They see more than we do
June 27, 2006A scar that won’t heal. An incomplete and worthless life. A despondent soul. A heavy baggage for other people to carry. A black curse that keeps on crushing families. A cause of disappointment to their parents.
This is how the world looks at the blind people. Very much inconsiderate. Unkind. Uncaring. Selfish.
Is it their fault to be such? Definitely no!
They are just victims. Victims who need our help. Victims who have suffered much. Victims who deserve a great deal of attention. Victims who need to be loved.
It’s never too late to make them feel good about their life. To comfort them. To make them feel that they are important. That they’re loved.
This one goes out to the group of blind people who performs every night at the Ayala Terminal in Makati City. You have been my source of inspiration ever since I worked in this busy city. Thanks for always putting a smile on my face.
Tracy Chapman rocks!
June 26, 2006I now dub myself as a Tracy Chapman fan! My top 3 list:
1. Fast Car
2. Talkin' About A Revolution
3. Subcity
Tracy, you really are a genius!
My sister’s wedding
June 25, 2006It was my sister's wedding this morning. It was held at Saint Ferdinand Cathedral in Lucena City. I wasn't part of the entourage but I still have to wear something decent. I was dressed in my usual business casual attire.
When we got to the church, I went straight to the front row seat. I was observing every person who attended the wedding. I got to meet my cousins whom I haven't seen for quite a long time. It was also a perfect time to meet my sister's friends, officemates and in-laws.
Then the music started playing. That marked the onset of the ceremony. I felt a little sad when I saw my sister marching down the aisle. I can't explain the feeling. I almost cried. It wasn't only once, but twice. But I was able to avoid it. Sure, it was hard. I don't know exactly why I felt that way.
After the wedding, we headed to the lovely reception site. It was a grand banquet hall in the city proper. It was such a cozy place with very accommodating staffs. The food was good. And the wine… Thank goodness, it was great!
After the reception, we went home because there were still a lot of people waiting there. Yes, your typical rurban wedding celebration. Wedding reception followed by another party expected to last the whole night.
I'm hoping that this happy moment will last forever for my sister and my brother-in-law. Wishing both of you the best life has to offer. God bless you!
The perks of loving another soul
A simple "Hi!" from her completes my day.
An email from her asking how my day was makes my heart beat faster.
Enjoying a cup of coffee with her doubles the effect of caffeine.
Seeing her smile takes my breath away.
It feels good to make her laugh even though I deliver a corny joke.
Talking with her makes me drop off all my worries.
Just the thought of her makes me smile like a stupid monkey.
The bad thing is that I can never have her… But who knows? Or it's just wishful thinking? Don't ask me. I don't know the answer either.
Stinky pinky little creature
June 24, 2006I know a lot of people who are very much disgusted of rats. To the point that they would scream their lungs out when they see one. I wonder if their reaction would be the same if what they will see is a stinky pinky little creature - a new-born rat.
I can still remember my fascination of this tiny living thing when I was a child. Whenever I see one or maybe a bunch of them in my closet, I can't help myself but play with them. I put them on my hands and use them to make my younger sister freak out. Goofy me! I can't remember the last time I did that silly thing again. But I know that it was really a great experience. LOL!
P.S. A couple of days ago, a close friend of mine gave me a new-born rat, err an almost brand new optical mouse. Hahahaha.. Thanks bro!
A social one. Aims at the stars. Conservative with money - usually. Broad in ideas. Ideals applied to home. Aggressive socially. With high aspirations, sometimes too high! Loves freedom. Big-hearted, benevolent in attitude. Persistent and practical in work. Sometimes sportive. Loves children. Aspires onward......
