Year 2007 was kicked off with an academics cramming filled January. I was in the middle of my second semester of my sophomore year in college and I was just beginning the crazy BC life. BC 101 was stressing me out and to think it's the most basic subject of all. Still, it didn't mean I wasn't going to fan girl -- my delusions over Prince Harry were still very much alive.

February was the month I said goodbye to my teenage years. I finally turned 20. Goodbye "irresponsible" self, although in reality, nothing really changed other than the fact that I didn't have the word 'teen' attached to my name. American Idol arrived and my season long obsession with the show was in full swing.

The end of the school year usually falls on March so it wasn't a surprise I was practically counting down to summer the entire month. Still, it didn't mean I wasn't going to enjoy the things I was doing. I actually finished an entire 5K run in a whopping 36:43! Obviously this is a feat for me. And then of course there was the Philippine Idol Concert. That though was a flop in the eyes of the critics, was totally enjoyed by me.

I didn't take summer classes so April meant summer was here! It didn't help that some boys were making it hotter, but I spent the hot summer days keeping cool at home, by watching tv and just surfing the net. This meant reality shows galore. I guess you just can't get sick of reality tv. And this also got me Starstruck! with reality tv stars in the flesh!

May was just a continuation of summer mode and that meant summer movies! Contrary to others opinions, I liked Spiderman!!! I also went on an Alias marathon just because and I found out that my favorite book series, Gossip Girl was going to hit the TV screen! It was also nice to be able to go to Baguio for a bit to escape the heat of Manila.

I couldn't get into LJ for the first few days of June thus my frustration! I also picked up a new obsession with Studio 60, alas only to find out it was canceled soon after. And though I experienced some disappointment, I couldn't help but think positive about my upcoming junior year in UP. Then of course there was the Paris Hilton fiasco that though I wasn't personally involved in, I couldn't help but watch although others weren't as convinced of its news value.

July started my fascination with the un-google-able man. Though unlucky in that department, I was luckier elsewhere. I won tickets to watch Christina Aguilera Live!!! Only to find out that Elliott was coming over to Manila too! This prompted me to hope and wish and pray that Manila be a Spice City! Then I remembered I was also a student, and returned to cramming academics. Still, it was my first time to get dolled up for an org event and I surprised even myself.

Although August broke my heart with Jake and Reese sightings and the wonderful subject that is Comm Res 101, little things like our parish priest and the rebirth of Marimar could still make me smile. And because Marimar fever finally hit, I found myself following a nightly drama, night after night after night. Blame it on DingDong Dantes and Marian Rivera's crazy chemistry.

September means fall TV season! Who knew the Writer's Strike would cut this short? Then of course there was the Baby V scandal that scared tweeners to flock over to Hannah Montana. I personally found it shocking, but hey, you all make mistakes. But nothing beats Ms. Trainwreck of 2007 as she tries to shimmy onstage. Oh Britney. Still on the academic front, I had my first school related sleepover that wasn't a success, school wise, but friend wise, it only made us closer. But really nothing beats Elliott coming to Manila! Highlight of the month for sure!

Probably my most prolific blogging month, October started with a puke inducing, pizza eating contest which was followed by a blood letting activity and of course, never ending Comm Res 101. Thank goodness we climbed our Everest though. Dewey's Dawgz till the end! And of course, this month saw the forming of new friendships.

November means the end of the sembreak and that really means sadness. After the first sem of craziness, I just wanted to rest, but wait, I couldn't because I had 21 units of more love this semester. This meant catching up on favorite tv shows like Chuck and Pushing Daisies. Though the Writer's Strike would end these soon, Christmas still came early.

And finally we're back at December which started off with allergies. So lovely. But because it's the month of Christmas, I just had to make a list! Of course the siblings are just making me so proud but I still had a shitload of work to do before the break. And the work just didn't want to end. Still, there was time for fun with BC friends, fun at the Lantern Parade, fun with high school friends and Christmas fun. Still, nothing beats ending the year with a miracle. There are still honest people out there.

I don't know, but every year seems to trump the last one. 2007 had some crazy times and some sad times, but all in all it was a pretty fab year! I can't wait to see what 2008 has in store for me, because based on the past, the years just get better! Bring it on, 2008!

The year started right with January and the installation of DSL into our lovely home. I don't know how we survived without it. This was only a sign of great things to come.

February started off with lots of worrying as I was preparing myself to be inducted into my org. And before I knew it the longest day of my life was over. Before I turned 19, I also made sure that I appreciated myself. Of course, American Idol Season 5 was beginning to take over my life

March spelled the end of my first year in university with the culmination of the raping of my brain thanks to Pol Sci 14. I also gave the drivers of Manila a taste of terror as I enrolled myself in A1 Driving school so that I could learn to drive.

Since summer comes around during April, I obviously had a ton of fun lazing around watching all kinds of movies. It was one DVD after the other. That is, until I discovered the beauty of Korean Dramas. Who knew I couldn't get enough??? That doesn't mean I wasn't equally distracted by the hotness of Wentworth Miller. You could lock me up anytime.

May forced upon me my first summer spent in school slaving away for CWTS. Honestly, could there have been anything more boring? It did however bring me closer to my favorite friends. Still, nothing could be Idol Fever as it swept through our household consuming us in Elliot Yamin Loving.

June came way too soon and I embarked on my second year of college. I don't think I'll ever love the devil that is CRS as it never gives me anything decent and this enrollment was no exception. Despite occasional hazards, I eventually settled in to the grind of things. And my org life was only getting started.

Rainy season has arrived. July gave me my first no class for the school year. Those are always fun. It also gave me my very first trip to the infirmary. Who knew Philippine games could be so rough? Though there were moments of stupidity, everything was fine and dandy for the most part. Finally, it showed that every boyband has to have a gay member.

August gave me news of all sorts. Some were surprising, others just confusing and others just plain great. Free patron seats to the INXS concert in Manila were definitely not something I was going to pass up. How many times will JD Fortune ever call me babe anyway, right?

Who knew I would feel like a star by September? Thanks to friends I was able to star in my first production (it doesn't matter that I only came out for 10 seconds). This month also got me closer to wonderful friends whom I'm sure to treasure for life. I got myself into little shitholes, but nothing I couldn't fix with a little lot of help. And by the end of the month, Philippine Idol Worship had begun.

October brought that storm that raged over Manila. And somehow the first semester just didn't want to end. Who knew CRS could pick on you twice in a year? It's possible, apparently. Of course we got our first taste of Philippine Idol LIVE -- and we couldn't get enough. Finally the month ended, but not without ending the sem in style and meeting up with some old friends for some good old fashioned sleep over.

I should probably annoint the month of November as Philippine Idol month as I did nothing but attend live shows for the Radio Night, the Movies and Musical Night, the Standards and Big Band Night (and the kick-out) and even a mall show at that. If my obvious fangirl-ism for Gian Magdangal wasn't obvious then, it was so blatantly out now.

Before I knew it, it was already December and things in Idol Land were only getting better. The Grand Finale was just fantabulous and though the results weren't in my favor, I certainly got a consolation prize. The Christmas break was awesome and restful and I wouldn't trade it for anything else.

From the beginning till the end of the year, my family was there to witness it all with me. I also gained many friends, I'm sure I'll be close to for the rest of my life. I didn't think 2006 would turn out to be this great. Sure, it had its pitfalls and perils, but all in all, it was a wonderful year for me.

Here's to only better things in 2007!

This year has been somewhat of a good year. I didn't get too depressed, or at least I'll pretend I didn't and nothing way tragic happened. Or maybe that's cause I've already blocked it out of my system.

January spelled the first month without PB. It was weird to say the least and a little lonely. Luckily, <Gela's invitation to be a part of cotillion for her debut, I welcomed a great distraction to keep my mind off my brother's leaving.

February I celebrated my 18th Birthday Not your conventional debut, as I had no male guests, and instead I danced with every single one of my female friends, I had a ton of fun! This month also ushered in the last IW card of my high school life, and the admission to my dream college. Other than the horrible physics tests, this month was a blast.

March brought about a huge disappointment in my life. Graduation wasn't much of a highlight as I didn't get an recognition for the hard work I knew I put in. It was a blow to my self esteem and it took a huge toll on my pride, but life went on. I had finally gotten out of high school, and award or not, I was going to celebrate. The grad ball was certainly a surprising event, more on amusing really.

April was my bum period (when wasn't it anyway?) and I was able to bombard myself with a lot of movies. From just watching tv (American Idol rules!) all day to hanging out in the cinemas. This month was a great time. This month also gave us the proud moment of genius Pamy's graduation. I'm still so proud.

May left Pamy and myself on a great journey. We were let loose in the streets of New York with no parents and bundles of cash (what bundles?). Probably my best summer ever, we survived despite our constant bickering and endless camera whoring.

June started a new era for me. The life as a college student. The fact that I was accepted was enough for me and the great thing was I got all the subjects I had applied for. However, I was also in for a lot of hard work. PB came home for a little while and that felt like summer all over again.

July got me to break into my college routine complete with Breakfast every morning. The AS lobby was a venue for many exciting events of atomic proportions. Also, instead of reading up on Kapampangan history for my Eng 10 paper, I buried myself in Harry Potter book 6 instead.

August showed me my first college hell weeks. I would have died on the first week if not only to complete my perfect attendance points in these subjects. The work was settling in and I was getting swamped with work. Luckily, I was blessed with some paid time. I wouldn't mind being given another year.

September was the end of a semester that didn't want to end. It also allowed me to dance for my PE! Street Dancing gave me aches and pains every other day, but it was definitely worthwhile. Hot teachers are also an incentive.

October gave me my first college semestral break. I've always had just one week off, and now I was given an entire month of doing nothing. There were close encounters with celebrities and even a few text messages that were saved. Then there was the grand debut of my princess Iza. I was reunited with my barkada as we dressed up in wonderfully cupcake-ish dresses. What a sight!!! And of course, PB coming home was the highlight of it all.

November brought me back to reality and gave me my first registration for college. What a nightmare! Long lines, crummy schedules and really bad heat gave me a taste of the real college experience when CRS doesn't love you and the finish line is a mere mirage. It also gave me my first Pol Sci 14 embarrassment (the first of more to come) and just the realities of not getting the nicest (however brilliant) professors in the college.

December left me looking forward to the Christmas break. I just wanted to get out of school, but not without a little entertainment and a bit of ornithology to spice things up. Once break was in full swing, I spent some time in a beach, in a hotel and dolled up for my dad's 25th homecoming. Despite the hectic schedule, I managed to have fun with my family. Then Christmas came and went but not without having to say goodbye to loved ones. Some of them for good, others were really just see you laters.

Good bye 2005 and here's to 2006!

Hopefully we'll all have a greater year
filled with love ♥ and lots of blessings.
happy happy new year to everyone

It's been a slow past few days and so far we're doing okay without PB. At least, I think I am. Whenever my dad gets a message from him though, he reads it out loud and he seems to be doing just fine. Pio now sleeps on PB's bed and his place at the table has even been removed. Still, I guess we're going to get used to him not being around pretty soon.

Still, this will be my last entry for the year 2004 and this year has been a pretty good one. January gave me a pretty good start and I had my seventeenth birthday in February and the very much hyped prom in March. Then my sister, Pamy and I get left behind for an entire summer with just the two of us to the entire house for April and part of May. I also had Review Class and I am still waiting to see if it had any effect at all.

Then in June, I started my last year of high school and it started out uneventful. July was spent worrying over the local college entrance exams. Wondering whether the essays were good enough for them and getting disappointed over the transcripts we were about to spend. Then it was spent practicing for SabPag and eventually in August, we showed the batch we weren't that bad at it. Practice was tiring it seemed like it was never going to end, but it ended with a bang. It also gave me the UPCAT, which I will never forget.

September gave me my last first trimester exams. The results weren't as great as ever, but they were okay I guess. ACET also got over and done with and taking it the second time around wasn't much of a help. October told me that I am a certified control freak who had no control over herself, while in November, I was able to finally get over my grad pic. This month also introduced my first ever sport, Tennis. Sure, I'm no pro yet, but I'm going to get there one day. I just watched Wimbledon for the nth time and it still makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. December brought about the separation from my brother, as Singapore had to take him away from me, but it's all good, for now.

That's the gist of my year and I guess this journal is a testament of what the year had been. Still, I want to say thanks to everyone who made this year so worthwhile. To friends who I never thought would keep me going, and to those who are always just there for me no matter what. 2004 was a year of surprises. Some good, others not so, and still it's been great. I've been blessed this year and hopefully 2005 won't be a disappointment.

here's to another year
happy happy new year to everyone