The much younger Pia would have written this post in another category; but you know you’re a legit tito/tita when going out to party becomes a practical consideration that needs time and preparation. Just a brief background, I was never a party girl, but I have to admit, I did my fair share of going out and doing stupid stuff when I was younger (like getting inebriated enough … [Read more...]
Adulting 109: Friendship Lessons (Part II)
A few weeks ago I shared some insights about friendship. Sharing more of those this week. ON GETTING WHAT YOU GIVE: I learned that in any kind of relationship, you kinda have to learn how to reciprocate. You can’t expect people to give you the time of day for example, if you never show up. Or you can’t really expect them to share personal stuff with you if you don’t do a bit … [Read more...]
Adulting 109: Friendship Lessons
For the past couple of weeks, I've been feeling pretty meh about myself. I was having one of those Oh-my-God-why-can't-I-do-anything-right moments. The only thin body part I have left are my freakin' shoulder blades, I can't make heads or tails of my finances and I still have no idea how to establish a stable career for myself. I began wondering then, if I had … [Read more...]
Adulting 107: Revisiting Our Wedding Vows ( Part II)
In my last blog post, I shared my wedding vows as a sort of anniversary tribute. Sharing Moe's this week: Dearest Pia, Thank you for being here today. Perhaps only those who really know the both of us and are aware of what we’ve been thru will appreciate the weight of such a simple statement – Thank you for being here today. Because Lord knows I don’t inspire people to … [Read more...]
Adulting 107: Revisiting Our Wedding Vows
In a few weeks time, my husband and I will be celebrating our third anniversary. It’s weird because I simultaneously feel like it’s the longest and shortest 3 years of my life. Shortest because despite the decade we’ve spent as boyfriend and girlfriend added to the years we’ve been legit married, I feel like I’m still getting to know Moe. There are good and not-so-good stuff … [Read more...]