Our Love Story

We spent the last three years of primary school as classmates – frequenting the same canteen, shed house and even went to the same tutoring class after school – but somehow never got to be friends or even belong to the same circle of friends. We took different career paths and never again ran into each other. Little did we know we were about to fall in love with one another.

Who would have thought that one “Kamusta?” chat of JM on FB Messenger would lead to a lifetime of love?

It was the last quarter of 2017 when the first spark of friendship started. We would often text or chat randomly – what mere friends usually do. Sometimes, late night non-stop updates or greetings, but most of the times forgetting to reply back or would even take days to reply. Still, there was a clear connection.

Coincidentally, he was on break during those times, so we decided to meet in person before his next contract. Our first friendly date ended up lasting over 9 hours as we talked all through the night. We bonded over shared love for Starbucks coffee. The simple catch up dinner turned into an endless karaoke night.

I remember thinking, “Damn! This guy is not only a gentleman, but a singer as well!”

Then that led to more follow up dates. We both felt the chemistry. It was palpable. However, there is always that one exception. We don’t get to spend all the time together. He has to work on board for 6-7 months.

Truly, a long distance relationship is not for the weak. There are moments of confusion and hurt, doubts, insecurities, and miscommunications that would feel like invincible obstacles.

Yet, amidst all these challenges, one thing remained solid – our love for each other.

We held onto the belief that our love was worth the sacrifices. We’ve earned our happiness through the difficulties we’ve faced. And it has taught us the true meaning of love and commitment.

It has shown us that, when two hearts are truly connected, even distance cannot keep them apart.

Fast forward to December 8, 2023 – six years later. It was Immaculate Concepcion and we planned a quick weekend trip to Siquijor. As the clouds parted and the sun beamed in Paliton Beach, JM popped the question.

So here we are! We could not be more thrilled for this next chapter of our life together to begin and we can’t wait to celebrate our love and history with you all in October!