What everyone needs right now: GOOD NEWS

Here’s one: You should totally watch The Ugly Truth.

Why? Two words: Gerard Butler.

I just found him dreamy in P.S. I Love You (which I’ve watched while shedding tears coupled with the occasional sniffles. It was so romantic:D CHEESYYY ME EMERGES), and totally hot in 300.

Yes, yes. Despite the warnings that everyone oughtta stay home cus of the nearing supertyphoon Parma, I went with the boy and watched The Ugly Truth. Hey, with all that’s happening right now, we could all use a laugh or two. We gotta remain positive…allowing negativity to seep through our mindsets will only result to us harboring more of it.

So smile people! And catch this film.

Giving this flick a 9/10,

Braving the storm

It could have been you. It could have been you who lost a home, a car, a friend, or a brother. Truth is, we’ve lost something in one way or another with Ondoy’s (Ketsana) sudden blow paralyzing the flow of our daily grind. It’s in this vein that the Status team would like to encourage everyone to give out a hand to our ravaged fellows who, in their crisis, still remind us that no storm could ever really sink us.

So let’s spread the love, and paddle our way out of our sinkin’ ships by giving out our donations via Philippine National Red Cross (PNRC), sent through cash or check, credit card, SmartMoney (5577-5144-1866-7103) and G-Cash (0917-9751092). If you’re abroad—you can use your Paypal account.

Drop-offs to commercial establishments are also welcome. Check out drop-off points at gas stations (Shell, Total, and Petron), fast-food chains (Jollibee and McDonalds branches in Metro Manila), schools/religious institutions (AdMU, DLSU, CCF St. Francis Mall, etc.), and mall-based stores (Greyone Social, Trilogy Boutique, Aranaz, Team Manila, Luca, Every Nation, Moonshine, etc.), among others.

This has been a very trying event for all of us but as long as we keep trying to help each other, cliché as it sounds, this too shall pass. For more information visit facebuko, inquirer, thepoc. -TINDABS

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Dear diary,

I can’t seem to fathom how people can’t bite their tongues when they’ve got nothing good to say. After our dance training, my crewmates and I were chit-chatting by the SDA lobby, when another crew who joined Remix Dance Competition passed by behind us. Apparently they think the other crew, who who won second should’ve been the ones in our spot for first. Ugh. I mean, seriously? Are we all still in high-school? Why is it that when people lose at something, there has to be comments how, “It’s so unfair”, “We should’ve won, not them,” the classic “there must have been some form of cheating” yadayadayada. I mean I totally know we can’t please everyone, but a little respect please. We’ve been working our asses off for months for this. Training 4-5 times a week for three hours, even more. Jogging from ground floor up ‘til 15th and back again, ab work-outs, hand stands…it’s no joke. We’re doing all this for the love of dancing, and because we wanna share God’s blessing. Call me cheesy, whatevs. It’s true. I’ve gathered these people together, and each day we’ve been growing as a family. It’s just all frustrating. Being the crew’s leader, it pains me to hear shit like that. I act like I don’t get all affected, all to stay strong for my fam, but in all honesty, its affecting me.

Alright. That’s done. Onto more positive things…

So I wanna put down things that I am grateful for at this time in my life. I’m grateful for…

-having lived today. The chance to wake and get up from bed and live for another day.

-having eaten Tostitos Tortilla Chips in Restaurant Style. It’s the perfect tortillas. Not too salty, not too plain. I love it without the salsa. Yummmm!

-my family. We may not get along always (insert my brother Cody here), but we love each other. And we’re together through whatever life throws our way. I miss my lolos and lola, but I know I got them watching over us. Sentimental moments, kicking in. Moving onnn:P

-my friends. You people are amazing. My trusted handful of pals are the best. They keep me sane (or insane).

-being part of the Status Team. Starting off as an intern for the mag that month of March was the best part of it all. I was starting another chapter of my life. Being part of a new circle, getting to meet the most awesome individuals. Each day was a new learning experience. Getting hired as an Editorial Asst. after my internship was the best surprise. Since then, I’ve been hustlin’ all I can. Of course, I have had my hits and misses, but I’m still tryna do all I can and get better at what I do.

-having the bestest boyfriend ever. I know all girlfriend’s would say that their bf’s are the bombdiggitys, but let me brag about mine. He’s put up with all my crazy antics since November of ‘04. He’s my personal driver. He never complains, no matter how far he has to drive. haha. He loves me, unconditionally. Treats me like a princess (which is all a girl could want). He’s my bestfriend. We go to the movies every week, which I constantly look forward to. We both love eating. It’s something we are both good at;P He makes me laugh. No matter how corny his jokes are. And in those instances, I forget all my worries, all my problems, and everything’s perfect. He’s just…amazing:)

There are still so many things to be grateful for. I’ll put it down as the days progress;)

How about you guys? What are the things YOU‘re grateful for? We always gotta remember, it’s as important to say thanks as we ask for things that we want.

I know I oughta be sound asleep by now…

but I haven’t written up in here for some time, I think I should do some now just cus I have abit of time on my hands.

So some quick updates with moi (I know you could care less about what’s been going on with me, but since this is my blog and all, I get to be the star of the show. ha!)

-my fambam comONE ground won First Place at DLSU’s Remix Dance Competition 2009’s Eliminations and the Final battle’s gonna be on the 8th. So I hope you show some love for my crew and support support support!

-I watched the Vampire Diaries last night. It was ok, kinda tame and light but I think as it goes on it might be able to get that kick I’m looking for.

-I had the best time today. Quality time with the boy. We drove to Rockwell to buy some dvds, that Gears of War 2 game for his Xbox 360, hopped over to Rustan’s downstairs and bought chips and soda. Headed over to his place, dialled up Brooklyn’s Pizza and got the 18 inch one in White Cheese and Porko which was absolutely delish. We spent the whole day just watching movies and talking about anything under the sun, away from our celly’s and Macbooks. I found out why I’ve been with this boy for five years…it’s cus he’s my best friend, and I am his. We’re both very comfortable with each other, he can just fart right then and there and I wouldn’t give a damn. I love this day. One of the best days of my life, forreal.

-I’m working on re-inventing myself. None of that physical shiz, its more on my outlook in life. I have always been all for positivity but I think I need to grab hold of something more solid than just believing. I need to have that faith.

It just hit me I’m totally putting out there what’s in my head, and what I’m feeling. My online blogs usually are the edited versions of what’s in my written journal. Must admit, feels kinda good. Soo there. I better skidaddle. I got a long ass day ahead of me in a few hours and I could totally hear thunder. You what that means…RAIN=BED WEATHER. Let’s just hope that doesn’t continue on in the morning. I love the rain only when I’m in bed.

Wishing for more days like these,