We finally saw each other! One of my best friends from the Philippines moved here in the US five years ago, about the time I moved to the PNW. So we missed the chance of seeing each other then. But we got to see each other now, and we had fun!

We went to get breakfast at this restaurant called The Urban. One thing that I can describe that place is a Filipino fusion restaurant. I mean they are still traditional Filipino food, just with a twist and presented in a more Americanized way. The highlight of my breakfast? The freaking ube butter! The food is good. But damn, that ube butter just hit the spot for me. Then we got some halo-halo from this boba place called Delight. I have not had any in years! That was so satisfying.

We then visited to his sister’s house to say hi to her and his parents. And I also have not seen them since my brother’s wedding! I think that was 2015 or 2016. So yeah, years! I honestly enjoyed just catching up with him. And in turn with his family. Like I said, we practically grew up together. Went to the same school, neighbors. Yeah, I did miss him a lot.

I watched a couple of Filipino movies with my parents again today, Love at First Stream and Love is Colorblind. I mean, I was cringing for the most part. I mean, it was relaxing watching with them. But damn, these movies are just cringe-fest central. Love at First Stream MC annoyed the shit out of me. I mean granted if you want to be an influencer, a certain flair for narcissism. And that was just painful to watch, the entitlement, the using of people. That was just too much for me. I cannot. Love is Colorblind was okay. I mean nothing really much to complain about it. But it did not stand out either. It was enjoyable for what it was.

I have not read in the last few days, book-wise. I was only able to consume some webtoons, which was okay. I am enjoying them and that is all that matters. But I am hoping I get to actually read a book tonight.