100 things about me

Guess it's but right and proper to let my readers know who I am, at least in my own words. Got this idea of 100 things from a friend, and I am encouraged to do it too. So, scroll down to the end, and get to know me more.

1. I'll start with my name. I have several names, but I prefer you call me NING.
2. Stay-at-home mom.
3. Have a 1-year-old son.
4. I am 100% Filipino.
5. Born and raised in the Philippines.
6. But I am in Japan right now.
7. Will stay here for a couple of years more.
8. Third among the four brood.
9. In my early 30s.
10. Mestiza.
11. Brown eyes.
12. Tall and slim.
13. But I have grown a little since I gave birth to my son.
14. No plans of going to a gym or even doing a home exercise.
15. I really don't care about my figure.
16. But I want to get rid a few cms so I can still wear my fave suits.
17. Did I say I am a writer and editor by profession?
18. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in communication at the University of the Philippines.
19. I am 3 units short of my master's degree.
20. In Japan, I do English language teaching.
21. I first got a full time job in a language school, but I'm a freelancer now.
22. I try to find a part time work, but things are not as easy as before.
23. I hate cold weather.
24. But I want to experience snow.
25. I love to eat.
26. I eat 3 full meals and 3 snacks in between in a day.
27. I'm always hungry.
28. In fact, I am getting hungry as I am composing this.
29. I hate raisins.
30. Whatever you do, you'll never get me to have at least a taste of those black thingy.
31. I don't eat strawberries before.
32. But now, I do.
33. Strawberries here in Japan are superb!
34. I am a big fan of chocolates.
35. Any kind or brand will do.
36. But I am crazy over macadamia nut or almond-filled chocos!
37. I also love macadamia nut-flavored Häagen-Dazs ice cream!
38. Even it costs so much here, I still buy at least once a week (but not during winter).
39. Oh, I am a coffee-holic now.
40. It started just a month ago.
41. Blame the good coffee taste here in Japan.
42. I am a late-riser.
43. My deep sleep in usually in the morning.
44. I love blogging.
45. I bloghop too.
46. Most of the time, in fact.
47. I've learned about HTML thru blogging.
48. I desire to buy a state-of-the-art digicam but don't have enough dough right now.
49. So I have to be content with our small digicam.
50. Hmm, I never realised it would be this hard to describe myself.
51. It's taking me a while to think.
52. What else should I say?
53. Oh, I love to sing.
54. I dream of singing for a large audience someday.
55. Sort of a live concert.
56. I had a few stints before though.
57. But those were not as big as I dreamed of.
58. Hmm... when will this dream come true?
59. I remember when I was small, I used to sing in front of the mirror.
60. With my hairbrush as my microphone.
61. And with all emotions poured into it.
62. How about dancing?
63. Well, I did a YMCA dance when I was in Grade 6. ;)
64. I am NOT a sportsperson.
65. I don't even know how to ride a bicycle.
66. But I can drive a car.
67. I love peach roses.
68. Don't ever give me red ones, I won't appreciate it.
69. I hate rush hour.
70. I think everyone hates it.
71. I wanted to have another baby.
72. But I am afraid of going through the 9 months ordeal again.
73. It is very traumatic for me.
74. Not knowing what's gonna happen.
75. I get tired of cleaning and sterilising feeding bottles.
76. But I need to, otherwise, I have nothing to use in feeding my toddler.
77. I also get tired of doing the laundry.
78. But I have no choice but to wash them.
79. Ows, have I already mentioned that I love anything with Pooh bear designs.
80. I have a collection eh.
81. Almost all of my kid's things are Pooh-inspired.
82. Even diapers!!!
83. My fascination of Pooh bear started when I got pregnant with my son.
84. That's as far as I can recall.
85. Lately, I keep on forgetting things.
86. Just this afternoon, I forgot to bring the digicam on our way to the park.
87. I love eating at Mister Donut (in Japan).
88. Their Angel Cream is superb.
89. I miss my garden back in the Philippines. *sigh*
90. Ten more to go and I'm done!
91. I intend to buy a G-shock watch for myself.
92. My hubby gave me one 3 years ago.
93. But it is nowhere to be found now.
94. The last six items are the most important.
95. I believe in God Almighty.
96. I love God.
97. I lean on Him for help and guidance.
98. He is my Saviour.
99. My dependable Friend.
100. For without HIM, I am NOTHING.

Note: First published at my blogHi account.