Purex 2023 Yearbook optimized

Jun & Marivic
Jenna (26), JJ (24), Matthew (20)
2022 was a tough and challenging year for our entire Purex Family alone,
But 2023 brought us blessings all around, with celebrations, achievements, and a couple of
milestones.
Three years after the world shut down, so much has changed.
Special occasions that were put to halt, now have taken place.
This year was full of travel, weddings, and events,
To catch up on all the missed opportunities, the postponements everyone wanted to prevent.
After 14 years in the making, our eldest niece Kristen finally tied the knot.
Part 1 started with an intimate church wedding, with the immediate family on the spot.
A simple ceremony in March, uniting the lovebirds, Phil and Kris.
All in attendance with the exception of OJ, who we all still truly miss.
Part 2 was filled with enjoyment that took place on April Fool’s Day,
A beautiful day to remember in Oceanside for a weekend getaway.
The ambience, the venue, the decor - a complete work of art
Happy memories once again made with the hashtag - #KrisPhilsMyHeart.
Our first international trip in June was traveling to the UK,
With Marivic competing with other Golden Girls around the world who don’t play.
She placed Top 5 in the World, amongst ladies who were empowering and not at all snobby,
Where fitness and bodybuilding is a lifestyle and no longer a hobby.
From Manchester, England - a short flight to Lisbon, Portugal was the next stop.
Where our friend’s holy matrimony took place in a historical villa, above a castletop.
Forte de Cruz Venue had breathtaking views of the sea.
Cocktail at sunset, dinner in the evening, surrounded by Palm and tamarind trees.
The month of July was filled with so many days where more memories were made.
First on the agenda was a trip to Singapore to start our escapade.
Unlike Crazy Rich Asians, we were more like tourists during the day,
Exploring Botanic Gardens, Merlion Park, and Gardens by the Bay.
We walked, took Uber, rode the MRT to get to all the attractions,
And ate at a Hawker locale which filled our tummies to satisfaction.
Our last night was spent fine dining at Lavo inside Marina Bay Sands,
Indulging in Italian cuisine, before our morning flight to the next Asian land.
Bali, Indonesia was the next destination on our list,