Claudine posts 'happy day' photo with Raymart

Estranged couple Claudine and Raymart with children Sabina and Santino (Claudine Barretto)

Things seems to be getting better between estranged couple Claudine Barretto and Raymart Santiago, who were all smiles as they posed for the camera with children Sabina and Santino in a restaurant.

Claudine took to photo-sharing site Instagram on the night of Saturday, June 28, to share images of the happy occasion.

Netizens’ reaction

She captioned the first photo with "The kids, their dad and I;" while the next photo bore the label Happy day."

Many netizens expressed happiness and hope for the couple.

But the Santiagos’ legal battle is not yet over. Claudine accused Raymart of physical abuse, while the actor claimed that his estranged wife has a history of drug abuse and mental illness.

Claudine and Raymart are also locked in a child custody battle. According a report by ABS CBN News Judge Geraldine Macaraig advised  Claudine and Raymart to "discuss a possible arrangement concerning their children."

Claudine also told ABS-CBN News that she and Raymart  "will strive to be good parents" despite legal and personal issues.