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Showing posts with label birthday. Show all posts
COVID-19 Chronicles: My Birthday at home
Celebrating the Kids' Birthdays with Sofia's Custom Cakes
2021 March
Though we do celebrate birthdays, we don't always go overboard. We just eat good food or maybe at the most, go out of town. With this pandemic, we have been on lockdown for a year and the kids are basically prisoners at home, it's imperative that we have some sort of birthday celebration just to keep their spirits up. So, here we have Dylan's Jurassic Park cake from Sofia's Custom Cakes. Covid-19 Chronicles: Start of 2020-2021 classes for Dylan & Other happenings
2020 October to November
- Start of Dylan's Online Classes
- My Birthday
- Dana's 1Q Online Exams
These may seem trivial but in this new world where Covid-19 rules, these are all milestones of the New Normal. This is how we cope with being indoors and managing to stay sane despite it
My Birthday Celebration with Family at Samgyeop Masarap, SM San Lazaro
14 October 2019
Here we are at Samgyeop Masarap in SM San Lazaro to partake of their delicious all-you-can-eat samgyeopsal (samgyupsal) or Korean grilled pork belly.
Needless to say, our own bellies were full at the end of the meal :)
Celebrating Dylan's birthday in school
18 March 2019
You know how they say that your children's teachers are their 2nd parents? It's true in Dylan's case.
They prepared these decorations for him despite the hectic schedule that everyone was in because the school decided to advance their Recognition Day and there was hardly any time for detailed preparations.
So, Dylan, Happy Birthday and you're so lucky to have Teachers like T. Ressie, T. Joyce and T. Sitti who have taken care of you this year :)
You know how they say that your children's teachers are their 2nd parents? It's true in Dylan's case.They prepared these decorations for him despite the hectic schedule that everyone was in because the school decided to advance their Recognition Day and there was hardly any time for detailed preparations.
So, Dylan, Happy Birthday and you're so lucky to have Teachers like T. Ressie, T. Joyce and T. Sitti who have taken care of you this year :)
Sam's 3rd birthday at Kenny Roger's Katipunan
07 April 2018
Today we celebrated Sam's 3rd birthday at Kenny Rogers Katipunan.
Despite just coming home from almost a day's travel from Calayan Island, the Paypon clan saw each other again here and it's like we aren't tired at all. I guess that's what family is all about :)
Happy birthday Sam! Thanks for the invite Sil and Sally! :)
Despite just coming home from almost a day's travel from Calayan Island, the Paypon clan saw each other again here and it's like we aren't tired at all. I guess that's what family is all about :)
Happy birthday Sam! Thanks for the invite Sil and Sally! :)
Dad's 70th birthday celebration at Marlo's Grille
23 March 2018
Today was my Dad's 70th birthday celebration. A milestone event if there ever was one because this party brought our family together again, after a long, long time of being separated. If only Allan were here, we'd have been complete.
A big shout out to Lynne for putting everything together...
Today was my Dad's 70th birthday celebration. A milestone event if there ever was one because this party brought our family together again, after a long, long time of being separated. If only Allan were here, we'd have been complete. A big shout out to Lynne for putting everything together...
Dylan's Birthday in School
16 March 2018
This is actually the first time that Dylan is celebrating his birthday in school. He was really looking forward to it and was actually crossing off dates in the calendar in anticipation.
In the end, it was a busy, tiring day for everyone but despite it, everyone was happy and well-fed :)
In the end, it was a busy, tiring day for everyone but despite it, everyone was happy and well-fed :)
Celebrating Sole's 3rd birthday
27 January 2018
Happy 3rd Birthday Sole!! It was a pleasure to be part of your birthday celebration! I hope you had so much fun as we did and I hope you treasure all these moments growing up :)
Being part of family celebrations like these is truly a blessing and brings joy to life! :)
Happy birthday Sole!! :)
Happy 3rd Birthday Sole!! It was a pleasure to be part of your birthday celebration! I hope you had so much fun as we did and I hope you treasure all these moments growing up :)Being part of family celebrations like these is truly a blessing and brings joy to life! :)
Happy birthday Sole!! :)
The simple joys of Dylan's birthday
18 March 2017
Dylan's birthday came bright and early. We all had a hand in choosing the activities for Dylan's birthday and everyone was just itching to get on with the plans. It was rather hard to narrow down the choices because, after all, we just wanted Dylan to have what he wants but due to time and financial constraints, naturally we had to compromise. The following post tells of what we ended up with.
Dylan's birthday came bright and early. We all had a hand in choosing the activities for Dylan's birthday and everyone was just itching to get on with the plans. It was rather hard to narrow down the choices because, after all, we just wanted Dylan to have what he wants but due to time and financial constraints, naturally we had to compromise. The following post tells of what we ended up with.
Celebrating Dana's birthday at Sambokojin!! :)
03 March 2017
Today, we celebrated Dana's birthday after finishing up with Dylan's doctor's check-up. When asked what she wanted to do for her birthday, there was no hesitation when she responded, "Sambokojin!". I guess, she enjoyed herself so much the last time we were there she wanted to experience it again. So, we all went back, together with Den and Edwin!
It also helped that Sambokojin has a Birthday Treat Promo :)
Today, we celebrated Dana's birthday after finishing up with Dylan's doctor's check-up. When asked what she wanted to do for her birthday, there was no hesitation when she responded, "Sambokojin!". I guess, she enjoyed herself so much the last time we were there she wanted to experience it again. So, we all went back, together with Den and Edwin!It also helped that Sambokojin has a Birthday Treat Promo :)
Manila Ocean Park 2016: The All-Star Bird Show
13 October 2016
After 2 hours and a half of walking around and visiting 5 different attractions at the Manila Ocean Park, and after a 30 minute break, we headed to the All-Star Bird Show around 4:00
PM and was surprised that not many people were watching. I suppose birds aren't as interesting as the Sea Lions :) But, we did enjoy it and had an extra surprise at the end too :)
Catch The All-Star Bird Show: 1:15PM and 4:15PM. It lasts about 20 minutes.
After 2 hours and a half of walking around and visiting 5 different attractions at the Manila Ocean Park, and after a 30 minute break, we headed to the All-Star Bird Show around 4:00PM and was surprised that not many people were watching. I suppose birds aren't as interesting as the Sea Lions :) But, we did enjoy it and had an extra surprise at the end too :)
Catch The All-Star Bird Show: 1:15PM and 4:15PM. It lasts about 20 minutes.
Manila Ocean Park 2016: The Oceanarium
13 October 2016
So, the first attraction that we visited was the Oceanarium. The Oceanarium is one of the world's best public aquariums with over 14,000 marine creatures from the Philippines and South East Asia. It has several sections, including its main attraction - a 25 meter long, 220° curved walkway tunnel - where you can see marine creatures all around you (left, right and above) as you traverse the tunnel.
It opens at 10AM and last entry is at 7:15PM. Because of the size, it may take you an hour or more to fully appreciate everything here.
So, the first attraction that we visited was the Oceanarium. The Oceanarium is one of the world's best public aquariums with over 14,000 marine creatures from the Philippines and South East Asia. It has several sections, including its main attraction - a 25 meter long, 220° curved walkway tunnel - where you can see marine creatures all around you (left, right and above) as you traverse the tunnel.It opens at 10AM and last entry is at 7:15PM. Because of the size, it may take you an hour or more to fully appreciate everything here.
The Manila Ocean Park Chronicles: The Different Attractions for the Sea Breeze Promo Package and other info
13 October 2016
When I learned that Manila Ocean Park recently offered a Birthday Madness promo that entitles the birthday celebrant to free entrance to the park provided he/she comes with 3 paying companions, I immediately went to their website to find out more details. There were two packages available: Sea Breeze Express (P750 for 11 attractions) and "Marine Voyage" (P990 for 13 attractions). Trails to Antarctica - The Penguin Exhibit and the Christmas Village are the only two added attractions for the Marine Voyage package.
We chose the Sea Breeze Express Package and went on my actual birthdate, although according to the rules, I could have gone anytime during my birth month. How I wish I could use the privilege over and over instead of just one time :) hahaha All you have to do is go to the ticket counter and present your valid credentials (I used my birth certificate) and buy your tickets for either package (Sea Breeze or Marine Voyage).
Anyway, here are the attractions that were part of the package:
Anytime Attractions: This means you can go anytime at your discretion. You can do them in any order, but will be limited to one entry per attraction only.
Outdoor Shows: These are live shows that are held outside. They follow a strict schedule although you may choose when to come depending on your time. Although, I suspect that if there are educational field trips scheduled, management tries to encourage you to stick to the schedule that they allot for you. For instance, when we got our list of attractions, they encircled 3PM for the Sea Lion Show, 4:15PM for the All-Star Bird Show and 7:15PM for the Symphony Evening Show. We actually missed the 3PM show and wanted to go into the 5PM show but the line was too long because of the students on a field trip. So we weren't able to see that show.
Given that this was the first time we're going to set foot at the Manila Ocean Park, we really didn't have any idea what to do first or how long it will take for us to fully appreciate each attraction. So, in the next posts, I'll give you an idea of what to see or do in each attraction and how long it took us to go around. Hopefully, you'll get to plan your trip better than we did this first time :)
At the entrance, you'll find this Guide Map and Wrist Band Checker. I suggest you take a picture of the Guide Map so you know where to go. They didn't give us a brochure or a map to help us get around the place. There are signs though, but in our case, where we're planning as we go along, it was kind of hard to plan ahead.
The Wrist Band Checker is there to let you know if you're qualified for that particular attraction. However, the wrist band checkers that we've tried where either broken or offline. They do give you a list of attractions that you're qualified for when you pay for your tickets, so don't lose that.
There's also this huge photo standee where you can take a souvenir photo of your Manila Ocean Park adventure.
Now on to the Oceanarium! :)
When I learned that Manila Ocean Park recently offered a Birthday Madness promo that entitles the birthday celebrant to free entrance to the park provided he/she comes with 3 paying companions, I immediately went to their website to find out more details. There were two packages available: Sea Breeze Express (P750 for 11 attractions) and "Marine Voyage" (P990 for 13 attractions). Trails to Antarctica - The Penguin Exhibit and the Christmas Village are the only two added attractions for the Marine Voyage package.
We chose the Sea Breeze Express Package and went on my actual birthdate, although according to the rules, I could have gone anytime during my birth month. How I wish I could use the privilege over and over instead of just one time :) hahaha All you have to do is go to the ticket counter and present your valid credentials (I used my birth certificate) and buy your tickets for either package (Sea Breeze or Marine Voyage).
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| At the Ticket Booth |
Anytime Attractions: This means you can go anytime at your discretion. You can do them in any order, but will be limited to one entry per attraction only.
- Oceanarium
- Fish Spa
- Jellies Exhibit
- World of Creepy Crawlies
- Birds of Prey Kingdom
- Back of the House
- Shark and Rays Dry Encounter (this was replaced by the Amazing Stories of Yexel's Museum)
Outdoor Shows: These are live shows that are held outside. They follow a strict schedule although you may choose when to come depending on your time. Although, I suspect that if there are educational field trips scheduled, management tries to encourage you to stick to the schedule that they allot for you. For instance, when we got our list of attractions, they encircled 3PM for the Sea Lion Show, 4:15PM for the All-Star Bird Show and 7:15PM for the Symphony Evening Show. We actually missed the 3PM show and wanted to go into the 5PM show but the line was too long because of the students on a field trip. So we weren't able to see that show.
- Sea Lion Show - 11AM, 3 PM, 5 PM
- All Star Bird Show - 1:15 PM, 4:15 PM
- Symphony Evening Show - 6:30PM, 7:15PM
Penguin Talk Show: This is the only indoor show at the moment. Supposedly opens at 10AM and Last Show is at 6:30PM. But there's a note that you have to visit the venue for the actual schedule. We weren't able to go to this one as well. When we got there around 6PM, they said that the show was done.
Given that this was the first time we're going to set foot at the Manila Ocean Park, we really didn't have any idea what to do first or how long it will take for us to fully appreciate each attraction. So, in the next posts, I'll give you an idea of what to see or do in each attraction and how long it took us to go around. Hopefully, you'll get to plan your trip better than we did this first time :)
At the entrance, you'll find this Guide Map and Wrist Band Checker. I suggest you take a picture of the Guide Map so you know where to go. They didn't give us a brochure or a map to help us get around the place. There are signs though, but in our case, where we're planning as we go along, it was kind of hard to plan ahead.
The Wrist Band Checker is there to let you know if you're qualified for that particular attraction. However, the wrist band checkers that we've tried where either broken or offline. They do give you a list of attractions that you're qualified for when you pay for your tickets, so don't lose that.
Now on to the Oceanarium! :)
Events: Luke's 1st birthday
14 May 2016
Another milestone in the Tadeo Family: Luke celebrated his 1st Birthday at Jollibee Pioneer! Yay! Happy birthday Luke and Congrats to Mommy Toni and Daddy Stevie!! :) It's so nice to see everyone again. Thank you for inviting us we had such a great time!! Daming pagkain!! :)
Another milestone in the Tadeo Family: Luke celebrated his 1st Birthday at Jollibee Pioneer! Yay! Happy birthday Luke and Congrats to Mommy Toni and Daddy Stevie!! :) It's so nice to see everyone again. Thank you for inviting us we had such a great time!! Daming pagkain!! :)
Dana's Graduation Day and Dylan's Birthday
18 March 2016
Today marks the end of Dana's elementary school life. I can't believe that time has flown so quickly that Dana is now finished with elementary and will now be embarking on her High School journey. Still, this is a milestone in our family's life and we're just so proud of her for making it this far. Congratulations Dana! :)
On another note, today is also Dylan's birthday so it's a double celebration for our family! :) Happy birthday Dylan!
Today marks the end of Dana's elementary school life. I can't believe that time has flown so quickly that Dana is now finished with elementary and will now be embarking on her High School journey. Still, this is a milestone in our family's life and we're just so proud of her for making it this far. Congratulations Dana! :)On another note, today is also Dylan's birthday so it's a double celebration for our family! :) Happy birthday Dylan!
Patrick's advanced birthday celebration at Buffalo's Wings N' Things
09 February 2016
Last Christmas, I gave Patrick 2 Gift Vouchers worth P500 each for a restaurant we haven't tried - Buffalo's Wings N' Things. We used these coupons to celebrate his birthday and it was timely that today, Dana's school had a scheduled field trip which she didn't attend so she was able to celebrate with us. The GC's were restricted for Monday to Thursday visits only so we couldn't use it on his actual birth date and Patrick will be in Clark during the 11th and 12th so today's timing was perfect.
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| Ready to Eat! |
Celebrating Orvin's birthday
It's the tail end of October and we we had another event to go to. It was Orvin's birthday and he specifically mentioned in his invitation that it will be a videoke party. The kids were so looking forward to it and we made it a point to arrive early.
Events: Hannah's 7th Birthday Party
03 October 2015
Kids grow up so fast and we couldn't believe that Stevie's only daughter, Hannah, is turning 7. When we celebrated the baptism of Luke last July, Toni mentioned Hannah's wishes of having a rockstar-themed birthday party. It looks like her wishes came true! Her party was held at the Loyola Grand Villas Clubhouse and it was really a day to be remembered!
Kids grow up so fast and we couldn't believe that Stevie's only daughter, Hannah, is turning 7. When we celebrated the baptism of Luke last July, Toni mentioned Hannah's wishes of having a rockstar-themed birthday party. It looks like her wishes came true! Her party was held at the Loyola Grand Villas Clubhouse and it was really a day to be remembered!Happy Birthday Dylan!
March 18, 2012
This may sound funny but last week we were at UP for Patrick's photo shoot. When we asked Dylan what he wanted to do for his birthday, he told us he wanted to go biking at UP again. So, the birthday boy got his wish. We went back to UP and took the kids biking again. :D
After a few satisfying runs along the street, everyone was tired and needed a rest. Fortunately, there was a Mamang Sorbetero selling dirty ice cream :) It was such a treat having something so cold and yummy after the bike runs. It also takes Patrick and I to our childhood of visits to the park. Such simple pleasures are truly to be treasured.
Naturally, after all that exercise, we were ravenous and Rodic's is the best place to satisfy our hunger :) Though we just had Tapsilog from the same place the previous week, we still want more!!! :D
After, I cooked Dylan's favorite pasta for dinner. If I cooked chili prawns for Dana, Dylan also deserves my cooking :) And of course, pasta is my other specialty hahahaha I guess you could say I had a few satisfied customers that night LOL
Dylan, my baby boy, it's tough that you're beset by your slight AD/HD and speech problems. It's tough having to learn and it's tough on me to teach you as well. But I'm proud that we're pulling through it together, that I see a lot of improvement. I'm also fascinated by how your mind works, how you perceive things. You're no ordinary son, that's for sure and you make me happy in ways that I simply cannot count. Happy Birthday! We love you!!
This may sound funny but last week we were at UP for Patrick's photo shoot. When we asked Dylan what he wanted to do for his birthday, he told us he wanted to go biking at UP again. So, the birthday boy got his wish. We went back to UP and took the kids biking again. :D
After a few satisfying runs along the street, everyone was tired and needed a rest. Fortunately, there was a Mamang Sorbetero selling dirty ice cream :) It was such a treat having something so cold and yummy after the bike runs. It also takes Patrick and I to our childhood of visits to the park. Such simple pleasures are truly to be treasured.
Naturally, after all that exercise, we were ravenous and Rodic's is the best place to satisfy our hunger :) Though we just had Tapsilog from the same place the previous week, we still want more!!! :D
After, I cooked Dylan's favorite pasta for dinner. If I cooked chili prawns for Dana, Dylan also deserves my cooking :) And of course, pasta is my other specialty hahahaha I guess you could say I had a few satisfied customers that night LOL
Dylan, my baby boy, it's tough that you're beset by your slight AD/HD and speech problems. It's tough having to learn and it's tough on me to teach you as well. But I'm proud that we're pulling through it together, that I see a lot of improvement. I'm also fascinated by how your mind works, how you perceive things. You're no ordinary son, that's for sure and you make me happy in ways that I simply cannot count. Happy Birthday! We love you!!
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