One More Glimpse: 2015

Almost one more hour until the last chapter of 2015 ends. I could not ask for anything more. I have experienced wonderful things and places with the most amazing people whom I love, it couldn't get anything better than that. Looking back at this year I could say that there are a lot of things to be thankful for. I learned new lessons that I am willingy able to apply to my life, encountered great people whose wisdoms are worth remembering, and of course the blessings I got despite the mistakes that I've done.

Starting with January, I was able to watch one of the world renowned bands of the year, the 1975, with my sister.

I was also able to go to my very first carshow "The world of super cars" and as expected, it was just like I imagined.

This was the very first time I set my eyes up close on a Lamborghini. I loved cars as much as I loved bands.

This leads us to the next event I've experienced, the KA.BA.RA.TO. 8CCENTRIC. This was an annual college event organized by several college organizations in DLSU-D. This year their line-up was awesome, so I decided to go with the squad of course.

This was my favorite shot. I took this during Chicosci's set and luckily we were on the front row. It was crazy, and a lot of OPM bands were present during the event, even DJs were there to perform.

Another carshow followed the line-up of this crazy year: The Manila International Auto Show. This event has been around for a couple of years and is well known to car lovers. A lot of people came to this event, of all sizes and ages.

Ford Mustang has always been my dream car and their latest model made me fall head over heels for it. Coming to that event was like hitting a gold mine.

As the middle of the year approches, I thought it was appropriate that it was time for a less stressful event. One where we could just chill and hangout and watch movies with friends. Luckily, there's Nuvali's Night Sky Cinema.

As summer ends and school starts, I think it's just fair that we also recall the trips I took to Zambales and Vigan. Both were just as breathtaking but Zambales will always have a special place in my heart.

This was also the year I turned 18. Basically I've been busy with academics during that time and I didn't want to plan any party to celebrate. Fortunately I'm surrounded and loved by my family and friends who planned a surprise party to make the day memorable.

I loved this shot because the cake was modeled after the Ford Mustang, and it coincidentally matches my dress.

Another band that I was most ecstatic to see was All Time Low. Since highschool, I've been listening to them non stop and it was nice to see their music and style evolve.

I also spent the concert with my highschool friends which was really memorable. We don't get to see each other as often as before and this was an awesome way to catch up with them.

Now, the raves are pouring down like rain. During 'ber' months rave events on different venues have been popping up everywhere. And Hydromanila was our best choice. Bands, DJs, artists, and rain! It couldn't get any better! We literally partied til the break of dawn.

And since we're talking about wet and wild raves, another college event, Splash n' Clash, just hits the spot. It was not as big as Hydro but it was still a great stress reliever considering the fact that it was almost finals week and we college students got the well-deserved break.

November was the month for emotional roller coasters for me. The stress with finals almost made me have a mental breakdown but luckily my relationship was there to save me. My boyfriend and I celebrated our first anniversary together and although it was a simple rooadtrip to Tagaytay, it was perfect.

Another one of the most recent raves is the Redvolution. Now this event is a little bit different. All the drinks and partying was there, except that it was for a cause. In order to raise HIV awareness among teens, the event was held and the participants get to make a giant red ribbon. It was supposed to break a world record.

This was also the event where it was my first time seeing my favorite band, Silent Sanctuary up close and live. They sound way better when they're onstage.

And finally, my 2015 wouldn't be complete without me and my bestfriend watching our favorite basketball team. Although the game didn't end too well, at least I had the chance to witness again the undying "Never Say Die" spirit, which was my mantra throughout this year.

Let's not forget to look back at all the sites we've seen this year: National Museum, Sky Ranch, Splash Island, Enchanted Kingdom and Venice Piazza. And also the new restaurants that we newly encountered: Coldstone Creamery, Vanilla Cupcake Bakery, Mily Moustache, Java Jazz Coffee Shop and Balinsasayaw Restaurant.

(You can check out photos here: http://arenztelle.wix.com/eleutheromania#!t-r-a-v-e-l-o-g-u-e-/bjac4)

The experiences were worth keeping and writing about, but the people I've got the chance to spend it with puts the cherry on top of an amazing year. Cheers to lessons learned and doors opened. Here's to 2015. I couldn't be more grateful for this. Bring it on 2016!

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