March 12, 2011

My most awaited day of the year.
My birthday - 23rd :)

My friends and I went on a cold and windy day trip to Tagaytay, an extension of my night before's celebration with my office teammates (will tell more in the future).

After Hanna's 30-minute delay on the said call time, and Ibay's almost two hours wag-mo-ko-tawagan-low-bat-ako and sandali-may-hinihintay-pa-ako endeavor, we arrived the City of Romance (imbento ko lang yun) at 12 noon.

Our initial itinerary was interrupted due to my disobedient friends, still I love them. Cheesy. Instead of going to Caleruega, Sonya's and Bag of Beans on the earlier part of the day, we had no choice but to put our plans on hold.

Bag of Beans
All starved, we had our lunch at Bag of Beans. This was the only stop that was kept unchanged when the itinerary was discussed. "Basta sa Bag of Beans tayo kakain." 

Vincent and I ordered Seafood Salad in white sauce and Roast Beef. Food comes in huge servings so its good for sharing. I loved them both but eventually you get so full, you can't breath and you stop eating. Toni and Allan had Lasagna and Porkchops, while Hanna and Ibay both ordered Tapa. Ivica and Anakat also enjoyed their Seafood Pasta and Garlic Shrimp. 

We were lucky to be seated in a small hut draped white curtains - a relaxing feel. There's also a couch to complete the warm ambiance. 

Caleruega

I've been to Caleruaga once when Toni and I had our very first double date. She was with her first boyfriend then (HAHA). We hoped for hearing a mass, remembering what my mom told me, "Magsimba ka ha." Unfortunately, a wedding was scheduled for the day. 

Caleruega's serene and nature-friendly ambiance will make all troubled souls come in peace. Toni and I once promised that we will spiritually refresh at the place once we are stable (hanggang ngayon wala pa). They offer retreat programs complete with accommodation and food. 

It seemed like Caleruega was one of the top spots for tourists, or even locals since a group of noisy kids/students filled the place. Parang field trip lang. I hope they maintain the peacefulness of the place.

Tagaytay Highlands
Thanks to Toni's contact, we were able to wander Tagaytay Highlands, which is stricly for members only. It was so cold and windy I had to tuck my dress between my legs. Now, I realized how awkward it looked in the photos. :| Parang jumpsuit na ewan. Haha. Finally, my cardigan, being part of my porma, was of great use. :)

The cable car was unavailable because of the risky weather, sayang! It would have been great if we stayed for the night but we all had plans. Besides, none of us were part of the club's membership.
 

Here are some touching photos dedicated to me by Ivica. :)

I really had fun spending my special day with my lovely friends, and of course with Vincent. :) I may not have treated them any drinks or meals (I promised I would pag mayaman na ako), I'm pretty SURE we all had a great time! The quality time spent together is way important than anything else.

This is one of the funniest books I have ever read! :)

Introduced to me by my officemate, Dannah, I borrowed it the moment she said it was humorous. I'm not into sad, sorrowful and heavy novels that make you wanna cry.

It's a blog-like book that talks about a girl's journey through puberty and everything that comes along with it. A story of a typical 16-year old girl, who faces the challenge between love, friendship and parents.

Here are some of my favorite lines:
"I smiled brilliantly, trying to do it without making my nose spread out over all of my face."
- Georgia hates her wide nose

"Yes I am the Queen and Georgia did a big poo this morning."
- Libby's (Georgia's little sister) dialogue while talking to Georgia's crush; Georgia on pacute mode.

"Kissing the back of your hand is no good because you can't tell which is which - which is lip and which is hand."

"I think my breasts are definitely growing. Fondling is supposed to make them bigger."

"He's got a very big mouth but then so have you."

"Someone farted in assembly this morning."

Call me mababaw or what but I did enjoy this book a LOT. I heard it has a sequel, looking forward to reading them all. :)

Btw, I've actually seen the movie first before reading the book. Need not to imagine the characters along the way. Plus, it made reading funnier. 

                                                               Georgia, the main lead.