Happy New Year!! :-)

Life is a mystery. Every day is a new beginning. Every day is a new hope, that’s why let us still look forward for a brighter year to come in the midst of all the trials we are experiencing nowadays caused by typhoons. Let’s stick with prayers. It is the only weapon we have when the situation goes wrong.

We can’t deny that tragedies are everywhere and we don’t know when or where we are safe. 2011 will be ending soon and as what rumors says, 2012 is the end of the world. But I don’t believe it, only GOD would know. So, before 2012 starts to sink in my mentality, I would like to say THANK YOU to all the people who made me feel happy. For all the support and trust they had given to me. For all the appreciation and for believing in my capabilities and abilities although sometimes I messed up.

I also would like to thank all those people who challenged me in doing things I thought I can’t. It was indeed a good experience and learning on my side. I realized that perseverance and hard work will make things a success. And may I therefore apologize to all the people whom I hurt. I didn’t mean to hurt anyone… sorry!

For this approaching year, I will try my best to expect a little so that disappointments will not upset me. I will also aim to be more productive and be always on time. I’ll attempt to make people around me smile everyday! :-) I will be more sociable so that my schoolmates will not be hesitant to talk to me… I will make them feel that I am not quiet and snob (I’m just shy ^^). I will also love myself more than anybody else! ",)

Sayonara 2011, I’ll miss you! :-)  Welcome 2012! Be remarkable to everyone.

Happy New Year! May we all have a wonderful year, God bless us!

...playing Ungoy-unguyan with my niece, Bea! haha ♥♥♥ — At Home

look how she chooses her cards .. :)

...seems like she's really happy with the cards she had chosen.

Me, acting like i already lose! hahaha xD

..haha Bea really wants to win !! ^_^

another game! she really enjoys this game .. <3

Here's SERIOUS BEA! haha .. 

B-E-A

A-B-B-Y

REFLECTIONS...

1. Sometimes GOD breaks our spirit to save our soul.
2. Sometimes HE breaks our heart to make us whole.
3. Sometimes HE sends us pain so we can be stronger.
4. Sometimes HE sends us failure so we can be humble.
5. Sometimes HE sends us illness so we can take better care of ourselves.
6. Sometimes HE takes everything away from us so we can learn the value of everything we have.

...our little princess, Bea is enjoying herself with the chicken while waiting for Christmas! hahaha xD

Don't try to grow up too fast...

Youth is like a fresh flower in May.

Age is like a rainbow that follows the storms of life.

Each has its own beauty.

David Polis

Children ...

            Children are the most wholesome part of the race, the sweetest, for they are freshest from the hand of God. Whimsical, ingenious, mischievous, they fill the world with joy and good humor. We adults live  life of apprehension as to what they think of us; a life of defense against their terrifying energy; a life of hard work to live up to their great expectations. We put them to bed with a sense of relief - and greet them in the morning with delight and anticipation. We envy them the freshness of adventure and the discovery of life. In all these ways, children add to the wonder of being alive. In all these ways, they help to keep us young.

--> Herbert Hoover

I STILL BELIEVE

By: Coco Jam

We had met in the world of innocence,

Took our path in the different world,

Lied in the same crib of learning,

But ending up with different aspirations.

Life has its way of beginning,

Life has its way of ending,

But love will keep us together,

If only destiny would allow it to be.

Someday I will wish to the stars,

To bring me back to where we’d met.

Wishing and hoping you’re there,

Waiting for me to come along.

Miracle still happens,

For trees still grew and flowers still bloomed.

Rain still falls and sun still rise and fall.

And I know it’s not yet the end…

…if it wasn’t YOU and ME.

I'm In Love, YES I AM!

Young girl, yes I am. They say I’m immature but I think I’m not.

Dependent, yes I am. They say I cannot live alone but I guessed I can.

I’m in love, yes I am. They say it’s wrong but I presumed its right.

            Loving is always right but what’s wrong is that the person who will receive that love. And up until now, I never imagined myself to be in this situation. I know myself more than what other people think of me. I know myself more than what my family knew me. Yes, I know myself.

            With my age, I should know what’s right or wrong but I just can’t identify it now. I need company, I needed someone to talk to but I don’t want to be judged. My friends were all in Manila that’s why I’m all alone now. They were all brutally honest, and I’m afraid to hear that I’m such a stupid person. But yes I am.

            There’s a man I loved. I saw everything I wanted in him and I believe he’s the one. And I mean he is. Every day is a treasure of memories as I talked to him. It was perfect having an argument with him during classes. It was perfect seeing his smile shines through my eyes. He was intelligent – one of a kind. He was respectful – I wish he was mine.

            Someday I said to myself, he will like me. But it was only yesterday that I found out that he was in love with my much close friend. It hurts at first but that’s life. I can never change his mind. God has awakened me up from this wild dream. It was a nightmare but I will wake up with a smile and thinking nothing happened for he was just my instructor.

Loving You

By: Coco Jam

They say love was complicated,

But that’s the reason why I’m dedicated.

They say love was not appreciated,

But that’s why I’m devoted.

In your eyes I see our journey,

In your smile I see the light,

In your voice I hear my heart beating,

How I wish you were mine.

You were here by my side,

But I don’t feel anything.

You were here by my side,

But you seem too far.

Loving is giving; loving is taking a chance,

Loving is sacrifice; loving is to be hurt.

But no matter what love means,

Loving is the only reason for breathing.

Ten Guidelines From God

1 Quit Worrying:
Life has dealt you a blow and all you do is sit and worry. Have you forgotten that I am here to take all your burdens and carry them for you? Alternatively, do you just enjoy fretting over every little thing that comes your way?

2. Put It On The List:
Something needs done or taken care of. Put it on the list. No, not YOUR list. Put it on MY to-do-list. Let ME be the one to take care of the problem. I cannot help you until you turn it over to Me. Moreover, although My to-do-list is long, I am after all... God. I can take care of anything you put into My hands. In fact, if the truth were ever really known, I take care of many things for you that you never even realize.

3. Trust Me:
Once you have given your burdens to Me, quit trying to take them back. Trust in Me.
Have the faith that I will take care of all your needs, your problems and your trials.
Problems with the kids? Put them on My list.
Problem with finances? Put it on My list.
Problems with your emotional roller coaster?
For My sake, put it on My list. I want to help you. All you have to do is ask.

4. Leave It Alone:
Do not wake up one morning and say, "Well, I'm feeling much stronger now; I think I can handle it from here." Why do you think you are feeling stronger now? It is simple. You gave Me your burdens and I am taking care of them. I also renew your strength and cover you in my peace. Don't you know that if I give you these problems back, you will be right back where you started? Leave them with Me and forget about them. Don't you trust me!

5. Talk To Me:
I want you to forget many things. Forget what was making you crazy. Forget the worry and the fretting because you know I am in control. Nevertheless, there is one thing I pray you never forget. Please, do not forget to talk to Me - OFTEN! I love YOU! I want to hear your voice. I want you to include Me in on the things going on in your life. I want to hear you talk about your friends and family. Prayer is simply you having a conversation with Me. I want to be your dearest friend.

6. Have Faith:
I see many things from up here that you cannot see from where you are. Have faith in Me that I know what I am doing.
Trust Me; you would not want the view from My eyes. I will continue to care for you, watch over you, and meet your needs. You only have to trust Me. Although I have a much bigger task than you do, it seems as if you have so much trouble just doing your simple part. How hard can trust be?

7. Share:
You were taught to share when you were only two years old. When did you forget?
That rule still applies. Share with those who are less fortunate than you are. Share your joy with those who need encouragement. Share your laughter with those who have not heard any in such a long time. Share your tears with those who have forgotten how to cry. Share your faith with those who have none.

8. Be Patient:
I managed to fix it so in just one lifetime you could have so many diverse experiences.
You grow from a child to an adult, have children, change jobs many times, learn many trades, travel to so many places, meet thousands of people, and experience so much. How can you be so impatient then when it takes Me a little longer than you expect to handle something on My to-do-list? Trust in My timing, for My timing is perfect. Just because I created the entire universe in only six days, everyone thinks I should always rush, rush, and rush.

9. Be Kind:
Be kind to others, for I love them just as much as I love you. They may not dress like you, or talk like you, or live the same way you do, but I still love you all. Please try to get along, for My sake.. I created each of you different in some way. It would be too boring if you were all identical.
Please, know I love each of your differences.

10. Love Yourself:
As much as I love you, how can you not love yourself?
I created you for one reason only -- to be loved, and to love in return. I am a God of Love. Love Me.
Love your neighbors. Also, love yourself. It makes My heart ache when I see you so angry with yourself when things go wrong. You are very precious to me. Do not ever forget...

Touch someone with your LOVE.

Have an awesome, blessed day!!

Sparkling Tea Commercial ^^

My niece, Bea Arielle imitating Sparkling Tea commercial :)

haha.. she's so cute <3

Layman's 10 Commandments

1]   Prayer is not a "spare wheel" that you pull out when in  trouble, but it is a "steering wheel"  that directs the right path  throughout.

2]   So a Car's WINDSHIELD is so large &  the Rear view Mirror is so small? Because our PAST is not as important as our  FUTURE. So, Look Ahead and Move on.

3]    Friendship is like a BOOK. It takes few seconds to burn, but it takes years to  write.

4] All things in  life are temporary.  If going well, enjoy it, they will not last forever.  If going wrong, don't worry, they can't last long either.

5] Old Friends are  Gold! New Friends are Diamond! If you get a Diamond, don't forget the Gold!  Because to hold a Diamond, you always need a Base of Gold!

6]   Often  when we lose hope and think this is the end, GOD smiles from above and says,  "Relax, sweetheart, it's just a bend, not the end!

7]   When GOD  solves your problems, you have faith in HIS abilities; when GOD doesn't solve  your problems HE has faith in your abilities.

8]   A blind  person asked St. Anthony: "Can there be anything worse than losing eye sight?"  He replied: "Yes, losing your vision!"  

 

9] When you pray  for others, God listens to you and blesses them, and sometimes, when you are  safe and happy, remember that someone has prayed for you.

10] WORRYING does not take away  tomorrow's TROUBLES, it takes away today's PEACE.

Mother, I Remember...

I remember when I was young and would snuggle under my blanket; you always tucked me in with a hug and a kiss and words that reassured me of your love.

I remember when I awoke in the morning and you were always there waiting with a smile on your face, preparing my favorite breakfast.

I remember you standing there waving goodbye as I walked off to school.

I remember your words of wisdom and encouragement when I faltered and was afraid to try my wings at something new.

I remember the look of worry on your face, although you tried to hide it well.

I remember how special you made all the holidays with your decorations, and how you would cook for days to prepare our favorite recipes for family gatherings as you hummed seasonal songs.

I remember how I wanted those days to last forever.

I remember when I decided to venture out on my own; you pushed me gently rather than showing your pain and anxiety.

I remember you standing there waiving goodbye as I wandered off to face the world.

I remember your smile, your gentle voice, the warmth I felt in your arms, and all that you gave of yourself to those you love.

I remember every day how fortunate I am that you are my mother.

And I always remember how much I love you and how much I'm missing you!

FOREVER

FOREVER is how long I'm going to love you, Mom.
It's a word to let you know how long I'll care.
Past every sunrise. Each moment of my life.
In whatever tomorrow holds, you will be held by me.
Warm within my heart. Sweetest of all my memories.

FOREVER is a way of saying how long I'll be thanking you for being such a beautiful inspiration to me;
for being so strong, for being so wise...
...for being the one woman I would have chosen so gratefully as my mother...
...if the choice had been up to me.

FOREVER is for always. Through whatever comes along.

Whenever my heart is overflowing with gratitude, admiration, and love...

I always know that it's because I've been thinking of you, Mom!

--> Laurel Atherton, I love you Mom

HAND OF HOPE

A picture began circulating in November. It should be "The Picture of the Year," or perhaps, "Picture of the Decade." It won't be. In fact, unless you obtained a copy of the U.S. paper which published it, you probably would never have seen it.

The picture is that of a 21-week-old unborn baby named Samuel Alexander Armas, who is being operated on by surgeon named Joseph Bruner. The baby was diagnosed with spina bifida and would not survive if removed from his mother's womb. Little Samuel's mother, Julie Armas, is an obstetrics nurse in Atlanta. She knew of Dr. Bruner's remarkable surgical procedure. Practicing at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, he performs these special operations while the baby is still in the womb.

During the procedure, the doctor removes the uterus via C-section and makes a small incision to operate on the baby. As Dr. Bruner completed the surgery on Samuel, the little guy reached his tiny, but fully developed hand through the incision and firmly grasped the surgeon's finger. Dr. Bruner was reported as saying that when his finger was grasped, it was the most emotional moment of his life, and that for an instant during the procedure he was just frozen, totally immobile.

The photograph captures this amazing event with perfect clarity. The editors titled the picture, "Hand of Hope." The text explaining the picture begins, "The tiny hand of 21-week-old fetus Samuel Alexander Armas emerges from the mother's uterus to grasp the finger of Dr. Joseph Bruner as if thanking the doctor for the gift of life."

Little Samuel's mother said they "wept for days" when they saw the picture. She said, "The photo reminds us pregnancy isn't about disability or an illness, it's about a little person" Samuel was born in perfect health, the operation 100 percent successful. Now see the actual picture, and it is awesome...incredible....and hey, pass it on! The world needs to see this one!

Hi Mommy!

 

Hi, Mommy. I'm your baby. You don't know me yet, I'm only a few weeks old. You're going to find out about me soon, though, I promise.

Let me tell you some things about me. My name is John, and I've got beautiful brown eyes and black hair. Well, I don't have it yet, but I will when I'm born. I'm going to be your only child, and you'll call me your one and only. I'm going to grow up without a daddy mostly, but we have each other. We'll help each other, and love each other. I want to be a doctor when I grow up.

You found out about me today, Mommy! You were so excited, you couldn't wait to tell everyone. All you could do all day was smile, and life was perfect. You have a beautiful smile, Mommy. It will be the first face I will see in my life, and it will be the best thing I see in my life. I know it already.

Today was the day you told Daddy. You were so excited to tell him about me! ...He wasn't happy, Mommy. He kind of got angry. I don't think that you noticed, but he did. He started to talk about something called wedlock, and money, and bills, and stuff I don't think I understand yet. You were still happy, though, so it was okay. Then he did something scary, Mommy. He hit you. I could feel you fall backward, and your hands flying up to protect me. I was okay... but I was very sad for you. You were crying then, Mommy. That's a sound I don't like. It doesn't make me feel good. It made me cry, too. He said sorry after, and he hugged you again. You forgave him, Mommy, but I'm not sure if I do. It wasn't right. You say he loves you... why would he hurt you? I don't like it, Mommy.

Finally, you can see me! Your stomach is a little bit bigger, and you're so proud of me! You went out with your mommy to buy new clothes, and you were so so so happy. You sing to me, too. You have the most beautiful voice in the whole wide world. When you sing is when I'm happiest. And you talk to me, and I feel safe. So safe. You just wait and see, Mommy. When I am born I will be perfect just for you. I will make you proud, and I will love you with all of my heart.

I can move my hands and feet now, Mommy. I do it because you put your hands on your belly to feel me, and I giggle. You giggle, too. I love you, Mommy.

Daddy came to see you today, Mommy. I got really scared. He was acting funny and he wasn't talking right. He said he didn't want you. I don't know why, but that's what he said. And he hit you again. I got angry, Mommy. When I grow up I promise I won't let you get hurt! I promise to protect you. Daddy is bad. I don't care if you think that he is a good person, I think he's bad. But he hit you, and he said he didn't want us. He doesn't like me. Why doesn't he like me, Mommy?

You didn't talk to me tonight, Mommy. Is everything okay?

It's been three days since you saw Daddy. You haven't talked to me or touched me or anything since that. Don't you still love me, Mommy? I still love you. I think you feel sad. The only time I feel you is when you sleep. You sleep funny, kind of curled up on your side. And you hug me with your arms, and I feel safe and warm again. Why don't you do that when you're awake, any more?

I'm 21 weeks old today, Mommy. Aren't you proud of me? We're going somewhere today, and it's somewhere new. I'm excited. It looks like a hospital, too. I want to be a doctor when I grow up, Mommy. Did I tell you that? I hope you're as excited as I am. I can't wait.

...Mommy, I'm getting scared. Your heart is still beating, but I don't know what you are thinking. The doctor is talking to you. I think something's going to happen soon. I'm really, really, really scared, Mommy. Please tell me you love me. Then I will feel safe again. I love you!

Mommy, what are they doing to me!? It hurts! Please make them stop! It feels bad! Please, Mommy, please please help me! Make them stop!

Don't worry Mommy, I'm safe. I'm in heaven with the angels now. They told me what you did, and they said it's called an abortion.

Why, Mommy? Why did you do it? Don't you love me any more? Why did you get rid of me? I'm really, really, really sorry if I did something wrong, Mommy. I love you, Mommy! I love you with all of my heart. Why don't you love me? What did I do to deserve what they did to me? I want to live, Mommy! Please! It really, really hurts to see you not care about me, and not talk to me. Didn't I love you enough? Please say you'll keep me, Mommy! I want to live smile and watch the clouds and see your face and grow up and be a doctor. I don't want to be here, I want you to love me again! I'm really really really sorry if I did something wrong. I love you!

I love you, Mommy.
Every abortion is just…
One more heart that was stopped.
Two more eyes that will never see.
Two more hands that will never touch.
Two more legs that will never run.
One more mouth that will never speak.

 .. reblogged .. :)) so touched by this.. ^^

I am Gemini, My Lover is Virgo

          Harvest-born Virgos are highly industrious and love to work -- you admire this about them. A Virgo won't be clingy or demanding -- as a matter of fact, you both are so busy that you will have to schedule time to be together. Both of you are ruled by objective, rational Mercury, and your conversations could get so involved, you both may forget to get around to bedding down. Just kidding!

          This union can work, but you are going to have to get more organized, Gemini. Organization is Virgo's best attribute, so they can be a wonderful help getting your life in order. Your Virgo is also quite expressive and communicative in bed, which is a real turn-on to a Gemini. As an earth sign, Virgos have a kind of primordial view of sex, which is very sensual, and they will teach you to slow down and enjoy yourself more. You both love words, so be sure to read your Virgo passages from literature which you find erotic. Virgos are reserved, yes, but once they fall in love, they can be outstandingly passionate. Since they are intrinsically loyal and ethical, there is little chance that they will cheat on you. But you must be sure, Mr. or Ms. Fickle Twin, that you don't disappoint them in that regard yourself!

          Both of you are high strung and tend to worry a lot, although Virgo perhaps a little more so. This could be a problem, because neither of you may be able to calm the other down. Schedule relaxation time into your weeks on a regular basis. Your Sun signs are not a classic blend, but your relationship can work if you give it a good try. Virgo's earth element can give you a grounding in practicality and realism. Best of all, he or she will make you feel safe in a topsy-turvy world.


          --> this is so true.. we are both so busy and we need to schedule time just to be together. He's always there to guide me in organizing not just my things but also my life. And as i remember, whenever we argue, we just can't calm each other down so we always ended up going home.

          I miss my Virgo.. :'-( wishing we'll see each other again.. soon!


:Astrology Zone.com

Bea as Taylor Swift ^_^

She really wants to be like Taylor, how I wish she'll reach her dreams...

Bea's 6th Bday @ Island Cove

          Another year has come and gone. The sands of time keep tracking away. Happy Birthday Bea! I know it was too late for me to put these pictures of yours on blog, the celebration we did at Island Cove that was full of fun. But I just wanted to shout to the world how lucky I am to have a niece like you.

         How I wish you birthdays happened more so I could let you know how very much you mean to me. I love you little princess! ^_^