Heat Wave

Today's weather: Exceptionally scorching hot. Even though it’s summertime, I simply kuh-not forgive this broiling climate. What's more frustrating is the re-emergence of electric power curtailment. This could really become a movie, a sequel from last years’ brownout phenomenon. Before this gets to ecological concerns, these are times when a miracle fancies my thoughts. Snow in the Philippines perhaps? Wishful thinking gets me far.

Odyssey

Four weeks ago I applied for employment in our local hospital. Finally, I received a message inviting me for an orientation. I’ve been really bumming around for quite some time and this news got me wholly excited. Today’s actually the first of my 3-day orientation. No, make that “our” 3-day orientation because I’m with 40 other nurses hopeful for employment.

Hospital physical tour, personnel acquaintance, and a lecture of service policies make up the three-day orientation. Now, the cherry on top is an examination which defines it all. So I really have to be listening and should familiarize all the topics. Quite actually it is nerve-racking for me and I never felt this since board exam results. I certainly need to be on the job. I’ve had enough of spending time aimlessly, and thoughts of triviality. This will be my ticket to jump-start the life I envisioned mine to be.

A number of my batch mates took a detour from the nursing profession on a temporary note. Some became medical representatives, others ventured on modest business opportunities, but most entered call center agencies. I for one thought of becoming a call center agent myself. It’s a good training ground and from what I’ve heard the pay is a worthy price. However, I couldn’t consider being away from home for another while and besides the call to practice nursing without delay rings a bell strongly.

"I certainly need to be on the job ... This will be my ticket to jump-start the life I envisioned mine to be."

 Opportunity hollers at me and must grab it with both hands. I am filled with hopeful anticipation through this journey. Patience is of the essence. Nonetheless, I must put my best foot forward.

Blogging, for the sake of

Dear BlogSpot,

I acknowledge that I’m a capricious blogger. With these recent times, I plainly couldn’t find the spark to awaken my resting inspiration. I certainly apologize to have kept you outdated with what’s in the works with my life. Honestly, nothing exciting and rousing to say the least. Still in any way the wind blows I invariably think of you.

Love,
Mlvnn

Adrenaline rush.

Lake Sebu, from its humble beginnings now emerges as a top tourist destination in the Philippines. A hidden gem rediscovered as it features a bounty of natural wonders. It prides itself with scenic waterfalls, lakes, adorable flora and fauna. Resorts can be found anywhere, and several adventure getaways amidst the conventional way of living.

Lake Sebu also boasts what ought to be as the highest zip line throughout the country. Over a hundred-meter ride across and above its picturesque waterfalls. Hence, I won’t allow myself to be one-upped. Nervous and excited, I was filled with anticipation as I am going to experience it for the very first-time. I brought my camera with me to capture a lifetime memory.

The second we were airborne I outstretched my arms forward and flew like superman. Haha! Flying felt like it’s the amazing thing in the world. Adrenaline rushed through my veins for the first few seconds of the ride. At the same time, a breathtaking imagery greeted me and my sister. Amazing greens and rainbows along the waterfalls welcomed us as we set out. It was one hell of a ride!

Share. Still shots from the video I took:

Good things take time.

Indeed, it is the beautiful things that keep you waiting.

Happy is an understatement to describe what I’m feeling right now. My dream for four, almost five years has turned into reality. Becoming a registered nurse after the long wait is truly worth it. Finally, I can append Registered Nurse (RN) after my name. I am in pure bliss.

Honestly, passing meant redemption for me more than anything. Both of my parents went through the extent in order to strive and survive for my education. Passing the board examination is a way to prove myself worthy for all sacrifices they made. I am truthfully thankful to God for hearing my prayers. I am truly blessed.

Affair of the heart, it was.

Once upon a time I was a character in a tragic almost-love story …

No, don’t get me wrong over here because I’m not fantasizing or whatsoever. This entry is based on actual events, no less and no further.

I met a handful of new fellow students during my concluding year on secondary school. Of course, I was together with my friendly classmates meeting new people and getting to know them. We’ve made a few acquaintances and added a few to our established crowd. However, do you remember back in high school being awkward with someone? Or being uncomfortable with anyone? I do, I don’t know why but it was purely based on instinct. But how ironic was my life back then? I noticed for some time my ‘friends’ would tease me about an ensuing suitor. Seemingly though, I always had a hunch about whom they were referring to. It turned out that that person I was uneasy about had a crush on me (sends shivers down my spine). And yet again guess what? Apparently, rumor has spread and I was the last one to know. Eventually, that person confessed through writing me a letter initially – handed from some other, then started wooing by texting me. Strictly, right from the start I knew it is not going to be a fairytale.

It was oddly peculiar being courted let alone by another person bearing an X and Y chromosome in the cell nuclei.

This tale of romantic story was few and far between the usual romance. Recognizing that I’m no different from other male species biologically, I differ in terms of character, instinct, and emotion early on. In all conscience, I own up a great deal of dreamy romances of my own. But then I never thought such (so called) romantic affair would bargain me a role. With a personality like mine – reserved and discreet, I’d always have tough situations to say the least. Moreover, to handle and to be in a strange state of affair is tough furthermore.

Eventually, I was immersed in harsher circumstances. People became so indifferent and hypercritical with all their unyielding grilling and conclusions. I knew I took the lead for daily gossips here and there. It was an emotional and psychological struggle. I was hurt, confused and doubly affronted. Albeit our awkward environment, that person sustained to that earlier confession and continued to hope for togetherness. On the other hand, I remain avoidant and aloof. It went like that all the way through commencement and we parted.

Although it happened a few years back I can still hark back to the strain it caused. I have moved on from those moments, I have forgiven the events but undeniably it can’t be totally forgotten. It seemed as though our story just died a natural death, honestly speaking, it was undisclosed. As to my impression, it left an open-ended future yet to be written.

So you're persimmon, eh?

It’s my first time to eat a persimmon fruit. I’ve heard of it before and just drool at the thought of it. I saw it at the mall today and snatched the chance to satiate my curious palate.

I actually love the taste beacuse it's so sweet.

Aaaah~ hohoho (^o^)~! ♥

Today's Confession

As much as I wanted to project a happy and carefree personality, it strikes me back and I'm only fooling myself. I've never been truly happy and it gets hard for me to live by every day.

Adam Couple ~ THE END.

As you may know I am fascinated with the Korean pop culture to some extent. Recently, I’ve been watching a reality TV series aired in Korea. I happen to know this television show a few days ago through several online portals. Moreover, the program is entitled 우리 결혼했어요 (We got Married) and is considerably popular in Korea. Actually it is a reality program wherein celebrities and music idols are paired to virtually live a married life. I find the show very much exciting and the couple that I was most charmed about is Jo Kwon and Gain.

Honestly, I had to do a marathon of their first appearance (from October 2008) on the show up until latest episode. Watching through each is thrilling for me. ᄏᄏᄏ! Relatively known as the “Adam couple” or the “Petite couple”, Jo Kwon and Gain captured my interest mostly. Gain is senior of two years to Jo Kwon and is the serious, cautious, and less expressive type whereas Jo Kwon has a comical, spur-of-the-moment and fairly adaptive personality. Their pairing and how their relationship evolved in the show is quite out of the ordinary but enough to receive love and capture curiosity from viewers. Personally, they do look good together and seemed to be perfect for each other.

On the other hand, an ultimate bummer struck me in awe. It took me at least about six days to finish downloading and viewing 65 episodes. But my anticipation for their story to develop is cut short. News has it that their virtual marriage is going to end and are now filming their last episode. It’s good to know that their appearance on the show took them to the height of their career but they have to sacrifice it to better focus on rather important activities. The news certainly made me down especially because I've known the show for fairly a short time.

It’s a tough luck for me as I was really absorbed to how their affection progressed and their true feelings unfold for each other. Now that their virtual connection is halted I can only wish they’d heighten their relationship and work it through reality. To Jo Kwon and Gain I wish you all the best. 파이팅!

P.S.

Hayst! I need to find me some new diversion since I’m still waiting for good news to come. ♥

Melvonn: Optimistic, Hopeful, and Fresh

The thing that’s so special about the New Year is that it gives you a positive vibe and an optimistic attitude to face a fresh start in life. It provides you the opportunity to recall on the past, recollect significant moments, and ponder upon our choices and decisions. The New Year paves way for us to redeem ourselves from our shortcomings and to inspire us in making the most out of our lifetime.

Every day I always look forward to a great day ahead of me. Though when things don’t work out my way, to accept and to look on the brighter side is the manner I do. I consider it as my motivation and a learning to move on. Now I have a whole new year to look forward to. Nonetheless, I hope that this year would be good to me and fulfill my dreams and expectations. I know I am new person emerging from all life’s challenges and polished by untimely circumstances.

With confidence I am ready to pace through the time knowing that God is with me. ♥