Tales of Ta To Ti

Did you know that the month of September is National Peace Consciousness Month in the Philippines? September was declared such under Proclamation No.675 signed on 20 July 2004 by then President Gloria Macapaga-Arroyo. The Presidential Proclamation was issued to "instill greater consciousness and undertanding among the Filipino people on the comprehensive peace process to strengthen and sustain institutional and popular support for and participation in this effort, as well as in the global movement spearheaded by the United Nations to promote a Culture of peace based on nonviolence, respect for fundamental rights and freedoms, tolerance, understanding and solidarity. " September was chosen because several peace-building milestones happened during this month, like the signing of the 1996 Peace Agreement between the government and the MNLF on 2 September 1996, and the UN Declaration of 21 September as International Day of Peace. Presidential Adviser on the Peace Proces...

Hi! Its been a year since my last entry. I've been a blessed mother of three (M3) and to our delight, baby 3 was indeed a she. We have so much to thank for. Collage above is a glimpse of how things went for me and my family.There's so much I would love to share, hopefully soon.Have a blessed weekend everyone.   

"For Bebengisms Birthday Cyber Party" , I am going to share five wonderful facts about my dynamic duo, Tato and Toti. First, like the generous September birthday celebrants, Queen Denise and Princess Sophia of the cyber palace Bebengisms , we also belong to a military family. Hubby is also an Army guy and raising kids in a sometimes single parenting set-up seems to be a roller coaster ride. But I can say that with our kids, everything is worthwhile. Although my children are two uniquely different little men as I have posted here , I can say that there are five facts that both of them share and make them my dynamic duo: 1. They love the water. Both Tato and Toti loves to take a dip whether the bathroom balde, their inflatable pool, swimming pool or the sandy beach. There must be something in the water that freshens up their soul. Here they are in our last summer trip in Lian, Batangas.   2. They are always curious about art, animals and everything around them. ...

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Source This Friday, I would like to share God's faithfulness to my family, both my own young family and the family I was born into. Some of you know that we have lost my brother Jo and up to now, justice had not been served, although we claim that their is a purpose in this incident. And we know that Jeremiah 29:11 still speaks to our life.

Kids and playing are two inseparable "thing". Parents of young kids would agree. And it is always a joy seeing my little cubs enjoy what they love doing . Play for me comes in any form, be it physical or mental. One does not have to be all sweaty to say that they've played but getting dirty, stinky and tired once in a while is okay. Sabi nga, sige sa mantsa. They may get bruised or bumps but what matters is they have learned and enjoyed the process. Here are my boys in some of their smartest and wackiest form of play this month: Craft Time with Wicked Craft at Mom Pop Up Event Doctor Lachica at Kevin's Playhouse, Market!Market! Carousel and Motorbike Fun at SM Bicutan Super Toti, a night before his 1st Periodic Exam

If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them. Buildings burn, people die, but real love is forever. ~The Crow, written by James O'Barr, David J. Schow, and John Shirley, 1994 We'll I guess we haven't move on, not just yet, or is it because I'm really a cry baby. I appreciate the fact that some people do care and are willing to help with Jo's case. God bless them and God bless our family too especially Nanay and Tatay. Its been almost a year since my brother's death and we haven't heard a positive note from the authorities. Our family have "moved on" with our lives but the pain remains and this pain would always remind us to pursue our quest for justice, no matter what it takes. For those who would want to know what I'm talking about feel free to drop by Joross' site .

I t’s my third time to be an expectant mom, at seven months, I’m still on a literal  high. When choosing things for my kids, I go on quality and affordability, I’m no shopaholic, finances would not allow me but I am happy when I get good finds for them. And I’m so excited, now that we are also preparing for baby 3’s stuff, MOMMY MUNDO brought favorite mom brands, mompreneur shops and mompreneur-run businesses for their 3 rd MOMMY MUNDO CLEARANCE CLEAROUT SALE happening on 16-18 August 2013 at Rainbow Room, Fun Ranch Building, Frontera Verde, Pasig City.    Get samples, stock outs, past season items, and discounts of up to 75% off from over 30 most loved brands for moms and kids  including Cluebebe, Crumbs & Grubs, Born Baby Stuff, Bug & Kelly, Tiny Tots, Silly Monkey Clothing, Tots & Toddlers, R. Trevi Concepts, Bulilit Bookstore, Little Luees Locker, Jejsy, Starkids, Wonderworld Toys, Indigo Baby, Shop Mommy Matters, Nurture Nook, Toma...

Hello everyone! I'm back. It's August, my hubby's birth month and my kiddos' first periodic exam. I am also officially on my 29th week of pregnancy. Whoa, in two months time we will be able to hold baby 3.  What's up with TaToTi? Since my last post about the Parent's Orientation   here , my kiddos and I had been full of things to accomplish and perform. Naks perform talaga, hehe we have just been occupied with our daily toils, the kids at school, hubby and I at our work. Tato and Toti had their first monthly examination, results of which we haven't seen yet, school has not given their test papers. It was a bit of a challenge for me since I had to be away on the second and third day of their exam. I constantly checked on them while I was on an official travel and I had to make sure that I was able to review them a week earlier. I'm an OC mom sometimes, especially when it comes to their education, haha, I'm used to tough love e but I'm also a...

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It was a meaningful Saturday morning. We attended GAI's Parents' Orientation the whole morning until noon for the parents of Preschoolers and then for Grade 1-3. Earlier this week we were informed that both of them will be part of the intermission number and we were excited especially for our not so little Toti, who led the prayer  though he was a bit shy and hesitant to go in front. I had to join and encouraged him while he recited this personally written prayer: Heavenly Father, we thank you for this day . We thank for our teachers, classmates and parents. Bless today's activities and school year too that we may learn and live your way. This we pray, Amen. Toti was also chosen to dance Psy's Gentleman, which hubby and I think, was the song for the day. It was also danced by Tato with his classmate and the other class as well. Toti did it twice because some of his classmate were not yet there when they presented it the first time. Uploading the ...

source God reminds us to keep calm, be still and know that He is God. He is there, at the core of all our worries, discomfort, our battles. Psalm 46:10 , in the New International Version (NIV) translation states:  He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” I also like this one from God's Word (GW) Translation which states: "Let go of your concerns! Then you will know that I am God. I rule the nations. I rule the earth. I know its hard to be in a tough situation or to be in hopelessness but I would like to remind you that we are not alone in our battles, in our concerns, in our daily toils. Every day is a new day, a new chance to be better, to keep calm, be still, so let go and let God, our God, whose definitely bigger, stronger and wiser than any of our battles or concerns. Claim it, know God.  Happy and blessed Friday everyone!

Cheers to all moms and dads out there! Finally the kids have started to adjust to their new schedule as students or so I think. But I'm positive naman that we will be able to finish this school year with a smile. This will be a lengthy post but I hope you'll enjoy reading it. Remembering June June had been a great month for us,  Tato and Toti's school year officially started second Monday of the month. Tato was excited to see his old classmates while Toti, our new school boy is a bit nervous. I took a leave that day to send them off to school and have my prenatal as well. I hit two birds with a stone by doing so. I was able to fetch the big kuyas after my check-up and after our nap, we had time to study pa. It was a sulit day talaga, just seeing these photos remind me of how happy the boys are. Toti and Tato's First Week at GAI  Here he is, the nervous but still adorable little dude: Generous Givers A little surprise came that week din f...

Happy Monday everyone! Positive thoughts. Ang sarap maging positive di ba? I so love these finger couples, ang sweet nho? Are you a touchy type to your loved one? I think I am, especially when it's been ages since hubby was with us. He's based here in the Metro and in a safer ground compared to his previous posts but he has been working like a zombie as well.  And I’m proud of him, though sometimes I think he still needs to manage things and take it a little lighter so that he won’t be stressed. My lion king is a bit hot headed and I always, as in always try to remind him to keep calm. But sometimes I know he would have his things on his terms and I just pray that people around him will be more patient in dealing with him.  My man is tough in words, in character but many would be surprised how softie he is when he is with us, his family and friends. It’s been almost seven years since I pledged to love this man I am with and who have given me three wonderful kid...

I am thankful for you who drops by and read this blog. I am thankful for my husband who teaches me to be more patient in love, he being the one less showy as they say. I am thankful for my little ones, for my cubs who have and always been a source of joy. For their endless stories, curiosity and energy. I am thankful for this little baby in my tummy, for keeping me awake with small flutters. I am excited to see this wonder. I am thankful for my parents who never gives up on me and my siblings. I am thankful for having a job that extends to my fellow. Soon I hope peace would be achieved. I am thankful for the joys and pains of life. I am thankful for I am wonderfully and fearfully made. How about you, what are you thankful for?

Hi! This is the 3rd installment of our tale about the Smart Fun Familia 2013 at Manila Ocean Park. I know, I know it's been ages since I have shared the first and second  part of this tale. Please bear with me and find below official press release on said attractions: Trails to Antartica "Manila Ocean Park is proud to introduce the first and only penguin park facility in the country.  Trails to Antarctica: The Penguin Quest brings you closer to the coldest and most mysterious place on earth. Take a journey to discover a world like no other. It features a walk through exhibit where you can learn more about the frozen continent, live Humboldt penguins in the Penguin Exhibit ,  an ice slide called Slide O' Fun and a freezing Snow Village . All these in one exciting adventure zone for the whole family." Sea Lion Show "Meet the adorable sea lions of South America as they bring you valuable information on environmental conservation. It is also a fantastic show...

It's been a few days since this couple officially tied the knot but I can't just get over their love story. Here's a wedding clip courtesy of The Mayad Studios . Truly in God's grace all things turn out beautiful.

Is life bothering you? Are you lost or upset? Chasing peace? Peace does not mean to be in a situation where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It simply means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart. This Friday, I would like to share to you one of my favorite verse and a photo taken by my brother A with my first-born in it.  Have a blessed weekend everyone <3