Popayan

Dear readers,

I am going to divide my post about Popayan, Colombia in two, because I first want to give you a look into all that I have been up to in Popayan and thereafter I want to give you a peek into celebrating Semana Santa, also known as "Holy Week", in Popayan, which is quite a happening!

The reason why I visited Popayan was because of the fact that my little nephew got baptized there and of all people they chose me to be his godmother, such an honour! So, that was the main reason. Second, because I wanted to experience Semana Santa, but this I will cover in another blog post.

The photos that I will show you now are my most treasurable, since my family and loved ones are in it. I hope you like it!

The first bunch are taken at Calibio. Calibio is this huge house of my brother-in-law's family. It has been in their possession since forever and I can definitely understand why. This place is magical! It is around 1000 hectares and its view is splendid. You can look all the way to Cali. Calibio is a place where his family can come together and enjoy their time off. Aside from that, this place is often rented for big events. For example, he and my sister got married here!

At Calibio, my brother-in-law's family house

Having breakfast

My boyfriend and my nephew LUCA :) Isn't he just BEAUTIFUL?!?!

My nephew Milo, Luca's little brother, the one that got baptized

Luca :)

At "Elejio", another of their event locations

Milo :)

Luca and Martina (his niece) riding a horse

Superman! :P

At Calibio, now for Milo's baptism

Godmother (me!) and Milo

From left to right: my mother, my brother-in-law with Milo, my sister and my dad!

Godparents baptizing Milo

Milo Thomas' cake

Milo's petit fours

Celebration dinner

My mom is so ready for easter ;)

I just love looking back at these pictures! :) Such a shame my sister lives so far away :( I wish they would live here, so I could see them more often, but hey, this is just the way it is!

What have you guys been up to lately?

Love, Melissa

See you soon Colombia!

Dear readers,

I am SO excited...in less than 12 hours I will be headed to Bogota, Colombia! :) Seriously cannot wait! My trip will be as follow: Bogota, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Taryona Parc, Cali, Popayan, Cali and back to Bogota. If any of you readers have been to one of these places or are currently living there, please share some tips! I would love to hear them! It would definitely make my stay so much more special, indulging the local tips! :)

As always, I will post photos as soon as I am back in Holland! In the meanwhile I hope I can write some posts when I am in Colombia.

For now...I wish you a very pleasant Easter and talk to you soon!

Love, Melissa

HAPPY EASTER!!!

Dear readers,

I wish you all a Happy Easter! To give you something to think about today, I included a very truthful quote to this post. Enjoy it!

Love, Melissa

Easter says you can put truth in a grave, but it won't stay there. - Clarence W. Hall

It's almost Easter!

Dear readers,

This coming Sunday we are celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ two days after he had been crusified. That is for those of you who believe in Jesus. I know I do!
When thinking of Easter I not only think about Jesus, but also about chocolate Easter eggs, Easter bunnies, willows, tulips, family brunches and of course...the colour yellow! Stores are full with Easter decorations and people are happily buying it and decorating their homes in Easter spheres. As with all commercialized holidays, decorations are pricey. So, for those of you who are willing to make your own Easter decorations, I have come across some really great do-it-yourself craftworks. You can make the following items by clicking on the link and following the how-to steps. Good luck!

Love, Melissa


http://www.marthastewart.com/goodthings/dyed-easter-baskets?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/decorating-for-easter#slide_49


http://www.marthastewart.com/article/spring-nests-how-to?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/decorating-for-easter#slide_26


http://www.marthastewart.com/article/spring-nests-how-to?page=2&backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/decorating-for-easter#slide_27


http://www.marthastewart.com/article/metallic-egg-basket?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/easter-eggs#slide_6