BTS (방탄소년단)

365

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

December 15, 2014


You could call me crazy, but I don't care. It's been a year since that fated day. 365 days had passed, and yet here I am still stuck with that same smile that one person gave me.

BTS (방탄소년단)

8035 Days

Friday, December 05, 2014

December 4, 2014


This is not enough, this will never be enough.

As I ponder about the things that I should say in this entry, I found myself frustratingly blank and confused. Am I really doing this? Am I really going to type down these thoughts inside my head? Am I really, seriously okay with this? 

It's been more than 50 weeks since he came into my life. Thinking that he is yet again another boy who will just pass me by, I(emphasis on "I") clearly am not informed of the consequences that follow.

It's not like I was falling, it felt more like as if I was climbing down slowly. Slowly going down with doubts, fear, occasional emotional breakdowns, breathlessness, and endless amount of bliss. 

It may be too cliche to say that he felt so different. But he is... different. 

You could say that I'm being delusional. You could say that I am just desperate for something I cannot have. Or I'm just thinking of things, but please... just this once, let me be.

For he who brought not only happiness in my life, numerous tearful, and untimely emotional breakouts, strength to hold on to in times of stress. He also gave way for me to meet people who I could really turn to.

The person who made me question the universe. A solid record of such perfect timing.

The one who changed everything with just one look. So close yet so far. A dangerous thing, yet so lovely. which forever be kept inside my head and my heart.

And as he celebrates his special day, with the people who makes him smile, a phone call with his mom for an hour or two. You deserve all the good things in the world. You deserve all the love. Happy Birthday, you.


2AM

The Seoul Food Diary: Day 3 - The Min's

Sunday, November 23, 2014

November 1, 2014 & November 5, 2014


It reminded me of home. You know, that warmth you feel when you have your loved ones around. I loved this place so much, it deserves to be visited twice(or hopefully, even more in the future).

Buttermilk Chicken

Kettle

Sunday, November 16, 2014

November 12, 2014 


What makes a weekday night bearable? Good food, great company, and comfort.

Caffé Bene

Caffé Bene

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Spending the remaining hours of that amazing Friday with coffee, readings, and great company. 











Food

Dinner on a Friday

Tuesday, October 21, 2014


You can't buy happiness, but you can treat yourself in a satisfying dinner at Sambo Kojin and that's kind of a same thing.

Whilst others were busy either hating or loving the fact that H&M finally opens its flagship store here in the PH, We chose to stuff ourselves with divine grilled meat goodness. Celebrating the delectable delight of Japanese and Korean cuisines with good company.

I should be honest, I only ate a slice of chocolate cake to prepare for this night(so unhealthy, I know). I seldom go to buffets, so this a pretty huge deal. You can lecture me all you want, but I've never tried eating at Sambo Kojin before(so please, let me be.). 



I won't lie, we went off with a quiet start. We were all hungry as hell. And I must say, that morning fasting was so worth it. It went down to either I'm just REALLY THAT HUNGRY, or that grilled pork and meat I ate was just flabbergast-ingly satisfying.



Now that I got that off my chest... plus multiple craving frustration moments later, let me now get to my point for this post. 

I can't help but smile recalling that Friday night. We were all together again, I never thought it was possible in the soonest possible time. But it happened.



Charlie Brown once said, "Friendship picks you up, when the world let's you down." Life had been somehow difficult for most of us. Some had it tougher than the others. We all had our own battles, and they all matter. It warms my heart to be surrounded with brave, and gorgeous people like you girls. 

The smiles on our faces doesn't mean our lives are perfect. It means that we appreciate what we have and what we have been blessed with. Despite everything... we stood up, and WE CHOSE TO BE HAPPY. (Yeahp, I definitely am channeling the good ol' Charlie Brown.) 

To our dearest awesome person who made this all possible... NIU just opened. *wink wink* 








Eleanor & Park

Eleanor, Park, and Bash

Monday, October 20, 2014



Because one is not enough... and nine is not even close to being satisfactory. 

I was in pain because of a heartache when my beloved ferns decided that my room is not humid enough for their liking. I thought of just having them in my parent's plant box by our roof top. I hope they're having the time of their life now that they migrated.

And with moving on, I decided to get me some new friends to get along with.

Eleanor and Park



Inspired by that Rainbow Rowell book that everyone talked about. I bought these two pretty beings together one Monday night. And I realized whilst writing this entry that I didn't even name them beforehand. With the lame attempt of naming them something witty, I caught the book's title in front of me. So voila, our plant love team. Good job Laline, indeed. 

Bash 


I must admit, it was hard for me naming this badass. You could ask Ate Anne, I flooded her with photos of my ideal succulent garden. I was that into it. My Pinterest garden board could also be an evident representation that I was so desperate to take care of one(or more, we'll never know.). I named her Bash in short for Bashful. There is something about that adjective that I find adorable, I had to name my plant after it.

DIY

Memories

Saturday, October 18, 2014

A few months ago, I had my room walls painted. Unfortunately, they left out my door. In the end, I got divine white walls and a worn out looking door.

Don't lecture me, I'm not complaining. But I must admit, it felt a little plain. So I figured out a way to actually make my door not look so left out from my room's walls.


And suddenly... this little bundle of joy happened. My door now serves as a daily reminder that I am one heck of a lucky girl. To have such an amazing family, group of friends and loved ones that makes me smile and get such amazing positive energy from.

Here's to more photos to take, memories to make, and positivity!

Happiness

Sudden Goodbye

Thursday, October 16, 2014


Tuesday, October 14. 

I wasn't ready to say goodbye. 

It was a normal day. Everything seemed to be working out. Then she suddenly decided to leave with a sudden goodbye.


She had a good run. We met in 2009, and we instantly clicked. I never left home without her with me. She saw my struggles. She witnessed my little triumphs. She was basically with me in every critical moment there was to date. She was with me each and every night as I write to my journal, wherein I sort out my feelings and reflections. She was always there. 


I must admit that there were times I took her for granted. But at the end of the day, amongst the writing tools I have with me, she will always be my first choice. 

I tried everything to revive her. But I guess, like how life goes... we have to move on. There are just some things we can't use forever even if we wanted to. 

To my dearest red mechanical pencil whom I've spent my whole college life with, as well as my first year as a working young professional, thank you. You became such a big factor in my everyday life. I must admit, I am not ready to let go of you. You will be sorely missed, that I promise you. Even though I have a new companion with my nightly musings, I will never forget our adventures together. 


To my new blue buddy, here's to a new adventures to make! 




8 Cuts Burger Blends

Reunited

Tuesday, October 14, 2014


I once read that one of the delights of life is eating with friends. I don't know if you could tell already through my blog posts that I don't go out that much. I always prefer to stay at home and be in my cave, watching tv shows and all that. 

But I am thankful to have friends who force me to explore the great unknown that is outside.


To have spent more than a year each and every day with these people, they're practically my family. We've been through a whole lot already, from the invasion of KPOP, to everyday stress, bumps, and road trips. And to be reunited like this once more warms my heart. 


I missed the laughter. The looks we give each other whenever someone's remark comes off as cringe worthy. The loving banters, and the endless effort to have someone to love KPOP full time. 


Things may have changed a bit for us. But I am grateful to still have them with me. Here's to more Monday after work dinners... 


Thank you Mona, Saaaaab, and Ate Nash for last night!