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Home, Family, Love and Togetherness

Basti — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:24:44 +0000

Home, Family, Love and Togetherness. These words mean so much to me and my family. We stand together as one in the midst of all the challenges and hardship that each one of us are facing. We don’t let one be left alone in a battle, we support each other, love each other, and that’s the reason why we are happy being together.

We were brought up in such a way that we treat each of our family member as half of our lives. It doesn’t necessarily mean that we are dependent on each other, it simply means, “when one is in need, be there to help like how you would help yourself and how you would need help when you are facing the same problem or obstacle in life.”

I have already introduced everyone in my family, and by now you somehow have an idea what kind of people our family members are. But let me tell you more anyway. What makes our family different from the rest is that, we are not just family, but we are also friends.

It was during the darkest times of our lives that we have learned to value being family even more than we used to. We have learned to become best friends to each other. Mother and child relationship were strengthened, Father and child connection became even more tight, our love for our grandparents and Uncle Luis prevailed. If we were happy then, we have become happier now.

Home used to mean a house where we lived in, but we lost that house and we still found home everywhere we went. We have realized that Home is our Family being together Loving each other, staying strong no matter what. Home is Abuela Anna, Amari, Andrea, Iñigo, JR, Miko, Paolo, Me Basti, Mom Chloe and Dad Joey. Wherever my family is and wherever there is love, we are at home.

Home is in our hearts.

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A Happy Day! – Testing Our New Notebook

Basti — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 23:47:44 +0000

Today was a happy Day! It was testing time for our new gateway md7801u notebook. I was so tempted to unbox it and play with it soon as Dad came home, but I waited for the rest of the family because I know they were just as excited and I didn’t want to spoil the fun. I know it’s cheesy but it’s just more exciting that way. We have learned to share our happiness and it works great for us, it’s sort of like a celebration of blessings, even little things like this new techie gadget that daddy Joey has bought us. You see, we’ve been tightening our belts for the past year and have learned to be content with what we have and not think too much about what we can’t have And having this one major gift from dad is just really awesome. It’s not just for me but for everyone, even for dad himself. He said he has already tested the gadget but he was just excited as all of us. The excitement was making me feel uneasy, how I wanted to drag time or make it run faster so that we can unbox our gift. I text-ed my brothers and told them about it and they couldn’t wait to come home.

Everyone was home and we already had a sumptuous dinner courtesy of mom Chloe and Abuela Anna. We all settled at the sala as if unboxing a present from santa. You can see and feel the excitement. JR was the one who unboxed the gift from dad and it’s really nice! It’s not the usual small and pretty light laptop, rather it was regular in weight but very classic looking. Dad said he has chosen the said laptop with a not so small screen so playing and watching movies would still be a great experience. The specifications were awesome as expected. We all loved it so much we couldn’t help but hugs and thank dad. Everyone took turns in using it, and Miko was so busy installing and setting up the Internet wi-fi router so both PCs will have connection at home.

As expected Amari, Miko and Paolo were crazy about downloading games to their newly upgraded PC. I can’t describe the happiness that everyone felt during that moment. Even as simple as unboxing a new gift, when shared with everyone, can be such a magical and happy moment for a family. Right now, dad is playing with our new toy and exploring. I’m sure he’s just as excited, coz it’s been awhile since he had to let go of his own laptop. What more can I say? It’s a happy day!

My Hero and Dad, Joey

Basti — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 12:10:02 +0000

My Hero and Dad, Joey. Both Andrea and I are graduating soon, thanks to my dad, who have supported my studies, while I supported Andrea and Iñigo. He said, whether I got married or not, It was still his responsibility as a parent to make sure that I get a good future, and it was his responsibility to prepare me for the bigger challenges in life, and the only way he can do that it to shape me into a better person, instill in me good character, and most of all give me proper education.

Dad also preferred that we stay together in one house because he didn’t want us to be neglecting his beloved Apo (grandson) Iñigo or to experience too many financial problems coz of having to rent a house and pay for the bills, and not having enough to support our studies, buy both our necessities and that of our baby’s. He said that young couples start to fight when those things happen and he didn’t want us to become like that. He understood that Andrea and I had a this very special relationship that we want to last for the rest of our lives.

Daddy Joey says that the time will come that Andrea and I will have our own home, and he want us to be prepared for it, both emotionally and financially.But for now, both of us and our son Iñigo will have to stay with them until he knows we are ready to fly. Dad says, Basti my son, even birds that still have broken wings can’t fly and have to stay at the shelter of his parents nest, otherwise he will suffer bad fate out there in the cruel world. How much more you? You are my son and Andrea whom I’ve treated as my very own daughter, and most of all the helpless Iñigo… I cannot let the three of you go out there and suffer.” Now, do you still wonder why I consider my mom and dad “The Best Parents in the World?” .. and why I consider my dad, my hero?

Sometimes when your child goes wrong, you can’t correct it by beating them up and letting them suffer… or doing another wrong thing of neglecting them or casting them out. sometimes all you need is to be there.

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The Dizon Boys

Basti — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:05:36 +0000

The Dizon Boys – Basti, JR, Miko, Paolo and little Iñigo. We are the guardians and knights of our princesses Amari and Andrea, our queens abuela Anna and mom Chloe, and of course loyal to our king-daddy Joey. We are not just bonded by blood but as well as friendship. Our favorite hobby, and one thing that we all have in common, is playing basketball. Whenever dad’s free, we always spend time to play basketball. I can’t wait for my son Iñigo to grow up so he could join the boys.

Being the eldest among my brothers, It is my duty to keep them safe, and to be a good example to them. At one point it seems that I may have failed, but I didn’t want them to see that as a mistake rather I explain it to them that they have a choice, and since they have seen the consequence of my choices, they might as well learn from them. Whenever one picks a fight with another I settle them immediately, and whenever one of the boys is being bullied, the enemies should watch out, because not just one but a pack of wolves will hunt them down.

So far, my younger brothers are becoming much better each day. Even Miko’s rebellious character seems to be fading slowly as he grows older. He is becoming more mature and I am very happy to see him that way. He seems to be listening to JR’s advise. Honestly, I think JR is the most mature among the four of us. I even run to him for advise coz he has so much wisdom and sense that I don’t have. Paolo is also looking up to miko being the closest age to him. They are almost always together though they have a little difference in character. Miko plays as Pao’s protector and at the same time, Pao helps Miko in controlling his temper, because Miko never does bad things in front of Pao. He plays big brother and a role model to Pao.

The Best Parents In The World

Basti — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 20:33:41 +0000

The Best Parents In The World happened to be my parents. They are the heart and soul of our “Family Health and Home”

Me and the rest of my siblings are luckiest for having them as our parents. My mom Chloe (Clara Louie) is the most caring and thoughtful mom in the world, while my Dad Joey (Jose Iñigo Sr.) is the most hardworking dad who tries his best to provide us with everything and yet never runs out of time for us. Both of them have been with us every step of the way.

Although there were those times that dad had to be away for a little while, our relationship as a family remained intact. Having such a hard time being away from us, dad had to give up his career abroad to just pursue a career here in the country. My dad Joey is an Architect, he is my idol and one of the reasons why I wanted to be an Architect too. While my mom Chloe is a licensed Industrial Engineer turned Chef. When they were about to get married, my mom went to the culinary arts school with the purpose of being able to cook good food for my dad. It was only later in her life that she decided to become a full fledged Chef. She’s also the reason why we were all a little chubby when we were young, coz she cooked delicious food that we can’t help but say “more mommy!“

Dad has been very successful in his line of career. He was able to buy a house and car and provide the family with everything we needed. If we are struggling right now, it’s not my parent’s fault. They just needed to do the right thing which is to give up everything just for the person they love. Mom and Dad continues to work hard to be able to give us the same life that we had before, and they promised that this dark times won’t last very long. My mom is the one who keeps us strong and makes us understand why we all had to go through this financial depression. Honestly, at first it was really difficult for all of us, but now, it’s alright, we sort of gotten used to it, besides we never really lost much, we just lost things that we realized we can actually survive without.

My parents are “The Best Parents In The World” and I want to be just like them. They are what makes our family more special than ever and they make every house a Home, anywhere we go. They never failed to inspire us and make us feel that we are loved.

To: Mom Chloe and Dad Joey

There will be no Basti – Andrea – Iñigo, JR, Miko, Paolo, and Amari without you. We love you so much! and we are most proud of you being the best parents in the whole world!