My first year in college is finally coming to a close. 

No more, “Freshie ka ba?” from the upperclassmen. No more getting used to. In a couple of weeks, we are officially ates and kuyas of the new freshie batch. 

I’m glad that I could say I’ve made the most out of my first year. I met new friends, acquaintances, and what I would like to call family outside of home. I tried new things I’ve never done before, learned new things, made new memories to cherish. I can’t say I’m the one who is active in attending parties, joining rallies or boycotts, but I definitely tried to adapt to the new environment, get to know new faces, fit myself right in to this world called college. 

Now we’re moving on to higher year, looking forward to harder subject, more sleepless nights, hell weeks, and hopefully, another great year. 

1. I only had my own laptop last year for my birthday. I named her Hershey, because she has a color that reminded me of my favorite chocolate bar. 
2. My original Tumblog was made during my junior year in high school. It had about 5, 000 posts consisted mostly of reblogs and rants and drama and nothing really interesting. So I deleted it and made this one. 
3. I just finished reading Flipped and it’s one of the most beautiful first-love stories I have ever known. 
4. I got my schedule yesterday and I’m totally loving it - NOT. 
5. I can’t think about anything else now so I just typed this in. 

In high school I didn’t find my groom…

I found my bridesmaids. 

I miss these girls. They’re the reason why I finished high school on a bright note. And it’s because of them that I believed that friendships could reach greater heights. 

Jacky Moraleda - The Fashionista

Ever since our first year in high school, we were already close friends. All throughout high school she has always been by my side, and I mean literally. She’s the person who knows everything about me. I’ve told her every story about my life, and I think she’s one of the people who knows me too well. She is my go-to stylist, the one I immediately text when I have fashion dilemma, and the one who reports to me about the latest trends in the world of fashion. She is my partner in my weirdness and you’ll always see us doing the most mundane things in school. But that’s the exact reason why I love her. Although she is my complete opposite (tall, tan, model-esque bod), in many ways she feels the same way as I do, as if we only had one mind and heart.

Rigiel Manahan - The Anything Goes Gal

I met her when sophomore year was coming to a close, and ever since then we have been the best of friends. She’s your go-to gal when you need someone to go with to a party, a milk tea date, or someone you could just hang out with. She’s always game for anything even if it’s short notice. You could always depend on her to be there for you, and at the same time be there for her. There are times when you debate with each other and you argue about the silliest things, but you know deep inside that she’s always right. 

Patricia Gatbonton - The Conversationalist

I’ve known her since I’ve known Rigiel, but I swear she’s one of the most loquacious people you’ve ever met. She always has something to say, and that’s the reason why I love going on long walks with her, and just…talk. I could literally spend hours talking to my dearest baby and also listen to what she has to say. In some way she is the baby of the group, but she could also be the most mature. She is my partner when it comes to being the ‘good girls’ in the bunch, but we have our own naughty tricks, too. She is the person who would always be there for you to listen to your stories and tell hers. 

Hannah Paguila - The Artist

She has inspired me to express myself in so many ways - literature, music, photography - and at the same time, be myself. She is a singer-songwriter who loves God and music. She always writes the most beautiful stories and poems that make you believe that someday it could be your own. She inspired me to see things in a different light, and to look forward to brighter days. I have always believed that her artistry will make her succeed one day, and that she would soon discover more talent and happiness waiting for her in the long run. 

Photos are grabbed from their Facebook profile pictures. 

Lately, I’ve been posting photos because sometimes I really don’t like the hassle of thinking about the right words to use to express what I’m feeling. Don’t get me wrong, it’s absolutely delightful when you are able to express yourself but words don’t usually capture your exact emotion, feeling, or thought. 

They say, “a picture is worth a thousand words,” and that’s exactly that. It may have a different impression on someone else but it’s only you who could know the true meaning behind your photo. 

Here’s to all aspiring photographers out there! Kudos! 

It’s been a while since I’ve posted something and it’s because lately I’ve been busy with school (not really) and other stuff but mostly because I’m uninspired to write nowadays. Maybe the real reason why I can’t write about anything is because I dwell too much on thinking about a decent topic to write about. I know my title has no connection with this whatsoever but since it’s there, fine, I’m going to write about this summer. 

I wish I had a summer like Phineas and Ferb. 

Don’t get me wrong, this summer was good. That’s the problem I guess - it was good, not great. It was fun. Yet there’s something at the back of my mind I can’t ignore. Not that this summer wasn’t productive; it was very productive. Can you imagine ticking off two GE subjects from your list? I’m glad I’m not just laying around the house living like a pig, but I’ve been thinking, I’ve never really had a summer when I did what I wanted to do. 

Yes, I’ve traveled at the start of the summer and I just wish it could have lasted longer. I was happy to visit a brand new city and see a different culture, but like every dream it was cut too short. I wish I had a summer when I travel all season long: going to the beach, shopping at the city, sight-seeing. 

I’ve been wishing to feel what it’s like to have the perfect summer. 

After all that has been said, I’m still thankful for spending this summer. It wasn’t at all what I planned, but it was still worthwhile to spend it. Now that it’s almost over, I’ll just spend it lounging around the house, blogging, reading, eating. Although, I’m still looking forward (and hoping that it would push through) to my last (and only!) trip to the beach with my family. 

Swimming at last! *sigh

To those who are having the time of their lives these summer: Kayo na! (Kidding! Haha.)

Right now I’m also looking forward to, and at the same time terrified, to start school this coming semester! There’s just something about the feeling of starting anew, and what better way to do it by starting off the school year with a big, loud bang? 

I’m still hoping for my summer paradise, though.