Fifth and counting!

It was almost a year ago since we've met and I can't imagine how time flies so fast. A simple "Hi" that started it all, led to an experience of a lifetime which we will definitely treasure until our last breath. You found me, I found you and it was an instant hit.

Of all the places, I did not expect to find LOVE here. We both left our home country in pursuit of giving good life to our family. That alone, was a major sacrifice that we need to deal with. Achievement? Yes, it is. Living and working independently abroad is considered to be a feat and we should be proud of it. Always be reminded that it takes guts and a lot of hardships to be where we are now. It's not easy. Struggles are, indeed, real.

YOU just went through a raspy relationship. Same name, same features, but it did not stop you from trying again. While there I was, looking and wandering, for a long time. We came across different people but things dint work out the way as we want it to be. We might have ended up hurting them or the other way around. Yet, it's not intentional. "Everything happens for a reason", the famed and overused line to make us feel relieved if things fall apart and to keep us going. One thing's for sure though, we learned from them and be a better version of ourselves, with copyright.

That moment when we first spent time together, butterflies in my stomach were all over while your ears were SO flushed. It was a delight to see, I must say, and the feeling was unexplainable. We talked and opened our lives, without minding the time because we know that we have so MUCH ahead of us. You knew my weakness and you indulge me with it. On our way home, my heartbeat went crazy when you did that sweet move and I had post-date blues by then, which got me very poignant because I finally found MY LOVE.

I know He gave me you for a reason and I will be FOREVER grateful. You are an answered prayer and I feel very blessed to have you.

15th, save the date! We both know why. Your reaction is still vivid, that you even asked for a repeat to confirm what I've said. You are my first and I am your second. It was momentous because it only meant another new beginning for us.

The path that we took is not an easy one. We had absurd misunderstandings that sometimes led to small fights, people pretending to care but in reality, they are not, the environment, the schedule. These challenges that we are facing as we move along, won't affect the foundation that we have built. If that happens, let's go back from where we have started, remind ourselves and ask, why? We don't strive to be perfect, we all have flaws and everyday is an opportunity to learn something new about us.

We can get through everything. With His guidance and divine intervention, nothing will go wrong.

We had a heart-to-heart conversation the other night and I said to myself, I was not wrong in choosing you. I am secured with you and I will hold on to that. You have my full trust and so am I to you. I have found my home in you, my other half, my soulmate, and I will do the best that I could to keep and sustain what we have.

I know we still have so much months and years ahead of us, share and laugh stories with, do crazy stuffs that only us can understand, to travel and see what the world can offer. I'm looking forward to that moment where we can just be free spirits, roaming the world, without no care in the world. I will always be here for you, support you in everything that you do, be your motivator and source of inspiration if all else fails, and give myself wholly because I know, we both deserve each other and it's a gift from Him.

I want them to know that you are mine and I am yours. Nothing can stop us. Cheers to infinity AND BEYOND!

Kiss me if you wanna be loved...

"Love is a beautiful thing. Hold on tight."

#5th

Super late post: DG x LK's Styling/Photography/Blogging workshop

When: March 24, 2012

Where: Ariato Function Center, Il Terazzo

This event was the most-awaited by all fashionistas, shutterbugs, and bloggers 'cuz the famous David Guison and Lissa Kahayon were the hosts. These 2 are Forever 21's ambassadors, Lookbook icons, and inspiration to all youths, like me.

Check out these photos:

We began at around 2pm, I guess, and Lissa was the first who shared her thoughts about blogging/styling. Her shoes were stunning! :)

Then with David...

Sweet chemistry for these two icons. I don't know, but rumor has it that they are in a relationship?!?! What d'ya think??! :)

Got-off from the talk for a while to start with some activity. Styling/Photography/Blogging!

She represent our group!

When we were done, we went back to the area to grabbed some food and filled our hungry tummies.

Meet and greet with DG x LK. I looked dumb! ROFL!

my teammates!

the presentation

and the winners are...

up-close and personal!

their shoes! DG x LK!

I won! wuhooo!!

Goody giveaways!

Quickie stroll in the area!

What's inside the Goody bag?!

JP, indeed!

I really had fun attending this interactive seminar. I even tweeted in joy DG x LK on my way home and they replied back! The organizers, The List Group, did a good job to make this happen and now I'mma fan of them! Lots of events are in store for the coming months, as they promised!

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Super late post: Scorching Summer heat II

When: I cannot remember the date anymore. Around May 2012.

Where: Canyon Cove, Batangas

Second outing of the year with my officemates, again. We all had fun getting sun-kissed skin, cold water splash all over our bodies, the activities, almost everything. A good way to wrapped-off our summer. I just wished we stayed longer though. :)

Here are some of the photos:

our division

Cover photo, CAPTURED!

Banana boat-ing!

EDI's next big things!

Some photos of us having a DP-moment

A day-off to free our minds from work. We were all like so lively going everywhere and trying all kinds of water sports. Lesson learned: Don't bring your DSLR if you are going to a beach outing!  LOL! I was not able to capture everything because I was afraid that my camera might fall in the water. One thing that I don't wanna happen. :D

Byee. We gtg. :(

Left Canyon Cove before dawn and we were all dead tired. Tiring but fulfilling, I must say! :)

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Super late post: Wild, Young, and Free (1st summer outing for 2012)

When: March 17-18, 2012

Where: Makiling Highlands, Laguna

Just a sudden out-of-town overnight trip with my colleagues. Not an official company outing though (save the date for that!).

I had fun, we all did. Learned a lot of things (LMAO!). Right time to relax and to unwind. As the song goes "Free your mind and the rest will follow!" :D


Check these out:

School pride!

The girls

Welcome to Santorini!

Our room. A BIG ONE!

Reminds me of Big Brother's house.

We arrived in Laguna at dawn. We were all hungry and wanted to have our dinner as soon as we can. But looking for a place to eat was not that easy for us. We ended up at Max's, blocks away from our resort.

Shane and Moi

Kids can tell!

very exhausted group pic 'cuz of the long walk

my plate

After the scrumptious dinner, we headed back to the resort. We were all full and wanted to have a good night sleep instead of swimming (kill joy moments for the majority!). We just had some boys/girls groupies talks with, of course, liquors in front of us. (for more photos browse here)

billiards

Loving this pond

The Lion King!

Strolling...

found this cave inside the resort

Checked out at around 11am then off to Isdaan (one of Laguna's finest resto I must say) to grab some lunch!

The group

Isdaan has the Thailand/Malaysian vibe because of the statues. We felt like we were inside a theme park and a restaurant in 1. Definitely a place to go to when you're in Laguna. :D

Summer is just starting and so are we, with the outings. More of this in the coming days!

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