"Milk for my cereal, Coffee-Mate for my coffee. Makes sense to me!"

We are all too familiar of those lines from the old TV commercial. We even used it during school plays. We grew up in a world where black coffee was not something we regularly drank. Back in high school and college anyway.

The world we live in, the way I see it, is still pretty much the same. I am pretty much the same, believing that no man is an island and that somewhere out there, there is someone that is meant to for you. Boy, am I glad to have found THE ONE person for me already. No more searching and waiting for Mr. Right. And he was even right here all along! So girls, take heed. The one person for you just might be there in front of you. Open your eyes. Don't take too long or search far and wide.

You guys pretty much know the story behind Ramen Girl and Noodle Boy. I guess I won't have to tell it again.

But just for kicks, watch our Coffee-Mate TVC:  http://apps.facebook.com/coffee-mate/myvideo.php?id=725032130 <-- CLICK!!!



What's meant to be really is meant to be. Agree? Noodle Boy, my perfect partner. WALANG KAPALIT.

xoxo,
 

We all know that raising a child (especially an infant) will eat up a LOT of your time if you intend to be a hands-on parent. It's true but it doesn't mean Noodle Boy and I don't get to spend quality time together.

I really think that "US" time or Couple Time is very important when you have a baby. I think a lot of relationships disintegrate faster if couples forget to give time to the other VIP in their lives. I think that couples need to continue nourishing their relationships as much as nurturing the baby. As they say, the little bird will leave the nest when it's older but your partner or significant other will be there for the rest of your life. And as promised, "Til death do us part!"

Although that's easier said than done amidst sterilizing baby bottles, changing diapers, buying groceries and toiletries, doing the laundry now consisting of too many lampins, and other household chores, I'm awfully glad that my parents pledged to take care of the baby during the daytime so that we get to sleep in the morning. Yay!!! Plus I don't get to do household chores... THANK GOD for that!

The key is to spend quality time (take note: quality not quantity!) so we make it a point that if the two of us are awake for breakfast [in bed], then we eat while watching our favorite shows, which is currently the anime version of Marvel's Ironman and Wolverine and the 2011 Thundercats. Noodle Boy does the graveyard shift in taking care of Mikko Vincenzo aka The Little Noodle Boy or NoodleLito, and I do the afternoon til evening shift, multitasking with my home-based job and all, of course with random help from people in my house. I can't imagine how single moms do it. I mean, it's even cumbersome having your husband help you, how much more if there is NO ONE there to help at all? HOMAYGULAY!

Also, as seen via FourSquare, NoodleBoy and I go out together for errands so that it feels like the old times when we used to roam the city and joy ride all we wanted. It's good to get out of the house once in a while because no one wants to get burned out having to be cooped up all the time with the baby.

Above all, I am very blessed to be able to spend 24/7 with my NoodleBoy. I am grateful for that and I wish new moms have the kind of support that I have. From friends, family, and most importantly my better half. Taking care of Mikko Vincenzo is never a chore. It's quite challenging and I look forward to the coming days and the baby milestones that NoodleBoy and I will be able to witness as our little butterball grows.

Now the Eye Pads...

Since we sleep in the morning, it's hard to fall asleep with the sun shining all over our bedroom. So look what I got us...



Fun!!!



So you see? Let's keep the love and the fire burnin', shall we?! Tee hee...





xoxo,

You ain't seen nothin' yet... til you get a load of our prenup video/pics!

This one is sure to rock your world ;)



"The Devil's In Your Kiss"
-Aerosmith, Cryin'

Music: Letters To Cleo, "I Want You To Want Me"
Photographer/Stylist: Angelo Kangleon
HMUA: Sheila On
Models: Ramen Girl & Noodle Boy

Special thanks to Tito Rey/Manoy Jed  for the Jeep, Wardrobe from Mommy Angging & Ishshah, Tito Macoy for the bike, Tito Boy/Chito and Tito Ki for the electric guitar and amps, Manelle & Monic for letting us shoot at Shell in Cogon, Pajan/Marvz for the props, Oneal/Pert for the location and props, and Mi-anne/Melinda/Bobby for assisting us during the shoot :)

I must admit that when I was a little girl I loved to watch weddings and always wondered what it would be like to be the bride. Although I didn't dream of it to the point of planning it all in detail (not really that kinda girl... tee hee!) but it was always such a sight to behold. I am surrounded by friends and family who are wedding planners, wedding gown designers, and wedding singers. I guess you could say I'm pretty blessed then.

Last Saturday, Noodle Boy and I had our ceremony of commitment, AKA the civil wedding. There were more or less only 50 people with us, very close friends and family, to share this momentous and private occasion. Although it had rained earlier that day, the power of prayers proved to be pretty strong as God and the sun wrapped its warm rays around us that fateful afternoon.

Pastor Jay imparted wise wisdom and Judge Clinton Nuevo of RTC Branch 12 presided over the marriage rites. I was told that this civil wedding will be more binding than the church wedding we will be having as well.



This really is the ideal wedding for me... just a few people, great food at La Vigia Restaurant, and it's set on the beach. Not on a white beach though but still the weather was perfect and Ormoc Bay boasts one of the most glorious places to watch for sunsets.



Looks straight out of a postcard huh? :) I got more pictures to show you guys but it's not ready yet. I had Kuya Dougie take most of our pictures because there was absolutely no way we could take pictures ourselves (which I would have wanted if it were only possible). Also I have a video to show you but again, it's not ready yet. ;)

[Check back in a few days as I update this post.]

So anyways, I also wore my first FitFlops (ever!) -- the Limited Edition Anna Sui designed Fiorella.



Brides are meant to enjoy their weddings. I didn't want any high heels to hurt my feet as I danced the night away and celebrated with my friends and family. And besides, it was a perfect match to my Korean dress.

So this I say, before becoming a mother and carrying the miracle of life inside of her...  the essence of being a woman is the chance that one day she will become a bride.


And that day for me has come! And boy, am I glad to be wearing super duper comfortable FitFlops on my feet! Who would have thought? Who would have known? Guess it's true what they say... Expect the unexpected and love comes unexpectedly.





This is a lifetime commitment... and I have made my vow.



It look a looooong time to decide but part me of thinks that I have been preparing all my life for this and all I can say now is how wonderful it is to be with THE ONE... cariño mio, my Noodle Boy.



More pics to come as I update my blog and have our church wedding this weekend! Wish us luck, guys! And thanks for the well wishes, everyone!





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P.S. OUR CIVIL WEDDING VIDEO IS UP! Check it out!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkVHFooW01I

xoxo,

In a small town like ours, Noodle Boy and I were classmates since we were in pre-school. I met him when I was 3 and he was 4.



We had been classmates for 13 years in total until we went our separate ways for college.





I'm sure most of you know that all throughout high school, we were even seatmates!





Yes, it has really been a while. So I guess it's about time...





Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be. ~ Robert Browning



The spaces between your fingers are meant to be filled with mine.




Stay in love everyone!!!


xoxo,

Morning has broken like the first morning... 



It was the first time in a looooong time that I saw the sun rise again. Pretty sure it still shines in the east. Took the photo on our way to Tacloban last Monday. I was supposed to do a photo blog about this trip but of all things I left behind for our 2-hour drive to the capital city, I forgot to pop in the memory card of my camera. So... boohoo! I had to make do with the iphone's camera to capture the memories. (It's not the pana, it's the Indian!) Alas, I didn't get enough to make sure this blog post  rock your socks!

Anyways, for the sake of blogging and preserving this memory forever in the blogosphere, I'm writing about our journey from Ormoc to Tacloban and back that lasted an entire day -- approximately 12 hours.

So why did we go on this trip? For one sole purpose. To buy cheese. HAHAHA! As if that ain't cheesy enough... that and we wanted to watch a movie in Robinson's. LOL! The provincial life is not too far behind with all the modernization and urbanization of the world, but when the whole city suddenly runs out of an ingredient, you'll feel like you're done for. Alright, maybe I'm exaggerating but hey, it's an excuse to travel!



We left quite early, just before the sun shone with all its glory and with just the right temperature to drive off with the windows down and feel the refreshing pollution-free air of the countryside. Can you picture it? I ought to kick myself just for leaving the memory card behind as I'm not sure I can accurately describe everything I had seen, felt, and experienced.



Tip: Don't camwhore if you're running on more than 100kph. Especially if your camera doesn't come with shutter speed controls.

We arrived an hour before the mall opened so we hit Andok's for some breakfast. Yes, we drove 2 hours to eat chicken. HAHAHA! Too bad I was too famished to even take some pics of our heavy fried chicken & liempo meal. But as soon as our tummies were satisfied, the idea of walking around the airconditioned mall was perfect. Of course, I would have wanted to catch some Zzzz's but there was too much (window) shopping to do!

After going to the groceries, we loaded the stuffs back to the car, stretched our muscles and got ready for some real action. By that I meant, hitting National Bookstore (my favorite store ever!) to feast our eyes on books and those cute, perfumed, and fancy office and school supplies. Is it just me or does anyone else feel like being on a bookstore is like being on Disneyland? There's just too many things to discover in there. Like a whole new world... ^_^

We got the supplies we needed including a 12-inch cashbox. However, who can resist a book when it's 40% off?! Even though I've already read the PDF version almost a year ago, Noodle Boy gave the nod, whipped out his card, and got it. *twirls in front of the cashier like a kid on Christmas eve!*



Again, it was on sale. And it's hardbound! Umm, I really don't have to justify anything here. Tee hee!

Since the movie we decided to watch wasn't going to be shown for another hour or so, I asked Noodle Boy if he wanted to grab some lunch. Just a little so we don't have to buy food and eat at the theatre, which btw smelled gross with a mixture of sweet/sour scent. How can I eat with that? He entertained that notion and so off we made our way to The Gustavian and... voila!



The teeny weeny fillet mignon steak for my lunch! Honestly, I think the serving was enough for me, but the boif wasn't too happy when he saw it. Well, for the price... yep, I think it was pretty overrated. They didn't even have wifi connection there. Tsk!

After the movie, we decided to go home... but only after Noodle Boy and I grabbed some Twister and Funshots at KFC. LOL! Yep, this was pretty much a FOOD TRIP slash ROAD TRIP!

The drive home was anything but boring. I didn't even sleep on the way home, thanks to the crazy playlist we had. Took random photos of motorists, too.



See that guy with all the gallons on his bike? Those are, ummm, I think the ones they store tuba in. You know, the sweet coconut wine that's quite famous in this part of the region. My dad drinks that a lot, but I don't like it a bit. It reminds me of vinegar... Well, that's where vinegar comes from, too, I think.



And here's a modern day knight in shining armor... errr, shining bike and shining helmet, riding off into the sunset. Again, I imagined kicking myself in the head when I saw the sunset as we were heading home.







FML! Is it beautiful or what?!?!? It doesn't get any more splendid than that. I tell you, man. Anywhere in the 7,107 islands in the Philippines, you're sure to get one helluva an amazing sunset! That's precisely why I love living here. I mean, I really cannot, for the life of me, even begin to think of having to live in a place where I cannot see a shoreline... or smell the ocean breeze. Yeah, well, you get the picture.



Cheese. Check. Ramen Girl + Noodle Boy cheesiness. Check.

All in all a great trip. :)

Honestly, I haven't been to the lake for 8 freaking years! So it's been a really looooong time. T_T

We missed the turn and almost ended up farther up (in Gaas?) but good thing we figured we were heading to no man's land so we turned back and eventually found our way back to the other side of the lake... Whew! The woods can be tricky sometimes...

Take nothing but pictures.
Leave nothing but footprints.
Kill nothing but time.

RameNoodles invade Lake Danao!!! ♥
Lots of pictures to tell the story. Wait for them to load.

Note: Due to Facebook changing photo URLS all the time, embedded links are broken. Instead, Please view the album -- HERE.

All in all a good trip... Indeed good things come to those who wait. :)


xoxo,

This year's Valentine's Day sucked... NOT!!! This was the most pricele$$ Valentines Day ever... in my history! :P



It was totally unexpected. Nothing was planned. (The fishball part didn't happen one bit!) Everything was as spontaneous as it could get. Even the whole flowers and chocolate moment, it left me stammering and at a loss for words. I didn't know what to say. I mean, I'm not the type of girl you give chocolates and flowers to because first of all, I have realized long before that VDAY is a spawn of commercialism and all the hype is nothing but a cunning capitalist scheme really. However, this year's VDAY was a total romantic opportunity (especially for my Udon Boy) and aside from the fact that EVERYDAY IS VALENTINES DAY for us, this day definitely went down to our books by absolutely showing love, seeing love, and feeling all the love.
Now let the pictures speak for themselves.



Words do help but okay, here's the story. Just when I got ready to hit the fishball stand (I could taste the mouth-watering sauce already), the clever Noodle Boy called around lunch time and told me he's picking me up because we're having a REAL lunch together. I was like, "Uhhh you mean like a full course meal kinda thing?" I can hear him nod from the other end so yeah, I changed to a more appropriate "lunch date" attire. Not in a dress because I don't do dresses either. I thought maybe I should just wear red for the day... and be like most people who are "WANTED".

And what do you know? Boyfriend took me to a restaurant where we had the whole place to ourselves. Okay, maybe because it was an hour past 12 when we got there... you know, being the girl that I am, it took me that long to get changed. :P
Food was ready when we arrived. Nothing more exciting than grilled prawns in lemon butter sauce, kinilaw, and some crispy pata. Alright, so maybe he didn't go all the way and got us caviar and fois gras (as if you can really find that in Ormoc!), but this meal was absofckinglutely awesome! We just had to order extra rice. ^_^




By the time I was stuffed and burping like crazy, Noodle Boy held my hand and said, "I'm sorry I'm not really good at this." He claims it's his first real Valentines Day date *ever*. Okay, okay. Ask him if you don't believe me. Then out of the blue, he magically pulled out a bouquet of flowers from under the table and a box (or can) of chocolates! WTF!

My expression was priceless or so he told me later on when he saw me BLUSH for the first time ever since we've known each other for the past TWENTY FRIGGIN' THREE (23) years! Good heavens! It never occurred to me, really, that he had some tricks up his sleeve. Not an inkling! I swear, man... I felt ambushed. >.<


We drove around the city the rest of the afternoon, for what seemed like forever, not really knowing where to go... but I couldn't care less. I was with the love of my life! Even though Noodle Boy kept talking endlessly about how I reacted when he gave me the flowers and the chocolates telling me that it was really priceless... (and for everything else, there's Mastercard!) Haha!



So what did I get for him? Nothing that money can buy. A labor love I'd like to call it. Here's a clue:


Now, he didn't see that one coming. ^_^

Because I was feeling loved and all, I did what I do best. Whine and act like a big baby? NO! I decided to go ahead and make my Noodle Boy dinner. Yes, I can cook! I'm not good for nothing, you know.


I make absolutely delicious fried chicken and mind-blowing gravy! I'm not kidding. My cousins would ask me to make some for them when I was living in Cebu before. You gotta try it!



After all that heavy lunch we had, I could hardly believe Noodle Boy finished more than a platter of rice for dinner! Such is a man who is in love, huh? And the only way to get to a guy's heart is through his stomach they say! Tee hee!

Haaayy... gugma. ♥


Don't you just love Valentines Day? Makes you act all corny. But who the heck cares? I'M IN LOVE. So bug off if you don't understand what it's like...


I love Valentines Day.
But most of all, I love Cariño Mio!



xoxo,