In Memory of Dad

My dad, Augusto Cembrano joined his Creator early evening today due to complications caused by Alzheimer's. May his soul rest in peace.

Absolve, we beseech Thee, O Lord,the soul of Thy servant Augusto, from every bond of sin, that being raised in the glory of the resurrection, he may be refreshed among the Saints and Elect.Through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Last Day of the Academic Year

Photos from Bangkhuntian

Impressions of the Big Flood

Grades 10 and11 students in the Catholic school where I work as a teacher put up an art exhibit, the theme of which is Impressions of the Big Flood. I took some photos of the ones I found meaningful in the context of the effects of the month long flood in the lives of the people living here in Bangkok. Cheers to all students who participated in the exhibit.





My son took a look at some of the entries to the art exhibit.

He later moved on to the administration building where photos of the school during the flood crisis were on display. We supported the school by buying raffle tickets and flood souvenir T-shirts to help finance the repair of the damaged buildings.

The model of the school was on display during the exhibit.

Summer is Here

The sky is so blue,

not a cloud to be seen.
The Earth is a painting
with every shade of green.
The chirping of birds,
as they gracefully fly by,
amidst the golden hue
of the lustrous sky.
The flowers are so fragrant,
the trees are their shield,
for under the scorching heat
a breeze they should feel.
The voices of children,
as they play in the park.
It is a definite sign,
summer has made its mark.

by Anabela Loureiro

Fragrant Cattleyas and Lotus

Happy Valentines Day !

Children's Day

Today is the eve of Childrens' Day in Thailand and JM's first in his new school. Classes were cancelled and the rest of the day was spent on fun activities, dancing, games and of course, a really filling lunch for students and teachers courtesy of the students parents.

At my faculty office with my favorite red teddy bear.

Above was my lunch, I had ham fried rice, sushi, pizza, KFC chicken and a delicious desert made of blueberry and nuts.

The grade 8 classroom with the students lunch table.

For students' exchange gifts.

A scene from the campus on Childrens' Day.

Happy New Year 2012 !

Wishing you all, happiness, health, prosperity,peace and blessings in the year 2012 !

New Years' Day Photos

We attended the New Years' Day mass at Assumption Cathedral and we saw this beautiful nativity scene on the left side of the altar.

The baby Jesus on His crib.

After mass, we proceeded to the Mall Bangkae for New Years' Day dinner. Glowing reindeers are a sight to behold.

And this giant Christmas tree as well !

JM poses at the foot of the glowing, giant Christmas tree.

New Years' Day dinner at last at Sukishi Buffet.

We had a great time grilling and . . . . . . .

and eating sushi !

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012 !!

Gloria In Excelsis Deo

Now there were shepherds in that region living in the fields and keeping the night watch over their flock. The angel of the Lord appeared to them and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were struck with great fear.The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For today in the city of David a savior has been born for you who is Messiah and Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find an infant wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger.” And suddenly there was a multitude of the heavenly host with the angel, praising God and saying: “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

Luke 2 : 8-14