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Haha! Buy a lot of pancit canton coz its too expensive there, $2 each convert to peso its almost P160. Thats a dozen of pancit canton chilimansi already, my favorite hehehe. when are you flying? i want to fly too but no wingssleepy.gif

"i want to fly too but no wings" hahahaha..... laughing.gif kicking.gif jest.gif

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Aside from rice, do filipino stores also sell tabo? Or also known as dipper. You know. We Pinoy don't really use tissue. I was thinking of buying one but my luggage is already too bulky where will I out that lol

I just put one of this on my wifes john..She loves it..No tools required.. Even a 4 thumbed jack of no trades like me could install it

http://www.amazon.com/Aquaus-Diaper-Sprayer-Multi-Use-Chrome/dp/B008K9ZNMS

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"i want to fly too but no wings" hahahaha..... laughing.gifkicking.gifjest.gif

Dahlia, technically you can already book your flight because your status already says ISSUED, it's just that 2GO and Embassy are still closed and your passport was just stuck.

I just put one of this on my wifes john..She loves it..No tools required.. Even a 4 thumbed jack of no trades like me could install it

http://www.amazon.com/Aquaus-Diaper-Sprayer-Multi-Use-Chrome/dp/B008K9ZNMS

Oh my I should get this as well.

Haha! Buy a lot of pancit canton coz its too expensive there, $2 each convert to peso its almost P160. Thats a dozen of pancit canton chilimansi already, my favorite hehehe. when are you flying? i want to fly too but no wingssleepy.gif

WHAAATTT!!??? That's way tooo expensive compared to PHP 12.00 Pancit Canton here lol! I'll hoard Lucky Me Pancit Canton Sweet Chili flavor and Spicy Calamansi, and when I get there I can sell some at a cheaper price lol.

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We found a red shallow plastic bowl the wife has been using for the last 6 years. I even installed a detachable shower head, but she still uses the tabo.

ETA: Look on the toy section or the camping section of Walmart or Target or similar. You may be able to find a suitable tabo there.

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Dahlia, technically you can already book your flight because your status already says ISSUED, it's just that 2GO and Embassy are still closed and your passport was just stuck.

Oh my I should get this as well.

WHAAATTT!!??? That's way tooo expensive compared to PHP 12.00 Pancit Canton here lol! I'll hoard Lucky Me Pancit Canton Sweet Chili flavor and Spicy Calamansi, and when I get there I can sell some at a cheaper price lol.

My Fiance thought of buying the ticket last week because we thought I will receive my visa after couple of days..... NOT.... mother nature did not allow it. So it is hard to tell if when I will get it.... since it still bothers me what was the reason behind why I did not receive my last week.

About Pancit Canton or any form of instant noodles.... I guess if you are extra health conscious....It might help to avoid eating instant noodles... full of MSG "http://culinaryarts.about.com/od/seasoningflavoring/p/msg.htm". 7yrs ago when I was working here in the Philippines I had frequent migranes. Thanks to GOOGLE... I started making researches what causing it. I believe one of the was MSG. Our food is full of MSG. Since then I avoid buying foods with MSG...Migraines GONE..... I do eat pancit canton once in a while to satisfy cravings....

For kids.... not good...not healthy at all....Lots of PARENTS feeding their todlers with it... oh..not so healthy. it sure taste good because of food enhancers but not totally healthy.

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We found a red shallow plastic bowl the wife has been using for the last 6 years. I even installed a detachable shower head, but she still uses the tabo.

ETA: Look on the toy section or the camping section of Walmart or Target or similar. You may be able to find a suitable tabo there.

Oh yes..Get her a gun and some classes..

Sorry just messing with Patriot forget i said that

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For "TABO", I requested Fiance to install "http://kitchenbathroomfixtures.com/handheld-bidet-sprayer-set-for-toilets.html". My butt get itchy if I don't wash.. hahahaha rolleyes.gif

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I just put one of this on my wifes john..She loves it..No tools required.. Even a 4 thumbed jack of no trades like me could install it

http://www.amazon.com/Aquaus-Diaper-Sprayer-Multi-Use-Chrome/dp/B008K9ZNMS

Home Depot carries them for about $20 cheaper.

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Home Depot carries them for about $20 cheaper.

Get out ! thanks I will put one on the other one

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I prefer this...heated water and seat!!

http://www.totousa.com/Green/Products/Washlet.aspx

My E200 is going on 8 years now without any problems, and installs as easy as the spray wands (on the tank supply).

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Here are the top three:

1. Locate the vacuum and the cleaning supplies she'll need to clean your house.

2. Familiarize herself with the kitchen where she'll be cooking all of your meals.

3. Learn how you like your underwear and socks folded.

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The reality:

1. Tahoma did the cleaning while I sat in the couch and ate boy bawang...

2. Tahoma took me to different Filipino restaurants to buy take-out food. IF Tahoma will wait for me to cook his meals, he will surely be starving to death.

3. Well....I like to fold clothes...so this is ok.

I should be reading VJ more often and read what Tahoma is posting here....hihihi....devil.gif

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First thing since we were already married was to get the SS card and an official ID from the DMV. Get the book for written part of the driving test and after you pass that you can get your learners permit. Added my wife to credit card. Added her to my medical insurance (very important to have insurance). Made her beneficiary of life insurance policy. Added her to joint bank account.

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The reality:

1. Tahoma did the cleaning while I sat in the couch and ate boy bawang...

2. Tahoma took me to different Filipino restaurants to buy take-out food. IF Tahoma will wait for me to cook his meals, he will surely be starving to death.

3. Well....I like to fold clothes...so this is ok.

I should be reading VJ more often and read what Tahoma is posting here....hihihi....devil.gif

~ Chinook

That's my girl... hahaha Go Go Gurl.... Woman's Spirit!!!!

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(05days) 2018-10-06 Received email - Biometrics appointment is scheduled

(09days) 2018-10-10 Check my online account and my Biotmetrics Notification is attached and available

(11days) 2018-10-12 Biometrics (fingerprinting) completed - Walk-in no problem; saved 2 weeks (Original appointment date is Oct. 26)

(436days) 2019-12-11 I am US Citizen now!!!

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