antukeeen files

because this blog needs some updatin' :)

2011-08-22T22:42:00.003+08:00

Look what I had for dinner. Very healthy, right? *sarcasm* I had Chicken Burger and Mashed Potato from KFC+Jasmine Tea Sangria from Tea.ology. BTW, I loved that flavor so much, I think I'll be ordering it more often, hihi. :) Lately, I've been very much addicted with Milk Tea. Yes, I have already joined the bandwagon. Well, who wouldn't love tea? It's much cheaper than a frappe or a venti from a nearby coffee shop plus it's way healthier. :D I'll make a separate post for my tea addiction next time, since I'm too tamad. (feeling food blog itetch, bakit ba, walang basagan ng trip!)

Anyway, it's raining cats and dogs tonight. Gaah, nakakaBV naman kasi kung magcocommute na naman bukas ng umaga tapos ganto kalakas ang ulan.

Panibagong araw sa opisina bukas. Ano na naman kayang kagaguhan ang mga mangyayari bukas? HAHA :))))

Indeed, the best 10 years.

2011-07-17T21:50:00.001+08:00

Thank you Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and the rest of the HP cast for bringing our favorite characters into life. You've all done a great job. <3

Jo Rowling, you are a genius. Harry Potter is, without a doubt, the best thing that's ever happened to this generation. You are a hero. Thank you.

I'm proud to say that I have stuck with Harry and the rest of the gang until the end. Without a doubt, the best ten years of my life. And this will remain etched in heart... until forever :)

*gif credits to unforecastedstorm, shelbert12, killandthrills via tumblr

Book Talk :)

2011-07-11T23:02:00.007+08:00

I miss reading. Yes, once upon a time, I was a bookworm. I used to save money just so I could add another book into my growing collection. During my pre-teen years, I fell in love with The BabySitters Club Series, Sweet Valley High Series, and the Nancy Drew series. Highschool came and I went gaga over the Princess Diaries series, Charmed series (yes! there were books based on the famous TV series.), the phenomenal Harry Potter series (which became a big part of my life, mind you) and Dan Brown's thriller novels (I loved Digital Fortress the most, followed closely by Angels and Demons). I remember setting aside my love for books during my college years due to my busy schedule what with all my org duties and acad stuff. However, I stumbled upon Stephenie Meyer's infamous Twilight series, which I read (and bought -- ALL 4 OF THEM) by the way (que horror! I stopped halfway through New Moon because (1) I can't stand Bella and (2) I just can't stand the plot anymore.) After that forgettable stint with Twilight (sorry Twilight fans, I just had to write that), I took a hiatus with reading. It's just that, I can't seem to bring back my old bookworm self. I can't seem to find solace in books (at least for a short time). :))

2011 came and I've been a part of the workforce for almost a year already. I have had the luxury of time for quite sometime now, and I thought why not rekindle my love for books? :) I started little by little - first, with Time Traveller's Wife (which made me bawl like a child. Love knows no time.), then Eat Pray Love (I loved the Italy part but the India and Indonesia parts became dragging so yeah.), next came Popped (I liked the story.. during the first part, but things went overboard for the next half, I swear what the author wrote in there were a tad to impossible to happen for mere fangirls like me, deym), then Table for Two (which I didn't like that much. Sorry.), No Strings Attached (which I loved. Just the right amount of kiligness. Ugh, when will I find my own Dante to my Carla? hihi) and lastly Dan Brown's latest thriller The Lost Symbol (which I have just finished, and boy, the twist was unbelievable!).
Since I've still got 6 months left for 2011, I'm planning to read (and invest!) on more books. Here are some titles which have caught my attention (and would soon be a part of my growing collection!):

The Perks of being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

This will soon be gracing the silver screen top-billed by Emma Watson and Logan Lerman. Before that happens, I have got to read this book first since they say it's a great read. [as of this writing, I'm already on page 81 of the book, and so far, I'm loving it!)
Synopsis: Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it, Charlie is navigating through the strange worlds of love, drugs, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show", and dealing with the loss of a good friend and his favorite aunt.

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

This book has been on the must-read lists of almost every bookworm out there, and I gotta find out all the fuss about it. They say it's one hell of a book and I can't wait to have it in my hands...soon (hopefully).
Synopsis: In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

I've been gaining interest in mystery/action packed novels lately and this book perfectly fits that genre.
Synopsis: A spellbinding amalgam of murder mystery, family saga, love story, and financial intrigue.
It’s about the disappearance forty years ago of Harriet Vanger, a young scion of one of the wealthiest families in Sweden . . . and about her octogenarian uncle, determined to know the truth about what he believes was her murder.

Something Borrowed by Emily Giffin

Once in a while, we need a chiclit novel. I certainly would want to read this book because of its controversial plot. It's a story of love, friendship and betrayal. People have mixed reviews over this piece, so I guess that's where the challenge lies: finishing (and hopefully) appreciating this book.
Synopsis: Rachel White is the consummate good girl. A hard-working attorney at a large Manhattan law firm and a diligent maid of honor to her charmed best friend Darcy, Rachel has always played by all the rules. Since grade school, she has watched Darcy shine, quietly accepting the sidekick role in their lopsided friendship. But that suddenly changes the night of her thirtieth birthday when Rachel finally confesses her feelings to Darcy's fiance, and is both horrified and thrilled to discover that he feels the same way.

Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher

I remember stumbling upon this book in Fully Booked, and since then, I've always checked this book out (wait, that did not sound right! haha). The synopsis at the back got me. It has that 'Lovely Bones' feel and as far as I know, people have nothing but praises for Asher's debut novel. It's intrigued me too much that I have to have a copy of this. :)
Synopsis: Clay Jensen returns home from school to find a mysterious box with his name on it lying on his porch. Inside he discovers several cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker--his classmate and crush--who committed suicide two weeks earlier. On tape, Hannah explains that there are thirteen reasons why she decided to end her life. Clay is one of them. If he listens, he'll find out how he made the list. Through Hannah and Clay's dual narratives, debut author Jay Asher weaves an intricate and heartrending story of confusion and desperation that will deeply affect teen readers.

Those are just 5 of the books which I hope I would own before 2011 ends :) How about you, what are your picks? :D

Ako na ang hindi makamove-on.

2011-06-17T22:40:00.002+08:00

Pero nakakatampo lang talaga eh.

Start of something new.

2011-06-12T20:53:00.000+08:00

No, this isn't about High School Musical, thank you very much. I've been busy tweaking this blogspot for weeks now, and though the design is still not much, I am quite satisfied. Well, here goes my attempt in rekindling my love for blogging. Wish me luck!

Expect more (proper) posts in the coming days. I'm actually quite excited and I do hope I get to maintain this blog from now on.

Here's to a new chapter in my blogging life. Cheers!

college.

2010-05-01T19:45:00.005+08:00

I've been meaning to write in this blog for quite sometime now but I never really got the inspiration to do so. Anyway, what have I been up to these past few days? Bumming around as always since it's summer, what do you expect me to do?

Oh before I forget, I have already finished college. Yes, 4 years of non-stop academic and org-related stress and I have now reaped the fruits of my labor. Now, I have to give back to the institution that has moulded me into this person I am today. Isang karangalan ang maging Iskolar ng/para sa Bayan. Salamat sa pagiging parte ng buhay ko. Salamat sa paghulma sa aking pagkatao ngayon. Apat na taon mo akong pinatira sa iyong puder, ngayon, ikaw naman ang paglilingkuran ko. :)

Receiving the 'diploma' and my Dean's Medal with my parents

The people who have been a BIG part of my college life...ILY :)

The graduate with Mom and Lil Bro. I will miss the naked man fo'sho.

Now, although I am [still] unemployed, I believe that somewhere out there lies the perfect job for me. I'm patiently waiting. I'm not hurrying myself up. :)

How bout you, what's been up with you these days?

Of goodbyes and new beginnings.

2010-02-27T17:34:00.002+08:00

UP CAP has been one of the main reasons why AY 09-10 has been a blast. It is through this organization where I've realized a lot of things. It is through CAP that I have proven to myself that I can do things I am not capable of before. It is through CAP where I've met some of the most talented, admirable and amazing people. I'm thankful that I've been part of this awesome org.

***

We seniors only have like, 4 weeks left. OMG. I cannot believe it. The future scares me. :|

***

Thinking of it, I have 4 weeks left as well as an Ecosocer. My first ever organization. I don't wanna say goodbye just yet. We have Seniors' Send-Off for that.

I can't believe college life will come to a close in a matter of weeks. Godbless us all.

It makes me wonder.

2010-02-04T00:12:00.002+08:00

..when the time will come that someone sweeps me off my feet. I'm 20 turning 21 this year, and I haven't found that 'one person' who'll make my heart skip a beat and my stomach flutter. Maybe in time. Just maybe.

Yak too much emo.

Yeah, don't you get me? T_T

HAHAHA! =)) I'm sabaw like that!

Am I drifting from you?

2010-01-30T00:41:00.003+08:00

Is it really my fault that I do not get to hang out with you guys unlike before? It just saddens me that everytime you have plans of going somewhere (whether it be watching a movie or eating out), there would be a certain event in which I have to attend to. Is it my fault that I have a lot of things to attend to? I miss you guys and I'm making an effort to reach out to you. But why do I feel as if I'm drifting away from you? :(

Counting Down the Days.

2010-01-27T02:12:00.002+08:00

First off, I will pass 141. Yes yes, I will. I know God will help me.

It makes me sad that we only have less than 3 months in the University. I'm gonna miss everything about college. I can seriously say that College pawned High school bigtime. But let's put drama aside first. I have got a lot of things to accomplish.

Anyway, I have an exam and I'm still here typing away. Toodles.

넌 나의 노래

2010-01-21T22:25:00.003+08:00

You're My Melody. <3

This TVXQ song is certainly one of their best. I honestly think TVXQ is the most talented Kpop Groupppp :)
***
Anyway, these past few days, I've been preoccupied with a lot of things. In fact, there came a time when I just broke down and cried. I felt so helpless - thinking that I had to juggle org work and academics all at once. That's life.
***
Super Junior Live in Manila on April 10, 2010. Shelling out 8.5K just to see 13 (less 3) = 10 (plus 2) = 12 guys perform on stage? Will it be worth it? Still deciding.
***
Just a thought:
If you do not like my kpop addiction [or my kpop favorite artists], would it do any good if you bash it/them in front of me? We have our own preferences. Respect is the key, okay? Mehn, I get tired of hearing comments that SHINee is crap, kpop is jologs and all those shiz. C'mon, just respect. Just my two cents. -.-
***
I stop here. Until my next post.

2009.

2009-12-30T16:44:00.001+08:00

This year, I know I totally rocked.

Hopefully, 2010 would still be better.

Will be doing year-end posts soon :) Woohoooo! <3 <3

weird indeed.

2009-12-04T19:23:00.003+08:00

Today has got to be the weirdest Friday ever. I don't know, there's just something wrong. Maybe it's the fact that it's a friday night and I'm here at home, doing nothing. Maybe it's the fact that two of my friends are going to watch Sweeney Todd: The Musical tomorrow without even bothering to invite me. Maybe it's the fact that my friends were off to do their own things today. Maybe it's the fact that I'm stuck here at home, surfing the net while all other people were outside, having fun perhaps.

Maybe, just maybe, it's that the fact that YOU didn't even bother talking to me last night. Sana man lang may effort diba? Ako na nga yung nagrreachout pero wala. O sige, edi ganun na lang lagi. Yes, we're going down down down.

Sad but true. I hope tomorrow would be a BETTER DAY.

just maybe.

2009-11-30T02:05:00.007+08:00

A day with highschool friends = awesome! :)

You see, instances like these have a special place in my heart since we only get to see each other rarely. Pat, one of my good highschool friends was throwing his (advanced) birthday dinner and I was invited. Though I was a bit disappointed that only a few people came, I still had fun talking with them non-stop :) High school may be too distant now, but I guess having memories with people like these are far more important. :)

Also today, I realized a lot of things over a cup of coffee. Had Starbucks with Yvonne and Aira and we talked about the fact that we're graduating soon. We talked about how distant high school is now and how things have changed over the course of time. I've realized that I feel the same way as them: that college is far better since we get more freedom and the friendships we built are stronger. I guess, college just brought out the best in us. BUT, High school is high school. The memories we had there can never be replaced. The friendships we have established shall remain etched in our hearts.

[for that one person]: I get sad at times that we don't get to see each other that often. We don't get to talk that much. Maybe, that's just how fate is. People come and go but the ones that matter shall stay whatever happens. So I guess, it's time to move on even if it hurts. It's time to let go of people who aren't sure whether they want you in their lives or not. Some people just need to be erased, as if they have never existed. This may be hard but that's just how it goes. I can't stop time just so I can chase you. Let me get back the time I wasted in waiting for you. I'm sorry but I think I have to stop this insanity now. It's just too wrong.

And all these I realized over a cup of Starbucks. Thanks friends for enlightening me. Highschool, i miss you so much.

drama.

2009-11-25T00:22:00.003+08:00

Kailan kaya darating yung panahon na kikiligin ako hindi dahil mahilig akong tumitig sa pictures ng SHINee o Super Junior sa harap ng laptop ko? Kailan kaya darating yung panahon na kikiligin ako kasi may nagtext sakin ng sobrang cheesy na "I Love You" o di kaya naman ay mag naghihintay sakin sa labas para sunduin ako sa sunod naming lakad?

HAHAHA.

Anong kadramahan ito, aber?

Ewan ko din :)

yaaaaaaay!

2009-11-19T21:42:00.003+08:00

WARNING: KPOP POST AHEAD.

Dubu Onew is BAAAACK! :) Woohoo! I MISSED YOU ONEW! Damn that swine flu! Gaaah!Now, SHINee will be performing again with 5 members, finally! After soooo long! YEHEEEEY! I'm excited for Music Core on Saturday! Woohoo can't wait. I fucking missed you onew~~

<3>

we broke the curse.

2009-11-14T00:32:00.003+08:00

November 13th. Friday. People would often call it "Friday the 13th". They say it brings bad luck. But today, we actually broke the curse. :)

My day started with me listening and taking notes (weh?) for my Physics 10 class. I then spent lunch with my good friends Kim and Paks :) Benta moments yet again. At about 1pm, I was off to Math Building with another good friend, Gel for our Math2 class. Math 2 wasn't so bad after all, I guess. Computing for BMI is the bomb. <3

At 2:30, I had nothing better to do so I sought for Paks and Gene and we bonded while sitting near SE101. Non-stop talk and laughter = LOVE. We waited for Ria and Munik until 4. They were dismissed from class at around 3:45. We talked and talked again though I was feeling a bit sick *sniff sniff*. Aaaaand after an hour, Kim decided to join us (with matching papilit effect).

We were supposed to go to SM North however, no cab would allow us five to ride. Gaaah. After around 30 minutes, we decided to just go to Technohub. Talk about random. We ate dinner at Mister Kabab. Then, off we were to TIMEZONE for VIDEOKEEEE!

I freakin missed videoke-ing with awesome friends. And today, we were lucky enough to have had a spot at timezone to fulfill our much needed videoke fix. Thanks my lovely friends. You know how much I love you. :) We broke the curse, kudos to us! :)

Let's do this again. Soon. With CJ and Ria na dapat. :) Yeheeeey. Till then. <3

what tomorrow may bring.

2009-11-09T20:44:00.003+08:00

I guess I'm just afraid. Or just not ready yet.

Tomorrow signals the beginning of the end. Tomorrow, I would go to school thinking "Hey, this is start of my last semester in UP. Can you actually believe that?" Oh. My. Gosh. Now I'm nervous. Now I'm getting first day jitters yet again. Tomorrow, I promise myself that I'll make the most out of my last days in UP.

Yes, cheers to 2nd semester. I shall rock you, big time! <3

such a sad song.

2009-11-06T01:42:00.002+08:00

I'm listening to Elliot Yammin's song "Can't Keep On Loving You". This song hurts my heart. My gawd. Why oh why? HAHA :))

'Cause I can't keep on, feeling the way I do
I can't keep on, hiding my heart from you
I gotta say something before someone else comes through
I can't keep on loving you from a distance

Kanino ba dedicated to? Hindi ko rin alam eh.

US Baybeh.

2009-11-03T21:56:00.003+08:00

No, I'm not leaving :)

A while ago, I was browsing facebook when I stumbled on one of my batchmate's status. She said she was waiting for her grade in one of her law subjects. It suddenly occured to me that I was still waiting for one of my subjects - Socio. I was expecting a grade not higher than 2 because (1) I didn't put much effort in this subject and (2)My attendance was crap. There are times when I'd arrive at around 9:20 when in fact, my class starts at 8:30. What kind of student does that? Haha. Anyway, I logged on my CRS account and checked my grades.

'Lo and behold, I got a freakin' 1.75. Much higher than what I expected. Can you imagine my happiness? Abot tenga ngiti ko.

I can't actually believe it. Freakin University Scholar Baybeh! This is my first time so forgive me for being too happy. :)

Another sem is coming, and all I'm hoping for is just the BEST :)

i'm back.

2009-11-01T00:34:00.000+08:00

Yes. And I think I'll be back for good. I'm still keeping my tumblr but, I'll also be maintaining this one.

It took me a while before I can finish fixing this blog. I had a hard time choosing what skin to use. I settled for this one since it's simple and clean. I needed to fix my profile too, as well as my links.

Anyhow, here's the partial result. I'm still tweaking this site so bear with it. Watch out for antukeeen's rants and thoughts about anything and everything under the sun (with a bit biasedness on Kpop :P)

:D It feels good to be back. for good, hopefully.

2nd semester.

2008-11-10T21:13:00.000+08:00

I have just one favor from you - oh make that two :)

Please make me a CS (or a US) at the end of this semester.

and,

Allow me to have fun with friends and Ecosoc at the same time :D

:) cheers for 2nd sem! Let's do this! :)

sembreak, please don't end just yet :))

2008-11-02T23:27:00.000+08:00

I'm that desperate! :) I don't wanna go back to school yet. I don't wanna go back to studying for exams and having sleepless nights. I just wanna bum all day, doing nothing but surf the internet, watch movies and read magazines. :) SEMBREAK i will miss you. Please let it be Christmas break real soon. :D
***
The enrollment process in UPD is oh so confusing! The hell! I mean, they've changed the procedure yet again! tsk, screw Batch runs! They just let you hope for something which in the end won't be given to you. heck! i hate that! I wish that the procedure would be just like that one last semester. :) HAHA.
***
I've been watching a lot of movies this sembreak. I have catched up with some of the most-talked about Filipino movies :) I've already seen My Big Love and the box office hit A Very Special Love. FINALLY! Both are really good movies :) I love them both - these made me cry. awwww. I am such a sucker for films like those :))
***
I am too excited for GG's episode 9! waaaah. I hope there's an ep9 already tomorrow :) pleaseeee.
***
I missed using blogspot! i swear :) brings back the old times. Before multiply, there was blogger where I wrote all my rants and my sentiments. It's about time I revive this :) and watch out for a new layout, to be designed by my oh-so talented sister Andrea :D woohoo! I'm excited!

anywayyyy, toodles for now! :)

new blog.

2008-10-30T03:00:00.000+08:00

new blog. will fix this as soon as possible :) i missed using blogger.

i promise to update this. SOON.