Hi kids!

February was very productive, and I loved every bit of it!

I met with my former coworkers from West. It was so fun catching up with them. It's been so long. We had dinner at The Wholesome Table. Their lasagna was hella good!

- cookies from my fave cookie store, justbakedmnl, for V-Day!

- got myself a lucky bamboo plant coz I need all that luck in the world

- Zippo lurking

- this tote bag is so me!

- quick photo at Shangri-La, I look like a soafer sweet ghorl stomoyornnn??

- bought myself a sunflower. Sooo pretty!

Onto my Netflix Department

First was Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich & Ghislaine Maxwell: Filthy Rich. It made me sick to my core. How someone can have this level of evilness is beyond me. The people who are involved, the politicians, the royalty. I'm so mad because no one is still being accounted for, and it's been years since that happened. it just goes to show how unfair and unjust the system is. You can get away as long as you have money and power. Such a scary world we live in. 

The second movie was "Everybody Knows Every Juan" - I applaud the one-take shot of the movie. That shit is not easy to do. Love the plot too, especially the confrontation scene. As someone who looked after our sick loved ones, it spoke to me. This movie is a perfect mix of drama, chaos, and comedy. 

Top Songs From This Month

1.) My Everything - The Grace (the OG!!! yall need to listen to this gem! back when all the members can really belt!)

2) Good Night Good Dream - Nerd Connection (loved this the first time I discovered this song; I was surprised when I heard it in "Even If This Love Disappears Tonight" now im emotional pro max)

3.) Who Knows - Daniel Caesar (the line "maybe we'll get married one day, but who knows" is so beautifully made. Uncertainty sure is quite haunting.) 

4.) Why Why - Shannon Williams (another OG! this song made me want to fess up to my crush lol)

5.) Summer - Jannabi (this song will never not make me cry, never misses.)

I think that's all for my February. I almost forgot Valentine's Day. I spent it sleeping lol 

Being single for so many years, I've gotten used to treating it just as a normal day.

Honestly though, if I ever get into a relationship, you would probably cringe at my lovey-dovey posts with a long-ass caption. You all would probably mute or hide me. 

what can I say? I'm a lover girl, so SUE ME!!!

to my future husband, 

pls see photo below mehehe

Whoever you are, I hope you're kind, funny, spontaneous, and OBSESSED with me. 

and girl, if you're still thinking your period is just delayed, nahhh it went through. You're gonna have a Scorpio baby....

bye kids! Your dad better come ASAP; Mom is getting tired of waiting.

 Hi kids, and to the silent readers who could potentially be your dad if he'd just make a move. (I'm not kidding.)

Today, mom will share her CM7 experience. The last time I was here was 2024 pa so it's been a while. 

On the day of the festival, your mom was coming straight from a shift, so I barely got any sleep at all. We all met up at the Airbnb we rented and decided to head out around 4 PM so I could at least get some rest before everything started. Welp, no rest coz I was busy fitting my clothes and doing my makeup. 

When we got into the venue, there were already so many people. We grabbed some food before heading in and made it just in time for Maki’s set. It was my first time seeing him live, and he sounded really good.

I did feel a bit bad for him though the crowd was kinda dry, ughhh. But we cheered him on anyway!

Honestly, I think most of the attendees were in their 30s, because when Spongecola’s set started, the crowd went wild! I kid you not! so much that I started feeling anxious. My heart was pounding, and I even thought about going home… I might have passed out, seriously (THAT EXTREME!). I was scared, but after their set, I calmed down and was finally able to enjoy the show.

I could be looking like this while internally fighting my anxiety lol it's such a skill. 

This was my second time seeing Cup of Joe. The first time I watched them, they were still making a name for themselves, but wow, they’ve grown so much since then! It was a bit of a bummer though, because there were some audio issues during their set. They managed to fix it, but they had to sing some songs twice, which kinda sucked.

dancing while capturing new memories!

wWearingthese boots took 2-3 business days to recover lol my feet wwerehurting!! My running shoes would never give me this dillemma! 

Still, hearing “Multo” live was such a dream just the drop in the intro alone takes you to another dimension. I also loved their energy and stage presence… lowkey a fan.

December Avenue came on and got everyone feeling all the sad, longing vibes… but not me! Lol, no one came to mind. I’d rather feel nothing than be sad over someone I can’t have.

They did have fireworks though, so pasabogggg!

she feelin better or wtvr

But the highlight of the night for me was Rico Blanco. I think it was my first time hearing him live, and he sounded UHHMAZINGGG!! Everyone loved his set.

Hearing him sing “Balisong,” “Your Universe,” and “You’ll Be Safe Here” felt like a warm hug… so comforting!!!

To be serenaded with the line "Never in my life have I been more sure" aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhh

And can I just say how young he looked for his age?? He is 52 yrs old!!!

I may not be brokenhearted, but this girl is a yearner through and through lol

The rest of the night was alright. It was around midnight when we decided to go home, we were all exhausted af.

This might probably be my last music festival for a while… I’m not really sure. The anxiety I felt was intense! Not sure if I became claustrophobic or what. I think it was also because I hadn’t slept before the event, and that usually triggers it for me.

I made it out alive though! So that's still something to celebrate hahaha

Bye kids!

Hi kids, and to everyone new here or just casually snooping.

Since we're starting 2026, I just thought I should reintroduce myself. 

I’m Grace, 31, from Taguig. I’ve been blogging since 2014, and this space is basically my digital diary. I mostly write monthly recaps where I dump my top songs, things I watched, and whatever the hell I was up to that month. Sometimes I also write about my running era, my dating life (I have no one lol), or anything I feel like oversharing at the moment. 

-- now onto our January blog --

I thought grief would feel lighter over time, but it's not. I found myself talking to my aunt's portrait whenever we're alone. It makes me feel better somehow. I know she's watching us, and she's probably even beside me right now as I type this lol Tita don't scare me, you know naman! I know I will get through this. I just need some more time. I miss you, Madam! 

On days when I feel better, I would try to go out with friends. Honestly, I have been bedrotting ever since she passed. I didn't feel like going out, but I do miss being outside. 

I finally met up with Rey again! We’re officially back to working together, and honestly, despite everything I’ve been going through lately, this new job is the one thing that’s been giving me genuine happiness. I didn’t even get the chance to celebrate it properly, but this moment felt like one in itself! 

We had some fancy high tea experience at Conrad. I love it sm!

Then we had a sponty sunset cruise at MoA. It was already past 7pm, so it's dark, but it's still a fun experience. It helped me take my mind off of things for a while.

Kids, we love your Tita Rey. She will be our go-to person if I can no longer help you with your 4th grade math homework hehe

Went on a solo date. I ate some good Japanese food at DonDonTei! I spoiled myself with a new pink ukulele that would probably just end up as decoration since the quality isn't giving lol it made me happy though!!!

I also celebrated your dear Tito Vien's birthday. We tried bowling this time. It was so tiring, I went home with my arms numb!!! 

Lastly, there was the Circus Music Festival. I missed the feeling of attending stuff like this! I have never felt more alive. 

 Full blog post coming soon! 

I attended my last meeting with my former company. I'm gonna miss everyone!! Being under the Deals team made me feel so loved, supported and well taken care of. You all made working so tolerable. I'm going to miss doing the training, too but I feel like it's also the perfect time for me to leave. I have learned so many things working there for almost 3 years and I'm thankful for the opportunities. Bye KW family! It's been one heck of a ride. 

Few snaps from my camera roll

- my dear coworker, sent me this box of brownies as a despedida treat! ilsym ate Grace!

- finally started my 1,000-piece puzzle

- random food order while blasting Chappell Roan

- the said ukulele -_-

- Latte ASMR to help me sleep

- me and my caesar salad obsession

Matcha Adventures!

- matcha spanish latte from Tokyo Matcha (less sugar is so good!)

- matcha latte from DonDonTei (hmm it's okay ig)

- matcha drink from Tealive (it was bad but the palpitations were thrilling lol I forgot the name but it had some pink pearls in it, which I find cute!)

- matcha latte from 180 Cafe (too sweet; didn't even taste the matcha at all)

- matcha latte from Bittersweet Cafe (a bit bland)

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Netflix Department

The first crime docu was called "Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart" . It was so scary; I couldn't imagine what I would've done if I were in her situation! :(

Top Song From This Month

1.) Cosmic - Red Velvet (the bridge of this song is sooo bewitching!)

2.) Spaghetti - Le Sserafim (goodass workout song)

3.) Honey - Taylor Swift ("you can call me honey if you want" aaaaaaah)

4.) I'll Still Have Me - Cyn (current crashout song)

5.) Ang Awit Natin - Janine Tenoso (takes me back to 2019 T^T)

It’s strange because some days I want to go out and be around people, and other days I feel a sudden urge to shut myself off from everyone. I think a big part of this comes from grief. It takes a toll on me every time. Losing so many people in my life, I sometimes wonder if I should be numb by now, but it still hurts just as much.

I know I’ll come around eventually. I know I’ll be okay.

Lately, I've been watching ASMR to help me get to sleep because it is so hard to sleep. These days, my mind is just full of thoughts; I wish I could shut them off like a switch. But ever since I started watching it before bed, my sleep has improved so much. I can get at least 6-8 hours a day. I used to find this stuff cringe, but it's so damn therapeutic! 

My darling, Feli recommended Latte ASMR to me. She's so good, she even calms my anxiety!

Here's to healing and being okay with things that are beyond my control. 

See you on my next blog!

***DRAFT FROM LAST YEAR*** 

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This is so not on my 2025 vision board.

USO PA PALA ANG FRIENDZONE??????????

AT MY BIG AGE OF 30?? 

WHAT THE HELL, MAN?

As if situationships and hookup culture aren't already fucking us up, we're going back to the old days—FRIENDZONE. Honestly, I have not heard that word in a while. THAT WAS SO HIGH SCHOOL!

I'm so bitter. I'm sorry lol

Soo for some backstory. I met this guy on Tinder (ahh she's on a dating app!!!!- God forbid a girl tries to date, SUE ME!!!) He's from another country, and the one thing that we have in common is our love for pop music, specifically Taylor Swift. And if you knew me personally, you would know just how much that woman raised me. 

He isn't just a Love Story-level fan; he's the preorder-the-new-album kind of fan, so you knew he wasn't kidding and wasn't saying it to impress the womenfolk. He even went to the Era's Tour ffs. 

I enjoyed talking to him because he is witty, funny (not funnier than me, though, but could work), an amazing conversationalist (or so I thought). We would talk consistently for a week—and ladies, I swear, you better enjoy the first week of talking to every guy you meet because that's their peak. They'll switch up faster than the speed of light!

Just after a week of talking. He suddenly disappeared on me. 

Out of thin air. 

It took me by surprise because I thought we were on the same page. Like getting to know each other and shit. Turns out it was just me and my imagination, but I do not fully trust men I meet on dating apps, so I went ahead with my life. Being on a dating app taught me just how afraid men are of commitment. 

IMMA SAY THIS WITH ALL THE SINCERITY LEFT IN MY HEART

GET. OFF. THE. FUCKING. APP.

y'all be forgetting it's still a DATING APP

Long story short, yo girl got ghosted (for the gazzilionth time), and I hate how normalized this has become. I may be used to it, but I'd be lying if I said I don't get into a self-questioning phase. 

Just like any other day, I proceeded to live my life. I went on trips with friends; I was busy training for fun runs. It kept me occupied.

But just after a month, he reached out.

Now you ask, "Why do you still reply?"

In the middle of one of our usual two‑minute conversations, he said we should be friends because we weren’t in a romantic zone or whatever. I stared at my phone for a solid minute, just trying to let it sink in, then played it cool like nothing happened.

But for the record, there was flirting. There was teasing. I just didn’t know he had already checked out.