Don't Judge --- I'm a Fan

I'm a fanatic! Seriously I am. But I just don't admit it when I was younger because my friends will definitely tease me. I have different groups of friends from different backgrounds. Due to peer pressure from my smart and wealthy friends, even if I have butterflies in my stomach seeing a celebrity crush I have to contain it within myself because it will destroy our "sophisticated image".  Ooooopsss, don't mistaken me as a social climber. They are aware that I'm part within the poverty line family. So they know that I only buy what I need and what I can afford. I'm frugal in terms of money so most of the time I always tell them my budget. hahaha Luckily, they never belittle me because of my societal status. However, they are just against people who treats celebrity like a god. They said you can admire or be inspired but never go head over heels like a cheap stalker-ridiculous wannabe of a celebrity. They are humans like us so always maintain composure and observe the right etiquette. WELL NOTED! CHECK!

To cut the story short, in the first week of January (thanks to Twitter) this year, I saw the tweet from no other less than Mr. Jim Paredes announcing that he is selling his own album - Laro and take note he is in their house in Sydney. How cool is that dude? Of course, it is a question between -- it is now or never? But I was apprehensive of --- "How about my precious image? (duh!!! whatevah!!! precious precious ka dyan...magtigil ka...illusyonada ...hahaha) So I contacted him through his email account and I gave my mobile number. And *drum roll* he sent an SMS. I felt an overwhelming elation. I couldn't stop reading his message over and over and over again. You know what he message me, "Hi Marinelle, what do you prefer to send it through post or you can pick it up in my house?" I was literally squeezing my pillow because I couldn't believe a celebrity is texting me. Dude and dudettes, obviously I want to meet him in person. I grew up with APO music in which he is a member and I don't want to let this chance to slip away. 

Last January 18, 2012, with all courage Ate Maria and I went to his house in Greenmeadows. It was 1 1/2 hours from my place but I simply don't care. hahaha We pressed the door bell and **ding dong**, "Hi!", it was a woman (his wife). I shyly responded, "Good morning! We have an appointment with Sir Jim about the CD." Then his wife ushered us towards their living room to wait. Then 5..4...3...2...1, a manly voice said "Hi! Ano nga ulit name nyo?" **starstruck mode, lunok laway** Then we introduced ourselves. Eureka...he remembered my name. We stayed in his place for about 15 minutes with a bit of a chat. He was very accommodating and he never runs out of what to say. Galing ng charisma!!! Panalo chong!!!!!

So let me share my pix with the Legend -- Jim Paredes.

 di masyadong obvious na kinikilig --- sya!!! hahaha

abot tengang ngiti --- 5 seconds of fame ;)

~*~manelle~*~

Chillin' at Lake Monger

It was one of the many ordinary afternoons when my dearest Paowee invited me go somewhere. When I asked him where is our destination, he casually replied, "Surprise! Basta...pag-ilis na dira!" Just split of a second, I'm all ready. 

Lake Monger is found in Leederville, WA. It has a beautiful landscape with various flora and fauna. Most locals come here for jogging, picnic and strolling. So check this out:

 The view of South Perth

I'm so in love with the greens ;)

The serenity of the place is a perfect place for relaxation. 

 Paowee strutting his America's Next Top Model pose

Bridge, wharf, dock and the like will always remind me of any romantic movies ;)

~*~manelle~*~

For the Love of Ice Cream

Everybody loves ice cream. Hardly you will find someone who has a distaste against ice cream. This is one of the top favourite refreshments especially during the summer season. Summer won't be complete without eating either a cone or a cup of ice cream. In this entry, let me share to you the story behind my fascination towards ice cream.

One afternoon when social networking site was not yet known, I was peacefully taking my nap in the lanai of my aunt's place. When all of a sudden, my lost and grumpy friend tried with all his might to wake me up. Let's call him -- PEPOPE. Then he said with a troubled aura, "Hey, get up and get dressed. We are eating ice cream. Hurry!" At the back of my mind I said, "Dude, I'm still in Everland with my Peter Pan and then you spoiled my fantasy".  Honestly, I would like to give him a Manny Pacquiao's punch for cutting off my dream. Nonetheless, for the sake of friendship, I granted the favour he asked. He took me to a convenience store and asked me to pick an ice cream. Without second thought, I picked the yummy Drumstick while he had the Magnolia Pinipig Crunch. So we head back home while enjoying our ice cream he began to say, "When you have problems next time, simply eat an ice cream to cool you down then you will be ok." I thought his statement was totally eccentric at that time, however, when I was in Uni every time I am under stressful situation I find myself walking towards Julie's Bakeshop, Ice Castle or Dessert Factory to buy ice cream. Since then, eating ice cream became my non-pharmacological treatment against anxiety and depression. So I called it ICE CREAM Therapy.

~*~manelle~*~