There are so many memories that stick in my mind, either good or bad. Most of the time, we tend to blackout the bad things that happen in our lives. Yet, you cannot escape the past. So instead, learn the lesson and be sure not to repeat your mistakes. Although, there will be a time when actions will come back at us. It's inevitable because we, as humans, are given a lifespan that contains enormous amounts of brain space.
My favorite memories involve stage presence. Performing on stage or in front of an audience is my forte. Every dance, every line, every note is a focus that is completely different from reality. You can't just go out there and do your stuff, there's more talent and concentration involved. I still remember my first Pilipino Cultural Night, Promise Ring. The story was exquisite, the cast was into making another tradition, and I was just beginning.
And then my least favorite memory was the day the committee had no choice but to cancel PCN. I may bring this topic up a lot, but it is because I care about it. It was the moment when I knew that a cancelled show would never occur.
But, let's jump to this past weekend. The hopeful annual summer PCN at Northside was a success. I practically drove early in the morning wondering if we were going to find Akbayan's kulintangs. Where are they? We shall find the set. The two dances I taught did quite well. Lumagen wasn't perfect, but what dance is. If I was around more, their form would've been a lot more crisp. Singkil was superb. The costumes went well with the lighting, and the focus was on the ball. I do feel bad that Asik wasn't in the show. Singkil without Asik is like Tinikling without sticks. I want to commend all my dancers on a job well done. Two dancers in particular are the prince and princess, Steven and Aethel. You two did a great job with the amount of time that I was there. I hope to teach all the dancers sometime in the future.
After the show, most of the cast was still present to have dinner. This conclusion reminded me of my first ever PCN. A majority of the cast was still around to just hangout. The reminder came along because everyone just hungout in the audience seats signing one another's programs. And then last Saturday night, when we all just sat down, enjoying the time left, it just reminded me of such a great memory.
BY THE WAY: Ading Millay is AWESOME!!!
Lastly, you're adorable. It's your eyes that caught my attention, and then your smile just added to the attraction. And just when I was going to leave Paseo, you ask me, out of all, for a ride home. Funny thing is, why would someone ask me to drive someone home when they knew I drank. Honestly, I was a bit buzzed, but why would you trust me to drive you home? Unless, there was a motive.
note: I'm lost. The negative fades while positive walks in. Damn karma.