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 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 106: 2015 Life Lessons from Children’s Books
I started last year by boldly challenging the universe “to bring it on.” Well, 2015 definitely brought it. Since I have discovered that challenging the universe does not bode well for me, I’ve decided to welcome 2016 on a happier, peppier note. Rather than being insolent, I just decided to round up the lessons I learned, not in my own words but in the words of timeless, sage … [Read more...]
Adulting 105: On Pregnancies and Miscarriages (Part II)
In my last post I talked about how our baby didn’t have a heartbeat. ACCEPTANCE OR SO I THOUGHT The day we found out, I was completely stoic. My first thought was, 'okay I expected this'. I was even able to ask my doctor calm, logical questions; What if I just got my ovulation dates wrong? Was this because of something I did? Do I need to have a procedure done? It was … [Read more...]