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I got too busy on some stuff that I wasn't able to post this. But it doesn't mean that I don't appreciate it because I really do and these awards made me want to blog more! Thank you so much ladies! (*wink*)

Thank you Jona for the Nice Matters Award!



Thanks to Jona, Eds, and Jesse for the Blogging Forever Friends Award!



Thanks to Abie for the Fab Blog Awards!




And from Jona for the Peace and Glamorous Award! Thanks sis!




And look what I got from Jacqui, Thea, and Joy!



Thank you so much ladies! So sweet of you! A big hug to you too! :)

I got a tag that made me remember my highschool days and our typing class. :) Thanks for this Eds!

72 words

Speed test

Anyone wants to snag this? Feel free to do so and let me know how it goes! ;)

As Hubby and I were talking about investment I also did a little research on what would be the best way to invest nowadays. I've read that investing in silver is a good way. Especially now that there are companies were you can purchase silver or other precious metals. One company that offers this kind of service is Monex Deposit Company or MDC. The sell silver and other metals that can be personally delivered. They can also provide a safe storage for you in at an independent bank or depository. What's nice about this company is that for over 30 years they have been America's sliver and precious metals investment leader.

I was so relieved when we finally docked to CDO and saw my Dad, Tito, and brother. The weather was still cloudy so I guess we made the right decision of getting out of the plane and taking the boat instead. Although it was a bit wavy around 2AM but at least we were safe and we will definitely make it to Alex's 2nd birthday party!

Our next agenda would be White Water Rafting! It was scheduled on Thursday but since the plane couldn't land, we moved it to Friday instead. I was having second thoughts if we would push through with it though because the weather was still bad. The guide then explained that the weather is perfect for rafting! Not to mention that it would be more challenging for us too!

You see, I've been going to and from Cagayan De Oro for several years now but I haven't tried rafting until this day. Hubby was so excited!

Getting ready to raft!







During summer it would be completely different. It would be too hot and the flow of the river is slower. So we were lucky that the weather cooperated with us. :) Here are more photos before and during our adventure!






That's me at the back! LOL!




Our Graduation Jump



After 3 hours of rafting (take note: everybody was required to row the raft especially during the rapids!) we were so tired but happy of course! It was one adventure we would never forget. Hubby and my sister even wanted to try the "advance" course but we didn't have time anymore. Hopefully next time when we fly back to CDO again. :)

To know more about CDO's White Water Rafting, check out their website.

After another adventurous yet successful travel to Mindanao I'm now planning again for our next travel. :) I used to have a goal that we will travel to one city in the Philippines and 1 out of town country every year. But I realized from last year's travels that it was budget consuming! So now, I don't know if we will still be able to accomplish that plan.

The United States is a nice place to go to especially that my Mom's petition is going to be granted this year. I even want to go to Florida and visit Disney World. Orlando Hotels are available anyway so we won't have problems with the accommodations. They have easy-to-use features and travel guides that would make our next Orlando trip a breeze! Oh, I can't wait for that! All I need is a visa.

As I've posted yesterday, we had a very adventurous trip! Our flight to Cagayan De Oro (CDO)was at 8:10 AM. We were early actually and we were (I think) 15 minutes early to the scheduled arrival time. But when we got to CDO airport it was so cloudy and windy. The pilot tried two attempts to land the plane but it was unsuccessful. The first attempt was so scary, the plane almost touched the ground then he realized that he will go overboard (since the runaway of CDO airport was so short, he suddenly realized that he was in the middle of it already), he then made the plane go up again which was a very scary experience. We were praying the whole time! He did another attempt but it was too cloudy that he decided to re-route the plane to Mactan, Cebu.

We waited in Mactan for several hours until we decided to go down and take the boat instead. Because the pilot said that he will try another attempt but doesn't really guarantee that he could land. And if not, they will go back to Manila. So this means, re-booking our flight which means we will be chance passengers and if we won't be able to take some flights we won't make it to Alex's birthday on Sunday!

It was a difficult decision because I know that MIL is not fond of boats. (Oh by the way, we were 7 plus 1 (Alex) so it was really hard to make a decision.) Boat is another alternative which is safer because there was no storm that time but only strong winds which is why the plane couldn't land.

Anyway, after waiting for so looong (the crew got our baggages from the plane after 1 to 2 hours! we had 15 baggages!) we were able to deplane only to realize that it was raining so hard! Good thing they had umbrellas but the plane "parked" very far from the terminal so we had to walk! I thought that Alex wouldn't like what was happening (it's not that she could understand it...) but she was having a time of her life! :)

We immediately went to the Cebu Port to purchase our boat tickets. Then we left our 15 baggages there so we could go visit Cebu City for awhile. Actually we just went to SM Cebu and stayed in Starbucks to rest. :D My Mom, Hubby, and Alex went to Sto. Nino Church to visit. Check out Hubby's photos of the Church...

Lola and Alex visiting Sto. Nino



At around 5PM we met again to have dinner and decided to have it at Gerry's grill. We were too tired to check out some other restaurants so we opted to somewhere familiar. Since my brother from Macau was with us, we ordered some food that he missed a lot like sisig, squid, pinakbet, and pancit canton. We had a great time eating there and were now finally relaxed after what we've been through in the morning.


Lolo and Alex


My sister and Mom



After dinner we then went to Cebu Port again and went to the boat. The trip was from 8:10PM up to 5:30AM the next day. At first it was a breeze but there were times that the waves were too big that I could hear the sound of it bumping the bottom of the boat. I thought there was a storm coming but my Mom said that it was usually the place where it's really wavy. Oh well, at least we finally got to CDO safe and sound. Alex slept soundly during the trip and I just realized that it was actually her first time to ride a boat! and I'm glad that she enjoyed it. :)

Coming up next, our second day in Cagayan De Oro. (*wink*)

While we were traveling I completely forgot to get some travel insurance for us. That's why when I knew that our plane isn't going to land on our destination, I was praying that the weather would cooperate while we look for another alternative. individual health insurance would be a must when traveling. Not only you will feel assured that you are in good hands but also hospital expenses won't be a problem too.

When I was back in my hometown I realized that cars were a necessity because houses were too far away from each other. Like for example my Dad's house which is located in the middle of the farm, if he needs to buy some stuff downtown he would definitely need a car.

But the thing is, cars were over used there because almost all the roads were rough and bumpy especially during the rainy season. Unlike the cars in midwest auto recycling wherein cars are good as new. They actually specialized in used engines and transmissions and has one of the strongest warranty nation wide. If I were to buy used cars and live in the United States, I would consider them definitely.

Hello, hello everyone! I'm finally back home and to the blogging world. After a very adventurous trip (read: plane didn't land because of weather conditions that we ended up landing in Mactan!) we were all so tired (but happy!). I have so many stories to tell and photos to share but please give me time to upload everything and unpack too. Alex had a wonderful party in my hometown too! The kids loved it. Will definitely post about it soon. Now that I'm home I will have to deal with weight loss because after eating a looooot there (we had parties everyday since Friday to Sunday) I have definitely gained weight! Anyway, have a great week everyone! Thanks for dropping by! I promise to be back with stories and photos and will visit your homes too! (*wink*)

Yes, you read it right she is turning two in a few days! I just can't believe it! I felt like I just posted her 1st birthday supplier ratings and here I am preparing another party for her (And getting stressed out because we still need to do more and so little time!). Where did all those days go? What happened to that one year? I felt like it just flew by and here she is, already a toddler!

Anyway, I guess I won't be able to stop the time. She is now officially a toddler and my baby has REALLY grown up and by next year she will be a PRE-SCHOOLER. Oh, I don't want to think about that yet (read: tuition, selecting school, progressive? traditional?)! Naaaah, I still have a year for that I guess. :)

Again I will be very busy for the coming days. But I will definitely be back with a lot of stories! (*wink*) So, for the mean time, I would just like to post some photos during Alex's first birthday (Hawaiian) party.

Have a great week everyone!