tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84280896159403668792024-03-05T14:20:42.320-08:00Rambles and Blathersa diary of an incessant soliloquistSpammysaurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17350572608465468481noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428089615940366879.post-35518122293245216652014-11-20T21:11:00.000-08:002014-11-20T21:19:07.729-08:0012 Struggles People Who Wear Glasses Know Well.<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Having to wear glasses also means being stereotyped as a "nerd" or as a "librarian". You have also been subjected to a series of mockery like being called "four-eyes" or being mistaken as a hipster who wears non-prescription glasses until they finally wear your pair.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Well, here are a few more you well-known struggles:</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Finding a
pair of glasses that you like… and that actually fits.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I can actually see and look fab at the same time!</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Wanting to
sing “Hallelujah” after putting them on.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">That sudden burst of strength.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Owning
prescription glasses, sunglasses, and goggles.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Don't you just wish there's a glasses for all three? *sigh*</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Constantly
wiping them starts to seem like a chore.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It's like a magnet for dust. *boo*</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Not to
mention when you get rained on.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Because this is pretty much what it looks like.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. You know
that the gym is not the ideal place to wear them.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Because your glasses will slip off your sweaty nose every 2 seconds.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. Or the extreme
rides at amusement parks.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Don't risk it. Period.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. 3D glasses
are the bane of your movie experience.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It's like wearing a fedora over a baseball cap.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. Forgetting
where you put them and having to tear the house apart in search for them.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Thank goodness.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. Or having a
mild heart attack when you drop them.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Oh Damn.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11. Then look you give your friends when they ask you if they can try your glasses.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Then they'll tell that you're really blind after they take them off.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">12. And one
day, when we win the lottery, we’ll definitely opt for LASIK. <o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Aw yeah!</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: small;"><b>When they see you, you’re either greeted with a loud “What’s up man?” or “<span class="SpellE">Yo</span> dude!”</b></span></span></blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Puh-lease.</span></span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: small;"><b>And because of that, it takes months (even years!) to convince their girlfriends you're just a girl[space]friend.</b></span></span></blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It's like discussing quantum physics.</span></span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>When the guy you like texts you, you don’t have to over analyze because your guy friends can translate it for you.</b></span></blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Oh. Cool. </span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>They demand to meet the guy you're dating.</b></span></blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> So they can make sure he treats you properly.</span></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>You know that they will always have your back.</b></span></blockquote>
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Spammysaurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17350572608465468481noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428089615940366879.post-23791464146529286302014-10-14T19:28:00.000-07:002014-10-14T23:08:17.980-07:00To Ask or Not To Ask?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Asking
someone out on a date can be a daunting task. Ask guys about it and most would
say yes. So imagine what it would be like if it's done by a lady. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Most
reaction would be a resounding:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">So
here's what I did: I selected a number of men and women aging from 20 to 45
years old (single and married) and asked them a couple
of questions and tallied the results.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">*All
of the participants are aware that their answers will be posted on this
blog.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">**
This is an opinion survey and not a scientific study. (lol)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1. Do
you think it's okay for a girl to ask a guy out on a
date?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Surprisingly,
most of the guys answered "Yes" and a few ladies agreed with them.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"I
think we're pretty much liberated this day and age." ~ Eugene,
35</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"The waiting game is over. A confident woman will not mind what will people will think." ~ Diana, 40</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Maybe
before it's thought of as an immoral action but I don't think it's the same case
now." ~ Seb, 26</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"OMG. Look at Sleeping Beauty, she had to wait for a century for a guy! This is not the middle ages!" ~ Lisa, 29 (This made me laugh.)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"People
are more liberated now compared before." ~ Jun, 33</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"With
society nowadays, I think it's completely fine." ~ Toph,
21</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Love is fair in love and the 21st century!" ~ Kath, 29</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>2. Some
of them thinks that it's women empowerment.</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"If a
guy can ask a girl out, why can't a girl?" ~ Joshua, 25</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"If you really like the guy, the worst he could do is say "No. It's all in the mindset." ~ Maq,</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"I
think it's a woman's perogative to ask a guy that she likes out on a date." ~
Edwin, 45</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"As long as she's confident and she really likes the guy, I think that's fine. ~M, 24</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"A
woman should be entitled to her own actions and opinions without society
belittling her." ~ Jason, 28 (wow!)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"How on earth are you going to know if the guy likes you or not? I think it's perfectly OK when a woman makes the initiative." ~ Trixie, 32</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"If
she likes the guy, I don't think there's nothing wrong with that." ~ Khurt,
27 </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"A woman should be free to do what she wants. As long as the guy is not committed, there's nothing wrong with asking? ~ Mae, 33</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">However, some
of the men and women didn't share the same sentiment. Majority of the girls said "No" and a few guys nodded with their answer.</span><br />
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like to keep it traditional.</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Guys
should make the first move. Guys are hunters and girls are to be hunted. I'm not
saying girls are preys, though." ~ Princess, 24</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"A lady should not do what a gentleman should do." ~ Paolo, 24</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"I'm
pretty old-fashioned so I stick with guys making the first move." Maritee,
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"I prefer to do the asking." ~ Red, 25</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Because
it's not a girl thing to do." ~ Marife, 36</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"I
like the conservative way of waiting for a guy to make the first move, that way
I know he likes me." Jenny, 25</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>2. Some
of the gals think it can be degrading to a woman's social
reputation.</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"It's
unlady-like and she'll seem very desperate. Emphasis on very." ~ Gina,
32</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"She might send the wrong signal, even if it's not her intention." ~ Christian, 28</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"It's
a very awkward thing for a girl to do." ~ Anne, 21</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"She'll come out looking desperate." Cody, 22</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Because
that guy might tell his friends that you made the first move and make you look
like you're easy." A, 27</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"With society nowadays, the guy might get the wrong idea. They might think it's something more when it's not." Mark, 20</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Because
most guys will use it as an ego-booster aka PPSS, Poging-pogi Sa Sarili (Feeling
Handsome). ~ Zhelle, 29</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">However, there
are several participants who are in the middle. They believe you cannot give a
definite answer unless the situation or the scenario has been given.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">“If
she’s known the guy for a while and knows that he won’t take it against her,
then that should be fine. But if she barely knows him, she could come out a bit
strong and would be awkward on the guy’s part.” Jason, 36</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">“Well
it depends on the person really. If you’re a type of person who can handle
rejection well, then go for it. But if not, weigh the pros and cons thoroughly
before deciding.” Mel, 35</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">“Has
the guy hinted that they like the girl? If yes, then I don’t see any reason why
not. But if she has absolutely no idea then I guess it’s a bad idea.” Arnold,
29</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">“It
depends, I mean if you're totally OK with being turned down then sure, just
prepare the ice cream in case you get a "No." ~ Ellen, 33</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Think of it this way, if he accepts, it could be because he likes
you or he'll brag it to his friends. Think it over first. " ~ Dino, 40</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"Depends on how you ask him out, I guess." Sheila,
22</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>My take?</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span>
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">At the end of the day, it all boils down whether we want it or not. If you're comfortable with your decision, then stick with it. Other people's opinions are just inputs and your choice shouldn't be based on someone else's. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It takes guts, let me tell you that. There had been a number of times that I've chickened out because of what people might say. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I've had my fair share of 'no' and I know exactly how embarrassing it can be when you get shot down. *Shudder*</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">But rejection is a part of life. I have this belief that I'd rather say "Oh, well" than "What if". The world revolves moves whether we want to or not, time passes regardless.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And not all guys are heartless and will turn you down. When my invitation got accepted, I had the greatest time.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> :)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span>
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">What about you? Is it a "Aye" or a "Nay"?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Feel free to comment below. (Please keep all comments clean. ♥)</span></div>
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Spammysaurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17350572608465468481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428089615940366879.post-17758033764709131862014-09-11T22:08:00.001-07:002014-10-14T17:13:04.742-07:00The Highs and Lows of Moving Out<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> have been living on my own for over a year now and the
experience has been life changing for me. I am not actually living in the
apartment alone, I'm living with a friend's sister but we barely know each other
so you can consider us just acquaintances. We each have our own
room and have opposite work schedules that we literally don't see each other.
Nevertheless, I've learned a lot and found appreciation for things I usually
take for granted.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A lot of young adults nowadays seek the freedom of leaving
the nest and taking flight onto the real world. It's great to have the mindset
to look and experience freedom but take heed that that freedom also entails huge
responsibility. There are a lot of factors to consider before moving out and
trying to live it out alone.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">So before you pack your bags and haul your belongings,
here are a few things to consider before taking that plunge.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>1. Am I able to take care of myself?</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Gone are the days when you would just roll out of bed and
ask "Hey Mom or Hey Dad, what's for breakfast?" Say goodbye to the days when you
could just drop your dirty laundry into the hamper and then get clean clothes
the next day. While it seems take-out, fast food and instant noodles can sustain
your daily hunger needs, it will not sustain your daily nutritional ones. And
buying them will not only add up on your body but also add up to your daily
expenses. Same goes for laundry, sure you can just drop them by at the nearest
laundromat but let's face it, unless you're making big bucks, spending money on
laundromat is another thing you might want to cross off your
expenses.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>2. Which leads us to the second one,
finances.</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">When you have a paying job and are living with your
folks, it is expected that you chip in with the bills. Whether it be
electricity, water or just buying the groceries, it is expected that we try to
help out. If you're strapped for cash that month you can always talk to your
folks and promise to pay your end come the next paycheck. Unfortunately,
the same cannot be said with your landlord. Monthly budgets will become a
necessity. And you're now looking at the price by the hours you work, is that
shirt really worth the eight hours in the office? Every bill; electric, water,
phone, and credit card will be the bane of your existence.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>3. Health Issues</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Doctor and dentist appointment may be ignored frequently
because there's no mom or dad to nag you to go to your scheduled appointment
(which, by the way, they set up for you). When you have the flu, no mom to cook
chicken noodle soup and no dad to run to drugstore to buy you your medicine.
You're going to have to suck it up to buy your own meds and, if you're still up
for it (I doubt you will), cook your own chicken noodle soup.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>4. Safety Concern</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I had an incident in our apartment wherein somebody was
trying to pick the lock while I was still inside! I held the doorknob and
switched on the lights outside. The person left , only taking half of our
doorknob. But I was terrified! Since then we had the door double locked and
deadbolted. Living alone means that every bang on the door could be an intruder
and a burglar could very well be lurking on the street. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">If it all seems a little daunting, then try it with a
roommate first and then see how that boat sails for you. But if you think you're
ready, then by all means, spread your wings and take flight! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><u>What I love since I moved out:</u></b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1. I can wear sweats all day long or even better just my undies! ^_^</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2. I can binge eat on ice cream once in a while and no one to share it with.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">4. I can wake up whenever I want without someone calling me a lazy potato.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Moving out certainly taught me a lot. It taught me the value of money and what they meant when they said to save every cent. You never know when you may need it. I learned to budget and manage my finances on my own. And moving out made me appreciate family more. I miss the daily banters, arguments, and simple kind gestures. I get homesick once in a while when I wake up to the sound of silence instead of my grandma's daily nags or my nephew's laughter. I've learned to take care of myself cooking food, doing the laundry, buying groceries and the like. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And hey, if it doesn't work out, you can move back in with your folks and that will not make you a lesser person. You can always try again, just don't make it a habit.</span></div>
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Spammysaurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17350572608465468481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428089615940366879.post-44567136998805282472014-09-09T00:41:00.004-07:002014-10-14T17:12:51.480-07:00What.the.F! Going Through Quarter-life Crisis.<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It feels like I'm walking around in circles.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">When is life going to feel like it's supposed to?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Seems like everyone has it all figured out.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">What do I want for my life?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It's like I'm stuck with this routine forever.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">What am I doing with my life?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Do any of these statements sound familiar? Do you find yourself asking the same questions? </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I answered Yes to both. I've been told I'm going through a quarter- life crisis. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wait, what?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Quarter-life crisis, as defined by Wikipedia, is a period of life usually ranging from the late teens to the early thirties, in which a person begins to feel doubtful about their own lives, brought on by the stress of becoming an adult.</span><br />
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Comparing how your friends' lives seem better than yours.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A feeling of disconnection from your life and everyone.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">You feel stuck between staying in your comfort zone or taking a wild plunge.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Brooding over all of the things you were supposed to accomplish by the time you're 29 or 30.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wanting to try something different but do nothing because of indecision.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Feeling a sense of impending doom that you're becoming a failure.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">You feel emotionally and mentally trapped that you have no control over your life. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Dreading that you're getting old and thus running out of time to do the things you want.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Realizing that the real world is not what it's cracked up to be.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Regretting the fact that you wanted to be a grown-up.</span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I've been asked why I've gotten a degree and not practice it. I've been asked if I'm currently happy with what I'm doing. I've been asked if I love my job. I've been asked if I ever have plans of getting married.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I don't know was all I could think of. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The ugly truth wash over me like a bucket of ice cold water down my spine. As much as I hate to say it, I knew I was stuck. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Where, I don't know. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">All I know is that I wake up, go to work, get paid, budget bills, go to sleep. Rinse and repeat. Rinse and repeat. And as I drink my morning coffee, I can't help but taste failure. Then every time, I tell myself that things will get better tomorrow. But same routine goes on. For how long?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I don't know. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I don't what my purpose in life is. I'm stuck in a rut and feels like a very deep one. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And I knew I needed to get out.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">So I did what a modern person of the internet world would do.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><b><u>What we need to know about Quarter-life Crisis:</u></b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1. It is a rite of passage. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">You are most definitely not alone. Embrace the fact that everyone goes through one. It doesn't make you inferior, it makes you human.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2. Don't be too hard on yourself. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Your life is just getting started and you're bound to commit mistakes. Life is trial and error and no one's perfect.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3. Stop comparing yourself.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Each one of us has our own journey to travel. Your path may not be the same as theirs.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">4. Stop settling for less.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Walk away from anything that no longer makes you happy or grow even if it's setting you back a pace or two. Because if you don't, chances are, you'll live your life at a standstill. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">5. Don't attempt to overthink everything in your life.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Overthinking makes you paralyzed by indecision. Do what you feel like doing. Oh wells are better than what ifs.</span><br />
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<br />Spammysaurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17350572608465468481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428089615940366879.post-76333671559893024682014-09-04T20:00:00.000-07:002014-10-14T17:13:35.077-07:00Confessions of a Labeled Loner<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">’ve </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">lost count on how many times my friends have asked me if I’m
lonely because I like spending time alone. Whether it be travelling, shopping,
dining out or simply having coffee, I’m always asked whether I’m depressed or
lonely. Nowadays, it seems socially unacceptable to be seen without the company
of others.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Remember when I went to Baguio and Baler on my
own? (See: <a href="http://theglasssneakers.blogspot.ca/2013/12/solo-trip-to-city-of-pines.html">Solo Trip to the City of Pines</a> and <a href="http://theglasssneakers.blogspot.ca/2014/05/backpacking-in-baler.html">Backpacking in Baler</a>) When my friends found out I went on my own, to say that they
freaked out would be a major understatement. They asked if I was okay or if I
was having a life crisis that I needed to get away. I was confused, at first,
because it was something that I used to do even as a child. Most people find
being a lone a problem is because they’re not used to it. Alone? Sure. Lonely?
Nope.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="EN-US">According to Wikipedia, "A</span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; font-size: 10.5pt;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">distinction has been made
between solitude and<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">loneliness</span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">. In this sense, these two words refer, respectively, to the
joy and the pain of being alone." Basically, it’s where you stand on the
opposite side of the scale. I find happiness in being alone, it lets me look at
life differently.<span style="font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Does that make me a, as Sherlock says, a high functioning sociopath? No (at least, I think so. haha!). A loner perhaps? More likely. But since the
belief is that humans are capable of social interactions and not participating
is atypical to the given social norms, the word “loner” often creates a
negative connotation. Loser, unsociable, and weirdo are few of the things that I've been called because of my desire to spend some time with myself. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">So it begs the question, is being a loner a bad
thing? No, it’s not, as long as it’s done in moderation. Being a loner can be
viewed on a positive light as well. It indicates independence and freedom. I’ve
been called a solo-traveler, adventurous, and independent. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">But I don’t discard social interactions
altogether. Au contraire, I set up movie dates with my friends, spend birthdays
with family as much as I can, meet up for coffee with high school friends, and
volunteer as much as I can. But spending time alone is liberating for me. It
gives me the freedom to choose what I want.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">In
the end, it all boils down to the person. The only question with being a loner
is whether you have a problem with it or not.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">“A man can be himself only so long as he is alone; and if he does not
love solitude, he will not love freedom; for it is only when he is alone that
he is really free.”<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><br />
<span style="background: white;">―<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;"><span style="color: black;">Arthur
Schopenhauer</span></span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">I get to pick where and
what to eat without all the fuss.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">I get to go to the
movies when I want and, more importantly, watch what I want.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">If I cancel on myself,
then no hard feelings ensue.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">I can read in peace.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">Gives me a reality
check on my life.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">I can be spontaneous in
case I decided to go somewhere else or do something different.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">No one else messes with
my playlist.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">I can have ice cream
all to myself.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Top things I love doing alone:</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">Binge watching classic
films. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US">Book hunting.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Spammysaurushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17350572608465468481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428089615940366879.post-30314277345895245442014-08-29T19:18:00.000-07:002014-10-14T17:14:14.074-07:00Pluviophilic<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It's raining. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I smile. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">They called me a weirdo again. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I love the rain though. Not the heavy downpour kind but the moderate drizzle that makes me think of hot chocolate and a good book. It's funny how the rain makes me happy. The pitter patter of the rain while it falls down the rooftops makes me giddy. The Irish call it a "soft day". I think they're right. Like a comfy blanket or a sweet lullaby that gently lulls you to a dreamless sleep. I watch as the raindrops on the windowpane race against one another until it finally kisses the windowsill. Laughter seems to echo as younger faces of my childhood friends flash in my mind. Jumping on puddles, splashing of water from the eaves trough, dancing under the downpour without a care in the world. I still do it sometimes, though it would be nice to do it without being stared at with judging eyes and shaking heads from people my age and adults. Do they dislike the rain? Have they forgotten the excitement when it pours? The rush of blood to scramble outside and and to get drench with open arms? </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I always have my arms to the sky when I'm getting soaked in the rain. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I love how the the cold rain seem to embrace me, how they seem to wash away the frustrations and disappointments even for a moment. </span><br />
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