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// morsels of life //

enjoying this so-called life -- li'l by li'l, bit by bit...

 

Half Day in Canberra

I flew to Canberra then went to the Philippine Embassy there early this morning to have my passport renewed.

Going there all by myself was the only logical option I got coz my passport will expire on December. Plus I need to have a valid passport when we fly home on November.

The embassy requires personal appearance as they have implemented the MRP (machine-readable passport) effective last September 1.

I find Canberra a bit boring, based on the "blue" ambiance when I arrived there.
Luckily, I only needed to spend few hours there.

But anyway, I took these pictures just to kill the time while waiting for my return flight.











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Lori's First Birthday



A simple yet very delightful gathering was held yesterday in our place.
It was the celebration of Lori's first year.

The theme was Spring Flower party.
Lori wore her bumble bee costume. She was so cute! :)



The birthday cake was the center of attraction on the table.
We loved the presentation and it was so yummy too!

Our pinoy friends came over to celebrate with us.
Tonton and I cooked and served pinoy food and we were glad that they enjoyed them.


Fortunately, the weather was quite fine during the afternoon.
Our guests had the chance to roam inside the compound and chat for a while.




As parents, Tonton and I feel so blessed for having Lori and seeing her growing up as a bright and sweet girl. She just never know how much happiness she has brought to our lives. We wish that God continue to bless her with good health.




Happy Birthday, our dear Lori!
Daddy & Mommy love you so much.



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Yum Cha lunch

Our "official" (Ton is a dad now, hehe) father's day celebration was spent at Dragon Boat place along Lonsdale street in the city. Delicious dim sums, chinese delicacies and tea were served. Flavored with an enjoyable conversation with our pinoy friends and their families.




I'm glad that Lori is now used to public's noise and she somehow likes the attention from other people. She also enjoys sitting with us while eating.





Anyway, Happy Father's Day to my loving husband.
Thanks for everything, Bi!

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New Place, Same Suburb

We're almost done moving our stuff to our new apartment. The place is just few blocks away from Swanston Street, but it's still in the same suburb, Carlton.


Our new flat is located in the St. Nicholas Apartments along Rathdowne street.

The place is a beauty and well-maintained. No wonder it's one of the sought-after places in the locale. It has a private courtyard/garden, pool & sauna and secured gate and carspaces. Plus it's just stones throw away from the famous Carlton Gardens, Melbourne Museum & IMAX theatre.

We just feel so lucky that we got the unit. Hoping to call it a "home sweet home" for a year or so.

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