Why It's Okay To Be Alone

There was a point in my life when I decided to go everywhere alone, did everything alone because I was so sick of having the need to have someone by my side at all times. Instead of looking for friends to accompany me shop, hang out, eat, I brought a book instead.

I also challenged myself to not play with my phone.

I observed what's around me better, (maybe it's because I just got new glasses, I donno) smiled at strangers, basically just admired everything around me (people, sky, clouds, birds, bird shit etc)

I was happy. HAPPY. Hee. I like this word a lot.

One fine rainy day I went out for dinner (With whom? Alone la) while waiting for my food, a guy came up to me and asked what I was reading.

It is just so rare to have a guy ask me that. Usually it's "Hey, nice shoes", " I like your shirt" or the classic "You're Natasha from hitz right?"

This guy defo got my attention. (sfx: wolf whistle) Andddd after a few dates later he managed to capture my heart. We're still going strong till this very day.

Moral of the story? Eat alone. Or is it bring a book wherever you go? Eh, or maybe just bring a book when you go out to eat.

You decide.

Thanks for reading, sending out virtual hugs to you now because I can.

The Pursuit of Happiness

Hey you,

I stumbled upon a pretty interesting book the other day at the bookstore.  The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin. Bought it right away.

The next day I was buried in it during my flight to Cebu, Philippines. Read it whenever I could. I love it. I'm not even close to finishing the book, but I decided to have go at making my life a whole lot better but actually practicing a few things in it.

Gretchen Rubin

Today I'm going to start with these 2 first:

1. Make my bed each morning

2. Follow the "one- minute rule"- make myself do any chore that takes less than one minute. Hang my clothes, hang up my wet towel, wash the dishes or mugs right after use and etc.

Looks like a piece of cake right? Not when you are a serial procrastinator like me. 

I'll try my best. Hope you had a great day.

Spiderwebs

Hey you,

I apologize for not pouring just as much as I used to. Quite surprised that there are still people reading this blog of mine.

It’s been 4 years I have been a radio announcer. Been so busy with work and life itself that I have yet to find the time or inspiration to put it down in words. Okay, that’s kind of a lie. I have been flooding my instagram and Facebook page daily. Just, not here.

Life has been good so far. I’m still the same Natasha who always pursues love and life and the in between.

Watch this space.

I AM BACK.

Let It Go

Hey you,


So I have finally let go of my Playstation 3. Not just cause the PS4 is now out but, I feel like it has been sitting beside my flatscreen acting like a vase instead of living up to its name as a game console. Sold it off to a dear friend.

Okay, I lied. The main reason why I wanted to sell it off was because of the PS4. Then realized might as well use the money for an iPhone 5s. Heard some rumors that iPhone 6 is coming out later this year. And since my iPhone 4 is still in good condition, might as well just wait. Wait for what? For the rocket to come. Just kidding... nah, it just got too complicated I decided to f*ck it all and just save up the money for a rainy day.

Thank goodness for todays battle did not require a hard fight.

On a heavier note, it has been 8 weeks that I am without Jackie in my life. I had a dream just the other night of me walking her just like we normally do. Her leash slipped through my fingers, she walked ahead of me, I tried to keep up, I told her to slow down, she did not listen, she seemed determined to just reach to whatever is ahead of her and there I was chasing her frantically and in the end all I could do was helplessly watch as she disappeared from my sight.

I woke up crying, and bawled my eyes even more after out realizing that it wasn't just a dream. She. Is. Gone.

FACT.

Never from my mind, heart and soul but I can't touch her, cuddle her, or see her ever again. (this little piggy cried wee-wee all the way home)

Oh Jackie, I have missed you so... I'll cry, be cranky whenever I miss you but I promise at the end of the day I'll SUCK IT UP. Plus, when things don't go my way, I've always got this little reminder; be better NOT  bitter. 



Much love,

2014

It's been ages since I wrote.

But there is just something about today.

Something.

Or is it someone...

Hey you,


Yes, YOU,

I dare you to inspire me.

Ada brani?

Natasha A. Juan

The Final

The final wag, the final kiss...
My sweetie pie, you will forever be missed.
Constant love was what you gave,
So much happiness we received.

Such a tiny dog you are,
The greatest heart you carried with ya,
You touched our lives in so many ways.
Which makes it even harder to say bye-bye.

It is 10 days before Christmas, and 15 days before my birthday. 

And sneaky you left me an early present; the endless hugs, kisses, tail wags and unconditional love which for sure will last my entire life time, Christmas and birthdays to come. 

You are the greatest gift of all.

Merry Christmas, sweetie pie... and thank you.

Mummy misses you and loves you, so much.

#RIPJackie 1998- 15th December 2013

Little One

Our beloved Jackie passed away peacefully in her sleep yesterday morning. She was my bestfriend, my soulmate, and my 'daughter'. I know you hate to see me cry, you always rub your paws on me and look so concern every time that I do. And thinking of moments like these makes me burst into tears. I love you Jackie, so much, so, so much. #RIPJackie