January 29th, 2008 by Remcyl

Not yet you say? Well, I certainly had visited one of the most beautiful houses in the area that are as ancient as Barbara Walters.

I mean, it’s soo unique for having a modern furnishing on the ground floor, and a vintage showroom on the second floor. Not to mention a bahay kubo located in their vast land worth a hundred grand great for relaxing and taking that hibernating kind of sleep (I certainly had).

No need for words my dear… Here are the pictures

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January 23rd, 2008 by Remcyl

The question has been asked so many times now and believe me I am truly comfortable with the answers I’ve been giving. Not like the story’s been changed, all of my answers remain unanimous for sure.

So what’s the question you might ask? Well, the subject may be controversial to some and offensive to many. But the fact that this certain curiosity lingers on some people, I think it is only but right for us to serve them with our candid answers.  The question was asked to me by my fellow classmate (who I love to death even after her question) during our hospital duty in PMC, and prior to her question, just like everyone who had asked me before, wanted to go safe by saying “Don’t be offended with my question, I just wanted to ask you…”. Before anything, I applaud people like her who considers others’ feelings before asking fragile questions instead of going for the common stabs-you-in-the-heart attack.

So anyways, her question went like this, “What if judgment day comes, what would you say to God?”

And here is my detailed explanation despite my brief answer last night.

To start off, just the thought of having to meet God face to face is unimaginably incomparable. For all the sins I’ve done and the shortcomings I’ve had as a Christian, I would definitely be shaky for I know better, but I’ve given into temptation and still committed sins.

But don’t get me wrong, I never considered being gay, or being a part of the LGBT community for that matter, a sin, and never will I.

From the moment I noticed I was different than the rest of the guys, I knew that it had nothing to do with the environment or the upbringing my family did. To me, it was all in my nature to be gay. Show me one gay person who didn’t have a fierce pose or a lady-like gait in their pictures and I might erase that theory of mine. But till that day, I stand firm on that belief.

I know how hard it is for people like me to live each day of discrimination and believe me, a weak-hearted homo could never pass it. Which is at the same time, a slap to those who continues to discriminate and label people. Shame! Shame! Shame! As they say, you should never judge someone till you walk a mile in their shoes (bargain or Blahniks)!

People often think that we are all about sex! That we know nothing more than to put our penises into some ass holes, to have penises (dildos, bottles of shampoos, or straws –eek!–) IN our ass holes, to suck penises and be sucked, OMFG the list is endless for the sexists!  But we’re not!

Gay people have been walking the Earth for God knows how long and we’ve accomplished more than people would admit. In my opinion, gay people are the unsung heroes of the world. Might be exaggerated to some, but that’s how I see it. Sure a lot of men and women are on top of their game, living the luxurious lives in their Hampton homes, or in Monte Carlo, but they never faced challenges or obstacles such as, having to go to work or school and not have one person say something bad about them, and the likes, like we gay people do. Having to surpass emotional scars are greater reasons to bow down on someone and give them the credit for doing so.

To end this question once and for all. . .

I have lived my life as a Christian, who just like everyone else, made mistakes and is continuously trying to make up for all of them. But I say this to the curious and sexists

You, I, all of us, are not mistakes!

Never was, isn’t, and never will be.

God created us all in the way He wanted things to be. He never made us to be in a position where we, in the future, would have to defend ourselves to Him for the kind of person we truly are.

And to my classmate who asked me the question, Thank you! For you have enlightened me again, on why I should be proud to be gay!

Over and Out!

January 23rd, 2008 by Remcyl

I’ve been wanting to blog about something great but one boggling word keeps on pressing me to write about it. It’s like a sign that it needs to be blogged about so this is the entry for it.

Boundaries!

I’ve read it on TV and a tricycle driver was screaming the word while I was having breakfast. For the past days of thinking what to blog about, this was what the world has given me.

So boundaries…

Love knows no boundaries, and in a way, the world of the wide web doesn’t have one as well.

Since last year, when my web site was just a baby in the world of domains, I have received much love from all over the world from people I don’t even know, from places I’ve never been, and visitors from those whom I’ve linked with. To me, it is such a pleasure writing and at the same time, knowing that people have learned to appreciate what I’ve been writing about especially because I’m not a celebrity to begin with, nor have I considered my life to be interesting aside from the fact that I’m gay (wink!).

The truth of the matter is, no matter how much distant people could be, with the world as our map, we are bound to bump into each other and still feel connected with just a click of a button. The power technology was able to do is simply unimaginable, and I, speaking for the millions who is a fan of the world wide web, am happy!

No boundaries…

I personally would like to thank Madrid, Cebu, Cebu City, Burdur, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Quezon, Nueva Ecija, New york, London, California, Hong Kong, and Australia visitors (who would get the shout out next time) for their continued support!

My sincerest Thank you to the following:

Over and Out!

January 16th, 2008 by Remcyl

Oh yes, we finally did it! And this is how it all started.

We were both camwhoring on Chris’ new phone and trying out the multi-shots function. It’s pretty cool compared to the 4 shots my previous P990i makes. So slow! I have difficulty taking pictures with the soft keys though. My ginormous fingers keep on unintentionally touching the keys so we just use the VGA camera instead located in front of the phone.

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January 9th, 2008 by Remcyl

A bit late, but I gave it the time…

The start of a new year as I have observed amongst everyone, gives a little pressure in our gut to push a bit harder, work better, and save a bit more to spend bigger (wink!). That same feeling gives me the habajibbis that newer set of responsibilities are put on my shoulders even if I’m not asking for it. I guess that’s how the world teaches everyone a lesson, don’t you think? Just when you get to be cozy after familiarizing yourself with the unknown, you get served with even more mystery. But who’s complaining? It’s all for the better I always say.

The past year has been great. So great that the word great is a complete understatement.

Last year was the year I embraced the big 2-0. I was in denial even, that for the first time, I was outside the –teen years. I made jokes about me being twenteen just so I could still be a part of the bracket I loved and enjoyed. But later on, I’ve realized that just like death, whose grieving span could last God-knows when, we all must move on and face life stronger.

I am twenty years YOUNG, and proud to have stepped on a young adult bracket!

2007 was also a blessed year for me being the year I’ve met my lifetime partner, Chris.

Everything seemed to go at my pace ever since I met him. I got to do the things I never enjoyed before like dining out, watching great blockbusters, meeting new sets of friends from his circle, and most importantly, I enjoyed spending one-on-one time with him which are all priceless.

With my relationship with him, I also learned life-molding lessons. I’ve learned that other people should be considered in every situation dealt with; I’ve learned the real side of maturity and independence when limited given resources are at hand; I’ve learned to value even more my time, relationship, studies, and family; I’ve learned to help out others with their needs in the fields I excel in; And last, I’ve learned the true meaning of love. A love that is unconditional, limitless compared to what the world knows. I’m glad to have met an angel who taught, and is continuously teaching me all these. I’m not perfect, I still have to work on my self, I’m just glad he’s helping me out a lot.

Last year, I also experienced the life as a student nurse. Having the chance to visit several hospitals each month is an experience truly incomparable. Not only was it moving for me to have lived that kind of life, but having a glimpse of others’ life as well only made it better. I’ve seen how family ties give patients the feel of belongingness and hope that tomorrow would be a better day. I melted with the camaraderie Filipinos have for their fellow men where in times of need, a helping hand is always ready.

Last year also marked one of the biggest steps I ever made in terms of who I truly am. I’ve embraced my sexuality more than I could imagine by finally coming out to my mom. Acceptance was difficult at first, but I’ve learned to wait. And I tell you, patience as they say, really is a virtue.

Speaking of embracing sexuality, can you believe that 2007 also started my blog life once again in the gayest possible way. Yes, badingako.com was born last year and will continue its growth in the years to come. It’s about time gay people shout to the world who they are and what they’re capable of doing.

I’ve taken risks and made mistakes. I took risks and enjoyed the bliss of success. ‘07 was when I was done with coulda-woulda-shouldas. Been there, done that, never going back! It’s about time I own up to the responsibilites I’ve been given and accept each one with optimism.

This entry is a toast to the year 2007! Another year to add to the accumulated lessons of life. Another year to add to the Kodak moments kept both in my album and memory.

I bid adieu to the year that was, and welcome the year 2008!

As for the new adventures this year. . . Well, we better get started! Time’s ticking!

January 5th, 2008 by Remcyl

My site has been down for a long time, and I haven’t been blogging lately. Things are on the move for me (literally been moving) so updates are really not in my timeline right now. But don’t worry, I’d be updating the site very soon.

Yes, I know. I was the first one planning on buying a new phone but my baby beat me haha. It ain’t no race but I sure am happy for him. He bought a brand new Samsung U700 which is jam packed with features and the screen is just beaming with fabulous colors. It’s a 3G phone which is a must for the both of us since we regularly do video calls and proudly screams with it’s 3.2 megapixel camera.

I on the other hand am still saving for my SE K850i. I had been short on the budget but a job me and my boyfriend are working on would pay for the remaining amount I need. If you people are feeling generous to help me out with the money, I’d love to give you the free space on my site as advertisements. The holidays isn’t far from over anyways.

Over and Out!