*random*: footy...YAY but EH.

Ranting...

Just came back from a trip…
Just surfing the net…
And reading some news…particularly on football.

What the heck?!
Really?!?!?!?
Seriously?!?!?!

They are like celebrities now. It’s like they are just simple guys before whom you can talk to and can communicate with you but now, they are like…hmm… really a big star. (yikes! It’s like everyone knows them. hmmm…EH.) ...All the endorsements, TV appearances, in prints and ahh…just all over the media. I just hope all these won’t get into their head (or did it got to them already?). haaay.

And I saw some pictures of them…Fine. Fine. They look good but it’s all too much. Just really too much. I just hope they don’t just show the good looks of them but what they are made of…like on football. (duh?) They are really good players. But hopefully, these things that are happening with them can give a boost to the Philippine football. *hopefully*

But glad to know also that they are doing well with their career. Knowing JYH8 is with Staines Town FC while PYH9’s contract was renewed by Chelsea for another year… PLUS the fact there are also negotiations that he can play along side with Becks at LA Galaxy. That’ really great news. YAY!

But some things are just, eh!
*really, eh*


edit:
*lost contact?...now I know why*
*sigh*
*EH!*

Going Into The World Of Photography?

Photography, as a powerful medium of expression and communications, offers an infinite variety of perception, interpretation and execution.

-- Ansel Adams

 

I am always fond on pictures. I like capturing images with just about anything or anyone. I feel happy whenever I see photos that really give life.

With that, I think it was just two weeks ago that I went to Hidalgo (photographers haven) to buy my Canon IXUS 850. I really got a good deal from it even though it was really such a hassle going and being there! Hayyy. But it was all worth it!

With my very first own digital camera (yay), I really don’t know how to go through with all the techniques and all. It was difficult for me to figure out all the aspects of the camera because I am a newbie. I had to explore it by myself by reading and understanding the manual. I really don’t like the features of it just go to waste.

Having a new toy (digital camera) while being a bum and nothing to do yet, why not get into something? Something that I like that I can be passionate in time? Something that I can appreciate?

With an interest on photography, I was fortunate enough to attend a seminar (Thanks, Mom.) on Digital Camera Fundamentals at Philippine Center for Creative Imaging last April 11. 

I was at there early and was the first participant. I didn’t know anyone there who’ll be attending. (Ira, you should have come with me. hehe) After a few minutes, some people came in. I was able to meet Dave and Jun E….asked each other if we were professional photographers…but not. All of us were just interested. They were friendly and older than I am. They’re working already. I think among the 12 of us who attended, I was the second youngest. Hehe and only the bum, I think. But is ayt. Hehe most of us were just there for interest. We’re hobbyists but also considering to be a professional in time.

The speaker was Mr. Jun Miranda – first Philippine-based Adobe Certified Expert, has been involved with photography for many years…and others (basta his résumé is really outstanding). Oh, what can you ask for di ba? Good speaker… and all. Hehe

With the seminar…actually, I thought he’ll just teach us the techniques in using a digital camera. However, it was more than that. Handouts were given to us for the seminar. We discussed some limitations and advantages on digital photography, anatomy of a digital camera, several aspects that you have to understand in image quality, some techniques and others.

Also, all of us ate lunch together in one table with Sir Jun. This was also a way for us to talk about other things. Discuss other stuff. What came about was that…it was really at Hidalgo where professional photographers buy their cameras (so, am I counted with that? haha). After that, we had our class picture taken.

When we were tasked to experiment with our camera, *d*mn it* almost all of them have SLRs and I only have a consumer camera. Wahahaha  But it was fine. I still don’t see myself with those kinda bulky (for me) cameras.  

Oh! There was also an I-Mag Photography magazine that Sir gave me coz I was the earliest. (it pays to be an early bird pala talaga. haha) gotta read that magazine….and all of us got our certificates too! Yay!

After the seminar, I really felt great about it and myself because I learned a lot with something that I am actually interested with. I understood the different aspects on digital photography. Now, I am thinking about on getting really serious on photography. I think I can really do well with something that I can be passionate about. I also felt that like a professional photographer (haha) after the seminar, with all the things that I learned coming from an expert and the people that I interacted with. But I know, I know I have so many things to learn.

Hmmm…now, my next project is to save money for an SLR then take several seminars again. But Oh! I want a Gorillapod too now!!! Waaaaa gotta get one!

 

*please always check out [ my-kind-of-photography? ] album for my continuous journey on photography…haha and leave some comments?*

Bisita de Iglesia

           Yesterday (Maunday Thursday), my mom, sister, Jim and I went to Tagaytay *sarap ng weather...hehe*  through different churches.  It’s called Bisita de Iglesia.  Actually, it was my first time to do that.  And it was a good experience.  Though it was traffic all over the place, we were able to go to seven churches.  We did the “Way of the Cross” (two stations for each church) and prayed together.

Also, I just wanted to show you the churches where we prayed.  I took some pictures.  I’m kinda experimenting with my new digital camera!  Yay!  Haha and looking forward to the photography seminar that I am attending to next week.  *dreaming of being a good photographer*

 

Here are some churches in Tagaytay:

 

Franciscan Missionary of Mary

 

St. Michael's Church

 

Adoration Convent of Divine Mercy - Pink Sisters

 

SVD - Holy Spirit Chapel

St. Lourdes' Parish

 

Canossa House of Spirituality

 

St. Augustine Chruch 

 

Relivin’ it?

"You know, say what you will about the ravages of sports in this corporate age where overpaid athletes expect prima donna treatment, but there's still something so unifying about sporting in its purest form -- when athletes rise above themselves and touch greatness, and in doing so remind us all that we all have greatness inside of us." – Mouth of One Tree Hill

 

Gotta watch this video of One Tree Hill…Waaaaaaa

While watching it, I remembered basketball again. *awww* Hahaha

(I know. I know. I’ve been talking about football these days.)

However, when I watched the Raven’s State Championship game…Gah! Had goose bumps! Seriously! Felt the rush of bball again. Awww…relivin’ the moments of my bball days.  (tagal na noon ah) I miss playing it! Argh! And I also remembered the UAAP days with my friends watching the games live! Haha especially when DLSU won and Casio’s crucial 3-point shot! How can I forget that? Waaa champions! (You win games inside the court not outside!) haha still believe that we are the champs! Games…surreal!!! oh.. how I miss cutting classes (haha) just to go to the games for some excitement, adrenalin, cheers and all the bashing too! good ol days?...woot woot!

Adding to this bball… slight fever whatever you call it…I was able to talk to a former teammate online too. She was asking me to also join the team and train with other people for a summer tournament. I wanted to but… never mind. Haha if it was all Zobel GBT, maybe I’d join. But it’s not…so maybe next time…

 

Ahhh…basketball…

 

But… just when I thought bball is back again with me…

 

Football comes back! haha

 

At the end of the day, my god brother went here to give me a Sunday Inquirer Magazine. (oh… here’s a link: http://showbizandstyle.inquirer.net/sim/sim/view_article.php?article_id=56836) To my surprise, it was an article about Phil! Nice one! But a funny cover picture though! (sorry, Phil) Haha  Well, Aaron and I talk about what’s up with football most of the time. He told me to why don’t I just play the game too. uh, hello? I love the game but I can’t play it though. Hehe …Oh. I also remembered that the first ball that I had...given by my parents was a football ball and not a basketball ball. Some history there huh? Haha labo! Nuff about that!

So, I told him that there’s a Futsal tournament this April at Festi. He didn’t even know it. So, he told his coach about it and there… they’ll be joining. Also, there are other coming footy events with some people around (?). Now, I’m thinking if I’ll watch the games…hmmm…looking forward to it. haha

 

 Awww…good times…

Basketball? Football?

Love ‘em both.

Some Lazy (Bum) Days

There are times that I get so lazy and do unproductive things. Dagger! (Oh well…bumness…) When it’s a lazy day, I don’t do the usual things…I even get lazy to exercise too…and eat plenty...haha

Last week, I was able to get copies of new episodes of One Tree Hill (thanks, Nina) and Grey’s Anatomy (thanks, Ate Che) (who has Prison Break new eps??? Share!!!). So, what do you think I’ll do with that? Of course, series marathon in the morning and in the afternoon! Enjoyed watching it (while eating…hahaha) where there were good quotes and songs that I got. (I’ll share it with you guys next time.) Just watching those series… You feel good…scared…giddy with some OTH eps while with GA, you feel good and giddy too…but teary eyed with some scenes…hayyy…don’t ask me why…nuff about that!

And then…in the evening… I read the book given by my best friend, Gal On The Go by Sarah Matias. You guys have to read it especially those who are busy with work and all…like what Bwes said, “There’s more to life than work”…nice one! I think I just spent 3 - 4 hours reading the book. (Bwes, I felt the rush and enjoyed it. wahahaha) Can’t even put the book down...I don’t wanna say what I think about the book…baka ano pa masabi ko…wahahaha but it’s a feel good book…just had to share this from the book…

 

 “”No Belle, listen. Please.” He squeezed my hand a little bit tighter and moved in a little bit closer. He took a deep breath. “Please take this risk with me. I don’t know what will happen to us, and I certainly cannot promise you that I will not make you cry, or make you so mad at me at times that you would just want to kill me right then and there. All that I can promise you is that I am sticking with you no matter how many times and how hard you drive me away because I love you, you’ve always been the one who has my heart and you will always have it and I’d rather have you throw it away or burn it than give it back to me. There is now one else in this world I want to come home to but you, Belle, and I am hoping that you want to come home to me too.””

 

Cheekee?

yeah…but nice. Haha

ah...lazy day? But at least I learned some things. Haha labo!

*Bumness*

…still 23! haha

*Just short…just wanted to post the pictures…haha*

            Before meeting the barkada, I was able to hang with Bwes. (Gah! I got there early. haha) We went around first just to check out some things. After that, we ate at Gerry’s (she wanted some sisig.)... Actually, she’s the only one whose suppose to eat but then we just ate together...then went around. Basta all kakulitan all the time. (oh, I got my grad and bday gft already! Yay!) Then she had to go.

            So I just went to church alone… ahh... feels really good when you are at peace…Prayed the rosary and  attended the mass.

Then…at last! Haha labo! …Was able to celebrate my birthday with the barkada last night! We weren’t complete (what’s new? haha) but it was fun. So many kwento’s here and there again…kakulitan.

 

Then we had dessert at Fuzion. Well, we actually wanted the sit on those beds eh… so that’s why we went there…haha and to try something new too. We tasted each others drinks…haha ang kulit!

 

And when the mango crepe was served, everyone just dug in to it! haha

            

 

So there… bday celebration again...haha

kada, oh ano na? Galera? Game! Tara! Haha

*sana lang matuloy...haha*

 

Bum - Out

As many of you know…I’m such a BUM right now.  But I’m enjoying and loving it.

 

If there’s a chance for me to go OUT, I’d take it right away!

 

Lately, I always talk and see my best friend.  We’ve already seen each other thrice!  Record breaking?!  Haha  It’s really something!  It’s because we see each other usually twice a year (for our birthday and holiday celebrations).  Where so best friends noh?  But now, since I’m not busy with anything at all…and her schedule is sort of flexible(?)…  we see more often!  Yay!  Haha  We were able to celebrate the (overdue) holidays…my grad thing and our birthday thing!

 

Treat me. Treat you.  But where’s my gifts???  Haha

 

What else?  Ahh… I always look forward the weekends.  It’s the time that I usually go out …go around and shop…watch movie and do the groceries with my mom and sister.  Other than that… I am here.  Stuck at home.  YM and reading several forums.  And also, I’ve been researching and planning some trips that I HOPE and PRAY that ALL will push through and HAPPEN.

 

Oh please… just before I go to that real world, I hope I can travel and just have fun with family and friends.

 

And to end this blog, even if the bumness is all over me.. I still get some surprises… Never thought of things that can happen even though you feel it can happen. Bwes and I was just walking around GB3…and to my surprise… we saw Phil and Matty (I knew they were here in the country  but wasn’t expecting to see them in person!) nice surprise gift bwes?  (but it would have been better if it was JYH8!!!...how I wish…) hahaha *wonderful crazy*