First Blog for 2010

Here's a message to me for 2010. I hope YOU won't forget.

- Hope and don't expect. Expecting too much may sometimes lead to disappointments. You always believe that good things happen, and they will. At the right time and at the right place.

- Love the one you're with. I know you love him already, but show him how much more he can be loved. Keep understanding his faults and be patient. A relationship is not a science project. It's a two-way street, give and take, heaven and hell, it takes two to tango... you know what I mean.

- Keep promises. People don't make promises anymore but whatever it is that you promised, either to your self or to someone else, make sure you keep it.

- Remember family. Like what your mom always tell you, no matter what happens, your family are the only people who will not turn you away when you need their help.

- Save Up. If you really want to get that place and that wedding of yours, then SAVE. I know you started already.. but keep saving.

- Be vulnerable. We all know how strong and independent you are but you are still HUMAN. Don't allow yourself not to be vulnerable. It's okay to cry in front of people sometimes.

- Independence and Dependence. You've learned how to be independent. You are slowly releasing yourself from the bonds of whatever it is that is holding you back. But remember, it's okay to depend on someone, especially when you can't do things on your own.

- Delegate. Not everything is your job. Give some to others. Your boss will approve of it because he knows how well you can lead a project.

- Don't be too sarcastic. Not everyone appreciates sarcasm. But if you have to be sarcastic, make sure it's in the right place.

- Remember compliments, forget the insults. When they compliment you, take it nicely and say "thank you." Don't push the compliment back. Sometimes people mean it. As for the insults... well... what insults?

- Clean Up. Either at home, at work, your closet or your life. CLEAN UP. You don't need all those things. You can be sentimental and nostalgic but you still have to let go of the things you don't need.

- Give good advice. People don't usually take advices (I know sometimes you don't take yours), but still give them an advice. At least you said something. But remember that you should give people good advice. Something that can help them, and make them think about it. Don't order... just share.

- Mother Nature. You said you love nature so keep on saving and helping her.

- Run. Either by yourself or with people, running is still good for you.

- Keep pictures. Remember that photo album you've been wanting to work on for the longest time? Well I suggest you start making it now. Digital memories are nice, but sometimes it's good to have something to hold.

- Early Christmas shopping. You know what to buy already. Go to the next sale and buy it then.

- Keep singing. Remember old songs, memorize new ones. It's good to hear your voice and at least you can practice for the next videoke night.

- Give more. It is better to give than to receive because you receive graces ten-fold for a single show of kindness given. So give whatever it is you can give.

- Time management. He said it already: he values time so you should too. Give time for family, be home by 12am, leave the house by 8:45am, make sure the time you spend with your love is well spent (no arguments, not too much dead air, etc.) Time is important this year.

- Make the first move. Whether it's intimate, being sweet, doing a chore or rounding up work to do: don't wait. Make a move.

- Read More. When was the last time you finished a book? I know you've read most of the books in your room but continue reading. Read and re-read. Or open up the books you haven't read yet. And make sure you finish it this time.

- Love yourself again. Don't lose yourself in things that distract you from loving yourself. Remember: you are a beautiful and independent woman. You deserve to be happy and you can find happiness on your own.

- Work harder. To find your place in the industry that you are in, strive to be better, work harder, work smarter, make a good decision and remember to listen to mentors. You already have a career and a name, you just need to show more.

- Make new friends. You keep a lot of old friends and that's not so bad. It shows how loyal you can be. But you should also make new ones. You're friendly girl and it's okay to meet new people. They add knowledge to your world and you will find out that the world is really big and it's not shrinking on you.

- Pray and pray and pray. He's up there and He listens. Dedicate your life to him: your work, your career, your family and your relationships. He does His job and you should too. So talk to Him and give Him something to work on.


You are growing up! And you need to remember these things. You are you and you are special. You can make it again in 2010.


Cheers!