em and mei

Mei and Em's edited photos

2011-03-02T19:52:00.000-08:00

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Serving my High School Alma Mater

2011-03-02T17:40:00.000-08:00

Me and Em finished our high school at Imus Institute, It was the first private, non-sectarian school in our province,established during 1923. I'm proud, that it is well known not only for It's high school education, but as well as for the college degrees it offers. We did not finish college in I.I. though, but I know very well of the quality education It provides at a modest cost. My Mom took up Bachelor of Arts in Economics there, and she's now working as a Human Resource manager in a manufacturing company in our country.

After high school, I went to De La Salle to finish college. I met a lot of friends there, and had a lot of experiences which I will never forget for the rest of our lives. I will always remember all the sleepless nights in finishing our major research, the summer outings with my fellow La Sallians, the stage plays and radio plays we made not just for the fulfillment of our degree but also to satisfy our hunger and passion for arts. The moment I won my first title in a beauty pageant because of my friend's support is tattooed in my memory forever. Finishing college was indeed the greatest and most valuable gift I was able to give my mom. Somehow, It gave her the assurance that a good future is waiting for me. It made me more dignified, and confident, that yes... I could finally call my self a "LADY".

After my life in the university, I started looking for a job, I have sent countless on-line applications and has been through so many exams and job interviews. I was able to pass the exams and pre-employment interviews in some companies in Manila. Banks, Casino, Advertising companies, Airlines, and a lot more. But still, I never felt motivated. Someone introduced me to a certain Chinese company, I was given the opportunity to work there, as an Asst. HR Officer, being in a not so familiar culture, I didn't feel comfortable. I am a Filipino,and the rest is Chinese. They never gave me a clear description of my duty,and I felt like I was just wasting my time sitting and counting minutes so I could go home. Because of this, I decided to quit. It was hard to deal with a different culture despite a competitive salary they offered.

I was jobless for about 2 months, until I received text message from one of my colleagues, telling me that Imus Institute, which happens to be my high school alma mater is looking for a Psychometrician. I felt interested, since the place was near from home and I am very much familiar with the environment and the people in that campus. I immediately submitted my application, and I am glad that I was asked to demonstrate a psychological exam administration right away. After 3 days of training, I already started with my new job. The salary is not as big compared to other companies, but the job was fulfilling. I work with a nice, friendly and considerate boss. My workmates are loving,and happy to be with. And my days is always made complete and happy by all the Hi's and Hello's of my cute students.

I just realized how blessed I am. I won't deny that I have plans of going out of the country and settle there, since I also need to have a more progressive career in the future. But working for my high school alma mater is God's way of letting me serve not just Imus Institute, but as well my FAMILY, my COMMUNITY, my Society before going somewhere else, and who knows? I may have been even just of little help to my beloved COUNTRY.

These are the credits of my profession,which money can never give me.

-Mei-Mei

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2011-03-01T21:59:00.000-08:00

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It was once just a High school dream!

2011-03-01T18:35:00.000-08:00

Way back in high school, I'm used of catching my classmates attention, since I am taller than a normal 15 year old girl by that time. No matter how many times Em told me to join beauty pageants in our school,I just don't feel like joining. It's ironic, since I came from a family of models and beauty queens. I'd rather spend my time eating and hanging out with my friends. Despite this, I know very well about my dream of becoming a model. Even though I did not develop my interest in modeling right away, I eventually told my friends that I'm going to make it someday in the runway. And yes, i did!

I started modeling after high school for a certain cosmetics and apparel brand in our country. After that, I became a title holder in a beauty pageant in our university, I joined more prestigious pageants, and I'm glad that I was able to bring home many crowns for my friends and family.

Now, I am working as a psychometrician,and a fashion and ramp model. Someday, when I already have a family of my own, I will be very proud to show my runway photos to my lovely children. I hope I'll have a child who would be willing to follow my footsteps, If not, I would still be supportive in whatever field he/she would choose to excel.

It was my best-friend Em, who once believed in my talent, and supported me with my craft. She believed in me just like how my Mom did. My high school friends really made a huge part for me to attain my dreams.

-Mei-Mei

reminiscing..

2011-03-01T04:57:00.000-08:00

it's good to reminisce the moments when i was still in college.., have friends, enjoying life, reading books, falling in love, the feeling of panic and tension that you might fail in your major subject, the famous torture of making a thesis, looking forward for sem-breaks and summer.., but the most wonderful moments are the ones with naughty things, and the feeling of having your deepest..and darkest..Secrets!, whenever i remember those moments, i still can't help but feel the chills of being a teen and having the freedom of worrying nothing but my grades and pride..!

but today onwards i will take responsibility of myself and family, get what i want, and settle all my goals..,

as to where my foot sets me?? it will only be the past of my future and the next thing I will reminisce in my next present time..

so let us all live for today.., for today can be yesterday's tomorrow and tomorrow's yesterday..^^

--em-em--

friendship..

2011-03-01T04:01:00.000-08:00

Celebrate Uniqueness!

2011-02-28T00:57:00.000-08:00

The most unforgettable college project I've done!

I was an irregular student way back when I was in 4th yr college. As much as I don't want to do something weird during my college life... I just don't have a choice! I have this lesson in my socio-anthropology class about the uniqueness of every individual. We were asked to dress up deviantly in a public place, and take pictures of it. It could be done in a mall,fast food, park, and any public place.. as long as It is PUBLIC.

I had a hard time thinking what to wear, and hesitant if I would really do such a thing. Until I made up my mind. I dressed up like a show girl in broadway, and ate ice cream in Mc Donald's near our university. I felt so shy and nervous, knowing that I will catch the attention of everybody. I took a lot of pictures with the customers and a fast food crew. Eventually, I became more comfortable and laughed a lot, telling my friends that I won't ever forget what I have done that day. Some were shocked with my get up,some were laughing at me and staring, as if I have done a crime!

Well, being in the field of Psychology, I give importance with the uniqueness of every individual. I appreciate that experience, because It even made me a more passionate person. I learned that nobody can suppress anyone to be who they want to be. Everyone in this world, whether deviant, or normal... deserves to be respected. Celebrate Uniqueness!

-Mei Saradpon

Most funny lunch out we had! :-)

2011-02-21T21:54:00.000-08:00

This picture was taken in that said restaurant

We had this cute experience, It's pay day and we are looking for a place to eat.

We want to eat lunch and have a dessert in a fancy restaurant. We found this restaurant near in our work place, (Sweet S_lutio__) Well, the place was ok, They have this cute freedom wall where you could write down your comments, compliments, and suggestions about the said restaurant. We were so excited, we ordered FRIED PORK CHOPS WITH RICE, BLUEBERRY CHEESE CAKE, and OREO CREAM CAKE, WITH RED ICED TEA. We were so hungry. Finally,the pork was served. We were shocked when we found out that the pork was so rubbery, not even a knife can cut it. The presentation was good, but the pork was not tender. It almost broke my braces, and instead of spoiling our day, we just laughed about it. Good thing, the cake was yummy. Oh my! It was our first time to eat a pork as hard, and rubbery like that. We called the waitress and told her "Miss, pahingi ng palakol, ang tigas ng babuy eh!" filipino term for: "Miss, can you give us an axe, because the pork was so ruberry."

Before paying for the bill, we wrote on their freedom wall, and it says: "masarap ang cake, pero ang kunat ng babuy! Halos matanggal ang braces ko!" (The cake was good, but your pork was so ruberry. It almost broke my braces."

Indeed an experience we would surely not forget.

Lendel Mei Familiar Saradpon

2011-02-21T18:58:00.000-08:00

Nickname: Mei-Mei

Date of Birth: June 5, 1989

Hobbies: Sketching, Caricaturing, Modeling

Profession: Psychometrician/ Model

Educational Background

Elementary: Governor Dominador Camerino Elementary School (Imus, Cavite, Philippines)

High School: Imus Institute (Imus, Cavite, Philippines)

College: De La Salle University- Dasmarinas (Bachelor of Arts in Psychology)

Princess Jasmine is her favorite cartoon character, they have some things in common. Assertive, and fights for her happiness all the time. She always say that if there would be one character she is proud of about her self, that is her loyalty. She believes that love can work out even through distance, time, and difficult circumstances. She loves intelligent people, because she always wants to explore and learn new things. She is the eldest among two siblings, a loving daughter and supportive sister, a friend...

She participated in numerous pageants, and fashion shows in the Philippines. Some of which are for Mossimo, Frederick Peralta, Sophie Paris, Ramon Santiago,and a lot more. She also experienced participating in a body painting fashion show.

Mei spends most of time reading and writing, she loves to hangout with her bff at the coffee shop. Cakes, and chocolates are her bestfriend. No matter how upset and angry she is, she always see to it that her poise and grace is well maintained, because she believes that is how a true beauty queen should be.

Emeliza Esber Ramos

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Nickname: Em-Em

Date of birth: April 21,1989

Hobbies: Watching movies, Cooking

Profession: Licensed Radiologic Technologist

Educational Background:

Elementary: Imus Pilot Elementary School (Imus, Cavite, Philippines)

High School: Imus Institute (Imus, Cavite, Philippines)

College: De La Salle-Health Sciences Institute Batch 2009

Mulan is her favorite cartoon character, maybe It's because they have a lot in common. they both have chinky eyes, real Asian beauty. She is the only girl in the family, a loving daughter, and a responsible sister to her two brothers. She Loves people who have an optimistic personality. on the other hand, she always tell others "I hate stupid people". She loves to eat chocolates,and crunchy pork chips. A loyal friend, and sister. Em spends most of her time at the hospital because of her job, however, she still finds time to hangout with her bff, and catch up every moment they missed.

Her favorite hangout is at the coffee shop, eating cakes and pastries, and trying a wide variety of food.

The Gift of Knowing You

2011-02-20T16:42:00.001-08:00

When you ask God for a gift,
Be thankful if he sends,
Not diamonds, pearls, or riches,
but the love of real true friends.

- Helen Steiner Rice -

em and mei: The Start of a New friendship

2011-02-09T21:04:00.001-08:00

em and mei: The Start of a New friendship: "We have been best of friends since high school. How we met? We accidentally belonged to the same section when we were 4th year high sc..."

em and mei: The Start of a New friendship

2011-02-09T21:04:00.000-08:00

em and mei: The Start of a New friendship: "We have been best of friends since high school. How we met? We accidentally belonged to the same section when we were 4th year high sc..."

The Start of a New friendship

2011-02-09T21:01:00.000-08:00

We have been best of friends since high school. How we met? We accidentally belonged to the same section when we were 4th year high school. actually, we even wished for one of us to be transfered to another section because we find each other so intimidating. However, we tried out best to get along with each other, until we realized, that we are really bound to be friends. we do have a lot of common, we share the same interest, and same group of friends. Though we have some sorts of differences too, we just find it but natural. It is always nice to remember, that we even share one locker then. 

During high school, we have one favorite place, where we used to hangout. That is a hanging bridge in a subdivision nearby our school place. WE even walked in the river, barefoot, and play with the water until the sun sets. We know we might get wet, and dirty doing it, because our uniform is white blouse, white skirt, and blue necktie, It does not matter... We just want to have fun. 

We love to play and run over that hanging bridge with our friends, whom you will get to know soon through this blog. We even had our first boyfriends the same day, place and time in that bridge. It did not last though, because we were both young that time and only have a very little idea on how to handle relationships.

Our favorite food: We eat cheese sticks, made by our friends mom, and chocolates, almost everyday. 

We have the best high school memories ever, and even though we encounter some problems once in a while, we know that those are the spices of our friendship which we will treasure all the days of our lives! 