February 26, 2012

Date A Girl Who Travels

Check the link -> http://www.solitarywanderer.com/2012/02/date-a-girl-who-travels/

This is a good read.

"You’ll also recognize a girl who travels by the fact that she’s always amazed at the world around her, no matter if she’s in her home town or in a place that’s totally new. She sees beauty all around her, not just the ones featured in travel guides or shown in postcards. A girl who travels has developed a deeper appreciation for life. She won’t judge you, or pressure you to do things you don’t want to do. She knows too much about the importance of identity and self-efficacy, and she will appreciate all the more if you won’t pretend to be who you’re not."

February 25, 2012

FalLIN' in Love





I can't help it. I'm a big fan of Jeremy Lin. A lot has already been said about how he has broken down barriers for Asian Americans in the NBA. I can see his humility and his deep faith in God.ALso, am I the only one who likes his smile? Haha. He's definitely a cute/good-looking guy.


Just a trivia on why he chose 17.

"Seven was my number last year and it’s one of God’s numbers that he uses throughout the Bible. I chose 17 because the one was kind of to represent me and the seven was to represent God.”



Basically saying God is always standing by his side.




Titanium - David Guetta feat. Sia

This is my summer song so far!



you shout it loud
but i can't hear a word you say
i'm talking loud not saying much
i'm criticized but all your bull is ricochet
you shoot me down, but i get up
[chorus]
i'm bulletproof nothing to lose
fire away, fire away
ricochet, you take your aim
fire away, fire away
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium
i am titanium...
[sia]
cut me down
but is you who had further to fall
ghost town, haunted love
raise your voice, sticks and stones may break my bones
i'm talking loud not saying much
[chorus]
i'm bulletproof nothing to lose
fire away, fire away
ricochet, you take your aim
fire away, fire away
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium
i am titanium...
[sia]
stone-hard, machine gun
firing at the ones who rise
stone-hard, thus bulletproof
[chorus]
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium
you shoot me down but i won't fall
i am titanium


#Book it!

South Korea, Coron, El Nido, Taiwan, Singapore... Australia, New York... who said I don't like travelling? Haha.

2012 is really is it! =)

February 17, 2012

Going 27

Feeling old - That's how am I feeling lately. I am 27 years old by September. I think by end of this year, I have traveled enough and fulfilled my simple dreams (except going to Paris). I feel like settling down next year. Having a baby in 2 years. I have plans already about my future. I feel financially fine. I feel ready to be a mom and good wife too. The only thing I'm waiting, is THE ONE. I'm still praying it was YOU.

02.14.12

Isn't it ironic?

I've mentioned some tips in my previous blog on how to survive Valentines day as single but what happened to me last Vday was unexpected. 

Well, first of all, I am transferring to the other department in our office. It was a surprise. I almost cried after hearing about it. I don't know, maybe because I feel so blessed with the team I have right now, we are so bonded that we are just like family. I'm sure am gonna miss the "FDs". In addition, I saw many couples outside the office, you can see some girls holding flowers and bouquet so I can't help but get a little jealous. Valentines has always been emo day for me. Though some are asking me out, if you are not him, I'd rather be alone and go home early. Anyway, after the announcement of my transfer, I received a surprised package from a friend in Australia. I couldn't actually believe it. It was my first time to have a package or gift on a Vday. I opened it and saw stuff toy, chocolates, and a Vday card with note on it. Maybe the thought of it couldn't outweigh my sad emotions. I should be happy right? But I don't know. I feel so sad. The thought of my transfer overwhelmed me on that day. But still, I called him to say thanks. I don't wanna cry, but I did without him noticing it through the sound of my voice. It was just a 15-minute call because I should head straight to the gym. Yeah, I scheduled my gym on a Valentines day. Why not? It was Tuesday after all. My friend asked me if we could have a chat but I refuse to. I chose gym over him. What happened to me? I felt so insensitive. But I thought going to the gym may ease the sadness but it didn't. I went home around 9pm and couldn't sleep. It was mixed emotions. I felt so bad on that day. It was "crayola" night.

The following day, I chose to be quiet but also realized that everything happens for a reason. Maybe change is good for me. It was just a moment of silence then afterwards, I am back to normal. By night, I talked to him about the package again and was so thankful. It was just that moment that I realized how sweet he was to do such an act. No one ever made me felt so special on a Vday except him. By this time, I am feeling guilty that I never had anything for him on that day just because of the fact that I never ever celebrated this Hearts day before. It was just an ordinary day for me.

Anyway, I don't know what will happen next. That's life. I have to adjust and cope with every situation - good or bad. Look at the brightside, I will learn new job and earn new friends hopefully. Goodbye to my friends and loved one in CAO, I am the overall first draft pick, be ready friends maybe you are next! =)

P.S. I am having the best time in my office especially because I am starting to be close to him again, my seatmate. Maybe fate isn't just so nice to me.. Oh well. To you, GOODBYE AGAIN.

February 12, 2012

Surviving Valentines Day

 

Why am I even writing this blog about Valentines day? Just "Diether Ocampo" drama? haha. Well I am spending another V-day alone again.. just like every year. Well for all the single ladies like me, it is the lamest day of the year. Of course, as much as possible I want to skip this day because I am jealous to all the couples out there. But do I have a choice? So based on my experience, I think some tips are needed to get through it.

1.) Avoid malls and restaurants - Of course, do you want to see all the cheesy Vday stuff around you?
2.) Watch your favorite family/cartoon/comedy movie - Cheaper by the Dozen, Home Alone, Brother Bear always works for me.
3.) Hit they gym! - Thankfully, Vday this year is my favorite day at the gym because of my favorite class. Just enjoy the class.
4.) Go home early. Sleep early - If there is no overtime at work, go home and sleep.Who doesn't want to sleep at least 8 hours?
5.) Pray - Go to church, thank Him, and pray that you may finally meet your one true love.
6.) Spend your day with your closest friends or family - doesn't need personal appearance. It can be via text, chat, FB, email. Whatever seems to work between you.
7.) Chocolates!!! - This is the best tip for me. Buy your most favorite chocolate. For me, it adds happiness to all the hopeless romantics like me.
8.) Greet your crush/someone special - there will always be that someone in your life. Well a simple text message will do.


9.) Do not swallow the fact that you are single - is this vague? Well, still believe that you are amazingly beautiful and someday someone will be so lucky to have you.

So there you go. Now you know how I am surviving Vday alone every year. Happy Valentines everyone! Always remember to greet everyone with love no matter what your relationship status are. Of course, I am just feeling sentimental and sad during this day of the year, but I guess it's natural. We all want to feel loved. So while you are still waiting for that someone, make sure to surround yourself with the best love you can find! Keep the hopes alive!


February 11, 2012

Dinner Buffet at Latitude, Traders Hotel

Yesterday, we had our dinner at Latitude, Traders Manila after getting a Php650 vouchers at Metrodeal (50% off).

Compared to other hotel buffets in town, I guess this has few choices but you will still enjoy their food. They lack steak or tempura. But they have many dishes to choose from. They have dimsum, noodle, cold cuts, cheese, and dessert stations.

I am not sure what is the specialty of this hotel but overall, I enjoyed the food but if you ask me if I will come back for this price, I won't.

Check out pictures below.
























February 4, 2012

Now Playing ♥

Love songs... after a long time of not playing this playlist in my IPOD, I suddenly found the guts and inspiration to listen to these songs again. After all, Valentines day is fast approaching. Who says love songs are only for couples and lovers? Nah. 

Here are some of the good old love songs of the times I'm currently playing. It's just good feel the love right?

I've fallen for you - Jamie Rivera
Swept Away - Christopher Cross
Got to believe in magic - David Pomeranz
In your Eyes - Dan Hill
Always - Atlantic Starr
If ever you're in my arms again - Peabo Bryson
Destiny - Jim Brickman
All my life - America
You're the inspiration - Peter Cetera
Getting To Know Each Other - Gerard Kenny
Please be careful with my heart - Jose Mari Chan
Can we just stop and talk a while - Jose Mari Chan
Afraid for love to fade - Jose Mari Chan
Don't know what to do - Ric Segreto 
Basta't kasama kita - Dingdong Avanzado 
To Love Again - Dingdong Avanzado

Never A Day Goes By

Another good song from the movie, Serendipity.

"Never a day goes by
Without something
Stopping me hard in my tracks
I could be happy
And I'll never know it
Till never a day comes back"








Unbearable Kind of Pain




"Emotional pain. You can't see it, like you can see a broken bone, a pale face, an open wound. It's in your head, easy to hide because no one else can see it unless you allow them to see it. It's physical internally, a sick stomach, a tightness in the chest, exhaustion. It can be crippling, an inability to move. You can protect yourself from it with defenses invisible to the eye. It can hit you like a disease, cover you like a shadow, embrace you like a demon.


None of us are immune to it, none of us strangers to it. Some of us break from it, some of us are stronger for it. All of us do everything we can to protect ourselves from it. It has a way of making us feel alone, because even though we know we are not the only ones to face adversity, we are a world unto ourselves and no one else sees the world quite the way we do.


Shutting down to protect yourself may protect your heart, but what is life if you have no one to share it with? The moments I remember most are the moments I spent with others. Opening up your heart leaves you vulnerable to pain. If you never open your heart though, you'll never find joy either.


You never really can fix a heart, once they're broken they're never the same. The jagged edges can scrape your insides raw. It's kind of like my favorite old book though, or my worn, ripped up jeans - just because they're used doesn't mean they're not good anymore."



-Will you Dance with Me?, Life Unexpected

February 2, 2012

For you

My current theme song..

"..and I still can remember how you touched me so tender, it showed me you care."

Gosh I miss you.

Hello Spark.. Again!

 

Can I explain briefly what spark means to me?

It's like talking to someone and your nerves are shaking. It's like feeling goosebumps all over your body just thinking of that someone. It's when your hands are sweaty and your body suddenly feel cold.

When was the last time I felt that spark?

How about..

..everyday.