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The yellow butterfly

01.07.2010
The Yellow Butterfly

The yellow butterfly flew around the white tent one time before finally disappearing into the sky. I knew it was Mommy assuring us she was happy in heaven before finally saying goodbye.
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We buried Mommy this morning right next to Lolo Iren. I was happy to see that a lot of people came to pay their [...]

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An almost perfect weekend

11.02.2009
Beautiful sunrise

My November was off to an awesome start and I just know this is going to be a great month.
Last Sunday morning, I went to the Victory Christian Fellowship Service in UP. I have to admit, it felt tempting to stay in bed since weekends are the only days I get to sleep in. [...]

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Open the door

09.10.2008
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… and allow the blessings to enter.
Lately, I’ve been opening a lot of doors and allowing the opportunities and blessings to flow into my life.
Sometimes I still feel like I should be doing something else or I should be somewhere else.
But right now I’m choosing to make the most of whatever I have and wherever [...]

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What’s your high today?

06.16.2008
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I always try to be in a state of gratitude everyday. It helps to put my life in perspective and keeps me focused on the good things.
Recently, I’ve been practicing another thing that makes my life more meaningful and fulfilling. I’ve been keeping track and remembering the “highs” of my day.
A high could mean something [...]

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When things don’t go your way…

06.01.2008
Sunset

…how do you deal with it?
Do you mope about the sudden change in plans or do you welcome the new outcomes?
Sometimes things go the way you planned and sometimes they don’t. Either way, you have a choice to accept what happens for what it is and move on.
Move forward.
Move up.
Look closer, maybe the changes that [...]

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Gratitude Monday

05.19.2008
Sunrise

I am grateful for:

Monday mornings that signal the beginning of a blessed week.
a hubby who kisses and loves me tender.
a baby who smiles and hugs me first thing after she wakes up.
a little angel who reminds me how strong I am as a woman.
a family who continues to take care of me long after I’ve [...]

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Grateful girl and influential blogger

05.06.2008
Influential blogger

One of the best pieces of advice I ever received is
Always begin the day with gratitude.
Every morning, I write in my journal the things I’m thankful for — from the simplest gift of being able to wake up to a brand new day to the greatest blessing of having all my loved ones with me.
I [...]

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More lessons from a cab driver

04.15.2008
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“Sa GMA lang po.” I told the driver as I went inside the cab.
As usual, a dozen thoughts were racing through my head as the we began the 5-minute ride to the office. That’s just how I am when I ride taxi cabs.
The sky looks pretty gloomy, I wonder if it’s gonna rain.
I hope Kernan [...]

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“Better Me” Mantra

01.05.2008
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It still amazes me how I’ve passed two very important milestones in my life in the past year.
In 2007, I did not only turn a quarter of a century older, I also became a wife and a mother.
So far, I think I’ve adjusted well to the new roles I took on. But I have to say [...]

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Musings after the New Year

01.04.2008
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I’m trying to keep this habit of writing in my journal and thinking about things to be thankful for. It really helps to keep things in perspective.
I’m thankful for quiet moments like this when I can stop and reflect about my life and the things happening around me.
I used to spend a lot of time [...]

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