Despite all odds…

  I had a very hearty and delicious dinner with my relatives last night. It was a despedida of one of my cousin who will be leaving today with her husband for United States. She was petitioned by her husband, who is also a Filipino and already staying there with his family. Biologically, she is not really my cousin, she is a daughter of my oldest first cousin, so that makes her my niece. But there is a little generation gap…so we always treat each other cousins (she even calls me “ate” instead of “tita”). She is the same age as my  sister, they even went to the same schools together in grade school and high school.

Before she met her husband, she already had a son out of wedlock, which all of us did not have any idea with the identity of the father. Newly graduate that time and to support her child and help her family, she worked as a freelancer nurse anywhere and everywhere then eventually decided to try her luck in the Middle East where she worked  for almost 5 years.  She met her husband now through intenet, who was introduced and bestfriend of her ex-boyfriend (ironic…isn’t it??). They got along very well through chatting and through phone. Unknowingly, while she was in the Middle East, her father got into a drug related case and was imprisoned (he is now out of prison but the case is not yet close). Her family kept this information from her, however, she accidentally known this one day and she came home immediately bringing as much money as she had and as she could lend. But then, she realized that she cannot do anything…it was not enough and she cannot do anything from here, either. So she decided to return back to Middle East to continue working. After a year, she and her husband had a vacation at the same time and met personally for the first time. She introduced him to our relatives laying all the cards about her. Another year passed and they got married…a beach wedding…in our province. That was nothing like she never thought her wedding would be like, but she was ecstatic.  

I salute her husband, despite everything about my cousin’s background. He and his family accepted her without any question and gave his unconditional love. She is feeling very satisfied with herself.  He is taking good care of her and her family.  Despite everything, she felt content. She loves him, and she is pretty sure that he loves her back….and more. She said that she might not loved him with all her being…..for now…..but she is sure welcoming the idea of falling deeply for him in the future..which no doubt she will.  It was great knowing my cousin found that kind of man in her life. It’s taken this long, but now she knows what she needs to do. He might not be a perfect man for her but he is a very sentitive and considerate name to the feelings of others, unselfish and compassionate. There would be a sinking feeling in her stomach once she boards the plane tomorrow knowing they would be together for a longer time in a strange place for her. We are happy to see her go because we know he loved her dearly and he only wants the best for her. Goodluck couz…

It might be true that “We do not fall in love with beautiful people; we find them beautiful because we love them”.

 And today, I had to do twice my turbo jam to loose the calories I had last night from all the seafoods that we ate…. and maybe a walk or a jog over the weekend…

My 1st 3 days…

  I should be writing “what did I accomplished after my first 100 days”  like the President of the country. But I will not wait for 100 days to express my overwhelming feeling caused by the gracious reception of those I am working with now and the very warm and friendly atmosphere around.

As a new member of the group, I didn’t know where to start but they patiently guided me to pick up my wits end. They are not hesitating to share what they know, appreciating what I know and together, working out what I dont know.   I will not be doubting their 100% support.  During break, they even gave me something to eat and they did not forget to remind me if it is time to have lunch or invite me to join them for lunch. After office hours, they would be telling me that its fine to go ahead.

Now, I know that the coming years will surpassed the past 3 enjoyable years of my life. It will not only help me develop and improve my skills and abilities but will also contribute for my emotional satisfaction. I am looking forward of going home from work feeling great about what I’ve done that give me stimulation.

And as my lady boss said at the end of my first meeting “I welcome wild and crazy idea”  which at the way she said it, you would think she was already thinking innovative fun action which is intended to stimulate the group. You would also really think that said line really originated from her…..its more like her.  Let’s see how wild and crazy my group is…

My All Around Tatay

 Five days from now, it would be my father’s birthday (at least that was what his birth certificate said…I dunno what is wrong with birth certificates) but he knows from the start that his birthday would be every July 18. Anyways,we always celebrate it every June 17. And it will be Father’s day next weekend, so I would like to dedicate this entry to greet him a very Happy Birthday and Happy Father’s Day (though he didn’t know how to use the computer…what more using the internet !?!)

This year, as he was already retired from work, he will be celebrating his birthday with us and we are sure the videoke will start as early as 9am. He loves to sing and he likes ice cream (childish!!!). He seems to know things around the house (and outside) and we call him Jack of all Trade. At 66, he is in better shape and more active than many people his age.

And I pray to God that you live longer and have a good health.  Thank You for everything you are. Life is more beautiful when you are around. Lots of Love!

 To all the fathers in the world, Happy Father’s Day.

Reminiscing

Old Friends from past years tend to drift apart as we move to new cities or change, but with new technologies, we re-connect. People change and sometimes when you haven’t seen someone in a long time, you get your hopes up only to end up disappointed

My friend and I were invited by our old friend from our past work  to a birthday party of her eldest son, who happens to be the “inaanak” of my friend. That was  2 weeks ago. This friend we havent seen for more than 10 years but we exchange SMS ocassionaly. We thought it was just a birthday get together but we were surprised to find out it was a double celebration for the blessing of her 2nd house within the subdivision. It was some kind of a real party. 

We were all delighfully happy that we’ve met again. The chemistry and magic we once had is still the same.  It was really great to see her. Those are the kind of reunions that we all love to hear about. We had a simply wonderful time and great food too. Hey Girl, I am waiting for those pix?

More guts…

This was forwarded to me yesterday and I just want to share it: 

I must say, I usually hold my tongue.  Most of the time.  But sometimes, when the situation calls for it, I can unleash as well.  I don’t usually gravitate towards mataray people, but surprisingly I have a lot of mataray friends.  The usual pattern would be, I’d hate their guts, then I’d get to know them a little better, then sometimes, we even end up good friends.  There’s a nice kind of maldita, the type that incorporates genuine humor, and then there’s the outright mean one - that type I stay away from - Chico & Delamar (RX 93.1 Morning Rush):

May 11, 2010 ? The Top Taray Quotes

1.. Addie 17 - Back in college, I was walking along Mendiola when this manong came up to me out of nowhere and said: “Hi, beauty!” So I answered: “Hello, beast.”
2.. Diwata - During a wedding, an aunt asked me: “Kelan ka susunod?” I answered: “Tita naman, how would you feel kung magkita tayo sa burol and I asked you the same question?”
3.. Jen - “Hindi ko sinasabing maganda ako. Ang sinasabi ko lang pangit ka.”
4.. Mr. Perk - Girl to guy she doesn’t like: “Email me nalang at getlost@donttalktome.com“
5.. Forg - While studying a difficult lesson in school, a classmate told his groupmate: “I’m as confused as your sexuality!”
6.. RC and Cess - Sister ordered burger with no lettuce. Burger arrived with lettuce. When she got mad manager apologized and offered free side order. Sister: “Ang gusto lang, tanggalin ang lettuce, hindi yung bigyan niyo ko ng kung anu-ano!”
7.. Hakunamatata - Girl1: “Bakit ang sama mo makatingin?” Girl2: “Eh ikaw, bakit ang sama mo tignan?”
8.. Arvie - “Pag nakikita kita, parang gusto ko mag-sorry sa mga mata ko.”
9.. Glenskie - “Diba pag pangit ka dapat nice ka?”
10.. Boknoi - Wife: “Bili mo kong bagong bra!” Husband: “Wag ka na mag-bra, maliit naman boobs mo eh.” Wife: “Eh bakit ikaw, nagbi-brief?”
11.. Xuxalera - After waiting in line so long at the toilet, when I was next in line, a girl approached me and said: “Miss, puwede sumingit? Naiihi na ko eh.” I told her: “Eh ano ba sa palagay mo ang rason kung bakit kami lahat nakapila dito?”
12.. Andee/Maymay - When someone told me: “Ang ganda mo!” I answered: “Sana ikaw din.”
13.. No name - Annoying classmate: “Guys, guys, saan kayo pupunta?” Kami: “Papalayo sa yo.”
14.. Foxmodem - I was an intern 3 years ago in a charity hospital about to circumcise a boy. The mom of the boy bought an ampule of local anesthesia but forgot to buy a syringe. The nurse told her: “Mommy, anong gagawin ko dito sa lidocaine, ibubudbod ko sa tit* ng anak mo?”
15.. No name - When we gave coins to a kid beggar, he said: “Hello, ni value meal di ako makabili nito!”
16.. Cootchiemhie - Boy: “Para akong lalagnatin.” Girl: “Eh di parang uminom ka ng gamot. Malay mo, parang gagaling ka.”
17.. C. Vanilla Ben - Boy: “Masarap?” Girl: “Bumili ka, para malaman mo.”
18.. No name - Girl sees a guy peeing against the wall: “Yuck, ang liit ng tit*, ang daming bulb*l!” Guy: “Ano gusto mo, maliit ang bulb*l at madaming tit*?”
19.. Grace - When the cashier at the grocery said: “Miss, puwedeng kendi nalang ang sukli ko sa yo?” I told her: “Bakit, tsokolate ba ang binayad ko?”
20.. Andee - At a swimming pool. Officemate1: “I’m sure lulutang ka.” Officemate2: “Bakit, dahil payat ako?” Officemate1: “Hindi, dahil plastic ka.”
21.. Arvie - Sa isang turo-turo. Customer: “Miss, may langaw sa arroz caldo ko!” Tindera: “Sa halagang limang piso, anong ine-expect mo, manok?”