The Note

Believe it or not, this simple note brought me to tears.

Goodness, I'm getting so emotional right here and I don't know where I'm going with this. I just wanted to tell you that my afternoons won't be the same anymore. You have no idea how much you mean to me, really.

I will miss you.

Teh, good luck on your new life. You're right, it's never too late to change. And I'm looking forward to meeting a new you in the future.

On my way to believing

"I've got a tight grip on reality but I can't let go of what's infront of me here... I know you're leaving in the morning when you wake up... leave me some kind of proof it's not dream..."

- The Only Exception by Paramore

Because They've Got the Moves Like Jagger

Christina Aguilera is back with a collaboration with fellow judge (of the hit singing competition show, The Voice), the forever good looking, Adam Levine. ;) Moves Like Jagger is the new song that's on the loop on my player! Because of its funky beat, good vibes all the way. :)

In Black and White

 

Isn't she lovely stunning? Emma Watson is an epitome of beauty and brains and class, and she's the perfect example of a role model. Even if she is busy with her commitments such as filming movies and modeling, studying is still on top of her priorities. Also, despite being famous, she never lets fame and fortune get in her head. She has become a woman of essence, and I find her truly fascinating when she begins to speak her mind and stand up for what she believes in. I really admire her and I'm pretty sure that a bright future awaits her. :)

Remembering 9/11

Can you still remember what happened in New York on this very day ten years ago? 

Then...

...and now.

 I was only 10 years old then when I heard about two airplanes that crashed into the tallest buildings in the world, the World Trade Center, or most popularly known as the Twin Towers. I was able to see how the two airplanes caused chaos and fear in the busy streets of New York City. No, I wasn't there but I got to see that "goosebumps" moment because I saw it on TV. It was probably the saddest, the most shocking, and the most horrifying news at that time for the reason that every person I see on TV was crying, asking for help, looking for their missing loved one, and the like. Not only the Americans were greatly affected but the whole world in general. I remember Auntie Lucy and my Dad thought of Auntie Belen and Uncle Pomping who live in New York, and we prayed for their safety and the safety of others too (specially the ones who were in that particular area). I felt bad for the people who lost their loved ones... and yet proud of those who sacrificed their lives to help the others who were trapped in the debris of the buildings.

  

Yes, a decade has already passed but the memory is still alive in the hearts and memories of the people.

The second photo shows two blue lights that are being lit up every September 11. The Twin Towers used to stand on that place. On its 10th anniversary, I hear that these lights will be turned on for the last time. 

In memory of the 9-11 victims, let's all have a moment of silence and offer a prayer for them and the family they have left behind.

*Photos retrieved from Google images*

The Three Musketeers

Meet Hazel and Serie, my adventure buddies.

Time flies really fast. It has been a year since I met these two wonderful ladies. I love being around Hazel and Serie because I learn a gazillion of interesting things from them. We get to talk about anything under the sun--- from Harry Potter, arts, music, movies, celebrities, our life as teachers, food, photography... you name it! And what I like best about them is that they're always game for something fun and spontaneous, which is why whenever there's an opportunity (and when I get a go-signal from my aunt or my parents), we're off on that mini adventure.

So last August 29 (it's a holiday here in the Philippines) after a hearty lunch with my three favorite aunties at Little Asia, I went to Eastwood to meet up with Hazel and Serie. They came all the way from Laguna to seek adventure in one of the most beautiful leisure places in the metro.

As soon as they arrived at our meeting place, we went straight to Happy Lemon, a store that serves the yummiest beverages with a twist. Who would have thought that rock salt and cheese could make a simple green tea taste like heaven? And did you know that Yakult would taste even better when combined with lemon? And what's the taste of Oreo cookies mixed with cream coffee? Well, if you're getting more curious about Happy Lemon, click here. 

   

Happy Lemon can literally make you happy! Serie and I ordered Milk Tea and Black Pearl while Hazel tried Green Tea with Rock Salt and Cheese. Yes, they're that good! We will try Lemon Yakult when we get back.

Also introduced them to Golden Spoon. They were impressed because the yogurt tasted like ice cream. And did I mention that I got mine for free because there was a promo at that time? Coolness!

I end this blog by sharing with you the lovely photos I "stole with permission" from Serie. ;)

P.S. To Hazel and Serie, just in case you come across this blog, I'm looking forward to having more fun adventures with you both! Round 3 soon, okay? :)