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WHAT: PREGNANT PAUSE 2
WHEN: February 4, 2012 from 1-5PM
WHERE: UCC Rockwell, Makati
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Exclusive to expectant moms and dads:)
After our romp in Bonifacio High Street last Friday night, Sky developed a REALLY bad case of fever on the morning of Saturday. At one point his fever shot up to 38.5, which got everyone worried around the house.
We gave him doses of Tempra every 4-6 hours and lots of water to bring his temperature down. However when he was BURNING UP, wiping his head and body with a cold and cool towel helped bring down his fever almost immediately.
When Sky has a fever, I douse two towels with water and alcohol. Place them in plastic containers and place the in the chiller section of the refrigerator. Don’t place them in the freezer, it will be hard like ice candy and will sting the skin when used. I have two of this on hand prepared when my little man gets feverish. Just in case I need to use another one in the middle of the night.
And when you feel him burning up, give him a sponge bath with these towels to reduce your child’s fever temperature quickly. When Sky has a high fever, aside from getting a high reading from the thermometer and hotness from his skin – he usually talks, mumbles and cries. Which breaks my heart every time 
After coming home from the Timex run this morning, Sky’s fever was almost gone. This afternoon; after plenty of rest, a double dose of Vitamin C and lots of hugs and kisses from Mom – and he’s back to his kulit self. 
The first time we attempted to go to the Skye Lounge was two to three Fridays ago. I didn’t know what to expect, and from what I saw on www.Spot.ph website – it was a good place to chill an unwind. And being a Friday, I wanted to relax in my flats, an easy denim skirt and a white shirt.
So, imagine my surprise when ladies in sky high stilleto’s , thigh-high dresses with plunging necklines were in line to get in the Skye lounge. We braved the new place-to-be when Vanessa, the receptionist let us go up – just to hang out at the bar.
I loved that they used artificial grass even inside the elevator. It was a way of prepping the visitors on how the vibe will be.
As soon as the elevator opened. BOOM. BOOM. BOOM.
It was a smorgasbord of young pretty ladies and young men who were either (A) Checking out each other or (B) Shouting to converse in the midst of the loud club music.
Guess what we did? Without any hesitation, we went back down to the lobby, thanked Vanessa and headed on to the quiet comforts of CAV for some wine. It was a MAJOR SENIOR MOMENT for me and my friends. 
We learned that it was not as crowded and the place takes on a totally chill ambience during weekdays. Last Wednesday, we went back and enjoyed a very nice evening of chit-chat over some tapas and a GINORMOUS CARAFE of MOJITO.
I have to thank Vanessa for giving us a very comfortable couch to stay that night. It gave us a great night view of the area. And since it was a weekday, most of the patrons were corporate and business professionals both young and old – seeking an easy respite in the middle of the work week.
At the moment Skye Lounge only offers tapas or pica-pica in the food menu. They serve tapas in solo or sharing portions. I highly recommend that you try out their BEEF SALPICAO, which is 220 pesos for a solo serving. It went well with the mojito that we were drinking. Be prepared to spend Php 220 to Php 600 for their tapas.
As for the drinks, the cheapest cocktail drink is Php 200 (from what I remember). We’re not big on drinking, but if you do plan on hanging out and drinking at least two cocktail drinks, and one solo serving of their tapas prepare to shell out Php 800 and above per person.
More than anything, you are definitely paying for the place than the food and drinks when you hang out at the Skye Lounge. Because it’s in an open space, I didn’t reek of smoke when we left. The receptionist (Vanessa) and our attendant that evening (Kim) were very courteous and pleasant. Which I think is a really big plus.
Remember that if you choose to reserve a table on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights, there is a consumable charge of Php4,000.00 per table for 4 pax and Php8,000 per table for 10 pax. If you’re planning to go there at around 9PM onwards on these days and plan on drinking and eating a lot, it’s best that you reserve a table ahead.
Just make sure to drink lots of water and take it easy between drinks before you get home!
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It was a nice and summery morning when we got to the entrance of Enchanted Kingdom last Saturday. It was almost 11:00AM by my watch and the Laguna theme park was just about to open when we got in line. And the line to the entrance was loooonnngg, even if you already have your tickets with you.
We were given free tickets over the holidays, so might as well use them now. When there is still a sliver of holiday feel in the air.
I came with my wok colleague and her two kids. And of course, I had Sky with me. I was just really happy that the drive from Quezon City all the way to Laguna was surprisingly light for a Saturday.
We rode on all possible rides at the Boulderville area, which is specifically for kids. Pretty sure this place will be packed in the afternoon.
Sky absolutely loves Carnival and fair games. As soon as he saw this mini version of a Sledgehammer game, he excitedly ASKED me if he could play.
And when he got the go from me, he did his think and was able to make the mini bell ring!
And he chose a rockstar guitar instead of another hammer for a prize
And then Sky rode on the twirling hot air balloon with his Tita Kristine, Kuya EG and Ate Alyssa. I didn’t go, because I really am not a big fan of rides that just go around and around and around.
Sky looked pretty STOKED right after the ride… And he was ready for more…
He did a really good job with this game. He was almost near the top, when he said he didn’t want to go up anymore because the ladder was TOO WOBBLY.
Hydration is pretty important when you’re walking around a a big theme park with the sun so high up. It felt like summer!
Since, we will be staying up until the park closes. We had to take it easy in the afternoon. The Amazon Grill right smack in the middle of the park was a refuge from the hot and humid weather outside. It was cool, and not much people were there. We just had drinks, but I did notice that the food is way pricier here. A rice meal costs around 170 to 250 pesos. I would not recommend anyone to eat here. But, a place to chill and wind down away from the chaos of the crowd.
When going around big places like Enchanted Kingdom, an easy to handle stroller is a must-have. It’s easier for us to go around, and its also a way of me having more energy to last the rest of the day… Or else, I will be carrying him around! And he’s getting HEAVY!
The longest line that we queued for was for the RIO GRANDE ride. I don’t have any pictures, but I would advice you to fall in line for that ride as soon as it opens (which opens later than the park opening) or around 5PM – when its a little cooler to fall in line. We were in line for 45 minutes before we got to ride… Not bad at all, considering the number of people waiting too.
I didn’t get any good shot from the fireworks that started at 8:30PM because of the slight drizzle. Fireworks lasted for 3 minutes and was enjoyed by the kids as usual.
We were all pretty frazzled, but HAPPY by the end of the day. And when we got to the parking lot, I had a really BAD FLAT TIRE. If it was just me, I would not have worried about it so much. Unfortunately, the guest relation people at Enchanted Kingdom did not offer any help at all. The girl there just kept making excuses that they can only help with the batteries and not the tire. Oh well, just happy that there was a good soul that helped us that night…. That story is reserved for another post!
Enchanted Kingdom is good to go to once a year. It’s a nice option from the usual malls, but it could use a lot of improvements. Especially with how they can “TEACH” their park-goers to throw their trash properly. And be MORE STRICT with QUEUEING ON LINE.
I come from a less than perfect family.
When we argue, its like WORLD WAR III.
When someone argues with ONE OF US. WE START WORLD WAR III.
We do not have much in common, except that we like to REALLY HANGOUT TOGETHER.
Our Papa? Doesn’t speak English that well. And does not care about any form of art. The only movies he watches are the kind that has FPJ-like fights from start to finish.
And because of that our mama gets frustrated. Mama can read a novel in an hour or two if she has the time. They are ALMOST complete opposites.
But they love each other to bits.
My sister on the other hand, hates the fact that I am a social media whore. That I like to “launder my dirty clothes in public,” but I am her go-to person when she needs any help with anything TECHIE.
And I know she loves me to bits. And I love her too…
The love overflows to her husband, who is one of the most HELPFUL and HARDWORKING person I know on this planet. And even if he found himself an equally crazy family when he married my ate… It is apparent that he loves being part of our imperfect family as well.
My other sister in the US, has her own world, but calls and texts almost everyday just to be up to date with us here. And her husband? Is the only guy I know who can tug along 5 small kids ALONE in a supermarket WITHOUT A HITCH.
My brother here? Well, let’s just say he is some kind of “Lord” around this part of the Philippines. He can almost get away with ANYTHING. Almost anything expect when it comes to our Mama’s nagging!
I used to really abhor these imperfections that I see. Papa and mama literally smothering Sky with affection. My sister, May for getting pissed over the slightest thing. My brother, who would wake up with dragon breath just to give Sky a kiss. The LOUD FIGHTS that we’ve had at the dinner table on a Saturday night… And going to mass together with PUFFY eyes the next day.
However for the whole year of 2011, I have realized that these imperfections make us STRONGER TOGETHER every single day.
Because despite my own SHORT TEMPEREDNESS and STUBBORN IMPERFECTIONS. I know and feel that they are always there for me when I went through such tough times.
They are all amazingly understanding.
Never ever forget the family where you came from, because they are the family that will ALWAYS BE THERE when you’re moving onwards.
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