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first bridal party gathering

Rachel Domingo — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 20:03:54 GMT

I was recently asked to be a bridesmaid for one of closest friends, whom I’ve known since high school. My first post-college non-family wedding to not only attend but also be a part of. Last night, the bridal party had an informal get to know each other / engagement dinner for Susan and aside from having a lovely time, there was this particular moment that stuck out.

We were in the dining room eating the amazing dinner that Jackie had put together for us. Full course meal with salad, pasta, meatballs and garlic bread. Candles and fine silverware on the table. Two bottles of wine. One of the maids of honor suddenly commented how getting married made you like an “official adult.” Then the other maid of honor added that the wine was actually freaking her out because it was so grown up. And then we all kind of erupted into this “holy crap we’re adults” now but don’t really feel like we are conversation. But it was just really.. nice? Often times I see or hear about other people my age who seem so much older than me. Like they’ve just gotten to this place of marriage, kids and adulthood that I am nowhere near yet. And truth be told, I’m not ready to be anyway. But it felt nice to be around other people who feel the same way I do. Adults who don’t really feel like they’re adults yet. Then other topics came up like work, commuting, and being in bed by 11pm like old ladies.

It was just one of those moments where it hits you and you can’t help but wonder how and when you went from a teenager to where you are now.

twilight mania

Rachel Domingo — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 18:52:33 GMT

I read all the books. I watched the movie on opening day. It was terrible but still entertaining (because it was so laughable). I even bought the dvd and watched that sh*t for a week thinking it would grow on me like “A Walk To Remember” eventually did (which didn’t happen but I enjoyed it a little more without screaming teeny-boppers around). But I’m seeing the movie in a whole other light now.

Yesterday was my boss’ last day at the office. And the plan was to start the festivities off with Twilight because the guys wanted to see it. Plus I was to be their Twilight expert (embarassingly enough).

It. was. unbearable. I felt like I was seeing the movie through their eyes for the first time. Unevenly paced, badly acted, cheesy effects, terrible montages and slow motion scenes, story poorly explained. Then they were let down by Edward sparkling (dude, weren’t we all!). My only amusement came from their reactions, commentary and impromptu drinking games (a sip for every time they saw flannel, Edward gave a creepy stare, Bella did this weird spazzy breath / shake her head thing, etc). Such an entertaining experience.

It’s night like those where I enjoy being at work again.

a lesson learned

Rachel Domingo — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:36:57 GMT

So I noticed something today about an old friend, through the stalker tool that is Facebook, and.. it’s bugging me. Unnecessarily and annoyingly. And as I’ve often felt before, I got that urge to blast my frustrations on this blog. Maybe this is a sign of maturity but that doesn’t seem like a very good idea anymore. In the past I deemed this as censoring myself and why should I do that on my own blog, etc etc. But you know, there’s a difference between being honest on your blog and sharing too much personal information (especially if you’re not ready for the aftermath – ie. people you don’t want knowing this information reading it and possibly exploiting it). Don’t get me wrong. I like sharing on here. Whether it’s the latest song I’m obsessed with (FYI: The Luckiest by Ben Folds), a silly music video (see previous entry), how I celebrated my birthday or whatever. But like most things in life, there should be some kind of line. A balance. A line where if you stupidly (or naively) cross it and later get crap for it.. well maybe you were sort of asking for the drama you got afterwards. And believe me, I am all about living drama free.

And with that, I’ve shared all that I’m willing to share on this public forum about today’s frustration. I’ll leave the real details and actual venting to my friends (aren’t you guys lucky!).

making music videos.

Rachel Domingo — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 13:06:34 GMT

Want to know (and see) how I spent my Friday night? Me and my cousins have these random impromptu recording sessions. Basically them showing their latest covers and me on my laptop making a video of it. I wasn’t sure which one to post at first but here’s their cover of No Doubt’s “Spiderwebs” which also features my cousin’s girlfriend singing.

(The other cover we did that night, Alicia Keys’ No One can be found here.)

Enjoy!

song of the day - ignorance

Rachel Domingo — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:33:58 GMT

A friend of mine complained about being struck in the tri-state area for the long 4th of July weekend (4 days!) but I actually wanted to be home. I got some me time in on Friday (even though I was running around and baking), the family came over on Saturday for a BBQ, my Domingo relatives visited on Sunday, and I spent all of yesterday with my cousin & her kids. I also cleaned my room and got a manicure. Go me! All in all – it was a relaxing yet energetic weekend.

Anyway – song of the day. Paramore officially released the first single off their new album entitled, “brand new eyes,” today. And I am loving it! I have a good feeling about this new album. Of course, being the lyrics freak that I am, I gotta highlight the parts that stood out to me:

I don’t wanna feel your pain / when you swear it’s all my fault / ‘cause you know we’re not the same / oh we’re not the same / friends who stuck together

You treat me just like another stranger / well it’s nice to meet you sir / I guess I’ll go / I best be on my way out / Ignorance is your new best friend

This is the best thing that could’ve happened / any longer and I wouldn’t have made it / it’s not a war no, it’s not a rapture / I’m just a person but you can’t take it / the same tricks that once fooled me / they won’t get you anywhere

Here’s the song. Listen to it. Buy it on iTunes (or wait until the album comes out on Sept 29th). Hope you like it!

Paramore – Ignorance