Is
it freak coincidence that every major #REDx gathering happens a day after a
major event that I have to attend to? Last Christmas, #REDx happened the day
after my best friend’s wedding. Now, #REDxSummer happened a day after my graduation.
Freak coincidence or not, I still decided to join the summer getaway but now with
a partner, @MoymoyOfficial. Oh yeah.
People
who attended #REDxSummer probably witnessed how tired I was. From Laguna, we
travelled to QC around 8 PM. We stayed at Dad @dvocateHIV’s home but I wasn’t
able to sleep which made me even more tired. I wasn’t late this time, but I was
really exhausted that I had to sleep during the bus ride, even though people
are playing games. Sorry District 2.
Before
the said event, the organizers announced the additional members to the
Districts. After several confusing updates, @Kaskade08, @Pozandliving,
@RheynJhay, @JPositiveLife, and Niño were added to our rowdy bunch. We chatted
and prepared for the event, even arguing about our district’s mantra and
putting paint on our faces for added emphasis on our cheer, which was
ultimately futile since new tribes were created when we arrived at the island.
Gaaarsh. That was really frustrating. I just hope that during the next #REDx
event, the organizers will group us according to the original Districts,
because that will only show who’s the best District in #REDx. I bet you ten to
one, it’s District 2!
I
won’t write about all the games we played that day. All I can say that it was exhausting!
However, as tiring as it was, it was really fun to play with my new tribemates,
Blue Tribe. I wasn’t able to remember all of my new tribemate’s names, but it
was fun working with you guys. Apir. One game that I can’t forget was when we
were asked to soak our clothes in seawater, put it in a 1.5 bottle, and the
person who’s able to fill it to its mouth will pour it on his body.
Unfortunately, it was my turn when our bottle was full, so I had to do a scene
while “showering”. While we were playing, I noticed that the bottle’s content
turned a weird blue shade, which didn’t happen with the other bottles. Turns
out it was previously filled with gasoline, I guess.
Another
one that’s worth blogging was the “human centipede” game, or whatever it was
called - it was the game from hell.
People
started yelling “Amoy gas!”, and I realized it was me. Great. I had to stop
playing and take a loooong bath to get rid of the smell. So much for the “Late
Kid” during #REDx, I was now “Ang Batang Naligo Sa Gas.”
The
meal was sumptuous and I ate like there’s no tomorrow. Can’t really blame me
because the activities were tiring plus we were technically being burnt by the
scorching sand. Good thing I didn’t get too sunburnt. I really liked our
merienda, Turon with Buko Salad and Cherry on Top. It was delicious, and what
made it more fun was when we goofed around with the turon’s “twists”.
Lumpiang
Gulay, Lumpiang Shanghai, Lumpiang Togue, Cheese Stick with Buko Salad and
Cherry on Top. Turon with Cream Dory or Carbonara and Cherry on Top. The list
and twists were neverending.
@Pozandliving
and his hubby @sadface_21 helped us build our tent. We even joked that we’re
neighbors and @sadface_21 was my “Kumare”. That was fun.
My
partner, @MoymoyOfficial, was chosen to be their tribe’s contender for Miss
REDx Bikini Open, and I didn’t really expect that he’d do it. I bursted out
laughing when he started with that famous line from The Legal Wife, “Nicole,
akin lang ang asawa ko!” I know that Moymoy is an avid fan of Angel Locsin, so
it was a no-brainer that she’ll be his “peg.” Oh well, I’m still a proud
boyfriend. I hope I can do that too once #LittleMissREDx happens. LOL
After
the bikini open, we gathered around the bonfire. Bodyshots happened. Some of
the attendees lit up paper lanterns, while the rest of us got a tealight candle
in a cup, and let it float on the sea. @jonstaycool said that it symbolized
things that we would like to let go of. Indeed, as I watched the candles slowly
sailing into the vast sea, it felt like I should let go of my worries and
apprehensions in life. And just enjoy every bit of it.
@Kaskade08
did an awesome fire dance while the event’s theme, “Free” was playing. I
watched as the flames twirled and glowed in the dark. It was a majestic sight,
and I was mesmerized.
We
were able to have some well-deserved R&R after all the activities, but I
was just TOO tired to function, so I went to sleep after finishing a bottle of
Red Horse. I just wish the fan that my hubby brought didn’t get lost. The
weather was humid, and I wasn’t able to sleep well.
I
know that kidWolf and BV’s “Free” was blasting ever since I went inside the bus
up until we went home, for it was the theme song for #REDxSummer (which I suggested),
but it felt like Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros “Home” would be fit
better for this blog post. Wanna know why?
I
have been through a lot of personal issues and struggles, more than a PLHIV,
but as a person. Despite all of these, I still anticipated for the #REDxSummer
event because I know that it is a good way to unwind, meet new as well as old
friends in our showbiz circle. The #REDx Christmas event reminded me that I am
not and will never be alone in this battle with HIV - I have brothers. Through
#REDxSummer, I realized another thing.
Be
it a resort during the Christmas or an island during the summer, I know that
with #REDx, I have another family waiting for me – the “Late Kid” and now, “Ang
Batang Naligo ng Gas”. It felt like I have a home whenever I’m with you guys.
With
#REDx, I am home.
P.S.
You might wanna listen to Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros' "Home". Here it is. Enjoy!
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