I tend to get obsessed passionate about things, particularly in the entertainment sense. For instance, I got done with listening/reading the Twilight series in like two weeks. This blog post more than two years ago demonstrates this (being titled “Obsessed” and mentioning another account of my drive in staying up til 4am watching season 4 of HIMYM online). Of course, my last passion was discussed in my last blog post, watching all three “Girl” movies one night after the other. Well now it’s 2012 and why not start the year with The Hunger Games? I finished the first book in two days with “Sherlock Homes: Game of Shadows” in between and I’m 60% done (so says the Cloud Reader) with the second book. Thanks to my cousin Jas and Justin’s coworker for letting me borrow the books, I’m aiming to be done with the trilogy by early next week if not sooner!

That being said, elsewhere I am lacking passion and drive so it feels good to feel this way about something. I’m hoping it will come back - I know I want to do something just not sure what and maybe it’s my fears and reluctancies holding me back. Basically the whole month of December I felt disgruntled in my need to really find my passion again. I then realized I needed closure and that bittersweet resolve brought about a feeling to unwind. I don’t need to rush into anything. And now (actually for a while), I’m feeling a bit lazy and enjoy having nothing in particular to do. Yes, I’m quite enjoying just going to work, coming home and watching tv or reading a book, calling it a night, and repeating until the weekend where I don’t have any big plans… except to finish the trilogy. Happy 2012!

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1) i watched the swedish adaptations of the millennium series on netflix this week. all three movies - the girl with the dragon tattoo, the girl who played with fire, and the girl who kicked the hornets’ nest. the first one was the best movie (as is usually the case).

2) i already finished half of my christmas shopping in one day. no, not on black friday. cyber monday. the only time i actually shop on amazon is during the holidays. and yes i did get dance central 2 for $24.99. whattup! (please don’t tell anyone as there is a chance it will be a christmas gift)

3) speaking of shopping, i’ve browsed through bloomingdale’s, macy’s, kohl’s, zara, madewell, and mango (so far) to add items i want for myself to the cart then exited out of the browser withought going any further. must… re… sist…

4) justin and i are planning to attend december nights tomorrow. i’ve been wanting to go for years, but this is the first time i’m actually trying to make it happen. wish us luck with parking and such.

5) thanks to my healthwaves program, i get some exercise at least twice a week. i take yoga on mondays and they now offer a strength-training class on thursdays. the instructor had to cancel yesterday’s session so i guess i’ll be starting my twice a week workouts next week.

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after like three years, i finally finished reading “love in the time of cholera”. it certainly wasn’t my favorite book. it seemed to drag and my thoughts often drifted as the narrative did so there’s a period of like a year where i just stopped reading and didn’t have motivation to finish. well, after the wedding and b/c most of my shows are in hiatus, i had some time to do some reading. i finished that book and wanted to read another.. i do have sookie stackhouse books in my reader, but it just doesn’t catch my interest. maybe in part because i watch the show and it seems more interesting than the book. i think mostly it’s because it’s what i consider a “stupid read”.

anyway, justin and i went to the library this past saturday. i felt like a kid in a candy store! i knew i wanted to get “a wrinkle in time”. i hadn’t read it since i was a kid so i wanted to re-read it. i also got a ten-cd program on “how to speak french” and a business marketing book called “purple cow”.

married to the love of my life and doing things that spark my interests and expand my knowledge… living the dream.

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of course channing tatum will always have a special place in my heart (as long as he stays in shape and keeps taking his shirt off in movies and/or appearances). however, my current number one is ryan gosling.

is it me or is he the only guy that still looks hot with a receding hairline (blue valentine)?! i’m not one for facial hair, but i think he looks better with a little scruff action. i also like the way he dresses - doesn’t appear to try too hard. he’s a great actor and seems to have the similar swag that jt posseses, just more in an indie sort of way. still gotta watch crazy stupid love, but for now who wants to re-watch the notebook with me??

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dying is just as a part of life as living. my uncle boboy was laid to rest yesterday. i’m so thankful i was able to see him when he attended my wedding. he came all the way from across the country to see the family, as well as see me get married. i’m forever grateful my last memories of him were from one of the most significant days of my life. he lived a full life - able to travel around the world while in the navy, having a family, and having lots of love to give (maybe too much). my mom said that he was one of the best sonographers in dc. i’ll miss him visiting and gracing us with his stories and cooking skills (his sinigang and gabi, in particular). rest in peace uncle boboy.

with death, also comes new life. my good friends yun and karen gave birth to their baby girl kendall rae yesterday. their families are very loving so she’ll be welcomed with many open arms, hugs, and kisses. i’m excited to meet the little one. her world is full of endless possibilities. i’m sure she will grow up to be an amazing person as i’m sure karen and yun will be amazing parents!

happy hump day to you too!

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My latest purchase:

They are Vera Wang Lavender ‘Luna’ Snake Embossed Metallic Leather Flats. I bought them this past weekend at Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale because they were over $100 off. I love the sparkle. Photos don’t do it justice. I plan to wear them to work (to break them in) and wedding gigs!

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congratulations!! you made the cut. out of all the people - friends, family, coworkers, facebook friends, acquaintances, parents’ coworkers, parents’ friends, etc. - you have been selected to be a guest at someone’s upcoming wedding! it is an honor and a privilege, but don’t think you are extra special in any way, no siree. going through my own wedding planning experiences and being a wedding coordinator, i feel inclined to give ya’ll a heads up of what NOT to do as a guest (or in one case, not a guest):

- DO NOT wait until last minute to officially RSVP. when it comes to rsvping, your word is not your word. you can tell me all you want that you are going but unless i get the official RSVP card back, i’m not having a place for you to sit or eat.
- in fact, DO NOT not RSVP at all. that is worse than sending a late RSVP. do you really expect to just show up, get food and a seat at the reception?! trippin’. consider yourself lucky if the bride and groom care enough about you to call your ass to see if you are indeed attending.
- DO NOT give a “maybe” or “I’ll find out the day before” RSVP either. Oh Em Gee.
- DO NOT ask for a plus one. are you married, in a long-term relationship, engaged, or soon-to-be engaged? has the bride or groom even met your s.o.? did you already decline a plus one then decide later, you want to bring someone? well, boo-hoo. either go by yourself or not go - that’s it.
- DO NOT ask if you were invited a couple weeks before the wedding. did you get a Save-The-Date? did you get a formal invitation in the mail? were you invited to any pre-wedding events? hmm…
- DO NOT ask the bride or groom or make comments about money. it’s none of your damn business and frankly, your opinion is horse shit.
- DO NOT not show up after you RSVPed saying you will. Extreme circumstances and emergencies aside, it ain’t cool to have a practically empty table - that is wasted food and money. You want to give me back a few hundred dollars??
- DO NOT switch your seating assignment. the couple took their time to place you somewhere that works best for you, the other guests, and them. do us all a favor and sit your ass down. you can get up to mingle and dance after you eat. it does work out better if there’s a buffet dinner, but if there’s assigned seats AND sit-down selected entrees, you are screwing the servers up. do you want a cookie for that too?
- DO NOT not introduce your plus one. this is so rude. if you are going to bring someone the couple doesn’t even know, have enough decency and respect to introduce that person to make sure they don’t think there’s a wedding crasher. i couldn’t even introduce myself as the bride because i would have said, “hello, my name is ginet. i spent $100+ for you to sit, eat, and drink here. who the fuck are you?”
- DO NOT bring wedding crashers. i’m still trying to figure out who a man and a filipino lady with a bun and maxi dress were that showed up at my reception. i would have introduced myself but i would have said, “hello, my name is ginet. i spent $300+ on security to make sure no one i don’t know or who wasn’t invited show up at my wedding. who the fuck are you?”

of course, i could have added obvious things like don’t get too freaky deaky with the bride or groom, don’t get into fights, and don’t cause unneccessary attention to yourself. all the sarcasm, ranting, and half-joking aside (as a bride and wedding coordinator, you just gotta roll with the punches and not let these things stress you out), please practice common courtesy and decency. there seems to be something different about the way people view weddings - whatever your role may be - brides turn into bridezilla, parents, bridal party, or even guests feel priviliged enough for a demand. i think people tend to forget etiquette guidelines - to act in a manner that is courteous and not awkward and/or rude to those around you. and i suppose, the most important reason for this list is to NEVER make a bride or groom feel bad. feel bad about having to say no. feel bad about having to say yes b/c it’s a total inconvenience for them. feel bad that they should’t feel bad but they do anyway. et cetera. et cetera.

practice makes perfect. so send in those RSVPs as soon as you know you can or can not attend! (note to self: send RSVP card ASAP)

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earlier today, i reflected back in my college days reading xanga blog posts. i tend to do that from time to time mainly during upcoming life events. anyway, here’s a list of discoveries (or not):

1) i’m totally awesome - was and still am, if not more awesome now.
2) i really love rent the musical - i referenced the songs, the broadway show, the movie, etc. sooo many times. it’s kinda ridic.
3) i was very boy crazy - i always had multiple crushes at a given time
4) music is truly in my veins - i always quoted lyrics to songs
5) i’ve grown a lot but i’m still the same in so many ways.

i’m still trying to figure out how i’m going to make a difference in the world and juggling between passion and work - can the two coincide? for now, no. i’m going to concentrate on being the good wife for a bit, then i’ll figure that other shit out.

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the wedding is over a week away and i’m already thinking about what i’ll miss and what i look forward to!

top five things i’ll miss:
1) getting my creative juices flowing - all the diy, etsy shopping, & wedding blog inspiration
2) pre-wedding events - my bridal shower & bachelorette party were sooo much fun!
3) receiving gift packages in the mail
4) talking to all our wonderful vendors
5) everyone being excited for the wedding

top five things i look forward to:
1) not stressing over spending hella money
2) coordinating other people’s weddings
3) april’s wedding in riviera maya
4) some peace and quiet, away from irritations
5) quality time with the hubby

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