Give me the street name and i'll find it.

Happy are those who has sense of direction for they can find the streets to take. If there is what writes call  a "writer's block" in which a writer ran out of thoughts and words in an isntant, then I think there should also be "writer's pop", an instance when one is busy doing something or maybe doing nothing when suddenly a question or a thought pops up. Ideas and thoughts coming from within naturally flows and teaches the fingers to express these into words. How strange that in the middle of my commitment and perseverance to finish a term paper due on the next two days, I came across a thought about what I really want in life. It's as if the 4 way test or questions of the Rotary Club flashes in me; Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?".  I felt disoriented and confused. Will these four way test i usually find in streets help me find the street name i wish to take? Hopefully...

The magic unfolds at HK Disney Land

Photo Credits: Dian Bognot, Monchi Bognot, and Abi Ang

Christmas 2010

No words at all

No words at all, that’s how I would describe how I felt my Dad’s love today. Normally, children have their innate connection with their Moms, but in my case, I feel that with my Dad. It’s not that I don’t appreciate my mom or I don’t like and love her more than my Dad. I like and love them equally. It’s just that today; I felt my connection with him. But every day, I feel the love and care of my Mom, she’s simply amazing. Maybe because I’m just more like my Dad that’s why I feel this certain connection with him; we have the same taste; attitude; personality; likes; views and opinions. But he’s better of course, way to better and smarter than me. He’s my mentor and supporter and I’m his number one fan. :)

No one was able to make me feel better today than him, even if he said nothing. I wanted to share this because this incident really touched my heart. All throughout the day I was so busy cleaning the house, as in the entire house and I’m focused on cleaning and finding things to clean when I couldn’t find anything to clean anymore. Then he suddenly sits within the area I’m cleaning at. Me – busy, deeply thinking and teary eyed didn’t acknowledged he’s presence even if it’s obvious that he’s there. I said nothing and he did the same. I can feel him looking at me, wanting to ask what was happening, why was I sad and about to cry? But I think he feels that I don’t want to be asked that’s why he kept quiet. I feel that he knows I’m hurting and he wished he could just take away the pain, just like what he used to do when I was a little girl, well even know, he would always want to take away all my pains. And I’m so thankful for that. When I have migraine, he would massage my head. He would look for his mint oil and put it on my head for a more soothing effect (I think he learned that from his barber). When my skin was burnt due to an accident, he used to help my mom in cleaning my wounds and he would hold my hands and just let me cry out loud. He even took a leave in the office and in school so he could take care of me.

Then he finally breaks the silence, he asked something I can barely remember, I think he told me to throw away the VCDs we no longer use. I nod without even looking at him, I’m afraid he might see my eyes. Then he kept quiet again, he stand up and left. And that made me feel alright, because when he left, it seems that he’s telling me that I’m brave and strong, that I can get through whatever it is that hurts me, and that I’m his daughter and he’s proud of me. I felt his dearest love, though I feel it every day, this day is special because he made me feel that he’s always there, that he knows me so well, and that he understands.

Me and my Hero for the day:


1. Snorkeling at Laiya, Batangas 2. Mommy and Daddy's 25'th wedding anniv. 3. On our way to Boracay Tropics.

TVCs that touched me.

I'm certainly a commercial fan and most of the TVcs that touched me have this tried and tested advertising formula - appeal to emotion.
See why these ads created an impact.

1. True Colors - Dove

I love this because this Ad promotes women empowerment.
I wouldn't say that one should accept their imperfection because i believe that we are all created perfectly, it's a matter of realizing the value of what was given to us. I think it's normal for us girls to be insecure sometimes because we always want to be accepted and appreciated. But we should also realize that appearance is just a shallow part of our personality. The power given to us is much more than the physical aspect. Remember that beauty is subjective and you can not generalize how people define it. Furthermore, it's evanescent, what would remain permanent are the change you've done to other people and the impact you left behind. We should learn to value ourselves and realize our worth as a woman.




2. Para kanino ka bumabangon? - Nescafe

When i first saw this Ad and heard the first line, the question was already posted in my mind. I realized that we don't just live our days, we have purpose and reasons. We welcome mornings not just to face afternoons and overcome evenings. We celebrate a brand new day because it's another chance and opportunity to fulfill God's plan for us. Let everyday be sensible, fruitful and worth living. When you see tomorrow's sunshine, remind yourself that God gave this day to you, don't just let it pass, make something out of it, no matter how small the task maybe, at least you were able to accomplaish something. I'm a procrastinator myself and i regret wasting time. Let's not wait for things to happen, let's make it happen.

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Come Closer

Let me share some of our cheesy shots from our Ilocos tour. This was taken during sun down at Calle Crisologo, Vigan.

Skype

This Skype thing really fascinates me, thanks to sun unlicall and text plan as i was able to download (thru step by step tutoring of my boyfriend)the software. It's not that we're miles and miles away that's why we decided to use this. In fact, we're just cities and towns away. We just want to try something new.

I dunno, maybe i'm left behind in terms of these online things. I'm not really a fan of chat and video calls, i never was. This is something new to me and i'm glad i enjoyed it.

See snapshots below:

For Scissor

if ever i saw a drop in your eyes,
i would give an ocean of tears; so wide, deep and endless.
your hurt is mine,
even your pain
i always want to keep your smile
the moment it saddens,
my heart collides
i would go as far as turning back time
so i can do what you have wanted me to
at least i could make you happy
at least we could have save each other’s pain
you give me everything
aside from my love,
your happiness is the most wonderful thing i could offer
and yet, sometimes i fail
i never wanted to hurt you,
nor see a tear drop in your eyes
i don’t want to take away your happiness
but sometimes i do unintentionally
and it cause us both pain
the moment your hurt, i’m hurt
every time your sad, i’m sad
if you’re in pain, i’m also in pain
the feeling is piercing,
it never escaped my thoughts
every time you’re angry,
it frightens me
i’m afraid i might lose the grip
and i never wanted that to happen
i couldn’t bear spend a second without you
and i know you wouldn’t want it too
i may commit mistakes,
but those are not meant to upset you
please give me time to learn
as these things are new to me
i know this is not enough reason
because i know you trust how i make decisions
but sometimes i cannot be as good as what you think of me
i know you understand
and i thank you because you always do
and i don’t want it to be like that always
i also want to be the one who adjust
the one who reach out
and the one who understands
i want to fill the missing pieces
i want to be the one who’ll fix what’s broken
so everything will be alright again
i want to be the one who’ll love more
care more
miss more
and give more
i want to sail the boat with you
we’re together after all
all i ever wanted is your smile
a smile that reflects what’s inside your heart
i hope i could keep it that way
and i’ll work on making it stay that way


“You and I are a pair of scissors. Alone, we’re knives. Sharp and nasty, made to hurt others. But together, we are scissors. Better, safer, more useful. But more than that, we are our missing halves. And whatever comes between us, we destroy.”


Love,
Scissor

One raining Saturday

I don’t know if it’s normal for people my age to feel the stress and pressure as they reach the point of their life wherein they want to start establishing themselves. At my mid 20’s (yes I’m in my mid 20’s, lowest digit of the bracket to be exact) i have a lot of things in my mind; it’s a mess, a clutter that will take me forever to organize. I’m an Aquarian and i was never really the orderly type, I’m a procrastinator who has great visions but is having a hard time with the execution. Since I’m passionate and i always feel the time and life ahead of me, sometimes i forget to drive on my track; to go in the direction i want to take.

I also don’t know if it’s the weather that is making me feel gloomy and sad. It’s raining outside, as they say, people tend to feel blue when it rains or maybe because it’s the time of the month, the time when girls are more sensitive and emotional. I don’t know. I just woke up feeling lonely and incomplete. I feel the emptiness; i want to be somewhere else, somewhere far from where i am right now, I want to do something else, something different from what I’m doing right now. But i couldn’t organize myself; i don’t know what to do or how to prioritize my plans. I was the achiever back then, i make things happen, my spirit is high and i always do things with optimism. Right now, i became idle. I’m looking at the red traffic light above. And it alarms me. I’m chasing a dream. I have always been. For me, it has always been a battle between my lifelong dream and the present situation. I don’t know if i would pursue the thing i want most because there are a lot of hindrances. Circumstances make it hard to reach. I don’t know if i would work and grow on what i have right now because probably, this is life’s on way of telling me that i am supposed to be here, that the dream that I’ve always wanted will just remain as my childhood fantasy. Perhaps this is a test i must get through to remind myself who am i and where i want to be. The world can always shake me; people around me can always influence me, but i know my heart, as long as a live according to what it beats, I’ll always be on the right track.

Good thing i have someone, someone who always makes everything alright. Someone who will always be there to support and smile for me in whatever directions i take.

Shall i call this the mid 20’s crisis?

Coco Beach, Puerto Galera

Spent this year’s Labor Day in a quiet resort in Behjia, Puerto Galera. I’ve wanted to visit the Island for years but it’s only now that i got the chance to really touch the shores of Oriental Mindoro. We stayed in a not so commercialized resort in the Island. It’s peaceful; almost private. The resort has arranged a special transportation for guest to get there. As the tip of your boat touched the shores of Coco Beach, you will be welcomed by the singing crew as they place strings of sea shells around your neck. It’s very welcoming; everyone there is nice and accommodating. Staying there is like having a house of your own, you have a cottage surrounded by plants and flowers (almost like having a garden), your cottage is built from bamboo which enables you to feel the breeze and fresh air, you’ll appreciate privacy as each cottage is located a little far from each other, you’ll have a simple bed with white linen and canopy, sliding capiz windows, a balcony where you can just sit and enjoy the gentle wind of the evening while watching the stars sparkle. One unique concept of Coco Beach is the service family, in your entire stay there, someone who lives near your cottage helps you maintain your room and assist you in all your needs.

Coco Beach shares the white sand characteristics of the island, though not that powdered and pure, it’s still beautiful as you walk along its shores. Rock formation serves as the resort’s boundary. As the water subsides in the late afternoon, dull corals and uncommon marine life are revealed. Walking in it is like a walk of discovery; you’ll see living creatures you’re not that familiar with. It has neighboring Islands that’s why kayaking is advisable (only if you’re a good swimmer). Exploring the vicinity of the island is like a journey to a new world, a world far from what you used to have.

Boat ride to Coco Beach, landing at the shores, the cottage i was talking about,sharing the afternoon tuscan sky.

Boat ride to Long Beach(neighboring Island), snorkeling, and marine life watching.


Kayaking around the Island, atlast we found the hanging bridge after a ten minute search and the little boy who is so fascinated with his new found "pawikan" friend. He obviously scoop it from the pond and later on found out that it's prohibited. =)


Until our next stop...

White Sand Shore: Coco Grove, Laiya

Holy week was spent again at Laiya, San Juan, Batangas. It’s my third time to visit this white sand shore and it never failed to fascinate me. It is the closest beach getaway you could have. Again, we stayed at Coco Grove beach resort; we occupied the second tree house fronting the shore where during mornings, all you could here are the chirping birds and the sound of sea as the wind touches its surface. In the afternoon, you wouldn't mind the heat of the sun because you can actually sleep in the sand with the trees as your canopy. And during night, a pleasurable view of the clear dark sky which illuminates the moon and the stars will send you dreaming earnestly before you sleep.

Coco Grove is one of the nicest among the strings of resort s along the shore of Laiya. It’s quiet, peaceful and almost private. Not too many people really stay here as it is located a little far from other resorts. One of the things i enjoyed most was Snorkelling. Every morning, all we did was to snorkel around the shallow sea to fascinate ourselves with the stunning marine life. I haven’t been to any other snorkelling spot but the one in here is really beautiful. We even had great finds (see photos w/ starfish) but of course we returned it back, we don’t want to take them away from their home. I believe that their beauty is only for our eyes pleasure and heart’s contentment. Let us let them remain that way.