Post Hiatus

I did not realize how long I've neglected this space until my friend pointed out my last entry was way back in December. It's been almost five months since the last time I blogged. I didn't even write about my new year resolutions or so called realization. One thing I always do at the start of the year. Actually, I opted not to do that this time around. During those five months that I have been silent, I was uninspired, unmotivated, crushed , in pain and it felt like a broken bone. I was stupid to let go of bonds that I've made, lose touch with my old friends, and permitted myself to feel lost. Sad but true.

Then again, that's all in the past now. It doesn't really matter how much things changed. Old year, new year. Old me, new me. Old job, new career. Perhaps the old happiness will change to new happiness. I've learned important lessons about happiness though. It will only be meaningful when shared with the ones you love. Any form it takes, it will still be considered happiness. And when you think you've lost it, you probably haven't. It's there somewhere, you've just misplaced it.

Our One Silver Lining

Like what our eldest brother has already blogged about, we have another blessing to our family. My Manong Tater and Manang Paula brought to the world a healthy bouncing baby boy. The newest addition to the clan, Paulo Nero C. Vidal! Technically, this little bundle of joy was born on the same day as my birthday here... Or maybe a day after. (different time zones makes it a little confusing) :) The rest of the family can't wait to meet the little angel...

We love you already Paulo Nero!

Ultimate Addiction

It has been months since we started playing this sport. We're addicted to it so much that it's not even funny anymore. It's a new kind of fun but at the same time it's making us competitive as hell . We started with just 3-6 players throwing and running after the frisbee whenever we can. Then word got out and more friends started showing up wanting to play with us. Now, we get together almost every night of the week. Running for 2-3 games straight, sometimes. This is bad. This is very bad. But it's too much fun that we just can't stop. Also, it's a very good workout for everybody. Making it sound like I'm trying to convince myself that I'm not addicted to it when I obviously am. :)

The bad news is, I think I'm the only one in the team who gets injured at game time. I have had scratches, skin abrasions, acute open wounds and bruises all over my body from this crazy sport. Not a pretty picture at all. It's either my joints and muscles are too sore to function normally or I'm just plain clumsy. Even the boyfriend has banned me from playing. He honestly did try to stop me, it didn't work. lol We had to come up with a compromise that I can still play as long as I wear some kind of protection. Thus, the cleats and knee pads have now been a part of my game apparel. *blush*

It's plain to see that this is our ultimate addiction for now. Sort of a new hobby for everybody. It's fun. We love it and we can't stop playing it. It's coed. And it's so much fun to actually outrun some of the boys when the game is on. haha!

=W=

We went to Houston last month for one very good reason, Weezer.

It was my first rock band concert and to say that it was cool will not do justice to the whole experience. Geek rock as they call it, alternative rock or power pop. Whatever you call it, they simply ROCK. That's how the band is for you, their songs are catchy, their rhythm is mad and they know how to work the crowd. Honestly, I began to have high praises for them because originally I heard it all from my brother. Now, that guy has been a Weezer fan since I don't know when. It was his dream to actually see them perform and to finally share that experience with him was awesome. I have to admit I knew nothing about the front acts at the concert. There were performances from Angels & Airwaves and this other band from Toronto. Tom DeLonge, former vocalist of alternative rock group Blink 182, fronted Angels & Airwaves but I hardly even recognized him because he got a little chubby. hehe.

Anyway, I first started liking Weezer when I heard their Buddy Holly song back when I was still in high school. I saw their video and I remembered thinking to myself, "These guys are freakin' cool... in a geeky kinda way." I stand corrected. Geeks they were NOT. But cool they will ALWAYS be. Tell me, when can you ever see a rock band with the lead vocals kicking around a rubber ball or jumping on a trampoline while singing on stage? I swear, only Rivers Cuomo can pull that off. He is so freakin weird, i love it! :)

Trying California

I finally had the chance to head west coast a few weeks back. Though I’ve been living in this country for quite some time now, I have never set foot on the sunny state of California. Well, except for a few layovers from here to there but we all know that doesn’t count. Originally, there were supposed to be three of us meeting up in Cali but one of our friends had to bail out because of work. It was a failed attempt to meet up but we still had to push through with the plan. We’ll all just have to book another trip to make up for the last one. Which is another reason for us to be excited about? (Right, Tiw?)

For a total of four days, I had so much fun sight seeing, dining out, shopping and simply just hanging out. All thanks to Mylene, a very good friend from way back in kindergarten. The most positive girl I have ever had the pleasure of spending sunny days with. :) Despite the fact that I got an itty bitty cold during the trip, I had an awesome time. It was a great bonding experience.

We went all over the place. From Los Angeles, Newport Harbor, Balboa Island, La Jolla and all the way to San Diego. We had tons of moments that ranged from adorably embarrassing, reasonably cute to downright funny. We hung out and did nothing but talk until we ran out of gossip to share. We drove around and got lost in streets we would’ve easily avoided if we weren’t talking as much. On a night in the city, we were classified as “cute and festive” when we were giggling and sipping on our ladies drinks. We dined out to our taste buds' delight trying out various types of cuisine. We went to Karen Krasne Extraordinary Desserts to dig in on their sinfully delicious creations that were oh so heavenly. Then when it came to the girly sport of shopping, we didn’t stop until we convinced ourselves that we’ve had enough. :D

We came up with the conclusion that the love for travel is definitely easy to discover and a tad bit too lavish to maintain. haha. Like what my friend said, “There’s no better way to enjoy life than right now... while we’re still single.” Or I should say, sort of single. :)