On to the real world...
This post was long overdue...hahahaha! I just posted something on the date but took very long to come back here and really write something... Too long actually...
Nothing very special happened actually....very different from expectations...
It was like just a normal thing to be attended by everyone.
The only unusual thing that I think that there is, is that I am wearing a dress. Yes. That is something very unusual. The last time I wore a dress was during our acquaintance party. Which happened some time in the second-half of 2015. That was the first acquaintance party of our college that I ever attended, and also the last. I really don't have fun in gatherings and I don't like wasting money on stuff like that, but because it was my last and because my closest friend is going to be there (it is also going to be her last), I attended.
Well, back to my graduation ceremony. Oh, is it only now that I mentioned that it was my graduation? Hahahaha! I actually kinda want to know what you were thinking I was going to narrate until now. As if anyone is really reading this...but just in case ^^
I really liked that dress! It looks cute and kinda flowy and and and... I'm not good at describing! Basta yun!
Unlike most (if not all) girls, I barely put on make-up. Just a quick powder and some lipstick and eyeliner I hate the feeling of putting on eye makeups! and I'm off. I also had my hair fixed at the place my mother's friend manages. My hair is usually quite wavy and hard to manage so I usually have it tied in a ponytail or in a bun, but today, it was ironed and just a simple fix was done.
The program starts at 14:00 but we must be there by 12:00. Riding the UV Express is the best option we have. It was already past 10. But my father kept on insisting we should just take the bus because it is cheaper. My mom agreed on the UV Express idea and my dad went along...but when we were already heading for the terminal, a bus suddenly passed by, we were right at the bus stop then, and my father was like, "Come on, let's go!" and rode it. We had no choice but also board on it...which was a very grave mistake...
We were supposed to get off at CCP but the bus in which we boarded does not pass there. Instead of traversing the Roxas Boulevard, that certain bus turns right at Buendia! Disaster! My father was like, "Calm down, it'll surely take a turn and we'll be there in no time." It was already 11:30.
"I think I won't make it in time."
Grumpily, when we reached the bus stop, I stood up and went my way for the exit. Strutted my way to where I know we can get a taxi, occasionally looking behind to look at my parents and make sure they are still there. We did chanced upon a grab-car and was able to get to the venue a little later than what was supposed to be. We paid more than we should for the transportation than what was originally planned...
During the trip I kept on texting my friends on where are they and if something was already happening. I was very anxious.
At the venue, there were a whole lot of ton of people! I'm not exaggerating! Those people are from different branches of our college! As in! There are a lot of them there!
My closest friends were already inside, waiting for them to line up for the march. I put on the toga and went to the registration area (if that's what it's called). I was then informed that I can take 2 guests with me to my seat. Guests are supposed to be only at the designated area, somewhere quite far from the stage.
It is my surprise to them. I will receive an award today. I don't know why I am quite indifferent with the term Cum Laude. A lot of people are congratulating me but I really don't know what reaction to give, I've never received such recognition before.
Fast forward...
I did not have the chance to take pictures with my batch-mates because for the march, we will be entering from a different area. We line up in different places. We waited for more than an hour~ It was very tiring and boring! I bet everyone was having fun and embracing the moment they all worked hard for.
I think we had a few photos at the end of the program, but then we needed to go separate ways for each family has something planned already.
Goodbye...
I forgot to mention that my brother was also there... He was very proud...
We had a few photos before leaving the venue. Did I really graduated just now?
We went straight to Mall of Asia to eat. It was hard choosing where to eat. Price was not a problem because it was a happy special day...supposedly. But since my dad was a cheapskate...we ate at Goldilocks...which I admit, not common but...there must be someplace...better?
I have to admit...this is not how I imagined my graduation day will be. I'm quite bitter here, I admit. I just graduated! And with honors! A meal at home was somewhat better... No gifts received... It was like it's just a normal day with a few things out of common...
I kept on smiling and have a cheerful aura, but...this is really not what I want.
I really don't feel any attachment to this day...
Typing this made me feel that I really am missing a lot in life... I'm sorry it turned out like this... I did not expect this either.
Nothing very special happened actually....very different from expectations...
It was like just a normal thing to be attended by everyone.
The only unusual thing that I think that there is, is that I am wearing a dress. Yes. That is something very unusual. The last time I wore a dress was during our acquaintance party. Which happened some time in the second-half of 2015. That was the first acquaintance party of our college that I ever attended, and also the last. I really don't have fun in gatherings and I don't like wasting money on stuff like that, but because it was my last and because my closest friend is going to be there (it is also going to be her last), I attended.
Well, back to my graduation ceremony. Oh, is it only now that I mentioned that it was my graduation? Hahahaha! I actually kinda want to know what you were thinking I was going to narrate until now. As if anyone is really reading this...but just in case ^^
I really liked that dress! It looks cute and kinda flowy and and and... I'm not good at describing! Basta yun!
Unlike most (if not all) girls, I barely put on make-up. Just a quick powder and some lipstick and eyeliner I hate the feeling of putting on eye makeups! and I'm off. I also had my hair fixed at the place my mother's friend manages. My hair is usually quite wavy and hard to manage so I usually have it tied in a ponytail or in a bun, but today, it was ironed and just a simple fix was done.
The program starts at 14:00 but we must be there by 12:00. Riding the UV Express is the best option we have. It was already past 10. But my father kept on insisting we should just take the bus because it is cheaper. My mom agreed on the UV Express idea and my dad went along...but when we were already heading for the terminal, a bus suddenly passed by, we were right at the bus stop then, and my father was like, "Come on, let's go!" and rode it. We had no choice but also board on it...which was a very grave mistake...
We were supposed to get off at CCP but the bus in which we boarded does not pass there. Instead of traversing the Roxas Boulevard, that certain bus turns right at Buendia! Disaster! My father was like, "Calm down, it'll surely take a turn and we'll be there in no time." It was already 11:30.
"I think I won't make it in time."
Grumpily, when we reached the bus stop, I stood up and went my way for the exit. Strutted my way to where I know we can get a taxi, occasionally looking behind to look at my parents and make sure they are still there. We did chanced upon a grab-car and was able to get to the venue a little later than what was supposed to be. We paid more than we should for the transportation than what was originally planned...
During the trip I kept on texting my friends on where are they and if something was already happening. I was very anxious.
At the venue, there were a whole lot of ton of people! I'm not exaggerating! Those people are from different branches of our college! As in! There are a lot of them there!
My closest friends were already inside, waiting for them to line up for the march. I put on the toga and went to the registration area (if that's what it's called). I was then informed that I can take 2 guests with me to my seat. Guests are supposed to be only at the designated area, somewhere quite far from the stage.
It is my surprise to them. I will receive an award today. I don't know why I am quite indifferent with the term Cum Laude. A lot of people are congratulating me but I really don't know what reaction to give, I've never received such recognition before.
Fast forward...
I did not have the chance to take pictures with my batch-mates because for the march, we will be entering from a different area. We line up in different places. We waited for more than an hour~ It was very tiring and boring! I bet everyone was having fun and embracing the moment they all worked hard for.
I think we had a few photos at the end of the program, but then we needed to go separate ways for each family has something planned already.
Goodbye...
I forgot to mention that my brother was also there... He was very proud...
We had a few photos before leaving the venue. Did I really graduated just now?
We went straight to Mall of Asia to eat. It was hard choosing where to eat. Price was not a problem because it was a happy special day...supposedly. But since my dad was a cheapskate...we ate at Goldilocks...which I admit, not common but...there must be someplace...better?
I have to admit...this is not how I imagined my graduation day will be. I'm quite bitter here, I admit. I just graduated! And with honors! A meal at home was somewhat better... No gifts received... It was like it's just a normal day with a few things out of common...
I kept on smiling and have a cheerful aura, but...this is really not what I want.
I really don't feel any attachment to this day...
Typing this made me feel that I really am missing a lot in life... I'm sorry it turned out like this... I did not expect this either.