Family Ties

Crap...

I long to escape in my books where I could get lost in the characters, in the thickening plot, and the happily-ever-after ending.

What brought this on?

The holidays, makes me think of families, mine in particular.

I feel. (bloody hell, that's the problem. emote)

A Christmas Song

Bago sumapit ang Pasko
Namimili ang Mommi ko
Ng Magandang Regalo
Para sa araw ng Pasko

At itong aking Daddy
Gumagawa ng Christmas Tree
Sasabitan ko naman
Ng laruan at mga kendi

Sa iba't ibang kulay
Nitong Ilaw ng Christmas Tree
Lalo lang nagniningning
Pagsapit ng Gabi

Ang Magandang Christmas Tree
Natutuwa ang marami
Lalo na't patay sindi
Ang ilaw ng Christmas Tree
Ang ilaw ng Christmas Tree


This song was featured in the recent Jollibee commercial. It took me weeks to remember the whole lyrics and I don't even think I got it all correctly. Happy Holidays!

Complicated: Complications

Just able to breathe normally after weeks of tumult and tempest (such dramatics is called for, trust me.)

Now, about the three stooges who are leaving. JJ is off to start a new career, in sales perhaps. Marie is off to reunite with the love of her life abroad and Emily heads off to greener pastures, not to another company yet.

I have vastly recovered from the shock and the complications arising from their departures so that is all I have to say on the subject.

I was feeling panicky yesterday because I am to deal with so many things all at once but have yet to start any of it and time is running out in a sense, the holidays are next week and I have to go back to my hometown. I was wondering how am I supposed to work during the brief interlude. I have downplayed the holidays this year so I am not in a celebratory mood at all. My optimism is at the minimum. I'm excited by ideas not even related to the holidays. Bummer.

I tried to read in the jeep enroute to work, only to be frustrated by my thoughts! I read with my eyes so it was really noisy when my brains (or whatever the correct term is) is reading out loud inside my head. I have to shut the book and inadvertently listen to another passenger going on about herbal supplements. Annoying, creeping thoughts!

2009 is two weeks away. What will the new year hold for me? Focus and Balance! That's on the top of my wishlist. for me to do anyway. I'm expecting (like 85% success) to receive my xmas wishes, if nobody's giving me anything, I'll buy them on my own anyhow.

Leon S. Kennedy is my flavor of the week. hehehe.. So tough guy. stuff of novels without the mush. Oh, and the color of the text, it's a dedication of some sort to Cecee. She's having a baby.

Got to go. The internet's about to phase out, again, as usual.

Can I get a what what?!

What a month!
What a week!

With strat plan reports underway, juggling 2009 plans preparation, and to top it off, Marie has expressed intentions to leave! With Emily and Jophil! (I'll dedicate a separate story for this, promise. Just have more pressing matters at hand)

It was a nightmare!

Good thing, Rk gave me the twilight saga. It was overwhelming. I've read it over and over again. I couldn't be over it until I buy my own set. I mean, yes, I'm super thankful for the ebooks, don't get me wrong. But there's something lacking in it. I'm a book person. I love books. So there. I'd have to suffice myself with it though. Financial restraint mode.

The books even eclipsed (momentarily) Rutchy's super great news . Again, another time, another place. It deserves justice.

Digressing..Basti really smells good these days. Can't get enough. Whiff. Sniff.

Edward and Bella.. I don't know where to start. So many things. I'll probably sort through it all after a while. really a while. still in the zone.

Green's my fave color right now.

zonking out..

An Eventful Day

November 4, 2008

So many things took place. I've forgotten most of them, erased by lack of sleep in the past days. (Basti contracted bronchopneumonia.)

I vividly remember my birthday. They gave me a birthday cake! Lots of gifts.
November 3 was also racing day. Lewis Hamilton won by a point! F1 World Champion for 2008!
Hooray!

Musings, eeeek, ekk

Knowing me, Knowing you aha!
Chiquita tell me what's wrong..
You've been dreaming of, we'll live forever

Milay's mp3 speakers are blasting ABBA and Chicago! It's blast from the past! I don't know whether to be annoyed or to be glad. It's on repeat mode and it already went 5 cycles, i think. But since my sound card (or drivers) are not working properly, I'm almost happy when I hear music. I never thought I could go a day without mp3 but it's been a month now. (whaaaahuhuhu)

It's halloween. horror flicks are on the tube for 3 nights! I was almost scared shitless last night. ALMOST! I've never seen that movie before, and I don't like not knowing beforehand what I'm watching. Hey, why are suspense films gripping? I was very late today because the Kris Aquino-starrer Feng Shui was on. It was still a little scary. What is scary for me about Pinoy horror films is the hopelessness about it. It's not in your sphere of control, all the stories about kulam, engkanto, multo and stuff. These transcend technology, common sense and logic but they still make me wary of the dark and the night. Ohhh, looking forward to the weekend of spookiness and screamfest! (Break out into Nickelodean weekend song: Hey, you wanna, you wanna, wanna weekend! or if you like, Enjoy your Disney Channel weekend! Whatever Mel!)

Hyperacidity! Plus with cold and cough! It's a terrible combination. Just took TUMS Xtra Strength! Hanep, kainis talaga. Rutchy was kidding me about me buying the meds from the pharmacy instead of getting it for free from the clinic. (Milay is playing Next time I fall in love) Ayoko na mapagalitan ni Nurse Daisy.

Speaking of Nurse Daisy, she was jiving last night with a few NCCC employees at the fitness program. There's a Pinoy Big Looser weight loss plan. It was cool. The instructor was excellent. The dance moves were new and I rather think, effective too. What I was not cool about was the aerobics was done in the middle of the housing fair. Di ko kaya! Saludo to those who had no qualms doing it. What discipline and motivation they had!

It's 9pm and everyone here at the office except for Gracie and JJ are still busy typing their butts off. hehehee. huhuhuhu..help! Still have not completed the 2009 programs. I'm up to my ears in deep trouble. To top it all off, I fear that the creativity bug had not visited me for a while now. It scares me, functionality and indispensability.

Hmm, does religion and superstition go together? If not together, just parallel? Do same principles apply? I'm just wondering because I know many religious people who are also very superstitious. I'm like, huh? What gives? Hay, here we go again.

Shift! The housing fair! There are many attractive offers. Option 1: Keisha - 3 bedrooms, just near RK's Option 2: Joyful Homes - nice house, downside: Cabantian, 100 sqm Lot Area. Option 3: Wellsprings Highlands, 140 sqm, 3 bedrooms, downside: house perspective not very good. Option 4: Elenita Heights, mura, kaso malayo. So many choices, the money is so few...hehehe..what to do? priorities! focus mel, focus!

got to go home now. I'm a mommi you, you know. I know.

(Milay playing In my dreams)

Memories of October

hundreds of memories to last a lifetime or until january, the very least.

so many happy, bittersweet and very, very real things.

a sweet kiss.
basti's first movie.
a jolli party..
first "no".
12 hour-day without any sleep, with lots of energy to spare
making friends, "pare"
running around as if the place was his playground
interaction with kuya
bacon & hash browns for breakfast, yum!
herbed bread and oven-toasted pizza (never mind that the second batch was burnt)

making out with morning cartoon shows on TV (shhh...R-18)
cuddling during dawn
my October hickey!

endless pictures and videos
many first utter of words
new toys
beach party

pile up of laundry
too many taxi rides
sundo! sundo!

dvd-x!
bonding over toy guns and balls
annoying channel surfing

looking forward to January!
looking forward to bedlam!

wool gathering until then...resting..seemingly asleep.

First Class

Here's a lesson on body parts, Basti-Style.

a Midnight tryst

The once in a lifetime adventure took place two weeks ago.

It was a clear, starry night. The moon was bright.

It was a scary flight yet the fear made it more thrilling.

Going out was reckless but we sought the temptress, adventure.

We went with nothing but clothes on our backs and money of course.

Away we went, faster and faster we rode. We danced to the beat.

We toured the streets. Until we reached our destination.

It was a relief to arrive unscathed. I was happy. He was unperturbed.

I walked ahead. He strutted along, unaware of the stares.

I asked him, what do you want? He looked and looked.

At last, he pointed and spoke, "burger".

Alas, the spell was broken! Everyone rejoiced!

They too were thrilled. After a brief interlude, we took our loot.

Then, we waited and waited. For our ride home.

When we went back, there was an uproar. We apologized for the unplanned leaving.

Then, we had a feast.

Too soon, it was over.

As we lay on our backs, our eyes still open, we were still aware of the adventure that we just had.

It would not be forgotten, forever it will linger.

We faced each other and grinned, it turned to giggles to f ull laughter.

Oh what a day it was. what a day indeed!



PS. This was my poor attempt at creating something lyrical or poetic. chalk it up to lack of sleep. Oh, as a consequence, he suffered from too much sweets. Tsk,tsk. Adventure does have its rewards, but sometimes, it pays poorly. But hear this, we had fun. (oh stop!)

Blabbermouth

I always think that I speak too much, too soon in fact.

I don't think at all that sometimes I end up regretting talking at all.

I speak many things but I fear I say little.

(sigh)

The Name of the Game

I come by many names and roles.

I am a push and pull officer.

I am a daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and friend.

I'm the better half of a whole, his significant other.

I am me.

I'm a mommi. Always and forever.

Okay, enough with the melodrama. Let's get to the fun part.

I like to go by Melissa. It's a name that my sister and I have liked from the start. But we forgot about it while choosing the name for our baby sister. So she ended up with Catherine Mae. I had no knowledge of the internet back then, that's why I spent hours looking for the perfect name (kuno) in a mini-baby book. (Don't blame me please!)

And so, during teen years, I always go incognito with Melissa. It's still close to my given name so it's not difficult to respond to it. I also like Reena (from nora roberts' Blue Smoke), short for Catarina. I use it during the KC08. I was inspired by Ahnn's Bella Lopez. In the book, Bella is Reena's older sister. Bella is short for Isabella. They have a brother Xander, for Alexander. I like the nickname stuff.

Here at work, I try to change the nicknames of people I work with.

Dashiel Anthony (Dash) became Anton.
Marie Ann is Marimar.
Mary Cris is Crissy.
Rutchy is CeCee.
Jophil is JJ.
Cha is Charity.
Thelma Jean is TJ.
Grace is Gracie.

At home, byang is Evy. Basti's is secretly spelled.
Nai-Nai was Monay. Before that she was Nene/Pane then Mona.

According to blogthings.com:

My Japanese Name is Toki Sato.
May French Name is Anais chabert.
I am Talita Santoro in Brazil.
I am Akela Iwalani in Hawaii.
And I best like my American Name, Melissa Lee Mitchell.

Melissa, must be fate.

I also like GooGoo Dolls' Name (Couldn't wait too fast, now there's nothing....I won't tell no one your name).

the best part in naming, no one can argue about it. It's your prerogative. No wrong spellings.

It's all up to you. Don't get me wrong, I like my given name. It translates to Princess; Darkness (i'm thankful for the semicolon punctuation. If not for it, do you think it would mean what I think it means?) What a thought.

Sanyang Express

All aboard!

Sanyang Express bound for Insanity Avenue, is now leaving! Get limited, front row seats to bedlam!

Note:From hereon until thereafter, this absolutely makes little sense. Don't blame me, as I've said, this train is bound for bedlam. You've been warned. Read at your own risk.

Choo, choo! Off we go!

That's what you usually get when you go on adventures with one of your best friends. The experience is briefly comparable with eating Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans. When Ron Weasley said, you gotta be careful because when they say every flavor , they mean every flavor. (not that I've eaten one, mind you.)

That's how it's like. You think you already know what's coming then boom, it gets you in the face. I'm like, whoa! what hit me?! But it's only for a nano-second because the next thing I know, I'm doubled up laughing til my tummy hurt.

It's a visual thing. This is a very important truth. But those with excellent imagination can pull it off. almost, that is.

Anyway, do you know anybody who is without a clue yet seems to know a lot? Sounds contradictory, but believe me. I know such a person. one of my best-est friends. Know the adage through thick and thin, rain or shine? She's been that and more to me. More to the point that sometimes, I'm guilty of taking her for granted. But I've got this another theory that sometimes, it's a hallmark of true friendship, when you get to the point that you need not ask or feel guilty about asking from your friend/s favors; you're not coy about declaring what you need from them, even when they can't give you anything at all (especially money!) but the mere fact that I can ask them already means a lot.

It has been way for sometime now. I consider myself lucky to belong in her circle. Anyway I digress.

So I find myself on the platform, wondering whether to get on the train or not.

I was like, am I sure I even want to get on the train? I asked myself. So, with eyes closed and heart pumping, I jumped as the train started to move. Are there no other compartments? She seems harmless anyway!

Harmless my ass! She was anything but that. However it turned out to be one of the weirdest, right decisions that I made. And oh boy! Oh boy! What a ride it turned out to be. Still is. Such highs and lows.

It made me think of how friendships are formed. There is no friendship calculator that tells you should you be friends with this person or not, there is compatibility but there are no strict requirements at all. All it takes, is a moment much the same as love at first at sight, minus the attraction of course. This is not bizarro world folks. I think the most unlikely frienships formed are some of the lasting ones made. Well, I certainly hope so.

In life, I believe most decisions are basic or on an instinctive level, fight or flight. In this instance, I decided to take the chance. She may be off her rocker (wehehehehe) but hey, you couldn't find someone like her in this lifetime or the next. (song one in a million starts at this point).

So what am I saying? At the most inopportune moments, when you find yourself in the same boat as I did, with your eyes closed, heart and mind ready, take the plunge! Who knows, you'll get lucky, as I did.

Choo, choo!


Shoutout to CeCee! It's your time to shine girl!




PS. the original A-rated version of this article was lost. such bad luck last night.

Marie in wonderland

This is dedicated to Marie Ann who is experiencing many firsts alongside KC and Richard.

Talk about releasing your inner child. Most adults react to this like they know it along, yet have really no idea what it's about. It's not being childish at all, well, not like what most mean when they say it. It's not just like being playful or to horse around.

Watching Marie 3 weeks ago is a revelation. True, it's a laugh and most times, you don't know whether to be annoyed or not, but heck yeah, she knew how to enjoy in the truest sense of the word. Never mind what others say or think about you. And the best part, she's infectious.

Who in their right minds would be laughing their hearts out in the middle of a moderate to heavy traffic? Even Kuya Dante couldn't help but grin at her antics!

Rutchy's cellphone memory couldn't hold all the pictures we took. Too bad, Cha Cha kept the 45k cam most to herself. It was a marketing thing really, we all understood the reason behind it. But nobody's complaining except Marie of course (she and Cha-Cha has one of those girlfriend-constantly-fighting-scenes ;just like watching an anime really). Our memories are always with us (except if we'll contact Alzheimer's later - knock on wood thrice sound here).

Even this article wouldn't do justice to her at all. It's one of the those 'gotta be there to understand what I'm saying things'. But, trust me, it was a blast.

It never fails to bring out a laugh in me when I think about it. That's what you call a worthwhile experience. Take a bow Marie Ann, you certainly deserve it. (standing ovation!)

The lowest of them all

Times have indeed change. You can always rely on this universal fact. Can't do anything to stop it. Resist, and you're doomed. Go with it, and wait what happens.

This blatant reality has often been tossed in my face but all I do is stare at it. Like a deer transfixed by a pair of headlights, I can't seem to move at all. It's scary yet appealing both at the same time. To be in the spotlight, just I and my destiny ahead of me. Yet, I have never really grasp what is mine.

In the Alchemist, it was written that it is one's obligation to fulfill thy destiny (or something to that effect). What therefore must I do? What can be done to fufill one's destiny? Things were more simple back then. One can just pick up a sword, fight the dragon and save the world. Now it's different. You've got to prove your worth through other means. Concepts of honor, chivalry have been replaced by character and responsibility.

Maybe that's why I never tire of adventure-themed movies, books, tv series, cartoons, anime, etc. They speak of days when it was easy to find your place, to define who you are.

In a world dominated by Technology, shopping, and hedonism, I must be self-aware. whatever that means.

PS. There are no perfect days. Today, the world sucks. I must have hit rock bottom. The lowest of all lows. In short, a lowlife. Tsk, tsk. How unfortunate.

Sikreto ng mga Gwapo

Want to know the secret sa pagiging pogi?

I found the secret to this long sought after dilemma from my 22-month old son! Tatlong beses na namin itong nawitness na ginawa niya.

Simple lang! Rub petroleum jelly on your body! Yes you heard it right!


Ang sikreto para maging kaaya aya ay maglagay ng unscented petroleum jelly sa katawan. Gawin itong nag-iisa at walang nakatingin sa iyo.

Trust me on this! Doctor-recommended-PJ on your legs, arms, and any part of your body that you can reach. At importanteng gawing mag-isa. kung hindi, di ito eepek!

Peks man!

A-Ok Addict!

Best damn night I've had in weeks.

Super high on Avatar. 5 episodes back to back. It was unfortunate that I was in a cafe so I had to
exercise restraint and self control. (What pissed me off was that I lacked the needed plug in to enjoy it in my PC. Real shame!)

Go to www.avatarchapters.org to see the action.

Sugar High

It's official people!

I'm Melis and I'm an addict. and proud of it!

To what? To sweets! To anything yummy and full of sugary treats.

Mel's top 10 Fave sweets (in no particular order):

10. A must-have snack these days, the new Mister Donut Triple Chocolate Donut, Swiss Mocha flavor only please! I know all the flavors and the best is the one I recommend, Swiss Mocha. The other flavors are Chocolate cream and choco fudge. Choco fudge is sort of runny, the filling that is. I don't know which is which just by looking but I can surely distinguish the tastes. Oh, it's triple choco treat because the donut is choco flavored, then the choco filling and the choco sprinkles (these have melted by the time the donuts find their way into the shelves). P12 pesos each and the bestsellers are, of course, Swiss Mocha. When I buy by myself, this flavor is always available. But when I once dragged Ann to buy, all were sold out! Such bad luck to non-believers, I say! Always believe and trust in the G-Force, or at the very least, buy before break time.

9. Dark Chocolates, oh yes, turn to the dark side! Release your melanines and enjoy the rich, rich flavor of dark chocolates and when coupled with mint, oh la la! I break out in song, Heaven is a place on earth! But these dark mint chocolates are scarce here, to my disdain. Why oh why do they think that there is no market for this product here? Where are the deviled cookies? Bring out those heavenly goodies! Come to me, all of you! Your master commands you to come! Sacrifice yourselves for my gastronomic pleasure! And they all came and fell into the depths of my tummy. Yum- Yum. I and my poor imaginings! Where was I? Oh, the dark mint chocolates. When you're lucky, you can find Hershey's brand or if not, try the local Nestle Goya Dark Mint Chocolates. It's P28.00 (9 bite-sized pieces). It will do, it will do.

8. Goldilock's best food so far! Egg pie, not the whole pie but in slices! Only P22 pesos. This is not sold daily, only when the pie is sliced into itsy bitsy 8 pieces. (I guess this is when no one has bought the pie for the recommended display time.) No matter, I still have to buy even when I'm full because I simply must eat it .

7. Have u tried Swiss Deli's or Krua Thai's special iced tea? Everytime I order, I always get stares. I later found out the secret to it: It's lychee! Step 1: Using the Nestle Iced Tea bottle, pour contents of Nestea Iced Tea Powder 1 liter. Fill water up to the neck of the bottle and shake, shake, shake! Tip: Do the dance while at it. Step 2:Pour 1 can of lychee, fruits and syrup, into blender. Add iced tea (makes 2 batches). Blend for 10 seconds. Step 3: Put ice in your glass, pour iced tea and enjoy! Trick to make it taste better: Share it with someone nice while sitting quietly in the porch during late afternoon. Oh and the best thing about this, it costs only P47.00.

6.Red Ribbon Pork Empanada...a must try...You have to order before lunch because this is a best seller @ Chimes. Better yet, go to SM because they never run out. They'll offer you the chicken flavored ones, but it's not that 'masarap', not like the pork empanada nonetheless. Oh and if you're already at the Red Ribbon, try their Triple Choco Roll or the Choco Mousse Cake. Super delicious! If on a tight budget or a diet, sample the delicious value meals served with the cake of the day. Yum! (rubbing tummy)

5. Looking for a quick fix for whatever's bringing you down? You'll never go wrong with Magnolia King's sundae. It's not rock hard like ice cream but soft, creamy goodness. The plus side? All the gooeey, syrupy chocolate fudge that runs from the top and pools down at the bottom. It's a balm that soothes all kinds of ache. for a while. Satisfaction Guaranteed!

4. Going to the movies?! Popcorn is the perfect companion! Not burgers, not chips but POPCORN. Munching your way into butter-flavored MICROWAVEABLE popcorn until you've reached the bottom of the pack, finding out it's not enough so you lick your fingers to savor that last bit of flavor is the perfect snack. And the best part, you can always eat it even when there's no blockbuster movie to watch! See why it's pefect. Oh C'mon!

3. You want what? To eat right? Is that guilt-free snack I'm hearing?! I can do that too! Top of the list is Nestle Yogurt Heavenly Mango. For diet freaks (no offense), just buy the single serve yogurt for only P25.00. If you're into nirvana and all that gastronomic delights, go for the big size! It's cheaper @ P100.00. You certainly won't ask for antyhing else afterwards. And you'll feed good too. It's zero fat. There!

2. Oh, are we raving about fast food now? Hands down, space cheeseburger is the clear winner! Plus order the one with the mushroom. and the cheese, what can I tell you, It's scrumptuous. It's available almost anywhere since they've got many outlets now. I like that it started here in Davao City. Makes me feel like I'm contributing to local business or something when I'm barfing MOON (that's a cheeseburger with homemade fries and iced tea). but of course, I could be wrong and it's just gas I'm feeling. Oopps, sorry. my bad.

1. The last is a toss up between Greenwich Macaroni Salad Plus and Ate wheng's Buco Pandan with Nata. Chowking Halo Halo is a runner up here. Applause for the non-winner please! I never liked Buco Pandan because Ifeel it doesn't compare with the fruit salad. It's just buco and syrup because pandan is not a fruit in the first place! It's a plant! and i don't eat plants for dessert! But Ate wheng added nata de coco to her recipe plus green-colored, pandan-flavored jelly! the result! Super duper cool dessert. I had many helpings. I even dig in her fridge because the others cleaned out the dessert bowl. I have yet to duplicate the recipe but i feel I won't do it much justice at all. So Ate wheng, you owe me another batch! Okay, what about the halo halo? I liked it better when I order this to go. It's placed in a glass-shaped container, not in a bowl, and it's got like a hundred ingredients in the tall cup. Loathe the ice cream though, just don't like nestle ice cream. and the macaroni salad plus? It's the closest to vegetable salad that I could eat (except when there's vinaigrette dressing around). there's pasta so It's filling. The downside, greenwich is inconsistent with the serving qty and the price? hmmm, it skyrocketed, okay it's a few pesos, but hey, there's a crisis people. so many food to eat, not enough money to try it all. so I'm saving up.

So, after more than four weeks of editing and typing, I can finally release this article. Here goes! You better not be hungry when you're reading this, or you're toast! Oh about the pix. I liked it.

Rite of Initiation

Ang hirap magsimula, ang hirap manguna, ang hirap mag initiate.
kaya siguro merong new beginnings and maybe that's why
there's such a big deal about starting over.

because it's never easy.

even in smaller ways, like being the first to introduce yourself to the group,
being the first to approach somebody else, to be the first to apologize,
maunang mamansin after a long deadmahan period, atbp.

for as long as i recall, I've never been comfortable with this. meron pa naman
akong long-time theory na when life sets out to teach you something, it won't stop
throwing you the same thing over and over until you've learn. period. kaya naman
until now, I still am in this boat, over and over.

paano ba naman, feeling ko kasi parati na lang ako. di ba pwedeng ang iba naman?
pero oo nga naman, kelan ba itong naging counting contest? the one with the most
number wins the ultimate prize, which is? ay ewan.

naiisip ko dapat ako ang winner pero ang hirap parating mauna. except sa tsismis.
it does not pay na mahuli.

does it have anything to do with expectations? therefore, pride comes to the picture?

Posible. so paano ba dapat? think nothing of it? but it doesn't come naturally or kahit second nature nga eh, wala. or does previous experiences lalo na childhood ones have any effect? kung di sanay dahil di ginagawa before, sanayan ba ang solution?

so proven true na naman na anything you learned can be unlearn.

sobrang pag iisip? eto na naman ang problema, pag seryosohan na, i tend to think i'm taking myself seriously kahit di gud.

i think, it's calvin and hobbes' time once more.

Mama

sobrang saya maging mommi.
sobrang to the highest level ang
happiness pag tinatawag kang mama,
mama..hayyy..makakalimutan mo ang
mga pagsusungit nila, ang mga
tantrums na di maintindihan
paglalapit sa iyo at bigla
kang yayakapin ng mahigpit at
bibigyan ng super tamis na halik
sabay bigkas, mama...

Query

as good as it gets?
or
the best is yet to come?

How long do you want to be loved?

"Lullaby"

They didn't have you where I come from
Never knew the best was yet to come
Life began when I saw your face
And I hear your laugh like a serenade

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I'm never, never giving you up

I slip in bed when you're asleep
To hold you close and feel your breath on me
Tomorrow there'll be so much to do
So tonight I'll drift in a dream with you

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I'm never, never giving you up

As you wander through this troubled world
In search of all things beautiful
You can close your eyes when you're miles away
And hear my voice like a serenade

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I'm never, never giving you up

How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you want to be loved
Is forever enough
Cause I'm never, never giving you up
Is forever enough
Cause I'm never, never giving you up