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It wasn’t the perfect place. It wasn’t the perfect night. But I was with the perfect girl.

It was the usual Friday for her. She would be leaving for business trip so I told her I want to have dinner with her before she leaves. She had no idea what was going to happen that night.

I left early that day from work. First, I bought a Compact Bible for her. I want her to bring it with her on her travel to Europe. Then, I went to a bookstore where I bought a travel guide to Paris. She wanted one and even asked me to mark the places I want her to visit when she is there. Lucky girl. And its her lucky night.

Then I went to the jewelry store to get the ring. After several months of looking, I was able to find the perfect ring for her. I know she wouldn’t allow me to buy such things. I know her to be practical when it comes to money. But after all those years we have been together, I want to give one for her.

Next was the school supplies. I bought a paper cutter and a double sided tape. Huh? What for?

By this time, our relatives and friends are very much aware of our engagement. We have seen people dropping by our wedding website and writing at our guestbook to wish us the best of luck. Wow. I needed that.

As we plan for the wedding, the details are starting to surface. One of the interesting question from the bride’s family is “When is the pamanhikan?”. I got blank upon hearing that. What is it anyway?

I have a very slight idea of what pamanhikan is. I just see them on TVs and movies. My cousins had that when they are about to get married. All I remember was I get to eat some food. I dont know what they really talked about. So I started searching for information in the internet.

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