Subic 2011

November 2011, my mom, uncle John and I went to Subic to relax and visit the place. It was a 2 hour drive. From Manila, we passed by at North Luzon Expressway, Subic Clark Tarlac Expressway and  Subic-Tipo Expressway. The scenery on the way was also  beautiful. But there are also lots of toll that we passed by.

Our first stop is to look for a hotel since we did not do any reservation. We went to various hotels and almost all are fully booked. We decided to go first to Ocean Adventure. Upon getting there, we went to Camayan Beach Resort first. My mom asked if there are free rooms and they said that they don’t have. She even asked few times but when uncle John was the one who asked if they have, the receptionist said that there’s one room free. Tsk. I got irritated. They only found  a free room because he was American? If only there are other free hotels, we will go there but since its already late in the afternoon and we still wanted to go to Ocean Adventure, so we just stayed there. We went to our room but they did not assist us so we have to look for it. We asked to a staff where it is and then, that the only time, someone from the resort assisted us. After leaving our things in the room and fixing ourselves,we went to check the beach.

Then went to Ocean Adventure. We watched the Dolphin Friends Show. We were amazed and it was fun watching them. Refreshing. After than, it was The Adventures of Olangapo Boys (Basurero Boys). We did not finish the show. We just roamed around, took pictures and went to the Ocean Adventures Aquarium. Then, we watched the Sea Lion Marine Patrol Show.

After that, we went to the beach and swim.

For dinner, we did not find any food we like in the restaurant of the resort so we planned to go to the town proper to look for a place but on they way, we found a restaurant. At first, I thought its closed because the doors are not open and the surroundings are  dark. But then, I realized it was a bunker that’s why the aura is like that. A bunker is a defensive military fortification designed to protect the inhabitants from falling bombs or other attacks. The name of the restaurant is Bunker Bob’s. The food was delicious and the look and feel is just like a bunker. It was really nice. Before leaving, my mom and I were able to see Carlo Aquino and other artists but I can not remember. Carlo even open the door for me. Hehe. 

Upon returning in the hotel, my mom and I roam around the hotel. Since there are shooting of Eat Bulaga, we were able to see some other artist like Vic Sotto, Wally, etc.

In the morning, it was raining but we still chose to swim but not that much. When the rain stopped, we left the hotel and went to Zoobic Safari. It was fun especially the tiger part. We are able to look at them closely. We even fed a chicken for them. The only part that was not fun is waiting for the transportation going to different parts because we waited long. There’s a part where we waited for almost 30 minutes.

It was another fun adventure. Looking forward for more adventures, out of town/country with my mom and uncle John. <3

Two years ago and now…

Applying and Interviews? Been there. Done that.

Two years ago, I applied in different companies and had several interviews. It was challenging because I do not know what was in store for me. Will I get in? Will they like me? Will I like my job? So many questions. Luckily, I found a job that I really like.

And after two years, I was already doing interviews! It just feels different and even I am now the interviewer, it is still challenging because you have to choose the right person for the position. There are lots of factor to consider. I take this as part of growing up and being more decisive, which is one of the characteristics I have to improve.

Two years ago, I was the one applying for Project Assistant. But now, we have an opening for that position.

Upon seeing the job post, it brings back the memory when I applied, had interviews with the Project Manager and one of the boss and wished for that position.

And now, I know there are still lots of room for improvement.  Who knows, someday, someone will be proud of me.

Hello again, Project Officer!

May 9, 2011… my return.

A few weeks before that, I realized what I really want. Someone close to me already told me that where I am before is where I really belong but sadly, I didn’t listen and here I am now, proving that he is right and should have listen to him. It’s the Project Management path. In my last last blog, I bid goodbye to Emerson because programming is not really for me.

Back in college, I already dreamed of becoming a Project Manager and it is because of Computer Business Association. I love handling projects, facing the challenges that can be brought up and making it successful despite of hindrances. Thank you i4 Asia for accepting me again and helping me fulfill my dream.

Standing Proud as a Project Officer of i4 Asia.

i4 Asia’s 2011 Outing

Luckily, I was invited to attend this annual summer outing of i4 Asia. My first day is May 9 but this outing was May 6 to 7. Yippee!   A week or two weeks before that, I wished they’ll invite me. hahaha. and Wednesday before the outing, Sir Drew texted me. I was happy, of course!

It was in Punto Miguel, Lian, Batangas.

Actually, what we saw in the internet is not what we expected. We’re a little bit disappointed but we just enjoyed our stay. Good thing the admin and the people there are friendly and very accommodating. They are approachable and you need not to look for them. They are just walking around making sure their guests are okay.

They do not have a restaurant or canteen. We arrived there at almost 1pm I think. And we ate our lunch at Kabayan Beach Resort but one of the Punto Miguel people assist us going there.

The beach is kinda clean but very salty and not that clear. We can’t take pictures under water..hahaha

They also played volleyball while me and my bestfriend, Kuya Marvin, walked around and ate halohalo at Kabayan.

We brought food. We just cooked food for that night. Actually not me. Some of us. hahaha. Then, after dinner, its drinking session! But Kuya Marvin and I do not drink so we walked and stayed near the beach.

The place is also safe. We lost our keys, so me, Ate Angela  and Ate My slept with the door not locked because the others are still outside yet nothing bad happened to us.

The next day, I woke up early. Kuya Marvin and I walked in the beach sand then we had our morning coffee at Kabayan. Then, Jed came. When we return to the cabana, its girls turn to cook and so we did. We had our breakfast. Then we prepare and freshen up. Its time to come back to Manila. But before that, group picture first!

It was a fun outing. Until next year!

Photo Credits: Sir Sel and Sir Andrew

See you around, Emerson.

Year 2009, I had my On-the-Job Training in Emerson Network Power with Lique and Kate. We were amazed and dreamed of working there although we know its not that easy to apply and the qualifications are not for fresh graduate. The people there are okay both in working environment and even in personal matters. What I mean is you can meet and gain friends there. We learned a lot and had a good time! August or September 2010, I received a call from Emerson but that time, I was busy with my work and they told me they’ll just call again but there’s no return call. Then, November 2010, I received a call again and they asked me for an interview. I got excited because it was Emerson. And to cut the story short, I was hired. January 2011, I started working there as an Associate Web Developer. It was okay but I was having a hard time because it is in development and for the past one  year, I’m not coding. So, there comes self study but though I wanted to learn, there’s no urge and I do become lazy everytime I will try to. April 2011… I realized what path I really like and I informed Sir Dom, my Supervisor, about it. I had a good time there, gained new knowledge and friends. It was a memorable experience. At least I figured out and realized what career path I really like. THANK YOU Emerson people, especially my ASCO family, for the knowledge, memories and friendship. See you around.

Life is Mysterious

Sometimes, even when we try to sleep, we can’t and there are lot of things running in our mind and we don’t know which to think first. Right now, I am thinking of Life. Our life is very mysterious. We don’t know what’s bound to happen. One day, we will wake up very happy. One day, not in the mood. Even just to rise up from the bed, we’re very lazy. But we have to face life. We are given a chance to wake up everyday, may it be morning, afternoon or night. What’s important is we wake up. We face life. We maybe in fear but what’s important is we face it. Remember that even if we run away from it, it will just follow. So why not face it instead of running. We  have to be brave and have the courage to face life each day…each day which is full of mysterious thing. But sometimes, even if we want to face it, we just can’t. We don’t know what to do. And that’s the hardest part. Knowing you can face it yet you don’t know what to do. Well, that is life. Its not as easy as what we think it is. Time will come it will be easy, but there are also hardships…challenges.

Kakaiba ka! Walang katulad!

This is how Father Nolan started his Homily last Sunday.  He asked us to greet our seatmate with “Kakaiba ka! Wala kang katulad!“. While saying this, others are laughing. Father Nolan reminds us how God loves us extraordinarily. He sacrifice His only Son for us…to save us from our sins. Not an ordinary person would do that. Its something EXTRAORDINARY. “Ang pagmamahal satin ng Diyos hindi nakakapagod, hindi nakakasawa at magpakaylanpaman.” which reminds of one of my favorite passage in the Bible:

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.  Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”

That is how God loves us and that’s how love should be. I remember in one of our Covenant Orientation of YFC-CSB, during the first talk, Jen, the speaker, mentioned “Real love waits“. She shared to us that it’s not the person, but it’s the feeling.

God loved and continue loving us in a very different way.

The priest cite the work or the job that we have as a sample. When we are committed in what we do, we will work and deliver the best that we can. That’s doing something different. Some just work, waiting for their uwian to come…not really dedicated to work. I was a little affected with that. I must admit, right now, I’m struggling in different aspect of my life. Discouragement comes to me every now and then. I feel like I can not do what I’m supposed to do. I feel confused. And I will strive hard. I’m asking for God’s guidance.

Do something extraordinary even when no one sees you.

Father Nolan also shared to us the mass that he had in the morning of the same day. He admired the parents of those special children and are autistic. Its not easy to have a child like that, but if you love someone and believe it’s God’s gift, love it. You can still see the smile in their face. Something different.

Another one is a wife. Her husband have another woman but when he got sick, he came back to his wife. In an ordinary women, she will not accept her husband anymore.. but guess what, she’s an extraordinary and a different woman. She still accepted her husband despite of all the hurt aches that he did to her. That’s how extraordinary she is.

And that’s how God expects us.

I remember the Benildean tagline: “Doing ordinary things, extraordinarily well.”

I, myself, is not sure if I’ll be able to do it…but I’m asking God’s guidance to help me..especially in what’s happening to me now.

Before the mass ended, the priest jokingly said.“mga parents na may anak na lalaki, papasukin nyo sa seminaryo and anak nyo. Something different. yung mga may boyfriend and girlfriend, hiwalayan nyo na..pumasok na kayo sa seminaryo. Something different.”..which reminds of me what I mentioned to one of my special friend before. “Pag hindi sya, baka magmadre na ako..hehe” :p

and Father Nolan, asked and mentioned this seriously.. “sino sa inyo ang nagbabasa ng Bible everyday? Pumalakpak” konti lang pumalakpak. “Sino sa inyo ang nanonood ng tv everyday?”..madaming pumalakpak. “Reading Bible everyday is doing something extraordinary and very different.“

LIVELOUD 2011

Last Saturday, 1.22.2011, I attended LIVELOUD together with some of my YFC brothers and sisters at  Ninoy Stadium. I didn’t plan to go there but someone invited me and got me a ticket and I never regret that I went there. It was a very fulfilling and blessed night. It’s my first time actually to go to LIVELOUD. We sing and dance for Him. We worship Him wholeheartedly. There were 5,000 + people who praise Him loudly, feeling God’s presence and with goosebumps. He is REALLY PRAISEWORTHY!  Talk to Him always..

The end. The start

Some things just have to end. Some may feel sad that this has to happen but believe that it has purpose. You may not fully understand now, but in the right and in God’s time, you will. Things never happen because it just happen. It is meant to happen and it has reason and purpose.

After 1, 2, 3 years, who knows. Every thing you planned and dreamed of, will come true. You just have to wait and be patient. For now, it will not be that easy to live your life but you have the reason to move on and be stronger. Do what you promise to do. And when the right time comes, at least you did your part. Be stronger than before. It starts today..and I hope I can do it.

cheers to one year!

December 7, 2010 was my memorable one year in the working world! Exercise from Monday to Friday, emails, client meetings, documentation, talking to my team mates.  Its been a great and wonderful experience. I learned a lot more on things that only experience can teach me. And I’m very grateful that I was able to experience it in my first job. Not only that, but most important, I gain friends and brother/bestfriend. I never imagined that I will enjoy working with them that much. Sometimes, its stressful but at the end of the day, when you see the fruit, stress goes away and its very fulfilling.  I survived and enjoyed my one year experience and I believe I have a long way to go. THANK YOU Lord for every blessings you’ve been giving  me.