I finally have the week-end off. To take advantage of the beautiful weather Tashi and I decided it would be a good time to de-stress at the Zoo. Even though, I’ve been to the Kansas City Zoo so many times, I still look forward to seeing my favorites every time we visit. First on our list … More Another Day At The Zoo
It’s my last night in the Philippines and tomorrow I fly back to America. It’s a bittersweet moment again. It’s sad to leave behind my family and friends but at the same time I am excited to go home to Tashi, PoopyBuhda and NinNin. Earlier today my Godchild, L.A. asked me to join her and … More My Misha
After ten years, I am once again celebrating Christmas in the Philippines. Philippines is known for having the longest Christmas Season in the world. As early as September 1st, Filipinos start preparing for the Season – radio stations start playing Christmas carols while houses, malls and even the streets get a make-over as everything gets … More Christmas Day
Happy Birthday, Mama! It’s Christmas day and Madir’s 75th birthday. The last time I was present in Mama’s birthday was ten years ago. It was good to be here today with the entire family and a few relatives. Every year her nephews, nieces and their kids, as well as her sister/bestfriend make it a point to … More Mama’s Birthday
It’s party time at the alley! Every year my sister and her neighbors organize a Christmas party at their alley. They prepare food and games for everyone, especially the children. I told my sister I wanted to participate in this year’s party and their activities – games and gift exchange. We had the party last … More Christmas Party at the Alley
Our trip to Malolos, Bulacan last week gave us an idea on where to go to fulfill my promise to my nieces, Nina and Urielle and their friends, of a fun-filled day in an amusement park. I initially wanted to take them to Star City but with the possibility of us being stuck in a … More Sky Ranch Pampanga
I was happy to see my niece and her playmates play chinese garter, one of traditional Filipino street games. I was actually surprised. In the age of computers and gadgets, I didn’t expect to see kids play these games anymore. Some of the street games I played when I was a kid were: 1. Luksong … More Chinese Garter
Today is Comic Alley Day to buy Tashi his pasalubong – a Filipino tradition of travellers bringing gifts from their destination to people back home. It can any gift or souvenir brought for family or friends after being away for a period of time. It can also be any gift given by someone arriving from a distant … More Comic Alley
Nina’s Christmas vacation officially starts today. She had her class Christmas party yesterday. She asked me last night if I want to go jogging with her and Little Tashi today. I said yes. We woke up at 5:30AM today but my Mom told us to wait for the sunrise because there are a lot of … More Jogging with Nina and Little Tashi
I woke up early this morning so I decided to take a walk with my nephew, Little Tashi (aka Gab). I think he liked the idea of playing in the street so after our breakfast I took him out again, this time to drive his new toy. He was thrilled! While Little Tashi was ‘driving’, … More Morning Walk and Guavas
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