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April 15, 2019: While having my breakfast, I ask myself “How are the Bipolar?” I call my maid to get my College photo album and reminisced the memories of my Block mates.

While I’m browsing their pictures I can’t control my self to sob because I really miss them and the memories we had. The laughs, petty fights and the childish attitude.

I saw my picture with my block mates and I’m starting to reminisce. Jan Claude Bonares every time I saw him. I always told to my self that this man could be a businessman. Every time we had a conversation, he always told me that there coffee shop biksa was a successful one. And now he embraces the coffee industry and he’ll open a bar soon named BIPOLARS. Gawd, I’m so proud of him.

And Oh, Girlie Daliva during College Days, Girlie is one of my rivals in Llagas hearts (the varsity player during my college years). 5 years ago, someone told me that Llagas confess his true feelings about Girlie, I felt so sad but I’m happy for both of them. And now, they celebrate their 5years of love and respect. Girlie pursue her career as a VJ in MTV Hongkong. She is my idol ever since. Lydia Luisa H. del Pilar got married with Papa Lam. Still, they in love like a bunch of teenagers and they have 2 daughters. Luisa is one of the richest girls in the Philippines and she’s one of the owner of Sofitel. Soon, she publishes her new book entitled “..they live happily ever after”. I’ll grab a copy.

Precious Francisco, 2 weeks ago I saw her and she gave me a power hug. She told that she is a production staff before and now a full time mother. And guess what she has a new baby boy and happy with her Husband Ian.

Joevie Guerrero got married with Noel. Finally, they become husband and wife. Now, She’s the PR of VP Gilbert Monge and their friendship remains. She told me that in PR Industry there’s a lot of money like in Restricted Area. Right Joevie? I know you get this.

JM Javier “Dance like no one is watching” I saw JM last Sunday in TV. He is the one of the choreographer in ABS CBN and his moves made me smile. I, Cathleen Teretit, Camille Makayan and Neil Javier: Are officemates at Manila Standard. They’re something about in MST that we don’t want to leave. Neil and I are in Advertising Section while Camille is in Lifestyle Section and Cathleen is one of the best photographers in MST.

Marinel Lacson, In GMA 7, MJ take place the title of Regine Velasquez as “Asia’s Song bird” as I saw her performing she has a lot of fans and everybody wants to take pictures. Last time, she emails me and invites me to be part of their wedding (Claude Bonares) next month. Claude is her fiancé for a longest year. Heidy Landrito, one of the host of the Eat Bulaga and she has a foreign husband and two lovely daughter.

Gilbert Monge this man makes me so proud. He is the vice president here in the Philippines and one of the Business writers in Philippine Daily Inquirer. God, Gilbert is still lucky in his life. And now, Grace Palpalatoc makes some noise in PR industry. She’s one of the popular
PR consultants and every Clients Idolize her. Grace has a small business and a loving husband. Sooner she gave birth.

Kit Perez is now a successful writer. She publishes a lot of books. And I have a copy of all her books. 3 years ago she got married with the perfect guy and until now I envy her. Kit was my idol during College Days until now. I’m looking forward to her next book. While Miguel Velasco was a freelance writer and full time Drummer of Dylan. DYLAN is a popular now and they have a lot of fans. His fiancé Marge always there to support him every Gigs.

Nicko Wangag, his editor in Manila Standard retired because of “katandaan” and Nicko is the one who take over the place of his editor and Pike Revita will be his Assistant Editor. Nicko has an offer in Wall Street but MST hooked his heart and just like me, there something in MST that’s why we don’t want to leave.

And I realize I’m late in my work. I just want to tell to “The bipolar’s that I’m very proud of them” and our batch was a successful. I learned a lot from them and I know they miss me beacause I really miss them.

And me? I’m proud of my self too. I’m an Advertising Manager now. Got married 2 years ago with Athan and next month I gave birth and I’m happy to know that it’s a baby boy. Next year, I’ll open my boutique and I hope the bipolar’s will support me. I know they will.

I know what I’m worth, I know what’s moral and what’s not, I know what’s enough and what’s too much, I know I’m not a kid. But I tend to be still. My transformation is almost over, and I learn to live and become part of something. #

Dilemma, such a difficult word to spell out, to define and to handle. That is the exact word that the little light bulb flashed on my mind the moment I heard from my professor uttered the word that most of us are anxious to come across, REALITY.

A month from now, approximately, I’m already going to march with the “Journey” as my background music. The moment I move my right foot forward as a sign of facing a new chapter of my life, I am at the same time leaving my footsteps and the kind of life that has consumed more than a quarter of my lifetime that is being a student. That is the reality that I am anxious to come across. That is the situation that gave me the dilemma.

The first things that a fresh grad would usually encounter are dilemmas of “HOW”, How will I depart from a chapter that has to close? And how will I come in to a chapter that is about to begin?

How will I depart from a chapter that has to close? Everyone miss his or her college life. College life slowed me down, I started missing meetings, bonding, and Eating while the Professor is talking. Then finally on my last year in college I finally said goodbye. I am blessed to have very good college life. Without bragging, I could say that our batch is truly exceptional. We are a very bright batch but we know how to have fun and I am not just talking about my class JO8A. I’m talking about Batch 2009 of Communication Dept. We have our own share of controversies, and gifts.

How will I come into a chapter that is about to begin? Actually, I’m afraid to face the reality. Why? First, I really don’t know what to do and how will start. “Isa ba ako sa matatawag na Professional tambay?” Second, How will I fit in to new environment? I have a lot of questions in my mind. With the graduation rush finally over, the question in many grads minds remains the same. What now? This question holds endless answers – even if you might not know which answer is for you. The opportunities range from getting a job, to volunteering, to signing up for the military, to going to grad school the path you choose is completely up to you.

PRESSURE: There is a lot of pressure after graduation, many times even before graduation arises. I think searching and actually receiving a job was one of the most frustrating experiences

Life after graduation may not be the easiest time and many people have no idea what they want to do with their lives. Just remember, most people don’t stay in the same job that they started in for too long and most do not even stay with the same company. I sure to my self what I want to do and what I think will make me happy. It may not be the path that everyone else is taking, but in the end, it may be best for me.

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THE place is perfect. Everything just seems right. Red flowers are everywhere and scented candles make up a setting of a quixotic mood. Small ensembles of musicians are playing their music in a smooth harmony flavored by sumptuous delicacies.

The night is so tranquil that it is complemented with a serenade. Moments from now, the food will be served.

This is an ideal dinner date.

But Josh, in great tension is expecting that this night will either be a dream come true o possibly his worst nightmare. “Oh no, where is she, is she coming?” This is a dangerous zone that could lead to a great disappointment or worse, eternal wound (exaggeration, I may say).

Tick-tock, time has passed and finally, there she is! The girl walks exquisitely showing her noticeably slender figure. Her fragrance and beauty dominates the ambiance. The guy with popping nerves sees her with relief and, of course, with great excitement.

They settled down in a typical table and chairs. The food started to get cold so they ate. While eating, Josh initiates the conversation; the connection was starting to build up.

They look at the stars onboard a moonlit sail. Josh holds her hand and they sweet while watching the stars, they talked in different topic.

But unexpectedly, they realized they have a lot of opposite ideas.

Josh is impressed by her attractive looks. “She may be the prettiest girl I’ve seen, but she can be the most boring person on earth,” Josh said to himself.

And the lady, hmmm… maybe she’s pretty reserved.

Everybody dreams for a perfect date. Whether you are single or committed, it doesn’t matter. Teenage years are so much into the “adventure thingy”. “We guys need action”, “We desire for something trendy, different and exciting.”

This is the part of our life that we call “sunshine” Sunshine years are when the most interesting memories and experiences of a person happen. It includes events wherein you are able to learn a lot of important things and possibly finds the time of meeting the person you want to spend the rest of your life with.

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Sometimes friendship could be so painful and difficult but it’s amazing to know that no matter how hard it is, friendship is still the simplest reason why we always find to smile.

I know what i want and what i deserve.

In our lives we see people as come and go. People Changed, Our life Changed. We met different people and shared stories and interest in life they became friends. Giving your trust to someone is not easy, just learn to accept and understand everything will get fine and friendship would last.

     When I took up my last P.E, volleyball class. I’d never imagine that this stranger would be very close to me. We have many things in common. We shared different stories through text and we both hang out together. I have a lot of friends but I’m very fond hanging out with her.

            One day, we considered ourselves became best friends. She’s always there when I need her. She’s willing to help as long as she can. She never tried to hurt me.

            Suddenly, I don’t understand her anymore and we quarrel for a non-sense thing that I don’t even know if it would last our friendship. She tried to fix the whole thing. In my part, it’s really hard to disregard her. But we communicate through text because I’m not comfortable talking to her personally. May be because of the things that might happen and I’m pretty sure I will hurt her again. Months passed, all things back to normal.

            After that misunderstanding, she’s still willing to help me in any problems and I’m grateful that in her part nothings changed.

Our first pic together

            Those misunderstanding were not opened anymore when we’re together because will laugh about it. 2008 was an irritated year for me, lots of misunderstanding between my true friend and me. I could say that I learned a lot from 2008 and I will not forget that year. 2008 makes me strong.

                        Having a friend like her was hard to find and loosing someone like her may be would be my greatest mistake. I’m fortunate enough to have her because it’s hard to find a true friend that will never turn her back even if I’m on my worst mood ever.

      A best friend can never replace by anyone but a TRUE FRIEND can considered be the best. You’re my True friend right?