I live on a farm?? (笑)

My family has been growing some vegetables lately (笑)

And we managed to harvest some green bell peppers and cherry tomatoes (^^)

We also have some eggplants and another variety of tomato growing on our property, but sadly, the squirrels and other animals seem to be eating them, even before they ripen! (>_<)

We set up a fence recently, so I hope it helps~ One of the white eggplants seems to be swelling up nicely, so if the squirrels leave it alone we might be able to harvest it. (笑)

We have some guests over at our house today, apparently some friends from my mom and aunts' childhood. They've been chatting nonstop since lunchtime, I guess they've been catching up on all those lost years. (笑)

Might be going someplace this weekend~

Hopefully it's interesting? (笑) I think we have plans to drive up to either Philadelphia or Atlantic City, whichever they decide to hit first. My aunt finally got some vacation time, so she's particularly cheerful today(^^)

Ja, I need to take a shower and sleep now (笑) It's gotten so late and I had to wash a lot of dishes from our meals today (^^;)

Until next time~

I will take photos! (笑)

Drinking~♪

Drinking with immersion mates~! (笑)


It took only two glasses of this cocktail to make me slightly uncoordinated. (笑)

My alcohol tolerance is so bad ♪

Sometimes I wonder if I should drink at all (笑)

Happy New Year!

明けましておめでとうございます、みなさん！

I spent January 1st at Ochibi and Kin-chan's house. (笑) We wore our yukatas and watched Dream Live 7th, fangirled, and basically had fun. All things considered, it was a wonderful day.

Thank you, Ochibi, Kin-chan. I hope this year started off well for you both, too.

WakuWaku's First Anniversary!

A big thank you to Kuya Joma for inviting us :D

We really enjoyed their tea time, snacks, and fun games.




It was really cool, despite the major pressure put on me (and pressure I put on Kae) to sing at the event. (笑) ごめん、けいーちゃん～

There were major moments of hilarity, like when Kae was thrust into a game of Pinoy Henyo with Miguel Mercado, a very popular cosplayer who had been invited to the event, along with Jin Joson. Our friend Leslie was incredibly starstruck. (笑) She's been a big fan of Jin since forever. She looked ready to pass out. :))

Some priceless moments of lulz during Kae's game of Pinoy Henyo with Miguel:

Miguel: "Does it have to do with Japanese culture?"
Kae: "Yes."
Miguel: "....porn?"
Everyone else: *bursts out laughing*

Miguel: "Does it have anything to do with food?"
Kae: Uhhhm. Pwede. Yes?
Miguel: "....Malaki? Masakit?" (...Big? Painful?)
Everyone else: *starts laughing again*
Kae: *while laughing* No!

When it was all over, we got to keep our teacups from the event. I had made a poster for Kuya Joma, and he asked everyone to sign it before they left. I'm pretty much proud of my handiwork.(笑)

Until the next event, Kuya Joma! Wakuwaku!

Aaaaaah!

It's been a long time, hasn't it. (笑)

Not to worry, I'll be updating again with past events (笑) if you guys want to check back sometime feel free~

TODAY IS THE DAY!!

Our band, Ongaku Intersection, will be performing later!!!

DEBUT PERFORMANCE!!!

So nervous~ (笑)

My hoarse voice is mostly recovered. I will be able to sing later!!

Promise~ (笑)

Everyone!! Please support and cheer for us till the end~

EA's Birthday celebration (笑)

Last night was EA's 19th birthday! Earlier that afternoon, he had pizza and coke delivered to our Toujin hangout. We kampai'd. (笑)

Happy birthday, EA! No one could ask for a better guitarist for our band.
...Just work on getting past those TV-sizes, okay? (笑)

On a side note, it rained quite heavily that evening. While waiting to go out, I danced in the rain for the first time. (笑)It wasn't very long, but it felt awesome. (^^)

We were supposed to watch Inception, but I wasn't allowed to go out for a movie. However, I did manage to hang around with EA, Geline and Anna at Eastwood.

We knocked ourselves out at the arcade and ate dinner at a Euro-Japanese restaurant, Mr. Kurosawa.

The food is awesome, though, I will have to admit, rather pricey. (>.<) The sushi platter had a bunch of things I'd never tasted before, like octopus and SEA URCHIN!


I like sea urchin nao. (笑)
But, like genuine takoyaki, it will definitely be a rarity here. (笑)

I also got to drink sake for the first time. Strawberry-flavored sake! I wish I had taken a photo.(笑)

I'm a very careless drinker though. (^^;) I gulp instead of sipping. (笑)

It was a very fun night and I hope to spend more time with everyone soon~♪

What.

What is this I don't even.

It's not every day that I get clung to for nearly an hour.

Amateur hairstylist. (笑)

Drove to school for the first time today~ (笑)

And also, got an "emergency call" to be a hairstylist.

What??? (笑)

Apparently, my two kouhais, Rei and Niki, had an org assembly to attend, and the theme was Avatar: The Last Airbender. For some reason, they wanted me to style their hair.

So, uhm. Okay. (笑)

And funnily enough, I looked like one. (笑)

NEW!!!

Because I saw it and wanted it immediately. (笑) Kin-chan took me to WakuWaku, and I bought this there.

In all fairness, I am a Gundam00 fan, and I've watched both seasons. I cannot wait for the movie this year!!

I haggled the price from 290 pesos to 200; this is the first time I have ever haggled in my life. I am utter fail. (笑) I'm glad for a new pencil case nonetheless!

No, Kin-chan, I am not giving you my Prince of Tennis pencil case. Eiji gave it to me. (^_^)

I finally got to see Rei and Niki's condo unit for the first time! Even with lagging Smartbro internet, we managed to load a video from The Last Airbender, and we proceeded to poke fun at it. We are now determined to make some kind of parody of the movie and show them what a better job we with even lower budgets can do. Seriously, 150 million for that project and they show us footage this bad? (>o<) I am disappointed, and I don't even follow Avatar. (笑)

In other news, I have accomplished my first Toujin Report for this year, in our mailing groups! I hope to write more updates, this was a part of my old job that I loved. Writing reports and updates are fun.

Relaxed.

Just had a cold bath and a delicious dinner, nothing could bring the day to a better end (^_^)


Today was a day full of surprises! In one of my classes, our teacher, Jim Paredes (of APO Hiking Society) got someone to speak to our class about political humor, and who better to talk about it than Mae Paner, a.k.a Juana Change! She's a very funny political satirist whose Youtube videos are not only amusing, but very striking. She's been quite brave in speaking out her thoughts about Philippine politics (and politicians) and I admire her for it. (^^) I was lucky enough to have my camera with me, I took a photo with her at the end of the class. (^o^)/

Part of me feels that it was also a bit of a train wreck of a day, too. I got sprayed with the new Axe Twist earlier by a couple of friends, didn't really appreciate it (even though I like the smell of Axe in general). (>o<)!! It was not very pleasant.

Also, Toujin interviews continue! I got to meet some interesting people today and I'm glad to have stuck around, although Nikki on her sugar high kind of made me freak a little. (^^;) Aiyo.

In addition, I'm very nervous about my audition for Blue Symphony tomorrow...And I have a guidance test to worry about, too!! I suppose the relaxing end for the day is just to prepare me for the horrors tomorrow (>.<)/

In the end, it didn't rain today and I didn't get to do any special Tanabata rituals or whatnot to make up for forgetting yesterday. I should have burned a wish today or something? (>_<)

BEST DAY EVER

So, today was supposed to be my registration for classes and for the school year--I didn't succeed in getting the teacher I wanted, BUT! There is a way, and I will make sure I get out of the nightmare prof's class. (>o<)/

But nevermind about all that. I HAD DINNER WITH THE SENPAIS LAST NIGHT. (^o^)/
And it was FUN.

It's practically the most time I've spent out of the house since I recovered from chicken pox but it was amazing. I mean, for one:
I managed to see Kin-chan on her second day of college. She looked like she was enjoying herself, and I was glad to see that she was adjusting to life. She's leaving for Abra on Friday, so I really was glad to see her before then.

I was surprised to see that she'd cut her hair, but well, she's happy.

Anyway, as you can all see from the opening photo way up there, the senpais and I had dinner at Pepper Lunch (Where else? We always seem to eat there, I swear--not that I mind. Haha!). It was funny to see Martin in work clothes--but it didn't help that everyone else there seemed to be in black-and-white while I was in YELLOW AND RED, in full-blown color. I wanted to hide under the table later on, haha.

It also didn't help that yellow and red seem to be the colors of the Pepper Lunch logo. (^^;)

Do I look like the endorser of Pepper Lunch now?

Teru Teru Bozu~

Since it's been rather hot these past few days, and even though brief rainshowers have been passing through the neighborhood recently, it's really not enough to cool most of us down. Muh~ (>_<)

In light of that, (and because of the movie Ima, Ai ni Yukimasu) I made a little Japanese weather fortune doll to hang in my window. (^o^)/

It's called a "teru teru bozu", and normally you see it hanging upright (with the head up) in order to promise sunny weather. But if you hang it upside down (like i did) it promises to bring rain. Which I think we all need. (>w<)/

Maah, try to make some of your own! Let's spread the weather fortune dolls around, maybe the more we make, the sooner rain will come down. (>w<)/

ETA [6:27pm]: IT RAINED JUST NOW! YAY!

IRON MAN 2 !!

Haha, I just came home from watching Iron Man 2 with friends. The movie was great, even though I hadn't watched the first movie at all. I was pretty much able to follow it.
Oh, and a tip for those who are about to watch it: Stay till after the credits!! There is an extra scene, and it caused a lot of excitement among the audience.

So, with that, I'd like to say...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, OCHIBI!!!!!

I will do my best to bring you "Ore-sama" when I come over sometime. (^_^) Or something. (>_<) Hahaha! Hope you had a good day~

Japanese practice -日本語 練習

昨日は、あまり働かなかった。（笑）
今日は、忙しい！Greenbeltに行きました！

暑い！！後で、電車で大学へ行きました。

今、日本語をべんきょうしています。大変です。。。（＞＿＜）
これからは毎晩べんきょうするつもりです！
頑張ります!
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I can only hope that my grammar is correct.（笑）
Here's a translation of what I tried to say:

"Yesterday, I didn't work much. (laughs)
Today, I was busy! I went to Greenbelt!

Hot!! Later, I took the train to University.

Now, I'm studying the Japanese Language. It's difficult...(>_<)
From now on, I plan to study every night!
Ganbarimasu!!"

I tried. （笑）In any case, we interns had to go to Makati Ave on an emergency errand. The office kept calling me on my cell phone to check on us, I think because of nerves that we wouldn't make it in time. Thankfully, we did, and I'm glad for it. Though there was a bit of a panic when I realized that the money the agency gave me for the errand was sort by nearly a thousand pesos--thankfully it was all cleared up and it wasn't much trouble. However, I got slightly lost in the Makati area thanks to some confusing directions from my fellow intern Raizza, but in the end I managed to reach the train station and take the train back to campus, and in time for class too. I still feel very rusty in the language and so I need to practice. Forgive me if you're able to spot any kind of mistake--I'm still learning!!

First day at work! (笑)

Sorry, I don't have photos today. (笑)

I am very, very blessed for having this opportunity. My friend Raizza was able to get me into the company she is interning at this summer! Now, we are working right next to each other, along with another fellow intern and friend, Chabeli. (>_<)

Apparently, ever since I came to work, they have been a lot more lively and unfocused than they normally were. I don't know if it is a good thing or a bad thing. (笑)

I had a wonderful time at the workplace, even though I was kept quite busy with all the tasks heaped on to me. I got through it; Raiz and Chabeli helped out since they were free anyway.

I'm worried about tomorrow--I have to register and finish enrolling for class, and also go to work! I will be a little late, but ideally I should be there by 10am, 11am if necessary. I can only hope that the commute will not be as great a hassle as I believe it to be.

I will try to take some photos at work next time! If it's not too unprofessional, that is. (笑)

Until next time!

頑張ります!!

My "junjou baby loves". XD

Monday was quite an entertaining day, too. (笑)

I had gone to ADMU to meet with Justin, intending to figure out what to do with the shrine that we had built for the KiraKira☆Matsuri. Since the Japanese Studies Department could not take it (they had no more space), we will have to dispose of it during the clean-up week set for orgs, to clear their org rooms of junk. Looks like that will be my duty for next week.

Well, since we had that cleared up, I went to meet Ochibi and Kin-chan, who'd gone to Cello's. As usual, when all three of us are around, Kin-chan gets herself into trouble with me, i pretend to ignore her, and in the end forgive her anyway. (笑)

Nikki also passed by all of a sudden. (笑) I hadn't expected to see her today, and it was a nice surprise. (^^) We also managed to contact EA--I was to face him in a Pokemon battle!!

Well, admittedly, he had the upper hand because I don't have enough battle experience. (笑) However, I did have my crowning moments of awesome!! Even if I only won once out of three different battles. ...And all this happened while Nikki tried to "rape-tickle" both of us. (>o<)

Still!!

I have discovered my hidden potential as a Pokemon trainer!! (笑)

My hidden skill will be a secret for now though. (笑) Fssshu! (笑)

I will conduct my research and face EA once more in battle!! And next time I will emerge victorious!! (笑)

頑張ります!!(笑)

Blue Roast!

Finally, a photo!
Well, Blue Roast (Which actually happened last night, March 24th, after my oral exams, actually)is the Seniors' send-off party, kind of like a last hurrah before they graduate. I got invited by some of my friends to bask in the craziness.

Well, the music was okay, and the performance by CADS (Company of Ateneo Dancers) was excellent--even if I didn't approve of the stripping. (笑)
I think, more than ever, I really feel for dance. I don't know how exactly this came about (maybe because of Masa, fine) but I've always loved watching performances, even ballet. I guess you never really appreciate opportunities except when they're gone. (>_<)

I had a great time with the Seniors, and I really will miss them when they graduate. I hope to still see them though!!

CONGRATULATIONS, BATCH 2010 (^o^)/

chocolate + depression = doesn't work.

I have been feeling a little down today...

It's a strange feeling to feel fear and depression literally pouring in from all sides, like a flood. (>_<)

I ate half a box of chocolate, but no effect (>_<) Where are the endorphins?!

...On a random note, Masa took a photo of himself and his newly trimmed hair, i think. He hadn't shaved his face yet, haha. Masa with a moustache is amusing. That brightened up my day somewhat. (^^)

Ooh, I asked my friend to send over the thesis statements I needed for oral exams with Fr. Dacanay.

She took the liberty of adding one last thesis statement to the list:

14. Father Dacanay contributes to his students’ mature understanding of marriage and human sexuality by not only explaining said topics through sacred scripture and the proclamations of the Magisterium, but also through other disciplines. Hence, he is the awesome. XD

SO TRUE. (笑)

Now to add to that mature understanding by studying.

頑張ります!

Alice in Wonderland!

We watched Alice in Wonderland earlier! OPENING NIGHT~ ♪
It was a really good movie, haha. Johnny Depp is awesome, just awesome! The entire movie gives Wonderland a whole new dimension, and Alice a whole new dimension too. (^^)

I LOVE THE MAD HATTER!!! And the Cheshire cat, too!!


Haha, a photo taken before leaving school to watch Alice in Wonderland. I lay down on the low wall surrounding the library's fountain. It's a very cozy place to nap, if you're up for it. The stone is warm from the sun, but the area is vary shaded thanks to the large building. Also, the water from the fountain makes everything cool.

I think it's a great spot. (>_<)

Hazelnut spread! ♪

400 grams of sweet hazelnut and chocolaty goodness~ ♪
I've never been able to buy the big container before! (笑) I normally get the smaller ones, but none were available at the grocery today. (笑)

Looking back, today was rather interesting. Waking up to a clear blue sky outside your window normally makes me feel slightly lighter about the day. Actually, seeing the sky outside my window in just one solid color, whether white or blue, feels like a good omen. (笑)

On an amusing note, I ran into Fr. Dacanay outside our classroom before he entered--and he was wearing shades! It was a nice start to the day, haha. (笑)

We had to rush quite an amount of work for our research paper outline though, and that kind of stressed me out. In addition, preparations for our KiraKira☆Matsuri are still ongoing, and we are still unprepared!!

Aaaaaaa~ This is such a rush!

I hope we can accomplish this! I would hate to move the Matsuri again, even if it DOES give us more preparation time! I feel like I didn't fulfill a promise I made to the members. (>_<) It's a very unsettling feeling, to promise something and not be able to accomplish it. But I need help, too! (>o<)

In any case...

頑張ります！！(笑)