“Ang tumatakbo ng matulin, may gwapong hahabulin.”

Part I – White Party (December 29, 2005)

CircuitAsia's White Party

Since it’s the last GLBT event of the year, Rodney and I decided to go. We went to World Trade Center at around 1:30AM. The ticket is only P100.00, but on the contrary, their drinks are very costly. Imagine, P100 for a bottle of mineral water, P50 for softdrinks in can and P100 for a glass of ice tea, not bottomless take note.

I’ve seen familiar faces specifically some Bedan party goers, MaNSoCieTY peeps, and my online friend Brian Keith. I really like the Airdance presentation, i’ts like watching Regine Velasquez fly with her butterfly wings as she sings her rendition of the song “On The Wings Of Love”. We left the place at around 4:00AM.

Part II – Amateur Models (December 30, 2005)

Arnold and Henry invited us to join their studio pictorial at Great Image in SM Manila. No biggie, it was just for keeps. Flowery background is the best choice, isn’t it? Hehe.

Arnold, Henry, Me, Rodney
Arnold, Rodney, Me, Henry
Rodney, Arnold, Henry, Me

Part III – Waste Disposal (December 31, 2005)

Since it’s the last day of the year, my brother and I decided to clean our room and rearrange some furnitures. It took us almost half day to finish this task. Tiring but rewarding.

Part IV – New Year’s Eve

It’s only an hour and a half before I had the chance to prepare for the eve. While our neighbors have all sorts of fireworks, we just had confetti poppers. It was a safer way of celebrating the coming of the new year.

Part V – New Year’s Day at Mausoleum

Yes, it’s now our family custom to spend few hours at Mausoleum on special occasions. We prayed for their souls and feasted the left-overs from our Medya Noche.

Part VI – Exodus: Tales of the Enchanted Kingdom

Arnold, Henry, Terence, Rodney and I watched the movie Exodus. Their special visual effects are close enough to what international fantasy movies have. But I find the plot superficial. It may seem to be the lighter version of Lord of the Rings. They have less fighting scenes and not so good stunt choreography. With such visual effects, I can still say that this local film is worth watching.

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I had a chance to watch this film with Rodney last Tuesday. I admit, I’m an avid fan of “Okay Ka, Fairy Ko” since then and never missed an episode or movie of it.

This year, the production and writers of this legend expanded the scope of “Enkantasya” kingdom, thus, making it more similar to Encantadia. Enkantasya today is being ruled by 3 sisters namely Ina Magenta (Alice Dixon), Ina Verde (Melanie Marquez), and Ina Azul (Toni Rose Gayda). Being the eldest, Ina Magenta assumed to reign the whole kingdom. But at the end of the story, it has been revealed that their wicked enemy Satana (Bing Loyzaga) is actually their long lost sister Amarillo. Isn’t it like Pirena in Encantadia?

To protect Enkantasya against Satana, they need to have the medallion which was divided into 4 parts. Ina Magenta holds a part, but the other 3 were missing. Uhm, apat na brilyante in Encantadia?

Even though it seems they copied the concept of Encantadia, it was for the betterment of this legendary TV series.

My Christmas 2005

Part I – Apartelle Getaway (December 17, 2005)

Two of our friends Henry and Arnold organized a Christmas Party held at Robinson’s Apartelle near Boni Ave. Edsa MRT Station. The attendees were all PLU’s (People Like Us… uhm, Bisexuals or some sort) namely Henry & Louie, Arnold & Steve, Topher & Alex, Jim & Brad, Gelo & Gregg, RT & Jerwin, Matt, Rodney & I. It was a potluck event, so we bought Pancit Malabon and Barbeque as our share. We had games, presentations, and some conversations. It was a remarkable experience with our old and new friends.

Part II – Sabiclub.com’s Christmas Party (December 22, 2005)

Top: Ace, Me. Bottom: Jane, Kat, Marnel.

Our Christmas Party was held at World Music Room in Greenhills, San Juan. We also had games prepared by Jen and Mejie, and a presentation prepared by Kat and I. But unfortunately, our presentation was executed incorrectly due to lack of practice and enthusiasm. It was a short interview-like skit, each portraying a Pinoy Big Brother housemate: Ace as Say, Vench as Franzen, Marnel as Chx, Jen as Nene, Van as Jenny, Kat as Mariel, Jane as Toni, and Me as Uma.

Next was the exchange gift segment. I gave my baby (Kyle) a Reebok bag while my mommy (Mejie) gave me a Starbucks thermo mug.

As the party ended, Kuya Jonard treated us to Starbucks. As always, I had Rhumba Creme. Yumyum!

Part III – Christmas Eve

I don’t have the energy that night. I really don’t know why. It was already 11:00PM and still lying on my bed. But anyway, I took a shower, groom myself, and waited for the clock to strike 12:00AM. Our dinner table was filled with Spaghetti, Fried Chicken, Hotdog, Ham, and Fruit Salad. At 1:00AM, I went to bed.

Part IV – Christmas at Mausoleum

I woke up at around 8:00AM. We went to our Mausoleum where my grandfather and grandmother (mother’s side) were buried. We prayed for their souls and feasted the left-overs from our Noche Buena.

Part V – Pinoy Big Father

After spending few hours at Mausoleum, my two brothers and I left the place and went to Alabang Town Center to meet our father. We agreed to meet at 2:00PM but he arrived an hour late. Delay, Sigh. He was with his brother Tito Archie and family loaded in the van. Thought of him going out of the van, he asked us to get in instead. So where are we heading? I don’t know. Actually, I was planning to treat them to a movie and eat out afterwards. But, they need to buy a ponsettia plant for their sister Tita Malou. Fine. Another delay, Sigh. Now that they had the ponsettia plant, I was expecting that Tito Archie will drop us back at ATC. But no, we went to their sister’s place at Ayala Alabang Village. Thinking that they need to deliver the ponsettia plant right away, it’s fine with me.

So, at my aunt’s place, they pigged out some tuna wrap and pancit. Delay. Fine. To my dismay, my Father together with my Uncle went to the billiards table and played their thing! And he let my brothers watch a pirated copy of King Kong! Tsk Tsk! A very good plan of spending Christmas with our father did not materialize. I hate it. We visited our father not to watch VCD, but to be with him. Being irritated and bored at the same time, it came to my senses that I need to move and do something. So I started encouraging my brothers to go home. It made my Christmas not so perfect.

Part VI – Christmas with Love

Before leaving my aunt’s place, Rodney and I were brewing some plan to go out. We ended up watching the movie Kutob, starred by Marvin Agustin, Rica Peralejo, Alessandra De Rossi, Ryan Agoncillo, and James Blanco. After the movie, we had a small talk with our friends who watched Shake, Rattle and Roll 2K5. Our friends decided to go home at around 10:00PM and since it’s too early for Rodney to go to work, we went to Starbucks People Support Center Building and have my Rhumba Creme and his Creme Brulee.

Yes, at last. Joel Donato Jacob, the Content Manager of Fabuloush.com, replied to my complaint against “jamirchua”. But for security purposes, he will be needing to verify my identity first before making any action. Thus, he is requesting if I can meet him in person, or have a scheduled webcam. So be it. I borrowed our office’s webcam, and let him see my face in motion. With just a couple of minutes, my pictures on jamirchua’s account were already blocked. Thanks Joel!

jamirchua account on Fabuloush.com

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GMA7 ended Encantadia with such a superb finale, which is heading to its prequel (or sequel, it depends on how you look at it) Etheria. Etheria is the most powerful kingdom in Encantadia before. It was defeated by the joined forces of the other 4 kingdoms namely Lireo, Hathoria, Adamya, and Sapiro. But the dead empire is about to live again. So, the 4 Sangg’res will need to go back to the past and destroy Etheria’s hourglass that can help them gain the power in Encantadia once more.

The Women of Encantadia and Etheria

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Last December 10, 2005, after 111 days of waiting for whose gonna be the Big Winner, it has been decided by the people through text votes that Jenneviv “Nene” Tamayo is the deserving one. Congrats Nene!

Jenneviv "Nene" Tamayo

Fabuloush.com is the newest and Philippine based GLBT community site. I created an account last November 22, 2005. But just after 3 days, someone stole my picture and use it in his profile. The account’s name is “jamirchua”. Some people I personally know frequently see him logged in to Fab Chat. If you happen to see or chat with jamirchua online, it’s not me talking. All my authentic community profiles are listed here in my blog.

jamirchua account on Fabuloush.com

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I’m a Gemini while my partner is a Capricorn. I just came across Yahoo’s Astrology Compatibility page. I can consider that majority of the statements are accurate based on how we handle our relationship.

When Gemini and Capricorn come together in a love affair, it may be tough for them to remember why they’re together at all, as the ways in which they approach the world couldn’t be more opposite. If they’re operating from a base of love and mutual respect, they’ll be able to overcome most obstacles, but they must work hard. Gemini must have freedom to think outside the bounds; they rely on their quick wits, humor and intellectual prowess to move through life at a fast pace. Capricorn is concerned with advancement and status; they rely on following the rules and finding set, tried-and-true paths to follow toward success, no matter how long it takes. Gemini likes to cut corners; Capricorn likes to be thorough. These two Signs’ challenge as a couple is to learn to maintain a similar pace so they can arrive at the same place at the same time.

Capricorn is very unassuming and quiet, which stands out even more against Gemini’s outgoing, boisterous nature. Capricorn tends to be slow, steady and stubborn while Gemini is flexible and tends to change their mind a lot. Gemini has a quick brain that sees loopholes in an instant, while Capricorn is tough to convince that taking advantage of a shortcut is a better idea than following the well-mapped course that they know will ensure their success. However, if these two can learn to understand and then implement one another’s approaches, they can achieve far more than they could alone. These two Signs may make much better business partners than they do lovers.

Gemini is ruled by the Planet Mercury (Communication), Capricorn by the Planet Saturn (Power). These Planetary influences can oppose one another. Saturn has a cold, masculine energy; it’s all about perseverence and helps Capricorn keep moving ahead through all kinds of difficulties. Mercury has an androgynous energy and lends Gemini their gift of intellect and communication. Neither of these Signs will give up easily, but together they may cause one another to repress their natural emotions. Gemini already tends to skim lightly on the surface of emotions, choosing to take their love life as lightly as they take most things in life. Capricorn may dampen Gemini’s enthusiastic spirit if both Signs don’t take care to maintain their boundaries and allow one another to do the same.

Gemini is an Air Sign and Capricorn is an Earth Sign. Capricorn is practical, steady and efficient. They see no need to take risks if they aren’t guaranteed to pay off. Gemini, on the other hand, is theoretical and analytical; they are all about risk-taking and following wherever their inventive ideas may lead. While Capricorn is buys asking, “”What good will this do as I work toward my main plan in life?”” Gemini simply moves with the flow according to no set plan.

Gemini is a Mutable Sign and Capricorn is a Cardinal Sign. Capricorn initiates things; they like to be in control. Gemini is more flexible, generally happy to follow Capricorn’s lead — as long as they aren’t forced into anything. They need to feel free to agree, disagree and choose at will, and if they begin to feel coerced, they will respond by becoming aloof and inaccessible. If these two value their relationship and want it to last, they must learn to compromise and let one another off the hook from time to time, so to speak.

What’s the best aspect of the Gemini-Capricorn relationship? They each bring their own particular qualities to the relationship. Once they allow one another to be themselves — rather than measuring one another against impossible standards — they can blend well to make a whole. Theirs is a challenging relationship, but if they can learn from each other it’s definitely worth it!

– Yahoo.com provided by Astrology.com

Last friday, I went to SM Megamall to watch “Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros (The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros)” with Rodney, Vench, and Ace.

A 12-year old effeminate gay fell in love with his amateur policeman hero who saved him from 2 nasty neighbors. Maxi was caught in between his family and his hero when the latter is trying to solve a robbery and murder case involving his eldest brother. The film presented the romantic side of being gay, without any sexual desires but pure love. Moreover, being gay is not an issue. He is well accepted by his family, friends, neighbors, and his hero. The theme song is a heart-warming one.

This is a one-of-a-kind independent film. It will make you smile, laugh, and cry. Two thumbs up!

You can visit its official website at http://maximooliveros.tripod.com.

Maxi (Nathan Lopez) and Victor (JR Valentin)

Isipin Mo Na Lang
Sung by: Bayang Barrios
Composed by: Mike Villegas
From the album: ALON

Nangangamba ka ba
Na ngayong malayo ka
Ako kaya ay magbago

Hinahanap ko ba sa iba ang ligaya
Ngayong tayo’y magkalayo

Manatili’t huwag matinag
Sa pag-ibig mo ay bihag
Ang puso kong ito

Isipin mo na lang, ang ating samahan
At ang pag-ibig ko sa ‘yo
Isipin mo na lang, ang ating samahan
At ang pag-ibig ko sa ‘yo

Isipin mo na lang, ngayong natagpuan
Tunay na magmamahal sa akin
At ang nag-iisang hadlang
Ay ang pansamantalang paghihintay
Ba’t di ko gagawin

Manatili’t huwag matinag
Sa pag-ibig mo ay bihag
Ang puso kong ito

Last Thursday was our 7th Monthsary. Rodney planned to surprise me by acting he doesn’t remember the date. But I blew that surprise away. He also disclosed that he actually had a gift for me as part of his surprise. I suspect that it’s Clinique Happy for Men, because he bluntly asked me if I love wearing perfumes and what brand.

So after my Thursday office work, I went straight to Fitness First Robinson’s Place Manila to meet him and work out. Then after, we decided to have our dinner at Don Henerico’s Malate. Before we pig out our Chicken ala Buffalo Solo Pack and Chili Shrimp Pasta in Olive Oil, he enthusiastically handed his gift for me. It’s not an orange-bottled perfume, but it’s a precious diamond ring! I was so speechless that time. I didn’t even expect it to be a ring. If only we were in a private spot, I will definitely cry and hug him tight. That evening was undeniably unforgettable one for the both of us. I love you very much Beh.

The Precious Diamond Ring