From Bangkok With Love

My last post seemed so negative, so I'll try to redeem myself this time. I was lucky to be able to tag along with my aunt, her officemates and my cousin Iya to their trip to Bangkok, Thailand last March 16-20 for free! Yep, I was a free-loader the whole time! I am so thankful for the generosity of my Tita Liza. I couldn't really afford that trip with my own money, considering that I just got regularized and there are a lot of expenses at home.

This was actually my second trip to Bangkok but the experience was totally different. During our first trip, instead of Tita Liza's officemates, my family was with us. Instead of riding a private van and taxi, we went around Bangkok through the train this time.


The three-hour flight was worth it because of PAL's delicious dinner. What a great way to start the trip, never mind that it was delayed. haha When we arrived, the very cold weather greeted us. It was like we were in a different country, not the tropical Thailand.

I really love Thai food and how they prepare it with speed. Thinking about it now makes me really hungry.
More on my Bangkok trip soon!

Aww I want some tom yam and pad thai!

Aww I want some tom yam and pad thai!

Experiencing My Own Earthquakes

The television and networking sites have been flooded with news about the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan and along the Pacific. My prayers are with all the victims and I really hope there won't be other negative happenings anymore. A lot of people have already suffered and died.

Japan is far and the Phippines has been spared from nature's wrath, but it feels like I have been experiencing earthquakes and aftershocks in my personal life. I have to say that the world hasn't been kind to me lately. I've been showing a brave face; I don't want people to worry about me. There are more important people/things/events to worry about. I thank all my loved ones for their constant care and support. It means so much to me. It has been very hard and I'm not really sure how to deal with it or express it.

I haven't been myself in the last few days. I've been forgetful, absent-minded and withdrawn. Stress has really taken its toll and I think I'm about to crack. It's extra difficult to sleep and I drown my piling problems with food.

Most of you know me as someone who expresses her thoughts when she is happy or angry, but when it comes to sadness, I become mute. I seldom cry or express my emotion and I don't even know why. Only a few people know what I'm going through right now. Those who are clueless would not probably notice anything wrong because I don't want them to see I'm down in the mouth. I'm not really doing this on purpose; this may be just how I deal with it.

I'm honestly trying my best to be okay. I don't question God about what's happening, instead I lean on Him that He will make everything alright. I'm currently hurting but my faith is unshaken. No earthquake will ever succeed in stealing it from me.

Get Well Soon Nitro

Upon my insistence, Marvi and I visited our Pitt bull Nitro (I call him Neetro) today at the vet. He had been admitted since last Sunday because he refused to eat and he looked weak. We also noticed that his balls were enlarged. He wasn't the usual jolly dog who always howls for attention.

When I arrived, I noticed Neetro lost weight. He didn't respond right away when I called him. After seeing me, he immediately stood up and wiggled his tail. He was so happy to see me! Boyf was also able to touch him as well because he was in a different environment. Men couldn't come near Neetro when he is at home because of his guarding and territorial instincts. The vet and his assistant commented that Neetro is such a good boy despite his scary appearance! haha Aww I missed this large dog.



The veterinarian informed me that Neetro had an infection, which caused him to be weak, and his blood pressure is low. Regarding his inflamed balls, the vet said we can continue his meds and observe him at home. We just have to bring him back after a week. If there are no changes, he has to undergo tests and see if he has a tumor. We are hoping that if he does have a tumor, it will only be his balls and not on other body parts. The best solution for that is getting him neutered, which is a very common procedure.

I just hope our Neetro is okay. I think he's already eight years old but we don't want to say good bye to him yet.