BOOK REVIEW: The Tiger's Wife

First of all, let me say that I am not a fan of fiction and novels. It is very seldom for me to appreciate those.  Harry Potter series is an exception, of course.

Honestly, I did not enjoy reading The Tiger's Wife. I was bored. For me, the story lacks excitement, it was just dragging the entire time. There was too much build up on the background of the characters but I did not feel the climax. Just as the story gets interesting, the pace would suddenly change.

I just felt relieved to have finished the book. Maybe I should train myself to read more fiction, especially those that are beyond reality. This book failed to tap any of my emotions which is sad because that is the only reason why I even read fiction.

RANDOM: FILLER

Updates (not that you're interested)

1. Financial Statements almost done. A lot of lessons learned.

2. Badminton Tournament ongoing. A lot of lessons I want to share.

3. I'm going scuba diving on Sunday. Finally, after several months. What a shame.

4. That's about it. Yeah, after two weeks of not putting anything in, that's all I got. So lame.

OPINION: Miss Universe 2011 and Religion

“I would not change my religion because, first of all, I love my God who created me and if that person truly loves me, he must also love my God.” 
 -Shamcey Supsup


A lot of Filipinos were disappointed because Shamcey was not able to bring home the crown. Being 3rd runner up is still an achievement, though. 


I think I can see why she was not able to totally win it. There is a loophole in her answer because that same statement could be used against her by her man. Being a member of a minority in terms of religion (I am a Seventh-day Adventist), I have encountered people who had to deal with this question in real life. 


The safer answer in my opinion would have to be something like this: "I would not change my religion in the same way that I would not ask him to change his. When you love a person, you accept everything about him, including his religion. Both of us should have mutual respect with each other's beliefs and just maintain an open mind. Religion should be based on conviction and not on marriage. Thank you."


But then again, I am not under pressure and I had enough time to think about it. 

Still, Congratulations Shamcey, and thank you for making the Filipinos proud once again!

EVENT: Sweet 27 ♥

I rarely celebrate my birthdays. This is by far the biggest celebration I ever had. The celebration started in the office. Just had some snacks before lunch with the officemates and Karen who has the same birthday. In the picture below, she tried to make herself look smaller because I'd definitely look like a midget next to her if she didn't.

with Karen (we share the same birthday "but many years apart for sure" according to her)

pizza and ice cream, perfect combination

with the officemates. can you tell who's not palauan aside from karen? :)

In the evening, we had another small celebration at home. It was originally intended for my badminton friends who greeted me on my birthday (I kept my birthday a secret so whoever greets me gets an invite).

part 2 of the celebration at home

what the heck is going on here?

with my badminton peeps

with the badminton boys

the entire 1st batch

After a few hours, I was surprised to hear a knock on the door and four of my church mates came, the boys' group. They had a guitar with them and sang to me. Sweet, eh?

serenade from the 2nd batch

A few minutes after, another batch of boy friends came, a mixed group. My friend jokingly asked where my girl friends are and I said I don't have a lot. Then he said it's so obvious that I'm actually a boy (I hit him with my slipper). I'm a tomboy (for my Filipino readers, a tomboy is not a lesbian), obviously even until now that I'm a grown woman.

with mah boys ;) 3rd batch

Still later, someone knocked and a bigger group came and they brought cake with them, the bigger group Filipino group from my church.

from my loving church mates :)

final batch

On Sabbath day, I went to church and surprise, surprise...my girl friends are all wearing black too!

we all wore black to church, not planned 

Ate Elba, baked me a cake and she even prepared 27 candles for me to blow!

3rd part of the celebration after church

We had our potluck in Palau Mission Academy open gym. They tried to make it really special, they even picked some flowers from their yard to be centerpiece.

a feast my loving church mates prepared for my celebration

home made cake (gift)

These are the gifts I got on my birthday. So nice!

2 cute skirts, 1 sarong, and a pair of clogs

2 palau shirts and 1 palau mug

I really felt special the entire week. Unlike most people who dread getting old, I am always thankful and proud whenever someone asks for my age. Not all people get to live as long as I am living right now. I am happy with everything I have in my life and I know that more surprises still await. I have God to thank for everything! I missed my family though but thank God for the internet, it somehow bridges the gap the distance makes.

RANDOM: Daydreaming (before midnight)

I wake up early in the morning. I brush my teeth, then change to my swimsuit. I bring my sarong, wear my shades, get extra clothes and put on sunblock. I ride my car, I go to the beach and I bring my book for the month. I swim a little, lie down on the sand, read. I go to the resort's resto when I get hungry and I eat. Back to the sand, swim, read...while listening to music. When I get tired, I go home and sleep.

RANT: LAZY SUNDAY

Yes, there are no better words to describe how my day went. I literally wasted an entire day doing nothing but watching YouTube videos. Pathetic life, I know. I still thank God though that I have internet connection at home...if not, I could not imagine how I would have spent my day today, I got nowhere to go! On second thought, if I don't have internet, I might have thought of doing the dishes, getting my groceries, fixing my bed, doing my laundry, cleaning the bathroom, reading a book, taking a bath, and brushing my teeth. Yes, Im in an all-time low. This I assume is the after effect of my migraine attack last night. Yeah, I still managed to put the blame on something.

Man, I stink!!!

RANT: There's Something About Being Alone

I know I've just blogged about how hate it when guys hit on me just because I'm single and I said I want to stay single. Good thing, I said it may be just for a few days because here I am in one of those rare occasions, wishing for someone.

You can't blame me though. I am far from home, my roommate went to a month-long vacation, and my birthday is coming up. Somehow, all those things make me feel more alone than before. I have nothing against relationships and guys, really. I have everything against the wrong guys though who are trying too hard.

So yeah, Saturday night alone in the house with a not-so-severe-but-not-so-mild migraine attack makes me wish I am with someone, in a relationship...for real. The video above sort of expresses the mood tonight.

RANT: There Are Times When...

I wish I am with someone...in a relationship. It gets pretty annoying when you are single and everyone thinks you are available and everyone just gets too assuming. There are times when I wish I could say "yes" to the question, "do you have a boyfriend now?" so they would just leave me alone after just one question.

I am single, I like it that way. It might change in the future, maybe just after a few days, but let me tell you one thing: you would not be the reason for it!

Just because we are both single wouldn't mean that we will be together. Ever.

Get lost.

Sorry, that was a bit too much but really! If I like you, I'd let you know, I swear! You can ask all the guys I've liked  before, they never had to play the guessing game. And, oh, by the way, the more you try impress me, the more I get turned off. Stop trying too hard. It's not worth it.