Emancipation: December 2012

Okay, the original plan sana eh top 10 muna for the last quarter of 2012. Kaso iilan lang ang pumasok sa top ten ko and mostly included din naman sa previous top ten list ko. So might as well go straight to my Top 10 People of 2012.

Here goes nothing.

Presenting, my Top Ten People of 2012 that truly influenced/touched my life of which I am thankful for being part of my 2012:

Number 10

Manoy Jonel San Diego and Joseph Ceasar Sahurda

Manoy Jonel San Diego

Younger brother of my God Father and also a Camarrero. He probably own most of the Processional Image included during the Holy Week Procession in Cabusao and still have a few more collection in his place.

Manoy Jonel with Inang Idlip (Dormicion de la Virgen Maria)

Manoy Jonel with
Nstra Sra. Del Santissimo Rosario, la Gran Senora de Cabusao

I owe him a lot for helping me realize my life-long dream of having my very own replica of our ancestral image of Nstra. Sra. de la Aurora. Not a single day passes by without him texting or calling me just to have a little chit-chat with anything about pagsasanto.

Next is JC.

Joseph Ceasar Sahurda

Also a Santo Enthusiast and a Camarrero. I consider him as a brother when it comes to pagsasanto. My mentor! We've been involved in a lot of controversies, together with Manoy Jonel, but we made it all through. An easy-go-lucky guy, and yes, he's way far ahead of me from being an easy-go-lucky guy. He's the current Camarrero of antique image of San Pedro Apostol of Buhi, Camarines Sur.

JC dressing their beloved San Pedro Apostol

I am thankful to him for dressing my 1 foot image of Nstra. Sra. de la Inmaculada Concepcion!

My Immaculate Conception Image wearing Her old dress
Veil was courtesy of JC

Nanay Imaculata with Her new dress courtesy of JC

Number 9

EADC Peers

Peers (both Junior and Affiliate Peers) from the Engineering and Architecture Dance Clucb (EADC) includes Kebs, Kenneth, Vince, Jay, Carmela, Makel, Jundrel and Pom

They are those peeps that I just recently get acquainted to. I must say I really enjoy their company and they really are fun to be with. Minsan nga lang eh dapat pagpasensyahan ang mga ugali, pero at least manageable naman at nakikinig kapag napagsasabihan.

Makel, Pome and Jundrel

Cloe and Kenneth

Ashley and Vince

Carmela

Kebs

Jay

Even though I've just known them for a few months, I've been invited to some of their gimiks, of which, I am really thankful!

During Carmela's Birthday at her place in Baao

At Masuso, Iriga

Number 8

Seasonal Vendors Association

Okay, I didn't expect this one to be included in my top list. But due to the recent events, I decided to include the Association where I am part as LAYASON Office (sic), literally, and my Mother as their President.

Sinali ko sila kasi dahil sa kanila, natuto akong magtimpi at lumaban kung kinakailangan. Minsan nang tinangka na patalsikin si Mama ng ilang mga naghahangad sa kanyang puwesto at kung anu-anong mga paninira ang binabato sa kaniya. May instances pa na pinagsisigawan na si Mama and Tita ko. Nag timpi lang ako kahit nakikita ko ang mga pinag gagawa nila. Pinipilit ko na intindihin sila dahil marahil dala lamang iyon ng bugso ng damdamin nila dahil sa mga nangyayari noong araw na iyon. Pero tinatak ko sa isip ko na yun na ang una at huling gagawin nila/niya yun kina Mama at Tita. Minsan ko na silang pinalampas, kung uulitin pa nila yun, ibang usapan na yun. Handa akong makipag sagutan sa nakatatanda sa akin at kung kinakaliangan ay makipag buno maipagtanggol lamang ang dalawang importanteng babae sa buhay ko.

Number 7

JSL

JSL originally stands for Julie, Jay, Squall, Sheena, Lloyd and Lheila. My friends during my Law School days. They've been my companions during my agonizing days in Law School and they are the ones who help me keep my sanity! Hahahaha! Though there are those times that we just totally lost it and just act as if we were kids! XD

Now, only three of them remained, Jay, Sheena and Lheila. The other two, well, found their way out of the group for some reason that need not be discussed here. But regardless of that, having the three of the five other members of JSL is still worth keeping and thanking.

Atty. Lheila Mendoza

Atty Sheena Arteta

Jay Delloro

Lloyd, Sheena, Lheila, Jay, Julie and Me

Number 6

My Babies

Okay, I must include all of my babies because they keep me company during my hard times and is always there to make me laugh. They never fail to make me laugh and smile. Though there were those times that some of them made me cry and nervous, still, they are my babies and my little precious!

My little brother, Liit

My baby, Lyka

My youngest baby, Dutchess Grace

And here's the first batch of Lyka's little angels:

Liah
Parvo Virus Survivor

Lucky
Food Poisoning Survivor

Mateo (with Manay Lagring)
September 30, 2011 - January 14, 2012

Noah

Tricia
with broken leg

Princess Grace
September 30, 2011 - January 15, 2012

And finally, Lyka's second batch:

During their second week

Lyka's second batch of babies includes Sir Yuri, Contessa Marie, Lady Aurora (Yani), Queen Clarisse, Prince Mathew and Lady Diana (Moshimoshi). Out of the three, only Queen Clarisse, Lady Diana and Sir Yuri (Parvo Survivor) are alive. The other three were victims of Parvo Virus.

You might wonder why I included them in my list when it was very clear that the title was top ten PEOPLE of 2012. Well, I don't really consider them as our mere pets, but rather as a family member.

Number 5

My Auxiliary Family

Since May 2009, I've been on my very first Job at Centtral Bicol State University of Agriculture (formerly Camarines Sur State Agricultural Collage) Main Campus.

Well, what can I say about the peeps here, they simply are... amaaaazing!

Hindi nawawalan ng kulitan, harutan, tawanan, pikunan at seryosong usapan. Actually, hindi mo siya maicoconsider as working eh. You're simply there just to enjoy! Ganun siguro talaga dapat, simply enjoy the company of your co-employees and you'll never treat your job as work.

Though may mga times na maiinis ka sa karamihan sa kanila, meron pa din naman jan na magpaparealize sayo na you should maintain your composure and your ground. Dito ko natutunan na tawanan ang problema and at the same time, dito ako namulat sa isang totoong working environment.

Of course, thanks to my Boss, Sir EU, Sir Rick and Ate Kat sa company sa loob ng opisina at sa pagpapasensya sa akin. Siyempre, kina Ate Cathy, Ate Raquel, Ate Vic and Kuya Awel for keeping me company. If ever I decided to leave the school, kayo ang mamimiss ko for sure.

Anyway's for you to have a better glimpse of my CBSUA Life, check this out:

During out Benchmarking Tour at QUENAS

During out Benchmarking Tour LSPU

During out Benchmarking Tour at CAVSU

Number 4

My PFO Family

For the past months, I decided to distance myself from the organization. But I think its the blood of being a Peer Facilitator that brings me back to them. Been too proud with the kids! Successful Phase 1 and 2, Hakot Awar during the Gawad Kilyawan and Sounds and Sights, also rand 2nd during the over-all tally for the Inter-OFS Part 3 and most of all, they all still value friendship like no other.

Gawad Kilyawan 2012

Phase 1 of Batch 2012

Phase 2 of Batch 2012

2012 RNR

Though most of my brothers and sisters have their own love-life already, of which I am partly jealous XD, they still find some time to say hi and hello once in a while and even find time to bond. Thanks Donna, Bhords, Mui, Jo Ann and Marz for being there! (check my previous post here for their pictures.)

Celebrated the birthday of Vince (post celebration at Pichelitos Resort with the EADC Group) and Ken (post celebration), Melo and Allysa at my place. Was also invited during the pre-celebration of Kebs Birthday but was not able to join.

Number 3

My PYP Family

Another group of people that I so long dream to join. Gladly, their door opened for me and now I am a proud member of the group. The newest addition to my ever so growing family. For the past few months, I've been active with this organization and just like my PFO Family, I'll be giving my best for this one.

Was formally installed as a full fledged member of PYP recently and is looking forward for a much worthwhile experiences.

Check my previous post about my PYP Experiences here and here.

With my stay here, I am very thankful to the following person for making my stay as member of the Organization a happy one.