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Im 13 weeks Pregnant

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:10:00 +0000

Im 13 weeks pregnant today!!! yipee!!! im so happy and excited to see my baby bump already, my tummy is still small so i hope it comes soon!

TOXIC EMOTIONS

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 21:42:00 +0000

Don’t contaminate yourself with toxic emotions By Cory QuirinoPhilippine Daily Inquirer

First Posted 21:41:00 08/18/2008

MANILA, Philippines—Aging isn’t just about physical biology, it is also an emotional and spiritual phenomenon.

1. Listen to the wisdom of your body. When you adopt a certain habit / behavior, ask yourself, “Am I feeling good or bad?” If your body sends a signal of discomfort or distress, stop what you are doing. If your body feels comfort / satisfaction, continue what you are doing.

2. The power is not in the past or the future, it is now. Live in the present. Do not struggle against the flow of the unwise. In short, no sense in worrying. Take it one step at a time.

3. Meditate. Make time for silence. Pay close attention to your inner life.

4. Drop your need for social / external approval. You are the sole judge of your worth, not society.

5. Respond to every situation no matter how painful. Anger will only delay your healing.

6. Know that your outer world is guided by your inner world. Attune your wants or desires from within to reflect from without.

7. Withhold judgment. Everything in your life can be forgiven and understood. Don’t judge others, least of all yourself.

8. Don’t contaminate your system with toxic food, emotions, actions.

9. Replace fear with love. Remembering a past hurt will only weaken your capacity to love again without fear.

10. You are connected to the earth and to every person in this planet. Raise your consciousness to embrace this truth.

Eating plan

Five nights a week, eat fish or poultry (boiled, broiled, roasted). Remove skin before eating.
Have a large raw salad (not more than 1 tsp of oil in dressing).
Eat a small boiled potato.
Avoid alcohol as much as you can.
Don’t have dessert everyday. Skip a day in between desserts.
Take chromium pecolinate complex (200 mg 1-3 times daily) before exercise to speed up weight loss.
Take amino acids argimen 2000 mg and ornethine before bedtime when cells are regenerating. For the natural release of growth hormones, best on an empty stomach and taken with water or juice. (Caution: contraindicated for children and persons with herpes or schizophrenic conditions)
Truths to remember
Cells are influenced by every feeling, thought and action. Thus if you think old, you will speed up the clock.
Stress hormones play a huge and critical part in aging. Therefore when you make a lifestyle change, your cells will respond better by producing less stress hormones.
Taking drugs like growth hormones may have an anti-aging effect on the body but, science still doesn’t know its long-term side effects. Once withdrawn, you are hooked because it isn’t permanent. Studies show that even if an abnormal hormone balance causes aging, what can have a more dramatic effect on your look is the message you send your body. In short, by enhancing your sense of fulfillment and happiness you can prolong your youthful looks. But the responsibility for changing your awareness is up to you.
Here are some more pointers:
Never rush through your meal. Eat calmly.
Don’t be controlled by deadlines.
Eat freshly picked vegetables. Don’t eat leftovers which are considered harmful.
Food preparation should only be raw or boiled—nothing fried.
Light eating is better than heavy eating.
Affirm youthfulness: Because life is a creative endeavor, you are constantly creating and recreating yourself. Believe that you can and you will.
Affirm “Life flows through me endlessly.”
Love and light!

Quotable Quotes...

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 21:40:00 +0000

1. "Lahat naman ng tao sumeseryoso pagtinamaan ng pagmamahal. Yun nga lang,hindi lahat matibay para sa temptasyon."

2. "Gamitin ang puso para alagaan ang taong malapit sayo. Gamitin ang utakpara alagaan ang sarili mo."

3. "Huwag mong bitawan ang bagay na hindi mo kayang makitang hawakan ng iba."

4. "Huwag mong hawakan kung alam mong bibitawan mo lang."

5. "Huwag na huwag ka hahawak kapag alam mong may hawak ka na."

6. "Parang elevator lang yan eh, bakit mo pagsisiksikan ung sarili mo kungwalang pwesto para sayo. Eh meron naman hagdan, ayaw mo lang pansinin."

7. "Kung maghihintay ka nang ng lalandi sayo, walang mangyayari sa buhaymo.. Dapat lumandi ka din."

8. "Pag may mahal ka at ayaw sayo, hayaan mo. Malay mo sa mga susunod naaraw ayaw mo na din sa kanya, naunahan ka lang."

9. "Hiwalayan na kung di ka na masaya. Walang gamot sa tanga kundipagkukusa."

10. "Pag hindi ka mahal ng mahal mo wag ka magreklamo. Kasi may mga tao rinna di mo mahal pero mahal ka. Kaya quits lang."

11. "Bakit ba ayaw matulog ng mga bata sa tanghali? alam ba nilang pagnatuto silang umibig e hindi na sila makakatulog kahit gusto nila?

12. "Hindi lungkot o takot ang mahirap sa pag-iisa kundi ang pagtanggap nasa bilyon-bilyong tao sa mundo, wala man lang nakipaglaban upang makasamaka."

13. "Kung nagmahal ka ng taong di dapat at nasaktan ka, wag mong sisihin angpuso mo. Tumitibok lng yan para mag-supply ng dugo sa katawan mo. Ngayon,kung magaling ka sa anatomy at ang sisisihin mo naman ay ang hypothalamus mona kumokontrol ng emotions mo, mali ka pa rin! Bakit? Utang na loob! Wagmong isisi sa body organs mo ang mga sama ng loob mo sa buhay! Tandaan mo:magiging masaya ka lang kung matututo kang tanggapin na hindi ang puso,utak, atay o bituka mo ang may kasalanan sa lahat ng nangyari sayo, kundiIKAW mismo!"

14. "nalaman kong hindi final exam ang passing rate ng buhay. hindi itomultiple choice, identification, true or false, enumeration or fill-in-the-blanks na sinasagutan kundi essay na isinusulat araw-araw. Huhusgahan itohindi base sa kung tama o mali ang sagot, kundi base sa kung may kabuluhanang mga isinulat o wala. Allowed ang erasures."

15. "Wag magmadali sa pag-aasawa. Tatlo, lima, sampung taon sa hinaharap,mag-iiba pa ang pamantayan mo at maiisip mong di pala tamang pumili ngkapareha dahil lang sa kaboses niya si Debbie Gibson o magalingmag-breakdance. Totoong mas importante ang kalooban ng tao higit anuman. Sapaglipas ng panahon, maging ang mga crush ng bayan sa eskwelahan enagmumukha ring pandesal. Maniwala ka."

16. "ayokong nasasanay sa mga bagay na pwede namang wala sa buhay ko "

17. "hinahanap mo nga ba ako o ang kawalan ko?"

18. "hindi dahil sa hindi mo naiintindihan ang isang bagay aykasinungalingan na ito. at hindi lahat ng kaya mong intindihin aykatotohanan. "

19. "Kumain ka na ng siopao na may palamang pusa o maglakad sa bubog nangnakayapak, pero wag na wag kang susubok mag-drugs. Kung hindi mo kayangumiwas, humingi ka ng tulong sa mga magulang mo dahil alam nila kung saanang mga murang supplier at hindi ka nila iisahan."

20. "Mag-aral maigi. Kung titigil ka sa pag-aaral, manghihinayang kapagtanda mo dahil hindi mo naranasan ang kakaibang ligayang dulot ng mgaaraw na walang pasok o suspendido ang klase o absent ang teacher. (Haaay,sarap!)."

21. "Mangarap ka at abutin mo. Wag mong sisihin ang sira mong pamilya,palpak mong syota, pilay mong tuta, o mga lumilipad na ipis. Kung maypagkukulang sa'yo mga magulang mo, pwde kang manisi at maging rebelde.Tumigil ka sa pag-aaral, mag-asawa ka, mag-drugs ka, magpakulay ka ng buhoksa kili-kili. Sa banding huli, ikaw din ang biktima. Rebeldeng walangnapatunayan at bait sa sarili."

Why You Must Hire a Filipino Virtual Assistant

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:57:00 +0000

Virtual Assistants are getting more and more in demand nowadays and the demand is coming from different industry or businesses. In the Philippines, Ive known a lot of freelancers who are now offering a the service of being a virtual assistant. By hiring an online assistant, you can increase your manpower without paying a full time employee. According to an online forum, Filipino Virtual Assistants are the most effective since they are English speaking and they can easily understand their clients requirements.

In compare to a full time employee, a virtual assistant is more efficient and yet less expensive and can definitely provide you with full support depending on your requirement. Generally, all Filipino virtual assistants are computer literate and most of them has a college degree. They are also known for being reliable, hardworking and trust worthy.

Virtual Assistants are paid based on hours rendered and they are not entitled for any benefits like hospitalization and Holiday incentives. You can also save on utility bill and office equipments since they are using their own computer in their home office. If you are just starting your business and you cant afford to hire a full time employee, consider hiring a virtual assistant and see the difference.

All types of businesses can benefit by hiring an online assistant since a virtual assistant can do a lot of the tasks that are usually done by a full time office employee. Hiring a Filipino Virtual Assistant is tax free and you are only charged for the actual hours spent for the task given although arrangements may different from one VA to another.

Several Do’s and Don’ts for Starting a Virtual Assisting Business

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:53:00 +0000

Virtual Assistants (VAs) are highly skilled professionals who provide administrative support and specialized services to businesses, entrepreneurs, executives, and others who have more work to do than time to do it. Examples of services a VA can do include web design and maintenance, word processing, meeting and event planning, desktop publishing, internet research, e-mail coordination, business start-up consultations and so much more. This can be the perfect work-at-home opportunity for many with good computer and Internet skills. Following are several Do’s and Don’ts to keep in mind for starting and operating your Virtual Assisting business.

DO -- Decide on a targeted market and initially focus your marketing efforts in that area. By developing a “niche” in your field, your reputation spreads quickly and soon you become a recognized expert. Several specialties include: medical, legal or business transcription, resume consulting, transaction coordination -- real estate industry, desktop publishing, manuscript preparing, academic typing, e-mail support, internet research, etc.

DO -- Be creative about where you can find business. The Internet offers a large variety of potential for clients just waiting for you to contact them. Actively network and don’t limit your marketing to simply placing a few ads in newspapers or the Yellow Pages. You want to find where there might be a need—and go fill it!

DO -- Write a complete business plan and marketing plan. Too many leave out this vital step and waste valuable time unorganized and without a clear-cut goal and direction for their business. When starting a business you will have tons of ideas floating around. You need to materialize all these and put them into a workable plan of action.

DO -- Develop a website that looks sensational! Your website is often the first connection a potential client has with your services. It must immediately let them know that they are dealing with a professional. Your site must then have the POWER to draw them to you and contact you. Let them see that you value quality by the look and feel of it. Additional tips include letting them know what services you offer and why you are qualified to offer those services by mentioning your experience and education. Be sure to include points on why you stand out among the rest and are the BEST! For example, if you have been featured in articles, radio shows, etc., have them listed with the dates. (See my example on www.virtualwordpublishing.com)

DO -- Learn everything you can about starting a business. Knowledge is power and the more you know, the greater your chances for success. Look to online services and message boards and chats to talk with other Virtual Assistants operating a business. Remember these are often run by pros who have been in business for years and are willing to share their experience. For example, I mentor and manage virtual assisting boards on HBWM.com, Bizymoms.com, Momspreneursonline.com and VAnetworking.com. With 20 year’s experience, I often know what works and what doesn’t in starting a business and staying successful, so my experience can prove beneficial.

DO -- Join associations that are targeted for our Industry. A few of the more popular ones are IAVOA.com and IVAA.com, but there are many others. By connecting with these associations and being active, you learn from them what works and what doesn’t and you are able to post your questions to associate members via list serves often getting answers to your questions within minutes.

DO -- Read, read, read. By frequently continuing to increase your skills and your knowledge of your profession, the end result is a more confident satisfied you. Every tip you get from a book can be a new tool in your business. I recommend highlighting areas from several books and adding them to your library. Keep in mind that you might not use that idea today, but it might apply to specialties you might add down the road.

DO -- Enjoy!! There’s no greater feeling than landing that first client or finishing your first big project. Plus, wait until you get the opportunity to tell someone you own and operate your own virtual assisting business. It sure beats I’m a secretary at .... Plus, when you enjoy your business it shows. Your clients will sense your positive attitude and want to be a part of your team.

DON'T – Under price your services. The average virtual assistant today makes $25 to $70 an hour, depending on their skills, services offered, location, and years of experience. Don’t make the mistake of assuming if you charge the lowest prices, you’ll get the most work. You won’t. Instead, you’ll end up working outrageous hours for peanuts! Clients will pay more for professional services. When a potential client discovers you’re charging a lower rate than standard, they often feel they will receive a quality of services that is also lower.

DON'T -- Overextend yourself. One of the common mistakes many virtual assistants make is to accept too much work and then not be able to accurately complete it. Learn to say no or have a back-up helper who can assist you with any overflow work. Remember one of the most important ingredients for success is keeping your clients satisfied. If you overextend yourself and make a lot of errors, it will jeopardize your business.

DON'T -- Get discouraged. It takes time to get a business going. Plan ahead and have money saved in reserve. Don’t buy items until you have found the best possible price and there is an absolute need. This advance planning takes the pressure off of having to make money NOW. If things are slow and the phone just isn’t ringing ... MAKE IT RING!! There’s plenty of work out there, you just need to aggressively pursue it.

Finally, the most important ingredient for success is your belief in yourself. If you believe that with your skills and experience, you can own your own business, then there’s nothing stopping you. DREAMS DO COME TRUE. SOMETIMES YOU JUST NEED TO MAKE THEM HAPPEN.

Virtual Assistants - one for all and all for one!

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:49:00 +0000

If you're just starting out as a virtual assistant/ virtual PA or considering becoming one, then get ready for information overload. Seriously, there is a lot to take in but don't worry, you'll get there. It's fantastic learning new things on a daily basis whereas before, back in the real world, your brain was becoming stagnant. People would ask you questions and you would respond as if on auto pilot. That's no way to live! As a new virtual secretary you will become a new person, totally alive with all senses operating at peak performance. Try to keep it under control otherwise you'll burn out. If this happens, step away from the computer! For at least one day anyway.

The first thing you'll need in order to succeed is belief in yourself. I think it also helps to have supportive people around you. If you don't have this at home then seek out a virtual assistant forum. Definitely do this even if you do have a great support network at home. What you learn from other virtual assistants will be invaluable in the early stages of setting up your business.

Early on I came across a very helpful bunch at the Yahoo! Group - VAIG - Virtual Assistants International Group. From there I found other similar groups and resources to help me start my business. I'm happy with this group because they are on my time zone. They are also extremely friendly and helpful, especially to new virtual assistants who are so inquisitive. The group is open to any virtual assistants or aspiring virtual assistants from anywhere in the world but you may find one in your time zone where you feel immediately at home.

One of the most popular virtual assistant networks in Australia is A Clayton's Secretary. They have all of the resources you'll need to set up and get started. Because I'm a member here I'm able to access the job leads board which is a source of new jobs and clients. The great thing about this is that if one virtual assistant has too much work she can outsource it to another virtual assistant. I have picked up a lot of work this way and it was the perfect stepping stone to my own clients.

The virtual assistant industry is definitely one where you will receive help from your so called "competitors". Other virtual assistants are happy to share their experiences, be they good or bad, for you to learn from. Also, they'll become your "work colleagues" in a way, as you share the ups and downs of your work day with them.

If you're still in two minds about whether the life of a virtual assistant is right for you, then I encourage you to do your research and ask other virtual assistants their stories.

Good luck!

40 Unusual Websites you should Bookmark

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:43:00 +0000

If you’re a long time makeuseof reader, at one point or another you may have seen several of these websites before. We have covered lots of lists and round-ups but this one is quite different: it lists undiscovered webservices that are original, rather unique, unusual, useful, free, and must-be bookmarked type. You won’t find any collaboration, storage or ToDo service here. Enjoy!

1. BugMeNot - instantly get disposable login details for any popular website that forces you to register.

2. DailyLit - read your favorite books by email (on your PC, mobile, etc.).

3. FranceRadio - neat MP3 Search Engine that lets you Find, Play and Download favorite MP3s for FREE.

4. Google SMS - provides mobile users with a quick access (via SMS) to a wide range of practical information and tools (i.e. business listings (pizzerias, shops, etc.), weather, movie listings, driving directions, currency converter and lots more.

5. Podlinez - listen to your favorite podcasts from any phone. Just enter the RSS feed URL for the desired podcast and get a free-toll number to access it from a phone.

6. RetailMeNot - locate fresh discount coupons for thousands of web merchants and services right from your browser toolbar. Video demo.

7. SoLow - on a daily basis SoLow auctions 4 different items (iPhones, HD Screens, etc.). Anyone with a mobile/PC can participate in the auctions by placing their bids via text-messaging. The user with the lowest unique bid wins the auction.

8. TeleFlip - auto-forward your emails to your cellphone as text messages. Video demo.

9. UrbanDictionary - hilarious (and practical) 100% user-maintained dictionary where users provide and vote on definitions for urban words (slangs).

10. Yak4Ever - make free international calls from US, UK and Ireland to 50+ countries.

=== Mobile - related ===

11. Bitbom - schedule free text message reminders to your phone. Schedule online or using mobile. (Similar PingMe.)

12. Flurry - follow up on your emails (send, receive) and receive latest articles from favorite blogs/websites on your mobile.

13. Foonz - place group calls and send messages to multiple people for free (from your mobile or any other phone).

14. GameJump - lots of free games for mobile phones.

15. GrandCentral - single phone number for all your phones and a web-based centralized voicemail system. (Similar: YouMail, GotVoice)

16. IQzone - post your classified ad to a number of online and print classified networks directly from your mobile.

17. Jott - simple and convenient service for leaving yourself notes and ToDo reminders using your mobile.

18. Mosio - text any question from your mobile phone and shortly receive up-to 4 answers.

19. mShopper - instantly check up on the bargain deals for any product (or even order) right from your mobile phone. Video demo.

20. NoPhoneTrees - simple phone directory that lists direct human access numbers to support employees in hundreds of companies.

21. Nutsie - takes a copy of your iTunes library file and creates an online copy of your library. Access this library from PC or mobile phone.

22. Google SendToPhone - forward anything you find on the web (maps, address, text, etc.) to any mobile phone for free (US only).

23. Qipit - take quick document pictures and turn them into properly formatted PDFs. Save online, email, or fax documents right from mobile.

24. Soonr - handy application that lets you access your PC remotely using your mobile or any other PC (work, school, etc.). Video demo.

25. TelePixie - quickly schedule and receive daily (or one time) wake up phone calls, reminders, weather forecast calls, jokes, and more.

26. TellMe - free local directory service for business listings (Car Repair Shops, Pizzerias, Restaurants, etc.), maps, and directions.

27. PhoneZoo - convert your MP3s to custom-length ringtones and forward them to your phone. Plus 1000s of free ringtones from other users.

=== Other ===

28. BossBitching - fun and active community where people can bit*h about their bosses anonymously.

29. eSnailer - send free postal mail letters (to anywhere in the US) right from the desktop. From Canada? Check out EasyPost.

30. Yapta - get a refund (or credit) from the airlines on a purchased ticket in case its price drops.

31. ListenToaMovie - lets you ‘listen to a movie’, i.e. stream the audio part of various movies and some TV-shows.

32. OpenDNS - provides a safer, faster, smarter and more reliable way to navigate the Internet. More details + video demo.

33. PodioBooks - search, subscribe and browse through a variety of totally free audio books (100% legal).

34. PriceProtectr - tracks the price of items you bought online and notifies in case of price-drops, so you can request a refund.

35. RateMyDrawings - excellent place to draw, share your drawing creations, learn to draw, and watch other people drawing. Video demo

36. SwitchPlanet - cool and active marketplace where you can switch (or trade) used DVDs, CDs, Video Games and Books. Video demos.

37. Scribd- search, browse, rate, share various types of documents (jokes, facts, stories etc.). It’s like Youtube for text documents.

38. ViaTalk - make up-to 10 minutes long free phone calls to anywhere in the US and Canada. You don’t even need to sign-up.

39. VideoSift - popular Digg-like voting community for user-submitted videos.

40. Wordie - make lists of words (words you love, words you hate, or whatever) and share them with others.

How to be a Successfull Freelancer?

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 01:46:00 +0000

Working at home can really be a slice of heaven. No more office angst, rush hour traffic, required business attire or limited vacation and sick days. But being a successful freelancer requires discipline, commitment and a proactive nature to ensure that your business thrives.

As a freelance worker, you don’t have a boss – you have many bosses. The people who employ you to do a job for them are all your bosses and must be treated with the same respect as any other boss. This means getting projects done on time and showing up to work each day, even if it is the comfort of your own home.

Freelancers learn to prioritize. Make a list each day of what needs to get done and do them in the order of importance. It may mean returning someone’s call first and then starting on that newsletter second. Meeting deadlines is crucial in the freelance world, so organization is key.

Divide your day into sections. Use the first third of your day to work on current projects, the second third for marketing your business through advertising, newsletters and other means, and the last third on networking, which includes making contacts with new potential employers.

Consider searching for new employers and job opportunities in craigslist/manila as well as bestjobs.ph. That's where I got my Luck! Good Luck to us, may we succeed!!!

I know you have doubts about this marriage...

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 01:58:00 +0000

"I want you to be sure of your feelings, so I think we should stop seeing each other for a while to help us figure things out..."

I wouldn't get married until we straighten out the situation. Remember the way things are now is the way they will be when we get married. It's only going to get worse. I honestly don't feel comfortable with this marriage until you fix the emotional problems we 2 are having...

Sleep Deprived

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 09:00:00 +0000

"Its 5 in the afternoon and i still haven't slept yet. My body is so weak but my mind is still running and active. "

Sleep is not the simple thing it appears to be. Most of us think that sleep is simply restorative: we go about our day, become tired and then fall asleep at night, during which we recover our energies for the coming day, similar to a battery being recharged.

In fact, sleep is far more complex. Sleep is regulated by two different systems -- the circadian (24-hour) system and the sleep-wake system -- which, together, determine alertness, performance and the timing of sleep.

I better get some sleep now, i want to meet God but as of the moment I still want to be busy here on earth. Geez, i better take care of myself. Talk to you later bloggy!

This will be a Blue Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:44:00 +0000

FOR MOST PEOPLE, Christmas is a joyous time of year. Because this is the time when extended families get together to celebrate, exchange gifts, and eat way more food and just be happy.

But for me, the nearly awaited Christmas season puts the sad feelings inside my lungs, its hard to breath while thinking about the Noche Buena and the exchange of gifts..This will no longer happen--more to be endured than enjoyed. It brings me painful memories of a happy childhood then at the blink of my eye went unimaginable, death of my Dad, misfortunate events in my life, a big war against me and my mom..well its really overwhelming. All of the surroundings just seem to glitter and the happiness of the people excited for this season is just mearly intensifying those memories

Manila Mom: Learning to Earn Global Online from the Philippines: Streamlining for the New Year

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:50:00 +0000

Manila Mom: Learning to Earn Global Online from the Philippines: Streamlining for the New Year: "Of course, not all my blogs earn the same way. In fact, this blog is not even earning its keep. Only a few are self-sufficient and show promise of being consistent producers. These are the informational blogs."

Thursday Afternoon

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:32:00 +0000

We just came home from the municipal hall of rizal to get my Police Clearance and Postal Id for my EON Card application. They told us to come back tomorrow for the release of my Police Clearance. Me and my hubby decided not to get a postal ID for some reasons, we said " bahala na, Yung Police Clearance nlng muna..." We are now running low in cash that is why we need to save. Sabi ng hubby ko, tiis tiis lang muna till magkapera n kami. Its not that far from our payday naman na..so all is well. On our way home i felt so sad kasi i dont want to go home yet, i still want to stay outdoors. Naisip ko, ok na din...wala n nga kaming extra money for "gala"...uwi nalang kami...

At home, im somehow refreshed, its really nice to walk in the rain specially when your down.
We played with our baby PaoPao...hes a baby golden labrador, 2 months old. We bought PaoPao the day after Chopper died...my hubby's dog. It feels good to know na ok na ulit ang hubby ko after Chopper's death, its been a month naman na and now hindi na masyadong malungkot pag naaalala namin si Chopper...May PaoPao na kasi kami, bunso namin..hehe.
Now im thinking, masaya parin naman pala ako... andyan si Choy, at si PaoPao. At least im not alone, pinapasaya kasi nila ako...

I Love My Boyfriend...

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:09:00 +0000

its crazy how you can go for so many years in life thinking you are happy and then one day you meet somebody amazing. and then you find yourself the real happy. laughing all of the time, giddy like none other, allowing yourself to be as silly as you want. in those moments, when you find yourself staring at this man who makes you feel all of these things, and you just think " how could i have ever thought myself happy until now" and i doubted myself at first. maybe i was just being a stupid girl, but no. Ive been in that situation before and all of those times in the back of my head i was telling myself to stop. but this time, with my spiderman (heehee), the back of my mind is just telling me to let my fears go and just fall. ive never been treated this well, nor had somebody just stare at me and smile. ive never had a guy give me back all of the feelings that i was putting into the relationship. but my spiderman has no shame in showing me how he feels. i cant stop smiling when im with him, no i even when im not with him im smiling just because im thinkin about him. i am the luckiest...

-his MaryJane Watson

I miss my Family..

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:24:00 +0000

i always pray to the lord when i need help or when im afraid. i would cry in tears and wish that everything happening was just a dream. all my life, not one single time when i feel im the most happiest girl on earth. its just like everyday was a nightmare or hell to me. My sister is someone who wants everything her own way and she thinks that she is perfect and she can have all of us follow her lead because she is supporting our needs... My mom doesnt understand what I feel, whenever i tell her that i am left out and misunderstood she will not care and think that im stupid. She sees me as a pain in the neck and i should follow my sisters footsteps and be a good daughter... I want to prove her tha I am a good daughter and I love her so much, but she just dont give importance to what I do and everything i say, whenever I am at home from work,we would just always argue or fight or fight about small things. i cry and cry till my heart stops... i swear everything is falling apart...I just wish that everything turns out right soon. I love my family. SO MUCH> I wish tonight my mom dreams of me, i wish that she see me in her dreams crying for her love and understanding. I know that everyone needs money and our family is in a financial crisis now. My sister is the only one who supports us at the moment and it brings her so much pressure because she is a single mom for her two sons and at the same time she sends money to my mom... I want to help her someday, hopefully by the 15th of this month i can have my first salary from working as a Virtual Assistant so that I can pay off some of my debts to my sister and I can provide my mom some of her needs...

eBay!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:24:00 +0000

i lOVE eBay!!! I love my job at eBay..love my customers so much. :)

Who am i? Its The Little Things that matter most to me...

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:49:00 +0000

Breakfast in bed? An incognito text message? Nobody knows better than me that it's the little things that matter. I'm down to earth and reserved, romance works best for me when it's not dressed up like a big stereotype. I'm pretty sure that i am one of the last people on earth to propose in skywriting! After all, I think that things are best done with a little discretion and common sense, in love and out.

For me JLo explained it best when she sang, "My love don't cost a thing." So true! It's the little things in life that show just how important I am to the ones who love me.

I believe that...

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:35:00 +0000

Nothing happens by chance or means of good luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness and sheer stupidity all occurs to test the limits of your soul. Without these small tests, life would be like a smoothly paved road, straight flat road to no where. Safe and comfortable but dull and utterly pointless. The people you meet effect your life. The successes and downfalls that you experience can create who you are, and the bad experience can be learned from. In fact, they are probably the most poignant and important ones. If someone hurts you, betrays you, or breaks your heart, forgive them because they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to whom you open your heart to. If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you but because they are teaching you to love and open your heart and eyes to little things. Make everyday count. Appreciate every moment and take from it everything you possibly can, for you may never be able to experience it again. Talk to people you have never talked to before and actually listen. Let yourself fall in love, break free and set your sights high, hold your head up because you have every right to. Tell yourself you are a great individual and believe in yourself, for if you don`t, no one ever will..

How To Know When It's Over

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:12:00 +0000

There are few things in life that are harder on a person than the time when they realize that the love they have worked so hard at, and spent so much time on, is finally over. For some, this realization is a complete shock and for others, they have seen the writing on the wall for some time now. Breakup signs are often very difficult to spot, primarily because the people involved often do not want to admit that the relationship has failed. And unless something comes along and hits them in the face, telling them it's over; the natural tendency is to try to work through the problems. This happens more so when the couple have been together for a while. The question that remains, therefore, is at what point do you really know that it's over? First lets start with the glaring signs that the relationship is over:

1. You catch your partner in the act of having an unforgivable affair.
2. Your partner uses physical violence against you.
3. You argue non-stop about everything. You can't agree on anything.

The above are obvious, any of the three things occurring above,

ESPECIALLY NUMBER TWO,

are sure signs that the relationship is coming to an, often abrupt, end.
There are however some other signs to look out for. Sometimes it is necessary to accept the painful fact that the relationship you are in is just not good for you.

While I am usually the staunchest advocate for the "you can make it through anything as long as you have love" club, even I have to admit that there are situations where one or both of the partners are just better off apart.

The most common instance of this is when one partner is INTENTIONALLY holding the other partner back.

When two people have separate dreams and goals, friction can occur, especially if neither of them are willing to compromise. In some instances, however, jealousy leads one of the partner's to be excessively controlling of the other. In these situations, if they are

UNRESOLVABLE,

it is better to leave than stay.

Other reasons to leave include:
1. You realize that you don't love your partner.
2. You find yourself thinking more and more about how good single life was.
3. You realize that your partner doesn't love you, but is with you because they don't want to hurt you.
4. You have no common interests or goals.
5. You find that you cannot stand their annoying little habits, and they won't change.
6. You find it impossible to be yourself around your partner.
7. Your partner cuts you down, makes you feel bad about yourself, and constantly devalues your goals and ideas.

Under no circumstances should anyone stay in a relationship that is bad for them, just because they feel that being in a relationship, even a bad one, is better than being alone.

i love these lines

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 14:59:00 +0000

"They say there's always someone in a relationship who loves more. Oh God I wish it wasn't me."

A Quote from Sam's diary in the movie IF ONLY..i watched it again today for the 12th time. (still gives me the tears)

"Love is always patient and kind. It is never jealous. Love is never boastful or conceited. It is never rude or selfish. It does not take offense and is not resentful. Love takes no pleasure in other people's sins but delights in the truth. It is always ready to excuse, to trust, to hope, and to endure whatever comes. There are three things that last faith, hope and love, and love is the greatest of these."

Jamie Sullivan - A walk to remember

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noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Tue, 27 May 2008 00:11:00 +0000

I have a lot of goals to accomplish today kso idont know how to start and which one to do first. god help mee... ok here, meron nmn akong plan khit papano. ill take a bath, get dressed, puntahan ko n c ney and then punta n kme kay kuya popo to get the money and then derecho n kmi sa school para isettle ung kelangan. haay nku goodluck sakin!

Im Back!

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Mon, 26 May 2008 15:33:00 +0000

hey well well well, im here once again. I wasnt able to write for a few weeks...ive been busy kase eh. And plus, i am dealing with a lot of problems ryt now. All of which was the outcome of loving too much for those who are not worth the attention. LOL. forget it. Basta, i know for sure na this time im doing this right na. My studies, my love life and my relationship with my family...i desperately want to make this go smoothly and in balance na this time.

im looking for a home based job now para naman hnd nko gumastos p sa pamasahe atska para mabalance ko din yung time ko sa bahay at sa work and may time pko magrelax while on shift. Hopefully makakita ako agad ng opportunity. God Speed to me!!!

On The Side of Me

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sat, 10 May 2008 02:43:00 +0000

I’ve been hearing this really nice song on the radio. It’s the kind of music which makes me want to look at the sky and watch the stars or close my eyes and remember beautiful memories.

Anyway, here’s the lyrics:

‘On The Side of Me’
By Corrinne May

I’m not the easiest person to love
I’m often the one who lets things go

unresolved

Yet you choose to be
on the side of me
on the side of me
Yet you choose to be on the side of me
on the side of me

I’m not too proud of some things
I’ve done in my life
The skeletons in my closet
Are too big for me to hide

Yet you choose to be
on the side of me
on the side of me
Blessed Charity
You’re on the side of me
on the side of me

Everyone needs a friend to hold
when it’s cold outside
and there’s no place to go
Everyone needs a friend to hold
all alone I cried
there was no place to go
I remember when nobody cared
but you

I’m not the easiest person to love
But you, you’ve opened your heart to show

me what I’m worth

‘Cause you choose to be
on the side of me
on the side of me
What a mystery
You’re on the side of me
on the side of me

Everyone needs a friend to hold
when it’s cold outside
and there’s no place to go
Everyone needs a friend to hold
all alone I cried
there was no place to go

I remember when nobody cared
Nobody cared
But you…

Yeah you choose to be
on the side of me
on the side of me

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noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 15:46:00 +0000

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Darn... i feel so stupid.

noreply@blogger.com (Maria Angela P. Enriquez) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 03:28:00 +0000

Its so wrong, naiinis ako. Yesterday nagswimming ako kasama ang family ng boyfriend ko. Then later that day nainjury sya sa pool, ung shoulder nya nasubsob nung nglalaro sila ng brothers nya. Kaya ayun, masakit ngayon yung shoulder nya, namamaga pa. Being a nursing student for almost 2 years syempre may alam naman ako kahit papano sa mga remedies pantanggal ng maga at inflammation. I told him to apply a cold pack dun sa shoulder nya. 20 minutes na i-massage nya sa shoulder nya yung ice pack, not more than 20 minutes. Tapos after 2 hours or 3 hours ulitin nya yun, para mawala yung pagkamaga. I mean, effective talaga yun kahit isearch nyo pa sa net, eh nagdouble check p nga ako kung tama yung ipapagawa ko sa kanya para naman hindi sya mapasama pa lalo sa ituturo ko. Well, i was right tama naman yung ice compress, kaya i was confident na sabihin sa kanya yun. Then he texted me back, sabi nya "Ney, sabi sakin ni kuya Popo ( his older brother ) wag daw, malalamigan daw lalo mas mapapasama daw pag nilagyan ko ng y elo. Salonpas nalang daw, kung yelo daw dapat kagabi pa eh masyado na daw late kung ngayon ko pa lalagyan." I was like, ah ok... nakakabadtrip! pero i insisted, nagtext ako. I told him " no, ney its ok. Within 48 hours naman pwede pa yan. mawawala pagkamaga. Ung salonpas ok din kaso temporary yun tapos bibili ka pa eh pwede naman ice."
he texted back, " bibili ako mamaya ng salonpas ney, i love you" i said to myself, ok.. shut up angela. Its just so nakakainis, i am so eager to tell him what i know pa naman and para mawala yung sakit na nararamdaman nya pero hindi nya pinakinggan. Stupid of me! ayun i remained calm nung magkausap kami sa phone. Hindi ko na pinagpilitan na gawin nya yung sinabi ko at paniwalaan nya na tama yun. After a few minutes, sabi p nya. " ney, may mali daw dun sa resume na ginawa mo para kay ryan." Duh, ako n nga yung gumawa nagrereklamo pa sila. haay naku i dont wanna be bad. pero sana naappreciate nila kung may problema sana matuto syang gumawa ng paraan para maayos yun, wag na iasa pa sakin. ( to his brother! ) i said nalang sige aayusin ko. Then i told my boyfriend may gagawin ako, (coldly) afterwards i texted him. Maglunch ka na ney, love you.

I typed agad here what i feel...sobrang badtrip ako.. grabe!