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the proposal

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 09:38:34 GMT

Well this little story of mine is a bit outdated coz I actually do not know when exactly it happened due to several attempts. It’s a bit funny yet very romantic coz Vin did it on an installment basis and in a very predictable way.

First Half

It was 2 days before February 14, 2005, when Vin and I went to Baguio for our first Valentine celebration. We went to a silvershop named “PILAK” located just across the Botanical Garden. While I bought a pair of beautiful earrings he was busy looking for a nice pair of rings. (obviously its for me and him) Then he asked me to check if the ring would fit in to my little fingers and bought it. We went to the Botanical garden and as we were sitting on the stairs, he again asked me to wear the ring with an intro of asking me to marry him. I accepted the ring because I would like to marry him but not as soon as possible so I told him to ask me again sometime in the future.

Second Half

It was our anniversary and as I predicted it was the second time Vin asked me to marry him. And as expected he popped out the question in the most casual way. Again I said yes to him but I told him I am still expecting for a romantic and creative proposal coming from a predictable & routinary Vincent.

Overtime

After the second attempt, I always expected a dinner date, an out of town gimmick or a special treat. I even asked him when he will make the big proposal or how he’s planning to do it? Every now & then, he asked me if it was really necessary for him to propose for a third time. I told him that it is every woman’s dream to be proposed to. And he would always recount the two occasions when he proposed. I told him I want something special, and I want a surprise (not that the earlier proposals weren't). And so it happened. It was 5 days before our 2^nd year anniversary when we had a big fight over something very petty (and Im the one to be blamed). Two days after the big fight, I went to his place to talk to him to make amends. And out of the blue he told me that he loves me so much & he wanted to spend the rest of his life with me as he opened up a black box with a ring and asked me to marry him for the third time. It happened in the middle of our reconciliation time. I cant believe he gave me an engagement ring coz he told me that its quite expensive and impractical. I cant believe he proposed after I did something wrong. This time, he completely took me by surprise. Naturally, I said yes. I wasn't able to hold back tears of joy because he gave me what my heart desired and what I wanted. I said yes to him coz I asked for a proposal and he gave it to me. I said yes to him because despite of my shortcomings he offered his life to be my partner. Now I realized its not the romantic surprise I’m dying to experience, it ’s the sincerity of the heart that Vin offered to me that day and made me the happiest woman on earth.

--also posted in http://pearlivin.weddingannouncer.com

wedding site

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 09:29:48 GMT

for the longest time i wasnt able to blog about my ramblings, my thoughts and my whereabouts due to a very busy schedule at work and at home. Another reason why i cant afford to maintain this blog because i am currently updating our new blog which is a wedding site....so to those who wish to check out our site feel free to visit this

http://pearlivin.weddingannouncer.com

Well dont worry peeps I still love xanga and promise to post the soonest possible time.

muah

I MISSED BLOGGING

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 07:58:21 GMT

Waaaaa. i missed blogging around... i terribly miss my friends online.

TWO TIMER

Fri, 07 Jul 2006 08:02:28 GMT

Really I am wondering if there people who have the luxury to be at two places at one time. I don’t know how could that be possible…

one realization i had recently is that it is really “DIFFICULT” to become a two timer… devoting your time on equal priority. I now admire those people who managed to play around with two or three girlfriends/boyfriends all at the same time. It is a real talent.

It is truly difficult to manage two careers… to workloads that are both demanding. Since I was assigned as Asst Head for Human Resources both for Letran Abucay and Letran Intramuros, I find myself incompetent and ineffective. I am very frustrated that I cant devote my time to the two institutions equally… thus giving my 100% is not enaough. Some tasks were left hanging, some concerns still unresolved and it is all because there’s only 24 hours a day.

If only I could clone myself. I wish to have 5 sets assigned to the following

Pearli 1 devoted to my family

Pearli 2 exclusive for Vin

Pearli 3 for HR Intramuros

Pearli 4 for HR Abucay

Pearli 5 who will finish my thesis and research work

Hehehe…

I missed blogging and I missed all my friends online.

BIG LEAP

Tue, 30 May 2006 11:58:55 GMT

Last May 19, 2006 upon reaching the age of twenty six i realized theat God indeed is so good to me. Little by little all my dreams and my wishes came to a reality. I never thought that I would received a wonderful gift on my birthday.

I am very happy that at my age, I was given the opportunity to be part of the Administration of Letran. More than that, I was privileged enough to occupy three positions. I am now the Asst. Head for Research Planning and Organizational Development (HRD) not only here in Manila but also in the newly opened campus in Bataan. (hehehe astig)

I may be mayabang to blog about my new position, but the hell I care, I am very thankful that the management gave me the chance to prove my worth and value as an employee.

I am happy... and I thank Vin, my family, my friends, Ms. Eloi and Annalie and of course to Fr. ( my boss) for the wonderful opportunity.

Just to share my equation for success

SUCCESS = (ATTITUDE + HARWORK )(PRAYER)

Does it make sense...? well it works for me.

WTVR

Mon, 08 May 2006 12:02:39 GMT

This day sucks...

True to the song I dont like Mondays.... this is the worst day of my life. I feel rotten and currently in the state of dismay. I do not want to elaborate it further, but I can say that some people are fond of giving false hopes and they dont really care at all.

I am dissapointed with what happened. But then again...being an incurrable optimist... maybe... yeah maybe GOD has a better plan. Another way of looking things positively is that... "maybe... maybe... it is not a false hope after all...."

... well whatever...

BEFORE I DIE

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 07:48:58 GMT

I know it’s a bit morbid but I really want to share simple things I’d like to do before I die.

learn to swim
play PS
ride a horse (TAKOT ako sa KabaYo)
go topless (in Boracay)
paint in nude
hit her or slap her face
sing in KTV
buy a diamond ring
be a member of Gabriela or certain NGO
become an organ donor
learn to speak french
publish my love story in the broadsheet
own a pet—a dog
drag race
play basketball (or any other ballgame)

Seems like i dont want to die young... there are so many things i'd like to do. hehehe. Most of them are real desires while others are there to overcome my fears. hehehe

EVENTS

Wed, 05 Apr 2006 12:06:39 GMT

Last Friday Vin and I decided to have some what we call "timeoff" from our busy lives and spend some time together. We had our dinner at Temple Bar ( vin asked for a fresh mango juice, pandan rice and spicy spare ribs, while I chose to eat pasta named three mushrooms and bacons and a glass of pineapple juice). We find the place cozy and the food is not that expensive. hehehe. Afterwards we went to Absinth to unwind as we recall our college days, our love story over bottles of beer. hehehe.... that was a wonderful experience.

Saturday, Vin and I attended the graduation of my dear brother. After ten long years he finally earn a masters degree in Human Resource Management (non thesis track) at the Pontifical Royal Catholic University of the Philippines. - UST. I just hope by next year I'll be able to graduate--- after 6 years hehehe.

Sunday, Vin ad I had our first swimming experience together in the nearby resort in Bulacan. I dont want to describe the resort, but I'd like to share that it was a funny, irritating and enjoyable experience. hehehe and we are looking for the next swimming experience. hopefully in a more romantic resort.---- boracay???? hehehe who knows.

Monday, I filed a leave, met Vin and went to Greenhills to buy a new phone. Yehey, finally I have my dream phone. hehehe... Im so happy.

handwriting

Fri, 31 Mar 2006 04:04:22 GMT

thanks dionne for sharing this site. muah

.co

What does your handwriting say about YOU?

What does your handwriting say about YOU?

The results of your analysis say:

You plan ahead, and are interested in beauty, design, outward appearance, and symmetry.
You are a shy, idealistic person who does not find it easy to have relationships, especially intimate ones.
You are diplomatic, objective, and live in the present.
You are a talkative person, maybe even a busybody!
You enjoy life in your own way and do not depend on the opinions of others.

MIXED EMOTIONS

Tue, 21 Mar 2006 08:31:23 GMT

Damn Im bored. Until now, I am having a smiling depression about my current career. Though people around me keep on telling me that I am an asset to the organization, that I am efficient employee, I still find my self in the state of dismay. Maybe I still don’t have a clear career aspirations and my career inclinations were not fully satisfied. I am still wondering when am I going to shine??? Do I have to wait forever??? I just hope that the management will be able to see my potential and give me the chance to perform duties where I was trained for. So pearli wake up… do something. hehehe

Sabi nga nila pag malas ka sa career… swerte ka naman sa lovelife

And I am thankful that finally my relationship is currently on a full swing. Hehehe. I don’t want to be mean or to be rude to my exes, but what I have now is million times better. I even told myself before that I am “malas sa lovelife” but God has His own way of rewarding people like me. I am blessed to have Vin as my partner, he showers me with loving thoughts that are truly heartwarming and motivating. I just want to tell the world how much I love that guy. Thank you and more years for us.

(sorry if im a bit mushy...)