The Sunday Currently No. 9

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No Senti Saturdays yesterday because I'm saving it for next Saturday. It'll be worth the wait, I swear!

C U R R E N T L Y

R E A D I N G  Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk.
W R I T I N G  a documentary review for my sister's homework. Ugh. Ate duties. 
C L I C K I N G documentary reviews because I've limited knowledge on documentary making and how I should evaluate it.
L I S T E N I N G  Hallelujah by Jeff Buckley. Yes. I also like torturing myself. 
T H I N K I N G  about that old friend who's giving me the creeps. Have to stop. It has to stop.
S M E L L I N G this lavender-scented air freshener our neighbor got us.
W I S H I N G I was more of an optimist.
H O P I N G to be able to hang-out with my Arayat friends this week!
W E A R I N G my nightgown. Can't believe my godmother got me this for Christmas lol
L O V I N G this time of the day when I'm the only one up.
W A N T I N G go out with my High School friends. KTV with my favorite people isn't much to ask for, right? :<
N E E D I N G  to finish my reading for Lit tomorrow and to make a journal entry. Procrastination Queen's at it again!
F E E L I N G confused. I've never been this confused in such a long time that I think confused has already become a default feeling.

I just want to thank those people who have the time (and patience) to read my blog (because, really, I suck at this blogging thing). This is just an outlet, actually, and for me to practice my writing.

Have a great week! Cheerios. :)

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Thursday Tunes No. 3: With Love, Alisha

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I recently discovered this playlist in my old mp3 player yesterday while I traveled to Pampanga. This playlist brings back so much memories during my pre-teen years! Nothing but a little R&B to set the mood during the long car rides.


Have a great week, you guys!

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The Sunday Currently No. 8

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C U R R E N T L Y

R E A D I N G  an article for our Technical Writing class.
W R I T I N G  nonsense thoughts on my journal.
L I S T E N I N G  the white noise of the air-con
T H I N K I N G  if we should see Inside Out on Wednesday or not.
S M E L L I N G nothing because of my clogged nose.
W I S H I N G this week would turn out okay.
H O P I N G to be able to hang-out with my Arayat friends this week!
W E A R I N G my The Wonder Years shirt and a pair of shorts.
L O V I N G most of our professors so far. *u*
W A N T I N G go for an adventure!!!
N E E D I N G  to finish my journal entry for Lit.
F E E L I N G a tad bit disoriented.
C L I C K I N G through YouTube for some MCR, Greenday, and FOB. <3

Another Sunday, another new week to fill in with memories. How's your Sunday? :)

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Senti Saturdays Vol. 2: I Miss You, Mom.

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I MISS YOU, MOM.

I asked “what’s this on your finger?”
as I gently grabbed your hand.
It was actually an excuse
for our fingers to touch again.
Nostalgia. Bliss. All at once.
I was 5 again
running along Manila Zoo.
You grabbed hold of my tiny
hand; told me stay near you.
Side by side we toured the zoo.
Your hand in mine,
mine in yours.
By night you tucked me in bed,
hummed me my favourite lullaby
and kissed me goodnight.
We were at peace.
By morning you’d fix my hair
and tell me I’m pretty
because I got your big eyes.
You’d wait for me even if
I always end up being the last
to come out because I write
too slow.
Side by side we walk to the car
as I tell you the crazy things I did.
Delighted, you brush my cheek
and help me up the car.
We were at peace.
How long has it been
since we’ve exchanged ‘I love you’s?
How long has it been
since our bodies pressed?
How long has it been
since you’ve held my hand?
How long has it been
since we’ve compromised?
How long has it been
since we were at peace?

I wrote this poem during my freshman year in High School. It was a school day and everything was going downhill. I longed for my mother's comfort. However, I could not even take a step to her orbit. Her invisible walls were too strong to destroy, and too high to climb. Since then, I only found comfort in the company of my friends. I can't deny the fact that I still miss her. We may be living under one roof, but the walls are still there. Sometimes her gates would open, but it wouldn't be so long before it closes. Her love, for me, is best felt in the form of silence - when there are no scoldings, no reprimands, no debating, no release of negative energy.

But I'm still hoping for that day she would open her gates, and let me in; for that day she would take down her walls, and reunite again; still hoping that one day, she would come back for me, for us.


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Thursday Tunes No. 2

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For consistency's sake, I've decided to give a name for my playlist posts - Thursday Tunes. I used to dislike Thursdays since I was a kid because: 1) I've been to 6 different schools and I always get assigned to be a Thursday cleaner, whereas, I do most of the cleaning while my groupmates just hang around, and 2) it's always a bad day. Thursdays, for me, give out negative energy, so I gotta find ways to counter it. My grandmother recommended that I listen to upbeat music to brighten my mood so I wouldn't even feel like it's a bad day. I've been taking this advice since my junior year in High School, and from then on, Thursdays didn't feel so bad anymore!

Here are some of the songs I listen to:
 (In no particular order)

And, yes, I will definitely update this playlist in the future. Hope your week's doing fine.

Cheerios!



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The Sunday Currently No. 7

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My last Sunday before school starts. Two months went by so fast. I wasn't even able to fulfill my last minute getaway. Oh, well. At least I made plans with friends this week. I can't wait!

C U R R E N T L Y


R E A D I N G  Finding Audrey by Sophie Kinsella. My first ever Kinsella read. I'm not kidding. I was never into Chick Lit, but I needed a break from reading Murakami (No offense. I still love you). I'm on 4th chapter. So far so good!
W R I T I N G  an article about relationships, and this blog post.
L I S T E N I N G  to Life is Strange's soundtrack. This interactive graphic adventure game is phenomenal not only for its theme, but also for its soundtrack, aesthetics, and plot.
T H I N K I N G  of how how I could keep this conversation (relationship) last.
S M E L L I N G the scent of my shampoo. Just got out the shower.
W I S H I N G - for quality professors this semester.
H O P I N G - for a good day tomorrow, or better yet, a good week!
W E A R I N G - my polka-dot jammies and shirt (they're not even matching huhu)
L O V I N G - my dyed hair. My freshman do!
W A N T I N G - to go shopping for school supplies later. Sadly the sky does not permit to.
N E E D I N G  to get a preview of the courses we're taking this semester.
F E E L I N G - sleepy.
C L I C K I N G - tumblr


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Senti Saturdays Vol 1: Popcorn & Tissue (Movies to watch when you need a good cry)

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Have you ever had one of those days where you feel so down you want to cry, but you can't shed a tear? You try to picture yourself in a horrible situation to point where you imagine a loved one dying (Morbid, I know. But you can't deny it). This is how I felt today. I wasn't able to sleep well last night and today was just one of those days. I was home alone, my friends could not be reached, so I figured, maybe watching sappy films would make me cry. And it did.

Here's the list of the movies I watched today:
 (WARNING: MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS)
  • What's Eating Gilbert Grape?

This amazing film centers on family, self-awareness, and love. Gilbert Grape carries the responsibility in taking care of his autistic brother, Arnie, and his over-weight mother. Gilbert then meets and falls in love with Becky, a free-spirited woman, that changed his views on life. I could somehow relate to this film since I have an autistic brother. Seeing Arnie's gestures, and his speech reminds me so much of him. I am also deeply moved by Gilbert's tenderness and love for his brother and mother. (Talk about major turn on!) However, he needs to decide whether he's going to spend the rest of his life with this responsibility or to start a new life on his own. I actually cried to the part where Arnie was trying to wake up his mother from sleep. Oh the poor innocent boy's heart, being crashed into a million pieces. I CAN'T. I JUST CAN'T.

  • Up
Who says animated films can't make your eyes wet? I know a handful of animated films that made me cry but this film probably hit me the most. Up is just not just about balloons, cute little kids, and dogs, but something beyond the film's quirkyness.

  • The Fault in Our Stars
Don't deny it; It made you cry, too. Now, cry with me some more. (*sniffs*)
  • Dear John

  • In the span of two weeks, John Tyree, a soldier, and Savannah Curtis, a college student, falls in love with each other. You might be thinking: It's just another Nicholas Sparks love story. Blah blah blah already predictable that the guy gets the girl. But it's not their love story I cried for. I shit you not. I actually cried for the relationship between John and his father. Go figure.

  • Miracle in Cell No. 7

 A Korean film that circulates between a mentally-impaired father and his daughter. They lived a peaceful life until one day he was accused of murder and was therefore sent to jail. DAJSKFHASDLK I CAN'T EVEN DESCRIBE MY FEELS FOR THIS MOVIE. I think I've used two rolls of tissue on one sitting while watching it. If you're up for a major, major feels-trip then this might be the movie you're looking for.


The massive weight on my chest is now gone and boy does it feel good to have a good cry or two. Guess that sums up my day. Hope this list helps. Have a great week guys!

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The Happy List No. 2

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  • School starts on Monday!
  • Writing on my journal again.
  • Kwentuhan with my dad about his chickboy days.
  • Our new apartment. It may not be much, but I'm more happy than relieved to be out of 6th Avenue.
  • 6 people. 10 Seasons. 1 show. F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
  • Taking and picking up my brother from school.
  • Marshmallows.
  • Pineapples. Never, ever forget pineapples.
  • Libraries.
  • New school/office supplies.
  • Second-hand book shops. Truly heaven sent.
  • Staying up, binge-watching movies and TV shows until the wee hours of the morning and waking up in the late afternoon. Livin' the life!
  • New found videogames
  • Second chances. :)
Spread the good vibes, guys. <3

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Thursday Tunes No. 1: Gray Skies & Coffee

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Don't you just love the cold weather? It makes you want to grab a cup of Joe or tea and read a good book. It's also the perfect weather to take long naps in afternoon (avoiding responsibilities because screw it! I'm still on vacation).
Only a few days left before school starts and I want to make the most out of my remaining time to just lay back and chill.

I mentioned this on my previous post, and I first played it at a high school friend's house some weeks ago while me and my other high school buds were doing some catching up. It was raining outside, the house was cool and somewhat at peace so I figured, how about some good music to match up the mood and some reminiscing?

  • Hozier // Cherry Wine
  • Jeff Buckley // Hallelujah
  • Iron & Wine // Flightless Bird, American Mouth
  • Beirut // The Riptide
  • Willamette Stone // Heart Like Yours
  • Into It. Over It. // Anchor
  • The Story So Far // Clairvoyant
  • The Paper Kites // Bloom
  • Roo Panes // Tiger Striped Sky
  • Vance Joy // Georgia On My Mind
  • Jose Gonzales // Heartbeats
  • Lo-Fang // When We're Fire (Cello Version)
  • Birdy // Not About Angels
  • OK Sweetheart // We've Got Love

I think it's kinda short for a playlist, but I might add more songs to it when I have the time.

Have a great week, guys. Enjoy :)

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The Sunday Currently No. 6

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Hi, hello. (Will/is anyone even read/reading my blog? Lol.)
The past two months have been an emotional rollercoaster. Me and my family left my grandma's place and are currently settling in an apartment 3 Avenues away. We're free at last! I've been waiting to get our own place and be out of my grandma's hair(?) (pun intended).
My break's pretty much uneventful. The pool party with my high school friends,


and moving out are the only highlights of it.

Enough of chit-chat. Let's just save it for the following posts (I swear to update as much as I could).


CURRENTLY

R E A D I N G - Holes by Louis Sachan. Another book sale gem. I discovered this book from my boyfriend as his Book vs. Movie review for our English Class. I might make my own review on Goodreads within this week.
W R I T I N G - this blog post and a story an script for my sister's group project. I have to come up with 18 characters, and a 8-page long script (Font size 10) which is due tomorrow. No big deal. I'll finish this before 5. :----)
L I S T E N I N G to my "Gray Skies & Coffee" Playlist
T H I N K I N G about names for the characters. So hard to come up with such good ones (or is it just me?)!
S M E L L I N G - My hot choco! The heat from the previous months is definitely gone.
W I S H I N G - I had more time to train/work, and a stable internet connection. I've been planning to work during the break at as an Online Tutor, but my internet sucks and I haven't got the time because of the turn of events during the past few months.
H O P I N G - for a better semester. The last semester's been a huge disappointment. I really hope to improve this time.
W E A R I N G - my polka-dot jammies and shirt (they're not even matching huhu)
L O V I N G - our new apartment! It's like the smaller version of our apartment back in Tarlac - tiny, but ironically spacious.
W A N T I N G - to go on an adventure outside Manila. My one last outing before school starts.
N E E D I N G - to go to COMELEC and NBI to work on my papers. The only practical goals I've listed for when I turn 18.
F E E L I N G - confused. It's been months since I've felt certainty.
C L I C K I N G - through some socio-political blog posts. I've finally found the gold mine!

I just realized how I could update my life with this blog-link. Thanks a bunch to Ate Camie!

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Freewriting bullshit no. (i forgot to keep track)

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Thing is, I've only have 2 weeks left to accomplish all my requirements and exams, and I have no idea how to balance everything. I'm never good at time management. (And wow, you still managed to make this blog post. Kudos to you, Aj!)

I haven't written or read any book in months, or should I say, I haven't been doing anything practical and productive since god knows when. And here I am forcing my brain to get its shit together. I forgot where the Academic to Vacation Mode Switch is.

My mind's wandering off somewhere. Already transcending in to the pleasures of Dry-Season Break. I need the Beach, the all-nighters with my girlfriends, the FUN without having to worry about anything!

Welp, it's almost 11 and I better finish my speech draft for English.

Wish me luck and pray for my good soul. T ^ T



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The Sunday Currently No. 5

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Is it needed that I post every week? I suck at being consistent and being organized. Guess I need more training in Time Management.

C U R R E N T L Y:


R E A D I N G news about the Papal Visit in UST.
W R I T I N G this post, and my next post. (hehe, for the sake of the update)
L I S T E N I N G to the Dookie album by Green Day.
T H I N K I N G about the pending homework I left untouched in my bag.
S M E L L I N G what's left of the rain by the pavements.
W I S H I N G I could get myself together. I am in need of stitches and patches.
H O P I N G  for my 18th celebration to be a blast. 
W E A R I N G  a brown shirt, brown leggings and my favorite plaid shirt.
L O V I  N G how I could stand my grandmother's and my mother's nagging and early morning sermons.
W A N T I N G to play the Sims 4, but the internet's crappy and it might take me days to download.
N E E D I N G finish my schoolwork, practice the choice piece for Himig and to call my boyfriend. Hehehe.
F E E L I N G content.
C L I C K I N G (or rather scrolling) through an artist's instagram profile.

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