Homecoming (or something like it)

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Home is where the heart is.

A few weeks from now, I'll be on a plane to Manila, Philippines after 2 years of non-stop Egyptian escapade. Yes, I am excited of the fact that I would be able to see my quirky mother, beloved younger sister and favorite nephew after what seemed like an eternity. Not to mention my cherished best friend and college friends. It has been a long time and I definitely think that it'll be a memorable homecoming. I just can't wait!

Here's a list of individuals that I am dying to meet and greet:

1. Ma. Carina Camacho

2. Erneil Humawid

3. Donato Politico Jr. with Jennifer Calpatura

4. Rachelle Castro +/- Archimedes Parafina

5. Lauren Marie Amon

6. Muriel Gomez and RLE Groupmates

7. Mark Kevin Labo and John Boy Jerry Camu

8. Marjorie Lezarda + BERKS + Riolene Laforteza

9. Relatives! (especially my naughty cousins)

10. My beloved Dentist

I expect that Manila will be very different. The new guy in Malacanang is one thing and  Venus Raj's MAJOR MAJOR breakthrough is another thing to be considered. Plus, Pempengco mania is still "IN" so it'll be quite intoxicating. *sigh*

Sadly, I do not intend to stay that long in Manila. My plan is to fix some papers, file a few things and straighten everything out. The End. I don't want to make a fuss about my "Balikbayan" status. There are more important things to be considered than just treats for everyone. I'm not rich, really. Although I own a Macbook. Haha. *wink*wink*

Oh! By the way, I won't be posting my flight schedule here on my blog, Twitter or even Facebook. It'll one big f*cking surprise! *grin*

Coffee, anyone?

Blank

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I feel so empty.

I sense that "The Void" is consuming me once again.

Its getting bigger.

Stronger.

Ever persistent and inconsiderate.

Eating the only glint of hope I have earned for myself.

Doubt lingers. Fear arises.

Killing my wounded spirit.

Is it time to accept the inevitable?

Embrace the abysmal fact that would erase everything?

But, more importantly, will I ever mend this unprecedented absence?

Maybe. Maybe not.

*****

Coffee, anyone?

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1

*gasp*

I think I just had an orgasm. Seriously.

I'm currently speechless.

Coffee, anyone?

Glee and Pinoy "Sunshine"

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I'm not a Charice fan. Never was, never will. But her cameo as the exchange student "Sunshine Corazon" at the season premiere of the Emmy-winning "Glee" is simply amazing. Even phenomenal, if I say so myself. I never thought that a Filipino would actually make it this far. Seriously!

Since its pilot episode last year, Glee has made its unique mark as an unstoppable force in the television industry not only in the US but also across the globe. From Brazil to Slovenia, even in Turkey and the Czech Republic, everyone's talking about Glee and its stunning appeal.

Paired with themes about acceptance, friendship, talent and true love (with a dash of comedy and drama, of course), Glee revolutionized the way we see our daily lives through music such as "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey, Madonna's "Vogue" and even Olivia Newton-John's "Let's Get Physical." My iTunes is loaded with their music! Currently playing: Total Eclipse of The Heart.

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Charice's rendition of the Dreamgirls hit "Listen" was completely mind-blowing. She owned every note and showed that she is a force to be reckoned with in and out of the Glee perimeter. I literally had chills and was, surprisingly, teary-eyed seeing a little girl from my country out-shining the best of the best. Talk about star-quality at its finest! Bravo!

I did expect Sunshine, however, to join the epic Vocal Adrenaline one way or another. Clearly, New Directions isn't big enough for 2 remarkable performers and its seems that, from my standpoint, Dustin Golsby (played by Cheyenne Jackson) has big plans for this Pinay Superstar. Rachel Berry's in for some serious competition this season. Tsk. Tsk. Tsk.

Episode 2 will feature the ground-breaking hits of Pop Princess Britney Spears! Waaahhh! This'll be a sure EPIC! I can't wait! :-D

Coffee, GLEEKs?

Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars

Awwww. That is sooo sweeeet! *sigh* :-D

Coffee, anyone?