At each and every stop over, to and fro, during our Vacation, it left us with gems that will grace our memory forever. The marvel of having visited a beautiful country blessed with wondrous sights and more importantly, to have met friends who unbelievably gave us nothing less than the best of themselves.
Even Lollii, the daughter of Star, who was with us for the vacation could not contain her personal delight as she reminisced about her experiences at her Blog’s Post,
“A Spellbinding Fruit Of Faith: Arrival In Malaysia“
Our happiness and enjoyment didn’t stop in Malaysia. I enthuse that I am blessed to be surrounded with friends, as great as these, friends who expound what friendship means by their deeds. I could see that they made personal sacrifices so that we had the best arrangements.
Jackie with hubbie, Alvin and baby Thirdy
In Manila, my long-time friend Jackie, graciously and without hesitation, provided us lodging at her home during our week-long vacation. She and her husband accommodated us with open arms, a hallmark of that unmistakable and indelible trait of Filipino hospitality – renowned for her warmth and graciousness if you have not experienced it or you haven’t yet heard about it.
Her sincerity, generosity, kindness and hospitality were so tangible. None of which was dampened by several years that had separated us. Our rapport is as strong as it was before, such that it felt we were separated only yesterday. Amazing!
Upon our arrival at NAIA from GenSan, Jackie was at the airport to greet and meet us. Her husband and her took time out to be such wonderful hosts to us. Furthermore, Jackie also prepared our itinerary so that on our return from Malaysia, we would benefit some more from our vacation.
First stop-over from GenSan to Manila at NAIA
Did we know the excitement ahead of us? NO!
On our first day in Manila before leaving for KL the next day, Jackie brought us to the famous Pinoy Big Brother House. Turned out that it was the same day the crew were setting up for the final eviction of the housemates. They really had a hard time stopping us from taking photos. One crew even offered to capture photographs of the group.
In front of Pinoy Big Brother House
Posing with some from the crew
It was actually a “no entry” zone, but we were able to convince them through our power of persuasion to finally say “agree” and allow us to enter the vicinity of the PBB house.
Another take at PBB House
Still outside PBB House
After our short stint at the PBB house, we proceeded at the Trinoma Mall for a stroll and yes! Photoshoot as usual, LOL!
We can never stand straight for photo takes. Dont ask me why.
Hi! we are having fun
May I present to you Manila's skyline
Gosh! they left me behind
Somewhere outside Trinoma
After a few hours at Trinoma, Jackie, Sarah and yours truly had to leave my companions to attend the worship service at the Central Temple. Jackie took most of the photos that’s why her presence was missed.
Sarah, my brother's sweetheart and I
Another take with Sarah
Sarah and I at our Church garden
Jackie is a perfect example of a “Jill of all trades”, one who is accomplished with multi-tasking. She is like a page torn out from the best books on time management. Apart from making sure that we all felt at home at their simple abode, she never missed a beat to ensure that she took good care of her family needs, especially for her sweet little and lovely baby, Thirdy as well as her husband.
Jackie cooks really well. We ate all the delicious food she prepared to our delightful contentment. What is so laudable is that before leaving for work, she prepared all our meals; breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks.
Jackie did not relent with her meticulous effort to ensure that we were at ease and cared for while at her home. She is truly a wonderful friend and a remarkable host!
After we returned from Malaysia, she organized a picnic for us. We went to La Mesa Eco Park. You know how relieving and reinvigorating a picnic is after we had spent several days of continuous travel, the accrued lack of sleep due to our tight schedule, our point to point transits and living out of a suitcase.
Star's energy totally spent after meeting Jimmy
Typical Filipino outdoor let's party together
Under the tatched roof, food and fun in the air
And there's mischief in the air too. LOL!
No! you can't have it. I will eat for you.
Yeah! He is tickling my feet for a massage
Now what is he up to this time?
After a sumptuous lunch and a good massage, we had photo-shoot at the park.
Guys! we are looking for marriable men as strong as this tree
Keep your leg straight, Lainy!
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
At The Park
At The Park with the group
With Kathleen & Ate Tess
Off the beaten track because we could not find a Comfort Room
Nightfall and the moods sets in
If you go out in the woods tonight...with my friend Jackie
After the picnic, we took a stroll at the 32-hectare Mall of Asia (MOA).
It gave us the opportunity to exchange our remaining currency from the Malaysia trip at a money changer inside the mall.
How much cash do you think we had left? LOL!
At the Mall
Windy said: Keep your legs crossed-and we obeyed
Outside Mann Hann, while waiting for our turn to dine.
After a little strolling here and there, we all got tired. Alvin, Jackie’s husband, gave us a nice dinner treat. And that is actually most of what we did throughout the entire vacation – eat and eat and eat, LOL!
That's all that was left - the rest was gobbled in record time
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GRabeh!!!! Lami kaayo imo story lainy!.. I wish kahit mn lang winisik na talent sa writing skills nimu len, ma mna nku… heheheh!
Btw, buotan kaayo c Jackie. na feel pud nku pag met nato ai.. Feeling close gani ko niya kron.. eheheh!
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Lainybelle Reply:
July 11th, 2010 at 9:28 pm
@honey,
Haha! Thanks Hon! Maulaw man pud ta ana. Ikaw baya akoang next featured post, basin di ko maka-come up nice nga article, hehe!
But-an mo lang! Super but-an jud Hon!
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That was a blast, Sis! Daghana diay ninyo trips and turns sa Manila oi! Wala si Ally ka-kuyog ninyo? You were blessed with another friend in the person of Jackie! How wonderful! Sauna ra nimo sya friend sis or virtual friend lang?
Nag-enjoy ko ani nga post.
Thanks again!
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Lainybelle Reply:
July 11th, 2010 at 9:32 pm
@Recel,
Indeed it was, Sis! Wa kakuyog si Ally sa amoang escapades kay matulog daw sya, LOL! Pero nagkita mi bag-o ko nibalik Gensan.
Jackie was a friend from way back. Church buddy nako ni sya. Tanang lakaw sa youths sa church namo, magkauban mi ani. Nagbulag lang kay nanimpalad sa Manila unya nagminyo pud. Iyang Nanay kay Ninang sa akoang Mama sa kasal ug Ninang pud sa akoang Boss. Ninang ng bayan ba, hehe!
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I can’t seem to remember your comments are at the top before you see the post, so I scroll down to see the pics, and read about your fun filled trip, then wonder where your comments are; then scroll back to the top. Geeeeeeeeeeees wish I could remember that.
The photo with the mtn. in the background is your best. You should frame that one.
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Lainybelle Reply:
July 12th, 2010 at 6:54 am
@sandy,
It used to be at the bottom post before, Sandy
I should follow your suggestion and frame that photo. Thanks for swinging by
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Your photographs are just wonderful Lainy ….. I felt as though I were there sharing every minute with you. A thousand thank you’s for sharing them!
Take care, my distant friend and remember the old saying ‘the road may be long with many wonderful sights along the way – but it is well worth the journey, and the sore feet, as long as you keep your eyes on the potholes!’
This is truly a wonderful road!!!
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Lainybelle Reply:
July 12th, 2010 at 6:57 am
@Polly,
Hi Polly! It has been a while. I am glad you like the photos. How I wish you were there with us. It could have been a lot more fun!
Thanks for sharing your wonderful thoughts. You couldn’t have said it any better, my friend!
Have a great week ahead of you!
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wow another vacation to the max! you really maximize your time well sis! naikot nyo talaga mga places, ako nga taga dito lang di ko pa napuntahan yang mga places na iba dyan hehehe! nice viewing all your fun moments! what will lainy do without digicam? it’s nice reading your post!
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Lainybelle Reply:
July 13th, 2010 at 7:02 am
@Race,
Oo nga Sis! Thanks to Jackie for doing our itinerary. We actually weren’t able to follow the itinerary she made for us. We’ve missed some wonderful places like Tagaytay and Intramuros because we were very exhausted.
Thanks to the advent of technology! At least we have cams and I get to share all my experiences with you. Had it not been for the digicam, this post would be the most boring article you could have ever read on, LOL!
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You are an amazing person and you are just reaping the fruit of it. Jackie is such a dear friend that everyone would have…You both are lucky having each other.
Reading your post reminds me of my true friends back home huhuhu…missing them so much!
Thank you for sharing, Laine.
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Lainybelle Reply:
July 13th, 2010 at 7:07 am
@lira,
WOW! Thanks Lir for the kind and touching comment. Makahilak man pud ta ana ug dugo, hehe!
Maka-miss jud bitaw ang mga genuine friends especially when you know that they are always there for you no matter what. Unsaon man kay we have to face the harsh reality of life. We can’t evade the inevitable and that is to spread our own wings and widen our horizons mao nga magkaiya-iya jud.Pero real friends will always stick together no matter when and where.
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hi lainy. i enjoyed the KL photos so much. you look so pretty and sexy. nice kaau imo mga clothes bagay kaau nimo. it’s great u had a great time bonding and vacationing after the busy election days. luv your pink bag pud, hehe.
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Lainybelle Reply:
July 14th, 2010 at 7:21 am
@jenn,
Hi Jenn! It’s great to see you gracing my blog with your presence once more
I am glad you’ve enjoyed the photos. Thanks for the heartwarming compliments. Ganahan man pud kaayo ta ana oi, hehe!
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We thank’s jacky for adopting us, and for the great accommodation. I appreciate her foods she cooked…heheheh…nanambok gyud mi kay di ka pugong ug kaon. Murag puro first time nako magka-on sa iyang gipang prepare nga mga special foods. Jacky, Alvin and therdy, God bless you abundantly. We are lucky because you treat us also like your family and friend. Na miss ko luto mo jack, pa kiss nalang pod ka therdy.
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Lainybelle Reply:
November 22nd, 2011 at 7:22 pm
@star,
Wonderful accommodation by Jackie’s family jud. Tambok mo lang, hahaha! Na-miss ko tuloy sila, hahay!
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ay!!! grabe gyud akong tulog bah..hehehehhe
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Lainybelle Reply:
November 22nd, 2011 at 7:22 pm
@star,
Hahahaha! Naabot na sa Malaysia imong damgo ana! LOL!
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Thanks for sharing your latest vacation journey with friends aside from Te Star and her blogger daughter too. I love looking at your pics guys, it makes me smile and bring good grin with that pride hospitable trait that we have Filipinos. That’s good to reminisce and being grateful to the deserving folks. Thanks for this post.
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Lainybelle Reply:
November 22nd, 2011 at 7:23 pm
@Cacai M.,
Pleasure is all mine. I am glad you like the photos. Thank you for swinging by and dropping off your thoughts. I hope to see more of you soon.
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Aww, sayang di tayo nagkita. Nagpunta ka pala dito.
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Wow, looks like a fun trip! Nice kaayo ang pictures ninyo sis Lainy! How I wish makavisit pud ko diha sa PBB House someday hahaha. My entry is up as well. Hope to see you there!
Thanks,
Daisy Shores
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ka sexy naman ng traveler .. heheh.. dropping by dear for TT.. see you back
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As always, you’re having so much fun with friends…
Visiting from TT…
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wow daghana ani nga pics oi.. enjoy na enjoy kau mo…visit my TT too!
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indeed its a fun girl’s out.. i do wish i and my friends can also do this real soon, visiting for Ruby Tuesday, mine is up at http://www.prettysinglemom.com/2011/11/angry-bird-wallet.html, i hope you could find time to visit too..
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awww lucky you Sis Lainy for sharing the fun and exciting memories in our country, missed the Philippines so bad. I just cannot wait
Thank you for sharing, you look lovely as ever, so bubbly 
loved your outfits too and that bag is just beautiful. Thank you for sharing your fun memories with us. Dropping some love for Tuesday Travels, hope that you can return the favor too.
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whooaa! so much fun! love looking at the photos. thanks for sharing, Lainy!
Visiting late from
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Naka-TT hop ra jud ko for last week’s share. Bisan old photos, lami japon balikon ug tan-aw. Ug karon murag ka-singgiton kaayo ko Sis nga NICE kaayo imong getup sa first picture nimo. Unta maigo naku na kay manghiram ko. LOL
Very late TT visit! I hope you don’t mind!
Vegas, by Night!
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