The First Two Weeks

The first two weeks of 2012 was a blur. Its hard to explain why. I was very preoccupied on a lot of things - work, requirements, employment issues and spill over drama from the previous year. But the funny thing there wasn't something new to write about. After all the holiday celebrations I resumed my routine but worked extra hours during the first week and will be working extra long hours for the last two weeks. Oh wait there has been a major change that I kind of knew was coming. Here's what transpired during the first days of the year.

I finally signed a contract with a new agency (since the previous shithole agency was not renewed) as a regular employee. So now I will be paying taxes and all those things that the regular work force pay. And I will be having my very first ATM card soon. I know, I know these things might not be a big deal for others but for me it is. I consider it a milestone. Since my employment prospects have become dimmer now, I am sticking around as a general practitioner. Maybe I will be giving it say, six months and from there I will be making my next move. And yes I am seriously considering of leaving Cebu if by that time I am still waiting in the dark. I'll just go where the wind blows. Right now it is too early to tell. Honestly I wanted to stop working and glorify being a bum. I kinda miss it. But then I've realized though it is tiring, its still a lot of fun to have some income. If only I can find a way to be a bum and earn some cash. And that my friends, I have realized that I have become "mukhang pera". And I will shamelessly admit that its the only thing that motivates me to work - not the craft, not the service and not helping people BS. Rotten right? Maybe but I am saving up for my future so I think the means justify the end.

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The weather has been bipolar lately. It rains early in the morning on the way to work, the sun comes up around noon and then rains again in the night time. Hence very conducive for sleeping - that's why its very hard to get up in the morning. So I have been staying at home a lot. Usually after dinner I'd just watch a movie, read a book while listening to music or just get a 10 to 12 hour sleep. I conclude sleep is still the cheapest way to relax and unwind.

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I have strengthen my love for folk rock indie music. I've been listening to Mumford and Sons but now I have discovered a new band that fuses millennial philosophy and folk music. The band is called Fleet Foxes. Heck even the name is interesting and makes you want to check them out. What amazes me is how they write about common twentysomethings issues like looking for your purpose in life and if the job you have suits you or having a life lived as meaningful as your parents and just looking for the right and appropriate time to settle down or switch gears. Yup they are authentic folk rockers with a modern message. I am transported to a cabin in the woods ala Walden while listening to their album "Helplessness Blues".

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I finished reading Chuck Palahnuik's "Survivor". It is the first book I read this year. It was dark, funny and its one of his best works. I picked up "Tell All" last year and I was extremely disappointed with it. His latest works has not been as savagely written compared to his earlier works. The satirical content of the book blended cohesively - celebrity hype, religion, pop culture and even psychiatry added a nice touch to the concept.

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So yeah pretty much I have started the new year with low key and laid back activities. Here are other things that happened. Just some random mumblings.

1.) I tried to do daily bible reflection and readings but so far I didn't do it as diligently as much but I am trying to.

2.) My alcohol tolerance is improving a notch but sadly vodka is my nemesis.

3.) Having life long old friends are nice but in some situations new friends are the ones who knock some sense into you. With the new perspective and mantras they bring into your life, it is just surprising of how they can comfort you despite of the short time you have known them. I mean being friends with someone practically your whole life does not mean you necessarily agree with everything. Sometimes a time out is needed to make the relationship continue and in time, yes you time, will heal all wounds.

4.) My ten year high school reunion was a blast! I had the bestest, most awesome time ever reconnecting with the people who I share the best four years of my life with. An epic era. It has been two weeks but I still can't help smiling or laugh thinking about the event. I will be doing a post on it soon. Once I get the pictures and organize my thoughts.

5.) And yes Sinulog weekend is here! The best time to visit Cebu and the grandest festival in the country. There's so much to do! Tonight I will be going out to dinner with friends, get drunk and then go to a rock concert. Tomorrow I still have no concrete plans nor made arrangements with anyone to accompany me but for sure I will be walking in the streets and just go with the flow. Que sera sera!