Wastin' time.. Livin' life...

2012-02-11T15:43:00.004+08:00

Ninyo Fusion Cuisine
66 Esteban Abada Street, Loyola Heights, Quezon City
+632.426.0301 / +63.917.538.5813

We celebrated Valentines earlier this year to avoid the rush. Instead of celebrating it on the 14th which is a Tuesday, we celebrated it on the 11th which is a Saturday. Mark made the preparations and all along, I thought he'd bring me to a resto near my place at Fort. Apparently, he brought me somewhere in Katipunan in this nice quiet place. Ninyo Fusion is located at the street at the back of Teriyaki Boy. It was actually just an old house which I guess they made into a resto. There was a parking space inside. As we went inside the resto, the owner (I think she was the owner) greeted us and led us the the second floor. We were the only ones on that floor so it was really nice. I really don't like crowded places. The ambiance was simple but relaxing.

Mark got us the 6-course menu (P1,500/person exclusive of 10% Service Charge)

AMUSE BOUCHE

Apple wood smoked Maguro set on nori brioche topped with hijiki and shisito salsa

SOUP

Red beet gazpacho with wasabi ice cream

Wagyu top blade sukiyaki with truffled umami sukiyaki broth with shiitake noodles and vegetables

Grilled lobster tail with crab fat hollandaise set on blue swimmer crab risotto

Scarlet cake with cream cheese frosting

Everything was really yummy but sorry to say, it was a bit too expensive considering the very small servings =O After the 6-course meal, I wasn't really full and satisfied with what we ate. Nonetheless, I had a good time with the person I was with =)

Happy Valentines Day everyone!

2012-01-01T21:29:00.002+08:00

New Year's Eve in Palmbeach

We spent new year's eve in Palmbeach Resort and Spa yesterday. Thankfully, the afternoon was bright and sunny since it's been raining a lot in the Visayas.

The resort sponsored a free dinner buffet for all its guests. The highlight of the buffet was the popular sumptuous lechon (roasted pork) of Cebu.

After dinner, everyone just waited it out under the cottages in the beach front until midnight so they could watch the "free" fireworks display from Moevenpick and Shangrila. The view from Palmbeach was spectacular and, best of all, free!

Happy new year to everyone! =)

2011-12-31T11:19:00.003+08:00

Calea in Bacolod City

My family and I spent Christmas in Bacolod City with my relatives. While we were there, we went food tripping as usual. The city has a lot of local coffee shops. There was only one (1) Starbucks. I was told that big and expensive coffeeshops like Starbucks wouldn't survive in the city since the local coffeeshops were very competitive. They had great coffee and desserts plus the prices were much cheaper, like half the price of that in Starbucks. We went to Bobs Cafe which had good coffee. We also tried Calea which served very good desserts. The best ones were their icecream cakes. Although I didn't like the chiffon cake in the middle of the icecream so much. It tasted a bit salty or bitter.

The ambiance in their store was also very nice... very clean and simple.

Overall, highly recommended! =)

2011-12-21T13:05:00.004+08:00

I took these photos from our balcony in Palmbeach yesterday from my cellphone when it was nearing dark. Palmbeach Resort and Spa is currently having the following promos for December 2011:

PROMO RATES until December 31, 2011
Standard Room - Php 3,683 net
Deluxe Room - Php 4,910 net
Suite Room - Php 6,138 net

*Book and pay until Dec. 31, 2011 and avail of the promo rates even after Dec. 31, 2011
*With free continental breakfast

Metrodeal Promo
Hurry and book now at http://www.metrodeal.com/main.php?dealId=NzA0

Day Trips
This is perfect for your family / barkada / company outings or team building activities!

Php 300 per head is inclusive of entrance fee, and the use of resort facilities (beach, cottages, swimming pool, restrooms, playroom, and chapel). Guests can avail of rooms for an extra charge based on the rates listed in the website. Day trips are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Guests can bring their own food.

Php 500 per head is inclusive of lunch

Don't forget! Reservations must be made =)

2011-12-17T13:12:00.001+08:00

Le Petit Artisan and Sonja's Cupcakes in Bonifacio High St.

My sister and I went to Serendra today since she wanted to buy Sonja's Cupcakes for her friends. It was already 11:25AM but the store was still closed. The lady inside the store told us to go back by 11:30 when it opens. We were fine with that so we decided to go to Le Petit Artisan, another store in Serendra, since the latter store looked enticing from outside. When we went inside, the store was pretty simple. Nothing special. I thought Bread Talk was way cooler since the latter store really smelled nice and yummy. Anyway, we wanted to try it out despite the very expensive prices. We bought their Japanese Mochi and Blueberry Danish. They didn't taste anything special. They merely tasted like plain bread. And to think the mochi costs P48 for 2 SMALL pieces. Shucks, what a waste of money.

We went back to Sonja's Cupcakes and guess what? It was still closed! It was already 12nn but it was still closed!!! Can you believe that? I went inside their store and asked the lady again if they were still closed since it was already 12nn! Guess what again? The lady just looked at me and turned away. WTH?! Seriously... My sister said the cupcakes weren't worth the wait so we left. Seriously... what's happening to Sonja's Cupcakes service? I don't buy there all the time since I think the cupcakes there are so expensive but I would like to enjoy my experience IF I do go there. But my gosh... I wouldn't want to go back there if I'm given that kind of a service by it's employees. All I can say is, Sonja's Cupcakes service was pretty LOUSY and it wasn't even open yet!

2011-11-02T15:24:00.012+08:00

PALMBEACH RESORT AND SPA

Do you want to go diving? See the beach and its scenery? Or just lay around and relax beside the pool? Or perhaps get that perfect massage? Then Palmbeach Resort and Spa is the best place for you. Yes, Cebu has a lot of beach resorts to offer but try Palmbeach. It just opened last June 2011. Its rates are way more reasonable and less expensive than the other resorts in Mactan. It's actually just located a few kilometers from Shangrila, Mactan and a few minutes from the Mactan Cebu International Airport. For now, it may not be as popular as the other resorts (considering it's still very new) but in time, it's bound to have its name established in the market.

Regular Rates for the rooms:
Standard Room - P6,000+/night (good for 2 persons)
Deluxe Room - P8,000+/night (good for 2 persons)
Suite Room - P10,000+/night (good for 4 persons)

Free Continental Breakfast
Extra beds may be requested for an additional charge.

Currently, it has the following PROMO RATES until November 30, 2011:
Standard Room - P3,000++
Deluxe Room - P4,000++
Suite Room - P5,000++

Free Continental Breakfast

Group Package for DAY TRIPS to Palmbeach Resort and Spa

Rate - Php 300 per head

This is inclusive of our facilities such as the swimming pools, beach, playroom, chapel, shower and comfort rooms. Food may be brought by the parties.

This is perfect for your company or group parties and other events especially since Christmas is fast approaching.

Palmbeach Cebu also has airconditioned conference rooms where you can hold your seminars, parties and other events. It has a sound system and LCD Projector for rent. All for very reasonable rates. Please don't hesitate to contact us for inquiries. =)

For inquiries and reservations:

Call (032) 2385877, 2395299, 2395300, 4951002

or text/call +63922-8585159

Website: palmbeachcebu.com

Email cebupalmbeach@yahoo.com
Add us in facebook! Just search for Palmbeach Cebu =)

2011-11-01T10:50:00.002+08:00

Kiss the Cook Gourmet
#65 Maginghawa Street, Quezon City

This is a long overdue post but I'll post it anyway. It was one of those classes where we were dismissed very late, so we ended up having another late lunch. We were tired of the restaurants in Technohub so we explored Maginhawa St. in Quezon City and found "Kiss the Cook" accidentally. Good enough there was parking. Well, considering it was already around 1PM in the afternoon. We were the only customers then. The place looked very clean, nice and cozy.

We looked at the menu and the dishes were quite pricey (P200 above for the main course). I forgot what we ordered (haha) but here's what they looked like:

Mark got a chicken dish with mashed potato

I got something like pork ribs

The chicken dish tasted very good but the pork dish wasn't as great. It was really fatty and I don't like eating the fats at all. So it wasn't really sulit for me on that aspect. However, the resto had this promo wherein if you tweeted or posted in your FB status "Afternoons are great @Kiss the Cook," you'll get free brewed coffee and a cookie. This promo is only good during the afternoons. It was very sulit already. The place had free wifi and the ambiance was great for a relaxing meal or coffee with a friend. =)

2011-10-29T16:52:00.000+08:00

I woke up around 3AM this morning because our househelp was knocking at my door. I really thought I was dreaming but when she said there was fire, I immediately woke up and checked what she was talking about. Thank God the fire wasn't near our house but in a nother street above us. Our subdivision is a bit elevated but we were in the lower street. I could see the huge flames quickly eating up the roof of the house. I woke my parents and brother up. All the while, we just stood there to watch while the house was being burned down. We felt helpless although my mom did call the fire department. They arrived after around 30 minutes but the whole house was already burning. The house had 3 floors. Imagine... Anyway, it was crazy.. It was my first time to witness a house burning into flames. It was somewhat depressing. I can't imagine our house burning down like that. We later found out no one was harmed so at least..

2011-10-23T00:09:00.002+08:00

i know it's just a grade but I feel sad about it. haiiii.. =( but on a different note, i'm home in cebu and I don't want to think of law school for awhile. I just want to graduate, take the bar and be a lawyer already. fast forward please.

2011-10-18T15:39:00.002+08:00

i don't want to study anymore. i'm not yet even halfway through for my exam on Thurs. CRAP! Ros, focus!! huhuhu

2011-09-11T20:19:00.002+08:00

♥♥♥

2011-08-13T11:36:00.001+08:00

corrupt na nga, bobo pa!

I really thought last Thursday was the worst day of my life so far. I was driving in Kalayaan when suddenly, this stupid black Fortuner went very near parallel my car hitting my left side mirror. It was okay if it stopped when it hit my mirror but NO!!! It went straight cutting me and stopped in front causing my left side mirror to detach. ARGH!!!!!!!! SO STUPID!!! I got out of my car and told the driver that he hit me and he just told me that we should let the police decide whether or not it's his fault. Uhh hello, isn't it obvious?!!! But fine, we waited for the Makati police but the latter told us to go to the police station in Guadalupe where we should make a police report. When I went back to start my car, guess what? My car wouldn't start anymore... GAH!! Haggardo!! The police and other construction workers in the area were kind enough to push my car inside one of the streets. I was referred to a mechanic who offered to check my car. He said my alternator was defective and it had to be changed. Sigh, haggardo!

We made a report in the police station and I got the result of the police investigation just yesterday. Guess what?!?! The stupid police investigator said that it was a plain accident and it was no one's fault. Ofcourse I told him to explain to me WHY it was no one's fault. And he just kept saying "eh kase maam base sa drowing, nasa lane nyo naman kayo". DUH!! it's a stupid drawing... you want me to reenact it for you?! I told him if he saw what happened to my mirror. It was okay if it was just scratched but no, it was detached!!! If the stupid fortuner stopped when it hit me, the damage wouldn't be that much. I kept telling him it was common sense and plain logic. He just kept saying "eh maam, hindi naman yun conclusive. Kung gusto nyo mgfile nlng kayo ng kaso." I told him "Anu ako tanga?! na mghintay pa ng ilang taon para lang dito" and he said "hindi maam, less than 1 year lang yun". Hai, I wanted to hit him but I had to restrain myself. I don't want to think that the other party paid him but maybe that's what happened. I don't know. It may have been just a minor damage but it's really frustrating!!!! My insurance could just cover the damage, but all I wanted was the police to tell him it was his fault! *Fuming*

But oh well, I'm still thankful that it's just property damage involved and that there were people who helped pushed my car. But can I just say ang bobo ng police!!!!!! Hindi nalang sana ako ngpa police report if yun lang naman pala ang result. I had to pay around P250 pa plus the hassle. Thank you for the lousy public service Mr. police investigator in Guadalupe station.

2011-07-27T10:27:00.002+08:00

I don't know if it's just the terrible weather or all the circumstances surrounding me that's making me feel like a real downer today. I just want to sleep in my cozy bed all day but my body isn't cooperating. =(

Last Sunday, I took the Mock Bar exam in UST. The subjects assigned to me were Civil Law and Commercial Law. Civil Law was from 8-10 AM and Commercial Law at 2-4PM. Justice Abad, however, told us that perhaps during the actual Bar Exam, it was better if the Civil Law exam be moved to 10-12nn.

The Civil Law exam was okay. 100 MCQs for 2 hours. I'm taking CivLaw Review this semester so I found the exam "answerable." It was mostly Codal and its application. There were few situational questions based on some cases which were pretty common and I'm sure a barrister would remember come Bar examinations. There were a lot of questions on Persons and Succession, and a few on Property (mainly on easements) and Partnership.

Commercial Law, on the other hand, was a different story. I'm not taking any CommLaw Review Class this sem so I totally forgot most of what I learned the past 3 years. In short, nangamote ako. =)) 100 questions for 2 hours as well. There were a lot of questions on Insurance, Transpo, Credit, Corpo and Nego. Parang lahat na. There were also special laws on Warehouse Receipts and Extrajudicial/Judicial Mortgage. The questions were very specific. For example, in Corpo, you have to know how many votes (from the board and stockholders) are needed to make a decision. But I think it was fair if only I studied. But I didn't.

I hope the bar exam questions would really be as fair as the ones they gave out last Sunday. I'm sure a lot will pass if that's the case so I'm a bit doubtful.

So, I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you.
— Paulo Coelho (The Alchemist)

2011-07-23T10:19:00.002+08:00

I enjoy just "chilling" in coffee shops. I actually miss lazing around and just enjoying my coffee while reading the newspaper. Ho well. Tomorrow, I'll be one of the ten people in my batch to take the Mock Bar Exam held by the Supreme Court in UST. I haven't even reviewed for any subject yet. Gaah! It will be like the actual Bar Exam except that this won't be graded and this is just for one day. I actually signed up just for the experience. But I hope I don't embarrass my school or anything. Shucks. =O

On another note, we moved to another Condo just in the same area in Fort. From my room, we saw an area in Taguig where there was "sunog." I have no idea what happened thereafter but I hope no one got hurt.

2011-07-10T22:21:00.002+08:00

"In love, no one can harm anyone else; we are each of us responsible for our own feelings and cannot blame someone else for what we feel.

I am convinced that no one loses anyone because no one owns anyone.

That is the true experience of freedom: having the most important thing in the world without owning it."

-from Paolo Coelho's novel "Eleven Minutes"

2011-07-10T16:49:00.001+08:00

Dear Lord,

Pwede ba paggising ko bukas, lawyer na ako? Please???!! Napapagod na kase talaga ako. Gusto ko nalang matulog. =((

Love,
Ros

2011-06-24T11:28:00.000+08:00

My parents got me a Canon 400D. Seriously though, I have no idea how to use it and I'm not sure I have the time to learn. =( School's making me super busy, especially OLA. I attended my first hearing last Tuesday. My hearing last Thursday was postponed to September because the fiscal had LBM "daw". Oh well, no wonder our justice system in the country is sooo slow! My client's case happened last May 2006 and until now, we're still about to have the accused arraigned. How many more years will it take before my client gets the justice she deserves, I don't really know.

I know I shouldn't say this but I can't help but feel grateful for the bad weather. At least I got to get extra hours of sleep and rest. I've been sick for a week now. =O

2011-06-19T18:34:00.000+08:00

UP Portia Sorority presents: HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS Part II in 3D.

July 16, 2011. 8pm. Gateway Cineplex 1, Gateway Mall, Cubao, Quezon City

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2011-06-19T09:26:00.001+08:00

Office of Legal Aid

I'm at the last stretch of my stay in law school and the most challenging part is the OLA or the Office of Legal Aid where we get to handle REAL cases like actual lawyers do, except we are under the supervision of our supervising lawyers. I'm handling 4 active cases and this coming week, I'll be having 2 hearings already. I have to study them later =O sigh, I thought 4th year wouldn't be so hard but during my first week, I already got sick. boo! Hopefully, things will look up soon. =)

"almost perfect" simply means "not perfect"

2011-06-18T20:30:00.000+08:00

2011-05-23T19:22:00.009+08:00

Malacańang Palace

Malacañang Palace, or officially, Malacañan Palace,[1] is the official residence of the President of the Philippines. The palace is located along the north bank of the Pasig River in Manila. It is called Palasyo ng Malakanyang in Filipino, and Malacañan Palace when referred to as the official residence of the President of the Philippines, and simply Malacañang when referred to as the office of the president, as well as in everyday parlance and in the media. The term "Malacañang" is a metonym for the Philippine President's administration, or the Executive branch. Malacañang Palace is depicted on the verso (back) side of the present-day 20-peso bill.... read more at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malaca%C3%B1ang_Palace

We went to Malacańang Palace this afternoon. The last time I went there, I wasn't able to go inside because the visitation period for the day was over so it was officially my first time inside Malacańan. today I actually thought it would just be a building with some gardens around but ithe tour guide explained that it was a really big area. The building we were in wasn't the Palace yet but just the Museum and the hall where the President is interviewed by the media I guess. The Palace was another building which I understand is just beside the building we were in. We were graced by the presence of Executive Secretary Ochoa who gave a short welcoming speech, after which, we had our tour around the Presidential Museum and Library. Here are some pictures I was able to take.

The hall where different paraphernalia/photos of the Philippine presidents are exhibited

Filipiniana dress

The late Cory and Benigno Aquino

Cute Cory-like doll

Remember the famous Estrada?

Who can forget the dictator Marcos?

Our present President Noynoy Aquino

Looks familiar? This is the chair Marcos sat on when he declared Martial Law in the Philippines

View from the museum. You can actually smell the stench of Pasig River.

For more information regarding the tours inside Malacańang, the Presidential Museum and Library is located at 2/F Kalayaan Hall, Malacańang, JP Laurel St., San Miguel, Manila.

Phone Nos. (632) 7844286 (4671)

Email: presidentialmuseum@yahoo.com

2011-05-20T19:49:00.002+08:00

Intramuros: The Walled City

We had a tour of Intramuros today. It was my first time to tour the place. Well, not the whole place but just Fort Santiago. Yes, I know nakakahiya because I practically live in Manila already! haha Last time I was there in Intramuros, we had our Portia Induction Ball in PatioVictoria which is also a nice place for events if you want a garden setting. Anyway, the tour included a short video clip before we walked through the Fort and a tour guide which narrated the city's history mostly during the Spanish colonization of the Philippines.

This is from their website http://intramuros.ph/ :

ENTRANCE FEES: Open Daily from 8:00am to 6:00pm

Adults                                            Php 75.00
Children / Students / Teachers /      Php 50.00
Senior Citizens / Disabled

(Students and teachers subject to presentation of school i.d. )
(Senior citizens subject to the presentation of senior citizen i.d.)

I really think they should increase the entrance fees for tourists who are foreigners so we can maintain/preserve Intramuros more. The Corregidor tour was better but then it costs way more.

Here are some pictures taken by Tina Amador and Doms Obias:

We also went to the Bagumbayan Lights & Sounds Museum which is a 1-hour walking tour inside the museum. From the posters I saw, the groups should be comprised of at least 10 persons to avail of the tour. Here are some pictures:

It was a nice educational tour and a place where I should bring my friends from Cebu or from abroad.

2011-05-13T16:49:00.001+08:00

BAGUIOOOO

We just got back from Baguio today. It was my first time there so I didn't really know what to expect when our supervising lawyer asked us last Wednesday if we wanted to go with him to attend a hearing there. We immediately grabbed the opportunity and said YES! Our lawyer booked the tickets in Victory Liner for us. We departed around 11+PM from Pasay and arrived in Baguio City around 5AM. The travel period was really a sacrifice. We just rode the regular bus since there were no more seats left in their deluxe type but it was well worth it. We stayed in the Gadiola Center.

After resting for a few hours, we ate breakfast then headed to the City's RTC to attend the hearing. After the hearing, our supervising lawyer had to work a bit so he left us with some people he knew to tour us around. We went to Minesview Park, Teachers Camp, strawberry fields, trading post etc. We then met up with sir again to have dinner in SM Baguio. We really had a great time. The weather was cool especially at night. I wanted to stay longer but we had to leave the next day at around 11:15PM. We finally got to ride the deluxe bus which was more expensive but way more convenient. =)

RTC Baguio

Strawberry fields

The Mansion (Malacanang in Baguio)

Minesview Park

rent of costumes for only P10

view from SM Baguio

2011-05-10T12:15:00.000+08:00

For those who plan to have a vacation in Cebu, come stay in Palmbeach Resort Apartelle. It's located in Punta Engano, Mactan Island. Visit their website for more information. =)

2011-05-07T23:01:00.003+08:00

The Crescent Moon Cafe

Thank God for weekends!! I was searching online for a good restaurant to go to and discovered The Crescent Moon Cafe. I was curious about the place so we decided to visit it since it wasn't so far. from the bustling city. Antipolo was just about 30 minutes away from Eastwood if the traffic isn't so bad. When we got to the place, it reminded me of Sonya's Garden in Tagaytay although the area was much smaller.

As expected, they had a set menu prepared for us. We were first served with this appetizer, which I don't know what it's called but you're supposed to wrap some ingredients with leaves.

We also had squash soup which tasted really good. While the appetizer was served, the main course was also served. We had broccoli with shrimp, fish, beef and rice. We didn't really get the particular names of the dishes since we were already busy chowing down on the food =))

After the main course, the waiter told us that the dessert would be delayed because they still had to buy the mangoes outside. Thus, we waited a bit by looking at the pottery on display and for sale plus feeding a number of koi in the pond. I loved their kois!! You can actually feed them by putting your hand with fish food in the water and they suck at it. It's really amazing how they can grow so big.

For dessert, we had suman and mango. Their mango tasted really sour though but overall, the food was okay. It was really hot since the place was just open air but our visit wasn't bad. I really enjoyed feeding the fish. For those interested, their set menu is at P350/person. One has to make a reservation before going there.

Call 630-5854, 6583866

It's located at Ascension Road, Barangay Dalig, Antipolo City

Visit http://lanelleabuevafernando.wordpress.com/crescent-moon-cafe/ for more details

2011-05-06T21:00:00.004+08:00

SC and CA Fieldtrip!

We went to the Court of Appeals to visit Justice Magdangal de Leon today. He taught us the acronym MELON:
M - Make a difference
E - Elevate yourself
L - Love your country
O - Overcome challenges
N - Never lose hope

I'll keep those in mind during my practice in the legal profession. He's really a talented, nationalistic guy. I just found out he wrote the OSG March, IBP March, DOJ March and CA March. He even sang the songs for us.

After the Court of Appeals, we had lunch in Aristocrat. We rushed to the Supreme Court afterwards where Justice Nachura, Justice Abad and Justice Midas gave us a short speech.

2011-05-03T17:29:00.002+08:00

Today, Atty. Abet, a State Solicitor in OSG, brought us to RTC Pasig to attend his hearing. The courts in RTC Pasig were really very nice and looked new as compared to some courts I've been to. The lawyer for the other party did not show up so the judge deemed it best to reset the hearing to next week. Afterwards, we attended the hearings in another branch so we could get some real action. We were able to see a witness being put on cross and direct examination. The judge also got irritated with this lawyer who I think was still new in the practice. I can't imagine myself litigating infront of so much people. =O Atty. Marlon said that the pleadings are more important and that when you litigate, you really have to have the guts. I think it's really going to take time and practice to be good at this profession.

Cancan and Will

with Atty. Abet

2011-04-30T17:16:00.002+08:00

JELLY-G

Today, my sister and I went to Market2x since we had nothing else to do on a Saturday. I also had my Globe SIM changed because it was pretty worn out. Before we went home, we dropped by the stall "JELLY.G" which was selling milk teas, etc. I ordered the Milk Tea Plain Rich flavor, medium sized (P55.00) since there was only a P5.00 difference from the small one (P50.00).

The Milk Tea tasted okay. It just tasted simple but it was good. It didn't taste as complicated as the Milk Teas in Happy Lemon. Other flavors of their Milk Tea included Plain, Toffee Nut and Hazel Nut. Prices differ per flavor as well. On the other hand, my sister got the Coffee, medium sized for P80.00.

What makes their product different is the so-called "grass jelly" that's mixed with each drink. According to their flyer the following are the health benefits of grass jelly:

- reduces temperature and fever

- prevents indigestion

- lowers high blood pressure

- acts as a diuretic

- increases fertility

I'm not so sure if the flyer is credible though. Nonetheless, the drink was worth it for thr price. It's much cheaper than the other milk teas I tried before. It was worth a try!

For those interested, their stall is located in the 3rd Level of the Activity Center in Market! Market!

2011-04-27T20:34:00.001+08:00

Thanks to my new shoes, I now have multiple blisters on my feet. I thought of posting some pictures but they look pretty nasty so I thought... never mind. Anyway, it's almost been a month since my internship and I have to say I'm learning a lot. Although it's still quite "nakakahiya" for me when the lawyers ask me something, which I barely remember, and tell me "dapat alam mo yan!" Haiiii, sorry naman. My brain only has a .1 MB capacity. haha Seriously though, it's good that I had this internship so I could review the subjects I already took and at the same time learn some things which aren't really taught in law school. Over the past few weeks, I was able to draft a pre-trial brief, comment, recommendation and an appellee's brief. The lawyers in my division are very nice and helpful in giving advice and constructive criticism. =)

Other than my internship, there's nothing much going on for my summer. I went home to Cebu for the holy week and really took time to rest since I started to have colds and cough after the Tagaytay trip. Thank God I'm okay now. I took a day off yesterday since my feet really hurt and my stomach was feeling weird. I did go to the derma though. Now, I have these marks on my forehead. Hopefully, they'll go away in the next few days. I also badly wanted to have milk tea yesterday at the mall but the person manning the stall wasn't there. Oh well, it's a loss for them.

I'm blabbing! =O

2011-04-25T12:45:00.000+08:00

Feck! Of all the days I had to wear my new heels to work, it had to be today. We walked to Greenbelt for lunch at Bon Chon. Now, my feet hurt!! ='(

2011-04-23T16:58:00.000+08:00

sad =(

2011-04-23T16:34:00.001+08:00

PalmBeach Resort and Apartelle

soon to open in Cebu (Punta Engano, Mactan)! =)

Please visit palmbeachcebu.com for details on the newly opened resort!

2011-04-22T09:23:00.000+08:00

It's sad when you have to keep telling someone to do something before he or she actually does it. The latter's actions don't come out so genuine after that.

2011-04-20T11:24:00.000+08:00

Sick at work =((

2011-04-19T19:02:00.002+08:00

Justice Delayed is Justice Denied!

Today, I went to the New Bilibid Prison expecting the same kind of experience I had before. When I was a freshman in the College of Law, our Criminal Procedure professor required us to go to prison so we went to the Manila Jail where we were able to interact one-on-one with an inmate. But I guess every experience is different.

I was able to talk to Dennis y Hermosa Haba, an inmate in the New Bilibid Prison since 2007. Again, this guy claimed to be innocent but I believed him. His story came out like a telenovela at first. He narrated how his parents just left him in the road where some nuns were able to find him, and later adopted him. He was about to be ordained as a priest but 2 days before the ordination, the tragedy happened. He went to a batch reunion with his best friend, where the best friend’s boyfriend was also present. That night, perhaps out of jealousy, the boyfriend pointed a gun at him and later to his best friend and the latter’s mother. He tried to grab the gun from the boyfriend but in the struggle to do so, a gun fire was shot killing the boyfriend. He was accused of murder and later convicted of such. He was sentenced to 4 to 8 years in prison. I might not have gotten the facts straight but setting aside the facts, the point is, he has already served his minimum sentence in prison and so, should be eligible for parole. Later, he found out that there was a pending case against him for Unintentional Abortion but this was later dismissed/withdrawn by the complainant. He wrote several times to the Board of Pardons and Parole of the Department of Justice but they keep sending the same letter which states that the action shall be deferred due to the pending case of Unintentional Abortion against him. However, he has already submitted all his records including the Order of the court dismissing the case of Unintentional Abortion against him.

Honestly, I feel angry and frustrated. It’s a known fact that the justice system in our country moves in a very slow pace BUT hearing someone’s story involving such is really different. You can really feel the words “justice delayed is justice denied.” In my heart, I really want to do something. I really want to help. I got a copy of the Order of dismissal of the Unintentional Abortion case because I might be able to do something but right now, I honestly don’t know what to do. I asked my friend, who is a lawyer, for some advice but she didn’t really say anything. I checked the website of DOJ but I didn’t really get much. I’ll try to write or call the DOJ but I really hope there is something else I could do to move his case forward.

It’s funny though because while talking to Dennis, I was the one who was feeling helpless. The Prisoner’s Manual couldn’t help because I personally think this is a question of implementation already. As Dennis said, we have a good system in the Philippines, it’s the people running the system that’s the problem. It’s a sad reality that many in the government can’t see the humanity in their line of work. Taking the case of Dennis as an example, if I was one of the members of the Board of Pardons and Parole, I would look at each case carefully because each case involves a life. Such life may even involve a family and his or her loved ones. I’m really just angry and frustrated. Seriously, those people sitting in the Board should immerse themselves with the inmates in the New Bilibid Prison so that they can feel how these people are suffering everytime they “defer” their action on an inmate’s parole without making sure they have the right facts on record.

So, while I was the one feeling helpless, Dennis was the one feeling very positive. I even told him that it’s good that he was being very optimistic. He told me that that’s the only thing he has. Actually, I noticed that generally, there was a positive mood in Bilibid despite the uncertain future of the prisoners. Education was being provided for, as well as other sports and activities. Personally, I didn’t expect there to be a College inside the prison but I was very very happy to know that there was. Dennis was even trying to speak to me in English and I didn’t mind that his grammar wasn’t perfect. I admired his optimism, and the hope that is very much alive in him. I rarely see this even when I’m not in prison.

The whole experience has made me reflect and look back at the reasons of my wanting to be a lawyer. What does it truly mean to be a lawyer? Does it mean earning a lot of money by serving only those who can pay the lawyers’ retainer’s fees? Because the people who need most of the help are actually those who can’t afford them. We have the PAO but most of the lawyers here don’t do much to help. Dennis said that they visit Bilibid sometimes but don’t really have any concern for the prisoners. They probably have too much cases in their hands. I mean, how many PAO lawyers are there compared to the number of Filipinos who can’t afford to pay private lawyers?

I just hope I don’t lose sight of what it means to be a lawyer for the people in the future. No matter what path I take, I really hope I can bring change. I hope that somehow I can do something to address the needs of people like Dennis. I know that he is only one of many who are suffering from the inefficient justice system in our country.

2011-04-15T22:07:00.002+08:00

With ASG Karl Miranda

With the OSG lawyers and co-interns

My Summer So Far

This summer, instead of traveling or just bumming around at home, I decided to take the internship program of the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG). I've heard a lot of good feedback from my schoolmates regarding the internship so I decided to apply last January.

The internship started with an orientation last Monday. Yesterday, we just got back from an overnight Team building activity in Tagaytay. Last Tuesday, I had my first taste of what it felt like "working" as a law(yer) intern. Besides waking up early, we had to make pleadings which the lawyers asked us to do. The lawyers in the division I was assigned to, Alexander Reyes division, were all friendly and accommodating. My co-interns in the said division, Cancan from USC Law and William from Ateneo Law, were very nice as well.

Anyway, back to making pleadings. I already made 2 pleadings/documents (comment and recommendation) since Tuesday but both of which are still to be edited by the supervising lawyer. My homework is to make an appellee's brief. Urmm, I really feel so incapacitated. I know I already took those subjects in law school but it's so different when you have to apply what you've learned, knowing that you have to get it right for the sake of someone's life. But I have to say it's very exciting to read actual cases which you have to make arguments for or against.

In the future, I'm not really sure which path I'm going to take, be it private or public. I think it really takes passion to work for the government, the people. The lawyers in OSG are indeed to be admired. I see that the work they're bombarded with isn't easy yet they choose to stay when they can find more lucrative jobs in private firms. In the next 5 weeks as an intern in OSG, I hope I myself will imbibe that passion.

At OSG, you will be the lawyers of the Republic of the Philippines. What you can do will be limited only by your imagination.
–Karl Miranda, Assistant Solicitor General

2011-04-09T23:29:00.004+08:00

FINALLY!!!

I'm finally done with 3rd year just today! We had our Taxation II exam. It seems that we were one of the last classes to have an exam for the year since Malcolm was pretty quiet already and most of the rooms were locked. Ho well, the other students were probably enjoying their vacation already. I don't mind postponing my vacation though. =)

After the exam, we treated ourselves to a buffet lunch in Restaurant Don Day which is located in Malingap St. in UP Teachers Village. Jabie, our blockmate, recommended it one time when we were around the area. I didn't realize that it was a Korean restaurant until we actually got to the place. We weren't even sure if it was open since there were no customers around. We were the first ones to arrive for lunch. There wasn't much variety in the buffet table. I'm not much of a fan of Korean food except for their icecream so I might not be the best person to judge how the food tasted. There was soup, salad, chicken, kimbab etc. You also get to cook your own food on your table. The waitress did it for us though. We probably looked "new" to the restaurant. haha The buffet price was just cheap as compared to Dad's and Sambokujin but I didn't like the food that much. All I can say is, "pwede na" though. If you really eat a lot, then this is a place to go. Not for me though.

2011-03-31T20:51:00.003+08:00

Eye Experts (sucks)

I decided to get myself new glasses since the one I'm wearing is starting to lose its paint. My sister and I tried this new store "Eye Experts" in Market! Market! and I bought my new glasses there. I totally regret paying P5,500 for my new glasses though. When I got it, the lenses didn't seem to fit perfectly into the frames. The quality was really bad. I also tried to ask for the grade of my eyes so I could get my contact lense elsewhere. My eyes have gotten used to the brand Flex Wear in Executive Optical so I usually get my glasses there. Although I did try another brand but my eyes got really red so switched back to Flex Wear. Anyway, the lady entertaining me referred me to their "doctor." Here's how our conversation went:

Me: I just want the grade of my eyes so I'd know what grade I have to get when I buy my contact lens somewhere else
Doc: Well, I can't give you your grade if you won't buy the contacts here
Me: Why? (WTH! First time I heard that!)
Doc: If I give you the grade kase, and you get the contacts somewhere else, and if you complain, it's my name on the line. I might lose my license bla bla bla
Me: Uhh, why am I going to blame you?!
Doc: I might lose my license kase. Do you get me?! (His tone was rrreeeallly irritating me. ANG FEELING!!!)
Me: I just want my grade for my eyes coz I want another brand which I have to buy somewhere else
Doc: What brand ba?
Me: Flex Wear in EO. It's soft kase and it suits my eyes
Doc: Ah, the CHEAP brand? You know why it's cheap and why it's soft? It's not FDA approved kase bla bla
Me: Uhh.. I just want my grade!

OHMYGAD!!!! Seriously, he even tried to bad mouth another store. I just searched in the net and I didn't find any bad comments or anything about the contacts of EO. Argh! I really shouldn't have gone to that store. I found out that the doctor was the owner of the store. .. but so what? Seriously, he didn't have the right to treat me or any of his customers that way. When he asked for my age and I said 24, he shut up a bit but still, customers should be treated equally. Being a doctor or the store's owner doesn't give you the right to act like such a feelingero. It's soo annoying! If only I can get my money back! The frames aren't even nice. I'm going to start wearing contact lenses coz I really look like a lolo in my frames. My sister kase!! I trusted her taste pa naman. Next time, I know better! =O

Boo!

2011-03-30T20:01:00.006+08:00

The enclosed area of Mercato with aircon (There's an open-air area)

me and JR

Julie and Ger

Open-air area

Street food

Mercato Spree

I'm back! I was contemplating on making a new blog but I'm really not that creative when it comes to names or titles soooo.. I ended up writing in this blog again. haha Well, my finals exams are almost over so I have the time to blog again. I say "almost" because I still have 1 final paper due for Medical Jurisprudence class and a final exam for Taxation II. My last exam was on March 24 in PRIL so I've been a bum ever since that exam ended. I promise to start doing something productive tomorrow though.

Anyway, I've finally been to Mercato. It's the night/weekend Market everyone (well, not really) is talking about. I went last March 26 (Friday) with JR, Ger and Julie. It was my first time there and my first impression was... ang gulo =O well, it was a market so who am I to complain? I just wanted to get good seats but we had to wait for a few minutes before we could get our own table. The place served different kinds of food. JR and I decided to get isaw (as if I don't see enough of that in UP), some chicken lollipops and milk tea. The food wasn't as expensive as those sold in Salcedo Market. It was a good place to chill actually but it was already past 12 so I was first to call it a night. Mercato is a good place to hang out with friends (I actually bumped into Aldous, my blockmate in law school). I'm not sure if my parents would enjoy it though. It was too crowded and it takes time to get good seats. But for those interested, Midnight Mercato opens on Fridays at 10PM until 3AM I think.

2011-03-25T20:21:00.007+08:00

Sizzlin' Pepper Steak in Eastwood

We ate in Sizzling Pepper Steak today. I ordered their fish wrap with fries and guess what? They didn't have any ketchup. I know it sounds really mababaw but SERIOUSLY! What kind of restaurant sells food such as fries and doesn't have the basic sauce or condiment called KETCHUP?! Well, that ruined my lunch =( Mark got his Pork Sizzling Pepper steak rice though and he said it was yummy. But still, I really don't recommend that restaurant. Haii, I hate bad service. We really should have eaten in Sambokujin!! (btw, I didn't bother to take a picture of my fish wrap with fries since I didn't really enjoy it)

We watched Catch Me... I'm Falling, but I honestly didn't enjoy it as much as I enjoyed One More Chance and A Very Special Love. Hmmm, maybe John Lloyd is more of my type =))

2010-12-24T08:46:00.000+08:00

My aunt won us a real christmas tree from S&R! I think they were getting rid of their stocks coz it was too expensive for everyone. Anyway, we all got excited... good thing the big tree fit perfectly in the van. My mom did the decorations and ta da! Merry Christmas everyone =)

2010-11-07T21:54:00.000+08:00

Maybe the hurt makes us feel more human. But really, I just want to be happy.

2010-11-04T20:00:00.006+08:00

Today we took a roadtrip to Tagaytay to try out the food in Sonya's Garden and well, just to see what the place is like. The place was lovely and peaceful... even all the way to the comfort room. =)) It was funny because we didn't know where we were supposed to go or what we were supposed to do when we actually got to the place. Good thing the receptionist arrived and ushered us to the dining area. When we were seated, we wondered where the buffet table was but the waiter suddenly arrived with our food. It was eat all you can on your table itself. The food was just simple - veggie salad and bread for appetizer, pasta and tuna for the main course and chocolate cake and turon with tea to end the meal. It was yummy but there was a lack of variety in the food. I think I would rather go to Josephine's if it weren't for the nice ambiance and organic food they served. Anyway, we also bought super cheap pineapples. haha Well, they were kinda small but I got them for P100 for 7 pieces. Good enough because in the supermarket, one pineapple costs way more. We also bought papaya and buko pie. Yay =)

The thing I can't forget about the trip though is when I got out of the car to buy the pineapples. My camera accidentally fell on the ground without me noticing it. It was a blessing when this lady who was just walking by saw it and gave it to me. I mean, I don't think all people would do that. Thank God for the nice lady. =)

2010-11-03T08:27:00.003+08:00

As of 5 AM yesterday, cupcake, my lil shih tzu, gave birth to 5 puppies who still look like lil rats now. =)) I left Cebu yesterday and I didn't want to leave when I saw those lil creatures. Sooo cute but they all look like Scrappy, my brother's Jack Russel Terrier. See those spots? Oh no because Scrappy is a monster. haha kidding. He's just a very annoying dog which nibbled my foot before so I had to get an anti-rabies shot. Boo! Well, I'm sure we would have to give them away again coz we have 5 dogs right now at home. I hope we get to keep one though.

2010-10-23T20:28:00.002+08:00

FINALLY!!!!!!!!!

That's all I can say. After almost a month long of having my final exams, I really caNOT imagine how I'm going to handle the bar exam in 2012. And I mean how I'm going to handle it physically and not just mentally. Since last month, I've been feeling some pain so I went to the doctor for a checkup yesterday just to be sure nothing was wrong with me (even if I still had an exam today). She said it was just stress and yadayadayada. She recommended eating less salt and sweets. haha RIGHT! sweets=coffee and salt=food to keep me awake. Well, I was very relieved to know I was fine. I was being paranoid the whole time to the point that I couldn't focus on studying anymore. Gah! What lawschool can do to you. Well, I'm officially on sembreak so I really hope I can recover and not feel the pain anymore. I asked my other law school friends about it and some of them said they felt some pain as well. haha I hope I don't have ulcer!! I can't afford to have a ruined tummy. =O

Anyway, third year first sem has been very stressful. I THINK I lost a lot of weight without intentionally doing so. I think it's actually bad. I look so.. stressed? harrassed? Ewan. I should get back to eating good healthy food. Hai. Rest time. Whee!

2010-10-03T18:33:00.000+08:00

i'm sad. boo. =(

2010-09-27T19:08:00.003+08:00

Awhile ago, I told my friend I was sad but I didn't know exactly why. Maybe one reason was the occurrence yesterday at Taft where many Law Students were waiting for the barristers to get out. around 44 people were injured, most of them women from Beda. My friend from Beda thankfully, was not hurt but from the news today, one of them had both of her legs amputated and two others might have one of their legs amputated as well. I was thinking how inhumane people can actually get. What is wrong with them?!!? Seriously... It may have been a frat war and yea, maybe the target was supposedly some other frat but hello, whether or not the people who got injured were fratmean doesn't matter! These people actually have lives and a future ahead of them. I hope the people responsible for this realize the adverse impact on the victims' lives. And I hope they'll be haunted with what they've done for the rest of their lives!!!! I'm glad my Portian sisses were'nt hurt but still, I pray for those who got badly hurt from what happened.

Another reason perhaps, is the realization that in life, we never actually get everything we want. But I know that God is good. So, in His time. I shall wait =)

2010-09-19T12:46:00.000+08:00

I will love you more today than yesterday....
But not as much as tomorrow... =)

2010-09-15T21:47:00.004+08:00

I got called for nego recit today. Wednesday is my busiest day of the week and our nego prof had to extend class so I ended up having a class from 1:30-7:30Pm except that our prof in the first class didn't show up. I got called for recit in nego (as expected I think) and I forgot the answer to a question he asked. I swear I read it but I just couldn't remember. Fortunately or NOT, my seatmates started to make "radyo." That's the term we use when we try to help out those reciting in case she or he doesn't know the answer. My seatmate said "extrinsic" but I heard "existing" so I said "sir, existing acceptance." But really, the right answer was "extrinsic acceptance." hahaha And the prof said "Ang lakas na nga ng radyo hindi mo pa narinig." Waaah... Super sucks! Oh well... I'm so tired. Good thing Tracy treated me to a drink and sandwich in Starbucks =) Sana kami nlng ni Tracy! haha Right. Anyway, tonight I swear I'm just going to sleep. I need to rest my saturated brain.

I guess things like these don't really matter to some people... might as well not care about it too.

2010-09-12T14:38:00.003+08:00

I know I've been gone for quite some time but I'm back =)) September is such a busy busy busy BUSY month because of bar operations. Last night, I had to go home early due to a bad headache which I'm frequently having from time to time. I have to remember getting a check-up on sembreak. =O Anyway, I have nothing much to say. I'm stressed, tired but happy. =)

I'm dreading the Bar on 2012...

2010-07-14T16:26:00.000+08:00

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2010-07-08T22:08:00.001+08:00

I'm happy I'm getting my glow back. God is good! =)

On the other side, acads is killing me. My sched this sem is craaazy. I need Red Mango!!

2010-07-02T10:14:00.001+08:00

Yesterday at 8:08pm

by Ren Aguila

At 1845 hrs today, a group of four unknown assailants entered Shakey's Katipunan and injured two members of the UP College of Law Office of Legal Aid (OLA) team. The team was having a dinner meeting when the assailants entered the restaurant. Using blunt weapons, the assailants attacked two of the legal aid team. They escaped through the front and side entrances of the restaurant less than two minutes later, leaving on a green old model Lancer whose plate number ended in 742.

UP Dean Marvic Leonen believes that the attack may have been the result of a fraternity war between the Upsilon Sigma Phi and Sigma Rho fraternities. The team says that the assailants were unknown to them, but the assailants left behind one hood and several blunt weapons.

As of this writing, police are on the scene to conduct the investigation.

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Can I just say that boys are so stupid??!!
Fine, frat boys...
Fine.. some frat boys...
Argh! I am so outraged with what has been happening. I'm worried for my friends who are frat members and for my friends whose boyps are frat members. SOooo stupid!!!!!!

2010-06-14T18:40:00.003+08:00

I can't believe this is just the 2nd week of law school. Seriously!!! We just had a long weekend but apparently, 4 days wasn't enough for me. =( I checked the school calendar and realized that the next holiday would still be on August. That's too far!! Okay, I'm ranting. Ehhh kaseeee.... =O Anyway, all I can say is that I'm in HELL every Wednesday and Thursday 6-730PM and our prof every TSat is gwapo (in Malcolm's standard coz you rarely see a cute guy stepping in Malcolm haha).

Okay, back to reality.

2010-06-07T17:21:00.001+08:00

I'm thankful for what I have and what I had. =)

2010-06-05T22:24:00.003+08:00

If anyone would ask me who I think is one of the strongest women I know, I would say that would have to be Joandrea Santiago. I've known Jo since college in Ateneo. We were in the same org, AtSCA, which led us to be close. Just after she graduated and started working, she started to experince symptoms which were diagnosed as lupus. It all seemed so sudden for her family and friends but I can imagine how sudden it was for Jo to HAVE TO experience all those things. I think I visited her twice or thrice in the hospital and I still remember how awkward it felt to see your close friend in that situation. Her parents were often there in the hospital with her and indeed, Jo is blessed to have parents who really love and care for her.

Once, when I visited, she was in so much pain because of something related to UTI and I remember she was crying, and I couldn't help but cry as well. I hated how she had to suffer all these. I mean, we keep asking the same question "Why? Why Jo?" It could have happened to someone else. What if it happened to me? I really wouldn't know how I' would get through. But Jo was always the strong and resilient one even back in college. When people wanted to rant or just air out how they felt, one of those people they would approach was Jo. I admit that even until now, I still turn to Jo for advice. I am so amazed that despite all the sufferings, she has remained strong and grounded in her faith in God. Because of this, I look up to her.

Everyone is lucky to have Jo as she is indeed a blessing. I'm very lucky to have Jo and I am really really glad that everytime I see her, she's getting better and better. In no time, I'm sure she will get her life back, although I know it will never be the same because of everything she's been through. She will look at things differently and this woman will be stronger than she was before. I'm very proud of her! =)

Happy birthday Jo! I love you!!

2010-06-03T20:49:00.010+08:00

Buckingham Palace

The London Eye

Freedom Park

London Bridge

Big Ben

The Little Boy (in Belgium)
While the boy is peeing, we're drinking =)

Eating Belgian Waffles

The castle that inspired Disney's castle

Eating in Lugano, Italy

View from our train, the Bernina Express

Alps

in the clouds (went up to one of the Alps)

The Eiffel Tower

Notre Dame Church

Sacred Heart Church

Dinner with Cha Chu

I just got back from our so-called Euro Trip. It was a pretty hectic vacation. Everyday, we seemed to visit a different country or town. We went to London, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Italy and France in just 10 days. Everyday, we had to get up early coz we had to travel for hours by bus. It was tiring but the overall experience was great. The country view was beautiful. We could see the Alps in Switzerland with the icy tops. Cherry beer in Belgium was a delight. Switzerland was nice and very clean. In Italy, we just stayed for 2 hours at most to eat lunch. haha At least we got to eat the real Italian pizza and pasta. In Paris, the Eiffel Tower just looked like a big tower. There were so many people, most of who were probably tourists. The streets were also kinda dirty. I had high expectations about the place but at first, I really thought it was just overcrowded and dirty. Their Metro is even dirtier and smellier than ours. My friend, Cha Chu who I met up with, said that the homeless people preferred to sleep there at night since it was warmer. Anyway, I just saw the beauty of Paris when we visited the beautiful Churches and had mass in one of them. The mass was in French but Cha Chu translated the homily for me. During peace be with you, people around me shook my hand and smiled. The mass was very solemn. It was beautiful. We also got to pray in the churches we visited and indeed, I felt God's presence with me =)

I'll just post some pictures to summarize the whole trip =)

Now, I'm back to work in Manila for Dean. Bum time is over!

2010-05-19T20:24:00.002+08:00

i wish there was a time machine. 8 hours waiting in hk to get to london is too long.

2010-05-18T08:48:00.009+08:00

Milk Station on the way Kawasan Falls

Kawasan Falls

Zipline

Plunge

Great Spontaneous Weekend

Last weekend was very eventful. We went to Kawasan Falls last Saturday. It was my first time going there so I didn't know it would take 3-4 hours just to get to the place. But then again, maybe our driver was just driving slow. Kawasan Falls is in the south of Cebu. We passed by Carcar, known for its chicharon, and Moalboal, which had a great view of beaches. Joanna and I wanted to go to the beach instead since the water looked so inviting but the point of our whole trip was Kawasan Falls so we had to push through. We passed by the Milk Station for a pit stop and ofcourse, for their icecream made from carabao's milk. Personally, the icecream wasn't that spectacular but it was pretty cheap so sulit na.

When we got to Kawasan Falls, we had to hike a few meters to get to the first falls. My friends wanted to go to the seventh falls since its water was the cleanest but when we got to the second falls, we were all tired from hiking. Moreover, the steps going up were getting steep so it might be hard to go down later. One can stay overnight in the falls since they had lodging there but I'm not really a fan of swimming and my parents don't like it when I stay overnight somewhere so we just stayed there for 2 hours. It was enough though. We just took a quick dip. The water was sooo cold! It felt great since summer can get really hot. There were small fishes in the area too. By the time we got back to the city, it was already dark and everyone was tired.

That Saturday, Valerie called me up and asked if I was game to go to Bohol with them, particularly in Danao Adventure Park where the activities include the Philippines' longest zipline, caving, the Plunge, rapelling, rafting and etc. I said I was game immediately. Good thing my parents allowed me to go. The problem was waking up so early for it. I woke up around 3:30AM since the boat would be leaving at 5:45AM. When we got there, we had to take a road trip for about an hour. It was all worth it though. I loved everything especially the Plunge. It was like bungee jumping!! I loved the feel of falling although it was a bit scary too. The zipline was great as well. One could clearly see the view of the river and the forests. Caving was an adventure!! There was only one opening which served both as its exit and entrance. We had to climb, swim, walk and crawl through the cave. It was crazy!! But we survived!! I loved the experience =)

visit http://www.eatdanao.com/ for more details =)

2010-05-17T08:02:00.002+08:00

Why enter something complicated when you knew you couldn't handle it in the first place?!

2010-05-13T08:45:00.005+08:00

Evolution of a lasting friendship
Mayl Cafe and Ros Nonato

Last night, my friends and I went to Maylene's house to say goodbye. Goodbyes are never easy so last night was a struggle especially for Mayl. She would be going to

Australia

to take her last practical exam so she can start working there. Maylene and I have been friends since nursery in Sacred Heart School for Girls. She was my best friend then and I still consider her as one of my best friends. My parents remember her as "kape" based on her last name. Tears were common last night although I didn't cry. I think my tears ran out a few weeks ago and really, I'm not a fan of crying. It's like people are leaving me but not really. Her dad kept saying "Si Ros nlng mabilin nganhi?" Yea, I'm actually waiting for the day when I go back to visit Cebu and only 2-5 of my close friends are still here and haven't left for abroad. Sigh.

In my mind, I wasn't really sad because I knew we'd still see each other in the future. I guess it's just hard on her part to leave her family and friends behind. If I were in her place, I'd probably cry too. I just pray she'll succeed in her career and lovelife there. I'm sure she will. =)

2010-05-12T08:53:00.001+08:00

I, Joandrea Santiago, with my countrymen as my witness, pledge allegiance to Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino, Jr., as president of my motherland, the Republic of the Philippines. From this day forth I will refrain from bashing his followers and belittling his achievements (or lack there of) as a senator. I will laugh at his dorky jokes and clap enthusiastically when he reads his speeches. I will support his love life as well as the career of his sibling, Kris Aquino. I will smile happily when he tackles the Hacienda Luisita issue with “nasa korte pa yan, hahayaaan kong ang batas ang magpatupad n’yan”. I will nod in agreement and think not of the poor farmers who have been killed throughout the ordeal. I will worship the color yellow and have all my underpants in that color. Ii will only wear swiss flex glasses, Philip Stein watches in yellow leather straps, yellow ballers, polo shirts and expensive wigs and eat foods only in the color of yellow. I will not corrupt anyone in order to do so. This I pledge this 11th of May year two thousand and ten, before you and all my readers. So help me God.

-a repost from jo =))

2010-05-11T16:52:00.002+08:00

I was bored and found this interesting post on religion... Actually, the more interesting part was the comments section =)

2010-05-10T12:33:00.004+08:00

Happy Mother's day to our mommy!!

Halalan 2010:
I'm a proud voter! Hopefully, the voters turnout isn't as bad especially with the looong lines.
I wasn't able to volunteer under LENTE anymore since no one contacted me in Cebu. Sayang... Maybe next elections...

2010-05-06T21:22:00.011+08:00

We went to Marikina City Jail today to conduct a voter's education to the detainees there. Based on a recent Comelec resolution, detainees (and not convicts) can now vote. Anyway, it was very nice to know that the people there, even the wardens, were very interested in what we had to say. Well, I actually didn't say anything because I'm really bad in speaking tagalog. =O But I promised to say something next time. I'm supposed to be part of the legal desk this coming elections but the Director in my area has not yet contacted me.

After everything, I thought I'd be okay but I guess the wound cuts deep. They say rationalizing helps to slowly ease the emotions. Mind over matter. Easier said than done.

Already Gone (Kelly Clarkson)
Remember all the things we wanted
Now all our memories, they're haunted
We were always meant to say goodbye
Even without fists held high, yeah
Never would have worked out right, yeah
We were never meant for do or die

I didn't want us to burn out
I didn't come here to hurt you now
I can't stop

I want you to know
That it doesn't matter
Where we take this road
Someone's gotta go
And I want you to know
You couldn't have loved me better
But I want you to move on
So I'm already gone

Looking at you makes it harder
But I know that you'll find another
That doesn't always make you wanna cry
Started with a perfect kiss
Then we could feel the poison set in
Perfect couldn't keep this love alive

You know that I love you so
I love you enough to let you go

2010-05-05T21:51:00.004+08:00

They say that when God takes away something from you... okay, maybe that sounds too harsh. Let's just say when things turn out NOT the way you want it, God always gives you something better in return. Things to keep you preoccupied. Well, I could not agree more. My friend invited me to go running with him last night. Urm, it was SOooo tiring! I swear!! He's really a runner but I didn't expect he expected me to "train" like a runner as well. He made me do drills, warm ups, stretching exercises that almost killed my legs and etc. When I woke up in the morning, I was just so glad I could still feel my legs. haha Seriously, these are the times when I thank God for keeping me preoccupied with other things fun and uh, healthy. I also attended the LENTE accountability training today. Free lunch! Yea! I'm supposed to be deployed during the elections but right now, I'm still unsure of what exactly I'm supposed to do. My friends are actually getting paid by rich politicians to be paralegals or lawyers while I work for uh food. =)) kidding.. I work for a peaceful and truthful elections. =)

Tomorrow, as part of LENTE (Legal Network for Truthful Elections) , I together with other members, will be going to Marikina Jail to conduct a Voter's Education. I'm curious on how the audience there will react. Hmm...

2010-05-02T14:39:00.002+08:00

One loves not because of religion, status or age, but one loves the person for who she or he is. The important thing is that you gave love a chance. -Bro Ij

letting go now =)

2010-05-01T09:33:00.002+08:00

It was my first time to shop for clothes with my guy friend yesterday and I can't believe HE was the one who was able to buy something (actually two - pants and top). I, on the other hand, didn't get to buy anything. Sigh! I really have to get a new wardrobe!! But it was fun. Although I have to admit I'm really NOT the best shopping buddy when it comes to clothes. haha

I watched Ironman 2 with my cousins yesterday!! It was a great movie!! =) I love Fridays!

2010-04-24T22:52:00.004+08:00

bartender's sexyback =p

to sum em all up, cheers to LOVE and LIFE =)

In His Time

Yesterday, I felt so much better about my decision. Well, about our decision actually. My friends have been supportive and everyday, God gives me more and more reasons to be happy about where I am today. In His time, God will provide =) Today, my mom and I went to get some facial. afterwhich, I met up with Val who treated me to buffet lunch with her family. Awkward coz her family was there but it was nice to talk with Val again. After, my mom and I went to the parlor where she got her nails done and where I got my hair done. Haha Yea, I kinda need to "renew" myself this summer so when I start classes on June. Woohoo! Fight! I keep praying to God He'll give me the renewed hope and spirit that I need (Contrary to what SOME people say, I'm a believer).

I had dinner with Benson and Joanna in Mactan since there was a festival there featuring different hotels selling different dishes. It was fun to watch the bartending competition =)) Afterwards, we grabbed a quick drink in Moon since I had to be home early for my check up with my Uncle. Due to too much emo shit the past week, I got sick with some colds, cough and sore throat. haha I guess psychologically preparing for it wasn't enough to make me emotionally prepared. But I'm getting better and I'm glad. =)

Oh, I asked Maricel, the one who did my facial, and the guys working in the parlor who they were voting for and Maricel said she was voting for Gibo and the guys, for Noynoy. I was glad that people are starting to become more aware of the country's need right now and aren't just manipulated by greedy politicians and their advertisements. But majority of the votes against Villar are really divided between Noynoy and Gibo so now, I'm a bit confused. I want to vote for Gibo but people are telling me to vote for Noynoy if I don't want Villar to win. Hmm... =O We'll see.

2010-04-22T12:37:00.002+08:00

Fighting fire with fire is useless... Might as well throw water at it to end it all. So now, while at home, I'm spending my summer trying to learn how to be emotionally detached. I haven't even started studying yet. Argh. I am such a distracted person. =O Hopefully when school starts, I can easily get back to nerd mode. I miss the fast paced life.

2010-04-21T07:39:00.003+08:00

It's funny how people can have different interpretations of a single text. it's like questioning the Supreme Court why they decided the way they did in allowing the midnight appointment of the next chief justice but you know you can't do anything about it, but at the same time, you know it's wrong.

My point is, I guess love can also be decided upon by people interpreting a text. I'm not even questioning the text, but just the interpretation in the present day setting. Even the right to suffrage can be dictated upon. Funny, but if that's the way it goes for some people, then I really pity how blind they can be. I can accept it's really like that for some people but no, I will never understand it.

2010-04-20T09:12:00.000+08:00

After A While
by: Veronica Shoffstall

After a while you learn the subtle difference
between holding a hand and chaining a soul,
And you learn that love doesn’t mean leaning
and company doesn’t mean security.
And you begin to learn that kisses aren’t
contacts and presents aren’t promises
And you learn to build all your roads on today
because tomorrow’s ground is too uncertain for plans.

After a while you learn that even
sunshine burns if you get too much,
So plant your own garden and decorate
Your own soul, instead of waiting for
someone to bring you flowers.
And you learn that you really can endure
that you really are strong,
and you really do have worth.

2010-04-17T15:27:00.001+08:00

My first taste of summer was a few days ago. I finally went out of town. Well, it was only less than 2 hours away from the city but it's still out of town since Corregidor island is well, an island. That was my third time to go there by the way but it was still fun and enlightening despite the hot hot weather. For those interested to visit the place, visit http://www.corregidorphilippines.com/

I still want to travel around the Philippines. I want to go to Zambales, Batangas, Baguio, Palawan (again), Malapascua, Pangasinan... etc etc =)

Last week til today was still spent working in school for the WOWWVOTE project but I'm so happy I get to go home to Cebu on Monday. I want to meet my puppies =) My sister's graduation is tomorrow and I'm proud of her for having honors. If can't make it to the OPF, it's okay, at least my sister's one of the top in their batch. =D

2010-04-04T14:23:00.004+08:00

These are the times when I ask myself if this is still worth it.

2010-03-27T20:54:00.001+08:00

Final exams... are killing me! 2 more to go.. woohooo! But I just have to say I'm proud of UP Law for having a 94.28% passing rate for batch 2009. Wooohooo! Batch 2012... 100% na toh!!! pressure. huhu okay, back to studying.

2010-03-26T15:56:00.005+08:00

I think there are really just days or moments when I just want to cry. Like uh right now? And I don't know why... Okay fine, I do but it's not something I can do something about. It's not that simple to pretend that everything will be fine and it will just go away. I'm in the middle of my hellish exams in law school but being an emotional wreck at the same time isn't helping. Sometimes, I just want to take a break and really, just cry. I'm so tired of thinking and feeling this way but at the same time, I can't just can't stop. Everyone seems to tell me to stop and yes, I'm telling myself to stop but I can't. It hurts now and I know it's going to hurt more later. I really don't know why He placed me in this situation. I don't think I've ever cried so much over something than this. ='(

Lord, grant me the wisdom I need right now, and the strength to get me through.

2010-03-17T16:46:00.002+08:00

I'm tired. I'm tired of waiting. I'm tired of hoping.
that things will get better.
that there's a chance for the future.
but nothing.
I'm just tired really...
tired of waiting and hoping for nothing.

2010-03-11T21:59:00.001+08:00

Guys, RUN4EARTH is on Sunday! Let's run!! 6AM Reg and 630AM RUN!! go naaaa!!! the first 60 people to complete 4 laps get a free shirt! =)

Support EARTH HOUR 2010, March 27 830-930PM

2010-03-05T09:45:00.006+08:00

Trust no one?

This week and the week before that has been nothing but stressful especially with the "Alleged Election Fraud" that happened during the elections last week in the College. I say "ALLEGED" because there's no concrete evidence yet as to whether or not there is an election fraud. Well, it could have happened but the thing is, the complainant who supposedly saw it happen doesn't want to testify. So, can we say this is all just hearsay? Based on the fact finding of LSG, there were 2 confirmed cases of students who were able to vote but did not actually step into the College that election day, and their votes were taken without their consent. Actually, just one confirmed that it was without his/her consent but still! I'm frustrated because for one, the EJT is being accused and wow, I'm part of the EJT. I can't say for sure that none of us did it but I can strongly vouch for some of us. It's just annoying how they call EJT this and that when only a few and in their personal capacity must've done some anomaly. Argh! Fine, I know I should've been more vigilant in guarding the votes of the electorate. I admit I only helped for around 2 hours but really, didn't I just volunteer for this job? I wouldn't even be an EJT mem if it wasn't for my friend who asked me help out. But sure, go file a complaint against all of us.

Don't get me wrong... I'd want the truth to come out as well and I'll commit to whatever investigation the Board will be conducting. I'm just frustrated about what has happened and what people are talking about really. I hope the people who did it (assuming there was fraud but then again, where's the presumption of regularity?) will pay. And if proven, I guess the saying that law school is a breeding ground of corruption has some hint of truth in it. Hai, I hope this issue gets resolved soon especially since Finals are coming up. As if a law student has no other problem to take care of.

2010-02-25T20:45:00.004+08:00

Almost March =(

And the question forever remains, why?
and the answer is, that's life... ho welll...

how can your heart skip a beat and ache, both at the same time?

2010-02-21T08:34:00.005+08:00

Last Friday was my first time to step into the Supreme Court En Banc Session Hall. I know, sosyal! Dean asked me to attend the Chief Justice Puno Lecture Series on the ASEAN Law where Ambassador Rosario was the speaker. Urm, I honestly had no idea what the topic was before I got there except that it was regarding the ASEAN. Anyway, I was surrounded by much oldER people and I actually got to see some of the Supreme Court Justices. I brought a cam along with me but I had to sit in the balcony so the shots weren't so clear. Sigh, I have to get myself a better cam. All I have are hand-me-downs from my siblings. It was overwhelming to see so much "formal" people in the audience. Actually, when I got to the registration booth and signed in from the "Dean's Office, UP Law," one of the women manning the registration asked me "Abogado?" and I just looked at her, paused and said, "Um, UP Law, Dean's Office po." Haiii, I could have just pretended to be a lawyer huh? But I guess I'm not yet ready to act like one. I felt soo out of place. Good thing I left my casual look at home.

The talk was regarding the ASEAN Charter and the need to upgrade it (I think that was what it was all about). I honestly couldn't absorb the information since I was never the type who's interested in Economics or uhh, was even good at it. I really thought CK was the better representative for this lecture. But oh well, my task was just to take down notes and get the presentations. Thank God that the speech of Ambassador Rosario was available as handouts for the audience. Phew!

Hmm, what else? Nothing much. Still boring me. I've decided not to intern this summer. My dad and brother advised me to just rest since I'm not required to intern anyway. Moreover, I thought of spending summer with my parents since I don't get to see them always. AND well, I plan to spend the summer reviewing some subjects I totally suck in like Torts. Eek, I know I promised myself to review that last sembreak but hehe yea, promises are meant to be broken, even to one's self. Hai, my life is such a blah right now. I'm just happy for the long weekend =)

Yea, maybe I'm just a fool... fooling myself...

2010-02-17T22:45:00.001+08:00

When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. ~Kahlil Gibran

2010-01-28T23:13:00.002+08:00

I wonder when or if things will ever fall into place for me. I just feel like I'm in this huge pot hole.. I think pit is the right term. Boo.

2010-01-24T11:04:00.003+08:00

Credit Midterm exam

45 minutes
40 multiple choice questions and 1 essay
Multiple choice: Situational questions + True/False/It depends on____ questions

Russ told me that Sir said there was only one It depends answer. I'm so dead! I had about urm, 5 it depends answers. huhu Kill me now? Sigh, I just hope I passed. Labor exam was crazy too. I still have agency on Feb. 1. It never ends.

It is the time you have wasted on your rose that makes your rose so important. -The Little Prince

2010-01-10T01:35:00.005+08:00

Hapee New Year

I attended Malcolm Madness today. First time to attend such an event just to support my blockmates. Yes, I do love them so. Afterwards, I hitched with Stella to Portia's New Year's Party to drink the night away. Errr, okay fine... I just had a few shots.. Urrm, just around 15 shots... (yes, coz I still have to wake up for mass and study study for my midterms) but I was still able to drive Kring to her condo in Eastwood and well, I was able to drive myself home all the way to Fort. I was annoyed when these policemen were causing traffic to randomly check cars for the upcoming elections. Well, I assumed it was for the upcoming elections since the sign said something like the COMELEC authorized it. Hmm, I hitched with Stella going back to school since I left my car there. Enough time for me to be sober. Anyway, I scare myself sometimes when I drive and I feel like whoopsy daisy. I scare myself a lot lately, actually... The things I do, and the decisions I make. Oh well, Hapee new year indeed to meee!

2009-12-31T20:53:00.004+08:00

Last day of 2009

Hmm, since I'm such a boring person, I didn't do much to celebrate the last day of the year. I just went with my parents to the mall and bought some ingredients for my carbonara in the grocery. Then I went to the hardware to buy a pair of earplugs. So cool coz I found a good pair! They're not too bright and big like my last one so yehey, happy new year to meee! (yes, I know I'm such a loser) The earplugs, by the way, is for me to focus when I study coz it gets kinda noisy here in the house. I wish the door in our room was soundproof so I wouldn't have to hear my mom and the tv but they're not, so the earplugs will do. My parents were still buying something in the mall so I went to Bo's Coffee and urm, tried reading cases for Credit class. Can you actually believe we have class on the 4th of the 1st month of the year? Argh!! KILL!! How can one possibly study during the holidays?? huhu But oh well, that's life in law school. No choice. So yes, I had to study and use my earplugs. Then Benson came and we talked for awhile. He told me some good news and all I can say is that I am truly happy for him =) I'm happy everything fell into place for him. Sigh, I wish I could say the same for me but oh well, life can be really annoying sometimes. It throws stuff (more like rocks) at you which you just have to deal with.

My relatives who actually just live next door came to have dinner with us. Urmmm, that's it.... We don't usually have BIG celebrations for the new year so I'm contented with today. Happy New Year! Here's to more LOVE and LIFE to everyone =)

Just thinking about it already hurts...

2009-12-30T16:13:00.004+08:00

I was cleaning the mess in my room, looking through the drawers and cabinets, when I got hold of my old diary. I was reading through it and I realized I'm such an emo, mababaw person. The first entry was on May 2000 and the last entry June 2002. hahaha That's almost 10 years ago. I can't believe I ranted so much about childish stuff I refuse to mention. Wahaha yuck! I hope my parents weren't able to read this. Hmm, I want to burn this even... haha

On a serious note, I need to rethink on some things. I feel so blah right now. Blah!

2009-12-25T12:53:00.008+08:00

Christmas in Bacolod

Every Christmas, my family together with our relatives from Bacolod get together and celebrate the birth of Christ. It's either we celebrate it in Cebu or in Bacolod. This year, we're here in Bacolod, the City of Smiles, to celebrate it. Our flight was the first flight to Bacolod last December 23. Imagine we had to wake up at 1:30 in the morning to make sure we didn't miss our 4:45AM flight. We're early birds that way. It was cool though coz I met Raprap Falcon, my orgmate in Ateneo, who also had a 4:45AM flight but to Cebu. We had enough time to catch up after 3 years of not seeing each other. It was nice to meet an old friend again =)

When we got to Bacolod, we ate breakfast and went to The Ruins.

The Ruins is a new tourist spot here in Bacolod. It was owned by the family of the wealthy Lacsons who were hacienderos. I imagined the mansion newly built and well, it must have been really lovely. I asked my dad where lolo's mansion was. Hmm, well, since he's also a haciendero. My dad just laughed and said it's in Hinigaran. Haha Right, I miss my lolo. We visited his grave the other day, along with my lola's grave and I can just remember the day of his funeral which was also held at that cemetary. I miss him so much. Now, all we have are our family reunions every year since that's what my dad and his siblings promised him.

Yesterday, we went to Mambukal. It's this volcano which is about 1 to 1.5 hours away from the City. I think it's in the province of Murcia. We ate a quick lunch of Chicken Inasal (yum!!) which was paid for by Mingen. After, we went to see the Hot Sufluric Springs and hiked to see the 7th Falls. Yes, we really hiked! I had to retire my havaianas since nasira sya on the way back from the Falls. huhu, Oh well, my havs lasted for 2 years and it was just given so good enough =p Ken, my cousin was kind enough to lend me his oversized havs since the trail was really rocky. He had to walk barefoot... urk.. soree.. Anyway, we had to cross 3 rivers on the way to the falls. It was fun! haha Tiring but fun! And it was well worth it since the falls was really nice, although it was just small. The water felt cool too =)

Today's our last day here. boo! but I'm so loving it. I love the food!!! And I love my famly =) Truly, there's no better way to spend my Christmas.

Happy Birthday Jesus =)

2009-12-18T20:33:00.003+08:00

We had our block Christmas party last night and it was uber fun. I was just so tired and sleepy though so I wasn't as hyper. Boo to me! I had enough sleep, I think. Maybe it's just the mental and emotional stress that's getting to me. Oh well, as if I'm not used to that. Anyway, Pat was my Santa and yipeee! I finally have a new USB. 4GB!!! yehey! haha Okaaay, I know I can buy one for myself but I just love it when I receive something useful from people. Hmm, I know it was in my Christmas wishlist but still, yey!

So today was my first day of freedom (for the Christmas break, that is) and what a way to spend it at home. Gah! I'm such a lazy person. I just ate and slept the whole day. Gah! I was too lazy to go out. Oh well...

I never knew loving someone could hurt so much...

2009-12-04T18:07:00.003+08:00

I always knew life was complicated, but I didn't know it could get THAT complicated. Complicated or not, I'm happy. No matter what the circumstances are, I don't really care right now. I know, it's stupid. I know, I'm stupid. I know, I'll get hurt. I know, things may not work out. And I know for sure, some are not amenable. Oh well, it's good to know and feel I'm human. But hey, I'm happy. I'm secure. And I have no regrets being with you. =)

So, today, I thank the Big Guy above for the gift of you.

Happy birthday! =) Huggie!

2009-12-03T18:51:00.002+08:00

Nothing is more practical than finding God,
that is, than falling in love in a quite absolute, final, way.
What you are in love with, what seizes your imagination,
will affect everything.
It will decide what will get you out of bed in the morning,
what you will do with your evenings,
how you will spend your weekends,
what you read,
who you know,
what breaks your heart,
and what amazes you with joy and gratitude.
Fall in love, stay in love, and it will decide everything

-Father Arrupe, SJ

2009-11-29T09:35:00.002+08:00

My dad sent me a message which made me laugh=)

Dad: Jean, what's my password in passbook?
Me: Passbook? Or did you mean facebook?
Dad: Facebook pala. He he

=P

2009-11-19T20:11:00.002+08:00

nonsense post

Sigh, I'm such a busy bee. =O I need a long vacation where I won't have to do anything but uh... sleep, read, travel, eat, sleep and yea, sleep. Boo. Can I please stop being a busy bee? Boo to me.

2009-11-15T16:19:00.001+08:00

1st week, 2nd Sem, 2nd Year

Stress!! But God is good because I wasn't called yet for recit in any of my classes. And God is good because I found a speaker a day before the talk I was supposed to give in La Salle. Phew! Have to study study study. I can't wait for Christmas vacation.

I always thought that there was this one perfect person for everybody in the world, you know, and when you found that person the rest of the world kind of magically faded away, and, you know, the two of you would just be inside this kind of protective bubble, but there is no bubble, I mean if there is you have to make it, I just think life is more than a series of moments, you know, we can make choices, and we can choose to protect the people we love, and that's what makes us who we are and those are the real memories. -Forces of Nature

2009-11-09T11:01:00.001+08:00

Scratch died a few weeks ago due to some liver problem =( so my brother got another dog... this time, a Jack Russell Terrier (remember Wishbone?). His name is Scrappy (Yea, I know.. we name our dogs funny!) and he's sooo tiny... He's barely 2 months old. Anyway, he has a thing for nibbling on our toes so later I have to get him some toys to chew or uh, play with. Right now, the only thing I can give him are my old socks. =)

2009-11-08T20:39:00.004+08:00

These are the times when I wonder why and how I ever got here in the first place. And I can't help but think that maybe this is... this was... not meant to be.

2009-11-06T00:14:00.002+08:00

Coz you know we love you =)
From the happiest moments to heartaches, we're just here for you!

Happy birthday Doriee!

2009-11-04T19:39:00.005+08:00

Today is such a boring lazy day. It was raining half of the time... the weather was perfect for staying at home and just moping around. I did a bit of cleanup in my room since my parents, aunt and uncle will be arriving on Friday but other than that, I just watched TV and slept. I'm such a tamad person. Well, at least I was able to go out and do some groceries. I think the prices went up due to the typhoons since we paid a relatively higher price. Tsk! Hmm, I should really be reading up on Torts since I didn't learn anything from our class last semester. Boo! Tomorrow's our reg and I still lack 2 subjects. Oh well, I hope everything gets fixed by tomorrow. Anyway, boredom gets you thinking so I thought of what I really wanted to do if I could do anything I wanted right now. Well, as usual, I still wana go far far away. I want to get out of the city and just travel travel travel. I wanna go to Egypt (my parents are going there this weekend... good for them!), Africa and the Amazon. Gah! If only I had the time and money huh? Someday perhaps. And oh, I want to do some shopping too. My wardrobe is so overused now. huhu, I'm just so tamad to go shopping though. Tsk again. Anyway, I'm just so so bored right now. =D So yea, nonsense post right here.

2009-10-30T21:05:00.001+08:00

I wish my life was my own to live.

2009-10-26T18:02:00.002+08:00

Buster is gone but we now have Scratch =) Ang kulit niya!! He's here for the mean time in our Condo but we'll be bringing him home with us to Cebu on the 29th. Hooray, final exams are over. I really hope we make it.