Throwback Thursday : Cousins




This is not an old picture...this is ancient! I am the one in the middle wearing the white dress. We are a t a birthday celebration of one of our cousin. Starting today, every Thursday, I will try to post old pictures that have sentimental value for me. Like this one. I miss the carefree days of being a child. The games we played and the fun we had during those times. We are a big family and I have almost fifty (50) cousins, on my father's side only. And I love them all. 




I Am A Snapdragon!

I tried the quiz 'What Kind of Flower Are You?' from This Garden Is Illegal blog. And according to the result...I am a Snapdragon!


I don't know what a Snapdragon is and I never seen one before. But according to Google, Snapdragon got its name from the fact that you can gently squeeze the sides of this intricately shaped flower and see the jaws of the dragon head snap closed. And it has gorgeous color variations, too. 

Yeah, I guess I am Snapdragon. Don't rub me in the wrong places or you will see the jaws of a dragon. And with my mood swings, it represents different mood colors. Plus, I am born under the Earth Dragon sign. 



Welcome 2014!!!




New Year comes to give us a fresh hope, 
For a better future and success 
New Year gives us dream for that 
We will face challenges with confidence 
On this New Year...May your dreams and hopes 
Succeed with the blessings of God 
Happy New Year and Seasons Greetings!!!

Friday Quotes: Normality













Sad But True




Friday Quotes













Dead Line


This is my baby's baby. My daughter's first major project under her Journalism course. It is still a work in progress but one glance at the film's poster I know this is going to be great. The script was done and they are now shooting for the scenes. I know how much my daughter gave her all for this project. Pinagpupuyatan nya to no! And no mother could be anymore prouder than I am. 



Blue Monday: Robinson Fit and Fun Wellness Buddy Run

Smiling Sally


It's been a month since I last run....and I am missing it. This is why I don't like rainy season, I don't get to go out much....sigh! So for Blue Monday I feature photos from the last fun run I attended. It's the Robinson's Fit and Fun Wellness Buddy Run held last August 10 at Bonifacio Global City. It's a buddy run, meaning you and your partner need to run the length of the race together. I have with me my good friend Tinay.


It's a rainy 5K run. But we don't mind the rain (or our shoes becoming heavy because it's wet). We had fun talking about everything, taking every photo opportunity we have and making fun of ourselves whenever we stop and walk instead. We finished at 51 minutes mark. Well, that is my time. My buddy can do it a lot better but she adjusted for me since I'm a slowpoke.

1K more

This is the most fun run I ever attended. Not just because you get to run with a friend, the event was well organized. And there are dozens of booths that's giving away free foods and stuff. From hotdogs, ham, sandwiches and oat meals to ice cream and fruits. There are different kinds of drinks too. From milk, chocolate drinks and fruit juices to different types of energy drinks. I'm sorry there's no pictures of the food. Too busy eating.

behind the crowd are the booths

the stage where they announced the winners

I had a photo op with our local celebrity Kuya Kim.


And you know what's the best part of this event? The loots! They gave away a bag-full of groceries. 

here are the contents of my lootbag

and I have an extra gift from Adidas

I really miss running. Hope that I find time soon to run again.



Blue Monday: Maxima Aqua Fun

Smiling Sally
Blue is the color associated with water and last June we, my husband, my super friends and I, had a splashing fun at Maxima Aqua Fun located at Ma-a, Davao City. 

entrance to the resort
The resort is a cliff. And with the absence of a sandy beach, the resort still boast of a fun-filled, adventurous activities. With an entrance fee of P200.00 you can enjoy diving and swimming at the ocean, the canopy walk (open on weekends only) and unlimited use of the giant slide.

dinah and the steep descent to the activity area
backdrop of different activities at Maxima
This is the giant tarpaulin slide extending 40 feet long. I was very nervous to try this but this is what we came for. My husband was the most hesitant among us. He said it is not the slide, it's the 'death-defying water drop'. But everyone tried the slide twice. It was a scream-all-you-want-heart-stopping 10 seconds of my life. The key is to relax and enjoy the moment. 


And here I go...



After the exciting slide it's time for more jump shots...




It's more fun in Davao!






Friday Quotes: Of Sons and Daughters





Blue Monday: Birthday Giveaways

Smiling Sally

These are photos from my niece's first birthday last June 1. It was a fun party and everybody had a good time. Especially the celebrant who enjoyed dancing with the party mascot.


Here are her parents wishing her good health.


I love the tarpaulin and the table arrangement for the party giveaways.


But my daughter was not pleased with what she got. Well, it's for the kids only. I have no idea who gave her that. She later gave hers to our neighbor's kid.





Friday Quotes: Uphill




Something to ponder on our coming mountain hike this June 16.....







Blue Monday: In The Dark

Smiling Sally

It's one of those nights when we experience a power interruption. Our street frequently suffer from power black out due to overloading because of 'jumpers'. To explain simply, 'jumpers' are hackers of electricity. But my nephew and my niece are oblivious about the power black out. They are enjoying themselves watching something from a Samsung tablet. They look very cute and innocent. 


Friday Quotes: Planning To Be Productive




Blue Monday: QC Fun Run

Smiling Sally

This is my first post for Blue Monday. I just love the color blue. Here I am wearing my finisher medal from last Sunday's fun run at QC Circle. I clocked in at 55 minutes for 6K category.


 I am with my friends and my husband. When you're with the people you love, everything is fun!




Friday Quotes: Life



Life

Life is full of surprises and shocks
while we are planning and deciding 
our next move, 
our course of action
It moves in opposite direction,
without warning
while we spend a lifetime, 
thinking and planning
about our future, 
our loved ones
It takes a step further beyond our thinking
everything about life is always uncertain
the only thing constant thing about it is 
it is always moving
so keep moving, 
keep smiling always

~ Anjali

Friday Quotes: Of Being Older