Archive for October, 2005

30
Oct

astral (part 1)

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Categories: Prose

(Author’s note: this was one of the first short stories I made when i was still working in the Trinity Observer. I posted it at highfiber.org and published it in Trinity Observer’s literary folio, Adobong Rosas. Enjoy!)

It was a gloomy Friday afternoon. Thick clouds hovered the horizon. Michael felt it would be raining soon. He was meeting with his girlfriend, Anne, in their spot in the college open field. Today was the 13th; a day believed by some to be unlucky. But for him, it was special.

Today was their second-year anniversary.

He looked at his watch. The short hand was in the number six while the long hand had just reached the number 12. Anne should have arrived by now.

A few minutes later, as Michael was looking at his watch for the nth time, he saw Anne from afar. He then stood up from the concrete bench he was sitting and quickly gave the dozen white roses he bought for her.

"Happy anniversary," Michael greeted Anne.

"We need to talk," Anne replied.

Michael didn’t remember how everything started. He couldn’t even remember most of the things Anne had said. But there were few words that he remembered. And those few words opened his eyes for his tears to flow.

"I love you Michael. And I know you also loved me. It’s just that for the past several weeks, everything we had seem to fade. We don’t see each other that much like how we used to. You are too occupied with a lot of things, except me. I’m tired of being alone and always waiting for you. I’m sorry…"

Suddenly, just like Michael’s tears, rain poured down from the heavens.

Michael watched helplessly as Anne leave. As she vanished into the horizon, he stares into oblivion, as both the rain and tears washed away all the things they built and believed in, and all the dreams and memories they shared.

He was alone now. The hours passed liked eternity. All he did was desperately begged to the heavens for a miracle. All he saw was a lone star that desperately glimmered amidst the dark sky and the heavy rain.   

"Hey," a voice called Michael.

"…"

"Are you alright?"

"…"

"Do you always enjoy getting soaked in the rain?"

"…"

"Are you planning to get sick? ‘Coz if you do, I’ll bet you’ll be successful in getting yourself at least a cold, or a pneumonia or something."

"Oh I get it. You’re deaf," and the stranger gave a quick, sardonic smile.

"I don’t talk to strangers," Michael answered.

"Me neither. By the way, I’m Michelle. Now you know my name and I’m not a stranger to you anymore. Does Mr. Wetpants have a name," she retorted.

"Michael."

The heavens suddenly stopped grieving for Michael. The night sky suddenly became clear and stars twinkled in a silent tune.

But his lone star was nowhere to be found.

25
Oct

g24: the reunion

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Categories: Gibbrish

G24_10last friday i went out with my blockmates from u.p.. the gang’s almost complete: ja (and his luv), rich, karlo, chester (oh it should be lawrence, right?), francis, ronnel (the new pornographer, oopss, photographer of the block), flo, elson, mel, abby (with her luv), eli, and of course my angel, twinkle (you get special mention for the effort of organizing this ordeal. hehe).

basically, nothing’s changed with most of the guys, except for rich, twinkle, and abby’s "rejoice hair" look and me getting the weight through the years (damn, kala ko pumayat na ako, sobrang payat ko pala talaga dati, arg!). marami na ring nangyari through the years, i guess. marami nang nagmigrate sa states (and i’m gonna be next. bwahaahahaha!). marami na rin ang nagkaroon ng different jobs (si grace lang ang kilala ko na nagpalipat-lipat sa 4 na IT companies in a span of 2 years, san ka pa?!). marami na rin ang umibig at nasawi inside and outside of the block (karlo!!!).

but i guess a lot of things may change but somehow, when we guys go out, there’s still the "freshie" spirit in us, yung tipong nasa eastwood kami at oktoberfest pa tapos wala kaming maisip gawin and we ended up going sa arcade and chilling sa the coffee beanery (starbucks pa rin ako, arg!). basta, kewl pa rin ang g24. kahit nakadawalang years lang akong kasama kayo guys, you never made me feel na parang outcast ako (kahit ako na mismo ang nagdeclare na outcast ako. hehe.).

thanks for everything and ’til next gimik, folks!

13
Oct

100 best things in life

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Categories: Gibbrish

an old list compiled by my old friend vince way back in u.p. ever since i got hold of this list, i read it one-by-one when i feel life isn’t best for me. hope you guys find the same feel-good spirit i get from this list.

enjoy! :D

THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE

1. Falling in love.
2. Laughing so hard your face hurts.
3. A hot shower.
4. No lines at the Super Walmart.
5. A special glance.
6. Getting mail.
7. Taking a drive on a pretty road.
8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio.
9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside.
10. Hot towels out of the dryer.
11. Finding the sweater you want is on sale for half price.
12. Chocolate milkshake.
13. A long distance phone call.
14. A bubble bath.
15. Giggling.
16. A good conversation.
17. The beach.
18. Finding a 20$ bill in your coat from last winter.
19. Laughing at yourself.
20. Midnight phone calls that last for hours.
21. Running through sprinklers.
22. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all.
23. Having someone tell you that you’re beautiful.
24. Laughing at an inside joke.
25. Friends.
26. Falling in love for the first time.
27. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you.
28. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep.
29. Your first kiss.
30. Making new friends or spending time with old ones.
31. Playing with a new puppy.
32. Late night talks with your roommate that keep you from sleeping.
33. Having someone play with your hair.
34. Sweet dreams.
35. Hot chocolate.
36. Road trips with friends.
37. Swinging on swings.
38. Watching a good movie cuddled up on a couch with someone you love.
39. Wrapping presents under the Christmas tree while eating cookies and drinking eggnog.
40. Song lyrics printed inside your new CD so you can sing along without feeling stupid.
41. Going to a really good concert.
42. Getting butterflies in your stomach every time you see that one person.
43. Making eye contact with a cute stranger.
44. Winning a really competitive game.
45. Making chocolate chip cookies!
46. Having your friends send you homemade cookies!
47. Spending time with close friends!
48. Seeing smiles and hearing laughter from your friends…
49. Holding hands with someone you care about.
50. Running into an old friend and realizing that some things (good or bad) never change.
51. Discovering that love is unconditional and stronger than time.
52. Riding the best roller coasters over and over.
53. Hugging the person you love.
54. Watching the expression someone’s face as they open a much-desired present from you.
55. Watching the sunrise.
56. Getting out of bed every morning and thanking God for another beautiful day.
57. Reviewing your day and finding out that God has used you to be of service to others.
58. Realizing that the person you’ve been lookin’ for is actually before your very eyes.
59. Realizing how much God loves you.
60. Receiving beautiful flowers.
61. Laughing in the rain.
62. Your friends singing for you.
63. Birthdays!
64. Receiving a much-deserved A+.
65. Cheering in a really good game and having your favorite team win!
66. Going to confession, then praying your penance.
67. Seeing a cute baby.
68. Watching a kid sister or brother grow.
69. Graduations…
70. Realizing that the people you call friends are really your friends.
71. Accidentally meeting people that you haven’t seen in quite some time.
72. Picking up flowers.
73. Shopping sprees.
74. Sharing a plate, the spoon and the fork with one or more of your friends during a party, even if there were enough utensils.
75. Driving around rather fast during the afternoon with the top down (if it’s a convertible) or with the windows down (if it’s not) and with blaring country music.
76. Making clink-clink sounds using the china and silver during wedding receptions so that the newlywed couple would kiss.
77. Watching — and crying – all over again your favorite movie.
78. Opening passed notes.
79. Carrying balloons while eating ice cream on a sugar cone.
80. Eating your favorite ice cream.
81. Breathing deep and giving a prayer of thanks at the end of each semester.
82. Coming home.
83. Waking up before the alarm.
84. Really getting up when the alarm sounds.
85. Waking up to the chirping of the birds.
86. Christmas.
87. Falling asleep in the arms of the one you love.
88. Looking out the window of an airplane and basking in the glory of having a carpet of clouds around you.
89. Rainbows.
90. Teddy bears.
91. Food fights.
92. Happy hours.
93. cookies and cream
94. marriage proposals from your fiancee.
95. marrying the one you love.
96. seeing your children after they are born.
97. seeing all your children graduating.
98. seeing your daughter in her debut.
99. seeing your daughter getting married.
100. getting old with the one you love.

06
Oct

SMB OKTOBERFEST 05 SCHEDULE

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Categories: Music

let’s continue the party! here are the schedule:

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
INTRAMUROS
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
6CYCLEMIND, THE DAWN

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
BLUE WAVE
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
PIDO

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GATEWAY
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
WINGS S, UNITY, PAOLO SANTOS

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EASTWOOD
Friday, October 07, 2005
Brand line-up:
JIMMY BONDOC, VELCRO, 6CYCLEMIND

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EDSA CENTRAL
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
MOJOFLY, JIMMY BONDOC

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GREENHILLS
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
CUESHE

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
MEGAMALL
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
IMAGO, KJWAN

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STAR MALL - LAS PINAS
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
THOR

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STA. LUCIA - CAINTA
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
UPDHARMADOWN, RADIOACTIVE SAGO PROJECT, JUAN PABLO DREAM

2nd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
METROWALK
Friday, October 07, 2005
Band line-up:
NATURAL HIGH, SESSION ROAD

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STA. LUCIA - CAINTA
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Band line-up:
THOR, DICE & K9

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
METROWALK
Saturday, October 08, 2005

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STAR MALL - LAS PINAS
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Band line-up:
UTURN, JIMMY BONDOC, ESCAPE

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EASTWOOD
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Band line-up:
WINGS S

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
MEGAMALL
Saturday, October 08, 2005

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GATEWAY
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Band line-up:
UPDHARMADOWN, RADIOACTIVE SAGO PROJECT, JUAN PABLO DREAM

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
BLUE WAVE
Saturday, October 08, 2005

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EDSA CENTRAL
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Band line-up:
MOCHA, 6CYCLEMIND

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GREENHILLS
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Band line-up:
6CYCLEMIND, IMAGO

2nd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
INTRAMUROS
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Band line-up:
KJWAN

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EASTWOOD
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
THE DAWN

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
MEGAMALL
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
JIMMY BONDOC, THOR

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GREENHILLS
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
UTURN, WINGS S, PAOLO SANTOS

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STA. LUCIA - CAINTA
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
PIDO

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
METROWALK
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
IMAGO

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
BLUE WAVE
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
VELCRO

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STAR MALL - LAS PINAS
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
UTURN

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GATEWAY
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
PAOLO SANTOS, PIDO

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EDSA CENTRAL
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
KJWAN

3rd FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
INTRAMUROS
Friday, October 14, 2005
Band line-up:
UPDHARMADOWN, RADIOACTIVE SAGO PROJECT, JUAN PABLO DREAM

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EASTWOOD
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
SESSION ROAD

3RD SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
INTRAMUROS
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
IMAGO, VELCRO

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
BLUE WAVE
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
MOCHA, PAOLO SANTOS

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GREENHILLS
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
THOR

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GATEWAY
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
DICE & K9

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STA. LUCIA - CAINTA
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
SESSION ROAD

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
METROWALK
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
WINGS S,UTURN, PAOLO SANTOS

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STAR MALL - LAS PINAS
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
UPDHARMADOWN, RADIOACTIVE SAGO PROJECT, JUAN PABLO DREAM

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
MEGAMALL
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
CUESHE

3rd SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EDSA CENTRAL
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Band line-up:
PAOLO SANTOS, WINGS S

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
BLUE WAVE
Friday, October 21, 2005
Band line-up:
JIMMY BONDOC, NATURAL HIGH

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GATEWAY
Friday, October 21, 2005
Band line-up:
CUESHE

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STA. LUCIA - CAINTA
Friday, October 21, 2005
Band line-up:
MOJOFLY

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
INTRAMUROS
Friday, October 21, 2005

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GREENHILLS
Friday, October 21, 2005
Band line-up:
JIMMY BONDOC, MOJOFLY

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
METROWALK
Friday, October 21, 2005

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EASTWOOD
Friday, October 21, 2005
Band line-up:
IMAGO

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
MEGAMALL
Friday, October 21, 2005
Band line-up:
WINGS S, PIDO, SESSION ROAD

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EDSA CENTRAL
Friday, October 21, 2005
Band line-up:
DICE & K9, VELCRO

4th FRIDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STAR MALL - LAS PINAS
Friday, October 21, 2005

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EASTWOOD
Saturday, October 22, 2005
CUESHE

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
INTRAMUROS
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Band line-up:
MOJOFLY

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STAR MALL - LAS PINAS
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Band line-up:
NATURAL HIGH, NYOY VOLANTE

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GREENHILLS
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Band line-up:
THE DAWN

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
GATEWAY
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Band line-up:
THOR

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
STA. LUCIA - CAINTA
Saturday, October 22, 2005

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
METROWALK
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Band line-up:
MOCHA, VELCRO

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
EDSA CENTRAL
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Band line-up:
NYOY VOLANTE

4th SATURDAY OF OKTOBERFEST
BLUE WAVE
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Band line-up:
WINGS S, UTURN, ESCAPE

parental advisory: all schedule in italics SHOULD BE ENJOYED! and all schedule with cueshe, paolo santos and 6 cycle mind SHOULD BE AVOIDED! :D

enjoy!

thanks to smb play for the info.