Wow! It's been a while since my last post here. Honestly, I had been very very very busy. So let me just sum up all the special events that occurred during those months.
JANUARY
It was a perfect start for 2012. Our celebration was plain and simple yet very memorable. Seeing my family and my husband's family get along well with each other makes me so happy. This also marked the start of our wedding preparations. Although we hired a wedding coordinator, we still get involved in every step to make sure that everything would turn out as what we wanted it to be. Alexa started babbling and giggling. I am very proud and overwhelmed of seeing her developmental milestones each day. I admit I was still in the adjustment period during this time. Oftentimes, I cannot control my temper and emotions maybe because I can't get enough sleep to breastfeed her through the night. A lot of things changed. But later on I appreciated why changes are needed in order for us to become a better person. When I am about to give up, I just cuddle and kiss my baby and all my worries and discomforts disappear.
FEBRUARY
Weee! It's Valentine's Day. I was touched by Joe's gesture for giving Alexa a long-stemmed rose. Mine was a bouquet of red roses. We had lunch in one of the new restaurants in the city. For the both of us, everyday is V-day. My husband never fails to make me and my daughter feel important and loved. As what he said, he hates celebrating monthsaries now that we are married since we will be counting our YEARS together, not MONTHS. Mushy but very meaningful. During the stressful weekdays, we see to it that weekends are well-spent. We watch movies together, dine out, have massage and etc.
MARCH
One of my best months this year! I was able to catch up with my college girlfriends. We enjoyed food tripping together, swimming, chatting and diving. It was my first diving experience. Very great and would surely dive again and again. On the other hand, I enjoyed being at home. I would always cook and prepare food for my family. Alexa started rolling and crawling. She was very proud to show it to her dad! I am very happy seeing the both of them together. By the end of this month, we went out of town for our Pre-nuptial pictorials. It was a bit awkward but when you get used to it you'll feel the excitement. We went to 3 locations in order to have different sceneries and view. Fun but also tiring.
OMG! The pressure and stressors are getting stronger as the days passed by. One month to go before our church wedding. Everybody was anxious and a lot of expectations had to be satisfied. Anyway, problems and fights are part of the hassle. I think this is normal since all of us wanted the same outcome: to make that day perfect and filled with love. We celebrated mama's birthday by food tripping (as usual) and watching a movie together. Amidst all of the exhaustion, Alexa learned how to "close-open" her hands. She also had her first meal. We also joined my husband's org (DWD) during their feeding program and community outreach. It feels so good to help and see underpriviledged children smile and say: "thank you". I felt I was so blessed that I grew up well-provided and have responsible parents. Ooops, before I forget. I also experienced my first Papanicolau Test. That was really uncomfortable! Being a girl is really no joke! That is why men should love and take care of us.
MAY
During the first week, we remembered Papa's 5th Death Anniversary. I miss him so much but I know he is very happy for me. He showed up in my dream wearing his gray suit and his sweet smile. I knew it was your way of approval for my decision. I love you papa and I always wish we spent more time together. Sad to say, you were not physically present during one of my special day. But I know you are always around, watching over us and guiding us. This is it! I got married to my man and my love last May 24, 2012. That was a day that I would never forget. Although there were people who tried to ruin everything, I decided not to get affected and go on since this is my special day. The people I love were all present and happy for us. I thank the Lord for giving me a very loving and responsible husband. Someone who would fight for me and stay firm with his decisions. Someone who always make me smile. Someone who understands me.
JUNE
After all the busy months and hectic schedules, me and my husband finally had time to travel. The two of us enjoyed our vacation. We went to Palawan, Cebu and Bohol. While we were away, our little girl was well taken care of by my mama and our nanny Ate gaga. It was a perfect timing to cool down from stressful situations and negative people. I admit, I was really hurt by their words and irresponsible comments against me and my family. I suggest the next time you try to bring someone down or destroy their dignity, look at yourself and your own life! I was raised by my parents properly that is why I leave everything to karma. Whoever you are, I forgive all of you for everything you said and done to me. BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET. I won't waste my time being affected by your nonsense comments because I am happy where I am and with the people who truly loves me. Anyways, we also celebrated Alexa's 8th month and Father's Day. Thank you Joe for being a very good and responsible daddy to Alexa. We can't imagine life without you. We appreciate all your efforts to provide everything that we need as well as what we want. We made the right decision to bring up a child in a world full of love. Thank you for your presence and love.
JULY
It was our first time to be away from Daddy. He went to Iloilo for a week to attend their's company's leaders summit. He is such a very hardworking person and I love him for that. He knows his priorities and responsibilities. I can say that he changed a lot since Alexa was born. Because I wasn't that busy anymore, I had time catching up with my BFFs and college friends. During this time, Alexa first experienced having a Fever. She was not feeling well for 3 days but was not confined in the hospital. On the 4th day, rashes appeared all over her body. She was vey uncomfortable and it breaks my heart to see her cry. She was diagnosed with Roseola Infantum. Her doctor assured us there's nothing to worry since this is normal for babies. I'm glad there were no complications and that she was fine later on.
AUGUST
Cheers! We went out of town again. This time our destination was Surigao. I really enjoyed our trip. The place was very relaxing unlike the city life that we had been used to. I appreciated the nature and environment even more. Going back to Davao, who would forget the Kadayawan Festival?! We celebrated it by shopping and food tripping. I was also able to experience having the "night life" again after a couple of months. By this time, Alexa is very energetic and started standing and walking. She's a bit scared to try but I know she can do it.
SEPTEMBER
It's Joe's 24th birthday. During his special day, we made a very big decision: to buy a house. We knew it was a bit hard for us since we are still starting our family. However, we wanted to invest while we are still young. Although we won't live there, we look forward to using it in the future. As of the moment, we agreed to stay at my father's house since it is located in the city proper and near our workplace and schools. We spent the day by dining out and watching a movie. If you could notice, I had nobody with me except him for the past year but we enjoyed each other's company. I was touched when he told me I was his only and best friend. Without me, he won't be able to explore the world, realize his abilities and become independent. I hope God would give you more and more birthdays so that we can spend and make more memories together as a family. On the other hand, I also made a very good deed for this month. My bestfriend and I were not in good terms for the past months but I suddenly missed her. Since I am the type of person who loves surprises, I decided to send her a package filled with chocolates and a greeting card. I wasn't sure how she would react but I'm so happy that she was teary-eyed upon accepting it. I am glad that everything is fine between the both of us now.
