My TRX Journey

I was never a gym buff. I am not very fond going to a gym because I hate exercising with other people. I hate the smell of sweat. I hate gym equipment and I hate  those big heavy  steels. But when I learned about TRX (Total Body Resistance Exercise), that's when my fitness journey began.

I suffered from frozen shoulders (both of  them) for a very long time when I had an accident in 2014. I had physical therapy for 7 months but my shoulders didn't get back to it's normal function. This condition made me hate exercising even more because my shoulders does not permit me to make movements that involves them. But a friend introduce me to TRX and told me that maybe, my shoulders will get better with this kind of workout.  I was hesitant at first because my doctor warned me that my shoulders will get worst if I do activities that will put too much pressure on it. But, I tried.

My trial day, May 2018

I booked my first trial in May 2018. Then I joined the workout. I liked it. TRX is a different kind of workout. It uses your body weight as your exercise tool unlike traditional gym. What I like about it is that it fixes your posture, it helps you breathe properly and it makes you stronger. It changed my view on fitness. It made me realized that being fit is not about having a lean, skinny body but being strong and feeling healthy inside. So,  I  enrolled my first 10 session-workout, which was then followed by more sessions.

I met new friends. I met people who's not just into getting that dream body but being healthy as their goal.

With TRX on my routine, I feel so much better. I feel confident with my body. I did not lose so much weight but I look fitter, healthier and better. Friends are telling me about the changes they see in me. So I was very motivated to do my TRX every week after getting positive results.

Sadly, after seven months of my religious routine the gym where I do my TRX is now closing and we are temporarily without a place to work out on so everyone is disheartened.  Even so, I'm seeing this as an opportunity to challenge my self to continue with my workout even at home. TRX has helped me a lot and not being able to do my workout in a gym will not stop me to carry on.

I'm not losing hope that a place will be opened for our team so our TRX journey will go on. I know, this too will pass. This is not the end.

I commit my self  to be fitter, stronger, and healthier. So, TRX, coach, let's do this!

A Spoonful Of Happy

For years I've been trying my best to perfect my baking. And maybe the time is now when I can say that I almost, almost did it. Just recently I've perfected my chocolate cake in can. Whew! That's a milestone and now I'm happy that everyone who tasted it had nothing but praise. I'm so happy! I thought that baking was really not my cup of tea. I was scared to try it.

I remember asking one of my friend how hard it is to bake. Now it is really a piece of cake. A spoonful of happy is now officially baking..

Hello, I'm Trying To Come Back

I actually don't know how to start. I've been meaning to write again on this blog for quite some time now but it took me four years to get my guts back.

So much had happened so many events took place for the past four years that I have been on hiatus. So many ups and down moments. So much stories which I don't think I can have the time to write about all of them. I'm just happy to get this personal space back and hope that I will be able to write and carry on.

For now, this is it.

My Charming Boy

My little boy recently has his haircut done and he told himself he’s such a cutie..Indeed he is! His Chinese eyes and dimples add to his charming looks that a lot of people would ask whoever is with him if he has Korean or Chinese blood. Some friends also ask me to have him as a ring bearer to a wedding and that he would look even good for a boys tuxedo. I just love my son and I’m a mom who’s proud of having him.

Sewing, Maybe

I’ve been pinning pics on sewing and home crafts lately on Pinterest. I’ve been inspire to try sewing little things like my kids dresses, simple bags and others. Sewing seems too easy! I want to own a portable sewing machine to start this new found passion. I’ve seen burlap tote bags at this site and it seems so easy to do which might become a source of additional income soon.

Here's something to Inspire...

Sometimes, words like this can really encourage us to move on...

Clean Mattress

Did you know that our foam mattress needs to be cleaned at least twice a month? This is to prevent our mattresses to develop insects that may harm our bodies as we sleep on it. One of the best way to clean our mattress can done using reliable kitchen cleaning materials. All you need is some baking soda, table spoon of fabric conditioner, mix them together and sprinkle them on and vacuum. You’re mattress is now clean and fresh.

Cheap Recording Studio Equipment

For musically inclined people, do you have the dream of setting up your own recording studio? Most musicians I know dream about that. One of them almost has it but then, some circumstances came up that make him parked his dream to the back seat for a while. Later he found out that there are cheap recording studio equipment at guitar center. Now he is again back to realizing his dream. One at a time, he is trying to build the studio that he’s been dreaming.

Cheap Recording Studio Equipment

For musically inclined people, do you have the dream of setting up your own recording studio? Most musicians I know dream about that. One of them almost has it but then, some circumstances came up that make him parked his dream to the back seat for a while. Later he found out that there are cheap recording studio equipment at guitar center. Now he is again back to realizing his dream. One at a time, he is trying to build the studio that he’s been dreaming.

The Season To Give

Two days after the 25th of December and I'm thinking, Christmas is not yet over and so as gift giving. I know there are people like who were not able to complete their gift list...there's still time. I have some special people who will receive their gifts on new years eve..I know, it's late but at least I will be able to give them something. Someone is going to be definitely hay with his alesis sr18, something a musician that she is! Tis the season to be jolly and merry..giving is in.

It's Still Christmas

Were here in the Baguio, the summer capital of the Philippines and the cold weather adds to the feeling that Christnas isn't over yet. There are children laughing ehile playing in park, people still busy shopping for gifts to be given on New Year's eve and of courde carolers on the street. Ine if the group if carolers even play good instrument. It looks like a used alto saxophone at wwbw but it produces warm sound. Its still Christnas and I love it!

Great People

Today the weather is quite fine. Although metro manila was not hit by the super typhoon Yolanda, we still experienced rain showers and strong winds… But just what CNN commented about the Filipinos, we will just brush off the dirt on our clothes and move on as if everything that happened was just a dream. Life will go on and everything will be back to normal and thinking on mundane things like what you can save on abelton live will resume..things like this and more.

My Kid's First Guitar Should Be..

My daughter is requesting me to buy her a guitar of her own (and I thought she loves piano, haha!). Anyway, I’m really planning to give her what she want since she is studying well and so far giving me good grades. She’s even one of the top in her class so I think she deserves one. But choosing the kind of guitar that’s best for her is not my forte. I don’t know what to buy. All I know is that I think, she needs a beginner’s guiar. But when I know that she grows older she will be asking for a more professional one. Like that of an excellent marshall jvm410h at guitar center. I ‘m just glad that my kids loves music like me and I hope this will be forever in them.

Week-ends Spent with Them is the Best

This is what weekends is all about..spending it with my precious kids.

Last sunday, despite the heavy rain, we went to SM Mega Mall to have my APE taken at Clinica Manila. Since we went there early in the morning, my kids and I had a lot of time spent in the mall. We had fun. We ate lunch, enjoyed the kiddierides at WOF and just hang out. We also bought their favorite j.co donuts and Chef Tony's white chocolate - parmesan popcorn.

When we got home, we enjoyed watching TV while eating what we took out from our day adventure. Its one of the best weekends.

Missing Music

I love to see myself working in a studio desk again. I was able to experience that when I was working in our church’s music CD. We had an opportunity to collaborate with a great team of musicians and a studio owner allowed us to use his equipments for free. I miss it now. I miss singing and I miss working on music. How I wish I can still do that now..

Book Lover

My brother loves books and he had a number of collections of his favorite writers. Once he heard of someone selling books that are pre-loved online he wouldn’t waste the opportunity because that’s only the time when he’s able to buy his favorite books without ripping his pocket. E-books are good specially if you are an on-the-go person but for him, he still wants tangible books since he loves the smell of every pages.

Neigborhood Carpenter

It’s the rainy season once again so for most of the new house owners in our village it’s time to have a front yard cover. Our neighbor is already doing that. Having their front yard cover constructed they already have the roof and now the walls and gate are being constructed. I salute the old carpenter that our neighbor hired to do the job. He’s fast and works with quality. At first look you wouldn’t think that he can do the job and that he has complete tools down to c clamps but he does. You will be able to get that you’ve paid for with his work. Hope before June ends we will be able to construct our front yard as well and I’ll surely get manong as my carpenter.

From Grand to Simple Plans

Two years ago I was dreaming of a big birthday party for my little girl. A grand celebration complete with a band of musician. I went even over my dream and ask a friend who operates a sound system rental business that I will rent out his units. Just a month ago he told me that he has the new blackheart amp that he’s going to use for his events. But now that budget is getting tighter, the grand celebration has taken a back seat and so we’re now planning for a small art and chocolate fountain party which I hope I will be able to pull off in two weeks time.

Today...

....It's a hot and sunny day..(which makes me hope and wish that this would be the same weather on June 1)

...I woke up at 6am. Thank God for the opportunity to be with my kids one extra night and day since the pregnant helper left. It's hard not to have a replacement since I know I'll be forced to leave my work once again just to be a mom to mu kids..

...I'm wearing a denim shorts and my all-time favorite white tank top. This makes me feel comfortable on weather like this. I just don't know what to do with my newly rebonded hair since I cannot tie it.

..I feel frustrated after finding out the my printer isn't working last night. All my plans were ruined. Now I have to go to the supplier to have it fix.

...but above all these, I'm thankful..and hopeful that all is going to be well.

Old Timer Desktop

Working on my online task is taking a toll on me. Aside from my schedule and my fluctuating electricity, my desktop is not working properly. I think I’ve already did everything I can on how to make my computer faster but still didn’t work. I guess the only solution is to say good bye to my old friend desktop. I hope that my laptop arrives soon so I can finish my work on time.