i am asfer

Tweet Free

2011-11-01T13:25:00.006+08:00

Today marks the start of my 30-day hiatus from the social networking sites Facebook and Twitter.

Someone told me I must be really hooked on these social networking sites, especially Twitter, and I could not probably live without them. So I am challenging myself and staying away from Twitter and Facebook for 30 days. No tweets, no status updates, no uploading of photos. I won't even peek to check my friends' tweets and posts.

Surprisingly, I find myself looking forward to the 30 days of being Twitter and FB-free. You can imagine the pain these two sites have given me in the past few months, so I am embracing this self-imposed hiatus. Never mind that I would probably be the last to know about the latest happenings with my friends and co-workers. Then again, it may also save me from seeing all those posts that could be really painful. ^_^

So let's bring it on!

And by the way, no, I'm not staying away from blogger. :)

Dork Alert

2011-10-13T07:53:00.002+08:00

I am such a dork!

I so wanted to stay and talk, but the old socially inept me won over the new-trying-to-be-intrepid-seize-the-moment Asfer. But that fleeting albeit embarrassing moment completed my day though.

I can't stop smiling. Heeeeee. ♥

My Umbrella

2011-08-10T13:15:00.004+08:00

Sticks and stones may break my bones but words won't hurt me.

So not true.

Words are very powerful, really. The damage they can do to a person.

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Despite the negativity today, I still have one thing to be grateful for. Thank you for putting some sense into my head and for the those few precious laughs. Although things are not the way I want them to be, somehow, by being there, you were able to lift the heavy heart.

Thank you .♥

Heartburn

2011-07-28T03:33:00.003+08:00

The heart's at it again.

I've been experiencing chest constrictions lately. I'm not even sure if it is something psychological. Some friends say it could be heartburn. Another says my heart is just filled with too much emotion it could burst. I say I'm just consuming too much caffeine from those bottles/cans of Coke and cups of coffee.

And oh, did I mention those butterflies in my tummy are partying again.

Lessons

2011-07-20T16:40:00.008+08:00

Learned some very valuable lessons on friendship (and on relationships in general), today.

When you're heart is filled with love, there'd be no more room for pride. That hateful pride.

You know how we all go through those tampuhan blues with our friends. Whenever I feel slighted or hurt by someone dear to me, instead of letting the person know, I would resort to the cold shoulder treatment: that i'm-not-talking-to-you-figure-out-what-you've-done-and-better-make-it-up-to-me attitude. This infantile behavior, trust me, did not get things work out the way I wanted them to. No matter how petty the reason of the rift may be, when pride gets in the way, it could lead to something really damaging to a relationship. I have realized, it won't hurt at all to eat that humble pie and reach out first. At the end of the day, it would not even matter who made the first move to patch things up. You'd be too happy and relieved to even care.

Communication is very important.

It's really not too hard to talk to friends once you got pride out of the way. Open communication is vital to any relationship, I learned that lesson the hard way. Trust me, it's not a great feeling when you are not talking to your friends or loved ones. When you want to say something, talk to the person and not to others. Issues won't go away on their own and it would only complicate things if parties not concerned are brought into the picture.

Friendship means loyalty.

When your universe is crumbling down, and when entire the world seems to be against you, a loyal friend will make a big difference. Knowing someone is there who believes in you despite what everyone else is saying, staunchly defends you to their harsh judgment, that's what loyalty is all about. Simply being there for a friend in dire straits. Most important, even at times when you knew that the person is at the wrong side of the track, you are still there saying "hey I got your back". No, it does not mean tolerating the wrongdoings, but rather showing your friendship in the truest sense of the word.

Oh I knew these lessons by theory, I just did not notice that I was not applying them in real life. But hey, I'm a fast learner, but still a work in progress.

This piece, I dedicate to my bestest friends in the world. Thank you for the years of loyalty, steadfast love, forgiveness and acceptance. And to you two, thank you for these lessons. I learned them the hard way, but I think I'm going be an even more awesome friend from now on! :)

Torrential Tears

2011-04-12T15:09:00.004+08:00

I have always known that I am a bit of a crybaby. Well, maybe more than a little bit. The littlest things could send me in a sobbing frenzy - a sentimental TV ad, a romantic movie scene, a line from a book, a song, a heartfelt compliment. The list could go on. I am that pathetic. Even when upset, if I can't pour out my emotions, I cry.

I have been suppressing my emotions lately. Not sharing what's really running through my head and especially what's in my heart for fear of, well because of fear. Period. Probably, I am so used to keeping things that really matter inside that I find it so hard sharing them with other people. Or maybe, it's just so hard for me to trust. There are only a very few friends I can really open my heart to without the fear of being judged.

Yesterday, the dam broke. Nothing really dramatic, but once it started, it was difficult to stop. If someone asked me why, what happened, my answer would have been I don't know. I still don't have the answer. I still don't understand what I am going through. This confusion and the fear of not knowing what to do, most likely, are the culprits.

One of these days though, I'll finally have the answer. Once I get the courage to admit and face the truth. Only then will I understand.

:)

Heavy Heart

2011-04-11T10:32:00.012+08:00

I know they just wanted to have fun, and I know they did not mean any harm. But friends can sometimes be so pakialamera that they dont know they're already putting you in an embarrassing and compromising situation.

Rants.

My heart feels so heavy today, I want to cry my heart out. Must be all the stress and confusion I've been experiencing lately. Plus PMS.

I know I'm not making any sense and I don't care.

:((

The One That Got Away

2011-04-10T11:11:00.003+08:00

For the love that was almost there..

In another life, I would make you stay..
So I don't have to say that you're the one that got away.

Before Sunrise, Before Sunset

2011-03-08T18:38:00.006+08:00

There's just something about the sun rising and sun setting that I find so captivating.

Sunrise at Mactan Bridge, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

Sunset in Basdaku, Moalboal, Cebu

I do not love you..

2011-02-28T14:21:00.005+08:00

Sonnet XVII
Pablo Neruda

I do not love you as if you were salt-rose, or topaz,
or the arrow of carnations the fire shoots off.
I love you as certain dark things are to be loved,
in secret, between the shadow and the soul.

I love you as the plant that never blooms
but carries in itself the light of hidden flowers;
thanks to your love a certain solid fragrance,
risen from the earth, lives darkly in my body.

I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where.
I love you straightforwardly, without complexities or pride;
so I love you because I know no other way
than this: where I does not exist, nor you,
so close that your hand on my chest is my hand,
so close that your eyes close as I fall asleep.

Silver Lining

2011-02-11T18:46:00.010+08:00

"Behind every storm cloud is a silver lining."

This old adage has been my mantra in the last few days. My life, in every aspect, is in such a turmoil. Maybe I'm at the peak of what they call quarter-life crisis. Whatever this is I am going through, I am in dire need of every encouragement I could get. Seeing this beautiful spectacle one afternoon feels like I just got the best cheer, and from the Master above nonetheless. Now, I feel I can go on and move forward no matter what's thrown at me - because I know, something wonderful is just waiting to happen. I am that positive. Thank You Papa God. :)

Devastated.

2011-02-09T16:22:00.006+08:00

There I was, smiling like a silly little girl because we're talking. Then suddenly, you said those words. And I don't know why I felt so horrible. Yet there I was, still all smiles, when deep inside, my heart was crying.

Now, I know how Mercedes felt when she was belting Bust Your Windows.

Aray.

Carpe Diem

2011-02-02T22:21:00.003+08:00

Contemplating on finally getting my ears pierced.

This is going to a be life-changing decision, but I'd like to make the move and take the risk.

I realized being too cautious and guarded can be really boring and won't let you get anywhere. It's high time I embrace what life has to offer. I am seizing the day.

Live. Laugh. LOVE! :)

Hopeful and Clueless

2011-01-30T16:58:00.004+08:00

Our Boracay trip was canceled because of a not-so-unexpected project at work. I won't lose sleep over it though. Bora will not be going away any time soon and I was not that thrilled to travel anyway, what with the weather these days. I know I'll be hitting Bora's beach soon.

Anyhow, another trip's coming up and I'm pretty excited about this! Take me back in your arms, Manila! I am fervently praying for a very fine weather that weekend. 'Cause we're going to see some hot air balloons baby, and possibly (another fervent prayer) even get to ride on one. I just have so much hope and love for this trip, I hope I won't be disappointed.

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My heart's in a dilemma these days. I can't remember going through anything like this before, it's so frustrating to be so clueless. Be still, my heart, please.

Self Inquisition

2011-01-25T16:07:00.005+08:00

Is this what I want?

What the heck am I doing here?

Why am I still here?

Am I still happy?

Questions that keep popping out of my mind lately. In the past, I have always been able to brush them off, and would always find the answers to keep me going. These days, it's a daily battle for me to look for those positive answers. The voice that has been reminding me of the reasons to stay has lost its confidence. I'm afraid it may never find its strength again. That feeble voice will eventually die.

Huggables

2011-01-22T19:24:00.002+08:00

I've always thought stuffed toys are given to those you hold dear to your heart. And I've never received one before. Usually, family and friends give me practical gifts such as books and other geeky stuff. I'm not complaining, though. Like I always tell those who'd listen, it's the thought that counts. I've always been one of those people who's super appreciative of whatever gift I received. I may be very picky most of the time but if it's something given, mababaw ang kaligayahan ko. But sometimes, it also feels great to receive impractical gift like a stuffed toy, flowers and chocolates. After all, I'll always have the heart of a little girl. :) On my birthday, I received not one, but two huggables! Nevermind though that I kept reminding (read: nagging) friends of how I'd like to get one on Christmas or on my birthday, still they were gifts.

Finally, I now own two stuffed toys, thank you Roan and R.

Meet Sir Lancelot the Mangy Dog and King Arthur the Teddy Bear :)

Fireworks

2011-01-17T19:54:00.000+08:00

There's just something about fireworks that I find so romantic.

'Cause baby you're a firework...

Ain't No Mountain High Enough

2011-01-11T20:02:00.006+08:00

It's been more than 10 years since I last climbed a mountain. The past for years since I started working, I have seriously missed the outdoors. To be more specific, I've missed mountain climbing. Back in college in Elbi, I chose Outdoor Recreations for my PE 2 and as our professor would say about the course- "It's anything and everything under the sun." In less than 6 months, I climbed 2 mountains, Mt. Majayjay and Mt. Famy, both are located in Laguna, bordering Quezon. Although I have been exposed to outdoor activities like hiking and trekking as a kid, being an active girl scout in grade school, these were actually the first serious climbing experiences I've had. I swore to myself, I'd conquer Mt. Apo before I get past the age of 28. Now, I'm already of that age but I have yet to scale its summit.

I am working on it though. And I have already started my preparations for this arduous climb. January 9 of this, I and a few adventure-seeker friends reached Cebu's highest point, Osmeña Peak. Boy, it sure feels great to conquer a mountain once again!

Sana tuluy-tuloy na. Mt. Apo on Holy Week baby!

Homey Christmas

2010-12-30T20:48:00.004+08:00

After four Christmases away from home, I was home on the most wonderful time of the year. Even though I was only home from December 25-29 (yes, I'll be working on New Year) , I still count it as blessing to have spent Christmas with loved ones. It was even made more special and merry because we now have 3 kids in the family!

Merry Christmas!

Crashed.

2010-11-17T14:22:00.011+08:00

I haven't felt like this in such a long long time. Probably that's why I'm having such a hard time dealing with it. My emotions are in turmoil and I can't even begin to describe how I feel these days.

Butterflies in my stomach. Daydreaming. Smiling like crazy for no reason at all. Heart beats fast and then stops at the same time. I was in for a major roller coaster ride. But it was not meant to be.

Just like that, I crashed. Even before I could take off.

Why did you have to come and make life so complicated?

Goodbye Einstein.

2010-09-06T15:03:00.001+08:00

You have been such a loyal and good friend. You've been there during the happiest and lowest times of my life. One of the best friends I ever had, you will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you for the 9 great years of friendship, loyalty and steadfast love. I will miss you, Einstein.♥

Summer Kickoff

2010-03-20T10:53:00.016+08:00

I have fallen in love with summer! ♥

While the entire country was anticipating Pacquiao's bout with Clottey, we were on our way to what Au called the Camotes "hangover" (though I don't have the faintest idea why she used that word). So off we went, 30-45 minutes bus ride from the city to Danao, 2 hours travel by sea from Danao to Consuelo port, then 15-20 minutes land travel from the port to the resort. It wasn't so bad, considering the travel durations of my previous trips to Malapascua, Bantayan and Sumilon.

Danao Port

I wasn't really expecting too much from Camotes. I thought, it's just a nice strip of white sand beach. Sus, perte man diay kanindot sa Santiago Bay! The never-ending shoreline, the crystal clear water, the pristine white sand beach - it definitely exceeded my expectations! Talk about a wonderful surprise!

Santiago Bay

View from our room and from the front desk our resort. Lunch at Santiago Bay Resort's restaurant.

Tour de Camotes: Lake Danao, Timubo Cave and Mangodlong Rock Resort.

One of the trip's highlights, the sunset in Santiago Bay! It was just glorious!!!

And then another day in paradise.

And our island getaway wouldn't be complete without the pictorials of jump shots, tumbling shots and having-the-time-of-our-lives shots!

Now this is the way to welcome summer!

Colorblind.

2010-03-07T16:07:00.006+08:00

Colorblind

(Overtone)

And it's not just a game

You can't throw me awayI put all I had on the line

And I give and you take

And I played the high stakes

I've won and I've lost

But, I'm fine

Hear me say I'll rise up 'til the end

Hear me say I'll stand up for my friends

And I crash to the ground

And it's just my own sound

I drop in the blink of an eyeI'm colorblind
And your milky way fight

Won't stop my delight

You keep me and lock me away

And it's dark and it's bright

It's your colorful pride that kept me here 9000 days
Hear me say I'll see the sky again

Hear me say I'll drive for you my friend

There's a noise in the crowd

But it's just my own shout

A stumble I fall and I pray

Hear you say your eyes see green again

In the end we'll lived up holding hands

Yes, we'll spark in the nightWe'll be colorblind

And these are the lives we gave
Hear me say I'll rise up 'til the end

Hear me say that I'll stand beside my friends

I won't stay on the floorI will settle the score

A stumble I fall and I pray

Hear me say it's time we stop talking

Eye to eye we see a different face

Yes we we've conquered the war

With love at the core

A stumble I fall, but I'll stay

Colorblind.

Watch Invictus - it's a very inspiring film. :)

On top!

2010-03-05T04:12:00.003+08:00

Woohoo! Feels great to be on top!

Bohol Sunrise.

2010-02-10T16:31:00.003+08:00

This is how Bohol starts its day. ♥

Hiatus Ended.

2010-02-06T18:10:00.006+08:00

Hi Bloggie! :-)

I've missed you. It's been sooo long since I wrote you a pretty decent entry. I missed posting my musings here. Talk about my new year's resolution of writing blog entries more often. Just been really swamped with work lately. And you know me, I have major issues with time management. Met a new confidant by the way. You know Twitter right? Well, we got introduced summer of last year but only have come to really well-acquainted in August. Did I mention I was super-duper busy, so since I did not have time to confide in you the goings-on in my messy life, I got to know Twitter better, and boy, that bird makes a good sounding board. He also had a lot of celebrity friends, so there! :-) Always on the go, he became a constant companion, absorbing all my frustrations and he lets me rant and rave all I want, though at only 140 characters at a time. But of course, you are still the best! I just feel you don't deserve to be updated with only a few sentences, hence Twitter. :)

Anyhow, I will have more time for you now although Twitter would still be there. I shall try to keep my word of keeping in touch with you at least once a month. This shouldn't be too hard now that I'm in a new LOB. My new boss isn't that demanding, though we still have to be always on our toes. I have a new team, by the way - and they are one of the reason work is not so stressful these days. Doesn't feel like work at all when you are with people that inspire you and you are having so much fun!

Deluge.

2009-11-24T11:50:00.005+08:00

As the old adage goes - "When it rains, it pours."
Ever felt like the problems just keep pouring in? Like it never stops? Na hindi ka pa nakabawi sa naunang dagok, ay heto na naman?
I can't describe how I feel at this very moment. Disappointed, angry, hurt, disillusioned. Gaaah. I feel like I am about to explode with all these negative emotions inside.

I just need to have a good long cry. And then I'll see the rainbow after this deluge.

Living the Dream.

2009-11-09T17:37:00.003+08:00

Sumilon - dream come true.

Tweet. Tweet.

2009-09-30T17:32:00.004+08:00

I am now officially a Twitter beast. I signed up for this micro-blogging website a long time ago but only just discovered the pleasures it can give! :)

I'm in love.

2009-06-05T14:26:00.015+08:00

Indeed I am! I am in love - with love! Everybody seems to be in love these days and I can't help but fall in love with the feeling. Sheeeshhh. People around me are in throes of despair or giddy with too much happiness or too lovesick to know what's going on all because they caught the lovebug. Ang ebidensya?

May mga namumuong loveteam sa floor.
Si Roanjean, nagpakulot - hapit na yata magkauyab. Charrrrrr!
Si Ella mukhang nalaglag na.
May boyfriend na si Honey.
Love overdoze = Jill
Nawawala sa budget at diet si R.

Good thing I'm immune to the virus. Char lang. Mao na ni ang gitawag nga "living vicariously". Tsk tsk tsk.

Asfer, pangita na lang tingali ug uyab. Hahaha.

Tanned.

2009-05-12T15:08:00.005+08:00

Malapascua is.. paradise. ^_^

Ang Huling El Bimbo.

2009-03-13T10:53:00.005+08:00

Flew to Manila with Kimee and Maia last weekend for the much awaited Eraserheads Live : The Final Set concert. Was given this one last chance since I didn't get to watch their 1st reunion concert last August 30,2008, only saw it on DVD. Buti na lang mabait si Bro :) This time, I experienced the real thing. Gaaaaahhddd! Di nako ma-explain akong gibati. All I can say - one hell of a concert and I may never get over this experience. The last time I have seen the Fab Four perform live was back in 1999 in UPLB and seeing them together again was all worth the ten years wait.

It was such a downer that DSLR cams were supposedly not allowed only to see a lot of Canon XXXDs and Nikon DXXs inside the concert grounds. I had Honey carry my Canon 450D I was clutching all day while strolling around MOA. Ayan tuloy, walang matinong shots akong nakuha mula sa Silver A kong pwesto gamit ang point and shoot cam na nadekwat ko. WTF. Another bummer - our spot in the concert grounds. Pahamak kasi si Kimee :p - sabi nya OK lang and Silver dahil malamang kung maaga kami at nauna kami sa pwesto, para na rin kaming nasa Gold. Ayun, dahil sa ang tatangkad ng kasama namin sa Silver section, kandahaba ang leeg ko para lang makita ang apat. We tried to ugrade our tickets to Gold when we found out about our position, but since our tickets were already torn, they no longer accommodated the request. And Kimee was late and only entered the grounds at the start of the second set. Good thing Maia and I did not wait for her. Ewan ko sa'yo Krisma!

But all these disappointments were forgotten the minute the concert started. Their countdown was a novelty - alphabets starting at Z and ended with the inverted E. At yun na! "Kita kita sa isang magasin, dilaw ang yung suot at buhok moy green." There were a lot of funny moments and more interaction with the audience unlike last concert's numerous awkward silence in between songs. Raims, Buddy, Markus and Ely interacted more with each other much to the crowd's delight. The crowd tirelessly chanted "Group hug! Group hug", to which Ely would immediately retort "Kayo muna". At one point when Raims was singing Slo Mo, he moved close to Ely which had the fans screaming "Kiss! Kiss!" Ewan, pero andaming kinilig sa kanila, isa na ako. LOL. Raims was overly hyper that night - some would say it's like watching a Sandwich gig when he was doing the vocals. And how could I forget Markus' reggae version of Huwag Mo Nang Itanong?. Chika ang inabot ko.. Ayoko ng ingay..mo! Ang kulet lang.

The band took a 20-30 minutes break before they started the second set - the acoustic set which they opened with Julie Tearjerky. Me thinks, kaya nila ginanun para hindi mahaggard si Ely. Was amused when he asked "Nagustuhan niyo ba ang aming bagong sala" referring to the couch set on stage. And one of my most favorite part - Ely's lounge performance of Kailan. Ang pogi-pogi nya lang nang nakapamulsa at parang wala lang. Someone shouted "I love you Ely" and he immediately rejoined it with "I love you too, pare". Nanginginig sa seldang maginaw... Nangilabot talaga ako dito. Also one of my favorites is Spoliarium with Jazz Nicolas' keyboards intro and outro that had a Beatles' Strawberry Fields-like sound to it. Putek, galing talaga! Their rendition of Alapaap was also refreshing, avoiding a repeat of their opening salvo of last year's concert. Also another highlight was when they sang Superproxy where the late Francis M was supposed to do the rap part. Ely sang that part instead. Nakakapanindig balahibo at nakakaiyak lang nang kinanta nila ang Kalaeidoscope World ni Kiko habang pinapakita ang pics at videoclips sa big screen.

The last song in their set list was ang Huling El Bimbo, which I guessed. It was and incredible yet bittersweet number with Ely's "Eto na ang Huling El Bimbo". It was a very symbolic finale, knowing that this may definitely be their huling el bimbo. Add to that Ely's burning of the Sticker Happy piano - a symbol of the end of the Eraserheads era - ika nga ng ibang fans.

But wait there's more! As we were queueing to get some refreshments on our way to the exit, biglang may "Bitin ba kami?" Waaaahhh. Raims urged everyone to call Ely and then Markus. Ang sweet-sweet nilang tingnan nung nag-uusap silang tatlo nina Buddy at Raims. Hahaha. Their surprise - 3 for the road - which Raims confirmed wasn't in their set list. I guess, they hate to end the concert poignantly with the Huling El Bimbo song. 3 for the road turned out to be - Ligaya, Sembreak and Toyang! Amazing lang yung surge nung tao nang magsalita bigla si Raimund at nung response nang simulan ni Ely ang Ligaya. At nung sinabi ni Ely - "Talon!" Syet, feeling ko lulubog ang MOA. What a night! Da best pa rin talaga ang eheads!

Raymund, Buddy, Markus and Ely - maraming salamat!

"We are the Eraserheads." - Ely Buendia

**Hindi halatang natuwa ako sobra, dahil nag-uumapaw ang aking blog entry - my longest entry so far :p

***Credits of some pics go to fans who willingly shared their shots to fellow 'heads fans. Salamat sa inyo :)

Change Has Come.

2009-02-26T05:54:00.003+08:00

You Changed My Life in a moment.. And I'll never be the same again.

"Bebe ko.." ♥

I heart Lloydie na :p

2009-02-04T06:56:00.005+08:00

Nicholas Mier

with Kuya Lexus..

and his feet :-)

Last Chance: The Final Set.

2009-01-29T16:00:00.006+08:00

Gitagaan gyud ko another chance ni Ely.

Why does it have to be on a weekend and why do I have to be a dork in choosing my new schedule? *Whine whine whine*

And DSLR cams not allowed? Pfffttt. *More whining*

Yey.

2009-01-13T14:21:00.007+08:00

Facebook Status : Asfer is on vacation - yey!

Oh yes. Mouli na gyud ko. I'm looking forward to celebrating my birthday at home with friends and family, bonding with my nephews Lexus and Nico, DVD marathons, and of course - ang burlogs unlimited.

Pero mamiss pod nako si Roanjean. Si Manager. Ang CSAT returns. Of course, the Asferformers. But never the supe calls :p

A Great 2008.

2008-12-31T15:13:00.029+08:00

2008 has been a tumultuous, amazing, haggard, erratic,at-times-depressing, wonderful and blessed year. I have a lot of to thank the Almighty for a very eventful 2008. Words are not enough to describe what a great and momentous year it was, but i sure hope these pictures will, after all, they always say a picture is worth a thousand words, and in this case - millions.

Asferformers's moments.

Supe (haggard but fun) moments.

Friendship moments.

Tita Dors moments.

Amazing moments.

Living-the-dream!♥

Happy 2009!

2008-12-24T13:47:00.002+08:00

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.

2008-11-26T08:29:00.009+08:00

Can hardly wait till July 17.

Eraserheads Reunion - Confirmed!

2008-07-13T11:11:00.003+08:00

Eeeeeeeeeeeeeee... It's confirmed! Syet, this is it! According to Ricky Lo's article in today's edition of Philippine Star, the much awaited reunion of one of OPM's greatest band will happen on August 30 at the CCP Grounds. I still can't believe it! One of the things i have been wishing to happen will finally come true. I will definitely have to be there come hell or high water. Hehehe. Now, I only have to plan schedule for that weekend and ask for my manager's approval, book my plane tickets, find myself a place to stay while in Manila, ugh so may things to do. But who am I to complain? The almost impossible has happened and these things are just nothing compared to the feat of having the fab four perform again even for one night only... sa wakas!

magnifico.

2008-05-01T13:54:00.000+08:00

2008-04-22T10:40:00.005+08:00

Happy Earth Day!

Tired and heartbroken.

2008-04-21T08:21:00.003+08:00

Haggard ang byahe! Letse kaayo. But Bianca was right, it was all worth it.

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Dearest Bianca, know what's really inside your heart and follow it. In the end, whatever happens, you can tell yourself that at least you fought for what you really wanted. Char! Lahi ra lagi gyud ning gwapa :p

Ecstatic

2008-04-17T17:21:00.004+08:00

I'm so happy I could fly. Char. Seriously, mao gyud akong gibati. I finally got one of the things I've been most wishing for. This is it! I am now a proud owner of a brand new Canon EOS 450D DSLR camera. Eeeeeep!!! About damn time. I've been drooling for a Canon DLSR for like forever and I decided it was about time I get one - their latest models at that, hehehe. I'm still trying to learn it's intricacies and trying to discover its power but I'm loving every minute of it. I am one happy dork.

For the first photo op with my new toy - Bantayan Island here we come.

And if I become broke in the next few months, kebs! I'm still definitely getting all my money's worth ;p

Charlie Bit Me.

2008-04-16T13:58:00.001+08:00

This is so cute. 2BeU Inquirer recommended this video in one of their articles a few weeks past. Good thing I checked this. They are so adorable. And the accent. It's still huh-ting. Hehehe

Damnation.

2008-04-09T07:09:00.004+08:00

Gawd. I have such a short temper these days. I don't know if it's because of this blasted heat or the things that bug me that is making me so irritable. There's the upcoming interview with the BIG boss and possibly with the bigger one that added to the pressure. Not to mention I have yet to find my new abode here in CEB and the pending application for my vacation leave. Haay, mabuang na ko.

An innocent remark from a friend that had me fuming inside was just a testament of how short my fuse is these days. Although I was trying my damnedest not to let it show, heck, just even thinking about it now has my hackles raising. I mean, it's none their business if I wanna buy something, right? It's not like Im gonna ask them for money or anything. Hmp.

And the heat. Grrrrr. With my shift that ends almost at noon, you'd definitely feel the scorching heat of the sun. Summer na gyud. A few days ago, I've decided that I'd avoid cabs and just ride jeepneys going home to save some precious money but the blistering sunshine just melted my resolve. And the heat goes with you wherever you go. Inside the bedroom, even if you have your fan in full blast right in front of you, you'd still wake up drenched in sweat. Ugh. Makasapot gyud.

Raison d'être.

2008-04-05T22:56:00.001+08:00

Finally. It has finaly arrived - the reason for my being. Canon EOS 450D/Digital Rebel XSi.

Batang Apo - 'stig.

2008-04-03T08:02:00.013+08:00

I was in a nostalgic mode a few days ago and I was particularly strolling down memory lane of my high school years. Just remembering those years is like going though a roller coaster ride. The tears, the drama, the laughter, the joy, haayy..I miss my high school pals. We were and some would argue that we still are the most notorious class in the school's history. Teachers would dread and would think twice before handling our class.

As I-Rosas we made our Values Education teacher cry and made the rest's heads ache. The year we were II - Abokado, the guys changed their name to that of the characters of the anime Ghost Fighter so as to confuse the student teacher. In junior year, we made the school's chemistry lab our homeroom. Who would forget the damages we've made to the sinks, stools and tables of the newly built lab. The lab during lunch hours would look like a gambling place, groups of students clustered all around playing chiki-cha, piat-piat and bakak. We even had our own manghuhula -in the guise of Franco. And on our senior year, we made our adviser really mad,she threw pots of flowers out of our second floor room. That was Maam Dugs' moment ;-)

We Batang Apos were certainly a rebellious lot yet achievers in our own way. Even on our first year, we defied tradition when some of us joined the school's scouting unit. That is, usual norm was if you're a student of the science class,scouting is a no-no since as they say we couldnt handle our academics with extra curricular activities. But boy, did we prove them wrong when 2 of the boys were chosen as one of the top 10 outstading boyscouts of the philippines. We further made our point when most of the class joined Tanghalang Aguinaldo-DRAHS' theatre club and most of the main casts were once again from our class. During junior high, 3 of the girls joined the scouting unit as rover scouts, and they were also the school's first. Of course, the class valedictiorian and salutatorian was from the class. We also has the prettiest girls, the smartest students (which is expected of course), the most talented - we could probably form a band if we wanted and organize a concert. Hehehe. Such conceit. Even the shy and silent ones in the contribute to the class' reputation. Definitely the undisputed worst yet best class in DRAHS' history.
Haaay, makamingaw gyud high school. Ug makamingaw ang mga Batang Apo.

the culprits:

ALDERITE, Ritchie
ALIBO, Angelita
ALIM, Mishelle
APALIT, Abegail
ATON, Jayben Janice
AVILA, Joseph Arthur
BALANSAG, Jeremae
BARBON, Charles Jeffrey
BAUGBOG, Leah
CABANDA, Julie
CABUGSA, Ian Marc
CAGATIN, Jade
CAJES, Asfer Jane
CANOY, John Luther
CELO, Mae Kristine Adelle
CONCEPCION, Donald
DANABAR, Rochelle
DELA RAMA, Antonio Edward
DIMAYUGA, Francis Ben
DIVINAGRACIA, Gladize
DOCUMENTO, Isagani
DUMAJEL, Vennyl
ESCURZON, Christyn
ESPARCIA, Melissa
EUSTAQUIO, Sheryl
FELONGCO, Hope
GANZO, Mary Anne
GENITA, Junellen
GLOVASA, Franco Neil
GUTIERREZ, Richard
IBAÑEZ, Mariepet
JAMAD, Nymraida
LACNO, Omar
LAMBACO, Joanna
LIPARANON, Exal
LUMAKIN, Erickson
MAMBURAM, Christine Dianne
MATEO, Ava Aisha
NUÑEZ, Michelle Nena
REGINALDO, Joy
RESTON, Rolando
RISONAR, Marcos Paulo
RIVERAL, Michelle
SANICO, Flodey Rhea
SAREN, Vanessa
TAHURA, Promise Joy
TY, Charisse Anne
TY, Liezl
VECINO, Jennyven
VICENTE, Wennie
VILLAMOR, Johnmar
WALES, Jan-Jeremiah
YAP, Sharon Beaulah

Batang Apo.

2008-03-23T12:27:00.006+08:00

A tribute to the world's worst and best class.

We started out as just an ordinary class in an ordinary school. We never knew we'd turn out to be the worst class our school ever had, or that we'd cause most of our teachers to lose their precious sanity. Rizal people were notorious for disobeying teachers and laughing about it, blatantly cheating during exams, not doing cleaning chores in the classroom (remember the case of the hurled flowerpots?). This class was referred to as the war freaks. Yup, we freaked our teachers out by our pranks and disobedience. By the time we started our third year of high school, no one was willing to become class adviser. Thus, we were passed from one reluctant adviser to another. Our rebelliousness only intensified. By the time we finished our junior year, we had the reputation of being DRAHS' worst class. We were always told to follow those who had gone before us, but we never bothered to emulate them. After all, we'd die first before we became like anybody else. Being part of this wacky class was an unforgettable experience. Our class can be correctly named as a jack of all trades and a master of all. That is, we had countless talents - fortunetelling, internet hacking, electronics (ours was the only electronics class with over 20 ladies), cheating, singing, dancing, writing, making practical jokes, playing musical instruments, drawing, and a whole lot more. The years spent in DRAHS' dilapidated classrooms were indeed memorable and worth keeping.

-sharon, the brains of the class-

Jai Guru Deva Ommmm...

2008-02-23T11:08:00.010+08:00

Across the Universe

Thanks to bianca's post in her blog, i get to watch this wonderful musical which features my all time favorite band's greatest hits. I first heard about this lat year but I never paid attention thinking it was just one of those foreign film noirs that will never be released commercially. I only knew that it's a film by Julie Taymor,other than that, I could not have cared less. But after I found that it's a musical based from the songs of the beatles, whoah, I just had to see this one. I could not find any DVD copy here in Cebu so I nagged my Papa into sending me one. And yes, he sent me a copy, on Valentine's Day to boot. I had to give it to Papa, he really understands my need to see the film, being a huge Beatles fan himself. I am my father's child after all.

I enjoyed the movie, though at first I had to adjust to the casts' own version of my favorite Fab Four hits, but hey, it worked. I especially love TV Carpio's I Wanna Hold Your Hand and Jim Sturgess' All My Loving and I've Just Seen a Face. I found myself crying during the Let It Be part. Bono's appearance and version of I am the Walrus is also one of the film's highlights. Haaayy.. I just love the songs. Love ko na rin si Jim Sturgess. Hehehe.. Every Beatles fanatic should really watch this!

Falling, yes I am falling
and he keeps calling me back again...

Crashed.

2008-02-18T00:00:00.003+08:00

Arrrrggghhh.

The computer just crashed, and it's the end of the world. Waaaahhhhhhhhh! Kalagot! As per Chesca - fuck shit gyud dude! I was trying to upload some pics from the digicam I borrowed from finfiesto. Those captured final moments with dear housemates Nes and Jones before they went home to find their happiness :p are now gone. Why oh why couldnt have the computer crashed after I uploaded some of the pics, maybe just even half of it? And why oh why stupid dork could have deleted the files from the memory stick later? As it is, I only saved two shots from yesterday when Jones, Carlo and Kim had dinner at house. The shots at Mcdonalds and IT Park will just be in our memories. Damn computers!

Cant beat that feeling.

2008-02-01T09:55:00.002+08:00

S: 'Morning!
Dork: Huh? Whut? (with that stupid look)
S: 'Morning!(exasperated)
P: Hi!
Dork: Ay, hi..
S: This is Asfer..
P: Of course, I remember her.
Dork: (stupefied)

Shoooot. I can't get over it. I feel so kilig. Eeeeeeeeeekkk. Just a few minutes into my shift and I already had a moment to remember. Ewww, does that sound cheesy or what. I had just logged in and was checking the stats of the agents when OMT and PD approached Nes who was checking if the new tool was working. And when OMT saw me,he greeted me and then it happened. Jeeezzzz. I can just imagine the look on my face after he said that and good thing that I had my back on him. He really made my day! Accckkk! How corny can I get.?

Its been a long time since I acted and felt like a schoolgirl. The anticipation that you'll be seeing someone you -for the lack of a better word-admire. It's nice that we let our guard down sometimes and just have a good time. Friends always tease me that I am cynical and that I should not have such high expectations or standards. After all we are just human. It feels good to be human :p and I feel human today. I feel bad everytime my friends would gush over someone who's cute and good looking and I'd just dashed their excitement with my sarcastic and deriding remarks like "dili gyud siya cute noh" or "hmp. mukhang mayabang" or worse - "he looks dumb". Im really not so nice diba?

So more than the meaning of those magic words uttered, it was the fact that I am not so jaded at all to feel like this. That after all, I still feel kilig because of a real person and not someone from a book, a movie or a TV show. Ang saya-saya. Kinikilig ako. You cant beat that feeling.♥ ♥ ♥

Feliz Cumpleanos.

2008-01-18T20:58:00.001+08:00

Happy birthday to me, happy birthday to me. happy birthday, happy birthday.. happy birthday to me!

Ackk, I cant believe I've been here on earth for a quarter of a century. And to celebrate this very momentous event.. presenting my very cute pamangkin Dodoy in his own rendition of the traditional happy birthday song. Ang kyut-kyut..!

Unwritten.

2008-01-11T10:41:00.007+08:00

Tita Dork: "Feel the rain on your skin..nah nah nah" (of course, di ko kabisado ang lyrics nun)
Doydoy: Ano sing mo?
Tita Dork: Huh? Uhmmm..
Doydoy: Ano sing mo ba?

I really had no idea what the title of the song is. Just another case of last song syndrome. So I went back to Cebu and I still havent found out the title. When I related to my friend Promise the funny incident, she said its Unwritten though she's not so sure of the artist. Armed with that information, I searched the internet and not only found out who the artist is (Natasha Bedingfield) but also the lyrics, I even downloaded the mp3 file. Hehehe. Thanks to Promise and Google I can now answer Doydoy just in case he asks me again.

I am unwritten, can't read my mind, I'm undefined
I'm just beginning, the pen's in my hand, ending unplanned
Staring at the blank page before you
Open up the dirty window
Let the sun illuminate the words that you could not find

Reaching for something in the distance
So close you can almost taste it
Release your inhibitions
Feel the rain on your skin
No one else can feel it for you
Only you can let it in
No one else, no one else
Can speak the words on your lips
Drench yourself in words unspoken
Live your life with arms wide open
Today is where your book begins
The rest is still unwritten

I break tradition, sometimes my tries, are outside the lines
We've been conditioned to not make mistakes, but I can't live that way
Staring at the blank page before you open up the dirty window
Let the sun illuminate the words that you could not find
Reaching for something in the distance
So close you can almost taste it
Release your inhibitions

Feel the rain on your skin
No one else can feel it for you
Only you can let it in
No one else, no one else
Can speak the words on your lips
Drench yourself in words unspoken
Live your life with arms wide open
Today is where your book begins
The rest is still unwritten..

2008-01-04T16:06:00.000+08:00

Waaaaahhhh.

I dont want to go back. Aaaahhh.

2007-12-23T13:26:00.000+08:00

Merry Christmas everyone.

I don't want a lot for Christmas
There's just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true...
All i want for christmas
is you...

I don't want a lot for christmas
There is just one thing i need
I don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
I don't need to hang my stockings
There upon the fireplace
Santa Clause won't keep me happy
With a toy on christmas day
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you...
You baby

I won't ask for much this Christmas
I won't even ask for snow
I'm just gonna keep on waiting
Underneath the mistletoe
I won't make a list and send it
To the north pole for Saint nick
I won't even stay awake to
hear those magic reindeer click
'Cause i just you here tonight
Holding on to me so tight
What more can I do
Baby all I want for christmas is you
You...

All the lights are shining
So brightly everywhere
And the sound of children's
Laughter fills the air
And everyone is singing
I hear those sleigh bells ringing
Santa won't you bring me the one I really need
won't you please bring my baby to me...

Oh i don't want a lot for christmas
This is all I'm asking for
I just want to see my baby
Standing right outside my door
Oh I just want him for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
Baby all I want for christmas is
you

PANDANON - island getaway.

2007-12-21T13:01:00.001+08:00

Wow. Amazing

We went to this little island last Sunday for our team building and I have to say.. the place was just amazing. Getting there was a bit drag though- an hour and a half by boat from our jump off point somewhere in Mactan Island. From what I gathered from my endless research on the internet, Pandanon Island is not part of Cebu province but under Bohol's jurisdiction. Upon reaching the island though, we totally forgot our frustrations about the travel. It was sooo worth it. We had the island to ourselves at first although later on some Korean tourists came along too, but they didnt bother us except for the time when raymond was grilling those yummy slabs of pork belly :p. Probably they cant resist the mouth-watering aroma so they keep on looking at what Raymond's cooking.

So there, getting back to my blabbers at how beautiful the place is, the island also features a quaint little chapel. Hmmm..a perfect setting for a perfect wedding. The island also boasts an endless sandbar where we had a great time taking pictures of the aqua blue waters, the pristine white sand and of course, pwede bang wala kaming pics? We really had a blast having our pictures taken especially those jump shots. Gaaaaahh. Even Chesca, Raymond and Win could not resist. I could not count how many times we had to jump and leap and then bounce and dive and then jump some more just to capture that perfect jump shot. Nadrain lagi ang battery sa cam, dah lagi. But oh boy, did we have a blast! Here are some of those perfect and not so perfect jump shots.

World AIDS Day.

2007-12-01T08:48:00.005+08:00

Today we also celebrate World AIDS Day. And so I can at least contribute in spreading AIDS awareness and prevention, let me share some important facts about AIDS.

AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) is a collection of illnesses caused by HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), a virus that attacks the immune system.
The first World AIDS Day was celebrated last December 1988 thus making today its 20th birthday.

As of today 33.2 million people worldwide are HIV positive. 15 million of these are children under 15 years old.
HIV cannot be passed through kissing, coughing, sneezing or spitting. Furthermore a person cannot be infected with HIV through toilet seats, swimming pools, or shared facilities or utensils.
AIDS has no cure. They say that prevention is better than cure but in this case you really have no choice because there is no cure.

HIV prejudice is often the result of ignorance about how HIV is passed on and unfounded fear of becoming infected. So talking about HIV and finding out the facts can help. So spread the news, not the virus and help save lives.

December na

2007-12-01T08:27:00.000+08:00

December 1 na. Yeeeyy. Now Christmas is really just around the corner. 24 days before the most wonderful time of the year. Well for me that is. There's just something about the month of December that makes me so...happy. In the true sense of the word :p December 1 definitely officially opens the season of giving and I cant wait to be part of it especially the giving and errr, the receiving of course.

mumbling dork.

2007-11-30T23:34:00.000+08:00

Blogging is something I've been really addicted to lately. I know lost of bloggers have been doing this for years but Im sort of new to this thing. Yeah, I have so many blogs all over the cyberspace for a long time but I havent been able to maintain them. Just a post every month or so, really pathetic. Well, honestly I really have a hard time putting my thoughts into words. Even when Im trying to express them verbally my mouth cant keep up with my mind. I would like to think this is due to lack of confidence and not stupidity. So to cure this so called dork syndrome, I decided to be as expressive as I can be. Like speaking up in a discussion. Posting entries to my blog about whats going on with my boring life but mostly about what irritates, excites or makes me laugh. I try to be as candid as I can be,putting to words all the emotion that I feel at the moment though it may not be what Im feeling later.

And at the moment somebody is really annoying me.
Arrrgggghhh. Grabe nakakairita ang pagiging OA niya. Why do all the words that come out of that mouth have to be exaggerated?

I suppose this makes me more of a whiner than a blogger eh? :p

maudlin.

2007-11-28T11:43:00.000+08:00

Inconsiderate or am i just too sensitive?
Maybe Im too demanding, expecting too much from people around me. Maybe its because I have such high standards that when somebody fails to meet my expectations I feel such disappointment. Maybe its because I also set the same high standards to myself. Heck im getting maudlin.

Himantayon ka ba?

2007-11-25T14:56:00.001+08:00

Himantayon ka ba? Hahaha. Nalingaw ko, as in. Naggoogle ko para sa plans namo nila Raymond nga road trip. So adto ko google then then typed in cebu road trip, I got a lot of results and most of them are blog entries. Click lang ko ug click ug tingali isa ka blog nga ako naadtuan nakalink ning Himantayon nga website, ug nacurious ko ug mao na to. I was caught. Hook, line and sinker. Isa pa naman ko ka dakong himantayon mao ganahan kaayo ko :p

leche.

2007-11-23T15:25:00.000+08:00

Ngano man ni?? Ingon ni Roan pag igoogle niya ang janeythedork, lain ang mogawas nga link. Pag iclick nimo porn site! Gitry nako, mao gyud! Pagsure oi, wholesome baya akong blog. Arrgghhhhh!!!!!

multiply account.

2007-11-21T08:08:00.001+08:00

Ouch. Hahaha. Leche.Hilarious.
I know I sound like a demented girl on top of being such a dork. I was browsing and surfing the net when I came across his blog. I dont think this unlimited access to the cyberspace will go on forever so might as well grab the chance :p. So then, I was browsing through multiply when I realized he does have an account there. Trying with all my damnedest to conjure up om mind the url add(kunwari lang) I finally remembered it. He's got a new profile pic. He actually looked kinda cute on that pic though a bit different without his glasses. And he's with a very pretty girl that I can only assume is his inamorata. Eeekk, what a word. I must admit though, the girl looks very charming and sweet. The latter being Naina's opinion. Yeah she saw the pic too. I actually showed it to her. Hahaha. I find it funny that I felt kilig when I saw them. Hehehe. Good to know he has an excellent taste in women. Now i figured...

happy.happy.happy.

2007-11-21T03:58:00.000+08:00

Weeeeehhh..

2 days nang naaccess ang mga sites na hindi dapat maaccess. Maagang pamasko? How i wish this could go on till the day I resign :p
Kaya ang mga mababait kong kaopisina,blogging galore!

Sumilon dream.

2007-11-13T11:47:00.000+08:00

Sumilon.

Before the year ends,i want to go to Sumilon Island. It's said to be one of Cebu's best kept secrets. An island off south coast of Cebu, I first heard about it on one of the episodes of Sports Unlimited. From that first encounter, I fell in love and made a vow that I will someday bask in its beauty. Haaayy.. Ive been here in Cebu for 4 months now but I have not yet set foot in Sumilon. Its only 3 hours from the city and you would think that I can find the time even just for a day's adventure in the country's first marine sanctuary. But no, I have yet to discover its pristine beauty. I have actually planned on going there 2 months ago with some of my colleagues just for a day trip but the plan had to be shelved because of lack of time. Well I could have gone and be back the same day but I dont want to go alone. It wouldnt be the same going with friends :) So there, the year is closing and I, not sure if my Sumilon dream for 2007 would be fulfilled.

the road home

2007-11-10T18:51:00.000+08:00

Just saw a very touching film.

Thanks to roan nakakita ko ug movie nga the road home starring zhang ziyi ug partner niya kay kanawong ni wilford nga officemate namo. hahaha. touching kaayo ang movie. nakahilak ko pero pasimple lang kay maulaw ko kay maam :p. at the end of it, i even told roan that it really pays if you fight for what you want-- sa klarong istorya - fight for your love! Hehehe. Ask si maam unsa kuno ako plano. Hmmm.. we'll see. Bitaw, sa pagsure gyud, timing ra gyud kaayo to pagtan-aw nako sa movie. Sa mga sulod sa akong utok karong mga panahona, kinahanglan lang gyud nako ug pahinumdum nga okay lang kab-uton ang imong mga pangandoy misan pang sa tan-aw nimo lisod o imposibleng mahitabo. matud pa kay roan, mag raise kuno mi ug go-out-and-see-the-world-fund. It would be a start..

La Bruja de Portobello

2007-11-09T23:12:00.000+08:00

Finally.. weekend. And weekends mean its time off from work. I was so looking forward to this time off so I can finish reading The Witch of Portobello. The first Paulo Coehlo title I read up to the end. the plot was refreshing to me since most of the books I read are more of romance genre :p (What can I say, Im a hopeless romantic) A compelling book about a woman born of gypsy origins. Her story unfolds through the personal accounts of the those who knew her. A journey of the woman who tries to find the answers and appease her restlessness, I would definitely recommend this as a must-read.

one of those days.

2007-11-08T23:54:00.000+08:00

It's one of those days. Woke up at the wrong side of the bed. Minor household problem. Not in the mood to go to work. Aggghhh!! Im tired of what I'm doing. It seems to me, there is no fundamental reason why Im doing this and why Im here. Its one of those days that you reflect and really think of what it is that you really want. Until now I am still contemplating... I hope I'll have the answer soon.

halloween hoopla

2007-10-15T09:10:00.000+08:00

a few days ago I, roan , jeff and jones went to SM to grab a bite. we ended up browsing through the halloween costumes and toys displayed all over the mall.

jones and his super cyan hair??

evil jeff!

a dork witch?

Oohh yeah Roan, we're scared :p

ella.ella.

2007-09-19T08:02:00.001+08:00

Cant seem to get this song out of my head. Damn LSS.

Because..
When the sun shines
We’ll shine together
Told you I'll be here forever
Said I'll always be your friend
Took an oath I'mma stick it out 'till the end
Now that it's raining more than ever
Know that we still have each other
You can stand under my Umbrella
You can stand under my Umbrella
(Ella ella eh eh eh)
Under my umbrella (ella ella eh eh eh)
Under my umbrella (ella ella eh eh eh)
Under my umbrella (ella ella eh eh eh eh eh eh)

kilig.

2007-08-30T12:04:00.001+08:00

Aaaaacccckkkkk!!!!

For the longest time, I haven't felt this kilig, swear!

Crush nako siya. ^___^

Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeepp!

amazing.

2007-08-02T07:16:00.000+08:00

Wow!
Connie Talbot is just amazing. How I wish I could sing like her!

all was well.

2007-07-26T09:51:00.001+08:00

July 21, 2007.

Millions of people all over the globe have been waiting for this day. I, personally have been looking forward to it since it is the date that Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows will be released, the 7th and final book of the Harry Potter series of J.K Rowling.

Days before the release, I knew that a National Book Store branch here in Cebu will be opening at 7am to accomodate readers who want to be among the firsts to know the fate of Harry. So immediately after shift I dashed to NBS Mango Square to grab a copy. I was expecting that a queue since I heard it was the case in NBS Glorietta, Powerbooks Greenbelt and most of the bookstores in Manila. To my surprise and relief, there were only a few people inside the bookstore. I did not have to wait in line to pay for the book. I was a bit disappointed though that I wasnt their first customer to buy one. Hehehe. I found about they when they asked me sign their logbook where they keep track of the first few who grabbed a copy. I think I was only the 50th?

Anyhow, I was so excited to read the book and could hardly wait to know how it ends. Yet, I was also anxious to finish it. I realized that reading this last book would be like saying goodbye to Harry Potter and the rest of the wizarding world. I guess I wasn't so ready to say goodbye yet. I cried buckets when I finally closed the book. But I realized, I can always go back to that magical world anytime I want. I just have to open those books! So there, all was well.

2007-07-15T07:52:00.001+08:00

Malipayong pag-abot sa Dakbayan sa Sugbu.

Finally, I am here in the Queen city of the South! But heck, what am I doing here?

homecoming.

2007-04-30T14:35:00.001+08:00

Yaaaaaay, happiness!

Makauli na gyud ko! After almost 7 months here in Manila, I'll be flying home on May 11 aboard Phillipine Airlines flight 817. I'll be home for my 11 days vacation leave. Can hardly wait for that day, but before that, I still have a million things to do. Like shopping for everybody's pasalubong, paying the bills, meeting my cousin, and right, I remember I still have to confirm things with workforce for my leave. Gaaah. But that's alright. So long as I can go home on my scheduled departure I dont have any complaints. Yaaayy, that's 11 days from now. Take me back in your arms, Davao!

Oh, I get to practice my right to suffrage. Yeah!

merry christmas.

2006-12-25T20:36:00.001+08:00

Merry Christmas.

I guess I dont really sound like Im having a merry one and thats because this is my first Christmas away from home. Life's a bitch. I missed all the family reunions that we always have this time of the year, the holiday shopping, the preparation and celebration of Noche Buena and of course the opening of gifts every Christmas morning. But still, my Christmas wasnt so bad at all.

Hope everyone else had a meaningful Christmas.

Of goodbyes and.. jungles?

2006-10-15T12:54:00.001+08:00

October 12,2006. 550pm. Cebu Pacific flight 566 from Davao bound for Manila. Our flight was delayed but I had no reaction, not even annoyance. I feel numb all over. I've been crying for hours now. It was supposed to be an exciting day since I'd be embarking on a new adventure yet it felt like I just lost everything. I left the house and got on a cab with Doydoy crying and calling out to his tita and mama on the verge of tears. I was supposed to be ready for it. I was supposed to handle it like an independent mature person. Hah! Wishful thinking. No matter how much I have prepared myself, telling myself that Manila is just one hour and forty five minutes plane ride away, I still bawl like a baby everytime I leave Davao. I really hate goodbyes even just temporary ones.

I'm going to really miss home and I'm already counting the days until I can go back. But until that time comes, I'd have to survive first the jungle that is Manila. Gaaaah! The pollution and the dirt. I wonder how I'd make it. There is no place like home, indeed. Maayo pa ug nipuyo na lang ko sa amo balay :(

2004-10-14T23:58:00.002+08:00

I am now a doting aunt to an adorable little bundle of joy, Lexus Mier Connery Cajes-Harina. I just can't contain the happiness and love I am feeling right now! Oh, he's going to be the center of my universe from now on! :)))

You're going to be a great kid, Doydoy, what with an aunt like me. ^_^

maiden post

2004-08-28T17:08:00.004+08:00

Yaaay, new blog! I've been wanting to do this for the longest time, and now that I finally got one, I don't even know where to start. Gaah. There are so many things on my mind I would like to share. For the meantime though, I'll settle for this so-so maiden post. My thoughts are all in a jumble and Im not really coherent these days. I'm hoping things will be better soon though. Until then.