First time to Fly

The moment I saw it standing there, I knew that it was my time to do it. It's now or never.

It was calling me. It was pulling me towards its direction. I was hypnotized.

The whole time I was there I kept thinking about it. The people surrounding me all looked blurry. What was clear was the sight of it. It had a glow, a halo, an aura.

My instinct tells me to jump at it but my EQ tells me to wait for the right moment.

The perfect time came! No one and nothing really mattered.

I struggled but it was only at the beginning. After that, I felt like a kid again. I didn't want to stop. I was laughing with friends that I almost peed in my pants. We were jumping so high that we looked like those acrobats from one of those las vegas shows. Though it was dark, it didn't stop me from jumping until I felt sick. It was my first time to do it and it was a blast!

I want my own trampoline!!!

Song of the Week #16

The Song of the Week is by The Jackson Five entitled ABC. I just felt like listening to some old school MJ. Everybody loved his high-pitched squeeky voice back then. Actually, I wanted to post their song I Want You Back but it's unavailable in imeem. Anyway, I hope you guys like this song.

Happy Monday everyone!

Gas Station Scene

Gasoline Boy: Hi ma'am. V-Power full tank?

Big Eyed Gal: (smiling) Tse! Ang mahal kaya ng gas ngayon. Full tank ka dyan. Give me 300. (smile ulit) Bwahaha!

My gas abelgas!!! What's happening?! Mas mura pa ang isang dolyar kesa sa isang litrong gasolina! My golly! I might have to fix my mountain bike because at this rate, people might not be able to buy gas anymore. On the other hand, I'd be able to lose some weight. LOL!

I need an upgrade

They say that there are a lot of reasons why we sometimes just can't really remember everything that needs to be remembered. Like I have been feeding my brain with all these new information from all our lectures yet when I try to recap these info, I go blank. Some say it's because of drinking too much alcohol or not getting enough sleep, etc. True, but I blame old age. I may not be senile but my memory isn't as sharp as it used to be. If only our brains were like computers and we could upgrade our ram so we could absorb more information. If this was the case then I'd be able to ace every exam without really exerting too much effort. If only it were that easy.

Sweet 15

Whenever I'd get invited to my younger cousins' 18th birthday celebration or what we call here as their debut party, memories of my friends' debut party started rushing back in my mind. I am reminded of the days when we were in our ball gowns dancing with our partners and saying our birthday wishes to the debutant. Despite the happy memories, I can't help but realize that I am really getting old because my once cute baby cousins are now all grown up and are already adults. I am however, excited to attend my second cousin's 15th birthday that she will be celebrating this October. She said that the Quinceanera invitations for me and my family were already mailed. This would be my first time to attend this kind of party so I am obviously psyched. I don't care if majority of the guests are half my age. Can't wait to party!

Ma'am, yes, ma'am!

Have you ever had a teacher before that just scared the living crap out of you? Whenever he or she would enter the classroom the butterflies in your stomach would also have butterflies in their tummies as well. It was either because you'd always have a graded recitation or your teacher is the kind that was really strict and just wants everything done her way. Last week was deja vu for this kind of situation.

We had our lecture in Ethics and because our teacher was "old school", everyone was very attentive and was taking down notes (well... some pretended). She wanted our undivided attention.

The lecture was for four days and here are a few "highlights" of the lecture.

Scene #1:
Lecturer: Class, why are there empty seats here on the 4th row? This is a waste of resources! I want someone from the back row to transfer here right now!
(People at the back row were staring at each other. Walang gustong pumunta sa harap! Bwahahaha!)

Scene #2:
Lecturer: Blah, blah, blah, rhetorical question... blah, blah???
(The class remained silent)
Lecturer: Class, I am asking you a question and I want you to answer with a "yes" or "no". I want a discussion here so I want you to answer! Don't make me repeat the question again!
(Nagulat kami dahil kahit mukhang rhetorical question eh gusto nyang sumagot kami. It really wasn't a discussion, it sounded more like a court trial. LOL!)

Scene #3 (happened right after Scene #2):
Lecturer: So do you think class....
Eager classmate: "Yes!"
Lecturer: Wala pang tanong class, di pa ako tapos...

>> Bwahahahaha!!! Natakot na di maka-sagot si classmate. Nauna pa tuloy sumagot bago makatanong si ma'am. LOL!

Scene #4 (happened on our exam day and we were all holding our test papers):
Lecturer: Ok class, you have a copy of your test paper?
Class: Yes!
Lecturer: Ok, write your name on the upper left portion of your test paper.
(One of our classmates seated on the 2nd row already wrote his name after getting the test paper)
So sir, you won't be doing that anymore because you were already writing your name there a while ago, did you not? Eh pano kung sabihin kong wag ilagay ang pangalan nyo ? Pano ka na?
(We were all laughing. Ang kulit kasi ni ma'am!)

>> Pano nga naman kung di ipasulat ang name namin?! Bwahahaha!

Despite the military-type of ambience in the classroom, we had fun, we were never bored, walang time antukin dahil scary siya (LOL)and most importantly we learned a lot. :-)

Peek-a-Boo!

I see you!!!! I'm still alive. My hands are still functional. Ergo, I can still blog.

Last week and the week before that was so hectic. I feel dizzy just by thinking about it. I had so many things on my mind that it felt like it was gonna explode. So many things to do but there was so little time. I'm glad I was able to handle it. There was however a time last week that my brain just froze from all the thinking that I've been doing. Mahirap talaga pag di lagi ginagamit ang utak. Bwahahahaha!

So anyway, I am hoping that I can get back to my blogging self. How's everybody? I missed visiting everybody's blog. Will get on it soon.

Song of the Week #15

Better late than never. I've been pretty busy (as always!) so it's only now that I've posted and changed my Song of the Week.

This song of the week is another happy song for me. I'm pretty sure you'll all have this as your LSS (Last Song Syndrome) once you listen to it. LOL! The title is The Lion Sleeps Tonight by the Tokens. I'm not sure if they're the original though. Funny story, the whole time I thought the title was Awimoweh! Bwahahaha! Anyway, I hope you guys like it. I know I do. I just can't help but hum with the song with a little shoulder action. Hehe!

Happy Monday everyone! :-)

Be careful what you WISH for

I look back at myself nine years ago and I just can't help but laugh. You see, not so long ago, before I graduated in college, I've always wanted and dreamed of moving out and having my own apartment. Friends and Melrose Place were my inspiration. Like any other "typical" fresh graduate, I wanted to explore the world. I wanted to have fun! I wanted to experience being independent. Unfortunately, due to certain circumstances, that dream of mine never became a reality. I had fun. I explored. I became independent in some ways but I was still living with my parents.


Now it's the other way around. I don't want to live on my own. I want my parents to stay. I will miss them terribly but I now that soon we will be reunited. I just have to be patient and keep my self busy so I won't get sad all the time.

I'm thankful Aris is here with me. Otherwise, I might go crazy. Yes, this,*pointing towards myself* is still normal. LOL!

Mommy and Daddy, I'll see you in December. Mami-miss nyo ako promise! ;-)

What's Up with Big Eyed Gal?!

My apologies for not being able to:

... update my blog regularly for the past week or so
... bloghop to all my blogging buddies
... do all the tags

I am just preoccupied with:

... school (as usual) ... exams popping everywhere!
... my parents' move (probably also one of the reasons why I'm feeling sluggish these days)


I'll be on my old blogging self (hopefully) by next week. Stay tuned everyone! :-)

Song of the Week #14

The first time I remember hearing this song (that I can recall) is in the movie Finding Nemo. I've always liked this song ever since because of it's playful melody. I feel happy whenever I hear this song which is good because in a couple of days, my life would change drastically as the two people whom I have never been apart from for a very long time will leave me. I know I would be seeing them again in a few months time but it will not be the same. They will be thousands of miles away from here and I will truly miss them. The song's title is Beyond the Sea performed by Robbie Williams. Fitting title don't you think?

Smelly Car

There are certain scents that I just love taking a whiff of. There's my favorite perfumes and body wash but there's also the smell of fresh laundry, pancakes and coffee to name a few. What I can't stand is the smell of stinky socks inside the car. Ick! No, I do not leave old smelly socks inside the car. It usually happens when it's the rainy season and you leave the car floor mat wet overnight. Portable dehumidifiers are I think one of the solutions to this smelly problem. Another is to take out the wet floor mat once you get home and clean it. It would also prevent molds from forming and thus reducing the smelly aftermath. So now that you know, you could prevent your car from smelling like a rat died in it.

Old School is Cool

Once again, I am cramming. The gift that I was supposed to buy for my dad on Father's day was sold out. So I was like a crazy woman in the mall yesterday trying to find the perfect father's day gift. Then I came across this store with super cool vintage goodies that were given a modern twist. I saw this really old phonograph which turns out to be an mp3 player speaker. How cool is that! There's also this vintage-looking radio. I thought it was also a speaker but it's a working radio. I was about to take it when I saw these new pocket watches that they've just put on the shelves. I knew then that it would be perfect for my dad. I'll be giving it to him later. Hope he likes it.

Trager and Tomas

Yesterday was a special day for me and Aris. To our friends, you know what I mean. I simply cannot include any other info about it except that it was great, our stomachs were full and we are all happy and content with the decisions we've made. Below are some pictures that we took. No arguments, no hassles, no confusion. Whew! Both Aris and I were unfamiliar on how to start the conversation but it ended up pretty ok. The date and venue was settled. All we have to do now is take care of the minor details and we're set for December! I'm guessing you already know what this is about. LOL!











I am feeling a whole bunch of emotions. Majority is happiness but I cannot deny that I am feeling a tad anxious, a little bit of stress but I am also super duper excited because this means traveling again! Weee!!! To my friends who will be there in December, I'll see you soon! Em, sorry to put you on the spot but if ever you're going (crossing my fingers and toes!), I need your expertise. You know what I mean. :-)

I Hope You're Listening

Has anyone seen the movie of Jennifer Aniston and Ben Stiller, Along Came Polly? I love that movie. I remembered this movie because there was this one scene where Jennifer Aniston was looking for her keys using a key tracker given by Ben Stiller. Big things like cars can also be tracked using of course, vehicle tracking. There's also for people and even for a couple of pets and other animals. I just wish they'd make more tracking devices for other objects such as earrings and pens because I always lose my earrings only to find out that it's in my other drawer with my other accessories. For my pen though, it's a different story. I often lose my pen especially when I change my handbag. I can't really replace that pen because it has been with me since I was in college. So for those who invents these tracking devices, I hope you make one for earrings and pens.

I am NOT!

I am not Toni Gonzaga, Angel Locsin nor Billy Joe. Di ako balimbing! Proud Kapuso ako! Always have and always will. I think this month has been the longest time that the TV has stayed for more than 10 minutes on the Kapamilya network. Pero sadyang kinikilig ako sa palabas na My Girl ng ABS. I love you papa Gerald. Hahahaha! Wala lang... Gusto ko lang i-share. Oo na... traydor na kung traydor. LOL!

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

It was raining this afternoon and I feel a cool breeze blowing through my window which only means more rain. I think it is safe to say that summer is slowly coming to an end and the rainy days are creeping in. I hate the rainy season. Lucky for those at the other side of the planet, summer is just beginning and trips to the beach, Outer Banks and even camping trips are already being planned. I wish I could extend summer and still have time to go to these summer spots. Unfortunately, I can't and all I can do now is to bring out those rain gear.

It's not that Easy

I am a bit delayed in watching America's Next Top Model so I decided to catch up by watching back episodes. I noticed that one of the hardest outfits to model is women's lingerie. The contestants sometimes underestimate this challenge and so most of the time they end up having pictures that would appeal more to men's magazine than in high fashion magazines. It's difficult to be coached into looking high fashion and gorgeous but not look like a pin up model. If I were a model, I would totally get confused and would end up looking either like a timid woman or a vamp. I now have a different respect for lingerie models. They make it look so easy.

Mangga, Mangga, Mangga!!!

This is one of my favorite local commercials. It's a mango juice commercial from Oishi. I just can't help but repeat the jingle after seeing the commercial. It's such a short TV ad but the jingle (if that is what it is) is really catchy! Hahaha! They also have a different one for their melon juice but the mango version is better. I'm glad they have it in youtube.

Ok now... repeat after me: "Mangga!" (x 12) LOL!!!

What a Coincidence

I know I just turned 30 the other day but do I really need to see e-mails about term life insurance and senior's life insurance in my inbox? There were a couple of e-mails suggesting certain interest rates for my age group. And what do they mean by that? Is there anyone out there playing a joke on me? I think I'm being paranoid and obviously still in denial about my age. Or maybe it's a sign or something. It's probably telling me to think more about my future and not just live in the present. I know I have been pretty reckless in my college years but it wasn't that bad. Hmmm...

Sorry Sundae

I feel bad for my dog, Sundae. Before school started, we were inseparable. She would sleep in my room and we would play almost the whole day. Now that I'm back to school, I am busier than usual with assignments and exams. I seldom have time to groom her and most importantly, play with her. So what I do is buy her different kinds of chew toys whenever I buy dog supplies. I know it's not the same but at least she's preoccupied and would not get bored and start acting up. I promise I'll make it up and will give my undivided attention to her once exam week is over.

The Cubicle

Yesterday, my mom and I just had a facial. I was all relaxed and rejuvenated. Since the a/c in the dermatologist's clinic was set to low, both my mom and I were feeling really cold and decided to go to the restroom to do #1. After doing my thing, I was about to go out of the cubicle when this mommy-ish woman who was waiting outside started going in the cubicle when I haven't really left the place. We were both stuck at the door (partly because of my big handbag too) and she wouldn't budge. I told her: "Sandali lang. Di pa nga ako nakakalabas, pumapasok ka na?" She dismissed what I said and proceeded to push me away from the door. I can feel the nerves on my neck pulsating like crazy and I just wanted to smack her. Pero may paggalang pa ako sa matanda. But then she said while she was in the cubicle,: "Inapakan mo pa tong bowl!" Grrr! I wanted to climb up the cubicle door and have a word with her! I then retorted: "Sorry pero di ako tumatayo sa bowl. Di lang ako ang gumamit nyan noh!" Kainis!!!

My mom had no idea what was happening because she was still using the toilet. When the woman came out, she saw me but she kept her distance and she wasn't looking at my direction. I was combing my hair and was near the door. She didn't even dare go out first. Now don't judge me as being hot-headed. I would've let it pass if only she apologized. Clearly she didn't and even blurted out that I stepped on the toilet bowl. I just don't get it why some people are like this. Sila na nga ang mali, sila pa ang nagmamaganda! Eh di hamak na mas maganda ako dahil kaka-facial ko lang. Bwahahaha! Kidding! My happy and relaxed mood was disrupted by this lady. It's a good thing I was able to revert back to my happy place after buying a new pair of shoes. LOL!

What would you do when this happens to you?!

These are a few of my Favorite Things

I am so glad that it's over. Well I guess I'm just being overly dramatic but I am still unable to accept the fact that I am now 30 years old.

It is such a big number. I am now at the far end of the age bracket when answering surveys. I still get to check the 26-30 age group though. Or is it the 30-35? I hope it's the former. LOL!

So anyway, I slept early last Monday night and I do not intend to be awake when the clock strikes 12. (So for those who texted me a couple of minutes before 12, my apologies for not texting back ASAP)

I spent my birthday lounging in my room and surfing (not blogging!) and had dinner with Aris and my folks at the LP branch of Hap Chan restaurant. I was craving for their spicy tofu so I suggested that we eat there. I or rather we were disappointed with the food. It was so much different from what Aris and I ate at their QC branch. After that, we went home with a full stomach despite the fact that we didn't enjoy the food. LOL!

This however, is just half of what happened on my birthday. Before I tell you the whole story... Sing with me first...

When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad

~ START ~

12:00 am - Aris called to greet me a happy birthday.

12:05 am - Aris called again to tell me that he's standing outside our house. Surprise!

12:08 am - I went out to open the door and saw him carrying a bouquet of flowers... and balloons. I went inside to put the put down the two bouquets.



12:10 am - He was scrambling inside the car and grabbed something big and pink. At first I thought it was cotton but it turned out to be a pink elephant stuffed toy. It was one of the Care Bears cousin, Lotsa Heart.



12:12 am - He went back yet again to his car and was carrying a red square box. Immediately I knew what it was.... It was one of my favorite chocolate cakes - Hungry Pac. Yummy! Plus, it had 30 unlit candles on it. Aris was apologizing because he ruined the surprise because he can't carry everything at once. (aaaww.. ang cute!) No picture for this one. :-)

12:20 am - He has lit all 30 candles and was singing. I made a wish and blew all the candles.

12:30 am - We were getting ready to sleep as I know he's super tired from his "trip" when I noticed something under my blanket. It was another surprise for him. Hehe! My first and the only one that somehow hides how wide my feet are.



12:35 am - We went to bed and I was hugging Lotsa Heart elephant. :-)

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8:30 pm - We went home after dinner and we were chatting in my room.

9:00 pm - I grabbed "Arnulfo", the name Aris gave Lotsa Heart elephant, who is a girl by the way. LOL! I was busy chatting with Aris when I saw on her tusk something shiny. I looked again and saw the pink bracelet that I've been eyeing in Surf World. It's the Colantotte magnet bracelet. Wee!!!



~ END ~

Thank you bebe for the surprise(s)! :-) xxooxxoo
Thank you also for those who have texted, left SMS messages on my YM and sent birthday cards for their greetings. xoxo too!

This is it! Another beginning of a new decade for me. This is really is it! Help! :-D

Song of the Week #13

Since it is Independence Day week, I have chosen another OPM as my Song of the Week. This song is entitled Palakpak performed by our friends' band, Jeepney Joyride. This is from their album Let's Get Party (di ako wrong grammar! ganyan lang sila kakulit talaga! LOL!). It's one of my favorites and every time I hear them play this song in their gigs, I get goosebumps and imagine a Filipino holding the Olympic torch. Hehe! Enjoy the song and holiday everyone! Mabuhay ang mga Pilipino!

Grow Up

They say that one matures as one grows old. Maybe for some but this does not apply to my friend. He has always been irresponsible and always gets his way. He's used to getting what he wants but doesn't really give back in return. He just takes and takes and doesn't really care to ask what other people need to. Before it was just about buying him the latest laptop and cellphone. But the worst was when he was in dire need of foreclosure help. You see, his parents loaned him the money for a house that he wants and that he promised he will work hard to pay for it but instead of saving money he bought a new car. Now the bank might be getting his house. His parents are still willing to help him only if he would sell the car. His parents probably had enough so they are now setting limits. I hope he grows up and learns to be responsible.

I can do this!

I am so thrilled that next week is a class-free week. We won't be having any classes so that means free time to do anything. Unfortunately, before I go gallivanting, I need to put order first to my messy room. Things have been pretty busy in school lately that I haven't been able to tidy up. I left my room last week looking like a tornado has passed through it. Clean clothes on my bed and my bags and school books on the floor. My dresser and closet looks even worse. It's as if a dozen super models have rummaged through my clothes and make up during a fashion show.

So tomorrow, armed with floor mops and a vacuum cleaner, I am ready to clean my room and re-organize my closet and dresser. I guess I'll be able to finish all of this for the whole day tomorrow. Unless, I get distracted and my computer hypnotizes me to start blogging. Which I think would be so hard to resist. But I can do this. I can resist temptation and focus. I WILL clean my room.

Talk about Bad Timing

I know summer is almost ending at this part of the world and the rainy season is almost here but it's still hot during most parts of the day. And to add to the heat, our car's ac compressor is busted. I was whining and complaining the whole time we were in the car because it was so hot. Actually it's colder when I pulled down the windows. Problem is I always get a headache from the smoke coming from other cars. Not to mention, the free foundation I get on my face from all the dust from the streets. That is why I had no choice but to close the windows and ride in the car and endure the 30 minute drive going to the mall. We were both sweaty and was so relieved when we entered the mall and felt the cool breeze of the ac. I do hope the mechanic would be able to fix the compressor tomorrow. I can't stand bathing in my own sweat anymore!

Big Eyed Gal's 10

Tagged by Maver! Mega delayed reply.. Sowee!

1. Each blogger starts with ten random facts/habits about themselves;
2. Bloggers that are tagged need post these rules amd and their ten things on their own blog;
3. At the end of your blog, you need to choose 10 people to keep the tag going;
4. Don’t forget to leave them a comment telling them they’re tagged!

My Random 10:

1. I scare easily but I love watching horror movies.
2. I love performing in stage plays in high school.
3. Most of my roles in #3 are gaymen (High school pa lang babaeng bakla na ako. LOL!)
4. My first stage appearance was at age 8. I was a carabao.
5. I can bend my two thumbs towards the back of my hand. It looks funny when I do my thumbs up sign. LOL!
6. I am easy to please.
7. I love video games! (Pata-pata-pata-pon! Haha!)
8. I once used a pen to put a dimple on my cheek. I was envious of my friends who had dimples so I decided to make one. hahaha! Loser!
9. I don't have a TIN. Since most of my employed life is spend working in a foreign mission, we are not required to pay tax (that's what we were told) so I didn't bother applying for a TIN. Hehe!
10. I used to sleep walk when I was a kid.

I can't really tag 10 people because this is a long overdue tag. Just snag it if you haven't done this. :-)

Just like a Pro

I admire my friend Ana who is really a hands-on type of person. She's also crafty so her skills are always put to the test during birthdays, Christmases and other occasions. That is why when our other friend Em was having a baby, she volunteered to personally make the baby shower invitations. We plan on inviting just a few of Em's close friends and a few colleagues so Ana was even more delighted because she can give extra attention to the invites. I saw one of the invitations and it looked like it came from those really expensive invites' stores. The attention to detail was amazing! We were all impressed and we can't wait to mail them to the guests. Now I know who to approach when I'm organizing a party.

Artificial vs. Natural

In this day and age, everything seems to be made artificially. Some are good and we'd wished that the people who made it should have thought about it before. As for the rest, we wished that they never existed. Take for example, the artificial reefs that have helped the different species of marine life. On a not so serious note, I also love artificial hair and hair extensions. However, when it comes to food and products that I put on my face and body, I opt for the natural ones. For breakouts for example, I'd rather put natural acne treatment rather than applying something made entirely of chemicals. It really depends on what it is but actually nothing beats all-natural!

Getting Desperate

I have been trying to cut down on my junk food and carbs intake for almost a week now so I can go back to my normal weight of 110 lbs. before I reach my 30th birthday next week. I know it would be a miracle for me to reach my target next week but I'm desperate. I would want to look good on my birthday. Can you blame me? Actually, I'm really thinking of taking weight loss pills so it could speed things up. Don't judge me! I promise I'll stop once I reach my target weight. As the saying goes, desperate times call for desperate measures.

Big TOINK!!!

As you may have noticed, I have changed the background image of my blog. I was planning on changing the whole theme but it would take me a long time to do it again because I'd have to set up again all my widgets and adjust the colors. Wag na lang! LOL! .... NOT!!!

I can't... I can't do it anymore. That is not the truth! Bwahahaha! Actually, I made a really big boo-boo! I was doing a little tweaking in my new blog. I was trying to add an icon that would link to this blog so I decided to use my background image. Problem is, I had to resize the picture so it would fit in the sidebar. When I resized it in my photobucket account, I forgot to save it as a new photo so the one in this blog was also resized down. I was kicking myself because I couldn't find the image anymore in photobucket. Grrr! But I was laughing too when I say my layout. The background image was so small it looked ridiculous! LOL!

This boo-boo however turned out to be a blessing in disguise because I was able to use this new image instead. I think it's better and the nurse image on my new blog fits perfectly since it is my nursing blog. What do you guys think? Looks great right?! Bawal kumontra! LOL!

Song of the Week # 12

I am choosing Aqualung's Brighter Than Sunshine as the Song of the Week. I first heard this in the movie A Lot Like Love which stars Ashton Kutcher and Amanda Peet. I love this movie. However, this is not the main reason why I chose this song. I picked this because the title fits my mood perfectly. It is brighter than sunshine!!! :-D *grinning and smiling like a fool* My dad has received good news last week and he's a step away from what we've been praying for. To my friends, you know what this is and I would like to say 'thank you' to all your prayers. Please continue praying. Isang hinga na lang!


Toodles! Back to studying... Happy Monday everyone! :-)

Hips Don't Lie

I'm studying for our exams tom and on Wednesday (wees mee lak! LOL!) so I'm leaving you with another cute and funny video from stupid videos. Happy Sunday everyone! Will to try to get back later if my EQ level goes down again. Hahahaha!

P.S. At first I was laughing at the cute baby but when the guy in the background started laughing, I laughed even more. Ang lusog ng tawa nya! LOL!

xoxo