Simple Celebration, Unforgettable Moments

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When it comes to celebrating special occassions like birthdays, I choose to celebrate it simply with the family. My reasons are simple- less stress with the preparation and less expenses but more intimate way to celebrate.

When the husband asked how we are going to celebrate our child's birthday, I told him that I wanted it simple but it should be something that kids get to enjoy.

We decided to celebrate it by having a picnic at the beach with some invited very close friends and relatives. We know how children love the sea so having a picnic would be enjoyable for them. This setup is also favorable for us because the beach is just a few walks away from the house. So it's convenient and economical for us. 😁

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So, it was early afternoon and the sun was up. The weather was beautiful. The tide was high and there was just a little area at the beach where we could set up our tent. This tent was a christmas gift given to my kids from their grandparents last christmas. We were glad we could finally be able to use it outdoor. They were very excited about it. They love playing with the tent indoor, so taking it outdoor sounded so much more fun for them.

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We set it up and tied it next to the Talisay tree where there was shade. After setting up the tent, the father and the birthday celebrator bonded over grilling pork and hotdogs. Eversince they tried this last christmas, this has become their favorite activity together.

This is one of favorite moments. I love seeing my child and the father bond together where one teaches and the other one watch or listens. It's heart warming to see.

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After some life skills and life lessons at the grill, the kids couldn't resist the tempting wavy large sea. It's crashing sound is like a voice to hear calling them, inviting to have a dip and enjoy the cooler water on a hot, sunny day.

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I only watch them with joy and nostalgia as I remember my childhood self who loves to be in the sea but couldn't because we'd end up scolded by the parent. 😅. Those days when a little spanking is ok. The spanking did not hurt. It hurts more that I could not enjoy to my heart's content the refreshing sea. 😁

While watching my kids enjoyed swimming, they wanted me to join in the fun. Though I didn't want to because of the scorching heat of the sun and I was not able to apply sunblock, I couldn't say no to these kids request. So, I end up dipping in and enjoy the waves too.

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Kids love it when parents play or swim with them. For me, that's the most important part in celebrating special occassions like birthday, letting them feel your presence and bond with them on their happiest moments. It really is not just how grand the celebration is but I believe our presence is way more important and memorable for our kids. When they get older they will not remember all the details like the people, the gifts, the food, the things that were there but they will not forget how we made them feel as their parent during this special moments.



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😊😎 Aloha! So great! beautiful day at the beach!

reminds me of good old days,

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Yeah it was a beautiful day. Perfect for some fun in the beach. Are they your kids?

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:) yup. my 2 stinkers, Ysabella (now 17) and Alex (now 14).

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Mukhang nag enjoy si Bebi sa pa birthday blast sa beach mukhang okay nga pg ganyan less stress. Ihaw-ihaw nalang sa side. Naol may malapit na beach.

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Palusot na lng ung simple celebration pero ung totoo nagtitipid lng talaga...hahha.

Pero yeah as long as enjoy naman ung mga bata. Doesn't matter kung simple or engrande...

Perks pag andito sa province free lang magtampisaw.

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This Is the best way to celebrate birthdays! I remember my childhood nong buhay pa Mommy M ko, mahilig din syang pumunta sa dagat every occasions and of course everyone in the house was included. Ang saya lang balikan, huhu. We can't do this now coz di na kayang mag drive ng Mommy F ee saduuuu, huhu. Anyways happy birthday to your kiddo 🔥🎉🥂✨❤️🥰

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Sad to hear naman wala na ung mommy M mo. Me too, it was my lola who reminds me so much of the beach. Kasi dinadala nya ako lage lalo na pag sunset. Kaya nostalgia pag andito ako.

Thank you ruffatot sa greetings. Kids mostly naman gustong gusto ug dagat.

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Hay makamingaw ang place

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Heheh mao jud bisan asa nga beach dad on, no place like Hindang beach jud

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Nag birthday pd ko one time nga naa sa among tungod beach hehehe, masarap maging bata maam 😂

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Hehehe... Lage mau ning bata ta kay simple ra tag kalipay

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Such a beautiful celebration indeed! Precious moments nga for sure i treasure jud na nila for the rest of the their lives ren. 🥰

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Thanks det. Unta det di cla kalimot.

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Dili na ren, kay hangtud karun gi treasure gihapon naho ang happiness sa among bonding ni Papa sauna. Sya mamana ug isda while ako iyang assistant manawm ug mga kinhason. One of the reasons why I had the best childhood ♥️

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Thanks det. That's heartwarming ro know. Btaw. Basta bata ta malipay jud ta kauban ato mama ug papa. Mao itreasure jud nato while their hearts are still open for us. Kay ug managko na adto na sa lain ihatag ilang gugma hahah

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relate much, basta may birthday sa mga bata mas enjoy talaga sila sa dagat. Simple yet unforgettable. Happy Birthday to your child. 😇

nakakamiss tuloy maglublub sa dagat, perfect pampalamig sa super init na panahon.

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Dagat is life for the kiddos talaga. Kahit buong araw maligo go yan cla.

Thanks mamsh yza for the greetings. Let's enjoy this moments with them while they are young and love to bond with us heheh

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