Love. Wishing I Have It at the Moment.

Through the years, we've seen a lot of movies that make our hearts melt, that make us wish that we were feeling what the characters were feeling that time. So here are a few movie love quotes that make me want to fall in love...

"It's the scariest day of the year. Yet only one thing scares me -- that we might never have met."
Autumn in New York

“I would rather have had one breath of her hair, one kiss from her mouth, one touch of her hand, than eternity without it. One.”
City Of Angels

"I would rather be a ghost, drifting by your side, as a condemned soul, than enter heaven without you. Because of your love, I will never be a lonely spirit."
Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon

"This kind of certainty comes, but once in a lifetime."
Bridges of Madison County

"Someday my is for him to hold me in his arms, in a sea of deep blue, together at last, together as two."
Can't Buy Me Love

"If I tell you I love you, can I keep you forever?"
Casper

"It doesn't matter if the guy is perfect or the girl is perfect, as long as they are perfect for each other."
Good Will Hunting

"Summer romances begin for all kinds of reasons, but when all is said and done, they have one thing in common. They're shooting stars, a spectacular moment of light in the heavens, fleeting glimpse of eternity, and in a flash they're gone."
The Notebook

"I came here tonight because when you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible."
When Harry Met Sally

"I guarantee there’ll be tough times; I guarantee that at some point, one, or both of us is gonna wanna get out of this thing; But I also guarantee, that if I don’t ask you to be mine, I’ll regret it for the rest of my life... because I know in my heart, that you’re the only one for me."
Runaway Bride

"This is true love. Do you think this happens everyday?"
Princess Bride

"I've loved you from the moment I first laid eyes on you. What would be more reasonable than to marry you?"
Little Women

"I'd rather spend a lifetime with you then to live all the ages of this world alone."
Lord of the Rings

"I would rather have three minutes of wonderful than a lifetime of nothing special."
Steel Magnolias

"Take love, multiply it by infinity and take it to the depths of forever...and you still have only a glimpse of how I feel for you."
Meet Joe Black

“Sometimes I wish I had never met you. Because then I could go to sleep at night not knowing there was someone like you out there.”
Good Will Hunting

"If you're not willing to sound stupid, you're not worthy of falling in love."
A Lot Like Love

"You are what I never knew I always wanted."
Fools Rush In

"It's a wonderful thing, as time goes by, to be with someone who looks into your face, when you've gotten old, and still sees what you think you look like."
The Bachelor

“I love you without knowing how, why, or even from where.”
Patch Adams

"What value will there be in life, if we aren't together?"
Becoming Jane

"Life is not the amount of breaths you make, it's the moments that take your breath away."
Hitch

"If you can't fall in love with your best friend, then who can you fall in love with?"
I Think I Do

"If you die, I'll hold your hand. And the last person you'll see would be me. Because I love you."
Dying Young

"You have been trying to tell me that death is not the end...don’t back out on me, now that I finally believe...I love you."
Final Fantasy

"I was born to kiss you."
Only You

"You know that place between sleep and awake, the place where you can still remember dreaming? That's where I'll always love you. That's where I'll be waiting."
Hook

“It is at times like this that I know what my purpose is in life. I am here to love you, to hold you in my arms, to protect you. I am here to learn from you and receive your love in return. I am here because there is no other place to be."
Message in a Bottle

“If you love someone you say it, you say it right then, out loud. Otherwise the moment just...passes you by.”
My Best Friend's Wedding

My Christmas Wishlist 2008.

In just a few weeks, Christmas is here again. So I guess it's about time to start thinking of a wishlist again. I was supposed to do this next week but my friend from high school Meg recently posted her Pink Christmas Wishlist...so that got me thinking of what I want for the yuletide season.

1. Laptop for my workload

As much as I love the "baby" laptop I have now (I have never parted with my Dell Latitude D610), I need to have a laptop for work. I'm already abusing my "baby" with late night shifts and almost full memory. I need a laptop where I can do all my workload and only that. I wish I can have a Dell XPS M1330.

2. Sandals for my trips

I'm crazy about Banana Peel sandals! I just love their designs since I first laid eyes on them when I started working in SEAIR. Oh yes! I definitely want to collect them! Right now, I have my eyes on the Mixberry and Urban Gal designs. Every design of the Sola Collection and the Sleek Chic is just fantastic so I wouldn't mind getting any from those. Just remember: I’m a size 9.

3. Cellphone for my everyday needs

As with any profession, I need to separate my work life from my personal life. Having only one phone to make calls with clients and family at the same time is simply taxing. So maybe by the time I become a regular in SEAIR, I can request the company to provide me with that. Will they let me have a Sony Ericsson K770i?

4. Cosmetics for my growing collection

I love make up! I especially love those which are simply classic. I don't usually buy high end products but if I was asked which one I like the best, I would most definitely say MAC. I love their blush! From the powder blush to the mineralized blush, I just adore them.

5. 2009 planner for my need to organize my schedule

Every year, I always have to have an organizer. Preferably the kind that allows me to write everything there...and by that, I mean a day per page is a must! The Keny Organizer Perforate would suffice. I always like to have the type of organizer where it’s stylish but very practical.

6. Journal for my random thoughts

No matter what happens, no matter where I go, I always -- and I do mean always -- have a small journal with me so I can write down my thoughts...whether I feel sad or happy or inspired, I just need to have that journal to write it in. A notebook from Papemelroti is always a nice one to have.

7. Starbucks mug or tumbler for my coffee cravings

More often than not, I drink coffee (or hot chocolate) when I work. It is a source of my energy. The thing is, I don’t like drinking in a small cup because if I do, I will keep drinking caffeine and that’s not a good thing. I like the mugs in Starbucks because it’s the right size. A tumbler is also a great gift, if I do say so myself. I can always use the tumbler for when I have cold drinks. Of course, I’ll be able to have discount (no matter how small the amount may be) whenever I order from Starbucks.

8. Digital camera for my camwhoring moments

Let’s face it...to have a digicam of my own would be better (even if I already have a Sony Ericsson Cybershot mobile phone). Truth be told, the phone wouldn’t survive if I abuse it with my camwhoring sessions. I have my eye on the Sony Cybershot T77. My favorite color is, of course, green.

9. MP3 player for my music

Never a day goes by that I don’t listen to music. Therefore, I need to have the perfect MP3 for that. I love Creative Zen (4GB is enough to store music I can listen to all day). It’s sleek, it’s chic, it’s simply fantastic. Whoever can give me this is going to make me the happiest person in the world!

10. Ceramic hair curler and straightener for my vanity session

What have I been saying when it comes to my hair, “Guluhin n’yo na buhay ko, wag lang ang buhok ko.” I take pride in being vain with my hair. I take care of it as if I’m supposed to meet someone special so not a strand of hair must be misplaced. The Vidal Sassoon ceramic curler and straightener is definitely something I can use. I wouldn’t use it everyday but of course, where I feel like going the extra mile, that’s just the way to go.

So those are my ten Christmas wishlist. In no particular order, by the way. Yes, I do want to have some rather expensive things. But when I think about it, these things aren’t just going to make me happy then. They would satisfy me until I run out of reasons to use them and I don’t think I will.

Still thinking of what you can buy me for Christmas? Fret not, here are some more suggestions...

• Shoes or stilettos from M. Nicole (size 9 please)
• Swimsuits from Sun ‘n Sand (my RTW size is small)
• Gladiator sandals (just to say I have a pair or two)
• Necklace, bracelet or ring (silver is preferable; bead-accented are also nice)
• DKNY Women (I’ve been searching for it since I ran out of perfume)
• New books released by Visual Print Enterprises (think Jessica Zafra and Bob Ong and Robin Rivera and Manix Abrera)
• David Cook’s first album (if there’s already one)
• The Nanny Complete DVD Series (since I already have FRIENDS)

Well, for now, that’s all I can think about. Hehehe.

Till my next wishlist.

P.S.

This is an entry to the Christmas Wishlist Online Contest by Manila Freelancer. Check out this site by Melo Villareal.

6-5-8.

6-5-8.

6 years.
5 months.
8 days.

This has got to be the longest wait I have ever had. For most of you who don't know, I have been wearing braces since I was in second year high school. And now, on my fourth month at work, I am free...at least, partly. I am now wearing my retainers and it is absolutely fantastic! Yes, I am enjoying it. But hey, regardless of the fact that I am super happy to have my braces off, I have to admit I will be missing my braces.

It's funny. Now, I just can't seem to stop smiling. Is this normal? Hahaha! I guess it's all right. I missed seeing my teeth without braces! At least, this time, I get to take off my retainers from time to time.

Don't really have so much to say other than this very short entry. I just thought I'd share my excitement to everyone.

From Manila to Boracay then Manila Again.

For those of you who don't know, I have just gotten back from my trip to Boracay. Oh yes! It was a rather unexpected news that I get to join the InFlight team for the cover story coverage. But I'd say I was probably the happiest girl that time because I get to go and see the photo shoot for the cover.

The trip, though it was all work for our team, was a many of firsts for me.

First time...
...to go to Boracay riding SEAIR aircraft (yeah!)
...to do a story on location (exciting!)
...staying in a hotel in Boracay that isn't beachfront...and loving it (absolutely love it)
...not seeing the beach (unfortunately)
...to wear mini skirts and denim shorts without my dad telling me "That's too short!" (Papi just had a breakthrough)
...that my boss saw my evening ritual (now she knows how vain I am)
...to receive so many compliments about my legs (apparently, I have beautiful legs)
...not being able to camwhore even for a little bit (awwwww...)
...to enjoy Mandala's ginger slush and Tropics' mango-cucumber slush (yummy!)
...not eating too much (there's something about Boracay that makes me watch what I eat)
...meeting Cris Yabes (a very nice person)
...feeling not in the Philippines because of the majority people staying in Boracay: Koreans (is this an invasion?)
...to be thought of as a Korean (do I, really?)

Despite working the long hours, I definitely had one of the best times in Boracay! Dinners are always worth looking forward to. Other than the fact that dinners meant work for the day was done, those were times I get to bond with the team. Yes, I was the quiet one in the group but there's only one explanation why...I was hungry and I don't want to do anything but eat.

No, there wasn't really a chance to go and buy some souvenirs or even stroll by the beach to relax. But that was fine. I still enjoyed the trip very much. And despite the fact I wasn't able to take a dip in the beach, at least I got to wear my bikinis...yeah! Ms. Mons was the only one who saw me wear them, though.

Now I look forward to every out of town assignments.

I wonder what's next...