Halloween 2013.

Once again we gathered for another fun-filled occasion-- to get together, celebrate birthdays for the month and Halloween, as well. With a few responsibles planning and organizing, What else could go wrong?

People from different cultures, beliefs and walks in life may have varied views on Halloween.  Some folks from religious sects remain conservative and continues to claim of Halloween as satanic.

It is NOT our purpose to celebrate the dark side nor embrace satanism.

Morning Walk At The Park.

I may have missed last week's fun run but I am getting ready for the next one. I felt I was not ready yet having missed out on my usual day-to-day date with T.J. Storm (Cardio Kungfu), Shaun T (Hip-hop Abs Workout) and the twice a week Zumba sessions at the mall.

With my friends in the 5K run, it would be so embarassing if I fail their expectations.

So, I have resolved to bring physical fitness back into my life!

In days I couldn't go out even for a walk because of bad weather, or simply because there's no one else to watch for baby yo, then I find myself choosing from my variety of dance workout DVDs.

Thanks a lot to technology!

Even a visit to my father's grave makes me feel like taking a walk or do a light run in the vast memorial park.

And finding wonderful friends with same interests is an added bonus.

Whenever a digi-cam is ready, along comes a photo shoot!  :)

World Sight Day 2013.

It's the day to #beshady! Wear your shades indoors to support World Sight Day today.

http://www.toms.com/m/world-sight-day/l

PINK FOR OCTOBER

Being Breast Cancer Awareness month for 2013, some programs are supported by various organizations, government and non-government as well.

Finding people who help fund institutions supporting men and women with breast cancer is remarkable.

Below are some paintings on exhibit at SM-Cagayan de Oro for the benefit of THRIVE CDO BREAST CANCER ADVOCACY GROUP.

BROKEN FEATHERS.

Artist:  Marigold Cherie

EMBRACING HOPE

Artist:  Pinkay Balinado

SELF-CARE

Artist: Kristie Sabanpan-Butron

STAGES

Artist:  Pinkay Balinado

SUN OF HOPE

Artist:  Kristie Sabanpan-Butron

The Fall.

I did had time with friends and joined a despedida dinner at TGI Fridays. But it gave me something to remember.

A SORED KNEE. 

Actually both knees feels terrible even when I'm seated like this. Perhaps, the fact that I am left-handed,  it's my left knee that did most in saving my whole weight. 

Imagine me, trying to finish a drink--I had to do it straight as hubby had a series of calls already, waiting for me in a bookstore in the same mall. Alright, I had said my goodbyes to almost everyone when I reached the uneven flooring near the door that I lost my balance. It was something I never expected. Although I managed to immediately get-up and leave the restaurant, it was only when I was far enough for them to see was I able to run my hands on my aching knees.

Ouch, ouch...OUCH!

Baby Yo at 41 months

Behold, children are a gift of the Lord, The fruit of the womb is a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are the children of one's youth. How blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them; They will not be ashamed when they speak with their enemies at the gate. Ps 127:3-5 

I consider him as God's gift to us. Watching him grow up into what he is today brings me so much joy.

Thank you Baby Yo for teaching everyone in the family how to give more love. The value of self-sacrifice, discipline, self-control, gentleness and patience.

And for every little learning we both have as days go by.

I love you.

The Mall Show.

Upon learning son will be performing with his school choir in the same mall me, dad and baby yo were in that late afternoon, I took the chance to take a glimpse while they were at the kiddie fun house. As estimated, little bundle of joy's playtime will be due in 30-45 minutes--with only one (1) watcher allowed inside the playhouse, the idea of wanting to peep through at the Activity Center became increasingly inviting.

With hubby's permission, I almost run to get there.

Uh, oh! Looks like the show has already started and they (group in black) were singing as some local performers were on stage. And--oh, dear! I would get a blur if I zoom my little cam.

It was when a group of guys took center stage and later individually came forward to the microphone to introduce themselves that I looked up at the purple logo on the upper left side and realized it was a male pageant.

Pardon me but I couldn't exactly recall this portion. They incorporated a little humor when they danced, took off their shirts and ramped. Hmm.. this must be the sports attire portion. lol!

Seriously, they came back in their formal wear. There was a moment of silence as their designers stood nervously anticipating to win as their bets wore their creations. Delivering her spiel, in her bare back awesome gown is Miss Cagayan 2012.

Then it was son's group singing once again. And still I couldn't find the best spot for their shots. But then, I couldn't just give up. So, here goes!

If only he would turn around in my direction. Just like the girl in front him.

Finally, he did look my way. And I was so unprepared this resulted. 

Ha ha.. and time constraint made me go leave the show unfinished. Oh, dear!