Gone Too Soon

As much as possible, I want the stuff in my blog to be of positivity and glee. But certain circumstances just make me so sad and since this is my outlet, I'm going to post it. This one is for you, Uncle Ely.

Yesterday, we've lost a great man. Before death took him, he was bedridden in the hospital for 11 days due to a stroke which led him to a coma. He's my mother's brother and he's a bad ass Uncle, one of my favorites definitely. My mom woke us up at around 3am and it was the horror when she told us about my Uncle's passing. To my readers, please help me offer a short prayer for his soul, for his bereaved loved ones and for the strength needed to surpass his demise. I am really feeling down, all of us are and I just know life will never be the same. I just pray that God will continue to make his kids and wife strong. That whatever happens, they'll never give up on life. Hence, see even more to it. That this is God's will. That we will all die anyway, so it's not actually goodbye but see you later (really really later please). With that, I have made a short poem that I dedicate to all the weak-hearted due to the situation. I actually made this when I saw my mom cry, I hate seeing her cry. But then again this applies to everyone who is sorrowful, tomorrow is a new day.

Be strong darling, please try to be strong

Even when the world you've came to know seems so wrong

Go on darling it’s alright for you to cry

I’ll be here and I’ll make sure to wipe them all dry

Things are difficult now but darling it won’t last

This world is round and soon you’ll be a happy cast

You shouldn't dwell to what makes you sad, promise me

That whatever happens, you will always try to be happy

Life is full of ups and downs we all know that

But when it’s there, all advices we get would still make us so sad

What you need to realize darling is that He wouldn't allow

A problem that our heart and soul couldn't bare now

There,there darling, I am right here

Let’s kick those problems off and wipe away your tears

If you can’t be strong yet, I’ll be your rock and I’ll stand tough for you

Until the very day when this is over and we’ll see a wide bright view.

Guys, always make it to a point to show the people you love that you love them. Make sure that they feel it and that you wouldn't let a day pass bearing a grudge in your heart towards a person. Life is too short so explore all random possibilities, love rather than hate, always appreciate, be kind, live life.

xoxo,

Ellie (I'll make sure our name will be heard)

Eventful Week

This week has been a very busy one. Work has gotten cray cray and I had a hard time juggling my tasks since I was also sick and I always came in late for work. Good thing I work with awesome people who has got my back when times get tough.
So since we're too stressed with how things were going, Paul thought of a way on how to get rid of it. I didn't like it at first but I just said yes because he seemed too excited. His plan? We watch Insidious 2 in a movie house at dawn. Evil, right? Lol. I never ever have watched a horror film in a movie house 'cause I know I wouldn't be able to handle it. But of course due to his persuasion, I gave in. :p
So there we went... He picked me up at work and we headed to Resorts World Manila to watch the hair-raising movie at 1:35am. And guess what? I enjoyed it so much! Paul and I covered our eyes and screamed our lungs out. Everyone is the theater were. It was so fun and I'll definitely do it again.

A day after our scary movie adventure, we had another task in line. Paul's mom, Mama Letty is sort of active when fun runs are the topic. So they invited me to join them for a benefit run against diabetes. It's called 'Candy Rush'. I had to wake up insanely early in the morning so I could join in and I was excited since it's my first time. I had so much fun catching up in the lane with Paul, his mom, his sister and his mom's coworkers. It was a fun-filled Sunday and it was all worth it even though my legs are pretty sore right now.

Accenture Shirt Day

Last September 25, we were obliged to wear Accenture shirts to work in order to have our pictures taken. So I'm gonna share to you some of the photos we took that day. Also, Paul bought me this pepper corn from Serenitea and it was just the yummiest ever! You guys should try it! :)

Forlorn Angel

I remember how I felt when you stared

How my heart skipped a beat though somehow, I’m scared

When I first saw you, it dawned upon me

That all the difficulties in life would become so easy

I remember those late afternoons where you’d take me

To see the sunset even though I know you’re quite busy

Those nights when we’d lay down and watch the stars from afar

I  miss the taste of your lips as we kiss on the hood of your car

I remember how I didn’t have second thoughts when you asked

If we could run away from everything and just leave the past

As I packed my things that night, I recall smiling

Because I love you so much and I was sure things were going to be exciting

I remember waiting for you with glee

I was very happy so I smiled at every stranger I see

Minutes, hours and a day has passed but you weren’t around

My heart sank and it felt like as if it wanted to drown

I remember going to the same place every day

Just to see if you were there and if we could already run away

But three hundred and sixty five sunny and rainy days has passed

Darling, what happened to us? I thought our love would last

I remember waking up in a beautiful place

Things were sparkly and almost all people move with grace

I know I was supposed to be happy to find out

But I only cried and cried and shouted out loud

I remember being the sad and sorrowful one

The smile escaped my face since I know we’re undone

I held on to your promise up to this very day

It caused the blue skies of heaven to turn to gray

One day, as I watched our meeting place from above

I saw you stepping out of your car holding a bouquet with love

You were still very handsome, you never aged

I didn’t care about the rules, so I immediately went down with savage

You can no longer see me, you never will

I was about to wipe your tears away when a kid appeared

“Daddy, come on mom is waiting”

I was shocked from what I heard and my heart started bleeding

I remember you asking for my forgiveness

And that nothing could ever replace the sadness

You recalled that on the day when we were about to run away

You had to fulfill a duty so to avoid any dismay

A wing has been taken, a punishment for being hard-headed

I want to say sorry too, for being an early departed

I was supposed to be strong even just for myself

But darling when you left, I knew there was just not enough help

I wanted you to know that I have forgiven you

Even if in the deepest part of me, you will always see the blue

I’ll be your angel and your family’s guardian too

Just so you know, I will always, always love you.

Working Girl

I might not bring up work most of time in here but I actually do have a real job aside from blogging/writing. I work in a company full of possibilities and opportunities. I should say, even if I hear rants most of the time, I still love the company I work for. Most probably because of the people I work with. When tough times come and shit gets serious workwise, these people actually turn things around by cracking hilarious jokes. And oh... since they're the more mature ones (haha), they make sure to always remind me of why I'm working. And that is to travel. :D

American Apparel

I'm the type of person who would definitely leave the house wearing a ragged V-neck shirt and denim pants. So yeah that's me, most of the time. Keeping it simple equates to being comfortable but keeping it simple doesn't mean it has to stay there, you can still rock simplicity out. The only line of clothing that actually lives up to that is American Apparel. I am sooo happy they're finally in the Philippines! The company actually sees to it that they give their customers the vintage feel, and hello, I'm the vintage girl. ;) I follow them on Instagram and I grabbed some of their pictures to have it posted here (credits to the owners). These are my favorites by far (Instagram: americanapparelusa)

Magic Hands

Hey guys! While waiting for the first release of the #poetryandpaintings collaboration, I asked Prince's permission if I could post some of his artworks here in my blog. I got his yes and so, I present to you the masterpiece of the man with magic hands:

The last one is my favorite so far! Are you as excited as me for #poetryandpaintings?:D

- Ellie 

And they say... She's so lucky!

I was expecting the usual dull ending of a week and was just waiting for the weekend to finally start.
He said he was already in Cubao with his friends and they were planning to grab some booze before heading home.
I was quite busy with work trying my best to squeeze in the 1 hour left of my shift so I don't have to go overtime.
And then he called. He's in the lobby and he's waiting for me.
I was like "wth are you doing here!? I look so haggard, i've got tons of work to finish and ughh wth?!!". Okay, that was a bit exaggerated but I was really stunned. This is not the first time, nor the second but he just gets me everytime! I mean, will this ever get old? :)
I hurriedly went down to see him and before reaching the gate, I saw my man holding a box of cake and a cup of coffee all for me. Oh Paul... I'm indeed the luckiest.

Collaboration II

Hey guys! Remember my artist friend, Prince? He's actually the one who did the cover photo of Rockstar's Muse 2. He again invited me earlier to do another collaboration, it's a somewhat rebirth of his old project, 'The Forlorn Angel'. He wanted to preserve his art and he wants to add more value to it by incorporating a story/poetry behind the painting. He gave me the bottomline of what inspired him to draw and I did it earlier. I am soooo excited to show it to you guys! I promise to post it as soon as Prince is done with his masterpiece.

-Ellie

Appreciation

When I started writing, I was so eager for my friends to read every creation of mine. Sometimes I think they're not even interested but just took the time to read them since I'm their friend. When I started sharing my stuff to the internal blog of the company I work for, I was stunned by the reaction I got. My posts were always appreciated, noticed, applauded and it was even featured on the 'Hot Blogs' portion. And to think, the things I post there are 30% work related and 70% non work. People then started emailing me, talking to me via chat, visiting me in my station and one even gave me chocolates! That moment, I realized that I must be doing something right for people to react that way towards me. I am very thankful to Accenture for the awesome idea of having an internal social networking site where you get to communicate with the thousands who are working for the same company. Oh and just a little fact. Paul first became interested in me when he saw my posts and luckily, his seatmate at that time is a friend of mine. ;) See how destiny works? Haha :)

Best 9 Months in My Life

In two days, me and my boyfriend will be celebrating our 9 months together! Time flies and what I think just happened yesterday has actually happened 9 months ago. I should say, it's been the best so far! Readers of my blog have seen the cheesy side of me when the topic is Paul. The man is a blessing from above! I don't want to brag but truth be told, there are only a few guys like him nowadays who would go through hell just to make his woman happy. I remember saying to myself that if I'll be a guy, I'd be like Paul and I'd definitely treat my girlfriend as a princess as well.

This day last year was one of the most awful days I've had. I felt like a loser and practically, a mess. But God must love me so much for not prolonging my agony a bit since just a few weeks after, I met Paul through common friends. And the rest is history. :)

And all the things I deserve...

...for being such a good girl. <3

Boracay 2013

I had the most amazing time of my life last week. I went to Boracay for the first time and it was even more special since I was with my boyfriend. I just can't get enough of the beauty the island has to offer. We even tried a lot of water activities and all of which were very fun. Since Paul came, the dull colors of my life immediately brightened. He's such a blessing and having to spend time with him in that island makes me realize on why we're together at all. <3