355 - first fight

356 - 9 points

We ate caesar salad, pizza and bolognese spaghetti; went to Arayat market to look for mushroom spawn and checked hardware if there were stocks for spawn. Because you were with crutch, you were very tired. As we took a rest, I asked if you had handkerchief. You said "I don't have any. I only have Kring." That words mark that night, 9 points! and High Five! I always enjoyed how you try to make me fall for you.

357 - the mushroom project

Today, I was bewildered that we have just seen each other the day before but here we are, talking in Skype. I guess, we have grown uncomfortable of being separated. Yet, this was also because of "the mushroom project". You asked me where to get mushroom spawn and dried banana leaf. I actually don't know, but it might help if I extend a hand. I wonder why you are so fond of mushrooms, and it makes me fond of you too. 

358 - we are friends before and more than lovers

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Photo by Aya Takahashi

At Kuya Allan's birthday party, we were there as Kuya Allan's friend. "Friend", this is where we started and where I learned how an interesting person you are, that I'd always like to be at your fun and enjoyment. Yet, you have taught me that friends are more than sharing laughter but also extending care at times of need. At Kuya Allan's party, I was just glad you were beside me and we were surrounded by our treasured friends. I learned that we would never be as strong if it weren't for them.

359 - you make simple moments memorable

Just because there were no available benches, we sat on the grass on the hill overlooking the neon lights of the city. Today, I was too nervous for a presentation yet at its finish, I felt so happy that some of my colleagues told me it was great. It was very happy feeling and that happy feeling made me want to see you. You were surprised that I came and I ruined your schedule for the night, but you stayed with me. As we watched the city lights and the scarcity of stars, you made my day perfect after a rough day, just by being by my side.

360 - you make cooking fun

Photo by Aya Takahashi

You can ask me to do anything but never ask me to cook since it's my weakness. I never learned. But, while we were at Perez, you taught me how and you patiently prepared meals with Masa and me. I learned that it was fun to cook, and more fun to eat food which you cooked with friends. One of the reasons why I like you, is that you are good in cooking. :3

361 - you make me care for you

Photo by Aya Takahashi

You make me care for you so much that when I you utter my name softly and call for my name, it's as if I don't have any other option but to say "yes?". I found out that it was always difficult to say "no". Lastly, I like it when you call for me when you need me.

362 - water break

Photo by Nino Bayan

When I wasn't feeling well and I asked for water, you stood up and forgot that you had injury because you were panicking to get water. I feel that I'm not worthy of all these attention and care, but you do. It's the little things that you do that makes a big difference.

363 - protection from the sun

because I don't have any other better picture. >.<

Photo by Wakana Adachi

It was study tour to Perez. We were just friends then but as I struggled from the brightness of the sun shine at the bus ride to Lucena, you  put a towel over my head and tried to comfort me by helping me fall asleep again. That time, I wished that we could have been more than just friends.

364 - kindness at the roller coaster

I didn't want to ride the roller coaster yet, you forced me to with the comforting words that "I'll be beside you." At my moment of fear, you told showed me the mountains, the clouds and to find my peace of mind by enjoying the scenery. Just as I found it, the roller coaster ride started. It was in 2 minutes that I conquered fear  of the roller coaster ride. You already know this story, but this is important because it is where it all started.

365 - Perez Magic

For me, Perez magic is much sweeter the second time around. Watching stars, being comforted by the warmth of your sweat shirt, holding your hand amidst fireflies and enjoying ourselves. Before 21st, I was planning mangoes and "21 days to make something a habit" as I learned in psychology. January 21, 2012 was a bliss I never expected.