Now this is christmas...

it ain't easy being the only beezy...

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* take a moment to give thanks.

Get Up, Stand up

it's the simple things...

It's a bird...it's a plane!!!

Captain Kidlat and his trusty sidekick Sarge set off on their mission to boldly go where no 14-month, waddling, galoshes-wearing Filipino kid and a chained up camouflage beagle have been before.... To the CANDY and BEYOND!!!

!Happy Halloween!

Aloha! We're Back!

We're back from our vacation in Hawaii. Mateyo is now a shade darker than a milk dud, and the aloha spirit we all felt is still lingering even as we re-enter the rat race. I will post all our pictures on Flickr shortly, until then, here's a preview to tide you over. peace, laks.

Happy Birthday Marley!!!

Marley turns five years old today. We forgot to celebrate (ouch)!
We love you Kuya Marley and we appreciate all the love you give us!
Viva Marley!

Hiding Places

He likes to hide. We were at IKEA on Saturday. So I got him a tent.

Rock Star

Since he got this walking thing figured out, Mateyo thinks he is gonna take over the world now, going all 'rock star' on us. Put your brakes on, son, I brought you into this world...I'll take you...well, in other words, keep it humble, bumble.

C'mon Feet

c'mon feet / c'mon move for me

What's that guy up to?

We've been so busy that I haven't been able to post anything recently, but now that I'm here, might as well give you the low down on all things Mateyo, two weeks into his sophomore year.

Well, for one thing, the Monday after his bday party he took his FIRST STEPS on the lawn (no video, darn) in front of my mom's house, the funny thing is since then he hasn't wanted to walk again, so we're being patient.

We started things off with some record shopping and representing for DJ Ninong. Cindy had enough of Mateyo's beatnik lifestyle and decided to give him a little trim, and he seems to be none the wiser. We also hung out with some friends, partied by the ocean and ate some tasty "chicken" dishes.

Overall, I think the 2nd year campaign has started off with a bang, now if we can only figure out this spoon thing.

Papa, there is no spoon.

Ain't no party like your first party!!

It was all love for Mateyo's first birthday. A big contingent of family and friends represented nicely, and got treated to food, games, and red velvet cake!! Mateyo pulled out the big guns and was awake for the ENTIRE party, good job Mateyo..now go to sleep so your parents can get some rest!! Check out the rest of the pics!

Happy Birthday Mateyo!

The famz came together tonight to celebrate our year-long obsession. Mateyo turned one today at 10:39am and a big feast at the local buffett was in order. There's more festivities to come on Saturday, so keep posted for further coverage on this breaking story. By the way Obama/Biden '08 kinda has a weird ring to it.

kain na?

Contrary to the image shown, my child is well fed.

Pagdiriwang at John Anson Ford Theatre

My dad invited us to a great show at the John Anson Ford being put on by Kayamanan Ng Lahi. It was called Pagdiriwang and displayed the beauty and fun of Philippine dance and music for kids (and adults) in the LA area. Mateyo was asleep when we got there, but as soon as he woke up, he was clapping along and pointing to the dancers on stage. When my dad was playing his bandurria on stage, Mateyo pointed and gave his customary "eh, eh" grunt.

you're a good man charlie brown

Dodger Blue!!

We got together with the family to watch the Dodgers take on the Diamondbacks, little did we know that Manny Ramirez would be joining them the next game. We're excited, but could you have any worse timing? Enjoy the pics!

mateyo's got a vision for the future

Hip Hop Sleepy Head

dog days

Marley rarely gets much pub anymore and that's a shame. He's handling his brother role really well (when he's not making us feel sorry for him) and just recently got his a** groomed, which he hates. Gotta love kuya marley!

Lookout! Here I come!

He's mobile!! Mateyo's crawling skills are increasing by the day and there's no telling when he'll be upright, but it seems sooner rather than later. Just in time for.....his 1st birthday which is coming up shortly. Keep the weekend of August 23-24 open and we'll drop an evite in the next couple of weeks. Keep it movin' MATEYO!!

today

July 4th preview

We had an enlightening July 4th weekend and many more pictures to share. Mateyo had his first taste of exploding pyrotechnics. Fire. Hehe. Fire. Check 0ut MORE PICS here.

Nasaan ang fishes?!?

Mateyo, Cindy and I went to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach over the weekend (LBC!!). He loved the big fishes, like the sea bass. He got a kick out of the sea lions swimming around, and was just plain confused about them jellyfish. We even found Nemo! His favorite though was seeing the little lorikeets eat the barette out of his mom's hair. Tey! Nasaan ang ibon?!?

One Love

Back Off...

You DON'T wanna check my diaper if you know what's good for you!

Summer Lovin'

Spent Saturday trying to stay cool. The thermometer at the Dodger game on TV was reading in the high 110's out here, so it was pretty rough. We inflated a little kiddle pool for Mateyo and he got his splash on.

Dear Lakers Fans,

Let's Get this ONE!!!

Hey, don't say we didn't get a heck of a show this season. But my guess is that it ain't quite over yet. 2 in boston. Impossible? Mateyo says "it's just a day in the life of a player...papa." word to that son. word to that.

Happy Father's Day!

A shout out to all the fathers out there. This was my first, and it was really great. Thanks to all of you who put it down for your kids and make sure they are staying in line ;) -- laks

Lakers Win 1!!!

3 more to go!

Representing for a New Generation

The look on his face says it all. Championship swagger, mixed with a humble confidence! Lakers and Celtics face off tonight and Mateyo is getting warmed up for a great battle. We ain't hopping on no bandwagon, cuz we been down since my dad was kickin' it with Jack back in '71 and rooting on Jerry West and Wilt to their only championship that decade. I had it good in the '80s coming up and seeing the "showtime" Lakers. Magic. Worthy. Coop. Byron. Cap. It's all coming back, and now Mateyo gets to have his own legacy (at least for this year). All I gotta say is GO LAKERS BWOY!!!

Check out Mateyo's pre-game warmups

The Comedy Stylings of Mateyo Dayaw

Pick me up puhhleeese?!?

Pardon me, I didn't catch that...oh, yeah...I know I'm handsome (...and humble).

What you lookin' at...never seen a baby before or sumthin?!?

Laaakers Basketball!!!

Mateyo is ready, are you?!? Go Lakers!!