Happy 5th Anniversary, my superstar.
For you, a guitar...
so you can fill our home with beautiful music again.
I love you endlessly.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
TURNING 25.
I've been asked so many times lately what I want to do or simply what I want for my birthday. This time last year, my wish list was already up and posted here but now I can't seem to think of literally ANYTHING that I really wish for on my birthday. Does this mean I've outgrown wish lists? (Nooooo!) Or does this simply mean I've grown? That feels a little sad. It's sad how some things change when we get to a certain age. I refuse to believe that just because people age means that they have to let go of some of the things they used to do when they were younger. I guess it's just up to us to keep the child in us alive in some ways.
And to stay true to that statement and for the sake of tradition as well, here's my very well thought of wish list for my 25th:
And to stay true to that statement and for the sake of tradition as well, here's my very well thought of wish list for my 25th:
Breakfast Buffet
I ABSOLUTELY love buffet breakfast! There's just something about it that I find very appetizing compared with buffet lunch or dinner. Alex and I (and maybe Apple, too) are already planning on going to Vivere on the morning of my birthday for this. Yay to that!
Lots and lots and lots of make up and make up tools!
Because someday, I will be a professional make-up artist :)
Make up box
For all the make up I'll receive. Haha!
FitFlops
Calling my sister's attention! This is exactly the style I want. Hehe :)
Hair Treatment
No, I don't want to meet her nor do I want to look like her. I want my hair to look like hers after a treatment. Suntok sa buwan yan but what the hell. She's P'nam from the movie "A Crazy Little Thing Called Love", by the way.
A day of pampering
Manicure-pedicure-massage-facial all in one day! This will probably be my birthday gift for myself :)
Denim cut-offs
I want something exactly like this.
Tinkerbell Pen with laser light
Because I lost mine just recently :( I bought it at the Japan Store in Festival Mall, I hope they still have it.
And for the wishes I'm not able to say with a photo...
I wish for a more fruitful life,
days that are less monotonous,
protection from harm and bad vibes,
better compensation,
direction and stability in my career,
lessons on make up artistry,
more hosting gigs,
stronger relationship with God,
opportunities to be more patient, loving and wise,
time for experiencing new things, meeting new people, going to places I've never been to and seeing things I dream of,
more years of stronger, more passionate and more loving relationship with Alex,
faith,
hope
and pixie dust.
Haha!
Cheers to turning 25!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
DANCING IN SEPTEMBER.
So I've been a bit busy lately. Mainly because of work. It's really hard being assigned in Makati, knowing that I can be assigned in Sucat or Alabang. I feel tired everyday because of the commute. And the transactions I handle are not helping any. To be fair, I've been slowly adjusting to my colleagues in Makati. They have been kind but the relationship is not personal. We don't talk much about our personal lives, everything is purely work-related. I guess that's how it's always gonna be--and that's fine by me. Lately it's just been going to work then going straight home. And when I get home I don't feel like moving. I just lie there til I fall asleep. That's how tired I get.
On a happier note though, I've also been busy planning my good friend Kat's Baby Shower and preparing for a hosting gig for a debut. Yay to that! This Saturday will be the 18th birthday party--I'm so excited and so nervous at the same time! I've been trying to put together my script and I must admit that it's not very easy. Ah, I remember all the scripts I wrote back in college too! Though none of those were for a debut or events similar to that. I'm still trying to decide what kind of emcee I'll be. I want to make it fun without going overboard or making it look like a stand up comedy, especially since the event will be a bit formal. I just don't want to be stiff, if you know what I mean. Pressure! Syempre I'll be the one to set the mood. Jeez, I hope I'll do just fine. But oh, I don't have anything to wear yet! And I don't know how to do my hair or my make up! Pero hindi naman ako ang celebrant so most definitely I'd go simple lang.
Next Saturday, September 10, it's going to be the baby shower! Ako nanaman ang ringleader, like always. But it's so fun planning everything! I'm excited about the games and the decorations and the prizes. And I'll be cooking carbonara too! I hope everything goes according to plan. I'm not gonna say what the other details are para surprise pa din kahit papaano.
It's September 1 today!!! So many things to be happy about this month! I'm turning 25 and Alex and I are turning 5! So exciting!
Good vibes all the way!
On a happier note though, I've also been busy planning my good friend Kat's Baby Shower and preparing for a hosting gig for a debut. Yay to that! This Saturday will be the 18th birthday party--I'm so excited and so nervous at the same time! I've been trying to put together my script and I must admit that it's not very easy. Ah, I remember all the scripts I wrote back in college too! Though none of those were for a debut or events similar to that. I'm still trying to decide what kind of emcee I'll be. I want to make it fun without going overboard or making it look like a stand up comedy, especially since the event will be a bit formal. I just don't want to be stiff, if you know what I mean. Pressure! Syempre I'll be the one to set the mood. Jeez, I hope I'll do just fine. But oh, I don't have anything to wear yet! And I don't know how to do my hair or my make up! Pero hindi naman ako ang celebrant so most definitely I'd go simple lang.
Next Saturday, September 10, it's going to be the baby shower! Ako nanaman ang ringleader, like always. But it's so fun planning everything! I'm excited about the games and the decorations and the prizes. And I'll be cooking carbonara too! I hope everything goes according to plan. I'm not gonna say what the other details are para surprise pa din kahit papaano.
It's September 1 today!!! So many things to be happy about this month! I'm turning 25 and Alex and I are turning 5! So exciting!
Good vibes all the way!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
SECRET IDOL.
So I've been reading my secret idol's blog entries from about 7 years ago. It's amazing how she was able to keep it updated for the last 7 or 8 years. What's really nice about it is that you can really see how much she's changed and matured over the years, even her style of writing changed a bit. I wonder, I know this is a long shot but if I ever get to meet her and talk to her, feeling ko I'd learn so much from her. At feeling ko magiging contest ng padaldalan yun. Ang saya diba? And nakakatuwa coz I found out we have some things in common like she also loves plucking her eyebrows (I dunno if she still does that now, maybe someone plucks them for her) and.. and... that's all I remember. Haha! Basta I realized I see some of myself in her. Some lang naman.
In a way I kinda envy her coz even if she also went through that stage of not knowing what you really want to be or what you really want to do, she still ended up going after her dreams. At napaka-amazing nun para sa isang taong katulad ko na hindi alam kung ano talaga ang gusto. I know for sure I don't want to stay in this industry but then I'm having a hard time deciding kasi nga I don't know what I really want to do. What am I passionate about? What do I find most fulfilling? What are my strengths? Where do I see myself succeeding? It's so hard, feeling ko puro kaartehan lang kasi ang naiisip ko kaya ganun.
Sino'ng hindi dumaan sa "quarter life crisis"? Galing galing naman.
Oh, you probably noticed my style of writing kind of changed, naging taglish masyado. Pardon me, nagpapaka-secret idol mode ako. Just for today.
In a way I kinda envy her coz even if she also went through that stage of not knowing what you really want to be or what you really want to do, she still ended up going after her dreams. At napaka-amazing nun para sa isang taong katulad ko na hindi alam kung ano talaga ang gusto. I know for sure I don't want to stay in this industry but then I'm having a hard time deciding kasi nga I don't know what I really want to do. What am I passionate about? What do I find most fulfilling? What are my strengths? Where do I see myself succeeding? It's so hard, feeling ko puro kaartehan lang kasi ang naiisip ko kaya ganun.
Sino'ng hindi dumaan sa "quarter life crisis"? Galing galing naman.
Oh, you probably noticed my style of writing kind of changed, naging taglish masyado. Pardon me, nagpapaka-secret idol mode ako. Just for today.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
WHERE THE HEART IS.
What is a home? Is it a place or a feeling?
How long before you feel "at home" with a place or a person?
The dictionary defines home in various ways; whether it is used as a noun, as an adjective or as a verb, it is commonly pertained to as a place, as an object if you may.
What does it mean to be home? How do you know if you're home?
For me, home is a feeling.
In a person's lifetime, one can feel at home with many different people and in many different places. Perhaps that's why there's this thing we call "comfort zone". And if one is taken away from their comfort zones, they experience a great deal of unease and uncertainty. Put them in an unfamiliar place and you get someone who is lost and probably scared. Probably.
I'd like to think that I'm the kind of person who can easily adjust and adapt. I normally find it easy to make friends or acquaintances at least. Perhaps it is because I am very open and VERY talkative. This doesn't mean though, that I easily let just anyone in. To put it simply, home is not everywhere for me.
My job (or my boss, I think) requires me to move around a bit. I guess it is inevitable, given that the company I'm working with is in its early beginnings. Since I've started, I've been moved twice to different locations. First from Makati to Sucat then from Sucat to Alabang. Fast forward. I'm moving for the 3rd time. And this time, I'm doing it with a heavy heart.
Not to be too emotional or anything but really, this is the hardest move I've ever had to make. I was in Sucat for the longest time and that is really where I felt the most at home, with the place and more importantly, with the people. They became my work family. When I moved to Alabang, I was a bit hesitant and it took me a while to adjust. I kept waiting to feel at home with the place... and I'm still waiting. Yesterday, I had a chance to let it sink in that I really was about to leave... then it hit me. The people in Alabang, my friends, they're what I can call home.
I admit, it has not been easy for me to get to know each of them but when I finally did, it was such a blessing.
Macee--She was always fun to be around. With her I can talk about the most mundane topics and yet still find something in it to laugh about. The sound of her laugh is priceless. She is one of the most real people I have ever known.
JC--He has always been reserved that's why every time he has something to say, I take the time to really listen. Super intelligent in his own way at funny even when he doesn't mean to crack a joke. JC, I will never forget the day I discussed the RH bill and Divorce with you. Winner ka!
Chase--What can I say? Napaka-sweet! Seriously! I will miss his swabe hirits and fleeting hugs. And his very malambing voice.
Ira--How do I even begin to describe who she is to me? She's everyone's shock absorber but she'll always be my "arte buddy". I have never met anyone so arte and so cute while doing it! I super enjoy her company and even if she argues, she is like an Ate to me.
They're the group of the most amazing people I've ever worked with. Along with my Sucat family, of course. Paano ka naman hindi malulungkot na mahihiwalay ka sa kanila? I am sure I will still see them from time to time (hindi pwedeng hinde!) so for now I will just say,
See you around.
I will miss you everyday.
How long before you feel "at home" with a place or a person?
The dictionary defines home in various ways; whether it is used as a noun, as an adjective or as a verb, it is commonly pertained to as a place, as an object if you may.
What does it mean to be home? How do you know if you're home?
For me, home is a feeling.
In a person's lifetime, one can feel at home with many different people and in many different places. Perhaps that's why there's this thing we call "comfort zone". And if one is taken away from their comfort zones, they experience a great deal of unease and uncertainty. Put them in an unfamiliar place and you get someone who is lost and probably scared. Probably.
I'd like to think that I'm the kind of person who can easily adjust and adapt. I normally find it easy to make friends or acquaintances at least. Perhaps it is because I am very open and VERY talkative. This doesn't mean though, that I easily let just anyone in. To put it simply, home is not everywhere for me.
My job (or my boss, I think) requires me to move around a bit. I guess it is inevitable, given that the company I'm working with is in its early beginnings. Since I've started, I've been moved twice to different locations. First from Makati to Sucat then from Sucat to Alabang. Fast forward. I'm moving for the 3rd time. And this time, I'm doing it with a heavy heart.
Not to be too emotional or anything but really, this is the hardest move I've ever had to make. I was in Sucat for the longest time and that is really where I felt the most at home, with the place and more importantly, with the people. They became my work family. When I moved to Alabang, I was a bit hesitant and it took me a while to adjust. I kept waiting to feel at home with the place... and I'm still waiting. Yesterday, I had a chance to let it sink in that I really was about to leave... then it hit me. The people in Alabang, my friends, they're what I can call home.
I admit, it has not been easy for me to get to know each of them but when I finally did, it was such a blessing.
Macee--She was always fun to be around. With her I can talk about the most mundane topics and yet still find something in it to laugh about. The sound of her laugh is priceless. She is one of the most real people I have ever known.
JC--He has always been reserved that's why every time he has something to say, I take the time to really listen. Super intelligent in his own way at funny even when he doesn't mean to crack a joke. JC, I will never forget the day I discussed the RH bill and Divorce with you. Winner ka!
Chase--What can I say? Napaka-sweet! Seriously! I will miss his swabe hirits and fleeting hugs. And his very malambing voice.
Ira--How do I even begin to describe who she is to me? She's everyone's shock absorber but she'll always be my "arte buddy". I have never met anyone so arte and so cute while doing it! I super enjoy her company and even if she argues, she is like an Ate to me.
They're the group of the most amazing people I've ever worked with. Along with my Sucat family, of course. Paano ka naman hindi malulungkot na mahihiwalay ka sa kanila? I am sure I will still see them from time to time (hindi pwedeng hinde!) so for now I will just say,
See you around.
I will miss you everyday.
Meet Ira, Macee, Chase and JC :)
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
THOUGHTS ON A RAINY DAY.
We're no longer allowed to access FB and stream videos here at work (BOO!), it's the only thing I ever look forward to everyday and now it's taken away from us :(
Given this unfortunate incident (yes, unfortunate talaga!) I looked for an alternative so I'd be less bored while I sit here watching the rain. Luckily, I came across Bianca Gonzales' blog site www.iamsuperbianca.com and surprisingly I enjoyed reading her posts. She seems very intelligent with the way she writes and narrates her day-to-day experiences, her photos are interesting plus, her outreach activities are very inspiring. While browsing through her site, I remembered I had my own! I've always attempted to keep my own blog site updated but I've always failed at it. Probably because I am seldom inspired by my daily activities. Which is a sad thing, really. I realized, maybe I need to do something to make my days more interesting. The hard part is figuring out what it is I need to do.
Look for a new job maybe? Take up a new hobby? Read more books? Learn something new?
Let's see what I can come up with. Perhaps I can now keep this blog site updated.
Given this unfortunate incident (yes, unfortunate talaga!) I looked for an alternative so I'd be less bored while I sit here watching the rain. Luckily, I came across Bianca Gonzales' blog site www.iamsuperbianca.com and surprisingly I enjoyed reading her posts. She seems very intelligent with the way she writes and narrates her day-to-day experiences, her photos are interesting plus, her outreach activities are very inspiring. While browsing through her site, I remembered I had my own! I've always attempted to keep my own blog site updated but I've always failed at it. Probably because I am seldom inspired by my daily activities. Which is a sad thing, really. I realized, maybe I need to do something to make my days more interesting. The hard part is figuring out what it is I need to do.
Look for a new job maybe? Take up a new hobby? Read more books? Learn something new?
Let's see what I can come up with. Perhaps I can now keep this blog site updated.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
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