Happy to be with you at 24 and Forever

 There were times in my life when my birthday didn't sound much like a birthday but rather another day where I turned a year older. These were the times I was away from my family and loved ones, left all alone to myself. It is true that life is too short for you not to celebrate even one of your birthdays. Although these days are behind me now, I still regret that I did not enjoy them to the fullest but past is past so I'm looking forward to celebrate every single one of my remaining birthdays, with you.

Last January 15, 2012 was my 24th Birthday and how a wonderful day it was thanks to my beloved Kaye Panizales. It was one of the best birthdays I've had and will never forget. She surprised me with everything that I ever wanted to do on a birthday. I couldn't have asked for more, her love for me was the greatest gift of all. Here's a story of what really happened that day...

First part of the day I was all by myself because she had to go on duty. I spent my morning playing the computer and fixing my room which I haven't done in weeks. I was excited of what would happen later and felt uneasy not knowing what to do while waiting for a special evening ahead. I tried to sleep but I couldn't, played games on my PC but I wouldn't. It was a very long time waiting but it was all worth it in the end.

I didn't know where we were going or what we are going to do, I just left it for Kaye to surprise me. After her duty, I came to see her and the first surprise came - a letter. The letter was the appetizer as it made my heart melt and yearning for more surprises to come. The letter she wrote as always tells me how much she loves me and I really love knowing it every time, makes me secure but of course who wouldn't like to know that the person they're with loves them - every single day until the end of time.

The next thing she told me was the main event of the evening and it came through a whisper. She said "Pardon me for my gift to you on your 24th Birthday, it's very simple - not extravagant or anything grand, just a simple get together. We're going to eat dinner somewhere we have not eaten yet - Steps of Rome in Plazuela, Diversion Road, Iloilo City. Then after that we're going to watch a movie of your choice." For some it may not be something but for me it was everything I was looking for in a Birthday. A simple dinner, and a thing we used to do all the time back when we were not as busy with work - watching movies in the theaters.It was a surprise to me and I smiled my heart out knowing that she had all of this planned for me because I usually decide where we go on a date unless she has her suggestions.

When we arrived in Steps of Rome, it was a surprise for us as they had an eat all you can buffet for the night. We first took a look at the menu to see if something interesting comes up. We thought that if we chose the buffet, we will have a lot of food choices compared to a la carte servings. The food there was great and we had a nice time doing the thing we love the most to do together - EATING!

Next stop was watching a movie and SM Cinema lined up a lot of good movies. She said we could watch two movies but too bad we arrived late. I wanted to watch Sherlock and Ghost Protocol but the first one already started and Ghost Protocol seemed to be a good movie. We watched Ghost Protocol starring Tom Cruise. I was surprised that Ghost Protocol now included a lot of comedy scenes, well that's better than not laughing at all in a movie. Same old Mission Impossible movie, a lot of twists under a lot of twists but the thing was I enjoyed the movie and enjoyed it with Kaye - now that was the most important part.

The day came to an end and it came to a beautiful ending, a birthday worth remembering. Thank you baby for the wonderful day and the love you show and give me everyday - I feel so loved that I could not ask for more. As corny as this may sound but it goes true to me - you COMPLETE me.

I also like to thank God, for without him - everything would not exist. To my mother and father, for being the best parents to me and my siblings. Thank you for making me the man that I am now. I could never repay what you've done for me but I will do my best to take care of you both when the time comes. Thank you to Kaye's mom and father for cooking me a delightful and delicious spaghetti with matching cake! Thank you to all who greeted me in texts and on my Facebook account, knowing how many people greeted just added toppings to my already great birthday.

Teacher Lina, me, my dad

Mom and me

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