24th At Haji Lane

     Waking up to a brand new day is such and will always be a blessing. How much more if that life given to you each and every day is filled with happiness and love?

        As I turn 24 today, I look back and reflect on the things that I have been through and I am without a doubt BLESSED and LOVED. Life is really good. With its ups and downs, life has molded me into someone I dreamed of becoming when I was still small- strong, determined, passionate, and faithful.

        Thank you all so much for making my day. Of course, to the one I love the most, you are truly amazing. Thank you for making my day really special.

He started it out by surprising me with a birthday cake when the clock has stricken 12 midnight.

After lunch, while talking to him, the mailman delivered this to my flat.

And another one from my good friend Chloe! Her very own artwork. Sneaky people! :)

        I went out to stroll around Haji Lane and maybe, to get myself a birthday present. I love Haji Lane. Its authenticity and culture are the reasons why I am definitely going back here to shop and chill-out. Here you will find vintage stuff and a variety of clothes. The street has mediterranean restaurants- from Egyptian to Mexican cuisines. Men's fashion is one of the best here. They sell good finds for men who love to dress up and be in the fad. One of the best stores I have seen is Going Om. Being outside of the mainstream is what makes this store really cool. Next time, I will surely buy that aztec knapsack!

(c) Dino Dans 

        Before heading home, I met up with Marti's friends, Dino and Jan, to grab a dinner. Dino, thank you for the treat! And yes, another surprise from Marti c/o Dino. Haha! Sneaky!

       I was crying like a baby when I got home. Being this as my first time to celebrate my birthday away from home, I felt gloomy, but Marti made it one of the best birthdays ever. During my FaceTime session with my one and only, I could not help but smile and tear up both at the same time. (Please do NOT post the pictures!) I was just so happy and loved. Thank you, again, Love.