Meeting the iconic Kim Seok-Jin, Min Yoon-Gi, Jung Ho-Seok, Kim Nam-Joon, Park Ji-Min, Kim Tae-Hyung, Jeon Jung-Kook; Bangtan Sonyeondan is one of my top, greatest, most anticipated dreams in life! I really want to see them as soon as possible. If you just know, I am even willing to go to South Korea, or wherever, as long as I am eligible to enter the country just to be with them. Yup, I am that looking forward and pinning on these hopes. But then! I am not the only one who would decide on this. I would totally, totally, totally love to attend the BTS concert/s and/or fan meeting/s at the right place and perfect time! So I am lifting these good faith intentions to the Universe. May the highest forces and mightiest deities be with me in this purple journey! All for the glory of God, let's get this and let it roll 💜💜💖 I became a BTS ARMY during the COVID-19 pandemic days. How I wish I could turn back the years and meet the seven Bangtan boys earlier. But then again, the magic door opens to an ami at the time one needs them the most, so... Geurae. It is true that I witnessed the Bang Bang Con 2021, Muster SoWooZoo, and Permission To Dance On Stage. However, no offense, I never bought a BTS online concert ticket. I just saw the performance clips, thanks to Twitter and YouTube. Used to the free streams from BANGTANTV and my fellow fans, I was not that interested in the theater live play too. Same as the reason why I had not at all purchased a virtual show pass, I am saving up for the real, live, and in-person BTS concert instead. To tell you all honestly, Dada and I booked a flight boarding to Incheon International Airport this March because we wanted to see the Bangtannies live. Mm-hmm, we did! However, it was canceled by the airlines due to high COVID-19 cases in South Korea. Sad. Attending the face-to-face con was not pushed through. But maybe, I really was meant to watch the BTS Permission To Dance On Stage - Seoul. Because aAahHhhhhh, my amazing boyfriend, he miraculously reserved a seat for the PTD in Seoul: Live Viewing at SM San Lazaro! If you only know how messed up the ticketing system of SM Cinema was. Filipino ARMY stayed up from midnight to morning, yet no progress on catching tix. The portal just began getting stable past five A.M. according to most Filo ami via tweets. Luckily, my Dada who is born with good fortune suddenly woke up around that blue hour and scored one! Yup, just one ticket, so that means I would go alone. Not a biggie, but I still hoped I was with Dada though. He was the one who booked anyway. Plus, he is one of us as he is a silent ARMY too. So here, hear! Here's a high-key proud shoutout to my Dada who has been very, very, veryyy supportive of all my crazy goals. Saying that I am grateful to you is an understatement! My love undoubtedly is Da-the best y'all ❤️💚💖 I was sooooooo happy when Dada said he got me a Live Viewing ticket for the BTS Permission To Dance On Stage in Seoul! So what do you expect? Of course, I was sooooooo excited when March 12th finally arrived! Although it was not the on-stage one that I expected, for me, this is still the first-ever BTS concert that I could attend. That was why I tried my best to still do the usual concert etiquette thingies of an ARMY during BTS live shows. Yup! Like the others, I treated this beautiful day as my Spring Day with the Bulletproof Boy Scouts. I played PTD first thing in the morning to feel the good vibes some more. And well, because it was my excuse to sing "the wait is over" lyrics out loud! Then my favorite part: I finally had the chance to dress up like a loud and proud Kim Seokjin-biased ARMY! The plan was to wear this Jin PTD Pop-Up long sleeves in Seoul. Yun pala, at SM Seoul Lazaro. Haha! Kidding aside, I was real glad that this white long-sleeved t-shirt with the literal Moon Jin graphic design was delivered early, so I was able to gear it up for that fun Saturday. Paired it with black Forever 21 leggings, white RJ socks though unseen, and the BTS X Fila Project 7: Back To Nature Court Plumpy Shoes in White/Purple/Purple that was modeled by Seokjin. For my accessories, I used my clay moon-heart-sparkle dangling earrings. I turned the Butter bracelet into a necklace because I really wanted to put it on but was afraid that it might fall off my slim wrist. I had two bags where one was a transparent cross bag and the other was an artsy OT7 tote bag. There, I displayed Jin on RJ hoodie fanmade keychain I bought from the December bazaar and the PTD Umbrella Pouch. Of course, to highlight that I am a Seokjinnie, the RJ headband! It is my first-ever son merchandise, so I could not believe that I styled it already! Surreal! Also flexed my adorable RJ ARMY Bomb cover to make my Map Of The Soul: Special Edition Light Stick in theme too! Super, like Super Tuna, proud of this OOTD! Not yet my best, but still! Love this very much! 💙💗💖 Moreover, I rose a little early that Spring Saturday not just to fashion myself, but for Dada and me to arrive at the event's venue early as well. You read that right, Dada did not just buy me tix but accompanied me too even if that means waiting outside! He is the sweetest and I am blessed that this man is mine. Just mine. Hihi. Though the concert was commencing in the afternoon, one tricycle + one jeepney + two trains ride + a few kilometers walk were waiting for us. We never mind all the travel, to be honest. We think that the commute series is always part of the adventure. Besides, been a while since Dada and I stepped our feet in Manila. Had anyone predicted that BTS would be the reason and not le b/vlog wants? That says something, right! And well, staying at the mall would be better than being late. Actually, we reached SM San Lazaro around 12:45 in the afternoon where our first agenda was to materialize the digital concert code into a tangible BTS ticket. Then, Da and I just roamed around. Amazed that we witnessed the staff setting up the mini photo booth for this once-in-a-lifetime occasion. Of course, must share that I was the first one who snapped some pictures there. Early bird perks! Because after Dada and I ate our lunch? Gosh, a looooong line greeted everyone on the floor! And just to add, aside from the picture spot, SM also placed a temporary merch store at the Snack Time Counter where fans could purchase the official BTS The Fact Photobook Special Edition: We Remember and We Remember Poster. If you are asking, no, I did not buy them because my sister owns those anyway. Plus, not my priority merch. But there, there 🖤🤍💜 Of course, SM Cinema reminded that common protocols like wearing face masks and proper social distancing should be practiced by the Filo ARMY while enjoying the Permission To Dance On Stage - Seoul live play. In addition, the management also released some concert viewing rules regarding general cinema guidelines, seat assignments, and customer safety. That was why, tbh, I was overwhelmed when I saw that there were Further Information, House Rules, and Public Advisory signs at the entrance of the theaters. But hey, I commend those regulations, as well as the stations they made for the PTD in Seoul Live Viewing party. I understand that all those were for everyone's welfare. And in fairness, it effectively worked as the event was organized. And at least, at least it was clearly stated that Filo ami could scream and stand up, unlike the physical crowd. At least! That was such a critical thing, eh. And speaking of crucial stuff, ticketholders could go to their respected theaters by 2:30 P.M. But I did not. Since Dada would be left for more than three hours and my seat was secured already anyway, I stayed a bit longer for him and just went in forty-five minutes before the show. It was not too early, not too late, just in the middle, just right. That was such a good call because it was just enough time to meet new people. Plus I even received two sets of freebies from my co-ARMY. Thankful that the people around me were nice, so I did not walk alone. Failed to ask the names of the friendly ami I met except for my seatmates. Sitting in the F aisle like a pretty VIP, I gained instant ARMY friends. We had some chats about the Bulletproof Boy Scouts, helped one another take pictures, and followed Instagram accounts as well. And can I stress how impressive the SM San Lazaro - Cinema 2 crowd was? We had two clappers, who happened to be my rowmates, so it administered some real-like Seoul feels if you know what I mean. There was this gay guy who was the life of the party, so no dull moments while waiting up until the end of the con. Because yup, we hyped each other throughout the concert! And when the live play was interrupted, we were all still laughing, comforting, dispelling the burden together. Got ARMY right behind us when we say so, indeed! Because of them, carrying bliss inside the souls, my cinema-concert experience was extra memorable. I took home not just the postcard giveaway and free Space of BTS voucher from SM that Sat night, but the buddies I gained and worth-keeping amikaela memories. Having known all these, I believe that we were the best of the best crowd! By any chance, BTS would include the Philippines in their upcoming world tour, see you when I see you SM Seoul Lazaro C2 ami! Manifesting that I would attend the in-person BTS concert as well, of course, eh! PH or anywhere, I would do all that I can to meet Bangtan Sonyeondan 🧡💜🧡 There were four Permission To Dance On Stage shows in Los Angeles, compared to South Korea with only three days. However, whether it is D-1 or D-2 or D-3 or D-4 via online or LA or at the homecourt or wherever, we all know that each BTS concert d-day has its own charm and prominence. Like this live viewing experience! There were no cinema concerts in LA, but there were in Seoul. Every ARMY, exhibit A is me, dreams of attending a Bangtan concert at their beloved homeland. So I guess that was the reason for the worldwide theater broadcast. And as said, that could be part of the unique feature for PTD - Seoul: Day 2. Might be true my theory. Or not. But yeah. I streamed a few PTD shows before and I think I already memorized the con setlist. I am not complaining though. I am flexing actually. Who would not anyway? So proud of fangirling these K-Pop kings! No matter how many times I watch these seven superstars, concerts or shows or random videos, I never get tired of them. Because BTS content would always be lit, would always serve, would always be the best! That is a given. So what do you think? Of course, I have sooooooo many treasurable stories about my BTS Permission To Dance On Stage - Seoul: Live Viewing cinema concert experience at SM San Lazaro! But for my favorite moments? Not just the real-time, but the real view while waiting for the live show! Imagine, the big screen showed as if we were an extended audience from Seoul. The feels were just unexplainable! But in a lovey-dovey way because my heart fluttered. Really, really, really attracting to see BTS personally because of this! Then, the high energy so much during the first set! As in! It was my first time feeling such fiery joy in my whole lifetime. And to tell you, this was just live via satellite. What more once it is already the f2f one! Must mention the Life Goes On, Boy With Luv, Dynamite X Butter mash-up because the third part just always emits positive vibes. You know, easy endorphins. From the human mood boosters. Very Bangtan Sonyeondan that set, so me likey! As for the happy-crazy times, Anpanman and Gogo! All of us went loco when those two songs played back-to-back. No one expected that coming, so we surprised! Then, add Idol! That was the peak for me. That was when the dark theater turned into a party club where everyone was dancing, singing, just being themselves. I then understood what Jinnie said before, that they do not need to dance at their cons anymore since every ARMY knows how to have fun by themselves just by listening to BTS as their background music, something like that. Sounds wahahahaha, but legit, for it happened to us in Cinema 2! True story, y'all! And since there was an ARMY Clapper Event in Seoul concerts, to me, this was one for the books. EPILOGUE : Young Forever for the second day. Made me reminisce that one con where the fans sang this to the boys and they were all touched. Since then, I could not help not to be emotional every time this legendary piece plays. For Young Forever is that meaningful as a song and as a memory. So hearing it unexpectedly at a show I attended? No, I was not crying, maybe you were! 💜🧡💜 Not gonna lie... I was absolutely down when Dada informed me that Cebu Pacific e-mailed him regarding our flight cancellations. Though it was more than a month before the green light, they canceled the trips since South Korea itself closed its borders due to rising COVID-19 positive patients there. I wish that Dada and I already visited my dream country since high school. But what could I do? No one to blame. That's-just-life cliche statement and all. Not to be feeler that the world is orbiting around me, but I was shocked when HYBE announced that there would be a one-day PTD live play in theaters. Like, they could do that in El Lay. Too. But no. They chose Seoul. Seoul! PTD in Seoul having live shows and live broadcasts in cinema theaters around the globe! Reading that news, I do not know, but it gave me a smile, as if comforting me. None of this is a coincidence, right? DNA! Well, the live viewing cheered me up. Yet for realz, I was not that into it. Again, because I am aiming for the actual one. But Dada was captivated. He thought me going to the cinema concert was a way to console me from the failed SoKor travel. And he got lucky for pre-ordering a ticket. Without a sweat! Plus I guess, my tweeted manifestations worked again and as usual. The Universe really was with him, with me, with us. Uncomplaining though! Love this Saturday the twelfth so much! Hello, I was part of the history, this historical moment. Someday, I would tell the future kids that this was the way we concert-ed during pandemic years. One for the books! The history books even! While this was not the physical, personal concert I goaled. I know that. However, the theater live play still alleviated my pain and longing for Bangtan. Completely different if you would think about it. But then again, also the same if you would think about it. Same same, but different and different, but same same. Gets? So I am forever grateful for the BTS Permission To Dance On Stage - Seoul: Live Viewing! I am convinced that my euphoria radiated through the pictures and videos I recorded, yet the thoughts and feelings I had were just beyond them. My words could not do justice as to how, why, what I was feeling. Let the raw vids and pics, the vibes I send from browsing them explicate everything. If you would look at my YouTube upload, most clips were Jin-focused. Disclaimer though, I focused on all of them seven in the theater experience, and the SM SL - C2 could attest to that. Besides, the vlog is made as a glimpse, a see-through, a collection of my favest memories from that superb evening. Kim Seokjin is my forever ultimate bias! That is right. But OT7 supporter for lifeu! So to my loves, BTS -- kamsahamnida! Jeongmal, jeongmal, jeongmal komapseumnida! Komawo from the day that I met you to this spring Saturday and the other spring days that are about to come. I am trying to make the most of what I could reach for now. Just here, appreciating the beauty of the present. At the same time, finger-crossing on that future when I would see the seven of you! Wanna, like super-duper, hoping and already manifesting and praying to all the gods and deities, meet BTS in the flesh! Manila, Seoul, Osaka, or wherever, let us see each other, oh? Waiting again, yes. But I am happily waiting for you, my Tannies. Because I love you so much! Mm. Saranghaeyo! Saranghamnida! Nan neoreul saranghae! Someday, I would say, even shout out loud these magic words to you. Bogoshipda, arasso? And again ~ I love you, my seven, my Bulletproof Boy Scouts! I love you! I love you! I love you! I love you! I love you! I love you! I love you! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
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THE BLOG-GIRLE L A M A N I L A Ela Mones, a Filipina girl,
is a passionate lifestyle blogger who loves to express her unforgettable life experiences and best moments through words, photos, and videos 💖
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