Beach-bound Adventures with Workmates-slash-BFFs! 🥰

Charles Dickens — 'Is it better to have had a good thing and lost it, or never have had it?'

To be honest, I'd answer the first one: it is "better to have had a good thing and lost it". I think about all those wonderful memories I had with my college besties - my University years were filled with much sweetness and bittersweet moments I would not trade for the world! And now that we somehow grew apart (I mean we still catch up at least one a year) as we got older and had our lives post-college. So yeah - that's my answer, Dickens. I hope you were satisfied. Haha.

Anyhoo, HOW ARE YOU MY FAVOURITE HIVE PEOPLE?!😘 I hope you are all well❤️ For today's blog, allow me to share some tidbits of this sea-venture I had with my workmates, who are not somewhat my besties as well!🥰

A few weekends ago we were all so privileged to be able to have our team building activity in a resort in Baybay, Dumanjug. Alongside our boss, Dr. Grace, I, Apple, Mommy Juna, and the rest of the team at the Dietary Section rode this huge bus bound to South. 🚌 We headed at 6 AM and we were able to reach our destination around 10-ish. As soon as we arrived, the ladies then set up the spread for our early lunch! Nothing quite food by the beach, eh? Everything just tastes better. Or is it me? 😅

The delicious seafood was all lined up for our lunch! Grilled fish and squid, butter garlic shrimp, and seaweeds. There was roasted lechon, of course. Then plenty of dishes like pork barbeque, egg noodles, Shanghai rolls, smoked chicken, and a lot more I can't remember haha! The desserts we had were awesome, too! There's chocolate cake, ice cream, leche flan and some rice cakes. All yuummmm! 🤤

It was a great time for us to bond. I was so happy spending time with Mommy Juna - whom I love like my mother - and with Apple, who's like my older sister. The three of us talked a lot and swam by the beach. It was so, so good! I'd always treasure this splendid moment with them! ✨🥹

Before I end this sweet post, I would like to end it with another Motivational bit. Enjoy! 🩷🩷🩷

So, to every person trying to find their balance, remember this: It's okay to occasionally let go, to live in the moment, and to understand that the scales of life are not always perfectly balanced. Embrace the ebb and flow, the imperfections, and the beautiful messiness that life offers. It's within these unscripted moments that the true essence of living resides.

To every individual reading this, remember, the quest for work-life balance isn't about achieving a perfect state, but about embracing the journey itself. Each day presents a new set of challenges, from the unexpected interruptions to the poignant moments of connection with loved ones. But here's the beautiful truth: it's within these unpredictable rhythms of life that we truly grow, adapt, and discover our resilience. Your journey might be peppered with moments of guilt, doubts, and tough decisions, but they're accompanied by invaluable lessons, laughter, and memories that make the dance worthwhile.

So, as you navigate this intricate dance of roles and responsibilities, don't be too hard on yourself. Recognize the strength in your vulnerability, the growth in your adaptability, and the love in those moments when you choose presence over perfection. Every twist, every turn, is a testament to your commitment and love for your craft and your family. Wear these experiences as badges of honor and remember, in this pursuit of balance, you're not alone. We're all in this dance together, rooting for each other, and celebrating every step of the way. Embrace the journey, for it's uniquely and beautifully yours.💡
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