an2netluv

We're halfway through January and I still can't say if I've had a good start or not. Lately I've been mulling over thoughts that came as a surprise to me. Everything seems fine and dandy in the home front, and I don't really know where this anxiety is stemming from. Don't you just hate it? When you have this sinking feeling but you can't pin down the reason? Sigh. Me and my silly fears.

I've also been sick the last three days. At first I thought it was only a simple allergy that would eventually go away, but so far, it still hasn't. I've had the sniffles and a really bad sore throat. I feel like there's sand paper in my throat! I've tried medication and even gargling with water mixed with salt. So far, it's just today that the irritation has subsided.

Through it all, my worries and my sickness, Jay has been very patient and understanding towards me. I'm really lucky I have a good boyfriend who is there for me at all costs. Yesterday he brought me chicken noodle soup and Strepsils. Sweet He also listened to all my rants (tears and all) and helped me weigh my options (or simply organize my feelings). We recently celebrated our 21st month, and I know this sounds cliche but I'm so thankful ours is the kind of love that doesn't fizzle out even after knowing each other for almost ten years! I love you babs!

February's gonna be a bit busy for me and the rest of the team, there's just so much stuff going on. I hope I can blog regularly. I'll try to sort my feelings out and if all goes well, I can articulate myself better. Haha. Ooh, I know, for my next entry I shall post the list of the books I've read in 2009. ;D

See ya later, peeps!

an2netluv

It's that time of the year again, when I look back at what I've done and try to squeeze them in a survey. I've been doing this survey since 2007 (look here, here and here) and I always smile whenever I read them. My favorite part is answering which songs remind me of that year. Because it's true, once I hear a certain song I'd know from which part of my life it belongs.

2009 wasn't a very good year for me, I guess everyone went through a rough patch, what with all the things that happened. But I'm thinking positive, leaving all the bad vibes behind and welcoming 2010 with open arms! Start it right, I say. I just know good things are coming. Hello positivity!

What did you do in 2009 that you'd never done before?
- head the production of a magazine's special issue; drop from a tree

Did you keep your new years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
- never made them. But I'm making some for 2010.

Did anyone close to you give birth?
- Genacel gave birth to baby Javier!

Did anyone close to you die?
- Yes and No.

What countries did you visit?
-Hong Kong (technically, China) -- again, as always. With Jay this time!

What would you like to have in 2010 that you lacked in 2009?
-diver's license (this one still!), --this one still!

What date from 2008 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
-August 31, 2009. EGM passed away.

What was your biggest achievement of the year?
-YES! 100 Most Beautiful Stars 2009 edition.

What was your biggest failure?
-Small stuff. like keeping my place neat. hahaha --oo, ito pa rin! ;D

Did you suffer illness or injury?
-Nothing major.

What was the best thing you bought?
-If last year it was my Zara sandals, this year it was my Zara flats. Super best buy!

Whose behavior merited celebration?
-Everyone who helped after Ondoy.

Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed?
-Politicians. Those responsible for the Maguindanao massacre.

Where did most of your money go?
-bills, bills, bills. and clothes and food. --yep, same as last year.

What did you get really, really, really excited about?
-Hong Kong with Jay!

What song(s) will always remind you of 2009?
- Light Years Away, Ang Huling El Bimbo, and I'm Yours

Compared to this time last year, are you:

i.happier or sadder? -- HAPPIER!!! :D --ditto
ii. thinner or fatter? -- Fatter! --ditto. So that means I get fatter as years go by!
iii. richer or poorer? -- richer. mwahaha! show me the moneh! --ditto!

What do you wish you'd done more?
-exercise. lazy bum <----yep eto pa rin <---- yep, 3rd year in a row --4th time's the charm

What do you wish you'd done less of?
-eat. and buy impusively <----- uh huh <---- ditto  --yep, plus play online games!

How many one-night stands?
- zilch.

What was your favorite TV program?
-One Tree Hill, Gossip Girl, CSI, CSI: NY, CSI Miami, Project Runway, Grey's Anatomy, 90210, Melrose Place, Top Chef, NCIS

Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?
-Nope

What was the best book you read?
- Sputnik Sweetheart.

What was your greatest musical discovery?
-She & Him!!! I want to be Zooey Deschanel for a day!

What did you want and get?
- My iPhone.

What was your favorite film of this year?
- 500 Days of Summer and The September Issue. UP, even if Jay and I have yet to finish watching it hehe.

What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
-22, dinner with Jay at Cafe Provencal.

What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
-Beach beach beach.

How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2009?
-Jeans are my best friend. And flats.

What kept you sane?
-Music, writing, books, downloads. --this still. and Jay

Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
-Zooey Deschanel.

What political issue stirred you the most?
-Maguindanao Massacre.

Who did you miss?
-Always, my dad.

Who was the best new person you met?
-Hmm Arvee? ;D The Beauty special photographers.

Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2009:
- You don't have to be on everybody's good side, especially if it involves something you genuinely believe in.

What was the nicest thing someone told you about yourself:
-"You give time for your friends, all your friends." [I'm looking at you Patrick dear! ]

The most touching experience you've had this year?
-I'll keep that to myself.

What did you like most about yourself this year?
- I stuck to my responsibilities.

What did you hate most about yourself this year?
-Procrastinating like crazy. --this one still!

Quote a song lyric that sums up your year:
- "Breakin down and coming undone, it's a roller coaster kinda rush."

Was 2009 a good year for you?
- Not so much.

What was your favorite moment of the year?
- The Final Set, Hong Kong with Jay. And when I almost choked from laughing (while drinking) because of Jay's antics. :D

What was your least favorite moment of the year?
-getting up in the morning

Where were you when 2009 began?
- At home, inhaling smoke and jumping like a jellybean

Who were you with?
-family toothpaste.

Where will you be when 2009 ends?
-at home

Who will you be with when 2009 ends?
-family toothpaste

Do you have a new years resolution for 2010?
- Not really resolutions. More like goals.

What was your favorite month of 2009?
-June.

Did you lose anybody close to you in 2009?
-yes and no

Did you miss anybody in the past year?
-my dad nga. kulet.

What was your favorite record from 2009?
-500 Days soundtrack, Katy Perry's One of the Boys, MJ hits, Taylor Swift's Fearless

How many concerts did you see in 2009?
- Three, I think. UP Fair, The Final Set, and the INC anniversary presentation. Hehe.

Did you drink a lot of alchohol in 2009?
- Hmmm...yes, for my standards.

Do a lot of drugs in 2009?
- haven't done drugs ever

You do anything you are ashamed of this year?
-No.

How much money did you spend in 2009?
- A LOT.

What was your proudest moment of 2009?
- Beauty Special launch. When I was told it was doing well in sales.

What was your most embarrassing moment of 2009?
- Hmmm. Wala naman. Errata?

If you could go back in time to any moment of 2009 and change something, what would it be?
- None.

What are your plans for 2010?
- take better care of myself. exercise, eat healthy, sleep early, the works! Oh, and read more books!

How are you different now that the year has ended?
- More thankful and appreciative of the things and the people in my life.

What are your wishes for the new year?
- For my sliding door to be fixed so I can have people over!!!

 
HAPPY HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!