20 Random Facts About Me: Rewriting Them in 2026

In 2018, while I was in Dubai, I wrote down 20 facts about myself. Looking back now, it’s striking how much those truths have changed over the past eight years…

so here I am, rewriting them in 2026: 1. My blogging inspiration is Tricia Gosingtian since high school. I love everything about her and it's like she's the perfect visual of what I wanted to be haha! I even created a blog post of how I am as a fan girl of hers.

2026: Tricia is no longer an active blogger, though she’s still posting on Instagram. She’s now very hands-on as a mom. Since I’m not a mom yet and don’t know when I will be, I can’t really relate to that part of her life anymore. Still, her fashion sense and lifestyle continue to inspire me. At the moment, I don’t have any blogger or artist I actively look up to.

2. I am twenty something trapped in a teenage body. Strangers think I'm still a student. the worse and funny encounter of deceiving someone with my age and look was when I went to the clinic of my previous company to asked for head ache tablets and doctor thought I'm just 12 years old lost in the corporate! (hey I'm wearing corporate uniform!)

2026: I’m now in my thirty‑ish era. I’ve gained some weight and I’m no longer the patpatin version of myself. To people who don’t really know me, I might still look young but my back and knees tell a very different story.

3. I love naming my things. My laptop name is Bless, My DSLR cam is Pray (because I really prayed hard for it) and my Ukulele is JigglyPuff  :)

2026: I’m no longer the type who names everything. But I do have a black‑and‑white dog, and he’s turning five this year. I adopted him which I truly prefer over buying. Strangers often say he looks like a Border Collie, but he isn’t. He is a mixed breed made up of many beautiful dogs. He’s the first one I’ve named in years. His name is Koomi, inspired by a yogurt drink brand with mall kiosks that Erick and I both love.

4. I have the eye and heart for four strings instruments. I've studied playing violin way back high school (so proud haha) then when I bought my own violin, I can't remember anything I've learn from the violin class!!! Second, When I met my soulmate, He taught me to play bass guitar. We planned to make a band together, him as lead and me for the bass. So far, it all remained as good memories. let's keep it that way. Now, I am spending my free time playing ukulele. Self-taught and practice, Playing it actually puts my heart at peace. 

2026: I no longer play instruments. It’s been a long time since I last picked up our acoustic guitar, ukulele, or kalimba. I’m still a music lover, though. These days, what keeps my hands busy is crocheting. Something that lets me create almost anything I want: coasters, outfits, bags, flower bouquets, and more. I’ve been a crocheter since 2024. It’s funny that looking back, I still called someone who broke my heart a soulmate, hahaha what a joke. I convinced myself it was all just “good memories” and tried to keep it that way. My thirty‑something self wants to scold my 25 year old self. You can’t hold on to good memories when they’ve been stained by the same mistakes, repeated over and over. You couldn’t preserve them the way you hoped. What once felt good slowly turned heavy, and that happened because you kept choosing kindness even when it cost you peace. You don’t have to be kind all the time. Keep only the memories and the people that truly deserve a place in your life. Crocheting keeps my hands busy, and choosing who I let in keeps my heart at peace.

5. MILK TEA is lifeu! I can have milk tea everyday I swear! give or treat me and I will love you forever! Wishing coffee is made for me too. 

2026: You never really know how time will change you or which wishes will come true. One thing’s certain now: I can’t get through a day without coffee. Coffee even serves as my medicine when I have a headache.These days, coffee shop hopping has turned into a weekly ritual for Erick and me.

6. I am a fan of Kdrama, a newbie in Kpop world though I already knew a lot of K-groups yet still consider myself a baby when it comes to being a fan girl and fandom. Also, a naturally born for anything Kawaii.

2026: I’m no longer a newbie in Kpop. (Actually, I wouldn’t be a newbie in the first place if my previous relationship had allowed me to listen to K‑pop). I’ve been deep into it for years now, low‑key stanning many groups but being a huge fangirl of EXO since 2018. Chanyeol is my ultimate bias, while the rest of the members are constant bias wreckers. This group honestly saved me during a difficult time in 2019 when I was hospitalized in the UAE. They became my source of comfort and strength. I’m a proud EXO‑L. I’ve already attended several K-pop concerts here in the Philippines, including Blackpink, Twice, Chanyeol’s Cityscape in Manila, and Baekhyun’s Bench fan meet. I’m still crossing my fingers to secure tickets for EXhOrizon in Manila 2026.I still love cute things, but a part of me has definitely grown up. I’m now fully embracing the tita/grandma core too.

7.I decided to get a high jump off in life last year (2017) and worked here at UAE. It is indeed a hard knock life for me but here I am, surviving! I am turning one year in Dubai this month of May! 

2026:  am now back in the Philippines. I was already here before the pandemic happened in 2020. When the lockdowns began, I wasn’t able to return due to various circumstances, but I truly believe it was a redirection. Had I stayed there, I’m not sure if I would have survived emotionally, especially after losing two of my biggest pillars in the desert, my best friend Anna and my father, who both went to heaven in consecutive years.

Being back home feels like the safest place for me, especially for my sanity. Life is so uncertain; one moment we’re here, and the next we’re gone. I want to spend my time with the people I love while I can. I know I’m back here for a reason.

8. I always remind my friends to drink water but I, myself  can't even drink 8 glasses of water a day hahahaha. Can someone remind me too?

2026: I’m still doing my best to stay hydrated every day, though my caffeine intake often ends up being higher than my water intake. Lately, however, I’ve become more mindful of my health and body, as I want to be more active and live a healthier lifestyle.

9.My dream countries to visit: Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Cambodia, a long list of Asian Countries and Italy.

2026: Still the list of my dream countries to visit, but honestly, there are so many beautiful places to explore right here in my own country. Over the past few years, I’ve been able to travel to Boracay, Bohol, and Leyte, particularly Limasawa Island, for the first time. These experiences made my love for traveling grow even stronger, especially when I travel with Erick. He’s truly my go‑to buddy for anything, and if the opportunity to travel abroad comes, I know I’d want to experience it with him.

10. Currently crushing maikyhan fashion style and the hair is goal!  though don't have the guts yet to cut my hair that short!

2026: I don’t have a girl crush right now (when it comes to fashion, lifestyle and hair goal), but over the past few years, I made a big change for myself, I cut my hair short and never grew it long again like I did back in 2018. I’ve also embraced my natural curly/wavy hair for over a year now. It’s been a huge act of self‑love, as I’ve been slowly learning to appreciate what I have and fully embrace who I am.

11. A Tita of three munchkins. Full heart second mom to Travis, jaja and Veshie.

2026: I am now a proud tita of four! Travis is already in senior high, Jaja just turned 12, Vesper is our energetic and crazy little girl, and the newest addition to the family is Oscar Levi, who is now two years old. He was born just five days before my father passed away, making his presence even more meaningful to our family.

12. If I will be given a chance to become a Disney Princess, I will definitely accept the opportunity! If I'm not a corporate slave, I'm performing at Disney Land for sure. That kind of dream, Lol.

2026: Right now, I’m genuinely loving my “pink job.” Life lately has taught me to be more grateful for the little things and to appreciate what I already have including my job which I prayed for. But when it comes to dreams, of course I still want to become a Disneyland performer. It may sound a little crazy, but it’s possible. More than anything, I want to go to Disneyland for the little me, to fulfill that dream and make her happy.

13. In a serious side, I wanted to become a Stylist, Fashion Designer or Visual Merchandiser. I am not able to pursue or try at least my degree which is Advertising and Public Relations. I don't know, what happened to me really? maybe I'm afraid of the field expectations? I already experienced working on a fashion industry and I know by heart that I found myself there. I am also a business woman in progress so if destiny won't allow me to reach those dreams, I will become the boss of my own clothing shop. Paweer mamsh!

2026: I think the regret of not trying to become a fashion designer, stylist, or visual merchandiser will always have a place in my heart. However, over the years, I’ve done my best to keep clothing and creativity as part of my life. During the pandemic, I started an online ukay business, and now I’ve begun incorporating crochet into making clothes as well. In many ways, life has taught me to appreciate what I have and to create opportunities for myself along the way.

14. I am grateful to God for giving me true friends! I have a lot of social media friends but in reality, I kept only few. I have this treasured college friends who turned out to be my sisters from different mothers! We named it HOOHOO. They keep in touched with me and supportive as always even I'm long distance relationship with them. They are the sweetest! I have childhood friends called BEBS though I don't have consistent contacts with them, I assure you that these people will fight for me til the end especially when I'm totally wrecked down. lastly my LG or called Life Group Besties. My new found friends in God's family, My faith support system in the desert life and sisters in Dubai adventure . I could not ask for more, I'm beyond blessed.

2026: I will always be grateful to God for blessing me with genuine friends. Some have already gone but will forever remain in my heart, while others have drifted away and I’ve learned not to make a fuss about it. There are things in life we simply need to accept, including the fact that as we grow up, we sometimes grow apart. Some have stayed, and for that, I am deeply grateful. I may not have a big circle, but I truly love and appreciate the people I have in my life right now.

15. My favorite authors are: Mitch Albom, Sophie Kinsella, Rupi Kaur and Joshua Harris.

2026: I’m not quite sure why I ended up including writers like Rupi Kaur and Joshua Harris, but I’ve remained a fan of Mitch Albom and Sophie Kinsella through the years. I haven’t been much of a reader lately, but when my niece stayed with us for vacation, she gently pulled me back into the world of books and reading again. It made me really happy to see that at her age, she’s not the usual stereotype of her generation. Instead, she reminds me of Belle from Beauty and the Beast, modest, thoughtful, and a true bookworm.

16. I have No Sports. My PE teacher during high school scolded me for not being able to serve the volleyball. I tried my very best but it just fell down on my feet and roll down towards my teacher. hahaha! I also fake side breathing during our swimming class in college, I passed anyway lol. I think I really belong to music and arts... but only me knows. 

2026: And if you’re expecting me to have a sport by now, I still don’t. I’ve never really been sporty. My daily goal, though, is to hit 10,000 steps for the sake of staying healthy, if that already counts as a sport (lol). If given the chance, I’d love to try diving.

17.  I don't believe that I am remarkable in anything. I don't think I'm good in writing but I write anyway. I am an awkward person. I'm shy and sometimes loud. I'm Ambivert I guess. I prefer to be average since birth and I don't think it's a good idea. Maybe I excel in some things but don't want the world to figure it out. Yes, this point is awkward as it is. 

2026: I may still not feel remarkable, but I’m learning to love myself more each day. And when that love becomes whole, I believe I will be remarkable in my own way. I still don’t enjoy the spotlight, but I do want to grow more confident and be proud of the woman I am becoming.

18. I love Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Thai and Filipino cuisines. In Short Asian dishes is heart.

2026: Erick is a foodie, and I guess that makes me one too. I still love Asian cuisines, but we’ll definitely add the steak my man cooks and especially when it’s from a nakakaangat‑angat restaurant. You’d probably love my Korean dishes as well. When I want something light and cleansing, I go for pho. If I’m craving something rich and flavorful, it’s ramen. For layers of different flavors, laksa is my go‑to, and for those late‑night food trips, nothing beats pares. I’ve definitely become a soup lover, but at the end of the day, nothing compares to home‑cooked meals made at home by the people I love.

19. I''m very fond of Ukay-Ukay and Thrift Shops. 

2026: Still fond of thrift shopping, but now I’m also investing in myself with branded pieces that actually last.

20.  I am a believer of Jesus lover of my soul. ♥

2026: I am still a believer, and that will never change—it was planted in my heart long ago. What has changed is how active I am in church and how strictly I live life by the book. I believe God is teaching me in a different way now. The universe is vast, and I am just a tiny speck in it, yet there are so many ways to praise and honor Him. I’ve met people who live very “biblical” lives but struggle to treat others with kindness. Some are even manipulative or gaslighting, and I don’t believe that kind of behavior pleases God. In a way, I’ve grown weary of those who constantly post about their faith but don’t live it authentically. I believe that if I truly love God, people will see it in how I live. I’d rather be a living testimony than constantly preaching a faith that’s only followed by the book.

A lot has changed in me over the past eight years, and I’m genuinely loving who I am right now. I’m learning to be grateful every day, even for the little things. I’m no longer chasing success the way I did in my twenties, constantly feeling disappointed with my life and myself.

Now, I simply enjoy what I have. I’m grateful for what I’m receiving and hopeful for what’s still to come. I’m in a season of contentment and actively protecting my peace.

Eight years ago, I was in a very dark place, struggling deeply and trying to end my life. And yet, here I am embracing life and enjoying it one day at a time. Life is still good.

I hope that if you ever look back at your own story or random facts about yourself, you’ll one day get the chance to rewrite them too, into something better, lighter, and happier because you genuinely deserve that kind of peace.