L4, L5

A month ago, around the same time, same Monday morning, I woke up and a nightmare began. I couldn't get up. I felt extreme pain on my lower back. I pretty much have a high pain tolerance (I have tattoos) so by "extreme" I really meant EXTREME! My tears would just fell on their own. I was rushed to the hospital and stayed there for a week. I had to undergo rehab. Oh gosh.. I thought I was going to be on a wheelchair for the rest of my life. Worst, I thought I was going to die, and I didn't (and still don't) want to.

I had Herniated Disc (L4, L5). I admit, while my doctors were explaining their diagnosis, I wasn't listening. Yeah, I'm stupid that way. Tsk. All I cared about was if I can still walk. And yes, on the third day, I was up and walking again, though very slowly. I almost couldn't contain my happiness but I had to because my therapists (Hi Eula! Hi Chubs!) were there, I was shy. Yikes! Haha!

Here are my pics at the hospital:


I had to be hooked to this monstrosity for most of my stay at the hospital.



Maybe a little too early for the "in sickness and in health" part of our relationship but this might be a start - my uyab was with me through it all. Thanks Bri! I love you so much! ♥

Naturally, I was advised by my doctors to lose weight as my gaining has A LOT to do with the bulging of my disc. My therapists taught me proper body mechanics - I need to improve my posture. I now have to always sit erect. I can't do running for a while. I have to move "gracefully" which would be very difficult for I am way far from being graceful. Man.. In other words, I HAVE TO CHANGE MY LIFESTYLE!!!

And slowly, I am. For the past month, I already lost 5 lbs. It's a start!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank my doctors, nurses, and PTs at Chong Hua Hospital, my friends who texted/called/visited (special thanks to the ff: Therese Marie Cañete, Vanessa Rhea Labesig, Marie Grace Malanog, and my housemate Douey Joy Cagud - Girls, I OWE YOU.), my FAMILY, and my uyab, Briane. Lord, thank You. You truly are the most awesome!

There's a lot of articles about Herniated/Slipped Disc online. I recommend reading it here for those who don't know anything about it.

Guys, take care of yourselves. Health is indeed wealth!

Thanks to those who emailed me! I'M STILL ALIVE! May God bless you all! xxx

Remembering Boracay

I am happy today because my Vacation Leave got approved and I am going to Boracay next month. What's more exciting is, I will be with my crazy friends Douey Joy and Vanessa Rhea!!! It's going to be a blast, I'm sure. Oh gosh.. OH GOSH!!!!!

Anyway, I was the there April of 2010 with my other girlfriends and I had a blast as well and so today I'm going to share with guys our pics.

To my friends from other countries, I'm sure you've heard of this paradise. You NEED to be here if you visit my country. You NEED to experience Bora..

Enjoy!

*you guys might not recognize me - i was thin then! hahaha!*



my younger brother Kab went with my and my girlfriends



I met VJ Alvey of Channel V! HE.IS.HOT!!!



the sunset is breath-taking..



you guys have to try Fly Fish!!!



something to show my future grandkids.. what's wrong with my skin in here???



Boracay is like a city in an island. This is Station 2. If you want pure silence, go to Station 1.



these crazy women made our vacay super fun!!!



Caramel Mac on the beach - perfecto!



a stroll..



powdery white sand..



and of course we went island hopping!



this is the day i discovered that I am actually scared of deep-diving..



yeah, i know how to open a bottle using a spoon. I grew up with 3 brothers and male cousins!



tequila shots!



one of our brekkies..



if only this is a clear shot.. :(



this is right after our all-you-can-eat dinner.. and lookie, my brother and I both wore pink! hahaha



massage on the shore - i didn't like it. the sand's all over my body, it's rough..



and i met this hunk of a dude! he's from the dance group Philippine All-Stars



and this was on our way home.. we were sad..

Exactly a month from now, I will be back there. I am beyond excited. I can't wait!
Godspeed! xxx

In Paradise

Hello everyone!

So last night, I went to see an MMA event with my friend Briane and I had a really, really awesome time. I don't have pics of it because silly me didn't bring my camera! I'll check if he still has the pics he took from his phone cam & I'll share them with you guys. :)

The event finished past midnight. I had to pack as fast as I could because at 2am, I and my other friends Douey and Andi were going to Bantayan Island! 

And right now, I'm here, on the shore, in this paradise island. I looooove it here. I'm here at least once a year. It's silent, breezy, & breath-taking.. And I'm listening to lovesongs. What more could one ask for? I am in heaven right now but I'm sad too. A potential good friend will soon bid goodbye. Oh gosh.. :(

Here are few pics of us today:



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My 30th Birthday Pictures

I would like to share with you guys pics from my recent 30th birthday! I celebrated it a lot of times and the conclusion was last Saturday's disco where I danced like there's no tomorrow, my bones are still aching! Whew!

Thirty years on earth is something. I am excited for the future! I can't wait to be 40! Enjoy! xxx

AUGUST 10, 2013

my brother, Kab, treated me to lunch on my birthday! Thanks Kab!!!

This was at Crab King, a Singaporean style restaurant. I told the waiters that it's my birthday and voila, special treatment! Or maybe they're really just nice.. Ü.. Anyway, this is a huge, HUGE crab and it's delish but pricey.

On the night of my birthday, I treated myself to my first love: ROCK N ROLL!!! My friends Vanessa Rhea Labesig and Douey Joy Cagud went to the Tanduay T5 Party. It's in an open field and there was a lot of people. I came to see my favorites Wolfgang and Rico Blanco! I had a blast! Remember Woodstuck? Yup, it felt like it!

Rock N Roll means oily, make-up free face! hahahaha!

AUGUST 11, 2013

I went to see my family in Cagayan de Oro city the next day. This is my birthday cake! It's from Red Ribbon. This is huge and it's cheap at Php 650. We just bought flowerettes. Oh and btw, I was the one who put the candles that's why it's crooked. Decorating isn't my niche.

and the obligatory cake pose! hahahaha! my ate (elder sister)  had dinner catered! thanks te! This is the pic I uploaded on WIWT.

my cousin Hazel, my aunts Jean and Teresa, and my uncle Rey

my cousins dj and damdam - they've grown!!!

This moment right here is priceless. These are my siblings.. I don't know what to do without them..

AUGUST 12, 2013

and the queen of my heart, my mother! I had fun taking pics of her while we're in the hotel. She's the strongest person I know.

 

This is at Seda Hotel. There's triple red alert but it didn't stop us from having fun! My family is the best! Of course we miss our Papa, but I know he's just right there with us, having fun as well! Ü

 

August 17, 2013

And the disco at MO2! It was a bomb! I had to take my shoes off! Actually, I didn't really dance. I was jumping and jogging and shouting - all at the same time! hahahaha! Van gave me my tiara - it was so pretty! It suited douey more but it was mine so I wore it!

Again, THANK YOU!!! It was my best birthday, more than anything because I was with my family! My family rocks! And just like the cliche, I must have done someone right to deserve them.. Godpseed! xxx

Surfin' Ribs

Location: Surfin' Ribs

G & A Arcade N. Escario St. corner Tojong St.  Cebu City 6000

 

It was such an unplanned dinner. My friend Zilfa Javier and I went to this uber cool resto near Ayala Mall. There's been a lot of hype about it and I just simply HAVE to visit. And it lives up to its hype - and maybe a little bit more. The food's delish, service is great (the crew's super friendly), and it's CHEAP.

 

THE FOOD

Their specialty, the ribs, is ok. The sauce is a little too strong for my taste. It's not that tender also. Still, my most fave ribs in the world is at Casa Verde.

The Cheesy Penne appetizer is really cheesy. It's so heavy we didn't finish it. I do'n't really like pasta, but this is one of the best I've tasted.

The Prawns in butter and garlic is the yummiest! It's not overcooked and the sauce is just impeccably seasoned. You guys have to try it!

For dessert we had Leche Flan. It's the second most delicious I've tasted. The first is at Mesa. It's just Php 45!

 

Check our pics:



 

i'll be back to try their crab claws, pata, and chili wings!

the unfinished bricks adds a lot of character to the place

zee's rack's bigger than mine! it's unfair! hahahaha



i had the spicy ribs. not really a "man vs food" moment.. I mean, i can easily take this without a sweat! .

one word: SUPERB!

this literally melts in your mouth..

mmmmm... cheese..

both are super creamy and heavy, we didn't finish them. But they're delish!

Washing hands isn't gonna be a chore! haha!

the resto has these funny posters on their walls.

'Til my next eating adventure! xxx