2011 UAAP Cheerdance Competition

It's been a bad UAAP cheerdance year for UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe as they finished 4th this year.
Just when you thought na kayang bawiin ng Salinggawi ang korona after 4 year title drought during UST's 400th year celebration, dun pa napunta sa 4th place. I actually hate number 4 now! :(


I am all HANDS and FEET up for UP Pep Squad. They really nailed it this year and proved that they deserve to defend their title from last year's championship. FEU actually did, "so-so" hence it's fine to be placed 3rd but for UST having missed out on the top 3? That is not acceptable.


Okay, bitter na kung bitter.. but UST Salinggawi should be given the place rightful for their performance. I mean, it's not really the "WOW" and "OMG!" factor of performance, but compared to other teams.. they should have placed 2nd or 3rd. NOT 4TH!



Infairness to UST's flawless and clean routines, amazing stunts and props - they are still my favorite! And in order to give myself enough reason and justice for this blog post / rant of mine, I made a bit of analysis on why UST landed on the 4th spot and why they should have been on the top 3 instead.
Reasons why you just have to give UST the 2nd or the 1st place:-clean routines-crisp stunts and uniform movements (walang naliligaw or nagkakagulo during their performance)- cool props - the kind of props none of the other universities have used during the past years.- Who would have thought they can bring in UST's Main Building inside Araneta Coliseum? Plus the dominican priest at the end part was cool and fun as well!- Energetic cheerdancers, all out performance.NOTE: Please be guided that these reasons are the same reasons why UST should be in the position of the team who placed 2nd this year.
Reasons wht UST didn't win:-maybe the judges are a bit racist? Because of the cross thing in front of UST's costume - the judges might have some issues about it. Take note that the chosen judges are not here from the Philippines. If I'm not mistaken, most of them are from other countries who excelled in the field of gymnastics, dancing and the likes. (JUST AN OPINION)- UST's performance was honestly boring during the beginning. I myself was like "yun na yun?" but they nailed it on the end part.- Maybe the judges didn't get what the 400 at the end part meant. They should have researched or something. Judges might be a bit lost? (JUST AN OPINION)- The chosen music was not really cool. I don't like the music at all.- Salinggawi's movements are a bit slow. Not unlike UP which has the aggressiveness and "oomph" factor from beginning til end.
So okay, I'm having an open mind here and I can say that UST did a far better job last year than this year. I felt like they performed quite safely today - the aggressiveness and fast movements were all gone. How I wish the same old Salinggawi troupe will come back next year. The years where Non-Stop ice cream was still the sponsor, the years were Espana always has the glory. 
But with all these, UST should have won at least a place. I'm not contesting on UP's capabilities. They deserve to be on top. But for others, I just can't really say enough!

Color Me Badd / All 4 One Concert

I know this is suuper late, but still worth to blog!


Born in between late 80's and early 90's, I can say that I know some songs that surfaced the music era way back my childhood. All I can remember is that my Mom used to turn on our radio cassette and switch to her favorite FM radios station where all the latest (and maybe some of her favorite songs that time) are playing.  One thing I'm sure of is that songs those years are mellow with a pinch of pop and fast beat. Now kasi, mostly songs are not that good to listen too. Most of them are just plain noise.


Last wednesday, September 7, is the concert of Color Me Badd and All 4 One at Araneta Coliseum. I'm not really a fan of them because in the first place I;m not familiar with their bands but I know quite well some of their songs most especially those that really topped the music charts.

They did some tribute to Michael Jackson as well. :) But still, MJ will do the best performance ever! 

We did something really funny during the concert. Due to some boring moments brought about by the fact that we don't really know some of their songs, we matched their faces with the music videos that we're shown on the wide screen at the back - meaning music videos way back 90's, the era where girls are all screaming for them. Some of them REALLY changed A LOT -  in terms of weight and appearance but their voices still remained the same.


And this is us. ENJOYING! :)

Movie Review: CARS 2

I am not really a fan of CARS (meaning cars itself, such as the ones in the road), thus the reason why  I didn't watch the movie CARS when I was still a bit younger compared today. I hear about Lightning Mcqueen, but only Lightning Mcqueen.. the other remained unknown to me.

So last Friday me and my officemate decided to have TGIF movie nights. And since there isn't any good movie now (except Crazy, Stupid, Love which I've already watched with my college friends), we decided to go back to being kids again and watch CARS 2.

Believe me or not, if I didn't stop myself, I might fell asleep in the middle of the movie. It might be best to watch CARS 2 in 3D but your money will not be that worth it. The movie is cute.. but that just stop there. There's a moral story (more of revolving about the essence of friendship) but it also stops there. I bet kids loved them as obvious to what some of the kids reacted during the movie.

It's not the kind of cartoons that adults like me will love. It's perfect for kids only.

But, infairness, this really made me laugh! 

 

car as QUEEN ELIZABETH

Too cute to handle!! :)

Rating: 3 / 5

Ka-chow!

Random rant for the day!

So here I am polishing my nails at the back of someone using some random social networking site when she suddenly opened facebook, key in her username and password (with a bit of moving sideward in order to hide her password). I am the only living person with her on that moment so in that case it means she thinks I am sneaky trying to steal her password and do something with her facebook account.

So what does that mean? Am i really that kind of person? gademet. I don't have any intention of stealing that stupid password and sneak into her account because there's nothing really worthy to steal in the first place. I know it's a password, but please... stop moving sideward as if getting protective from someone who might steal it.

I WILL NEVER EVER GET THAT. NO INTENTIONS, WHATSOEVER!

-RANT RELEASED. BLISSFUL NOW.-

That sudden... ( i can't explain what)

That sudden... (i can't exactly explain what) came rushing into me when i saw that itsy bitsy heart icon (just like this ---> ♥) on top of his profile found on that very popular book in SNS today. It wasn't there last Friday or even last week because I checked that first thing before looking at his pictures. That made me sad, honestly. But,  why be sad? Everything's still possible. And, besides, David Archie is still single. :)

That sudden (i can't exactly explain what) came rushing into me when I saw that he got like 3 gfs this year? Like she's 1 then there's the other 1 and another 1 earlier this year. O_O Okay.. starting to get turned off now. From 85% to 80% level of admiration.

That sudden (i can't exactly explain what) came rushing into me when I saw that his birthday is somewhat between December 8 to 10. Same birthday as my first crush / love ever. Another Sagitarrian huh? All men who fall under Sagitarrius are not meant for me. They are meant to be just MY friends or mere decorations in my life.

That sudden (i can't exactly explain what) came rushing into me when I realized that it's me who is rushing things again. Hush and big slap to my face. I never LEARN. Focus. FOCUS.

That sudden (i can't exactly explain what) came rushing into me when I realized that I am a certified walking facebook stalker! gross!

Crazy, Stupid Love

Crazy Stupid Love is a movie for all those who were heart broken but still believes that there's hope in every broken relationship.

The word for me in this movie is the word "try".

Nothing's impossible unless you try. And effort is the number 1 factor in making all these trying possible.

It's true! Because as long as you love somebody, no matter how hard it is, you'll make an effort to be part again of this person amidst all the rejections and problems that each of you is and will be encountering.

Ryan Gosling was the real hottie in this movie.

People in the cinema (including me sometimes and my friends) were screaming and were "aaawwwww"-ing everytime Ryan Gosling gets focused or his abs were featured.

He's the most handsome ever. ♥

Steve Carell is funny as always, but in fairness to him he's still cute in his age.

I really love this movie and will rate it as a "must-see" 9/10.

You'll love the unexpected twist during the end part of the movie.

You'll cry with the drama of how love really makes one crazy, stupid and human all at the same time.

You'll laugh because of Steve Carell and other celebrities starred in this film.

And finally, you'll fall in love because everyone of us wants to get loved no matter how things fall not into place. I do believe in the saying that 

"There's no such things as ONE TRUE LOVE",

but I believe in destiny, fate and patience that love will find our ways. :)

Rant for the day!

I blocked a friend in facebook, and it's my first time to do it.
Because I deleted the other one. (HAHA!)
Facebook is someone's medium to share the things that you've done or is doing at the moment and no one should ever criticize or make some nonsense / undesirable comment about it.
One of my friend  ex friend used to comment on me nicely just a couple of months ago.
But now, she is just the rudest ever. She did it to me for the 3rd time and I've had enough.
So now, SHE IS BLOCKED!
And thankful about it because she really deserves it.


CHANGE TOPIC:
Me and my friends went out today for a movie / dinner date. We watched Crazy, Stupid Love starring Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling. ♥ I'll be posting a different blog post for my insights about the movie, so stay tuned!
On a different note, we met up with one of our long lost college girlfriends! We funnily name it as the "Return of Maann" because we missed her more than a year until today. Thank God she's no longer busy with all her work. Work nga ba?


As soon as you've been part of our group, you'll always be asked about your lovelife and Maann was placed in hotseat for today. hahahaha! I just can't get it lang kasi she likes someone in the office but then she kept on thinking about her work and something like she'll get distracted.
Isn't it your crush is your number one inspiration to keep you moving and continue work?
I'm not really in support with Maann's decision about it because she might be losing lots of opportunity that may not happen again in a milliom years.
But she said she's not a risk taker when it comes to love.


I'm vastly different. I risk love and prepare myself from getting hurt.
I've experienced it twice... and I'm not yet ready to have another round of it.
I just pray to God that someday he'll give someone like the guy I met during our senior prom.
Because up until now I regret some things that had happened that should never happen in the first place. :(

Random rant for the day!

I'm really happy! I saw my crush on facebook!
I mean, OMG! My stalker functions are still working! I am the happiest girl today. 
BUT MAYBE NOT.
Because I found out that he is from the land of the green archers.
Eh I've got phobia not with them. Most especially with that a**hole guy whom I met more than a year ago.
I honestly admit that my feelings of admiration for this guy was broken down from 90% to 80%.
Still not bad? High average for my feelings.
Eh kasi naman, he is soo nice, he got those eyes that makes me smile whenever I see it. (Yes, it's because of his contact lenses maybe?). And he looks like my first crush / first love / first cry way back highschool days.
This might sound melodramatic but I don't really want to associate those persons that I've met before (meaning persons from my past) to those whom i just met recently, but they do actually look the same. I swear!


I do hope and pray that everything happens slowly so that it won't fade at once. <3
I need an inspiration to continue life everyday! Thank goodness I found one. :)

Upcoming concerts!

There's a big possibility that I can watch these upcoming concerts:

WISH WISH WISH especially for Westlife!

I am a certified Westlife fan ever since Grade 4! :)

Random rant for the day!

This rant was supposed to be ranted last Tuesday, August 16. But since I don't have enough time, today may be the best for it. But if ever I blogged about it on that same day that "it" happened, this must be a much emotional blog post. 


Just another ordinary tuesday at the office. Focused on work, deadlines and upcoming events under my sleeves. When all of a sudden this guy walked into our department and talked to my officemate. He's a bit ranting actually and I don't like his rants. He is this type of mayabang, presko guy just because he studied at this well known school here in PH and so on and so forth. I don't really like this type of guys eh. I hate them and I don't want myself to be around or oriented with them. Turns me off big time! 


After like 30 minutes, he decided to leave and went somewhere I don't know and care. Then after a while I just heard hi say "Akin yung bago ah.." and then re-appeared at the side of my table, lurking and looking like a maniac or something. He re-introduced his name and asked for my hand for what I thought a "handshake" which is totally wrong. He grabbed my hand and kissed it. LIKE YUCKERZ!  Where on earth did you have the guts to do that to me? ewwww. you! screw you! Of all people na I hate at first sight, here he goes kissing my hand. ALL I NEED IS A HANDSHAKE and PLEASE OFF YOU GO OUT OF MY SIGHT.


And then hindi pa nakuntento sa handshake, naglinger pa sya around my area and keeps on bugging me to join him on my way home. Keeps asking me where to I live or do I have a car or will someone pick me up. Hello, even if I don't have any transpo penny, I'd rather walk than go with you inside your car. ugh.


Then he asked for my number. Like how can I possibly not give it to him. Kadiri that guy. He even invited me to a drinking party tomorrow. We'll be having an event, so I'm busy, okay? Buti na lang he isn't bugging me or anything sa cellphone. Thank god!


I shared this to my guy bestfriend and he told me to be snobbish with him. Tarayan ko daw! Eh I don't know how to do it. I'm not mataray eh and that really sucks! Can someone please teach me how to be snobbish? I direly need it now! 


HELP! :(

A Special Symphony Premiere Night

This must have been one of the latest - meaning super "LATE" post I will ever do, and I'm sorry about that. I honestly am very busy with my new work now. Making a good impression will always last. :)


I am a big fan of Christian Bautista. From his very first single upto his recent hit up to date, I will never get tired of listening to his songs over and over again. So when I heard from my good friend that he will be having his first movie, which is also his first international lead role, I can't help but not to contain myself. I am super excited to watch it on screen. It might be a bit awkward because I am used to seeing Christian as a singer and not as an actor but it doesn't really matter to me. 


I first learned about it during David Archie's concert where my friend told it to me (because I honestly thought that Christian B's huge EDSA billboard is for an upcoming concert, which I am so totally wrong - what's up for not reading, eh?) And after like a week or two, this same friend told me if I am available for the premiere night of A Special Symphony.


Premiere night = artists + Christian Bautista + celebrity crushes!


So I ecstatically said YES! YES! YES! even if it fell on a Sunday. So what if there's work the next day? So what if it's Monday the next day? What matters is that I'm going to a Premiere night!

A picture of us, like we are the most excited girls in the world!

A picture of Christian Bautista, of course! But he's not looking. :(

The movie was nice, I was maybe just expecting a lot from it. Maybe something like a romantic angle? But the essence of it is really touching. All Christian Bautista fans must watch it. :)


Actually, what really caught me during the movie was the "before" and "after" part that we have to go through. Actually, we got the PRESS pass for the Premiere night. So there we are, sitting in front seats with press people at the back. Celebrities like Robi Domingo, Martin Nievera and Cristalle Henares (Vicki Belo's daughter) literally said hi and hello to us like we are press people that must be feared because one wrong move may lead to a BAD write-up. Then after the movie where celebrities get together, they kiss cheek to cheek each other and when they spot us they're like "Okay, who are you guys?" It's like the most awkward feeling EVER! But it is actually enjoyable. I wanna experience it again and act like I am an actual press. :D


So as for the end part, we got our quota for the week. If you can't understand it, just see below for our pictures:

With Robi Domingo

With Jordan Bautista (brother of Christian Bautista. They actually look a like - for me.)

And Mikel. I don't really know him but I'm familiar with his face. I even called him Miguel at first. yikes!

Fun night! :)

David Archuleta Concert - late uploads

After like almost 2 weeks, Im still on a high about David Archuleta's concert here in Manila.
I was actually watching the videos I've taken from my flip video camera. though the shot was a bit not that close, who cares. :) Everytime I watch it, it felt like I am taken back in time during David Archie's concert. ♥


Here are the photos:

So there! I still have loads of pictures, but I'd rather share these awesome pictures to you. Some of them are blurred, so sorry. :D Enjoy guys! :)

Comedy-Romantic movies

I never learned my lesson.
Just this night, I watched one comedy-romantic movie and  all at once, 
I was moved, made me realize some things and pushed myself to believe that, yes 
"Love has to wait".


When the movie "Catch Me I'm in Love" was shown here in Manila like 4 or 5 months ago (not sure though), I was really really looking forward to watch this movie with my friends.
Yes, with my friends.
But unfortunately, it never happened due to busy, hectic work schedules.


So, thank god for Video City, I rented its DVD copy and watched it with my parents.
It was really awkward to watch those kinds of movie with your Mom and Dad kasi you cannot really react with the kilig moments. Nakakadyahe talaga, as in!


Sarah Geronimo's character (Roan) in the movie is a typical woman, who works with a non-profit organization, who dreams of finding her right man one day. Here comes Gerald Anderson (Erick), the son of the country's president. The type of an easy-go lucky guy, arrogant and spoiled. Their paths met and eventually they fall in love.


Nakakarelate lang naman talaga ako sa story. Most especially when Roan asked her friend (Matteo Guidicelli) that "Why, in her age, she is still single?"
Sometimes I also ask that question. *guilty* *sad*


I don't know, I cannot fully understand myself, but there are times that I am sad, looking for someone who will comfort me and will see me differently from how others view me. It's like I needed someone who will be there by my side, unconditionally. Who will just listen to you and will support you no matter how wrong you are.


The question is: Will he ever come?
Next question: When?


I've been to many ups and downs that sometimes I am too afraid to let myself fall again for someone who isn't deserving at all. I am already setting my standards that HIGH in order for me to wait that long for this one person. And maybe, just maybe, he will come as the right person for me. 


This is the reason why I have some doubts before watching a romantic-comedy film. It makes me soo sentimental. It is like I am enjoying the movie at one point, but later on, my mind flies somewhere. 


I hope and pray that the universe will soon give me the right man worthy of everything that a girl can sacrifice for the sake of love. I am not looking for the president's or a mall tycoon son (but if God grants me, why not? :p). I am just looking for that one person who will complete my everything, and when he comes I just know that he is the right one - no if's no but's. 


I wonder how long should I wait still? 

David Archuleta Live in Manila - July 18, 2011

I have waited for this concert 2 months ago, and now everything became reality.
Me watching David Archuleta at Araneta Coliseum, closer than expected! Because if it was me, I'd rather buy an upper box ticket than be at the patron side.
I am the happiest girl tonight! I screamed at the top of my lungs like there was no tomorrow.
Like hoping David Archuleta might here my:
"I LOVE YOU DAVID ARCHUELTA!!"
and
"DAVIIIIDDDDDDD!!!!!"


Thank You so much to my dear friend for reserving the tickets for me. It is still vividly clear to me how I instantly remembered her when I got the news that David Archuleta will be back here for his 2nd concert.
If you guys are not aware, I've seen his first concert here in Manila as well. If you wanna go back in time and read my blog post about it, please click here:
David Archuleta and David Cook Concert - The Best!


I know almost all of the songs that he sang and it feels great to finally be singing the songs with him together live rather than really trying hard to sing soo well like him on my music playlist! :D
He is sooo cute, humble, very much down-to-earth person, boy next door type of man (that's why I really really really like him) and he really loves his fans! As based on my estimations, I think he sang a total of 12 songs and stayed on stage for 2 hours. Not unlike the BIEBS! (If you know what I mean!)


I just couldn't explain how I am feeling right now. It's a much different feeling right now as I witnessed his 2nd concert / first SOLO concert. It feels great to be a fan of someone like him. :)


I've got lots of pictures and videos to share but I guess I'll give time to upload some of it. I'll be posting some here in my blog as well, don't worry!


David Archuleta! Thank You for the awesome and wonderful concert tonight! Please be back again! ♥ Manila loves you! :)

David Archuleta Concert Countdown: 13 days to go!!

Yes, David Archuleta is THIS talented!

I just can't wait to see him live for his concert here in Manila on July 18th.

Archieeeee! ♥

David Archuleta Concert Countdown: 14 days to go!!

OMG! I am the biggest fan of David Archuleta ever!!! And you can't just imagine how I shouted for joy the moment I learned that he will be coming again for the 2nd time around here in Manila - now he comesback on stage for his solo concert!


I promise, swear to the universe that I will be seeing this LIVE! Oh please help me to have tickets!!


And for my countdown, everyday I'll be posting pictures of David Archuleta until his concert day at Araneta Coliseum. Archie! You are soooo adorable!!!

Movie Review: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon

I've watched Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon on its Premiere night here in Manila, and can I just say that the movie is AWESOME-er than being AWESOME! AS IN! What more adjectives can I best explain about the movie?

• Breath-taking!
• Mind Blowing!
• Stunning!
• Stupefying!
• Shocking!
• Majestic!
• Incredible!

Cast:

Transformers has and will always be a movie to watch out for. Shia LaBeouf has and will always be hot for me. Everytime I watch Transformers, I have this little bit crush on him. He is soo handsome - as what Selena Gomez said on one video that I'll be posting at the end of this blog entry. No words are enough to describe Sam Witwicky in this movie. Shia being Sam is just AWESOME. Period. 

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is the new love interest of Sam here and I must say that she did an okay job. I don't really like the way she acts because she is not an actor, she's a model in the first place. Rosie is sexy and hot but Megan Fox is sexier and hotter. It is hard to compare the two ladies but it's impossible not to compare them. I guess this will be the last chance of Rosie to star on a movie, she should just stay with Victoria Secret as a model. 

The Robots:

I always get emotional everytime I see Bumblebee. I wanna have my own Bumblebee, a friend who is always there unconditionally, without asking anything is return. So when Bumblebee is on its knees for its life, I just can't help but cry. :'(

The Special Effects:

I wonder how will this movie be in 3D? The special effects are great, more upclose fight scenes make you hold onto your seats. I've seen some but Transformers action scenes between robots are just the best!

I recommend you guys to watch the movie not just once, twice but thrice! Every penny you spent for it is worth it. 


EDIT:
Here's the video clip of Selena Gomez finally meeting Shia LaBeouf. "He is soo handsome".

Yes, I am nervous

So my parents asked me during dinner: "Are you excited for Monday?"
I nod, then I opt to to have a change of topic before they start on something.
I kinda lied with the nodding part. Honestly, I am not excited. I am very nervous.
Because by Monday, I'll be back to work as a Marketing Specialist.


I keep on posting tweets on my twitter wall about being excited for Monday, about looking forward for something good coming my way. But I think all of these are just my defense mechanisms, when in fact, I am too scared to start and would rather choose to update my online shop for the rest of my life.


I came from an Advertising company where everything is loud, ragged and different. For the past months I've been used to entering an office where everyone is on their jeans, playing  some loud music, shouts to one another or simply put it: Curse one another like its just some normal act to do. I've been exposed to these kind of environment. Very advertising in nature, I must say.


And now, as I decide to shift and go back to where I truly belong, I'm gonna take a new road in the world of marketing. But thank God events are still with me. It's totally a new workplace. Feels like everything is too professional and conservative, quiet and peaceful? I bet no ones gonna curse every single time. *laughs*


By Monday, everything's gonna change. I'll say goodbye to all my advertising account manager duties and welcome the tasks of a marketing specialist. I bet my responsibilities will somewhat be similar, but you can never bet on the word "similar" when the people and the environment is vastly different.


So please, help me God! :)

Hello, text me!

I've been waiting for that one SMS, (do take note that this is not from any employer), and I got it last June 19.
Then I remember the every 18th *supposed to be* monthsary.
And yet, I just cannot make myself conclude to such vague idea.


Hoping for a better result, and to re-start the friendship - I replied at once.
It'll be July 19 soon and I haven't received any reply yet. Sometimes it doesn't really bother me but whenever it comes to my mind, I feel so pissed, irritated and hopeless. I'm, being the same childlike person again, the one which ruined our friendship.


Sometimes, I honestly think of the "what ifs".
What if we are still friends? What if I'm a little bit mature when we met? What if I just let go of the idea that you'll be the one someday?


Heck, it was ruined. And everything's really hard to put up together and act as if everything's normal. As if nothing happened. Because it was ruined. And you cannot make it perfect anymore because it was perfect before. :(


So to end this entry, I choose to upload a pic of Winnie the Pooh. Because there's a significant connection of this to him.

Taylor Swift 2010

I watched Ellen de Generes show tonight where she have Taylor Swift as one of her guest. Honestly, I am a HUGE fan of Taylor Swift ever since I heard her "Love Story" single, plus she's soo pretty, adorable and angelic. That's the type of person (be it a boy or girl) whom I really idolize. And also, don't forget that she's waaay talented.

But then when I saw her tonight during Ellen's interview which happened late 2010, I am a bit disappointed of how she looks. She's too skinny, she isn't that pretty and she looks old, like a woman from the 1920's. I don't know if it's because of her hair + outfit or just her make-up, but there's something wrong. (JUST AN OPINION).

Then I found out as the interview progress that her current boyfriend that time was Jake Gyllenhaal, where they shocked everyone when they suddenly splitted early 2011. It's like a whilwind romance which happened so fast. Definitely, Taylor is in "head over heels" during their relationship, but eventually they ended up not together. Maybe Taylor wanted to please Jake too much that's why she looked like this? I believe she doesn't want to lose Jake, it's like she hit the jackpot that time! But, look at her now! Taylor is now very much prettier than before. Good job!

Still, this remains a big question for me. Why is it that Swift change relationships that fast! First with Joe Jonas, then Taylor Lautner, Jake Gyllenhaal, the one from Glee, and now rumors with John Meyer. I wonder what's wrong with her. 

I just want to make myself clear. I am a Taylor Swift fan. All of the things I've blogged are just my plain observations. :)