Living within the definition of my own truth

Reunion after 7 years,

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:21:00 +0800

It took us 7 long years to realize that we really need to see each other. It only take one person to make a move, and another to schedule and another to treat and yes to celebrate an advance birthday.

So, basically what we did today was uhm … Yes, you guess it right. We talked the entire day. With Jerene being late, Mica, Vivien and I spent our first 2 hours chatting outside Starbucks Greenbelt 3. Despite the heat of the sun, the never ending stories of how crazy our high school and grade school was flourishes. Too many things to remember yet we cannot help but laugh at how childish we were before.

When Jerene came at 2pm, which by the way she’s so late but since she’s the birthday girl and it’s her treat, we just couldn’t scream at her. So be thankful, Je! Haha. We had late lunch at Marciano’s who has amazing food and legit bottomless ice tea. Why legit? Well, for starters the waiter is really cute and you do not need to call him for a refill. When your ice tea level is within 20%, he’ll come rushing and refill you for you next glass. Great service by the way. And all the Audrey Hepburn’s film in black and white makes the afternoon so classic. We were at Marciano’s for 3 and half hours. After our lunch, we just sat there and talk. Reminisce a little more. Talked about so many things that happened in our lives. Talked about our fun, childish days at CSA. Catch up with how our college life has been. We discover how different yet similar our experiences, new friends are. And most of all, I have found the comfort of being with them.

I think we had more than 6 glasses of ice tea, and after that we immediately seek the comfort of the nearest restroom. How epic it was! And then we find another chill place at the comfort of Red Mango who by the way has ‘Buy 1 Take 1’ froyo on Wednesdays so we were lucky to have one. Hooraay! We just sat there, ate and talked again. There’s so many things to laugh about, to talked about and just to share with each other. 6 hours passed by swiftly and if we could have lengthen it more, we would. We took photos; the most vain we had ever been. We adores and envied Vivien’s polaroid at the same time. We made plans of going to Korea for our graduation gifts. We talked about our age and unfortunately, I discovered I’m the oldest among us four. :( Though I look like the youngest, right? ;)

I arrived at home and my Mom was mad at me. Saying I went out for a really long time. Despite her screaming and nasty words on me, I couldn’t regret what I did. Wanna know why? Because it was a day well spent. YOLO thinking. It was something worth everything. You do not easily find friends that are worth to keep. They are an extension of my family and spending time with them, knowing they’ll always be there for me is something I thank God I am lucky to have.

Happy Birthday, Jerene! You’ve always been the rich kid we always have yet you continue to be humble and kind. I know you’ll graduate on time and maybe find the inspiration and desire to push med school ;) Thank you, Je! Advance Happy Birthday.

Thank you, Jerene, Vivien and Mica! Indeed one of the best set of friends I have. I love you ladies!

heartisbreaking: Around the tennis court #2 by kiyoshimachine...

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:48:24 +0800

heartisbreaking:

Around the tennis court #2 by kiyoshimachine on Flickr.

c0mprendo: Trip to lake eerie by Stitch on Flickr.

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:38:23 +0800

c0mprendo:

Trip to lake eerie by Stitch on Flickr.

thelovenotebook: EVERYTHING LOVE & PERSONAL

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:26:23 +0800

thelovenotebook:

EVERYTHING LOVE & PERSONAL

"— things change all the time, mostly in little ways. That’s how it goes, I guess."

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:19:15 +0800

““— things change all the time, mostly in little ways. That’s how it goes, I guess.””

- Dash; Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares

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Dash & Lily's Book of Dares

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:12:34 +0800

The red moleskin notebook gave a door of opportunity for two people to communicate, discover themselves, talk about their lives and spend the Holidays the least, yet unforgettable way they could possible do.

I’m talking about David Levithan and Rachel Cohn’s, Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares. It’s a perfect book during the Holiday season. There’s so many things to love about the book. For starters, it’s setting is in New York City which is probably one of the busiest city during this season. The story is about teenage discovery; knowing who you are, what you’re willing to do and how you digest the reality that lies in front of you. It’s a story about friendship and family; and how both of these are essential in the person you will become and how the comfort they gives is incomparable to anything this world could offer. It’s about taking a risk and see if the the reward is worthy. It’s about expressing yourself and realizing that it’s not about the distance and time that dictates what’s about to happen but rather how you handle it. It’s also about having a special place for someone who may have left not because you haven’t move on but because you already forgive them. It’s about finding that person whom you can speak freely and be the person you always wanted to be. And, it’s about believing someone else’s word and trust them entirely for it.

It’s a great book to read. One by one I’ll share with you the notable quotations I highlighted as they were meaningful for me. If you’re around sixteen, living young, wild and free; you better get a copy and read this because time spent reading such an upbeat, cozy book can actually help you change your perspective and understanding on love and life.

Subway Moment (by John Siegel)

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:50:59 +0800

Subway Moment (by John Siegel)

novemberschopin: Passing By In The Rain (by Jon Siegel)

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:20:26 +0800

novemberschopin:

Passing By In The Rain (by Jon Siegel)

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Internship's over!

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:18:00 +0800

My internship is officially over. Oh how 240 hours flies so fast. It took me 6 weeks to accomplish my practicum and I couldn’t be any happier and thankful for how productive those 6 weeks was. It was a great experience, a learning one.

This photo somehow summarises my internship experience, minus the people who contributed a lot in this experience. I’ll definitely miss the Mcdo mornings I always have whenever I will be out client’s. I’ll miss the Sub lunches at RCBC alone. I’ll somehow miss the traffic at Ayala Ave., every morning and also how crazy it can be on rush hours every evening. I’ll also miss cross footing different financial statements. Thought it really hurts my back, I’ll also miss vouching. I’ll also miss my small desk I have to share with Ms. Jade at our office. I’ll also miss doing different memo and auditing executions. I’ll miss the free snacks I get from our clients. I’ll miss Ms. Jade’s sundae treat every after lunch. I’ll miss the cold client’s office. I’ll miss the teasing and laughter of Ms. Abby, Kuya Mark and the rest of the OS people. I’ll miss the very considerate Ms. Jade and Ms. Marga. I’ll miss spending time with Ms. Jade as she talk about her plans. I’ll also miss the bully Ms. Jessica. I’ll also miss the both stressful and chill Ms. Vanj. I’ll also miss the Starbucks and Krispy Kreme from every corner of Ayala Ave., Though I don’t know if I’d really miss this, but I’ll also miss everyday fast food. I’ll also miss the everyday patintero at Buendia. There’s so many things to miss. And I’ll look forward experiencing them again.

This internship taught me a lot. New experiences. It taught me to become better and be responsible. It gave me new friends. It helped me become a better person. Oh internship, I glad I’m done, but I’ll miss everyone, and everything about it for sure. Through this I felt like I was able to have a productive summer. It may not be a vacation, but it sure fits the perfect time I could ever spent this summer vacation. I’m really thankful for everything that happened. Thank you, Lord!

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Election 2013,

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:14:12 +0800

“Walang karapatang magreklamo ang mga hindi boboto”

Oh sucks. I feel guilty for this one. I ain’t going to vote today because I wasn’t able to make it during the registration period. And therefore, I do not have the right to complain whatever happens after this election. But since everyone’s just electing their candidates, I suppose I can still share my thoughts and opinions about this election 2013.

I am against political dynasty. Sucks how it’s accepted in the Philippines. It’s as if they’re all hungry for money. They want to manipulate the Philippines. And sucks how the Filipino people doesn’t benefit from them but rather only the family of these politicians gain wealth, fame power. I am also annoyed when these aspiring politicians says, “I am here for public service.” Because I strongly believe that if you’re true intention is to serve the citizens of the Philippines then you can do so in your own ways. You can create an organization that will aid the needs of the poor or perhaps be an advocate of a certain belief. There are so many things you can do for the public if that’s your calling. I also hate aspiring politicians who are either in the filed of entertainment or do not really have an experience or knowledge about legislative matters. I also hate when previous politicians run for a local position after their term has expired in their national position. Hungry for money? Hungry for power? And lastly, I hate the current leaders who would start a certain project but then left it open handed because they ran out of funds.

For my next leader, I want him to be truthful to his promises. I want his words to be backed up with facts and proofs of his accomplishments. I want him to stand on his beliefs and not be swayed away by what most people push him to do. I want him to be honest with his Income Tax Return before he enter the cruel world of politics and if by chance his income increases the year after, I want him to honest with his SALN. I want him not to be corrupt and use his pork barrel properly. I want him to be honest to the Filipino citizens; admit his mistakes and do everything he can to fulfil the platform he said during his campaign. And lastly, I want him to be down to earth, God fearing and prioritize the immediate needs of this country; less inflation rate, more labor for the people and foods for the table.

Vote wise fellow Filipino citizens. I know one vote could change, but if that one vote is not for a deserving person, then it will go to waste. Be the change you wish to be.

paisleykid: aeromatic: Hahaha i go through this like 50 times...

Mon, 13 May 2013 12:19:15 +0800

paisleykid:

aeromatic:

Hahaha i go through this like 50 times a day oops

This is so perfect

corsicans: (par natalya lobanova)

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:38:25 +0800

corsicans:

(par natalya lobanova)

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