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Julian & Siony's 50th

One of the main reasons of our Manila trip was to attend and celebrate the golden wedding anniversary of my parents in-law.

It was held last November 16 in Quezon City.
Thanks to my brother in-law, Kuya Sonny (who organized everything) for making this event a very momentous one for all of us.

Tonton, Lori and myself were part of the entourage together with the rest of Morasa family.

I know my husband was very proud of his pamangkins as everyone of them showed their talents and messages as part of the reception's program.

Tears & laughter filled the occassion. Especially when Tonton gave his heartfelt speech for his beloved parents. I was so proud of my hubby.

It was a once in a lifetime celebration that we really couldn't afford to miss.

Labels: celebrations, family, holiday

By hanamaru
On Tuesday, December 02, 2008
At 6:22 PM
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My 29th

I spent my special day with my babies and my two mothers.
We strolled around Rockwell mall in Makati.
Tonton and I really planned it as a "treat day" for my mom & his mom. But I'm glad that Tonton did not forget to tell me that there's something special waiting for me in Melbourne, hehe.

Had a good time just seeing my moms enjoying the precious moments with their apo.
God willing, I pray that my family (siblings & papa) will be with me when I turn 30.

Labels: family, holiday

By hanamaru
On Thursday, November 27, 2008
At 10:39 AM
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Family Portrait

Grabbed the chance to book for a session with a professional photographer here in Manila.
I sooo love this shot :) Haang puputi namin, hahaha!

We're still on vacation and be back on weekend.
Will post more photos soon.

Labels: family, holiday

By hanamaru
On Tuesday, November 25, 2008
At 6:53 PM
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Going home

While everybody else is busy with the Melbourne Cup today, we just stayed home and excited packing our stuff.

We're off to Manila in a few days. First time to fly home together as a family.
I'm so "nawiwindang" how to squeeze in all our activities to a 3-week long holiday.
I reckon this vacation will be full of reunions, errands and shopping.
But hopefully, there will also be some time to relax and unwind.
I badly need some "ME" time!

Ok, counting down...

Labels: holiday, rave

By hanamaru
On Tuesday, November 04, 2008
At 5:48 PM
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Sydney Trip

Hi! Just came back from our Sydney holiday. Second time for me and Tonton but we enjoyed it more this time. It was a week full of lakwatsa, exploration and fun times.

We really had a great time and so happy that we were able to travel (by plane) as a family eversince Lori came. We're also pleased that Mama had the chance to be with us, just in time for Mother's day.

We stayed at my cousin's (Ate Bibeth) place in Strathfield which is 10-minute drive from the city (Sydney). My cousin and her family was so warm and accommodating. Her kids, Asiong & Era were so fond of Lori. Thanks to Ate because she took one-week work leave to accompany us in our pamamasyal.

Our adventures & photos...

Celebrated Mom's day with Creencia's & Ouano's

Circular Quay, Opera House and Macquarie's Chair

Art Gallery of New South Wales, Hyde Park, St. Mary's Cathedral

Darling Harbour, Sydney Monorail ride

Sydney Aquarium, Wildlife World, Sydney Tower

Bondi Beach, Paddy's Market (China Town)

Blue Mountains (Katoomba)

Happy days! :)

Labels: family, holiday

By hanamaru
On Saturday, May 17, 2008
At 5:47 PM
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Werribee trip

Yesterday, my family and some of our pinoy friends went to Werribee Park which is located in the southern part of Victoria and 30-minute drive from the city.

The place is a vast estate which was originally owned by Chirnside family from Scotland who migrated to Australia in the mid 1800s. The property is approximately 300 hectares with farming land and zoo. The land extends to the Werribee River which is connected to the Port Phillip Bay.

The Mansion itself occupies around 10 hectares which includes a formal garden, a rose garden and lovely lawn area perfect for picnic and photo ops :)

The house was constructed on year 1877 and has classic style. The Italian flooring, the grand staircase and the rooms are typical European yet extravagant. But the ambiance inside the house was a bit gloomy particularly the smell (like an old "baul").

We also had the chance to have a guided tour up to the Mansion's tower. The view from the tower was impressive. The tour guide told us the history of the place and some stories about the Chirnsides. It was creepy and sad to know that one of the Chirnside brothers committed suicide when he was 77 :-(

Anyway, looking at the bright side, we had fun time walking around the park and exploring it. There were some sculpture works around the place which I think were basically made for the tourists/visitors. We had picnic near the rose garden. We left the park around 4pm 'cause it's starting to rain already.

Then before we went back to the city, we dropped by Telan's place (one of the pinoys) in Manor Lakes which is 10-minute away from the park. Dinner was served around 6pm and we had enough time to chat with our friends.

Lori was lethargic but still enjoyed observing the people and mingling with other kids. It was a very tiring yet enjoyable day!

Labels: family, friends, holiday

By hanamaru
On Saturday, April 26, 2008
At 9:39 AM
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Manila trip

Lori & I just got back in Melbourne from our one week vacation in Manila--minus Tonton, sad but true.

However, I was very thankful that we were able to travel safely and Lori was very cooperative and well-behaved during the flight (she just slept straight through!).

Anyway, during our stay we had mini reunions with my family, in-laws and close friends. I am very proud of Lori because she brought so much joy to our relatives & friends especially to her lolo's & lola's.

Pictures galore!

Lori with her lolo's & lola's...

with her cousins...