Sunday, December 7, 2008

Idiot's Guide To a Perfect Marriage

Here's the idiot reading the book..



Of course I know there's no such thing as a perfect marriage. The book was given to me by Ivy Wisco, I assume it's a gag gift (haha, funny). I have no plans of taking this book seriously (seriously). Quick history: It was bought in a second hand bookstore for $1 and it inspired me to "pay it forward" and give it as a "gift" to good friends who will get married in the future.

Bored one day, I opened the book. I saw that some of the questionnaires were already answered (second hand nga eh). The answers were sweet ha! Whats sweet about it are:

1) It was previously owned by the husband. (Wow, a husband who goes the extra mile to improve his marriage. That's a surprise).

2) He only answered two pages. Still, you see how sincere his answers were (sana lang because this is just between him and the book, magsisinungaling pa ba sya?).

3) The way he described his wife, he seemed so in-love.

read on..

Think Positive! Quiz
1. List your spouse's three greatest qualities:

2. What most attracted you to your spouse when you first met her?
3. What do you like most about your spouse's sense of humour?
4. Write down a description of the most romantic evening you ever spent with your spouse.
5. What are the positive things people say about your spouse?

Obstacles Quiz
1. Which of the following reasons best describe your reasons for buying this book?

A: You want to maximize the potential of your relationship to be the best it can be.

2. Describe your fantasy of a perfect marriage.

3. Name three unrealistic expectations you have of your partner.


Siguro they're a very happy couple and they bring out the best in each other. Nakaka tuwa ang pagiging idealistic nung lalaki, right?

If there's one thing that I "learned" from this book, its- answer questions from an embarrassing book in a blank piece of paper. You'll never know who will be reading your thoughts (and although she finds it sweet, it's also a bit girly..come on).

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

More Than 365 Days

I just realized after my previous entry, that the respectable(?), accepted(?), pamahiin(?) in our culture is to get married a year after someone from the immediate family passes away (sad..sad). I also consulted the chinese community in the office, in their culture, 2 years daw (tagal right? But there's a 100 day window that you can get married daw agad kasi the soul is not yet in heaven pa and still walks among us..or something like that- after 100 days though, you have to wait 2 years).

I tried looking it up online, apparently, it's not often talked about. Wala akong nahanap na "official waiting/mourning period".

So, why wait? Out of respect for the dearly departed. Personally, I wouldn't want to celebrate our wedding and then shortly, commemorate the death anniversary. It's awkward and tasteless nga naman.

I guess, this means we'll get married late next year, or early 2010. We haven't talked about it yet. I was eyeing July 8, 2009. We became a couple May 6, 2007. We're looking at the church wedding on Sept. 10, 2011.

So, that's 05-06-07, 07-08-09, 09-10-11.

Oh well.

Monday, December 1, 2008

When Tragedy Sets In

One of the most painful tragedies that a person goes through is a death of a loved one. THE Mr. Pavia passed away today at around 4am (Manila time).

It is a big blow on Paolo. He wishes he could have done something to prolong his dad's life. I wish I was there to hold his hand. It pains me that I can comfort him physically, it's hard na nga we're not together, how much more this.

I know he's trying to be strong now, he hasn't seen his dad yet. I'm just waiting for the day that it dawns on him and it sinks in that his dad passed away. I can't imagine how devastated I'd be if this was the other way around.

Lord. Please keep Paolo strong and help him get through this. Please look after him. I also pray for the soul of Mr. Pavia. You now have a new friend, Lord, I'm sure Mr. Pavia is happy.

Reast in peace, sir.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

While We're Apart, We Would...

In our fairly sustained relationship (18 months & 12 days), we've only been physically together for roughly 12 weeks (3 months)combined. In the months and days in between, we've been in constant communication through text (daily), email (at least 2x a week), Skype (weekly) & phone calls (at least 1x a week).

Our most enjoyable quality time bonding moments would be our marathon weekend Skype conversations. We're online most of the weekend, I hear him when he's fast asleep and he hears me when I am. I'm just thankful that he's patient enough to stay up with me and just talk..well, sabi nya he has insomnia.

So those weekend marathons would mostly comprise of weekly recaps on how our week was, comfortable silences and some in between. What we do to have a semblance of being in a date are:

1. We rent similar movies together and watch it simultaneously. He would rent sa 99 cent rental while I borrow my sister's dvds or I DL. Now, discovering the LFD website, I've been introduced to sidereel.com kaya even new episodes of Family Guy, we watch together. Even new movies like Burn After Reading, we've seen it na.. although nag hang ang connection nya that one time.

Salamat at finally my internet connection is steady.

Other things we've done:

a. We've played games together sa Yahoo games. (Fun naman, we play billiards mostly).
b. Other things I've done virtually: I've sent him e-cards, flowers, hoochy mail (this is a bit for adults only)..
c. We took an online compatibility test: we're 73% compatible..mataas na yon ha.
d. Ate at the same time.
e. Made babies: the virtual picture kind (you saw batang ex in previous blog entry).

Some things I'd like to do virtually:
1. Go on a virtual tour together.
2. Watch concerts via AOL.
3. Surf the Web together (surprisingly, we haven't done this).
4. Do Karaoke together.
5. Share a common calendar. Google can do this.

Things that will never happen:
1. Talk with a webcam..although sya minsan nag we-webcam, this is iffy for me..very big brothery.
2. Share an on-line journal together or a joint web site.. with his hacking paranoia and his techie skills, hindi ata kaya.
3. Shopping together, online.. hehe

I'm off to find other means to be together!

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

An Email That Makes Yo Go Hmm...

I just got an email from Mr. Pavia. I don't know if it's a warning for me of things to come, or he's telling me that he won't be a husband 1.0 :) Mahabang Hmmmmm....


INSTALLING A HUSBAND

Dear Tech Support:


Last year I upgraded from Boyfriend 5.0 to Husband 1.0 and

noticed a distinct slow down in overall system performance,

particularly in the flower and jewelry applications,

which operated flawlessly under Boyfriend 5.0 .

In addition, Husband 1.0 uninstalled many other valuable

programs, such as: Romance 9.5 and Personal Attention 6.5,

and then installed undesirable programs such as :

· NBA 5.0,
·
NFL 3.0 and
·
Golf Clubs 4.1 .

Also Conversation 8.0 no longer runs, and Housecleaning 2. 6

simply crashes the system.

· Please note that I have tried running Nagging 5.3

to fix these problems, but to no avail.

What can I do?

Signed,

Desperate.


DEAR DESPERATE, ,

First, keep in mind,
·
Boyfriend 5.0 is an Entertainment Package, while
·
Husband 1.0 is an operating system.
Please enter command: ithoughtyoulovedme.html
and

try to download Tears 6.2 and do not forget to

install the Guilt 3.0 update.
· If that application works as designed ,& nbsp;

Husband 1.0 should then automatically run

the applications Jewelry 2.0 and Flowers 3.5.

However, remember, overuse of the above application

can cause Husband 1.0 to default to

Grumpy Silence 2.5 , Happy Hour 7.0 or Beer 6.1 .
· Please note that Beer 6. 1 is a very bad program

that will download the Farting and Snoring Loudly Beta.

In addition, please do not attempt to reinstall the

Boyfriend 5.0 -program These are unsupported

applications and will crash Husband 1.0 .

In summary, Husband 1.0 is a great program,

but it does have limited memory and cannot learn

new applications quickly. You might consider

buying additional software to improve memory

and performance. We recommend
· Cooking 3.0 and
· Hot Lingerie 7.7.

Good Luck!
Tech Support


Monday, November 10, 2008

How to Bridge the Gap

Age Gap- I'm not only talking about the distance, he's 8 years my senior (the same age as my oldest brother). Frankly, I prefer it this way. Older men are more patient and tolerant. They love deeply and they're not afraid to talk about the relationship. They chose the words they say wisely. Like, every time I ask him if it's a "promise" he tells me "No, it's not a promise, it's a commitment that I intend to keep". Aaaw..sweet. I'm learning a lot from him, but it doesn't mean he's not learning anything from me. Madami rin ha. It's a give and take. The one thing I learned lang, no matter how old they are, they're all pa-baby! I'm not complaining, it's cute :).

On culture- This also has to do something with the age gap. I know he's Filipino, but he left the Philippines in 25 years ago (1983). Wala pang People Power. So many things have happened in the country since then; but the way they were brought up, kahit na sa America pa yan.. they're very conservative. I'm not saying dad brought us up to be pariwara.. I think the concept of "platonic male-female relationship" is unfamiliar to a conservatively raised naturalized Filipino/American. I have more guy friends than girl friends. I often use the phrase "hindi talo"- which is also hard to explain kasi translated in english, not a loser(?), so parang winner? Ang labo..anyway, long story short, I've managed to successfully explain the structure of boy friends (not a compound word) by telling him I'm not attractive to them and I'm a tomboy. Ayan, pangit na ko, lalaki pa ko. Hay.

The Distance- the distance, I now have lots of tips for people who are in the same situation (LDR). It requires a different blog entry since I've learned a lot in the past year and a half. The best thing I learned? Act as if he's just here but we're both busy so we just talk on the phone all the time. Yup, I learned to be buang-buang. Haha. But really, we don't talk about the obvious- which is the distance. We talk as if we just saw each other kanina. We talk as if he's beside me, and he's asking me to move so he can sit right next to me while we watch a simultaneous movie. He even offers me food while he's eating and I decline as if I'm not hungry :P.


Bolsa Chica Beach, Sept 2008

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Measuring Your Heart's Strength


Distance is not for the fearful, it is for the bold.
It’s for those who are willing to spend a lot of time alone
In exchange for a little time with the one they love.
It’s for those knowing a good thing when they see it,
even if they don’t see it nearly enough…

-Michelle&Frank www.lovingfromadistance.com

..Wow, never thought the day will come, I'll be quoting websites.

I don't know exactly how I came across their website. It's now one of my favorites. Of course I never left comments, or told the author how much I appreciate their site. I'm just there to leech ideas and loving the experiment. Michelle and Frank, (wow, close? Animosity at its finest). You both rock. I wish you the best.

Heniwei, back to me. Like an idea, it dawned on me..you get to test the true measure of your heart's strength when you're in a long distance relationship. It's the hardest sacrifice you can ever have your loving heart be put through. Not being able to touch, hold, embrace, kiss...it sounds morbid, but it's like practicing your heart, and getting it ready when the time comes that you lose someone you love. Ang pangit. Knock on wood. 43,000x.

Really, LDRs are crash test dummies. I agree with myself. Cheers and apir to me! Inspite of this..absence really makes the heart grow fonder. I wouldn't have it any other way..well, I would want us to be physically together.. the correct phrase is, I wouldn't have any other person other than Mr. Pavia. He's worth every bit of patience and s-a-c-r-i-f-i-c-e.

If love is pure, it will endure..says the corny saying.

Hay, you learn alot of things about your strength and yourself (period). Like;

1. You know how mature you are when you're in an LDR. Aba, hindi ka pwedeng mag-isip at tampong bata! No one will be there para amuhin ka. You can pout all you want til you have lips like Angelina Jolie..hey..that's an idea..hehe.

2. Jealousy will get you nowhere. You have to trust with all your heart. Magselos ka man, can you do something about it? A pint of Jealousy is healthy, but not to the point of losing your mind over it. There are so many other better activities to keep you sane. Like- hiphop classes! Sorry, they're having a hiphop dance class in the other room right now, so.. Net-net, selos? You'll learn to laugh it off. If you trust your partner, it will never enter your mind. So, there.

3. Patience. Kung ikaw, nasabihan ka pang walang E.Q. (not the diaper), ewan ko na lang. Some doctors say that the Emotional Quotation of the child is more important than intelligence. Which I believe..sa EQ, walang over achiever or under achiever. Kung EQ under achiever ka, parang masyado ka ng passive. Deadma to the heavens. If EQ over achiever ka, isa kang atat. Or is it the other way around? Whatev!



Wednesday, November 5, 2008

It's Mr. Pavia's Birthday Today!!!!

(Today is Nov. 6, 9:25am, Philippine Time).
We're also on our 18th month anniversary. Wow, my longest relationship, one and a half years; and counting on to a lifetime partnership. Love you, chubby!

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

The Future Baby Pavia

I don't have much photos here pala, better catch up. So my first photo is the future Yim Pavia. Hmm.. not sure on Yim, I just read somewhere that it means "Smile" in Thai. Where I read it? Sa Junior Inquirer where they featured a dog named Yim. On second thought, I don't think it's a good start on motherhood, naming your son after a dog. So for now, let's just call him, Batang X.

So, here's the premiere of Batang X..


Tadaan!! This is one of the tips I got off the website: lovingfromadistnace- Making babies!! Virtually fun! So, the future baby Pavia will only get my lips (even that is iffy), plus, he will have grey eyes. Patay, how can that be if I have dark brown eyes and his is light brown..Fluke, perhaps? Infidelity more like it.

Heniwei, it's just a peg. Otherwise, a lot of actual kids will look like this and it will be like Children of the Corn (brrr).

Try it! I'm sure it would look like we just gave birth to twins, only from a different pepe.

Monday, October 27, 2008

Ang Sabi ni WIKIHOW, This is How You Make a Long Distance Relationship Work

Aber, isa-isahin nga natin:

It's hard enough to make local relationships work, but having miles, States, and sometimes even an ocean between you makes it even more difficult. However, successful long distance relationships can and do exist (OO, naman). Here's how to give yours every chance to survive and thrive.

Steps

  1. Ask the important questions at the onset, to make sure you are both clear on the parameters of the relationship. Setting parameters such as naming your relationship ( dating, seeing each other, boyfriend/girlfriend, engaged)as well defining exclusive(limited to one person,) non exclusive. These can be difficult and awkward questions to ask, but will save you great heartache and misunderstanding down the line. Example: "Are you open to the possibility of relocating if the relationship should become more serious?"or "What are you looking to get out of the relationship?". Stating your end goal or ideas will allow each person to maintain what they need. Check, LDR ito na exclusive. Almost engaged, (I'm sure I'm not assuming). I'm willing to relocate (and so is he). Eh di we're looking to get married hoepfully next year, hence, the BLOG.
  2. Communicate in some way every day, more than once if possible. Since you won't be seeing each other, it's important to establish and maintain an emotional connection. These don't have to be long, in-depth conversations (though those should occur sometimes). Tell each other about your little triumphs and tragedies. Ask for advice. Use an instant messenger program or VoIP for real-time chat, or web cams for that visual connection. While instant messaging and e-mails play a large role in long distance relationships, remember that they can in no way replace verbal communication. E-mail is great so make sure you use it, especially if long-distance phone calls put a strain on your budget. (Even though phone calls might get a little too expensive, there are special cards you can buy if you are to call each other from different countries. There will be no problem with costs as they are very cheap. We highly recommend these from experience.) Remember that e-mail and even instant messengers increase the possibility of misunderstandings. Write love letters. Send small gifts or flowers for no reason. In this case, quantity is as important as quality. You may discover an advantage over others whose partner is close at hand - you don't take communication for granted! (Check, check, check: Email, Skype, Text, Phone calls.. wala lang web cam kasi I find it Big Brothery, eeew). But I send lots of pictures- wholesome pictures.
  3. Do things together. Defy the distance. Frequent communication is a great thing when it can be managed in a long distance relationship. However, constant communication over the phone alone may tend to drag people down in the long run. It's important to do other things together besides the usual phone call. Just think... people in short-distance relationships do not spend the majority of their time talking, but rather doing things with each other. Try to replicate this by finding things to do together such as watching a TV show or movie simultaneously. For an extensive list of more things you can do with each other (or for each other) OMG, ang ganda ng reco on things to do! Will write in another BLOG entry though, mahaba eh.
  4. Take advantage of the benefits a long distance relationship offers: more time with friends and/or family, no arguments over toothpaste caps, the pleasure of seeing your sweetheart again after a long absence, time to mull your options (rather than snapping at your partner impulsively) before you respond to that email s/he wrote that seemed so rude the first time you read it, etc. Most important, being far apart gives you a chance to maintain your individuality - something that can get lost in the shuffle when couples spend all their free time together. In fairness, I have to agree.
  5. Pursue common interests, even if it means pursuing them apart. If there's a movie you're both interested in seeing, watch it individually and then call each other afterward and talk about it. Read a certain book at the same time. Stargaze while you're on the phone. Set your watches to go off at the same time every day, and synchronize your alarm with that of your partner. Make it a point to think of each other when your watch goes off, and revel in the fact that he or she is thinking about you, too. Find creative ways to bond. Eeew, sooo cheesy.
  6. Avoid the temptation to be controlling. People have free will and no one can or should control another person. As long as you are both interested in being in the relationship, you will stick with it and distance will not make a difference. As soon as one of you decides the other is not a good match - or someone else is a better match - your relationship ends, whether you live 3000 miles apart, two streets over, or share the same bed with your wedding picture on the wall. You are going to have to trust each other completely if this relationship is going to work. Ok, thanks.
  7. Talk about your future together. Assuming that ultimately you'd want to live together, discussing how you're going to get to that point will help you prove to each other that the relationship is going somewhere and that your efforts and frustrations are not in vain. OO, naman, dapat lang.
  8. Know when to say good-bye. While this is tough in any relationship, this can be especially hard over long distances. When communication becomes one-sided or sparse for too long and for no apparent reason, when arguments (yes, you'll have them) become too frequent, when the whole thing just seems like more trouble than it's worth, it's time to re-evaluate the relationship. You have to remember that for a healthy relationship, no matter how far or close, you must be willing to let go. Ok, thanks.
  9. Remember: things will get better with time, and even the relationship will become better. Have hope. Ok, thanks.
  10. Visit often Try to make the time to visit each other as often as possible or as often as your budget permits you to. A relationship cannot thrive if the only thing you have is the phone calls. You need to see each other up close and personal every chance you get. The key here is to set up some "rules" about frequency of communication and visits and stick to them, consistency can help a LDR survive. Ang yaman ko naman kung palagi...
  11. Avoid jealousy and be trusting One of the easiest ways to destroy a perfectly healthy relationship is to poison it with jealousy and drama. When you start a long distance relationship you must be realistic of the difficulties ahead. It always helps if you go in a relationship with the idea that everyone is innocent and worth of trust until proven otherwise. Don't fall in the trap to interrogate your partner every time he/she decides to go out for a drink with people you haven't met or he/she didn't get back to you right away when you called and left a message. Just because you are in a LDR, you lives won't pause. Your partner will naturally have a social life where he/she lives and so should you. Sure it helps to have your eyes open and not be totally naive but being overly suspicious is unhealthy for you and your relationship too. You should both maintain your social activity and be happy with yourselves. Tell that to him..
  12. Be positive Staying positive and not focusing on the negative aspects of a LDR is essential to keeping your relationship blooming and your partner content. Being away from your sweetie is not all bad news. Use the opportunity of personal time to pursue your interests and hobbies as well as your career objectives. Another positive points it that long distance dating pushes both of you to be more creative, communicate better since you don't have "face-to-face" time and test your feelings. As long as you see the long distance relationship as a temporary state, you will keep your chin up and transmit that feeling of security and happiness to your partner too. Ok, thanks.

Long distance dating is all about a balanced relationship between partners; a relationship built on strong foundations of trust, understanding and determination to make it work. The two partners should be reasonable about their expectations and willing to cooperate so that this relationship can lead to a happy ending. If these parameters are taken care of, you have nothing to worry about. Ok, thanks!

It's Getting Harder and Harder..

It's been exactly three weeks since I last seen Mr. Pavia and I'm trying to ignore the time frame. Tama sya, five years can go by quickly, but not seeing him feels like an eternity. Why? Why? (OA execution, arms out stretched to the sky, clenched fist, shouting, WHHHAY?) Why are we waiting for gadawful one year, eh we can be together now? As in bukas na bukas din?

Eh kasi:
1. We both have to save. If I may quote Juday, "the wedding is easy, it's the marriage that you have to work things through".. or something to that effect, basta yan ang take away ko.
2. Corny man, kung corny, we've only known each other for almost 17 months, there are so many things we still need to learn about one another. Tapos, we've been physically together for only 3 months total. I beleive in long engagements (yuk, but true).
3. There are things I need to learn before I settle down, para I can say naman na no regrets, I've exhausted everything I wanted to do in life before I settle down. I know, he's not getting any younger (and so am I), but I have to craft other means to potentially earn in the US of A, paano kung walang kumuha sa akin as a media practicioner, aber? Gusto ko naman matutong sumide-line. Kunwari: a. Gusto ko matutong mag tahi; b. Gusto kong matutong gumawa ng web site; c. Gusto kong mag-turo (as in College professor, dawg); d. Gusto kong bumait, pero di ko magawa! Ching! There are several things that I want to learn before I dive and swim into marriage land. Self growth, ba?

Actually, yun lang naman ang top three reasons ko. As long as I haven't achieved those, I do not have a right to complain. I'm not complaining, I'm just airing out my sentiments (ano daw ang difference?) Well, airing out my sentiments make me focus on the prize. It reminds me that there are valid reasons for all these sacrifices, because in the end, mas masarap ang prutas pag hindi hinog sa pilit. Apir!

Friday, October 10, 2008

A's to the Q's

1. Mr. Pavia: what do you like about me?

.. I like that you look after me even if you know I can fend for myself, look after myself, take care of myself; pretty much do everything myself. You make me feel like a girl.
..I like that it's hard to make you laugh out loud. When I do make you laugh, I feel like I can do stand up comedy. (yeah, right).
..I like that you're ultra conservative and you give me sermons. I know I can be exhausting (and the sermons can get tiring din) but I know you only do this because you love me.
..I like that you're 8 years older than me. I respect you already just because you're older.
..I like that you say I love you right after you say good morning when we wake up.
..I like that you give me cheesy answers when I ask you simple questions like, "where do you see yourself five years from now?"- "In the arms of Ascon".
..hey, what's not to like?

Why do you love me?

I love you because you put God first before anything or anyone else but you put my needs first before yours. I found the person that I know in my heart will take care of me and will love me no matter how I look, smell and weigh.

2. Where do you want to live?

I want to eventually live in the Philippines. Things may change though. Long term goal is to retire in the Philippines. Wherever Mr. Pavia is, that's home for me.

3. How soon will you have kids?

Hopefully, God will bless us with our own little tyke a year after we get married. But it's His will. I will be super duper thankful when the day comes. Baby Pavias.. =)

4. Are you sure that it's him?

No doubt about it.

5. Where will you retire?

Sa Pilipinas nga. Sana- for now.

6. What will you do?

Still thinking about this.

7. How about your dad?

I would love to spoil my dad. I hope I get to when the means are ample.

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Today is DAY TWO

I'm back in the office.

Yesterday, when I arrived in Manila, I was clinging on to the dress I was wearing, because it was the last piece of clothing that Mr. Pavia held in his arms (with me in it, of course;). I almost did not want to take a bath and change and just go straight to the office- yes, I went straight to work. I've got to keep my mind busy lest I go crazy at the thought of not seeing him again for who knows what..oh, yeah- a year (hopefully less).

Today, it's day two. I accidentally left my PC in the US, how dumb is that, right? I know. Totally. Ok lang, at least Mr. Pavia gets to gate keep something very personal that's mine.

Anyway, there are questions that I'd like to finish before the big day comes. Mga tanong that he asked me, I ask myself and my friends ask me. I won't get to answer all of them now (I do have to get back to work), but before I forget, I have to write them down:

1. Mr. Pavia: what do you like about me? Why do you love me?
2. Where do you want to live?
3. How soon will you have kids?
4. Are you sure that it's him?
5. Where will you retire?
6. What will you do?
7. How about your dad?

Madami pa, I'm sure I'll remember and answer each when I do, and when I get the time.

Sunday, October 5, 2008

Going Home In 7 hours

Can't believe I'm in the verge of tears...must...hide...tears..

Thursday, October 2, 2008

Leaving LA in 3 days =(

Sad.

Will miss my sweetie.

Brink of tears.

Not certain when we'll get to see each other again. Christmas? February 2009? October 2009? Bummer!!!

On the bright side, I'm thankful for spending a month with him. It cemented the fact that I'm with the right person. Can't wait to start my life with him and we'll be TOGETHER. (How cheesy was that? eeew).

Oh, well. All's well that ends well.

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Today is NOT Day 1

I'm at the last week of my much needed vacation, spending some QT with my cutie =). It has been 8 months since we've been together. (Thank you, Skype, LDRs can now work...seriously).

Altough, he's not much of a techie. Nag-offer ako ng itlog, just so he can download Skype successfully. Yes, he emails (hotmail at that), he has a YM account, checks his BAs online, but that's it!

So, my goal is to send him this link once we get married as a surprise. I'm pretty sure he knows how to click on a link. He'll just ask me at least 2 dozen times if it's a safe site. It might have a worm, a tracker, a virus that might jump out of the computer and contaminate him.

Needless to say, my cutie is old school. APO Hiking Society, Hotdog, Tropical Hut, Harrison Plaza, old school. He left the Philippines when he was 13 (25 years ago) and he's 8 years older than me (do the math).

This is such a cliched relationship. May-December lovers, who are complete opposites, having a long distance relationship. It's too cheesy to get into the details.

Oh, not to mention- I don't like cliches and cheese makes me squirm. Then again, you can't choose the one you love (another cliche, eew). Hehe.