My Secret Dream

During my first year in law school, I casually told my classmate, Ma'am Geraldine, one of the reasons why I want to be a lawyer....

She smiled at me when I told her, "When I will be a lawyer, I wanted to be a guest speaker in a graduation exercises of my alma mater"... She could have thought it a joke, because that dream was so simple and not one that would spark an interest. Yah, I thought too, that what I dreamt of doing is insignificant....

Years passed by but my mind was still bugged by my somewhat silly statement. Yet, I realized that when I uttered those words, it meant a lot to me. I wanted to talk before the graduates and inspire them with my life's experiences and struggles.

My secret dream became a reality yesterday. I did deliver my Commencement Speech in the graduation exercises of my alma mater. I felt so happy! I hope that I was able to touch young hearts towards the right track and make them dream big and pursue their dreams no matter what....

My lucky number: 837

I have mixed feelings upon hearing the most-awaited news in my life... My friends already cried with happiness, but I have not cried a tear when they called me up of the results of the Bar Exam.

PASSING THE 2011 BAR EXAM IS NOT A JOKE. It means a new life for me. I felt in my heart excitement, happiness and uneasiness! I have to be sure that I really made it and see for myself that it is really happening. That I am now a Lawyer for real!...

When I finally saw with my own two eyes the result, I was listed in number 837, I was truly overjoyed!!!! Thank You so much my Lord, my Creator for giving me this wonderful gift.

Yes!!!! I won the battle!

You Are Loved, Whitney Houston

You painted a colorful life

Nothing is wasted indeed...

You made a legacy of beautiful music 

Every bit brings with it a beautiful story -

of strength, hope, love, and of living life at its best.

You are loved, Whitney Houston.

Your voice will never be forgotten by many.

because of that, I Will Always Love You!

Learning American Accent

Learning English is so fascinating. It is like playing with words, grouping it together to become sentences then sentences are grouped to become paragraphs and so on..... Writing words has an art. However, literally voicing those words has a different form too!

In one training I attended, we were taught the American Accent training, and there was Paul Gruber's workshops. I feel like I was a kid, learning how to pronounce words the American way. I super love it when I hear his voice saying, "Very Good"... Ajah! I feel like I am more confident now to talk with Americans. I hope that I will be able to get an A+ grade from them! :)

One Fine Day

Experience the white sand beach in Isla Del Mar Beach Resort? Wow, I could not believe real relaxation at its best. The water was super nice, I did play with the waves....
 
I personally do not like sunbathing but I was under the sun all day! Imagine me getting sun burnt? I would probably be super toasted. Hahahaha! But this day was an exemption. I could not resist the seawater, the white sand and sheer pleasure.

Love this day so much!!!!

I was like a kid! Hmmmmm..... 

Cute pose!

I hope to explore nature again next time! See yah!

A Little Act of Goodness

December 29, 2011. Home for the Aged.

My niece, Cry2 tagged along with me when I joined my batchmates in high school for an Outreach Program. VISITING THE HOME FOR THE AGED . We conducted this instead of the usual high school reunions, for a change.

I felt a fierce pain in my heart when an old man, a resident of that institution came near me and Cry2. He hugged Cry2 to the latter's surprise. My little companion was sure taken aback but I explained to her that the "Lolo" missed his "Apo" who did not pay him a visit for years now.  

The old man cried. But I knew he was happy. This is just a little act of goodness before the year ends. More for 2012!!! :)

The Lolo approached Cry2

Then he dedicated a song to his "Apo" (grandchild)...

Our visit made his day.

 

Hopes for Year 2012

The new year is too near! Gosh, I really have a lot of plans and hopes. But foremost is my passing and hopefully, topping the bar ~... Quite a big dream but makes my heart happy.

I pray for God's wisdom and guidance. Nobody can do anything perfectly without His permission. Life is filled with puzzles, and I intend to place the pieces correctly and promptly.


I pray for good health. Health is very important. For how can I enjoy everything if I am weak and plagued with disease.

I pray for happiness. It is the air that breathes life to my being. I hope to live harmoniously and blissfully with my love-ones and new found friends each day.

I pray for peace of mind. It will bring tranquility amidst a world that has a lot of trials, so that I may sleep comfortably, not disturbed by nightmares.


I pray for God's blessings. Each day and forever, so that I may be able to live my life nicely and share it with others.

I have a lot of prayers. There are a lot more. Better kept inside than said.

THESE ARE MY HOPES for the coming years of my life...

Taylor Swift Has Swept Us :)

TAYLOR SWIFT. Singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, actress. Rolled into one!

How has this young lad from Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, United States touched millions of lives? Well, I am pretty sure that she has touched kids, teenagers and even us, adults deep into our beings to do something better for this world.

My niece, Paula Marie is an avid fan of Taylor Swift. She wore her hair like Taylor, act like Taylor and her school stuffs are even filled with Taylor's name. I sometimes call her Taylor-addict as she would usually stay in front of the TV set, waiting for MYX to play Taylor's songs.  :) 

Seeing her obsession of anything depicting Taylor Swift, I made an agreement with her. She has to get real GOOD GRADES in exchange for an album containing all Taylor’s songs including her autobiography... Paula readily accepted the condition, and true to her word, she got high grades and is included in the top 5.

I am a very happy and proud Aunt. :)

Today is Taylor's birthday and I want to thank her for doing some magic to my niece's life. Paula wants to be like Taylor - talented, intelligent and successful! 

 I am now playing one of Taylor Swift's songs - Back to December. 

jollibee

Kids love Jollibee....

This has become a must-say for kids when going to the mall or to eat out.

The cuddly character has enticed the kids. I want to be embraced by this bee too!

There is a sense of warmth and friendship, you will never be afraid of.

Do you fear DEATH?

Death is the state of ceasing life. Nonexistence. Nothingness.  

Many fear to die, for varied reasons. There are those who fear that nobody will take care of the kids or the family when he leaves or that his riches will be put to waste. Yeah, it is but natural that we are protective of this gift. That’s why, we even took pains in saving one’s life when inflicted with a disease or any incurable ailments, or on one who has met an accident, catastrophe or seriously wounded.

But for me, I do not fear death. It is an event that is sure to come. Like most stories and movies, there has to be an ending.

However, while I may not fear my end, I wanted to have a graceful exit.

I wanted to leave a legacy that will run on for decades or centuries, a legacy that my family and friends will talk about with admiration and respect. I hope to inculcate pure goodness. I am not a saint of course! But I want to have goodness prevail over anything else…. And now, I am working on it…. Let’s be good! J

… And when it’s finally over, I hope that I will be in my best form, regally beautiful inside and out! ~

SMILING CRY

There are times that we dislike a person for no valid reason at all. We just do not like them, period! On the other hand, there are people whom we are very fond of, not also knowing why we do. Is it reincarnation?

This child is nicknamed as Cry-Cry. When we say “cry”, we mean a wailing child, kicking her mom’s patience too far... But this baby in our family proves the definition wrong. Cry-cry is a bubbly child, funny to be with and so adorable! You cannot say no to her. 

Her smile and appealing eyes melts our hearts. She surely captured our hearts the moment she was born.

The ever favorite child, niece, grandchild, great grandchild, goddaughter... CRY-CRY!

 Effortless Charmer ~

What’s in a Gift?

October 8, 2011. The three of us, two (2) of my bestfriends Lovi and Lovelita and I, agreed to a lunch date at Chowking @ KCC Mall, General Santos City. 

While waiting for my dates, I was mindlessly looking at the shoppers, busy shopping and bringing out their goods from the mall. I also casually observed a throng of teenagers nearby waiting for the cinemas to open. I was so engrossed looking at the other mall goers that I was so dumbfounded when someone covered my eyes with two hands. It was unexpected. I guessed as to who my guest was, and finally, she uncovered my eyes. It was Lovelita! The ever thoughtful friend since high school days.

I was so surprised and got teary-eyed. She bought me this! One-stemmed red rose and a cute cup cake with candle for me to blow....

Later, Lovi joined us and also brought with her great news (Papsie's financial support for my bar exam ~)... What can I ask for?

The feeling that someone took efforts in making you feel special is too overwhelming. I am an independent person and used to be doing this kind of thing to my family. I do not succumb to the idea of being pampered myself. But alas, I was! 

We further celebrated my birthday with a simple lunch. And more – we had our whole day chatting about our high school days, about our plans and especially, our lovelife. :) 

It made my day! I felt so special, young and carefree! 

Carpenter's "Rainy Days and Mondays"

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just listening carpenters' masterpieces....

Reaching My Star

Towards the infinite,

I will pursue 

my dream.

I will never tire
lest give room

for cowardice.

I am the captain

of my own journey

in reaching my star -

at my fingertips.

A Day In The Beach

What can she be thinking of doing?

 

 

 

 

What's In Traveling?

I love to travel. But the irony is, it is one of my greatest fears. Why? It is because I have a motion sickness. By just thinking of traveling, I immediately gets nauseated. The sense of balance is slowly ebbing and I get a lot of perspiration. It gives me a feeling of wanting to vomit especially if I imagine the over fragrant air fresheners in buses or taxis.

But we all have to travel. We have to. Life is a journey from places to places. From one's comfort zone to one that we are not used to. We have to deal with it. I have dealt it, and I am so proud of myself that I was able to make an advent to my father's hometown, 6 hours from the Metropolitan Manila to a peaceful municipality called Aritao, Nueva Vizcaya, ALONE.

I feel elated. I won this challenge.

feeling LOW

she wants to cry
shout her heart out.
been so hurt
over and over again

someone's pulling her down
down into the abyss of oblivion
and stole the only reason
of her existence

the pain is unbearable -
she almost choked of despair

she nearly fainted -
and pondered
if she will be truly happy again?


deep inside her
she wants freedom -
from all sorrows,
heartaches,
and worries
and forget everything
and everyone,
FOR A MOMENT
until she regains her strength.

life's journey

Everyday is ones journey towards learning almost anything about life.... Let us travel together, explore our deepest thoughts and share experiences that will hone our being into the best person that we can be.

I hope you will enjoy reading my notes about life and anything... 

Take your ride, WELCOME aboard! :)