He Said Make It With Your Own Two Hands

Music Monday

Countdown to my date with Mr. A-Z (along with thousands of other people, haha): 21 days ♥

Tasty Tuesday

Her answer to the mister (Momo!'s version of tapa—spicier than the one in Mr. Jones)

Wishful Wednesday

My body felt like it was on vacation for a week. I wish I could wake up to this view every day, TBQH.


Thoughtful Thursday

{ photo via Honestly... WTF }


Fashion Friday

{ photos via Martha Stewart Weddings }

Just Like the Ocean Needs the Waves

There's a kiteboarder zipping in and out of the frothy waves. The sea breeze is cool, the sun warm on your face. There's a little girl making sand angels on the shore, picking up shells and throwing them back into the ocean. There's a faint thumping of music from a resort nearby.

It's the same island, a different time. The wind is too strong—they've already set up barriers along the beachfront. The sun is still shining.

The days aren't enough. You wake up early every morning, hoping to catch the sun at its brightest. You lay out and try not to burn. You jump into the water to cool off. The waves jostle you around and you fall on your knee. When you need to leave, you want to stay a little longer. Catch the last rays of light that you can on your almost burnt shoulders, dig your toes a little deeper into the powder-soft sand. It's never enough.

And the only remembrance you get? The faint color on your cheeks and a tiny purple bruise on your right knee.

Recharging

I'm still alive! Didn't realize I haven't blogged for over a month—going on two in a couple of weeks. Whoops.

What happened to me?


Chopped off my locks—twice!


Painted my nails 3 different shades.


Had Pumpkin Ravioli and Banana Amaretto French Toast from Borough in Podium. So good. I can't wait to go back.


Got a few gifts from friends. <3


Went on 2 weekend getaways with the lolas. (:

I thought I had completely recharged myself but as soon as I got back from the beach, my throat was scratchy and my nose was dripping. Ugh. After a weekend of working, I decided to stay home today and rest. But because I can't seem to help it, I keep refreshing my office email just in case I need to send something to someone. How's that for fake leave?

Still, I'm looking forward to another working weekend. Just need to get better so I can enjoy it!

Take me on a trip, I'd like to go someday

I didn't realize I haven't been updating until a friend told me to blog here already. And when I checked this morning, I saw that my last entry was over a month ago!

I've gone on three vacations already (2 to the beach and 1 to the mountains). Almost through fixing all my requirements for another vacation. And celebrating the birthdays of my May loves.

I got on a plane by myself this year. Waiting two whole hours alone in an airport and did not once wish I had someone with me. Treated myself to a well-deserved vacation and enjoyed immensely. The last time I did this was two years ago.

Just when you think things aren't going to get any better than this, God still has some surprises up his sleeve. This year is turning out great. (: Couldn't ask for anything more. I am so blessed.