Beautifully Imperfect

This is one of the most touching TV ad I've seen.

"In the end, its these small things that you remember... the little imperfections that make them perfect for you..."

An open letter to the RIGHT ONE

I am wondering at this very minute if you are thinking of me, if you like me, you are wondering what is taking us so long to find each other. Many times I thought I finally found you only to be disillusioned by the fact that my wait has not yet ended. I get up each morning hoping, reaming, longing to meet you.

I am thinking of how we will meet, would it be as romantic as the ones I have seen in movies? Or is it possible that I have known you all my life but we have yet to realize that we are meant for each other? Oh how I wish you were here right now because you are the only one who has the answers to all my questions.

Sometimes I ask myself if I have ever really known "love". I do not have the answer to that question either but I believe that, more often than not, we will never really know what love is until we find that right person.... and since I have not found you yet, then maybe I do not really know what love is! You just don't know how often I dream of finally knowing what it feels like to be in your arms. Even at this very moment I am imagining how you will simply sweep me off my feet! Perhaps your smile, or your eyes would draw me to you, or maybe even how you manage to make me laugh by your silly little ways! I don't really know for sure but I am praying that God will help me recognize you when the right time comes. I think of all the pain that I have gone through in the past and of how much I have cried since the day I began my search. I just wanted you to know that I find my strength in clinging onto my vision of the beautiful life ahead of me --- the life I shall spend with you. In my mind and in my heart I know that you are worth all that pain and sacrifice.

After all, the tears have become a part of my life and I believe that they are slowly washing away my flaws so that I would become perfect, not perfect in its truest sense, but perfect --- for YOU! I wonder if you've gone through so much pain as well. I wonder if you've been hurt so many times along the journey.

But my dearest one, please don't ever give up because I am right here... patiently waiting for you! I assure you that when we finally find each other I would slowly heal those wounds by my love.

At night, I would look out my window and stare at the beautiful sky, hoping that somehow you are also looking up and wondering about me. I utter a silent prayer and send all my cries to the heavens above thinking that in time they would reach you. And when I feel impatient, I just close my eyes and believe that you are on your way and that you are longing to see me as well. It is funny but when I finally fall asleep, it is still you that I think of, for you are always in my dreams.
It seems that, for now, that is the only place where I can hold on to you, long enough to tell you how much I love you. In my dreams you would kiss away my fears and wrap me with your arms of love. And this, all the more, makes me want to wake up and face the new day ahead with the hope that soon enough, you will no longer be a dream but a reality and once again I am assured that you are worth the wait. And when that time comes, everything will fall into its place, just as I had imagined, just as I had thought and dreamed, just as I had believed it would be! By then, I would simply look back and smile at all that I have gone through, in spite of the pain and amidst the simple joys of life --- and I would be very thankful because they all led me to you!

In the meantime, take care of yourself for me. Hold on to our dream and don't even think of letting go. Believe in your heart that we will find each other no matter what happens. God has planned the course and it is up to us to follow the directions. Don't worry: don't be afraid about getting lost, God saw to it that all the roads, no matter which one you choose to follow, lead to me.

*I got this years ago.. this is too nice not to share!

An Island called "Potipot"

A typhoon a day before, a 6 hour bus ride to Candelaria , a bumpy boat ride to the island.. it was worth it.. It was initially a team building activity at work but a lot of my teammates couldn't make it due to a lot of issues... so it was only me, Len and Gerald (who almost didn't make it too but thank God he did) who made it to Zambales right after our shift last Tuesday. Thank God the rain stopped and we were able to enjoy the Potipot sun and sand when we were there..We stayed at Dawal beach resort and took the 10 min. boat ride to the island. It was paradise. I mean, if you are looking for a quiet beach without too many people, where you can swim freely and take pictures, this is one of the best place to go to.

I had fun and I'm proud to say.. Finally, I've been there!!!

more Potipot pics

Will you still Love me even if I'm not Perfect???

"This is always the question we ask the person we love... but no matter how imperfect we are as long as that person accepts everything in us and as long as he is contented with you.. You will always be perfect for him because He loves you..this is such a nice read from http://www.itakeoffmymask.com/ "

Will you still love me even if I’m not perfect? Will you still love me even if I’m not the kind of person you wished I were? Will you still look into my eyes with warmth even if you saw my shadows? Will you still hold my hand even if you knew there will be times I’d let you down?For though I yearn to take care of you as I should, though I desire to love you with a love that never falters and fades, my knees tremble this very moment that you hold me in your arms.Shall I kiss you? Shall I hold your hand and bask in the light of your spirit knowing that I have my darkness, knowing there will be times that the light of my love will sometimes be overshadowed by the darkness that is in me?

Sometimes I’d be silent and I might bore you. I may not laugh at your jokes, and you may not understand the spell that’s enshrouding me. Sometimes I’d get troubled and I’d fail to put into words what the hell it is that troubles me. I wouldn’t be good company then, and I couldn’t make you smile.

Sometimes I’d get moody and I might not enjoy the things you’d like us to do together. Sometimes I’d lose my temper and I’d no longer act like the fine person who stands before you today. Sometimes I’d get jealous and I might say things I don’t really mean. Sometimes I’d talk too much that I might drive you away.

Sometimed I’d get touchy and I’d get easily hurt. And no matter how mature I try to be, at times I’d act in childish ways. I’d demand things I shouldn’t, I’d say thing I shouldn’t say. And no matter how much I desire to protect you and make you happy, sometimes I’d be the one who’d cause you the most pain.

If you will love me I cannot promise you that I will not hurt you. I cannot promise you that I will not make you cry and that I’ll never break your heart. But if you will love me, I will bare my whole self naked before you, and I will reveal to you my soul. If you will love me, you can be certain that it is I that you will love, not a mask that fools you and gives you only what your eyes desire to see. If you will love me, you can be certain that you will love the depths of me, all of me that is in me, and I in turn will love you with all of me, with all my soul, with all my mind, with all my spirit, with all my flaws and beauty, and with all my very heart.

Boracay after 11 years

Yes! It has been 11 years since I last visited this wonderful and amazing Island. I remember the first time I went there was after my College graduation and the trip was a gift from my beloved parents. The trip was made more memorable because I have my Best friends with me enjoying the sun, the white sand and the good food.

Fast forward after 11 years, I thought going back to Boracay was a brilliant idea and having Carla and Leanne around would be much fun (as expected!). We planned and booked early but I guess all good things don't come easy. Typhoon Feria came 3 days before our trip, a Zest Air plane missing the runway a day before and a cancelled flight on the day itself.. What a way to start our long awaited vacation?? Good thing the weather in Boracay was perfect the whole weekend..The Sun, the white Sand and the company of my Two Great Friends.. it was all worth it!!

At the airport...

my dismayed friends @ 4AM waiting for our 530am flight.. Day 2!

After the long wait... off to Kalibo Airport

Carla taking her nap (again!)

@the Kalibo Airport.. now they're smiling!

and finally.. our Vacation officially starts here....

The morning after...

my feet shot..Boracay Sunsets