It's one of those moments when I feel like I have to blog. There's a big part of me that's happy with the way things are. Work is fulfilling, business is doing well, I have friends, and men... Well, they're raining around me. Kinda. But there's also a part of me, discontent with my life. Like there's something more out there. The feeling of being un-challenged and bored is unsettling. I know I should want and aim for more, for better. Just because I practically have everything I need, I should be happy. Thankful, yes. Content and complacent, no. I know I can do and have better.
Category: life
Seizing the Day
Opportunities like this, to stand up and be counted, are few and far in between. People often contend there isn't really much that can be done, that what we do is futile, and do nothing to serve the country. This is our moment now, a chance to show and prove that there are more to our words and opinions, that we do not just write for the sake of writing, that we do not speak for the sake of speaking. The things we do are not done to seek attention or prove that we are better or smarter. Rather, we do it because we know we have to. What we are about to embark on might not amount to anything fruitful, but we hope it does. And despite the risks and complications, we will do what we have to do, because it has to be done. It might lead to nothing, but that is a risk we should take, because there is that chance that what is true, right, and just will prevail. That despite the complications and risks, our action will yield something good for the country. And if it doesn't, at least we tried, and tried really hard.…
For Tinky Cabreira
For my beloved cousin, Maria Carmela Teresa "Tinky" A. Cabreira: And more messages: All with love from your family, relatives and labidabs Allan in Davao City! :) MWAHUGS!!! Producer: Maria Christina Cabreira Director: Joseph Andrew dela Serna Editor: Maria Jose
The Night I Used My Baccarat Knowledge For the Good of Mankind
Last Tuesday night, I had a blast at the Digital Filipino Networking Event at the Pantawan Hall of the Casino Filipino at the Grand Regal Hotel here in Davao City. It's not secret I go to the casino regularly with my friends, but usually I am there to control my friends' gambling. After weeks of going to the casino, I was able to finally wield my gambling know-how to help out other bloggers. The night started with a sumptuous buffet of veggies, seafoods, and lechon (roast pig). Then, there was a bit of talk from Tita Janette Toral about the progress of blogging in the Philippines, and the top 100 blogs for 2008. We were quite proud that there was a number of the top 100 bloggers from Davao such as Blogie, Kuya Andrew, and Winston. Then, the fun began. There was overflowing iced tea, and BOOZE. Ten bloggers were then chosen to play in a poker tournament. Me, Kuya, and our other cousin Gwing were all chosen. YEY! Our goal was not to be the first one out of the table. LOL! And we managed to do that. Gwing was the third one out. While, me and Kuya managed…
Being Happy
Had a cathartic talk with a dear friend today. It made me realize that I live a pretty sad life with too many struggles going on right now. I am actually struggling not to fall into depression again. But I have somehow managed to stay happy, smile, and somehow not cry myself to sleep every night. Maybe I have finally grown up, learned how to roll with the punches, let go of the pain, and look at the happy and funny side of life. Sometimes, I do get to hear my thoughts and feel the pain in my heart, I wonder and think of the what ifs, and the maybes. But I always sleep and wake up sane and without much thoughts of sadness and anger. As my friend affirmed, happiness is a state of mind. And right now, despite the pains and struggles, the haters and the critics, I choose to smile, to be happy, to keep myself sane. I look at my life, my work, the people I work with and have fun with, and see that somehow, I have helped them smile too. And right now, that is more than enough to keep me going. ;)
From Ninang Ria To Cai
Dear Baby Cai, You're more than a month old now. Last Saturday, I, along with your Tita Ai, and your Titos Jug, Wiwi, Subang, Roger, Harold, and Fred became your godparent. To others, we may seem as mere young friends of your parents, their DotA, drinking, and poker buddies. But to me, and to them, I hope, we are now more than just friends. As your godparent, I am now part of who you are and who you become. You can trust that no matter how the tides turn, I will be there for you and your parents, Mayang and Cocoy. I may not always be your perfect role model, but I wish that you learn not just from my successes and triumphs, but my faults and mistakes, as well. Know that I will be there to guide you, to be your friend, to be with you as you make this treacherous journey through life. I may not always have gifts for you, but I will be there for you. Even before you were born, I have loved you and cared for you as an important child in my life. Be obedient, but not submissive. Follow your heart, but always…