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Office Madness Exclusive and Explosive

I am so angry and furious. Before leaving the office, my boss showed me an e-mail. A team supervisor told our boss that I have not submitted the report for 3 weeks in a row. The e-mail sounded as if I’m the one to blame for the delays in coaching. The moment I read the e-mail, I felt that I have to defend myself. I swear the sound of my hands typing and banging the key board can be heard from two blocks away.

I oppose to the idea that I’m getting very laid back when it comes to work and I condemn the notion that I’m not doing anything. First of all, the statement or accusation is untrue. Not submitting the report three weeks in a row?? Maybe you were just too tired to lift your finger to open the folders where the reports are saved. I despise the idea that I’m getting blamed for some other bitche’s job not getting done on time.

I have checked the coaching sessions you did and the last one is November. Aren’t you supposed to coach everyone in the team on a weekly basis? I recognized there had been delays in the report but to point fingers why your job is not done, is not my business anymore.

I apologize if I acted on my emotions but more than this, I apologize for being nice. You just brought out the best in me ---- to be your enemy. You better hold on tight and do not wink. I work as dirty as this job can ever be. You put up the fire…now its going to burn you alive. It’s not a threat…..consider it done.

Me and the Dreamgirls

The Dreamgirls Experience

The moment I got the news that there will be a departmental competition, I already thought of a Broadway concept. The list I made for the production includes scouting for dancers and talents, costumes, props, make up and the venue for the rehearsal. Planning in advance and getting things done ahead of time paid off.

The transformation is not easy. Thanks to Nay Jun for allowing Ate Bagets to work with us and do our make up and costume (including our kadera which is really a nice trick). This is the very first time that I will impersonate. To Josh and James, I know that this is a dream come true….. And yes, we’re doing it in front of a massive crowd.

Thank Yous……..

I would like to thank everyone for the outstanding effort you put in to come up with a great performance. Being there every rehearsal only proved that you guys are more than just part of the QA department. Your dedication and spirit of teamwork is incomparable.

To the Moulin Rouge dancers, you guys are great and have cooperated very well from day 1 to the last. The outfit was so fab. It was really fun to work with you guys.

To the Dreamgirls, it has been a dream come true. Such a great experience to treasure.

I would like to thank Didi of Qwest Revenue and Marcus of Qwest Int’l for their willingness to help us with the props. Our performance would not be phenomenal without the props.

I would also like to extend my gratitude to Edith and Aneil for coordinating the lights and sounds perfectly. Thank you so much.

To the people from QA Revenue and Int'l who donated funds, thank you so much. Our production will not be a hit without your help.

To everyone who watched and supported us, thank you very much. We appreciate your overwhelming support.

To those I have not mentioned, many thanks. What a nice way to end the year.

If I Were a Girl

Two days before the company Christmas party, I filed for a leave to do some last minute shopping for our props and things needed to complete my costume. Our team’s concept is Broadway inspired and we are to perform Lady Marmalade from The Moulin Rouge and the Dreamgirls. The performance was quite polished and so off I went to the mall to buy things I need. Yes, I am one of the Dreamgirls.

Two days ago, during rehearsals, the pair of high-heeled shoes I’m using gave up. So I need to buy another pair. Aside from this, I also need to grab a bra and a couple of stockings. (Thanks to my boyfriend who is very supportive…I was able to convince him to buy these stuffs.)

At the ladies shoe section, I noticed the salesladies and their counterpart glancing at us. Of course I already expected we would catch some attention. This is the first time I would buy a pair of silver high-heeled shoes for myself. If I could just ran away with the perfect size without fitting them…yet, I have to fit them and walk to make sure I’m comfortable with the pair I’m buying.

There are three points I have in mind when I finally decided to buy them. First, I thought that people nowadays are getting accustomed to guys buying girl stuffs lessening gender bias and discrimination. Second, I have the money to buy and it’s still a sale for them so they don’t care anyway. Third, it’s hard to find a perfect stiletto for a man’s foot!! J

At the ladies undergarment section…..

Mission: to buy a strapless bra and a pair of stockings.

I was amazed at the sales attendant who assisted me. She got a perfect skin tone bra and whala!!! She made me try it on! I asked her if there is a bigger cup but she said the pair she suggested has only one cup size but different chest width measurement. I ended up buying a 34 C.

The things I did to be a dreamgirl…..not so bad to do some girl stuffs for the first time. J

You + Me = Love

I remember the first time we met. You are this guy full of adrenalin busy attending to everyone. You were with a date then. It’s probably why I never bothered to talk to you or get near you. We were strangers then....

We started talking and we’ve had our time joking around. Even corny ones made me smile. Since then, everyday, I look forward to your messages and the right time came…I asked you out for a date. You wore the smile that I had as well. It’s one of the best dates I had, relaxing and knowing bits and pieces of you.

There were times when I can feel you don’t want to get attached and kept your distance. Nonetheless, I told myself I’ll win your heart someday.

This was our story looking back. That someday is today. I won your heart and you won mine as well. Love came unexpectedly. I’m glad I never gave up looking for it and never forget to keep an open door. You have found the key to it and I have been found.

I Hate My Boss and I Like It

I have always been a fan of spontaneous speaking and talking to a cluster of crowd especially when it comes to teaching how tos…..It’s been more than a year and it is such a fulfilling and comforting feeling to look at the people you’ve trained and see how they’ve grown. I pride myself when I see the confidence that I imparted to my peers. It’s good to see people with light bulbs in their head and telling myself, “ I was part of that light.”

3:00 AM…..two hours past my shift…e-mail received……My name is Jim…Jim Brown…..

Got an e-mail from my Canadian boss asking me to train American Supervisors. It was not quite long ago when I trained a French guy. I was always enthusiastic about training but I felt like I was a vendo machine where you insert a coin and pour coffee automatically. Deadline: Thursday….Today is Wednesday….talk about being spontaneous.

I guess my boss doesn’t realize that preparation is needed when you train someone. But then again, at least I can think that my boss has confidence in me to do things instantly and carry out work in a stride.

After almost 8 hours of talking, I managed to write…ahhh the comfort of release. Pakshet ang sakit ng lalamunan ko!!!!!!