Rafa SSS

That's Rafa Swimming, Singing and Spinning! Before this day, he would never wear any floaters.  He likes the pool, yes.  But would always cling to one of us.  Now, he's wearing floaters and swimming on his own.  He can spin all by himself again and again.  Once, he even did the dolphin kick.  It may not be much compared to other kids, but it's more than enough to make us really proud!  And we get to swim and enjoy too!

We're so proud of you, Nanawu!

Mahal Kita, Dad

Since we've been here in Davao for quite some time, and Rafa's been like a sponge absorbing and mimicking everything he hears, my sister tried to teach him how to say "I love you" in Filipino.  Here he is saying "mahal kita" as "ma-how kita".

Where He Wants to Live

Come back here, Dad! ASAP!  

Rafa is loving all the space and attention he's getting here in Davao.

What He Wants To Be When He Grows Up

He used to say, "Captain" or "Pilot" whenever we ask him what he wants to be when he grows up.  Sometimes, he says he wants to be Buzz Lightyear.  But maybe, he has realized that being a pilot or a captain entails a lot of responsibilities.  So now, when we ask him what he wants to be when he grows up, the reply would be:

"A Passenger, (when I) grow up!"

I Love You Dad!

This one's for you Naddy.

When I'm Feeling Sad

Rafa sitting on a pillow, pretending it's a boat.

Then Mum announced that it's sleeping time and he has to get off the boat.

"I'm sad, Mum."

Rafa said in between sobs.

"Hug me,Mum."

He solved the problem for Mum.

He recognized the emotions he's feeling and knew what had to be done to fulfil it.

Again and Again

Eden Nature Park Playground, Davao City
March 20, 2011

Little boy enjoying the slide.  He's really having fun!