Nicole will start the NEW YEAR with a BLOG! este BANG pala..haha
2009.
Everyday was an exhilirating adventure. A period of self-doubt and self-discovery. Kudos to myself and everyone else for getting this far and surviving the year that passed. It wasn't what i thought it would be, but i am in no way dissapointed. God's plan for my 09 was well plotted and i know that it all happened for a reason.
I'll try to make this short because honestly i myself hate long blog posts :)
As silly as it might seem, i actually made a note of my supposed new year's resolution. As far as i can recall it was one long ass list, but.. don't ask me what they were because i dont remember. So much for putting an effort to the list. haha!
I remember saying to myself, "this is my year, this is our year". Being a college senior, the last year was a period of make or break. Passing, failing, and all these dilemmas. Above all that, the knife in everyone's chest was back then the upcoming NLE. Despite the fact that the NLE is on its way it surely did not stop us from having FUN. lol. Inom, gala at tambay (the triad of our existence).
the many milestones..
Best Debater --TDS Inc., A BPO company launched the "It's Academic! English Challenge" as part of their English Advocacy campaign. A series of challenges were given out, including tests for both written and spoken english. Winning the 1st leg, was already a remarkable feat but winning the 2nd leg was just astonishing. Coming from a provincial university it didnt even cross my mind that i had a shot at winning, i mean we were competing with some of the well-known universities in the metro odds were not that good. But..in the end i was awarded the Best Debater, and hell to the yeah proud to be a BULAKENYA!
Pinning --As a nursing student, this event marked our becoming, a significant prelude to our quest to become RN's. I still remember the procession, walking into a venue filled with friends, family and schoolmates, an overwhelming moment. I couldnt believe it at first, "Ito na ba talaga? Pinning ko na, pinning na namin". I was even guilty of shedding a few tears as the program went about. Memorable :)
Graduation--April 03, 2009. Sa wakas naka-graduate din! haha after 4 gruesome some years of college, degree holder na din! wee! Intensive review sessions started a few days after, way to spoil the graduation fever. ugh. But oh well, at least graduate na. haha!
Board Exams--2 days. It all came down to two days, damn. After months and months of preparation, our minds was already put to the test. We (with my bro and my bessy) checked in to a motel in Sta. Mesa(my 1st time to get inside a motel, bongga ang mirrors! haha). I didnt get to sleep much and woke up at like 4am, talk about my nerves in a verge of meltdown.In my opinion, the first day was tolerable. I was still smiling, "topnotcher na topnother pa din" words that i said to my brother after tests 1-2-3. I was giggling with excitement(to myself, i know i acted like a nutcase) after seeing a handful of familiar questions from our pre-board. IMCI and Peri-op nursing, oh thank you! Sir Riparip, I love you! That afternoon, we headed to the mall to chill, as my brother said "para marelax utak mo". We decide to watch a movie, guess what it is. Drag me to hell, some mind relaxation eh? Come night time, my brother decided to drug me just to fall asleep, he gave me 2 pills of benadryl. It helped i guess. . the 2nd day was dreaded, I couldnt even smile after that. My optimism faded into black. Fear started to rush in again.
TDS days --After our boards while the rest of our colleagues were retreating to the comforts of their homes, 6 of us went straight to Pasig, our home for the next 3 weeks. Exhausted from everything that transpired, all i wanted was to finally rest, but.. we didnt quite just yet. We spent the night talking about the exams, questions, answers, mishaps and everything else. Man, was it a long night! Fun,fun,fun :) The next morning was the big drag, we had to wake up early, not that we had that much of sleep, to get ready for our first day of training. 2 rides from our place to ortigas, plus traffic equals who knows how long the travel will take. Alas! we reached our building, rode the elevator and in to NY. Our trainer was a familiar face, our beloved Sir Mon who taught us soo much.. Drop it like its hot, Rica's and Rita's. Oh the memories. Tiangge hopping, balot and BBq, Trinoma, Coffee afternoons, Pulvoron! The English was way over in our heads i could've sworn that the saleslady almost cried. LOL Met a couple of new friends and had a once in a lifetime experience. Who would forget the thief who should not be named, and Kuya Jeff with all his predictions and stories. A challenge, 3 weeks away from home, we survived it and it was hella fun! Two of my valuable possesions were broken during our 3 week escapade: my N95, and my heart. Broke up with my then boyfriend :(
RN-- I passed the Phil. NLE. Nicole Lei Ma. Paz Socorro Perez Fonacier, RN. Probably the longest name on the list. I cant even put into words the joy i felt upon hearing the good news. I learned it from one of my good friends Lenz, who was the first to send me the text. Followed by my older brother's horrendous knocking on the door showing me a picture he took from the list of board passers. One of the happiest moments of my life! No words can equal the joy i felt :)
The many firsts..
*Driving a car, stick shift, and by myself! A few bumps here and there but hey every beginner went through that :)
*Total black out after drinking, the last thing i remembered was talking to my friend then wham! woke up with a massive headache and my clothes all changed. What the fudge! good thing it happened in my house!
*Trying to smoke.A HS buddy taught me how, and it wasnt a pleasant experience. Note: I only smoke when i drink and hang out with my college friends, well at that time it was like 2x a week.LOL
*Completing a Novena and a grand Church tour before the board exams :)
*First time I ate PARES. I didnt even know what it looked like, it was a big mystery to me. Good thing my bessy made me try it! yum,yum :)
*First time I ate PARES. I didnt even know what it looked like, it was a big mystery to me. Good thing my bessy made me try it! yum,yum :)
*Riding a packed bus in the metro, and had to stand up during the whole course of the trip. Add traffic and voila, a perfect addition to an impending badtrip! haha
*and a lot more.. my memory is failing me.
Treasures..
my barkada-- Dencio, Alaine, Thet and Madz. My friends from start and hopefully til the end. 2009 has been rough for us, being busy with all other things, we dont see each other as much as we used to. We still find time for our bonding moments, and thats whats important. Love them so much.
Bes Ambie--my bestest best friend, pano ko ba idescribe to? haha! She was able to put up with me for years, haba ng pasensya nya infairness. . Thank you for a wonderful year beskoi!
3A Grp 2 and 4C Grp 8,-- the crazy bundle of student nurses. Dami natin napagdaanan sa labas at loob ng hospital, miss u guys so much. Our drinking sessions, strolls, picture taking and tsismisang walang humpay. haha! :)
College barkada-- drinking buddies? bi's? haha loved every minute with my all of u. CofiCut at Orange, tara na! haha. Special mention to Camille, Mika, and Jose. Miss hanging out with them already :(
Cousins and relatives-- From both sides. My extended family. Looking forward to whats in stored for us this 2010 :) Are you smelling a reunion?? haha
Family--my brothers, EJ and RP.. add me to the group and there's gonna be a huge rumble. haha! my ma and pa, the ever so overprotective and supportive. haha Love them, No doubt :))
New Barkada-- Monday volleyballers/Friday Sessioners. ahaha. Accepted me when i first got here, being the newbie and all. To my BFf's Kevin, Mhay, and Rubi. Love u all :)
Ikaw-- oo ikaw nga!Whoever is reading this.. kasama ka din sa treasures ko :) *hugs
Lovelife..
Starting 2010, SINGLE!
Haay, dont even get me started. Way back when or i think even until now I've always been the one to admire the beauty around me. So yes! I have tons on crushes, LOL sometimes i try to make friends with them, successful at times but most of the time it doesnt really lead to anything worth keeping. I just love to keep my options open and Im still searching..
I thought I had him , i actually thought that my search was over. I fell in love, but.. in the end i fell out of it. For one, I am a pretty demanding, and he couldnt keep up with it.. I guess I grew tired of his many excuses. Dont wanna give out too many details. We eventually broke up and love lost! But trust me, I've moved on :)
Now that I'm single and ready to mingle..
Hey you! Whoever you are, i know you're out there. Im so tired of being alone, so hurry up and get here :))
The big change..
One big step I had to make in 09 was a more of a permanent step out of the life i lived for the past 19 years of my existence, moving to the US.
I found out about it during the first quarter of 09, and didnt think that it was for real or if the plan would even materialize. Well, obviously it did, and i've been staying here for almost 5 months already.
Leaving my friends and family behind was a big heartbreak. Walikng out from the life you were so used to was even harder. I spent my last days in Pinas with them, and tried to make the most out of it as possible. Happy memories :)
There are a thousand WHAT IF's but the hell with that,when the clock hits 12mn everything will be in reset. A new book to start, a new page to write.
My deepest gratitude to the Creator for giving me a wonderful 2009 and giving me the chance to
live up to 2010. God is good indeed.Thank you to everyone who made my 2009 colorful :)
Looking forward to another memorable year.
Looking forward to another memorable year.
With lots of love.
God speed :)
