Officially official ♥

August 16, 2009
♥ ♥ ♥

It was the day when Charles asked me out to if I could be her official girlfriend.

*pause*

Yeaaah! He asked that because though we've been celebrating 'monthsaries' and saying that we're 'together', I still haven't given him his title. Due to the reason that my mom said I should wait for my 18th. But on August 16, I still wasn't 18; yet Charles asked it, and of course, why the hell would I not say YES?!

I was so happy when he asked it! And I do remember how he kept on repeating "Leen... Leen..." until he got the sentence out of his lips. I just woke up that time and we were in his room—he made me fall asleep! LOL. I just have this certain weakness; when you keep on brushing your finger on my brow line, I will have that tendency to succumb into slumber. And he did just that. Then thereafter woke me up so he could pop in the question.

Awwwww! ♥

So from now on it's 16th and not the 19th.
And from now on I can say it straightly to anyone that yes, we are... and we will always be!

Let's make it through years and years babe.
Up until we're old.
I love you so much.

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Internship Evaluation — Over With!

Wait.....

OMFG! Look at the date! This site is seriously forming a lot of virtual cobwebs!
Yeaaaaah.

Well before I go on with my post entry for today, let me first extend my deepest apologies to my blog followers—if there are any. It's just that, internship and LIFE really ate almost all of my time for the past numerous days! PSSSSH. Okay fine, I do have time to even check my Facebook account and then yeah... I ignored this site. SHAME ON ME. But really, I was just busy being.... busy.

*cough*

So anyway! How are you all? Me? You ask me? Well I'm.... STRESS FREE! FINALLY! *cheers!*
Why? Because the pressure and hassle from my internship finally left my body system! Woohzaaah baby!

Just today, I've finished doing this final presentation to my three supervisors/bosses as well as my internship practicum adviser. The presentation was basically my discussion about all my learning and experiences during the duration of my OJT in the company I'm in: Siemens under the department of Corporate Communications.

And boooooy! Here's the best part: my presentation went so well! I'm so, so, so overwhelmed! ♥

Well of course, by my record, no GREAT THING happens without a very bumpy or stressful start. So, by the beginning of this day I went to work reallllly early and I was already at the office by 7a.m. tugging along my heavy laptop... It was all for the reason that I have to finish my PowerPoint presentation a.s.a.p. I didn't had the chance to polish it off last night due to the fact that I left my USB here in the office which includes all the files needed for my final culminating activity in my internship. Ugh. My freakin' USB spent the night at work! Well sure enough it was my foolishness that let that stupid USB stay at work.

But anyway, there.

I was so stressed this morning! I haven't ate breakfast still and I was looking oh-so-haggard. And oh, did I mention that I haven't printed my final paper yet? HAH. So yes lads & gents, I used the company printer. MWAHAHA. Shhhh!

By 1oa.m. we went to the boardroom—along with my fellow Siemens intern: Jia. She started first and I was last. Now... I don't feel like going into the details of Jia's report. Hey, I'm "the man" here in this entry. LOL! JK!

So, with all nervousness included, I started my presentation in front of my three serious-looking bosses. It was such a vexing incident since I'm not comfortable when looking at their faces like that—of course, I favor it best when they have that normal, carefree, bitchy-like, friendly or teasing expressions painted all over their faces. But anyway, this was a serious event so what can I expect other than that?

But all the same, there were some parts of my slides wherein we all had a good laugh—my adviser included—thus, I saw those smiling faces of theirs like always! (e.g. we laughed about me being a model of a mammography machine. HAHA.)

I discussed about the brief background of the company, my department, my work, my skills, the learnings, etc. etc. etc.

A look at my cube in the office.

You know what? By the end of the presentation, I was sooooo glad. Because a realization hit me that I could actually discuss a PowerPoint presentation effectively even without cue cards or whatsoever of that. I guess I was just so jampacked with adrenaline rush that the rehearsing I did that morning really got stuck into my mind—and also because I was just so familiar with the company & department that I'm in. Daaaaamn. I was unnaturally speaking so fluently and continously—too different from what I've been performing in school when I do reports.

NOW THE BEST PART: The Open Forum!

At first I am so unenthusiastic for it! But when my main boss (Miss Gerbie), as well as Miss Niña & Miss Roline started talking about how a great help I had been, well, I started to realize a lot of things! That first: I actually did a lot of job in there! And I contributed greatly! And second: I actually enjoyed the job I was doing! Especially because of them—my supervisors—who were always there to guide me and make funny/teasing/snappy remarks that might come out bitchy of them sometimes; but, that's the reason why I like them anyway!

They make me strong! Haha!

The highlight of it though was when Miss Niña asked me the importance of branding with reference to what I've learned so far as an intern of CC. Okaaaaaaaay, I won't bore you by typing here the answer that I gave but basically, I answered so well that I've impressed Miss Gerbie! And the rest of the gang!

"Good answer!"

She said that with that smile that I usually see from her when we attend meetings and then some certain client for example would say something sooooo good that it will impress her.

And then the others joined too!

Miss Niña: CorCom na Corcom ang answer ah!
Miss Roline: *laughing* Wow! Ayos ang sagot ah!
My Adviser: You trained her well.

Awwwwww. I will always remember that moment. It was my crowning glory! LOL

Through all of what happened today, well I'm not really expecting for a 4.0 grade for this practicum; but it would be best (siyempre) if I get a 4.0! I hope I've impressed well my adviser that she will give me the grade that I deserve.

I just felt bad for Jia because her boss wasn't available; so the result was that, there was no one present who would back her up and assure that she has done great as well on her job.

Anyhow, through all this, I can really say that this has been such a great day for me. I'm clearly bestowed with enough blessings—I just hope it won't run out! HAHA. Thank God for this.

Before I end, let me just tell you this: Enjoy your internship and make sure you immerse yourself with the things you're going to do even if it's just a meager job; by doing so you'll surely learn a lot! And befriend your bosses while still minding that fine line between you and them. Make the most out of it!

I made the most out of it! This internship experience as a whole was such a good opportunity for me to widen my horizons and learn more of the corporate life. It pays even more because of the fact that my college program requires the company to give us comprehensive jobs not usually taken up by most of the interns nowadays. Sure there will be days wherein you'll hate the tasks that they throw unto you; you might even hate your supervisors! But keep your chin up and take it as a challenge upon yourself. Life would be cruel to you in time so it's best to gear yourself up.

Maybe later this week, I'm going to post an entry about 'How to Survive your Internship." Yeaaaah baby! ♥

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Jealousy Sucks Big Time!

Never have I ever imagined myself to be engulfed by the so-called green monster when it comes to relationships. NEVER. But recently, these past few days, I guess I can be like one; and you know what? I hate it. It's a shitty disposition that I've never wished for.... but it just... came. Ugh.

This jealousy didn't stem out of my system because the person has a bad record—definitely not. What I actually think is that this behavior of mine rooted from the fact that he's quite a 'lady's man', nice, cool and a great conversationalist. And that because of these fine traits (and others that I won't bother enlisting) I think he could woo others into him or that he might drag himself into them further. That's why, when I see him having a good time with 'them' (especially with those whom he had a 'connection' with before), my stomach churns up awfully and my mind also starts doubting and envisioning ugly assumptions.... Poof! The pain then comes. But then again, that's also when I start to hate my self dearly.

Why? Because I know and understand that this jealousy isn't rational. It's just a product of my insecurities, doubts, suspiciousness, and lack of trust. Firstly, I know he wholly deserves all the trust that I could offer but because of a past experience I had—my dad breaking the genuine trust I've given him because of his numerous escapades with his mistresses—I became like this. An overly cautious chic that could overanalyze at times, and also a kind of chic who somewhat believes that all men can be or are cheaters...

I've been constantly feeling this negative thing for the past days, and it's really stressing me out more than I could ever imagine. I know that this could ruin our relationship and that it could also sadden or disappoint him, so I've talked to him about it. And now, I'm taking steps on my own to erase this stupid emotional malady in me because I don't want to give a higher regard to my silly suspicions than to him. I don't want to unfairly accuse him either. And most of all, I don't want this jealousy to worsen.

So what have I been doing to stop being this jealous person that I'm becoming?

First, I'm developing more confidence and trust to myself and to him.
I am actually insecure when I'm in a jealous state. I develop these thoughts that he could go back to those past girls he had because they might be far better than me already. When in fact, I know, they're not. (See! I'm developing more confidence now! HAHA! *LOL*) So there. I'm teaching myself to basically RELAX. I have to feel good about myself that I'm the best-est person for him; and that in the first place, he chose me because of that. Comparing myself into others is a big no-no too! I also have to trust myself that I've chosen a partner that I wholly believe that wouldn't cheat on me. And that I must also have the faith that I can handle whatever happens...

Second, I'm stoping jealousy before it can even hit me hard-on.
Every time that jealousy starts knocking in my head and in my heart, telling me every negative thing that I fear most, I make it a point to inwardly scream (HAHA) and inwardly say "STOP!". And then I start recalling these very positive thoughts and memories of him/us so that I could counter the negativity.

Third, I start expecting good things.
I've read before, in the book titled "Secrets" (I think), that whatever you send out to the universe will be sent back to you. And for the record, it's quite effective and true. That's why I am offering clean & no-malice thoughts and in return I'll expect/have good things come to me. Get what I mean?

Fourth, I focus on "what is" and not "what could be".
As what I've already stated, my jealous behavior usually ensues because of my belief that the 'bad' thing would happen. Of course, I don't have any causes for that other than my insecurities. That's why I need to stay at what is present and stop worrying about hypothetical situations that might not ever happen.

To quote him, "Iba naman noon sa ngayon."
He was just telling me that I need not to worry when he just talks to them or what because 'then' was wholly different from 'now'.

Last, I'm taking control and responsibility.
I'm going to start on taking charge of my own happiness or emotions because I'm the only one who can choose my own thoughts and behavior. Nobody can make me feel bad if I don't allow it.

Overall. I can say that I'm improving—very much improving, as I am gradually climbing out of the jealousy pit that I've created for the past days.

For you typical jealous people out there too, please control it the same way as I am because jealousy is a very toxic matter to a very strong and healthy relationship. I'll give you my word.

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Sting Energy Drink Commercial

Have you seen that sick and funny video commercial of the Sting Energy Drink? I've seen it on TV last Sunday while I was at Charles' house. And boy, we had a good laugh! Along with a very strong "Yak!" (yuck) reaction at the end from Charles when the guy swiftly raised his right eyebrow. Check the video out to see what I mean! XD

He's doing the MC Hammer Dance move! Love it! And the song is MC Hammer's too, titled "U Can't Touch This." And oh, lookie! Is that a harem pants I'm seeing? LOL.

Personally, I think the guy in here looks like one of those guys whom we call as tambay here in the Philippines, but DAMN! Can he dance! Some of the things I love about this video are: (1) The vintage cars, (3) the guy himself, (3) moment @ 00:18, (4) how he can really step it up with the dance, (5) the funny concept for this commercial, and (6) moment @ 00:43, the part where he raised his eyebrow.

I guess this has to be one of my favorite commercials for this year! Cute and cool, and of course, funny...and weird? Haha!

By the way, maybe you would also remember Sting's other commercial last year. It's funny as well but not as cool as this month's commercial, but do check it out:

Not really that impressive, noh? I mean it's cool, but you see in this commercial, whatever is happening in there is so totally not believable. But at least on this year's commercial, it can still pass up though of course it's still also an impossible thing. Get what I mean?

Oh well. I haven't tried out Pepsi's Sting Energy Drink. I'm not fond of energy drinks but if I happen to see it next time, I'll try it out! XD

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Opa! At the Cyma in Greenbelt 2, Makati

Yesterday, after watching Harry Potter — The Half Blood Prince with some of my blockmates in Glorietta 4, we headed on for dinner at Cyma located at the Greenbelt 2. It was all Dennis' idea to go to Greenbelt for dinner; while it was Charles' idea to go for Cyma! HAHA. Well I guess Dennis was really craving for good and 'costly' food—despite the objection of JT. LOL. Boy, we had an expensive meal but it was well worth it...at least, for me and maybe for my companions too. I was there with Charles, JT, and Dennis. Yes! I'm the only girl again! The other people we were with us during the movie went home unfortunately (Vic, Elle Jaye, William, etc.) Boo~

Cyma (pronounced as see-ma) is a Greek-inspired restaurant nestling within those rows of other good restaurants in Greenbelt 2, Makati. [ Click here to see thee other restaurants in Greenbelt 2 ] My dish was Salmon Fish Fillet Roasted Cedar Planked (PhP 360) with potatoes as a side dish. For the record, I was in aghast when I saw in the bill later on that I had an additional PhP 130.00 for the potatoes! I actually thought I don't have to pay for it! Dayum~

One of the things I find amusing in here is when all of the waiters shout out "Opa!" (Greek cheer) whenever they serve the Saganaki: roasted cheese with herbs. It's the dish shown on the right of the picture above.

Image from ourawesomeplanet.com since I forgot to take a picture of this dish ordered by Dennis.
Kotopoulo Lemonato (Greek Chicken Adobo PhP345) - Braised Lemon Oregano Chicken with garlic and extra virgin olive oil.


Bifteka (Greek Wagyu Burger PhP360) - I think that was Feta cheese that's on top of the wagyu patty? Was it, Charles? XD And as usual, the Greek potatoes. Cyma is abundant with potatoes.


Pastitsio (Baked Mac PhP200) - I'm not really sure if this was really the Pastitsio. But I do remember it having that thick layer of Cheese! JT had a hard time finishing it off. 3/4 of the meal, he already said he was too full. XD


Rice Stuffed in Pepper (That's 2 peppers, I took the other one) - I can't remember the name! This was Dennis' order in an attempt for him to eat good rice. Unfortunately, he did not like it! The other guys as well! BUT I liked it! HAHA.

I don't have an image picture for the roasted salmon dish I've ordered...'cause I think I was too preoccupied on taking a picture of these guys with their food that I totally forgot to click my camera to myself and to my food. Oh well. XD

And oh, Charles and I ordered Kakavia - Greek Fisherman's Stew (PhP195) for our soup. It was tasty but I really didn't enjoy having to put out the shells off the soup.

Our server's name was "Price", but personally, I think it was "Rice"! He was an all-smile guy—or should I say gay? And he was also kind enough to heed to our needs though at one point we saw a hint of laziness to change the bill when Dennis wanted to change his drink. LOL. But still, for this, I can say that their waiters provide good service. Overall, we had a good dinner at this place though it was quite evident that the prices are high. HAHA. The food presentation is superb and oh, you can go here if you want to overeat! You know, there was one point wherein we were so tired of finishing our food; best example: Me and JT. I think it's because most of the Cyma's dishes are are good for 2 persons.

Next time I would like to try their Flaming Mangoes (PhP180). I've read that it's a definite must-try. To see the menu of Cyma here in Greenbelt, click [ here ].

Cyma is also found at the Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Trinoma and Eastwood Mall.

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