Christmas 2009

 

This was my first white christmas in a winter wonderland. When I come to think of it, it is a childhood fantasy come true.

 

Though I miss my family in the Philippines this Christmas, I had a really great time with my new family here in Colorado. Though it’s freezing cold outside, it feels good inside. Love is truly everywhere. I enjoy being with them. They are absolutely loads of fun, and not to mention absolutely amazing in the kitchen. I’m glad I’m not on a diet now.

 

It has been a truly wonderful Christmas.

 

 

 

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I sent presents to my family in Iloilo…

 

I had a note placed outside the packages that said “DO NOT OPEN UNTIL NOCHE BUENA”

 

Guess what. Of course it didn’t stay closed until Noche Buena!

 

But then, I kind of expected that to happen already. Not following instructions. It runs in the family.

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Why I know I married the right man.

 

 

Because he sings:

 

My wife is psychotic but I still fucking love her…

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My first attempt at Bicol Express was made of success!

 

I loved it. But then, I love anything with gata (coconut milk). My husband loved it too.

 

Here’s my version of the hot Pinoy favorite:

  • 1/2 kilo pork, cut into 1” cubes
  • 1 cup serrano or jalapeno peppers thinly cut (i think sili espada is the perfect choice but it’s not available here in Colorado)
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 1 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup shitake mushrooms thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper

 

Directions

  1. Brown pork with a little oil for a few minutes,
  2. In another pan sauté garlic, onion, mushrooms and serrano peppers. Add the pork when onions look transparent.
  3. Pour in coconut milk, and bring to a boil and then stir
  4. Add in chili powder and cook until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

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Had my first prenatal ultrasound today…

 

Doctor said my baby is bigger than he/she’s supposed to be for his/her age, but he said it’s within normal expectations.

 

He also said baby moves a lot. Why am I not surprised. (By this time Eli can’t stop talking and interrupting)

 

Then baby starts to hiccup… and I fell deeply in love.

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