My Ideal Man

He is simply Atom Araullo. I wish to find someone like him someday--smart, handsome, intelligent, kindhearted, talented, athletic, has a sense of humor, and loves his girlfriend so much! :)

SPONGE COLA love

From my livejournal blog site dated April 30th, 20:22:



Songs they create, we can definitely relate,
Performances they made were really great,
OPM fans has more reasons to celebrate,
Now that SPONGE COLA music was continued to be shared.
Good rhythms and magnificent lyrics, we truly appreciate,
Every track they released gave us Last Song Syndrome days.
Captivating songs + wonderful personality brought them to success,
Outstanding achievements they received made us fans proud to say that... "SPONGE COLA is the best".
Loving them inspires our lives in different ways,
Armo, Yael, Gosh, and Chris...in my heart you'll always stay! =)

One for Hale,Hale for all =)

From my livejournal blog site dated April 3rd, 9:35



They caught my attention ever since the first single because of the catchy sound of their music. And it was the man on vocals that made me became more interested. I easily appreciated “Broken Sonnet” because of its beautiful melody. Thus, I find myself always tuning in the station whenever the song is playing. But the syndrome started when “The Day You Said Goodnight” was released and soon became popular. That was the time when I felt that a part of me belongs to HALE. Since then, I started searching and reading articles about the band. I was so glad when I found out that my cousins love them too. Thus, the opportunity to watch Hale perform came. I was with my cousin when I first saw the band. It was the Listers Grand Eyeball at Aliw Theater. Of course, first times are always memorable. I remember, we are the early birds in the venue and gotcha, we saw Champ and Sheldon coming. Meet and greet plus picture opportunity. That was so happy, unforgettable moment, feels like I’m on a high. It was officially the beginning of my Haler life. I started availing their albums, meeting co-Halers, watching gigs/concerts, reading more articles about them, watching out for the music videos, and especially listening to the music they create. I enjoy being a fan, being friends of Hale. Today, I continue to support the band, as always I am updating myself on what’s latest about them. Hale certainly knows how to make Halers smile. =) Champ, Sheldon, Roll, Omnie/Pao---HALE, my inspiration. I am pleased to say: “One for Hale, Hale for all.”

High School Musical love

From my livejournal blog site dated April 2nd, 10:35:



The things about the movie that made me love it =)

*The story is about youth days of life.
*Performing on stage is so exciting and enjoyable.
*Meeting new friends is fun.
*The songs are perfect—catchy, appealing, captivating music!
*The dances are so entertaining. It has great beat that can make you dance too.
*It talks about the wonderful meaning of friendship.
*Share your talents and be proud of it.
*Dealing on confusing times in our life…handling and thinking about it carefully!
*School is fun!
*Enjoying life…
*There are stories and advices that we learned from people older than us.
*Don’t stick to the status quo…there are more to discover about life.
*Appreciate the things and people in your life. Be thankful, you are blessed because you have them.
*Troyella’s love story is so cute! I super love the couple...=)
*There are rivalries, competitions, and challenges! Cool!
*It gave me confidence and inspiration.
*Understanding and forgiveness;
*Dreaming… and believing it will come true.
*High School is definitely a memorable period in our life.
*Family, friends, teachers, loved ones—they are part of our lives!
*Love, life, relationships! Awesome!

I’ll forever be a High School Musical supporter, because “once a wildcat always a wildcat!”

Confessions of a Frustrated Blogger

As I walked in a bookstore, I found a magazine that featured an article on "How to start a blog?” I have passion for writing, but I only write when I feel like I want to, it take months for me to come up with a topic. When I was young, I had diaries, I wrote poems and stories, and I composed songs. The creative side in me started early. But to my regret, I never pursued it. I never tried joining any journal clubs, or even submit articles; the main reason is because I didn’t find my write ups that appealing. At 19, I hope I can write an article for a magazine/journal, and talking about bigger dream, someday, I would like to publish a book. I’ve wrote random blogs in different sites. I love writing. I like to express my feelings and thoughts through blogs. My problem was I never maintained those sites. I posted blogs, but after few weeks, as I read it again, I felt timid on what I’ve written. I felt that my topics were dull and boring. I always wanted to come up with a subject that one could relate or appreciate. But now my point of view changes, this is my blog, there’s no rule in blogging, this is mine, this is about me, this is about my opinions, and this is spontaneous. As Patty Laurel’s blog site says “Come waste time with me.” Thus, I’ve make up my mind that I should maintain this site. I was so inspired by my favorite people’s blogs (Patty Laurel, Bianca Gonzalez, Lia Cruz) and of course lovely people from our clan (Tita Mirla, Ate Tats, Ate Apol, and Ate Andrei), see how creative writing talent runs in the family. They were really good in writing, they’re words are perfect enough for a cool, interesting article. Therefore, I’ve decided to pursue the craft. This will help me to practice and develop my writing skills, which is by the way I really need because I’m currently on process of thesis writing. Right now, I have lots of topics I want to talk about through blog, I’m looking forward to post those and see how my writing skills will improve. I know this is an effective way of learning. This could be the first step as I pursue my writing career. Now, my dilemma is how to end up this blog, so I guess I’ll finish it here.

Happy birthday..Let's partey!

To one of my best friend, Ma.Laurece Caibigan(3rd fom left),thank you for being a wonderful friend. You deserve happiness. I'll see you later. SFC, let's partey! :)

To my first college friend, Christine Perez (3rd from left, sitting), you've been a very good friend to me. I always appreciate you the way you appreciate me. Enjoy your day.

To my high school girlfriend, Melsheena Rodenas (1st from left) I major miss our bonding moments! I hope to see you soon, let's share more kwentos. Have fun today. Treat me when we hang out. ;)

To Alfonso Tomas "Atom" Araullo, one of my favorite people, who just replied from my birthday message to him, thanks for being an inspiration to the youth. You're looks, talent, and intelligence make me love you more. You're an ideal man to every girl. I love you and Patty. Have a blessed birthday.

To all I have mentioned, you deserve a great birthday. I wish I can be with all of you today! Anyway, you can treat me any day. Haha, just kidding. I love you all. Hugs and kisses.

Slow Down

Since I was a child, I considered myself as a music lover. Up to this day, I am a typical teenager who appreciate OPM bands. I never thought I would major love them, that I found myself as a fan turned stalker.

The early days was "What I see, is what I get", but when I got starstruck by Yael Yuzon, vocalist of Sponge Cola, my fanatic lifestyle became "The more I research, the more I can get." I guess that was the start of my life as a stalker. The early gig moments was exciting and fun filled, especially when I get the chance to talk to them and take pictures with them. There were times that I attend two gigs per week. I never regret those days that the band made me happy, the days when they let me feel that I'm a friend, and not just an ordinary fan. Of course, I get the chance to meet co-listers, wherein we called ourselves as gig mates, the friendship we built is truly treasured. During those times, I'm always present when there's a gig around the metro. Even though it would be my first time to go to a certain place, I would make efforts just to know where it is, because I know I'll be happy.

One day, I felt everything has changed, I can't decide immediately if I'll attend the gig though the location is few meters away from me. That happened when I felt my study habits was suffering, when I felt afraid as I go home late, when I refuse to join my barkada in a hang out because I'm going to attend a gig the next day, when I spend lots of cash as I travel to different places. Since then I decided just to slow down,to say no. A gig mate once told me,when we were deciding whether or not to attend the gig "Parang ngayon ko nararamdaman yung pagod, parang sayang yung efforts kasi hindi naman natin sila masyado nakakausap." After sharing our dilemmas, I tried to ignore gig scheds, and I felt fulfilled when I can't miss the band, and when I don't envy my gigmates who have attended the gigs.I overcome my attachment to them. It's back to normal, I'm now once a stalker, and now back to being a proud supporter. It felt so good that I had take it slow.

Anyway, I would like to thank the band for appreciating me the way I appreciate them, and especially the gig mates who'll forever be my friends.To my favorite band members, Yael of Sponge Cola, Yan of Pupil/Archipelago, Champ of Hale, thank you for making my fanatic life such an awesome experience. I'll see you in next gigs.