Paeng & Bianca

My roomie since birth!

Carlo was the president 4 out of 6 times we were classmates. That speaks volumes about the kind of person he is. He was one of the best golfers in our batch, representing his multiple alma matters multiple times. In Dulaang Sibol, he has acted, sang, & played the guitar & flute on stage. He loves to talk about cars, knowledgeable with real estate, & passionate about basketball & cooking. He is also a doctor & a certified PT (masahista). Most importantly, he is a loving husband to Nina & father to Max.
Carlo and I have been there for each other in our most vulnerable of times. In those moments, we made big pivots that forever altered our lives.

An investment banker by profession, Marts manages to balance a demanding job with whatever life has to offer: Yoga, Ultimate, Bassist, Outdoor enthusiast - mountains, beach, & diving. He also has a taste for the finer things in life: Art, suits, shoes, and watches. However, the most important things for him are probably family/friends, Hannah, and cheesecake (listed in no particular order).
I've known him since HS but got really close because of our adventures in and out of the country. What I learned from him is dedication and focus. Once he has set his eyes on a goal, he will deliver it. No wonder he is such a well-rounded person!

A radio DJ turned banker turned salesman turned lawyer, JJ seems to have a no fear attitude to living life to the fullest. He can turn witty names into great businesses. He is in good shape but apart from going to the gym, he has taken the time to learn Wakeboarding. He loves discovering new boardgames to play. He is very adventurous with food. I guess if there's one thing he is scared of, it's for the world to run out of Lava Cakes.
What I've learned about Jj over the years though is it was really never about having no fear. He just has an immense capacity for courage to do what's right, to take those leaps of faith. No wonder he jumped from being green to blue hehe.

Mr. "Born with a perfect mustache", Sammy seems to have it all. He was our HS batch rep., one of the top of the batch, & graduated college with Latin Honors. Yet, he still finds time for his passions: playing the piano, listening to music, basketball, food, & baking. He is also an avid art collector and certified sneaker head. Definitely has the makings of the next Mr. Suave.
From sleepovers to basketball to board games to being business partners, what I admire the most about Sammy is his desire in bringing people together. At the same time, people do find themselves gravitating towards him as well. No wonder he's always the leader in all sorts of scenarios.

Fun Fact: He doesn't know how to drive but he can take you to places. BOOM.
Luigi is very talented. He is amazing in Math; one of the best (I concede). Very evident as the company he worked for made a new department for him to head . He is also gifted in music; taught himself how to play piano & guitar (damn good in it too). He is part of the multi-awarded choir, Aleron. He also was our Dulaang Sibol spokee (president).
What amazes me the most about him is he has the biggest and kindest heart. He always tries to do the best and right thing. He is currently on a mission to better the lives of Filipinos through improving the financial services of the country.

Played against each other back in GS, Ateneo vs South Ridge. Triple OT!
Currently taking his Kellog MBA focusing on luxury retail, Peps is on his way to becoming the next Ralph Lauren! Ironic how he was initially teased in HS for his fashion sense. More than that, he is immensely talented: plays the piano & guitar, acts & sings very well.
He was my closest friend in HS. We've had a lot of shenanigans from Sibol to St. Paul to AC. It never really stopped; we've travelled to Thailand & experienced the Full Moon Party!
One of the few people who can talk some sense to me. He ignited my love for the spontaneous, to love & have energy for life, to laugh & have a good time.

One of my closest friends from P&G. He is a dreamer & is relentless in turning his dreams into reality. Since taking the leap of faith, he has opened multiple businesses with some on the way to becoming popular brands. He's not afraid to experiment, always hungry to learn new things, & charismatic, a natural salesman. Perfect set of traits for an entrepreneur.
We've had a lot of fun times together but more importantly, we were there for each other during the lowest points of our lives. We checked up on each other almost everyday to make sure we're okay. In the process, we definitely helped one another climb out and survive. We are definitely in much better places now!

Van is on the way to becoming one of the few Filipino neurosurgeons. Despite taking on one of the hardest specializations, he still finds time to hone his skills on the guitar. He was one of the better guitarists in our batch. He is also very active in organizations, helping fellow doctors do well in their own practice & studies. He is a dedicated family man to Tina & Anya.
I have known Van a long time. I was right beside him during his first heart break, reading a hand written break-up letter; just two HS boys making sense of the complications of young love.
Van has always been driven by emotions but that's because in everything he does he goes all heart, all in.

Fun Fact: When Karla & I broke up, he was with me when I bought 108 roses to win Karla back.
Rami has succeeded in attaining his dream of becoming a lawyer. Apart from that, he is an accomplished debater, having represented Ateneo in international competitions. He is very dedicated to his family, choosing to come home to Cebu to take care of them. He is straightforward and an out of the box thinker. That's why I love conversing and sharing stories with Rami.
He has taken care of me quite literally for a few times. When I was assigned in Cebu, his family took me in and I stayed in their house. I do consider them as family and of course, Rami as a brother.

She used to steal all my toys. She stole all the attention. But she stole my love.

I sing better. She dances better. I'm better in math. She's better in science.

From frenemies to I have no choice you're my sister to you're only one of the few who I will love unconditionally.