A Teacher's Diary

Diary ng Panget

July 20, 2014

Sunday

I'm so sleepy that I extended my sleep until 10AM. I did laundry but I finished past 12noon. I haven't even eaten my breakfast yet. I feel dizzy.

I informed EJ that I can't make it at 1PM. After I took my bath, I received a call from him, asking a favor. I called the number he gave me 02-672-7277. He said they're having issues with their Smart Bro connection. Only the recording answers. It said that they have a new number for customer service that started June 1, 2014 - 8881111. I called the number and was on my way to be connected with a live representative but then suddenly it's asking the Smart Bro number which I don't have any idea because it's EJ's. I gave up and left home to go to our meeting place.

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I received a message from Resty, reminding me that it's Alpha's birthday celebration today.

"Hi Tendo! It's Alpha's birthday celeb later. Kung sino pwede, punta lang daw sa bahay nila ng 6pm. Sa mga gusto sumama magsimba muna, nasa Pateros simbahan kami ng 5pm. :)"

I received text messages last night from Bubb. I think this is the time to reconnect with her. I texted her saying I'm not going. I asked her to tell Alpha (whom I call X.O.) that I wish her a happy birthday.

Bubb: "I'm not going, either. Text mo na lang din siya."

Me: "Ayun pa din ba gamit niyang number?"

Bubb: "+6393984999xx"

Me: "Ok. Thanks."

Bubb: "Ang dami talaga gnagawa pag teacher. Haha."

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I waited for EJ. I roamed Trinoma until I saw National Book Store. My eyes hurt and I feel very exhausted. When he arrived, he commented.. "Nagpa-straight ka? Akala ko nagpagupit ka lang?", while pulling my hair, unaware that he's hurting me in the process. I was annoyed with his action so as ever again, I gave him my exasperated look on my face then ask him, "Didn't you receive the photo I sent you as message in Facebook?" Truly, he didn't. He said it's been 3 days since they are unable to use wifi.

We went to every corner of Trinoma and SM North Edsa. I think the last time I went there was November last year, also with EJ.

There was a part where there's a stage for the Diary ng Panget casts. Nadine Lustre and James Reid mall tour I suppose. Teenage fans are everywhere. Fame. I wonder how it feels like sometimes. Being beautiful, talented and famous. Now, "She's Dating A Gangster" is showing in cinemas lead by Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo. I've read the story. Somehow, I liked it because of the tragic ending. Diary ng Panget on the other hand is most likely the kind of a Meteor Garden plot.

We had a hard time deciding where to eat. Choices were Taco Bell, Mexicali, Pizza Hut among others. We ended up eating at Burger King.

Out of nowhere, EJ asked me why I didn't choose Mass Communication or Tourism. Not Tourism because I lack height. Not MassCom, simply because.. Ano bang alam ko dun? I was only able to apply in college, specifically in PUP Manila because of my guy friends from other section. I remember them escorting and guiding me about everything I need so I can submit my requirements and apply for PUPCET. France, Roniel, Robert and Kevin if I remember it right.

EJ: "What is it that you think I'm good at?"

Me: "Hm... Coping up."

EJ: "Coping up?"

Me: "Yeah. Like you don't like what's happening or whatever you're doing. But then, you're still able to continue."

I thought of PERSEVERANCE.