Good Friday

So, today is Good Friday and I participated in the procession. I woke up earlier than usual 'cause we were going to prepare for it. Every year, our family sets up the Black Nazarene statue and we would walk along with it.

Good Friday processions are really special to my family 'cause it's somewhat where my parents first saw each other. Even though my paternal and maternal great grandparents were close friends (my maternal great grandmother is even the godmother of my paternal grandmother!), my parents didn't really know each other 'cause they went to different schools. It was through one of those Good Friday processions in the same town where my dad first saw my mom and after that he courted her. 

It was a really sunny afternoon and it was perfect for my outfit photo shoot. This is what I wore:

Top - from Greenhills
Jeans - Forever 21
Sunglasses - Giorgio Armani

I love wearing sunglasses but the pair here is actually my brother's. I forgot to bring any of my shades here in Quezon.

 

Sandals - Banana Republic

Of course, there would always be a full/whole body shot.

So many photos that I like!

:)

And yes, I had to take photos without the sunglasses.

Here's a photo of the procession:

The Black Nazarene


Photos by Janna

HK Ocean Park

The best part of the trip was our visit to Ocean Park. The different things one can do inside truly exceeded our expectations. 

I don't like doing this sign in pictures but I was compelled by the photographer. For some reason, I like this picture a lot so we purchased it.

Random shot by my boyfriend. I think we were discussing here whether or not to purchase the picture above.

This is what I wore: red blouse used to be my mom's (Yes, I know she's cool like that), black jeans I got from a department store, brown suede boots I got in Maryland, three years ago.

My family's so excited to see the pandas!

Awww!!! <3

With one of the mascots, firefox. :)

Here's what an actual firefox (or red panda) looks like. :)

You can take the cable car going to the other side of the park where most rides are.

Hair Raiser -- THE BEST ROLLER COASTER RIDE EVER!

The Flash -- This was pretty scary but super fun!

Look at those cute dolphins! <3

And those cute seals!!! <3

We just love taking pictures in front of Christmas trees. :)

Belated Merry Christmas! <3

The happiest place on earth!

Day 2 of our HK trip was dedicated to Disneyland. It was actually my first time to be in a Disney Park so I was super excited.

Family picture!

In front of that inter-active Buzz Lightyear game/ride.

It's a Small World! My favorite! :)

Inside It's a Small World

My Disney princesses!!! <3 The parade actually made me cry. Yes, I'm shallow like that. 

This is in Toy Story Land. I look like a little toy, don't I? :))

At Autopia. I drove and Nikko was my passenger. :)

At Tarzan's Treehouse. :)

Sleeping Beauty's Castle! :)

<3

Disneyland didn't disappoint me. :) Can't wait to see the other Disney parks!

The Victoria Peak and Madame Tussauds

Our first day in Hong Kong was really tiring because we were not able to sleep the night before. After depositing our luggages in our hotel and having breakfast at the nearest McDonald's, we decided to check out the Victoria Peak. On the way, we saw a Catholic Church and heard Mass. :)

The view from above. <3

You can take the Peak Tram going up. The ride was really exciting!

That's me, Nikko and Manfred

I love you, Victoria Peak and Nik!

Also, there's a mall at the peak and there's a Madame Tussauds Wax Museum inside the building. It was my second time to be in a Madame Tussauds museum, the first being in New York, but I still had tons of fun posing beside the wax figures.

That's my brother, Manfred kissing Madame Tussaud.

Madonna with my gorgeous mom.

It's my dad and his friend Albert! :))

Hey! We're part of Rembrandt's creation! :)

That's me mimicking Marilyn Monroe. :) Sheer blouse by Kashieca, Jeans from Forever 21, Shoes by Coach.

Oh, Audrey! <3 I adore you!

That's my boyfriend, Nikko, blocking Yao Ming.

So there you go, The Peak and Madame Tussauds. :) Two of the many reasons why Hong Kong is awesome!

Acca Kappa is love!

I went to Hong Kong with my family and Nikko last December 26. I had an amazing time most especially because I had everything I need during the trip -- my loved ones. :) It was actually my first time to go to Hong Kong or China. We were back in Manila before 2011 was over.

Photo by: Nikko Santos

My HK get-up: Coat from Elle, leggings from Forever 21, shoes from Coach. That head thingy is my Dad's and the scarf, my Mom's.

My most favorite people in the world! <3

It's Ms. Universe 3rd runner-up Shamcey Supsup!

I took this photo and I find it amazing!

My wonderful family at the Avenue of Stars

With my awesome boyfriend in Kowloon.

I can shop anywhere and everywhere! At Ladies' Market. :)

With my best girlfriend, my beautiful Mommy <3

Checking out pretty hats. :)

Our cool hotel! :) Prudential Hotel. I highly recommend it for its clean rooms, good service and excellent location! It's right above the Jordan MTR station and is in Nathan Road. Booked it through Agoda. :)

It was my Dad and Mom's 27th Wedding Anniversary last December 30 also so we had a yummy dinner at  Tai Hing. :)

I shall make separate entries for the different attractions we experienced. Hong Kong, I shall be back!!! <3