Thoughts-y thoughts

I feel like i am reliving my college days. Spending most of the year in Manila and coming home for only a few weeks. Missing out on all important occasions and parties. As a consequence, I was on my toes then where the parties are. You would never find me home on a Friday and Saturday night. I would be out somewhere noisy and of course intoxicated. And on a daily basis, every afternoon I would be chilling with friends at some resto or pool house. That was how we roll. But that was a long time ago.

Now, things have changed. I smile pleased of how much I've 'matured'. hahaha Although I have to admit I am still very much child-like (something I wouldn't probably out grow), perception wise, I have indeed grown up.

It's been a week since I arrived. And I have spent most of it at home. Believe it or not! I haven't realized I miss home so much... This much! There's something about being here that comforts me. I don't feel like going out. I haven't even announced my arrival to my fwends! I would spend the day with my little devil, Brandon. He makes fun of me, draw tattoo on my hand, stick his artworks on my shirt and we watch movie all afternoon. Funny and fun! Priceless! And when Brandon is with his folks, I would be with mine. Chikka-chikka over coffee or watch Betty La Fea together! hahaha My mom is a fan of Pinoy teledramas. Although now, it has been cut to just this show because of my dad's constant tease. John Llyod is one of my mom's crushes, so my dad lets her be. And he ended up watching the show with her, and eventually me!

It's a sign. I am becoming old. Well, not old old. But old, mature. I prefer being with family than with friends now. I enjoy being home more than being somewhere else. Little things, simple pleasures and fun memories. Indeed, the best things in life are free... Family, home and friends.

Someone once asked, "Does maturity come with age or it's just a number?" I say, maturity doesn't come with age. Because maturity cannot be quantified. It is a state of mind. It doesn't grow with the years that come by. Some may be adding up on the years, but their maturity level doesn't. So it's not fair to conclude that just because you're older, you're more mature.

When there are substantial changes on your preferences, it's a clear sign that you have inched closer to maturity. I am glad because I think I have.

Kicking off my holiday vacay

Yesterday, waking up felt weird. My alarm went off on it's usual time. But when i opened my eyes, everything around me was different. I had to pause because I was confused for a moment. Only to realize that I was in my room, in Bacolod! It made me smile. Silly me. How can i forget that I'm home?! And to think, I stayed up til late night unpacking my things! Funny.

I had to be up early because we were going to the farm. Christmas party. Dec.21 happens to be the birthday of my late grandfather too. It's a double feast for us. Anyway, my dad was already up too. He couldn't sleep after my sister had to rush off to her early morning duty. He was lounging on the sofa, with the xmas lights on and xmas carols on the background. So Christmas-y! Something i didn't feel while I was still in Manila. So i made myself a cup of coffee and joined my dad. Coffee talks with my dad is something I always miss. It's no secret I'm the daddy's girl, although not the bratty type. My dad and I, we talk a lot. About anything and everything. We listen to each other's stories and give our 2 cents worth whenever necessary. We had a good conversation, as always. What a way to start my day or vacation at that! =)