Healthy Family: My 38th Birthday at Monte Del Rosario Springs

That was my son Roel looking out at the sky turning into pink at dusk at Monte Del Rosario Springs where our family celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary and the first hours of my 38th birthday.  Having a hubby whose job is protecting people isn't easy. We have to adjust family celebrations and even holidays and most of the time go to wherever he is assigned just to spend special occasions together. What matters is wherever we are for as long as we are together, we are HAPPY as HAPPY can be!

me, smelling the sweetness of the Roses from the hubby....

 

This year, he surprised me and the kids with a trip to Monte Del Rosario Springs! It is a mountain resort and youth camp with a magnificent view of lush greenery!

 With the opulence of lotus ponds here, one would really think it is almost paradise!

The kids, MIL and I had a blast looking at nature's gifts and simply relaxing in our rooms. Roel had the most fun I think because he got to swim all he wanted before going to sleep. He could not get enough of the pool, and the pond that he got his shoes partially wet while trying to touch lilies!

We spent Halloween teasing each other and spinning spooky tales! The resort's Ristorante del Capitan was well adorned with scary fun stuff which made our imaginations spin! It would be awesome to hold a party there for more members of the family next year. 

The next day, we had heavy breakfast before heading out to the plant and animal park. We prayed for the drizzle to stop because the skies were teasing to make the day gloomy.

When we started the zoo and garden tour I was jittery like a kid! Our guide was friendly and the kids immensely loved the nature walk. Roel's eyes were wide and alert with glee.

 My eyes and camera lens feasted on greens and petals! Sigh, it was so relaxing gazing at them!

..and of course we had the grandest time taking in the scenery and posing! Oh, I must admit, it was only me who was hyped with photo-taking. I had to plead the boys to pose! It is a boy thing I think. 

See that kiss from my little and big boy on the far right? Of course that was scripted but nevertheless one of the best memories of my birthday's celebration. Mom in law took it for us. I am blessed with the best biological mom and mom in law. I think I could never ask for more. 

So, shall I visit Monte Del Rosario Springs again? When the hubby asks, in a heartbeat we shall pack our things and head there!

Thank you for all the love you sent to me on my special day this year. I may not have had the time time to send each one of you my gratitude but know that each time you visit my page, I give you virtual hugs.

So many are still hungry in my country and I can not afford to smile fully yet. In my actions and prayers, I am with them. So much to be thankful for, too many non-material blessings. Sharing them is the best way of celebrating this life...I join all of you in goodness at heart...

~photos taken at Monte del Rosario Springs~

 MOUNTAIN RESORT & YOUTH CAMP

 Benteng, Rosario, La Union, Philippines

for reservations/inquiries you may contact:

Mrs. Michie Rabara/ Tintin Rabara

tel no. (072) 712-1104  

Telefax: (072) 712-0140

Mobile No. (0920) 963-1880

e-mail: mdr_springs@yahoo.com or

check our their website: Monte del Rosario Springs 

lifted from their site: Monte del Rosario Springs Mountain Resort and Youth Camp is a non-denominational, family-run Christian camp established in 1995 purposely to serve young people and adults who seek a quiet place to find spiritual reflection and inspiration. Monte del Rosario Springs started small but grew with God’s grace through the patronage and prayers of the different religious ministries who came to share its dream.

~they have very accommodating and courteous staff~

*This isn't a sponsored post, just a happy customer's honest opinion~