J.J. Watson

It's been exactly a year since I've posted anything. My nephew was born on 2/16/15. He was transferred to Children's Hospital in DC two days after he was born. He needed open-heart surgery due to ASD (Atrial Septal Defect). Thanks to the Almighty God, my nephew recovered from his surgery very well that it surprised his doctors, especially his cardiologist. He is a great kid. I am very humbled at the fact that God allowed me to be an auntie to this child. He has a great future ahead of him, and I am blessed to be part of every step of his life. My God is too awesome, that I am amazed each new day.

His 1st birthday is approaching soon, and we might do it at Chuck E. Cheese. It's faster and convenient. You know, 1st birthdays are usually for the adults; to celebrate the 1st year of the kid's lives. The first year is to celebrate the big accomplishments, for instance, getting through sleepless nights, cranky babies, poopy diapers, vomits, etc. but also a celebration for the kid's first walk, their first teeth, their first words - when they learn to say Mama and Papa, or even the dog's name! Yes, the party is for us to celebrate the survival of the 1st year of the kid's lives. I love it. I wouldn't want it any other way.

I must say... I've come to love and respect my sister in a whole different level. Not that I didn't love her or respect her before, but ever since she became pregnant, I've learned to appreciate women, including myself and my sister, for all that we do. Even though she is my younger sister, I look up to her. I admire her. I pray for her. I was not supposed to be in the delivery room when my sister was in labor. But I guess God had a plan for everyone in that room - especially us 4 who helped my sister mentally, and emotionally. But watching my nephew be born... I was speechless. It is a life-changing moment. I cried immediately and thanked the Lord for this opportunity. New life was here. And he is my nephew. I am his aunt. Aunt Teatee. Everytime I see him, I smile. To see him alive, and well just makes me happy.

I play a big part in his life, because his mother is my sister. I am forever grateful. I cannot hide my joy. I love him so much, and he has taught me so much and will continue to teach me a lot of things. To be better, not only for him, not only for me, but for my future family. I do want a family of my own one day, and I hope to become a great mother, just like my sister is to my nephew. I see her work (as well as my brother-in-law's part of being a father) everyday into that child's life and it's tiring but very rewarding. Our job is to love our kids unconditionally. Even though he is not my kid, I love him as if he were. I LOVE BEING AN AUNT. I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world!! Thank you God for everything You have given me in my life!

Nothing but happiness. Positive outcomes.

More posts to come! Stay tuned!!

Whoa!! So many updates!

Well, well, well... look who decided to blog again? Geez, I was M.I.A. for like 9 months! Well... I've been pretty busy. Since my last blog, A-L-O-T has happened. But I will say just one of the things... Night of my birthday, my sister gave me the best news! I will be an official first-time auntie! YAY! WHOA! It has been 9 months and she is due in 13 days, on February 21st! That is also her husband's birthday! I am praying that J.J. is born healthy and safe, but it would be awesome-er (LOL) if J.J. were to be born on his father's birthday! His dad would love that, he's said it a few times. Soooooooo, they've been showered with gifts, and it's great to see this little munchkin, whom has not been born yet, be spoiled with so many gifts! AND they are sooo adorable!!! AHHH!!!

I can't wait to see this next chapter in my life where I get to be an auntie to an amazing kid! I am looking forward to every day with my J.J.! God is good! Munchkin has already changed my life and my way of thinking. WHO KNEW, right?! I am super duper beyond excited!!! Yay!!!

Anyways, I needed to point out that little detail. My work load today is a bit much so I gotta get out of this blogger and start doing my work! LOL Oh yeah. It be like that sometimes. *big sigh*

Birthday Carpe Diem!!

Today is my birthday!! WOOHOO!!!

I am so excited for today and this weekend AND the next weekend! I look forward to my birthday every year because I have made some deals with myself in the past and I hope to keep that up every year for the rest of my life

I can't wait to spend it with those I love! AND I just got hungry so I'ma go grab something to eat!

I'll write all about it next week!! :) :) :)

Mission Accomplished.. Wedding Accomplished!

Whew!! That was an overwhelming month, but I enjoyed every minute of it. Like, I only have one sister and when am I ever going to help plan another wedding again? Probably never unless it's my own, SOOO, I had fun with this accomplishment. AND let me tell you, weddings are not cheap. HECK NO! It's even a lot of money for a small, cheap wedding. Probably all combined, including dresses, decorations, party room, food, etc. about almost about $1,500. Maybe a bit more or less! Whoa! It was very well worth because my sister and her husband enjoyed themselves and loved every minute and details of the wedding.

During the ceremony, it was definitely nerve-wrecking and the bride was a bit nervous but nothing of cold feet. She was sure that she was going to marry him and she did. It was definitely emotional. We all cried, as she is the first sibling out of 3 to get married so yeah, it was emotional. BUT we gained a brother and I couldn't have asked for a better brother in law. Welcome to the family, J. Watson!!

Now, during the party room... That's when the fun started! Of course there was alcohol which every one was a participant of. Except for myself, I did not decide to drink since I was the wedding planner/maid of honor and I had to stay sober. Also for personal reasons, I decided not to drink. Everyone had fun, we played a lot of great music and everyone was dancing. I was even called "A Dark Goddess" because he thought I looked beautiful. LOL! He's like 3 years younger than me! LMAO! It was a great time, no complains.

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. J. Watson! You guys deserve it!

Wedding Bells!

On Monday, March 31st - my sister had some news to share with my brother and I. She had just gotten engaged and they set the date for April 26th, 2014. Holy crap! But she had asked me to help her out with the wedding but I never it could be so much work. But I love it! Helping my sister with her wedding just means so much to me and she also asked me to be the maid of honor for her wedding. Hell yes! I am just beyond excited and even though we don't have much on the budget and it's all so sudden, I know she will have a great time because she will be with her husband, and her close friends and family. When we are all together, we always have a blast! I am looking forward to it!

We are still looking for venues to do the reception in. We already have the church, which will be held at the groom's mother's church in D.C. My sister is thinking of doing her wedding a wee bit different from all the other weddings we have been to. She plans to have the ceremony, and afterwards go downstairs to have the food and have some funny moments together. Then go to Gaithersburg, MD for the reception for the party party part of the wedding with a DJ. Which at this point, seems like a great plan! With our budget, we can't afford a fancy place like the usual weddings. So for her to come up with that, it's such a great idea.

The bridesmaids and I will be wearing lavender spring dresses. We still have to decide whether we want it short or long (since the bride does not care the length of the dress) we have decided to go shopping this saturday for the whole day until we all agree on a dress that is affordable for all of us. This should be so interesting and fun at the same time. I love the bridesmaid, they are my family and I love them to death! I am not exactly sure about the groomsmen. I asked my brother about it and he said that the groom has not spoken to him about 1. being in the wedding as a groomsman and 2. about their suits/tuxedos. So, because of that, I do not want to be like stressed out about it. I am just gonna let them do their own thing. *Sigh* Lets see how this goes.

I want to see how everything else plans out. Wish us luck!! YAY!!!

Puck, Cancer, Pregnancy Complications...

I know I should write more to my blog but sometimes I am just too busy to remember to do so... :/

Anywhoo... Everything has been so hectic lately. There have been a few deaths (my dear, favorite cat - Puck - whom I miss so much. I love you and I miss you buddy!) and just complicated situations. I just found out that one of my friends has cancer and she is a few years younger than me! She doesn't deserve cancer at all! In fact... NO ONE DESERVES TO HAVE CANCER! It sucks and it's horrible. She has an appointment coming up where they determine whether she is going to need radiation or not. If she does, it's gonna break her. Radiation is not fun for anyone and it's just so life consuming. I have let her know that she is NOT alone and she has a lot of people who cares about her and for her life.

Another situation is my lovely cousin. She is currently pregnant with her first child. She is married to her childhood sweetheart and they are just an awesome couple. Years ago on a missions trip to Cuba, she fell ill where the doctors in Cuba refused to treat her. They did the best they could but it wasn't enough. She was unconscious for several days. Even the airlines refused to get her on the planes but thank God they were able to come back to USA and have her be treated here. She should've died. So when I see her I just think it's a great miracle she is alive, let alone pregnant with her first. She has found out that her liver started to shut down which is harmful for the baby. There is a possibility that she might get induced earlier than expected (due date) and might have a blood transfusion! WHAT?! My cousin and my niece are going through something so tough! It's heartbreaking! I just want both mommy and daughter to be safe and out of the clear.

I just hope and pray nothing else goes wrong and if I can help, I will certainly do so. I felt Penelope Sky for the first time on Sunday. When I touched her, I felt this overwhelming power to help my cousin and my niece. I will do all that I can to help them both. They are family. My blood. The reasons of being who I am. I have to help.

If anyone wants to help too in any way, you are more than welcome to do so! Just let me know :)

Amazon Sucks!

So, on January 2nd, I ordered/rented my books from Amazon because it was way cheaper to rent it from there than from the school. I paid for the standard shipping - usually 5 to 7 days. It's already January 9th and I still haven't received my books. And classes start THIS MONDAY THE 13th! FUCK!

And now I just received an e-mail from Amazon stating that both books will be delayed and expected to deliver anytime between January 15th-20th. And that they apologize for the delay and inconvienence it may cause. BULLSHIT! I am too mad, upset, and stressed to even focus at work. This sucks and I am probably going to be behind my first 2 weeks of the semester because of this. How am I going to do my work or my homework? Thanks alot Amazon - screw you!

This is my little rant with Amazon.