Fearful Exploits of a Spoiled Brat

GoodBye!

2006-08-16T12:09:00.000+08:00

That's it, this blog is closed. To those who will actually miss me (like Kris, I SO LOVE YOU!), you'll find me if I want you to. Mwah! It was good while it lasted!

footnotes...

Your Musical Tastes Match: Dale Earnhardt Jr.

See his whole playlist here (iTunes required)

What Celebrity Matches Your Taste in Music?

Moving On

2006-08-15T20:17:00.000+08:00

I'm thinking about closing this blog...

footnotes...

Your Personality Is

Idealist (NF)

You are a passionate, caring, and unique person.
You are good at expressing yourself and sharing your ideals.

You are the most compassionate of all types and connect with others easily.
Your heart tends to rule you. You can't make decisions without considering feelings.

You seek out other empathetic people to befriend.
Truth and authenticity matters in your friendships.

In love, you give everything you have to relationships. You fall in love easily.

At work, you crave personal expression and meaning in your career.

With others, you communicate well. You can spend all night talking with someone.

As far as your looks go, you've likely taken the time to develop your own personal style.

On weekends, you like to be with others. Charity work is also a favorite pastime of yours.

The Three Question Personality Test

music of the moment:
greetings:

Alone On The Bus With My Thoughts

2006-08-08T23:19:00.000+08:00

Notes To Self
1. It’s not always about you.
2. Just think of it this way, this is karma kicking you in the ass.
3. The past is gone, let go.
4. There is a difference between “It was written for her” and “It was written ABOUT her”, in which case, you just choose to be optimistic.
5. It’s all just a matter of perception. If you choose to see things in a negative light, you lose.
6. He picked you.
7. He promised he’ll make things better, and you know he won’t let you down.
8. How can you complain when everything is perfect?
9. As far as you’re concerned, fate has proven that you fit perfectly.
10. He loves you more than you can ever comprehend, and you know that.

~*~

Egotistic Soundtripping With My Trusty iPOD Shuttle
(Don’t you just wish these lines were written for you?)

Something in the way she knows, and all I have to do is think of her. Something in the things she shows me. Don't want to leave her now, you know I believe her now.

***

May I never miss the thrill of being near you, and if it takes a couple of years to turn your tears to laughter, I will do what I feel to be right.

***

God only knows what I’d be without you.

***

Coz your love is still the only thing that matters in this world, the only thing I can believe.

***

Masdan mo ang mga mata, wala na ngang hahanapin pa. Kaya’t mahal huwag mainip,
pag-ibig ko’y di nagpipilit

***

Habang buhay kasama, pangako sa kanya. Ano mang makita, 'di pa rin susuko sa kanya.

footnotes...

Your Blogging Type is Confident and Insightful

You've got a ton of brain power, and you leverage it into brilliant blog.
Both creative and logical, you come up with amazing ideas and insights.
A total perfectionist, you find yourself revising and rewriting posts a lot of the time.
You blog for yourself - and you don't care how popular (or unpopular) your blog is!

What's Your Blogging Personality?

Dyan Nagsisimula Yan!

2006-07-31T21:49:00.000+08:00

I think you know that your relationship has truly gone to the "next level" once you start sharing things.

Take note, i said TRULY gone to the next level. In my opinion, there are times when you feel that you've gone that extra step forward only to realize that you haven't. There are even times when you're only trying to convince yourself that you're there. And milestones in a relationship are entirely different things from going to "The Next Level" (pum pum puuuum...). For instance a couple could have a child but not be in that next level as far as their commitment to each other is concerned. At the same time, it's possible that two people who have been married for 25 years have not reached that stage in their relationship. You may be wondering, "Ano ba yang next level na yan?" Honestly, I can't give a definite answer to that coz I believe it's different from relationship to relationship. In the simplest sense, I guess it's that feeling when you're sure that everything's gonna be ok, that no matter what, you will continue to fight for what you have built for yourselves, that your relationship is as important to your boyfriend/girlfriend as it is to you, and you will do anything and everything to protect that. For me, going to the next level is, as Bong puts it, when everything else is black and white.

I drifted... Going back to my original train of thought, I think that truly being able to share things is a good sign that you're "getting there". And by sharing stuff, I mean things that are of value to you. They don't have to be things that are monetarily valuable like cars or houses, just the little things you keep with you daily that you're completely anal about. And being anal about something is different from being particular about something, it's a hundred times worse, I think.

Bong and I are anal about the same thing, our individual CD collections. My one, very important rule is never keep an original CD out of it's case. Bong on the other hand has a CD holder for all his original CDs. He and I have both started collecting original OPM CDs, and we both like having our music around. I think it's pretty obvious how big a role music plays in both our lives. I have a point, and I promise I'm gonna get to it already.

Bong and I bought our first shared CD today, Sugarfree's Dramachine Special Edition. OK, I have no money so he paid for it, but it's technically our first CD. We're also starting to plan the merging of our CD collections, where to keep them, what to do with the discs that be both have copies of, etc, etc. This is kind of a big deal for us, so I thought I'd blog about it. Hehehe.

Today's actually been a really great day. Bong, Tristan and I had a great first sleepover at Merville last night and we all woke up happy. Plus I'm 75% sure that I'm graduating this term (that's a lot, considering my mentor, trust me!). Bong and I also saw 2 old friends today at ATC. Lovely.Ü

footnotes...

C+

You tend to notice the big things in life...
But the details aren't exactly your forte

How Observant Are You?

music of the moment: Sugarfree - Sinta

Please Get Out Of My Head!

2006-07-18T09:04:00.000+08:00

I hate her. She's stuck in my head and I want her to get out.

I hate her talaga.

The worst part about it is I lose because I hate her.

Grr...

Haha, I'm hormonal, I have my period, so forgive me, I just need to let this out.

Besides, i'ts my blog and I'll be a drama queen if I want to be one.

Michelle Pfiefer said it best in The Story Of Us...
"There are some hurts that you never completely get over. And you think that time will diminish their presence - and to a degree it does - but it still hurts. Because, well... hurt hurts."

On a happier note, check out my cute cute baby pictures!

footnotes...

You Are Internal - Believer - Empowered

You feel your life is controlled internally.
If you want something, you make it happen.
You don't wait around for things to go your way.
You value your independence and don't like others to have control.

You are a true believer in luck, fate, and karma.
You believe that life is a game of chance - not a game of skill.
You either consider yourself very unlucky or very lucky.
No matter what, you don't feel like you can change the hand you were dealt.

You have a good deal of power, but you also know the pecking order.
You realize that working the system does get you further.
You know who to defer to and who to control.
When it comes to the game of life, you play things flawlessly.

The Three Dimension Luck and Power Test

music of the moment: Cynthia Alexander - No Umbrella

Tech Support Please!

2006-07-01T13:59:00.000+08:00

My father is the king of freebies! Remember that free iPod Shuffle I told you guys about in one of my old posts? Well, it's mine now. Know why? Because Smart gave him an N91. Pag VIP ka nga naman...

Anyway, I need help. Kasi everytime I install iTunes in my computer, the darn thing won't shut down. I followed naman all the instructions every time. Eh my PC just keeps restarting whenever I try to shut down, then I keep getting that notice pa that my PC recovered from a serious error, blah, blah, blah... Someone help me please? It's starting to drive me nuts that I have to install then uninstall the iPod software whenever I want to change the songs in the Shuffle (which is rather often, konti lang naman kasi kasya eh...). My OS is Windows XP Home Edition. Help me naman, sige na please.

What else is new... Ah, tawa ako ng tawa this one time I was watching Game KNB with my mom...
KRIS: Tanong... Anong tawag sa lalaking bear? A. Papa B.Boar C.Bull
CONTESTANT: Papa?
Wala lang...

My little boy's 2 1/2 months old already, and already weighs 15lbs! He's my daily workout. Haha. Right now he's with my mommy being all cute. So there, I have free time to post. He recenty learned how to laugh. It's the most nakaka-aliw thing in the entire world! Imagine how I'll feel when he learns to say mommy.

I'm so happy I got to see Patman and my other fuzzy friends at Saguijo last Thursday! My first official gimmick in 3 months! My next is gonna be on July21 at 6Underground. I'm working on this bar tour with Station_01 and that's the night BPM's playing for the tour. Sarap ng raket na ito, I work from home lang. It's all too easy, booking bands and getting paid for it. Sana meron pang raket na ganito in the future.Ü

Notice my post is in Taglish? I'm too tired to worry about proper grammar and spelling in either English or Tagalog so I'm typing as I think. So now you guys know what my thoughts sound like. Haha.

Yun na muna. Someone help me with the iTunes ha?Ü

footnotes...

Your Band Name is:

The Gagging Twins

Band Name Generator

music of the moment: Pupil - Dianetic

Do I Look Like My Mommy Or My Daddy?

2006-05-25T13:03:00.000+08:00

Some people say he looks like me, others say he looks like Bong. I think he's hating-hati. One thing's for sure, he's the cutest baby I've ever seen.Ü

***

Meanwhile, I'm sooooo happy Taylor won American Idol. I like him a million times better than Katharine, though I was really hoping Chris or Elliot would win this year. Nakakatuwa yung finals, though it was really sad hearing Dionne Warwick's voice falter. And oooh, wasn't Prince just fabulous?! Oh well, one less show for me to watch.Ü

footnotes...

Cheese Pizza

Traditional and comforting.
You focus on living a quality life.
You're not easily impressed with novelty.
Yet, you easily impress others.

What's Your Pizza Personality?

Happy Mother's Day To Me!

2006-05-14T18:35:00.000+08:00

Just thought I'd post some photos.Ü

Our first family photo! Tristan was only two days old and very tiny.

Our month-old family. Check out my gusgusin mommy look. Haha.

Hi! I'm Tristan! This is me at 1 week old.

And this is me now!

Grrr I have so much rashes!

But I'm still pogi!

Happy Mother's Day to all you mommies out there!Ü

footnotes...

How You Are In Love

You fall in love quickly and easily. And very often.
You give and take equally in relationships.
You tend to get very attached when you're with someone. You want to see your love all the time.
You love your partner unconditionally and don't try to make them change.
You are fickle and tend to fall out of love easily. You bounce from romance to romance.

How Are You In Love?

My New Addiction

2006-04-16T17:18:00.000+08:00

Snuck off for a few minutes to post this... Photos first, kwento later...

Fresh out of my tummy!

4 days old (That's today!)

OK, back to being a mommy! Hehe.Ü

P.S. The best part about having your dad as your anesthesiologist is you feel no pain at all. I was home and up and about less than 24 hours after giving birth! Wheee!Ü

footnotes...

You Are a Mai Tai

You aren't a big drinker, but you'll drink if the atmosphere is festive.
And when you're drunk, watch out! You're easily carried away.

What Mixed Drink Are You?

music of the moment:
greetings:

See You Tomorrow, Baby Boy!

2006-04-10T13:37:00.000+08:00

My anesthesiologist and my ob-gyn (aka my dad and my tito) have decided that it will be best for Tristan and me if labor is induced tomorrow. It's not for any major, life-threatening reason, just that they want to be prepared for the delivery. Mas mahirap nga naman if they have to wait for my water to break then biglang magpapanic sila diba? Besides, no one wants to have to rush to the hospital on Good Friday. Hehehe. I can't even begin to imgine what it must feel like to have to operate on a relative, lalo na your own child. I'm sure my dad knows what's best for all of us, so tomorrow morning at 6am, we're heading off to the hospital (I'm not saying which hospital coz, as most of those who've asked already know, I don't want visitors, I want to rest PLEASE! Hehe. You can visit us at home after).

As of today, the nursery is done! My mom and Bong both did such good jobs setting the place up, while i sat on a chair and watched. I'll post pictures eventually. Haha.

All I have to do now is pack all our bags and rest.

Wish me luck you guys!

Kwento to follow!

Oh yah, Ive not been able to visit anyone's blog in a loooong time! Bawi ako, promise!

Oki, as of right now, I am officially on maternity leave!Ü

footnotes...

You Are 60% Weird

You're so weird, you think you're *totally* normal. Right?
But you wig out even the biggest of circus freaks!

How Weird Are You?

music of the moment: The Supremes - Baby Love
greetings:
Yogi: Hahaha... Crazy talaga ang utak mo minsan!Ü
Yayam: Thanks dear!Ü
Acey: Thanks! We'll need all the prayers we can get.Ü
Kris: Ako rin sobrang excited!! Wheee!! Baby!!Ü
Kathy: Hahaha... Isa pa tong excited!
Louise: Hehe... yung next entry ko will be about giving birth na talaga.Ü
Melai: Thanksie!! I can't wait to see my baby either! Hehe.Ü
Jingo: Magkaka brother ka na soon anak!!Ü

Mommyhood Awaits!

2006-04-04T19:26:00.000+08:00

8 days to go till my due date...

***

So I’m finally in the mood to blog again!

I never realized that babies needed so much stuff, after all, they’re such tiny creatures! Bong and I are really lucky coz we were able to get almost everything we need from the baby shower. Seriously, we recommend baby shower-ing to all expectant mommies and daddies out there! We’re so lucky to have such supportive friends and family too. Thanks so much to everyone who’s helped us out with this baby!

***

March was an extremely busy month, and the first week of April has been even busier. Our time has been spent mostly in getting the house ready for baby Tristan’s arrival. Hard to believe that I’m actually gonna be a mom in 8 days. I’m really, really nervous about it, to tell you the truth. I’ve never had to handle so much responsibility in my life. But more than anything, I’m really excited. Anyway…

My mom’s done a great job making our house baby-friendly. Over the pat month, we were all forced to part with the junk we’ve accumulated over the years. Believe me, there was a lot of junk! I’d post pictures of what our house looked like before the cleaning spree, but unfortunately I forgot to actually take “before” pictures. Besides, those who’ve been in my house, particularly in the bedrooms, can tell you that the place was so embarrassingly full of tambak that you’re better off not seeing any photos. Haha. My mom successfully cleaned out their bedroom, with a little help from my dad. She also worked on my sister’s side of our room, with a little help from my sister. Haha. Bong was actually the one who cleaned out my side of the bedroom. Honestly, I’m one messy person. I’m not sure if I’d actually be able to get my things as organized and junk-free as they are now if it weren’t for all his help. My brother also did his part, kinda, by letting go of clothes that he didn’t use anymore.

It’s amazing how much money you can actually get when you decide to get rid of your old stuff. To give you an idea, we made over 30 thousand pesos in the garage sale. And to think, we sold our stuff real cheap. T-shirts were priced at 5-15 pesos each, polo shirts at 15-25 pesos, and jeans at 50-70 pesos. Some trinkets were sold at 2 pesos even. Plus you could tawad on the items you buy. My mom even threw in some stuff for free for some of the buyers. Imagine that, 30 thousand pesos worth of junk… Ganon kakalat yung bahay namin. Hahahaha.

So now were busy making good use of that money. My sister is moving out of the bedroom and into the den, so the room will soon be my bedroom and a nursery for baby Tristan. I’ll post photos of my mom’s home makeover project as soon as it’s done. Times like these, it’s great having a promising interior design student for a mother.

***

OK, that’s it for now. Time to lie down and put my feet up.Ü

footnotes...

How You Life Your Life

You seem to be straight forward, but you keep a lot inside.
You say whatever is on your mind. Other people's reactions don't phase you.
You're open to new people and friends, which makes you a pretty popular person.
You have one big dream in your life, and you never lose sight of it.

How Do You Live Your Life?

music of the moment: Sting - Fields Of Gold
thanks for the comments:
Yayam, Astrid, Louise, Chesca, Freyti, Obi, Miles, Russ and Airah!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Amgine, Alia, Yayam, Kukote, Cier, Major, Clear, Laurene, Astrid, Adam Mordo, Cathie, Tonz, Miles, Reg, Airah, Louise, Elivazeth, Patty and Patty!Ü

Too Lazy To Blog...

2006-03-15T16:11:00.000+08:00

So much kwento, but I'm too lazy to blog. Hehe. Thought it was time for an update though, so I'll post this nalang muna...

You know you're Pilipino when...
1. You're related to everyone.
2. Your middle name is your mother's maiden name.
3. Your parents call each other "Mommy" and "Daddy."
4. You have uncles and aunts named "Boy," "Girlie," or "Baby."
5. You have relatives whose nicknames consist of repeated syllables like "Jun-Jun," "Ling-Ling," and "Mon-Mon."
6. You call the parents of your friends and your own parents' friends "Tito" and "Tita."
7. You have four or five names.
8. You greet your elders by touching their hands to your forehead.
9. You always kiss your relatives on the cheek whenever you enter or leave the room.
10. You follow your parents' house rules even if you are over 18.
11. You live with your parents until and at times even after you're married.
12. You make your children sing and dance to amuse your friends and relatives.
13. Your house has a distinctive aroma.
14. You decorate your living room wall with your family's framed diplomas and plaques.
15. You decorate your dining room wall with a picture of the "Last Supper."
16. You keep your furniture wrapped in plastic or covered with blankets.
17. You have a Sto. Nino shrine in your living room.
18. You keep a fly swatter in your kitchen.
19. Your kitchen table has a vinyl tablecloth.
20. You recycle shopping bags as garbage bags.
21. You have a piano that no one plays.
22. You keep a tabo in your bathroom.
23. You own a barrel man from Baguio
24. You use Vicks Vapor rub as an insect repellant.
25. You have ageless skin, thanks to the high humidity of the tropics.
26. You eat with your hands.
27. You eat more than three times a day.
28. You think a meal is not a meal without rice.
29. You use your fingers to measure the water you need to cook rice.
30. You eat your meal using a spoon and fork.
31. You cut your meat with a spoon or fork.
32. You think sandwiches are snacks, not meals.
33. You feed all your visitors.
34. You always cook too much.
35. Your dining table has a merry-go-round (lazy Susan) in the middle.
36. You bring baon to work everyday.
37. You keep your stove covered in aluminum foil when not in use.
38. You wash and re-use plastic utensils, styrofoam cups, and aluminum wrappers.
39. Your pantry is never without Spam, Vienna sausage, corned beef, and sardines.
40. You love to eat daing or tuyo.
41. You prop up one knee while eating.
42. You eat your meal with patis, toyo, suka, banana catsup, or bagoong.
43. Your tablecloths are stained with toyo circles.
44. You love sticky desserts and salty snacks.
45. You eat fried Spam and hot dogs with rice.
46. You eat mangoes with rice--with great GUSTO!
47. You love "dirty" ice cream.
48. You love to eat, yet often manage to stay slim.
49. You grab a toothpick after every meal.
50. When dining out, you always fight over who will pay for dinner.
51. You put hot dogs in your spaghetti.
52. Everything you eat is sauted in garlic, onion, and tomatoes.
53. You order a "soft drink" instead of soda.
54. You eat rice for breakfast.
55. You hang a rosary on your car's rear view mirror.
56. You get together with family at a cemetery on All Saint's Day to eat, drink, and tell stories by your loved ones' graves.
57. You play cards or mahjong and drink beer at funeral wakes.
58. You think Christmas season begins in October and ends in January.
59. You make the sign of the cross before take-offs and after landings and every time you pass by a church.
60. Your second piece of luggage is a balikbayan box.
61. You've mastered the art of packing a suitcase to double capacity.
62. You are standing next to eight boxes at the airport.
63. You collect items from airlines, hotels, and restaurants as "souvenirs."
64. You feel obligated to give pasalubong to all your friends and relatives each time you return from a trip.
65. You can't make a purchase without haggling.
66. You use paper foot outlines when buying shoes for friends and relatives.
67. You're a fashion victim.
68. You point with your lips.
69. You can convey 30 messages with your facial expression.
70. You greet one another by raising your eyebrows or tossing your head.
71. You hold your palms together in front of you and say "excuse, excuse" when you pass in between people or in front of the TV.
72. You scratch your head when you don't know an answer to a question.
73. You smile all the time for no reason.
74. You ask for the bill at a restaurant by making a rectangle in the air.
75. You cover your mouth when you laugh.
76. You respond to a "Hoy!" or a "Pssst!" in a crowd.
77. You'll answer "Malapit lang!"--no matter the distance--when asked how far away a place is located.
78. You refer to Mercedes Benz as "chedeng."
79. Goldilocks is more than a fairy tale character to you.
80. You refer to power interruptions as "brownouts."
81. You love to use the following acronyms: CR for comfort room, DI for dance instructor, DOM for dirty old man, TNT for tago nang tago, KJ for kill joy, KSP for kulang sa pansin, OA for over-acting, TL for true love, BF for boyfriend and GF for girlfriend.
82. You're always late for events and parties.
83. You say "rubber shoes" instead of sneakers, "ball pen" instead of pen, "stockings" instead of pantyhose, "pampers" instead of diapers, "ref" or "prijider" instead of refrigerator, "Colgate" instead of toothpaste, "canteen" instead of cafeteria, and "open" or "close" instead of turn on or turn off (as in the lights).
84. You always leave your shoes or slippers outside the doorstep.
85. You use an umbrella for shade on hot summer days.
86. You prefer sitting in the shade instead of basking in the sun.
87. You can sing and dance at a drop of a hat.
88. You like everything imported or "state-side."
89. You love ballroom dancing, bowling, pusoy, mah jong, billiards, and karaoke.
90. You hang your clothes out to dry in a laundry line.
91. You middle name is your mother's maiden name.
92. You have a relative who is a nurse.
93. When you're in a restaurant, you wipe your plate and utensils before using them.
94. You can squeeze 15 passengers into your five seater car without a second thouht.
95. You have carpet runners in your house.
96. You wave a pom-pom on a stick around the food to keep the flies away.
97. You find dried morsels of rice stuck to your shirt.
98. You always ring a doorbell twice, assuming that the first ring was not heard.
99. You let the phone ring twice before answering, lest you appear overly eager.

This always amuses me, no matter how many times i read it.

footnotes...

You Have Him Totally Hooked

Your guy is all yours - and happily so.
He loves being around you, and he totally sees you as a couple.
It looks like you two have a great future together - if you want it!

Do You Have Him Hooked?

Ang Pag-Ibig Kong Ito...

2006-02-11T11:15:00.000+08:00

In last Wednesday's 2BU, I saw this contest they were having for Valentine's. All you had to do was write your love story and send it to them. The 3 most romantic stories win all these prizes, from watches and Havaianas to GC's at different restaurants, to stuffed toys and spa treatments. Then another contest, a smaller one just required you to send in the 10 songs that remind you most of your loved one, and you could win an iPOD shuffle. Last Wednesday, I decided to enter this contest. After all, I've already declared that the only way I'm gonna find myself an iPOD owner is if I win one, or someone gives me one. Plus, I figured it wouldn't hurt if Bong and I had some special treats this V-Day.

So, last Thursday while waiting for Bong to finish class, I tried writing our "Extraordinary Love Story" and thinking of our "10 Songs".

Boy, was it harder than I expected!

How could I think of only 10 songs when even the silliest songs remind me of him? And when I say the silliest, I mean the silliest. As in, even OMC's How Bizarre! (We like dancing to silly songs in the car when traffic is really heavy. Hehe.) As you can probably guess, music plays a very big part in both our lives, so summing our relationship up in just 10 songs proved to be rather impossible. So I guess I won't be an iPOD owner anytime soon. Haha.

As for our story of undying romance, well, that proved impossible to write as well. After all, how can one accurately put all this down in words?

footnotes...

You Are a Good Student of Men

You're pretty good at knowing what men are thinking
But you're not dead on 100% of the time
Let your guy off the hook sometimes... because you may be reading him all wrong!

How Well Do You Understand Men?

music of the moment: Aqualung - Brighter Than Sunshine
greetings:
Kris: Well, Ms.Sibayan approved the drawings but wanted to see actual page illustrations. So I went to see her last Thursday, and lo and behold, she's in SCOTLAND! Boooo!Ü
Yayam: Hehehe. Saya isipin noh?Ü
Yogi: Yep, we will be there.Ü
Russ: Ms.Sibayan strikes again!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Louise, Freyti, Cher, Clear, Miles and Yumi!Ü

Senti Trip

2006-02-03T23:04:00.000+08:00

I've done nothing but complain the whole day about all my aches and pains. My back hurts, my knees hurt, my head hurts, my hips hurt, my feet hurt, and I'm itchy from my heat rash.

Just now, out of sheer boredom, I was going through my Friendter friends and saw new photos my friends posted of their baby boy in some park. Made me realize just how excited I am that Bong and I are gonna have a family soon. So I'm happy again. Haha. Yun lang, something to blog about.Ü

footnotes...

You Are Practically Plastic

You're so beautiful that it's almost unreal
Unfortunately, you're attitude's a little unreal too
Everyone knows you're super hot - no need to remind them
You've got it going on, so stop obsessing!

Are You Obsessed With Your Looks?

music of the moment: Razorback - Nakaturo Sayo
greetings:
Russ: I'm actually really amazed that I was able to draw 4 people coz normally I can't draw ANYTHING! Now Ms.Sibayan wants to see the characters "in action". Uh-oh... Hehe.Ü
Bae: Cute like me?Ü
Yayam: Ooh, I'm not sure I'm much of an illustrator just yet. Hahaha.Ü But I am trying!
Kris: Hahaha. Ewan ko ba why they ended up looking like that, but I guess it works so... I'll just be happy about them!Ü
Tonio: Buti naman at nakavisit ka ulit sa blog ko. Sige, sige, if you ever need a band, call me!!Ü
Jengga: Yoohooo! Aba pwede nga naman yan maging Mr.Pringles natin na daddy-mode!! Amishoo!Ü
Jingo: I think you're creative enough to write your own book anak. If i can do it, anyone can!Ü

Arteeeest!

2006-01-30T10:48:00.000+08:00

For those who don't already know, my thesis project is a children's book. I confidently ended last term knowing that my story had already been approved and my mom and brother were helping me out with the illustrations. If there's anything that I most certainly am not, it's an illustrator. In fact, I often make fun of my own silly drawings, and even once drew an entire animal farm just to lighten the mood in the office. Some will tell you that my drawings are actually pretty cute. OK, I have to agree that to a certain extent, they are cute... If you're a 3-year old that is. So, not at all trusting my 3-year old drawing skills, 22-year old me asked my artistic mommy and brother to illustrate my thesis.

Then my oh-so-wonderful mentor one day says: You have to illustrate the book yourself.

¤Panic Attack!¤

I sat in McDo Taft texting everyone I could think of at the time and told them the awful news. DLSU wants to make an artist out of me!

So I've been working my butt off on character sketches for the past 3 weeks. I have to come up with a mom, a dad, a 4-year old boy and a 7-month old baby girl. So far I've managed to finish 3 out of 4 characters, with my mom as my spiritual adviser. What's ironic is it's the mommy character that I just can't get right. I'm gonna have these approved tomorrow, and I really hope that I get a nice big YES! I know the proportions are off and they aren't the best sketches in the world, but these are the best I can do and I'm damn proud to say that I was actually able to draw people! Hahaha. I've decided to post the 3 drawings I've already finished, and you guys better tell me what you think about them!

When Mr. Pringles decided he wanted to get married and have kids.

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Your Hawaiian Name is:

Nana Keilana

What's your Hawaiian Name?

music of the moment: Ithcyworms - Akin Ka Na Lang
greetings:
Nina: Bong (my boyfriend) is the vocalist of BPM and I manage the band.Ü
Kai: Hehe. Aww sayang. It's OK.Ü
Obi: Yay! Thanks for watching!Ü
Kathy: Hahaha... Hindi ko parin gets kung sino siya!!Ü
Russ: Finally talaga! Hehe. Hope you and Duart got to see the Bandarito episode!Ü
Kris: Hahaha. We're not old! Haha. Yan, na-aggravate tuloy si Yogi boy!Ü
Yogi: Halaaaa... Pag nagkita kami ng mommy mo ulit sa McDo, kwento ko sa kanya yan! Hehe. Joke.Ü
Airah: Wala lang, tumugtog yung band and ininterview lang sila.Ü
Yayam: Hi! The baby's doing good! Happy and hyper!Ü
Tiepee: Haha oo nga eh! Para kaming nag-gagayahan ng storya!Ü
Acey: Hi!Ü The baby's getting bigger and very malikot! As for me, no sugar still. Hehe. Critical levels na yung blood sugar ko apparently, so there. But everything's going well.Ü
thanks for tagging:
Vera, Tintin, Tonz, Elivazeth, Cier, Astrid, Nina, Patty, Airah, Ben, Clear and Vera!Ü

BPM on MYX Bandarito

2006-01-22T09:46:00.000+08:00

I know we told everyone that BPM's Bandarito episode isn't airing till next week, but surprise, surprise, they started airing it yesterday! Haha. I haven't seen it coz I was at Ira and Trek's wedding yesterday afternoon. So for the benefit of those who haven't seen it (and you guys should watch or else magtatampo ako!), here is the schedule of replays thanks to Click The City. Myx is Channel 23 on Sky Cable!
January 22, Sunday, 5:30pm
January 25, Wednesday, 9:00am
January 26, Thursday, 10:00pm
January 28, Saturday, 7:00am
Please watch! Support Bobby Parks Movement!

Congratulations to my dear friends Ira and Trek who, as I mentioned earlier, tied the knot yesterday!

The Newlyweds
(Thanks to Mommy Ai for the photo)

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You Are Sexy Black Boots

You only look like you could walk all over someone...

What Kind of Boots Are You?

music of the moment: Hale - Kung Wala Ka
greetings:
Kathy: Hahaha oist hindi ko maalala kung sino yung sinabi mo sakin sa myx! Langya!Ü
Yayam: I'm not allowed sugar coz I'm a candidate for gestational diabetes.=(
thanks for tagging:
BartBartBart!Ü

Withdrawal

2006-01-19T22:09:00.000+08:00

I want sugar... But I can't have any. Grrrrr.

*****

Happy Birthday Julie Tearjerkie!

*****

Nothing to do? Add me up!
Friendster A: p_i_n_k_p_r_i_n_c_e_s_s@yahoo.com
Friendster B: pms.decastro@gmail.com
MySpace: p_i_n_k_p_r_i_n_c_e_s_s@yahoo.com
Multiply: prinsesapatricia
LJ: baby_ears

Nothing to do parin? Add BPM!
Friendster: bpmovement@gmail.com
MySpace: bpmovement@gmail.com
Yahoogroups: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BPmovement
Soundclick: http://soundlick.com/bobbyparksmovement

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Your 80s Heartthrob Is

Scott Baio

Who's Your 80's Heartthrob?

music of the moment: Itchyworms - Akin Ka Nalang
greetings:
Russ: You can get the songs at BPM's Soundclick. The guys are actually in the process of recording now. Let you know when the new material's out!Ü So nice to know that you and Duart appreciate BPM's music!Ü
Kathy: Hahaha hindi na ata narecover yung pics sa phone ni AJ. Sayang. Thanks talaga! Sino pa nga ba magtutulungan kundi tayo rin?Ü At oist, sino na ba kasi yang 2nd time around na yan???
Jingo: Hey anak! They did 2 of Bong's songs, Magandang Balita and Walang Bukas, and JC's hit single Nalilito for Bandarito. Hehehe. Sayang naman, di mo pala mapapanuod. Free CD you say? Download ka nalang sa Soundclick!Ü
Tiepee: Haha galing nga rumaket nyang si JC noh? I haven't nga seen the commercial yet eh!Ü
Ccigaux: Hehe hindi nga natugtog yung Bahay Bahayan eh! Hehe Sinisave namin yun!Ü
Monica: Yah nga, you guys should come to one of the gigs soon!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Kathy, Astrid and Clear!Ü

Your Choice, Your Music!

2006-01-16T10:43:00.000+08:00

Catch Bobby Parks Movement on Myx Bandarito on January 28, Saturday, 3pm! And watch out for the band on Star Myx. I think it will air around the same time as the Bandarito episode. Thanks much to Kathy for the help!Ü

Oh and if you are a Barkada Trip fan, look out for the School episode. They used BPM's Nalilito for that episode, which is currently being aired! It's the one where the boys develop crushes on the girls... Or something like that. Hehehehe.

Standing: Me, Lee, Kathy, Iya, Pat, Dinggoy
On The Couch: Monty, Bong, Nikko
On The Floor: AJ, JC, Poch
More photos here!Ü

Doesn't Bong look so gwapo with his new hair?Ü

footnotes...

Your Inner Retro Girl Is

1950s Domestic Diva

What Retro Girl Are You?

music of the moment: Wham - Wake Me Up Before You Go, Go!
greetings:
Jingo: You're kidding?! My mom and I were just talking about The Price Is Right the other day, we thought it had gone off the air already!Ü
Kris: Hehe. Motivation!Ü
Louise: Sobrang comedy talaga yung game shows most of the time.Ü
Melai: I know! Kakaiba talaga mag isip yung sumagot ng short and panty!Ü
Roanne: Actually it's from Game KNB.Ü
Russ: Thank you! Sabi nga ng iba it's such an artistahin name, Tristan Lawrence de Castro Cuyugan. Hehehe.Ü
Guile: Hi! I've been dying to see Urbandub again!Ü
Yayam: Haha. Minsan, pag may chance ka, try mo manuod.Ü
thanks for tagging:
Clear, Roanne, Cali, Freyti and Tere!Ü

Final Answer?

2006-01-11T09:50:00.000+08:00

I am a game show addict.

It's become a habit for my mom and I to sit in front of the TV in the afternoons and watch these shows. When I was younger, it was The Price Is Right, Name That Tune and One Million Dollar Chance Of A Lifetime. These days, we watch Hollywood Squares and Game KNB, and at night Wheel Of Fortune and Jeopardy. I even saw Ms. Forbes (before she became my photography teacher) become the first big winner in the local version of Who Wants To Be A Millionnaire. There are times when I even get to watch those mini game shows in local noontime shows, like on my bus rides to school, or when we would do events in the provinces.

I think one of the reasons why I'm so hooked on these shows, specially the local ones, is the bloopers. I though I'd share some of the more recent ones I've seen. These really gave me a good laugh.

HOST: Ito ang version lechon na pinirito or deep fried.
CONTESTANT: Fried Chicken?

~*~

HOST: Complete the lyrics of this children's song: I'm a little teapot, short and ______.
CONTESTANT 1: Panty?
HOST: Wrong.
CONTESTANT 2: Short and Tall?
HOST: Wrong.
CONTESTANT 3: Short and Dark?

~*~

HOST: Sa anong national holiday tumapat ang pagsabog ng Mount Pinatubo noong 1990?
CONTESTANT: Valentines Day?
HOST: National Holiday ito.
CONTESTANT: Non-Working Holiday!

footnotes...

Your Element is Fire

Your power color: red
Your energy: hot
Your season: spring
Like a fire, you are full of power and light.
A born leader, you easily draw people toward you.
You are full of courage and usually up for anything dangerous.
You have a huge ego and love to be the center of attention.

What Element Are You?

music of the moment: Urbandub - Alert The Armory
greetings:
Thanks so much for the support, Louise, Acey, Kathy, Russ, Roanne, Kalay and Yayam!Ü
Pregnancy is really hard, but it's also so much fun! I now live by a simple lesson that Bong unknowingly taught me. This is my only chance to be pregnant for the first time, and also my only chance to completely enjoy being pregnant. Kasi after this, I'll have Tristan to love and care for na, even if (and when) I get pregnant with my next baby. Now everything's magic parin. And I'll never be alone again. This keeps me smiling.Ü
thanks for tagging:
Vanessa and Cali!Ü

Damn The Mood Swings!

2006-01-07T22:26:00.000+08:00

My hormones are beginning to drive me crazy. These days, I can go from very happy to very angry or very sad in 5 minutes. It's insane. Sometimes I actually scare myself at how fast my moods change.

Please let this be over soon!

PLEASE!

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Your Fashion Style is Girly

You dress to look beautiful and show off what you've got
Dresses, skirts, heels... whatever it takes to turn heads
You love feeling like a girl in any setting
Even your workout clothes are cute and feminine!

What's Your Fashion Style?

music of the moment: Oasis - Champagne Supernova
greetings:
Jingo: "...the way a man treats his mother is a reflection of how he treats women in general." I completely agree with you anak!
Russ: Right you are. Whether we want to admit it or not, our parents are still realtively significant in our relationships. Things become a lot more complicated if a parent does not approve of the person you're with. Though you won't let this fact dictate the course of the relationship, it affects it still. Hirap kaya pumunta sa bahay ng tao na alam mong ayaw sayo. Hehe.Ü
Kris: Kakatawa naman yung sa blog mo na "I will enter a mental institution".
Ccigaux: I really believe that the smallest thigns make a world of difference. The smallest effort to tell the truth, for example, saves you the embarrassment of having to admit in the future that you lied and helps you maintain someone's trust. Also, the smallest hello can really brighten up someone's day. You'll never really know how much the small things mean to others, but for me they are really a big deal.
Yogi: Hahaha. Tito, Vic & Joey ampucha!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Passerby, SweetLady and Clear!Ü

Girlfriendhood 101 Pt.1

2006-01-04T18:55:00.000+08:00

For future reference...

Girls, if you are in your boyfriend's house and his mom asks him to do something for her or help her with something, regardless of what you guys are doing, tell your boyfriend to go help his mom. Specially if he makes up some lame excuse not to help out, or if he complains about being asked to help. Really.

Guys, you should take note of this too, specially if you want your mother dearest to see your sweetheart in a positive light.

Got that? Good.

¤Sigh¤ And all this time I thought that this was all common sense, after all everyone knows that the smallest things can make a world of difference. Apparently I was wrong. How sad is that?

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You Are Low Rise Jeans

You are both sexy and casual - the type of girl who looks hot without really trying.
You tend to spark imagination, only showing a peek of your skin.

What Style of Jeans Are You?

music of the moment: Itchyworms - Akin Ka Nalang
greetings:
yay, no one commented on my resolution post. woohoo!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Albert!Ü

I Have To At Least Try!

2006-01-03T18:28:00.000+08:00

It's the third day of the year already and I have yet to set resolutions for myself. There are so many things that I feel I need to accomplish this year, maybe I should start listing some of them down. Now you all have permission to nag me about my goals (i like this word better than resolutions) and to check up on me every once in a while. Really. I'll need help if I wanna stick to them!

THIS YEAR I MUST...
...Graduate! Before April!
...Clean my room and keep it clean!
...Renew my driver's license and actually PRACTICE driving.
...Learn how to cook real food.
...Save money.
...Learn to be more patient.
...Be a good mommy.
...Lose weight after giving birth!

Haha, that's all I can think of right now. But I'll post this list in my side bar and add things as I go along, I guess.

Good luck to me then!Ü

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This Fall, You Should Wear

A Retro MTV Tee

What Fall Fashion Trend Should You Try?

music of the moment: Eraserheads - Hard To Believe
greetings:
Kris: Say it with me: We will graduate this term! Yes we will!!Ü
Joei: Happy New Year!Ü
Jingo: Wehehehehe. You're gonna have to wait till you're back here to get that CD anak.Ü
Russ: Hope we all have a good year!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Teri and Elivazeth!Ü

Holiday Ham

2005-12-29T18:44:00.000+08:00

Went shopping yesterday with my mom and siblings for a few holiday goodies. I decided that everyone needs to treat themselves to a little something for the holidays, even those who are saving up for a new baby. Hehehe. So off we went, first to Town Center, then Festival Mall.

I've come to terms with the fact that any iPOD I will own will either be won in some raffle, game show or, if I'm ever as lucky as my dad, by answering a survey (see this post if you have no idea what I'm talking about). And so i decided to buy myself a nice pair of earphones. My loyal discman and I will be spending a lot more time together, so I might as well pimp my sounds, so to speak. I also got myself three new CDs! Wheee! The Ultraelectromagneticjam Album is an absolute must for anyone in my generation. Pupil's Album is another must! And Itchyworms' Noontime Show is soooooo cute!

All that's missing for a perfect holiday season is good holiday ham! (I'm an Adelina's loyalist, and there hasn't been any available since two weeks before Christmas. Sucky!)

OK, I have to let my sister use the computer now.Ü

footnotes...

Your Vibe Is Somewhat Sexy

On a good day, you're the sexiest woman in the world
But on a bad day, you can't help but feel a little average
Try to remember the times you've felt the sexiest...
And keep that attitude even on the worst of days

How Sexy Is Your Vibe?

music of the moment: Eraserheads - Torpedo
thanks for the christmas greetings:
Melai: Yes, we look alike already. We don't know how and when it happened, it just did! Haha.Ü
Acey: Sure you can borrow the quote. I got that lang from one of those online quizzes.Ü
Tiepee: MwahÜ
Russ: Mwah!Ü
Yayam: Mwah!Ü
Kris: Naks naman! You make me blush! Hahaha.Ü
Chesca: Thanks! Were hoping talaga for a lot of help in the baby stuff department.Ü
Kathy: Hoist are you drunk? Bakit ang URL sa comment mo ay URL ng blog ni Yogi?Ü
Yogi: Ya nga eh, Bong's dad wants to watch also. Sana we can still watch on the last day.
Freyti: Mwah!Ü
Mo: Yah, Bong and I never got around to meeting up with you guys coz we're both so busy with different things. Hopefully we can get together soon. This little watermelon I'm carrying is 6months old na. Hehe.Ü
Nina: Thanks!Ü
Jingo: Thanks anak! Doesn't every kid think their mom is a hot mama anyway? Hahaha.Ü
Kalay: Thank you, mommy!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Elivazeth, Ari, Yosi Girl, Patty, Yax, Tintin, Yumi, Sweet Lady, Clear, Nina, Pen, Jheng, Cher and Miles!Ü

Although It's Been Said Many Times, Many Ways...

2005-12-24T09:55:00.000+08:00

footnotes...

Your Love Quote

Love makes the wildest spirit tame, and the tamest spirit wild.

What Love Quote Suits You?

music of the moment: Urbandub - Runaway
greetings:
Joei: Yup, it's the best Christmas gift ever! Hehehe!Ü
Russ: Thank you for making me smile!Ü
Patty: Merry Merry!Ü
Louise: Thank you for making me smile!Ü
Nina: Thank you for making me smile!Ü
Patty: Thank you for making me smile!Ü
Bae: Punctual?? Me???Ü Beautiful, yes! Hehehehe. Luv u too.Ü
thanks for tagging:
Airah, Yumi, Obi, Franz, Nina, Miles and Patty!

Make Me Smile, Sige Na!

2005-12-21T22:01:00.000+08:00

Say something nice about me and make my Christmas season brighter!Ü A single compliment goes a long way. Anything at all, sige na. Hehehe.

I'm not just fishing for compliments, ok? I got this from Melai's LJ.

One little compliment can make you feel amazing.

So give me a compliment, anything in the entire world, even that my shoelaces are pretty. Put this in your journal. And once you get some comments, put that entry in a memory or tag and when you are feeling down, just go to that entry and this will remind you how great you are.

Go ahead, put this is your blogs!Ü But don't forget to say something nice about me first. Hehehehehe.Ü

footnotes...

You Are a Carnation

You are down to earth and grounded.
You tend to be more traditional than trendy.
Your confidence gets you through anything.
People trust you and are very loyal to you.

What Flower Are You?

music of the moment: Random Christmas Songs
greetings:
Vera: Thank you! There goes my diet. Hehehe.Ü
Jingo: Based on the ultrasound, the due date is around April 16.Ü
Russ: Yes, this is the best Christmas gift that Bong and I could as for this year, a happy healthy baby boy!Ü
Yayam: Thanks a lot! We're very happy.Ü
Ccigaux: Right, I wasn't pregnant yet then, though I didn't know right away that I was pregnant, and I was still doing events during the first month and a half. Stress, puyat, yosi, beer. Hehe. But this is a strong baby and everything's going great. I'm actually about to start my 3rd trimester already, I'm due this April.Ü Ah, and that's not my full name. Hehehe.Ü
Louise: Thanks so much! Yah, this is a good Christmas.Ü
Melai: Thanks! We're excited too! I can't wait for the 4D Ultrasound nga eh!Ü
Kris: Hahaha. I still want to eat Bobby Bear!! Grrrr!Ü
Yogi: Hahaha. Naku, kung ano anong kalokohan matututunan ng batang to. Si Yco pa yung kalaro nya. Nakuh! Haha. Ako rin excited na sa 4D ultrasound, para alam na antin kung kamukha ko or ni Bong... Teka, what's the difference?!Ü
Bae: Hallu Father!Ü
Nina: Thanks a lot, Happy Holidays to you too!Ü
thanks for tagging:
Obi, Freyti, DannyTrueLove, Clear, iPOB, Tintin, Albert, Yumi, Ice, Patty, Juice, Miles, Bart, SweetLady, Bae and Nina!Ü

Baby On Board

2005-12-18T17:49:00.000+08:00

Yesterday Bong and I went on an Imus Adventure. We were on our way to see the doctor for a check up in his clinic in the Imus Market area. We usually go to the clinic in DLSUMC in Dasmariñas where my dad works, but since Bong started working already, he can't make it on weekdays. And so Bong and I found ourselves on the road to Imus, Cavite early on a Saturday morning, munching on grilled ham and quezo de bola sandwiches i made for breakfast.

I had never been to the Imus clinic before yesterday. Mari told me to just go straight on Daang Hari and we will end at the Imus Market. When I asked my dad he said that we just had to follow Daang Hari. I asked my mom too, and she said she usually took Carmona coz that's a shorter route, but since I'm not at all familar with the Carmona route, I decided to take Daang Hari. I figured the clinic woudn't be too difficult to find. If you're someone else, that is. My awful sense of direction plus Bong's lack of sleep were no match for the unfamilar territory that is Imus.

So off we went, past the intersection towards Dasmariñas and Molino, just following the road, until we came to the end of the road... Literally. The concrete ended and we found ourselves on a muddy path towards another patch of concrete. Thank goodness Bong brought the CRV that day and not the Accord! So we kept going and found ourselves on Aguinaldo Highway. We stopped and asked for directions towards the market and continued on. We found the Kostal Public Market, Imus, parked the car and started looking for the clinic. When we couldn't find it, I decided to call my mom. She told me to go to the back of the market and look for Deogracia Pharmacy, or something like that, and go up the stairs. We asked around and found out that the place we were in had no second floor. So I called my mom again to try to ask for other landmarks while Bong went and asked a lady if she knows where Deogracia Pharmacy is. The lady Bong spoke to knew exactly where the clinic was, which is lucky coz my mom and I did not understand each other at all. Apparently we weren't even in the Imus town proper yeat, we were in the wrong market, we should have gone further down Aguinaldo highway, and the name of the pharmacy is Pharmacia Gracia. So we went back to the car and drove off again.

We finally found the Pamilihan ng Lungsod ng Imus. At this point we were both getting kinda cranky already. Following my mom's instructions, we followed the road towards the back of the market. We went around the whole complex once and still did not find the clinic or the pharmacy. Bong decided to park the car and look for the place, and I insisted on going with him. So, in my white pants and baby pink sandals, I followed bong through the muddy market. we finally found someone who pointed us in the right direction, a nice tricycle driver. Apparently there are two Pharmacia Gracias in the Imus market, one inside the market complex and one across the street from it. We found the first Pharmacia Gracia, which turned out to be the wrong one, and kept going. Then we finally found what we were looking for, a BIG sign that said Pharmacia Gracia and another above it that said Crisostomo OB-GYN, on a street that we were on maybe 8 minutes earlier. I couldn't believe we missed it. Thinking back, we asked another tricycle driver if he knew where Pharmacia Gracia was, right on that road, almost directly in front of the place, and he said he had no idea. Bong told me that my white pants were no longer white while we walked up the stairs towards the clinic. True enough, I had specks of mud all over my pants. I told him I wasn't expecting to walk through the market when I got dressed that morning.

We walked into the clinic only to find that the doctor wasn't there yet. I had my weight and blood pressure taken, and sat next to Bong in the waiting area. I was patient#26. What a long morning it had already been, and it was only 10:00! I think Bong was a little more tired than I was though.

waiting for the doctor to arrive

The doctor finally arrived and saw three patients then told one of the nurses to send me in. Lucky for me, my doctor is a long time friend of the family so I never have to wait in line very long. The whole Imus adventure was well worth it though, because when it was finally our turn to see the doctor, we got to see, for the first time, the newest addition to our family.

Tristan Lawrence de Castro Cuyugan

Yup, it's a baby boy, or as my friend Jengga put it, it's a baby Bong!Ü

footnotes...

Your Ideal Marriage Proposal Is

After dinner at your favorite restaurant, at the spot where you first kissed.

What's Your Ideal Marriage Proposal?

music of the moment: Eraserheads - Alapaap
greetings:
Kris: Haha. OK lang yan, you can steal my blog topic. Maybe soon you'll write about a baby too? Hehehe.Ü
Karla: LJ ba ni Lee yung nasa links mo? Haha. Madalaw nga.Ü
Jingo: Aww, that's sweet. Bong also has a yaya who's been with them forever and he's so attached to her.Ü
Yayam: Yah, it's nice having loyal helpers... I really miss Manang!Ü

Help, I Need Somebody!

2005-12-16T15:45:00.000+08:00

Since I’ve been spending a lot of time at home, I have had to interact with Mercy, our helper, on a daily basis. Now don’t go thinking I’m matapobre or that I look down on our household help because that is not true and that is not what this entry is about. Anyway, now that we’ve gotten that out of the way…

My mom always says that good help is so hard to find. I have to agree with her. One of my lola’s actually had this pair of helpers who stole and sold all of the jewelry she was saving as pamana to her children and grandchildren. My other lola, the one I used to live with in SanLo, likes her household run a specific way, so all her helpers are very well trained. They also stay with the family for a long time, and the older ones are in charge of training the newbies. There was one helper who had been with the family since before I was born, Wilma, who was very mean to everyone, even to my lola, and acted as if she owned the house. Then one day she just left. Good thing she had trained enough newbies to keep my lola’s very particular household running.

Looking back on the different helpers we’ve had in our house over the years, I have to agree that we’ve had a few bad apples, a few who had the heart but none of the talent, and of course there were those who we wish never left us.

When I was much younger, my parents would take in working students ad put them through school at our family’s university while they worked for us. I remember Yaya Flor the best among the working students because she was always so efficient around the house, and very patient with my siblings and I. She also is the only one, as far as I remember, who finished her degree at U.M. and left us to pursue a teaching career in her province. There was also Ate Cathy who was so big and bubbly and always wore this bright orange t-shirt. She first introduced me to the concept of chain letters. A chain letter arrived at our house one day in a blank envelope, and she was the unlucky one who opened it. I read the letter as she reproduced them and I got scared out of my wits that she would give one to me. I think I was about 11 years old then, and all I could think of was that I might not be able to finish writing all the letters coz I have homework. Then there was Adela, who was my brother’s worst enemy for a long time. I don’t really know why he didn’t like her. I just remember that he locked her out of the house a lot. The last of the working students was Imelda. She was something else. She wanted to become a teacher like Yaya Flor but did not finish her degree because our family stopped paying for her education. This happened when my dad discovered that she had been skipping her classes to spend time with her new boyfriend, one of the drivers or gardeners of one of our neighbors, I think it was. My dad was driving home one afternoon and he saw her walking near house with the guy when she was supposed to be in school. “Pinapayungan pa nya,” I remember my dad telling my mom that night. At least that relationship turned out well for Imelda, last I heard, they had gotten married a little after she left us.

One of the helpers we will definitely never forget is Teresa, who was deaf in one ear. I remember my dad once asked her for a toothpick and she happily came into the living room holding a glass or water (tubig). She would also put a great amount of powder on her face whenever she left the house, whether it was to go to school, run an errand or on her day off. Then at night, she would put a great amount of toothpaste on her face. My sister was around 6 at that time and she found the toothpaste dots on Teresa’s face so funny that she would ask for something late at night just so she could see. Teresa had a lot of zest and gusto, but her hearing problem made things quite difficult.

The helper who was with us the longest was Manang. She started working for out family when we were still living in Sun Valley, and came with us when we moved to Alabang. She used to take a tricycle to our school in Sun Valley to bring lunch to my brother and I. She knew that I like my spaghetti mixed and that my brother wants the cheese on top of the sauce on top of the noodles. She also made sure that our food was always warm, and that we had our Bisbisco (Rebisco cookies) for recess and juice in the fridgijeer (refrigerator) when we got home. I remember when I was in fourth grade in Zobel, Manang went through a chicken phase. My baon for lunch for maybe three weeks was either chicken balls, chicken nuggets, chicken cordon bleu or fried chicken. All chicken everyday for three weeks. Then there’s this pork steak dish that she made that was kind of like a sweet, watery and pale bistek. Funny thing is we all miss it so much now, but no one can get it Manang style, just the way we want it. She went home to the province because she was getting old and tired, and she had to care for her mother. As a replacement, she sent her sister Mercy to work with us, which brings be back to the original topic of this post.

We’ve gone through times when we didn’t have house help, and it was really hard. Since I know that I’m dependent on them, I try to be really nice to the help. But Mercy is something else! She launches into what my mom and I call Grinch Mode where she starts making dabog and being all frownie and cranky to everyone. Her grocery list consists mostly of things she uses to clean and her fish and powdered milk, but none of the things missing in the refrigerator like milk and mayonnaise. She doesn’t answer the phone, and often doesn’t notice when people come and go at our house. One time my dad left the front door unlocked and my tito who was home from the States dropped by to use the bathroom. He just walked into our house and used the bathroom, because that’s how we are in the family. Mercy though she heard something so she went to the living room to check it out, and she was really surprised to see a big Chinese man she had never seen in her life walk out of our bathroom while my parents were napping and no one else was home. The best part is she didn’t say anything to any of us, we heard the story from my tito. After that, we never left the front door unlocked again. Mercy is my kaaway, my mom always says, because she really gets on my nerves sometimes, and at times I think she even does it on purpose. But beggars can’t be choosers, and since I am totally dependent on our household help, I still try to be nice to her, even when she’s on Grinch Mode.

And this post turned out much, much longer than I thought it would, so I will stop writing now.Ü

footnotes...

You are a Great Girlfriend

When it comes to your guy, you're very thoughtful
But you also haven't stopped thinking of yourself
You're the perfect blend of independent and caring
You're a total catch - make sure your guy knows it too!

Are You a Good Girlfriend?

music of the moment: The Beatles - Help
greetings:
Melai: I actually didn't get to see Bong host at the Fete. Hehe. I got stuck in the super gulo Rock Stage!Ü
Louise: Syempre!Ü Hehe.
Yayam: Wala kasi akong money pang shopping eh! Hahaha. Merry Xmas din!Ü
Karla: Lee ng Mayo? Baka naman nagkita na tayo sa gigs! Hehe.Ü

Hey Look, It's Bong!Ü

2005-12-15T11:06:00.000+08:00

BPM @ Fete 2005
(Thanks to Karla Redor)

Hehe... That's my boyfriend! (Naks, stage girlfriend!Ü)

Wow, 10 days to go till Christmas. And I haven't even started shopping yet!

footnotes...

Your Celebrity Style Twin is Jessica Simpson

Flirty, feminine, and fun.

Who's Your Celebrity Style Twin?

music of the moment: The Eraserheads - Toyang
greetings:
Yogi: Hahaha. Nakuha mo?Ü
Jingo: The Starbucks planner is sleek and sophistacated... Mukhang mayaman ka pag hawak mo. Hahaha.Ü
Russ: Me too! I convince my dad to get coffee from Starbucks tapos I slip him my card. Haha.
Chesca: Hey! Ako naman I get dizzy if i look up too long, which is usally the case whenever I stop to watch fireworks displays. Haha. Happy Holidays to you too!Ü
Melai: I think i will ALWAYS call you Melai coz I'm so used to it! I'm actually terrified out of my wits over this whole domestication thing coz I'm one big princess as well. Hehe. Wish me luck!Ü

Merville Weekend #2 and Other Random Thoughts

2005-12-11T22:56:00.000+08:00

Spent the last two weekends at Bong's house. We haven't been able to spend as much time together as we would want since he started working, so our little weekend sleepovers are good for much needed quality time. I help him with his homework too, since he's working and studying at the same time and I've just been watching a lot of TV, as you can see in my previous post. It also gives me a chance to really get to know his family. His dad has actually taken an active interest in domesticating me. Next weekend we're going to the palengke for my first lesson. I mentioned this to my mom today coz I was trying to get her to agree that I've been picking up little tips on grocery shopping from her. I'm her loyal supermarket assistant kasi. Guess what her answer was?

"Really? You don't look at prices, you don't look at what I'm picking up and you have your own thing while we do the groceries."

I push the grocery cart though... Haha. This whole domestication of me is gonna take a lot of work...

Moving on, my barakada had our annual Christmas dinner last friday at Jan-B's house. It was really fun seeing everyone again, specially now that most of us are so busy. I think we're on our 6th Christmas already, tama ba girls? We're all so excited to see Ira's baby already! I actually got to feel it kick right before we left Jan-B's. We're at that age already where we start attending weddings of our closest friends and baptisms of their children. I don't feel THAT old though. Hehe. I'm actually pretty excited about all of this.

Oh guess what? 7 stickers to go and I'll have my 2006 Starbucks Planner! I actually wasn't planning on getting one this year since I'm not allowed to drink coffee yet plus I don't have much money these days. But I usually wait for Bong after class at Starbucks and I just looove their peppermint hot chocolate... And lucky for me I have friends and relatives willing to spend on Starbucks, which means stickers for me! Yay! 7 to go, does anyone want to help me out?Ü

Speaking of Starbucks, Bong and I stopped at Starbucks Madrigal on our way to my house earlier and we caught the ATC fireworks display. I'm a big sucker for fireworks. They're so pretty! We actually tried to take a picture but we couldn't get the timing right so we ended up with a lot of blurry shots and nothing really pretty. Maybe we'll try again next week.

I miss listening to Wolfgang. Kakainis kasi, I can't find my old casette tapes. Hahaha. I knew I should've just gone ahead and bought the CDs while they were still easy to find.

Yun na muna, inaantok nako. Goodnight everyone!Ü

footnotes...

Your Life is Like

Say Anything...

What John Cusack movie are you?

music of the moment: Wolfgang - Cast of Clowns
greetings:
Ccigaux: Thanks also for the questions Ccigaux!Ü
Kris: Hallu! Yep, I'm happy and blooming, as Tiepee put it. Hehehe.Ü
Obi: Yah, I'm actually TRYING to do new things now that I'm bumming lang. Hehe. Malay mo, magaling pala ako gumawa ng halo halo!Ü
Yayam: Hahaha. You love Lost! it's obvious!Ü
Tiepee: Hahaha that's a Zobel mind at work!Ü
Jingo: Oooh if I could watch all the primetime shows you get there, I'd probably never go out na. Hahaha.Ü

Bum Bum Bum Buuuuum...

2005-12-08T15:01:00.000+08:00

Though at times I really miss my hectic work life, I must admit it feels very nice to wake up knowing you have absolutely nothing to do on that day. It feels even better if you wake up to a cold rainy day, knowing that you have a nice little packet of sugarless (hehe, bait ko noh?) Swiss Miss with marshmallows in your bag. Hehe. Is it obvious that I'm having a good day?Ü

I've been out of work and back at home for almost 3 months now. It got really dull and boring at first, but I'm actually starting to enjoy it now. Besides, I'm not doing completely nothing, I'm still working on my never ending thesis. Mostly I've been spending time with my parents (my close friends can tell you that I'm a mommy's girl AND a daddy's girl), and watching a LOT of TV. Yep, I've been making up for lost TV time. I really didn't get to watch TV much while I was working, specially during the time I was living in the apartment, since there was no cable and I eventually got tired of watching Magpakailanman. Hahaha. For the past couple of months I've been happily wathcing Survivor Guatemala, The Amazing Race Family Edition, all those primetime shows on Star World and lots of other stuff. I've also been watching a lot of DVDs (thanks sa lahat ng nagpapahiram!). Some films I remember seeing recently are The Shipping News, Along Came Polly, The Wedding Date, Mr. & Mrs. Smith (which I found VERY disappointing), If Only, etc, etc. Ooh, and I also watched the entire first season of Lost. So for those of you who've been wondering where the hell I've been, no, I have not fallen off the face of the Earth. I've been sitting in front of the TV. Oh, I've also been playing this game a lot! I swear nakaka-adik sya. And this is just me babbling...

Anyway, I'll answer all those questions you guys asked now...

From Airah:
1. the most embarrasing moment for you?
Hmm... Mahirap to coz I'm generally a clumsy klutzy person, so I've had many embarrassing moments... I think it would have to be the second time I fell off a speedboat that wasn't moving. Haha. This happened in Caliraya one termbreak with my blockmates. And yes, it was the second time I fell off a speedboat that wasn't moving, the first time being in Leyte with my family.Ü

2. fullname? (haha..)
Ayoko nga! Ma-identity theft pa ako!Ü

3. you'll be caught dead wearing what?
I would be caught dead or I wouldn't be caught dead wearing what? I'll answer both anyway. Hehe. I WOULDN'T be caught dead wearing shoulder pads. But I would actually be caught dead wearing leggings.Ü

From Ccigaux:
1. what/who do you fear?
I fear the loss of someone I truly care about.

2. what is justice?
Justice is getting what you deserve, good or bad, based on your actions.

3. if there's one emotion you could sacrifice (or to be taken off to your system) for higher understanding, what will it be?
Pride. Pride is the enemy!Ü

From Tiepee:
1. Bakit makapal lagi ang makeup ng mga saleslady sa SM? Hahahaha.
Ahh! May theory si Bong dyan. You remember those ghosts in the Mario games? The ones that follow you around when you're not looking then stop the minute you turn around and face them? Bong thinks sales ladies are like that. They trail you as you browse, but pretend to be busy doing something else once you notice them. And then they come in for the kill, aka their sales pitch. The makeup is just part of the costume!Ü

2. Anong sikreto niyo ni Bong?
Hahaha... Mahirap to. We fight naman, minsan nga nagpipikunan kami on purpose. I think we just really try our best to be understanding with each other. And we never stop trying to find things that we both love to do and do those together. We eat together, play games together, take silly pictures together, we've worked together, even starred in a short film together (school project, enough said)!

3. What's your fave zobel memory?
Kuchay Pie for lunch!!!

From Floi:
1. How did you start up managing BPM?
The members of BPM have been my freinds since we were kids. Plus the vocalist is my boyfriend. Hehehe. When the band started I was still working in events and had access to quite a few people in the music business. I guess that might be why they asked my to manage them. Hehe.Ü

2. What is your secret dream/goal?
I want to be able to go to the beach with my husband and children someday and be able to wear a bikini. My mom's a sexy mommy kasi, I guess that's where this comes from.

3. If you could listen to just one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
If i could listen to just one song for the rest of my life I would be completely miserable! But I would have to pick God Only Knows by The Beach Boys. I never get tired of that song.

From Cier:
1. If there is one famous person you want to hang out with for just one day who would that be and y?
Hmm... Brad Pitt, but only because crush ko sya.Ü

2. what do you think should our government do in all this issues about our country? the price hikes, corruption and the likes?
Honestly, I don't know... I think it's important that the government find some way to rid the country of debt. We can only start to really progress after that. That's what I think at least. As far as actually doing that goes, I honestly have no idea how that can be done without much of the country suffering.

3. what do you think of people who smoke weed?
I have nothing against it, just as long as they don't force me to smoke with them. I'll roll for them but I won't smoke the stuff myself.Ü

From Yogi:
1. Paul Cuyugan o Bong Cuyugan? Vincent Cuyugan?
Hahaha! Labo.

2. Kumot o unan?
Kumot. I can't sleep without a blanket.

3. Sinong kamuka mo? Daddy o Mommy?
Hati actually. Pero nakuha ko mannerisms ng mom ko.

And a pahabol question from Ccigaux:
What is it like being ms. patty?
It's sometimes weird, sometimes crazy, often boring but a lot of fun.Ü

footnotes...

Your Nail Polish Color is Pink

How you're unique: You're girly without being high maintenance

Why your style rocks: You're the perfect blend of stylish, preppy, and cute

What this color says about you: "I am secure enough not to follow every trend"

What Color Nail Polish Best Fits You?

music of the moment: Stonefree - Sayang
greetings:
Hello, hello to Patty, Angel, Acey, Eleanor (oh my god, nakaka-aliw naman, you still remember all of that!), Jet, Kris, Abster, Russ, Ice, Amgine, Ben Ariel, Jingo, Roanne, Kathy, Mari and Yayam!Ü

6 Years!

2005-11-19T13:28:00.000+08:00

Happy Anniversary to ME and BONG!

*And Happy Birthday to my Daddy!Ü

P.S. I'll answer your questions in my next post. Ask more questions!Ü Hehehe.Ü

footnotes...

You Are a Bad Girl

You are 30% Good and 70% Bad
You're a total bad girl, from your wild hair to tattooed toes.
But you're too badass to even care if you're labeled "bad"!

Are You a Good Girl or a Bad Girl?

music of the moment: Cher - The Shoop Shoop Song
greetings: Hi all!Ü

Let's Play A Game

2005-10-29T08:37:00.000+08:00

I actually got the idea for this blog post from cali.

Here's how it goes. You ask me any three questions, anything at all that you want to know about me. Just post your questions in my comment box. And then I'll answer all your questions in my next entry. Yes? Go!Ü

Just a quick little side story... Some guys have all the luck! My dad was in Atlanta last week for an Anesthesia convention. At the convention, he went up to this booth, answered a survey and was rewarded for his efforts with an iPOD Shuffle. Lucky man!Ü

footnotes...

You are Platform Sandals

Funky and urban
You've got a cutting edge style that everyone envies
A little bit downtown, a little bit euro, and whole lot of sexy!

What Kind of Sandal Are You?

music of the moment: Rod Stewart - Some GUys Have All The Luck
greetings:
ariane: swipe away!Ü
floi: i heart urbandub too!Ü
kris: halloo kris!! i want the gaghans to win also!Ü
chesca: halloo! i'll add you to my links also, thanks!Ü

Sign of Age?

2005-10-24T12:02:00.000+08:00

I was talking to a group of 3rd year highschool students from Zobel yesterday, batchmates of my sister. I was trying to make a point using Julie Tearjerkie. All I got in response were blank stares and a few open mouths. I can't believe my sisters batch doesn't know that song. Or maybe I'm just getting old.
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Tag Time!
Instructions:
1. Go to your archives.
2. Find your 23rd post.
3. Find the 5th sentence.
4. Post the text of the sentence in your blog with these instructions.
5. Tag five other people to do the same thing.

The 5th sentence of my 23rd post is:
"Just recently my trusty bidet broke and I've yet to get used to the new one."

I was tagged by acey. Now I'm tagging:
1. mari
2. kathy
3. kris
4. floi
5. toni

footnotes...

Your Hat Personality Is A

Floppy Hat

What Hat Are You?

music of the moment: Urbandub - Fallen On Deaf Ears
greetings:
tonio: sayang! ang lapit na ng answer mo sana! hehehe.Ü
kris: how is you? hehehe.Ü

PEARL

2005-10-18T23:01:00.000+08:00

I love you, Rain for answering the riddle!

I live in water.
If you take away my head, I'm at your door.
If you take away my tail, I'm a fruit.
If you take away both, I am with you.
What am I?

The answer is: PEARL
It lives in water.
If you take away the head, you get (P)EARL: a title hung on doors.
If you take away the tail, you get PEAR(L): a fruit.
If you take away both, you get (P)EAR(L): a body part, with you.

Wheeeeee!Ü

footnotes...

Your Reputation Is: Sweet Girl

While you're well known, there's nothing to worry about.
You're reputation is mostly good - as good as any rep can be.

What's Your Reputation?

music of the moment: Heart - Alone
greetings:
SORRY to everyone whom I bothered with this riddle. Hehe. I actually thought the answer was sea monkey. Or... Sea Donkey?Ü

My Brother and I Need YOUR Help

2005-10-13T15:55:00.000+08:00

If anyone can tell us the answer to this, we will love you FOREVER!

I live in water.
If you take away my head, I'm at your door.
If you take away my tail, I'm a fruit.
If you take away both, I am with you.
What am I?

Thanks folks!!Ü

footnotes...

You Are Midtown

You love so many things, you don't fit into any one label.
Your city girl persona goes to a fancy restaurant one night and a dive bar the next.

Are You Uptown or Downtown?

music of the moment: Fuel - Bad Day
greetings:
vera: yah, my tita uses splenda when she makes pies and ice cream.Ü yummy!
floi: halloooo!Ü me want my ketchup back. :(
yogi: hahaha. oo nga, pero oks lang, at least namamaximize yung space ko!Ü
kris: fellow chocoholic you are? yes?Ü
tonio: hahaha! atis for breakfast!! yes!!Ü
mari: hehe. actually, timanggal ko si bobby sa pic para tayong dalawa lang.Ü

Puro Asukal Lang Yan Eh

2005-10-11T20:24:00.000+08:00

I have been advised by my doctor (for reasons that I will disclose soon enough) to lessen my sugar intake, as well as my rice intake. Luckily, I was never really much of a rice fanatic. The only time you'll see me kain karpintero is when I'm eating Chinese food. Haha. It's the sugar that kills me, really. I have a HUGE, HUGE sweet tooth. And my mom's gone completely Martial Law on me. This morning I asked her to please buy me a tetra pack of apple juice because I really, really want apple juice. And I heard once again the line that's been haunting me for the past month, "Puro asukal lang yan eh." And it's not just the drinks and the desserts, it's the condiments too. I'm a big sauce fan. I'm one of the reasons why Mang Tomas and Ketchup are such big sellers. Haha. Now I'm limited to one teeny tiny little tablespoon of sauce per meal, if any. Sigh.

In other news...

My daddy is being proclaimed incoming Chairman of the Philippine Board of Anesthesiology for 2006 at the PBA Annual Conferment. That's happening this evening in Makati. Being the good daughter that I am (ahem-ahem), I've spent all morning typing out and printing everything he'll need for tonight. Then my mommy's taking me with her to the parlor this afternoon. While she gets prettied up for the ceremony, I'm gonna have my legs waxed and my nails done. Whee!!Ü

Oh, and check out the new songs that will be popping up in my playlist over the next few days. Dial-up is a B. This is gonna take a while.Ü

Pahabol! My mom just got back from the store, and guess what I have? Whee, apple juice!Ü

footnotes...

You Are a Total Girlie Girl

You love looking good, and wooing men with your womanly ways.
You're so feminine, men are in awe of you ... which is a very good thing.

How Girlie Are You?

music of the moment: Florante - Handog (thanks dad, na-LSS ako)
greetings:
louise: Hehe ako naman takot sa apoy.Ü
airah: Ako nga madalas pag nagluto ng hotdog sobrang brown nya.Ü
kira: Erm... Hi!Ü
tonio: Mahilig ka sa Dexter's Lab anoh?Ü
vera: Ooh. Sounds EASY! Hahaha.Ü I'll try that nga. Let you know how it turns out.
kathy: Labyu Katrina! i've always wanted to make yema. Yummy!Ü
mec: Is that the spicy chicken nuggets? Sounds yummy!Ü

Kitchen Impaired No More... Kinda.

2005-10-08T12:33:00.000+08:00

If you were to ask me what my biggest weakness is, I would say cooking. I've had many kitchen blunders over the years, known all too well by my siblings, the poor unfortunate souls who've had to eat whatever it is I had whipped up. The most memorable, I think, would have to be the potato pancakes. My lola gave me a Nancy Drew Cookbook one Christmas. I think I was about 11 years old then. I got all excited and wanted to start cooking for my family. So I found a recipe in that book for potato pancakes. The 11 year old me thought, "Perfect, I'll make everyone hash browns for breakfast!" The recipe was only enough for 2 servings, if I remember right. So I decided to double the recipe. Of course, I wanted everyone to have some. Somewhere between the number of eggs and the amount of salt and pepper used, I made some sort of mistake and ended up with runny, soggy, eggy potato strips. We tried adding more salt, more pepper, some ketchup, but nothing worked. No one wanted to eat my "hash browns" (not even me, hahaha). That was my kitchen trauma#1.

This is followed closely by my spaghetti sauce with an "umph". My mom asked me to heat (yes, HEAT) a pot of spaghetti sauce while she did the laundry. The only instruction she gave was "Don't forget to mix it". So every 5 minutes, I would take the lid off the pot and stir. 20 minutes later, my mom shouts from the laundry area, "Something's burning! Are you mixing the sauce?!" I said I was, which is the truth anyway. I guess she didn't believe me, which was a good thing. She came inside, lifted the lid off the pot and this horrible burnt smell started filling the kitchen. She got the ladle, mixed the sauce, turned to me and said, "Anak, you were only mixing the top part. The bottom half of the sauce is burnt and stuck to the bottom of the pot" (or something like that). True enough, when the sauce was spooned out, a great amount of black, rock hard spaghetti sauce was stuck to the bottom of the pot and was never removed. No one knows how I did it, but we had to throw the pot away because of the petrified spaghetti sauce at the bottom. Kitchen trauma#2.

There have been smaller incidents too. Trying to break open an egg and ending up with the whole thing splattered on my shirt, too much pepper in mashed potatoes, not enough mayonnaise in tuna spread, burnt toast, scrambled eggs stuck to the bottom of the pan, and almost burning down the house while cooking squid balls (too much oil, dropped in all the balls at once, oil overflowed, FIREBALL!!!!).

This is the reason why I do not cook. Not only do I end up with my feelings hurt from the nasty comments, I am also potentially dangerous in the kitchen. And my poor siblings have suffered enough. Hahaha.

My mom keeps telling me that I just need to practice, which I believe is true. She didn't know how to cook either when she was single. She was forced to learn once she got married. And she got real good at it too, as my figure will tell you. Hahaha. Anyway... I've decided to face my kitchen fears and start learning how to cook. One of my aunts actually challenged me a few months back to learn how to cook one dish each week. I feel that now is the best time to start since I spend most of my time at home doing nothing. After all, I don't want to end up with malnourished children and a starving husband someday.

I started this "learning experience" today. I actually made myself breakfast, which my mom says is the easiest meal to prepare. I wanted to test my cooking skills (or lack of) on myself before asking anyone else to put it in their mouth. I made myself an omelette with onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, fresh oregano and Parmesan cheese (something my mommy taught me), and some German franks. It wasn't perfect, but I was happy with it.

My omelette didn't quite come together. I had a huge chunk of egg with nothing in it and a few loose pieces of mushrooms and tomatoes scattered on my plate. I also discovered a huge chunk of eggshell stuck to the bottom of my mixing bowl when I poured the egg into the pan. Good thing it didn't fall in. The vegetables weren't as cooked as I wanted them to be. Good thing veggies can be eaten raw. When my mom made the exact same omelette, it came out golden and yummy looking. Mine was a little pale and uneven. And my sausage was a little too brown. I decided not to toast my bread for fear that I might end up with hard burnt toast. All in all, my breakfast was not too pretty, but was generally good. I'll take a picture of things I cook when they actually look more presentable. Hahaha.

Now I have to figure out what dishes to learn. Any suggestions? Simple meals please!Ü

footnotes...

You're Part Diva

You know that a girl's gotta work it to get her way in the world.
And while you aren't about to throw a tantrum at every turn...
You do amp up the drama when you know you need it.
You mix charm, honesty, and kindness to get ahead.

Are You a Diva?

music of the moment: Starland Vocal Band - Afternoon Delight
greetings:
Halloo Obi and Roanne! Animo La Salle!Ü
And Halloo Bubu!! Thanks for visiting me!Ü

Don't forget, if you guys have nothing to do, add me...
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Friendster#1:Ip_i_n_k_pIr_i_n_c_e_s_s@yahoo.com
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Multiply: http://prinsesapatricia.multiply.com

Add narin...
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And visit http://soundclick.com/bobbyparksmovement

Whee!

Woohoo Zobel!

2005-10-07T11:49:00.000+08:00

Congrats to the Zobel team for winning the UAAP Juniors Title for the first time. Whee!!

Now, if anyone can tell me where i can find either a copy of that game, or photos, erm, particularly of halftime, I will love you FOREVER! Hehehe. My sister danced kasi for the zobel pep squad and she's dying to see the performance. Please. Hehe. So she won't make kulit.Ü

And congrats to the FEU guys. I'm for DLSU, but I think the Tamaraws played hard and deserved the win.Ü

And (ulit), if wala kayong magawa, like me, add me sa...
YM: p_i_n_k_p_r_i_n_c_e_s_s
Friendster#1: p_i_n_k_p_r_i_n_c_e_s_s@yahoo.com
Friendster#2: pms.decastro@gmail.com (pag full na yung friendster #1)
Multiply: http://prinsesapatricia.multiply.com

Add narin...
BPM: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BPmovement
Rugis: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Rugis
And visit http://soundclick.com/bobbyparksmovement

Whee!

footnotes...

Your IQ Is 110

Your Logical Intelligence is Exceptional
Your Verbal Intelligence is Above Average
Your Mathematical Intelligence is Exceptional
Your General Knowledge is Above Average

A Quick and Dirty IQ Test

music of the moment: Karma - Alicia Keys
greetings:
tonio: ahahahahaha. kakaiba ka talaga tonio.Ü
kris: i read your latest post, your season ender. it's nice how uaap games really brings your family together.Ü

Cure Me

2005-10-03T14:28:00.000+08:00

Yes, I am bored.What to do, what to do? Maybe...
* Clean my room.
* Learn how to cook.
* Bake.
* Cross stitch.

What to do, what to do?

I miss working. At least it gave me something to do everyday.

Hehehe. Senseless post.

footnotes...

You Belong in Rome

You're a big city girl with a small town heart
Which is why you're attracted to the romance of Rome
Strolling down picture perfect streets, cappuccino in hand
And gorgeous Italian men - could life get any better?
What City Do You Belong in? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life
(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: The Beach Boys - God Only Knows
greetings:
acey: hallooey!Ü
amgine: ey! musta ka na?Ü
hanagirl: all this having nothing to do is really starting to get to me. hehe.Ü
delish: hehe. atis in the morning is actually quite refreshing.Ü
russ: let me know more about this event of yours! i'd be glad to help.Ü
kris: hala, matatapos na uaap season... what now?!Ü
tonyo: you're weird. hahahaha.Ü oist, masarap ang atis ha!

Humdrum

2005-09-26T11:23:00.000+08:00

Breakfast:
1 Atis
1 Whole wheat tomato and basil bagel with cream cheese
Vienna Sausage
Water

I'm getting bored. Hahaha. My friend Nico thinks I deserve this though, to finally get to live a tamad life at home. That's what I get for working while still in school. Then again, what am I talking about, I'm still in school. I really need to get my thesis done this term... Maybe tomorrow. Hehehe.

For now, it's just me and Rocket Mania Deluxe, my new addiction.

footnotes...

Your Japanese Name Is...

Yuri Shimizu

What's your Japanese Name?

music of the moment: Carly Simon - You're So Vain
greetings:
Thanks for the comments, Russ, Mo, Kathy, Ccigaux and Tonyo!Ü

Peace, Love and Rock N Roll

2005-09-15T14:02:00.000+08:00

You guys may have seen this in the papers. If not, read on...
BATTLE OF THE BANDS STAMPEDE
4 rock fans trampled to death in QC

There have been many unfair, upsetting and disappointing comments, the worst, i think, being this...
When the Muzik died

It's ironic coz people from Station_01 actually know and have worked with the author of this piece.

There were bouncers, police, tanods, swat, firefighters and red cross at this event. This was not a matter of lack of security, this was a matter of lack of discipline. The crowd outside the gates of Amoranto Stadium was actually so rowdy that rocks were being thrown at the guards. Being blasted with water from a fire hose didn't help calm the crowd at all. It's sad that something as simple as forming a line to buy tickets can no longer be done in a calm humanly manner. If these people wanted to get in so bad, they could have bought tickets in advance at the other shows or at ticketnet outlets. Now, because of lack of discipline, lives have been lost.

Some of my friends from work are still in shock over this. I know I'm still bothered. I think Monty put it best, "alagaan natin ang isa't isa"... Or something to that effect. We really can't and shouldn't be pointing fingers at each other saying this party is to be blamed for what happened. We should all remember that "Peace and Love" come before "Rock N Roll".

footnotes...

Your Mexican Name Is...

Doña Pasha

What's your Mexican Name?

music of the moment: Sugarfree - Kwarto
greetings:
Hallu to tonyo, acey, ives, hanagirl

BACK!

2005-09-12T11:27:00.000+08:00

Muziklaban is over and I am FREE!!!Ü

footnotes...

Your Amazing Yoda Sex Line

"Who's your Jedi master? WHO'S your Jedi Master?"

The Amazing Yoda Sex Line Generator

Loving and Letting Go...

2005-07-30T14:22:00.000+08:00

Thought I'd share with you guys one of my favorite short stories.

PLAYGROUND
Quark Henares

Along San Enrique Street in Ayala Alabang, right in front of this beautiful house full of windows is San Gabriel Park. My friend, who lives right next to it, has told me many stories of nighttime exploits between lovers in this park. How, for some reason or another it has become a Mecca of passion; a place where young teenagers and unlikely couples can escape form their world and explore each others’, whether behind the bushes or in the safety of their own automobiles.

Funny how that thought comes to me especially right now as I walk through the park with Cloie. It was probably the two potheads sitting in the corner saying “Woe, are we in for a show” as we passed them that triggered it. I almost laugh because they can be no further away from the truth.

Tonight is the last night that Cloie and I will ever share. It has been agreed that after tonight, we finally go our separate ways.
Why here? I don’t know. She just requested that we spend it here. When I asked her why, all she said was “I want to ride the see-saw with you”.

see-saw
As a child, my all time favorite ride was the see-saw. There was just something so great about going up and down with another person. It’s strange because the minute I get on, I expect to fly as high as a bird, and to feel the rush I had grown so accustomed to as a kid. I immediately realize, much to my dismay, that this is no longer the case, for I can hardly even get myself to go up against Cloei’s weight.

“Come on, jump.”

“Nevermind. It won’t work anyway.”

“No, try it.”

I jump, and I drop down even faster. This isn’t a friggin’ see-saw, this is a primitive catapult. Half-expecting to see Cloie shocked as hell and thankful that she wasn’t thrown to the other side, I am surprised by her laughter.

“That was fun,” she says, her eyes suddenly lighting up.

“Hello, I think ‘quick’ would be a better description.”

“Let’s do it again.”

Jump.

“I remember going here with you before, and remember what you asked me?”

Drop.

“Nope.”

Jump.

“You asked ‘do you think we’ll ever fight?’”

Drop. Before jumping, I stop to smile at the memory.

“Yeah. We never used to fight as much, did we?”

“Well, we still don’t fight that much if you think about it. We just argue over petty things.”

“But I’m tired, Cloie. You know that.”

“Jump.”

“Excuse me?”

“Jump. Don’t stop. My feet are getting tired from dangling.”

Jump.

“Yeah, I know you’re tired.”

Drop.

“You know what I regret though? In our year and five months together, we never did it, did we? That kinda sucks,” I say with a naughty grin on my face as I drop.

“TI-MEE!” she squeals. Everytime I’d be “naughty boy”, as she calls it, she’ll make that squeal. That high pitched little whine that only she and her soprano voice can make. One more thing to add to my list of things I’ll miss about her (item 42: Cloie’s squeal).

“Come on, I’m tired of jumping. Let’s go to that twirly thing.”

merry-go-round
She marches straight to that rusty red twirly thing, and I followed her closely behind. I love following her, especially watching her march (item 43: Cloie’s march). With no hesitation, she walks to the center of that rusty red twirly thing. Having never exactly seen this thing before except in a forgettable video by that band Sonic Youth, I ask her how to operate it.

“Well, you push it while running and then you get on. We’ll start twirling around.”

“Hey why do I have to push it? I was the guy who jumped kanina!”

“You’re stronger. And you’re a gentleman, right?”

It really is a pain in the neck arguing with this lady. I start pushing the twirly ride and she starts ‘whee’ing. After a while she gets dizzy.

“Woah. I’m getting dizzy Timmy.”

“Did you know that dizziness is caused by the cochlea or something in the ear? It’s like the fluid in your ear shakes around, causing your balance to get awry.”

“Of course not! When I was a kid in ballet classes, when we would spin around we had to keep our eyes looking at one position so we wouldn’t get dizzy.”

“Have you ever thought of it as a method of balancing the cochlea fluid?”

“Oh.”

Yes. I win this time. Ecstatic, I jump onto the twirly thing and it comes to a halt.

“I really must lose some weight.”

“You and me both.”

“Ha! After today I’m going on a diet in order to lose some weight and gain an ounce of attractiveness.”

“Timmy, when you’re all slim and buff, please promise me that you won’t go screwing your slutty classmate in Chem. It’s not like I have a right to interfere, but I know you’re better than that.”

“Well, you always knew me the best.”

“But you always never fail to surprise me. So don’t screw her, okay?”

We get off the twirly red rusty thing and head for the slide.

“Hello. It’s not as if she’d do me anyway,” I tell Cloie, semi-fishingly. “Besides, I think I’ll be going after Dang.”

slide
Cloie runs ahead of me, blocking my way to the slide.

“Ha! No way are you getting in without the password.”

“I’ll find a way. Men are smarter and stronger, you know.” Getting all chauvinist gets her really cranky, but for some reason it didn’t this time.

“Oh, go ahead. Bully.”

As I climb the ladder to the top of the slide, she yells below me, “Well! Dang! I always knew you had it in for her. You know what’s so sad though? I always felt that you two were so bagay.”

Damn. And I thought she forgot all about what I said. Truth is, I cannot see myself going out with anyone after Cloie. I loved Cloie so much, and still do, more than anything. It’s just that after a while, you get so tired. Tired of fighting over petty things like which movie to watch, tired of the basic tampo afterwards, tired of making all those cutesy faces and actions just to get her attention, tired of begging for her forgiveness. Looking back, Cloie and I never really fought. There were no screamfests or even days without talking to each other. There were pretty much just your run-off-the-mill petty arguments. But even after a while, a person gets tired of that.

“Cloie,” I say, getting ready to slide down. “You know that I won’t be going out with anyone after a while, right? I’m not mr. rebound, you know. I’ll probably enjoy some personal quality time. Besides, the coming year’s going to be work hell for me. I don’t think I’ll even have enough time to sleep.”

I go down the slide. It’s a good slide. Really shiny, and frictionless. Also, it doesn’t have that squeaking sound most slides make. In my kiddie playground, I used to have to force myself down the slide, inch by inch.

“Sure. Personal quality time. I’m sure you’ve had your fill of that.” She slides down behind me, stretching her arms out and making a small, shrill sound. I catch her.

“Hahaha. My little comedian,” I tell her as she looks up at me in my arms (item 44: biting humor).

We walk to the swings.

“Tell me this, Cloie. Remember our ride home together, when I told you that I thought it was time to split up? I was just surprised how well you took it. Do you want to get rid of me that bad?”

Cloie smiles.

swings
Cloie sits on the middle swing, and I sit on the right one. I notice the windowed house.

“Hey, you think we’ll be able to check out someone naked if we look long enough?” I ask.

“Don’t bother, Tim. I’ve been watching that house for years, and I’ve never seen any naked men.”

“Tsk, tsk. Such a shame.”

Cloie gets off her swing and starts to push on mine. I go up. Higher than I have ever gone on any see-saw, and faster than on any rusty red twirly merry go round. For some reason it is at that moment that I realize how cold it is.

“Hey, Clo, remember that Calvin and Hobbes strip where Hobbes pushes Calvin so hard he went all the way around?”

Cloie chuckles (item 45: her chuckle).

“You know, Tim, I didn’t expect this at all. I mean, a while ago, we were just having another of our little quarrels. When you told me what you thought, it went by so fast that I took it like a TV commercial. It’s only later, when what’s been said has been allowed to subside, that you realize what just occurred, that you realize what you’ve lost.

The swing stops. I look at her.

“I will love you forever, you know that don’t you?”

“Yeah.”

“And, I don’t know anymore, Cloie. I love you so much.”

swinging see-saw
I try to walk away, holding a whole gallon of tears just waiting to burst out. I head for the swinging see-saw, making sure I don’t see Cloie’s face, and that she doesn’t see mine.

“So why don’t you come back?”

“Come on Cloie. Let’s ride the swinging see-saw thingie.”

I hop onto the rusty, clanky simple machine, and she rides opposite me. It’s a shame that there are a few bars that prevent me from really looking at her face.

“Hey Cloie. Look at this. It’s newly painted. The old one used to be red.”

“Oh, yeah. I think it looked better the old way. I wonder why they missed painting the whole thing?”

“I’m sure they did. It’s just that, you know kids here. They enjoy destroying things.”

“Tim?”

“Hm?”

“Please come back.”

Cue tears.

I hate it. I hate it when this happens. Only Cloie makes me cry like this.

“What’s wrong, Tim?”

“I love you. I love you so much, you know that? And if I could have it my way, I’d spend every day of the rest of my life with you.”

“Then why don’t you?”

I look through the tears at her beautiful face. Although parts of it are protected by the bars, I see enough to keep the tears flowing. It would be so easy, you know, to just go back and forget everything that happened here. It would be so easy to just walk right across to where she sat and hug all our troubles away. I reach for her hand and hold it tight.

“Because I love you that much.”

There is a long silence, wherein we just stare at each other. In that short span of time I try to memorize everything about her; her pout (item 46), that little girl look she always gives me (which was already listed down as item 2) and her sigh (item 47). I walk across to where she is seated, give her a peck on the forehead and reach for her hand.

As we walk to the car, I take a second to make one last look at the playground. It is here, at night, that lovers come to display great passion.

It’s funny that we resemble more the children that come to play here in the morning.

*****
I've uploaded BPM songs in My Multiply Page. Gonna upload Rugis music as well. Hope you guys can check it out!

footnotes...

Your Dominant Thinking Style:

Visioning

You are very insightful and tend to make decisions based on your insights.
You focus on how things should be - even if you haven't worked out the details.

An idealist, thinking of the future helps you guide your path.
You tend to give others long-term direction and momentum.

Your Secondary Thinking Style:

Modifying

Super logical and rational, you consider every fact available to you.
You don't make rash decisions and are rarely moved by emotion.

You prefer what's known and proven - to the new and untested.
You tend to ground those around you and add stability.

What's Your Thinking Style?

music of the moment: Bobby Parks Movement - Oras
greetings:
bae: ur fanee!Ü
kris: nagtatampo ako sayo!!! hahaha. you didn't stay for the gig!!!
yogi: bakit blog ni kathy yung link na nakalagay sa comment mo?
ccigaux: ya, sana makapunta ka sa freedom bar gig!Ü
hannagirl: haha. hallu.Ü
tonyo: pretty witty noh? haha.Ü
russ: ahahaha. hallu!Ü
yax: happy weekend!Ü
tiepee: OhMyGod i can't believe you remember that!!! hahahahahaha. lafftrip!Ü

Burp

2005-07-24T21:16:00.000+08:00

I had Bacolod Chicken Inasal for dinner. Yum yum yum!!

Went to Lucena yesterday for the Muziklaban Nationwide Demo REcording Aid. The Rugis boys and Momie and RJ took real good care of me while I was there. Super thanks to the guys and I swear, lasing kayo when you come to Manila. Hahahaha.

I didn't even have to pay for a single meal while I was there, thanks to Momie. I swear, nahihiya na talaga ako, second time na to! He made me pa Veggie Pasta Momie Style for lunch! And I had Buddy's Pizza and Chami for dinner. Suuuper sarap talaga!! At may take home pa na Chami and Broas from the guys. Hahahahaha.

Oh, speaking of Rugis, RUGIS WILL BE AT...

UP Manila GAB Roofdeck
July 28, 2005
4:00pm

Freedom Bar
August 3, 2005
No Front Act Productions

Pacific Mall Lucena
August 5, 2005
Muziklaban Eliminations

and BPM WILL BE AT...

DLSU
July 29, 2005
6:00 pm

Freedom Bar
August 3, 2005
No Front Act Productions

Hope to see you guys at the gigs!

Things have been pretty hectic with me lately with Muziklaban and two very active bands. Hehehe. But I promise I'll post as often as I can. And oh, I had 14 hours of sleep last nght! Woohoo! My consuelo de bobo since we have work tomorrow.

footnotes...

Your Star Wars Pickup Line

"Hey! Did you just grab my ass from across the room with your Force Grip?"

What's Your Star Wars Pickup Line?

music of the moment: Rugis - Silid
greetings:
HI to YOGI, TONYO, VERA, OBI, PATTY, ACEY, RUSS, AMGINE, CHEENEE and BAE! Glad you like the little piece of literature I posted in my previous entry. To answer your questions, yes, I am ok, Bong and I did not break up, and Bae hindi yan tungkol sa atin. Hehehehehe. It's about a friend, and I woke up one day lang with words in my head. Oh, and it's not about a breakup either. Thanks for the comments you guys!

Waking Up With Your Thoughts

2005-07-14T08:31:00.000+08:00

He smiles at her
She looks up at him
She loves the way he looks at her.

She remembers the first time she got in his car.

He takes her hand
She glances at their fingers
Intertwined, they fit so well.

She remembers the first time they talked on the phone.

He gives her a hug
She leans her head on his shoulder.
This smell she will remember forever.

She remembers the first meal they shared.

He tells her his story
She listens.
He’s never been so honest in his life.

She remembers the first time they went on a date.

He listens to her story
She’s found a friend.
He means so much to her.

She remembers the first time they had a fight.

He brushes her hair off her face
She closes her eyes.
It’s time to go home.

A car horn honked.

She leans in, one last hug
It never comes.
She looks up, he looks away.

She remembered the first time he said I love you.

It’s gonna take her a while
She’s never over things easily.
He’s already getting over her.

She remembered the first time she said I love you too.

She walks away, towards her memories
She never looks back.
She never will.

And she knows he’ll never look at her that way again.

footnotes...

Your Sexy Brazilian Name Is

Luíza Pera

What's Your Sexy Brazilian Name?

music of the moment: Lifehouse - You and Me
greetings:
Patty: No eh, di rin ako nakanuod ng GC coz I was still sick.Ü
Elivazeth: Thanks!!Ü
Kris: Animo la Salle!!Ü Ooh, i like my hair too! It's so easy to manage! Sobrang wash and wear.Ü
Ivy: Haha, thanks!Ü
Mow: Why thank you!Ü
Floi: Go! I wanna see your new hair ha?Ü
Toni: Salamat! Hi Tonio!Ü
Gin: Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!Ü
Mari: Gaga ka! Kelangan natin mag usap!Ü

Pamper Me!

2005-07-10T14:32:00.000+08:00

Finally, a day at the parlor! I now have hairless legs, wonderfully red fingernails and toenails and a new hair cut!

before... wet look! haha.

New Hair!

Me with my little boy hair cut!

So what do you think?

Game 1 today for my Adamson Falcons!! Hahaha. Yes, another year of cheering for this team, and of course my alma mater DLSU!

footnotes...

Your Birthdate: February 25

Your birth on the 25th day of the month (7 energy) modifies your life path by giving you some special interest in technical, scientific, or other complex and often hard to understand subjects.

You may become something of a perfectionist and a stickler for details.

Your thinking is logical and intuitive, rational and responsible.

Your feelings may run deep, but you are not very likely to let them show.

This birthday makes you a more private person, more introspective and perhaps more inflexible.

In friendships you are very cautious and reserved.

You are probably inventive, and given to unique approaches and solutions.

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

music of the moment:
greetings:

Dreamy

2005-07-08T07:51:00.000+08:00

I had the WEIRDEST dream last night!

I don't remember exactly where I was in my dream, but I was with Alej and Julie from S_01 and Lalay and Pia, my thesis group. We were with this rock band whose name i will not mention, since I know some of their members are active online and if I have to work with them after any of them get to read this, it will be sooo embarassing!

To give you a clue, mystery rock band is now a 5-piece band with (in my opinion anyway) 3 cute members and 2 cuddly members. Hahaha.Ü

Anyway, as I said, I don't know where we were and I can't remember what we were doing there. Basta us girls were interacting with the boys. So I start talking to cute guitarist of rockstar band. He smiles at me, and were talking. Then for some reason, dreaming me remembers that this guy is actually the cousin of a girl i used to hang out with in class and I already met him once before, only I was very drunk and crying over my then boyfriend who was in Washington. I met guitarist guy in Pia's house pa. He wasn't yet a member of this band, he payed for another group, and I found his smile so cute and I've been crushing on him ever since.

Ok, so guitarist guy and I are talking and I tell him that I know his cousin and blahblahblah, and we're having fun. Then the drummer (who I'm friends with really) comes over to us and starts chatting, and I'm becoming more comfortable having drummer boy around, was very nervous when it was only guitarist guy.

Then... Hahahaha blank space, memory lapse.

Anyway, all I remember next is being on the phone talking to mr. frontman. And the weird part about this is we were all still together in the same place, and he was on another phone accross the table form me. And we were talking like that in front of everyone else and we would glance at each other and laugh when one of us said something funny. and in my dream, Alej was teasing me like anything. Hahaha. And there, we were just talking, frontman and I, for such a long time, till it was finally time for the band to leave. But before leaving, frontman gave me his number and asked for mine. Then I woke up.

Hahahaha. What a weird dream!!!

footnotes...

Star Wars Horoscope for Pisces

A typical Pisces, you have your head in the clouds.
You're self-sacrificing and a bit too passive to stand up to the dark side.
You become fairly pessimistic when put under pressure.
You are a chameleon - wanting to change your scenery on occassion.

Star wars character you are most like: Lando

What is Your Star Wars Horoscope?

music of the moment: Backstreet Boys - Incomplete (Wahahahahaha!Ü)
greetings:
franz: Haha.. Oo nga eh.Ü
vayie: Hehe, thanks. Had fun answering it.Ü
airah: Yup, hehe, umabot rin sya sakin.Ü
patty: Hi Patty!! Hehehe.Ü Ok lang ako, ikaw, kamusta?
acey: Thank you dearie!Ü
floi: Buti ka pa! ako, still recovering. Bleh! Achoo!Ü

Sick Sick Sick and the Music Baton

2005-07-05T09:46:00.000+08:00

That would be me. It's my 5th sick day and I'm still, well, sick. Hahaha. Here's something, long overdue, from Ariane.

She passed me this Music Baton. That means i have to name 5 songs that I love and have meaning to me. 5 songs, as Ariane said herself is so konti! But, I'll just have to try.

1. No More Lonely Nights - Paul McCartney
Each time Bae sings or plays this song, I know everything's gonna be OK.

2. Bahay Bahayan - Bobby Parks Movement
Coz it's a cute song and Bong wrote it and it's about me!

3. The Nearness of You
Coz it's my mommy's song.

4. House at Pooh Corner - Kenny Loggins
Coz my daddy taught me that song.

5. Landslide - Fleetwood Mac
It's one of my senti songs...

So now i have to pass on this Music Baton...
to Mari
to Mina
to Minette
to Kathy
to Monica

Another one. Found this is Vayie's Blog while looking for something to do.

Three names you go by:
*Chumsy - my family nickname
*Patty - my commercial nickname (hahaha)
*Bae - what Bong calls me

Three screen names you have had:
*SiNNerGrL - nung uso pa mIRC
*p_i_n_k_p_r_i_n_c_e_s_s - my crazy yahooID
*prinsesapatricia - my multiplyID

Three physical things you like about yourself:
*my smile
*my hair
*my complexion (nax!)

Three physical things you don't like about yourself:
*my height! kulaaaang!
*my allergies
*my hump (yes i have a hump on my back)

Three things that scare you:
*Frogs! actually reptiles and amphibians in general
*Starfish hahahahaha
*Fish swimming around me in the ocean (haha. diba bae?)

Three of your everyday essentials:
*Talk to Bae
*Take a bath
*Brush my teeth

If we're talking about physical stuff:
*Cellphone
*Lipstick
*Wallet

Three of your favorite bands/musical artist:
(off the top of my head. there are so many eh)
*Mayonnaise
*Sandwich
*Imago

Three of your favorite songs:
(off the top of my head. there are so many eh)
*Comfort in Your Strangeness - Cynthia Alexander
*Taning - Imago
*Bakit Pt2 - Mayonnaise

Three things you want in a relationship:
*Respect
*Care
*Trust

Three truths and lies:
Truths:
*I have the tendency to overwork myself. Hahahaha.
*I know what I want
*I need a real vacation
Lies:
*I can't wait to go back to work
*I don't think I'm pretty. Hahahahaha.
*I'm not happy.

Three physical things about the opposite sex that appeals to you:
*SMILE
*hair is VERY important
*shoulders

Three of your favorite hobbies:
*Reading
*Surfing (online ha)
*Talking!

Three things you want to do really badly now:
*Eat my mom's Cheeto's hahaha
*Eat those m&m's bae gave me but said i couldn't eat till i'm well
*Hug bae. coz i'm wawa.

Three careers you're considering/you've considered:
*Professional Shopper!
*Film Production Manager
*Superstar hahahahaha

Three places you want to go on vacation:
*Greece
*Egypt
*Australia

Three things you want to do before you die:
*Get married
*Have kids
*See a real live eskimo!

Three ways that you are stereotypically a girl:
*I pms each month
*I play the helpless little girl when i need to
*I use everything with reflective quality as a mirror. Hahahaha.

Three celebrity crushes:
*Eric Bana!!
*David Beckham (of course naman!)
*Christian Bale

DONE!

footnotes...
music of the moment: Lifehouse - You and Me
greetings:
Cheenee: Halloo!Ü

House Arrest

2005-07-03T15:57:00.000+08:00

I have a really bad case of the flu. :(

footnotes...

You Belong in 1971

1971
If you scored...
1950 - 1959: You're fun loving, romantic, and more than a little innocent. See you at the drive in!

1960 - 1969: You are a free spirit with a huge heart. Love, peace, and happiness rule - oh, and drugs too.

1970 - 1979: Bold and brash, you take life by the horns. Whether you're partying or protesting, you give it your all!

1980 - 1989: Wild, over the top, and just a little bit cheesy. You're colorful at night - and successful during the day.

1990 - 1999: With you anything goes! You're grunge one day, ghetto fabulous the next. It's all good!

What Year Do You Belong In?

music of the moment: The White Stripes - Blue Orchid
greetings:
hahaha here i go again! sorry but i can't do my individual greetings again... i'm dizzy na eh. :(

Hi, my name is Patty and it's been 26 days since my last blog post.

2005-06-26T16:42:00.000+08:00

Where the hell have I been?! Hahahaha!

It's my first lazy day in a long time. Have to say, it feels sooooo good!

I desperately want my own digital camera so I can just photograph every great thing I see and do! Then I wouldn't have to write about things. I could just show you guys, right? Right!

Anyway, so where the hell have I been...?

We've officially kicked off Muziklaban season, therefore I will be Über busy for the next three months. Hahaha. Oh yeah, you guys try to catch our next event, it's soooo cool you'll cry. It's called the Roving Rock Stage and it will look exactly like Mayonnaise's Bakit Pt.2 video. The first leg will be on July 6 all over Manila, and the 2nd leg will be on July 7th around QC. How cool is that?! Mayonnaise and other cool bands on a flatbed truck playing at your school! I'll keep you guys posted on the final route of the truck. It would be so great if you guys could come and watch!

Yesterday we had the last of our series of Muziklaban Mall Clinics. This one was in Star Mall EDSA-Shaw. I'm gonna post photos of all four clinics in my Multiply page once I steal them off our office computer. Hahaha. See, there, that's what I mean about having my own camera! Anyway, anyway, anyway... Yesterday's clinic kinda looked like the Rock Stage at the Fete. As Marlette put it, "I looked at the crowd and it was the same sea of faces..." That's what you get for putting together members from Cheese and Chicosci to do a music clinic. Hahaha.

Speaking of the Fete, were you guys able to go? Major thanks to everyone (kung meron man, hahaha) who dropped my the Alternative Stage for BPM's set! Ang galing! And I have to say, the guys were so lucky coz the setup was much nicer at Podium than at El Pueblo. The crowd at the Rock Stage was completely wild! Boyong and I watched everything from the 2nd floor of Racks. Too bad coz I was looking forward to watching so many bands. At least I got to see Sandwich play right before the chaos! Eventually the heat and the rowdy crowd got toe me, and so Boyong and I camped out at Rack's for the rest of the night. This year's Fete was so HOT (literally!) compared to last year's wet Fete. Ooh, thanks also to everyone who came to watch my new babies, Rugis!

Speaking of Rugis (yes, I am topic-hopping), had such a trip with the guys at Balayan, Batangas for the Lechon Festival last week! Pat and I left Manila at around 1:30pm. After a MASSIVE lunch at McDo, he and I were just about ready to be part of the lechon parade! Hahaha. We arrived at Lucena to pick up the guys (and their girlfriends and friends) at around 5:30pm. Waited for everyone at Bongo's Cafe. Ang sarap ng food mehn!! Haha, yes, more food! Finally left at about 6:30, and the amazing race began. We had an 8pm call time, our driver wasn't quite sure how to get to where we had to go and we ended up taking the long way! Hahahaha. The set went well and we were all tired, and Pat and I had to take the guys back to Lucena after. So we went back South and 2 hours later were headed back North. I got home at like 7am, slept for a few hours and went straight to work. Haha. But it was worth it. Had a great time! What a trip!

So there. Time to rest now.

footnotes...

Your Brain is 73.33% Female, 26.67% Male

Your brain leans female
You think with your heart, not your head
Sweet and considerate, you are a giver
But you're tough enough not to let anyone take advantage of you!

What Gender Is Your Brain?

music of the moment: Stonefree - Sayang
greetings:
HI to everyone who posted on my tagboard!!Ü

and HI also to everyone who commented on my previous post! I'm too tamad to do my usual greetings... Next time, I promise!!!Ü

South Baby

2005-06-05T14:08:00.000+08:00

This past week was proof of how much I miss the South.

1. Zarky's Gig
I've been spending so much time in the North, working in Pasig, living in Makati on weekdays and going to school in Taft. While I do like the North coz there are a lot of things to do there and I have quite a few friends from there, I'm still most comfortable in the South. Not surprising, since i grew up here.

Last night we had another Zarky's gig. It was as successful (if you would call it that) as the first one, and lots more fun, I think. Almost everyone there was from Zobel, and everyone knew everyone else. Some of the bands were so young, second year highschool. Everyone just had a great time and everyone was happy to play. It was the complete opposite of that gig I tried to pull off at Gweilo's where I didn't really know most of the bands and I had the hardest time getting people to come. Sayang lang coz I wasn't able to take photos this time coz I was too busy manning the entrance.Ü

Super thanks to amgine for coming!!! Whee! Nagkita rin tayo!

Super thanks to all the bands who played and my friends who came!Ü End of the month ulit!

2. Saturday Market
Actually this was last weekend pa, but it's only now that i actually have the time to blog about it. I went with my mom to the organic market in Narra Park again last weekend. It's been a long time since we got to do that. Had taho for breakfast, bought eggs and some vegetables and tried all the different food they were selling there. It was a lot of fun, even though it was really hot. And as always, my mom and I had a hard time restraining ourselves from buying everything there.Ü

3. South Supermarket
We were all happily watching TV at home last Saturday afternoon when there was a sudden blackout. So my mom, my brother and I, being the only ones at home, decided to go to the grocery to buy some junkfood and for the aircon. Hehe. Boyong and I were like two little kids trailing after our mommy in the grocery squealing "Mommy buy me this!" Haha, it was so funny! We ended up with chips, ice cream, chocolate bars, cookies and soda. Hahaha. Pigs much? But we all had a really fun time, though my mom kept saying we were makulit and my brother and I probably gained 5lbs each because of all the food we bought. Haha. Felt like we were kids again!Ü

4. Search-in Weekend
Bong and I went to SI c100, and though we were only there for opening and closing and we weren't able to stay for any of the activities, just being able to visit Search In again was a great for me.

5. Kitties
I miss my cats when I'm away. I swear, I have the three most beautiful cats in the world. (Walang Kokontra!!)Ü

6. My mom's cooking
Still the best food ever. At least I think so.

7. My House, My Room, My Bed, My Pillow.
Enough said.

Oh yeah, I posted new photos in my multiply page in case you guys are interested.Ü

footnotes...

You are

What Rejected Crayon Are You?

music of the moment: Loquy - Lullaby of Wind and Tree
greetings:
shai: hehehe. hassle nga naman maging ganyan noh?Ü
yogi: oo nga, grabe tong si pholet, ang haba talaga ng mga post.Ü
tonyo: yes, natuwa ako at nakita kita after a loooong time. alam mo naman na dati pa, aliw na aliw nako sayo!Ü best thesis ka? hindi ah, kami yun! hahaha.Ü
ccigaux: i agree, i would much rather be single than in a pseudo relationship.Ü
franz: although minsan it's the guy na kawawa sa parang kayo pero hindi na relationship. you have to admit, not all girls are angels.Ü
cheenee: aww... can relate ba?
kris: kris i mishyu!Ü
hana: hi! sorry, i'm lost. hahaha. how do i do what?Ü
amgine: thanks thanks talaga for coming kagabi!Ü

Matters of the Heart Again

2005-05-26T10:55:00.000+08:00

I've become a Yahoogroup freak. I'm a member of over 50 groups, I read messages and I post every once in a while in selected groups. I stumbled upon this in the mayonnaise Yahoogroup. It was posted by pHoLeT. I feel it's something a lot of us can somewhat relate to, that's why i chose to post it here.

PARANG KAYO PERO HINDI

She is a 24-year old copywriter. He is an architect. They met and became lovers in college. They broke up last year but remained "friends"

They send sweet text messages and he calls her often to make sure she's okay. They still date. They still have sex.

They don't see anyone else. It is obvious that they still love each other but when asked about their situation, she doesn't know the real score.

Even her friends are in the dark. "Parang sila, pero hindi."

She works in a telecom. He is reviewing for the board. They are in the same barkada. They talk on the phone till 4 am. He gives her chocolates, flowers and CDs even when there is no occasion. Their friends are suspecting something. Bakit sila nagsosolo kapag may overnight inuman? Why does he hold her close on the dance floor? Bakit sila magkaholding hands lagi? Sila kaya?

"He hasn't admitted anything," she rants. "But I let him hug and kiss me. “Parang kami, pero hindi."

They work together in an ad agency. After office, they would watch movie, have dinner and stroll at Glorietta. She gave him Harry Potter books for his birthday in exchange for posing as her boyfriend to make an ex jealous. They made out during the company outing in Subic and never talked about it. He said "I love you" once but she wasn't sure if she heard him correctly because they were both drunk then. But one thing she is sure of is her feelings for him. She likes him. And she's assuming that with what he's doing to her and with her, he likes her, too. There's just one hitch: he has a girlfriend!

She is a 28-year-old virgin. He's a 35-year-old bachelor. Both mountaineers, they became close during their climbs. After a few dates in posh restaurants, he brings her to his condo where they would make out. They have been doing this for months. She wants to believe that "sila na" but then she's not really sure about it. "We don't talk about it but it doesn't really matter," she'd tell her friends. "What's important is I am enjoying this -- whatever it is."

The "parang kayo, pero hindi" stage. Others call it MU or mutual understanding. Pseudo-relationships. Pseudo-boyfriends. Flings. Almost like a relationship, but not quite. It is a phase where the persons involved are more than friends, but not quite lovers. Puwedeng may verbal agreement, puwedeng wala. One or both of you may have admitted your feelings, possible ding hindi. You just let your gestures do the talking for you. Walang pormal na ligawan na nangyari. Hindi kayo mag-dyowa. Pero sa kilos niyo, sa mga sinasabi niyo, parang kayo, pero hindi.

This kind of "relationship" can happen at different stages for different reasons. It can happen after a break-up. You still love each other and you want to be with each other but you broke up for a reason. And for reasons that you alone know, ayaw niyo na muna magkabalikan.

It can also happen before a relationship, iyong pareho kayong nakikiramdam. Possible din na ayaw niyo munang mag-seryoso kaya kunwa-kunwarian lang muna. Testing lang.

Puwede ring hindi puwedeng maging kayo kasi isa sa inyo --usually the guy --may ka-relasyon na. Kaya habang hindi pa siya nakikipag-break doon sa girl (sabi niya makikipag-break siya soon pero di naman niya ginagawa), wala muna kayong relasyon para nga naman hindi siya nangagaliwa kasi "hindi naman kayo."

This pseudo-relationship stage, for a time, can be fun. Lalo na kung naghahanap ka lang naman ng "kalaro."

Pero huwag ka lang mag-e-expect na may patutunguhan kayo kasi wala talagang kasiguraduhan.

So bakit ang daming nagse-settle sa ganitong set up ganoong hindi naman sigurado kung may patutunguhan?

Iba't ibang dahilan. Puwedeng for fun lang. Puwedeng "buti na iyan kesa wala" or puwede na iyang "pantawid-gutom." Meaning, habang wala pa iyong the real thing, doon muna sa kunwa-kunwarian.

For those who are not in a serious relationship, they would think that pseudo-relationship is better than no relationship at all. It would be fun, if all you are after for is that "kilig" feeling.

Aminado naman ako na once upon a time, may mga pseudo-relationships din ako. No commitments involved. For the simplest reason that they couldn't commit, because they were either committed to someone else, or that they weren't ready to commit.

My rationalization, "okay na iyun, kesa wala."

Ang habol ko lang naman, iyong kilig feeling. Iyong merong nagtatanong kung kumusta araw ko. Iyong merong ka-cuddle sa beach outing. Iyong kapag tumunog ang cellphone, mapapangiti na ako dahil alam kong galing sa kanya ang message. Iyong merong laging kasama. Habang wala pa ang the real thing, puwede na itong pagtiyagaan.

But then I learned that although it was only a pseudo-relationship, the emotions were real. And usually, in this kind of set up, ang babae lagi ang lugi.

Una, you can't ask him to commit. Since it's not really a relationship, you can't demand commitment from your partner. Ano ba kayo? May K ka nga ba magpasundo ng hatinggabi? You will always be uncertain about your role in his life. You can't expect him to be always there with you. And if you feel jealous of the other girls, you just have to keep it to yourself. Ano ka ba niya para magselos?

Pangalawa, what if you fall deeply in love with him? You can't be sure if he feels the same way. Baka nag-a-assume ka lang na mahal ka rin niya. Even if you are dying to tell him you love him, you can't. Because you're not sure if he'll like it. Baka mapahiya ka lang. This stage will always make you wonder where you are in the relationship or if there is a relationship at all.

Pangatlo, what if you become attached too much?

What if you have invested all your emotions and this man hasn't? What if you remain faithful to him, not entertaining other guys, only to find out that he is seeing other girls?

Isa pang downside ng pseudo-relationships, it is fleeting. When a disagreement sets in, or when one of you gets cold, then that would be the end of it. Unlike in a serious relationship, hindi mo alam kung saan ka lulugar sa isang pseudo-relationship. Wala kang pinanghahawakan. Kasi sa pseudo-relationship, there is no "us." Meron lang "you and me," hindi "us."

Buti sana kung pseudo-pain din lang ang mararanasan mo. Kaso, hindi eh. Real pain. And usually, kahit tapos na ang pseudo-relationship, hindi mo maiwasan umasang one day, may karugtong pa rin iyun. And you will be miserable, hoping to bring back what you used to have, only to find out eventually that the guy is in another pseudo-relationship with somebody else.

Ang hirap, ano? You agreed to this kind of set up for fun and then you'd end up hurting yourself in the process.

Pero puwede naman maiwasan ang pain eh. Puwede naman na hindi mo muna isipin ang future and just enjoy the feeling, without thinking of the consequences.

But if you are certain that you are going to hurt yourself in the process, kailangan mo mamili. You can be happy and live the moment without worrying what would happen next. Or you can stop settling with pseudo-relationships and wait for the real thing.

When I was younger and in a pseudo-relationship with an unavailable guy, a friend told me, "Sige, kung ayaw mong magpapigil, bahala ka. Magpakasaya ka. Pero huwag kang iiyak-iyak pagkatapos, dahil tatadyakan kita."

Ang bottom line lang naman, kung magpapasaya sa iyo, gawin mo. Ihanda mo lang ang sarili mo sa consequence. Dahil ang "parang kayo pero hindi" stage ay bihirang nagiging totoo. Usually, hanggang doon lang siya... almost, but not quite.

footnotes...
GIG KO TONIGHT SA GWEILO'S EASTWOOD
Punta naman kayo sige na!

Featuring:
INKK
Kalzada
Bobby Parks Movement
RSGD
Monkeyspank
Zealots

Show starts at 10pm.
Entrance is P100.

Your Irish Name Is...

Gemma Blake

What's your Irish Name?

music of the moment: Damien Rice - The Blower's Daughter
greetings:
Shai: Hehe... hindi na puro plug! Hehe.Ü
Acey: Were you able to listen na?Ü
Kris: Haha, it's OK, you're excused coz i know how busy you are!Ü

GIG PLUGGING AGAIN!

2005-05-21T17:35:00.000+08:00

Sana makapunta kayo!

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BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT GIG SCHEDULE

GWEILO'S EASTWOOD
25 May 2005
Chrome Eight Circle

GWEILO'S EASTWOOD
26 May 2005
Probinsyano Hits Vol.1

FATIMA PARK BETTER LIVING
28 May 2005
Youth Night

CAFE SAGUIJO
31 May 2005
Ombudsmen EP Launch

EL PUEBLO
18 June 2005
Fete de la Musique

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You guys can FINALLY Listen to our songs, pero isa pa lang ata naka-upload. Hahaha. Listen parin!:
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/6/bobbyparksmovement.htm

footnotes...

You Are 65% Normal
(Really Normal)

Otherwise known as the normal amount of normal
You're like most people most of the time
But you've got those quirks that make you endearing
You're unique, yes... but not frighteningly so!

How Normal Are You?

music of the moment: Zoom Zoom Lunacy - Panalangin
greetings:
cheenee: sana nga maraming pumunta sa mga gigs ko eh! haha.Ü
cier: sa blog na tayo nag meet... no hindi ako vocalist. manager ako. i'm musically impaired! haha.Ü
ccigaux: let me know agad kung tutuloy kayo sa 26 ha?Ü
kathy: hahaha. salamat sa tulong kagabi!Ü

Another Week In My Boring Little Life

2005-05-20T11:00:00.000+08:00

But this time, I'll start from today. Hehehe.

~*~

Friday (today): LONG WEEKEND!
No work today! Wheeee! Right now I'm chatting with AJ and sobrang nakakatuwa sya. Wala lang, just wanted to share. Good thing also walang work coz I'm still rushing a few more requirements for BPM, Rugis, and Zoom Zoom Lunacy for Fete de la Musique. So I'm going to Bong's house later to compile everything then we're off to Alliance. Then straight to Alabang to set up

ZOBEL STRIKES BOX
It's this little project that me, Monty and a few other friends are staging TONIGHT, MAY 20 at 9PM at the RGM Building, Aguirre St. BF Homes Las Pinas (next to Beluga). Featuring the following bands: Pitik, Milano, Indiemo, Bobby Parks Movement, Mayonnaise and many many more! Really hope you guys can come.

~*~

THURSDAY (yesterday): Date! and banks hiding behind trees!
Louie and I made a mad dash from bank to bank in the afternoon. We first had to encash a check in Prudential Greenhills. The funny thing is we were in such a rush and we couldn't find the damn bank. We actually had to go around pa so we barely made the 3pm cut off. It was so funny when Lou pointed out the window and said, "There it is! Behind the bushes!!". Hahaha. My job is fun.

After work Bae took me out to dinner and a movie. We ate at Cafe Mediterranean in Rockwell. Yum yum, my favorite hummus and moussaka with couscous! Yum Yum Yum!! Then we went to see Star Wars Episode III. Soooobrang galing!! I'm such a Star Wars fanatic pa naman. The film was everything I hoped it would be (naks naman. hahaha). Hassle lang coz I've been so tired na I was actually having trouble staying awake in some parts. Pero Bong and I will watch it again. Hahaha. I'm just a little sad that the Star Wars Series is finished.

~*~

WEDNESDAY: Halo House of Rock
Was supposed to go to the Greyhoundz album launch at Pasiklab but it was a little late na so we went straight to Halo nalang after work. It was Kevin's birthday celebration thing. We got there right after the Kinky Hooters set, just in time to see LOQUY!! It was so nice hearing them live again, grabe! What's better is I got to watch Razorback!!! Wheee ang saya saya!

My one regret is I forgot to bring my camera. Tsk tsk.

~*~

TUESDAY: Happy Birthday Mr. Roy
Happy Birthday Kevin!! (Syempre wala rin picture, parang si Aia).

~*~

MONDAY: Happy Birthday Baby
Happy Birthday Bong!!

footnotes...

Your Love Style is Agape

You are a caring, kind, and selfless partner.
Unsurprisingly, your love style is the most rare.
You are willing to sacrfice your world for your sweetie.
Except it doesn't really feel like sacrifice to you.
For you, nothing feels better than giving to the one you love.

What's Your Love Style?

music of the moment: Debbie Gibson - Electric Youth
greetings:
Emma: Why thank you! I LOVE dancing to 80's music! It's just so FUN!Ü
Toni: Ang funny funny mo talaga!!!Ü Nakakamiss ka!Ü
Acey: Thank you darling!Ü
Shai: Yep, it was a one day sick feeling. Malamang from the heat!Ü
Hanagirl: Hahaha. You know, hindi ko ma-shake yung wild boys sa utak ko. Todo LSS!Ü
Emma:
Roanne: Yep, I'm lucky na madalas fun yung ginagawa ko!Ü
Kai: Haha, thanks, no one's ever said I'm cool before. HahaÜ
Cheenee: Haha. Hindi, actually my life is pretty boring. I post lang yung mga fun na events. Really. Haha.Ü
Carme: My friend says thank you!Ü
Russ: Send it, send it!! pms.decastro@gmail.comÜ
Ccigaux: Alam mo tuwang tuwa ako sayo!!! You're so super nice!!!Ü

Another SikSik Post!

2005-05-12T19:14:00.000+08:00

Haha, I've been so busy that I don't get to post all the fun stuff happening in my life. Hahaha. I better not get used to these compressed posts, they're boring. Hahaha.

First of all, THANKS to CCIGAUX for coming to the Grateful Sounds gig!!! Astig ka!!!

Monday, 09 May:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOUIE!

This is us "emoting" in La Union
(Yes, we posed like this on purpose)

Tuesday, 10 May:
Another BPM gig at Saguijo! If you guys wanna see my Über cute boys, check out the bands photos in my Multiply Site. Left right after the set to go to Aia's birthday party. Ang saya saya! And they even got me dancing. Hahaha. Diego did such a good job picking all those corny 80's hits that Bong and I couldn't help but move to the music. Hahaha. I'm glad I got to go, coz muntik na rin na hindi.

Wednesday, 11 May:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AIA!! (Now lang I realized na wala kaming photo na magkasama. Haha.)

Today I stayed home because I have a slight fever.

Haha. I'm so boring! I'll post photos soon, para naman magka color yung blog ko. Hahaha.

footnotes...

Your Inner European is French!

Smart and sophisticated.
You have the best of everything - at least, *you* think so.

Who's Your Inner European?

music of the moment: Duran Duran - Wild Boys
greetings:
Patty: haha, Oo nga noh!! I'll link you up ok?Ü
Cheenee: haha, yep I am! Thanks!Ü
Kris: Hiyaw!!! I miss yah Krissy!!Ü
Carme: Yep I'm back again. Haha!Ü
Ri: Heya!! Yep, I'm back. Haven't been able to go through all the links in my old blog yet, sobrang hectic ko. Hahaha.Ü
Ccigaux: Astig ka talaga!! Thanks for coming to the gig!!
Hanagirl: Hmm... I really don't know. haha. I'm a Pisces.Ü
Kathy: Ah, yah, naka-YM ko sya.Ü

Halo Halo

2005-05-07T14:14:00.000+08:00

Before anything, gig plugging muna!

GRATEFUL SOUNDS!
A 90's Rock, Alternative and Contemporary Music Tribute!!!

WITH OVER 20 GREAT BANDS!
5:00 Pleasurebox
5:30 Tubig
6:00 -
6:30 Coldsiren
7:00 Noodleburger
7:30 Elevator Action
8:00 Crash Ambulance
8:20 Catatonic
8:40 BoyMeatsGirl
9:00 Suspicious Character
9:20 Bok76
9:40 Narda
10:00 Atticsessions
10:20 Fancycakes
10:40 Chrome8
11:00 Kartoon Chemistry
11:20 Here
11:40 Iora
12:00 Bobby Parks Movement
12:30 Rugis
1:00 The Brew
1:30 Subway19
2:00 -
2:30 -

* Live Bands * Mini Bazaar * Isaw * Fishballs * Dirty IceCream * Pizza * Beer * Nachos * Hotdogs * Cool Drinks * FREE CD's! * Giveaway's and lots more! *

ENTRANCE is ONLY P50!!!

Today, May 7, 5PM onwards.
Sanvil Katipunan Minigolf. Katipunan Ave., cor. Marcos Hi-Way and
Aurora Blvd. Right between Ateneo de Manila University and Petron.
Right beside the Katipunan flyover. :)

Now that that's over with... Highlights, Highlights!
Saturday, April 30: I attended my first Pulp Summer Slam!!! All I can say is, some of these people are so hardcore. They stayed from 1pm till the end of the show. Grabe. And it was so hot pa nung afternoon! The Muziklaban segment went well, if I do say so myself, so worth it yung pagod at puyat naming lahat. Got to see some of my favorite bands from the best seat in the house, the tech booth! Great view of the stage, awesome sound and no one to bother me during the sets of Mayonnaise, Bamboo, Kjwan, Kapatid, etc etc. Ang saya!!! Highlight of my day was the performance of Blow. Sorry, I don't mean to offend anyone but Diether Ocampo as a rockstar in Pulp Summer Slam seems to me like one big gag show. A lot of people seemed to think so too. I'm just really thankful that I wasn't hit with any plastic bottles filled with pee.

Sunday, May 1: Off to Lingayen we go!! Right after Summer Slam, we piled into the van and left. Stopped at New City Food House to eat, and finally got to try that yummy torta galina Pat's been raving about. Fast forward to the Chippy Gimikada event. All the bands played so well! I have to say, ang saya parati ng set ng Sandwich pag Chippy Gimikada. I thought they were really great at Baguio, but they really went all out at Lingayen! Aia (Imago), Mong (Chicosci) and Ebe (Sugarfree) came onstage to jam with the band. They had their little "dance-off" thing and Diego and raiment played baseball with chippy packs and a guitar. I wish I could show all of you the set coz ang saya saya talaga. And Mayonnaise's set was great too! Nakakatuwa nga, two nights in a row, Mayonnaise did great. You can't help but be proud of your friends, really. Plus sila Dinggoy came to Lingayen pa, which made it a hundred times more fun!

Monday, May 2: I almost wasn't able to, but I'm glad I got to go to La Union with Kapatid and Station_01. After Gimikada, Louie, Ricci and the others decided to go to La Union. I figured I had to go home coz my parents were getting on my case already about not coming home the week before. So we had already left the hotel, I was in the van headed home when I decided to text my mom to say we were leaving Lingayen and she said "We are in Cagayan De Oro, see you tomorrow". PERFECT! Called Pat, switched vans and found myself on the way to La Union with Ricci, Alej, Ice, Nicky, Louie, Patboy, Boodie, JHoon, Karl and Anjo. I'm so glad I got to go coz pagsisisihan ko talaga kung hindi ako nakasama, I'm sure! I'll post the photos soon, I promise!

Wednesday, May 4: BPM @ Halo!!! Great Great Great gig!!! Enjoy kasi the crowd was 70% Zobel!! Wheee!!! Suuuuper thanks to russ for coming with D. Everything was just surreal (right Bae?Ü).

HEY GUYS COME TO THE GIG LATER!

footnotes...

Your Rising Sign is Cancer

You are compassionate and kind - and the one who gives security.
And while you sometimes tire of it, people always turn to you for advice.
Emotions are your domain, and you use tend to use them for good.
But you've also been know to be very manipulative when you need to be.
You're quite loyal to those you love most - friends and family.
For everyone else, you tend take time to build up trust.

What is Your Rising Sign?

music of the moment: Kapatid - Kuwago
greetings:
acey: Go ahead dear.Ü Steal away!
roanne: Haha. Yep, the gig was filled with cool people!Ü
em: Nopes, I'm the band manager.Ü
jheng: Have a good day dear!Ü
louise: Haha. Oo nga eh!
carme: Haha! Hello!Ü

TONIGHT @ HALO

2005-05-04T07:55:00.000+08:00

Watch BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT
Tonight, 04 May 2005
At Halo Bar, Milelong Strip, Herrera cor. Amorsolo St. Makati
with MAYONNAISE, MONKEYSPANK and ORANYAN

Entrance is FREE!
Beer @ P100 BUY 1, TAKE 1!

See you guys there!

footnotes...

Patricia Michelle Delos Santos De Castro's Aliases

Your movie star name: Peanuts Braulio

Your fashion designer name is Patricia Michelle Paris

Your socialite name is Patboon Sydney

Your fly girl / guy name is P De

Your detective name is Pig De La Salle Zobel

Your barfly name is Nachos Vodka

Your soap opera name is Delos Santos Acacia

Your rock star name is Cotton Candy Jet

Your star wars name is Pattig De bon

Your punk rock band name is The Bored Remote Control

The Amazing Meganame Generator

music of the moment: Kapatid - Sunday Shining
greetings:
I promise to reply to eveyrone later, and to post all my pictures and stories na utang ko pa. Hahaha. been so busy...Ü

For All The Nasty People

2005-04-28T13:37:00.000+08:00

Got this in one of the mailing lists. I know luma na sya but I thought I'd post it anyway...

THE BENEFITS OF SEX
1. Sex is a beauty treatment. Scientific tests find that
when women make love they produce amounts of the hormone estrogen,
which makes hair shine and skin smooth.

2. Gentle, relaxed lovemaking reduces your chances of
suffering dermatitis, skin rashes and blemishes. The sweat produced
cleanses the pores and makes your skin glow.

3. Lovemaking can burn up those calories you piled on during
that romantic dinner.

4. Sex is one of the safest sports you can take up. It
stretches and tones up just about every muscle in the body. It's
more enjoyable than swimming 20 laps, and you don't need special
sneakers!

5. Sex is an instant cure for mild depression. It releases
endorphins into the bloodstream, producing a sense of euphoria and
leaving you with a feeling of well-being.

6. The more sex you have, the more you will be offered. The
sexually active body gives off greater quantities of chemicals called
pheromones. These subtle sex perfumes drive the opposite sex crazy!

7. Sex is the safest tranquilizer in the world. IT IS 10
TIMES MORE EFFECTIVE THAN VALIUM.

8. Kissing each day will keep the dentist away. Kissing
encourages saliva to wash food from the teeth and lowers the level
of the acid that causes decay, preventing plaque build-up.

9. Sex actually relieves headaches. A lovemaking session can
release the tension that restricts blood vessels in the brain.

10. A lot of lovemaking can unblock a stuffy nose. Sex is a
natural antihistamine. It can help combat asthma and hay fever.

I've been so busy lately, editing this audio visual thing for Muziklaban. I haven't even seen or talked to Bong, as in a decent conversation, since Saturday. I actually have some nice photos from corregidor pa pala to post. Haha. Oh well...

footnotes...

"it's a small world": The happiest cruise
that ever sailed! Surreal and silly, or sweet
and touching, you are a well intentioned 1960s
homage to the world's diversity that
unfortunatly inspires feelings of sheer terror
in those who can't help but feel something more
sinister lays beneath your shiney surface. But
most cannot deny your charm, even if they
cannot explain it, and leave feeling better
than when they entered. Most overlook the fact
that because of your unique style and design,
courtesy of Disney Legend Mary Blair, you are a
true work of art and you deserve to be
appreciated. You are both worldy and
simplistic, both cosmopolitan and decidedly
middle American. You are a splendid
candy-coated contradiction with a sugary, sunny
song that one never forgets. If the world
truely listened to your never-ending optimism,
it could be a small world after all.

What Disneyland attraction are you?
brought to you by Quizilla

music of the moment: Mayonnaise - Dahil
greetings:
ccigaux: Next BPM gig is on May4, that's next Wednesday at Halo, Milelong, that's near Makati Cinema Square!!Ü
shai: The photos were taken in Laiya Coco Grove in Batangas.Ü
ivy: Hahaha. Sige next time sasama kita.Ü
yax: Thank you! Yep, it was super fun, I can't wait to go back nga eh!Ü
russ: It's in Batangas. You can check out their website. You really should take D there. ang sarap, sobrang quiet and calm.Ü
amgine: Nood ka sa May4!!!Ü
carme: Thank you dear!Ü
toni: Tonio!!!!!Ü
louise: Hehehe. Hello!Ü
madz: Hehe... Yah.Ü
franz: Thanks!!Ü
jheng: You really should have a summer getaway!!! You deserve it!Ü

Picture, Picture!!!

2005-04-21T07:30:00.000+08:00

WELCOME TO LAIYA COCO GROVE

The view from the treehouse

Tree House #3

In front of the treehouse

Bagong dating

Beach Bum

After taking all those photos of the house, the beach and other inanimate objects, I realized that I was running out of battery on the digicam. I also remembered that, being the genius that I am, I decided to leave the charger at home. Still managed to take a few more photos though.

Pa-cute ba?

Drama

Nice and toasty!

Goodnight Laiya.

p.s. Sorry na sa iba... Alam kong nag swapang ako sa camera. Hahaha.

p.p.s. I have a perfectly good explanation why my camera ran out of battery during that vacation. I actually forgot that I used the camera last saturday to take pictures at BPM's Market! Market! gig.

p.p.p.s. Speaking of gigs, come to BPM's gig tonight @ Gweilo's Eastwood!

footnotes...

You are a Go-Go Girl! Yay you!

What kind of Sixties Person are you?
brought to you by Quizilla

music of the moment: INXS - Elegantly Wasted
greetings:
kathy, carme and kai: my brother says thank you.

I just realized that i forgot to reply to the comments on my 16 April post... So here it is! Hehehe.
carme: sayang, sana you went to go f.i.s.h. nung sunday nalang. hehe.Ü
ccigaux: well maybe you can go to tonights gig? or the ones after that? hehehe.
em: nope, i'm not a member of the band... i'm musically impaired. hahaha. i manage the band.
cher: like i told ccigaux, well maybe you can go to tonights gig? or the ones after that? hehehe.
hanagirl: how was your trip?
yax: thanks i had a great vacation!
acey: we're still working on recrding the material so as of now you can only hear the band's music at the gigs. but soon, we'll have something recorded and i'll add it to my playlist here sa blog so you guys can listen!Ü

Here We Go!!!

2005-04-18T19:29:00.000+08:00

I'm off to Laiya when I wake up. See you guys when I get back!

Check out my BPM and other photos @ multiply

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY BABY BROTHER, BOYONG!

footnotes...

You are a Belly Dancer. You are charming inside
out, your life follows an interesting rhythem,
beautiful and smooth, you know how to be the
center of attention when you want to, you love
your friends and you can trust them on your
life. Your ideal man is the one with a sweet
witty character who understands how much
freedom is important to you.

What kind of dancers are you? (Girls only)
brought to you by Quizilla

music of the moment:
greetings:

3 Things For You To Do

2005-04-16T11:58:00.000+08:00

1. WATCH BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT!
At the GO F.I.S.H. event!
Sunday April 17 at the Activity Area of Market! Market!
with Chrome Eight and Salamin!
Show starts at 5pm!
---
BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT IS
Bong: Vox
AJ: Guitars
JC: Guitars
Monty: Guitars
Yogi: Bass
Pat: Drums
Contact Patty [0917-3250771] for booking.

2. JOIN THE MAILING LIST, ETC!
Join the Mailing List
Add BPM sa Friendster
Add BPM sa My Space

3. ADD ME SA FRIENDSTER ETC!
I'm trying to fill up my friendster account... hehe... obsession.
Add me sa Friendster
Add me sa My Space
Add me sa YM! ID: p_i_n_k_p_r_i_n_c_e_s_s

HAPPY 18th BIRTHDAY TO KYOT MINETTE
nagpaplantsa ng buhok sa banyo

Anyway... Tatlong tulog na lang and off I go to Laiya for my short but much needed vacation! Whee!!

footnotes...

Which Incredibles Character Are You?
brought to you by Quizilla

music of the moment: The Police - Spirits In The Material World
greetings:
amgine: really expensive? haha. lumabas ang pagka bolera ko.Ü
ccigaux: yep! patience is a virtue... specialy during panic mode!Ü
russ: haha. i'm actually considering investing in citre shine, kahit once lang. might be worth it.Ü
acey: hehe. thanks.Ü
carme: haha. yah, at least we know that DSL is secure.Ü

Smooth Talker

2005-04-14T14:04:00.000+08:00

One of my biggest strengths is being able to talk my way out of a sticky situation. Thank God for that.

I did something stupid about an hour ago. I was gonna connect to the Internet while flipping through the TV channels. i wasn't looking at what keys I was pressing, and by some stroke of genius I decided to use the enter button on the number key pad (or whatever it's called, the cluster of numbers on the right side of the keyboard). The username was highlighted, i pressed enter, and the damn DSL didn't connect. It said "username and pass word invalid blah blah blah"... So I tried again and discovered that the username written in the box was a dot. as in this-> .

Panic! This is my cousin's DSL and she and her parents are in the States. Good thing i know the DSL repair service number by heart (that's another long story in itself). So after 15 minutes, a customer service representative picks up...
ME: I need to retrieve the username for the DSL I'm using. I accidentally deleted it.
PLDT: Can I have your PL number please.
ME: 817...
PLDT: That's the phone number ma'am, i need the personal line number.
ME: The what?
*Silence*
ME: I don't have it.
PLDT: Don't you have records ma'am?
ME: This is my cousin's DSL and she's in the states.
PLDT: Didn't she leave records?
ME: Not that I know of...
PLDT: We won't be able to retieve that without the PL number ma'am.
ME: Is there really no other way?
PLDT: Do you have permission to access this information? Can we reach the subscriber of this DSL?
ME: Umm... They're all in the States, my uncle, aunt and cousin.
PLDT: Hold on ma'm, i'll put you on hold ok.
*Elevator Music*
PLDT: Ma'am can i ask for the email address?
ME: What email address?
PLDT: the one used by the subscriber.
ME: (Gives the yahoo mail address)
PLDT: The address given by PLDT ma'am.
ME: I've never seen them use a PLDT address, just yahoo.
PLDT: PLDT DSL comes with email ma'am.
ME: I don't know it.
PLDT: Hold on please.
*Elevator Music*
PLDT: Can I ask for your complete address ma'am?
ME: (Gives the complete address)
PLDT: Under whose name is the DSL?
ME: Either my aunt or uncle. (Gives names)
PLDT: Can I ask for the birth date of your aunt?
ME: (Gives birth date... Thank God I know when it is!)
PLDT: What phone number is the DSL registered under?
ME: (Gives the phone number)
PLDT: Under whose name is this phone line?
ME: (Tells this long story about how it's an old number and was once registered to my other aunt who is now in the States, and maybe the line was transfered to another name but it just might be this aunt, blah blah blah...)
PLDT: Ok ma'am, try this (Gives a series of numbers)
ME: It worked! Thank you so much!

Hahaha.Ü Lovely.

footnotes...

Gay Bear
Which Dysfunctional Care Bear Are You?
brought to you by Quizilla

music of the moment: Fleetwood Mac - Landslide
greetings:
russ: sige, i'll try CitreShine next! Join na the mailing list!Ü
acey: yupyup!Ü
mec: ako nga traditional bride eh! i think i'm anything but a traditional ride! haha.Ü
mitty: haha, i'm not familiar with v05... sige sabay tayo mag CitreShine.Ü
vera: no, the five and up guy is atom araullo (i think). atom henares is quark henares' dad.Ü
hannagirl: haha. thanks for sharing.Ü
ccigaux: yah you think i'll make it big? haha. that's sweet. i hate dandruff! it's such a hassle! stupid shampoo. hahaha.Ü i actually don't know what happened to untv.
carme: hey! it's you! sige ill link you rin!Ü

Period Pains

2005-04-13T22:01:00.000+08:00

It's tough being a girl. But it's really fun.Ü today I was moving in slow motion. ricci said I seemed sedated. I was moving at my own lazy pace the entire day. And I found out too late that I was walking around with a huge stain on my ass the entire afternoon. Oh well. No one noticed. Or maybe no one told me lang? haha.Ü

I have photos from the saguijo gig but I've yet to post them. Haven't had time to edit.

I'm really glad I added background music to my blog. What do you guys think of my playlist?Ü

Oh yeah, check out the latest issue of Pulp. On page 40 (I think) you will find my boss. Hehehe. She's "A Study In Stress Management".

Just a quick HI to everyone to let you know I'm still alive. haha.Ü

peace out.

footnotes...

You Are a Plain Ole Cup of Joe

But don't think plain - instead think, uncomplicated
You're a low maintenance kind of girl... who can hang with the guys
Down to earth, easy going, and fun! Yup, that's you: the friend everyone invites.
And your dependable too. Both for a laugh and a sympathetic ear.
What Kind Of Coffee Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Cambio - Lihim
greetings:
I'll fix this later... I'm lazy pa.Ü

WATCH BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT

2005-04-10T14:07:00.000+08:00

At Chrome Eight's EP Re-Launch
TOMORROW NIGHT, April 11 @ Cafe Saguijo

together with
Rugis
13Needles
Stonefree
Out Of Body Special

P50 entrance
Show starts at 9pm
__________

i decided to add music to my blog... wala lang... anyway...

got this in my email today:
FOR: MR. JOEY DIZON (PULP MAGAZINE)
FROM: MR. RAMON ZIALCITA (INSIDE MUSIC COLUMN FOR DEC. 2004)
HEAD: Ten Powerful People in Pinoy Rock Today.

(If you're a newcomer in the rock scene and you want to get ahead of the stiff competition with lesser struggle, it is important to have the right connections in the industry. In brief, it is whom you know, not just what you know. Being around for almost 20 years in the rock circuit, I have seen people who have risen to power only to fall down later on in life. Some were able to get back on their feet, regained their rank and went on in taking their careers to a higher level due to sheer hard work. Others, who had not worked as hard or were not given the proper breaks, have drifted into oblivion. Still others, who have applied consistent legwork have maintained their positioning for many years. This column turns on the spotlight on ten powerful people you can approach in the rock arena who can assist in taking you somewhere if you've got what it takes and what they may be looking for):

1) Atom Henares (owner, DWNU-FM 107.5) – When you're the owner of the only rock station in the land, you immediately become a force to reckon with because the power to control and dictate to the market lies in your hands. In other words, Henares can choose to air whoever he wants at a snap of his fingertips.

2) Jay Server (owner, Capones) – Formerly with Planet Mars which has since closed, Jay Server now operates the hottest acoustic nightspot in Makati. Capones' market targets the upperclass. Server serves the right concotion by featuring the new breed and the old guard live on stage five days a week. Moreover, you cannot doubt his commitment to rock, since he sings for Craig Davies & The New Waves along with
Mark Escueta drummer of River Maya. If you're a new rock outfit and want to break into a different market, Capones is the way to go.

3) Richard Tan (band manager) – The number one rock manager in the Philippines since the 1990s. Tan currently takes charge of the careers of Parokya ni Edgar, Cheese, Kamikazee, Moonstar 88 and The Youth. Rock artists that were once in his stable include Teeth, Tribal Fish, Datu's Tribe, Bunny (Pineda) and Bag'iw. No doubt Tan is familiar with almost all concert producers in the archipelago. He knows the rock terrain well and has all the street smarts when it comes to dealing with them.

4) Andrew de Castro (program director, MTV Philippines) – Better known as North Andrew from the old days of DWRT-FM 99.5, he now holds the high position of program director for MTV Philippines. Although he may not be able to turn MTV Philippines into a pure rock music channel, he decides which music videos get on the playlist.
And he digs rock that's what is important. Younger brother, Frank is a member of 7-Foot Junior and Overtone.

5) Vernon Go (publisher, PULP) - The Rock Prince of Print. Vernon Go has brought the class to a rock magazine with the entry of Pulp. No other rock or music magazine has been able to achieve this feat. In addition, Go has staged the biggest and most grandiose rock events in this side of the planet. It is an honor to participate in the Summer Slam. No question about it, Pulp hits the right target audience and can make or break a rock artist. What's good about Go is that he personally gets involved with the projects. He's there from start to finish.

6) Francis Brew (DJ, DWNU-107.5) – Host of "In the Raw." This once-a-week radio program (which for a time also aired on the tube) has given breaks to hundreds of never heard of before rock quintets, even though several of them don't crack their daily playlists. He may not be rock jock material, but Brew must be lauded for his
efforts of keeping the show afloat all these years. It's no joke having to listen to all these demos and decide which go on. "In the Raw" has inspired rock artists to continue to create the best music possible and has opened its doors to welcome those wanting to be heard.

7) Ed Formoso (independent music producer) – Though he may be in deep hibernation, this legendary music producer can always come back with vengeance. Once a legend, always a legend. For the record, Formoso has produced the albums of Dinosaur (his first band with Boy Camara and Jet Montelibano, billed then as the rock supergroup of the 1980s), Asin, Lokal Brown, Eraserheads, Orient Pearl, DJ Alvaro, Grin Department, Lito Camo among several others. He likewise broke the careers of Gary Valenciano, Kuh Ledesma, Ivy Violan and Vernie Varga. I recall him having Club Dredd open on a Sunday for the BMG officials to watch the Eraserheads perform in front of them. BMG did not want to touch the Eraserheads with a ten-foot pole and they
waited for six months before finally being signed up after that private show. Another instance was back in 1993 when everybody was trying to predict who was the next rock unit to be signed by the majors. The names of Color It Red, Alamid and Yano were being mentioned to be the next in line. But from out of nowhere, Formoso
pulled out the second rabbit from his hat. Presto! It was The Youth that was tendered an offer sheet by Polycosmic Records. That's what you call having clout. Too bad Formoso hasn't been active since 2000 as he pursued other interests outside music. But expect him to bounce back once something exciting comes his way.

8) Wyngard Tracy (band manager) - Definitely the most successful pop band
manager today. He calls the shots for Side A and Freestyle. So what in heaven's name is he doing here? Simple, Tracy decided to trip out and add commercial rock artists such as Barbie's Cradle and ex-After Image vocalist Wency Cornejo to his Artistation family. Tracy doesn't bother booking his rock talents in the usual rock joints everyone plays in. To him it's a waste of time and effort since he
doesn't give a rat's ass about Pinoy Rock. Besides, it won't pay the bills. Instead, Tracy brings his rock talents to where no other rock unit has gone through before.

9) Nicky Legaspi (part-owner, Peligro) – He doesn't need to call rock bands to book them to play. They ask him to book them. That's the convenience Nicky Legaspi has when you co-manage the most popular rock meets rave club in the Philippines. Almost every rock outfit I know wants to see action in Peligro. They've grown to
respect Legaspi because he took good care of the bands since the time of "Weekends Live at the Atrium" at the Pasta on the Piatsa and Monk's Dream.

10) Carl (DJ, DWKX-FM 103.5) - It's a good thing that Carl is connected with this station. He is the only true-blue rocker in DWKX. The 9-year old radio station executes the lite-rock program format. Carl formerly hailed from the now- disbanded alternative wave outfit Arcana in the 1990s. He know fronts for Sunburn, a group
that features members from Alamid and Orient Pearl. If you see Carl (Guzman) on the road, you can easily pass your profile/ demo to him and stand a good chance of being played on his station for as long as it falls within the lite rock programming approach.

Special Mention: Record Company Executives (Major Labels) – Here are
the persons you can give your demo directly to, instead of passing it to the Audition and Research (ANR) department, who don't have the time to listen to all the demos that get sent to them. They also base it on their personal musical tastes. If the ANR person doesn't dig rock, then the demo ends up getting filed. These days, because of music piracy, record companies release very few local albums.
Most of them are not in the rock genre. That's why many rock groups, who can't penetrate the major labels decide to produce and distribute their respective albums independently.
. Ricky del Rosario (Viva Records)
. Wally Chamsay (Sony Music)
. Bella Tan (Universal Records)
. Tony Ocampo (Ivory Records)
. Buddy de Vera (Alpha Records)
. Rudy Tee (BMG Records Pilipinas)
. Howard Dy (Dyna Music)
. Ricky Ilacad (Warner Music Philippines)
. John Tan (Vicor Music Corporation
. Christopher Sy (EMI Philippines/ Poly-East Records)
. Enrico Santos (Star Records)

footnotes...

You Will Be a Traditional Bride!

You're the type of girl who is feminine, old fashioned, and totally traditional.
You've been dreaming of your wedding day since you were young
And you can't wait to be a princess in your big white gown.
It's likely that you'll have a big family wedding and take your husband's name
While a huge affair will be fun, just don't go all Bridezilla about the color of your napkins!

What Kind of Bride Will You Be? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Sandwich - Butterfly Carnival
greetings:
tiepee: hahaha. great, i have the same shampoo as your dogs.Ü
vea: i think naman na basta vaseline shampoo mabango.Ü
madz: ooh, i dont think we have that here. hehehe.Ü
amgine: haha.Ü
mitty: what's v05?Ü
jheng: aha! maybe ill try citreshine next. thanks for the tip.Ü

Warning: This Post Is Full of Shit

2005-04-09T12:50:00.000+08:00

My ass lives in Sanlo.

I have one of those namamahay digestive systems. If for even the smallest reason, I don't feel comfortable in a certain comfort room (pun intended), i will not... well... "go". If the lighting or ventilation is bad, if i don't like the color of the walls, if the toilet bowl shape is odd, I just won't. It happens in my own bathroom sometimes, even. Just recently my trusty bidet broke and I've yet to get used to tne hew one.

Oddly, I've never had a problem going in Sanlo. It just works. Doesn't matter which bathroom. IT's very rare that my system rejects a Sanlo bathroom. Sanlo for me is Anticonstipationland. Maybe it's because this was my first home? I don't know what it is, but I like it. Hahahaha.

Sorry I just really had to share that coz i find it so amazing!
__________

I'm determined to try all the shampoos in the market until I find the one that's perfect for my hair. I actually just finished my first test bottle, and here's my verdict:
Shampoo: Vaseline Clean And Fresh Green
Price: P39.75 per 100mL bottle @ Sm Supermarket
Ups:
-Super Bango the whole day
-My hair really was super soft and shiny
Downs:
-Causes dandruff no matter how many times you rinse. Booo!!!
Verdict: Not the one for me!
Next Bottle: Johnson's Baby Shampoo Conditioning Formula

footnotes...

You Are A Moschino Heart Bag

You're a whimsical, romantic girl with a good does of funky
You've are always in the middle of some adventure, planned or not
Style is something you mastered early on - and you're envied for it
When it comes to you, you're one of a kind ... with many imitators
What Kind of Handbag Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Twisted Halo - Asan Na
greetings:
cheenee: hehe. isn't he such a sweet looking furball?Ü
elivazeth: yup, marunong mag-pose yan!Ü
madz: have a nice day also!Ü
mari: di mo ba naabutan si cujo mars?
louise: i know... my brother and i cried and cried the day he left.
garrr: hey thanks! i'll lin k you up narin.Ü
ccigaux: no, he's a real dog. toy poodle yung breed.Ü
hannagirl: unfortunately i don't hink i'll ever find him. he was old na when he ran away eh. that photo was taken when i was 5.Ü
yogi: nakakatawa ka naman, yung URL na nilagay mo sa haloscan ko link ng kapatid mo.

A Man From My Past

2005-04-07T22:19:00.000+08:00

Meet my first pet, Cujo, the ironically named toy poodle.

He ran away from home about 10 years ago. My lola found this photo and i just had to post it. This really made me smile.Ü

Just thought I'd post a happy thought for a change.Ü

footnotes...

You are Slinky Heels!

You're an uptown, well put together woman
But you're not too uptight to enjoy a hot club
You're always the best dressed chick in the room
And you'll only settle for the best in men
What Shoe Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
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music of the moment: Damien Rice - The Blower's Daughter
greetings:
kris: greetings!! i so miss the cherry you!Ü
mec: hehe. i'm not much of a morning person either. it was just one of my rare early mornings.
freyti: here yah go!! i'm blogging! haha.Ü
ccigaux: di na ba kayo nakakatugtog? haha. i actually like the song alone. it's the 80's baby in me i think.Ü
russ: funny nga that the badn's still in the plug. unfortunately the boys couldn't make it tonight kasi wala yung ibang members. yah, come to one of the gigs! yay! i always naman post the skeds here, or you can join the mailing list.Ü

The Early Bird Catches The Cool Breeze

2005-04-05T06:19:00.000+08:00

I like being awake this early. The sun isn't completely out yet so it's still kinda cool. I miss cold weather. Haha.

Yes, Ms. Vera I am still alive. Hahaha. I've just been rather busy lately. Haven't been online much.

I'll find something better to blog about later. I still have some paperwork to finish before I leave.

Oh yeah...

WATCH BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT

* April 11, Monday @ Cafe Saguijo *
with Chrome Eight and Monkeyspank
* April 14, Thursday @ Cafe Saguijo *
with Severo, Mayonnaise, Monkeyspank and Hale

JOIN THE BPM MAILING LIST
ADD BPM TO YOUR FRIENDSTER!
ADD ME TO YOUR FRIENDSTER!! (hehehe)

footnotes...

Your Lip Gloss Flavor Is: Dr. Pepper

Saying that you're one of a kind is ... well ... an understatement. You're unusual, quirky, wacky - and you love to challenge people. And you are a total trendsetter. Your friends are quick to copy your fashion and music tastes. Which is why Dr. Pepper Lip Gloss is your perfect flavor. It's as rare and outrageous as you are.
What Flavor Lip Gloss Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Heart - Alone
greetings:
vera: actually, i find that this no carb diet is easier for me than that no meat thing i did before. then again, i'm only on my 9th day. maybe i'll start going crazy by day 15. hahaha. Ü
hannagirl: oooh, i had the sweetest strawberries the last time i was in baguio. we got them straight from the farm in trinidad. yummy!!!Ü
mari: yeeees, i know you like white choco. hahaha.Ü ako i loooove dark choco. hint hint.Ü
russ: sarap to take photos in intramuros! it's so old world-ish.Ü
ccigaux: i can eat green mangoes, although im not particularly fond of them.Ü sobrang init talaga. nakakasira ng mood. haha.
bart: thank you bart bart bart!Ü
laurene: belated happy birthday!!! hay sana lumamig ng konti.Ü
tiepee: you know what, we really should get together, us highschool friends. wala lang. shades are from i2i darling, mga P150 lang.Ü
acey: thank you!! hey, how did you put your photo on your comment?Ü
jax: thanks! kaya ko to! hahaha.Ü

1 Month Late

2005-03-28T22:02:00.000+08:00

Today was such a hot day. The bad thing is we don't have an aircon yet in the office. So it quite literally felt like hell.

I usually make some sort of food sacrifice during Lenten Season, food because it's the one thing that I have real difficulty giving up (hence my bubbly self), even more than smoking I think. Last year I gave up meat with feet (beef, pork, chicken) and sugar. This year was supposed to be sugar and carbs (rice, bread, noodles, corn, potatoes). Thing is, on Ash Wednesday, completely forgetting that it was the start of Lent, I had a slice of cake and a big bowl of ice cream. Plus, my birthday was right smack in the middle of Lent, and there was no way I was giving up my birthday ritual of spaghetti, cake and ice cream. So I decided to start the day after Easter Sunday. That's today. Haha. So byebye carbs for the next 40 days. The good thing is it fits right in with my whole weight loss thing. So there.

I'm hungry. Hahaha.

Yesterday Bong and I finished the picture taking thing for his project. I took advantage of the fact that we were in Intramuros and took a few photos for my "collection". So visit my deviantart page. Pleeeease?Ü Here are some teaser thumbnail photos for you guys.







footnotes...

You are White Chocolate

You have a strong feminine side with a good bit of innocence thrown in.
Whether your girlish ways are an act or not, men like to take care of you.
You are an understated beauty, and your power is often underestimated!

What Kind of Chocolate Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
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(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Beck - Loser
greetings:
ccigaux: you have quite a song selection as well.Ü
roanne: that's a nice song.Ü
russ: hehe. good to know you're a fellow music lover.Ü

Bob Your Head

2005-03-27T01:09:00.000+08:00

I don't think I can live without music.

This phrase has actually become a cliche already, I think, but it's completely true for me. Things would be so dull, I think. In almost everything I do there's music playing in the background... On my computer, on TV, on the radio, my CD player, or just in my head. Wala lang, I just felt like sharing that. Haha. What a useless post.

Well, since we're on the subject of music anyway, here's an old survey thing I found on Friendster.Ü I think Aldrich posted it in the Bulletin Board. I answered this na before but I felt like doing it again.

The Soundtrack of My Life

Opening credits: Nakaturo Sayo - Razorback
Waking up: Aquarius, Let The Sunshine In - 5th Dimension
Average day: Daydream Believer - The Monkees
First date: The Shoop Shoop Song - Cher
Falling in love: No More Lonely Nights - Paul McCartney
Love scene: Afternoon Delight - Starland Vocal Band
Fight scene: Bombtrack - Rage Against The Machine
Breaking up: Just Take My Heart - Mr. Big
Getting back together: After All - Peter Cetera and Cher
Secret love: Lihim - Cambio
Life's okay: Peaches - Presidents of the U.S.A.
Mental breakdown: Landslide - Fleetwood Mac
Driving: The Beautiful Ones - Suede
Learning a lesson: Both Sides Now - Joni Mitchell
Deep thought: Soul Searching - UrbanDub
Flashback: Turn, Turn, Turn - Peter, Paul and Mary
Partying: Elegantly Wasted - INXS
Happy dance: Don't Worry, Be Happy - Jimmy Cliff
Regreting: Nothing Compares To You - Sinead O'Connor
Long night alone: Insomnia - Cynthia Alexander
Death scene: Goodnight - Barbie's Cradle
Closing credits: Wouldn't It Be Nice - The Beach Boys

i have quite a diverse taste in music no?

oh yeah, visit my deviantart page!Ü

footnotes...

Your Gemstone is Aquamarine

Intuitive, tranquil, and trusting.
You inspire others to have faith in themselves.
What Gemstone Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
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music of the moment: Sandwich - 2 Trick Pony
greetings:
mins: i'm always a good girl! hahaha. yes, we really should get together. at aba, nakiki-bae ka ah! hahaha. love you minamins.Ü
vera: yep, fun day it was!Ü
ccigaux: yup, i curled my hair last year and i HATED it after a month. hahaha. well, i think my mom hasn't lost her touch in terms of hair-trimming. i think she did pretty well actually.Ü
yogi: hahaha. ok lang yan.Ü
ariane: hehe, magkakasundo pala tayo sa music!Ü

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!Ü

Frolicking!

2005-03-24T04:15:00.000+08:00

¤ Home Service ¤
1. Busy day... Bong's Project then Nico's dinner... I wonder what I'll do with my hair...
2. My bangs are too long na... They fall into my eyes...
3. Aren't mommies supposed to know how to cut hair?
4. Come to think of it, didn't my mommy cut my BANGS when I was a kid???

(those cloud-like things are thought bubbles!)
And so I asked my mom to trim my bangs. Good thing she still remembers how. Hahaha.

¤ Bae Day ¤
Spent the afternoon with Bong. He asked me to help him with a project for JoseRiz class where he had to have his picture taken in Luneta, Fort Santiago, Paco Park and Intramuros. Paco Park was closed today so we skipped that. First stop, Luneta! Then Intramuros! We skipped Fort Santiago coz it was getting kinda late and we had stuff to do in Glorietta, then Nico's graduation dinner at Shang Palace. After dinner we had Gonuts Donuts at the Fort. Fun day.Ü I'll let the photos tell the story.

THE BONG AND PATTY FIELDTRIP

stuck in traffic...

so let's play with the camera!!!

whee!

luneta!

intramuros with bae's newfound friend

NICO'S GRAD DINNER @ SHANGRILA MAKATI
a.k.a. busog... yosi break muna
a.a.k.a. (also also known as) the washed-out photo collection

me and bong

me and nico

me and boyong

footnotes...

Your Celebrity Sisters Are Mary-Kate and Ashley

Funky, eccentric, and offbeat
You're not a good girl or a bad girl, just a weird girl
Who Are Your Celebrity Sisters? Take This Quiz :-)
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(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Stone Temple Pilots - Interstate Love Song
greetings:
claudine: haha. talaga? ako ayoko pa naman si alice!Ü
russ: i'll actually be transcribing thesis footage pver holy week. haha. loser!Ü
ccigaux: hahaha. nakakatuwa talaga mga comments mo! yah, baka nga sa wombworks tayo magkakilala talaga.Ü
jepi: salamat sa pagdalaw! balik ka!Ü
laurene: thank you! how come everyone else is belle?!Ü

Being Childish

2005-03-22T21:02:00.000+08:00

To all the peste people in my life, this is for you...

footnotes...

Which Disney Princess are you?

music of the moment: Hale - Broken Sonnet
greetings:
kathy: thanks thanks... you're right, it's been years and i'm still here. ah by the way, talagang you changed the date of the launch ha? you really want us there noh? hahaha. yabang.Ü
delish: thanks.Ü all i needed was a quiet day.
jp: thanks for complimenting my site!Ü yes, i would like to join that contest!Ü what do i need to do?
ariane: thanks dear. i think i just needed to vent then hibernate. hahaha.Ü
ccigaux: i love dishwalla. thanks, i really feel better. i posted this in your haloscan, but i'll post it again anyway, Wombworks is in marikina, same street as riverbanks... i think that's a.bonifacio? 3rd floor clarion building. look for patrick. you can call 476-2382 for inquiries.Ü
rain: hahaha. i love you darling!!! and sobrang miss na kita!!!Ü nood kayo ni marichuchu ng bobby parks ha?Ü sabihan kita kung kelan next gig.
liz: heya there! yah, that nasty thing that was bugging me last night went away na. i'm glad i have my own space where i can rant like a loony. haha.Ü
tiepee: boooo! you suck!! hahaha. i miss you tiepee!! and i miss the juvenile things we used to do together!!Ü

Ranting... And No One Can Stop Me.

2005-03-22T00:26:00.000+08:00

It’s 12:10 am. I’m sitting in front of my computer, feeling completely alone and about to cry. Things have been a bit off lately. I’ve not been feeling well, things haven’t been turning out as planned, and basically there’s been a lot of crap. Of course it’s not all misery, misery, misery. I’m not the self-pitying pessimistic type after all. It just feels that way right now. I spent most of the afternoon asleep, and now I’m wide awake with no one to talk to. It’s only a bad thing because it gives me time to wallow.

Do I complain too much? Why is it that whenever something bothers me or I feel bad and I try to talk to someone about it, all I get is “Don’t worry”, or “You worry too much”? Is it that no one wants to listen anymore coz I’ve complained so much in my 22 years that people are sick of it already, or just that no one has the time or the patience anymore? I feel so blah.

And what is it about that whole “don’t worry” business? I’ll worry if I want to. Hell, if you were going through this, I bet you’d be worried. Ugh. Sometimes it really feels like everything I’m feeling is wrong or inappropriate. Maybe I should just quit complaining so no one can contradict me. What a dull life.

And I don’t mean YOU, ok. I hope this doesn’t start an argument. That’s the last thing I want and the last thing I need right now. So fine, I’m being selfish. Well this is my space and I’ll be selfish if I want to be.

I just need to get this garbage out of my system. I hate that my cheery self has been replaced by this hormonally imbalanced crazed lunatic of a girl these past few days. I’ve asked over and over, “What the hell is happening to me?!” If anyone has the answer, please tell me, I’m dying to know.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY ABNOY COUSIN, MINKY

(i can't decide which of us looks more idiotic. haha.)

footnotes...

Your Scent is Rose

Delicate, feminine, and soft
Your personality is fresh and understated

What Scent Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
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(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Rage Against The Machine - Bombtrack

Late Nights and Hormonal Imbalance

2005-03-21T10:39:00.000+08:00

I've always been a night person. I become more productive when the sun goes down. Haha. In highschool and in college, I would usually nap as soon as i got home then work from midnight till morning. I stopped doing that when I started work at Station_01 though, because we usually finish late and I have to get up real early coz the office is so far away from the house. Sleeping in Sanlo has actually become a treat because it means I don't have to wake up as early. I've been staying up though, since the band started. Apparently these people are all night owls as well. We end up chatting till the wee hours, usually after practice. I usually have force myself to sign off so I can get some sleep. Haha. Can I help it if I enjoy chatting with the guys? Hahaha. As a result, I totally lack sleep. Ricci gave me the week off though so I can make up for lost bed time.

I've been so stressed out and tired lately that my hormones are going nuts. I spent half of yesterday crying and the other half sleeping. Hahaha. Bong doesn't know what to do with me anymore coz I'm always angry. Oh dear what is happening to me?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY FAVORITE SISTER, ROCKY!

(i'm so pale in this photo!)

footnotes...
borrowed from kalay:

Vodka
?? Which Alcoholic Drink Are You ??
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music of the moment: P.O.T. - Piece of This
greetings:
cier: sa gweilo's libis ako nagpunta. hahaha, ngayon lang yang puro gimmik. before you know it, sobrang workaholic nako ulit.
ccigaux: i actually manage the band, i can't play a musical instrument to save my life. haha. wombworks is a great studio. it's owned by razorback bassist, louie talan. what's the name of your band and what kind of music do you guys play? i work in events. i'm always on the lookout for new bands. Ü

Time To Rest

2005-03-20T02:00:00.000+08:00

Just got home from the El Pueblo gig. The past 2 nights completely wore me out. Haha. The gig went well, except for a few problems towards the latter part of the night. Good thing BPM went first, so we weren't affected by the little mess in the lineup. Got to watch Loquy live for the first time too. That was real fun. I know their songs from all those times Patboy and i would listen to their CD in the apartment, plus I remember being in Wombworks one night while Kevin was recording vocals. But it really is different live. Galing. After the Loquy set, a bunch of us ended up in SanMig. Sitting there with Patboy, Bong, Ricci, Alej, Karl, Louie, Kevin and Sancho was pretty fun. The whole thing was OK, I just hope that the organizers were able to fix that little mess in Rack's.

I'm still waiting to see Imago's Akap video on Myx...

footnotes...

Guys Like That You're Sensitive

And not in that "cry at a drop of a hat" sort of way
You just get most guys - even if you're not trying to
Guys find it is easy to confide in you and tell you their secrets
No wonder you tend to get close quickly in relationships!

What Do Guys Like About You? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life
(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Julia Fordham - Love Moves In Mysterious Ways
greetings:
ariane: hehe, thanks! it took forever for me to come up with a layout. yah, i'm glad we're ok too. that was a freaky experience!Ü

woohooooo!

2005-03-19T03:30:00.000+08:00

I have to say, i'm so proud of my BPM boys. Great gig kanina, considering all the stress and hassle everyone had to go through. Congrats,congrats guys!!!! And thanks to all our wonderful friends who stayed for the gig! You guys are the best!! Bukas ulit, sa El Pueblo!!

On the way home from Gweilo's, a swerving taxi almost smached into our car. Good thing Bong heard it right away and stopped. We sat there and watched the car skid past us, from the leftmost lane all the way to the shoulder on the right side of the road. Bong got out of the car to check if everyone in the taxi was ok. At first I wouldn't let him go coz i thought maybe the driver was being held up by the passenger. Another car stopped and a guy got out. A guy with a shotgun approached the cab as well, so Bong just went over to see if anything was wrong. When Bong got back i found out that the driver had blown a tire and swerved to the right shoulder, the passenger of the taxi was furious and saying strange things, the guy from the other car that stopped was a cop on his way home with his wife, and the guy with the shotgun was a policeman on duty. No one was hurt, just a little freaked out.

What a strange, but fun day.

Oh yeah, I spent the morning blog-hopping, since I was home alone in Sanlo and felt like taking advantage of the DSL. I came across the sweetest thing in Yogi's blog. He's our bassist sa BPM...

Panalo manager namin! Seriously! She's so great with her job, very supportive, and all that i feel like we're getting pampered na nga eh.

Aww... that's really good to hear since this band really means so much to me. And with that, i bid you all goodnight!Ü

footnotes...
borrowed from kalay:

Men See You As Desirable

Men often find you immediately attractive and sensual
You're honesty is refreshingly beautiful ... it draws guys in
You are also able to be open with your feelings with no emotional baggage
Packing light means you enjoy new relationships easily

How Do Men See You? Take This Quiz :-)
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(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: BPM - Till My Days Run Dry (AJ's Song)
greetings:
russ: haha. yup, gimmick weekend. fun fun fun!!!Ü

zombie is me

2005-03-17T18:04:00.000+08:00

so... i'm tired. i just got home from work. yesterday never ended. hahaha. we were working on a storyboard for something. i've been up for more than 24 hours. my head feels like it's in a plastic bag... ice got worse than me since she's the graphic artist. she's barely slept in 3 days. hahaha. i need to sleep. haha.

footnotes...

Your Love Situation by Amberishjewel
Username?
Your Love Is...	Gentle
During Lovemaking You Act...	Like a volcano, hot & steamy
Your Partner Is...	Your best friend
Your Partner Has Said That You...	Are a great lover
Your Love is Summed Up In A Quote.	"You deserve a bed of roses"

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music of the moment: nothing... i'm braindead.
greetings:
mins: aynako darling, kung may maganda, ikaw yun! love yah mins! sana i get to see you soon!
abster: nice to know i'm not alone in this struggle!Ü

oh dear.

2005-03-14T19:20:00.000+08:00

i woke up this morning with an extremely bad tummy ache. actually my tummy has been bothering me since last night but i thought it would just go away in the morning. guess i really had a little too much pizza for dinner. i think this might just be me...

Binge Eating Disorder is a newly recognized condition that probably affects millions of Americans. People with binge eating disorder frequently eat large amounts of food while feeling a loss of control over their eating. This disorder is different from binge-purge syndrome (bulimia nervosa) because people with binge eating disorder usually do not purge afterward by vomiting or using laxatives.

Most of us overeat from time to time, and many people feel they frequently eat more than they should. Eating large amounts of food, however, does not mean that a person has binge eating disorder. Doctors are still debating the best ways to determine if someone has binge eating disorder. But most people with serious binge eating problems have:
Frequent episodes of eating what others would consider an abnormally large amount of food.
Frequent feelings of being unable to control what or how much is being eaten.
Several of these behaviors or feelings:
-Eating much more rapidly than usual.
-Eating until uncomfortably full.
-Eating large amounts of food, even when not physically hungry.
-Eating alone out of embarrassment at the quantity of food being eaten.
-Feelings of disgust, depression, or guilt after overeating.

bong thinks otherwise. maybe im just a compulsive eater.

it never really bothered me, being on the chunky side. in fact, my relatives constantly nag me to diet, but i've never felt the need for it. i never thought that you had to be skinny to pretty anyway. so this doesn't bother me for aesthetic reasons. it bothers me coz im starting to feel the little icky stuff that come with being overweight. the last thing i want is to get sick. and so i must begin this miserable journey of losing weight. and as they say, misery loves company, so i'm making this a public struggle. hahaha. 55 pounds to lose. good luck to us all.

footnotes...

"When Doves Cry" (by Prince)
How could you just leave me standing,
Alone in a world so cold?
Maybe you're just too demanding.
Maybe I'm just like my father--too bold.
Maybe you're just like my mother.
She's never satisfied.
Why do we scream at each other?
This is what it sounds like,
When doves cry.
Which 80's Song Fits You?
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music of the moment: Sinead O'Connor - Nothing Compares To You
greetings:
kathy: pajarillo?
russ: i hope you have a lot to smile about too dear!Ü

pretty, plain and pink

2005-03-13T18:18:00.000+08:00

i've kinda fallen in love with my current minimalist pink, white and gray scheme. as yogi said, ok yung ganito naman coz my old blog was really siksikan. i'm sure those of you who've seen it will agree. so there.

last night's norah jones concert was a lot of fun.

anyway, here are some photos from BPM's gig last Thursday at Saguijo. if you want to see the rest of the photos, join the yahoo group. if not, join the group anyway! support Bobby Parks Movement!

AJ and Monty

Bong

Bong and AJ

The Fans

JC, Pat and AJ

Yogi

Pat

footnotes...

Toxic by Britney Spears

"It's getting late
To give you up
I took a sip
From my devil cup
Slowly
It's taking over me"
Ah, what's a year without breaking a few hearts? Literally.

What 2004 Hit Song Are You?

music of the moment: Mayfield Four - Don't Walk Away

tonight, tonight.

2005-03-12T14:30:00.000+08:00

bong has the biggest crush on norah jones. and so, being the sweet and loving girlfriend that i am (mwehehehehe), the moment i found out she's coming to manila, i booked us tickets. now, they may not be the best seats in araneta, because i cannot afford the best seats. hahaha. but at least we'll be there. right? right! so that's where i'll be tonight.

cheers!

footnotes...

You are pure love. Pure and deep. You not only want
to but NEED to find your one true love. You are
not afraid of any challenge for your love, and
it is something to truly treasure.
What kind of love are you?
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music of the moment: Norah Jones - Come Away With Me

almost, but not quite...

2005-03-11T23:06:00.000+08:00

this template is (obviously) still under construction. i was just getting tired of that default template already. and i wanted to use my oh-so-pretty banner. haha.

congrats to my boys, BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT. great gig last night at saguijo! thanks to everyone who came. for those who liked the music, and for those who missed the last gig, you can catch the band on:
march 18, friday @ gweilo's, libis
march 19, saturday @ rack's el pueblo.

footnotes...

Your Power Color Is Gold

You're dependable and hard working. You never miss a deadline - and you're never late.
You have a clear sense of right and wrong. You're very detail oriented.
You get frustrated when your friends are sloppy - or when they don't follow through.
You're on top of things, and you wish that everyone else was!

What's Your Power Color? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life
(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Sandwich - Nahuhulog
greetings:
russ: hehe. thanks! don't i look like a strawberry?Ü
kris: yup, that's pao francisco. why?Ü
roanne: haha. pretty in pink!Ü

photoblog

2005-03-07T02:55:00.000+08:00

just got back from our baguio event. i'll let the photos tell the story. of course i only posted the photos that had me in them coz i'm vain. hahaha. part2 when pao and pat send me the pix from their cameras.

me, pat and julie in front of the house

julie and me on session road

me and pat

backstage with pat

backstage with pao

belle, sue, julie and me on session road

in the van

trinidad

footnotes...

watch
BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT
March10.Thursday.SaGuijo.9pm
join the mailing list

You Are Summer!

Outgoing
Friendly
Flirty
Cute
Fun
What Season Are You? Take This Quiz :-)Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Cambio - Lihim
greetings:
yogi: hahaha. bagay siguro sayo may bangs!Ü
jheng: thanks... i need as much encouragement as i can get!Ü
russ: haha. i thought it might be informative!Ü
kris: why thanks my dear!Ü

Dija Know...

2005-02-26T13:02:00.000+08:00

1. Budweiser beer conditions the hair

2. Pam cooking spray will dry finger nail polish

3. Cool whip will condition your hair in 15 minutes

4. Mayonnaise will KILL LICE, it will also condition your hair

5. Elmer's Glue - paint on your face, allow it to dry, peel off and see the dead skin and blackheads

6. Shiny Hair - use brewed Lipton Tea

7. Sunburn - empty a large jar of Nestea into your bath water

8. Minor burn - Colgate or Crest toothpaste

9. Burn your tongue? Put sugar on it!

10. Arthritis? WD-40 Spray and rub in, kill insect stings too

11. Bee stings - meat tenderizer

12. Chigger bite - Preparation H

13. Puffy eyes - Preparation H

14. Paper cut - crazy glue or chap stick (glue is used instead of sutures at most hospitals)

15. Stinky feet - Jell-O!

16. Athletes feet - cornstarch

17. Fungus on toenails or fingernails - Vicks vapor rub

18. Kool aid to clean dishwasher pipes. Just put in the detergent section and run a cycle, it will also clean a toilet. (Wow, and we drink this stuff)

19. Kool Aid can be used as a dye in paint also Kool Aid in Dannon plain yogurt as a finger paint, your kids will love it and it won't hurt them if they eat it!

20. Peanut butter - will get scratches out of CD's! Wipe off with a! coffee filter paper

21. Sticking bicycle chain - Pam no-stick cooking spray

22. Pam will also remove paint, and grease from your hands! Keep a can in your garage for your hubby

23. Peanut butter will remove ink from the face of dolls

24. When the doll clothes are hard to put on, sprinkle with corn starch and watch them slide on

25. Heavy dandruff - pour on the vinegar!

26. Body paint - Crisco mixed with food coloring. Heat the Crisco in the microwave, pour in to an empty film container and mix with the food color of your choice!

27. Tie Dye T-shirt - mix a solution of Kool Aid in a container, tie a rubber band around a section of the T-shirt and soak

28. Preserving a newspaper clipping - large bottle of club soda and cup of milk of magnesia, soak for 20 min. and let dry, will last for many years!

29. A Stinky will hold toast and CD's!

30. To keep goggles and glasses from fogging, coat with Colgate toothpaste

31. Wine stains, pour on the Morton salt and watch it absorb into the salt.

32. To remove wax - Take a paper towel and iron it over the wax stain, it will absorb into the towel.

33. Remove labels off glassware etc. rub with Peanut butter!

34. Baked on food - fill container with water, get a Bounce paper softener and the static from the Bounce towel will cause the baked on food to adhere to it. Soak overnight. Also; you can use 2 Efferdent tablets, soak overnight!

35. Crayon on the wall - Colgate toothpaste and brush it!

36. Dirty grout - Listerine

37. Stains on clothes - Colgate

38. Grass stains - Karo Syrup

39. Grease Stains - Coca Cola, it will also remove grease stains from the driveway overnight. We know it will take corrosion from car batteries!

40. Fleas in your carpet? 20 Mule Team Borax- sprinkle and let stand for 24 hours. Maybe this will work if you get them back again.

41. To keep FRESH FLOWERS longer Add a little Clorox, or 2 Bayer aspirin, or just use 7-up instead of water.

42. When you go to buy bread in the grocery store, have you ever wondered which is the freshest, so you "squeeze" for freshness or softness? Did you know that bread is delivered fresh to the stores five days a week? Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Each day has a different color twist tie. They are: Monday = Blue, Tuesday = Green, Thursday = Red
Friday = White and Saturday = Yellow. So if today was Thursday, you would want red twist tie; not white which is Fridays (almost a week old)! The colors go alphabetically by color Blue- Green - Red - White - Yellow , Monday through Saturday. Very easy to remember. I thought this was interesting. I looked in the grocery store and the bread wrappers DO have different twist ties, and even the ones with the plastic clips have different colors. You learn something new everyday! Enjoy fresh bread when you buy bread with the right color on the day you are shopping.

check out my new hair!

(panget lang ng quality ng photo)

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watch
BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT
GMG InFest
Ubreak.March2.1pm.Agno.DLSU
join the mailing list

You Are Glam Sexy

You live for flaunting your sexiness, and you totally work it.
Why not? You've got the goods - you might as well use them.
You're 100% woman, and you never go out without looking your best.
After all, you never can tell when you might bump into Mr. Perfect!

What Kind of Sexy Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life
(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: UrbanDub - Soul Searching
greetings:
vera: thanks dear!!Ü

Oh Hey

2005-02-25T18:20:00.000+08:00

it's my birthday!

footnotes...

watch
BOBBY PARKS MOVEMENT
GMG InFest
Ubreak.March2.1pm.Agno.DLSU

You Are a Classic Beauty!

You have a timeless beauty that looks great in every decade
Instead following trends, you stick to what works
And this means you never skimp on your beauty routine
Upside? Your classic looks tends to attract gentlemen - not boys.

What Type of Beauty Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life (and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: Urban Dub - Runaway
greetings:
daydream believer: bae! weird!Ü
tiepee: join the mailing list! haha!Ü
russ: thanks!!Ü
roanne: hahaha. i know how that feels!Ü

For Booking and Inquiries...

2005-02-22T01:31:00.000+08:00

i've always wanted to manage a band.

it all actually started with my mom. see, my mom is a great singer. i often tease her that if she hadn't gotten married early, she would probably be a diva like kuh and zsazsa. as a child, i wanted so much to sing like my mom. i realized though that i can't, and i probably never will sing like her. and so i moved on to musical instruments. i've studied piano, and tried to learn how to play both guitar and drums, but unfortunately, my talent doesn't lie in music. that's always been my biggest frustration.

so one day my brother tries to learn how to play the drums and ends up actually being quite good at it. and so he starts to play in a band. and then there's bong who's been playing in bands and singing since maybe the fifth grade. and my sister can sing and so can my cousins, and another cousin plays the guitar. great.

being both musically impaired and surrounded by people who are actually able to perform, i figured i'd venture into the next best thing (to me at least), band management. of course i never thought i'd get to manage a band. i'd never really been asked before, plus i was also a little unsure since it's something i've never done before.

so recently i've been asked to manage this band. it actually came at a perfect time because my experience in events gave me a change to observe and interact with a few band managers. plus, this band is sort of my dreamteam. it's a zobel band, that's a huge plus. there's monty, whom i think is one of the best guitarists to come out of zobel, bong who is one of the best singers to come out of zobel (and i say this without bias), yogi and jc whom i've been classmates with on and off since the first grade, aj who was one of my gradeschool crushes (uuuy. haha.), and patrick, who's so familiar to me coz he played in monty's old band. of course i said yes!

you can catch Bobby Parks Movement aka BPM (that's the band name, duh) at the DLSU GMG InFest, March 2, uBreak @ Agno.

Join our mailing list narin while you're at it, specially if one of these guys happens to be your friend!

oh yeah, for booking and inquiries, contact me!

footnotes...

You are a City Girl!

Whether you live in the city or not, you've got the heart of a city girl.
You're up on the latest trends - what's hot in music, food, and fashion.
And you love to be on the go. Your perfect day is filled with tons of fun.
Your perfect guy is a city guy, so head to LA, NYC, Sydney, or London to find him!
What Kind of Girl Are You? Take This Quiz :-)
Find the Love of Your Life
(and More Love Quizzes) at Your New Romance.

music of the moment: BPM - Sumpong
greetings:
roanne: uy hey! haha. thanks.
daydream believer: bae you're weird!Ü
russ: i'm really happy to be back!Ü oh and yeah, i AM an alabang girl! hahaha.Ü
tiepee: so you mean i'm charming?! hahaha. fishiiing!Ü
kris: why yes i do, don't i!Ü

speech impediment

2005-02-17T03:36:00.000+08:00

bong says i speak like an alabang girl. he says it's probably because my tagalog is not malutong, and i sometimes mix english and tagalog in one sentence, specially when i'm babbling. and i often use like, duh and yah. my former housemate patrick told me the same thing. is that a bad thing? hehe.

although, i think i'd rather sound ditzy every once in a while than be one of those grammatically challenged people, the ones who try so hard to sound profound in either english or tagalog but fail miserably. i've heard a lot of terrible grammar boo-boo's, mostly in english. i've also read a lot of them. i know i'd feel really bad if someone ever tells me "mag tagalog ka nalang." hahaha.

i'm so bored with this layout. it's just taking me so long to finish the one i'm making. patience is a virtue!

footnotes...
My personality is rated 29.What is yours?quiz by midgetfarm.com

music of the moment: Sugarfree - Sinta
greetings:
tiepee, jheng, kris - hey! awww, you missed me! i missed you guys too! it's nice to know you still read my posts. hahaha.Ü

there's a bomb on the bus.

2005-02-14T22:36:00.000+08:00

MANILA -- Three people were killed while 40 others were wounded when a bomb exploded inside a passenger bus while it was traversing Edsa in Makati City at 7:50 p.m. Monday night.

hitched a ride to makati with nikki and lalay earlier tonight. i got out of the car at the corner of ayala and edsa since the road was closed and the girls had to make a detour. walking home, i saw a lot of stranded commuters, security guards and even swat running around, ambulances and fire trucks, and quite a bit of smoke.

some people are just completely heartless.

footnotes...

Guns and Roses my ultimate band i love these guys
and you get to share them with me, awww aren't
i kind

^^Who is your ultimate Rock Band?^^(pics+new results)
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music of the moment: Tori Amos - A Sorta Fairytale
greetings:
daydream believer - hi bae!Ü

my return to neverland.

2005-02-14T18:16:00.001+08:00

this online world is my neverland...

and so i have returned with no template. Ü

i hope this is good news. Ü

i have just recently moved out of my apartment, thus ending my brief stint as an independent, "grown-up" girl. while this may not be my primary reason for moving out, i realized one day that i miss my pampered lifestyle. also, that i cannot live in a house without a phoneline and a computer. i now very much enjoy waking up in the morning and not having to worry about making my own breakfast and coffee. spoiled brat? yes, very, very spoiled. not that i'm proud of it. i just happen to be one. Ü

like i told my cousin minky (whom i'm living with now, i'm back in sanlo with my lola), i'm happy to be back in the world of cable TV, airconditioning, internet and telephone. i know it sounds shallow, but try living without these things!

plus i was really having a hard time adjusting to QC. i consider myself a suburbanite, although alabang isn't really in the suburbs, and neither is sanlo. but when you walk around either village, it feels like your in the suburbs... or maybe it's just me.

so there, i'm back. that's about it for now.

happy valentines day everyone!

footnotes...

♥Patricia de Castro and ♥Paul Cuyugan

Secretly adopted four evil kids.
Intend to play all kinds of games sweetly.
Buy lavish gifts for each other.

Orchestrated by ianiceboy

music of the moment: Bahay-Bahayan by Bae
greetings:
thanks to everyone who dropped by, old friends and new readers alike! Ü