"Ever since I was born, Daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine. I just want to say I love him.... so much".  When Michael Jackson's daughter Paris spoke those words over the microphone in front of thousands of people inside the Staple center and billions of people worldwide watching, I lost it! I cried. That was the sweatest most heartbreaking episode during the MJ's memorial service. I still cry up to these time. So sad............

I grew up hearing MJ's songs played all over the radio. He's a very talented man... and no one can beat that! Although, he has lived in a very controversial life, I can see through the eye of those people who had the opportunity of knowing him personally that he was a very genuine, most loving person you could ever imagine. 

My fave MJ's songs?!!! let me tell ya'll; Man in the Mirror, Billy Jean, Heal the World, They don't care about us, and Ben; and they're all uploaded in my mp3 including Smooth criminal, Black or White, and Earth song. 

MJ's death is a HUGE loss to the music industry. How I wish that he's still alive. And, how I wish that he'd seen all these, that there are billions of people worldwide who still love and idolizes him. He's such an icon.

Michael, whereever you are, you will always be in our hearts... Forever and Always.

On June 22, 2009 I arrived at the Immigration office 30 minutes prior to my scheduled time for the interview. An officer called my name 15 minutes later. Dan remained in the seat while I followed the officer. He lead on to his office and asked me to raised my right hand. He asked my greencard and my driver's license.  I saw a huge pile of papers on the table that looked very familiar. They are indeed our papers from K1 visa to adjustment of status, to removing conditions, etc... etc... and my N400 application on top of everything. It was so nice to see them all!! hah!

Anyway, we started chatting... the officer was amaze that I work at the hospital where he was born. Then he asked me If I know some filipinos around Harlingen. Apparently, he socializes with filipinos in almost all occasions. He told me if I know this "guy" who makes good lechon.   He said he admire filipinos because they are very hardworking, and almost all of them are nurses or at least in the medical field. I told him, if I'd known he's the officer who will handle my case, I should have brought pancit. He laugh!

He asked why we travel to mexico a lot. I told him about Dan that he's a birdwatcher. He then asked me what was the name of that huge pink flamingo on the bocca chica. lol Although, I am not the most avid birder like my husband does but i definitely know what he's talking about. I told him it was a Roseate Spoonbill.

Then he went through my application paper and merely asked the things I fill in.  I answered yes or no for the most part. Then he let me write my name on my pictures (2x2) that I submitted along with my N400 application.

Then, we proceed to the civic test. I was asked 6 questions: 1. How many justices are on the supreme court? 2. What does the declaration of independence do? 3. What does the president's cabinet do? 4. If the president and vice president can no longer serve, who becomes President? 5. We elect a US senator for how many years? 6. Name the US war between the north and the south?

Then, he give me a paper with 3 sentences written on it and told me to read sentence #2. "What is the Capital of the United States?". Then he told me to write "Washington DC is the capital" on the line under sentence #2.

Then he printed a paper and gave it to me stating that I pass my citizenship interview.  It was really a breeze for me considering my poor english grammar.

Like most people i've read regarding their citizenship interview, they were asked a bunch of papers during the interview such as divorce decree, income tax returns, evidences stating your both names, etc. etc. The officer didn't asked any of that.

I was actually prepared and well equipt with evidences and papers in my binder just incase they asked for it. Here are the list of things in my binder: My husband's passport, my Philippine passport (the old (expired) and current), my husband's birth certificate, my husband's divorce decree, income tax returns year 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008. Car insurance with our both names, car title with our both names, House title with our both names, Bank statement stating our joint account, bills such as electric and cable bearing our both names. And of course my greencard, driver's license, even my nursing license and social security card. But none of these items were asked during my interview. I guess it varies in every case.

So people, I am proud to say that I pass my citizenship interview and will soon finalize my legality of being a naturalize US citizen in this great country. God bless America!

Dan and I had our wood (5th year) wedding anniversary 2 days ago. We spent the day having a nice dinner and watched the movie "UP". It was special and the movie is worth watching for. I definitely recommend and watch it in 3D!

To the most wonderful man in the world... I love you with all my heart. Thank you for being you.

A forwarded message I got today! Read on, Promise you will laugh!

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Four friends, who hadn't seen each other in 30 years, reunited at a party 

After several drinks, one of the men had to use the rest room. <

Those who remained talked about their kids. 

The first guy said, 'My son is my pride and joy.He started working at a successful company at the bottom of the barrel.


He studied Economics and Business Administration and soon began to climb the corporate ladder and now he's the president of the company. He became so rich that he gave his best friend a top of the line Mercedes for his birthday.' 

The second guy said, 'Darn, that's terrific! My son is also my pride and joy. He started working for a big airline, then went to flight
school to become a pilot. Eventually he became a partner in the company, where he owns t he majority of its assets He's so rich that he gave his best friend a brand new jet for his birthday.' 

The third man said: 'Well, that's terrific! My son studied in the best universities and became an engineer. Then he started his own construction company and is now a multimillionaire.. He also gave away something very nice and expensive to his best friend for his birthday: A 30,000 square foot mansion.' 

The three friends congratulated each other just as the fourth returned from the restroom and asked: 'What are all the congratulations for?'

One of the three said: 'We were talking about the pride we feel for the successes of our sons. What about your son?' 

The fourth man replied: 'My son is gay and makes a living dancing as a stripper at a nightclub.' 

The three friends said: 'What a shame... what a disappointment.' 

The fourth man replied: 'No, I'm not ashamed. He's my son and I love him. 

And he hasn't done too bad either. His birthday was two weeks ago, and he received a beautiful 30,000 square foot mansion, a brand new jet and a top of the line Mercedes from his three boyfriends.'

On March 24, 2009 is my official date of filing for N-400 (Naturalization) through USCIS. April 12, 2009 the day I did my biometrics.  Last night I received a letter that I have to appear for an interview which will be on June 23, 2009. I am more than excited!

I will have a lot of reading to do, wanna pass the test you know! Will keep posted.

Got an early phone call from my nurse manager at work that the census didn't go up, so she put me on call!  My first time being on-called.  Hopefully, I will not be going to work today since I am planning to go to school to pick up my cap and gown. Yeah!  My graduation will be on Saturday, May 23rd.  SwiT!

Not much to say in this early monday morning! Gotta go back to bed... I guess!

I Got this email from sir Bob! Thanks for the laugh! Read on...........

Excerpts from a Dog's Diary......
8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing! 3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk Bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

 Excerpts from a Cat's Daily Diary....
 Day 983 of my captivity..My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.   They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets.  
Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.  In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.
Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their
feet.  I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it
clearly demonstrates what I am capable of.  However, they merely made
condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am.  

Bastards.

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight.  I was  placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event.  However,
I could hear the noises and smell the food.  I overheard that my
confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.'  I must learn what
this means and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my
tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking.  I must try
this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs..  I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches.
The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and
seems to be more than willing to return.  He is obviously retarded.
The bird has got to be an informant.  I observe him communicating with  the guards regularly.  I am certain that he reports my every move.  My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell,
so he is safe.  For now................

The last time I saw my mom was in 2007, my last visit to PI and I miss her every single day. For my mom and to all the mothers arounf the world, Happy Mother's Day.

"Your arms were always open when I needed a hug. Your heart understood when I needed a friend. Your gentle eyes were stern when I needed a lesson. Your strength and love has guided me and gave me wings to fly."

 ~Sarah Malin

Happy nurses week to all the nurses out there. Nursing is my passion. I've been thinking about it since I was a child. When I took my Florence Nightingale Oath during our Pinning Ceremony, I almost went to tears. Tending the sick people's need is not as easy as everyone thinks. Everytime I am on the floor, its always a nerve-racking experience. But you know what? I always felt that the Lord has always been there for me and guiding me what to do every minute I'm on duty. I praise him every single day and will be forever thankful for having a great job that I love so much. An excerpt from an unknown author.

Nurse's Prayer

Dear Lord, please give me strength,
To face the day ahead.

Dear Lord, please give me courage,
As I approach each hurting bed.

Dear Lord, please give me wisdom
With every word I speak.

Dear Lord, please give me patience,
As I comfort the sick and weak.

Dear Lord, Please give me assurance,
As the day slips into night.

That I have done the best I can,
That I have done what's right.