365 Days

Funny how in just a short span of 365 days, seemingly random numbers that have no mathematical meaning whatsoever, a random combination of even and odd numbers that make up a three digit number is able to wake us up into reality from time to time. What is 365 days but the number of days it takes for the earth to complete a whole revolution around a star? What is it with those 365 days that makes us think differently, encourages us to make resolutions to keep, and relationships to fix? What is it with three, six and five that makes us shout out for a celebration for just another 365 days?

Because since the beginning that's how God has created humanity, he has created a creature that looks forward every single day. A creature that anticipates the surprise of his creator for him at the rising of the sun, and reflects about his contribution to those around him as it sets. God has created a creature excited for something. A creature that seeks to continually change and transform himself/herself as time goes by. 365 days is an indicator of a year, a full revolution around a star that gives us light and heat. A reminder that 365 days has passed since we have anticipated for something greatly new in our lives. For me this year comes as a different year.

This is a year for me where I choose and convict myself to 3 simple values. 3 Values that are highly regarded in our community, but on my hand have failed to follow throughout these years. This 365th day is another cause for me to celebrate how God has provided me another chance to allow HIM to transform MY life. The message of the Lord for me this year is simple and yet can create miracles and wonders for my personal and spiritual life. I look forward and see a tough road ahead, but the goal is worth it. He who waits at the cross, walking with me side by side.

LIVE SIMPLY, LOVE FULLY, PRAY DEEPLY

~dabsq

Super Secret Boyband

Our complete picture including KC....

the JACKsons, the people I hang out with within school, my peers/group in school, the people who make me angry, sad, happy, joyous, excited and fulfilled...

my friends...:)

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Charles- My friend waaaayyy before JACKsons, he was a participant when I first team-led a youth camp in August 10-11, 2006 in Philippine National School. But we were not that close until our summer vacation in 2007 where we got together every single day to serve in the Parish Summer Camp. That is when I got to know him, and saw how much he has changed, how much God has changed him, and how much mature he grew as a person and as a youth leader. He's interested in MARVEL, MUSIC, PS GAMES and any other PACKED ACTION stuff *like Flirting* :)) peace, he's not that drama person type, and although other people see him as a joker, or just a random person laughing. I see him as a person, a youth leader, a friend trying to follow Christ's footsteps. He's one of the people who contributed in changing my life.

Kevin- AHHHHHH the quiet dude, and yet deadly. Madalas si Kevin tahimik pero pag bumanat bigatin. I really admire this dude, when he's committed on something, he'll be committed on that something. I NEVER heard him complained *except MY gay (ASAR) times* That's what good about him, he doesn't complain, he knows how to listen, he is happy with living a simple life, and knows when to break ice when needed. He unlocked the secret to happiness. Kevin showed me how life is...simply beautiful.

Josh- hahahaha si JOSHHHHH, this dude, I met him 2nd year, but didn't really got to know him until our 2009 Summer Vacation, when he was transferred to my Cluster. He was the one who introduced me in Greek Mythology And I assigned him and he accepted (DID NOT TRICK HIM) into becoming a YFC Communications Head of our Cluster. I assigned him to that service not because he's talented and/or creative, no I began to see beyond that, I began to see a deep person, a person struggling to live a life which is rooted in Christ. I see him beyond the artist everybody sees, I see him beyond the loud and hyper person people see...I see him as a contemplative, sensitive and deep person. That he has yet to unleash into the real world (he already unleashed this on the virtual world). And I learned a lot of life lessons because of him.

AJ- YESSSSSSSSSSSSS the dude I got to mingle and know in 4th Year. He really is the 200% most hyper person in the group, he is the complete opposite of Kevin in every way, except in his heart. He's a great person unable to say NO to people in need. He is a person that has a pure heart, that sees life as it is, and tend to enjoy it for what it offers. He knows his limitations and is unafraid of being happy and hyper. He knows when to smile and when to be serious. And he gives life to a conversation. AJ taught me how to be truly happy.

KC- KC KC KC KC :)) haiizz KC! Nasama ka pa sa Picture eh :P As you notice ayan puro emoticon parin, she's a great girl, Girl of the Year nga :)) She's veryyyy special for me ;) alam nia na un, and I got to know her more when we were asssigned as Partners in the YCTP and supposed to be Youth Camp. The long calls, the random chats and etc, got to know KC as a trustworthy person and.......:)) Masarap siya asarin, and she knows how to smile...Truly smile in face of troubles for the sake of others. She knows how to pick her friends...and she is truly magnificent in being a YFC Leader. Magkikita pa kami niyan sa Baguio :P Jejebuster siya khit Jejemon siya dhil sa mga xD nia and yes she'll deny this sasabihin nia ndi jejemon ang xD tpos maraming kakampi sa kanya, she's like this loved by many and defended by all! :)) She taught me how to be patient and how to truly PERSERVERE :> :))

The History? on my Point of View...

We avoid calling names to our group, we don't even define ourselves as a group...But rather as Brothers. Most of us learned to accept life as it is and let go at an early stage. Altough we don't know ALL about each other's personal life, we know we can run to one another in times of trouble. You may not see us always laughing or always fooling around, because we know HOW to balance EVERYTHING. How to balance laughter, sadness, deepness, contemplation, friendship and academics. We know our limitations, I believe all of us are mature enough to live good lives. I know that all-star kami and one thing unites us....and that is our common belief and faith in God...That when we talk to one another and have problems, we know that God is our Solution. Our friendship is built on FAITH, HOPE and LOVE

i'll miss these freaks!!! these freaks I call my own, my brothers in Christ, my friends...

hope to see you again soon

God Bless

~dabsq

PS

Super Secret Boyband *Nick Fury Iron: Man 2*

an simply amazing day ^^

well what else could I say...simple days are amazing days :)

today I got to wake up in the morning, not feeling sucky, tired and bad...I just woke up feeling sleepy, but I got the feeling of peace inside me, the feeling of being relaxed for that single moment, and dare I treasured it throughout the day. When I got to school, for once the door was not locked, and I was able to go inside intending to sleep, but since I got to school 15 minutes late of my usual timing, Mitch and Josh were already there so I sat down with them and laptopped :>

That day, we almost didn't have any lessons, it was a day of rest and break...however, some of our teachers still taught lessons, well of course I was feeling sleepy and all, but I tried my best to fight it off. After the lessons of those teachers, we just came back with our laptop works. You could just see the classroom, full of people using laptops, we had 6 laptops in the room being used, in the second period after lunch. I went down to check with KC the money of the SSC, and we talked about random stuff, and she hurt really really really bad. But we got to finish the checking of budget. We hid the money on its "SECRET" location then I said goodbye and etc. As the third period begins everyone just scrambles up to Justine's MACBOOK and watched SAW V. I guess they didn't like it...heck I myself DESPISEEE SAW V!!! Although I am a fan of the SAW series.

After the laptops, at last period we got to answer our Algebraic Activities which I was surprised that I GET IT! Even though I don't listen and my mind just wanders off from time to time, thank God for this privilege. After in which we started to clean up the place and I went down worrying about how to go to Sophia's place, since I didn't know where it was. Since everyone was supposed to be in Dar Al-Shifa as soon as possible, and I was required to stay at school until 4:00 PM to finish up my constitutional review with Sir Chad. When  went to the Science Laboratory, 10 minutes later, Josh, Charles and Mitch appeared. After 20 minutes charles said goodbye, and I asked mitch when they'll go, they said 4:20, and I requested them to wait for me. Thank you, because they waited for me.

After walking the shortcuts, hearing Mitch complaining to Josh about walking and the fueneral girls that were following us, we got to Dar Al-Shifa in where we were criticized by the people...90% of the crew who were already there for being late...although this was our first time. After discussing and waiting for one of the crew members, we just left and started walking to sophia's place...IT WAS LIKE A MAZE! I felt that I left Abu DHabi for a second...We walked for 20 minutes, then stayed at sophia idly for 15 minutes. When we started shooting, with missing casts, we decided to make much of what's left. Josh became Padre Camorra, and I am Tandang Pablo "I think" We started shooting in this open areas, roads and etc. Then as darkness approaches,we were able to shoot the necessary scenes outside and shot the remaining scenes inside. After going around the Villa and etc. After trying different angles, getting tripped over, ridiculous cuts, and etc. We've done it! After running up and down the stairs, after having awkward moments of Julie's almost rape scenes, after eating all of the food in Sophia's house and Sophia dressing like a chinese woman just to look like a sacristian, we  DID IT! And decided to go home to continue shooting timings for tommorow.

While walking home we were able to have fun, scaring each other while walking. Looking at stuffs, at the eyes looking back at us, running back and forth and screaming. After 15-20 minutes of doing this horseplay we were able to get our taxis together with mitch and Kevin I rode a taxi home...

This is one of those days, those days that we could cherish and treasure, moments that would make us laugh and cry. Moments that would surely make us smile whenever we think about them. Moments  are more memorable and cherish-able if laughter, happiness, friendship, and love are found in them :)

~dabsq

ps1...UII BRIDGE! :P La lng :D
ps2...its cold inside here my parents room, and the fan is blowing right at me...
ps3...break from cutting and trimming for now...ssc stuff and resolutions na muna ;)