(Oct.28)was in fact a 'This is it' night. Of course because it was the first night of MJ's 'This is it' docu/movie. But, before the movie, my night had already started off in the right direction.
My anticipation towards last night was super. First, because I was to watch 'This Is It', but the anticipation was mainly because it was my final interview with Malou Santos (M.D Star Cinema). The interview/meeting with M.S was at 7pm and my movie was at 10pm. My fear was that I might not enjoy the movie after the meeting with 'The woMAN', you know? i was afraid she might gimme a hard time.
But to my surprise, everything turned out more than well, she was the nicest and I felt she was entertained by me. Meeting the person who produces some of the great shows and movies that I watch was AWESOME, I was star struck! The conversation was smooth and light... She listened to what I had to say and mentioned insider scoops about Bea and John Lloyds new movie (i must say: INTERESTING!). On top of it all, she seemed to be so open to the idea of me helping in conceptualizing stories for Star Cinema cause I mentioned my dream of becoming a director in the future. I was in awe. It was more like a showbiz-convo session than a job interview, little did she know she was talking to a showbiz buff wannabe talk show host! I spoke like a true Phd holder in entertainment, no sweat! haha. Though I was extremely nervous and, again, star struck, I managed to tell her what I needed and wanted to say - and O-M-G, she seemed to like the way I talked. I spoke with confidence which came as a surprise cause I knew I was talking to a seasoned film & tv producer. She asked me many questions (mostly about tv, film and music) but the one question she asked me about myself/my character was "What is your greatest asset?", and I answered "My communication skills" and then she agreed by giving a big nod and added "Yes I think you're a people person" (with a smile). aaaaaaah!!!!! I can just die!
The interview went on a little bit more and a lot more things were said. I went out of her office feeling gratified swaying my way out the door (at least in my own little Ally Mcbeal world)... I could not ask for anything more....
Following that nerve wracking turned awesome experience was the movie... I was to meet Tess in Shang at 9pm, but she came a bit later. I told her the story with M.S and she told me her stories... we were both in a SUPER mood and I thought, what better way to complete the night than to watch Michael Jackson, our IDOL.
We got to the cinema. We sat down... waited... watched the trailers... and watched... and watched some more... The trailers killed us. To be honest, I'm not a 'trailer' girl. I'm the type who just wants to get on with the movie I paid to see... Not see movies that will be out next time, I can do that in Youtube when Im bored. Not interested! So can you imagine how pissed I was? I bought the tickets a week ahead and since then I couldn't wait to see it... and then they're going to make me wait 30 mins watching trailers??? Ewww! I can just die! And because of that... My excitement subsided. I got sleepy! Nevertheless, I still enjoyed the movie. I enjoyed seeing MJ work (and i mean really work. when they say he's hands on he really is! he has an exceptional ear for music!), sing, dance, crack some one-liners, get agitated and just be the way he is... an inspiration. I couldn't put in words how much i love him and how great i think he is... Well, I've never fully accepted his death until last night. The movie finally gave me closure. I'm ready to move on.
After the movie, we were down. It was wrong to end the night with a movie like that... We needed a drink!
I'm on the edge here. Seems like everything that crosses my head irritates me (i.e lame people, people who copy the way i talk, the things i do etc., slow internet connection, taas bangko status messages on FB, food, heat, rain, smelly streets, tv shows, traffic, stupid tricycles and jeepneys etc. etc. etc.)!!!
ANYWAY,
Since i've decided not to work a 9-5 job and just focus on my own business, I resolved to sharpening the skills that i already posses.
To start this mission off, I thought that it would be a good idea to brush up on my dancing by taking pole dancing lessons. I'm on my 6th session now and it gets more and more exciting. Also, in a few weeks i'll be starting to teach cheerleading to this group of students in (xxx) high school who will be competing in some national competition next year. Next would be the singing. In a couple of days i'll be busy working on my singing 'career'... i might get burned out i know, but i'm ready to sharpen THAT certain skill. And, i cannot complain a bit cause i'll be doing what i love the most... fashion (the business), singing and dancing!
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Here's a note I read from a facebook friends account. She was actually a classmate back when I was in Greenhills during grade school.
Anyway, what she wrote inspired me. She went to Hawaii by herself. She travelled alone! I've met a couple of people who've travelled to different amazing places by themselves and they didn't seem to have a problem with it. For me, I think I'd like to do something like this someday. Traveling alone gives me this good sense of independence. I have before but only to Thailand. I'd like to go some place nice... Maybe somewhere in Europe.
I guess traveling alone gives you the opportunity to enjoy yourself and get to know yourself much better.
Here's what she wrote...
Finding LOVE in Hawaii
by Eimi Akanuma
Traveling alone was part of my dream list but I haven't tried it because of I always think that I wasn't ready or maybe I was just not "brave" enough to do it until two weeks ago when I decided to go to Hawaii by myself.
It was a totally random decision but as they say, "spontaneous actions are always the best." So to satisfy my dream, I booked everything and after hours in the plane, I arrived in the land of alohas and Disney's Lilo & Stitch. I might not be with my "ohana" but my rosary and camera were good enough. I was nervous and excited at the same time because it was new to me but I felt a different kind of independent. I did not make plans for my trip because I just wanted to sit by the beach and contemplate about life. I needed to make sure if I was still on the right path that He wanted me to make. Luckily, I found the answers deep within and if you want to find your answers too, it is beneath the waves near diamond head..kidding. But seriously, you don't need to go some place, you just have to find peace in your heart and find time to listen because it is unbelievably true that the answers are inside us.
Finding answers not only helped me gain a sense of fulfillment, it also helped me realize the deeper understanding of LOVE. You know how we always relate love with God, friends, family or the opposite sex? it actually does have a more profound meaning than just loving the people around you...it is knowing that everything starts with love. If your heart is bursting with love to give, you will receive the answers easily.
My whole Hawaii adventure was magical. I had the time to explore Oahu, meet friends and eat at local places. It was the break that I needed and it was indeed an experience to remember. I can't wait for my next destination! How about Greece? :D
love,
PF
p.s
okay! im fine with traveling alone... but, who's gonna take pics of me?!
After my ordeal with... my 'used to beThe One' I've been in constant search to find the perfect song that would fit the situation I went through. A song that could relay in detail what I felt about the painful experience. I was actually this close --- to writing a song about it... but I'm no lyricist. Ha ha. I must admit, I did attempt. It's just one of those things we (or I) do when I'm lonely.
So anyway, I was listening to 89.1 last night during the long black out and I heard this song....
Listened to the lyrics intently and tried to catch the title.
At long last, I have found the one chant that could best define the one emotional ride i went through with my used to be 'the one'.
A song tailor fit to my exact sentiment...
(Okay, I don't like posting lyrics but here I am doing it. I just have to... I really do!!! I finally found the perfect song!!!!)
This is dedicated to all the girls who already had 'the one' but for some reason, it all slipped away - and you feel sucky about it!
It was and will always be known as 'The Love You Almost Never Had'.
TAMIA
Almost
"Just let me take the time and reminisce
I miss the times that we never had
What happened to us we were almost there
Whoever said it's impossible to miss when you never had
Never almost had you"
"I should've went out with you/ I should've made you my boo boy/Yeah that's one time I should've broke the rules"
"I shoulda went on a date
Shoulda found a way to escape Shoulda turned a almost into If it happend now its to late How could I celebrate a love that wasn't real"
"I missed the times that we almost shared I miss the love that was almost there"
"At least in my dreams Just let me take the time and reminisce I miss the times that we never had What happened to us we were almost there Whoever said it's impossible to miss when you never had Never almost had you"
Almost 6 years have passed since my high school saga. I have vague memories of how everything took place and who I crossed paths with during my 1st & last year in Greenhills. All I know is that it was such a memorable/difficult school year for me. Although, despite the great deal of hardships and challenges, there were a handful of events and a handful of people who left nothing but good memories in my life. Some of those people I'm still close to, some, my past enemies, have turned out to be good friends and some have strayed into a different sphere - never heard from never seen since our last school year.
Highschool... How and why should i talk about it? There's a million things i'd like to share... but... I'll let the pictures speak for everything instead.
After my 3rd year in High School, I stopped....
and did this.....
Taping for our out of town challenge in Eagle Point Batangas
During our Graduation rehearsals that took forrreevveerrr!
(Jason Ricks, Me, Micah Lu, Lar Laiz & Harris)
And that's where it ended....
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Digging through my old albums brought back so much memories. Memories that I would be happy to re-live even just for a day. Memories that I'd like to go back to just to see how I dealt with my friends and school dramas that I had to come to terms with. My spirit then was intangible and perplex but i wouldn't have gotten to where i am now without it. Nevertheless, it was a super fun ride which actually turned out to be the best high school year of my life.
If I haven't mentioned, my ultimate goal since 5 years ago was to be a Fashion Buyer/Merchandiser/. But of course, to be able to reach such goal I must know how to clothe a person well... which leads me to my point. One of my step-stone dream is to be a Stylist. Ever since I was a little girl, I enjoyed dressing up and dressing people up, back then my Barbies were my models. I'd create a whole collection for my Malibu Barbie to wear. I used all sorts of materials like paper, Manila paper, art paper and would sometimes cut parts of my clothes to use for my piece.
As I grew older, my interest was divided into different things already, but my passion for clothes was always there. And now that I'm of age to finally reach my ultimate goal, my interest in joining the fashion industry (as a stylist, a merchandiser etc. in Store Specialist, Louis Vuitton Group or Melium) has gotten stronger.
Lately i've been hooked on Looklet. I've been addicted to it for the longest time now cause it allows me to express myself in many ways, everyday. Plus, to add to its awesomeness, it's much more advance than Polyvore, in the sense that it shows you how it looks when your look is worn. Whereas in Polyvore, you're just allowed to choose items and put them together without even seeing how it looks on a person.
So, going back to my point, here are my styles. Some are mixed and matched and some, you may think, are mis-matched. To hell though! Mixing and unmatching nowadays, i see, is the trend. HOWEVER, mixing your look up still has its boundaries. There's a fine line between being stylish-distinct and being a total fashion disaster.
Let me give you my two cents on what I've been seeing on television.
Since I spend most of my time stuck on my tv set, i've noticed some eye sores that I can't help but share with all of you.
After tuning into my 2nd favorite teleserye to date, 'Tayong Dalawa' (my 1st is 'Bituin', the one with Cherie Gil and Nora Aunor), for the past couple of months, I've turned my attention to another teleserye (television series) that I see has potential to be on my list of top teleserye favorites., that is 'Dahil May Isang Ikaw'.
I've been a fan of the Echo-Kristine love team since their first prime time team-up, 'Pangako Sa'yo'. I used to watch it religiously on weeknights, never being disappointed by the great acting and chemistry the two have achieved. It entertained me. Now that they're back together for another show of course I was excited. I knew that this show was something I know i'd follow as religiously as their past shows.
Their acting (Jericho and Kristine's) undoubtedly hasn't changed. They're still good and i can't help but get drawn to their story. However, this time, I cannot swallow the sight of Kristine Hermosa's attires as Attorney Ella. For those of you who follow the show, have you noticed that whatever ensemble she wears on top, her shoes never change. She always wears those white high heeled pumps. Last week, she sported something like a grey coat, yellow top and black skirt all in solid textures... and of course, topped off the hideous set with her white high heeled pumps. I nearly had a mild stroke.
She's such a gorgeous woman with a to die for body. It's pretty impossible for her to look terrible. -----> NOT!!!!!!!
No matter how gorgeous you are, if you are wearing something totally off, your whole appearance in general is damaged.
In last night's episode, she was wearing yet again another disaster. A floral red maternity blouse, black slacks, a burberry bag (the classic print) and AGAIN.... the undying white high heeled pumps.
Somebody please get rid of those shoes!!!!!!!!!
Yes, she plays a lawyer in the series. But, she's a rich lawyer. Why can't they take advantage of that role and dress her up in fabulous sophisticated outfits? I got dizzy watching her prance around on that floral red blouse with the burberry on her shoulder. GOD BLESS HER. She's playing a lawyer! Not a provincial mother.
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WAIT: HAVE I MENTIONED HOW HER HAIR IS STYLED??? LOOKS LIKE SHE'S ALWAYS GOING TO A PARADE. PARA SYANG PUPUNTA PALAGI NG SANTA CRUZAN O JS PROM! WHAT'S WITH IT? PALAGING NAKA TIS. MUKANG LOSYANG EVER!
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Whoever styles Kristine Hermosa must be sacked! What a waste.
Anyway, since I am so into LOOKLET, I have created the APPROPRIATE ensemble for Kristine Hermosa's role as Attorney Ella in the series. Still conservative and professional but stylish and sophisticated.
NICE OR NOT???
OH KRISTINE, KRISTINE. Don't waste your beauty.
You're -okay- already but you could be better if you just change the way you dress as both Atty. Ella and Kristine Hermosa!
To all my friends and acquaintances in Malaysia who associate me with Black Eyed Peas' song 'Bebot', please scratch that off and replace it with this new song, 'Mare' (Amiga, Sista), which I'm sure will be hitting your clubs anytime soon. Thank God there's a Pinoy in B.E.P... Represent!
- xoxo your Mareng Mara
Sing song: Miley Cyrus' 'the climb'
After hearing their version, the song suddenly appealed to me. Much better than the original.
PINOY AKO!
(I am Filipino)
Speak up
DARE TO BE DIFFERENT!
I almost drooled when I saw these shoes. Such irregular pairs of shoes but such eye candies as well. *faints*
That Designers Name
Ever wondered if you've been pronouncing a designers name correctly? Do you say Louboutan or Louboutin? Givenchy or Jivanchy?
Here's a guide on how to pronounce their impossible-to-pronounce names so that the next time you're out with your BFF's you can just imagine how impressed they'll be when you start tossing around your new designer vocab!
1.Ermenegildo Zegna:
Ehr-me-na-jeel-do Zen-ya
2.Bottega Veneta:
Bo-tega Ven-e-ta
3.Bulgari:
Ball-gah-ree
4.Christian Lacroix:
La-kwa
5.Dolce & Gabbana:
Dol-ch-aye Guh-ban-nah
6.Etienne Aigner:
Eh-tee-yen On-yay
7.Guy Laroche:
Gee Lah-ro-tch
8.Balmain:
Bal Muhn
9.Givenchy:
Jee-von-shee
10.Hermes:
Air-mez
11.Joeffer Caoc:
Joe-fur Kay-ock
12.Loewe:
Low-ev-ay
13.Louis Vuitton:
Loo-ee-Voo-ee-ton
14.Madame Gres:
Madam Gray
15.Moschino:
Mo-ski-no
16.Monique Lhullier:
Mo-neek Loo-lee-ay
17.Ralph Lauren:
Lauren as in Lauren Conrad of the Hills. NOT Lo-ran! He's American guys, not European!!!
18.Thierry Mugler:
Tee-air-ee Moog-lay
19.Yves Saint Laurent:
Eve San Loh-ron
20.Pierre Cardin:
Pee-air Car-dain
The Barbie Lips
Oh the overrated Barbie matte pink lips. I love it! To achieve the look, i use MAC's Saint Germain. You can also use Revlon's Pink Pout as a cheaper alternative and voila - You're all Barbied up!
Stylist: Rachel Zoe
My top stylist pick is Rachel Zoe. Having her own tv series is a clear determination of how interesting and popular she is. Nuf said.
Make-up Artist: Mally Roncal
Top make-up artist to top Hollywood Celebrities. Check her out, she's good!
Jewelry Designer: Tarina Tarantino
My icon and inspiration. She's the reason i decided to put up my own hair jewel business. The lady with the pink hair. Check out her Hello Kitty Collection! It's funtastic.
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