Took Me Away

It was that Valentine weekend, then the Husband decided to take us to the beach. And let me share to you some snapshots I took over at our mini getaway at a not so far beach paradise. 

We arrived just in time. 

Sssshhh, he likes imitating my Dad. 

Friendly staff, cozy place and this amah-zhing view for a weekend wasn't enough but we all did enjoy our simple and quick getaway.  

We we're assisted to our Casitas where will stay. Handed us some bread crumbs for the fishes. Look how Travis and Jason enjoyed watching them eat and swim, while I enjoy taking photos of them. 

After our short nap, Travis says he wants play in the sand, and so we did.

Whenever it's a saturday, he always ask when are we going to the beach, so that saturday when we said yes, he gave us a hug, a kiss and said thank you. It's like giving him a prize eh. He loves to play in the sand and swim in the pool. Too bad it's just for one night, we promised we'll come back and we'll stay a little longer. If only Boracay is just as near as Subic or Bataan or Batangas, probably we'll spend our weekend there. 

Oh, did I mention where is this not so far beach paradise, it's at Kamana Sanctuary Resort and Spa in not so far Subic. Overall, our stay was perfect, from our Casitas, food, infinity pool, the beach is okay, grayish sand with beach rocks and sea shells around, so bring your aqua/beach shoe. 

I Love You -- My Everyday

Let me share to you why I love my everyday, and so everyday for me is Hearts Day! 

I Love You! 

Nahigugma ko nimo! (Bisaya)

Wo ai ni (Manderin) 

Je t'aime (French)

Ti amo (Italian) 

Mahal Kita / Iniibig Kita (Filipino) 

Ayayatenka (Ilocano)

Te vògio ben (Venetian) 

Taim i' ngra leat (Irish) 

Happy Valentines Day to All!
Happy Hearts Day to All! 

Love your everyday.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOMMY

I want to write a letter for Mom over here at my blog, on second thought I did not cause the time and space and my brain won't let me. Okay, honestly I am gonna cry. 

So I'm gonna make it short. 

If I were to ask who I want be when I get much older? I would gladly say, my Mom. 

She is just different, the patience, the unconditional love, support, her everyday life-saving tips, her old stories, I love everything about her, she's one perfect woman, a wonderful gift from God. 

We're 43 years apart, so that means she's 42 when she gave birth with me, though I am one size bigger than her, I look up to her, she's my idol and whoever I am yesterday, today and tomorrow it's because of my Mommy Lita.

Happy 70th Birthday Ma, I love you. 

We all love you. 

PS,

I hope you had a great intimate dinner with us. We we're all preparing for one big party for you but we know you're one reserved person, so we decided we won't share you to anyone. 

All the love, 

Your only daughter

Mylene Sarah

Note to Santa

A note:

Hey Santa, is it really 7 days to go before Christmas Day? It was fast. Of course, we're excited for this day, especially Mom, you see I can participate in opening my gifts, unlike last year I was soundly asleep while they exchange gifts. And know what, Daddy is here, he decided to stay with us for the Holidays. For now, I won't be thinking about what will happen next Christmas, all I know is I have Mommy, Daddy and Grandma and Grandpa, relatives, cousins and friends -- my whole family to spend it with, so that spell perfect, not to mention I get to open gifts too. 

Oh, Santa thanks for giving me this candies, I shared it with my Ate Tin, Mommy and Daddy - we liked it. 

Lastly Santa, I wanna know what's your Christmas wish?

Note from:
Travis (translated by Mom)

I Always Have The BEST Birthday (Part Two)

Since my birthday started BEST, I had my energy to fill up my whole day. Cooked, ordered some and prepared our lunch.

The Husband and I had breakfast. Since the grocery opens at 830am, we waited. I look like a hungry hippo here. Excuse me..

And here's what happened next..

I had two cakes, a 1 mile Black Velvet Cake from Conti's and Carrot Cake (with walnuts, yum!) from Fleur De Lys.. Thanks to my nephew, Shyan.

And gifts from Mom, My sis-in-laws, Hubs, niece Mynjel and Travis and my Bes, Sof.

My family.

Spot my bestfriend! I miss her.

And Manong Sorbetero is here.

I had a blast, I wanna thank everyone who SMS'd, send PM, tweets, DM'd, BBM'd, posted on my FB wall, even emailed ( and everything in between) to send their greetings and made a wish in my behalf. I pray that God would bless everyone of you as He blesses me and my family. I am 27, full of happiness, love and blessed. I am forever grateful. 

While the Husband and I were planning to go out on a date, we changed our mind, since we don't wanna leave Travis, we stayed home, opened a vodka cruiser for me and JD for him and we know, we're all good. 

I Always Have The BEST Birthday (Part One)

Why?

That Saturday morning, I woke up with these in our bed..

The best birthday card!

from my little boy, Travis..

Right then, I knew that I'll have the best-est birthday ever.. What next? Read part two.

Boo-Time! at Fun Ranch

My scary Travis (is he?) Haha

This event just brings out the kid in me, with this food carts.

Cotton Candy

Marshmallows

Ice Cream 

and Pop Corn!

There's story-telling about Tikbalang by Ate Lyn of Adarna House.

Now there's game time for parents too. And did you see Daddy Jason up there? Haha. Travis was all eyes on him and saying, "Da-deeeey" I think he's cheering for his Dad.

And though his team didn't won, he took home one of Adarna House's book Chenelyn, Chenelyn! 

And we witness the fast hands err magic of Kuya Brix..

It's Trick or Treat time! My little Boo! will scare them for treats! Boo! 

We enjoyed our Boo-Time! Probably next year will join an event like this. 

DAD

HAPPY FATHER's DAY DADDY RAMON!

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!

HAPPY FATHER's DAY PAPANG JUN (+)

Thanks for Jason, so far he's doing great and I know he'll be just like you.

photo credit: google

And to my Perfect 10 Husband/BodyGuard/Everything

HAPPY FATHER's DAY DAHDY JASON 

You are doing great! *wink* 

See you soon. We love you! 

And this SHOUT OUT goes to all the BEST DAD's

HAPPY FATHER's DAY! 

Bloggers United: An Interactive Shopping Affair

My very first blogger's event and tell you I'm wishing there's a part two! Aisa, Melai and Ana, part two please? 

I am so happy seeing familiar faces, though I'm just a silent reader - I'm a fan and through them I get the inspiration to write and express myself , and that's blogging. 

Many words can describe the event, but one things for sure, I had a blast! 

Share.

And who I'm with? My Bestfriend Sofie and a friend way back college, Tin

We're at the Close-up Booth! Haha.



Who goes home with a happy smile? ME =)



I read that part two comes December, oh that's one great news!  *cross-fingers*

Mommy Events: EXPO MOM 2011, May 7 at the Rockwell Tent

Hello Moms! Hello Mompreneurs! Hear ye, Hear ye.. Come one, Come All! 

WHAT'S EXPO MOM?
Expo Mom is the premier lifestyle event for moms in Manila. It is a trade expo, all-day workshop, shopping destination, mommy party, family occasion, mompreneur lab, all rolled into one!

Yes you can shop and browse, interact with our vendors, and you will also learn a lot about what services are out there for you and your family.

If you’re a mompreneur or business owner looking for new items to carry, most of our mompreneur vendors will also be happy to answer your queries on possible reselling or distribution.

Expo Mom entrance fee is only P25, 100% of which goes to MomShare outreach. Expo Mom discourages the use of plastic so attendees are asked to kindly bring their own reusable shopping bag:)

For further info, email inquiry@expomom.com or visit www.expomom.com.

Wide range of Products and Activities awaits you and your whole family. 

I'm excited to share these to everyone especially for curious Moms like Me. Of course we want quality products for our little ones. 

So mark your calendar, May 7, 2011 at the Rockwell Tent 

Travis and I have been waiting for these.. This will be fun! See you all there.

Six More Years Until Their Golden Wedding Anniversary

Every February 14th, we celebrate Valentine's.. And it's even more special because 44 years ago (February 14, 1967) my parent's got married.. We see to it that we're all together to celebrate that one special day of the year. And since this year, Feb 14 falls on a Monday, we celebrated it the day before, had sumptuous lunch of pizzas, pasta and gelato. YUM! Though we're not complete this year, hopefully 6 years from we are! We should be - Dad and Mom, their 4 Boys, and Me, the Husband, My 4 gorgeous sister-in-laws, their 8 grand children ( &/or more ) and 1 great grand children.

The day itself, we had one big lunch together with Mom's sister Aunt Yoly, Uncle Remy and Ate Nenet. Talks and Laughter was around us. Priceless moments.

We are blessed and thankful for God gave us great parents to be with all the days of our lives. And won't get tired of celebrating our everydays with them.

Of Balloons and Birthday

Baby Travis just turned 6 months today, February 12, and it marks the go-green sign to start planning his and the Husbands birthday on August. Isn't it great celebrating their birthdays in just one day.. Great deal eh? Btw, the Husbands birthdate is August 13. Last year, his birthday was set (that) set aside, we were at the hospital then, so I promised him to give him and Travis one big bash on his next birthday, now that's what I call pressure. And since today marks Travis 6th month might as well celebrate it the unusual way other than cake and 6 candles. We visited Clark, Phils to witness the 16th Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival Event, this happens every year, and this was my (our) first time. And I know next year we'll be there earlier, so we'll get the best parking slot, best hot air balloons pictures and souvenirs too.

And I thank my nephew, Engr. Joseph for joining us for this one great outta town trip!

Until next year, by then we had new company, right Hubs?

My Best Friend is Getting Married

And I'm excited. 60 days more from today until her wedding day.

One perfect couple. I witnessed how their relationship was and I say its an inspiration to me. They may have up and downs in the 12 years of relationship (and more), but I salute them for the faith, hope and love for each other. It is a fairytale story with a (very) happy ending.

Now, I can stop telling her about marriage life but not on having a baby. I know you will have your own - soon. I bet Travis would love to have a playmate. Haha.

To my bes Sofie, this is it! I'm grateful to be in your wedding and being a part of it is a blessing. Thank you for entrusting me to be your Matron of Honor. And remember that even in your married life, you can run to me and I'll be the same "Mylene" you've known for eight years. I love you bes. Hugs.

I won't take this too long, cause I may run out of words for my speech on your wedding day. Haha.