Meet Jen - The Ultimate Survivor

Yellow is her favorite color

It denotes joy and delight

Yellow is Jen

Cheerful and full of life.

Chocolate is her weakness

A certified sweet tooth

Sugar is Jen

Her existence is a saccharine.

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Why We Should Forgive

We should forgive because it is not others who are hurting

The largest and most painful wound is deep within us.

We should forgive because it is not just for those who hurt us

Bur primarily for the healing of our own broken heart.

We should forgive not because they are right and we are wrong

It’s humility in its highest form.

We should forgive because we need to let go of the excruciating memories

Believe that abundance is coming our way.

We should forgive because the world needs peace

Isn’t that everyone’s ultimate wish?

We should forgive because that’s what God says

Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

We should forgive because when we forgive God jumps up and down

So delighted and cheerful on our precious gift.

Photo grabbed at thriceholy.net

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Simple Joys of a Woman

Love begins with a dubdub
Heart beating fast
Cheeks blushing red
Eyes shining gloriously
Face glowing even without make-up.

As days go by
Small secrets are being revealed
Little by little
Patience turns double up
Imperfections become fine.

One day the man kneels down
With hands shaking like a leaf
He breaks the big question
Without much thinking
You say YES, I will.

When the church bell rings
Everybody gets inside
To witness a solemn wedding
United by true love
A blessing from God above.

Under one roof
You talk, laugh and cry
In a king bed
You cuddle each other
In warm or cool nights

Later on you realize
You partner snores so loud
Your neighbors can hear it
Messy in the house
His things are all over.

It’s 11 o’clock in the evening
The door bell rings
Where have you been, honey?
You ask with a concern tone
Followed by “Do you want some coffee?”

The next day, you cook adobo
He says it’s good
You taste it with a spoon
You are sure he’s lying
But he gets some more.

Your first born suddenly screams
He leaves his laptop
Rushes towards his Junior
Put the baby on his lap
Hey, Daddy is here.

Behind the beige wall
You peek and stand in awe
Strike a big smile and whisper
There is improvement in humanity
Junior’s nose is better than Daddy.

Photo grabbed at inmagine.com

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There is Joy in Tears

When you came out of your mother’s womb
The entire Operating Room was filled
With your loud and seemingly unstoppable cry
But in the middle two creatures were rejoicing
One was lying on a single bed
And the other one was holding her hand.

When a happy couple suddenly splits
Both hearts are surely bawling in distress
But as time passes by
Inner healing takes place
Separation is meant and worth it
In finding your One True Love.

When a loved one with terminal disease dies
Sadness envelops your spirit from head to toe
Not even a hard tickle can stop you from weeping
At the back of your head however
You are relieved that the suffering has ended
Finally he can rest in peace.

When your burdens are too heavy
Sometimes you want to sit and shed tears
If you follow your heart’s desire
Out of the blue a friend comes in
Sits beside you and lends you his shoulder
And say “I’m just right here.”

When Jesus Christ died on the cross
Mary, his mother and Jesus’ disciples
Mourned underneath the cross
But the will of God, the Father
Was not to hurt Mary and the Apostles
But for the welfare of the entire humanity
And for us to know that God is a loving God.

"For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16
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Everything will be alright

Photo courtesy of coffeewithpat.org

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The Guy Who Stole My Place

You are usually oblivious
Or maybe you are not just listening.
Your mood changes in a split second
More extreme than those with PMS.
You seldom browse your books
Because you are so mindful of your farm.

Your favorite songs

Are not music to our ears.
You want to buy everything you crave for
Regardless if your wallet becomes zero balance.
You break all the rules when it comes to food
Despite the doctor's advice to have diet.

And last but not the least
You stole my place in the family

The throne I reigned for 12 years.
However everything I’ve mentioned above
Are just specks of who you really are
In your big sister’s eyes.

Big treasures are hidden

In the deepest part of your soul.
You are everybody’s playmate
On dull hours and boring nights.
You are the most affectionate
Specially when mommy needs it.

You are a genius in computer games

Always a winner in any race.
You don’t study your lesson
But you get 24/25 in Math.
You go to the store to buy ate load
Because ate hates the sun.
You like watching SpongeBob
Awakening the child in us.
You are a wonderful guy when you’re outside
No bad words can be thrown against you.
You bring great joy in the family
With just your mere presence
You are a blessing in this world
That's the truth.
And most importantly
You are my baby brother
And I’m proud of it.

Note: Photo taken when he was one year old.

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Tuesday Meet and Greet - May Holds a Gun

Household chores were at the least of her expertise.
Extra curricular activities didn’t excite her at all.
Being in a private 3rd class in CAT was a non-issue
But she is definitely a no non-sense
She is like the female counterpart of Herodotus
In the modern-day era
A genius in computer programming
She is now a successful expat
But the road to success was narrow and intricate
She had to do things she was not accustomed to
She had to endure a lonely life
Away from the people she loved so dearly
But instead of giving up
She turned her forlorn life
Into something beautiful
She clinged to her values and strengths
Patience, hardwork and perseverance
Were her armors during tough times
In the end victory smiled at her
She is now soaring high in the US Airforce
A lot of things have already changed
Nonetheless only one thing matter
She is simply my friend
With or without a title
With or without a gun in her hand
Black, brown or blonde hair
She is not May but Mumay
Forever and ever...

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Thank you, Tita Cory!

When your husband was killed in 1983
You grieved for your one and only beloved
Yet you remained strong amidst the sorrow
Almost three years after Ninoy’s death
With a braveheart you accepted a battle
As you stood in front of many Filipinos
You brought your biggest weapon
Your big faith in our Lord Almighty
You taught the people to fight
Without a gun but a rosary
In the end the power of prayers prevailed
A non-violent revolution toppled a dictator
And the Philippines gained democracy
Soon you became the nation’s head
Philippines’ first female president
And first woman president in Asia

I was only a little girl

When you seated in Malacañang
So young to really understand
The significance of People Power
And how difficult your role was
As a mother not only to your family
But to all people living in 7,107 islands
Now the nation is mourning over your death

Your countrymen speak only good words
Your kindness to all people
And faith for our country
You are indeed worthy of all praises
Indeed the “Mother of Democracy”
But your love for God
Is the most important of all
No doubt you are now in heaven.

Thank you, Tita Cory!

Rest in Peace

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My Gift, My Only Gift

We couldn’t believe the big day has passed by
Just yesterday Tropatits were just sitting in two rows
Pretending that we're listening to our profs
After class we chat, laugh and search for a hottie
Outside the campus the mission continues.

We were the craziest and naughtiest
But never underestimate us

Because our grades were usually on top
Perhaps that's the effect of the beautiful friendship

Strengthened by the storms we were able to conquer.

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Years passed so quickly
So different but still the same
Two of our friends just got married

We didn't expect it would be too soon
Nevertheless we all wish them well.

We are very happy for you, Elen and Berna
For picking a great guy
May God bless your marriage
With a bountiful life with your husband

And endless happiness with your children.

Thank you for all the good memories
And as time goes by new ones will form
But the strong bond shall never depart

Because in our hearts we truly value what we had
Best Wishes our dearest friends!


Elen and Rey & Berna and Frederick

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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Larawang Huwad

Araw ng presentasyon sa Marketing Management.
Tapos na ang lahat.

Naidikit na ang dapat idikit.

Naisaayos na ang mga wala sa ayos.

Nasuri na ang tibay ng bawat produkto.
Handang-handa nang umarangkada ang mga nilikha ng J3TAMMY.
Oras na lang ng paghuhukom ang hinihintay.

Pero ano ang ibig sabihin ng larawang ito?

Nagpapanggap?
Mga Impostor?
Ang sama sa tenga.
Iupgrade natin.

“THE EPITOME OF GREAT PRETENDERS”

Oh, say nyo?

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