WHAT IS YOUR VALENTINES GIFT... FOR ME?

 WHAT IS YOUR VALENTINES GIFT… FOR ME?

Hi, readers! How are you all? It’s been a long time since the last blog. It’s our semestral break and I am done with all the requirements I needed to submit so I finally have the time to write a new blog.

Let me tell you about my day in a summarized manner… just to make this blog a little longer to make up for the lost time. CHAROT! So, today is February 6, Sunday. I attended the 7:00 AM mass. After that, there was a little activity for Leni Robredo organized by TLR – Minalin. Then, I went home. I spent my time on Tiktok, sometimes I check my other social media apps, and reread Against the Heart by Jonaxx. Oh, it made me cry again. It’s now 6:30 PM and I finally decided to write the blog that I have in mind for the past few days. This idea needs to be written to serve as my Valentines entry blog.

Since it’s February, and we celebrate Valentine’s Day during this month so I decided to write a blog where I’ll get to know what my friends would give me on Valentines. This is just a question, I am not expecting any gift from them! Mga kuripot ‘yan. HAHAHA When I was still in a relationship, I always receive something that I love like books, clothes, handwritten letters, and foods. Those were the ideas of my past partner as a gift for me. Right now, obviously, I am single so I got curious what would be the ideas of my friends for a Valentines gift that they would give me.

I haven’t asked them yet but I’ll do it right now. I’ll continue writing this draft once they answered me. Get back to you soon. Bye!

Good morning! Today is already February 11, eight o’clock in the morning. I’m back and I have their answers with me.

Seeing their ideas for a Valentines gift for me gave me mixed emotions because most of them are so sweet and touching and the rest are funny and crazy! So when I asked them, I gave them a format, it’s like this:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

Now, let us proceed. You can judge who the best Valentines gift giver is. HAHAHA

ANGEL:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

DonBelle Pillow

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“On Valentine’s Day, I’m confident this gift would make your heart flutter. We all know that you are a fan of DonBelle, so I chose to give you a DonBelle pillow. I’m sure you’ll cherish this as much as you cherished your idols. This pillow will undoubtedly make you smile and provide you with a pleasant dream. Everyday will be memorable because through this pillow, you’re with Donny and Belle! I hope that you will also find this pillow as a source of comfort in time of stress. The DonBelle stuff are also plenty, but I chose to offer you a pillow because I want to reassure you that like a pillow, I’ll always be on your side.”

Oh, ‘di ba? May nanalo na? Kaya niyo ‘yan? HAHAHA. We can’t deny it, the first one is so good! Let’s move on to the next one.

BEA:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Pageant Heels 

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Kung may budget lang ako, I would give you pageant heels. Kasi seeing your friends enjoying the things they love to do, sobrang saya sa part ko. Alam kong masaya ka joining pageants and mas masaya ako kung maging parte ako noon kahit once, sa pagsuot mo man lang ng heels na ibibigay ko.”

I don’t know with Bea why the picture of the heels she sent was so high! For sure tapilok ang abot ko dyan. But anyway, it’s the thought that counts. Her purpose on giving me pageant heels is what every friend dreams to have in a friendship – support.

LICEL:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Handmade Flowers 

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Ano.. ‘yung handmade na sunflower and tulips. Hahahahahaha kasi gustong gusto ko ‘yang dalawa, e. Parang kung ano ‘yung gusto ko, gusto kong i-share sa’yo hahahaha. Sini-symbolize daw nila ‘yung love. E I love you kasi, e. Hahahaha.”

Puro siya tawa. I know. And, LJ, hindi nalang ako mag-talk kung anong ginawa mo after you sent me your answers. HAHAHA Sana all!

ISAY:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Jotdog with Jotlog

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

        

3.      Simple explanation why.

“’Coz why not? Perfect combination to eat especially when you’re single on Valentines. Samahan mo pa ng garlic fried rice. Oh pak! Jotsilog! Tapos while watching Netflix.”

This is disaster! HAHAHA I love food but… if hotdog and eggs are arranged this way… no, thank you! Inosente tayo dito and let it stay that way!

KAVIN:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Necklace

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

“It’s too much to ask!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA”

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Para mas mayakit ya ing posture mu hahahahaha ‘diba kapag maka-necklace mas feeling mo lagi kang makaba batal HAHAHAHAHAHA” [Para mas makita ang posture mo hahahahaha ‘diba kapag naka necklace mas feeling mo laging mahaba ang leeg mo HAHAHAHAHAHA]

Is his explanation true? I’m not convinced! HAHAHA He didn’t send a picture but the mere fact that he participated and answered my question, I could not ask for more! HAHAHA

LYKA:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

DonBelle Merch

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

         

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Syempre ano pa ba? DonBelle merch HAHAHA. Alam mo na, babe, kung bakit huhu ikaw nalang mag-explain sa kanila hahaha. Pero yeah, layag DonBelle!!”

Binigyan mo pa ako ng dagdag trabaho! Dapat in-explain mo na! Akin pa ba ‘yon? HAHAHA love you.

AARON:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

“Siguro, damit.” 

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

“Wala ako mahanap e, siguro katulad ng sinuot mo nung b-day ni Ralph.”

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Maganda kasi iregalo ‘yung damit in general, kasi always na may paggagamitan ka, kaysa naman sa bagay na hindi ako sure na magagamit mo. Practical, simple at functional, kaya ‘yun napili ko.”

Okay, sige. Since he didn’t send a picture, I’ll just insert a picture of what he is talking about. My outfit on Ralph’s birthday:

I’ve got no solo picture, though. So, flex ko nalang din mga friends ko. EMZ and yes, I'm so cold!

JESSICA:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Handmade Letter and Books

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“I would give you a handmade letter & books about self-love and healing since that day is all about love. Love comes in many shapes & forms and Valentines aren’t just for couples, families, and friends but also for ourselves. So, I want to give you that kind of books and a letter to remind yourself that sometimes it is not selfish to put yourself first before others, to keep at least 25% to yourself and not to give all of you to others.”

She’s the sweetest! Fun fact, we just met each other on our stan account for DonBelle. We talked for how many months without knowing each other’s identity. But now, we became friends outside of the fandom. It’s like we know one another for years.

JASMIN:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Bag or Clothes

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

 

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Kasi mahilig kang mag-porma.”

Jasmin is a woman of many words. HAHAHA choz

ANGELYN:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

“Ring. Kung may pera y [why] not. Ala [Wala] ka jowa na magbibigay. Promise ring nalang as bestie. Odiba ang thoughtful ko!”

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

“Ikaw na hahahaha it’s too much. Sira cp q [ko] huhu.”

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Anong explanation? HAHAHAHAHAHAHA”

Walang kwentang best friend! HAHAHA CHARIZ.

JELLA:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Chocolates

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

(She didn’t sent a picture, though. Super busy ang aming businesswoman!)

3.      Simple explanation why.

“I’d like to give you a lot of chocolates if I could. I know that you don’t need chocolate anymore because you’re always energetic, I know that chocolate is not that healthy, but it always reminds me of your lovely and cheerful personality hahahahahahaha.”

Tawa ka pa, ah! HAHAHA

ELAINE:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Swimsuit

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Hahahahahahaha ayan, neyyy, sexy ka naman.”

Thank you for the compliment, Chak, but I’m not yet ready for matured roles. HAHAHA

LEE:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

“A book.”

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“You and I both share a love for books. If I’m not mistaken, it’s actually one of the things that made us closer. So, I think a book is one of the almost perfect gifts that I could ever give to you. When I give someone a book, it’s not just because of its physicality; I enjoy reading stories, so I think I would share the joy as well, by giving it to you.”

 Lee, if you can still remember, you actually given me a book already! Its title is Ground Up. I forgot the story, though, because it’s been how many years, but I will never forget how I felt when you gave me that. Love you!

CHRISTINE:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

“A flower.”

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“For me kasi every girl deserves a flower. Hindi lang kapag may okasyon or what. Some may say na very common na ‘yung flowers pero for me kasi iba pa rin talaga ang dating ng isang bulaklak. Parang reminder lang sa isang girl na isa siyang flower, everyone is fascinated by her beauty and she’s ethereal.”

Let’s buy ourselves flowers when we see each other and of course, take pictures! Alam mo na ‘yan. Sayang at nabomba ang date natin sa 14. HAHAHA

ALYANNA:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Flowers, Chocolates, Messages and Hug

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Like a flower, you always give beauty and joy in every surrounding. You are always blooming wherever the season of your life, also, you help others to bloom too in their different journey.

Chocolates because you’re so sweet, you always give sweetness in every bitter situation of my life.

Messages and hug because I love youuuuu so much! You always touch my heart and life in many different ways.”

And, I love you more! You’ll get through everything, okay? I can’t wait for the day when you can be at your happiest! HAHAHA soft hours.

SHAIRA:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

“I have a number of ideas in my head, but if I had to pick one, it would be a crown pendant necklace.”

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“I think that this necklace will look good on you. I am not actually observant of anyone’s body, but I do admire how defined you collarbones are. Also, I chose this design because, sis, we are queens!”

Short story time. When I messaged her, she asked for a deadline so I gave her until February 10. And, she was so happy dahil umabot daw siya sa deadline because she sent me her answers on February 10, 10:53 PM. At wala kayo, she even sent me the Shopee link of the necklace! So if you want it, here it is: https://shopee.ph/product/495764052/12558550584?smtt=0.345038349-1644504729.9

JAMIE:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

“Letters and make ups.”

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

“Hindi ako maka-send, ‘di ko pa alam anong brand hehehe.”

3.      Simple explanation why.

“I want to give you a handwritten letter kasi gusto kong maramdaman mo na genuine and nag-effort ako sa ginawa at sinabi ko sa’yo kasi you’re the best. Make ups kasi gusto kong kikay tayong dalawa para Pareho tayong matuto mag-make up hehe pwedeng gawing bonding.”

            Yes, let’s make it a goal this year to be good at doing our own make up!

JK:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

DonBelle Ticket

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“If I’ll give you a gift this Valentine’s Day, I’ll give you a ticket for anything just about DonBelle. In the first place, you are the one who influenced me in DonBelle. So this Valentines, I know that you don’t have a Valentine so somehow you will be ‘kilig’ just for others, not yours. Hahahaha peace!”

Is there something funny? Hindi sa pinag-o-overthink kita, pero paano kung may Valentine pala ako and you’re not just aware of it? HAHAHA CHAROT, WALA.

ATE TRIN:

1.      What gift would you give me on Valentines?

Lip Balm

2.      Send a picture. If it’s not too much to ask.

3.      Simple explanation why.

“Just like lips, when it’s dry, you need balm to heal or to keep shining. I can be your balm when you need it in your life. Love you & date soon.”

Ate Trin is the last one but definitely not the least! And yes, please. Let’s have our DonBelle date soonest!

And, before I forget, credits to all the rightful owners of the pictures they sent me.

That was it, guys! You can now choose the best Valentines gift giver. To all my friends who participated and made an effort for this blog, thank you so much! Gamit na gamit na naman kayo. XD But really, I appreciate your thoughtfulness on giving gifts that are really in line with my personality. Love y’all!

To my readers, upon writing this blog, I realized it’s too long. So by making it up to this point, thank you so much. You can try this out too with your friends. It’s fun!

Remember that no matter how broken you are, no matter how helpless and hopeless you feel, never be afraid of love. It is still the best thing we could ever experience. Let me share to you one of my favorite lines from Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning: the salvation of man is through love and in love. And I couldn’t agree more. So starting today, starting at this point, do me a favor to love yourself, before anyone else, the way you deserve to be loved, because no one can be a better teacher to others on how to love you than you yourself.

And to those who are in love right now, I am happy for all of you. It’s not just for those in a relationship, it’s also about familial loves, those friendship loves, and self-love. Oh, to be in love, right? Pero sana all may ka-date pa rin sa 14. CHAR! Kung may hahabol man, take this into mind: I’ll let you into my heart, but wipe your feet at the door. Oh ayan ah!

I’ll end this here. Spread love and keep safe! I had fun writing this. I hope you also had fun reading! ‘Til the next blog. Mwa.