Summer Workin', Having a Blast!

Because of an academic calendar shift, my usual two-month summer bumming has become a five-month existential crisis. And while I detest school load as much as the next guy, I loathe the brain dead feeling slightly more. Besides, when I am left alone with my thoughts for too long I start to think about the unpleasantries that come with being a mortal. 

So for me, the next logical step was to find a way to distract myself while actually being a useful and pragmatic human being, which roughly translates to applying for an internship!

Pay day!

Fortunately, I was accepted in the companies I applied to. My first internship was with a luxury and lifestyle magazine. As a marketing intern, I made an unbelievable number of calls and e-mails, with some menial tasks here and there. I had intended to stay there until my summer semester began but because of the tiring commute and the schedule conflict, I decided to end my internship early. And although I felt like I didn't contribute as much, my boss generously gave me copies of recent issues. 

I learned much about patience and external communications there. 

I spy with my little eye...
A birdie perched on top of my shoes?!

When I realized I could not afford to stay in my first internship, I started looking for the next one. This one - my current internship - is involved with the local footwear industry scene; and I am beyond thrilled to be part of it. 

It may sound naive of me but, directly after my interview, I knew this was a job worth sticking to. And not just because it is right across my school, but more so because I believe in what the company endorses. 

Creative story-telling, nationalism, artisanry, and socially-aware entrepreneurship - Risque Designs successfully incorporates all these things in a single pair of footwear. The designs are inspired by multiple aspects of Filipino culture like myths, animals, and the Filipina woman. Made only from local materials and by the hands of local craftsmen, these shoes are without a doubt uniquely Filipino masterpieces. 

It's so inspiring! Add to that my second day of work involved helping out with a photoshoot! 

Everything is just plain awesome. 

I can't wait what else is in store for me!