Drum roll please. Now officially introducing...

Wudduuup! How awesome is that?! After working for Kaiser for about five years, while volunteering at Church almost everyday, he has heard his calling! Full-time Youth and Young Adult Coordinator for Holy Spirit Parish! I'm not going to lie, the news hit this family pretty hard. Mixed emotions created tension in this household. Issues rose concerning his financial well-being--benefits, raising a family, retirement fund. However, "work for money, you end up poor. Work for your passion, & God will reward you."

My brover found his "Bap" and dangit, I'm proud of him!

My brother...

is taking a huge leap of Faith.

I have so much to say, but I shall shut my mouth until it is official.

For now, please keep him in your prayers. Thanks!

By the way, his name is Rowell aka Row. :)

Now go to St. Johns and grab a half off burger!

mmm BAP, ba duba dop ba du bop, ba dupa dop ba du...

I totally had to look up the lyrics to that song. :/

For the past couple of weeks, I've been running into my uncle, Bap, at work. My Bap is one of the gardeners at Kaiser who has been there since the beginning. See the beautiful flowers, freshly cut grass, and vegetable boxes around Kaiser? Yep, he did it! Remember the little bear made of green plants, who was swinging on a swing at the old Kiely Kaiser? Yep, he did it!

I told my brother that I've been seeing Bap at work and we both think that HE HAS THE COOLEST JOB EVER. In terms of the "ideal" job people seek for most of their lives-the desire to find a career that you actually enjoy-man, Bap gots that! Cousins, if you think about it, when Bap goes to work, he gardens. And when he's not at work? He gardens! That's his "thing" and clearly enjoys it. Bap does what he does everyday AND gets paid for it. Isn't that awesome?!

ANNND let me just add that other than maintaining Kaiser's natural green environment, Bap also goes around to each David household and makes sure everything is A-OK...yard wise. There's not a single dull David household in Santa Clara. From vegetable gardens to lemon/persimmon trees to plants in the shape of a big bear, Santa Clause, and a reindeer or bunny (depending on the season), our houses never looked untamed (like the house next door in which the lawn looks like a freakin' jungle!)

How cool is that?!

I need to continue my steps now. Have a wonderful week! Don't forget your allergy medicine, bring an umbrella tomorrow, and sleep early-it's Monday tomorrow.

Dream and Lost Car.

Last night I had a terrible dream! My papa, uncle, and I went to the Philippines for a tiny trip to see the fam, and it was a very long journey, in which we had to walk by foot to the village. The place didn't look familiar, but I just kept following them. All of a sudden, I find out that my papa was actually there to meet another girl! What the frick! I was in complete shock and he just kept laughing. I begged him not to leave my mom as we continued to walk. As I was talking about her and how sad she would be, we suddenly somehow pass her on the streets. She looked at us with such a sad face and told my dad, "see!" Then she disappears.

What a weird dream, no?! And it so happens that my parents will be gone this weekend to celebrate their 28th anniversary! Hawman...wa wa wa weird.

Happy Wednesday to you all. Be kind, say "bless you" and don't forget your chapstick tomorrow.

Oh! Quick story: After work, I totally thought my car was stolen! I was looking around the garage for a good 43 seconds until I realized I was looking on the 2nd floor. I parked on the 3rd floor. Oops. ;)

Happy Easter!

Captain Crunch Berries is only $1.99 at Safeway!

Let's conclude my Lenten grind:

1. Driving without texting/bbming/talking/twittering on my phone went well. However, I did use my phone when I was stuck on 101 without moving for about 10 minutes!
2. I missed a couple days of blogging, but it's ok. I'll try for next year.
3. Never-ending process. I called on God a lot this season, and He has helped me through it all. Extremely grateful and thankful.
4. In progress? I'm not quite sure, but I am definitely realizing, questioning, and learning many things.

I'd have to say that Holy Thursday and Good Friday masses are my favorite to go to. I actually like it better than Christmas! Weird, eh? The major events that occur on these two days is just so powerful and meaningful to me that I look forward to it every year! Come join us next year!

I'm going to try to blog every now and then. Thanks to all ("all" meaning what...four people? haha) for reading my random blogs. :)

Have a safe and splendid week. The sun whispered in my ear telling me he might come out and play Tuesday-Friday! Watch the Sound of Music on ABC Family! So long, farewell auf wiedersehen goodbye, adieu, adieu, adieu to you and you and you..do doot do do do do doot do do do do do.

Holy Saturday!

I went to Ulta for the first time today.

Passing up on Easter Vigil. I think the only time I went to Easter Vigil was when Jbendo got confirmed. But mass tomorrow with the fam!

I think I can spend hours at Ulta. Man, I wish there was one in Santa Clara. Sephora in Eastridge? Wait, what?!

I can't believe tomorrow is Sunday already.

Pinkberry with Mel, JR, and Jbendo now. Bye bye!

Good Friday!

I drank half a Berry Mango Daq. on an empty stomach. No bueno.

My mom, papa, brover, and even Shar had the day off from work/school, but nooot me. :( The entire day I was counting down until 515 and was super excited to go to church at Holy Spirit. Right when I got home, I didn't even have time to change or eat because my papa was rushing me so we can get good seats (which we did).

This is the third year my family has gone to Good Friday mass at Holy Spirit, and it gets better every year. The atmosphere, the people, the priests, the music, the homily...man, I can go on forevers! The Passion Play always chokes me up--so meaningful and so powerful.

After mass-dinner at Red Lobster as usual. I'm just oh so super tired now and can't wait to sleep in!

Remember, pray, and thank Jesus Christ for giving up His life for us. He is truly amazing.

HOLY THURSDAY

Lent has officially ended! It is now time for the Triduum.

I went to mass at 7pm and to my surprise, it was different. As the Washing of the Feet is one of the significant events of Holy Thursday, it was not offered to the public. Ever since I can remember, people of the church could stand in line in front of the alter and get their feet washed. However, this time only about six people, who represented the community, got their feet washed. I think it was due to time because not only was it a full house, but mass was already about two hours long.

My favorite part about Holy Thursday is when we follow the alter servers and priest into the gym in which a shrine is setup with candles and orchids surrounding it. The priest carries the Body of Christ and places it in the tabernacle. We watch, wait, and pray. The mood shifts from the joy of the Last Supper to remembering and awaiting the betrayal of Jesus. The gym is open until midnight where people can come in and pray.

Good Friday tomorrow, but this time we're going to Holy Spirit. It's tradition.

Day 43: The Wisdom to know the difference.

Shar was classmates with Yung Rizzo's sister in 6th grade!

Couple things:

1. Always so lovely seeing my dweebess. I miss her already, and I think her & Yung Rizzo are cute. Oh and his sister too, aww.
2. It's never too cold for yogurt. Thanks Llama!
3. Sometimes I'm not quite sure what to think.
4. My mom, lola, Bap Jim, Auntie Anele, Auntie Nong, and baby James came to my work and were so loud while I was on the phone with a patient :/
5. Looking forward to going to church tomorrow!

Have a lovely sleep sleeps, brush your teeth, and do not forget to floss.

Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can and the Wisdom to know the difference.

Day 42: Confession

I cried during my last confession.

Part of the process of my First Communion in 2nd grade, was going through the Sacrament of Reconciliation first. I don't remember the actual confession with the priest, but I do remember practicing what I was going to say to him. "Forgive me Father, for I have sinned. This is my first confession..."

I hardly remember going to my second confession. I don't even know what year.

Third/last time going to confession was during my Confirmation retreat and it was pretty deep. I actually knew the priest, which made me sort of scared to talk to him. However, once I started letting out whatever I needed to say, I became emotional. The comments, advice, and prayer the priest said to me afterwards brought a sense of peace. God Forgives.

Part of Holy Week is going to confession, and I didn't go. Why? Because I'm scared. Haha.

Some thoughts:
1. What do 2nd graders say during confession?
2. Do I have to confess to a priest? Can I just talk to God and tell him myself? Just wondering.
3. I think I should've went today. Dangit.

God,
You answered my prayers quick! Thanks for bringing Jbendo home tomorrow :) May he have a safe flight back.
Thank you a zillion,
KMD.

Stormy weather tomorrow, please dress warm and bring an umbrella! Watch an episode of HIMYM and go to sleep with a smile on yO face. :)

Day 41: Bedtime

Hi, my name is Kristine[dash]Marie Ventura David and I sleep at 11:00PM.

Ever since I started working, my sleeping schedule has changed dramatically. For about three months, I slept at around 4AM and managed to wake up before the PM. However, that has all changed. I now sleep by 11:00PM. I feel old. But hopefully this is just a phase. Once I get use to working, I'll be more in a mood to do something and sleep later.

Um....but for now, I'm going to get ready for bed. I have 30min before my eyes have to close. I can hear Jbendo brushing his teeth as I type right now through Tokbox.

God,
Can you please send Jbendo home before the Triduum? I really want him to attend Holy Thursday & Good Friday mass. It's going to be legen...wait for it....dary!
Thanks,
KMD.

Happy sleep sleeps everyones! Don't forget to eat breakfast tomorrow. Goodnight!

Day 40: Palm Sunday

"The cat is out of the bag." ;D

I am now on Season 3 of HIMYM, and I love it. After every episode, I become more and more fond of Barney. Like I stated in my previous blog, I want a Barney friend. Besides his wacky, stupid, and oh so very humorous personality, he really is a GOOD FRIEND. Aw *high five to him!

The start of a new week. Oh Monday, let's hurry up shall we?

Holy week starts tomorrow!
HEADS UP! Come to Good Friday mass at Holy Spirit at 7pm! It'll be awesome, promise!

Try picking out your clothes the night before, it'll save some time. Watch out for the weather, Mother Nature might trick you. Start off the week right and SMILE.

Day 39: I LOVE...

Day 38: A blog for Llama.

Kaiser has some pretty good pizzas.

Whenever I eat out, I tend to order the same thing, or same type of food. I guess it can be bad, but at least I'm almost always satisfied?

1. Cheesecake Factory: Pasta Da Vinci
2. CPK: Roasted Garlic Chicken
3. Elephant Bar: Chicken Tenders w/ Fries
4. BJ's: Grilled Chicken Club or Great White Pizza
5. ANY Sushi Place: Seaweed Salad and Spider Roll or Dragon Roll (whichever has shrimp tempura)
6. Lock Chun: Combination Chow Mein, Shrimp w/ Black Bean Sauce
7. Red Robin: Clucks & Fries
8. Fenton's: Half Chicken Salad Sandwich & Half Fruit Salad, ANNNDD ALWAYS a "Create Your Own" Regular 2 Scoop Sundae
9. Wingstop: 10 Lemon Pepper Wings and sometimes fries.
10. Chili's: I use to get their Chicken Club Tacos, but now they got cheap and are super tiny and gross, so I'm in the process of searching for my dish hea.
11. St. John's: Depends what day. Wed/Sat: Bacon Swiss Burger, Fri: Chicken Quesadilla

That's all I can think of right now. Llama, I hope this doesn't make your mouth water too much. One more week until Easter, you're almost there! I believe in you!

Enjoy the sun while it's hea! Rain appears to be in the forecast next week. Don't forget to do your laundry and always wear your seatbelt. Happy Friday to you all!

Day 37: Dream jobs

I haven't seen my papa all week! He works night, I work day. When I'm awake, he's asleep. When he gets home, I'm asleep.

If money didn't matter, and we could be absolutely ANYTHING we wanted to be and do ANYTHING we wanted to do, I'd...

1. have my own little bakery shop for humans AND dogs!
2. be a meteorologist for KTVU Channel 2 News! I'd work side-by-side with Bill Martin and make fun of Sal Castaneda after he reports the morning traffic.
3. work for a magazine and design layouts for articles, trends, and celeb stories.
4. sleep.
5. be a cotton candy maker who not only designs cotton candy into different shapes, but creates new and mixed flavors like shrawberry banana, chocolate shrawberry, oreo, atis, and rambuton!
6. take over Auntie Anne's
7. be on Broadway (better luck with the cotton candy maker huh? :P)

to be continued...

The day we've all been waiting for is tomorrow! Happy Spring Break to whoever is on break, enjoy! Wash your face, don't forget no meat tomorrow, and give hugs!

Day 36: Butterfly Birthday

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PAPA!!



Birthday card thopping is fun when you know you can be fun because the birthday person is fun. Check out the card we (sibs) gave my papa! It's a joke, laugh. :D Since I didn't see my papa today, I texted him when I was at work:

Me: Happy Happy Birthday again! Did you like the card? Hahaha
Papa: Yes...very mucho:)thnx 2 all my children...hahaha...

A couple things why this text is weird/funny:
1. He said "mucho"
2. He actually used an emoticon
3. He has a full texting keyboard & still chooses to type the number 2 instead of "to"
4. "All my children" ummm it's just 3 of us, not 14.

Watch The Runaways. Eat chicken. Have a happy night. :)

Day 35: Worrywart

Tis true, there's an L&L's on Homestead!

1. I fret about the "little" things.
2. Tiny mistakes overpower my mind like no other.
3. Honestly, I really do care what people think.
4. The work baggage follows me home.
5. I am a worrywart.

Day 34: Tough Monday

Today, I felt that feeling-that feeling of rather going to school than going to work.

PROS of working:
1. no homework
2. no studying
3. $$$
4. no commuting
5. no papers
6. experience
7. benefits

PROS of schooling:
1. create your own schedule
2. "college" environment
3. learning
4. breaks
5. scrubbin' it out
6. friends
7. wearing a backpack

It'll take me forever to write the cons for both, so let's just think positive for both, yeah? Man man man what to do, what to do.

Tuesday, fly by please. FLY BY!

Day 33: Mothership

I finally got a pair of black-everyday-shoes.
Honestly, it's been years since I bought black shoes. I think the last pair I bought (not including flats) were black converses. Chyeah...years.

Holy freakin' moly. I went to the Fry's in San Jose, off of Brokaw, and let me tell you...
Before entering Fry's, I was a bit amazed, stood outside, and observed the building. This is a picture of what I saw. I was a bit confused and wondered why the heck it looks like a pyramid. Once I entered, I instantly felt like I was walking into the Indiana Jones' ride in Disneyland! Bamboo sticks, fake lizards, Egyptian designs, hawman, is the big ball going to run me over soon? After asking Jbendo about it, he asked me, "haven't you ever seen Fry's commercials?" Then it hit me, this Fry's is just like the commercial! Hahaha, how cool is that! However, I must admit, Sunnyvale Fry's is still betters. :)

I really hope this week goes by fast. Safe studying, safe working, and safe traveling to you all. Listen to Dangerous by Yung Rizzo, and follow him on Twitter!

Happy sleeps sleeps and let's pray for a speedy Monday, shall we?

Day 31 & 32: Triple Fail.

I'm taking Llama's advice to just type anything and just edit later...

Couple thoughts:
1. Cotton Candy Machine: on hold.
2. Sunday, then Monday...
3. I'm really not that dumb.
4. What do I teach Pre-K and K tomorrow?
5. What to get my papa for his bday?
6. I think I'll just sleep.
7. Ta ta.

Day 30: A Friend Named Barney.

I want to have a friend like Barney (HIMYM).

You know how fun it would be if Barney was your friend? Man! Too fun!

When you're having a bad day, who can you rely on to make you laugh and forget about everything for at least 14 minutes as you drink a glass of bourbon? Barney.

Who can you "suit up" with just for the heck of it? Barney.

When you feel like a 12 year old kid, who would totally go laser tagging with you? Barney.

Wingman? Barney.

Wadduuup.

Barney.

On a side note: Jesse James cheated on Sandra Bullock?! :(

Tomorrow is Pryday! I hope it goes by fast, I can't wait for the weekend. Let's enjoy tomorrow, shall we? Miss you all, take care, and it's almost Easter! Hang in there!!!

Day 29: Stories

1. Giving Jbendo a tour of Kaiser:

Me: And this is the Pedi Department to the left
Jbendo: Huh?
Me: Pedi...Pediatrics...
Jbendo: What???
Me: Pediatrics Department
Jbendo: Ohhhhh, kids.
Me: Wow, that's what you call Berkeley education, ah?

2. Kuya, Jbendo, and I talking about how my brover was drunk after VIP, while mom washes the dishes:

Kuya: What else did I do?
Me: You ate the whole bowl of boiled eggs.
Jbendo: Yeah! Hahaha
Kuya: Really? Man, I don't remember.
Mom(angry & very serious): Ay! That's bad if you don't remember! You never know what might happen. Someone might steal your kidney!
Kuya, Jbendo, and I: WHAT THE FUH! LOL AHAHHA

Happy St. Patrick's Day, don't forget to take allergy medicine, and bring snacks to work/school tomorrow! Enjoy!

Day 28: Chewsday

April 13, mark it on yO calendars...GLEE RETURNS!!!


Be a pal and watch this video. In The Sun by She & Him. Zooey Deschannel is gorgeous!



One day closer to the weekend guys! 72 tomorrow, wadduuup *high five* Perfect day for a ChocoTaco! Yums!

Day 27: And Another One!

Jbendo is leaving again....on Monday...for two weeks!!!

Yah know what? When Jbendo went to Berkeley, it wasn't so bad. Although Berk is only about 50 minutes away from Santa Clara, I would see him about once or twice a month. Of course it was hard at first, but I got use to it and it wasn't a big deal. The longest I've gone without seeing him was a month. A full month!

Now, two weeks is like having a sleepy right foot for me. LOL, dumb Kristine[dash]Marie Ventura David. I think it's because I got the hang of seeing him almost everyday since he works a few minutes away from me. I must admit though, once he graduated college, holy moly, it was totally weird seeing him more than usual. Haha, good weird duh.

Jbendo, you are one lucky piece of $10 PizzaHut. Washington D.C, Washington State, Florida, Washington D.C again, then Washington State again...man you should start collecting something from each state you travel to! Maybe Starbucks mugs, no? Hopefully, you'll get to travel out of the country soon! Bring me if you go to England k?

Soak up some Vitamin D and enjoy this freakin' beautiful weather! Wear sunblock, of course! Update your calendars, set your alarm, and have a nice sleep sleeps.

Day 25 & 26: I Failed Again.

I watched the first five episodes of HIMYM, and absolutely LOVE BARNEY!

Again, I forgot to blog last night. I knew I should have blogged earlier in the day since family/friends were over for the fight. Man, I hope I keep this up til Easter. I must!

Pacquiao vs. Clottey:
1. Yay for Arnel Pineda for singing the national anthem.
2. Boxing has cheerleaders? Psh, get outta hea!
3. Pacquiao, you are such a comedian.
4. Clottey, you are so boring.
5. This fight wasn't as exciting as previous fights, but still happy for PacMan!

VIP:
1. Crocodile game = tradition.
2. King's Cup + Crocodile = tradition.
3. Yogurt & Pineapple Soju...oh so yummy!
4. Shot of Henny...not so yummy.
5. Again, I can't wait until the rest of the cowsins turn 21!

I'll have a better blog tomorrow. This daylight savings thing messed me up today, but am very happy that the sun is out longer :)

I wish you all a happy week. Dress light! 70 degree weather this entire week! Exciting, no?

Day 23 & 24: I Failed

Hi, my name is Kristine and I just failed part of my Lenten duties.

HAWMAN! I totally forgot to blog last night. I thought of it plenty of times while typing up my work notes, and then it completely slipped my mind. Thanks Llama for letting me know. Haha. Oh well, I shall still continue.

It's Friday and man am I happy! Why? Because...
1. Weekend = no work
2. Jbendo comes home
3. Mel comes home
4. Hanging with the cowsins
5. Pacquiao fight!
6. Girl scout cookies
7. Sleep!

My brover is going to Miyake's. You know what that means? He gets to eat sushi. MMM! ANNND I guess take some sake bombs too. Boo.

Ok, til tomorrow! Have fun, be safe, eat some girl scout cookies, and bring an umbrellas! It's a rainings!

Day 22: =X

I'm not at liberty to say...

Day 21: Messed Up Schedule

I wanted to go to Vegas on Memorial Day weekend, but my parents beat me to it.

Dude, so this whole waking up early thing messed up my schedule. Not so much as my sleeping schedule, but my restroom schedule (if ya know what I mean). I have a set time of when I go #2. For example: For the past four months, I woke up around 10ish, and would have the need to go by 11am. Then throughout the day, whenever I need to. Just knowing that I'm removing all the waste in my body makes going to the restroom a two thumbs up experience. I can't go a day without going at least twice. There has been a couple of times when I actually went four times, one after every meal...haha. But that's if I'm lucky and comfortable. I'm sure Mel and Francis the praying mantis agree with me, as we talk about poo often. Haha, especially that Melanie Ryla, she's obsessed.

Waking up early for just two days so far, ruined my restroom schedule! Since I'm at work by the time I usually go, it scared it away and I am not able to go. :P I have this issue of how comfortable I feel going #2 elsewhere. UGH. I guess my body has to adapt to this time change. At least Kaiser has clean restrooms.

Ok, random gross blog. I apologize. Not really. Finally, it's Wednesday tomorrow! Don't hold your need to use the restroom, it's bad. Laugh! :D

Day 20: My First Day

"Welcome to the KP jungle!" ~Bapa Jimmy.

[I'm not that white, I promise. Ok ok, maybe I am. :( Spring, where you at? ]

Last time I spoke with HR, I was not scheduled to start working today; however, I received a morning call from my manager asking me if I can come in at 11am. It was already 9:30, so I rushed to get ready. Side note: the weather was quite weird today. Sun, clouds, rain, wind. I got to work by 10:45am and was introduced to the entire staff. Turns out that I actually recognized the employee I am replacing! She was a former Health Sciencer, c/o '08. Small world.

Today, I basically observed the Health Education Assistants & volunteers. I was even able to help a few members because it got so busy in the department! When members come, they come in spurts of about four or five at a time. It was a bit overwhelming.

The HED in SC is definitely larger than the Mt. View facility. There is so much to learn, and to be honest, I'm quite nervous. I know it will take time and they're not expecting me to know everything by the first week.

Important dates to remember:
March 9-12 Jury Duty
March 15 & 16 New Employee Orientation
April 19-23 Training at Santa Teresa

That's all for now! Pray that I don't have to report to Jury Duty this week. Thanks. Don't buy lunch, pack lunch!

Day 19: My Favorite Lesson

Jamie-Anne thought Snow White was boring. :/

For about five years now, I've been teaching Kindergarten Catechism at my parish. Although it is tough and tiring working with five year olds, I enjoy it very much! As I teach almost the same topics each year, I realized that today's lesson was/is my favorite lesson from my workbook!

The lesson is titled: Jesus Wants Us To Pray
I grew to like this lesson a lot because it delivers a great discussion. It's difficult trying to engage the children in a discussion without any distractions and side topics. However, with this particular lesson, the children actually paid attention and participated. The discussion went on so long that there was only 15 minutes left for the activity! Here's an outline of how our discussion went:

1. Where do you pray? [church, home, table, room, boat, school, park, hospital, airplane, train]
2. Who do you pray with? [mom, dad, brother, sister, grandma, priest, teacher, friends, dogs, cats, bunnies, cousins, classmates]
3. What do you pray about? [family, friends, helping others, caring for others, people who are sick, the poor, people who are hungry, people with no kids, people in Chile, the soldiers in war, old people, bad guys, good guys, people you love who died, safety]

It is quite interesting what they all came up with. I love how children think and respond. Adults should never underestimate the minds of children, especially my batch of kids. They are well aware of what is going on in the world, which amazes me because some people my age don't even care to acknowledge the issues surrounding nature, war, and poverty.

Annnnyyways, what my kids got out of this lesson: You can pray anywhere, with anyone, about anything. Do not be afraid to talk to God. No matter what you tell him, good or bad, he will always listen to you and will always love you. Always.

So why don't you stop right hea, take one full minute, and pray. Say anything that comes to mind. C'mon, you can do it. I believe in you. Right now. Ready....Set......GO!

Day 18: A Saturday.

Wishing Jbendo's Grandma a Happy Happy 90th Birthday!

When it comes to weekends, I really do not like sitting at home doing nothing. Especially today, holy a moly! Today was such a GORGEOUS day, filled with a whole lot of sun! Although it was difficult waking up early, I couldn't pass up the weaver. Woke up early, got ready, and waited for my parents to come home from computer class.

Shar and I ran errands all day, and was able to use my 50% off Jamba card one last time before it expires. I don't drink Jamba often, and ever since my mom gave me the card, I think had Jamba about five times in the month of February. I wanted to take advantage of the card. But I must admit, I won't be drinking anymore Jamba for awhile. This afternoon, I also bought two dresses and a pair of earrings, all on sale! Ow, I ow!

I'm on a hunt for heels.

Snow White is on ABC Family. I don't think I have ever fully watched it before. I think Cinderella is a hogger and steals the spotlight. She needs to retire.

Be thankful, be kind, be generous, and eat Chinese food tomorrow.

Day 17: Top 5

Melanie & Yung Rizzo are official....on facebook!

Top 5 reasons why my cousin, Melanie Ryla Buss David, is a dweeb:

1. She thinks EVERYTHING is funny. :P
2. She likes to talk about farts.
3. She's going to have a black house with a black lawn.
4. She is secretly Mexican.
5. She is related to me...DUH.

Say hi to Mel! Be NICE and have a fabulous weekend!

Day 16: Just You Wait!

My parents spent 5 hours straight on facebook last Saturday.

One stormy February evening, Jbendo and I drove through the pouring rain to fulfill one of my ultimate dreams! The six minute drive felt like eight hours, as I was so eager to reach "the mothership." As I stepped out of Quince, I was nearly blown away by the 93mph wind, but knew in my heart that my soon-to-be new baby was waiting for me. Drenched from head to toe, I made my way through the not-so-crowded building. Computers..no.. Games..no...Electronics..no..where could my baby be?! Appliances....yes, it should be here! I searched from left to right, and suddenly saw a light shining bright. The choir began to sing as I laid my eyes upon the greatest creation in the world....


Isn't this a site for sore eyes, eh? Eh? I snapped back to reality as I saw the $49.99 price tag. Shucks. This is on my list of "things to buy with my first paycheck." For those who know me, I love love love cotton candy! I take advantage of the Art&Wine Festivals every year just so I can have the oh so yummy blue/pink sugar melt in my mouth. MMMM! Just thinking about it makes my mouth water!

Oh Mini Cotton Candy Machine,
I shall see you soon, just you wait! I love you already.
~Your Future Mommy.

Wipe that drool off yO face people, and brush your teeth! Don't forget to floss and think of something happy before you sleep sleep. :)

Day 15: Blind Eyes

I finally found the "Follow" link on Ivan's blog!

Jbendo and I had the hardest time trying to figure out where the heck the "follow" button was on Ivan's blog. It wasn't in its usual place- on the left or right side where you can see who is following you. We had to resort to subscribing to his feed on our blackberries in order to be notified of his updates. This went on for a FULL year, until today!

Apparently, there's a "Follow" link on everyone's blog, located on the top of the page near the search bar. Great, how blind am I? Very, I know. Now I can finally receive his updates on my actual dashboard, yay! :)

Speaking of my terrible vision, last night, my eyes started to ache. I went to bed early, and when I woke up this morning, my left eye was throbbing. The pain felt like it was coming from the back of my left eye and was spreading to the left side of my head. When I got up, I started to feel nauseous, but still managed to eat a bagel. After, I took Tylenol and feel back asleep. I had a really weird dream, but I remember being half awake at some point and feeling a little shackin' up. I thought I was really sick until I heard my TV shake. Was that just an earthquake? Eh, I fell back asleep and had a completely new and wacky dream.

I think I had a migraine and my oh my did that hurt.

The sun is coming out tomorrow, just when I was starting to enjoy the rain. Set your alarm, charge your phone, and have a happy sleep!

Day 14: Mr. Rogers

"Won't You Be My Neighbor" was actually written by Mr. Rogers himself.

As a child, I loved watching Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood on PBS. He was such a positive role model for children, teaching them about the goodness of caring, helping others, and loving one another as well. I liked every bit of the show, from visiting the post office and fire station, to virtually taking us to a factory through his tv, and to sending us to "Neighborhood Make-Believe."

Getting ready for pre-school, I would toss my shoe from one hand to the other like how Mr. Rogers did in his intro. And how catchy are the songs?! Take a look/read!


It's a beautiful day in this neighborhood,
A beautiful day for a neighbor.
Would you be mine?
Could you be mine?...

It's a neighborly day in this beauty wood,
A neighborly day for a beauty.
Would you be mine?
Could you be mine?...

I've always wanted to have a neighbor just like you.
I've always wanted to live in a neighborhood with you.

So, let's make the most of this beautiful day.
Since we're together we might as well say:
Would you be mine?
Could you be mine?
Won't you be my neighbor?
Won't you please,
Won't you please?
Please won't you be my neighbor?

Dang, Mr. Rogers was "dope" with his cardigans dontcha think? Haha.

Search some of your old favorite tv shows, it's good to bring back memories. Want a Wyder's Pear Cider? Stay dry and drive safe!

Day 13: A Productive Monday.

Bapa Rico, Francis, and Melanie jumped out of a plane at 13,000 feet!

Here is what I accomplished today:

1. Scheduled my Employee Health check-up appointment
2. Went through ALL my college papers and sorted them out into two piles: to shred & not to shred
3. Organized all my shoes and labeled the boxes
4. Vacuumed!
5. Took a thower :P
6. Made a speedy 20 min run to Target with Shar
7. Baked Oatmeal Raisin cookies with extra raisins for Shar's "friend"
8. Washed my bedding
9. Watched the finale of The Bachelor even though I have never watched an episode, and was highly upset with his decision.

I hope you all had an ok Monday! Check out Kina Grannis' new CD, Stairwells. You can find her on YouTube! Eat an apple tomorrow morning k?

Day 12: Out Of My Element.

"Chris & Tell" was coined by Kessa Thea from the Philippines! Filipino! Filipino!
Designer Chris Benz teamed up with Lancôme to create a super cute lipstick named Chris & Tell. Although I am not much of a lipstick kinda gal, let alone a make-up kinda gal, I do find this product quite alluring! Hawman. I spent hours trying to track this lipstick down, but they're sold out everywhere! EVERYWHERE. After the Saks event with Chris Benz last week, Chris & Tell was sold out instantly--in Lancôme boutiques and online. Ebay was even selling one Chris & Tell lipstick for $80! I know right?! Insane in the membrane.

But then again, would I really spend $29.00 on one lipstick? Ay yi yi. I guess it's a good thing that they're sold out.

Don't laugh at me, don't forget to eat dinner, and don't forget to say your prayers. Have a make-up free week everyones!

Day 11: Becksy and An Education

"If you never do anything, you never become anyone." ~ Jenny from An Education

Today, I watched An Education, and it was wonderful! The movie is a coming of age story about a private school girl who meets an older man, and is introduced to a new life outside of everyday school. Amazed by shows, traveling, and fashion, she then questions her future in terms of her education and what she wants to do. The film is well-made and wonderfully written. I might have to add this movie to my list of favs. I highly recommend it. The film is nominated for 3 Oscar Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actress! Rotten Tomatoes also gave it a 95%! Chyeah, Rotten Tomatoes. 95%. Now you know it must be good if Rotten Tomatoes actually rated it in the 90's!

I would like to mark this day, February 27, 2010, as the day I first drove Becksy! Tis true, tis true! My brover and I went to get some Jamba Juice and on the way back home, he let me drive his car! Heck to the freakin' yes! Finally. Hawman, my hands were sweating like a mustards! I was so scared to drive fast, but my brover told me to press the gas all the way and VROOM VROOM we went! Although I only drove Becksy for about 7 minutes, it was a lot of funs, a lot of funs!

Oh yeah, I got my diploma in the mail today! :)
Play Scrabble online, eat a salad, and stay warm!

Day 10: MISSING FORKS!

Jbendo forgot that $50 bills exist. Hahahaha.

At home, there are certain designed utensils that I only use. Spoons and forks that have a square end with flowers are the only ones I will use. I refuse to use any other kind. If the ones I like are dirty and none are clean, I will wash the fork or spoon so I can use it. Weird huh? I think it's a comfort thing. I grew up using those types of utensils and I'm so use to it that it's the only kind I will eat with.....until today. DUN DUN DUN. I was about to eat some macaroni and cheese until I couldn't find my fork! There weren't any in the utensil drawer, and there weren't any in the sink! Hawman! Where did all my forks go?! I think someone is playing a sick joke on me and hid all of them. :(
I didn't want to use a spoon because I like forks better; therefore, I sucked it up and used the OTHER forks. UGH. Haha it felt so weird and very uncomfortable. Man, I'm on a hunt for my forks. So if you've seen them, please let me know and return them!
MISSING: Kristine's Forks.
REWARD: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Turn off the TV if you're not watching, brush your teeth, and have a terrific weekend. Soak up the sun Jbendo!

Day 9: A Blog For Jbendo.

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Day 8: $10 Peecha!

"Any pizza
Any size
Any crust
Any toppings..."

$10!

My family is usually a Round Table family, but who can pass up this fabulous deal at Pizza Hut?! However, they lied a tiny bit. It's not really "any size," instead, you can only choose from medium or large. And why the heck would you get a medium if you can get more with the large...at the same price?! Ha!

Two large combos. Oily, but yummy!

That's the highlight of my day. UNLESS you want to hear about my drug test and how I was suppose to pee in a cup til it was half way full, but I ran out of pee and did not make the half way mark. Umm yeah...that so.

Go eat some peecha! Be careful not to spend a lot of money at Target. Vote for Andrew Garcia!!!!

Day 7: "Someday Starts Now!"

Dear God,

Thank you so much for answering my prayers! Oh thank you thank you thank you. Through your love and guidance, I will work to the best of my ability in order to improve the lives of individuals. I will not let you down.

Please bless those who have supported me through this entire process. I am extremely thankful for their encouragement, love, and prayers.

Thank you, God. I shall talk to you soon.

LOve & Smiles,
Kristine-Marie Ventura David.

Day 6: I'd dress up as a fruit for you!

My mom spends her nights watching TFC and going on Facebook.

As I walked into the Health Education Department, I was amazed how spacious and welcoming the department was. I instantly saw a tiny table for children to use and walls filled with health books, dvds, and movement products available for members/non-members. Immediately, I felt that this was the type of environment I would like to work in and this was the place for me.

This morning, I had my second panel interview. I was able to meet three managers and the Health Education Assistant, and they were all so genuinely nice. I enjoyed speaking with them about my accomplishments, work habits, and potential projects assigned. AHHH! Just hearing the managers describe the type of assignments the position will be working on was so exciting! Besides the daily duties of assisting walk-in members, booking appointments, and scheduling classes, the position will have the opportunity to work closely with Employee Wellness! This is what I really enjoyed during my internship---interacting with not only the HED, but other departments in the facility! They asked me if I was willing to dress up as a fruit during an event... I lit up and said, "OH DEFINITELY!!!!" Those who know me know that I would TOTALLY do this. HECK TO THE YES!!!

Hawman, Hawman, I want this so bad! This is where I want to start my career. Please God, make this be your plan for me. Pretty please? With a shrawberry on top?

My is it a sunny Monday or what! Don't let that full you, wait 'til tomorrow! Take a random trip to Target, buy a chap stick, and a kit-kat bar. Then drive to my house and give 'em to me, thanks :D

Day 5: Someday...Someday...

My brover bought Shar her first pair of True Religion jeans. She's 15!

You know that saying, money doesn't buy happiness? Although it is ultimately true, money can still buy you pretty cool things. Haha. Horrible right? Especially when new styles and new technology are created each day, it definitely will cost you a bundle to get what you want. I'm not going to lie, most of the things I buy, I really don't need. Thopping is dangerous, but boy is it fun. However, it is not fun if you don't have any money. Whenever Jbendo and I go to the mall, we'd pass buy certain stores we can't afford and we'd always sigh, "someday....someday...." I'm pretty sure you guys say that to yourself too, righhhhtt? ;)

I don't have a job, and I already have a list of things to do/buy with my first paycheck. And I mean a real, specific list. I know it's sad right? I don't even have a job! Among thopping for myself, I'd also take Shar thopping, buy my brover something, take the fam out, and buy Jbendo every single technological device he wants!

(You're probably thinking, my oh my, that must be some big ass first paycheck. Ummm, I just have a big imagination.)

It's not only thopping I'd like to do, but venture out! Try new things, go to new places, and take advantage of God's creations. It just sucks that you need money to do this also. Bummer. But "someday....someday."

'Til tomorrow...wannthome fresh lumpia my mom made? Do me a favor and don't wear sandals if it's super cold and rainy outside. Listen to Shiny Toy Guns- Major Tom. Wash your hands and try to have a fantastic week!

Day 4: I wish I had an Auntie Anne, who baked Auntie Anne's Pretzels.

February 20th marks Free Auntie Anne's Pretzel Day! (well...from 10-3pm)

1. I follow them on Twitter.
2. Shar & I went to VF and stood in line. Luckily, it went by really fast!
3. I like to bet on Auntie Anne's Pretzels, and I win most of the time :D
4. If you haven't tried the Almond Pretzel...HOLY MOLY, PLEASE DO! You'll love it, I promise!!!
5. I love 'em, I love 'em, I love 'em!

Stay warm! Give your eyes a break from wearing contacts, wear glasses. Smile!

Day 3: No Meat

First Friday of no meat and we decided to go get some MoGo! I ordered a cheese quesadilla and it was still yummy. I don't know why, but eating no meat isn't really bothering me quite yet. However, it is only the first Friday of Lent.
So far I've tried MoGo's short rib tacos, chicken tacos, spicy pork quesadilla, and cheese quesadilla. I think I'll try their burrito next time!

Here are some pictures of that night.

Drive safely everyone, wear your seatbelt, and drink plenty of watah!

Day 2: Apparently, Love is like Cholera.

"To him she seemed so beautiful, so seductive, so different from ordinary people, that he could not understand why no one was as disturbed as he by the clicking of her heels on the paving stones, why no one else's heart was wild with the breeze stirred by the sighs of her veils, why everyone did not go mad with the movements of her braid, the flight of her hands, the gold of her laughter. He had not missed a single one of her gestures, not one of the indications of her character, but he did not dare approach her for fear of destroying the spell."

Today I was suppose to go hiking, but with the gloomy weather, I stayed home and read all day. I finished Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and my oh my was it beautifully written. The way Gabriel Garcia Marquez describes every character's emotions of betrayal, sickness, and love is simply mind blowing. Who knew that love could be compared to cholera? Ha!

I've been reading a lot during my long vacation and with the last three books I read, I noticed something quite funny. I take quizzes online to test my understanding and memory of the book. I also do a little research on the book's themes and an analysis of certain chapters that I do not quite understand. No, I am not in school and yes I am weird. ;P

Dang, I wish I loved reading when I was younger. I should have taken advantage of the books I was assigned in high school and really actually read them, instead of using sparknotes. Bad Kristine, bad. Well, at least I enjoy it now! Hmmm...what to read now...

Bring an umbrella for the next four days. Cuddle in bed and read for fun. Eat an apple if you're sleepy and don't forget to charge your phone.

Day 1: Nobody Has It "All Good"

Sometimes I feel like I am the only person I can trust.

I just came back from having dinner with a friend and had a very interesting 2.5 hour conversation. Oh how I love these! :) However, I am not here to blog about what we discussed, but more of what was slightly mentioned for like 11 seconds:

I do not talk about my personal problems with anyone.

I'm sure many people notice this, and many people think "danng, she has it good...what a lucky ducky." Haha I don't know why I find this funny, I just do. Rarely do I talk about what's going on in my personal life. Many people come to me, vent out their feelings, and tell me what's going on, and honestly, I'm glad they do. I am a person who is ALWAYS willing to listen to anyone--friends, family, strangers---anyone. Hands down, I am a person for others.

But why don't I do the same? Why don't I talk to people about my own personal problems? Hmmm, I think it's more like I don't feel I need to. If it's an issue between me and a person, it stays between me and that person (unless it involves others also). Yes, it's definitely good to express your feelings and just have someone there to listen, however, it's difficult for me. I do have urges to tell people things, but I hesitate and don't. Oh heck, I think I reveal more in my blogs than I do in person! Hahaha, oh how I love my blog. Maybe it's an issue of trust. I trust myself that I won't say anything and I don't. :)

People can think I have it good. But keep in mind that just because I don't say anything, doesn't mean I have it all good.

Happy Ash Wednesday everyone! Be consistent, be true, and be strong. Don't give in to whatever you give up! I believe in you :)

It's that time of the year again!

Tomorrow marks the start of the Lenten Season. Honestly, it was only yesterday that I decided what I am going to give up/work on. Drum rolls please.......
1. I will stop using my BlackBerry named Feo, while driving.
I do not actually have the phone to my ear, but I do speak on speaker phone. However, the worst part is that I txt/bbm while driving. This is as dangerous as talking on the phone. Holy a moly. If I'm at a stoplight, I totally check Twitter, and I have been honked at a number of times because I wasn't going when the light turned green. Oops. Don't hate me.
2. For the 3rd year now, I will blog everyday until Easter! I'm actually quite excited to start as I feel blogging helps me spill out my random thoughts!
3. I will improve my relationship with God. No explanation here. It's a must for me.
I'm ready, let's do this! Have a lovely rest of the week. Play with the sun, watch The Kardashians, and load up on some sweets!!!

FB Homily: It Is Nice To Know: I Love You.

*ALL CREDITS TO FATHER BRENDAN OF HOLY SPIRIT PARISH.

01/31/10 Homily

It is Nice to Know: I Love You

The world-renowned play “The Fiddler on the Roof” 
is back in San Francisco theatre.
It is a spectacular play if you have never seen it
and well worth your time if you can see it. 
Many years ago, they made a movie out of it. 
There are several powerful themes in that play 
that speak to the human condition 
so poignantly, so strongly. 
For those of you who do not know 
the movie or the play script, 
the storyline is about a Russian Jewish peasant family
and their life in the some village
and their eventual being cast out of their land. 
They have five daughters and 
each one is getting married off, 
and for different reasons, 
they all bring up this word called “love.” 
And Tevye, the father, wonders aloud, 
“When we got married, there was no love.” 
And so Tevye asked his wife of 25 years
“Do you love me?” 
Here is the clip from the movie 
as it is a really powerful little section.

After 25 years, it is nice to know.
It is something that we often take for granted 
both in our own lives and 
in our relationship with our God. 
When was the last time we told our God we love him? 
He has been here with us all our lives; 
he has taken care of us through 
the good times and the bad. 
We ask him for lots of things, here and there; 
I want this; I want that. 
But when was the last time we said to our God, 
“I love you. I love you.” 
I think that is the challenge of our scripture today
—is to simply say to our God, 
“I love you because you first loved me.” 
That is what we try to demonstrate to these children 
who are coming to be part of this love feast 
that we call the Eucharist. 
We come and learn to say to our God, 
“I love you” because he has first loved us.

Oh, it sounds easy but it isn’t so easy at times 
because lots of stuff happens to us 
in our lives that we get—well, our eyesight gets bad; 
it gets clouded over and we get distracted with life 
and we forget to remind ourselves 
and to say to God that we love him.

In today’s second reading from Paul to the Corinthians 
focused on love in the real sense. 
In the real sense, love is patient. 
Love is kind. 
Love never fails. 
How is it that love is patient? 
Why is it that love is patient? 
Because God is love. 
Therefore, if we are to participate in God, 
we are called to love one another. 
So maybe tonight, today from our Eucharist, 
we take two singular challenges. 
One is to say to our God, “I love you.” 
The other is to say to our spouse, child or parent, 
or say to our close friend who we love simply, 
“I love you.” 
Because in the end, it is nice to know.

You think you know, but you have no idea....

I have diarrhea! Just kidding!!!

Some people are just full of surprises! You might think you know a person really well--know their personality, their background, the stories behind their scars, their favorites, their dreams, their passion--until that one very moment in which you find out that you actually don't know who that person is. The silliness, the friendship, the bond, the connection...all gone within 20 minutes. Everything can change in 20 minutes, well actually, everything can change in a single minute or second for all I know.

"Holy crap! I would never have thought..." "No freakin' way..." "You have got to be kidding me!"

You think. You question. You know. Ouch. Ouch. Ouch.

The person you once knew for quite some time is now just "one of them."

Just leave it up to God.

In my 09/16/09 blog, I talked about my papa and his current job situation. For the past couple of months, my papa completed a number of tests and was actually able to re-take the typing test as many times as he would like. His scores ranged....29wpm...25...27..29...24, but didn't seem to hit that 30wmp mark. Using programs and practicing on his own everyday was not enough.

For about almost a year, my mom noticed that my papa would not go up for communion every Sunday during mass. Each week she questioned him and urged him to receive the Host, but he wouldn't. After my papa failed his last typing test, my mom expressed the importance of not just having God in your life, but LETTING Him in your life. She told my papa that it is clearly up to God to help him through this stressful time. That Sunday, my papa finally received the Body of Christ.

Monday came and my papa decided to take the test. He passed, typing 34wpm. Before the year ended, he had first dibs on higher job positions or choosing to keep his current position now.

Just when you think you have done everything you could, you probably haven't. Let Him in your life permanently--not just in times of need. Recognize that He is the only one you can turn to 24 hours a day...365 days a year...for eternity. Feel His power, comfort, and love. Accept and embrace.