My Birthday gift's a month delayed but worth the wait. It was no secret when Lina got the cds since I had to send my payment of course (I won't mention anymore how much, he's happy and that's more important also promise fulfilled) but the surprise part was not knowing what cds we got for him. I never told him til the day I handed him that package. I actually opened it ahead of him when I picked it up from the post office, I guess I was more excited. It was perfect timing also that same day hubs was doing some overtime and I brought dinner and the package to his office. I knew that will break his stressed mind getting his much awaited cds. Can you see he's so so happy!? He played it right away til we finally left the office by 3am. Nothing beats a gift fresh from Japan and more it traveled all the way to Malaysia before reaching US. Again, Thanks so much Lina for doing this great favor for me. It truly made my husband so happy and me too!

Last Saturday me and hubby were invited by his former officemate to a Diwali Dinner. We didn't know exactly what was Diwali except an Indian celebration. Her place is very far from where we live but since it's been 2yrs the last time they saw each other and for her to finally meet me, we decided to go. We wanted to just enjoy and get back in touch with a friend so off we go.

I didn't (again) bring our camera because I'm shy to snap photos there. We're not the only one invited but other of her friends as well. It turned out to be an enjoyable night chatting and meeting new faces. There I got to understand more what Diwali is while talking to one Indian guest there (sorry about the name, hard to remember and pronounce). I was told that Diwali is like an Indian Christmas or thanksgiving that's why it's meant to be shared with special people eating, spending time together and dressing up for the occasion. They were all pleased when we greeted them "Happy Diwali".

We ate traditional Indian foods especially prepared by Asha herself. Boy, she cooks good! I knew I shouldn't eat more than 1/2 cup of rice but I simply couldn't resist it... very nice and tasty! Despite not serving any meats there it didn't really matter because everything was just so delicious. Couldn't eat much too because spicy foods are quite a no-no for pregnant women. I was happy already to try all those authentic dishes she prepared.


We didn't stay too long and left around 10:30pm. They were going to start the cake cutting that time. We're delighted to see the cake we brought there was taken out for everybody to enjoy. Do you think we came home empty handed? nope! Asha gave us a gift too (and all other guests) and it's so sinful for me to indulge right now so it's for hubs =) Pretty tempting huh? Isn't she so nice to hand everybody such a gift?

I was talking to my former officemate who's now in Dubai working for an architecture and construction firm there. I know how she feels being far from her family and I understand her longing. As we talk she then mentioned good places to visit there that she's been to like luring me to go there for a visit. As much as I want to travel across the globe to see great places I can't right now due to commitments and my current condition too. Perhaps in time I can consider that place too.


I've heard a lot friends friends and other people about working in UAE. Different versions of their deals there, some positive and some negative. Well I really can't judge it by just hearing their views and experiences until I see it myself. Now that tourism has boomed there, it won't be difficult to find hotels in Dubai if ever a prolonged stay is intended. Aside from the local sights to see many also fly using Etihad to Abu Dhabi or Dubai to see the IRB Dubai World Rugby & 7's good for those sports enthusiasts =).


Sharjah on the other hand the 3rd largest of the 7 emirates that make up UAE was also well recommended to me. I was told that this could be a nice shopping haven for "shopaholics" having most modern shopping centers there. A place where tourists can enjoy a holiday in the sun strolling around lagoons, Arabian deserts and seas; exploring heritage sites, mosques and museums; and find good buys in the traditional markets. Having a place to stay there won't be a problem since Sharjah hotels are all over to suit the travellers' comfort.

...the concert stage with the huge screen...

Hi everybody! Sorry for the delay, only now I had the chance to make the final episode of this 3 part post. I've been very busy with my clinic visits. I decided to make a video for this particular post because I don't want to make it too long thus making it hard for the page to load with tons of photos. I used the audio I recorded during the concert and the photos of the life size models from the exhibit. I hope you'll enjoy the video too.

Sunday's our church day and we usually attend 12:15pm mass but not this time, hubs didn't want to be late for this event so we decided to just attend the afternoon mass after the show. We headed straight to hp pavilion knowing there might be an exhibit for us to enjoy. As early as 1pm people were starting to crowd the area and the show starts @ 2pm. We decided to walk around first and see what they have around aside from all the souvenirs and programs being sold there. We were so delighted to see cute kids all dressed up as Star Wars characters, only if I had my trusty camera with me... I could've snapped hundred of photos! (hehehe I'm quite a shutterbug)


We really didn't buy any of the souvenirs because it's way too pricey! The had numerous shirts, sweaters and other stuffs for sale but priced from $25 up. The program which is a softcover book contains a rare assemblage of images and articles, including a personal message by John Williams and a profile on the music of the Star Wars saga by Michael Matessino. The imagery features breathtaking scenic spreads and rare behind-the-scenes photos from all 6 films and scoring sessions @ $30. We passed on all those collectibles luckily for hubs I got him a Star Wars shirt last Friday when I went for a little shopping in Kohl's which is more reasonably priced @ $10.


Here are some nice artworks displayed there. These are large format prints of the original backgrounds for the entire saga. Do you recognize any of the background artworks which episode was it used?