Ochi In The City

Drool Over, Danilo

I haven't introduced you to two of the people I spend most of my time with at work. Meet CG and Dan, the people that I love the most from work. In a non-sexual, non-romantic way, please. CG and I have had issues in the office, they thought we were a couple even if they knew that he had a girlfriend and I had a boyfriend. I don't get it, office affairs that is. I don't know why Dan and I never had an issue, but anyway, I'll be mentioning them a lot so I thought I'd introduce them first.

Last week, we were emailing each other at the star of the shift and something unusual occurred. I started the convo and was a bit alarmed because Dan was a all quite, not replying or anything. I though maybe he was just busy, but when I stood up to shout at him, he was not there! His things not there as well, I had to check our VL(Vacation Leave) folder only to find out that the bitch is on VL for 2 days! What the hell, that tin man didn't even tell us! CG and I thought this will be bad for our reputation because it's only the 2 of us for the next two days. After shift, I told CG I needed to be hooked up to the internet 'cause I need to dload my presentation. I was jokingly asking him to treat me for breakfast, knowing the tightwad that he is, I know he won't budge. But he did. What a MIRACLE. He told me that I'd be his investment if ever I get promoted. That explains it, user! But I thought, I may never get promoted so what the hell. Haha! We chose Yellow Cab for the WiFi only to find out its not working, we both can't connect, and that is after ordering the 3-cheese pizza for breakfast. Darn it.

What a relief to find out that there's free wifi around the area, it took me 2 hrs to dload 9mb worth of files.But anyway, the point of this blog is to make Dan envious for we didn't only spend 2 lonesome days without him, it was 3, for on the 3rd day, Dan supposedly got "sick". Whatever, Dan. Drool over the photos!

Drool over, Danilo!

Hi, Dan! The pizza says hi!

Enjoying my treat courtesy of CG!

My favorite!

We gobbled up the pizza and poof!, it's gone. Sorry you weren't able to taste it Dan! That is for being on VL for 2 days and on SL(Sick Leave) for another one! Too much text in this post, goodbye for now. We love you, Dan!

Photo Credit to my 2mp N90.

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, by Ochi Bernadas

corporate

No More Sleeping At Night

Goodness gracious, it's 4 in the morning and instead of sleeping and preparing for the work, here I am in front of my laptop trying to blog. But since I already am here, let me tell you now about that promotion I've been wanting to get a hold of. I don't want to divulge what position, for the sake of it, but the opportunity came when I was just about to leave my job. I saw an internal job posting for the position and I was like, WHATTHEFUCKWHYNOW, but well, I did apply. Haha! I also applied for 2 more jobs prior to that because I was at a lost. The one that my good friend referred did not reply to my email, maybe I wasn't qualified or something? The 2nd one kept calling me without assuring me what kind of job I'm in for so I decided to just stay still and wait for the IJP reply.

I poured my heart out with the resume I sent, and almost lost faith because I was getting no reply. But alas, after 2 weeks, I got one. The email told me that I have been short listed as one of the candidates for the position and they'll give me a chance to present myself. I replied giddily without the knowledge of my boss(I know, big mistake) and that is where the trouble started. I was informed that I need to cc everybody when I reply to their email for them to know if they were ready to let me go. Of course I was stunned, I know I did wrong. But things got ironed out in the end and I had my presentation last Tuesday. I had an exam, a demo teach and a panel interview! Phew. And I think I screwed up the chance big time, I'm still hopeful though. I'll try to go to Quiapo early this week and kneel(?) my way to the altar. If that's the only way I'm getting in, I don't care If I wear knee pads for it. Heh, just kidding.

Since I want my blog to be always on the positive note, I'll be thinking positive! I'll be getting that position. I promise, If not now, maybe later in life.

This week has been stressful because of that, so photos!

This is what I wore, they wanted something business-ish or corpo. Thrifted Long-sleeved Polo from Baguio,
high-waisted skirt (I forgot where I got it and heels from Ohrelle.

I'm not really a fan of corporate attires since college. If we had to do a presentation which requires so, I have to borrow some from my friends or housemates. I feel like I'm never going to use it in the future anyway, but look now! Thank goodness the boyfran talked me into saving up for some in the future, and he is indeed right!

Now, the boyfriend wants me to wear corporate
all the time!

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, by Ochi Bernadas

Burger King

Take Me Out Tonight

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, by Ochi Bernadas

boxers

Shopping For Labels, Shopping For Love

Hola! Since I wasn't able to blog from the previous, (and another)previous weekend, let me tell you about my short trip to Divisoria and some of the awesome finds that I got there. I know very well that Divisoria is known for mass produced (MaPro as I call it) goods that you can see almost everywhere. Because of the cheap price, almost anyone can afford it and so, you end up having not just one but 5,6,7,8, and so on people having the same item as yours. Divisoria is also known for mass purchases, you can get cheaper deals if you buy things by the dozen, or half of it. I was able to explore the place last year, which was also my first time(I know I'm THAT ignorant to the world!), courtesy of my friend Dan who accompanied me. I had a lot of mishaps and mistakes and if it's your first time, I don't want it to happen to you. That is why when going to Divisoria, here are some of the tips that I can give for you to be able to avoid those mishaps. Remember prevention is better than cure!

1. Shop light.

Don't bring your laptop, iPod, iPhone, PSP or any luggage/baggage that you think won't be necessary through the course of your shopping.

2. The world doesn't revolve around you.

Divisoria is not like the mall where if someone snatches your cellphone, a lot of people will be able to help you. In Divisoria, it happens a lot so don't expect people to fret as you come in screaming that you just lost your wallet. Sure they will be of help but you must remember that the place is almost always packed (especially for the yuletide season) so those people also have their belongings to mind. So, be weary of yours.

3. Look and dress simple.

Aside from the fact that it will be easier for you to move around, it can also be a defense mechanism from snatchers and the like because you will be less noticeable that way. It can also help you haggle more as opposed to wearing your 5 karat ring or your diamond necklace.

4. Learn to haggle.

The good things about Divisoria is that even if the goods are brand new, you can always haggle just like in thrift shops! Isn't that amazing? Just make sure the item, as I've said before, is unique or its something that stands out. And to be sure for emergencies, make sure you can rock the outfit/accessory even if you came to a close encounter with an entity that has the same item. Also, make sure you check the details of the item, because for a cheap price, what do you expect? Just make sure you check.

5. Be patient.

The stalls or shops in Divisoria typically has the same kind of good, you have to believe in the motto that patience is a virtue for you to be able to bring home that awesome find! It can also help you compare prices from stalls, which most of the time doesn't work for me. DON'T BE IMPULSIVE, like me. heh.

Those are just a few tips, I have for you guys. Spur of the moment advice that I thought I'd give you. But enough of that! We basically went there because I just got my retention bonus! I'm cheap so I will not spend my hard-earned moolah at the mall. Let me show you some of the things that I got: