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Our Simple Mother’s Day Celebration

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Mother's Day, occasions, family time, weekendsWe had the simplest Mother’s Day celebration this year. I woke up to my little man’s kisses + hugs as usual which are my favorite little-everyday blessings. I was busy even on a Sunday finishing some pressing deadlines but I finished work just in time for us to prepare to visit my Mama at the memorial park. It has been sometime since we last visited so we made it a point to go there very early this time. I also brought the citronella candles I bought a couple of weeks back. We planned to buy a couple of flowering plants on pots to place on our parents’ graves but we did not find the time to do so. Hopefully we will get to visit a local nursery and get some plants real soon. I know both my parents will love them as they are both fond of plants and flowers and they were both greenthumbs, too!

Even when we did not talk about it, I saw my sisters and brother at the memorial when we arrived. It was only Ken who was missing that day since he had to be somewhere else at the time. My nephew was also visiting with his parents and its nice so Jared can be with his kuya and he can have someone to play with while we were there.

We then proceeded to the local Waltermart branch nearby. The little man had been cooped up at home for a considerable number of days and I know he could use the trip to the mall. Plus, I also need to pay a couple of bills, too, and accomplish some errands. After having an early dinner at Chowking, we went on to pay some bills. Afterwards, we made a beeline for the Booksale branch and grabbed a couple of Rise of the Guardians book for Jared, as well as this flashcard set, which he can use when he practices counting number at home.

We also made a quick trip to the little man’s favorite part of the mall. But since he’s just played in the arcade a few days back, I only let him ride this one particularly car which happens to be his favorite! My sister Bel took the photo while I sit beside the little man in this Bumblebee car.

We also chanced upon my brother and my nephew at the mall who happened to go there to find a Mother’s Day present for my brother’s mother-in-law, am not sure what they got for Nanay that day but I hope she liked it!

We went home immediately after a quick trip to the supermarket to get some stuff. It was one particularly hot day but being out sure is a welcome change and we savored every minute of it.

I hope you had an equally interesting day and Happy Mother’s Day to us all!  :heart:

image is from https://www.mothersday2014gifts.com

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The “Innocence in Time” Book Launch + Signing

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We have just recently celebrated the International Children’s Book Day on 02 April and what better way to introduce books and the love of reading to our youngsters than by joining the Innocence in Time Book Launching & Signing. Nothing will pique our little ones’ interest than meeting a book author up-close and personal.

Happening on 13 April, 2014 {Sunday} at 4pm, at the Health Hub Activity Area of SM Center Pasig, this event is a perfect opportunity for old and new readers of this book to meet up with author, Chai C. Galapon, and have their copies signed. To make the event all the more exciting, raffle prizes from sponsors Philips Avent, Dippin Dots, D’ InPLAYtables, Pink Parlour, CD-R King, Pazzo Rollio, Sweet Life Coffee, Claytoons Polymer Clay, Manulife, Walter Bread, Krispy Kreme, Adflix Manila and Books on Demad, will be up for grabs for guests and book owners. Do not forget to get your own copies before checking out the Book Launch and Signing so you will be eligible to join the Raffle.

For those who have yet to get a copy, check here to order: https://iamchaicgalapon.infinite.ly/products/innocence-in-time.

To know more about the Innocence in Time book and details on the book launch, do not forget to visit and like the Innocence in Time Facebook Page.

See you at the book launching mums + tots!  :heart:

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Be Part of The Baby & Family Expo Philippines 2013

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Here is one Expo mums wouldn’t want to miss. This event is a gathering of many trusted and interesting names in different industries that share the same passion for babies and families. If you do not have plans for the weekend yet, you might as well check out the Baby & Family Expo Philippines 2013 happening this weekend, 06-08 December at the SMX Convention Center, in Mall Of Asia. Read more about this exciting event in this press release:

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The biggest family event of the year Baby & Family Expo Philippines 2013 presents Family Fashion Weekend featuring apparels from country’s finest brands – Cotton On Kids, Petit Bateau, Mothercare Philippines and F&X Philippines, happening on Saturday December 07, at Hall 1, SMX Convention Center Manila, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

This parent and child tandem fashion show will feature the weekly finalists of the #BibongBaby contest, an online photo and video contest of the Baby & Family Expo 2013. The collection will showcase holiday children’s wear in a tropical country. From blue to orange hues, the outfits will depict the expo’s lively theme.

Cotton On Kids collection will bring the spirit, edginess and fashionability of its parent brand, Cotton On, world renowned Australian brand, Cotton On, which opened stores in the Philippines a year ago. Its range of children’s apparel and accessories offers the latest styles that allow even the littlest personalities to shine through.

Another runaway collection will be all the way from France. Petit Bateau will stage fashionable yet comfortable casual wardrobe for kids. The French label began as an innovator in kid’s underwear in 1893 and has been committed to bringing comfort, freedom of movement, and the softest fabrics to kids, and even to adults.

Aside from baby essentials like feeding, bathing, travel equipment and toys, Mothercare Philippines has a collection of fabulous children’s clothing, which will be featured at the fashion show.  For expectant mothers, they also have maternity clothing to make they stay fashionable.

F&X Philippines will offer not just stylish children’s wear but also comfortable and versatile outfits. The collection emanates coolness and fun, giving the kids confidence and bringing out one’s individuality.

The Family Fashion Weekend is part of the three-day fun-filled event from December 06-08, 2013 organized by MediaCom Solutions Inc. and co-presented by Cordlife Philippines, the leading cord blood and tissue banking service provider in the country. The Baby & Family Expo Philippines dubbed as “Welcoming Life, Love and Care”, is dedicated to nurture family development and child care. It covers the stages of family growth from pregnancy, maternity, newborns, toddlers and early childhood. The event will also feature educational talks and seminars, exciting activities like Family Olympics and Family Fashion Weekend and exclusive discounts from over 200 exhibitors.

The family expo will also feature inspirational talks by celebrity parents like Azkals coach Michael Weiss as he talks about ‘Coaching the Azkals and Coaching Your Kids’, host, author and Mercato founder RJ Ledesma will also share tips on Daddy 101. On The Money host and The Master’s Academy president, Edric Mendoza will also talk about Homeschooling while dancing diva Regine Tolentino and Bb. Pilipinas- Universe title holder and actress Nina Ricci Alagao-Flores will share their memorable experiences in Parenting 101. MTRCB Chairman Atty. Eugenio Villareal and actress, host and co-producer of MOMents and MTRCB Board Member Gladys Reyes- Sommereux will tackle about ‘Child Friendly Content and Parental Guidance on Responsible Media Consumption.’ Moonstar88 vocalist, Acel van Ommen and Starstruck avenger Jade Lopez will also give a talk on Right Start’s advocacy.

Here is the list of schedule for the 3-day Expo: 

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