This is the truth……

Heart2Heart wants to start the year right… by always looking at the positive….Do take time out to watch the whole video….HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!  (Change Argentina to Philippines)

 

taken from: http://lookingforjuan.blogspot.com/2007/10/truth-about-philippines.html

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Raisin Bread

Probably everyone who went to Baguio has bought their raisin bread- the ever popular raisin bread from Baguio Country Club.  My friend, Michele, taught me another way to eat raisin bread.  She says that she slices the bread thinly, spreads some butter and sprinkles sugar on top. Then toast it!  YUMMY!!!!!

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I also discovered a different kind of raisin bread made by my friend, Lucille. It is different from the Baguio Country Club raisin bread because her version has fruits in it.  The twisted/braided shape is unique as well.  The problem is she does not sell them and you can only get one if she bakes one for you, good thing I am her friend :-)

 

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Noche Buena

What a beautiful way to celebrate the birthday of Jesus.  Celebrating as a family the Holy Mass, Family picture taking, noche buena, opening of gifts and bingo games.  We all enjoy and celebrate for Jesus.  Thank you to Tita Nedy for preparing the food, to Tita Len for organizing the picture taking and the games and to Tita Nena for always working so hard to dress up the occassion. JESUS deserves only the BEST!

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Celebrating the Holy Mass…………….

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And Noche Buena…………………………..

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MAP Toy Run

For 3 straight years, EDUCARE ( Jaric Foundation Inc. ) helped organize the MAP ( Motorcycle Advocates of the Philippines )  TOY RUN.  Motorcyclists set aside a day to give their time and to share some toys with the UNICEF children.  The event starts of with a motorcade by many motorcycle groups and leading the pack is Santa himself on a motorcycle too.  The riders drop off the toys in a bin and serve as an entrance to the event.  The kids enjoy the games, rides, entertainment and food.  The toys and loot bags are later on distributed to the children.  Thank you to all the generous sponsors who made the events a success!!  

Heart2Heart would like to pay tribute to MAP and to all the motorcyclists who made hundreds of children happy during the Christmas Season.  

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 For more information on MAP, visit: //www.motorcyclephilippines.com/MAP.html  share with a friend share with a friend

Christmas Dinner

This is how we celebrate Christmas dinner ( Dec. 24 ) every year with James’ family…. Thanks to Tina for always hosting and preparing everything.  We normally have picture taking, then dinner and the most awaited opening of gifts by the kids.  This is our first Christmas without Mom, we miss her, but she is always with us in spirit. 

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The dinner table…………………..

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The food………………. We all bring something to complete the Christmas buffet. 

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Gourmet Cheese ordered from Rachel**Ceasar Salad by Gerry and Tina** Remy’s Special Chicken by Uncle Rey and Aunty Remy ** Lasagna by John and Keena**Ham**Roast Beef by Tammy and Dina **Baked potatoes by Gerry and Tina**Prawn Gambas by James and Rica**Cherry Torte**Ice box cake and all desserts by Tina 

 

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Christmas Trees

Christmas Trees reflect the personalities of the people who own and decorate them. It is so nice to see many different colors and themes.  Hopefully Heart2Heart can capture more Christmas trees next Christmas.

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