Looking Back on 2012 as I Welcome 2013 ♥

As my yearly way of welcoming another year, I always post a look back on all the memorable/significant things that happened in the year that have past. I always cherish everything that happens to me because good or bad, I know that we will learn on it. 

Now, let me start.

JANUARY

• My friend, Ghe, got married and now carries the name of Mrs. Geraldyn Jano-Amul. I thank God for another phase of her life.

• Celebrated Chinese New year with my family. God let the start of my year be the best one by allowing us to see each other again. We seldom celebrated occasions together but there is nothing impossible with God. Thankyou, Lord! :)

FEBRUARY

• We got a treat for a job working hard. Holiday season has been a tiring season for employees like us and because we work hard, a treat was given to us: A very relaxing stay at Wensha Spa.

• Another year came yet another life was taken. This month, one of the music icon, Whitney Houston, died. We all mourned but the thought that she has touched our lives helped us understand her death.

MARCH

• I was invited to be the guest speaker of my Alma Mater, Bagong Nayon IV Elementary School during the preschool graduation. I always believe that all of us has the power of touching lives and I am grateful that I have given the chance to touch theirs.

• Lileth and I weren't lovers but yes, we celebrate anniversary of us, being  working girls. We both started working together during our college days (while waiting for our graduation) until we part ways and work separately. Now, I am glad that we are both happy to where we are now. Last year's our 2nd year! 

APRIL

• Lenten season is always part of me, being a Catholic. We must give thanks to the sacrifice that God has done for us. A day of reflection. A day of giving thanks. Thankyou, Lord, for dying for us. 

MAY

• May is mothers' month. I am always looking forward for this month because I always want my mom to feel more special on this day. I am grateful for having a mother who is not just beautiful, but a caring and loving one.

• First time in Baguio. I had a lot of fun in Baguio with friends. We grabbed every chance we had during our stay. I love the cold breeze and the beautiful scenery of every place we visited. An escape to the heat of city made me love Baguio. Another dream also came true, I had a chance to pick strawberries with my own hands! :) 

• Celebrated Ang Tipulo Festival. The colorful SUMAKAH (Suman, Kasoy, Hamaka) Festival always gives life to the city. With the colorful costumes and lively performances of each participant from different parts of the city, one will surely love to witness it. I am very grateful that I have given the chance to be part of this significant event of the city. Being an employee in the City Government of Antipolo, we are also part of the program which usually starts with a parade.

JUNE

• After mother's day is always father's day. We all know that we were not living with our father but it is still one of the things that I am also looking forward. I always want to thank my Papa for making us feel loved even if he's miles away.

JULY

• Life is really a roller coaster ride. This month has been a very challenging one for me because I almost undergo an operation. Blessed that I am, I was able to surpassed the challenge without any surgery. Thankyou, Lord!

• We all thanked the Philippines' Comedy King, Dolphy for the laughter that he shared with us. He passed away at the age of 83. May he rest in peace.

AUGUST

• My favorite month because it is my birth month. I am now 22. I am very thankful that I know, from the deepest part of my heart, that I have a lot to be thankful for. From family, friends, down to all those who love me, you're all part of where I am today and why I am feeling this way. Above all, thankyou, Lord for the gift of life, THANKYOU, LORD! :)  

• I am also thankful because I now have this man who never stops supporting me all the way ♥

SEPTEMBER

• Being overwhelmed by the past month gave me the idea of sharing a story from Paulo Coelho's blog entitled "The Circle of Joy" which reminded us of sharing love, goodness, and happiness without asking for it because it will all surely come back to us.

OCTOBER

• This month has been a very busy month for us, government employees. I have nothing to share, only the love that I am always willing to give. Peace! :)

• Baby Johann's baby shower led us to a small get together. I missed my EI Friends! 

• The Bears of Joy started the warm celebration of love for us. Christmas means sharing. I always believe that you don't have to have so much for you to be able to extend help to others. In fact, those who are needy really don't need much. Whatever we share, if it is from our hearts, it is more than enough. Anyway, material things aren't just the way to share, it is sharing LOVE and HAPPINESS that is more important ♥ 

DECEMBER

• It's just last week when I greet everyone with a Merry Christmas! Let us not forget that this day isn't just about the material gifts that we will receive. Instead, it is about the love and happiness that we will share with everyone. Most of all, it is all about the celebration of our Father in Heaven's birth. Remember, He is the reason why we have this season. I hope everyone had a great Christmas :)

• Launched our new blog, La Vita e Bella which means Life is Beautiful.This blog will feature places that you will surely love. And yes, it will be an account of two persons who both love to travel, eat, and try new and not-so-new things. Check it here http://mnmloveslife.blogspot.com ♥

• Thanked and bid goodbye to 2012. This year was full of twist and turns but all I know is that I am grateful and very much blessed for what God has given me. I may not have all that I want but I know that what I have is enough for me. I am also thankful for all the people surrounding me who became part of my 2012.  God bless us all! :)

Dear 2012,

          Thank you for all the wonderful things including the love and happiness that you brought into my life. I may say goodbye but everything about you will forever be in my heart. Now, I can happily look forward for the year ahead. THANKYOU SO MUCH! :)

xoxo