Looking Back

“It’s funny how day by day nothing changes, but when you look back, everything is different.”

In a relationship, it is good to take a look on how things get started. Sometimes, as the relationship grows older, couples tend to forget how sweet the days were. Couples began to be more focused with their work and other priorities that sometimes they neglect the little things that need to be recognized.

According to Mike Murdock’s book:

The Law of Recognition

Everything you need is already in your life, merely awaiting your recognition of it;
Anything unrecognized remains uncelebrated by you;
Anything you refuse to celebrate usually exits your life: a Gift, a Miracle, or a Person.

Neglecting the one you love by not giving enough of your time seems not to be a problem, especially when couples ignore to talk about it. But the truth is, the longer the situation remains, there is a tendency of withdrawal – withdrawal of feelings, withdrawal of communication.

“At one time in your life, the one you have loved the most will unexpectedly turn out to be the greatest stranger you have ever met.”

It’s saddens me every time I realize how couples were too intimate at the start of the relationship, and eventually fades out as time goes by. It is unlikely to see very old couples walking hand in hand like they used to as ‘sweethearts’. Although, sometimes I see some and I admire them. It is too unlikely to see husbands assisting their wives as they cross the street or riding a bus, compared when they were not married yet.

I admire one of our authors' love life, ma'am Lilia. She and her husband remained very intimate until this time. Her husband would fetch her everyday in the office without fail; may there be storm, floods, or none. Daddy, as how we called her husband, would always check if ma’am Lilia has taken her lunch or snacks already. Ma’am Lilia remained very special and still being treated like a queen until this time at her age of 75. For over 50 years of marriage, they have kept the love, sweetness, and warmth of their relationship.

One time, I asked ma’am Lilia what are the usual causes of their arguments and she proudly told me that they never had any severe fights. It is something that is really hard to believe. She simply said “We never had any severe or worst fight because we don’t have any time for that. When I am trying to explain something, Daddy would listen and respect my opinion. When Daddy is trying to explain something, I will listen and respect his opinion. We are entitled to our own opinions in life and it’s just a matter of accepting and respecting each other’s view. If you don’t agree to each other’s opinion, the least you can do is respect it. It’s reciprocal.”

It’s hard to find such a relationship exists in today’s time. But, one thing is for sure, it is not impossible! If things get worse, try to look back from where the relationship starts. The amount of love given from the start should be the same amount (and much better if greater than it used to be) of love that is still being demonstrated and expressed no matter how old the relationship is. Never get tired of loving each other no matter how many trials the relationship goes through.

“It is always a risk to love someone, and it involves time, patience, and understanding to get someone’s heart to open up. At times, it will work; other times, it won’t. But that’s why you call it a RISK – you invest something and there’s a possibility you won’t win. However, you still get something in return: strength of heart and mind, and the assurance that you won’t have any regret from not trying.”

8 Facts You Don't Know About Me

In the 8 facts about yourself, you share 8 things that your readers don't know about you. Then at the end, you tag at least 8 other bloggers to keep the fun going.

Here are the rules:

* Each blogger must post these rules first.
* Each blogger starts with eight random facts/habits about themselves.
* Bloggers that are tagged need to write on their own blog about their eight things and post these rules.
* At the end of your blog, you need to choose eight people to get tagged and list their names.
* Don't forget to leave them a comment telling them they're tagged, and to read your blog.


1. Not everyone knew that I am a graduate of BS Physical Therapy, a 5-year medical course. Although I am presently working in a publishing company (which I really love and enjoy doing), my passion for the care for the sick lives on.

I really wanted to be a military officer. When I was young, I dreamed of wearing military uniforms with a riffle in my waist. My dad was very proud of me when I told him that I wanted to enter the PMA, but my mom declined to it. She told me I can take any other courses except that one. So, I decided to take physical therapy instead and I can say that it’s one of the most rewarding things that ever happened in my life. I learned the value of life, health, and serving other people, most especially the sick.



2. I am a frustrated actress and director. I used to practice them when I was still studying. I received an award for best director when I was in elementary and received recognition as an actress during my high school days. I did some plays during college. I joined the actor’s guild in our institution. Funny thing was, I auditioned for serious and dramatic roles, only to be given comedy and hilarious characters…hehehe!



3. I want to have 8 lovely and healthy kids! Since I only have one sibling, I promised myself that I will have more than two kids. My dad told me that if I really wanted to have 8 kids then I should start now.....hahaha!



4. I hope to have my own foundation and school. I want to contribute something to the society and bring back to others the blessings God has been giving me all throughout these years. I want to be off-service with our less-fortunate brothers and sisters. I want a foundation that will cater to the abandoned and sick children and elderly. Everyday I pray for this. I know that this is a big and expensive endeavor and that I will be devoting all my time and energy but I firmly believe that if it’s God’s will, then everything will be possible in His own time.



5. Two things I couldn't go without when sleeping are a blanket and my rosary. I couldn't sleep without a blanket... never mind the pillows! Even if the weather is too hot, I will still put my blanket on. I also couldn't go to sleep without holding my rosary. It always amaze me everytime I wake up still holding the rosary. I would even wake up at night everytime I feel that I lost grasp of my rosary. I will search for it, hold it again, then go back to sleep.



6. I spend an hour to fix myself every morning before I can get to work; that includes bathing, grooming, and pampering! I love scents and make-ups. I collect perfumes and sprays. One of my favorite perfumes is Clinique - Happy, while Pear Glaze of Victoria Secret is my favorite spray. I loved scented lotions too… mostly from Victoria secret. I love make-ups too! I have lots of make-ups such as foundation (I go for liquid and matte mousse), eye shadows, cheek blush-on, and lots and lots of different shades of lipsticks!!!!



7. I am a book lover. I enjoy reading since I was a kid. I remember I learned to start reading even before I start schooling. My mom also worked in a publishing firm that is why I was blessed with lots of books and instructional materials. She would give me books as a birthday present rather than giving me a toy or candy. I used to complain but now, I thank her for that! When I was in high school, I could finish a novel in just one night. I have lots of books and I neatly placed them in a book shelve… I have Nancy Drew series, Beverly Hills High, different fiction and non-fiction books. I love to read suspense and mystery novels (Mary Higgins-Clark, Sidney Sheldon, etc.)



8. I have mentioned in no. 7 that I love to read novels… but one thing I love to read now is the Holy Bible! My views and my life have dramatically changed when I opened my heart to Him. I studied in catholic schools ran by sisters and congregations. We are required to memorize all the common prayers and how to pray the rosary. We are also required to be familiarized with the Holy Mass and other sacraments. I prayed when I was younger, but only now that I really recognized God’s presence in my life.
Now, my mystery books and novels are safely kept and placed in a book shelve. I am more of reading inspirational books, books about life and God. I guess, this kind of thing goes with age. As you experience life’s hurts and struggles, you begin to search and recognize the things that really matter in life. Yes, I am raised as a Catholic with strict religious values but only now that I really appreciate the importance of these things.
At present, I am active in serving our church in various activities (as the head of the evangelization committee) and has been serving as a lector/ commentator for 4 years. I am now not just a Catholic but a certified BELIEVER.


Thanks Lourdz for, once again, sending me a nice tag... while doing this, I realised that while most of us enjoy knowing others by looking in to their profiles, it is also equally good to share some trivial things about ourselves...

Now, I hope to know some facts about my blogger friends: bluedreamer, coolingstar9, hye, sophia, and toni.

5 Lessons About the Way We Treat People.

I received a very interesting e-mail from a friend and I wish to share it to the readers... I guess, you have received the same message before. The message really got my attention because I always believe that in LIFE, simple things count! We may never know how much our little actions mean to others... but they count and remembered. How would you like to be remembered?

First Important Lesson

Cleaning Lady

During my second month of college, our professor gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student and had breezed through the questions until I read the last one: "What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?" Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the cleaning woman several times. She was tall, dark-haired and in her 50's, but how would I know her name? I handed in my paper, leaving the last question blank. Just before class ended, one student asked if the last question would count toward our quiz grade. "Absolutely!" said the professor. "In your careers, you will meet many people. All are significant. They deserve your attention and care, even if all you do is smile and say "hello." I've never forgotten that lesson. I also learned her name was Dorothy.

Second Important Lesson


Pick-up in the Rain

One night, at 11:30 p.m., an older African American woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway trying to endure a lashing rainstorm. Her car hadbroken down and she desperately needed a ride. Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the next car. A young white man stopped to help her, generally unheard of in those conflict-filled 1960's. The man took her to safety, helped her get assistance and put her into a taxicab. She seemed to be in a big hurry, but wrote down his address and thanked him. Seven days went by and a knock came on the man's door. To his surprise, a giant console color TV was delivered to his home. A special note was attached. It read: "Thank you so much for assisting me on the highway the other night. The rain drenched not only my clothes, but also my spirits. Then you came along. Because of you, I was able to make it to my dying husband's bedside just before he passed away... Godbless you for helping me and unselfishly serving others. "Sincerely, Mrs. Nat King Cole.

Third Important Lesson


Always Remember Those Who Serve

In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less, a 10-year-old boy entered a hotel coffee shop and sat at a table. A waitress put a glass of water in front of him. "How much is an ice cream sundae?" he asked. "Fifty cents," replied the waitress. The little boy pulled his hand out of his pocket and studied the coins in it. "Well, how much is a plain dish of ice cream?" he inquired. By now more people were waiting for a table and the waitress was growing impatient. "Thirty-five cents," she brusquely replied. The little boy again counted his coins. "I'll have the plain ice cream," he said. The waitress brought the ice cream, put the bill on the table and walked away. The boy finished the ice cream, paid the cashier and left. When the waitress came back, she began to cry as she wiped down the table. There, placed neatly beside the empty dish, were two nickels and five pennies. You see, he couldn't have the sundae, because he had to have enough left to leave her a tip.



Fourth Important Lesson


The Obstacle in Our Path

In ancient times, a King had a boulder placed on a roadway. Then he hid himself and watched to see if anyone would remove the huge rock. Some of the king's wealthiest merchants and courtiers came by and simply walked around it. Many loudly blamed the King for not keeping the roads clear, but none did anything about getting the stone out of the way. Then a peasant came along carrying a load of vegetables. Upon approaching the boulder, the peasant laid down his burden and tried to move the stone to the side of the road. After much pushing and straining, he finally succeeded. After the peasant picked up his load of vegetables, he noticed a purse lying in the road where the boulder had been. The purse contained many gold coins and a note from the King indicating that the gold was for the person who removed the boulder from the roadway. The peasant learned what many of us never understand! Every obstacle presents an opportunity to improve our condition.

Fifth Important Lesson

Giving When it Counts

Many years ago, when I worked as a volunteer at a hospital, I got to know a little girl named Liz who was suffering from a rare & serious disease. Her only chance of recovery appeared to be a blood transfusion from her 5-year old brother, who had miraculously survived the same disease and had developed the antibodies needed to combat the illness. The doctor explained the situation to her little brother, and asked the little boy if he wouldbe willing to give his blood to his sister.I saw him hesitate for only a moment before taking a deep breath and saying, "Yes I'll do it if it will save her." As the transfusion progressed, he lay in bed next to his sister and smiled, as we all did, seeing the color returning to her cheek. Then his face grew pale and his smile faded. He looked up at the doctor and asked with a trembling voice, "Will I start to die right away?" Being young, the little boy had misunderstood the doctor; he thought he was going to have to give his sister all of his blood in order to save her.

The "I" TAG

I am being tagged by lourdz... it is called the "I" tag... It's a nice tag, actually. I am amazed to know more about myself... there are some questions here that I never asked myself before, so it became a first-hand experience for me...hahaha.

I AM…............................. simply me! (friendly, happy, versatile, and spiritual person)

I WANT…....................... to have a simple, peaceful life, having my own family (hopefully with 8 kids), someday!

I HAVE…......................... lots of good people around me (family, friends, etc)!

I WISH…......................... I am a police woman or a member of military force! I also wish to have my own foundation (someday) that caters the homeless, abandoned, and sick children and the very old.

I HATE............................ PMS (it's a girl thing!)

I FEAR............................. snakes, cockroaches! (lourdz... glad to know i'm not alone!!! i'm really, really afraid of cockroaches...i swear)

I SEARCH….................... about things I don't know and I don't understand

I WONDER...................... how heaven looks like!

I REGRET........................ for me, I don't regret anything that happened in my life because I always believe that experiences are the best teachers. Success comes after failures.

I LOVE….......................... GOD, family, friends

I ALWAYS…..................... forgive and forget

I AM NOT......................... perfect

I DANCE…........................ well! I was once a dance club member during my high school days!

I SING…............................ well! I love to sing eversince I was a kid. I was also a member of our church choir (Sto. Domingo) during my h.s and college days.

I CRY….............................. when I get emotionally hurt; when I see other people crying; when I watch drama and heart-breaking movies; I also cry when I'm overwhelmed and happy... I cry a lot and i guess, it makes me stronger.

I WRITE…......................... everything that comes in my mind. I have a diary since I was in grade school! I remember I started to write a book (some kind of a comics type, with drawings on it... stick drawings, haha) when I was 7 or 8 years old, then I gave it to my childhood bestfriend, Jelly Tan. We haven't seen each other for a long time but the last time we talked, she told me that she has kept my book over the years... I'm just so excited to see it someday, when given the opportunity to see each other again.

I AM CONFUSED…......... with our government!

I NEED…............................ extra time to rest!

I SHOULD…....................... be more focused on my goals; I should not expect everybody to love and treat me the way I wanted to; I should be more loving and patient; I should go an extra mile; I should always take a deep breath when in stress...

THE LAST THOUGHT YOU GO TO SLEEP WITH IS…........... "thank you, Lord for this day!"

Add your name after mine. Tag as many as you want.Butchay Sugar Len Cecil Lena1 Lena2 Lourdz, Jen


Again, thank you, lourdz for this; it's really fun... and I hope to know my blogger friends' more through this tag...

I'm tagging my dear blogger friends...

bluedreamer, hye, toni, coolingstar, and sophia

4 Guiding Principles of Relationship

In a relationship, it is relevant to have mutual understanding. This mutual understanding can be best achieved through an open communication. The agreement to accept each one's feelings, personalities, attitudes, and behaviors requires profound understanding and respect. Always remember that both partners have the right to speak and to be heard as well. Each person has a point of view.

Developing empathy with another entails developing it within yourself first. Empathy is a way of listening to yourself as well as to another person with resonance of an entire experience of feeling, thinking, perceiving, and behaving.

Also consider the fact that what someone believes is more important than what they know. Requiring others respond to you in a particular way renders much deeper understanding on other's feelings.

"Everyone fails empathically with another at times. Most important in a relationship is how the empathic ruptures are learned from to then come together with greater understanding. At times the most important thing may not be what you have done, but what you do after what you have done."

When faced with troubles, remember that to forgive someone is to free yourself.

You cannot change yourself by first trying to change someone else. The only person you can change is "you". Attempting to change someone else’s personality style, behavior, and attitude won’t work, and will only create disruptions and derailments.

These 4 Guiding Principles of Relationship will not only help couples to cope up with each other's differences but also will help them understand more the value of putting other's feelings above one's own.

1. Faith

When we experience tragedy, do we still believe in God? When calamity confronts us, is our faith still strong? When faced with questions without ready answers, do we still trust God?

My friend sent me this message:

You need to feel a bit deprived at times...

a bit lonely... and in a way, incomplete,

'cause if you got everything here on earth

would you still look up to heaven?

It is easy to trust God when we are blessed with graces and we find it difficult to trust Him when faced with trials... I remember one remarkable verse I read from the bible "Shall we indeed accept good from God, and shall we not accept diversity?" (Job 2:10)

When our relationship is faced with tests, it is best that we, all the more, increase our faith to Him...in ourselves, and in our partner...

2. Action

It is great to have faith, but that's not enough. Faith must move a person to action. Our ability to express our love in many different, creative ways differentiate us from all other God's life creations. We are given the brain to think, the heart to feel, and the body to carry out our emotions. A right action in a right situation can help solidify a relationship.

3. Loyalty

"Honesty is such a lonely word; everyone is so untrue." Sad, isn't it? But, I believe that there are still a lot of people who are loyal and faithful to their partners. The challenge to us all is how to remain faithful in this very inviting, sumptuous world. Loyalty does not only mean to be faithful in a relationship by having only one partner, but also loyalty to our feelings. It is better to tell the truth even if it hurts. Here enters the importance of an open and honest communication. Sometimes one finds it hard to go out of a relationship because of fears of hurting his/her partner, but it is even more hurting to stay in a relationship without any feelings of love anymore.

4. LOVE

The most important of all these... is Love.

"Love is patient,
love is kind.
It does not envy,
it does not boast,
it is not proud.
It is not rude,
it is not self-seeking,
it is not easily angered,
it keeps no record of wrongs.
Love does not delight in evil,
but rejoices with the truth.
It always protects,
always trusts,
always hopes,
always perseveres.
Love never fails..." (1 Corinthians 13: 4 - 8)

Love that lives on despite tragedies and calamities...

Let's Rock...

I can be very extreme sometimes... Don't you know that my favorite band is 'Aerosmith'? I really like Steven Tyler . Performance wise, he is my favorite lead vocal... he's really an ultimate performer and the electrifying voice... simply, superb!!!



One of my favorites... especially when I heard this from the movie Armageddon (which happens to be one of my favorite films, also)... I fell in love with liv and ben... most of all, I got so touched with the love of a father to his daughter... Willis gave justice to the movie!







...and this is the best aerosmith song for me.....



Amazing, isn't it? Aerosmith...rocks!

Songs that Make Me Fall in Love

I swear, this is one of my favorite classic songs. Andy Williams, at age 80, never lost the fabulous, soothing voice that charmed the audiences for decades. Deeply in-loved with this song, I even asked my dad (in advance) to sing this song for me in my wedding (haha... hopefully, someday!)... the perfect voice for a great song!




Oh, how I like this song... this never fails to give me thrills... really makes me feel in-loved over and over again!


An extraordinary, lovely piece... how wonderful it is to be in Love!

Life...

I visited sophia's page... and her latest entry best describes how I am feeling right now... "Live life as if you'll die today." I've been thinking of it lately, especially now that we have just lost one relative due to a tragic sea accident in Japan. I realized how life is so short to be wasted! I just saw my cousin last January when I visited them... and now, he's gone!

More than just the agony of losing my cousin, I will be out tomorrow for a medical check-up and I guess I will be bringing with me my FAITH. I told my mom that I will schedule myself for a check-up without telling her really why... I just told her that I feel dizzy more often than before. She told me if I can manage to go all by myself... and I insisted that I can!

I don't wanna jump out into conclusions but this really bothers me... or maybe, I am just being hypochondriac, the very reason why I should consult a medical doctor. Being a medical person, I know when it is just okay... and when it is not 'just' okay... anyway, tomorrow is the day... I will face my fears.

I am just thankful to God for giving me this life... to Live and most of all to Love...

Hate That I Love You

I hate that I love you..." How ironic this statement is... but, I realized that it's true... have you ever said this to yourself or to someone? In a relationship, couples discover the 'other-side' of their partners... and the magic of love is... you learn to accept and still appreciate your partner. I wonder how many times did Joel asked this to himself... hehehe!

"May we love with all our hearts and accept the unlovable side of others. For anyone can love a rose, but only a great heart can include the thorns."

I am lucky enough that Joel has a great heart- He loves both the 'good jenny' and the 'bad jenny'... his love inspires me to change into a better person. It really inspires me to break my thorns.


"But I hate it...You know exactly what to do, so that I can't stay mad at you...."

"But no one in this world knows me the way you know me, so you'll probably always have a spell on me..."

Seven Principles in Conflict Resolution

In a relationship, one can't avoid any sort of conflicts. During the first months everything seems to be perfect and smooth sailing. Everything appears to be bearable and tolerable, but that was just during the first months. When a relationship starts to grow (or to count years) and has reached a certain point when you become comfortable with each other, you start to demand some adjustments.

Conflicts can lead to arguments and is inevitable in every relationship,may it be in family, peers, or romantic affairs. Even the most ideal of all relationships suffers from challenges and trials, what's important is how we handle and resolve each and every conflicts. Every disagreements should be dealt with accordingly.

Seven Principles of Conflict Resolution

1. Urgency

"Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry and do not give the devil a foothold." (Ephesians 4:26,27)

When Bien and I first started, I mentioned to him this verse. It has been our rule not to call a day without resolving our conflicts. We agreed that, should there be any conflicts incurred during the day, it is our rule not to call a day without resolving them.

The problem is sometimes when a problem crop up, couples tend to ignore the situation not knowing that it only ignites more when not attended to or solved immediately. Yes, it's true that silence can cool the flame down... only temporarily.

Issues should be confronted and resolved at once and as quickly as possible. Letting the day pass and be hostile with your partner will produce multiple hostilities for the following days. Like in any kind of diseases, the longer a problem is left unattended and ignored, the faster it grows, and the faster it spreads, and the faster it destroys a 'once healthy' relationship. In addressing a problem, it is important to rule out the "root of bitterness". Ignoring the problem will create a confusion on the part of your partner. Your partner might think that if you really cared enough, then you could have done something and exerted all means and effort to resolve the conflict.

2. Bifocals

Like in any coins, they represent two sides...and each side is unique! According to an author of a book on conflict management, "In every argument, there are three sides... your side, my side, and the right side!"

It is important that each should listen to the expression of those inner feelings, respects the right of the other to express without interruption even when it is perceived that such expression may be inaccurate... wait, you can have your turn, anyway.

Lovers must aim for a meaningful dialogue; an open communication is crucial for conflict resolution. Each must be willing to talk and each must be ready to listen... there is a difference between 'willing' and 'ready'... By doing so, a productive interaction will be achieved.

One way of understanding your partner is to try to walk in his/ her shoes, trying to see and feel the issues from your partner's perspective.

3. Altruism

Human beings by nature are selfish. We are addicted to putting ourselves first. Having listened to each other, and having understood the needs and desires of one another, the challenge is to put one's partner's desires above one's own, and to please one's spouse above one's self... that is Altruism. Easier said than done, huh...

4. Action Plan

All ideas should be listened and examined, and a decision made on the options that best meet the need of both parties. An action plan must be specific and should not be static... it should be dynamic. Periodically, partners need to sit together and do an honest evaluation: Is the plan succeeding? If not, why not? What changes need to be made? How should such adjustments be implemented? Remember, action plan must be dynamic. It is not enough to set an action plan without implementing it and this needs the willingness and participation of both parties.

5. Golden Words

One vital aspect of conflict resolution is the experience of forgiveness. It involves the request for pardon, the granting of pardon, and the acceptance of forgiveness. We should accept that in an argument, both persons are right and wrong.

The easy question usually readily answered is "Where was my partner wrong?" and the hard question, but the really important question that needs an answer is "Where was I wrong". It is easy to examine my partner, it is difficult to examine myself. It is easy to point my finger on my partner's fault, ignoring my share of faults.

"Examine yourselves... test yourselves" (2 Corinthians 13:5)

Confess our wrong to each other... "Confess your faults to one another...that you may be healed." (James 5:16)

For all types of healing - physical, spiritual, emotional or mental - confession is a requirement! If we fail to forgive, we will not be forgiven (Matther 16:15) and remember even when forgiveness is not requested, in the heart of the one offended, pardon shall be given. When forgiveness is granted, that pardon should be graciously accepted.

6. Optimism

Partners must stay optimistic on their actions, reactions, and interactions. Believe that success is possible and expect it.

"I tell you the truth, if you have faith in small as a mustard seed... there is nothing will be impossible for you." (Matthew 17:20)

Candidates for success never stop trying. "Though a righteous man falls seven times, he rises again." (Proverbs 24:16)

True love is persevering, optimistic, and never gives up. It "always trusts", it "always hopes" (1 Corinthians 13:7)

7. The Prince

The final secret of for resolving conflicts is the presence of a 'third person' - 'Divine Third-Person'... He is Jesus.

The Savior is able to bring healing for He is 'able to save to the uttermost' (Hebrews 7:25). One of Jesus' special title is "Prince of Peace". The Prince responded only when partners called. After we have confessed our faults to one another, we should 'pray for each other' (James 5:16) that our healing may be complete.

"For He himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility."

Pet Personality

Guess what I've read from the Reader's Digest (March Issue) on "Pet Personality"...


"Pets and their owners are just like married couples and they get more alike over time, according to Professor Richard Wiseman of University of Hertfordshire inthe UK, who surveyed almost 2500 pet lovers about their charcters and those of their pets. He discovered that the longer animals had been with their owners, the more likely they were to share similar traits. He found people who have dogs believe they are cheerfuk and fun-loving, while cat lovers consider themselves dependable and sensitive. Fish owners are apparently the most contented, while those who keep reptiles are the most independent" (Reader's Digest, March issue, p.14)


My golly, it seems that I am cheerful, fun-loving, dependable, sensitive, and contented... for I have dogs, cats, and fishes... (plus lots of birds), except for reptiles... I once had an Iguana... but I got scared since it bite my lips when I attempted to kiss him (hahahaha)... Maybe he doesn't feel like to be kissed by me! My greatest fear is snakes (next to cockroaches)... definitely, I will never have reptiles as pets anymore... but I knew lots who are really fond of reptiles, esp. with snakes, and iguanas and I found them really daring and bold... I call it BRAVERY and SPIRIT... hehehe.



I am a great lover of dogs... I have 5 dogs right now, which used to be 8... I cried a lot when I lost Akira (japanese spitz)... she's my companion, baby, comforter, bestfriend. Anyway, i still have 5 now. I just wonder how my life is without dogs!!!!


Then, I have Frederico (8-colored parrot), who never played with anyone except to me. He would sing and dance everytime he sees me... He whistles as his way of calling my attention, and when he does, I have no excuse not to attend to him.


I also have fishes both in the aquarium and our mini-fish pond in the garden... they are soothing to watch. I feel so calm everytime I watch them swim. I knew whenthey are hungry... they would swim fast upwards as if telling me to drop some "fish-foods".


My siamese cats are very sweet and spoiled... they want to be cuddled always... Whiska would bite my big toe if I don't give her the attention she wants, while Whisker would jump on my tummy and do the smoochy thing...rubbing his entire body until I stop doing my thing and play with him (how selfish they become, sometimes...or maybe they're just missing me).


Surely, whatever pets we have, it reflects who we are based on how we treat and care for them and how much love we give to them. Pets are loyal to their masters... the love is communal. They don't just give equal love...most of the times, more!

She's Timeless

Just some of my favorite songs from my favorite singer...the timeless, Madonna!

Take A Bow... (i just love this song!)



This Used To Be My Playground



Crazy for You (now, this one's for you...my dear Bien!)



...if you read my mind, you see i'm crazy for you touch me once and you knew it's true! i never wanted anyone like this...it's all brand new, you feel it in my kiss... i'm crazy for you...

Thank You

Again, I feel so grateful to Hye for sharing her award to me... the Blogging Friends Forever (BFF) Award...

Talking about awards... I searched on the wikipedia to see its description.

"An award is something given to a person or a group of people to recognize excellence in a certain field; a certificate of excellence. An award may also simply be a public acknowledgment of excellence, without any tangible token or prize."

It really flatters me everytime I receive awards and I guess this kind of recognition motivates a person to do better. Thanks a lot Hye... I'm kinda new here in the blogger's community and it feels great to be welcomed and appreciated... hope to share awards to you too, someday!!!

With deep gratitude, I want to share this as my way of saying thank you for the warm welcome you have given me... it feels greet to have you around, guys!

This is for you Hye, Blue Dreamer, Coolingstar9

My Top Five Blog Sites

I received this tag from Blue Dreamer... I am trying to get myself acquainted with tags... hehehe thanks to Blue... I'm learning a lot from you.

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"TOP FIVE HOTTEST BLOG MEME"
RULES:
1. Simply choose five blogs you want to be included in your "top five list".
2.Give a short line or explanation why you put them on your list.One explanation for eachof every blog.
3.Now tag as many blogs as you want.You can also tag those blogs you've listedin your TOP FIVE....you can also put your own blog in your list if you want
4.[for those who've been tagged]you can also vote for a blog that was been nominated already
(besides,this is what this meme is intended for,to know how many bloggers will nominate your blog)
5.Submit you TOP FIVE HOTTEST BLOG ENTRY here . Submitted blogs will be the only one to be included in the tally
6.Remember:Submissions of entries starts from MARCH 1 2008 to MARCH 25,2008
and top five hottest blog winners will be anounced in MARCH 29,2008
7.enjoy listing your top five!!!
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So, here's my top five favorite blog sites:

1. bluedreamer

Blue Dreamer's blog site is one of the sites I really enjoyed hanging out... I'm learning a lot from his top five's entries... more than being informative, it is fun and interactive, as well!

2. worldcreep

I love this site...really! Because I love creeps just like Blue...hahaha! I get reunited with those creep creatures that I enjoyed watching when I was young... The site gives an in-depth description of the characters of the award-winning horror, thriller films!

3. spaceofreality
Honestly, I love to read Hye's write ups... I can relate to her posts... so realistic and practical. Hye welcomes the opinions of the readers... our opinions count!

4. coolingstar9

I appreciate coolingstar's blog site. The presentation is very simple, both layout and texts. The topics are practical just like Hye's! The name speaks for itself... it's really a cool site!!!

5. mumshavelivestoo

Sophia's site speaks of her life as a career woman, a wife, and a mom. I find her life very interesting... her ideas are overflowing...good choice of topics, very heart warming... She's a depiction of a true modern woman..with a big heart for God, her family and others!

...there's still a lot more I want to include... but I only have to trim my choices into FIVE...(as instructed by Blue)... I guess this teaches me self-control and improves my critical thinking skills... hehehe! Many thanks to you Blue...

Get To Know Me...

Hi Blue... I'm trying to do this and I hope I get this right... thank you for tagging me for GETTING TO KNOW YOU, GETTING TO KNOW ME... here's mine!!!!

1. What is your occupation? project acquisition coordinator/ editorial department in a publishing company

2.what is the color of youre socks right now? hehehe... right now, i don't wear socks on my pair of 2" skinny, heeled pumps...

3. What are you listening to right now? Get Low of Flow Rida... "she hits the floor, next thing you know... shawty got low...low...low...low..."

4. What was the last thing that you ate? my favorite... Mc Chicken burger

5. Can you drive a stick shift? nope

6. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? RED

7. Last person you spoke to on the phone? My Angel

8. Do you like the person who sent this to you? a lot!

9. Favorite drink? Coffee, Coca Cola

10. What is your favorite sport to watch? table tennis

11. Have you ever dyed your hair? yes!!! when i was in college, i dye my hair almost every two months... i used to have very short hair cut (boy's cut, you know...astig!)

12. pets? i have 5 dogs, 2 siamese cats, 1 parrot, 4 love birds, and lots, lots, lots of fishes

13. Favorite food? "pinakbet"

14. Last movie you watched? Vantage Point!!! wow... it's a must-see movie!!!!

15. Favorite Day of the year? Day(s) pwede? August and September 8

16. What do you do to vent anger? inhale, exhale, inhale, exhale....1, 2, 3...100! hahaha

17. What was your favorite toy as a child? huhu... i don't have a favorite toy before... but now... my favorite stuffed toy is "guyito"!

18. What is your favorite, fall or spring? "you got a friend...." winter, spring, summer or fall... all you've got to do is call... hahaha

19. Hugs or kisses? hugs, hugs, hugs, hugs....

20. What kind of pie? mango pie and apple pie (of Ala Dianne...here in QC)!!! yummy... slurrrrppp

21. Do you want your friends to email you back? i love to....

22. Who is most likely to respond? my friend in the US... Jeanne Paz

23. Who is least likely to respond? -

24. Living arrangements? now... with my parents? did i answer it right? hahaha

25. When was the last time you cried? last night (March 2, 2008)

26. What is on the floor of your closet? my bedroom slippers (blue...i've read your answer here...lol!!!!)

27. Who is the friend you have had the longest that you are sending this to? i'm new to this... i'm trying... my best...hahahaha

28. The friend you have known the shortest amount of time that you are sending this to? i haven't sent any...yet! watch out til i learn...hehehe

29. Favorite smell? Clinique Happy

30. What inspires you? my relationship to... God (my ultimate inspiration), parents, and of course...friends!

31. What are you afraid of? cockroaches.... my greatest fear!!!!

32. Plain, cheese or spicy hamburgers? spicy!

33. Favorite car? CRV Honda...

34. Favorite cat breed? any breed... i adopt lots of street cats (pusakal...hehehe)

35. Number of keys on your key ring? 5

36. How many years at your current job? 5 years and counting...

37. Favorite day of the week? wednesday

38. How many provinces have you lived in? none...

39. How many countries have you been to? 2, so far.... hopefully 3... by the end of 2008!

Again, thank you so much blue dreamer... i'm trying my best here... hehehe... i'll try to tag others that I knew in blogging... hope... you get a glimpse of who am i...