February

A whole month of school just passed...three more months to go! I forgot to mention in my last blog that I passed my winter class Psychology-Human Growth and Development with a B *smile*

The second weekend of February (aka my birthday weekend), I decided to get three wisdom teeth and one molar extracted in one sitting. They put me to sleep, too. I made this decision because I've been feeling the pressure of the wisdom teeth growing. I was in pain, and I just HAD to get them removed ASAP. I didn't want to be in pain this semester... It sucked because that weekend, I was going to get a tattoo for my birthday. But then I thought, I can always get a tattoo next month. It was a good experience. I was SO scared to get them removed. I remember being sooo nervous while waiting on the chair in the dentist room. I'm thankful that Brian was there for me the whole time....beginning, middle, and end. I'm thankful that Brian took care of me and bought me my Peaches & Cream Oatmeal in the middle of the night when I was hungry. (Brian, if you EVER read this: Thank you for being supportive and patient. I LOVE YOU!)

I'll also talk about my classes that I'm taking so far...

English 1B - My teacher, Mrs. Messershmidt is a really interesting teacher. She seems down-to-earth and happy, but just a little disorganized. Her style of teaching is tremendously different from my teacher last semester, Mr. Brennan. Last semester, I had homework due EVERY WEEK. This semester, I just have easy readings and then we discuss/analyze the reading in class. I haven't had an essay due, yet. I feel fortunate to have Mrs. Messershmidt because she mentioned that she doesn't care about MLA format or length, she only cares about the content....which is good because I'm all about content, too!

Public Speaking - Everytime I enter this class, I get nervous. Not a time goes by where I just want to ditch... but every single time, I find myself thinking "fuck it, I need this class." I don't know why I let this class play mental/emotional games with me. But I've decided that I CHOOSE to learn and grow in this class. The more I practice, the more comfortable I'll be. My first speech is going to be this Monday, March 1st. I'm doing a Speech to Teach and it has to be 5-6 minutes long. I'll be teaching how to make a Turon (Banana Lumpia). My teacher, Mrs. Ensminger, is a great teacher... I can tell she loves her job.

Statistics - So far..... I'm understanding statistics! I especially like how I can learn more about it online (via e-book). My teacher, Mr. Nakahama makes math fun. I'm REALLY glad I chose him.

Human Biology - We just had our first midterm last Friday. I'm taking this class with John John and it's fun!

Overall..... I can already tell that this semester is going to be an enjoyable one. I want to make the most out of it...

January

I'm surprised January went by so fast. I used to keep track of my days...it's weird how time passes by without realizing it. Every time we hit February again (my birthday month), I get this weird feeling...like I should truly take advantage of my young adulthood. Life is so short. It can be taken away from you just like that. It encourages me to appreciate everyone/EVERYTHING in my life.

SPRING SEMESTER

Oh man, oh man, oh man....my crazy, hectic Spring semester starts NEXT WEEK! I'm taking English 1B, Public Speaking, Statistics, Human Biology, and Stretch & Fitness. I think it's the Public Speaking that's making me so nervous. I can't hold off on this class any longer. Spring semester will either break or make me. It is my ticket to San Jose State. The question is: HOW BAD DO I WANT IT? I'm turning 24 next month and so in reality, I should've graduated by now. Again, HOW BAD DO I WANT THIS?

"Three things are essential: great doubt, great faith, and great perseverance."

LET'S DO THIS!!!!!!!!!!!1

Happy 6th Year Anniversary, Brian!

Within the past six years with you, I’ve learned that love is a verb and not just a feeling. Thank you for loving me, sacrificing for me, listening to me, understanding me, helping me grow, and appreciating me. You’ve helped me find security, guidance, wisdom, and power within myself. I truly look forward to more and more years with you. I love you soooo much Brian, and Happy 6th Year Anniversary!

I dedicate the song "The Higher Me" by Stacy Dudero & Robbie Ocampo to you.

LYRICS:
whoOoa
Darlin, I can't contain it anymore
You make me feel good inside
You bring out my better side
Won't you stay awhile
And spend some time with me

Darlin, I can't explain it anymore
I feel God in you
In every little thing you do
The Spirit lives so freely in your heart

(Chorus)
Cause you set apart
Your presence brings to me
The breath of love
Within my heart
You take away the fear
And help me fly high
Right by my side
You see me rise
And inspire me
To be the higher me

Baby, I can't control it anymore
You're the only one
Who makes me laugh
And bring me to tears
When I'm not even emotional

Baby, baby, baby I can't believe it
You're the first to know my worth
To see my worth
I'm so thankful that I have you in my life

(Chorus) 2x

WhoOoa............

New news!

Ever since I quit Nine West, my days have been slow and I've been feeling super, extremely lazy. I WANT TO DO SOMETHING~! But I gotta remind myself that I should be thankful for this slowness because spring semester is going to be insane in the membrane.

I started my Online Psychology 12, Human Growth & Development class last week. It's alright... this class requires a lot of reading since all the lessons are compact into one month. I have a midterm every Thursdays and I get 2 hours to take it. I got a B on my first midterm (yayer).

My new MyTouch Phone! Brian got this phone, too, but in black.
I'm addicted to Robo Defense on this phone, lol. I love this android phone!

I finally made it all the way to the top of Mission Peak :)

I usually stop at 3rd bench. Couldn't do it without my supporters!

Happy New Year!

I'm truly thankful that I had a blessed year. I had a year filled with peace, love, and happiness (I mean, how often does someone say that and mean it?). I accomplished my personal goals that were once thought to be unattainable. Not only that, I am continuing meaningful goals that were initiated in 2009 and going into 2010. I will persevere. I will stay determined. I will make mistakes. I will grow. I will learn. I will be better :)

Happy New Year to everyone!

Mark, Brian, & Jerome started the year with a 5k
PROUD OF THEM!

My Christmas Presents!

Gift: Steve Madden Boots "Punkk"
From: the boyfriend, Brian

Gift: Paint Brushes from Michael's
From: Jerome Dela Cruz

Gift: A Scrapbook & Scrapbook Secrets
From: Secret Santa, Truth Esguerra

Gift: Body Lotion from Bath & Body
From: Mark Cruz

Gift: The Time Traveler's Wife novel & $50 Borders Gift Card
From: Sean Adriano

Gift: MAC eyeshadows in Shimmermoss, Satin Taupe,
and Amber Lights. MAC lipstick in Plumful.
From: Secret Santa, Carol Mamuyac


Thank you, thank you, thank you for my awesome gifts! :)

Winter Break

I'm so glad I don't have homework on the back of my mind anymore... I'm not used to this feeling. And I still cannot believe the semester's over. In August, my inner cynic doubted my ability to balance full-time school and part-time work but I proved myself wrong and that's a huge victory for me.

Lately, I've been thinking about my 2010 New Year's Resolutions. I want to create one because I want to accomplish lots of things this year. But for sure I'd like to be more involved in community activities, such as running for a good cause (still thinking about joining the January 1st, 5k run!), donating blood, or helping kids learn how to read... stuff like that. I would also like to find Vegan Filipino restaurants and see for myself if it's possible to eat Filipino food without meat. Also, I want to conquer certain phobias next year. Three things I fear: heights, spiders, and public speaking... hopefully I'll free myself from one of them. I would also like to learn more about the Culture and History of the Philippines. I feel like if I had a better understanding of my roots, I'll appreciate it more. I'm too Americanized. Trying new things is going to be big for me in 2010. The sky's the limit!

New topic: Nine West. My manager finally went on maternity leave. I'm really excited for her! I'm hoping her baby will be born around (or on) my birthday. On the other hand, the staff isn't doing so well without her. We have two new associates who are Assistant Manager 1 and 2. One of them, apparently, is finding it difficult to blend in with us. It is hard to be the new person, I don't blame her. She has her way of running things, and we have our old way of running things. I truly believe it's all just a huuuuuuge misunderstanding between associates. Everyone has to just suck it up and run with it. I like new ideas as long as it's going to improve and benefit everyone in the long run. My only responsibility right now: train the new associates before I leave.