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I want to run for a cause….

I want to run for a cause…

I want to run for a cause..

I want to run for a cause.

I want to run for a cause!

I want to run for a cause!!

I want to run for a cause!!!

I want to run for a cause!!!!

It’s funny how you can say these words using same letters and with the same words. Maybe with the same importance. The thing is, they are pronounced with different ways, with different expressions and with different punctuations. Definitely with different meanings.

Places I want to visit. No definite date. But time. And parent’s consent

• Honda Bay, Palawan

• Camiguin Island, Misamis Oriental

• Sagada, Mountain Province - Take two!

• Pinatubo, Zambales

• Bohol, Tagbilaran

• Caramoan Peninsula, Camarines Sur

• Batanes, Cagayan

• Coron, Palawan

• Siargao, Suriago del Norte

Sooo.. I am still confused on what I really wanted to happen with my life but I’m quite satisfied on the progress and even happier where I am now. As my previous entry says, I already have a new job and I love it. Going to office never felt so infuriating. It feels like going to my playground and amuses myself with inexhaustible puzzles, only, it’s more complicated. Things have to change and I’m proud of myself, I took the risk. And now, here I am, too damn proud.

Plans? I want to enroll for Technology Management in U.P next (or next next) year. But before that, I would want to take a SQL Server Certification. Yes, the nerdiness in me hits me. I am trying to self study and make myself bore stiff with books/ebooks/sites that talks about SQL Server configuration. But yes, weird thing is I’m actually enjoying it. That means I am on the right track of my roadblocks. I am going in the right intersections eh.

But how about those extra-curricular activities? I haven’t found my ‘hobby’. Well technically, my hobby or better yet you’ll find me reading books, cook and eat, watch movie, waste time with my laptop (her name is Helena, by the way pronounced as He-ley-na which means Light), doing nasty crafts, and…… that’s it! I can’t believe that’s it. Sheesh. Good news, a friend is involved with some sort of travelling. They explore Philippines’ nature at its best – in mountains, seas, land and forest. He said, they even visit some of Philippines’ never been explored islands and places. Well that thought already excites me. One time he asked me to join their trip on Cagbalete Quezon but unfortunately rainy days is ‘in’ right now and the travel was postponed. Oh I hate rainy days. Ugh. Plus, I’m looking for that ‘something’ where I will devote my time on it. As in seriously put ‘me’ into it. I haven’t seen it, haven’t found, I even haven’t had a glimpse of it. They say, when you’re too eager finding it, it won’t show up and keeps on hiding. It will be revealed in an unexpected time. But I will keep my mouth shot for now. I want to silently looking and searching for that ‘something’ so that ‘something’ won’t hear me.

1. I am one and only child.
2. I am still living with parents. I know. I’m a super pa-baby.
3. I cook really good.
4. I am never a spoiled brat. And I never always get what I wanted, I have to earn it.
5. I grew up with 5 boys in my life. Including Papoi, 2 uncles and 2 cousins.
6. I love Philippines so much that I’m having second thoughts on going out of the country.
7. I hate people who wanted to escape the country. Especially if the reason is ‘wala nang pag-asa ang Pilipinas’. The reason alone could blow me off.
8. I love debates.
9. I won’t stop proving that I am right. Even if I know I am already in the wrong side.
10. I laugh at simple things.
11. I cry in simple things. In drama anthology. Even in soap operas and even in cartoons. Even anything that  touches my heart.
12. I want to be social worker.
13. I am a self confessed penny pincher.
14. A friend calls me having a marshmallow heart.
15. I love wearing tees.
16. I love flats and pumps.
17. I am 5 feet 5 inches tall.
18. I have a classy yet comfy, laid back and carefree lifestyle.
19. I love pearls.
20. I can sleep 12 hours up.
21. I am not a believer of credit cards.
22. I am never Kikay.
23. I collect Bath & Body and Victoria Secret lotions and splashes.
24. I tend to be serious at times.
25. I run fast.
26. I want to play piano.
27. I don’t know how to ride a bike.
28. I don’t use handkerchief. Instead I can’t live without tissues.
29. I love my Manay. My ‘yaya’ since I was 12.
30. When Manay is on vacation or out, I do the choirs. I don’t let my Mamoi do it.
31. When I was a kid, I thought I am going to be a nun when I grow up because I thought I am too ugly that no boys would like me. Now, everything’s just a silly idea.
32. I love Michael Learns to Rock and Bee Gees. Influenced by my Uncles.
33. I collect 5 and 10 peso coins.
34. I hate Bayabas. The fruit and the smell.
35. I love ampalaya.
36. I never use nail polish and I don’t want long nails.
37. I kick my feet when I’m irritated about some things.
38. I’m fat who wore braces in highschool.
39. I don’t wear makeup.
40. I eat a lot. As in A LOT.
41. I did boxing. And I want to do it again.
42. I don’t use lipstick or lip gloss. I use lip balm.
43. My favorite colors are white, aqua blue and pink. I hate green.
44. I love spicy food.
45. I want to learn belly dancing.
46. I’m good with arts and crafts.
47. I love bags. I collect BIG bags. Big BEAUTIFUL bags.
48. I always speak my mind. I hide my heart.
49. If you are courting me, I won’t know it. I thought you are just being nice and friendly.
50. I have a gifted sense of smell. Really. I’ll know if you stink or not.
51. I always bring scissors.
52. I am an obsessive compulsive.
53. I am neat.
54. I hate rainy days.
55. I love sunny days. Summer is best even if it’s too hot. I love it.
56. I have 4 pillows. 2 beside me, 2 in my feet.
57. I don’t usually study in college but still became a dean’s lister.
58. I’m not afraid of cockroach. I kill them
59. I’m terrified with slugs, earthworms and snakes. I can be hysterical if I’ve seen one.
60. I don’t smoke and drink.
61. I always go to my dentist.
62. I can eat 30pcs of donuts (munchkins) in 2minutes.
63. I like giving gifts and remembering someone’s special event.
64. I use Bear Brand’s milk powder as my coffee creamer.
65. Perfectionist is me.
66. I love intellectual conversations and topics. Even if I look dumb. Important  thing is, I learn things from it. Listening is enough.
67. I hate traffics
68. I have ran in south super hway.
69. I enjoy riding public transportation.
70. I don’t have patience.
71. My childhood ambition is to be a flight attendant or a theater artist.
72. I want to engage myself in tennis.
73. Swimming and running are my ‘sports’.
74. I love playing paintball. Game on!
75. I daydream.
76. I am a Sharon Cuneta fanatic
77. I watch local and foreign films, even indie films.
78. ……
79. I get irritated, annoyed and bored easily.
80. I can be so mean.
81. I love cleaning my room. Even it’s not in mess. The thought of cleaning it makes me overly happy.
82. I have a birthmark in my left arm.
83. I love paintings.
84. l enjoy mind/iq games. I love Sudoku.
85. My Papoi’s sides of family are artist. I did not inherit any of it.
86. I can be a homemaker.
87. I can’t work without being distracted.
88. I’m choosy with fruits. I love vegetables.
89. I became a vegetarian for 2 weeks. I don’t want to do it again.
90. I dance in streets. I don’t care if people thought I’m weird. I just do it.
91. I envy my Papoi who travels in Philippines a lot.
92. I envy my Mamoi being so charming.
93. I always pretend to be tough and brave. No one notice it.
94. I always want to make a difference
95. I don’t know how to fire a joke.
96. I love the beach.
97. I always look up. See the clouds and form figures in it all the time.
98. At night, I am looking forward in moon’s shape and size.
99. I get hungry easily.
100. I prefer shopping alone.
101. I like me being simple and plain. That’s that.

Interesting. Mostly literature. If you are a bookworm and you’re a girl (or guys!) read these books. But for me, I only read one listed on those list - Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. I even watched the classic movie of this.

These selections were listed by Jezebel after Esquire listed the 75 books every Man should read. Better check it out! 20 books every women should read

I just can’t believe it. It was the only song on my playlist I listened to the whole day. Nice trip. 

The Way I am - Ingrid Michaelson

While Keko is out of the country - rooming around Asia, America and possibly Europe.. then I only have me to deal with. I have no automatic buddy. So I’m looking for one. A foodie buddy! You read that right. No criterias, no standards and definitely no certain levels. Someone who would just come with me whereever I want to eat, talk and maybe not talking at all. Someone who is overly excited to taste different variety of food and explore any frantic places anywhere.

Friends are busy. They are busy. He is busy. I am busy. Maybe I am just looking for someone who will made himself available for me always. This silly idea is not like Barney Stinson’s search for his wing man. But I am seriously looking for this buddy. I need one. I’m just too jaded these days. I’m so stressed with my daily routines. I’m just too tired staying at my room… waiting. So, yes, I’m in search. But beware, sometimes I’m such a bore. 

Go waste your time with me! 

Part of my job is to explore, analyze, assess and test applications thru web.

As per our reliable friend Google and also according to Google’s blog, they have intoduced Google Chrome. You should try this. Chrome offers newer happenings and never before seen features from other web browsers. O ye, again, read their blog! Not surprisingly, Microsoft won’t allow Google to take its lead and get all the praises. Introducing Internet Explorer 8.

Before I go in with my run-in-to’s, both are Beta versions for now. Enjoy!

 An amazing experience was given to me last Saturday. I just wished I was able to experience and stayed longer than the usual scheduled hour. 

My inspiring experience started in BIBO or Bata Ikaw ang Bukas Outreach program. This focuses on the academic improvement and values enhancement of the underprivileged kids of BASECO. As you all know, BASECO is situated in Tondo Manila. This community is built along side of Pasig River where they are given little electricity and is rationed once or twice (or thrice) of water a week. There are number of organizations that help this community. Gawad Kalinga for example who helps provides houses for our less fortunate brothers and sisters. While Ang Lingkod ng Panginoon (ALNP) focuses on teaching or tutoring kids of grade2, 3 and 4 on their academic and values development. 

I was given this chance, when Belle, an officemate of mine invited me to do some lectures to the kids. I excitedly said Yes. 

It’s Saturday. The meeting time is 8:30-9pm in KFC Buendia, Makati. I was not familiar with the place but I was able to come on time. Yay! We took our seats in a yellow bus. You know Forest Gump’s school bus? That! Only, it is a Filipino version of a bus. It was a fun experience. Everyone was so kind and accommodating. When we reached BASECO, we walked our way on the side of the Pasig River. Really. The view of the South Port is charming. The sun is shining and favoring our visit. People are smiling. Living their simplest way. Even how plain their life is, they still manage to be happy.

Now the kids. They are 30-40 kids waiting for us. Their genuine smile welcomed us. You can see how much they wanted to learn. They are eager to listen on every word you would utter. They are very attentive. They are smart and witty. 

So the group activity began. I was able to teach 6 kids – Christian, Angelo, Leyeen, Angelica and Zar. The lesson for that day was about enhancing their reading comprehension, able to communicate in English and how to say polite words like ‘thank you’, ‘you’re welcome’, ‘please’ and ‘excuse me’.  Sheesh, they are attentive. They are curious. They hunger for knowledge. They wanted to learn. 

We had our book readings too. The kids are waiting for their turn to read a stanza. Saying, ‘ako naman ate, please’.

Then the last part of the day ended with ‘Old Mc Donald had a Farm’ song. They had fun. We had fun. Unfortunately, it has to end after the 2 – 3 hour session. We say our goodbyes to the kids.

 I can see on their eyes that the time given to them is not enough. I felt it too. The 2 -3 hour session is not enough. The once a month 2 – 3 hour session is not enough. Ooohh! How I wish this opportunity should take a day once a week. These kids deserves better. These kids should be given more. These kids are starving for hopes, wishes, dreams and promises. It should be given to them freely. I want to help these kids in whichever way I can.  I want to share what I know and what I want them to learn. They should be treated special.

I definitely will come next month.  

Bizarre.

I have these wonderful pair of slippers. Having it was beyond anything else.  I always use it. I crave for it. I can’t live without it. But if you could count how many months, days or hours I spent my time with it. Spending without it is definitely longer than the hours spent using it. If I were to tally the total of 12, I indulged myself for about 5 unacceptable long period of shallowness. Heck, where’s the missing 7? I keep on missing that 7. Maybe more on the next 12 or 24 or 36. I don’t know.

This is more than odd.