U Have Always Been Everything to Me

 You have always been my teacher—

     helping me to learn about life,

     pointing me to the right direction,

     letting me make my own mistakes

     and then helping me pick up the pieces afterwards.

You have been my friend—

     listening to me when I needed to talk,

     making me talk when I didn’t know I needed to,

     supporting me when I was down,

     and helping me to see that things weren’t all that bad.

You have been my role model—

     leading me by your example.

Most of all, you have been my mother—

     loving me unconditionally no matter what I did or said,

     letting me know that I was not alone and never would be,

     for I would always have a home.

I can never thank you enough for all that you have taught me,

     given to me, and done for me.

I can never repay you.

All I can do is tell you that I love you with all my heart,

     that I’m grateful for you, and that I cherish you

     and the closeness we share.

I feel incredibly lucky to have been gifted with a mother like you.

I love you.

---> Deborah A. Brideau, I love You, Mom

What is a Family?

A family is a home within the heart.
It’s a place where love starts and never ends;
It’s the place where happiness begins.

A family is a blend of people and personalities who share a common path on their travels through this world. Under one roof and enfolded within one wonderful feeling, a family brings together a million memories of yesterday and a dream that distant tomorrows will keep them close, no matter what.

A family is acceptance. A family is trust.

A family is understanding when no one else is.

A family is perseverance and deep, personal pride.

Nothing can compare to the bond they share, to the history they hold within, or to the way their lives are interwoven with every smile, every tear, and every meaningful moment in the years they spend together.

Other things may come and go but a family will never be apart.

A family is a home… warm within the heart.

> Collin McCarry; I love you, Mom

Rules for making the most of college! :D

1. Get to know yourself and become comfortable with who you are.
2. Be independent and responsible.
3. Take care of and respect yourself: emotionally, mentally, and physically.
4. Don't stress out.
5. Embrace change; its inevitable.
6. Explore. Experiment. Investigate.
7. Be open-minded.
8. Get to know as many people as you can and allow people to get to know you.
9. Get some sleep.
10. Persevere in every thing you do.
11. Be safe.
12. Save up money.
13. Challenge yourself.
14. Learn not just for your classes, but also from experience, and from the people around you.
15. Pursue your interests.
16. Try something new.
17. Appreciate every person, opportunity, and obstacle that comes your way.
18. Change for the better.
19. Have fun!



--> (A girl's guide to college, Traci Maynigo)

To Kill is a Sin

“Life aren’t easy, we have to be wrong to learn what’s right, to be hurt to be strong, and to fall to rise again.”—this quotation best describes the story of “Eyes of a Child” by Robert North Patterson.

 

         I found this book while hanging out with my friend, Rica at a Bookstore (BookSale, Robinson’s Place Imus). I usually go here to look for a used book that they were selling in a lower price. I love reading so much and I prefer something which is horrifying, thrilling, investigative, or something like that, so without any hesitation, I grab the book instantly and purchased it.

     Although it is quite thick compared to all the books that I had read before, I still take the chance to understand what’s inside it. It was fascinating! All the twists and turns of the story are just right, it even made me think and guess of a certain things but none of my speculations are right. Through the book, I learned a lot about investigation for a murder case, and how politics can ruin the life of a person. It made me visualize things that are happening inside the court room. Power is such a great source to prosecute someone who was innocent compared to money.

     As I read each pages, I see how far a love of a parent to their child can go and vice versa. A love that can kill to protect their child, and a love that can lie a million times to keep their loved ones. It really shows that in the eyes of a child every thing is about them. Whatever happens, whether it is good or bad, they feel responsible for it that’s why they will bring the entire burden for all their life.  This book made me realize a lot of things, really!

         

     One more thing, this book also shows how great true love is despite all the trials and problems, love still reigns. Love can really do impossible things but it is not a reason to get the life of someone for killing is a sin and it can never solve any problems.

I miss you. I miss us!

“I miss laughing out loud, I miss the long conversations, I miss the sharing of life stories, I miss so many things—things we usually do! I miss you, I miss us.”

            Everyone dreams of a perfect friend. Someone funny, caring and thoughtful, then I met JALMARR and SMS and I ended up with nothing…nothing to ask for! But just like the few relationships here on earth, we need to take our separate ways. And now, I’m missing my friends.

        They thought me that friendship is about two main things—to find out the similarities and to respect the differences. They know how crazy I am at times but still choose to be seen with me in public. I’m such a lucky person that had been loved by someone like them.

        Now, I just want them to know that I really miss them and they are appreciated. I’m so thankful that God gives them to me because with their company I never felt alone and with them I learned to put a smile on my face no matter how hard the situation was. They never stop on giving me hopes when life is low. And whenever I needed someone to talk to they are always there—spiritually, emotionally, and financially! They are a precious gift that God has given to me and I will treasure them in my whole life.

        I wish I could turn back the time and experience it once more because I want to share a cup of Melon Juice and a stick of fish balls with my friends there in PUP. I know people may find it dirty but eating it with the best of friends in the world is healthy. I also wanted to experience again a long jeepney ride after class and a journey to Bulacan for an overnight in a friend’s crib, a memorable picture of us and a song. I truly miss their voices. I know distance is no longer a reason for we can still talk through text messaging but isn’t it more nice to hear your friend’s voice behind your back saying, “Anong sagot? Tignan mo yung kay Raisa”. I really miss those times. Memories of them are not forgotten for it’s already a part of me.

        One more thing, I miss a bowl of unlimited LUGAW and all the birthday surprises. I wish that when we face each other again, they will go to treat me. I want it special, with egg and tofu please! hehe ..

        When I left PUP and enters a new world here in Cavite, I thought I’ll be alone and will no longer found a friend, but I was wrong.  I found home by joining Southdale Musical Society, they made my life colorful amidst all the people who keep on bad-mouthing about me. They are the one who fights for me and never leaves me alone. They know how to make me happy and they know how to make me cry, but now, almost everyone transferred to different schools and I don’t know how to start again. I am starting to miss them now, I miss the long hour of conversations during rehearsals, the music, the foods we shared, and their voices as they sings. I wanted to hear it again if only God would allow it to happen.

 

 

You’re Still a Part of Me

“Love is always patient and kind. It is nor jealous. Love is never boastful or conceited. It does not take pleasure in others pain.”

     I thought I had the most amazing man in the world. I loved him more than words can say and every time I look at him, he takes my breath away. He’s my world, and my everything. I love him and I want to stay with him, I wanted to spend my whole life loving him but I already lose him. I lose the one who’s been part of me and I wanted to regret all the things I had said and done, but it’s too late!

     When we first met I had no idea that he will be so important to me. With him, I learned that no matter the distance, if two hearts connect, they’re with each other for eternity but not in our fairytale story. Now, I’m wishing that I could turn back the pages of our story book and be able to edit it for we all know that each of us wanted a happy ending.

     I know him for a minute but now I am not sure. I had known him for a minute but now I don’t know him anymore. Did he forget everything or did I forget everything? I love him that much that’s why I set him free and I know deep down inside he understands. But it feels like he already moved on in just a blink of an eye. Is he pretending or is it for real?

     I let him go, for him to be free in pursuing his dreams without hesitating and thinking of what I’m going to feel. I want him to reach his goals now…not later! I let him go but that doesn’t mean I’m weak because I cannot fight for the relationship we started. I let him go showing how strong I am to fight the urge of wanting something I am not supposed to have.

     I don’t know what to say and I don’t know how to act. Of all the things that happened these past few weeks, I came into a realization that sometimes we just have to stop pushing ourselves to love and be loved by someone. Sometimes we just have to be alone to be able to think about what we really want in life. And sometimes it is only when we start loving ourselves that we are able to realize that real and lasting happiness starts from within.