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December 31st, 2011 at 9:59PM

From 2011 to 2012!

I have been planning of blogging several months ago about my year 2011. A year that for me was the most unforgettable in my entire existence. Challenges, problems, hardships and difficulties of all kind.. I have experienced all of it for the past 365 days! And by God’s unending grace, I surpassed them all. There was absolutely no complaints, regrets nor grudges because I know that God has perfectly designed this year for me to learn, to appreciate, to grow and to become a better person. :)

So, as this year ends, I will take a look back on the highlights of the 12-months of my 2011. (Thank you very much to my planner and some of my Facebook & Twitter updates!) Lol.

JANUARY

Year-starter: San Lazaro Hospital duty with the best group ever, E20 (But no Faye, Jac and Rhazel) :(
Decided to organize my life, so I bought my amazing and awesome planner :)
Been a part of a patient’s life whose surname is the same as mine.
JCGP’s 18th year Anniversary
Truly, madly, deeply in love with someone.

FEBRUARY

Ended my 11-month relationship with that someone.
Early stages of grief.
Made a new Facebook account.
UERM Sportsfest 2011
Half of the month: Daily dose of Endorphins from Bianca & Idol :)
Pangasinan with Bubbles (Very last time to see my dearest Lolo)
Baguio Escapade with Bubbles, Marie & Miss Divine :)

MARCH

Daily dose of Endorphins from Bianca & Idol :)
Reunited with my soul sister, Ate Beanne
Dampa dinner with Bianca, Idol, Marie and Peds..humabol lang si Bula :)
Been a part of Youth Unite… Praise God!
God gave me the opportunity to serve Him through the Youth Ministry!
PlanetShakers Concert @ Ultra with Ate Karen, Nina, Angelo and Justin.
A patient very close to my heart, died. :(
Complicated love life.
Showtime Summer Special with Ate Jensen & her friends

APRIL

Found out that my ex-boyfriend will marry her new (ex) girlfriend. (I cried a river, honestly)
JCGP Sportsfest
Found a new big brother named Chiz :)
Met a new friend through Ate Sam.
Holy Thursday picture taking with Marie at her place.
1st time to attend a Youth Interfellowship :)
Showtime Part 2 with Jac, Justine & Rhazel!
Shalom duty with Marie, Bryan & Faye.
got my new phone, BB Curve 8520 from Tita Jhing :)

MAY

Decided to lose weight so I went on jogging and Aerobics every night with Bianca (and Idol and Bubbles) and Badminton with Dondon
Spent my Tuesdays & Thursdays accompanying my cousin at Ateneo for his soccer training.
Found a special sister named Ate Love :)
NCMH duty (Last duty together) with the best group ever, E20! <3
Dampa dinner with E20 except for Anica and Lyka.
Lead a cell group :)
Interchurch Sportsfest
Reunited with Shalom people :)
God has tested my faith in terms of people and ministry.

JUNE

Start of being a Senior! Yay! <3 :)
Funny passport application experience with Bubbles & her family :)
Water Baptism!!!!
McKinley Hill gala with Ayie and Miss Divine
Watched ‘Forever & a Day’ with ze gfs plus Idol (Muntik na ma-stranded)
Child House duty with my new groupmates, B7 :)

JULY

Geria Nursing Elective RLE @ Hospicio de San Jose every Friday & Saturday of the month
Eco Park with siblings, cousins and nephews and in-laws
Planned a youth activity entitled, ‘GO DEEPER!’
Found a new family through Agape Nursing :)
Found a daughter named Dawn :)
My ever dearest, Tatang, died :(

AUGUST

Reunited with E20
Met Bubbles’ pretty and sexy mom :)
Experienced how it feels like to be in an emergency team.
First ever bonding with Ate Love @ Prayer Mountain and Wawa Falls :)
Spiritual refreshment!

SEPTEMBER

Welcomed September with full tummies @ Banapple with Idol, Bianca, Peds & Bubbles
Had my first ever surgery with my dentist :(
Orals review and Friday Habit with Bianca, Idol, Peds & Bubbles :)
First time to host an event with a population of 400. Youth Convergence Rockssss!!! :)

OCTOBER

I turned 20. Huhu Haha!
Busiest month evah! Exams, quizzes, requirements, research defense, etc.
Birthday dinner @ Burgoo with Ate Karen, Angelo, Justin and Nina
Went to Cribs with Dawn :)
ORAL REVALIDA… Success!
Saw my girl crush… SHAMCEY SUPSUP!!!! <3 <3 <3
Spent our money away @ Bellini’s Cubao Expo (One More Chance venue) with Idol, Bianca & Bubbles :)
JCGP Youth Ministry Sportsfest

NOVEMBER

11.1.11 with siblings @ SM Marikina!
Most challenging challenge of 2011… Competency Appraisal 1 :(
11.11.11 with friends… Sky Lanterns @ Peds’ place :)
Praise God! Problem with CA1 solved!!!! :)
Run for Pasig River + Tagaytay Getaway with girls :)
Went to Saved Festival with Aaron & Jolly.. Tickets courtesy of Ptr. Ronnie of Youth Factor

DECEMBER

Reunited with Al Vidal (highschool friend & former churchmate) and Kuya Dhale (first ever mentor)
Got my second major heartbreak for this year </3 :(
Mama got sick :( Faith strenghtened!
Community duty at its worst!!!!
Christmas Get-together with E20 :)
Moonleaf!
Watched Segunda Mano with siblings plus soon-to-be sister-in-law on a Christmas night!
accompanied Tita Jane at St. Luke’s for two nights! Awesome :)

While I was reviewing these past events, I just smiled and said, “Ang dami na pala nangyari at nagbago.” Can’t deny the fact that I am still in awe ‘coz 2011 will soon bid goodbye and all we have to do is to say goodbye as well. However, all of the memoirs and learnings that 2011 will be leaving must be sealed always in our hearts and minds. All I can say is, Salamat po, Lord sa taon na ‘to! :) I am looking forward to better days, higher responsibilities and many opportunities as 2012 knocks.

Just to add up, I am really thankful for this year because God has given me the chance to tighten my relationship with my family, especially with my mom. I really believe that all mothers know the best! During my ups and downs, heartbreaks, school problems, and a lot more, she was there to give me advice, to be my hanky when I feel like crying (even though she’s presently away from us), to be my mentor, my spiritual adviser and most of all, to be my supporter and my protector when I am crashed down from a battle. Thank you Mama! I love you so much! :)

And to those who made my 2011 very bright and colorful, THANK YOU SO MUCH! Hoping you’ll be with my journey again as 2012 starts!!! Let’s start the year with a heart and a soul up for GOD! :)

HAPPY NEW YEAR :)

November 27th, 2011 at 2:03PM

I believe that everything happens for a reason. People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they’re right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together. — Marilyn Monroe (via quote-book)

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November 15th, 2011 at 9:29PM

spiritualinspiration:

“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” – Mark 16:15, NIV

Tips for sharing your faith online!

Pray – Pray – Pray – Submit your heart, time, and conversation to the Lord. Allow Him to power you up before you power on each day.

Focus on the agenda – Stay on mission. Know why you are here and Who you serve.

Listen carefully – There’s a lot of chatter, but among it are real people in real need of the Truth that can save them.

Understand there’s a person behind every post –Hurt people hurt. It’s no different online. Don’t judge or discriminate. Ask your Father to see the person behind the post through His eyes.

Seek common ground – Look for areas of common interest and use them as an open door to building a new relationship.

Engage directly – Speak directly to individuals online. Use a person’s name when you personally connect.

Cultivate trust – Show up with regular frequency. Be consistent reaching out and checking in on others.

Speak Truth – Set boundaries. Commit to share content that reflects the character of Christ and keeps you on His agenda.

Extend grace – Love right over the rough spots of those you minister to online. Give to others the same grace you’ve been given.

Lead well – Influence the thinking and development on others and keep pointing them to the heart of your Redeemer

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