Simbang Gabi – Page 2 – The Diary of The Deranged Writer

30-Minute Warning XIII

Surprise! I’m blogging on a Sunday at 1am!

I just drank 3 Jack and Cokes that I mixed myself. And before that, I bought 4 cans of Jack and Coke and 1.5L of Coke Zero at the nearest 7-Eleven. I’m running out of Jack Daniel’s whiskey, so I must buy another bottle before 2023 ends.

You’re wondering, “The Deranged Writer surely drinks a lot of Jack and Coke.” Yes, I am. But in my defense, I only drink during weekends unless I’m in a gig or a social event during weekdays (which rarely happens; the social events I go to usually happen during weekends or late Thursdays). I know that eventually I will lessen my drinking as I get older, but right now I’m enjoying being buzzed after drinking my favorite alcoholic drink. I’m 33, for crying out loud.

Last night, I did something I had never done before: take a bath while being tipsy or drunk. I don’t even know if I did my entire routine step by step, but I’m sure I feel refreshed right now. A few cans of Jack and Coke and a cold bath = perfect combination.

This morning, I need to run errands at the mall. I’m sure there will be more people at the mall because of the Christmas rush, so I need to go to the mall as early as possible and accomplish what I need to accomplish. After that, I will go to my favorite spot Satchmi, have my affogato, and write in my journal there, and then I will attend Night 3 of the anticipated Simbang Gabi.

What else? Oh! I’m listening to Sheryl Crow’s “If It Makes You Happy” on repeat. It still screams what I’m feeling right now.

And time’s up.

10-Minute Warning XCV

OK. What can I write here under 10 minutes?

Well, tonight I went to Night 1 of Simbang Gabi. For those who don’t know what Simbang Gabi is, it’s a series of Holy Masses in preparation for Christmas. It is a 9-day period, and the official start of it is on December 16. This year though, I’m going to attend the anticipated Simbang Gabi, so tonight, December 15, is my Night 1. And like the past few years, I’m going to attend all 9 Masses.

I’m so sure my friends will be surprised when they find out that I go to Mass.

As I’m typing this on mobile, I’m also gulping my 2nd ice-cold Jack and Coke of the night while I’m watching White Collar with my Father. The weekend has begun!

Damn. I’m so buzzed right now. Am I even writing properly?

10-Minute Warning XCIV

I had a productive day today. Notably, I finished all the billings for November 2023. I just need to print those billings out and photocopy some reports tomorrow.

After that, I walked and jogged around Three Trees from 8 to 9pm. It has been almost 2 weeks since the last time I was at a jogging path. After walking and jogging for an hour, I met with my Younger Brother and we walked some more while we talked about our favorite food and drinks.

What else? Oh! Simbang Gabi starts this weekend, and I’m planning to attend the anticipated Masses instead of going to the actual Masses at 2am. Wish me luck!