Monday, August 4, 2008
love
"I don't understand why cupid was chosen to be the one who makes people fall in love. Because really, when I think about love, the last thing on my mind is a short, chubby toddler coming at me with a weapon."
my first marriage proposal...
a really sweet way of expressing your feelings
when you're feeling kilig or flattered by someone you like, you can always say (instead of saying that you're melting or feeling mushy inside)......
i'm feeling like chocolate kissed by the sunshine.
(from carlos miguel lacson) awwww, what a romantic!
for other people
Written for Eli
eliza enriquez is the kind of person that in the face of danger, earthquakes, really hard homework, scary professors, car accidents, food poisoning and other really unlucky circumstances will look at you and say......
"okay lang"
no one is as serene as eli, as unflappable as eli, as unperturable as eli. no one is as cool, calm and collected as this girl. but it isn't just the fact that nothing fazes her that makes her so popular with people. there's also the fact that she's the girl who will laugh at everything with you, make you forget even for a while that you've got this huge presentation for this killer prof or that your life is currently crappy. there's also the fact that she's the kind of girl guys fight over because she's too damn cool to let slip past their fingers. There's the fact that being around her is like a really cool, drunken party where everything seems infinitely funnier, but it's about ten times better because we're all stone cold sober and every moment with her is worth remembering. there's the fact that even in the midst of all that work stress, she looks perfectly calm as she collects another A or B+. there's the fact that she'll tease you about everything and nothing, and you just have to laugh at yourself for falling for it.
so when someone asks you, how was knowing eli? you can't say "okay lang". it's more like a really loud "si eli??? grabe yun!!!! the best talaga!!!! sobrang fun niya!!! talino pa!!! at sexy!!!!" when it comes to eli, you can't just respond coolly and calmly. since she made life ten times better, we have to be ten times more exuberant about how much WE LOVE ELI ENRIQUEZ!!!
Written for Kit
usually, when you hear the word "kit", you think something compact, short and tiny, abbreviated and convenient. but somehow when this particular "kit" comes to mind, it's nothing short or tiny. it's big and ambitious, oc and professional, at the top of their game and always on the go, all wrapped in this really gorgeous, enviably beautiful package. that's our "kit" bernardino.
Written for Joy
When God was making everyone answer the question “is the glass half empty or half full?” joy trino stood up on her tiptoes and yelled “HALF-FUUUUUUULLLLLL, JESUS CHRIST!!!!!”
There are people who are the very epitome of their names and Joy is no exception. Joy bursts into a room, all bubbly and excited about life. Joy is the person you love to tease because nothing gets her down (and then you wanna tease her some more coz she’s so funny when she’s defensive). Joy is funny and hilarious but always several seconds behind Alfred, Tantan and Co. that she always ends up extending the joke until we can’t laugh harder than this. Joy is the girl who you can sit down and have the best girly chats about everything because she knows EXACTLY how you feel. Joy is compassionate to the point of being always there for you, ready to shed a tear before you do coz her heart is bigger than everyone else combined. She’s not above oohing and aahing over good-looking boys but with standards high enough that she’s just too smart to be overlooked.
The way people see it, God must have been having the time of His life when he was creating Joy. And we were in the best moods when we got to know Joy.
Written for Kai
Maria Karina sounds like the name for a princess and she looks just like one. She has long shiny black hair and deep brown eyes, with thick long lashes that curl at the ends, and to top it all off, she has smooth white skin. She could play snow white in real life……
until she opens her mouth. Then you realize that though she may look like a princess or a delicate flower, she’s anything but that. She’s the girl you run to when you need a dose of girl power, or to whine about how life is unfair, because she’ll give you the best kind of therapy, a big thump on the back and a “kaya mo yan!”. She’s the girl who’s a barrel of laughs but at the same time, the person you want there when you go through the downsides of life. She walks through life looking like everything and everyone she meets has something funny and upbeat to look forward to, but when it all comes down to it, she’s serious about the things that matter, like being one of the best in her economics course or being the vice-president of the lifeblood of AEA, human resources.
What we won’t forget about Kai Kapunan is the fact that she is mix of oxymoron and contradictions. No one should have a life that looks like that much fun and still be serious enough to be smart. No one should be that pretty and still be comfortable enough to be one of the guys. No one should be that witty and funny, but that kind. No one should be that mix of qualities that girls want to be, to be that kind of person that literally everyone wants to be with, but still down-to-earth enough to relate to the regular people.
But who else can pull off being comfortably imperfectly perfect than Kai? Because when it all comes down to the downsides of life, that’s the person we’d much rather have by our sides to, to thump us on the back and tell us to quit dragging our feet, and get on with life because kaya natin to.
Written for Karl
karl satinitigan, a personality as confusing and puzzling as his last name. at first glance, he looks like a little kid, shuffling around in his slogan Pinoy shirt of the day and shorts. Then at second glance, a fascinating speaker/orator/President, with the ability to make his listeners forget everything but him, even while he punctuates his sentences with "blah di blahs" and the odd hand gestures. At third glance, a student of development and marketing, keeping a lookout for the oddball idea and the out-of-the-box project, always providing the one thing that'll skew your perspective and blow your mind to pieces.
At the fourth glance,
a PoMo poet,
a modern blogger
of thoughts, emotions and ideas
in quirky disjointed lines.
At fifth glance, a thespian, artist, chameleon, transforming himself to someone as compelling as a prince or as endearing as a dork (except he already is one). At sixth, but never the last glance, an Evil Twin, with a hundred different orgs and a hundred different interests. Confusing and hard to spell, but still purely distinctive karl.
Written for Alfred
let me put a disclaimer that the following write-up is not about the best person in the world. he's not a saint, not a hero, not even a boy scout. So don’t feel like this is a biased, judgmental write-up that favors him too much. but it doesn’t really matter if you feel that way because he is a star, a celebrity, the person you double-take another looooong look to make sure it really is alfred pagsibigan that passed by. what his friends love in the long list about him… not to make YOU feel bad about your less than interesting life but let’s enumerate. Maybe it’s the dimple that’s so deep, it’s contagious. Or the intellect that makes him one of the top students of our economics batch and gives him a future as bright and cool as his sense of style. Maybe it’s the ever-changing haircut, depending on the season and the mood of Alfred. Maybe it’s the wit that’s sharp and occasionally directed at you… but just to hear your name on his lips is like a star giving you his autograph. Maybe it’s the hordes of people around ateneo that just seem to know that Alfred Pagsibigan. Or maybe, it’s just simply coz this is Alfred, the guy that’s the life of the party when the party is life.
eliza enriquez is the kind of person that in the face of danger, earthquakes, really hard homework, scary professors, car accidents, food poisoning and other really unlucky circumstances will look at you and say......
"okay lang"
no one is as serene as eli, as unflappable as eli, as unperturable as eli. no one is as cool, calm and collected as this girl. but it isn't just the fact that nothing fazes her that makes her so popular with people. there's also the fact that she's the girl who will laugh at everything with you, make you forget even for a while that you've got this huge presentation for this killer prof or that your life is currently crappy. there's also the fact that she's the kind of girl guys fight over because she's too damn cool to let slip past their fingers. There's the fact that being around her is like a really cool, drunken party where everything seems infinitely funnier, but it's about ten times better because we're all stone cold sober and every moment with her is worth remembering. there's the fact that even in the midst of all that work stress, she looks perfectly calm as she collects another A or B+. there's the fact that she'll tease you about everything and nothing, and you just have to laugh at yourself for falling for it.
so when someone asks you, how was knowing eli? you can't say "okay lang". it's more like a really loud "si eli??? grabe yun!!!! the best talaga!!!! sobrang fun niya!!! talino pa!!! at sexy!!!!" when it comes to eli, you can't just respond coolly and calmly. since she made life ten times better, we have to be ten times more exuberant about how much WE LOVE ELI ENRIQUEZ!!!
Written for Kit
usually, when you hear the word "kit", you think something compact, short and tiny, abbreviated and convenient. but somehow when this particular "kit" comes to mind, it's nothing short or tiny. it's big and ambitious, oc and professional, at the top of their game and always on the go, all wrapped in this really gorgeous, enviably beautiful package. that's our "kit" bernardino.
Written for Joy
When God was making everyone answer the question “is the glass half empty or half full?” joy trino stood up on her tiptoes and yelled “HALF-FUUUUUUULLLLLL, JESUS CHRIST!!!!!”
There are people who are the very epitome of their names and Joy is no exception. Joy bursts into a room, all bubbly and excited about life. Joy is the person you love to tease because nothing gets her down (and then you wanna tease her some more coz she’s so funny when she’s defensive). Joy is funny and hilarious but always several seconds behind Alfred, Tantan and Co. that she always ends up extending the joke until we can’t laugh harder than this. Joy is the girl who you can sit down and have the best girly chats about everything because she knows EXACTLY how you feel. Joy is compassionate to the point of being always there for you, ready to shed a tear before you do coz her heart is bigger than everyone else combined. She’s not above oohing and aahing over good-looking boys but with standards high enough that she’s just too smart to be overlooked.
The way people see it, God must have been having the time of His life when he was creating Joy. And we were in the best moods when we got to know Joy.
Written for Kai
Maria Karina sounds like the name for a princess and she looks just like one. She has long shiny black hair and deep brown eyes, with thick long lashes that curl at the ends, and to top it all off, she has smooth white skin. She could play snow white in real life……
until she opens her mouth. Then you realize that though she may look like a princess or a delicate flower, she’s anything but that. She’s the girl you run to when you need a dose of girl power, or to whine about how life is unfair, because she’ll give you the best kind of therapy, a big thump on the back and a “kaya mo yan!”. She’s the girl who’s a barrel of laughs but at the same time, the person you want there when you go through the downsides of life. She walks through life looking like everything and everyone she meets has something funny and upbeat to look forward to, but when it all comes down to it, she’s serious about the things that matter, like being one of the best in her economics course or being the vice-president of the lifeblood of AEA, human resources.
What we won’t forget about Kai Kapunan is the fact that she is mix of oxymoron and contradictions. No one should have a life that looks like that much fun and still be serious enough to be smart. No one should be that pretty and still be comfortable enough to be one of the guys. No one should be that witty and funny, but that kind. No one should be that mix of qualities that girls want to be, to be that kind of person that literally everyone wants to be with, but still down-to-earth enough to relate to the regular people.
But who else can pull off being comfortably imperfectly perfect than Kai? Because when it all comes down to the downsides of life, that’s the person we’d much rather have by our sides to, to thump us on the back and tell us to quit dragging our feet, and get on with life because kaya natin to.
Written for Karl
karl satinitigan, a personality as confusing and puzzling as his last name. at first glance, he looks like a little kid, shuffling around in his slogan Pinoy shirt of the day and shorts. Then at second glance, a fascinating speaker/orator/President, with the ability to make his listeners forget everything but him, even while he punctuates his sentences with "blah di blahs" and the odd hand gestures. At third glance, a student of development and marketing, keeping a lookout for the oddball idea and the out-of-the-box project, always providing the one thing that'll skew your perspective and blow your mind to pieces.
At the fourth glance,
a PoMo poet,
a modern blogger
of thoughts, emotions and ideas
in quirky disjointed lines.
At fifth glance, a thespian, artist, chameleon, transforming himself to someone as compelling as a prince or as endearing as a dork (except he already is one). At sixth, but never the last glance, an Evil Twin, with a hundred different orgs and a hundred different interests. Confusing and hard to spell, but still purely distinctive karl.
Written for Alfred
let me put a disclaimer that the following write-up is not about the best person in the world. he's not a saint, not a hero, not even a boy scout. So don’t feel like this is a biased, judgmental write-up that favors him too much. but it doesn’t really matter if you feel that way because he is a star, a celebrity, the person you double-take another looooong look to make sure it really is alfred pagsibigan that passed by. what his friends love in the long list about him… not to make YOU feel bad about your less than interesting life but let’s enumerate. Maybe it’s the dimple that’s so deep, it’s contagious. Or the intellect that makes him one of the top students of our economics batch and gives him a future as bright and cool as his sense of style. Maybe it’s the ever-changing haircut, depending on the season and the mood of Alfred. Maybe it’s the wit that’s sharp and occasionally directed at you… but just to hear your name on his lips is like a star giving you his autograph. Maybe it’s the hordes of people around ateneo that just seem to know that Alfred Pagsibigan. Or maybe, it’s just simply coz this is Alfred, the guy that’s the life of the party when the party is life.
in case i forget who i am to other people...
Miki
from my bestfriend since Grade Two: Miki.
My absolute favorite person in the world, my "kindred spirit".
We met over piko. And it was the beginning of a beautiful friendship. No, not really. We kept fighting in 3rd grade; yeah, we were friends, but she could be so bitchy sometimes. She's like that. No, not bitchy, but... true. If she wants to be bitchy, she'll be bitchy - there is nothing fake about her. But underneath all that bitchiness (and I mean that in a good way :p), is a heart full of love. No, I'm not going to start being cheesy; for your information, that was what made Harry Potter great. Abbi is one of the bravest people I know. And her love has made her a fighter - she'll fight for her friends, for her family, for her principles and beliefs. We have our very own Harry Potter in Abbi Luz. And being the book geeks that we are, that's one of the highest compliments I can think of. So thanks, Abbi... for being an inspiration, for being a wonderful piko-mate, and for being the best best friend there is.
Wen
From Wen, my SOSS Sec-Treas and my second-in-command: what a helluva year!
A panacea for all social related diseases, Abbi is an all-around great friend! Boredom, discomfort, embarrassment, shyness, and annoyance to name a few; Abbi will always be to the rescue with her never-ending idea on what to do and where to go to. She’s simply a factory of gimmick invites to her friends, who are really bored and stressed out with their lives!
But what is interesting about this little lady is the fact that she has been in the Sanggunian since first year. Yes, she is really that committed in serving the entire Ateneo community. Imagine, four years of sacrificing your academics, social life, and your OWN MONEY just to be able to provide positive changes in the Loyola Schools… no wonder she’ll definitely be remembered as the woman who spent her entire life in the student council. But Abbi didn’t have any regret in this, because after all, she found her true friends [and love life… hahaha] in that place!
Kit
From Kit, my former blockmate and one of the most impressive girls I know (and there are a lot!).
If you think about people our age who are accomplished and damn near perfect, Kit springs to mind.Don't be fooled by abbi's charming smile, and petite figure. Abbi Luz is probably one of the most popular girls in school for she has the face that launched a thousand votes from her batchmates. Yes, she has held several sanggu positions and is currently the secgen of the batch. Many would say abbi is a born-leader. With her impressive public speaking skills and strong charisma, this girl will definitely enter politics by storm.
Archie
From Archie, my long talks/relationships go-to guy. The one who comes up with the deep shit and the most grounded guy.
Basing your relationship with this girl on first impressions would not probably be a good idea. She might strike you as being coñio and maarte because of the way she talks. She might even seem a little bit aloof because of the way she carries herself: she’s easy-going and always smiling.
These first impressions cannot hope to encompass the entirety of Abbi Luz’s person. These superficial assumptions are nowhere near the mark. The real Abbi fights for what she believes is right. She loves with every fiber of her being. She is a great friend who can always be counted to do just about anything to make you smile. It would take an eternity to get to know Abbi but that eternity would be time well spent.
Carlos
From Carlos, my guy best friend, replacement boyfriend and flirtee. Haha! Seriously, the guy I love above all other guy friends.
There are people you meet, and there are people you meet. And I believe everyone who has had the pleasure of getting to know Abbi would agree that she’s in the latter category. She’s the kind that keeps surprising you with her thoughts, words and actions – the kind that continually redefines your impression of her. She’s so much more than the wholesome (ahem) yet fun image she projects. Of sharp mind and sharp wit, she’s driven with a deep desire to succeed. At the same time, she’s gifted with inner strength and an uncompromising sense of what is right. But perhaps the one thing most attractive about her is that she has soul. A very passionate person, she is a poet by essence if not by words.
Love
From Love, my relationship advisor and really close energetic buddy.
Abbi exemplifies bubbly personality. She is generous with her compliments and never stringent on her smiles. She has an infectious laugh that no one can resist. She loves telling stories but she also loves hearing yours, it’s no wonder she has many friends, scores!
A paradoxical lady: she is someone laid-back yet serious and someone who wanders yet focused on a destination. She is anything but boring. Plus, multitudes of crushes to always keep you guessing!She loves truly, she loves deep; she is the girlfriend that is for keeps.
April and Merwyn
Truly one of the most responsible people in the batch, Abbi stands out by being outspoken and socially involved in a lot of things. Indeed she has a lot of things going on for her, given the impressive list of extra curricular activities that she manages to squeeze in between her academics. Abbi really is a born leader, a good friend, a smart lass and so much more.- april
abbi is an exuberant young lady that can be anybody's homey coz of her bubbly personality -merwyn
Joy
From Joy, my 7-11 and heart-to-heart buddy.
You don’t need to go to heaven to see angels because Abbi Luz has lots of friends who look like one. Kidding aside, Abbi has a lot of friends that almost every Atenean knows her. If someone asks a person who is Abbi Luz and he answers I don’t know then that person must be flayed alive. Haha! Everybody knows Gabriela Ma. Ines Luz but not everybody knows who the real Abbi Luz is. Abs has lots of the things that most people do not have. She has the GUTS to do things that most people never dreamt of doing. She is always on the go and hyper which makes her the life of the party. Abbi is the person who has that extraordinary power to make people listen to her. She knows when and how to talk. She never ceases to make her point in everything. People just stop, stare and listen to her, with their mouths wide open in awe. She has that absolute confidence to express herself. Abs has this wit that nobody can level up to. Abbi is a friend who will care for you and help you in times of trouble and never let you down for any reason. She will surely lend an ear and extend a hand whenever you feel like bursting into tears. Abbi never fails to rise up to the occasion. She is truly a versatile lady—talented, opinionated and go-getter individual. She is indeed superb in every way.
Howard
From Howard, my gift-giving buddy.
Abbi walks in, smiling and greeting everyone. After a long, bad, unlucky day, this is the last thing you're going to need. Then again, you manage to crack a smile and wave back. She's irresistibly comforting. You pre-empt her words, it’s usually one of two things: have you seen this person or the room smells funny. Again, you tell yourself this is the last thing you’re going to need and yet you’re itching to talk to her knowing that somehow, in her own Abbi way, she’s going to make you feel okay. So you do talk to her and then, magic – she just did it again.
Alfred
From Alfred, my first college bestfriend and the guy I would chase after (if he were only straight).
Who doesn’t want rock hard ABS? Coz if you got Abs, everyone will envy you and you’ll surely make them want Abs of their own. Nope! I’m not talking about the abs that requires infinite crunches and gallons of sweat but rather I’m talking about the Abs who is the queen of talk. She’ll get you hooked once she starts talking (though you’d have to be real good in English and have an extensive vocabulary to understand). She’s the friend that knows what to say to make you feel real good about yourself. She’s the student council chick that gives substance, wit, humor, and class a perfect mix. As much as she loves the beach, people love and adore her for looking chic, being smart,having spunk, and loving her friends as if they’re her siblings. If I’d have only two more words left to say to this astonishing lady, I’d stand up and scream, YOU ROCK!
from my bestfriend since Grade Two: Miki.
My absolute favorite person in the world, my "kindred spirit".
We met over piko. And it was the beginning of a beautiful friendship. No, not really. We kept fighting in 3rd grade; yeah, we were friends, but she could be so bitchy sometimes. She's like that. No, not bitchy, but... true. If she wants to be bitchy, she'll be bitchy - there is nothing fake about her. But underneath all that bitchiness (and I mean that in a good way :p), is a heart full of love. No, I'm not going to start being cheesy; for your information, that was what made Harry Potter great. Abbi is one of the bravest people I know. And her love has made her a fighter - she'll fight for her friends, for her family, for her principles and beliefs. We have our very own Harry Potter in Abbi Luz. And being the book geeks that we are, that's one of the highest compliments I can think of. So thanks, Abbi... for being an inspiration, for being a wonderful piko-mate, and for being the best best friend there is.
Wen
From Wen, my SOSS Sec-Treas and my second-in-command: what a helluva year!
A panacea for all social related diseases, Abbi is an all-around great friend! Boredom, discomfort, embarrassment, shyness, and annoyance to name a few; Abbi will always be to the rescue with her never-ending idea on what to do and where to go to. She’s simply a factory of gimmick invites to her friends, who are really bored and stressed out with their lives!
But what is interesting about this little lady is the fact that she has been in the Sanggunian since first year. Yes, she is really that committed in serving the entire Ateneo community. Imagine, four years of sacrificing your academics, social life, and your OWN MONEY just to be able to provide positive changes in the Loyola Schools… no wonder she’ll definitely be remembered as the woman who spent her entire life in the student council. But Abbi didn’t have any regret in this, because after all, she found her true friends [and love life… hahaha] in that place!
Kit
From Kit, my former blockmate and one of the most impressive girls I know (and there are a lot!).
If you think about people our age who are accomplished and damn near perfect, Kit springs to mind.Don't be fooled by abbi's charming smile, and petite figure. Abbi Luz is probably one of the most popular girls in school for she has the face that launched a thousand votes from her batchmates. Yes, she has held several sanggu positions and is currently the secgen of the batch. Many would say abbi is a born-leader. With her impressive public speaking skills and strong charisma, this girl will definitely enter politics by storm.
Archie
From Archie, my long talks/relationships go-to guy. The one who comes up with the deep shit and the most grounded guy.
Basing your relationship with this girl on first impressions would not probably be a good idea. She might strike you as being coñio and maarte because of the way she talks. She might even seem a little bit aloof because of the way she carries herself: she’s easy-going and always smiling.
These first impressions cannot hope to encompass the entirety of Abbi Luz’s person. These superficial assumptions are nowhere near the mark. The real Abbi fights for what she believes is right. She loves with every fiber of her being. She is a great friend who can always be counted to do just about anything to make you smile. It would take an eternity to get to know Abbi but that eternity would be time well spent.
Carlos
From Carlos, my guy best friend, replacement boyfriend and flirtee. Haha! Seriously, the guy I love above all other guy friends.
There are people you meet, and there are people you meet. And I believe everyone who has had the pleasure of getting to know Abbi would agree that she’s in the latter category. She’s the kind that keeps surprising you with her thoughts, words and actions – the kind that continually redefines your impression of her. She’s so much more than the wholesome (ahem) yet fun image she projects. Of sharp mind and sharp wit, she’s driven with a deep desire to succeed. At the same time, she’s gifted with inner strength and an uncompromising sense of what is right. But perhaps the one thing most attractive about her is that she has soul. A very passionate person, she is a poet by essence if not by words.
Love
From Love, my relationship advisor and really close energetic buddy.
Abbi exemplifies bubbly personality. She is generous with her compliments and never stringent on her smiles. She has an infectious laugh that no one can resist. She loves telling stories but she also loves hearing yours, it’s no wonder she has many friends, scores!
A paradoxical lady: she is someone laid-back yet serious and someone who wanders yet focused on a destination. She is anything but boring. Plus, multitudes of crushes to always keep you guessing!She loves truly, she loves deep; she is the girlfriend that is for keeps.
April and Merwyn
Truly one of the most responsible people in the batch, Abbi stands out by being outspoken and socially involved in a lot of things. Indeed she has a lot of things going on for her, given the impressive list of extra curricular activities that she manages to squeeze in between her academics. Abbi really is a born leader, a good friend, a smart lass and so much more.- april
abbi is an exuberant young lady that can be anybody's homey coz of her bubbly personality -merwyn
Joy
From Joy, my 7-11 and heart-to-heart buddy.
You don’t need to go to heaven to see angels because Abbi Luz has lots of friends who look like one. Kidding aside, Abbi has a lot of friends that almost every Atenean knows her. If someone asks a person who is Abbi Luz and he answers I don’t know then that person must be flayed alive. Haha! Everybody knows Gabriela Ma. Ines Luz but not everybody knows who the real Abbi Luz is. Abs has lots of the things that most people do not have. She has the GUTS to do things that most people never dreamt of doing. She is always on the go and hyper which makes her the life of the party. Abbi is the person who has that extraordinary power to make people listen to her. She knows when and how to talk. She never ceases to make her point in everything. People just stop, stare and listen to her, with their mouths wide open in awe. She has that absolute confidence to express herself. Abs has this wit that nobody can level up to. Abbi is a friend who will care for you and help you in times of trouble and never let you down for any reason. She will surely lend an ear and extend a hand whenever you feel like bursting into tears. Abbi never fails to rise up to the occasion. She is truly a versatile lady—talented, opinionated and go-getter individual. She is indeed superb in every way.
Howard
From Howard, my gift-giving buddy.
Abbi walks in, smiling and greeting everyone. After a long, bad, unlucky day, this is the last thing you're going to need. Then again, you manage to crack a smile and wave back. She's irresistibly comforting. You pre-empt her words, it’s usually one of two things: have you seen this person or the room smells funny. Again, you tell yourself this is the last thing you’re going to need and yet you’re itching to talk to her knowing that somehow, in her own Abbi way, she’s going to make you feel okay. So you do talk to her and then, magic – she just did it again.
Alfred
From Alfred, my first college bestfriend and the guy I would chase after (if he were only straight).
Who doesn’t want rock hard ABS? Coz if you got Abs, everyone will envy you and you’ll surely make them want Abs of their own. Nope! I’m not talking about the abs that requires infinite crunches and gallons of sweat but rather I’m talking about the Abs who is the queen of talk. She’ll get you hooked once she starts talking (though you’d have to be real good in English and have an extensive vocabulary to understand). She’s the friend that knows what to say to make you feel real good about yourself. She’s the student council chick that gives substance, wit, humor, and class a perfect mix. As much as she loves the beach, people love and adore her for looking chic, being smart,having spunk, and loving her friends as if they’re her siblings. If I’d have only two more words left to say to this astonishing lady, I’d stand up and scream, YOU ROCK!
- disclaimer: for graduating students, we have this yearbook, where we have to have write-ups along with our grad photos. i wrote a lot but i couldn't write one for myself. so i asked close friends to write some for me. this is me, in their nutshell, i guess.
it's not my ego speaking.
it's not my ego speaking.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
My flavor
What Flavor Fits You?
My Result: Sunny Orange
This positive energy extends beyond good times into every other aspect of your life. Whatever your career path or goals, your natural ability to win people over and communicate ideas with enthusiasm are two key secrets to your success. The same glass-half-full attitude that makes you a fab friend will work its magic in the workplace. And in the world of business, those kinds of good vibes are always refreshing.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
You are an Encouraging Director.
You are a Director (about you)
As a DIRECTOR, you combine an unusual openness and passion for beauty and style with confidence and a down-to-earth sensibility that allow you to realize your vision.
You are practical and pay attention to the details that others tend to miss(hell no!).
By focusing on what is real and concrete, you achieve more than those who always have their heads in the clouds.
When it comes to what really matters in your life, you are confident in your ability to succeed.
Having beautiful things in your life gives you pleasure and satisfaction - you have a keen eye for style.
Even when problems present themselves, deep down you know you will overcome these challenges.
When routines get too familiar, you become bored and start looking for ways to spice things up.
You are open to new types of experiences – you are not afraid to take a risk on something new.
You have a highly developed sense of taste – you know what looks good on you, in your home, and in the world at large.
You are a fashion maven, up on trends, but distinct in your own style. You don't follow trends, you set them.
If you want to be different:
Occasionally let yourself dream a little more, even if it doesn't seem practical or efficient.
You are Encouraging (how you relate to others)
Your outgoing nature, understanding of others, and directness make you ENCOURAGING.
You want others to do well for themselves, and you generally believe in their abilities.
You often know what's good for people because of your caring nature and your worldview.
When you care about someone, you don't keep it to yourself: you are good at letting people know that you're thinking of them.
Because you trust people, you take violations of that trust very seriously.
You thrive in social situations, and even though you know who you like and who you don't like, you can interact well with many different types of people.
You have a healthy respect for people who have earned what they have, and you strive to be similar to successful others.
You are a loyal friend and a good listener.
If you want to be different:
Sometimes, in the course of being encouraging, you can be a bit judgmental—this can make it more difficult for others to follow your advice.
While you are an expert at getting the most out of the world and taking advantage of many experiences, you might gain some insight by taking the time to be alone, reflect on things, or just observe the goings-on in the world.
As a DIRECTOR, you combine an unusual openness and passion for beauty and style with confidence and a down-to-earth sensibility that allow you to realize your vision.
You are practical and pay attention to the details that others tend to miss(hell no!).
By focusing on what is real and concrete, you achieve more than those who always have their heads in the clouds.
When it comes to what really matters in your life, you are confident in your ability to succeed.
Having beautiful things in your life gives you pleasure and satisfaction - you have a keen eye for style.
Even when problems present themselves, deep down you know you will overcome these challenges.
When routines get too familiar, you become bored and start looking for ways to spice things up.
You are open to new types of experiences – you are not afraid to take a risk on something new.
You have a highly developed sense of taste – you know what looks good on you, in your home, and in the world at large.
You are a fashion maven, up on trends, but distinct in your own style. You don't follow trends, you set them.
If you want to be different:
Occasionally let yourself dream a little more, even if it doesn't seem practical or efficient.
You are Encouraging (how you relate to others)
Your outgoing nature, understanding of others, and directness make you ENCOURAGING.
You want others to do well for themselves, and you generally believe in their abilities.
You often know what's good for people because of your caring nature and your worldview.
When you care about someone, you don't keep it to yourself: you are good at letting people know that you're thinking of them.
Because you trust people, you take violations of that trust very seriously.
You thrive in social situations, and even though you know who you like and who you don't like, you can interact well with many different types of people.
You have a healthy respect for people who have earned what they have, and you strive to be similar to successful others.
You are a loyal friend and a good listener.
If you want to be different:
Sometimes, in the course of being encouraging, you can be a bit judgmental—this can make it more difficult for others to follow your advice.
While you are an expert at getting the most out of the world and taking advantage of many experiences, you might gain some insight by taking the time to be alone, reflect on things, or just observe the goings-on in the world.
Monday, October 22, 2007
fun blogs
http://poppytalk.blogspot.com/
poppy talk is a canadian design blog collecting inspiration and promoting emerging design talent.
http://quotation-marks.blogspot.com/
the "blog" of "unnecessary" quotation marks
making fun of bad punctuation since 2005.
http://desiretoinspire.blogspot.com/
An Australian and a Canadian trying to inspire the world, one room at a time.
http://diddlescartoonwunderland.blogspot.com/
Darryl Young, a freelance artist in the Chicagoland area with experience in traditional animation, character design, and illustration.
poppy talk is a canadian design blog collecting inspiration and promoting emerging design talent.
http://quotation-marks.blogspot.com/
the "blog" of "unnecessary" quotation marks
making fun of bad punctuation since 2005.
http://desiretoinspire.blogspot.com/
An Australian and a Canadian trying to inspire the world, one room at a time.
http://diddlescartoonwunderland.blogspot.com/
Darryl Young, a freelance artist in the Chicagoland area with experience in traditional animation, character design, and illustration.
Sunday, October 14, 2007
you follow your head when it comes to romance
Maybe you've been burned before, or maybe you're just too busy changing the world, but when it comes to your love life, you definitely look before you leap. While you might not be cautious in every aspect of your life, love is an area you tread on lightly. Let's face it, you'd rather have a little more control over your emotions, but they're sometimes hard to pin down. So rather than get lost in them, you, and many of us, probably prefer to focus on other aspects of your life.
It's not that you don't want love to wash over you so you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. It's just that you'd probably like to fall in love when it best fits into your calendar. Still, with your smarts, you're probably able to sense when you're up for a little romancing and when you're not. Just remember, if you're ever on the fence, you want to fall off on the side where someone's going to catch you. Especially if he's tall, dark, and handsome.
It's not that you don't want love to wash over you so you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. It's just that you'd probably like to fall in love when it best fits into your calendar. Still, with your smarts, you're probably able to sense when you're up for a little romancing and when you're not. Just remember, if you're ever on the fence, you want to fall off on the side where someone's going to catch you. Especially if he's tall, dark, and handsome.
Emotional I.Q.: 126
This number is the result of a formula based on how many questions you answered correctly on Tickle's Emotional IQ test. But your Emotional IQ score is much more than just a number: it's an indicator of success.
Research has shown that people with high emotional intelligence scores — not necessarily those with the highest IQ scores — tend to be the most valued and productive employees and have the longest and happiest romantic relationships.
So, where are you most emotionally smart? Your test results show that your strongest suit is perception — your ability to pick up on what others are feeling.
Because of this, you are unusually good at reading people's verbal and non-verbal cues. You're especially aware of the subtleties of people's actions, and can feel out the vibe of a situation better than many. That gives you an edge many wish they had. People with high perception skills like yours, however, tend to rely on them to the exclusion of others. As a result, they sometimes have underdeveloped abilities in other realms of critical emotional intelligence like managing emotions, empathy, and being expressive.
Research indicates that if people who are strong in perception can work to increase their overall emotional IQ score, they can prepare themselves to handle any interpersonal exchange with amazing skill — especially by learning to be empathetic and by being able to express what it is they are feeling or trying to say.
Research has shown that people with high emotional intelligence scores — not necessarily those with the highest IQ scores — tend to be the most valued and productive employees and have the longest and happiest romantic relationships.
So, where are you most emotionally smart? Your test results show that your strongest suit is perception — your ability to pick up on what others are feeling.
Because of this, you are unusually good at reading people's verbal and non-verbal cues. You're especially aware of the subtleties of people's actions, and can feel out the vibe of a situation better than many. That gives you an edge many wish they had. People with high perception skills like yours, however, tend to rely on them to the exclusion of others. As a result, they sometimes have underdeveloped abilities in other realms of critical emotional intelligence like managing emotions, empathy, and being expressive.
Research indicates that if people who are strong in perception can work to increase their overall emotional IQ score, they can prepare themselves to handle any interpersonal exchange with amazing skill — especially by learning to be empathetic and by being able to express what it is they are feeling or trying to say.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Bob Dylan
"A man is a success if he gets up in the morning and gets to bed at night, and in between he does what he wants to do."
- Bob Dylan
"I think of a hero as someone who understands the degree of responsibility that comes with his freedom."
- Bob Dylan
Taurus
Taureans never slap or sting. Rather, they creep up on you, affect you deeply and leave their indelible impression on your soul. Think of Taurus as a long sensual kiss. A huge tender bear hug. Or an eiderdown on a cold alpine night. Taureans are warm (but sometimes stodgy) customers.
Taurus people make excellent executives. They love money and enjoy earning piles of it. When a Taurus person gets rich, he hangs on to his money, investing it in sound stocks and bonds, building solid houses, and even storing gold sovereigns in a mattress. The key word here is substantial. Taureans do not have confidence in lightheadedness. Frivolity doesn't come naturally to them.
Many Taureans work with their hands. Even if a Taurus is a computer expert and seems more cerebral than manual, nine times out of ten there is a hidden craft or hobby lurking behind the scenes. Taureans enjoy forging beautiful things from natural materials. In fact, they are attracted to all sorts of beauty. Music thrills them. Flowers enchant them. The countryside seduces them. And art is their natural habitat.
Taureans are forever building their own workshops and renovating barns and old churches. They are not only home-loving, they like to get their hands into the cement and slather on the plaster, if only for the tangible joy of playing in the mud.
Taureans do not take kindly to sudden change. They like to be wherever they are supposed to be when it is time to be there. Taureans readily adjust to routine and for that reason make fabulous employees. Precipitous and unexpected events requiring flexibility and resilience may cause Taureans to dig in their hooves and refuse to budge. Bulls are obstinate and determined to hold their ground. It is wiser not to try to talk Taurus out of a sulk. Just let him paw the earth and snort and seethe on his own. Take a tranquilizer and a walk. Soon, when the inevitable becomes blatantly inevitable, Taurus will budge of his own accord, come out of his sulk and go with the flow.
Sensuality belongs to Taurus. Wherever there is pleasure you will find a Taurean plunk in the middle of it all. They love to bask in the "good life." Taureans cannot resist the tug of the opposite sex. When an attractive newcomer arrives on the scene, count on Taurus to see to it that the outsiders have a drink, are made comfortable and have slipped Taurus a telephone number or two.
Taureans are amorous and romantic without being flighty or maudlin. They are tender and don't mind public displays of affection. Love and all of its expressions appeal to the Bull. Taureans can be counted on to stray a bit where sex is concerned, but they never flaunt their infidelities and usually avoid sticky extracurricular entanglements. If you love a Taurus, feed him.
Positive Traits: ARDOR PATIENCE DETERMINATION LOGIC INDUSTRY SENSUALITY
Negative Traits: LANGUOR GLUTTONY PREJUDICE COMPLACENCY INTRACTABILITY JEALOUSY
Taurus people make excellent executives. They love money and enjoy earning piles of it. When a Taurus person gets rich, he hangs on to his money, investing it in sound stocks and bonds, building solid houses, and even storing gold sovereigns in a mattress. The key word here is substantial. Taureans do not have confidence in lightheadedness. Frivolity doesn't come naturally to them.
Many Taureans work with their hands. Even if a Taurus is a computer expert and seems more cerebral than manual, nine times out of ten there is a hidden craft or hobby lurking behind the scenes. Taureans enjoy forging beautiful things from natural materials. In fact, they are attracted to all sorts of beauty. Music thrills them. Flowers enchant them. The countryside seduces them. And art is their natural habitat.
Taureans are forever building their own workshops and renovating barns and old churches. They are not only home-loving, they like to get their hands into the cement and slather on the plaster, if only for the tangible joy of playing in the mud.
Taureans do not take kindly to sudden change. They like to be wherever they are supposed to be when it is time to be there. Taureans readily adjust to routine and for that reason make fabulous employees. Precipitous and unexpected events requiring flexibility and resilience may cause Taureans to dig in their hooves and refuse to budge. Bulls are obstinate and determined to hold their ground. It is wiser not to try to talk Taurus out of a sulk. Just let him paw the earth and snort and seethe on his own. Take a tranquilizer and a walk. Soon, when the inevitable becomes blatantly inevitable, Taurus will budge of his own accord, come out of his sulk and go with the flow.
Sensuality belongs to Taurus. Wherever there is pleasure you will find a Taurean plunk in the middle of it all. They love to bask in the "good life." Taureans cannot resist the tug of the opposite sex. When an attractive newcomer arrives on the scene, count on Taurus to see to it that the outsiders have a drink, are made comfortable and have slipped Taurus a telephone number or two.
Taureans are amorous and romantic without being flighty or maudlin. They are tender and don't mind public displays of affection. Love and all of its expressions appeal to the Bull. Taureans can be counted on to stray a bit where sex is concerned, but they never flaunt their infidelities and usually avoid sticky extracurricular entanglements. If you love a Taurus, feed him.
Positive Traits: ARDOR PATIENCE DETERMINATION LOGIC INDUSTRY SENSUALITY
Negative Traits: LANGUOR GLUTTONY PREJUDICE COMPLACENCY INTRACTABILITY JEALOUSY
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