I know. I have a lot of updating to do. I've just been really lazy lately. I feel like I just want to stay in bed and listen to music excessively because I've been deprived to do that during the latter parts of the term. Well anyways, here's what happened to me in the last 2 days..

APRIL 16
Security Bank Interview
I came on time like they asked me to. Apparently the person who's supposed to interview OJT applicants is still in the middle of something so we, the OJT applicants, were asked to answer more exams for the meantime. I was exasperated at first because those tests they were asking me to take were the same ones I took previously for my application. And besides, as far as I am concerned, I'm done with the examination part. I took and luckily passed all of it. So I believe I was asked to come here this time for the interview, and not more exams. Apart from that, today is the course card distribution day. I guess part of me is still hoping that I could be done by the interview just in time for me to get all my course cards myself. So I got bummed out for a bit.

After taking deep breaths to calm myself down, I did what they told me to do and patiently waited for my turn for the interview. It took such a long time that I already got acquainted with one of the OJT applicants whom I took the exams with. Her name is Aida and as it turns out, she used to study in La Salle as well, but is now taking up Computer Applications in St. Benilde.

I think it was a little past 11am when we were called for the interview. I let out a little sigh of relief thinking that I'm that closer to getting it over with. But when I saw the function room where we will be interviewed at, my palms started to sweat and I started thinking "Can we have a few more minutes, please?" Yeah. I seriously thought of that. It makes me laugh right now thinking about it and typing it out. Anyway, so there were 3 of us who are going to be interviewed at the same time. It lessened the horror because I know the interviewer's attention wouldn't be solely on me. So that's a good thing. The interview didn't last long. The guy who interviewed us (sorry its just now that I realized that he didn't introduce himself to us so I can't provide a name) wasn't too formal with his questions so it wasn't difficult for us to respond without stuttering or choking in mid-sentence. And by the way, he was a bit bewildered at the fact that even though 2 of us are from Benilde and I'm from La Salle, we have never seen each other before. I just smiled and nodded politely because I guess its only us who could understand the fact that even though we spend every day of the week in the Taft area, it doesn't mean that we should be familiar with everybody. I mean, its not as small as it looks. My classes are usually at the building on the far end of DLSU, away from CSB and so I spend most of my school time there. Them, on the other hand, might have most of their classes on that big new building along Vito Cruz which is quite an excruciating walk from mine. So there, just a thought. Anyway, after the interview, we were sent back to the HR floor where I was told to wait for a call indicating the time and date of my first day as an intern.

And that was it. All the classes missed and the long hours of examination which tested my patience and endurance paid off. It felt really great to get into a company when you know you've worked so hard for it. :)

Course Card Distribution
After my interview in Security Bank, I immediately went to school. I arrived there at around 12:30pm. I was so dehydrated, exhausted that I feel like I'm going to pass out. The heat was just so unbearable. The Security Bank office was fully airconditioned and I was there for 4 hours and I was still freezing. When I came out, the heat emanating from the sun was just so angry. I had a major headache and I feel nauseated the rest of the day.

Well anyway, after so much struggle with the claiming of the course cards itself, I finally got my grades and I was more than happy with it. Maybe it's not dean's list-high but it's better than what I expected. The mere fact that I survived this term without any failures puts me in ecstasy. All the stress were so worth it.

Thank you Lord for these wonderful blessings. There were A LOT (I mean it!) of times when I was on the verge of quitting and just walking away. You know, stop looking for a job, stop working so hard on my projects.. just stop caring. Because somehow I felt like no matter how hard I try, the chances of me getting a company on time or passing a decent project are little, if not none. But you thought otherwise. You made me realize that if I just believe enough, I can achieve the things I need to do. You have the power to turn what I though was mess into pure gold. Thank you so much. I am more than grateful.

APRIL 17
So Security Bank already called me and they said I was to start working for my OJT on Monday. That means I have today until Sunday to immerse myself in all the bum stuff I do and could think of. That's 4 days of summer vacation. Oh my, its not even a week. How tragic. Hahaha. Anyway, today's summer vacation day 1 and my agenda for today? MOVIE! Jay and I watched The Other Boleyn Girl.

The movie was very different from the book. They changed and omitted many details. There were also some portions where the turning of the events was slow. One thing I liked about it though is that it somehow satisfied my fascination for those lovely corsets and huge ball gowns. Those dresses with thick and colorful layers of fabric makes me wonder what it would have been like if I was born in that era. But at the same time, I also thought of how unfair the treatment is to women during their time. I once again felt the pain of Lady Elizabeth Boleyn on the fate of her children. And I also loved how Queen Katherine of Aragon was portrayed in the movie. She's gentle but tough. Overall, I liked the movie. Plus, the leads were just gorgeous. Don't you agree? :)

After the movie, we bought another pair of slacks and a blazer which I will use for work. I can't believe I'm saying it. I'm going to work! Although not work work but still, work XD Better enjoy the vacation now while it's still here because I sure am going to miss it once it's gone.

Well, that's it. This entry is getting quite long already so I better shut up now :)