Last Monday, my peaceful and somehow boring life rattled when I received a text message asking me to confirm an Initial Interview at SLMC for Wednesday. I must admit, that was sudden. I completely lost hope about that slot when I did not pass the IQ exam, nakakahiya talaga. I was thinking, maybe my IQ was still rusty from lack of use,hehe.
Since Board Exam last June 1 and 2, I had only focused on BLS at Red Cross, IV therapy training at Muntinlupa, and IELTS exam. All of that resulted to a pleasant outcome, except for the IELTS which I had to repeat since I didnt get the full mark needed. Application to SLMC was something I did for the sake of "applying for the job". I passed my CV thru email, and I was lucky to get a reply that afternoon. The exam was scheduled last September. It was a 57 item IQ exam (i think), which we had to finish in 15 minutes. I thought it was just the usual picture test, but it wasn't. It's more complicated than that. We had to wait for the result, and as expected, I didn't pass. I forgot the whole embarassing incident and moved on with my life, until last Monday.
I had to reread the text, thinking that my eyes fooled me, but it was really there stated clearly. Initial Interview, 11.12.08. I don't know how to prepare for it, so I did nothing. I was there 45 minutes before my scheduled time. I even saw, people rallying in front of the SLMC, maybe related to the controversial Bolante. Upstairs, I began to think that maybe the text wasn't meant for me, since my name wasn't listed at the Log. Still I waited, and embraced myself for what was to come.
The awaited time arrived. There were 4 of us that will be interviewed at the same time. That was the first time I had to sit for an interview with my fellow applicants, and a first for the role as RN. I did try my best. Whatever the result will be, I'm going to accept it. I feel already blessed to have that kind of opportunity.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Papa's past time
Last night, I was asked by Papa (lolo) to pick him up from his friend's house, Mang Epoy, the butcher. Apparently, they are still in the market and still selling meat. He dropped by at his place for some drinking session. Initially, I was hesitant to leave the house because that was the time where I just want to be with myself and not socialize with other people. However, I know I missed being with Papa, and I know that he misses it too, and so I obeyed.
Now that Papa is old, he has grown to be more sensitive, more weak, more persistent, and more lonely. He's kinda bored and would really want to be with people most of the time. Our house is almost empty when he gets home. Everybody would either be in their room doing something, studying, sleeping, watching or still at work. I can feel his loneliness. The kids have grown up plus Alj, his fave apo is now in Antipolo.
To fill in that kind of void inside him, he likes to drink with his beer buddies. I really don't like that past time, since it's really not healthy for him. With drinking, he could be with other people, talk to them, observe them, and just be with them. And so, if that would only be the way to somehow cheer him up, then I'll just contain my tongue from giving him some health teaching and just be with him as his apo (granddaughter).
Now that Papa is old, he has grown to be more sensitive, more weak, more persistent, and more lonely. He's kinda bored and would really want to be with people most of the time. Our house is almost empty when he gets home. Everybody would either be in their room doing something, studying, sleeping, watching or still at work. I can feel his loneliness. The kids have grown up plus Alj, his fave apo is now in Antipolo.
To fill in that kind of void inside him, he likes to drink with his beer buddies. I really don't like that past time, since it's really not healthy for him. With drinking, he could be with other people, talk to them, observe them, and just be with them. And so, if that would only be the way to somehow cheer him up, then I'll just contain my tongue from giving him some health teaching and just be with him as his apo (granddaughter).
Friday, August 22, 2008
August update
Here's some update of my life
1. I already pledged before God and before men that I will be ethical and professional as a Nurse. We all pledged in front of the Board of Nursing, and I might say that I took it quite solemnly. I just hope that I'll be able to practice it to the best of my ability. Funny thing was... after Mom browsed on the souvenir program and was returning it to me.. she muttered, "Oh ayan, isa ka na sa walang trabaho"). It hurts, but that's the truth. I now officially belong to those who are unemployed.
2. My friends and I went back to Our Lady of Manaog in Pangasinan to give our thanks. We went there on Saturday morning. We arrived at around 3pm and just had late lunch, touched Our Lady just before the Mass started. We headed off to Baguio by taking the last trip of a public van just beside the Church. The trip going to Baguio only took 2 hours from the Church. We had our light dinner at Nevada Square, a place where u can find loud music, bands, liquors, cigarettes, boys, girls, and sisig! We celebrated there our new profession in a form of liquor and just loosening up. My girlfriends and I aren't used to alcohol in our blood, so it really affected our orientation right away. At first we were just drinking a pitcher of Boracay Sling which tastes like Bailey's, but seniors ordered 1L of Jose Cuervo Tequila. Anyway it kinda went wild, and we danced on our spot and I body shot my girlfriends. I was kinda embarassed with my behaviour in the morning, especially when I saw the video.
3. August is a special month for my dear loved ones and friends: so Happy birthday to Mai (10), Peter (11), Ate Nena (18), and to Ninong (20)
4. I got back to Karate and sparring again. Tonight I had sparred with Aileen, my best bud in College. My fear got in me. She's taller, and have more power than me. She's also good with strategies. I was kicked on my left jaw, and I have bruise on my left shin. I was hurt, and I just couldn't fight back. I'm thinking of getting back into shape for the tournament and to upgrade my belt, but I need rigorous training in order to be competetive again.
5. Lastly, I'm missing Ham. Both of us have been busy these past few days. I'm really looking forward to videochat again with him.
For now, goodnight... must sleep now...
1. I already pledged before God and before men that I will be ethical and professional as a Nurse. We all pledged in front of the Board of Nursing, and I might say that I took it quite solemnly. I just hope that I'll be able to practice it to the best of my ability. Funny thing was... after Mom browsed on the souvenir program and was returning it to me.. she muttered, "Oh ayan, isa ka na sa walang trabaho"). It hurts, but that's the truth. I now officially belong to those who are unemployed.
2. My friends and I went back to Our Lady of Manaog in Pangasinan to give our thanks. We went there on Saturday morning. We arrived at around 3pm and just had late lunch, touched Our Lady just before the Mass started. We headed off to Baguio by taking the last trip of a public van just beside the Church. The trip going to Baguio only took 2 hours from the Church. We had our light dinner at Nevada Square, a place where u can find loud music, bands, liquors, cigarettes, boys, girls, and sisig! We celebrated there our new profession in a form of liquor and just loosening up. My girlfriends and I aren't used to alcohol in our blood, so it really affected our orientation right away. At first we were just drinking a pitcher of Boracay Sling which tastes like Bailey's, but seniors ordered 1L of Jose Cuervo Tequila. Anyway it kinda went wild, and we danced on our spot and I body shot my girlfriends. I was kinda embarassed with my behaviour in the morning, especially when I saw the video.
3. August is a special month for my dear loved ones and friends: so Happy birthday to Mai (10), Peter (11), Ate Nena (18), and to Ninong (20)
4. I got back to Karate and sparring again. Tonight I had sparred with Aileen, my best bud in College. My fear got in me. She's taller, and have more power than me. She's also good with strategies. I was kicked on my left jaw, and I have bruise on my left shin. I was hurt, and I just couldn't fight back. I'm thinking of getting back into shape for the tournament and to upgrade my belt, but I need rigorous training in order to be competetive again.
5. Lastly, I'm missing Ham. Both of us have been busy these past few days. I'm really looking forward to videochat again with him.
For now, goodnight... must sleep now...
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Drive
After years of being persuaded by Ham.. finally i gave in.. I decided to learn how to drive. And I must admit it's pretty cool and interesting!
Ham enrolled me for a 10-hour-course, 2 hours per day. On my 1st day, I drove Vios 2008. I drove around Malacañang, getting the feel of the clutch, brake, gas, 1st gear and 2nd gear. On the 2nd and 3rd day however, I drove a Nissan Sentra. It's very different compared to Vios, the clutch is deeper, I don't like it that much. But during those times, I learned to drive from Tayuman till Macapagal, passing thru UST, Quiapo, Macapagal, Pandacan, until Pedro Gil under the heavy downpour of rain. I had to restart a number of times since I can't control clutch and gas that much especially when there's slow traffic and I'm in the intersection.
On my 4th day (today), still with a heavy downpour of rain and flooded streets, I drove Vios 2006 which is really good and just right for my driving skills (novice,hehe), shallow clutch and easier to push with gas. So even if the weather wasn't really good, I had fun driving it. I was able to park it at a gas station's toilet and to relieve (#1), but of course with my instructor's directions.
I have 2 more hours left to practice driving, I hope I'll be able to practice more of parking and the weather will be good on that last day. I just wonder whether Ham will let my drive his car,haha!
Oh and btw, thanks also to boyokoy for helping me renew my driver's license. ^__^
Ham enrolled me for a 10-hour-course, 2 hours per day. On my 1st day, I drove Vios 2008. I drove around Malacañang, getting the feel of the clutch, brake, gas, 1st gear and 2nd gear. On the 2nd and 3rd day however, I drove a Nissan Sentra. It's very different compared to Vios, the clutch is deeper, I don't like it that much. But during those times, I learned to drive from Tayuman till Macapagal, passing thru UST, Quiapo, Macapagal, Pandacan, until Pedro Gil under the heavy downpour of rain. I had to restart a number of times since I can't control clutch and gas that much especially when there's slow traffic and I'm in the intersection.
On my 4th day (today), still with a heavy downpour of rain and flooded streets, I drove Vios 2006 which is really good and just right for my driving skills (novice,hehe), shallow clutch and easier to push with gas. So even if the weather wasn't really good, I had fun driving it. I was able to park it at a gas station's toilet and to relieve (#1), but of course with my instructor's directions.
I have 2 more hours left to practice driving, I hope I'll be able to practice more of parking and the weather will be good on that last day. I just wonder whether Ham will let my drive his car,haha!
Oh and btw, thanks also to boyokoy for helping me renew my driver's license. ^__^
RNs
Thank God! That's all I can say!... ^__^
Congratulations to all of us who passed the June 2008 Nursing Licensure Exam.
Congratulations to all of us who passed the June 2008 Nursing Licensure Exam.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
2-second descent
I've discovered yet another hidden talent yesterday! It all happened in a flash. I was in the bathroom taking a shower when i remembered not closing the door upstairs. In our house, children and adults-a-like would tend to pass through our maze-like passages whether to just pass through or to get something from our supply. Anyway, I just don't want to be surprised when after a cold bath and walking naked in our house, somebody would come in and see my rather unpleasant figure.
After locking the door, I walked back to the stairs going to the bathroom. As I stepped on the 2nd step from the top, my feet slipped from my slippers. There were no time to think, my body just reacted and tried to stop my sudden plunge with whatever I could hold on to. At last my throbbing bottom found the last step. I was surprised that I'm still holding on to my towel which solely wrap my body. I checked myself for any injury acquired, and thank God there were none..
I winced as I got up, every part of my body was aching. As I resumed my bathing, I found out that 3/4 of my left lower arm was covered with a reddish long bruise with scrape, a scrape on my right wrist, fist sized bruise on my right butt cheek, and edematous toes.
That was the first time I slipped from our stairs... It was quite an experience, I must admit. The usual 4-second descent on our 8-step-stairs took only 2 seconds for me. quite a talent, eh? ^__^ I'm not searching for my hidden talent though... ^__^
After locking the door, I walked back to the stairs going to the bathroom. As I stepped on the 2nd step from the top, my feet slipped from my slippers. There were no time to think, my body just reacted and tried to stop my sudden plunge with whatever I could hold on to. At last my throbbing bottom found the last step. I was surprised that I'm still holding on to my towel which solely wrap my body. I checked myself for any injury acquired, and thank God there were none..
I winced as I got up, every part of my body was aching. As I resumed my bathing, I found out that 3/4 of my left lower arm was covered with a reddish long bruise with scrape, a scrape on my right wrist, fist sized bruise on my right butt cheek, and edematous toes.
That was the first time I slipped from our stairs... It was quite an experience, I must admit. The usual 4-second descent on our 8-step-stairs took only 2 seconds for me. quite a talent, eh? ^__^ I'm not searching for my hidden talent though... ^__^
Sunday, June 22, 2008
My mom's bday
Yesterday was my mom's birthday... Happy Birthday Mommy! I believe she had a blast on her 49th bday. On the eve of her bday, me, mom, her friends tita M, and P went to Greenbelt 3 and had dinner. Initially, I planned to have dinner at the Krocodile Grille since I was the one appointed to choose and organize it. But when we got there at 8pm we're on the 6th of the waiting list. So since our tummy's were complaining I had to come up with the next plan.
It's been a long while since I went to Greenbelt and checked on the new restos and bar. As we went down the escalator, I noticed that the Tavern bar where we watched MYMP with my friends including boyokoy, 3 years ago, was already closed and in its place a new restobar was opened. It's now called Tropezz Restaurant Bar. I decided to try that one, and since they all agreed, it was settled then. There was a Live Band which was a plus for me, the interior is good, the food is good (I like the blue marlin and their calamares), and they have a VIP room enclosed by a sliding glass door, where it' more lighted, and more quiet compared to the usual non-smoking area-- well suited for my 40ish mom and friends.
Yesterday though, mom treated me and my female younger cousins to a movie. We watched Kung Fu Panda while she was shopping. The movie was so hilarious that I cried for laughing out so much. Afterwards, we just had a small party for them. "Them" because my mom's eldest sibling was also celebrating his bday.
My mom, is not just an ordinary mom. She raised me and my brother well single-handedly. She's our sweetest alarm clock, my closest friend, my 1st teacher, our clown, our dancer, my mother. More than anything else, I want her happiness. Wherever and whoever it will be... I just want her to be happy.
It's been a long while since I went to Greenbelt and checked on the new restos and bar. As we went down the escalator, I noticed that the Tavern bar where we watched MYMP with my friends including boyokoy, 3 years ago, was already closed and in its place a new restobar was opened. It's now called Tropezz Restaurant Bar. I decided to try that one, and since they all agreed, it was settled then. There was a Live Band which was a plus for me, the interior is good, the food is good (I like the blue marlin and their calamares), and they have a VIP room enclosed by a sliding glass door, where it' more lighted, and more quiet compared to the usual non-smoking area-- well suited for my 40ish mom and friends.
Yesterday though, mom treated me and my female younger cousins to a movie. We watched Kung Fu Panda while she was shopping. The movie was so hilarious that I cried for laughing out so much. Afterwards, we just had a small party for them. "Them" because my mom's eldest sibling was also celebrating his bday.
My mom, is not just an ordinary mom. She raised me and my brother well single-handedly. She's our sweetest alarm clock, my closest friend, my 1st teacher, our clown, our dancer, my mother. More than anything else, I want her happiness. Wherever and whoever it will be... I just want her to be happy.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
tired
Been a while Echt...
I wasn't really in the mood to divulge what's on my feeble mind. Lack of interest, and purpose maybe. But Ham enliven my yielding spirit. So here I am, pouring my heart out, for those who would want to "hear" my story.
Since graduation from BSN last April, up until now, my breathing is abated... by worries. I reviewed the whole April and May for the Local board exam last June 1 and 2, but I don't think it was enough. A lot have said that it was easy... but not for me. I can only hope now for miracles... I pray that It's God's Will that I'll pass it. Haay.. I lift it all up to Him na lng.
Sometimes I'm thinking that I'm having future shock, doing things immediately and in fast pace. But then again I'm already 24, and at this age, I really should be doing double time in ensuring that my future will be alright.
But I'm tired now.
I'm tired of worrying.
I'm tired of being a pessimist.
Thy Will be done.
I wasn't really in the mood to divulge what's on my feeble mind. Lack of interest, and purpose maybe. But Ham enliven my yielding spirit. So here I am, pouring my heart out, for those who would want to "hear" my story.
Since graduation from BSN last April, up until now, my breathing is abated... by worries. I reviewed the whole April and May for the Local board exam last June 1 and 2, but I don't think it was enough. A lot have said that it was easy... but not for me. I can only hope now for miracles... I pray that It's God's Will that I'll pass it. Haay.. I lift it all up to Him na lng.
Sometimes I'm thinking that I'm having future shock, doing things immediately and in fast pace. But then again I'm already 24, and at this age, I really should be doing double time in ensuring that my future will be alright.
But I'm tired now.
I'm tired of worrying.
I'm tired of being a pessimist.
Thy Will be done.
Friday, March 28, 2008
Summer Rain
Today feels like being drenched by the summer rain, medium size rain drops consistently pouring on my body and at the same time, a brightly shining sun keeps me warm and hopeful that the rain will soon stop.
I have been wrongly accused by our former "family friend". Degrading me, blaming me for something that I didn't do. At first, I kept it to myself. I felt like a sudden rain of problems poured while I'm standing in an open field with no other shed for cover, drenching me with it, not knowing that Ham, my family and my friends are ready to run on the field and share an umbrella of protection and prayers for me.
I lift it all up to God, He knows what must be done.
I am so blessed, despite everything, the assurance and the prayers given to me by my loved ones are very heartwarming.
And so, even if the fight isn't over yet, I know that everything will be alright... soon.
I have been wrongly accused by our former "family friend". Degrading me, blaming me for something that I didn't do. At first, I kept it to myself. I felt like a sudden rain of problems poured while I'm standing in an open field with no other shed for cover, drenching me with it, not knowing that Ham, my family and my friends are ready to run on the field and share an umbrella of protection and prayers for me.
I lift it all up to God, He knows what must be done.
I am so blessed, despite everything, the assurance and the prayers given to me by my loved ones are very heartwarming.
And so, even if the fight isn't over yet, I know that everything will be alright... soon.
Saturday, March 08, 2008
Friendster Horoscope
I am not that fanatic with horoscope and such. I know that God is the only one who knows about my future. However, I still do read my horoscope given a chance, but that doesnt mean i believe in it.^__^
Anyway, Friendster gives a very nice "horoscope" so far, cause it doesn't really predict what would really happen to you on that day, but rather, advises you and reminds you to become a better person each day.
here's my dose of daily advice from friendster:
Anyway, Friendster gives a very nice "horoscope" so far, cause it doesn't really predict what would really happen to you on that day, but rather, advises you and reminds you to become a better person each day.
here's my dose of daily advice from friendster:
The Bottom Line
Resist the urge to create drama just to have something to do. Avoid all conflict.
In Detail
If your routine is starting to get boring, resist the urge to create a problem just for the sake of having something to talk about! You need to avoid conflict now more than ever. Things might be less than exciting, but they are stable, and that is a very good thing. Think of your routine as a lazy, lovely stream. Just drift along and enjoy the peace and quiet. This kind of attitude will lead you in the right direction and give you a lot more clarity in the future.
saktong sakto!^___^
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Rose in a box
For Valentine's day, I didn't participate much with the usual mass sending of txt messages greeting friends of Happy VDay! I didn't even prepare something for Hamkin. That's why I was so touched when Hamkin even gave me another surprise today!
After bathing, I was informed that I received a package. I was surprised for I know that Hamkin wouldn't give me another present for this day. When I opened it, it was a disheveled box with a single long stemmed rose in it. Honestly, I was nonchalant, for I thought it was from my anonymous sender of bouquet again. Good thing my tita said there's still a card inside the packaging. Imagine my face lighting up as I opened it and saw that it's from Ham. I was so touched that I called him right away, only to be greeted by his recorded "leave me a message" voice mail. But then he called back and I even cried because he's sooo sweet and thoughtful for ever thinking of that. I feel so blessed for having him as a boyfriend. He's not the usual bf who would please you just to get something from you. He knows what's important, he knows what to prioritize, he gives me direction, and he's my inspiration. I know that I've grown as a person and one of the reasons is him.
We had online date when he got home. We shared a dessert together. He bought krispy kreme honey glazed donut and I bought dunkin donuts' promo donut and choco butternut. It was nice. A really nice date to spend Vday together. We may be miles away from each other but I know that our hearts are beating for each other. I love you Ham!
After bathing, I was informed that I received a package. I was surprised for I know that Hamkin wouldn't give me another present for this day. When I opened it, it was a disheveled box with a single long stemmed rose in it. Honestly, I was nonchalant, for I thought it was from my anonymous sender of bouquet again. Good thing my tita said there's still a card inside the packaging. Imagine my face lighting up as I opened it and saw that it's from Ham. I was so touched that I called him right away, only to be greeted by his recorded "leave me a message" voice mail. But then he called back and I even cried because he's sooo sweet and thoughtful for ever thinking of that. I feel so blessed for having him as a boyfriend. He's not the usual bf who would please you just to get something from you. He knows what's important, he knows what to prioritize, he gives me direction, and he's my inspiration. I know that I've grown as a person and one of the reasons is him.
We had online date when he got home. We shared a dessert together. He bought krispy kreme honey glazed donut and I bought dunkin donuts' promo donut and choco butternut. It was nice. A really nice date to spend Vday together. We may be miles away from each other but I know that our hearts are beating for each other. I love you Ham!
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Pearl Hotel Manila
The Pearl Hotel Manila, just along Taft avenue and in United Nations.
This is the receiving area. I like the sofa. Long and firm. However, the cable from the lamp shouldn't be placed like that. They should have put the socket behind the stand and hide the excess cable.
Angle from the bathroom and closet side.
The bed is big and comfy. The pillows are soft and really nice to cuddle with. They have Sky cable on the TV, so it's really good.
The bathroom was small though. But if you're not that picky with it, and would just stay in the bathroom only for necessities, then I guess you wouldnt have a problem.
After Ham introduced me that popcorn, I fell in love with it instantly. It's low fat, low calories, and rich in fiber. Plus the Novellino's strawberry red wine is a good brand as well.
Aah.. this gummy bear is really good. I especially like it, coming from the fridge. When it's really hard and that you have to really chew hard on it. yummy! I don't get much of it these days. I only get it whenever my tita from Germany will be coming home. Only selected supermarkets have that in stock.
That was the smoke coming from the burning rubber tire store in blumentritt, as we later on learned from the news.
Tattoed on my mind, and Crazy for you. Hahaha! Good thing our only audience were mommy, papa alee, and the waiters.
Nice day for a swim. However, I couldnt swim that day, nor mom would want to without me.
Pearl for Valentine's day
Valentine's Day is nearing once again. Im sure every restaurant will be jam packed again. Business will be blooming as the hopeless romantics would purchase a lot of gifts for their beaus. I can't blame them, it's really something to celebrate... well, for me it is.
Back in 2002, I had my first dinner date and a stuff toy with a rose for Valentine's day.
Back in 2003, I serenaded him during his class, with matching poem and rose for it (though i was not the one who went personally)
Also in 2003, just after our valentine's date, my first love, my first special friend, "broke up" with me.
Back in 2004, I dated others. But no one ever fills the emptiness in my heart.
Back in 2005, we were reunited, though LDR once again, we dated online... complete with main course and dessert as our VDay date
Back in 2006 and 2007, he was able to still stay, days before Vday, before he went back to Sydney.
This year, he made me and mom happy when he booked us in Pearl Hotel Manila for an overnight stay.
We stayed in a junior suite at 15th floor and didn't do anything the rest of the afternoon. I wasn't able to swim though... huhu.... wrong timing for a 1st day. And so just watched the hearing of Lozada with the senate, and saw from our room, smoke coming from afar... which eventually turned out a fire from a rubber tire store in blumentritt.
Nothing to do. But watch, lie on bed, chat with mom, and eat my rare treat for myself: Haribo, Chef Tony's White Chocolate Walnut popcorn, and strawberrry red wine of Novellino.
If im with Ham in that place, i bet I can do lots of things... naughty naughty me..
I did enjoy the dinner with mom. We invited papa alee (my lolo's brother) to the hotel, and dined with him at the Oyster restaurant, the hotel restaurant. I ordered Katsudon, and them Tempura bento. It was good, and I really felt satiated after that. We talked mostly bout financial things (if only i have money for some investments), and then drank some beer to the hotel bar. There were performers in it, Menchi and Babes. And since we were the only audience, I had the courage to sing with them when they invited me on stage. I partly sang Tattoed on my mind (which was kinda high and not really suited for my voice), and Crazy for you (which they even lowered to one key)hehe.
In the morning, after the buffet breakfast which me and mom really enjoyed, we went to the poolside and just took pictures. It was something so memorable that I'm ever so grateful with Ham for it...He's really one of a kind. Te amo hamkin.
Back in 2002, I had my first dinner date and a stuff toy with a rose for Valentine's day.
Back in 2003, I serenaded him during his class, with matching poem and rose for it (though i was not the one who went personally)
Also in 2003, just after our valentine's date, my first love, my first special friend, "broke up" with me.
Back in 2004, I dated others. But no one ever fills the emptiness in my heart.
Back in 2005, we were reunited, though LDR once again, we dated online... complete with main course and dessert as our VDay date
Back in 2006 and 2007, he was able to still stay, days before Vday, before he went back to Sydney.
This year, he made me and mom happy when he booked us in Pearl Hotel Manila for an overnight stay.
We stayed in a junior suite at 15th floor and didn't do anything the rest of the afternoon. I wasn't able to swim though... huhu.... wrong timing for a 1st day. And so just watched the hearing of Lozada with the senate, and saw from our room, smoke coming from afar... which eventually turned out a fire from a rubber tire store in blumentritt.
Nothing to do. But watch, lie on bed, chat with mom, and eat my rare treat for myself: Haribo, Chef Tony's White Chocolate Walnut popcorn, and strawberrry red wine of Novellino.
If im with Ham in that place, i bet I can do lots of things... naughty naughty me..
I did enjoy the dinner with mom. We invited papa alee (my lolo's brother) to the hotel, and dined with him at the Oyster restaurant, the hotel restaurant. I ordered Katsudon, and them Tempura bento. It was good, and I really felt satiated after that. We talked mostly bout financial things (if only i have money for some investments), and then drank some beer to the hotel bar. There were performers in it, Menchi and Babes. And since we were the only audience, I had the courage to sing with them when they invited me on stage. I partly sang Tattoed on my mind (which was kinda high and not really suited for my voice), and Crazy for you (which they even lowered to one key)hehe.
In the morning, after the buffet breakfast which me and mom really enjoyed, we went to the poolside and just took pictures. It was something so memorable that I'm ever so grateful with Ham for it...He's really one of a kind. Te amo hamkin.
unorthodox
I truly object with the way a person criticizes people even those who looks timid and conventional. I can join in the bickering with my friends when they see someone who outrageously show off their difference from others. I mean it's just a harmless laugh anyway. But I truly don't get it when girls tend to look so mean and finding fault to those who wanted to be timid and conventional. The usual comment would be, "nasa loob lang ang kulo niyan". And once they heard something bad about that shy girl, they would have a winning smile on their face and say, "see? tama ang hinala ko". And they would have a contented smile on their face, and feeling as if they're superior, because unlike them, they truly show the others that they're verbose, unreserved, and outgoing. If that's their personality and true to themselves I don't think they should really have a problem with those who are their complete opposite.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Retreat 2008
I didn't join the retreat this year, but instead went to my lolo's house in Cainta with Mom. I don't think i missed that much though...
I spent time with my bulilit cousins. Me and my 6-yr-old cousin fetched her grade 2 sister Charlene from school, driving the pedicab! Nice, at least i can drive that properly. After unloading her super heavy bag at home we went to see our other cousins Maybel, April, and Jun who are all under 10 yrs old, and who just lived nearby. They are so hyperactive and wanting to have their turn in the pedicab or the bicycle, which Cheska brought with her. Actually I did envy their prowess in riding the bicycle, for up until now I haven't learn how to do it.
My lolo, still in his bed, have sharper memory than lola who's got a mild alzheimer's disease. Lolo however, became considerably thinner, with his bones outlining his frame. But he still have a good grip, and I like the feel of it everytime I hold his hand. Strong grip, just like his will to live.
Tita Josie, Daddy's older sister will be coming back to Germany later tonight. She, Tita Ching, and Tita Vigie arrived here this month to visit lolo. Though Tita Ching went back to London and Tita Vigie to Oman a week earlier. Tito Eddie, the eldest might come home too this February, coming from Canada. It'll be just Daddy who won't be coming home anytime soon.
There was a bit of a melodrama before we left Cainta. Tita Jo's reminding me and Mom that we are loved, and that I'm blessed for having a great Mom like my Mom. And I agree to that. I'm really blessed for having a family like mine. Not perfect, but just right. ^__^ Thank God for that.
I spent time with my bulilit cousins. Me and my 6-yr-old cousin fetched her grade 2 sister Charlene from school, driving the pedicab! Nice, at least i can drive that properly. After unloading her super heavy bag at home we went to see our other cousins Maybel, April, and Jun who are all under 10 yrs old, and who just lived nearby. They are so hyperactive and wanting to have their turn in the pedicab or the bicycle, which Cheska brought with her. Actually I did envy their prowess in riding the bicycle, for up until now I haven't learn how to do it.
My lolo, still in his bed, have sharper memory than lola who's got a mild alzheimer's disease. Lolo however, became considerably thinner, with his bones outlining his frame. But he still have a good grip, and I like the feel of it everytime I hold his hand. Strong grip, just like his will to live.
Tita Josie, Daddy's older sister will be coming back to Germany later tonight. She, Tita Ching, and Tita Vigie arrived here this month to visit lolo. Though Tita Ching went back to London and Tita Vigie to Oman a week earlier. Tito Eddie, the eldest might come home too this February, coming from Canada. It'll be just Daddy who won't be coming home anytime soon.
There was a bit of a melodrama before we left Cainta. Tita Jo's reminding me and Mom that we are loved, and that I'm blessed for having a great Mom like my Mom. And I agree to that. I'm really blessed for having a family like mine. Not perfect, but just right. ^__^ Thank God for that.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
leakage
In highschool, cheating was unfamiliar.
In college, it was a taboo.
In nursing, it's being resourceful.
tsk tsk...mga kabataan talaga ngayon. ^^
In college, it was a taboo.
In nursing, it's being resourceful.
tsk tsk...mga kabataan talaga ngayon. ^^
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Sunday
A very nice day today. Spent morning till evening with Ham online, chat with webcam. It's definitely a quality time together.
With the end of Daylight Saving Time, soon, chat will be more frequent. Unlike now we could only chat on Thursdays and weekends... that is if I don't have reviews.
I had a nice time with you ham. See you again on Thursday. ^___^
With the end of Daylight Saving Time, soon, chat will be more frequent. Unlike now we could only chat on Thursdays and weekends... that is if I don't have reviews.
I had a nice time with you ham. See you again on Thursday. ^___^
Commitment
ISL or Intermediate Sign Language class already started yesterday. Too bad I didn't enroll. Ate Mimi enrolled though, and was very excited on the first day. She even started using SL again during Mass whenever she's not playing the Organ. And since I'm the only one she can communicate with it, I had no choice but to decipher the signs again. I had a hard time remembering it, nakakainis tlaga. I really need to practice it consistently if I really want to be good in it.
I realized that wanting to learn SL is different from committing yourself in the Ministry. Commitment means investing time and effort. It's not solely for yourself but for those who would benefit after you were able to learn it.
It started though with the desire. I had that when I started with the BSL. But alas, right now, I committed myself to other important things. And I think these things demand more time and prioritization.
I'm not a Superwoman or even Darna. I can't do it all. I need to focus more on these things first... But I will come back and commit myself again to the ministry.
I realized that wanting to learn SL is different from committing yourself in the Ministry. Commitment means investing time and effort. It's not solely for yourself but for those who would benefit after you were able to learn it.
It started though with the desire. I had that when I started with the BSL. But alas, right now, I committed myself to other important things. And I think these things demand more time and prioritization.
I'm not a Superwoman or even Darna. I can't do it all. I need to focus more on these things first... But I will come back and commit myself again to the ministry.
Creative shot
Oh ok.. there's one picture that i really like. Probably because my face was partly hidden and that the shot was not a close-up hehe. I do like it's natural side, and brings more of myself... i don't smile that much. ^___^
Ham said that this one is a lot better than my plastered smile from my formal grad pix. ^___^
I really want to learn guitar, but I really can't memorize the chords. Also, I don't have much patience to sit down and self-learn. That's why I opted to go for that look in my creative shot... something i want to do in the future.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Grad pic
i DON'T LIKE my grad pic. Too made up and waaah... like what ham said.. i'm just not photogenic. Maybe that's why I just like to be behind the camera... capturing other people's moments than being shot at.
I like my creative shot though... coz my face is partly hidden and that i wasn't looking directly at the camera..
I like my creative shot though... coz my face is partly hidden and that i wasn't looking directly at the camera..
Thursday, January 17, 2008
7 in 1
There's this new coffee brand that promotes their 7 in 1 mix. The one with agaricus mushroom a rich source of antioxidant; a korean ginseng that according to them improves mental performance, alertness, and cognitive functions; spirulina that provides essential amino acids; reishi that lowers blood pressure; coffee; cream; and of course sugar.
Being a coffee drinker, I tried it out yesterday. And actually love the taste. I consumed 2 sachets (meant for 4 servings) during breakfast and 1 sachet again in the evening.
My mind was practically alert all night. My lids are heavy and yet my mind was soo alert... I hate the feeling... but not the coffee.
And so for tonight, I opted for milk instead, and hopefully have my 8 hours of sleep (one of my resolutions).
Being a coffee drinker, I tried it out yesterday. And actually love the taste. I consumed 2 sachets (meant for 4 servings) during breakfast and 1 sachet again in the evening.
My mind was practically alert all night. My lids are heavy and yet my mind was soo alert... I hate the feeling... but not the coffee.
And so for tonight, I opted for milk instead, and hopefully have my 8 hours of sleep (one of my resolutions).
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Neotericus
My College Friends at Ham's Tagaytay Home.
(L-R) Brian, Ann, Kim, Paul, Ham, and me
(L-R) Brian, Ann, Kim, Paul, Ham, and me
Finally, I got to meet them again. I hope they still had a Merry Christmas ^___^
We stayed in Greenhills for 10 hours, to meet up with his HS friends (Jody, Marvin, Scott, and Hans) and to buy PSP as his Xmas gift.
Meeting up with Ham's friends for dinner
(L-R) me, ham, Kelvin, Ralph, Angel, Arianne, and Carl
2008, a new year, a better me
Whoa! Another year has passed. I got older I must admit... with a lot of things that has happened in my 2007, I can't help but grow physically and mentally.
So for 2008, I got to start the year right. I eliminated some of my excess baggage: let go of worries and anxieties, regrets, asked for God's forgiveness and those I hurt, and forgave myself for committing mistakes.
I am not perfect, but for my 2008... I intend to become a better person each day.
No promises... but I'm gonna do it little by little.
To my friends, who have always been there during my ups and downs... thank you soo much. You know who you are. If you know my deepest darkest secrets, consider yourself as my friend. Sorry if I offended you at times, but all the same thanks for being a great friend.
To my family, I know I have caused you some disappointments in life... but thanks for still supporting me. I know I've got lots of room for improvement...I hope in time I could give you something to be proud of. Thank you for giving your best to raise me well..
To Hamkin, we've been together for years now, but almost half of it are spent in our cyberworld. We date online, we sometimes quarrel online, and we spend quality time online... A lot would disagree and even discourage our kind of relationship. But there were some who still support us. It's not easy. There are hardships along the way: there are temptations, extra curricular activities, conflicts bet. our own family. But because of that hardships, it made me a better person. And it only made me more convinced to become a better one for you... I love you. I hope to spend a lifetime with you.
So for 2008, I got to start the year right. I eliminated some of my excess baggage: let go of worries and anxieties, regrets, asked for God's forgiveness and those I hurt, and forgave myself for committing mistakes.
I am not perfect, but for my 2008... I intend to become a better person each day.
No promises... but I'm gonna do it little by little.
To my friends, who have always been there during my ups and downs... thank you soo much. You know who you are. If you know my deepest darkest secrets, consider yourself as my friend. Sorry if I offended you at times, but all the same thanks for being a great friend.
To my family, I know I have caused you some disappointments in life... but thanks for still supporting me. I know I've got lots of room for improvement...I hope in time I could give you something to be proud of. Thank you for giving your best to raise me well..
To Hamkin, we've been together for years now, but almost half of it are spent in our cyberworld. We date online, we sometimes quarrel online, and we spend quality time online... A lot would disagree and even discourage our kind of relationship. But there were some who still support us. It's not easy. There are hardships along the way: there are temptations, extra curricular activities, conflicts bet. our own family. But because of that hardships, it made me a better person. And it only made me more convinced to become a better one for you... I love you. I hope to spend a lifetime with you.
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