Best Wishes Jen!

We attended Jen and Jayson's wedding last Saturday at the historic Barasoain Church. Since Jen was the first to wed in our barkada, you can just imagine how happy and excited we were for her big day.

Two weeks before the wedding, we threw a bridal shower for her with an intimate dinner at Super Bowl with her sisters and close friends. Our theme for the gifts was "Pamper the Bride". So, we gave her all sorts of stuff that would make her feel comfortable before, during and after the wedding. I gave her cocoa butter lotion to prevent or at least minimize the stretch marks that may arise after giving birth and some spa goodies that she can use at home. Siyempre, dapat fabulous wife and mom ito! Haha. She also received a beautiful nightie from Rach, a Body Shop loot bag from Tet, a relaxing eye mask from Kat, and make-up from her sister, Cel.

On her wedding day, Jen was the perfect epitome of happiness and contentment. As she was walking down the aisle, I couldn't help but be emotional. I was soooooo happy for them both because I know that it is with each other that they found love, peace, happiness, and contentment.

Congratulations and Best Wishes to Jayson and Jen! Here's to many many years of love, good health, success, and beautiful children! Cheers!

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Simple Joys

After a long day at work and running errands after it, Jerome and I treated ourselves to a nice dinner at Burgoo. While waiting for our meal to arrive, we decided to unwind and have some fun by drawing on the white paper that served as our place mat, using the crayons provided by our waitress. Who would have thought that I snagged an artist for a boyfriend? *tee hee*

my name with my butterfly trademark

Jerome's very own version of Guyito (Inquirer's mascot)

Jerome's funky carabao

And of course, my favorite artwork of all. Aww.

In and Out of My Monday Blues

I started writing this yesterday and only had time to finish it today and post it here. Here's how my Monday went...

I woke up today with a bad case of the Monday Blues. For some unknown reason, waking up and dragging myself to the shower was especially difficult today. After 45 minutes of continually snoozing my alarm clock, I finally got up from bed, took a bath, got dressed, fan-dried my hair (wasn't in the mood to use the blow dryer), grabbed my baon and left the house. Finished everything in record time - 35 minutes! I had no choice if I wanted to make it to the last shuttle service to Makati. That's what I get for waking up late. *sigh*

Fortunately, I was able to make it to the last shuttle bound for Makati. I was one of the last passengers to ride the van. And seconds after getting inside, I was fighting the urge to ask the driver to stop so I could get out . . . kasi SOBRANG INIT! To make matters worse, I was squeezed between big men, all sweaty, while the passengers in front had the aircon vent all to themselves! Talk about consideration! Argh!

The good thing is, the ride to Makati only took 45 minutes. So I had the time to stop for coffee at McDonald's and allowed the caffeine to shake me out of my woes. After finishing my caffeine fix, I took a deep breath and felt that somehow I was ready to take on the day. Blues or no blues.

The day flew by quickly at work and I found myself slowly enjoying the day. I guess I do like my job and most especially, my officemates, who have become my friends in my almost two years of stay in our company. In between workloads, Miel and I exhanged stories about how our weekend went - me, attending Jen's wedding and her, attending the Food Expo and her family's Mall of Asia adventure. And as usual, being in the company of good friends made me feel a whole lot better. *smiles*

After work, I stopped by at Coffee Bean to do a little studying. I was sitted by the window and had the view of Ayala Avenue at night. Watching the cars go by and gazing at the tall buildings of Makati had a calming effect on me. I guess I also do enjoy working in Makati.

I went home at 8:30 pm. Had dinner, took a bath and prepared myself to go to bed. Ready to take on another day ahead.

Pursuing My Happiness

I have always been a people pleaser. I find it hard to say no to people, acquaintances and friends alike.

I have always been sensitive about other people’s feelings. I have been blessed with this gift of sensing discomfort, hurt or pain, in spite of a smile plastered on one’s face.

I have always been considerate of others. I would willingly set aside my comfort for another person’s solace.

I have always been unselfish. I would readily lend my ear to someone who needs to be listened to, extend a helping hand even without being asked, and allow others to feel that they can come to me for encouragement, support or consolation.

I have been like this ever since I can remember. Always considering others’ needs before my own.

But for once in my life, I allowed myself to think about “me” first. I allowed my emotions to sit in front row, and others’ feelings behind it. I let my happiness run wild and free.

And I am at my happiest right now. Because I know I did the right thing. Finally, I found the man I am going to marry. I found the man I am going to spend the rest of my life with.

But I know by doing this, I have hurt people along the way. . . people significant in my life. And with this, I am truly sorry. I never intended for this to transpire. It wasn’t planned or arranged. It just happened.

And my one and only wish is for people to be happy for me. Really, truly and sincerely happy.

For my friends who have stood by me through those trying times, thank you so much. I will forever be grateful for your unconditional love and support. Thank you for accepting and allowing me to run after my happiness.

For our families who have been witness to how our love story unfolded, thank you. Thank you for your words of advice and comfort. It is with you that we got our strength to continue with the rough roads ahead.

And to the man I love, thank you for coming into my life. You are the one God intended for me all along.

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