Ever heard of the an old Christmas Song with lines “When you are weary and you can’t sleep just count your blessings instead of sheep…”? I just did that a couple of nights ago and yes, I fell asleep – fast.
And despite of such continuous challenging times, 2 nights ago was an apt reminder of how blessed I am. So, before I bid 2008 adieu, I made a list of things that made me forget (sometimes) all those seemingly endless Life's quizzes.
1. I have been saved by Someone greater than any of us – and it cost him His life.
2. My parents’ abundant love.
3. My siblings’ constant running to me – asking for inputs, whatever.
4. Hon’s super stubborn love.
5. Really great and wacky friends.
6. A promising career.
7. For the resources to combat clots.
8. Everyday little miracles.
9. The Ateneo winning the 2008 UAAP Men’s Basketball Championships.
10. The Bonfire experience.
11. Old friends finally walking down the aisle.
12. Newly found friends and chika-mates.
13. Birthday gifts like a huge Celine bag and a pair of Via Venetto shoes.
14. Changi Airport and Singapore Airlines experience.
15. For the many times I was humbled by my own mistakes.
16. After a freak accident, my cousin Patrick turned out pretty okay.
17. Swimming with the Butandings without a life best on.
18. Meeting 5 - year old Gab in school and claiming that I am his future wife.
19. Seeing my baby nephew, Miguel smiles at me.
20. Wedding of Alvin and Christine cum Kaka gathering.
21. The 18 books (just finished Breaking Dawn around 2am December 31st) I’ve finished this year!
22. For the many unguarded moments.
23. Christmas party of Imaj. Super fun!
24. 11 pages of handwritten letter from US.
25. Unexpected email messages from long lost relatives, classmates and old friends.
26. Facebook!
27. The many movies I've seen this year.
I raise a glass of margarita for the year that was and the coming year. Cheers!
And despite of such continuous challenging times, 2 nights ago was an apt reminder of how blessed I am. So, before I bid 2008 adieu, I made a list of things that made me forget (sometimes) all those seemingly endless Life's quizzes.
1. I have been saved by Someone greater than any of us – and it cost him His life.
2. My parents’ abundant love.
3. My siblings’ constant running to me – asking for inputs, whatever.
4. Hon’s super stubborn love.
5. Really great and wacky friends.
6. A promising career.
7. For the resources to combat clots.
8. Everyday little miracles.
9. The Ateneo winning the 2008 UAAP Men’s Basketball Championships.
10. The Bonfire experience.
11. Old friends finally walking down the aisle.
12. Newly found friends and chika-mates.
13. Birthday gifts like a huge Celine bag and a pair of Via Venetto shoes.
14. Changi Airport and Singapore Airlines experience.
15. For the many times I was humbled by my own mistakes.
16. After a freak accident, my cousin Patrick turned out pretty okay.
17. Swimming with the Butandings without a life best on.
18. Meeting 5 - year old Gab in school and claiming that I am his future wife.
19. Seeing my baby nephew, Miguel smiles at me.
20. Wedding of Alvin and Christine cum Kaka gathering.
21. The 18 books (just finished Breaking Dawn around 2am December 31st) I’ve finished this year!
22. For the many unguarded moments.
23. Christmas party of Imaj. Super fun!
24. 11 pages of handwritten letter from US.
25. Unexpected email messages from long lost relatives, classmates and old friends.
26. Facebook!
27. The many movies I've seen this year.
I raise a glass of margarita for the year that was and the coming year. Cheers!
