Jeepneys and shots

I got up extra early today to watch an anime, but my dad beat me to the TV (for the nth time) so I ended up not watching. Instead, I went to the market to purchase some goods I would need for the feast later on that night. After dropping off the vegetables I got, I was off to my next destination: Market! Market! I was supposed to do my usual shopping but Uchi and her sisters were also there, so I decided to meet up with them. They tried the dancing game thing (I dont know what its called..) at Timezone. There was a videoke there showing korean MVs and Performances but didnt feature any Korean songs. How odd... Too bad... We went around the mall for a while but I had to finish my grocery so I had to part ways with them. I kept forgetting something in the grocery, so I went back in for a total of 3 times. When I was finally on my way home, I got into a little fix. I saw the jeepneys already. I should've realized they'd try something stupid like trying to cut in front of me. I made an error in my evasive action and half my car went on top of the island on the road. My front left wheel first, then the rear went next. The rear tires couldn't take the weight of the car I suppose, so it burst open. I had a freakin' flat tire! The jeepney didn't pay any attention to me and sped away, still trying to cut each other (stupid idiot drivers..). The cars behind me all stopped and let me get near the sidewalk. They probably saw me drive into the island. The traffic enforcer at the stoplight and a policeman who happened to have been there at the time came to my rescue.They volunteered to help me change the rear tire, since the front wheel and mugs were undamaged. It took the traffic enforcer less than 20 minutes to work the jack and the screws and replace the tire with tools borrowed from another jeepney driver who passed by. I called my father to tell him what had happened, so he arrived just as I was thanking the enforcers who helped me. They filled my dad in as to what they saw had happened. They told my father that the front tire was okay and that the mugs of the rear tire was intact and would probably need not be replaced. There wasnt a nick on the car itself that was caused by that little accident, so my furious father tried to calm himself. We have had some trouble with jeepneys in the past. We convoyed our way home, my brother drove the CITY while I took the co-pilot seat. As soon as I got home, the people there just asked how much damaged was caused and left it alone. They havent forgotten about the feast in a few hours and were a little stressed about it. I didn't have time to calm my nerves, and just went straight to work. We prepared chicken cordon bleu (which i dont eat), carbonarra (white sauce spaghetti), baked chicken legs, adobong baboy (pork), adobong pusit (squid), prawns and sweet and sour fish (the 3 latter dishes were purchased cooked already, guess where!). We prepared almond-lychee gelatin and also served chocolate cake and brazo de mercedes. Our relatives and guests arrived and it was time to eat. After the meal, it was videoke time. As the guests was enjoying the mic, the other reason for the feast was taking place. First reason was because it was Nikki's birthday. The other reason was because my parents and Nikki needed some shots. The injection for my parents took less than a minute. Nikki put up so much fight, fuss and noise, that I was considering the pros and cons of tying and gagging him. I never had the chance to try anything, for there was a party to run. After an hour or so, most of the guests have left and we started to clean up. This day was hectic. Very.

Korea

Today was hectic, I woke up late (as always) and had to rush to get ready to chauffer my sister to the derma. We only spent a few minutes there and my sister was off shopping. I got thirsty so I got myself a drink but because of this, I wasnt allowed to enter the clothing stores. I stayed outside and marvelled at this fish exhibit thing. Small and big fish, weird heads and such, but they were nice to look at. At around 1600h, I had to put my foot down and inform my sister that we had to head home since we were meeting our balikbayan cousin for dinner. It was a friday and we'll get caught in the traffic in ayala if we dont get our asses out of there, and quick. It was raining cats and dogs, so we had to run to the car. Thank god it sort slowed to a drizzle, long enough for us to get in the car. We left the house at around 1830h and was off to Gerry's grill at Bluewave. My mother was already there, waiting for us. My cousin and her sisters arrived a little after 1900h, due to traffic at the coastal road. We had great filipino food, since my balikbayan cousin missed it so much. After dinner, we headed off to Westin Plaza to see a live band. Octoberfest made Bluewave crowded and they didnt want to stay there. That gay group, Ministix was performing again, but their alternate group was some lame-ass band called Upside? See? They were that bad, I dont even remember what they called themselves. As the last time I saw Jigger, he was still as gay as ever, and still as entertaining. Tonight, they did mostly requests and Jigger did great spiels once again. He also did a mini-drama thing with the other guy singer while their Renz Verano-look alike singer took the stage. All eyes were on Jigger and the other guy, for they were doing really funny and a little "byuntae" stuff on stage that even the other singer stopped singing and started laughing. The song was abruptly ended since everyone was just dying from laughter. We stayed till their final set and wasnt disappointed. We got home past 0200h. I went online as my insomnia kicked in. I was going to meet my Korean friend in a few hours anyway, so I decided to just stay up. I asked my friend to stopby my house, before they went to the airport NAIA2 to catch their flight back to Korea. Uchi also came along with Ia and Elijah. We gave my friend some Filipino stuff to take along (if she wanted it, she can keep it, if not, she can give it as a present to her mom!). Bini sorta complained with the added luggage, but I guess he was only kidding. We had some time, so it was decided that we head off to Starbucks. I had to take my own car since Uchi had to get home ASAP and I didnt want my friends to miss their flight. After a hearty conversation over a starbucks meal, we went off our separate ways. Im a little depressed she left for Korea, but she promised to come back. I'll hold her to that and hopefully, I dont have to resort to drastic measures as to chase her in Korea...

great...

I went to Batangas with my dad and sister to get my hair done. Yes, you read it right, for my hair. My dad seems to leave my hair alone when its manageable so I guess that's one reason Im going to a parlor. But I dont trust just any parlor, so I have to haul my ass to Batangas for it. The trip was off to a bad start, when the driver accidentally left the keys in the ignition. The car went on automatic lock system. To make matters worse, the spare key was inside a bag, that was just placed inside the car. After a while, they jimmied the car open and we were on our way. It was a quiet and enjoyable time. It was freaking cold in Batangas for some reason, but I enjoyed the tranquility that one could sense there. I didnt bring any CDs along, only my stitching, so needless to say, I spent my time there, the old fashioned way. I missed Battle Shinhwa... bad (good thing someone posted the ep...) We had dinner at this bar and the food was pretty good. The next day, we had to haul ourselves back to civilization. I also had to meet Onnie for her new helper business. We met up and I was able to meet her "brother" Park Jungshin. I was also surprised to see Uchi, for when I invited her to come, she said she was busy. Her schedule suddenly cleared, so she was able to join us. I was happy to see her there, since I wanted her to come in the first place. I had my sister with me, so she was able to 'hang' with my peeps... hehehe. We stopped for dinner at Max's. Great food, great company, great time. As always, Bini picked up the tab. I sometimes hate this part of the meeting where they insist on paying for everything, but since they are elders, arguing seems disrespectful at some point. Of course, I dont want to upset them but sometimes, we sneak and pay for our own, but it's usually very hard to do. We parted ways and were off home. A few days after, my korean friend informs me that the new helper was causing some problems. My friend decided to let the helper go and let her advanced salary slide. I was very embarrassed by this event, since I was the one who got Dalene to work there. Dalene concocts this half-brain-ass plan but succeeds. Who would want someone like that to work for them? Mr. Park volunteered to help my friend since they are leaving for Korea. That was a good thing, since I cannot find a replacement as of yet. As if the day couldnt get any worse, the internet connection was cut and I couldnt go online. Just my luck, eh?

feel young

Chillin' at home can take its toll. In other words, i'm bored today. Just when I was able to find something to do and someone to talk to, my sister calls and insist I accompany them (she was with her blockmates) on their little "outing." I protested at first, explaining that I was low on funds. She quickly killed my reason by saying she's going to pay for my expense... how gallant. In the end, I had to relent and agree to join them. Actually, my sister invited me in the first place coz i was older and I was accustomed to the area that she wanted to see, and I remember more detail than her, plus there was also the fact that I can chauffer... I was supposed to join them at around 1900h but that rendezvouz turned into 2130h. By the time we left, it was already 2200h. Clarisse (my sis), Tasha and Therese (the blockmates) decided to go watch a live band. I suggested Siete Pecados at the Westin Philippine Plaza, since the Octoberfest thing at Bluewave that was their first choice, was well, crowded like sardines. We got there, half-way through the performance of the second band, Hyperbeat. I ordered the drink of the month, which meant, I get the the teddy bear named spooky in a witch halloween costume. Hyperbeat's music was fast and danceable, much to the delight of the ateneans (im from UST, go figure). They danced until the band had to take a break and the other band got ready for their second set. I've seen Hyperbeat perform before, but this other group, Ministix, was a mystery for me. He was gay. The lead singer for the other band was gay and he calls himself Jigger. He was quite amusing and very good at spiels, he carried the whole group through their final set. Jigger was so gay, it was a great performance. By this time, Love, the other blockmate, was able to get her ass to Westin to join her friends. Hyperbeat's last set was also a blast, filled with charged music and dancing. There were a few foreigners around, so you could see all the filipinas working their magic, if you know what i mean. I missed watching bands like this, and I'm happy I went along. You know what the best part was? It was all free!

BUMP!

Getting my parents to let me go out with my friends is a real hard job for me, especially when ive gone out with them almost every single weekend. Strict and overprotective parents? Maybe so, but I guess they are just not used to the fact that I would go out with the same people all the time, for I have never done that before. Plus, my father is having trouble believing that I have two friends with the same name. Oh well, cant do anything about that. I was finally able to go out yesterday but my destination was Market!Market! and I was actually going to do some errands. My parents were 50-50 at letting me go out afterwards. I texted Tina and asked her if she could meet me at the mall, since there was a big chance that I wont be able to meet them. It took them a while to respond, stating that they just got up and were on their way. After more than an hour, I was able to meet them at around 1400h. They complained they were starving and we ended up moving from one restaurant to another, until they were satisfied with Trellis. It took us a while to finish our food and they said they wanted to look around the mall for some house stuff. I led them to home market, but they were a little overwhelmed by the price. They might think about getting house stuff from another place. I asked them to come meet my parents for the second time, a gesture for my parents, then we raced to 168. We got there a few minutes before 1800h but Uchi and her sisters had to leave to meet another friend. I stayed a bit longer at 168 for I havent seen Tina in a while. She told me about her 'exploits' these past few weeks and how she has been living her life since she delved into this 'fish business' of hers. Then Bini decided to show me his cooking skills as he whipped up some dinner for us. At first, we were all clueless as to what he was doing. He was going around the kitchen like a headless chicken, cutting vegetables and cooking some pasta. After a while, we realized he was making seafood pasta. The shrimp and crab pieces were a little difficult to eat, but it was very good. I'm not sure if that was his own recipe but he finished it in record time. That was the first time I've ever seen anyone make spaghetti that fast! After the hefty meal, I had to bid them farewell since my parents went out of town and I had to be with my siblings at home. I wasnt able to spend much time with Uchi and her sisters, but hopefully, we can catch up another time. I hope they like what I have burned for them so far as well. I went home with a satisfied stomach and M's "Bump" blasting in my car player. I've been addicted to this particular song for sometime now... I have also downloaded tons of performances of M, dacing to this song... IN different... 'pretty outfits.. hmm.. that was totally unrelated. I have posted an incoherent blog once again, too bad for me.. No need to read this, its mostly crap as always. But if youve read it already, Im sorry to have wasted your time..