I've never been so busy until now....
So many family and friend gatherings to complement a very busy work week, well--what can I say??? I just don't have much time to do things that I love and have fun with...
Like writing on my blog, baking, cooking and reading a good book. By the time I get home, I am already so tired from too much work and the only remaining energy I have is to spend good dinner and talk with my hubby and play with our doggie ....
Sometimes I wish, it's always a 3 (or 4) day weekend---maybe then I'll have time to relax for a day without having to do ANYTHING.....but that isn't the case, so I continue to struggle to squeeze all the fun and good stuff in 2 days.....
BUT....I shouldn't really complain, right???? I love my job, i love all the opportunities that come my --- our way and I just ♥ life. God is so good to me and my family.
What I need to do right now, is find something to do that is bigger than me---something that will be of others benefit and not mine at all.....
...and I should start NOW.........
3.04.2011
Orion
I love to stay with my dad when driving but I know it's not safe.
So maybe I shouldn't :(
But I'll be seeing Moolan and PeeWee and hopefully I can play with them and not be scared.
But look at what my Auntie May gave me---a shirt!! A very cute one.
I love it! thank you!
3.01.2011
Welcome March :)
Wow--it's already March. Many things to look forward to this year. Weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, graduation and I think a conference I need to attend (really? I need to? oh well....)
Today, the 1st of March, the weather is perfect. Blue sky and a crisp wind. But tomorrow, rain will be back. But I know we need some water. So I should be happy.
Anyway, Jay and I have been having some slow and relaxing time for the past couple of weeks. I have always looked forward to this kind of activity pattern but with so many things going on, it hasn't been possible until just lately. And we have been spending our time with our dog, Orion. He's been a good boy and has been keeping Jay company. In fact they are so close now that he gets really worried and antsy once Jay leaves his sight. But he gave us a huge scare last week. He had a bad case of diarrhea and we had to rush him to the emergency. He was so weak and scared. But we were more scared cause we can see that he's not that well and we can't even tell what's happening. But luckily, his tests came negative and the vet thought that he might have eaten something bad.
Thanks to Adobe Pet Hospital for taking care of him that one scary morning (like 230 am ☺)
And now Orion is doing pretty good. And we're hoping that he will stay healthy!
Today, the 1st of March, the weather is perfect. Blue sky and a crisp wind. But tomorrow, rain will be back. But I know we need some water. So I should be happy.
Anyway, Jay and I have been having some slow and relaxing time for the past couple of weeks. I have always looked forward to this kind of activity pattern but with so many things going on, it hasn't been possible until just lately. And we have been spending our time with our dog, Orion. He's been a good boy and has been keeping Jay company. In fact they are so close now that he gets really worried and antsy once Jay leaves his sight. But he gave us a huge scare last week. He had a bad case of diarrhea and we had to rush him to the emergency. He was so weak and scared. But we were more scared cause we can see that he's not that well and we can't even tell what's happening. But luckily, his tests came negative and the vet thought that he might have eaten something bad.
And now Orion is doing pretty good. And we're hoping that he will stay healthy!
2.15.2011
New addition to our family
It's been more than a month since my last post---and I can't believe it! There are just too much things going on.
But a lot of great blessings came.
1) January 31, 2011 - Jay and I finally got a dog! His name is Orion--he is a 9-month old Shih-Tzu. He is such a cutie but he still trying to get use to us. He is just about 5lbs and is color black. Jay and Orion are now like partners and are inseparable.
2) February 9, 2011 at 2:10 AM - Cristel gave birth to our new angel in the family--Riley Ariana. She is super pretty. She weighs exactly the same as Sophia. Now, we have like 2 babies---beautiful babies. I can't wait to see her. I am so proud and happy for Jeff and Cristel.
3.) February 14, 2011 - Jay and I went to dinner. He brought me to our fave Brazilian restaurant. As usual it was another great night. I always enjoy having good food and good talk with my hubby ♥♥♥ and next day, I got some nice flowers from him! wohooo! thank HON!
But a lot of great blessings came.
1) January 31, 2011 - Jay and I finally got a dog! His name is Orion--he is a 9-month old Shih-Tzu. He is such a cutie but he still trying to get use to us. He is just about 5lbs and is color black. Jay and Orion are now like partners and are inseparable.
2) February 9, 2011 at 2:10 AM - Cristel gave birth to our new angel in the family--Riley Ariana. She is super pretty. She weighs exactly the same as Sophia. Now, we have like 2 babies---beautiful babies. I can't wait to see her. I am so proud and happy for Jeff and Cristel.
3.) February 14, 2011 - Jay and I went to dinner. He brought me to our fave Brazilian restaurant. As usual it was another great night. I always enjoy having good food and good talk with my hubby ♥♥♥ and next day, I got some nice flowers from him! wohooo! thank HON!
1.13.2011
Inspiration
Today is different....
First, i just came back from being sick. Weather is not cooperating and here I am not feeling great at all. But today a few colleagues had some inspiring stories to share....I was moved by their stories and thoughts. For months now, I am struggling with frustrations that I have and sometimes I fall into the trap of sadness. I try to avoid it and i try to divert my attention to all the good stuff happening around. But hey I am only human! But I must say, I will not --- NOT ever, succumb into the dark world of sadness. Things will be better and with the love of God, all of the challenges and frustrations will pass.
And today, with God's love, He did find a way to tell me something. Even though, I was feeling sick, i still came to work and had I not come to work today, I would have not heard what I think are the most inspiring stories I've ever heard.
My colleagues came from different walks of life. Who they are now are the makings of all their hard work, challenges they have faced and storms they have weathered in their life. But one sharing struck me the most. Dandre, one of my colleagues shared his story. Along his story is this poem:
First, i just came back from being sick. Weather is not cooperating and here I am not feeling great at all. But today a few colleagues had some inspiring stories to share....I was moved by their stories and thoughts. For months now, I am struggling with frustrations that I have and sometimes I fall into the trap of sadness. I try to avoid it and i try to divert my attention to all the good stuff happening around. But hey I am only human! But I must say, I will not --- NOT ever, succumb into the dark world of sadness. Things will be better and with the love of God, all of the challenges and frustrations will pass.
And today, with God's love, He did find a way to tell me something. Even though, I was feeling sick, i still came to work and had I not come to work today, I would have not heard what I think are the most inspiring stories I've ever heard.
My colleagues came from different walks of life. Who they are now are the makings of all their hard work, challenges they have faced and storms they have weathered in their life. But one sharing struck me the most. Dandre, one of my colleagues shared his story. Along his story is this poem:
Desiderata
Go placidly amid the noise and haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons,
they are vexatious to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs;
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love;
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment
it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe,
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be,
and whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful.
Strive to be happy.
and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons,
they are vexatious to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs;
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love;
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment
it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe,
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be,
and whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful.
Strive to be happy.
A sharing that I will forever treasure and remember.
And for now, this is all I need.
1.07.2011
Starting the New Year
What is the best way to start the new year? I thought about so many things but as I was browsing through facebook the other night, a friend of mine posted a book she plans to read. And it caught my attention and I looked it up.
It got me so interested that I already bought it! HA!
I will start reading it this weekend and I will let you all know how it goes:
It got me so interested that I already bought it! HA!
I will start reading it this weekend and I will let you all know how it goes:
1.03.2011
Welcome 2011
Happy New Year everyone!
I can't believe how time flies so fast. 2010 just past by like a wind. And now, we welcome the new year with new hope and more positive attitude.
I told myself before that I probably should not have any new year's resolution. But instead, just do my best to change for the better. But then again, I wanted to focus on some of my weaknesses. And maybe writing it down would help me be a better person. Ok, for 2011, I will do the following:
I am praying that i will find the strength to do what i needed to do to make myself a better person. 2010 was a good year but there were challenges as well. But I know that i need to use those challenges as a motivation.
I can't believe how time flies so fast. 2010 just past by like a wind. And now, we welcome the new year with new hope and more positive attitude.
I told myself before that I probably should not have any new year's resolution. But instead, just do my best to change for the better. But then again, I wanted to focus on some of my weaknesses. And maybe writing it down would help me be a better person. Ok, for 2011, I will do the following:
- Regain my lost patience
- Be more positive
- Regularly attend church
- Do some charitable work
- Focus on the things i love to do (such as photography, refurbishing items and home decorating)
- Be more active
I am praying that i will find the strength to do what i needed to do to make myself a better person. 2010 was a good year but there were challenges as well. But I know that i need to use those challenges as a motivation.
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