There are weekends that just pass by… and then there are weekends that stay with you.
This one? I’ll remember it for a long, long time.
It was my first time flying to Cebu to finally meet my teammate in person. After months of working together remotely—sending emails, attending virtual meetings, and chatting back and forth—we finally had the chance to meet face-to-face. And it happened in such a beautiful setting: Casa FeliCita, a quiet and cozy private resort that felt like the perfect place for a mix of work, rest, and fun.
We arrived at the resort around 6 PM. By then, our Cebu teammates were already there, setting up and preparing dinner. As soon as we walked in, we were welcomed with warm smiles, good vibes, and the incredible smell of home-cooked food. It immediately felt like family.
We had a quick and super fun game that instantly brought out everyone’s competitive side! A question would flash on the screen, and each team had to answer as fast as they could. The pressure was on — it was all about speed and accuracy!
Everyone was shouting their answers and raising their hands like lightning. It was chaotic in the best way possible! And guess what? Yey! Our team scored the highest! We were quick, sharp, and totally in sync. That little game definitely brought a lot of laughs and energy to the night — such a fun way to break the ice!
And yes!~ It's dinner time! My best part of this day! haha.
And let me just say—the food? Wow. Everything tasted amazing. It wasn’t just delicious; it felt comforting, like something made with love. That alone made our long trip from Subic to Cebu absolutely worth it.
When we arrived at Casa FeliCita, our teammates from Cebu had already prepared a mouthwatering dinner spread for us.
There were crispy calamares, golden lumpiang shanghai, and the highlight of the night — crabs smothered in the most flavorful sauce I’ve ever tasted! It wasn't just about the food — it was about the thoughtful effort behind it. What a delicious way to kick off our weekend together!
Now, here’s the fun part of the weekend—and probably one of my favorite moments. We had an exchange gift, but with a twist!
At first, it was just a plan to bring practical items worth at least ₱200—simple, useful things like hygiene kits, Berocca vitamins, kitchenware, wallets, even diapers. Everyone had the freedom to choose what to give, and some even went the extra mile and brought more than one item. It was really thoughtful and sweet.
But then… the surprise twist! 😄
To get a gift, we had to draw a card from a deck. If you picked a Jack, Queen, or King, you got to grab a prize. And just like that, it turned into a mini game night—lots of cheering, laughing, teasing, and hoping to pull the right card. It was so much fun watching everyone’s reactions, from nervous giggles to loud cheers when someone got lucky.
Even those who didn’t pick a lucky card were smiling—because really, it wasn’t about the prize. It was about the moment. It was about sharing laughter, feeling like a team, and making memories we’ll talk about long after the weekend is over.
After all the activities, we stayed up just talking—sharing stories, jokes, and quiet thoughts over coffee or by the pool. No pressure, no roles—just people enjoying each other’s company.
Thank you, Cebu team, for your warmth, your effort, and your friendship. I’ll never forget this weekend. Here's to more real conversations, laughter-filled nights, and memories that make us feel at home, no matter where we are.