: Love Those Christmas Cookies :

Can you feel the Christmas air already? Hmmmm, actually with all the decorations in the mall already, Christmas songs being played over the radio and Tv shows showcasing Christmas stuff, how can we not feel it eh? Would you believe my sis JOYD has already wrapped some of her Christmas gifts ( I hope mine is already wrapped too hehehe !!).? Me, i still have to think about what gifts will I give so I have not started mine yet.

Anyway, don't you just love those cookies that your friends and relatives are giving you? With Christmas coming, i guess it's pretty unique to share your freshly baked home made cookies and wrapped it in a special box or canisters. I don't have a talent in baking so it'll be a challenge for me. Here are some yummy cookie recipes just in case you need one and want to bake for your kids and family.

: My Niece's 18th Debut Party:

It was last Saturday (Sept. 27) that we had a very simple 18th b-day party of my niece Kathleen. It was just held here at my bro's place, we didn't rent any venue or ask someone to cater the food for practical reasons. They just butchered a pig and they made a lot of dishes out of it. It was around 7 pm when visitors flocked in and Kath was all around tending to her visitors while I am busy taking pictures.

It rained hard for few minutes but that didn't stop the visitors from coming in. Aside from that the tarpaulin came in late but I am happy it was not pixelated when printed. Take a look at the Tarpaulin Layout that I made. I hate the decor and color of the cake that we ordered, we ordered a chocolate one but when we cut it, it has vanilla in it. We also ordered for a baby pink and blue colors but they put a darker one that looks looks horrible. Hmmm anyway, at least it tastes so delicious or else I will be ranting more here.

Anyway, we also had videoke machine where anyone can sing. Kat and her friends were singing the whole night. We had no traditional 18 roses or 18 candles bec. my niece didn't like it bec. she wants it to be just simple. Here are just few of the pictures that I took.

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: My Niece’s Upcoming 18th Bday :

My niece Kathleen will turn 18 on Sept. 25 (Thurs.) but we are just having her party on Saturday the 27th. We have been busy preparing for it given that we are just going to hold it at my bro’s place. It was actually just a small party since my niece doesn’t want any dancing or any program. By Friday, they will butcher the pig so that by Saturday morning cooking will begin.

Part of my contribution will be the birthday cake which we ordered at the nearby cake shop, I hope it will turn out nice. I also made a simple invitation and they have already given them yesterday to some of their guests and I made a layout for her tarpaulin that my niece actually liked. Of course I’ll be the official photographer of the event and for sure my compact flash memory card will be full of photos. I can’t wait for Saturday to come and enjoy the party. Oh BTW, we’ll be having a karaoke for everyone to enjoy plus my bro’s friend will play the organ.

: Preparing for my Niece's Debut Party :

My niece Kathleen will be turning 18 on September 26 and we are having a small birthday party for her on the 27th. She didn't want to have a cotillion or any dancing so i guess it will only be karaoke and eating time. I have already started to layout her birthday invitations and just this morning before she went to school, I asked her to pose for me so I can take photos of her that I will put in the front of her invitation. I also need to layout a design that will be printed in a tarpaulin.

I also accompanied her last Sunday to order a cake for her, oh boy cakes are expensive now adays huh. I told her that we should not spend too much on the cake so we just ordered a 2 layer cake that she designed. It was a chocolate cake with custard fillings, pink and with blue colors plus of white flowers on the sides and a bunch of pink and blue flowers on the top.

After that, we also went at SM to find a simple dress that she will wear. Actually she doesn't want to wear a gown for practical reasons. We weren't able to find a nice one at SM so she and her cousin went to Sta. Lucia where they found a simple pink dress, shoes and necklace that she can wear.

Make that Wedding Memorable

Weddings one of the most well attended occasions that I know of. It’s always different when you are attending someone’s wedding especially if it so solemn and sacred. For most couples their union is sealed by a priest or minister during wedding ceremony. These days church is the only place where couples wanted to give their vows to each other. Beach or garden weddings are commonly chosen by couples but no matter what destination weddings who choose as long as you will be united as one in the eyes of the Lord.

Planning a wedding can be a headache since there are many things to consider, the place, food, invitations and lots more and sometimes too much to handle by the couple that sometimes they seek help though a wedding planner or with their relatives/friends. I reckon after the stress and sleepless nights preparing for the BIG DAY, the couple should enjoy themselves in a great honeymoon escapades. There are many honeymoon all inclusive resort packages from Super Club where couples can pay particular attention to. The most popular are the discount vacation packages for the couples since they can save more. I remember watching a beach wedding in a TV show and oh boy it was magical and memorable.

: What a Perfect Gift :

It was Father's Day in Australia last Sunday (yes they have their own date of Father's Day) and my sister JOYD was thinking on what gift should the kids give to their dad so Sis Joy decided to take photos of the kids, have it developed and put it on a special frame as a gift. I reckon it was sweet, thoughtful and precious gift any father can receive on this special day.

I still miss my nephew and nieces eventhough I flew there to spent summer with them last Jan. till April this year. Just take a look at those sweet smiles that they have, Bianca is starting to love posing for the cam esp. now that her mom got a new DSLR, while Braiden still has those sweet smiling eyes, and Micah still wearing her dancing leotards didn't forget to smile and pose.

Say it with flowers

So what’s your fave flower? Mine would be tulips, i just love it’s delicate beauty. There are literally thousands varieties of flowers around the world and just think about how many different occasions where you can give flowers and you’ll never go wrong with it. Valentine’s day would not be special without a man giving flowers to the special woman in her life. Flowers can make a woman’s heart melt esp. if it is accompanied by a special note or dedication. Woman like me love to be feel special not only if there is an occasion. Flowers are just so versatile, you can give it as gifts, it can lighten up anyone’s mood and it can beautify almost any homes, venues and anywhere. 

At home mom has a small garden and got few flowering plants and she makes sure that she’ll go there every morning to check on them. I reckon it gives her calmness and it cheers her up by doing so. Sis Joy on the other hand makes it a point to buy some fresh cut flowers that she puts on vase with water to beautify her dining room. 

Well, any one can send or purchase flowers in just a click now adays since we can order them now online. Not much hassle I can say and at E-Florist Inc. , an online store I recently visited, I am just amazed on how many flowers that you can choose from. Flower Blossom can come in baskets, bouquets etc. and flowers lke tulips (my fave), roses, lilies, carnations and more are available. And if you have a specific price range in mind then you need not worry bec. they have flowers ranging from under$30 and up. The good news is that those in Canada and US can be serviced by them and they offer same day flower delivery. I just thought that is a good service. Oh btw, Mother’s day is coming in few months and I am sure flowers can make their day. 

One Cold Valentine's Day!

Yay, it's Valentine's day today ! Ahh just an ordinary day for me since I have no special someone hehe. Anyway, it was cold today here in OZ Land and it's perfect time to just laze around and sip a cup of coffee.

A Pinay friend (Erma) of ours came here at lunch time to ask help about her net connection on her laptop and I managed to help her with her questions. Soon after she left my sis and I were on the computer to do some blogging (yes she's into now!) and other stuff. I will just share the link of her blog as soon as she finished tinkering with it.

BTW, so sorry for not visiting your blogs always and doing some of the tags you have for me. Promise if i have more time and when I'm back in Pinas for sure i'll be back on my old routine.

Anyway, just wishing you all Happy Valentine's Day and thanks for droppin' by.