Newly Hired!

It’s been a week since I started going to work. I’m hired as a design engineer in TSPI (Tsukiden) at Philippine Stock Exchange Center in Ortigas, but for now we’re still undergoing some training that will last for 6 months. Hopefully, after that I’ll be a regular employee of the company.

This new stage of my life is really thrilling. I still don’t know what awaits for me in this new job, but I’ve been hearing some rumors that it will be difficult, so I’m bracing myself that much. I’m just happy with the fact that I never had the hard time in looking for a job. I really thought that my condition would hinder me to get a job. The competition nowadays is really intense. But then, after all, my hardships in school paid off. To graduate with flying colors had been my ticket to reach this point, so I’m very fulfilled with what I’ve done in school.

By the way, I haven’t graduated yet. But at least I’m assured now with my career. I’m also happy for my classmates. Almost all of us have a job already, and I’m glad that we have our own careers. I just hope that each one of us is taking the right path and that we’ll succeed someday in this course.

Cheers to us! Cheers to our future!

This February, I went to…

I’ve been very busy last month. Ending of class is getting nearer so lots of things are being done at school. Lots of different companies conducting job interviews here and there, though still I’m left hopeless. But on the brighter side, we’ve done other enjoyable activities too, which added more treasured moments for my college life.

Every Nation’s Building, Taguig
- We, with some of my classmates, went here to attend an IT Summit prepared by SMART. The event was a spectacle, the speakers were very inspiring, enough to say that we had a lot of fun. There’s a catering service, fun games, and an instant job interview for SMART. Luckily, I passed the initial interview. It was also an opportunity to meet Ms. Roselle Ambubuyog (the intelligent bright little girl-then whom I’ve seen in T.V. many years ago when I was still young) and Mr. Eric Villarama (the husband of the actress Donita Rose).

Market Market, Taguig
- Just besides Every Nation’s Building. We never had the chance to go around the mall coz we’re too tired from walking. We just took some pictures when we were there (for memories’ sake). But truly speaking, it didn’t meet my expectations. I thought it would be something like S.M., turned out it’s more similar with Robinson’s Galleria. Not bad at all. J

SMART Tower, Ayala
- I went here for my second interview for SMART. Too bad I was so early for my schedule, so I waited outside in the Ayala Avenue while the rain continuously dropped during those moments (don’t worry, nakasilong naman ako hehe). My scheduled floor is at 33rd Floor. When I’m already on the room, I saw the overview of the city, and whoa… yeah, it’s a pretty good view up there. Anyway, the interview went… uhm okay. I guess so.

Zirkoh, Timog
- It was one of my memorable evenings. It was my first time in a comedy bar. We had a free pass courtesy of my friend, Cherrie. Actually, I was still hesitated to come along with them, but then I’m glad I’ve changed decisions. And how’s my experience? All good! (Luckily we ware way too far from the stage). But I must tell you that I’m a little shocked. I never thought that it was like that. We saw Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, and Philip Lazaro in person. We had a lot of fun that night though.

Star Theatre, Star City
- We watched a ballet show in this theatre. It was a stunning show, very classy, superb moves! I really enjoyed the show so much. It’s really fantastic!

Star City, Pasay
- Well, it’s not my first time, but I had a lot of first time when we went here. It was my first time to ride the Magic/Flying Carpet (See, I lost my memory. I forgot the name of the ride). But I must say it is much better than the Vikings. There are also new rides in Star City and it was my first time to try those new rides. The Surf dance is an h-e-double-hockey-stick ride. I thought it was the end of my life (good thing I survived it). If ever I’ll go there again, I’ll think twice if I’ll try it again. But the Star Flyer (the roller coaster with a twist) is actually the best! I’m so nervous when I was still on the line. But after the ride, I actually enjoyed it! It was not scary at all; I never even closed my eyes. It’s the best ride ever!

Off to Tagaytay

Last saturday, me and my family, with other relatives, went to Alfonso, Cavite to attend a Garden wedding of my cousin (ate Oying). It was my first time to go to Tagaytay, and also my first time to attend such a wedding, and it made me pretty excited about it. I didn’t attend my class in school for that day just to attend this special event. We left at Parañaque at 12:45pm. Along the way, we saw really great views. The road is getting steeper and the air is getting freezing cold as we headed to the venue. We saw an overview of the lowlands and we even saw the breath-taking view of the mountains.

We arrived at Sonya’s Garden (the venue of the wedding and reception) at past 3pm. We fixed ourselves and took our seats at the closed garden venue. The wedding started at 5pm and my cousin, Ate Oying, looked stunning at her wedding gown. The wedding ceremony went on, and there was a part where the bride sang a song entitled “Father we commit” and it made the event more romantic. My ate Oying really sang well, her beautiful voice gave me goosebumps, and we’re so proud of her! I was teary-eyed when the couple read their vows. sigh.

After the wedding and the photo op at the altar, we headed to the reception area. It was a formal dinner, and the foods were so good. We even had another photo op with the newly weds, and I saw that Ate Oying looked very happy upon seeing us. She really wants the whole family to be there.

Then after that, me and my cousins went outside to take some shots of the beautiful surrounding. Picture taking here and there, and did have a lot of fun. We went home at almost 10 pm and arrived in Parañaque at 11:30pm. It was a joyful event, another treasured moments.

My Christmas 2007

This year’s celebration of Christmas day was very simple. It was actually the simplest of all. I was worried before that day because I really thought that we wont have any food on the eve. But we made it! It was not that festive, but it was still okay. We ate spaghetti (courtesy of ate chacha), pancit canton, tasty bread with margarine and hotdogs, and a glass of fruit juice. But one thing that I’m sad about is that the family was not complete during the Noche Buena. My little brother (emman) was not there. He is a total brat!

That morning, I woke up very early to listen to Morning Rush. It was a very ordinary day. One of the downside of getting older is that you won’t be able to ask for your pamasko to your godparents. That’s a little shameful hehe. But still, I received a total of 300 pesos from my four aunties. I also received a cool polo shirt from ate Mae! I really like it because I’ve been planning to buy a shirt like that, and fortunately I received it as a gift.

I’m also thankful for the people who greeted me during the holiday. It’s really nice that they spend a little time to greet me hehe. Thanks to (sorted by the time they greeted me): Ella, Marga, Camille, Austin, Rafol, Leah, Karen, Ate Remy, Jepp, Bianca, Aysa, Jojie, Ghen, Cherry, Maezel, Arnold, Gener, Remar, Archieval, and Aira. Thanks guys!

BSCS 4-4 Christmas Party 2007

It was December 17, 2007. Our class, BSCS 4-4, decided to conduct a Christmas party in one of our classmate’s house (and it was at Jayson’s house). We never had a Christmas party since we became classmates in college, but since we’re already graduating this May (hopefully), we all decided to make this Christmas very special. Our call time is 9am, but I expected that most of them would be late so I decided to be late as well (just for a change, I’ve been always the one who’s waiting). It was also Monday, and I still have to watch Amazing Race that morning, so I decided to be there at 11am (so I informed them before hand that I’ll be that late). Unfortunately, there was no Amazing Race that day (I don’t know why), so I left the house earlier. I went at Baclaran Church and utter some prayer to give us guidance for the day’s activity.

We arrived at Jayson’s house at exactly 12 noon. Sadly, we were very few that time, and we heard some of our classmates wouldn’t be there. But we still enjoyed the party. We played some games and ate lots of food. We also exchanged gifts and I’m very satisfied with what I’ve received (Thanks angelie!).

The most memorable part of our Christmas party was the round-the-fire event. It was exactly 9 pm when we started to gather around a huge bonfire on the church ground. It was memorable because that night we thanked each other for all the special reasons we know. Some were teary-eyed and some were very emotional. There were lots of revelations, lots of funny remarks, and lots of heartfelt messages. It was really special, though it would have been a lot better if the whole class were there.

2007 birth anniversary!! — 10/13/07

it was a simple day for me.. but it was memorable, and i’ll treasure this first time experience forever.

Finally, i got my biggest dream! I finally met Chico and Delamar in person! Yes, face-to-face! it’s the biggest gift i’ve received for my birthday (actually, wala naman akong nareceive na gift, so it’s the only gift..)

I’m really a big fan of these two DJs, of this tandem. They are simply the best in the whole wide world — no, i mean in the whole universe! Meeting them is such a memorable moment to me. I even had a picture taking with them. They were so nice, Delle is very perky, Chico is a little quiet, still they are really nice..

I also met some of the regular rushers there, and they welcomed me warmly. They are also nice and bubbly, lalo na si Cherry (ge, i won’t call her ate, or use po hehe).. they are nice too.

 

it was indeed a memorable birthday.. i won’t forget that moment.

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now, let me say my heartful thanks to those people who greeted me on my birthday.. THANKS guys!! thanks for remembering that date.
(base sa pagkakasunod ng text nila :P, excluding my family)

1. Adeng (advance yan)
2. Ate Remy (nagdefrost ng ref hehe)
3. Bianca
4. Aysa (lapit na ring tumanda :D)
5. Cherrie (thanking my patience)
6. Camille (madaling araw bumati)
7. Enrico (matipid yung bati, may galit? :P)
8. Leah (who bear w/ me, wala ng tuesday!)
9. Ms. Christine
10. Dennis (naliligaw yata, san daw kame? ahehe)
11. Julie (hindi nkasam sa RX)
12. Francis
13. Erika (mukhang hindi pa sure kung bday ko :D)
14. Jennelyn
15. yung kumanta ng happy bday (jhen, kaw din ba yon?!)
16. Jayson
17. Mabel (late na, at least hindi nakalimot :D)
18. aisha
19. ky2tes
20. frances

-> ang konti lang pala.. haay.. anyway.. dadami din yan someday (sana).
Thanks ulit mga peeps!!! Thanks!!

kawawa si muning

when i got home yesterday, i noticed that our cat was a bit different, like there’s something wrong with her. And I instantly knew it.Kakapanganak lang ni Muning (that’s how we call her, can’t think of any fancy name yet) few weeks ago. At meron syang 4 little cute kittens. And in my mind, alam ko na ang kahihinatnan ng mga kuting na ito. tsktsk

Whenever Muning has new kittens, my mom would ask my cousin, aldrin, to get the kittens and bring it far away outside. I really disagree with it, but there’s nothing I can do with it.

And it’s always heart-breaking whenever i see Muning roaming all around the house, looking for her babies.. crying “miyaw” all the time.. Would you imagine how a mother would feel if their babies are lost in their sight? It’s painful, i would say.

And now, again, it happened. Muning lost a bunch of kittens again. *sob*

 

xmas vacation in august?! (and other side topics)

it’s almost a week that there is no classes.. No, no. It’s not yet the xmas vacation or the semestral break.. it’s all because of the typhoon..Last month, the weather was weird. It’s the month of July, yet no typhoon is passing the country.. We even reached the point where water shortage was about to happen.. Everyone was praying for the rain to pour down.. to aid our thirsty land.

And finally, thank God (and also those people who did the naked rain dance :P) that the typhoon is back. It might sound really weird.. yeah i know.. But we really need it.. just hope these typhoon won’t bring any disastrous event, just enough water, that’s all we need.

and because of these never-ending rain, classes were suspended, almost everyday. It’s pretty good because right now i’m very busy accomplishing all the deadlines in school.. i really need an ample time for this.. (ample time - my groupmates can’t forget these words hehe). But our schedules are now ruined.. and i’m confused with that right now.. tsktsk.

I actually dread this semester.. it’s very loaded.. projects are jam packed.. schedules are disasters.. ugh.. I would really celebrate if i’ll surpass this one. the only thing that i always look forward to during this sem is our class in Operation Research.. Even if the room is not comfortable, i still enjoy it.. really love it.