City of Marikina

We decided to spend our holyweek vacation at my moms home in Marikina. Doon kami nagpa-apon for one week hehehe. At nakaroon kami ng maraming time para malibot ang halos lahat ng mga famous landmarks ng marikina. Very proud talaga sila mama ko sa Marikina kasi malinis daw ito at talagang naaalagaan ng mga tao doon pati ng mga namumuno doon ang kanilang bayan.

Marikina City Hall

Ma. Lourdes C. Fernando City Mayor

Marion S. Andres, M.D. City Vice Mayor

Marikina River Park

Marikina City takes pride in the historic Marikina River, whose exemplary rehabilitation won for the city several awards and citations.

The Largest Pair of Shoes in the World

Certified by the Guinness World Records as the largest pair of shoes in the world, this work of art and craftsmanship affirms Marikina City's supremacy in shoe manufacturing.

Marikorea Monument

This monument is the country's first structure honoring the 7,000 Filipino soldiers who helped defend South Korea in the bloody Korean War in the early 1950s.

World of Butterflies

Home to hundreds of butterflies of different species. Since its opening on July 25, 2004, it has become a must in the itinerary of educational tours as well as sightseeing trips.

Evolution Park

The evolution Park is a lush, landscaped haven. The dairy-farm theme, complete with 18 lige-size replicas of cows, pays homage to the beginnings of the evolution Park as the then-only grazing farm in Marikina.

Shoe Museum

It showcases about 800 pairs of shoes that once belonged to Former Philippine Fisrt Lady Imelda Marcos.

Sentrong Pangkultura ng Marikina

A two-centtury-old building was once ownde by Don laureano "Kapitan Moy" Guevara, recognized as the father of Marikina's shoe industry.

Juan's Bistro

Pagkatapos ng mahabang pag-iikot nagutom din ako at ang Juan's Bistro ang napili ko para sa aking tanghalian. Simple lang ang interior sa loob. Pinoy na pinoy ang dating dahil sa mga komiks style na mga designs nila. At malilibang ka sa pagbabasa ng history kung paano nagsimula ang Juan's Bistro dahil naka desplay ito sa pader ng restaurant na parang malaking komiks.

Kwento ng Juan's Bistro

Bistek Tagalog

Mais con Yelo

Menu of Juan's Bistro

Pacute lang....

Breastfeeding Station

May nabasa na ako minsan na may breastfeeding station para sa mga breastfeeding moms sa mga malls. Kaya ganoon na lang ang tuwa ko nang makakita ako ng isa noong minsang nagi-ikot ako sa MOA. Kaya naman pumasok ako para makisilip kung ano ba ang meron doon. Sa loob ng isang maliit na room ay may 2 upuan, maliit na sink at fortable table para sa baby mo pag nagpalit ka ng diaper. Napakasimple lang compare doon sa breastfeeding station ng Rustan Makati, Well Rustan naman kasi yun hehehe. Pero not bad na rin ito atleast they are promoting breastfeeding. So wala nang dahilan si mommy na mahiya na magpa breastfeed kay baby. Remember.... " Breastfeeding is still best for baby!".

Look for this sign that says breastfeeding Staton
a comfortable chair for you and your baby

A small sink and a baby change table is available

Bridal Show

Wedding month is fast approching so naglalabasan na rin ang iba't ibang wedding exhibit. At hindi rin nagpahuli ang SM Mall of Asia meron din sila.

"Celebrations!" A bridal show and Special Events Expo. Mark your calendar May 17 and 18, 2008 from 10am to 8:00pm.

To be part of this event just register to http://www.celebrations.com.ph/ or text your name at 0929-4428537.

See you there.

Manila Ocean Park

The Manila Ocean Park also knowed as the Oceanarium is the first and largest facility in the Philippines. Experience a wide variety of species, such as sharks, fishes and invertebrates indigenous to the Philippines and Southeast Asia. Walk through the 25 meter long underwater tunnel, surrounded by awesome creatures. Its fun and exciting way to learn for young and young at heart. The park is fully operational but the restaurant is still under construction. I plan to visit this place again after 2 months and I will bring my kids with me for sure they will love it here.

Hey did I mention that there is a 10% discount for all Manila resident, just present a valid I.D.

This big banner will greet you as you enter the themed park

Ticket PricesLobby Area of the Oceanarium

Ticketing Booth

Take a look at this kids having fun while learning at the multi-media of the Oceanarium

Hindi pa talaga tapos ang park as you can see may gumagawa pa sa likod ko hehehe

Got this bag from Insular Life for free!

Manila Ocean Park

Behind Quirino Grandstand

Luneta Park, Manila, Philippines

tel: (632) 567-7777

fax: (632) 567-2309

Email: marketing@manilaoceanpark.com

Website:www.manilaoceanpark.com

Star On Ice

Nagbro-browse ako ng mga old pictures ng mga babies ko ng makita ko uli ang pictures nila noong nagpunta kami sa Mall of Asia. Nakakatuwang balikan ang mga moments na yun kasi natatandaan ko pa na ayaw talaga ni Justin na mag-try na mag-skate kasi hindi daw siya marunong at nahihiya na bumagsak at makita ng ibang tao, si Alex ang may gustung-gusto noon kaya pinilit namin si Justin. Kumuha ako ng coach na mag a-assist sa kanila sa loob kasi pareho silang di marunong. Pero nakakatuwang makita na ang bilis nilang natuto lalo na si Justin minutes lang ay nabibitawan na sya agad. Itong mga moments na ganito ang mami-miss ko pag lumaki na ang mga babies ko.

An assistant helping Justin

Alex's turn

wow they are so excited

Meet Coach Angelo

Oooppps wait picture muna...

all set

A short lesson on how to walk on ice

Enjoy...

Easy take it easy alex

Oooopppps

They look so cute on ice definetly this won't be their last!