100% Delectable Halo-Halo Version 2.0

Medyo mainit pa rin kahit malapit na ang Christmas, Halo-halo you like?

100% Delectable Halo-Halo!

A bunch of chitchat, a pack of laughter, and a load of dynamic stares on few potential boyfriend (like Ave, Dickies, Doc-nurse, EJ, Justin, Kaka, and Roldan- mga true-blooded PAPALICIOUS) inside TUP campus, that’s what the TROPATITS are known for.

Tropatits’ cast is like chalk and cheese. There is Cheryl “The SixthBiomic Soldier;” Rona “The Undisputed Raconteur;” Beverly “The Sturdy Lass that Rarely Sleep;” Katherine “The Megaphone;” Ronalyn “The Tomboy turned Pretty Woman;” Bernadeth “The Walking Skeleton;” Raymond “The Barbeque Stick to Potential TV Host;” Rochelle “The Inventive Linguist;” Elenor “The Dimple and The Noisy;” and Michelle “The Kapuso Unregistered Lawyer.” In short, Tropatits is a mixture of gentle, jovial, naughty, stunning, and well-endowed creatures.

LET'S MEET TROPATITS, NOON AT NGAYON (DRUM ROLL)

Cheryl “The Sixth Biomic Soldier”

Noon.. Did you know that Cheryl is the sixth powerful being completing the Bioman? In fact, she owns the title “Lavender Six.” Look at the bag; the shirt; the umbrella and so on - always in Lavender. Armed with overbearing skills, she was able to bring out the hidden riches of BAM. Oh! That is SUPERPOWER. Her secret weapon? ALAXAN FR. So guys, take Alaxan FR everyday and discover your own special ability.

Ngayon… I have not seen her since we graduated in college (I think). Thank God for social media, I have seen her husband and son. And I believe she is a doting wife and a mother. I heard, long time ago, she works in a local bank in Batangas. Surprised?!!! A career related to money maybe her call. Wishin’ to see a new shoutout in FB, or better yet, hoping to see her soon with lots of money that can bring us to a place where we can harbat.

Rona “The Undisputed Raconteur ”

Noon... If Darna swallows “bato,” Rona takes "Everlasting Battery." She is a person who has not learned the gist of stillness; a person who doesn’t know how to whisper a single word; a person who usually shares her outrageous and so-so stories in “todo na ‘to!” manner. So watch out! Get ready to have your saliva dried out once you sit and have a chat with her. It seems that you are one of the listeners in a show entitled “Chikagalore with Rona.”

Ngayon… Still loveless but not hopeless (I hope). Maybe she has to talk some more to meet that One True Love. Or maybe it’s about time to stop and listen because Mr. OTL is already in front of her but has no chance to speak his heart out. Kidding aside, I’m glad she has not changed through the years. Her being a “chatterbox” is what makes us fall in love with her. That’s her Masteral Degree. How to Pause (sometimes) might be a good Doctorate. LOL!

Beverly “The Sturdy Lass that Rarely Sleep”

Noon... Bevs is a sturdy lass when it comes to “puyatan”. If for most people “Sleeping is the best medicine (to a tired specie),” her notion is different. Well surprisingly, she is someone who has not learned how to sleep. Maybe that’s the effect of drinking too much coffee or perhaps she dreamed of becoming a call center agent. Therefore, strong immunity plus some cups of coffee is equal to high paying job.

Ngayon… Just like Cheryl, I have not seen this girl in years. But the social media gives us a clue where she is – in a BPO company. Her ultimate skill is now producing financial wealth. But despite her busy schedule and less sleep, she looks perfectly happy. That’s the way to becoming rich. I bet she’s on the right track. Please, don’t forget to share your blessings!!! PM is free.   

Kathy “The Megaphone”

Noon... Kathy’s name is synonymous to the word – Megaphone. Basically, her voice is the sum of five people battling for the Final Seat to a StarStruck gig. It seems that her tone is higher than the maximum volume of a voice amplification device. When she starts talking you can instantly feel the energy flowing in her blood streams and at once you would like to be quiet and just listen. Surely, you will be entertained more than you will become deaf.

Ngayon… The last time we met, I saw the same girl I know in college except for the girly girly skirt. Still full of stories to tell but more like a matured woman in her early twentys (Naks). Because she has learned how to control the volume. A voice that is more feminine. LOL! Seriously, I found out that she is more adventurous now. I actually envy her travel adventures while making money during weekdays and soon having money work for her. That’s the way girl!

Ronalyn “The Tomboy Turned Pretty Woman”

Noon... Have you seen a boyish gal turned pretty woman? Well, the drastic changes in this girl’s poise and bearing are the living evidence to this. Before, she projects a powerful character that every guy around her would hesitate to ask her name and celfone number. Surprisingly, she has transformed from being a typical lady contented with a simple infatuation into a young woman with consistent textmates - exclusive for Smart subscribers only.

Ngayon… If having a family is not a solid evidence of her womanhood, ewan ko na! LOL! From being a typical lady with consistent textmates she is now a picture of a happy wife and mother. I am glad she has not moved far away, I can go to her house by just a jeepney ride and a kilometre walk. We can still talk about anything under the sun, including our favourite field reporter Joseph Morong. :D

Bernadeth “The Hopeful Framework”

Noon... When the Supreme Deity had showered fats and carbohydrates in the Philippines, she caught 0.01 percent only. Her body is just three times bigger than a Coca-cola can. For this reason, she was usually having a hard time picking clothes that could fit her slender body. But hey! The story doesn’t end there. Lately, her “bilbil” is noticeably building up around her waist. At last, Welcome to the club!

Ngayon… Unlike Ms. Che (now Mrs. Che) and Bevs, her twin’s baptismal rite was our last meeting. And unlike Rona, Kathy and Ronalyn, she has changed. She gained not only 0.01 carbohydrates but 0.01 exponentially raised to the nth power. However, her figure is way too far to qualify in FHHM of Eat Bulaga. Just, Welcome to our Club! where bilbil and slim body collide. Chos! Seriously, she radiates a contented woman - a very happy married, career woman.

Raymond “The Barbeque Stick to Potential TV Host”

Noon... Back in college days, Raymond looked like a barbeque stick wrapped in a white and black coverings. His physical appearance would remind you of Tita Swarding. But today, this unfound son of a famous showbiz radio reporter has digested more nutritious food. With chubbier cheeks, burlier body and more vibrant countenance, he is more suitable to take the place of Boy Abunda than be the next AM radio asset.

Ngayon… Like Berna, he has changed. From being a barbeque stick to a bamboo, is a major transformation. He is a stronger guy who falls down but rises quickly. Naks! Now that Boy Abunda is in indefinite leave, Gerolaga and Aquino Tonight isn’t bad, right? We, your Tropatits, promise to stay up late just to catch you chatting with the queen of all talk shows. Or maybe it’s more fun with "Gerolaga & Castillo Tonight?"   

Rochelle “The Inventive Linguist”

Noon... “Expect the worst,” “You’re cha-cha fool,” “Superstisue (singular of superstitious),” “Buyuyog.” That is Rochelle – known for creating odd and mind-boggling language and lingo. Actually, she has a slight difficulty in pronouncing words. In short – “bulol." Many can dance and others can sing. Well, Chel can apparently turn simple words into everyone’s favorite expressions.

Ngayon… I have not seen this girl in years. So, I have not heard a single word turn into everyone’s favourite expression in years. But one thing is sure, she has spread her wings and in her way to the peak of her career. Thank God for social media we have few clues about her whereabouts. If ever I’d see her again, I don’t expect to hear an old Rochelle but comic punch lines are highly anticipated.

Elenor “The Dimple and The Noisy”

Noon... Elen is recognized for having cute dimples that shine when she smiles. But the bad news is, her dimples are sometimes more noticeable than her pretty face. She also owns the title “The Noisy.” A couple of times, she was caught relentlessly chatting with her seatmates. A gal known for her dimples is also one of the most loquacious species in class?! Is it something to be proud of or a regretful achievement?

Ngayon… With two healthy and smart kids and a loving husband, her dimples shine brighter. There’s a saying “Kung ano ang puno sya ang bunga.” But her “The Noisy” title has no match with her eldest. The adage is true. Just like the mother, the child is damn smart and gifted with dimple too. If it’s hard to debate with a sharp-witted mother, it’s harder with the child. You won’t win. LOL!

Michelle “The Kapuso Unregistered Lawyer”

Noon... Mitch is a certified GMA aficionado. There is no need to have a remote control because her TV monitor is already committed to this station. If there will be a debate on which TV station is the real number one (GMA or ABS), she is absolutely a great contender. She is not afraid to argue against those nasty people telling bad things about this TV network. Indeed, an unregistered lawyer. And a certified Kapuso!

Ngayon… Again, thank God for the gift of social media we can see old faces and know our friends whereabouts. Unfortunately, even with presence of FB you can hardly see, feel, smell and hear her. As far as I know, GMA Kapuso Network has not released a memorandum stating a new corporate lawyer. Definitely, however, she remains the ultimate defender of her growing family. And I know she’s doing a great job!  

Every member of this group is absolutely different from the other. We all have totally unequal personalities; our own likes and dislikes; happy and sad moments. For this reason, a lot of trials, misunderstandings and petty quarrels have attested our friendship. But acceptance, laughter, camaraderie and sincerity are the vital ingredients to the Tropatits recipe. When we are together we can be our ugly selves without having to worry about the image we create. We can let our hair down, kick off our shoes and be our true selves without camouflage or pretense. Our bond is truly one of a kind. We are the craziest and the naughtiest. But still, we are proud to say “TROPA KO 'TO!!!”

And indeed, 100% Delectable Halo-Halo. Sarap!!!

(Note: All descriptions are created with exaggeration giving stress to hilarious features more than the positive ones. The “NOON” was written long long time ago. Purely for your eyes only. Bawal ang pikon. Katuwaan lang po. Peace!!!

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Meet Jen - The Ultimate Survivor

Yellow is her favorite color

It denotes joy and delight

Yellow is Jen

Cheerful and full of life.

Chocolate is her weakness

A certified sweet tooth

Sugar is Jen

Her existence is a saccharine.

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Not Really Made Different

“Kakaiba ka talaga” was a common comment by my college friends. I wasn't so sure if it was meant as a compliment or whatever. All I know is that I have always been the type of person who acts accordingly. I am who I am. I do what I want to do. I say what is running in my head. But admittedly, there are things that I enjoy doing that they are not fond of. Perhaps, I also have traits that they don’t normally encounter. Kaya siguro I was the most “kakaiba” among the group. I love blogging and they don't. Many times I tried to convince some of them but  failed. But it doesn't matter to me now. Because there are a lot of bloggers out there who understand the feeling when one is able to weave emotions into words, who share the same passion as I do. May kakosa ako dito invisible nga lang. :)

I’m not really unique (in a special way). We’re not just the same at all times despite being part of one group.

Photo grabbed @ healthytimesonline.com

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Gift Ideas for 18 Symbolic Gifts

Jenny:

Now that you’re 18, this bird symbolizes you as a lady whose wings have been perfected by time now ready to fly and explore the heights as well as the lows that you will encounter in your travel through life’s challenges.

Rej:

There’s a saying “No Man is an Island” so this bird symbolizes people who will accompany you as you trudge an unfamiliar sky. People who will lift you up when you feel like your wings are being hindered by the whirling winds or when your life begins to center on the grounds of existence alone.

Shalah:

“There’s no place like home.” You may reach the highest part of the sky, but there will come a time that you need to stop and look back at a deluge of memories that you could not fly away from. So this cage symbolizes your home – place where everything had begun. For the greatest mistake one can do is to forget his past.

Kinarir?! Hehe!!!

P.S. Hindi matatawaran ang contribution ni Danieson. Salamat sa'yo friend!

My friends and I composed the preceding speech for one of our classmates in high school who was celebrating her 18th birthday. Actually, none of us were really close to her. Kaswal lang. But that’s the first debut celebration that we were invited to kaya kinarir namin ng bonggang bongga bilang pasasalamat sa pag-alala sa amin. At ginantihan nya naman kami ng tears of joy. : ) 

Photo grabbed @ foodrepublik.com


Posted 06.06.06

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Nostalgia

This is a post from one of my blogs that has long been forgotten. Let’s take a break from my sentiments… Mainit pa rin kahit malapit na ang Christmas, Halo-halo you like?

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True Friendship

When we are in a pickle we either face the problem on our own or talk to a friend to help us out. Often times, we do the latter no matter how high our pride is. And it’s totally normal simply because we are human. As the famous aphorism goes “No man is an island.” Other times, we are in the extreme opposite of the situation. In this case, what do you do? Do you let the energy flow and affect others? Or savor it and make it your own?

Sharing good things to a friend is not about gratitude, it’s about true friendship.

Photo grabbed @ manataka.org

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What is Friend?

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. - Isaiah 41:10

A friend is an evidence of God's promise.

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Cold

Yesterday, I saw an old friend. She was a former officemate. In a very short span of time that we worked together (one week), we became very very close. I think our numerous similarities and some quite challenging circumstances paved the way to a beautiful friendship. She’s my one of my soulmates, a very dear friend. But after a year the feeling is different. Well, I was happy to see her but when I got home I couldn’t avoid myself from asking “Where did our friendship go?”

I believe this scenario also happens to all of us. When we were kids, most of us have so called “Best friend.” When we were in school, we have lots of acquaintances, barkada and close friends. And you thought it was a kind of connection anchored in a strong foundation. But as time goes by, the friendship drifts apart. Unexpected. Unplanned.

Decades ago, when a relationship collapses we can blame it on distance, hectic schedule and poor communication line. But today, with the presence of advanced technology, any type of relationship that falls apart is more likely rooted to our own choice. And that explains the rationale of our story. It’s really a sad thing. Nevertheless, I know we both still value the moments that we were trying to appease each other in the midst of great difficulty; the times that we were both financially broke and the only lunch meal we can afford in Chowking is Chao Fan.

Actually I don’t believe our friendship is over. Although a lot of things have changed, the world is still small. We are still connected in two giant social networks. All things are possible, right?

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Rekindling Ties

I didn’t like Facebook. A lot of my friends were inviting me to join and experience the fad. But knowing how I can easily be influenced and eventually be addicted to things, I refused to. But not until a friend shared the album containing our “reunion photos.” Since during that time I wasn’t a member yet, I couldn’t open the link. I had no choice but to create an account for myself. Her tactic worked! And the rest is history.

It’s really amazing how technology is able to connect people. Through Facebook I’ve seen friends which I haven’t seen in years. Some of them were my classmates in grade school. And after long years of no communication, we’re chatting again. Some of them even had a small gathering recently. But here’s my most favorite part my mother is also rekindling ties with her old friends. But I hate the part when both parties are sharing stories about us, their children. My mom is green with envy. Haha!

Photo grabbed @ colorado.edu

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Tuesday Meet and Greet - May Holds a Gun

Household chores were at the least of her expertise.
Extra curricular activities didn’t excite her at all.
Being in a private 3rd class in CAT was a non-issue
But she is definitely a no non-sense
She is like the female counterpart of Herodotus
In the modern-day era
A genius in computer programming
She is now a successful expat
But the road to success was narrow and intricate
She had to do things she was not accustomed to
She had to endure a lonely life
Away from the people she loved so dearly
But instead of giving up
She turned her forlorn life
Into something beautiful
She clinged to her values and strengths
Patience, hardwork and perseverance
Were her armors during tough times
In the end victory smiled at her
She is now soaring high in the US Airforce
A lot of things have already changed
Nonetheless only one thing matter
She is simply my friend
With or without a title
With or without a gun in her hand
Black, brown or blonde hair
She is not May but Mumay
Forever and ever...

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My Favorite Christmas Song

Ber month na! Narining mo na ba ang paborito mong Christmas carol?

Senior Hay Skul. “Lumikha ng awiting Pampasko gamit ang himig ng kilalang Christmas song,” winika ng aming guro sa Filipino. Isang group project bago sumapit ang araw ng Pasko. Walang agarang pagpupulong sa aming grupo. Kung paano kami nakabuo ng kanta, eto ang naging eksena.

Nakapila ang buong klase malapit sa school sari-sari store
Habang naghihintay na matapos ang klase ng morning shift
As usual dakdak dito; dakdak doon
Ang tatlong magkakagrupo biglang naging pilyo
First stanza'y biglang nabuo
Ngunit naudlot ng nagmartsa na patungong kwarto.

Sa loob ng classroom
Habang ang ila’y naghahanda para sa short quiz sa Computer
Kami’y nagsusumikap na madugtungan ang munting nasimulan
Buti na lang Multiple Choice at True or False
Segundo, minuto, oras at ilang araw ang lumipas
Sa wakas natapos din ang aming obra

Gusto mo bang malaman kung ano ang naging resulta?

Tantananantanan!!!

CRUSH

(to the melody of Sa Paskong Darating

with slight adjustment in the tune)

Composed by:Jeng,Rej &Son

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I

Ang crush ko’y dumarating

Pasulyap-sulyap sa akin

Sa harap daraan

At ako’y kikiligin

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II

Nagsuot na nga ako

Ng kwintas at polseras

Mahal na pabango

Ay aking inilabas

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III

Siya’y ibang iba

Walang panama si Aga/Ara

Kaya ako nama’y

Laging nagpapacute

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Chorus

Ang crush ko’y

Ang gwapo (2x)/ganda (2x)

Ang macho (2x)/sexy(2x)

Na lalaki/babae

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IV

Ang araw na ito’y

Di ko malimutan

Pagkat ito ang araw

Siya’y nasilayan

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(Instrumental)

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V

Sa Paskong darating

Kay Sta. Claus ay hihiling

Na siya’y masilayan

At sa aki’y mainlove rin

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VI

Nawa ay matupad

Ang Kahilingan ko

Pagkat ito ang tanging

Hangad ko sa Pasko

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Repeat I – III

Repeat Chorus (3x)

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Onli in BAM-A (Re-Post)

Ikaw ay legitimate BAM-A kapag…

Kabisado mo ang mga salitang “Whatever,” at “Pichi-pichi;” ang linyang “Subukan nyong tumahimik ng 10 seconds…;” Alam mo rin ang mga patakarang “Bawal ang late,” “Ayokong may nagdadaldalan habang nagsasalita ako,” at “Move your chairs backward” at ang tanong ng prof na “Jordg, may klase ba tayo ngayon?”

Alam na alam mo ang mga katagang “The Gift,” “Ang Pangarap Kong Jackpot,” “Sleepless Nights,” “Cheating Arrangement,” “Pentium I – IV,” “Galaw-galaw baka Mastroke,” “Taralets Bagets,” “Full Charge,” “Oh yeah! Oh yeah!,” “Papampam,” “Tuta,” “Istorya,” "Arrows," “Divorsion,” “FR,” “PO,” “Krisis,” “Nagmomoresan,” “Mandarin,” “Echusa,” at kung anu-ano pang mga salita o lipi ng mga salita na talaga namang naging blockbuster.

Nagkaron ka ng mga professor na talaga namang kakaiba tulad ng mga sumusunod: Prof na nangangasa ng baril at nagsasaboy ng gas sa klase; Prof na parang laging wala sa sarili; Prof na naghahamon ng suntukan; Prof na maihahambing sa araw -lulubog lilitaw; Prof na certified fascionista at marunong sumunod sa trend; Prof na nagpapafoot spa raw ng buhok (pwede ba yun?); at Prof na minsang nabansagang si “Kamatayan.”

Kilala mo kung sino ang hindi kumakain ng gulay; ng pritong isda; ng baka; ng atay; ng sinangag; at ng mayonnaise. Kilala mo rin kung sino ang mahilig sa fishball; sa hilaw na mangga; sa maanghang; sa chocolate; at sa kape. May mga matipid din sa ulam pero nakakaubos ng tatlong kanin pero in fairness mga slim pa rin. Meron ding hindi nakakaubos ng kanin pero ok lang may tagaubos naman.

Marami kang nasaksihang kakaibang mga kakayahan tulad ng galing sa pagguhit at pagsulat na para bang may built-in ruler at lettering guide sa mga kamay; husay sa pagtumbling o acrobatic moves; talento sa pagmimake-up at paggupit ng buhok ng walang formal background sa hairstyling; at higit sa lahat kagalingan sa pagtimpla ng Gin-pomelo o Gin-pineapple. San ka pa?

Nakinig ka sa paboritong usapan ng klase- ang kaalman sa SEX at kwentong pag-ibig. Hindi kumpleto ang usapan kung walang joke o istoryang medyo sensual. Katwiran ng nakararami, hindi na tayo bata. May mukha lang bata. Ehem! Tungkol naman sa buhay pag-ibig, siguradong kilala mo ang mga ngumiti at lumuha “In The Name of Love.” At mga taong zero pa rin?! Well, there is a saying “Habang may buhay may pag-asa.”

Tuwing late ka hindi ka umuupo sa unahan at hinahanap mo kagad ang katropa mo. Dahil ba nahihiya ka o dahil takot ka matawag sa recitation? Kapag absent ka at nagaattendance ang prof siguradong may tataas ng kamay para sayo; may pipirma sa attendance sheet; at may sisigaw “Sir/Ma’am nag-CR lang po.” In fairness, maraming pumatol!

Alam na alam mo rin kung sino ang may mga bibig na hindi nalolow bat; ang may pinakamaliit na paa na kasing laki ng paa ng Grade 3 brother mo; ang nakakuha ng silver medal sa larangan ng swimming; ang babaeng nabansagang “Noisy;” ang mga nagpasikat ng “Rice in a Box;” ang gumagawa ng sariling MTV habang nakatingin sa bintana; ang kaklase mong mahilig magpose sa picture pero hindi naman ngumingiti; at ang mga taong walang pinipiling okrayin.

May mga naging kaklase ka na may mga hidden treasures and not so hidden. Merong may nakatagong dolyares sa planetang Pluto; May namimigay ng tseke na hindi bababa sa sampung libo; Merong nagmamay-ari ng submarine; At may nagsusuot ng mamahaling t-shirt kasi nakita mo ang halaga sa nakasabit na tag price.

Yung mga nakatira sa malalayo tulad ng Novaliches at Antipolo sila pa ang madalas na nauuna. Walang kemeng umaalis ng bahay ng alas sinco y medya ng umaga para lang hindi matraffic sa may Blumentritt at Cubao. Samantalang yung mga nakatira sa Maynila at Pasay mukhang naghihilik pa. Yung iba nga walking distance lang ang layo ng bahay nagpapasundo pa para lang bumangon.

Hindi ka bumibili ng libro bagkus ang laman ng bag mo ay puro photocopy. Kapag konti lang ang ipapaphotocopy mo kahit sa CIT na lang pwede na pero pag more than 10 syempre kailangan sa 35 centavos lang baka kasi mahirapan kang huminga pag nalaman mo ang halaga ng babayaran mo. Karaniwan na kasi ang nagkakaron ng instant hika kapag may narinig na babayaran.

Halos kalahati ng klase ay naranasang maging working student. Malalaman mo kung closing sya kapag dumating sa room eh nakasanday agad ang ulo sa desk at kung minsan nga tumutulo pa ang laway. O kaya nanghihingi agad ng yellowpad at sinasabing “Pakopya naman ng assignment.” At ang pinakamatindi sa lahat kahit pagod pag sinabi mong “Gimik Tayo” nagiging alive alive! Instant awakening medicine ba ang salitang “lakwatsa?” At least, libre at hindi nabibili sa botika!

Kapag may contribution magrereklamo muna kayo. Tatanungin kung Bakit ganun?; Bakit ganyan?; Bakit ang mahal?; Para san ba yan?; Pwede ba bukas na lang? O kaya next week, pwede? Hay naku! Hindi ka na naubusan ng tanong at excuse. Pero kapag si Ms. Treasurer na ang naningil lumalabas ang mga kayamanan at kinita sa trabaho.

Sa tuwing ninais mong manood ng sine sinabi mo lang dun sa isa mong kaklase at nakapanood ka na ng libre, stateside man o local siguradong may tiket ka; Tinapos mo yung pelikula kahit na alam mong aabutin yung isa mong subject dahil nanghihinayang ka kung hindi mo makikita kung sino ang makakatuluyan ni Jolina. Ehem!

Naranasan mo ang magklase ng nakatayo dahil wala kayong classroom o kaya wala kayong upuan at kung may upuan man Fist Come First Serve. Naranasan mo rin ang magpalipatlipat ng classroom habang nageexam. Nagbuklat ka ng libro o kaya tiningnan mo ang papel ng kaklase mo pero hindi mo pa rin nakuha ang tamang sagot. Bokya ka pa rin?!

May pagkakataong mahaba ang break, nagkikita kita kayo sa Tayoman para kumain ng spaghetti, pansit, burger. footlong, o kaya ice cream pero kapag enrolment sabay liko sa SM. Kapag nagugutom ka naman pero wala kang pera pumupunta ka lang sa Jollibee, Greenwich, KFC, Pizza Hut, at Burger King at si classmate Cashier na ang bahala sa ‘yo. Minsan nga sa fast food pa ginanap ang Birthday Blow-out! Mas masarap kasing kumain kapag libre. Hindi ba?!

Naging extension ng barkada nyo ang SM-Manila. Pumupunta kayo dun para kumain; MagCR sa Fourth Floor; Magkantahan o makinig sa mga Diva at “trying-hard Diva” ng Videoke; Magsukat ng mga damit na hindi naman bibilhin; Magman-hunting sa arcade at sa loop; At sympre para samahan ang kaibigan na maghintay sa boyfriend o sa ka EB sa labas ng National Bookstore.

Umalis kayo para sa isang educational field trip kuno ng hindi nalalaman ng isa nyong prof. Nainis sya pero wala na syang nagawa dahil on the way na kayo sa second destination nyo – sa Calayo as in SUPER LAYO na mala lost island lang naman ang set-up. Kaya nga pagbaba mo ng jeep lumusob ka kagad sa dagat kahit nakauniform ka pa.

Alam mo na bilyar ang main topic sa Recreational Management. Dahil kapag late ka o walang klase alam mo na sa bilyaran ka dapat pumunta. Kaya nga marami kang napahanga sa talento mo sa paglalaro. Kung recorded nga lang ang mga laro mo sa bilyar malamang nakakuha ka ng uno sa class card.

Naging kaclose mo sina Sir Gungon at Sir Tenorio na naging professor nyo sa Mechanical. Naging paborito nyong tambayan ang classroom nya. Minsan pa nga dun kayo kumakain, nakikiinom, gumagawa ng assignment, nakikicomputer, nagkukwentuhan, nakikitago ng gamit at higit sa lahat nakikitulog. Gawin daw bang boarding house ang classroom? Hallerrrrrr!!!

Sa tuwing sumasapit ang subject na Psychology at Rizal medyo naghahanda ka na para sa 45 mins na recap at 15 mins na lecture; Hinahanda mo na rin ang sarili mong libro o kaya nagtatanong ka kung sino ang pwede mong mahiraman kapag turn nyo na; Hindi rin kailangan mawala ang red ballpen tuwing may exam; Sana’y ka rin sa iba’t ibang scenario tulad ng nagsususuklyan o natutulog sa harapan, kunyaring nakikinig sa gitna at nagpapahula ng kapalaran sa likod.

Nagtaka ka dahil nakakuha ka ng 2.0 sa Law samantalang 1.5 yung kaklase mong nagdrop. Masaya ka nung nakakuha ka ng 1.0 – 1.5 na grade sa Logic dahil 1:00 – 1:50 ang oras nung napatingin ang sir nyo sa relo habang hawak ang classcard mo. Better luck next time naman para sa mga lumagpas sa oras.

Kaklase mo ang pinagawa ng final exam at sa mismong araw ng test may sari-sarili na kayong kopya kaya hindi ka na nahirapan pang lumingon o magtanong. In fact, may nakaperfect pa nga ng exam. Yahoo!!! O kaya kapag may exam at late ka o absent, no need to worry dahil siguradong may grade ka. Minsan nga natataasan pa ang mga katropa. Yan ang magkakaibigan “One for all, All for one.” Hehe!

Nandun ka nung may laro ng Volleyball ang mga kaklase mo. Nahati ang atensyon mo sa pinanood mong laro at sa cheerleader nyong nagaala Sexbomb “Get, Get Aw!” Isama mo pa ang tirang lumilipad sa kalawakan. Magaling ah! Pero wala yan sa lolo ko… In fairness, Close Fight! Yan ang BAM-A, Hindi lang Pangkalokohan, Pangsports pa! ASTIG!

Malaking papel ang ginampanan ng celfone ng kaklase mo sa iyong buhay. Nang dahil sa unlimited call and text, naranasan mong makipagtelebabad gamit ang cel. Hindi mo na rin kinailangan magload dahil manghiram ka lang nito solve na. Pag gusto mo magforward ng quotes sa mga kaibigan mo manghihiram ka lang uli. At higit sa lahat marami kang naging bagong textmate dahil dito. Hindi mo na kasi kailangan mag YM para makipagchat. Tipid, di ba?!

Sa oras na wala sa mood pumasok ang klase tinataguan nyo ang prof at nagpreprepare ng script ang president nyo tulad nito: “Nandito po kami kanina eh akala po namin wala kayo kaya umuwi na po yung iba…,” minsan naman with paawa effect: “Sir/Ma’am pwede po ba next week na lang yung test sabay sabay po kasi yung ginagawa namin ngayon eh. Sige na po....” Wow! Best Actor.

Minsan nagplano kayong magswimming. Yung ibang plano naudlot; naudlot pero natuloy din; natuloy pero nagkasamaan ng loob; natuloy pero hindi kasama lahat; at yung iba bigla biglang nagbaback-out. Sa susunod ibang plano na lang kaya? Ang hindi sumama hindi kasama sa picture picture! Hala! Big deal?!

Bago pa man natapos ang First Year - First Sem napagisipan mo magshift ng course o kaya lumipat ng ibang school. Kaya naman may ibang biglang nawala, meron ding nagpatuloy ngunit nawala, at higit sa lahat may nagpatuloy at hindi nawala. Kaya kung isa ka sa tumanggap ng lalagyanan ng diploma mula sa hanay ng BAM-IM 4A noong gabi ng March 26, 2004, isa lang ang gusto kong sabihin sa inyo“Bato Bato Sa Langit Ang Tinamaan Sana’y Hindi Nagalit”.Hala, JOKE?!

P.S. Ginawa po ito hindi upang mangaway, manlait, makapanakit, mang-inis o mang-asar. Nais lamang po ng may akda na alalahanin natin ang mga masasayang nakalipas. Ang mga bagay na Onli in BAM-A. =>

PEACE!!!

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My Gift, My Only Gift

We couldn’t believe the big day has passed by
Just yesterday Tropatits were just sitting in two rows
Pretending that we're listening to our profs
After class we chat, laugh and search for a hottie
Outside the campus the mission continues.

We were the craziest and naughtiest
But never underestimate us

Because our grades were usually on top
Perhaps that's the effect of the beautiful friendship

Strengthened by the storms we were able to conquer.

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Years passed so quickly
So different but still the same
Two of our friends just got married

We didn't expect it would be too soon
Nevertheless we all wish them well.

We are very happy for you, Elen and Berna
For picking a great guy
May God bless your marriage
With a bountiful life with your husband

And endless happiness with your children.

Thank you for all the good memories
And as time goes by new ones will form
But the strong bond shall never depart

Because in our hearts we truly value what we had
Best Wishes our dearest friends!


Elen and Rey & Berna and Frederick

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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Rekindling Ties

Bakasyon Grande. That’s how we named our first grand reunion after years of not seeing each other. The original plan was a swimming jaunt but because of last-minute confusion stimulated with old beliefs, we ended with Toncy’s treat in Pizza Hut in the evening of May 19, 2007 and continued the festivity in Santiago Street until the next day. It was a night full of stories of the good old days and hottest news noon (hehe!) and a day of kainan, chibugan, chow, Lafang…Yun na!!!

Ang Ebidensya…

THE GROUP (Anne, Berna, Chelle, Ellen, Florence, Joan, Mond

Kathy, Ronz and Toncy/ Not in pic: Arnold - the photographer)

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THE BOYS

THE GIRLS

THE 4TIBS (in their most modest pose)

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Ang Super Twins ng Singalong

“Kapangyarihan ng araw. Taglay na Liwanag. Kambal na lakas. Kami ang Super Twins!"

Una sa lahat nais kong humingi ng paumanhin dahil sa napili kong pamagat - “Super Twins.” Hindi maikakailang medyo napagiwanan na ako ng panahon. Wala na kasi akong alam sa mga teleseryeng namamayagpag pagkatapos ng 24 Oras at TV Patrol. Naisip ko nga rin ang kambal ni Bakekang na sina Charming at Krystal. “Charming at Krystal, ang Kambal sa 5th Row” o kaya “Charming at Krystal, the Inseparable Twins.” Shucks! ang Chaka. Lol. Haha!!! Halos wala naman talagang pinagkaiba ang napili kong pamagat. Jologs pa rin kung tutuusin. Medyo upgraded lang ng konti dahil ang Super Twins ay may kapangyarihan sumupil ng mga taong nangaapi at lumipad sa kalawakan. Samantalang ang kambal ni Bakekang,…never mind. Simulan na ang kwento.

Eto na… (Drum Roll)

Naaalala nyo pa ba noong unang araw ng klase?
Nakacivilian ang lahat ng biglang…
Dalawang babaeng nilalang
Pumasok sa pinto ng room 208
Nakaputing blouse at itim na pantalon.
Wow! simula pa lang ng klase loyalista na.
Kinabukasan, nakauniform na ang lahat
Silang dalawa? tanong nyo na lang sa kanila.


Kinalaunan, kapansinpansin ang pagiging close
Ng dalawang nabanggit na dalagita.
Kahit saan magpunta, hindi sila mapaghihiwalay.
Si mommy at si baby laging magkasama
Sa hirap man o sa ginhawa.
Tunay na pagkakaibigan
Yan ang kadalasang tawag natin dyan.
Nagsimula sa paaralang Araullo
At nagpatuloy sa bayan ng Singalong.
Sa TUP ganyan pa rin ang naging eksena.
Magugulat ka pa ba?
Malamang, hindi na.

Silang dalawa’y magkaibigan
Ngunit magkapatid din.
Hindi man sa laman
Sa puso at sa diwa
Silang dalawa’y tinadhana.
Hugis ng katawan hindi nagkakalayo.
Hairdo nila magkahawig din.
Tuwing nanananghalian
Nakakatatlong kanin lang naman.
Pero ang katawan nila
Parati naming kinaiingitan.

Sa linya ng Astrology,
Gemini at Leo ang zodiac signs nila.
Gusto mo bang malaman
Kung ano ang sinasabi
Ng mga stars nila?

When Gemini and Leo form a friendship, it is a playful and high-spirited connection. There is a lot of movement and optimism in this friendship. Leo has a spirit of creativity that is attractive to Gemini, who enjoys mental stimulation. Arguments may arise if Leo takes Gemini’s flirtatious nature too seriously, or if Gemini feels that Leo wants total control of their friendship. They are well matched, though Leo wants to experience things firsthand, and Gemini would rather examine them from several different angles. Together they can discover and understand more than they would alone.

The best aspect of the Gemini-Leo friendship is their youthful, even childlike view of the world. They can truly understand and value each other’s input to the world. Together they can discover aspects of life that they would have missed separately. Together, this duo will enjoy a successful and mutually beneficial friendship.

To read complete details click the link below
http://horoscope.xaapa.com/friendship-compatibility-leo-and-gemini/
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May katotohanan man

ang sinasabi ng mga bituin o wala
Ang mahalaga, vibes sila.

Tuwing may lakad nga ang barkada
At hindi sila nakakasama
Tanong ng lahat
Nasan yung dalawa?
May something ba?
Hay naku! parang may kulang
Halata mo rin ba?

Matagal tagal na rin
Nung huli ko silang nakita.
Masaya kami noon.
Pero ngayon balita ko
Parang may something.
Hmmm…
Sana ayos lang sila.
Sana sa susunod na lakad ng tropa
Super Twins pa rin ang dalawa.

Eto nga sila noon oh,

Hayyyssst!!!
Namiss ko sila bigla.
Ikaw, namiss mo rin ba?

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Huntahan sa Commonwealth

Nitong nakaraang Sabado lamang, February 8, 2009, ako kasama sina Jeng, Gelai, She and boyfriend RS ay nagpasyang magkitakita makalipas ang ilang buwan at dahil malapit na rin umalis si Gelai patungong Japan. Tumungo kami sa Royal Place na walking distance lang sa Ever Gotesco Commonwealth. Nung una, ayaw talaga namin dun kc di naman namin gamay ang lugar, eh etong si Gelai, mapilit kesyo di nya raw kabisado ang Trinoma. Ang ending, o sya pagbigyan na nga.

Pumunta kami sa Grilla, restaurant yun na overlooking sa animoy malaking rancho minus the horses and wooden barracks at kalsada patungo raw sa village kung saan nakatira sina Aiko Melendez, Bayani Agbayani at ilan pang artista na nakalimutan ko na kung sino. Dahil sa hindi pa nanananghalian etong si She, ayun ipinaubaya na namin ang pagorder. Animoy wala ng bukas ang dami ng pagkain na inorder nitong si She. Merong chicken curry, inihaw, sisig, isda, garlic at plain rice atbp. Pero in fairness halos naubos naman namin lahat.

Habang kumakain, sympre di mawawala ang kwentuhan. Lahat bumangka. Samu’t sari ang naging topic – may tungkol sa problemang panlipunan, mga showbiz tsismis at buhay pag-ibig ni She at RS, Gelai at Jeng. Hindi ako masyadong nalagay sa hotseat dahil wala naman talaga kasi akong maibabahagi maliban na lang sa naalala ni Gelai na naging textmate ko sa loob ng isang lingo -isang linggong pag-ibig. Hehe! Sympre, Hindi rin nawala ang pagbabalik tanaw. Sabi nga nila, kung sino ang wala yun ang napaguusapan. Sa mga di namin nakasama, huwag kayong magalala behave naman kami kc we love you so much (Cha, Shalah, Son at Grace, matouch kayo. Haha!). Eto seryoso na. Nakakatawa pala talagang balikan ang mga pinaggagagawa namin noon. Mga kalokohan nung high school days. Hay! Sobrang dami. Etong si Jeng, tila may photographic memory. Kulang na lang sabihin pati milliseconds kung kelan nangyari ang mga bagay bagay. Hehe!

Maliban sa chibog at tsismisan, sympre hindi masasabing kumpleto ang gimmick kung walang pichur-pichur. Tutal di naman kami umiinom, nagaddict talaga kami sa pichuran. Pati yung malaking manika ng gorilla na tila lounge singer, ang magandang pader na gawa sa kahoy at cashier/kitchen ng bar di namin pinatawad. Oo, ganun kami kahayok sa pichur. Dinala ko talaga yung camera ko kasi naisip ko baka matagal na bago maulit ang pagkikita kita namin tsaka sige na nga addict talaga rin ako sa pichur. Hehe! Sa kasamaang palad, makalipas ang ilang oras, tila sumuko ang kamera ko. Abay nalowbat sa kalagitnaan ng pagaaddict. Salamat sa Cybershot camera ni RS tuloy ang maliligayang oras. At buti na lang din at game etong si RS kaya keri lang ang pagiging makapal ang mukha.

Makalipas ang mahigit tatlong oras ata, napansin ng mga tauhan ng resto sa pangunguna ni Joyce (Joyce nga ba yun? Basta her name starts with the letter J. Yun na Yun) ang lagim na ginagawa namin sa loob. Sinamantala kasi namin na kami pa lang ang tao dun sa pwesto namin na overlooking. Ayun labas masok sila na tila ba sinasabing “hoy magsibayad na kayo at magsilayas na!” Pero as usual sa simula dedma ang mga lola kasi kasalukuyan pa kaming nagkakasiyan sa pichur-pichur. Nung nagbayad na kami, abay di agad kami umalis, ganun kami ka kulet and lufet. Nagtext din si Marie nung mga oras na iyon. Ayun, konting kamustahan lang at ininggit sya ng konti.

Halos malapit ng lumubog si haring araw ng maisipan namin iwanan ang Grilla. Lumipat kami sa Figaro na ilang hakbang lang din ang layo sa pinanggalingan namin. Una naming pinasok yung ice cream parlor. eh dahil sa hindi pwede yung taas nila at tsaka mainit, lumabas kami. Kaya yun, napadpad kami sa Figaro. Kala nyo ba natapos na sa Gorilla yung pichuran namin, abay mga brothers and sisters, jan kayo nagkakamali. Saksi ang tatlong mocha at isang frosty at coffee and blueberry cheesecake ni She sa continuation ng aming gimmick. Buti na lang at wala masyadong tao kung kaya’t naipagpatuloy namin ang kwentuhan at pichuran. Pero infairness medyo finesse naman kami dito.

Magaalas-mwebe na ng gabi nung nagpasya kaming lisanin ang Royal Place. Natapos ang lahat, sa pagpapakilala ni Gelai ng kanyang hubby na si Allan (Shocks! Allan nga ba. Haha!). Tapos nun naghiwahiwalay na kami nung sumakay na rin sina She at RS ng jeep patungong SM Fairview. Kami naman ni Jeng ay sumakay sa jeep na nasakyan din nila ni She papuntang McDO, ang meeting place, at tumungo sa Novaliches bayan.

At dito po nagtatapos ang mahaba habang kwentuhan. Ipopost ko ang iba pang larawan pag naipadala na ni She yung pix namin sa camera ni RS. Hanggang sa muli nating pagkikita-kita. Kwentuhan at pichuran uli tayo! :p

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A CLOSEr Glimpse in the Known and the Unknown

(Excerpts from my first writing attempt in one summer vacation)

Joy. She is one heck of a talent. Among her many abilities include a sharp memory-when she starts telling her own story it usually begins with “Alam mo kami nung elementary…” But seriously, Joy has a great mind which she uses to excel in any subject she chooses (kaya nga asset yan pagdating sa humanities at drawing). She is also a very good artist who seems to have built in lettering guides, rulers and curves in her hands that allows her to write and draw as if she’s an architecture or engineering student. With very skillful hands, she could draw plates in a flash and then have time for her “papalicious” boyfriend in the end.

Jordg. Besides being the “son” of Dr. Pangilinan and Ma’am Carpio (Why? Sir Pangilinan gave him the authority to handle our class – as if sya ang prof and he’s very close to Ma’am Carpio compare to our very own professors – patext text pa), Jordg, at first glance would give you the impression that he just ran away from home because of his very large back pack, and once you get to dig into it you’ll find big and thick compilation of his favorite songs printed in different colors and supercalifragilisticexpialidocious background. Yes, the books and anything that concerns his studies and work are merely accessories. Hehe?!

Pat. Does she look familiar? No, she’s not the love interest of Jordan in one of the most popular soap opera today “Sa Puso Ko Iingatan Ka” nor Gelai of Junjun in a youth oriented show every Saturday “G-MIK,” she’s simply the girl who has a face of Juday and Angelica Panganiban combined into one. Pat or Bunsoy, is literally deficient in age. She is the youngest at our batch. Nonetheless, Bunsoy made her “shortcomings” the least of her problem. Her out-of-this world attitude drives everyone in the class crazy. She’s a real cool dude and an MTV artist - the scene in the window of Civil Engineering building, PANALO!

Meann. She is sweetness, wackiness, smartness and sensitivity packed in a very big and heavy bundle. She is weak yet so powerful. She’s weak, for she’s very sensitive, but inspite of this, she’s powerful being able to stand all the trials in her life. She’s weak for she cannot limit herself in eating lots of food. On the other hand, she’s also powerful for she bears a mouth that carries an unyielding appetite. So when you’re starving, she’s probably the perfect one to call. You will also never get bored when you’re with her for she unleashes her corny jokes with good timing (yung pamatay talaga tulad ng TUTA).

Yheng. Anyone who knows Bujoy couldn’t help but wonder where she gets her seemingly endless supply of energy. Often times, you’ll find her unstoppable when she begins talking specially when she is in the mood. Punctuality is her second asset. She actually lives in a far, far away land of Antipolo City but when you tell her to be in school at 7am, she’ll be there 10 mins to 4 hrs before the call time. 4 hrs? Yes, your monitor has no problem (Medyo exag but it’s true). Yheng also has a habit of buying food for all of us during our spare time. And because of her extreme generosity no one deserves the title “Financer ng Bayan” except her.

P.S. Salamat sa yearbook ng aking kuya, ang naging kodigo ko sa paglikha nito. Hehe!

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Sweet Escape to Tayoman

by Jordg
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Eto ang isa sa mga pinaka-favorite kong escapade namin ni yheng…. Klase ni ms galiga (ok lang naman mag-play ng name-names…. ) nung umagang yun… I guess 9am yun… 1st subject natin yun at fresh na fresh ang lahat at parang ¾ ng klase ay bukod sa basa pa ang mga buhok eh katatapos lang kumain sa tayoman… sa kaso ko hindi, kasi lagi akong buzzer beater dahilgaling ako ng boarding house, diretso na sa room, wala ng kain-kain dahil mahirap hindi makapag-present sa attendance… kumpleto na ang lahat sa loob ng senyasan ko si joy ng “gutom”… (si yheng kasi kumakain na sa bahay yan bago umalis) sabi ko… “joy, kain tayo sa tayoman, kumain ka na?”, ang sagot ni joy (na kahit alam kong kahit papaano eh may laman na ang tyan niya), “hindi pa nga jordg eh”… ok, pagkakataon na ito…. Eh di bumubuwelo na kami ng eskapo sa pinto sa likod ng room (kasi dib a, dalawa ang pintuan natin sa CLA?)… huling hakbang na lang at glorya na sana ng bumanat si yheng ng…..

“LANUZA-LEMITA, san kayo pupunta? May pintuan kaya sa harap…”

ng pagkalakas-lakas….. sabay seryosong mukha na nang-aasar…. Ang siste, napatingin si ms. Galiga… ang sabi ko na lang… “mam, tinitingnnan ko lang po sa baba kung nandiyan na si gichelle kasi hiniram niya po yung fundamentals of management book ko….” Yang bagay na yan ay tinatawanan lang namin dahil yan ang tinatawag na “Hilarious Laglagan sa Ere”….

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amazing meann and her fantastic adventures

by Jordg

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Naghahanap kami ng boarding house para sa ikatlong boarding house ko in just 3 semesters. Magkakasama kaming apat, ako si yheng, si joy at ang phenomenal na si mean.. nang naglalakad na kami, biglang umiba ng liko si joy na para bang merong ibang planong tanging siya lang at ang lalaking katagpo ang nakakaalam. Sino pa ba eh di si oled. Ng mga panahong yun, para pang sina guy and pip ang loveteam nina oled at joy. Back to the main issue. Eh di tatlo kaming natira. Di ko na kailangang i-mention kung sino-sino kasi obvious naman… haha… tapos, naka-ilang boarding house na kami… may mga boarding house na parang haunted house. May mga boarding house na parang preso, (may mga naka-orange kasing damit), merong parang bahay ng daga, merong pang-isahan na talaga namang mura ang upa, 300 1-month. Bakit mura? Kasi walang dingding… may mga boarding house din na mala-palasyo ang dating pero triple ng pang-regular na 1 buwang bayad, meron namang di ka pa sigurado na lilipat ka eh inuunahan ka ng mag-down ng 2 months advance at 1 month deposit… (yan ang tinatawag na hayok sa pera at parang may slot machine na lumalabas sa mata na peso sign…. Eh di to na.. nang nandun na kami sa final destination ng biglang nahuli ng lakad si mean…. Ewan ko ba at ano ang nakita… nakakita yata ng 25 centavos at pinulot. Pandagdag nga naman sa ipang-photocopy sa araw na yun… eh di eto na, lumitanya si mean ng…..” jordg may nunal (taling) ka pala sa batok mo….” ang sagot ko “ oo mean, pininturahan ko yan kanina ng itim na pintura”, ang sagot ni mean na medyo nainis yata sa sagot ko…. “Eh di habulin ka pala….” Sabi ko, “habulin ng ano?”, sabi ni mean… “habulin ng babaeng tuta”… diyan, diyan nag-originate ang bansag kay mean na “TUTA”….

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I'm Your Fan!

Every year we encounter various events (good and bad) that have huge effect on our lives. Last year, was no different.

I lost my job last December. To those who know my work history, it’s no longer surprising. They are immune to hearing the words “Nagresign na ko” (I resigned already) or “Wala na kong work” (I’m jobless). Lately, I’ve been thinking so much about the excruciating experiences I had with my previous company. I am trying to suppress the thought, but the grudges still seem fresh. Maybe because I have always been the kind of person, when confronted by a complex situation or a budding conflict, would rather not expose my vulnerability. There was no clear closure between me and the basis of my resignation. Things just didn’t end well.

I thought my last job prior to my work as a sales secretary was the most depressing already. But as days go by, I’m starting to realize that all exit experience is painful. No pain is actually more superior to the other. Saying goodbye to the faces I’ve learned to love and care for is probably the very reason why leaving is always difficult. Without a choice, I had to pack my things and wave my hands. Along with it, however, are the precious learnings and good memories.

Of course, reflecting is more meaningful if we talk about great blessings. Last year, God granted one of my biggest dreams – to attend the Kerygma Feast every Sunday together with my family. It took me almost one year to persuade them. Just when I was about to give up, God answered my prayer. It was sometime in 2nd quarter of 2008 when they told me they wanted to give it a try. At the back of my mind I was asking myself, “Are they serious?” When we reached Valle Verde Country Club, that’s the only time I became totally convinced. And the rest is history.

In 2008, I also heard one of the most shocking accolades I’ve received in my entire life. “I’m your fan” kuya Rowin said. What was he thinking? Was he out of his mind? I just couldn’t absorb it.

He was asking about my occupation. I answered him truthfully although I really wanted to lie. hehe!. He told me not to give up and just keep on trying. Then, he inquired about my blog. “I became unmindful of it since I'm busy with work,” I replied. He encouraged me to continue what I have started. Next, he told me “Fan mo ko" (I’m your fan).

The conversation occurred in his daughter’s wake. I was supposed to be the one comforting him but it seemed to me that our roles transformed. Whether there was a truth to that or just a joke, kuya Rowin lifted my weakening spirit. It helped me believe in myself when I was going through some emotional battle - when it seemed to me that I was doing no good... :(

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Kuya Rowin, did I ever say thank you? In a critical point in your life you cheered me up when you yourself needed more understanding. I was speechless and could not believe. That short statement might not have a powerful effect if it came from someone else mouth. It has actually become a music to my ears. Now, I visit my blog regularly. And as I scrutinize my old posts, I tell myself “Not bad.” Hehe! But seriously, I should be the one telling you “I’m your fan!”

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