Didn’t really appreciate these characters when we read their comic strips in STS until now. Perhaps I really don’t listen in that class. That class is a distraction itself. But that was my first uno. Well, I guess that’s how you get unos in the university — unexpectedly. 

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Substance is their responsibility. Style and aesthetics is their freedom.

It was indeed something like an on the spot essay contest.

“I just want you to know that it is not us who will pick you. It is the registrar. What we are going to do is to rank you according to your performance. We will submit it to the registrar and then they will be the one to determine the slots. If there are 11 available slots, then all of you will be admitted. But if there were only three, they will get the top three from you. So you will get updates from the registrar and not from us.” I remember the professor telling us (applicants) that. Well, of course not exactly those words but close to that.

The interview and exam was so sudden. I just knew that there will be such a thing the day before it. I thought of “For sure they’ll ask me why I chose CommArts.” and “Maybe it’s all for formality” and “The exam must be a psych exam.” and so on. HAHAHAHAHA. Of course I last came up with “Whatever.”

I was assertive because I actually wished for an interview to be part of the application process. I just felt that if there will be an interview, I will be able to express how much I want to take the slot unlike if they will just judge me based on my grades which I tell you are not impressively high to suffice. I wasn’t really that confident when I thought that there is none.

At least with the interview and the exam, I have better chances to prove my worth.

22.02.12 | I came in late.

It’s partly suspense, partly comedy, partly adventure. It’s just everything when I get into details.

When I arrived, I was asked to write an essay on Philippine media: press freedom and responsibility. AHA! So that is the exam! I guess what the professor is asking me to do was not absorbed by my brain as the task passed through my ears. The minute it did, my mind came up with the brilliance of actual nothing. I seriously had no thoughts on the matter.

On that very moment, what ran in my head is “Shit! Nichole! CommArts nga pala pinapasukan mo. Natural essay exam. ASDFGHJKL. Kaya mo ba talaga? Kelangan dito talent. Eto ba ‘yong gusto mo?” If I must say to be able to describe, it’s like those lines are in bold and capital letters, ending with :O. They flashed like an LRT passing in front of me.

A lots of things happened in between. “I pray for wisdom, God.”

The first minutes of writing my essay was not really writing.

Fortunately, my i-don’t-know-where-this-will-lead-me-introduction brought my mind to a light that narrows the topic. It was then easy with at least a slight point to discuss. I was writing without any intention. I started without a vision.

I don’t know how I got the momentum. I just found myself there drowning in my sentences. 

The next thing I knew is that I was left alone in the room. It was really funny that I did not notice all the others leaving. Was I really that busy? :)))) That moment tells me that I really gave it myself. That is what made me smile perhaps — the fact that I was able to start from scratch. :”>

“Writing with a vengeance.” The interview is another story.

I hope my essay’s last lines did make sense. They asked me to explain it and they smiled.

Thereafter, I just felt yellow.* I felt successful even if there were no results yet. I myself cannot explain how I got a deep feeling of achievement. What I know is that I haven’t felt that within my academic field lately.

My heart delivered a mail to my mind that yellow Tuesday. It is a notice telling me that THIS IS REALLY IT. This is what I want. 

I saw my best in there. :’)

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I have been going here and there, trying this and that. I just realized why not blog my first trips to those memorable ones.

My school environment is being invaded by tea shops. Originally there is Zentea. Then, when Robinson’s Serenitea opened, my blockmates visit it really frequent until Gong Cha came along. Milk tea turned into a craze. :P

I was never really “swooned” to get myself my own cup. It was just spontaneity that made me spare my first at the UPM fair months ago. I had no idea which to order but I nonetheless wanted to try it. Maybe because that Moonleaf stall isn’t always around so the why-not-grab-the-chance hit me. I thought my first is gonna be extra special that way. I knew that Pearl Milk tea is Sam’s favorite Zagu flavor so I picked that. Yeah, LOL on associating Zagu with Moonleaf. Let us just say that it was a random choice. *mini mini my-nee mo* I actually did not like it, like LIKE it. It was okay. That judgement made me not order any more milk teas myself. I did not even blurt any comment regarding it. This is the time I am. :)))

I again came across Moonleaf this summer. My blockmates invited me to go with them. It was really my bad day and I thought hanging out with them would be best. I really have no feelings for the tea, I just want to try new things since I haven’t been to Harrison Plaza.

The place is simple in white yet urban. Quiet with its apple green accents. I already saw the branch before when I attended the U-Night in Victory, Malate.

What made the visit fun and unforgettable is the Mismo board game. Moonleaf has various board games which they can lend to their customers. There was a group enjoying Monopoly deal when we arrived. Now that seems legit.

It was the first time I have encountered the game. Never heard. Wow, it was a day of firsts! :D I think Naomi taught us a simplified version of the game. Each player picks 5 cards with a term or phrase on it. I am impressed by this game as it features Filipino terms based on our culture and history. One will have to spin the wheels which will give you two adjectives to start with. All you have to do is pick a term from your set which you can relate to the two adjectives and explain it to all the players. For example, we had the adjectives World Class and Nanganganib. I picked from my cards the term Philippine Eagle as it is endemic and endangered. When you’re lucky, it can be as simple as that. Afterwards, each player will cast his/her vote as to who presented the best term in that round. It can be because it’s plain hilarious or even more because the player got it MISMO! (You know what I mean :P) The one with the most votes wins. In short you have to sell that witty idea!

Trust me, this game will challenge your mind’s creativity. The terms and adjectives are varied and catchy. Those “ang pinakacute dito” cards and the likes add twists on it. You’ll come to deduce funny and quirky statements. Anyway, there is only imagination to limit you. I said that having the game is really timely as my blockmates will be having their impromptu speech the next day. Indirect training huh!

 I can tell that I enjoyed my Vanilla Milk Tea during that visit. Thank you to my dear blockmates, those condo girls, for bringing me and Kath there that day. :) I am definitely open and excited for the next times! :* I want to try the other flavors perhaps. I think I played safe with Vanilla but at the same time I know that it was the best choice for that moment. Vanilla can’t just disappoint! I had good vibes all the way. I had pudding for the first time as well. K. I should be pitied. HAHAHA. The Yakult flavor sounds interesting.

P.S. Latest addition to tea shops in Robinson’s is Happy Lemon. It’s in 2nd floor, Midtown. The last time I visited, they still have long lines even if that was already weeks after they launched that kiosk. I told you, it’s a craze. And about me? I am crazy for firsts so I will definitely be falling in line one of these days to give in once more.

*Photos are not mine. I have linked the photos to the blogs where I got them. Thanks! :)

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I told you it’s the eyes that speak for your most sincere emotions. :)

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17. Have Faith. <3

1. There are a lot of variables in life you cannot control. You would always have to deal with it. Compromise. Being a follower is also necessary.

2. Make an effort. Ask. Bridge the distance. Destiny does not work on its own.

3. Numbers can barely judge your learning.

4. Do not avoid. If you are to avoid, avoid delays. Follow your schedule. Time is precious. 

5. Do not listen to people who are not as involved. Scratch prejudice. 

6. Do not Facebook stalk. 

7. You must be loving what you are doing.

8. Falling in love is really bitter sweet. There is no point in being afraid. Just love. Spread it out. Be yellow.

9. Friends are not just networks. Share the light. Change the world together. Hold on to them tight.

10. Take chances. Be positive. No to regrets.

11. Use frustration as an advantage.

12. Be a beautiful mess. Be your best. Be you.

13. Balance your commitments. Weigh your priorities.

14. Prepare yourself. It helps with the heartache.

15. Spend life outdoors. Shut down your computer.

16. Rock spontaneity. Do not over think.

(Source: kinowl)