2021 was definitely one hell of a ride. There were a lot of great moments, and a fair share of struggles—got hospitalised, moved to a new home, got a new job, had another Psoriasis flare-up, met new friends, and have grown as a person. I actually had a lot more to add to the list, but those were just some of the highlights and low points of my year. I know it has been tough for most of us with the virus still out there, mutating, the typhoon leaving a trail of devastation, and not to mention the incompetence of this government. I just really hope you are still hanging in there.

To sum it all up, 2021 has been a good year for me. I’m blessed for having a roof over my head, a bed to sleep on, food to eat, and for still being here. I honestly couldn’t be more grateful. And I also want to thank my friends and loved ones who made this year memorable. I appreciate you all. ♡

Posted this on my IG account last year just forgot to also post it here on my blog. ┏( ￣▽￣)┛

The first quarter of my 2022 has been okay so far. Though there were times I felt like my days have been repetitive like all I did was sleep, eat, shit, work, repeat. But yeah, guess that’s inevitable since I’m at home most of the time. Just a phase and it’ll pass. Anyway, here’s just a quick update of what has been happening this first quarter:

• Ever since the year started I haven’t bought any ceramic/stoneware pieces. It’s like I’ve suddenly lost interest in collecting more mugs/cups ever since I’ve hit a total of 102 pieces already. Also because of this, I got to save now! (≧∀≦;)
• I’ve been into reading mangas since I started reading my first ever manga in December of last year. I’ve finished 6 already—Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Chainsaw Man, ReLIFE, Blue Hearts, I sold my life for ten thousand yen per year., My Little Monster—and I have a lot of ongoings that are still not completed yet. 
• I’m trying to use film every chance that I get. I really want to document events and my travel getaways using this medium, but hell, I was shocked by the prices of film stocks nowadays. Soooo gotta make sure my shots would be worthwhile!
• I have a pile of TBR books here! I’ve already started reading a few pages from those 3/7 books but I just couldn’t bring myself to continue and finish them. I already told myself that I will get back into reading last year. What happened now? Meh. 
• The first week of this year, Asis and I got sick. We had the flu. Same omicron symptoms, but we didn’t get tested for covid because the antigen/PCR test was too pricey so we just both self-quarantined. It was the same with my friends, workmates, and family. It was like every citizen of the Philippines had the flu then. I was also grateful for my company because they sent an EG care kit—pulse oximeter, thermometer, rapid antigen kit, medicines/vitamins, masks, alcohol, betadine gargle. It was really timely! Grateful for EG! Btw, we were also boosted! Yay! 
• I finally opened an investment-linked life insurance. I know, I know, better late than never. Really need to save up now, and be wise with money. This is still working in progress though. 
• Kaye, Madchen, and Andrei’s birthday event celebration; EG fam lunch-out/overnight (will post a separate blog) 
• La Union getaway with Asis (will post a separate blog)

So, that’s about it. We are already scheduled for passport renewal tomorrow and we will also visit my parents after. It’s already Sunday! Back to work again tomorrow. Okay, got to get back to reading To Your Eternity manga. Almost done with the last volume. Just sad that the next vol is still TBA. Laters! x