I wanted to sleep longer today because today is the start of my leave from work, but probably habits don't die that easily so here I am wide awake. My plans today is just for me to relax and forget about the wedding preps, like what my coord told me last night.Perhaps she has sensed that both Enrique and I are stressed already from all the preparations, and she was 100% correct. Much as I wanted to...
Dec 7, 2006
Nov 28, 2006
Ramblings After the Audit
For days I have been worrying about our internal audit (which by the way, happened a few hours ago) because it's the first time that I will be part of it, and that it will be longer compared to other participants (since I am a heavily involved with the operations). But anyway, the audit turned out to...
Nov 21, 2006
Prenups in Tagaytay
We had our prenups in Tagaytay last Nov 11, and I'm so happy with the outcome of the photoshoot. I was really anxious because a week had passed and Archie, our photographer, hasn't sent the cd. So when it arrived around lunch time today, I was really excit...
Nov 20, 2006
Congratulations, Filipinos!
Congratulations to all Filipinos for the fantastic wins this month.... First was Ronnie Alcano conquering the World Pool Championship. And now, our beloved Pacman, Manny Pacquiao. They have certainly made Filipinos proud. I hope both victories will serve as uniting factors for our nation.And congratulations...
Nov 16, 2006
Our New Home
Yesterday was truly a memorable one because our very first home was turned over to us. We were tired because it was a long day for us, but as the day came to a close, there was still so much energy in us.After sending out the invitations to our sponsors and relatives, we went straight to Rustan’s to...
Nov 7, 2006
The Love Nest
Hahaha! What a title!Anyway, I still can't get over the fact (and excitement) that we now have a place to stay as we start a new life together. I can tell Enrique feels the same way because he has been going in and out of the unit, checking out every detail of the place.Our major development aside from this is that we have already bought our very first batch of "conjugal" property... our furniture!...
Nov 6, 2006
Bridal Shower: Spa Theme
My bridal shower held last Saturday was truly a blast, and I was really happy and thankful to my friend Sarah for setting up a spa-themed shower for me. Six of my friends came over and I was really glad they were really up for it. They each brought their own sleepover attire and their own spa kits.
Of...
Oct 30, 2006
In Love and War
It's been almost two weeks since Enrique came back from work, and so far our time together has been fantastic. Of course these first two weeks wasn't as perfect as how we imagined and expected them to be, as pressing challenges came our way. Hey, it's not easy adjusting again to the other's presence, plus add the issues on wedding reparations and house hunting. It's funny that when I saw him the first...
Oct 18, 2006
Killing Me Softly
Only one more sleepless night and Enrique is here, and the anticipation is killing me! Finally, after months of being apart, we'll be together again. *Sigh*One of my friends asked me if I am got tired of waiting for our big day, since I started doing our wedding preparations 1 1/2 years before our date. I told her that I wasn't really bored waiting for our wedding day, because I was more anxious about...
Oct 12, 2006
Encore: Sick and Hungry
I knew it.I shouldn't have gone to work earlier during the week; now I'm suffering from flu relapse. And it's even worse than last week! My whole body is aching, my head is like being split into several pieces, and I'm having chills even though my folks here say it's hot. *Sigh*So here I am stuck again in my bed. I'm probably beginning to grow roots here. And as usual, I'm watching TV - Lifestyle...
Oct 7, 2006
Sick and Hungry
I've been down with a mean flu for the 3rd day today, and I'm beginning to be depressed already. Sometimes I want spending my spare time for myself, just lounging around my bed, watching TV, reading books and magazines, and just plain resting. But this weekend, I have so many plans, and all of them are shelved because of my current state.Aside from this, all the shows in Lifestyle Network make me...
Oct 5, 2006
Sleepless in Kapitolyo
The whole night I couldn't sleep, and as I tried to do so, I was wondering why I was experiencing this. I thought of what had happened during the day that might have contributed to this, including what I have eaten and how much water intake did I have. The food I ate was just normal. Sure, I had dinner with two of my friends, but we just ate pasta and the spinach-cheese dip. I drank fairly a good...
Oct 2, 2006
Beaten Black and Blue
While driving on my way home, my boss called me up and told me that Ateneo lost against UST. I was a bit shocked, although for some reason, I was expecting the outcome. I told him... "Ah really... I resign! If that's the reason you called!" And we started laughing. So he told me to just drive safely.Anyway, yes, it's true, the radio confirmed it that UST won. Ateneo ran out of time for a last shoot,...
Oct 1, 2006
The Man Who Stayed
"It's emotionally rewarding to be with a person who's excited and happy to be with you. You'll wonder why, in the past, you chose to spend so much of your time with someone who didn't seem so interested."This was my horoscope for the day, courtesy of the Philippine Star (actually it was a Saturday horoscope but I just read it now). And boy was it meaningful to me.Some people read horoscopes to find...
Sep 30, 2006
Saturday Night Ramblings
Since cable isn't available right now, I might as well ramble tonight...PradaLast night, Cat and I met up in Greenbelt, and we passed by Prada, where I wanted to show her the bag I’ve been eyeing lately...Forget the girl, focus on the bag...I salivated as soon as I saw the bag in the shop, and I almost...
Age of Enlightenment
Finally, the dark age is over.
I was beginning to be really depressed as I read a book using a candle, when the main light in our staircase area switched on.
Yes! After three days of almost city-wide blackout, we are finally overcoming the effect of typhoon Milenyo. Together with uprooted big trees, toppled electrical posts and billboards, the darkness completed the eerie atmosphere that has befallen...
Sep 28, 2006
Typhoon Milenyo
Right now there is a typhoon called Milenyo, and where am I?Here at work of course. I didn't know that office was suspended. I wanted to just stay at home because I might get stuck later in flash floods, but I decided to just go ahead and report for work... we have one seafarer leaving tonight and I know (and hope!) my staff will be here at the office.As expected, it was just me who arrived here on...
Sep 26, 2006
Can't Beat The Black and Blue
I read an article in Philstar.com about our beloved Ateneo's win against UST, and I felt again that sweet moment I felt upon seeing the awesome shot of Doug Kramer.... And UST thought they bagged it. They were all cheering and dancing "Go USTe, Go USTe!" There was even a banner by UST that read... "OUST...
Sep 25, 2006
Autumn Fashion
Fall... Autumn....I love this season, not only because this is the theme of our wedding (in fact, this is why I chose an Autumn theme, I love this season), but because fashion-wise, this is the time for dressier outfits with really rich hues, including black. This is also my time of the year to semi-haul...
Total Effects+
After years of using couture skin care products, I have decided to put to an end this little madness of mine and start using less expensive alternatives. My past power potions have served me well anyway. It was such a blessing good timing when Olay Total Effects+ Cream was being advertised fiercely....
Sep 22, 2006
Love-Hate
Love it. Hate it.This is my current relationship with my job.The week that was and this week were two terrible weeks when it comes to my work stuff, and I came this close to quitting my precious job and be content with being a housewife to be. So many challenges faced our fleet, and these had to do with being compassionate with our seafarers' personal requests. I just wonder if other shipping companies...
Sep 21, 2006
French Mediterranean or Modern Asian?
Enrique and I dreamed of having a Modern Asian themed house of our own. However, I am beginning to like the look of the French Mediterranean / Old Spanish theme as well. We have both looked at South Forbes which showcased these two options before he left last March, and we both liked it, though we leaned...
Sep 15, 2006
What Kind of Baby Am I?
I got an email from my friend and it listed what kind of baby a person is according to the month one is born.Here's my result.Stubborn and hard-hearted. Strong-willed and highly motivated. Sharp thoughts. Easily angered. Attracts others and loves attention. Deep feelings. Beautiful physically and mentally. Firm Standpoint. Needs no motivation. Shy towards opposite sex. Easily consoled. Systematic...
Sep 14, 2006
What Filipino Food Am I?
Got this from Jen's blog. This was my result...Which Filipino Food Are You?Sisig: Diced meats seasoned with spices and served on a sizzling hot platterTake this quiz! Quizilla Join Make A Quiz More Quizzes Grab C...
Sep 13, 2006
All About Food
I got this from Liv's blog, so now I'm answering the q's:How do you like your eggs?: Scrambled. Sometimes with cheese.How do you take your coffee/tea: Coffee - with cream; Tea - w/ just hot water.Favorite breakfast foods: Though I rarely eat breakfast, my fave food to eat varies. Sometimes Beef tapa and longganisa. Sometimes just moist scrambled eggs and rice. Sometimes danggit or daing and rice....
Sep 11, 2006
If the Shoe Fits
It is quite rare that a pair of shoes from Nine West fit me (my feet are too small they don't fit a size 5M), and it is even much rarer that half a size higher than my usual shoe size. And so I succumbed to another shoe calling... I love my new pair of shoes! Though there were three colors to choose...
Sep 8, 2006
Ceasefire!
Finally!After more than a month of constant arguments about wedding preparations, clash of personalities, accusations of not being able to understand and of being unaffectationate towards the other, Enrique and I had a really long talk that that didn't end in ugly terms. Sure, there was a bit of the usual arguing about certain opinions, but at least this time, we have acknowledged that when these...
Sep 3, 2006
French Women Don't Get Fat
French Women Don't Get Fat"by Mireille GuilianoThis book by Mr. Guiliano is a lovely little read to those who want to know the ultimate secret not only in getting and staying thin and healthy, but to know and practice the (lost) art of eating with pleasure."French Women Don’t Get Fat" tells the readers...
Aug 29, 2006
The Boring Me?
Last night before I went home, I read again some of my very first posts in my blog and I was fascinated by the topics that I have written when I was 26 and decidedly single (hahaha do I have to stress the words decided and single? haha). From the Quarterlife Crisis blues to the question of becoming an old maid, there was so much uncertainty in me during those times. And it was fun...Don't get me wrong,...
Aug 28, 2006
Enrique's Tough Decision
*Sigh*Enrique and I was able to talk last night after two days of being not ok with each other. I thought things are already ok - our wedding plans, immediate and future plans. And then he told me the news...The Master onboard talked to Enrique and told him that he is recommending him for a promotion, provided that Enrique stays onboard at least until November.Enrique's decision? Never mind the promotion,...
Aug 25, 2006
Blog Look Revamp
Yet another revamp of the look of my blog.*Sigh*You know, a form of therapy to sooth my mind after a really gruelling week of hard work and challenges. I deserve a medal here at work. Good thing I like my job a lot, because... it is sooo not worth the pressure!*Sigh*Another rant. But then again.... like what my blog header says... I should be the "Carefree.Woman" that I used to be. And so I will....
Aug 24, 2006
Book Review: A Guide To Elegance
A Guide to Elegance by Genevieve Antoine Dariaux is a little elegant book that provides an A to Z guide on how to be and how to look elegant at all times. It is a light read, packed with do's, don'ts, and reminders, about topics from accessories to jewelry to shoes.One would definitely find the book...
Aug 23, 2006
"The Sister I Never Had"
"I love Dorina... She's the sister I never had..."
What the??? That was the killer and heart-breaking statement of Niko when Zosimo asked if he likes Dorina.
Hehehe. I know, I know, another dose of Bituing Walang Ningning. I shouted when I heard that and felt sorry for Dorina. Now I'm not sure if they will end up together, just like in the movie.
Anyway, going back to the real life, I just thought...
Aug 22, 2006
Weekend Escapades
Last week was yet another rollercoaster ride for me, made longer by the declared non-working holiday yesterday...SATURDAYGrandfather's ConditionMy grandfather was rushed to the hospital late last week. I spent whole day in the hospital. Upon seeing him when I went to the ICU, I broke down into tears, as I'm not used to seeing him in that condition. But he was able to talk to me, and even asked when...
Aug 18, 2006
The Secret Is Out!
Finally! The secret is out.... Rosa Mia now knows that her daughter is none other than Dorina Pineda! *Clap Clap Clap*Sorry, I am so hooked on the telenovela "Bituing Walang Ningning" that sometimes I rethink any dinner dates with my friends, thinking that I might miss a juicy scene. This is the first time I got hooked on a Filipino telenovela, as my own tv world used to only consist of Lifestyle...
Aug 14, 2006
Dreams Interpreted
I asked my friend Brian to read my post on my nightmares, and he gave me this website... Dream Moods "I'm Being Chased"Chase dreams often stem from feelings of anxiety in your walking life. The way we respond to anxiety and pressure in real life is typically manifested as a chase dream. Running is an instinctive response to physical threats in our environment. Often in these dream scenarios, you are...
Nightmares
Last night, I had two consecutive nightmares, although both ended in somewhat good ways. But what do they mean?Dream 1I was a black kid, around 5 years old. I was playing with this other black kid, but he was being rough. In our rough play, he fell down the slope, and he died. As soon as this happened, his tribe went out chasing me. I was running for my life, hiding running, swimming in all know places,...
Aug 11, 2006
Dinner at Burgoo
Last night I had dinner in Burgoo with my former w@wie friends: Jen, Jane, Arlene, and Maricel (plus Maricel's friend Cheggs(?), and Arlene's yaya). It has been a really long time since we last went out to dinner - hectic work, delicate pregnancy, mismatched schedules. But we tried our very best to...
Aug 7, 2006
Just My Luck
Last Friday, I watched the movie Just My Luck (starring La Lohan) with my "niece-in-law" and it was a blast! I had fun watching it, and at least my depression eased out a bit. The movie was a little too impossible though... imagine all your life you've been very lucky, and nothing bad has ever happened to you. But still, we both enjoyed each and every scenario offered by the movie.While on our way...
Success!
Hah!After 5 hours of driving lessons over the weekend, I finally used our car to go to the office this morning. Though I stopped about twice, I'm still happy that I reach the office with no accidents and all. YES!I almost didn't get to bring the car today because just yesterday we found out that the battery got discharged. We thought it got fixed after an hour of turning the engine on. This morning...
Aug 2, 2006
Hailing A Taxi Is A Bitch!
Well, at least getting one in Enrique’s place.It’s the third straight day that I’ve been commuting going to work and coming home, and believe me, getting a cab along Enrique’s street really is impossible! Considering that their street is a main street if you are going to Makati. The first two days, I was plain lucky because in those two instances, the passengers got dropped off along our street. However,...
Jul 27, 2006
Blog Me?
The other day, my friend Liv was a bit exasperated when she learned that she couldn't access blogs (including hers) in blogger from her office. She was delighted however to have learned about Wordpress, and so she imported all her blog entries to her blog's new home.
She insisted that I use Wordpress as my blogs' "mirror site" so that she could still read my ramblings and thoughts. Somewhere along...
Jul 25, 2006
Ghosts of The Past
Last night I had coffee with my former officemate from my first employer. It was a pleasant surprise that he sent me a text message early that day, given that prior to him sending me one, I was thinking about my former company and how my good ol’ friends were.Anyway, it was a really nice meet-up. We talked about our current disposition in life (him married, yet on the rocks, me engaged to be married),...
Jul 24, 2006
Wedding Gift for Enrique
I really really want to buy a watch for Enrique for our wedding, but due to financial limitations for now, I guess this has to be put on hold.This is what I planned to buy for him. IWC Ingeniur CollectionBut ultimately, when we become successful in our respective careers (he as a Master Mariner, me...
Things I Live By
Last week I bought the latest issue of Marie Claire Philippines, and I found this issue very interesting! I was especially inspired by the cover issue story “Things Eula Valdez Lives By,” that I decided to come up with my own list of things that I do live by.
Aside from living the 10 Commandments and the Christian/Catholic Teachings, here is my list, covering various aspects of my life and my interests:
The...
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