Baguio in My Mind

Last weekend, our family enjoyed a 4 day vacation in Baguio. The last time I was in Baguio was about 16 or so years ago but it was my kids' first time up in the mountains. They were amazed that the weather up there could get that cold!

Baguio has changed a lot since the last time I've been there. There are more people & more traffic. It's still a very lovely place to visit though. We loved the food, the weather, the sites.... Already, my youngest DS wants to go back! Hmmmm... I hope it won't be after 16 years again though.

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What else can I say? I feel so lucky!!! Thank you for having faith in me!


Photos by Lumeng Lim & Jeff Lopez. Thanks, Jeff & Lumeng!!!

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Artzdescraps Mini Album Challenge

I grew up in a large, rambling house in Mandaluyong City. It was a happy, comfortable place where I shared many lovely memories with my family. We always had pets around, friends always came to visit & play. Each nook & cranny of this beloved house is clearly etched in my mind. Sadly, the old house no longer stands. And even more sad is that I don't have a single photo of it as a keepsake.

I want my kids to always remember their home & all the beautiful memories they may keep so I made this album. Hopefully, I will be adding more pages for more memories to come. And hopefully, they will be able to share it with the generation to come.

Of Family Pets and Birthdays

I've always wanted to do a layout of Jesi. She's the family pet and is totally devoted to us. I was so happy with how it came out! A fitting tribute to a loyal member of our family.

I so enjoyed using the Sandylion papers that I made another one for my birthday LO. I've always celebrated my birthdays quietly, preferring to spend it with family and close friends. This year turned out to be different as I received a gazillion greetings from dear friends from the scrapbooking community. Thanks, everyone!!!! You bet, I had a really, really good one!

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Cosmo Cricket Challenge of Lasting Impression

Lasting Impression's Cosmo Cricket Challenge is still ongoing. You may upload your layouts untilo April 15! Check out the details here!

Got Game?

What are the kids doing this summer? My DD is taking guitar lessons while my eldest DS, well.... I'm still trying to figure out what to make him do aside from planting himself in front of the computer. Meanwhile, everyday is an eternal summer to my youngest DS. The gift of toddlerhood, I believe.

With the children in the house, the pantry gets emptied as fast as it is re-stocked. They endlessly whine that there is nothing for them to eat. Our harried cook has to think double time on what to prepare for merienda otherwise things would become really unpleasant.

So what are your kids doing this summer? Get them lessons, scrap with them, bake or cook with them! Give them assignments or chores and check on what they accomplished at the end of the day. Enjoy summer.. but make sure to keep the fridge stocked!!!!

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