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@Ellehcim
2nd question to think about! Tell me your priority in life. It took me quite a while to come up with an answer, but when it came, I just knew that would be the one. And the way I explained why I answered that pretty sums up the kind of person I am. I know I have to make an action, so I will not be stuck in 'mediocre'.
@Ellehcim
Can I hear you all out for this one question? I'm just checking on something. Please answer honestly: How would you react if your friend provoked you to anger? I got to answer this personally, and boy, I realized something about my overall character. Let me just confirm if we'd react the same way/s. Put your answers down! :)) Thank you!
@Ellehcim
Anticipatory grief sucks. Nostalgia sucks. But I know it makes us human. Sometimes, I just sit and realize over and over again, that one day, I will just be a story in someone's memory. One day, all my photos will just be photos for the others to look at. And I don't like it! It steals the joy of the present, that I am here, that my loved ones are here, and we are all together! At the same time, it reminds me to not waste the time with everyone I cherish. We'll always never know when's going to be the last. Goodness, walang iiyak.
@Ellehcim
Hello, happy Monday! Great news! I got at least 7hours of sleep last night! :) Hopefully this could go on. It's really that cellphone lol. (Na-lowbat kaya wala na akong choice at matulog na).
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Just a random update, I saw the guy again. I thought he's not gonna read because I saw him standing, yet he still got his book out of his bag, and started reading, WHILE standing on a MOVING bus. Now, that's really cool! I guess he's really having a blast with the story. I'm just sleeping on travel whenever I get the chance! :D
@Ellehcim
Is there any way to get a computer to act right other than restarting? Because I don't wanna go and open all of my working papers again. whew.
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While on the bus yesterday morning, I saw someone having his own little world reading a book. He has his headphones on, and judging by the way his book was held by his hands, he's really focused on what he's reading. I tries to sneak my way to the page he's on, but I couldn't. Honestly, it's impressive he could read in a moving vehicle. I'm used to reading stuff using my phone, so it was a refreshing view. He looked amazing being focused on the book, it made me remember how I loved reading actual books when I was younger. I think I should find time bringing back this healthy habit soon.
@Ellehcim
I only got to see the moon recently. What have I been doing with my life that I forgot my habit of looking for it, and looking at it? I used to look out the window and stare at it for minutes, with my mind clear of thoughts. I even used to talk to it, now not anymore. I talk to God, instead. Today was a long day and I am grateful I am still more present in the moment. My thoughts were not filled with random stuff nor complaints, but appreciation instead. I'm grateful I have a body that allows me to travel to work. I am thankful I have a mind that I use to earn money and help my family. I'm blessed to not be alone working late and commuting on my own—I am accompanied with many other individuals, tired and eager to go home as I am. The struggle feels a little bit lighter. I still wish life is easier for me. And yet, here I am, smiling for the little things. Human life is tiny, and short. But it's meaningful.
@Ellehcim
What a time to be alive! Friday nights are just the best! Now, time for watching drama/s as I am done with the work week. :))
@Ellehcim
I believe I am productive at work today, despite few hours of sleep. I always make the mistake of staying up late and regretting it the next morning. It's so frustrating because I hate that I spend more time with my phone that get enough rest. It's not easy to break this habit. But I'm taking steps, little steps. I know I can do it, in Jesus' name!
@Ellehcim
A few minutes with nature and my mind was cleared. I took the dogs out to pee and I spent few seconds outside. It's dark yet I could see the trees forming silhouettes against the night sky. I almost forgot they're a lot here where I live. Our little house is in a small compound surrounded by small houses , some medium-sized ones, and nature, sounds of birds, crickets at night, singing frogs especially on rainy days, and chickens and ducks. Dogs, and cats, of course. I used to dream of living in the city, or like a condo unit where I can see the buildings and businesses from my window, and I still think of that dream from time to time. Yet, I admit nothing will replace the kind of home I spent most of my life in. I love the wind that provide comfort and good sleep, the noisy neighbors who share their food whenever there are birthdays. I love all the memories with my loved ones who've been there since day one, and those who are no longer in my life. Right now, I could hear the breeze making the trees dance and it's making me sleepy yet warm. I used to be a confused 14-year old teen who did not know she'd achieved stuff she used to imagine before. Not still in her dream life, far from it, even, but more experienced and more grateful. Thank You, Lord, for these little moments that ground me to life, and pull me out from auto-pilot mode. Weekends are the best, aren't they?
@Ellehcim
It's so annoying! Kahit anong ingat ko talaga, nahahawa pa rin sa sipon! I really hate having clogged nose, and I feel sleepy whenever I have colds, that's why I can't function properly. :(( I drank lots of water today, and had meds, so hopefully I feel better tomorrow! CAN'T WAIT FOR THE WEEKEND! Anyway, thank you, Lord for today. <3
@Ellehcim
I installed this cute wee game where I have to serve foods to customers, like a mini sushi resto :)) It's cozy and relaxing! I'll immediately delete if ever this eventually stresses me out hahah! Anyway, midweek today, and I think I caught a cold huhu. Hopefully, everything gets better tomorrow.
@Ellehcim
Good mornight! Late nakauwi, and yes, I crave for more me time, so I think mga 1am na ako matutulog. Good thing I'm wfh tomorrow, so 7hrs sleep pa rin. :)) Hoping everyone's getting good rest. God loves you!
@Ellehcim
Maaga akong nakatulog kagabi! Maagang nakauwi ngayon, and planning to sleep after this! I always forget to post here daily and interact, especially on Mondays! Thankful that I git recharged with yesterday's church service, si Lord talaga kalakasan ko, I really need Him in my life. Salamat sa lahat lahat, Dios Ama.
@Ellehcim
Nothing more I want today but to log out early. I want me time already. I want to just rest na. Hahahaha. It's been a busy week.
@Ellehcim
Sleeping early tonight (yes, 10:30pm is considered early for me hahaha)! I haven't been properly praying on bedtime because I become sleepy from prioritizing doom scrolling , and I want this vicious cycle to end. Hopefully, I'd not fall asleep while talking to Him. :))
@Ellehcim
Magandang gabi! Paborito ko 'tong araw na 'to, specifically 'pag out sa work, kasi ✨weekend✨ Excited na manood ng new episode ng AMNSE mamaya, pero for now, time with the Lord muna. Happy Friday!!!!
@Ellehcim
I struggle with consistency. I struggle with phone addiction. I struggle with settling for less when there could be more. I am saying these things because I am currently working on them this year. With God's guidance, I believe everything is possible. Salamat dahil Friday na. Looking forward to a productive yet restful weekend. :) (And AMNSE nee episode heheheh)
@Ellehcim
time is one really scary concept. what do you mean there will be people in our lives who used to be so close to us long ago, but feel like total strangers now? I could think of lots of people whom I thought I'd grow old with, mostly school friends and neighbors. But now, it'd feel awkward to look at them in the eye. It's like all those warm memories we created were just there to be remembered, nothing more, nothing less. That's why we really need to put effort in being present in the moment, with the people we cherish. We always never know when will be the last.
@Ellehcim
I'm just a girl... No, God's girl! I am feeling good today. I'm telling y'all, it's really because of that phone like the elders tell us. I've been doing these little dances as I went through my day, because it has been a good one. You know what? It's nice to actually have a day off in the middle of the week! It's amazing! I am thankful it's a holiday today, so I got more sleep and a well-needed break from my job that I don't enjoy. If you've been with me for a while, I've been open about it ever since I started. Today, even it isn't yet payday, I went to the dentist for an appointment I set last week. It's dental cleaning and consultation. It went well. After that, I did some window-shopping (very therapeutic and well-recommended!) and visited a newly-opened cafe nearby. I loved what I ordered and the seat I chose because it was comfy and suits my 'introvert-ness' (I just made up this word, not sure if it exists though). Here's a photo of what I ordered: I bought a cute pair of sandals afterwards, as I realized I don't really have much footwear. It was affordable and I didn't regret buying it. I wore the sandals as soon as I got out the store, and looked at my feet. My nails were ugly. So, I am sure you can guess where my feet brought me next. Again, it's not yet payday. But you know what, I haven't pampered myself in a long while due to being a dedicated corporate slave and doing useless stuff (mostly doom scrolling) on days off. So I went it, and got my feet done. The result was beautiful, and it suited well with the new sandals! I loved it, and how it made me feel! Oh, and before I forgot, I also went to that 15-minute massage chair booth and relaxed. I went home feeling satisfied despite the money spent. I think it's perfect timing that this all happened before January ends, a perfect way to treat myself after a long month. It goes a long way to have these slow mornings, and little solo trips. It doesn't have to be far and expensive. It's amazing how we have the power to give ourselves the opportunity to breathe and enjoy the present moments. I've never felt this peaceful in a while. Not that it's been depressing or chaotic before because I am a beloved daughter of God, but well, it's just a really good day today. Technically, I haven't achieved anything big nor measurable to feel this accomplished, but it still feels emotional and kind of strange how just peaceful my whole body feels. And yes, I still have tons of backlogs at work, but my brain just tells me right now, "It's tomorrow's problem, and I should not beat myself to it." Last Sunday, I started this 30-day pilates challenge on Youtube, and I'm gonna be honest, that was the Day 1 and the last day (so far haha). Until now I still feel them muscles sore, just means I really haven't been in shape since I'm just not a gym girl! And now, I couldn't stop thinking that 12 minute workout must have contributed to me feeling good nowadays. By the way, that was a 36-minute video and I haven't got even half way because I felt like dying, and I'm not embarrassed to admit it, at I am a first timer. Everyone's not supposed to do well the first time. So, after this, I'm gonna continue that unfinished video and see if I can make it until the 30th day (without pushing myself too far, of course). I'd like to try and see how it'd feel to have a better body than before. Above all, before I end this, I give everything to God. All I've achieved, experienced this month, all glory and thanks go to Him. There were good and bad days, but He's with me through all of it, and I'm never gonna stop talking about Him! Y'all can get tired of me flexing my God, but I still will, and that's on period! Here's to a good day, and better ones coming! More achievements, more stuff on bucket list checked, and more glory to God and God alone! Thanks be to You, Father.
@Ellehcim
Sonder is a beautiful thing. What a comfort to experience hard things together. I knew this for quite while, but I realized its truth lately. Due to endless external reporting deadlines, I've been spending a lot of time at work lately, and that means, ending the day when it's already dark. Almost everyone was fast asleep, and if not, they're on the comfort of their homes scrolling through short clips, or just doing end of day things. Well, almost everyone. I hate working overtime, and I believe everyone does (please let me know of some people like such, so I can ask for some tips). Yet because of the nature of my work, I had to work long hours, or else I'll be missing deadlines and pay hefty fines and penalties. It's just like any other Tuesday for me, or so I thought. After getting of the first bus, I had to take the overpass leading to a mall with another bus terminal where I'm headed next. I got used to walking lots and traveling long hours due to the distance of my workplace and home, and I've always seen the same bus terminal with the same buses of different destinations, food stalls that are either closed or in the process of closing, and some few still with few stuff left, since it's already almost midnight. I've always been annoyed whenever the line is long—it means longer time of waiting and later I could go home. Yet, on this one particular Tuesday, God made me realize something. People of different ages and walks of life, were also right here, like me, who also aim to go somewhere, be it home or another. There were also people who probably got off work at 09:30pm like I did. There's also someone who just travelled from another place and queued here to get closer to their destination. At this hour. I am not the only one who has no choice but to stay awake and stand in the line. There are others like me who also spends these hours waiting on their turn to sit on the bus after a long, exhausting day. I think it's wonderful to know that I am not alone struggling like this. It didn't have to be people that I know to feel that sense of belonging. It's quite humbling to discover over and over again that every single one experiences hardships, and it's not only me. It was a beautiful reminder that I am not the only one in the world who wakes up before sunrise today, and sleeps on the next day. Sonder is one amazing thing that I could never fully express in words, but could be felt and understood so deeply inside.
@Ellehcim
John 19:1-37 Grabe, it's hard to stop the tears knowing everything Christ went through :(( Just looked up the meaning nung verses 31-37 and it broke my heart more. Whew. Thank You, Jesus, for sacrificing you life for me. <3
@Ellehcim
All this Outlook search results showing nothing of the emails I sought. 🤣🤣🤣 Weird searching mechanism, maybe. It's annoying! hahaha!
@Ellehcim
Hindi tayo pwedeng maligaw. Nakita na natin yung daan eh. Kailangang pigilan talaga ang kyuryosidad. Hindi ito tama, hindi maganda. Thank you for reminding me, friend!
@Ellehcim
Blessed morning! Here to leave a verse I read this morning. Psalms 49:16-20 Setting my priorities straight, God first! As He's the one who have blessed me, and who will continue to bless Him in this earthly life. May we all be replenished with energy and willpower to face this day! Godspeed!
@Ellehcim
God was intentional with what He wants to remind me this year. Few days to 2025, and everything I encountered was about being prayerful, be it the movie I watched recently (The Forge), the topic of Sunday service preaching, the testimony, and even the Sunday School theme! Salamat, Ama dahil pinapaalala mo sa akin na ang Prayer ay Power. Tunay na walang mahirap sa Iyo, kailangan ko lang manalangin at magtiwala. May I never forget to always call on You and trust You with all my heart, with no doubts nor hesitation. Every relationship thrives on communication and connection. Prayer is one way we communicate to God. He does not even require grammatically-correct prayers. He doesn't even require a specific language. Let's come to Him just as we are, and He'll meet us. Syempre, Siya ang lumikha sa atin eh. Lahat ng bagay tungkol sa atin, alam na Niya. At gaano man karumi o kapanget 'yung iba doon, praise God kasi that never changed His love for us. In fact, He made a way so our connection won't falter for good. God is good. He works, even minsan di ko dama. Pero sure ako, nakikinig Siya sa mga dalangin Ko. At lagi Siyang may tugon. Verse for today - Colossians 4:2
@Ellehcim
It's a different kind of Saturday. Halos apat o limang oras lang ang tulog ko, but I have an errand I promised to show up to. It was worth it, a first time experience to me, and made me realize I'm nowhere near my dream life, but getting there eventually. Later today, I had a siesta, a nice and sweet one. I knew my body needed sleep. Kanina lang namin natapos ng kapatid ko ang pelikula. The title is "The Forge". I've heard a lot of people touched by this movie and some cried. Well, I cried very little, and for a short while. It won't undermine the fact, though, that I was touched by the movie. As a Christian, this is another reminder to me of my purpose—sharing God's word and salvation to everyone around me (something I am not confident enough to do all the time). Muling naipaalala sa akin na ang lahat ng panalangin natin ay naririnig ng Dios Ama. At tunay na kumikilos Siya, even though we may not feel it. To God be the glory. I am grateful for this week. :)
@Ellehcim
It's not gonna be January 08 2025 again. And I want to look back and remember it has been a good day. Hindi ko alam kung ano ako ngayon kung hindi ko kilala ang Maylikha. Saan na ako hihingi ng lakas? Saan na ako huhugot ng pagnanais na magpatuloy? Ilang araw na sa panibagong taon, and I am grateful for all the lessons 2024 has brought. Unike 2023 where I accomplished a lot of feats, 2024 was just me merely surviving. And yet, I'm proud of it. Earlier 2024 me would not believe how I would've overcome the year. Kahit maraming pagod, puyat, iyak, at sabi ng "Ayoko na", I still pushed through and look what God did, He stuck with me during my lows. He helped me conquer the battles. Kaya sana ngayong taon, mas magaan na. I hope this will mark the harvest period of all blood, sweat, and tears sowed. Claiming it, in Jesus' name! Amen.
@Ellehcim
Sunday morning! Nakaka-blessed ang nakaraang gabi na maraming natutunan sa salita ng Dios. Iba talaga ang pahinga sa presensya Niya, ano? Anyway, araw ng linggo ngayon. Alam mo na, ha? Spend time with our Creator. This is His day. Salamat, Ama, sa unang linggo ng Disyembre!