20 Facts About Me

                       

1. I was born and raised in Catarman, Northern Samar, and my parents were from Loon, Bohol. (people are still confused why I visit two places every vacation)

2. I am the youngest in the family. (3 bros and 1 sis)

3. It's expensive but one of my simple joys is to travel. ( I always check piso fare )

4. This is the reason why I'm getting fatter, I can't study without a food. I eat a lot. 

5. Beware, I am noisy. I talk a lot about random things.

6. I am trying hard to be a morning person.

7. It is my weakness to see old people begging for food or sick.

8. I like watching romantic movies and because of the influenced of the people in our house, I started watching teleserye of ABS-CBN since 1999. (Claudine and Judy Ann's teleseryes were hit before. Hahaha) 

9. I have a lot of dresses when I was a kid, and until now I have them in my cabinet. I have a crazy reason why I still keep it.

10. Dancing is the first talent I discovered to myself, and nothing followed. Honestly, when I was young, I practiced everyday just to perfect the routine of Macarena. Hahaha

11. I am moody. My mood depends to the people, place, and weather.

12. I grew up with a yaya for 16 years. She's one of the people who suffered because of my "maldita attitude." You will hate me if you'll learn what I did to her things when I was kid, but despite of my attitude, I do love her.

13. I never say no to adventures. I love exploring things. 

14. Some of my friends, especially elementary and high school classmates say I am "kuripot." Nah, the truth is I really don't have enough money.

15. Have a fear of driving motorcycle or cars. I prefer to be a passenger. 

16. It is weird but I do wash laundry and dishes using gloves. My dermatologist told me to protect my right hand especially my fingertip against detergents or chemicals. There's something in it. 

17. I find peace when I see the sea and cloud collides.

18. I learned a lot about life when I started living in Manila. This city taught me to be strong and brave.

19. One of the boys 'cause I grew up together with my two brothers and I was closer to my Papa before.

20. YFC soon to be SFC.

Miles Away and In Love

“Absence makes the heart grow fonder.”

That was a quote I read and heard every time a long distance relationship is discussed. It’s a daily motivation for every couple to stand up to their commitment. But can you find true love in this kind of relationship?

Long distance relationship is demanding. It requires you to keep the communication on a daily basis. Time zone is such a hindrance when it comes to this. Couple must be both brave to embrace the fact that their other half can’t be with them in times they need someone. Both are separated and reaching their own goals and dreams. They can’t do like normal couples do physically because they just talk through social networking sites or any high-tech application now.

Yes, its a little bit jealous. Do not deny it because you will really be jealous, and this kind of moment where your loyalty and honesty will be tested. There is such a difference if you’re really with the person you love, that you can see and do everything you want everyday. You might fall in love with others. And eventually, everything will fall out of place.

In my life, there are just 2 out of 10 couples I’ve known that are happily married even they experienced a long distance relationship. I’d been in this kind of relationship for 10 months and it failed. I was traumatized that I can say that I will never enter into this kind of relationship, but as I grow older, I can say that long distance relationship is worth a try especially if the other person shows that he really loves me and prove to me that my true love is in a long distance relationship. 

“There is no limit how far love can travel.”

PLAN A or B

Many are already asking me what's my plan after I graduate. One thing is sure, go to review school again and take the CPA Board Examination. But after that, what will follow?

That's also the question I am asking to myself. To be honest, I am not already happy with my course. I already feel being exhausted, tired, and bored. But what pushed me to continue is reminding myself that it is the life I want before. I've been facing numbers and lot of analysis for the past years, and one day I woke up that I want a change in my life.

I did not take any art related courses because for myself I am not that talented when it comes to art stuffs. But one day I want to take up filmmaking, interior design, or journalism. Filmmaking because I love movies and watching television shows,  interior design because I want to design the inner (especially my future house) and put my client's character to their home, and journalism because writing is the only way that I can express my feelings.

Until now, I don't have definite plan because my initial plan if God's will I can pass the board examination is have a 2 years working experience and save money to take up masteral class. Well, my decision will depends on what will happen on the future.

Wedding Song

Side A's Version
Juris' Version

I know its too early to plan for a wedding thingy, but I don't care. I just want that moment to be perfect although right now I don't have a boyfriend. I'm not into hurry. Im still 20 years old and my desired age to get married is 28-30 years old. I still have 8-10 years to find Mr. Right. Haha

I just had a last song syndrome for already two weeks. Its because of a teaser of  an upcoming teleserye in ABS-CBN. That song is entitled "Forevermore" originally sang by the band Side A. I already heard them play live but I did not appreciate the song because that time I'm still a kid. I heard different versions of the song and I love Juris' rendition. She's so perfect when it comes to singing love songs. 

I want that song to play on my wedding. I dedicate it to my future husband. I love the lyrics. Every line is perfect. That's why I am posting this in my blog because I might forget it when the time comes. Maybe one day, I will open and read this again and will remind me of the song I plan to play on my wedding.

It Might Be You

Dear Future Boyfriend,

Every time the song "It Might Be You" plays, I can't help myself but think of you. I'm excited to sing this song to you (bear with my not so good voice because I have my own tune).  Every line of the song fits to what I feel right now. Again, I am telling you I'm not into a hurry to enter into a relationship because I still have struggles and I just want to be the best for you, I want you to be proud of me when the time comes that I have to meet your friends and family. I have to overcome my insecurities in life.

Wondering how they met and what makes it last. I admire those people who have been married and together for over years (especially those who celebrated golden wedding anniversary. They really hold to what they promised in front of God.

Something's telling me it might be you. Yes, how I pray you're the one for me and the same to you. I don't want to experience another heartbreak. I want to be over the scenario of moving on and letting go of the people I love.
It's you I've been waiting for all of my life. I'm praying for you. You've been part of my prayers every day. I will just let God's plan for our love life. I value Him, you, my family and my worth as a woman.
Maybe all we need is time. If I will quote Richard Gomez's line in the movie She's Dating The Gangster "If there's a force greater than love, it is time. Timing. Its such a bitch." Well, the line says it all. Everything is about God's timing. Hustle while waiting.

Sooner or later, we will meet. I don't know when, where, how, but I am excited. I can wait. I'm praying for you I hope you do the same thing too. Take care of yourself.


Love,
Tintin

Its Been Nine Years...

September 4, 2014

Nine years ago, I woke up that a bad news welcomed my day. Everyone is surrounding me in my bed and I can see their faces that they are worried. My mama called and said to me the bad news that at very moment, Papa is already in the morgue. I can't believe that Papa was already gone and we just spent eleven years together. I almost collapsed because I can't stop myself from crying that time. Papa died without me on his side. I was not given the opportunity to say the things I want to say to him. Since then, I always said to the people I love how much I love them and how thankful I am that they are part of my life.

Now, to the exact day that he passed away, I am here in Bohol together with my family and relatives. We are celebrating his death anniversary. We are over on that mourning stage, because its a celebration of his life to heaven and his legacy and principles that remains to me and others' heart. I miss him, badly. I envy those people that they have still have their father alive. How I wish I still have my father now, but its impossible. I cry every time I see my mama carry the burden of being a father to us, but I guess she's successful in doing the dual role. 

Pa, I know you can't be back anymore. You're already buried in Loon cemetery in what I feel and see in my dreams is your spirit. I miss you physically. I am selfish to ask you to live again because it's impossible. I miss you so badly. I want to hug and kiss you and share jokes with you. I love you Pa. I may be happy, but I am longing for you for almost nine years. See you!

The One That Got Away

Have you experienced to fall in love and it did not last that suddenly someone gave up without knowing the real reason about it? 

That scenario that I experienced years ago was one of the blurred (for me the darkest is death) moments of my life. I woke up one morning without receiving a message from him and he's not answering my call. A day became days until week became weeks. I'm still holding to that little hope that it's just a little misunderstanding that we can talk to, but I was wrong. 

One day, I opened my facebook account to check him but I was shocked knowing that he is now in a relationship with another girl. He did not even say sorry and gave the explanation I asked. I blamed myself and think that maybe there is something wrong with me. I don't know where to start and all I did was cry and locked myself to my room. 

I was able to move on after months passed and here we are now happy in our own respected lives. I became selfish to the times I asked him to go back to me and stay and let our relationship give a second chance, but I guess chance was not meant for us. I don't have a choice but to let him go to the girl where he is happy. Painful? Yes. But the sacrifice to let him go is all worth it.

397.83 Miles of Friendship

To be honest, I'm having a hard time putting up my thoughts about this person. Thanks to Jason Mraz's playlist because I was able to do it.To my demanding friend (Kidding! Haha), here's your request a year ago. 

I first met this person a year and half ago in a kids conference where I was invited by a friend I met in Aklan. First impression? Nah, I really thought he's on early twenty's (I'm just honest), but people keep laughing when I called him "kuya" knowing that he is younger than me. He's one of the long distance friends I have, but technology made possible to know him better. Distance is not a hindrance to have a true friend in your life. I may not give you the best description about this man, but I'll try my best to put my thoughts about him and tell you why you will not regret meeting him and be your friend.

We're not that close, we're not also casual. That's how I can describe the friendship I have with him. At first, I thought he's serious knowing that he's one of the leaders in the community but he showed to me the funny side he have and beware of him because he is so so so so (yea,that much) bully! Don't worry he knows his limitations, or I'm not that easily pissed off. He's responsible student, son, and leader and prioritize his members before himself. I always told him to borrow his body clock because he easily fall asleep and wake up very early which I can't do because insomnia attacks me. I envy his less 50 kgs weight (that's my dream weight). Sometimes I think he's already malnourished and how I wish I can transfer my body fats to him. A good listener (not physically listen because I always rant through text messages), and give you advices and reminders about life. He will make sure you're not sad and even gave you corny jokes (again, corny!) just to light up your mood. Sometimes, I think he's older than me because of his maturity, not because I'm immature but because of my kiddo attitude that sometimes show. 

I may not know him that much, because I just know him in just a year and half and we don't catch up regularly, but I assure you you're blessed if you were able to meet him. You will never get bored with this person unless he's silent which new for me when I witnessed it. And days ago, he gave me a scenario just to construct a dedication for him, but because I can't imagined it and do it, I will just type my letter/dedication for you (don't cry! Haha). 

Thank you for the respect you gave to me to the moments that I'm down. You're one of the people that showed me that being silent is the best way to answer issues. You never judged me (I never heard and I hope you didn't) despite of my decisions in life. Thank you for the prayers, supports, affirmations and you being positive in life. I'm happy that our friendship didn't went to awkward stage (Hahaha! and if it did, its not that long). Thank you for the treats! Hahaha! Thank you for everything! I'm praying that you were able to fulfill your dreams in life. I can't say anything but just thank you because I am thankful that I was able to met you and be friends and hoping and praying that our friendship will last longer. Ok? Enough drama! Hahaha! Till we meet again! 

PALAWAN ESCAPADE PART III

THIRD DAY (April 3): UNDERGROUND RIVER & UGONG ROCK ADVENTURE

We woke up very early because we have to travel 1-2 hours to go to Sabang Port. For the past three days, we were just commuting in Palawan to save money. If you're in a budget, try to ride Lexus vans located at the terminal. As far as I can remember they charged less than Php 200 for a one way fare, but make sure you booked a day ahead because most of the time it is full.

We arrived at Sabang Port around 10 in the morning, and there are registrations and have to wait for our turn to ride the boat. Sorry, I can't remember the price of the boat and the environmental fee. It took us 15-20 minutes travel from the port to the island where the Underground River is located. There are also monkeys and other animals there. The staffs are very strict in protecting the area and animals.

Its our turn to go inside and everyone was excited that time. We never get bored because we have the noisiest tour guide, and nah I forgot his name. He showed and explained to us everything about the cave and there are division like the cathedral, fruits, and vegetables. I was just in awe during the whole tour and wondering how these rocks formations were made. I can say that Philippines is indeed blessed to have this majestic creature. No wonder why many foreigners love to see Underground River.

After the tour, we went back to the port and have our buffet lunch there. After budgeting (yes again), we decided to try the Ugong Rock Adventure. Its still located at Sabang area but we have to ride a tricycle, but before that we booked already at Lexus Van to pick us in the highway because there is no signal there both networks. 

Ugong Rock Adventure is climbing (through walking, ropes, and improvised stairs) a cave up to its peak and from there you have two options to go down, first is to go back to the way you used going up which is really hassle and second is to take the zipline which I recommend. The superman zipline is what we chose and we landed at Station 2. They offered free ride going to the registration area and Station 1. We waited there until Lexus Van passed. We arrived at the city around 5:30 at the afternoon.

So if you're gonna ask how much we spend on our 3 day tour, its just around 3800 each person. I suggest if you're gonna take a tour, the more, the lesser the expenses. Its just an on the spot plan thats why we did not regret and what's important are the experiences we had during the tour.




Photos for this tour is to be follow.

PALAWAN ESCAPADE PART II

SECOND DAY (April 2): HONDA BAY

Since we were not able to go to El Nido because of the 5 hours drive and limited money, we decided to experience the island hoping (Honda Bay) near the city. We visited the three islands, Luli, Virgin, and Cowrie.

LULI

Luli is the short term for Lulubog and Lilitaw (I am sure with this because I searched for it before we went to Palawan). Kuya tour guide told us that during high tide, the island can't be seen and the house/ resort structure there was designed to be above the water. We are the first tourists here, but after 10-15 minutes, many followed. 

VIRGIN

The white(very,very) sands welcomed us. For me, its the best island to dive as I compared to the other two islands. I find Nemo here (although my first to saw Nemo was in Bohol) and I love the other kinds of fishes there. I enjoyed swimming here and talking to fellow YFCs met at the middle of the sea.

COWRIE

Nothing to do here, but you can find inspiring people who are willing to share their stories. We had our buffet lunch in this island. After we had our plan to have a henna tattoo, but I opted to have a massage. I am talkative that's why I keep asking them about life and their work in their island. I pity them because sometimes they don't have a customer but despite of it, they remain positive in their life. 

PALAWAN ESCAPADE PART I

Its a late post. I went to Palawan last April and grabbed the chance to tour the place for my free three days together with Kuya Joms and Kuya Beam. We arrived on March 31, and since the activity proper of the conference will be on April 4, we decided to be the Palawan buddies. 

CITY TOUR (April 1)

On our first day, we assured that we are able to get a permit on the Underground River. Since, thousand of people were expected to visit Palawan that week, we secured a permit 2 days before our planned trip. After, we looked for our transportation on the city tour. Since a tricycle named "Kuya Charlie" offered us a ride for Php 450. We grabbed it since most of the blogs I read said that a city tour costs Php 600 and since its not as polluted as Manila, we can smell fresh air as on our way to our destinations.  The city tour included the Kuyba Almoneca,  Baker's Hill, Mitra's Ranch, Butterfly Garden. Crocodile Farm, and Baywalk. 

Kuyba Almoneca

This place is still on the process of development. We're just the people visiting the place that time. Inside the cave are saints, and there are the image of God in the formation of rocks which I was amazed. There is also a church inside the area and I think they are offering a hotel stay. I saw the bones of wildpig recovered in the place and now, they are developing a cave which there is a swimming pool. You can see on the place that the owners and staffs are religious and I love their wood furniture. 

Baker's Hill

It's like Sagbayan Peak of Bohol. You can have picnic here (I am not sure if you can bring your own food here and I think the food they offer are expensive).  There are playgrounds for kids which we tried and birds. We have a good time talking to the parrot. Hahaha. 

Mitra's Ranch

It;s like People's Park of Tagaytay. You can see the view of Palawan from the top. The smell of fresh air, the beautiful view of the sea, and green environment. Everything is just perfect on that moment. There's a zipline there, but we did not tried because I think its too low (Sorry, because I am afraid of heights but I love adventurous activities).

Butterfly Garden

We were supposed to escape this because all we can see are butterflies, but then we decided to go since its part of the city tour. There is an entrance fee of Php 50, but I assure you that it's worth it. You can also see different kind of animals and insects. What we enjoyed the most (favorite part of city tour) is our encounter with the Tribu Palaw-an. They showed us their way of living and skills in hunting animals to survive. They are so hospitable and they allowed us to carry their snake, which I did not do (Nah, I have a phobia with that)

Crocodile Farm

It was our last destination and all you can see are crocodiles (small and big). I was a little bit afraid walking on the bridge where the crocodiles are down tha's why I was not able to take pictures because of the fear that my ipad will fell. We were supposed to try the crocodile sisig but decided to buy in the city.

The Reason of My Hiatus

It's been a while since I published my last post in this blog. Yes, I write a lot but I just keep in the draft. Nah, if you're gonna ask why, because I was shy to publish it and let the people know on what I really feel. Since my last published posts, I became frustrated and disappointed with myself. Yes, I didn't graduate on time (until now, I'm finishing my undergraduate degree, praying that this October I can make it) and there is the fear of taking the board examination next year. What if I fail again? I don't think I can't take the feeling of disappointing my love ones especially my mother who's expecting a lot from (even when she doesn't tell me, I can sense it through on how she acts toward me). I can really feel the pressure of pursuing their dreams a year ago.

Since then, updating my blog was never my priority. But then, I'm here, typing and updating you. I can't promise you to be fully active, but I'll try my best to keep this posted and updated. Bear with me guys, I am still on my way reaching my dreams.