Wednesday, February 21, 2018

The Camera I Always Wanted: A Story of Patience and Perseverance

 Dili tanan imong gusto, ma-imo. Kay uban ma-ako. LOL! Very wrong. HAHAHA!

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(drawn by my youngest sibling, RJay)


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*sorry Jing akong giperma-permahan haha*
Credits to you Mr Realino III

When I was a kid, I always wished for a camera. I dreamed about capturing the world around me—the sunsets, the smiles of my friends, and the little moments that made life special. I would imagine how amazing it would be to have my very own camera, and I never stopped hoping that one day, my parents would buy me one.

I tried everything I could to make that dream come true. I worked hard in school, getting good grades and doing all the house chores without complaint. I thought that if I showed my parents how responsible I was, maybe they’d reward me with the camera I wanted so badly. But no matter how much I tried, the camera never came. HEHE! But you know what? I didn’t feel bad about it. I loved my parents, and I understood. I knew they had other priorities, and I respected that.

As I got older and finished my studies, I finally entered the working world. I started making my own money, and that’s when I realized just how hard it actually is. There are so many things that demand your attention and your finances. Back then, I understood why my parents couldn’t buy me everything I wanted, but now, I understand it even more. Earning money is tough, and making it stretch to cover everything you need is even tougher.

But eventually, after saving up and prioritizing, I did it—I finally bought my own camera. It wasn’t the fanciest one out there, but it was mine, and I got it with my own hard-earned money. Holding that camera in my hands was such a rewarding moment. It wasn’t just about the camera itself, but about everything it represented—the hard work, the patience, and the understanding I had gained over the years.

Now, every time I use my camera, it reminds me of how far I’ve come. It’s a symbol of my journey from that hopeful kid to the person I am today, who understands the value of working for what you want and appreciates the sacrifices that others make along the way.

SUPREMO 4K – Action Camera

Look at what I bought with my tenth salary: a SUPREMO 4K with all the accessories. But after a few months, I had to sell it to someone who didn’t know how to pay the remaining amount. I sold it because I needed money at the time, but I really made a mistake in choosing who to sell it to. What a waste! It’s been several months, and they’re about to get married, yet they still haven’t paid me. It’s so frustrating, but I’m also too embarrassed to ask for the payment. Not today, but I will buy another one to ease my regret. TSK! Such a shame. I wish they’d just consider selling it back to me. It almost brings me to tears thinking about it. My first purchase, and I ended up failing. Anyway, it’s no longer in my hands now, so I have to move on. I believe I’ll be able to buy another one. Hehehe!

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I still didn’t learn my lesson, dzai, because I’ve been wanting this camera since high school. It all started with watching Asian dramas, which made me curious, so I googled it to see if this thing really existed. And there it was—I didn’t learn my lesson and ended up buying it. The problem is, I can’t afford the film since it’s even more expensive than my phone. It’s intense! But it’s okay, it’s worth it—cute and stylish. Hahaha! I’m just afraid to use it since I’m an expert (sarcastically). Haha! All my shots so far have been epic fails. The photos are either missing this or that. I can’t align it properly. I really need more films (which means more money). Lol~ It’s okay, my next goal is the Instax Square SQ10. Hopefully, hopefully, hopefully.

Saturday, February 10, 2018

Apologies and Gratitude: A Heartfelt Message to My Parents


  Ug di ko ni mahuman karon, naa pa koy unya. Ug di pa gyud, sos! pasaylo-a naa pa koy ugma. Mo-undang ra lage kog humana ko.

Sa tanan di ganahan sa akong Mama ang mag sigeg unya. Ako, batasan ko na gyud ning seg unya, ugma hantod sa wa matuman, wa mahuman.

Para sa akong Mama ug Papa, sorry kaayo Ma ug Pa mga gahig alimpatakan inyong mga anak, syempre labi nako. Ma, Pa sorry ug dagahan kaayo kog mga excuses sa kinabuhi. Daghan kog gusto e-prove sa inyo to make you proud pero sorry naa gyuy mga butang nga di nko kaya. Sorry kaayo Ma, Pa wala nko nahuman akong pag skwela sa taktong panahon. Sorry jud kaayo wala koy batasan usahay o permi. Sorry kung na worry ta’mo sa akong ginapangbuhat. Sorry ug wala nko mga tuman inyong mga gusto. Sorry kaayo Ma ug Pa.

Daghan kaayo kog sala sa inyo labaw natong mga issue sa high school pa ko, daghan kaayo kog mga pasangil ug di maayong hingbuhaton. Ma, salamat kaayo nga luyo ato wala ko nimo gipasagdan ‘daw imo kong gitul-id sa maayo.  Salamat kaayo sa supporta ug pag giya nko hantod milampos ko (kami) ug skwela. Salamat kaayo Ma, Pa salamat kaayo. Kami unom (6) kamag-igsuon swerte kapag-ayo nga kamo among ginikanan. Salamat, gigugma ko kamo pag-ayo.

Friday, February 9, 2018

Beautiful Eyes

Each shot offers a fresh perspective, revealing the hidden charm in everyday scenes and showcasing the world in new and exciting ways. 


Photos taken: 2/9/18
Location: Dole North-East Skyland Zone

Thursday, February 8, 2018

Kailog sa Kahayag ug Kangitngit

Each shot offers a fresh perspective, revealing the hidden charm in everyday scenes and showcasing the world in new and exciting ways.

Ayaw panguha ug kuha sa uban. OK?! Salamat.
Location: Dole NESZ Compound

Location: Sa NHA Phase 4, duol sa among balay.

Location: Dole NESZ Compound, near M&S Area