Another one of those long weekend update... =)

TACO BELL's in town!

We were at SM Southmall that Saturday afternoon to pay some bills and to do some shopping when we saw some banners announcing the opening of the newest US-based fast food chain. Naturally, we got curious and went in for some snacks. The lines inside were long, but fortunately, service was good so the wait was just brief. The seats and tables were varied, but i particularly liked the round tables which could comfortably seat around 6-8 people. Ambience was good, i must say - perfect for a barkada hang-out. We ordered chicken quesadillas and 2 taco supreme. The verdict? Well, the taco was nothing special (although the sour cream was good), and the quesadillas had very little on the inside. For a 300+ meal, sad to say, it was not really sulit. I'm definitely ordering other items on the menu the next time we go back there.

After the unsatisfying meal, we browsed around the shops to look for tops (i swear i'm running out of clothes to wear na! hihi) and i found two of them at my favorite (and very reliable) store, People are People! Yipee!!!

Before heading home for another night of badminton, we went inside Toy Kingdom where Jon fooled around with Spiderman, and bought his own toy which he has been looking for for quite a while already. He got ecstatic when he saw it and he didn't let go 'til we paid for it at the cashier. heheh!

After the game, we headed to BF and ate at Bacolod Chicken Inasal House. Jon n I were both famished and ordered chicken inasal and batchoy (another fave of mine =) ).

Sunday morning, I got a call from my elder sister asking if i wanted to go with them to the mall and help her to pick out her new fone. A few minutes later, my mommy, ate, k8, and chuchay were already at home to pick me up. Girl bonding!!! Went back after 3 hours and had lunch at my old place. Anyway, here's a pic of my niece striking a pose (imitating ninang, of course! hehe!)

Back at home, I helped Jon clean the windows of our room while watching the finale of the Survivor All Stars. After some rest, we headed to Makro, and bought packs and boxes of items needed for the mini-grocery business the twins are going to start in Batangas City. Had a great time loading 2 long carts of different stuffs! Tiring, yes. But fuN! =) Anyway, i wish the twins the best of luck in this joint venture... of course, i'm here to help (i'm actually doing the inventory right now.. hehe, may sweldo ba ko dito? *wink* ) :D

While unloading the stuff from the van back home, got a call from Jezlyn, a soon-to-be-bride, who wanted to borrow our wedding video. She arrived with another friend, Mae, in tow. apparently, they were impressed with our on-site video played during the reception of our wedding that they are seriously considering to get them as their videographer too. Of course, I only have high praises for Realtime... and i highly recommend them!!! I hope they get them! We had more than an hour of non-stop chatting about bridal fairs and wedding suppliers!!! *sigh* i miss wedding planning!!! And as with all the other couples i know who are planning for a wedding, i offered to help in any way i can... =)

Before they ran off, Jez asked both of us for some advice for a successful relationship/marriage. And so now, I end this post with some tips...

1. Constant and effective communication is the key - express feelings often; even in arguing, or in the heat of passion... hahah!
2. Have fun together - bringing in sense of humor into the relationship is one of the most important factor of a healthy relationship. Laugh together, but never AT each other.
3. Know how to fight fair. - Don't be afraid of sleeping on the problem. Sometimes, it's the only way to cool heads off, believe me!
4. Surprise each other from time to time. =) - spam and egg with love, anyone? ;-)
5. Have some time alone for yourself. - Keep your individuality. Also, some time off to miss your partner does wonders to the relationship.. ;-)
6. Keep the love, and lust, alive... =)