I miss blogging! I wasn’t able to post new recipes and I still owe some blog friends with tags. Sorry guys because I am currently busy in our business. We are going to open an eatery business near our place. This would be in preparation for the coming school year. We are busy designing the place, searching for food suppliers, and applying for business permits because we intend to open in the third week of May. These really keeps me busy aside from my work at the office. My mind is quite occupied right now. As soon as we finished the set up of our new business, i will go back to blogging and post new recipes. I will also tell you more about our business when it’s final. That’s it for now.

Ciao!

Yesterday, April 23, 2008, was our third wedding anniversary. It has been 3 happy years of marriage. We had dinner with some friends and relatives. We had fun and enjoyed last night and we’re looking forward for more years together.

But let me introduce first my better half…

His Name: Arberth. A unique name with a wonderful personality. He got his name by combining his dad’s (Armando) and mom’s (Elizabeth) names. He doesn’t know where the R came from. Hehe. Kaya he doesn’t know the definition of his name.

How we met. We were classmates in college since our first year. Before we became a couple, we were friends for 7 years. We became very close friends during our last year in college. Then we graduated and had our own lives. We have a constant communication though we don’t get to see each other often. Then one night, during my visit to a friend who lives near his house, the romance started. It all started with a kiss….kisses…and lots of kisses. LOL

His characteristics.

Passionate. He’s a passionate man, husband, dad, and son.

Understanding. He’s the most understanding person I know, because he always understands me with all my imperfections.

Responsible. A responsible son and brother, most especially these days that his dad has passed away. He makes sure that his mom and sister are fine by visiting them more often. A responsible dad who buys Andre’s milk and diapers. Yes, he is the one who buys these items, he is more aware of the cost of Andre’s needs….ako hindi. Hahaha. Ako lang taga budget, hehe

Silent. He’s a silent type of person, most especially when we have misunderstanding. He just keeps quiet until I finish talking.

God-fearing. He definitely believes in God. He believes that God has his own reasons why things are happening and everything happens in its right time. He believes that God knows best.

Grateful. He’s very grateful to the people who have done good things to him and to his family.

All that and more make up the man that makes me fall head over heels in love with each and every day over and over and over again.

I know that there is no such perfect relationship. Of course we have petty quarrels, but it’s normal. These quarrels helped us know each other even better. We are still in the adjustment period of marriage, but since we started as good friends, no extra effort was needed to adjust for each other because we know each other very well. I’m really glad that we started as good friends and he has been one of my best buddies way back in college. Friendship is really the best foundation for a good relationship. It has been almost 14 years since we knew each other. We still have a long way to go and we know that we will still discover new things about each other.

To my dear husband, I want you to know that I am happy and contented with what we have right now, most especially having Andre. I want to thank you for being the best husband and best dad you can be. We know that there’ll be trials that will come our way, and we have to face and solve it together with His guidance. Andre and I will always be by your side and will give you unconditional love. With God’s guidance and God’s grace, I know will stay together until our last breath. I love you so much Dy! Keep the faith. Mwah.

I am a fan of Mikee Cojuangco and I haven’t heard any news about her these days. Mikee is from the prominent Cojuangco family of the Philippines, and the niece of the former President Corazon Aquino, who was recently diagnosed with colon cancer. She has soared towards success not only as an equestrienne, but as an actress, commercial model, and youth leader in her Tarlac hometown. She started riding horses when she was 10 years old, and started competing in equestrian events right away. She has won a number of awards internationally. Her best winning moment happened on the 2002 Asian Games that was held in Busan, South Korea. Mikee managed to get Philippines’ third and last gold medal in the individual show jumping event.

Even without meeting her in person, I know she is beautiful, inside and out. Despite her privileged background, she has remained down-to-earth and a believer of the simpler things in life. She is now married to Dodot Jaworski, a former PBA player turned politician, and has two sons. Here’s a picture of Mikee on her equestrian clothing.

In preparation to my parent’s visit, my sister, who lives in Vancouver with her family, has purchased a silk bedding to dress up the bed on their guest room. Even if it’s spring time, their place is still cold, and she wanted them to feel comfortable and warm in their sleep. It’s good to know that my parents are enjoying their vacation and I’m so happy for them for fulfilling one of their dreams to travel and visit my sisters abroad. I know they’re not getting any younger and they are becoming sickly. My dad is 72 years old and my mom is 61. How I wish we could also join them soon. I miss all of them, most especially my sister in NY whom I haven’t seen for years.

I promised myself to lose weight in preparation for the next baby and to prevent me from having diabetes. But, I haven’t lost much weight yet because I stopped exercising and jogging again due to my busy work schedule. **Sigh** I just monitor my blood sugar regularly to check if it’s above normal and limit my intake of sweets. Due to my hectic schedule, I’m thinking of taking a diet pill to help me reduce weight. So I checked on the internet for several brands of diet pills available in the market, such as Lipovox, Reductil, Xenical, and Exofat, to find out their impacts and side-effects. But, I’m still skeptical on taking any of these diet pills because of its side-effects. Eating right and exercising regularly is still the best way to help me lose weight. I think I have to start to do the jogging again.

I love drinking coffee, even if it’s hot or cold. I also love coffee-flavored ice creams, cakes, and pastries. I normally drink a cup of coffee in breakfast and every time I need to stay awake to finish my work. My husband’s coffee tastes so good and it keeps me awake for hours. For those who also love coffee, here’s a very easy recipe that you can make at home.

You will need:

½ cup hot water

3 tsp instant coffee

1 cup fresh milk

1 ½ tray of ice cubes

Sugar to taste

Chocolate sprinkles or shavings (optional)

Procedure: Dissolve coffee in hot water. Then combine it in the blender together with the rest of the ingredients, except the chocolate sprinkles. Blend until smooth and thick. Pour in tall glasses and garnish with chocolate sprinkles or chocolate shaving.