Excited

Excited.
Excited of so many things.
Excited of what would be next after all the things happend and happening to me.
Indeed, this year is a great year, a year of fun and crazy stuffs.
- a year of falling in love
- a year of heartaches and sleepless nights
- a year of failures in an area where I thought I would never fail
- a year to hear from God like never before
- a year of His continuous grace
And it was so incredible to see the power of His grace working in me everyday, molding me to be His. And now, as this year ends, He wants me to do something that will take a lot of...
- courage to face the unknown in every area of my life
- confidence to go out from my comfort zone
- and faith to fully trust Him to let go of something that helps me grow througout the years.
I believe that new exciting things are coming along the way and I would like to welcome it with so much faith in Him.

"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland." - Isaiah 43:18-19

Waiting is a season to enjoy

I've been in a situation where I really don't know where to go and what to do with this life. I've been asking God and seeking Him to give me the answer for so many questions. For so long, it is always my prayer to hear from Him regarding the right direction. Questions like: What am I going to do? What career do I need to take? Or Is this the right industry for me? Do I need to take my masters degree? If yes, Is it to pursue my course or choose a different one? Do I really need to work here away from my family? And so many more questions.

But as I go to work and ask this to Him everyday, there is no stay or go from Him. It is always Wait my dear child. At first, I've been in a rush that I will do things my own way. But doing things on my own is a disaster. So, I ask God to forgive me and give me the grace to say "Yes Lord, I will wait. Accepting that this is not yet the right time for me to know gives me more peace and joy. It motivates me more to advance His kingdom in the place where He puts me to be. It creates passion in me to be His ambassador wherever I am. Everyday, it seems that I am His light, a city on a hill that cannot be hidden. I am His light princess, enjoying His presence every moment of my life. Indeed, my waiting is a season for me to enjoy Him all the more.

One Month to Live

I want to thank God for giving me time to be with my relatives here in Laguna even just for a day. Its nice to meet the kids again and enjoy their presence.

I just finished reading the book "One month to Live" and it really taught me so many things. The book is all about living passionately, loving completely, learning humbly and leaving a legacy. It starts with a question that if we have only 30 days to live, how are we going to spend it? I have so many answers to this question but at the end of the day, it helps me to open my heart to continue to love and appreciate the people around me. It teaches me to do my work without sacrificing my health, and my relationship with other people and with God. This book reminds me again of my purpose, it helps me to treasure everyone whom God has given me. Yay, I love this book. ^_^

Celebrating my 23rd birthday

I've just turned 23 last week.
I had a very normal day last March 3 except ofcourse for the greetings of my family, officemates and some friends who still remember. Well, I guess I just had my wish last wednesday and that is to spend it as if I'm not special. I got it and it was not too good. Haha. But then, that was the way I wanted it to be.

After office, I went to mall and shop alone. Celberating it alone is somehow sad but I'm glad I did it.

And now, since another year added to my age, It seems I have to think about my life again. Think on what to do next.  :)

Mahal kita kasi

Mahal kita kasi by Nicole Hyala

This is the corniest and cheesiest song I ever heard pero the best, nakakaLSS at nakakatuwa.
I just want to share the lyrics:

Bangin ka ba? kasi kasi nahuhulog na ako sau naman kasi
unggoy ka ba kasi kasi sumasabit ka sa puso ko
pustiso ka ba kasi kasi u know i cant smile without you
pagod na pagod na ako, maghapon ka na kasi tumatakbo sa isipan ko

kasi naman kasi mahal kita
bagay tayong dalawa papicture nga, para mapadevelop kita
hindi tayo tao, hindi rin tayo hayop, bagay tayo, bagay talaga

papapulis kita, kasi ninakaw mo ang puso ko naman kasi
kuto ka ba kasi kasi palagi kang nasa ulo ko naman kasi
apoy ka ba kasi kasi alab alab i love you
magsalbabida ka nga kasi baka malunod ka sa pag-ibig ko

kasi naman kasi mahal kita
bagay tayong dalawa papicture nga, para mapadevelop kita

hindi tayo tao, hindi rin tayo hayop, bagay tayo, bagay talaga



kamukha mo si papa p papa p dingdong
papa p papa p dingdong

exam ka ba kasi kasi sasagutin kita agad agad naman kasi
drugs ka ba kasi kasi nakakaadik ka kasi kasi naman kasi
kulangiot ka ba kasi kasi u really hard to get
posporo ka ba, eh d posporo rin ako para match

kasi naman kasi mahal kita

bagay tayong dalawa papicture nga, para mapadevelop kita
hindi tayo tao, hindi rin tayo hayop, bagay tayo, bagay talaga
postisko ka ba kasi i really really can't smile without you...

Who is in charge?

February 25, 2010. Today is not a regular working day in our office. Our President gave us a choice to join and commemorate the People Power in Araneta Coliseum or work in the office. Most of us actually choose to be at Araneta and witness how the Aquino supporters remember the people power especially that 2010 elections are coming.

It was around 11:00 am when we set our foot to Araneta. Since the event does not yet start, I and my friends decided to eat our early lunch at Wendys. After we devour our food, we hurried to go to the rest of our office mates and get our tickets. While we were waiting for the event to start, one of our officemates told us that Benj, a good friend of mine, is in the hospital. I asked the reasons for it and they told me that a convulsion happened to him. The way my officemate describe what happened to him makes me worried more about him. It seems a tragic event has just taken place. I actually asked God the reasons why is it happening to a very good friend or why is it happening this time.

There are so many questions running through my head that I suddenly remember that I actually ask those questions to God last Monday. Sometimes, it is just so hard to understand the painful thing that is happening to us; knowing that God is in control over everything.

Last Sunday, the pastor also preached that God is in charge over everything, from government to our personal lives. It is Him who is in control over the pain that I’ve experienced last Monday; it is Him who is in control over a life of a friend; and it is Him who is in control over our country.

Today, as I went to Araneta and experience the people power celebration which is actually a campaign related occasion; I am reminded of two things. The first one is to put our trust and hope to the One who is in charge. And the second one is to always pray for our families, friends, and also for our country, the Philippines.

“For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11

God wants me to know in facebook(feb 25,2010):
On this day of your life, Shean, we believe God wants you to know ... that it's time you let go.

Yes, of course, you want to control so everything happens in just the way you want it. But at the end of the day, we control nothing, - it's all in God's hands, - has always been, and will always be. So, do what you can, and then let go, and let God handle the rest.

The long wait will be ended.

I'm just happy!

The first thing we do when we are happy is to share it; that's why I'm going to post it here.
I've just finished the things I needed to do in my work. I just feel I accomplished something very important this week. Although some of them are not yet polished, I'm still happy because I've settled those necessary things. I know that those overtime will be paid off. The thought that I would just polish it on monday excites me more. At last, the long wait of my officemates will be ended next week.

To my teammates, just be patient for a few more days. ^_^

A Valentine blessing: Last Valentines nAPO nila

Panalangin, Awit ng Barkada, Blue jeans, Anna, Pumapatak and ulan, etc.

These are just the few songs that I got to hear live from the famous OPM band, the APO hiking society. I love their songs before I was invited to watch their concert last Saturday at SMX Convention Center. I actually don’t want to go because Yes just invited me a few hours before the concert. Since the tickets are free and Joanna (one of our friends) will also go, then I might go as well. Sabi ko sa sarili ko, minsan lang na magkakasama kaming tatlo, kaya pupunta ako at wala naman akong any reason not to go.

As I went there, I never thought that we will be having the gold tickets, I thought iyong normal lang. But no, Yes gave us the gold tickets while she and her boyfriend use the silver tickets. I don’t know the reason why she gave to us the gold tickets. Whatever her reason for it, I am so thankful that she gave it to us. While watching Boboy, Dan and Jim singing that night, I feel so blessed to be there. I said to God, I never plan for it or anything but this has just been really given to me for free and I am so thankful. I almost cry with the thought of it. I really enjoyed the night na nakikisabay pa ako sa mga kanta nila. It was fun especially on how they entertain us with their jokes and music. We even ask for one last song and gladly pinagbigyan naman kami. Their last song for that night was "Magkayakap sa dilim" dedicated for all the people who are in love that night.

We really enjoyed their concert na even sa pag-uwi nagkaroon kami ng last song syndrome ni Jo. Sabi ko nga, I hope I could have one more chance to watch their concert again. I thank Yes for inviting me to go there. It was a very special valentine's day for me. ^_^

A SWEET NIGHT

After office last friday, I go to to UP and attend the pre-valentine youth service. Love is in the air as I enter the place. Ushers are wearing black and dress, Nomer, Babes and Glenn preach a message about purity and original love songs composed and played by our music place makes me feel that love is just around the corner.
The youth service is not the highlight why it is a sweet night. It was actually the date that I have with ate sharon and some churchmates after youth service. We went to a chocolate buffet:

(LARC-EN-CIEL DE CHOCOLAT: A MASQUERADE OF WAITING)

Feb 12, 2010 8:00 pm College of Home Economics
Rum Chocolate truffles
Fiery Peach squares
Flourless white chocolate cake
English trifle
Tempura Fudge Brownies
White chocolate strawberry shortcake
...And many more

It is indeed a masquerade of waiting; we've wait for almost an hour before we have our turn in the buffet. I know that as an Industrial engineering, waiting is considered as a waste. However, the good thing about waiting that night is it enables me to meet and make friends with new people. I got a chance to tell and hear stories from the people I rarely talk to in the church. I got to know Kuya H, Ate Maan, Ate Aya, Likha, Jon and other youths in our church.

After the long time of waiting, Ate sharon and I got a separate table. We've shared stories while we eat and taste everything in the chocolate buffet.

My favorite among the choices is rum chocolate truffle. I find its taste different among the other chocolates.

I know that the chocolates are sweet but what really makes the night more sweeter is the dinner itself with my sister in Christ. I thank God for a very sweet ate in church.

After one year...

It is almost one year since my last post here.

The reason of not posting? It's because I actually forgot that I have an account here. I just remember this earlier while reading my friend's blog. Yay! If not because of his blog, I might entirely forgot this. Thanks to bottled brain.

Anyways, there are so many things happened to me since my last post.

First, I'm not a student anymore.
Second, I'm already working.
Third, I rarely see my friends because of work.
Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, etc.

And the rest is history.


This is what happens when we do not update our blogs every now and then.

As for me, I just learned a lesson.
So from now on, I have to find a motivation of updating this. I need to have one. Haha.

Until my next post.