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Baking 101 with my daughters

I almost bake every night. And my girls have already gotten used to seeing me in the kitchen
with what they call "my stuff". My girls, specially missy, usually goes to me and asks me tons
of questions when i do "my stuff". Questions like "what are you baking today mommy?",
or "what is that?" and "what does it do?" (while pointing to an ingredient i've just
added on my mixing bowl) are just some of her common repeating questions.

Now, once missy sees me do "my stuff" she always tells me that she wants to help.
It's fun coz i feel like im starting to breed a future pastry chef here. lol.

Oh well, here are some pictures of me and my girls..on the kitchen..doing "my stuff". :)

mommy pouring milk while missy stir the egg yolks

missy explaining to me what she's doing:)

here's cj as she gets excited to see her sister use "my stuff" :)

cj as she tries stirring the ingredients

Cheers!

My Baby Models :)

One of the activities I did with my girls last weekend was to take pictures of them while they model some of their hand me down dresses from their ate Asia. thank God I don't need to think about buying them new dresses for a little while :)

Here are the edited version of their shots:

ate Missy in a rose garden painting

Cj having fun on her imaginary garden (described by ate Missy when i showed this to her)

And their raw pictures:

You can view more of their shots on our fb page :)

Cheers!

A Review on Our Purchased Deal/Groupon Vouchers

Just want to share my review from the deals that we've consumed so far. Hope this helps you in deciding where you want to put some of your extra money. :)

Cash Cash Pinoy
1. 50% Off! P200 For P400 Worth of Delicious Food and Drinks at Gino's Brick Oven Pizza!!
Comments : I the found the pizza quite small for my craving appetite.. The Bianca Verde was definitely delicious though. We also ordered some donuts from Cello's (Gino's wife) and i sooo enjoyed all the flavors. I specially like the Choco Oreo and Cheese :) Rating (5 being the highest) : 3

My picture was not that good so I borrowed this one from The Tangled Web

3. 77% OFF! Only P350 for a Haircut at the Manila's premiere luxury Philippe's Salon in Sofitel Plaza Hotel!! - scheduled next month

4. Only P500 for Balinese Coffee Scrub + manicure, pedicure and Luxury Foot Treatment at Islands Massage! (instead of P1350)
Comments : I was not able to bring my camera when we went here. The place was okay but I did not expect it to be that small. The lobby/reception area is where they do the foot treatment, manicure, and pedicure. The one who handled my foot treatment was good. But the pedicurist left the right thumb on my foot swollen for days:( If I could suggest, it would be nice to have a television or magazine on their lobby/reception area. Rating (5 being the highest) : 2.5

5. Only P300 for ANY eXtra-Large Pizza plus 4 Iced tea at Sicilian Express!
Comments : We've bought several times from Sicilian Express. So when I came across this deal, I did not hesitate to grab one :) I looove their pizzas! My recos : - White Pizza, Cheese Margherita, Pizza Cinque Formaggi Rating (5 being the highest ) : 5+++

Ensogo
1.Only P299 for Teeth-Cleaning Service at K Dental Studio, Ortigas, Pasig (value at P600) - Comments : scheduled next month

Ebay Kuponan
1. 50% OFF on Assorted Petite Cream Puff Box (14pcs), Valued @ P 280
Comments : still awaiting my voucher. Should be on my email by tomorrow :)

Metro Deal
1. P250 instead of P500 for an All-Day Pass to Spash Island, the Ultimate Water Adventure Fun Park in the Philippines - Save 50%
Comments : We got 12 vouchers last March. It was the best! We've been at this place last year. They were able to perk up this place in just a small span of time. New twists added were the following : a. Their wave pool already has floating boats which you can use when the wave is not turned on. b. They have rock climbing and zipline near the Harbour area c. The entire place is tiki theme inspired - I'm not a big fan of this tiki idea though. I mean, were not in Hawaii right?? Rating (5 being the highest) : 5+++

2. P345 instead of P1150 for a heavenly Shui Hilot Triple 90 Min. Combo Massage & Foot Treatment at Shui Hilot Healing Spa
Comments : scheduled for next week. I got this deal from my aunt and mom but both have no time to relax. So I and my hubby are consuming this deal instead. I believe we do really need one once in a while.

Cheers and more deals to consume! lol

Me at 30

I'm officially 30 and at the same time celebrating my 5th wedding togetherness and happiness with my sweetie! A lot of things to thank God but not enough time to blog it all since I still got lots of brownies, cookies, and cakes to bake this evening.:) But some important highlights / blessings I would say would be the following:

I have 2 beautiful, sweet, and caring daughters
The business we started 3 years ago is continuously growing
My pagibig housing loan application has already been approved as of yesterday
My job is doing great. just recently earned another certification last month (http://www.prlog.org/11414205-misnet-consultants-gets-talend-certification.html)
I recently finished paying one of my bank loan and by next month will be finishing another one:) One more left and we'll finally be debt free! weeee..
We've already started investing on mutual funds since last year
I have a loving, caring, and hardworking husband who's always been there to support me.

I know all these happened because God loves me so much and I know he will always be my provider. Of course life sometimes has its ups and downs but everything will always turn out great in the end because God is there and will always be there for us no matter what. :) So thank you Lord for my 30 years of existence and am excited to see what more plans you have for me in the next 30 or more years.:)

Praise God!

Part 3: Missy and CJ's Rockstar Princess themed Birthday Party

The final backdrop layout. I so love it!

This is the last series of my post re: our party preparation for our two daughter's coming Rockstar Princess themed party.

It's exactly a month and a day more to go before our girls' big day! Honestly, am sooo excited!

Here's my updated check list..
1. Balance for the side entertainment, host magician , and photographer are already ready (thanks to ninang robe, ninong leo, and ninang lourdes for the extra help este gift:) )

2. The cupcake boxes for the favors are already bought and almost ready. Cupcake na lang and kulang!

3. Missy and Cj's outfits have already been bought last weekend. Shoes to follow this coming weekend. We got it from SM Megamall. Daddy chose the items and his fashion statement.. Simple Pero Rock. The tutus I made are big no no daw sabi ni daddy.. lol :)

4. Backdrop and welcome tarps have already been printed.

5. AVP is already done. Thanks to tito dop for the help (eto na ba ang gift?hehehe)

6. Styro guitars for the table centerpiece are ready for painting

7. Taste test done last week. My favorite was the pork, veg, dessert, and chicken=)

Hmm... So with these, my final to-do's would only be the following:

1. Remind the caterer a week before the party that:
- we need 7 more tables for the dessert bar, cupcake tower, cake, gifts, prizes, lootbags, and registration area
- we need to use their overhead screen projector for the AVP
- remove the free floral table centerpiece (as advised by Party Boosters) and instead add floral decoration on the dessert bar, cupcake tower, and cake tables (is this too much to ask na ba??hahaha)

2. Buy nuts and chips for pica-pica (to be served by service crews)

3. Buy litro pack iced teas for extra drinks since the caterer's package only includes one serving of iced tea. The iced tea will be made and served by the service crews. Cool huh?

4. Buy edible treats as addition to the kid's loot bags

5. Buy stuff for Pabitin game

6.Go to Rustan's, Toy's R Us, Toy Kingdom, and SM Baby Co. to have our kids registered for their wishlist so guests who plan to come won't have a hard time guessing what gift they want to buy.. Thanks in advance na rin!=) . This is done!

A week before..

6. Remind our online buddies about the party. Also, distribute the invitation to those guest without facebook account. Now I see how important it is to have an fb account, lesser expenses on the invite! lol

7. Look for a friend who can lend me her curling iron for my girls. Anyone..??

A day before..

7. Remind the suppliers about the party

8. Bake dessert treats, cupcakes,and cake (so dami ng DIY ni mommy. Buti na lang supportive si daddy sa pagbili ng mga needed ingredients and materials and matyaga si yaya magligpit ng mess.lol)

Oh gosh.. how come it looks like I still need to do a lot!?!?

Happy Easter!=)

Finally done doing church visits "bisita iglesia" today. We were supposed to do this yesterday but was terribly not in a good condition(until today actually) due to colds, body aches, and minor coughs.. Anyway, church visits on holy week is like my hubby's (and his family's) yearly holy week religious tradition (or culture?). I and hubby do not have the same religion and we do respect our religion differences. So long as we're both christians and are believing in the same God.=) But I do so much appreciate this panata they do. It's like sacrificing a little.. being one with Jesus's sacrifice and sufferings for us.. a way to reminisce and thank the Lord for redeeming us from our sins and giving us the greatest gift of salvation.

Going back, we went to these parish churches yesterday and today( in order of visit).
Yesterday:
1. Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene (Quiapo Church), Manila

Today
2. Sanctuario de San Antonio Parish, McKinley Rd. Makati City
3. Our Lady of Loreto Parish Church, Manila
4. St. Anthony Parish Church, Manila
5. Basilica de San Sebastian, Manila
6. Shrine of Jesus Paris, Manila
7. Our Lady of Monserrat (San Beda Church), Manila
8. St. Jude Church, Manila
9. Santisimo Rosario Parish (UST), Manila
10.Sto. Domingo Church, Quezon City
11. Holy Family Parish, Quezon City
12. Christ the King Church, Quezon City
13. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Shrine, Quezon City
14. Shrine of Mary, Queen of Peace (Edsa Shrine), Quezon City

Now looking forward to Easter Sunday! ;-) Thank you Lord!

Enchanted Kingdom @ Sta Rosa Laguna

Just sharing some pictures taken yesterday at Enchanted Kingdom=) It was sooooooo fun!

This is what you'll see after the opening show. The Enchated Kingdom mascot and a lady wearing a nice English inspired gown.

Riding on the Grand Carousel

An immitation of

An imitation of a dinosaur at the Boulderville

Bump car ride at the Dodgem Midway Boardwalk

Taken behind the Widway Boardwalk

I got really scared just thinking about how it would feel to ride on this one. But it was the best! Buti napilitan din akong sumakay.hahaha

Ok na sana tong picture kaso my girls were mesmerized by the grand carousel..

Planning for Missy and CJ's Rockstar Princess 4th and 3rd birthday Party!

We are so excited to plan for Missy and CJ's coming birthday party this year! Our girls' birthday months are close to each other, that's why we've decided to hold one birthday party for the two. And since we are a party supplier and we've been to countless number of parties, it has become easy for us to identify what we want for our party, what we need for our party, and where we want to get it.

And so as early as now, we have already booked some of our major suppliers!lol Below is our list of suppliers, their contact details, and why we decided to get them.

1. Venue : Shakey's El Pueblo
Status : Booked
Location : El Pueblo Complex, Julia Vargas Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig
Contact No: 634-4871
Why we want them :
- The location is between the north and south areas of Metro Manila therefore it's the best place for all our guests. Also, the party venue's area is just fitting for our number of guests.
- We love pizza!
- Rates are affordable
- You can choose a cupcake tower instead of a birthday cake (inclusive of the package)
- You can do a full refund of your payment at least 5 days before the event date

2. Themed birthday cakes (for Missy and CJ) and cupcakes as party favors : My Chocolate Heaven
Status : Booked (siyempre!)
Contact No: (02) 216-5323 / 09178007215
Why we want them :
- It's our business and am so excited to bake for my family and friends=)
- My cake and cupcake toppers will all be guitar and crown shaped!

3. Venue Dress-up(balloons and drapery swags) and Balloon burst : Party Boosters c/o Jacque
Status : Booked
Contact No: 09178985227
Why we want them :
- Jacque is a fellow n@wie, a good friend, and she's very easy to deal with
- I love how they make the party venue look so wonderful
- They use high quality balloons that's why their balloons look so beautiful till the party ends.

4. Photographer : Mediamonsters Productions c/o Liza
Status : Booked
Contact No : 5159017/09175560417
Why we want them :
- The pictures shown on their site captures special moments of the celebrant, as well as the guests
- Liza is easy to talk to and their rates are also affordable

5. Side Entertainment (Hair Salon/Glitter Tatoo) : Arts n Faces c/o Liby
Status : Pencil Booked
Contact No. :09081101130
Why we want them :
- We want all our guests to enjoy the party theme and so we thought this side entertainment might add up to our guests party look=)

6. Dessert (Chocolate Fountain, Cookies, Tarts, Mini Donuts) : My Chocolate Heaven
Status : Booked
Why we want them :
- All our family parties can never go away without our dessert treats of course!

7. Party Clothes (Personalized shirts) : still searching..
- I'd like me and my sweetie to wear shirts with the statement Rockstar King(with guitar shadow design) and Rockstar Queen(with a crown design). For our girls, I want them to have a Rockstar Princess (with guitar and crown design) prints on their shirts or onesies? . Do I have to make the layout for this or do Personalized Shirt suppliers do the layout free of charge? This I still need to find out..

Others :
My DIY's : Personalized backdrop, invites, VIP name tags, themed plush toy pillows (guitar and crown shaped), Pinata, and the guest lists!

Here's my first draft of the party's backdrop tarpuline. I'll be adding Missy and Cj's picture at the middle portion. Hope I could have my girls' pictures taken again at BUB in this theme. I need hubby's approval on this though.. lol!