Poetic Isolation

Vincent Ryle

Younger me in red shorts...what's with the sad face? haha

Being the youngest child for 15 years, I used to wonder what it felt like to have a younger sibling. When the news of my mom’s pregnancy reached me, I didn’t really know how to react. Oh, issues... But when Mama and Papa came home carrying a tiny little boy with a round face and rosy cheeks, I felt ecstatic. I thought I would cry and cringe because I knew changes would come with the arrival of a new member in our family. Not to mention my older brother’s constant teasing: “Bleee... you’re not a baby anymore!!!!”

To my surprise, I never got jealous of having a younger sibling. I even helped my mother take good care of our baby boy by changing his diapers, singing him lullabies to sleep, preparing his milk, and even washing his clothes.

We named that adorable little creature above Vincent Ryle. He was named after St. Vincent. We actually call him by a lot of nicknames; from Vryle, Yan, Ryle, Bayle, and Groo to Baboy. Haha, silly, right? But we love it! Lol.

I don’t know if you feel the same way, but I love teasing my baby brother until he cries and asks for Mama’s help. Lol. I can’t believe how fast time flies. Vincent turned five last Friday—another reminder that I’m getting older, but I’m also taking it as another chance to become a better sister. Ayeee, haha.

Baby Yan, here are some good things that I would always love to remind you of as you grow older. These are just some of the reasons why you should be happy. I hope you’ll be able to read this post when you’re older.

You are cute...stay cute forever!

You are handsome. Don't make too many girls cry in the future, okay?

You are smart. You made it on the first place on your first year in school. I'm one proud sister!

You are creative. It's from your sister's genes okay? haha

I love it when you're naughty

I love it more when you are nice

You are loved! No matter what happens, always remember we love you.

You have two ates and two kuyas who will help you get through anything :))

Happy Birthday Baby!

Maternal Love *a photo of my mom and my brother
(c)2010. photo by yours truly :)

Baby boy you came to us like a rain

from a long summer, you know that?

Your existence was unexpected

But greatly appreciated.

You are special.

You are a blessing!

I love you, Baby Yan...

love, Ate Bebet <3

I Will Not Love You Forever

Darling, how can I say the words 'I love you too'?
Will the numbers 1433 enough?
Or will phrases like 'infinity and beyond'
enough to satisfy your 'forever'?

Darling, with all my heart I will gladly
wear the necklace of songs you've given me.
I will wear it on my lips when I smile
I will wear it on my eyes to see the world differently
I will wear it like my underwear
hidden, secured and always within me.

Darling, I will not listen to the old songs
and stories of love alone
but together we shall write and sing ours'.

Darling, unlike I you,I will not stare on and on into the past
but look into the future with you.
In every journey I'll take
you will not dress like a pole star
you won't be like other millions of pole stars
you will be my pole star
and I will do everything to keep your lights on.

Darling, I will not love you forever
because even a universe of forever
will never be enough for me to do so.

*I wrote this poem for an hour on my World Literature class. ' wrote this one as a reply for Rabindranath Tagore's Unending Love

DIY Gold Spiked Cap

WHAT YOU NEED:

black cap
spikes
studs (if you want)
needle & thread (black)
scissor (to cut your wrist,JOKE!,the thread /:)

Inspired by my favorite fashion bloggers, I always wanted to have my own spiked/studded cap. Not only does it add more edge to anyone’s outfit, but it is also very versatile! One can think of thousands of ways to spice up an outfit just by having a gold spiked cap.

Considering the fact that you can’t always have what you want, why not make what you want instead? Since spiked caps sold online and in malls are very expensive, a DIY project became my solution. Here’s how I made my own gold spiked cap.

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

Before anything else, make sure you have everything you need. (See list above.) Some materials may vary according to your preference. For example, you can use fabric glue to attach the spikes if you’re not comfortable using a thread and needle. If you’re going to use a thread and needle to attach the spikes, make sure the spikes you have contain holes in them.
Arrange your spikes and studs in the spaces where you want them to go. Make sure they are evenly distributed and properly spaced. You can place them close together or far apart—it’s all up to you, beauties! This is where you’re free to use your creativity. ;)
After deciding where you want to place your spikes and studs, attach the spikes using a thread and needle. Add the studs for more edge! Check if your studs come with nailheads for easier attachment. If not, you can use fabric glue and apply it using a toothpick.
Repeat adding your desired spikes and studs until you’re happy with the outcome.
Voila! You may now wear your gold studded cap. :)) Wear it with style and a smile!

Here’s what mine looked like:

Note: It didn’t have studs because I always failed to visit any fashion stores. Lol.