March 2, 2011
I was supposed to get my clearance done today. Said clearance is to make my resignation official even if I was, technically, still undergoing training. But since there had been hints of rain, it was the ideal weather to sleep in.
Until my phone started buzzing at 8:30ish in the morning.
February 28, 2011
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One habit of mine: I hoard books. I buy them, but I don’t necessarily read them the moment I get home. Sometimes, they stay untouched for months until I find the time to read.
I’ve come to discover that whenever I find an interesting read (or I find a book that’s been on my wishlist for a while) and I decide to just come back for it later, thinking that it will still be there — well, it’s gone. And it just so happens that it’s the only copy there is.
FML, right?
February 26, 2011
To be honest, I try to not “count the chickens before they hatch”. I always consider it as a sure way of jinxing something or setting unnecessary expectations. But, you can look at it in a slightly different way: goals.
Working towards a goal has long been proven to be successful. There’s nothing better to motivate yourself with than having your mind set on doing or achieving something.
Though I’m not exactly somebody who has their entire life planned out, I have a rough sketch of what I want to have, to do or to be in a few years time. You’re in trouble if you don’t; it’s a very common question at job interviews. Mine’s easy enough: I want to see my name in print on a reputable publication. It could be my own book (novel or anthology), a magazine or even a newspaper. Just to clarify, I don’t want my name splashed all over the front page for something controversial like, say, being responsible for sending stupid people into exile or something. Tempting thought, but that will have to wait.
I have my own share of petty and long term plans too, you know, world domination aside. And being very recently unemployed, I’m looking for a job that I can see myself in for longer than six months. It’s a bonus if it pays extremely well.
And since I just love to make lists, here’s my share of what keeps me motivated (to find a nice job that pays well and stick to it for a few years):
February 24, 2011
( black turtleneck, dark wash bootcut jeans, white belt, black boots )
I like black. It’s simple, easy and it goes with everything. No, I’m not emo. Seriously, have you seen a villain wear, say, yellow?
Since I forgot to take a picture of what I was wearing today, I ended up sketching. Ah Bamboo, I’ve missed you.
OOTD
Since I had to show up at the office and submit a formal letter (I’m dropping out from training; long story for another day.) I opted for my black turtleneck, dark wash bootcut jeans, white belt (that I stole from my brother), and my black boots.
This combination is a no-brainer. It’s usually my go-to attire for smart casual, which is my preferred dress code. It usually comes with a jacket, but since the weather won’t permit me to wear one, I had to pass.
FOTD
I had to tweak my make up. I wanted to keep it light, but I needed the coverage since I haven’t been getting much sleep lately.
So I turned to my newly purchased Maybelline BB Cream (as my pseudo foundation), Etude House Surprise Essence concealer, a very thin layer of finishing powder, Maybelline eye studio lasting drama gel liner (and my new angled brush) for a subtle cat-eye, my (one and only) blush, and NYX Round Lipstick in Indian Pink.
Maybe it’s just me being vain, but one of the few things I strongly believe in is this: if you’re broke/unemployed/depressed, never dress the part.
February 13, 2011
Testing. AGAIN.
