Archive for June, 2008

28
Jun

“Pula”- My New Buddy

By hypothalamus7778 0 Comments
Categories: ReFLeCtioNs and Sa AdLaw-AdLaw

Please welcome… (Drum roll…)
my new buddy - “Pula”! “Pula” is actually my bike which I bought from a good
friend of mine, Francine, before she left for Netherlands last December.  She’s named “Pula”; because she’s redJ (pula
is Filipino word for the red
color). I felt sorry for letting her stay at the parking area for months. I
just couldn’t withstand riding Pula at 0-5oC with my ears and nose
getting so red and my hands so numbed by the cold wind despite my outfit to
protect myself. But I never let a day to
go by without taking a glimpse of her (she’s parked in front of my window).

Now, gone is the cold season that
kept me from taking her to my everyday trips, whether to go to school, or to
the nearby shop to buy some stuff I need or just for an ice cream or a
chocolate bar. She’s now my buddy! With her, I am so happy exploring places
where buses can’t take me. I am
experiencing the freedom of enjoying the scenery without bothering about the
bus time schedule. I can stop whenever I
wanted to (especially when I have to consult the map just to ensure that I am
not lost and I am taking the right lane!).  I also have the chance to meet people along
the way whom most of them are wearing happy faces! Or was it me who’s smiling
that I saw my reflection in them?

With “Pula”, I don’t have to buy a
card for unlimited bus ride. I can Img_5018still enjoy an unlimited ride with her,
anyway! Plus, I somehow help reduce
pollution and I have no worries on the rising fuel Img_3798prices! Aside from that, I can
have my daily exercise and save my knees from the stress of jogging, because
for unknown reasons I don’t like jogging that much.  Plus, according to experts, half an hour spent
with her cuts my risk of heart disease to half, lowers my blood
pressure and reduces my risk of developing adult-onset diabetes (good news for
me who craves a lot for ice cream and chocolate!).

I never knew (and I don’t wanna
waste time knowing either) how many “masters” she had. But she’s still in good condition, always
ready to give me a pleasant ride despite the ragged grips and seat. So far, I haven’t encountered troubles with
her, except when she needs some air for her tires. And I prayed that for the
coming days, she will continue to stay in good shape.

I fancy being like her, always
trusting her master(s) at all times and doing her best to make her master(s)
happy. I only have one Master and He’s really
taking good care of me though He sometimes leads me to some tough journeys in
life. Yet, along the way, He never
failed to let me see the wonders of His creation and make me realize the
magnificence of life’s journey.

08
Jun

All time favorite

By hypothalamus7778 0 Comments
Categories: El FaVoRitO

Written by Max Ehrmann in the 1920s, Desiderata is one of my guiding principles in my life’s journey.

DESIDERATA

Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be in good terms with all persons.

Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexations to the spirit.

If you compare yourself to others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.

Keep interested in your own career: however humble, it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery.

But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for the high ideals; and everywhere in life is full of heroism.

Be yourself.

Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love;for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.

Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.

But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.

Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.

You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have the right to be here.

And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham and drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.

Be cheerful.

Strive to be happy.

03
Jun

Dream on

By hypothalamus7778 Closed
Categories: LiFe ChUVa

It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting…Yes, Paulo Coelho is right!

Contrary to what I am always saying- “Never ever give up“, I gave  up! I gave up my dreams of studying outside my Pilipinas (kong mahal!) after failing the interview by one of the most sought scholarship programs.  Then came an opportunity for me to volunteer abroad.  I found it so challenging!  I also have the desire to make a difference even in my small ways. Almost everything is ready- trainings, vaccinations, medical examination (so happy to know I am that healthy!) except for my placements which were always being cancelled.  Again! I was disheartened. I am tired of surfing the net for opportunities…but then fate led me.  I typed my favorite keywords and search for it again..and! Whoa! A new announcement! Without hesitation, I applied and everything went on smoothly. The waiting for the result is quite a torture. I received an email informing me that I was considered a candidate but it’s still unofficial for they have to wait for the approval of the funding agency and screen (again!?!) the candidates the committee has selected.  Honestly, I had diarrhea from the moment I received the committee’s email until I finally received the official correspondence that I qualified!

I dreamt of studying here (with my beloved Tatay as my greatest influence), the four seasons, and learning a new language … and now  I’m here.  I am not ashamed to admit that I failed, not once but many times along the way, but yes, there are a lot of possibilities to win and that dreams may come true…But one has to work and PRAY for it…and never, ever give up!