Thanks, Angeli, for the nomination/award thingy. And I'm so sorry it took me this long to get this up. It's tough to think up 11 facts lol. I know this is not a Wordpress blog but all the love is appreciated! (Psst people, I do have a Wordpress. I may or may not be resurrecting it but we'll see.)
I love these survey things as blog fillers or just to pass the time. And I love finding out stuff about other people through this. It's interesting to read and compare answers. It's also a good way to learn the small things about a person. I know there's a K-Pop version of this but I don't want to bore you with YG-ness more than I am already. ;-)
Rules:
1. List 11 facts about yourself.
2. Answer the questions left by the blogger who nominated you.
3. Nominate five (or more) bloggers who have less than 200 followers. Make sure to notify them.
4. Make up questions for those you have nominated.
5. Display the Liebster Award badge on your blog.
I can't take it anymore. I need to say something about this.
I am desperately looking for a fanfic. A Lord of the Rings fanfiction with an Aragorn/Legolas pairing; hurt/comfort, angst, and mpreg. Yes, MPREG.
Basically how it goes is that for some reason, Legolas becomes a slave working at some tavern. Aragorn is already king, Elessar, and before Legolas became a slave, they were lovers. Then Legolas gets kicked out of Aragorn's life or whatever and on to the streets but not before falling pregnant with Aragorn's son. Either Haldir or one of Elrond's twins find Legolas in the rain, in labor, and the Mirkwood elf gives birth at an inn or something. Years later, Legolas is working at a tavern, being abused by the owners and the patrons. He keeps his son safe -- I CANNOT REMEMBER THE NAME OF THE SON!!! - so he takes the abuse.
One day, the king - Aragorn, Elessar, whatever - happens to stop by the tavern. The owner volunteers his "best elf" to serve the king. Legolas tries to go away but Aragorn recognizes him. I can't remember exactly why Aragorn/Legolas broke up but apparently, they still love each other. Well, Aragorn still feels strongly for Legolas but since to the elf, he felt that he was thrown away like he was rubbish so Legolas turns Aragorn's affections away. Aragorn chases after Legolas in the rain and then something happens and someone lets it slip that Legolas has a son and Aragorn automatically assumes that it's his son.
There. Word vomit! I'm not 100% sure of the other events in the story but this is the gist of it. This is my favorite part of it. Last I remember, it is a work in progress (WIP). I had it saved in my computer from looooooooooooooong ago but I can't find it now no matter what keyword I enter. Angsty, MPREG, hurt/comfort is not rare in the Aragorn/Legolas pairing so that makes it so tough. And I like my Aragorn/Legolas fics brimming with angst. They actually make me cry like a fool.
I chanced on this gorgeous cover of Haru Haru, one of my favorite BIGBANG songs while looking up stuff about Lee Hayi. Apparently, this girl was in the same singing competition as the Mini Monster and she did this lovely little thing. Accompanied by the piano, she amazed JYP, BoA, and Papa YG himself. You can see it in their eyes. Listening to this gave me epic goosebumps.
Is it too much to ask for a studio version of this?
Target is one of those stores where you go in not expecting to buy anything but then you go out toting a couple of stuff that you don't know you needed... or don't actually need. I feel like whenever I enter a Target store, I leave with an item or two. Just today, I decided to drop in just to look around. They didn't have the blush I wanted but they did have this:
I'm afraid you can hear my geekery from the screens of your computers. With this, I crossed out two wish list items: Map of Middle-Earth and Thorin's Map. I have the key, too... so if you want to go on an adventure... ;-)
Anyway, not too long ago, I dropped by another Target store and after going back and forth a couple of times, I decided to pick up 2 of the ELF Studio Matte Lip Colors. I saw this in a friend's makeup collection and I've been wanting to get it for a long time. So I finally did. Here's what I think of them.
Since when did this blog become a beauty blog? LOL. Expect more posts of this nature, I'm afraid.
I love these survey thingies. I stole this from someone on LiveJournal... and subsequently lost the site when my browser died. Heh, convenient.
What did you do in 2012 that you’d never done before?
Hmm... celebrate my birthday with a party. A pool party! My last legit birthday party was almost 15-17 years ago. LOL. Yeah.
Did you keep your New Years’ resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I didn't make any for 2012. For 2013... maybe. Mainly just to read more and blog more. And I have a few goals set for next year.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Not very "close" but some people I know added to their families.
Did anyone close to you die?
Not really "close" to me.
What countries did you visit?
Japan and the Philippines
What would you like to have in 2013 that you lacked in 2012?
A better-paying job. Really.
What date from 2012 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
2nd of November. BIGBANG Alive Tour in Anaheim. The first of two incredible days. I was VIP and we were witness to that awesome soundcheck where G-Dragon first performed Crayon as part of the concert. It was an incredible display of talent and I will never ever forget it.
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
I guess being able to pay for my and my mom's plane tickets to the Philippines. I know it's not much but considering how much I make and I was able to do that on top of my BIGBANG expenses, I'm pretty proud.
What was your biggest failure? Erm... I don't dwell on the bad things.
Did you suffer illness or injury?
I'm sick right now. And I can't remember whether my bout with hives was this year or last year. Anyway, I was out for a week... miserable to the bones.
What was the best thing you bought?
My VIP tickets for the BIGBANG Alive tour. Best $300 ever.
Whose behavior merited celebration?
???
Whose behavior made you appalled?
Those who voted "no" for the RH Bill in the Philippines. I mean, have you even read their "reasons"?! My god... and people vote for them. I don't know who's dumber.
Where did most of your money go?
It went to YG Entertainment and LiveNation. I went to 3 LiveNation/YG concerts this year, bought merchandise and CDs from YG Inc. And oh yeah... boots and scarves and jackets. I love cold weather fashion.
What did you get really, really, really excited about?
BIGBANG Galaxy Alive tour stops in Anaheim, CA.
What song will always remind you of 2012?
BIGBANG - Fantastic Baby
Compared to this time last year, are you:
a) Happier or sadder? Happier
b) Thinner or fatter? THINNER!
c) Richer or poorer? Richer
What do you wish you’d done more of?
Read and blogged.
What do you wish you’d done less of?
Spend. But I don't regret anything BIGBANG I've done.
How will you be spending Christmas?
With mom, hopefully at the Universal Studios.
Did you fall in love in 2007?
Not in the strictest sense, no.
How many one-night stands?
0
What was your favorite TV program? Spartacus: Vengeance. Game of Thrones.
Do you hate anyone now that you didn’t hate this time last year?
It's still the same on the list.
What was the best book you read? Hmm... probably the A Song of Ice and Fire books I've read so far. GRRM is amazing.
What was your greatest musical discovery?
BIGBANG. I mean, I'm aware that they existed but since I'm not the biggest fan of KPOP, I didn't pay much attention. Until earlier this year. I got reintroduced to their music and realized what genius is in there. I don't think I've listened to an English song at length in the past 9 months.
What did you want and get?
VIP tickets to the BIGBANG concert. Yeah, even if it meant I was to go twice. And a Samsung Galaxy S3.
What did you want and not get? A new Macbook Pro. Sigh. That means I can't get a new iPod either.
What was your favourite film of this year? The Avengers!
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
I turned 24 and I had a pool party two days before the actual day.
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2012?
I love cold weather fashion. This year, I tried to add color to my wardrobe.
What kept you sane?
Discovering new music.
Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
BIGBANG. Especially GD&TOP. Apart. Together. I don't care! XD And also, Jeremy Renner. He's hot... omg, I can't even explain what he does to me.
What political issue stirred you the most?
RH Bill in the Philippines.
Who did you miss?
My dad.
Who was the best new person you met? Fellow VIPs during the BIGBANG concerts. Finally, people who understand!
Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2012: Just have fun. And acknowledge the signs.
Quote a song lyric that sums up your year: WOW... FANTASTIC BABY!
lord of the rings. k-pop. marvel cinematic universe. the hunger games. sherlock. harry potter. csi. criminal minds. anime. fighting games. final fantasy. running man. jrpg. generation kill.
