As expected, 2014 has taught me new things. I have been the same old Mhaan, but I can not deny the fact that I have been more matured and patient compared last year. My 2014 roller coaster ride had made the toughest Mhaan I could never have imagined. It clearly taught me the highs and lows of being a working mom.
Though half of my 2014 bucket list was not made, I am still grateful for I have successfully done the other half.
So, here's a rundown of my whimsical journey last year.
January - It started rough, I had a fight with hubby on New Year's day, not to mention I had to go to the office that same day.
Madge was sick on the first weekend but it didn't took long for her to be well.
February - Just another Valentine month for me. I had my very first fun run at Circuit Makati for the Apocalypse run. Mind you, there were really 'zombies' and obstacle course. There was even a party after the run but we didn't bother to join since it was far away from home.
Also, this month, we celebrateed my Niece's first birthday and dedication.
Again, Madge had fever, luckily she did not have any seizures.
March - There was this Editorial Meeting welcoming our new Editor in Chief. I actually brought Madge with me that day and was surprised to discover she's running a fever. The fever would not go down from 38 degrees. The whole night, we sponge bathed her since there's a big possibility of another fever seizure. The next day, at 6:00 a.m., the scariest thing happened. She had seizure, so we had to go to the nearest clinic for an oxygen. We were advised to have her blood examined and have other laboratory exams. When her fever still won't go down, we decided to bring her to her pediatrician. While waiting for her doctor, she had another seizure and was lucky we were already in the hospital. We then decided to have her confined for further tests. After a lot of lab tests, we then discovered she has UTI and has to stay in the hospital.
April - We attended Yen's 25th Birthday at Jollibee Regalado. Jollibee and the whole gang was present and Madge was extremely happy err, at first, because we then discovered she's afraid of Jollibee. :(
During the Holy week, Madge had another fever seizure and she, again, had to be confined in the hospital. Seems every nurse at Bernardino General Hospital already know my little pearl since she was just there a month ago. The findings? Tonsilitis. And, after a few days, we're back in the house.
May - Since I was already bothered with Madge's frequent seizures, we brought her to Makati Medical center for further check up with a family doctor. All was well, she said, and assured us it is normal for kids to have seizures. She was scheduled for an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) to check if her brain already has damages due to the frequent seizures and probably with this exam, find out the cause of the seizures. But we didn't pursue because a day before her scheduled MRI, she had fever. I was so scared that when her fever did not go down, I confined her to the hospital. Although she did not have any seizures. Again, the findings were tonsillitis.
June - We were invited to Jay's (Fritz's friend and Madge's ninong) despedida. He invited us for a swim on a nearby resort. Madge was present of course. After that, she had colds and had a little fever but wasn't serious.
July - I remember this is the only month Madge did not have any sickness. :)
Changes in the office were made. I have a new work partner and had to train her for the job. Oh, and the Anniversary party of Bussiness World was held at Resorts World. I was thankful that I had the chance to showcase my talent here. (dancing)
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And for the very first time in my 5 years of stay in BusinessWorld, my name was called for the minor prizes. hehe.
August - Again, Madge had to go to the doctor for a check up. She had tests since her fever, again, won't go down. Laboratory tests were again made but all was negative of any serious illness. The doctor said, it was just viral and prescribed us with antibiotic.
I got new watches for me, my mom, Fritz's mom & Fritz from the office. It served as my birthday gift, and Christmas gift for them. :D
September - Another month of coughs and colds to little Madge. She had a day with fever, but that was it and nothing more.
I got my Alberto gift certificate and bought shoes for me and my mom at fairview Terraces. You know, little things you do for your mom to show how thankful you are to her.
October - My birth month. First, I treated my Asico Family at Kowloon House. It was a P300 worth buffet lunch at Fairview. With the uber makulit cousins, Rica and Madge, it was an extra special occasion.
I had a mini celebration with my family at home. You know, with my little pearl, no matter how mini the celebration is, it would still be extraordinary.
I even had a pizza party at the office with my office colleagues. I bought pizzas and pancit for us to share during lunch. My closest office buddies gave me my very own celebration cake. :)
To wrap up my birthday week, I asked my mom and dad to accompany Madge and I to Wildlife near Q.C. Circle. Then we had our lunch at Max's SM North Edsa. Yes, I celebrated my 27th Birthday with a bang last year!
Madge on the other hand, had yet another of her monthly fever. Though she always have fever, I just can't get used to it and it started bothering me though she doesn't have seizures anymore. But her Pediatrician told us it is nothing to worry about since at her age, she still has a weak immune system.
November - We visited Fritz's dad on the cemetery with Madge. We said a little prayer and stayed for a while.
Daddy and Madge's birth month! Had a children's party in the house with neighbors, friends and families.
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| yes i hate me on this picture!!! pero ito lang ang family picture namin during her birthday.:( |
BTW, Madge was diagnosed with measles so she had to be hospitalized for four days. :(
December - apart from October and November as my favorite months, December will always be different. I can already feel the Christmas spirit from everyone.
This month, I had my dream DSLR which is a Canon EOS 70D. I named him Tyler.
The BusinessWorld is held at White Knight. And as usual, I didn't win any of their raffle prizes.
BUT, I had my very first Kenneth Cole Watch as a prize on our Editorial Christmas party!
This month was also extra special because of our Christmas Party at the White Cross Orphanage. We had a little program for the kiddos and it was really worth all the planning.
2014, you see was not that kind to me. Madge was hospitalized four times, I had to endure the changes in the office, and I have to adjust with all our monthly expenses. BUT, 2014 had made us stronger than ever before! Hubby and I were a team, we were best of friends through thick and thin. My friends were there when I needed them the most. Through their prayers, understanding and love, I survived the chaos of 2014. And with this, I know 2015 will just be another year of experience and maturity.
