Hong Kong: Noah's Ark

DH and I brought our kids to Hong Kong over the holidays, we went to the usual places where family goes, Ocean Park, Victoria Peak, etc.

The newest place to visit was Noah's Ark. Check out the link. It's an awesome place for kids.
One of the main attraction was the Ark Expo. I really like how they make..

• Extraordinary Multi-Media Presentation of the Noah's Ark and Evaluate its Significance to the World Today and in Future
• Imagine the Journey of Noah in a 180 ° Great Flood Theatre
• Marvel at the Fine Collection of Ark Models from Far Corners of the World that describe The Great Flood in History
• Examine the largest Meteorite Exhibit in Hong Kong
• Learn about the Microscopic Animal Kingdom
• Relax in the 4D Theatre which shows the Amazing Power of Nature and the Challenges our Planet is facing

The Treasure House, there are 15 discovery galleries in Treasure House. Elements of life education, multiple intelligences, critical thinking and liberal studies are all integrated in our fun-filled exhibitions and programs especially designed for children aged 3-15.

And of course, the Ark Garden, features life-sized handcrafted animals! 

 

 

 

 

 

Entrance fee was HK$100/adult. HK$85/child

The downside was it is not easily accessible by public transport. The fastest way to get there is by ferry, which you can take at Central Pier. Go to terminal 2, ferry to Park Island. When we get to the ferry terminal, there are no ferry tickets for sale! Be sure to load your Octopus Card, our card were charged HK$10/pax for one way fare to the Park. Be prepared also to WALK! Bring stroller for young kids. The walk from the ferry terminal to Noah's Ark is about 1-1.5km.

But it's all worth the visit.

Sexy Back

I'm back with DH and the kids. I'm exhausted. I've been sleeping early since we got back 2 days ago, and I still feel tired. We all had so much fun, had a blast with my children, the bonding we had is incredible, including my mom, and my nephew and niece. I just started uploading our pictures.

Will blog about the trip soon.

10:09 pm now and I'm ready to hit the sack. zzzzz.. Just want to say, may this year 2010 brings you so much hope, and to trust God. Read your Bibles, learn from the teaching of Jesus and obey them. Pray and let God do the work. 

Run Then Eat, Makes You Feel Good, Not Guilty!

Today I have a brunch date with my discipleship girlfriends, I learned we are having buffet at Spiral (at Sofitel Philippine Plaza)

So I force myself out of bed at 5.45am this morning, grab DH to join me and ran for 1 hour at Mall of Asia By The Bay, just to compensate the buffet that I'm going to indulge! I did actually feel good, work out first then reward yourself!

Tomorrow, I'm flying out with DH and my babies. Vacation Rocks!

Happy New Year Everyone :) 

I look forward to 2010, another year of journey with my Master, my Lord, Jesus.

Somewhat Emotional

My Dear Daughter turns 3 last October 3. October 2 they announced that Typhoon Parma (Pepeng) is hitting Philippines, including Metro Manila. Of course, with the trauma that the Filipinos went thru Typhoon "Ondoy", I called my immediate family the plans of celebrating her birthday will be postponed. I was one of the many Filipinos who went to the grocery that day and stocked up my pantry. I even bought my 2nd unit of emergency light. I bought a small chocolate cake and some cute "do-it-yourself" sugar decor, just to let my daughter blow her cake on her actual birthday..

I'm so sure thousands of Filipinos are praying.

October 3 came, and there was no rain..the storm has been diverted to Northern Luzon-Cagayan. Metro Manila was spared. How amazing.. if only ALL Filipinos pray like that everyday.. Our country will be so blessed.

Anyway, here's the simple cake that I prepared first thing in the morning.

She loveees it! She gave me the sweetest smile and said "Thank you Mommy" and my Dear Son was also excited.

It is 8.30am and I kept observing the weather. By 10am I decided to push thru with the gathering. I'm a mother, and I am the one who's excited to see the REAL cake!

Animal Mechanicals Cake by Kitchen Krafts

To those who watch Playhouse Disney channel, you should know this show. They are my kids absolute favorite. I provided Kitchen Krafts with the picture I downloaded over the internet. My kids were ecstatic!

My little girl. She rocks my world with her curly hair; her dimples; sassy character. It was just like yesterday, she was born in Hong Kong via Lamaze and I took care of my new born for 3 weeks without yaya, or help from anyone. It was just me and her.

Don't grow up so fast my little one... Yes, I became emotional.

Running Like a Headless Chicken

I've been busy these past few weeks, hence my blogging absence. From taking turns to visit my Dear Grandmother in the hospital (confined 1 week) due to breathing complications; school started last week for my Dear Son; project deadlines for clients; my brief visit to Hong Kong; my triathlon training for June 14; and the daily errands that I've been doing for the past 7 years.

I'm not complaining! Now that Dear Grandma is out of hospital, triathlon has been conquered, I can seat down and catch my breath.

But I got a lot of stories to tell :)