We live in a world full of pretend and make-believe. That alone is challenging enough to make things real when they ought to be, at the moment when it is demanded. When everyone else seem to orchestrate lies, make up stories, or fabricate deceiving words, it could stir anyone to just go with the flow and forget how it is to be honest, true, and sincere. Some would even go through the comforts of compromising one's moral authority for the sake of living happy lives encircled about by falsehood.
That's how it is with the showbiz industry. Celebrities, reporters, and involved media people would create or avoid for survival. It's just like watching a reality show where one has to deceive and play the game to win the prize, while sacrificing more valuable matters like friendship, loyalty, and trust. But recently, there's one celebrity that's rising against the norm. She's so true with herself that she did not mind anything else, whether it would benefit her or not, as long as she knows what she does is in her state of mind and being. That's how the whole fandom knew Maine Mendoza.
Even when her armpits are emotional or when she cracks corny jokes that sell, it's all up to her honesty that people love her. She's the definition of difference in an industry that has been so frequent in making lies, accepting denial, and meeting the demands of perfection. She is who she is, and she's proud of what makes her, her. There's no question about it. She's defying the walls that separate the celebrity and the fan. Maine is the living proof that you do not have to follow the trend to be trending. I guess that's what makes me proud of this fandom, of being in the AlDub Nation. We are sweeping the world because of a concept, an idea so rare, that it created an uproar that was never expected to make huge waves, rather than a steady and slow ripple. She trends because of her unique talents, her one-of a kind charm, her special traits, her passion, her dedication, and her God-given qualities that the nation is continually amazed and awed at seeing.
And because she's real, she's now in the center stage of what she demands to have: to keep it real. As many of us would assume, her tweet could mean different things. But perhaps, one of the most obvious angles with the pertaining rant is the level of relationship she has with Alden Richards. There's just no other thing an AlDub fan could think of, rather than that. And just how real Maine wants the relationship to be? She wanted Alden to be out of the shell he has been so comfortable of staying for the longest time, ever since he started in this industry. Mind you, and this should be a realization to everyone. Being protective, secretive, and private in the showbiz industry is a norm. Why? There are things that actors and personalities that want to protect, from the prying eyes and judging hearts of some of the inconsiderate, selfish, and egocentric fans and critics out there.
And in the case of Alden Richards, perhaps he's protecting his family and his personal life, apart from the rest. But many of us have been witnesses in the recent past. We have seen him pour out his true self. He no longer worried about what his friends, family, and close relationships would think of what's happening between him and Maine. It's as if he's slowly resting his professional and esteemed self, and he's tapping into the being that he really is. Maine wanted things to be real. How real? Real to the point that the real and the reel are blurring the line, over and over, and being confident that things would be alright.
We have been too predominant of the idea that there are many more things to see behind the cameras, or whatever occurs off screen. It could be said by the SOCO Team with conviction. However, as we have seen in the past, it looks like Alden is becoming more honest with himself. Some of us are in the light of considering his transformation a change due to the influence that Maine has to him. And in all sincerity, Maine's personality of being true, genuine, and happy is more contagious than flu. Whoever is near her surely will gain the same perspective and affectation that she has. Some say it's all about charisma. Others think it's her character. But we could never deny that even just looking at Maine, people are drawn to her. It's like animal magnetism inherited by the strongest of the alpha. I guess that's the only conclusion I can make while many are going crazy just to see her... Literally crazy...
And Alden? Oh boy! Just think of how he could be affected from all this, knowing that he's the closest being, apart from her family, that comes closest to her, physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. When we come to realize at one point, Alden has been into dubsmashing, making wacky faces, thinking of his own pick up lines, and even draining his energy, as a way of, maybe, going at par with what Maine expects him to be. But while the rest of us are thinking that he's modifying his behavior and habits to adapt, Alden takes the experience as a way of showing his true colors. He has done so courageously in one event. And now that he's falling deeper than he anticipated, there's no turning back.
We saw what he did in various events where Maine wasn't around. Some of us are delighted and maybe surprised that his behavior within the Kalyeserye sphere has gone overboard into the realm of reality. Have you seen him do the pabebe wave over and over? Are you in the proper state of mind when you do wacky faces in a debut when everyone else seemed so serious? Think of it. Maine had created so much influence in Alden's life that he considered the experience an opening of the real him. And in the aspect of his relationship with Maine? He is now less mindful of what the cameras will take and he is doing so with fashion, decency, and sureness. He and Maine are now that comfortable that they would show their real selves, even in front of the camera, even when there are only a few that could really understand what they're going through.
The hands that look for the presence of another, the clinging feeling, the jokes and the pranks, and even the things they say when no words are spoken. All of these are manifestations of the reality that they are getting closer and that the emotions are real. Except for one. Yes! There is one thing that maybe hidden from the AlDub Nation as of present. It involves the letter that Alden gave to Maine in return. While we saw that there was a hint of dissatisfaction or disappointment, what Tidora saw in the words of the said letter are directly the opposite. Do we need clarifications? I don't think so. As Maine mentioned, there are some things that are for their eyes only. And we have to respect that. However, I am actually confident that we will see something different... Something that would manifest out from the said letter. Remember, AlDub Nation, that patience is a virtue.
The challenge of keeping things real? Well, for one, you don't have to set too much of one's expectations and see things as perfect as it would go. Realize that we, as human beings, are subject to flaw, mistakes, and frailty. There would be moments when we are not able to do what is required us to take action of. But that's what makes us special. We are a work in progress. And there's always room for improvement. We may not be able to do things so well today. But we could act on our setbacks and become better individuals. Both Alden and Maine may be undergoing the same process too.
Another challenge pertains to sensitivity and involvement. When you are confident that it's okay to take risks, even at the expense of involving the ones you love, then you could take the plunge. Just think of how Alden's and Maine's parents are getting mixed up in all this. They're actually happy for what's happening. Even the siblings are glad that everything is turning out for the best. But when you're too afraid, then not involving anyone would be safe at best. However, that may also equate that you are not becoming honest with yourself and the people around you.
Challenge 3 may also be about the disclosures of the past. Many of us recently have seen how Alden and Maine's lives were opened to the public. Some even found the bits and pieces to be disappointing and bothering. I for one was actually a bit disturbed with what I found. However, as I think about it, I should not be too critical of the lives they once lived. Those times when they were younger, more prone to make mistakes, and commit things less thought of are transgressions all of us make. Their past was a result of their weakness as younger aged individuals. Let us not give them the burden of bringing out the skeleton inside the closet. If you only knew how much effort they exerted to make their lives better at present. Would you really go through the attempt of unearthing trash that has been long buried in the greener grass of today? Are you sure you want to bring a bulldozer or a backhoe and destroy lives that are now settled at peace just to dig and satisfy to destroy and ruin? I'd rather let them live the present and be happy for them. We are all moving forward, just as the plants and trees shoot up to the sky in bloom of greater and happier days ahead.
In the light of my message, let me express my gratitude to both Richard Reyes Faulkerson Jr. and Nicomaine Dei Capili Mendoza for bringing something special to the viewers. I could not thank you well enough for the many blessings you have wrought into the lives of the hopeless romantics, the yearning individuals, loving couples, and anticipating lovers. Thank you for sharing values that the youth can emulate when it comes to being educationally prepared and responsible for handling a relationship. I loved how both of you have wrought changes to the industry that's already tired of the usual and the conventional. Your love team has created a stir that the whole country could be proud of.
And to both of you, as I would take the songs that you sing na malakas magpakilig sa inyong dalawa:
Bakit di na lang totohanin ang lahat kung sa inyong ngiti nahuhumaling kayo sa isa't-isa. Alden's falling, falling in love with you Maine. Ikaw naman Meng, you're falling for Alden that finally, your heart gave in. Sabi nga niya, "Akin ka na lang... Iingatan ko ang puso mo" kaya wag ka nang mag-alinlagan pa. Hindi ka niya iiwan, hindi pababayaan. Sa kanya ay di ka iiyak ng kahit minsan. Ikaw naman Alden, hindi por que si Maine kinikilig, pag ika'y lumalapit siya ay nanginginig eh pwede na ang bahala na, kahit sabihin na, sabi nila, na kayo ay itinadhana. Totohanin mo yung pangako mo na you will be loving her till you're seventy. That you'll be her crying shoulder, that you will be love's suicide. That you will be better when you're older, knowing that she will be the greatest event of your life. At the end of the day, pag napatunayan mo na lahat, masasabi naman ni Meng na ikaw ang pag-ibig na hinintay, puso ay nalumbay ng kay tagal, ngunit ngayon ay nandito na ikaw. After all, God gave you, each other, to show you both what is real; that there is more to life, than just how you both feel.
Be true and lagi niyong i-orient ang isa't-isa nang hindi na kayo nagtatakipan ng mukha on air. :)
Nov 12, 2015
Nov 6, 2015
Animosity in the Transparency
The Point of Desperate
November 3 was indeed a day that none of the AlDub Nation has expected to come. In the point that it seemed the fandom is indestructible, there came a plague that would set the world into its knees: The Hackers. Yes, in all honesty, I would like to express my disgust with what occurred when hackers used Maine's account in order for them to spread their advocacy, and encouraging the AlDub Nation to join their "Million Mask March". Their activity and desperate attempt for attention is so low, dirty, and cowardly that they had to actually peeve a girl's social media account to, what, make sacrifices and forward their cause. Anonymous PH has mentioned that they only used Maine's Twitter account for the sake of that purpose, nothing more, and that it would be returned to her. Naturally, including me, we would assert that since Anonymous is an organization famous for its hacking abilities in stressing their point, such as hacking government websites in support of the oppressed and deprived, I would believe in their words.
However, what happened after that was beyond our belief. The hacking grew worse and has infiltrated Maine's different accounts, including that of Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, and even her email. And to our disappointment and anger, we have fought the hackers in ways we know how; even if it was so little. But despite that only a few of us in the nation knows how to counteract the hacking activities, including that of Carlo Ople, Pratiksha Rao, and Abbie Real, many of us, in the spirit of Bayanihan, have expressed our support to Maine so she could feel that there are people who are behind her all the way. Millions of tweets have poured in, everyone was on Beast Mode, more than enough to feel one's esteem raised and the nation's morale unshaken.
And it was no later found out that in the midst of all the chaos between the AlDub Nation and Anonymous PH, there were a few minor-aged hackers who went into the scene and tried to disintegrate the fandom by attacking different accounts and associating it with celebrities and shows of the other network. And while many of us believed that Anonymous PH was still behind the fiasco, it no soon later happened that Anonymous' FB account has been hacked too, or so we would believe it's the case. How was I able to assert the idea? Understanding how Anonymous works, and having so many members, not all of them are of the same objective. Yes, there are some who acts as royalty by vanquishing the evil, but others are merely in the membership for the thrill of the game. Unfortunately, there were individuals that pretended to be Anonymous still and used the opportunity to induce confusion and fear, saying that they would release information that could compromise Maine's popularity, such as nude photos, and other secrets that are usually found in private messages and hidden albums. However, I am more than proud to feel that nothing has been found. Then what followed after was a gross attempt to taunt the undaunted nation. They used words that would violate Maine's morality. But that didn't do much. We're a lot stronger than to be shaken with such filthy language.
Because of the said event, the AlDub Nation now has a new movement of providing netizens the power of information when it comes to securing and protecting online accounts from the clutches of hackers. It went well. I was even prompted to check everything on my end to assure that I am safe and protected. At the end of the day, Anonymous PH got nothing of the support they intended in the first place. They now look terrible in the eyes of the masses. Their mission of gaining our sympathy took a wrong turn and became their disadvantage. Did the nation crumble? No. We became stronger than ever before. Our bond as a fandom has been fortified and strengthened because of these events. Friendships were further established. The accounts were returned to their rightful state... And now, Maine Mendoza became the second in the world to have a secured version of Twitter, next to that of Justin Bieber. How's that y'all?!
Too Short to Disregard
When Maine appeared on the Tuesday episode wearing shorts, the first thing that came to my mind is this: "Hey Alden! I'm wearing shorts. Come here! Scold me! I need you here!" For some of you that may not know, the modesty issue began during one of the shoots in the upcoming movie, My Bebe Love. If you have been scouring around for updates about the couple, then you could have seen one video clip when Maine was so flustered in fixing her clothes beside Alden. At first, I thought it was her fixing a lapel since she's moving her hands at her back. But when I noticed how Alden looked with that stare of concern for his partner's shirt, considering that the neckline was too low and maybe the blouse was a bit high when sitting down that her lower back's also showing, Maine can't help but become uncomfortable, if not shy, knowing that the person beside her actually expressed worry with her manner of dress. There was even one clip when Alden whispered to check her neckline. It may not be too frequent, but guys who act like that has great respect for women.
Going back to Tuesday's episode, Maine came in wearing shorts, feeling bad with what happened to her accounts. It was like she's in the state of rebellion, defying what Alden counseled her to do recently. If you have observed, Maine was into wearing pants, leggings, and anything that would keep her from showing her legs, as seen in the previous episodes. It had been well on the first week. But this time, she expressed her disappointment that she wanted to challenge the man to go to her and comfort her. She was demanding for his presence. She wanted him to come. But for whatever reason there is, things transpired as they were and Alden just stayed in the studio the whole time. Assumption? Did you even notice why Joey, Allan, and the rest of the cast stressed Maine's shorts? It's because all of them knew what Alden's standards were, especially to the kind of girl he loves. He wanted Maine to be modest, not for the mere pleasure of "owning" what can be seen for his eyes only, but of his noble intentions for her not to be disrespected, looked upon with lust, and make her a feast for the eyes of malicious men. Nope! Alden's not the type to like things like shorts that show the legs or clothing that reveal too much flesh. He has a younger sister to begin with. And he's just being protective of Maine, in the most gentlemanly of ways. And you could see in Alden's eyes in that episode that he was still concerned as to why Maine wore the shorts he already warned about.
Effort Maximum
When Alden saw Maine on that episode, he was worried because of what happened to her, more than the accounts she have. And if you think that asking what was wrong was kinda insensitive, then you could be wrong. Sometimes, asking the said kind of question, though sounding blunt and disrespectful to some, actually initiates openness and finding out if the person being asked would be more than glad to accommodate and state what the problem is. Ironically, the question "Are you okay? Is there a problem?" is a well-thought question that senses the urge of another to prepare conversation. If the answer is a simple no, then it only means that the individual would rather keep things to himself/herself, with no further questions asked. But in the event that the individual responded to the question in a manner direct to what is needed, then it means that both parties are willing to engage in some light talk or some interrogation to find out what can be done to take care of a problem or situation.
Maine's mood was actually more than enough of an opportunity for Alden to play the part of being the sweet and loving boyfriend, doing his role of making his partner happy. It's a lover's role to make sure that his companion is at his/her happiest. He started by throwing in some pick-up lines that he himself feels kilig in sharing. Yes, Alden's the one feeling the romantic chills that his dimples cannot hide or his spinning cannot resist. You could see that he spent time to bring in something new to make Maine happy. There have been numerous attempts, but it ended up in failure, with the girl still sad and upset. Alden even sang for her and she was still unmoved with her feelings.
November 3 was the first ever LQ recorded on screen. We are to understand that Maine's going through a lot, especially considering that social media accounts are her life. It was her avenue of fun and escape. It was her bread and water, more than just a way of deviating her thoughts and easing her stress. She breathes words on Twitter and becomes happy when she connects with her friends and loved ones. Losing it would mean missing a part of her. With knowing where she's coming from, we could be more tolerant of being pabebe every once in a while. Understand that her nature is so sincere that she does not know how to pretend feeling happy while her heart feels otherwise. But what's not to love? It's her personality that makes her and she's charming for the way she is.
When all else failed, Alden requested to spare some time away, preparing for something else to make Maine happy. What's to be done? Has he planned a way to bring back the smile to her face? If it was not mushy lines and serenades, then it has to be something creative. And what he did actually surprised everyone, even Maine! When she saw that Alden came in dressed as a Lola, you could sense in her face that she's trying not to laugh, most probably for the sake of giving justice to her role as a person whose heart cannot be swayed by mere acts of entertainment. But heck, if it was in real life, I guess she could have laughed rolling on the floor. I actually felt sorry for Maine to play the cold-hearted snow princess. Alden had pushed and tried hard, giving his effort to make his forever be happy again. But no, he felt bad too and gave up crying... The question Maine asked, I could say is a question of affirmation, of confirming the reason behind Alden's actions. And to my satisfaction, he responded to the question straight, honest, and lovingly sincere. I actually felt sorry for the man when he put everything down, moped on the floor, and cried.
But as Sir Joey said, "ganyan talaga ang mga babae."
Lessons about Appreciation
I loved it when Lola Nidora shared lessons about appreciating the effort of the person, regardless how big or small is at stake. I was moved with the words that helped Maine see the hard work that Alden gave to make her smile again. That there is no need to make things hard for the individual to exert effort and make things more complicated.
Vengeance of Emotions
With Alden now sitting on the floor, feeling down and troubled, it was now Maine's turn to woo the guy and patch things up. The sorrow was real. I could feel that Alden was really hurt when Maine hurt his feelings. For a second there, it was like Richard's actually sitting down, waiting for him to be picked up by the person whose heart is his. He even had to wear glasses to hide it. It was now Alden's turn to make pabebe and give Maine a bit of a hard time and make her feel how he feels.
As real and as genuine as things are, Maine thought of the one thing that could make them go back together... Ice cream! In the moment when asking for an apology does not stand with a heartfelt "sorry", she had to think of something to cure the pain and to make things sweet for the two of them, all over again. Insensitive? I don't think so. In fact, Maine had to recall some of her most precious memories because I believe it was ice cream that patched some of her worst arguments with fellow siblings and young friends when she was a kid. For goodness' sake, the girl is only twenty, and using diplomacy in fixing relationship scars is not fit for her kind of personality. She's unique in her own way.
I had to commend Alden for doing that, for making Maine feel accountable for what she did. He actually loved the feeling of being wooed by the woman he loves. Though it was not on queue, his dimples showed. and his eyes expressed that he's really loved, at the moment he heard Maine offering ice cream. I personally think it was cute, and he must have felt it too. But he had to endure Maine feeling sad for a bit. If he gave in too soon, then the effort would be for naught. So he had to be patient and wait for a little longer. He had to squeeze some more feelings into the apology.
The pinky swear didn't work. No, not this time. But Tinidora knew that Alden may be doing a bit much already that he had to put an end to the suffering. Thanks to her, Maine's smiles were all about again and the quarrel between the lovers was taken care of. Dubsmashing came back to life. But it was Alden's compliment that completely turned things around when he said that Maine looks beautiful when she smiles; a praise exclaimed at the most natural moment, something that Alden would even say when there were no cameras rolling.
But when everything else went back to normal, and the segment was over that day, Alden was not done in doing his moves. He prepared a fansign that would affirm his emotions for Maine at the moment, now feeling even more in love with the woman he fancies. It was actually unexpected on Maine's part, as you may have noticed that she didn't prepare a fansign to respond with. In summary, it was all that he feels, his sentiments for the pain and the sorrow. He would love to make a wonderful memory out of the quarrel they had that day, being fearless in using the very cause of their argument as a keg to use in bringing out his best of feelings.
November 3 was indeed a day that none of the AlDub Nation has expected to come. In the point that it seemed the fandom is indestructible, there came a plague that would set the world into its knees: The Hackers. Yes, in all honesty, I would like to express my disgust with what occurred when hackers used Maine's account in order for them to spread their advocacy, and encouraging the AlDub Nation to join their "Million Mask March". Their activity and desperate attempt for attention is so low, dirty, and cowardly that they had to actually peeve a girl's social media account to, what, make sacrifices and forward their cause. Anonymous PH has mentioned that they only used Maine's Twitter account for the sake of that purpose, nothing more, and that it would be returned to her. Naturally, including me, we would assert that since Anonymous is an organization famous for its hacking abilities in stressing their point, such as hacking government websites in support of the oppressed and deprived, I would believe in their words.
However, what happened after that was beyond our belief. The hacking grew worse and has infiltrated Maine's different accounts, including that of Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, and even her email. And to our disappointment and anger, we have fought the hackers in ways we know how; even if it was so little. But despite that only a few of us in the nation knows how to counteract the hacking activities, including that of Carlo Ople, Pratiksha Rao, and Abbie Real, many of us, in the spirit of Bayanihan, have expressed our support to Maine so she could feel that there are people who are behind her all the way. Millions of tweets have poured in, everyone was on Beast Mode, more than enough to feel one's esteem raised and the nation's morale unshaken.
And it was no later found out that in the midst of all the chaos between the AlDub Nation and Anonymous PH, there were a few minor-aged hackers who went into the scene and tried to disintegrate the fandom by attacking different accounts and associating it with celebrities and shows of the other network. And while many of us believed that Anonymous PH was still behind the fiasco, it no soon later happened that Anonymous' FB account has been hacked too, or so we would believe it's the case. How was I able to assert the idea? Understanding how Anonymous works, and having so many members, not all of them are of the same objective. Yes, there are some who acts as royalty by vanquishing the evil, but others are merely in the membership for the thrill of the game. Unfortunately, there were individuals that pretended to be Anonymous still and used the opportunity to induce confusion and fear, saying that they would release information that could compromise Maine's popularity, such as nude photos, and other secrets that are usually found in private messages and hidden albums. However, I am more than proud to feel that nothing has been found. Then what followed after was a gross attempt to taunt the undaunted nation. They used words that would violate Maine's morality. But that didn't do much. We're a lot stronger than to be shaken with such filthy language.
Because of the said event, the AlDub Nation now has a new movement of providing netizens the power of information when it comes to securing and protecting online accounts from the clutches of hackers. It went well. I was even prompted to check everything on my end to assure that I am safe and protected. At the end of the day, Anonymous PH got nothing of the support they intended in the first place. They now look terrible in the eyes of the masses. Their mission of gaining our sympathy took a wrong turn and became their disadvantage. Did the nation crumble? No. We became stronger than ever before. Our bond as a fandom has been fortified and strengthened because of these events. Friendships were further established. The accounts were returned to their rightful state... And now, Maine Mendoza became the second in the world to have a secured version of Twitter, next to that of Justin Bieber. How's that y'all?!
Too Short to Disregard
When Maine appeared on the Tuesday episode wearing shorts, the first thing that came to my mind is this: "Hey Alden! I'm wearing shorts. Come here! Scold me! I need you here!" For some of you that may not know, the modesty issue began during one of the shoots in the upcoming movie, My Bebe Love. If you have been scouring around for updates about the couple, then you could have seen one video clip when Maine was so flustered in fixing her clothes beside Alden. At first, I thought it was her fixing a lapel since she's moving her hands at her back. But when I noticed how Alden looked with that stare of concern for his partner's shirt, considering that the neckline was too low and maybe the blouse was a bit high when sitting down that her lower back's also showing, Maine can't help but become uncomfortable, if not shy, knowing that the person beside her actually expressed worry with her manner of dress. There was even one clip when Alden whispered to check her neckline. It may not be too frequent, but guys who act like that has great respect for women.
Going back to Tuesday's episode, Maine came in wearing shorts, feeling bad with what happened to her accounts. It was like she's in the state of rebellion, defying what Alden counseled her to do recently. If you have observed, Maine was into wearing pants, leggings, and anything that would keep her from showing her legs, as seen in the previous episodes. It had been well on the first week. But this time, she expressed her disappointment that she wanted to challenge the man to go to her and comfort her. She was demanding for his presence. She wanted him to come. But for whatever reason there is, things transpired as they were and Alden just stayed in the studio the whole time. Assumption? Did you even notice why Joey, Allan, and the rest of the cast stressed Maine's shorts? It's because all of them knew what Alden's standards were, especially to the kind of girl he loves. He wanted Maine to be modest, not for the mere pleasure of "owning" what can be seen for his eyes only, but of his noble intentions for her not to be disrespected, looked upon with lust, and make her a feast for the eyes of malicious men. Nope! Alden's not the type to like things like shorts that show the legs or clothing that reveal too much flesh. He has a younger sister to begin with. And he's just being protective of Maine, in the most gentlemanly of ways. And you could see in Alden's eyes in that episode that he was still concerned as to why Maine wore the shorts he already warned about.
Effort Maximum
When Alden saw Maine on that episode, he was worried because of what happened to her, more than the accounts she have. And if you think that asking what was wrong was kinda insensitive, then you could be wrong. Sometimes, asking the said kind of question, though sounding blunt and disrespectful to some, actually initiates openness and finding out if the person being asked would be more than glad to accommodate and state what the problem is. Ironically, the question "Are you okay? Is there a problem?" is a well-thought question that senses the urge of another to prepare conversation. If the answer is a simple no, then it only means that the individual would rather keep things to himself/herself, with no further questions asked. But in the event that the individual responded to the question in a manner direct to what is needed, then it means that both parties are willing to engage in some light talk or some interrogation to find out what can be done to take care of a problem or situation.
Maine's mood was actually more than enough of an opportunity for Alden to play the part of being the sweet and loving boyfriend, doing his role of making his partner happy. It's a lover's role to make sure that his companion is at his/her happiest. He started by throwing in some pick-up lines that he himself feels kilig in sharing. Yes, Alden's the one feeling the romantic chills that his dimples cannot hide or his spinning cannot resist. You could see that he spent time to bring in something new to make Maine happy. There have been numerous attempts, but it ended up in failure, with the girl still sad and upset. Alden even sang for her and she was still unmoved with her feelings.
November 3 was the first ever LQ recorded on screen. We are to understand that Maine's going through a lot, especially considering that social media accounts are her life. It was her avenue of fun and escape. It was her bread and water, more than just a way of deviating her thoughts and easing her stress. She breathes words on Twitter and becomes happy when she connects with her friends and loved ones. Losing it would mean missing a part of her. With knowing where she's coming from, we could be more tolerant of being pabebe every once in a while. Understand that her nature is so sincere that she does not know how to pretend feeling happy while her heart feels otherwise. But what's not to love? It's her personality that makes her and she's charming for the way she is.
When all else failed, Alden requested to spare some time away, preparing for something else to make Maine happy. What's to be done? Has he planned a way to bring back the smile to her face? If it was not mushy lines and serenades, then it has to be something creative. And what he did actually surprised everyone, even Maine! When she saw that Alden came in dressed as a Lola, you could sense in her face that she's trying not to laugh, most probably for the sake of giving justice to her role as a person whose heart cannot be swayed by mere acts of entertainment. But heck, if it was in real life, I guess she could have laughed rolling on the floor. I actually felt sorry for Maine to play the cold-hearted snow princess. Alden had pushed and tried hard, giving his effort to make his forever be happy again. But no, he felt bad too and gave up crying... The question Maine asked, I could say is a question of affirmation, of confirming the reason behind Alden's actions. And to my satisfaction, he responded to the question straight, honest, and lovingly sincere. I actually felt sorry for the man when he put everything down, moped on the floor, and cried.
But as Sir Joey said, "ganyan talaga ang mga babae."
Lessons about Appreciation
I loved it when Lola Nidora shared lessons about appreciating the effort of the person, regardless how big or small is at stake. I was moved with the words that helped Maine see the hard work that Alden gave to make her smile again. That there is no need to make things hard for the individual to exert effort and make things more complicated.
Vengeance of Emotions
With Alden now sitting on the floor, feeling down and troubled, it was now Maine's turn to woo the guy and patch things up. The sorrow was real. I could feel that Alden was really hurt when Maine hurt his feelings. For a second there, it was like Richard's actually sitting down, waiting for him to be picked up by the person whose heart is his. He even had to wear glasses to hide it. It was now Alden's turn to make pabebe and give Maine a bit of a hard time and make her feel how he feels.
As real and as genuine as things are, Maine thought of the one thing that could make them go back together... Ice cream! In the moment when asking for an apology does not stand with a heartfelt "sorry", she had to think of something to cure the pain and to make things sweet for the two of them, all over again. Insensitive? I don't think so. In fact, Maine had to recall some of her most precious memories because I believe it was ice cream that patched some of her worst arguments with fellow siblings and young friends when she was a kid. For goodness' sake, the girl is only twenty, and using diplomacy in fixing relationship scars is not fit for her kind of personality. She's unique in her own way.
I had to commend Alden for doing that, for making Maine feel accountable for what she did. He actually loved the feeling of being wooed by the woman he loves. Though it was not on queue, his dimples showed. and his eyes expressed that he's really loved, at the moment he heard Maine offering ice cream. I personally think it was cute, and he must have felt it too. But he had to endure Maine feeling sad for a bit. If he gave in too soon, then the effort would be for naught. So he had to be patient and wait for a little longer. He had to squeeze some more feelings into the apology.
The pinky swear didn't work. No, not this time. But Tinidora knew that Alden may be doing a bit much already that he had to put an end to the suffering. Thanks to her, Maine's smiles were all about again and the quarrel between the lovers was taken care of. Dubsmashing came back to life. But it was Alden's compliment that completely turned things around when he said that Maine looks beautiful when she smiles; a praise exclaimed at the most natural moment, something that Alden would even say when there were no cameras rolling.
But when everything else went back to normal, and the segment was over that day, Alden was not done in doing his moves. He prepared a fansign that would affirm his emotions for Maine at the moment, now feeling even more in love with the woman he fancies. It was actually unexpected on Maine's part, as you may have noticed that she didn't prepare a fansign to respond with. In summary, it was all that he feels, his sentiments for the pain and the sorrow. He would love to make a wonderful memory out of the quarrel they had that day, being fearless in using the very cause of their argument as a keg to use in bringing out his best of feelings.
Maine, kahit na-hack ang account mo,
ang puso ko hindi maha-hack...
Dahil ikaw ang may hawak ng...
Password nito :)
And in all fairness, Alden's strategy worked at best. Why? Whenever Maine moves her fists or her fingers at the point she's feeling that romantic chill, you know that it's genuine; that she's hit straight on and loving it. And to even affirm the love, she's pushing Lola Nidora... Because Lola knew that Alden's moves worked effectively!
Animosity in the Transparency
On the November 4 episode, there were some members of the AlDub Nation that became a bit upset, if not felt uncomfortable that Maine is showing her "rude" side where she continually disapproved Alden's statements. It was noticed that everything began on the previous day where her mood was sour. Based on observation, the audience let Maine's attitude slide because things were bad for her that day. But in the event when she was actually happy, and still continued on blocking Alden's words, it became a bit unruly and unacceptable, according to the sentiments of many. Different individuals have commented that Maine was actually insulting and disrespectful. However, I do have some say on the matter, which many of our members should reflect and understand.
First of all, when the said blocking statements were mentioned, and Alden being actually happy about it, we'll know that it was nothing to him. We saw a side of her that's more transparent than the rest of her attitudes in the last 16 weeks. Yes, she actually felt comfortable that she was no longer shy to show that personality of her, the pessimistic, to Alden. It was an indication that their feelings toward one another has already escalated to something more tolerant and more loving. What's my point exactly? If you love someone, then you can easily love both the good and bad. If it could have been just any other person, then Maine's statements could easily hurt. But because Alden loves Maine in a whole new way, even the bad is worth loving, even to the point that it becomes funny and amusing. That is why many of the people who have been in real relationships actually agree that Maine's actions were nothing but of comfort and ease, and nothing more.
That's the real beauty of being engaged in a true relationship. Everything, even the negative, makes a companionship more colorful and meaningful. It's the moment when compromise and chaos culminates the romance and love between two understanding individuals. When one is transparent in showing his or true colors, then it could be said that a couple has already reached the bounds of courtship. Why? Because in the realms of courtship, one has to show his or her best foot forward to find favor to initiate the next phase in a relationship, from simple friendship to being real lovers. And when you truly love someone, acceptance, tolerance, patience, and understanding are replaced by attraction, infatuation, and expectation. There is no need to hate Maine for what she is. It's all part of her personality, an identity that is truly her own. Alden would be more than glad to embrace all of it, as a profession of true love towards the girl that God gave.
Those are my thoughts folks. These are merely my points of view and you may or may not agree. Regardless of which, I would just like to clarify some of these things for the enlightenment of some of the members of the AlDub Nation that still has reservations to the sincerity and honesty of both Alden and Maine. I'm a fan but I am more loyal to the right and the truth. If you happen to see issues that would be worth your time reflecting, I would be more than glad to drop some pennies of my thoughts to open the minds and the heart of this amazing and loving fandom. As Alden said, "just call my name and I'll be there."
Nov 3, 2015
Deduct, Defense, Defeat, and Detail
I remembered this joke back then when I was a kid. I sparingly laughed at it because it was kinda lame but creative in a way. But the memories led me back to my youth because Maine brought me there with the use of Dilemma in a sentence.
But more than a memory, I will use these four words to create a statement that will help me seam my thoughts together about the many events that transpired recently. Nope, this isn't one of those cryptic entries I've done previously and definitely not a kilig-inducing one at that. It's time for me to make some cleaning with the mess certain fans are making, and also to answer a question that some of you readers may be wandering about.
Deduct
Deduction is a method that investigators use to generate and create a hypothesis based from the many evidences gathered, related to a case. And since this is more of making a speculation, it cannot be accepted as hard fact or truth. Please do understand AlDub Nation that many of the things you see online are based on the various information gathered from a variety of sources. Some of them are as clear as the noonday, while others are as blurred as the foggy morning. When we see some tweets that are not backed up by verified info, please, let's not get into the act of making assumptions or speculating what's really happening. Such deeds are actually unsafe for both the ones being talked about, and the ones who are spectators of the said stories.
Most of us here, I know, are talented when it comes to studying body language, reading messages between the lines, detecting facial expressions, and even creating stories. However, let us put those said talents to good use where we can share good vibrations to fellow members. I was actually moved to stand from my seat when I have seen certain individuals of the nation creating a stir against information that were merely based on deduction, personal interpretation, and misjudgment. I call upon readers to please never believe what you see not unless it comes from the source. It's like you're not aware that the food you're eating came from the morgue, just because you think that it's presented pretty authentic. Don't forget to weigh the facts then ask if the things you are reading are correct.
Defense
As many of you have read my previous posts, I am standing firm for both Alden Richards and Richard Faulkerson Jr., and of course, our princess, Maine Mendoza. But these acts of mine are not just based on mere speculation. I am immovable on my conviction of these individuals because of what I have read and understood about them for the last three months of following them online and on other sources that some AlDub fans are sharing. Yes, I am holding onto their words as dogma because I sincerely think they are honest and true people. Though I may not know them personally, I know for a surety that they are who they say they are, and nothing more.
There's a persistent problem that occurs in most fandoms that have pairs or couples. In order to not be disappointed, they would make their senses wider for every hint of information they could find. Whether it's a tweet, a snapchat, a past post, or anything else, they'll give in just so to confirm that everything would be followed as dictated by some of the fans. Please be considerate. Do not be fantards that you are, thinking that you have the power to write their destiny and decide their love story. If Alden and Maine are feeling a bit off in some instances, please, don't feed your mind with clutter from your frustrations and dreams. These two are in the stage of knowing each other better. Maine may not be as open as she is, because these things happening to her are new. It's been a while since she had her last serious relationship. Alden, of course, has Maine as his first "real" relationship for the longest time. Let's understand Alden's eagerness and Maine's pessimism. They are in the journey of togetherness; a clash of two feelings undergoing adaptation and familiarity. And you cannot instantly feel love, especially if you came from a life where everything else is different.
Maine could feel confusion from all these things. Yes, she dreamed of that "Eventually". Yup, she has a bucket list of what a man would do for her. Yes, she's looking forward for a man of chivalry to sweep off her feet. But no! Understand that daydreaming is totally different from facing reality. It's like you love the idea of bungee jumping, but the feeling is totally whack when you're standing on the edge of a bridge, seeing nothing but ground, 20 storeys high from where you are standing. Some fans are thinking that Maine's feelings are fleeting away because of Alden's actions? What? Is it because they are not really close when they're off cam? She's not as smiling when the scene's not rolling? Are we to seriously think that Maine, a young woman who uses her head, would easily deal with emotions that have long been missed in her life? Are you actually making me believe that she's starting to hate Alden or being cold because of commitments he has to meet or because his uniqueness precedes that of some playwrights, dramatists, or hopeless romantics? Slap yourself awake and know reality. Life is not what you think of. In fact, life is the irony of the things we see on TV. So, is their blurring relationship a reality? I don't think so. If there's something I could believe and affirm of such allegations, then asking both Maine and Alden about it would be the most reliable source I could have. But to actually assume things just because of created thoughts in one's head? Nope... It's a really bad dose of negative medicine, and it's not even close to what's really happening.
Despite of the uproar however, there's one who acts behind the scenes to make sure that everything ends up right, despite of his limitations as a human being. That's what I love about Alden. He's trying his best to make Maine's dreams reality, showing her that there's a reason to believe in true love. There's a reason to believe that there really is forever. There is no such thing as "too good to be true" because Alden, as imperfect and as inadequate as he is, is doing his effort to show that he's the real deal. He may sometimes fall short of certain expectations, but consider the fact that he is human, just like the rest of the AlDub Nation. He's not a make-believe character created in your scripts of romance and fantasy. He may be able to make you feel kilig with all the incomprehensible forces involved with their love story. But that does not mean he's God to actually think of what you guys are thinking. He has his own thoughts so let us not judge him for his intentions or actions. We don't know the real story, nor do we know so much about him.
And what about pairing Maine to other men because they're not content with Alden's efforts? How inconsiderate can you people be? Are you really that selfish that you don't consider Alden's feelings and efforts? That's the problem with some of us. Because we're too used to seeing flaws and mistakes of the present, we tend to forget the beauty and wonders of the past. Now that's what I call rude. You can't just take Maine away because of your silly and incontinent fan-servicing. Alden has been so into Maine these 16 weeks and all you can say is that "He's not meeting expectations so we'd rather have Maine to someone else." And worse, some are creating love teams that don't even have a clear foundation of things. It's just been less than two weeks since Tamang Panahon, and there are already issues? That's what Lola Nidora said, remember? She mentioned not to rush love and hurry it. The feelings and the bond will grow strong over time as they establish a deep foundation of friendship. A love that's true can't be fostered with a wonder fertilizer. Maine is a firm believer of that. She knows how a plant, cared for, loved, and treated well, will bloom and flourish, having the qualities of patience, hard work, persistence, and hope. So don't rush it. They will end up together when the time is right for both of them. But the time is not now, but will await for later.
There's also this other thing that I've read that if things would not work out, Maine could be better of on her own. That's just plain sad. I can't even fathom the thought of Maine being alone when it was all about AlDub that made their popularity rise. It was all about Alden? That's the reason why they're thinking that Alden's taking all the credit and Maine is deprived of all the opportunities that come in her way? There's reason to believe that this is totally unfair. To think that some are expecting for Maine and Alden could have the same projects and breaks, when their experience and stay in the industry are years apart? Do you really like the idea of crushing Maine in the early stage of her rising career? Alden would rather take the burden just so to protect her from being deprived of anything she could enjoy at this time. Think of Alden. Do you think he's enjoying the late mornings he arrive at home, beaten, and dead tired, driving on his own from a long shoot? Do you think he likes being photographed in a flight when he's quietly sleeping? Do you think that he loves the thought of missing some of life's precious events just so he could keep his commitments and fit everything in a day? No! He did not like any of that. But he's willing to sacrifice his own for the sake of family, the fans, and the people who look forward to meeting him and seeing him in his shows and events. Now if Maine, being young and frail in this business, would have the same level of demands, then I don't know if she could endure. Her family would be totally worried and things could be different. And Besides, AlDub will never be a hit if it were not for Alden and Yaya Dub.
I am, by the way, in opposition of her presence in Sunday PinaSaya. I would rather think of her health than abuse her just so fans could feel kilig seven days a week. Please let me remind you that Sunday is literally, a day of rest. Let her be. She needs to catch up. She needs sleep more than you think she has so much energy left in her delicate frame. She also needs time for family. It's the charging battery that drives her for the rest of the week. So let her be and give her the time off she deserves.
Defeat
I am actually saddened by the fact that many celebrities are now feeling the impact of the AlDub Nation, and the love team, in a very unfortunate way. Some personalities are taking the fame in a bad light, creating harsh statements and using crude language just to vent out their frustration and disappointment. A show will be closed due to low ratings. Some individuals have been bashed because of poor performance. Others where misunderstood and became victims of an angry fandom. It's the price of fame. Some will rise up and others will fall down. But how I wished that the world would be fair for them. But then, life is unfair and some would have to exert more effort so that they could have an advantage of the limelight they're supposed to cherish.
That's the war in show business. You cannot and you will not be able to please everybody. But things could have been better if all of us could be happy for each other and support each other. That pride would melt away and humility will come into existence in the hearts of each and every individual. Do you think I am happy that some would lose the livelihood they enjoyed for some time? Not at all. But what can be done? Competitors competed when there was no competition to compete with. They pushed too hard and ended up burning from their own flames. It's a sad sight. All I can say is good luck to those whose lives were changed because of the AlDub Nation in a bad way. We're not having ill feelings of hate, anger, and revenge despite of the wrong words said, demeaning statements delivered, or hateful points conveyed. Ours is but enjoyment of what we love. But your fans are filled with spite... Thus the karma that would take the toll of higher people.
Detail
At the end of my write-up, I would encourage you to see the details of what I have written. It may not be to the very point that I have stressed some of my ideas. But I encourage you to pause, think, and act according to what is fair and best for all of us. This entry may have come from a play of words, but know that I am not playing with the feelings of any member of the AlDub Nation. I, for one, am with you in supporting Maine and Alden to the fullest of my abilities, even though I have my own life to live and love. And before I close, there's one question I would like to answer before I drop my guard down.
"Why is your faith for their destiny/forever so unwavering?"
There is one word that will answer this question, which would be my foundation of steadfast faith and hope for their love story. Serendipity!
Funny as it says in Wikipedia that "The New Oxford Dictionary of English defines serendipity as the occurrence and development of events by chance in a satisfactory or beneficial way, understanding the chance as any event that takes place in the absence of any obvious project (randomly or accidentally), which is not relevant to any present need, or in which the cause is unknown.
Innovations presented as examples of serendipity have an important characteristic: they were made by individuals able to "see bridges where others saw holes" and connect events creatively, based on the perception of a significant link."
But there is no such thing as happenstance or chance, or luck. To me, I know that there is a plan, designed and created by Deity, that will happen to our lives, depending on the choices we make. If there are things that happen to us in any way, either good or evil, those are consequences of the use of our freedom to decide. It's just like a piece of a domino, affecting one decision after the other. In the point of one's life when crossroads are faced and they have choices to make, it will lead to an entirely different endpoint.
In short, I believe in their love story because as they said to each other during Tamang Panahon: God gave me you! (Ooh the chills on this last statement)
But more than a memory, I will use these four words to create a statement that will help me seam my thoughts together about the many events that transpired recently. Nope, this isn't one of those cryptic entries I've done previously and definitely not a kilig-inducing one at that. It's time for me to make some cleaning with the mess certain fans are making, and also to answer a question that some of you readers may be wandering about.
Deduct
Deduction is a method that investigators use to generate and create a hypothesis based from the many evidences gathered, related to a case. And since this is more of making a speculation, it cannot be accepted as hard fact or truth. Please do understand AlDub Nation that many of the things you see online are based on the various information gathered from a variety of sources. Some of them are as clear as the noonday, while others are as blurred as the foggy morning. When we see some tweets that are not backed up by verified info, please, let's not get into the act of making assumptions or speculating what's really happening. Such deeds are actually unsafe for both the ones being talked about, and the ones who are spectators of the said stories.
Most of us here, I know, are talented when it comes to studying body language, reading messages between the lines, detecting facial expressions, and even creating stories. However, let us put those said talents to good use where we can share good vibrations to fellow members. I was actually moved to stand from my seat when I have seen certain individuals of the nation creating a stir against information that were merely based on deduction, personal interpretation, and misjudgment. I call upon readers to please never believe what you see not unless it comes from the source. It's like you're not aware that the food you're eating came from the morgue, just because you think that it's presented pretty authentic. Don't forget to weigh the facts then ask if the things you are reading are correct.
Defense
As many of you have read my previous posts, I am standing firm for both Alden Richards and Richard Faulkerson Jr., and of course, our princess, Maine Mendoza. But these acts of mine are not just based on mere speculation. I am immovable on my conviction of these individuals because of what I have read and understood about them for the last three months of following them online and on other sources that some AlDub fans are sharing. Yes, I am holding onto their words as dogma because I sincerely think they are honest and true people. Though I may not know them personally, I know for a surety that they are who they say they are, and nothing more.
There's a persistent problem that occurs in most fandoms that have pairs or couples. In order to not be disappointed, they would make their senses wider for every hint of information they could find. Whether it's a tweet, a snapchat, a past post, or anything else, they'll give in just so to confirm that everything would be followed as dictated by some of the fans. Please be considerate. Do not be fantards that you are, thinking that you have the power to write their destiny and decide their love story. If Alden and Maine are feeling a bit off in some instances, please, don't feed your mind with clutter from your frustrations and dreams. These two are in the stage of knowing each other better. Maine may not be as open as she is, because these things happening to her are new. It's been a while since she had her last serious relationship. Alden, of course, has Maine as his first "real" relationship for the longest time. Let's understand Alden's eagerness and Maine's pessimism. They are in the journey of togetherness; a clash of two feelings undergoing adaptation and familiarity. And you cannot instantly feel love, especially if you came from a life where everything else is different.
Maine could feel confusion from all these things. Yes, she dreamed of that "Eventually". Yup, she has a bucket list of what a man would do for her. Yes, she's looking forward for a man of chivalry to sweep off her feet. But no! Understand that daydreaming is totally different from facing reality. It's like you love the idea of bungee jumping, but the feeling is totally whack when you're standing on the edge of a bridge, seeing nothing but ground, 20 storeys high from where you are standing. Some fans are thinking that Maine's feelings are fleeting away because of Alden's actions? What? Is it because they are not really close when they're off cam? She's not as smiling when the scene's not rolling? Are we to seriously think that Maine, a young woman who uses her head, would easily deal with emotions that have long been missed in her life? Are you actually making me believe that she's starting to hate Alden or being cold because of commitments he has to meet or because his uniqueness precedes that of some playwrights, dramatists, or hopeless romantics? Slap yourself awake and know reality. Life is not what you think of. In fact, life is the irony of the things we see on TV. So, is their blurring relationship a reality? I don't think so. If there's something I could believe and affirm of such allegations, then asking both Maine and Alden about it would be the most reliable source I could have. But to actually assume things just because of created thoughts in one's head? Nope... It's a really bad dose of negative medicine, and it's not even close to what's really happening.
Despite of the uproar however, there's one who acts behind the scenes to make sure that everything ends up right, despite of his limitations as a human being. That's what I love about Alden. He's trying his best to make Maine's dreams reality, showing her that there's a reason to believe in true love. There's a reason to believe that there really is forever. There is no such thing as "too good to be true" because Alden, as imperfect and as inadequate as he is, is doing his effort to show that he's the real deal. He may sometimes fall short of certain expectations, but consider the fact that he is human, just like the rest of the AlDub Nation. He's not a make-believe character created in your scripts of romance and fantasy. He may be able to make you feel kilig with all the incomprehensible forces involved with their love story. But that does not mean he's God to actually think of what you guys are thinking. He has his own thoughts so let us not judge him for his intentions or actions. We don't know the real story, nor do we know so much about him.
And what about pairing Maine to other men because they're not content with Alden's efforts? How inconsiderate can you people be? Are you really that selfish that you don't consider Alden's feelings and efforts? That's the problem with some of us. Because we're too used to seeing flaws and mistakes of the present, we tend to forget the beauty and wonders of the past. Now that's what I call rude. You can't just take Maine away because of your silly and incontinent fan-servicing. Alden has been so into Maine these 16 weeks and all you can say is that "He's not meeting expectations so we'd rather have Maine to someone else." And worse, some are creating love teams that don't even have a clear foundation of things. It's just been less than two weeks since Tamang Panahon, and there are already issues? That's what Lola Nidora said, remember? She mentioned not to rush love and hurry it. The feelings and the bond will grow strong over time as they establish a deep foundation of friendship. A love that's true can't be fostered with a wonder fertilizer. Maine is a firm believer of that. She knows how a plant, cared for, loved, and treated well, will bloom and flourish, having the qualities of patience, hard work, persistence, and hope. So don't rush it. They will end up together when the time is right for both of them. But the time is not now, but will await for later.
There's also this other thing that I've read that if things would not work out, Maine could be better of on her own. That's just plain sad. I can't even fathom the thought of Maine being alone when it was all about AlDub that made their popularity rise. It was all about Alden? That's the reason why they're thinking that Alden's taking all the credit and Maine is deprived of all the opportunities that come in her way? There's reason to believe that this is totally unfair. To think that some are expecting for Maine and Alden could have the same projects and breaks, when their experience and stay in the industry are years apart? Do you really like the idea of crushing Maine in the early stage of her rising career? Alden would rather take the burden just so to protect her from being deprived of anything she could enjoy at this time. Think of Alden. Do you think he's enjoying the late mornings he arrive at home, beaten, and dead tired, driving on his own from a long shoot? Do you think he likes being photographed in a flight when he's quietly sleeping? Do you think that he loves the thought of missing some of life's precious events just so he could keep his commitments and fit everything in a day? No! He did not like any of that. But he's willing to sacrifice his own for the sake of family, the fans, and the people who look forward to meeting him and seeing him in his shows and events. Now if Maine, being young and frail in this business, would have the same level of demands, then I don't know if she could endure. Her family would be totally worried and things could be different. And Besides, AlDub will never be a hit if it were not for Alden and Yaya Dub.
I am, by the way, in opposition of her presence in Sunday PinaSaya. I would rather think of her health than abuse her just so fans could feel kilig seven days a week. Please let me remind you that Sunday is literally, a day of rest. Let her be. She needs to catch up. She needs sleep more than you think she has so much energy left in her delicate frame. She also needs time for family. It's the charging battery that drives her for the rest of the week. So let her be and give her the time off she deserves.
Defeat
I am actually saddened by the fact that many celebrities are now feeling the impact of the AlDub Nation, and the love team, in a very unfortunate way. Some personalities are taking the fame in a bad light, creating harsh statements and using crude language just to vent out their frustration and disappointment. A show will be closed due to low ratings. Some individuals have been bashed because of poor performance. Others where misunderstood and became victims of an angry fandom. It's the price of fame. Some will rise up and others will fall down. But how I wished that the world would be fair for them. But then, life is unfair and some would have to exert more effort so that they could have an advantage of the limelight they're supposed to cherish.
That's the war in show business. You cannot and you will not be able to please everybody. But things could have been better if all of us could be happy for each other and support each other. That pride would melt away and humility will come into existence in the hearts of each and every individual. Do you think I am happy that some would lose the livelihood they enjoyed for some time? Not at all. But what can be done? Competitors competed when there was no competition to compete with. They pushed too hard and ended up burning from their own flames. It's a sad sight. All I can say is good luck to those whose lives were changed because of the AlDub Nation in a bad way. We're not having ill feelings of hate, anger, and revenge despite of the wrong words said, demeaning statements delivered, or hateful points conveyed. Ours is but enjoyment of what we love. But your fans are filled with spite... Thus the karma that would take the toll of higher people.
Detail
At the end of my write-up, I would encourage you to see the details of what I have written. It may not be to the very point that I have stressed some of my ideas. But I encourage you to pause, think, and act according to what is fair and best for all of us. This entry may have come from a play of words, but know that I am not playing with the feelings of any member of the AlDub Nation. I, for one, am with you in supporting Maine and Alden to the fullest of my abilities, even though I have my own life to live and love. And before I close, there's one question I would like to answer before I drop my guard down.
"Why is your faith for their destiny/forever so unwavering?"
There is one word that will answer this question, which would be my foundation of steadfast faith and hope for their love story. Serendipity!
Funny as it says in Wikipedia that "The New Oxford Dictionary of English defines serendipity as the occurrence and development of events by chance in a satisfactory or beneficial way, understanding the chance as any event that takes place in the absence of any obvious project (randomly or accidentally), which is not relevant to any present need, or in which the cause is unknown.
Innovations presented as examples of serendipity have an important characteristic: they were made by individuals able to "see bridges where others saw holes" and connect events creatively, based on the perception of a significant link."
But there is no such thing as happenstance or chance, or luck. To me, I know that there is a plan, designed and created by Deity, that will happen to our lives, depending on the choices we make. If there are things that happen to us in any way, either good or evil, those are consequences of the use of our freedom to decide. It's just like a piece of a domino, affecting one decision after the other. In the point of one's life when crossroads are faced and they have choices to make, it will lead to an entirely different endpoint.
In short, I believe in their love story because as they said to each other during Tamang Panahon: God gave me you! (Ooh the chills on this last statement)
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