21

Last night, I went to my good friend Eena's debut. It was amazing btw! EENA YOU WERE AMAZING!!! Although it was just me and ton, we had fun. All night ton was reminding me that I was about to turn 21! Haha! Thanks a lot buddy! Ass! Left the party at around 11:30, took a cab home. I was in the cab when it turned 12:00. My mom and dad texted me happy birthday. I thought that was really sweet. I was trying to hold back my tears while I was in the cab. When I got home, Chase greeted me. He had a note attached to his doggy shirt, it said, "Happy Birthday Kuya!!!" It was really cute. I was about to go upstairs na when my family suprised me. They were hiding, just waiting for me. It was REALLY a surprise! I love my family so much! The sang me a song and gave me presents. I didn't ask for expensive gifts coz I know money is hard to come by and my dad's saving for my tuition for flying school. My dad gave me an iTrip which was awesome! My mom gave me a jacket, and some clothes which i really needed. And my sister bought me these kick ass earphones which i also really need when I'm running. After all the commotion, we all headed up. Then my friends called to greet me. They were all probably drunk but they didn't forget to greet. I really appreciated it. This was the simplest birthday I've had but definitely the most special one so far.

It's my birthday now! And it's raining crazy hard! I'm supposed to go to this orphanage in Tagaytay today but it's not looking too good right now. I really want to go coz I've been waiting to do this for quite some time now. I know it sounds too cheesy but I sincerely want to help out less fortunate people, especially the young ones. (Yes, the young ones, for I am young no more) They are the future of this wonderful nation. I don't want them to feel alone. I want them to feel that there is someone cares for them. I want them to know that they are important and that there are people in this world who still help out their fellowmen. I want them to know and feel these things coz I want them to do the same one day. Good people are a rare commodity nowadays. Haha. I want to be one of them. I've been alive in this earth for so long, yet, I haven't done anything that has made a significant effect on another human being. I want to feel what it feels. Coz i know it's a special feeling.

It's June 22. 21 years ago, my mom brought me out into this world not knowing whether I'm gonna be the next Philippine president, or a doctor, or a drug addict. She just brought me out, showered me with love and support and introduced me to the world. Letting me wander off must have been a scary feeling for them. They did not know who I'd meet, who would influence me and those sort of things. Now that I look back, I think my parents have done an excellent job in bringing me up. I have morals, I have manners and I am God-fearing. Those are the key things that they have instilled in me. In terms of the people I choose to surround me, I think I did a good job on that. All of my friends are good people. They are not perfect but they are good. I am truly thankful for that. I am very very thankful for everyone who has joined me in my journey of life. Each and everyone I have interacted with is a part of me. They have molded me into what I am. Now, I don't know with you guys, but I think I grew up to be a pretty decent guy. And that's another thing I am thankful for. So I really just want to thank everyone in my life! Especially my family and friends!!! THANK YOU FOR MAKING ME WHAT I AM TODAY... Every piece of me.

21... I'm finally 21! I'm not sure if I'm happy or sad that I'm 21. It's such a crossroad. It's the farewell to teenage life and the introduction to adulthood. I have mixed emotions about it. I mean, I definitely miss being 16. When i was 16, all I had to think about was what fun thing there was to do next. Practically, no worries at all, about money, studies, life. Now that I'm 21, I am obliged to worry about money, studies and life! This is it! This is me about to enter the real world. I don't think about inumans and parties anymore, I think about school, graduation and work. It's definitely a big change and I didn't even feel it. It was just last week when I was talking to my friend, Wale, when I saw all these changes in me. It felt good sharing the same experience with my friends. It made me feel "not alone" while I'm going through all these. It feels awesome that I have people around me to join me in my journey. I was also texting with Tep, my beefy just a while ago and we where talking about transition and change. Then she said she's glad i turned into a fine fellow. I really really appreciated that compliment. THANKS BEEFY! I'm glad someone appreciated the person I have grown up to be.

Here and now, I begin a special chapter in my life. I'm planning to make the most of it.