Study Spanish in Switzerland?!
Saturday, October 03, 2009 @ 6:01 PM
mood: 
cheerful
listening to: Ride Of Your Life - John Gregory
Mom and Tita Risma called me from London. It's Tita Risma's last day there. I think it's a 4-day vacation. I would love to have that kind of life. To travel around places, visit family and friends from all over the world. Tita's lucky. She lives in Switzerland and whenever she feels like it, she could travel around Europe with Tito Peter and their dog, Tino. I miss them.
Speaking of Tino, a few days ago as I was looking through photos from my vacation in Switzerland and London, I found a really cute picture of him. I edited it and posted it on my plurk.
He's adorable.
Anyway, I miss Switzerland and London... terribly. I mean, whenever it's cool here [or cold] and I smell coffee, I'd think of the airports. Whenever I hear Beethoven, I think of Europe. When I see pastries, I'd think of Tito's baking. I want to go there again. I want to travel to Spain, France, Rome, Italy! I want to eat different kinds of food, visit picturesque places, buy souvenirs, go to orchestras, see different kinds of plants and flowers, inhale that fresh air! *pants*
There's a lot I'd do when I travel.
Going back to the phone call... After asking if I'm fine here, how's Lola doing, what color of boots do I like, et cetera, Tita Risma asked me if I'd like to study Spanish in Switzerland. I gaped. She said it would be great and that my cousin Kuya Rey could visit coz he's near the country. I was speechless. I mean, the plan was I'd study Spanish at Instituto Cervates de Manila right after I graduate!
After Tita Risma, Mom tried to convince me. I told her it'd be cheaper if I study in this country. Then she said, "You won't have any say in the matter if I command you to go," and laughed.
I can't believe this! If I have my way, I'd go there right now!
Alright, gotta weigh pros and cons about this. Since it's only gonna be for vacation, it means I won't have to like live there for more than 2 months. Also, I've been dreaming of going around Europe after I graduate. (Well, if not Europe then it'd be Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong.) Another note, I'll get to hang-out with my cousin whom I haven't seen in a decade! I miss him! He'll struggle speaking in Tagalog, have an accent when speaking in English, and I'd struggle picking words that he could understand in English! It'd be great!
I could also ask him to play the drums... and perhaps teach me some notes. Then I'd have my catharsis. Just kidding.
I guess there are only a few things that Imight worry about. I mean, if I get like a job offer after I graduate, it'd be like a loss if I don't take it. But then again... there will be other offers [hopefully] in the future.
Aside from that, years ago I planned that if ever I'd travel to those places mentioned earlier, I'd have a good DSLR, laptop, and a camcorder.
DSLR - because I love photography
Laptop - so that when I get bored of reading and tire of looking at nature, I could go OL or perhaps edit pretty pics
Camcorder - to record my experience, post vids on youtube, burn them to DVDs so that my family will get to watch me and how my vacation went, etc
All those things are seriously far from my grasp at the moment. I have no savings and even if I start now, I won't have enough. I'd rather not ask Mom for those. I remember she offered to buy me a laptop 2 years ago. I declined. I told her Peter, my 9-yr-old pc, is still working well. (It gets some problems once in a while, but it's ok. I still have enough patience for it, really.) She said it's a necessity and that Peter needs to be replaced. "Replaced", sure, but I won't sell it or give it away. He's too precious to me. For less than a decade, he's helped me cope with my loneliness and witnessed my growth. But I was stubborn so... I declined. I have a good feeling she'll buy it for me as like a graduation gift.
Unfortunately, the time when I desperately need a portable computer is now so that I won't have to go home just to edit stuff or get a document that I forgot. Other than that, I really need a bigger HD. Peter's is only 20GB. That means I get to use like 19GB or so. Yeah, it's unbelievable. I can't just find an internal HD that could match him right away coz he's an old model. Max, my Maxtor 160GB EHD got corrupted recently. I freakin' lost 18GB of back-up files. I was so disappointed. Once upon a day, I plugged it to Peter and found no files in it. I almost went hysterical. Now I'm trying to choose which recover files program thing to download and try to rationalize whether or not I'd trust Max again.
Another reason: Mom and I began planning our future house and lot years ago. The lot's ours now. The house will be done in about 8 months or so. She'll be paying for it for a good amount of time. This trip could sabotage the budget. *sigh* But then again, she won't offer if she knows she can't handle it. Hmmm... Hmmm...
Now that I think about it, this might be a trick to lure me into living in Europe. Everyone kept telling me how great it would be if I live and work there. Yeah, it would be cool but... I don't know if I'm ready for that big a step. I always think of Europe as "great-for-vacation-only" for me. It's like... I couldn't stay for a long time there. I wouldn't like that and... I have to let go of my lifestyle. Concerning my friends, well, there would be the phone and the internet but... aside from those being part of the bills I'll have to handle, it's not as good as actually talking to them face to face.
I know I'm being pessimistic. I really just don't want to get my hopes up. I don't like those times when I'm so happy and then later on, something will go wrong. I shouldn't get my hopes up. I shouldn't.
Ok, enough of my *cough*issues*cough*. I'm getting waaay ahead of myself again.
Even if it's like a trick, I think it's a good idea. The fact that it will only be for vacation means in my passport, it will be stated as that. They cannot make me stay. It will be up to me to decide whether or not I'd consider working and living there.
Well how about that? Trip to Singapore cancelled. I wonder how this will go.
Suddenly there's another thing for me to look forward to... just when I'm feeling really down lately. Thank you, dear God.
I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
cheerfullistening to: Ride Of Your Life - John Gregory
Mom and Tita Risma called me from London. It's Tita Risma's last day there. I think it's a 4-day vacation. I would love to have that kind of life. To travel around places, visit family and friends from all over the world. Tita's lucky. She lives in Switzerland and whenever she feels like it, she could travel around Europe with Tito Peter and their dog, Tino. I miss them.
Speaking of Tino, a few days ago as I was looking through photos from my vacation in Switzerland and London, I found a really cute picture of him. I edited it and posted it on my plurk.
He's adorable.
Anyway, I miss Switzerland and London... terribly. I mean, whenever it's cool here [or cold] and I smell coffee, I'd think of the airports. Whenever I hear Beethoven, I think of Europe. When I see pastries, I'd think of Tito's baking. I want to go there again. I want to travel to Spain, France, Rome, Italy! I want to eat different kinds of food, visit picturesque places, buy souvenirs, go to orchestras, see different kinds of plants and flowers, inhale that fresh air! *pants*
There's a lot I'd do when I travel.
Going back to the phone call... After asking if I'm fine here, how's Lola doing, what color of boots do I like, et cetera, Tita Risma asked me if I'd like to study Spanish in Switzerland. I gaped. She said it would be great and that my cousin Kuya Rey could visit coz he's near the country. I was speechless. I mean, the plan was I'd study Spanish at Instituto Cervates de Manila right after I graduate!
After Tita Risma, Mom tried to convince me. I told her it'd be cheaper if I study in this country. Then she said, "You won't have any say in the matter if I command you to go," and laughed.
I can't believe this! If I have my way, I'd go there right now!
Alright, gotta weigh pros and cons about this. Since it's only gonna be for vacation, it means I won't have to like live there for more than 2 months. Also, I've been dreaming of going around Europe after I graduate. (Well, if not Europe then it'd be Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong.) Another note, I'll get to hang-out with my cousin whom I haven't seen in a decade! I miss him! He'll struggle speaking in Tagalog, have an accent when speaking in English, and I'd struggle picking words that he could understand in English! It'd be great!
I could also ask him to play the drums... and perhaps teach me some notes. Then I'd have my catharsis. Just kidding.
I guess there are only a few things that I
Aside from that, years ago I planned that if ever I'd travel to those places mentioned earlier, I'd have a good DSLR, laptop, and a camcorder.
DSLR - because I love photography
Laptop - so that when I get bored of reading and tire of looking at nature, I could go OL or perhaps edit pretty pics
Camcorder - to record my experience, post vids on youtube, burn them to DVDs so that my family will get to watch me and how my vacation went, etc
All those things are seriously far from my grasp at the moment. I have no savings and even if I start now, I won't have enough. I'd rather not ask Mom for those. I remember she offered to buy me a laptop 2 years ago. I declined. I told her Peter, my 9-yr-old pc, is still working well. (It gets some problems once in a while, but it's ok. I still have enough patience for it, really.) She said it's a necessity and that Peter needs to be replaced. "Replaced", sure, but I won't sell it or give it away. He's too precious to me. For less than a decade, he's helped me cope with my loneliness and witnessed my growth. But I was stubborn so... I declined. I have a good feeling she'll buy it for me as like a graduation gift.
Unfortunately, the time when I desperately need a portable computer is now so that I won't have to go home just to edit stuff or get a document that I forgot. Other than that, I really need a bigger HD. Peter's is only 20GB. That means I get to use like 19GB or so. Yeah, it's unbelievable. I can't just find an internal HD that could match him right away coz he's an old model. Max, my Maxtor 160GB EHD got corrupted recently. I freakin' lost 18GB of back-up files. I was so disappointed. Once upon a day, I plugged it to Peter and found no files in it. I almost went hysterical. Now I'm trying to choose which recover files program thing to download and try to rationalize whether or not I'd trust Max again.
Another reason: Mom and I began planning our future house and lot years ago. The lot's ours now. The house will be done in about 8 months or so. She'll be paying for it for a good amount of time. This trip could sabotage the budget. *sigh* But then again, she won't offer if she knows she can't handle it. Hmmm... Hmmm...
Now that I think about it, this might be a trick to lure me into living in Europe. Everyone kept telling me how great it would be if I live and work there. Yeah, it would be cool but... I don't know if I'm ready for that big a step. I always think of Europe as "great-for-vacation-only" for me. It's like... I couldn't stay for a long time there. I wouldn't like that and... I have to let go of my lifestyle. Concerning my friends, well, there would be the phone and the internet but... aside from those being part of the bills I'll have to handle, it's not as good as actually talking to them face to face.
I know I'm being pessimistic. I really just don't want to get my hopes up. I don't like those times when I'm so happy and then later on, something will go wrong. I shouldn't get my hopes up. I shouldn't.
Ok, enough of my *cough*issues*cough*. I'm getting waaay ahead of myself again.
Even if it's like a trick, I think it's a good idea. The fact that it will only be for vacation means in my passport, it will be stated as that. They cannot make me stay. It will be up to me to decide whether or not I'd consider working and living there.
Well how about that? Trip to Singapore cancelled. I wonder how this will go.
Suddenly there's another thing for me to look forward to... just when I'm feeling really down lately. Thank you, dear God.
Wishin' on a shooting star
The dreams alone won't get you far
Can't deny your feelings anymore
The world is waitin' right outside your door
What are you waiting for?
In your heart you know what you must do
You've only got yourself to answer to
Don't let fear of falling hold you down
Your spirit's flyin high above the clouds
You're goin' there
C'mon, here's your chance
Dlet it slip right through your hands
Are you ready for the ride of your life?
Your dreams are riding on the wind
Just reach out and pull them in
Get ready for the ride of your life
I need to know "what is".
Absence
Tuesday, April 29, 2008 @ 10:53 PM
mood: 
fine and dandy
listening to: [a song that's not familiar to me]
Guys, I'm sorry I've been too busy and tired lately. My mom and I are trying to cover as many sites as possible. We rarely spent hours on the hotel. Yesterday, we went to the wax museum, Queen's Art Gallery, and the Buckingham Palace [outside of it]. I've been around Kensington High Street, Portobello, etc. Hopefully this week we'll be able to go to the London Bridge. My mom and I are a bit hesitant about riding London's Eye but ah well, we'll see.
A random thing that comes to mind: The keyboard here in Europe is different. Some keys are not in the usual places. I get confused when I need to type a certain punctuation mark. I have to find it. Ah well.
About the tag [Ate Jonah], I'm constantly reminding myself that I should make the list whenever something pops on my mind so hopefully by the next time I go OL here, I'll be able to post it. =)
Well guys, I miss you all. I don't know if you receive my text messages (I use my mom's mobile) coz some of you don't reply but hopefully you get them. Thanks to those who take time and spend a peso whenever they think of me. Like I say, little things like that is enough to make me happy. I'll post about other stuff that happened to me here for the past few weeks pati ung sa Switzerland next time. [Then when I finally come home on the 8th of May, I'll upload lots of pics.]
There's no YM here in this internet cafe so I couldn't leave a message for you there but I might leave a message on friendster. So, catch up with you guys later! TCCIC!
[It's been so long that I've been away from a computer and internet but surprisingly I haven't an episode of withdrawal syndrome.. yet, I suppose. I seldom turn on my mp3 player too. Very odd of me.]
Btw, I'm loving Twilight. =) Edward Cullen is like a dream.I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
fine and dandylistening to: [a song that's not familiar to me]
Guys, I'm sorry I've been too busy and tired lately. My mom and I are trying to cover as many sites as possible. We rarely spent hours on the hotel. Yesterday, we went to the wax museum, Queen's Art Gallery, and the Buckingham Palace [outside of it]. I've been around Kensington High Street, Portobello, etc. Hopefully this week we'll be able to go to the London Bridge. My mom and I are a bit hesitant about riding London's Eye but ah well, we'll see.
A random thing that comes to mind: The keyboard here in Europe is different. Some keys are not in the usual places. I get confused when I need to type a certain punctuation mark. I have to find it. Ah well.
About the tag [Ate Jonah], I'm constantly reminding myself that I should make the list whenever something pops on my mind so hopefully by the next time I go OL here, I'll be able to post it. =)
Well guys, I miss you all. I don't know if you receive my text messages (I use my mom's mobile) coz some of you don't reply but hopefully you get them. Thanks to those who take time and spend a peso whenever they think of me. Like I say, little things like that is enough to make me happy. I'll post about other stuff that happened to me here for the past few weeks pati ung sa Switzerland next time. [Then when I finally come home on the 8th of May, I'll upload lots of pics.]
There's no YM here in this internet cafe so I couldn't leave a message for you there but I might leave a message on friendster. So, catch up with you guys later! TCCIC!
[It's been so long that I've been away from a computer and internet but surprisingly I haven't an episode of withdrawal syndrome.. yet, I suppose. I seldom turn on my mp3 player too. Very odd of me.]
Btw, I'm loving Twilight. =) Edward Cullen is like a dream.
Labels: book, fandom, random, travel
I need to know "what is".
Last Entry For This Month
Monday, April 14, 2008 @ 9:35 AM
mood: 
nervous
listening to: Hold On - B*witched
Well, this would be my last entry for this month. As for the very few people who know of this blog (since I didn't want to tell it to some of my friends coz it's still underconstruction), I'll be on hiatus for a while. The "while" part being approximately less than a month. If you've read my earlier posts then you'll know what I mean.
To my friends who only found out about it through this blog or through word of mouth, I'd like to apologize for not telling you-- I have my reasons. I really don't want a lot of people to know about it and besides, once I get back with pasalubong, you'll know eventually and then it will be like I never left. I'd really like to surprise you guys. So there. That's 1/3 of my reasons. LOL
By the way, Ate Jonah tagged me so I have to put a list of 6 weird things about me. Since I couldn't do it right this moment, I'll do it once I get back. I promise. =)
I was feeling kind of lonely yesterday and my dream analysis book was accurate again. Some disappointments here and there. Sis Chamie didn't get to sleep-over coz her wisdom tooth somehow picked this [wrong] time to ache. (My wisdom tooth aches so bad recently too but that doesn't keep me from doing things. Oh well, people have their reasons so..) But she promised to tag along for my departure today so we're picking her up along the way to the airport.
I was supposed to do my last errands with May but with the time and way-of-communication conflict, I didn't get to see her. Darn. I miss you, May! We'll hang-out more next month, hopefully.
*sigh* Please pray for my safe flight. I'll be on the plane 8 times for this vacation trip. Yeah. Imagine how it is for me who hates plane-induced nausea. Ugh. Oh and right now, I feel so nervous,
For the second time, I'll miss you all. Take care always and God bless you.
One last thing: It's really raining outside! It's been a while since it rained! Is there a fox wedding somewhere or is this some kind of farewell gift from above? LOLI want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
nervouslistening to: Hold On - B*witched
Well, this would be my last entry for this month. As for the very few people who know of this blog (since I didn't want to tell it to some of my friends coz it's still underconstruction), I'll be on hiatus for a while. The "while" part being approximately less than a month. If you've read my earlier posts then you'll know what I mean.
To my friends who only found out about it through this blog or through word of mouth, I'd like to apologize for not telling you-- I have my reasons. I really don't want a lot of people to know about it and besides, once I get back with pasalubong, you'll know eventually and then it will be like I never left. I'd really like to surprise you guys. So there. That's 1/3 of my reasons. LOL
By the way, Ate Jonah tagged me so I have to put a list of 6 weird things about me. Since I couldn't do it right this moment, I'll do it once I get back. I promise. =)
I was feeling kind of lonely yesterday and my dream analysis book was accurate again. Some disappointments here and there. Sis Chamie didn't get to sleep-over coz her wisdom tooth somehow picked this [wrong] time to ache. (My wisdom tooth aches so bad recently too but that doesn't keep me from doing things. Oh well, people have their reasons so..) But she promised to tag along for my departure today so we're picking her up along the way to the airport.
I was supposed to do my last errands with May but with the time and way-of-communication conflict, I didn't get to see her. Darn. I miss you, May! We'll hang-out more next month, hopefully.
*sigh* Please pray for my safe flight. I'll be on the plane 8 times for this vacation trip. Yeah. Imagine how it is for me who hates plane-induced nausea. Ugh. Oh and right now, I feel so nervous,
For the second time, I'll miss you all. Take care always and God bless you.
One last thing: It's really raining outside! It's been a while since it rained! Is there a fox wedding somewhere or is this some kind of farewell gift from above? LOL
Labels: friendship, random, travel
I need to know "what is".
Finalizing Things
Wednesday, April 09, 2008 @ 8:52 PM
mood: 
head hurts
listening to: Pathetique - Beethoven
We went to Makati to finally cancel my ticket on Singapore Airlines. We also went to the Spanish Embassy so that I could get my renewed passport. I like the new design. The profile area is smooth and shiny. LOL. Plus sis Chamie and I had fun during our rides. We talked and kept laughing.
A plane model in Singapore Airlines.
I took these shots on the way to the van. They are quick shots so I didn't get much time to concentrate on better angles but I think it came out quite good. I'm still a novice. I'm a bit proud though that the original bigger picture is not blurred. I've got steady hands that time! =D
If you look closely on the left picture, you could see some workers going down. Tita Ceci called them "Spidermen". At first I didn't get it coz I didn't notice. Late reaction. LOL. Oh and there was this security guard who actually posed. He called out to me, "Hey! Would you care to take a picture of me? I'm ready!" while posing. It's pretty nice to know that there are still friendly and cheerful people out there despite the outrageous temperature outside. (It's very hot and sunny.) It somehow lightened my mood.
I visited some sites this afternoon and found some psychological/personality tests. I'm really addicted to these tests. I love knowing myself more from my unconscious side. The ones from Tickle are really good coz they're pretty accurate and from the credits and sources in details, you would really think it's reliable. The one I'm gonna post here is not from Tickle though. LOL It's from Quizbox. Some are pretty accurate, some are predictable. I took a lot of quizzes there recently, you should try it. Anyway, here's one result:
I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
head hurtslistening to: Pathetique - Beethoven
We went to Makati to finally cancel my ticket on Singapore Airlines. We also went to the Spanish Embassy so that I could get my renewed passport. I like the new design. The profile area is smooth and shiny. LOL. Plus sis Chamie and I had fun during our rides. We talked and kept laughing.
A plane model in Singapore Airlines.
I took these shots on the way to the van. They are quick shots so I didn't get much time to concentrate on better angles but I think it came out quite good. I'm still a novice. I'm a bit proud though that the original bigger picture is not blurred. I've got steady hands that time! =D
If you look closely on the left picture, you could see some workers going down. Tita Ceci called them "Spidermen". At first I didn't get it coz I didn't notice. Late reaction. LOL. Oh and there was this security guard who actually posed. He called out to me, "Hey! Would you care to take a picture of me? I'm ready!" while posing. It's pretty nice to know that there are still friendly and cheerful people out there despite the outrageous temperature outside. (It's very hot and sunny.) It somehow lightened my mood.
I visited some sites this afternoon and found some psychological/personality tests. I'm really addicted to these tests. I love knowing myself more from my unconscious side. The ones from Tickle are really good coz they're pretty accurate and from the credits and sources in details, you would really think it's reliable. The one I'm gonna post here is not from Tickle though. LOL It's from Quizbox. Some are pretty accurate, some are predictable. I took a lot of quizzes there recently, you should try it. Anyway, here's one result:
Your view on yourself:I was a bit amazed reading it. It's very accurate. I'm not sure if this coming semester we will be learning how to make these kinds of psychological/personality tests or not, but we will be for sure sooner or later. I just love learning more about symbolism.
You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.
The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:
You like serious, smart and determined people. You don't judge a book by its cover, so good-looking people aren't necessarily your style. This makes you an attractive person in many people's eyes.
Your readiness to commit to a relationship:
You are ready to commit as soon as you meet the right person. And you believe you will pretty much know as soon as you might that person.
The seriousness of your love:
You are very serious about relationships and aren't interested in wasting time with people you don't really like. If you meet the right person, you will fall deeply and beautifully in love.
Your views on education:
Education is very important in life. You want to study hard and learn as much as you can.
The right job for you:
You're a practical person and will choose a secure job with a steady income. Knowing what you like to do is important. Find a regular job doing just that and you'll be set for life.
How do you view success:
You are afraid of failure and scared to have a go at the career you would like to have in case you don't succeed. Don't give up when you haven't yet even started! Be courageous.
What are you most afraid of:
You are afraid of having no one to rely on in times of trouble. You don't ever want to be unable to take care of yourself. Independence is important to you.
Who is your true self:
You are mature, reasonable, honest and give good advice. People ask for your comments on all sorts of different issues. Sometimes you might find yourself in a dilemma when trapped with a problem, which your heart rather than your head needs to solve.You can take it here. =)
Labels: online quiz, travel
I need to know "what is".
The hopefully final sched
Tuesday, April 08, 2008 @ 11:34 PM
mood: 
stressed
listening to: Tangled Up In Me - Skye Sweetnam
I never thought I'd live the day when I get tired of SM. I had to keep coming to SM to Active Travel and other travel agencies for days to check if there are available flights to London or Switzerland. (As you can see, we're really on a tight spot.) I had a seat at Cathay Pacific but unfortunately it was cancelled due to some holiday that I don't bother to know. Then after two days later I got a seat on Etihad airways. So yeah, I get to roam around the mall, checking out some of my favorite clothes stores and whatnots. Look at the shirt I bought from GG. "Sorry, it's not my day to care." I love it. (Totally opposite on my current predicament.) XD As always, I also go to the bookstores. I swear I still couldn't find a good enough dream analysis book, and a copy of Tithe: The Modern Faerie Tale. The sequel, Ironside and Valiant is always available though. I can't read a book without starting with the first one. (But I must confess I had skipped a second book from a certain fav trilogy. The story still made sense to me so it's ok haha-- and I'll buy the book when I'll have extra money.) And then there's the The Looking Glass Wars. I find it very interesting. I haven't seen the sequel book, Seeing Red, anywhere though. By the way, I've been dying to read Twilight. Frances, lucky you. I wonder if I'll like Edward Cullen too. I wonder.
This afternoon I got a call from my mom. She told me that she's going to Germany so that the ticket won't be wasted. She's so lucky. I really really wanna see Tita Phine and my cousin Rey. It's been so long. *sigh* She also told me that they a good plan and that she bought me an electronic ticket-- London to Switzerland. So here's my schedule: (the final, I hope] *crosses fingers on both hands*
I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
stressedlistening to: Tangled Up In Me - Skye Sweetnam
I never thought I'd live the day when I get tired of SM. I had to keep coming to SM to Active Travel and other travel agencies for days to check if there are available flights to London or Switzerland. (As you can see, we're really on a tight spot.) I had a seat at Cathay Pacific but unfortunately it was cancelled due to some holiday that I don't bother to know. Then after two days later I got a seat on Etihad airways. So yeah, I get to roam around the mall, checking out some of my favorite clothes stores and whatnots. Look at the shirt I bought from GG. "Sorry, it's not my day to care." I love it. (Totally opposite on my current predicament.) XD As always, I also go to the bookstores. I swear I still couldn't find a good enough dream analysis book, and a copy of Tithe: The Modern Faerie Tale. The sequel, Ironside and Valiant is always available though. I can't read a book without starting with the first one. (But I must confess I had skipped a second book from a certain fav trilogy. The story still made sense to me so it's ok haha-- and I'll buy the book when I'll have extra money.) And then there's the The Looking Glass Wars. I find it very interesting. I haven't seen the sequel book, Seeing Red, anywhere though. By the way, I've been dying to read Twilight. Frances, lucky you. I wonder if I'll like Edward Cullen too. I wonder.This afternoon I got a call from my mom. She told me that she's going to Germany so that the ticket won't be wasted. She's so lucky. I really really wanna see Tita Phine and my cousin Rey. It's been so long. *sigh* She also told me that they a good plan and that she bought me an electronic ticket-- London to Switzerland. So here's my schedule: (the final, I hope] *crosses fingers on both hands*
April 14 - April 15Estimated time of everything: approximately 23 hrs. It's almost 2 days. *sigh* This must be my punishment for my incompetence of reading European passport expiration dates. Well, it's better than not going, right? I won't care if I'm dead tired as long as I get to be with my mother dear. Sana matuloy naaa.
04:10pm - departure from Manila
08:45pm - arrival to Abu Dhabi
02:45am - departure from Abu Dhabi
07:30am - arrival to London [Heathrow]
[go to British Airlines through taxi]
12:00pm - departure from Heathrow
03:00pm - arrival to Switzerland [Zurich]
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."Thanks, Marie. You don't know of it but your text messages help me calm down sometimes. I miss you, girl.
~ Jeremiah 29:11
Labels: book, bought, schedule, travel
I need to know "what is".
No jokes whatsoever.
Tuesday, April 01, 2008 @ 9:52 PM
mood: stressed
listening to: Bad Day - Daniel Powter
We went around Manila and Makati today to renew my passport and to re-book my flight. First we went to this place where I got my passport picture taken. The first photo unfortunately was taken with a blue background. I realized the mistake [a Spanish passport picture must have a white background]a few seconds after starring at it. I forgot to ask the man taking the shot to make my background white; they must've thought I'm issuing for a Philippine passport and I'm too clouded to realize that. It scares me sometimes that I have these moments of being an airhead. I don't like airheads and you can very well imagine my feeling if I'm categorized as one. So there you go. I had to take another picture. Seeing my defeat, the man in charge told me that I could use those set of pictures when it's the time my Phil. passport needs renewal, which will be in 10 years. I doubt they would be pleased to put my nineteen y.o. picture on it when I'll be twenty-nine that year. Damn it.
I had a Tofi Luk and a chocolate drink on the way to Singapore Airlines. As much as I love chocolate, it's a big no-no to have a chocolate snack coupled with a chocolate drink. Having two big bites of Tofi Luk and I'm already craving cold water. It didn't help that the 7/11 store that I bought those two items from had their aircondition broke down, thus the drink is a bit luke warm to me. It's also unfortunate that our ride only provided a freakin' electric fan. Having the windows of the vehicle open for ventilation would've been a good idea-- except the rays of the sun seem to fry my skin. So it's great, you know, I'm consuming luke warm beverage while eating chocolate on a sunny day in a hot vehicle. Did I mention I didn't get enough sleep as usual and that I hate traveling too early in the morning? *sigh* Just to make things clear, I am merely relating what happened. When I was in that state, I was too gloomy to think any complaints. I was just too anxious to get things right. But yeah, now I'm kinda complaining. Late reaction di ba? Airhead moment count: 3
To make this short, we went to Singapore Air, asked a bunch of questions, went to Spanish embassy, issued for renewal of my passport, went back to Singapore Air to re-book my flight in accordance to the date my new passport's release, and finally went home.
Good news: My mom handled the news better than expected. She did cry on the phone yesterday, scolded me a little then she calmed down a bit. I'm very thankful she's understanding. I love her to death. Now I just need to give myself some kind of punishment.
The lady at the embassy said I could get my new passport (with a new design) on the 9th. I'm currently on the waiting list for the flights on 10th and 11th. So now we're like being chased by time. We worry about our scheduled stay in Germany; the flight and hotel there. It sucks so bad that by the time I could go out the country, my days in Europe will be lesser than planned. It sucks sooo bad. I was hoping to indulge staying there for 30 days and now it's down to less than 20. Arrgh!
I was OL on YM, talking to Frances. I told her that I didn't get on board. At first she didn't believe me; she said it's April Fool's day and that my joke is not very effective. I was surprised coz I wasn't even aware what day it was. Airhead moment count: 4. I told her that I wasn't kidding coz I couldn't possibly be online if I was there since I don't have a laptop or would have any source of internet and computer there. So she eventually believed me.
I'm so stressed out, I hope with this undying effort, things will be set right again. Sana matuloy naaaaaa to. T_TI want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
stressedlistening to: Bad Day - Daniel Powter
We went around Manila and Makati today to renew my passport and to re-book my flight. First we went to this place where I got my passport picture taken. The first photo unfortunately was taken with a blue background. I realized the mistake [a Spanish passport picture must have a white background]a few seconds after starring at it. I forgot to ask the man taking the shot to make my background white; they must've thought I'm issuing for a Philippine passport and I'm too clouded to realize that. It scares me sometimes that I have these moments of being an airhead. I don't like airheads and you can very well imagine my feeling if I'm categorized as one. So there you go. I had to take another picture. Seeing my defeat, the man in charge told me that I could use those set of pictures when it's the time my Phil. passport needs renewal, which will be in 10 years. I doubt they would be pleased to put my nineteen y.o. picture on it when I'll be twenty-nine that year. Damn it.I had a Tofi Luk and a chocolate drink on the way to Singapore Airlines. As much as I love chocolate, it's a big no-no to have a chocolate snack coupled with a chocolate drink. Having two big bites of Tofi Luk and I'm already craving cold water. It didn't help that the 7/11 store that I bought those two items from had their aircondition broke down, thus the drink is a bit luke warm to me. It's also unfortunate that our ride only provided a freakin' electric fan. Having the windows of the vehicle open for ventilation would've been a good idea-- except the rays of the sun seem to fry my skin. So it's great, you know, I'm consuming luke warm beverage while eating chocolate on a sunny day in a hot vehicle. Did I mention I didn't get enough sleep as usual and that I hate traveling too early in the morning? *sigh* Just to make things clear, I am merely relating what happened. When I was in that state, I was too gloomy to think any complaints. I was just too anxious to get things right. But yeah, now I'm kinda complaining. Late reaction di ba? Airhead moment count: 3
To make this short, we went to Singapore Air, asked a bunch of questions, went to Spanish embassy, issued for renewal of my passport, went back to Singapore Air to re-book my flight in accordance to the date my new passport's release, and finally went home.
Good news: My mom handled the news better than expected. She did cry on the phone yesterday, scolded me a little then she calmed down a bit. I'm very thankful she's understanding. I love her to death. Now I just need to give myself some kind of punishment.
The lady at the embassy said I could get my new passport (with a new design) on the 9th. I'm currently on the waiting list for the flights on 10th and 11th. So now we're like being chased by time. We worry about our scheduled stay in Germany; the flight and hotel there. It sucks so bad that by the time I could go out the country, my days in Europe will be lesser than planned. It sucks sooo bad. I was hoping to indulge staying there for 30 days and now it's down to less than 20. Arrgh!
I was OL on YM, talking to Frances. I told her that I didn't get on board. At first she didn't believe me; she said it's April Fool's day and that my joke is not very effective. I was surprised coz I wasn't even aware what day it was. Airhead moment count: 4. I told her that I wasn't kidding coz I couldn't possibly be online if I was there since I don't have a laptop or would have any source of internet and computer there. So she eventually believed me.
I'm so stressed out, I hope with this undying effort, things will be set right again. Sana matuloy naaaaaa to. T_T
I need to know "what is".
"Sorry but your passport is expired."
Monday, March 31, 2008 @ 12:41 PM
mood: overwhelmed [in the worst way possible]
listening to: deathly silence of despair
I didn't get on board. I stood there with the color on my face slowly disappearing. Apparently I've mistaken my Spanish passport's expiration date. I read it [11/03/2008] as November 03, 2008 when it's actually March 11, 2008. The lady on the counter that was checking my passport and putting the tag on my luggage asked me, "Is your birthday June 8th?" I told her it's on August 6th then she said my passport is expired. I insisted it's read the way I thought it was read. She asked me to wait for the manager or head.. or whatever she's called. The head lady walked up to me like fifteen minutes later (I was starring at my xerox copy passport the whole time, realizing the trouble I'm in). She told me it couldn't possibly be read as November 03 since the renewal must be 5 years exact (the issued date was 12/03/2008), which would mean it's a month short. I proceeded to look dumbfounded and hopeless. She said she'll confirm by calling London and the Spanish embassy. I continued starring at my passport, praying for some miracle to happen (like the numbers would re-arrange themselves) or for some clue that would still make me go on board for consideration. To no avail; the lady came back with the confirmed "you passport really is expired" look, and told me their airlines would be in trouble and have a fine if they still let me be on board. Then there's the possibility I'll get stuck in Singapore or London airport-- which is a heck of a lot worse if you get what I mean.
So there you go. Instead of sitting on the plane, having horrible thoughts of nausea-induced plane rides, I was standing there, shocked and trying to make my brain process for something I could hold on to. Life began to look pretty bleak for me. My first thought was, "Oh my God, I'm gonna be dead!" Thoughts of the worst possible punishments and consequences began running through my head. It included clinical depression, disownment [is there such word?], lost of trust, slashing of wrist, living alone, disappointment of family members, etc. I just know I'm gonna be in big trouble once my mom hears of this. I hope she'll somehow calm down after a few minutes of talking on the phone-- but I doubt it. I fear for her health, thus I could care less of what my fate would be. I'd worry more about the things going through her head and her metabolism. So yeah, I prayed more for her. I know I could handle myself and somehow fight back being depressed about all this. I could handle self-disappointment.
I couldn't use my Philippine passport since I'll need a Visa and NBI something (for Spanish passport holders--or maybe the general European passport holders, not sure-- we don't need a Visa when traveling). I have neither since we didn't think we'll need that anyway; the Spanish passport is what I'll initially use. The Philippine passport is only to notify I'm a dual citizen.
When I got my luggage, the lady told me that I should just re-book my flight. Since I don't know anything about flight jargons, I asked if that would mean I'll need to buy another ticket (hell no thanks-- I'm in enough financial troubles). She said no but I'll get a fine and then I could re-schedule. My mind shrieked, 'There is hope!' It would've been a nice thought for more than 3 seconds but what are the chances that there would still be seats available this month? But at least I got some hope and when I'll tell that to my mom, it might somehow calm her down too.
I came home through taxi. I could barely stand waiting for a ride outside the airport. (I didn't get a wink of sleep and I didn't have breakfast hoping that I could get both in the plane.) On the way home, the driver and Italked. Okay, he talked a lot and I managed to just mummble since I was so weak and sleepy. He told me stuff about re-booking and how my mom will be fine. Though my body is drained, my mind could still function some random thoughts like, 'Thanks for the reassuring words, Mister, but I really don't think things will be ok.' Besides, I'd rather think of the worst case scenario then be lifted by a positive feedback than be all positive then immediately put down.
I have another memorable moment in my life, would've been better said if it's leaning on the fortunate side but no. You And Me by Lifehouse should be playing in my head, instead it's the deathly silence of despair. I pray my mom will be alright.I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
overwhelmed [in the worst way possible]listening to: deathly silence of despair
I didn't get on board. I stood there with the color on my face slowly disappearing. Apparently I've mistaken my Spanish passport's expiration date. I read it [11/03/2008] as November 03, 2008 when it's actually March 11, 2008. The lady on the counter that was checking my passport and putting the tag on my luggage asked me, "Is your birthday June 8th?" I told her it's on August 6th then she said my passport is expired. I insisted it's read the way I thought it was read. She asked me to wait for the manager or head.. or whatever she's called. The head lady walked up to me like fifteen minutes later (I was starring at my xerox copy passport the whole time, realizing the trouble I'm in). She told me it couldn't possibly be read as November 03 since the renewal must be 5 years exact (the issued date was 12/03/2008), which would mean it's a month short. I proceeded to look dumbfounded and hopeless. She said she'll confirm by calling London and the Spanish embassy. I continued starring at my passport, praying for some miracle to happen (like the numbers would re-arrange themselves) or for some clue that would still make me go on board for consideration. To no avail; the lady came back with the confirmed "you passport really is expired" look, and told me their airlines would be in trouble and have a fine if they still let me be on board. Then there's the possibility I'll get stuck in Singapore or London airport-- which is a heck of a lot worse if you get what I mean.
So there you go. Instead of sitting on the plane, having horrible thoughts of nausea-induced plane rides, I was standing there, shocked and trying to make my brain process for something I could hold on to. Life began to look pretty bleak for me. My first thought was, "Oh my God, I'm gonna be dead!" Thoughts of the worst possible punishments and consequences began running through my head. It included clinical depression, disownment [is there such word?], lost of trust, slashing of wrist, living alone, disappointment of family members, etc. I just know I'm gonna be in big trouble once my mom hears of this. I hope she'll somehow calm down after a few minutes of talking on the phone-- but I doubt it. I fear for her health, thus I could care less of what my fate would be. I'd worry more about the things going through her head and her metabolism. So yeah, I prayed more for her. I know I could handle myself and somehow fight back being depressed about all this. I could handle self-disappointment.
I couldn't use my Philippine passport since I'll need a Visa and NBI something (for Spanish passport holders--or maybe the general European passport holders, not sure-- we don't need a Visa when traveling). I have neither since we didn't think we'll need that anyway; the Spanish passport is what I'll initially use. The Philippine passport is only to notify I'm a dual citizen.
When I got my luggage, the lady told me that I should just re-book my flight. Since I don't know anything about flight jargons, I asked if that would mean I'll need to buy another ticket (hell no thanks-- I'm in enough financial troubles). She said no but I'll get a fine and then I could re-schedule. My mind shrieked, 'There is hope!' It would've been a nice thought for more than 3 seconds but what are the chances that there would still be seats available this month? But at least I got some hope and when I'll tell that to my mom, it might somehow calm her down too.
I came home through taxi. I could barely stand waiting for a ride outside the airport. (I didn't get a wink of sleep and I didn't have breakfast hoping that I could get both in the plane.) On the way home, the driver and I
I have another memorable moment in my life, would've been better said if it's leaning on the fortunate side but no. You And Me by Lifehouse should be playing in my head, instead it's the deathly silence of despair. I pray my mom will be alright.
Labels: travel
I need to know "what is".
Believe It!
@ 3:32 AM
mood: 
shocked
listening to: There She Goes - Sixpence None The Richer
This is it. It's finally going to happen. After sleepless nights, countless imaginary scenes, and listening to certain London-related songs *deep breath* I'm finally going there. After years of merely looking at photographs from my aunts' home, after years I haven't seen my cousins, it's finally gonna happen. I'm finally going there and visit them.
But I still can't believe it.
Words could not express my nervousness and excitement. Nervousness is mainly about my flight, going around the airport, and that detestful nausea during the plane ride. I hope I don't mess up or forget something coz I would totally ruin things for me-- in one way or another.
From these mixed feelings, I couldn't sleep. I could feel my eyes are tired and I did closed them for an hour but sleep never came. Perhaps the Sand Man is too busy putting other caffeine-addicted and insomiac people to sleep.
Chamie is still sleeping when my mobile alarm went off. It actually surprised the heck out of me. I was trying to sleep, trying not to think about more preparations and stuff (but to no avail of course), when suddenly it started ringing. My body jerked and I managed to gasp, "Oh my God!" Yeah. If Chamie wasn't asleep then, she'd probably laughed her intestines out. I must admit, I silently laughed at myself.
I got up, took a bath, and now I'm here typing. I logged on my friendster account one last time and curiously checked on my horoscope (not that I rely on it, it's just interesting most of the time). This is what it says:
Bulls-eye hit, right? Well, I suppose after all my worries are done, I'd just find myself staring at the plane served food in front of me. The best case scenario would be when I see my mom amongst the crowd of people. =)
Well, no matter what happens, I know this journey would be great. I'll learn a lot of things. I'll experience a lot of first-times. I'm particularly excited about the foreign food I'll be eating. XD So yeah. In a few minutes, my ride will be outside. I'll be on the road to seemingly bliss... or something like that.
I'll be posting by experiences here when I get back-- with loads of pictures of course!
To my friends: I'll miss you all. Take care of yourselves and rest assured, I shall return! (Wait, is that copyrighted?)
One last thing: My title is not in any way Naruto associated. Funny, it occured to me seconds ago that my title seems familiar, like a meme somehow. LOLI want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
shockedlistening to: There She Goes - Sixpence None The Richer
This is it. It's finally going to happen. After sleepless nights, countless imaginary scenes, and listening to certain London-related songs *deep breath* I'm finally going there. After years of merely looking at photographs from my aunts' home, after years I haven't seen my cousins, it's finally gonna happen. I'm finally going there and visit them.
But I still can't believe it.
Words could not express my nervousness and excitement. Nervousness is mainly about my flight, going around the airport, and that detestful nausea during the plane ride. I hope I don't mess up or forget something coz I would totally ruin things for me-- in one way or another.
From these mixed feelings, I couldn't sleep. I could feel my eyes are tired and I did closed them for an hour but sleep never came. Perhaps the Sand Man is too busy putting other caffeine-addicted and insomiac people to sleep.
Chamie is still sleeping when my mobile alarm went off. It actually surprised the heck out of me. I was trying to sleep, trying not to think about more preparations and stuff (but to no avail of course), when suddenly it started ringing. My body jerked and I managed to gasp, "Oh my God!" Yeah. If Chamie wasn't asleep then, she'd probably laughed her intestines out. I must admit, I silently laughed at myself.
I got up, took a bath, and now I'm here typing. I logged on my friendster account one last time and curiously checked on my horoscope (not that I rely on it, it's just interesting most of the time). This is what it says:
Let go of all of your worries today. Taking on an extra burden is not going to help anything get better. You don't know how things are going to turn out, so why would you choose to think the worst? You might feel like you're in limbo right now, not quite sure what step you should take next, but you should not see this time negatively. It's a great opportunity to think about the good things that could come soon. Visualize the best case scenario, and you will not be disappointed.
Bulls-eye hit, right? Well, I suppose after all my worries are done, I'd just find myself staring at the plane served food in front of me. The best case scenario would be when I see my mom amongst the crowd of people. =)
Well, no matter what happens, I know this journey would be great. I'll learn a lot of things. I'll experience a lot of first-times. I'm particularly excited about the foreign food I'll be eating. XD So yeah. In a few minutes, my ride will be outside. I'll be on the road to seemingly bliss... or something like that.
I'll be posting by experiences here when I get back-- with loads of pictures of course!
To my friends: I'll miss you all. Take care of yourselves and rest assured, I shall return! (Wait, is that copyrighted?)
One last thing: My title is not in any way Naruto associated. Funny, it occured to me seconds ago that my title seems familiar, like a meme somehow. LOL
Labels: travel
I need to know "what is".
Leaving on a Jet Plane
Sunday, March 30, 2008 @ 7:34 PM
mood: 
upset
listening to: Pathetique - Beethoven
I've been saying this since last night to sis Chamie (she's staying over) and I'm gonna say it again: "I still can't believe I'm really going away tomorrow!" I'm excited and worried at the same time. It's been exactly like 5 years since my last flight to another country. I was with my mom back then so I didn't worry much about going around the airport but this time I'm all on my own.
I just got off the phone with my mom and we had an argument. Whenever something doesn't go according to plan, she goes panic-striken. I had been aware that most people in my family have this A-type personality but over my observation for the past couple of years, my mom and her siblings seem to be getting "worse". Don't get me wrong, I love them and their perfectionism works on the positive side too but sometimes there are just those times when the pressure gets to me, you know? I know I kinda have that sort of personality too but at least I'm not in danger of heart attacks, high/low blood pressures and what-nots... yet. Most of the time, I just wish they become calmer individuals. They really, really worry me especially since they're so far away.
In regards of how I handle my emotions and ordeals, when I'm with impatient people, I become this calm person who delivers soothing words of wisdom, but when I'm with a calm and patient person, I become the opposite. It's like I balance out the emotions running along the situation. That sounds pretty stupid to me because I would argue the fact that a person must be patient regardless of what type of person/people [s]he is with and in any type of situation, right? (I always say, "Patience is a virtue.") But I guess people nowadays are really problematic to the point that they could care less about being calm and patient. *shrugs* That and because no two people are alike, and it's not like I could force people to change just coz I don't like panic-striken, neurotic tendencies. But anyway, going back to what I said, yeah I kinda have that type of personality too but I control my emotions once I become aware that I am starting to have nervous attacks.
So yeah, I'm from the family of worry-warts. Sad to say, I might become more like them in the future but(!) since I am already conscious of that expectation, I shall try to fight it... somehow. I am a psychology major after all. Oh and another thing: I'll spill [some] beans here. One of the reasons why I took psychology is to "help" and understand more about my family members' neurotic tendencies and other fields of their behavior. In addition to that, perhaps I could even make some research or theories out of my tests and observations of them.I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
upsetlistening to: Pathetique - Beethoven
I've been saying this since last night to sis Chamie (she's staying over) and I'm gonna say it again: "I still can't believe I'm really going away tomorrow!" I'm excited and worried at the same time. It's been exactly like 5 years since my last flight to another country. I was with my mom back then so I didn't worry much about going around the airport but this time I'm all on my own.
My schedule:
12:00am - wake up and get ready
04:00am - travel to the airport
08:20am - departure from Manila
11:50am - arrival to Singapore (connecting flight)
12:45pm - departure from Singapore
19:10pm - arrival at London [Heathrow]
I just got off the phone with my mom and we had an argument. Whenever something doesn't go according to plan, she goes panic-striken. I had been aware that most people in my family have this A-type personality but over my observation for the past couple of years, my mom and her siblings seem to be getting "worse". Don't get me wrong, I love them and their perfectionism works on the positive side too but sometimes there are just those times when the pressure gets to me, you know? I know I kinda have that sort of personality too but at least I'm not in danger of heart attacks, high/low blood pressures and what-nots... yet. Most of the time, I just wish they become calmer individuals. They really, really worry me especially since they're so far away.
In regards of how I handle my emotions and ordeals, when I'm with impatient people, I become this calm person who delivers soothing words of wisdom, but when I'm with a calm and patient person, I become the opposite. It's like I balance out the emotions running along the situation. That sounds pretty stupid to me because I would argue the fact that a person must be patient regardless of what type of person/people [s]he is with and in any type of situation, right? (I always say, "Patience is a virtue.") But I guess people nowadays are really problematic to the point that they could care less about being calm and patient. *shrugs* That and because no two people are alike, and it's not like I could force people to change just coz I don't like panic-striken, neurotic tendencies. But anyway, going back to what I said, yeah I kinda have that type of personality too but I control my emotions once I become aware that I am starting to have nervous attacks.
So yeah, I'm from the family of worry-warts. Sad to say, I might become more like them in the future but(!) since I am already conscious of that expectation, I shall try to fight it... somehow. I am a psychology major after all. Oh and another thing: I'll spill [some] beans here. One of the reasons why I took psychology is to "help" and understand more about my family members' neurotic tendencies and other fields of their behavior. In addition to that, perhaps I could even make some research or theories out of my tests and observations of them.
Labels: family, psychology, schedule, travel
I need to know "what is".
Exciting Packing
Wednesday, March 26, 2008 @ 7:54 PM
mood: 
excited
listening to: Overloved - Paula DeAnda
I'm packing more things inside my maleta. Though I'm very causious about the weight requirement, I really shouldn't be coz I'm not gonna put a lot of stuff in. Mom told me that I only need few clothing as she will provide me with pambahay there amongst other necessities. She also told me that I might indulge in sales which will result to having trouble fitting gifts and clothes on my way back to Philippines. I asked her why I would buy winter/spring clothes and she told me that the clothes on sale are for summer. So now I'm looking forward to go around and shop for white tops, some nice long skirts, and probably accessories. =)
Here's a picture of me packing. I was going to use this and another picture (of a different pose) for my blog layout but then I got other things to deal with so I didn't have enough time to edit the layout itself. Being away for a month without internet and computer access (since I don't have a laptop-- gasp!) would mean I couldn't edit every hour of every day if I want to [exaggeration implied]. So I got a pre-made layout thanks to darkdegree. I've always wanted a nice div layout that I manage with lots of menus. I'll use this for now. =)I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
excitedlistening to: Overloved - Paula DeAnda
I'm packing more things inside my maleta. Though I'm very causious about the weight requirement, I really shouldn't be coz I'm not gonna put a lot of stuff in. Mom told me that I only need few clothing as she will provide me with pambahay there amongst other necessities. She also told me that I might indulge in sales which will result to having trouble fitting gifts and clothes on my way back to Philippines. I asked her why I would buy winter/spring clothes and she told me that the clothes on sale are for summer. So now I'm looking forward to go around and shop for white tops, some nice long skirts, and probably accessories. =)Here's a picture of me packing. I was going to use this and another picture (of a different pose) for my blog layout but then I got other things to deal with so I didn't have enough time to edit the layout itself. Being away for a month without internet and computer access (since I don't have a laptop-- gasp!) would mean I couldn't edit every hour of every day if I want to [exaggeration implied]. So I got a pre-made layout thanks to darkdegree. I've always wanted a nice div layout that I manage with lots of menus. I'll use this for now. =)
Labels: travel
I need to know "what is".
3 Fandom Related In England
Thursday, March 20, 2008 @ 5:00 PM
mood: excited
listening to: Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
My mom and I talked about my upcoming vacation in Europe. I'll be going to 3 countries: England (where she is at the moment), Switzerland (where my aunt Tita Risma and her family live), and Germany (where Tita Phine and her family live). I'm not sure if we're going for quick stops on other countries though. It's a pity I might not have the chance to stay in Spain even for just a couple of days-- it's where my mom lived like 1/3 of her life [from teen years to young adult], and I am a Spanish citizen-- by papers, not by blood-- then again I won't know for sure, right? I mean, consider the early Spanish rule over the Philippines and all that.
England is one of the places I would love to stay for some time. Japan is another and America (the latter I've already lived in years ago). I absolutely love this opportunity because after I graduate here, I'll be living in England for two years (based on my and my mom's agreement) to work or study/work, then I'll be going back here in the Philippines maybe to study some more (it's like my dream to study in UP). I'm still thinking if I would study in America or not for my MA or even a PhD since Harvard would be like a dream scene-- but it still scares me somehow. I don't know. I kinda wanna challenge myself or even for just the experience. A lot of successful psychologists studied at Harvard. It would certainly be great if I somehow make a theory of my own there. (Dream on, girl.)
That would be my somewhat imaginary plans but I know that it won't be final since a lot will surely happen and there might be some things that could manipulate or influence the outcomes-- the unexpected ones, like certain job offers, travel urges, and then there's marriage and.. hold up! Yes, marriage. XD I know I'm a bit too young to think about it but well, I do think about it. Hopefully someday I'll be married to the person who loves me more than any woman in the world [excluding family members, of course] and vice versa. *sigh* I am a dreamer.
Okay, about the title-- what are the three things that pop in my mind when I hear the word/place "England"?
1) Harry Potter (yeah, you probably thought of it yourself),
2) The Parent Trap (the remake starring Lindsay Lohan) and What A Girl Wants (starring Amanda Bynes), and behold--
3) LittleKuriboh! Bet ya didn't see that comin'!
Earlier on the phone with my mom, I asked her if the place we're going to stay is near the King's Cross Station. I swear I could somehow see her smiling on the other end when she paused and said, "Oh I see. Harry Potter?" =D My mom's a fan. She loves watching sci-fi and fantasy, magic-related films.
I grinned and asked again, "Umm.. So is it near?"
She replied, "Oh, we could go there. Yes."
I almost jumped from my seat. Really. I have this huge fan-smile on. "Alright!"
"I'll watch you go through Platform 9 and 3/4," my mom joked.
"You're coming with me through it! I am sooo gonna take lots of pictures!"
So there you have it. I'm a big fan of Harry Potter, though I can't say I'm obsessed with it (it seems like nothing can compare to my Yu Yu Hakusho obsession).
On to the second one. Why Parent Trap and What A Girl Wants, you ask? Remember the scene when they decided to switch places and one of them went to London? The part when Lindsay's character was looking out from the car? I love that scene, and also the one when she and her mom went to work. By the way, did you notice the song I'm listening to this moment? ("listening to" section on top) Yeah. Here Comes The Sun by The Beatles and There She Goes by by Sixpence None The Richer (or whoever else made a version of it) becomes memorable to me.
In What A Girl Wants, Amanda Bynes' character went to London to find her father. She walked on the bridge with Oliver James and with the other scenes, London's looking really fabulous. I especially love the song Crazy by Meredith Brooks. I reminds me of that scene when Amanda and Oliver fell from the canoe.
Last but most certainly not least! *cue of drumroll* LittleKuriboh! I am currently obsessed with Yu-gi-oh! The Abridged Series. I love how his voice is really similar to the original English dubbers-- it's amazing. The guy is clearly talented. I've read through his LiveJournal and picked a couple of places he said he's been to and asked my mom if we're near there. I was hoping I still have my luck since that "yes" from King's Cross Station but unfortunately, it ran out. She said it's far and we need to travel by train. In other words: I'm not gonna be able to go there.
It makes me sad since this is like a great opportunity for a fan such as myself to actually meet the guy. I was imagining how I would react. I was planning on how I would stand in a street corner and stalk him if ever he passes by. Just kidding, that's creepy. Besides, he'll probably run away. But somehow I would gather up all my courage and ask for an autograph, a picture, and a voice-dedicated message. It would be awesome. But yeah, it will not happen. *sigh* But I still get to step on the King's Cross Station. That's still something, right? Watch out pure and half-bloods, I might just discover I'm not a muggle after all. *wink, wink*I want to stop wondering "what-ifs".
I need to know "what is".
excitedlistening to: Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
My mom and I talked about my upcoming vacation in Europe. I'll be going to 3 countries: England (where she is at the moment), Switzerland (where my aunt Tita Risma and her family live), and Germany (where Tita Phine and her family live). I'm not sure if we're going for quick stops on other countries though. It's a pity I might not have the chance to stay in Spain even for just a couple of days-- it's where my mom lived like 1/3 of her life [from teen years to young adult], and I am a Spanish citizen-- by papers, not by blood-- then again I won't know for sure, right? I mean, consider the early Spanish rule over the Philippines and all that.
England is one of the places I would love to stay for some time. Japan is another and America (the latter I've already lived in years ago). I absolutely love this opportunity because after I graduate here, I'll be living in England for two years (based on my and my mom's agreement) to work or study/work, then I'll be going back here in the Philippines maybe to study some more (it's like my dream to study in UP). I'm still thinking if I would study in America or not for my MA or even a PhD since Harvard would be like a dream scene-- but it still scares me somehow. I don't know. I kinda wanna challenge myself or even for just the experience. A lot of successful psychologists studied at Harvard. It would certainly be great if I somehow make a theory of my own there. (Dream on, girl.)
That would be my somewhat imaginary plans but I know that it won't be final since a lot will surely happen and there might be some things that could manipulate or influence the outcomes-- the unexpected ones, like certain job offers, travel urges, and then there's marriage and.. hold up! Yes, marriage. XD I know I'm a bit too young to think about it but well, I do think about it. Hopefully someday I'll be married to the person who loves me more than any woman in the world [excluding family members, of course] and vice versa. *sigh* I am a dreamer.
Okay, about the title-- what are the three things that pop in my mind when I hear the word/place "England"?
1) Harry Potter (yeah, you probably thought of it yourself),
2) The Parent Trap (the remake starring Lindsay Lohan) and What A Girl Wants (starring Amanda Bynes), and behold--
3) LittleKuriboh! Bet ya didn't see that comin'!
Earlier on the phone with my mom, I asked her if the place we're going to stay is near the King's Cross Station. I swear I could somehow see her smiling on the other end when she paused and said, "Oh I see. Harry Potter?" =D My mom's a fan. She loves watching sci-fi and fantasy, magic-related films.
I grinned and asked again, "Umm.. So is it near?"
She replied, "Oh, we could go there. Yes."
I almost jumped from my seat. Really. I have this huge fan-smile on. "Alright!"
"I'll watch you go through Platform 9 and 3/4," my mom joked.
"You're coming with me through it! I am sooo gonna take lots of pictures!"
So there you have it. I'm a big fan of Harry Potter, though I can't say I'm obsessed with it (it seems like nothing can compare to my Yu Yu Hakusho obsession).
On to the second one. Why Parent Trap and What A Girl Wants, you ask? Remember the scene when they decided to switch places and one of them went to London? The part when Lindsay's character was looking out from the car? I love that scene, and also the one when she and her mom went to work. By the way, did you notice the song I'm listening to this moment? ("listening to" section on top) Yeah. Here Comes The Sun by The Beatles and There She Goes by by Sixpence None The Richer (or whoever else made a version of it) becomes memorable to me.
In What A Girl Wants, Amanda Bynes' character went to London to find her father. She walked on the bridge with Oliver James and with the other scenes, London's looking really fabulous. I especially love the song Crazy by Meredith Brooks. I reminds me of that scene when Amanda and Oliver fell from the canoe.
Last but most certainly not least! *cue of drumroll* LittleKuriboh! I am currently obsessed with Yu-gi-oh! The Abridged Series. I love how his voice is really similar to the original English dubbers-- it's amazing. The guy is clearly talented. I've read through his LiveJournal and picked a couple of places he said he's been to and asked my mom if we're near there. I was hoping I still have my luck since that "yes" from King's Cross Station but unfortunately, it ran out. She said it's far and we need to travel by train. In other words: I'm not gonna be able to go there.
It makes me sad since this is like a great opportunity for a fan such as myself to actually meet the guy. I was imagining how I would react. I was planning on how I would stand in a street corner and stalk him if ever he passes by. Just kidding, that's creepy. Besides, he'll probably run away. But somehow I would gather up all my courage and ask for an autograph, a picture, and a voice-dedicated message. It would be awesome. But yeah, it will not happen. *sigh* But I still get to step on the King's Cross Station. That's still something, right? Watch out pure and half-bloods, I might just discover I'm not a muggle after all. *wink, wink*
I need to know "what is".
