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vol 5 # 35 p. 8: Looking For the Perfect Gift

(Joy? Sacrifice? Peace? Commitment? Love?)

“…This Babe Talk issue is not a grocery list of great items you can get at a store or a list of romantic destinations. It’s all about the priceless treasures that you can give your partner for the holiday season. And for those of you who are truly in love, go out there and find unique ways to express that love. Bear in mind too that although there’s a song called “More Than Words,” don’t misread its intentions by keeping your love for her a mystery. No matter what your girlfriend says or does, she still needs to hear it. So don’t stock your love in the Bermuda Triangle…”

 

 

vol 5 # 36 p. 9: Making Relationships Last

“…Some people think that when the magic dies, the love is gone. They throw that love away like an old toy and go off in search of that new dream partner only to be disappointed with the same results. What a waste of time and emotional energy. But what if we look at it differently? What if love only begins after the magic dies? So, instead of searching for a different lover, why not search for something new to love in your partner? Wouldn’t that be better than going through the revolving doors of short-lived affairs? Think about it…”

(J.B., 39, Makati)

“…don’t compare your love story to what you see in the movies or advertisements. Rearranging your love life to match the idealistic portrayals in the media is not realistic or healthy. It will only ruin your enthusiasm in this journey and lead you to think that finding the right partner is the end, and they all lived happily after, etcetera ad infinitum. Life is not picture perfect…”

 

 

vol 5 # 37 p. 7: Spy Boy

(Nico, 21, Alabang)

“…Don’t insist on meeting her and winning her heart just because you believe your boss doesn’t deserve her. Even if you do it all in the name of love, trust me…if you ever got her, in the end, you wouldn’t love her…”

 (Raffy, 19, Katipunan)

“…Dump her. She could be Miss Philippines or Miss Universe but all that glitters isn’t gold. Treat her physical beauty like a mask and truth is, she’s definitely rotten at the core. Don’t succumb to her sweet and seemingly innocent excuse. To exchange the truth for beauty is idolatry. Find someone who’ll be true to you because if you put up with a girl like that, you’ll spend the rest of your time away from her wondering if she’s kissing someone else behind your back…”

 

vol 5 # 38 p. 8: Caught Up

(Wilson, 24, Bulacan)

“…I know you want to make peace with your wife but before you can convince her otherwise, you have to accept the blame for the mess you made. Once you do, you are paving the way for reconciliation. Miracles still exist. Broken trust can be repaired. Vows can be remade. Some marriages bounce back even from the worst case scenarios. But unless you convince yourself that the deception you carried out with both your wife and mistress during your affair was not only wrong but malicious, you won’t be able to convince your wife that you’re truly sorry and willing to change for the better…”

(Jax, 22, Libis)

“…Maybe if you revealed your fears about job security (to your supervisor seductress), she might realize that she’s abusing her position to claim your affection…”

 (Luis, 29, Makati)

“…We live in a real world and in here, you have to fight for the one you love. So, why not just take the risk and tell her? I wish you all the best…”

 Vol 5 # 39 p. 8, My Officemate

 (Vernandsky, 30, Las Pinas)

“…YES, you’re right. It IS bad to steal or court a girl when she’s already in a relationship. However, there are ways to steal a girl from her boyfriend without even courting her…”