Unrequited love is common, and we all get rejected at least once in our lives. I remember telling myself not to care, for those times that I felt my affections weren’t reciprocated. However, I needed to force myself to at least focus my attention on somebody else.
I guess a breakup can inspire you to save the world, in the same way that I was encouraged to sponsor a child at World Vision. I was reading a colleague’s blog entry then and thought that maybe it would really be more fulfilling to help someone rather than being there for another who only thinks for himself. Can you sense some bitterness here? :P
I am not considered vain by most people, but I would gladly spend moolah on my hair. I don’t know about you, but while others have shopping as their official stress buster, going to the parlor is my personal pick-me-upper. My lowest of low moments would usually bring me to a salon. But not that often. Haha.
I’ve seen a lot of men and women change their hairstyle overnight.I bet 98% of them won’t give you an “I just felt like it” answer when asked why.Based on my personal experience and that of others, a lot of changes happen after going through something painful – like a breakup or an unexpected heartache. And when it comes to hair, it’s not just your regular once-a-month trim. I’m talking about going from extremely long to super short, giving up silky straight hair for large, wavy curls, getting some highlights or changing hair color completely.
I’ve been hearing about the Tacsiyapo wall since 2006. It was featured a couple of times on television already, and I immediately found the concept of releasing anger through breaking things quite interesting. As luck would have it, the opportunity to go there finally came during the weekend of the Hot Air Balloon Festival a few months ago. Back then, I was already done nursing my heart, but I still had a lot of friends who were trying to do the same.
The name of the place is Isdaan. It’s a floating restaurant and mini theme park in one. You won’t miss it if you’re on your way to Baguio as it’s situated along the highway of Gerona, Tarlac. The giant Mayan/Astek-themed sculptures on the left side of the road (from Manila) are pretty visible during the day (and night, I suppose) which makes it a very trusty landmark. Read the rest of this entry »
Apart from the usual summer hot spots like Boracay, Puerto Galera, Cebu, and Palawan, there are amazing beaches in Zambales that are definitely worth your time. If you’re the type who wants to be one with nature in the closest possible way and you’re okay with being away from the comforts of your home, then a trip to Anawangin and Capones Island will not disappoint you. And if you had just broken up with someone, going to a place where you can relax and have quite time for yourself can do wonders for you. :)
It’s back to basics. A break from the usual beach trip that can go a little loud at night. So what if there were no rooms, no cellphone signal, and no electricity? We had the best food and of course, great company. The night was spent bonding over liquor, playing a few games, sharing stories, and participating in healthy man vs. woman debates. And what better way to wrap it up by lying down on the sand, underneath the stars, errr, full moon. :) Read the rest of this entry »
Admittedly, I am not that knowledgeable about lomography other than that it is a more casual form of photograhy, and I realized that just reading about it won’t get me anywhere. Hence, I got my starter kit (Holga) early this year and needless to say, I was really psyched!
What really made it more appealing is its “no-rules” philosophy. It’s perfect for people who don’t have the eye for picture-perfect shots…like me!
At the moment, I have several lomographic cameras: Holga 120 CFN, Fisheye 1, Colorsplash, and the Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim.
While some films are really cheap (you can score colored negatives for Php 50 each at Hidalgo), others are expensive and rare to find. I instantly became a fan of slide films (e.g., Fuji Velvia, Astia, Provia, etc.) since you can have it cross-processed (at Digiprint) and you’re sure to be surprised with the unexpected results. Visit Lomomanila and get in touch with fellow enthusiasts for helpful tips and tricks. :)
My interest in poi started a few years ago. For those who are unaware, “poi” is the Maori word for “ball” on a cord. It is a form of juggling where the balls are swung around the body. It can come in different shapes and sizes, and can even be made at home using regular socks and tennis balls.
I was amazed at the fire dancers in Boracay and wondered if I could do it too. Without the fire, though. The long ribbons would do perfectly fine. I wanted to take lessons so much, but I just didn’t have the time. The desire was there but I kinda forgot about it as time passed - until my sister bought a pair from Tickles, Glorietta a couple of weeks ago. Read the rest of this entry »
