BYJ In Japan.... the story unfolds

From JOB official notice
Title: On Bae Yongjoon visit to Japan
From administrator
2005/08/30/0:57:00

"However, IMX received protesting opinions from some families, saying ¡°Believing your announcement, I refrained from going to the airport. But in practice Bae Yongjoon ssi appeared and some people could see him. That¡¯s unfair.¡± ¡° I find it a bit difficult to accept his comment at the arrival, ¡®I appreciate your warm welcoming me ¡® in your official announcement at his arrival. ¡°

We, IMX, judged the situation like this: By releasing information on his entry route and the place to be stayed, a large number of people would gather to the public places, resulting in some confusion or trouble to the general or other visitors. In the worst case, it could be possible to bring about the similar accident of the last visit. If such things should happen, we would be made of leave the hotel he is staying, or, and, would give up the promotional activities of the film ¡°April Snow¡± officially scheduled, only to go back home. Furthermore, I anticipated the very worst situation that without getting any cooperations of the authorities concerned, Bae Yongjoon would never be able to enter Japan in the future. So, though our dealing with the situation might not be a perfect one, I think it was all the possible choice.

As long as it is far impossible to have all of you meet Bae Yongjoon in person, but in order to meet your requests as much as possible, we have made efforts and preparations to convey the newest situation of Bae Yongjoon through events or media."

From JOB Official Notice
Administrator
2005/08/30 3:56:00
"In spite of having released none of the place and period of his stay in Japan, a number of people were waiting at the hotel he is staying. Since their occupancy of the hotel lobby caused some trouble for other visitors in the hotel, claims came successively to the hotel yesterday.

If a situation like this continues today as well, a possibility that Bae Yongjoon is made to leave the place he is staying now becomes high. In that case, we cannot help but cancel the predetermined schedules, such as events and coverage of the press, and it would become impossible to avoid the worst situation of his early homecoming.
Not to mention you, his families, Bae Yongjoon himself wishes to avoid falling into such a situation."

A writing from BYJ himself beginning with 'Dear Japanese family',
was just posted on
[Public Notice]@ 14:15.

How are you. This i Bae Yongjoon.

"Having waited counting fingers for the day I meet with you again, I think real joyous as I was able to enter the country without incident yesterday.

For visit to Japan in this time, although we have given you words of request on several occasions through public notices on Japanes Official site from our worry about your safety which could happen from gathering many people in the airport or hotel, as it ended up appearance of many people to the airport or hotel in reality so that it seems to have become a situation which might affect place for me or my staff to stay or our schedule itself.

As I have told you from the beginning of this writing, I have been waiting for this day for a long period of time, and I thought that our family would have done the same. As I was barely able to obtain a chance to meet you again, how regrettable would it be if it is either changed or cancelled due to problem of security.

In one hour from now, my schedule is planned to begin. Tomorrow, if I can meet you personally, I will put effort with all my might with fluttering heart."

The day is not yet over so I'm still keeping my fingers crossed that our Japanese family will understand the situation and adapt accordingly. BYJ is thankful for all their support for the past year so we wants to give back by coming for a visit from time to time but if his security and that of his fans will be at stake then he may reconsider any other plans in the future. Wouldn't that sadden everyone? I know how much we long for him, heck I never even saw the guy in person but if he wants us - his fans to be more considerate then let's do it!

1st Anniversary of BAEwatch, Philippines

August 28 is a red letter day in my calendar since it’s the day when I get to meet and mingle with my baesisters as we celebrate the 1st anniversary of BAEwatch, Philippines and the birthday of Bae Yong Joon, the man behind the group.

Food was overflowing as everyone contributed to the feast. There was chap chae, grilled pork and fish, chop suey and vegetable salad, pork hainanese and squid. Plus an overflowing dessert table filled with various sweet rice cakes, brownies and not to forget cakes with BYJ’s face on it. After the usual exchange of hugs and kisses and a few stories in between, we previewed the BAEwatch Video Greeting. It’s our birthday present for BYJ on his birthday with our baesisters’ inspired singing that served as a background. Games followed with our sisters serious in winning because of the beautiful prices at stake. Then came the auction where pockets were emptied just to get the much coveted BYJ items to add to our personal collection.

Our celebration will not be complete if I will not thank the following people. Rita for hosting the event, Belinda for supervising the video shoot and editing, all the baesisters who brought along the food, Northstar and our Japanese sisters mariko, tomato99, choko, mimi, ruru, sonata40, 1224bymuu, tosi0704, Myonne, pupurin0829, yuyon, isamu24, Iioksa san, Takahashi san and Kobayashi san for providing the much coveted prizes and souvenirs. Frances for the pictures we used in our music vid and liezle for the support and prayers. Our friends from BYJ Quilt, BYJ OB and Joons Family for supporting us when we first started our group – Joanne, Hyeon, Helen, bb, tiffany, masayo, kait, yongsun, coco, CJ and all others that I may have failed to remember as of this time – Komapsumnida from the bottom of my heart.

Happy Birthday Yong Joon ssi

Happy Birthday Bae Yong Joon!!!

May you be blessed with good health so that you can continue doing what you do best, making good movies and dramas.

I Feel For You

Today we have a deluge of interviews that BYJ made as part of the April Snow promo but what struck me most are

"Although he is a Hanryu star surrounded by devoted fans in almost all areas of Asia,he is much like a bird in a cage,with no freedom and no private space and time and life.He patted his own chest and said,If things aren't so bad, why would I be taking *Niuhuang Qinxin Wan? Not too long ago, I was just running with abandon along the Han River for an hour. Although at that time I felt as though my lungs were popping out,it was liberating, exhilarating.He further shared, ¡°People like us can only vent our emotions in studios or sets."

"I also want to make my own family, an make a happy living. Thinking this way is inevitable, because when I return home from busy work, and find myself alone, I feel very lonely. The loneliness is getting deeper as time passes by. The feeling is different from what I felt in my twenties. Those kind of loneliness doesn't resolve even I meet my friends.

I have limited chance to meet people. My life is like that. I've heard that a foreign paparazzi followed me for two months, in vain. I go to the gym, go home, and to to the office.... my schedule is plain. That's why people that I can meet are limited. Furthermore, I'm not good at attending parties and getting around.One thing, after I return home and take a shower, I visit my official homepage. I am encouraged by visiting there. The postings that my fans leave there give me energy like vitamine. I make my way out, but there is some part that my family influences me."

Here is a man whose mere presence has brought joy in our life, his sincere smile is enough to make all our pains evaporate in thin air. Yong Joon, your plight reminds me of the lyrics of the christiansong A Warrior Is A Child"

Lately I've been winning battles left and right
But even winners can get wounded in the fight
People say that I'm amazing
I'm strong beyond my years
But they don't see inside of me
I'm hiding all the tears

Chorus:
They don't know that I come running home when I fall down
They don't know who picks me up when no one is around
I drop my sword and cry for just a while
'Coz deep inside this armor
The warrior is a child
(Aahhh)

Unafraid because His arrow is the best
But even soldiers need a quiet place to rest
People say that I'm amazing
I never face retreat, oh no
But they don't see the enemies
That lay me at His feet

Chorus:
They don't know that I come running home when I fall down
They don't know who picks me up when no one is around
I drop my sword and cry for just a while
'Coz deep inside this armor
The warrior is a child
(Aahhh)

They don't know that I come running home when I fall down
They don't know who picks me up when no one is around
I drop my sword and cry for just a while
'Coz deep inside this armor
The warrior is a child

I'm not really a fan of guys wearing pink until I saw Yong Joon in one. OMG, the entire look made my heart stop for a split second. His undershirt, white belt, jeans down to his sneakers. The guy never ceases to surprise me everytime. I read somewhere that we was apprehensive in wearing the jacket but I'm glad he did it.

BAEwatch Video Greeting for BYJ

I just got the master edited copy of our birthday present for BYJ.... a music video with some our our baesisters singing. First to Belinda to handled the planning to editing all by herself my hats off to you sister. I know how you've been anxious that you can finish it on time especially when your digicam suddenly gave out in the middle of editing the raw materials. But after watching it, I felt all the love you put in making it. I can't wait for August 29 so we can share it with our baesisters abroad. Now it's my turn to be prepare the give-aways and prizes as well as the BYJ stuffs to be auctioned. Hopefully, it will be done by Friday so I can have a day to relax before our anniversary and BYJ's birthday celebration.

Did I Really Love

HWRL took me two months to finish not because it's boring. I already have an idea of the storyline from what I've read in other byj sites. I finished watching the first part in just 4 nights and I found the other characters amusing and sometimes irritating. How I wanted to knock some sense in Jaeho's sister. The first part set the scene for what will be the core of the movie but I have to wait for another 3 weeks before I got the next installment.
Finally, I have the 2nd part and since I was forewarned by other baesister on what to expect, I watched just 2 cd and stopped then resume after 3 or 4 days just to regain composure before being taken in an emotional rollercoaster. It breaks my heart to see Jaeho suffer so much just because he finally chose to do what's right. He just wants his own happiness but can't seem to get it. And oh how I cried for Shin Hyung, who just loves him that she let go of any pride left and begs him to come back to her during the break-up scene. Watching the drama will make you ask yourself if you really love selflessly or will I give up if I face hardship along the way. A must watch for any true blue BYJ fan.

What's on your mind dear

Yong Joon~nim what's on your mind right now? Are you visualizing the scene you are about to shoot. Are you feeling a bit low from all tight shooting schedule and the other commitments that you must attend to. Or are you missing your family that you haven't seen for a while.

Don't worry, we your fans are just here to support you. We may not be physically present to show our love but our thoughts are always with you and your well-being.

Worth Remembering

As I look at the first kiss shared by Insoo and Seoyoung, a secret smile hovers between my lips. There is hesitancy here for they both know that they were about to cross the line that their partners did. But as Insoo draws nearer, I see tenderness as he gently pressed his lips to her.

I remember my own first kiss. Women give their soul when we kiss someone we love. It�s my way of expressing the feelings inside of me that I can�t verbalize. It�s giving one�s trust to somebody else with the hope that your relationship will last. I remember my heart beating fast as he looked into my eyes, his fingers caressing my face as he draws nearer to me. Time stands still as lips are sealed, a silent promise of love that we feel....

My heart lost in a Kiss

My heart is like twisted twine
Always unraveling all the time
It is a juicy cut lime
Crushing and sticking in kind
As I seek her love to speak
Without inhibitions to head
I think of how we can touch
In a way without lust
In a joyous blissful caress
As my passion starts to press
Like an artist I carve my fine craft
Knowing this forsaken moment just past
A casual smile and then a blink
Totally insecure of how you think
Words seem to roll off my tongue
As if I breathe her air from her lung
A tension that make me feel so highest strung
Not even knowing where this moment came from
A simple kiss and a sigh knowing soon I’ll say good-bye

It's Raining.....

Its been raining hard for the past couple of days but I really don't mind. I've always preferred the rain rather than the stiffling heat of summer. I'm more creative when lulled by the sound of raindrops outside the window. It's nice to let my thoughts wander~~~~


As I walk down the rainy path I think of you........ Do you yearn to walk hand in hand with a loved one just like I do. Exchanging silent glances and occasional hugs as the wind dances with the leaves. Pitter patter, pitter patter, the rain is singing...... lovers enjoying a peaceful stroll together. Let it not stop before I'm ready to give up, for dreaming of you with me on this rainy day is heaven on earth for a single gal like me.

Ooops, boss is awake now got to get busy again

Anticipation building again.....

After a days of news flooding in about BYJ for April Snow and The Four Great King all is quiet today. Makes me wonder, is it another bomb slowly ticking and will explode any day soon with an avalanche of news making me go crazy in front of my pc trying to read them all, make comments and transferring to our site. I can always make use of the lull to call my other baesisters to discuss the nitty gritty details for the party…… calls Belinda

M: onni, how’s the editing going? Still having a hard time choosing which of the countless takes of the group singing How Did You Know and Rainbow will you use.
B: hahahaha (laughs loud but avoids commenting) almost done, just inserting all those
Gorgeous BYJ collections that you gals have.
M: Make sure I look beautiful ok?
B: Aigoo, I’m no Vicky Belo (famous cosmetic surgeon here)
M: Aish! I know you love me sis so pls create magic and make me a stand out ok?
B: (pretends she can’t hear me) hello tet still there, hello…. (hangs up)

Hhmmmm….. hoping for the best with that video greeting and praying she won’t include my bloopers, it was a full moon then so I felt like a real concert artist and clowned around while they played the songs Rainbow is being played by the band he hired for that day….

Rainbow


Fallin' out, fallin' in
Nothing's sure in this world no, no
Breakin' out, breakin' in
Never knowin' what lies ahead
We can really never tell it all no, no, no
Say goodbye, say hello
To a lover or friend
Sometimes we never could understand
Why some things begin then just end
We can really never tell it all no, no, no

But oh, can't you see
That no matter what happens
Life goes on and on
So baby, just/please smile
Coz im always around you
And ill make you see how beautiful
Life is for you and me

Take a little time baby
See the butterflies color's
Listen to the birds that were sent
To sing for me and you
Can you feel me
This is such a wonderful place to be
Even if there is pain now
Everything would be all right
For as long as the world still turns
There will be night and day
Can you hear me
There's a rainbow always after the rain

Ohh, whoa

Hittin' high, hittin' low
Win or lose you should go, yeah yeah
Getting warm, getting cold
Weather could be so good or bad
But baby this is life now don't get mad no, no, no

Coz oh, cant you see
That no matter what happens
Life goes on and on
So baby, please smile
Coz im always around you
And ill make you see how beautiful
Life is for you and me

Take a little time baby
See the butterflies' colors
Listen to the birds that were sent
To sing for me and you
Can you feel me
This is such a wonderful place to be
Even if there is pain now
Everything would be all right
For as long as the world still turns
There will be night and day
Can you hear me
There's a rainbow always after the rain

Life's full of challenges
Not all the time we get what we want
But don't despair my dear coz I know now
You'll take each trial and you'll make it through the storm
Coz you're strong my faith in you is clear
So ill say once again this worlds wonderful and
Let us celebrate life that's so beautiful, so beautiful
Ohhhh

Take a little time baby
See the butterflies' colors
Listen to the birds that were sent
To sing for me and you
Can you feel me
This is such a wonderful place to be
Even if there is pain now
Everything would be all right
For as long as the world still turns
There will be night and day
Can you hear me
There's a rainbow always after the rain

Everything Korean

Who would have thought that I will develop a taste for spicy food when I never really liked them before. Now my fridge is never without kimchi even if my family members hate the smell. If I feel like it, I use my Korean chopstick and spoon when eating at home or at the office. My nights is never complete without watching Korean dramas either through cable or dvd. Makes me wonder, was I a Korean in my previous life?

The birth of BAEwatch

Months into my BAE addiction, a call was made in BYJ Quilt for Filipinos in that site to meet. I immediately posted my agreement since I really want to meet people who share the same feelings that I’ve been having for the past 6 months. So on June 25, 2004 I had dinner with 5 BYJ sisters who will form the core members of BAEwatch. And on August 28, 2004 the birthday of BYJ, we officially organized our group and informed BOF about it. Almost a year later the group has grown and friendships have blossomed. My circle of friends now include fellow fans from Korea, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, U.S.A., Canada and even Egypt. Little did I know that my horizon will broaden just because of him.

Winter Sonata - November 2003

Still hurting from a painful break-up, I lived in an isolated world purposely avoiding my friends and the social life that I once enjoyed. It was during one of those boring evenings that I sat in front of my television to surf that I chanced upon the initial telecast of Winter Sonata. The brooding looks of Jun Kang immediately caught my attention maybe because I have a preference for that sort of man. That first night was followed by another until a week later, I find myself moving my appointment to make sure I don't miss an episode. December came and the drama is now a hot topic of conversation amongst my officemates. Yujin was lost Jun and Minhyung is now in the picture. The glasses and the colored hair made my heart skip a beat I never even anticipated having a crush on an actor much less a foreigner. I got to find his name so with winter sonata as my keyword, I discovered that his name is Bae Yong Joon, a 34 year old single (good!!!) actor who already appeared in countless other dramas and that I'm not the only one who fell for his charm. It seems the Philippines is already behind in discovering him, I have to share him with millions of other asian women. So ok, I started downloading all the pics, wallpapers and vods that I can get hold of. People started noticing that I'm starting to smile a lot again, that I've became animated again when talking especially with BYJ as a topic. I've became a renewed person because of BYJ, for that alone I'm forever thankful.

Wow, I'm starting my own blog!!!

I've heard about blogging from just about every tech savy people I know but I was never really into it until I started reading those created by my friends. Exposing your thoughts for the world to read can be intimidating for a private person like me who is never into diaries even during my adolescent years. I was afraid my parents would discover who my crushes were during that time and I will have to endure long hours of sermon not just from my parents but from overzealous relatives on how one has to put studies on the top of my priority list.

So why am I doing it now? Because the best way to preserve the stage I'm in right now is to write down all my thoughts about these chapter in my life..... my fascination of Korea bought about by endless hours spent watching their beautifully made drama series.

So join me as I look back to how it all started and walk with me to the present.......