Bwahahaha.

The best relationships thrive on humor. That's not just romantic ones, either, but also the one you have with yourself. Find the funny part in your latest romantic mishap, and have a chuckle.

Been there done that. I have a teeny-weeny problem though... I cannot seem to escape the "humor" that I was left with and for some unexplainable reason, there still are a few people who think WE BELONG TOGETHER. I hate to burst their bubbles but... He's not that into me. Haha.

You waited too long to make the move... you ended up in the "Friend Zone".
- Joey (on Ross' admiration for Rachel), Friends

Yeah, being in the "friend zone" is really a bummer. Especially when you didnt intend to be in it.

Horoscope for Tues:
An authority figure who is either brand-new or has recently been promoted may have startled those of you who aren't used to being so conventional. The good news? You'll come to absolutely love it -- and them.

Sir Obieta is that you?!

Like Father NOT Like Daughter

"Yung typical na artist.. mahaba un buhok na ang dungis tignan..."
-Dad's comment on an acquaintance he bumped into yesterday

Nasamid ako. Dad just described the men I'm usually attracted to but the difference is.. he described the person with a hint of non-approval. Naalala ko din before he said, "Wag ka magdadala ng parang madugyot tignan na rocker sa bahay ah?" He was kidding but I knew that it was half-meant. Nakakatawa talaga. Looking back, I was attracted to a lot of madugyot persons.

I think it's a good thing. Although I get attracted to a bunch of oddies, I can proudly say that they have their own "winning points". Parang Miss Universe ano? Basta ang common denominator lang, they prefer to look "rugged".. un "im-not-metrosexual-i-dont-exert-that-much-effort-but-i-know-im-cute" kinda guys. Siguro un ang mali. I should date more "business-like men", un talagang mukhang mabango (pero mabango naman un mga dugyot guys ko e, mukha lang hindi! haha). Un mga sasabayan ako sa aking kakikayan. Tama, tama.

Therefore, I should look for someone in the law school. Ayun pala e no? Ang dami pang sinabi, ia-announce lang pala na "predatory" na rin sya. Thanks dad for influencing me. I have decided... no more ARTISTS. Although I think "landscape artists" don't count. (winks at Haze). And writers too. Uhm, ok ok.. I still think I'm meant to marry an artist... only that this time, this artist owns his own gallery or have published his own book and wears crisp yummy-looking long sleeved tops..plus, he loves fine dining too.

Just Like Heaven (It's a Wonderful Afterlife!)

I liked it. It's not super chick flick. Highly coincidental but pleasant. Pepe's and Kiboy's "Awww.." will forever haunt me. What did I love about it? Its humor and its way of making a predictable plot tolerable. Plus the fact that the "garden" that Jack created (because he's a landscape artist) was literally JUST LIKE HEAVEN that it took my breath away.

FAVE QUOTES:

• God made alcohol as a social lubricant. To make men brave, and to make women loose.
• I know what my unfinished business is... YOU.
• I was dead and YOU saved me.
• Unclassy and predatory... two characteristics that men love.
  

MY PAIN IS NO WORSE THAN EVERYONE ELSE'S

I find it tiresome when people parade their agonies for public viewing; the last
thing I want to evoke is pity. We are all the walking wounded, your pain is no
worse than everyone else’s. - Jessica Zafra, Twisted

I am constantly reminded of why I adore Jessica Zafra. She has the gift of saying the things that I would wanna say but I fail to say because I am not as eloquent and as witty a writer as she is. This is exactly my point when I tell people that I dont want to be a burden to anyone. I think we all have our pains to endure and as much as I would want to think that I am suffering more than other people, it's never verifiable. Therefore, I convinced myself that we all are suffering in different levels but at one point in our lives the pain that we feel will be similar to that of what everyone else is actually feeling. I dont think i have any right to feel pity for myself and accept pity from other people because WE ALL ARE SCARRED. We rely on each other once in a while... ONCE IN A WHILE being the operative phrase. In the end, it's just all YOU. or in my case, ALL ME.

A COMMENT on a COMMENT.

This is a COMMENT on A Subject that has no place in the Academe

This is an interesting comment that was published in Inquirer last 30th of November. The first time I read it, I told myself.. "you have got to be kidding me." How could such words come out from a UP student who of all people SHOULD KNOW the importance of being able to RESPECT people from all walks of life. I tried to look at it in his perspective, but still. The subject of Gender and Sexuality is not TABOO anymore, nor should it be discarded as a subject that's meant to make a mockery of the academe... I believe it's about time that we explore that area.

I dont want to judge him because of his religious background, nor should i judge him because of his course (ive got friends who are taking up MBB) but I couldnt help but think of the people he indirectly judged when he wrote these words. I mean come on! He cant just go on making all these claims and back it up with JUST BECAUSE right?

I know it is cruel but baby, sexy stars know A LOT about GENDER and SEXUALITY. If your standards of intellect only include being prim and proper, than that's a problem ON YOUR PART.

I hate know-it-all brats. And i hate know-it-all-self-righteous brats more.

Pain my Love... You Should Pain My Love... (Yuckers!)

It's time to shake off those why-oh-why-can't-I-find-love? blues and take up a
happier tune. Think of what you've got: Count all the ways your life is great,
and all the other kinds of love you have.

Ayun o. Sapul nanaman ako. Argh.

I'm in the library and as much as i hate to admit it, i am not enjoying my surfing time as much as I would enjoy it if I'm not thinking of the fact that I should be in class right now. Kay saklap na tadhana. But it's all good, i deserve a break after my "commuting stint" today.

Carmi was telling me last night about how "strong" I am because I am able to handle the "peculiarities" in my life right now. It just made me think of how I really have grown as a person and how i managed to train myself to have high tolerance for pain. In my opinion, it just takes a li'l focus and then you're all set. It's like training yourself to endure a REALLY COLD shower back when the heater's not working. Until now I can stand a cold shower without the usual jumping around attitude. I think it's always the same with pain. At times you feel the urge to cry and wallow in pity, you have to give in once in a while but you also have to know how far you can go before breaking down. Parang derma lang yan, sabi nga ng dermatologist ko, "Mataas daw talaga ang tolerance ko for pain."

Nakakabother.

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images from Post Secret

GOODbyes.

Whoever came up with the word GOODBYE must be a man who loves irony. I dont understand why it's called a GOODBYE when in fact, people generally don't feel GOOD when they say it. Why can't it be BITTERBYE? Or Sadbye? or Badbye? Oh don't worry, I'm not depressed. It just came into mind on my way home. I was texting this friend kasi of how uncomfortable I am with goodbyes.
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Yesterday, I learned a very important pickup line from Ana. Actually, she just heard it from Rx but i feel that it's one of the most, if not the most, brillian pickup lines ever...

"Fuck me if I'm wrong but is your name Michelle?"

Why do i think it's brilliant? Because it's so modifiable to suit your needs... For example..

1. Treat me to dinner if I'm wrong, but are you Chad?
2. Buy me a drink if I'm wrong, but is your name Charles?
3. Take me home if i'm wrong but are you also from (insert your school)?

Diba? Diba? Ang brilliant e!
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Woohoo, NO LEGAL WRITING tomorrow. I shall therefore relax. Just Like Heaven, here we come!

Dagdag Pahirap sa mga Gift-Givers...

Just like what i said, my LIST isnt complete yet .. therefore to continue on my "bratinella moment, I also have a wishlist for next week's "MINOR GIFT-GIVING". The theme's "mga sumikat na bagay nun gradschool" therefore...

1. yoyo
2. barbie doll
   
3. carebears stuffed toy (please, wag ewoks) ITO NA TALAGA ANG PINAKAGUSTO KO.
   
4. bubble thingie
5. lusis
6. jumping rope
7. tito,vic and joey shirt from "Branded" sa Market Market ko ito nakita.
8. tarot cards
9. wig
10. Fairytale book
11. magic wand
12. walking doll
13. WWE (then WWF) Action Figures
14. tiara
15. OST Beauty and the Beast
16. OST Aladdin
17. OST Lion King

Please, whoever you are.. I'm thanking you in advance. Ma-pressure ka... Thanks sa chocolates.. ang yummy.

I'm way Past my Past.. so I'm saying PASS!

image from POST SECRET

Sometimes you click with a person, and it just doesn't go anywhere. Chalk it up to a new experience, but don't obsess. These things don't always work out, so don't waste time overanalyzing it.

I must admit, i have not fully recovered from everything that happened in the past week. I am missing a friend right now. I dont know if we can still go back to the way we were, but i hope it's still possible.

Dont let your past determine you. - Fr. Mangulabnan

T'was automatic, Pepe gave me am "i know you can relate look" while i gave him a "Tumigil ka kung di masasaktan ka" look. But yeah, I guess i will never believe that with unshaken faith. My past will definitely have a say at who i am at present and at who i will be in the future. I'm forever scarred.

Funny quote for the day:
"I dont have to remind you this because it's in the book... The only reason why I'm reminding you is because I know you dont read the book." - Sir Obieta, Logic Professor

I'm loving my Logic prof, he's witty and he has a way to get our attention. Magaling magaling.

Rush Post

image from POST SECRET

I feel so drained after answering a 6-page questionnaire on the topic of morality. Until now, i still do not understand the concept of being moral that fully. I think people just pretend that they know what is right and what is wrong because they dont want to get looks that says, "you're a sinner" coming from people who like them are just posing... Morality is a very vague concept, that's why it's a concept damn it.

I am not a moral person. Far from it. But i do know that my not being moral does not get in the way of me being able to live my life without hurting other people. Could that be morality? Not caring about the standards set by the shitty society and in effect ositively affecting the lives of the people that surround you? I dunno, dont ask me. Im pretty screwed up myself. Argh.

I wanna go to the Music SUmmit for AIDS tonight. It brings back a lot of memories. Yeah, not happy ones but wadda heck, i can laugh all i want now. I'm on the right track. Im happy again. Thank YOU for making me smile. Wanna know who that YOU is? That's ME. Myself and I.

(nah, thank YOU still. Let's keep it a secret. You are making me smile.. thank you for coming back just when someone left. Astig ka!)