Back Track . . . Part 3

May 25 - Philip's birthday weekend

Philip and I decided to go out this Sunday to celebrate his birthday. Philip has been requesting me for us to go to Trinoma for the longest time so I agreed even though it's quite too far already. Since it's his birthday celebration I have to give in to his request. We planned to leave early but as always we left our house at way past 10am already. We arrived in Trinoma almost noon just in time for lunch. We were not craving for anything special so we just bought Chickenjoy for the kids and Reyes BBQ chicken for us. After lunch, we just strolled around to see the stores in the mall. After a while, we went to Starbucks and have our Mocha Frappes. The kids had their first sip of Starbucks coffee as well. After this we strolled around again and went to Time Zone ( not sure if the play area was Time Zone ). The kids rode the carousel and played their favourite games inside. Of course they enjoyed it a lot. After this a little more strolling then we went to Toys R Us. The kids played again inside and each one of them bought toys for themselves. After this, we decided to take a rest in one of the lounge area then Philip and Kaila went to get some snacks in Taco Bell. JM had his milk and he fell asleep. After our snacks, we just strolled for more and went home around 6pm.

May 26 - Philip's 33rd Birthday

Hubby's birthday was a Monday so both of us were on vacation leave to spend the day with the kids. Since we were tired from our malling the day before, we decided that we'll just eat out for lunch together with my mom and dad. I have prepared nothing special for hubby. I have not bought any gift for him yet. Me and the kids just woke him up with a kiss and greetings. We actually woke up late than the usual since we were tired from the previous day's activities. Hubby and I had a light breakfast together since we know that we'll be eating out for lunch. My mom and dad arrived in our house past 11 am. Everybody was ready by the time they arrived. Hubby and I decided to eat just within the area and Paseo de Sta. Rosa was the nearest place to dine in. Since we are with my mom, dad and Philip's lola, we chose Rose and Grace. We ordered chopsuey, lechon kawali, fresh lumpia, tuna belly and I can't remember the other stuffs that we ordered. I was not able to take pictures of us. While eating, my dad suggested that we go to Tagaytay afterwards. Of course we said yes so that the kids can go to residence inn to see the zoo. On our way to Tagaytay, it started to rain. The rain was getting heavier and heavier. It was like a typhoon already. By the time we were in Tagaytay there was zero visibility because of the fog. We can't see the Taal Volcano as well. Since the rain has not stopped, we decided not to proceed with the plan and just go back to our place. On our way back, we went to Rowena's and bought some mini buco pies and ube pies and other pastries. We just went back to Paseo de Sta. Rosa and strolled around. I was able to buy Kaila her Havaianas to be used in school. This was included in their grooming kit list. JM doesn't have his size but I promised to buy him when there's a size available already. The outlet in Paseo has a lower price of around P150 to P200 compared to mall prices. The kids rode again the carousel and they really enjoy riding the carousel now. After a while, we went home and my parents stayed in time for meryenda. The celebration was simple but hubby and I really prefer to spend our time with the kids. Looking forward to more bonding times with them.

Back Track . . . Part 2

May 17 - Kaila's assessment and enrollment

As previously posted, we were supposed to enrol Kaila in the summer class but this didn't push through. The ten sessions that was referred to over the phone were the non-academic courses. The academic courses would last for a month as well so Philip and I decided not to push through because Kaila will have a little time to rest in between the summer class and the opening of the regular class in June. Kaila was assessed through a test but Kaila was not answering at all to think that we even had a review and a rehearsal prior to that. I know Kaila knows all the answers but she wouldn't say a word to teacher Liza. Anyway, understandable as what teacher Liza said. Most of the kids are really like that but come the 2nd or 3rd week or regular school everybody would be playing around. The funny thing is teacher Liza was also talking to JM and my little boy was answering. They kept on talking to the two kids until the topic became singing and dancing. I tried to play the "papaya song" from my celfone and both kids danced. Kaila danced and JM followed. The people were so happy to see the two kids perform. Nagmukhang audition tuloy sa talent search ang assessment ni Kaila.

Since Kaila didn't answer during the assessment she'll be enrolled under Junior Casa. According to teacher Liza, they have an acceleration program. So if they can see that the child is ready and will be able to cope up with the higher level, they can accelerate the child.

While daddy and the kids are chatting with teacher Liza, I was already paying the tuition fees, books and uniform. Did a few queries on some things and issues. The mom was so excited at this point since Kaila is officially a school girl come June. After this, we treated the kids to a nearby Jollibee and had their favourite snacks. We went home afterwards.


May 23 - Friday Night Out

It was a busy week for me. I even stayed up late in the office to think it was Friday already. Philip and his officemates were out in Paseo de Sta. Rosa. Instead of them having a summer outing they agreed to use their subsidy to just eat out. Since they were just nearby, I told hubby that we could meet in time for dinner. I'll treat him to Poquito Mas so he'll get a taste of my favourite sisig. I was in Paseo de Sta. Rosa past 7pm. I went strolling around trying to look for a gift to hubby. I went to National bookstore first to buy a birthday card. I went from store to store but I don't know what to buy. I went to Poquito Mas around 8pm so that I can order our dinner just in time for hubby's arrival. I ordered my favourite sisig and the spicy shrimp pasta. Since Philip was on a diet already (he was diagnosed to be diabetic last month), I didn't order that much. I'm not even sure if he'll rice since he's not eating dinner anymore except for oatmeal and fruits. Philip arrived a little past 8pm just in time after our order was served. He ate a little and told me to finish everything. Huh? The sisig and the shrimp pasta is good for 2 to 3 persons and he wants me to finish it! Anyway, since both are my favourites I tried to eat as much as I can but still I can't finish everything. While eating he told me that we'll stay since his staff will still have their drinking session. I asked him if it's alright to join them. He said yes so we stayed until midnight and enjoyed the band that night. Every Friday is party time in Paseo de Sta. Rosa and it was my first time to experience it. Hubby and I enjoyed the night and we're thinking that we should do it regularly- going out just the two of us. ( I still have to work out on this since I would feel guilty if we go out without the kids ).

Back Track . . . Part 1

I need to do some backtracking on the events that happened last month. Here are the major events that took place:

May 4 - My Dad's 64th birthday
We spent the afternoon in my parent's house in Canlubang. It was just another simple family get together. It was a sumptuous lunch and a pm snack with the whole family. Of course the kids enjoyed the cake blowing.

May 10 - Ford Family Day in Island Cove

We were supposed to leave at around 7am in the morning but my parents got caught up in a traffic jam on their way to our house. They arrived past 8am already so we left at around 8:30am. We were with my mom, my dad, my youngest sister, my nephew, our yaya and the two kids. We arrived in Island Cove at around 10am already. We ate first the morning snack before doing any activity. After that we went to the animal island wildlife sanctuary. The kids enjoyed watching the animals especially the crocodile. Kaila even touched the baby croc. It was already noon so the weather was very hot. We didn't go the the butterfly farm and other areas. We went back to our table to had our lunch. After lunch, we changed to our swimming attires and off we went to the swimming pool area. I knew that Kaila wouldn't swim but when she saw the swimming pool she was sort of enticed to swim. JM was the first one to swim. When it was Kaila's turn, of course she cried. She don't want to swim because the water was cold. Anyway, Kaila and I went back to our cottage and changed her clothes already. I left her with my dad since my mom was out with my nephew as well. I went back to the pool and joined JM and hubby. We went swimming for about two hours I guess. Funny thing is JM was able to sleep in the pool for about 30 minutes. After our swim, we went back to our place to dress up. On our way to our table, Kaila and Wacks was with my mom in the play area. Both of them didn't swim. We fixed ourselves and had our pm snacks. We still have a lot of food stubs for Potato corner and cotton candies but the line was too long so we didn't claim it na lang. On our way to the parking area, we saw the sports center where the bowling alleys are so the kids and their dad went inside. The two were so excited because they thought they can play bowling as what they usually do in Timezone. It was almost 5pm when we left Island Cove. Thanks to the Daang Hari road because travel time is really cut short by around 30 to 45 minutes. We were home before 7pm.

Here are some of our pictures :

Missing My College Friends

Just this afternoon, I was able to chat with two of my college buddies, Bing and Mylene. I haven't seen Bing since our college graduation. Mylene and I get to see each other once in a while everytime I would be in Makati area. When she's available, we make it a point to see each other. We either have a short breakfast or lunch together. Bing stayed in their province in Tarlac after graduation and she started her own family ahead of us. he he he . . . She only started working here in Manila just last year. Imagine, it was her very first job after our graduation in 1997. So, every now and then I get to chance her online and chat even if I'm busy working. She's working in a call center and initially works in the night shift. But now she's working on the morning shift already. I was joking her that we could have a Friday night out already. And she said yes! So now, we are planning a sort of get together. But of course we won't be complete. One of our buddies is already in New Zealand and just got married recently with her long time bf. Anyway, I hope we get to see each other after so many many years. Calling out Kay, Karen and Jody . . .

Wanna have some break . . .

Hay, it's the first working day of the week and I'm here at the office rendering overtime. I miss the two kids especially coming in from a long weekend. Hubby texted me this morning and told me that JM was awakened and was looking for me. Knowing I'm not by his side, JM cried. All the more that I miss him. JM is very active and naughty as I may say but he has this charisma that melts our heart away. He has this smile that would take away all your anger. Hubby and I were talking last night and I jokingly told him that if JM was a baby girl he would have been prettier than Kaila. Hubby on the other hand agreed. JM's face is very angelic. His eyes are very special. We always get comments from other people that both kids have a very nice eyes. Hmmm, i'm missing them more. Anyway, I'll be going home in a little while.

First Parents' Orientation

Last Saturday, we attended the first parent's orientation in St. John's Wort Montessori School. All the more that I became excited for Kaila. Yes, Kaila will be in big school already this June 16. We already got her books last Saturday and she was oh so excited. She keeps on reading the books and asking if she could right on it or color the picutres. We just told her to wait for the school opening since the teacher will be the one to give instructions. Everytime she would wake up, she would ask for her books. I hope she maintains that enthusiasm all throughout the school year.

During the orientation, the parents were briefed on the Montessori way of teaching. I can say that I'm satisfied with those principles. I just hope that everything is really put into practice. I can't wait for Kaila to start schooling.

Definitely I'll be having more stories to tell next week regarding Kaila's first day of school.

Where was I ? ? ?

I've been out of the blogging world for quite some time. No single post for the month of May. Where was I? Hmmm, let's just say that I'm a lurker during those times that I'm not updating this blog. Should I say that I'm back? I'm not sure cause I have a lot of workload for this month but I'll try to update again as much as I can. Today, I already updated my list of blogging buddies. If I have missed some of you just leave a message again so that I can add you up. Thanks to all of you you keep on visiting my site even without an update. he he he . . .

I'll do some bullets on my previous activities on my next post. Hope to post pictures too.