Feb Fun 2009

Ronnel celebrated his nth bday yesterday and it was really special for the both of us because it's his first birthday as a father! Of course, baby couldn't greet him with hugs and kisses yet so he kicked his/her (yes! still!) hardest to greet daddy. We didnt do anything extravagant, just bought a cake, prepared some dinner (Palabok, Chicken Satay barbequed real-time and Puto pandan.) We had a few friends come over to share the special day and more food came. haha. Best of all, Ronnel had spent his day doing what he loves to do-- play NBA 2K9!

Ronnel's birthday prayer during the blessing of the food was quite simple. He wanted to thank God for all the blessings He has showered us thus far, for giving him another year, and for giving us a baby. He also thanked God for giving us good friends who are there for us to support us, to be our surrogate family, especially that our families are miles away and couldnt physically be with us to celebrate. And as for his birthday wish, he didn't say it out loud but I'm guessing, aside from me and baby being safe on our delivery, I bet he wished baby's a boy. Haha!

Here are pics of our simple birthday dinner last night:


Another update from me.. I just wanted to share that finally I'm a frustrated writer no more.

Finally, my writing skills have been acknowledged! Well, I'd like to think it has been acknowledged rather than they didn't have a choice put to publish my article.. haha.

My article was published on the IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysts) February 09 Newsletter. Attached is the newsletter and the full article.

IIBA Feb 09 NewLetter (check out Page 3)

Full Article (you wont be able to access their website without being a member)

Chinese New Year At NZ

New Zealand may be the first to celebrate New Year but we're definitely the last to celebrate Chinese New Year. But as they say, better late than never. Here are some pics from the Chinese New Year Expo in Wellington.