a friend forwarded this to me:
12 Better Explanations of LOVE....
"We all want to fall in love. Why? Because that experience makes us feel completely alive. Where every sense is heightened, every emotion is magnified, our everyday reality is shattered and we are flying into the heavens. It may only last a moment, an hour, an afternoon. But that doesn't diminish its value. Because we are left with memories that we treasure for the rest of our lives."
10) Love is not "it's your fault", but "I'm sorry", not "where are you?", but "I'm here", not "how could you?", but "I understand", not "I wish you were here", but "I'm thankful you are".
12) If a relationship is truly meant for you, your love will find a way to make it happen, and God will be there to make sure it will stay.
Tuesday, April 29, 2003
we went to Mactan island last friday, april 25, 2003 and stayed there until Sunday, april 27, 2003.
{april 25, 2003 friday}
i woke up at around 3:45 am because ms. tata, her sister and her fiancé will fetch me at 5:00 am that morning. I took my usual routine every morning (like taking a bath, brushing my teeth and arranging the things that I needed to bring) only this time, it is MUCH too early compared to my usual ones.
we reached the airport at exactly 6:00 am for our 7:00 flight. although a number of people are wearing mask for protection against SARS, people there are not as paranoid as I’ve expected them to be.
when we went inside the plane i noticed that it was just like a bus, only it doesn’t smell like one. and as we prepare for take off, i again felt the excitement that was stalled by my worries about SARS.
and as we soar above the clouds i realized that your perspective would change when you’re on top of it. on the ground you will only see high rising buildings & large volumes of vehicle. but when you’re on the top, you will see the creation of God and how He had planned it very carefully. He put the clouds in between the sun and the earth to give us some shade and shower us with water when the sun is too hot for us. but he never removes or covers the light in order for us to still see though the shadow.
after an hour we landed safely (thank God!) on the runways of Mactan Airport.
the airport was still 15 min away from Costabella Tropical Beach Resort where we planned to stay for the next 3 days.
when we reached the place we immediately set up our things and went to work. at around 12:00 mid night i eagerly lay me back on the bed and took a good night sleep for the next day’s tour of the city.
~~~
{april 26, 2003 saturday}
we had our breakfast as early as 8:00 am. then at around 9:30 am we (ms. tata, manay, ms. malou & me) were fetched by mr. dindo, one of the SBEP alumni, and gave us a tour of the city. We went around the place and stopped by Mactan Shrine and Shangri La Mactan (it’s really a place to be).
we went back again at the resort for the afternoon class. i readily look forward for the evening activity where mr. dindo promised to bring us to Cebu City.
***
that night, not a drop of rain was felt. It was like a million stars were thrown above the sky to watch over us.
while we’re having dinner students from Glaxo-Smith Kline eagerly shared ghost stories with us. but we had to cut them short because of the previously planned trip to the city.
from Mactan we crossed the bridge to be able to go to Cebu City. later, i learned that it was the only link by land that connected the two islands.
we visited TOP, where it was considered as the highest peak in Cebu City. it was a very simple place. you can only sense that there are a few benches around the place for stargazers. there, you’ll be able to see the whole of Cebu. it was like you’re watching a million fireflies dancing in front of you. and after staring at it for a few minutes you will realized that those lights did not come from fireflies after all but from the lights emitted by the buildings, houses and vehicles.
perspective really depends on where you stand.
on our way down we decided to take a cup of coffee first before we go home. we visited Bo’s Coffee Shop where the ambiance and the taste of coffee is nearing that of Starbucks only Bo’s coffee is much cheaper.
~~~
{april 27, 2003 sunday}
the next day was intended for work and checking out of the resort/hotel. we landed safely (again :) at around 6:20 pm and quickly went home to lie down on my bed, hug my pillow and sleep aware that i am home and nothing can make me feel better.
{april 25, 2003 friday}
i woke up at around 3:45 am because ms. tata, her sister and her fiancé will fetch me at 5:00 am that morning. I took my usual routine every morning (like taking a bath, brushing my teeth and arranging the things that I needed to bring) only this time, it is MUCH too early compared to my usual ones.
we reached the airport at exactly 6:00 am for our 7:00 flight. although a number of people are wearing mask for protection against SARS, people there are not as paranoid as I’ve expected them to be.
when we went inside the plane i noticed that it was just like a bus, only it doesn’t smell like one. and as we prepare for take off, i again felt the excitement that was stalled by my worries about SARS.
and as we soar above the clouds i realized that your perspective would change when you’re on top of it. on the ground you will only see high rising buildings & large volumes of vehicle. but when you’re on the top, you will see the creation of God and how He had planned it very carefully. He put the clouds in between the sun and the earth to give us some shade and shower us with water when the sun is too hot for us. but he never removes or covers the light in order for us to still see though the shadow.
after an hour we landed safely (thank God!) on the runways of Mactan Airport.
the airport was still 15 min away from Costabella Tropical Beach Resort where we planned to stay for the next 3 days.
when we reached the place we immediately set up our things and went to work. at around 12:00 mid night i eagerly lay me back on the bed and took a good night sleep for the next day’s tour of the city.
~~~
{april 26, 2003 saturday}
we had our breakfast as early as 8:00 am. then at around 9:30 am we (ms. tata, manay, ms. malou & me) were fetched by mr. dindo, one of the SBEP alumni, and gave us a tour of the city. We went around the place and stopped by Mactan Shrine and Shangri La Mactan (it’s really a place to be).
we went back again at the resort for the afternoon class. i readily look forward for the evening activity where mr. dindo promised to bring us to Cebu City.
***
that night, not a drop of rain was felt. It was like a million stars were thrown above the sky to watch over us.
while we’re having dinner students from Glaxo-Smith Kline eagerly shared ghost stories with us. but we had to cut them short because of the previously planned trip to the city.
from Mactan we crossed the bridge to be able to go to Cebu City. later, i learned that it was the only link by land that connected the two islands.
we visited TOP, where it was considered as the highest peak in Cebu City. it was a very simple place. you can only sense that there are a few benches around the place for stargazers. there, you’ll be able to see the whole of Cebu. it was like you’re watching a million fireflies dancing in front of you. and after staring at it for a few minutes you will realized that those lights did not come from fireflies after all but from the lights emitted by the buildings, houses and vehicles.
perspective really depends on where you stand.
on our way down we decided to take a cup of coffee first before we go home. we visited Bo’s Coffee Shop where the ambiance and the taste of coffee is nearing that of Starbucks only Bo’s coffee is much cheaper.
~~~
{april 27, 2003 sunday}
the next day was intended for work and checking out of the resort/hotel. we landed safely (again :) at around 6:20 pm and quickly went home to lie down on my bed, hug my pillow and sleep aware that i am home and nothing can make me feel better.
Thursday, April 24, 2003
i will be off to cebu tomorrow morning for the SBEP-Manila’s 2nd out of town conference in Costabella in Mactan Island.
excited? hardly. i cannot fully submit myself to the excitement since i’ve watched the news last night. SARS is quietly and rapidly spreading. as much as the people in the government, most specially in the DOH wants us to believe that philippines is still SARS free, we can’t help but be paranoid with what this sickness or disease can do to us. imagine being infected by such a dreaded illness wherein you’re only allowed to live days upon acquiring it. and in the process of dying you will not be allowed to even touch let alone hug your loved ones even for the last time.
*shudder*
dear lord,
please, i don't want to die not hugging my loved ones.
don't let us catch SARS. take care of us.
thank you and i love you.
jing-jing
excited? hardly. i cannot fully submit myself to the excitement since i’ve watched the news last night. SARS is quietly and rapidly spreading. as much as the people in the government, most specially in the DOH wants us to believe that philippines is still SARS free, we can’t help but be paranoid with what this sickness or disease can do to us. imagine being infected by such a dreaded illness wherein you’re only allowed to live days upon acquiring it. and in the process of dying you will not be allowed to even touch let alone hug your loved ones even for the last time.
*shudder*
dear lord,
please, i don't want to die not hugging my loved ones.
don't let us catch SARS. take care of us.
thank you and i love you.
jing-jing
from arlene:
"I think that i shall never see
a grade as lovely as a THREE
a THREE that's earned with blood and sweat
when failing is a serious threat
a THREE I've asked from God all day
knowing prayin is the only way
exams are taken by fools like me
but only God can give a THREE..."
~~~
ateneo taught me how to appreciate a 3 or a B (a passing grade).
"I think that i shall never see
a grade as lovely as a THREE
a THREE that's earned with blood and sweat
when failing is a serious threat
a THREE I've asked from God all day
knowing prayin is the only way
exams are taken by fools like me
but only God can give a THREE..."
~~~
ateneo taught me how to appreciate a 3 or a B (a passing grade).
Monday, April 21, 2003
happy 23rd birthday cha! mmmmmwah! :) i miss you so so much!
~~~
still no coffee even if holy week is over :(
{april 16, 2003 wednesday 4:36pm}
one of the pleasures of traveling is the undisturbed quietness and stillness that you can have while just sitting down and looking outside at the scenery. in doing so, you'll get to think (and thereby reflect) on things which in normal situation you'd easily neglect.
***
for the second time, i was able to watch Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.
almost a year before i watched the film on TV, i was able to read the script and felt sad for the characters, Li Mu Bai & Yu Shu Lien and Jen Yu & Yu.
it was unfortunate that the first time i watched the said movie, was only able to glance at the second half of the film. and now, as i am inside a bus going to laguna, i was able to watched it from beginning to end and shamelessly shed a tear for Li Mu Bai's death.
***
their story: Yu was engaged to Meng Si Zhao who is the brother of Li Mu Bai by oath. One day, while in battle, he was killed by the sword of Li Mu Bai's enemy. after that incident Li Mu Bai and Yu went through a lot together. their feelings for each other grew stronger. but afraid to dishonor Meng's memory, they decided not to pursue the relationship instead.
it’s a pity that they kept their feelings to themselves and only get to say “i love you” to each only a few seconds before Li Mu Bai’s death.
most of us, wait up to the last minute before we say or do something that is long overdue.
***
then there is the story of Jen Yu and Lo, which deals mainly with following one heart’s desire.
Yu Shu Lien said to Jen Yu: “whatever path you take in this life... be true to yourself.”
***
vital lesson: "I shall pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.”
-- Mahatma Gandhi
~~~
still no coffee even if holy week is over :(
{april 16, 2003 wednesday 4:36pm}
one of the pleasures of traveling is the undisturbed quietness and stillness that you can have while just sitting down and looking outside at the scenery. in doing so, you'll get to think (and thereby reflect) on things which in normal situation you'd easily neglect.
***
for the second time, i was able to watch Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.
almost a year before i watched the film on TV, i was able to read the script and felt sad for the characters, Li Mu Bai & Yu Shu Lien and Jen Yu & Yu.
it was unfortunate that the first time i watched the said movie, was only able to glance at the second half of the film. and now, as i am inside a bus going to laguna, i was able to watched it from beginning to end and shamelessly shed a tear for Li Mu Bai's death.
***
their story: Yu was engaged to Meng Si Zhao who is the brother of Li Mu Bai by oath. One day, while in battle, he was killed by the sword of Li Mu Bai's enemy. after that incident Li Mu Bai and Yu went through a lot together. their feelings for each other grew stronger. but afraid to dishonor Meng's memory, they decided not to pursue the relationship instead.
it’s a pity that they kept their feelings to themselves and only get to say “i love you” to each only a few seconds before Li Mu Bai’s death.
most of us, wait up to the last minute before we say or do something that is long overdue.
***
then there is the story of Jen Yu and Lo, which deals mainly with following one heart’s desire.
Yu Shu Lien said to Jen Yu: “whatever path you take in this life... be true to yourself.”
***
vital lesson: "I shall pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.”
-- Mahatma Gandhi
Wednesday, April 16, 2003
today is holy wednesday. 4 days to go before easter sunday.
you might be wondering why i am doing this, posting the days of the holy week. it may seems weird but i like lent better than advent.
i used to think that Christmas is the most important day of the year. in addition to the reason that it is the birthday of Jesus, it is also the time of the year wherein people would receive kindness (and gifts) from almost everybody.
but as time goes by, it became clear to me that it is not Christmas, but Easter that we should consider as the special amongst special.
It is when our Lord fulfilled his promise. The promise that he would rise up and conquer death and sin to save us.
~~~
i'll be out until monday. i'd like to consider this as my much needed break but I also would like to take this opportunity to reflect and be closer to HIM (sana :)
you might be wondering why i am doing this, posting the days of the holy week. it may seems weird but i like lent better than advent.
i used to think that Christmas is the most important day of the year. in addition to the reason that it is the birthday of Jesus, it is also the time of the year wherein people would receive kindness (and gifts) from almost everybody.
but as time goes by, it became clear to me that it is not Christmas, but Easter that we should consider as the special amongst special.
It is when our Lord fulfilled his promise. The promise that he would rise up and conquer death and sin to save us.
~~~
i'll be out until monday. i'd like to consider this as my much needed break but I also would like to take this opportunity to reflect and be closer to HIM (sana :)
Tuesday, April 15, 2003
holy tuesday today.
~~~
Quotes from the book: HE STILL MOVES STONES
It’s Alright to Dream Again, p. 43
"He Still Moves Stones" by Max Lucado
God does that for the faithful. Just when the womb gets old for babies, Sarai gets pregnant. Just when the failure is too great for grace, David is pardoned. And when the road is too dark for Mary and Mary (Magdalene), the angel glows and the Savior shows and the two women will never be the same.
The lesson? Three words. Don’t give up.
Is the trail dark? Don’t sit.
Is the road long? Don’t stop.
Is the night black? Don’t quit.
God is watching. For all you know at this moment he may be telling the angels to move the stone.
The check may be in the mail,
The apology may be in the making.
The job contract may be on the desk.
Don’t quit. For if you do, you might miss the answer to your prayers.
God still send angels. And God still moves stones.
***
A Crazy Hunch and a High Hope p. 52
"He Still Moves Stones" by Max Lucado
Leo Tolstoy, the great Russian writer, tells of the time he was walking down the street and passed a beggar. Tolstoy reached into his pocket to give the beggar some money, but his pocket was empty. Tolstoy turned to the man and said, “I am sorry, my brother, but I have nothing to give.”
The beggar brightened and said, “you have given me more than I asked for – you have called me brother.
To the loved, a word of affection is a morsel, but to the love-starved, a word of affection can be a feast.
***
Forever Young p. 66
"He Still Moves Stones" by Max Lucado
What Annie Dillard says about writing in The Writing Life is true about life: “One of the few things I know about writing is this: spend it all, play it, lose it all, right away, every time. Do not hoard what seems good for a later place in the book, or for another book; give it, give it all, give it now."
~~~
the last one is for arlene and mark
~~~
my baby is back from baguio:) yey!
~~~
Quotes from the book: HE STILL MOVES STONES
It’s Alright to Dream Again, p. 43
"He Still Moves Stones" by Max Lucado
God does that for the faithful. Just when the womb gets old for babies, Sarai gets pregnant. Just when the failure is too great for grace, David is pardoned. And when the road is too dark for Mary and Mary (Magdalene), the angel glows and the Savior shows and the two women will never be the same.
The lesson? Three words. Don’t give up.
Is the trail dark? Don’t sit.
Is the road long? Don’t stop.
Is the night black? Don’t quit.
God is watching. For all you know at this moment he may be telling the angels to move the stone.
The check may be in the mail,
The apology may be in the making.
The job contract may be on the desk.
Don’t quit. For if you do, you might miss the answer to your prayers.
God still send angels. And God still moves stones.
***
A Crazy Hunch and a High Hope p. 52
"He Still Moves Stones" by Max Lucado
Leo Tolstoy, the great Russian writer, tells of the time he was walking down the street and passed a beggar. Tolstoy reached into his pocket to give the beggar some money, but his pocket was empty. Tolstoy turned to the man and said, “I am sorry, my brother, but I have nothing to give.”
The beggar brightened and said, “you have given me more than I asked for – you have called me brother.
To the loved, a word of affection is a morsel, but to the love-starved, a word of affection can be a feast.
***
Forever Young p. 66
"He Still Moves Stones" by Max Lucado
What Annie Dillard says about writing in The Writing Life is true about life: “One of the few things I know about writing is this: spend it all, play it, lose it all, right away, every time. Do not hoard what seems good for a later place in the book, or for another book; give it, give it all, give it now."
~~~
the last one is for arlene and mark
~~~
my baby is back from baguio:) yey!
Monday, April 14, 2003
i bought a book last saturday.
for some reason i had spare money to buy one :) syempre I had to choose between a very nice naf-naf shirt and that book. and as usual, i chose the latter even if it is more costly that the first one (cause I can buy 2 shirts in exchange of that 1 book). but it doesn’t matter a bit. i fell in love with the book right from the moment I saw it.
the book was entitled: HE STILL MOVES STONES by max lucado.
i like the way he writes. it is an inspirational book but unlike any other author, he is not preaching. I don’t like reading those books whose writers are trying very hard to lower themselves down to the level of the readers because the readers (well, i for one) can feel their efforts.
~~~
today is holy monday.
time to pray and reflect.
~~~
no coffee for one week.
sacrifice guada, sacrifice (ugh!).
for some reason i had spare money to buy one :) syempre I had to choose between a very nice naf-naf shirt and that book. and as usual, i chose the latter even if it is more costly that the first one (cause I can buy 2 shirts in exchange of that 1 book). but it doesn’t matter a bit. i fell in love with the book right from the moment I saw it.
the book was entitled: HE STILL MOVES STONES by max lucado.
i like the way he writes. it is an inspirational book but unlike any other author, he is not preaching. I don’t like reading those books whose writers are trying very hard to lower themselves down to the level of the readers because the readers (well, i for one) can feel their efforts.
~~~
today is holy monday.
time to pray and reflect.
~~~
no coffee for one week.
sacrifice guada, sacrifice (ugh!).
Saturday, April 12, 2003
arlene for you:
MAX: You didn’t marry me.
LORELAI: Yes, I know, but I never really explained why. I just didn’t.
MAX: You didn’t love me.
LORELAI: I don’t think I didn’t love you. I think. . .I think I was not ready to get married.
MAX: Because you didn’t love me.
LORELAI: No, I really don’t think that was it. Sometimes the person you love is not the person you’re ready to live with forever. I’m not saying this is right, but –
MAX: Lorelai, listen to me. I appreciate this, I really do, but there’s no need for it. I’m really okay.
LORELAI: Oh, no, I know you’re. . .no, I’m sure you’re okay. I’m not saying this because you don’t look okay. You look great. Really great. Although, I’m not saying this because you look really great, although you do. Did you join a gym in California?
MAX: Lorelai, look. I’ve always wanted to teach at a university like Stanford. And finally, the opportunity came up, I went, and it was wonderful. And, frankly, if we had been getting married, I wouldn’t have been able to take it.
LORELAI: You’re welcome.
MAX: And being away gave me time to think. I thought, and now I’m fine.
LORELAI: It’s just, we never had any closure.
MAX: Life’s not really about closure, is it?
LORELAI: No, I guess not. So, you’re okay?
MAX: I’m okay. I’m over it.
LORELAI: You sure?
MAX: I am completely sure.
Later that night they saw each other in a classroom:
LORELAI: It was nice seeing you.
MAX: Nice to see you, too.
LORELAI: Take care of yourself.
MAX: I will.
[They kiss] :)
MAX: And apparently, I’m not over it.
MAX: You didn’t marry me.
LORELAI: Yes, I know, but I never really explained why. I just didn’t.
MAX: You didn’t love me.
LORELAI: I don’t think I didn’t love you. I think. . .I think I was not ready to get married.
MAX: Because you didn’t love me.
LORELAI: No, I really don’t think that was it. Sometimes the person you love is not the person you’re ready to live with forever. I’m not saying this is right, but –
MAX: Lorelai, listen to me. I appreciate this, I really do, but there’s no need for it. I’m really okay.
LORELAI: Oh, no, I know you’re. . .no, I’m sure you’re okay. I’m not saying this because you don’t look okay. You look great. Really great. Although, I’m not saying this because you look really great, although you do. Did you join a gym in California?
MAX: Lorelai, look. I’ve always wanted to teach at a university like Stanford. And finally, the opportunity came up, I went, and it was wonderful. And, frankly, if we had been getting married, I wouldn’t have been able to take it.
LORELAI: You’re welcome.
MAX: And being away gave me time to think. I thought, and now I’m fine.
LORELAI: It’s just, we never had any closure.
MAX: Life’s not really about closure, is it?
LORELAI: No, I guess not. So, you’re okay?
MAX: I’m okay. I’m over it.
LORELAI: You sure?
MAX: I am completely sure.
Later that night they saw each other in a classroom:
LORELAI: It was nice seeing you.
MAX: Nice to see you, too.
LORELAI: Take care of yourself.
MAX: I will.
[They kiss] :)
MAX: And apparently, I’m not over it.
GUADA
The name of Guada creates an overly-sensitive nature which causes you to sense and feel far more than you can understand or put into words. You have a deep, artistic, and creative side which shows through a love for music and literature. Writing is a more natural mode of expression for your deeper thoughts and feelings than the spoken word. You have an ability to concentrate and work intently on anything which holds your interest. However, you prefer to avoid routine, monotony, and mental tasks. You enjoy the out-of-doors and find your greatest peace and relaxation from the beauty and harmony of nature. You prefer to limit your friendships and associations to those who share your interests and appreciate your quiet, refined ways. Others often find it difficult to understand you. Your feelings tend to build up within you and, if you cannot release them through a creative, constructive channel, you could suffer with frustration, moods, and much inner turmoil. This name causes tension in the region of the solar plexus, as well as the heart and lungs. Health problems would centre in those areas of the body.
The name of Guada creates an overly-sensitive nature which causes you to sense and feel far more than you can understand or put into words. You have a deep, artistic, and creative side which shows through a love for music and literature. Writing is a more natural mode of expression for your deeper thoughts and feelings than the spoken word. You have an ability to concentrate and work intently on anything which holds your interest. However, you prefer to avoid routine, monotony, and mental tasks. You enjoy the out-of-doors and find your greatest peace and relaxation from the beauty and harmony of nature. You prefer to limit your friendships and associations to those who share your interests and appreciate your quiet, refined ways. Others often find it difficult to understand you. Your feelings tend to build up within you and, if you cannot release them through a creative, constructive channel, you could suffer with frustration, moods, and much inner turmoil. This name causes tension in the region of the solar plexus, as well as the heart and lungs. Health problems would centre in those areas of the body.
i miss my baby so, so much...he will be back on monday morning. meaning there's no chance for us to see each other over the weekend :(
no magic for me, arlene.
i might as well wait until the holidays (sigh).
no magic for me, arlene.
i might as well wait until the holidays (sigh).
Friday, April 11, 2003
why is it that sometimes, eventhough the person you love the most is sitting right beside you, you still longed for him?
~~~
I am a possessive person. no, make that a very possessive person.
There I said it out loud.
I am aware that it is not good.
but I can’t help myself but tighten the bounds of a relationship.
I longed for a continuous affirmation of love.
Maybe, it’s me being a woman (or rather a girl--better).
I don’t know.
I really, really hate myself when I feel this way. grrrrrrr!
~~~
I am a possessive person. no, make that a very possessive person.
There I said it out loud.
I am aware that it is not good.
but I can’t help myself but tighten the bounds of a relationship.
I longed for a continuous affirmation of love.
Maybe, it’s me being a woman (or rather a girl--better).
I don’t know.
I really, really hate myself when I feel this way. grrrrrrr!
"STUBBORN LOVE "
Kathy Troccoli
Caught again. Your faithless friend.
Don't You ever tire of hearing
What a fool I've been?
Guess I should pray,
But what can I say?
Oh, it hurts to know the hundred times
I've caused You pain.
The "forgive me" sounds so empty
When I never change.
Yet You stay and say, "I love you still,"
Forgiving me time and time again.
CHORUS:
It's Your stubborn love
That never lets go of me.
I don't understand how You can stay -
Perfect love embracing the worst in me
How I long for Your stubborn love.
Funny me.
Just couldn't see
Even long before I knew You,
You were loving me.
Sometimes I cry -
You must cry, too
when You see the broken promises
I've made to you.
I keep saying that I'll trust You
Though I seldom do.
Yet You stay and say You love me still,
Knowing some day I'll be like You.
CHORUS:
It's Your stubborn love
That never lets go of me.
I don't understand how You can stay -
Perfect love embracing the worst in me.
And You never let me go -
I believe I finally know
I can't live without Your stubborn love!
Kathy Troccoli
Caught again. Your faithless friend.
Don't You ever tire of hearing
What a fool I've been?
Guess I should pray,
But what can I say?
Oh, it hurts to know the hundred times
I've caused You pain.
The "forgive me" sounds so empty
When I never change.
Yet You stay and say, "I love you still,"
Forgiving me time and time again.
CHORUS:
It's Your stubborn love
That never lets go of me.
I don't understand how You can stay -
Perfect love embracing the worst in me
How I long for Your stubborn love.
Funny me.
Just couldn't see
Even long before I knew You,
You were loving me.
Sometimes I cry -
You must cry, too
when You see the broken promises
I've made to you.
I keep saying that I'll trust You
Though I seldom do.
Yet You stay and say You love me still,
Knowing some day I'll be like You.
CHORUS:
It's Your stubborn love
That never lets go of me.
I don't understand how You can stay -
Perfect love embracing the worst in me.
And You never let me go -
I believe I finally know
I can't live without Your stubborn love!
Thursday, April 10, 2003
Reflections for Your Journey
explorefaith.org
A New Direction
The U-turn is a sign from God. God accepts U-turns in Judaism and
Christianity, and especially during our holy seasons. No matter how
far down the road of life we travel, whether the road be personal,
professional, religious, or simply an ill-advised path, U-turns are
permitted. When taken carefully, thoughtfully, and purposefully,
U-turns can steer us in the right direction. At the very least,
they can help us find a better route than the way we were previously
headed. This forty-day Lenten period is the Christian time designated
for rethinking and reconsidering the road we've been on, and not
being afraid to change directions. It's a time to take a look at
the spiritual road we've been traveling, and entertain new possibilities
for personal growth, a deeper relationship with God, better
relationships with those we claim to care about, and more love for
the least lovable among us, because they need it the most.
--from "A Sign From God"
by Rabbi Micah Greenstein
~~~
Embrace it when it comes...even for just a moment. this is the signature of my inaanak na ice. nice noh? :)
"even for just a moment..."
explorefaith.org
A New Direction
The U-turn is a sign from God. God accepts U-turns in Judaism and
Christianity, and especially during our holy seasons. No matter how
far down the road of life we travel, whether the road be personal,
professional, religious, or simply an ill-advised path, U-turns are
permitted. When taken carefully, thoughtfully, and purposefully,
U-turns can steer us in the right direction. At the very least,
they can help us find a better route than the way we were previously
headed. This forty-day Lenten period is the Christian time designated
for rethinking and reconsidering the road we've been on, and not
being afraid to change directions. It's a time to take a look at
the spiritual road we've been traveling, and entertain new possibilities
for personal growth, a deeper relationship with God, better
relationships with those we claim to care about, and more love for
the least lovable among us, because they need it the most.
--from "A Sign From God"
by Rabbi Micah Greenstein
~~~
Embrace it when it comes...even for just a moment. this is the signature of my inaanak na ice. nice noh? :)
"even for just a moment..."
Wednesday, April 09, 2003
i got a letter from angel nangni the other day. she never fails to brighten up my day :)
~~~
sol and i had our lunch date kanina. no coffee at all today (tsk! tsk! tsk!) only Sprite Light. no Oreo either, hay...
~~~
baby is attending a leadership seminar in Baguio now until sunday (tagal nun ah!)
mood: sad :(
~~~
sol and i had our lunch date kanina. no coffee at all today (tsk! tsk! tsk!) only Sprite Light. no Oreo either, hay...
~~~
baby is attending a leadership seminar in Baguio now until sunday (tagal nun ah!)
mood: sad :(
i am blessed with VERY kind teachers this semester.
imagine in ec 205 (mathematical economics) i got B-. according to my teacher, a B- is a passing grade but graduate students need at least a B to earn the credits for the subject. she gave me a chance to improve my grade to credit status by giving me two options: first one is for me to re-take the final exam by Wednesday, April 2, 2003 (since the final marks have to be submitted on April 3, 2003) wherein she will be giving the VERY SAME exam that i took last Saturday. the 2nd one is, if i decided not to retake the exam, she will give me a mark of INC and i will receive a final mark, subject to completion of requirements within the prescribed period, by October 2003. This means that i will have until October 2003 to take a new final exam.
she strongly suggested that i re-take the final exam that wednesday. grabe! i was so glad. i called two of my classmates, and begged them to teach me. I’m so grateful they lend me some of their very precious time to explain everything i had learn.
eventhough i haven't seen my paper yet, thank you ms. pepito, you are heaven sent :) with you kindness.
i always believe that God send us angels in different forms. And during that time, I think I’ve met two of them in the person of jen and joseph. thank you guys :)
~~~
the other one is dr. bautista of ec 224 (history of economic thoughts).
he gave us a take-home exam last march 25. the exam was supposed to be submitted by friday of the same week. until now I don’t have any answers (yet) to # s 2 & 3 (tsk! tsk!).
I e-mailed him last friday (april 4), asking if I can still pass my final exam. and lo and behold! (because I am not expecting him to answer back) he told me that I can still pass it. but until then he will give me a grade of incomplete.
~~~
don’t get me wrong, i am not the type of student who’s pabaya or something. It’s just that my smaller-that-pea-sized-brain is not functioning very well or (in worst case) at all whenever I am nervous or stressed.
I will be a better student next sem. promise. well, I hope :)
imagine in ec 205 (mathematical economics) i got B-. according to my teacher, a B- is a passing grade but graduate students need at least a B to earn the credits for the subject. she gave me a chance to improve my grade to credit status by giving me two options: first one is for me to re-take the final exam by Wednesday, April 2, 2003 (since the final marks have to be submitted on April 3, 2003) wherein she will be giving the VERY SAME exam that i took last Saturday. the 2nd one is, if i decided not to retake the exam, she will give me a mark of INC and i will receive a final mark, subject to completion of requirements within the prescribed period, by October 2003. This means that i will have until October 2003 to take a new final exam.
she strongly suggested that i re-take the final exam that wednesday. grabe! i was so glad. i called two of my classmates, and begged them to teach me. I’m so grateful they lend me some of their very precious time to explain everything i had learn.
eventhough i haven't seen my paper yet, thank you ms. pepito, you are heaven sent :) with you kindness.
i always believe that God send us angels in different forms. And during that time, I think I’ve met two of them in the person of jen and joseph. thank you guys :)
~~~
the other one is dr. bautista of ec 224 (history of economic thoughts).
he gave us a take-home exam last march 25. the exam was supposed to be submitted by friday of the same week. until now I don’t have any answers (yet) to # s 2 & 3 (tsk! tsk!).
I e-mailed him last friday (april 4), asking if I can still pass my final exam. and lo and behold! (because I am not expecting him to answer back) he told me that I can still pass it. but until then he will give me a grade of incomplete.
~~~
don’t get me wrong, i am not the type of student who’s pabaya or something. It’s just that my smaller-that-pea-sized-brain is not functioning very well or (in worst case) at all whenever I am nervous or stressed.
I will be a better student next sem. promise. well, I hope :)
Tuesday, April 08, 2003
Nescafe Frothe for today :)
mood: happy c",)
~~~
i guess i have to agree with arlene :) weekend has its own magic.
thank you for spending some time with us last saturday :)
~~~
mark and i went to UP Los Baños last sunday to visit jaike . it was nice to be with her after almost a year of not seeing each other. we talked, kid around and bashed showbiz personalities (hehe :) for about a couple of hours before we parted ways.
after lunch, we strolled around the campus while reminiscing the good times we had during our college days. grabe, 3 years have passed na pala, and except for new establishments here and there, nothing has changed. the feeling of familiarity and belongingness are still there.
at around 3 o’clock in the afternoon, we decided to leave.
feeling refreshed and energized, i think i am ready to face the days ahead until i get back home…again.
~~~
yesterday, i got hold of Don Mclean's Greatest Hits and it brought with it a lot of colorful (college) memories. although, i cannot consider all of them as beautiful (some, i even considered as bitter ones) i know that each and every one of them became part of who i am right now. i don’t know if you will be able to read this, but I want you to know that in a way, you have prepared me for something better, thank you.
~~~
i love you len :)
and i miss you so, so much! i'm so glad we're ok now. mah!
~~~
baby, thank you for being with me this weekend. i had fun :) mah! ayabyu!
mood: happy c",)
~~~
i guess i have to agree with arlene :) weekend has its own magic.
thank you for spending some time with us last saturday :)
~~~
mark and i went to UP Los Baños last sunday to visit jaike . it was nice to be with her after almost a year of not seeing each other. we talked, kid around and bashed showbiz personalities (hehe :) for about a couple of hours before we parted ways.
after lunch, we strolled around the campus while reminiscing the good times we had during our college days. grabe, 3 years have passed na pala, and except for new establishments here and there, nothing has changed. the feeling of familiarity and belongingness are still there.
at around 3 o’clock in the afternoon, we decided to leave.
feeling refreshed and energized, i think i am ready to face the days ahead until i get back home…again.
~~~
yesterday, i got hold of Don Mclean's Greatest Hits and it brought with it a lot of colorful (college) memories. although, i cannot consider all of them as beautiful (some, i even considered as bitter ones) i know that each and every one of them became part of who i am right now. i don’t know if you will be able to read this, but I want you to know that in a way, you have prepared me for something better, thank you.
~~~
i love you len :)
and i miss you so, so much! i'm so glad we're ok now. mah!
~~~
baby, thank you for being with me this weekend. i had fun :) mah! ayabyu!
Saturday, April 05, 2003
me? short tempered? come on! :)
I took the Inner Dragon online quiz and found out I am a Tan Dragon on the inside. My Inner Dragon is the true draconic magic-user. Tans have been all but forgotten in popular literature, but that suits them just fine. They're slightly shy and spend most of their time in impassable mountain valleys. When feeling brave or adventurous, Tans use their shape-shifting ability to blend in with society. Given a choice, however, Tans still much prefer to be left to their own devices.
I like to spend time devising new and interesting spells, and counting my gigantic treasure. My favorable attributes are longevity, security, magic, and reverence for life. To top it off, my breath weapon is a curious mix of Fire and Air. Just tell folks to watch out, like all Tans I've got a seriously short temper!
A TAN Dragon Lies Beneath!
I took the Inner Dragon online quiz and found out I am a Tan Dragon on the inside. My Inner Dragon is the true draconic magic-user. Tans have been all but forgotten in popular literature, but that suits them just fine. They're slightly shy and spend most of their time in impassable mountain valleys. When feeling brave or adventurous, Tans use their shape-shifting ability to blend in with society. Given a choice, however, Tans still much prefer to be left to their own devices.
I like to spend time devising new and interesting spells, and counting my gigantic treasure. My favorable attributes are longevity, security, magic, and reverence for life. To top it off, my breath weapon is a curious mix of Fire and Air. Just tell folks to watch out, like all Tans I've got a seriously short temper!
Friday, April 04, 2003
no coffee for today.
there's only Swiss M*** which, in my opinion, tastes like plastic. hay...
but there's a lot of Oreo :). i got two big packs (from mark, my chocolate supplier). one with vanilla fillings and the other one with chocolate fillings (yum-yum :)
there's only Swiss M*** which, in my opinion, tastes like plastic. hay...
but there's a lot of Oreo :). i got two big packs (from mark, my chocolate supplier). one with vanilla fillings and the other one with chocolate fillings (yum-yum :)
Thursday, April 03, 2003
im the one who's assigned to do the NCE on monday.
topic: caring through small things
by Dr. Jesus P. Estanislao
Doing a Good Deed Every Day
Each day we go out of our way
to do something small and special
for each one in our family.
A few kind words will do
a nice gesture of caring always helps
a little act of service truly matters.
Our life is a continuing stream
of ordinary words and deeds
said and done each day for others.
fortunately monday is declared as a special holiday (good-good-good! :) so even though i will not read my commentary in front of the people of SMN (including the dean) i will still have to do it and post it on the bulletin board for them (well, for those who are interested) to read.
topic: caring through small things
by Dr. Jesus P. Estanislao
Doing a Good Deed Every Day
Each day we go out of our way
to do something small and special
for each one in our family.
A few kind words will do
a nice gesture of caring always helps
a little act of service truly matters.
Our life is a continuing stream
of ordinary words and deeds
said and done each day for others.
fortunately monday is declared as a special holiday (good-good-good! :) so even though i will not read my commentary in front of the people of SMN (including the dean) i will still have to do it and post it on the bulletin board for them (well, for those who are interested) to read.
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