The most unforgetable places in my life

1. Parang, Maguindanao – My birthplace – On December 27, 1974 two days after Christmas I was born in the place. It was about 8:30 p.m. together with my father, the traditional midwife named Mrs. Tangub assist my mother in pushing me out. During that time, Cotabato is in chaos. The government troops and the Muslim rebel are at war. That year is also a peak of Martial law.

2. Nato, Esperanza, Agusan del Sur.- My childhood town- Just a few days after my mother gave birth of me, we traveled from Cotabato to Agusan. The continuing conflict between Muslim rebels and the government troops, forced the whole family lift from Parang to find a safer place. In Nato, I finished my elementary school. In this place, millions of memories are so precious to me. My father work as a company driver in Crista Monte, a logging company that flourished during 70’s. When log band is strongly implemented during 80’s, Crista Monte closes it operation. August 27, 1986 my father died. One reason why I cannot forget this place, it is because my loving father were buried here.

3. Nabunturan, Davao del norte- I attended my first year high school in Assumption College of Nabunturan, one of the prestigious institution in the country. Most of my classmates come from a rich family. The teaching is best. I lived in my sister house who are a businesswoman. Much unforgettable experience in this place, one of those is I am selling ice candy.

4. Guinsiliban, Camiguin- My mother hometown-I finished my high school in this peaceful town. The island is so beautiful. I cannot forget Tatay Dadok, (a town photographer), Nanay Peryang, (a retired teacher) Ate Emie (an old maid and a teacher), Lolo Esmer (one of the founder of the town). They treated me as their own relatives during my 2 years stay in their house as a working student.

5. Butuan City-My college was so unforgettable in this city. Saint Joseph Institute of Technology (SJIT) granted me as a working scholar in this institution. I finished my college degree with so much pain. After five years of hard labor, I was awarded with a diploma in computer Science. Good and professional person I meet here. Above all I meet Jacquelyn in this place.

6. Carayan de oro city- Goldcrest Marketing- 2 weeks after my graduation, I accepted my first job in Cagayan de Oro as a computer operator. After 4 months I quite because of some conflict with my friend. I cannot forget this place not only because I accepted my first job here, but it is the painful memories of being betrayed by a friend linger in my mind.

7. Las Pinas City- My other sister used to live here together with her husband who is working at the COMELEC main office in Intramuros. A month after I quite my job in Cagayan, I flew to Manila to find a new job. My first job here is in Yumix Phils.

8. Gen. Trias, Cavite- After my end of contract at Yumix Phils, I find a new job in Cavite. I was hired right away by Styrolite. In this place memories are stored, some makes me smile and the other makes me smile every time I can recall it.

9. Capitan Juan, Lantapan, Bukidnoon- Here I work in Sunbeam Farm as a office clerk. It is a farm affiliated by San Miguel Corporation. The place is so cold and bountiful of fresh vegetables. I served here for almost 2 years, after the surgery of my younger brother.

10. Malaybalay City, Bukidnoon- This is my new home town now. We have a lots of relative living here. I dreamed to put up my own little business in the beautiful city.

Principles in my life

1. Listen before you speak .
Speaking is listening and listening is speaking. Listen using with your mind and heart, because ear is just a channel. Understand before you speak, for the abundant of the heart and mind will overflow through your mouth. Remember we are accountable in every careless word we uttered.

2. Build bridges instead of wall.
Many people remain friendless because they build walls instead of bridges. They search for faultless friends. Connect, connect, and connect and be a friend to everybody. Do not discriminate people just because of his social status, ethic origin, intellectual capacity and sexual preference. Smile and accept people as what they are.

3. Give your best today, as if you will die tomorrow .
In everything you do try give your best, because what today will never be the same tomorrow. Therefore be kind to every person you meet, for tomorrow they will gone. Labor for good today, for tomorrow is the appointed time for reaping. Love today for tomorrow may hatred comes. We only die at once, so we must die well.

4. Know what you want and follow your dreams .
Discover yourself. Explore and search for the world has a lot to offer to you. Enjoy the days of your youth and follow what your heart dictates so that when you grow old you can say “I live a long and satisfied life”.

5. Never desire only for the material wealth but for wisdom and faithfulness .
Worldly treasures will vanish and can be stolen but wisdom is all yours even to your grave. If you have wisdom, you know faithfulness, for being faithful is a show of intellectual power.

6. Balance everything, for everything should be balanced.
We never stood as in physical structure only. We are spiritual, social, intellectual and emotional being. Feed, nourish and nurture all what is in you as a human. Life is being judged accumulatively.

7. Practice honesty in all your dealing.
Learn the art of saying YES or NO with emphasis and all honesty. It is best, than misleading someone with a lie. Do not be deceived by the worldly standards that say “Honestly is just a lonely word” for every time you tell the truth millions of angels rejoicing with you in heaven.

8. Never let failures and setbacks stop you from winning.
Have a good courage, be determined and learn from your mistakes. Remember “No pain No gain” It is not how many times you stumble, but it is how many time you stood up and say to yourself “LIFE MUST GO ON”.

9. Have a cheerful disposition.
Carry life in a light and easy way. Life is so short and yet so beautiful. Be happy!

10. Acknowledge HIM!
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your ways.

Something you should know about me

1. No pillow on my bed – I start sleeping without cushion since college. This is my natural way of correcting my posture problem before. Amazingly it works.

2. No shampoo in my bathroom- Shampoo makes skin dry and ugly, so I get rid of it. I enjoy my “semi kalbo” looks now. Aside from looking sexy (sana nga) I was able to save piso from highly commercialized shampoo.

3. Stripes fascinate me so much- From Shirts to boxers brief, I like to be with Zebra.

4. I am 80% Vegetarian- I am a herbivorous warm blooded mammal. I love Pinakbit and all vegetables being mention in Bahay kubo song.

5. I love singing- But the singing in so unfriendly to me. (trying hard to be a singer)

6. I always carry a hand bag- Inside are the following: Tiny notebook, pen, ATM card, ID’s, Petroleum jelly (for my lips), penlight, hand sanitizer, medicine, Vit.C, utility knife, Fidelity cologne,Tic tac candy( orange flavor) and charger.

7. My room- is a jungle of books, magazines, cd/dvd tapes.

8. I collect- cap, wrist band and mug.

9. I hate crowded and dark places- This place makes me uncomfortable

10. No cigarettes butts in my room- for smoking is out to my life.

11. I have a flip personality- I am so shy, reserve and silent when I am drunk

12. I don’t like companion- when buying something for myself. I even dislike the accommodating saleslady in the mall.

Your Love, My home

I was a wayward

running away from home.

Building my own castle

in the sandy sinking ground.

When the storms passed and go

it scares me more and more

then I decided to go home

for in your arms I feel secure

Your love keeps me calling

when Im away from home.

Your love keeps me going

even in the storm.

I was mislead and astray

by the darkness of the midnight

but your love, your only love bring me home

and take me to light.

Now Im here to stay

forever I will be

where you go,I'll go

for my heart belongs to you

and when the storms passed and go

it scares me no more

for I am sheltered by your love

your my strenght and your my joy.

The most influencial books in my life

1.Bible – The book of books. It’s a book of history, laws, poetry, music and love story. The best seller of all time, and the foundation of our Christian faith.





2. Celebration of discipline –by Richard Foster - Celebration of Disciplinehas had a massive influence on evangelicalism. Unfortunately, the influence has helped to saturate the church with mystical contemplative prayer and the New Age. Most likely, your pastor has a copy of this book in his library.




3. The power of positive thinking- by Norman Vincent Peale - Faith in yourself makes good things happen to you. This classic guide to self-esteem and success will help you learn how to: break the worry habit; get other people to like you; avoid "the jitters" in your daily work; believe in yourself and everything you do; develop the power to reach your goals, and so much more.




4. The on my own handbook – by Bobb Biehl – 100 secrets of success to prepare for life.




5. Seven habits of highly people – by Stephen R. Covey - The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change was a groundbreaker when it was first published in 1990, and it continues to be a business bestseller with more than 10 million copies sold. Stephen Covey, an internationally respected leadership authority, realizes that true success encompasses a balance of personal and professional effectiveness, so this book is a manual for performing better in both arenas. His anecdotes are as frequently from family situations as from business challenges.

6. Take care of yourself- by Donald M. Vickery M.D./James F. Fries M.D.-The complete Illustrated guide to medical self-care. This is very useful; I even referred this book to my co-workers.

7. Stress Management – by Edward A. Chalesworth. Ph.D. / Ronald G. Nathan- A very helpful book in fighting daily stress.

8. Trip to Quipo- by Ricky Lee – Scriptwriting manual for beginner. I like how Ricky creatively teaches young writer to explore to the daring world of scriptwriting.

9. Simplify and live a good life- by Bo Sanchez – Best book for me . Simply not to complicate our life.

10. Our Daily Bread- Published by RBC ministries- Daily Personal devotional books. I start my day reading and contemplating the words of God using the christian publication.