This is the culminating part… for the year at least!
There’s no better way to recap the year that was but to go month-by-month on what has happened to me. But unfortunately, I do not have my ’07 planner with me right now so I can’t easily go back to the daily events. The best that I could do is simply let my mind flow… and yes, it is working now, surprisingly…
2007 has been a mix of many things. Promotion to job burn-out. Heartache to loving again... and then, another heartache. Isolation to belonging. All these in 2007.
January 01 was when I learned I have mild UTI. It was such a gruesome day, when all the good food I ate was also thrown-out. First time to go to the ER and was hoping to be hospitalized (so as to experience!) but to my dismay, was just ordered to take a lot of antibiotics etc. Lousy doctor! I know that’s not a good way to celebrate a promotion... January 01’s the official date; I became Accenture-Black Pearl’s People Matters Lead, naks! And the most significant event, I learned I was being fooled already… by whom? Not worthy to mention!
March was my most stupid month (incidentally, my birthday month). I continuously held on to something that’s not worth it. Yes, I was blinded by love. And who wasn’t? Enough said, I’ve moved on.
April was the extension month of the stupidity. Go back to my very first entry. It happened on April 13.
Expenses-wise, maxed-out my four credit cards many times, bought my N95 Cellphone (I am one of the first 100 Pinoys to get one) and had my teeth brackets installed. Hahaha, now paying my debts... and after closing my very first credit card, still planning to close two more and maintain just one. Almost closed a deal of buying a condo unit but I guess it isn't for me. But yes, definite on my plan of saving and buying a property ~ as to where I am still to decide!
If there are happy moments to celebrate aside from attaining greater heights in my career was the fact that I have two good friends who can easily share their lives with me in times when I needed them most, even if in the first place they didn’t know why. Our adventurous side (and my hurting side asked for it) brought us to Taal Crater… and the serene surrounding calmed my aching soul. It‘s really too good to have a Yeth and Jingle in my life!
And of course, the Taal jaunt isn’t the official trip yet; Palawan’s the one! Though we’re not awed as we were when we did Bohol, it was such a good opportunity for the three of us to unwind, and yes, to solidify the ties of friendship that we have. The Island-Hopping, the Long Road-trip to the Underground River, the Dos Palmas ~ Palawan’s good enough! And yes, the trip was somewhat expensive ~ as I bought full set of new wardrobe. Kinareer ko ang Palawan!
And then, my feet didn’t stop wandering ~ Boracay’s next. Just like the rest of the human populace who have been in this paradise, I became tongue-tied of its fascinating view! I will definitely say I would have to be back in Bora (and then Bohol, of course!). The weird me of course was unstoppable ~ had hair braid even if it was too short. And to top it all, I did parasailing! That was one hell of an adventure! But I will try it again given the opportunity. And yes, more Hail Marys to utter!
The time difference between my Palawan and Boracay trips was just a month away ~ so fast. And same goes with my second falling in love for this year ~ it started a few weeks before going to Palawan and it ended days after my Boracay trip! Super quick! Sad? Yes! But I would have to accept this fate! It simply is not the kind of love we both deserve. Today, as I look back, I simply would say to you, yes you my Baby… “I am letting you go completely… Soar high and reach for your stars!”
And now, here I am ~ the same young brat in my late twenties hehehe. Yes, I am getting old. But would have to proudly say, growing up with grace! Recently, I rekindled my ties with the best girls I have met in this lifetime ~ the Ts. Undeniably, they are every man’s dream ~ the girlfriend and wife materials. The ironic side, they are my friends ~ and it ends there. While their boyfriends and husbands can have them exclusively, I can easily steal some of their times ~ if not for all at least to the most! The two chances this year to bond with them was definitely a relaxation. Even if in those two instances they were not complete (and even if doing so would mean an expensive treat hehehe), I loved every single second of it. With them, I am peaceful ~ far from my busy and toxic work schedule and apart from my aching soul. Best ways, of ending my 2007 and starting my 2008.
Again and in general, 2007’s a mix of many things. I have said for many times 2008’s going to be my year. And yes, I am still certain it would be. As I end this entry and this year, all I wanted to say is that I am now a better person ~ a better son, a better friend, (can be) a better lover and above all, A BETTER MAN!
Happy New Year to All!
Monday, December 31, 2007
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
MY TEN DEAREST FRIENDS
Okay as I promised, here’s the list of my ten dearest friends. First, I apologize if some of you were not able to make it in this roll. Truth is, the list and the ranking were well-thought off. And yes, the majority is my girl-friends; maybe because they have impacted my life more than my male friends did.
And so without further ado, I am now presenting…
10. Arvien Medina - RV and I have things in common but yes, we also have our diversities; we have 5 years age gap and I guess it spells everything. While I am the picky one, he’s okay with anything that comes along his way. While I have resigned on dreaming, he remains to be idealistic. While I am the hard-headed, he’s the diplomatic. And when I want to be distant, he remains to be a constant companion. He has been my headache, and he knows it. It’s okay; I am also his big pain in the ass! I should have not included him here, but this one wouldn’t be perfect if he’s not listed. And yes, I am always proud of our friendship!
9. Dorothy Lim – This girl can read my mind so well. Maybe because I am her guinea pig; she’s a Psyche grad like me. Two words – SOUL MATE, she’s it! My journey to self-discovery has been super super smooth with the help of this girl.
8. Leslie Bañares – I owe her my beginnings as an HR person; Leslie has been a very good trainer. The way I deal with work right now ~ the commitment and the passion that I have ~ all came from her. When I become so grumpy at work, she helps me to re-focus. She’s very organized and always helps me re-sort my priorities, be it professionally or personally. Dear sister, dear daughter and yes, dear friend! We may have been separated by distances and years, but I know we will always share good stories when we reunite; and of course, our lasting friendship will spice up the would-be conversation.
7. Jenie Mercado – the bitch! One thing that’s surprising is that Jen and I are very much opposite. I am friendly, she’s a snob. I am loved, she’s hated. But yes, we’re friends. Give us a table and two chairs and we’ll have a day-long chat, be it over a cup of coffee, a pack of corn chip but we can also do-away without any. My Accenture journey was greatly impacted with this girl’s wisdom and yes, bitchiness! I missed how we’ll talk and fight in high strung; when our paper weights may fly anytime. Gosh, what are DGG’s billiard balls for?
6. Ryan Salamat – aha, my greatest critic! If you guys think I am the worst ‘okrayero’, I am just his second. Don’t put us in a table and give us the task of criticizing people, events and places and you’re up to havoc. We’ll have different perceptions, definitely. But surely, you’ll end up torn and wrecked. But behind this brat’s wickedness is a virgin soul, and a person who’s longing for that one great love. That's one thing I am willing to do a novena for hehehe, even if I do not pray anymore! I know I can always share my whole being with him, without any fear of destruction. Ganun nga ba ha, Rye? Hehehe.
5. Grace Naceno – the sister I wish I had, added to my two dear ones! Grace is the peaceful soul in our triumvirate (Ryan, she and me). She’s been through a lot but remains to be optimistic. There are times when her jaded thinking gets through, but since she’s very smart she can easily get her way out. We’ve shared a lot of sad stories when we’re walking along Ayala Avenue or Ayala Walk-Way and I am sure there’ll be more to come. But in spite of these, we both still hope for our individual sunshines. With our shared optimism, these will definitely come!
4. CLUB T – my girls hehehe. While my relationship to each of them varies, they all occupy a very special place in my heart. No matter how busy my schedule is, I always find time when these girls need me ~ be it their weddings, birthdays, christenings of their kids, etc. I love all of them and with that I need not give any explanation as to why they are here in my list.
3. Ghing Palmiano – my best friend. Ghing has been a very good companion during my teen-age years. She has seen me grow and mature to be the competitive person that I am right now. She’s been very supportive of my quest to self-worth, a constant believer of my hopes and dreams. Right now, we have soared our ways separately, but we always find a landing point ~ be it a common thinking or a common idealism. We both have seen our places under the sun and may no longer spend times with each other, but we’re both certain to say that we always carry a part of each other wherever we go, and those parts complete the person that we are.
2. Jean Batcho – First, Jingle was just an acquaintance ~ a classmate to my dearest friend. Eventually, we learned to realize our commonalities in ways of thinking and behavior. We’re strong-willed, hard-headed and competitive. We see the world as our platform to do well in all aspects ~ be it personally or professionally. We are trip buddies, and couldn’t resign from being fascinated on good sights and relaxing atmospheres. I know we still have more trips to enjoy and still have a lot of rides to do, so Jingle, here’s to a longer journey! With you I would always say that life’s definitely a beach!
1. Mayeth Bornolla – I always say Yeth may not be the best but is worth sharing my life with. I said before my nights are hers, now I can no longer promise the same. But what I like most with her is that, she’s the most available. In all my woes she listened. In all my angst she carried on. In my best she was delighted; in my worst she was supportive. I will not be the person that I am right now if Mayeth has not been my friend. I will forever be grateful of her love and friendship. With her, I am always home. And with her, my life is complete.
So there goes the list of my Ten Dearest Friends. Happy New Year!
And so without further ado, I am now presenting…
10. Arvien Medina - RV and I have things in common but yes, we also have our diversities; we have 5 years age gap and I guess it spells everything. While I am the picky one, he’s okay with anything that comes along his way. While I have resigned on dreaming, he remains to be idealistic. While I am the hard-headed, he’s the diplomatic. And when I want to be distant, he remains to be a constant companion. He has been my headache, and he knows it. It’s okay; I am also his big pain in the ass! I should have not included him here, but this one wouldn’t be perfect if he’s not listed. And yes, I am always proud of our friendship!
9. Dorothy Lim – This girl can read my mind so well. Maybe because I am her guinea pig; she’s a Psyche grad like me. Two words – SOUL MATE, she’s it! My journey to self-discovery has been super super smooth with the help of this girl.
8. Leslie Bañares – I owe her my beginnings as an HR person; Leslie has been a very good trainer. The way I deal with work right now ~ the commitment and the passion that I have ~ all came from her. When I become so grumpy at work, she helps me to re-focus. She’s very organized and always helps me re-sort my priorities, be it professionally or personally. Dear sister, dear daughter and yes, dear friend! We may have been separated by distances and years, but I know we will always share good stories when we reunite; and of course, our lasting friendship will spice up the would-be conversation.
7. Jenie Mercado – the bitch! One thing that’s surprising is that Jen and I are very much opposite. I am friendly, she’s a snob. I am loved, she’s hated. But yes, we’re friends. Give us a table and two chairs and we’ll have a day-long chat, be it over a cup of coffee, a pack of corn chip but we can also do-away without any. My Accenture journey was greatly impacted with this girl’s wisdom and yes, bitchiness! I missed how we’ll talk and fight in high strung; when our paper weights may fly anytime. Gosh, what are DGG’s billiard balls for?
6. Ryan Salamat – aha, my greatest critic! If you guys think I am the worst ‘okrayero’, I am just his second. Don’t put us in a table and give us the task of criticizing people, events and places and you’re up to havoc. We’ll have different perceptions, definitely. But surely, you’ll end up torn and wrecked. But behind this brat’s wickedness is a virgin soul, and a person who’s longing for that one great love. That's one thing I am willing to do a novena for hehehe, even if I do not pray anymore! I know I can always share my whole being with him, without any fear of destruction. Ganun nga ba ha, Rye? Hehehe.
5. Grace Naceno – the sister I wish I had, added to my two dear ones! Grace is the peaceful soul in our triumvirate (Ryan, she and me). She’s been through a lot but remains to be optimistic. There are times when her jaded thinking gets through, but since she’s very smart she can easily get her way out. We’ve shared a lot of sad stories when we’re walking along Ayala Avenue or Ayala Walk-Way and I am sure there’ll be more to come. But in spite of these, we both still hope for our individual sunshines. With our shared optimism, these will definitely come!
4. CLUB T – my girls hehehe. While my relationship to each of them varies, they all occupy a very special place in my heart. No matter how busy my schedule is, I always find time when these girls need me ~ be it their weddings, birthdays, christenings of their kids, etc. I love all of them and with that I need not give any explanation as to why they are here in my list.
3. Ghing Palmiano – my best friend. Ghing has been a very good companion during my teen-age years. She has seen me grow and mature to be the competitive person that I am right now. She’s been very supportive of my quest to self-worth, a constant believer of my hopes and dreams. Right now, we have soared our ways separately, but we always find a landing point ~ be it a common thinking or a common idealism. We both have seen our places under the sun and may no longer spend times with each other, but we’re both certain to say that we always carry a part of each other wherever we go, and those parts complete the person that we are.
2. Jean Batcho – First, Jingle was just an acquaintance ~ a classmate to my dearest friend. Eventually, we learned to realize our commonalities in ways of thinking and behavior. We’re strong-willed, hard-headed and competitive. We see the world as our platform to do well in all aspects ~ be it personally or professionally. We are trip buddies, and couldn’t resign from being fascinated on good sights and relaxing atmospheres. I know we still have more trips to enjoy and still have a lot of rides to do, so Jingle, here’s to a longer journey! With you I would always say that life’s definitely a beach!
1. Mayeth Bornolla – I always say Yeth may not be the best but is worth sharing my life with. I said before my nights are hers, now I can no longer promise the same. But what I like most with her is that, she’s the most available. In all my woes she listened. In all my angst she carried on. In my best she was delighted; in my worst she was supportive. I will not be the person that I am right now if Mayeth has not been my friend. I will forever be grateful of her love and friendship. With her, I am always home. And with her, my life is complete.
So there goes the list of my Ten Dearest Friends. Happy New Year!
Thursday, December 20, 2007
2007 to 2008...
True enough, my weekend was a failure! Was not able to finish shopping; was only able to buy my youngest bro his Christmas shoes (whopping Php 4,200.00; more expensive than my own shoes) and his Christmas shirt. Bought my baby in the office’s Kris Kringle her wished Girbaud wallet. Started looking for items to give my Godchildren but still torn as to what's better, a gift or cash. Not able to buy even a single gift for any of my colleagues in the office (but as of this writing, I’m currently distributing them. Thanks Grace for accompanying me yesterday morning!). Able to adjust my braces’ elastics as it’s a must! And yes, slept well. Had headache? Nah! Became hotheaded? Yes! Who caused? Never mind!!!
Some down, more to go… I feel like I’ll again stroll in Glorietta or SM Makati on Friday morning to buy more gifts. Priority: No one! Whatever gifts are available there, I might buy. For Godchildren or for who is no longer a question; just needed to buy more gifts. Credit card is nearing its limit hahaha! At last, Christmas is now felt!!!
Will have dinner tonight with the rest of Black Pearl’s Leadership in Serendra, will be my first time there. Heard it was such a cool place. Not expecting too much though, just another ordinary dinner! Ooops, sorry! I’m actually looking forward for my wished gift c/o the Leadership Team’s Kris Kringle. Again, short-sleeved polo, any shade of green and preferably from People Are People. If you want to be generous, go to Onesimus. Levi’s? Hmmm, can do! But please, I’ve moved on! I can hear someone reacting violently!
Feeling the ‘Alaska-like’ coldness in this room! Turn the air-con off please!
Cellphone not ringing, text me please!
What else???
Ahh… December 31’s going to be an exciting day. Why? Ask my Ts!
Twenty-peso bills now ready, thanks Iche and Bangzie… no long lines please. Baka sakaling may matira pa pambaon ko hehehe…
Ano ba!!! Walang kwenta!!!
Eto na…
I have plans already for 2008. Less to no big expenses, just one (my own money or can be sponsored) or two (sponsored na 'to kailangan!) out-of-town trips, clear my credit card debts, open a savings account (and maintain it please lang!), less dates (as if meron nga ka-date!), less eating (as if uli!), less Starbucks (hmmm, November na lang uli to collect stamps for the planner, as if na naman!), wise budgeting for E-jay’s school expenses (yes, scholar ko si kapatid!), celebrate my birthday momentously (bahala na!).
Why?
I’m getting old and so must start thinking about the future but somehow still indulge myself in life’s little pleasures. When I say little it should be with minimal expenditures only. No more 45K gadget, no more 20K out-of-town trips, no more 10K wardrobe. But YES to saving for a lifetime investment! This is it!!! I can’t wait for 2010.
Sorry guys I can’t say anything yet. Let me conceal this thing for now. Hahaha, don’t worry, not planning to marry. A big AS IF!!!
Thanks 2007 for such an exciting roller-coaster ride. Heart broken, loved again and heart broken again. Promotion that equates to a more toxic work. Additional team members who lessen my burdens. Committed GP2WC members. Still jaded colleagues in the office. And of course, dear friends! Need I mention them all here? Sige, one of my next entries would be the TEN DEAREST FRIENDS I TREASURE SO MUCH. Sige abangan ha! Mag-away na kayo kung sino ang magiging Number One hahaha!
Thanks God for all these blessings. And I now welcome 2008 with a bang (but please, no more UTI)!!!
Merry Christmas!
And yes, Happy New Year na rin!
Some down, more to go… I feel like I’ll again stroll in Glorietta or SM Makati on Friday morning to buy more gifts. Priority: No one! Whatever gifts are available there, I might buy. For Godchildren or for who is no longer a question; just needed to buy more gifts. Credit card is nearing its limit hahaha! At last, Christmas is now felt!!!
Will have dinner tonight with the rest of Black Pearl’s Leadership in Serendra, will be my first time there. Heard it was such a cool place. Not expecting too much though, just another ordinary dinner! Ooops, sorry! I’m actually looking forward for my wished gift c/o the Leadership Team’s Kris Kringle. Again, short-sleeved polo, any shade of green and preferably from People Are People. If you want to be generous, go to Onesimus. Levi’s? Hmmm, can do! But please, I’ve moved on! I can hear someone reacting violently!
Feeling the ‘Alaska-like’ coldness in this room! Turn the air-con off please!
Cellphone not ringing, text me please!
What else???
Ahh… December 31’s going to be an exciting day. Why? Ask my Ts!
Twenty-peso bills now ready, thanks Iche and Bangzie… no long lines please. Baka sakaling may matira pa pambaon ko hehehe…
Ano ba!!! Walang kwenta!!!
Eto na…
I have plans already for 2008. Less to no big expenses, just one (my own money or can be sponsored) or two (sponsored na 'to kailangan!) out-of-town trips, clear my credit card debts, open a savings account (and maintain it please lang!), less dates (as if meron nga ka-date!), less eating (as if uli!), less Starbucks (hmmm, November na lang uli to collect stamps for the planner, as if na naman!), wise budgeting for E-jay’s school expenses (yes, scholar ko si kapatid!), celebrate my birthday momentously (bahala na!).
Why?
I’m getting old and so must start thinking about the future but somehow still indulge myself in life’s little pleasures. When I say little it should be with minimal expenditures only. No more 45K gadget, no more 20K out-of-town trips, no more 10K wardrobe. But YES to saving for a lifetime investment! This is it!!! I can’t wait for 2010.
Sorry guys I can’t say anything yet. Let me conceal this thing for now. Hahaha, don’t worry, not planning to marry. A big AS IF!!!
Thanks 2007 for such an exciting roller-coaster ride. Heart broken, loved again and heart broken again. Promotion that equates to a more toxic work. Additional team members who lessen my burdens. Committed GP2WC members. Still jaded colleagues in the office. And of course, dear friends! Need I mention them all here? Sige, one of my next entries would be the TEN DEAREST FRIENDS I TREASURE SO MUCH. Sige abangan ha! Mag-away na kayo kung sino ang magiging Number One hahaha!
Thanks God for all these blessings. And I now welcome 2008 with a bang (but please, no more UTI)!!!
Merry Christmas!
And yes, Happy New Year na rin!
Friday, December 14, 2007
Christmas Nostalgia
Weekend is just a day away! Alas, I can take some rest again. Have plans already ~ will sleep the whole day of Saturday to regain lost energies after this quite long week. Truth is, nothing at work has been so toxic, but I feel tired and restless since Monday evening. Maybe because I still can feel the Christmas Party hang-over. On Sunday I needed to shop for the Christmas gifts for my Godchildren and friends or else, I’m doomed. Monday morning I’ll visit my dentist for my monthly check-up and in the evening, back to work. It seems like I’ll have a very organized weekend. But I doubt! Knowing me!
Christmas is really just around the corner. I can see excited faces everywhere. The traffic is now a big headache! Malls are jam-packed; all are busy buying and/or looking for their would-be wish lists, while I am still taking my time idly and feeling lazy to move. Feels like I’m getting pessimistic on this season ~ and I just can’t feel the urge to roam around the malls nowadays. Ironically, I’m always with my two friends when they do their shopping but I join them merely as a companion. You wouldn’t see me carrying a single paper bag after. Maybe because I already have my outfits for the Christmas Day itself. Perhaps because I am contemplating on giving cash to my Godchildren instead of gifts. And perhaps because I’m planning treat my dear friends to lunch or dinner instead of worrying what would be the best gift to give them. Don’t know!
I wrote here before that I am preparing for this season more than the preparation I made last year. I stand corrected ~ it looks like it’s going to be just an ordinary day for me. Yearly, I look forward to watch the movies shown at the local film fest but now, I haven’t seen a single trailer of the movie entries (how would I be able to see one when I haven’t been to movies for months?). All I know is that on Christmas Day I would wake up early, perhaps 7:00 AM (if you can call it early) to visit my Lola Poncing to kiss her hand as a sign of respect and gratitude (a family tradition!). Then will take a bath, wear my outfit, hand my cash or gifts to my nephews and only niece (who happened to be my Godchild as well), visit my beloved and groovy Grandma Noning, Aunt Lydia and the rest of my relatives. Have some good laughs while I give out cashes or gifts to my nephews, nieces, cousins etc. Have a good lunch with the whole clan and then after lunch plan what would be next ~ either watch a movie with cousins or alone, take my afternoon nap or go malling. When tired would have to go home ~ watch the television and then, sleep! Christmas Day is over, quite boring!
Well, what can you expect? I don’t have someone special to spend the day with. Sure I have friends, but of course I wouldn’t want to steal their quality times with their own families. So I’ll be left alone ~ on the merry day itself. Sigh! Well, I'm getting used to it. Enough said!
Christmas is my most looked-forward holiday when I was still a kid, as I am sure to receive a gift from my only God Mom (for life!). But now that I am two decades older, things have turned around. I would have to buy my God Mom a Christmas present (if not, what a shame!). When before I always ask for some twenty, fifty or a hundred bucks from my Uncles and Aunts after kissing them Merry Christmas, they would now send their grandchildren to me to ask for money. Hayy, nowadays, during Christmas I end up penniless. A big sigh once more!
Sure, I am getting older. I am starting to feel what I was hearing before from older ones that Christmas is a day when they feel better to hide away from people ~ in purpose! How I wish I am still the same old kid who fancied the colorful gift wraps my God Mom used for my gifts, who’s excited to wear my Mighty Kid shoes because of its blinking lights and of course who’ll boast of my Christmas outfits with my playmates and cousins. Gone are those days. Christmas is no longer a festive day for my now weary soul.
Hayyy, when will Christmas again be merry for me? Can’t wait! Can’t stand it anymore! Sigh… and yes, a big sigh!
Peace!
Christmas is really just around the corner. I can see excited faces everywhere. The traffic is now a big headache! Malls are jam-packed; all are busy buying and/or looking for their would-be wish lists, while I am still taking my time idly and feeling lazy to move. Feels like I’m getting pessimistic on this season ~ and I just can’t feel the urge to roam around the malls nowadays. Ironically, I’m always with my two friends when they do their shopping but I join them merely as a companion. You wouldn’t see me carrying a single paper bag after. Maybe because I already have my outfits for the Christmas Day itself. Perhaps because I am contemplating on giving cash to my Godchildren instead of gifts. And perhaps because I’m planning treat my dear friends to lunch or dinner instead of worrying what would be the best gift to give them. Don’t know!
I wrote here before that I am preparing for this season more than the preparation I made last year. I stand corrected ~ it looks like it’s going to be just an ordinary day for me. Yearly, I look forward to watch the movies shown at the local film fest but now, I haven’t seen a single trailer of the movie entries (how would I be able to see one when I haven’t been to movies for months?). All I know is that on Christmas Day I would wake up early, perhaps 7:00 AM (if you can call it early) to visit my Lola Poncing to kiss her hand as a sign of respect and gratitude (a family tradition!). Then will take a bath, wear my outfit, hand my cash or gifts to my nephews and only niece (who happened to be my Godchild as well), visit my beloved and groovy Grandma Noning, Aunt Lydia and the rest of my relatives. Have some good laughs while I give out cashes or gifts to my nephews, nieces, cousins etc. Have a good lunch with the whole clan and then after lunch plan what would be next ~ either watch a movie with cousins or alone, take my afternoon nap or go malling. When tired would have to go home ~ watch the television and then, sleep! Christmas Day is over, quite boring!
Well, what can you expect? I don’t have someone special to spend the day with. Sure I have friends, but of course I wouldn’t want to steal their quality times with their own families. So I’ll be left alone ~ on the merry day itself. Sigh! Well, I'm getting used to it. Enough said!
Christmas is my most looked-forward holiday when I was still a kid, as I am sure to receive a gift from my only God Mom (for life!). But now that I am two decades older, things have turned around. I would have to buy my God Mom a Christmas present (if not, what a shame!). When before I always ask for some twenty, fifty or a hundred bucks from my Uncles and Aunts after kissing them Merry Christmas, they would now send their grandchildren to me to ask for money. Hayy, nowadays, during Christmas I end up penniless. A big sigh once more!
Sure, I am getting older. I am starting to feel what I was hearing before from older ones that Christmas is a day when they feel better to hide away from people ~ in purpose! How I wish I am still the same old kid who fancied the colorful gift wraps my God Mom used for my gifts, who’s excited to wear my Mighty Kid shoes because of its blinking lights and of course who’ll boast of my Christmas outfits with my playmates and cousins. Gone are those days. Christmas is no longer a festive day for my now weary soul.
Hayyy, when will Christmas again be merry for me? Can’t wait! Can’t stand it anymore! Sigh… and yes, a big sigh!
Peace!
Monday, December 10, 2007
Haha… Male Star of the Night!
Yesterday indeed was a day! Fun, enjoying, relaxing and of course, toxic! But at least, it’s all over, for now…
Our Winter Wonderland Party was really successful. Though the program and the evening were relatively short, I hope everybody who attended the event enjoyed their night. The venue was just perfect, the food was good and of course the party itself was indeed entertaining. Thanks to Mar, Pong and Migs for hosting, you really did a good job!
Though I wasn’t able to win any of the raffle items, I was so happy for I won the Male Star of the Night category. Well, that’s still a Php 2,000.00 cold cash! Thanks to the two-day sick leave that I had, it enabled me to rest well. Thanks as well to my Sponsors (artista ako!), kahit nagbayad ako sa inyo hehehe ~ Onesimus for my Long Sleeves, Vest and Tie, Memo for my Khaki Pants, Lacoste for my Rubber Shoes, Penshoppe for my Jacket, Kenneth Jo for the Scarf and Grace Naceno for the Socks! Good enough, goal attained!
I also posted a few pics in my Friendster account (http://profiles.friendster.com/adrianmanay), please take the time to visit my account and view the pictures.
Lastly, thanks to all the guests ~ employees and VIPs alike. To all the team members who participated in the Chorale Singing Contest, congratulations for your nice presentations. Special mention of course to the winner, Team AmieKenetic… nice interpretation of my favorite Christmas Song, My Grown-Up Christmas List. Congratulations to Ryan, Grace, Vanny and Tine for your 5-year Loyalty Awards; Team Hermione for bagging the very first Best Team of the Quarter Award; to the PRIME Team for getting the Special Citation Award.
And yes, thanks Josiah’s Catering for the nice food and service. Thanks as well to the Blue Leaf Team for being so accommodating. And lastly, thanks to my PMT and my GP2WC members for your unwavering support and commitment. I really am proud to work with you guys! Till our next activity!
Our Winter Wonderland Party was really successful. Though the program and the evening were relatively short, I hope everybody who attended the event enjoyed their night. The venue was just perfect, the food was good and of course the party itself was indeed entertaining. Thanks to Mar, Pong and Migs for hosting, you really did a good job!
Though I wasn’t able to win any of the raffle items, I was so happy for I won the Male Star of the Night category. Well, that’s still a Php 2,000.00 cold cash! Thanks to the two-day sick leave that I had, it enabled me to rest well. Thanks as well to my Sponsors (artista ako!), kahit nagbayad ako sa inyo hehehe ~ Onesimus for my Long Sleeves, Vest and Tie, Memo for my Khaki Pants, Lacoste for my Rubber Shoes, Penshoppe for my Jacket, Kenneth Jo for the Scarf and Grace Naceno for the Socks! Good enough, goal attained!
I also posted a few pics in my Friendster account (http://profiles.friendster.com/adrianmanay), please take the time to visit my account and view the pictures.
Lastly, thanks to all the guests ~ employees and VIPs alike. To all the team members who participated in the Chorale Singing Contest, congratulations for your nice presentations. Special mention of course to the winner, Team AmieKenetic… nice interpretation of my favorite Christmas Song, My Grown-Up Christmas List. Congratulations to Ryan, Grace, Vanny and Tine for your 5-year Loyalty Awards; Team Hermione for bagging the very first Best Team of the Quarter Award; to the PRIME Team for getting the Special Citation Award.
And yes, thanks Josiah’s Catering for the nice food and service. Thanks as well to the Blue Leaf Team for being so accommodating. And lastly, thanks to my PMT and my GP2WC members for your unwavering support and commitment. I really am proud to work with you guys! Till our next activity!
Sunday, December 9, 2007
This is “The Day”
Woke up a little earlier than the usual. Excited? Yes! Today’s December 9, and is the “Big Day”. Aha, I’m not getting married, just to be clear. Today’s our Christmas Party, the best so far that I am to experience on my four times in Black Pearl.
I will always remember the very first Christmas Party I had with this team way back 2004. It was themed “Belen Awards” as we are to award the company’s most popular employees way back then. I wouldn’t say they are the most significant ones as honestly, some of them aren’t even performing well; winners were chosen out of voting, hence a popularity contest. Short notice, I had to emcee the event; for the male emcee couldn’t even say a word due to shyness (but later on, when I had a feud with him he turned out to talk fiercer than me! Bitch!). I also was not comfortable doing it back then; first because I am relatively new with the company and roughly knew everybody and second, the program wasn’t properly organized. Hayy, those were the days. At least now that I am the one planning for this kind of events for the company, I have my learned lessons to ponder.
The second year I would say is a little better, but quite ‘un-fabulous’. We needed to share the night with the other projects that were handled by our HOS Delivery Lead. While it has been a good opportunity to mingle, I think it turned out to be not as enjoyable as we wanted. Probably because of the venue and the big population. It wasn’t as intimate and merry as a Christmas Party should be (well, that’s my idea of a party). I again was a host… senseless host, I should say hahaha!
Last year showed a very good improvement ~ from the venue to the food and to the event itself. It was a Hawaiian-themed party in a poolside. Presentations of our teams were simply incredible! The food was more than enough for the guests (I can’t describe the taste as I wasn’t able to eat much because I’m one of the ‘punong abalas’). And yes, the hosts were great! Ah, ako pala yun!. I don’t know why Black Pearl employees loved it when I do the hosting ~ maybe because I’m quite witty, smart or what (yabang ko talaga!) ~ or because they love it when I do my spiels (quite libelous, slanderous and hmm, funny!). All I know is that, when I hold the microphone I can’t stop giving funny antics and my energy peaks up to its highest level!
For this year, I will just be a back-up host (ano yun?). You see, I wanted to enjoy the party and be not as worried as the past three ones that I’ve experienced. But since we are expecting very important guests from Accenture and our client, I would have to be on the sides of the three emcees ~ they are now quite nervous and seems to lose words to say. I have high hopes though that these three will be able to do their part tonight with flying colors, with a little to no help from me anymore. I really want them to develop their self-esteem and their talents to host events like this.
True enough, I can now feel the Christmas breeze! Never mind if it’s going to be as cold as ice for me. It was always, anyway! I haven’t done my Christmas shopping yet for my Godchildren and my friends who are on my list. On the other hand, I already have my Christmas Outfits (hehehe)… have my 2008 Starbucks planner as well. Don’t know how to describe what I’m feeling right now ~ if I am excited or what for the Christmas Day itself. All I know is that I am preparing for it, more than the preparations I made last year.
All I wanted is for my Christmas to be merry, and my New Year to be a blissful one!
For now, have to pack-up. Need to go to the party earlier than anybody for our last minute preparations. Parking the pen.
Seasons greetings to yah all!
I will always remember the very first Christmas Party I had with this team way back 2004. It was themed “Belen Awards” as we are to award the company’s most popular employees way back then. I wouldn’t say they are the most significant ones as honestly, some of them aren’t even performing well; winners were chosen out of voting, hence a popularity contest. Short notice, I had to emcee the event; for the male emcee couldn’t even say a word due to shyness (but later on, when I had a feud with him he turned out to talk fiercer than me! Bitch!). I also was not comfortable doing it back then; first because I am relatively new with the company and roughly knew everybody and second, the program wasn’t properly organized. Hayy, those were the days. At least now that I am the one planning for this kind of events for the company, I have my learned lessons to ponder.
The second year I would say is a little better, but quite ‘un-fabulous’. We needed to share the night with the other projects that were handled by our HOS Delivery Lead. While it has been a good opportunity to mingle, I think it turned out to be not as enjoyable as we wanted. Probably because of the venue and the big population. It wasn’t as intimate and merry as a Christmas Party should be (well, that’s my idea of a party). I again was a host… senseless host, I should say hahaha!
Last year showed a very good improvement ~ from the venue to the food and to the event itself. It was a Hawaiian-themed party in a poolside. Presentations of our teams were simply incredible! The food was more than enough for the guests (I can’t describe the taste as I wasn’t able to eat much because I’m one of the ‘punong abalas’). And yes, the hosts were great! Ah, ako pala yun!. I don’t know why Black Pearl employees loved it when I do the hosting ~ maybe because I’m quite witty, smart or what (yabang ko talaga!) ~ or because they love it when I do my spiels (quite libelous, slanderous and hmm, funny!). All I know is that, when I hold the microphone I can’t stop giving funny antics and my energy peaks up to its highest level!
For this year, I will just be a back-up host (ano yun?). You see, I wanted to enjoy the party and be not as worried as the past three ones that I’ve experienced. But since we are expecting very important guests from Accenture and our client, I would have to be on the sides of the three emcees ~ they are now quite nervous and seems to lose words to say. I have high hopes though that these three will be able to do their part tonight with flying colors, with a little to no help from me anymore. I really want them to develop their self-esteem and their talents to host events like this.
True enough, I can now feel the Christmas breeze! Never mind if it’s going to be as cold as ice for me. It was always, anyway! I haven’t done my Christmas shopping yet for my Godchildren and my friends who are on my list. On the other hand, I already have my Christmas Outfits (hehehe)… have my 2008 Starbucks planner as well. Don’t know how to describe what I’m feeling right now ~ if I am excited or what for the Christmas Day itself. All I know is that I am preparing for it, more than the preparations I made last year.
All I wanted is for my Christmas to be merry, and my New Year to be a blissful one!
For now, have to pack-up. Need to go to the party earlier than anybody for our last minute preparations. Parking the pen.
Seasons greetings to yah all!
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Been sick…
What’s with December that for this past two years I experienced sickness on this month? Been out of the office since Tuesday night. Upon waking up Monday I already had sore throat and immediately treated it with a pack of lozenges. But the pill seems not effective I asked my friend Joy for an alternative medicine. She prescribed a certain Antibiotic and I immediately bought it. But when I woke up Tuesday afternoon to prepare for work I felt a slight fever and my sore throat has developed to frequent dry coughing. I then decided to take a rest ~ I need to get well for our Sunday’s Christmas Party.
It has been two days and I seem to feel fine already. Thanks to the many Solmux tablet I’ve taken! I will report back to the office later tonight as more than being well, I needed to come. I know my office table has now piles of papers for reviewing, signing and routing. My planner probably is now shouting my to-do’s. Two days are quite a number and I expect a very busy night later. Dear God, please don’t make my condition get worse! I need to be the Star of the Night on Sunday!
Truth is, I’m getting bored! I thought staying at home for more than 48 hours will be good but after many hours of sleep, my head became so achy. Of course, I simply can’t go out for rains are also pouring (Mom also wouldn’t allow me!). Missed my new desktop monitor (plasma screen), my earphones, my comfy swivel chair and yes, the Management Team’s dance rehearsal! Will be able to rehearse on Saturday morning though! That’s okay, even if I missed the second to the last rehearsal, I am good. I know all the dance steps already.
Of course, even if I am out I needed to check my e-mails from time-to-time and be online in AIM for some instructions to my team members. During times like this I know I need not worry for I have a very reliable team. Since they are good, I am thinking that perhaps I am no longer needed in the office! Joke! I need to work (and earn!) of course! Still have lots of bills to pay!
I can’t think of anything to do here at home anymore. I have checked my Friendster account for more than 20 times already. Have watched boring TV shows as well. Re-watched Regine Velasquez’s movies, organized my dresser, etc. etc. Now last thing to do: write a blog message. BUT, my writing skill has been sick as well, perhaps. No thoughts are flowing on my mind now. Hmp, writing a non-sense blog! Thinking; when can I write a blog message that’s inspiring and thought-provoking? Answer: Don’t know! I need to consult you guys again. Suggest a topic to write! ASAP!
Bye for now. See yah around!
It has been two days and I seem to feel fine already. Thanks to the many Solmux tablet I’ve taken! I will report back to the office later tonight as more than being well, I needed to come. I know my office table has now piles of papers for reviewing, signing and routing. My planner probably is now shouting my to-do’s. Two days are quite a number and I expect a very busy night later. Dear God, please don’t make my condition get worse! I need to be the Star of the Night on Sunday!
Truth is, I’m getting bored! I thought staying at home for more than 48 hours will be good but after many hours of sleep, my head became so achy. Of course, I simply can’t go out for rains are also pouring (Mom also wouldn’t allow me!). Missed my new desktop monitor (plasma screen), my earphones, my comfy swivel chair and yes, the Management Team’s dance rehearsal! Will be able to rehearse on Saturday morning though! That’s okay, even if I missed the second to the last rehearsal, I am good. I know all the dance steps already.
Of course, even if I am out I needed to check my e-mails from time-to-time and be online in AIM for some instructions to my team members. During times like this I know I need not worry for I have a very reliable team. Since they are good, I am thinking that perhaps I am no longer needed in the office! Joke! I need to work (and earn!) of course! Still have lots of bills to pay!
I can’t think of anything to do here at home anymore. I have checked my Friendster account for more than 20 times already. Have watched boring TV shows as well. Re-watched Regine Velasquez’s movies, organized my dresser, etc. etc. Now last thing to do: write a blog message. BUT, my writing skill has been sick as well, perhaps. No thoughts are flowing on my mind now. Hmp, writing a non-sense blog! Thinking; when can I write a blog message that’s inspiring and thought-provoking? Answer: Don’t know! I need to consult you guys again. Suggest a topic to write! ASAP!
Bye for now. See yah around!
Monday, December 3, 2007
What’s been going on lately?
I’m still on the night shift schedule and yes, getting used to it. I might extend on this sched till the end of December. I have a feeling January 2008 will be a good start for me; as I believe 2008 will be my year (leap years are actually good for me). I still do not see signs that it will be a good one but it’s too early to say and look for signs, 2007’s last month has just started.
Let’s have a little rewind. I’ve been to some good activities and events recently. First was attending the Jojo-Sherley wedding last November 24. Sherley will always occupy a very special place in my heart as she’s really a dear friend. I wouldn’t miss her wedding for the world! Good that the date coincided with the US Thanksgiving Holiday; I had a good rest before doing my role as a Candle Sponsor. The wedding was also a perfect chance for us, high school classmates to catch up and it was so nice doing so. I missed the Club Ts and the rest of the gang! Never mind the costly treat; I really had a wonderful time with them. Girls, take good care of your mugs and yes, I’m willing to throw a party for you on my birthday. I still have time to save anyway.
That evening, I was in Aliw Theatre to watch Regine Velasquez’s ‘Ang Ating Awitin’ concert (yes, still a fan!). I was with my two bitchy friends, Yeth (you again!, we’re together in the wedding) and Jean. We’re seated on the VIP section, and was alongside Nadia Montenegro and kids, Vicky Belo and Hayden Kho (Wilma Galvante and Kuya Germs were both near our seats as well). It was really nice watching Reg perform live, and no matter what others would say about the concert and Regine, she is for me, still reigning ~ and yes, the undisputed Asia’s Songbird!
The week after was quite a heavy one – as the long weekend of course has its toll – pile of workloads to do. My team would have to prepare in our project’s attendance to the Accenture BPO Christmas Party. It was so commendable to know that we had around 80 % participation on the event, compared to other projects which had as low as 15 % engagement. I heard the party in general had low turn-outs based on the confirmed registrants; but nonetheless, the World Trade Center was quite jam-packed on the party’s day itself. Do not ask me for my other feedbacks about the event, but it’s a little pass my good marking. Of course, it isn’t easy to stage a party for 4,000 plus employees.
It’s Monday again and the start of the week. I would be at work in a few more hours, but before preparing I decided to write again (been so lazy writing recently). This will again be a very busy week as we are to finalize our very own project’s Christmas Party, scheduled on December 09 (Sunday). I am feeling the butterflies in my stomach now, but still able to relax for I know I have a reliable team with me – my Great Place to Work Council. There are still some dirty jobs to finish and accomplish which are actually on top of our daily to-do’s. I might not be able to write again but don’t worry, I’ll sure be back. Perhaps next week? To give you guys a detailed account of the Black Pearl’s much anticipated Christmas Party.
On a personal note, I am still missing B--- so bad! But there’s nothing I can do anymore. Ours is a closed book, and I believe we both should move on. What we had was so speedy and its end was also so rapid, but despite what happened, I take this as a new learning ~ charged to experience. I also have learned that in love, I should always be optimistic – when you experience the rain, the rainbow will surely show up. Again, I have a feeling 2008 will be my year, who knows my love aspect will also be merry. If yes, then I’m good. If not, I am still good. As long as I can go on day-by-day, then I’m okay.
That’s it for now folks! Till next ish…
Let’s have a little rewind. I’ve been to some good activities and events recently. First was attending the Jojo-Sherley wedding last November 24. Sherley will always occupy a very special place in my heart as she’s really a dear friend. I wouldn’t miss her wedding for the world! Good that the date coincided with the US Thanksgiving Holiday; I had a good rest before doing my role as a Candle Sponsor. The wedding was also a perfect chance for us, high school classmates to catch up and it was so nice doing so. I missed the Club Ts and the rest of the gang! Never mind the costly treat; I really had a wonderful time with them. Girls, take good care of your mugs and yes, I’m willing to throw a party for you on my birthday. I still have time to save anyway.
That evening, I was in Aliw Theatre to watch Regine Velasquez’s ‘Ang Ating Awitin’ concert (yes, still a fan!). I was with my two bitchy friends, Yeth (you again!, we’re together in the wedding) and Jean. We’re seated on the VIP section, and was alongside Nadia Montenegro and kids, Vicky Belo and Hayden Kho (Wilma Galvante and Kuya Germs were both near our seats as well). It was really nice watching Reg perform live, and no matter what others would say about the concert and Regine, she is for me, still reigning ~ and yes, the undisputed Asia’s Songbird!
The week after was quite a heavy one – as the long weekend of course has its toll – pile of workloads to do. My team would have to prepare in our project’s attendance to the Accenture BPO Christmas Party. It was so commendable to know that we had around 80 % participation on the event, compared to other projects which had as low as 15 % engagement. I heard the party in general had low turn-outs based on the confirmed registrants; but nonetheless, the World Trade Center was quite jam-packed on the party’s day itself. Do not ask me for my other feedbacks about the event, but it’s a little pass my good marking. Of course, it isn’t easy to stage a party for 4,000 plus employees.
It’s Monday again and the start of the week. I would be at work in a few more hours, but before preparing I decided to write again (been so lazy writing recently). This will again be a very busy week as we are to finalize our very own project’s Christmas Party, scheduled on December 09 (Sunday). I am feeling the butterflies in my stomach now, but still able to relax for I know I have a reliable team with me – my Great Place to Work Council. There are still some dirty jobs to finish and accomplish which are actually on top of our daily to-do’s. I might not be able to write again but don’t worry, I’ll sure be back. Perhaps next week? To give you guys a detailed account of the Black Pearl’s much anticipated Christmas Party.
On a personal note, I am still missing B--- so bad! But there’s nothing I can do anymore. Ours is a closed book, and I believe we both should move on. What we had was so speedy and its end was also so rapid, but despite what happened, I take this as a new learning ~ charged to experience. I also have learned that in love, I should always be optimistic – when you experience the rain, the rainbow will surely show up. Again, I have a feeling 2008 will be my year, who knows my love aspect will also be merry. If yes, then I’m good. If not, I am still good. As long as I can go on day-by-day, then I’m okay.
That’s it for now folks! Till next ish…
Thursday, November 29, 2007
How Are You?
Sometimes, I am tempted to send you a note of Hi… for I simply miss doing so. I always wonder how you have been coping so far with your busy schedule. I know you’re living quite an abnormal life and I am sure you really needed a breather; but when I think of offering my company as a way for you to unwind, my conscience is directing me to stop as it is not appropriate.
I couldn’t believe that for the past few months I was able to stand not checking on you. I can now commend myself for my courage to be indifferent, even if it’s quite a difficult challenge – knowing you’re just a message away, knowing where you usually hang out, knowing how you may have been tired and restless with all the things you need to attend to.
Sometimes, when I am walking my way back home I wish I would be able to see you. Probably a glimpse from you would be more than enough for me to know you’re okay. And that would surely help me to go on… and yes, live my life away…
Again, I miss you...
I couldn’t believe that for the past few months I was able to stand not checking on you. I can now commend myself for my courage to be indifferent, even if it’s quite a difficult challenge – knowing you’re just a message away, knowing where you usually hang out, knowing how you may have been tired and restless with all the things you need to attend to.
Sometimes, when I am walking my way back home I wish I would be able to see you. Probably a glimpse from you would be more than enough for me to know you’re okay. And that would surely help me to go on… and yes, live my life away…
Again, I miss you...
Saturday, November 17, 2007
On being in-love
I had a nice and long chat early morning of Tuesday with a friend who I wasn’t able to see for months. She dropped-by the office to pick-up her last check reimbursement and as always, she treated me out to a big burger and large sized fries in a burger house near the office. It was a perfect opportunity for us to catch up, since she’s off to go abroad by January - new environment and yes, new beginnings. I actually knew of this plan, as I am always updated on the status of her immigrant application to Canada. I know this has been a dream come true for her – living a life away from her usual busy world, a world where she’s to start anew with her Mom, Dad and elder sister. Indeed, even if its miles away, Canada is still a home.
So we shared our usual guffaws in the burger house which only had us and two Americans as customers. I am still the very attentive listener, and she still had lots of stories (and secrets!) to tell. The headline and to my delight, she’s in-love again. And her ‘rosy state’ has been going on for five months already. At last, after years of waiting (and wanting!), my friend can finally declare, “Hindi ako makakaong”. I haven’t met the guy personally but basing on her story, he’s quite a good catch – they were family friends, he’s a Mechanical Engineer cum manager of his family’s accounting firm – and I knew from my friend’s eyes, she’s head over heels on him.
She gave me an idea of how sweet and thoughtful her guy is. She shared to me the story of their first meeting, how she has been awful initially of his get-up (knowing how engineers sometimes dress-up). She told me how ‘kilig’ she was when he fetched her up from her place in Parañaque, all the way from Bulacan to drop her off to Makati as she’s to attend a Manager’s conference in Clark Pampanga. And of course, to make this all complete, he fetched her from the conference three days after and brought her home. Whew! Indeed an A++ for his effort!
Honestly, I am so happy for my friend. I’ve known her heartaches; I’ve heard her story of a love that was separated by her boyfriend’s untimely death and also have seen her cries from a recent love which was not reciprocated (or probably not even appreciated). I will always remember the night when she called me crying, simply because she learned this guy was out dating someone. I can always vividly recall how unwillingly I’ve been a love guru – even if I myself had love struggles to deal with during that time. I felt her pain… but a caring friend like me should, more than anything else, be a sturdy shoulder and an accommodating ear. Now as I look back, I see no trace of a hurting woman. Now, here’s a girl who have re-discovered the magic of love and the exciting feeling it would have to offer.
Quoting her, “It is really surprising to know that the love you deserve will come at a time when you least expect it”. Imagine, who would have thought that a very career-oriented woman ~ who sees her workstation as her home and her house as her bed, who can easily lead client meetings and withstand more than ten hours of boardroom presentation explaining the company’s SLAs, who can easily shy away credible managers with her witticisms (and sometimes, sarcasms!) ~ fall in-love with a simple Mechanical Engineer who’ll knock her out of her feet. And it happened when she’s off to go miles away. That simply is magic!
To my friend, here’s to a happy relationship with your man. I know you two would be challenged by the distance that there will be, but as long as you know where to put your hearts into, you guys should not be shaken. Be not afraid of the bumps, they’ll be fuels to keep you on the journey. Be not afraid of your differences, they’re icings on the cake. Be not afraid to love, just continue doing so.
To my friend’s Manu, thanks for painting a wide smile to her weary face. I’m sure you’ll treasure her the same way she has been special to me and to the rest of her family and friends. Typically, she’s not liked, she’s not admired and she’s not emulated. But she’s simply our bitch ~ the dear who made us laugh, made us cry and the girl who made us appreciate the beauty of her bitchy soulJ. Promise us, you’ll love her… and be the source of her strength.
To me, here’s to more patience in waiting. Again, “It is really surprising to know that the love you deserve will come at a time when you least expect it”. And when that time comes, I’m sure to be ready and accepting – the who and the what do not matter anymore, the person would simply be God’s gift to me. In His Time… in His Glorious Time!
So we shared our usual guffaws in the burger house which only had us and two Americans as customers. I am still the very attentive listener, and she still had lots of stories (and secrets!) to tell. The headline and to my delight, she’s in-love again. And her ‘rosy state’ has been going on for five months already. At last, after years of waiting (and wanting!), my friend can finally declare, “Hindi ako makakaong”. I haven’t met the guy personally but basing on her story, he’s quite a good catch – they were family friends, he’s a Mechanical Engineer cum manager of his family’s accounting firm – and I knew from my friend’s eyes, she’s head over heels on him.
She gave me an idea of how sweet and thoughtful her guy is. She shared to me the story of their first meeting, how she has been awful initially of his get-up (knowing how engineers sometimes dress-up). She told me how ‘kilig’ she was when he fetched her up from her place in Parañaque, all the way from Bulacan to drop her off to Makati as she’s to attend a Manager’s conference in Clark Pampanga. And of course, to make this all complete, he fetched her from the conference three days after and brought her home. Whew! Indeed an A++ for his effort!
Honestly, I am so happy for my friend. I’ve known her heartaches; I’ve heard her story of a love that was separated by her boyfriend’s untimely death and also have seen her cries from a recent love which was not reciprocated (or probably not even appreciated). I will always remember the night when she called me crying, simply because she learned this guy was out dating someone. I can always vividly recall how unwillingly I’ve been a love guru – even if I myself had love struggles to deal with during that time. I felt her pain… but a caring friend like me should, more than anything else, be a sturdy shoulder and an accommodating ear. Now as I look back, I see no trace of a hurting woman. Now, here’s a girl who have re-discovered the magic of love and the exciting feeling it would have to offer.
Quoting her, “It is really surprising to know that the love you deserve will come at a time when you least expect it”. Imagine, who would have thought that a very career-oriented woman ~ who sees her workstation as her home and her house as her bed, who can easily lead client meetings and withstand more than ten hours of boardroom presentation explaining the company’s SLAs, who can easily shy away credible managers with her witticisms (and sometimes, sarcasms!) ~ fall in-love with a simple Mechanical Engineer who’ll knock her out of her feet. And it happened when she’s off to go miles away. That simply is magic!
To my friend, here’s to a happy relationship with your man. I know you two would be challenged by the distance that there will be, but as long as you know where to put your hearts into, you guys should not be shaken. Be not afraid of the bumps, they’ll be fuels to keep you on the journey. Be not afraid of your differences, they’re icings on the cake. Be not afraid to love, just continue doing so.
To my friend’s Manu, thanks for painting a wide smile to her weary face. I’m sure you’ll treasure her the same way she has been special to me and to the rest of her family and friends. Typically, she’s not liked, she’s not admired and she’s not emulated. But she’s simply our bitch ~ the dear who made us laugh, made us cry and the girl who made us appreciate the beauty of her bitchy soulJ. Promise us, you’ll love her… and be the source of her strength.
To me, here’s to more patience in waiting. Again, “It is really surprising to know that the love you deserve will come at a time when you least expect it”. And when that time comes, I’m sure to be ready and accepting – the who and the what do not matter anymore, the person would simply be God’s gift to me. In His Time… in His Glorious Time!
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Why not an alter-ego?
When I decided to make my own blog site, I was told by dear friends it would be better if I create an alter-ego and hide my real identity to the readers. They told me that majority of popular bloggers were not really known to their avid fans and it is more appealing if it’ll be kept that way; the more curious the readers are as to who the writer is, the more the blog’s becoming more exciting.
I said why not? Back then, I initially thought the character that I’ll create is that of a college professor. My reason? I was thinking I could give justice to it, and somehow, would be a clue to close friends of my real identity; after all, they really thought I would be an educator. I thought I’ll be a professor of Economics (hmmm… why Econ specifically?), who’s in-love with a Computer Science student (why again?) but ended up with a college undergrad (hehehe). But last minute decision was not to create a doppelganger, to my very nature of candidness, spontaneity, honesty and tact, I would have to be my own self…. and it sure paid off. I was able to pour my emotions freely, easily and comfortably. And yes, was still able to stir up interest to my readers (my colleagues in the office actually).
And so I was able to post twenty messages already, with my day-to-day experience as my stimulant. I know some of my writings aren’t that compelling or appealing, but I know some of you have been waiting for my next posting after the other, especially when I’m writing the story of my love affair (or is it with an s?). Just because I am not that vocal about this topic in the office and even to my friends, you were thinking I will share my thoughts and feelings through this humble site (ouch, someone spanked me!). And yes, occasionally I write them down just like with the last posting prior to this one. (Hmm… probably you’re wondering as to who this person is. A clue: browse my Friendster Account; my current apple of the eye isn’t there hahaha! Give it to me, baby! That’s something private!)
Now that I was able to at least attain my goal - and that is to simply write and stir up interest to at least a handful - I’d say alter-egos aren’t at all times effective. It may be to some or majority of the bloggers but not on me. Perhaps if I chose to create a character, I would be able to post only a few postings (perhaps three to five as the most); for I am not really that imaginative and I know I won’t be able to weave stories of personalities not totally known to me. At least I now feel the satisfaction, even if I’m also risking the possibility of my family members reading this site and compromising my “chuvachuchu” with ahmmmm, private nga eh!
Best said, I am a writer of my own mind and my own world. I am letting you hear the flouted whimpers… of my derisive soul… and a shadow of my being would not at all be a help. If I remain to be silent on some issues, I apologize… but also, thanks for reading this. You added one to my viewing count.
Till next ish… Happy weekend chuvachuhu.
I said why not? Back then, I initially thought the character that I’ll create is that of a college professor. My reason? I was thinking I could give justice to it, and somehow, would be a clue to close friends of my real identity; after all, they really thought I would be an educator. I thought I’ll be a professor of Economics (hmmm… why Econ specifically?), who’s in-love with a Computer Science student (why again?) but ended up with a college undergrad (hehehe). But last minute decision was not to create a doppelganger, to my very nature of candidness, spontaneity, honesty and tact, I would have to be my own self…. and it sure paid off. I was able to pour my emotions freely, easily and comfortably. And yes, was still able to stir up interest to my readers (my colleagues in the office actually).
And so I was able to post twenty messages already, with my day-to-day experience as my stimulant. I know some of my writings aren’t that compelling or appealing, but I know some of you have been waiting for my next posting after the other, especially when I’m writing the story of my love affair (or is it with an s?). Just because I am not that vocal about this topic in the office and even to my friends, you were thinking I will share my thoughts and feelings through this humble site (ouch, someone spanked me!). And yes, occasionally I write them down just like with the last posting prior to this one. (Hmm… probably you’re wondering as to who this person is. A clue: browse my Friendster Account; my current apple of the eye isn’t there hahaha! Give it to me, baby! That’s something private!)
Now that I was able to at least attain my goal - and that is to simply write and stir up interest to at least a handful - I’d say alter-egos aren’t at all times effective. It may be to some or majority of the bloggers but not on me. Perhaps if I chose to create a character, I would be able to post only a few postings (perhaps three to five as the most); for I am not really that imaginative and I know I won’t be able to weave stories of personalities not totally known to me. At least I now feel the satisfaction, even if I’m also risking the possibility of my family members reading this site and compromising my “chuvachuchu” with ahmmmm, private nga eh!
Best said, I am a writer of my own mind and my own world. I am letting you hear the flouted whimpers… of my derisive soul… and a shadow of my being would not at all be a help. If I remain to be silent on some issues, I apologize… but also, thanks for reading this. You added one to my viewing count.
Till next ish… Happy weekend chuvachuhu.
Friday, November 9, 2007
Ode to You
The chance of knowing you was the last thing I expected. Back then, I was in the state of mending a wounded heart. You have been around for quite some time but I have never felt your existence until you made your first move – by sending me an e-mail of Hello. Unwillingly, I sent my reply of Hi. You asked my number and I gave it… and yes, we exchanged messages till the wee hours of the morning, when we’re both supposed to have slept in preparation of our day’s work. At first, I was kinda annoyed, but eventually, I liked your openness and your bravery to tell me all things which I should not at all be aware of… Unconsciously, I also have shared some info I have kept a secret for quite some time. With your help, I regained my energies.
Admittedly, it isn’t a good thing to divert all my angst on you but purposely I did it, simply because your presence has helped me in my healing process. You have inspired me to re-focus my attention to my work, my family, my life and yes, to YOU… and you, alone. My days always start with you offering a share on your boring breakfast (as your office’s canteen offer the same set of menu day-by-day). My nights end with you sending your “Good Night, Sleep Tight” more than a hundred times. And my voyage to dreamland will not be complete without your winsome smile embedded on my subconscious. Until one fine day upon waking up, I realized that you have been a part of my system, a sure delight to my daily living. That morning, I recognized the same exciting feeling… I knew I’m in love again.
Admittedly, it isn’t a good thing to divert all my angst on you but purposely I did it, simply because your presence has helped me in my healing process. You have inspired me to re-focus my attention to my work, my family, my life and yes, to YOU… and you, alone. My days always start with you offering a share on your boring breakfast (as your office’s canteen offer the same set of menu day-by-day). My nights end with you sending your “Good Night, Sleep Tight” more than a hundred times. And my voyage to dreamland will not be complete without your winsome smile embedded on my subconscious. Until one fine day upon waking up, I realized that you have been a part of my system, a sure delight to my daily living. That morning, I recognized the same exciting feeling… I knew I’m in love again.
Monday, November 5, 2007
Not so techy
I compelled myself to stay awake the whole night Sunday to accomplish two things: first, to prepare myself as I will go the night shift schedule on Monday (November 05) and second, to finish printing our Christmas Party invites which are set to be distributed soon so our target guests would be able to block their schedules. It’s somehow unpopular as our Christmas Party this year will be held on a Sunday, and that is December 09. As to why we chose a Sunday, please do not blame me or any of my team members. Due to my lackadaisical attitude (I started scouting for venues only mid-August), our dream venues like One Esplanade and Le Pavilion were all booked since June for all Saturdays of December. Tsk tsk! It slipped my mind and didn’t realize that December’s really a peak season for Christmas Parties and weddings. So when I was already half-hearted to make a reservation with a bar somewhere in the Fort Bonifacio area, my team member Gerry chanced upon this elegant venue in the web. And so we did an ocular inspection and alas, right there and then made a deal! We will have our 2007 Christmas Party in the The Blue Leaf Events Pavilion! (http://www.theblueleaf.com.ph)
Next thing to scout… the caterer! Blue Leaf has its accredited caterers and so we’re obliged to get one from this list. I first met with two reps from a well-known catering company to government offices and was almost final with our deal. But somewhere along the negotiation, we were not able to agree on the price (and since my friend Ryan Salamat) told me the caterer’s isn’t really good, I chose the other famous (and yes, better!) caterer. Thanks to the good feedback I heard from Tintin Bersola (nah, we’re not that close!), to the good selling spiels of their Marketing Person Rod Ocampo and to the mouth-watering food they served us during the food tasting, we finally chose Josiah’s Catering. And yes, I highly recommend them! Check their website (http://josiahcatering.com/new/modules/content/index.php?id=1) for further info.
Almost done… and now some dirty jobs. I immediately met my Great Place to Work Council members to inform them about the details of the party (the date, the venue and the caterer) and of course to get their thoughts as to what gimmickry we will stage on this exciting event. My proposal of a Chorale Singing Contest was unanimously accepted. Thanks to Queenie and Pong for backing me up! I made up committees and assigned its members and told everybody that once and for all, I wanna experience the party and really enjoy. (Nothing in the past three Christmas Parties I had with Project Black Pearl I enjoyed fully as I am always part of the Organizing Committee, if you can call our former People Matters Trio a committee at all!). They all agreed and so I was relieved. Abby and Ever will order the Christmas GCs; Migs, Pong and Mar to host the event; Gerry to coordinate with Blue Leaf and Josiah for final details; Queenie, Wang, Francesca and Marky to handle the program; Iche to draft the teaser and the invites; and the rest of the GP2WC members to man the registration table and be the ushers and usherettes. Hmmm, I can smell a relaxing evening for me!
And so all things are plan and settled and we’re now just waiting for the night! And since my printer isn’t done yet printing the 350 pieces of invites, I decided to tick the keyboards once more to write something. But actually, I didn’t have a good start; I forgot how to replace the ink cartridge… hmp! Blame it to my ignorance to technical stuffs… and my impatience to read manuals… But I finally learned it through making “kalikot”. Gosh!!! During these times, I wish have my techy friend with me. He who knows everything about computers. He who knows how to troubleshoot almost everything. And he knows how to bear with my ignorance on these technical things. I really hate it… and I can almost hear my friend laughing on me!!! Keber ko, mas matalino naman ako sa iyo wahaha!!!
Next thing to scout… the caterer! Blue Leaf has its accredited caterers and so we’re obliged to get one from this list. I first met with two reps from a well-known catering company to government offices and was almost final with our deal. But somewhere along the negotiation, we were not able to agree on the price (and since my friend Ryan Salamat) told me the caterer’s isn’t really good, I chose the other famous (and yes, better!) caterer. Thanks to the good feedback I heard from Tintin Bersola (nah, we’re not that close!), to the good selling spiels of their Marketing Person Rod Ocampo and to the mouth-watering food they served us during the food tasting, we finally chose Josiah’s Catering. And yes, I highly recommend them! Check their website (http://josiahcatering.com/new/modules/content/index.php?id=1) for further info.
Almost done… and now some dirty jobs. I immediately met my Great Place to Work Council members to inform them about the details of the party (the date, the venue and the caterer) and of course to get their thoughts as to what gimmickry we will stage on this exciting event. My proposal of a Chorale Singing Contest was unanimously accepted. Thanks to Queenie and Pong for backing me up! I made up committees and assigned its members and told everybody that once and for all, I wanna experience the party and really enjoy. (Nothing in the past three Christmas Parties I had with Project Black Pearl I enjoyed fully as I am always part of the Organizing Committee, if you can call our former People Matters Trio a committee at all!). They all agreed and so I was relieved. Abby and Ever will order the Christmas GCs; Migs, Pong and Mar to host the event; Gerry to coordinate with Blue Leaf and Josiah for final details; Queenie, Wang, Francesca and Marky to handle the program; Iche to draft the teaser and the invites; and the rest of the GP2WC members to man the registration table and be the ushers and usherettes. Hmmm, I can smell a relaxing evening for me!
And so all things are plan and settled and we’re now just waiting for the night! And since my printer isn’t done yet printing the 350 pieces of invites, I decided to tick the keyboards once more to write something. But actually, I didn’t have a good start; I forgot how to replace the ink cartridge… hmp! Blame it to my ignorance to technical stuffs… and my impatience to read manuals… But I finally learned it through making “kalikot”. Gosh!!! During these times, I wish have my techy friend with me. He who knows everything about computers. He who knows how to troubleshoot almost everything. And he knows how to bear with my ignorance on these technical things. I really hate it… and I can almost hear my friend laughing on me!!! Keber ko, mas matalino naman ako sa iyo wahaha!!!
Friday, November 2, 2007
Family Matters
I am always proud of my kinfolk, at least on the first degree level; we may not be as powerful and wealthy as other families would be but one thing certain, we know how to define the word family in its most complex meaning. I am always delighted to see how my Mom and her siblings were brought up by a sugar plantation employee and a plain housewife. They were a big family but the love for each other comes along with the size. Of course, there had been misunderstandings and fights, petty and significant; but at the end of the day, they could easily manifest the famous aphorism, “Blood is thicker than water”.
You see, my uncle ran for the Chairmanship on the recently concluded Barangay elections. Unfortunately, he lost for reasons my uncles and aunts know clearly. But despite the loss, they were again able to instill in our minds (their children) the value of joining hands altogether to achieve a certain goal. They were able to teach us the greatest lesson of being a family – that even if there are differences and clashes – a family is always a family. And humbly speaking, we were one as a family in this failure.
We wouldn’t be hypocrites, we were saddened by the election’s turnout; but we were more than joyful to know as to who among our neighbors and relatives are clearly in support of us - politically, socially and personally. I hate to say this, there were second degree cousins and relatives who betrayed us; what’s worst, these are the guys my grandparents especially my Grandma have treated well and their own. But then again, we can’t simply please everybody. And I am shameful of them; their own self and what they have done – they whose principles can be bought by a thousand peso, a jar of cheap alcohol or simply by a bet to illegal gambling games (a real bullshit to the game of politics!) – they who can sacrifice the good relationships they were able to foster with my uncles, aunts and grandparents for many generations – they who simply have sold the ties that bonded us – our own blood and flesh. Again, shame on them!
We may have our grudges, but sooner or later, these will all pass. I know my uncle have realized where he should better position himself. I just hope that those who have beaten us as a clan would have the asses to face us all when time of vengeance comes. I know I’m not aware of the whole story for I live not on the same barrio, but I don’t need to know all the details for me to understand the whole picture. All I know and understand now is that this most recent election has proven us as a family that we have given a good fight – a very fair fight – not on our opponents but most specially, to the blood that has been the source of my inspiration and pride. And with this I declare, I will always be proud of being a member of the VILLANUEVA CLAN.
Peace be to all!!!
You see, my uncle ran for the Chairmanship on the recently concluded Barangay elections. Unfortunately, he lost for reasons my uncles and aunts know clearly. But despite the loss, they were again able to instill in our minds (their children) the value of joining hands altogether to achieve a certain goal. They were able to teach us the greatest lesson of being a family – that even if there are differences and clashes – a family is always a family. And humbly speaking, we were one as a family in this failure.
We wouldn’t be hypocrites, we were saddened by the election’s turnout; but we were more than joyful to know as to who among our neighbors and relatives are clearly in support of us - politically, socially and personally. I hate to say this, there were second degree cousins and relatives who betrayed us; what’s worst, these are the guys my grandparents especially my Grandma have treated well and their own. But then again, we can’t simply please everybody. And I am shameful of them; their own self and what they have done – they whose principles can be bought by a thousand peso, a jar of cheap alcohol or simply by a bet to illegal gambling games (a real bullshit to the game of politics!) – they who can sacrifice the good relationships they were able to foster with my uncles, aunts and grandparents for many generations – they who simply have sold the ties that bonded us – our own blood and flesh. Again, shame on them!
We may have our grudges, but sooner or later, these will all pass. I know my uncle have realized where he should better position himself. I just hope that those who have beaten us as a clan would have the asses to face us all when time of vengeance comes. I know I’m not aware of the whole story for I live not on the same barrio, but I don’t need to know all the details for me to understand the whole picture. All I know and understand now is that this most recent election has proven us as a family that we have given a good fight – a very fair fight – not on our opponents but most specially, to the blood that has been the source of my inspiration and pride. And with this I declare, I will always be proud of being a member of the VILLANUEVA CLAN.
Peace be to all!!!
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Ode to Mayeth
I may not have been constant in telling you this but since I can’t be thankful enough of your friendship all these years, I felt compelled to pronounce my gratitude and appreciation of the fact that you’re one of my treasured jewels. While people in my life have come and go, I value the fact that you’ve served as the shadow in my bright side and the flaming torch when darkness invaded my sight. You have been a good reason why amidst all the lunacies and insecurities I have been to the past fourteen years of our acquaintanceship, I held on to my remaining senses; for I know for a fact that with your companion I can be contented on being a simple man with simplest dreams and wants, with your mere presence I can be peaceful and serene. Above all, with your friendship, I am still the Ady nobody else knows of.
We’ve grown to be different individuals and it’s something we don’t deny. While I’m the strong-willed, you’re the composed one. While I dreamt of reaching the farthest star, you have been contented on wishing me well on the journey. Yet, when I fail (which I always do, in the first place) I hear no blames; I just feel the most silent presence of a very understanding sister. You rejoiced with my successes, you wept with my defeats. As what you’ve told me, our friendship will never be tarnished by things I chose not to tell you; and with that I am really thankful, for I know you value my individuality and my unique way of thinking. My only wish is that, you won’t get tired of me and my shortcomings.
I am writing this not to promise I am to give you the same love and care you’re giving me. My reason of writing this is simply for the world to know that I have in my life the friend they could wish for – may not be the best but definitely, sharing my whole life with. I love you Yeth! And I’ll always do…
We’ve grown to be different individuals and it’s something we don’t deny. While I’m the strong-willed, you’re the composed one. While I dreamt of reaching the farthest star, you have been contented on wishing me well on the journey. Yet, when I fail (which I always do, in the first place) I hear no blames; I just feel the most silent presence of a very understanding sister. You rejoiced with my successes, you wept with my defeats. As what you’ve told me, our friendship will never be tarnished by things I chose not to tell you; and with that I am really thankful, for I know you value my individuality and my unique way of thinking. My only wish is that, you won’t get tired of me and my shortcomings.
I am writing this not to promise I am to give you the same love and care you’re giving me. My reason of writing this is simply for the world to know that I have in my life the friend they could wish for – may not be the best but definitely, sharing my whole life with. I love you Yeth! And I’ll always do…
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Flouted Whimpers...
The tears won’t stop flowing and the agony still lingers in my bare soul. This has been going on for quite some time now. While I pose a grin, I know inside me I am howling. The routine has been more than boring, and I can’t seem to find the end-button, even if I am already resigning. What’s worst, I am again alone on this battle, with no one to hold on to… no one to ease the pain… no one to complete the emptiness within.
I know I’ve been healed and ready to face a new horizon. Like what a friend told me, the first key is to be indifferent. And yes, I was successful in doing so. Another friend mentioned I need to do compartmentalizing - put the person off into a corner of my heart. Again, I was triumphant in doing such. But when I’m back on the loneliness of my own room and hear the silence of the night, I feel the longing and the pain again… and the cycle will be back…daunting me… haunting me…
I am pissed. While I am trying to realize the importance of my existence to the people that matters around me, there’s still one person who can break me out of my normal state. And that’s you. While I continue to ignore your existence, you continuously play your scheme – being my wicked ghost. I don’t like this feeling anymore. I hate to see myself weeping again. Enough!!! Leave me alone!!!
Friends, don’t worry… I am fine and doing well… and surely, I’ll be able to get through… like what I previously did...
I know I’ve been healed and ready to face a new horizon. Like what a friend told me, the first key is to be indifferent. And yes, I was successful in doing so. Another friend mentioned I need to do compartmentalizing - put the person off into a corner of my heart. Again, I was triumphant in doing such. But when I’m back on the loneliness of my own room and hear the silence of the night, I feel the longing and the pain again… and the cycle will be back…daunting me… haunting me…
I am pissed. While I am trying to realize the importance of my existence to the people that matters around me, there’s still one person who can break me out of my normal state. And that’s you. While I continue to ignore your existence, you continuously play your scheme – being my wicked ghost. I don’t like this feeling anymore. I hate to see myself weeping again. Enough!!! Leave me alone!!!
Friends, don’t worry… I am fine and doing well… and surely, I’ll be able to get through… like what I previously did...
Thursday, October 25, 2007
He Brought Me to You
One of my favorite songs...
CHRISTIAN:
In search of my life and my one true love
I prayed to almighty God above
And His masterful voice directed me to
The many things i was destined to do
So I sailed across the mighty sea
Pursued knowledge of the highest degree
Took to learning new skills
Experience new thrills
Felt my life was completely fulfilled
At the end of my amazing quest
After proving myself by achieving success
I hope to find a prize so rare
A priceless treasure beyond compare
For God promised he would bring me love
A love without measure
Trusting and true
And behold my dear sapphire
He brought me to you
He brought me to you
SAPPHIRE:
In search of my life and my one true love
I prayed to almighty God above
His compassionate voice directed me to
The many things i was destined to do
And in my private reverieI read of lands across the sea
I imagined enchanting hollow and hill
Worlds beyond my window sill
And through all of these my fancied quest
I cherish a secret, held close to my breast
I hoped to find a prize so rare
A priceless treasure beyond compare
For God promised he would bring me love
A love without measure
Precious and true
SAPPHIRE: And behold my dear Christian
CHRISTIAN: And behold my dear Sapphire
CHRISTIAN and SAPPHIRE:
He brought me to you
He brought me to you
CHRISTIAN and SAPPHIRE:
My heart knew this without a doubt
That's what destiny's all about
CHRISTIAN:God promised he would bring me love
SAPPHIRE: A love strong and true
CHRISTIAN: A promise he fulfilled above
SAPPHIRE: He brought me you
CHRISTIAN: He bought me to you
SAPPHIRE: He brought me youC
CHRISTIAN: He bought me to you
CHRISTIAN:
In search of my life and my one true love
I pray to almighty God above
And His masterful voice directed me to
The many things I was destined to do
So I sailed across the mighty sea
Pursued knowledge of the highest degree
Took to learning new skills
Experience new thrills
Felt my life was completely fulfilled
At the end of my amazing quest
After proving myself by achieving success
I hope to find a prize so rare
A priceless treasure beyond compare
For God promised he would give me love
A love without measure
Trusting and true
And behold my sweet Jewel
He brought me to you
He brouight me to you
JEWEL:
What is this I feel
Is this for real
The longing inside that I just cannot hide
In search of this feeling they all call love
How could i've known someone up above
I find this rare and priceless treasure waiting
This isn't a story but fantasy
It's as real as his love for me
The feeling is true
What i feel for you
And I promiseI will come to you
CHRISTIAN:
In search of my life and my one true love
I prayed to almighty God above
And His masterful voice directed me to
The many things i was destined to do
So I sailed across the mighty sea
Pursued knowledge of the highest degree
Took to learning new skills
Experience new thrills
Felt my life was completely fulfilled
At the end of my amazing quest
After proving myself by achieving success
I hope to find a prize so rare
A priceless treasure beyond compare
For God promised he would bring me love
A love without measure
Trusting and true
And behold my dear sapphire
He brought me to you
He brought me to you
SAPPHIRE:
In search of my life and my one true love
I prayed to almighty God above
His compassionate voice directed me to
The many things i was destined to do
And in my private reverieI read of lands across the sea
I imagined enchanting hollow and hill
Worlds beyond my window sill
And through all of these my fancied quest
I cherish a secret, held close to my breast
I hoped to find a prize so rare
A priceless treasure beyond compare
For God promised he would bring me love
A love without measure
Precious and true
SAPPHIRE: And behold my dear Christian
CHRISTIAN: And behold my dear Sapphire
CHRISTIAN and SAPPHIRE:
He brought me to you
He brought me to you
CHRISTIAN and SAPPHIRE:
My heart knew this without a doubt
That's what destiny's all about
CHRISTIAN:God promised he would bring me love
SAPPHIRE: A love strong and true
CHRISTIAN: A promise he fulfilled above
SAPPHIRE: He brought me you
CHRISTIAN: He bought me to you
SAPPHIRE: He brought me youC
CHRISTIAN: He bought me to you
CHRISTIAN:
In search of my life and my one true love
I pray to almighty God above
And His masterful voice directed me to
The many things I was destined to do
So I sailed across the mighty sea
Pursued knowledge of the highest degree
Took to learning new skills
Experience new thrills
Felt my life was completely fulfilled
At the end of my amazing quest
After proving myself by achieving success
I hope to find a prize so rare
A priceless treasure beyond compare
For God promised he would give me love
A love without measure
Trusting and true
And behold my sweet Jewel
He brought me to you
He brouight me to you
JEWEL:
What is this I feel
Is this for real
The longing inside that I just cannot hide
In search of this feeling they all call love
How could i've known someone up above
I find this rare and priceless treasure waiting
This isn't a story but fantasy
It's as real as his love for me
The feeling is true
What i feel for you
And I promiseI will come to you
New Bloopers...
E-mail sent to my team member:
Acknowledge you're faxed. (Hmmm, na-fax ang team member ko!)
DVD Party Conversation:
"Panoorin na lang natin ang RESIDENTIAL EVIL"
Posting sa pantry area:
Menu for the Week:
Tues - Ginataang Yellowpin (hmmm, di ba dapat yellow fin?)
Thurs - Chicken Carry (oy, i-carry ang chicken!)
Friday = Mongoe (Marilyn Mongoe, hmp!)
Lalang... just want to make you laugh...
At eto the best...
A JTL called and I answered... without me realizing na ang earpiece is nasa mouth ko at ang mouthpiece nasa tenga ko!!! Oh ayan, may bloopers na din ako... partida na!!!
Acknowledge you're faxed. (Hmmm, na-fax ang team member ko!)
DVD Party Conversation:
"Panoorin na lang natin ang RESIDENTIAL EVIL"
Posting sa pantry area:
Menu for the Week:
Tues - Ginataang Yellowpin (hmmm, di ba dapat yellow fin?)
Thurs - Chicken Carry (oy, i-carry ang chicken!)
Friday = Mongoe (Marilyn Mongoe, hmp!)
Lalang... just want to make you laugh...
At eto the best...
A JTL called and I answered... without me realizing na ang earpiece is nasa mouth ko at ang mouthpiece nasa tenga ko!!! Oh ayan, may bloopers na din ako... partida na!!!
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
I stayed…
It’s almost a year now when I had an offer to join an IT company as a Recruiter. The offer was really good and the promises were really tempting. Yet after weighing all the factors, I decided to stay with Accenture.
Admittedly, it was not an easy choice at all. I even remember I told Miss Amie Buizon I’m really to accept the offer of the said company. My Team Lead friends were also saddened, my teammate felt abandoned and I had this guilty feeling that I am to leave a company which has molded me into the young professional that I am right now. And yes, the guilt was heightened by the fact that I am to leave my Black Pearl babies (since I recruited their majority). It needed two Managers (who ironically, are dear friends) to convince and to put it more bluntly, bully me to stay. I remember how tiring the session was with Glenn David and Jenie Mercado; for I know it’s also hard for them to do such. I remember the e-mails and the online chats I had with Mitch Gross, some were ill-toned but majority was a friend-to-friend chat. I will always remember his line, “I wouldn't be fighting so hard here to keep you”. And that turned the table around…
Now, as I look at the year that was, I felt that indeed it was one of the wisest decision I’ve ever made, personally and professionally. I have met more and better people, seen good initiatives for the company, been part of the major changes and plans of the organization and have maximized and realized my potentials as one of the company’s leaders. Realizing all the benefits, I didn’t have any regrets. I take pride of being a part of a very dynamic and successful company, and will always be proud of its name, its reputation and its core values. I may or may have stayed, but I know Accenture has and will always give me home, kilometers away from my real abode. I know that indeed with Accenture, I truly belong…
I am not writing this to convince Accenture employees to stay with the company, to reduce the high attrition rate that we are experiencing now (all industries anyway are on this dilemma actually). I know I’m not the best person to deliver this kind of message, and I know I wouldn’t be convincing enough. But we all know there’s no such thing as a perfect organization. Outside we would always see greener pastures, outside there will always be better offers but definitely, outside’s still a world of uncertainty. To the present times when there’s high unemployment rate and/or there are many companies who are “fly by night”, we would definitely agree that it’s not worth risking for. You may feel dissatisfied one time (who wouldn’t anyway), but one thing we all know and probably would like with Accenture is the fact that there will always be ways to hone your skills and there’ll always be windows of opportunities where you can test your feet into… as long as you have the passion and the commitment to excel. I have had those the past year and I know, there are more things to come my way. Let me just clarify, I am not a “blessed son” of Accenture, I simply just know how to love the company I am serving for… And with that, I know blessings are and will be innumerable.
Here’s to more years of being proud to say, I am an Accenture employee!!!
Update:
Glorietta bombing has 11 casualties already. And to this day, the cause of the blast is still subject for investigation.
Admittedly, it was not an easy choice at all. I even remember I told Miss Amie Buizon I’m really to accept the offer of the said company. My Team Lead friends were also saddened, my teammate felt abandoned and I had this guilty feeling that I am to leave a company which has molded me into the young professional that I am right now. And yes, the guilt was heightened by the fact that I am to leave my Black Pearl babies (since I recruited their majority). It needed two Managers (who ironically, are dear friends) to convince and to put it more bluntly, bully me to stay. I remember how tiring the session was with Glenn David and Jenie Mercado; for I know it’s also hard for them to do such. I remember the e-mails and the online chats I had with Mitch Gross, some were ill-toned but majority was a friend-to-friend chat. I will always remember his line, “I wouldn't be fighting so hard here to keep you”. And that turned the table around…
Now, as I look at the year that was, I felt that indeed it was one of the wisest decision I’ve ever made, personally and professionally. I have met more and better people, seen good initiatives for the company, been part of the major changes and plans of the organization and have maximized and realized my potentials as one of the company’s leaders. Realizing all the benefits, I didn’t have any regrets. I take pride of being a part of a very dynamic and successful company, and will always be proud of its name, its reputation and its core values. I may or may have stayed, but I know Accenture has and will always give me home, kilometers away from my real abode. I know that indeed with Accenture, I truly belong…
I am not writing this to convince Accenture employees to stay with the company, to reduce the high attrition rate that we are experiencing now (all industries anyway are on this dilemma actually). I know I’m not the best person to deliver this kind of message, and I know I wouldn’t be convincing enough. But we all know there’s no such thing as a perfect organization. Outside we would always see greener pastures, outside there will always be better offers but definitely, outside’s still a world of uncertainty. To the present times when there’s high unemployment rate and/or there are many companies who are “fly by night”, we would definitely agree that it’s not worth risking for. You may feel dissatisfied one time (who wouldn’t anyway), but one thing we all know and probably would like with Accenture is the fact that there will always be ways to hone your skills and there’ll always be windows of opportunities where you can test your feet into… as long as you have the passion and the commitment to excel. I have had those the past year and I know, there are more things to come my way. Let me just clarify, I am not a “blessed son” of Accenture, I simply just know how to love the company I am serving for… And with that, I know blessings are and will be innumerable.
Here’s to more years of being proud to say, I am an Accenture employee!!!
Update:
Glorietta bombing has 11 casualties already. And to this day, the cause of the blast is still subject for investigation.
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Of Life and its appreciation...
Just when we thought everything’s stable as peso’s now getting stronger and the stock market’s on a good game, here come perils to the Philippines which again will test its strength as a nation - the alleged Php 500,000.00 bribe to the local government officials by an unidentified Malacañan personnel and a bomb explosion (still to be confirmed, but the LPG tank angle was already trashed out) in Glorietta which killed 8 people and left 119 wounded. I was not able to watch the news in full details, just read the updates from the web and from the emails from our Senior Execs but still, I was really startled. I may sound unbelievable, but I was really saddened by the fact that eight innocent lives has been wasted when all they wanted to do was to enjoy a day’s sale in one of the country’s premier shopping centers.
To the lost lives, I offer a prayer…
Truth is, a team in the office is supposed to have a group dinner in Glorietta yesterday by 6:00 PM, and I was invited by their Team Lead to join. The bomb exploded in the restaurant which is exactly on the other street where the dinner’s venue is located. Imagine if the explosion happened five hours later. Indeed, we will be ones of those who experienced the trauma… even if the dinner’s venue is many establishments away.
To our safety, I offer a prayer…
I may not sound like this on my usual self, but realizing the fact that life’s too short, I came to appreciate the certainty that nobody knows what’s gonna happen next. Right now, we’re breathing… right now, we’re enjoying our moneys… right now, we have our jobs… right now, I’m in front of this computer monitor writing my thoughts out.... but after a few more minutes, all these may vanish… we and I will be back to where we came from… dust.
To the wonders of life, I offer a prayer…
I thank those who checked on me yesterday if I was safe. Avegail, who truth is, I didn’t expect to check on me. Mom and Dad, who were both worried (though it was Dad who told Mom of the incident as he’s at work while Mom’s probably taking her afternoon nap then). Jean, who was initially doubtful of my news hehehe. Yeth, who made sure I was able to come home comfortably by checking on my whereabouts.
To my love ones, I offer a prayer…
Life is indeed precious, and to the God above, thanks to giving me a wonderful one.
To the lost lives, I offer a prayer…
Truth is, a team in the office is supposed to have a group dinner in Glorietta yesterday by 6:00 PM, and I was invited by their Team Lead to join. The bomb exploded in the restaurant which is exactly on the other street where the dinner’s venue is located. Imagine if the explosion happened five hours later. Indeed, we will be ones of those who experienced the trauma… even if the dinner’s venue is many establishments away.
To our safety, I offer a prayer…
I may not sound like this on my usual self, but realizing the fact that life’s too short, I came to appreciate the certainty that nobody knows what’s gonna happen next. Right now, we’re breathing… right now, we’re enjoying our moneys… right now, we have our jobs… right now, I’m in front of this computer monitor writing my thoughts out.... but after a few more minutes, all these may vanish… we and I will be back to where we came from… dust.
To the wonders of life, I offer a prayer…
I thank those who checked on me yesterday if I was safe. Avegail, who truth is, I didn’t expect to check on me. Mom and Dad, who were both worried (though it was Dad who told Mom of the incident as he’s at work while Mom’s probably taking her afternoon nap then). Jean, who was initially doubtful of my news hehehe. Yeth, who made sure I was able to come home comfortably by checking on my whereabouts.
To my love ones, I offer a prayer…
Life is indeed precious, and to the God above, thanks to giving me a wonderful one.
Friday, October 19, 2007
I don’t want… I’m gonna die…
These two lines is now becoming the office’s quotes for the day, and probably would be for a week. As to who said these lines perhaps you know already, that is, if you’re a PBB fan!
I should say, I’m more interested with this batch of PBB Celebrity Housemates than the first one… maybe because I was irritated then of Roxanne Barcelo’s nonsense whining… and maybe because, I can’t wait to see what “pasaway” acts Ethel Booba would do now that she’s finally IN… and yes, Mariel Rodriguez is a sure delight with her “I don’t want… I’m gonna die”… shticks… and for sure, they will again have me glued late every night on my room’s television set.
I don’t know all the housemates except for their names, but I think that’s explicable. Admittedly, I’m a Kapuso by heart… it’s just that there are some interesting shows in Channel 2 that I can’t forego watching. Going back to the housemates, I personally like Ethel Booba and yes, right now, she earns my votes. Dunno why but I’m really fond of this girl’s jokes, acts, looks and “katangahan”… Ever since Extra Challenge Days, I’m hooked with her and would really laugh on her English grammar but admire at the same time her bravery to try all the challenges in the show. Never mind her controversies... she wouln't be Ethel Booba if not for all those, anyway...
I also like Mariel Rodriguez’s addition simply because she was really entertaining; her coño bitchy acts (as Yeth puts it) are really amusing. Usually, I’m easily pissed-off of her noisy hosting in Wowowee (Truth is, I’m not fond of this show; it’s just that it’s the widely-watched show every lunch break in our pantry area), but seeing her last night in PBB house saying “kwela” lines are making me like her. At least, for now… “I don’t want… I’m gonna die”… hehehe
Well, it’s still a long game… I know there are more highlights to happen inside the PBB house and I hope to catch all those even if I transfer to the night shift next month. I hope to still catch the daily late primetime updates hosted by Toni Gonzaga… even if that would mean delaying my work for half-an-hour. I think that wouldn’t be a mortal sin. After all, I can adjust my work schedules accordingly.
For the meantime, let’s all enjoy the show…and the “I don’t want… I’m gonna die” of Mariel…
On Your Comments
I’m now getting enormous reactions and comments on the blogs I posted here… and modesty aside, these are all positive. And yes, some of you are now intrigued. I know Yeth and Jean have questions in their minds that they decided not to ask anymore. Broken-hearted colleagues can easily relate to the “It all started here…” entry and wonder now if they are the personas I talked about on the “Bloopers” entry. Nonetheless, my purpose is now attained. Thanks much for appreciating the writer in me…
Probably, the friend I talked about on the “Are you Proud of Having Me as a Friend” have read the blog and he has somewhat reacted. I don’t care anymore if he’s affected – whether he’s mad or moved – my thinking now is that, I was able to convince myself that I am still the friendliest and most likeable person around, despite the bitchyness that’s innate in me.
And lastly, I’d like all of you to continue checking my blog site regularly. I just realized it’s no longer my own, but yours too!!! I’m just the essayist, the stories behind my blog are basically, YOU!
Thanks again!!!
I should say, I’m more interested with this batch of PBB Celebrity Housemates than the first one… maybe because I was irritated then of Roxanne Barcelo’s nonsense whining… and maybe because, I can’t wait to see what “pasaway” acts Ethel Booba would do now that she’s finally IN… and yes, Mariel Rodriguez is a sure delight with her “I don’t want… I’m gonna die”… shticks… and for sure, they will again have me glued late every night on my room’s television set.
I don’t know all the housemates except for their names, but I think that’s explicable. Admittedly, I’m a Kapuso by heart… it’s just that there are some interesting shows in Channel 2 that I can’t forego watching. Going back to the housemates, I personally like Ethel Booba and yes, right now, she earns my votes. Dunno why but I’m really fond of this girl’s jokes, acts, looks and “katangahan”… Ever since Extra Challenge Days, I’m hooked with her and would really laugh on her English grammar but admire at the same time her bravery to try all the challenges in the show. Never mind her controversies... she wouln't be Ethel Booba if not for all those, anyway...
I also like Mariel Rodriguez’s addition simply because she was really entertaining; her coño bitchy acts (as Yeth puts it) are really amusing. Usually, I’m easily pissed-off of her noisy hosting in Wowowee (Truth is, I’m not fond of this show; it’s just that it’s the widely-watched show every lunch break in our pantry area), but seeing her last night in PBB house saying “kwela” lines are making me like her. At least, for now… “I don’t want… I’m gonna die”… hehehe
Well, it’s still a long game… I know there are more highlights to happen inside the PBB house and I hope to catch all those even if I transfer to the night shift next month. I hope to still catch the daily late primetime updates hosted by Toni Gonzaga… even if that would mean delaying my work for half-an-hour. I think that wouldn’t be a mortal sin. After all, I can adjust my work schedules accordingly.
For the meantime, let’s all enjoy the show…and the “I don’t want… I’m gonna die” of Mariel…
On Your Comments
I’m now getting enormous reactions and comments on the blogs I posted here… and modesty aside, these are all positive. And yes, some of you are now intrigued. I know Yeth and Jean have questions in their minds that they decided not to ask anymore. Broken-hearted colleagues can easily relate to the “It all started here…” entry and wonder now if they are the personas I talked about on the “Bloopers” entry. Nonetheless, my purpose is now attained. Thanks much for appreciating the writer in me…
Probably, the friend I talked about on the “Are you Proud of Having Me as a Friend” have read the blog and he has somewhat reacted. I don’t care anymore if he’s affected – whether he’s mad or moved – my thinking now is that, I was able to convince myself that I am still the friendliest and most likeable person around, despite the bitchyness that’s innate in me.
And lastly, I’d like all of you to continue checking my blog site regularly. I just realized it’s no longer my own, but yours too!!! I’m just the essayist, the stories behind my blog are basically, YOU!
Thanks again!!!
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Can't think...
Yes, after series of weighing the saliencies, my bro and I decided to install SMARTBRO internet in our home PC. But let me say this, my PC at home is not bought, built and connected to the web because I will now bring works at home. That’s a big NO!!! I am still an advocate of work-life balance. Let’s just say that I will be online for work once in a while when homed, but that would be for urgent and important matters only. After all, when I face this monitor and strum these keys, that would mean I have spent long hours already of being an employee… by this time, I’m off to a new dimension, a place where my resting psyche listens to the ferocious lullabies of the tactless mom in the neighborhood... irritating yet homey… my sanctuary…
Well, what’s new with me? Well, I seem to have adjusted on my upper and lower braces, having eaten the same amount of food that I usually take… but still, no hard bites yet.
Another thing, I’m comfy now with my trainer for braces apparatus… wearing it an hour during daytime and overnight seems to be a piece of cake already… I feel no more stinging sensations.
Lastly, I’m running out of ideas. Damn! This has become boring!
Hmm… prior to doing this entry, I watched Pangarap na Bituin TV series… okay, okay… I am a fan and so what’s bad about it? I simply like the plot… simple and catchy. Was able to hear Sarah Geronimo’s version of the song, “Pangarap Ko ang Ibigin Ka” and yes, I liked her pop rendition of an original Regine Velasquez’s “birit” piece. I should say Sarah is now a big star… she can sing, she can dance and indeed, she can act!!! I don’t care if the rival show’s topping the ratings’ game… Dios Mio!!! I still despise copycats!
Oops, have to park this pen now… I’m to watch PBB… the greatest pasaway’s gonna be IN… will be a riot indeed. Just don’t know if it would be Ethel Booba or Melanie Marquez. But whoever it is, I look forward to the fun this new entrant would add in Kuya’s house.
When’s the PBB Season 3? Who knows, I might be interested to join… Paging ABS-CBN hehehe…
Good night for now!!!
Well, what’s new with me? Well, I seem to have adjusted on my upper and lower braces, having eaten the same amount of food that I usually take… but still, no hard bites yet.
Another thing, I’m comfy now with my trainer for braces apparatus… wearing it an hour during daytime and overnight seems to be a piece of cake already… I feel no more stinging sensations.
Lastly, I’m running out of ideas. Damn! This has become boring!
Hmm… prior to doing this entry, I watched Pangarap na Bituin TV series… okay, okay… I am a fan and so what’s bad about it? I simply like the plot… simple and catchy. Was able to hear Sarah Geronimo’s version of the song, “Pangarap Ko ang Ibigin Ka” and yes, I liked her pop rendition of an original Regine Velasquez’s “birit” piece. I should say Sarah is now a big star… she can sing, she can dance and indeed, she can act!!! I don’t care if the rival show’s topping the ratings’ game… Dios Mio!!! I still despise copycats!
Oops, have to park this pen now… I’m to watch PBB… the greatest pasaway’s gonna be IN… will be a riot indeed. Just don’t know if it would be Ethel Booba or Melanie Marquez. But whoever it is, I look forward to the fun this new entrant would add in Kuya’s house.
When’s the PBB Season 3? Who knows, I might be interested to join… Paging ABS-CBN hehehe…
Good night for now!!!
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
New Look... on my blog site and on me...
I must say, the writer in me has fully awaken from it deepest slumber years ago. I know I have not make sagas worth a book bind yet, and humbly speaking (?), I don’t know if I’ll reach that far… All I know is that I am enjoying writing now the same way that I enjoyed it years ago… and surely, I’m giving delights to my readers (and so I thought, and so I hoped!).
I’m now getting obsessed with my own blog site. See the picture? That was taken in Boracay. Dunno but when I decided to add a picture on this site, that was the first pic I thought of. Probably because that fits my blog title… probably because that was a good picture with a bad subject… probably that was simply the pic..
For whatever it means, I am now contented… and surely, will continue pouring my heart out… with all the pieces I will write.
This is it for now… I have to hurry back home to catch my dentist’s clinic… I had to re-instate the wire on my molar’s brace. Due to “katakawan”, the wire was dislocated…
And yes, I now have full brackets… up and down…
I remain to be a self-obsessed bitch…and so who cares???
I’m now getting obsessed with my own blog site. See the picture? That was taken in Boracay. Dunno but when I decided to add a picture on this site, that was the first pic I thought of. Probably because that fits my blog title… probably because that was a good picture with a bad subject… probably that was simply the pic..
For whatever it means, I am now contented… and surely, will continue pouring my heart out… with all the pieces I will write.
This is it for now… I have to hurry back home to catch my dentist’s clinic… I had to re-instate the wire on my molar’s brace. Due to “katakawan”, the wire was dislocated…
And yes, I now have full brackets… up and down…
I remain to be a self-obsessed bitch…and so who cares???
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Ady’s Ecstatic and Erratic Weekend
It’s Saturday again and I can hear my twitchy psyche already complaining. Such a long weekend, and indeed very exhausting. The air conditioner in the office is one hell of a torture; how I wish I have my pillows and blanket with me… Today’s a humdrum day.
Let me go back… one whole week of not posting a blog… What??? Why???
Simple reason: office to-do’s. Parts of my job are meetings here and there, reports here and there, phone calls here and there and yes, addressing employee concerns here and there. But I am not complaining, I love what I’m doing. But of course, if I wouldn’t post anything, my quest to be a popular blogger will be put in question; moreover, to a catastrophe. Shit!!! Yeth’s blog is more updated than mine!!!
Okay, okay… Monday’s (October 08) something that will be stamped on my life calendar (just don’t know how long it will hang back in my long-term memory). It was the day my upper braces were installed (the lower portion will be done on Monday, October 15 as my pre-molars still has tight contacts). Yes readers, the guy’s now joining the office fad. And what a fad indeed!!! So expensive and so hurting…
It’s Monday as well when me and my bestfriend ate out, after two months of his hibernation. Bullshit!!! I didn’t enjoy my Chowking Congee meal… while he feasted on his Fish with Tausi Sauce, my siomai and his (I gave it to him after I can't finish a piece) and of course, his ever-present buchi!!! I was also envious of his Ruffles and bar of chocolate… I haven’t eaten a good meal yet since Monday. Well, at least last night I was able to eat some little portion of pork from my Mom’s nilagang baboy… But knowing me and my food intake, it’s really a big sacrifice! But thanks, I’m losing weight… and that’s the good side.
Tuesday again, as usual was the first day of work. I was tasked to deliver the Leadership Meeting’s Guiding Principle and yes, delivered a senseless speech. Blame it to the braces’ pain and to the impromptu notification… this isn’t the usual me.
Wednesday’s Ever’s Birthday celebration and I tried to eat Amber’s spaghetti. My dentist would have spanked me but it was very mouth-watering!!! Thanks Ever for the treat!
Thursday’s a test for my speech prowess (I’m now having speech defects because of the braces); I am supposed to host the Monthly Town Hall. Thanks to Ryan for supplanting me. But still, the talkative me didn’t want to be outshined. Toink! I still delivered the longest spiel.
Friday’s a meeting with my Great Place to Work Council finalizing our Christmas Party Plans. If there are many things I am looking forward come Christmas season, this one’s probably topping the list. I can’t wait to experience the elegance of the The Blue Leaf Pavilion and gobble up on Josiah’s Catering’s sumptuous dishes. By then I probably would have been more comfortable with my braces.
Well, it’s 10:03 AM and I’m done with my day’s to-do’s. Saturday’s really an insipid day… But there are also few exciting things that I’m looking forward to this weekend...
First, my date with Yeth and Jean later at Festival Mall, though I dunno know what will be the activities for this one. Second, I can again have long sleeps tonight and on Sunday night. Third, it’s Avegail’s birthday celebration tomorrow and we’ll be dining out as a family again with Tita Lydia and Lola; though this one’s gonna be an ordeal for me, envying them eating nice dishes while me eating soft ones. Not to mention the money that I would have to share to this supposed-to-be treat from the bitchy celebrant, hmp!. Fourth, my full-time membership with the Office’s Latest Fad Organization will be realized on Monday with the installation of my lower braces. And so a week again of initiation, of soups and soft diet!!!
It really pays to be gorgeous.
Let me go back… one whole week of not posting a blog… What??? Why???
Simple reason: office to-do’s. Parts of my job are meetings here and there, reports here and there, phone calls here and there and yes, addressing employee concerns here and there. But I am not complaining, I love what I’m doing. But of course, if I wouldn’t post anything, my quest to be a popular blogger will be put in question; moreover, to a catastrophe. Shit!!! Yeth’s blog is more updated than mine!!!
Okay, okay… Monday’s (October 08) something that will be stamped on my life calendar (just don’t know how long it will hang back in my long-term memory). It was the day my upper braces were installed (the lower portion will be done on Monday, October 15 as my pre-molars still has tight contacts). Yes readers, the guy’s now joining the office fad. And what a fad indeed!!! So expensive and so hurting…
It’s Monday as well when me and my bestfriend ate out, after two months of his hibernation. Bullshit!!! I didn’t enjoy my Chowking Congee meal… while he feasted on his Fish with Tausi Sauce, my siomai and his (I gave it to him after I can't finish a piece) and of course, his ever-present buchi!!! I was also envious of his Ruffles and bar of chocolate… I haven’t eaten a good meal yet since Monday. Well, at least last night I was able to eat some little portion of pork from my Mom’s nilagang baboy… But knowing me and my food intake, it’s really a big sacrifice! But thanks, I’m losing weight… and that’s the good side.
Tuesday again, as usual was the first day of work. I was tasked to deliver the Leadership Meeting’s Guiding Principle and yes, delivered a senseless speech. Blame it to the braces’ pain and to the impromptu notification… this isn’t the usual me.
Wednesday’s Ever’s Birthday celebration and I tried to eat Amber’s spaghetti. My dentist would have spanked me but it was very mouth-watering!!! Thanks Ever for the treat!
Thursday’s a test for my speech prowess (I’m now having speech defects because of the braces); I am supposed to host the Monthly Town Hall. Thanks to Ryan for supplanting me. But still, the talkative me didn’t want to be outshined. Toink! I still delivered the longest spiel.
Friday’s a meeting with my Great Place to Work Council finalizing our Christmas Party Plans. If there are many things I am looking forward come Christmas season, this one’s probably topping the list. I can’t wait to experience the elegance of the The Blue Leaf Pavilion and gobble up on Josiah’s Catering’s sumptuous dishes. By then I probably would have been more comfortable with my braces.
Well, it’s 10:03 AM and I’m done with my day’s to-do’s. Saturday’s really an insipid day… But there are also few exciting things that I’m looking forward to this weekend...
First, my date with Yeth and Jean later at Festival Mall, though I dunno know what will be the activities for this one. Second, I can again have long sleeps tonight and on Sunday night. Third, it’s Avegail’s birthday celebration tomorrow and we’ll be dining out as a family again with Tita Lydia and Lola; though this one’s gonna be an ordeal for me, envying them eating nice dishes while me eating soft ones. Not to mention the money that I would have to share to this supposed-to-be treat from the bitchy celebrant, hmp!. Fourth, my full-time membership with the Office’s Latest Fad Organization will be realized on Monday with the installation of my lower braces. And so a week again of initiation, of soups and soft diet!!!
It really pays to be gorgeous.
Friday, October 12, 2007
My Firsts...
Let me begin this one by saying I am not good in recalling my firsts. And honestly, this one’s the most thought-provoking topic so far. As a kid, I do not have vivid memories of my have-beens, and the fact that I am now an adult does not really help. But since Migs is quite dear and so I am obliged to come up with a piece. After all, I was the one who asked my colleagues to choose a topic for me to write.
In my pursuit of being an extra-popular blogger, here I am going back to the time when I was still a kid whose primary source of enjoyment was our backyard… when my and my to younger siblings’ afternoon naps are a must… and when my mom’s spanking was the simplest (?) punishment I get when I escape through our windowpane.
Drum rolls please… and so I start…
The first poem I was able to memorize was my Lolo’s composition, “Ako si Banturete”. I wouldn’t dare write the poem’s lines (just four making it a stanza), they were really obscene. I remember and was told I was reciting the poem when I was one year old, and mind you, in front of a big crowd. I was told I have a poem piece yearly, always written by my departed Lola Doneng since I’m always enjoined by my Mom, Aunts and Uncles in the programs during the Barrio Fiesta.
My first day in school was when I was a “saling ket-ket” in my Aunt’s Grade One Class. I basically was the youngest but modesty aside, I belong to the top performers. But since I was not mature and ready for schooling yet, I was not able to finish the school year. And so I was stucked reading my eldest sister’s high school Language book during the afternoons when I really hated sleeping beside my Mom, Jay-Ar and Avegail. But oh my, how I enjoyed reading the short stories intended for fifteen-year old teen-agers!
And so after a year, I went back to school as a first grader. Then, I already know how to read and write, how to differentiate shapes, and how to identify colors of the rainbow. I lead the class in reciting the afternoon poems and chants, in reading our Abakada module (can you still remember this book?) and in solving our simple Math equations of additions and subtractions. I also top the class when it comes to dictation and of course, to the ever present, writing your name back-to-back on my First Grade writing paper with blue, red, blue lines. And with my schooling, I’m no longer forced to take my afternoon nap. Thanks God!
The first time I joined a competition was when I was a Third Grader. If I can still remember it was a Slogan-Making contest and I won the First Place, besting some other Grades Four, Five and Six contenders. But Mom was so furious because I was not able to receive any prize, just the sounding claps of my classmates and the parents of the other contestants. Then, I was not really thinking it was a competition… it was merely fun and enjoyment for me… I also learned playing the lyre instrument when I was a Grade Three and yes, that’s the first and the only musical instrument I learned to play. And that early, a promising lyrist was born…
Oh ayan na… my first crush was when I was a Fifth Grader… do I need to elaborate??? I’m hearing a commotion…
It was during a district-wide activity when I met Joanne (she’s from a different school). I was actually seated beside her and I think there was some sort of an election for a district-wide organization. I was nominated Vice President and it was Joanne who gave my name to the person in-charge of the election. Unluckily, I did not win. When the time came that we are to vote for the Muse, I nominated Joanne. Luckily, she won. And that was the start of our friendship… Mind you, even up to now Joanne and I still keep in touch. She’s now happily married and has a kid.
I first delivered a speech when I graduated Salutatorian during Elementary. It was a back-to-back three yellow paper speech prepared by my Grade Six Adviser and mind you, I was able to learn the piece by heart it in a week’s time. True enough, during our Graduation Rites, I delivered the speech in a very polished manner, outshining even the speech of the Class Valedictorian… (Well, even if she or her Mom wouldn’t admit it, I am really more intelligent than her! Yabang!!! Bitter!!!) J
My first day in my High School was actually, a mixed-emotion. I was happy I’d be in a new environment since I was fed-up with the competition that I had with our Class Valedictorian but was also frustrated that she was in the same school as mine… and worst, we belonged to the same section. But that was when I was able to assert myself more… it was then that it became so obvious I’m better than her. After one year, she transferred to a different school; that was of course after she committed countless absences in all our classes.
Joanne, by the way, was also on the same school.
My first high school crush (now this isn’t Joanne anymore) was the very first person I have learned to care so much (and perhaps the only person I could give the same kind of affection). For the purpose of privacy and to preserve the anonymity, I won’t mention name on this blog.
The person is a dear friend of mine. We usually take our lunch together… we became close when we were first year high schoolers mainly because a seatmate of mine was so fond of creating a wrangle between us (there lies the irony!). We became closer each day that we’re together… we did our assignments in the school library… and we go homes together, even if we have separate ways…
But sadly, we both had to grow… we had our different peer groups… and slowly, the closeness faded away… that was when I recognized my feelings towards the person… but sadly, it was not reciprocated… Perhaps because, we became totally different individuals who have seen the other sides of adolescence outside each other’s proximities… Perhaps because we simply do not deserve each other (as a common friend always tells me)… Perhaps because what we have is pure friendship… nothing less, nothing more… I wouldn’t say that was my first heartache as up to now I know I still have a friend, but of course, like any other normal human being, I was saddened by the changes of events…
But if there’s one thing I must say to this one great love that I had, I am still here… and God knows you’re the only person I will forever hold close to my heart…
I had my competitive spirit when I entered my college years. Competition here and there… school activities here and there… my college life was basically the year when I first realized my competencies… and it was when I first built my plan of being a successful HR professional… my dream of helping Dad and Mom and our family… my dream of being the best that I could be.
My first job was with a manufacturing firm where I worked as an HR Clerk. There, I handled Benefits and Compensation and Recruitment. It was such a wearing but a learning experience, being able to put into practice what I’ve learned from my professors.
My first Makati-based work was with a recruitment firm that caters to international clients. I worked there for a year before transferring to Accenture.
What other firsts are you interested to know???
Hmmm… I am hearing chants again…
My first heartache was with the person who inspired me to write the first blog, “The Art of Letting Go”… I wouldn’t drop a name again, only a very limited two friends know the person…
My simplest reason is that the person is in my Friendster account. What we shared was really precious to me and wouldn’t want to spoil the good memories… yes, we had our good times together… but we had our bad times as well…
We cackled about everything that’s weird… we wandered around the dark streets of Filinvest Alabang after a movie’s last full show… we devoured and were always delighted with pastas and pizzas, be it in Don Henrico’s or in Pizza Hut (Calamba, Los Baños or anywhere)… we sauntered the long alleys of Megamall with me hurting my feet… we enjoyed our facial treatment together in SM Sta. Rosa… we enjoyed our coffees in Starbucks Alabang Town Center…
We found Toni Gonzaga’s and Sam Milby’s first movie so so corny but enjoying… we cried in the movie, The Pursuit of Happyness and was moved by Will Smith’s performance of a doting dad… we were both fascinated on latest gadgets and I was influenced to buy my digital camera and my N95 cellphone because of this… we both appreciate the beauty of pictures, and life in general…
We loved doing groceries together
… we became each other’s source of inspiration… we weaved dreams that are so colorful… and we treasured each other so much, accepting whole-heartedly each other’s flaws and each other’s good attitudes…
So what went wrong???
Simply put, it’s not meant to be… and yes, I wept… I was devastated… I became jaded… I lost myself…
Have I been a better person because of the experience? Definitely yes! I am now better equipped on gauging who among those around me now are real and true… and yes, I have learned to appreciate the fact that I am gullible yet smart enough to know where’s the finish line…
Have I lost hope on loving? Definitely not!!! Somehow, somewhere, a better person is coming my way… And I know that I’ll be the best companion that person would have…
These are my firsts, Migs… and to the topic that you gave, let me give my first kudos… you’re the first person who goaded my long resting mind… and you’re the first person who helped me realize that I am healed… May you be blessed!!!
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Kaluluwang Ligaw...
Bakit nga ba may mga pagkakataong malungkot ang isang tao kahit ang nasa paligid naman niya ay masaya at makulay? Dahil ba sa likod ng mga ngiting kaniyang ipinapakita ay nararamdaman niyang may kulang sa loob ng kaniyang pagkatao?
Bakit kahit maliwanag ang kaniyang nilalakara'y sa kawalan pa rin ang kaniyang tinutungo? Dahil ba sa ang ilaw na kaniyang naaaninag ay mapusyaw at walang hatid na kutitap sa kaniyang mga landas?
Bakit ang pagsikat ng araw ay itinuturing niyang isang panibagong hamon at pagsagwan sa agos ng hinagpis gayung kung iisipin, ito'y hudyat ng panibagong buhay?
Bakit ang takip-silim ay nagsisilbing huling hibla ng hiningang kaniyang hinahabol sa paghimlay ng kaniyang pagal na kaluluwa?
Bakit ang mundo ay patuloy na umiikot gayung sa lahat ng sulok nito'y may dahas at may mga nilalang na mas nanaisin pang makitil ang kanilang hininga?
Bakit ang isang batang musmos na puno ng ligaya'y kailangan pang lumaki at magbata ng hirap at dusa?
Bakit ang bulaklak ay bumubukadkad gayong sa huli, ito rin nama'y malalanta, malalagas at mawawalan ng halimuyak?
Bakit ang mata'y lumuluha gayong kailangan pa rin namang pahirin ang tubig na sa kaniya'y dumaloy?
Bakit ang puso na pinagmumulan ng sanlaksang kaligayahan ay kailangan pang masaktan at mabigo?
At muli, bakit ang puso ay kailangan pang tumibok gayong sa huli siya rin naman ang huling mawawala sa isang nilalang sa kaniyang kamatayan?
Maraming tanong ang mahirap hanapan ng kasagutan... ngunit marami ring sagot ang walang katanungan.
Ikaw, nagtanong ka na ba kung bakit? Ako'y katatapos lamang... At sa kasawiang-palad, ako'y hindi nakanap ni isang tugon...
At ang araw ay sumikat... lumubog...
Ako'y hinamon ng buhay at pinanday ng pagkakataon... ngunit sa huli, ako pa din ay isang kaluluwang ligaw...
Handang magliwaliw sa dilim ng kawalan...
Bakit kahit maliwanag ang kaniyang nilalakara'y sa kawalan pa rin ang kaniyang tinutungo? Dahil ba sa ang ilaw na kaniyang naaaninag ay mapusyaw at walang hatid na kutitap sa kaniyang mga landas?
Bakit ang pagsikat ng araw ay itinuturing niyang isang panibagong hamon at pagsagwan sa agos ng hinagpis gayung kung iisipin, ito'y hudyat ng panibagong buhay?
Bakit ang takip-silim ay nagsisilbing huling hibla ng hiningang kaniyang hinahabol sa paghimlay ng kaniyang pagal na kaluluwa?
Bakit ang mundo ay patuloy na umiikot gayung sa lahat ng sulok nito'y may dahas at may mga nilalang na mas nanaisin pang makitil ang kanilang hininga?
Bakit ang isang batang musmos na puno ng ligaya'y kailangan pang lumaki at magbata ng hirap at dusa?
Bakit ang bulaklak ay bumubukadkad gayong sa huli, ito rin nama'y malalanta, malalagas at mawawalan ng halimuyak?
Bakit ang mata'y lumuluha gayong kailangan pa rin namang pahirin ang tubig na sa kaniya'y dumaloy?
Bakit ang puso na pinagmumulan ng sanlaksang kaligayahan ay kailangan pang masaktan at mabigo?
At muli, bakit ang puso ay kailangan pang tumibok gayong sa huli siya rin naman ang huling mawawala sa isang nilalang sa kaniyang kamatayan?
Maraming tanong ang mahirap hanapan ng kasagutan... ngunit marami ring sagot ang walang katanungan.
Ikaw, nagtanong ka na ba kung bakit? Ako'y katatapos lamang... At sa kasawiang-palad, ako'y hindi nakanap ni isang tugon...
At ang araw ay sumikat... lumubog...
Ako'y hinamon ng buhay at pinanday ng pagkakataon... ngunit sa huli, ako pa din ay isang kaluluwang ligaw...
Handang magliwaliw sa dilim ng kawalan...
Bloopers
The nice thing about my job is that I get to meet a lot of people almost everyday... different names, different looks, different smells, etc. Especially when I was still recruiting wherein I meet countless applicants daily, I feel proud everytime I get to shake their hands and say my piece, "Hi I'm Adrian, I'm your interviewer for today".
But I must say, the most memorable mark an applicant would leave me during interviews are their bloopers... and I'm telling you, these are bloopers which makes me fall off my interviewing chair...
Here are some:
Ady: Are your parents still working?
Applicant: Yes, my Dad's an engineer and my Mom's a government employee
Ady: So, how many siblings do you have?
Applicant: Sir, ahhh... siblings?
Ady: Yes, your brothers and sisters. How many are they?
Applicant: Sir, I only have a few siblings in the bank because my Mom gives me only a few money.
Duh!!!
Here's another one:
Ady: How do you see yourself five years from now?
Girl Applicant: Sir, in five years, probably I am already successful... I have a stable job, a nice career, a good car and my own condom.
Iha naman, ganda mo pa naman... condom lang kailangan mo pa maghintay ng five years para lang makabili...
One classic piece:
Ady: So how did you learn that we have a vacancy here?
Applicant: Sir, I just go jay-walking.
Toink!!! Buti hindi ka pinakanta ng Lupang Hinirang ng guard namin!!!
I also had some experiences on panel interviews:
Ady: So, ____. This would be your panel interview for us to gauge if you are promotion-ready.
Interviewee: Thank you. I believe that leadership... (some five minutes spiel that we, the panelists were already laughing)...
Ady: Ahm, excuse me but we haven't asked you a question yet...
Interviewee: As I was saying, leadership is... (continued his spiel)
O siya sige na, promoted ka na!!!
May ilan pa na sometimes, umiiral ang pagkabitch ko..
Phone rings, I answered:
Ady: Hello?
Credit Card Agent: Sir, is this Mr. Adrian Manay? We are offering credit cards, with annual fees waived on the first year of enrollment, etc. (the usual spiel of a credit card agent)
Ady: I am not interested po eh.
Credit Card Agent: Sir bakit po naman?
Ady: Bakit, kailangan ko pa ba iexplain talaga sa 'yo kung bakit eh sa ayaw ko nga eh!!!
Another phone call:
Ady: Thank you for calling Accenture. This is Adrian speaking.
Caller: Sir, follow-up ko lang po kung ano na po status nun quotation namin ng Ham as Christmas Party give-aways.
Ady: Ah Mam, hindi po kami kasi interested. We don't give hams as give-aways for Christmas.
Caller: Ah Sir, ganun po ba? Ano po ba give-aways ninyo sa employees pag Pasko?
Ady: Gift certificates po eh.
Caller: Ah Birth Certificate po ba? Naku naman Sir, sayang naman po yun hams na offered namin.
Talaga lang ha!!! Cge na nga, ham na lang kesa birth certificate... baka may mga aliens kame dito.
Meron din mga sablay na email ako narereceive...
Good day
I have a query regarding my member XXXXXXXXXXXXXX . She meets her quality and productivity expectation last march, this is to verify if dhe got passed the IE validation you’ve made. Thanks processor only asking why she have no IE this pay out .
Thank you
I have a query regarding my member XXXXXXXXXXXXXX . She meets her quality and productivity expectation last march, this is to verify if dhe got passed the IE validation you’ve made. Thanks processor only asking why she have no IE this pay out .
Thank you
Eto isa pa...
Good day,
Ady, one of xxx has sametime access,, but he already forgot his username and password since sametime was face out .What process he could do in order to retrieve access on it.
Thank you,
Ady, one of xxx has sametime access,
Thank you,
Eh look at my face, baka makita mo sagot...
At pati pag ako na tatawag, may bloopers pa:
Ady: Hi, I'd like to speak with xxx
Applicant: Yes, speaking
Ady: I'd like to schedule you for examination on xxx and then please look for me, Adrian
Applicant: Okay, so that's on xxx and then I will look for me, Adrian
Wow!!! Galing!!! Ako na ikaw???
Resume din may bloopers:
Birth of Date: June 21, 1986 / Birth of Place: Pateros, Metro Manila
Hayy... madame pa actually. Yun iba kasi hindi ko na maalala eh.
Hindi naman ako perfectionist. Actually, even I has bloopers but of course, I won't dare write them here... It's my blog anyway... And besides, I wrote this one not to offend these folks, but merely to make you all laugh...
This is in reply to Iche's request
Friday, October 5, 2007
A Few Lines...
I requested friends to give me topics they want me to write about on my blog and here's what I've gathered from them...
Marriage - from Sandy Marcelo - if there's one thing that should be forever for me, that would be marriage. Not because I was raised to believe so but because I believe that marriage is a life-long commitment to the person you chose to be your spouse. That is why I always advice my friends NOT to marry for the wrong reasons because, there's no simple way out.
Inday Quotes - from Leo Naluz - you see, it was Ederlyn before and now here comes Inday. And yes, I also forward those messages... For those who don't know her, Inday po is the infamous maid who's ingglisera and whose sentence construction you would have to unearth. Even Mr. Webster himself would probably have nose bleed when he speaks to this nanny. Anyway, bottomline is sikat pa din si Inday... and she's a living proof that there's reincarnation... nabuhay uli eh :-). Leo naman, nonsense to!!!
Third Party - from Joanne Paguinto - Third parties are bullshit!!! Assholes!!! I don't know why there are people who fancy meddling with something they should be totally out of... and to them, isa na lang siguro sabihin natin... MAY ARAW DIN KAYO!!! Hala, tinamaan ako!!! :-)
Advantage of being the Third Party - from Jhoanna Ander - naman!!! Ako nga ang nabiktima ako pa magkukuwento ano mga advantages ng third party??? Haller??? Pero sige, nun panahong naging third party din ako (ayan ha, umamin na ako!), masaya naman siya pero hello... nakakapraning din... but one thing certain, I don't like the feeling... eh si ano kaya, masaya na ngayon? I don't think so!!! Har har har!!!
Sex Addiction - from Jhoanna Ander ule (ahmmm) - Jander ha!!! As Sigmund Freud taught us, sex is the main drive of every human being... but Jander, hindi po ako sex addict and hindi ko pa siya natitikman so how could I say a line to this topic. Anyway, if you're partner is really really hot, delicious, spicy, tempting and any other adjectives you wanted to describe him/her, then GO!!! Splurge!!! Just make sure you have a Frenzy condom on your pocket... hala ka, kakapromote mo pa lang eh lumalandi ka na ha!!!
Metrosexuality - from Francesca Tio - I don't see anything bad to men or even women who are proclaiming themselves as metrosexuals. As long as you want to feel good about yourself and you have the resources then it's okay. Somehow somewhere somewhat, I am also a metrosexual and I don't care about what other people are saying about me... Bakit hinihingi ko ba sa inyo ginagastos ko???
Online Relationship - from QA Red - I had this before and my most recent was also online... Hindi siya maganda... all are just pretensions... I believe that for a relationship to work it should be with physicalities and emotions... Heller, mas masarap kaya Red na yun I love you is naririnig kesa nababasa lang sa YM o e-mail... And as for me, I don't go for this. Lokohan lang to. I know a few good relationships that started online... but hey, more than the online chats and e-mail exhanges, these few ones that I know centered the relationship into one thing - and that is GENUINE LOVE.
Friends with Benefits - from Joanne Paguinto uli - Ay, parang type ko to, joke! Seriously speaking, lugi dito ang babae... Ke sex o ano man yang benefit na yan, bottomline is, friendship lang din ang ending ninyo... no commitment, no intense affection, no surety. I have nothing against those who are okay with this set-up but hey, martyrs are no longer given monuments so why would you want to be one? Go for something that can give you whatever love and affection you deserve. Toink, Ady!
Friends or Lovers - from Myla Baloca - next question please!!!
Interview Bloopers - from Iche Magalona - I'll post a separate blog about this one... baka tomorrow.
Secrets to a Long Lasting Relationship - from Ever Rocela - di kaya ikaw dapat ang tanungin ko about this one, Ever? You're now five years with She and six years with, sino nga yun??? Joke!!! Anyway, I think for a relationship to work, here are my ingredients... trust, communication, loyalty, love and respect. If any of this five peter out, then try to regain it. If after all the efforts it still failed, then give up... no one will be contented in a relationship that has doubt, abandonment, betrayal, hatred and insolence.
Fixing a Broken Heart - from Iche Magalona - magblog ka... joke!!! I think the best way to fix a broken heart is to stand up from where you failed. Pick up the pieces... it will not make you whole again but that could be a good start... call a friend, talk to a family member, spend time alone in your room... cry if you want, shop if you can, pity yourself if you should... hurting is a phase believe me... and after all these, you will see yourself a better person... ready to love someone who's better...
How to Hide Your Indiscretions from Others - from Ryan Salamat - guilty ako!!! Naman!!! Am I hiding? Though I think I am guilty on this one, I am basically the what-you-see-is-what-you-get type. I may not let you in to my thoughts at first, but soon as I am ready to pour my emotions, then let's have a cup of coffee. I think there's no best way to do it but be true to yourself. Unmask the hypocrisy in you. Be not afraid to show who you really are, after all, no one's gonna appreciate your whole being more than any body else but YOU.
Your Firsts - from Migs Miguel - I'll write something about this on a separate blog.
The difference of "Being Alone" & "Being Lonely" - from Gerry Cuntapay - Hahaha, ewan!!! I think being alone is a choice while the other is a coincidence. Admittedly, I have the tendency to be lonely when in fact I am not alone. Being alone is you alienating yourself to the wonders of life while being lonely is the feeling of alienation to these wonders of which you yourself can't do something about. May sense ba sinabi ko, parang wala? Hahaha!!!
Friends or Lovers - from Myla Baloca - cge na nga... Pinapipili mo ako di ba? I think a good lover must first be a good friend... someone who listens and understands your very self. Someone who's gonna accept the person in you. And we know that indeed, only genuine friends can do this. So friendship ang choice ko!!! Myla naman!!!
Marriage - from Sandy Marcelo - if there's one thing that should be forever for me, that would be marriage. Not because I was raised to believe so but because I believe that marriage is a life-long commitment to the person you chose to be your spouse. That is why I always advice my friends NOT to marry for the wrong reasons because, there's no simple way out.
Inday Quotes - from Leo Naluz - you see, it was Ederlyn before and now here comes Inday. And yes, I also forward those messages... For those who don't know her, Inday po is the infamous maid who's ingglisera and whose sentence construction you would have to unearth. Even Mr. Webster himself would probably have nose bleed when he speaks to this nanny. Anyway, bottomline is sikat pa din si Inday... and she's a living proof that there's reincarnation... nabuhay uli eh :-). Leo naman, nonsense to!!!
Third Party - from Joanne Paguinto - Third parties are bullshit!!! Assholes!!! I don't know why there are people who fancy meddling with something they should be totally out of... and to them, isa na lang siguro sabihin natin... MAY ARAW DIN KAYO!!! Hala, tinamaan ako!!! :-)
Advantage of being the Third Party - from Jhoanna Ander - naman!!! Ako nga ang nabiktima ako pa magkukuwento ano mga advantages ng third party??? Haller??? Pero sige, nun panahong naging third party din ako (ayan ha, umamin na ako!), masaya naman siya pero hello... nakakapraning din... but one thing certain, I don't like the feeling... eh si ano kaya, masaya na ngayon? I don't think so!!! Har har har!!!
Sex Addiction - from Jhoanna Ander ule (ahmmm) - Jander ha!!! As Sigmund Freud taught us, sex is the main drive of every human being... but Jander, hindi po ako sex addict and hindi ko pa siya natitikman so how could I say a line to this topic. Anyway, if you're partner is really really hot, delicious, spicy, tempting and any other adjectives you wanted to describe him/her, then GO!!! Splurge!!! Just make sure you have a Frenzy condom on your pocket... hala ka, kakapromote mo pa lang eh lumalandi ka na ha!!!
Metrosexuality - from Francesca Tio - I don't see anything bad to men or even women who are proclaiming themselves as metrosexuals. As long as you want to feel good about yourself and you have the resources then it's okay. Somehow somewhere somewhat, I am also a metrosexual and I don't care about what other people are saying about me... Bakit hinihingi ko ba sa inyo ginagastos ko???
Online Relationship - from QA Red - I had this before and my most recent was also online... Hindi siya maganda... all are just pretensions... I believe that for a relationship to work it should be with physicalities and emotions... Heller, mas masarap kaya Red na yun I love you is naririnig kesa nababasa lang sa YM o e-mail... And as for me, I don't go for this. Lokohan lang to. I know a few good relationships that started online... but hey, more than the online chats and e-mail exhanges, these few ones that I know centered the relationship into one thing - and that is GENUINE LOVE.
Friends with Benefits - from Joanne Paguinto uli - Ay, parang type ko to, joke! Seriously speaking, lugi dito ang babae... Ke sex o ano man yang benefit na yan, bottomline is, friendship lang din ang ending ninyo... no commitment, no intense affection, no surety. I have nothing against those who are okay with this set-up but hey, martyrs are no longer given monuments so why would you want to be one? Go for something that can give you whatever love and affection you deserve. Toink, Ady!
Friends or Lovers - from Myla Baloca - next question please!!!
Interview Bloopers - from Iche Magalona - I'll post a separate blog about this one... baka tomorrow.
Secrets to a Long Lasting Relationship - from Ever Rocela - di kaya ikaw dapat ang tanungin ko about this one, Ever? You're now five years with She and six years with, sino nga yun??? Joke!!! Anyway, I think for a relationship to work, here are my ingredients... trust, communication, loyalty, love and respect. If any of this five peter out, then try to regain it. If after all the efforts it still failed, then give up... no one will be contented in a relationship that has doubt, abandonment, betrayal, hatred and insolence.
Fixing a Broken Heart - from Iche Magalona - magblog ka... joke!!! I think the best way to fix a broken heart is to stand up from where you failed. Pick up the pieces... it will not make you whole again but that could be a good start... call a friend, talk to a family member, spend time alone in your room... cry if you want, shop if you can, pity yourself if you should... hurting is a phase believe me... and after all these, you will see yourself a better person... ready to love someone who's better...
How to Hide Your Indiscretions from Others - from Ryan Salamat - guilty ako!!! Naman!!! Am I hiding? Though I think I am guilty on this one, I am basically the what-you-see-is-what-you-get type. I may not let you in to my thoughts at first, but soon as I am ready to pour my emotions, then let's have a cup of coffee. I think there's no best way to do it but be true to yourself. Unmask the hypocrisy in you. Be not afraid to show who you really are, after all, no one's gonna appreciate your whole being more than any body else but YOU.
Your Firsts - from Migs Miguel - I'll write something about this on a separate blog.
The difference of "Being Alone" & "Being Lonely" - from Gerry Cuntapay - Hahaha, ewan!!! I think being alone is a choice while the other is a coincidence. Admittedly, I have the tendency to be lonely when in fact I am not alone. Being alone is you alienating yourself to the wonders of life while being lonely is the feeling of alienation to these wonders of which you yourself can't do something about. May sense ba sinabi ko, parang wala? Hahaha!!!
Friends or Lovers - from Myla Baloca - cge na nga... Pinapipili mo ako di ba? I think a good lover must first be a good friend... someone who listens and understands your very self. Someone who's gonna accept the person in you. And we know that indeed, only genuine friends can do this. So friendship ang choice ko!!! Myla naman!!!
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