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Sunday, March 24, 2013 2
8 months as married couple is wonderful, exciting and challenging at the same time. Today, as we celebrate our 8th wedding monthsary, I just want to say thank you honey for being my husband, for being a hard worker to support us, for being supportive and most importantly for loving me unconditionally. I really appreciate it honey.

It seems like an eternity ago when we first exchange message in Skype, heard your voice on the phone line, we met and the rest is history. Every day since we got married had been simply amazing. We don’t have a fairytale romance and I know that our life isn't perfect, we fight and argue sometimes but we get through it and at the end of the day we love each other and that’s all that matters, right?

Honey, I’m not sure what the future holds for us but I’m sure that God has a better plan for us and at least we will experience it together,, I’m so excited about it Honey.

Always remember that I love you so much, no matter what happens I will be at your side forever, hold your hand tightly and whisper, “Honey, kaya natin to, di kita iiwan, magtiwala lang tayo sa Diyos at Mahal na Mahal kita.”

Happy 8th Wedding Monthsary!




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Thursday, March 21, 2013 2
After our executive massage at The Spa, we decided to our dinner at Solace Wine and Dine. I purchased voucher at Ensogo last January and had our reservation by February. Actually, we want to use this voucher on Valentine ’s Day but unfortunately the restaurant was fully book that time.

The voucher includes set meal for two, with 1 appetizer + 2 soups + 2 salads + 2 main dishes/person + 1 dessert + 2 drinks + 2 rice for only P399 (valued at P1185). Wow! Dinner for two for less than Php 500.00.. Amazing! This is so good because we’re on a very tight budget. #marriedlife

We’re not familiar with the place, so from Greenbelt 1 we walked all the way to reach Greenbelt 3 and asked the direction from Security Guard. Thank God because we don’t get hard time in looking for this place. Kahit na sa Makati ako nakatira for 28 years and nag wowork for 7 years, naliligaw parin ako! Haha..


Solace Wine and Dine is located at the lobby of One Greenbelt Hotel. Ooopppss… Don’t feel intimidated because the menu price ranges from Php 300 – Php 700.00 but the serving is already good for 3 to 4 pax. It’s casual chic on the outside, but definitely friendly inside. Anyway, Solace is a perfect place for someone who is in search for comforting food and a relaxing ambiance. The place is simple elegant, the ambiance was bright and modern, I love the leather chairs and clean white walls with color coordinated décor. Oh, Mirrors all over the place! I got conscious, because I saw my face while eating.. Haha. An incredible dining experience.



Huli sa camera! :p  
They also have television hang on the wall. #PBAangpalabas

One staff approached us and handed us a small menu wherein we chose our orders and served us a cold iced tea.
Menu Board
Lemon Iced Tea

For the appetizer, we chose Chicken Fingers. No special thing about this dish, but I love the sauce! 
For the soup, we opted to try their Mushroom Soup. I really enjoyed the soup, I love it’s creaminess. So Good!
Our choices for salads are Japanese radish with Pomelo for Hubby and Asian Ceasar Salad for me.

Our two main dishes are Crispy Dory In, Beef Salpicao, Roasted Chicken Breast with Sweet Potato Wedges and Cebuano Pork Belly Roast. These are not just your ordinary dishes but are gourmet dishes! And it really does taste good!

My husband was not satisfied with his food so he order for Lamb Shoulder with Taboulle Salad - Lamb shoulder in pepper cognac sauce served with taboulle salad.
Lamb Shoulder with Taboulle Salad - Php  450.00
For the dessert, they prepare Bibingka Souffle.
They also serve different kinds of wines! There's free WiFi connection making it a good place to hang out when catching up with friends or spending some “me and you” time. A very fun evening spent bonding with hubby and unwinding after a busy day at work. 
Happy 7th month! ♥

So if you want to have a great dining experience, come and visit Solace Wine and Dine.


 Solace Wine and Dine
One Greenbelt Hotel
914 Arnaiz Ave., San Lorenzo Village
Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines 

Phone Number
(+63 917) 538-4928, (+63 905) 229-4062, (+63 917) 535-7529
Operating Hours
Monday to Sunday 7:00am - 10:30pm
FTFBadge
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Wednesday, March 20, 2013 64
Last February 24 marks as our 7th wedding monthsary, we decided to have a “Pamper Day” meaning from morning till midnight. We had our foot massage and haircut in morning, had our whole body massage on afternoon and scrumptious dinner on the evening. I will post another article about our dinner, but for now I will share with you our experience at The Spa.

Hubby’s college friends gave us two executive vouchers at The Spa during our wedding last July 2012 as their gift. Actually, our first plan was to use the voucher on Valentine’s day, unfortunately I got my period a day before Vday. Booo.. so we resched it and decided to us it on our monthsary.

If you’re an avid fan of my blog, you notice that hubby and I love to pamper ourselves by having a whole body massage. I swear, we love massage because this is one our favorite “ME-time” activities.  I've always wanted to experience a massage at The Spa, I heard lots of good reviews about this store and for the first timers like us; we are so excited as in! Woohooo..


The SPA is a perfect place for retreat and an instant feel of heaven for relaxation and rejuvenation. They offer a wide array of premium pampering services and treatments. As soon as we entered the door, I felt like I was in another dimension. I can’t control myself and ask my husband to take me photo. The interiors of The Spa in Greenbelt are very cool.

Walking through bridge-like corridor with water underneath instantly produced a calming effect on me.
 
This was the path that we walked through to the front desk area
Outfit of the Day

As we reached the receiving area, a courteous receptionist greeted us with a smile and assists us in our needs. We handed them our voucher and told us to choose what type of massage that we want.  Since we had the Executive Massage Voucher, we got a private room which is perfect for couple like us. The voucher includes the free use of amenities such as sauna and shower to be accessed separately in common wet floor area.  Finally, after few minutes of discussion we chose the combination massage, which combines both Swedish and shiatsu.


The receiving area of The Spa is homey and open to waiting guests and companions. The Spa has the brown on white design, with wooden furniture and wall, comfy seats with mellow background music all throughout. There is also a cabinet full of beauty products for sale.

Receiving / Waiting Area
Happy Couple :)

The receptionist provided a key to put all my stuff and told me to proceed to the female locker area to change. Female and Male rooms are separated by the way.

 The staircase all the way up to the locker room.
 

As I entered the room, one staff handed me a fluffy robe, slippers and towels. She also assist us to put my things inside my locker but before I change to my fluffy robe, I got a chance to take photos of the area. Oooppss. Pictures are prohibited in the spa area; this is one of The Spa rules. I’m so lucky because the attendants were very friendly and understanding, I told her that I need photos for my blog.. Hihi.  

Robe, Towel, Lockey Key and Slippers

Lockers line the left and right walls, which go as high as the ceiling.  This is where I left all my things before starting with my treatment.


A circular area with separate vanities featuring more towels, wash area, sanitizers, and more. I was pleased with the service and atmosphere of the place.

The SPA's powder room.
Set of Towels 
Note: An attendant is always available nearby if needed.

The SPA accessibly has a supply of toiletries one would need for bathing and freshening up afterwards.

Sterilizer Cabinet for Combs

I change my clothes to cottony robe and slippers and went to take a refreshing shower before starting our session. Oh! Very relaxing! The shower has hot and cold option, plus the body soap/shampoo and conditional was placed in a handy dispenser. The shower rooms are clean and well-maintained. After taking a shower, it’s time to try their steam room. This is safe and also good for one’s health because it helps eliminate toxins, open pores and most important, it removes your stress. Oh! I love it! By the way, I stayed here more or less 15 minutes. After that, I showered again, dried up, and relaxed while waiting for my turn for a massage.  While waiting, attendant asked me if I want a signature ginger tea or cold water, I chose warm water since I’m not a fan of tea. Few minutes later, hubby arrives; we were assisted to our room. We instructed to remove our robe, relax and wait for our therapist.


My therapist did an excellent job in paying attention to those hardened back muscles.  She is also courteous in asking permission if she could massage certain areas on my body, she only speaks to me if I need to turn to other side, front or ask if the pressure is okay. You can tell your therapist what you want, hard, soft, with ointment or regular conventional oil.

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All I can say is, the whole two hours of quiet and comforting massage was worth it aside from the fact that we got it for FREE!  The Spa is one of the best spas in metro where you can say it’s worth your money for the relaxation plus the ambiance experience. I will definitely go back here, but since it’s too pricey I will visit here during special occasions. (birthday, anniversary, more)


P.S
 - Make sure to reserve your spot during weekends as walk-in guests are seldom entertained due to full booking.
 - Come at least 15 minutes before your scheduled pamper time.


The Spa
G/F Greenbelt 1, Paseo de Roxas, Makati (drop-off entrance)
Tel Nos: 840-1325 / 840-1326 / 0926-4049316 / fax 840 1321
Mon – Thu 12 – 10 pm / Fri – Sun 12 – 11 pm
Last call: Mon – Thu 8:30 pm / Fri – Sun 9:30pm
Website: http://www.thespa.com.ph/

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Tuesday, March 19, 2013 1
After we visited at SietePecados and Barracuda Lake, our next stop was the Smith Point where we had our lunch.

 Cottage
Candid Shot 
Lost in Paradise 

Smith Point is an isolated area of fine sand like Boracay and clear water. This place was amazing and very peaceful. I love this place because less crowded stop for lunch. Actually, hubby and I took 30 minutes nap under the tree. Priceless moment!

Beautiful views while lying on the sand

This island deserves a perfect score when you talked about paradise. It is worthy to be visited again and again.

Paradise

After a hearty lunch and power nap, we headed to the Skeleton Wreck / WWII Japanese Ship Wreck. Since Coron is also popular destination for wreck-diving site, ooppss.. of course, we aren’t divers, so the most that we can do is snorkel. Anyway, in this place you can see the remnants of WWII Japanese ships which were sunk down.


It’s interesting to see an intact and well preserved sunken ship underwater, which has already become a sanctuary of variety fishes & sea creatures. Take note that it has been there for more than 50 years now. Wow! This is the best and perfect place for snorkeling and fish feeding.  It’s so amazing that these are well preserved and current. There are more sites for other shipwrecks, which can be appreciated only through diving due to its depths. 

Super sad to say that we were not able to capture the scenery underwater. Booo!!!

While snorkeling at Skeleton Wreck, the site of the World War II ship wrecks was a distinctive fun and truly memorable experience!


Overall, Coron is truly exquisite! I found myself in love with the place, and I will definitely go back to Coron, in a heartbeat!
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