Wonologues

Would you read a blog without any single photo on it?

I've been staring at my laptop screen for way too long.

What am I to write?

This is what coffee has done to me! After 2 months of staying off caffeine, I saw myself grabbed a bottle of coffee drink yesterday for no reason and now..regrets! The lesson? READ: don't look back nor go back to something you left for a reason, for no reason. #hugot #lol #whyamIhashtaggingonmyblog

So, what's a girl to do with tachycardia and lack of sleep? Just write nonsense Wo. That's a good idea! (well, aside from talking to myself apparently.)

I've gathered way too many photos and drafted way too many concepts for a blog post but I've been stalling everything for more than 2 months. Great comeback from a hiatus, huh. You even declared to write a post weekly, silly.

Procrastination. Not really lifting my own chair here, but let's just say I'm an award-winning procrastinator (could be literally haha) I went through kindergarten, elementary, high school and college; putting off making my book reports, case studies, even my thesis a night before deadline or probably hours even. Deadlines make me elated, excited and words would come off my mind suddenly. Wow, I can only tap myself in the back or slow clap to myself. Proud of you Wo. haha not! (Watch this Ted Talk about Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator)

According to Tim Urban's talk, procrastinators are driven by deadlines. Makes sense. Yeah.

Recently however, without a established study habit or freaked control of my schedule, I saw myself confused of my seemingly worsened condition. Lately I've been anxious of nothing. I'd stare at the fan for minutes, scroll on my social media with no set goal in mind. I'll be skimming through blogs, articles online pointlessly.

This blinking cursor is beginning to irk me. lol

I wish I can stop giving myself a million excuses to put off writing a blog again. Another cup of coffee? Ice cream probably?

Because no one's giving me a deadline, nothing pushes me (or so I thought. As if grades below QPI -quality point index is not enough reason to liven up) Nothing forces me to drag my feet, sit on my thinking chair and pour my heart out. (I actually do have my cheerers. I'm just too stubborn to listen). I can't seem to organize anything that's on my mind. I'm supposed to study a subject for an entire semester but every 2 nights before exam day, I'll overload my brain with information I'll eventually forget after the test, or worse, black out during the actual exam.

I've become too proud of myself, refusing to listen to my boyfriend nagging me about getting my lazy arse to study and that I can't afford to fail again. I survived with barely passing grade. Anyway, this should be another series of my law school hullabaloo.

Well, at least these last 45 minutes haven't been put to waste. Sorry, if this might steer you off of me. I always tell myself to bring my own sunshine, probably I should also (well, I already should have by now) remind myself why I started blogging and law school and anything that sparked interest in me. I need more pep talk than excuses, lame excuses. I don't know how to end this but I think I should start on something more worthwhile. I've got 6.5 hours til my classes at 5 PM. So, bye! Thanks for reading this rant. I'll post a more positive one soon or later, hopefully soonest hehe

airport fashion Shirt: F21

fresh from the airport, Jed and I got lost in Lapu-lapu/Mactan lol Shoes: Converse Shirt: F21 Sweater: Gap Jeans: Thrifted

Photo taken at Fuerte San Pedro (Fort San Pedro) shorts: F21 Shirt: Giordano sandals: Roxas Market

this was still from somewhere in Fuerte San Pedro

This was taken at the front lawn of Casa Gorordo Museum Shorts: Old Navy Shirt: Bench Plaid Polo: Thrifted

District on 53rd, IT Park Cebu, I actually wore the same white shorts lol Top: Mango

DAY 3

airport fashion ala Miss Universe lol LBD: Thrifted

j & j

Hopefully you will stumble upon this and read this in your own time; when you're old enough to understand things but young enough to have a chance to spend time with one person to whom you're so dear.

Five years ago today, you were born to be the reason for someone's life.You're such a beautiful boy, molded in the image of your father. Oh, the resemblance! May you grow up remembering the times he held you in his arms (damn boy, you were too young to even care then!)

I wish I could tell you exactly how much he loves you. You turned him into a man!  (Yes, you did.) As he told me about you, he mentioned how you became a blessing in the most confusing (or even darkest)  days of his life. He got lost but glad that he found his way because of you.

Miracle.

You will be told that you were not expected, but you were a welcomed present for him! You became his inspiration.

I hope that you will grow up being told of how he took care of you on your first sight of the world. I wish that I could tell you how there's always a touch of love and longing every time he utters your name. He may not have showered you with gifts and toys but boy, he could have shown you the "wild things" (hahaha, that's what he said) if only he was given the chance.

I hope that you will grow up loving him despite the distance created between you. May you always find in your heart a place for him too. May you not blame him for the lost times. He never truly left you because you remained in his heart. (You're literally etched on his heart.) I tell you he would teach you how to ride your bicycle, how to survive the waves of the sea, how to get a girlfriend... ooops hehe

May you not entertain the feeling of hate for me. I may be one reason for his absence but I'm hopeful that you will someday understand. You're a smart boy! I'll forever understand that he won't love me with all his heart because there's a space right there for you. But I'm completely okay with that because I love whom he loves.

Zion.

I wish that someday in zion, in a not so distant future; may he be able to hold you in his arms again. May I see again the biggest grin on his cute charming face.

May you continue to love him, despite or in spite of....

So, today on your special today, I wish you well and I hope that you will grow up to be a healthy, smart, strong and sensible boy showered with love and affection. You are a precious gem ☺ May you continue to be a light to the world and bring joy to the people who care a lot about you.

Goose bumps. Salt water in my eyes. Damn. 5 minutes. Yes, it only took 5 minutes for me to feel.....

Ambivalence.

Official Movie Poster of Bitoon sa Siyudad, CTO

Don't judge, you may watch a preview of the movie here:




MMFF 2016 was not free from scandals. The hot issue was mainly because power houses in the movie industry were not drafted in the Top 8 entries of the festival. Rather, 8 full length and 8 short films; mostly indie and not coming from big pocket cinema giants all vying not only to gain critical acclaims but to express raw stories of Filipinos.

Mga Bitoon sa Siyudad (Stars in the City) is a story of two brothers who were there on the tragic hour of the blast in Roxas, Davao City last September 2, 2016 which claimed 15 lives and left more injured. Direk Jarell Serencio's narration of the story is a tribute to the resilience of the city that is Davao.

When asked about the choice of story, actors and the challenges he faced in the process of the movie, Direk Jarell answered that coming up with the story was the easiest part. He narrated how he was moved by the news of the blast. He crafted the story line to not only tell the story of people who live from hand to mouth but most specially to those who are innocent victims of terror attacks. A tribute to families left behind. He was most inspired to tell the story of the innocent victims - the children serenading your bbq meals or massage trips in Roxas Night Market.

As you watch the film, you'll be astounded by the rawness of the story, or the familiar faces of the "non acting actors". Props to the kids, by the way. Although as Direk Jarell would put it, "magfix lang mi kadali sa mga gamit, managan na sila (we'll only fix the equipment and the kids will start running around). There were challenges on budget contraints, film location and the weather wasn't very cooperative.

Despite the hurdles in the making of the film and together with the rest of the team, Bitoon sa Siyudad did not disappoint. You're not human if you won't feel anything after 5 minutes.

You may watch this 5-minute short film together with ORO, a full length drama on mining. YES! Each MMFF2016 movie ticket you'll purchase entitles you to watch 1 full length movie and a short film. Both films will be shown in NCCC Mall Davao, SM City Lanang and GMALL Davao Cinema starting December 25. You may checkout their fb pages and sites for the schedule and promo prices.

CTO, Direk Jarell directing the kids on location

CTO, Assistant Dir. giving directions to the non acting actors

DBS Fam with Direk Jarell

Direk Jarell w/ the actors and production team

Me! :) with the main "actor" MacMac

Support Lokal. Tatak Dabawenyo. Stand strong Davao. 
Props to the Pinoy Films

"You're so ungrateful. Nakaka-turn off. Learn how to say thank you." , a cat once purred to me.

This photo is more than two (2) decades old. Wish we could have another complete photo op soon :)

                                 

That was more than two years ago, and since then, I've become more appreciative of even the smallest of things.

A lot has happened this 2016 that everything seems like a blur. From Election Year, to #Brangelina breakup, to Allepo's unending bombing, Miss Universe scandal, to my second second year in law school. However, despite all the things that would have caused me to sulk or outright throw my outrage against the world, I am reminded that yes, #blessed also happened. 2016 has been a fruitful year for me. Bumpy but otherwise, a great ride.

Before I close another year of this life, Air Asia Philippines reminds me to spend this season with a grateful heart. Check out #AirAsiaPH #ThankYou video.

I hope that this inspires you to share the joy of showing appreciation to all those who warmed our hearts.



This year, I was reminded how I underestimated my family. Sorry guys. *cries* I've always known that you always got my back but I doubted everything after I flunked some subjects in law school. Yet, as cliche as this can get, you we're ok with it and there wasn't any "I told you so".  "If you want to become a lawyer then be a lawyer", you said.

I need to learn how to show my appreciation for everything that you do to me.
You have never been my loudest cheer leaders but your subtle bouts of pep talk make me feel all the more thankful.

Thanks Dad for always being cool. I know it's not your responsibility to support me after I graduated from college yet I never heard you say "Undangi nalang ng law school" (You better quit law school), you always find ways.

my golden dad last xmas eve 2016

at Mom Beth and Dad's wedding reception March 2016

To my kuyas for coming home this year and for making me realize that my life is not just all law school and that I should treasure every moment that we all spend together. (Too bad we never had a complete family photo with Dad. huhu Next year nalang (hopefully next year)! hihi)

#theMalnegros 1,2,3,4 complete after almost a decade, September 2016 at home

Korean little hearts, Vikings, September 2016

before he left again for DXB huhu

I wanted to surprise him at the airport but I had no choice but to contact him coz I didn't know his arrival time lol

To my sister, Amay. I know this year hasn't been a good year for you but you stayed strong, calm and collected and always flashed that bright smile that you have. Thank you for allowing me to become your ate this year. For updating me on the biggest things going on in your life. For listening to my advice and considering my opinions. I'm almost teary-eyed on this part 'coz I think we've really grown closer this year.

March 2016, before going to Mom and Dad's wedding

To Ming, my siblings' adoptive brother. Thank you for getting along with everyone so well. You were never "pabebe" and you really reached out to my family and even gone the extra mile every time. Sometimes I even wonder whether you're their real blood brother and I'm just adopted huhu haha

Election 2016

Amay and Ming with Milo preparing for my birthday May 2016

at Alcatraz Penal Bar, July 2016

bros and booze, September 2016

And to my cousins, Ate Ching and Czarina for reminding me that: "Ohana means family. Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten."

we stood on a boat! hihi

Kuya Philip's facebook gallery from Maldives, still envious hehe

pretty background, an even prettier subject. my ming!

look how clear the water is, you can almost see the shark hitting its head on the boat haha

where to mamang bankero, sagwan pa please!

just keep swimming

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