My friend, Rachel is sooo in love with her boyfriend! Well, you cannot blame her because the guy is super duper cute and terribly nice. She’s always bragging about his squeaky clean image – no vices except playstations. Not bad. Who wouldn’t fall for that kind of guy? Hay, she’s so lucky!
Yesterday, she’s asking for advice on what to give him for their third anniversary. I told her to search for playstation 3 because I think that would be the best gift to give. She totally agreed and so happy that she’ll no longer worry about her anniversary gift. Go girl!

I’m always saving for my eldest sister’s birthday. She’s very special to me because she’s like a mom to us. Ate always take care of us even when our mom’s still around. She’s so selfless and generous to a fault that if she can, she would always give us everything that we want everyday! Super love her for that! So, I always save for her birthday. It’s her special day and I want her to feel how grateful I am to be her sister.

For this year, I'm planning to give her a camcorder as a birthday gift. I've been searching for the best camcorders to choose from. I would always give her the best because she’s the best sister in the whole world! Cheesy? Hahaha! I know, but that’s how much I love her eh!

It’s a sad news all over the world that the King of Pop is dead. I’m not a big fan of Michael Jackson but learning about his death and childhood experiences makes me really really sad.
Here are some of the sad things I’ve read from Wikipedia about him…

From a young age Jackson was physically and emotionally abused by his father, enduring incessant rehearsals, whippings and name-calling. Jackson’s abuse as a child affected him throughout his life. In one altercation—later recalled by Marlon Jackson—Joseph held Michael upside down by one leg and “pummeled him over and over again with his hand, hitting him on his back and buttocks”. Joseph would also trip up, or push his male children into walls. One night while Jackson was asleep, Joseph climbed into his room through the bedroom window. Wearing a fright mask, he entered the room screaming and shouting. Joseph said he wanted to teach his children not to leave the window open when they went to sleep. For years afterwards, Jackson suffered nightmares about being kidnapped from his bedroom.

Jackson first spoke openly about his childhood abuse in a 1993 interview with Oprah Winfrey. He said that during his childhood he often cried from loneliness and would sometimes get sick or start to vomit upon seeing his father. In Jackson’s other high profile interview, Living with Michael Jackson (2003), the singer covered his face with his hand and began crying when talking about his childhood abuse. Jackson recalled that Joseph sat in a chair with a belt in his hand as he and his siblings rehearsed and that “if you didn’t do it the right way, he would tear you up, really get you”.
Now, I understand why he was like that. He’s not a Wacko Jacko, he had a terrible childhood that greatly affects his adult life. So sad! May you be happy wherever you are. Rest in peace, Michael Jackson!

If I really wanted to make a difference I would..

Refuse to live above my means.

Saying no to frivolous debt may seem limiting at first, but in the long run, you will be rewarded with a sense of liberation and empowerment. Don’t trade your freedom for some cool new gadget. Save for things worth having and make a conscious choice to forego those purchases you can’t afford. You will quickly see a difference in your stress level, your sense of well-being, and your ability to impact the lives of others.

I am so happy this morning because an angel gave me a 1,000 bucks! So lucky, right? Do you know who my angel is?… I didn’t expect it and God really knows what your heart desires. My angel this morning is the grandma of my previous student. She approached me, held my hand and gave me the 1,000 bucks. I asked her what’s that for and she told me that it’s for helping his grandson with his studies last school year. I tried to give it back because I helped his grandson wholeheartedly and not expecting anything in return, but, she wouldn’t let me.
God answered my prayer, I’m kinda short right now and He sent an angel to gave me what I need. I felt so blessed and loved by Him!

Thank you Lord for my angel and my super duper early blessings!

Finally, after a long long time, I am now officially a registered voter! Woohoo! This coming 2010, there will be a Presidential election here in the Philippines and I will make sure that I am going to vote. We need to be heard, people! Don’t waste your opportunity to vote. I encourage all the Filipinos out there to please register at the COMELEC or at your Barangay to become an official voter.

If you want change, then please register and vote!

I have been rambling about getting fit and healthy these past few days to my friends and they all agree that it’s about time. Some of them were questioning my sincerity because I already told them about getting fit a few years ago and yet here I am as big as a cow.
Well this time, I told them it’s for real. Promise! I have a gown that I’m looking forward to wear (bridesmaid) and of course, I want to be fit due to health issues. I’ve told them about trying diet pills to speed my trimming down. One of them told me that she read something about liporexall review and how effective it is. I’m so glad that my friends are all supporting me with my struggles in getting fit. I really love them! I can’t wait to flaunt my sexy body to them. Can’t wait to hear their praises! Hahaha!

I went to my friend’s pad yesterday. She invited me for dinner and we chatted nonstop! Ginny’s pad is beautiful, the color is vibrant and yet it is still homey. She recently renovated her bedroom and I tell you, it looks like a model from Home and Leisure. It’s so comfy you never wanted to go anywhere else. Most of her stuff are new: the bed, sofa, the cute little dining set and there is a new plasma tv, too! She told me that she’s looking for the perfect plasma stand. I didn’t know that you could buy a plasma stand. I thought you just hung it (plasma tv) on the wall. Stooopid! Need to update myself on new gadgets.

I really love her comfy little home. Hay! I need to save save save to own a new pad like Ginny’s.

I love watching reality shows specially when it’s about fashion. One of the shows that I really like is Tim Gunn’s Guide To Style. It’s about seeking advice on what to wear on different occasions. The show starts with Tim Gunn and Greta Monahan (co-host) reviewing and then discarding most of the guest’s existing wardrobe. Another segment involves the us of OptiTex fashion design software to illustrate the appearance of different fashions on a computer simulation of the guest, followed by a solo shopping spree for “ten essential items,” which the hosts then critique. The guest will also meet with specialty consultants, such as designers, hairdressers or runway coaches, for one-on-one coaching. The show ends with a reveal to the guest’s friends and family to show off the changes in their style.

You can really see the transformation of the guest and the happiness that radiates in her. Watch this show and I’m telling you, you will learn a lot about your body and fashion!

My friend, Vanj (the bride to be) is super excited about the details of her upcoming wedding. We had a chat earlier and she cannot help gushing and giggling all the time! I’m sooo happy that she’s super duper happy, she really deserves it! Her only concern right now is she’s gaining a little weight. She’s looking for the best diet pills to help her lose those unwanted pounds. She’s so busy right now that she doesn’t have time to exercise.

Oh well, need to look for the best diet pills for her and for me!

If I really wanted to make a difference I would..

Keep my priorities straight.

Take time to consciously list your obligations and activities, and don’t hesitate to put them down on paper. Be as specific as possible. Then honestly and thoughtfully estimate how much time and effort you are devoting to each. This exercise may cause you to see that you are giving less attention to those items that should be most important. You only have one life to live; make it count.