Sunday, December 27, 2009

PCDS Alumni Homecoming 2009

Tarpauline courtesy of Mr. N. Otbo



Last year, I wasn't able to witness the very first Reunion 'cause the gathering ended too early so I looked forward to this. I was thinking what to wear and what hairstyle to do before the event and come up with a simple jeans and blouse outfit. I was expecting numerous people would attend but only few were present. It was supposed to start at 3pm as announced. I thought it started already but when I got there, only March Shane, Ma'am Les, Lyndon and Ma'am Jen were present. Kulang malamang sa information dissemination kaya di alam ng ibang madlang people ang tungkol sa gathering. Sana nagpa advertise sila sa TV or radio or an invitation may be given. Next time maybe. :)

While waiting for the others, we head to the School's mini but cozy Restobar upstairs of the new Admin-HRM building wherein you can overlook part of Digos City. Wow! [that's all I could say]. Para ka talagang nasa Hotel kasi its situated along McArthur Highway. Killing time reading magazines, two from the batch 2003 of Criminology Department came in, Mr. B. Tapanan and Mr. A. Canoy. 'Hi's and 'Hello's' were exchanged. Wala na man gud daw sila contact sa lain nila nga ka-batch.

I kept on texting my batchmates to come over and join the gathering but only Michequela replied she would catch up. I sensed some alibis from the others and understood the reason of some who cannot come due to call of duty [ya know what I mean]. Then, someone arrived. It was Jay A. with his fiancee [char!]. He obviously gained some weight and very much looked happy. I felt relieved a bit having someone from our group/batch. Syempre, chikka galore! Jay is working as Clinical Instructor of our Alma Mater.

Around 6pm, Eddie G. welcomed everyone who were present and had each one of us to state our names, what course and from what batch. And to spice up the event, we played 'Paint me a Picture' in which each member of the group would act and freeze as to what picture or scene would the host wants. The judge was Ma'am Jen Ybanez, presently the School's Dean of Nursing who was also an Alumna of PCDS. We, the group 2 only got 2 points defeated by the group of Marc Shane who got 5 points. It was FUN! Group 1 were very creative with their acts. Nurses are indeed artistic and creative. Can't wait to see the pix which Ma'am Jen took for documentation.

That game made our stomach gurgling. Gigutom na among mga bitok, hahaha!!! Before meals were served, Ed opened up the highlight of the gathering: to organize and elect new sets of Officers. Hopefully, this 2010 PCDS will Officially declare its Alumni Association. Paper works are already in progress. Secretary Eddie G. is currently working on this.

President elect Marc Shane Adeva got a unanimous votes [congrats, shane!], presided the nomination and was succeeded by Mr. B. Tapanan. Secretary is still Mr. Ed Garbosa and
yours truly was nominated and elected as the Alumni Treasurer [I thought I was through with this during College.] Having been the Treasurer [from Class treasurer to Department Treasurer to INTRAMS Team Treasurer since First year College, now, I'm at it again [sighs]. Anyways, thanks for the trust guyz! I guess I'll be facing a much bigger task. PIO [Public Information Officer] goes to Mr. N. Otbo. Goodluck new sets of Officers and Congratulations!

May humabol pa, si
Ma'am Flora Mae, Michay, Ate Bem Gutierrez, Elizabeth, Jeffrey A., Bench Lopez, Loi and her twin brother Lemuel [fresh from Saudi <--welcome back!] followed by Gil and Lynel [gikan pud ni Saudi ang duha]. Very noticeable ang ringtone sa CP ni Lemuel kay katong scary sound sa Grudge. Nyay!

For our dinner, we had Pork and Chicken BBQ individually packed and refreshed with Coca Cola. Hopefully next gathering would be a bit 'bongga!'. While enjoying our meals, we talked about our whereabouts. Glad to hear from these guys again. Ma'am Jen and Eddie went home early.

The room was filled with so much laughter. Jeffrey, Bench and Gil's cool gags never ceased to make us all laugh. Sayang nga lang at wala si Chaky, Richard, Odiaman at Neil kay magsige na lang jud mi ug pangatawa aning grupoha.

Amazed by the development of PCDS, the group was excited to see the New Funda Lab. Walking through the hallway, we reminisced the times siting on those kiosk holding bulky photocopies and manuals waiting for our Instructors, then..the heels of our black shoes gets a dose of muddy stuff each time we passed by..now, the hallway is fully cemented..bow! how could someone forget the intrigueros and intrigueras na walang humpay sa pagpanglibak sa mga gaagi nga estudyante. hahaha!! [people who makes fun of students who passes by]. Then, we were all clad in pencil uniforms with a universe-like tailor infront. Now, Blouse and Pants are in, paired with black shoes. The hallway was echoed with laughter recalling and sharing stories of those unforgettable Instructors who sells photocopies for P2 and those who sells Peanut Butter right after Class. How can we forget.

Bongga! was the word I heard when we step inside the Lab. The equipments, tools, their Mini DR, mini OR, CSR and even the Nurses Station feast their eyes. I've seen this already when I served as Practicing Assessor for Competency Assessment of HCS NC II last June, 2009. The guys made fun of Gil trying to lock him at LD-RD Room. Wow, our school is different! It changed for the better.

We took pictures and recalled each experience we had during Return Demonstrations. The New Lab has numerous hospital beds unlike before [hahaha!].

Pass 8pm, we parted ways. But before that, gisulit jud ni Ate Bem ang chance to take pictures sa labas ng dear Alma Mater namin where all the faces of those who passed the Board Exam were posted.

It was good seeing them all again and had so much fun. So, to all GRADUATES OF POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE OF DAVAO DEL SUR, see you all next year for the 3rd Alumni Homecoming.

Goodnight, guyz!
:)

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Free Day

It's Sunday. Thank God! It's my free day, a day to finally stay at home, play with my dogs, bond with my family and a day to reflect. While cleaning up in the living room, I glanced at the calendar hanging on the wall. It's 12 more days to go before CHRISTMAS. It made me thought of my Honey who's miles away from me. It's our 1st Christmas but we don't allow distance affect our relationship. Yeah, its quite sad being away from your loved ones but technology and the power of communication comes in just a text, call and click away. They're far but in our hearts, its like having them on your side. From the place where he works, they don't celebrate Christmas, a one indifferent thing when working Overseas. Iba pa rin syempre ang Pasko sa Pinas. Don't be sad na honey, mabilis naman ang panahon. Oh by the way, welcome back to my friends from SAUDI AND DUBAI. Lynel, Ann, Lotlot. and to the rest of the tropa..you know who you are. See you, hopefully sa Alumni Homecoming. Thanks for the pasalubong!

I love you, honey. Thank you for keeping in touch. Miss you, hopefully next Christmas we'd celebrate the Holidays together, GOD PERMITS! You take care always. Work well. Keep safe. You're always in my prayers. GOD BLESS all your plans :)

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Dream


You popped in my dream just before I jumped out of bed.
Was it because we talked last night and you had in my mind the whole night?
Clad in my pajamas and slippers in red,
I woke up smiling. I thought it was real.
That dream seems real, we were there. You and I, at a not so familiar place. The excitement enveloped us. We looked at each other and felt the warmest hug and passionate kiss. The scene had a background song. The one you shared. Love it, inspiring!
The romantic story of TWILIGHT movie I watched spiced up and created a terrific blend while I was talking to my special someone.

Below is the video of his/my/our recently loved song:


Thursday, December 3, 2009

The Coffee Treat - accomplished!

Hahaha. I couldn't think of intro to this post other than this. Why? You'd ask. I just got home [oh my, i sense someone would raise an eyebrow]. My best bud Patzs did
accomplished the coffee treat he promised like 5 months ago??? [lol]. Oh, that long already? My post about this treat was July 30. So, I was right. hehehe!

We had Coffee at this Coffee Shop we used to dwell. I'd name it A.S. We don't have a choice actually, there were few Coffee Shops in town and I think this is the only one that stays open until 11pm.

After his gym session [rolls eyes], he dropped by my place but informed this blogger ahead of time he's coming over to see the surprise I told him over the phone when I called him few days ago. He was able to figure out, though. Yah, the motorcycle, that is.

' Bongga na jud ka ti, hambugera ayo ka ti' [Gosh, you're quite rich my dear], he said. I missed my best bud, it's been awhile since we hang out. Work came through but our group never ceased communicating through text and call. That's the best thing about our friendship.

He thought about getting a motorcycle and according to him, it was me who fulfilled his plan or should I say dream? ahehehe

We drove to his place first to dropped off his stuff. There, he had a quick dinner while I was online checking stuffs. Then, we decided to proceed and park by A.S.

I had a Cappucino and he ordered brewed coffee with egg pie as a delectable partner. [yum, yum, yum]. While waiting for the orders to be served, we talked about our latest whereabouts, College friends, updates on Nursing trends. We noticed it was taking so long. When one of the server stepped out of the entrance, my friend gestured and told him to follow up our orders. My friend rolled his eyes. hahaha <- he looks so funny when he does that.

Basta dear ha, "don't leave unfinished business behind". Ya know what I mean. Matuok jud tika..hahahaha! Time was running so fast we had to part ways again. I dunno when will we bond again. We chatted pa outside the coffee shop. Ing-ana mi ka tabian [That's how talkative we are]. I enjoyed and love the treat.

I drove myself home. When I got home, I sent a text message immediately to inform him I got home safe and sound.
Thanks for the Coffee treat, my dear friend --- accomplished!!