Say hello to 2009...

Before anything else, here’s a quick glimpse of how I spent my Christmas break…

Dec.5-7, Regional Math Camp

Gone to Molave with my sisters… I had fun roaming around the place with my friends and spending the evenings playing games and chatting with them. We also had to do some rounds to check on my schoolmates being President and all… But ultimately, I had my regrets.. I even posted something against one of the facilitators of that event… Well, they can’t blame us… they failed to meet our standards...

Dec. 16-18- Regional School’s Press Conference

This event gave me the jitters. Like, press conferences are the only contests I really look forward to every year and this is gonna be my last!!! The thought of it really depresses me.. So I had to give it my best shot!! I had 3 contests to attend, Copyreading and Headline Writing, Feature Writing and the Journalism Quiz Bee… Well, sadly, I went home bathed in tears as I only got 4^th place in Feature Writing and 2^nd in the Quiz… That won’t be enough to bring me to the nationals! But what really saddened me was the thought of my friends not supporting me… Like, they preferred to sleep inside the quarters rather than watch my contest! I guess, you’ll really never know who’s been true to you until these things happen… hhhmm… It’s a long story though before you would really understand what I’m talking about.. hehehe.

Dec. 24- The day before THE DAY

Waaaahhh!!! I woke up early for the last day of Simbang Gabi… NO, I didn’t complete the 9 days… This is the only day that I attended an early mass… why? Hhhmm… Our purok is the sponsor and our family had to bring an offering to the altar… I’m not used to waking up super early… But well, I’m proud that I did… From 7pm till the next day, we had our Christmas party and Noche Buena as well… I held three phones by 11:00 to greet everyone a merry Christmas… I didn’t wait for midnight anymore coz the network might jam… It was Fun!!

Dec. 25- Christmas!!

The busy streets were almost empty. I guess, everyone’s stuck in their houses just like me… As usual, I spent the whole day watchin tv and bonding with the fam… Well, Christmas isn’t really about the decors, lights, balls, santa, gifts etc… It’s the day where everyone unites in celebrating one simple yet very great day in history… The birth of our one true savior Jesus Christ… So rather than complaining about the other stuff going on this season, why can’t we just focus on the true reason of this annual celebration?! I think it’s time that we start renewing ourselves and follow Christ?! Dba?!

Dec. 27- Laag

I had this chance to go around the city with Mona… We went to Gaisano, ate takuyaki and saw Jimbert!!! He gave us p500 to tour him around.. What luck!! Hahaha. After an afternoon of walking around, someone invited me to Golda’s café… He gave me a gift… But it’s a secret… I liked it though… hehehe

Dec.28- Hair!!

I got a haircut! As in, you can really see the difference… My hair really got shorter! ‘twas ok though… haha. It got super straight because of the blow-drier… I was supposed to have this at the end of the year. Like, it’s already been a culture for me… but it served as a preparation na din for tonight… It’s ate shobe’s debut. Hhhmmm… Kakilig jud sila ni kuya kyle!!!

Dec. 30- Christmas Symbols Capital of the Philippines

After being stuck inside the house for the whole day, we all went to Tangub to see the beautiful big glowing Christmas thingies there (don’t know what I should call ‘em) hahaha… I had a great time with the whole family!!!

Dec. 31- Goodbye 2008!!

Wow! Time really flies… FAST!! Haha.. 2008 has really been a great year for me… yes, I had my sad and embarrassing times… But I can’t remember them anymore… I guess it is better to view life in this perspective… Why focus on the bad stuff when there’s always something good or even better?! Well, alls well that ends well… But surely, I would be off the pits now if it weren’t for some special people in my life… So I thank:

• God. For all the blessings he has given my family and I. For all His graces and for keeping me strong throughout the whole year. For providing all my needs and for letting me learn a lot in life. There are soooo many things I have to thank Him for. I can’t mention everything here… hehehe. I know I am unworthy of receiving anything from Him but He’s still there… and I couldn’t be more grateful.

• My parents. They’ve always been there to provide, support and guide me in everything that I do. They’ve loved me and will continue to love me until their last breathe. I’m so blessed. I just LoooooVVvvee them! They are simply the best.

• My sisters. I’ve never been closer to them than ever. They are my best friends. I love them so much and always miss them whenever I am away. Yeah. They’re sakit sa ulo most of the time but their craziness is really worth loving!

• My friends. Specially Henritasz- my closest friends. I know I’ve not been a very good friend but I can truly say that I have done my best to be one. They have been there for me whenever I needed them. Sometimes, not. But anyways, I know they care for me and I can’t be more blessed!

• My teachers. For teaching me a lot of things, from lessons to developing myself as a person.

• YFC. For being a very cool family to guide and accompany me in my road to being closer to God. I’m just so blessed to be a part of this.

• Everyone who has been a part of this wonderful year. Even just the thought that you were a part of my life gives me great gratitude for I know that you truly contributed to making me into this person that I am now.

So less than 2 hours from now, I’m gonna say goodbye to 2008 and hello to 2009. Resolutions?! Hhhmmm… I’m not really good at these things but there’s one resolution I have to accomplish this year… I have to post more entries in my Blog!!! Like, a hundred?! Hahaha. I hope. Basta, BAGONG TAON, BAGONG BUHAY!! haha

Well, I have limited time so I say Happy New Year to everyone! Hope you’d have a great year ahead of you!!

-miCh^^,-

a Brilliant Masterpiece....

A young dwarf ready to step out of the shadows and see the real world in her own perspective to someday become one of the giants. Yes, this is me. A juvenile aspirant to great opportunities that are yet to come.

Born on the 8^th of September 16 years ago, I, Michelle Dawn Yap Ramos, was brought up deprived of nothing. My parents, Thomas Lorenz and Susan Ramos, did not just serve as my guide through life and primary supporters but they are my inspiration. I grew nourished with all the love and happiness a child could ever wish for. My sisters, Janne Eloise and April Lorraine, though we fight most of the time, are my lifetime best friends. Though not perfect, I was blessed with the best family one could ever have. And I give them utmost importance as to how I value myself.

A lot of people say that I’m lucky. I may not be the prettiest, smartest nor the richest kid in town, but still, I had my share of these qualities. Physically, you may describe me as a tall, fair skinned, typical gal with slightly blonde hair and hazel eyes, but I say, there’s more to me than meets the eye.

Chiqui- this is what my family and some of my friends call me. Quite far ei?! But this is who I am. I’m a chatterbox- I talk a lot. I speak my mind. But when one needs someone to talk to, I can be his/her listening dummy. I can be a lot of things, even a trustworthy friend and companion. I love to go to places and meet different individuals to interact with. I always have a sunny disposition and brag for fun. My kindness and sincerity sometimes gets shadowed with my other traits but as soon as the sun goes down, one shall see my true goodness. Being approachable and friendly, I have no problem adjusting to different kinds of people though I get shy when dealing with older ones at times. Some might say that I’m strict and snobbish, other crazy, but try to befriend me and you’ll see the difference.

I love purple! It’s my signature color. I also love listening to music- like, who doesn’t?! It’s just that, I don’t have much time to do so since I’m not used to doing stuff with music as a background. I get distracted as times. Know another thing I can’t get enough of?? Food! Eating is one of my major hobbies. I just can’t get enough of it! Bring me to a party and you’ll see me finish a whole mountain of party food. Is this why I’m fat?! Hhhmm… I’m not fond of reading pocket books though I’ve already finished some. It’s not that I’m not interested, it’s just because of my laziness and hectic schedule as well. I enjoy conversation, may it be verbal or though text or chat. Surfing the internet has been in my regular schedule.

Talent?! I’ve got enough. I sing at times- in my room, on the karaoke, in programs (not alone though), with my friends and in family events. My voice isn’t that bad but it’s also not that good. At least I tried! Haha. Apart from that, I can also dance but only when I’m required to. I’m not that well-coordinated. Talk about sports, I’m don’t have an expertise but I am very interested to extreme sports and the not so usual ones like SCUBA diving, and mountain climbing. I have a well-toned voice and good language skills which give me the power of speech. I use this on dealing with a large group of people and on competitions as well. My highest honor won in a contest was when I was hailed 3^rd best anchor on radio broadcasting in the National School’s Press Conference.

Leadership has always been with me since childhood. Considering that I am the eldest daughter in the family, I was always in-charge. I loved the concept of teamwork and learned its true beauty through the trainings I took part in. My skills were not overlooked as I led a number of organizations or clubs. The contests and gatherings I took part in serve as my venue for camaraderie to my co-students and elders as well. These events give me the courage to speak out and make friends despite our differences. I am somewhat a perfectionist, wanting everything to fall into place as planned. But I don’t get upset if I fail, I just treat these failures as challenges- to do better the next time.

When I was a kid, I loved collecting stickers, ball pens, pencils, stationeries, and a lot of unnecessary stuff. Maybe this is why I grew inclined on journalism since my elementary years. I just can’t get enough of these things!! Words really amaze and give me a sense of mystery. I like playing with them just as how I play with numbers. Though I might not be an expert on language but writing gives me the challenge to explore my thoughts and imagination and reveal my creativity. The words I’ve written have already brought me to places and have given me my highest awards.

Despite all these, I owe my whole being to only one person- The Lord, our creator. For without Him, I am nothing. My whole life and personality is molded by His love and His plans for me. He has made me a concrete and vivid image of imperfection. A normal yet exquisite teenager. I am unique and simply brilliant!