My Family by Trixie

My Family by Trixie, age 3.7
From left:  Papa, Syoti Brenzie, Mama and Trixie


I think it's the month of mothers which encouraged Trixie to do a lot of art these days, but what surprised me is that she is now into drawing figures. (See Trixie's drawings of bears in the Photos section.)  Last night, she drew this picture of our family and gave it to me as a Mother's Day gift.  Actually, the art gifts for Mother's Day have not yet ended.  I'm guessing next month would be drawings for Father's Day.  Notice my BIG face (or bigger than Brandon's).  I asked her why Mama's face is so big.  Her answer:  "Your face is really big."  Why do I have to ask.

Trixie's Drawings

Trix drew these this morning. Glad to be able to take photos of her art; there's no way to keep them since she used a travel sketcher.

Ako at ang SSS...

I just received my check from SSS and that's reason to celebrate.  It's not a huge amount, but it's enough for a month's grocery expenses OR two original art from Beth Parrocha OR shopping money for nursing wear OR Chinese lessons for Trixie this coming schoolyear.  I have some distrust in this government and I can't wait for the 2010 elections, but getting my maternity benefits check made me thank PGMA somehow. So, thanks, po! 

Kudos to the trustee postman who, even with an incomplete address in the SSS letter (not quite fully efficient huh?), still managed to deliver it at our doorstep.  Once again, salamat, manong!

Portrait of a Cheese Cupcake

Nothing beats a home-baked Pinoy cheese cupcake for merienda. Photos by Brandon.

Brandon and Brendan

My beloved boys :) Tell me, do they look alike?

Kalabasa for Dinner

Brandon fired away with his camera while Brenzie was having Pumpkin Puree with Mama de Leche for dinner (or simply pumpkin with breastmilk). He is such a happy eater. (Got that from Brandon I'm sure!)

My Funny Girl

Trixie just loves playing silly in front of the camera. I'm glad she has a sense of humor.

Happy Together

Seeing my Trixie and Brenzie smiling and having fun is so rewarding. I just love being a mom to these kids.

Photo Album 2009-05-05

Pure Joy

Seeing my kids smiling and giggling is truly a perfect mother's day gift. This takes all the stress and exhaustion away!