Exploring the World?

The World that I am about to explore

I want to go and see the world
but... each day that pass...

i always ended up seeing myself in front of my computer.

tsk!
and... that is about to change! 
Hopefully.

There are a lot of us who wants to explore the world.
I, myself, want to go too. hopefully.
Anyways, dreaming to actually go is so much different from the actually going part.
In the dream, everything is perfect.
It would just be all *yeheey!!!* and *whooohoooos~!!!*

All you would just think about is how to have F-U-N!.
 My gawd if only that is true then the world would be a better place to live in.
Sad to say, it is highly imppossible.
Oh c'mon! There are a lot of things to think about.
Like: Step One:  Obtain the right documents, Step Two:  Buy travel insurance, Step Three: Choose a good bag, Step Four: Pack well, pack light, Step Five:  Research the culture/etiquette, Step Six:  Diseases and vaccinations, Step Seven:  Communication games, Step Eight:  Budget accordingly, Step Nine:  Don’t be afraid to travel alone and lastly, Step Ten:  Give back


based on: http://www.explorergirls.com/top_ten_Travel_Steps

Those are just the 'general' part.
If we talk about it in detailed, *Oh my gosh* there will be a whole LOT of preparations to do.
 Especially, for those newbies like me.
I have been living under my parents' guard for years. YEARS!
So, if I will try to accomplish one of my greatest dream--exploring the world--in life... well that would be a whole lot challenging to do.
I know that someday I will actually go there! *just wait world*
But right now, I will just be contented of being dreamy about this.

Goofing with friends.

Seeing these lovely girls is such a blessing.
It is rare to find genuine friends and treating each other like sisters.
We complete each other.
 I am just overwhelmed to have them.
We may fight, misunderstand and annoy each other but it is all part of loving.
During our high school days, we are always together even though we have different classes.
It is really easy to just visit one another.
But now that we are in college, we are really  having a tough time to just be together.
It makes me sad that I don't get to see them much as before.
 They are my energy boosters.
We do so many boring stuffs that other people hate to do but we could always find ways to make it so much fun.
Three of us, goes to the same university and the other one is in another university.
 Even though we are in the same university we are still having difficult times just to meet.
I don't feel that college' happiness that everyone is talking about.
 I am not even pressured.
I feel nothing.
 What is wrong with my college life.
Is it me.
I hope not.
Everytime that I am with my new college friends, I can't help but think "I hope my high school friends are here"
I know that I being utterly rude but still... I miss them.

Cebu's Downtown Area

This has been my downtown view since I started college. 

When I started studying in my younger years, I have been surrounded by trees, grasses and not much pollution. 

Everything has changed when I entered college. 

I didn't plan or dream of studying in the city. 

I hate the pollution, the crowd, the traffic and the poorly planned out establishments. 

They irritate a hell out of me. 

There are so many dangers in this place. 

You must NEVER look weak or gullible in walking around the city. 

You don't want to be an easy target for pickpockets, snatching and other not-so-good-happenings.  

I know I am just writing some of the bad stuff around the downtown area but that would be the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions about the "downtown area of Cebu", right?

 I am not much different compared to them.

 Everyday, I would always take precautions for myself and my stuff. 

The city is really a scary place to be for a kid like me (no oppositions please). 

There are a lot of not-so-good-things in the city area.

 But also, we should not forget about the good stuff that it has to offer to the public.   

The good thing about this place (Downtown area of Cebu) is that... there are LOTS of bargains all around the streets. 

For example, Metro Gaisano, 138, Colonade, and a whole lot of stalls in the sidewalk; there are cool, indigenious, and world quality products that is just waiting to be found (I randomly find one); and a whole lot more.

There are also business, religious ,and historical establishments that are located in this area. 

My university, USJ-R, is also located in the city vicinity. There are also other schools and university in the city like ACT, USC main, CNU, and a few more. There are also a lot of historical places to be. One of my favorite is the Fort San Pedro.

Fort San Pedro

Before, Fort San Pedro served as the Spanish stronghold for war here in Cebu. Now, it is one of the tourist spots. Canons, old rooms and great structure is there awaiting for the travelers.

Basilica Menor de Sto. Niño

Magellan’s Cross

Cebu is the center of Christian Religion in the Philippines. This is where everything started. Cebu is one of the major tourist spot in the Philippines. There may be a lot of bad rumors circulating about the downtown areas. But, no one could get rid of the fact that this is also a great place to be. You haven't experience Cebu when you won't get the chance to have an adventure in Cebu's Downtown Areas. (Oh yeah!)

Escape is a Dream

I have dreamed about escaping my reality...

I have been running away all my life. But still my efforts are all futile. I can't runaway form my commitments, family pressure and especially from my studies.

I have been pressured all my life. I just want to runaway and be free to do anything that my heart desires. Everyone thinks that I am such a free person but they didn't know that I have been caged all my life.I have already accepted it but it is really suffocating most of the time. I want change. I want to stop this cycle of my monotonous life. 

In my studies, I have worked so hard to prove my worth to the people around me. But most of all, to my father. I think that whatever I do it is not enough to please him. He loves me, in fact I am his favorite. But when it comes to other things, I am the most pressured among his' children. Poor me.

He listens to everything I say except for the things that concerns me. I guess, my father really loves me. My only complain is just that... He asks me what I want and when I do tell him what i want, he listens without any understanding. So, what is the use of telling. It was just like the time when I started choosing my course. He asked me what course do I plan to take. "Pa, basi magLAW, Political Science, Journalism or MassCommunication ko" I told him. He actually agreed with me but in the end, he forced the things he wants on me. And I hate it. I trully--undeniably-- hate it. He just responded: "Sige 'nak, pero pagIndustrial Engineering sah. Igka graduate nimo ana mao na nah ang oras na magkuha ka anang mga kurso na imong ganahan" My mind was not able to accept that response. Oh c'mon! That was the time when my mind have haywired. I literally walked out on that conversation and cried my heart out. I mean, was I being a disobedient child if I didn't follow my father. I think, God left us with our freewill to make decisions for our own happiness. After that conversation, I started to prove something more to my father. It was still futile. Sadly, I am too much of an obedient child (no violent reactions please). Yes, I am at the moment taking up Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. I am trying my best with all the formulas, numbers, and equations that I am currently struggling to love. I LOVE MATH. I should love it, right?

My passion is not into it but I will let my brain stick with it. I just want to do what I want not what my father wants in the future. I will just let him do this for the last time but when I graduate. I will break free. Somehow. On way or the other. By hook or by crook. The saddest part about this, is that my father would only accept the credits out of everything. I don't even know if he could actually sense my efforts in all of my accomplishments. He just want to have a prize trophy to show to his friend, coworkers and his big boss. I just wanna break free (this sounds like a line of song). I want to prove to him that I am not his mini-me version.

Once I get the chance to grab that Escape, I am so gonna fly out of here...

I love my oh-so-complicated-loving family but I still want to preserve the me that I want.

*I am not quite sure if my title fits with this content of mine*

Colon At Its Worst

The rainy season has always been hated by the Josenian community.

I strongly agree with all their negative outburst upon this matter.(For I also HATE the rainy season. I easily get sick with just a few sprinkle of rain)

 When the rainy season arrives, it only brings havoc to us--Josenians. Oh c'mon! Are you kidding me? Whenever there is rain, the people around the vicinity of Colon would always  associate it with flood.

 Yes, flood.

Flood has always been our number one opponent. 

I can't believe that the drainage system around the downtown area of Cebu is that worse.

 I mean, come on.

 This is where many major businesses happen.

 They should be able to do something about this state.

 I am utterly disappointed with the government officials who are supposed to handle these kind of situations.

 I know that some of the workers of these government officials would come to clean up the drainage in front of the USJ-R building but their actions are just temporary help. 

The students, faculty members, vendors, commuters, and the public are looking for a permanent solution in this matter. 

We cannot go on like this, who would. 

This kind of problems would eventually pull down Colon's popularity (if there is any to start with). 

Before, Colon is called one of the coolest place to be. Because of the cheap products, the lively streets (with the pickpocketers and robbers too), and unique finds. 

But now, that had already change. 

I can only associate Colon with the best finds and the knee-high drainage water in the streets.

 You can't condemn me for saying that.

 That is just my opinion.

 I even have a picture to prove it and that comes with my first-hand experiences.

 I can't believe how my white socks would turn gray. 

It is totally gross.

As I am writing this post in my blog, it lets me think thoroughly of how degrading and sad to find this in my country and especially in my province. (I hope someone who is in power would get lost in this post and do something about it)

 I hope that the government officials who are just slacking around behind their desk would move their butt and work.

They are the leaders of our nation.

 They should be the role model of the youth. 

I would always give them the benefit of doubt anytime (just don't abuse it. I am like a sleeping dragon.). 

I still believe that "Leaders are not meant to be served, but to serve."

 I am just a small speck in this world.

 But in my own little ways, I am trying whatever means possible to help. 

Someday, I will make a difference and that is my sole resolve. 

*I have written this post twice already. stupid internet from having such an epic fail connection. My first BEST post just got deleted--thrown away--somewhere in the cyber world. so sad.*

Signs that must Resign

This signage is commonly seen inside any form of public vehicle. But there is something not common with this specific signage, do you know what made it unique?

Yes, the picture above is one of the most irritating signage for the eyes.

After seeing this inside the jeepney this morning, I was torn between annoyed and amused. 

To everyone, if you are going to post something important to any public places, please be sure that your spelling, grammar and the information is correct. Posting any unreliable information and misspelled words could lead to misunderstandings and confusion for the readers.

Different public signage is there to be a guide for the public not to create more confusion.

Please, do think and recheck before posting anything.

Friendship In Time

Life is more exciting, more dramatic and a whole lot of fun when you have friends to break your monotonous living.

 I am truly grateful to God our Father for giving me three of the kindest, loveliest and most loyal friends in the whole wide universe.

 Being with them is one of the most memorable moments in my life. 

We are not blood-related at all but we take each others as destiny's given sisters.

 I am thankful to have met them in my lifetime. 

These people are just like me (that is so scary for the world's condition but don't worry they are a little bit nicer compared to me :D). 

We talk so bluntly, harshly, at times too tackless and we love to make friends in so many annoying ways.

 We may look like a snob to others but to our other circle of friends they think of us as God's gift to the world.

 I don't want to share them to others.

 But when the time comes that we are in the right age to be married, I would be happy to hand them over to the right guys that would make them truly happy.

I am truly grateful to God that He gave me these wonderful sisters in life.

I love you Rowelie Maiquez, Nick Angelie Ronquillo and Jane Carbonquillo.

Do not loose hope.

 Fight until the end.

 Take care.

ciao~

Be Simple, Be Beautiful

                                      "Beauty blooms in unexpected places"

"Simplicity never dulls one's perception on Beauty"

Coloring The World With Smiles

To have FUN is my best interest in life. I want to have fun with my family. They are like me. We have a bizarre taste of having fun but that is just our family secret. I can’t share it to anyone. Our family can always find fun wherever we go.

We color the world with our smiles.

Meet 'FiFi', My Loyal Companion

I have a new dog.
I have a very bad history with raising dogs. So, I hope that this one would turn out well. I really want to raise a dog. I want some loyal companion when I feel alone. I’d rather confide on my dog than to any person around me. No offense on my friends. It’s just that, I am not that kind of person to confide my ‘unpointed’ dilemma. There are times when I feel sad that I don’t even know the reason why. Others may call it being dramatic but it is not exactly my fault. There is this gap in my emotions that hasn’t been filled it. I am continually searching for its perfect fit. Sorry for being somewhat melodramatic but that is exactly what I am feeling right now. I made this account to fulfill my melodramatic side that I want to hide from the real world.  

SHANNIEN is my NAME

This is my name. This is the first time that someone actually cares for my name to even Doodle it. My name is kind of hard to spell out. So, I am really appreciative to those few people in this world who could spell it correctly. Thank you so much!

Simply Beautiful

taken by:

John Isaac Saguit

"simplicity is always beautiful"

An Amateur Photography

This photo was taken by a rising amateur photographer.

Kyle Salud, my friend, I am so proud of you.

Good morning,

Wow! This is my first time to actually write a sort of a formal blog so here it goes. Actually, this is not my first time to write an actual blog because I also have Tumblr with me. I signed up here at Blogger.com because my professor in English 2 suggested it. He would have given us a weekly assignment or something but he was feeling "kind" as he said. He just gave us this some sort of assignment where we should write a blog about what is happening in our lives. I am having a problem, because I know that this is an assignment, so I am really conscious of my grammar and my sentences that I am typing at the moment. I don't want my professor to laugh at me? Ha-ha. Seriously, I just want to pass this subject.

Anyways, I would like to share to you on how I start my mornings. Last night, I have already set my clock to alarm around 6:15 am and of course it did. The amazing thing in my situation is that I did not turn the alarm the normal way. I did it on my kind of way. I actually smashed my phone with my fist until it would stop annoying me to wake up and I failed badly because it just wouldn't stop. I know I am being irrational but what can I do? That is just who I am. My brothers call me a "Dragon" because if someone would wake me up from my wonderful slumber they would witness my wrath! Yes, they should be scared. I only get 3-5 hours of sleep and yet they would still disturb it? Oh my gosh! No way!

I only get a small amount of time for my sleep because I live so far from school. My time of traveling takes so much on my strength and time everyday. Why do I have to travel 2 or worse 3 hours a day? Well... I have no choice at the moment. My parents are scared to let me stay in a boarding house. They keep on saying that they trust me it's just that they don't trust the people around me. Argh! I do understand them but arriving home at night, studying very late at night, and waking up early the next day can really have a bad effect one's body —My body. I have a very high metabolism before I enter college but when I did it drastically dropped. I hope my body can adjust real soon. I can't afford to get sick now. It is really hard to cope up with my subjects especially the one that I have with Engr. Rey Ruedas, my Solid Mensuration teacher. How the heck did those figures overlapped each other and formed another figures? Whoever is reading this at the moment, please pray for me. I badly need it.


Oh my gosh! I am going to be late. I have to go. So, this ends right here for now. ciao!