Some Mall Experience

Two days ago, I have been to one of the relatively new malls in the north of manila and boy! I could not believe the volume of people that came in as the evening drew near. It's seeing people from all walks of life, come in full force! Escalators were packed just like the elevators, the restaurants and food court were full and it seems like people just kept coming from I don't know where. Shops were on sale and almost everyone's out looking out for some gift items and new stuff. What I particularly find amazing are at how the kid's face lights up the minute they step inside the toy stores. Looking at their beaming faces makes me go back to my childhood days and reminds me that Christmas is here and pretty soon, everybody is going to be busy with parties everywhere, merry making and a lot of fun things to do. Indeed, it's the happiest time of the year!

Eyes and Boss..Two Birthdays

This week, two very special friends celebrated their birthdays. While I wanted to post their pictures here, I realized it's best to keep their privacy, just as I value mine. These friends were from my past employments and believe me the other one was even my boss.

Let me first talk about EYES. I call him eyes, because of his big eyes. It has been a standing joke for us...I've known him for about 8 years now, and he was the first person I became friends with from one of my earliest jobs, and we were working hand in hand towards making sure that our client's cars were well taken cared of. Our friendship has evolved from lunch companions to confidante..I even know his latest flings, yet I never fail to remind him not to forget that he has a wife..Thank heaven's he listens.....once in a while though..lol! He has migrated to the U.S. for two years now, I never got the chance to see him when he went home for a short visit, but I'm glad that we still manage to remain very good friends despite the distance and the number of years we have not seen each other. These two cakes, I'm posting, reminded me of where we met and how work has got us closer together...
Happy Birthday, R.Eyes!


I always say, I am glad to have found very cool supervisors in my employments. And Ms. BOSS is one of them. Funny, the first time I met her was at the company where both Eyes and I were working. I remembered her too well, because she was about 6 ft. tall, short hair, and was every inch a lady. She was soft spoken and while she was waiting for her car check up to finish, she asked me if I can give her a warranty card. I was able to find some spare, and she was very thankful. Little did I know that a year after that, I would be hired by the company, where she was working but we never got the chance to get close until after two years, when she transferred to our department and became our head. Our bonding moments were always going on food trips and driving around looking for some cool spots to chillax. I also like the way she treats all of and how she remains to be a friend after all these years. Today, we both work for different companies and we check on each other through multiply and friendster. Her birthday is two days after Eyes, birthday and this cake below, reminds me of her feminine side, as she loves doing arts and crafts.


Happy Birthday, Ms. Boss. I miss the food trip!

Be Aware

Got this from an email and definitely a must read. This just tells us to be vigilant about the things around us. This is my way of getting the message across...Here goes...

A woman at a bar on a Saturday night was taken by 5 men, who, according to hospital and police reports, gang raped her before dumping her. Unable to remember the events of the evening, tests later confirmed the repeat rapes, along with traces of Rohypnol in her blood and Progesterex, essentially a small sterilization pill.

The drug is now being used by rapists at parties to rape AND sterilize their victims. Progesterex is available to vets to sterilize large animals. Progesterex is being used together with Rohypnol, the date rape
drug.

As with Rohypnol, all they have to do is drop it into the girl's drink. The girl can't remember a thing the next morning, of all that had taken place the night before. Progesterex, which dissolves in drinks just as easily, is such that the victim doesn't get pregnant; she won't conceive from the rape and the rapist needn't worry about having a paternity test identifying him months later.

The drug's effects ARE NOT TEMPORARY - They are PERMANENT!!! Progesterex was designed to sterilize horses.. Any female who takes it will
NEVER BE ABLE TO CONCEIVE... The weasels can get this drug from anyone who is in the vet school or any university.

Wolverine is Sexiest Man Alive

People magazine said he is "a triple threat: a star who can sing, dance, and wield a weapon." The actor best known as Wolverine, is also admired for his performances on Broadway, his versatility, has captured the hearts of audiences from all over the world.

No one could argue with him being voted the Sexiest Man Alive. He is such a perfect package to behold!

There, I've said my piece and I'm gonna get myself some sleep. It's already 30 minutes past one o'clock in the morning, here in the Philippines......lol!

This is one of my favorite songs lifted from Richard Poon's "I'll Take Care of You" album. Can't seem to get enough of the song and of him as well...hahaha. Get yourselves a copy of his album, you'll definitely love it just as I did.

MORE

More than the greatest love the world has known
This is the love I'll give to you alone
More than the simplest words I try to say
I only live to love you more each day

More than you'll never know my arms long to hold you so
My life will be in your keeping, waking,
sleeping, laughing, weeping
Longer than always is long long time,
But far beyond forever you'll be mine

I know I never lived before and my heart is very sure
No one else could love you more

I know I never lived before and my heart is very sure
No one else could love you more

Something to Ponder On...

Just like my previous post, this has been forwarded to me as well by another friend...Some inspirational stuff and reading it, it gave me time to ponder on some issues I currently have in my personal life....I am including my reflection/reactions on each point being itemized here....

Here goes a story and my reaction.....
When Eric Dumas was getting ready to return to college after a semester break, his dad gave him some sheets of paper containing hand-written words of advice for further reflection. A number of Eric's friends asked if they, too, could read these words of wisdom from a father to his son.

1. Dwell on the future, not the past.. What's done is done, the future is the only thing you can have an impact on.
**I'm having a hard time dealing with this one. Can't seem to not dwell in the past, but I'm slowly learning to dwell more in the future...

2. Ask God for forgiveness and move on. God always forgives the faithful.
**This one is soo true...No need to explain more...

3. Don't feel as though you must bare your soul to theirs. This puts a burden on them. Go on a "need to know" basis.
**I'll try to do this more often.....hehehehe....

4. This too will pass, if you want it to. Mature, healthy relationships combat the desire to falter.
**This is my motto now :: This too will pass....

5. Take solace [comfort] from your relationship with God and those you love.
**Amen to this..

6. Focus on the positive and use it. Reflect on your gains and build on your strengths. Let go of your failures.
**Very well said....will take this advice as well....

7. Nobody is perfect, not even you (or me). There will always be failings and temptations. That is what the Devil does for a living!
**Good point....It sort of balances out things..But it would be nice to be able to find perfection in imperfect situations or ways. (tough though!...)

8. Count your blessings, nurture your faith. Thank God everyday for who you are. Move on through this earthly existence as best you can.

**Agree. Amidst all the hard times, I realized I still am blessed..And I'm thankful.

9. Enjoy life! Leave a legacy for your children to follow. That's all we really can do.
**Very good point again....

10. I love you.
**This says it all...The love of a father to a son....

(P.S.) Call your mother.
**This really got me....I miss my Mom, even want her here beside me...Miss our bonding moments....Will send her an sms..... 'Nuf said...

Lessons from Jigsaw Puzzles

Would have wanted to write something personal, but this email forwarded by my very good friend prove to be more interesting than what I could have written...Hahahaha...May we be inspired by this one....

A jigsaw puzzle, as you all know, is a tiling puzzle that requires the assembly of numerous small, often oddly shaped, interlocking and tessellating pieces. Each piece has a small part of a picture on it; when complete, a jigsaw puzzle produces a complete picture.

The initial jigsaw puzzles were made of cardboard intended for developing a child's focus.

They outlined great pictures of flowers, cartoons, animals and even people when correctly
put together. These brainteasers help in developing focus and critical thinking of the children at an early age.

Jigsaw puzzles are often cut on larger pieces of cardboard and plastics to help kids learn the habit of analyzing possibilities. With these, wonderful shapes are to be linked together to discover the beauty they will reveal and learning becomes pleasurable and more enjoyable for them.

From children to seniors, making jigsaw puzzles is truly a wonderful hobby and relaxing pastime that helps develop problem-solving skills and keeps your mind sharp.

Aside from keeping our minds sharp, we, adults, can learn some valuable life lessons from a jigsaw puzzle. Here they are:

* Don't force a fit. If something is meant to be, it will come together naturally.
* When things aren't going so well, take a break. Everything will look different when you return.
* Be sure to look at the big picture. Getting hung up on the little pieces only leads to frustration.
* Perseverance pays off. Every important puzzle went together bit by bit, piece by piece.
* When one spot stops working, move to another. But be sure to come back later.
* The creator of the puzzle gave you the picture as a guidebook.
* Variety is the spice of life. It's the different colors and patterns that make the puzzle interesting.
* Establish the boarder first. Boundaries give a sense of security and order.
* Don't be afraid to try different combinations. Some matches are surprising.
* Take time to celebrate your successes (even little ones).
* Anything worth doing takes time and effort. A great puzzle can't be rushed.