Here are the things we learned and did during our 14th and 15th week of homeschooling...
Week 14
In week 14, we studied about letter L and its sound, counting by 2s, order (shortest to longest), and directions. We also learned about King David, Absalom, being obedient, praising God, good vs bad, how bad is lying, idea of punishment and ways on showing respect to women.
Here are some of the activities we did in week 14:
The boys created a representation of the ark of the covenant...
For letter recognition...
For counting...
Longest to shortest...
Drawing activity showing that King David had done something wrong...
Week 15
Week 15 is a review week. We reviewed letters I to L as well as their sounds. During this week, we also learned about King Solomon, matching, order (smallest to largest), building motions, concept of gratitude and opposites.
Here are some of the activities we did in week 15:
I have a new favorite snack. It's the chicken empanada of Yumpanada! =)
Yes, I know that Yumpanada has been existing for the longest time already. But I just had a taste of it when the seller of the house that we bought gave me some during one of our meetings. It's so yummy, I swear!
Initially, I didn't know that it's from Yumpanada. I even asked the seller where did she buy it and she just told me that she bought it at a kiosk in front of KFC (previously Fernando's Supermarket) near Philam Village. Then one Sunday after we visited one of my best friends at Philam Village, I looked for the kiosk and that's the only time I learned that it was Yumpanada.
Here is the kiosk...
A closer look of their assorted empanadas...
If I only knew that it was Yumpanada, I could have just gone to their branch at SM Southmall (I believe I saw one there). Hehe. Anyway, aside from being yummy, it is also inexpensive. It's only P20.00 per piece for their regular empanada. Aside from that, they have Yumsavers wherein you get additional discount if you buy in bulk.
After we attended the Johnson's Baby Factory Launchat Active Fun BGC, we went to Brasas at Evia for the Kulilits' 3rd birthday celebration.
Brasas' Facade
I chose Brasas because I got intrigued when a Facebook friend posted a photo of them eating there. The food seems very appetizing that's why I asked that FB friend where is it located and told to myself that I'll eat there someday.
Brasas serves Latin American food...
The restaurant space of Brasas at Evia is just small with al fresco dining. Since we have kids and an infant with us, we chose to be seated inside.
There were a lot of diners by the time we arrived there so we waited outside first. While waiting, the Kulilits' Tito Ninong Paolo excitedly gave his gift to the boys to keep them busy...
Tito Ninong Paolo with Ian and Chris
and it worked...
Ian and Chris
After almost an hour, we were finally led inside the restaurant.
We stayed at the restaurant's loft which made it look that it was exclusive for us...
Below are their menu cards/placemat...
We ordered already while waiting for the other family members to arrive.
While waiting for the food that we ordered, we had some photos taken first and here are some:
Hubby and his siblings (except for JC who is currently working in Singapore)...
Kuya Bimbo, Doc Padu & Chezca
The Kulilits playing with their new toy together with their Tita Ninangs...
Ai, Ian, Chris and Chezca
My FIL and my wacky dad...
Lolo M and Papa G
Then, the food that we ordered arrived.
Carne Asada Fries (Large cut Fries, Carne Asada, Chorizo-Beef Chili, Chipotle sauce, Pico de gallo) for our appetizer...
P190.00
Pollo Asado Platter (Charcoal-Grilled Chicken thigh fillet, South American slaw, Spanish rice & Chimichurri)...
P210.00
Carne Asada Platter (Charcoal-Grilled Beef sirloin, South American slaw, Spanish rice & Chimichurri)...
P250.00
Puerco Asado (Slow-roasted pork belly with crunchy skin, Tajadas, Rice & Beans, South American Slaw)...
P280.00
Latin Rice Pilaf (Baked Rice with Carrots and Bell Peppers)...
P40.00
The food serving size at Brasas is American serving size. It can be eaten by a single person or can be shared depending on the appetite of the person who will eat. In our case, I ordered two serving of each and just bought extra rice.
The food there is delicious. Hubby's favorite is the Puerco Asado. He told me that my order is not enough for him and he wanted more. What I liked most are their rice for you can eat it as is. I loved their rice & beans and Latin rice pilaf.
The price of their food is relatively inexpensive since they have big serving. Imagine, our bill did not even reach P2,000.00 (net of the Senior Citizen discounts of course). =)
Before eating, we had our group picture first...
Then group wacky photo...
After eating our dinner, we sang birthday song to the Kulilits...
Then we had our family photo taken...
with a wacky one also...
That's it! A simple yet very memorable 3rd birthday celebration of the Kulilits! =)
I actually posted these photos in my personal Facebook account:
Ian
Chris
I just find them too adorable even though they have food all over their faces and shirt. Don't you agree with me?
This also reminded me of my dirty face photo when I was a kid (with mangoes all over my face and body) which made me caption Ian's photo "You've never been a kid if you don't have a photo like this..."
How about you, do you also have a dirty face photo when you were a kid?
When I checked my Twitter, I saw that the number one trending topic is #PrayForPangasinan. I got curious so I read the tweets under that topic. From the tweets, I learned about Prophet Sadhu and his prophecy to the Philippines. Again, I got curious so I searched for his prophecy on YouTube.
Let me share it to you...
Scary right? Actually, I got goosebumps while watching it because we've experienced some calamities already at the exact places that Prophet Sadhu mentioned such as Samar, Leyte, Mindoro, Palawan, etc.
Now, it was in the news last night that there is this certain mysterious flesh-eating skin disease in Pangasinan.
Check on this...
Pangasinan was also mentioned in the prophecy which coincidentally matched what has been happening there right now.
What do you think? Is the prophecy of Prophet Sadhu true?
It has been a month now since our BOYB episode was aired. We were actually the first set of twins who played in the BOYB twins edition. =) All I can say is that we had an awesome and memorable experience during the taping. At least for one day, we got a feel on how to be an artista (actor/actress). Hehe.
We had our taping last January 14, 2014 and I was just almost a month post cs op then. But that did not stop us from joining the game show for we don't want to miss the once in a lifetime opportunity that was given us to win a million peso (minus the 20% price tax, of course) and to be seen on national television. Hehe.
Anyway, that Tuesday, we arrived at ABS CBN area at around 2:00pm. We had our late lunch first before going inside ABS CBN. At around 3:00pm, we went inside already and proceeded to the dressing room.
The twins went to the play area first together with the other twins and had some activities with a teacher while I had my hair and make-up done.
At around 6:00pm, we were asked to go inside the BOYB studio. We had a briefing first about what we were suppose to do during the taping plus the blocking. Then after that, the studio audience were already asked to go inside to practice the BOYB dance steps. In between practice, the Kulilits went gaga at the studio. They went to the stage and played there.
They even got the attention of the BOYB dancers...
That they started taking photos of them...
and even had a souvenir photos with them...
The actual taping started at around 7:00pm already. We were the first one to play. It was super funny that time because when we were about to be introduced, there was a technical difficulty that time. The automatic door were we came out did not fully open because it got stuck. It was only when the director called cut when we realized the reason why we had a hard time going out of the door. Hubby and I actually bumped on each other while going out because we were trying to fit through the door. Hehe.
Anyway, while they were fixing the door, my cousin took a photo of me and hubby...
So there, after 15 minutes, the automatic door was fixed already then we resumed our taping. We had some chikka first with Juday at the start. It was actually long compared to what was aired. After that, the Kulilits played already with their daddy inside the baby dome while I stayed with Juday. While watching the Kulilits play, I was cheering like crazy all the time. Unfortunately, we lost this round because I had a wrong bet. Haha! Anyway, a P5,000.00 consolation prize was given to us. Hehe.
Losing the first round did not make us lose our hopes because there is still a jackpot round. =)
Here is our picture with the other contestants before the jackpot round...
Before the jackpot round, I'm telling myself that I need to win the round. That is because (1) we need additional money for the renovation of the house that we just bought and (2) being a competitive person and a UP graduate, I think that it is very shameful of me if I don't win (that's just my opinion).
During the jackpot round, all the twins are starting to remove the stuffed toys to reveal the pictures that we need to guess. I really focused on the pictures so that I can guess first. When I already know the phrase and ready to guess it, I immediately pressed the button of the joystick that I'm holding. Then Juday called my name and asked me for my answer. I'm very lucky to answer it correctly. When I'm told that my answer is correct, I'm totally on cloud nine that time because I can't believe that I won.
Moving forward to the basagin ang baboy part (breaking of the piggy bank), we were given 3 chances. The numbers that we have in mind were 2,1 and 7. We chose piggy bank number 2 first which contains P250,000.00. At that point, it was very hard for us to decide if we are still going to take another chance because that is already the highest amount before the P1 million and the house and lot. But then, we have nothing to lose since we went to ABS CBN with nothing so we took another chance. Hubby broke piggy bank number 1 which contains P200,000.00. After that, we settled already with that amount and did not take our last chance anymore. Juday gave us the opportunity to check what's inside piggy bank number 7 (which was not aired). Good thing that we stopped already because piggy bank number 7 contains only P150,000.00 for the P1 million and house and lot were in piggy banks number 5 and 6 respectively.
After the taping, we had our souvenir photo with Ms. Judy Ann "Juday" Santos Agoncillo...
P200,000.00 (P160,000.00 net of 20% price tax) is good enough for us. It will be a big help in our house renovation. =) What's important is that we enjoyed the game show plus the fact that we had our 30 minute of fame! Hehe! =)
Anyway, in my previous blog post, someone asked me for a tip during the mock play (audition). Again, here are my personal tips...
Make sure that your child has already eaten before the audition.
Make sure that your child slept well (have a complete sleep).
Let your child be a child be child, don't pressure them.
Excite your child by telling him/her that he/she will play inside the baby dome.
Make sure that your child is active because they want to see an active child and not a robot.
Just be yourselves, enjoy and don't be nervous because they want to see a happy family.
Before I end this blog entry, I want to share you some of the teasers of the episode that we were in:
I (with Mama G as the financier) bought it from Savemore Supermarket at Festival Supermall. It tastes so much the same as the Bambu brand and the Kulilits loved it also. It is an imported brand that's why it's quite expensive. Nevertheless, it's worth it!!!
