#Nuffnang & Tide with Downy Bangong Padala Presents: Pag-ibig na Pangmatagalan (Long-lasting Love / Relationship)

A long and lasting love
Not many people find it
But those who do their whole life through
Put their heart and soul behind it
A long and lasting love

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Corny? Melodramatic? The quote above is part of the lyrics of the song "A Long and Lasting Love".

Don't we all seek a long-lasting relationship? We may not all be fortunate enough to find "the one" for us yet there are a lot others who found their partners for life... till death.

I know a few couples who are together for a very long time. Just recently, I witnessed a couple who celebrated their 50th anniversary! Imagine all those long years? Who wouldn't want a relationship that lasts that long or even longer?

That's everyone's heartfelt wish, don't you?


So, what's the secret to a long-lasting relationship, whether living together or a long distance? I don't claim to be the expert in this but here are my thoughts:

• Communication - I think this is the most   important key to a lasting relationship, especially for those who are in a long distance relationship. There should be constant communication between partners whatever it is that they have in mind, whether it is about what they want or of what they     don't.
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• Say "I Love You" - as often as you can but only when you truly mean it.   And when you felt it, do not hesitate to say it. Whisper 'I Love You' at bed time too!
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• Write a poem or a letter - sometimes it is better to let our   partners know   how we feel through letters, especially when we hand-write it the old fashion way. It doesn't matter how bad your writing is (like my hand-writing). Also, spelling and grammar doesn't affect the sincerity of the content of your letter. 
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• Hold hands - whether in public or in the comfort of your home, while   watching a television show. 
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• Compliment your partner - it makes him/her feel good when compliments come from you.
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• Cuddle up and kiss - either when people are looking or not.  
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• Send love text messages, share private jokes and flirt with each other.
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• Say sorry - whenever you think you've hurt your partner's feelings. 
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• Never go to bed without resolving an argument.
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• Say goodnight with a kiss.
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• Make love - need I say more?         

What else do you think are important keys in a lasting relationship?

Please watch the video below entitled:

'Pag-ibig na Pangmatagalan' 

and be inspired by 3 long-distance love stories. Don't forget to share as well.

Falling in love yet?








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#RIPDolphy | A Salute to the Philippine's King of Comedy

1928-2012

Rodolfo Vera Quizon, Sr. otherwise popularly known to Filipinos as Dolphy a.k.a. King of Comedy, at age 83, has passed away on July 10th, 2012 at 8:34pm.

His remains were brought to Heritage Memorial Park in Taguig (Philippines). Public viewing will start later as announced on the morning show Umagang Kay Ganda.

For 6 decades, Dolphy never failed to make us laugh through his television shows and movies. And for that, we truly love him. Thank you Dolphy for the smiles and laughter through the years! You will forever live in every Filipino's hearts.

My favorite Dolphy's tv show was the "Home Along The Riles".

To my fellow Filipinos, what Dolphy character/tv show was your favorite?






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Blogger #Meme: #PhotoBlog | Bermuda Race

Oh well, yeah why won't I (we) join the fun of this week's meme? After all, which blogger

This week's BC Bloggers' Meme is 'Photo Blog ("Post a photo / photos, let the readers write their own stories, interpretations, what-have-yous on the post"). Shadz of Toned Down & Vintage, the baffled member (as mentioned on the site) is our host this week.

doesn't have a collection of photos?

Images below are taken during Bermuda International Race Weekend, which is a yearly event. The main objective of this race is to get all residents of Bermuda, Bermudians or Non-Bermudians, to run together for a healthier living.

As you can see, I already had fun adding "possible lines/dialogue" of runners.

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A Heartbreaker? ...I Hope Not!

Gala day at school today which means boys have to go to school wearing green long sleeved polo and black pants. School bus just arrived when I took EJ's photo this morning. I took only one shot of his photo while shouting at the school bus, "Just a moment please!"

Maybe you'd say, ah here we go again, another overly proud parent. But I'm just mesmerized at how great my little boy looks! He's so handsome whatever he wears, smiling or not and at any angles!

Yes, I'm a proud Mom... maybe the proudest!

This one's for you, my son:

A Heartbreaker? ... I Hope Not!
Mommy's love for you EJ goes a mile longer
than anyone could love someone, ever.
Mommy is proud that you are taken from my womb
I'd carry you in my arms until I have to rest in my tomb.

I love you son with all my heart
that it hurts each time we have to part.
You know that I'd do just anything for you
even if I have to walk on fire for you.

You compliment me as the best Mom ever.
I wish I could live longer or even forever.
So that I could really be the best Mom for you
with all the time in the world to accomplish things for you.

Who could ask for anything else on this earth
when I have you my son here in my heart?
What else can I do to be a better Mom
or as you sometimes jokingly say you have the best Mom?

I could never be a perfect mother
or the greatest mother of all.
But I wish, my son that you'd find to forgive me
for all my shortcomings and for everything I couldn't be.

My only wish is for you to grow up
not only as a handsome man.
But also as a man of honor and a real gentleman
never break my heart or of any woman.

Your Mommy,

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Blogger #Meme: Count Your Blessings!

Count your blessings instead of your crosses;
Count your gains instead of your losses.
Count your joys instead of your woes;
Count your friends instead of your foes.
Count your smiles instead of your tears;
Count your courage instead of your fears.
Count your full years instead of your lean;
Count your kind deeds instead of your mean.
Count your health instead of your wealth;
Count on God instead of yourself.

- Author Unknown

My top five blessings are:

• My son's hugs, kisses and telling me that I'm the best Mom!
• My sisters who understand and love me.
• My mother who loves me and my sisters unconditionally. 
• Having my beagle pup, Waggy, plus additional pet, Gwenndolyn, Siamese kitten.
• Bonding with new and old friends.

There's more blessings that I can think of. In fact, they are countless! Now, what more can I ask for when blessings never cease to come my way?

This one's my poetry:

Each morning that we wake up is a blessing itself;
Yet, countless blessings come our way unnoticed.
Be still and look at the sunrise, butterflies, flowers or bees;
Close your eyes and listen as the birds chirp or feel the breeze.

Why worry at all about little things?
Why not be grateful for what life brings?
Wouldn't it be better to live by counting your blessings?
Or would you rather live a miserable life without happy endings?

Smile and make someone else happy.
Count your blessings and be snappy!
Help someone else and be the blessing
to everyone around you while you dance and sing!

- Divalicious Pinoy Mom

Do you count your blessings? I would love to hear what they are because it is an honor and a blessing for me to know your blessings.

Daddy Yashiro of Yashirokuru is this week's host of BC Bloggers' Meme. So please drop by at his site to get to know him.

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