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I can say that my 2014 was the year that I embraced changes about myself (disregard my chubbier cheeks and bigger tummy tho, hahaha!) Anyway, this was the year that I graduated and had my first job. Using “had” because today will be my last day here in PSRC. I am just happy that I am feeling relieved. I had so many realizations during my stay here and it really helped me to gain deeper understanding on things. I always keep in mind that change is inevitable, and that change is good. I am always afraid of it in the first place. What if I lose? What if I fail? But then, I realized that moving forward is almost the same thing as moving ahead. If you really wanted to succeed in life, you should not be afraid to take risk, and accept challenges, and if you wanted a certain thing for yourself, you should work hard for it. My 2014 is all about my career. I had so many questions about my job during my first three months and spent time for overthinking about the path that i chose. Is...

Sometimes I feel like I am such a boring person.  I rarely make friends. I am not funny. I am not really talkative. And I am not a good conversationalist. It’s like saying, I am basically a serious person. I am a nerd. I always wanted to talk about books, of poems, basketball and my favorite authors. Those were mostly academic. I rarely join a sociable talk, because I do not say much, I mean, (I later realized that this was me <asked during a job interview>) I really have a long list in mind, because I also considered myself an overthinker. And this was also the reason why boyf and I get misunderstanding often.  It’s because I don’t like his drinking attitude and I do not drink. We are always colliding.  Maybe because this was because of the “New Generation Thing?” I usually think what people think of me, and how do they describe me to people who haven’t met me. Am I something easy to be with? Moreover, I do not care about this anymore. I do not need to prete...

Mini Stop has been known for their signature kariman – with various of special fillings on it inside. I admit I haven’t tried one but I finally did a while ago. :) I believe Kariman is sort of a Japanese food since the convenience store originated in Japan. Relatively, it was a cross between a meat bun and a fried sandwich, according to Sybdive  It contains fillings (whether sweet or savory) stuffed into a piece of yeast dough, sealed, dipped in egg wash, rolled in   panko , and deep-fried till the outside is golden brown and crunchy to the bite. Going back, upon buying Uncle John’s fried chicken meal for my lunch, (which for me is worth-the-buy because of the generous size of the chicken and comparing to other stores offering  the same type of meal, I believe it can be included on your choice) I decided to have Cookie Karamel Kariman since it was only ten pesos. Surprisingly, it was delicious. It tastes like cookie butter with...

I always find myself a sucker for cute stuff – most especially if those are unique goodies such as food that I often see online. So there’s this time that one of my girl crush  posted an M&M birthday cake flavored candy. I was like, “Seriously?! Birthday cake?!” Good thing Maxene located Khansarey Perfume Gallery on this  Instagram post. I immediately mapped the store online. So Khansarey is located at the Shangri La Mall, specifically in the 4 th floor, main wing, stall 405. This was near Toys R’ Us. You will easily find this because it was just a stall, and displays chocolate products such as various M&M’s, Mars, Kitkats etc. They even sell Tacos too! So I bought what I am eyeing for.. Php 299 I also got Kitkat Uji Matcha for 140 (3 small bars) This was incredibly good!!! I never expected it would taste this delicious. So for that, I think what I paid for is really worth it + it is authentically from Japan ...

Many people got very excited upon hearing the news of Zarks having to open up a branch in SM North Edsa. And so do I. Maybe because this mall was considered near among people living in the North bound and that it was accessible to go to. Aside from that, many mall-goers went here. Relatively, I had a date with the gang last Saturday, October 18 th . This was my second time to eat at Zarks, first one’s in Taft last year. (2013-11-23) Back then, this was I ordered. Tadaa, Black Mamba! Cheeseburger in a bed of fresh lettuce, tomato, sauteed mushroom and caramelized onions topped with their very own barbecue rum sauce (PhP 135.00) It’s not easy to get a seat here. We arrived around 2 pm and the seats were all occupied, plus many are still waiting in the area. good thing they have reservations. You just have to tell your name to the ushers accommodating the people and how many you were. We’re 6! We almost waited for 2 hours to have a seat. 30 minutes or so, our...

I can’t believe I found time to write a post about this one. Like, time meets time. Maybe because I was able to finish all the task assigned to me specifically this week, (HELL IT’S BEEN STRESSFUL) and I got praised by an officemate because of a great work yesterday. *Talk about motivation?* As I was typing, I still have an hour and a half left before dismissal.  But this won’t be a lengthy post.  I am just glad because it was also Friday today – I literally will have a stress-free weekend. One more thing, it’s my 20 years and 11 th month of existence today. Next month na!!! Ok, proceed. I was in my senior year in high school when our English teacher introduced us the idea of “Proper Time Management.” She was one of my favorite mentors I had and I was just proud to say that up until now, I am still able to apply that, well I can say an “asset” that everyone should learn to have a balanced life. But then, how does proper time management be achieved? As for me, I c...

Almost 2 weeks ago, Mom and I were able to avail the Mid-Year Mega Bonus of Manila Ocean Park. It was, however, our first time to visit the ocean-themed park since it opened 2005.  We chose the Deep Sea Rush package which costs 550 pesos inclusive of the attractions such as Oceanarium and Jellies Exhibit -- Sharks and Rays Dry Encounter, Fish Spa for 20 minutes and the amazing 15-minute Sea Lion Show! Isn’t that wonderful? Tickets First stop Just at the entrance, you will see this souvenir shop selling various Ocean Park memorabilias such as stuff toys, shirts, tumblers, and more. And to think that we were as excited for cute stuff, I requested to buy some for myself. But.. I wanna buy all! Mom bought pink shirt (Note: Most of the shirt that they sell was of the little size, Philippine size, I guess) I chose this cutie penguin! <3 :) JELLIES EXHIBIT If you are a fanatic of these calm-looking creatures, you will ...

They say not until you were able to experience something is when you’ll finally learn. Yes, not until a few hours ago when I dreamed of something I never thought can make me upset until this moment. I have been a believer of a dream as something relatable to one’s life generally. See my related post . I have dreamed of a thousand dreams, from happy, senseless and worse ones. Few hours ago, I dreamed of being targeted by someone who looks like Pampanga representative and Rain or Shine head coach Yeng Guiao . Imagine a shoot-out fiesta. I am sitting beside eight Jenica’s (me on second last) as he, secretly (but for me obviously) tries to shoot me with a gun with him, on a helicopter. It took him several tries to target me but never did he succeeded. Finally, I came home. But then, he was already there. And I confront him. “Why are you targetting me? What did I do to you?” I told him. He never said a word, instead, just pointed the gun on me. My brother was there. I...

Time flies really fast. ‘Twas June 4 when I started working here which exactly marks my first month today. I am not feeling well, tho. :( It has been a roller coaster mix of emotions (I mean also literally with transpo thingy) for my first few weeks. It just feels so good that I was able to pursue the field I specialized. Oh, Market Research. Nonetheless, it was indeed a precious experience. I am starting to love, at the same time, hate Qualitative because of personal reasons, I was able to beat deadlines. (I suck making interpretations!!) Anyhow, what I love is that I was able to meet various people, coming of all ages and social classifications through GD’s :) Did I forgot to mention the “food perks”? :p Okkkk I am feeling lazy to end this post with a bang, (shame on you chesty cough & colds).. I still have no idea what might happen in the coming days with me here, I am hoping that I will still be able to learn anew.  Ciao!

I finally got my work pay for the first time in forever. :) That was actually yesterday. I remembered what I am planning to do during my first weeks in the office. I am constantly seeing this old man along the sidewalk of Shaw who holds a paper (I just don’t have the idea what was written on it probably him begging for financial help), in formal striped-polo and slacks, white-haired, probably in his sixties. Yes, he actually don’t look like a normal beggar (what I mean by normal is the description of the majority who is dirty, and informally weared.) Anyhow,  I actually felt the need to give because my heart always faints upon seeing old people seeking for help that way (or maybe because I grew-up with my grandparents) I really don’t have enough penny to give him. Not until yesterday when I got my salary. I promised to myself that NO MATTER how little money I have, I will still give to him. :) They say you should share your blessings on your first pay as blessings will c...

Today was nine days since I graduated. That was one of the happiest and most unforgettable moment I experienced probably because of my Mom being there attended. Who would've thought I was able to graduate with flying colors? Who would've imagine I'll make it with honors? Lucky for me I didn't gave up my Laude dream. Certainly, this will not be all possible without the help and support from my Mom and grandparents. My friends were also a help as well. And to this  guy  for inspiring me. I know I will miss the student life. I will miss having sleepless nights because of the next day's quizzes, tests, projects and so on. I will definitely miss my colleagues, zoo-like college, the COCians and their loud voices, somehow, the professors I had and the PUP itself. But this doesn't just end all here. I may have graduated but the learning and experiences I gained throughout those 48 months will surely be treasured. BLESSINGS OVERL...