And all I wanted to do was put my feet up
Have you ever had that super toxic work day that all you wanted to when you got home was drop onto the couch and stare into space? That happened to me some evenings ago. I was physically and mentally stressed out. I knew I had to eat dinner but was too tired to prepare anything. Staring into space seemed to be enough sustenance for me.
H hates it when I skip meals. “Kumain ka! (Eat!),” he would half-scold, half-beg. It’s for my own good health, I know, but sometimes I am just too tired to eat.
One particular evening, I was extra grouchy and extra drained. “I don’t want to eat. I’m gonna go play Sims,” I grumbled. H just smiled and said, “Okay! Just stay in the room alright?” Aha. Something was up. A few minutes later, he called me from the dining area. Here’s what he surprised me with:
My comfort food! Fried rice, tuna flakes in some oil, an egg sunny-side-up, over-easy. Orange juice. Bananas and yogurt for dessert. And fried spring rolls from a previous dinner. Love on the dining table.
“I know you’re really tired, but you have to eat something,” he grinned, knowing I wouldn’t be able to resist the meal before me, simple in presentation but rich in thoughtfulness. Honestly, whatever he prepared for me, even if it was as simple as toasted bread or as grand as a roast, I would’ve been happy.
I did eat everything, not realizing how hungry I was after all. All I wanted to do was put my feet up that night. Instead, I got a full stomach and an even fuller heart, thanks to my wonderful husband.
In other news, my Mom’s getting surgery for her carpal tunnel syndrome tomorrow. I’d like to ask for prayers please, especially for an easy and comfortable recovery. While I’m confident everything will turn out great, extra prayers always help. 
Thank you in advance.
It’s a 3-day weekend for those in the Philippines. Any of you guys doing something extra-special?
To my family and friends in the United States, HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Care to share any of that pumpkin pie? I miss it a lot! 
Are you guys going to any Black Friday sales? Take care, you guys. Happy shopping and again… happy thanksgiving!
November 28th, 2008 at 2:02 pm
That is so sweet of your husband! He sure knows how to make lambing
Will include your mom in our prayers – for her surgery and quick recovery.
My family will be going away for the weekend. Hope to catch some family moments before the exams of
the kids and Christmas activities start piling up. Have a great weekend, Toni!
November 28th, 2008 at 2:25 pm
You have your own story book romance. Sigh.
Good luck and good health to your mom.
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November 28th, 2008 at 2:35 pm
Do I see Edward Cullen-Bella Swan in the flesh?
hehehe… Really, Ms. Toni, that was so sweet. Now, can I have dinner with you?heheheh…
Rest assured, your mom will be in my prayers.
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November 28th, 2008 at 2:46 pm
That was really sweet of your husband … and ganda ng food arrangement.
You are lucky to have such man … God bless to all.
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November 28th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
Aw, that is so sweet of your husband
November 28th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
you are so lucky to have your husband. lambing naman. ayan oh may gumagapang ng langgam. hehehe.
sure, i’ll pray for your mom toni.
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November 28th, 2008 at 4:53 pm
So sweet. You guys are lucky to have found each other. *hugs*
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November 28th, 2008 at 6:01 pm
will include your mom in our prayers.
have a great long weekend!
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November 28th, 2008 at 7:16 pm
Now, I’ll buy my copy of the book! yehey!
And by the way Ms. Toni, I did my version of Twilight blog.
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November 28th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
That’s such a sweet gesture from your hubby. Small gestures like that speak volumes.
I will pray for your mom. God bless.
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November 28th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
How sweet Toni!
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November 28th, 2008 at 9:54 pm
So sweet. Just the thought is more than enough. Btw, I’ve got the same placemat. =) Prayers for your mom. Enjoy the long weekend!
November 28th, 2008 at 11:48 pm
Hi Toni
This happened to me a weeks ago, going home very late from work and leaving home very early to work. So I know how tiring it was. I was sure glad the husband is always there to fetch my tiring body at the office
Mr. D is a true sweet guy. Kinilig ako sa ginawa nya. We are very lucky di ba
Know what I’ll let my husband see this entry
I’ll pray for your mom Toni and have a great weekend. It’s a long weekend for us yehey!!!!
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November 29th, 2008 at 12:52 am
galit ako kay H – ginutom niya ako. Those are the very same comfort food I need now. Change the orange juice to Coke, add BBQ and yes, add a scoop of ice cream!
November 29th, 2008 at 5:53 pm
Aww how sweet of your hubby to make sure you eat something! Bless him
My prayers for your mom’s surgery and quick recovery.
Enjoy the long weekend, Toni
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November 29th, 2008 at 9:48 pm
awww, your hubby was really sweet.
My prayers for your mom too.
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November 30th, 2008 at 3:46 am
awwww… ang sweeet! kinilig ako pramis
November 30th, 2008 at 10:30 am
i’ve been craving lumpiang shanghai lately. this post didn’t help!
good for H for knowing how to “pick you up” during days like ones you had.
November 30th, 2008 at 8:17 pm
wow toni, H is a sweetheart
will be praying for your mom
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December 1st, 2008 at 3:32 pm
dearest toni girl and all your friends,
am recovering quite well thanks to your prayers and healing thoughts, and to my excellent ortho surgeon who did a really good job. can wiggle my fingers now so i know i’ve retained dexterity reqd for piano-playing. will see about wrist if still flexible when he removes knots at end of the 1.5-inch suture this saturday. sorry no caps where there shd be. difficult typing with left hand only. right hand is bandaged and in a sling.
toni girl, the pretty balloon arrangements are now on my grand piano.
love to you all,
mama
December 1st, 2008 at 5:16 pm
aaawww.. ang sweet naman ni H mo…
will pray for your Mom
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December 2nd, 2008 at 4:21 am
how’s your mom doing? i hope she’s doing well. give her my regards. belated happy thanksgiving =)
December 2nd, 2008 at 10:38 am
Hi Everyone! My Mom is doing very well. Thank you so much for the prayers! She was an outstanding patient and is recovering nicely. She even left a message of thanks for you all. Read it here:
Mama’s Thank You Comment
Thanks again everyone!
December 2nd, 2008 at 11:55 pm
You’re one lucky wife, indeed!
Stay happy.
Hope your mom is recovering well from the surgery.
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December 4th, 2008 at 12:27 pm
ka-sweet naman ni H ey!
glad to know your mom is doing well.
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December 8th, 2008 at 12:15 am
This is a very sweet blog post! You are very lucky to have a wonderful and caring husband
The eggs look yummy on top of the rice. ^^
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