May 31

 I'm a bit hesitant to write. 

Chapter 31 was so awesome and I think even the word awesome is not enough.

I'm just so so so in awe of Daddy God. 

I celebrated my 31st with Jayson. It was one of my favorite days.  It was indeed filled with surprises!!He bought me my current phone, we ate at Hodai again (where we had our first date) and he took me to Art in Island! Jayson just commented that we were like in a different dimension. The highlight of my day was when he shared a Word to me... Proverbs 31!!!! It was such a dream come true to be somehow seen as a resemblance to the Proverbs 31 woman. I know I still have a long way to go to be more like her. My heart was so overwhelmed most especially when he prayed for me. Haaayyy.... He can really only come from God!!

I also became into gardening. I planted tomatoes, talbos ng kamote and leeks. I really enjoyed it. 

I embroidered some bags as a gift to VFs. I'm glad that they liked 'em somehow. 

Jayson and I attended his officemate Jomar's wedding. 

I also had my first business venture - Hiro Aki Pizza! Oh how Jayson inspired me to do business. I also tried to sell Atsara. 

We wet to Bataan with Nanay. We made atsara there. 

Then comes December. I was one of Ate Joy's bridesmaids. I never thought that I would be engaged after her wedding. Waaah! I was engaged! 

Wedding planning started. 

We're so blessed to discover and choose Merryland Pavilion. 

I also saw my gown on Facebook Marketplace. My heart skipped a beat when I saw its design.

Jayson also informed me how God suddenly provided 100,000 days after our engagement!!!! 

It was also Jayson's first time to celebrated New Year's Eve with us in Bulacan! 

Looking back, it was tiring yet fun to plan for a wedding! 

Amazing that on our laydowniversary (Jan. 13), we attended the wedding preparation seminar. 

We also experienced attending a bridal fair. I thought I would eat a lot, but I guess it's not for everyone. 

By March, we had our Pamamanhikan. It was so nice to have our families together.

Mac also bought ebike for Tita. 

We had our prenup shoot which was tiring yet fun as well. We met Angel Beautification and we're so blessed.  

VFs prepared a bridal shower and I also had a wives bridal shower.

We were able to celebrate Nanay's birthday in Teodorico's. 

Of course, our Wedding day!!!

Oh I so love that day! 

It was a sunny day, had our first kiss, the Gospel was preached above all. 

We had our honeymoon in Boracay. Whoa, it's a whole new world as husband and wife!!!

We also had our wedding celebration in Quezon. I was so happy because Nanay was there with me. 

We started our life together. 

I cook for him almost every day and I get to prepare his lunch. 

We lost Ninong Ruben.

Then  by July 10, we had a pregnancy test since I was delayed for a week. 

It was positive!! Oh my!!! Baby J is here!!

 The thought that I might be pregnant started when a Word in Jeremiah quickened my heart. I thought it was not for me but for a child. 

I resigned from BCM and my dream of being a housewife came true!!!!

We lost our dear Cloud. Ang magaling naming mag ballerina na dog, and also the non-chalant one. 

We also lost Tito Eddie. I pray to bless his children soon.

We attended Christian and Paula's wedding!!

We booked a Tiny aesthetic house in Bangad. It was such a fun adventure. It was so nice to be with Bej again. 

Three days ago I started feeling Baby J. I pray for our baby to be healthy. 

 Above all, at 31,  became a wife and soon-to-be mom. 

It's all because of Him.

May our story always be for His glory alone!!

Shorter Lay Down Story

 January 13, 2020 was a significant day for me, following the Taal Volcano eruption. A simple request from a friend, Jayson, to visit our small group leader's newborn baby led to an unexpected turn of events.

While at work, Jayson asked me to wear a mask for the visit. I didn't have one, but he assured me he had extras. Later, plans changed, but Jayson insisted we still meet, hinting at a surprise.

As I headed to meet him, a taxi with a verse caught my eye, Ecclesiastes 3:11a, "He has made everything beautiful in its time." It stirred a mix of emotions in me.

When we met, Jayson handed me masks and a box of dried fruits as a pasalubong from Cebu. Then, he gave me an envelope with a letter expressing his desire to take our friendship to the next level. It was a moment of shock and disbelief.

Despite my surprise, I managed to ask for clarification. Jayson shared his intentions and vision for us, including seeing me as his future wife.

Overwhelmed, I needed time to process and pray. Eventually, I agreed to enter into courtship with him.

Reflecting on our journey, I realized how God had been writing our story all along, shaping us for each other. Despite my initial doubts and struggles, I found comfort in Ecclesiastes 3:11a, trusting in God's timing and plan for us.

Engaged 2023!

   

December 16, 2023 

May 30

I'm saying goodbye to Jena's dream age in the movie 13 going on 30. I liked that movie since she learned her lesson that the glitz and glamour aren't everything. What matters most is being with the people you love and those who truly care for you. 

I'm not a blessing financially yet but I hope to be one soon. I hold on to hope that nothing is impossible with Him - that I can be a blessing in that area too. 

But first, the goal is to be faithful to what He's blessing me with. I pray to honor Him no matter what with my finances. 

I celebrated my 30th with Jayson. He had a bouquet of flowers on his hand and then we ate in a buffet. It was so much fun for me because the food was good and I could say that we had a quality time. We even bought things together at Japan home. It was amazing that I finally bought a teapot!!!!!We talked about a book.. I hope we can do that again...I pray for quality time again tomorrow! 

In my 30th year, I started working at BCM Manila. I never thought that I would be part of this company! It was such a miracle of God! I'm now working from home and there's room for growth! Even in my salary.  

I met awesome people like TL Ace, TL Cassey and TL Lindsay. 

I even joined the Team Building! 

I went to Infanta Quezon. Grabe yung byahe. Parang ayaw ko na ulitin. hehe. 

Pero sobrang favored ni Lord dahil ang ganda ng room and nakapag chika pa ako kay TL Lindsay and Teacher Chanel. 

I saw His hand there!

I baked cookies. 

I tried embroidery. 

I went to Intramuros with Jayson! 

I organized Arlene's bridal shower! Yay!

Attended her wedding of course!

We attended Discipleship 2023!!

We attended a worship service with Umbe and Denden!

We went to Big Rock for Nanay's bday. 

I watched a movie with Jayson ng kami lang..

I did one-to-one face-to-face again and started my own VG!!! 

So grateful!!!!

I also attend a singles' getaway at Clearwater Pampanga!

I shared what I learned on stage! 

I became closer to Victory San Rafael peeps too!

We celebrated our third year at Montemar! 

Awesome God!!!!

Here's to becoming a greater blessing in the years to come!!!

May 29

It's the last year of my 20s. I hope I could remember well what happened. Always grateful to God for His faithfulness!  :) 

My 29th bday celebration was also fun. I got another sunflower cake from Jayson. 

We attended Bryan and Lorainnes's wedding. 

Went on a double date with A and A (Arn and Arl). 

Had a steak and wine date. 

Joined a pajama contest. 

Oven!!!

Laptop!!!!

Baked cheesecake for Jesus. 

Complete at Christmas family picture. 

First time in Gapan with Jayson's family. 

High school dream of becoming a writer came true! (Brittany Corp.) 

Lost Zoe (a  cute puppy) 

Sent Mac back abroad 

Supported VP Leni for the presidency. ..went to a rally in Makati.. Cried a lot when she lost 

Traveled to Iba, Zambales

Traveled to Bagac, Bataan 

Traveled to Baguio 

Traveled to Morong, Bataan 

Traveled to Boracay!!!!! (first domestic flight!!!!) 

Started to love Cafe

Enchanted Kingdom with Heidi! (finally bumper car!!!) 

Started to work at HiLokal! 

Started to attend Victory San Rafael !!