It's been a while since I really posted something substantial here. Not that I'm really missing some action here on the web but I just got so hooked up with Facebook since last year. I dunno, I like facebook more than Friendster, because I find it simpler, more organised and easier to access.
Anyway, I'm so excited about Friday. I have a crazy schedule and good thing, i have two days off work after my RDs, so I have the chance to regenerate. You see, one of my good high school buddies is getting married this Friday at the Village Patio in Sikatuna Village, Diliman at 5pm. I'm part of the Offertory entourage with my best friend, Gran as my partner. I was also asked by Paul to sing on their wedding. I'll be singing the beautiful David Benoit composition, "Land of the Loving", which is also my favorite wedding song.
The crazy part came in when I got in touch with my college professor last week. I am bequeathing my crown as Ms CCP on Friday too, February 8th. Although I wasn't really expected to be there at the start of the program at 6pm, still I have to make sure that I'm there in time for my final walk.
Hmm, Ms CCP? That's one of my most kept secrets. (Guess, not anymore) I really don't see myself as the "beauty queen material", that's why I'm really uncomfortable talking about that aspect of my life. Still, no worries, that's part of who I am so there. Here's how it came about:
I took up my BSED English degree in CCP, you see. While I was having my thesis and practice teaching on the 2nd semester, SY 2005-2006, I was asked by my professor to represent the college in this competition. I dunno why he asked me but he did and since he was like a father to me and knowing him who doesn't take no for an answer, I reluctantly said, "YES".
I was definitely the underdog in the competition. Our college didn't have the funds nor did I since I was a working student and supporting my daily expenses. I settled with borrowing stuff from my classmates and friends just to make it happen. My boyfriend was so kind to buy me my own high heeled shoes which I used throughout the whole show. I thought of it as my lucky charm -- full of love and support. =D I had no make-up artists, but I was blessed to be in the hands of talented students who knew more about make-up than I do.
When the pageant night started, it was all adrenaline running high. I was nervous and excited and happy -- all good vibes.. Everyone from the college and my friends from UP and in high school were there to give their support. All I can really do then was give my best. Hahaha. I was in a trance the whole time. No familiar faces throughout the preliminary round. I knew I wasn't drop dead gorgeous or super sexy but hey, I am sincere because I wasn't really there to win the crown -- I was just there to have fun and win the people's hearts. =D
The dance number, the casual interview portion, sports attire portion and business attire portion came and I survived. I was so excited to win the Best Sports Attire award -- the Car Racer outfit was indeed a killer, I was unique and the coolest --not the least bit cliche. I also won the Best in Talent award. I sang Jennifer Love Hewitt's song, Barenaked while playing the guitar. Aaaaargh, the memories give me the shivers.
I guess with that, I was able to get to the next level of the competition -- My favorite part in all beauty pageants.. THE FINAL QUESTION -- wearing an evening gown. Hehehe... We were asked to wear headsets while the first candidate answers the ONE and the same QUESTION. I think I was listening to a Destiny's Child song then but I couldn't remember the title. Then I answered the question: "WHY DID YOU JOIN THE MS CCP COMPETITION?" Ha! I didn't answer, "FOR WORLD PEACE" with a smile that shines from across the miles. Can't remember what I actually said but I believe it was the best then because I WON!!!! YAY!!!
.....
That's why I have this predicament on Friday. I really want to spend time with my high school buddies because it's been a while since we last spent time together. But I know this is a responsibility that I owe my college and the school who helped me in becoming a teacher.
So here's the game plan: from the wedding, I have to leave before 7pm so that I can make it to the pageant in time for my walk. I can imagine myself, running in heels again with this rush, and I know I'll be tired after all these but I know it'll be fun and I'm really looking forward to it. It's just too bad that I would not be spending a lot of time with Paul, Gran and my other friends back in high school because of this.
STILL, WISH ME LUCK, GUYS!
**AND WATCH OUT FOR THE PICS IN FACEBOOK =D
Anyway, I'm so excited about Friday. I have a crazy schedule and good thing, i have two days off work after my RDs, so I have the chance to regenerate. You see, one of my good high school buddies is getting married this Friday at the Village Patio in Sikatuna Village, Diliman at 5pm. I'm part of the Offertory entourage with my best friend, Gran as my partner. I was also asked by Paul to sing on their wedding. I'll be singing the beautiful David Benoit composition, "Land of the Loving", which is also my favorite wedding song.
The crazy part came in when I got in touch with my college professor last week. I am bequeathing my crown as Ms CCP on Friday too, February 8th. Although I wasn't really expected to be there at the start of the program at 6pm, still I have to make sure that I'm there in time for my final walk.
Hmm, Ms CCP? That's one of my most kept secrets. (Guess, not anymore) I really don't see myself as the "beauty queen material", that's why I'm really uncomfortable talking about that aspect of my life. Still, no worries, that's part of who I am so there. Here's how it came about:
I took up my BSED English degree in CCP, you see. While I was having my thesis and practice teaching on the 2nd semester, SY 2005-2006, I was asked by my professor to represent the college in this competition. I dunno why he asked me but he did and since he was like a father to me and knowing him who doesn't take no for an answer, I reluctantly said, "YES".
I was definitely the underdog in the competition. Our college didn't have the funds nor did I since I was a working student and supporting my daily expenses. I settled with borrowing stuff from my classmates and friends just to make it happen. My boyfriend was so kind to buy me my own high heeled shoes which I used throughout the whole show. I thought of it as my lucky charm -- full of love and support. =D I had no make-up artists, but I was blessed to be in the hands of talented students who knew more about make-up than I do.
When the pageant night started, it was all adrenaline running high. I was nervous and excited and happy -- all good vibes.. Everyone from the college and my friends from UP and in high school were there to give their support. All I can really do then was give my best. Hahaha. I was in a trance the whole time. No familiar faces throughout the preliminary round. I knew I wasn't drop dead gorgeous or super sexy but hey, I am sincere because I wasn't really there to win the crown -- I was just there to have fun and win the people's hearts. =D
The dance number, the casual interview portion, sports attire portion and business attire portion came and I survived. I was so excited to win the Best Sports Attire award -- the Car Racer outfit was indeed a killer, I was unique and the coolest --not the least bit cliche. I also won the Best in Talent award. I sang Jennifer Love Hewitt's song, Barenaked while playing the guitar. Aaaaargh, the memories give me the shivers.
I guess with that, I was able to get to the next level of the competition -- My favorite part in all beauty pageants.. THE FINAL QUESTION -- wearing an evening gown. Hehehe... We were asked to wear headsets while the first candidate answers the ONE and the same QUESTION. I think I was listening to a Destiny's Child song then but I couldn't remember the title. Then I answered the question: "WHY DID YOU JOIN THE MS CCP COMPETITION?" Ha! I didn't answer, "FOR WORLD PEACE" with a smile that shines from across the miles. Can't remember what I actually said but I believe it was the best then because I WON!!!! YAY!!!
.....
That's why I have this predicament on Friday. I really want to spend time with my high school buddies because it's been a while since we last spent time together. But I know this is a responsibility that I owe my college and the school who helped me in becoming a teacher.
So here's the game plan: from the wedding, I have to leave before 7pm so that I can make it to the pageant in time for my walk. I can imagine myself, running in heels again with this rush, and I know I'll be tired after all these but I know it'll be fun and I'm really looking forward to it. It's just too bad that I would not be spending a lot of time with Paul, Gran and my other friends back in high school because of this.
STILL, WISH ME LUCK, GUYS!
**AND WATCH OUT FOR THE PICS IN FACEBOOK =D
