Statistically Insignificant

Define PERFECT Day

2016-10-21T08:52:00.001-07:00

It's one where you had one of the yummiest freshest bucket shrimps, pizza, and one of the best cakes you've ever had in a form of a chocolate strawberry layered greatness. Then at night (for the first time in ages) you can sleep without having to set your alarm because dawn choir practice has been moved earlier, play music in the background for an even deeper sleep and to cap it all off, it's raining while you're lying in bed. Somewhere in between you got a schedule for final interview for a job you were hoping to score (and score big) and did a "microadventure" with an "intimate" friend.

A perfect day is a day like TODAY.

Unless it's mad, passionate, extraordinary

2016-10-03T09:17:00.001-07:00

...love, it's a waste of your time. There are too many mediocre things in life, love shouldn't be one of them.

That's what they say.

But what if it is as mad, as passionate, and as extraordinary but NOT love? I think that whatever makes us come alive, even if it's not love, is worth experiencing. :)

2016 so far...

2016-09-28T00:59:00.001-07:00

...has been a whirlwind. Not easy but exhilarating at the same time. This year has been about showcasing my spontaneity and trying out new things. I'm so proud of myself!

Movie Quote Wednesday

2016-06-01T02:16:00.002-07:00

Sharing one of my favorite movie lines...

This one is from "As Good As It Gets" (1997) starring Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt:

Carol: Pay me a compliment, Melvin. I need one. Quick.

Melvin: I got this ailment. My doctor, a shrink that I used to go to all the time says that 50 or 60 percent of the cases, a pill really helps. I hate pills. Very dangerous thing, pills. I'm using the word "hate" here about pills. My compliment is, that night when you came over and told me that you would never...All right, well, you were there. You know what you said. Well, my compliment to you is the next morning I started taking the pills.

Carol: I don't quite get how that's a compliment for me.

Melvin: You make me want to be a better man.

Wear Sunscreen

2016-05-30T09:11:00.001-07:00

Slow down and take things easy, you keep telling yourself. Don't rush. Let your heart heal. You've gone through a lot and though you know you are strong, you've still been hurt. Badly. But it's all easier said than done. Because you've been there. You know how good it feels to love and be loved. And you want to be there again and maybe be there forever. But you also know that nothing good is ever going to come out of hastily getting into a relationship. You've also been there. You know. Then you look back. Where did you go wrong? Was it you? You knew you were ready for that last one. It was good. It lasted longer than all the rest. But what happened? When did things start to go wrong? Enough. There's no use in analyzing that now. You just know it's over and will never be again. Think about yourself now. Love yourself. Wallow for a while and have all the ice cream and cheesecake you want. Make friends. Rediscover your passion. Do what makes you happy. Eat what you want. That guy who calls and then ignores you, ignore him. Don't say yes to the other guy's proposal just because you can't say no. Practice yoga regularly. Take care of yourself.

-__-

2016-03-09T07:21:00.002-08:00

I want to blog again right now. I'm not exactly sure what about.

I feel so vulnerable. That's it.

Where

2015-02-06T00:01:00.000-08:00

do broken hearts go?

I believe they do find their way HOME.

Hahay!

2014-10-18T03:38:00.001-07:00

Ganahan sad unta ko pero saon ta man...

Turning point

2014-07-16T16:32:00.001-07:00

There is no denying it, I have come to a fork in the road. It is again time to make a huge decision. I could go on in this road I'm in and still feel lost all the same, or I could make a big turn to the unknown and make to new discoveries.

This road has become difficult, bumpy, almost unbearable yet it's something familiar that it's comforting in some way. The other road is uncertain...and uncertainties are always intimidating...yet it's curious and hopeful of pleasant surprises.

At worship service this morning, an idea came to me...and I was almost certain that this is what I need...

I am taking the turn...in hopes that this is the right one.

I'm not rid of exams just yet

2014-06-09T03:29:00.003-07:00

I have been in the Computational Math group at the workplace since over a year ago. This means intensive math training in Calculus, Linear Algebra, Python, etc. for us in the group.

I like that I got to learn (for the math stuffs I didn't learn when I was in school) and re-learn (for those that I have forgotten) the amazing mathematical concepts that advanced the technology of the world. I like that this time around I can relate most of the concepts to the problems in the real world because the training is programmed that way (Singular Value Decomposition to Regression, for example). I like that I have learned soooo much new things that I probably wouldn't have learned anywhere else. I like that my brain is constantly exercising. I like that I think I now have a better sense of how a lot things work.

I don't like though that I still get to take exams! And a comprehensive one in linear algebra is coming this week, of which I am so not prepared yet. I have so many things that need to get done at work, studying is last of my priorities. But I have to...I know I won't get fired for failing...however, I'm not the type to go down without a good fight!

Question:

2014-05-30T09:08:00.004-07:00

How do you plan a wedding without all the stress and drama?!

Something's Up

2014-03-06T00:48:00.001-08:00

I am in for something really big...which is the reason for another one of those rare blog posts these days.

So yeah, something potentially life-changing is looming in the premises. It's the opportunity of the lifetime for me. That is why at 4:41PM I am still here at home and would have to come in to the office at around 6PM, the latest ever, because I have a meeting with someone halfway around the globe. While this thing is still brewing though, I still have to hang in this very weird schedule thats confusing my body clock, suffer headaches from lack of sleep, and develop this unhealthy binge-eating habit. If that's what it takes to reach for the stars, I'M IN!

Yey...!

2014-01-06T19:39:00.001-08:00

For the first time since I moved in the yellow apartment, my room is my version og CLEAN!

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fork in the road

2013-11-16T01:24:00.000-08:00

I've been feeling physically and mentally exhausted since this morning. I don't know, I guess I'm just out of it today. Amidst all the emotional battering from watching news of people suffering, here I am again at a fork in the road (of my career). I have to make a big decision again soon. All these thinking and considering while not at my emotional best is draining the energy out of me very quickly.

I wouldn't have given this new opportunity a chance have I not the will to help (financially). I also stood by my belief that we only regret the chances we didn't take. To decide to take this road needs a lot of courage (and risk assessment). It's difficult...but once I make the decision I will stand by it.

So ang akong solusyon sa aning tanang kakapoy..? Work at home! Kay naa man koy wala natiwas nga trabaho nga ma-access ra nako sa balay. Sakto kaha na?

pahungaw

2013-10-23T06:44:00.000-07:00

magpahungaw sa ko diri para ka move on na ko...

walay kasudlan sa akong kasapot ganihang buntag tungod sa mga inconsiderate nga mga tawo. kung makadala'g saba-saba wagas, wala pa naman koy straight nga tulog tungod sa linog ug mga obligasyon nga lakaw. hasula! naa pa naman sila sa akong balay. unta man lang hunahunaon nila ang tagbalay. klaro bya kaayo nga natugaw ko sa akong pagkatog pag-abot nila, suway unta kog balik tog saba sad kaayo sila. grrr...

Dear God,

2013-09-21T08:40:00.001-07:00

I know I shouldn't because you have always been with me through everything, but I still worry about the people I care about. I'm so sorry, Lord God, I know that it seems I don't trust your plans. I do, I really do, but the unknown always get to me. I am just human, forgive me please.

Thank you so much for answering all my prayers. When I asked for comfort you gave it to me instantly. The other thing I prayed to you about, it may not be a yes now, but I know you're telling me to wait. Please give me the courage and strength to wait. I am weak, I can't sustain without you.

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Reflections

2013-09-08T10:40:00.001-07:00

I am now engulfed in darkness and everything is quiet except for the occasional night noises while my mind is fully active (I had a really long knockdown sleep this afternoon.)...perfect time to reflect on things...

...time to look back and gather the lessons of yesterday.
...time to count all the blessings of today, be thankful for the good things I have and the problems I don't have and the challenges that are only opportunities for growth.
...time to look ahead and visualize the future I want to be in.

I've learned that once you decide to really let go of the past, it has its way of just fading away just like that.

I'm all fired up now to reach for my dream: a house of my own. I've always wanted that since years ago, but the timing has always been off. But the time is now, I can feel it!

I wish I can type everything that's going on in my mind, but doing I'm losing it by having to type in a phone where I can only use a thumb.

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Yet another...

2013-09-07T00:52:00.001-07:00

...sleeping starfish position pic I found on my phone. How could I not have noticed this being taken?

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life is random; so am i

2013-09-05T07:41:00.001-07:00

random thoughts...

> in an attempt to analyze my reading style, i've come to the conclusion that for the most part i don't really care much about the plot of the story, rather give the biggest weight to the writing style (and skills) of the author...this though came about as i was reading book reviews of some of my favorite books *while at work and supposedly working*..and why am i reading book reviews instead of actually working? because it's down time! hehe (down time = lazy hour)

> i have also figured out why there has been a drastic decline in my blogging (this has actually been going on a long time ago but i'd like to point out one major factor)...and that is because i now have someone to listen to anything i wanna say, most of them about me and what's going around me and the people i deal with and my thoughts (i'm pretty self-absorbed as you can see). and my listener does a great job at enduring all my senseful and senseless musings.

on a new path soon

2013-09-05T07:34:00.003-07:00

(I don't know why but this entry has been sitting on my drafts folder for so long and might as well publish it for all the efforts exerted in the writing...so this entry is really fresh..oh well..)

Because I've got nothing productive to do today...and I feel so random...

It is excruciatingly hot outside, but good thing the AC at the office works well at daytime (not at night time though) and looking out the window makes me dream of going to the beach...Haaay! That would be heaven on earth!

So today marks my last week at NCR. Yes, if you haven't heard before, I'm leaving this company. Why? Because I'm taking advantage of the rise of my course---Statistics! Statistics has gained much attention with big data, numerical analysis, etc. as of late. It has been 'undervalued' in this country for as long as I can remember. However, we all have our moments and now is our time to shine. Being a statistician is now deemed THE sexiest job in the world. Hehe..well, probably not a full-pledged statistical analyst yet but hopefully will get there in the near future. I will start as a data researcher and that's definitely in the right track.

Perfect match

2013-08-12T22:24:00.001-07:00

Did you know that coffee and mangosteen goes so well together? I suppose that depends on your taste but to me they do. The sour, bitter, sweet, creamy flavors blend so well!

I had this combo this morning and it definitely brought back some childhood memories...

When I was little, ice cream was the ultimate prize for jobs well done. You know, getting honors in class and the likes. And it's not just any ice cream but no less than Magnolia's flavor of the month. (Magnolia used to feature a premium ice cream flavor each month, that we look forward to.) I remember my favoritest flavor of the month ever was coffee mangosteen...hmmm I wish they bring it back!

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Sleeping Position

2013-08-02T02:17:00.002-07:00

Warning: Shameless photo ahead...

So while browsing my phone waiting for a life in Candy Crush, I came across this pic at the album thumbnails of my phone's home screen. Got me intrigued because I was quite sure it wasn't a pic that I took so I took a closer look only to find out it was me sleeping with mouth open (kind of). I looked at the time stamp of the pic and it says 9:34AM today. I immediately know it was CL who took the pic when he came over before going to work while I was heavily knocked off.

So I'm a somewhat of a starfish sleeper. You know, those sleeping positions that are supposedly linked to your personality...I don't know if that's true of has been verified but let's just take a look at what it says about the starfish position.

Starfish (5%): Lying on your back with both arms up around the pillow. These sleepers make good friends because they are always ready to listen to others, and offer help when needed. They generally don't like to be the centre of attention.

Source: Here

Hmmm...it's somewhat true! :)

Relationships

2013-07-13T23:40:00.001-07:00

Why are good relationships so difficult to maintain for some people? And why do some people stay in a relationship that is obviously doomed from the start? Why enter in the first place? Why do you go on fighting for days or weeks only to be back in each other's arms in the end? It's a waste of time and emotions, isn't it? Why do you hold back on love when all it takes for relationships to work is love?

(...while reading fb status feeds.)

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A breathe of fresh air

2013-07-13T21:21:00.001-07:00

Last week, I had a chance to get out of the city and breathe some fresh air in Cantipla for church service. Going there is quite tiresome due to the long trip but it's all worth it when you get there with its cold air and green surroundings.

I wish to come back here soon but this time with him on a road trip with our motorcycle.

Dreams

2013-07-11T21:57:00.001-07:00

For the past few weeks I've had very intense dreams. They're not really terrifying, but there's been a lot if things going on in them and I was always active that when I wake up it seems I never slept. Could this be manifestations to some health issues?