I'm not lazy... just a little busy

I know, I know... I haven't been blogging much--not since I move anyway. I'm still trying to get used to the new setup I guess. I'm still trying to get used to the new time I need to be up and stuff too. My travel time is now 1hr, and that's still pretty tight. There's too little time for error, and very little I can do to make up for lost time once I lose it. Unlike before where I can easily hail a cab, and reduce my travel time by almost half, now if I take a cab I actually increase my travel time. Still I'm not complaining. Everything's new and I love the feeling of trying things out for the first time. The sense of exploration is makes each day interesting.

Speaking of new things, something big is about to happen to our family. My little brother is getting married. Yes, you read that right, my little brother. I don't care that he's getting married ahead of me. Anyway, he's not so little anymore of course, he's turning 26 at the end of the month. And guess what? He's getting married on the 26th! Hehe... corny I know, and it really has nothing to do with that.

Yeah, that's them. Aren't they sweet?

It's exciting, yet a little bit disconcerting as well. Sure we love Minette (that's my soon to be sister-in-law's name), and she's been part of the family for almost 9 years now-- well less than that really, since she's rather shy, and it took her a while to warm up to us, but that's how long they've been together (and how long I've known her add a couple of years or so). Still there's bound to be a lot of changes--one which is the roommate I'm losing. I've shared a room with my brother for as long as I could remember. Heck, we shared a double deck bed when we were kids, and when it wasn't safe for me to be on the top bunk anymore (not safe for him hehe...), we still used the same beds (disassembled of course). We've moved houses more times that I care to remember, but we always shared the same room. Not that he's going far away though, he'll be at the room across the hall in a couple of weeks. It's still a welcome change after all. Much much better than if he suddenly lives miles away.

I'm not really in-charge of any parts of the wedding so that's good. We have yet to finalize plans for his bachelor party though. We're thinking of a nice cozy place good for perhaps 1o maybe 15 people. Not necessarily cheap, but nothing expensive either. Some place where we can maybe drink a few rounds, sing a few songs, maybe play poker or something. Right now, I'm eyeing Red Box, but I'm still looking for a cheaper place--I'd appreciate any suggestion you might have. Also, since we're at it, perhaps you can suggest a nice package for his honeymoon as well. He wants to go to Hongkong. He hasn't found the perfect date yet (as in cheap flights, inexpensive accomodations) nor tour package. If you know anything about this kinds of stuff, if you own a travel agency and think you can help--please, don't hesitate to drum up a little business for yourself.

Anyhow, I might not be back in full swing bloggingwise until after the wedding I suppose--that's a couple of weeks from now. I'm still almost always online though, so feel free to shoot me a message or something. Thanks for reading this, have a good week you all!

PS Another thing that's keeping me rather occupied is the impending start of the NBA season. I play fantasy basketball you see, and we do the draft around this time of the year. By the way, if you play too, me and JC are starting an auction roto league, shoot me an email if you want to join us (or want to know more).

Photohunt: Colorful (Edong and Kit's Wedding)

I attended a friend's wedding about a month and a half ago, and I must say, theirs was rather unique but not in a strange way. I would use the term colorful to describe them.

You can tell right away how colorful they are by the centerpiece they chose for each table.

This actually served as an appetizer as well. Excellent choice of fruits too... I particularly enjoyed the sweet tamarind. The dishes were colorful too!

Smoked Salmon and Grilled Tiger Prawns served with Mesclun Greens and Sesame Aioli

They even threw in something with an earthy color.

Black Bean Soup with Tortilla Strips, Crushed Black Pepper and Sour Cream

I loved this!

Caramelized Gindara Fillet on Sweet Potato Ragout, Ginger Pakchoy and Sesame Mirin Sauce

A little sherbet to wash the taste of fish away.

Calamansi Sorbet

And the main dish...

Australian Tenderloin, Potato Crush with Herbs and Olive Oil, Green Asparagus, Baked Pumpkin and Broccoli

The perfect end to a perfect meal...

Banana Crumble with Stewed Fruits

I'd have to say that none of these delights were as colorful as the couple themselves. They were able to stamp their personality throughout the wedding celebration from the photo board that welcomed the guests at the function room lobby to their favorite 80's songs playing in the background during dinner.

Is that a cool photo board or is that cool? (I'm merely trying to model the board hehe...)

A photo that shows just how colorful the newly weds are...

Here, Kit laughs as she reveals the secret to her light-footed gaiety: sneakers.

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