2016 Christmas

Christmas Eve with the In-Laws


Christmas Day with my Trueblood

It wasn't as sad as last year. We still miss Dudung, today of all days.

Word of the Day: Kakaiba 'to! - Dionne

Next Gen v201612

The ionnes were MIA, so here's half of the next gen. It was kind of a sad day but we managed to hold our chins up and give our brightest smile for the kids.

Swim Club Christmas Party 2016

The little girl was jubilant the entire time, no problem there. As for me, I tried not to awkward with small talk and be truly thankful for the gifts given to us by some of the parents. I wish I have gifts for everyone though.

Another milestone in my social life, ha!

Beat Energy Gap

Coach has been playing the Milo Champ Moves song in loop since yesterday.

G: Dapat kay Mami yan eh no kasi may Energy Gap sya.
D: *With a sly smile, nods head in agreement*

Maagang pambu-bully nung dalawa. Hay naku.

The dadi of my dadi

He is turning ninety tomorrow! We truly are proud and grateful for having him still with us to this day.

I tried to psych myself and surpress the drama queen in me. Today is a happy day and my dad would've wanted all of us to be there for the clan.

Couldn't hold it anymore when I heard my

brother sing my dad's favorite song. I can't seem to stop my tears from falling and just let them be.

It felt good to be back. Last time we went home was New Year's Eve. We missed everybody as much as they missed us. It's settled then, we will be back for this year-end countdown.

The Big Fish

Saengil Chukahamnida, Appa! 🙆

Anime Screencaps: Hotaronubi Mori E

This short film warms and breaks my heart in a bittersweet way, I just can't get over it.


Hotaru and Gin, earlier summer days


As their age gap narrows

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#kiligtothebones


Awesome festival night


When you miss someone.

Twelve Years

Ang mabenta naming selfie with photobomber D


It really is getting more challenging to take a decent photo of this kid. I'm trying hard to do it photojourn style.


Pico De Loro Beach Club was such fun and relaxing place to be. Mahalya lang talaga!


We dont have a decent picture of us. May attitude tong mga kasama ko pag sinabing mag picture muna kami.


Initially booked a standard room but was offered an upgrade for an additional 1.2k. We got two beds and a balcony overlooking the lagoon. No regrets! :D


Toiletries :D Shower cap for G hehe


We head on to the beach until sun down.


After dinner, we tried to knock some pins down.


Yup, top scorer! 🙋


Settled everything with another set. I chose to cheer for D this time.

Anime Screencaps: Orange

Goes to say that even when you're having your fave food or drink, whatever you feel affects its taste.


I thoroughly enjoyed the scenic transition shots.


Watercolors are eyecandy as well.


Connecting through music. #kiligtothebones


Oh, my heart! 😢


Such a relief, Suwa was there to comfort Naho.


Regret trully is a bitter pill to swallow

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I have more but I might not finish this entry if I post everything. Meaning, I adore this anime. Will I watch it again? I want to.. but there's still a lot out there huhu

Forever Sixteen

Happy birthday, mader! 😘 Sana kahit pano we were able to make you feel loved on your special day.

Anime Screencaps : Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress

I was on the lookout for this series since I've known about it from Anime IG feeds I follow.


I was so engrossed with the story I resisted taking screencaps and gave in only after about 3/4 already.


First look at our Kabaneri


When Mumei means business


Frenemies? ^^

Major spoiler alert!




Heartbreaking scene. Sunset colors and all!


Transformation after the black blood.


From the opening theme

Paint. Sip. Laugh

I came across an article on High-Pressure parents and tried to evaluate myself if I have become one.   Two years ago, I already took a couple of step back in terms of monitoring D's school homework and stuff.  I trust that ever since she started schooling, we have already imparted with her essential study skills to be able to perform well.  I have always believed in making the whole learning process fun for my daughter.

High grades are great but I prefer a balance between academics and non-academics.  And of course, whatever would make my daughter be a happier child.

Happy artist-wanna be

 And since we've already covered swimming for her physical activities, I was searching for something that would unleash her creativity side for the weekend.  I had to cancel our initial reservations with Sip & Gogh weeks ago and resolved to make it happen this month.  And so we did, yey!

Blending the colors

Almost done!

Drinks and snacks included

Now where to hang?

City of Pines

Planned more than a year ago, this trip is long over due.

It has been a tradition between O and I to be together and celebrate her birthday. If not on the exact date at least on her birth month. It's one of those events I try to compromise with hubby and D because it'll mean a day away from them.

Highlight of the trip: Lomo Ribs at Canto and VVIP Acoustic Jams at Duyan's.

I swear there were times it seemed like we were teleported back in college, living our carefree-student lives. I did try to have as much fun as possible despite missing home. Guilty pleasure, indeed.

People Places Things

http://m.imdb.com/title/tt4104022/

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Happiness is not a sustainable condition.

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I loved that I was able to learn a bit about the thought process of a graphic artist. Of a projection of a picture of a pipe with words that is not a pipe. And that the gap between two panels is the connection of the artist and the reader.

Truly an awesome, heart-warming flick.

Balang araw...

Had a delectable late lunch with mudra.

And a sinedate with M #CampWagi

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We were discussing the rationale behind us, married ladies, wanting to watch the local chick flick. I don't have an answer, sorry to disappoint. I have to say though, I really felt their pain and was able to empathize with the main characters.

Also, the hilarious drunk scenes made me miss drinking like a fish.

Basta, balang araw.

Buwan ng Wika 2016

Grade V danced to ati-atihan this year.

D also participated in a skit about philippine history and played a two parts: a local in barong and saya and a japanese merchant doing barter.

Group pic

We had pizza after a quick visit from her pedia. She have to take some antibiotics and decongestant to address the discomfort from her right ear.