tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57870552024-03-13T23:56:03.250+08:00The Diary Underneath A Treebeatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.comBlogger511125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-3506359576688053752016-01-13T13:43:00.000+08:002016-01-13T13:47:04.308+08:00Be My LadyI don't know if there are still people reading my blog but I sure hope you guys watch my new soap opera, Be My Lady. It starts airing this January 18, 11:30am, right before It's Showtime, on ABS-CBN. :)
beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-38971492402056790352016-01-02T15:26:00.003+08:002016-01-02T20:38:45.071+08:002016 GoalsBefore setting new personal goals, I think it's proper to go back to my past New Year goals just to see if this is an exercise in futility.
2010 Goals
1. Lose weight
Obviously my weight has been fluctuating since 2010. I gain weight when I have a regular soap. I lose weight when I'm on taping break.
Present Goal: Lose weight even if I have a regular taping schedule. Go back tobeatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-52718552426995766692015-12-31T23:58:00.000+08:002015-12-31T23:59:11.995+08:00Camiguin Christmas VacationSince Nanay died, our family has been spending Christmas away from home.
Last year, we were in Tagaytay. This year, we went to my father's
hometown in Camiguin. Camiguin's a beauty, but more importantly, we
were able to reconnect with our relatives from my father's side. The
last time I was there, I was only 4 years old so I met most of them for
the first time last Christmas. I must beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-12670159498464064052015-12-31T21:50:00.003+08:002015-12-31T21:54:20.706+08:00Favorites of 2015Favorite Movie - Mad Max: Fury Road
Favorite Music Video - Sia "Elastic Heart"
Top 5 Favorite Songs
1. Kygo feat. Conrad Sewell "Firestone"
2. Rihanna feat. Kanye West and Paul McCartney "Four Five Seconds"
3. Drake "Hotline Bling"
4. Ariana Grande "One Last Time"
5. Justin Bieber "What Do You Mean?"
What about yours? :) beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-19339153943100927412015-12-29T16:28:00.001+08:002015-12-29T16:30:44.061+08:00Top 10 Things To Do In HanoiMy sister and I went to Hanoi, Vietnam last October for the first time. I honestly had low expectations going there but
the trip exceeded my expectations and Hanoi pleasantly surprised me. The beauty of Hanoi
is not only in its charm but also in its people. They are, by far, the
most hospitable locals in all the countries I've visited. The city was
friendly and safe. Manila beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-1582890440178159512015-10-20T17:07:00.001+08:002015-10-21T01:16:08.482+08:00Top 10 USA Trip HighlightsThere were many highlights, of course! But in this BuzzFeed era, these 10 were the most memorable and my must-do recommendation when in New York and San Francisco.
Singing along to my favorite Disney musical Beauty & The Beast in Castro Theater
Climbing on top of a mountain in chilly, windy weather just to get an evening shot of Golden Gate Bridge
Biking along West Cliff beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-15652771595361645622015-08-07T01:16:00.000+08:002015-08-07T01:24:59.731+08:00Three MilestonesI have been very busy since the last time I posted an entry that I forgot to blog 3 life milestones that happened to me this year.
First, after 15 years of working in the industry, I finally got to direct my first full-length mainstream movie. It took us a year to make it because of our lead actors' busy schedule but it was worth it. I am sincerely grateful to my company bosses for beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-49436326048890203072015-04-16T05:27:00.002+08:002015-04-23T07:09:41.636+08:00Singapore QuickieSince this has been turning into a travel blog, I figured I should write about my quick Singapore getaway. Last March, I went to Singapore with my Annaliza family. It was my 4th time in Singapore and I'm happy to note that it has remained the country where I feel the safest. Everything was still clean and orderly. I should say it's the perfect country to bring the whole beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-75546556871511586042015-01-20T15:47:00.000+08:002015-01-20T15:53:34.311+08:002014 FavoritesFavorite Movie I Saw in Theater - Gone Girl
I unfortunately saw only 14 movies in cinema this year and while uneven, this film tops simply because it took me to the unexpected and made me think about humanity in the age of electronic exhibitionism.
Favorite Movie I Saw on Torrent - Blue is the Warmest Color
Aside from its excellent aesthetics, the film features the best beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-21976542517929289382014-12-31T16:33:00.001+08:002014-12-31T16:45:53.199+08:00Tokyo Trip 2014My first time in Tokyo was meaningful and quite an eye-opener. I was following the lives of overseas Filipino workers for work and got a lot of insight about Japan post-big earthquake. That was memorable.
This second trip was a no-brainer. Went to touristy places, met a lot of people, and went with the flow. Typical maybe, but loads of fun! The trip also came in the right time when I needed to beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-28581568439332595082014-05-05T00:37:00.003+08:002014-05-05T10:45:35.294+08:00Seoul Trip 2014It was a trip that almost did not
happen. Booked the plane tickets after our Singapore vacation last
year. Unfortunately, my mother died in September. My sister and I were
hesitant to pursue the trip. It might be insensitive. However, we
thought of Nanay. Knowing her, we know she would want us to continue.
In a way, this trip symbolizes that life moves on for us and no matter
where beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-51509549200780930142014-04-17T10:51:00.002+08:002014-04-17T23:20:25.460+08:00Hong Kong & Macau Trip 2014They say it doesn't matter where you
are, as long as you're with good company, you're bound to have fun. That
is definitely true in my fifth trip to Hong Kong (second to Macau), this
time with my Annaliza family. Every day was a happy day with these
shiny happy people. I guess, we were just all too excited for this
getaway after working non-stop for more than a year. It also helps that
beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-56298936455111142512014-03-22T23:57:00.000+08:002014-03-23T00:00:43.246+08:00Annaliza Finale Thanksgiving PartyWe were the little show that could, and we did, and it feels so good! :)
I have nothing but love, respect and gratitude to Team Annaliza who
despite all obstacles, remained passionate to the craft and generous
with their talents for the entire year that we were filming the soap. I
will "surely, totally, definitely" miss them, that's why fun times like
the party last night should be beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-21877796976902924302014-01-01T15:06:00.000+08:002014-01-01T15:06:00.326+08:002013 Year in ReviewThe unforgettable year that was 2013!
Had many highs and plentiful blessings early last year - a hit soap opera ( Annaliza, my love), my first time to direct in MMK in 2 high-rating episodes (I love working on the show!), and I got to travel
abroad again with my family. The last quarter however, was unfortunate
and if you've been following me on FB, you know what happened. We had
our first beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-11164250884537229722013-12-31T11:43:00.000+08:002013-12-31T11:53:40.303+08:002013 FavoritesFavorite Movie - Iloilo
I would like my dream movie to be like this, personal but well-crafted, dramatic but real, insightful but not didactic.
Favorite Song - Daft Punk ft. Pharrell "Get Lucky"
Good ol' electronic music that makes you feel good, gets you up to the dance floor and doesn't make you throw up.
Favorite Album - Emblem3 "Nothing To Lose"
Guilty pleasure of 2013.&beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-75620661197679287332013-12-28T23:52:00.000+08:002013-12-31T11:54:44.048+08:00Give Thanks Despite A Blue ChristmasDespite the unfortunate events that happened to our family this year, there are still some things to thank God for. For one, I was able to celebrate my birthday in the company of my Annaliza family.
Birthday surprise on the set
With my Annaliza family
Another birthday cake during Annaliza's Christmas dinner
Birthday boy!
Just before I left home for the holidays, I wasbeatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-26068052868717008032013-11-24T10:47:00.004+08:002013-11-24T10:47:52.185+08:00Greatest FearMy greatest fear would be forgetting how it feels to have you around. I love you so much Nay!
beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-74224322343423873242013-09-29T01:48:00.003+08:002013-09-29T01:54:13.382+08:00Bye, Nay!My mother already passed away yesterday afternoon. It definitely breaks my heart for it was sudden, she didn't even have a life-threatening illness. What she had was a simple diarrhea that led to other complications. There might be a medical malpractice but the thought won't help me and family accept the situation now. I pray that God gives me the strength to deal with it beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-21982174666685189032013-09-26T23:48:00.001+08:002013-10-01T16:57:54.479+08:00Hospital BluesI finally saw my Nanay in ICU early this evening. She was confined because of complications from diarrhea or pwede ring because of the leniency of a local government hospital. I should have segued to a rant about better and affordable health care that's lacking in our country, no thanks to corrupt government officials, but there's another venue for that. I just wanted to write beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-1332966308722056202013-07-23T23:47:00.000+08:002013-07-23T23:47:05.925+08:00Behind The ScenesThis is how we roll! :)
beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-82241784358840203442013-07-01T00:53:00.001+08:002013-07-01T01:02:55.774+08:00Mixed EmotionsMy fatigue probably offset a would-have-been emotional day. Thank God because I hate being emotional!
Honey and I helped our housemate Aris moved to his new apartment in Paranaque earlier. He had to move because his work location transferred to Alabang and it's a hassle traveling from QC to Alabang everyday. I will definitely miss Aris. Truth be told, he's probably my closest guy pal beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-62877908586708969402013-05-26T23:44:00.000+08:002013-05-26T23:46:35.389+08:00AnnalizaThis has to be the most difficult shoot for a soap pilot that I experienced. The end product, however, is very fulfilling.
Please catch ABS-CBN's remake of the classic Annaliza, which starts airing later at 5:45pm, before TV Patrol, in Primetime Bida.
Full Trailer
The Making of Annaliza
Music Video
Feel free to share the links!beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-4608405645219991012013-05-25T14:25:00.000+08:002013-05-26T02:29:48.805+08:00Singapore Round 3Last April, I went to Singapore for the 3rd time, my 1st as a tourist. It was also my 2nd out-of-country trip with my family. I know I dismissed Singapore last year as too clean (read: boring) and while it's not as "colorful" as the other countries I've been to, I think I was too harsh with my judgment. I did enjoy Singapore this time, to think that we only went to the tourist beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-62792119712170298342013-03-09T03:56:00.001+08:002013-03-09T16:53:16.860+08:00MMK AnewI only wished to direct one MMK episode, so I feel very grateful to be offered to direct another one. I just love directing for MMK! I love the TV movie format more than soap.
Please watch Julia Montes portray the role of a young prostitute in her first MMK lead role TONIGHT, 7:30pm, after Wansapanataym on ABS-CBN. I will also appreciate it if you can share the link to your friends beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5787055.post-33010861926623726662013-02-14T21:23:00.002+08:002013-02-14T21:31:22.638+08:00Maalaala Mo KayaI just crossed out an item in my bucket list.
That was, to direct an MMK episode. I'm really grateful to the MMK team
for the opportunity and I hope I will make them proud.
Guys, watch and
help me promote my first MMK episode please! It
will be a perfect Valentines gift if you share the link below and/or
tell your friends to watch the episode. Thank you! MMK: All For Love airs
this beatlebumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14192865373222913643noreply@blogger.com0