Let's Hug it Out, Beach!

This is the icing on the cake every time I go to Boracay. We brought West with us 'cause he loves the water too.

For someone who lives near the beach, Kuya's whiter than me, no?And here's West enjoying himself.

Happy 2009!

Our New Year's celeb is plain simple. We didn't buy fireworks 'cause I think they're just a waste of moolah. What matters is, we have food on our table.

I helped prepare our dinner. I thought lumpiang shanghai would be a click with the kids so I cooked that. I asked Kuya to cook the pancit bihon and sugpo.

A few hours before midnight, the father of Angela arrived with the MagicSing. This time, I enjoyed the session more because my voice is coming back little by little. I was able to sing "Ben", "Total Eclipse of the Heart", and "Love Hurts". Yay!

Kuya & I went to our neighbor's house and drank some wine & beer.

A few minoots before midnight, we regrouped and kissed and hugged one another. Of course, there's a photo op. I dunno why we're all wearing red (or orange for me).

Christmas in Bora

It's my second time to celebrate Christmas in Bora. Unlike last year when we spent the holidays at a resort where my bro used to work, this time, we just celebrated it at home.

It's always fun to have a baby in the house. Disney is already 6 month old. She doesn't recognize me yet as her Tito Dondon. I'm beginning to work my charm on her though.The father of my sis-in-law brought their MagicSing. Unforch, I still don't have my voice back. But that didn't stop me from trying to sing "I Don't Wanna Talk About It" and "Making Love Out of Nothing at All". I just change the key to sing the low notes.Before midnight, we got visitors... the rest of Angela's family.

When the clock struck 12, the kids rushed to the Christmas tree and opened their presents. I'm glad they liked what I gave them. Lance got a remote controlled airplane while Fiong-Fiong got a nice Barbie with a toy doggie that looks like West. What's funny is, the dog eats and poops ;oP Both got some Disney items too.I gave Angela her VS undies and some tops. Kuya got his A|X shirts from me. I was surprised to get boxers from Angela and a tee shirt from her sister, Joan.Mom got her slippers, blanket, jacket and meds. Everyone is happy ('cept Disney in the photo)

Trip to Bora

Before leaving Bulacan, I asked my neighbor if I could rent a vehicle so my trip to the airport would be faster. I don't think I can handle stress if I miss my flight. Thank God, I got one. I paid the driver 2500. We reached Terminal 3 at noon.

My flight is at 2:15 so I immediately looked for the check-in counter. When it was my turn, I was advised to step aside first. Not a good sign.

I found out that the President used the airport all to herself this morning. Which means, all other flights got pushed back. Sonofa!

Cebu Pac was still looking for a flight for us. The 3 o'clock flight got delayed till 6 pm. Instead of Caticlan, they'd travel first to Kalibo and travel for two hours back to Caticlan. That means, they'll reach Boracay around 10. It's not an option for me. 

After waiting for several minutes, I was informed that my new flight was at 2:30. Not bad.

I paid 200 for the terminal fee. Looked for a place to have lunch. I found Hen Lin and bought some siopao and siomai.

At 2:15, I went to my gate and found out that my flight got delayed again. We were told to wait. Crap!

At 3 pm, we were informed that our flight leaves at 3:50. Ugh! I was already praying that I won't spend the whole afternoon in the airport.

While waiting, I bought some Mrs. Fields cookies for my family in Bora and got myself some coffee.

At 4 pm, it was time to go. Finally!!!

After an hour, I got to see Caticlan airport again. I claimed my bag quickly and found a tricycle that would take me to the Jetty airport. Paid 75 bucks. Another 100 for the Environmental Fee and Terminal Fee. After a few minutes, I got to see Kuya and Lance again who picked me up at Cagban.

Very happy to see Mommy, Angela, Fiona and Disney again.