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A Celebration of Life is a personal blog, a tribute to the wonders of living. It is an account of my journey and experiences, a record of my thoughts and philosophy. It is just that, a celebration of life and living.
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The Prayer
Hi everyone! The past few days have been busy, what with the reorganization at the office, my freelance work in full swing, my preoccupation with gaining weight, some plans that I had to work on, and other miscellaneous stuff. Well, time goes by so ...
The System or The People?
Many good people are victims of bad systems—in the government, in the workplace, and in the society in general. There are many people who enter politics with great ideals about upholding the common good, only to find themselves eaten by the bur...
Time, People, and Things that Matter
(The Albaytar girls and guys during Kuya Allan's wedding last 2007)How many times have we heard that time is gold? That it’s precious and must not be wasted? That we can never reclaim it once it’s gone? Ever since we were in primary school, the ...
Lotus Touts (Good Luck)
I found this Mental Feng Shui from goBicol.com an maogmang lugar. I love the very simple life reminders that it offers, and I hope that you also find inspiration here as I do.ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. TWO. Marry a...
Desire, Will, and Inspiration
Is desire enough? Desire is always here. But oftentimes, the muse is missing. The muse has departed. And without the muse, desire sometimes wanes. And when this happens, getting the will to do something is so hard. Is this the real challenge? T...
Living and Surviving
What is the difference between living and surviving? What’s the element that makes a person live instead of merely survive? There could be a lot of things. Maybe it’s love. Loving everything we do. Incorporating love in every task we accomplish,...
Back and Ready!
Okay, so here I am again. I’ve been kinda sleeping the past few days, doing my daily tasks normally while hibernating inside. I’ve been trying to put some things in perspective and doing some planning, adjusting, re-arranging - that sort of thing...
Jesus Take The Wheel - Carrie Underwood
She was driving last Friday on her way to CincinnatiOn a snow white Christmas EveGoing home to see her Mama and her Daddy with the baby in the backseatFifty miles to go and she was running low on faith and gasolineIt'd been a long hard yearShe had a ...
A Letter to Mars
Don't worry about me,I'll be fine.The rainy daysWill soon see their sunshine.There are still a few laughter,A few smiles.Don't worry,I'll survive. ...
Dear Lord,
You have spoken,You have decided,Who am I to question Your will?You know that I did my part...Maybe my effort wasn't enough.Maybe this isn't the right time.Or maybe this isn't the right road.Or maybe You have something better for me.Whatever the reas...
People Over Things
"People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed; never throw out anyone." - Audrey HepburnWhen we throw people out of our lives, we don't really mean it. It isn't intentional. Often, it's just a result o...
The Greatest Advice - Rick Warren
Don't date because you are desperate. Don't marry because you are miserable. Don't have kids because you think your genes are superior. Don't philander because you think you are irresistible. Don't associate with people you can't trust. Don't ...
The 3 Stages of Life
Teens, you have all the time and energy but no money.Workers, you have all the money and energy but no time.Oldies, you have all the time and money but no more energy.Enjoy life! The above message was sent to me by a friend via SMS a long time ago. T...
Officially Back in the Tagging Game!
Yup, this is already my second. I got this A-Z tag from Sally over at Inner Whispers. Time for fun!A. Attached or single? Happily attached for exactly three years, four months, and 25 days now.B. Best friend? My sister, D Corz, and God, as always.C. ...
The Art of Waiting
Are you the type of person who sets aside everything else when waiting for something important or something big? I think this is an unhealthy habit, but I can't help it sometimes. I often find myself falling into this habit everytime something huge ...
At Day's End - Anonymous
[Photo: Free Foto]Is anybody happier because you passed his way?Does anyone remember that you spoke to him today?Can you say tonight in parting with the day that's slipping pastThat you have helped a brother over the many that you passed?Is a single...
Let’s Talk T – Temptation
It’s T time!Temptation is a word veiled with intrigue. Remember the snake in the story of Eden? The greatest temptation that has stained the innocence of mankind!How about you? Have you ever played a role in the world of Big T?Have you ever succumb...
What Millionaires Have in Common
[Photo: DL2 Media]They live below their means. Half of the millionaires interviewed did not live in high-status neighborhoods. Instead, they lived in average neighborhoods in average houses. That's how they were able to save money. The other half tha...
On Bitterness
There are people who let out all of their bitterness on others, and there are those who let all of it out on themselves. Who do you think is more destructive of the two?...
Rediscovering Relationships
Can you still remember your childhood friends? Your seatmate when you were just in primary grade? The first person you called best friend? How many people have come into your life and stayed until now? How many have come and left after a time? I donâ...
Poochie, Peachie, and the Baby
I’ve always been fond of pets. Growing up in my grandparents’ home in Pandan, we’ve had pets of different kinds. We have dogs, cats, chickens, and a carabao until now. My Grandpa also has pond fishes, while my Aunt loves aquarium fishes. We had...
Tagged (One-Word Meme) - My First Here
It’s been a long time since I’ve been in a tagging game! And this one is from my boss-friend Phoebe over at The Baby in Between.There’s only one rule: TO ANSWER USING ONLY ONE WORD! Copy and change the answers to suit you and pass it on. Be sur...
Long Weekend at Long Meadows: Photos
Beautiful – Christina Aguilera
[Photo: blog.owecn.com] Last Friday, I spent the night watching Christina Aguilera concerts via the DVD we borrowed from Ate Margie. Christina Aguilera was my sister’s favorite female performer, and I was planning to text her just so I could tell ...
On Jokes and Joking
Jokes have always been a part of life, especially here in the Philippines. No matter how hard the times can get, we always manage to tell jokes and laugh. Sometimes, we can even joke about our problems. This is one of the most admirable Filipino trai...
Catharsis
why is it cold?why isn't it real?the world is tiring.why am i even thinking about this?why is there fear?why don't i just stop and start all over?why do i have to be afraid?why do i have to be ideal?why?i love yellow.it lightens my mood.i hate dark ...
The Cultivation of Hate
Hate is but a natural feeling towards someone or something. Although it has always had a negative connotation, it may sometimes be justified by a lot of reasons. First, it's often an indication that a person’s right is being stepped on. Second, it'...
We've Just Moved!
[Photo: Regency Management Service L.L.C.]Yup, that's right! We've just moved to a new home over the weekend!We're happy about the new environment and are looking forward to meeting more of our new neighbors. There are still a whole lot of things to...
What Makes a Dad - Anonymous
God took the strength of a mountain,The majesty of a tree,The warmth of a summer sun,The calm of a quiet sea,The generous soul of nature,The comforting arm of night,The wisdom of the ages,The power of the eagle's flight,The joy of a morning in spring...
Do Not Stand at my Grave and Weep - Mary Elizabeth Frye
[Photo: Wikimedia Commons]Do not stand at my grave and weep,I am not there, I do not sleep.I am in a thousand winds that blow,I am the softly falling snow.I am the gentle showers of rain,I am the fields of ripening grain.I am in the morning hush,I am...
