AMOTHER'S LOVE ( A MOTHER'S TRIBUTE TO HER OWN DAUGHTER )

Out of the seven entries of the recently concluded Metro Manila Film Festival, I've gotten the chance to watch 3 films and one of them is Mano Po...A Mother's Love.To be honest the reason why I watched the film, aside from being enthusiastic to see my favorite Ms. Cuneta in a wide screen once again, whom I believe is an admirable performer, was the title of the movie that inspired me as well.The movie presented the faultless and undiminished Mother's love.As we all know, mothers are supposed to love their children unconditionally, and I'm pleased to say that I consider myself one of them. From the time I conceived my four children up to this very moment, I still have a photographic memory in my heart and mind the pain and glory of bringing them out into this world. Besides the ordeals that I went through, I likewise value the moments I had, with each one of them, especially when they were still young.I still recall how they were as babies, as teenagers and in the course of time what they are now and what they have become.That's how I treasure each one of them.Now my children are all grown - ups, as a matter of fact 2 of them, are wed and have kids of their own.But never will it hinder me of continually protecting, defending and insuring their safety as a mother should. Unusually, as mothers we are delicate and sensitive, especially when our children are finally on their own. At times, we carelessly tend to be senseless and cross beyond normal limits.We refuse to let go those moments that our children were yet kids, always depending on us, wanting us to be constantly around them.We refuse to accept the fact that they have already their own lives to live,new priorities and other things to attend to, aside from us.Though we are aware of this we choose to be stubborn to get once again their full attention.Why? for the reason we simply refuse to let go of them.That's how we mothers are, our love for our children is ultimate, no ifs,and no borders.Sometimes our children could hardly get the idea why we are acting this way, but I'm sure when their time comes, that's when they realize why.I remember, one time my daughter commented that I was being childish.I admit that I was acting so, for I wanted it my way.You see when my daughter being a hard working entrepreneur, gets too busy with her business, It's so hard for me to get in her way.I just miss my oldest baby I used to cuddle in my arms.Though I understand that's how it is.Anyway I'm proud of my daughter, at an early age I consider her successful on her chosen craft. And that goes with the rest of my brood.Anyway enough with bragging, just happened to mention my daughter in connection w/ the movie, Mano Po... A Mother's Love wherein the oldest daughter of Ms. Cuneta, played by Heart Evangelista, became a successful business woman, though her aim was quite wicked, to get even with her mother. Whereas in my daughter's case it's the contrary and completely different, the reason why I'm so proud of her.Being a mother myself this is one topic that's really close to my heart.Allow me to end my blog with this phrase..."A mother's love is patient and forgiving when all others are forsaking, it never fails or falters, even though the heart is breaking” .True enough,HOW ABOUT YOU MOTHERS OUT THERE DON'T YOU AGREE?

AFFLICTION

The outlook of an individual reflects on what's in the core of his heart and soul.The person may try to portray otherwise, yet the genuine character will eventually come out. I'm simply referring to my personal observation,not trying to act as a psychologist, nor an expert on human behavior. But I believe any speculator like me could attest to that.You could easily detect a pathetic personality, even in an ordinary sharing of opinions and views.An ideal example of this is,dealing on topics of success,instead of giving positive reaction on the specific subject matter, the person has always negative comments to argue with.During light situations you are in, he always has a way to inject complicated footing thus making the whole scenario melancholy.As I've said, when anger or hatred wraps-up your spirit, you tend to shun away from being productive, instead you drown yourself to self pity & most likely turn to be abortive.
People with behavior as this are also characterized as cynical.Meaning, they are always expecting bad outcomes, instead of being hopeful.It is useless to argue with this type of people or else before you know it you might turn out to be just like one of them.One thing that's alarming to deal with such,are their expertise on manipulating unsteady and weak personality.
I hate to appraise such kind of person,though to encounter behaviors as this are often times annoying and usually provoking.But as I contemplate, I believe, that maybe they are just in need of compassion and understanding for they didn't choose to be like this.I guess it's no easy to be in their shoe, I feel to be in a state of mental torture is no wieldy. Given the chance, I think they also might turn out to be sympathetic and lovable.Maybe all they need is affection and TLC. Anyway there's always a chance to undergo an innovation process, if we want to.Only we must first learn to accept our affliction so we can move on for the better if not for the best.
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL and LET'S ALL LOOK FORWARD TO A TRANQUIL 2010!

OUR FUTURE GENERATION

Basically when a child is born,the family and relatives rejoice and celebrate.A baby is considered as God's gift.A newly born baby is a symbol of innocence and purity. We are even careful and cautious in handling this gift, and we are bound to treasure and cherish this helpless little creature. As parents or acceptor of this gift, we are compelled to take good care of what is assigned to us by our Creator.Our task as parents is to raise this innocent creature from being helpless into a person of humane character.
Sometimes, I wonder how an individual turn out to be someone detestable,loathsome and outcast of society.Aren't they the once innocent and helpless babies we used to cuddle in our arms because they looked so small and fragile? maybe, correct me if I'm wrong there was mishandling that happened along the way.I believe that a family is an important segment of a society.A father and a mother are the one responsible on how a person should turn out to be.I believe that Parenthood is an effortful kind of job.It's a great accountability to God and to our Society.The kind of human being we will raise will surely affect not only within the periphery of our homes but through out the community, and eventually the entire Nation.That's why, we should give the best of our ability to raise our young. Some parents may ask the most effective formula to raise up good children, I guess there's no ideal formula for us to follow. Simply install the importance of respect, honesty and integrity in their hearts and mind.Spirituality is also a considerable factor and the most substantial aspect is for us Parents to lead as good example to our kids.Children usually look up to their idols, who often times and most likely, it is either their mother or father, that's why while they are still in that stage make the most out of it, by molding their character and behavior for the better.So that when the time comes for them to explore and discover further in the outer world by themselves, at least that embedded nature we install inside them will serve as their guide to choose the better from the worse, right from wrong and honesty from cheat.
I am certain that life is a cycle or a chain reaction.Meaning good begets righteousness, as bad begets evil act.If we parents install in our children good behavior and spirituality I'm sure they'll turn out to be better citizens in our society.And better yet good future leaders for our ailing country.Somehow the fulfillment of a GOOD NATION in the future lies on how we rear our young ones TODAY.

FORGIVENESS as a sign of HUMILITY

Enough with these Bureaucratic issues. Seems like, I'm starting to sound too concern.My son comically commented that it looks like Political inclination is starting to build up in my system.Scornfully he asked me if I intend to run for a Public Office, comes 2010. Instead of feeling annoyed he made me laugh, aside from the fact that I'm a bit too late for the incoming elections and quite advance for the next.I guess, adding my name to the lengthy list of nuisance candidates won't help. Somehow, COMMELEC has gotten an ample share of headaches already.Besides, I guess even my family will never support this concept knowing how impatient and sensitive I am when it comes to dirt.
Anyway, at this point I would like to tackle a different issue. This time, a domestic matter.Liza, is a childhood friend of mine, .I fondly call her my godsister, for her departed mother happened to be my Godmother. .Every now and then she pays me a visit. I consider her as one of my most trusted friends, aside from being my dear godsister.Her first marriage ended too soon, for her husband died so untimely, leaving her with four kids.After two years of single parenthood, she decided to marry again for the second time.To make the story short, her 2nd husband's fate was unfortunately similar with the first one, only this time it has been a prolonged agony for both of them since he died of cancer.And she got three kids by him.Nevertheless, she was able to cope with the situation, being a successful business woman.I remember we used to entertain ourselves out of our situation of being single parents, I often tell her that I accede that she surpass me on this aspect, considering that she became a single parent, out of bereavement, while in my case is out of cheating and dishonesty.Going back to my godsister, her children from her first marriage are all married now and successful with their own chosen path.All of them are living now in Bacolod, their father's hometown.My friend wish to spend Christmas with them, and looking forward of spending time with her grandchildren again, but the problem is, there's that unending conflict between her and the relatives of her first husband ever since she married again.Now what pains her is the idea that her children are already influenced by them.She could feel that they aren't just physically away but their affection as well. I tried to console her by suggesting that since it's Christmas Season it would be a perfect timing to make the first move to make amend to these people.Anyway, she just followed her heart... though for the second time it doesn't make any difference from the first.Trying to convince her, I assured her that i'm confident that they are basically good and forgiving people, I think.Though I'm not convince that my godsister committed something wrong.It doesn't matter anyway because someone has to make the first move or else nothing will be resolve.I believe that forgiveness and humility comes hand in hand. Bestowing forgiveness especially to those who doesn't ask is a sign of humility.Allow me to end this issue by declaring that each of us knows that if we continue on our Christian path towards our salvation, we must avoid pride at all cost, since pride consumes all that is good in this life. ... If we desire this love of our Lord God, then we must consider humility as a great Christianvirtue in our life.

ON A PERSONAL NOTE

Martial Law has been lifted already.Can't figure out how to react or feel, if I should be thankful or apprehensive about this.To be honest, I'm not sure until now whether I was for or against the Proclamation of Martial Law in Maguinanao (only, I would surely oppose for the extension, in both areal and the time duration as agreed upon).What was being questioned really was the rationale behind the declaration.That's why, placing our confidence in the uprightness of our Government Officials counts a lot, if not there will always be that formidable feeling every time they make a drastic move as this one.
But then, I guess as long as Maguindanao, remains under the supervision and control of the Military, deployed by the Administration, the people in that area will at least be out of harm. I just hope that the safety of the residents in this place will be properly guarded and Human rights will be carefully preserved.Added inhuman incidents in this place will I guess be considered as bizarre and really vicious already.
As I recall the ruthless event that happened in Maguindanao, can't help but sympathize with the grieving families of the innocent victims of the AMPATUANS and their collaborators.The media men and women included in that monstrous killings are most if not all stand as a bread winner in their family. Real Justice must be served to these poor victims.These criminals did not only kill those victims but much more the future of the bereaved families of these people they brutally killed.Most of the dependents,are children, wives,sisters, brothers, parents and other relatives.
These suspects, as well as the witnesses who are now under the custody of the military and NBI must be cautiously watched and attended.It would be unrelenting if they'll be given the chance to get off from jail and much more from what they did.
In the meantime, it is not only the criminals or the people behind this dreadful killing that are being accounted for by the entire Nation , but also the Government, on how they'll carry on with the inquest and eventually bring justice not only to the victims but to all Filipinos as well.

KNOWLEDGE W/O INTEGRITY

It all started w/ a txt message, informing that a gruesome murder happened in a certain place called, SHARIFF AGUAK located somewhere in MAGUINDANAO. Only to be uncovered later, that it was NOT just a usual killing that we’ve known before, but something more horrible and to be considered as the most inhuman act, that ever happened in the history of reported cases of massacre, murders and killings in our country.Though this incident is still under investigation, it has already marked globally a negative impact to our country and the present Administration.The whole world’s attention is focus on us, because of this horrible incident, especially on how our Government will handle this gruesome event.This morbid and inhuman act that happened in Maguindanao is initiated by greed and hunger for power.The Ampatuan Clan, who’s the Primary suspect of this gruesome massacre, and killed 57 innocent people, is considered as the most powerful, feared and influential personalities not only in Shariff Aquak but in the entire Mindanao.As the investigation of this case is being taken, at the same time being watched all over the world,many doubtful and suspicious concealed foulness slowly came out into open.Among them are the numerous HIGHLY POWERFUL WEAPONS that this family possess, the 25 huge mansions they own, Huge amount of money they have in their private vaults, the numerous private armies they have, not to mention a battalion of military men under their influence and authority.But the most scandalous of all is their being linked and identified with GMA and known to be very much influential to the present Administration, Thus believed to be behind the magnanimous votes that Pres.GMA got in the past elections.It has been observed that at 1st the Government made a vague move towards the incident that took place n Maguindanao, until the event became so sensationalized and scrutinized not only by Media but the entire World especially U.S.Now what is being questioned is the President’s motive behind the declaration of MARTIAL LAW and suspension of the WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS in Maguindanao.In fact at present this proclamation is being heard in a joint session of the House of Rep. and the Senate House to decide whether to revoke or not the declaration of Martial Law in the said Province.While our so called learned people are discussing about this matter, I think the least we can do as responsible citizens in this country is to continue to be vigilant with this so called transparent and impartial investigation of this gruesome multiple murders of innocent people.As one of the senators COMMENTED about this action of the Government in connection w/ the Proclamation of Martial Law in Maguindanao, “Maybe as of now Martial Law is restricted in the Province of Maguindanao only, what if, the whole island of Mindanao will be included later, and before we know it, as worse will come to worse the entire nation at that time will already be under Martial Law, GOD FORBIDS . In totality I think what is being questioned here is not only Martial Law per se, but also the real intention of the President of our Country of her sudden and abrupt action that caused us to panic and at the same time to be anxious, so with the other Bureaucrats in our country.It’s a fact that our President is knowledgeable when it comes to strategic moves such as this, being the highest Ranking Official of our Land, the reason why we should be alert and take this matter seriously.FOR Knowledge and Power are dangerous and dreadful without integrity.

JUST A COMMENTARY

I may sound patriotic this time. But I really feel... outrage of what is happening to our country today. If this country of ours could only protest...she might break her silence by saying"please spare me a piece of kindness and your indulgence, I'm hurting, really hurting".
While I was listening to my favorite TV program this morning, the host of the program read on air the clamors of our fellow citizens through text, I couldn't help but laugh at their comments.Instead of expressing their anger in an offensive manner, they direct what they feel through comedy.This is one thing that makes me feel proud to be a Filipino.Despite of all the hardships we are going through as a Nation,we can still make the whole situation lighter, through our Pinoy Jokes. Pinoys are fun loving people by nature aside from being labeled as music lovers,why?tell me, when did you attend a Pinoy informal gathering that karaoke singing portion isn't one of the agenda?may it be here or abroad.
We can't hide the fact that our people is hurting, especially the common people or the masses.We are the one taken for granted, the one being used and abuse especially during election, and to think that the salary of our Government Officials and those considered as bureaucrats of the administration comes from our hard earned money, from the income tax we pay every year.Joke or no joke this is true.Anyway one thing that is considered as an asset to us Pinoys is our being survivors. In any situation, condition or circumstances we are in we still endure.I compare ourselves as a Nation to a Bamboo known to be a unique plant that standstill in both tension and compression and characterize, with a compressive strength that increases as it gets older.While Pinoys endurance to hardships and tribulation is absolute.

BEASTS!

The recent gruesome event that took place in Maguindanao,must be condemned not only by the Filipino people but the entire world, this ruthless and cold-blooded act is so inhuman and barbaric in nature. No person in his right senses may even think of doing such a disgraceful act, only with those abhorrent character are capable of doing such a horrible execution, sad to say they are beasts,they are even lower than the lowest form of animals that you can think of…..GOD BLESS OUR COUNTRY, PHILIPPINES.
I , myself despise the person or persons behind this monstrous incident that happened.Imagine as to the last update, there are already 57 bodies recovered from the crime scene,and a big manhole was made to hide their evil deeds,thus making this crime a pre-meditated multiple murder.And to think that the evidences and testimonies of the witnesses are all pointing to the direction of the Ampatuan clan as the mastermind of this awful massacre. If you got no idea who this clan is, this happens to be the most powerful clan in Maguindanao, that belongs to a Political Dynasty, and believed behind the magnanimous votes that GMA got from the said area.
Imagine, one of the alleged suspects of this recent awful massacre, Mayor Ampatuan jr. of Magindanao,who is fortunately under the custody of NBI right now,is ironically complaining of chest-pain due to lack of ventilation in his cell and thus according to him causing the temperature unbearable hot …. my gosh ! Aren’t he aware that it’s nothing compared to hell where he is supposed to belong.
Another thing that dismayed me a lot was when it was exposed that some high Ranking Police Officials were found to be collaborators of this horrible happening.Maybe it escaped from their minds that their job was to protect the people from offenders and outlaws.Sad to say, they themselves are evildoers.I know, I’m in no position to pre- judge them but I wish … I just wish they’ll burn in hell!
On the other hand,how disgusting to know that GMA appears to be keeping her distance from this case.She deliberately abandoned the gruesome incident,by turning over her responsibility to one of her cabinet members.It’s clear that there is a string attached between the Ampatuan Clan and the present administration.No need for a professional analyst to explain just for us to view clearly the complete picture.It only shows the kind of GOVERNANCE we have under GMA, SOOO… CORRUPT!
Now, we are given another chance to correct the MISTAKES we did in the past elections ….another election period is coming, in 2010 I just hope this time we’ll be more careful, clever and responsible enough to exercise our sovereignty to vote, for our and our children future.

THE ESSENCE OF CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

Christmas is just around the corner.The most awaited season of the year, especially for us Filipinos.Philippines is a nation, pronounced as an origin of Catholicism.The reason why Filipinos even those residing abroad are always
looking forward to, this time of the year w/ joy and excitement .
The word Christmas comes from the words Cristes maesse, or “Christ’s Mass” w/c means the annual festival of the Christian church commemorating the birth of Jesus, celebrated on December 25 and now generally observed
around the world.
Christmas symbolizes LOVE.God’s love for mankind.He sent His Only Begotten Son,Jesus Christ, into this world to deliver us from sin. The reason why,Christmas symbolizes also gift-giving.
Here in the Philippines Christmas is celebrated for a longer period compared to other countries.In fact, as early as September, Christmas songs are already played everywhere.Christmas decors are usually put-up in advance as early as 1st quarter of November.That only shows how excited Filipinos are to celebrate this Yuletide Season.
As we get busy preparing for this season ,let’s not put aside the real essence of Christmas spirit.In this day and age, the spirit of Christmas has truly become overshadowed by commercialism. With Christmas displays set up in the stores, Christmas parties and reunions,Buying this and that…
We tend to neglect the celebrant,JESUS CHRIST,who chose a stable to be HIS birthplace,and to belong to a family of humble beginning.Meaning,the real essence of Christmas are humility, purity and sincerity to serve rather than to be served.Just hope and pray that this will aid as a motivating factor for our aspiring politicians comes 2010.

WOMAN

Often times, women are referred to as the weaker sex.Sorry to say, especially to the so called male chauvinists that I beg to disagree.Though I believe what is stated in the bible that God took a rib from Adam's side and made a woman, I acknowledge the fact that women are still independent-being, created by GOD.
Women are fearless and emotionally stable compared to men.They aren't afraid to face life's battles no matter what, especially when the one at stake is their children's refuge.They may look fragile but inside they are tough. In the sense, that they don't easily give-up to any kind of adversities that come their way.
Bearing a child is an exceptional endowment that only women could perform.And I believe that in GOD'S SUPREME POWER,He knew that women got more competence to carry through this task.Therefore a woman deserves respect and recognition, being the one chosen by God to deliver humanity into this world.
When a woman loves she gives all,even the last strength left.Her capacity to love is beyond what you expect.But, at the same time just be on the look out because by the time you push further her limits,she is most likely to burst ... and there goes all the positive emotions, what is left, is the intense feeling to survive, not only for herself but most of all for those who depend on her.
There might be some who will object but then, it's given that in every man's success, is a woman behind.This only proves that women are not just
ornaments in a man's life, but a valuable better-half of a man's existence.
I know it would be hard to admit that women are equal to men when it comes to ability,emotional strength, and capability.If there are men out there who question this reality, my only suggestion is to approach the one they MOST look up to who happens to be their MOTHER.

MARRIAGE

Marriage as we all know is a sacred vocation. It is supposed to be a life time commitment to someone you choose to be w/ for the rest of your life.As we usually hear the couple promise each other in a wedding ceremony ".... through sickness and health till death do us part..". Thus says the promise, and it'll remain as is until it's EXECUTED after the ceremony.Unfortunately, promises are usually quiet hard to fulfill.Luckily or unluckily in marriage, you are not simply affirming a promise, but declaring a vow in the presence of families, relatives, friends of both parties, a priest or a minister and above all " THE ALMIGHTY FATHER", thus making it blessed.
Being a holy pledge it is hard for us not to take it seriously.As the overused cliche
says " Marriage is not a joke. It is not like food that you can spit out when it is too hot to chew." This what I call realization of what really marriage is. Our folks frequently tells us about this tale, yet instead of feeling alert you feel intimidated and most of the time upset( most especially if you thought you're in- love).
Most probably it's assumed that LOVE, is an important factor in marriage.But then, love could either make or break you.Don't get me wrong, what I want to point at is, when one is " heel over head " in- love w/ somebody the person becomes bullheaded.Making that person certain of what he feels at the moment.After the excitement of being married in the presence of everybody and the honeymoon period of the couple, comes the authenticity of it all.
Marriage is a full time job.Most importantly the relationship must be based from mutual respect,fidelity,dedication, selflessness,and give and take partnership.It's not an easy job but at least you can try.Just try hard enough so you won't regret,but then, because it's a difficult journey to go through, be prepared of the consequences that comes w/ it.Though in the lighter note, the idea of having someone to share w/ (perhaps if you get lucky) the rest of your life is inspiring.Just be careful in choosing whom to entrust yourself for it's quite a bad experience to fall w/ the wrong person ( I should know for I experienced it myself ).

A FRIEND

I've written quite a few topics already. They were all based from personal experiences not only mine but also from those close to me as well. One topic that I really want to discuss is considerably subjective.
Since I could remember, I was always a loner. My elder siblings were all grown ups when my mom gave birth to her youngest child who happens to be me, making my post in the family unstable. But don't get me wrong, being the youngest I was well loved by everybody. From my grandmother down to my one and only brother who was then 6 yrs older than I was. What I meant by being unstable was I could hardly fit - in the age group of my other siblings for they were already in their teens while I was still in my childhood.We may call it generation gap, the reason why I couldn't relate to their activities at that time. It's either I was playing by myself or with myself, for they were so protective that I seldom had the chance to go out and play w/ other kids.
Maybe this is the reason why I feel only at ease when I'm in an intimate rather than in a social gathering, even as a a grown- up already.Others used to label me as unfriendly and hostile. Don't get me wrong, you might accuse me of being atypical, of course not, but yes I admit I'm anti social. I'm just being careful I guess in choosing whom to trust and insure my confidence w/.But then, just like you and everybody else I also need a friend, a true and sincere friend that is. I believe in the saying, " No Man Is An Island". Next to our Family and relatives, I think Friends are the most important people in any ones life.What does really a friend means, and how important really a "FRIEND" is.Anyway , I've been thinking anybody could be a friend, isn't it? even a relative or a family member could also act as a friend.This only means how important a friend is.Someone you could confined to, especially personal problems and to share w/ your personal secrets. But real, true and sincere friends are just hard to find, especially now a days. A friend for me must be someone who honestly appreciates you as a person, someone you can entrust your dark secrets, will always sympathize w/ you, though not necessarily gives easily his consent w/ the not so good things you do, but will never adjudge you.And most importantly, a friend is always there for you at all cost. Friends are like diamonds so precious, so valuable, that if you happen to own a small piece of it will certify you as someone well-off. In the other hand, if you got even only one true, trusted friend, will already mark you as "ONE HELL of a LUCKY GUY!".

2012

I just watched the movie entitled 2012.This movie was adapted from one of the prophecies of NOSTRADAMUS, a noted and popular Astrologist and Physician of his time. According to the Book of Prophecies, Michel de Nostredame (his real name), predictions often times
occur. The reason why his prophecies are still widely read until now. Readers have discovered apparent predictions of such world events as the French Revolution and World War. Anyway , I'm not really interested in his prophecies.I just came to know about him and his predictions through a documentary film introduced to me by my son. One of them quite interest me.Its his prediction about the end of the WORLD, COMES 2012.
While I was watching the movie I felt horrified, shaken and shocked, by the occurrence of a very dreadful happening before my very eyes.It was really frightening, to see the whole country of United States and its people being literally eaten by the grounds as it break and divide into pieces, the volcanoes were exploding, the buildings were collapsing and ocean water rapidly rising so high( in fact as high as Mount Everest) forming huge tidal waves as the entire Nation, being swept out from the map. The people were simply helpless and got nowhere to hide.As to my own opinion the most significant event in this movie aside from crumbling and falling apart of buildings, especially the "Statue of Liberty", was the scene where in the President of the United States, has chosen to stay to be of service to his country and its people until his last breath, instead of going w/ His salvation troop.I won't divulge the entire film so you get the chance to experience the way I did as I watch the film. In the movie you'll be able to see different human behaviors. There are selfish and selfless, hypocrites and honest, materialistic and patriotic. Just like in real life. Though the movie is still considered as fiction it has the essence of reality and anticipation.In the end the scriptwriter still considered the feeling of the viewers, by giving a hopeful ending ( why? just try to catch the movie ).
This morning I attended the Sunday Mass, The Gospel happens to be somewhat related to the movie I just watched. I would like to quote :
Mark 13: 24 - 32
24 "But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light,
25 and the stars will be falling from heaven, and the powers in the heavens will be shaken.
26 And then they will see the Son of man coming in clouds with great power and glory.
27 And then he will send out the angels, and gather his elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven.
28 "From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near.
29 So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that he is near, at the very gates.
30 Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away before all these things take place.
31 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.
32 "But of that day or that hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.
This is what I believe-in. As a Catholic in my heart and in my mind, I truly accept HIS WORDS, that all these written in the BIBLE are bound to happen.We usually tend to set a goal for the future and our children's future.What if,we make a goal beyond the future. To invest something permanent even beyond 2012. I am not trying to be holy for I myself could attest that it's really difficult. Mind you, I think it's easier to climb Mount Everest than to Love the people who persecute you,to be gentle to those people who are mean to you.Much more those who doesn't stop pulling you to the brink. In short to love your enemies.Though, if you analyze honestly all the chaos that we are experiencing now are also due to our own doing. Because of greed, selfishness and insensitivity towards others we tend not to take all these matters seriously.For most of us will never be contented of what we have. And the irony of it all, all these will be left behind. For we are compelled to go back to HIM w/ nothing as we came w/ nothing as well.All of us humans are bound to face our Creator and HIS FINAL JUDGEMENT when the time comes.

LIFE

IN LIFE , THERE ARE MOMENTS WHEN YOU MISS SOMEONE SO MUCH THAT YOU FEEL LIKE YOU COULD ONLY FULFILL YOUR DREAMS BY HOLDING THAT PERSON TIGHT IN YOUR ARMS.

WHEN THE DOOR OF HAPPINESS IS CLOSED, ANOTHER ONE OPENS; BUT MANY OF US CONTINUE ONLY TO LOOK AT THE CLOSED DOOR, AS A RESULT YOU FAIL TO SEE THE NEW DOOR W/ ITS NEW OPPORTUNITIES .

DO NOT TRUST APPEARANCES, THEY ARE OFTEN FALSE DO NOT INTEREST YOURSELF ONLY IN WEALTH, IT MAY DISAPPEAR SEEK SOMEONE WHO COMMUNICATES W/ YOU IN LAUGHTER, FOR LAUGHTER WILL TURN A SAD DAY INTO A JOYFUL ONE.

DREAM WHATEVER YOU DESIRE GO WHEREVER YOU WISH SEEK WHATEVER YOU DESIRE BECAUSE LIFE IS UNIQUE AND IS DEPENDENT ON HOW YOU SHAPE IT.

YOUR FUTURE HAPPINESS MAY DEPEND ON YOUR ABILITY TO LEAVE THE PAST BEHIND.

THE LUCKY ONES DO NOT ALWAYS HAVE THE BEST OFTEN, THEY SEEK SIMPLY THE BEST OF WHAT THEY SEE IN THEIR JOURNEY.

LIVE LIFE TO ITS FULLEST,AND BE POSITIVE ALWAYS.. IN SPITE OF DIFFICULT TIMES.

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL AFTER ALL.

PATHETIC

This adjective is what I often use for people who are referred to and considered as lowest of the low. What does this word really means? According to Webster it means distressing, wretched, and most of all worthless.To be tagged as worthless is already SO PATHETIC in itself, imagine if that person who is cited at as PATHETIC happens to be you, isn't it a disgrace to your PERSONA?
The PERSON WHO IS IN THIS STATE of ailment is AGONIZING inside thus making HIM/ HER so miserable.Always focused on what he/she can do (especially people he/she considered as rival in business, popularity, fame etc.) to pull down anybody who gets in his/her way.The person's life isn't complete unless he drags down his opponent to the brink. He/ she is like a devil, who finds pleasure in "dragging mortals to HELL".
Not all PATHETIC individuals are brainy, though some of them are trying to act as one.Why? because they are also pretenders, and somewhat childish meaning loves to play fantasy games.They are like a child fabricating (ha ha ha) issues to that effect which are merely product of their imagination. . And mind you they'll never stop attaching their rivals at all cost. Funny, for whether they admit it or not they are born losers .

JUDGE NOT

Usually when I have a topic that I want to bring - up or else an issue that I need to write as my blog,first and foremost I must have a title before I could conceptualize the storyline. But this time, it's the other way around.
Yesterday,I had a chat with my cousin, out of the blue he mentioned to me about his friend who recently arrived from Riyahd for a one & a 1/2 months vacation. This friend has been working there for almost 5 yrs. as a psychotherapist, in one of the biggest hospitals in Riyahd. A day after his arrival, with his family,they went for a shopping spree in one of the most popular and prestigious malls in Metro Makati. My cousin's friend happens to be imprecise about image.But mind you his intelligence is quite a big contrast to how he looks. As expected, they shopped so many things ( as in sooo... much ) as you could imagine. As they were about to reach the cashier, to pay for their items, they were astonished, as well as the other costumers around them when all of a sudden they heard the cashier yelling at them. She was commanding my cousin's friend to transfer to another line. Instead of yelling back, he approached her and ask why, after waiting for an hour for their turn to come will just be yelled at, to transfer to the other lane and start allover again?, what is this,some kind of a joke?. " This is only for cash items, for credits,it's there in the opposite lane! " answered the lady impatiently. " Don't worry Ms. all these will be paid as cash". As expected the woman cashier was so embarrassed.Good for her.
What I want to point at in this intrinsic incident, is how could some of us be so judgmental. For us, LOOKS count a lot. Usually our basis to adjudge a person is from external angle. How fashionable the person is, how expensive is he/she is wearing, branded bag, jewelry..etc.In short these are our crude basis of how a person should be treated.I hate to say this, usually we experience this kind of treatment from people with mediocre state of mind.It may look ironical, but sometimes we find those who are really filthy rich,bigwigs and those who are considered and referred to as born w/ " silver spoon " are rather the one who are humble, accommodating, and graceful in dealing w/ those people who are not so lucky, ordinary and the needy.I would like to think that this might be the reason why until now some of our brothers and sisters are still waiting for their REDEEMER to come down from heaven. Why? because they are expecting somebody Who's influential, rich, and guarded by a battalion of armed men.So different from what we Catholics know about The LORD JESUS CHRIST, our REDEEMER. Anyway I'm in no position to condemned or judge anybody, as the bible say's,"Judge not as nobody has the right to judge you".I would also like to quote Melanie Marquez "Don't judge a book by it's cover, and my brother is not a book ,so why judge him". Quite right, don't you think so? therefore I conclude that this blog will be entitled....

DEATH (IN MEMORY OF MY DEPARTED LOVING PARENTS AND BROTHER)

It's a fact that everything in this world is temporary.I think, everyone of us is aware of this.
Only, it's taken for granted.Why? because it's but human nature that when we are enjoying a state of comfort and contentment,much more if we got everything that this world of ours can offer, we tend to...or we choose to consign into oblivion that all of these will come to an end.
There's a saying that Money can't buy Love and Happiness, of course this is true.But there is something else that money can't buy and it's...DEATH.
Death is one of the most daunting issue to tackle.Though we know that whether we like it or not everyone of us will have to face Him, sooner or latter.LIFE, is the beginning as DEATH is the end.But for us Catholics, we believe that DEATH is only the beginning of a new, better and permanent LIFE,though it depends on how you manage your life in this world. A life full of real contentment and happiness.If only all of us will take this matter seriously I'm sure this temporary world could also be a better place to live in.
I remember one time, my departed brother,who was murdered 7 yrs. ago, showed to my son in a dream.According to my son he appeared to him just like the one he used to when he was still alive.You see, it has been my brother's habit to stand by, in front of our gate every afternoon and chat w/ anybody in our household.That was how my son pictured him in his dream.My son asked his uncle why he was there,"Aren't you dead already?" he said.And my brother smiled and nod at his nephew and said, "The reason why I'm here is because I want to tell you something.It's true that there is HEAVEN".That's it and eventually my son walk up as if having a nightmare.I wasn't around when he had this dream,he told me this story only 2 yrs.after it happened. That's why, believing that DEATH is just a beginning to an end,somehow serves as a consolation, that all the sufferings and pains we are going through in an unfair world such as this, do still have something beautiful to look forward to in the next place intended for us to go to.A place where in everybody is at peace.No more oppressors and oppressed,no more calamities and adversities. Only A never ending happiness and glory.

BEAUTY REGIMENT

It's but normal for us women,be inclined of being conscious of our external appearance. As we reach a certain age, and start to notice unwelcome but abrupt physical changes, especially on our facial area, arms, legs, as in everything that easily catches the human eye, we begin to panic.Maybe to some women,who are plain,unfashionable or what we call as an unorthodox, these are but the least of their concern.
Anyway, I would like to think I belong to the so called "normal species", though I don't consider myself vain compared to others,I'm no exemption to those who feel a bit conscious of their physical appearance.Most women follow a certain beauty regiment.Sometimes it's so complicated that it takes hours for her to finish a session.They don't even care spending a big amount just to hinder the normal human ageing process, like going to salon regularly to lessen the hassle.
Here I go again, W/ my unending endorsement of this product.Anyway I'm just trying to share my own regiment.I'm sure some of my so called online buddies will raise an eyebrow or something to that effect ones again, especially that the leading dealer of this particular product line happens to be their stiff competitor.Anyhow, mine is just simple.After taking a shower in the evening, of course using my ever favorite, milk- honey soap ( of ms. mhaan's Facial Beauty Line ) from face to toes,I apply sparingly a small amount of Dalfour Cream allover my face, neck and armpits as a whitening agent. After that using the BLANCHE Moisturizing Lotion mixed w/ an amount of, again Dalfour Cream I apply it agilely to the rest of my body.In the morning, after having a bath using the Berberry whitening Soap,and drying up I just repeat the whole session I did in the evening except that I use this time an amount of Baby Powder on my face, and apply my favorite lipstick on my lips ( only if I intend to go out ) of course and that's it.Plus going to Salon ones a month for my regular hair dye and Foot Spa.In addition to my regiment I drink Plenty of water and eat not so expensive fruits.That's what comprises my simple and inexpensive Beauty regiment.I would like to mention also that one regular bottle of ORIGINAL DALFOUR REPAIR and WHITENING CREAM will last for four months and the soap about 2 months.
Why am I so persistent of endorsing this cream? simply because of it's proven amazing effect that I am continually experiencing through the years.It's simple, inexpensive yet effective DALFOUR CREAM,distributed by my favorite dealer who is non other than MS. MHAAN.

A MOTHER'S SECRET

Every parent's wish especially for us mothers, is nothing but the best for our offspring.It's but usual that every time we parents get together one of our favorite topics is about our children. Often times we love to enumerate to our friends their achievements,rewards, what they have become, their professions, etc. In short all the positive paybacks that our children has showered us in return for what we did to them. Of course our children's accomplishments and what they have become are proofs, so as to be considered as successful parents.Just like having a big house, luxurious car, our children's success also evolves as a "status symbol" for us parents. Just any kind of relationship, parent - child is also not perfect.Though we love our kids so much, and viceversa, there are times that we also have some moments of misunderstanding and differences.One time my long lost friend came to the house for a visit, we were both excited to see each other again after a decade of having no chance of getting in touch, for she migrated to the states more than 10 years ago.I remembered she married a yr.ahead of me.As expected we started talking about our kids.She got 5 children, three boys and two girls. All of them are already professionals. Her husband, an engineer died a yr. ago due to heart ailment, the reason why she decided to come home( what she told me initially ) rather than stay in another country like U.S.While we were having a chat, I couldn't help but wonder why she has chosen to come home when in fact she was living there comfortable w/ her successful brood in the States.After a long conversation,I got an answer to the question I was holding at the back of my mind.Her children were born and raised in the States, the reason why 90% of their behavior and perspectives are influenced by the place where they were brought up.According to my friend, she could feel this early, that sooner or later she'll just end - up in an institution for the aged in the land where others considered as a " LAND OF GREENER PASTURES " and " LAND OF MILK and HONEY ". This nightmare has been haunting her since that incident happened.According to her, she was reprimanded by her oldest son, of not giving prior notice that she was coming to their house at dinner time.When she told the other brood about it,she was dismayed by their reaction, for they accede to what their brother did rather than bawl out for what he did to their poor mom. After that heartfelt conversation, she requested a favor, to keep what she divulge a secret to our other friends and colleagues.Not that she was concern of what our friends will think about her, but what they'll think about her children.I gave her my promise to never divulge the primary reason why she came home, and I intend to keep it.Though I'm making her story a blog, I'll make sure that no one will suspect that it's she whom I'm referring to, for I made some ambiguous changes in my presentation of the story as a whole.I love my friend, and I appreciate her being honest and true. Thou I sympathize with her, I really respect her for not being a cheat,instead she honored and complimented me by sharing and trusting a delicate story of a Mother's secret.

DRAW THE LINE

"Draw the line". I'm sure this line is very much familiar.Often times this is used by some Women Advocates.I wonder what this particular saying means to you as a person,and as a woman. Come to think of it, doesn't this short but substantial slogan somehow wakes your alertness and consciousness? I would say this simple but meaningful phrase is important to every relationship you can think of. It maybe a husband -wife, an employer - employee, even a mother - child relationships, to name a few. The only connection that I can think of that doesn't need this is our relationship w/ OUR Creator.

Drawing a line, enables us to be conscious of our defects and limitations, so to be aware if we are being exploited by others already.It helps us also to avoid experiencing of being battered either physically or emotionally, and also it protects us from any form of harassment.This also teach us to demand for a compromise agreement,so to avoid being abuse. Though this slogan is quite short it comprises a broad meaning thus awakes us with our rights and capability as individuals and much more as the higher form of creature among other God's Creation.

We should be mature and clever enough when to draw the line, every time we notice that something is no longer fair and just. Remember that in a non- health relationship there's always a victim and a culprit, and the worst is if there's masochism involve, so never allow this to happen to us and to our loved ones. Somehow I believe in the saying that there are no opportunists, unless you allow yourself to be exploited or abuse by others and it is only possible when you do not cherish and respect your person.

ANOTHER MILESTONE

Less than a week from now another milestone will be added to my blissful and fruitful life. As it comes every year, I welcome it whole heartily. Anyway, aside from being inevitable, it makes me feel more learned and wiser ( at least that's how I feel ). Age per se , doesn't make a person becomes clever and sensible. I guess, experiences do. But then, I also believe that experiences ( especially those unhappy ones) may either make or break you. And I think, Faith, plays a huge role to it. I had also a fair share of the not so good experiences. But then I used them to my advantage in facing the challenges of my existence, and the like of giving me strength and courage of the incoming battles that comes my way till the end.

Most women hide their age. When they reach 30 they stop to divulge their age. Anyway, it's their privilege to keep it a secret. In my case, I've never been conscious about it, especially to my friends and acquaintances, except of course to those who are strangers and don't have good intention. For me, it is one thing you should be proud of. When I look at myself in the mirror and start noticing those lines at the corner of my eyes ( though they are not so significant, thank you dalfour cream ), I don't consider them as signs of ageing but instead those are evidences of my being more reasonable and understanding. Reasonable in the sense, that you are aware that life isn't a " bed of roses", though you totally comprehend why it is so, and understanding why sometimes life is not as perfect as we want it to be, even though how much we give our very best to achieve it. For me, another milestone is a grace from God for it means you are given a chance to improve yourself as a person, to undone the bad things we've done, to catch up the times that we took for granted and much more to be with our loved ones for a longer time. Another year means, a gift, such a wonderful gift, that's why I thank God for this blessing, of giving me another year, so to continue the things that I want to do, to carry on my tasks like serving my loved ones and to continue to enjoy life to the fullest as long as I am aware of my limitations as a person and as God's creation.

RELIGION

Religion is not the way to heaven, it's a fact. Unlike what other beliefs say that, unless you join their congregation you will never be saved. For my own personal opinion, what matters most is the purity and sincerity of your heart. Anyway no one is perfect, nobody can accuse anybody of being a sinner. Why, aren't you?. As the bible says " May be the one who haven't sin cast the 1st stone on the sinner ". I was born as a Roman Catholic, I hope and pray that till my last breath I'll remain as one. But never will I condemn the people in the other congregations.I respect what they believe in as long as they'll respect mine. I hate arguments pertaining religion, aside from being boring it has no end. It'll just keep going on and on and on,yet at the end will never resolve anything. Maybe sometimes there are people who could easily be persuade, and mind you , some of them are what we call " intelligent " and professionals but just the same I'll never adjudge them, for it isn't their fault if they got a mercurial foundation of their spiritual belief. As to my conception the kind of person you are is what is important. Even those who are doomed sinners by some hypocrites, will still be given the chance to defend themselves at the end. Why? because I believe that your GOD and mine who happens to be the same is JUST, BROADMINDED and has the eye of a tiger that penetrates through ones soul. That's the reason why I don't and never will believe that religion is the way to heaven.

HYPOCRISY

Why this topic? Honestly I don't know why, simply pop-up from my idle mind. Maybe, I'm sick and tired of encountering so many people of such aberration . I guess all human beings including myself are born w/ it. If this is a diseases, it could be considered as congenital. But, just like any disease this has also some kind of stages, like fair, moderate, and severe. Being in the fair stage, for me is quite understandable. An example of this is you have to pretend just to save yourself from embarrassment or to rescue oneself from other people ingenuity ( hope you understand what I mean). When you cross over the standard of what we call " fair stage ", I guess you are already becoming unfair to yourself. An example of this is putting up an image to other people being somebody you are not, it would be pathetic, don't you think so? and finally in the serious stage, this time you are not only being unfair to yourself but to other people as well. This is already what we call the terminal stage where in the disease has traveled to the different organs of the body through the veins, it becomes already part of the person's system, thus affecting his behavior, manner and personality. It's awful because you are now trapped in a secluded area w/c unfortunately you couldn't escape or live w/o. You are now trying to project an image to deceive others, and in the process you start to harass, abuse, and use others to your advantage. An example of this is projecting a macho image by seducing women to that effect so you can use them as your props to mislead other people, when the fact is as the curtain falls, you start applying make-up, and dressing up like your favorite female movie star. Isn't this the worse type of HYPOCRISY.

AWAKENING

That was absolutely a disaster and definitely alarming! I'm referring to the tragedy brought to us by  typhoon ONDOY . He totally lambasted this country with  vengeance, leaving with so many fatalities,  many families were left homeless,lots of destruction of both private and public properties, not to mention the trauma and  unending anguish for those who lost their loved ones .I guess what partly caused the sudden and abrupt rise up of rain water through out Central Luzon were this unresolvable issue of illegal logging, and  the poor sewage system.Thus makes me wonder shouldn't be this problem must be government's priority concern, especially the drainage system? after all the primary reason of having chosen them run this nation  is because we believe in their uprightness and sincerity to serve the Filipino people.    In the other hand, that incident also served, as an awakening . Maybe God wants to relay a message to us, something like... slow down for a while children, pause for awhile and meditate, you've been too busy lately, doing your own thing. Imagine, based from the weather bureau information, the heavy rain that took place   within six hours only,aside from the gusty wind brought by typhoon ONDOY was comparable to a month downpour of heavy rain already. What amazed me  was to discover some celebrities on top of  their rooftop waiting helplessly to be rescued as well.Thinking that their houses are concrete and tall, I couldn't help but wonder.... how about those living in small houses and in shanties who are referred to as less privilege.
But just the same, as the saying goes "After the rain comes sunshine", we filipinos are forever hopeful , we never lose our anticipation for a brighter tomorrow, in spite all the catastrophes that come our way.And what really inspires me a lot is the "bayanihan spirit " we filipinos are born with, wherever we may be .It comes out within us naturally, especially during calamities like this. Always ready to extend a helping hand to those who are in need.But at the same time, may THIS serve as an awakening to all of us, that nobody is spared when the finale comes.

PARENTHOOD ( the edited edition )

Sheirly gave up a lot of things just to raise her 3 kids to the best of her ability. Due to too much pressure of being a single parent, she became an authoritarian, and insensitive to their feelings and personal dreams. She thought she has all the right to dictate to them what she wants regardless of how they feel, for after all she was the mother and she expected them to just follow her rules and, no questions ask.
In a way I sympathize w/ Sheirly,because me too happens to be a single parent.It's no easy to be in our shoe.I experienced the pleasure and pains of being a single mom.The pressure of  responsibilities and   accountability were all  attributed to me for being one.But despite  all these I still feel blessed for God has given me someone to hold on to,He gave me a wing beneath my wings, my sister.Always ready to give us an unconditional and never ending support and love.Thus making me less stress compared to Sheirly.
What I want to emphasize is that,all parents are only after the betterment of their children.We are ready to sacrifice our personal pleasure just to ensure our kids future.We are ready to face the hardships and trials that come our way  for their sake.After all the pleasure of being a  parent helps us forget our sufferings and burden , and the pains enhance us to hope of a better tomorrow for them.
Going back to Sheirly,  Though I don't agree with her,  I'm not in the position to condemn her. For me what is important, is we don't go beyond our limits as parents to our children. As the saying goes "different folks with different strokes". As long as we sincerely and in all honesty  ensure that,  everything we do for our kids is out of love and concern for their  future. Parents are no perfect, we too are just human, that is why In the course of doing our responsibilities as parents we also commit  mistakes. We do our best, and  because nothing is enough so we just surrender to God our limitations.

MY GRANDCHILDREN

Commonly, a woman refers her hair as her "crowning glory".I may sound, unusual but every time I think about my GRANDCHILDREN, like how they please me w/ their individuality,abilities,capabilities and uniqueness, can't help feeling proud.For me they are my angels, my CROWN and my GLORY.They always bring excitement to my so called unenthusiastic life.They complete me, and make me feel a substantial being.
When I got married, I became a wife, when I gave birth to my loving children, I became a mother, but becoming a grandmother,completes me not only as a woman but as a person.I could say they are the reason behind why I evolve into what I am now.
When I became a parent,I wasn't as ready as yet. I was then emotionally unprepared.But then, I had to face all the responsibilities and endurance of becoming one.As a grandmother,I have but only shared responsibilities,no burden, only the experiences of felicity and optimism.
Five out of six of my grandchildren don"t live w/ us,they only come to visit us every now and then.Every time they come to the house for a visit,I make it a point that every moment is enjoyed to the fullest.Never a dull moment w/ my grandchildren.I love them dearly,aside from my children they are my life,my inspiration and what keeps me going.

MY BROTHER WAS MURDERED

A week from now is the seventh year death anniversary of my older brother.He died from an unnatural death.He was brutally murdered by a man under the influence of some dangerous drugs, in the comfort of his own home.He was 57 yrs. old when he died or killed.At that time I was out of the country.My family decided to keep the whole incident from me.But as I recall , on that particular day, exactly 6 yrs.,11 months, and 15 days,miles and miles away from the crime scene " I COULD FEEL SOMETHING was HAPPENING", though I couldn't explain what.The whole incident was divulged to me not until I came home in the year 2005 for vacation, which makes it almost 3 yrs. after my brother's dreadful end.As I was listening to my sister-in-law,uncovering to me the whole scenario of that brutal murder,I was experiencing mix emotions, and they were all HATRED, MEANNESS,MERCILESSNESS,all the negative emotions you can think of against my brother's assailant. Today almost 7 yrs. have passed,the most awaited promulgation of verdict came .MY BROTHER'S AGGRESSOR WAS PRONOUNCED GUILTY BEYOND REASONABLE DOUBT OF HOMICIDE,sentenced from 12 to 17 yrs. of imprisonment.How do I feel about it? Honestly, I don't know anymore,there is only one thing I hope for, that our justice system will improve for I believe in JUSTICE DELAYED IS JUSTICE DENIED,for me the sentence given was not enough, 17 years is too light for a murder case like that one of my brother, I know that wasn't just a homicide case, but a premeditated murder, a malicious killing of a person.My only consolation is the idea that my brother is now happy,free from all pains and burden.He's now w/ my parents IN THE COMFORT OF THEIR REAL HOME with OUR "CREATOR".

F A I T H

I'm not trying to be HOLY, for obvious reasons I'm far, far,far behind from being one,though I would like to think my faith is unalterable. I do believe in the saying "FAITH MOVES MOUNTAINS". In fact, there are quite number of instances that this old "cliche' ", has been proven already, based from my personal experiences. I'm not the so called, "PRAYERFUL PERSON", but often times I do talk to"HIM" in my own special way.Seldom do I ask for material things, though I'll sound cheat if i say they are not important to me.Yes,the things that I sometimes pray for,are categorized as material things I guess,BUT often times I'm appealing for good health,safety and endurance not for me but for the people I love, and that's my FAMILY who happens to be my greatest concern.

Nobody is perfect,each and everyone of us has his own vulnerability.Like me, my weakest point are my family,relatives and some of my close friends( in that particular order).I hate to find them in a situation, wherein they are hurting,abuse,harass and in pain. I could hardly control my emotions when it concerns them.But most of the time I rely on my FAITH.I believe that when ones faith is intact, nothing would go wrong.Yes, at times life is difficult but somehow FAITH makes things calm and manageable.FAITH, helps straighten my wickedness and indignity.
FAITH KEEPS ME going during hard times and most of all FAITH strengthen my individuality and anticipations..

I AM WHAT I AM

i’m my own person,i have my own views,beliefs, and judgment . nobody can change that. i may look naive , but inside me is clever. i don’t react easily, but when i do , GOD HELP ME… some people i know may attempt to persuade me , but to no avail. i know how to listen , and try to weigh things up , to give them a chance, but still the final verdict is mine ’cause i’m still my own person.

A PERSON’S IDIOSYNCRASY SHOWS HIS ORIGIN

A person who refuses to move on and simply wants to linger in the past is a "LIVING DEAD".He is the kind of person who blames his downfall to other people, when in fact all his pains, hurts, failures and frustrations are all attributed to him. Destroying people's life  is his satisfaction.My son commented "Ma' most likely this person is suffering from an EMOTIONAL and PERSONALITY DISORDER. From a real man point of view I think his assessment is as good as mine. If  a woman is the one responsible for posting this add I may say this is quite understandable, but from a so called MAN? isn't it eccentric and amusing?

We were referring to this add entitled RIPOFF .. ek ek.The one who created this,is kind of a miserable,wicked creature.. Too bad, in fairness to him, he got talent in composing stories and expressing his views. And I guess he's a computer expert, based on his malicious adds and other composition against the subject..And another thing that amuse me is his ability to create different accounts, so he could  spy on us. I wonder what  motive and satisfaction he gets from doing this.One thing that's funny, they are all women names,maybe he loves to have one soon.  If only he'll use these aptness for matters of substance it could be an advantage to him instead of ruining other people's lives. It would be  of great value if he'll make use of his capabilities for the betterment of himself as a person.  When I talked to his subject about this, she just laugh it off. According to her if we give attention to this kind of issue, we will never progress and besides there are more important matters to attend to.In a way she is right based on her attainment  and accomplishments right now..I just could not comprehend why there are people like "HIM".Does he need a professional help? or sympathy from the people who are partly to be blame for molding him of what he is now. After all,I believe a person's idiosyncrasy  only shows his ORIGIN.

WHAT MAKES A MAN REEL OR WOBBLY

I believe that there is a slim distinction between masculinity and femininity. sometimes a man who gives extraordinary importance in their so called MACHO IMAGE is bizarre to my assessment. I wouldn’t be surprise if later on he will be prov en otherwise.This we call effeminate.I notice a distinct characteristic this personality is born with, he doesn’t face his battles fair and square.He tends to be deceptive in every move he takes.He loves to play his own kind of game, b/c he thought he gets even every time he do so, though he knows very well, he’s just fooling himself. He simply appears ridiculous, though it doesn’t matter to him b/c that’s how he satisfies his ego. Sad to say he is such a lousy opponent, but that’s the way he plays his game, This characteristic is very significant w/ women also. Another characteristic that i know is he loves to play around w/ girls, he is never satisfied w/ any relationship he is involve w/. He tends to put the blame to his mate, his children, even GOD, everybody and everything except HIMSELF. By that he justifies his act and foolishness.The irony of it is he’ll keep looking and searching and experimenting…. until he gets old he’s still confuse of what he is really looking for. I consider these kind of men suffering from personality disorder.That’s why girls you must be smart and clever enough in choosing your so called MR. RIGHT, IF YOU want your man to be REAL .for it’s beyond good looks, masculinity, virility, machismo and all those adjectives you can think of for a man to be really genuine. Understand what I mean?

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ALL IS WELL THAT ENDS WELL...I THINK EVERYTHING IS SETTLED NOW. HAVE BEEN THE CENTER OF CONTROVERSIES AND INTRIGUES , BUT NO REGRET .THIS IS THE KIND OF PERSON I AM, I STAND FOR WHAT I BELIEVE IN AND STATE MY UNSOLICITED COMMENTS EVEN IF I HAVE TO FACE THE CONSEQUENCES LATER ON. BUT THEN, IMPOSING FOR WHAT I COUNT UPON TO OTHERS, MUCH MORE TO THOSE IN THE OPPOSITE CAMP IS NOT AND NEVER WILL BE MY INTENTION. I JUST WANT TO EXPRESS WHAT I FEEL, AND SAY WHAT I MEAN. I REALLY LOVE THE PRODUCT AND RELY ON IT. THAT'S WHY, I DEFENDED IT AND THAT INCLUDES THE DEALER WHO INTRODUCED THE PRODUCT TO ME. UP TO THIS MOMENT , MY OPINION REMAINS DEFINITE, NEVER WILL IT CHANGE, UNLESS SOMETHING ELSE HAPPEN. NOW, I WOULD LIKE TO QUOTE SOMEONES COMMENT ABOUT ME BASED ON THE PICTURES POSTED HERE IN MY SITE, "HINDI LANG CIGURO 55 YAN MUKHANG MATANDA PA...HINDI CIGURO EFFECTIVE YONG CREAM SA KANYA..", DARLING , BEFORE YOU GIVE YOUR OPINION , "BE AWARE OF HOW OTHERS SEE THE PICTURE", DON'T BE MISLEAD WITH MY STATEMENT, IT IS A FIGURATIVE SPEECH. I JUST HOPE YOU GOT GRAY MATTERS IN BETWEEN YOUR EARS SO YOU'LL UNDERSTAND WHAT I MEAN , AND FOR THOSE QUESTIONING MY GRAMMAR .... AREN'T YOU AWARE THAT YOURS IS THE....WORST ?.... IT ONLY PROVES THAT THOSE PEOPLE WHO HAVE LITTLE KNOWLEDGE USUALLY TALK THE MOST AND MAKE THE GREATEST FUSS.

A MAN WITH AN AMBITION, COMPARED TO AN AMBISYOSA

I’ve been thinking lately these two words, they seem similar but in a way different,w/ AMBITION and AMBISYOSA.For me a person w/ ambition is one who is determined to reach whatever goal he/she wants to attain, he/she works hard just to get what he/she wants to accomplish. He depends on no one for whatever he wants to achieve. A person w/ ambition is willing” to burn his brow” not only for his future but most of all for the people he loves. A person w/ ambition is SELFLESS, and always think a bright future ahead especially for his family. but one thing is certain a person w/ ambition has values , never will he use other people or “step on another person’s toe” just to achieve his goal.

On the other hand an ambisyosa for me, is similar to a “social climber”, pretending to be what she is not, and never will be . Loves to mingle w/ influential personalities and people she wants to be identified w/ though she knows she’s exactly the opposite . If she fails what she wants to achieve, she tends to blame her failure either to her partner or her family. Her motives are always SELFISH. An ambisyosa, is always focus on herself , what’s to her advantage, nobody and nothing else. Her no. one priority is herself , she doesn’t give a damn if her family suffers in her determination to achieve something. She’s also a great pretender, pretending to be a loving , and sweet person when in fact she is not.For sure she’s a failure.