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Merry Christmas to all!

We had a couple of our close friends over for Christmas dinner last night. It was a small but wonderful gathering. Hubby cooked up a turkey that was fit for a king, and I made some pancit and lumpia. Hubby also made some stuffing and gravy, and for deserts, we had leche flan, cake, and rice cakes. Everyone brought something; we had ham, fried rice, pasta salad, and so much. As we settled in for a tremendous feast, not just what we made, hubby regaled us with his take on travel to the Philippines. He had everyone in stitches! The conversation then followed to thoughts of Christmas past and wonderful friendships shared today. And, the vegetables hubby roasted with the turkey will actually make it to the soup this year! After dinner, the kids took the time to open some gifts, which provided some awesome fun! Of course, it ended all too soon, as most gatherings do. Everyone had to get home before Santa made his rounds!

Today was a busy one. It started with Jasmine wanting to open her gifts. She amped herself up on Christmas excitement. We had so much fun watching her open her gifts! Every gift accompanied by the exclamation that it was "The best ever!" Of course, there were gifts from mommy and daddy, our wonderful landlady, friends, and of course, Santa Claus himself.

After the initial rush was over and the family fed, it was time to finish the cleanup from last night. Then hubby spent the rest of the day fixing up the photos.

This Christmas has been one so full of blessings and friendship! I have to thank God for all that he has given us. His goodness, grace, and love are abundant in our life and made this season even more joyous than ever.

Well, here are the photos.


Hubby's world famous turkey.


A closeup of hubby's hard work.


Lumpia, yummy.


Our setting, so cozy.


Talking with my family.


Pretty poser.


So cute!


What a darling!


Time for gifts.


YAHOOO...Gifts!


Look what I got!


The Dinner Group!


Mommy and Jasmine opening her gifts.


Look, mommy, it's a Barbie!

I'm posting some more on my main site, An Angel's Journey. I'll also post all the pictures to my Bravenet Blog, Angel Journey.

Thanks for sharing your time! God bless you all!
Ciao!

Party Pics

Mele Kalikimaka e Hau'oli Makahiki Hou to everyone!

Here's wishing everyone a glorious and love filled Christmas and holiday season. We have been blessed this year as you may have read in my last post at An Angel's Journey.

Well, here are some pics from last Tuesday's party.


Mommy and Jasmine with Santa Claus


Santa with selective color, hubby's experiment.


Joy and Jasmine sharing their wishes with Santa.


Jasmine's snow family


Princess and Santa.


The arrival of Santa.


Waiting for Santa.


Mommy shows her joy.


Live entertainment


Playing and running.


A cute handmade log cabin on display at the Gasthof.

All in all, it was a lovely night. I'll be posting a couple of hubby's winter pics later in the week.

Take care and may God bless you all as much as he has blessed me.
Ciao!

A Tale of Happiness

Well, hubby started his vacation this Monday. Christmas time is really here!

He spent all last week in class all day, and came home to study all night. It left him so burned out and tired! It’s O.K., because soon he will have a certificate. When Monday came, it was really a nice start to being on the road to relaxation. He went to the class to learn and came away with so much knowledge. Then we spent the day chilling out! It was a great time and a wonderful start to the weekend.

Tuesday night was our Christmas party. We had it in Velburg this year. It was a magical night for everyone, especially the kids! Santa came to visit and pass out some gifts and we won a $25.00 Visa card! WOW, what a wonderful night it turned out to be. When you get to spend good time with great people, life is well worth ALL the little downsides. We had a lovely dinner; there was pork roast, roast beef, cordon blue, salads with carrots and cucumbers, and potatoes and knödel. The venue was a lovely little Gasthof in Velburg. Velburg is a beautiful little town near where we live. The town is so quaint and cozy. It really is kind of Christmasy. Hubby stayed up late to finish the pictures he took so he can give them to his co-worker. She will print them out for the families. They do such a nice party for the families.

Tuesday, I was called to work for a couple hours. That was great, I got to go earn a little and spend time with my co-workers. I also found our plans had to change a little. Hubby and I had planned to go to some Christmas Markts this week, but I have to work until Sunday. We’ll be going next week, because they truly are glorious. Hubby will take some of his beautiful pics and I’ll post them here and on my other blogs. At work, we are going to do our own little party Friday! You know I’ll be cooking for that.

Jasmine and hubby had daddy daughter day today. They went out shopping a little and had lunch together at the little pizza place. Hubby won a nice little travel bag and Jasmine won a Christmas tree decoration. They seem to have learned that being together can be fun. Jasmine was so excited and hubby bragged about how nice Jasmine was all day. Of course, there had to be some bad in every one of their days, today hubby forgot to bring her to cheerleading practice. After I reminded him! I guess they had so much fun together they both forgot.

Well, it looks like time to end. I would like to take this time to say a huge thank you to Carlotta. I was really surprised by your package. Thank you. You have been such a wonderful friend! Thank you so much.

To everyone out there I send my best wishes and pray for a wonderful Christmas for all of you. May God grant you peace and love during this holiday season. Thanks for visiting!
Ciao!

Slideshow pics!

Aloha,

Kumusta,
Di-a share lang ko sa mga slideshow pics. ang among kalingawan dinhe apil na pics sa among x-mas spirit uban sa akong pinanggang anak. lipay kaayo siya nga natindog na gyud namo ang x-mas tree,pero last week pa ni namo nahuman karon lang ko kahigayon og post sa uban nga pics. isa pa niya nga kalipay kay sige snow dinhe namong dapita asus enjoy kaayo siya sige dula sa gawas, himo sab mi snowman aron mas lingaw. everyday naa mi sa gawas naga permi, bisan di nako type sige snow kay kapoy kaayo sa akong trabaho pero kay enjoy man ako anak, happy na sab ko.
Pasalamat sab diay ko sa akong mga online friends sa kanunay paglili sa akong balay,salamat kaninyong tanan.

Pasalamat sab ko ni Dae Carlota sa iyang pag decorate og pa gwapa sa akong duha ka balay salamat kaayo og dako my dear Dae Carlota.
Na sige di nako magdugay daghan pa trabaho nag hulat,din ako anak wait na nako adto na kuno mi sa gawas.
Happy week-end natong tanan

P.S.Pasensya na bisaya muna update ko type ko lang:-)

Ayo-ayo sa tanan.
God bless.

Smoke on the Water!

Aloha!
Mele Kalikimaka! Merry Christmas!

Here's a video of the Parsberg Symphony Orchestra performing "Smoke On the Water."

This is from Friday's adventure. I have to post about today, which I'll do when I get a chance. It'll be on my main site.

Here's the video, enjoy!


Thanks for visiting. God bless.
Ciao!

Thank you Carlota!

To my dear friend Carlota,