Dreams

When I was younger, Dad used to bring me to his work where I would stay all day, contented reading my book while watching him work. I would sit on his executive chair, share his table, be amused with his collection of highlighters and stationeries. Somehow a dream was formed in my head that someday, I, too could have those.

Years later, this is where I am. I got my own office. I got a title. I got my own chair, table, and gadgets. It still feels surreal.

It all started with a good example, then dreams were formed; I worked hard to be where I am and it paid off.

I am one blessed lady and I will forever be grateful for that. I have been through a lot of ups and downs as life's not smooth-sailing. But I never gave up. I cried, weeped, and lamented over frustrations. I prayed hard and fervently. And God heard.

Press on. Follow your dreams. Continue to set goals. ;)

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Impromptu Photoshoot

Life has passed me by so quickly. I treated it so seriously that I often remove fun out of my life. A few weeks back, my assistant and I needed to have our photos taken. With a clear white painted wall as our background, we decided to do the shoot in our office. From what was supposed to be a serious shoot turned a crazy one. We did it for like 15minutes and boy, the fun that it brought us. It was a good reminder that life passes us so quickly so we might as well enjoy it as it passes us by. :) Click!

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My Life in Pictures

I can't believe that I have almost given up on my dreams and my plans in life. So, that's how it feels to be literally down and out. For a time, I thought that I was where I should be and that was the end of it all. It was one of the toughest things that I went through. But now I know that God has better plans for me. 


I now enjoy a job which I never thought I'd be in. I made quite a lot of friends. I am meeting new people almost everyday and so far, it has been such a treat. I left  a great legacy at my previous job. I'm assured that I made true friends there. Then, there are my reliable best buds who have seen me cry and laugh through all that hoolabaloos.


I still say that God has been so gracious. At my lowest point, and I mean emotionally and even financially, God sent my friends and family to support me. Despite the lack, I never went empty. I still got opportunities to eat salmon and even the best mouth-watering steaks in town! 


God even made me witness Him answer prayers. I've been praying for my friend's visa to be approved and in like a few weeks, he was off to the States, where he was able to spend his birthday as he performs his work responsibilities. 


Then, I was reunited with a long forgotten hobby that I liked --- watching basketball games. Oh, nothing beats shouting from the top of your lungs, cheering for your team and yeah, cheering even more. hahah! You see, I have been so down that I never ever thought that it would even happen. 


I remain in a daze whenever I think of these things. It is just so amazing. When things around you isn't work out, never give up and JUST KEEP MOVING FORWARD. God has a lot of amazing things in store for you. Never ever doubt. This is definitely something that I will keep in mind all the days of my life.

Transitions and Changes

A lot of things already happened to me. I have accepted and quit, flown in and out, moved back and on. I wonder what is next. I am enjoying my life right now. It is not easy, it is hectic but nonetheless it is fulfilling. 


Just like any story, I already have reached the climax, thus I am on my denouement. Life is a bit slow. It is not how I expected things to be but then again, only one can expect so much right. 


I guess I need to learn how to enjoy every moment I'm in. Rushing or moving on too quickly would rob me of enjoying the present and actually finding out what's in store for me. It is funny how earlier I can't help but rant to myself and question the fact if I made the right decision. And now, here I am detesting every single negative thought that I had made.


It's also funny that my quiet time this morning was all about not neglecting the small deeds. Oh this is definitely one major rebuke for me. Haha. (yeah there is a smile on my face as I type these thoughts in). 


Alright, these are all but rant. I better get back to work. :)

Greater Things Are Yet To Come

My life has not been smooth sailing. In terms of my career, I have encountered drought and quite a lot of heart-breaking moments. Yet I kept telling myself never to grow bitter, never question God's will. I cried and went through these heartbreaking experiences. I felt low and not good enough. Nonetheless, I pressed on and continued for living, looking forward to what God has in store for me.


My time has come. This is something I am sure of. My dreams are almost at hand and I have to admit I am overwhelmed. I know that this is the time God has appointed for me. And this time I will soar like an eagle with my wing outstretched wide.


I finally landed a job that excites me and it will utilize my skills. I know this next chapter in my life won't be a walk in the park but I got nothing to fear. My backer is greater than my mind could ever comprehend. He knows way better than I do and I know He will see me all throughout my life's journey.


I am excited... and excited is not even enough to describe what I have to say. I know that greater things are yet to come and I believe this because it's now unfolding right before my very eyes. I got all that I need -- a loving family, a great career opportunity, encouraging relatives, supportive friends, exciting life, a loving God & Savior in Jesus Christ ... there's nothing else that I could ever ask for. This is the life!


-J

Faith

2 Cor 4:17-18 "For our present troubles are small & wont last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them & will last forever! So we dont look at the troubles we can see now; rather we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen"

When problems come our way, we often tend to spend so many times looking for ways on how to overcome the problems. Time after time, we fall into that pit where we find ways to wrestle with the prob, at the end, we feel exhausted, we take a pause and we realize that we're back to square one.

It's nice to be reminded that when trials or troubles come, we must not be overwhelmed by it. And instead of being driven crazy about these, we must allow these trials to drive us to Christ & not to depend on what we can do.

Although things may not be pleasant right now, we must always have that attitude to look beyond what we are going through right now so we may rise above and look forward to what is yet come. After all, as soon as this problem is over, we'll realize that another Christian character has been honed in us. Isn't that something we could all look forward to? Being strong and becoming the person that God wants us to be...


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Ending of a Dream

It has always been a dream for me to go to this paradise with my family and exactly 4 days ago, it happened. Four days of fun, eating a lot, spending peaceful slumbers, dipping at the pool & conquering the waves. It has been so surreal.

Sadly, dreams do come to an end. I woke up with a painful tug in my heart. It's like as if I don't want to wake up from this anymore.

Contemplating with all that has transpired, I can't help but agree that this has been a good dream after all... Imagine, it's rare nowadays that we get vacation from work all at the same time. It's not everyday that we get free accommodations at a posh hotel. It's not everyday that I wake up to a beautiful sight...where the fine white sands meet the sea. Where I could just walk anytime of the day & be carefree; where I could simply enjoy a drink or two with my brother. Oh, this is the life. As much as I hate for this dream to end, I have to let go and wake up from this.

Because I know that only from waking up from this present dream could I make and start dreaming of new ones...

I will forever cherish this good times. It is by far, one of the best dreams I've ever dreamt of so far.

Much love,
j
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Vacation

Yes, I'm back home. Hello, Boracay! I guess I really left my heart here. I can't seem to stop myself from coming back to this place.

This time there's a good reason why I'm here. My parents are celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary. Can you believe it? 30 years of being together. Wow!

Aside from that, it's their 1st time to be here. So, here you go... My plane photo with my brother. Oh, and to capture the moment, check out my mom & dad's boat pic. Haha! You see my mom is not a big fan of boats so this is quite momentous.

Anyway, I got a few more days to be here. I'm super duper looking forward to what is yet to come in the days to come.

For now, toodles. I'm spent.
G'night!
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Letting Go & Holding On

In life, there will always be those moments when you have to let go and there are just those moments when you got to hold on.

Today, I woke up early. I had an early breakfast with my loves. You see, I have been through quite a lot of tough times. Betrayal -- I had my fair share so yeah, you could say I have grown wiser by keeping only a few close friends. I was really looking forward to spending some quality time with Mav & Pau.

Breakfast went well. The pancakes satisfied my cravings. The three of us talked about the fun and funny stuffs that transpired in our lives. Seeing them & reconnecting with them felt like as if the 4 months that we didnt see each other weren't a reality at all. Bonding with Mav & Pau was so natural that it felt like we were just with each other yesterday!

We didn't stay long together. I had lunch with my family while it's Pau's grandma's birthday so soon enough, the three of us had to part ways.

Realizations? I had a lot. In my life, I finally have learned to let go. Though I haven't perfected it, at least I'm not collecting clutters in my life. I have let go of the people who have hurt me, use me, taken me for granted, and betrayed me. I have let go of painful pasts and horrible circumstances... But despite these, I refuse to be branded as scarred. Because I know what and who to keep. I know what and who to value...


.. And DEFINITELY, Mav & Pau are two of those people I'm holding on to.

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Silliness

22 April 2012

I feel old! haha! A decade ago, I was just like my niece, off to college, excited to find out what's in store for me. Fast forward -- now, my niece, Abi, is off to college and here I am giving her tips and unsolicited advices. Never have I imagined that being a "tita" is this fun. 


Well, I guess I am looking forward to what's in store for her. I am excited to share with her what to expect in college -- from subjects, homeworks, gimmicks to boy. Lol. 


Definitely I won't be the doting tita. (I know I'm not her mom.) But one thing is for sure, I will be there for her when the moment comes that she needs a friend or at least someone to just speak with... be it about serious realities of life or some sort of silliness... :)