Getting Ready

My day at work this week was so freaking busy. It wasn’t stressful but the loads that I am having. I finally got to breathe yesterday which was Friday the last day of the week. It was a relief to inform my manager all the things that needs to be done while I am gone. But we will be having a final meeting on Tuesday to clear all lines of responsibility and pass it on.

I started packing Thursday. I wanted to make sure I have my brothers thingy which was the expensive thing to carry. My friend in Texas had something for her family too so I put it all together with my brother stuff so it will not be left out when things can get crazy on Tuesday night. I have not finished the packing yet since I am confused what to do with the rest of the candies I bought for the relatives and friends in Cebu. Definitely one luggage can’t fit it all. It’s all boxes of candies. There’s no way it could fit to a medium luggage. Hopefully, I can take one more so I can take everything that’s important.

My flights are booked through Cathay Pacific and a trip to Boracay through PAL. I am hoping to get my parents with me but I can’t see flight on PAL with discounted rates. It is so expensive to purchase the tickets right now. I saw some flights going to Kalibo. I don’t want them to take that route for just the two of them while I will be with hubby to Caticlan. I am not sure if they can make it to their flight safe. They’re 2 old people they could get lost easily. People in the PI when you are at the port there will be a hassling moment. I don’t want them to get stressed especially my dad.

I hope for a fun filled trip in the coming days ahead…til then!

Mixed Emotions

Two weeks from now, I will leave the country to visit Cebu again. I miss my family so much. I miss my 2 little naughty nephews. Their mothers are pregnant too. It will be the second baby to them. Quite a pity for me, but hey it’s not yet my time I guess. If it comes, it will come. It just depends on what time of the year or what God’s plan is. If it happens that will be a blessing. It’s up to his hands.

I am a little bit sad about the condition on my dad. His too sickly these days. I am scared in a way on what’s going to happen to him in the next coming days and months. His getting weaker and he seemed not too determined to get well. He is not taking his conditions seriously and for me that is so critical. I love my dad and I am just worried with his health. I hope his going to get better and have the determination to get well. He needs the love he most need and I’m hoping the family can really take care of him. With me being there, I am sure he will be happy.

I am planning to take my parents for a get away in a beach just to take them with me and enjoy some time. When I spoke to dad, his not geared towards the idea. Maybe because of his health and his not too sure if he can stand the walking and stress with the travel. That’s a bummer. It’s my dream to take them to see a place they never been. I will call them again and check. If dad is better, then probably it could make my dream come true.

New years Celebration

My friends and I had a good time. We had started our night in a fabulous restaurant in Santa Row at Roux Louisiana Kitchen. Majority of the party came and it was a great dining experience. Hubby and I started with crab cakes and our main course filet mignon. It was a good meal. We saluted Kim for booking it for us.

Right after dinner, the girls and I took some photos outside the restaurant. We just could not live without it especially when you we were dressed and made up. We continued the party at Norie’s place. We had bought 2 bottles of champagne to share for the group. I on the other didn’t get the drink since I was the designated driver. I just had an apple cider which was not a bad drink either. We joined the count down viewed by live telecast on tv, took photos on the exact time and the group picture afterwards. It was a great evening to be with friends and to be with the man of my life.

Reflection on 2009

It was such a good year for me. I am better emotionally. I’ve got a fine spirit all year long. I am blessed to have a good husband who’s always been there when I am sick, in good health and with just anything that we did adventurously. I have friends who were there through thick and thin. I am so thankful getting into that direction. Though I had a rough start with my job and dealt with an old boss, the year ended with a new management and my responsibility stayed with no stress. I had almost given up on it but thanks to my husband who enlightened me about it. Our decisions were made and surpassed the ordeal.