Hello, 2009!

6 hours more and it's hello, 2009!

2009 is a special year for me because I greeted it at my workplace. This is my first New Year celebration without my parents and brother. I'll be having my shift from 6 pm to 3 am.

In spite of it all, I'll try not be sad. After all, it's a New Year and I hope this is going be better than the previous.

I pray to God that He may lead our lives this 2009, that he may deliver us from harm and disaster, that 2009 may be filled with love and respect for one another. And most of all, I pray that we may all realize God's love for us and that we may turn away from our evil deeds. With this, I'm sure that the world will be a better place to live (this is not a Q & A portion of a beauty pageant).

So here's to the New Year. Hope we will all have a prosperous one.

On Dingdong and Karylle's Break Up

Just not right.

More than a month ago, we've heard this heart-breaking news about Dingdong Dantes' break up with his long term girlfriend Karylle. It was so sudden the everyone, be it the people in the showbiz industry or not, were so shocked that everyone was like, "Anong nangyari?" Everybody thinks these 2 were so inseparable. They have been together since, I don't know, 3 years? They have a business in which they were partners and if there's any relationship that was not rocked with intrigues, it was theirs. So everyone was so puzzled about the break up. Especially because of the fact that it was Dingdong who initiated the break up.

Now, I know that some of you would say that I am so baduy because I actually posted a blog about this issue. To tell you honestly, I could care even less - if not for Marian Rivera.

A lot of people seem to think that Marian has something to do with the break up. Marian has been interviewed for several times already and she said, on countless occasions, that she is innocent. But people are still putting the blame on her, even calling her names like anaconda and ahas.

Dingdong, on his official statement, said that there was no third party involved and emphasized that Marian has nothing to do with it. He said that their priorities shifted and they won't be able to do it together (with Kharylle) anymore. His statement coincided with Marian's as she also stated that she doesn't know anything about the break up.

"Kung ano man ang meron sila and nangyari sa kanila, wala akong kinalaman 'dun at labas ako 'dun," Marian said in her interview with John Lapus in Showbiz Central.

Any fool would see the consistency on Marian's and Dingdong's statements. So I don't see the reason why some people would still continue calling Marian a mang-aagaw and Dingdong a manloloko.

I'm not saying this just because I am a fan of Marian, not to mention their love team. I repeat, this issue doesn't affect me in any major way. Prejudice aside, I'm stating this because it's just starting to go way beyond the borders - calling innocent people horrible names and assuming things that we have nothing to do and know nothing about.

On the other hand, I know Karylle's pain, I've been there (almost). The man whom you have given your love and support for 3 years will suddenly tell you that you both need to set your priorities - without him on your side. My sympathy was with her when she was asked about how she felt. She simply said, "It wasn't overnight. It was a slow, painful death." You can really tell, just by this statement, that she really loved Dingdong.

But what shocked me, together with other people in the News and Entertainment (especially in GMA 7), was when Karylle had this interview with Boy Abunda in The Buzz. Here's what happened:




See what I'm talking about? I mean, what the heck was that all about? What's with the smile, anyway? That smile gave her a bad image right after that interview. I was totally disappointed with what I saw. It was like she was giving malice to Boy Abunda's question. No wonder the poster of the video added some little "extra" to it. *laughs*

For Marian, you know the truth and I know you're telling it. Don't be afraid of what other people will say. You and Dingdong know what's happening and we thank you for sharing it with us.

For Dingdong, if you think you made the right decision, we support you all the way. Don't let this get in the way of your career. You have a promising future ahead of you.

For Karylle, I don't know what to say. Just be yourself, girl. Sympathy is to be earned, not demanded.

Amazing Twins

Amazing Twins Opening

One of the best Asian TV series I've ever set my eyes upon. I haven't seen this series for 3 years now and I greatly miss the characters. That's why when I saw this video in YouTube, I was thrilled. Justin is just so handsome and the fighting skills were awesome. Do they still make a TV series like this? Hardly.

Enjoy the vid.

Random Thoughts II

Nothing really noteworthy right now. Well, just except the fact that my boyfriend and I are not in good terms right now. I've been texting him but he's not replying. Everything is not the way as it was before. He just told me something that hurt me but I know he meant it so it's not a big deal anymore. I'm used to it anyway. It's just that, you know, I'm tired. I'm tired of putting up with everything. I'm tired of giving in. I'm tired of bearing everyone's problems. I'm tired. Just tired.

But nonetheless, here's to a more abundant and happier New Year for me (I hope so).

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays!

This Christmas was totally different. Of course, I get to spend it with my whole family. And my boyfriend.

We were very happy. Although the celebration wasn't that grand and there weren't many gifts to give each other but we were happy. We all had a good talk, until everyone settled in for the night.

It was about 4 am when my brother, my boyfriend and I decided to go to bed. Then thoughts came in.

Funny how friends and relatives easily forget you at this time of the year.

The only friend who texted me was an office mate of mine. Then no one else. Oh well, that's how life goes and I can't do anything about it. Just wanna thank Donna for that warm SMS greeting she sent me.

But if course I still love them. So to all people who became a big part of my life, Happy Holidays and God Bless!

Random Thoughts I

PTO granted on the 24th, my boyfriend spending Christmas with me, my brother already having a cellphone - what else would I want for Christmas?

There's one thing I really would like to have. I don't know how much it would cost (as in I don't have any idea) but if I get it this Christmas, I won't ask for more.

I just want a pair of Cali sticks.

I said it. A pair of Cali sticks.

We call it Arnis, a traditional Martial Arts weapon here in the Philippines. I was actually half way into completing the module with my Wushu trainer when I decided to stop because of my tumor on my right leg.

I want to have my own pair because I would like to train by myself. The modules that I have gone through with my trainer, I can do some improvisions and make other styles out of it. I love innovating when it comes to Martial Arts styles and training.

If only I have the weapons I need with me. *makes a sad face*

Anyway, maybe I can make a canvass. Then I need to make sure that the wood it's made out of is very sturdy since I intend to use it in more trainings. But I'll concentrate on Wushu for now. Who knows, I might use it in a real fight someday.

PTO On The 24th

I guess I'll be spending my Christmas at home after all.

I looked at my schedule manager 30 minutes ago and saw that the 24th was plotted as PTO. I almost jumped and shouted when I saw my screen. They're not kidding, right?

IEX, our schedule manager, had its ups and downs for the last 2 months that its hard to rely on it anymore, especially when you plot your desired vacation leave on it. A day before your PTO, the plotted leave will disappear. Schedules which are supposed to be from 6 pm - 3 am, you see 11:45 pm - 8:45 am instead (my previous schedule). To cut it short, IEX is a mess.

But they should not dare make a mistake about this PTO on the 24th. I don't want to hear something like:

• "Oh, I'm sorry. You are not suppose to go on PTO on that day. It was just a mistake on the IEX server."; or

• "Guys, sorry but you have to come here on the 24th. Your plotted PTO for that day has been canceled."

God, I swear I'll kill the FCs if ever this happens.

This day actually means a lot to me. My boyfriend is spending his Christmas at home and he was so bummed when I told him that I can't afford to be absent on the 24th. Nonetheless, he chose to spend Christmas Eve at home and wait for me until 3 am.

Now that I'm suppose to be on leave on that day, my spirits are soaring high. At last I can spend Christmas with my family and boyfriend.

I just pray that this won't get canceled out.

On Lost Phones

Uso ba pagkawala ng mga cellphones ngayon?

Just read the new entry of my favorite blogger. He mentioned that he just lost his phone again.

Again.

He was able to tell me once about a nice phone model that he lost sometime ago. And because he needed a phone badly (and immediately), he bought a cheap Nokia phone. It was a nice model though not as flashy compared to the new phones sold in the market today but still it would serve great to anybody.

So that's the whole reason why he was not texting me back.

Because he lost his phone.

About a week ago, I bought my brother a rather cheap but equally performing Nokia phone (forgot the model number, though). But this time, I made sure that he won't lose it again.

I bought a cord/strap and a metal lock along with it. Paranoid you may think I am but hear this: he already lost 2 phones prior to the one I bought him last week. Sure all those phones are cheap and mind you, I didn't even spend a penny with those phones. But still, it would've saved me Php1500 if he was just more careful.

The Sony Ericsson T230 was given to him by my boyfriend. Not really using the phone that much, he decided to give it to my brother so that we can be able to contact him. But as luck may have it, my brother lost the phone on the way home just 4 days after my boyfriend gave it to him. He suspected that the guy sitting next to him in the jeepney may have stolen it from him since his phone was in his pocket. Although my boyfriend didn't mind the incident that much, I was so ashamed of him that I scolded my brother to death. He vowed to be more careful next time.

The second phone was a Nokia 1100. Cheap, no colored display and no modern features like mp3 or even a camera. I found this phone lying in the production floor, abandoned. Surprising as it may seem, no one seem to notice the phone although a lot of people passed by that area already. Baka di nila type yung phone. Luma na kasi, I thought. So I picked it up and told my mom who was waiting outside the building that I found this phone. In an instant, I told her that I'll be giving it to my brother.

The phone lasted for about 7 days only. It got lost when my brother was having his lunch. It slipped out of his pocket (again) and when he tried to find it, it was nowhere. I told him that he will not be having another phone unless he learns to be responsible of his actions.

But still, probably because of my love for him, I still bought him another phone when my 13th month bonus came. I don't know what went into me. Probably because I just want to contact him anytime, make sure that he's fine and for him to text his friends as well. After all, he's the only brother I have.

As for my favorite blogger, I don't know if he's on a rest day right now but I'll have to talk to him about it. It's a bad thing for him (read his blog, dammit!).

Me? I always make sure that I have my phone with me.

*Looks at side pockets*

Clearing Things Out

I know this is a little late. But I just wanna make myself clear.

In the next few days, you might be seeing more posts, probably almost everyday. I know that some of you (who have an account in BlogSpot or other blog servers) are not really posting on an everyday basis. I've read other blogs and I notice that they only post 3 or 4 times a week, reason why you might find my blog just a little bit peculiar. Not to mention crowded and unruly.

Bly me, I don't have an internet connection at home so I figured I'll take advantage of the internet at my workplace (sssshhhhh...). I go to work 5 times a week so you'll be seeing not less than 5 posts every week. I tend to gather my thoughts bit by bit so my apologies if you'll see posts shorter and more than you expect. I promise to make longer posts (if I can).

Ok, I admit. I've been keeping a diary since I was 11 or 12 perhaps but I am a downright amateur when it comes to blogs. I know that there's a thin line between a diary and a blog but still, there's always a difference.

Anyway, in my next entries you might notice ideas and paragraphs not, in any way, connected and messed up - wrong choice of words, misplaced adverbs or adjectives and even worse, wrong spelling (so please excuse me and just ignore them). All the entries could be a little bit screwy, too. I have this tendency to jump from one topic to another so to all those superb blog critics, please bear with me. My mind is not so well established these days so you'll see more distortions, too.

Although not all, but a lot of people say that I, too, am good in English. Well my English is nothing compared to my favorite blogger (you know who you are). I can't count how many times I said, "tsk tsk, grabe bah" when I read his blog. If you've read it, then you're lucky. Damn, it was badass! Then I started to belittle myself after that but hey, no damage done.

As I've said, and unlike my favorite blogger, I'm not that good on these parts (nothing like the first time, obviously) but hopefully, as I post more on my blog, I can become acceptable on this field.

Now, you've been warned.

EDIT: Please, please bear with me with whatever I write about. A lot of things have happened in the past few days that I really don't know where to start. Plow!

Knockabout

Knockabout - Reel Kick Films

I tried to access Reel Kick Films again and I was thrilled when I saw another update of the stunts the guys (the Reel Kick members) have made for the past 14 months. Man, they've been pretty busy according to Alex.

I checked their video gallery and was yet again elated when I saw Knockabout in it. Thank God it wasn't archived. This video had great stunts and Alex is still as cute as ever (no schoolgirl crush noted). That Asian guy they're trying to beat up, that's him. That's Alex Huynh.

Welcome to BlogSpot!

Welcome to BlogSpot!

No, I was trying to welcome myself.

Why did I even bother to subscribe to a blog site and write a blog? Self expression. That's it. And I can be able to express myself more online than on a one-on-one talk with somebody. After all, I just found out that I am a shy person.

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I am sitting in front of my station right now, talking to a customer whose account was not set up properly. While catering to this customer, my mind is wandering somewhere else.

My thoughts drifted to what my supervisor told us yesterday:

"We need your commitment with regard to attendance, metrics and behavior, guys. For attendance, it's no mercy. Those who could not back up their absence with a medical certificate, you'll get a memo from me and mind you, it could lead to suspension up to termination. In order for us to pass service level, we need to go on OT. If we need to incorporate pre shift and post shift OT just for us not to fail service level, then we'll do that. For metrics, same thing, I will also give you a memo for non performance if I coached twice on the same line item. For behavior guys, it's self explanatory..."

It still rings in my ears. And I only have one question in mind:

Will I make it?

I admit. I am no technical person. I'm not good with walking customers through FTP transfer or file upload or what not. For me, I am not as good as anyone else. That's why I panicked. Panicked because there's this big possibility, if I don't perform (again), that I will be terminated. I don't want that (who does, anyway?)

I need to think about my plans a thousand times and sort things out. I can't afford to make any mistakes this time. One of my office mates is starting to reconsider health care and that gave me the idea to, at least, give TeleTech another try too.

My mind is in a chaotic state at the moment. Sorry if this first entry just doesn't make any sense.