Southern Lights Openshoot

 Photo Disclaimer: All photos in this post courtesy of Eugene Sia Photography

Here's another set of photos from my modelling career...lol

These photos are from the Southern Lights Openshoot held last July 24, 2011, with Mr. Eugene A. Sia as the Senior Photographer and  Alvin P. Yao and Christian E. Gesta as the Assistant Photographers.

I enjoyed a lot while having this openshoot. I really, really love the photos! I wish I had more photos to display here from the shoot.=)

To the team of Eugene Sia Photography, thank you so much and more power!

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Walang Natira...

Walang Natira...

 

I have been listening to this song for several months now. I like the message expressed by its lyrics, and out of curiosity, I came to search and watch its official music video in YouTube just now. Indeed, the video sparks awareness within the minds of every Filipino citizen as well as the Philippine government and opens our eyes to the reality that had since been occurring within our society and our beloved country.

Walang natira
By Gloc 9 Ft. Sheng Belmonte

[Sheng Belmonte]
Napakaraming guro dito sa amin ngunit
Bakit tila walang natira
Napakaraming nurse dito sa amin
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Nagaabroad sila

[Gloc-9]
Lupa kong sinilangan ang pangalan ay pinas
Ngunit bakit parang puno na ang prutas ay pitas
Nauubusan ng batas parang inamag na bigas
Lumalakas na ang ulan ngunit ang payong ay butas
Tumatakbo ng madulas mga pinuno ay ungas
Sila lang ang nakikinabang pero tayo ang utas
Mga kabayan natin ay lumilipad, lumalabas
Para pumunta ng ibang bansa at doon magtanas
Ng kamay para lamang magkakalyo lang muli
Ang pahingay iipunin para magamit paguwi
Dahil doon sa atin mahirap makuha ang buri
Mapahiran ng tsokolate ang matamis na ngiti
Ng anak na halos di nakilala ang ama
O ina na wala sa tuwing kaarawan nila
Dadarating kaya ang araw na ito'y magiiba
Kung hindi ka sigurado mag-isip isip ka na
[Sheng Belmonte]
Napakaraming inhinyero dito sa amin
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira
Napakaraming karpintero dito sa amin
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Nagaabroad sila

[Gloc-9]
Mabuti kung mabuti ang kinakahinatnan
Ang kapalaran ng lahat nang nakipagsapalaran
Kahit nag-aalangan para lang sa kapakanan
Ng mahal sa buhay ang sugal ay tatayaan
Nasanlaan lahat ng kanilang pag-aari
Mababawi din naman yan ang sabi pagnayari
Ang proseso ng papeles para makasakay na sa eroplano
O barko kahit saan man papunta.
Basta kumita ng dolyar na ipapalit sa piso
Ang isa ay katumbas ng isang dakot ng mamiso
Ganyan ba ang kapalit ng buhay ng Pilipino
Lilisanin ang pamilya aamo kahit na sino
Gugutumin sasaktan malalagay sa piligro
Uuwing nasa kahon ni wala man lang testigo
Darating kaya ang araw na itoy magiiba
Kung hindi ka sigurado mag-isip isip ka na
[Sheng Belmonte
Napakaraming kasambahay dito sa amin
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira
Napakaraming labandera dito sa amin
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Nagaabroad sila

[Gloc-9]
Subukan mong isipin kung gaano kabigat
Ang buhat ng maleta halos hindi mo na maangat
Ihahabilin ang anak para 'to sa kanila
Lalayo upang magalaga ng anak ng iba
Matapos lamang sa kolehiyo matutubos din ang relo
Bilhin mo na kung anong gustong laruan ni angelo
Matagal pa kontrato ko titiisin ko muna 'to
Basta ang mahalaga ito'y para sa pamilya ko
[Sheng Belmonte
Napakaraming guro dito sa amin
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira
Napakaraming nurse dito sa amin
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Nagaabroad sila
(Gusto kong yumaman4x)
Napakaraming tama dito sa atin...
Ngunit bakit tila walang natira...

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July is coming...

June is about to end. The first day of July is about to arrive, and there's nothing to be happy about. Though I should be happy because my birthday is nearing, I don't seem to find enough reason to be, because I am still bothered with problems in my mind. For one thing, we still have financial problems in the family, and I don't think we can afford to have a big celebration on my 21st birthday. All my life, I have never experienced such a big celebration during my birthdays, (with the exception of my 1st birthday), and few months back I was planning and somewhat expecting to finally have a big one this year, which is supposed to be my first-ever birthday party since the time I learned to have wits. But from what I can see now, I think that isn't going to happen at all. Makes me sad somehow. I've been expecting a celebration in the family actually. Sigh...:(

Well anyways, its our choice whether to be happy on our birthdays or not, but I guess I'll try to be happy, even if this is my 21st birthday and it seems like there isn't going to be some kind of celebration or a party in the family. Perhaps the most important thing is, that I am so blessed by God that He has given me this life for 21 years and many more years to enjoy it. :)

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Distress...

"All at once, I cried so many teardrops, and at least a million fell..."

- Whitney Houston, All at Once

Here I am again at home, feeling so sad and bored...

But honestly, it's not the boredom here at home that's actually making be feel blue. I love being at home, because it is where I feel safe and sound with my family. The reason why I get sad when I am here at home the whole day rather, is because it brings into my mind the problems I am facing right now, as well as with our family. That's why I wanted to go out and breath in, so that at least I may not think about the problems too much. It's really sad when you feel that all the things are crashing down on you all at once. I've been feeling like this nowadays. I get so upset thinking about me not having been able to find a long-term job yet; of a family who has been expecting you to help support your financial needs in the household; of a good and loyal friend whom you can ask out to lend you money that you need for your living, but suddenly seems like your friend doesn't want to see you nowadays; and of a lover who lately makes you feel like not being given enough time and care anymore, and you just need to understand because you are not the number one priority, but the person's job.

It makes you wanna cry sometimes, and makes you wanna give up but you can't and you should not. Though I have a lot of reasons to be sad, their is always a rainbow after the rain. The most important thing to me right now, is to help in our family's financial needs, and when I'll be able to solve this problem, somehow it would already give a smile on my face, because that is actually our number one problem. I just don't know until when will I be able to get out of misery. I really don't know, and that is the saddest part of all. :(

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Feeling so lonely...

Today is Saturday and I feel so lonely here at home.

I am the only one who's left right here and I at the moment can hear nothing but the whirring sound of my room's ceiling fan. I feel sad and lonely because I'm not used to being here at home during Saturdays since I usually go out with friends and go to the mall. Plus the reality that you are the only one at home gives you more sadness. I am the person who doesn't want to be left alone. I never wanted to be alone, but what can I do? I have to stay home since there's no one I could ask to go to the mall with me, or watch movies, or whatever that gives me leisure. I'm quiet jealous with my sister going out today,  and I'm just sitting right here facing my laptop for a several hours already. Though I could have all the chance to surf the net or check my Facebook and twitter accounts, or maybe watch TV in order for me to somehow be happy, still I still feel the loneliness around the house. But then,  I guess life is not always happiness and leisure. Sometimes, we need to experience being sad and lonely. Of course, that's life. It's just that, I am not used to this situation where there's nobody to talk to or have fun with. I know I have to get used to times like this, but right now, there are still other things that bother my mind which makes me sad right now.

Aside from being alone, the reality that I do have financial problems, or perhaps the whole family has, gives me more reason to feel blue. I still haven't been accepted in a new freelance writing job, though I have already looked and applied lots of them. I keep on telling myself to be patient but as days pass by I getting more anxious and anxious. In addition, my mom thought that I already found a new online job, when in fact i am still looking for one. Sigh...Times like this makes me wanna curl up like a ball in bed and cry. I wanted to help our family financially, but as much as I wanted to, I cannot do anything yet. I still keep on waiting for the clients to respond to my application. As of now, the only thing I can do is to continue seeking help from God and to be patient for His blessings. Perhaps God has better plans for me on why these things are happening in our lives right now. I just hope and pray that it'd be too soon when our family could finally live a better life, gradually. Nonetheless, I still thank God for the millions of blessings He has given us all our lives.

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Baby Abbey's day out @ McDonald's

It was indeed an enjoyable day for Baby Abiguel, nicknamed "Abbey", my first niece, as she, her mom, her Ninang Roselyn and I went to McDonald's Limketkai to have our merienda and at the same time give Baby Abbey, at her sixth month, a fun time out of her comfort zone...

We enjoyed staying at Mcdo since it's a cool place and we get to have some chikka time with her mom and her Ninang Roselyn. Indeed, Baby Abbey also enjoyed a lot as we fed her with french fries, spaghetti and ice cream (Are these food even good for the baby? Nevermind.) and at the same time get to see many people around her. Also, it was her first time to go there. Not to mention, having a picture at Ronald McDonald's lap.=D

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I finally have my own laptop!

By the title itself, this is already a blog post!

After 4 years in college of dreaming of owning my very own laptop, my dream finally came true as I bought this laptop today -  Asus A42F. I am so happy that I got to choose the perfect laptop that fits within my budget. By the look and feel of it, I definitely love it! Want to know the specs of Asus A42F? Read through:

Specifications

Processor & Cache Memory	Intel® Core™ i3-370M Processor 2.40GHz Processor
Operating System	Optional
Chipset	Mobile Intel® HM55 Express Chipset
Main Memory	2GB DDR3
Display	14" HD (1366x768) LED backlit
Video Graphics & Memory	Integrated Intel® GMA HD
Hard Drive	500GB,5400rpm
Optical Drive	DVD Super Multi
Card Reader	3 in 1 card reader, SD,MMC,MS
Video Camera	VGA web camera (Fixed type)
Fax/Modem/LAN/WLAN	Integrated 802.11 b/g/n
LED Status Indicator	Power-on/Suspend Battery Charging/full/low Storage device access Capital Lock Wireless on status indicator
Interface	1 x Headphone-out jack 1 x VGA port/Mini D-sub 15-pin for external monitor 3 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert 1 x HDMI
Hot Keys	Function Keys: Fn+F1 Suspend switch Fn+F2 WLAN switch Fn+F3 Access to the E-mail Fn+F4 Access to the Internet Fn+F5 Brightness down Fn+F6 Brightness up Fn+F7 LCD on/off Fn+F8 LCD/CRT switch display Fn+F10 Volume on/mute Fn+F11 Volume down Fn+F12 Volume up Fn+Space Power 4Gear Fn+C Splendid Fn+V Camera capture Fn+↑: Stop Fn+↓: Play/Pause Fn+ ←：Skip to Previous Track Fn+ →：Skip to Next Track
Audio	Built-in Azalia compliant audio chip, with 3D effect & full duplex Built-in speaker and microphone Altec Lansing® speakers SRS Premium Sound
Keyboard	ASUS 302mm keyboard integrated Numeric keypad 19mm full size key pitch
Battery Pack & Life	48.84WHrs, 4400 mAh, 3S2P 6 cells battery pack
AC Adapter	Output: 19 V DC, 3.42 A, 65W Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal
Dimension & Weight	34.9 x 23.8 x 3.65 cm (W x D x H) 2.2 kg (with 6 cell battery)
Warranty & e-support	1-year limited global hardware warranty

Here are the images I took out of my brand-new laptop!

I am really so happy today that I have finally acquired my very own laptop. Now I wouldn't have any problems regarding my work since I can bring this anywhere that is a convenient place to do my online job. I can't wait to let my friends see this! It's certainly a cool and awesome laptop from Asus! Thank you Lord for making my wish come true!

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