The train collection. Since I was 7 years old. An uncle from America had been sending us sets and sets of trains, tracks, accessories and such. We did assemble some of them but not all. It was just too overwhelming.

When I got married, my hubby had been the official custodian of the collection. He had since boxed everything up and sent for storage to our hometown. We figured we could set them all up properly when we retire. Hehehe...

But the month's turn of events pushed us for a big clean up in my parents' house. We took out all the boxed trains. The kids have been hearing us talk about them, our plans etc. But it was the first time they ever actually saw them trains...

Some have remained unopened.

It was decided they be shipped back here with us ...for storage, again. Until retirement...hahahaha!

Aren't they the coolest?

Well hello there...

Lack of posts the past days due to Christmas frenzy folks. I'm pretty sure you're doing your share of the season too. hehehe

Been editing some few photos.

Kids go about their business too around me and my computer. We're still near each other and the bond is still there as I look over their play and we all smile to one another.

And Mr. Winky, one of the Zuzhu Pets made it to my computer table! Courtesy of Alyssa, hehe.

Mr. Winky's her fave pet. Well, it's a toy. Which makes hamster sounds and moves around with a switch. I kinda noticed there was something black but had to laugh when I suddenly took focus and realized I was staring right straight into the eyes of Mr. Winky!

Kids don't know it yet but I got them another Zuzhu Pet. It's in the storage room along with other hidden Christmas gifts. hehehe...

Happy frenzy last minute shopping everyone!!!

More posts soon!

Christmas love all around to everyone.

Remember it doesnt matter if you can't give the most expensive gifts, it's always the thought that counts. And if you are really really in doubt, here's a quick tip: give the cash. It's more practical. Hehehe...

I love you all!

And the big reveal!!!
hehehehe
For this year's Halloween, my kids decided they were going to be mouseketeers!!!
I thought the idea was kinda cool actually!
How else to pay tribute to our most favorite MOUSE IN THE HOUSE!
I let them choose which circa they would want for their costumes. They chose the original 1955's uniform. So Annette F it is then...


Complete 1955 Mickey Mouse Club ensemble...the ears, white shirt with name on the front and original MMC logo at the back...
Although we made a big of a twist with the color of the skirt. Because it was Halloween we decided it would be black instead of blue.
















My girls with my own 30-year-old Mickey Mouse stuffed toy which an uncle sent to me from Orland, Florida.



HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!!!
Have fun and be safe!

(all photos taken at the house)

Almost threw my Blackberry!!!
Editing, concentrating while the kiddos are taking their naps.
Phone rings, I reach for it without taking my eyes off the computer.
I cringed at the rubbery thingy my hand fell on!!!
Sat up with a start and almost threw away the Blackberry!!!
Now, wouldnt you if this is what you see and touch?
HAHAHAHAHA
It's the rubber bat the kiddos were playing with earlier. They had put it on top of my phone.



HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE?
Have you got your costumes on now?

A Japanese kaleidoscope. One of Kyoto's traditional pieces. My girls got theirs from an auntie who came from Japan last week. The wrap is quite interesting as I have never seen textile being used on a kaleidoscope before. It's red. Very oriental.
It had been a very very long time since I've handled a kaleidoscope so I got pretty excited for my girls. They had fun indeed! Kept looking at it to no ends!
And according to Ava..."mama, a kaleidoscope is a rainbow butterfly?"
I just had to smile and kiss her. Coz that's exactly what you see inside. No better way to describe it.