Welcoming Darren Mikhael and notes for all chikitings

Hi Kids! It's been a week already, but I would still like to officially welcome the newest reader for this blog -- Darren Mikhael! :) It's funny, sweetheart, how I prophesied that you are my good luck charm when I just found out that I was pregnant with you. I mentioned sayings like "luck comes in threes" and that "third time's the charm" --- and it's funny because you came out on New Year's Day. While dad and kuya are welcoming the new year, I was in bed in the early stages of labor. (Ate was already sleeping.) Oh boy, be prepared because I will nag you with my labor stories as you grow up! :) To my first love -- I'm just so proud that you are growing up independently. You have allowed me to worry less and focus on your two other siblings, the way a true kuya should act. Still, I love our midnight snack time because that's the time we can both sit down and talk about our day. To my only girl -- I know it's tough right now and you miss me fussing over you the entire day, but bear in mind that Mommy loves you all equally. It's just that Miko needs Mommy more now. I admire your love for Miko, the way you kiss him all over his body. I hope one day you will take care of your brothers (and your dad) the same way that I have taken care of all of you. Be strong, little girl, be secure of yourself. Mommy loves you because you are smart and loving and beautiful of course. Never ever doubt yourself. You deserve the best in the world. To my baby boy -- I look forward to more stories with you, son. I treasure the bond that we currently share, with you being exclusively breastfed and all. May you use your charm to bring laughter to your dad's face as he gets old. I love you, kids. Take care of your dad okay? May God shower His blessings upon you all.

Good Leaders Don't Rely on Luck

"The reason so many people never get anywhere in life is because when opportunity knocks, they are out in the backyard looking for four-leaf clovers." Walter P. Chrysler