Girl Talk

So last night was girls night/Jackie's house warming. Finally, a night where all 7 of us are in one room and this is what you get:

>>playing Nintendo's (yes, the orginal) Super Mario Bros.
>>eating, and talking, junk
>>reminiscing about grade school (yes, all 7 of us even went to the same grade school)
>>conversations that are too-hot-to-handle to post
>>"telling stories" (the happy, angry, freaky, & funny ones)
>>"pet names" for uhhh...errr... yeah.
>>questions that start w/ "How often do you..." ;-)
>>planning Mimi's wedding in August, Karen's bday in March, Lily's bday in April
>>Tootsie's claws (cut them!!) =) *muah*
>>new things: Wendy dyed her hair and it looks gorgeous; Becky is a BOY, not a girl; new pics of Zaida; Lily, Jackie, Mimi's diploma (congrats again!)
By the time I left, around 1:30am, they were cracking open the cranberry and vodka
I forgot my camera, but Wendy, Mimi, and Jackie will give me pics soon.

The Other Man

Today Ty came on the phone and finally declared his love for me. His exact words were "I love you, Jam". So naturally my heart told me to reply "I love you, too Ty-Ty." After, I squealed like a little girl. I knew he loved me, I was just waiting for him to realize that. I know I'm engaged, but one look at that face told me Jordan will have to share me w/ the adorable, identical twin, half Colombian, half Guyanese... 11 yr old. =P It's OK, he's pretty tall for his age, he's up to my neck - we'll work something out. lol.

The "Official" Bling Bling

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR BEST WISHES! *muah!*

Breaking News


Now for the details (for those who want to know)
well I got out of work cranky bc it was 7pm, my tummy was feeling funny, it was raining, and i wasn't in the mood to celebrate vday. so i get in the car and i see the normal flowers and card for vday. so i smile get in and he gives me the card to read. while i'm reading he takes out a box of the rainbow cookies i absolutely love. the card alone put me in tears and the end says "other side" and i turn the page to find a post-it that says "Will you by my Lapu Lapu forever?" (lapu lapu is just a funny endearment, which is a name of a fish). He gives me the box of rainbow cookies, and not only are there the cookies in there, but the ring in the box =)

I mean i knew it was a possibility that he would ask on vday, but while i was walking to the car and even reading the card and seeing the cookie box, it really didn't cross my mind that he would ask at that moment right there in the car -- rain, rainbow cookies and all =) yessss.. i bypassed the rainbow cookies and went for the ring =P

**EDIT**
Don't hold your breath, the wedding date won't be until years later (I'm thinking 2007) b/c we're taking our time and saving money ;)

Condolences

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.  He makes me lie

down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores

my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will

fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they

comfort me.  You prepare a table before me in the presence of my

enemies. You annoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.  Surely

goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will

dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

---Psalm 23



My Condolences.

Warning: Sappy, Mushy Stuff

This weekend was amazing and tiring at the same time. I was a little disappointed my usual 16-member family trickled down to 9 this weekend. We didn't bowl, instead we had a family night in. My stinky was there w/ me the whole time. I've heard sappy stories where someone "falls in love all over again" w/ his/her significant other, but I thought that was for the movies. However, seeing how much Jordan loves my family, how comfortable he is just being him around them, and how much they love him, I think I can say that I agree w/ that mushy stuff about falling in love again. =) (Pls, hold your gags. lol) Anyway, bottom line, family is everything to me, so I'm glad to have found someone who shares my passion. Even the kids ask where is the "white boy".lol. What's even better is that I feel at home w/ his family, too. This is both new and nice to us.

Saturday morning/afternoon was full of shopping. Jordan also got my early Valentine's Day present(s)! We went to Woodbury Common Outlets and I wasn't planning on buying anything b/c Italy still has me paying bills. However, I saw soooo many nice things in different stores, that he ended up getting all of them for me. I love it that he sees shoes/clothes and says to me "That is so you". haha. He also surprised my brother and got him JCrew sandals. We picked up some gifts for my Mom b/c her Bday is coming up. Then Sunday we had breakfast and lunch upstate, drove back to Queens, and had dinner at my sister's. Spending time w/ my family is exhausting but the most blessed aspect of my life. I can't wait to be able to "take care" of all them in return to show my gratitude.

Super Bowl was supposed to be watched w/ Jordan, but I'm just sooo tired and have so much to do.

Go New England, Patriots!

Saturday Morning

So its Saturday morning and I wake up at 7:30am. That's a treat for me considering that's not my Mon-Fri 6:30am wake up. Before I even brush my teeth, I turn on my PC. I think its become a habit. The other day, I almost answered my cell phone w/ "Citigroup" instead of "hello". I had to think about that for a minute before saying hello - that bugged me out. I think this week work has worked me out. This is a much-deserved, must-needed weekend.

My dad has been calling the radio station 103.5 KTU and asking "What is that song playing now?" and he writes it down to buy the album later on. He bought 2 Dance/Freestyle albums yesterday and now I'm the one blasting the music from my PC/iPod at 8am and loving it - it take me back to the 80s when growing up w/ my siblings.

I finally got back into working out. I haven't worked out since I've left for Italy. Let's hope it lasts.

[My dad and my niece in the Philippines talking about her bf]
Dad: So is that your boyfriend?
Niece: uhhh.. M.U., Grandpa. We have M.U.
Dad: M.U?! What's that shit?!?
Niece: Grandpa, Mutual Understanding
Dad: What's that shit??

Can't blame him, the Philippines seems to have a whole different lingo. I still don't know what the hell she means by Mutual Understanding. She's a special one.

Latest "inheritance": Mom's 1980's white quilted leather Chanel tote

Alright, I'm out, going upstate to Woodbury outlets (Dad is itching to go to the Ferragamo and Nautica stores). Then its off to brother's house for Bday Disco Bowling. =)

Almond Eyes

I know I have this poem written by Gerard Yabut on my site, but I really like it. The author is Filipino, so you can already see why I like the poem. Here is my favorite part, sometimes exactly what goes through my mind [the boldings are mine]:

"And you know
I hear you hate on our knowledge
But check -
Not every Asian
Does well in college.
I did.
But that’s because I actually opened my books
And was overzealous in class
So don’t be jealous
Because you’re an indolent (ass).

And here’s another
You say we can’t drive
Because we have slits for an eye.
I feel bad for you
Because you’re an imbecile guy.
Cause contrary to popular belief.
My vision is keen
My Optometrist
Told me 20/15.

And for the pseudo-bilingual people who think they’re so clever
Who attempt to speak a language they failed to endeavor
I know you might find this extremely absurd
But I looked it up
And Ching Chong-
Not a word.

What else
O yeah
You think that we’re passive
But that’s a big generalization for a population so massive.
Because if YOU.
Insult ME.
I will fight you
And I know that you’re scared
Cause I
Might
Know
Kung- FU.

But honestly I’d rather verbally bruise you.

Because
Through my almond eyes
I bet I can guess what you see.
Bruce Lee, Charlie, Jet Li
For-tune
Cook –
(E)
See.

But wait here’s the one I can’t stand
Not every Asian person is Chinese man.

Cause I’m Filipino
And I’m proud of that fact
But please don’t assume that I think I’m black.

Cause through my almond eyes
I see you still don’t empathize with me.
So instead of using stereotypes
Let me help you conceptualize
My reality."

The whole poem: click here

Weekday Babblings

Do you ever wonder why some ppl (including me) write "LOL" and you just know they're not laughing out loud? It may be a smile or even a light chuckle, but they're not laughing hysterical or rolling on the floor. I guess we just get used typing it or it's just methodical to type out "lol". Sometimes I'm really just smiling or let out a "heh". Just a thought to entertain. I'm probably going back to using "lol". Heh.

Do you ever feel sometimes that your days fly by, but the week crawls? Monday and today have flown by, yet, tomorrow is only Wednesday?? Its OK I guess b/c I actually have something to do in the middle of the week. My brother and I are taking Mom and my Dad to dinner, then to the Broadway show "La Cage Aux Folles". My bro said if you saw the movie "The Birdcage" then you'll get the gist of it. And I liked the Birdcage. At this age, I should be doing more of this sporadic outing, yet I'm at home at 9pm actually logged on for work to "clean up" some small things. booo =/

There are not enough days in a weekend, nor time in a day. Can't wait for Friday already!

New endearments: I'm Jordan's Lapu-Lapu and he's my Palabok (hehe, I think only Filipinos will get that).

"Do what makes you uncomfortable... that's whats going to take you to the next level" - I figured if I kept reminding myself that, I'll follow-through. =P

Because I'm slightly bored:
*5 Random Things in My Room:
1) 5 pairs of different colored Timbs in my closet from 3 yrs ago
2) 4 Pillows on my bed I NEED to sleep with (head, legs, left side, right side) =P
3) 3 stuffed animals on my bed (SpongeBob, white/red teddy bear, sad lookin' dog w/ a bonnet - all given by Jordan)
4) 2 "gadgets" I never thought I would have - a palm pilot and an iPod
5) 1 bouqet of Lilies by my bed