High Street Saturday

Today's a Tuesday.. and it's a new film day (as I've mentioned three months ago.... ha ha ha)

So much for introductions I tried

Anyway, last Saturday, Laine, Keik, another friend named Sydney, and I all went to Bonifacio Global City to have a photoshoot. It's partly for their project (some sort of talent show, and they decided that theirs was to take photos. so they did) but I just tagged along to take my own photos (I grouped with another classmate and Yeollie for the project). We actually arrived sometime around 10am, and most stores were still closed so we were resigned to the outdoors (where it was kinda really sunny and hot). The theme is something related to winter/fall, thus their outfits.

For this photoshoot, I actually brought three rolls of film with me (one was already loaded and partially used). Since I finished only two, those were the ones I got developed. Sadly, the first roll had only 7 salvaged photos (I still have no concrete idea why. The only problem with the first roll is that it's expired, so maybe that had something to do with it) and those are dark and grainy, quite unlike my previous photos. Despite these, however, I still hope that you enjoy my shots c:

As usual, taken with Penelo-P, my Nikon FG-20

Keik with Laine's camera 

Left to.. Bottom (HAHA sorry)- Keik, Laine, Sydney, Me

levitating photos are the bomb (also, Keik's makeup)

(insert hashtag here) ITRIED 

[Levitating Photo]; resembled a sort of ad for lushcosmetics oops

                            Apparently I like to do this comparing of photos thing

right outside of fully booked, a fail levitating shot that looks pretty decent

Sydney and her sister Chelsea

[Photo taken by Keik]

The following photos are from the first roll (weeps); they ended up to be dark and/or extra grainy

Shot outside of my window

I tried to double expose and I think I sort of succeeded (outside my window again)

Hobbes and Landes before the store opened. The two figures were positioned behind the doors and it looked just creepy and adorable. I think I made it look more creepy than the latter, though. (darn you film)

Well, that's it for now. Until I get my next film roll developed (continuation there, although not anymore photoshoot-y.)

xx Cara

Levitation: Speed Limit 20 KPH

Woo, sneak peak of me. Taken by Cara.

Hello! It's levitation photography part 2 feat. speed limit sign. You've probably (or maybe not have) seen my first set of levitating photos, so here's the second, hopefully new and improved. 

This time, it's the beautiful fresh Cara who's modeling for me (woah for her thin legs). She poses pretty well for her first time (or at least better than my awkward poses that will be kept hidden from the internet). Again, not much photos because we had a lot, and I mean a lot, of fail shots, so that's out of the list, plus embarrassing facial expressions.

Hopefully more levitating photos in the future!

Thanks for reading! Comments, suggestion, opinions and your own photos you'd like to share are very much appreciated and encouraged.

Kick Off Sale + "A" Haul

Before I start, I just want to rant on how I finished this draft, and when I was about to upload it, everything tuned blank and I lost everything! It was really depressing, so I'll just have to do everything again, but making it quick and short this time. Does this happen to you too?

Anyway, I'm back with a shopping haul! I don't often go shopping, but this is an exception.

Rockwell had a "Kick Off" sale, that ended last week and I was able to get really great stuff. Since our school report card was given on that week too, I received Php 3,000 to spend with my A grade. I got to buy a lot and spend not too much, yay! I have never made so much decisions in my life, until today, haha.

Let's start!

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1. Laced boots - Topshop - Php 925.50 (70% off)

2. High waist shorts - BAYO - Php 400+ (50% off)

3. 3/4 sleeved top - BAYO - Php 695

4. Laced top - Dorthy Perkins - Php 572.50 (50% off)

5. Dress - Dorthy Perkins - Php 1,172.50 (50%)

6. Knited sweater - Warehouse - Php ??? (50% off)

9. Black Gel Ink Pen - MUJI - Php 65

10. Tint Lip Balm - The Face Shop - Php 495

11. Nose strip - The Face Shop - Php 35

12. Sunblock - The Face Shop - Php 0

Thanks for reading!

Any comments are appreciated.

Next up: Laineblu and I are planning our first fashion photoshoot this weekend featuring Fall/Winter outfits.

The lost was found

      High school life has pressured me more to find my path in life. While everyone is striving to find themselves to ready for  college, I just stay still like a lost puppy. This is one of those times I feel like I don't belong anywhere..so I am pressured to just blend in or even be stressed. I'm not saying this is bad though.. sometimes it's also good to worry about the future,but we also need to trust in God, right?

     I think there are many times in our lives we don't know what to do or are even discouraged because of the pressure we get from people. I found a way to solve my problem. I may not have solved it yet, but I know I can by the learning from this drama.

    Watching a drama called "In A Good Way" made me realize the purpose of life and see the positive side of the world. Although it's setting is during the 1990s, all the events are still relatable and interesting. The difference in songs and devices because of the the generation gap also adds up to the list of charms that this show has. I even learned about amusing things such as mp3 players which they bring in their everyday bags and pagers which are cute but sometimes inconvenient. Every time I watched an episode, I would always feel recharged, like eating my favorite food haha. 

Now it's time for me to talk about the awesomeness or of this show!!

Summary: 

     This drama is set during 1994 in Taiwan. It depicts a life of a smart but dependent girl who is in search for her own path. Because of her overly possessiveness to her best friend, Ren Wei, she has lost her own freedom. Her possessiveness even drove her to ruining her future and even caused her to face many other consequences. She then has to find her own way and stay away from her best friend's shadows to regain herself. Will this dependent and unlucky girl ever find her freedom?

Main Characters: 

Liu chuan- the king the college university, smart,handsome and sporty.
Jia En- a dependent girl who is in search for her own path 

Ren Wei- a childhood friend of Jian En, guitarist and singer, occasionally annoying

Bai Xue- the queen of the college university and has a secret crush

5 Reasons why I love this drama:

1. It teaches me a lot about life in an interesting way.

- inspiring quotes from the characters:

"Failure is the mother of success"-Ren Wei

"Freedom is measured on how much you understand it" - Liu Chuan's grandfather

"If you are stuck in another person's life, you cannot find your own potential."- Liu Chuan

- learnings/ realizations

  

• We need independence to find our passion or path in life.

•  Problems should be faced to be solved.

• The right friends can lead you to the right way.

• We should be brave enough to stand up for what is right.

And many more :)

2. That part may have made you a little bored because of the massive amount of words... Here is the more interesting part, the romance and friendship.

- unlike most Asian dramas, this show shows the reality of relationships. (Ups and downs)

- the friendship between the characters is cute and touching~~

(You'll understand once you watch:)))

- all the love relationships have potential because each couple complements each other.(I really love the chemistry between the couples)

- whenever I watch an episode, I turn bipolar which scares my mom sometimes..:)) I cry, laugh and giggle all in just an hour(one hour per episode)

3. It teaches me new Chinese words which I find very fun :)

4. It captures the hearts of dog lovers like me with the mischievous and adorable character, MOMO!

5. Lastly, it strengthens me and inspires me wake up everyday with a smile.  

- try listening to the song, "Hello Good Morning Hard City"! 

The lyrics of this song is really inspiring. :)

Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2Hnwn0nVvo

If you want the English lyrics, feel free to comment below so I can send it to you :) Oh, if you also have a Weibo account, you can also befriend me by commenting you username! :) I would be happy to add you to my short list of friends.

At the moment, the drama is still showing and only 10 episodes have been released. Hope you will watch this drama with me and also fill your life with joy! If you are planning to watch, you can watch in viki.com which releases new episodes every Saturday!:)

* disclaimer. All pictures are from viki.com.

Thank you for reading~~ hope you enjoyed it :)

                                                                                                                         -Yeollie