Everyone of us are going somewhere. I just pray that in my journey, on top of making sure that my children will grow to be responsible and GOD fearing citizens, that I will be able to learn how to forgive those who have hurt me…

We just had our Christmas party and at the same time 4th NACS Anniversary! The theme is White Christmas so everyone of us are wearing white! Everyone are very excited about it since it is going to be the first Christmas and Anniversary party we are going to celebrate with our new SOM and expectations are high.

Games were prepared. We also have bands and solo performers all from our account! We have a lot of talents! Indeed, it was a nice event especially that my team won the first prize for the talent contest. Thanks to TL Michelle’s idea. It was a nice presentation which Glyna called “Musicals of all Musicals” since we combined all musicals we knew and made it more fun by adding comedy. Everyone including the judges were entertained. Sad to say my battery got exhausted and missed taking pictures when they did the act. It would have been nicer if I had a video too. They showed a wonderful performance!

To the organizers of the party, CoNgrAtuLatiOns! You did a good job!

We were in college. I already had a crush on him. We were enrolled coincidentally in the same Physics class. He always came in late because he accidentally enrolled in another class that ends an hour after our Physics class starts. I still remember preparing extra paper and ballpen for him. I also remember how I neatly and carefully wrote down notes because I knew he would ask me to let him read it. One time he and one of his closest friends were so late that all he could do was ask me about the error percentage of our experiment. I told him I was not sure but nevertheless gave him an answer. I tried to tell him I was afraid it was not correct but all he said to me was “I trust you.” It was music to my ears. I became confident about myself. I felt happy I was appreciated.

Women are simple. Their happiness is simple. All it takes is just a little act of kindness and sincerity and that is it, you will surely take their breath away…

This is not for men only but I think this also applies to women as well.

It was a nice movie. Although I was expecting more action, found out it was more about expressing thoughts and feelings. I was so sleepy when we were watching it but somehow I loved the ending when Edward made the proposal. Though I was not really satisfied, the ending is just so intriguing. I can’t wait for the next saga…

Growing up is not easy especially when you are falling in love. As this might almost always be happening to teenagers, this is also happening to women in their mid 20’s. Well, when a woman gets old she becomes desperate. She gets so stressed and is unable to concentrate on getting her man’s attention. So girls, I want to share to you how I got my man.

My attention was caught by this guy who is silent but maintains a dominant facade however still looks innocent and warm. I was quickly drawn to him that everytime I go to school I always look for him and just by seeing him makes my day complete already. I could not bear any longer just watching him as my desire to know him more gets stronger everyday. I somehow needed to do something.

One day, I learned that our guidance office was holding a seminar for relationship management. Thinking about the activities that we do related on the topic, I realized it might have an activity where we get to know other participants. I thought this is my chance. So this were the things I did.

I watched his every move that day. When I learned that he already registered to attend the seminar, I went directly to the area and looked up his name in the list. I found out he registered on a morning schedule. So what I did was, I also listed my name there: I decided to join the morning session with him and then the afternoon schedule with my friends so that they would not know what I was up to. So the next day, I attended the seminar and I was indeed correct! He was there! However, 2 things happened that day: 1) something broke my heart and 2) another mended it fast.

So what happened?!!! Each participants were given 3 small pieces of paper. Each 3 uniquely colored paper contained messages in it. You will give the paper that contains the message you want to say to the person you like. The messages were: 1) “I like you” – yellow, 2) “I want to be your friend” – green, and the last one, which I was really hoping to get from him, says “I want to know you more” – pink.  I was praying so hard to get it. So I told myself, I have to make my move. I planned to give him “I want to know you more.” so that he would know how I feel. Then, the moment had come for me to realize my plan. As I was walking toward him, my heart was pounding so hard, I could feel my face was turning red already. I kept on walking toward him with my heart full of excitement about what his reaction would be. Would I be rejected? Or would he give me the same message? If he does, is it sincere or just to reciprocate what I have given? I was confused but I held on to my plan. But something happened! Someone blocked my way! A girl blocked my way and gave him first the message I so want to tell him. I was hurt when he also handed the same colored paper. I was shocked! I was shocked that I could not get that pink paper. Then I realized, he did not know about my feelings. I was ashamed. I wanted to go back to where my seat was. And suddenly, he approached me. He gave me the yellow paper. Then he told me, “I am sorry. That girl gave me the pink paper so I decided to just give her the same. But I like you and I want to know you more.” I could not say anything. I was so happy deep inside. I was thinking he just gave that girl his paper but not the message. I was rationalizing what just happened. I thought if you care for a person and that person saw you give someone a favor then normally you would really try to explain what just happened to erase doubts from that person’s mind. I was thinking he cared for me enough to give such an explanation when I least expect it. I was relieved. I gave him the same message that he gave me. I was contented with just getting the yellow paper. Somehow, I thought to myself that is usually where relationship starts, liking someone. I think that was how the spark between me and my husband started…

So to conclude 1) does not mean you’re a girl, you will just wait. You also need to do your share. 2) When we say “Love will find its way to you”, we also say you need to be visible. 3) If you will never try, then you will never know. What is there to lose, when you never had it in the first place?

First of all, let me clear things out for you.

1) A woman who does not go on a date with you might mean she does not like you in anyway. Therefore, it would be too hard for you if you push yourself to her unless there is something very special about you that you are confident you can use to get her attention.

2) The woman already has a boyfriend and does not have any thoughts of leaving him.

3) A woman who does not go on a date with you might be a little shy.

4) It might be her first time.

The last 2 reasons are easier to handle compared to the first 2. If you force it, you might end up getting yourself into hot water. So let us better find girls, ladies and women who are simply single – not in a relationship yet. And if you can’t get her to date with you then the following might apply:

a) Get to know her friends – the best source of reliable information are the friends around her. They know what she likes, what she wants and most of all what she hates about. So better get all these things and try to reflect if you can afford what she wants and whether you are not what she hates.

b) Once you have her friends attention, invite them along with her – of course, at this point you have done your part in making friends with her, introducing a little about yourself. When she shares back, you have a chance of getting into her heart. But if she just gives you 2-word answers, then change your style. Talk about what interests her more. So going back, once you have done your part of getting to know her, invite her friends including her, of course, to a party or a small gathering in your town. This way you will be able to interact with her which will actually help you make a connection.

c) Bring her to a place that she loves – my husband took me to their church which is actually the venue where we got married! I was able to share to him during our getting to know each other moments that I love visiting our church in the province and saying a little prayer everytime I visit. Wait! It does not have to be like this. I am just sharing my story just to give you an example. What I am trying to say is, you should have already figured out what she loves so that you will be able to use it to get her attention and make her interested about you.

d) Leave a mark – make sure that you give her a token after your date. Something that would make her remember you, something about you.

e) Make a follow up – call her if she got home safe. You really do not have to send her home but you can offer. She will be more pleased if you do. Make sure you keep in touch with her everyday.

I am sharing these dating tips based on my experience although I am not sure if this was how my husband planned our first informal date. We had other adventure that day. After dinner, he took me to a ride in a ferris wheel. I remembered I shared to him about my fear of heights however that I also dreamed of experiencing how it feels to ride a ferris wheel but that I was afraid because something might happen and I just couldn’t bear heights! It was one of the most exciting and at the same time scariest first times in my life. By the moment he took my hand and told me “Trust me, it will be fun!” I trusted him, I felt nervous but I was calm. I took his hand and there I was! I was shouting at the top of my lungs! I was really having fun that time!  It left me a remembrance I hold dear in my heart. I always will treasure that experience. My husband always challenges me and help me through my fears. Ever since that day, I started going on a date with him alone. That was how my husband got me to date with him!

Opportunity came that required very good sales capability and because she is more proficient in sales than in computer technical skill, she showed her intention to apply. She was able to pass all exams and interviews. She successfully made it!

Before she left us, she gave her friends token of appreciation. One of those people is me. She gave me this Blue Magic Key Holder Bear that is wearing a red dotted dress and candle placed in a transparent box with red ribbon. I was so happy when I got this present because I did not expect that she would give us something for us to remember her. What touched me the most is the message she wrote that she read to me when she gave it to me. The message:

This gift should remind you of two things:
you are the candle and I’m the cute bear in red dress!
The candle may be tiny but the light you bring to us guides us to the right path and its scent symbolizes your inspiration to those you continue to mold.
So whenever you look at the bear, she tells you one thing…
“I STAND TALL BECAUSE OF YOU!”
Thanks for everything, MY MENTOR!

I was in tears and I always feel happy and touched every time I read this message. All those time, I was thinking I was influencing her. However, after all it was really me who was touched by her trust, honesty and friendship. She is an angel in disguise who will always remind and inspire me to always help other people. She will always be one of those that I will place in my heart.