My One Hundred Reasons

My First 10 Reason I Love My Husband...

2009-11-19T17:58:00.002+08:00

Here are my first 10 reasons why I love my husband.^.^

He is God's greatest gift to me. (Second to my salvation of course.^.^)
He says I love you to me every morning when he wakes up.
He always excitedly and warmly welcomes me home when I get home late or happily greets me when he arrives.
He always always tells me that he feels relaxed when he's with me.
He always tells me that he loves being with me.
He looks very excited whenever we go on a date.
He always tells me that he's happy to be with me.
He is sweet, not only through gifts or doing things for me, but by saying sweet words to me too.^.^
He always wants us to have a common hobby that we can do together.
He always prays for me and for our family.

Wait for the next 10 reasons why I love my husband.^.^ I'm excited to start doing this again.^.^

The Next Phase of Life

2009-11-17T10:25:00.002+08:00

It has been almost 3 years since Norman and I got married and in those short years, we've experienced a lot.:) I do believe that now is the right time for us to start the next phase of our Hundred Reasons as we have gotten to know each other more as husband and wife (not to mention that we have more time now.^.^). I will be starting my One Hundred Reason why I love my husband and why I feel so blessed to be married to him.:) Laters!^.^

Last 10! Reasons 91 - 100!!!:D

2007-03-12T00:30:00.000+08:00

Here's the last 10 reasons why I love my fiance so much.:) By Saturday we will be married and I am so excited to start living my life with him.:)

I'll say this again because I believe this is worth mentioning twice.:) He's very patient with me, hehe...bas the time of our wedding draws near, I became more emotional and more temperamental.:) Not because I'm scared or nervous or anything, but because there are so many things that needs to be done that there are times that even I don't understand myself.:) But I'm just so thankful that Norman is so patient with me.:)
His faith in God.:) In our situation right now, we are being tested to become better persons and to become great husband and wife for each other. Despite the situation that we are in, he never fails to trust God and believe in all the promises of God in our lives.:)
He wants for us to do things together.:) By this I mean that whenever we need to fix some things, especially for our wedding, he wants the two of us to handle it, not just me, and I don't want him alone to handle it, but together.:)
He teach me new things.:) He loves to teach me new things, from programming to Systems Analysis and Design, to anything.:)
He reminds me always to spend time with God.:) As a Christian, what is more important in my life is our personal relationship with God.:) And I just feel so blessed that my future husband reminds me always to spend time with God.:)
He reminds me always that God should be the number one in my life, not him.:) Both of us recognize the fact that on our own strength, our relationship may very well crumble because of our sinful nature. And we know that only by putting God in the center of our relationship will we have a happy and lasting marriage.:) And him reminding me to put God first is his way of telling me that he wants our marriage to work until the end of our lifetime.:)
He is not afraid to rebuke me.:) I am after all a human being, and as the bible says, "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God..." (Romans 3:23). And Norman is not afraid to tell me if I have done something wrong.:) It shows how much he loves me and God that he doesn't want me to become far away from God.:)
He always reminds me of God's goodness in any and all circumstances.:) Sometimes we need someone to remind us how good God is and that God always have a great plan for us regardless of our situations.:)
He freely allow God to work in my life.:) Yes, he loves to protect me, but when he sees that I am struggling with something and he sees that God is doing something in my life, he allows me to experience the hardship, as hard as I know it is for him, and allows me to experience the glory, love and miracles of God firsthand because he knows that it will benefit me more.:)
And lastly, I love my fiance because God has given me to him.:) Neither of us is perfect, but our love is made perfect not on our own strength but by the grace of God.:) God knows what is best for us, and I will not contest that because I know it for a fact.:) Norman is a blessing beyond what I prayed for.:) And I will treasure one of the great gifts that God has given me.:)

Reasons 81 to 90!!!:D

2007-03-05T12:30:00.000+08:00

I'm almost there!:D It's almost 100!:D Here's another 10 reasons.:D

He always want to do things excellently.:)
He loves for us to have an activity together.:) By this I mean not watching anime together but doing something together.:)
His love to make designs.:) Last weekend we made our invitations together and while we were planning for the design I realize that he has an eye for good designs.:) You should see how concentrated he was while thinking of the designs.:)
His desire to do God's will always.:) He wants to live life to the fullest by living by faith for the glory of God.:)
His strong desire to serve God always.:) In everything that he do he always dedicate it to God and sees it as his way of serving God wherever he may be.:)
He listens to me.:) Whenever I share something to him, he makes sure that he looks at me in the eye.:) It makes me feel that everything I say matters to him.:)
He tells me that what I say is important to him.:) As much as he makes me feel it, it is always a good thing to hear it once in a while.:)
He asks my opinion about things.:) This is his way of telling me that he value my opinions.:)
He includes me in his decision making.:) Let's face it, men sometimes have the habit of making decisions on their own, which is not entirely a bad thing. But it always feels good when our men value our opnions and asks us what do we think of this particular situation.:) Not because he's indecisive, mind you, but because he want's me to feel that I am very much a part of everything in his life.:)
He always point me back to God.:) No matter what happens, and especially when I am having a tantrum (I admit, I do have my days...:D).:D

Another Set of Reasons.:) 71 to 80

2007-02-26T12:30:00.000+08:00

I'm nearing 100 and I'm excited to reach it.:) So here's another 10 reasons why I love Norman so much.:)

Where he gets his confidence.:) His confidence is always from God, therefore, no matter what happens and what other people say, his confidence never changes because his confidence comes from God.:)
His strength.:) This man is a very strong person.:) Not just physically but spiritually.:) No matter the situation or circumstances, he can always smile and still have joy in his heart.:)
His heart.:) He has a very good heart.:) A heart that is kind, compassionate, and passionate.:)
His intelligence.:) I always learn something new whenever I'm with him.:)
His love for food.:) Hehe...this is something that we have in common.:) We both love to eat.:) I guess everyone that we know sees that.:D (Disclaimer: We are not obese, we just gained weight when we became engaged.:)Hehe...:D)
His sense of humor.:) He always makes me laugh.:) Makes life more interesting.:)
His optimism.:) He's a very positive thinking person.:) He always look at the positive side of things.:)
He reminds me always how much God loves me.:) More than being secure of his love, he makes sure that I am even more secure that no matter what happens, no matter what I do, God loves me very much.:)
He reminds me always that he should only be the 2nd in my life.:) This merely means that he wants me to put God first in my life before anything or anyone else, even him.:) We both know that the success our marriage rely not only on our own strength but how we always put God first in our lives.:)
His strong desire to know God more.:) Everyday he shares with me whatever enlightenment or revelation God has given him for that day and everyday he is also very excited to know more about God.:) Either through experience or through his words.:)

Reasons 61 to 70.:D

2007-02-19T12:30:00.000+08:00

Another set of reasons why I love my fiance.:D

He always pray.:) In all situation of circumstances, he always pray. You can really see how much he loves to give glory to God.:)
He beautiful voice.:) He has a beautiful voice and he loves to sing love songs for me and for God.:)
He serenades me.:) Most people nowadays view serenading as something that is a thing of the past, but Norman doesn't think so.:) He loves to serenade me, anytime and anywhere, even if we are in the mall walking around.:D Hehe...:D BTW, when I say he seranades me, I don't mean that he has a guitar with him, he just sings acapela.:)
The way he looks at me whenever he serenades me.:) When he serenade me he makes sure that he looks at me in the eye, and his eyes always tells me that he means every lyrics that he is singing and that he is dedicating it to me.:D
He always thank God for everything the He has given him.:) He never fails to give thanks to God that He has blessed him so much in so many ways.:)
His passion for whatever it is that he is doing.:) He's a teacher and you can really see how he's passionate about his work.:) He makes sure that he gives his 100% to be excellent in what he is doing.:)
He loves to converse with me.:) Whenever he has a concern about an issue or whenever he has something in his mind, he always talk to me first.:)
He knows his priorities.:) He knows what to do first and what to put first.:)
He shows off God's blessings in his life.:) And that includes me, hehe...:D
His heart to encourage others. He loves to share all of God's miracles in our lives to encourage other people.:) But more than that, I know that he just desires to give glory to God's name.:)

Here's 51 to 60.:)

2007-02-12T12:30:00.000+08:00

Norman and I will be having our date later on so before I go, here's another 10 reasons why I love my fiance.:)

He always says I love you the first thing he wakes up.:) I have become his official alarm clock and it has been my task to wake him up every morning by calling him and making sure that he wakes up on time.:) And the first thing that he says after saying hello is always I love you.:) Sure makes my day great.:)
He never fails to mention that he is so happy that he is with me.:)
He always says that he's excited to be married to me.:) I feel the same way.:D
The way he says that his hair is always messy.:) If there is one thing that he is very conscious about it's his hair and he always says that his hair is messy even though it's not. At least for me it's not messy.:) Hmmm...come to thing about it, I never saw his hair as messy, hehe...:D
The feel of his hair on my fingers...if it doesn't have any gel on it.:) There are times when I have seen him without gel on his hair and I took the opportunity to run my hands through his hair and I love the feel of it.:) I really can't understand why he sees it as messy...
The way he makes me laugh.:) He has this crazy way of making me laugh by accusing me of doing things that he himself is doing to me.:) Like he'll mess up my hair and then say 'Honey, your hair is messy' or shake me and then ask, 'Honey, why are you shaking?' :)
He never fails to say that I'm cute or beautiful.:) Whenever he has a chance to he compliments me.:) And women really needs to hear it sometimes.:)
His sensitivity.:) He can immediately discern if something is bothering me, even through text messages.:)
He is very considerate.:) Whenever I am in one of those "moods", he knows how to cheer me up and how to make me feel better.:) He rarely gets annoyed at me.:)
He is very sweet.:) In everything.:)

Ok ok, here's 41 to 50.:)

2007-01-29T16:03:00.000+08:00

Here's another 10 reasons why I love my fiance sooo much.:D

He acts silly. Aside from making faces, he sometimes (ok, it's most of the time) acts silly just to make me laugh.:) I love it not only because he can make me laugh, but because he makes time with him so memorable.:)
He's so sweet.:) He never fails to say something sweet to me everyday.:)
He thinks ahead. He plans for our future.:) And he always lay down all of his plans to God.:)
He shares with me his fears and concerns. He always includes me in everything that is happening in his life.:)
He is my knight in shinning armor.:) By this I mean that he help me fight anything and everything: anger, insecurities, fears...he wants to be there with me during these experiences.:)
He always prays for me.:) Anytime anywhere.:)
He always wants to hold my hand.:)
The way he hold my hands.:) He hold my hands firmly and securely.:)
His strong desire to serve God.:) His strong love for God is what makes me feel secure the most because I know that he will not do anything to hurt God therefore, he will also not do anything to hurt me.:)
The way he eats.:) So cute.:)

Reasons 31 - 40!:)

2007-01-22T12:30:00.000+08:00

Norman and I will be going out later and I am so excited.:) So before I leave, here are reasons 31 to 40.:)

His deep concern for me. He always asks me how I am doing and makes sure that I get home safe.:)
He enjoys conversing with me. We can talk about anything and everything under the sun and have fun.:)
His generosity. He is a very generous man and he gives to the poor whenever he can.:)
He is not afraid to tell me what I need to hear / know. He tells me when I did something wrong. And what's best is that he says it all in a gentle and loving manner.:)
He make sure always that everything is right in my relationship with God.:) He never fails to encourage me to meet with God everyday.:)
He always greets me with a smile.:) No matter the weather, no matter the circumstances, whenever he sees me, he gives me a big smile that shows that he is more than happy to see me and that he is excited to spend time with me.:)
He makes me feel special. He does these little things that really relays the message that I am special to him.:)
He is very ticklish. This one I can't forget. I was so amazed that he is so ticklish to the point that I can make him laugh by tickling his arm.:) You can just imagine my surprise.:) But at least I can make him laugh always, hehe...*devilish laugh*;)
His strong desire to be the messenger of God's word.:) This man wants to share God's words to anyone and to every opportunity that will arise. And if he encounters people who judges the Faith, watch out, he's not one to back down.:)
He makes me feel secure. Of course my ultimate and primary source of security is God but after God, Norman makes me feel secure by his declaration of love and warm hugs.:)

The next ten will continue next week.:D

Here's Reasons 21 - 30.:)

2007-01-15T12:30:00.000+08:00

Norman and I just had our date yesterday and it was fun.:) It's been some time that we were able to really spend time together due to the holidays so I really enjoyed our time yesterday.:) So here are more reasons why I love Norman so much.:)

He encourages me always. (Whenever I feel insecure or unsure of myself or of what I am doing, he never fails to encourage me and to tell me that I can do it because God is with me.:))
His smile.:) (He has a very beautiful smile.:) And he has a dimple on his left cheek that makes him so handsome whenever he smiles.:) Talo pa si Aga.:D That's my opinion ok?:))
He makes me laugh. (He never fails to make me laugh, no matter my mood.:))
His eyes. (They say the eyes is the window to a persons soul. Whenever I look in his eyes I can see how much he loves me.:) And I can also determine what mood he is in, hehe...:))
His laugh. (He has a very contagious laugh. And the sound of it always brings joy to my heart.:))
His love for books. (I am a bookworm. And I seldom encounter men who are fond of reading books, that's why I was ecstatic when I first knew that he's very interested in reading. We always have fun hanging out together in bookstores, looking for what book to buy or to save up for.:) Really, he's the one I am truly meant for.:))
He shares with me not only his opinions but everything that he learns from the book that he's reading. It is such a blessing to have a partner who shares everything about himself and his mind.:)
He makes me happy.:)
He loves being with me.:) I can always feel his joy whenever we're together.:)
He makes faces always. Some might find this a bit disturbing (I love you honey!:)), but for me, it's who he is and I find it so funny whenever he does it because he always looks so childlike.:) Actually, I love it because he's not afraid to show me his funny or 'child-like' side.:p

That's it for now.:) 'Till next time.:)

Another 10 Reasons.:) (11 - 20)

2007-01-07T12:30:00.000+08:00

Here's another 10 reasons why I love Norman.:)

His love to learn. (This man loves to learn anything and everything, especially about God.:) And he's not afraid to ask questions just so he can learn something new.:))
His Leadership qualities. (This man is a great leader. He's not afraid to take on responsibilities. And best of all, he leads me to God.:))
The way he shares everything that comes to his mind. ( He never fails to share with me his thoughts, opinions, and reflections about things, whether it be about politics, the word of God, or life.:))
He is very patient. (I'll admit it, I am a stubborn woman. And I am very grateful that God has given me to a very patient man.:))
The way he calms me down when I'm agitated or angry. (He never fails to calm me down whenever I'm agitated or angry.:))
The way he smiles. (He always looks so cute when he smiles.:))
The way he protects me. (Being the second of 6 girls, not to mention the biggest (at least use to be), I was use to being the protector for my sisters. That's why I love the way he protects me always.:))
He makes me feel loved. (He never forgets to say he loves me.:))
He reminds me that God loves me always, especially when I feel down.:))
His kind and compassionate heart. (In times when I want to be judgmental to people, he would always tell me to understand them.:))

Bethel's Turn for her 100 Reasons.:) (1 - 10)

2007-01-05T17:58:00.000+08:00

Hi! This is Bethel, Norman's fiance.:) Now that Norman is finished with his 100 reasons, I would like to share my own 100 reasons before we get married on March.:) Yes, it was moved again for reasons we believe are important. But this time we will push through with March.:) When we're married, I'll post another 100 reasons why I love my husband.:) But for now, here's my first 10 of 100 reasons for loving my fiance.:)

Himself. ( I love him, period. :))
The way he says "I love you." (Makes my heart melt everytime.:))
His love for God. (You can see it in his eyes always.:))
His deep faith and trust in God. (This man is a great man of God.:))
His zeal for God.
His passion for God. (Actually, he's passionate about everything, but that's one thing that makes me love him more.:))
His strong convictions.
His mind. How he thinks. ( He's very wise and very intelligent.:) Nothing escapes the mind of this great man.:))
His child-like heart. (It doesn't mean that he's childish, but he's comfortable with being himself anywhere, especially when he's being with me.:))
The way he smells. (Yes, he's right, I always smell his arm and I just love how he smells.:))

I'll post 11 to 20 next time.:) Hope you enjoyed reading.:)

Reasons 91-100

2006-10-01T15:53:00.000+08:00

Wow increadible week! Was supposed to post this last Sept 28 but due to an incredibly powerful storm power was out for 3 days :( I'd like to thank God for keeping me, my fiancé, our family and friends safe through the storm. Anyway, here are reasons 91-100.

She's been with me through the think and the thin, through the laughter and pains
The way she looks at me :)
She prays for me daily - that God mold me to be the man that God wants me to be
Always prays to God for her family and friends
She leans on my shoulder and holds my hand when she's tired (when we're riding the jeepney)
She asks how I'm doing and make sure that I'm comfortable (in the office, jeepney)
She's brave and is strong willed
She's a picture of humility, contentment, simplicity and grace
Her devotion to serving the Lord and seeing how God has matured her and continue to mold her to be a woman after God's own heart
Last but definitely not least, reason 100. Because God has created her for me and me for her. The Lord know us better than we know ourselves and just like what He did in Genesis, God created Adam... knowing every detail of Adam; He created the perfect match which is Eve and joined them together - all of this, to demonstrate His great love

This blog is as much for my fiancé as it is also for my Lord and savior Jesus Christ. For without Him, I'll still probably be living-out a life of sin and short term relationships; but because of His love for me... the old is gone and the new has come (2 Cor 5:17) He has given me new life... a life of freedom under his Lordship and love, an eternal life because of His sacrifice and a fiancé who will be with me glorifying and loving the Lord with all our hearts, soul and mind.

Glory be to God!

Reasons 81 - 90

2006-08-28T12:18:00.000+08:00

10 more reasons why I love my fiance. :)

The way she says "I'm fat". (honey, you're not fat... you're cute! For me you're perfect! *hugs*)
She says "You're my bear!" (ok, because I call her names too hehehe. Ei wait! Am I as big as a bear already hon? Guess so... need to go to the gym)
The way she squints when she's trying to focus on something. (ok, it's the contact lenses... honey I'll get you new ones :D but still I find it adorable)
She loves neopets. (Hmph! My honey is fixated on neopets... hehehe jokes, I love looking at you while you play those games hehehe).
She's dedicated to the ministry (she post's messages for the music team for service, announcements, lyrics)
She doesn't get easily annoyed when I put on my weird side (kept downloading bunnys and saying to her... hon, look it's a bunny! Actually it's just lambing in my part - just me making cute comments to get a reaction)
Her reactions (the eyebrows, eyes, the look) when I make those "cute" comments :) *hugs* love you honey.
Helping me to be the man, God wants me to be :) (thanks hon)
Her concern for me, especially with regards to plans for the future. (I love you so much hon, I know you're worried because you love me :) *hugs*)
Her wisdom and counsel. (God has given me a godly woman, maybe sometimes I don't show it, especially when I'm talking about serious issues, but I value everything you say my honey :) I know God is using you to speak to me. Love you my honey!)

Reasons 71 - 80

2006-08-28T12:01:00.000+08:00

Been awhile since my last post... since I wasn't able to post last month, I'd like to make it up to my fiance by delivering Reasons 71 - 80 and 81 - 90 today :D We're both busy at work but I believe this experience has shown us that our jobs should take a backseat when it comes to loveones. :) Honey, I love you! :) *hugs*

The way she makes "kulit" (tries to annoy me in a cute manner).
The way she looks when she's wet (been raining lately hehehe should bring an umbrella always).
She shares her lunch with me. (Sorry hon if I eat too much though)
She makes me Ice Tea when I arrive in the office.
She gives me copies of lyrics and music that we'll sing for the service (music ministry).
She's not biting her fingernails anymore! Weee! :D
Her dedication to learning new things, especially regarding work.
Her finishing everything ASAP! (hard worker)
Her perseverance over trials and tests of life and lifting them all to God. (love you hon!)
She puffs her cheeks from time to time (ala blowfish hehehe so cute)

Reasons 61 - 70

2006-06-30T23:31:00.000+08:00

Just came from watching Superman Returns with Betz :)

She tells me what I need to hear, not what I want to hear :)
She's my bestfriend! :D
She supports me 100%
She's one of my guides to knowing and doing God's will
She's my confidant
She's patient with all of my antics hehehe
She shares godly insights to me (from her quiet time with God)
Her smile :D (pang-close-up)
The way she tries to hide when I attempt to take a photo of her (hehehe)
Her many faces (comic faces) when I tell her some-stuff that she needs to stop doing hehehe (chewing on her nails, chewing chunk of ice) - she looks so cute hihihi :)

Reasons 51 - 60

2006-05-31T08:44:00.000+08:00

Next 10 hehehe

Her passion to write down everything God revealed to her (she has her notebook always - cool!)
The wisdom that she imparts to me (she has wisdom beyond her years)
The way she smells me... yups... became a habit where she'll smell my arm... I find it so cute hahaha :D
The way she encourages me whenever I'm down :)
She reminds me of things I should take-note of (I easily forget things hahaha)
She remembers the nitty-gritty details :D (I'm more of the vision guy)
Her strength amidst adversity and challenges
Her seeing the "good" in every person
The way she pronounce some words
She believes I'm the handsomest man on earth! :D Well for me - she's the most beautiful woman God ever created! :)

Reasons 41 - 50

2006-04-27T10:33:00.000+08:00

Weee! :)

The way she eats :D sooo gentle hwehwehweh
Being my alarm clock... giving me a wake-up call early in the morning :)
She trying to wake me up by ringing my cellphone... over and over and over... hehehe (I can just imagine how she'll wake me up when we're already married... pouring cold water on me? Hehehe)
She loves popcorn and cotton candy (hehehe how cute)
The way she reacts when I call her with my various pet names for her hehehe
The way she makes pa-cute / lambing hehehe
She says I love you when we have a "passionate discussion" (a difference in opinion disagreement)
She reminds me in many ways how wonderful God is :D
Her passion to reach-out to other people (she sometimes feels that she doesn't do 'enough' but I know God is using her in everything that she do and whomever she meets)
Her genuine concern for people :)

Reasons 31 - 40

2006-03-01T16:02:00.000+08:00

Cool! Here are reasons 31 to 40, I love my fiance.

She has a habit of wiping her face from time to time (I joke with her that she's erasing her face... but still I find it so adorable)
She makes me feel very very special
She loves me so much :)
She covers her mouth when she giggles and laugh
She plays with the tip of her hair from time to time (so cute)
She loves giving me a big hug :) (of course I love hugging her too)
Her cute arms (they're just so cute! Love pinching them)
She enjoys being with me
We can talk about anything under the sun
Her convictions and views about life :D

Reasons 21 - 30

2006-02-01T16:00:00.000+08:00

10 more reasons... Weee!

She raises her eyebrows when I say something odd (so adorable)
She says "heh!" (in a "malambing" manner) when I ask her to repeat something she said or done
She's the most intelligent woman I've ever known
She loves holding my hand
She looks at me as if I'm the most handsome guy in the whole world (hehehe)
She has a cute scar (you can barely notice it) on her right cheek
The shape of her eyebrows
Very "pinchable" soft cheeks (of course I don't dare pinch it hehehe)
She sends a text message every morning to say that she loves me so much and that to thank God for the new day :)
She listens to my every word when I passionately talk about my thoughts on social and political issues that plague our nation / the world

Reasons 11 - 20

2006-01-09T01:40:00.000+08:00

Here's 10 more reasons I love my fiancé.

The way she fixes her hair when the wind blows
Her faith in God even amidst all the turmoils in life
She has the sweetest voice I've ever heared
She has the most beautiful singing voice I've ever heared
She walks fast when she's a little troubled
Her concern for me, whenever I'm sick / out of the weather
She says at least 5 I love you's to me everyday
The way her hand feels in my hand
She makes me laugh when she makes those "cartoon-like" voices and sounds
She sticks her tongue out after she makes a joke (cute)

Reasons 1 - 10

2005-12-27T16:00:00.000+08:00

People have been writing "reasons" they love someone / something... well, this is my version of "reasons" I love someone... particularly... my Fiancé.

Her love for Jesus
She blushes when I compliment her
Her child like attitude - like when she lights-up when she sees anime or anything that interests her (hehehe)
She taps her chin and think-out loud when she's analyzing something - so cute! (I often look at her without her knowing hehehe)
She loves her family so much (they don't know that they are always in her prayers and her mind always)
She tells me that she misses me everyday
The way she says "what" whenever I look at her
She's the most beautiful woman in the world - she's the bomb!
She says she feels that she doesn't deserve me, but in fact I feel I don't deserve her (God is great for having orchestrated everything!)
She laughs at my outrageously corny jokes :P