Monday, January 21

2013!! So, what's new??

Every year end allow me to look back on the year passed and..it also makes me realize things..

This year is somewhat my most special year. Though I haven't had my chance to pursue with all my 2012 travel plans, I didn't feel sorry..AT ALL.

Last January of last year, I had my first (and hopefully my last) tooth surgery which COSTS us not to go on with our much anticipated anniversary celebration at Potipot, Zambales. But, thanks to Business World we still get to celebrate our 5th year together @ Microtel Mall of Asia.

February made me decide to leave my comfort zone. I learned to live all by myself without anyone to cook for me. Here's when I realize I can be responsible enough to take care of myself.

We had the chance to visit Tagaytay and Batangas last March. It was my mom and Fritz's second out of town together.

The last week of April surprised me with a good news. I was 2 weeks pregnant and I had to stop smoking.

I suffered from morning (and evening) sickness from May to June. I almost spent all my sick leave even before  we reach half year.

July dated when my tummy is already recognizable. I had to attend the company's anniversary party dressing up preggy. AND this month was also the month our baby's gender was revealed..baby girl.
PLUS,  this month also dated my wedding.

A low pressure area and monsoon (Hanging habagat) brought to much rain last August which caused too much flood all over Luzon, including Caloocan City, where I live. I was 5 months pregnant and it was an effort for me to reach the house. I needed to cross the flooded areas barefoot to go home. Good thing, nothing happened to me and the baby and I was just advised to rest.

September. My morning sickness ended this month and I was already used to my bulging tummy. Baby kicks are now very obvious and I feel her more often.

I thank the innovation of today for creating such wonderful masterpieces (the 3d/4d ultrasound as one). I had my first glimpse of Madge through this technology. She was hiding her face but they captured her smiling, I saw her first smile. I also had my baby shower this month.

madge inside my tummy

November, I gave birth to my Baby Madge. She came out 2 weeks advance but I'm glad she's all well and healthy.

baby Madge

I had THE most wonderful Christmas and New Year last 2012. We celebrated Christmas and welcomed New Year with our little angel..the most precious and priceless gift we ever received.

This year, I'm sure to learn more..about motherhood and life. I know every year, as the calendar turns, I get more matured and I learn to accept all the facts of life.

Again, a bow to my 2012's roller coaster ride.


Saturday, January 19

Just Got Married! (Orchid garden Suites review)

Right after the reception of our wedding, we proceeded to Orchid Garden Suites for our first night as husband and wife. I got a gift certificate from my work worth half of its original price.


from my beloved BWorld
The reception greeted us with a welcoming ambience. Guards and receptionists never fail to give us their sweet smile.


reception with baggages from tourists
While waiting for the receptionist to call us for our room's keycard, we had some photo opportunities by the lobby.

After a while, a staff accompanied us to our room. The suite is spacious, I think more than five persons can fit in the room alone. The living room can accommodate a maximum of ten persons.

ze living room
kitchen and dining area

queen size bed
The bathroom is complete with all the toiletries you will need. From the hand towels, towels, shampoo and conditioner, soaps and toothbrush and toothpaste.

toilet and bath
We had some baon for our cable tv marathon later that night.

foodies
After tiring our eyes with the idiot box, we then called it a day. We woke up early the next day for our complimentary buffet breakfast. This view greeted us with a very good morning.

waking up married
The buffet breakfast table's menu wasn't that special. Typical Filipino and American breakfasts were served. What I liked was the cereal counter which offers fruit loops, koko krunch and corn cereals.

cereals
my platter
All in all, our Orchid Garden Suite experience was super worth it. With good staffs, fine breakfast menu, great suite room with complete room amenities (not to mention the uuber daming cable channels w/c hubby enjoyed), we surely had a memorable first night as husband and wife.

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