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I hope we all find that special love, the kind that makes our toes curl, our stomach and jaws hurt from too much laughing, tickles our bones, and our heart swells. I know we all look for it. We dream about it and when we finally have it, we keep it and we are willing to go through anything to fight for it. ❤️

Dear Mrs. B,

Seriously, you don't impress me much. Why don't you do all of us a favor and keep your thoughts to yourself, because the last thing we need is for somebody to laugh at us while we're in the middle of saving a life. And while you're at it, please buy yourself some manners because you clearly could use one.

You should know you aren't all that.

Wishing you a shitload of poos and pees,

Tintin

Lest I Forget

Note to self (lest you forget):

You can't always please people no matter how hard you try. They will either give you the meanest or most ridiculous comment to make you feel smaller than a speck of dirt. But hey, that's exactly the reason why you shouldn't give them the time of your day. They may break you with their words but don't let them dull your shine. Never, do you hear me? :)

If you feel good about what you're doing and you don't hurt anybody along the way, then you're most likely doing it right. How's that for validation? :)

Guard your heart. Always.

Remember to be cautious. Don't make decisions that your future self will regret. It doesn't hurt to be playful when you can, or throw in some spontaneity if the situation calls for it, but just be on the look out for traps and loops. ;)

You can't hurry love. The right guy who will stay for the long haul will come. Be extra patient. Let go. :)

You are surrounded with beautiful people named family and friends. They are the only ones that matter next to God.

Do not settle for less when you know you can have more.

Respect yourself. Know your worth. Love yourself. All the time, y'all! ;) (You did not just say y'all)

The world gets smaller with the power of technology and aviation. Please save up so you can see, immense yourself in, and experience the beauty that traveling brings. :)

Sometimes, you have to delay gratification for a bigger and nicer cause. Know when to say no, not right now. :)

God is merciful. He gives the toughest test to His strongest warrior. :)

You should know...

I don't think it's appropriate to say you miss someone and then don't do something about it. It's like leaving fate and chance to stir up some magic; only at one point in time, magic doesn't really exist unless you will it to be. 

It's never right to allow yourself to be complacent, because sometimes love doesn't prove to be that powerful to hold a person who's ready to walk out of that door. 

Learn Our Basics

Is it really too much to ask for a little courtesy from people? I give out respect and utmost courtesy to others, not because I want them to do the same, but because we all deserve that, rich and poor alike. I work in a big hospital and sometimes it bewilders me how I've gone through the day without losing my head or sanity. There are doctors, patients, and coworkers who demand immediate attention, when there is only so much you can do at a given time. I refuse to fall prey to any form of discourtesy and rudeness. When you need something from me while I'm talking to someone else, I don't think tapping your fingers incessantly at the desk would make me give you my undivided attention. That won't clearly work. When some doctors call out for their charts without saying their pleases and thank yous, I look into their eyes and show my feeling of disdain. Good heavens, grow up! 

Inasmuch as we are all free to voice out our opinions because we claim to live in a democratic country, we are also very much responsible for our thoughts and opinions. Take the internet for example, various netizens mock, call out names, bully or criticize other people. What is beyond me is that they do that under a pseudonym. When you can't bravely put a name and face to those snide remarks, I don't think you have any business complaining about whatever they do with their lives, not unless it poses a grave threat to yours. Keep your comments to yourself, after all that's very elementary.

But that's just me.

:)

I only have a number of good friends. Unlike many people I know, I don't move around from one group of friensd to another. I can name quite a few from my grade school days who were still practically my friends until I was in high school, and finally today. I have the fondest memories with friends. Every night before I sleep, I think about the joy and laughter we've shared. With the power of technology, I still stay connected with those who have already moved out of the country.

I believe it's very important to understand the personality of another person, and then accept without judgment and hesitation the person that he/she is. It's never an easy ride to be with people who have different views, opinions, hobbies, and the like, but what is important is to get through the day knowing you have been a faithful friend. :)

I've been very busy the past few months, I almost forgot I had this online diary. I'm sorry. Please know I've missed you so much. I can't wait to bombard you with pictures of days gone by. :)

xx Tintin

F

You know how I know why I like this guy? There weren't some neon lights flickering incessantly telling me yes, you like him. It was slow and gradual. Everyday, I feel like I'm being drawn in by some force too strong to resist, that if I looked the other way I'm sure I'd lose my head. No, really. And every single moment I bask in the feeling, I tell myself it's fleeting. All these are temporal and changes are bound to happen in time. Yet, I still get stuck. With this feeling, with this guy. Crazy!

He would irked me many times for countless reasons, most of which are shallow and unimportant. I try not to give him my time of the day, but boy do I have to be reminded of the "force". And in so saying, I also happen to like our senseless conversations of just about anything under the sun. ;)

There are days that I look forward to seeing him. There was one particular moment that struck me, so much that I put him high on a pedestal. I had a long tiring day and since everyone was busy, I decided to try my luck and sent him a text saying he has to actually say yes to my dinner invitation (never mind that he was also tired and had to prepare for an upcoming exam). And yes, your guess may have been right.

I'd like to see myself giving it a try. Maybe it's worth it, maybe it's not. No one can really tell. So here's to pressing chances and wishing hard they go my way. :)

"Shouldn't we hold out for the person who doesn't just tolerate our little quirks, but actually likes them?"

Baby, it's Hugh :>

Here I am typing to the tune of Sean Kingston's Rum and Raybans. Yes, I know, it's not exactly the type of music I would be caught dead listening to. But what harm is there listening to another new genre, right? :)

Speaking of change, where it's the only permanent thing in the world (but I could actually name quite a lot, say death and birth), I see myself going through some. It's pretty amazing to know that I'm a lot different from what I thought I would be like today from an awkward teenager's (because hey, we all went through that phase) point of view. Everyday is an opportunity to learn, to develop, and to grow. Everyday presents a reason to accept and refute, to ponder and then finally decide. :)

This year, before I turn another year older, I hope I can recall as much reasons as I could that I have also grown wiser and more substantial. I wish to acquire the qualities I see in my mother and all the beautiful people I am surrounded with.

1. Quality time = ME time

I used to dread going to places and events alone. I used to always reach out and look for company in the presence of family and friends. Used to being the key words. Today and the past few years, I appreciate and value my time alone, where I can gather my thoughts and bask in the tranquil state that only a peaceful mind can offer. Suddenly, the chaos and noise begin to blur and fade into the background. Simple things begin to matter most.

2. God, family, friends

When all these three are put together, they come out as the only perfect combination. I don't know about you but this fact is inarguable. :) Sometimes, human as we are, we tend to forget that fame, power, and glory are never going to be the answer. We find ourselves lost and blinded in all these and then next thing we know, we're buried so deep it's hard to find our way up. My dear friends, when we value our loved ones, who are our prized possession, we find significance and purpose in living. :)

3. Fitness and hobbies

I've heard myself say "Tonight, I'm going to devote two hours of my time jogging," or "I will exercise" a couple of times, but I hardly put them into action. I have not really walked my talk. So this year, seeing as I have a lot of time in my hands and my plate is practically empty, it's high time I actually tag this as a priority. I know my body will thank me later. :)

Until then, amigos.

Snippets of S101

Psssst :)

Contentment comes from within. It radiates naturally especially when a person is feeling very satisfied with how his life is going on. :)

I'd like to think I am this person. Right now, as I type, I feel extremely satisfied, contented, and happy. I'm 25 and things are going too well. I have tried many times to question and wonder why things have not been going like how I have planned them to be, but the answers never go my way. I think I have done too much wondering that I feel it is time to just let nature take its course. Whatever God wills will happen. :) 

:)

Well, hello! We finally meet again. I'm writing because I miss you and I have so many things on my mind that I want to share with you. :)

I hope you do not think that I've abandoned you (which may seem like it is after a month or two of hiatus). I have very legit reasons and you know better than to show me that pout. Now, there's my little girl... :)

Today, as is the past weeks, has been one filled with French classes, paper works, and the like. I've missed out on a lot of important things too, if that's any consolation to you. :)

You will be very proud of me because I'm taking the time to reconnect with my dear friends. I know you've been giving me that look. I feel threatened, mind you. Our friendship is fine, so stop worrying. We've been exchanging texts and video calling is an instant hit. :)

And another thing, I'm actually quite very happy with how my life is going on right now. Too many wonderful things are happening. These blessings keep on pouring, I could hardly keep up (now that rhymes).

I love you, blog. I hope you always remember that I keep you close to my heart. For the mean time, this update will suffice. :)

I miss you so much, buboy!! :/

Why Am I Feeling Extra Sappy at This Hour?!

It's half past 3 in the morning and work has never been this good in the past 3-4 days. It's quiet time like this that I start to miss a lot of things and people. My best friend, Anne, just left for another country. I totally miss her and the many days we could have been together had she still been around. :/ 
Taylor Swift's Never Grow Up makes for a good company right about now. :)

I Say Hello :)

I have been MIA, I know. :( I miss writing my thoughts here! :(
I have been very busy lately with things, which require so much of my time (and effort). I don't even have the luxury of waking up late during my free time from work. I am so tired and I cannot wait for all these to be over. Until then, I'll just pretend I have my thoughts written down. :(

Hey Matet! :p

Another good friend of mine just left for Norway today. While we were driving her to the airport, we kept reminiscing of the many beautiful times we've all shared together. I can't believe we're really living and chasing our dreams. While it pains us to send her off because that meant long-distance friendship and numerous absences on many wonderful occasions meant to be shared with friends, it is also comforting to know that wherever in the world we may be, nothing and no one will ever go between our friendship. It would also be even nicer to see each other again after a year or two or more.

I try very hard to understand why a person bashes a friend. I try even harder to comprehend the necessity of it, because honestly we could live without doing it. It's cruel, most especially when the other party is clueless. :/ While I always keep all my opinions to myself, I also think staying mum isn't right. But how do you break that to a friend? I do not want to stay in any relationship that's strained because it's stressful. Somebody rescue me PLEASE! :/

Missing the little boy so much :( He refuses to talk to us over the phone, and creates multiple reasons to stay away from it or end our already-short conversation. :( He is too smart for pretending he is listening or talking to us when his grandmother is around. In a short span of 20 seconds or less, he'd start complaining/grumbling and then asking, 'Ano man, tita? Pagod na gat ako.', or no better than 'Are we done yet?' in English. It's heartbreaking, really. :( Our little baby boy has grown up too fast it hurts!

Onto a very celebratory good news, we're having another baby boy!!! Wooooot!!! <3

Joy Comes in the Morning :)

These are very very beautiful Biblical quotes made by an equally beautiful site. I would like to share these to whomever is reading my blog. :)

For there are times I feel helpless, overwhelmed, tired, defeated or alone, and then something like a colorful rainbow or the smell of the earth after a heavy downpour remind me that my God listens and will see me through the day/night. All these trials that come my way have tested my faith, but I stood my ground and affirmed my faith and belief to God and His Son, my Saviour, Jesus Christ. :)

I feel infinitely blessed and I have faith that this year will bring yet another bountiful blessings. :) Let's claim it, y'all!!! <3

Happy New Year

I can't believe this is going to be my last post for this year. So much has happened this 2012 and the days went by so fast it's surreal!

I'm very thankful for the year that's gone, for all the lessons learned, the beautiful people I've met and have had a chance to share stories with, and the blessings I've received. It's amazing that this year is finally coming to an end and I have another 365 days to write another story. :)

Happy New Year, beautiful people of the world!! :)