Friday, April 16, 2010

Project 13

Desperate
Monday right after our graduation, Drew and I braved the busy streets of Makati in the hope of getting a decent job by knocking at the doors of different companies. I became Drew's navigator since he wanted to apply in different five-star hotels and companies. We started our desperate journey in Intercon Hotel at 9am. Confident we were, we entered the building via main entrance. But after talking to the receptionist, we found ourselves walking towards the back entrance since the HR dept was located there. After an hour, we were able to give out resumes in 4 five-star hotels. At this rate, we thought that we'll be able to visit and give out resumes to a lot of companies. But at 11am, we gave up already. :P


Drew and I at Tower One
Among all the buildings that we visited along Ayala Ave., LKG Tower would have to be the most memorable one. Since we were determined to apply in different companies, we pressed random floors in the elevator. Drew and I would check on every stop whether we like the company on that floor or not. I'm not sure how many stops there were, but it sure was fun poking our heads out of the elevator then after some seconds go inside again.

It did feel a bit nostalgic because I was doing the same routine I had when I was still an intern in one of the largest telecommunications in the country last summer. Even when we applied in Rustan's at Oppen Bldg., memories of BLD youth in my younger years lingered.

Holy Week
Our family had our visita iglesia in different towns of Batangas. The traffic wasn't as bad as I thought it to be, since last year it took us almost 4 hours on the road from Laguna back to Manila. My favorite Church would have to be the one in Taal. And I think I fell in love with Taal already. Such a small and peaceful town, I wanted to stay there for a week or two just to relax and discover the rural life.

unemployed ~Rica Gran

Friday, April 9, 2010

Project 12

Ateneo de Manila University 2010.
Thank you for teaching me a lot of things! You taught me well.


To my wonderful parents, words aren't enough to express my love for you. Thank you for supporting me all the way. I love how you show your affection to me through hugs and kisses. Even if you're alway busy, thank you for making time for us and for being my 24/7, always-on-call support. Forgive me if I disappoint you. But know, I'm also grateful for the times you reprimand and correct my mistakes for you only want the best for me. Thank you for spoiling me (I know, sending a child to Ateneo is no joke.) and I promise to be thrifty when I start earning my own money. Thank you and I'm more than blessed to have you in my life. I love you both!

Graduation dinner at Tatami, Serendra. I never imagined myself liking Japanese food.

Three generations. (gandang Lola according to Drew) Nanay, me and mama.

The great mind behind the name "Rica Gran". I love you , "too-much". Stop drinking, okay?

Farewell, Ateneo ~ Rica Gran