2012 retreat

Well, I'm currently here in the office and I have just finished a day's work despite the fact that I have just came from a nasty flu. Since I finished before my time-out, I think I can manage to put a new entry here.

I realized that I've been into a lot of travel spree lately. Thanks to my Girlfriend. :)

But seriously, I think I have gained some new experiences and knowledge be

cause of these travels. And I think it's time for me to take travelling seriously.

I have already some travel plans for next year and I'm proud to say these expeditions are on the next level! Haha!

Wanna see the Itinerary? Then

here it is:

Ilocos Norte, Philippines

I've been here before, and the experience is really awesome. Old Houses, Old Churches, Old Traditions, Hospitable locals and awesome cuisine! The reason why I wanted to go back there is that I need to bring someone there so that she might as well enjoy the experience. This would probably be during the early months of next year.

Sagada, Mountain Province, Philippines

We were supposed to go there in Sagada last August. But much to our surprise, Mina(a tropical storm during that time.) wanted us to stay in Baguio. She did succeeded. We stayed in Baguio for the rest of our travel. We really wanted to push through but some locals have informed us that a 9-kilometer long landslide have blocked the main road going to Sagada. We have no choice but to go back to Manila half-fulfilled, half-unsatisfied. This might be also on the early months of next year.

Calaguas Island, Camarines Norte Philipines

We've been here as well last June. We had some technical difficulties before we finally had the chance to be on the island. We experienced being reprimanded by the coast guard because me and my office mates were really eager to get on the island despite a bad weather. But in the end, we had the prize. The Island was really pristine. The sands were more fine than what Boracay Island boasts. The waters are as clear as the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. I would probably take Calaguas rather than Boracay. I believe Calaguas is the best beach in the Philippines as of now in terms of of its natural features.

Boracay Island, Philippines

This is the most famous Island beach here in the Philippines. It is a world-renowned Island which is famous to foreign tourists. I believe it is divided into 4 stations and each of it has a designated purpose for the island. Personally, I've been here and the experience is quite ok, pristine sands, clear water, etc. But Boracay being famous would make it quite over crowded as well especially during peak-seasons like summer(We went there in February2006 and trust me, it's really crowded.).

Incheon, South Korea

To tell you honestly, I don't have enough info about South Korea except for its cuisine(Kimchi, Kimbob, etc.), and its pop-culture(K-Pop) which is really a hit here in the Philippines during these past few years. But I was informed by my girlfriend that we were already booked on a flight bound to Incheon, South Korea. Wow, so this means another travel experience! Yehey! Hahaha! Well, I really need to prepare all the requirements needed for the Visa application(Since SoKor reqiures Visa). I alo have to prepare for the culture I have to deal with. I'm starting to read some articles and net journals about Korea and I hope it may help me one way or another. lol.

These are the places I am scheduled to go this year. It's quite exciting to think that I would be going to these places. I really love to travel, my parents have traveled with even when I was still a kid(they also love to go to other places). That's why I believe that my destiny was to travel the world, from the grandest place to each and every nook of it.

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"Go with me and let's see the world"

Lessons

Here I go again. Another entry that would separate my personality from my job to my actual human intellectual profile.

I can really say that writing is one of my own way of masturbation, in away that it gives me an out of this world pleasure and sensation. Haha! Parang ambastos nung pagkakadeliver ko ano?

Well, anyway, I would just like to share my thoughts and experiences during the last time I made an entry up to this very moment while I am gracefully flipping my fingers to what my old man defined as "TICLADA". If that words is quite unfamiliar to you then worry not, because even I have knew that term only a while ago when my Erpat told me that "TICLADA" is the Filipino, or Spanish term rather of the English word, "Keyboard". Ooo Haa, trivia yun mga mare at pare. Haha!

As of now, I prefer to trample some lyrics and melody unto my ear through Ziggy Marley's A Lifetime. The guy really have impressed me through his musical exploits. He is one of the very precious offspring of the great Bob Marley. And for me, He is the best of Uncle Bob's children. But so much for those.

I have been living my life lately in a very different way. Well, different in a way that I can feel that I've been gradually weaning from the final stages of being an adolescent to adulthood. But hey, I can say that I am really getting used to it. And I really love it in a way that I view it as a reward and a challenge. Reward because I have finally surpassed the stage of irrationality, and a challenge because, I have to act and live like a man who have really surpassed that stage. And hey, I won't hold back. I won't reject nor quit the challenge. I will prove to my self that I am a strong dork made by Jah himslef.

I 've been to some places I never been to, and it's really enjoyable. Like what an article I have skimmed in the net, "Travel breaks the cycle of mediocrity and monotony in an individual's life." Quite true. Since I was just a kid, I've been dreaming to travel the world alone. But I think my dream have been already modified. This time, I want to travel the world together with my sweet girlfriend. She taught me that travelling will not only nurture your soul but will also make you a more compassionate and culturally-aware person. I really love that lesson I have learned from her. That's one reason why I don't want her out of my life. She is like a living and a loving lesson book which can be used to slap me as a disciplinary punishment for my errors and mistake, and may serve as well as the best lesson reference so that I may learn emotionally and intellectually. But more than that, she is my loving partner. The one that I may offer and share my love with(Then I started to sing Somebody by Depeche Mode.. Hahaha!).

She also taught me the real importance of trust and being trust-worthy. Trust is like a Helium balloon that when you did not took extra care of it and you let it fly, it would be next to impossible for you to recover it. Well, that's one reason why I look up unto her. She is one of the greatest people I have met in my life.

I just have to make her see that her lessons have not went in futility. I just hope she may see that her lessons are very helpful in me per se. I want her to see that she have really nurtured and nourished my life. I pray to Jah that He may keeps us stronger together and live a happier life together.

Ahh.. Until then guys, the year is heading unto its end. This year have been so generous and great for me. I just hope that next year would be more generous and great, or at least the same as this year.

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Thanks Jah.

This Year...

It's been a while my good 'ol friend! If I am not mistaken, it's been more or less 6 months since I last dumped some of my cognitive waste. Well, a lot has change since I visited in here. I know it's too early to have a recap of my life during this year but let me just share how wonderful things fueled my life to move forward on a progressive way.

Let me just start of this entry by telling the thing that keeps me busy right now. As of the moment, I am obviously flipping my fingers here in my keyboard and I am currently pampering my ears with Dream Theater's Hollow Years.

You might have been wondering why I opt to listen to that DT song. Well honestly, the song is quite related to my life during this past months. If there would be a song that may describe my life this past months, it would be the song from above.

I have started my year with a bang and a booze. A lot of booze. Imagine a mixture of poison such as Absinthe, San Miguel Pale Pilsen, The Bar and J&B whiskey poured upon a huge water jug, a sip of this concotion will greet you a happy new year. I really thought that this year would be the same as my past years as my Father was diagnosed with CAD(coronary heart disease) early this year.

And to add insult to the injury, the thought of being a "BUM is no fun" have infected my mind already so I set my foot of to some companies which eventually have rejected my application. Until I found a certain company which has the guts and balls to hire a degree holder like me who have chosen to jump off the bandwagon and make his own trail out of nowhere and uncertain of the path he is making.

Whoa! Could this be a blessing in disguise or a curse wrapped in a sugar coat? Shees, no matter what, I can't deny the fact that I was a BUM no more! I started off slow in my Job. I also accepted the fact that I might become a Guinea pig as I would undergo some experiments with regards to my Job. As I have expected, I went through different changes. But I can say that the changes was worth it.

Having a job that deals with a lot of writing is like a bitter-sweet lollipop. Sweet because writing is one of my passion and as well as exhaust in life as well. As for the bitter part, there are times that you need to squeeze the juice out of your brain just to be productive. I also had the chance to travel some places I really like to go because of this job. I also had the chance to meet new people. I also brought my first camera because of this job.

But what really surprised me is that I found something, or someone rather wonderful. Well, mushy as it may sound but I found my inspiration in my job. I found her, my inspiration to drive my life in a progressive way. It was indeed a beautiful surprise because when we first met, it was like a normal. I even doubted if she recognized me during those times. Like the song of the same title by India Arie, a line goes like "yesterday, I don't even know your name". But I really appreciated her from the start yet I kept to preserve the state of reality on my mind that she will be uninterested to know about me because of the following reason;

• She is older than me, about 3 to 4 years gap. So I assumed that she would prefer a guy of his age.

• At that time, she went from a broke up on her 7 year relationship with his boyfriend. Though that was 2 years ago, I assumed she was still recovering from that emotional trauma.

• She was out of my league. Just simply assumed like that.

But a vacation trip have paved a way for us to know more each other. And the rest is history. The first time I have heard the magic word from her was during a Franco gig. I have learned that I have assumed the wrong things about her. I never expected that she would like a guy like me. And I am thankful to Jah for that. Even though I was interested on her when I first saw her, I never expected that I will end up cuddling her on my arms. It was indeed a beautiful surprise.

My fallen friend have told me once that I should find something or someone to die for just to realize how precious my life is. And here She is.

I promised to Jah that I will take good care of his gift to me. I will nurture her like I do with my own life and soul. And I will promise that I will make her happy for the rest of my time here in Mortal Earth. Call me mushy, but I really love her.

I just hope that it will be the start of our wonderful life. I also pray to Jah that we may live at least a simple yet a happy life together. Thank you Jah. Keep on raining blessings!

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Thanks Jah. You'r the mon.

My To -Do-List.

(The image above is courtesy of newcreationfive17.com)

Well, It's 11 pm and I'm currently listening to Bjork's New World.


Isn't it funny that most of the time, we have to do those things that we don't prefer much just to sustain our survival? Well, for those who are lucky enough to have the profession they really wanted, good for all of you. To tell you the truth, I can feel the pressure of that. Well, let's just say I have realized lately that there are things I have that I find not suitable for my interest.

I'm not saying that I abhor these things, I just don't think I need those things for now. Maybe someday, there will come a time that I may apply those things in a certain situation.

I have promised to myself that before I set my eyes close for eternity, I will do those things that will give me satisfaction and fulfillment. I'm making up a list of my "Things to do before I close my eyes." haha! Others might call these as "Bucket List". I guess it's the same thing, only varies with the term being used. The reason I made this is because I don't want to die a mediocre. I don't want to confine my whole lifetime working just to buy a patch of land and dig my own grave. Here are the items on my list:

BEFORE I DIE, I WANT TO:

1. Go to Japan alone for a vacation - Yes, you heard it right. I want to go to Japan, specifically to Tokyo and Akihabara. Since I was a kid, it's been my dream to set my foot on Japan.















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2. Shoot the most beautiful and breathtaking place here in Earth - When I said "shoot", it doesn't necessarily mean to shoot with a gun. What I mean is with a Camera. I wish I could freeze into a frame the most beautiful place here on Earth.















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3. To perform with my band in front of thousands strong people - You see, I'm a musician. And as a musician, one of our biggest dream is to perform on-stage with thousands of people as audience.
















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4. Visit Rome and Jerusalem, as well as other historic landmarks in the world - When I was in my High school days, I used to dream being an Archeologist someday. One of my dream was to resurface the famed mythological island of Atlantis.















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5. Watch at least one Wrestlemania - Becoming a professional wrestler is also one of my dreams when I was still young. I'm a wrestling fan and one of my Idol is Hulk Hogan. But then unfortunately, that dream didn't materialized. Haha!
















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6. Travel Manila to Baguio with a motorcycle - I never had a chance to explore Baguio. I mean I've been to Baguio but we didn't stopped when we got there. So I decided to add this up on my list. Plus the Motorcycle to add excitement and adventure. Hehehe!















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7. Jump at least 10,000 feet above sea level - have you ever asked your self "what's the feeling of falling from the sky like a meteorite?" I've asked this question a thousand times to myself. And the best way for you to feel it is to try it.














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8. Go deep within the blue - The same as above, I want to experience the world beneath the vast regions of our ocean. They say, A different world awaits on you beneath the sea.
















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8. Publish a Novel or at least a book which has my name on it - Sometimes people have asked me, so what do you get from blogging or writing since you are not sure if someone has the patience to read your entries? Well I believe in Dr. Jose Rizal when he have said; "If we don't write down our experiences and our ideas, then we are no different from animals." Writing ability is one of Humankind's gift and privileges. So practice or use what have been given to you.

















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This is the complete breakdown of my To-do-list-before-I-disappear, "bucket list" or whatever you want me to call it. hahaha! It may be subjected to change. Maybe some items on my list are that shallow and non-sense to others. But for me, It meant a lot. I hope someday, I may look into this list again and finally say that " Wow, I did all of it. And I'm proud of myself."


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"Find a job you love and you will never work for the whole day again."

Midnight Express

BGM: Man in the Box by Alice in Chains
Time: exactly 1:00 AM flat

Downed 2 bottles of RH beer already here in my room.














MIDNIGHT EXPRESS WILL LEAVE SOON. PLEASE BOARD NOW. Hahahaha!


Good Evening Blogger.. or Good morning rather.. hahaha! How's life Blogger?? It's been a while since I last talked to you my good old web buddy.. You are the only one I know who had the patience to read my notes which are unlikely to be found. I don't know, maybe there are some people who have stumbled here in "bahay kalokohan". Well, I would like to take this opportunity to thank those people who patiently skimmed my entries.. and to those who didn't, you made the right choice. hahaha! Well, I suddenly got the mood to dump some weird contents of my mind(I would really appreciate if you will not include my gray matter.. hahaha!).


Lately, I had these extreme drive to move forward, I mean without looking at stops signs and speed limits.. hahaha! But I guess I can't do it alone.. I need my buddies. Haha! I believe that we will reach something, and as the time goes by, the stronger the feeling that we will make it. I Hope so.. In fact, even though one of our members experienced a major loss, We still entrust as well as offer our journey to our "Boss Upstairs." hahaha!



Right now at this present moment, I don't have any productive ideas in my mind which I can consider as an excellent input. I have a salad of thoughts right now.. From The Sex Pistols to Joe Satriani to Jose Rizal to Angelo Reyes to Asiong Salonga to Nardong Putik to RUN DMC to Pantera to Nuno Bettencourt to Marlboro Ice mint to Stevie Wonder up to Red Horse beer. Hahahahaha!



Until this certain "Mujer" have crossed my mind. The ideas have suddenly scuffled until her presence in my mind is the only remaining thought. I don't know.. There's something in her that I can't resist. hahahaha! I mean I've met a lot of girls but she is different. hahaha! I was critically stunned when I got the chance to meet her face to face. I even had the hard time to compose my self after that. hehehe.. I was silent for the whole night with limited words from my mouth. Far from my actual personality.. hahaha! Imagine this, before I met her, I can only see her on my tube. For me, She was like a common tube creature wrapped with fame having "nakaka-umay na beauty" and common showbiz intrigues. But when that time came, It was like I have said to my self; "My God.. I was enfeebled by my wrong impression for a long time." hahaha! And also knowing that I have a huge respect at her father. I look up unto his father as a Modern day hero. There's more to her personality than her appearance suggests. When you have seen her in your tube, you might say that she was like a "Mataray-Maarte-Suplada-Bratty na chick." But that was the vice-versa of her in personal. She is as friendly as you could imagine. Did I also told you na makulit din sya? Girls with carefree attitude are that hard to find sa league nila. Well, I would boldly say that she has a carefree attitiude. And I like that. hahaha! To be honest, She was one of the most beautiful lady I've met. Maybe others might say that she was not that beautiful at all.. And I don't give a foul smelling stinky as hell shit.. hahaha! For me, She is as near as excellence. hahahaha! Her eyes.. yep.. Her eyes.. It tells something.. Something interesting.. And I like that.. hahahaha!



My Oh my.. I have already accounted much of her. It might be unfair for her if I will continue this. hehehe.. Right now I'm with my 4th bottle.. hehe! Just relaxing... While Thinking of her.. XD hahahaha! And by the way, Valentines day is just some few sleeps away. Maybe there's nothing wrong in nominating myself as candidate to become her Valentine? hahaha! Yeah.. In my dreams.. XD

But Who Knows? hahahaha!

Pambihira.. Ngayon ko lang napansin.. Para pala akong High School.. kinikilig kilig pa ampucha.. hahahaha! ewan ko ba.. Nasususuka ba ako dahil sa beer na iniinom ko? O dahil sa mga kinikilos ko ngayon? hahahahaha!


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"hangga't yakap ka sinta.. Ipadadama sayo ang mga yakap ko."

-Boss Kiko M.