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During the Holiday Break Part 2

Before the year ended, our family flew to one of my favorite shopping destinations. After making the first shopping stop at Toys R Us, the appeal of the city lost its luster to the kids. They were once again invigorated when we made our way to...


where Johann and Javi met their latest favorites...


Though we didn't get to see any of Disney Cars' characters in Disneyland, we found them at the Venetian in Macau...



The trip was extra special, specifically to Javi, because he got to ride almost all forms of transportation (bus, boat, plane and train) for the first time. Unfortunately, he was asleep when we rode the train back to the city.



It was a good thing that Johann was awake to remember the ride.



The kids witnessed the dragon dance along Canton road...


listened to the bagpipers in the airport...



and had their picture taken with one of our known lady lawmakers...



I am more particularly proud of my eldest because he has proven to be quite a young traveler. He wanted to show us that he is THE big brother by helping Daddy and Mama drag the lightweight luggage to the bus and by pushing Javi's stroller in the park.



It was a pain sometimes, when he refused to ride the stroller and insisted on being carried from Ocean terminal to the hotel room. We are mighty glad that we had just the right gadget to amuse them.


When it was time to bid 2010 goodbye, the boys including Vic were already asleep. I ended up watching the fireworks on TV while packing our stuff.

I am quite happy with this trip. Vic and I managed without the yayas again. The kids were happy that they were occasionally let loose. I had enough time to shop and I got what I planned on getting. We didn't overspend and still had money to put in our savings. I would've been happier if we had Bettina with us. But that is just not doable. Nevertheless, the year started off great for us. I wish it was the same with you. Though this greeting is several weeks behind, I wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2011!


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