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December 16, 2015

MBP Christmas Party: A Christmas to Remember ROCKS!!!

 
It was truly a memorable day for the mommy bloggers who attended this years MBP Christmas Party last December 5 at The Linden Suites' Sky Lounge.
 

I will always remember...
 
 
1. The wonderful mommies I met, who arrived all glammed up in their red and gold outfit (a welcome change from our kitchen uniforms) ready for some serious fun! 
 
(Photo grab from Mommy Gracie of FabMama.net)
 
 
2. Mommy Lariza's "kakulitan" and love for curtains!

 

 
 
 
3.  The wonderful job of the event stylist ~ Amari Events in bringing an elegant and joyful mood to the party. 
I felt like a royalty attending a grand ball. 
 
 
 

4. The hefty lunch buffet sponsored by Mesclun, Linden Suites' in-house restaurant.
 
 
5. The gift roulette ~ which brought the house down with laughter! 
 
 
6. Shoppers Stop for the pretty jewelry boxes.
 

 
7. The MBP friends and sponsors  ~ who gave the mommies aching backs, arms and shoulders by showering us gifts almost impossible to carry :P 
   
 
Thank you for making MBP's Christmas Party 2015, truly "A Christmas Party to Remember".
 
 
  
Jolly

Rebisco VitaCubes
 

Villa Del Conte Chocolates
 

 
Lotus Biscoff

 
Frabelle Foods
  
 

Robinsons Supermarket
 

Melawares
 
Shoppers Stop

Chelsy and Casey

Wacoal

Red Ribbon
 

Cinnabon

 
 
Event stylist and venue:
  
The Linden Suites

Casa Litrato

And the Raffle Sponsors:

Fujidenzo
 
National Bookstore

 
 
 
"Smile... Happiness looks gorgeous on you!"
Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year to All!

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September 19, 2015

How to Throw a Simple Lego Themed Birthday Party at School

Is your child a Lego fanatic like mine, who can't seem to get enough of all things Lego? 


So for his recent birthday, we prepared a simple Lego themed party at school to share with his classmates.

It was a quick party celebration, not very different from his last year's Transformers' Themed birthday party. 


Two weeks before my son's birthday, I spoke with my son's adviser and sought approval to hold a birthday party at school before I started planning (I also got the number of number of student and teachers).


She agreed to a short birthday program over lunch, which was just enough time to feed the children and distribute loot bags.


I sent out invites to my son's classmates and teachers, through her class adviser, one week before our party date. She nicely attached the invites to the kids' diary, and was very kind to remind students, there is no need to bring "baon" on the party date.  


Matching thank you gift cards for the loot bags.


The invitations and gift cards were made by a good friend who owns a print shop ~
MKA-DE-SIGNS-PRINTING-SERVICES
  I have tried her many times before and she always delivers.
  


I got the loot bags at St. Francis Square for P12 each and Lego imitation toys at P40 each).  I know getting them at Divisoria is way cheaper, but Divi is a long way from home and I was only buying a few ~ the savings ain't worth the traffic (Note:  It is fine to haggle at St. Francis Square, they will give better prices for wholesales ~ 12+ pieces). 

We got the chocolate stuffers from the grocery store.  I took note to get good stuffers, that I don't mind giving my own children.

For his cake, I contacted a friend baker, who has been customizing birthday cakes for me for years now.



@TOY CAKES is also a trusted friend.  She can customize cakes that tastes as good (or is better) as they look. 

The night before the party, we pre-ordered KFC fully loaded meals for the students, teachers (and additional for the guards and my son's school bus drivers), for pick up the following morning. 

I gave special instructions to change the  soda to bottled water (at no additional cost) and additional paper bags to-go, since I was certain, most will not be able to finish their meal.   As always it was a fast a easy transaction with KFC.


We arrived early for the students' lunch (It is always better early than late for these kids).

It was nice to see, some of son's classmates brought gifts for my little boy.  He was obviously happy and surprised to fill up an entire huge plastic bag with gifts.


Then if was my son's turn to give out his goody bags to his classmate. My son giddily handed out the loot bags and  everyone were excited to get them (Note: I made extra for the teachers and the teacher assistants, I didn't want them to feel left out).



Note:  Remember to bring garbage bags and tissue paper.  The kids will get messy and it is just proper to help teachers clean up.

It was a wonderful day for my son.  He enjoyed it a lot and was so ecstatic to open his gifts. 
 


My son's birthday ended with more feasting with relatives.  My cousin Chef Jeff of JPJ Food Craze prepared ~

Red spaghetti (which was the cheesiest spaghetti ever)
Chicken cordon bleu with honey mustard sauce
Baked BBQ ribs partnered with mixed vegetables 
Lechon Pork Belly (sinful-sinful)
And baby potato salad
Oh and some healthy steamed Tilapia (lol)!




It was a happy long day for my kiddo (or should I say young man).
Happy 7th Birthday!
  I love being a mommy!     
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October 17, 2014

Ready, Aim, SMILE and SHOOT!

 
Have you ever heard of Purpose Driven Photography? 
Purpose Driven Photography is the life blood of Imagine Nation Photography Inc.   It is using ones given talent in photography for the greater glory of God. It may sound cliché or melo-dramatic for some, But really, what good is there in  taking beautiful photos if these are empty and there is no heart in them?

Imagine Nation Photography and it's sister company Wang Videography offer video and photography services that commits to help you remember cherished occasions, as extra special.   
 

(pictures courtesy of imaginenationphoto.com website)

Behind these beautiful and exquisite photographs is a group of gifted individuals, whose passion for photography and love of God has bonded them together.    
 
Through their apprenticeship programs, they heartedly teach photography skills to aspiring photographers; and beyond that the attitude and character that come with the skills.

Now for my impromptu photo:

 
This is true happiness!  
You don't just see it,  you feel it
and know that I am sincerely happy.  
Thanks Rochelle!  You guys are awesome.  
* * * * *
For your special occasions or if you are simply interested in one of their purpose driven photography workshops,  I recommend  services from Imagine Nation Photography and Wang Videography.  

Check out their website at http://imaginenationphoto.com/system/

or  

Contact Ms. Roch Palmiano  
life@imaginenationphoto.com
0917-5634585 / 713-7189

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September 6, 2014

Transformers' Themed School Birthday Party

We skipped the usual big party preparation for my son's sixth (6) birthday and opted for an in school birthday party.
 
My son enjoyed the recent Transformers' movie so much, a transformers' themed birthday party was an easy decision.
 
School birthday parties are simple and easier than a full party celebration.
 
With the following key elements: invitation, food, loot bag, cake and balloon.
 
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First. I coordinated with my son's adviser to:
  • agree on the time (including duration) and date of the party
  • get the names of my son's classmates
  • get the number of teachers and teachers' aides
  • agree on party program sequence
 
 
Second the invites.
 
"Transform and Roll Out" was a nice catch phrase I found in the web.  I contacted a friend with a printing business "Mka De Signs and Prints" and ended with this beautiful invitation.
 
 
 

Third the loot bag.  I spent most of my budget on loot bags.  Since I already saved a lot on entertainment, venue, etc.), 
I splurged a bit on loot bags. 
 
I wanted a re-usable packaging for the loots. 
and found a utility box at the Japanese Home with blue and pink handle.   
 

 

The loots - lego imitation toys (I got them cheaper in bulk), cookies, chocolates and candies (I got the good brands, ones that I would give my own kids).
   
To give the utility box the Transformer theme, I attached individual bag tags, also printed by Mka De Signs and Prints.

 
 

 
Fourth is the cake.  Guilty of stealing the design  from the web!  I gave the design to a baker friend who was happy to customize for me
(for a fee, of course!)
 
  

Fifth. The balloons were difficult to find, as they must have transformers' prints. 
I was relieved I found these in Sulit. 

 
Sixth. Food came from KFC.
As the party starts early at 830 (on time for recess), we placed our orders the night before.
 
For the children, we ordered the Spaghetti Fully Loaded meal (at P150 per meal), which comes with spaghetti, chicken, French fries (for fixin') and water (KFC allows change from softdrinks to bottled water at no additional cost), the meal also came with soup (but we did not serve them anymore).
 

We also got Spoonful for the children (which was a good thing since ice cream would be difficult to transport, the spoonful doesn't melt easy).

 
For the adults, we ordered 1 pc Chicken Fully Loaded.
 


It sure was tiring, but worth it. 
 
The kids were all happy with their loots and balloons and my child can't stop smiling ~ hugging and kissing me the entire time!   
 
I love my mommy duty!
 
TIPS:
(1) Kids would most likely be unable to finish their food, so it is best you come prepared and bring "to go plastic/paper bags".  We got extra paper bags from KFC.
 
(2) Although the kids went wild over the balloons, these were hard to transport.  We hardly fit into an AUV with KFC food boxes, cakes and 21 balloons inside.  
 
(3) Order extra for the utility, guards and your child's school service driver.
 
(4) Bring your own garbage bag and paper towels (spills are bound to happen) and help clean the room.
 
(5) Make a checklist of the things to do and bring.  Often left items are: candle, lighter/matches and cake knife (if you are serving the cake).
 
 
 

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November 19, 2013

A Ninjago Birthday Party for a 5 Year Old!

I thought it was a cute idea to have a Ninjago Birthday Party.  My 5year old is a Ninjago fan, so a Ninja themed party was an obvious easy decision. 
 
The excitement, however, was short lived and ended right after I started scouting for party supplies and give-aways.  There were no readily available party supplies on ninja parties and had to rely on my DIY prowess (lol!).
 
 
Booking the venue was the easiest part of the party prep.
My 5 years old told me that ninjas love pizza (he pointed out the Ninja Turtles, hmmn) so we ended booking the event at Shakeys. 
 
 
INVITES AND TARPS
 
I sourced Ninjago pictures from the ever dependable internet and designed this "save the date invites" and posted it in facebook to set the tone of the party.
 




The tarp was designed by MKA de signs printing.  Very efficient and well made. 





COSTUME

There were very limited ninja costumes in the market, so I ordered this through Amazon online.  He specifically requested for a green ninja, which apparently is the color of  "Ninjago Lloyd". 



This was one of the party teasers I posted in the fb event page. 

Finding a family costume was difficult, good I chanced upon this online shop - The Krafty Junkie that sells customized Ninjago shirts.  I had the shirts labeled as follows:

  • Master of Spinjitsu (green shirt, Spinjitsu is the Ninjago martial arts ) - for the celebrant
  • Big Bro San (blue shirt, "san" means mr. in Japanese) - for my eldest (kuya)
  • Sensei (red shirt, "sensei" means teacher) - for me
  • Dai-Sensei (black shirt, dai-sensei means great teacher) - for hubby

Krafty Junkie is very efficient.  The shirts were nicely printed.  I got very good feedback from our guests!

 


 
 CAKE AND CUP CAKES
 
 

I got the Ninjago cake concept also from the internet.  I gave the design to Toy Cakes and was quite pleased with the end result. Tastes good and very reasonably priced.  Highly recommended.

Toy Cakes contact number is (0906) 2959093). 

 
 
VENUE AND PARTY AMENITIES
 
 
Shakeys Ortigas Extension has ample parking and fits 70 easily.  However, I had over 90+ guests and had problems sitting them.  I can't seem to find the crew nor the manager.  I had to make several follow ups for additional chairs and personally find chairs for my guests...
 



Loot bags came with the party amenities.  You can opt to exclude, but find the goodies inside of good quality and decided to keep. 

I also ordered Ninjago pillows for additional give aways, but I forgot to take pictures.  Fortunately found them posted in my suppliers (Jmxstudios net) sulit page.  I used the pillows as game prizes. 



I ordered Shakey's Monster Meal and had it served buffet style. 

 

I ordered personalize Ninjago shirts for my son's classmates.  I got their names in advance and had it printed on the shirts.  I thought it was a nice touch to the party theme.
All his classmates were present in their Ninjago shirts. 
 
 
ENTERTAINMENT
 
William the Magician was a big hit with the kids.  He took charge of the games, did fabulous magic and ventriloquism. 
 




After party picture taking...




 
One tired, but happy ninja~!






 

 

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July 13, 2013

It is what they call a ~ Luau Baby Shower!

 
 
What is a more beautiful theme to celebrate a coming baby girl, but through some SEXY hula party... Luau is just so festive, colorful and really girlie!!!
 
                         So when I hosted a baby shower for my sister, who is having a princess :D, a Luau Party was a homerun.
    

You can't have a luau party without leis. 
I got these on line for P35 a piece. 
I bought 20 and the seller gave me 5 wrist leis for free.

 



I went on art attack mode and made these Hawaiian paper flowers,
we copied from the internet to decorate the house.

Cutee Hawaiian Girl standee...

Give-aways were personalized sandal key chains and phone accessories from Boracay.



A big hit among the guests, is this tarp of Hawaiian lovers dancing :P 
(That's my preggy sister - at the sexiest she can get and her husband). The guests were giggling the whole time while taking pictures.  
 
 
The sweets bar - not very Tiki-Tiki though!




 
 
For activities, we had:
(1) Hula dancing (this was so much fun, everyone was up on their feet swaying their hips and all - funny watching a pregnant woman dancing hula!)
 


(2) DIY luau diapers (funny but weird!)



(3) Beer "bottle" drinking contest  (It was a lot harder than you think)!
 


 
 
(4) Smell my nappies (We poured various cooking condiments into baby diapers. We blindfolded the players and asked them to name the condiments used) - really yucky...




We feasted on seafood pasta, pork bbq, fruit salad, fresh lumpia, nachos and dips - and crabs :P 



 
I made Hawaiian punch from pineapple juice, raspberry mix and 7up and placed wines at the side, for those who wants to amp up their drinks.



 
For dessert we served a customized cake (I stole the idea from the internet and asked a friend to do it for me) ~ preggy lady in coconut bra and grass skirt (do you see the baby footprint sticking out her tummy?) 
So cute!  But it felt a little weird slicing the first piece.... 




 
 
My tired sister with her loot!!! 

Thanks for coming!  XOXO Ayla...


If you want affordable customized delicious cakes and cupcakes I recommend Toy Cakes (toycakes@facebook.com). 

For Hawaiian themed party leis you can not go wrong with Hawaiian Leis and Costume Philippines (shaneshawaiianlei@facebook.com).
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