6.12.2023
FREE YOURSELF
5.28.2021
MOTIVATION < DISCIPLINE
4.21.2021
Dear Self,
Dear Mai,
You know, life can get overwhelming these days, we've been going through a tough time and I know that more often than not you're feeling hopeless. I am writing to you because I know that writing helps you calm your mind. It allows you to focus on things that you love and enjoy instead of all the bad things that are going on right now. Writing has long been your escape from the world since you can remember. When you write, you put yourself into another dimension that you forget about your own blues, uncertainties and frustrations. Writing inspires you and you really love it when inspiration kicks you. Who wouldn't anyway? After all, we all need a little inspiration to keep us on track and to keep us going~but sometimes inspiration is just so difficult to find. Too difficult that you just want to give up, let go of your dreams and just live life without purpose. You feel like you're stuck in a tiny bubble with no direction, just floating and waiting to vanish in the air. You have no where to go. Just like a stagnant water. A motionless murky puddle of water. You should know. You'd been there so many times. You are dreamer. You dream big. Your Daddy told you~ you are special and you are capable of anything. That you can be whatever it is that you want to be. And you believe him. But there are days that you feel like it wasn't real. There are days that you feel like you failed him. That you're not capable of anything. That you couldn't be whatever it is that you want to be. I guess that's life. It's cruel. It's not always about unicorns and fairy tales. It's life. And no matter how tough you are it will hit you and it will beat you to your knees and keep you there if you let it. But I know you're tough. You're a warrior. You're a survivor. You always get up and fight for what you're worth. You keep moving forward and win. It doesn't matter how long will it takes for as long as you're moving. Always remember that every little step (no matter how little) is a step closer to your dreams. A step closer to success. So take chances. Take risks. Accept challenges. Accept failures and learn from it. Get out of your comfort zone. Get better. Do what you love. Do what makes you happy. Be inspired. Be an inspiration. Love. Love yourself. Don't just exist. Live. Live life the way you want. It's your life after all. Above all, Pray. Do your best and let God do the rest.
xoxo,
Mai
3.02.2019
2019
December
Let's start with the holidays. My first Christmas party in five years! Yey! We had it at Vikings Marikina and it was a blast!
Ubekeso Day
January
New Year was spent at home cooking my first ever pizza! I felt like my cooking skills just leveled up.
I did it. Can't even explain how it felt after. Was able to finish it without complaining and being sungit and for Michael it's pure happiness 😂 He kept on kissing my head and told me after, very good ka 🤣😅🤣
P.S.
I am not a catholic but I respect his religion, faith and panata 😊 For the past years, was able to join him sa mga mass lang but never sa procession. This year we made it together 😍 Thank you God for keeping us safe
xoxo
Mai
5.07.2017
THE SUNDAY CURRENTLY | 04
currently..
Reading
If you are reading my previous post, you knew that I have been spending most of my down time watching tv series and Kdramas--that means, I may not have read a book since my last Sunday Currently post. Or maybe I did, I read a bit of 50 Shades of Freed then stopped halfway through cause I got destructed and yeah, lazy. I feel really guilty though about not reading a book because I am just too lazy and I am too lazy to do anything about it.
Writing
I really want to deal with my inconsistency better--whether it's about reading, sketching or writing, for this has been a constant problem for me. So now that I've got some inspiration to finally write again, I really wanted to build a strong writing habit and to do that, first--I have to be fully committed. And being committed means writing at least The Sunday currently on a weekly basis. Ok, I'll try. I'm writing my 4th now.
Listening
Dutifully listening to my student while she's reading an article. Multitasking at its finest cause time is everything and more. Lols.
Thinking
Lunch. It's half past one and I am still here having classes. I am really starving and I can't stop thinking about food. I really can't wait to finish these classes and devour my much-anticipated lunch or whatever it is the boyfriend is cooking.
Smelling
Fried hotdogs and tuna. Obviously because the boyfriend is frying hotdogs and opened a can of tuna for lunch. Just the smell makes me even more hungry, I don't care if I'm having breakfast food for lunch (cause that's the easiest food the boyfriend can prepare) all I care is that I am fvckin' hungry--I could even eat a horse!
Wishing
Of having a work-free weekend. I just wish I could unplugged into work on weekends but I couldn't. I mean I could but I just won't. I'm crazy. I know. It’s often a pressure that I'm putting on myself, not necessarily something that I must really do. Argh, I should really work on that. I should make my weekend free time a priority.
Hoping
I just hope I could have a worry-free, nice and relaxing weekend.
Wearing
Striped tank top and comfy yellow short-shorts. I'm still in my sleep wear so obviously I haven't taken a shower yet. It's my most fave working-from-home perk. Lols.
Loving
The feeling of having something to look forward to. I don't want to tell you guys yet cause I am still working and planning on it and I don't want to jinx it. If everything goes well, I promised, you'll be the first to know.
Wanting
To finish all these classes and give myself some free time not to think about anything, including work.
Needing
As much as I am feeling inspired right now, still-- I am in desperate need of more inspiration--to write, read and design. So if you have a secret to inspiration that will forever keep me inspired to do the things I want to do, PLEASE do let me know. I know that some people just find lack of inspiration as an excuse for laziness (I do too) nevertheless, it's helpful to get things done, works for me all the time. Sometimes, we all need a little inspiration after all.
Feeling
I'm feeling inspired and I hope it will stay that way. So, I am really trying my best here to be consistent. I don't want to wake up the next morning extremely unmotivated again. Not again, not ever. I finally get to start writing again and I hope soon, I get to do all the things I wanted too. No more excuses. Just get them done. Pablo Picasso once said, "Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working." it's a great creed to live by, so I gotta live with it.
4.29.2017
GIRLBOSS: A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes
GirlBoss is a Netflix original series consist of 13 episodes and was released April 21, 2017. Inspired by Sophia Amoruso's best-selling book. This series follows the rise of Amoruso's multi-million dollar fashion empire, Nasty Gal. And here are the 6 Reasons Why I love GirlBoss.
(First) just like Sophia, I love fashion. I want to be my own boss and just like her I am dreaming of having my own fashion empire in the near future. And watching it gives me tons of realization about me and my dreams. It inspires me to keep dreaming. Stay focused, go after my dreams and keep moving toward my goals. It won't be easy but it will be worth it.
(Second) I love Britt Robertson. She's so pretty and talented and has played all sorts of characters from quirky and sweet, to those with a harder edge. In the series, she plays the starring role of Sophia, a rebellious, broke anarchist who decides to start selling vintage clothing online. Brit really did a great job portraying nasty Sophia. Sophia really is something, I hate and I like her at the same time. LOLS.
(Third) I love her friendship with Annie, her bff played by Ellie Reed. I love how they care for each other and how much they love and inspire each other and yes, I love the 'I love you in case I die' thing they tell each other when saying goodbye. I totally cried when they had a falling out and then realize how much they love and need each other. Definitely bff goals. Made me miss my bffs. I can never really imagine life without them.
(Fourth) I love Sophia's creativity. The way she alter clothes. How she re purpose old clothing's into entirely new ones is amazing. I see myself in her. We actually have lots of things in common, including our love of thrift stores and altering clothes. My love for thrift stores run so deep that I would rather spend long hours browsing through racks and racks of old and used stuff than shop in the mall. Alter them and called my own. That feeling, so fulfilling.
(Fifth) I love the outfits Sophia and Annie wore in the series. So stylish yet look so comfy and cool. I love dressing up, it actually boost my mood and overall confidence. I love mixing and matching old and used fashion pieces. Dressing up doesn't really need to be expensive, it doesn't require you to have a closet full of branded and expensive clothes. It's all about expressing yourself, being you and your style and be comfortable with it. You don't dress up to impress and please other people, you dress up to please yourself and to feel great. And besides, life is too short to wear boring clothes.
(Lastly) I love how the show empower women, the title speaks for itself. Sophia is without a doubt an example of an empowered woman. She knows who she is, what she wants and isn't afraid to go and get it. She takes full responsibility for her life. She makes her own rules. She values her passion. She takes a stand and most of all, she empowers other women. She is an inspiration to us. If she can achieved her dreams why can't we?
So DREAM BIG. Big dreams are the reasons why the world changes for the better. BELIEVE. When you believe in yourself, other people believe in you, too. WORK ON IT. Because dreams don't work unless you do. Everything is not as easy as it seems but nothing is impossible if you put your heart into it and keep a positive mindset. Don't be afraid to fail because failure isn't a bad thing, it's essential to learning. Never give up. When the going gets tough, keep on going. Keep moving forward and keep pursuing your dreams. Eventually, you'll get there. It's exhausting and draining but the rewards are well worth it all.
So there you go people. I hope you like the post and somehow it helps and inspires you to dream big. And if you haven't seen the show, it's out now and you can binge-watch all the episode from the first season online. Watch and be inspired to follow your dream and to never give up. After all, a DREAM is a wish your heart makes. Have faith in your dreams and someday, your rainbow will come smiling through. No matter how your heart is grieving if you keep on believing- the dream that you wish will come true. (I just so love this song). So yeah, just DREAM, BELIEVE and WORK ON IT like a GIRLBOSS.
ctto: All photos from Google.
11.15.2015
THE SUNDAY CURRENTLY | 03
Reading
Writing
My 3rd *yey* 'The Sunday currently post'
Listening
the whirring fan behind me..
Thinking
About future plans, now that I am back into the out--I actually have to do a lot of things. Looking for a new place, planning to take a fashion class, thinking of some charity works, getting a life plan, organizing a new trip--while planning a Christmas party and an anniversary all at once. PHEW!
Smelling
Smelling Misha's fresh, sweet--milky scent. There just something about the way that new born babies smell--they smell really really good, so good that make them irresistible. Giggiiill!!!
Wishing
That everything will be ok and everything will fall into place.
Hoping
To have more classes so will have enough money to rent a new place, buy slippers for island students and to visit Daddy this Christmas with the boyfriend and fambam.
Wearing
Black tank top and a pink short-shorts.
Loving
Misha's pretty lil smiling face, tiny hands and toes--cute lil movements and sounds she makes.
Wanting
A new place. Hopefully the boyfriend and I can find a place we can call our home--our own.
Needing
Money..lols!
Feeling
Better and fresher. Rejuvenated and I am feeling like I am more than ready to wear my cape again. I have a feeling that Super Mai will fly and save life in no time.
Have a blessed week ahead nation and hey, I am back--Super Mai is back. Welcome back to me!
10.08.2015
10 Ways You’re Still Being Immature and NOT a Real Man
Boredom got me like.. a little sentimental. I miss home but I don't want to be back yet because that means 'hello reality again'. I am not yet satisfied with my vacation and I still want more. Or let just say I am not ready yet to be back on duty. No,Mai doesn't feel like being SuperMai just yet.I am still enjoying my so called freedom and me time. My vacation so far, taught me a lot of things and gave me tons of realization bout life and what I have been missing. I miss Daddy.I miss home, with home I mean, the life I used to have when I was little. Me, Daddy, Mommy and my sisters. That was perfect. Everything was fine.Just like the way I always wanted. Our little home. Our little haven. And how I wish I could have one someday. Err, senti feels.And now, just by seeing Ian's dad at home doing chores makes me wonder how it feels like to have Daddy around. I just miss him. If you are reading my previous entries you probably know that I am a Daddy's girl and I am really proud of my dad. Why not? he's the best Daddy ever. I haven't met anyone like him, not even close. My Dad is the epitome of perfection, I am not saying this because he's my Dad but because he really was. I just feel so sad that he didn't have enough time to show the world how every Dad should be like. If every Dad would be like him, there will be less lonely/ miserable women and children in the universe. So girls, before you commit in any relationship, make sure that you are with a 'real man' to avoid hell of a life. And how would you know one? Don't worry, I got it covered. I googled some info here for you to read. And as for you 'boys' care to find out if you're man enough?!
9.20.2015
THE SUNDAY CURRENTLY | 02
ctto: Ian Machitar |
Reading
Stuck with Paper Towns. Have to put my reading on hold cause I'm in a month long vacation and I don't feel like doing anything aside from doing nothing--haha!
Writing
My second 'The Sunday currently post'
Listening
dogs barking, chicken cuckling ft Ian's Britney Playlist
Thinking
.Where to go, what to eat and what to do next..yay! Iloilo is such a lovely city and I feel like my month long vacation still isn't enough to do all 'the must'. I am so excited for the next adventure!
Smelling
Smeeling the trees and fresh air..ahhh, this is life.
Wishing
The boyfriend is here too, so we could celebrate UbeKeso day together. Sepanx! :(
Hoping
To have more classes so will have enough money for our upcoming adventure. Yay!
Wearing
Time check: 6:30 and I am still in my PJs. Oh yes--too lazy to take a bath haha!
Loving
How laid-back, blissful and simple life is here.
Wanting
A road trip again!
Needing
A good sleep. Actually I'm getting a lot lately but I want more! As in more!
Feeling
Relaxed.
Have a nice evening people. See you Sunday.
xoxo Mai
9.13.2015
SuperMai needs to be Mai once in a while
Most days I'm superwoman but sometimes even my cape needs dry cleaning, my super power needs a rest and me--to take a load off. Keep calm and forget that 'Superwoman to do list'. Apparently, superheroes have bad days too, they get tired, they need a break and yes--they're allowed to vent their emotions and frustrations just like what you guys normally do. Yes they do. We do. I do. Even Superman has to be Clark Kent sometimes as SuperMai needs to be Mai (whenever I feel like it?). You should understand that I am also vulnerable and weak--there are times that I feel weak to even take my ass out of bed, brush my teeth and take a brisk walk. I also get pissed off at everyone and everything around me for no reasons at times. I do have mood swings too. More often than seldom, there are days that I don't feel like flying anywhere, saving life and even giving a hoot about what the f*ck is going on. Like the hell I care. I don't give a d*mn (pardon my french).
The thing is, I am actually not what you and I think I am. I am no superwoman. I am no superMai. I am just a girl, lying in her bed asking for a good sleep. I am a contradiction of myself and it is effin confusing. Sometimes I wonder if which of me is my true self. Crazy! So just in case you're and I am forgetting about the 'real me' being human, well let me remind you, I am and I do have needs, dreams, problems and a life of my own to deal with. Forget saving the world! I am giving myself permission to have an off and be me for now. Forget the cape, the superpower, the to do list. Forget the responsibility, the pressure to do them all and the belief I could. Forget the weight of the world, feel free, be carefree and break away. Guess I need to take the pressure off me to perform at 'super' once in a while because this is what I need to survive--and yes to stay sane.
9.10.2015
Soundtrack to Mai-life
9.06.2015
THE SUNDAY CURRENTLY | 01
Ok, here we go. Like what I've said, I have been reading Yaya's blog since last night. I have been trying to do it for quite sometime now, or should I say since she became a constant topic both all over the cyber and real world. However, can't view the blog, thought there was something wrong with it cause the blog link on her IG bio does not seem to work. Finally last night when I tried again, it worked and that's merely the reason why I am here, kickin' my lazy *ss off to write! I call that 'The Aldub Effect', HAHA. I love them so much (who doesn't anyway?) that I have to stalk them on twitter, facebook, instagram, youtube, blogs and everything. And by stalking, I mean digging for info. *malala na toh* Lols! Never been a fan of a loveteam this much and sorry to say, but I really don't watch much of my country's local 'serye' (drama series) cause I find them really annoying and so predictable. But Eatbulaga's so called 'kalyeserye' is a breath of fresh air. Maybe because it's funny and light and Jose, Wally and Paolo's humor never cease to amaze me. Not to mention Aldub's 'kilig feels' got me like, ohmygee-I-wanna-fallinlove-again *sorry boyfriend* haha. Oh well, going back to Yaya's blog- while reading, I came across this post, which is called 'THE SUNDAY CURRENTLY'. It was a link up made by siddathornton and like Yaya I've also thought of joining the bandwagon because.. why not? Thought it is a good start for me to update my blog, do some real writings and have my mind off from worrying and over thinking stuff that I don't know how to handle anymore *sigh*. And besides it so happens that today is Sunday so here it is, my very first and hopefully not the last Sunday Currently post. :)
Reading
Paper Towns by John Green. The story made me feel like I am living a teenage dream haha. Read a review that said the movie is thematically the same as the book, despite its many changes, wonder what changes are those.. I haven't seen the movie yet cause I am still waiting for a good copy on torrent, lols. The Fault in Our Stars got me drowned into my own pool of tears while watching it so I am quite excited how Paper Towns (movie) will get me like while watching and after I watched it. And besides I am looking forward how Cara Delevingne and Nat Wolff will do justice to their characters as Margo and Quentin. Nevertheless, I love Jonh Green as much as I love Nicholas Sparks. Seriously, these two have something in common- they both write about desperate, hopeless, forbidden love and they are really good at making me cry.
Writing
My very first *and hopefully not the last* The Sunday Currently entry
Listening
Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough by Charice. This is one of my favorite songs, it was originally sung by Patty Smyth and Don Henley but I must admit I am loving Charice's rendition of this song more, I just love how intense yet calm her voice sounded like here. So heartfelt and relaxing that it can even put me to sleep.
Thinking
You gotta be kidding me? I actually am writing this so I can somehow get my mind off thinking but then since you're asking me, fine. I am currently thinking how to spend the day without my mind thinking of a millions things. There are so many random thoughts running through my head and I don't even know to get rid of them. I feel like they'll explode anytime soon so- next.
Smelling
Indescribable smells of nuts, nips and raisins that I am munching right now. (Pasalubong the boyfriend gave me last night)
Wishing
For a miracle? Hmm, a much deserve vacation soon.
Hoping
Get to spend and enjoy my whole hard earned money on me, myself and I. No rent, bills, debts and tuitions to pay. How cool is that? One day. I hope.
Wearing
Blue tank top and a pink sporty short-shorts. My typical pambahay fave.
Loving
My lappy, my Mixed nuts/nips/raisins snack and my Spotify playlist. Keeping me company while waiting for my next class.
Wanting
To avail The Old Spaghetti House's unli pasta and pizza promo now. As in right now. Cravingsss!
Needing
Mai is badly in need of an escape plan. A great and effective one.
Feeling
Feel like I am running out of steam. I am Sleepy and stressed and burnt out and exhausted and tired. But the good thing is I am trying to fight these nega feels by entertaining positive and happy thoughts. I can do it!
Have a happy weekend y'all! I miss you. See you Sunday.
xoxo Mai