Author: Mon

Born in the Philippines but residing in Australia since 2015. A corporate chick from 9-5 (more like 8:30-6pm) but an avid foodie and cook by night.

What do you do when you don’t know what to do?

I asked him for space.

What is he thinking right now? I hope he’s not sad or anything. I asked for it, not because I don’t want him anymore. I just need to do some thinking on my own. I just need to reassess as to where I stand from here and now. I need to see myself again, to be independent, and do things on my own, just like I always do.

When he came into my life, everything changed. Whatever it is I’m lacking, he fulfilled. He is the rain to my drought, the sunshine to my rainy days, and the sweetness to my bitterness. I love him more than he’ll ever know. I just need him to understand that I need this right now. I need it, and it would be better for us two.

I am not saying goodbye.

I just need this time on my own.

I love you. I don’t want to lose you. Please stay and wait for a few days. I’ll come back the person I was the first day I met you.

Easier said than done

Hi there everyone! I was looking for an inspiration in what to write this month of February. And then oomph, there it is. Since it’s the 2nd month of the year, let’s ask ourselves: Are we doing our resolutions?

New me

I was able to do my resolutions, hmmm, partly I guess. Old habits do die hard. (Haha!) But I’m 100% willing to change those BAD habits. Lately I’ve been gaining weight because of eating too much, especially at night. It such a pleasure to just lie down on the bed and munch on my favorite snack. The only resolution that I’m having difficulties with is exercising thrice a week. Why is it so hard? :( Maybe because I love  reading and writing so much that all my ‘sporty genes’ are somehow lacking. I will try my best to complete my resolution!

On the other hand…

FEBRUARY

14 – Valentine’s Day

26 – My birthday

Valentine’s Day has passed and I must say I’ve enjoyed mine.

rose

My guy gave me this rose. :”> I really really really love the color! It’s happy and vibrant, like me! I am not perfect though, I have times when I am so down and pessimistic and all that shizz. But still, when you look at me, I try to keep a smiling face kahit anong nangyare. That day I realized, you never really lose in loving. Love does conquer all. I am happy and thankful that he came into my life. What a great gift from God! So grateful.

Happy Birthday to Me

17. The age where Harry Potter defeated Lord Voldemort. It got me thinking: What amazing thing will I do now that I am turning 17?

Dye your hair red

That’s the first thing that popped into my mind because I was really planning on it, before my birthday and all. New look, new me, new perspective, etc etc. But wait, that’s not really amazing isn’t it? Well, at least it’s a start. :) Changing my hair color would make me feel the new me. Then the other things would soon follow.

Such an unorganized post but I hope you like it. :) Loving Birdy’s cover of Skinny Love. ❤ Do listen to her, she’s such a dear. Will update again very soon!

Dreamers cannot be tamed.

I cannot truly express how in love I am with the words of Paulo Coelho.

In order to hear Love’s words, you must allow Love to approach.
However, when it does draw near, we fear what it might say to us, because Love is free and is not ruled by our will or by what we do.
All lovers know this, but refuse to accept it. They think they can seduce Love through submission, power, beauty, wealth, tears and smiles.

True Love, however, is the love that seduces and will never allow itself to be seduced.

Love transforms, love heals.

We are used to thinking that what we give is the same as what we receive, but people who love, expecting to be loved in return, are wasting their time.

Love is an act of faith, not an exchange.

Contradictions are what make love grow. Conflicts are what allow love to remain by our side.

Life is too short for us to keep important words, for example, ‘I love you’, locked in our hearts.

– MANUSCRIPT FOUND IN ACCRA by Paulo Coelho
Why was it hard to say I love you?

Hello blog :) After 3 months of not posting, I finally had time to at least update you. Happy New Year to everyone! (Actually, this is a draft for an unposted blog last October; it’s just now that I’ve got the chance to publish this) HAHAHA!
It is true! So many things have changed. The quote above, well, it is so BEAUTIFUL. Coelho has captured the words so clearly. Anyway, 2012 was a blast! A lot of things had happened. 2012 was the year that I graduated from high school, I became a college student, and experienced love for the first time (romantic love, of course). Along with the uphill, there were downsides to 2012. But even though, I’m still happy. These experiences, well, they make us who we are. Despite the challenges that I had to face last year, I have no regrets in what I’ve done. Looking back, I am really inspired to be better than I was last year.
OATH
That is why, I am making this oath. And I invite everyone as well. :)
“I, (state your beautiful name), will vow to better than I was last year.”
It is up to you what goals you want to achieve this year. I recommend writing them on a piece of colored paper and paste them somewhere that you can always see, just so you’ll be reminded of it. Another option is to write it in your journal. I wrote mine on my 2013 journal, and am excited on accomplishing these goals.
Well, that is all for now guys. And always remember; No matter how small or big your dream might be, you CAN achieve it. With the right attitude and hard work, certainly you can! Find your purpose and keep dreaming. ❤

What happens when you drink coffee at night.

I’ve got a lot of things I need to accomplish but here I sit in front of the computer about to free-write my first post on this not-so-cool blog of mine.

# 1 Fact: Life is SO unpredictable.

“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That’s why we call it the present.”

I first heard this quote from my 3rd year History teacher and it is just now that I’ve realized how right this is. It’s another way of saying “Live for today” or “Carpe Diem!” (Seize the day!). Since the past is obviously done and irreversible, it is appropriate that we move forward and go on with our lives. In my view, things will get better. Or, there’s always something to look forward to. Something good is bound to happen. Before, I kept on worrying about what’s going to happen tomorrow or regretting the stupid things I’ve done in the past. But now, I have realized that there’s nothing I can do about the past. Having trust in myself, God, and all other things I believe in helps me keep my ground. It lets me cherish every moment without any worries or regrets.

Cross the bridge;

I remember the old story of my Yaya (nanny) when I was about 6 or 7 years old. It was about the journey of Jesus through Hell? Or so I remember it. He was about to cross a bridge but beneath it lies nasty creatures and there’s fire underneath! But yeah, he crossed it. He had courage, he was brave enough. He trusts enough.

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Life is like a bridge

Like this bridge, I’ll never know what lies ahead of me. The rails of the bridge symbolizes how I keep my faith and trust in God at all times. Amidst everything; the moments, the laughter, successes, failures, hardships, solitude. EVERYTHING! Have faith! Of course the end of the bridge leads to God’s kingdom, a greener pasture. I noticed that the bridge in the picture is short. Well yeah, life is short. So I will remember to live for today and enjoy every moment of it! Do not take things for granted.

 

As I close this post, to the person reading this (if there is), thank you so much for wasting your time reading my blog post. Haha kidding! Well, thank you. Please feel free to leave a comment, or not. So I just know that someone has actually read this. HAHA! Thanks a bunch. :D Toodles~