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People of my year 2011

I got this idea when I came across Bianca's blog. Media publishes a list of people that made significant impact over the year that was. Well, this is my version of it, the difference is that these are the people that influenced, moved, and inspired my year 2011. This is my little way of saying thank you for what they have done whether they know it or not.

 

Nadine Crescilde B. Adriatico



Nads and I have know each other for almost 3 years now (ever since I started working at TMC) but it was only last year that we've gotten really close. 2011 was a tough year for me, and just when I tought that nobody can understand me and what I'm going through, she opened up her life to me. She is truly one of the most inspiring person you would ever meet. That talk at 711 in Buendia at the middle of the night changed how I look at things and the challenges I was facing. She literally saved me. I've learned the appreciation of having time for yourself, pursuing our dreams, making new dreams, discovering our passion, while waiting for that someone that God has prepared for us. This free-spirit, fun loving girl is a true beauty, inside and out.



Desiree Cuevas



'Desia Maldita' as we fondly call her. She has this weird characteristic of being maldita while staying prim and proper. So cute! haha... She is one of the most good-hearted person you would meet. A true friend, she supports you and makes you believe in yourself and what you can be. I’m so happy knowing that this year will be one of her happiest. Good things happen to good people.



Alexis A. Mago



Lexia! In his own words, maswerte ako na friend ko cya, half man and half woman. :) He understands me, a real friend who would stand by you and try to make you laugh even when your messed up. Sometimes he even surprises me by analyzing me. He's truly wonderful, and amazing. A force to be reckon with, not just as a great nurse but as an all around inspiring man.



Ian Mendez





My 'kuya', in every sense of the word. Ian has been my crying shoulder, my laughing buddy, my ka-chismisan, ka-kwentuhan, kasama sa panglalait, my kunsintedor! Lucky for me we both have the same twisted sense of humor! haha... ang taong walang sawang nakikinig sa mga paulit ulit kong kwento! He is my mojo booster! 'kaya mo yan ate' were often the words I would hear from him every time I feel down. He's someone that I know would stand up for me, even if im wrong, although pag kami na lang alam kong pagagalitan nya ko! haha... Kuyang kuya. His love for Kristina is something that would inspire you. This is the couple that I have confidence would make it to the end. Theirs is a love that grew more and more as time passed by. 

Czervina Cabrera-Sallan

My bestfriend since the very first day of college! Yes, the very first day! Beki is an amazing woman, true friend, wonderful wife, and now a new mother, in which I know she'll be awesome! This girl has been my rock at the lowest point of my life. It's true what they say, 'maybe it's not blood bonds that makes us family, perhaps it's the people who knows our secrets and loves us anyway'. She's one of the biggest blessing in my life. 



Charo B. Adame



Ofcourse Cha would make it on my list! One of my bestest friend in the world! missing her so much! She has the attitude that makes you wonder how a four feet, eleven inches woman can be so strong. Her perseverance and determination made her an achiever, not only in the field of her career but as a woman that loves and wants the best for her family.

Joset Karen Cometa

Meow! Karen and I have known each other since college, although we don't get to see each other as often as before, we know that we're still there for each other. I’m so thankful that God has given me a chance to know someone who has a positive outlook in life. It’s an honor being friends with her.

Ayna de Luna

Strong-willed, determined woman, a person who's faithful to her beliefs. I love her! She's one of a kind. Having conversations with her, makes you think and learn about everything, life in general. She's smart, honest, opinionated and her experiences in life and how she handles it makes her shine.

Generalyn H. Quiambao

Bessie! Ghen is a nurturer, she takes care of everyone dear to her, very maalaga. I've known her since highschool, she may have this aura that's intimidating but once you get to know her, she's very thoughtful and warm. She would even probably be one of the sweetest person you would know.

My Family

My family ofcourse is on this list. I thank the Lord for giving them to me.

I feel blessed having these people in my life. How about you, who are the people that made it to your list?

A new story to tell.

I think it's time for me to tell a story that would give you a glimpse of who I am.

I was not the kind of girl who always has a boyfriend, not the one everybody thinks as the sexy, gorgeous, mahinhin, girlfriend-material type. In gradeschool, I really was a kid! I go to school without combing my hair; I have the biggest bag ever! filled with books and notebooks!--> nah, don't get me wrong, I like to study, but, I was not the genius one either, I just like to carry all those books ‘coz I thought it made cool...apparently not! haha! I played whatever game there is, Chinese garter, 10-20, langit lupa, agawan base, etc. I learned taekwondo, swimming, tennis, basketball, volleyball, chess (I was once a champion! oh yeh), darts, etc. Some of which I was just forced to learn so I can participate in our school’s sportsfest. I did not have my "kikaykit" up until my junior years... (yes, I know... latebloomer) and oh, I also use to wear the dorkiest glasses ever! (Thank heavens for contact lenses). Needless to say, I am NOT the girly girl type. Oh well, considering all my siblings are boys and my dad is in the military, I think you'll forgive me. Right?! :)

Anyway, I choose to begin my story this way because through those years, one man changed me...(oh yes, this is about a BOY.) He may not know the impact he had on my life, as we never really had the typical boyfriend-girlfriend relationship.

In school, he was considered Mr. popular; many girls (even pa-girls) had a crush on him. I really don’t remember why he has that effect on girls (and pa-girls). Hmmm...well, he is good-looking, although he's not that tall, he plays basketball exceptionally well, he is charming without even trying, he's quiet (which I think makes him mysterious to everyone who doesn't know him), and I must admit, he has an amazing smile. ---> okay, now I remember. ^_^

So imagine the shock I got when somebody told me he has a crush on me! HA! me?! O_o (for real? WEH?) Even I couldn't believe! It's the next thing to impossible!

Anyway, this boy saw me pass my glasses, big bag, clumsy moves, non-sense jokes, and not so girly moves... He did have a crush on me!!! But I wasn't ready for that kind for relationship, so I said no. (haba ng hair! haha!) We became closer and closer as time goes by... we became bestfriends! You must be thinking typical "cheesy" tag name for people who doesn't want to be in a relationship but have feelings of more than that of a friend for each other... well, YOU’RE RIGHT!! haha! It gave me a chance to know him better... when you get to know him, madaldal cya! okay, makwento! I can hear the excitement on his voice pag may bago cyang ikukwento sa kin through our kwentuhan sa phone marathon! There's more to him than his looks. He's smart - he has a lot to say (opinions that are sensible). He can sing- he sings for me on the phone and by the waterfalls. (mushy na kung mushy!) He’s sweet – we made our own prom so that he can dance with me because we did not have the chance to do it at our prom night. He likes to eat—a lot, I must say.  He's witty, sometimes weird, he stands firm about his beliefs, he has his dreams – I remember how he once told me that he wants to be an astronaut one day, he has a big heart.

He’s someone who is bound for greatness... and he doesn't even know it.

The friendship eventually became real... he had his relationships, and I was busy for whatever it is that's keeping me busy at that time (I can't really remember), still, we were there for each other. :) BEZfriends. :)

Because of him, I wanted to be better. He inspires me.

Highschool ended and here comes college. We were supposed to go to the same college, but I backed out the last minute, imagine nakapag enroll na ko't lahat biglang binawi ni mommy, kc don na lang daw ako sa mas malapit sa min... di daw kc ako marunong magcommute! Darn it!

Anyway, if I tell you every details of our story, this blog entry would turn into a novel, so..... *skip*.

2009, as we cross paths, we gave it a shot... US..in a relationship. We were exceptionally happy. But sadly it ended... details of this we shall skip too... *skip*

Recently, we cross paths again, this time I realize that he was not the person I knew and loved. So many things have changed… People do change, that’s when you realize that sometimes, no matter how important people are to you, you have to let them go, so that you can move forward.

I've been there...crazy inlove. Although it did not end the way I wished, I am still thankful it happened, because of that, I laughed, I cried, I loved, I hurt, I was strong, I was weak, I've been crazy!............... I felt emotions I never knew existed, I did a lot of things I never thought I would do. I LEARNED... a lot. That is why he will always be my superhero... my superm*n. ^_^ - I'd like to remember him that way, the person I gave my heart out. The one who inspired me.

It's amazing how God gives us someone that would make us realize who we are, what we can do, and how we can make our life better. Someone who makes us realize that life is exciting, that we only live this life once, and we should make the most of it. Even if that someone isn't there to stay with us through our journey. Our BIG DUDE up there cares enough to make us realize that we can have a fresh start.

Well, enough said...

Recently, God opened a new chapter in my life. While it may sound exciting and full of new adventures for me to conquer, it also means the end of something important. Entering this new chapter means accepting that the last one has ended. Yes, the one that I hoped and prayed would last forever. I am now...finally, letting it be...(drum roll please)... the PAST. I do not know what the future holds, but, here I am, throwing away a bit of my privacy so that I could share those adventures with you! Yes... YOU! Heeelleew strangers! (if you even care) haha! Come and join me as I take on my personal journey through life. :) LOVE, PEACE AND HAPPINESS!!!