January 28, 29 and 30, 2013

I guess posting every three days have become a habit now. And maybe it's a bit more convenient too (?). Anyway, the past few days have been a mixture of disappointment and happiness all at the same time. So, let's begin!

January 28, 2013 (Monday)

I had no classes. The Sister at SPUM were a tad bit tired from the activities during the University Week. As expected, I stayed at home and lazied out. Fiel and I talked about the mystery interview (which isn't actually a mystery now since the news is out) for a while and then I continued to organizing my Goodreads account and read a book entitled "Love and Other Perishable Items". It's mostly the reason why I'm making a page where I put/tag all the books I've read in 2013 so far, with reviews! YES! *Thumbs up!*

(I couldn't find a bigger photo, but hey!)

I'd also resorted to posting something quite personal on my Tl;dr Blog (click, click), although I don't think of it as a personal matter anymore since people on the internet can read it. But yeah, I guess that's life.

Moving on.

January 29, 2013 (Tuesday)

Regular classes again. We were told our grades in some of the subjects, and the good news is my lowest grade is 82! My highest is 89. I could do better though, you'll see finals. Mark my words, Filipino, Logic and Algebra professors.

Anyway, during our Filipino class I wasn't paying much attention again since our prof. was only "refreshing" our minds with the past lectures and continuing the rest of it. So I decided to draw a bit.

Yay. I don't know what I was thinking. I just felt like drawing something insanely creepy.

And finally.

January 30, 2013 (Wednesday/Today)

Remember when I mentioned that I'm part of this web magazine called "Elision"? Yeah, well earlier today we got the chance to interview the William Beckett...via Skype! Actually, we've requested for an interview a while back and it was supposed to be just via e-mail. But the universe decided that this was the perfect time for a break-through. So, we actually got to talk to him. 

When I opened my Skype, this was the first thing that welcomed my anticipating soul.

Believe me when I say that, that's actually the William Beckett. It's just that I don't want to cause a ruckus by publicly announcing his username. (Besides, I'm not even sure if he'll keep me as a contact. I hope he does though!)

At exactly 1:30 AM (AM!!!), he messaged me and I literally panicked. I didn't know what to say or do, because obviously I'm a noob when it comes to conversing with band dudes, musicians, famous people, etc. I get awkward and I'd feel like whatever I'll say will be wrong. But thank God for Eunice, Kat and Fiel! They backed me up! (Although Fiel scared me a bit by disappearing the moment Bilvy messaged me!!!!! Mini heart attack!!!!)

And as you can see at the end, it says "Call from William Beckett". We made our final request to him, and asked him if he could go on cam for a while and greet Elision. Sadly, I was the only one who got to witness his face and talk to him because I was the only contact. (I SWEAR TO GOD I'M STILL HALF-BLAMING MYSELF FOR THE LACK OF VIDEOS AND RECORDINGS) The girls were okay with it though, which the reason why I love them so much. Anyway, I got to take a picture of him while on cam! I sort of panicked again and just grabbed the nearest gadget that had a camera on it. My phone.

Hooray for low quality photos? Haha. I'm really still sorry. Also, I got to record the last part of our brief on-cam conversation. The weird thing about the video is that, it was the part where he says good bye to me and I thank him for his time. 

Yay. So that's about it!

January 26 and 27, 2013

I've been working on this sketch since yesterday and I've finally managed to finish it! My Aunt liked it and we kind of had a short conversation about me and the passion in drawing. Lol. I ended up calling myself a "Drawinger" and a "Drawer" because she asked me what I'd be if I pursued Arts. So I, without putting any thought into my words, said "I'll be a Drawinger" and she literally burst out into laughter and slapped my arm. Haha. I love how we get along so fine. And then I was like, "I mean, I'll be a cartoonist!"

"An Animator." she added. 

And we exchanged nods of agreement.

Thanks to our trusty scanner, I've managed to make it look more ~*digital*~!!

But I do think that this is a better version!

Yep. Definitely much better.

January 23, 24, 25, 2013

3 days. I really need to kick out this bad habit, because 3 days of non-stop University activities isn't much of an excuse not to blog because there is always something new. But nonetheless, I will sum up all the events that has happened during the past few days that I have not been around!

(A recap!) Now we are all aware that the "FUN RUN 101" last Tuesday wasn't exactly the brightest idea considering the weather we were having a few days back. It rained and we weren't even really running, we were just walking lazily while complaining about how stupid it is that we're walking lazily during a fun run. But anyway, we did see "Uniform Boy" (whom is our biggest crush in the whole University campus) and earlier that same exact day, at around 5:30 AM (?) I was making my way (downtown, walking fast, faces pass and I'm home bound...LOL) through the crowd, looking for my friend and then Uniform Boy appeared out of nowhere and I brushed pass by him and I smelled him because of course, why wouldn't I? His body was pressed against my face because every freaking body was pushing. Heh, not that I'm complaining though. Anyway, that day wasn't completely a bust. 

The next day, we just watched the teams from CASE, CBM and Nursing compete to the game of Volleyball and Basketball. And then the varsity teams from St. Paul Quezon City arrived and they played against our varsity teams. The Volleyball game was quite intense because the girls from SPUQC were ruthless but of course, like I'd expected, they didn't stand a chance against the Fujimoto twins and the rest of the team. Holla!!!!

Moving on the 24th, which is one of my favorite days ever. It was Field Demonstration day and we were looking forward to see our Korean friends from Yeongnam University in South Korea dance Gangnam Style for everyone. I was just entirely excited okay.

This might be the cutest 33 seconds of your life that you'll never get back. ^___^ 

What's more cuter than that was before they danced, I was taking pictures of them. Stolen ones, because they were standing a bit far from us and I was a tad bit shy to approach them and say "Hey guys I need you to be at your cutest and pose for the camera" (just kidding). Haha, so I just started taking photos of them until one of the guys noticed me and he actually...

I didn't noticed him at first until my friend said, "Camille he just posed for you." And I was like, "WHAT" and then I looked at the picture again and then there he was. 

So I took another photo of them and then

 Rain/Baek Jong Nim here, the cutest one of them all (or maybe I'm just being biased because seriously HE IS JUST TOO CUTE HE IS LIKE A CAT WITH HIS CHINKY EYES AND UGH OK) posed for me. -FANGIRLS VIOLENTLY-

And then

There was three of them

and then

SERIOUSLY, THIS IS LIKE THE CUTEST THING EVER RIGHT. THEY ARE THE CUTEST PEOPLE. UGH I LOVE KOREANS.

After they danced, we stayed around the Quadrangle for a bit to watch the other groups dance. My favorite one, aside from our Yeongnam friends was the BSBA-2's presentation.

And guess what? Cegil Chen, my friends's Korean friend (whom I had a crush on during the first semester) was part of the dance. And guess what more? THEY DANCED THE SINULOG FESTIVAL DANCE, ahhhhhh I missed Cebu so much when I saw them dance. -cue one beat, one dance song-

Today, I don't have any pictures yet. But I did get a picture with Rain Baek (hihihihi :3). So for now, I'll let you see this one! Haha.

Aww, I look like a toddler next to him <3 <3

P.S.: The main reason why I covered my face up because I literally look like crap in every picture man, I swear.

January 20, 21 and 22, 2013

I am literally the worst person who runs blogs in the entire universe, like seriously. I just have a really bad memory, and I'm sorry about that. I keep forgetting about the things that I should do on a daily basis and I know that's the most negative thing anyone should ever do. But I can't help it, there's just too much to do everyday plus I'm forgetful and unorganized. Okay, I admit it. 

But that doesn't mean I don't have anything for you today!!

January 19, 2013

This is a cover I made of Anna Kendrick's "Cups". It was so much fun to make plus I'm quite proud that I did it very well! Wooooooo!!

January 17 and 18!

 

Yesterday, a couple of Korean students visited the Uni for their assignment. They were asked to interview some students of SPUM and we were lucky enough to get picked. I mainly think it's because we were with Lusy, and Lusy is Korean so one thing led to another and the next thing we knew--we've skipped our entire Algebra class. It was worth it though because not only did the students interviewed us, we also ended up telling stories, asking for facebook e-mail addresses and cellphone numbers. Haha! It was a lot of fun talking to them because they taught us new Korean things. *Happy dance* (Also, don't these guys look so cute and gorg?!)

 

The gang has discovered the secret, GIFBoom is the shit. We had a lot of fun during our break (which is too long). We went "Condo-hunting" again, but the one we visited today was...I don't know, it was weird because the guy who assisted us sounded like he wanted us to purchase the room right away. Haha! BUT the rooms were fabulous! It was already furnished so it costed a lot (25,000 a month for the rent! Excluding the electricity bill and water bill). After that we bought snacks for a while at the near 7-Eleven store then retreated back to the Uni. We hung out at the gazebo and just shared stories...and took pictures, heheheheheheh. So today was overall a really fun day! I can't wait for another one and next time I hope Kim and Bettsu will be around.

January 14, 15 and 16!

Hello internet! (Read in Dan Howell's voice if you must)

It's been two days since I have not been able to access the internet in our household because a) I think our wireless router is broken (again) and b) I have been busy as frack since our exams had ended. I know right, it's just stupid but it's true. Anyway, my apologies for not being able to update my 365-day project but here I am now to bring you the latest news about my (boring, but not really) life.

Yesterday I found out that my grade in my Psychology class (a major!) is 85, which is a good thing! Our Uni's grading system is a whole lot like the usual high school grading system but I don't mind, since I'm used to it anyway plus it helps us become more inspired to study harder. -SNORTS-

Other than that, I've decorated my new planner/diary and I took some (poor quality) pictures of some of my favorite parts inside.

 

*Screams of Danyul's hardcore fans*

 

My  super duper good friend Bettina has developed a certain liking towards Phil Lester and she just had announce that the two of them are her new ~*OTP*~ -snorts- (*slaps Bettina's arm*)

Pls don't judge me.

Haha. 

Ok pls don't.

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaand an obligatory photo of myself that I took a few days back.

January 12 and 13, 2013 (You're going to love this)

Hello Internet! (read in Dan Howell's voice)

I've been reading this certain book that was recommended to me by Fiel (she is my adviser when it comes to books ok.) I just finished it today, just a few minutes ago. It's entitled "Just One Day" by Gayle Forman. And well, I kind of developed this habit of recording my reactions while reading the most climatic part or the ending of the book. So I recorded myself this time, and I got a few satisfying shots and I would like to share it with you guys.

I don't even regret anything. 

January 11

New? I guess this is something new. I don't have any pictures for today, but I do have stories to tell you.

Today was the second day of our Midterm exams. My friends and I had a blast during the four hours of torment at the Uni. We ate at the local burger shop, and made jokes about Nicki Minaj (nice and good jokes!). I felt really okay for the first time this week. I finished reading 39 Clues.

Until I saw my friend crying at the Uni's lobby. I approached her and asked her what happened. "My Dad's gone." she said. I felt my heart sink into the depths of sadness. I didn't feel okay anymore. Not just because the person she loves passed away, but because I didn't know what to say or what to do. I just sat there, rubbing her back and listening to her sob. I thought about the things I could say, but I remembered all those things I've read in books. People didn't like when you do that. They don't like it when you sad things during moments like earlier today. So what I did was, I tapped her shoulder and nodded towards this girl from our class last semester.

She'd permed her hair. She looked like a crazy lion. We laughed. My heart skipped in happiness a little. I made my friend laugh. The tears slowly formed in my eyes but I blinked it away. It was the least I could do for her, but I couldn't help but feel upset because I was so afraid. I felt afraid the moment she said that her Father passed away. I was afraid that I'd make a mistake when I try to comfort her.

When my Aunt finally arrived, we headed home. I asked her if we could buy doughnuts, and we did. In the jeep we were in, a familiar face appeared. He was an old classmate, way back in Elementary days. He hadn't changed much. I wanted to say hi or something, but instead I just looked away. I was afraid again, that he'd ignore me or he won't remember my face. I just allowed it to pass. I'll probably never get to say hi to him, ever.

I arrived home and had lunch with my Aunts. We ate corned beef. It's one of my favorites. We talked about my childhood. Guess what?

When I was a toddler, my Father tried to carry me around and played with me. You know what I told him? "I don't like you! I don't like you!"  I couldn't help but laugh when my Aunt told me that. She also said that I called for her after lashing out on my father like that. Ha, maybe that's why...

I'd also found out that I rarely cried when I was a baby.

And then I received a text from Fiel! Danisnotonfire has replied to the email! I almost screamed literally at the kitchen, but I tried to keep my cool. I couldn't explain how happy and thankful I was, especially to Kat because she didn't give up.

I found out Finn actually has a girlfriend (MY LIFE HAS BEEN  A COMPLETE LIE THIS SUCKS OH GOD WHY WOULDN'T HE HAVE A GIRLFRIEND)

This day has been a roller-coaster of emotions so far, and it hasn't even ended yet. Right now, I honestly want to let it all out. Cry. I'm pretty good at it, plus it helps me release all the stress that has built up in me.

That's about it really.
This is me, actually channeling out my thoughts and emotions.
Yay yay yay yay yayay yayaay!!

January 8, 9 and 10, 2013

This picture basically sums up what has been happening for the past 2 days. I'm so sorry, I feel so down and out lately because it's our exam week. I've been extremely tired from school since Monday and I always forget to record the new things I've done that day.

Anyway, last Tuesday I ate Korean food with my friends and then reviewed. 

Also...

These people

are ruining

MY LIFE.

*insert photos of Dan Howell and Phil Lester here*

Yup, they're ruining my life. Why are they so perfect, why can't I have them I DON'T UNDERSTAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I AM MAD

Artsy Fartsy (January 7, 2013)

January 6 and 7!!

Hello again! Woah, okay so I know, I know. I missed the 6th day again. I am so sorry about that! Actually something new happened, BUT I can't tell you what it is. Although, I can tell you that it will be such a huge surprise because the universe had conspired with us and decided to help us out with our ~*webszine*~ Okay, anyway since I can't reveal anything about January 6, 2013 yet, I'm just going to plug our very first web magazine to all of you!

(January 6, 2013) Just click the picture and it will take you directly to our web magazine! 

Now, moving on to the highlight of my day today. So I succumbed to peer pressure again today. My friends and I were at the mall, and one of them had the Starbucks sticker thingy and she only had one slot left before she gets a free planner. So she, together with the rest of my friends, went to buy coffee. I, on the other hand, was already almost broke. But yeah, I was pressured so I bought one too. 

Here's the really funny part. My friend Bettsu (yes, we call her that.) had an idea, instead of giving her real name to the Barista, she gave a different one instead. 

"Malin" she said with a smile to the kind Barista, who even gave us two Starbucks stickers because I they had a promo today. I don't even know. The Barista wrote her name down, and when her order finally came, the Barista goes like, "One tall peppermint mocha frap for Malin". 

I almost snorted really hard. Because get it, FOR MALIN...FORMALIN...Oh, my gods I have the weirdest friends ever. WHY. Okay, moving on. When it was my turn, I was supposed to say that my name was Ever. So when they'd call me, they'd be like "One tall Mocha frap for ever!" Hahahahahahaha it's actually funny okay. But instead I went for Finn, as in like Finn Harries. Because I remembered one of his post on tumblr where he said that the Starbucks there never gets his name right. So I tested the super kind Barista if she'd get Finn's name right, and well...

SHE GOT IT RIGHT!! Four for you, Ate Barista! You go Ate Barista! I sure hope Finn notices this small accomplishment.

My 2013 "Witty Will Save The World" planner also arrived today, so I'm really really extremely happy about this. And I drew a few things too! I'll scan it in a while and post it here right away!

January 4 and 5, 2013

I wasn't able to post anything yesterday again, school drained me out again and we keep losing our internet connection. I really think we should change the internet service we're using. Sighs. 

Anyway! I made very brief video of my 2012 fangirl scene yesterday, and unfortunately I can't put it up here for some unidentified reason. So I'm just going to link it to you!

Click HERE.

(January 4, 2013)

It's only one of the few videos I've made and I swear if I had a better camera, I would practice it more. But sadly, all I've got is this really bad Pentax semi-DSLR with a really bad photo resolution (because it's grainy and the video is just...achk). I would prefer having an iPhone 4S because the resolution is better, I swear. Sigh. But enough of my ranting, let's proceed!

(January 5, 2013)

Yes, this is actually a list of things that I've learned from my good friend Fiel!!!!! (Check her blog out, you won't regret it! Just click her name, I've put a click-through link).

She's been a huge part of my year 2012, really. And sometimes I just can't help but think about the things I could do to reciprocate her extreme kindness towards me. (I love you Fiel gurl!)