I now, this is a bit late now. But I still want to share our few photos during our Trick or Treat at The Podium last October 31, 2009.














Well, the program was not organized and kids (and parents) didn't know what to do. But since Alex got a few loots from the shops, she still managed to have fun!

As much as I want gold as Hubby's gift for Christmas, I don't think he can afford it. (*grin*) But maybe I can save up on my own for this. After all, it is an investment. Yeap, not the typical jewelries that are available in the market but gold or silver bars that you can buy at Monex Deposit Company. I know I have a long way to go before I can purchase one but who knows someday I can invest on one of those. Monex Deposit Company or MDC is one of the leading companies when it comes to selling silver, gold or other precious metals and coins and investing in them would be safe. They can even personally deliver it right at your doorstep.

Yes, that's us!

Taken during our Halloween party at our friend's house last October 30. It was decided last minute that parents will wear costumes too. At first, we decided that only kids will wear costumes. But up to the last minute, we were forced to wear one too. HA!

So there.

Yes, you can laugh now. (*GRIN*)

I came across this article this morning and I just wanted to share it here.

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Happiness is...

1. Andie is beginning to sleep through the night.
2. Online friends
3. 5 trick or treats this year!
4. A job that keeps me sane
5. Long lasting memories :)
6. Upcoming trip to Tagaytay
7. Nap after work with Alex (I need this especially now that I start working at 6AM!)
8. Online tasks (really are blessings!)
9. Family
10. McDo's Crispy Chicken Sandwich

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As mentioned in my monthly round up, we had exactly 5 trick or treats. Alex was happy but Hubby and I were tired. Well, as long as the little girl is happy, then we are happy too. It was a hectic weekend but at least it was fun. We were so tired that I didn't have time to do some exercises anymore let alone go to the gym and workout on one of their machines there like the dip machine. I was actually planning on getting a treadmill or any other machine that I can use to work up my body. I can feel my body getting weaker everyday because of lack of exercise. I hope I can sign up in the gym one of these day. Hopefully before the holidays would start.

What books and/or magazines did I read this month?
- World Without End by Ken Follett

What movies and/or TV shows did I watch this month?
- I can't remember...

What special days did I celebrate and how?
- Lots of Halloween parties!
- Jaron's 3rd birthday

What gifts did I give and/or receive?
- We gave Jaron some spiderman loots

What illnesses or health concerns did I have?
- Kids had Cough and colds again this month

What fun things did I do with my friends and/or family?
- Met up with MM for dinner and coffee
- Met up with Farrah for dinner and coffee
- Family reunion at the cemetery
- We had 5 Halloween parties
1. Village Clubhouse
2. School Halloween Party
3. My sister’s Office Halloween Party
4. Halloween Party at friends’ house
5. Trick or Treating at The Podium

What new foods, recipes or restaurants did I try this month?
- Banana Monkey Cream Pie from Sonja's Cupcake
- Gourmet Hot Chocolate from Xocolat

What special or unusual purchases did I make?
- I bought another stuff from Faye. (*grin*)

What were this month's disappointments?
- Alex was brought to the ER last night because something was painful in her eyes but she got better already after a few drops of medicine

What were my accomplishments this month?
- Andie is almost 1 year old :D

I admit October just flew by just like that. I can't believe it's already November. A few more weeks and it's going to be Andie's first birthday. Where did all those days go? It's going to be a year from now ever since I gave birth to Andie. I feel like it was only yesterday.

My weight has not even gone back to my pre-pregnancy weight! I look like I'm still 3 months pregnant especially if you focus on my belly. It makes me realize that I really need a thermogenic fat burner. I know I just need some exercise to control my weight gain but I just can't find the time to do it!

Anyway, so many things to look forward to this month! It is going to be a fun month for us!

Yesterday was Alex's first Halloween party sponsored by her school. It was fun. But I can say that, the Dada had enjoyed more than Alex. :D There were games for the kids, costume parade, snacks (the food was overflowing), the circus act show, and of course the traditional trick or treating.

We were so desperate for Alex to get a prize so when the Teacher asked 5 Moms and 5 Dads to go up the stage, I FORCED Hubby to go up. He was more than willing. :P They played "Name that Tune" game. Thankfully Hubby is a fan of videoke so their group won! HA! Check out the photos of the Dada while on stage.







Looks like he was having fun huh!? LOL!

I loved the circus act show done by the Golden Show. It was hilarious but pretty stressful too. The kids loved the show so much. If I still have a budget for Andie's party, I would surely get them. Oh well, maybe in one of the next parties of the girls perhaps.

So there's Alex and Andie's second trick or treat for this year! There are 2 more to go. Is Alex getting tired of being Tinkerbell!? Naaaah, she even wants to be Tinkerbell next year too! LOL!

Happiness is...

1. Banana Monkey Cream Pie by Sonja's Cupcakes
2. Four Trick or Treats this year!
3. 7 kilos of Lanzones from Dad
4. New loots from Faye, arriving this Friday
5. Online "Window" Shopping
6. Scheduled "Me" time on Saturday
7. Hubby - My Technical and Emotional Support (*wink*)
8. CFC Household
9. Got better after a week of having colds
10. Kids are better too!

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I would say she had a blast! She didn't really mind the wings and has been wearing it for several minutes. Knowing Andie who doesn't like anything in her body, she would remove it as soon as it is attached to her. Surprisingly she loved it to bits!

There were tons of kids (and adults) at the clubhouse last Saturday. Andie was just looking at the people around her. She wasn't fussy or anything. We went to the stage when the host called the kids 1 year and below. I thought she would be the youngest but guess who won? a 1 month old baby! Yes, you read it right. I was surprised either. A month old baby even had a costume! So cute! :)

Check out more photos with Ate Alex below.










I was surprised that there were 290 kids at the Halloween party last Saturday. It started at around 2pm and it was finished around 4PM. Then we went trick or treating around the village. Hubby and I got so tired that we decided to just get some candies in one street and then call it a day. We got a lot though even if we just went around the clubhouse. Alex was happy with all her loots!

1 down. 3 more Halloween parties to go!