controversy sa AY-CORE

Everyday at work before logging on to our systems, we would always have these 10 minute huddles with our AVP, Deeana. Each day that we have these 'meetings', she would also say the same darn thing but this time, it was different.

Today, Deeana shared something to all of us. She received a text from an anonymous sender threatening her and the company because of money issues. The anonymous texter stated that we are not getting paid justly and that there was already a law mandated that there will be a salary increase (with call center companies I guess). This topic has become a very big controversial issue with the site. LEO (whom I can't remember what position he is in the company) was the one who read the text to everyone. The exact words of the text message did not stick to my memory but if my memory serves me right, I think I remembered some key words from it. The text goes something like..

There is a law that there is a salary increase..
If you do not comply with this, we will report to DOLE (?)...
I'm going to start a signature campaign..
Please pay us justly..

I think ganyan yung message nung text.

So Leo starts talking about this issue with us agents on the floor stating that this increase is just for the people with minimum waged salaries. That we are above and beyond the minimum wage so we don't even have the right to lash out in rebellion about this. As much as I love sarcasm, I didn't appreciate his.

Okay. So setting this particular concern aside, there was already news before around February that all call center agents would have P3,000 increase with their salaries and this labor code was signed by the President. Other rival companies already have this increase but what about us? I know we nor I have proof of this but when I do get some information, I would be glad to strut my skinny ass self into Deeana's office and hand that information to her. But until that day comes, I just have to sit back and wait. Actually, I really don't care anymore. I'm leaving the freakin company anyways. It's just that it is so unfair if this is true and we don't get any benefit from it that's all. Oh well, bahala nalang ulit si Batman.

I would really like to know who texted Deeana. Nacucurious talaga ako dahil ang lakas ng loob nyang mag text-threat. I would also want to thank him for pissing Leo. Natutuwa lang ako yun lang.

APO nanaman bukas!! Ü

Eraserheads together again?

OK. Shet. I can't believe this news. Eraserheads is going to have a reunion concert end of August. WTF. This is historical. I can't even fathom the idea of one of the greatest bands who split up light years ago to come up with this radical thought of performing together again. I'm basically speechless and wordless of the moment.

Read the article right HERE.

Well there you go. I think a lot people would love to want to go their concert. I know I would. The only question now is HOW?!? Oh well, bahala na si Batman. ^_^

weekend over

Haay.. another weekend over. Ambilis. It's like I never had a day off.
What I did over the weekend:

1. Slept all Sunday
2. Watched Prozac Nation, Connie and Carla and Dorian Blues all in one sitting
3. Went back to school to check up on my Singapore practicum
4. Had my first roll of Fisheye photos developed
5. Bought a couple of necklaces worth ten bucks each
6. Ate all you can at Northern Brew
7. Hung out with Arence from 2pm-3am
   
8. Had strawberry ice cream while surfing the internet and watching the National Geographic

Denzyo's

Second day of work palang but I feel like it's the last day already. How I wish.

I just got home from work. After the shift, we went over to Denzyo's, this inuman place located in Diamond, a subdivision in Balibago known for having the most alcoholic establishments in town and for uncontrollable trouble. Gema, Vhince, Dawg, Ryan and I went there to chill out and relax since the weather was nice and basically and mainly I was after the ISAW.

The weather has been very helpful, not just for me, but for a lot of people especially with call center agents. It's easier to rest now and sleeping is a piece of cake unlike before. I have my disadvantages with the weather too, like it gets really cold sometimes that my back hurts and that my jeans always get wet because they are too long. I don't mind bringing an umbrella to work, I actually like bringing the longer normal ones than the small ones as they tend to get blown sometimes by the strong winds.

It's already 9am and I've been awake for more than 12 hours already. 3 more shifts to go and I can't wait for the week to be over with. Ciao for now!

another week has ended

Time flies when you're having fun.

So, I was able to tell Arence about my "theory" of hyperthyroidism. He told me that it can be possible but he thinks that I don't have it. Well good if I don't because I would not want to be drinking medication for this disease.

In other news, as usual, I slept the whole Sunday. It has become my weekly routine to sleep all day after my last shift. I don't have the time to go to mass na sometimes because of exhaustion. I hate the fact that I spend my Sunday sleeping. My day offs seem like a day instead of two. But nevertheless, I get to compensate my Sundays on Mondays.

I was supposed to go to my dentist yesterday, but due to the fact that I had no money to pay her yet, I skipped my appointment and decided that I'll just go today. I mean what can one day do right? And besides, I wasn't in the mood to sit in the dental chair yet. The last appointment, my dentist accidentally burned my inner lip with a heated tool and I had my mouth wide open for half an hour. It wasn't nice to tell you frankly. The burn should cost me at least P300 deducted from my total bill for a consolation.

After lunch, I met up with Arence and we had frozen yogurt at this new franchise outside their subdivision. We had the idea of having a body massage and of playing Bingo but because we were low on funds we figured that we could just do it another time and hangout for the rest of the day which we did. We hung-out in his room and watched Simpsons, then helped him later in the afternoon to pay some bills. Tried this new ramen noodle place near Bale Herencia and then had another frozen dessert afterwards. Mmmm FIC. And after resting at their place for a couple of hours, we went to my place and hung-out some more. We watched the SBC packers and Maritess VS. the Superfriends on Youtube with my siblings and ate some more noodles.

It's funny that time flies fast sometimes. Just when you are having fun, time runs out. A day isn't enough for me. 24hours isn't enough. If only a day had 48 hours, but that would be asking too much and down right ridiculous.

I'm off to another week of taking calls and I'm already wishing that it was the weekend. I'm officially a regular agent at IQOR meaning I have the benefit of having vacation leaves already. One day I will take advantage of those paid-free days of work, but for the meantime, I will just continue taking calls.

Payday today and I'm excited. No more moolah-less days ^_^

I'M NEUROTIC

While taking a call earlier at work, Gema was whining about how her back was aching. Like me, she too has a case of scoliosis but very much minimal to what I have going on with my spine. I too was having a hard time with my back, particularly my lower back at the moment. Then she mentioned that I might have hyperthyroidism because she noticed that I get cold easily. Then it got me thinking... she might be right.

Right after work, I went home eager to search the internet for this so called "disease" and found out a lot of shocking information. I think I DO have HYPERTHYROIDISM! Here is what I found out:

Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which an overactive thyroid gland is producing an excessive amount of thyroid hormones that circulate in the blood. ("Hyper" means "over" in Greek). Thyrotoxicosis is a toxic condition that is caused by an excess of thyroid hormones from any cause. Thyrotoxicosis can be caused by an excessive intake of thyroid hormone or by overproduction of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland.

What are the symptoms of hyperthyroidism?

Hyperthyroidism is suggested by several signs and symptoms; however, patients with mild disease usually experience no symptoms. In patients older than 70 years, the typical signs and symptoms also may be absent. In general, the symptoms become more obvious as the degree of hyperthyroidism increases. The symptoms usually are related to an increase in the metabolic rate of the body. Common symptoms include:

• Excessive sweating
• Heat intolerance (check)
• Increased bowel movements
• Tremor (usually fine shaking) (check)
• Nervousness; agitation (check)
• Rapid heart rate (double check)
• Weight loss (double check)
  
• Fatigue (check)
• Decreased concentration (check)
• Irregular and scant menstrual flow (omg check!!)
• Multiple sclerosis (huhuhu)
  

In older patients, irregular heart rhythms and heart failure can occur. In its most severe form, untreated hyperthyroidism may result in "thyroid storm," a condition involving high blood pressure, fever, and heart failure. Mental changes, such as confusion and delirium, also may occur.

What causes multiple sclerosis?

The cause of multiple sclerosis is still unknown. In the last 20 years, researchers have focused on disorders of the immune system and genetics for explanations. The immune system is the body's defender and is highly organized and regulated. If triggered by an aggressor or foreign object, the immune system mounts a defensive action which identifies and attacks the invader and then withdraws. This process depends upon rapid communication among the immune cells and the production of cells that can destroy the intruder. In multiple sclerosis, researchers suspect that a foreign agent such as a virus alters the immune system so that the immune system perceives myelin as an intruder and attacks it. The attack by the immune system on the tissues that it is supposed to protect is called autoimmunity, and multiple sclerosis is believed to be a disease of autoimmunity. While some of the myelin may be repaired after the assault, some of the myelin disappears and nerves are stripped of this covering (become demyelinated). Scarring also occurs, and material is deposited into the scars and forms plaques.

Is multiple sclerosis inherited?

Although its role is unclear, genetics may play a role in multiple sclerosis. European gypsies, Eskimos and African Bantu essentially do not develop multiple sclerosis, while Native Indians of North and South America, Japanese and other Asian groups have a low incidence. The general population has less than a one-percent chance of ever contracting multiple sclerosis. The chance increases in families where a first-degree relative has the disease. Thus, a brother, sister, parent, or child of a person with multiple sclerosis stands a one-percent to three percent chance of developing multiple sclerosis. Similarly, an identical twin runs a nearly 30% chance of acquiring multiple sclerosis whereas a non-identical twin has only a 4% chance if the other twin has the disease. These statistics suggest that genetic factors play a major role in multiple sclerosis. However, other data suggest that environmental factors also play an important role.

What are the symptoms of multiple sclerosis?

Symptoms of multiple sclerosis may be single or multiple and may range from mild to severe in intensity and short to long in duration. Complete or partial remission from symptoms occurs early in about 70% of multiple sclerosis patients.

• Visual disturbances may be the first symptoms of multiple sclerosis, but they usually subside. A patient may notice blurred vision, red-green distortion (color desaturation), or sudden monocular blindness (blindness in one eye).
  
• Muscle weakness with or without difficulties with coordination and balance may occur early.
  
• Muscle spasms, fatigue, numbness, and prickling pain are common symptoms. (I have experience this)
  
• There may be a loss of sensation, speech impediment (typically a problem articulating words), tremors, or dizziness.

Fifty-percent of patients experience mental changes such as:

• decreased concentration, (soobbraaa)
  
• attention deficits, (sometimes yes)
  
• some degree of memory loss, (omg yeeeess)
  
• inability to perform sequential tasks, or
  
• impairment in judgment.

Other symptoms may include

• depression
  
• manic depression,
  
• paranoia, or
  
• an uncontrollable urge to laugh and weep. (shet ganito ata ako..)
  

OMG. I got the articles from a site and there are tests and treatments for this. I can have my blood tested but I think that it's not necessary since I've acquired %90 of the symptoms and I hate blood tests basically. I haven't told Arence about this yet but maybe he would agree that I have hyperthyroidism. He IS a nurse anyway. I just always thought that I had a very fast metabolism that's all. Not some neurological thing.

Well, I have to sleep now. Later!

two easy words

I have this teammate at work. We're not really close but there are times that she tries to strike a conversation with me. Sometimes she would just say hi, or ask something like what time our next break is or what the ulam is at the pantry. This particular person does not like me at all and I don't fancy her either.

This person always whines about work, absents herself at times and sleeps on the job. I know that I'm in no position to say things like this but this is my blog so I think I have some right to rant. Her personality is unpredictable; one minutes she's "friendly" and then the next she's a snob (which I think she is most of the time). I can pretty much tolerate people like her but she is really getting on my nerve.

Before, I used to always bring a small bottle of alcohol to sanitize my station because people who use them afterwards leave them dirty for reasons I have no idea of and basically because I'm a bit obsessive compulsive. She took advantage of this little bottle and used it as much as she could; after smoking, when she just feels like sanitizing her hand and to clean her station as well. It's okay if she asks' for some, I really don't mind (I'm not that selfish anyway). But the worst thing besides taking advantage of my ethanol, she does not know how to say THANK YOU.

She does this everytime and it sickens me to know that in her status in life, she can't even afford to buy a tiny bottle of alcohol and to be polite for that matter. I really don't know how she has this characteristic but who can blame her. I really don't want to sound mean but she is crossing the line. It was bad enough that she was all snooty on me when we first got to the floor, ranting about and telling me that I can't sit on this place because apparently she saved all the seats for her buddies, but she basically lacks gratitude toward people and simple gestures. I just find it really offending when you do someone a favor and they don't acknowledge what you've done.

Well, I just hope that she comes to her senses and realizes that her personality isn't very appealing and hopefully tries to do something (better) about it.

a short note

Today, I went to my dentist.

Then I met up with Arence and stayed at their place til 11.

That is all for now. :)

one happy ending

Today, I was supposed to meet my dentist to have my root canal checked, but unfortunately she left the clinic sooner that I expected. With almost 4 hours to spare, I decided that the only thing that I could possibly do is to go to SM and wait for the time before I get off to work. Coincidentally, Arence wasn't doing anything at that time and mentioned that he was going to buy some groceries so we talked about meeting up which was great. So off I went to SM to wander around while I waited for him.

I got there and I thought of going on the internet since it has been more than a week since I checked my email etc. The open net shop located in the Cyberzone area was my target since it's the only internet place I know there except this one shop wherein they only have 6 PCs and an hour costs P50.

I entered the vicinity looking for a vacant spot but every chair was occupied with either female chatters with their online buddies' webcams all exposed and kids and/or adults playing online games such as DOTA and Counterstrike. There was a couch were people waited and so I sat and I waited. I thought the waiting part was bad but what happened next was worse.

After a while, the attendant told me that there was a vacant seat already. The excitement was uncontrollable since I was so giddy knowing that I will have the chance to check my mail, Multiply and if some jerk has once again added my Friendster account in his profile. But as soon as I was opening the site to all of these, my giddiness and excitement died. It was the internet connection from hell. Basically I sat there for 30 minutes staring at the loading icon from the tabs. I asked if the attendant could cancel but she told me she can't since I told her that I would be staying for 30 minutes. No apologies or even empathy. I sat there whining to myself and cursing silently (bec there was kid sitting near me) for the lack of service and for the absolutely bad internet connection the place had. Basically. I spent money for nothing and it SUCKED. The incident was a nerve-wreck and left me furious after that half an hour crap for nothing.

But luckily, that didn't ruin my day. Eventually when Arence came, he started to calm my nerves. It was a good thing that we met up or else I don't know what would have become of me that moment.

As usual, we toured around the mall thinking of someplace we could hangout but we failed (not because we are failures like that, but because basically, there are no good places to go in SM Clark for that matter). An hour passed by and we went to the hypermarket to do some groceries. Then afterwards, we had one of the most delicious meals ever which included one whole roasted chicken from the Hypermart, Coke and 2 cup fulls of rice eaten at the food court.

MORAL:
There will always come a time where you'll experience something unpleasant, but in the end, something good will always come out of it. :) Oh and I got a donut too in the end! Thanks hon2! ^_^

random entry #257!$%$#

This is going to one very random entry.

Right after work, Princess, Cecil and I went out to have breakfast. Tried one of the newest addition to the cafe industry here in the city and we loved it. It's rare to see a food establishment with good service and I'm giving Coffee Academy 5 pogi star points for having great service and yummy food.

Got home and found my brother up already. Since I was running out of time, I headed to our pantry closet and got all the needed ingredients and utensils for baking. One of the HR persons got addicted to my OREO BROWNIES the other time and requested that I baked a batch. After getting some rest for 5 hours, woke up and took a bath as quickly as I could because of my dental appointment.

Got to the dentist and was completely hesitant for the first time in my life to sit on the chair. The root canal that my dentist informed me of last week has been bothering me a lot. Mainly because I would be getting anesthesia; meaning an injection. And I am shitty scared of needles (which is the most ironic thing about me considering I love piercings and tattoos). But as she went on with the procedure, the injection wasn't that bad. My dentist knew about this fear of mine and told me that while she was inserting the needle into my gums, I was giving her a sharp look which was funny. The root canal was a success but I need to drink antibiotics and have another xray. Will be going back to see her in 2 days. Hope all goes well.

Over the weekend, Arence and I had another one our fun trips to Manila. For one whole day, we got to visit Fort Santiago, UST and Rockwell. Rockwell was the main goal of the trip but because we came to Manila a tad bit earlier for malls to open, we thought why not visit old manila and Fort Santiago while waiting? And we did.

We took a lot of photos and scared each other in the dungeons. Also witnessed something historical in a church (which I really have no clue what church it was because I'm clueless like that sometimes). It was the centennial celebration of one of the disciples (Peter of Paul, see what I was saying?). Then went to this building with a photo exhibit. And my sago spilled inside my bag. haha

I feel awful with how I write my entries now. Before they were.. basta. I missed how I used to blog. I think my journalism capabilities are slowly deteriorating. But anyhow, who reads my blog anyways? lolz

Oh, and I did get the Fish EYE. I love Teammanila. Cresan was funny and one of the best store attendants I've ever come across. And impulsively bought a pair of boots last payday. They are so halatang fake leather and it kills me that I didn't examine them properly. OH well!

And I am also grossed out with my haircut. I want a new one.

Photos of the day will be posted in my MULTIPLY. Watch out for that. :) Okay bye for now, gotta go to work!

guitar hero

OK. I want this.

And this is just adorable. I like Archie's better. ^_^

a week of starvation

Hopefully not. I just spent some of my savings tonight on pizza at Yellow Cab with Arence just because it felt right. The sacrifices I (we) do for food AND! gluttony. (laughs)

SO! I finally was able to go to my dentist today. And yes, I just gave away P1,900 to her and it hurt like hell! Oh, and I also had to add another P300 for an x-ray. I don't know what hurt more, if it was the pasta she did on me or the money. But what'll really hurt is the root canal and the cost of it that I'll be having next week. Poor dad. I guess Ima have to work double to earn and save at the same time. What a cruel cruel reality.

In other giddy news, I might (yes, MIGHT ) get this a week from now:

I'm really hoping that I can get my hands on this as soon as possible.
FISHEYE LUURRV MEN. O_0

Edit: Bumilis na internet namin ansaya! Care of dad, we have new and bigger drives. Halavit! :)

waiting for 6 am

Why? Because that's when McDonald's in DAU opens that's why! (sinister laugh)

Okay enough of that.

Cecil and I are officially addicted to having breakfasts after work. ^_^

While waiting for opening time, we decide to waste our time at an internet shop nearby. Pretty cool place. Smells good too. The smell of coffee beans roasting in the morning is always a good thing and with refreshing sounds (which remind me of Manila) can't get any better than this. Wished that all mornings were like this.

I can't believe that it's my last shift later. I have until 9 to do whatever before going to work today. Although I hate that little fact of getting less sleep and waking up to realize that I have to meet my dentist. Ugggh. AYOKO IBIGAY MOOLAH KO SA KANYA!! Kaso no choice ako.. (sadness)

Anywho, at least I'll be getting my McDonald's breakfast delight in a short while. I love Mickey D! :D

just a quick update

I find it really hard finding time to go on the internet these days. With work and all the other crappy stuff, I'm practically finding it hard to do almost anything nowadays.

It's been a pretty long week for me and so much has happened since I last left a post in here. It's a shame that my blog's being treated this way unlike when I had my old channel in LJ, I used to write in it at least thrice in a week. Maybe time's changing and my priorities right now are different.

So far this month, I've gone through a couple of new things and new emotions that I've never thought of having and experiencing. Some good and some bad basically. Had a good weekend, a birthday here, an argument there, watched a movie, eat all you can and a foot spa in the end. So far, JUNE is being good to me.

In other news (meaning work), team NOEL decided to have a little fun last night by wearing corporate outfits to work. It's always nice to see something new and fresh from the group. Not everyone wore the said attire but those who did really looked good. I was surprised especially with Vince who wore this really cute long sleeved polo. I on the other hand wore something Japan-ish looking which TL and Donald really adored (as I've been told). White polo, black necktie, slacks and my PONY mid-cuts. Everybody liked the way I wore it which made me really giddy especially when Donald told me looked like one of those typical Japanese school girls minus the plaid skirt (which I am planning to wear someday if my guts are brave enough to do so). Took some photos here and there but not a lot of decent ones. I just wished that I could always wear what I wore last night to work everyday of the week. Then I'd be REALLY happy.

2 more shifts to go and I'm off to another weekend. Hopefully this time, I'd get to spend time with my family. AWAKE that is. Cuz the last Sunday I had with my family was in the room while I slept from 9am til 11pm. Now that's what I call a hibernation man ^_^

driving myself crazy

Something is driving me nuts.

And I don't know what to do.

SERIOUSLY. I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO FUCKIN DO.

Then I found out that our other PC got infected with a virus. Some of my files and photos are in there. !@#$!!.

GAHD HELP ME AND HAVE MERCY ON MY SOUL.

team building and a fuckin hangover

I came home the other night with a bad case of one of the best and worst hangovers I've had so far. Wait, that sounds confusing? Anywho, drinking was never my thing although I admit, I drank a lot of beer when I was in college but I never really enjoyed it. Basically I did it out of peer pressure and to look COOL. Well not to look cool really. I did it because I didn't want to seem like a killjoy everytime we went out. Hiyep, it was a stereotype thing to be and do at the time.

But every once in a while, there are always those occasions that tend to draw me into gulping down a bottle of beer and savoring the malty goodness of the alcoholic beverage running through my system. Ai dunno, sometimes I crave for beer or a nice shot of tequila especially if the timing and mood is right. And the team building we had over the weekend was the perfect time to get wasted. It was an overwhelming experience at first but the repercussions were terrible! haha

So last Sunday, team Baldado had the opportunity to have one last fling before the summer officially ended. We decided to have another team building, in which I was lucky enough to go to this time although I wasn't allowed to stay overnight. But hey, I was grateful already just to have been permitted to go.

It was a great thing that we had this team building again. I know we see each other everyday and some are just probably sick of it but it still is a different feeling when you're out together doing something out of the ordinary, meaning WORK. It was nice too that one of our newest members was able to catch up even though he came around 9pm already soaking wet in the rain because he rode the bike with TL and Donald when they met up with him. It was raining from 4 til night but that didn't stop us from having a blast and grilling the Max's chicken and the fish.

We cranked up the videoke and sang like we were Mariah Carey or Chaka Kan. Benji, who isn't actually part of the team but was a friend of everyone, came along and he was so good with performing with the mike and singing like a pro had everybody laughing in amazement when he sang Ice Ice Baby and Through the Fire with a lady's voice! It was fuckin HILARIOUS man! I and everyone else couldn't contain our laughter and it got so bad that we all had sore cheeks and jaws!

It was finally time for me to swim and the water was the best. It was not cold like other pools in some resorts. The water was very warm and it was so relaxing, I just wish I could've stayed longer. I think it has been almost 2 years since I last stepped into a pool, I can't wait to hit the beach as well (kung mangyayare pa yun this year). For some reason, even if I'm terrified of swimming in the ocean, being near it gives me great comfort.

Oh and by the way, I taught TL how to float, apparently he knows how to already. He is such a... haha

It was really exhausting but all in all, I had a blast hanging out with my teammates. Pictures you can view over at my MULTIPLY sight. :)

3 celebrations and 1 year older

Numbers are just numbers. Age doesn't matter ika nga. But as the days, the months and the years pass by, you'll slowly realize that you are really 13 going on 30.

It's nice to know that I'm still alive after 21 years of living in this bizarre and crazy paradise called earth. I've stepped into the age where responsibilities really kick in and into the age wherein your folks bug you about getting a job or getting married and all that shit. But unfortunately, I haven't graduated yet but I'm happy to say that I' currently in a stable job so far.

It's funny how I tend to forget that the second digit of my age changes every year. There was a time when I last year when I was filling up a form of some sort, and instead of writing 20 on the blank line after the word "AGE", I actually wrote 18. Utterly silly don't you think?

People think that when you get older, it's not fun anymore when actually the fun is just getting started. I am having so much fun right now that I had before. I'm not saying that I didn't enjoy my years before but because I'm all grown up and actually know the meaning of the word RESPONSIBILITY, it's given me a new perspective on life. Getting older isn't so bad, it just depends on the person on how he or she sees it. And I see it as a lot more opportunities and adventures yet to come.

So last Wednesday, I officially turned 21. It wasn't the most exciting of all experiences but it wasn't the dullest one either. I had fun celebrating my birthday last Saturday with my relatives. Along with my lola, uncle, cousin and mom, we all blew out our birthday candles with three of the cakes my mom made for all the birthday celebrants this merry month of May. Then last Wednesday, the family and I had an early dinner at Flavors of China before I went to work. It was a rush birthday for me really but fun nonetheless. Dad was sweet enough to purchase a lipgloss for me over at Elianto. Then yesterda, I treated everyone to pizza and ice cream. YUM!

I still feel that when someone asks me about my age, I would unconsciously still blurt out "20". Hopefully not because I really wouldn't want to mislead anyone about my age because I am proud of how old (or young) I am. It's just funny that I get older every year but people still look at me like I'm some kind of 16 year old kid (physically I mean) and it's really annoying. I want to look my age man! lolz Anyway, it's been a long, busy week and I haven't really gotten the time to unwind and relax. I can't wait to get regularized at work so I can get work leaves already. ^_^


Photos of my birthday are available at my MULTIPLY site. :)

RANTry

My old blog was usually filled with rants and not so good things about my life. And when I decided to create another one just for the heck of it, I promised myself that I would only post things that include the feeling of being happy and moments that I would want to look back on years from now. But I thought to myself, leaving real emotions aside and not sharing them in my blog would just sound all weird together if every entry would be a "nice" one.

So today, I wasn't feeling really well. Emotionally that is. The whole day I was very bitchy and indifferent. I think I'm just having one of those days I guess. And to let out my frustrations, I am going to rant. Please bear with me on this one, I loved doing this in my old blog. I kinda missed it and this is the only outlet that I can shout them out without anybody getting hurt.

Here goes.

THINGS I HATE..

In the cinema:
1. People who answer calls while the movie is rolling (bat di kaya nila isilent phone nila in first the place? if the call is that important, tatawag din ulit yung caller and you can do that when the movie is over. Or better yet, answer your gaddam phone outside)
2. Movie goers who text throughout the entire duration of the movie (nanuod ka pa ng sine noh? tas yung ringtone mo anlakaslakas as if you own the theatre)
3. Parents who scold their children and kids who are really noisy (next time, if you know magiingay anak mo sa sinehan, leave them at home. PLEASE LANG.)
4. Lovers who take advantage of the dark place (like hello??! get a room people! never heard of a MOTEL?? dami nun sa Balibago)
5. People who side comment. (you guys are not helping. REALLY.)
6. Gays who can't keep their excitement and mouth shut. (They're just too damn noisy especially kapag may gwapong lead actor, nagwawala mga lola nyo)
7. Cinemas that stink.

About living in AC:
1. It's so boring here (I think I've been to every nook in the city and honestly, I'm really not amused anymore)
2. People don't really mind their business. (they just don't.)
3. People here tend to be "bana" (example nalang ako. I know I have this metal around my body, but please, a glance is all that is needed. Not a 3o sec stare, head to toe look and a side comment)
4. SM CLARK is such a drag. (I love malls, but SM Clark is draggy already)
5. There are no good restaurants to eat at anymore. (been there and done that to every fastfood, streetfood, cafe, restaurant in town and it's just annoying to have minimal choices)
6. It stresses the hell out of me.
7. There are no hangout places to go to. (except the occasional coffee shops here and there)
8. SAX and BULK LINE are so 5 years ago.
9. The music scene here.. NO COMMENT.

ALSO!
*I hate how I have to deal with my new retainers and that I have to wear them for 6 months. Right now I'm having the hardest time talking. How am I supposed to work when every word I utter has an S attached to it.
..
AND

* I'm again frustrated about my hair because it is growing out really ugly. I love how it is still straight and all, but the cut is bugging the hell out of me. I need a new do, maybe with bangs so I can hide my humongous forehead. But I am shitty scared to get a haircut in this place.

It's a lot no? This is a load off my back by writing this entry. If only I had some alternative outlet where I can let these frustrations out without the whole entire world knowing, that would be much better.

But on a lighter and happier note.. Von, my classmate in college saw me walk by Michelle's in SM this afternoon and ran out to greet me a happy birthday. We aren't that close yet he managed to remember my birthday and putting a smile on my frowny face today. So that's one fixer upper that I really needed.


2 more days til my birthday.. I wish I get a Red Ribbon or Goldilocks cake. haha

surprise party and a taho incident

Hi everyone! Did you miss me? I'm guessing not really. haha

It's another beautiful Sunday morning. 3 hours of sleep yet I feel so energetic and so alive. I wish I'd feel this way everyday of the week. Yesterday was awesome, let me tell you why.

So a week ago, my uncle and my mom planned this surprise party specifically for my lola because it was her birthday on the 9th. But what happened to be just one celebration for my grandma conspired to become one whole bash for all the MAY celebrants last night! It was a surprise alright. I had such a hard time to deciding if I would still show up for work but I really couldn't resist. I had a cake with my name on it (well, along with my mom's and cousin's name). It was really tempting because we don't have celebrations like this often. So I called my still sleeping supervisor and informed him I wouldn't be coming in for work. I think he got pissed because I woke him up, but it was time he woke up anyway. My supervisor, we have this love-hate relationship at work> He's just crazy lolz

As usual, everyone was there. Just sad a bit because my other gal cousins weren't around. I was practically the only female cousin last night. But nevertheless, that didn't stop me from enjoying the rest of the evening. When lola arrived from church along with Tita Rowh and Tito Lito, we all began to gather around and greet her and started to light the cakes. We had 3 cakes with all the celebrants' names on them. It was fun blowing the candles out all at the same time. At the end of the night tho, I never had a slice of cake. ahe

Took a lot of photos last night but not really good ones (or so I think). I wasn't able to get decent group shots of the family because everyone was eating when I was taking photos and when they were done, I forgot all about it. I hungout in Mike's room with the rest of my brothers and guy cousins. Talked about Jeff Dunham and Achmed and watched a very funny vid of Ken (from L'arc~en~ciel) falling down on stage while performing with his band. I really didn't socialized that much that night because I just honestly wanted to relax and not tire myself. But I got tired eventually due to laughing out loud and eating a lot of food.

Speaking of food, we had the most extravagant menu last night. We had the largest tuna belly, chicken teriyaki, romaine salad, some pork bbq, fish fillet, some kind of beef dish and carrot bars for dessert. Oh it was heavenly alright. Too bad that I wasn't able to get another plateful. I had a lot of mangoes tho. MANGGOOOES! Yes, I love mangoes. ^_^

The other night on our way home from work, there was this jerk who almost bumped me over with his car. The bastard wasn't looking when we was trying to backup his car. And he didn't even have his light on that's why my co-workers and I didn't bother staying away from the vehicle that was parked along the sideway. I was a couple of centimeters away from having my hip injured but thank goodness for my reflexes I was able to make iwas agad. I was holding a cup of taho when it happened and I almost wanted to throw it at him but I thought to myself "Sayang, my laman pa. Tignan ko nalang ng masama". Kaso I really had this urge to throw it at the guy. My friends were telling me that I should've thrown it, so when the guy finally got to the road, I threw it. Then he stopped and I said "Oops, sorry ha!" Then I did a peace sign pacutely and smiled. hahahahahaha That was a lot of fun. I thought he was going to get out his car when he stopped and stared at us but he didn't. I wish he did, I wanted to punch him! I really wanted to throw it inside the car but that was too mean for me. The look on his face after throwing the cup of taho was priceless.

DOMO!

metal free smile

After 2 years of having to deal with food getting stuck between rows of metal, I finally said goodbye to my braces. Yes, this is one step closer to a metal free body.

When my dentist texted last week informing me that I'll be getting my braces off, I didn't know what to feel. I wasn't really excited but actually tense and hesitant. I wanted them off for the longest time already, but now that I have them off, it feels like something's missing. I know I know, normal lang yan, but I like how I look with braces. The feeling of having metal in my mouth is so dorky which I love. But nothing is more dorky than a set of retainers. Now that's what I would call the ultimate dork accessory. lolz

Anyway, I'm still trying to adjust. I really haven't looked in the mirror that often and check out my teeth. I dunno, I feel weird smiling now and even if they look straighter, it's as if I don't want them that way. WEIRD. But I'm glad they're off. I miss grinning without parts of my braces showing ^_^

On another note, I just had the most fun weekend ever. Right after work last Sunday, I went straight to Manila to meet up with Arence. Since he wasn't going home that weekend, I decided to pay him a visit and the great city as well. I just luuuurv being in MANILA.

I arrived at McDo Lacson around 6:00 in the morning. As I expected, Arence fell asleep again that's why he wasn't at the meeting place when I got there. Luckily, Earlzon was still up at that time so he was sweet enough to meet me at McDo. After he took me to the apartment, Arence and I tried our best to get back to sleep because we had a long day ahead of us. But because we were too excited to see each other we couldn't. And not to mention the frikin heat that made it difficult for us to get some shut eye.

Getting 2 hours of rest wasn't ideal but what the heck, I was not the one to complain that day. Upon waking up, Arence, Jon and I went to look for a good place to eat. We finally ended up having pizza and pasta at a really cozy Italianish restaurant in the area. We had to extra large pizza's and a pasta. It was heavenly. Too bad that we weren't in time for the 2 plus 1 pizza promo tho.

After lunch, Arence and I then headed to Trinoma to watch the ultimate flick of the summer (well for him that is) -IRONMAN. Yep, his obsession, addiction WHATEVER! haha finally was in theaters. And may I just say that the movie was phenomenal. I could've never expected it to turn out that way. Next to the Transformers movie, this is one of the best I've seen so far. Everyone should watch this movie, you'll love it. I especially loved Robert Downey Jr. There is no other actor in this world who could've played the part more perfect than he. I adore the sarcasm. It suited him really well. ^_^ Oh, and you have to stay after the credits if you're planning on watching it. Just a little extra right there.

After the movie, we strolled around the mall, like the mall rats that we are. We were supposed to have dinner at Mr. Kebab but because we were still really full from the pizza lunch that we had, we opted to have some coffee instead. It took us more than 30minutes to get to a coffee place. DAMN that first floor Starbucks that we couldn't find! haha We went to the Coffee Bean instead. It wasn't bad. Their coffee tasted good but we still longed for that Starbucks flare we were craving for in the first place.

Went home after the coffee and met up with Arianne, Earlzon and Jon at the apartment. Had a little midnight get together and some booze while watching Avatar. It was a treat to see them all again. I love his friends. My cup of tea they are. (Did I just do a Yoda right there?) It was funny to think that we just sat there that night watching cartoons lolz But it was a nice night to hangout with really good friends. I always loved their company. :)

SECOND DAY

Was supposed to wake up at 7am but because my phone's battery died on me, the alarm did not go off. Arence and I got up later that expected and were in a rush to meet up with Glenda in Katipunan. Luckily enough, we got there in one piece. I was so happy to see my best friend. I never get to see her as much as I want to (because of the fact that she is in Manila). Since college started, we only get to see each other 4 times more or less - my birthday, her birthday, Halloween and Christmas. She finally got her birthday gift from me and I am happy to say that she loved it. I think she even loved the paper bag that I drew on more than the gift itself ^_^ My kuya went to McDo as well and it seemed like a double date for the four of us. I'm glad my kuya knows how to socialize na hehe

We got Glenda a little late to her animation class but luckily when we got there, the class hasn't started yet. Or so I think. Then Arence and I decided to trek UP. Well we failed at that. haha It was too darn hot and we surrendered to the heat and headed to Gateway to get some cool air. We just love malls if you haven't noticed. We wanted to eat but we couldn't decide where, so we left and ate at a Japenese-ish restaurant near UST.

That evening, we met up with Mike and girlfriend SAM at gateway to have dinner. I know, my day couldn't have gotten more hectic right? I was supposed to treat the both of them but Mike refused. Arence and I had World of Chicken (OMG.. drool) and they had Wendy's. It was nice that we all got to hangout that night because I don't get to spend much time with Mike and don't often see Sam as well. And it was a rare occasion too because this was the first time Arence really met Sam. After dinner, they all took me to the bus station. And that was the end of my 2-day Manila experience.

Times like those really make me happy. Even though it was exhausting as hell, I wouldn't have traded it for anything else in the world. Being able to spend time with people I love is a treasure and is always a treat. Whether we have a nice meal together, or just hangout and talk about anything. I felt sad leaving Manila that night because I wanted to stay a bit longer. If only it was possible I would. But there will always be next time and I am looking forward for my next trip already.

Anyway, you can check out my MULTIPLY sight for the photos. I think I have 3 separate albums. ENJOY! :)