I Salute 2013!

Well, this year has been pretty good. I've enjoyed it and I've learned a lot. I feel like I have matured a lot more than before. I finally feel comfortable with myself. I didn't have many downs this year, I did have one but I rose from it and I really kept on fighting for myself.

I learned to let go of the things unnecessary and to enjoy and have fun with my life. I can see clearly than ever before that I have friends and family that are always there for me. I got over the whole being single issue. I am so proud of how far I have come and I am so happy with my life. Yes it is not perfect but I have learned to appreciate and count all the blessings I have.

I am thankful for everything that has come into my life; friends, family, grades. My highlight was passing all my subjects and turning 19. I went to bed on my 19th birthday realizing I should be happy with my life and I am.

I don't know what else to say about this year, but I enjoyed this year. I am even more comfortable with my life and I feel freer and more mature than previously. I am excited for 2014 hopefully I will be able to go back to England and I will be able to find the final answer to why I really did come to the Philippines. I want to clear things out with myself and for my future. I aim to know what I want next year for my future ahead of me. I am ready to take on anything next year and I am excited for new experiences and hopefully new people that I will meet along the way.

Here are a few pictures from this year!

50 Shades of Grey

After a year of owning the book 50 Shades of Grey I finally finished it. When reading this book it came to my mind, why in the world would they turn this into a movie? How will they do it? I slightly fell in love with Christian Grey, he really knows how to pleasure a girl. I don't have much experience or rather any at all to do with sex or love. But its such a passionate book and imagining every scene can tickle a girls senses, not saying that I would want to be Ana.

But my thoughts to making the movie is, yes I can imagine Jamie Doran as Christian Grey but I'm not to sure about the actress they picked for Ana. Jamie Doran looks similar ro what I would picture Christian with his hair and eyes and body and he looks pretty good in suit and probablt without one. Also I'm excited yet nervous to see how they will make this into a movie, though it probably won't have the same effect as the book has as our minds go crazy when reading all the details. I doubt they will show it here in the Philippines they didn't show Springbreakers let alone 50 Shades. I'm still thinking about whether or not I would watch it, I would love to but with who?

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Intramuros

About a week ago me and my friends made a trip to Intramuros. We went there to volunteer for Red Cross. We had a project in one of our classes, Social Teachings of The Church. We had to do something or anything to raise money for the Yolanda victims. We spent three hours sorting out clothes and then packing them. We did two sets of clothes each for a mum, dad, daughter, son etc. Some worked in pairs others on their own. It was extremely hot and it drained the energy out of all of us. But it was a great experience to be able to help out even though it was tiring, I knew that I helped out all I could. But obviously still not enough. I didn't want to complain because I knew that there are more people suffering and going through worse than what I was experiencing.

Before this however we had 1 hour to spare and I wanted to see Intramuros. I've been there before but I just don't remember so I decided to look around.

The architecture really interested me and caught my attention. It looked as if you were in Spain, the influence was still there. The dorms were creepy at the same time I wanted to go inside. I could imagine how haunted all the dorms must be.

I also got to see where the old UST was, I wish it was still there. I also wanted to go inside Manila Cathedral but it was under construction. It looked so nice from the outside. This town must be haunted because of the history that runs through it. This made it more exciting. The town was amazing, I really enjoyed it.

I want to go back so that I can visit the Fort Santiago. It was even more fun with friends. I would definitely go back here. It's a place that has so much history and keeps it within its walls.

Letran 

Manila Cathedral 

Where UST was located 

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My first blog challenge

Done with my first ever blog challenge! It was so hard but slightly worth it. There were so many questions that really help me figure out stuff about myself that I never knew about. It was hard having to do it everyday because I really put a lot of thought into answering every question from the challenge. I hope my readers enjoy reading my blog challenge.

Days 27-30: The Single Woman’s 30-Day Blogging Challenge

27)   Talk about something that you really, really, really love about yourself.

The number one thing that I love about myself would have to be my body shape! I love my curves and how whenever I wear a fitted dress it hugs my hips. I feel so sexy and so I always love showing off my shape, with fitted dresses or skater skirts. That's what makes me fall in love with myself every time. 

28)   Describe a moment when you made a big, bold move. In any area of life: Career, Love, etc.

I guess moving to the Philippines. I moved here at the age of 16 and I've been here for 2 years. It has been the biggest, bravest and best move I have ever made so far. 

29)   Who is your closest or most special friend that you’ve never met and what do they mean to you? How did you cross paths? Talk about how you “met” them: Facebook, Twitter, an online support group, etc.

I don't think I can answer this because there is no one special that I've never met.

30)   Write a letter to your future mate saying whatever you want to say

Dear future guy,

I am so glad I get to meet you. I hope and wish that you will be the first and last man in my life. I have been dreaming about the day I get to experience my first kiss and hug someone more special to me than a friend. I want to wake up next to someone and be glad that I made the right choice. I know that everything comes in its right time and hopefully everything will just fall into place. I don't want to rush anything because I want it to be perfect. I will wait forever until we cross paths so that I know its worth it. I will enjoy my life as it is, being single and running wild and free with the freedom running through me. So hopefully you'll be around the corner and we can eventually see each other but for now I'll keep on walking. 

love from 

Dreamerllie

p.s. I'll wait forever 

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Days 23-26: The Single Woman’s 30-Day Blogging Challenge

23)   Talk about a moment when you got annoyed with a married friend, a person in a relationship, or a person with kids (Be honest! No judgment!)

Whenever my friends say to me not to have a boyfriend, or when they say that I should be thankful that I a single. I get annoyed because it's not fair. I think or rather I feel like it is a part of life to experience getting hurt or to just go through all those problems in a relationship because for me its a way of learning. 

24)   If you could relive ONE day of your life, what would it be? And would you change anything?

The day I left England because that day meant a lot. I was at the airport with my friends and we were waiting for me to officially enter the airport. At that moment we just did our best to be with each other to make the most of it. I think everyday should be like that those moments are the most special. We were able to treasure that moment because we knew it would be a while before we would see each other again. Even if I was to relive this I still would have left. I try not to regret things. I try to accept everything that happens in my life. I am happy now with my life, even though I know I still have a long way to, I feel like I'm taking the right path.

25)   Describe a moment when you “paid it forward.” What happened and how did it feel?

My interpretation of this is if I've lost my virginity? I don't know what "paid it forward" means. But anyways, I am still a virgin and have never even been kissed. 

26)   Name a song that makes you cry every time you hear it and why

Probably Never Alone by Lady Antebellum. I haven't listened to this song in ages because it brings back loads of memories. It has the most amazing lyrics, I used to play this song on repeat and cry at the same time. It is the perfect song for me because of the words mean so much to me. 

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Day 22: The Single Woman's 30-Day Blogging Challenge

22) What fictional character in a movie, tv show or book do you identify with and why?

It would have to Mia Thermopalis from Princess Diaries. I was exactly like that in high school. I was clumsy and I hated talking in front of big crowds. I didn't even stand out before just like her. But then I came to college and I changed I then became more confident and I'm pretty sure I look way better now than before. Where my hair is more stylish, my eyebrows look good and I'm well dressed than before.

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Days 18-21: The Single Woman's 30-Day Blogging Challenge

18) If you could have a conversation with yourself in high school, what would you say?
This is nothing compared to the future. You have frienda and family don't worry about the rest. You will meet better people and you may never see these people again so enjoy the company you have now. Smile and have fun high school is easy and should be fun. You have so far to go don't let others ruin it for you.

Day 19) What is something about you that people would be surprised to learn?
That there are times when I can't take it anymore. I don't like hurting others and I could hate you but I am just putting up with things so that I don't hurt your feelings and for peace.

20) Describe your most difficult breakup and what did you learn from it.
Well sadly I've never really been through a relstionship. Back in high school it was more of having a boyfriend for the sake of it. Even if we did break I wouldn't consider it. Though what I did have ended through text. I learned to get to know a guy in the future in person. What me and the guy had revolved around the internet. We spoke more online than in person. The other one ended with me telling the guy online again or I think through text that its better we're friends. That breakup wasn't bad, actually it was the right thing to do.

21) How would you pitch a reality show about yourself? To what network?
Well I love inspiring people so it would be like One Tree Hill. Where there are lessons learned at the same time it is sad. I want it to show how I don't give up and I keep on going. I want it to show my downfalls and rising in life. I think probably etc seeing as alot of teen girls watch this channel.

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Day 17: Single Woman’s 30-Day Blogging Challenge

17)   What are your spiritual beliefs and how do they impact your relationships/relationship status?

I am a Catholic. This doesn't really effect any of my relationships because I do not judge someone by their race and I will respect them whatever their views are but I would avoid in the future being in a relationship with someone who practices another religion. I feel like it will be hard to combine two religions especially if i ever start a family with that particular person. 

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Days 9-16: Single Woman’s 30-Day Blogging Challenge

The days have gone by so quickly that I missed out on nearly a week of the challenge. I have been busy with school and sleeping as I was ill this week due to the amount of energy I used celebrating my birthday.

9)      Your favorite “weird/funny single behavior” – Anything you do that is uniquely YOU and that living alone allows you to do (For example, I sometimes dance around the house with my cat to Frank Sinatra)

Can picking out a wedgie be one? I can't seem to think of anything but this is one of the first things that came to mind when I read this question. I used to dance in my room alone but that was way back in high school, sadly I stopped after I turned 16. 

10)   Google the meaning of your name and talk about how it fits or doesn’t fit you

"Oath of God" is the meaning of my name. It fits me in many ways. I keep God extra close to my heart and everything I do, I do with God by my side.

11)   Your worst/funniest/most embarrassing date

I would't really say it was a date. But I guess it's the closest thing to a date. It was okay but there was A LOT of dead air! Also I spent a lot of time chewing and staring at the guys eyes. So I guess this would be embarrassing.

12)   Your proudest accomplishment

Living in a dorm. I was dependent and scared and I never thought I could do it. I've been staying in a dorm for nearly a year and I have made the greatest friends ever. It has made an impact on my life as it made me become even more independent. 

13)   Describe how you met the last person you texted and talk about your friendship/relationship

I guess it would have to be my mums friend's daughter. We met when our mums had a college reunion we just got talking. Then she decided to study at the same school and me and also boards in the same dorm as me. We have become even closer and at times I see her like a younger sister as she is younger than me. But she is great fun to be with! 

14)   Describe the last moment you felt really, truly blissful

My birthday last Sunday. I was so happy and pleased, I actually cried that night. I spent my birthday away from my mum and sister for the third time but I didn't feel the loneliness with the number of people who celebrated my birthday with me. There were thirteen of us altogether, first we had dinner then we did a bit of shopping they even decided to spoil me. It felt good to just have so many people in my life I didn't know what to say or to but I really did cherish that day. 

15)   Narrate a conversation between you and someone in your life who you never had closure with (a friend, an ex, a family member, etc.) What would you say? What would they say? What outcome would you hope for?

Me: What happened to you?
Guy: I'm sorry I was busy
Me: So what are we? Like why did you stop contacting me? What happened after that day we met?
Guy: I don't know I just didn't feel anything

I made the situation even more awkward because even I don't know what I want to hear. I don't even care about this person anymore and well nothing happened with me and this particular person so I do not expect anything from him. But I always think to myself... what would I do or say if ever I did see him? 

16)   If you planted a time capsule right now of your life to be opened in 20 years, what would be in it?

I guess beauty products to show my insecurities. I have so many insecurities that I know that one day I will finally accept what I have and I will just laugh at myself. I try so many things to try to get lighter because my biggest insecurity is my skin colour. I know that one day I will accept my skin colour so I am just waiting for that day. 

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