Jowk Time!

My dad told me that Atty. A brought his dog to their basketball game ...

Daddy: Si Atty. A kay gidala niya iyang iro sa basketbolan ...
Jazzie: Unsang klase dad?
Daddy: Kanang gamay .. kanang wowowee? Kana ganing gamay masulod sa bag ..
Jazzie: Dad! Chihuahua! Hehe
Daddy: O, yun!

Analysis: My dad was not really sure of the breed. So, he just mentioned the closest word he could think of that would sound similar to the breed. And therefore, he applied the principle of idem sonams!

-oOo-

My dad was wearing casual clothes - shirt, shorts and rubber shoes

Bajeck: Wow! Sporty ka lagi dad!
Daddy: Hindi ako sporty. Sixty na ako! :)

Analysis: My dad's response was intentional. Therefore, he is sentenced to be corny and such judgment is final and executory.

-oOo-

My dad was telling me that he had a problem with his laptop

Daddy: Nay problema ganina sa akong computer ug printer ba. Gitawagan nako sila Bajeck and Johanna, pero wala man sila kabalo.
Jazzie: Unya na ok dad?
Daddy: Na ok pud kay naa man koy kliyente na naghulat na kabalo ug computer
Jazzie: Unsa iyang gihimo?
Daddy: Naa man to siyay gipangpindot human gi-shut up niya ang laptop

Analysis: The intentions of my dad are clear. I cannot blame him if he is not familiar of some computer terms. Therefore, he is acquitted.

-oOo-

Until next time!

Change

My teaching schedule begins at 7:40 a.m. That is from Monday until Friday.

Thus, the major change in my lifestyle.

For the past 4 years or so, I sleep at around 1:00 or 2:00 a.m and get up around 8:00 a.m., sometimes around 10:00 a.m. I really do not have that much difficulty in waking up. When the alarm goes off at around 5:45 a.m., I am ready to take a shower and start my day.

But the thing is I already sleep at around 11:00 pm (aftr PBB .. hehe). Rather, tI ry to sleep at 11:00 p.m. There were still a few times that I get to sleep at around 1:00 a.m but just the same I have to wake up early.

So, what happens is I get tired in the afternoon. Sometimes, I take a nap. Sometimes, I don't. It really depends on how my day goes by. Sometimes, I am already sleepy but then it goes away with the right activity on hand .. hehe.

I guess that is one of the changes I deal with right now. But it's quite ok because I can handle such sleeping schedules. This is quite "chicken" compared to what I have experienced before .. hehe.

I guess it's quite okay as well to prepare me as I would probably be coming back to the "working world" in time .. hopefully, soon ;)

What is ...

"that rush of feeling of elation,
excitement
and you're brimming with joy
and possibilities"

Teacher, Teacher

It's official.

I'm going to teach Accounting subjects this semester.

I am so happy. I am so excited. I am so looking forward as to my first day tomorrow.

It is true that I really want to do something while waiting for the bar results (which is a whole new topic to discuss). But there is something about teaching that is so fulfilling which excited me. I am taking it not just as something to do just to pass time. It is something that I think I am passionate about.

Another reasons why I look forward to teaching is because of the school environment.

For the past weeks, I do miss school - teachers, classmates, the whole environment. So, to be back at school would lessen my "miss" sentiments .. hehe

Elaine told me that this is worth blogging. That's why I thought of really blogging this, considering that I haven't really blogged for quite some time. And to think that I have had lots of free time for the past weeks.

Anyway, I am looking forward to tomorrow and looking forward to be a good teacher!

How Sweet It Is

How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you

I needed the shelter of someone's arms and there you were
I needed someone to understand my ups and downs and there you were
With sweet love and devotion
Deeply touching my emotion
I want to stop and thank you baby
I just want to stop and thank you baby

How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you

I close my eyes at night
Wondering where would I be without you in my life
Everything I did was just a bore
Everywhere I went it seems I'd been there before
But you brighten up for me all of my days
With a love so sweet in so many ways
I want to stop and thank you baby
I just want to stop and thank you baby

How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you

You were better for me than I was for myself
For me, there's you and there ain't nobody else
I want to stop and thank you baby
I just want to stop and thank you baby

How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you

It's About Time

I have been back to Davao for 10 days already.

I guess it's about time for me to blog again.

I already did my best, in the way I possibly could, with the Bar Exams.

I keep on praying.

I cannot really say that I am bored for the past few days.

I think that makes me weird.

I do miss law school - the people, the environment and yes, even studying.

I am not sure if that makes me normal or weird.

I know I could have done a lot of productive things since I've been back.

I never got to it.

I did a few errands and followed up possible options.

I planned to read books.

I have only read newspapers and Archie comics.

I planned to go back to scrapbooking again.

I have not started it yet.

I only watched one movie in the big screen once during review.

I have not watched another one since Transformers.

I have watched 2 movies in DVDs.

I have only been to SM once, but only to send pictures to a friend.

I have done little things.

I think I am just taking my time with these.

Galaw Galaw Sa Tag-Araw

Inspirational Talk

My brother was asked to give an inspirational talk to the kindergarten students during their Recognition Ceremony. I think this is a new idea - having a younger "speaker" for the younger generation.

Here is his talk. This was a edited a bit by his teacher but I do not have a copy of the final speech. But here goes ..

(President), (Dean), (Guest Speaker), Teachers, Parents and Kindergarten Students, good morning.

Six years ago, I was just like one of these kindergarten students – sitting anxiously, listening to an inspirational talk and definitely looking forward to summer. Well, I am also looking forward to summer at this point.

I was truly honored when I was asked to speak to you, my fellow younger “cute” Philwomenians, on this simple yet special event. I guess it would not be that hard to give a talk since we are all still considered kids, although, I am a bit older than you.

As your “kuya” in this school of ours, I can tell you a number of things to look forward after this ceremony – not just about the coming summer of watching TV, playing video games and going to the beach but about what life has to offer in the next few years.

Let me tell you that life gets more interesting.

You will learn more and is expected to study more. You will meet new people and you will build new friendships. You will overcome more challenges and you will become better kids.

While there may be changes, the basic things that were taught to us in kinder remains the same.

Follow the line. Learn to share. Elbows off the table. Play fair. Ask questions. Put things back where you found them. Say “po” and “opo”. Do not take things that are not yours. Ask permission. Say sorry when you hurt someone. Wash your hands before you eat. Greet your teachers. Take a nap. Clean up. Study first before watching TV or playing. Give your best. Respect your elders. Pray before you sleep. Help out a friend. Obey your parents.

Do not forget to hone your talents – whether it be singing, dancing, drawing or playing sports.

Do not forget to dream big – whether you want to be a lawyer, an astronaut, a teacher or a doctor.

And do not forget to always look back to thank people who are always there to support you – whether it be your friends, your teachers or your family.

I know that I do not have much experience in life to share with you, since I am just a 12-year old kid. But I sure hope that you did get to enjoy what I have just shared with you because I know it would be of great use to the next chapters of your life, like it did to mine.

I hope that I have inspired you with my small talk. And I hope that even at your age, you will also become inspirations to others, even to older people.

Live life to the fullest. Smile and laugh. And remember to always keep the faith.

Congratulations to all of you for all your achievements.

Thank you and good morning.

Inspirational Talk

You Changed My Life ...

At last! Nakapanood na talaga ako! Yey!

I watched this with my mom and siblings last Sunday. In fairness, na-insert ko pa sa sunod-sunod na exams .. hehe. Pero ngayon ko lang talaga na-blog kasi busy-busyhan nga .. hehe

Anyway, the movie did not fail to make me laugh.

Admittedly, it was cheesy. And that is not usually my cup of tea! However, I still enjoyed watching the film. Maybe because it was too cheesy that it became more fun to watch.

I really do not know what’s with Star Cinema and the wigs .. haha! Maganda naman buhok ni Sarah. Hindi ko magets bakit kelangan mag-wig .. pang-change image?

And I don’t really get it why their phones are not in silent mode tapos mag-sorry sa mga ka-meeting once may message or nagriring ang phone. Ah, tama .. para marining ng viewers and “Bebe ko!” haha

Anyhow, these are the favorite scenes as far as I can remember:

1. Power hug + power kiss = Chug! Chug! Chug! (the best!)

2. I’m not jealous. I can’t be jealous. I’ve never been jealous. NGAYON LANG!

(sabay imagine sa facial expression ni John Lloyd!)

3. Dance Showdown between Rayver and John Lloyd (yez!)

4. Ang haba ng hair ni Laida (hilarious officemates) along with the other hirits of Gio, Joross and the rest of the gang (lingaw!)

5. May ginagawa pa (o nga naman .. nag-solitaire pa si Rayver .. hehe)

6. John Lloyd singing Kailan (yihee!)

7. Seeing Mikee Cojuangco on-screen (still refreshing!)

8. John Lloyd doing the sundance with the shades and get-up (sakspan sa kuya!)

9. John Lloyd crying with his father at the bench (effective actor talaga!)

10.Outtakes! I love the scene na nagulat yung nag-open sa door kasi nag-good morning si Sarah .. (haha!)

O di ba! Nag-research talaga ako ng pics .. hehe .. Pictures are taken from starcinema.multiply.com

Yun lang!

The Letters

My brother is attending a retreat right now. He and his classmates were asked to write a letter to their parents. Here are excerpts from the letters my 12-year old brother wrote.

TO: Mom & Dad (PS = Basahin niyo una kay Mommy)

From: SON (Alangan, may iba pa ba)

Dear Mommy,

Thank you sa pag-aral niyo ni Daddy sa akin. Payag ka sana mag-Marine Biologist ako. Makita niyo ako sa newspaper ... doon sa Wanted. :) hehehe ... Salamat sa pag-alaga sa 'kin. Salamat sa mga cake. xxx Basta pinaka-mas magpasalamat ako kung BS in Marine Biology :)

JJ

Dear Daddy,

Salamat. Kung pwede basahin mo nalang ang letter ni Mommy, sa bagay parehas lang rin ang isusulat ko. :) Sayang kasi ang ballpen ink. Krisis ngaun. Sorry ka'y masapot ka pag mag-away kami nila ate. Sila man naga-una. xxx May award ako dad, ha ...

JJ

Hilarious!

I imagined him writing a letter that would touch the hearts of my mom and dad. I think that's what these retreat letters are for. I am not sure what to make out of my brother through these letters he wrote. Although, I'm pretty sure he made us laugh.

Ambot kay JJ .. haha!

I guess it would be really funny if we get to read these letters again four or five years from now.

The Letters