Paalam.

Ituring mo kong isang alaala, ituring mo kong parte ng nakaraan. Ituring mo kong isang ngiti sa lumang larawan, isang taong moinsan nagbigay saya. 

Darating ang panahon na makakaharap mo ang mga taong naging bahagi ng buhay mo. Gustuhin mo man o ayaw mo, dadating at dadating ang panahon na 'to. Sa panahon na tipong hindi mo inaasahan at hindi mo inaasam asam.

Ilan sa mga taong naging bahagi ng buhay mo ang gusto mo makita? Ilan ang hindi? Bakit hindi na sila bahagi ng buhay mo? Anong nangyari? Sila ba ang lumayo o iniwan mo sila? Anong magiging reaksyon mo kung makita mo sila ulit sa kasalukuyang buhay mo. (Yung mga tipong "the-one-that-got-away ahh)

Sa tagal tagal ng panahon, minsan ko ng napanalangin sa Panginoon na maging sa akin ulit sya. Minsan ko na ring hiniling na makita ko ulit sya. Pero tila ang Diyos ay may tamang tiyempo; hindi maaga, hindi rin naman huli.   Tanging pasensya at pananampalataya lang at malalaman mong may alaga ang paghihintay mo. Lahat talaga ng bagay kanya-kanyang tiyempo.

Sa hindi inaasahang panahon at sa hindi inaakalang lugar makikita ko ulit si "the-one-that-got-away". Aaminin ko na kinabahan ako nung nalaman ko na nadun din sya. Hindi magkandamayaw ang mga ideya sa aking isip kung anong gagawin ko.

Nung nagtagpo ang aming mga mata (malayo sa isa't-isa), naitanong ko sa sarili ko na ganun ba talaga ang pakiramdam ng taong naka"move on" na? Wala ng pag-aasam, pag-ibig o kahit galit na nararamdaman? Kung oo, masasabi ko na naka'move on na nga ako.

Matatangal na sa aking isip na gusto ko na magkakabalikan pa kami. Marahil namimiss ko lang yung dating pinagsamahan namin. Sa halos 2 taon, marami na rin kaming pinagdaanan. Naramdaman kong maging bababe, ligawan, yung ipapakilala mo sya sa pamilya mo at ipapakilala ka sa pamilya niya sa pamilya niya, magkasama kayo sa importanteng araw ng mga kapamilya niyo, yung itetext mo ng "Goodmorning! I love you!" araw-araw, sa mga "random dates", "getaway trip with friends", at yung kasama mo sya sa mga malulungkot at masayang parte ng buhay mo. Nakakamiss naman talaga no.

Halos nahiya akong lumapit sainyo dahil kasama mo sya (Girlie) pero naisip ko, kaibigan na kita bago pa kita naging boyfriend. Bakit ako mahihiya? Atsaka, ayooko naman na mamuo sa isip niyo ni Girlie na suplada ako at bitter pa rin. Pero ganun pala talaga pakiramdam no? Kakabahan ka, manginginig at halos wala ng salitang lalabas sa bibig mo. Iba talaga!

Minsan kailangan natin gumawa ng mali para maitama ang ilang bagay. Masakit man ang kamaliaan, isa itong paraan para malaman ang realidad.

Nakagawa man ako ng mali noon, baka iyon yung paraan na hindi talaga tayo para sa isa't-isa. Masasabi ko naman na hindi ko pinagsisihan yung mga nagawa ko dahil pinilit kong itama ito. Ginawa ko lahat ng maaring gawin pero may mga bagay talaga na hindi na dapat. Lagi kong sinasabi na hindi ko pinagsisisihan dahil alam ko sa sarili ko na ginawa ko yung bahagi ko.

Ang tao nagbabago, maaring masaktan ka sa pag-ibig, umaalis ang mga tao sa buhay mo at nagkakamali ang ilang bagay-bagay. Pero lagi nating tatandaan na: Patuloy ang buhay! 

Ito marahil ang isang paraan para palayain ang sakit at pagmamahal (kay "the-one-that-got-away) na kinimkim ko sa apat na taon. Masaya ako na masaya ka sa buhay pag-ibig mo, masaya ako na naibibigay ni Girlie ang pagmamahal karapat-dapat sayo na hindi ko naibigay at masaya rin ako na naturuan ko ang sarili ko na magsaya at harapin ang mga problema mag-isa.

Sorry. Thank you. I loved you Michael Angelo Cuevas Guevarra. 

100 Years of Living Nobility.

"The story begun a hundred years way back. When holy men came to fulfill their calling. The journey has begun and tool all the chances. Against the raging war with no fear or whatsoever.  Take a chance. Make a change. Stand proud 'cause you have made it."                                                               -Fly High, Centennial Song

It's been a year or so since I last visited my dear Alma Mater, Paco Catholic School. It's celebrating its 100 years and I cannot afford to not witness or be part of it. I've known Paco Catholic School for its a lot of activities every foundation day. From having a mass to showcase of talents down to the rides and concert.

The celebration last for a week. I bet all the school administrator and teachers down to the students are very busy for preparing this event and marking the history. They are few high school that lasts this long, 100 years.    
When I came back to the very ground of where I first learned ABC's and 123's, I was very surprised. It hasn't changed over the year. Expect the fact that there are more oppurtunities for the students to showcase their talents. There are a lot of new clubs like photography club, voice club, guitar club and other things like that. I suddenly utter to myself, "Ang sarap tuloy mag-aral ulit dito sa Paco". It's because the school don't merely focus on studies but also in extra curricular activities that can show that Paconians don't just have brains but also talents.

The centennial celebration was brought to close with a concert. Silent Sanctuary and Rocksteddy with other indie bands set foot, rock the stage and nailed their performance for the Paconians. It was indeed the greatest concert I've ever attended to. I can say that Teddy or Rocksteddy enjoyed his performance because we, Paconians are very participative. Masakit man sa puso performance ng Silent Sanctuary binalanse lang Rocksteddy. I can say that it was very nostalgic, magical and the happiest day of my school life.

Hello.

Fun time.

Cute.

Dance hall.

I miss dancing.

JCS Grounds.

PCS.

JCS Grounds with dear friends.

Kam-Bal.

Life size PCS.

Play time.

Bruha!

Best girlfriend for life.

PCS Timeline.

During the concert.

Waiting.

High school buddies.

Teddy of Rocksteddy.

Silent Sanctuary.

Julz Savard of Save me Hollywood.

Sarkie Sarangay of Silent Sanctuary.

Jason Rondero of Silent Sanctuary.

As I have said, It is always nice to go back where you came from with friends you'll never forget and will always be part of your life. Happy 100 years of Living Nobility. :))

Single Days.

This post is inspired by Boys Night Out Wednesday episode, Single Days. It's Sam Yg's 5th year celebrating his singleness and I've come to realized that I am almost 3 years single now.

I always say that I am single because: people are confusing as fcuk, I'm never good enough and/or the person I like never likes me back. Sometimes I even say that seeing people in love makes me believe in love more. Who am I fooling here anyway? Ha-ha.

But for me single is not a status, it is a word that describes one person strong enough to admit and enjoy life alone. All you have to do is be content on what you have. Who needs a boyfriend/partner when you have friends or family to be with? You don't need to be in a relationship to be complete. We (singles) are complete because of who we are and not because of who are we with.

There are some Pro's and Con's of being a single. Let's discuss it one by one. (Some are from Boys Night Out Twitter).

PRO'S: 

1. Pag may nag-aya ng gimik, game ka agad (@sam_yg).
2. You can change plans. Like last minutes hanging out with friends or party.
3. You can stay out late night without thinking that you're boyfriend/girlfriend will get mad at you. You don't owe anyone an explantion anyway.
4. Ang lakas mo manlibre sa tropa mo! (@renyboy08). Cash isn't a problem to you. I mean you have a lot of saving kasi less date and gift giving. Kanino mo na lang gagastusin yan? Edi sa friends mo.
5. You have unlimited alone time. You can spend 5 hours at gym, enjoy yourself shopping, everyday-pamper-day and a lot more time for yourself.
6. Unlimited MOMOL. It's landi all you want, baby! You can like make out as many as you want kasi wala kang iisiping magagalit pag nalaman yun.
7. You are stress free baby. You don't have to have a lovers quarrel over petty things.
8. No responsibility and obligation. You don't have to remind someone to take their breakfast, lunch and dinner all day or remind them to take meds when they're sick, you don't have to do typical girlfriend duties or    shop for someone else.
9. You don't plan out your day, you just enjoy it (@_slickrick). Happy-go-lucky ang peg!
10. And lastly, Less drama, less heartbreak and more happiness. Cheers! :)

While enjoying the perks of being a single, I can think of many disadvantage of being a single. Can I say it as a disadvantage?

CON'S:

1.  No one will text you the whole day. Papatulan mo na pati pagrerep;y sa mga scam messages, pag check ng balance on 222 or 8888 para masabing may katext ka.
2. You're always the THIRD WHEEL. You even call your friend's boyfriend/girlfriend as "baby", "love", "sweetie".
3.  Malungkot ka pag rainy season. You tend to reminisce moments you had with you're ex-girlfriend/boyfriend. You also enjoy love song while reminiscing.
4.  No one will give you flowers on Valentines or give gifts on your birthday. Wala na ngang flowers or gifts, wala pang special someone to spend special occasion with.
5. You can't hangout with you're friend because most of them are taken.. Sad no?
6. You have to make parinig over facebook or twitter that you wanted to see this movie (Suddenly, It's Magic, Breaking Dawn, The Vow, etc) because no one wants to go with you.
7. Walang ka'holding hands sa Bora, Mall or Park. Wala ding kayakap pag malamig.
8. TIGANG!
9.  Imbes na si boylaloo or girlaloo magtext ng "uwi ka ng maaga.", "Ingat ka" and "Huwag ka magpapagabi", si Mother or Father na lang.
10.  Even though you had a great hangout with friends, at the end of the day, you'll realize that you're alone.

We don't have to rush things up. To us (singles), maybe God is really busy writing our own love story that will turn people head over heels. It's just a matter of being thankful and content for you to enjoy and not think of having someone special. You don't have to complete 9 simbang gabi days to wish na magka'love life ka na because even you don't miss any wishing on 11:11, wish bones, throwing coins on fountains or whatsoever, if you are still not meant to have someone in your life, hindi mangyayari yun.

Sometimes, its okay to be single and just go and hangout with friends. Yet, it sometimes stinks when you have no one to talk to at night, hold hands and be happy. You just have to have patience and wait to see what happens because someone out there is deserving and worthy of your love. :)

Super liit ba? HAHA.

Happy reading, guys! :)

Long weekend buddies..

I can say that this is the best all soul's day ever! :)

October 20, I visited Mom for her 2nd Anniversary. I stayed at Tagaytay for 2days with my brother. Everything is really all about timing. The next day, it was my grandma's 70th birthday. It was like a mini reunion for us. Since we seldom see each other. It was always nice catching up with them.

Here comes the All Soul's day. It was really hard going to province around this time. So we decided to take Batangas route instead of Tagaytay. :) I visited Mom again and go back here in Batangas. I can't deny, I'm enjoying my stay here.

Hanging out with my cousin's high school friend was unforgettable. Come to think of it, ever since I was a little kid, I was my cousin's "alaga". So I've seen them grow up and vice versa. I was really happy seeing them mature and have their own careers. :)

I also enjoyed the company they have. I mean, they still look like little kids fooling around with each other. :) They have incredible bond and you can see it. I was grateful that I've given the chance to spend my long weekend with them.

They say, "Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It just like day. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make it meaningful: a meaningful friend - or a meaningful day."

First night. Dinner at Max's. :)

Tapsilog by yours truly. :)

7-11 halloween design. 

Photo courtesy of Gerard.

Master Chef and his minion. :)

Inuman session.

Dinner at Taal Bayview Bistro.

BABE. :)

HAHA. Twinny. :)

Darell. Reynaldo. Red

Poker boys.

Pinoy Henyo.

with Mr. Reynaldo Marasigan.

Toyota Caravan

I know it's been a while since I've updated my blog. Many events in my life have passed this past few days and I'm here to blog one of it. :)

Last October 06 I was invited to go in Toyota Caravan Bonifacio Global City, The Fort. I was not really a car enthusiast but I love seeing new brand of cars. I can say that I really had fun there. :)

After the tiring caravan event, we decided to treat ourselves. We visited the newly opened Cotton On and saw Ben Chan.. He was really kind and humble. :)