As they say, we are in the hardest year of marriage, a seven-year itch, and we had a three-dollar meal to celebrate.
May 18 was a special day for us as it was our wedding anniversary. How time flies, and we are now in the seventh year. Many say it's the hardest year or seven-year itch that many broke up and chose to live in separate ways.
So, was my marriage on a rock? It's not, and I'm hoping it won't. Recently, I have always had that roller coaster emotion, which I don't know if it is even valid. I mean those feelings. Perhaps just a few episodes brought by previous pregnancy and boredom at home. Thus, I always pray and try my best to look at the brighter side of life , and this shall be passed.
To enlighten my mind, we attended a holy mass as part of our routine.
On our way to church, we saw these.
The local officials and facilitators are preparing for the yearly sibatan.
What is sibatan?
It's a yearly tradition in their husband's hometown where players ride a bicycle and need to get ribbons attached to the banana trunk using a dart, as you see in the above photo. Each ribbon had corresponding prizes depending on the sponsor.
There are a lot of participants, and yearly, my brother-in-law joins.
The bike's size, balance, and agility also matter.
We had just arrived from the church, and it was hot at past nine in the morning, but it didn't stop them.


This man already has several ribbons. We just stayed there to watch but went home after a while. Caleb is starting to get fussy as we both sweat.
I learned that my brother-in-law got several prizes—a hand fan, rice, cash, etc.
It's our anniversary; should we be celebrating?
My husband isn't here, so inviting the in-laws to come for snacks or dinner would be tiring. That means a lot of work for me. How can I do this while taking care of my little rascal?
However, treating them all dining outside would be expensive, so I decided to have a local pizza. Yes, just my son and me, lol!
We went out past five in the afternoon, and the sky was dark. Thinking it might rain anytime, I just carried him, which was at least a minute's walk!
Half on the way, I realized it was a wrong choice as I could feel the sweating running down my back 🤣. There are tricycles, but I was thinking, too, that this is a perfect exercise. The last time, I weighed 57kgs from 69kgs or more. (69 was my weight during the seven months, and I haven't checked after.)
It was just a small pizza house, but going to the nearest mall was tiring. Also, my last meal at one of Pizza's fast food chains wasn't delicious. So why not support local?

The menu but this caught my attention;

However, I am slightly bitter today, so I ordered the meaty one.
For $3, it was worth it and paired with cold soft drinks. That's perfect!
Cheesy and meaty That's how it tastes.
Of course, Caleb wanted a piece, but I didn't let him, so he was mad 🤣.
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That was a simple celebration that didn't stress you much. Happy wedding anniversary to you and your husband.
Hehhe, I prepare quite celebration now 😆.
Don't want to tire myself as I am always na.
!LADY
I didn't know marriage had that kind of milestone too. From what I learn, marriage is tough and so challenging and even when people have been together for more than 2 decades, suddenly the cracks start getting visible. Then it's really a work to make or break the covenant.
Happy anniversay to both of you and I wish you a long lasting one😊
I kinda want to eat something savory now after seeing the pizza😅
I think marriage become though once you had an offspring.
Yes, its joyful but there are times you forgot to check your partner. Why? Both are focused in raising the child or working for the future. (This is what I experienced now).
So, now I understand what people says before that it was hard to maintain the spark ,😆.
Thanks!
Haha, time to order !Pizza with milktea ?
Buti Hindi nya na apply ang fastest hand in the world🤣.
Kita mo may ketchup na kamay Niya 😆
!PIZZA
We turn soon into seven year too. Marriage can be hard but it's always worth it 💖
Good luck in your marriage 🙂
Relationships will always undergo trials. I believe prayers can enlighten us but also mutual understanding and support are needed. I understand mommies have downtimes especially the burden of taking care of children. Hope you and your hubby stay dedicated towards meeting each others' needs.
Thanks!
Being a Mom was joyful but at times it was tiring emotionally and physically.
!LADY
Happy belated anniversary, any year can be an itch if you let it.
I agree which reminds me how long Mrs T and you been married 😆
Almost 4 times as long as you 🤣
Ah yeah, when will be the golden year?
haha 50 years 🤣🤣
We just had our silver that is enough I think
Happy Anniversary Lhes!
I hope you can celebrate the next one with your husband. Caleb looks big and handsome. Big hugs!
Hey there Eli, thanks.
How are you? It's been a while!
Yeah Caleb is big a, turning one next month 😆.
Happy 7th Wedding Anniversary sa inyoooo. May you celebrate it a hundred years more together. Uwu. Sana tatlo na anakis nyo non 🥴💃🤣. And the sibatan sounds fun! Ang yong pizza, may ganyan dito samin, diko tinatary coz namamahalan pa ako HAHAHAHA. Parang good for 1 lang ang isang box na pizza nila no? Or maybe 2?
I think it's ok for three , I can only have three slices 😆
Congratulations on your seventh year together! The 3-dollar pizza is not bad I guess. Caleb must be happy about it. I'm just wondering about the hubby's whereabouts. Well, for as long as you maintain a harmonious and loving relationship, that is more than celebrating anniversaries together. Happy Anniversary to you and your husband!
Thanks and yeah it's worth it for $3 rather than buying in a fast food.
My husband works abroad and goes home only once a year.
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Bon Appetit It was a sincere celebration. I hope your husband comes and you have a better celebration.
Last 2023 he went on vacation on our anniversary.
He can have a vacation once a year .
!PIZZA
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Happy anniversary! I truly admire your honesty and vulnerability. They say the seventh year is tough, but the way you're holding on, reflecting, and praying through it shows just how deeply you care.
7-year itch is not true based on experience. :) It's really about choosing each other daily and putting the Lord at the center of your marriage. Happy anniversary! :)
Congratulations @lhes!
You raised your level and are now a Dolphin!