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What my kids are like, and how to raise your child/children in this day and age.

Sofi’s Barbie Birthday Party Package At Barbie Store Philippines

Ask her what she wants and she’d say Barbie anytime of the day. I can’t remember when her Barbie obsession started but as long as I can remember, it’s the one toy/ brand that she loves to the moon and back. So it is only fitting that for her 7th Birthday, we gave her a Barbie Party (almost like the one we did during her 4th Birthday in Tagaytay). Coincidentally, I learned that you can have a Barbie Birthday Party Package At Barbie Store Philippines.

Barbie Store Philippines is the only store in the Philippines where you can find all things Barbie. They have 6 branches around Metro Manila and one in Olongapo. The branch in Shangrila Mall is where Barbie BFFs can play and celebrate their birthday. I was looking for a Barbie House back then when I came across Barbie Store Philippines Facebook Page and with just one look I knew right away that one day Sofi will celebrate her birthday there.

Barbie Store Philippines, Shangri-la Plaza

Sofi is a very shy girl and as much as I want to give her a big party like the one she had when she was one year old, I knew she wouldn’t like it. The Barbie Birthday Party Package At Barbie Store Philippines is the perfect party package for her because it is very intimate. It’s very ideal for her age and the number of visitors she’s planning to have.

When I showed her the photo of the store, she got excited right away. Booking process was easier than I thought it was. At first I emailed them to inquire about the party, went to store to check out the venue and paid using credit card. I ssit back and wait for the day of the party. Ang dali ano? Well because the Barbie Birthday Party Package At Barbie Store Philippines got everything covered. From Barbie birthday party supplies like invites and loot bags to the costume to Barbie birthday party games to Barbie Birthday cake as in everything. Lahat lahat mga momshies, wala ka na talagang iintindihin, well of course except sa pag invite sa bisita and food for the momshies.

Barbie Birthday Party At Barbie Store Philippines offers 3 themes. Your baby girl can choose from Fashionista Party, Princess Party, Ballerina Party of Pajama Party. Syempre Princess Party and gusto ni Sofi. Basic Barbie Princess Party Party Package includes the following:

Costume dress up for the celebrant (including shoes)
Make-over for the celebrant
10 party invitations
10 sets of party goodie bags (which includes everything Barbie!)
Barbie Birthday Cake + cupcakes
Activities and games
1 8R Birthday Photo
Food for 11 girls
Birthday Present for the Celebrant

All these for only P18,500 (exclusive of 12% Tax), so that’s just around 20K Pesos. During Sofi’s Barbie Birthday Party At Barbie Store Philippines, may photographer din. I asked if I can have a copy of the photos they took, I can have naman daw. I just need to provide a USB.

If you wish to inquire about the Barbie Birthday Party Package At Barbie Store Philippines, you can message their FB Page or inquire at their website (Contact Link Here) or call Barbie Store Shangri-la Plaza at 655-5187

Soooo here’s what happened during Sofi’s Barbie Birthday Party At Barbie Store Philippines:

Sofi’s Barbie Birthday Party Package At Barbie Store Philippines

It was a super fun party for Sofi. It’s like a dream come true (kulang na lang Barbie house haha). She got the best gift ever from her Ninang Niko, Tita Fedhz and Tita Sam. Siguro that’s the best thing I can say about having a Barbie Party at Barbie Store Philippines, the celebrant can choose what gift she can have! And the guests doesn’t even have to stress themselves what to give for the celebrant, Barbie Store have everything they can give to the celebrant! They got Barbie Dolls, Barbie shoes, Barbie Clothes, Barbie watch as in everything Barbie.

Siguro suggestion for Barbie Store Philippines, maganda they could get the celebrant (or the parents) to create a gift registry para the guests could just choose what they can give. Gaya nga nung ginawa ng mga ninang ni Sofi, they pooled their money to give her the Barbie gift she got. And yeah, there’s a Barbie gift din from the store which she really liked. Also, for her theme, which is Barbie Princess Party, the crowns given to her guests are for keeps. I appreciate small stuff like that.

For the food of the mommies, I just ordered something from Yellow Cab. The staff at Barbie Store Philippines even volunteered to order for us since they know the numbers of most restaurants inside the mall. I believe you can even request that in advance (just pay in advance syempre) and the food will be delivered.

I have nothing but good words for the staff and the venue. If you have a baby girl who is into Barbie, Barbie Birthday Party Package at Barbie Store Philippines is super sulit and perfect for your baby girl. Mommy Pehpot approved!

BY THE WAY! Barbie Store Philippines have early bird promo rates:

Option 1> Pay in advance (30 days or more) and get 20% on total party package cost plus free add ons
Option 2> Pay 50% in advance (30 days or more) and get 20% discount on total party package cost

Aside from Birthday Party, Barbie Store Philippines also offers the following:

Movie Date Party
Barbie Cool Art Party
Barbie’s Day Out Party
Barbie Style & Shine Party
Barbie Fashionista Party
Barbie Playdate Party

These Barbie Party Packages are good for 5 kids and rates ranges from 4000- 8000 Pesos.

5 Reasons Why You Should Attend The Philippine Homeschool Conference 2016

Homeschooling. I know it’s not easy. Trust me, I tried! When I only had 2 kids, I tried homeschooling them. I can’t say that it’s not for me, ang nangyari siguro sa akin, kinulang ako ng resources. I can’t even remember kung meron na Philippine Homeschool Conference noon. That’s the good thing about homeschooling these days, the support is overflowing!

And if you’re thinking of Homeschooling your kid/s Philippine Homeschool Conference is worth checking out:

Philippine Homeschool Conference 2016

Philippine Homeschool Conference is an annual conference brought to us by the Homeschool Association of the Philippine Islands (HAPI). It is the only national conference for Filipino homeschoolers. It provides an opportunity for homeschooling families to connect with one another.

This year, HAPI in partnership with Philam Life, and with Educating for Life as its event organizer, hopes the conference will truly be a venue where parents can be renewed, recharged, and inspired as they fulfill their roles as their children’s primary educators.

Philippine Homeschool Conference will be on October 22, 2016, from 7 a.m. (opening of Registration) to 6 p.m., the conference theme for this year “From Roots to Wings: Homeschooling through the Stages.”

5 Reasons Why You Should Attend The Philippine Homeschool Conference 2016

1. Superb Keynote Speakers

Four keynote speakers who are well known in the local and international homeschooling scene will inspire parents to provide their children with “roots”, equip them to lay a strong foundation for them, and give them “wings” to help them reach great heights. Kasama si Bo Sanchez sa keynote speakers!

2. Helpful Breakout Sessions

Nagsta-start ka palang bang mag-homeschool? Or matagal ka nang nagho-homeschool? Or maybe you are just curious about homeschooling and want to know how to get started? The 9 breakout sessions lined up for parents in different stages of their homeschooling journey are perfect for you! (PHC 2016 participants get to choose 3 sessions to attend.)

3. Relevant Raffle Prizes

Everyone loves getting gifts, especially those that are significant to one’s homeschooling journey and family life! The PHC 2016 organizers bear this in mind as we prepare raffle prizes that are relevant especially to homeschoolers – specifically, scholarships from the homeschool providers shown on the above picture! For sure matutuwa ang mga friends ko na nagho-homeschool dito!

4. Exciting Expo

Aside from the inspiring and empowering talks, the conference will also feature an expo with vendors servicing the homeschooling community. So yung mga mahilig mag-shopping diyan, kahit hindi kayo nagho-homeschoool, punta na kayo sa conference! (You can enter the Expo area for only P50 if you don’t plan to attend the talks.)

5. Socialization!

Contrary to popular beliefs that kids who are homeschooled are not sociable, they actually are! The conference will be a chance for you to see this, and of course, the parents who will attend will also be able to make chika with one another!

The PHC 2016 registration fee of Php 1000 per head is inclusive of access to the keynote talks, breakout sessions, and the Expo area, which features different products and services that can benefit homeschooling families and even non-homeschoolers who want to enrich their children’s education. (Registration is open online until October 15, after which walk-in participants will need to pay P1200.)

For more information, visit http://www.educatingforlife.co/phc-2016/.

United Nations Facts For Kids

October is a busy month for parents whos kids are going to school. Aside from exams, there’s Rosary Rally, sometimes Halloween Party and of course, United Nations Celebration. And though I usually post United Nations costumes during this time, maiba naman, I am going to post United Nations Facts For Kids. May quiz bee daw kase ng United Nations sa school ng mga bagets ko eh. Not really aiming for the trophy but I just don’t want my kids looking dumb during the elimination rounds haha

United Nations Facts For Kids

What is UN?
- The United Nations is an international organization created to maintain international peace and promote human rights.
What are the 4 main goals of UN?
- To keep peace throughout the world;
- To develop friendly relations among nations;
- To help nations work together to improve the lives of poor people, to conquer hunger, disease and illiteracy, and to encourage respect for each other’s rights and freedoms;
- To be a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations to achieve these goals
When was United Nations established and where?
- United Nations was established on October 24, 1945 in New York
What was it called before the UN? What is the predecessor of UN?
- League of Nations
Who coined the name United Nations?
- U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt
What are the 6 main organs of UN?
- General Assembly
- Security Council
- Economic and Social Council
- Trusteeship Council
- International Court of Justice
- Secretariat
What countries are the 5 permanent members of the UN Security Council?
- China, France, Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States
Who is the current Secretary General of the UN?
- Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon (South Korea)
Who appoints the Secretary-General?
- The General Assembly
Who is the first Secretary- General of the UN?
- Trygve Halvdan Lie. Norwegian politician Trygve Halvdan Lie served as Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1946 to 1952.
Who will be the UN Secretary- General in 2017?
- António Guterres (Portugal)
Who was the first woman appointed to the post of Deputy-Secretary-General of the UN?
- Louise Frechette, she was appointed in 1999
How many official languages does UN have?
- 6 official languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish)
When was the flag of the United Nations adopted?
- October 20, 1947. The flag of the United Nations features the official emblem of the United Nations in white on a blue background.
Does the world map in the United Nations flag represents all the continents of the world?
- NO. It represents all the people of the world. The olive branches, which enclose the map, are a symbol for peace.
It is one of UN’s program that provides long-term humanitarian and development assistance to children and mothers.
- UNICEF or United Nations Children’s Fund.
It is one of UN’s program that is responsible for global vaccination campaigns, responding to public health emergencies, defending against pandemic influenza, and leading the way for eradication campaigns against life-threatening diseases like polio and malaria.
- WHO or World Health Organization
It is one of UN’s program that focuses on everything from teacher training to helping improve education worldwide to protecting important historical and cultural sites around the world. UNESCO added 28 new World Heritage Sites this year to the list of irreplaceable treasures that will be protected for today’s travelers and future generations.
- UNESCO or United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
The UN peacekeepers are often called?
- Blue Helmet
How many countries are now member of the United Nations?
- The UN began with 51 countries and there 193 member states.

United Nations Facts For Kids: The Philippines and The United Nations

Philippines is one of the founding member of the United Nations. Member since October 24, 1945
The Philippines is one of the only four Asian nations who joined the 1945 United Nation charter.
The Philippines is an active supporter of the United Nation’s peacekeeping and humanitarian development programs.
Carlos P. Romulo became the first permanent representative of the Philippines to the United Nations
Our membership to the United Nations is full membership.
UNSC seat is non-permanent.
The Philippines current ambassador is Teodoro L. Locsin Jr.
Narcisa L. Escaler is the first Filipina permanent representative of the Philippines to the United Nations
In 2013, Filipino peacekeepers were held hostage by Syrian rebels and were eventually released.
The Philippines is a signatory to the 2000 Millennium Declaration, which led to the development of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) as a global agenda for development by 2015.