Fresh new 'do

My daughter, Syene, is growing up to be really pretty (like her mom hihihi). Last weekend, we went to a toddler salon and had a major cut of her hair. 

Look at that Mona Lisa smile after her haircut! hehe

A reminder to all of us (all age range) to be fresh looking for others all the time :)

Have a blessed Sunday!

On the road these days...

It's a loooong weekend for most of Filipinos these days. It has been a stress free driving here in the metropolis so far. Traffic has been so bad since late June this year and road related accidents have increased tremendously as well. For daily drive I do to and from work everyday, I try my best to keep my mood upbeat and less be affected by the longer travel time. 

Here is a cute collage photo of Scarloe. She's too young to understand the "let's keep my cool moment while struck in traffic". That is why, she would often scream in the car:

Keep your cool always on the road :)

Scarloe Fynne

My dearest Scarloe Fynne was born with down syndrome, a genetic condition having an extra chromosome. I knew since my 24th week of pregnancy that she will be special. God has prepared me and my husband already at that early stage. When I gave birth to her in 2012, 5 days shy away from full term, we were still half expecting that ultrasound result from my 24th week until my delivery will a bit change. The karyotyping done confirmed her extra chromosome count immediately after her birth. We believe that our sweet Scarloe is destined to be in our family. 

Since we found out the possibilities of having a down syndrome baby, we began our heavy research of how we can raise her. We concluded that early intervention will be the main key. I will be sharing stories of how challenging and at the same time enjoyable for the family in engaging early intervention activities.

Just like Syene, Scarloe's name got so many raves from family and friends. Where does her name come from?

Scarloe's name is a unique one - I came up with a variation and derived her name from "Scarlett" which means "flaming red". Red is special and outstanding. As from this site says, people with this name has a desire for a stable, loving family and community, and a need to work with others; the need to be appreciated.

The name, "Fynne", is a respelling of the name, "Finn", an English transcription of the Gaelic / Celtic name "Fionn". It means "fair" or "white". It is actually a boy's name, but I added an "e" to make it suited for her :)

Scarloe is just 2 years and 3 months old as of this writing. She works hard from all her therapy sessions. She maintains happy disposition which is contagious to the whole family. She is the most loving and sweetest baby girl you will ever find. Most of all, we see that she will come a looooong way with her condition not hindering her.

I love you Scarloe so much :)

Our sweet Scarloe who brings joy to all of us!

Happy always!!!

My family's daily prayer...

Have a blessed Sunday!!!

Syene, how unique your name is!

Our first born's name is "Syene Felisa". Family and friends are all raving about how beautiful and unique her name is. Where do her name come from?

Syene, pronounced as "SA-YIN" (NOT "shene" or "shin" [hehe]) is biblical in origin. It is actually a place, a city in Egypt located in the banks of river Nile where quarries of beautiful and granite abound. See a sketch map below.

Who knows someday, someday, our family could actually visit this place!

According to these two sites people with this name have deep inner desire to use their abilities in leadership, and have personal independence. They focus on large, important issues and delegate details. They are excited by change and adventure. They are dynamic, visionary and versatile. They are optimistic, energetic, intelligent and friendly. They love to travel and try new things. Professionally, they can be successful public figure, in media or at developing new ideas for small businesses.

"Felisa", Syene's second name, is a Spanish and Latin in origin which simply and splendidly means, Lucky and Happy!

Wow! Syene is only 3 years and 4 months old as I write this yet she has most of the qualities already and living up up to the meaning of her name. Of course, more than these, Syene is growing up to be a very beautiful, loving, sweet and happy daughter to us and sister to Scarloe.

I love you so much, Syene :)