Monday, April 19, 2010
That Lipstick
I said I'm going to put a stop on my monthly madness (food and make-up) but then I just bought myself that lipstick. I bought it. And I am actually satisfied of what I did. I just don't know if it's the Id (pleasure principle) kicking in or I really need it (to match my make-up for graduation) or I'm just rationalizing things. :D Scratch. I think it's the Id. :D Oh well... I bought it. And I have set aside a bigger portion of my money for my savings than my wants/needs. (Which reminds me that I got to save some MORE because I'll be attending a Wedding at Tacloban on December. And I certainly can't miss that.)
Monday, April 12, 2010
Monthly Madness
For the past few months I've been receiving my "commission" monthly, I've noticed that I've been splurging on 2 things: FOOD and MAKE-UP.
Need I explain food? It's food, you know! :)
Well, the second is a newly discovered madness. And I am tying up my hands to prevent me from purchasing another eyeliner, eyeshadow, blush-on, lip gloss, lipstick (ooh, maybe just another lipstick.. that lipstick), and whatever cosmetic that is that catches my eye.
For this month I got a figure a lil higher than the usual, and I took a few bucks already and spent it on _________. Food, right. :) Now I don't want to make another landsliding and pocket-emptying purchase based on impulsiveness. Tsk tsk.
I Miss Mom
Started to write this one up on March 18. Haven't had enough strength to finish this at one sitting... Late post tuloy...
It has already been 2 months as I just looked at the calendar and check out how long she has been away. The other night I went home almost 12 midnight 'cause of the preparations for our seminar I remembered how things were like then when Momskie was still alive.
It has already been 2 months as I just looked at the calendar and check out how long she has been away. The other night I went home almost 12 midnight 'cause of the preparations for our seminar I remembered how things were like then when Momskie was still alive.
No one texted me to inquire what time will I be coming home... even asked where I was, who am I with... not even sent me "take care, i love you, uwi agad".
When I arrived home, my Dad was in the couch, asleep. While my sister was glued to the PC, busy with facebook. She asked how my day was, if I've eaten already, etc. Then, I headed straight to my bed and called it a day.
If mom's still here, I recalled she'd be awake the moment I'm home even if it's already late at night. She'd ask me how my day was, if I had my dinner, etc til I don't want to answer anymore because I'm too tired to even talk.
Now I'm nearing my Graduation Day in College, I miss her more. Wednesday, I was teary-eyed in the bleachers while waiting for our turn to get to the stage and perform the "routine" when I heard that "[your] parent(s)/guardian will be beside you sitting". I can remember Mom bargaining with the Lord that she'd be granted an "extension" til I graduate. But it was perfectly obvious that God wanted Mom to rest and be pain-free as she'll soon watch over me in my gala uniform and black toga on that fateful day.
If she's here now, I know she'll tell me over and over "oh, gagraduate ka na... aakyat kami ni Daddy mo sa stage". Then she'll ask me if there's any chance I'll get a special award, if not, a medal for being on the honor roll.
Days ago (it's April 2, btw), I bought a new eyeshadow trio, tried on different looks to somehow practice applying some decent "graduation" make-up because this time I don't have her to do my hair and color my face. I'm trying my best to perfect putting on make-up for my sister's sake as well.
I know I didn't say "I love you" as much as I want to... been a "pasaway", a "señorita" and a "maldita"... I know saying those 3 words now aren't going to matter. I once thought that those scenes in movies where it's "too late" just happen in silver screens. Of course now, I know better to say that it happens --when you wish things aren't too late to tell someone how much you love/value him/her, how much you'll miss him/her.
[April 12 --4 days before the BIG DAY]
Just like what I told everyone present during my Mom's eulogy, I wouldn't wish she's here. It would be way difficult for her to do things. Mom's better off in paradise than here being in an incessant pain. Though I know she'd love to be with me on the 16th. But Mom, you know, just watch over me from up there. Will you? I know you are proud of me... though I wasn't able to get what we all wanted. Things had never been the same since you've been gone. We miss you. And Ma, we all love you. P.S. I miss hugging you. :)
Now I'm nearing my Graduation Day in College, I miss her more. Wednesday, I was teary-eyed in the bleachers while waiting for our turn to get to the stage and perform the "routine" when I heard that "[your] parent(s)/guardian will be beside you sitting". I can remember Mom bargaining with the Lord that she'd be granted an "extension" til I graduate. But it was perfectly obvious that God wanted Mom to rest and be pain-free as she'll soon watch over me in my gala uniform and black toga on that fateful day.
If she's here now, I know she'll tell me over and over "oh, gagraduate ka na... aakyat kami ni Daddy mo sa stage". Then she'll ask me if there's any chance I'll get a special award, if not, a medal for being on the honor roll.
Days ago (it's April 2, btw), I bought a new eyeshadow trio, tried on different looks to somehow practice applying some decent "graduation" make-up because this time I don't have her to do my hair and color my face. I'm trying my best to perfect putting on make-up for my sister's sake as well.
I know I didn't say "I love you" as much as I want to... been a "pasaway", a "señorita" and a "maldita"... I know saying those 3 words now aren't going to matter. I once thought that those scenes in movies where it's "too late" just happen in silver screens. Of course now, I know better to say that it happens --when you wish things aren't too late to tell someone how much you love/value him/her, how much you'll miss him/her.
[April 12 --4 days before the BIG DAY]
Just like what I told everyone present during my Mom's eulogy, I wouldn't wish she's here. It would be way difficult for her to do things. Mom's better off in paradise than here being in an incessant pain. Though I know she'd love to be with me on the 16th. But Mom, you know, just watch over me from up there. Will you? I know you are proud of me... though I wasn't able to get what we all wanted. Things had never been the same since you've been gone. We miss you. And Ma, we all love you. P.S. I miss hugging you. :)
Friday, April 2, 2010
"Why Gibo Teodoro?"
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Disclaimer: I do not own any part of this article. Nor do I own a copyright for this one. I just want to share the author's opinion to everyone simply because I also want Gibo to be the President. Btw, I got this from a note in facebook where I was tagged by a former classmate.
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Why Gibo Teodoro?
by: Noemi Lardizabal-Dado
Gibo Teodoro was never in my short list until I wrote How to select a candidate to vote for a president in May 10, 2010. I removed the Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (GMA) factor in my criteria. Why? I believe that GMA acted the way she did during her term because her legitimacy as president is a big question mark. I should have added the evil GMA factor but I didn’t think it was important as long as there is no cheating in the 2010 elections. Just because a candidate is politically opposed to GMA does not mean he/she is the better candidate who is efficient and effective and able to spur the economy.
I asked my assistant whom she liked among the presidential candidates. See, I bring her along to Blog Watch presidential interviews. I thought she'd choose Dick Gordon or Manny Villar but she preferred Gibo. She liked that Gibo does not stall during the questions and answer portion. Though Gibo is impressive and eloquent, some of his answers left me wanting more.
I decided to get another perspective from someone who is already a Gibo supporter. It was easy to spot a Gibo Teodoro supporter in twitter. There is a small green banner proudly embedded in their avatar "Gibo 2010" . @noypi_bai willingly gave me the reasons for his support. He explained "Mr. Teodoro is definitely not perfect - he never said he is - and I may not always agree with some of his views on minor issues - but the reasons below assures me that he's certainly the best fit for the job." He lists them down:
10 reasons why I'm supporting and actively campaigning for Gibo:
1. because I love this country and as they say, we would always want what's (who's) best for those we love. I'm not supporting him out of fanaticism but patriotism.
2. because of his competence - no questions on this I know, no need to expound. What separates him from the also competent Mrs Arroyo? All the other items below.
3. because of his integrity & character. There's not even a hint of corruption in his many years of public service (must have gotten such values from his father). He's not the perfect speaker but I can always sense his honesty & sincerity every-time he answers questions during forums and interviews. He also didn't drop his affiliation with PGMA just to please the people who wanted him to join the PGMA-haters-club - though I'm not a supporter of Gloria I still think that such act of Gibo is very gentlemanly & commendable.
4. because of his clear vision and dreams for the country. He definitely knows what he's talking about....he knows his facts & figures to back-up his suggested plans. He doesn't promise heaven (unlike others) but feasible reforms to help the country soar high. His records show that he has always been an achiever - I believe he can & will do the same for our country.
5. because of his first-rate platforms of government.
6. because of his new kind of politics, not our usual trapo - proof: his positive campaign strategy. He is a very positive person, not a member of the Mudslingers' Club. He doesn't retaliate when his opponents put him down or throws black propaganda at him. And what's more amazing is that this kind of attitude cascaded to us, his supporters, reminding us to consciously avoid mudslinging, no matter how tempting it is at times. :-) We need a leader like him: humble, prudent, one who has the attitude that builds-up, not tear-down.
7. because of his sensible and SPECIFIC approach in battling corruption in the government. The other candidates promises total eradication of corruption but they don't present any systematic & specific plans on how to do it. He has already started this anti-corruption culture in DND (i.e. transactions with transparency & accountability to a third party from the business sector).
8. because he is a realistic leader - no messianic syndrome. He doesn't give false hopes to people. He doesn't give the "no-more-corruption" & "no-more-poverty" motherhood statements but is honest enough to tell the people: we will be heading there but it may take time.
9. because he can NEVER be a puppet president. It's funny that they envision Gibo to be a puppet of Gloria....if there's gonna be a possible puppet president among the top presidentiables, that's certainly NOT Gibo. He knows where he stands, his loyalty is to the people.
10. because he's the kind of leader who can heal our country's problem of divisiveness (esp. in politics) - this is his goal & I think he's starting this move through campaigning positively - avoiding possible conflicts as early as now. He has asked his supporters, "if I also put hatred and negativity in my heart, and practice mudslinging, how can I unite the nation when I become the president?"
Pat Mangubat added that it is rather unfair for people to judge and tag Gilbert Teodoro as a Mrs. Arroyo lapdog since his ideas are rather dissimilar with the incumbent president’s ideas. Teodoro perceives power as a tool for change; Mrs. Arroyo salivates for power for her ego. Teodoro wants real change; Mrs. Arroyo wants nothing more than get more than loose change. Teodoro has enormous faith in people; Mrs. Arroyo uses people."
Are you already supporting Gibo Teodoro? or is he in your short list or not?
by: Noemi Lardizabal-Dado
Gibo Teodoro was never in my short list until I wrote How to select a candidate to vote for a president in May 10, 2010. I removed the Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (GMA) factor in my criteria. Why? I believe that GMA acted the way she did during her term because her legitimacy as president is a big question mark. I should have added the evil GMA factor but I didn’t think it was important as long as there is no cheating in the 2010 elections. Just because a candidate is politically opposed to GMA does not mean he/she is the better candidate who is efficient and effective and able to spur the economy.
I asked my assistant whom she liked among the presidential candidates. See, I bring her along to Blog Watch presidential interviews. I thought she'd choose Dick Gordon or Manny Villar but she preferred Gibo. She liked that Gibo does not stall during the questions and answer portion. Though Gibo is impressive and eloquent, some of his answers left me wanting more.
I decided to get another perspective from someone who is already a Gibo supporter. It was easy to spot a Gibo Teodoro supporter in twitter. There is a small green banner proudly embedded in their avatar "Gibo 2010" . @noypi_bai willingly gave me the reasons for his support. He explained "Mr. Teodoro is definitely not perfect - he never said he is - and I may not always agree with some of his views on minor issues - but the reasons below assures me that he's certainly the best fit for the job." He lists them down:
10 reasons why I'm supporting and actively campaigning for Gibo:
1. because I love this country and as they say, we would always want what's (who's) best for those we love. I'm not supporting him out of fanaticism but patriotism.
2. because of his competence - no questions on this I know, no need to expound. What separates him from the also competent Mrs Arroyo? All the other items below.
3. because of his integrity & character. There's not even a hint of corruption in his many years of public service (must have gotten such values from his father). He's not the perfect speaker but I can always sense his honesty & sincerity every-time he answers questions during forums and interviews. He also didn't drop his affiliation with PGMA just to please the people who wanted him to join the PGMA-haters-club - though I'm not a supporter of Gloria I still think that such act of Gibo is very gentlemanly & commendable.
4. because of his clear vision and dreams for the country. He definitely knows what he's talking about....he knows his facts & figures to back-up his suggested plans. He doesn't promise heaven (unlike others) but feasible reforms to help the country soar high. His records show that he has always been an achiever - I believe he can & will do the same for our country.
5. because of his first-rate platforms of government.
6. because of his new kind of politics, not our usual trapo - proof: his positive campaign strategy. He is a very positive person, not a member of the Mudslingers' Club. He doesn't retaliate when his opponents put him down or throws black propaganda at him. And what's more amazing is that this kind of attitude cascaded to us, his supporters, reminding us to consciously avoid mudslinging, no matter how tempting it is at times. :-) We need a leader like him: humble, prudent, one who has the attitude that builds-up, not tear-down.
7. because of his sensible and SPECIFIC approach in battling corruption in the government. The other candidates promises total eradication of corruption but they don't present any systematic & specific plans on how to do it. He has already started this anti-corruption culture in DND (i.e. transactions with transparency & accountability to a third party from the business sector).
8. because he is a realistic leader - no messianic syndrome. He doesn't give false hopes to people. He doesn't give the "no-more-corruption" & "no-more-poverty" motherhood statements but is honest enough to tell the people: we will be heading there but it may take time.
9. because he can NEVER be a puppet president. It's funny that they envision Gibo to be a puppet of Gloria....if there's gonna be a possible puppet president among the top presidentiables, that's certainly NOT Gibo. He knows where he stands, his loyalty is to the people.
10. because he's the kind of leader who can heal our country's problem of divisiveness (esp. in politics) - this is his goal & I think he's starting this move through campaigning positively - avoiding possible conflicts as early as now. He has asked his supporters, "if I also put hatred and negativity in my heart, and practice mudslinging, how can I unite the nation when I become the president?"
Pat Mangubat added that it is rather unfair for people to judge and tag Gilbert Teodoro as a Mrs. Arroyo lapdog since his ideas are rather dissimilar with the incumbent president’s ideas. Teodoro perceives power as a tool for change; Mrs. Arroyo salivates for power for her ego. Teodoro wants real change; Mrs. Arroyo wants nothing more than get more than loose change. Teodoro has enormous faith in people; Mrs. Arroyo uses people."
Are you already supporting Gibo Teodoro? or is he in your short list or not?
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