Be Strong!

If you feel like everything goes wrong, just cry! Once you're done crying, things will go back to normal. But this does not mean you should cry for every minor reason. Don't be a crybaby! Remember, you are a strong person, there's nothing that can break you down.

Whenever someone we know, a friend or a family member, cries, we don't tell them to stop crying. Sometimes to cry once in a while is better than not. When we cry, we let go of the bad out of our soul. We should never hold grudges toward things, that's why it is okay to cry when things gets rough. That's a way for us to let go of the bad thoughts we had in mind.

Keep figthing! Give up only when you feel like there's no way to solve the mess you're in. But once you know it can be solved, then work hard so you can get through it. Good luck!

My Brother in Manila

I hope that my brother is treated well in his new job in Manila. He just got there 2 days ago. It is his second time in Manila. His first visit was when he was just 7 years old. At that time, we lived in Manila for one year. I have been back to Manila for many times, so I know the big city very well, but my brother has stayed in the province since then.

It will be a new experience to my brother to be in the big city as an adult, but he has a friend from the same province as coworker. So, I'm not that worried about my brother as I know the guy will definitely take good care of him. Also, my brother is 20 years old, he can take care of himself. I hope he doesn't get lost among the 13 million of people that are living there. His job is at a fishpond. Maybe it is a tough job, but he is hardworking. I know he can keep up with his work.

Where did the years go?

Time flies really fast! My brothers are all grown up, and as the eldest sibling, I consider myself mature. But others don't see it in me, they think I am not matured enough as I should be!

10 years ago I was just 14, I remember how I took care of my younger brothers when we were left alone by our parents who had to go to work to provide for our everyday needs. I miss those days when we were all together in one house. Mom and dad were still a good couple. But those happy moments can never happen again. Who would have thought in just one blink, those good times can be gone.

I will be turning 24 this coming September, while my youngest brother will turn 18 next month. Where did the years go? My parents have been apart for 9 years now. They have different families now. My dad just found a new love and they are living together for a month now, while my mom has her own family as well.

My tomboy cousin

I have a cousin named Dolly. She is 26 years old. Everybody knows her as a boyish type. You will never see her wearing dresses or short shorts. She uses t-shirt most of the time, and when she goes to the city she always wears jeans. It's a no girly outfit for her.

We are close to each other, we often talk about things when we are both home. One time I joked to her if she would want to be in a relationship with a girl. Her answer isn't what I expected to hear. She told me that she doesn't want to have an affair with any girl. She wants to have a boyfriend someday and get married, and have kids.

The way she moves, walks, and the way she dresses up, no guy would dare to come near her. She acts like a tomboy, but she is a cool cousin to be with. She's hilarious! In the future I hope she can find a guy that will accept her as she is. It's not impossible if she's willing to search for the right guy.

Bad day

What a day! I woke up with sore eyes. Do I really have to encounter sore eyes every year? I remember that last year I dealt with this also. I hate this. I can't even go out. My eyes are hurting. Looks like I cried all night even I did not! Glad it's Thursday though, I have two days to heal my eyes. By Saturday I hope this is gone.

Wish I had a sunglasses with me, then I wouldn't feel embarrassed to go out and buy food. Another thing I'm worried is my apartment rent. I really need to go out so I can withdraw some money for that from the ATM. I tried to withdraw from the ATM yesterday, but both ATMs inside the mall had no money in it. I was getting only receipts. I could've withdrawn money somewhere near my school, but I rely on the ATM at Robinsons Mall. If I cannot go out, I will just talk to the landlady. I'm sure she will understand my reason.

Acquaintance Party

Acquaintance party is coming! On August 7 will be the college acquaintance party! As every year, the party has a clothes theme: Our attire will be street style. Compared to last year, we will not have difficulties to look for an outfit because everybody has street style clothes in the closet.

I think street style is rubber shoes, ripped jeans, and t-shirt. To make it look more like a street outfit, all you need to do is add a jacket and tie it on the waist. That's it! Dresses can also be a street outfit, but more likely jeans are way better to wear.

I haven't look for my outfit for acquaintance party. I can find those in just a day, and I don't think I'll be buying an outfit to wear to the party as I have already plenty of street clothes.

Octopus for lunch and dinner

Today my brother went to the sea. He caught 7 octopuses. Six are of the same sizes but one was huge. My bother was so lucky that he got to catch those in just a few hours of fishing in the sea. It was low tide when he went out, that's why it was easier for him to find them.

He planned to sell all the octopuses, but I told him not to. We had no side dish for the rice, and it was actually lunch time when he got back. Perfect timing we didn't have to buy food for lunch, except for the ingredients. I never cooked octopus before. My father prepared it for us. It was good. We had it for dinner, and we even shared it with neighbors.

I hope my brother will go to the sea again tomorrow. I'd love to see him come home with fishes, or octopuses on his hand tomorrow. LOL!

Together with Family

I'm at my hometown right now, and being here is always great. I will never get tired of coming home whenever I can. I must grab this opportunity to be with my family, because later on I might not be able to stay as close as I am now to all of them. Once I'm done with my studies, I will need to leave for Manila. I have to find job somewhere in Manila with some good salary. Tacloban doesn't seem a very good place for me to work, because salary is not good unlike Manila where I could probably find a nice job with reasonable salary.

For many years I had been away from home. It was just last year when I moved to Tacloban which is not far from my hometown. Since then I get to be in Samar most days when I don't have school. Sometimes I get bored being here, but I never hate it here. So far I'm enjoying my stay in both places.

No classes again

We didn't have classes yesterday, so instead of staying in Tacloban, I decided to just go home to Hernani. Classes are still suspended and I'm not sure when things will get back to normal. I will go to Tacloban on Saturday, because we might have classes on that day.

Same thing here in Samar, no electricity! All what you can see at night is darkness. I heard in the radio that the electricity should have been back yesterday, but it seems that was only a joke. There was no electricity yesterday. Next time better not tell everyone about anything that isn't real. We expect and later on get disappointed.

Anyway, 19th to 21st of this month is our preliminary examinations. Without electricity to study, or review, it is going to be difficult. Moving the examination dates to next month will only make everything hard for every single student.

Electricity shortage

It's getting dark. No wonder why mosquitos are everywhere in my room. I wish the electricity will come back soon. The current situation in Tacloban is not good. In my case ,this is a very tough time for me as I needed my computer for school research, but I cannot charge it without electricity.

This semester is more on reporting, and the computer is very important to us. Without it, we are not able to present our report as we can't use our personal computer at this time. I heard different opinions about when the electricity might come back. It's confusing, because they said different dates. Well, I hope it wont take long time.

I don't really care much about having an empty phone battery. My point is, how will I be able to search for my tasks without using gadgets? These past few days have been the toughest days for me. I'm hoping for changes soon.

My cousin abroad

Finally my cousin is already outside the country for his new job. First it was only a dream, then it happened. I'm happy for what he have accomplished this year. I wish nothing but the best for him. His job is not easy, but I know how brave my cousin is. He is a hardworking person with huge dreams. I am 100% sure he can keep up with his profession. It's going to be three years before I can see my cousin. Although he is just 2 hours away from us by airplane, but that ain't easy for us to meet him.

His new job is based in Taiwan for a three years contract. It's going to take a while before we can see him. He used to working further, like Manila, Cebu and Tacloban while his family lives in Eastern Samar. He barely came home when he was still working in the Philippines. What I mean to say is: He will be fine without seeing any of us. He might feel a little homesick, but I know that he can overcome that as he is used to living independent for many years now. Good luck to you my cousin!

Things I did today

I don't have classes today, and tomorrow. So, I feel like writing all the things that I did today. I woke up around 7am this morning. I stayed in bed for an hour while browsing my Facebook. After that, I got up and start fixing my bed. Then I cleaned up my room, gathered all my dirty clothes so I can wash them all at once.

It's been more than two weeks since the last time I did my laundry here in Tacloban. When the earthquake occurred, it affected the electricity and the water. That caused lots of other problems! The running water is very slow, and sometimes in the morning there is no even a tear drop of water on the faucet. That's why I wasn't able to shower until noon when the water came back, but today I noticed the water runs perfectly, and the blackout doesn't take long. The power actually come back after two hours of blackout, not bad!

A good day

No school today, that's right! Yesterday was a bit depressing, but I'm too far to feel that now. Tomorrow I have only one subject in the afternoon. Hence I can relax today, and just do my assignment tomorrow morning.

It's raining, but I can go to the mall with my friend, and I will be safe from the rain. I just got a new umbrella, but I bought it to use against the sun when I go to school. It is not designed to be used against rain, because I forgot that summer is already over, and now it is rainy season already.

Anyway, I'm going to get ready soon. The mall is open now since it is already 11:20am. I'm going to eat, then sit on one of the huge rocks inside the mall. I might stay there until the mall closing time. So, that's it. Have a blessed day to all!

Happy Surprise

When I was young, I've never received chocolates from anybody. But now I do! Well, for couple of years already, I get chocolates on occasions from someone. It makes me happy that I am able to experience what I hadn't experienced before. Receiving chocolates or any present from someone you care, or someone that cares for you, is really amazing. It's the best feeling ever, knowing you're somehow important or special to that person.

I have not counted how many gifts I have already received, but it is plenty. I'm forever grateful for that! I will never forget that someone made me feel that way. Anyway, I shared my chocolates with the people I know dearly. I'm not that greedy when it comes to that, I always shares it with other people when I can. The only chocolate I have left now for myself is the Ferrero Rocher. I want to keep that for a while. I just like to stare at it. Whenever I look at it, I think it's all gold. That's why I like to keep Ferrero Rocher for myself!

Again no classes

No classes again! How are we going to learn if there will always be no classes. This is really annoying. I came all the way from Samar to attend class this afternoon, only to find out that there are no classes. School is closed!

It should be a teacher's duty to inform all students that there will be no classes for today. What's the use of having all of our cellphone numbers if its not used to notify us. I could have stayed at home until tomorrow. Since this semester has started, we never had a week straight with classes.

The origin of the problem is of course the recent earthquate. Since then, the school has no electricity anymore. I am not sure when it will work properly, because right now we have only limited supplies of electricity. Each places has four hours electricity running at different times during the day. This is affecting everyone, especially students.

Friday At Canhugas

Today is Friday, and I am here in Canhugas Nature Park in Samar along with my two friends. They came all the way from Tacloban City, three hours travel to here. It's their first time to visit Canhugas. I think they do like what they're seeing, and they appreciate the beauty of the place. As their tour guide for today, I am happy that I'm able to show them around Canhugas.

Their visit was actually unexpected. I came home first, then the next day they texted me that they wanted to come. I was kind of speechless, I didn't know how to react. But in the end, I agreed, and here we are all together. As I am from here, the place isn't surprising to me anymore, since I often come here. But I'm glad they liked Canhugas. There are still constructions ongoing to make the place even more exciting. Just wait until everything is built, because right now, I can only see few unfinished cottages.

Thinking positive

Good morning everyone! This is going to be a tough day for me again. But I want to be positive on all things this time,  so I don't really want to ruin my day by thinking of problems. I have classes in the afternoon today, I will be in school for four hours. But I have a feeling that classes might be canceled due to not having electricity.

It's going to be very hot inside the classroom, without air condition. There will be a power machine generator, but we all know that it's expensive to use. So, probably they will just turn on the lights for all the classrooms. Just like what they did last time. We probably cannot charge our phone as the outlets will not be working. We need to be patient until the power comes back. Right now I'm good, my phone battery isn't empty.

Power is still cut down

Since the earthquake happened, the electricity is not back yet. I'm now here in Samar, but Tacloban is also without electricity. The electric bill was distributed yesterday, and it's written on the bill that the electricity will take 15 days to finally come back. I'm planning to go back to the city tomorrow, but I don't know how I can cook there something to eat without electricity. No fan, no phone, but I hope the water supply is still working. I will know it once I get back.

My phone battery died yesterday, and it's already 8pm tonight when I have it fully charged. Glad my cousin is working at a bakeshop with power generator. They allowed me to charge my phone there. Thanks to my cousin for helping me charge my phone! I'm worried for tomorrow, as I don't know how to charge my phone tomorrow. No phone means no blog, and no blog means no salary. Therefore my phone is important.

Someone cares for me

My cousin in Samar just called me! I was surprised to get a call from her suddenly. I thought she had a very important matter to say to me. But, it turned out that she was only asking how I am. She said she misses me, she asked me when I'll be going back to Samar. I understand how she feels, as we spend most time together in the semester break. It's been two weeks now since I left Samar. I haven't been back since then.

I'm happy to know that there is a relative who is checking on me, in particular after an earthquake. I wish my mom would call me also sometimes. Honestly, I really do miss my mother. But, what can I do after she left us. I accepted that we can no longer go back as close to one another as we were before. But there is a side of me that hopes for her come back. Anyway I'm thankful that my dad, my bothers and all the people dear to me are not really that far from where I am living now. I can come home whenever I want to. That's the good thing!

Keep Safe!

Anytime, anywhere, any disaster may happen. One disaster just happened near me. In Jaro, Leyte, was a 6.5 magnitude earthquake and ruined many houses and roads. One building collapsed, and some people got hurt, and at least one person died. Electricity broke down and we are without internet right now.

The earthquake was really strong, I could feel it while I was in my room. Everything was moving. I was really scared that time. I have never been in a similar situation before. I have experienced minor earthquakes, but never anything as strong as this one. My auntie told me that years ago, a stronger earthquake happened in Samar, but I wasn't home that time. I hope there will be no more strong earthquakes in near future.

School quizzes

Just got home from school. It wasn't that bad today. I spent 6 hours in school, 4 hours this morning, and 2 hours this afternoon. We had 3 quizzes, glad that my classmate shared her answer with the few of us in school. I ended up getting a good score. I myself wouldn't have known all that. Thanks to her for sharing her answers to us. She was our savior today! Our teacher didn't mind our cheating, as she knows that we didn't have enough time to review.

My smart classmate happens to be a nice and kind person. Why does she knew all the answer? Simply. Because, she studied the subject twice already. I'm not happy with what I did though, but I don't have much of a choice. I cannot afford to get a zero on the first day of classes. Same thing with my classmates. Having enough time to review the learned lessons is really important in school.

Think Wisely

Friendship is hard to build. Like a relationship, once the trust is gone, it will never go back to how it used to be. So, my advice to those who think having the best friendship ever: In a friendship, having different opinions is natural. You wont be real friends if you two don't fight sometimes. But, when you you have a misunderstanding, avoid making the issue worse and never post anything hurtful about each other on social media.

I had been there done that, and I regretted it. I have promised myself not to do any stupid moves again. My friendship with someone dear to me has gone, and that makes me sad whenever I think of it. Now, whenever I and my friend are having some issue. I will just keep silent, and think of a better way to fix the mess. Once I know we have cooled down, that's where I start talking to my friend again. Being silent is better than uttering nonsense words that could lead you to ruin your friendship with someone.

Monday School

Tomorrow, our classes will start at 8:00am. Monday is always a long day in school, while I only have afternoon classes on Wednesday. I will need to wake up early in the morning. To bad I am so used to sleep long. I don't want to miss my subject for tomorrow. I think I will set my alarm clock to help me wake on time.

It is good that I have a classmate who lives at the same place as I do. It means I will no longer go to school alone. I'm glad that I have a classmate and friend who helps me with all school stuff. We don't share the same room. She's actually renting the other room shared with another roommate, but as of now she's alone there and she has the room for herself. Anyway I told her to just knock my door if ever I don't wake up early tomorrow.

Manny Pacquiao vs. Jeff Horn

The Philippines boxing champ Manny Pacquiao may have lost his fight against Jeff Horn this time, but the loss is discussed controversal by the sports expert. Many think that Pacquiao did the better punches. In any case, he will remain a legend in the boxing sport, due to so many previous wins.

I think the discussion should stop about his loss. He is only a human with no super powers. I hope you guys know that he may not always win. I'm sure Manny has accepted the fact that he lost this fight. Maybe there will be a rematch. In any case, we Filipino should be proud of him that he gave honor to our country.

Win or lose, Manny, you will remain a champion to me! You've fought, not just for yourself, but also for the country. You have won so many fights, that you have proven enough times that you are a true champion. Now it is time to focus on your senatorial job, where you have many political challenges to solve. I wish you that you win those kind of fights as well. Good luck!

Netflix On The Phone

I am watching TV Shows on Netflix right now while writing this blog. This is actually my first time to do this. When I am writing blogs, I usually need to concentrate on my blog, but this time, I got too excited to watch movies in Netflix. If you have never tried Netflix on your phone, I can tell you it is very cool, even on the small screen.I got a free trial as of now, and next month I will need to pay 500 Peso at least. It says that I can cancel my trial anytime, and don't have to pay anything. But 500 Peso is not so much. I think I can afford to pay that every month. This way, staying in my boarding house when I have no class will not be so boring anymore.

I'm loving this TV show that I am watching. I think everyone knows about Rey Donovan. It's what I'm watching at this moment. I don't exactly know what this about, because I just started watching it this afternoon. But, it seems interesting to me.

Transformers - The Last Knight

I just watched "Transformers - The Last Knight". I did like the movie a lot. I think it was the best "bad ass robots" movie that I've watched this year. My only small disappointment was that Optimus Prime doesn't show up much in the movie. It was Bumblebee who was all over the movie, and he has more fight scenes than Optimus Prime. Despite all that, the movie was amazing.

Before I wasn't interested to any of Mark Wahlberg movies, but after watching Transformers. I started to like all his works. I searched for his movies and I will watch some more of his work.

I think this was the final part of the series. I don't think there will be another Transformers movie. How sad that I didn't get to watch the previous Transformers when it was released.