Friends make up happy thoughts!

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Happy thoughts naman muna. Ayoko na’ng mandilim ang paningin ko, hehe. No to negativity dapat diba? Breathe in, breathe out. The power of blogging manifested itself in how that entry quickly reached the head of Globe’s customer service and how my request is being acted on. BUT let’s park that first. Let me tell you now about the other great power of blogging — the wonderful friendships that are nurtured.

The Berks Go For a Walk. Pic by Dr. Emer.
Last night, I met up with several Blogging Berks (from left to right): Tito Rolly, Watson, Guest of Honor Lara, Ajay and Mari. Not in the pic are Dr. Emer (who took this pic) and Apol (who had not arrived yet at this time).

More pics and stories after the jump.

These people are no longer just bloggers to me. They are my dear friends and my family online. Last night was more than just an EB. It was an intimate dinner with wonderful people close to my heart.

Waiting for our Food Sarap naman ng tawa! Pretty Diva Ajay Taga-Sandok Toni's Tofu Sisig Sarap! Fish fillet in coconut milk
We met for dinner at Mannang’s, a restaurant that served Filipino dishes. Their Sinigang na Corned Beef was so delicious! That was the most memorable dish of the night. Food or no food though, the stories went rond and round and so did the laughter. This was my first time to meet Watson in person. He’s such a jolly fellow and wonderful to talk to. We also discovered our offices are pretty near each other. A-ha! After dinner, we all trooped to Starbucks for coffee and tea. I met Apol for the first time last night, too. He’s an intense man, one who looks like he’s always brewing with ideas.

If I were to associate one word for each Berk I met last night, it would be the following: Tito Rolly – Clown. Apol – Intense. Lara – Quirky. Mari – Model. Ajay – Diva. Dr. Emer – Fatherly. Nick – Jolly.

Pera Niyo, Palaguin Niyo! :) I see Belgian chocolates!
I highly enjoyed the evening and am looking forward to our next get-together. We are planning one for July because Sachiko’s coming for a visit. Yey! More happy thoughts coming my way. I’m excited!
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu, and I've been blogging at at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.

0 comment on Friends make up happy thoughts!

  1. celiaK
    May 23, 2007 at 7:06 pm (17 years ago)

    So so glad to know that you had a fun EB !!
    Inggit ako kay Lara, she got to meet you all. 😉

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  2. watson
    May 23, 2007 at 7:10 pm (17 years ago)

    CeliaK! akala ko nasa EB ka rin last night! Hahaha.

    Toni, ako si JolliNick? Hehe. It was also wonderful seeing all of you there. Hope to see you all again!

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  3. ate sienna
    May 23, 2007 at 9:22 pm (17 years ago)

    waaaaahhhh.. inggit ako!!!!!!! but you are so right, toni, online-family talaga :) just the thought touches the heart so great.

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  4. rach
    May 23, 2007 at 9:35 pm (17 years ago)

    How nice that you all had a wonderful get together. Good food and great company make a perfect combination.

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  5. BongK
    May 23, 2007 at 9:52 pm (17 years ago)

    great to see you get together again, you all look soo sooo soooo gooood.. sayang at wala ako huhuhuhuhu :-)

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  6. rolly
    May 23, 2007 at 10:31 pm (17 years ago)

    ulitin kagad natin. sarap kumain pag gusto mo mga kasama mo. the discussion is always fun fun fun!

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  7. pinayhekmi
    May 23, 2007 at 11:19 pm (17 years ago)

    OMG, I love your hair and I love your top!

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  8. Emer
    May 24, 2007 at 1:35 am (17 years ago)

    See you all again when Sachiko-san planes in!

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  9. mari
    May 24, 2007 at 5:37 am (17 years ago)

    kada ganitong get together, puro laughing trip sa true lang :)

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  10. ladycess
    May 24, 2007 at 6:51 am (17 years ago)

    After all youve been through wtihGlobe, you really deserve this :) glad to see you and your friends enjoying your get-together.

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  11. sachiko
    May 24, 2007 at 7:55 am (17 years ago)

    i did wrote a post at berks cafe that i fell in love with the outfit (esp.the red blouse) you were wearing when you won the blog award but this green one looks good on you,too!

    nice pics toni! yumyum!

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  12. sachiko
    May 24, 2007 at 7:56 am (17 years ago)

    whered my comment go?

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  13. sachiko
    May 24, 2007 at 7:58 am (17 years ago)

    ok,sheesh..part 2 😛

    I did wrote at the berks that i fell in love with the outfit (esp.the red blouse) that you were wearing when you won the blog award but this green one looks so good on you too!

    nice pics toni,yumyum!

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  14. ajay
    May 24, 2007 at 12:52 pm (17 years ago)

    So nice to see you again Toni:) Inggit sa mga sexy ng katulad niyo na naka sleeveless…i have skin irritation this summer.You looked great!

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  15. kiwipinay
    May 24, 2007 at 3:24 pm (17 years ago)

    ang galeng! great EB! great people! great food! walang tulak-kabigin.

    naiintriga ako sa sinigang na corned beef kasi corned silverside ulam ko ngayon. 😀

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  16. Prudence
    May 26, 2007 at 12:13 pm (17 years ago)

    Wow! This is some fun EB! Nakakatuwa naman that you still get to see one another despite the busy schedules :-)

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  18. jey
    May 30, 2007 at 8:08 am (17 years ago)

    i was with lara last night. and we had fun! as in! hahaha! hope we can have coffee with her soon!

    Reply

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