I've only ever heard about art fairs and similar events in Manila, so when I heard CHINGKEETEA was gonna host one, I knew I had to go! Hopefully, this is the start for more fairs that I can attend~ Bigger ones, if I may add.
This was held in their main branch in Pabayo on April 21 - 22. I was only able to go on Saturday because no work day! Teejay and Jason accompanied me
Art stuff were displayed in the walkway to the cafe itself. It's pretty stuffy and narrow but when you see all the artworks, the feeling's gonna be all yay. Lels I was hesitant to take a lot of pictures though because in their minds, sellers might go, "Why are you taking photos but not buying!?" I'm paranoid, yall. *shrugs*
If I can wish for one talent, drawing is surely a strong bet! I would really love to have it~ Huhuhu look at how gifted these people are:
Oh, calligraphy. I avidly follow Abbey Sy for my dose of this visual art but there's definitely many who have ventured into it! And they're all amazing~ *sigh* So, Teejay and I bought these precious postcards and bookmarks
The postcard is mine and the all-yellow set is no doubt Teejay's (from IG) ㅋㅋㅋ
I bought one of the above patches from The Uncurated Foundry for 80 PHP. Guess which one?
Thanks for the time, you two~ By 6PM was the Poetry Night. It was my second time and there were more people than last year. I really loved two pieces from this poet / artist but I wasn't able to take note of her name. Her poem was about her sister wanting to get rid of her dark skin - it was so beautiful I have dark skin so yeah. It's titled either Ember or Amber? If you know who she is, please convey my awe
Again, here's to more art fairs and events!
Aside from pine trees and strawberries, I noticed Baguio is definitely filled with plants, especially flowers. So many different kinds and colors, I couldn't help stopping and snapping. I have a few to share here and I've taken it up a notch by adding in some lines from the KDrama I just finished: Plus Nine Boys.
It's my kind of drama, this one, because it's slice-of-life. Relatable (Though I can't relate for romance part...) And since Kim Youngkwang is one of the main characters~ He's totally my ideal type: tall and manly. Hihi I recommend this one! It only has 14 episodes, so do check it out.
That's why I really like watching these Korean shows because they're so deep, like their stories and dialogues make me think. So many quotable quotes. So I had the idea to put them and my photos together~ I think I'm going to be doing this a lot.
I knew a friend who did change for a girl. It's fascinating... And scary. Because he did not change for the better. Oh, heartbreak.
When will a sincere man come and get me?? Chos. But I totally agree on this one. Sometimes, it doesn't have to be about grand gestures of love. Even a small deed of affection can make my heart swell. I'm into details like that ♡
If you find yourself *touched* or even intrigued with these lines, I really suggest you watch Plus Nine Boys! It's very underrated because actors aren't mainstream ones but you won't regret, swear~
You can't take out the fangirl in me, to be honest.
And this rings sooo true nowadays because my ultimate bias group is back!!! WINNER IS BACK!!!
The songs are , of course. I'm not the only one who thinks that; Korea and the world are showing yall that WINNER definitely deserves their title~ Here are receipts!
REALLY REALLY at #1 and FOOL #13 in MELON | APRIL 5, 2PM KST
Even my not-fave YG is posting about it. Yes, he did.
Well, I'm not even gonna start and delve into the long hiatuses and Nam Taehyun's departure because I'd rather just celebrate about what's now... No doubt that I miss Taehyun and his voice, but it's a situation beyond a fan's control. Then again, the members talked about this issue and what Leader-nim warmed my heart:
Now we’re four, so we have to accept that. I think in our fans’ hearts, it will forever be the five of us. I don’t want to erase the five-member WINNER, but please support us as four members as well.
- Kang Seungyoon, 2017
Aigoo ㅠㅠㅠㅠ So before things go sentimental (*wink*) in here, I'll introduce you to their new songs! Just 2 for now, but I know with the success in charting and everything, expect to see more of ze boys
REALLY REALLY
Finally a dance track from them! Their songs are pretty much laidback going to emotional, so I like this change and experiment. They haven't really been dancing and that's such a waste, especially for genius Seunghoon. Actually, all of them. Srsly, I cannot wait for their live perfs of this because I know it's gonna be so lit! It's still got that relaxed feel but it's such a jam that you'd wanna, yeah, dance to it I'm expecting a grand stage~
I'm glad Jinwoo has lots of parts now - though that's with the expense of a member *ugly cries* But can I choose a favorite part? MINO's! Okay, okay. OF COURSE!!! Allow me to love him
Let’s choose our pet names
Honey or baby or darling
Is he srsly asking me this?? Anything, love!
This is gonna be one rollercoaster ride though. From upbeat, we go to slow RnB - basically, WINNER's element. And I'm just- there's too many feels for this one...
FOOL
For me, the intro is to die for. Since the release of teasers, I've been really really (ehem) addicted~ Then Mino's SINGING VOICE comes in Rapping Mino is hot but him singing!? HOTTER!!! You sure who my bias, right? Hahaha I'm so hooked
Excuse me though, this is a sad, breakup song, which members also attribute to Taehyun I'm just thankful but still so upset
Fool, stupid
I now know it’s all my fault
Dummy, idiot
I now know it’s all my fault
Baby I was a fool
I was a fool
The chorus is a gem, more so when they sing "I was a fooooooool~" Ooh, did I mention there's less rap, so Hoony sings too. I don't worry about Seungyoon and Jinwoo. Hihi I just like how this song showcases each of them equally. When they sing this live, I think I won't be able to breathe properly. Lels
Well, it has been quite unfulfilling to be an Inner Circle for the past months but they're back now! THEY'RE. BACK. It's hard to digest sometimes. Hahahuhu. But my ears, my eyes, my heart, my soul, my bank account () have always been ready~ Actually, I've ordered in the 2 sets, FOR SEOUL x FOR LA already Yassss, I'm gonna splurge only for them from now on.
I'll keep you posted on these! It's been so long having merch~ I wish I can buy this and more myself in Korea. In time And if WINNER continues to actively promote this year, I. NEED. TO. FLY. THERE. ASAP!!!
Make sure to listen to these tracks, yall! Take it from this fool for WINNER. If you're also one, then let's spazz!
P.S. I still have my previous blog open for Kpop lyrics. Hangul + Romanization lyrics of FATE NUMBER ONE here.
P.P.S. Credit to POPGASA for English translation of lyrics I quoted above.
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