Numero 26

So, last Saturday (all the way through Sunday) was yet another one of those days they call "Birthday" came and went rather too fast and it was the 26th time. Started off with lunch with my friend MikEy, who went out the night before, and I dragged him out of bed buzzed and still sleepy - I felt sorry for him, though. We planned to hit TODAI (a sushi bar/buffet in Fairfax- they have excellent food!), but surprisingly they were closed during a certain hours - I suppose they have to cook something for people to enjoy, right? So, MikEy decided to take me to Tau Tau (his favorite Chinese restaurant) up in Springfield--it was nice! (Thanks, MikEy!) I agree - leftovers are just awesome!

Then, I went straight to Texas de Brazil where I met my family for dinner, considering I just had lunch within few minutes. Didnt' have much because of what I had at Tau Tau. It was very good though, nevertheless. Good looking servers - Oh My Gawd! A server came with his meat and I wanted to try it out so bad -- filet mignon! Mmm...good! He looked gorgeous himself, and I'm like... Umm... *picks up drink and sips*... LOL...Then, my BFF, another friend of mine, and myself went to TOWN and had drinks and danced for a little bit. At some point that night something went terribly wrong so...yea! You know what happens when things go wrong between the club and you, right? Yea, hit the road! However, we ended up staying through 3:30 am (I think) and we headed home.

Yesterday Mom cooked for my birthday - the Filipino way! (And, yes, it is a tradition!) and boi, it was really good! In fact, I had a doggy bag with me on the way home. Mom is the greatest and was excited to see me and I felt she didn't want me to leave. I must say I miss her, too, very much!!! I don't get to see her that often because of our schedules. She went out of her way to welcome me back at home just for a little while.

So, today, still birthday celebration - at work this time! We had cake at the office (Yes, that's a tradition, too!) and this Wednesday my colleagues and I will be goin gout for dinner after class. W0ot w0ot! My God, I need to seriously work out after all these good stuff...LOL...But, in truth though, I really need to work out more now, not just because of that, but to stay on track with my goal -- to be somewhat toned. And, I know it would take years to get there...but I must remain focused! Today is my new year so I'll say it again "I'm going back to the gym!" (I think I've said that too many times already this year!)

Thanks all for the lovely wishes and company -- it meant a lot!

Have a great week everyone!

d-Jae