My husband is a gift from God

My husband is one of the greatest gifts God has given me.  Before I met him, my life was dull and unhappy.  But when he came into my life my world has changed; it's now like a paradise with rainbows and butterflies!

Cliche as it may sound but I love my husband with all my hypothalamus! I love him because:

1. He is crazier than me.

2. He makes me laugh when I'm feeling down

3. He apologizes first even if it's my fault.

4. He makes me feel like I'm the prettiest and sexiest woman on earth!

5. He knows how to appreciate simple things I do

6. He hurries home from work just to see me and kiss me.

7. He never fails to surprise me.

8. He trusts me and I trust him.

9. He knows how to handle my mood swings and still keeps his cool.

10. We both know that we can work out anything together.

11. He can cook delicious food!

12. He is sooooo romantic and passionate.

13. He is smart and good-looking.

14. He keeps an eye on me when we are in public and crowded places.

15. He knows how to sacrifice not only his wants but also his needs for my happiness.

16. He plans for our future.

17. His smile takes my breath away.

18. I love the security I feel when I am with him.

19. He always makes me laugh hard by dancing.

20. He taught and showed me the real meaning of love.

I am thankful that 28 years ago, my husband was born. So thank you lord for the wonderful gift you gave me. :-) Happy Birthday my dear Yogo!

Filipino food wishlist: part 1

Living away from my country is not easy, especially if I see photos of Filipino food posted in the social media.  My husband and I cook Filipino food here so as not to miss it that much. But still, it could not suffice our cravings considering that we don't have the same ingredients here as what we have in the Philippines.

So I made a list of Filipino food that I would definitely chow down, without thinking twice, when I get home.

• Balut:  I want to eat this with vinegar and salt.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c0/Balut_yolk.JPG

• Ripe and green mangoes

Left: Ripe Mango; Right: Green Mango w/ bagoong

• Fishballs and kikiam

• Chicharon

http://pixelbug.sassymomslife.com/2010/03/

• Crabs 

• Shrimps

These food cravings make me homesick. I am literally salivating now!!! Okay, I will just stop right now and continue torturing myself on my next blog.  ;-)


Photos source: http://helloballoon.com/2011/food/for-the-love-of-deep-fried-pork/
http://elmomonster.blogspot.hu/2011/05/hong-kong-fishball-houses-fishballs-on.html
http://tapsilicious.blogspot.hu/2009/05/pictures-for-tarpauline-printing.html

A humble sports hero insulted by an arrogant singer

These past few days, I've read a lot of posts showing exasperation to the iconic Justin Bieber; it's actually trending on Twitter. I really wondered why and luckily I stumbled upon this article: Justin Bieber straddles the line

http://ph.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/sportztackle/justin-bieber-straddles-line-020243842.html

I was not a fan nor a hater of JB.  I was just kind of neutral about him.  However, after reading this article and watching the photo about JB mocking our beloved Manny Pacquiao my perception about him has totally changed. I understand that he is still a young kid trying to be funny and showing support to Mayweather.  But what he did went overboard, especially for us Filipinos.

I don't personally know JB so I must not judge the totality of him.  But what he did made me think of him as a kid out of control, whose fame and wealth made him forget to keep his feet on the ground.  He entered the world of showbiz and music industry, so, he must accept the fact that he no longer has the luxury of doing such things despite how innocent his intentions are. I agree with the writer of the blog that JB, in all aspects, should be more sensitive and more responsible for his actions, especially that he is one of the leading icons of the international pop culture.

 

No matter how JB insulted our mighty Manny Pacquiao, Filipinos still look up to Manny as a true sports hero.  He has shown us hope and inspiration.  Many of us are aware of his good character. Regardless of his fame and wealth, he still knows how to be humble and show compassion to his fellowmen.

Both JB and Manny have won different kinds of competition:  Manny has won many titles in the boxing world by his strength and agility, but he won our hearts through his kindness and humility.  On the other hand, JB has won his fame and pop title by his voice and talent, but earned our dismay and disrespect through his insensitivity and arrogance.  Character wise, JB is no match with Manny Pacquiao.