My Life in a Box

The Sweetest Thing

2009-10-26T02:34:00.000-07:00

It's often heard and written that to love and to be loved in return is one of the many reasons of existence of human beings. Such gives indescribable youthful joy to one. Finding happiness in eating together, strolling around, accompanying in beauty and health clinics, playing in various video games, resolving conflicts, even laughing in awkward situations. These are few of the many moments that gives much pleasure to the one who truly loves. Moments we longed would last a lifetime. Though reality tells that it's no bed of roses because of individual differences yet loving is the most sweetest thing one could ever experienced.

"You Have A Phone Call."

2009-08-22T03:52:00.000-07:00

I haven't been blogging for the past days due to laziness. :( . But my boyfriend prompted me to write again using his suggested title.Why? Because lately he complains on me missing his phone calls many many times. I told him that we are not allowed to carry all the time our phone while at work. He understands that well. At times when I told him that I came from an activity of a certain community, he would exclaimed "na pud?" in english it's "again?". I know lately we've got lot's of activities. All these and more of my valid reasons seemed to be just alibis for him when I call him back. Although sometimes, it's quite annoying since his complaining is already his greeting that is he spends I think more or less two minutes for that issue but we see it a point that our calls end nicely. But I see a deeper meaning of his grumbles. That amidst the distance between the two of us, he makes it a point that I am remembered always and that his sweet nags are his ways of telling me how much he misses me.:)
Thank you lavs for your "langi" complains to me.

Sarah G in CDO Part I

2009-07-04T03:40:00.000-07:00

For the past two days, Sarah G's has rocked Cagayan de Oro.

Fortunate that we are, a day before her concert she visited one of her endorsed food chain near our workplace. So I got the chance to have a glimpse of her for the very first time. But my sister who is an avid fan of Sarah G had the opportunity to meet and greet her up close.

She'll never grow tired in sharing her experience over and over again.

No Man Is an Island

2009-06-22T01:51:00.000-07:00

I can say that I’m blessed with the gifts of persons. One Sunday which is our only rest day from work, my friends willingly offered to work on the on-going construction of our house. In a way, we can save on the labor cost. The site is an hour ride from the City of Cagayan de Oro.

Truly with lots of hands, the work was hastened. The septic tank was almost done as well as the leveling of the soil inside the house. My family was amazed of how fast things were. The place was filled with people who were enjoying working with each other.
We stopped working at around 2 pm because it rained hard so we gathered inside the place where I got the chance to thank everybody for their precious time and effort. It means a lot to me and to my family and it will be forever remembered in our hearts that a part of our house was built by the sweats of generous people.

Mountainbiking!

2009-04-18T02:53:00.000-07:00

Excitement rushed through my veins as I woke up very early on Black Saturday.

At first, things seemed fun and easy for me until the first ascend where I pedaled so hard but I felt like not moving a bit. So I went down from the bike and pushed it to the top where my companions were waiting for me. Sweats were flowing like rain. I remembered begging countless times that we stop for a while to rest. The going up rocky path made it more difficult for me. Another challenge set before me was the descending part which is very steep for me. It’s cemented but I got scared that I might not be able to control the brake and go down continuously that again I was thinking of just walking. But hesitantly I’ve decided to go down riding the bike praying the brake can handle my weight and the gravity. But thank God I was able to arrive at our destination which is the watershed or lomboy as popularly named by them. I took sometime to taste the gift of nature. The air is so refreshing and the water is clear and clean. It has preserved its natural beauty although the place has changed a lot. I’m hoping that the villagers will continue to take care of this bounty.

From lomboy, we have to climb the road and push the bikes. After which, I’ve never gone down from the bike to walk. The trail was still rocky but at least descending so I won’t have exert much effort to move.

In totality I really had a great time with mountain biking. Thank to the two friends of my boyfriend who joined us, to Zary for the borrowed rig and also to Kelvin for his bike that I used. And most especially for my Lavs for the jersey I wore and for making it possible for me to experience the hardship and enjoyment of mountainbiking.

Warm Up

2009-04-17T02:57:00.000-07:00

This pics were taken in the afternoon of thursday. Together with his younger sister, I had my chance to get familiar with mountainbike. I got a little uneasy at first since I have'nt had pedalled for quite a long time especially that it's also my first time with mountainbike in particular. But after moving around their village, I found biking as enjoyable as always.

I remembered my childhood days when I was so eager to learn how to bike that I am not ashamed of asking my neighbor to teach me using thier own two wheels because we don't have one at home. After fervent practice, I was able to experience the fun of biking especially when our father bought our own bike.

Holy Week Trip to Cotabato

2009-04-15T03:14:00.000-07:00

Common practice of the company I'm working with is closing business for the Holy Week that is from thursday to saturday. Well sunday is our rest day. So I took the chance of spending it at my boyfriend's place.

Maundy thursday after taking a my early bath and filling my stomach with an instant noodle, I was already in the bus terminal at 5:30 where I waited for an hour for the bus to arrive. Passengers going to different destinations were swarming the place. It was a good thing that I did not brought lots of baggage.

After stopping at major municipalities in bukidnon including a halt for breakfast and lunch, the bus finally arrived at 1 pm in Kabacan where my boyfriend have been waiting for 2 hours already :(. From there, we rode another bus going to Cotabato.

At last we reached our destination where he took me to a fastfood in the mall where he had a snack and mine a big meal :).

A Visit to the Shrine of Guadalupe

2009-03-27T23:11:00.000-07:00

Located at Tablon which is 20 minutes away from Cagayan de Oro City, one could ride a puj then just tell the driver that you’re heading to the Shrine of Guadalupe. From Tablon highway, another ride on a motorized trisikad should be taken to get you to the starting point. The one hour trail consists of walking on land and crossing the river 9 times which water level may rise up above the knee or even up to the hip line and water current may vary depending on the area. So the hikers should be very careful in crossing.

The Stations of the Cross are placed at strategic areas where you can light a candle on the stones and say your prayer till you get to the 14th station which is at the mountaintop. A chapel was also built there for a Holy Eucharist every 7th of the month. But it is open everyday where the public can always say their prayers.

Few distances from the chapel are picnic tables and benches which can be used without charge so the whole family and friends can rest while sharing some food.

The place is really perfect for devotees who want to experience Him through the Mary of Guadalupe in the serenity of the mountains. At the same time, it’s a perfect nature trekking for everybody.

white rapids-full story

2009-03-25T05:26:00.000-07:00

Because of late confirmation, our original plan of 8 am was moved to 11 am. So the sun was already high so I covered myself with more cloth to shield me from the scorching heat. We gathered in Divisoria where we waited for everybody to arrive. The team who facilitated the activity asked us to sign an agreement that includes statements such as that we came in our own freewill, that injuries may result along the course and our personal belongings are our responsibility.

From there, we traveled for an hour to the starting point but we dropped by the endpoint to get rafts and things necessary for the activity. While everything was being loaded in the jeepney, we took the chance of hanging the zip line where we really had fun.

Finally we arrived at the starting point. After we have put on our helmets and life jackets, we were given basic course about it like the three parts of a paddle-blade, shaft and the tie grip. The basic paddling strokes were also taught and most especially the safety in the water tips. And so the adventure began. There were 14 rapids along the way. The first one really took our breath away since being first timers we did not what it’s gonna be like. One gets to experience different things in the various rapids. We were allowed to take a plunge in the water. Our guide Jong did made a good job in giving us one great time-adventure and knowledge since he mentioned lots of things worth knowing along the way. The exciting activity ended after 3 hours with big smiles on our faces.

White Rapids

2009-03-18T04:12:00.000-07:00

Finally, after being postponed twice, it was carried out as planned-water rafting in Cagayan de Oro.

Full story to follow as well as the pics...

Camryide

2009-03-10T03:58:00.000-07:00

Last March 5, 2009 after dinner in the office, I and other three of my co-employees were invited by our boss to a halo-halo treat at Ice Castle. So we had the opportunity to hop inside for the first time his gorgeous and luxurious car. It may look just an ordinary vehicle outside except to someone who knows its real value in the market. Being seated in the front, I had a closer view of its features like the stereo which changes color as desired or how everything was like a matter of “just press the button.” The interior provides true comfort to its passenger and most importantly it guarantees effortless and easy driving since it is automatic. While driving, our boss taught us basic things like what does all those letters stands for and when to press them. You just got to control it well ‘coz it drives fast. It was truly an amazing experience for all of us. But personally, it’s an inspiration and a challenge to work harder to own one someday.:)

BROKEN HEART SYNDROME

2009-02-13T02:30:00.000-08:00

I want to share to all of you something amusing that I have seen last night at TV Patrol which is timely for tomorrow’s event.

It’s all about Broken Heart Syndrome. As explained by the doctor in the interview, recent studies showed cases of heart failure even if there were no such incident within the family of the patient. It is believed that when the heart is stressed out especially when you are in a relationship, one may contract the syndrome. The arteries may clog and will result to irregular heartbeat. But the heart has the ability to repair itself after few months unlike in a heart attack that once happened the heart is permanently damage.

So we should take good care of our relationships and take good care of our heart as well.

Happy Valentines Everyone and to my Only One. :)

flash flood...

2009-01-20T20:14:00.000-08:00

It was all over the news lately about the flash floods in Cagayan de Oro last January 11, 2009.

Here are few pics of the incident at my workplace.

MY FIRST

2009-01-06T04:00:00.000-08:00

Way back in Bukidnon, I will always remember Auntie Annie. I ran to her whenever I need to have my hair cut. In their sala, with that red cloth she’ll cover my neck, wet my hair with water and after few minutes of the clashing of the scissors, I already have my hair trimmed at a lower cost.

Then December 24, 2008 came at around 4 in the afternoon, something realized. This might be ordinary for others especially for girls and women at my age. Maybe some of you won’t even believe me that it’s my first but this is true. I just want to share to all of you my experience.

As the glass door was opened by the security guard, set before my very eyes were dazzling mirrors, hi tech chairs and other paraphernalia that I’ve seen in the movies & in the television. We were greeted by the receptionist who asked what kind of service I wished to avail. So I answered, then simultaneous asked for the price that sends my eyes twinkling with dollar signs :) . So I turned to my companion who assured me that the price is alright with him. I got myself a chair till somebody attended to me. He(third sex) instructed a woman to have my hair shampooed. She had me reclined with my head on the lavatory. I was a bit startled with the water coming from the telephone shower. And the waters send me giggling so I covered my mouth with my hanky to avoid embarrassment. The shampoo smelled so good. With towel wrapped around my head, I was led to the cutting area where I silently said goodbye to my hair, my long hair. Of course to finish the service, my hair was blow dried and again I chuckled as the hot air reaches my scalp and my neck. Then after some time, the reflection in the mirror reveals a new me with a totally new hairstyle that will surely surprise everybody who are used to seeing me with long hair.

My experience is typical but what makes it special is that it uncovered the childish trait in me and that it felt good also to pamper one’s self. It also makes sense trying something new. So far I’ve been receiving positive feedbacks. Maybe there are few hidden not so good comments but it doesn’t matter to me. What’s important is that I’m comfortable and happy with my new hairdo with the hope of a more positive outlook this year.

Well a big thanks to my hairstylist and of course to my Lavs who patiently accompanied me to the salon and who also sponsored it by d way.

THE MASK

2008-12-30T03:08:00.000-08:00

Being outspoken is not really my personality. I don’t easily open up my thoughts and emotions. I have the tendency to keep things to myself. But I find ways to let the person know about it afterwards.

I’ve longed for the Christmas season to come because my young man will be coming over after seven months of not seeing each other. It’s supposed to be a happy get together but it did not turned out that way. The first meeting over dinner was already a bad start. But that was just a short moment. I was hopeful that better days were coming ahead and that everything will fall into place. But unfortunately, it did not happen as I expected. Dark clouds seemed to cover up few wonderful moments. Unhappiness overshadowed and hurt was an intense feeling that time yet smiles may be seen on my face and I was able to make things appeared alright. And he went home without knowing how I truly felt that I remembered the hurts and pains more than the bliss.

Although I took the courage to inform him my irritation and displeasure but it was already late. He’s back in his place and there’s nothing he could do to make up for the lost time. I’ve realized that I also committed a big mistake of not letting him know from the start. I would have saved myself from ruining my Christmas with my Lavs. Next time, I won’t indulged in those pathetic emotional drama which left me scarred. I promised myself to be true to what I feel especially when I’m with my special person coz I know he loves me enough to understand me…

Playing in the Rain

2008-12-03T00:52:00.000-08:00

Just when I went out from the office, I saw these four children having fun in the rain. And my childhood memories flashed back. With my neighbors and friends, we enjoyed the rain playing and running around our subdivision until the rain went off.

I was happy looking at them. So I've decided to take pictures of them. At first, they were unmindful of me. Till they voluntered to pose...

But these children sent a little shiver on my neck because they are enjoying splashing water which had build up in the canal. They would ignore anybody who tried to reprimand them to get off. I just hope they won't acquire any diseases. Where could have been the parents of the little buddies.

Missing the Angel

2008-11-24T18:24:00.000-08:00

He came in the middle of confusions and doubts. So innocent yet hurled with accusations. So young to be caught in the middle of the clash of immature person and pathetic made-to-believe situations.

But his first cry gave us laughter that wiped out all these negative thoughts and emotions. Everytime his eyes opens is a promise of a brighter day. His cries in the night is like music to the ears. Then he learns new tricks and began to respond back and laugh out loud. When held in the arms, all is worth it.

In the point that everything's alright, a sad truth appeared before us that we didn't expect to happen very soon. Our angel was taken back by the same person who did not accepted him at first. Truly a painful scenario especially for my parents who have witnessed him from birth and who have also thier share of sacrifices.

And what's left are the memories and these pics which was taken last Oct. 19, 2008. For everything will never be the same again...

Out of Line

2008-11-20T02:13:00.000-08:00

The internet connection is very slow lately :(. It's killing lots of time. And it makes me lazy to do some blogging...

Sweet and Sour November

2008-11-03T03:58:00.000-08:00

It was nine years ago this same month that I have opened myself to someone. I don't really like him but he's very persistent in having a relationship with me. Being into it for the first time was not easy. It was so awkward and all those stuff.

But as the days and months came, masked in a tough facade, he is truly a sweet and gentle person inside. He's a practical giver. He has not given me even a single card. Instead he gave me flashlight, umbrella, handkerchief and lots of thing which can be of use.

Yet our bond is not all bed of roses. We were also tossed by storms. It was also one november that we broke up for 3 months due to immaturity. Tears fell of missing him. Life was dull and dry without him.

His call last saturday exactly the first day of november reminded me of the wonderful as well as the the not so good things brought about by this month nine years ago which all have contributed to what our relationship has become now.

Trying Hard Cook

2008-11-03T03:14:00.000-08:00

I can clean the whole house. I can wash the clothes. I can do the dishwashing. I can do all these stuff perfectly except of one chore which is uncontrollably and controllably neglected by me. I DON"T COOK VERY WELL.

Uncontrollably, because my mother does the cooking at home or if my mother is not around, she assigns my elder sister to cook our food.When I was in college, we just cook our rice and buy our viand outside. And even until today, I don't get to cook our food.For convenience sake, we still buy outside.

Controllably neglected because I chose other chores. I don't exert much effort to befriend the spurting hot oil in the frying pan. I find it hard to get the right taste for others to like my cooking.

But I can remember well when I was in elementary, I saw in the tv ad a scrambled egg with evap milk. I tried it and was so excited to have it tasted by my family but it did not met thier standards. And last saturday, I made a pancake and I got the same negative reactions. But I don't feel bad about it. In fact we just laughed and tried to decode what might have gone wrong with the recipe. I promised myself that whenever I go home, I'll cook for my family.And this time I said to myself, somehow I can master the craft.

I guess, I love cooking after all...

PRICELESS GIFT 2

2008-10-23T19:18:00.000-07:00

I know it's quite a while since I had a post. In as much as I'd like to account our whereabouts during my friend's homecoming but I cant' anymore remember the details.

Nonetheless, more the delicious food we ate, the places we've been to and the things we did, there is this certain bond that held us together. And that distance and time is not an hindrance for a lasting friendship where we can easily find a place like home in our hearts.

PRICELESS GIFT

2008-09-30T01:09:00.000-07:00

Last weekend I went to my old hometown for its barangay fiesta after 6 years of having left the place. The place has given me lots of good as well as not so good memories. But most importantly, it's where I have meet friends to cherish for the rest of my life.

And talking of friends, I mainly went there because of a friend who came home after 3 years. But she'll just be here for two weeks only. Then after, she'll be back to the States. A day after she arrived, she gave me a surprised visit at my workplace. OMG, she has managed to lose weight. She's sexy now.:)

I'll finish my story tomorrow, got to go...

DAWN SWIMMING

2008-09-23T02:48:00.000-07:00

Last sunday, my friends and I went for a swim. It was something different coz we went there at around 4 am.

Here are few pics I wanna share...

The sunrise was amazing.

The food preparation...

Eating time..

Poses

The pets we brought along..

It was a total fun...

My Coach

2008-09-18T02:16:00.001-07:00

In any field, in order to attain perfection or victory, one should have someone to look up to as guide, as a support or perhaps even a critic that will push you to your limit.

You might be thinking that this is something very serious. Nope. Maybe just a bit.

I'm talking about someone who introduced me to the world of blogging. He's been doing blogs for quite sometime now. He gives instructions on the necessary things to be done and informs me about essentials things I need to know. Sometimes, he is so patient with me. Sometimes, he generously spend time explaining to me or answering my queries. But at some other times, he is not so courteous too.

I've been a member for three months yet I have not really devoted much time on learning about blogging due to personal reasons and work constraints. Although I have not appreciated the beauty of blogging now but I have decided to continue doing it. Maybe it takes a little more of me to enjoy it as much as others do. And hopefully I can write at least 3 blogs a week and will soon interact with the rest of the world.

And for the one person who has been around, I'm very much grateful to you. Continue the good job.

Make Over

2008-09-18T02:16:00.000-07:00

Friday evening, my boyfriend txted that he has a surprise for me. No matter how I pleaded that he would tell me what it is, but of no avail.

But on a phonecall by him on the following day, he voluntarily told me that he has made changes on my blog site.Upon hearing , I could not anymore contain my excitement visiting it.

Monday came but the internet connection was very slow although I was able to have a glimpse of my new site with its very fine renovations. It already has my pic. He got me a chat box, changed my url as well as my blogname.All these and more looks very good to me.

A billion thanks to my blog site artist.