Weekly Photo Challenge: Forward

February 25, 2013 by Miljo Anne

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My family and I just got off the plane, finally arrived safely back to Clark International Airport from Hong Kong. We were so looking forward to go home. It is so true that

“A man travels the world over in search of what he needs and returns home to find it”

– George A. Moore

My entry for Weekly Photo Challenge: Forward.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Kiss II

February 17, 2013 by Miljo Anne

Week before Valentines, my daughter gave us a card made by her tiny hand. I came home from work when she handed it to me with all smiles. My exhaustion and stress from work were all gone in just a snap.

I immediately took a photo of her happy, loving face!

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Valentines came, and she handed me another card.

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I was teary eyed this time! She is really that thoughtful! This is the best present a parent could get!

I am forever thankful I have her as my daughter! 🙂

For that, she deserves a sweet kiss!

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Kiss.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Kiss

February 17, 2013 by Miljo Anne

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The best good night kiss ever!

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Surprise

December 22, 2012 by Miljo Anne

My entry for Weekly Photo Challenge: Surprise.

Looking back on my birthday last June, I remember how they surprised me with a cake! I normally don’t celebrate my day ‘coz I already stopped counting my age ;). We just bought “pancit palabok” and roasted chicken for lunch. Suddenly, while singing “happy birthday”, my aunt came out from the back with the chocolate cake. Wow, felt really special and the cake, it’s really delicious!

The three kids went crazy over it. See the first picture, they started licking the cake. Hahaha. Who would also forget, they were the ones who blew the candle. hahaha.

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Pancit Palabok by the way is a Filipino Rice Noodle dish with shrimp sauce topped with boiled egg, cooked shrimp and squid, boiled pork, crushed chicharon, tofu, scallions, and fried garlic.. I encourage you to try it.

You might like the recipe for Pancit Palabok, please check here.

Closer look of the palabok.

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Photo grabbed from:
shootfirsteatlater.com

2012 is almost about to end. Isn’t it great to look back at the blessings we received this year? Not to mention, we survived ‘dooms’ day. Yes!

Have a great weekend and Happy Holidays!

Weekly Photo Challenge: Delicate

December 15, 2012 by Miljo Anne

My interpretation of “Delicate“.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Changing Seasons

December 8, 2012 by Miljo Anne

How I wish we also have the 4 seasons; spring, summer, winter and fall. Here in the Philippines, we only have dry (November to April) and rainy season (May to October). Have you heard of the recent storm that hit Mindanao last week? So heartbreaking… Even if it is supposed to be “dry”, our brothers in Mindanao were badly hit. See the effect of climate change? We should take care of our environment and do our share, even in simplest ways.

Back to the theme.. Since it is December, you will find the change in season not with the work of nature but with creative human mind and hands with Christmas spirit. I love how the houses and malls were decorated for this season. Say for example, the Christmas tree below, the theme is for children. So, the tree is surrounded by kids in different faces.

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The whole mall is surrounded with hot air balloon and kids around. I must say, they chose the right theme. Christmas is really for the kids, right? This is located by the way in Shangrila Mandaluyong.

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Now, this one here is the cutest of all. Who doesn’t love Mickey Mouse? The kids are crazy over this character. Megamall is in partnership with Hongkong Disneyland to promote tourism. I am getting more excited for our upcoming trip this Dec 27th. See my count down at the right side below?
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This one below is Located in Gateway, Cubao. I love how so classy the red flowers bring.
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I have already shared the this gigantic tree in Araneta. This is what I always see going and coming home from work.
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But ofcourse, nothing is more special than our very own Christmas tree at home. It is just simple, my mom bought the slim type. I can’t imagine if we have the big one with three active kids around. Hahaha.

How many days to go and it’s almost Christmas. Don’t forget the real meaning of it, Birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ! Have a great weekend.

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My share for the weekly theme:
http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2012/12/07/weekly-photo-challenge-changing-seasons/

IT’S REALLY BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS!

Weekly Photo Challenge: Reflections

December 2, 2012 by Miljo Anne

Reflections of my daughter

I stare at you in the mid of night,
I look at the curves of your tiny face,
The curl of your beautiful hair.

And these are the reflections of my daughter,
The one I hold dear.

Your hands are so small,
Yet you embrace so much,
You hold the world in one hand,
And in the other lies the love of your mother.

Your eyes are so bright,
They are the path to your future.
Your lips deliver the words I will never forget,
Your smile brings me joy,
And your voice brings me laughter.

These are the reflections of my daughter,
The one that truely matters.

I love you my daughter,
With all of my heart,
When my life began,
You were the start.

As I sit here and watch you sleep,
You are so innocent,
you are flawless and unique,
You are my one true masterpiece.

One day you will be grown,
And all I will have are memories,
So I will take this time to watch you sleep.

You are like an angel,
you are still like a rock,
You are beautiful like a flower,
you are your own person
The reflection of my daughter.

by: Alita Lerke

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Thankful

November 24, 2012 by Miljo Anne

Guess who she is? Yes, she’s my lovely mum who I am so grateful for. Do we look alike? Naa, she’s mooorrree prettier. She’s the first person who came into my head when I checked our week’s theme. I haven’t thanked her for years for doing a great job as a mum and now as a grand mother. I can’t even remember the last time we hugged. Even if I know.. NOW is the right time, I just can’t. I don’t know, I am just too shy or we are not used to showing our feelings for each other. I hope that through this blog I can express how much I am thankful I have her as a mother.

I want to say THANK YOU mum for always being there for me. Through good and bad times, through my triumphs and sufferings, you were always behind my back. You always take care of me even if I am old now. I know we have our misunderstandings every now and then, but I know at the back of my head, you just want the best for me. Thank you for showing me what unconditional love means. No matter what, you stood by me.

For all that I want to say… T H A N K Y O U!

I am hoping she can pass by my blog and read this. I don’t want to tell her about this. I want her to discover my entry…

for Weekly Photo Challenge: Thankful.

Green II

November 19, 2012 by Miljo Anne

My second entry for Weekly Photo Challenge: Green.

I remembered our week’s theme when I saw myself in the mirror. My peplum top has a fresh shade of GREEN. So, why not share with you all. 🙂 Knowing that today is a manic, busy Monday, I decided to wear it with jeans.

This peplum top really fits my body. See how the frills cover my flabs? ~~Gosh, I really wish I have a DSLR.~~ For those who just read my blog, my aim is to show you guys clothes that can hide away unwanted fats without wearing girdles. Wearing one feels so uncomfortable, right? Back to the top, I advise you guys to invest on peplums. Not just for women like me, but for those who are blessed with good figures. If you wear it, the more that it will give you an hour glass shape.

You will find peplum tops, skirts and dresses. For my body with wide hips, the top is for me. So, if you are the opposite, the skirt is for you. If you have a beautiful figure, then, you are lucky! hahahaha.. ~~IKAW NA.~~

December is just around the corner and it is starting to get cold that’s why I added my favorite cover-up. I love details plus the flowers attach to it. I don’t want to get it overused so I seldom wear this.

Have you noticed the dragonfly necklace? So cute… My mom bought it for only P250.00. She said it was hand crafted and the owner conducts workshops. Hmmm, which gives me an idea, Why don’t I attend one and start a business? Let’s see…

What about the vintage shoes from Calvin Klein? Nope, I didn’t buy it. Me pa? 🙂 My aunt from Hawaii sent us a package full of their used shoes. Now, I really do believe in the saying that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.

Ready to work!

With my officemates…

Have a wonderful week ahead!

By the way, I just added the “About Me” page with the help of AD. Thank you so much!

Peplum top: Cotton On
Cover-up: Forever 21
Jeans: Hot Kiss
Shoes: Calvin Klein
Watch: Sofie

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Renewal

November 10, 2012 by Miljo Anne

We all need spiritual renewal to restore our faith, to continue with our lives everyday. That’s why my family makes it a point to visit the church every Sunday. However, because of work, I tend to miss out on Sunday masses. But that doesn’t mean I already stopped talking to Him. I just make sure to visit any day of the week to pray.

Having said that, let me share two of my favorite churches here in Manila.

First, our wedding church “Parish of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary located in West Triangle, QC. Small and simple church just right for my wedding.

More about the church here.

Second, 54 year old Manila Cathedral. I have already shared this here.

I don’t have photos of the inside as it is closed for repairs ’til 2013.

There you have it. Have a great weekend, everyone!

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Geometry

November 3, 2012 by Miljo Anne

* This week’s photo challenge is guest hosted by Quintin Lake of Quintin Lake Architectural Photography.

I just love the geometry of this car combined with my adorable nephews… PERFECT!

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Foreign

October 27, 2012 by Miljo Anne

You should know this place just by looking at the famous 7 star hotel, right? Yes, I have worked in a foreign country which did not last that long. But for me, this is the yet the most memorable place I have ever been and I would definitely love to go back.

If you read my previous blog then you would know why. 😉

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