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Dear Soulmate

2012-01-27T19:59:00.000-08:00

I was at Boracay last Saturday for 3 things: My Promotion, Kath's Birthday and Chinese New Year. I never expected to be able have time to think about life until I asked for 3+ hours away from Kath to enjoy the place by myself.

I was strolling at the beach, enjoying the sun, hoping to get tan lines and feeling the white sand on my feet.. it was paradise. I've never felt so peaceful. I kept thinking... hundreds of people in that beach, could one of them be THE ONE? I sat down, watched couples enjoy with their kids and I was close to tears imagining if life will be as sweet as that for me.

I haven't seriously dated anyone for 9 months. All I know is that I've been experiencing a roller coaster of emotions. I like this guy today and tomorrow I don't. Very inconsistent. I wanted a simple, very ordinary guy today and yet when I wake up the following morning, I tend to realize I could have been meant for someone better who can match my greatest skills. What is love? Where can I find it? Is there such thing as true love? Or is is just a mere imagination that someone out there is made just for me? I wanted to know. How much am I willing to compromise? How high should my standards be?

I'm all about questions. Maybe because I haven't found the magic of true love. No. I haven't felt it yet even if I had a night sealed with a kiss. Even if my hand was held gently and even if I was hugged warmly by someone. It wasn't what I thought would complete me.

I'm turning 24 this year and I am not getting any younger. I'm not rushing to get married but I don't want to waste my time either. I have been praying so hard to meet someone who deserves me and who I deserve as well. Someone who won't give me the moon and the stars but will give me love, honesty, loyalty and respect. I don't need someone who can bring me to Paris but will bring me ever lasting joy and will keep a strong Faith in God and our relationship.

I may seem materialistic and practical most of the time but behind those words lie a deeper meaning than what other people may have thought. I just wish someone can read between the lines.... and understand.

This post includes a prayer, hopefully, someone who is reading this will realize that I AM THE ONE as well...,

Boracay -- Some Pics, Memories of our getaway ♥♥♥

2012-01-26T01:46:00.000-08:00

Beach

Enjoying the sun

I love this pic! hahahaa

with Mark, Kath and Roy ( guys are from Holland )

Me and Roy

They are brothers

me and Nikolay Valtchanov -- the guy works for Facebook and he's a Bulgarian ;)

Never Told You by Colbie Caillat

2012-01-09T01:50:00.000-08:00

I miss those blue eyes
How you kissed me at night
I miss the way we sleep
Like there's no sunrise
Like the taste of your smile
I miss the way we breathe

But I never told you
What I should have said
No I never told you
I just held it in
And now I miss everything
About you
I can't believe I still want you
After all the things we've
Been through
I miss everything about you
Without you

I see your blue eyes
Every time I close mine
You make it hard to see
Where I belong to when I'm not
Around you
It's like I'm not with me

But I never told you
What I should have said
No I never told you
I just held it in
And now I miss everything
About you
I can't believe I still want
You
After all the things we've
Been through
I miss everything about you
Without you

But I never told you
What I should have said
No I never told you
I just held it in
And now I miss everything
About you
(still you're gone)
Can't believe that I still want
You
After all the things we've
Been through
I miss everything about you
Without you

http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/colbiecaillat/inevertoldyou.html

What I Really Want RIGHT NOW

2012-01-07T19:56:00.000-08:00

I've been reading the book "The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne . It's like a self-help book on how you can achieve more of what you want in life. One thing they kept saying in book is to think positively and the universe will respond to you positively as well. I guess I have been practicing that for years now, without even knowing and reading the book will help me enhance that ability.

I'm a very simple person but of course, as we grow older, a lot of things change. Right now, I want things that I never wanted before and here's a list of what I want RIGHT NOW, in every aspect of my life. Nope, this ain't a New Year's Resolution but this could be a lifetime plan. I'm out here, starting to conquer the world and achieve my dreams.

WORK:
1. I want a PROMOTION. Additional tasks, tougher challenge to enhance my skills and a salary increase.
2. I want more people to agree on what I want. When I say I need to talk to you for a role, I want you to say YES.
3. I want to be more efficient to the point that my boss can say I'm the BEST person to work with.

LIFESTYLE:
1. I want to buy a RED CAR and a RED VAN.
2. I want to learn how to drive.
3. I want to continue investing in the STOCKMARKET for my retirement.
4. I want to buy the lot beside my parents house and have MY OWN HOUSE.
5. I want to TRAVEL around ASIA. Cambodia, Japan, India, Korea-- I will go there!
6. I want to take my family for a great vacation in Bohol or Boracay and then, to Singapore or Thailand.

LOVELIFE:
1. I want a man who knows how to RESPECT me and my family.
2. I want a man who works hard and spends time with his family as well.
3. I want a man who knows how to take responsibilities but knows how to have fun as well.
4. I want a man who is LOYAL to me and his promise of FAITHFULNESS.
5. I want a man who has big dreams and will do his best to make it happen.
6. I want a man who can equal all that I can do or give but will not try to overpower me at all times.

My One And Only

2012-01-07T02:13:00.000-08:00

I guess after "shutting" myself down "emotionally" for quite a while, I will be pouring out something "emotional" today. Can't help but do this because I wanted to share with you something that means a lot to me.

I think I found my own version of "The One That Got Away".

I met this guy few months back. the time I met him, I wasn't ready for committment and I knew then that he was on the same page as I am. We dated for quite a while and things went smoothly but still, we didn't reach the point when we wanted to commit. Time went by and we eventually lost communication until recently, we were given the chance to talk. I was very happy to hear his voice again after a long time. His jokes and the sound of his laughter seemed to fill in the emptiness I've been feeling lately. He's like a breath of fresh air to me. Only to realize that I miss him but there's nothing left to do but move on with my life again without him.

Yes, I think I fell for the guy I swore not to commit to or get attached to. I know it was my mistake and I kept on wondering if things could've been different if I told him I want to commit instead of saying first hand that I like him but I never want to commit. I cried really hard yesterday because of the realizations I had. I've been pretty good in handling situations like this. Dating guys or being close friends with guys and not even falling inlove. I'm not playing with people's feelings. It's just that I'm the type of girl who doesn't fall inlove easily. I think that's my biggest challenge.

Now, I'm still thinking. In fact, I don't know what to do. I'm stuck, emotionally. haha! This is crazy. but I'm thankful that I'm still feeling. This proves I'm still human and still capable of falling inlove despite the many failed relationships I had and the many jerks I've met. haha! I just pray I will meet the right guy. I don't want to fall inlove with just anyone. I wanna fall for the right one, this time.

BORACAY

2012-01-07T01:55:00.000-08:00

It's a Happy January! Just got back to work, which I really missed so much and.... I'm flying to Boracay with Kath on the 21st and will be back to Manila on the 23rd! So, basically, we'll be celebrating the eve of Chinese New Year in the beach. Welcome Black Water Dragon! :)

I'm really excited because as you know, I'm a big fan of beaches. I think it's paradise. A very relaxing place. And, BORACAY is one beach that I really love! It's gonna be my second time in Bora. Last time I was there was in 2010. So after 2 long years, here I am.. getting ready to fly again to that paradise.

I'm expecting a lot of partying and fun under the sun! HERE WE COME BORACAY!!!!

High School Graduation Speech

2011-12-31T04:23:00.000-08:00

just found my high school graduation speech when i sorted out my stuff today. here's what i said:

Una po sa lahat, ibig ko pong batiin ang ating kagalang-galang na Officer-In-Charge, Head Teacher III na si Bb. phondora S. Capistrano, ang aking mga minamahal na guro, kamag-aral at mga magulang na naririto ngaun ng isang magandang araw!

Ilang araw na lamang po at sa wakas ay araw na po ng aming pagtatapos. nararamdaman na po namin ang nalalapit naming paghihiwalay sa isa't isa. Bagamat nakalulungkot ang paghihiwalay na ito ay may kasiyahan din sa aming mga puso dahil sa wakas ay tutngo na kami sa panibagong hamon sa buhay: ang kolehiyo.

Kami, bilang "Senior Students" ng paaralang ito ay naatangan ng mga responsibilidad dito sa paaralan. Ang mga responsibilidad na humubog sa amin at tumulong sa amin upang maabot ang kinatatayuan namin ngayon. Sa loob ng apat na taon ay ginampanan namin sa abot ng aming makakaya ang responsibilidad na pag-ibayuhin at paghusayin ang samahan ng mga mag-aaral at pangalagaan din ang kapakanan ng paaralan bilang kabahagi nito. Ang responsibilidad na ito ang nagbuklod sa amin para sa iisang pangarap: Ang maging pinakamahusay na paaralan. Dahil po dito ay unti-unti kaming nahubog upang higit na maging mahusay na mag-aaral at mamamayan.

At ngayon po, sa nalalapit naming pagtatapos at paglisan dito sa paaralan na minahal namin at naging bahagi ng aming pagkatao ay ibig namin ihabilin sa inyo, kapwa namin mag-aaral na maiiwan dito, ang maraming bagay na pinangalagaan at ginampanan namin sa loob ng apat na taon ng aming pananatili dito.

Ibig namin ihabilin at ipasa ang responsibilidad sa mahusay na pamumuno nina John Jerry Basada at Kathleen Faye Colorado kasama ang mga dating opisyales ng Pamunuan ng mg Mag-aaral kina Alvin Cacut at Gladys June Borbe at kanilang mga kasama sa Pamunuan. Ang husay naman nina Kathleen Faye Colorado at Alexander Cedillo sa larangan ng Sining sa Teatro ay ibig namin ipagpatuloy nina Liezel Arellano at Josephine Rojas. Ako po, kasama ni Buenaventura dela Cruz ay humihiling din kina Alvin Cacut at Rubilyn Letada na sana'y lalo pa nilang pahusayin ang nasimulan namin sa siyensya. Ang kaalamang pang-matematika nina Chris Adrian Magarro at Christian Daryll Fabrid ay ipinapasa naman namin kina Sheryl To at Carolyn Dancel. Ang kagalingang pangkomunikasyon nina Christopher Alonte at Charmin Blair Baluartenay ibig namin ipasa kina Alvin Cacut at Gladys Borbe.

Ang mahusay na pagdadala at tiwala sa sarili na hinangaan ng lahat kina Ma. Reina magnifico, Angesyl Manaog, William Domingo at Bryan Bruan ay ibig namin ipasa kina Julie Anne Martelino at Christian Perez, Melissa Manaog at Julius Amier. Ang husay sa pag-awit ni Tiffany Anne Bernardo ay inihahabilin namin kay Rachelle Malen. Ang husay sa larangan ng isports nina Karla Garcia at Alvin Taylan ay inihahabilin namin kay Ana Cristina Moratalle at Jenny Rojas. Ang husay sa pagsasayaw nina Janelyn Bangkat at Ruben Rosanes ay inihahabilin naman namin kay Shara May Castillo kasama ang iba pang "Crissa Girls". At higit sa lahat, ang pangkalahatang kahusayan sa akademya ng mga mag-aaral na magsisipagtapos ng may karangalan ay ipinapasa namin sa mga mag-aaral ng ikatlong taon na tulad namin ay nagsumikap din.

Ngayon na lilisanin na namin ang paaralang ito at tutungo sa higit na malawak na daigdig ng kolehiyo ay iniiwan na namin sa inyo ang responsibilidad sa pangangalaga ng paaralan at pagpapahusay pa ng aming nasimulan. naniniwala kami sa inyong kakayahan at umaasa kami na hindi matatapos ang lahat sa amin, sa araw ng aming pagtatapos. Bagkus, ay mapaunlad pa ng mga mag-aaral na iniwanan namin ng aming responsibilidad upang kanila namang gampanan at paunlarin. Nagpapasalamat kami at nawa'y gabayan kayo ng Diyos upang maging mahusay ang pagtupad ninyo sa inyong mga tungkulin. Muli, maraming salamat at magandang araw!

*** whatta long speech i had. I graduated as 2nd honorable mention so i was assigned to do the turn over of responsibilities. hehehhehehe

The Sweet Life

2011-12-28T21:51:00.001-08:00

What's a sweet life? Maybe it's about having what you want or being who you want to be. As for me, a sweet life is the life I have now. Imperfect but worth living.

I am very thankful once again that for 8 months, I have been spared from another terrible heartache. For 8 months, I remained a strong, independent woman who has an appetite for life and everything that comes with it. Yes. My life is not perfect. I'm not rich, I'm not tall. My face is nothing but ordinary. But so far, I'm doing good and I'm happy and contented. I've learned some lessons the hard way and I am forever thanful for that because it groomed me to become a better person than what I was before.

One of the sweetest part of it is having a family like mine. God knows how thankful I am to be blessed with a very understanding Mom, who despite my stubborness, still love me as her child. I am also very blessed to have 2 Fathers. My real dad who became my tough competition when it comes to achievements and hard work. He's a perfectionist and somehow, having a dad like him did me good. It's not just about the pressure of performing but that also involves the love for what you are doing and setting goals for yourself. My second Dad, is the the dad who taught me that relationships can last long and that even without marriage, a happy family is attainable. He wasn't blessed with overflowing cash and he can't marry Mom because it's my Mom's choice. But he continues to love and respect her the way no other man can. Mom is so lucky to have him. I. Also feel very blessed to have a sister and a brother who inspires me to keep on fighting despite the many challenges. I serve as an inspiration to them but what they don't know is that they are the reason why I have come this far.

It's a sweet life for me. Just like my strawberries and cream frapp without whip cream and with non-fat milk. :)

Smile everybody! Your life itself is a miracle. No matter how bad things go, take it this way... It's a sweet life.

Moment Of Truth by FM Static

2011-12-27T21:43:00.001-08:00

Here we are, in the best years of our lives.
With no way of knowing,
When the wheel stop spinning cause we don't
Know where we're going
And here we are, on the best day of our lives.
And it's a go, lets make it last, so cheers you
All to that, 'cause this moment's never comin' back

I used to know her brother, but I never
Knew I loved her, 'till the day she laid her eyes on me.
Now I'm jumpin' up and down,
She's the only one around, and she means
Every little thing to me.

I've got your picture in my wallet, and your
Phone number to call it, and I miss you more,
Whenever I think about you,. I've got
Your mixed tape in my Walkman, been so
Long since we've been talkin' and in a few
More days, we'll both hook up, forever and ever
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/f/fm_static/moment_of_truth.html ]
And here I am, on the west coast of
America and I've been tryin' to think for weeks of
All the ways to ask you, And now
I've brought you to the place, Where I've
Poured my heart out, a million times, for a million
Reasons, To offer it to you
I used to know her brother, but I never
Knew I loved her, 'till the day she laid her
Eyes on me. Now I'm jumpin' up and down,
She's the only one around, and she means
Every little thing to me

I've got your picture in my wallet, and your
Phone number to call it, and I miss you more,
Whenever I think about you,. I've got
Your mixed tape in my Walkman, been so
Long since we've been talkin' and in a few
More days, we'll both hook up, forever and ever

I used to know her brother, but I never
Knew I loved her, 'till the day she laid her
Eyes on me. Now I'm jumpin' up and down,
She's the only one around, and she means
Every little thing to me

I've got your picture in my wallet, and your
Phone number to call it, and I miss you more,
Whenever I think about you,. I've got
Your mixed tape in my Walkman, been so
Long since we've been talkin' and in a few
More days, we'll both hook up, forever and ever

More lyrics: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/f/fm_static/#share

Merry Christmas

2011-12-23T06:32:00.000-08:00

This Christmas is probably one of my happiest Christmas. For some reason, I feel satisfied with how everything went this year. I have a lot of things to be thankful for. If you know you became a part of my life this year, please read my message for you below:

I am very thankful for the friends I have right now. Crazy as they may seem but at least I know they are real. Some of them give too much crap about relationships, some of them don't. Some of them are party goers, some are conservative. Some are rough and some are refined. Some are young, some are old. Some are Filipinos, some are foreigners. But despite the differences, i love them all. Thanks for being there for me when the times are tough and for taking the time to listen to my crappy stories sometimes and for partying with me when I felt so down. Through thick or thin, let's stick together and let's continue fighting in this battlefield called life.

I am also thankful for my family who stayed with me during the ups and downs of my career and relationships. You have always been very supportive of every goal I have and at the same time, you also became honest enough when you felt I wasn't doing things right. I appreciate everything you've done for me, specially you, Mom. You spent late nights in our room and comforted me and told me how beautiful I am as a person just when I was about to give up on myself.

This Christmas might be different than how I have celebrated it in the past two years but i can say that i am happier this time because of what i have now. I may have failed at one point but I realized that if I keep on fighting, I can keep on winning. And as long as I have all of you by my side, life will continue to be a happy one.

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope you are as thankful as I am. :)

Thank You

2011-12-21T18:22:00.000-08:00

Today is my last working day for 2011 since I'll be off starting tomorrow and will be back on January 3rd 2012.

I just wanted to drop by and say THANK YOU to the friends I have in this office.

IT'S A PLEASURE working with you all throughout 2011.

IT'S NEVER BORING since you all gave me the best reason to go to work and continue working despite the ups and downs of things.

Through THICK and THIN, let's stick together and welcome 2012 with a BANG!!!

LOVE YOU !!! :) We made a good 2011 and I see 2012 to be a lot better.

MORE PLACEMENTS TO COME!!!

Cheers! :)

Quotes About Life

2011-12-21T18:07:00.000-08:00

“I wanted a perfect ending. Now I've learned, the hard way, that some poems don't rhyme, and some stories don't have a clear beginning, middle, and end. Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what's going to happen next.
Delicious Ambiguity.”
― Gilda Radner

“I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best.”
― Marilyn Monroe

“You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching,
Love like you'll never be hurt,
Sing like there's nobody listening,
And live like it's heaven on earth.”
― William W. Purkey

“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.”
― Albert Einstein

“To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all.”
― Oscar Wilde

“Life is an opportunity, benefit from it.
Life is beauty, admire it.
Life is a dream, realize it.
Life is a challenge, meet it.
Life is a duty, complete it.
Life is a game, play it.
Life is a promise, fulfill it.
Life is sorrow, overcome it.
Life is a song, sing it.
Life is a struggle, accept it.
Life is a tragedy, confront it.
Life is an adventure, dare it.
Life is luck, make it.
Life is too precious, do not destroy it.
Life is life, fight for it.”
― Mother Teresa

“This life is what you make it. Not matter what, you're going to mess up sometimes, it's a universal truth. But the good part is you get to decide how you're going to mess it up. Girls will be your friends - they'll act like it anyway. But just remember, some come, somg go. The ones that stay with you through everything - they're your true best friends. Don't let go of them. Also remember, sisters make the best friends in the world. As for lovers, well, they'll come and go too. And babve, I hate to say it, most of them - actually pretty much all of them are going to break your heart, but you can't give up becuase if you give up, you'll never find your soul mate. You'll never find that half who makes you whole and that goes for everything. Just because you fail once, doesn't mean you're gonna fail at everything. Keep trying, hold on, and always, always, always believe in yourself, because if you don't, then who will, sweetie? So keep your head high, keep your chin up, and most importantly, keep smiling, because life's a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about.”
― Marilyn Monroe

“Just when you think it can't get any worse, it can. And just when you think it can't get any better, it can.”
― Nicholas Sparks, At First Sight

Taken from: http://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/life

Timeline

2011-12-19T20:28:00.000-08:00

WELCOMING FB TIMELINE! :)

This reminds me of my Multiply header. Thanks to Ariseo Bonifacio for this photo and Mr. Ross Capili for inviting me to model for Cannon Users few years back. This pic is priceless! It will forever remind me that for once, I loved being in front of the camera. ♥♥♥

20 Life Lessons

2011-12-18T20:53:00.000-08:00

I just read this article this morning. When I saw it in Linkedin, I suddenly realized this article is very timely since year 2012 is fast approaching. A new year, a new beginning for everybody. It’s never too late to start. ( I did not copy the complete article. Just the 20 Life lessons from http://mashable.com/2011/12/18/steve-jobs-20-life-lessons/ . For the complete article please see the link ).

Don’t Wait

When the young Steve Jobs wanted to build something and needed a piece of equipment, he went straight to the source.

“He began by recalling that he had wanted to build a frequency counter when he was twelve, and he was able to look up Bill Hewlett, the founder of HP, in the phone book and call him to get parts.”

Make Your Own Reality

Steve Jobs learned early that when you don’t like how things are in your life or in your world, change them, either through action or sheer force of will.

“As Hoffman later lamented, “The reality distortion field can serve as a spur, but then reality itself hits.” – Joanna Hoffman, part of Apple’s early Macintosh team.

“I didn’t want to be a father, so I wasn’t,” Jobs later said, with only a touch of remorse in his voice.

Control Everything You Can

Steve Jobs was, to a certain degree, a hippie. However, unlike most free spirits of the 1960s-to-1970s love-in era, Jobs was a detail-oriented control freak.

“He wants to control his environment, and he sees the product as an extension of himself.”

Own Your Mistakes

Jobs could be harsh and even thoughtless. Perhaps nowhere was that more in evidence than with his first daughter. Still, as Jobs grew older and began to face mortality, he more readily admitted his mistakes.

“I’ve done a lot of things I’m not proud of, such as getting my girlfriend pregnant when I was twenty-three and the way I handled that,” Jobs said.”

Know Yourself

While not always aware of how those around him were reacting to his appearance or demeanor, Jobs had no illusions about his own formidable intellectual skills.

“Then a more disconcerting discovery began to dawn on him: He was smarter than his parents.”

Leave the Door Open for the Fantastic

Jobs was a seeker, pursuing spiritual enlightenment and body purification throughout his life. He wasn’t a particularly religious person, but did not dismiss the existence or something beyond our earth-bound realm.

“I think different religions are different doors to the same house. Sometimes I think the house exists, and sometimes I don’t. It’s the great mystery.” — Steve Jobs

Don’t Hold Back

Apple’s founder was famous for his outbursts and sometimes over-emotional responses. In product development, things were often amazing or sh_t.

“He was an enlightened being who was cruel,” she recalled. “That’s a strange combination.”– former girlfriend and mother of Jobs’ first daughter, Chrisann Brennan

Surround Yourself with Brilliance

Whether he was willing to admit it or not, Steve Jobs could not do everything. Yes, he could have a huge impact on every product and marketing campaign, but he also knew that there were others in the world with skills he did not possess. Jobs’ early partnership with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak perfectly illustrated this fact. His early success with Wozniak provided the template for future collaborations.

“After a couple of months he was ready to test it. ‘I typed a few keys on the keyboard and I was shocked! The letters were displayed on the screen.’ It was Sunday, June 29, 1975, a milestone for the personal computer. “It was the first time in history,” Wozniak later said, “anyone had typed a character on a keyboard and seen it show up on their own computer’s screen right in front of them.”

Build a Team of A Players

Far too often, companies and managers settle for average employees. Steve Jobs recognized talent and decided that any conflict that might arise from a company full of “A”-level players would be counterbalanced by awesome output. He may have been right.

“For most things in life, the range between best and average is 30% or so. The best airplane flight, the best meal, they may be 30% better than your average one. What I saw with Woz was somebody who was fifty times better than the average engineer. He could have meetings in his head. The Mac team was an attempt to build a whole team like that, A players. People said they wouldn’t get along, they’d hate working with each other. But I realized that A players like to work with A players, they just didn’t like working with C players.”– Steve Jobs

“I’ve learned over the years that when you have really good people you don’t have to baby them,” Jobs later explained. “By expecting them to do great things, you can get them to do great things.”

Be Yourself

Steve Jobs was often so busy being himself that he had no idea how people saw him, especially in his early, dirty-hippie days.

“At meetings we had to look at his dirty feet.” Sometimes, to relieve stress, he would soak his feet in the toilet, a practice that was not as soothing for his colleagues.”—Mike Markkula, Apple’s first chairman.

Be Persuasive

While it’s true that early Steve Jobs was a somewhat smelly and unpleasant person to be around, this same Steve Jobs also trained himself to stare without blinking for long periods of time and found that he could persuade people to do the seemingly impossible.

“If it could save a person’s life, would you find a way to shave ten seconds off the boot time?” he asked. Kenyon allowed that he probably could. Jobs went to a whiteboard and showed that if there were five million people using the Mac, and it took ten seconds extra to turn it on every day, that added up to three hundred million or so hours per year that people would save, which was the equivalent of at least one hundred lifetimes saved per year.”

Show Others the Way

Jobs wasn’t truly a programmer or technologist, certainly not in the way that Microsoft founder Bill Gates is, yet he had an intuitive understanding for technology and design that ended up altering the world’s expectations for computers and, more importantly, consumer electronics.

“To be honest, we didn’t know what it meant for a computer to be ‘friendly’ until Steve told us.” — Terry Oyama, part of the early Macintosh design team.

Trust Your Instincts

I have, in my own career, navigated by gut on more than one occasion. Steve Jobs, though, had a deep and abiding belief in his own tastes and believed with utter certainty that if he liked something, the public would as well. He was almost invariably right.

“Did Alexander Graham Bell do any market research before he invented the telephone?” — Steve Jobs

Take Risks

Throughout his career, Steve Jobs took chances, first with the launch of Apple, then in walking away from it and then returning in 1997. In an era when most companies were figuring out ways to diversify, Apple — under Job’s leadership — shed businesses and products, and focused on relatively few areas. He was also willing to steer the entire Apple ship (or at least some aspects of it) in a single direction if he thought it would generate future success.

“One of Jobs’ management philosophies was that it is crucial, every now and then, to roll the dice and ‘bet the company’ on some new idea or technology.”

“I had this crazy idea that we could sell just as many Macs by advertising the iPod. In addition, the iPod would position Apple as evoking innovation and youth. So I moved $75 million of advertising money to the iPod, even though the category didn’t justify one hundredth of that. That meant that we completely dominated the market for music players. We outspent everybody by a factor of about a hundred.” — Steve Jobs.

Follow Great with Great

In everything from products to movies (under Pixar), Steve Jobs sought to create great follow-ups. He wasn’t so successful in the early part of his career (see Lisa), but his third acts to Pixar and Apple proved he had the sequel touch.

“There’s a classic thing in business, which is the second-product syndrome,” Jobs later said. It comes from not understanding what made your first product so successful. “I lived through that at Apple. My feeling was, if we got through our second film, we’d make it.”

Make Tough Decisions

Good managers and leaders are willing to do hard work and, often, make unpopular decisions. Jobs apparently had little concern about being liked and therefore was well-equipped to make tough choices.

“The most visible decision he made was to kill, once and for all, the Newton, the personal digital assistant with the almost-good handwriting-recognition system.”

Presentation Can Make a World of Difference

The Apple founder hated PowerPoint presentations, but perhaps somewhat uncharacteristically, believed elegant product presentation was critical.

“Packaging can be theater, it can create a story.” — Jony Ive, Apple designer.

Find a Way to Balance Your Intensity

It’s unclear if Steve Jobs ever truly mellowed, but he did learn that a buffer between him and the rest of Apple could be useful.

“In a company that was led by a CEO prone to tantrums and withering blasts, Cook commanded situations with a calm demeanor, a soothing Alabama accent, and silent stares.”

Live for Today

Even as Steve Jobs struggled with cancer, he rarely slowed down. If anything, the disease helped him focus his efforts and pursue some of his grandest dreams.

“Remembering that I’ll be dead soon is the most important tool I’ve ever encountered to help me make the big choices in life.” — Steve Jobs

“Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart.” — Steve Jobs

Share Your Wisdom

Steve Jobs was not a philanthropic soul. He had a passion for products and success, but it wasn’t until he became quite ill that he started reaching out and offering his wisdom to others in the tech community.

“I will continue to do that with people like Mark Zuckerberg too. That’s how I’m going to spend part of the time I have left. I can help the next generation remember the lineage of great companies here and how to continue the tradition. The Valley has been very supportive of me. I should do my best to repay.” — Steve Jobs

Night Out With Friends

2011-12-17T20:35:00.000-08:00

berna, jany, me and gliz

The entire group

marky, loyd, paul

Here are just some of our pictures from last night. I missed these friends of mine! :) We haven't seen each other in a long time and really, this reunion was the BEST!!!! More of these to come. :)

What I Bought For Myself This Christmas

2011-12-16T08:27:00.000-08:00

What's Christmas without shopping right? Here are some of my recent purchases in preparation for the season and for the coming 2012. Cheers! (excluding the blazers as I have posted them already in the previous post )

Landmark Dress

Kimbel Bag (got it on sale!)

Be Like A Star Dress

As Promised...

2011-12-16T07:10:00.000-08:00

White Blazer inspired by Rosie Huntington-Whitely hihihhiih

Red Blazer

Finally, the Leopard Print Blazer

As promised, here are the blazers I purchased from SM Department Store. These blazers aren't cheap in price but they are reasonable to purchase because blazers are the safest fashion find you can ever have. It's easy to pair them up with any clothes available in your wardrobe to make your look chic, formal and edgy at the same time.

When it comes to choosing blazers, I am very particular with the fitting. I am not a fan of loose fitting blazers simply because I stand only 5ft 1 inch tall and wearing loose-fitting blazers will make me look shorter and stout. Of course, I wouldn't like that right?

As well, I opted for blazers that I can pair with my existing clothes. The white blazer will go really well with my red, black and brown dresses. The red one will go well with black dresses and flower printed tops matched with short skirts or maong shorts and tank tops. The leopard print will best match my black, red and brown clothes to make them look more edgy.

Tomorrow, I will be using the leopard print blazer for a casual dinner with my friends. I will post the entire outfit I will be wearing for tomorrow. :) Watch out for it!

ILML.

The Day I Went Blonde

2011-12-15T21:14:00.000-08:00

Said my farewell to my black hair yesterday. I wanted to look different and so I opted to get the most extreme of the extremes that I can get. BLONDE.

Hello blondie! haha! 7PM, I visited Azta Urban Salon in Alabang Town Center and decided to have my hair dyed. I have a very long and thick hair so I already expected the price to be quite overwhelming and I was right. It cost me almost 6K to get this color ( So now, I'm starting to wave goodbye to the idea of cutting in the Victoria Beckham way since I spent too much on it for the color ).

What I loved about going to the salon last night was the fact that when I arrived, it wasn't crowded. I actually got the treatment as soon as I got there. Second, the service was great. In fact, I was so comfortable with the 2 guys that assisted me and I did give them a good amount of tip that I don't usually give when I visit other salons. Lastly, I just showed the picture of the hair color I want and they did it ( including my eyebrowse ) perfectly. My hair color was even and I loved the fact that all the staff in that salon were friendly.

This is just the start of my makeover. I don't consider myself ugly but I can say that I haven't reached my best shape yet. There's more to improve about me and it starts NOW. What's even better than taking care of yourself and making yourself feel confident and beautiful, right?

Let's ROCK 2012! Year of the Dragon, Here comes the DRAGON at its best.

ILML.

Mom Is Just So Adorable

2011-12-13T05:52:00.001-08:00

Tonight, I realized how adorable my Mom is! I just wanted to give her a super tight hug! ♥

She just told me something tonight. She was serious when she started telling me about what she heard on tv. She said that the boyfriend-girlfriend relationship is not the only thing that can make you happy. You can still be happy with your friends and family specially this Christmas.

Just a thought, was she thinking I'd be lonely spending my first Christmas without a boyfriend after 2 years? Well, I guess she might be thinking that way. Can't blame her. She must have thought I was still attached to the memories of my previous relationship because I haven't seriously dated anyone after my ex and I broke up. But seriously, I think this is my happiest Christmas ever.

Who wouldn't be happy spending Christmas with the family? I mean, come on! It only happens once in a year that all of us will be having dinner at the same time. It only happens once in a year that we'd be able to greet each other a Merry Christmas. It only happens once in a year that I spend too much money shopping for gifts. This only happens once in a year! I love the fact that my family doesn't have to wait now til I get the time to be with them because they will be the center of my celebration.

I just wish I can thank them enought for being there for me during the tough times. They have been very supportive during the entire process of my healing.

I just love Mom. She just kept on reminding me a lot of things to be thankful for. ♥

Mr. Know It All by Kelly Clarkson

2011-12-12T19:57:00.000-08:00

Mr. Know It All
Well ya think you know it all
But ya don't know a thing at all
Ain't it, ain't it something y'all
When somebody tells you something 'bout you
Think that they know you more than you do
So you take it down another pill to swallow

Mr. Bring Me Down
Well ya, ya like to bring me down, don't you?
But I ain't laying down, baby, I ain't goin' down
Can't nobody tell me how it's gonna be
Nobody's gonna make a fool out of me
Baby, you should know that I lead not follow

[Chorus:]
Oh you think that you know me, know me
That's why I'm leaving you lonely, lonely
'Cause baby you don't know a thing about me
You don't know a thing about me
You ain't got the right to tell me
When and where to go, no right to tell me
Acting like you own me lately
Yeah baby you don't know a thing about me
You don't know a thing about me

Mr. Play Your Games
Only got yourself to blame when you want me back again
But I ain't falling back again
'Cause I'm living my truth without your lies
Let's be clear baby this is goodbye
I ain't coming back tomorrow

[Chorus:]
Oh you think that you know me, know me
That's why I'm leaving you lonely, lonely
'Cause baby you don't know a thing about me
You don't know a thing about me
You ain't got the right to tell me
When and where to go, no right to tell me
Acting like you own me lately
Yeah baby you don't know a thing about me
You don't know a thing about me

[Bridge:]
So what you've got the world at your feet
And you know everything about everything
But you don't
You still think I'm coming back but baby you'll see yeah...

[Chorus:]
Oh you think that you know me, know me
That's why I'm leaving you lonely, lonely
'Cause baby you don't know a thing about me
You don't know a thing about me
You ain't got the right to tell me
When and where to go, no right to tell me
Acting like you own me lately
Yeah baby you don't know a thing about me
You don't know a thing about me

Mr. Know It All
Well ya think you know it all
But ya don't know a thing at all
Yeah baby you don't know a thing about me
You don't know a thing about me

http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/kellyclarkson/mrknowitall.html

** This song makes sense. You don't know a thing about me so don't judge me. :)

ILML.

Tuesday

2011-12-12T16:55:00.001-08:00

It's a Tuesday and I'm on my way to work. What am I thinking of? Nothing but how this day would go.

It's blank and blurry and I'm trying to make a picture out of it. Something happy, something unusual. Something amazing, maybe.

Today, it's gonna be different. In fact, it's gonna be really good. It's gonna be spontaneous and fun. I will make a difference.

Hoardin' Blazers

2011-12-12T01:47:00.000-08:00

I shopped the whole weekend! Guilty. Sorry. haha! But what's a girl to do when it's almost Christmas and you want to feel good about yourself, being the busy girl who's been single for months now? Shopping or retail therapy is the answer. (Ladies like me please raise your hands! )

Anyway, I didn't just shop for myself. I wasn't that selfish. I spent a lot of money this time but the good thing is I shared it with the family. I bought gifts for people that are dearest to me. But what I love the most about the stuff I shopped for were the blazers I hoarded in SM Department Store.

SM is actually one of my favorite malls to go to simply because it's so accessible for me. I live in the South and this mall is like 15 minutes away from my house! So, last Saturday, I was out with my Mom. We went to the mall around 1PM and started our shopping. Got 3 nice blazers for me. I got a white blazer ( inspired by Transformer's Rosie Huntington- Whitely ), a leopard print blazer and a red blazer. I chose the colors based on the available dresses/ outfits that I have.

Y'all know I've been looking for good blazers for quite sometime now right? These blazers are the answer to my prayers! The length, texture and style of the blazers are good for both formal and casual attire. Pair it with jeans, slacks, shorts, dress or skirt and it will be perfect already with that really chic look!

I am posting the blazers as well as some outfit ideas that will match the style I'm talking about soon so please watch out for my posts in the coming days!

P.S.

Sorry if I wasn't able to post anything recently. I've been really busy with work and I got sick. But I'm feeling better now and I did miss blogging! :)

ILML.

Tiis Ganda Mode

2011-11-30T05:33:00.001-08:00

Today is my 3rd day. I don't know if I made the right decision at first. But I was tempted. How can I say no when I know it will save me? How can I decline the offer when I know it's what I need. I just wanted things to be better. Now, tell me... Is it a wrong decision to try Carb Trim?

Haha! What were you thinking of? Haha! Yeah. I gave in. No matter how much I wanted to rely on excercise and proper diet, I just can't make it. I just can't seem to become as thin as before so I decided to give Carb Trim a go.

I started drinking it last Monday and I'm telling you, after 30 mins. or so, I felt like I wanted to poop and so I did. No hassle. I was at home. But I still had the feeling that I wanted to poop more. I fell asleep comfotably anyways and come 2nd day, I was in the office and I felt like I wanna poop again. Unfortunately, I can't because I'm not used to doing it in a restroom that's not in our house. I know. So choosy. So, I went straight home and as soon as I got in, I went straight to the restroom. Sorry for my gross description but this time, it smelled different. Like toxins have been released. After that, today I was feeling better than the first 2 days. In fact, it felt all normal today. As usual, I took it before dinner. I think this one's quite effective because I don't feel too hungry at any time anymore and after drinking, I usually feel warmth in my tummy ( not sure if it's part of how it works or if it's just my imagination ). I am planning to buy 2 more boxes so I can continuously take it. :) I'm not stopping until I'm thin. ;)

I'm A Right Brainer!

2011-11-28T20:22:00.000-08:00

Thank you for taking the Creativity Test. The results show your brain dominance as being:

Left Brain	Right Brain
45%	55%

You are more right-brained than left-brained. The right side of your brain controls the left side of your body. In addition to being known as right-brained, you are also known as a creative thinker who uses feeling and intuition to gather information. You retain this information through the use of images and patterns. You are able to visualize the "whole" picture first, and then work backwards to put the pieces together to create the "whole" picture. Your thought process can appear quite illogical and meandering. The problem-solving techniques that you use involve free association, which is often very innovative and creative. The routes taken to arrive at your conclusions are completely opposite to what a left-brained person would be accustomed. You probably find it easy to express yourself using art, dance, or music. Some occupations usually held by a right-brained person are forest ranger, athlete, beautician, actor/actress, craftsman, and artist.

from: http://www.wherecreativitygoestoschool.com/vancouver/left_right/rb_results.pl

America's Next Top Model Cycle 17

2011-11-19T21:34:00.000-08:00

I guess this is one of the best cycles of America's Next Top Model where they selected models from the other cycles to take part of the competition for the 2nd time around. In this season, I have been having a hard time predicting who's gonna win because each one of them have this special spark which proves they can be America's Next Top Model.

But, I have this favorite. Of all the contestants, I am really rooting for Angelea Preston. Don't get me wrong, I love the surprise that Allison Harvard gives everytime her picture is taken and she's a serious threat to all the remaining contestants as she has got this magic which turns her photos into a masterpiece regardless of her angle. So, anyway, going back to my favorite, Angelea Preston. I just love her because she's got that personality that will make people remember her. She's pretty and funny and looks like her confidence just had to be boosted and she's gonna be one of the best models that ever existed. Take a look at her photos. :)

**Photos were from google image search. :)

Look Back

2011-11-19T08:13:00.000-08:00

Look Back. Smile. Say THANK YOU to everything that happened and everyone that made it happen.

ILML.

Breaking Dawn

2011-11-18T21:58:00.000-08:00

Sorry, can't help but blog about it. I just watched Breaking Dawn this morning and I watched it alone! Talk about a LONER AND BEING SINGLE. hahaha. Anyway, went to the mall as early as 9:30AM and went straight to the cinema to get the tickets for the first showing. Got the tickets priced at 220Php for 2D and a large popcorn and large iced tea for the price of 140Php. So, 10:30AM, we started lining up for the movie. The good thing about watching it early is that the cinema ain't crowded. There were just around 10 people watching and so you get to enjoy it more. Check out some pics I took of my ticket and my date: Popcorn and Iced Tea. :)

Ticket :)

...and my perfect date. :)

The movie was great and I just love their OST: A Thousand Years which kept on playing in my head. I can imagine that song as one of my wedding songs while I'm walking down the aisle. Check out the lyrics below:

http://www.lyricsfreak.com/c/christina+perri/a+thousand+years_20986324.html

Heartbeats fast
Colors and promises
How to be brave
How can I love when I'm afraid to fall
But watching you stand alone
All of my doubt suddenly goes away somehow
One step closer

I have died everyday waiting for you
Darling don't be afraid I have loved you
For a thousand years
I love you for a thousand more

Time stands still
Beauty in all she is
I will be brave
I will not let anything take away
What's standing in front of me
Every breath
Every hour has come to this
One step closer
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyricsfreak.com/c/christina+perri/a+thousand+years_20986324.html ]
I have died everyday waiting for you
Darling don't be afraid I have loved you
For a thousand years
I love you for a thousand more

And all along I believed I would find you
Time has brought your heart to me
I have loved you for a thousand years
I love you for a thousand more

One step closer
One step closer

I have died everyday waiting for you
Darling don't be afraid I have loved you
For a thousand years
I love you for a thousand more

And all along I believed I would find you
Time has brought your heart to me
I have loved you for a thousand years
I love you for a thousand more

Almost 2012

2011-11-18T16:59:00.000-08:00

Year 2011-- what can I say about this year? Hmm... Well, lets start.

I moved to another industry. Headhunting 101 was something I took and succeeded at specially because I was headhunting for the Fashion and Luxury Industry. I have learned so many things from working with a famous international model and a stylist.

I broke up with my boyfriend for almost 2 years and I think, it was the best decision I ever made. I have been going through a lot of hurtful things in the relationship specifically, cheating, hurtful words, lack of trust, etc. and because of that, I have lost my spark as a person.

I learned how to cheat and it's something I DO NOT REGRET. Yes, say what you gotta say. I'm not scared to admit this because at one point, I know each one of you did it too. I cheated as a way of getting back at him. I did it once. He did it 5 times. If I had not done it, I would have not learned the value of an honest relationship which is something I am looking for now.

I learned to fight back. For once in my life, I wasn't scared to say what I gotta say. I fought for my every right to be treated well by other people. I am not saying I am brave now but I learned how to say things in a way that would not be offensive. A way that would make them listen to my point.

I have realized how to love myself more. I thought I love myself already until I was hurt and realized i wasn't loving myself enough.

I made new friends.

I've been out and about most of the time this year. I've been busy partying, travelling and hanging out with friends.

I started attending a bible study with friends.

Currently, I'm going through a process called "Healing". I started to unblock my ex and some people related to him.

Currently, I am planning to go out of the country for a vacation. First stop is Vietnam for my birthday and next stop is Thailand.

Currently, I've got to fix some relationships with friends. I didn't give up easily on my ex who didn't last very long... who am I to give up on friends? haha.

Currently, I am waiting for a guy who will sweep me off my feet. I still believe in happy endings after all. I am waiting for a guy who is honest, adventurous, loyal, never jealous or insecure, hardworker, never late, loves kids and the idea of marriage and having a family. I am not praying for a rich or handsome guy. I am praying for someone who's just what I deserve.

2012 is coming... What's gonna happen is something we do not know and I'm just hoping for the best just because I know I deserve it. :)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM

2011-11-18T16:27:00.000-08:00

Let me just share with you some things that show how wonderful it is to have a Mom like mine...

First of all, she was the one who gave my life. She took care of me for 9 months and all my life after that. She had been cooking my breakfast, lunch and dinner after that. She taught me how to read and write and showed me a lot of good articles or stories to read when I was young and that started my passion for writing. She also taught me how to sing and dance.

As I grow up, Mom did not stop teaching me things. I learned the importance of Faith from her. I also learned the value of hardwork and determination. She taught me how to dream big and work hard to make that dream come true. She taught me how to not give up on things and how to keep on trying when I fail.

She also taught me the importance of being an independent woman and how to be responsible when it comes to my actions. There were times that I didn't appreciate what she was doing for me but really, after all that she did, I am now seeing the reason why she have done such for me. She loves me unconditionally and I will forever thank her for that because without that kind of love, I will not be the person that I am today.

These are only few of the things I am thankful for. There would still be a lot that I cannot mention already. But seriously, I am proud to say I've got the best Mom ever! Can anything be cooler than that? :)

Love you Ma! :)

Almost Christmas

2011-11-16T20:45:00.000-08:00

Look at that adorable carpet! hahaha! Bought that one just for this season. Our house is under renovation. Thank you to my Boss who worked really hard so I get incentives and thank you to my company who employed me. Seriously, this year was tough but very rewarding. I love the fact that now, I love what I'm doing and the money follows as a result of a job well done.

It had been a while since I last blogged about something that's happening in my personal life and since Gossip Girl is MIA here in the Philippines, no ones there to let you know what I have been up to. Oh well. haha! Anyway, I have been really busy at work. Like I am working so damn hard that I even reply to people after my working hours. And no, I'm not doing this because of the financial gain. You know me. I'm not money-driven. I'm just up for the challenge that this is something that I want to do and that I have to be good at it or better. For a young employee like me, of course, there would be a lot of struggles and room for improvement and growth as well. And I still think there would be very big shoes to fill (in comparison to my dad's achievements) when it comes to my career. It doesn't end here. I have a lot of positivity in this little head and body of mine ( did I really say that? I sounded so dumb. I know! ) and I just have to make sure I keep walking in the right direction. I'm not yet successful but in a couple of years, I will be. No one beats a kick ass girl like me. :P

Real By Plumb

2011-11-16T02:43:00.001-08:00

Look at me I'm twenty three
Beautiful a sight to see
Tonight

A little dress to draw the press
And I'll be leaving
All the rest behind

Well be pleased girl
If this is what you wanted
The whole world is watching you take the stage
What will you say

Aren't I lovely
And do you want me cause
I am hungry for something that will make me real
Can you see me and
Do you love me cause
I am desperately searching for something
Real

I close my eyes imagine time
Will not forget
My sacrifice

I numb the ache and decorate
My emptiness
Stand naked in the light

Well be pleased world
If this is what you wanted
This young girl is everything that you made
What will she say

Aren't I lovely
And do you want me cause
I am hungry for something that will make me real
Can you see me and
Do you love me cause
I am desperately searching for something
Real

The world goes home
The lights go down
My lipstick fades
Away

And do you want me cause
I am hungry for something that will make me real
Can you see me and
Do you love me cause
I am desperately searching for something
Real
(repeats)

First Client I Ever Got! :)

2011-11-09T14:52:00.001-08:00

So, yesterday was another productive day. I don't know if it was the season or if it was me. But I was productive yesterday. :)

Getting back to the title of my post, yes. You know me well. I get straight to the point with my posts. You are definitely right. I got a client yesterday!!! Talk about a real fashion and luxury specialist, ne? Hahaha! I was surprised to have gotten the client and referred to my boss for further discussion. First of all, I have no freakin' idea how the hell they knew about me. Maybe, I was so lucky yesterday noh? But really, I think my boss was happy about that and told me he likes the brand. Achievement! Yes!

The story doesn't just end there because as productive as I was, I was also able to set up someone for my boss. This had been happening for weeks now and I think, I'm gonna make it again this month! Sooooo happy. Like seriously, other than my inspiration "Domz" I am also very inspired with my work. It's one thing that gives me the "adrenaline rush" other than travelling.

I am a THANKFUL monkey. Haha! Like really, THANK GOD for helping me. :)

Next To You by Chris Brown and Justin Bieber

2011-11-09T05:15:00.001-08:00

You got that smile

That only heaven can make

I'll pray to God every day

That you keep that smile

Yeah, you are my dream

There's not a thing I won't do

I'll give my life up for you

'Cause you are my dream

And, baby, everything that I have is yours

You will never go cold or hungry

I'll be there when you're insecure

Let you know that you're always lovely, girl

'Cause you are the only thing that I got right now

One day when the sky is fallin'

I'll be standing right next to you, right next to you

Nothing will ever come between us

'Cause I'll be standing right next to you, right next to you

If you had my child

You would make my life complete

Just to have your eyes on little me

That'd be mine forever

And, baby, everything that I have is yours

You will never go cold or hungry

I'll be there when you're insecure

Let you know that you're always lovely, girl

'Cause you are the only thing that I got right now

One day when the sky is fallin'

I'll be standing right next to you, right next to you

Nothing will ever come between us

I'll be standing right next to you, right next to you

We're made for one another, me and you

And I have no fear, I know we'll make it through

One day when the sky is fallin'

I'll be standing right next to you, whoa

One day when the sky is fallin'

I'll be standing right next to you, right next to you

Nothing will ever come between us

I'll be standing right next to you, right next to you

Stand by my side, side, side

When the sky falls down

I'll be there, I'll be there

You've got that smile

That only heaven can make

I pray to God every day

To keep you forever, oh

Today Marks A VERY Special Day

2011-11-08T05:06:00.001-08:00

Ok guys and gals! As much as I would like to hold off on the news, I can't. Been keeping this all day and really, I guess it's time to blurt out the great experience I had just this morning. :) ready? Here we go!

NAKAUSAP KO NA SI DOMZ!!!
Yes! I got to speak to Domz today! Yeeeeeeeeeeee! Haha. *blush*

Ok. So it wasn't a personal conversation. I just asked him if he wanted me to pass his fare to the driver and he said it's ok, he can do it himself. But please feel free to congratulate me! It took me months before I finally had the courage to freakin' do that! Haha! I saw him smile after and he looked away when I looked at him. Anyway, it feels funny to actually be inspired by an anonymous person right? But I feel so highschool and boy, I don't care! I am enjoying the mystery! I like the feeling of thrill, thinking what's gonna happen next.

Let's mark this date, wait and see. I hope he's not married, with a kid or gay. Haha!

Marry Me By Train

2011-11-03T05:56:00.001-07:00

Forever can never be long enough for me

To feel like I've had long enough with you

Forget the world now, we won't let them see

But there's one thing left to do

Now that the weight has lifted

Love has surely shifted my way

Marry me

Today and every day

Marry me

If I ever get the nerve to say hello in this cafe

Say you will

Say you will

Together can never be close enough for me

To feel like I am close enough to you

You wear white and I'll wear out the words I love you

And you're beautiful

Now that the wait is over

And love and has finally showed her my way

Marry me

Today and every day

Marry me

If I ever get the nerve to say hello in this cafe

Say you will

Say you will

Promise me you'll always be

Happy by my side

I promise to sing to you

When all the music dies

And marry me

Today and everyday

Marry me

If I ever get the nerve to say hello in this cafe

Say you will

Say you will

Marry me

- I just learned about this song tonight. Nice... :)

Playing With My Hair

2011-11-01T21:46:00.000-07:00

http://www.taaz.com/makeover.html#tab=lipstick is a website that allows you to test the look before deciding whether or not to try it for real. I just found it while searching for an online makeover site. For someone like me who wanted to change my looks but won't go as far as cutting my hair really short unless it's guaranteed that it will look good on me, this is the perfect tool.

Another nice thing about it is that it also allows you to use different shades of makeup as well as contact lenses to help you find the best look for your face features and complexion. Check out the pics below and let me know which look you think is best. :)

White and Fierce

2011-11-01T04:21:00.000-07:00

As promised, once my internet connection recovers, I'm posting other pics of my outfit. My little experiment. So, here they are!

What can you say about the outfit? Let me know your thoughts!

By the way, I am looking forward to the Spring/Summer Collection available in stores SOON! Can't wait to shop for the season.

ILML.

My Little Experiment

2011-11-01T03:11:00.000-07:00

So, today I decided to play "stylist". I recently bought this nice jumpsuit from SM Department Store and this is one of the "risky" clothing investment that I have. First of all, because I am only 4ft 11 inches tall and I didn't think this kind of clothing would look good on me. However, I am adventurous and I'd like to take chances and see how it will go. So, being a fan of Kim Kardashian, I got all excited with this jumpsuit. Not only that. I also bought this nice see-through top from Ruins in BF Paranaque (which I got for only around 100.00Php) and when I bought it, I had no idea where to use it or which clothes to pair it with. But, I did imagine it to be paired with my swimsuit. Yes, it's another potential summer outfit which i can say is a must-have for every girl. Plus, the color is white so it can easily be paired with any color. So, this duo were paired up today. Check out the pics and how it looked. Let me know your thoughts!

Sheer Top: Ruins, BF Paranaque

Leopard Print Jumpsuit: Cococabana, SM Department Store

Gold Pumps: Ukay-Ukay

Gold Earrings: Festival Mall Tiangge

Tiger Print Ring: Alabang Town Center Tiangge

Woven Belt: Divisoria

This outfit is so cheap! See where I got the items?Plus, this is perfect for summer! See how comfortable the outfit looks? Also, to get more feel of the "summer vibe" I opted for an orangey makeup. I will post the rest of the pics tomorrow since my internet here at home is slow for some reason.

ILML.

Thank Mom For My Independence

2011-10-31T03:45:00.001-07:00

My Mom is strict and conservative. She loves to tell me what to do. She loves to ask where I'm going. But, you see I am happy with the way Mom brought me up. Simply because even if she is strict, conservative and always asking she still gave me the independence, the freedom to decide for myself and to do what I love to do instead of doing what she wants me to.

I am talking about dreams here. I am talking about my job and my life. Even if my Mom seems to want to decide for me all the time, she became brave enough to let her daughter conquer the world her own way.

I know she wanted me to be a nurse that's why I took up nursing but when I realized I can't do it anymore because my heart is not in the nursing field, she allowed me to quit and decide what I really want to do in life. I got a job and thank God for that because it made me realize how hard it is to earn money and that only if you work hard will you get what you want in life.

Because of the freedom Mom gave me, I became a responsible sister. I sent my sister to college and I worked hard. I realized what I can do and what I can become. I cannot say I'm on the perfect track now but I'm proud to say that whatever I'm doing and whatever I have now are all based on my decisions in life. I'm now a Management student. I'm no longer a Call Center Agent but I'm now part of the Recruitment team for Fashion and Luxury. I have learned a lot in this life. Thank You Mom for the freedom of choice that you granted me. You are the BEST MOM ever! :) I love you! :)

Heart To Heart by 4Minute

2011-10-30T18:46:00.000-07:00

yoku kiite sora sanai de watashi no me chan to mite
saikin kimi no taido hen ne? doushite?
taikutsu souna kao de itari hanashikata mo sokke nakute
mae to wa chigau kimi ne doushite? oshiete

takusan nozomunde nai no mae no youni tada
(Jihyun HyunA) Look into my eyes, Please look at me now
watashi wo mite, Oh

Let’s have a Heart to Heart to Heart (talk)
otoko rashiku hanashite
daiji souna kurushi souna
furishite mo Stay together
Let’s have a Heart to Heart to Heart (talk)
massugu watashi wo mite yo
sunao ni itte nikumasenai de
ima wa Heart to Heart
futari Heart to Heart to Heart

mae wa yoku kureta serenaade
ima ja “aishiteru” sae mo nakute
kirai ni natta to kyori wo okou to
hakkiri shite ima wa Heart to Heart

taikutsu souna kao de itari hanashikata mo sokke nakute
mae to wa chigau kimi ne doushite? oshiete

takusan nozomunde nai no mae no youni tada
(HyunA SoHyun) Look into my eyes, Please look at me now
watashi wo mite, Oh

Let’s have a Heart to Heart to Heart (talk)
otoko rashiku hanashite
daiji souna kurushi souna
furishite mo Stay together
Let’s have a Heart to Heart to Heart (talk)
massugu watashi wo mite yo
sunao ni itte nikumasenai de
ima wa Heart to Heart
futari Heart to Heart to Heart

au tabi mata kimi wa iuwa tada “gomen” to…
sou yatte mata owaraseyou to doushite?
onaji kotoba bakari de, Oh

ima mo mukou de anata wo mite (Heart to Heart)
watashi wa mada unazukenai (Heart to Heart)
Heart to Heart kimi no koto wo omou bakari…
nee, doushite?

Let’s have a Heart to Heart to Heart (talk)
otoko rashiku hanashite
daiji souna kurushi souna
furishite mo Stay together
Let’s have a Heart to Heart to Heart (talk)
massugu watashi wo mite yo
sunao ni itte nikumasenai de
ima wa Heart to Heart
futari Heart to Heart to Heart

**Lyrics from: http://snsdlyrics.wordpress.com/2011/08/19/4minute-heart-to-heart-japanese-version/
** I love this song. First ever Japanese song that I enjoyed.

Philippine Fashion Week Spring/Summer RTW Collection 2012

2011-10-30T18:39:00.000-07:00

So, as a continuation to my post last night, I am now blogging about the event itself. First of all, I felt really glad and proud of myself that I got invites! Not only that. I also got invites for my sister and my close friend Kath. So of course, as expected, we had so much fun. Anyway, here are some of the photos I took of the show itself. Sorry for the blurry photos. As you know, I'm no DSLR user and I'm no professional photographer.

Hot! Woot! Woot!

I think I can wear this!

My good friend, Angelica

Anyway, these are few of my shots. As much as I wanted to upload them all, I can't because my internet is so slow it's gonna take me forever. Can't wait to shop for the latest trends in fashion. How about you, what's your Spring/Summer Fashion style?

My PFW Outfit ( Spring/Summer Collection 2012 )

2011-10-30T07:10:00.000-07:00

Blake Lively-ish

Kim Kardashian-ish

Dress: People Are People

Blazer: Mom's closet

Shoes: Janeo

Bag: Kimbel

Ring: Alabang Town Center Accessory Stall

Earrings: festival mall Accessory Stall

Hair & Makeup by: Me :)

So, based on the pics above, you can see the outfit I wore today upon attending the Philippine fashion Week: Spring Summer Collection Ready To Wear Fashion. I wasn't supposed to wear this dress. I was supposed to wear a leopard print jumpsuit which I bought from SM Department Store under their Cococabana Line which consist of summer/beach clothing. But, when my sister and I went to People Are People, I saw this lovely red dress which made me think about endless possibilities with this dress. I thought I could wear it with a nice blazer so I can use it at the office and by night, after work, I can use it to got straight to party because of it's fabulous, sexy back.. And you know me. I love clothes with sexy back. So, since it was on sale, I didn't think twice. I went straight to the cashier.

To tell you more about this outfit, when I wore it with a blazer, I realized it was "Kim Kardashian" inspired. Remember how Kim K. would usually put blazers on top of really sexy dresses? That kind of style is something that women crave for because it shows a woman's feminine and masculine side in one.

When I removed the blazer, I felt like it was "Blake Lively" inspired. Take a look at some of Blake lively's photos and see how she loves sexy back clothes! I did enjoy wearing the dress and I think that this dress is one of the best ones I've got. :)

So, if you were to attend a fashion show, what's your outfit gonna be?

"Domz"

2011-10-29T08:53:00.001-07:00

Last week was a whirlwind for me. Of course, I had the challenge to bring in candidates on a tough time which I was able to accomplish despite the scarcity of the basic needs. Other than that, my other boss resigned which was a surprise for me.

But of course, it doesn't end there. Remember the guy I mentioned before who often sit beside me or I sit beside him in the van for months now and was such a gentleman to always open and close the van's door for me almost everyday? I think I already got his name. It's Domz. Or maybe Doms. I just heard from the lady he knows and who had been talking to him in the van the other day. Hmmm. Nice name. You know what? This guy is not good looking. I can't classify him as handsome but he's got charm. Maybe because he's a gentleman and he seemed mysterious. It's just funny how I seem to be attracted with this guy for months now without knowing a single thing about him. But, I wanna just leave it this way. I don't want to know a thing about him. Let's keep the mystery and let me enjoy his "gentleness" :)

Philippine Fashion Week Spring/Summer Collection

2011-10-24T21:32:00.000-07:00

I already got my invites! Will be attending the Philippine Fashion Week on Sunday. I am so excited because I will be seeing the collection by Louis Claparols who I have met personally in their humble home. I met him two years ago because of Bobby Carlos ( famous celebrity Makeup Artist ) and Erwyn Manuel, an officemate of mine. So, anyway, I am very excited to see his collection for this season.

Another thing I'm excited about for this coming PFW is I will be seeing my schoolmate/co-student government officer/friend Maria Angelica Mopera who will be one of the ramp models in the RTW show. I know she will be very stunning again just like during the Ford competition she participated in last PFW.

I will be attending with some friends of mine. I bet this will be fun. Show on Sunday will start at 2:30PM, SMX. See you there!

Cinderella Story

2011-10-18T06:48:00.001-07:00

"I've learned to NEVER look back. If Cinderella went back to pick up her shoes, she wouldn't become princess."

-<3

Got this from my sister's wall in Facebook. The moment I read it, I realized that maybe, the lesson behind the story of Cinderella is not just about different social statuses that can become one through and because of love but also, it teaches us how to wait patiently for the right time. How to be brave to let go and trust that if it's meant for you, it will happen. Cinderella never looked back when she left one of the most beautiful things she had: the glass slipper. She did not come looking for it either. But, it found its way to her.

This realization inspires me. I may have let go of so many great people, relationships or opportunities but I believe, now and always, if it's meant for me, it will be mine.

Why My Favorite Bible Story Is About Job

2011-10-13T07:43:00.001-07:00

Tonight, after work, I spent time with some friends again for the Bible Study. Of course, the usual suspects: Jackie, Chee, Eloisa, me and Ate Kate. For tonight, we did a follow up on last week's lecture which was about accepting God and letting Him in your life. So ofcourse, we discussed how our week went and we were amazed about the improvements in our personalities. God works on us to make us better people and this week showed us that.

Also, tonight we talked about Bible Stories. I mentioned to them what my favorite was : The Story Of Job. Do you know him? I remembered reading about him before. He was a blessed man. Wealthy, good health, great family. Happy indeed. But all those were taken away from him. He lost his money, his family and he got sick. His Faith was tested. But he has strong Faith that even if he lost what most people value, he believed that God is there for him. He believed in God. Soon, after the trials in his life, he became blessed for being a true child of God. Happy ending right?

I can very well relate to this. I once had everything that I can ever dream about. I had my Mom and Dad. We had money. We had a big house in an exclusive subdivision, we had a car. All I needed to do was enjoy life. But then, my dad passed away. We lost our money, the car, we had to sell our house and we had to move from a Catholic School to a cheaper Catholic School then later on, to a Public School. I thought our life was messed up. I thought I lost everything. But hey, Job experienced far worse than I did. I had my Mom and sister all the time. I was able to eat 3 times a day. I was able to go to school. I had new school stuff every June to get me excited for class. I learned to appreciate the littlest things in life since I lost the biggest things. I learned what hardwork means. What purpose means. What is life, what is strength, what is hope and what is FAITH. Yes, Faith made us survive. Now, it's a miracle that I'm still here and sharing this story to you. It's a miracle that I found a decent job without a diploma. It's a miracle that I was able to provide my sister's tuition fee until she graduated from College. If I didn't have Faith in God that He has plans for me and my family, may
be I have committed suicide. Maybe I had been pregnant at an age that I wasn't supposed to. Maybe I had taken drugs. There were many bad things that I could've become without Faith in God. But I am glad I was brought up to trust that He has better plans for me and my family. It's also good that my Mom taught us to believe that God does exist even in times of trials. Up to now, I still believe that. My trials aren't over yet. I have a long life to live and every now and then I will get hurt, I will tumble down. But the story of Job will continue to inspire me. I will cling to God no matter what the circumstance is. I trust that He has plans, bigger and better than what I have for myself.

49 Days

2011-10-09T07:44:00.001-07:00

I just finished the last few episodes of 49 Days (Pure Love). I admit. I didn't take this tv series seriously for the reason that the plot was revolving around a spirit of a comatosed woman. Talk about "Just Like Heaven" theme.

Anyway, as the story progressed, I fell inlove with the characters specially with the dispatcher and Soo Yi. Their love story was one of a kind. Both grew up in an orphanage and been together since then but the day the guy was about to give the engagement ring to Soo Yi, he met an accident and died. 5 years have passed and Soo Yi haven't moved on. But it doesn't end there because the guy became the scheduler/dispatcher of souls and later on regained his memory of his human life. He once again regained his feelings fo Soo Yi but painful as it is, he's dead and can never come back. The part that made me cry all throughout was when he was given the chance to "live" again for one day just so he can finish what he hasn't finished before he passed away. His meeting with Soo Yi made cry. You can tell they did miss each other. Every scene while they were together seemed really meanigful and dramatic. Until the part when he had to throw the engagement rings and ask Soo Yi to move on for him. Can you just imagine someone you love in front of you telling you to be happy without him and you can see that's not what he wants but he doesn't have a choice? Ouch. Painful.

Anyway, the ending also gave a wonderful twist where everybody ended up happy in heaven and on earth. I can say that the entire story was one of a kind. I don't want to tell you exactly every part of it. It's gonna be better if you watch it yourself. But I can assure you, it's worth watching and please, don't forget to prepare tissue because some scenes will break your heart. ;)

Mother-Daughter Relationship

2011-10-08T06:55:00.001-07:00

My relationship with my Mom wasn't the most perfect Mother-Daughter relationship there is. In fact, I'd have to admit that Mom and I are very different. While she's the controlling type, I'm the person who doesn't like being controlled. While she's sensitive about little things, I'm the type who disregards a lot of things. While she gets mad easily, I'm the type who needs to be provoked before I get mad otherwise, I won't react at all.

Tonight marks another challenging night between me and my Mom. We had another argument. But you know what, instead of the usual feeling that I'm upset because she just won't listen, stop and not fight with me, I felt guilty instead. Of course, I knew I did something wrong but you know what? Tonight, I felt more like I want our relationship to be fixed. Since Mark and I got together against my Mom's will, my relationship with her was never the same. I don't know but maybe she felt I neglected her and I chose Mark at the same time, I had the thought that she can't be happy for me because I did not follow what she wants for me again. But God knows that wasn't true. I know that Mom just wants the best for me and I on the other hand wants nothingelse but to make her proud of what I have become. This is one of my biggest challengs because it's concerning my Mom. The reason why I'm here writing this in my blog.

I so wanted to give Mom a hug and say I'm sorry tonight but pride gets in the way. I can't get myself to do it. I just wish that Mom and I can bond soon.. Just the two of us. Maybe then, I'll have the courage to say how sorry I am for all the wrong things I have done. I'm sorry ma.. I love you..

Dear Mr. Anonymous

2011-10-07T18:09:00.001-07:00

Dear Mr. Anonymous,

Hi! I haven't spoken with you in a while. I have been pretty occupied with so many things that I almost forgot about you. I'm so sorry. I hope you understand. I almost gave up hope that one day I will meet you. But as I continued meeting other guys, I realized they were all wrong for me. They can never be like you. And that lead me to this point when I am praying again, to find you. Something good happened yesterday. I attended a Bible Study with friends. I am now preparing for our meet up. I know it's going to be soon. I am improving myself in all aspects so that you will be proud of me. Also, I am strengthening my faith knowing that faith and not fate will lead you to me as I will be led to you as well. I am looking forward to meeting you soon. As for the meantime, take care of yourself as I will be taking care of myself too. I miss you...

Anj

Day 1

2011-10-07T08:20:00.001-07:00

Today, I guess would be one of my most life-changing experiences. We started our Bible Study after work. We decided to do it at Coffee Bean over dinner. Jackie, one of my officemates who is a devoted Christian introduced the Bible Study to us. Actually, my family used to attend those back when my Dad was sick and even after my Dad passed away. It wasn't that new to me but I admit it, I felt a pang of excitement that I will be doing something like that again.

I decided to attend a Bible Study and go back to worship God. Not that I stopped and not that I lost faith.In fact,I grew up with a strong faith in God which could be the reason why God never failed me. I was able to go to school despite financial difficulties after Dad passed away. I got myself a decent job despite the fact I'm an undergrad. That FAITH kept me alive and surviving. And really, I am doing this for several reasons. 1. I want a new life. A life with purpose. A life with direction. I mean, I can be anything, I am smart, I have looks, I have confidence but where will those take me? I need God so I can put these to use for the purpose he has created me for. 2. I want to thank God endlessly for all that I have in this life and for my life itself. Yes, it's imperfect but it's life and not everybody gets the chance to see or experience what I have gone through. 3. I want to have stronger Faith. I will go through tests and face temptations but I know, with a stronger Faith, I will survive everything and anything. I have tons of other reasons but so far, these are the basics. It's just Day 1. Ther start of a Purposeful life for me. Maybe this time, I will be touched again by His hands and show me what I am living for. Maybe, through Him, my dream to change someone's life will come to reality. But one thing's for sure, with Him life will be better.

STATUS: DATING

2011-10-06T21:03:00.000-07:00

Whoever, wherever he is... hmmm.. it's a secret. :)

FACEBOOK

2011-10-06T20:59:00.000-07:00

Check out my family history. :) I signed up for a group in Facebook with people who has the same last name as I do. I've always known that my family has a rich historical background and that we weren't pure Filipino.

Just A Quick Note

2011-10-05T06:33:00.001-07:00

Lord,

Thank You for this day. For every breath I took, for every smile I shared, for the money I spent, for the work I have done and for the family I have gone home to. Thank You for the challenge to survive and be happy. But mostly, thank You for being there for me all day. I wouldn't ask for anythingelse because I am contented with everything that you gave to me. I will not ask for more since you have given me more than enough of what I need in this life. I offer you my life, Lord. Take me to the path that You would like me to take and I will gladly follow.

Amen.

How To Love By Lil Wayne

2011-10-05T05:14:00.001-07:00

Cut the music up a little louder

You had a lot of crooks try to steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t ever figure out
How to love
How to love

You had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you're in this corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

For a second you were here
Now you over there
It's hard not to stare, the way you moving your body
Like you never had a love
Never had a love

When you was just a young and your looks were so precious
But now your grown up
So fly it's like a blessing but you can’t have a man look at you for five seconds
Without you being insecure
You never credit yourself, so when you got older
It’s seems like you came back ten times over
Now you’re sitting here in this damn corner
Looking through all your thoughts and looking over your shoulder

See you had a lot of crooks try to steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t ever figure out
How to love
How to love

See you had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you're in this corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

For a second you were here
Why you over there?
It's hard not to stare the way you moving your body
Like you never had a love
Had a love

You had a lot of dreams that transformed to visions
The fact that you saw the world affected all your decisions
But it wasn’t your fault
Wasn’t in your intentions
To be the one here talking to me
Be the one listenin'
But I admire your popping bottles and dippin’
Just as much as you admire
bartending and stripping
Baby, so don’t be mad
Nobody else tripping
You see a lot of crooks and the crooks still crook

See You had a lot of crooks try to steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t ever figure out
How to love
How to love

See you had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you in this corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

Oh,
See I just want you to know
That you deserve the best
You’re beautiful
You’re beautiful
Yeah

And I want you to know, you’re far from the usual
Far from the usual

You see you had a lot of crooks try to steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t ever figure out
How to love
How to love

See you had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you in this corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

See you had a lot of crooks try to steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t ever figure out
How to love
How to love

See you had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you in this corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

Placement Lunch From EB

2011-10-04T02:57:00.000-07:00

At KFC

Just want to share with you our pic from the lunch out that me and the girls had in celebration of EB's placement. I love these girls. Oh, and by the way, Jackie and I are already ok. Whatever happens, real friends will be friends.

Saturday High

2011-10-02T20:58:00.000-07:00

Trying to be a bit Nerdy again ♥

hmmm.. i dunno how to describe this...

Playful Me?

What are you looking at?

Ooopppssss... I didn't say that. hahaha

Mwuah!

Let's get serious this time. :)

I was sick. I was at home. I was bored. Ending: Picture taking. Yes, took pictures of myself again. My cam is so overused because of what I'm doing. But THANK YOU CAMERA ( Canon S90 ) because you ease my boredom.

Every Morning Is A Blessing

2011-10-01T16:52:00.001-07:00

Ever wokeup one day and said to yourself "Thank You. This is the LIFE I've always wanted"? I just did yesterday for a reason that I can't explain. Well, do I need to have a reason to appreciate my life? The mornings I wakeup to? I don't think so because basically, waking up every morning is already the biggest blessing and miracle that ever happened to me.

I love my life. I am living the life that I want now. Not that it's perfect because as you know, I've been going through a lot every now and then. But hey, my life doesn't suck because nobody has a life as great as mine. Nobody has walked the same path as I did who can say that it's always been easy for me. I am very thankful for every twist and turn of this life. For every loss and gain, for every tear of sadness and joy, for every trial and sucess.

Each of us should learn to appreciate life. Our lives. No matter what we are going through because it's our story. Our masterpiece. It's a gift to us and what we can do to thank Him is to love the life we are living today. Keep in mind that every breath we take might be somebodyelse's last. Appreciate life. Love your life.

Inspiration

2011-09-30T02:09:00.000-07:00

I'd like to share something that was sent to me by Jackie today:

Whenever we experience something difficult in our personal life, we are tempted to blame God. But we are the ones in the wrong, not God. Blaming God is evidence that we are refusing to let go of some disobedience somewhere in our lives. But as soon as we let go, everything becomes as clear as daylight to us. As long as we try to serve two masters, ourselves and God, there will be difficulties combined with doubt and confusion. Our attitude must be one of complete reliance on God. Once we get to that point, there is nothing easier than living the life of a saint. We encounter difficulties when we try to usurp the authority of the Holy Spirit for our own purposes.
God’s mark of approval, whenever you obey Him, is peace. He sends an immeasurable, deep peace; not a natural peace, “as the world gives,” but the peace of Jesus. Whenever peace does not come, wait until it does, or seek to find out why it is not coming. If you are acting on your own impulse, or out of a sense of the heroic, to be seen by others, the peace of Jesus will not exhibit itself. This shows no unity with God or confidence in Him. The spirit of simplicity, clarity, and unity is born through the Holy Spirit, not through your decisions. God counters our self-willed decisions with an appeal for simplicity and unity.
My questions arise whenever I cease to obey. When I do obey God, problems come, not between me and God, but as a means to keep my mind examining with amazement the revealed truth of God. But any problem that comes between God and myself is the result of disobedience. Any problem that comes while I obey God (and there will be many), increases my overjoyed delight, because I know that my Father knows and cares, and I can watch and anticipate how He will unravel my problems.

Nice isn't it? Actually, this explains what I have been doing for months. Letting go of what this human world has to offer and holding on to God's promise that He has plans for me. He knows what I am meant for and all I have to do is trust Him. I may have gone through pain, sorrow, challenges but hey, as long as He is with me, I will remain strong.

P.S.

Me, Jackie, Chee, Kate and El have decided to attend a Bible Study soon. Yes, we will do this because we want to have stronger faith in God and we want to continue learning and understanding his ways. :)

Blessing!

2011-09-29T03:05:00.001-07:00

I just got back to work today. I got sick yesterday because of being caught up in the rain during the storm. I got a bad cold, headache and mild cough. Anyway, I got in today, the usual time, 7:30AM. Then I received an email from Marco regarding a change in the schedule of his meeting with one of our candidates. I was looking at his calendar when the word “offered” was sighted. I checked… and I was surprised to see that it was the candidate I brought in! Yay!

Placement. Yes. After few months of working hard and finding suitable people for roles that we are working on, we finally found the perfect match for the perfect position with the perfect employer. It’s all about timing and really, I thought this candidate won’t be placed since it took us months to work on this! I am so glad that I got to speak to her and she met with one of my bosses and was endorsed by another boss of mine. This is what I call TEAM WORK. TEAM EFFORT. The 3 of us worked really hard for this and it feels like after the stress, sleepless nights, early morning workloads, everything…. It was all paid off. I guess this placement meant a lot to me considering that this is just my 2^nd placement in the industry since I started last February in the Fashion and Luxury Industry. The 2^nd placement that I am a “solid” part of.

I am looking forward to more placements. I am working hard on this. I am trying my best to bring in the top candidates that I can and I don’t care if I’m spending 11 hours in the office. It doesn’t matter if I start working from 7:30 or 8AM until 6PM. This is what I really want to do. This is my life. My Bread and Butter . My Love. My Destiny and everything that comes with it. It’s my career. I am challenging myself to be a more productive employee and no, I’m not killing myself. I’m just working hard and as expected, I will party hard or play hard after.

WOW! Amazing Number Of Views!

2011-09-28T21:45:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all my readers! Never expected my blog to hit views this high! :) Cheers everyone! :)

By Chance

2011-09-28T04:26:00.001-07:00

Hi
Girl, you just caught my eye
thought I should give it a try
and get your name and your number
go grab some lunch and eat some cucumbers

WHY, DID I SAY THAT?
I don't know why.
But you're smilin' and it's something' I like
on your face, yeah it suits you
Girl, we connect like we have bluetooth

I don't know why
I'm drawn to you
Could you be the other one so we'd equal two?
And this is all based on a lucky chance
that you would rather add than subtract

You and I
could be like Sonny and Cher
honey and bears
You and I
could be like Aladdin and Jasmine
lets make it happen

La La's

Hey
How've you been?
I know that it's been awhile.
Are you tired 'cause you've been on my mind
runnin' thousand and thousands of miles
Sorry, I know that line's outta style
but you
{ From: http://www.elyrics.net/read/j/j.r.a.-lyrics/you-and-i-lyrics.html }
you look so beautiful on that starry night
loving the way the moonlight catches your eyes and your
smile
I'm captivated
your beauty is timeless never outdated

I don't know why
I'm drawn to you
Could you be the other one so we'd equal two?
and this is all based on a lucky chance
that you would rather add than subtract

You and I
could be like Sonny and Cher
Honey and bears
you and i could be like Aladdin and Jasmine lets make
it happen

Babe
It's been 5 years since that special day
when I asked you on our first date
I guess it's safe to say

You and I
are better than Sonny and Cher
Honey and bears
You and I
Are better than Aladdin and Jasmine
We've made it happen

lalalalalala

Let me say
You look so beautiful on our wedding day

Thank You

2011-09-28T04:07:00.001-07:00

You won't be able to read this message. But like any other "special" people that I write unread letters to, let me just write yours here. Years from now, by chance, you might be able to read this.

Dear You,

First of all, I wanted to say Thank You. Thank you for just being the usual you. You surprise me every now and then. You show me genuine care and respect which is something I haven't found elsewhere. We have different views on things and that could be the reason why we haven't committed just yet. But what's good about it is we do not turn our backs from each other. We talk every once in a while about certain things and talking to you makes my day a lot different than my other days when I had to deal with difficult people. You just know when to listen and you give me the most matured advice. You are the peace and serenity that I've been looking for. It's like attending yoga when I start to forget what this human world is about and just focus on your presence. We've been like this for more than a year now and nothing has changed. This is the consistency that's been hard to find. And yes, we wander around the world, in different places and meet different faces but when we need each other, we both know... We've got each other's back. I won't say I love you because those words mean so much to me that I can't just let it out without knowing if we're on the right track or not. But let me just say that I care... So much. I don't ever want to see you sad or hurt. No matter where this journey takes us, keep in mind that I'm here... Always.

Someone Said Hi :)

2011-09-27T16:38:00.001-07:00

Imagine, a guy became rude to me. I didn't care and now a kind guy ( the guy who's always been so kind to me before and after we dated ) said hi.. Sent me a message asking how my family and I are because he heard about the storm. Early in the morning, something good happened. Nice things sure happen to nice people. I'm glad I am nice. :)

My Favorite Movie Lines

2011-09-27T01:11:00.001-07:00

Gigi: I may dissect each little thing and put myself out there so much but at least that means that I still care. Oh! You've think you won because women are expendable to you. You may not get hurt or make an ass of yourself that way but you don't fall in love that way either. You have not won. You're alone. I may do a lot of stupid shit but I'm still a lot closer to love than you are. -He's Just Not That into You

Gigi: Girls are taught a lot of stuff growing up. If a guy punches you he likes you. Never try to trim your own bangs and someday you will meet a wonderful guy and get your very own happy ending. Every movie we see, Every story we're told implores us to wait for it, the third act twist, the unexpected declaration of love, the exception to the rule. But sometimes we're so focused on finding our happy ending we don't learn how to read the signs. How to tell from the ones who want us and the ones who don't, the ones who will stay and the ones who will leave. And maybe a happy ending doesn't include a guy, maybe... it's you, on your own, picking up the pieces and starting over, freeing yourself up for something better in the future. Maybe the happy ending is... just... moving on. Or maybe the happy ending is this, knowing after all the unreturned phone calls, broken-hearts, through the blunders and misread signals, through all the pain and embarrassment you never gave up hope. - He's Just Not That Into You

Jamie: I'm just gonna shut myself down emotionally like George Clooney - Friends With Benefits

All these lines made an impact. I just love watching great movies :)

SMILE

2011-09-26T21:53:00.001-07:00

It's A beautiful Life ♥♥♥

Page Views

2011-09-26T21:39:00.000-07:00

I just checked my blog's stats. I have seen that this blog had been viewed 79 times here in the Philippines and 117 times in Japan. The rest of the views are from other countries like Myanmar, Singapore, UAE, USA, etc. Thank you for viewing this blog and reading my posts! :)

Much Love,

Anj

Storm

2011-09-26T16:03:00.001-07:00

Wind is blowing hard and it's raining cats and dogs outside. But definitely, we are all sure that there will come a point when this will stop. Life is just like this. Experience the worst of experiences. Get mad, be sad. But at the end of the day, you know that the worst feeling will be over because it's not always a stormy day in your life. Sun will shine, you can start anew and things will be better. :)

Life Changing

2011-09-26T02:50:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday!

Well, actually I was supposed to have a happy Monday. But later on... I ended up realizing that it wasn't that happy at all. But hey, the day is not yet over. In fact, I still have few hours left to make this day wonderful.

Today is LIFE CHANGING. Why did I say so? It's because I realized that there are really people, like real people reading my blog. Making comments, getting affected and relating to my posts. Thank you. You made me realize that this blog can change lives. Negative or Positive feedback, it doesn't matter. As long as it has affected you or somewhat made you think, it makes me believe that I am an effective writer and that I was able to send my message well.

The purpose of the blog. This blog is intended to be an outlet of my emotions and imaginations. Whatever I have written here are the product of my everyday life. My struggles, my happiness, my success stories, my dreams, the impossible things I want to make into reality. IT IS ALL HERE. Freedom of speech. This is my world. Whether or not you believe it existed, it doesn't matter. But one request, please.... DO NOT JUDGE ME FOR WHAT I HAVE WRITTEN HERE. Simply because this blog doesn't totally define me as a person. This just the tip of the iceberg. Writing something delusional doesn't mean you are delusional. Writing something impossible or non-existent doesn't mean it won't ever exist. Writing something in this blog doesn't mean it always has to mean something to someone. I am talking to you. Whoever is reading this. Have an open mind. Put into thinking why so many people has blogs or diaries. It's the same as why some people decided to be writers and create the best novels you have ever read. Yes, that is the purpose of this blog. This exists to inspire. Not to ruin lives. Not to manipulate feelings. Not to ask for attention. It exists for the purpose that you or me might be needing this at some point in time just because we relate on experiences or thoughts.

People who judge you are the ones who doesn't know a single thing about you. Today marks the nth time I have been judged UNFAIRLY. If I like you, I like you. But it doesn't mean relationships. It doesn't mean you have to be with me or I have to be with you. I am trying my best to be nice, friendly and approachable and one thing about me, I DON'T GET IN RELATIONSHIPS WITH FRIENDS. So if I say you are my friend, then you are my friend. End of story. Sometimes, people misinterpret my actions into something else and I'm sorry for that. It's just me. If you want an answer, ask me. I will tell you the truth because I don't like to keep people guessing. But if you assumed something else, that's where the problem will arise. It won't hurt to ask, really. But just so you know, I'm not that rude to myself to like or want someone and keep it to myself. I will tell you if I like you. Try to ask my friends. Try to ask the people that I grew up with.

I am not sad or angry. I am just being blunt. I am expressing my thoughts so again, do not judge me. The world is a happy place and there are a lot of happy people that I should get to know out there. People who won't judge or assume. People who would talk to me and be touched by my life or my experiences. Yes, there are a lot. And this blog beats traveling. One entry can conquer the world. Believe me.

ILML.

Cebu and Bohol Trip

2011-09-22T20:01:00.000-07:00

September 18th, me and Kath flew to Cebu to have a vacation. The flight was 9AM and by 11AM we already landed to the Mactan Airport. We spent a day touring Cebu and the following day, we were up early to sail to Bohol and enjoy the beach. Here are some of the pictures from our trip! :)

Chocolate Hills

Nico and Me

The Lovely Beach

Me and Kath

The Pool at Alona Tropical

Man-made Forest

Tarsier

Put My Name In The Sand ;)

Strange

2011-09-09T16:41:00.001-07:00

I wanted to understand things. I wanted to know what is going on. The past two days went really bad that I don't know if things will ever be the same again. I thought he and I are friends. I trusted that. I trusted the fact that we respect each other and we will never do anything that will harm each other. I have been friends with so many people and I can say that my friendships last. I have always been blunt, transparent, honest with everything regardless if it might hurt my friend sometimes because I want them to be the same with me. But yesterday, I think I lost a friend. Someone who I have so much in common with. It's depressing that what ruined the friendship was clearly immaturity: teasing, getting pissed off and not talking. It had always been my rule to talk about things specially in situations like this. I reached out regardless if my pride was at stake. Just because, I want to fix things. I don't get mad easily and it's something that I am sure of so when he said something about me, I got upset but not to the point that I won't talk to him. I really don't know. It's sad. It's unfair and it's not right. But what can I do? If he wants to walk away from the friendship and if he wants to be out of my life, then so be it. I'm not the type of friend who would stop a friend from walking away. But at least help me understand what happened. Just that and I'll be ok.

Serenity Prayer

2011-09-09T09:05:00.001-07:00

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.

Epic Fail

2011-09-07T05:25:00.001-07:00

DITO NAKALAGAY ANG ENTRY NA NAGPAASSUME SA MGA NAKABASA. PLEASE LANG. SALAMAT.

A Note

2011-09-06T21:15:00.000-07:00

In the meantime, this Peter Pan is still waiting on Wendy to take my hand and come fly with me…. All you need is a little bit of trust and some pixie dust.

Cause as you can see… even Peter will grow up for that right girl. ;)

- GPR

------------- Saw this from GP Reyes' fb page... Inspiring. :)

Falling Inlove Again

2011-08-27T00:04:00.000-07:00

I know I might be blogging about a topic again that I have blogged about for over 3 years now and it feels so weird to actually be talking about it again. But, you see... I'm just sharing my experiences about this topic and hoping that maybe some of you, my readers, can relate to what I am saying or maybe currently in the same journey as I am... The journey to find the Right One.

As I have mentioned in my previous posts, I met a great guy after my break up with Mark and this guy that I met, is the total opposite of Mark at the same time, the same exact type of guy that lies at the back of my head everytime I have a failed relationship. It might just be plain coincidence or maybe destiny. I cannot really tell. But meeting someone who is just right for me is what I call miracle after my painful breakup.

I am already treating this "chance" as a blessing from God because I am slowly starting to figure out what I really want in a relationship that for so long, I haven't totally decided upon. I just went with the flow and my own guts. I jump instantly in some things that I regret later on just because I realized, it wasn't what i really want. I end up hurting someone and hurting myself. A very impulsive, immature action I may say. And it's not easy to take each and every mistake as if I never learned from the past.

I met this wonderful guy. I do not know if he feels the same way. But talking to him gives me the challenge that I need which is to become a better me for this person. He has achieved so much in this life and man, he's too old for me but again, age doesn't matter. One thing I like about this person is he amuses me with a lot of facts. He tells me things that I have never heard before. It's like receiving my daily dose of fairytales being told to me before I go to sleep (specially when he tells me about his journeys). We like the same food and I know that he orders whatever I order based on what happened last time. He's a joker, a very funny person who appears to be sarcastic and moody in a cute way. Anyway, he's a nice person all in all and I'm infatuated.

But, I don't know if I'm ready to be in a relationship with him. I do like him or maybe love him but, I need to learn so many things to be the right girl for him. I don't think I deserve a guy as good as him... I am praying and hoping that the right time will come for us to be together. I am leaving it all to God because He knows when the perfect timing is. No rush. But definitely, his existence makes me smile each day. And he doesn't even know it. :)

Dear Edith

2011-08-26T23:33:00.000-07:00

Mom read this article a couple of days ago and shared it with me. It's a very touching story I never thought existed... Read along...

Dear Edith

Gentle Breeze

By ATTY. NELLY FAVIS VILLAFUERTE

August 21, 2011, 8:00am

MANILA, Philippines — This is a touching story on forgiveness that has been told and retold for decades. The main characters of this story are Karl, a government warehouse worker, and his wife for 25 years, Edith. They were a loving couple. Karl never failed to write Edith a long letter every night that he was on an out-of-town assignment and Karl sent small gifts to Edith. In 1949, the US government sent Karl to Okinawa for a few months to work on a warehouse. To keep herself busy, Edith bought a small unfinished cottage hoping to complete the construction by the time Karl returned. As weeks went by, the arrival of Karl’s letters became more seldom. Until a Dear Edith letter from Karl brought bad news. Karl wrote Edith that he had finally ended his marriage with Edith; that he already got a divorce by mail; and that he had already married Aiko, a 19-year-old Japanese girl – a maid assigned to Karl’s quarters. By then Edith was 48 years old. Edith was devastated but not bitter against Karl.

* * *

While in Japan, Karl wrote Edith now and then – like when he and Aiko were expecting a baby; when Marie was born in 1951. And when another baby girl Helen was born in 1953. Edith, for her part, sent Marie and Helen small presents. During all these times, Edith had still strong hope that Karl would go back home to her.

* * *

Edith did not hate Karl or Aiko. She rationalized Karl’s behavior as that of a lonely man far from home. Deep in her heart, Edith believed that the marriage between Karl and Aiko would not last long due to the age gap and the culture differences. In the meantime, Edith continued working in a factory. Until one day, a Dear Edith letter from Karl brought the sad news that he was dying of lung cancer. In that letter, Karl expressed his fear that nobody would take care of Aiko, Marie, and Helen when he died. Understandably so. Because by then, Karl’s savings had been being depleted by his medical expenses.

* * *

Edith, out of compassion and to give peace of mind to Karl whom she still dearly loved despite his abandoning her for another woman, reassured Karl that she would take the two girls to live with her in Massachusetts if Karl wouldl die. Initially, Aiko resisted. In 1956, Aiko agreed. The two girls adjusted fast to American life. And amazingly, the two girls brought so much joy to Edith. Living alone in Japan, Aiko wrote sad letters to Edith and expressed her homesickness for the two girls. Edith, as a final expression of her love for Karl decided to get Aiko to live with her and the two girls in the US. There was a problem though. Aiko was a Japanese citizen. Edith was not discouraged.
Finally, through the help of one newspaper reporter (and others who responded to Edith’s story as narrated by the newspaper reporter in his column in one well-known newspaper), Edith was able to arrange to bring Aiko to the US.
The picture of a frail, small, and fearful lady coming off the plane at New York’s International Airport melted whatever remaining hate Edith had for Aiko. The Japanese lady rushed into the arms of Edith after standing and clutching the railing of the plane for sometime. While they held each other, Edith had this thought: “Help me Lord to love this girl as if she were part of Karl.”

* * *

Dear Edith is an amazing and a heartfelt story of forgiveness and selflessness. Instead of being bitter, vindictive, angry, and unforgiving, Edith showed love. She demonstrated forgiveness that comes from the heart. (This information was culled from a story appearing in a book by the late Norman Vincent Peale, a Christian preacher, motivational speaker and author)

http://www.mb.com.ph/node/331418/dear-edith

Franz' 7th Birthday

2011-08-21T21:03:00.000-07:00

from left to right: Gladys, Ate Liezl, Ate faye, Angel and Me

It's Sunday And I'm Inlove

2011-08-20T20:02:00.000-07:00

Happy Sunday! I'm gonna be busy today. Will be going out tonight to attend my niece's birthday party. So excited to see relatives tonight!

I haven't been clubbing for weeks now. But it's all good. I love laid back weekends too just as much as I love party weekends. :)

Nothing much had been going on but I think I'm fine.. thanks to the one who sends me messages daily and to the one who makes me feel attractive at times. hahaha :)

HAPPY SUNDAY!

My Childhood

2011-08-16T20:55:00.000-07:00

They would often say that if a person is bitter about life, most probably, he or she had a bad childhood experience. I don't know if this is true. Let me just share with you some childhood pics of mine and see how happy my childhood was... :)

My First Birthday

My Sister and Me

Me and My Sister

My Sister and Me

Me and My Sister With Mom and Dad

Me!

I'm A Work In Progress

2011-08-16T05:44:00.000-07:00

"What doesn't kill you will only make you stronger" something that my Aunt told me last night. I may have gone through a lot, but I don't regret any single thing I did or experienced. Simply because I know, I became a stronger person because of what I have gone through.

Not everyday is a cloudy day. There would be bad times but definitely, I have a lot of good times to cherish. I just gotta continue believing that there is something better in store for me.

ILML.

Party With Kae

2011-08-08T21:29:00.000-07:00

Cha, Kae and Me

Me and Kae

Cha, Kae and Mac

Kae and Me

I haven't seen this girl for over a decade. She was my classmate, busmate and neighbor back when I was in grade 3. It feels really good to catch up with old but good friends.

After A Long Time

2011-08-05T20:41:00.000-07:00

FINALLY! I am now able to blog properly after so many days ( weeks maybe? ). I haven't' blogged anything decent recently as I was busy at work plus the fact that I was also organizing and planning my weekend after weekend to keep me occupied. I think I am now a total "event" planner for myself. I've had the chance to catch up with so many people recently and it was the best feeling ever when you get to speak to people who have known you way back when you had that drastic haircut or when your skin wasn't as fair as it is now. Back when the world seems to be as simple as sleeping and eating everyday and not having to worry about bills or work or lovelife. Ahhhhhhh.... I miss being a kid and that is one of the many reasons why I went back to where I came from... with the people I was with when life was simple.

So, just a quick update on my life. Let's start from last Saturday. Finally, I dated someone. haha! After 4 months of just plainly being single ( no dates ) I decided to go out with someone! I would like to congratulate the lucky guy because he was able to convince me to go out with him. But moreover, I commend myself for having the courage to take one step forward and agree on a date just when I thought I wouldn't want to. It wasn't really a serious date and I told the guy that I can't promise to like him back. I was looking for that "spark" which unfortunately, I didn't see on that date. But hey, it wasn't really a total failure. He was a great guy. Gentleman, nice and just how a guy should be on a first date. But, now he's gone. hahaha. Oh well, I guess, he's really not the one for me.

I also did some shopping last week after I got my incentive. And, I can say that my belly dancing has proved to be successful because from size 30, I am now size 27 in jeans. And of course, I celebrated by shopping a pair of jeans and shorts. haha!

After that my entire week was just about work. I was busy looking for the "necessities" in my industry and yesterday, my boss called to ask me about my calls the other day. i admit, my fault. I missed out on the important part of my job even if I was able to book someone in. PC wasn't working properly, the day was going slow, I was emailing people and reading notes candidate per candidate trying to figure out what to do with each of them. I thought i was in big trouble when my boss called. But good thing he told me he's just challenging me to do better and to level-up on my skills as a Researcher. I told him before that I wanted to get promoted. And his honesty towards my performance is something that I really appreciate. He told me to impress him next week. So HELL, I AM GOING TO WORK MY ASS REALLY HARD NEXT WEEK!!!! I.Promise.

Anyway, tonight I will be going out with Kae, my close friend back in grade 3 and after so many years, we will finally see each other!!! I am very excited. We got a lot to talk about. haaaaaaaayyyyyyyy. How I miss my childhood friends.

Hopefully next week will be a productive one, just how it should be. And, I am also counting the days to our Cebu trip! September 18-21 it is! hahaha...

ILML.

I Secretly Dream Of Paris

2011-08-04T21:32:00.000-07:00

I wanna be in Paris. I wanna see the Eiffel Tower. I wanna see it at night.

Prayer For Your Soulmate

2011-08-03T20:43:00.000-07:00

A Prayer for Your Soul Mate

The Prayer
I am most grateful for the realization that I have found within myself. I know I am ready to receive my soul mate, as I feel worthy of this blessing. Please help me to prepare my soul for this other being to come into my life.
• I ask to release the thoughts, words, patterns, and behaviors that keep me from living in peace.
• I ask to be complete with relationships that are out of harmony and balance with my life.
• I ask to align my body, mind, and spirit with the thoughts, words, and actions that allow me to feel worthy.
• I ask to love myself to the fullest capacity so that I can attract this significant person into my life.
• I ask to know without a shadow of doubt, when I meet this person.
• I ask you, dear God, to send me the person you feel would be for my highest good.

I trust and believe in your knowing and your loving support, to bring me this person.

May I always remember…
• My soul mate is here to love, honor, and respect me.
• My soul mate is here to walk by my side.
• My soul mate is here to show me how precious this life journey is.
• My soul mate is here to support me.
• … to remind me that I am not in control.
• … to help me allow YOU to guide my life.
• … to assist me to realize my spiritual work.
• … to reflect my fullest potential.
• … to encourage me when I need encouragement.
• … to hold me when I need to be held.
• … to help me through the pain of my darkest moments.
• … to remind me to live fully in the present moment.
• … here to laugh, to love, and to celebrate this life with me.
• … to help me become a living example of this way.
• … to walk the talk and share this journey with others.
•
My soul mate is here to be with me as we learn to dance with each other,
through all of life’s adventures.

We give thanks to you, dear God, as YOU shine your light upon us, reflecting our radiance of love out into the world.

May we serve YOU, one another, and all others through this precious LOVE.

Thank you God, and so it is.

http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/a_prayer_for_your_soul_mate

This is something that was shared to me by a good friend. In all honesty, I didn’t have an idea that there is such prayer existing until this friend of mine, who believes in soulmates, sent me this link. I’d like to share it with you just in case you are also one of us… waiting for our other half… waiting for the right one… or waiting to be found…

Saturday High

2011-07-29T18:05:00.000-07:00

I am freakin' out.. after 4 monthss... I will be dating someone this afternoon... and will be watching Captain America. Let's see how it goes.

Fireflies by Owl City

2011-07-29T17:06:00.001-07:00

You would not believe your eyes
If ten million fireflies
Lit up the world as I fell asleep

Cause they fill the open air
And leave teardrops everywhere
You'd think me rude, but I
Would just stand and stare.

I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly.

It's hard to say that I'd
Rather stay awake when I'm asleep,
Cause everything is never as it seems.

Cause I'd get a thousand hugs
From ten thousand lightening bugs
As they tried to teach me how to dance.

A foxtrot above my head,
A sock-hop beneath my bed,
The disco ball is just hanging by a thread.

I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly.
It's hard to say that I'd
Rather stay awake when I'm asleep,
Cause everything is never as it seems.
(When I fall asleep.)

Leave my door open just a crack.
(Please take me away from here.)
Cause I feel like such an insomniac.
(Please take me away from here.)

Why do I tire of counting sheep?
(Please take me away from here.)
When I'm far too tired to fall asleep

To ten million fireflies.
I'm weird, cause I hate goodbyes
I got misty eyes as they said farewell

But I'll know where several are
If my dreams get real bizarre
Cause I saved a few,
And I keep them in a jar.

I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly.
It's hard to say that I'd
Rather stay awake when I'm asleep,
Cause everything is never as it seems.
(When I fall asleep.)

I'd like to make myself believe
That planet Earth turns slowly.
It's hard to say that I'd
Rather stay awake when I'm asleep
Because my dreams are bursting at the seams

More lyrics: http://www.lyricsmania.com/fireflies_lyrics_owl_city.html
All about Owl City: http://www.musictory.com/music/Owl+City

Soulmate

2011-07-28T21:38:00.001-07:00

Lately, I’ve been talking to a guy friend of mine who would often joke about finding his soulmate. In all honesty, I have been torn ever since if “soulmates” actually exist until I read Paulo Coelho’s Brida, which gave me enlightenment about the topic. I know the book was fiction but nevertheless, the details seemed so clear that at the back of my mind, I agree with the whole concept of soulmates. I rarely talk about it just because I know I am a hopeless romantic and I believe in the impossible which most people find really weird. Most are practical and not really up to the idea of finding the one who’s really meant for you but rather go with what they want regardless if connection emotionally or spiritually was there or not.

So, I was thinking about it last night too. I was speaking with Kae through twitter and I was telling her how I wish I can meet my soulmate soon. It’s a crazy thought but I think I found mine. And it’s funny that just like Brida, I knew it was him but I was trying to erase the thought because there are other things I should be thinking about or working on in my life. I felt it. It was weird that I found someone who does the things that I have always wished someone would do. Little things like ordering the same food as I do, liking the same music and the same hobbies which is close to impossible that someone from the other part of the world would be like, knowing you barely know each other.

It was the feeling that you know he would talk to you among the crowd and you start to stare at him and recognize that he is familiar in a sense that you know you will get along well. It’s that thought when you are listening to good music and realize that it was something that reminds you of him. But no, I won’t be romantically involved anytime soon. I am taking my time. This soulmate of mine will wait, he can wait until I am a better person. Until I realize what’s best for us: To be together or apart.

Loving The Me Time and Me Chances

2011-07-26T06:30:00.001-07:00

I haven't seriously blogged about my life recently. Sorry for that. I was too tired and a lot of things had been going on that I can't even find time to blog about my thoughts.

Well, honestly speaking, I was empty the past few days. I was working real hard recently and I am focusing on my goals. I had the chance to be close with people I never expected I would ever mingle with and I guess, this is the miracle of being single. It's opening your door to more people, more chances of learning and more time to realize just what you want in life. What are negotiables and non-negotiables for you.

I met a lot of great people recently. Interesting people, I may say, from different walks of life. They are the reason why I am inspired right now. Don't get me wrong. My family is my biggest inspiration, but those that I have met recently, came as a surprise which made things better for me. I am thankful I met them and that I am now building a strong relationship with each of them.

I haven't dated anybody in 4 months which I think is the best decision I made for myself. Some guys already expressed their intentions to me and I appreciate the fact that they find me attractive because I am me. I appreciate the fact that they are enjoying my company and wanted to get to know me better.

I am not closing my door to a possible relationship anytime soon even though I have said before that I can't imagine myself being in a relationship anytime soon... Because really, I think we can never tell what's gonna happen next. I just trust that the best will happen... In God's time.

Smart All Stars vs Smart Gilas

2011-07-24T21:36:00.000-07:00

Yesterday before 1PM, we were already at Araneta Coliseum. Did not eat breakfast nor lunch but we seemed to have a lot of energy to use because we were OVERLY excited to witness Kobe Bryant, D. Rose, Evans, Mcgee, Fisher and other NBA stars play in the Araneta Coliseum.

I was with Kath, as expected. haha! So anyway, here are the pics from yesterday's game.

BB, Tickets, Frapp. Just what we needed to have fun for that day!

Kath and Me!

NBA All Stars and Philippine Gilas

EPIC. EPIC.EPIC. Still can't get over it! For a fanatic like me, it was a DREAM COME TRUE!!!!

I Never Knew I Needed by Neyo

2011-07-19T05:22:00.001-07:00

(ooh)
for the way you changed my plans
for being the perfect distraction
for the way you took the idea that i have
of everything that i wanted to have
and made me see there was something missing (oh yeah)

for the ending of my first begin
(ooh yeah yeah)(ooh yeah yeah)
and for the rare and unexpected friend
(ooh yeah yeah)(ooh yeah yeah)
for the way you're something that i never choose
but at the same time something i don't wanna lose
and never wanna be without ever again (oh oh)

you're the best thing i Never Knew I Needed
so when you were here i had no idea
you're the best thing i never knew i needed
so now it's so clear i need you here always

my accidental happily (ever after oh oh oh)
the way you slime and how you comfort me (with your laughter)
i must admit you were not a part of my book
but now if you open it up and take a look
you're the beginning and the end of every chapter (oh oh)

you're the best thing i never knew i needed (oh)
so when you were here i had no idea
you're the best thing i never knew i needed (that i needed)
so now it's so clear i need you here always

who'd knew that I'd be here (who'd knew that I'd be here oh oh)
so unexpectedly (so unexpectedly oh oh)
undeniably happy (hey)
said with you right here, right here next to me (oh)
girl you're the..

you're the best thing i never knew i needed (said i needed oh oh)
so when you were here i had no idea
you're the best thing i never knew i needed (needed oh)
so now it's so clear i need you here always
baby baby
now it's so clear i need you here alway

From: musica.com

Looking Back

2011-07-17T20:40:00.001-07:00

I just love clothes that have sexy back...

Republiq With My Cousin Mario!

2011-07-17T19:30:00.000-07:00

Saturday night, I was out partying with one of the closest person in my heart. I partied with my cousin, Mario! We haven't seen each other for about 2 to 3 years and I was so surprised when he actually sent me a message asking how he can be guestlisted in Republiq on Saturday. So, being the party girl that I am, luckily, I know how that goes. I've been partying at Republiq for quite sometime now. I even call it my "happy place". So, last night was the most anticipated night. I had the chance to see him again and i met new people as well. I learned he now works as a Consumer Marketing Manager at Nestle Philippines which is actually one of the top companies here in the Philippines. I also learned he had an operation recently and still trying to recover from it. We talked about so many things and had fun dancing with his friends. Here are some pics I have taken from the great night with him and his friends.

Me and My Cousin Mario

Monte Carlo With My Girls

2011-07-09T02:31:00.000-07:00

6PM, I was in a hurry to get to Alabang simply because I have a movie date scheduled with 2 of my closest friends. However, the van that I took didn't leave on time and it was raining really hard so I got to Alabang later than expected. I got there past 7PM and I was soaking wet and looking really unpleasant.

So, 8:40 was the movie schedule. It was a nice, girly movie and it showed so many nice spots in Europe. After the movie, Janella had to leave early whil Kath and i decided to stay behind and have pizza at Giligan's. So, of course, part of the girl bonding is to talk about our failed lovelives and how our breakups took place and the realizations we had. It was a short conversation since we had to leave before 12mn but definitely, we were able to catch up on the basics. We will be watching Harry Potter next week and also we will be seeing each other on Friday next week, Mark Bermudez' birthday.

I enjoyed my Friday with the girls more than the movie. Oh, and I want to go to Europe. can someone take me there? Puhleez.... ? :)

Lucille Is Getting Married!

2011-07-05T21:47:00.001-07:00

Yesterday I received a message in Facebook with an attachment. I downloaded it and after that I was in total shock. Lucille, my good friend back in 6^th grade is getting married this coming July 16^th. We’re of the same age. We haven’t seen each other in years because after graduation, she moved to Lanao with her Mom. However, we still maintained a good communication through Social Networking sites. Thank God for their existence right?

So anyway, when I heard the news, I cried. Like really. I became so emotional. Haha! It was because I know Lucille is a very sweet and smart girl. Our muse in class and a leader in school. She has that strong personality which made her one-of-a-kind and I’m so happy that she finally found the man she wants to spend the rest of her life with. Not everybody in my age gets married. Some just get pregnant, some had live-in partners. Don’t get me wrong. I have nothing against those who weren’t married but living with their man and having a family of their own. It’s just that I feel, Lucille is a very lucky girl because she’s getting married. In this modern age, it’s not so usual anymore. I met some guys who would rather have many kids than get married to a woman. They’ve been so occupied with the thought that being single is the life of a man and being a Mom is the life of a woman. Lucille found a man who truly loves her and offered her a lifetime commitment that not every man can give.

We won’t be able to attend Lucille’s wedding but definitely, we are wishing her a perfect moment on her wedding where her happily ever after starts. After that, she will have a new life already with bigger and brighter priorities in life. I think marriage is the second best thing in a woman’s life. First is becoming a Mom.

We are all growing up and getting to the part that we never thought we’ll be headed to. It’s just nice that we have seen each other grow and mature. The remaining singles in the group would just be me, Janella, Kath, Marky, Elmer, Nedlloyd, Nico and Jimmy. Who’s next is something we don’t know.

Cheers!

Thank You Post

2011-07-03T04:00:00.000-07:00

Today is a very laid back day for me. home alone, a lot of room for my thoughts and realizations and just basically concentrating about anything and everything about me. Now, I also feel that it is the perfect time to THANK the people who made me happy, strong and accepted regardless of what mistakes I have done in this life. These people are the people that I will forever be thankful for.

1. Janella
My bestfriend since 6th grade. Capricorn, born on Janury 17th. I so love her for being my betsfriend all these years. She made me feel what true friendship means. Always one call or text away. We lost contact for sometime because as we grow, we have to deal with our own issues but nevertheless, friends will always be friends and we're still here for each other specially when either of us feels like we can't face the world alone.

2.Marky
My guy bestfriend and the only person I know who doesn't recognize the existence of curfews. haha! He is the only guy I trust who is outside of my family. He's like a brother to me and we've been through a lot together. We would go out and it doesn't matter if I end up crying as I tell him my story of heartaches and pain. he just patiently listens. A Gemini like me, born on June 21st and single since birth.

3. Katherine/Kath
Kath and I have been friends since 5th grade. We have the same personality. Outgoing, fun, creative and always up for something different. She's my out of town, gym, malling, partying buddy and definitely a soul sister. Always up for dating and on the search for Mr. Right. Born on January 23rd, Aquarian and had just 1 boyfriend.

4. My Family
My family gives me the assurance that there is something good out of the bad things I have experienced in life. I am thankful that I have a very supportive family. they are the reason behind every success that I had with things I want in this life. I am a go-getter just because they made me believe that nothing is impossible in this life as long as you are willing to get what you want.

EPIC NIGHT with Friends

2011-07-02T22:32:00.000-07:00

Saturday was the day I've been looking forward to! First, because I was scheduled to watch Transformers and second, because I will be watching with people close to my heart. I woke up early that day just to get tickets as soon as the mall opens because I know lines will be super long. I got to the mall around 10AM and found myself lined up in one of the ticket booths. It was crowded in as early as 10AM! I was busy tweeting about what was going on just in case someone was planning to go a little later. Just trying to set expectations for people. It's like everybody's watching Transformers 3. So, anyway, I got 3 tickets only to find out that Marky and Mark wanted to watch too and I can't catch up on the line anymore as the number of people doubled after about an hour or so. Then I decided to go to Southern Flavors to grab lunch. I wasn't really starving so I just got myself and Iced Tea and Quesadillas while waiting for either my sister, Gladys, or my bestfriend, Janella, to arrive. Soon after, my sister arrived and ordered nachos, which was by the way, really tasty! I will post the pics of the food we got here: http://bigappettite.blogspot.com. Enjoy the pics below!

Marky, Me, Gladys, Janella, Mark

Our Transformers Tickets

The Band

Me and Janella

Marky and Me

My sister and Janella

Mark and Me

My Bestfriends!

Mark and Me

Mark and Mark?!haha!

Manuel in Manila

2011-07-01T03:32:00.000-07:00

Just want to share some pics from the recent lunch out I had with some officemates and our Consultant, Manuel:

(from left: Grace, Manuel, Chee, RC, Me and Eloisa)

The Whole Group

Rey, Fe and Josh

Grace, El,Me,Chee and Jackie

Manuel, Ron and RC

Grace and El

It was a fun lunch! people cracking jokes over gym stories. I just love lunch outs with these peeps. The food we ate? view from here: http://bigappettite.blogspot.com.