Not everyone has a chance to experience quality family time in the midst of this scary pandemic. I guess I have to sincerely savor every minute I am in this moment for those who’ve been missing it and wanting to be in my place.“I don’t think I can still eat dinner. These pancakes are so fluffy and I had three,” I said.“Just walk around and soon you’ll burp. After that, you’ll feel hungry again,” Bobby said.“Yes, you need to make room for dinner. We’ll have barbeque featuring my special marinade,” Auntie Blessy said.“I should’ve taken a nap this afternoon so I could skip these pancakes and eat a lot later,” I said.“It’s useless. Once you’ve tasted your Auntie Blessy’s barbeque, you will surely ask for more whether you still have space in your stomach or none,” Uncle Rex said complimenting his wife’s signature marinade.“How long have you been married?” I asked.“Good question. Dear, what do tell anyone who asks?” Auntie Blessy said.“We’ve been married in civil for thirty yea

The cable program started with a live quick recap of previous featured young corporates then proceeded with the recorded profile discussion of the latest featured young corporates. They featured Quim and Bobby side by side as if they were opponents in a boxing match. It’s a good thing that in boxing, the winner is determined by scoring or by knock outs, and not by feelings or whoever is nicer. They’re big boys so I just let them play.“Gentlemen, I don’t need to ask but your credentials tell us that you have known in each other from way back,” the host started.He’s correct. Quim and Bobby have almost similar credentials except that Bobby has other fields where he excels while Quim focuses more in developing new software where he is really good.“From schools to sports, you’re almost the same. Was there some kind of a competition while growing up?” the host added.“He’s my boss so if there was any competition, he surely was the winner,” Bobby said wittingly.“I don’t play any sports

Auntie Blessy, as always, treats me with special attention every time I come to visit their house and I am doing it weekly. I guess I could say that she really likes me for his son. “I couldn’t believe when I heard it from Bobby. I was excited and even more excited now that you are here and I can hear it from you,” she said to me.“Mom, please,” Bobby said.“What did Bobby tell you exactly?” I asked.“What else but you’re dating. Is that true?” she said.“Yes but it’s the kind of dating that is still more of courtship. We are still in the getting-to-know-you stage. IWe are not dating as in dating,” I said.She looks at me as if analyzing me. For the first time, I feel a little uneasy in front of her. I thought I offended her with my explanation.“You’re exactly Bobby’s type,” she said with a big smile on her face. I realized Bobby took that smile from her.“I’m not sure what he wants exactly,” I said. “My Bobby loves courtship. He’s an old school suitor. He loves walking h

I can’t sleep. Quim’s strong words still affect me. How could he say such mean words to me? He said I was playing on his feelings but I wasn’t. It was truly an honest mistake that turned stupid.Thankfully, Bobby is here. He’s always on the rescue. He exerts effort to make me feel special. Ironically, when I wanted to return the favor by complimenting him, that mistake happened.“I’ll have a video call meeting with Rocio tomorrow morning. We’ll discuss the content of the article. It should be very quick,” he said.I pretend not to know about it beforehand. “That’s good that they also give you time and not just the cover boy,” I said.I can hear him laugh on the other line.“Why? I asked.“You’re really competitive. We are already dating. You can say his name any time without penalty,” he said.“It’s fine. I don’t want to say his name anyway,” I said.“Did something happen between the two of you recently?” he asked.I was taken a back. My foolishness is on high alert today.

It was another fun-filled day with my Bobby's family. This time, I came back to my parent’s house with a new relationship status with this guy who is so happy and proud to be with me.“I prefer that you meet them properly next week,” I told Bobby about meeting my parents.“I agree. Let’s not shock them today,” he said.To be honest, it’s not really a big deal if I introduce him to them tonight. I’m of legal age and even if I am unemployed, I am not completely hopeless. However, part of me isn’t ready yet. I don’t know why but I just know tonight isn’t the right time.“Thank you for understanding. I’ll condition their minds first,” I said.“I want to meet your sister too,” he said.“Of course. I’ll let you meet her and her family as well,” I said.“Wow! I’m getting more family,” he said like we were already getting married.“So, next week again?” I said.“Can we see each other at least twice a week?” he asked.“That could be arranged,” I said.He smiled at me. This time, it’s mo