It has been 14 days since the year has ended yet I still cannot get the hang of it.
2013 had truly been a fair year for me. I had a fair share of highs and lows yet it had given me so much realizations, experiences to remember.
As I face 2014, I would like to share my 13 best highlights of 2013.
1. From Brand Assistant to Brand Officer
Yes, after two years and 10 months of working as Brand Assistant, I was promoted as Brand Officer for Skincare in my workplace. I must say this is one of the best highlights of 2013 because I was able to step one notch higher in my professional career. Thank you for the trust and confidence that my upper management has with me. A pat on my back for a job well done. :)
2. Meeting my ULTIMATE Crush, The PBA Prince himself, Vince Hizon
What can I say? I could not believe that our paths will cross in the workplace. Well, working for marketing events industry gave me the chance to meet Sir Vince in an unexpected situation at the golf event of La Salle Greenhills Alumni Association. From a basketball star to a golfer. He's a real athlete, indeed.
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| The author and the PBA Prince, Vince Hizon |
3. Visiting the beautiful province of Bohol
Apart from meeting different people in the workplace, I was fortunate to be chosen to travel Cebu and Bohol for the year. But my visit in Bohol is very special to me since it is my first time to see and tour the province where my father's family roots are. I have a separate blog of my unforgettable Bohol visit. :)
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| Beautiful Bohol |
4. Celebrating my 29th birthday twice
I felt really loved when I celebrated my last birthday. I went out with my sister at Makiling Botanical Gardens in Los Banos, Laguna the day of my birthday. A great stress reliever seeing those green lushes and tall trees abound. At night, we had our family dinner at Shakey's, our fave restaurant. Last June 23, I celebrated my birthday with my family at work where I spent my overnight stay at Island Cove in Kawit, Cavite. The best highlight of my birthday, I was able to experience playing paintball where I felt the real action. :)
5. Becoming the wedding coordinator
I never thought of becoming one until, a high school friend asked me to become one. I was able to pull off a good show last October 19, 2013 for Badulis-Manaig Nuptial in Los Banos, Laguna. I felt mixed emotions before, during and after the event. It was a totally great experience for me. Something to be proud of.
6. Seeing the famous sunset of Manila Bay
Wow, such an accomplishment. I am a proud Filipino and I don't want to miss the beautiful sunset of Manila Bay despite the pollution.
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| Famous sunset of Manila Bay |
7. Doing Visita Iglesia alone
Yes, I did it in my former hometown, Makati City. I did a separate blog of this memorable event that I had.
8. Witnessing the Enchanting Lights and Sounds Christmas presentation at Ayala Triangle
It has been 8 years since I work in Makati, but it was only this year that I was able to see the enchanting Lights and Sounds performance at Ayala Triangle. The 30-minute presentation of colorful lights delighted my Christmas this year. Great!
9. Loving Caleruega
My first visit in Caleruega Church (The Transformation Chapel) gave me a solemn refuge as I describe it.
10. Catching up with my high school and college friends
It is always included in my life's highlight whenever I see my friends in high school and college. They are my angels, my precious gems, my life. :)
11. Dining out at some known and unknown restos:
2013 gave me so much dining experiences I couldn't forget at the following: Banapple, Mom's & Tina's, Sci-Fi Cafe, Poco Deli, Cafe Juanita, Mary Grace Cafe, Vanilla Cupcakes, Bonito's Bar and Restaurant. Trying out different food enabled me to appreciate food and travel but it gave me a hard time losing some gained pounds. hahaha
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| Just a few of dining out places I've been to |
12. Creating a blog
Yes, it was a dream come true to have my own blog. Although, I was not able to update it as often, I will ensure that this 2014, I will be more eager to write events, adventures and other worthy written stories to share, making this blog worth to be visited. :)
13. Re-inventing myself
Well, I was a simple lady with simple hopes in life. This year, I tried to be a lady-like of sort, wearing dresses at work, pampering myself at spa and salon, putting some color on my skin (make-up) something I never done before.
Whew, it was a sigh of relief to share the best of my 2013 and I am thankful for these memories.
Cheers to another year and looking forward to more unforgettable recollections to be written soon.
TouRIZta :)
