The Boys in the Band 2020

 

I loved the entire dialogue of the characters. They somehow made it work. In only, one setting, the characters delivered their lines well. Wow. 

Daily Dose of Sunshine 2023

 

Watched this drama over the last week. It was a cry fest. Every episode would trigger your tears. Mental health is not something people should take for granted. It is very important to stay mentally healthy. 

The female lead is a nurse assigned in the psychiatric unit of the hospital. There, she encounters unique cases of patients suffering from mental illnesses. Every episode will feature how the patients acquired the illness, to the diagnosis, to the treatment, towards the journey of healing. All is good until, the female lead becomes sick herself. The latter half of the series focused on her journey to become better. 

I really enjoyed all twelve episodes of the series. I really appreciate works that showcase the importance of mental health and the support and love of people around you. 

October 26, 2023

10.26.2023

It was a Thursday afternoon, when I decided to stop by a store to buy something to drink. I had merienda inside the car.  I randomly messaged him if he was available and if he wanted to come and join me. I called and waited for ten minutes, but he didn't show up. I decided then, to drive home. Few seconds of driving and I saw him. I stopped the car and waited for him. As we were chatting, I looked at his fingers and frowned. I didn't like that he wears a lot of rings. He jokingly took out the rings and gave them to me. I took them and put them inside my pocket. I said,  "Ako ni ibaligya to buy one for myself. Hahaha". He replied, " Haha, ambi na ba, kani lang oh." He pulled a red pouch and took out of it, a ring. The boyfriend was serious. I thought he only joked about buying it last Sunday and how much it cost. I demanded him to show me the receipt, and it was real. He was laughing at my reaction. The boyfriend was going to propose. Right then, and there, inside the car, he asked me, "Will you marry me?". I replied with a nod and a nervous smile. I never thought that I would ever experience a proposal in this lifetime. I wasn't even sure if I can handle marriage and the responsibilities that come with it. We were talking about "minyo2" after we got back together. I thought he was going to ask my parents first before proposing, but he messed up our timeline. He argues that he didn't want to loose the ring and always keep it in mind, he might as well give it to me as soon as possible. So, he just randomly decided to give it today.  Just like that. I now, have someone to call future hubby. While driving home, and glancing at the ring on my finger, I thought to myself, if I deserve this. This person, his promise, his future with me, and the ring which, apparently costs a lot. I have these thoughts to keep in mind. 

First Love (2022)

 

I spent the last weekend binge watching this Japanese series. I loved the way they told the story. The smooth transitions from the past to the present and vice versa were done nicely, you would not be confused with how the events turned out.

The two main  leads showed the purest of love. They were each other's first loves. The characters showed the sincerity they felt towards each other. Hays... The way the male lead looks at the female lead, you can really feel his love and sincerity. 

Summer Strike (2022)

This drama aired last year, only this year, that I got in the mood to watch a slice of life drama.

The female lead got fed up with her routinary job and the constant need to deal with people that "abuse" her goodness. After experiencing the loss of a dear one, she decided to stand up for herself and leave the job that doesn't appreciate her. She then decided to pack up her things and move to a different place. A place that she can be herself and not care of what others think of her. 

I really admire her character for doing that big move. She really prioritized herself and her happiness. 

This drama focused on healing. Healing from the things that broke you. It also focused on prioritizing oneself, that it's really important to give time for yourself, to pause and take a breather from the busy lives we're leading.