I was in such a great mood to edit since last night that I have been so inspired to do all these….

(Above photo by Mahryska, editing by Maeyo)

The rest of the photos are taken & edited by me. :) weeeee!

The bride was so beautiful!

Even though, I was sick… I totally enjoyed it coz it was my first Hindu Wedding coverage… and the setting was so romantic, so intimate and simply beautiful people!

After the great news that hubby’s brother has a good job in a good company, hubby set aside last Saturday as our Full-Day-Date.  He treated me to some yummy breakfast at Coco’s at Sheikh Zayed.  It one of the 1st few places where we had our initial dates.  I so missed the pancakes there! YUMMY!!!

Then, we roamed around City Centre (nagpababa ng kinain..heavy kc yung breakfast eh).  I haven’t been there for a while na.  A very relaxed weekend.

Afterwards, he treated me & my parents to an amazing “All you can eat Seafood” at Fareast Restaurant - Regent Hotel.  Grave!!! Super busog! Yum yum sobra ng food.  It was just Dhs.99 per head.  Sulit!!!

I think this is our way of Regression.  Thanks Liv for the idea!

Tagged by Katrina

• YOUR ROCK STAR NAME: (first pet & current car) reagan io

• YOUR GANGSTA NAME: (fave ice cream flavor, favorite cookie) Jamoca Almond Fudge choc chip

• YOUR “FLY Guy/Girl” NAME: (first initial of first name, first three letters of your last name) M.Ram

• YOUR DETECTIVE NAME: (favorite color, favorite animal) Green Dog

• YOUR SOAP OPERA NAME: (middle name, city where you were born) Bagadiong Pasig

• YOUR STAR WARS NAME: (the first 3 letters of your last name, first 2 letters of your first) Ram Ma

• SUPERHERO NAME (”The” + 2nd favorite color, favorite drink) The Blue Watermelon

• NASCAR NAME: (the first names of your grandfathers) Dominador Guillermo

• STRIPPER NAME: (the name of your favorite perfume/cologne/scent, favorite candy) L’eau par Ferrero

• WITNESS PROTECTION NAME: (mother’s & father’s middle names) Perez Siruma

• TV WEATHER ANCHOR NAME: (Your 5th grade teacher’s last name, a major city that starts with the same letter) Galido G?
  

• SPY NAME/BOND GIRL: (your favorite season/holiday, flowers) Autumn Hydrangea
  

• CARTOON NAME: (favorite fruit, article of clothing you’re wearing right now + “ie” or “y”) Mango dressy

• HIPPY NAME: (What you ate for breakfast, your favorite tree) Soy Boy Fire

• YOUR ROCKSTAR ENTOURAGE NAME: (”The” + Your fave hobby/craft, fave weather element + “Tour”) The Photographing Rain Tour

• YOUR PORN NAME: (First Pet + Name of street you grew up on) Reagan Jasmine

am not tagging anyone… if you want to..then try it! :)

If only… we could just hug people today

If only… we could let go of our own inhibitions.

If only… we let go of our judgemental attitudes.

If only… we accept people for everything they are.

Wouldn’t the world be a much better place?

SPREAD THE LOVE.  HUG someone today!

That hug could help someone more than any advice you give. 

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I have been told by many (hubby, Bes, Mami, Ate Reg, Mom’s friends, Ninangs, friends)… actually everybody… to TAKE IT EASY. Kanina, si Bes ni-remind na naman ako to take it easy and rest dahil baka preggy na raw ako and masyado kong pinapagod sarili ko. Hubby constantly tells me off din about relaxing & resting. Napaka-addict ko kasi mag-multi-task na I realized that I am unable to “do nothing at all”. I can’s simply be idle. If I don’t move, my mind will keep on running and then bother me to do something about those thoughts. Sheesh! No wonder, I feel even more tired on weekends coz I can think of a hundred and one things to do with my day. So instead of taking a much needed rest… I am stretched so thin. Sigh.

Actually, yesterday was a perfect example. I took a day off from work to be a photographer at WW’s first Hindu wedding. It just so happened that I have been having a sore throat for 3 days and it only became a full blown cough, colds & slight fever Wednesday evening till Thursday. I had some sermon for brunch because I will be working while sick. hihihi… Anyway, kaya ko naman. It wasn’t so bad. It wasn’t as bad as I normally get the flu. I was actually glad I came kasi it was such an ideal, intimate and romantic wedding. I will talk more about it when I have pics to share. I headed off soon as the event closed at half passed 11pm! I was so ready to crash into bed!!! I think the work did me good coz I perspired quite a bit which I think removed the toxic sickness off me. The only thing that worried hubby was when he spoke to me on my way home, my voice was hoarse… It was only when I was in bed soon as I got home that the coughing persisted. Thank God it didn’t while I was at the wedding. (I had loads of watermelon juice at the wedding. It was perfect. It eased my throat & fixed my thirst. The orange juice made my throat more itchy so I just loaded up on watermelon juice instead even today.)

I was searching for a “take it easy” photo and Google led me to this.

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HOW TO RELAX

Stress has negative consequences to both your health and your relationships. The way to stay healthy and happy is to learn how to relax.

Steps

1. Make healthy food choices. Sugar and caffeine are your enemies, as they both cause severe ups and downs, upsetting your body’s ability to regulate energy. Instead of sugary, carbohydrate loaded snacks (like cookies (sugar-free) or granola bars), eat fresh fruits and whole grain breads or crackers (sugar-free). Make sure you get plenty of protein, like that found in chicken, lean beef, whole grains, and low-fat dairy.
2. Find a quiet place when you are feeling overwhelmed. Even the stall of a bathroom will work if you have no other place to go.
3. Close your eyes and picture your own personal paradise. Put yourself there and imagine the setting. What do you see around you? Is there a breeze? What do you hear–birds? Waves? Water? Imagine yourself thoroughly enjoying every moment here in your special place.
4. Breathe. Inhale deeply, counting to five, then exhale slowly, counting to five. Do this ten times.
5. Relax in bed. Take a bath, play soft music, and lay down in bed. Read a book and clear your mind of all the stress and rush of the day.
6. Avoid people who are constantly angry or complain. Stress can be contagious, so avoid transmitters.
7. Stop engaging in behaviors that make you feel guilty. Seek help from a professional if necessary, but don’t allow destructive behavior to sabotage your life and your health. Guilt is a potent source of stress, so get rid of the source of guilt by behaving yourself.
8. Exercise every day. You don’t need to work out like a body builder or celebrity. At least twenty minutes (or more, if you like) every day of moderate activity, like walking or bike-riding, is the best known, scientifically proven way to significantly reduce stress. Walk on a treadmill every day for twenty minutes, take the stairs instead of the elevator, and park a little further away from the entrance to stores. You will be amazed at how much easier you overcome stress when you exercise regularly.
9. Learn to prioritize. Make a list of tasks you must accomplish that day. Put the most important things at the top and list every task in descending order of importance. Learn to be proactive and take care of things before they become a problem, then your time will be more productive and you will feel less stress.
10. Draw a warm bath, light candles around your tub, dim the lights, add bubbles, lavender, or just keep the water plain.
11. You can curl up on your couch with a blanket, and a good book, maybe even a cup of tea, cocoa, or coffee.
12. Do yoga; it relaxes your body, and helps clear your mind.
13. Go to your local spa for a great massage. You will feel so great afterwards.
14. Lay on your bed or sofa, have some soft music playing in the background (or nature Cd’s) and listen to ocean waves, waterfalls, or birds.
15. Go for a walk. If you live near a park with a fountain, or near a beach or lake, the calming sound of water will soothe you. Just a regular walk will also relax you.
16. If you can, go swimming, either at your local pool, a friend or relatives home, or in a lake. Swimming is great for reducing stress.
17. Do the activities or hobbies that relax you (fishing, sewing, singing, painting, taking photographs), whatever it is that keeps your mind off the things that normally stress you out, or things that you just need a break from every now and then.
18. It might sound cheesy, but hang out with your pet (like your dog, cat, bird, etc). Talk to your pet about all the stress and anxiety you’ve been going through and you’ll feel a lot better. Or just cuddle or play with your pet. They’ll love it and so will you

Tips

• Drink tea instead of coffee.
• Smile and laugh. Laughing releases endorphins, which fight stress, help you relax, and remind you that life is about more than work. Make it a point to smile more, even if it feels strange at first.
• When you first start cutting sugar from your diet you will crave it terribly. Be strong! After a couple of days the cravings will subside and you will notice (already) how much better you feel.
• Take a multi-vitamin; some vitamins help relieve stress.
• Lower your shoulders to help relax

Warnings

• Avoid toxic people! People who try to guilt you into doing things, or tell you you’re not good enough, are people you should spend minimal time with (yes, even if they are family). Your life and health are YOUR responsibility.
• If stress is causing serious problems such as headaches or other symptoms, seek help from a doctor.
• Millions of people become unknowingly addicted to drugs and alcohol during times of severe stress. Be the strong person that you are and do not let this happen. One of the hardest parts of dealing with stress is recognizing and avoiding temptation.