UST Paskuhan 2017 | King of Kings

Paskuhan 2017, btches! Can I just point out to everyone that I think I’m getting a little bit old for this sht but anyways. Also, red face. Deal with it. The rampa must go on! 

Claim It!

But you know, the PUDRA wants the sister to go to La Salle instead of UST which I don’t have anything against but ya know! I guess I’d be happier if she goes to UST too. I’m just saying. 

Imbued with Unending Grace

Thomasian

Illumination is real! I’m not sure if my standards got higher from all the illuminations I’ve been going to but I’m pretty sure I’ve seen UST lights better before. Actually I’m not sure. Hear me. If you’re currently studying in UST and let’s say you’re from class. You’ll definitely see this lights differently for sure. I hear you! 

Yas! 

We actually arrived 7-ish because of this imbyerna Tricycle Driver. Anyways, when we arrived, Silent Sanctuary was already playing so I was like, what is this sorcery? Good job, UST though for being able to keep up with the schedule. I’ve heard what happened to Grace Note last year so yeah. Fireworks time!!!

It actually rained!! I was like, not today Rain. Not today.

yas! 

While we’re at it, can I just mention that UST Paskuhan’s theme this year is Game of Thrones which I don’t know anything about but it’s all good! 

Also, during the Firework’s Display, the rain kinda stopped so that’s nice. 

UST Fireworks, as always, never fail to amaze me. 

Main Building

This reminds me of Roppongi’s Illumination theme this year. Blue and amber. 

Altar 

Even though I was there for only 4 hours, I actually enjoyed UST Paskuhan 2017. Callalily was great! That’s all! 

Sponge Cola XMAS Party

Yas. Was actually supposed to go with 2 other people but then again, things happen but fortunately my sister came to rescue and she was the only one I went with. 

twinning

The Band

Not that you’re asking but I’m gonna tell anyways. I’ve been a fan of the band since 3rd Year High School! It’s actually crazy how I became a fan. I actually dreamt of someone and for some reason, I concluded that the guy was the lead singer of the band so being the stalker that I am, all the fan girling happened. I’ve been a fan for 10 years! Gahd. 

Food Coma

Man in my dream. Literally. Also, my chin became red all of a sudden. The allergy is REALS. That’s all! :) 

My Z-LASIK SURGERY experience

So, just a day after I arrived, my mom and I went to Shinagawa LASIK center in Makati. I actually talked to one of their agents two weeks ahead so more or less, I already know what to expect and all that. In the morning, I underwent comprehensive check-up where they tested my eyes for almost 4-5 hours (on and off). This will also determine if I’m qualified or not. The guy who tested me was pretty new so he had to repeat things, ask around and stuff. I didn’t really mind all the procedures done though because girl, better safe than sorry. Repeat all you want, sir! I just hate the part where he asked me to “just try” and he was like “just guess” like, dude! NOPE. Of course I was like, “can’t really see it”. What if I guessed right diba. Ayaw ko nga.

So they dropped all the thing and stuff, right? The doctor then concluded I’m qualified for the procedure. So my right eye is at 250 and my left is 150 with nearsightedness and a little bit of astigmatism. Darn college. The Z-LASIK surgery itself took place at exactly 6:15 in the evening and we were already done at exactly 6:30. Pretty quick! Considering what happened. They started with my right eye with no problem. The doctor had a hard time with my left eye though. He had to re-try for more than five times. He even had to call the supervisor for it and it was the supervisor who did my left eye. In fairness, it was a pretty painless procedure (for a hot minute).  The first check up was actually right after the procedure. Doctor said they might have had a difficulty but all is well. Then this is where reality kicks in. IT WAS HELLA PAINFUL AFTER AN HOUR! Like, can’t open my eyes at all!!!! I was continuously tearing! Like, for reals. The struggle was real my friends. My mom had to guide me out of the building like I’m a blind person. PLUS THE PAIN. It’s like facial wash (with salicylic acid) going in your wide opened eyes and you can’t do anything about it. My left eye hurt so so so worst than the right so I guess that difficulty mattered. 

selfie

No pain at all the second day though! They actually provided two tablets of mefenamic acid which really helped with the pain. I had to wear the glasses to protect my eyes from everything. I had to go back the next day because the nurse said that it’s the most important check up of them all. The Z-LASIK package already contains free check up for 3 years and it also contained the after care drops. All in as they would say. 

Waiting for my turn. 

Doctor’s instruction was to stop the steroids but continue with the Hialin. Don’t copy this from me, okay? We might have different prescriptions and all that. 

I also went back for my 1 week post-op check-up and thankfully all is well. Will probably check back with you after 1 month because the doctor said that for one month, my vision would go up and down before it goes steady. But you know, it’s now 12 days post-operation and I’m pretty okay. 

They also have this thing outside their clinic and your girls took advantage and took lotsa pictures. I want to thank my mom for always being there for me when it comes to my surgeries. That’s all! 

Home for Christmas!

As you all know, I may have missed my flight but your girl’s home for Christmas!! So with that being said, MERRY CHRISTMAS Y’ALL! That Nativity thing going on welcomed me at the airport. Actually it’s my sister and mom who welcomed me but you get the point! :D 

I don’t really have much to say but you know, this giant Christmas Tree at Makati is legit! 

We went to Sto.Domingo church this morning to hear the Christmas mass. It was nice. It was my first time in two years time to hear the mass again. The whole thing was very eye opening. The homily was great. Although I’m still not converted to going to Church regularly because heaven bless my soul I can’t help but notice all the wrong in people (AKA people not listening to the sermon). I will save my rant for some other day because it’s Christmas but expect it in the near/far future. 

Nativity

You know, I am not religious at all but seeing this makes me want to go to thd Holy Land. I just want to see. I want to go where they all went. I guess it would be a very nice place to visit and reflect. Also, can I just share that after the Holy Communion, there’s this less fortunate person (based on his dirty clothes) who went to the statues, gave them Sampaguita, and kissed them. It’s very humbling that even for someone who doesn’t have much, he still offered whatever he can, took time, and thank the Lord. 

Ladies in Red

After the mass, we watched The Revenger’s Squad at Fisher Mall and ate lunch there as well. Too bad my brother wasn’t able to join us but yeah, Merry Christmas!!! 

Ebisu Illumination 2017

Selfieee

Ebisu. I’ve been to Ebisu before of course. It’s two stations away from my work in Tokyo and I always feel like I don’t have time so I always go to nearby places. Very convenient though because I work in Tokyo. Lucky if you may.

the Christmas Tree that I missed in 2016

Ebisu 

magical

What I missed last year was the Christmas Tree. It’s still fine but it made me realize that ones absence may feel okay but it’s better when it’s complete. Saveh!!

Also!!! They had this choir thing going on when I went and man, I stood there in the freezing cold and watched aaaaallllllll the performances. It was worth it though for sure!!! Okay one of the reasons I completed the choir was because they really lifted my spirit. But also because if I won’t, I wouldn’t be able to go near the chandelier. Charot! The Chandelier, has one light bulb added to it from the last time I went so that’s nice. I mean, not that I noticed. Haha

chandelier

Yas. I may have said this before but you know, I’m really looking forward to come back to this place 30 years from now. But you know, that’s just 30 lights added so I really don’t know if that would make significant difference. But hey~

Also, at this point, I don’t have any battery left but I survived taking photos. Yay! It’s not the best place to see illumination but it’s not bad! If you’re nearby, make sure you drop by.

later!!!!!

Shibuya Illumination 2017

As usual, I didn't expect much from Shibuya because of what I witnessed last year. I don't know if I shared with you the photo but it was this sad green lights put on the tree same as above so yeah. This year showed a little improvement so let's give Shibuya that.

This year's team is HELLO KITTY. Okay first of all, I have absolutely no idea why the tourist information bus' character is Kitty because you know, Sanrio isn't anywhere near and stuff. ALSO! Why can't they just use Hachiko's face? It's SHIBUYA after all. Okay. 

But you know, who am I to tell Shibuya what to do, aye? Anyways this Hello Kitty thing. I can't. You all know how I love Shibuya and its wonders but Shibuya is not ready for it yet. 

Maybe because Shibuya doesn't have a lot of places to do this kind of displays but yeah. I'm not saying that this is not good. It's good! I just hope there's more of this. I think. The ribbon is cute! I think big ribbon ornaments like this would enlighten everyone of the theme they're doing.

SHIBUYA

This is what I'm talking about. Shibuya is big but it's soo not united when it comes to illumination so it somehow feels divided. If they want to do Kitty, then everywhere should be Kitty. But anyways. I'm sure it was already discussed upon and maybe something not everyone agreed on so yeah let's just pretend that's what happened. 

Also, the right side. Somebody didn't get the notice, obviously. WHY THOUGH. Anyways, I still love SHIBUYA.