Bilib Ako Sa 'Yo Rustom

I was on my way home from Cainta yesterday when I happen to catch a glimpse of the movie “Bilib Ako Sa ‘Yo” being shown in the bus. The local movie stars “Bad Boy” Robin Padilla and Joyce Jimenez accompanied with a so-called power cast like Eddie Guttierez, Dennis Padilla, Jun Arenas, etc. It’s pinoy and it’s Robin so definitely it’s action. Suddenly, I remembered the comic strip Pol Medina did regarding Pinoy Films in his Pugad baboy series. He listed common plots, themes and inconsistencies that became consistent among Pinoy tagalog action films.LOL. I don’t really watch pinoy movies nowadays, well, I really don’t have time anymore and yeah, they’re a bit predictable. Same story, same plot, same motivation – same “Sumuko ka na! Napapligiran ka na namin!” Hahaha.

Anyway, what really caught my attention was Rustom Padilla. Yep, Rustom and Royette was part of the support cast. Rustom was still Rustom in that movie and oh my, he is really such a gorgeous fellow – nice bod, cute face and apparently the “bad boy” image of the role really fit him. It was kinda funny because when I saw Rustom in the screen I gasped like “Shet, ang gwapo ni Rustom” and the guy beside me agreed verbally “Oo nga eh”.Haha. I guess that would be the common reaction when we watch Rustom’s old movies because we all know now who he is or what he has transformed into now. Lol.

Rustom Padilla when he still existed.Lol.

I only saw like around 15 minutes of the movie because I rode the bus from Cubao and will drop myself off Megamall. And I happen to see only a few scenes of Rustom there, maybe 10 frames as the story progressed but really I was smitten and swooned over. “Sayang! Amf” was all I can comment and perhaps I really don’t understand the development of Rustom to Bb Gandanghari. Hahaha.

I couldn’t get it off my head that I even discussed it with the friend I met up with in Mega. He said I should watch “Mistah” because that’s where Rustom is at his best. Hmmm…I’m intrigued and most probably would try to watch that movie. Hahaha.

I kept asking “why?!”- there are only a few guys left in this world. Women outnumber men now and what’s sad is that those “worth” pursuing are apparently in the same league with girls. Lol. (Actually, those you are interested with are not interested with you and those you’re not interested with are just around you. Nyahaha. Life’s unfair. Amf.)

I remember a quotation I saw online – “Men are like parking slots. All the good ones are taken or either turned themselves into women and the rest are handicapped”. LMFAO. (Okay, I just added the “or either turned themselves into women” but it’s basically the same thing. What’s left are handicapped. JOKE!) That is why I’ve already accepted my fate to be a spinster. I‘ve given up on men. I’d rather be alone than have hypocritical self-righteous bastards beside me. Haha. Just joking. With regards to that, I leave it to God. My lovelife in in His hands. Hahaha.

Anyway, so back to Rustom. Sometimes, I wonder what happened. I mean how, when, WHY?! Hehe. So many unanswerable questions. He was the most handsome among the Padilla brothers but now he is the most beautiful and even more gorgeous than former sweetheart Carmina Villaroel. LOL. A few pics I got from the internet. Bb Gandanghari formerly known as Rustom Padilla. Tsk. (I really can’t help but feel regretful.hayz.)

You can visit Bb’s flickr page Here

I was wondering isn’t it possible for him to be “gay” yet remain as handsome meaning not “cross-dress”? Do you think it would have been better that way? I mean I know there’s a lot of celebrities like that, right? They kept their physicality yet they’ve stepped into the gender borderline already. But it was his choice so nothing we can do about that.

I do not mean to offend anyone, I am just stating my opinions. I liked Rustom - like any other girl would after seeing his handsome face - and seeing him again just piqued my mind. But as the saying goes, “Nothing is permanent in this world except change”. I guess people just really need to find themselves so they can find their purpose in this world. At least we got lucky to know a certain Rustom Padilla even for a short while.Hehe.

Highschool Reunion : IV-St. John

After 11 years, we finally get to see each other again.lol.


We had our highschool reunion last Saturday night, December 19. It has always been planned but didn’t had the chance to materialize except now. Thanks to Charmie Palis, we had the chance to see our highschool classmates again.

I came from work that day. I requested to go on half-day so I can travel back to Los Baños mid-afternoon. Traffic was bad -Ugh. My butt hurt from the long sitting on the bus which from time to time moved forward like a turtle. I guess I’m not used to long travels anymore as it had been 4 years since I last went back to LB. I didn’t have reasons anymore to go back – my parents and siblings have migrated to Manila two years ago. Only my youngest brother stays in LB during weekdays because he is still attending school in UPLB.

I basically grew up in Los Baños. I think we migrated there when I was around 5 or 6 years old or maybe earlier but that is only what I can remember.

Actually, the plan was we will be holding a reunion 10 years after graduation. Apparently it had been delayed by a year. Haha.

I didn’t have much news or update about our classmates after graduation except for the core group I belong to and those people I normally see within the area. You know how suddenly people are scattered after graduation – different colleges, migration plans, unexpected circumstances, etc, etc. So it was actually great that somehow, Charmie found a way to round us all up for a reunion.

So what should I expect? Who will I see? I didn’t know who will come. I wasn’t expecting everyone to be present since I know some of our classmates are already in abroad. And I don’t know how far these people have migrated themselves. LOL.

OMG! Clean Fresh Air! …can’t … breathe… need…pollution… LOL. ~I normally crack this joke whenever I go back. Perhaps that’s one thing I miss most living in LB – clean air. Haha.

Everytime I visit LB, I always say to myself – if I ever want a simple life again I’ll go back here. But there had been a lot of changes already since I was last here. One will notice how commercialized it has become. And traffic is as bad. Oh well, I guess that is really the trend for development.

Anyway, when I arrived at the meeting place, Lacxo Bar in Grove, College, I saw familiar faces. And shamefully to admit I did forget a few names. ~Gomen! Haha. But I caught up by quietly listening for the first 30 mins so I can overhear other people mentioning their names. LOL. Because I didn’t want to ask. HAHAHA.

There was food and videoke and people kept coming one by one. Head count attendees reached to 24 – almost 50% of the class. Some couldn’t attend due to prior engagements and as mentioned some were already out of the country.

We were all happy to see each other and then reminisce the so-called highschool days. We laughed at our mischievous adventures and tried to remember unforgettable experiences that we all went through. We also had an “update” session to which each one was asked to talk about themselves, what they had been up to, where are they working and living now, what are they doing and other things they can share to the group.

It was fun to see also that we had classmates who became real lovers after highschool. And the “chismosa” and “chismoso” that we are, we probe on their love stories and required them to spill it out. LOL.

It was nice to know that everyone had made a career for themselves. Some had been blessed to have their own family and kids. Maybe one day we can hold a reunion that would include their babies so everybody can see.

hs ex-lovers.lol.

All in all there was minimal change. We still looked like the 11 years were just a year ago. We still looked like how we were in highschool. A bit different maybe – due to maturity, experiences, fashion and probably environment but in a nutshell everyone stayed the same – personality-wise. Edgardo still talked slow, Maryann A. was still funny, Vichel, Maricel & Maryann I. are still the quiet ones.LOL. Of course, I belong to the loud mouths along with Reinford, Maan and Jessica. HAHA. Abeleah is now a girl (not that she had gender change but before she was a bit boyish.haha) and Filipina – WOW – is now an officer of the law. Too bad we didn’t get to be completed but hopefully, by next year, there will be more attendees. Well, we decided to hold a get-together yearly and by next year there is already a pledge for a resort venue thanks to Mommy Charisma (she was our valedictorian and we call her mommy because we look up to her). Wee!

And what is a reunion without narcissism? Photo ops were rampant – for remembrance. LOL.

ford,cha & maan

 

At 3am, we called it a night. Until next year. Hehe.

More photos will be posted in my Multiply Account as soon as I get it.

Epilogue:

Reinford, Maan and I spent the night at Charmie’s house, just like we do before. Of course we didn’t sleep because there were a lot of stories to tell and to remember. Besides, it will take me long again to come back. Maan left around 5am to go back to QC. Rein and I decide to leave after lunch because we still want to have brunch – HAHA – just like the old days. Cha’s house was our headquarters. We normally hang-out there to do nothing but raid their refrigerator for food. LOL. We laughed when we remembered how her older brothers would scold us because we were still up in the wee hours of the night laughing and making noises when everybody else was sleeping. HAHA.

We left by 1pm because I still had to go to Makati for an errand then to Megamall to meet my brother and to catch a glimpse at the Christmas Toycon 2009. I didn’t get to cosplay since I came from Laguna but I still saw Vince and still had a set with him for the holidays. I’ll be preparing for the next con by January. Until then~ ja mata!

Tips for making Good New Year's Resolutions

Yup, 2010 is just around the corner. Three weeks to go - woohoo! and goodbye 2009. Well, 2009 seemed to past me swiftly. It has been a rigorous year but it is probably one of the best years I've ever had. Now that 2010 is just a few days away, I suddenly thought of starting my New Year's resolution already or if not, just plan about it for the moment.

Anyway, we all know that every year we normally come up with these so-called resolutions for the upcoming year. We make up a long list because as I remember it's normally part of a school project. Haha. But the question is do we even achieve these goals we had thought about?

I'm probably one of those millions who will say "Errr..not really." (Shame on me. Lol).But it's never too late to try right? haha.

So before I start listing I would like to share some tips on how to make good new year's resolutions. I found this site myGoals.com and it shared a few pointers in trying to achieve our next year objectives.


Tips for making Good New Year's Resolutions

There is a right way and a wrong way to make a New Year's resolution. Here are a few expert tips to see that your resolution actually makes a difference:

1. Create a Plan


Setting a goal without formulating a plan is merely wishful thinking. In order for your resolution to have resolve, (as the word "resolution" implies), it must translate into clear steps that can be put into action. A good plan will tell you A) What to do next and B) What are all of the steps required to complete the goal.

2. Create Your Plan IMMEDIATELY


If you're like most people, then you'll have a limited window of opportunity during the first few days of January to harness your motivation. After that, most people forget their resolutions completely.

It is imperative that you begin creating your plan immediately.

3. Write Down Your Resolution and Plan

Find a way that will help you formulate a plan, which you can stick to. You can commit your resolution and plan to writing someplace, such as a notebook or journal so it may help yu remember of your goals.

4. Think "Year Round," Not Just New Year's

Nothing big gets accomplished in one day. Resolutions are set in one day, but accomplished with a hundred tiny steps that happen throughout the year. New Year's resolutions should be nothing more than a starting point. You must develop a ritual or habit for revisiting your plan.

And finally...

5. Remain Flexible

Expect that your plan can and will change. Life has a funny way of throwing unexpected things at us, and flexibility is required to complete anything but the simplest goal. Sometimes the goal itself will even change. Most of all, recognize partial successes at every step along the way. Just as a resolution isn't accomplished the day it's stated, neither is it accomplished the day you reach your goal. Rather, it's accomplished in many small increments along the way. Acknowledge these incremental successes as they come.

So, what do you think?Are these tips helpful? Did it give you a new motivation in trying to accomplish your New Year's resolution? Well, I hope. Lol. NYR's are not mandatory but at least it helps us set goals in our lives. Remember, we should always have a purpose to prevent us from going off-track. We may not be vigorous in making them happen but at least we know for ourselves that we have things we would like to reach and finish doing. We all have to start somewhere, right?

With all that shared, I would have to start doing my NYR. And oh boy, I'm sure it's gonna be long. wah!

How to Stay Young

When people ask me how old I am I usually throw the question back and ask them "How old do you think I am?". The answers vary and amusingly they normally don't get it correctly.LOL. And what's more comical is the reaction I get when I tell them the fact. It's quite flattering to hear people say that I don't look my age and that I can still pass as a juvenile.LOL.

Truthfully, if people met me like nine months ago, they would probably say a different thing. You see, I've been through some mumbo-jumbo experience the early months of 2009. It was shocking but at the same time it was the beginning of liberation.I've always called it a "blessing in disguise" as I've been really blessed after.

Anyway, I've always described myself as a relatively happy person. I've always been optimistic on things.Yeah, I still grumble, rant and complain but after letting out the disgust and stress - that's it. I move on, laugh about it and throw it over my shoulders. As I've always said, I don't want to stress on things I can do nothing about because that's just how things are. Shit happens but it doesn't mean you stay with it. Life is too good to be wasted on umworthy things. The world is full of things to discover and learn and we only have limited time to do it in this lifetime.

But don't get me wrong. I'm not the all-out happy-go-lucky type of person. I'm an OC and I think about things seriously and intensely. I plan things and I make very careful decisions in my life. I'm a bit uptight sometimes but I can be carefree, spontaneous and impulsive at times too. Yup, I'm a walking contradiction and sometimes we just all have to be. haha. What I'm really saying is sometimes we have to learn to let go and be impetous in having fun and being free.

I received this forwarded email and it inspired me to write this blog. I do not know the author but anyway I think it is worth sharing. When I went through it, I couldn't help but agree that most of the listing is absolutely true. And subconciously I've come to realize that I've been doing these things already. Maybe that's why I don't look my age (Okay don't go researching how old I am now. HAHA).

So here, I'm posting this so you can ponder upon it and probably live by it.

How to Stay Young
-Anonymous

1. Throw out nonessential numbers. This includes age, weight and height. Let the doctors worry about them. That is why you pay 'them'.- haha. I've actually stopped counting. I am not old. I am just numerically altered. LOL.

2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down. In addition, leave those user-friendly people that suck up all your aura, chakra and energy. You don't need them. Surround yourself with worthy beings.

3. Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever. Never let the brain idle. 'An idle mind is the devil's workshop.'

4. Enjoy the simple things. Be it a simple text froma  friend, a swift kiss, a warm hug and a cheerful hello. We all just have to be contented and accept things as they are and not expect too much especially when we know it's impossible.

5. Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. They say that it only takes 17 muscles to laugh while frowning uses 43 muscles. So instead of frowning and stressing yourself with small things - just laugh about it. You'll just have wrinkles and look old. Believe me this really works. Also, being cheerful reflects your inner personality and shows in your physicality.It's natural skin care. No need for botox or face lifts. Hehe.

6. The tears happen. Endure, grieve, and move on. The only person, who is with us our entire life, is ourselves. Be ALIVE while you are alive. There comes a point in our lives when we seem to lose hope and give up. It's either because we can't seem to handle the trials that come our way or someone has hurt us deeply. It's okay to cry as it will help you relieve the depression and sadness. But after that, wipe your tears, blow your nose and move on. There is no point dwelling on the what ifs and whys. Never let tribulations get the best of you. You hold your life and future and all you have to do is be stronger. Seek Him and He will definitely guide you.

7. Surround yourself with what you love - whether it's family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever. Your home is your refuge . No place like home as they say and being around things and people you love equals happiness. You've work for it so you deserve to enjoy whatever perks that comes with it.

8. Cherish your health. If it is good, preserve it. If it is unstable, improve it. If it is beyond what you can improve, get help. Work hard, party harder but do not forget to keep your health in a condition that is better.

9. Don't take guilt trips. Take a trip to the mall, even to the next county; to a foreign country but NOT to where the guilt is. We need to enjoy life without the guilt. Spend, indulge, glutton - you earned it so enjoy it while you're still alive.

10. Tell the people you love that you love them - at every opportunity. Life is short, unpredictable and we have no control over it. So as long as there's opportunity, grab it.Tell people how much you love and care for them because we'll never know what tomorrow may bring and there might come a time we might not be able to say the things we should have said to important people in our lives because we procrastinated.

11. Don't waste time finding fault with others - they can usually find fault with themselves just fine. Try something challenging- LOOK FOR THE GOOD IN EVERYONE! Give people a chance. People are relatively good and we all just have to be optimistic about them. Who knows, maybe it's God's way of touching that person's life - through you.

AND ALWAYS REMEMBER :

Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.


Keep in mind that all we have to do is live life to the fullest each day. If you're having trouble, there's only one thing to do -  Lift up all your worries to Him and he will carry it for you.

Worry about nothing, pray about everything !

Smile. Laugh. Live. Stay Young.

My So-called "Christmas" Wishlist

Okay, so it’s the 1st of December. Only 24 days to go and it’s Christmas. And as usual, ‘tis the time of the year where people start freaking out. Why? ‘Tis the time of the year where pockets are emptied and wallets have holes in them. ‘Tis also the time of the year where normal people suddenly have super powers – invisibility – haha-to hide from the hundreds of nephews, nieces and godchildren that also amazingly have acquired super powers too – multiplicity and teleportation. LOL.

Anyway, I normally don’t do Christmas wishlists. It’s not actually just for Christmas but for the whole duration of my life -things I want to own and buy or acquire as a gift. Well, I’m a utilitarian. I’d rather tell people what I want so they may have ideas on what to give me because I want those things to be put into good use. At least, I would always remember the person who gave that to me whenever I use it. At least I’m not just gonna smile and say “thank you” and then put it in my closet just to be full of dust and cobwebs.

My wishlist should have been longer but for the meantime, I’ll put those things that I really want, if not for this year, up to the next 2 years maybe. HAHA. I’ve arranged the list according to my utmost desire to have it.

10. Gym Subscription. I just want a fitness program to keep me toned. I need exercise - really. I’m actually planning to go into boxing and Muay Thai. I do hope I get a chance to do them.

'gonna kick some ass

9. Jacket. Bunny, Bear & Kitty jackets!

8. Boots. ‘nuff said.

7. Ked’s sneakers. I have always loved Ked’s and I need to replace my worn out one. I want pink or red. ‘tis my favorite colors. Teehee. Or if there’s a customizable ked’s here, then I want one with cat prints.

6. Cellphone. Hmmmm…I just lost my fones yesterday. But it’s okay. I do want a high end phone but then again I don’t mind either if I only have the basics. After all, I just need something so people can contact me and I contact them. Also, it wouldn’t be that a disappointment if ever it gets lost or stolen again.

5. Wigs. I want to collect a few pieces I can use for cosplay. Hihi.

4. PSP. Just to keep me occupied when at home.

3. Creative Zen mozaic MP3 player. So I don’t have to listen to “Flashdance”, “What a Feeling” and “September” 50 times a day.lol. Not that I mind. I love the classics every now & then but everyday, every hour?

2. Laptop. So I can go home early, take home work and be back in my virtual, online life. Lol.

1. Canon 450D. My ultimate goal - a DSLR. For narcissistic purposes. LOL.

P.S. Did you notice something particular in this blog post? LOL.