Sunday, July 30, 2006
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Who will be my Darth Vader?
Saturday, July 29, 2006
:)
Spent almost three hours caught in C5 traffic last night. We left around 5:50 and arrived home 8:30! Imagine how stressful (and expensive!) it would've been taking a cab from Makati to our apartment in QC. License, I need you. NOW. Good thing Fonsi, a friend I've made after shooting the JG Summit TVC, offered to let me and Ate Pam hitch going to Makati and back since he was attending the same VTR. :)
Oh, and I saw Patty at that VTR! ;)
Ang kulit ni Fonsi!!! Haha. Halos tatlong oras ka ba namang ma-stuck sa traffic e! At kahit inaantok si Ate Pam, hindi siya makatulog sa pakikinig sa kulitan namin. Wala parin palang generation gap sa mga 24 years old at mga 18 years old! XD Kumusta naman? Akala ko ako na ang pinaka-cornyng tao sa buong mundo... BUT NO. May nagpasuko sa akin! Rawr. At may natutunan din akong magic tricks na hindi ko naman magawa kahit ipraktis ko.
To think when we both arrived early for the JG Summit shoot a month ago, we didn't interact that much! :))
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Hindi naabutang magplay ang UdD kagabi sa concert. Ald was too sleepy so we had to go home. Siyempre, Ate duties first. Tsk. Hindi ko tuloy napanood si Classmate magperform!
Hah, panalo talaga ang Burnout! A Sugarfree performance will never be complete without that song. Hindi talaga ako magsasawa sa kantang yun! :)
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My mom and dad are so cute. They had a disagreement yesterday before my dad left to visit us here in QC. And so while on the way, my dad kept texting my mom but she didn't really want to text back.
This morning, they had an exchange of just smileys thru their Sony-Ericsson phones:
Pa: *sends two smileys--one holding a bouquet of flowers, one bursting with kisses and hearts*
Ma: *sends an angry smiley*
Pa: *sends a smiley scratching the back of its head*
That was just so... high school! I wonder if they're good now.
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Yesterday, I realized I needed to learn so much about the girl world--like when a friend asks you where the CR is, she might be meaning to ask you to accompany her or whatsoever. Haha. Siyempre si Fonsi nagsabi sakin nun. Ako naman, "Ah talaga?"
Oops.
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Happy Birthday, AJ Chac! :)
Thursday, July 27, 2006
Who needs a lifestyle change?
"Chesca, sinong gumawa ng makeup mo? Ang ganda!", said Ate Jenny from TheAgencie while I was making tambay.
Ever since Ate Keng started working, I've been doing my own makeup. After rosier left cheek, bad eyeshadow blending, overly rouged lips, and way-too-glittery makeup experiences, which all got me late for casting calls, I can finally manage. (And I'll be glad to do Joy's makeup again for the next debut! *ehemCLAUDSehem*)
My girly streak is kicking in again. I'm feeling the need to update my wardrobe, buy my own makeup case, buy real shoes and save my flipflop collection for Scuba classes and out-of-town trips, fix my hair once in a while, and whoooo... simply live la vida girly.
You might wonder why the hell I'm saying this when a lot of people think I'm actually girly already, but I'm actually one of those girls who don't have the word poise in their vocabulary. I slouch, I overeat 'til I feel sick (hell guilty!), I'm too loud when I'm with my siblings and friends, I don't sit with crossed legs... I can't even walk in high heels anymore.
I need a lifestyle change.
OR NOT.
Why be only the other when you can be both?
High heels are definitely not UP-friendly so I guess I should just practice walking in them at home. A wardrobe update would definitely help but I'll still be needing my loose shirts for tough girl tasks or for days I just couldn't do without siopao sauce. (And so I could never again spill siopao sauce on my favorite white polka dot top!) All those girly shoes would never feel as comfy as my orange Crocs!
You can change for the better without having to change who you really are.
So I'd like to be more girly, but the cowgirl spirit will still live on. Yee-haw!
Saturday, July 22, 2006
Life lessons from TV.
Yesterday's guesting was fun. I was touched by how some people actually went to school or work late just to catch me on Breakfast. Thanks so much, you guys :) I also was amazed at the effort my dad went through just to be able to tape it and how my mom went on a text brigade to let almost everyone know.
I saw Sitti in the flesh! And Atom too! Whooo boy, nosebleed! :o
It was really fun working with the Summit people. It was a simple stylist showdown and Rene Salud was the judge. Team A (Jasmine and Cherry) made Monique like Heather Graham in Austin Powers while my team, Team B (Shar and Rose), turned me into Jackie O. Team A won but it was okay. We all had fun anyway! (I didn't get to ramp on TV since my fab shoes weren't so fab for walking after all. *sigh*) After that, we went straight to Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf for breakfast and made a little chika. I had to leave early though and rush to UP to attend Psych 110.
Another page that deserves a bookmark in my book of life :)
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I was so glad I got to bond with my co-finalist Monique again. Man, she's really someone to look up to. I remember how we first met at the go-see. She was actually the first one I met, and she was really friendly. But there wasn't much chat until yesterday when I discovered how wonderful a person she really is.
She sings and has frequent gigs in Paranaque, even Alabang. And she lives in Timog. How does she get there? She takes the bus. She's also lived alone with her yaya for the past two years.
It's very seldom that you meet someone in the biz who's genuinely nice and humble.
I wish I could still have the chance to get to know the other Seventeen girls better! :)
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The commercial's out! I thought it was a single URC commercial but when I saw it, it was part of the whole JG Summit Holdings, Inc. ad where Sun Cellular, Cebu Pacific, Robinsonland, etc. were also part of the line-up. Which only means BAWAL PUMIKIT if you want to see me hahaha! :P
Hope I can also tape it hehe!
I remember the day we shot that commercial--and the stuff I had to go thru before that shoot. I initially VTR-ed for the telecom (which was Sun Cell) but I was asked to attend the fitting/final casting for "Fun Snacks" (which we didn't know would turn out to be the whole URC lot). Turns out they were actually choosing between me and another girl... Now I know why we were asked to switch places in the car seats. I thought I was a goner and I was still in denial when they gave me the go signal for the shoot the next day. Suddenly the 3:00 AM call-time didn't seem like a big deal.
All for the love of the job, my dear!
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Watched High School Musical this morning and Cars in the afternoon. Disney movies are really inspiring!
HSM reminded me of how I loved being on-stage, how I loved performing. But more importantly, it reminded me to never be afraid to be myself. Don't just "stick to what you know". It's very important to grow as a person and the only way you can really grow is to try everything good you want to try. Never let anyone typecast you when you alone can really know yourself. Never let anyone hold you back from being what you really are.
Cars is a favorite since it teaches my favorite life lesson: It's not about reaching the finish line, it's about how you played in the race. There's more to life than just winning. It's about how you kept your relationships with different people, how you've aspired to inspire and touch others' lives, how you handled everything--blessings, problems--that came your way...
As much as we all want those Piston Cups, we shouldn't be too hard on ourselves. Delight in each opportunity to give others a push towards their own dreams.
And if you don't get that Piston Cup, cheer up. It's just an empty can. ;)
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Experience is the best teacher. Real learning comes from it. You will forget the things you read in your textbooks and handouts but you will never forget those events that have made you wiser and stronger. Don't be afraid to make mistakes and get hurt. Learn from other people. Discover another person inside of you who's waiting to come out.
Everything's going to be fine, little girl :)
Take things slow and easy. Don't worry too much. Keep that smile.
Life's not so bad after all! ;)
Thursday, July 20, 2006
A different kind of Breakfast awaits!
I'll be representing Seventeen as a Favorite Model finalist. Whoooo kumusta naman ang early call-time? Well, it isn't as early as the one we had during the commercial shoot but still...
I don't think I'll do much but I'll be modeling for a fashion feature. Nyahaha. And I'm currently worried that aside from being a bit bloated for the past few days, the camera will even add 10 pounds more. So kamusta naman talaga.
I don't really know if it'll be shown live or if it'll just be taped but it'll be shown 6:00-7:30a on Studio 23.
Jitters, jitters, and more jitters.
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Personal growth.
Don't you just love looking at childhood or high school pictures to feel great about how much you've grown? :)
This was the introductory AVP for my grand entrance during my debut last May. I was only able to see it now and I just can't stop laughing!
(My kikayness plus kengkoyness as a kid--watch out for that kulit pose with my kid playmates, my humongous eyebrows during my early teens, my pimply high school girl pictures, and a few of those "saving" recent pictures are included in the AVP.)
And so I say 'Thank You' to all of you who've helped me grow into the person that I am now :)
*** I feel bad about not being able to find those old elementary pics. Han just had to be in that AVP. Well, I guess when she comes to visit we can make new ones. I miss you, Cheekmunk! :(
Sunday, July 16, 2006
Python licks and more.
So what would make a spur of the moment trip to the zoo unexpectedly exciting? It would definitely be three python licks on your hand in the middle of a verrry quick photoshoot. That really was a close call. Everyone who was watching were actually shouting, "Ay!"
I must've looked stupid laughing even under tension. Gahhhd.
Will post pictures with that python in my Multiply when my mom uploads her pictures to their laptop :P
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Boo. I didn't get anything from the Zara Sale earlier. They barely had S items. Rawr.
But I still would love to go shopping again.
MUST. RAKET. AGAIN.
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It's going to be a really busy week again. I have to study for my Psych Stat exam tomorrow. On Tuesday, I'll be watching the X-Men rescreening in UP with Ein and whoever will be joining us after my Stat exam. Wednesday's going to be Scuba day again plus the AcadTalk that got postponed last week. I'll also have to work on my 10-page "short story" for Malikhaing Pagsusulat 10. On Thursday, I'll be off to Eastwood with the RockEd people for the orientation. And on Friday... Whooo, Friday! Surprise, surprise! :P
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Boo. I missed Alpha's 18th celebration last night. Came from Shaw and it was really traffic in the Cubao part of EDSA. I had only had the time to drop off my gift, greet Alph and everyone else (including the ASCF kids who made me so happy on my birthday!), and say goodbye.
Anyway, happy 18th, Bru! ;)
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It was Kiss Day yesterday since we went to my grand-aunt and -uncle's golden wedding anniversary. And since most of the guests were family, everyone was hugging, and making mano and beso. The same thing happened when I went to Alph's party. All the kids (well, all of the girls at least) showered me with hugs and pecks on the cheek!
Well, that ought to make up for my lonely hug-less and kiss-less days here in the apartment! ;)
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I need to exercise. I'm gaining weight, fast! @_@
Friday, July 14, 2006
Savor each moment.
It'll be gone before you know it.
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
Happiness is SCYU-VAH!
I made the right choice to drag my ass to Dive Republic this morning even if the weather wasn't that good. I was initially too lazy to go to class believing it wouldn't be safe for a dive... until the rain stopped. And so I was forced to go to class with the help of Joy's "STC" text. :P
Today, Joy, Mia, Clauds, Mico, and I had our first real taste of the Scuba experience--we were now breathing through tanks! Everything's so much better with air tanks and BCs (buoyancy compensators, which I badly need)!
The air in the tank was so... addicting. Woohoo, so we were basically in a 12-foot deep hot box! :P
We also learned skills like wiping and mask clearing. I was able to do it my first time but I couldn't the next few times. Eventually, I did get it. They even made a joke about me having big, powerful nostrils--na pag exhale ko raw with my nose, lumalabas agad yung tubig kahit hindi pa tinitilt open yung mask! :P Sir Dick was asking me to stay to demo for the next class but I have to go to Makati in a short while.
SCUBA IS HAPPINESS! It instantly brightened up my week! At least I'll be doing less of those floating exercises I always fail, hah!
I just love SCYUVAH! :D
Anilao, we just can't wait!
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
I feel... I can't feel.
I feel so much better today after yesterday's dilemma... and after hearing what Ate Faith has to say (quoting Sir Eric!), reading Clauds' message, and after finally being able to talk to one of the people involved. Well, that person I'm talking about didn't really know my dilemma, but just talking to him/her assured I didn't have anything to worry about.
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What is it about "satellites"? @_@
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I feel so empty right now. Last week was a very fun week, and now it's all... boring. I feel like nothing special's going to happen anytime soon.
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I feel great about taking care of my feverish brother Ald last night. I made him fall asleep by stroking his face with a makeup brush. (Yeah, he actually agreed!)
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I feel like I'm drifting away from everyone... and I mean everyone. I don't even know why. Someone bring me back my happiness.
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I feel like I need something to cheer me up. A simple hug will do. :(
Sunday, July 09, 2006
Our own McDonald's trivia.
While I already found out last year that my maternal grandmother was the first lady lawyer in Manaoag, Pangasinan...
I just found out this afternoon that it was my Uncle Junior (my dad's brother) who was the first ever McDonald's manager in the Philippines. It all started when there was a McDo trivia game for my niece Kiana's party and one of the questions asked was "Where was the first McDonald's branch in the Philippines?" The answer was Morayta, and my Tito Boy explained that Uncle Junior was the first manager of that branch. He was also the first to be sent to the Hamburger University.
Now that's something you don't hear about your family everyday!
Sunday, July 02, 2006
Volunteerism as nationalism and some OPM.
Watching RockEd's first anniversary concert after an exhausting round of sign-ups at the NGO Fair was definitely rewarding. I learned to appreciate OPM a lot more (since I've seen, err heard, too much of those mainstream bands). I definitely loved Cherry Cornflakes, Ang Bandang Shirley, Agaw Agimat, and of course, the phenomenal Sheila and the Insects. Man, SATI was the best band I've ever heard play live!
And although I'm not a fan of baller IDs, my white RockEd band that says "No more excuses, Philippines" will always put the period in my idea of a fashion statement.
I hope I do get into that storytelling project I signed up for! :)
Oh, and to Marielle, Meg, Clauds, Karen, and Joy, I had fun last night with you guys! 'Til the next RockEd concert-slash-NGO Fair! ;)
