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Long distance relationship can be very hard for a couple. The mere fact that they will not be able to see each other everyday is already heart breaking and has a tendency of becoming really stressful, physically and emotionally. I have experienced this first hand before. The situation where there’s no telling when we would actually touch each other’s hands and see eye to eye again. It’s something that I know no one would ever be free willingly accepting, unless circumstances call for it.

It’s a good thing that technology is already there… that even though two couples are not physically together, there are various ways nowadays to ease the pain. First of course are the telephones or the cellular phones. I’m always thankful that Thomas Edison invented this and modern scientist decided to create the cell phone because now, we can talk to anyone, anywhere in the world with just a push of a button. Second is the internet. Emails have got to be one of the fastest ways to communicate deep and long thoughts because unlike the regular mails or what we call snail mails, an email reaches its destination in just a matter of seconds. But the best one that I was able to use and I’m really thankful for is the webcam chat. Because even though me and my girl were miles apart, I was still able to see her pretty face with the use of this gadget…. That even though it’s impossible to touch her and feel her, at least I was still able to see her beautiful smile that always keep me elated and inspired to keep on yanking for the completion of my vow to live life for her and her alone.

Sta. Maria Village, Balibago Angeles City

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These are Fossils that me and my partner gave to each other in 2 separate Christmas..

I gave his Fossils on our first Christmas together last 2005. I just remember that one time he mentioned to me that he wanted to buy a watch and I find it useful for him since he has a busy schedule so he can be on track with his time.

He gave my Fossil watch last Christmas 2007. We can’t think of any other gift to give and he notice that I’m not wearing a watch, so he decided to give this to me and of course for me not to be late with our dates and meet ups.. But i guess the later reason wasn’t effective. I’m still late as always.

Some of the lovers or someone who will give watch wants not only to be reminded with the time, but also wants that person to be remembered everytime he/she checks the time. Party, that could be one of my reason and the most important thing is that this kind of gift is very useful. With this kind of design we got for each other, it was really useful that we use it everyday even in some formal occassion since the design is in classic silver style that is good for evening events or anything.

But did you know that in some countries and culture, giving watch as a gift has their own meaning..some Asian countries that gives watch or clock mean cursing them or saying the receiver’s time is running out. While in Russia, it means in a good way that you wish the person will live for a long time.

Whatever their meaning is, as they always say that “it’s the thought that counts” and for me, watches are really a good gift to give to anyone we love regardless of their age, gender and even a person like me who then doesn’t wear one enjoys having a watch now. Especially this coming Christmas, if still thinking for a present to give there’s a wide choice of watch even replicas to look out.

There are a lot of things to mull over when planning out a date with that special someone. For some people, dating is just a matter of going out and grab a cup of coffee in a coffee shop, go to the theatres to watch a mushy love story, walk in the park while holding each other’s hands, or even going to a fair. For others, it is a very sacred thing to do that the relationship would depend on how the dates are handled. The date depends on how people feel for each other, how strong the relationship is, or it could also highly depend on the occasion. But nevertheless, whatever type of date that would be, food would always be an essential thing for couples, who are trying to spend quality time with each other in the fullest manner.

When that’s already the case, of course, one should think about the best place to eat. If you really wanted to obtain that highly regarded dream date, you have to choose the best restaurant to go to. Make sure that the place has the perfect ambiance, of course depending on the level of your relationship with your partner, and see to it that your partner will be able to appreciate the place. Also, make sure that you know something about the chef that would be handling your food. Chefs will always be there for people who patronize their cooking. Make sure that he would be capable of suggesting and preparing the good food for dating. Moreover, always have the proper etiquette when you are on a date because good attitude towards your partner will always be an important factor to a great relationship.

I was watching my favorite TV series Friends, and there was a scene there where they were talking about planning a wedding for Phoebe Buffet and another one said that it is a million dollar business and they really get a lot annually. Then Ross Gellar jokingly said he’s responsible for like the half of it (basically because he has been divorced three times).

The scene was really hilarious, but come to think of it, wedding is really something that one has to think about and really plan about when one already wants to settle down. From the venue, whether it is a church wedding, or maybe someplace else, depending on the religion and beliefs of the two families, to the entourage, who would be the ones in charge of the events and ceremonies, and then choosing the best man or the maid of honor, choosing the gowns, the suit and even the flowers. After the wedding, of course there’s the reception where you have to choose what food to feed your guests and the music that you want to be played. The planning is virtually endless, and people whttp://www.lovefloats.com/wp-admin/post-new.phpho won’t be able to handle the pressure should make sure to get either experienced people or professional people to handle the wedding plans. I’m pretty much sure that there are a lot of establishments that are more than willing enough to give a helping hand on this type of special day, so at least you won’t have to get stressed out with the planning, and just concentrate on the big day itself..

Exchanging of wedding of vow is one of the most teary eyed part in every wedding. (Maybe next to the bridal march.) I find it very romantic hearing 2 in love people exchange their pledge of love infront of the people that’s important to us and of course infront of God. Some will get a quote from a movie, a tv, a book, song, bible verse and nothing beats your own wedding vow that comes straight from the heart. One of the wedding vow I heard that I like is from the tv series One Tree Hill where the lead cast Nathan and Haley pledge their love in seashore where it’s just them and the reverend who witness their exhange of love vows.

Nathan: “Someday, this beach might wash away…the oceans may dry…the sun could dim but on that day, I’ll still be loving you. Always and forever. I promise you Haley.

Haley: I Haley, take you Nathan. To have and to hold, from this day forward. In sickness and in health. For richer or poorer. For better or worse. I promise, that I will love and cherish you. And will deny all those that would come between us. I make this promise for eternity. I promise that I will keep forever… Until the end of time. Till death do us part.”

Setting someone for a blind date could become tragic sometimes because nobody knows what would happen on the date itself. There is always a tendency of not liking the other person that was set up for you, and you might end up blaming the one who did the set up. Of course it is a big dilemma, not only for the ones looking for people to date, but also for the people tasked to find dates for other people because even though it’s fun at times, the inclination of the situation being all messed up is really high.

I was browsing over the web one time and curiously, I tried Googling the word dating, and the web gave me several dating sites, which is basically made for people looking for a partner, and even introduce the idea of speed dating. My nosiness again took over and I was surprised that this kind of thing really does exist! The first time I saw this was when I was watching the Steve Carrel movie “The 40 Year Old Virgin” and I thought they just made that up especially for the movie. I checked out the idea of speed dating and it’s exactly how it was portrayed in the movie. Then I thought, this would actually be better than asking people for a blind date because at least here, you have the freedom to choose who you want to date, without running the risk of being disappointed that you don’t like your blind date’s appearance, you have nothing in common with your date, or simply not liking your date overall because you’ll be the one to choose in the first place.

Weekend again, it’s another date with my beau. After strolling the mall, we decided to eat.

Located in SM Clark, Angeles City situated outside the mall near the meeting place. It’s a good place where you can eat and dine while listening to live bands (if available) or just enjoying the great ambiance the whole meeting place offers. It says to be a free Wi-Fi zone and I say maybe, I’ve been there like 3-4 times I think, but I got to use their wifi once and whenever I ask their staff about the connection and asking for a password, their response “I DON’T KNOW” it’s not our password, it’s the mall’s connection! Huh? How come? Yeah, I understand how this masa mall monopolize the internet connection of the mall but how come the wifi name has their restau name on it, and the first and last time I used it, it was working. Don’t want to dwell on that now.

Let’s move on with their foods. On this picture is their Pesto pasta… (price? Ask me!) I think they got their olive oil for free that’s why their Pesto is flowing with olive oil. It’s just too much! The taste of basil, nuts, pepper, and whatever they mix with it was good but the oil was like I can fried a whole fried chicken in it. I wanted to have it take out since Olive Oil are a bit expensive. I also notice this with their pizza, (which is not in the picture, next time) I have a separate post for this but then, it’s also oily.

Come dessert, I choose one from their menu (fading menu! Seriously, you have to change your menu!) my all time fave banana split. The waitress got the order and got back to us saying, it’s not available. Ok! Then asked for another dessert and chose another fave of me and my boyfriend, Mango Crepe. Order taken. After few minutes, got back to us, and saying not available. Then the manager of the restaurant went to our table to get the order and explained that ice cream is not available. Very well manager! I knew that was the reason for the cancelled Banana Split but I was also testing the order takers service. Tsk tsk. So I ask the manager what she can recommend to us and offered Churos. (See picture below) Maybe some enjoys this dessert, but me and boyfriend did not. It’s like/is a bread stick that you have to dip with milk chocolate. I love the Churos from Dulcinea, but here, naah! I don’t recommend it.

Will I recommend the place? Yes, sometimes. If tired of coffee, bread and pastries from Starbucks go ahead and try this Xtremely Espresso. They have lots of food to offer.
Other food I recommend: In fairness, I love their Lengua (OxTongue) and the strawberry lemonade. (I forgot take a picture). Carbonara (a little oily again!) but manageable. Big Ben Pizza, really big!!! Sorry but it’s oily too! What’s up with that!

Price: Not bad since I think they have to pay for those overflowing oliveoil!
Can be for middle to upper average person and if you love olive oil!

Photos taken with iPhone (that explains the blurry pics)