Wow!  That long weekend went by so fast I must say.  While most of my colleagues used the long weekend for an out-of-town or out-of-the-country trips, my family and I just stayed home and used the weekend to relax (at least for them.)

We didn't plan a trip because we're saving up for the boys' birthday party next month.  But I spent the weekend productively and happily by being domesticated.  I must admit, since I am a full-time working momma, I only cook breakfasts daily and whole-day meal during weekends and only get to clean the whole second floor every three days, how I wish I could do it everyday.

This long weekend was spent pamamalengke (as in the wet market, usually the helper does that), cooking, eating, playing with kids and semi-general cleaning: decluttering and re-arranging our living space.  I tell you, general-cleaning is very therapeutic and liberating to do so.  I got rid of things we no longer need and could even be considered trash which we've been keeping for so long.  I was only able to do this chore in our living room/area and I'm planning to do so in the other parts of the house soon.

Let me show you my domesticated side (yes I have! haha!)  I happily cooked for the family and even the hardworking Daddy Practicality also cooked for us:

Mommy's Turbo Chicken Recipe and my Buttered Potatoes and Carrots

Wow, I can't believe it!  Finish,  no more, wa' na long weekend.  Just like that, it's over!   How did you spend your long weekend?  Well ours was jam-packed, busy, but a lot of fun!   I spent most of my time with my family, my bosses aka my three boys.  So here's a weekend kwento through photos.

Saturday morning was spent at the mall with the whole family.  We had lunch at Greenwich then went grocery as well.  This is what we had:  A Barkada Feast that's good for 3-4 persons for only P499.00!  What a deal right?  We had Chicken, rice, 2 types of pastas, a pitcher of drink, and a double sized pizza.

Barkada Feast/Meal only P499.00 at Greenwich, SM Manila (Chicken with Rice and a pitcher of drinks)

Barkada Feast/Meal at Greenwich, SM Manila (Pasta and Pizza)

That afternoon, I went to attend my blog idol, Mommy Fleur's #MommyFleurDay to celebrate her 4 years of her successful and entertaining blog.  I was late and left early but my short stay was worth it!  I even took home some raffle prizes and a yummy souvenir cake! :)

Attended the super successful and fun #MommyFleurDay where I met a lot of other beautiful women!

Saturday nights are always devoted to my other passion which is singing.  We had our regular gig at Luxent Hotel in Quezon City.  It's the day of the week that I get to dress up fancily and put some make up on.  I love performing and I'm blessed that I'm given a chance to go for my passion and share my talents by entertaining guests. :)  Here's what I wore that night:

Gig #OOTD at Luxent Hotel, Quezon City

The following day was our usual Sunday family bonding.  First we attended mass at San Beda in Mendiola, had lunch at Robinsons Magnolia in Quezon City, took the kids to a play area where they had so much fun and made friends with other kids.

He was super having fun at PlaySafe, Robinsons Magnolia  indoor playground

D making friends with another gwapito iho at Robinsons Magnolia

Pancake topped with 3-flavored Ice Cream for merienda at the in-laws

Cousins get to see each other and alam niyo it pains me to see them each holding a gadget and play individually but all together in a room.  So I took away all the iPads, tablets, mobile phones and gave them a pen and paper to draw.  I organized a drawing contest kuno, successful naman.  I made a rule that each time we'll get together, they shouldn't play with any gadgets.  I'll teach them piko, tumbang preso, langit lupa, lahat ng games na nilaro natin nung mga bata pa tayo! :)

Drawing instead of gaming using gadgets, hindi na kasi minsan nag-uusap-usap ang magpipinsan

Monday was a Heroes Day and the #MillionPeopleMarch day.  I was supposed to go with my BFF Karina because they sponsored food to the rally goers.  But as soon as I woke up, my kids asked (actually kinulit ako) if they could have a date with me.  Tinuturuan ko na kasi ng concept ng "date" si kuya, para maaalala niyang AKO ang unang date niya EVER! :)  The little one naman has been bugging me to ride the choo-choo-train daw.  Of course ang malapit lapit sa Thomas the Train concept ng train is the LRT.  Took them to Araneta Center Cubao to have breakfast, hubby is at work kasi, and the little boy was thrilled sobra!

My concept of Choo-Choo-Train Ride as requested by the little one

We went around Gateway Mall, took them to the indoor mini-garden and just spent precious time together.  Whenever I would go to a store, the little one would grab me and say: "Mommy, stop that!  Get out, let's play!"   So kahit sale, STOP talaga.. gora with the little boy and play!  Here were the highlights of that super fun trip:

Simple Holiday bonding with kids at Gateway Mall in Araneta Center Cubao

Birthday Party at Shakey's Quezon Avenue, Quezon City