catching UP with Leonardo diCaprio

Love at first sight. I may not actually practice this in the real world, but this is how I am with onscreen actors. And I only have a very short list at that. My no. 1 is Johnny Depp. The newest on my list is Patrick Dempsey. And the only local one is Gary Estrada. Come to think of it, I only have three listed. hehe.

So now, it amazed me that I am getting the hots for Leonardo. Imagine, Titanic was so long ago that I almost forgot when I saw that movie. Let me browse the internet… there! 1997.  It was almost 11 years ago when everyone was crazy about him and Titanic while I was totally ‘indifferent.’ I should not have blamed it on Leonardo, I know. I just thought that the ‘love’ shared by Jack and Rose was magical but it lacked the depth and essence of true love. (Yes, 11 years ago I was already a hopeless romantic. hehe.) So this blinded me into seeing Leonardo as the good actor that he is.

Blood Diamond was a revelation of many things to me. The movie is out of my league, and yet after watching it, it became my favorite of all time. (I realized I am more of a realist with a soft heart than a hopeless romantic.) One thing that turned this movie around was the performance of the actors. And Leonardo was just great! The boy I watched 11 years ago is now excellent at his craft. (After Titanic, I turned away from flicks with Leonardo on it. My loss, I know now.) He really was just great! — oppss.. I said that twice now. hehe.

I just watched Catch Me If You Can yesterday. And I’m liking Leonardo more and more. (Ning and Mhike, ang ganda nga ng movie!) I must say Leonardo is slowly captivating my heart…  Now, I just have to watch more of him and he would have my heart completely.

Any movie suggestions?

prinsipe

i took my chance. i had taken the risk.
i know i had taken the fall, though my proud self would not admit.
even at the moment of magic, i just couldn’t give in.
but now, i just have to let it out to supplant these tears…
you are the love of my heart,
you are my greatest love.

different views, different beliefs.
yet we conform on how things exist.
that strong will and the dominant spirit,
only sincerity and love did indeed melt these
to understanding,  to selflessness,
and then to Godliness.

have i ever told you that your love is amazing?
i am a hopeless romantic
and yet you surpassed my daydreams
of how love should be and how love should feel.
you are more than the prince charming i imagined.
you are my hero, my protector, my handsome knight in shining armour.
but what i treasure most is the grandest thing you offered me,
your love and your heart,
only for me,
completely.

hold on, my Prince…
it will just be for a while.
be brave, be strong.
anchor your strength on our God,
fight and win the inevitable battle head on.

shhh… don’t cry, my Prince…
for your every tear stabs my heart into pieces.
i know, i know…
that to understand is not to actually feel.
the mind may comprehend and even focus on working toward the goal,
but the heart endures what’s more real,
the loneliness and the longing,
the pain of letting go,
and the sadness of goodbye.

melancholy

If you’re not afraid Of what love brings
Then endings are beginnings
Of beautiful things
It’s a chance you’ll take
It’s a chance you’ll win
If someone’s gonna find you
First you gotta let them in

Coz love begins with one hello
The hardest part is over
Now it’s easy letting go
One hello is how it starts
You might win it all or lose your heart

If you’re not afraid
Of what you feel
Then try and keep it simple
Or try and keep it real
And if being real
Means you’ll someday say goodbye
Remember my friend
Goodbyes not the end
It’s a circle you know
And it starts with one hello

Oohh…
Love begins with one hello
The hardest part is over
Now it’s easy letting go
One hello is how it starts
Remember my friend
Goodbyes not the end
It’s a circle you know
And it starts, starts with one hello
It starts with one hello

WiSheS for the NeWLy wEDs

 June 18, 2008

Sonya’s Garden 

     I have known Rizza for quite some time now. And thanks to SPI for that; a company may not give you enough challenge or fair compensation, but at times it certainly becomes a shelter for the greatest of friendships. We became super, mega, ultra close when we were still both copyediting articles for Elsevier Science. We were seatmates then, and we take pride in claiming to be each other’s best seatmate. Binubusog nya ako ng bigbang at clover, binubusog ko sya ng kwento. It was then that we were able to share about everything in our lives, from family to friends to boys, in between articles.

    Carlo has been a constant where Rizza is concerned. We are six in our group, and all of us are charming single girls then, except for Rizza; she is blessed to have found true love earlier than us, well, so much earlier. College pa lang in love na si Rizza. So whenever we go out, we always reserve seats for 7 people. Part na ng group si Carlo, un nga lang wala sya kausap kasi walang ibang lalaki. But we always see to it that he feels welcomed and “pogi” whenever he is with us. 

    This wedding is not really a surprise; this is the sweet realization of love’s dreams and promises. But the date June 18 is the surprise! Grabe, May lang sinabi sa amin ni Rizza that they are getting married today. Tulala kami lahat, after matulala, ayun, nagpanik na. Ang daming dapat asikasuhin… But the OC in Rizza had seen to it that all preparations had been taken cared of na.  But still, it would have been a wonderful feeling for us, her friends, if we had helped her somehow. It is too demanding to organize such a grand event. Aside from that, we were given limited time to prepare for the shower, the gift, etc, pati pagdidiet. 

     On your shower, I have written this on that pink paper. And today, I want to remind both of you again of this verse:

1 John 4:18a There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear…. 

    Carlo and Rizza, I know you two had gone through a lot already. But this time, it will be different. Some things may be more difficult, but I’m sure surpassing them will be more fulfilling too. You are both blessed of being able to grow with each other for the past years and more blessed now that you will be able to cherish each other in a very special way. I am a hopeless romantic, and I just believe that true love with God’s blessings can move mountains.

    Fear nothing because you have each other. Be hopeful for good things because God is just amazing.

    Carlo, as I texted you after the announcement, I am at peace because I know you will take care of my friend like nobody can. Always make her smile. Wag mo hayaang magkulong sa CR. Hehe

    Rizza, my heart is smiling with yours. And I just know there will be more good things to come. You have been a strong girl, and I know you will be a great wife and a good mother. You will be stronger with Carlo at your side. At wag kakalimutan, andito lang kami lagi para sayo.

    Congratulations! And best wishes. 

MoMmy’s Day

    Mothers’ day na! Happy mothers’ day to all moms out there!

    Finding the right gift for Mommy is kinda difficult.  Bag, blouse, shoes… well, i bought her a pre-mothers’ day present (sandals) last sunday. Di nakaligtas ang Megamall sale. At syempre, suot na nya kanina. hehe.

    But, what would you give to the person you love most on this special day when what you want to give is… EVERYTHING

    If only I could, I would.

    So instead, in my own sweet way, I …

Bought an apple coated with double chocolate.  This is just her favorite kahit mataas sugar nya.

Slid some dollars and ninoys in her hand.  I know this will bring shine in her eyes.

Lunch treat for the whole family. Super busog. (thanx to Jan for the choco mousse!)

Coffee bun from Roti Mum, which is now her favorite. Ubos nya sa isang iglap. hehe.

     But when I got back here in my pad,  I felt I have not given her enough.  All these presents are lacking… because what I really want to do is to take away all her worries and tell her I’ll take care of everything.  And I fear, I am not capable of that; good thing, my God is.  

    So at 8:00 pm,  I find myself texting my mom:   

“My greatest blessing is to have you as my dearest Mommy.  I hope you had fun today. Forget all the worries, enjoy your special day as our dearest mother. To see you smile makes every sacrifice worthwhile.  I love you, Mommy.”