The Simpsons Movie.

A movie 18 years in the making. Hehe...

Showing on July 27th in theaters worldwide.

Coming Soon: OJT at DFA!!!

This is actually a dream come true for me. This summer, the class is required to have a 200-hour On-the-Job Training. With only less than a month to look for an OJT site, I was pretty lucky to land an internship at the Department of Foreign Affairs.

On April 10th, I start my OJT. Yup! I will be working in the Public Information and Services Unit. This office is in charge of providing information to Philippine embassies and consulates. It also provides local media with information regarding Philippine foreign posts and international news.

I'm really excited to work here. I wonder how my 200 hours will be in the DFA. Hehe...

Anyway, that's just something I wanted to share.

Gotta go now. Bye!

Something I Read in the Internet.

People with Aries Horoscope love compliments and tend to gravitate towards unrestricted, lively people. They are outgoing and active. If you plan a date with an Arian, be prepared to stay out late and have some fun, as they are filled with energy, and love excitement.

Generally, people with Aries Horoscope like to think of themselves as intellectuals, therefore, the best way to excite an Aries is to approach them on a intellectual level. They are aggressive and passionate. However, be forewarned that Arians has a tendency to be jealous and when in love, wants quite a bit of our time, if not all of it.

They love to be asked for their advice and will give you as much time, guidance, and sympathy that you need. Their advice is usually given straight forth and without hesitation. Although they are frank and candid, Arians Horoscope will gladly share their opinions with you.

An absolute definite way to end a relationship with people under Aries Sign is to start dictating or even more so, dominating them. They hate it. In addition, never give them orders. Not only do they not take orders well, but most likely they won't even listen.

Known to be independent, Arians will be a trustworthy, loyal and exciting partner.

Aries

Perfect Partners:

Leo, Sagittarius

Nearly Perfect Partners:


Gemini, Aquarius

Not Your Destiny:

Cancer, Capricorn

April is Coming.

It's the last day of March and I'm entering April with a smile on my face. Surprisingly, I'm actually happy and looking forward to celebrating my 21st birthday. Even though my Kuya Rom is still in London on the 13th, the bottom line is that I'm still in the mood to celebrate. For the first time in three years, I can say that I'm excited to turn another year older.

Since I turned 18, I haven't really been happy when my birthday comes along. I don't know, I feel like there's always something missing...there's always something wrong. But for the first time in a very long time...I can smile. I'm just happy. I don't know...I can't quite put my finger why I am.

I just am.

It's nice to really feel this way...as if I have nothing to worry about. I know I have my own problems but after two decades, I have learned to not think about my problems everyday for the rest of my life. I have come to realize that for each day that I live, there is at least one thing I can be happy for, one thing I can be thankful for. That is a lesson learned from the past year.

Maybe...just maybe...it's because of the people around me. There aren't really people making my blood boil. I'm with people who love and care for me, people who care for me. Each one of them is a reason why I always look at the bright side.

Anyway, I have to go. Still have things to do...

Movies Galore.

Here are a couple of movies I want to see for the coming months. Hahaha!!! I wish I would have the time when they will be shown here...

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End



TMNT



Spiderman 3



Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix



Ocean's 13



Shrek the Third

Blades of Glory.

Ron Burgundy meets Napoleon Dynamite in this one-of-a-kind comedy. I'll be waiting for this...

To Live is to Love. To Love is to Hurt. To Hurt is to Live.

Pains of love be greater far, than all other pleasures are.
-John Dryden

Ah, to be in love. It is far too complex to comprehend why, after loves initial bewitchment of the lovestruck victimit casts on it a spell of total submission to the joys and pains it brings. To be hopelessly and helplessly in love is a one-of-a-kind experience, an oxymoron of all sorts, for it is bitter as it is sweet, and it is lethal as it is invigorating. You see, the irony of it all is this: to fall in love with someone is to give that chosen one the power to make you happy, and also the power to hurt you the most. It is a double-edged sword, for as much as love can open you up and set you free, it could also cut your throat and stab you to death.

The bits and pieces of broken hearts and the tears shed over love are so many that Cupid should be out of business by now. Hurt within, and out of love is a tragic predicament that you should avoid at all costs as much as you can. It is not an easy task though, because love, in its pure beauty and charm, is simply irresistible. If you're in its good favor, and it is for you, it will take you to a roller coaster ride of being in a heaven to another if it is not, then your roller coaster straps will just snap and youd fall, injuring yourself, bumping and slamming in the tracks, and eventually land on the hard, cold, sharp-rocks-packed ground. Oh how I wish it is an exaggeration, a convoluted use of hyperbole (my English teachers would be sooo proud of me), but it's not.

When love hurts, it hurts - A LOT. It comes in stages: first, denial - initially you refuse to believe everything that has happened and you go on stepping backwards, hoping to be propped up by your protective cushion of the wonderful past; then, incredulity - after the reality of events has whacked your head a million times, you ask the age-old question but how could it be? we love each other; and last, pain - just pure, blinding, bitter as hell pain. And oh, pangs of guilt, anger, and occasional moments of temporary insanity add to the excitement of things. This (loves poking, stabbing, hurting-in-stages action) goes not only for earth crushing break-ups, but also for those petty fights that couples have caused by annoyingly weird, irritating pet peeves that blow up right into their faces, making them think what the hell did I get myself into?!

Then why, oh why, do people go gaga over love? If tales of heartaches are countless and pieces of shattered hearts are strewn all over the world, why long for love, hopefully wait for it, desperately search for it, and stubbornly fight for it?

That, my friend, is love's complex magic.

Because for every tear that is shed over it, a smile is waiting; and for every morsel of a shattered heart, a healing spirit is invoked. I read from somewhere that time does not heal all wounds, love does. And its true. Love awakens the white lighter in each person; and every blow, every stab, every shooting, blinding pain is designed to transform itself to a chi of strength, a jolt of confidence, and overwhelming happiness someday. It is a worn-out clich, I know, but hey it still works- love, and all the joys and especially the pains that it brings, makes you a stronger and better person.

Another clich?

To live is to love. To love is to hurt. To hurt is to live.

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This is a repost from my old blog in Friendster. Lately, I have been thinking about things related to the "L" word. I don't know why but I have to let it out of my system, right?

Tonight I Wanna Cry.

This is one of those days I don't feel very happy. I keep remembering the days when I feel depressed...sad...lonely. *Sigh* Hence, the video...

Enough said.

Afternoon Blogthings.

You Are an Excellent Cook

You're a top cook, but you weren't born that way. It's taken a lot of practice, a lot of experimenting, and a lot of learning. It's likely that you have what it takes to be a top chef, should you have the desire...

Are You A Good Cook?

Your Eyes Should Be Violet

Your eyes reflect: Mystery and allure What's hidden behind your eyes: A quiet passion

What Color Should Your Eyes Be?

You Are a Frappacino

At your best, you are: fun loving, sweet, and modern At your worst, you are: childish and over indulgent You drink coffee when: you're craving something sweet Your caffeine addiction level: low

What Kind of Coffee Are You?

You are 73% Aries

How Aries Are You?

You Will Be a Cool Parent

You seem to naturally know a lot about parenting, and you know what kids need. You can tell when it's time to let kids off the hook, and when it's time to lay down the law. While your parenting is modern and hip, it's not over the top. You know that there's nothing cool about a parent who acts like a teenager... or a drill sergeant!

Would You Be a Cool Parent?

You Are 26 Years Old

Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe. 13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world. 20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences. 30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more! 40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax.

What Age Do You Act?

Me and My Bez...

I had nothing much to do today so I decided to make a video of me and my Bez, Chi. Hehehe...

We're about to celebrate our birthdays! This is just one of the surprises I am giving my best friend. Hahaha!

Love my Bez so much...

Elliott Yamin - Wait For You

I just love Elliott Yamin's first single. I have been waiting for this for a year! The wait was certainly worth it. I am falling in love with his song, with his voice. Oh my gosh! If only I'd hear someone sing this song to me. I would probably be head over heels for him! Hehehe.

I have his album already and I am absolutely loving it!

Love love love love love ELLIOTT!

Early Morning Blogthings.

Your True Love Will Find You Eventually

You definitely put yourself out there a little - but you could be doing more. If you're truly looking for love, try doing more things and meeting more people. You don't have to actively look for love, you just need to stay active. Be out there a little more, and the right person will find you!

Will Your True Love Find You?

Your Hidden Talent

You have the power to persuade and influence others. You're the type of person who can turn a whole room around. The potential for great leadership is there, as long as you don't abuse it. Always remember, you have a lot more power over people than you might think!

What's Your Hidden Talent?

Your Blog Should Be Purple

You're an expressive, offbeat blogger who tends to write about anything and everything. You tend to set blogging trends, and you're the most likely to write your own meme or survey. You are a bit distant though. Your blog is all about you - not what anyone else has to say.

What Color Should Your Blog or Journal Be?

You Are a Pundit Blogger!

Your blog is smart, insightful, and always a quality read. Truly appreciated by many, surpassed by only a few

What Kind of Blogger Are You?

Your Career Type: Artistic

You are expressive, original, and independent. Your talents lie in your artistic abilities: creative writing, drama, crafts, music, or art. You would make an excellent: Actor - Art Teacher - Book Editor Clothes Designer - Comedian - Composer Dancer - DJ - Graphic Designer Illustrator - Musician - Sculptor The worst career options for your are conventional careers, like bank teller or secretary.

What's Your Ideal Career?

Your Linguistic Profile:

40% General American English

40% Yankee

10% Dixie

5% Upper Midwestern

0% Midwestern

What Kind of American English Do You Speak?

You Are a Chimera

You are very outgoing and well connected to many people. Incredibly devoted to your family and friends, you find purpose in nurturing others. You are rarely alone, and you do best in the company of others. You are incredibly expressive, and people are sometimes overwhelmed by your strong emotions.

What Mythological Creature Are You?

Couldn't Sleep.

I have been lying down on my bed for the past two hours and yet I cannot make myself go to sleep. My eyes are just wide open. I'm not thinking about anything or anyone, for that matter. All I want is to sleep. That's all I want to do. Unfortunately, my subconscious is still wide awake. So my physical being suffers tremendously. Oh the suffering I go through just to be able to go to sleep! I guess my body has to make new adjustments yet again. Over the past month, I have slept at around 1:30 in the morning at the earliest. All the sleepless nights of studying and preparing thesis and all that stuff. The whole process made me crazy! But in the end, it was all worth it.

My gosh! Why can't I just fall asleep like other people? I just want to close my eyes and start dreaming of...whatever it is I'm supposed to be dreaming of.

Oh gosh! My UnliTxt has expired. Darn it! Can't use my text in Globe for the meantime.

Hmm...I wonder how Kuya Rom's doing in London? Oh! I wasn't able to tell the news. Kuya Rom is in London to work on implementing a system program for PNB. He's out there with his team. Awww...I have no teddy bear to hug.

I'm kind of sad actually. It's just that...for the first time after 21 years, we won't be celebrating our birthdays together. He's going to be in London until after my birthday so...it's kind of sad. But...we'll have our celebration when he comes back.

Oh boy...I really have to try and get some sleep.

Good night!

Girls-Only Blogthings.

You are a Mild Mama

You don't have to be screaming at the top of your lungs to have a good time You rather chill, soak in the moment, and appreciate life for what it is Guys appreciate your "take life as it comes" approach... (Though they wouldn't mind if you got a little wild from time to time!)

How Daring Are You?

Your Life is Like

Serendipity

What John Cusack Movie Are You?

Your Red Carpet Look

Natalie Portman's Princess Gown and Tiara

What's Your Red Carpet Look?

Your Red Carpet Look

Natalie Portman's Princess Gown and Tiara

What's Your Red Carpet Look?

You Are An Independent Girlfriend!

Whoa, Ms. Independent! Your guy digs your modern style... But he's sometimes left to wonder if you really like him. Keep that unique spirit, but show him your love a bit more often. No worries - you're light years away from smothering him!

What Kind of Girlfriend Are You?

Do I Love You?

Do you know what it is like to look up into the velvet night sky, and yet not see the stars? Do you know what it is like to see the song birds sing their sweet music, and yet not hear their sound? Do you know what it is like to feel your heart inside you, and yet not feel it beat? Do you know what it is like to be in a crowd of people smiling, laughing, sharing their love together, and yet be all alone with no one around? Do you know what it is like when the light of your life has been extinguished, and you are left in absolute and complete darkness, frightened and alone? Do you know what it is like when the one you love so deeply and dearly is so far away? Your heart cries out their name and yet there is no reply.

All you want to do is hold them in your arms, and you cannot. All you desire to do is to kiss their sweet lips, and you cannot. You long to hear their soft sweet voice as they whisper words of love to you, and you cannot. You just want them near, and they are not.

Their absence brings with it frustration and sadness. You curse God that you cannot be with the one you love, and yet you thank Him completely for bringing that person into your life, all the while knowing that no amount of dreams and hopes and prayers, can, at once, change the situation - the situation that is in the hands of the God that you curse.

So, what do you do in such times? How do you keep your wits about you? How do you maintain some semblance of normal life, when all you can do is think about is the person that you are so in love with and that you would do or give anything just to be with? You feel lost somewhere between the cruel reality of life, and the dream-like fairytale that you wish to live in, and the only salvation is to be found in the arms of your beloved and that cannot happen.

Friends cannot comfort your soul. Thoughts only make the pain in your heart worse. What do you do? You think about them - oh my God, how you think about them endlessly! You pray to God for the strength to see it through this situation, knowing that someday you will be with that person forever. But is that enough? No. Not always. Until you are in their arms, nothing really helps.

The mind is a whirlwind as your thoughts are tossed around like matchsticks in the wind. But the one thought that is all constant and eats away at the core of my soul is a simple one: "When will I hear from you again? Will I ever hear from you again?" Such silly thoughts are these. But time can cause such thoughts to occur. It is only human. I am only human.

And so, I wait. For how long? Only time and God can tell. And as I wait it seems as though the hands of the clock move in reverse instead of forward. Each second that passes seems as an eternity away from you. Time takes you further away from me instead of bringing you closer, and time is something that is beyond our control.

To be an angel and have wings that I may fly into your arms at this very second. To taste your sweet kiss and feel your warm embrace. To love you, to have the pain of needing you, vanish in your arms, as would snowflakes on a summer day. And to know that we would at last, be together for all our days. Days spent lost in sweet heavenly love, such as we have never known.

How is it that love can be so wonderful, and yet hurt so badly? Such pleasure in knowing and feeling your love for me, and such mortal pain in being apart from the one that I love so deeply, so dearly, so passionately.

There is an old saying that applies to being away from something. It goes, "Out of sight...out of mind." But, my love, every "old saying" has an opposite meaning. In this old saying it is also said, "Absence makes the heart grow fonder," and just when I think it is not possible to be more in love with you, a second ticks off the clock, and I discover that I am more in love with you than ever before.

"Do I Love You"

Beyond the shadow of a doubt,
As the mighty river flows,
As the meadow gale plays,
With the wind on summer days.

About as deep as deep can go,
From the canyons to the sky,
Like a mother as she cares,
For the baby that she bears.

Do I love you? Don't you know by now?
Do I love you? Must I show you how?
Do I love you? Do I have to say?
Do I love you? Yes in every way.

About as sacred as a hymn,
And a bible full of prayers,
From a whisper to a roar,
Very much and even more.

Let me show it with my eyes,
And I'll share it with the night,
If in death the Lord is kind,
You'll be the last thing on my mind.

Do I love you? Don't you know by now?
Do I love you, Must I show you how?
Do I love you? Do I have to say?
Do I love you? Yes in every way.

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For someone who is meant for me. Whoever you are.

Blogthings Again.

You Should Go On The Bachelorette!

You're a marriage minded girl, and only interested in serious guys. Finding your future husband takes meeting a lot of men. And you are up to the task - as long as there is a ring on your finger at the end. The Bachelorette is the perfect show for finding that lifelong match.

What Dating Show Should You Go On?

You Are Friends With Potential

There's a little spark going on here, no question about it Will this develop into a hot romance? Look to your guy friend for clues. Does he flirt with all his female friends? Or are you an exception? If he's giving you special treatment, you've won a part of his heart already.

Is He More Than a Friend?

You are a Romantic Realist

Okay, so you fall in the middle. You know that love isn't like a greeting card... Yet you can always find a greeting card to describe your feelings. You are the best of both worlds Girly yet independent, dreamy yet serious. Almost any guy can find balance with you.

Are You a Romantic or Realistic?

You Are Skinny Heel Boots

You always look great - from your styled hair to your sleek boots.

What Kind of Boots Are You?

Sunday Evening.

There comes a point in your life when you just think of something out of the ordinary. A point where you surprise yourself because you realize that deep down inside you, that "something" has actually been there for such a very long time and all you do is try to subside it, try to not think about it. You try to live a pretty normal life. You think of the usual things you think are normal. All of a sudden...you think about it. You think about that "something" you believed you had absolutely no problems with...until you realize that you do. You have a problem with it.

In 19 days, I will be turning 21. For 21 years, I could say that I have yet to meet "the one." I know, I know. There's bound to be someone who's meant to be with me and in time, I'll finally meet him and we'll live "happily ever after." So the fairy tale daydream goes.

Still, I couldn't help but think...who is "the one" for me? When will I meet him? Is it soon or do I have to wait for how many more years before I finally meet him? Is there someone I could actually say "the one"? Many questions go unanswered. For now.

Yes, I know. I'm being melodramatic. But can I help it? I'm like that.

I wish I would know. I wish I'd know who he is. He's probably out there somewhere thinking of the same thing. He's probably thinking who is "the one" for him too. He's somewhere, hoping he'd find his destiny...the same way I'm hoping I would find mine.

There's a reason why I haven't met him yet...or why I haven't realize that any guy I know now is "the one." Hm...God sure has His mysterious ways of telling you what you want and need to know. God is probably looking down on me, saying, "Margie, there are still a lot of things you have to do. There are still things that you need to realize before I let you meet him." Yeah...more or less, He's saying that.

I'm pretty sure it's already "written in the stars" to whom my heart belongs to in the end. However, I cannot deny that I am hoping that the one I'm meant to be with is the one I think is meant for me.

I said it before...I'm at a point in my life where I am starting to like someone again. I am at a point where I can open my heart for a someone I could feel a connection with. To be honest, I am starting to believe that I really like someone.

How do I know?

He's just...someone I can connect with. He can make me smile without even saying a word. We don't talk much. We seldom communicate. But...when we get the chance, he has this ability to make me feel...happy. I light up when I see him, when I talk to him, when I hear him joke around. He makes me laugh when he sings songs off-key. He's simply adorable and...there's nothing bad I can say about him.

Do I like him? Yes, I do. I like him as a very good friend.

Do I like him "like him"? I don't think I have reached that point yet. You see, I believe we're still at a point where still getting to know each other and we still have a lot more to discover about each other.

Am I in love with him? Absolutely not! I don't know him that much to be in love with him. There's still much to learn. But...I am hoping I would. Because I feel that if I do...I'd feel that happiness I am looking for.

*Sigh*

I think this is enough for one entry. I think I've poured out enough heart and soul into this blog.

Until next time, my dearest blog.

Blogthings.

Your Makeup Look Is

A Variety of Pinks Girly yet chic. You have the style to carry off this exotic look.

What's Your Signature Makeup Look?

You Are Psyche!

Eternally in search of purpose and insight. You're curious and creative with a total sense of wonder. Totally empathetic, you pick up on other's moods easily. Just be sure to pamper yourself as well!

What Goddess Are You?

What Guys Think of Your Medium Straight Hair...

Smart, optimistic, easy going. You're the thinking man's ideal woman - bright, funny, and no drama.

What Do Guys Think Of Your Hair?

You'll Find a Boyfriend Within 3 Months

Maybe you need a bit more time to get over an ex Or maybe you need a confidence boost to talk to new guys Either way, you'll find a boyfriend in time... As long as you keep getting out there and meeting new guys

When Will You Meet Your Next Boyfriend?

Your Beauty Element is Air

You're quirky, fresh, and fashionable in a surprising way. You have a beauty that's all your own, and it changes as quickly as the wind!

What's Your Beauty Element?

You Are a Feminine Beauty!

You make any guy feel like a man, simply by standing next to him You have a classic womanly appeal - and you've got a look for every occasion This doesn't mean that you can't kick back in (designer) jeans and sneakers You just prefer to be girly and sweet as often as possible

What Type of Beauty Are You?

Your Lucky Love Color is Green

When someone gets to know you, the first thing they notice is your refreshing honesty. You are real and true to who you are. Of all the colors, you are the most comfortable in your own skin. And unlike what your color might suggest, you don't have a jealous bone in your body. Your heart is open, and you give your partner a lot of freedom. Because for you, stifling someone is not love.

All About Your Lucky Love Color

Guys Like That You're Sensitive

And not in that "cry at a drop of a hat" sort of way You just get most guys - even if you're not trying to Guys find it is easy to confide in you and tell you their secrets No wonder you tend to get close quickly in relationships!

What Do Guys Like About You?

Vacation Begins.

I have been out of the picture for almost a month. Yes, that's how busy the academic life is for me. For the past month, I have slept for only 90 hours. That's about 3 hours a day. Other days, no sleep at all. I would go to school Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. I would stay at home and be in front of my computer for literally 24 hours. I thought after the thesis defense, the schedule would be less hectic. Boy, was I wrong about that! It was as hectic as ever.

Thesis revision.
CompGov paper.
IR paper.
Policy paper.

And it doesn't stop there. Apart from the papers we had to submit, we still had to endure the pain of studying for the exams. Oh the pain!!! It is just now that I am feeling the effects of what I have put my mind and body through for the past 30 days. Imagine, for every subjects, you have to study at least about 7 topics. What a headache!

Now, I'm taking every chance I can get to sleep. Yesterday, I took an afternoon nap. I slept from 3:00 to 6:00. How I wish I could always sleep in the afternoon like that. Hahaha! It feels good.

Oooh! Tomorrow, my fourth year friends are graduating. Awww...I'm sure going to miss them. To all my graduating friends, congratulations! Soon, you are all going to officially be...a BUM! Hahaha!

Sorry, I can't be there at your graduation. I have a previous engagement to attend to. Don't worry. We'll get the chance to celebrate! Ehehe...

Ate Tina. Ate Nimfa. Ate Dixie. The other Polsci graduating batch. Lei. Chesca. Ian. Ykai. Lovely. Aimee. Jay. Kits. Tasja.

I'm going to miss all of you. Good luck on your life after college!

Well, I guess I better get going. Still have to eat my breakfast. Ehehe...

Later!