a lack of manners...

This was something that happened sometime ago, but only now am I writing about it. It's really disappointing to see how some people can think so highly of themselves (yes, they may have the qualifications to back up some of their claims) but lack a grasp of basic manners. Take for example the rather simple gesture of thanking one's hosts.

It takes no more than a few seconds to say "thank you", but in neglecting to say those few words, it gives other people a negative impression which sticks with you. As the saying goes, "first impressions last", sometimes the impression we get is indeed unfair. But I guess, if you know your manners, more than likely you will make a good impression.

franny's birthday!

It was Franny's birthday a week ago, but it's only now that I actually found the time to write about it. We just had a simple get-together with friends from school and from the area. Instead of the usual Pasquale's we decided to go out at Umberto's Clam House instead. Franny had a craving for a particular meal there, so since she was the birthday girl, her wish is what she gets. hehehe =)

We had a nice turnout that night. We even had a bit of trouble cause I underestimated the number of seats we would need. It ended up we us moving our tables on our own cause the waitress didn't seem too intent in helping us solve our problem. Afterwards we headed back to our apartment and ended up playing mah-jong with those who stayed late in the evening.

Here are some pics from the dinner.

mae, karla, meg, me, franny & dianna

jonner, dom, tina, plamen & leanne

the corner where you can find Umberto's

Happy Birthday!

It's the first of the month and as usual I give a shout out to all those celebrating their birthdays this month.

1 - anna r.
4 - tot u.
5 - doo-doo o.
10 - ken m.
11 - archie & alnair l.
12 - tita del, jm p.
13 - meghan h.
14 - paul d., val b., shami c.
16 - pam p.
17 - dad
18 - nicole s.a.
19 - tito freddie, charo e., caitlin t.
20 - rex m.
21 - billie l.
25 - bangs h.
27 - dja-dja r.
28 - charlene f.

God bless all of you. May you all have a wonderful time celebrating it with loved ones. If I forgot someone's birthday, please feel free to leave a note saying I did so. Thanks!