The Perks of Being a Teacher

One of the perks of being a teacher is getting surprises from your students. Surprises, whether big or small, can put a smile on our faces. The other day, a student gave Teachers Mariel, Joy, and I a Lego eraser. How sweet of her! :)
 

The Sunday Reflection

My friend Mau once told me, "A prayer can move mountains" and I couldn't agree more. I believe in the power of prayer. A prayer can make miracles, and these miracles can change one's life forever.

Just keep the faith, and the Big Guy up there will take care of everything. Don't give up. :)

The 23rd Day of November

November 17, 2012 :)

Just a teaser. An entry about this will be posted soon. :)

Time After Time

Last week, I was able to spend time with my two favorite friends from childhood--- James and Maggie. I had dinner with James on Wednesday and a date with Maggie on Saturday. It never occurred to me that the week of November 12 would become so memorable. I thought it would only be an ordinary week, but it turned out to be the other way around. As I sit here, reliving the two happiest days of that week, I'd like to think that I must have done something good to deserve such spontaneous bonding days with them.

Let me start my story on the eve of Wednesday, November 14. 

I don't usually go out on a school day because it is a school day, if you get what I mean. My weekdays, except Fridays, are devoted to preparing materials for my preschool and tutorial classes. I normally spend my after school hours cutting, painting, gluing, printing, checking--- stuff that teachers do. But for some reason, I said "Pwede ako after work" to James when he asked if I'm free on Wednesday. So after my tutorials class, I went straight to Solenad 2 to meet him. We decided to eat dinner at Toastbox, since he hasn't tried Nasi Goreng yet. While eating, we talked about anything under the sun moon and the stars rainy sky. ;) We talked about friendship, traveling, cars, book, family, movies, music, food--- you name it. I also showed him the pictures and the videos of my toddlers and natuwa naman siya sa kanila. :p We went to Serenitea after to eat chicken chops and to catch up some more. It was a fun kwentuhan and I learned new things from him. 

James enjoying his chicken chops :)

November 14, 2012 :)

By the way, the title of this entry is Time After Time because it's the song currently playing on my iPod. I can't think of a good title. :( Anyway, here's the cover of Quietdrive. :)

For the nth time, thank you so much, James! :) And Maggie, if you're reading this, we missed you. ;) 

*Up next, date with Maggie*

 

And all these little things...

One Direction never fails to make a girl's heart melt. Every girl fell in love with What Makes You Beautiful upon its release last year and it became a worldwide hit. Little Things, the band's newest single, is making waves in the local music channel, radio stations, and even on Youtube. It's a sweet song and I can't blame the girls (including myself haha!) who feel kilig when they listen to it. :)

The Hobby

This is what happens when you hand me a camera.

The Chestnuts

The Cupcakes

The Comfort Food

The Busy Bee

The Chocolates

What the world needs now is love, sweet love ;)

Taking pictures has always been my favorite hobby since I got my very first digital camera. I love taking pictures of things that interest me as well as priceless moments. The passion has developed over the years. :)

The Sunday Playlist

Sembreak is almost over but don't feel bad. Christmas break is just around the corner. Hihi. Anyway, here's a playlist for a chill Sunday. Enjoy! :)

Let's Go Surfing by The Drums

Shades of Love by Sumeo 

     

Stuck on You by Meiko

Someday We'll Know by New Radicals

 

The Trending Topic

The trending topic on Twitter today is about #7FactsAboutMyBestFriend. I wanted to join the bandwagon but I guess 140 characters are not enough to describe my bestfriend, so I decided to write here instead. 

Here goes the 7 Facts About My Best Friend:

1. She is beautiful inside and out.

No wonder why she has a lot admirers. She is beautiful, just like her mom, and she has a good heart. She is kind, forgiving, and understanding. She treats people nicely and I have never seen her get upset when things don't go her way. She also likes helping people in any way she can that's why she is truly blessed.   

2. She is a good listener.

She may have a busy schedule but she still finds time to listen to my silly life dramas. She is the kind of friend who tries her best not to fall asleep, no matter how sleepy she is, because you're not yet finished crying your heart out. She is someone you can really trust.  

3. She gives a good advice.

She is not afraid to speak her mind. She doesn't sugar coat words and she makes you realize that life is not all about rainbows and unicorns. Sometimes, what she says is definitely "tagos" but it doesn't mean that she wanted to hurt your feelings--- it means that she cares for you. :) 

4. She is adventurous.

This girl is game for anything. She is not afraid to try something new. You can bring her to a "turo-turo" and eat street food with you. She is willing to watch a sappy or "baduy" movie and does not complain like the "sosy" girls out there (e.g. "Yuck. Seriously, you're like, going to watch that? Ewww). She knows how to have fun that's why there's no dull moment with her.

5. She has a good sense of humor.

She finds ways to make herself happy even if she has a valid reason to be sad. She doesn't let bad vibes go in her system. Instead of crying all day, she chooses to let whatever makes her feel awful go and move on with her life.

6. She is thoughtful.

She always makes sure that you're fine. When she visits us here in Laguna, she has something for everyone and that includes Ate Rosie and Tatay Boy. ;)

7. She loves her friends and family.

Family time is very sacred for her. She makes time for her younger sister, Danica, and for other family members. When it comes to her friends, she does the same. She is always there for her friends too. That's why she is deeply loved by the people around her.

   

See, I told you. 140 characters aren't enough. ;)