The Story Behind My "Kakuriputan"

After reading this, you would probably understand the reason behind my so-called "Kakuriputan". Heee.

I don't see this as a problem, but the thing with me is that I am not fond of spending grand for stuff. Maybe because me and my sister were raised in a family where luxury has never been a priority. We grew up in a family where money would meant a result of a day of labor and hard work for the part of my striving parents.We were never spoiled, yet we were also never deprived of what we need. 

I also somehow know what it takes to earn money. And yes, it wasn't easy. When I was in grade school, I had to sell some of  my sticker collections. I also had to sing in front  of the class just so we can raise money for our class funds (5 pesos chorus part, 20 pesos whole song). I also had experienced having some of my W.I.T.C.H collections for rent back then. I did those things because, I don't know, maybe as early as those years I had my passion for selling. Those, I did out of passion, but when we got in a bit of a crisis, I asked my mom if I could sell sandwiches to my classmates. That I am sure, I did out of love and to support my mom and my family.

When I was in high school, there was only one thing I did to earn money. And that is to write notes for people who didn't jot down lessons during the entire year. I charged them, 300 pesos per notebook (inclusive of the notebook and first to fourth quarter notes).

Now that I am in college, I think most of you know that I (together with my friends) sell Animo Shirts, through a brand we call Green Tee. Soon enough, I will venture possible opportunities in Odesk and Nuffnang.

Well anyhow. I also do not like to splurge on things because I still do not have the right to do it. For one, I am still not capable of producing money of my own. Yes I have a small time business but without the support of my family, loved ones and a little of my savings (which were also from my parents technically speaking, because they were the ones who give my allowance) I wouldn't have even a single penny with me. I think it would be disrespectful of me to splurge on stuff, while they are working their butts off just to send me to school and help me raise money that I need to support me on my ventures.   

And what if I already have the right to do it? Well I guess, I won't still do. I'd rather invest them in some business hoping that my money would go places.

If you're wondering if it would be possible for me to change my ways. Hmm, For now, and for long, I think, I am cool with it. :)

I think I have stressed all my thoughts related to me being "Kuripot" fair enough. It's up to you my reader to decide if you still call that Kuripot or something else.
 

I will blog about where I get my things in a few days, for those of you who are wondering. :)

xx,

Yana :)

What If?

Until now I am still wondering kung ano ako if wala ko sa Insys. Siguro active ako sa different extra curricular activities like when I was in elementary and highschool. Tatakbo ng student council. Sasali ng ganito.

Siguro pinursue ko passion ko for dancing, Pep or LSDC. Or passion ko rin for public speaking, courtside reporting, or DJ-ing sa radio. O kaya, siguro kasama ko narin yung friend ko sa acting sa theatre. O kaya band. Pangarap ko talagang kumanta kasama ng band infront of a crowd tapos naka super rockstar chic outfit ako. Libre naman mangarap diba? Hanggang ngayon, pangarap ko parin yung mga yun. :">

Becky's Kitchen: Mango Cheesecake

 

This was the Mango Cheesecake we got from Becky's last week. It cost us PhP 75 bucks to buy a slice of the cake. The cake tasted just fine, just right to take those cravings away. Ofcourse you wouldn't expect anything grand from a slice of cheesecake that cost less than a hundred bucks.

Anyway, I liked their Fudge Brownies and Tofifay better. Too bad I wasn't able to take pictures of those. Promise I will, when I get back there. 

x.

Yana. 

Sikatuna Part II

It was drizzling when my thesis mates and I decided to have merienda in Sikatuna after interviewing EPWMD in Quezon City Hall. We ate different kinds of street food such as Calamares, Quail Eggs, Penoy, Siomai, and all sorts of ihaw- ihaw we can actually imagine. We also bought ice cream sandwich after eating all those stuff. Mind you, we only spent less than one hundred bucks for a tummy-filling merienda.

Nan waiting for his choices to be grilled!

Those were my orders (Well, not all! Mind you. Hee :P)

Jungle bolo, sipping on his ice tubig after finishing his Gulaman

 

Trying out the siomai which costed PhP 5/pc

So full,
Al.

Blog Posts Due

I will be blogging about Becky's, my mom and my thing about bargains this week. I am just prioritizing my acads at the moment. Too many papers, too many tests, too many projects, so little time. Still very grateful for the time and chance that's been given to me though.

I'll keep you all posted.

x,
Aly

Bad Dream

Today, I woke up from a very bad dream. And so, I prayed and asked God, "Bakit kaya sa twing nananaginip ako Lord yung mga bad lagi yung naalala ko. Super bad. Kapag maganda yung panaginip ko, wala ko matandaan. Or worse, did I ever dream of happy things?". Thoughts started to cloud in my mind and so I started thinking, "Oo nga, di pala ko nakapagpray kagabi. Natulugan ko yung laptop ko. Di ko pa nga napatay yung ilaw eh." and "Ayan kasi, snooze ka ng snooze ng alarm mo. Ayaw mo magising, may gagawin ka pa."

But then I realized. Siguro it's one way of reminding me how much those people (in my dreams) mean to me. It's one way of making me realize that really, I cannot afford to lose them, and so I should never take them for granted. It's one way of reminding me to express my love to those people because, we'll never know if they are still here tomorrow. It's also a way of reminding me that this life is not ours, it's God's.

I felt nicer after that short personal time I had. Thank you Lord. You're forever good talaga. :-)

Happy now,

Al.

My Cafe Lidia Experience

It was half past two when Anj and I decided to go to Marikina and explore where Cafe Lidia is. It was actually an impulsive decision for we didn't have any idea where to spend our time in. We initially wanted to go to Eastwood but we thought we didn't have anything to do there, so we pursued our impulsive plan(?- ironic; impulsive but plan HAHA)

I personally didn't know where the Cafe is. I just had a chance to read several reviews on the internet about their food, as well as their place. Relying in my retentive memory(?), we headed to Calumpang Marikina. I called my sister and asked her to text me where the exact address was. Thanks to Andrei, the jeepneys which we followed, and the very nice Marikenos, we found the Cafe easily without wasting too much gas.

We reached the place at around 3. We were nicely welcomed by their crews. I didn't expect the Cafe to have such great edifice since it was situated in concealed (well at least, for me) residential place. The interiors were great. I actually felt like I am in some local beer pub in the U.S. (like those I have seen in the movies)- cozy, and laid back.

They have an array of cakes to choose from. Price ranges from PhP 80- 120/slice.

We ordered three entrees- Buffalo Wings, Seafood Marinara and their house special pizza. We also had a slice of Choco Marshmallow Cake for our dessert. Basing from what I saw and also experienced. They offer very affordable dishes. Price ranges from 120-300, as far as I can remember.

House Special Pizza - PhP 230 (Good for 2-4 persons)

Buffalo Wings (PhP 160)

Seafood Marinara (PhP 160- Good for two)

Choco Marshmallow Cake (PhP 85/slice)

As for the taste. I liked everything. From the wings to the pasta to the pizza, down to the dessert. Real value for money. I was also actually surprised because in that time of the day, the cafe was already half full. It just proved how people love the Cafe.

The entire experience was indeed very fulfilling. Not only did it fill my stomach, but it also actually strengthens my thought that Filipinos really excel in cooking, regardless of the kind of cuisine they are offering. Filipinos really have the passion in the said field and so they(we) excel. I'm happy because the Cafe did not only meet my expectations, it actually surpassed them. I'm glad because I walked outside the Cafe not only with a happy stomach but also a happy heart.

Cafe Lidia is a must try! I hope you would also be able to hop in sometime. :-)

With a happy heart, and stomach,

Yana

Advanced Happy Birthday Mom Over Skype

 One of those moments when we got to chat with mom over Skype. We realized that her birthday is already fast approaching so we sang her a happy birthday song, and made her blow a candle. Her upcoming birthday would be the fourth year of not being able to celebrate it with us, physically. I am always thankful to God for giving my such a wonderful mama. - Such wonderful parents, actually. Love my momma to bits. She is my best-est friend.

 

 

When we sang her a happy birthday song.

Happy daughter and forever mama's baby,
Yana