My sister is back from Europe! She gave me a rosary from Vatican, chocolates from Zurich, an Eiffel Tower key chain from Paris, a Mama Mary pendant from Lourdes, and this peace stone which was also from Lourdes.
I was so happy when she gave this to me because it reminded me of The Secret’s gratitude stone. It’s just a small ordinary stone which you can get anywhere in your backyard; and what you do is rub it while thinking of the things you are grateful for everyday. It’s connected to the law of attraction; so the more you think of positive and happy things, the more you get them.
From now on, this will be my new gratitude stone.
There are a lot of things in life that we should be grateful for; and without those, we wouldn’t be where we are now. :)
Mom & I bought these two sets of bangles from Forever 21 earlier. She said we’ll share it, hihi. We have the same taste for some accessories too, you know. ♥
…is my mom. Raising three lovely daughters all by herself wasn’t an easy task. Sacrifices were made, and she had to go through a whole lot of drama. Believe me. Pang-teleserye ang peg ni Mama noon. That’s why she considers us as her treasures. I remember she said this to us some years ago: “Mawala na ang lahat ng lalaki sa mundo, wag lang ang mga anak ko.”
In return for all her efforts, we always make it to a point that we make her feel extra special as much as we can; may it be in our own little ways, or through a group effort.
For Mother’s Day this year, here’s what we did:
Surprise #1: Flower pastillas
I left this on our dining table for her to see first thing in the morning. Hmm, I wonder how these taste like? I’ll get one rose from mom, hahaha!
Surprise #2: IMAX tickets for Dark Shadows
It was my personal gift to her, and it’s also the first time that we watched a movie which I paid for using my own money! Hihi. More of these to come when I get employed (soon). :)
Surprise #3: Lunch
Since my eldest sister and her family is currently in Europe for a vacation, it’s just me and mom for lunch.
My doodle! Haha. By now, I’m sure you know where we had our lunch. ;)
But then, my other sister (next to the eldest) and brother-in-law decided to surprise mom for lunch. I was their accomplice for this plan, and I had to distract mom for 30-45 minutes before we go to the restaurant because they arrived a bit late. Haha. All the while, mom thought that they were in Parañaque with my sister’s in-laws. Well, of course they wouldn’t miss our Mother’s Day celebration! Mom was really happy (and surprised, indeed). :D
It really feels good to surprise our parents on their special day. Agree? :)
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Forever 21 launched its new branch in SM City North EDSA last night. Since my brother-in-law, Kuya Francis, works in BDO (which was a major sponsor for the event), he gave us invites!
(My VIP pass!)
Me, Kuya Francis, Ate Jen
Kuya George and Ate Jen
Ate Jen and Ate Terry (our balikbayan cousin from Bacolod)
Lia and Ino (Ate Terry’s kids/my niece and nephew!)
Ate Jen, me, and Belle (who got hired by Kuya Francis to promote the Forever 21 MasterCard for the night; good job Bellie!)
Ate Jo, me, Ate Jen
‘Twas a family affair, indeed! ;)
I really owe Kuya Francis a lot, ‘cause he gave me the opportunity to invite two of my friends from high school, Caiel and Katti!
And here I am with some famous people, hehehe:
Okay I’m not really a fan of Divine, but I must admit she really is pretty and hot in person! I so love her light pink blazer!!
with MYX VJ Joyce Pring :)
With one of the brand ambassadors and a famous blogger, Lissa Kahayon!
Cocktails were served and there was also a fashion show before the store officially opened. It was hosted by VJ Joyce Pring.
The official opening of the store was led by the brand ambassadors of Forever 21: Stacy Gutierrez, Tricia Gosingtian, David Guison, and Lissa Kahayon.
And we got the privilege to be one of the first people to shop! :>
My favorite part of the store!!! ♥
My good finds (which killed my wallet, HAHAHA):
Fun fun fun night with family and friends! ♥
Oh yeah because of this new branch, I’m only 10 minutes away from Forever 21 HAHAHAHA! I’m definitely going to check out this store every now and then, ‘cause sometimes they mark down their items and they don’t advertise it or something, haha!
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I went to school earlier to claim my graduation ceremony pictures. All smiles from me and mom! It was really an epic once in a lifetime moment for us. Glad it was captured. ♥
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Got these invites this morning! Can’t wait on Thursday! Besides my siblings and cousin, I’m tagging my high school and college friend along! :)
Thank you to my brother-in-law, Kuya Francis, for giving me these! :)
via Twitter:
@emmacarranza: Minsan nakakapagod maging anak.
@RyxisIt: @emmacarranza Nakakapagod din maging magulang pero di naman sila sumusuko.
I suddenly felt guilty. Oh well. Everybody has those moments. There is no such thing as a perfect relationship, even with our own parents.
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‘Twas a birthday message from my sister. ;)
I had a total of 3 birthday celebrations, how awesome was that? Hahaha!
#1: At Yabu (The House of Katsu)
This was a pre-birthday celebration with my Ohana ♥
Yay for Japanese food! :) #ultimatefavorite
Happy kid!
Thanks mom for the treat! :)
I really love Belle’s new hair!! ♥
#2: At Teriyaki Boy + Gelatissimo
I started my day by having mass at Greenbelt Chapel with Tracy, then we ate Lunch at Teriyaki Boy in Glorietta. :)
Another Japanese treat, yay! ♥
After having lunch, we went to Gelatissimo in Greenbelt for some ice cream goodness! :) Common favorite: Pistachio :)
(Yes, not milk tea anymore finally HAHAHA)
#3: At Alba
Spanish food! Paella! ♥
After dinner, my Ohana surprised me with this Tobler(one) Ice Cream cake! Yummyyyyyy! :) ♥
Meet my lovely Ohana ♥ :’)
I think this was our first ever wacky family picture HAHAHAHAHA #cool
THANK YOU FOR ALL THE GREETINGS, FRIENDS! :) And I thank God for giving me another blessed year to spend with my loved ones. :’)
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