December 2011

Huling Hirit!

'Tis the Season to be Jolly ... falalalalalalalala ...

It is indeed the season to be jolly as we celebrate Jesus Christ' Birth. Thank you Lord!

It was indeed a season to remember as we share GOD's love and blessings with family and friends!

We had simple noche buena at home and attended the mass together as a family on Christmas Day!

Pang-calendar .. hehe


I can't help but include this picture of my cute niece!

Before New Year, a gathering with my PWC batchmates .. o what fun!

Pwends!

Girls will run the world!

Classmates!

New Year's eve - bountiful indeed! I was extra happy since this time, I get to spend New Year's Eve with my family and Allan together ;) Thank you jud Lord!

Wacky na sab!


Jazzie, Allan and Blossom (Happy Birthday Blossom!)

However, through all these, tragedy struck in Cagayan De Oro, Iligan and some nearby cities. I was devastated. Who would not be? It was a good thing that our group of law school friends decided to concentrate on the flood victims in CDO and Iligan. I cannot put into other words how overwhelmed we were with the outpouring of donations - both money, water, used clothes and other goods - from our family and friends. We were just a small group and to know that we filled (almost) a small truck is truly overwhelming. All I can say is amazing and I continue to pray for recovery of those who suffered.

Repacking the goods .. as suggested by me. Hence, we stayed late than expected.
But it was all worth it.


fDaghan jud!

Thank you so much for my 2011 Dearest Lord!

natapos ko rin! ;)

November 2011

A lot of great things in November!

A number of loads in teaching ... as they say, bring it on second semester!

I was a jetsetter in November as I went to Manila for two weekends for the Bar Exams - to support my dear friends, especially Elaine, who took the Bar Exams. The system was all new for me .. I wasn't even able to see some of my barrister friends. But I hope they know that they continue to be in my prayers.

Mga "tambays" sa HQ

I was a tambay at the HQ for the first Sunday.

Thereafter, I was so happy to tag along with my classmates Karla, Norliza, Jo Anne and Ate Debs as we trooped to the Manila Ocean Park.

"wacky" daw!

For the last Sunday, I woke really early for the love of Elaine (hehe) and to just be there for my friends.

Good morning, world!

It was Bar Ops with Maan and Martin most of the time - for the love Elaine, hehe. It was also my first time to visit Dangwa, also known as Manila Flower Center. Believe me if I say how happy I was when I realized that Manila Flower Center is the scientific name of Dangwa, hehe.

Bar ops


Fresh from Dangwa!

Of course, free dinner with LA friends was really enjoyable. And it was really nice to see LA Residents, Foundation Members and Barristers ;)

I <3 Lakas Atenista!

The next day was a trip to whatever with Maan and Elaine. With these two, food trip galore jud! I love the panna cotta of Kiss the Cook (but I did no kiss the cook, ha!). It was also a trip in the truest sense since we took public transportation - LRT, jeep and trisikad! From Quezon City, we reached Tutuban! It was such a delight that we were able to find the way from Tutuban all the way to 168. We did not shop that much .. although, I think Maan did. And siyempre, gutom uli .. so we went to Wa Ying! Yum, Yum!

Makalaway!


We <3 Chocolate!

This month, I also started to join Hann's weekly Bible Group @ SGD!

October 2011

Ooooh .. October!

After a simple September, it was owesome October!

I was pretty much busy with the practices and preparation for the Presentation for the Law School Alumni Homecoming. Juggling the practices and soliciting for funds and buying snacks with work and teaching was quite a task.

But it all paid off since we placed first! Admittedly, I had my errors during the presentation itself. But looking at the video, hindi pala obvious .. buti na lang. We laughed our hearts off looking our presentation and being proud because it was really bongga! Hehe! More than that, I was happy that I get to hang out with law school friends as well as with Ma'am Aster and Ma'am Te ;) (Photos courtesy of Marlyn Europa & Le Photographe)

Another highlight of my October is seeing my Accountancy students pass the Board exams. Although I only taught them one subject, Negotiable Instruments, I was just so happy for them.

Of course, I could not blog October without letting the whole world now about the new borns - Clangski and Boss Ogie's Bamut, Ondi's baby and of course, my imported niece - Ally!

October was truly Owesome!

September

Honestly speaking, I had no major event in September - just small stuffs which make a one colorful life!

I went to Manila for a weekend trip because I bought a Piso-Fare ticket almost a year ago and I used it. Otherwise, sayang. At the time I bought the ticket, there was still yet no announcement that the Bar Exams will be moved to November. That's why I bought the ticket ;)

Nevertheless, it was worth a trip since my mom was in Manila that time so I just spent time with her :)

Aside from this, I got busy with small stuffs - teaching and clients and pleadings, which made me somewhat tired ..

Unfortunately, I don't have any picture for this month ;) Oh well, I'll keep the memories in my heart! Naks Fried Chicken, hehe!

August 2011

My dad turned 61. And we just had some food to celebrate with a "recycled" tarp to boot!

Mighty Sixty-One

Another 5k run with Phoenix .. and this was my last fun run in 2011! Hehe

Gipaningot intawon!

I also had a Kadayawan Escapade with dear friends Maan and Elaine. Despite the heat and walking galore, I enjoyed it a lot! I haven't experienced Kadayawan in a long time. I guess the last time was when I participated in the Indak-indak when I was still in high school .. a long time ago .. haha!

Kadayawan Beauties!

Another highlight for my August was our trip to Singapore where my mom celebrated her birthday. Aside from that, it was bonding time with my "imported from Australia" sister! Thank you Lord that despite my katangahan moment - naiwan ang pocket money due to miscommunication - everything went well!

We stayed at a very nice yet cheap inn, which was pretty much accessible. We had fun commuting around Singapore. And of course, we went to Universal Studios Singapore! Yahoo! Here are a few pictures ...

Infront of Marina Sands Bay Hotel

Mowdels ng glasses!

Wacky sa Water World!

Kaming anim!

After the roller coaster ride ....

3D Experience @ Sentosa

Zookeepers!

July 2011

I had my third fun run with Run United - another 5k!

JJ and his first 21k medal with Coach Rio and me!

Runners kunuhay!

Aside from that, another highlight for me was a short and quick get-together with Team Palisades!

@ Trellis

My mother was hospitalized for a few day but it's great that it was not a major health issue.
It was also this month when a friend lost his father.

June 2011

Tapusin ang sinimulan ...

Another semester begins, another set of students! I guess this has been my "fully loaded" semester as I taught 20 units all in all - 18 in undergrad and 2 in law school Challenging indeed!

I also had my second fun run as I joined the 5k in the Hero's Race. Unfortunately, I can't upload the pictures in my phone. And I don't know why it does not work .. tsk, tsk!

Aside from another semester, I am just happy that my dear friends in Law School opened their own firm! Ayos!

But this June ended with a sad note for Dabawenyos with the flash floods in Matina ...

May 2011

After the month long vacation, I had some catching up to do. Positive results came out with a number of cases and salamat jud Lord. I attended a couple of weddings and I was happy in the company of people who are dear to me.

I guess the highlight for this month was the Petstacular event organized by my brother and sister. It was a first for them to hold this event. There were a number of obstacles along the way but GOD pulled them through. I was happy I got to participate in a fun run, after a long time. This time I ran with my dad, Allan and Blossom.

April 2011

This was a one-of-a-kind vacation! Admittedly, it was quite sad that our family could not be together in this trip. Nevertheless, we made sure that we made the most out of it.

My mom was indeed blessed to have been included in the 3-week training in Arlington, Virginia at the right time - perfect weather and vacation time for JJ and me! It was also a plus factor that we need not pay for the place since it was included in the training and we could all fit in one room. I was also ecstatic that it had a kitchen so that we could cook! So, I happily cooked our meals and washed the dishes. It was also cool that we could tour around Washington and visit almost all the museums and other places for free. JJ and I would just spend for our fare and lunch.

During weekdays when my mom would attend the trainings, JJ and I would go around Washington after breakfast and then go back at around 5 pm. Sometimes, if my mom does not have any assignment, we go and visit the nearest malls. On weekends, the three of us would visit malls and other tourist destinations.

I really had a great time, especially visiting those places I've seen on tv and movies!

We also took a side trip to Niagara Falls .. and it was so cold!!!

And before flying back home, we went to San Diego to visit our cousins!

Thank you Lord for letting me experience these!

@ the Museum of Natural History

Whatever happened to Amelia Earhart?

@ the National Zoo

Went far just to see this Jetfire from Transformers 2!

@ Mount Vernon

The Washington Monument

@ the US Capitol

Cherry Blossoms!


@ Haupt Garden

Bloom, bloom, bloom!

@ the White House

Jumpin' Jazz!

Pwede!

Tulips all over Washington!

Sandig pose at the US Capitol!

Oprah featured this on her show while we were in the US.
So, I searched the net how to get here. Best cupcakes ever!

Frustrated FBI agent!

Feeling Master Chef!

@ Niagara Falls!

Cousin AJ's Cheering Squad!

Reunion


Sidelights:
Mom doing excellent job in her training
Lost a student in a tragic incident ..