Boitoi

I arrived early at Mix for the morning show. I was surprised - the real morning show jocks were there. And instantly I became a boytoy on a non-working holiday. I love it, though.

My 100th Post: Meeting With The MIX

I wasn't able to take my ID picture-taking at HCDC due to a meeting on Southern Style launching and Mix FM skeds. We got a sumptuous merienda, consisted of red wine and the other one I don't know, with the gang. Everything went well, I guess.

It was still raining in Davao.

P.S. Congratulate me, please. Finally, I got my 100th post for the first time as a blogger.

I Am Finally Enrolled!

After running to and fro and begging to be enrolled (since my credentials are not yet done), finally I transferred to HCDC. Together with Jazzy(my bloggermate and schoolmate of the same course there), I accepted my new schedule. MWF: 3-9 PM and TTH: 7 AM- 9:30 PM. Wonderful!

I was caught in traffic because of flood. Fortunately, I dropped at MIX, had a free ride home and dinner with the HOMETOWN HEROES and other DJs at Rams. That was satisfying! Yummy.

Nothing Is Impossible With God

I didn't know that the due of my credentials is by June 17. At that moment, I feel like the heavens crashed on me. My thoughts flew on what was I gonna do. Suicide. An enrolment couldn't be possible with the needed credentials. It might be the punishment of God because of my sins. Nothing is impossible with God - He is in control of our lives and He can do whatever He wants to us.

I texted Jaz for some support. I told her I am still holding on to God. Then, I went to the guidance center to ask some help. They told me it's okay. I signed a promisory note, together with the proof (i.e. the claim stub of the credentials).

Nothing is impossible with God! Indeed!

P.S. I am still sick. But I enjoyed the company of Jaz and Ayme yesterday. And what God made me to realize.

Surprises

Yesterday was a bit of a surprise day for me. I thought the entrance exam of HCDC, which I took by 1 P.M., was so easy just like any other entrance exams. Whoah, it wasn't! The Math and Science questions were nosebleeding. However, I discovered this morning that I passed the test. Yipee!

I saw Ma'am Jovy yesterday before she is going to Thailand for the last time. Surprisingly, I was able to complete the signing of the clearance so I could get all the needed credentials. But I need to comeback again today to submit 3 BIR documentary stamps the registrar required so I could finish everything.

Another surprise: Chris Chase, my co-DJ at MIX, after weeks of vacation, arrived. Finally!

Paid The Bills

Right after mom sent me my allowance for the month, I went to pay our bills. I was supposed to take up the entrance exam at HCDC that Monday. But I wasn't able to because I can't find their guidance center.

By the evening, I stayed for the talent dev. It was followed by a meeting about the Southern Style launching.

Birthday Revelation Procrastination

Yougi, my cousin's son, celebrated his birthday last Wednesday. I didn't know how old was he, but he is still a kid. I was supposed to host the children's party there, but I was told to take care of my grandma instead. The next day, I worked on my enrolment thing. There my dean revealed that she is going to resign and stay at Thailand. However, I wasn't able to get my transfer credentials needed, so I could transfer to HCDC because the launching of our new show seemed to block my way.

I need God at this point, now that I tend to procrastinate.

The Playlist

The morning show playlist of Mix FM is known to be upbeat and hot, as Joey told me. But I was caught by one of our senior DJs. I don't know but I should've followed the playlist. If it's rock, it should be rock. When it's RnB, it's RnB. The thing is I did not see it coming, because I was used to the 2+3 formula (2 RnBs, then 1 rock song).

Back At Celebration Church

Wow. I was really happy to be back to the church. Pastor Kenny greeted me upon leaving, and his word meant a warm welcome. I liked his sermon on Diligence Vs. Slothfulness. However, I had not talked to Bryan yet. :'(

Excited Yet Nervous

Last night, I and my Southern Style team went to AVL studios to finally see the product of days of editing our segments for the first episode to be launched by June 13, 2008 on SkyC, as agreed in our meeting on that same day. I was excited in the sense that it is my first time to be on TV, but nervous because of what might happen next. I mean, can I manage? Joey gave me some pieces of advice.

That same thing happened when I was supposed to be with Bryan on a ministry thing at Celebration Church. I did not come, and it was all my bad. Bryan just got all the authority to get angry.

Normal

There was nothing new during my Wednesday and Thursday. Right after every boardwork, I immediately went home. I also went to DDC and HCDC to check on what to be done, so I can transfer this semester.

Except for one thing: David Cook, my bet, won as the new American Idol. Weeeeeh! :')

Morning Show Once Again

I woke up by 4 AM to go back for the morning show. It was good, I thought. But it's kinda hard to wake up early. Now I am supposed to go to Ma'am Jovy's office to talk to her about my possible transfer to HCDC. But she wasn't there. I am worried.

I missed my grandma.:(

Boring Weekend

Yeah. That is my Sunday. I woke up doing some laundry. Then listened to some music and Danoday stuffs. Even videos. Errr! Radio can't even please me. I wanted to go out. Perhaps go to church. However, the scheduled of Davangels today was cancelled. Nobody seemed to be interested.

I was shy to go back to Celebration Church after the absences I incurred. :'(

Sermon From Father

Last night, we had again this almost once-a-month talk with Papa. Advices here, advices there. As usual. I told him that one of my co-teammate at Mix told me about an exam by May 30 of Kapisanan ng mga Broadkaster sa Pilipinas, so I could be a licensed DJ. I thought he is going to disagree. Instead, he was full support and he even gave me some techniques on cheats during exam. Tsk tsk tsk.

Internet Day

It was my Friday. It was the longest and first time. I sat from 9 AM down to 5 PM surfing the web. I was subtly scolded by my grandmother. I was used to it, though.

I went home to my home at Reldo to find the marriage contract of my adoptive parents because it is needed for the SSS of my biological father who died last December. The SSS is needed for my family so it could add up to their income. As I was finding the marriage contract, I recalled the good times. Then, I cried.

Excited For AI

Oh, I just watched today the videos I missed at the American Idol website. I knew it - two Davids are going to compete in the finale! Wooooohooooo!

Yesterday, I helped out Joey create some HTML thingy for the account of Southern Style. I added too the audio streaming of Mix FM's page.

Vegie-ish

I started eating vegies. I know this is for the good of my health. Now, I don't feel sleepy. Vegans were right - vegetables boost your health.

No, I am not going to be a vegan. That is a hard thing to do. I just have to add vegetables on my diet, as much as possible.

On Filipino Youth Blog

Earlier, I had a conference by YM with some Christian bloggers on a soon-to-be-published Filipino youth blog-slash-webzine. Jazzy presided the conference.

Silent Roads

National Transport Strike Day. Less PUJs were driving around. However, I was able to reach the station for the morning show through brosk walking. After my shift, I at last met my cousin who arrived last Thursday night. She was still friendly, though I owed her P4, 000 last year and have not paid it yet.

The striek had done special things for me. Since there was no talent dev that night, I was able to attend to some important things.

Day For Her

Mother's Day. I kissed my grandmother early that morning. I thought she appreciated it. I greeted as well some of my friend's mothers and mother-friends. I also treated myself with some uplifting movies at Cinema One and funny ones at Star Movies.

Nothing Much

After my 9 AM-12NN boardwork for the Number One Weekend at Mix, I just went home and relaxed.

Meeting My Aunt

I got no boardwork every Friday. I stayed whole day at my cousin's house. I was able to meet my aunt that morning. She advised me to go at the house of my cousin who just arrived last night, so I could ask some allowance. Because I was lazy, I opted not to, for the meantime.

Rainy Thursday

Yesterday, I had my boardwork for Mix. I stayed there 'til evening while bloghopping through our office's PC. I even caught Crimson playing rock songs for Spin-Tripping Thursday (I don't know if this is the right name of her show). Joey invited me too for a dinner at The Venue, together with the other DJs and friends. But I declined since my cousin from Japan, along with my aunt, was set to arrive. Grandma advised me to go home early, but a big downpour obstruct me from going home. I arrived at my another cousin's house at 9 PM. I sensed there was nothing special happening that night. I realized their flight was a bit delayed due to the bad weather.

Recalling My Tues and Wed

Last Tuesday afternoon, we, the segment producers for the new show Southern Style on South Spot, had a meeting with Sir Kenth on editing matters. Then I went home to get some clothes because I was to stay at S.I.R. Matina.

I had my boardwork yesterday. I thought I was satisfied, with George Booke (our talent dev teacher) inside the booth. Upon arriving at my cousin's pad, news arrived. My aunt and cousin was coming back to the city.:')

Monday and Tuesday Is Back!

I woke up early yesterday for the morning show, sitting-in for the Hometown Heroes temporarily. Everyhting is back. Like going to work. Like seeing your co-workers. After my shift, I went home for a while to take a bath. Since I did not go to the church yesterday, I took a Catholic Mass at St. Jude Parish and send my tithe.

I had only a few hours of sleep last night. So, I had my siesta. I woke up and went to the station for the talent dev. There were a few food there brought by Erin who celebrated her birthday last Sunday. I was thankful I learned new things again from our mentors.

I had my dinner at 8 in the evening. I thank God for another new Tuesday. I am here doing my boardwork again for the Hometown Heroes.

Pokemon Sunday

Waaah. My Sunday night was dedicated to some Pokemon playing at the Gameboy Advance of my cousin's son. I played until it grew low-bat. But it was satisfying. I liked it.

Just as I was about to sleep that night, there are some guests of my cousin who went at her house and had some drinking spree. But here comes the unfortunate part: they were all shouting while talking, as if they were not hearing themselves. They talked about sex. Completely, it destroyed my appetite to sleep.

They left by 12MN. That was the time I finally slept.

For The Past 4 Days

I know I am not yet good at being a broadcaster. So receiving a harsh comment from George Booke last Wednesday after my boardwork was something motivating for my development. It may had been hurtful, but I need something like that so I could be a good DJ. Thank you, Mr. GB, and sorry for the shame I brought you. On the other hand, I was supposed to have joined my friends from Davangels in watching a movie that day, but I did not since I needed to stay at my cousin's house where my grandmother is at as a promise. I was grateful because they understood.

Everything was clear between me and Sheena. I thought she was pissed off because. But she wasn't. In fact, after receiving my allowance the previous day, I directly invited her for a date. So, as a debut present, I brought her to Gaisano Mall Of Davao after my boardwork on a Labor Day. What a holiday! I finished watching at last the second part of Sweeney Todd - a perfect thing to wrap up my day.

I stayed whole day at my pad last Friday. But later in the afternoon, I withdrew money from my account to give it to my grandmother. My mom just sent money to my ATM. Secretly, I went to Panabo to relax and forget some of my problems for a while.

Yesterday, after my 9AM-12NN shift at Mix, I had my laundry day and went to my cousin's house to visit my grandmother again. Until now I am staying at their place. I got some Cinema One watching throughout my morning. I just hope I could go home tonight, so I could prep for the morning show tomorrow.

I think I cannot go at Celebration Church today. I am too shy to go back there after incurring a lot of absences. And I got no one to bring again. Bryan, my only churchmate, will get angry because I had promised him to have a chaperon with me.:'(

I Can PayPerPost Now!

Wow! I am so happy that I signed up under PayPerPost and get paid to blog. It is so funny I cannot even believe myself writing something for an advertiser and eventually getting paid for this service.

At first I felt discouraged on to writing reviews for products in the Internet because I thought it will make me less of a blogger if I do so. However I realized that it is not actually the case. I can even still write something about myself, you know boosting up my blog's readership and helping out advertisers as well.

There have been a lot of get-paid-to-blog firms out there. After hearing about this I tried my luck under PayPerPost. I am happy to know that in just a few days, they approved my blog and I am able to write posts for them (products and services of the advertisers). Now that I can write for them I will try my best to sell, as much as possible, the premise of each product and service.



Hmmm. What shall I do with the money? I think I would go save, so when emergency arises I have something to use. I expect too that I can gain more friends, bloggers and advertisers alike.

What do you say? I am so excited with what PPP can do to my life. I hope this would be a start of a wonderful life for me as a blogger.

What Happened To Me?

This is something really big. I apologize for having not updated this blog. Anyhoo, I am going now to narrate what had happened for over a week.

Last last Saturday evening, I stayed at my cousin's house where my grandmother is to accompany her. That time, I enjoyed watching Kill Bill Vol. 1 at Cinema One as part of my weekend movie watching. The next day, while I was at S.I.R. Matina, I waited for a text message from Gerissa to confirm an invitation from Sheena. That Sunday is the latter's debut. I was having a hard time to contact Gerissa because of my network provider's changes (on prepaid credits). Later in the afternoon, I spent another dollar for a SmartLoad, though it's painful on my post since I've already spent too much for prepaid credits.

I was at the Celebration Church attending a church service when I texted Gerissa again. She said that they were already bound to go at Sheena's new residence in Buhangin. I complained through text on why she did not inform me anything about the debut. Then, at the end of the service, I hurriedly decided to go at Buhangin, without informing Pastor Kenny. Thankfully, I was able to arrive at the place I've never been thanks to a concerned co-passenger. And I've met the debutant.

Her debut was simple yet fun. It was a bit of a reunion of some of my batchmates. Oh, I missed them funny jokes and the laughs! I was delighted to see Sheena on her gown, accepting her 18 roses, 18 treasures and 18 hearts - a new addition to the list of 18s because Sheena loved hearts. Behind her happiness was a sort of loneliness after discovering that our beloved Teacher Judith was attacked by a mild stroke lately. But all is fine. We all went home late.

My week entirely is summarized in this phrase: butterflies in my stomach. Our Monday evening was dedicated to a talent dev under Sonny B.. one of our Mix FM seniors. Then by the middle of the week, I had my shoot for the second episode of the segment Gizmos and Gadgets Southern Style where I got to talk to known people in the photography business. They were Jojie Alcantara (lifestyle columnist of SunStar Davao), Rhonson Ng (owner of Rhonson Ng Photography) and Dexter Tan (founder of Fanatics Photographers Society). I was feeling nervous along the way, but I managed. Except for one thing: my face. Sonny B. noticed that I wasn't smiling during my interviews. I should have been.

My weekend was mostly spent at the house of my cousin to accompany my grandmother there. This time, I watched X-Men: The Last Stand - the movie I've been dying to see after the first 2 X-Men's. I wasn't able to go to church last Sunday because I was broke. However, my cousin gave a little amount of money so I could go home.

Monday and Tuesday was back-to-work days. We had another session of talent dev with George Booke. I enjoyed as well my boardwork because I had callers, chatters and texters. Later in the evening, I was able to see my old friends Fling-Fling and Joy. Because of that, I arrived home by 11 P.M., caught in the rain. After all, it was happy.

However there is something that bothers me. Sheena texted me last goodbye last night about something she wanted to share to me. A gossip, maybe. I declined because I am busy of something. After that, she did not reply.:'(

During My Two-Day Absence

Last Thursday, everything just felt normal, though I felt sick that time. In the afternoon, I jammed with some DJs and listened to Crimson's rock show for the first time. My whole Friday was spent at my house. I felt lonely because Kuya Leo already left.

I went to work today. I am planning to visit grandma today...

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Smorty'd

The good news has arrived! Just after my boardwork today, I received an e-mail from Smorty. What's with it? Get paid for blogging? Well, Smorty is the answer. It is one of the best service connecting advertisers with bloggers. This is how it works: advertisers will pay bloggers to write opinion posts with links back to the advertisers site. It is all about blog advertising or "advertise on blogs". That equals to "blog for money".

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Meeting For The Next Episode

While George Booke was hosting the Midweek Countdown at the booth, we stayed upstairs to talk about our next episode segment-wise. Our headwriter, Andi, talked to us segment writers on what to talk feature in the next episode of Southern Style. As for myself, I am to feature digicams and gaming consoles. Tough ones!

Four-Day Absence To Blogging

My apologies. These past few days had been so busy for me I can't insert a second to blog for a while. Here we go with what happened four days ago.

Last Saturday, I together with Sam, my former classmate in college(but not now due to some financial problems), and her boyfriend, went to Chloe's wedding held at The Farm@Carpenter's Hill somewhere in Marbel, South Cotabato. The bride told me to go to their house in Davao for their van would deliver us at the wedding venue. We departed by 6:30 AM and arrived at the place at around 10 AM. It was just a simple garden wedding. After the luncheon, we hurriedly left due to fear of arriving in Davao by the evening. Thankfully, I reached my house by 5 PM. Not bad.

The next day, I felt a little bit ill after the exhausting journey from Davao to Marbel. Yet I still manage to wake up early and go to Mix for a boardwork. When I arrived at the station, Marvin told me that it's going to be Erin who'd do the 9 AM - 12 NN slot. Then I realized there was a new boardwork schedule for the DJs. But I am still happy I was able to see Marvin for the last time. He was to leave to leave by the next day for a job offer in Manila. I stayed at my cousin's house at S.I.R. Matina after some net surfing in the net station to visit my grandma. There I remained and slept until the evening.

I woke up Monday for a great change. I was transferred to 3-6 PM slot, Marvin's time. I wasn't used to it, really. But I still manage. By 6 PM we had our weekly talent dev with George Booke where we talked about copywriting for commercials that time.

Yesterday, I did the 9 AM-12 NN slot at Mix. I stayed there until 4 PM. Sonny, one of our senior DJs, gave some pieces of advice during Drew's boardwork. I visited grandma at S.I.R. Matina again to ask some money because our pay wasn't given yet.

This morning, I went to Bryan's house for our weekly about-Jesus session. Before that I had my first hotdog breakfast, since these past few days I am used anymore to having a brunch than breakfast. It gave me some stomach ache. Now, I get the importance of breakfast.

Tiring

Yesterday afternoon was Drew's turn for Health And Fitness Southern Style. I accompanied him to his shoot at Oroderm Hotel on his 'facial' episode. By eight in the evening, I decided to visit my grandma at my cousin's house in S.I.R. Matina and sleep overnight. Upon arriving thereat, they served me dinner composed of rice and fried egg white - my first time to have such.

I woke up early to talk to Joey during the morning show. I found out that Joey was not there and it's only Sonny. Ugh! I will not be able to tell her that I would be absent for my tomorrow's boardwork, making way for the wedding of Chloe, my friend. Instead, I observed George Booke, our talent dev master, on his boardwork.

I went back to my cousin's house for lunch and had some little sleep due to some inconvenience last night regarding my bed. I went back to Mix again to confirm Drew's presence tomorrow in behalf of me and Stephanie's approval on some changes of our schedule.

Almost Late For The Morning Show

Yeah. It was 5:59 AM on our DTR. I was able, however, to punch in for the show that starts at 6 PM. I felt I did not have any fun this morning because of the flaws I made. I am talking about of my adlibs that's ugly. Very ugly. I felt down because I think I will not be able to become a good DJ.

I watched American Idol last night. It was really good, despite of Ramiele Malubay's absence. She is my bet to win the title for this season. The remaining idols did their best. I like the performances of Syesha, the 2 Davids and Jason. I am excited for tonight's Idol Gives Back.

At Last The Day Has Ended

We just finished our shoot for the Gizmos and Gadgets Southern Style. Finally, I am able to breathe properly now.

Sick

Yesterday, after the morning show, I had this sick feeling. Maybe it has something to do with me being broke by that morning. I texted my father who's a farmer to ask money. I got some sleep, thankfully. Then, I woke up with a text message around 2 PM from Rhea, my co-DJ, telling me that we'll start our segment shoot for Southern Style today. That gives me a lot of butterflies in my stomach. This will be my first time to be on TV and to make a segment for such. I am pressured.

Later that evening, I received a small amount from Papa. He advised me to budget money wisely because these days are hard days. Rice price increases - it's alarming. After that little and uplifting sermon, I watched some TV. I watched an indie movie at ABC, then some Wow Mali! and Good Times with Mo, Mojo, Andi-9 and Grace Lee. It was really fun. Last night's episode of Reporter's Notebook is excellent. It made me think of myself becoming a reporter and showing whatever is inside my notebook. I love documentaries so much! Unfortunately, it is shown on late evenings.

This morning, I woke up with a head ache from sleeping late. But I need to go to work.

I Can't Sleep

I just finished watching SNBO's Halloween Resurrected on GMA. But I still I can't sleep. Huhuhu.

No Biggie!

After my boardwork last Saturday, Drew followed next. We had a little talk about ourselves, being a DJ. I discovered that he really wants to become a good DJ. Even the best. He wants to prove something. And it's a secret for the both of us.

My Sunday was dedicated to a whole lot of relaxation, since our shooting for my Southern Style's Gizmos N' Gadgets segment was put on hold for a while. Joey and Dax have to talk pa on the equipments. I watched some TV(whatta great Invasion: Philippines Vs. Mexico boxing fight). Then later in the afternoon, I went to go to Celebration Church. The sermon was all about contentment.

Nervous

Last night, I went to The Venue as a request by our boss-slash-mommy, Joey, and Marvin. It was my first time. I had a great time with my fellow DJs. But, deep inside, I was a bit nervous because I will be the first to have a shoot for my segment in "Southern Style". You know, I had no wardrobe and it's my first time to have a TV appearance. I am conscious on myself, being non-telegenic.

I brought the heavy burden until I had my boardwork today. I am thankful that those were lessened when Ate Mae, our payroll master, talked to me about stuffs in my school and Drew, my co-DJ, did IM me, feeling bad on him appearing on TV. Yeah! We share the same problem.

Quite Busy

After I was being treated by the "Hometown Heroes"(I am referring to Sonny and Joey), I stayed in the whole day at MIX. Wait! I as well met Monalyn at an internet cafe when I was out for a while to take some lunch. By 3 PM, I joined Marvin on his show. I realized that he is going to leave MIX na for a better job opportunity. Of course, he is with me when I first entered MIX. Marvin is irresistibly friendly. He became close to me, so leaving is really a hard task to do.

I went now at MIX for a meeting about "Southern Style". I tried to finalize my script. But I haven't yet.

Gone For Two Days

I apologize for having not updated this for two days. It's just that I did not get any time to squeeze in blogging in my internet hours due to some temporary memory loss. I was thankful because I received my allowance hours after since my last post. I stayed long for the My Mix show with Andi. Marvin was also there.

Yesterday, I had the morning show. Just when I was about to end our show(I was with Queenie), I saw Sonny, the original host of the morning show. OMG! I just got nervous in an instant. But it was good. I went after to Bryan's house for some about-Jesus session again. I came back to the station for our meeting about our first episode for the Southern Style. I had a little chitchat(and good food) with the other DJs, including Sonny who had believed that I was afraid of him. By the evening, I watched American Idol, my favorite reality show.

This morning, I observed Sonny and Joey's tandem for the morning show. They are both good - from the music to the adlibs. They treated me as well for some breakfast. That is the best part.

Hungry

I did not receive my allowance yesterday, though I am supposed to. I was a bit worried last night because there's none in my pocket but unnecessary papers. I tried to open my wallet and planned to get my last money: P10 bill(which is a bit elusive these days). Until I found something bulky. I realized that I saved P60! God is so good! I burst into tears. Despite my disobedience and badness, He still provides. I promised Him that I am going away the bad ways. I hope I could go away from it through His help.

I woke up early and managed to come early to my work. I did 9 AM-12NN slot. I am so happy because I got listeners abroad through our audio streaming. I got an advice from Joey that I can be a better DJ if I could use a word once in my every adlib. That's my weakness. I am still happy with it. I take it as a constructive criticism.

Yeah. Hungry I am. I had no decent dinner last night and breakfast today. I just hope I could get my allowance now.

Not So Fine

My Sunday was great! I am so happy that I was able to attend church service at Celebration Church. It had been a while since the last time I went to church. And I feel renewed. I shook hands with Pastor Kenny - he said he was so happy to see me. I am feel blessed by God.

I am broke now. But I think I can handle this. I hope. Today is a bit crazy day, considering that we actually had our nosebleed-causing talent dev. As usual, lagi na lang ako ang nagiging example as the worst DJ.

Had A Hard Time Sleeping

I drop here at a nearby internet cafe to share my experience last night. I went to my aunt's place to sleep with my grandma as a request. Unfortunately, I realized that there is no space for me to sleep there. I asked my grandma if I could go home instead. But I think she missed me a lot. So I gave in to her request.

I slept after Bitoy's Funniest Videos. At the sala that's so spacious I need to sleep on a 5 ft x 1.5 ft floor space provided, that is. And I need to share the space with another person! Thankfully, I was able to have a good sleep, though I am person who is very particular with my sleeping space and positions and had some waking hours along the way. I woke up with a headache. Ouch!

After taking my 'grilled' breakfast, I bade goodbye to them especially to my grandma promising her that I'll come back next weekend. I hope so.

At Last It Is Finished!

This afternoon was our photo shoot for the newest lifestyle magazine show in the south, "Southern Style". We, DJs of Mix FM, are the hosts. You know what, I hate pictorials. I mean, the ones done inside the studio. Actually, it was a field pictorial, but the attitude of the photographer is like in a studio. I don't know how to project a natural smile; that is the problem. I told them na magigitara na lang ako para makunan ako ng spontaneous. Thank God I was able to do it and I just hope I have good shots from it. Thank God we were able to finish the pictorial before it rained. Thanks to Mommy Joey and Ate Anna, our photographer, for the chance.

Now, I am going to my aunt's house to visit my grandma and eventually sleep there tonight.

Nothing Much

Yesterday was just an ordinary day. I indulged myself into some shopping for tomorrow's pictorial after my work, went home, had some sleep and woke up by 7 PM. Then, my cough is getting worse. I know God will heal me despite of my shortcomings.

I hope I can be changed.

After The Rain, There's Sunshine

We had a meeting yesterday about a new show to be shown on cable tv where we, DJs of Mix FM, are to host the new show. It's called "Southern Style", the first lifestyle magazine show in the south. I can't wait to be seen on tv, honestly. Now, I am curious on what to wear and how should I look like when actually I am not a fashion person. Ugh! It gives me some headache. Kung bakit pa kasi ako naging DJ.

I got to meet Ayme, Frieny and their friends at GS Citimall after the meeting. I returned the hanky I got from Ayme when she forgot to bring it upon going home last Good Friday at Frieny's place. I volunteered to give it to her. In return, she returned to me "The Passion of the Christ" VCD she borrowed on the same day. In addition, I promised to Frieny that I am going to buy her a B2 meal at Jollibee. So, yesterday I fulfilled my promise, so she can't ask it again from me.

I returned to the station after meeting them(including their eyeball mates from Tagum City who are previous members of our clan). I met George Booke, another DJ and our talent dev officer, to observe his boardwork. It rained so hard that evening. Still I went home by 7 PM to catch American Idol.

I was late this morning for my show because I woke up fifteen minutes before my show. I arrived by 6 PM. I still managed to have a good show, I bet, by singing the Low Tagalog version on air. This one is one of the most unforgettable boardwork I've ever had. After the show, I paid the bills and bought something at the grocery.

Work And Home

Yesterday was the longest time I have been in our booth. After the morning show, I stayed there for about 7 hours. I got to meet Joey, Marvin, Aeigh, Drew and some other DJs. Then I was asked to do a radio commercial for the client. That was my first legitimate commercial indeed because before I was only asked to read announcements-on-board or do perishable commercials(commercials that are only aired for a month).

Last night, I listened to a request show on our FM called My Mix hosted by my co-DJ Andi. Then, I tried to sneak what's on TV. There was Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Plus. I didn't like their tasks and their crying moments. My bet is Priscilla, because she has a strong personality. She is teaching a housemate lip-reading, the skill she acquired since she is deaf. I kept on laughing at Wow Mali Express. It's really a funny show.

I think we had a nice show with my colleagues this morning:).

Some Bad Luck

We got an exciting talent dev last night. However my smiles turned into frowns when I discovered that after eating at Taps and having some internet surfing at an internet cafe, I forgot to get the change worth P50 out of my dinner. When I was about to pay for the internet hours, I got only P20 from my pocket when I should have P70. I actually all have the chances to go back at Taps and get my change, but to avoid interrogations and sermons, I did not return there. Well, a lesson learned for me.

I am just thankful that my mom is going to deposit money to my bank account today. Thanks, Mom!

Back To Work!

Today is the first Monday after the Holy Week. Last night, my fever came back with a vengeance, giving me so much headache and colds I can't bear. I am thankful that there's Neozep and Biogesic all along. I realized I missed the mass yesterday for the Easter Sunday. Even if I want to go, but I am shy. I missed two services alread in the past. I know it isn't okay. I am a bad Christian. Huhuhuhu.

I watched PBB Teen Edition Plus Grand Opening last night because I can't sleep early. Honestly, I am already having my BIG 4 Choice: Ejay, Priscilla, Nan, Jieriel(the last 3 are Dabawenyos like me).

Happy Easter Everyone!

Last night, I got a terrible fever. I don't know. After I had my siesta hours, I woke up with a headache and a cold feeling. It was a difficult time for me because I got no one to help me in my sickness. So I need to go out some med, all by myself. Thanks to God because He did not forsake me; after taking some Biogesic, I felt its sudden reaction. And I was healed, just in time for the Easter Sunday(Jesus Christ's resurrection).

I was supposed to visit Bryan for our weekly about-Jesus sessions. But, I found out that he left early from their house. I went home and washed my clothes instead. I just hope I'll meet him next week because it has been so long since we had our last session. Happy Easter everyone!

My Lenten Activities

Today is Black Saturday. I am feeling sick after being caught in the rain last night while I, together with Vincent, my ex-clanmate, was going home from Frieny's place. I thought I am not going to be sick because of my strong immune system(yeah, I think). But I realized that those were just "maling akala". I realized that I got a lot of trespasses against Him. Tithing, missing church services, to name a few.

We had some VCD marathon yesterday with a couple of my friends. We watched some TV, after...while we are having our penitences. Eating only pancit, that is. I think I should have sacrificed more. I know what Jesus did.

Weak

It's Maundy Thursday. I felt weak. Maybe I was feeling uncomfortable last night during my sleep. That's me. I am not used to sleeping to someone else's house. I am contented in my own. I am going back home.

Done With The Exam and The P.A.

Honestly, I did not study in my last subject, Health Econ. But I still managed to finish early thanks to the stock knowledge. I hurried to MixFM for the performance appraisal with Joey. I missed her so much.

I am grateful that this day is almost done. After this, I will stay with George Booke for a while, then proceed to my aunt's house.

So Quiet

I went to the library this morning and I found only a few students were there. I just realized that only the undergrads are in the school today to take up their exams. The graduating students were done taking it last week, thus having an early vacation for them.

It just seemed so quiet today.

Nervous

I just don't know what I am feeling now. I am very positive that Jesus is with me now. But I don't know what to do in our exam today. And the performance appraisal is killing me. Then, I got this hesitation about transfering a school. It is Holy Wednesday, but I don't feel like meditating this Lenten week because of the pressures.

Lord, help me.

Holy Wednesday

I don't know. I cannot categorize this day as either good or bad. I had a morning show until 7 AM. Then I went to school to take exams in STS and English(actually, we just computed our grade). What I know is that I am going to be experiencing some butterflies in my stomach because there's a performance appraisal later and I got three subjects more to go.

I think this day will be a difficult one for me.

I Cried

I just came from my aunt's house. I just accompany my grandma there because she want to return back there and let a "manghihilot" give treatment to her knees and chest where she felt some pain. It's like an injury of some sort. I felt missing her, so I promised I'll be back tomorrow.

As I arrived home this evening, I watched "The Passion Of The Christ" which I planned to watch this Good Friday. I just can't wait for that day to arrive, so I watched it.

I cried. So much. Jesus really loves us all.

Exam Day

It is the Holy Tuesday, but at Davao Doctors College, we have to finish our exam week yet. Today is more of my majors: CA 121 and CA 110, Journalism and Theater Arts, respectively.

Last night, we were done with our CA 121 project and it will be passed today.

Wacky Morning Show

We were like animals who had escaped from the zoo. Marvin, Andi, Queenie and I officially started the summer with our station's tagline: celebrating 105 days of red hot fun in the sun - 105.9 Mix FM. We had a great show, I think. Andi told me and Marvin that we already got the energy and creativity, however we still need discipline. Preparation is a must.

Now, I am on to finishing our project in CA 110 at Chloe's place.

Happy And Sad "Araw Ng Dabaw"

I was late during the assembly of our parade for the city charter day of Davao City. Despite the rerouting scheme, I was able to find my team while readying for the parade. The parade started 8 AM, too late for those who arrived early at Uyanguren Ave.(the starting point of the parade). The flow of the parade was all good. I enjoyed it a lot. I had new friends, I think. After the parade, we had some small snacks at Jollibee Bolton. It was satisfying.

I already told Bryan that I can't make it to our about-Jesus session scheduled today. However, I planned something today prior to the Araw Ng Dabaw celebration: watch a movie with my ex-Davangels clanmates and go to church by 6 in the evening. We were already at NCCC Mall, but they changed their minds. They are not going to anymore watch "One Missed Call" as what we've planned early this morning. I felt bad.

Our ex-clanmate and the ex-boyfriend of Lala(the girl I love now), Jie, came in. We went to MTS to supposedly play airsoft[I don't what is it], then at Gaisano Mall to meet Lei and Mia who watched the 6 CycleMind concert and at Gimik KTV Bar. Along the way, I was already jealous and guilty. Because of the eyeball, I wasn't able to go to church. I felt a heavy burden inside me.

I should have not gone there! I was already out of their clan. But still, there I was. After a dinner at C.M. Recto St., I went home, very sad.

Stayed In The House

After my boardwork this morning, I went home immediately. I had my siesta once again. Later in the afternoon, I watched TV for a while. I realized that it's been a while since the last time I watched TV like crazy. I checked my weekend favorites(i.e. Bitoy's Funniest Videos, Kakasa Ka Ba Sa Grade 5?) discovered Kid Nation as a good show.

It was indeed a home-sweet-home experience for me.

Ordinary Yet Satisfying

I just completed all of my Finals requirements on CA 121. I am very happy. Then, I had my siesta, at last - after those busy weeks I had. By the evening, I was able to watch the final episode of Marimar. One of my favorite love team was in the Maalaala Mo Kaya's episode on being a servant to God(and I can relate to it): Joross Gamboa and Roxanne Guinoo.

Ordinary yet satisfying for me because I was able to do my obligations and, at the same time, relax.

The End Is Near

In our Social Development class, we had an evaluation activity where I'd evaluate myself in a paper and pass it to the person next to me counter-clockwise to evaluate me. I received positive comments, though. It just tells that there are people who appreciates me. Albeit some of them are unfamiliar to me, I say from the bottom of my heart, "I love 'em - they complete my college life!"*sobs*

In our Nat. Sci. class, we had our last quiz. It was true-or-false type and essay type of quiz. The Set B questions are difficult; I was expecting of some enumeration but there's none. Yeah, I studied a little for the quiz, yet there are items that didn't appear in my mind. After the quiz, I started to do my project in CA 121 as my classmates were going out of the classroom one by one. I know, I am going to miss them.

The missing feeling became stronger during our last class, Health Econ. Our teacher, Mr. Gilbolingo is an accomodating teacher, even when in the beginning of classes where I missed two classes due to some class sked adjustments. And of course, my classmates! Actually, right now, to be honest, I am having a hard time of deciding if I'd transfer to another school or not. Huhuhu.

Scared

I was thankful that God allowed me to report on our Soc. Dev. with a masterpiece I drew this morning about becoming an excellent professional when our teacher called me to represent my group for the reporting. I prayed to Him that He would allow me to do it because I want to share what professional excellence is all about to my classmates and that I would be doing it in His glory. I think I elaborated it well in the class. However, my happiness was just too temporary when I received a call slip from the guidance center. They want to see me for a follow-up on my academic performance, my dean's-lister status. I am a bit scared, really, because I am ashamed of what grade I got this sem.

We had no classes in the afternoon because there was a symposium going on in the school gym about youth and its importance to nation building. I liked the topic, though.

Of Books And Of Tardiness

I was late in my English class today. I almost missed our long quiz today. Honestly, I did cheat earlier, even if it was wrong, though not totally. I realized that I am productive whenever I have textbooks for my subjects(it happens that I don't have books in some of my subjects such as in English, Soc. Dev. and Nat. Sci. where I get low grades). And of being late? Yeah, only discipline can cure that cancer of employees and students alike. It is something not innate and we have to acquire that(the hardest part).

Why am I late? Because of the morning show. I stayed longer there to listen to my favorite tracks. Sorry, my bad! Nevertheless, my teacher spoke truth when she said in a farewell tone, "you will realize a lot of things by the end of this semester."

Pissed Off

It started early this morning when I arrived at our classroom without any equipment for our film viewing. It is because the component and the TV are still in the Gen. Ed. Office at the third floor. And our classroom is at the fourth floor. So, they advised us to call somebody that would bring them up there. We looked for some janitors or whoever who could help us at our miserable situation. I am a guy, but I cannot just carry them all. Hello? Until our teacher got pissed off, too. So, we settled to stay at the faculty room at the third floor near that office and brought all of our film viewing equipments(which are borrowed from that office). Such a waste of time!

We went to Ateneo this afternoon to continue with our CA 110 research. However, we ended up going from floor to floor, meeting some monstrous teachers. Really! I don't like them. They don't know how to treat their visitors. Now, we went back to Dr. Castro, our teacher, and ask another letter to Dr. Tiu, the person recommended by this project.

Children Of Heaven

In our CA 121 class, we watched "Children of Heaven". A cute movie, I can say. Hmm, two thumbs up? Yeah. Anyway, that's what we'll review about for our project to be passed on Friday.

I Am Not A Dean's Lister!

Actually, I was. But not now. I was shocked last night when George Booke, our talent dev trainor, told everybody in the conference room that I am a DL. I am so ashamed. I wowed them, and that means I still have to exert more effort. Ah, the pressure! So I tried to be good in our morning show today. I just hope that my listeners knew it.

Our Last P.E.

Yeah. It was our last class in P.E. forever. We played some Laro ng Lahi such as Patintero(I facilitated it) and two other familiar games which I don't know the name. I think the last one was Paint The Picture and we won. We had our pictorial at the end of the class. I was emotional, as if I felt the feeling when I graduated in high school. I was sad and happy. Really.

Though there were a lot of times that I loathe the subject because of my physical instability, I did enjoy our last P.E.

Starting Off The Week

As usual, I did the morning show with Kwini(our newscaster). There were flaws along the way, I know, but I learned to manage. After my show, I had some talk with Kwini about some stuffs that concerns our jobs and dreams(yeah, I shared to her my nightmare last Saturday evening about a sheep which eats people). I left by 9 AM to proceed with my class.

I told Ma'am Nicole about my problem on our projects. She recommended that we are all going to watch a movie tomorrow as our reference for our critical review(one of our editorial projects). Then, he dismissed the class early - Chloe was not again around.

So, I went back home to ask some money from Grandma because I discovered I was broke. Again. Gotta take some lunch.

A Blessed Sunday

I came home by 2 PM and relaxed for a while. By 3 PM, I washed my clothes while there was still remaining sunlight in the afternoon. However, in the middle of my washing-clothes activity, the sky started to darken. And it rained. I requested Grandma to cook some soup for tonight - my favorite. She gave me some money to buy ribs and pechay at the wet market in Puan. While I continued to wash my clothes, Grandma cooked the things I bought - just like the way she liked it - for a sumptuous dinner tonight. The weather notwithstanding, we both managed to finish our respective assignments.

I asked permission from Grandma that I would go at the Celebration Church and I would be back by 7 PM. Oh, I really love to be with God! Pastor Kenny's sermon was about Boldness Vs. Fearfulness, as stated in Proverbs 28:1. I went home hurriedly after the service to spend dinner with Grandma.

Tomorrow is Monday, a time again to wake up early.

Sunday Morning

I woke up by 6 AM. I wanted to wash my clothes but I know it is too late. I am going to serve a show by 9 AM at Mix, so if I was going to do the laundry job I would not be able to make it. I had some leftovers of the Jollibee stuffs last night and that was our breakfast. I shared it with Grandma who shared to me that she won't be coming back to Aunt Virginia's house because she was humiliated by the people there - her freedom was, in a way, controlled. I just hope that she would be able to stay longer at our house in Reldo, albeit I am always out for work and school and there's nobody to look after her.

I did the Sunday Rhythm and Bounce. Another bad show of mine! But I think I am going to improve. I hope.

An Early Vacation

Last night, I stayed at my aunt's place due to an invitation of my grandma to sleep there. I agreed then. By the morning, I had only coffee and as my breakfast, too unlikely for a rice person like me. I left by 9:30 AM to visit Bryan for our weekly dose of all-about-God talk. The lesson was church attendance. I realized that church attendance is not just about attending - come on time for the service, sit, sing songs and listen to the preacher. It's not that; you should be as well a part in any of the ministry of the church, and that's the definition of church attendance.

I went to our house on Reldo Village for a while to relax and take a bath. I left the house by 3 PM and went back to my aunt's place to fetch my grandma and bring her back to Reldo. I think she misses our house so much. We returned by 5 PM and waited for the free dinner my aunt's driver was to deliver later. But it's already 8 PM and the food were not yet brought to us. I am so hungry that time and I cannot wait anymore. So I went down to Puan and bought pansit, something I and Grandma could partake.

After the dinner, I texted Denna, my Aunt Virginia's house help, to bring the medicines Grandma had forgotten to bring earlier. Then, I slept.

Now, it is 10 PM and the food was delivered late. My goodness! I took some of the Jollibee stuffs they brought. The midnight snack, that is.

Lonely and Happy

I left the morning show with a not-so-harsh critcism from our 'master' George Booke who followed next for the 24K Friday. I felt bad of what I told on air, I didn't know that it was inappropriate. But the most important thing is that I learned, and I will not be doing it again.

I proceeded to the City Tourism Office with Chloe to ask some info for our project in CA 110. However, we are referred by them to an indigenous-oriented office at Mabini St. Then, we saw Papa Lench, a DJ in Davao City. When we came there, sadly, they referred us to the Ateneo De Davao University's Tambara, a publication which researches on indigenous people and their ways of living. Chloe and I decided to visit ADDU with a letter on Monday and continue in our research on the theater history of Davao.

I dropped by at Chloe's house to check the website given to us by the office that's http://www.iiep.org. But we didn't got any info of it. Instead, because I am an internet addict, I ended up checking my Friendster account there. I visited as well my ailing grandma at my aunt's house.

The afternoon, I think was the best part. I thought our Recognition Day will happen tomorrow but it's today pala. What I think is a waste of time was one of the best part of my college life as I received my first medal after two years.

Thankful

Last night, before going home, I decided to visit my grandma at my aunt's house...again to ask some money because I am broke again. It seemed like the magic of tithing does not effect on me anymore. I think that's why I said the "P.I." phrase due to being irritated of the slow connection of the internet cafe I had gone and the rainy weather(I hate mud, much more if I forgot to bring an umbrella).

I arrived there and saw my grandma and Buboy, the brother of the husband of my aunt, who just came from Tagum. They were waiting for the owner of the house to come home because the house is locked; the keys were brought by my cousin. Later, I found out that my grandma was broke, too. By 9 PM, I left because my stay there was going nowhere, except for the free food I'd get if my cousin return from shopping.

I reached the kanto, realizing that there are only a few jeeps on the road bound to my place...and I am hungry. So I went back to my grandma, expecting that my cousin(and the free food) had arrived. But there was none. I pretended I forgot something that's why I came back. They let me bring some of their ripe bananas as a dinner, in addition to the Nagaraya I had earlier.

I reached home by 10 PM, I think. I slept immediately because I am already exhausted. I ate two bananas while listening to the concert sessions of my sister in the living room(actually, I wasn't listening).

This morning, I realized that I left(due to being so forgetful) some money left on my other pants. Thanks God, really! He truly provides. That's what you'll get if you surrender your worries to Him. I thought I was going to be borrowing money from Chloe today. But I think I won't. Though it is just a small money, I know everything will be fine.

It is morning. I am back to work after my two days absence. And I am looking forward to a great day.

I Got 70!

Yeah. I was shocked when my teacher declared to me about the low grade. She was sad, I know, of my performance last pre-final period. So am I. It is something unexpected, and we both are surprised because it is my first time(and it is real pala in college). She said I missed an 80-point worth of quiz for being absent without any valid reason. It was my fault though and I am accountable for it. Indeed, you need to "expect the unexpected".

However, with that result, I got more motivated to go to school. Actually to transfer to an another school. I felt there's no point of staying at my current school now. I am so ashamed. The grade of 4.0 still resounds in my head while I was listening to my two other classes. :'-(

The raindrops keeps falling outside as I was looking at them - like my hope of maintaining a good grade slowly falling to somewhere I can't find.

Inspired

I was late in my first class(i.e. English 3) this morning, and because I was done already with my impromptu speech I continued to make my CA 121 project. After that class, my teacher praised me about my speech yesterday and she told me that I could become a good newscaster in the future. It was so touching and encouraging. In addition, he offered me to be a tutor to a grandchild of Mrs. Braganza. But still I am waiting for what God will give me tomorrow.

In our S.T.S. subject, I was less inspired because of my classmate who's having a lot of problems. I told her to give me her project output during our Nat. Sci. reporting last last week. In the form of visual aid, that is. But it seemed like I was the one who's to blame about the lost of her visual aid through the tone of her voice. Honestly, as I was answering our seatwork, I already lost my appetite in the subject.

Irritated and Sleepy

I went to the SPS Office to confirm my attendance on the Recognition Day this Saturday. I wasn't reprimanded by being late to report, but on my growing hair. Mr. Strict-SPS-Personnel advised me to have my haircut. My irritation then began there.

All is well when I came back to our class by 1 PM. Mrs. Mildred Hucamis was absent but she left us an activity. That is to make a comic strip on work motivation. After that class I moved to the next building where my 'favorite' subject was to take place: Natural Science 1. Actually, I had somewhat a little hate on the subject after getting a grade of 78 last Midterm. I was depressed. In addition, I had this very 'maldita' classmate who's always in the bad mood. Or if not, she is hard to be with because of her moody-licious attitude. Not my type of girl. However, the irritation subsided when we started our reporting through our Natural Science project(i.e. the drawing). Then, we had this question-and-answer discussion regarding different ecosystems. It was really good. I think that was the closest conversation I had with my classmates in Nat. Sci.

I don't know but I felt sleepy during my next class that's Health Economics. Mr. Gilbolingo, I bet, was quite pissed off of exhibiting a sleepy stare to him. But I still managed to get his point on patents issued by the government on medicines and the comparison between generic drugs and brand name drugs. In fact, I was able to answer his last quiz with confidence.

Now, I am dropping by at an internet cafe to check my Friendster account and write this little piece of note, ending my journey today.




P.S. Tomorrow is Thursday - the last day of my school week, yey!

A Bit Nervous

I took a leave in the morning show for two days that starts today. I was used to waking up early, so staying at home early in the morning is giving me some butterflies in my stomach. I still feel guilty of the leave for I feel it is unnecessary, though I really need to be absent and catch up on my projects. I was bit nervous now because I know my boss disagreed for me to have some leave.

We already had our exam in English in the form of impromptu speech. Thank God I wasn't able to stutter and stammer in my speech, though I unknowingly forgot to conclude my speech(i.e. summarizing my points). Until now, I am nervous because of the fear I might be reprimanded by the SPS who told me to report last Monday for the Recognition Day attendance, which I totally forgot and of going to the City Tourism Office for our project.

Of Family

I told you yesterday I was broke. So, I visited my grandma at my aunt's place to borrow(uhm, actually ask) money to spend for school. I got a small amount, but I know it will do. My visit was not merely about asking money from her - it is as well a visit to her whom I really missed so much since my aunt got her to stay at their house where she can get attention better than I can provide to her.

We had a meeting with a consultancy firm at our library. We were asked by the consultants about the school, from facilities down to its manpower. Family-wise, I can say that we still do not belong to the group because our department is left out on activities due to its small population.

I was invited by Chloe for lunch because we decided to go together and work on our CA 110 project. Chloe must be very thankful with a family that's close to each other. We went to the City Library and the City Tourism Office in Davao to continue on our research. But, we ended up bringing nothing even a single information on our research.

So I went home. Just as I was about to go to Monalyn's house and get the Nat. Sci. project I left there for some enhancement, it rained. I waited for it to stop. I arrived at her pad by 5 PM and we watched Wheel of Fortune together with her family - the kind of family that's complete and happy and I wished to have. I was also invited by them to join them in their dinner, and the jealousy went strong. I know I must not envy them, but that's what I felt. I bade goodbye to her by 7 PM.

I realized that I just missed my family so much because I was only staying alone in our house. It rained, harder than earlier. And now, I am thankful I am here in my house safely secured. Yet I am lonely.

I missed my family.

Not-So-Much Busy Monday

Monday. That means I got back to work, so I went to the station for the morning show - my Monday-to-Friday routine. The show went well, and I was satisfied with my job this morning. If there were mistakes along the way, those were minimal. So no biggie.

After that, I went to an internet cafe to surf some "Feedback"(my favorite song from Janet Jackson). And I almost forgot that we had an assignment on our major CA 121. I only got ten minutes to make it. But I made it. I was late on my class for being so forgetful. Again, I was the only one who attended the CA 121 class that time because my other classmate was busy preparing for her wedding. It is hard because, in school, there were only 2 second year students at our Communication Arts Department. And I have about two or three or four projects on our major, and one of those is a documentary on theater history in Davao. Unfortunately, the information about it is kinda vague. And me alone doing it? All I can ask now is for God to help me in this.

By the afternoon, I went again to an internet cafe to do some blogging and blog hopping thanks to our teacher who cancelled our CA 110 class for us to work on our project. And here comes my pregnant classmate, who was busy with her wedding preparations, with another task: taking care of her mother who's undergoing some chemo. All I can do is to understand. So we moved it again to another schedule.

The P. E. subject was exciting, for we played some Philippine Games("Laro ng Lahi"). I enjoyed the Punuin ng Bigas ang Sako, which is a more complex and difficult version of Sack Race. After my school hours, I went to Mix for an open-forum-like meeting where we aired our sentiments about our boardwork, performance, playlist of the station and stuff. It was followed by our weekly talent dev sessions. Again, the pressure is still there because I do the morning show. Ugh!

I came home by 8 PM. And found out that I am broke. (T.T)

A Busy Sunday(yes, I am busy again!)

I woke up early for my shift at MIX, 9AM-12NN. Though sleepy, I still managed to do my show, with the help of my buddy-slash-trainee, Rhea. I am training her because someday she is going to take over some of our weekend shows.

After my show for the Sunday Rhythm and Bounce, Erin followed for the next shift and we had a little talk before she played the song "Feedback" by Janet Jackson. I went home to get my project and bring it to my old friend, Monalyn, who will help me to 'enhance' it.

I missed Monalyn so much, and I was so thankful that I saw her once again. While we are putting colors to that Natural Science project about terrestrial something, we were laughing. Hay, I loved the bonding part so much. We have been known to each other since kindergarten. Her family is very accommodating as well.

The project was left unfinished because, by 6PM, I had to go at Celebration Church. So I promised her that we will complete it by Tuesday, right in time for the deadline of the project. I was late in the service, and luckily, Bryan welcomed me with 'open arms', after being absent in our discussions about Jesus. I mean, it is kinda embarassing to be there at their church after the absences I incurred. That's why I chose to stay at the back of the room(actually, it is a basketball court). I told Bryan of my reasons, and thanks to God, he understood my situation and he let me stay in front. I thank Him for having an understanding friend like Bryan.

Pastor Kenny's sermon was striking about availability. About making ourselves available to God when we are called by Him, that is. I am going to post something about it soon at my other blog, http://yarnhoj.co.nr/ .

A Busy Saturday

I panicked when I realized it was already 6 AM on the clock. I was supposed to wake up by 4 AM to wash my clothes. That was the plan A. But there were a lot of change of plans today due to some unexpected misfortunes - I was forced to cancel some appointments today. One of them is my scheduled research with Chloe as our project in a major subject. Thankfully, she understood my situation.

I managed to have Plan B. That is, to finish the laundry job before 10 AM and off I go to Bryan's house to talk about God. Then a tragedy happened - my room was accidentally locked where all of my valuables(i.e. my money, my school materials and the key of my room) are left there. So, I only finished half of the laundry job that includes my uniforms.

This time I prayed to the Lord and asked Him to help me on this. Then I got Plan C. I went to my father's house at Mintal to get all of the keys of our house. I gave up my communion at 10 AM twice in a row(I was absent last week) because I have to fill in Chesky's slot at the radio station. I was the last person in the station who can replace her temporarily on her absence. If I go visit Bryan, I think I won't be able to make it at MIX FM. It was painful decision, and I now I have to pay the price of being so unmindful of my time.

After my boardwork, Andi, the next dj for 3-6 PM slot, requested me to stay for a while. As a gentleman, I gave in. She requested me to do a tandem with her in the show. Then I remembered our project in Natural Science and the half of my laundry job and Ms. Alejo who's interested in buying our house and who requested pictures of it. So by 5 PM, I got out to work on these.

Plan D came in. I have to go at the internet cafe. I am going to visit Monalyn tomorrow to help me at my Natural Science project. Ugh! I just don't want to think of it. I learned a lot of things today especially Matthew 6:34. I wish and pray to the Lord that I will not be able to depart from it.

DDC CA Dept. Visits Hubport, P.I.A., Link2Support

The Communication Arts students, with their faculty, went into various industries in Davao City where communications are applied. The industries were Hubport in Matina, a business process outsourcing, Philippine Information Agency in Ecoland, a place where open forums on social issues are discussed weekly, and Link2Support, Davao, the biggest call center in Mindanao.

All is well, I can say. The free food along the way was the best part. Nonetheless, I have found great places where I could start a career in the near future two years from now. Yehey, I can't wait to graduate.

Forgetful On A Karinderya Payment

I met Fling-Fling at Puan. We had a little chit chat about some stuffs and old friends. Then I realized I forgot to pay on the meal I ate at her aunt's karinderya. Tomorrow, I'll see them at once.

Trip To Quiapo

I bought "Trip To Quiapo: A Scriptwriting Manual" by Ricky Lee out of my pay. Now, I foresee of producing a film of my own. That is my ultimate dream!

Andi's

Today is Andi's birthday. I greeted her on the morning show. She said she liked it.

Another GEB

My clan, Davangels conducted a Grand Eyeball at Bago Beach Resort. As usual, it was the same old GEB I know - you see the same faces and nothing new. I faked every smile to show I'm happy. Deep inside, I want to quit. I don't like their system anymore. Worse, I wasn't able to go for the Celebration Church's service because of that pointless GEB.

A Teacher's Birthday

Today is the birthday of my favorite high school teacher, Mrs. Judith Hilda Pastoral. As a tradition, I together with the other XYLOGZ Batch 2005-2006 of EMAR Learning Center met again. It was fun, but it had been more fun if we were complete...:(

The Continuation Of Our Discussion Yesterday

We continued discussing feature writing on CA 121. This time, it's all about kinds of features. Ma'am Nicole told us to make a feature article for each kind as an assignment. It's tough.

A Discussion

On our CA 121 subject, Madame Nicole started discussing on feature writing. For our first drill, she requested us to write a feature.

Another Scholarly Day

I borrowed Chloe's Natural Science book. I need to photocopy some of the chapters for a quiz in a difficult subject. I passed my project on CA 121 about newsleads.

Reporting In Class

I reported on Models of Listening and Symbol System during my English class. Indeed a scholarly day for me!

Kieneth's

Today is Kieneth's birthday. He is our clanmate. I expected that we'd gather as a clan. But I don't think it would be possible. Everybody in the clan were so busy.

Today Is My Birthday: My First Post

Yes. But I don't feel it's my day. Aside from being broke (Mama had not yet sent my birthday allowance), I am as well sick. All day, I just stayed at the house. I wished of a party, but I just don't have the resources. Mama has no clear plans of sending me an allowance.