We had a little adventure today. After Tashi’s work-out at the YMCA this morning, he told me he wanted to take a short walk before heading home. We thought we’d go to one of the trails near Missouri Town 1855. This time, instead of picking the route we normally take, I chose a different route … More Lost At The Lake
It’s been a week now since Tashi and I have been going for a late afternoon stroll along Lake Jacomo. Our walks are brief yet definitely pleasant. Being surrounded by nature is very relaxing and therapeutic especially after a long and busy day. We often stop to watch a snail cross to the other side of … More A Stroll Along The Lake
Tashi requested for something vegetarian again for his dinner so I made him these delicious grilled vegetables and hummus flatbread wraps. Versatile and easy to make, I hope you like them as much as Tashi did. Ingredients 1/2 cup power greens (baby chard, kale and spinach) 1 medium zucchini 1 red/green bell pepper 1/2 red … More Grilled Veggies and Hummus Wraps
Per Tashi’s request, I fixed something vegetarian for his lunch today. This turned out to be really good and I wish you’d also try making these quesadillas. Ingredients 1 medium sized tortilla 1/2 cup baby spinach 1/4 avocado, sprinkled with sea salt 1/4 cup cheese, shredded 1 tablespoon of sour cream 2-3 tablespoons (medium) salsa … More Spicy Spinach Avocado Quesadilla
Tashi’s dinner tonight included this very easy to make fresh and flavorful salad. Ingredients 2 tbs. lemon juice 1 tbs. whole-grain mustard 2 tbs. olive oil 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed 1 avocado, diced 1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper 1/2 cup coarsely chopped … More Black Bean-Avocado Salad
It’s a beautiful Sunday! Today’s agenda was to visit and pay respects to our dearly departed ancestors. My Mom’s eldest brother, Uncle Cenen, and my cousin Ryan accompanied us. I lit candles for my dear Grandparents, Uncles, Aunties and relatives. I told my Dad, it felt sad to be in the cemetery and see so … More Macalaya Pier
After visiting our dearly departed relatives, we then proceeded to one of Legaspi City’s popular tourist spots, Cagsawa Ruins Park. There’s really not much to do here but see the world’s most perfect cone shaped volcano, Mount Mayon and what remains of Cagsawa Church after the 1814 eruption of the volcano. I wanted the kids, Urielle, … More Cagsawa Ruins
After Padir’s birthday get together yesterday, it’s beach time today! Our tour guide was my cousin Bong. He knows a lot of people and good places to go, a very good combination for a large group like us (getting discounts on entrance fees). He told us he’s taking us to a beautiful white sand beach – the … More Muladbucad White Beach
It’s Padir’s birthday today. This year’s family get together was a surprise for him. I didn’t tell him I would still be visiting them after I cancelled my trip in April for Madir’s first year death anniversary. He picked the beautiful Bicol, his and Madir’s birthplace, when I asked him where he’d like to celebrate his birthday. … More Papa’s Birthday
When I was a kid, I always looked forward to spending summer vacations in my grandparents’ place. I love being with my cousins, going to the mountains, helping in the farm, climbing up trees, feeding farm animals, and going swimming. It’s so fun! I never went to Bicol without visiting Mama’s relatives. It has become … More Hike To Hudom
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