Contrary to what my Sister IL believes, I make note of when Sandy’s photos are used not because I want to separate myself from her point and shoot camera, but to show that you don’t need a big monster camera to take good pictures. Now that we’re home and I’m looking through Sandy’s shots I …
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Manila Randomness
We are now home and full of jetlaggedness. Here are some random photos that didn’t make the blog earlier. They are photos taken by Tante, Sandy, Pinky, the official Presidential photographer and a couple of panos by me. I’d like to take this time to thank our family and friends for making this vacation so wonderful, …
Mega Dado
Today we went to the SM Mega Mall to get some last minute gifts. Just as we were leaving, a folk song played on the intercom which brought all the sales associates out to the aisles to sing and clap along. With all this shopping we got hungry and met the rest of the family at Dad’s for a …
Under the Beach Weather
Since I’m under the weather (I caught Daddy’s cold) I decided to stay home and rest while everyone else went on a day trip to the Anvaya Cove Beach Resort. That was a mistake. Following are photos from Sandy’s SD800.
Protest
On July 28, the President gave a State of the Nation Address before the Congress. Needless to say there was a protest.
Wine Depot
Tonight we met some of Sandy’s former coworkers at the Wine Depot. It’s a small wine shop with an even smaller restaurant in the back. Dinner was excellent! I had bacon wrapped lamb chop.
Makati Shangri-la
I was so impressed with the Shangri-la, I asked to stay there on our next visit to the Philippines.
The Golden One
Last night’s party was the culmination of months of work. The 50th Wedding Anniversary/Daddy Birthday Party was a smash. I have to admit it was thrilling to be in the company of Her Excellency, President Gloria Arroyo. My sincere apologies to my family for chickening out on the dance number. Based on my performance during …
Just for the Family
Tonight In a private ceremony Daddy & Mommy renewed their vows. After the ceremony we fought Manila traffic and went to Podium at the Ortigas Center for a great Chinese dinner. Later Daddy took Tante and myself for desert and coffee at UCC. Daddy claims they make the best coffee in the world! BTW they …
San Diego to Manila
Today Sid, Rhea, Maxie & Bengie arrived from San Diego, this made Ysa very happy. Nothing special about today just goofing around family style.