the canDIshhh tales

UPDATE: May 22, 2015: Congratulations to the winner!  Please see the comment section! ----- I had a wonderful staycation during my birthday at F1 Hotel.  It was very memorable because I don't usually celebrate my birthday this way.  All I want on my birthday is a birthday cake and a good meal.  Hahaha!  But this time, my birthday salubong was made extra special because I get to spend it away from my *home*. The Lobby We checked in during lunch time and it was a breeze!  The staff was very helpful and friendly.  We were surprised that lunch was offered!  The kids had a lovely time eyesore-ing the candy bar and ice cream!  My yayas enjoyed the buffet - I especially loved their Binagoongan, it was really good that I couldn't help and get more (than seconds!). The staff is wonderful too as they heeded to our every request - the sofa bed was made and we even had a welcome wine and cheese plate!  Hihi.. After lunch, th...

Nope, they're not necessarily birthday cakes (only one was) but I got them all on my birthday! I celebrated my birthday yesterday - I won't be shy to say it - I turned 35 yesterday.  I'm sure you will all relate, but I don't feel any older than 30.  Well, except of course of certain body aches and pains, being (very) impatient, fearful of certain things, discovery of white strands of hair (quite a LOT of them), and having a hard time losing weight - yes, the battle with the (mega) bulge.  I still feel I'm the same person - only more responsible (I'm sure my mom will give me a high brow!) more mature and with a better (somehow) understanding of life. So there - it was my birthday yesterday!  Yey! A few days ago, I received a delicious chocolate cake from Starbucks. Then yesterday - I got not one, not two BUT three cakes from Anita Li of the Baked by Anita fame. We had a staycation at F1 Hotel last weekend and Pau gifted us with another cake...