The 100- A Reflection
`I've been unwell for the entire weekend; I've been lying in bed the whole day due to body aches and a stuffy nose, and the only thing I can do is rest and watch movies.`
I was sleeping and going through Netflix when I came across this show called "The 100."
I was so engrossed in this film that I slept at 5:00 a.m. As I continued to watch it, it taught me one thing: life is not just about surviving but also about overcoming obstacles together.
It highlighted to me that if you have supportive companions, you can overcome any obstacle. What are the things we can't do if we have people who will support us? As they say, friends play an important role in our life. Nobody exists on their own. No matter how strong we believe we are, we all need company.
We all need someone to lean on, someone with whom we can joke and laugh at life's humorous moments, and someone who is only a phone call away when we are in distress. We also need someone with whom we can share our triumphs. The truth is we all need somebody.
They encounter numerous hardships in the film, but because their bonds were always strong, they manage to survive the wilderness. They've gone through the worst of situations, yet what keeps them alive is their willingness to help one another. Each team's strength was measured not by one person or their leader, but by what the entire group had to contribute. Each person has an important role to play, and even if they make decisions based on their expertise, they will still support each other. When they are in distress, they call for help and never leave one behind. No matter how powerful their adversary is, they battle together.
Now, in reality, we need companions in life. I believe that each person has at least someone whom they trust, with whom they share a part of themselves, whom they call a friend. Now if we found them, keep them. If we have friend/s who are willing to take the risk, willing to join and help us in every circumstance. Let us appreciate and treasure them, for it is only rare to find people who are willing to also join you in this life full of uncertainties. Now if you found them, keep them and also let them feel that they have you.
Lucky me that I have people whom I can call true friends, I am indeed so blessed that I found people with whom I can share my jokes, my dramas in life, my love life update, and even the weirdest things that come to mind. Friends who can join my vibe. Friends who stick through thick and thin, friends who celebrate my special occasions, friends to whom I can say I belong. Friends who help me navigate life and are always there willing to reach a hand. I am just so thankful to them that in this life, I am not alone. I have to who always give me company and I have them who treat me like a family. I am blessed to find such gems. And I will not trade them for anything.
But I'm not just talking about friends; I'm also talking about family members who are dear to us. Those close to us. They are also the reasons why we fight so hard to stay alive. Being around them and seeing them makes us stronger. Having them in our lives encourages us to survive and they’re also the one who will never leave us. So let us all be thankful.
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9th month on Read.cash
As I was going through this site, I discovered that I was apparently on my 9th month here.
Despite this, I have authored very few articles during my months here. I grew weary, due to numerous occurrences in my life and at school that I forgot about my passion for writing.Maybe I wouldn't have these regrets today if I had just kept writing and never quit.
Regardless, the only option we had was going back in time, which looked impossible. But what I'm thinking right now is that I should just go after this one and never leave.
***Now I'm back for the love of writing.*** I came back to ignite this passion inside me. Now, with great courage to pursue this, I am more eager to write every day despite my lack of motivation at times.
I would remind myself from time to time that I needed to keep writing to improve my effectiveness in this field, which caused me to discipline myself**. I learned to write, but it also taught me how to manage my time.**
I've also developed a taste for reading articles; I enjoy reading the work of my co-writers, and it inspires me to write and learn more.
I've read incredibly **personal essays** that made me feel like I could relate to the author and ponder on life. Other writings I've read are **educational and informative**, and they've helped me learn new things by filling my mind with the knowledge I didn't know before.
I occasionally come across the **subject of love** here, which I also read since I wanted to discover how individuals handle relationships and their experiences to gain a better understanding of what love truly means.
Sometimes articles bring me an **encouraging message**, which is enormously beneficial when I am in my most fragile state. Reading such pieces motivates me to keep living no matter how difficult life is.
Furthermore, when I scroll down, I read stories from others sharing how they **spent their days, holidays, birthdays, and other events,** making me feel like a part of their lives.
Some of the posts here are **inspirational**; sharing their tremendous accomplishments made me want to celebrate them and motivated me to reach more.
I couldn't stop scrolling on this platform; sometimes, instead of spending time on social media, I will just come here to read; being on this platform and reading articles from people who write from their hearts and out of love for writing is such a joy and encouragement. It boosts me to write more articles and read more.
**Connecting with people** here is also a lot of fun. It makes me happy to have other writers react to my work as a writer. It's a huge compliment that your article is being read. It enthralls me while also making me feel fulfilled.
Being a part of this platform is a fantastic opportunity to meet various fascinating authors. Articles are entertaining and helpful when you are going through a difficult period. Reading articles will help you learn and will pique your interest in writing.
***Even though my ninth month here had produced only a few articles, I yearned for more opportunities to write and be inspired to begin my month with content that would motivate other writers to create more***.
I'll resume my path to hope that one day I will become a well-known and accomplished writer that people would appreciate one day. I'm hoping that by pursuing my passion for writing, I'll finally be able to fulfill my goals and achieve what I hope.
**I hope you will join me on this path, and together we will reach the pinnacle of success that we both desire.**
Hi,it has been fun being here and still thank you for allowing me to bother you. All is well 🤍🌻
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Kewl for the Summer
Am I ready for the summer?
Are you ready for the summer?
My bag is packed, and I am ready to go...
The school year is ending for college students, and people are getting ready for the summer. Many people post their OOTD (Outfit of the Day) on social media. Some are preparing their inflatable pools, and others are already on vacation.
I'm looking forward to Summer, but not for the typical vacation that everyone desires. However, the one where participants dive into the pool of learning.
The school year has ended, and just when everyone is preparing to unwind and enjoy the break, I am going over my subjects and considering which classes I should take.
My desire to complete my education is now a top priority for me.
I have no other desire than to finish college. That is why I have decided to re-enroll this summer and continue learning and working hard until the finish.
I should mention that the enrollment process is complex due to the many students in line. It has always been the case at our university.
The gym is packed with students from various courses seated and lining up like they're auditioning for a talent show.
So, I knew this would be a long process when I walked through the gate. I went to school with the expectation of being accepted.
I got my admissions number. I killed time while waiting for my turn by scrolling through my Facebook news feed. It took me an hour, and it was finally my turn. I hurriedly went to the admission window, and the admission staff asked me, "Ma'am, where is your student I.D.? I quickly handed my I.D. to her. To my surprise, she replied, "Ma'am, this is not your student I.D.; this is your Q.R. code. We gazed at each other, and I could not attempt to utter a reply, for I was so embarrassed that I gave the wrong one. Quickly I left the gym with a shy face and went home in frustration.
When I arrived at my dorm, I promptly vented my emotions to a friend. As I told her about my day, she laughed instead of sympathising with my embarrassment. It ended that we just both laughed at my discomfiture that day. Shout out to @LadyThinkerBell-2023 I so love my friend.
Do you have the same experience as I did? Those are the moments that we will never forget and look back on one day and giggle.
But going back to what summer awaits me, I am indeed in the state of pursuing it no matter how much I wanted to just relax and chill. Because one day, I know that all things will work on my end when I also work hard for it. I know that what I am doing now is not a waste of time; rather, I am planting things for my future self. I know that I will be hustling again this summer, and I know that I will encounter a lot of stress; still, I am hopeful that one day I will look back on this with a grateful heart that I survived my university days.
Thank you for your time reading this one.🌻 Hope you had a good time. Anyway , Thank you for allowing me to bother you 😊 🌻 #Skwel |School for the Summer
Love Talks
One known philosopher puts it, " Where there is love, there is life." Love makes the world go round. Hence it also requires commitment and direction. Despite many preconceived notions about love, it is critical to recognize that satisfaction in love comes from sharing both the good and the terrible.
I have been in a relationship, but unfortunately, we did not work out. As I pondered on why our relationship failed. I stumbled on my great friend Nielda as I asked her questions with regard to her current relationship. I've known my friend for a while now, and I have also seen their relationship grow and maintained for almost a year. Expressed here now are the questions I have asked her.
**1. Where did you guys meet? How long was the courting season?**
Through Facebook, but he already knows me then, and we have seen each other even before he messages me. Then he had already started messaging me, and he confessed that he even waited for the right time to chat with me, and after a year of waiting, he finally had the courage to chat with me. After that, he courted my family and me, of course, and its also been almost a year before I said yes to him.
**2.What are the things you like about Him?**
Encourager- He encourages me every time; despite how big or small my problem is, he is always there. Also, not just in times when I have problems, he is also there at my winning moments and planning moments, willing to support and encourager.
Appreciative - He appreciates the things I do for him every time and even our relationship to where we are now.
Love jud si Lord. - He Loves God and what I like about our relationship also is that we have this common ground where we meet each other.
Has a sense of Humor- He makes me laugh all the time.
Patient - He has long patience with me despite sometimes that I have this strong-willed personality that I wanted to do this and that. But it is really the one thing also that I like about him.
**3.When is the time you realized that He is the one ?**
I have this conviction in me, and I have also been seeking God and asking for advice from my mentors. And there is just this feeling of peace whenever I pray about us. Not confused or bothered, I just feel at peace and at home, so that's when I realized He is really the one.
4. **What are the ways that can make the relationship stronger?**
Communication and respect for me. Communicate, you say what you want, because our partners are not prophets either. You communicate with her/him and ask how is she/he doing. Just simple and genuine things. Sometimes we are familiar with our partner, and we forget to ask the smallest things and always have time to have a genuine conversation. Respect also since at some point, and you have different things to do, responsibility is to respect pud the time of the partner, and also you need to respect each other's decision really.
5. **What advice can you give to people out there who want to enter into a relationship?**
It's not all about sparks and butterflies in the stomach when it comes to entering into a relationship. On certain days, you'll wish you didn't know each other. However, the choice is still up to you, whether you choose to fix and stay or leave. It's not simple, but it's well worth it when you're battling life with the right person. And also, the key to a lasting relationship is to make God the center. Choose a man who has a real love for the Lord and already knows how to treat you.
As a result, love is an essential component of our being that necessitates a high level of dedication. Maintaining the relationship involves both understanding and willingness. Every day, loving someone means choosing him or her. A perfect relationship does not exist.
It takes time to get to where you want to be with that person, but it's all worth it if you both love one other. To love means that you are both willing to work things out regardless of how good or awful things are. It's a commitment to each other for the rest of one's life. Some of us may have already found the right one, while others may still be looking. Just remember that loving another person also requires loving yourself first because we can't offer what we don't have.
Hi , thank you all for dropping by and allowing me to bother you. ♥️🌻🌻I hope we all find love at the right time with the right person. 🤍
i am not left behind
**Everyone strives to accomplish something in their lives.**
**Some are a little faster than others, but we all have our timelines, as they stated.**
However, I cannot deny that I am frightened of being left behind. Seeing people my age achieving something and doing amazing things in life left me doubting myself. Seeing their huge milestone, I cannot help but compare myself to them. I cannot help but belittle myself.
It has been weeks now that I have been in a loop of self-doubt and frustrations. I can count many nights that I cannot sleep due to overanalyzing what is wrong with me.
One cause of that is my schooling; I have excelled in academics and extracurricular activities since I was a child. I have put tremendous pressure on academics since my mom and other siblings excel in that area. I could say that I did well since I have achieved more than what I desired. During my elementary days, my competitive nature earned me the title of a class valedictorian.
And I'm still that kind of achiever in my senior year. I joined different organizations. I involved myself in Campus Journalism and got the spot as a Sportswriter. Also, other than that, I had the chance to compete in different schools whenever we had competitions. I was competitive, and I knew that I was still on my track since I also graduated with high honor.
So I was that achiever. But then, one day, when I was scrolling down on Facebook, my university classmates were already posting that few more steps to go, and they were already graduating. Some also posted about their other successes in life. Some also traveled everywhere and even got good positions in work. Their achievements made an impression in my heart that I think I am now left behind.
This thinking has bothered me for almost a week now. The thought of being left behind creeps in and becomes my disempowering thought. Whenever I feel left behind, I cannot cope with the world's speed. Whenever I feel like it, I am under pressure to achieve more and do more. It seems like I am looking for my old self, that self who is willing to cope with the pace of the world. I was feeling lost and ended up beating myself. Then I had a period of solitude myself. I prayed to the Lord while I thought about it. Is it now too late for my success? Am I left out?
At my weakest point, something in me said, no, I'm not being left behind; instead, I'm on the perfect timetable explicitly designed for me.
Because there was never a race, my timeline does not compare to that of others. I don't have to rush because God has everything planned out for my benefit. I don't have to worry about anything since He is in charge. So, once I discovered that I felt relieved, I no longer felt compelled to compete or show off since I now understood that I was in charge of my own time.
So, if anyone else feels the same way I do about being pressured to keep up with other people's schedules or feeling left out, I'll tell you, Do not be concerned about anything because it will all work out for the best, and if it does not, God is still working in our lives. Let us all remember that we each have our timeframe.
Well, stop comparing your timeline to others' because it's different.Let go of the notion that we must accomplish something now because the other person has already done so. Because, in reality, we all have our agendas, and things go according to our preferences.
There is no need to hurry; instead, let us appreciate and treasure each moment of our lives.**We descend at our own pace. There's no rush, just gratitude.**
We are all just on time , not to early not late , just on time.
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TOTGA - The One That Got Away !
I wish I could bring back the time
When everything is fine
And your heart beats for only mine
When things are not absurd
And love is preserved
Some days I prayed Some days I preferred
Whispering unto the air to hold on and not fear in
My love, will you not forget?
Seeing only our silhouette
Quivering hands, you hold me tight
Dancing with all our might
I look into our shadow
I couldn’t find the arrow
That pierced our hearts together
Just a glimpse, you disappear
Leaving without a hint of a trace
A feeling I cannot find to cease
You leave me in a muffled maze
an unfamiliar and forbidden place
In Infinite days, I’ve searched for the retreat in the hymn of love
I find the strength for you is not my profound reality
But to be only part of my fantasy
The last teardrop has fallen and the final word has been spoken.
Our love is but an unwritten script.
Only longing to be fulfilled.
Written with a pen and sealed in my heart. The poem I wrote for the person I desired. The words that echo from the depths of my heart. Reading it twice, I feel sentimental for everything that didn't come to life. Euphoric at first, but making me sad throughout.
If not, maybe, I think all of us have someone we adore. We think of that person that much. They make our hearts flatter; they make our day brighter. Their voice echoes in our ears day and night. Their eyes speak of the black holes we were willing to dive in. The ecstasy we feel as we fantasize about them.
They leave a mark on our hearts; we did not mean to let them in, but it happened suddenly.
I bet some of you here have what we called "The one that got away.
Sad as it was, nostalgic, wasn't it?
Well, I have this one person whom I adore that much. He looks pretty, he seems fine, he gives me butterflies. He's everything an ideal man I could barely imagine. I met him when we were in our senior years. He was my rival. The first time I saw him sitting on that bench, I could not get off my eyes on Him. I cannot let go but just gaze at his alluring eyes.
He was this intelligent, tall, handsome guy who caught my attention; though he is my rival, I can't help but admire him.
Years after, we had the chance to talk in chat, and I feel so thrilled upon knowing that the one I admired before is the one I am chatting with. Months have passed, we became friends, we became comfortable with each other, and we tended to talk about how our day went, what our meal for the day was, and even shared day-to-day experiences.
Things are going well with both of us. We've shared connections more than what we expected from one another. We found the genuine care and affection that we long for.
Yet, days have gone by, and things have changed, leaving me paralyzed. In a blink of an eye, the person I thought would stick to me through thick and thin will only be seen in my dreams. The person I thought that I would share my laugh and stories with suddenly becomes a silhouette.
Nostalgic about the things that didn't eventually work out. But one thing I learned in life is that as people come and go, the right one will surely stay. And our happiness is not tied up to those who left. We decide the vibe we make happiness ourselves.
But if fate would allow us to meet again. I'd like to meet you one day, and maybe that one day will turn into our day one again.
——————🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻———————*Dearest Readers , its been 7 long months of being away . I hope you would still allow me to bother you. 😌*
*Happy reading !*
Feel free to leave your comment if you have experienced it too...
It's been a while ...I hope I can be able to write again...Things are even getting busier now a days 😬😬😬
Laziness or Resting?
It’s been so many weeks since I haven’t posted anything, I have been in a not feeling well state for the last few weeks. After I got my shot of vaccine I decided to rest for a while until my one day turns into few weeks of resting.
Because I've been so overwhelmed with school and other obligations, I've decided to take a break for a bit.
I can count the number of times I've found myself resting but feeling bad afterwards, as if I didn't have the right to rest because my grades aren't that great yet, I still have a lot of schoolwork to finish, I need to work to support myself, and other things like that make me feel awful. Nonetheless, it exhausts and overwhelms me. Throughout the rush and bustle of our modern society, finding leisure may be challenging.
But, at some point in my life, someone made me realize that, at some time in your life, you must take a break to get back on your feet and fight life again. Rest isn't bad; in fact, we required it to replenish our minds and bodies so that we could face life again.
What it means to breathe in our daily hustle?
1. Pamper yourself
When things start to get out of hand and you start to feel worried, go pamper yourself, take a break, treat yourself, go somewhere you've always wanted to go, whether it's a park or a mall, whatever it takes to make you feel calm and enjoy do it. Maybe go on a date with yourself, eat delicious food, get a massage, or get your nails or hair done. Sometimes we become so hard on ourselves, we pushed ourselves too much forgetting that we are only human, forgetting that it is okay to take a break sometimes, forgetting that I too we need to be kind and generous with ourselves. We tend to forget ourselves sometimes since we are too much focused on other people, to what we can offer, to what is needed to be done, to what is being demanded from us, forgetting that we too we need to take good care of ourselves. Giving ourselves a break will not cause us any harm, loving ourselves first means we are ready to give to world. We cannot give what we don’t have, so let us be all gentle with ourselves and show some self-love.
2. Engage yourself with a new hobby
When I'm stressed, I always return to the things that make me happy, to the things that I know I give my full attention to. I also rediscover my hobbies and learn new ones at some point. This will provide me with an outlet for releasing my emotions. Now I'm more interested in traveling and connecting with nature. Going on a hike helps me a lot because, as the saying goes, you can never go wrong with nature. Nature has this emotional healing effect on me; it seems like anytime I get to go on a hike, some things alter, and I learn to enjoy life even more; the higher I go, the more I admire His creation, and the more I am in wonder of what my two eyes can see.
3. Have yourself someone to talk to /trusted friends
It is very necessary that we have someone whom we can talk to, in life we don’t need to trust everyone but at least we have few people whom we can share our triumph and failures.
At some point resting is an option either we break or expand. It is good to breathe sometimes and feel our existence. It is not a crime to breathe in our daily hustle.🌻
Hi , it's been a while since I have posted something 🥲I'm back again 😬 , I don't know if you can still recognize me , still thank you for allowing me to bother you 🌻😬😁
It's been a while since I haven't posted any content... Just regaining some strength to be able to get back on track again 💛 Hope everyone is well 🙂
I received my first dose of vaccine today.
Just dropping by to say hello, and I hope everything is well with everyone.🌻🤎
Chasing His Heart
**Have you ever liked someone, and for him to like you back you’d find things to win his heart.**
You find ways to be close to him/her, you ask him/her basic questions, and you try to speak with him/her. You go out of your way to impress him/her. And as you pursue his or her heart, you descend further and deeper until you reach his or her soul.
What does it mean to be a woman after God’s heart?
**"To seek is to find but to submit is to understand"**
I can count times where I find myself telling these " I am a woman after God’s own heart" I'd even proclaimed it to the world, but later did I realized how truly it is to be a woman after His own heart.
To seek His heart requires endurance. The courage to endure pain and correction along the way. The strength to be obedient on the things He wants you to fulfill. To honour the time, He is preparing for you.
Walking with Him wasn't easy after all, but it satisfies the spirit so much more. There are times when weariness is unpredictable, and you don’t want to hold on. But along with it is the bliss no one could bring, a happiness that can’t be found on earth.
If you want to follow Him, you must be prepared to be surprised by what He does in your heart. He might delve into the deepest parts of you and uncover things you don't want to know about, things that break you, things that you don't you are in denial about, and things that you don't want to deal with.
But He is not the one who forces; He is so gracious that whenever you are ready to open your heart to Him, or whenever you are ready to face the part that breaks you, he will quickly come to you. And the most amazing part is that He will never leave things unfinished, and he certainly never leaves broken pieces alone; He makes it whole again.
You must be willing to take risks or risks nothing as you pursue His love. You must be willing to let go and allow His hands to wrap around your heart until you are ready to face everything.
To be a woman or man after His heart, you must be willing to transform your heart to genuinely see His. To be willing to be empty for Him to sustain you, and to be willing to be healed to truly trust Him. And, to fix your gaze on Him, no matter what life throws at you.
To be a woman or man after God's heart, you must first understand who He is. By strengthening your relationship with Him, allowing Him to guide you, and seeking Him about the things that baffle you. To seek wisdom rather than relying on your knowledge.
You will find Him if you seek him with all your heart, mind, soul, and body, but you’ll understand His heart more if you submit and admit that you needed Him more. And from it we'll learned that everything we hope and desire for will only come to life if we only rely to Him.
As we pursue God's own heart, we are drawn into clearer visions of ourselves and His plan for our lives; we've experienced peace like we've never experienced before; we've discovered love that is unexplainable; we've discovered joy that comes from within; and we've even grown more confident in stepping into the things that we are capable of.
We become the people He created us to be, when we love without expecting anything in return. We evolve into our most ideal selves.
Hi, Thank you for dropping by and allowing we to bother you.Have a great time 🌻
Miracles in Disguise
**Have I ever told you that some unpleasant things can turn into your favor?**
**That some unpleasant things can change your life forever.**
Miracles happen when we least expect them to. Everything does, in fact, work together for the greater good. I'd come to realize that sometimes we describe the unpleasant things we're going through as harsh realities or difficulties that sometimes we don't deserve. Yes, challenging times are hard to manage with; they are extremely unpleasant and cause us a slew of problems.
However, there were times when unpleasant events saved us. It could be God's way of protecting us at times. We just aren't aware of it. If we continue our own, we may miss out on what God has in store for us. When circumstances arise that are beyond our control, we may overlook them or become overwhelmed by them.
We don't even consider what God might be thinking; we only consider the situation. If there is a problem, we see it as such, but beyond our brain, we can imagine the God who sees, the God who knows what He is doing. God really does work for our good. Sometimes our distress can save us; many times, He knows best, but we, with our human thinking, believe that it is best if we do it our way. But, because He is God, He does not want to harm His children, He continue to saved us through His grace and love.
Have you ever been in a relationship only to realize that you two aren't really meant for each other, no matter how much you love each other? Even if you both fight to pursue things, but fate will not always turn out the way you want them to. Or have you ever been in a situation where you want something right away but end up having to wait for years? Or are you fighting against the clock when you know it's not the best time to pursue your goals? When its not your season yet.
Sometimes, a no from God does not mean He will not allow it to happen; sometimes, the delays we experience are ways of telling us that there is more to that. The broken relationship we had makes us realize that there is someone else who deserves you more. Perhaps you're fighting things that aren't yet your season. Maybe now isn't the time. Some things are God's way of saving us, protecting us, teaching us that some things aren't worth fighting for, and that even broken things can be beautiful. Some of life's most difficult experiences teach us the most valuable lessons. Somehow it will change us in some way for the rest of our lives forever.
Life is not always sunny, and there is darkness in the rainbow at times, but you can still make it colorful, and you can still live and be vibrant.
There may be times in your life when God has rescued you and your circumstances have turned out to be miracles disguised. If you have, I'd like to know about it as well. There have been many times when God has saved me, and I am still protected and secured by His grace alone. And if He merely wanted to hurt me, He could and would, but His tremendous love triumphs. I could count the number of times God has performed miracles in my life, and He never ceases to amaze me. He never fails nor forsakes.
*So, tell me about your experiences in life. Tell me when you realized that, yes, that was a heavenly intervention disguised as a miracle. I'm also interested in hearing it.🌻*
`Hi thank you for letting me bother you.Hope you had a great time reading this. All is well ♥️🌻`
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What Matters
“Today, I don’t feel like doing anything , I just want to lay in my bed. “Familiar with that song of Bruno Mars ? The Lazy Song it is, and literally what I am feeling right now.
I am feeling so tired lately feels like I don’t want to do something, you know, you just want to lay in the couch, just facing your phone and scrolling, and just fully resting .
**Can you call it laziness or resting?**
I've been so tired lately that I don't want to do anything; you know, you just want to lay on the couch, face your phone, and browse the internet while completely resting.
Some of you may be able to pinpoint with what I'm saying, while others may not. When I think about schoolwork, I get sick. It’s not that I hate school but rather, I've been so preoccupied that I've forgotten to relax at times. Anyway, I like school and am grateful for the opportunity to go to college.
Despite my lack of motivation right now, I'd like to share with you some of what I learned in school today. We've arrived at the point where we're going to talk about discrimination. So, after some thought, I came to the following conclusion. Again, this is purely based on my own biases.
You are, in some ways, like a butterfly, regardless of color. You are stunning and one-of-a-kind.
We cannot deny that discrimination is extremely common as we delve deeper into the contentious subject of racism. It is not new to us to hear superiority amongst different races. The sad thing is that is causes us no good. It is only bound to look down and discourage someone. Who are we to compare ourselves to other?
As we delve deeper into the divisive topic of racial discrimination, we cannot deny that it is extremely prevalent, that people have suffered far too much, and that as it rises again, we must recognize that their lives, regardless of race or color, are just as important as ours. The amount of melanin in a person's body should not be used to assess the worth of their life. Individuals should not be judged based on their origins or physical appearance. People's attitudes haven't changed much since then; we continue to discriminate against people based on their skin color. The notion of one race being superior to another is currently being challenged.
As Nelson Mandela once said, “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.”
We are all created as distinct individuals with shared interests and living in the same world. Rather than criticizing what we despise, why not imply what we absolutely love? Life's reality is somewhat overwhelming. We each have our own set of characteristics that set us apart. Some may understand, while others may disagree, but we all have one thing in common: we are named to live and we matter. There should be no distinctions between individuals. To solve the problem, we must first educate ourselves and refuse to be dogmatic. By embracing our diverse cultures, we must be willing to overcome preconceptions and stereotypes. We all have a unique existence, we all belong, and we all matter, regardless of who we are.
**I hope that one day, all of these things will come to an end, that our children's children will not have to witness such things because it is such a burden to see, and that they will be able to live in harmony and peace.We all matters and that what matters most.**
Hi thank you for dropping by🌻 All the love. 💙
Discovering the Shack....
**Some movies are intended to entertain us, while others are intended to teach us life lessons**.
Have you watched the Movie “The Shack “?
If you haven't seen it yet, I strongly advise you to do so because there is so much to learn from it. I won't give you any hints about the movie; instead, I'll give you life lessons that you'll undoubtedly remember.
These are the things I have learned and really pierced my heart.
1. **PAIN blinds us.**
When we are in deep pain, all we see is the damage; we are drawn by our emotions and lose sight of the good that is a part of it. Pain is hard, which is why we need to be reminded of God's unending grace, mercy, and love for us. May we be as gracious to others as He is to us, and may we never lose sight of Him no matter what we are going through. May we keep our gaze fixed on Him, knowing that no matter what the circumstances are, He is and will always be the same. He is bigger than the pain we are feeling.
2. **Unresolved pain will cling to us**.
If we don't deal with our pain, it will come back to haunt us. It is necessary in life to deal with the pain that we are carrying. We need to let God and let Go. We must let things slip through our fingers and allow the maker to redeem us. Pain will only distract us from the things that the Lord has planned for us. We were created for a greater purpose, not to carry trash, but to carry what He has for us. We are to love and be loved.
3. **You are Worthy**
Because we are fearfully and wonderfully created. Though there are times when we feel unworthy, insufficient, and make mistakes. God still sees us for who we are, in His eyes , we are unique, just, and beautiful. We are worthy more than our mistakes.
4. **You don't have to do it alone.**
We have a tendency to carry things alone at times, and if you are that person too, well , I can relate to you as I am not always the person who shares my struggles. I won't share because I'm afraid people will judge me. I tend to endure the pain of the burden on my own. Now, this movie reminds me, and will certainly remind me, that I don't have to do things alone, and that I am also meant to share a glimpse of myself with people I trust. This movie teaches me that I have God, but I also have friends and family who love and are willing to help me and not to judge me. In this battle, I have people I can rely on and on whom I can lean, I am not alone and so do you.
5. **We are in a wild, wonderful, and perfectly imperfect process**
When I looked at life from a different perspective. I could only tell it was a combination of salt, pepper, sugar, spice, and everything nice. (LOL) It's a little wild and crazy, but it's also quite beautiful. I find myself in a mess at times, and most of the time I AM A MESS MYSELF. One thing, however, will always serve as a reminder to me that His grace is sufficient. I have a lot to deal with, but when I look at where I am right now, this mess pales compared to the love He has for me. His love is unending, profound, and my only reality. Even though I am in a wild, crazy process, I am still progressing, and I am who He says I am despite my mess. We are in a wild , wonderful and perfectly in process and it is okay.
**These are the few of the things that I personally learned from the movie , I hope while you were reading this one , you can also get some good take away.**
Thank you for reading 🌻 Hope you had a great time 🤎
How Pandemic Change Us
**Who would have predicted we'd be in this situation right now?**
**Wearing a mask is a must!**
**Social distancing!**
**Some businesses are even closing,**
**Universities are transitioning,**
**New normal is occurring.**
It is almost a year now, the pandemic has changed us a lot particularly in our learning system, I could still remember the days entering the gates of our campus. Lurking around the University, enjoying the scent of aromas of the different perfumes and the strong and powerful smell of food at the nearby cafeteria. The booming sounds of the students laughing, shouting, and chatting are all you can hear before the bell strikes. As you enter the classroom, chairs were exquisitely arranged in one spot. Across the windows, the sun's glowing rays carrying light to the building brings a different kind of vibe when studying.
Feeling nostalgic about traditional schooling, digital culture presents new challenges. Many people believe that switching from a face-to-face teaching style to an online modular system is a terrible idea. Nobody expected this to be a roller coaster ride; many encountered difficulties, particularly with internet connectivity, access to a student's laptop or computer, and the pressure to perform well in the face of all the changes.
There are days when adapting to new normal feels like building a whole new world. Familiar with Aladin? If I could only ask a genie, I would probably wish that we could go back in time where we could freely laugh closer with our friends, where we could be in a hurry entering our class because we are late already, where we could hang out in our favorite go to places like the mini forest where, we usually memorize and review our notes ten minutes before the test. Also , eating street foods after class to relieve our stress , after taking an exam is such a great memory to add on.
Vividly, our memories remain still, everything that had happened during those days were engraved in every wall, the misery, the joy, the heartbreak, the anxieties, the kilig moments when we see our professors, everything that had happened back then are never forgotten. Things are no way the same as it was, adapting to this new normal thing could be also interesting but one thing is that we find ourselves in the four corners of our classroom, we find belonginess and happiness.
Some things are never forgotten; they change our lives, they leave us with memories and bliss, and they help us learn. Though some things are no longer the same as they once were, one thing is certain: everything will soon return to normal.
Even though the pandemic caused us a lot of problems, it also taught us to value time, friendship, and life. The way this pandemic affects us changes our perspective, giving us the courage to continue living life despite the hardship it has caused. We don't know how long this thing will last, but one thing is certain: it will all come to an end.
What we can do is move forward and work harder to achieve our goal. With faith and courage, we can overcome this Pandemic; shortly, we will see our friends in the classroom again; soon, we will be able to talk without the mask bothering us; and soon, we will hang out with friends like there's no tomorrow. Things will be fine in due time.
This new way of learning is just a new chapter throughout our lives as students; we don't know how long this pandemic will last, but we know that we will experience joy when we are at school, and when everything is fine, we can go back and finish our adventure.
All is well 🤎 All will be alright in time 😊🌻
Join me and my journey as I write more. 🤍🤍 Thank you for dropping by and reading this one. Hope you had a great time , thank you.🖤🖤
Do the Writing....
*Have you ever wanted to achieve something but couldn't find the motivation to do it?*
*Have you ever struggled to reconnect with the things you enjoy in the past?*
I was a member of our school paper during my high school years, and it was a privilege for me to be able to write since writing is one of my hobbies. However, since entering college, I've been so preoccupied with schoolwork that I've never had time to write. Until I lose the motivation to do so.
Fortunately, I was able to get back on track; while I am still not always motivated to write, this platform has helped me rediscover my love for writing.
**You might agree with me if you can relate to my desire to reconnect with my passion for writing**.
Writing takes time, sometimes coming up with a title takes hours, making the body takes much longer, even writing the conclusion takes forever.
**Now the question is how to get started?**
Usually, the hardest of all is to begin. Things like deciding what topic to write about or what term to use, generate a lot of headaches. However, when I'm more myself, my thoughts begin to roll, and I don't care what words I use , I just continue writing. You don't have to be like anyone else to be able to write; you just need be yourself. Your writing style and approach towards writing varies from person to person, as do your perceptions of the event, your beliefs, and your experiences.
**So just be yourself**. Determine what you really want to write about, whether it's a life experience, a fictional story, a love story, or something else. Determine what you love, and your thoughts about it will eventually follow.
When you have an idea, write it down. Don't worry about the grammar; just let it out. Simply write whatever you want, with all your heart, and you will never go wrong.
**Now, the real question is how to reconnect with writing**?
To be honest, it must always come from the heart; when you put your heart into it, writing becomes so easy. I'm not a professional writer, but I believe that being passionate about something will keep you going. Yes, you will be tired or demotivated at times, but if you love what you do, you will find ways to reconnect with it and never let it flop.
If reconnecting is difficult, identify the reason why you lost that enthusiasm, remember the things that once led you to writing or perhaps, try to read some books, or even articles, try to learn new things through reading, some people will lead us back to what we love. And I proved it when I read some write-ups from my favourite authors; reading their works gives me the motivation that if they can do it, why can't I? Why can't you?
Writing helps in so many ways. Sometimes we can't say what we really want to say, so writing is a great way to release the thoughts that are caging in our minds, to release burdens that we don't want to share with anyone. To express feelings that you wish you had expressed. We can be our most authentic selves when we write. When no one else is around, a pen is a friend and companion for myself; it never judges, it simply wants to let everything out until I am okay again.
So, if you're feeling unmotivated to write right now, just be yourself and reconnect with your passion. Just let your thoughts come out and **DO THE WRITING**.
Hi , I hope you've get some nuggets from reading this one . 🌻Thank you for dropping by and allowing me to bother you. 💙
Uncertain???
Are there any aspects of your life that you are unsure about?
Things like, "What should be my next step?"
Or am I on the right track?
What should I do now?
Even before I started college, I had the feeling that I wasn't sure what course I wanted to take. I am still undecided even at the last minute of enrollment. Though my mind is still fighting, I chose the path in which I believe I am most hopeful. (slight)
**WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW?**
As I begin my college career, I am unsure of what will come my way; sometimes things do not go as planned; and at times, as a student, I wonder if I am still on the right track. Is this something I want to do? or I'm still loving, what am I doing? Sometimes I just wonder, what's next after this? What will my future be like? Things like this would sometimes haunt me and resonate in my mind.
**AM I IN THE RIGHT TRACK ?**
Are you the same person who asked the same question I did? Is this the right path for me? As I continue in my chosen career, I can count the number of times I have asked myself, "Is this thing right for me?" There are times when I just want to give up and change course, I'm tired of doing this, that feeling that you are not motivated anymore, and that feeling of I don't want to do it any longer. When exhaustion sets in, things become so simple to answer maybe this isn't what I want, maybe I'm not meant for this. And just like that, we've lost our courage.
Indeed, we cannot deny that uncertainty causes us to worry about things. It bothers us every day, and we won't be satisfied until we get an answer, right? We are easily worried, and we are easily frustrated. You might be able to relate to me if you are someone who over thinks a lot like me. You know, there are times when I find myself thinking incessantly about things that seem to bother me. It's so easy to tell yourself that everything will be fine and that there's no need to worry, but it's so difficult to act on it.
**WHAT SHOULD BE MY NEXT STEP?**
After all these things , what should be next ? Should I look for a job ? Should I go abroad ? or should I rest a little longer ? What now ?
So many questions that’s seeks for answer, so many thoughts that are left unattended. So many ideas that are echoing in the mind.
Yet , day to day, as I kept on battling on my uncertainties , it taught me some valuable lessons in life, it taught me to trust in the process , to always hold on to my abilities and to fully trust Him. To trust the unknown and never question . **That should be my next step.**
Yes, some things in life are difficult to foresee at times, but we don't always have to make our own predictions. Sometimes all we must do is put our faith in the captain of the ship to take us wherever he wants to go. Allow Him to lead, and we'll take a step back and trust Him. Things may not always go our way but knowing that He oversees everything gives us the certainty that we will arrive at our destination shortly.
It's alright to be confused or uncertain at times since we know that the one who created us knows best. He has greater plans for our lives than we do for ourselves. He oversees our today, tomorrow, and future. What we need to do is give everything to Him and always trust the process; it may not be easy now, it may require a lot of courage at times, and we may encounter a lot of challenges along the way, but bigger things are undoubtedly in store for us in the end. So, if there are any remaining doubts in life, let us all cling to the comfort that the one who made us understands everything and will never fail us. He is certain.
Thank you for your time reading this one.🌻 .Hope you had a good time. Anyway , Thank you for allowing me to bother you 😊 🌻
E-F-I-L , read it backwards ...
*Have you ever been on a roller coaster ride?*
*Because, if you've ever ridden it, how did it feel?*
*Did you shout and scream?*
*Did it turn your world upside down? or was it even worse?*
*So, tell me about your experience.*
To be honest, I've never tried riding a roller coaster. I wanted too, because I wanted to experience the thrill of it.
Maybe some of you haven't been on a roller coaster ride yet. But instead went into a roller coaster of emotion. (right?)😬
Life, as it is, is like riding a roller coaster, as someone who has experienced it he/ she knows that riding it , is not just about fun , yet it is also overcoming fear. As with life, it has its ups and downs, just like a roller - coaster ride.
Throughout today’s modern rapid changes, we cannot neglect the fact that we face new challenges every day. Some people see life as a battle. Every encounter is a struggle, and if they don't win, it feels like the end of the world. As just a result, for others, life can be an exciting adventure to partake in. Every day is filled with opportunities to explore, and if something unpleasant occurs, there is always tomorrow to fight back.
Life could mean anything to someone, and challenges could also be present to anyone. The truth is that life is not just Netflix, popcorn, and cola, where you can just sit and chill. Sometimes, it’s more like a bottle champagne. The longer it’s stocked, the tastiest it becomes.
Just how life works, the longer we live on earth, the longer for us to need to some endurance, the more strength is needed, the more we need to buckle up courage and boldness in what ever life may throw us. The truth is no one is spared from distress of life, but everyone can roll the punches or make an action to live a better life. Adversities in life may sometimes unpredictable, but we ourselves can anticipate the answers to our own problem. Whether we decide to solve the problem or let the problem solved us. (LOL)
But surely none of the trials in life we cannot surpass if truly we believed that there is **HOPE**.
**HOPE even in the unseen**. We only need to have the right people to remind us that we are capable enough of doing things. We must always remind ourselves that no matter what we are going through, what matters is how we processed it. We hold the key to surpass our adversities, taking control over it. It is always good to know that we that we have control over our adversities in life and whatever it is, we take ownership. Whenever life may lead us, we should always clothe ourselves with endurance along the way.
**Faith to the one who created all things on earth, we may find hope in Him as we find hope in our circumstances to transcend. Faith in Him in that whatever path we take in, He knows everything. Faith in Him that even how big is the mountain is, we can surely move it. Faith that would allow us to trust Him more even if life is not easy to deal with.**
Life’s a never-ending learning, it’s a never-ending journey, sometimes the road is curved, bumpy, wide, and narrow, but along with it comes an exciting adventure that awaits. At the end, we always aim for victories and adversities has no hold on us.
So, let us all be brave in the face of whatever comes our way. Whatever the case may be, maintain your strength and never give up.
Hi , thank you for dropping by ☺️ . Thank you for allowing me to bother you .❣️
Not a Cinderella Story....
***I am no Cinderella but when the clock strikes at 12:00 p.m. tick-tock,tick -tock... BONG****!!*
12:00 midnight hits different. I became a much a more alive human , a night owl they call it.
It's always been a problem for me since my day begins at 12:00 a.m., which is unusual, isn't it? When everyone is resting soundly and that the only noise you can hear is the hum of the electric fan along with the snore of someone who is most likely dreaming. How I envy them, those who fall asleep just within a second.
3.2.1, here I am, wide-eyed. Who can relate to what I'm going through? Raise your toe!! I'd like to raise a toe with you. Just kidding, but could you please give me some good tips on how to sleep early? Because I desperately needed to sleep for 8 hours straight during the night.
Anyway, my mind won't stop thinking, my thoughts are scrawled, I don't even know what to write, but I kept writing anyway. I am still awake, and my mind is bugging me. The room is dark, and the aircon gives me chills, good thing I have my fleece blanket with me to hug as no one hugs me like it does. (LOL)
I kept looking out of the window since I could see the strobing lights due to the lightning, and just like that, something pops up. Well, it came to mind, this wistful feeling. I get nostalgic thinking about the things I used to be passionate about.
I remember the days when I was so driven about things, like how much motivation I've put into my arts, such as how I loved to sharpen my pencil and make it as sharp as it was, how I enjoyed going to the National book store to look for some sketch pad along with all the Gtech that makes me feel like a true architect, oh I remember how inclined I am to read books like a bookworm, the smell of an old book gives me the feeling that one day I am going to be published mine.
Oh, how I remember writing poems about people; one day, out of nowhere, I'd write a poem about how much romantic excitement he gave me and how his smiles brightened my entire mood, cringe, right?
How I also missed my core friends, the ones who used to make me laugh at silly things, the ones who used to consult me when they had problems, the ones with whom I used to share my thoughts and desires. My travel plans with, my hopes for the ministry, and my plans for life. It's funny how we talked about things like how we'd feel if we had our own family one day. And I'm just wondering if some of them are gradually heading down that road. It's funny how our simple conversations are gradually becoming reality. But you should probably ask if I've fallen in love. How can I possibly fall in love when I can't even sleep? (sigh)
Some things you want to restore to, feel again, make again, but things aren't always the same. You can either cultivate your current interests or discover new ones. Things in life are meant to be treasured, such as the season you used to have with your friends, the good things you've shared together, because none of them will ever return to where they were before, but it is possible to make new ones. An existing longing that will always haunt you but will also give you the feeling that I should value and cultivate everything that I have because one day all of these things will soon be forgotten.
Just like Cinderella, the clock strikes at 12 :00 everything goes back, I hope too I had that clock, to bring back those things that I truly love , but also like Cinderella I also wanted to stop the clock hoping those times where she feel like herself most best also won’t stop.
Agony and Ecstasy of Life...
Things began to flood my lungs with salt water , upon diving on my own ocean of all the things I have been into.
As I am heading towards the other side of the street somebody confronted me out of nowhere uttered these words ***"you seem very happy, yet I feel loneliness is bothering you”***, out of my surprised I don't know what to act and how to feel ,I just smiled and replied. ***"Why do you say so I am happy, see I’m even laughing now***.
It's funny how he slapped me with those ***words."You can laugh and smile all you want, but it won't change a thing. "Your eyes speak for oneself; there's no need to cover it up,***" he added, running straight towards the approaching vehicle. He pleads goodbye and leave me hanging with a sad eye and a confused mind. But it moved me, and I began to wonder. What went wrong, and why am I unhappy? or I just don't feel like I belong in this world.
There were moments I don’t ever mentioned about my loneliness and how I mourned about things. How sadness visits me in a crowded places full of happy human beings.
I lied when I say that I’m fine where in fact there are days in my life , even if just simple things exhaust my strength.
***“She’s barely hanging on, grabbing whatever she can to keep it together for another day. She doesn't think about next week or next month; she only thinks about today. That's what she keeps telling herself. That's how she's made it this far. “***
Sometimes you're just tired of things and you just want to put on a happy face to get through the day. Its addicting how you just want to be just with yourself numbing everything , until you feel nothing at all.
Familiar with the term , Fake it untill you make it? Sometimes it helps a lot. Faking your smile, faking your happiness, it all seems so hard until it’s done. And all of that was just the other side of life because we aren’t always well. And it is totally fine to be not okay at times, as we are only human.
**"You seem very happy, yet I feel loneliness is bothering you”,** as I kept walking and these phrases were still running inside my head, I just realized that truly, **I am lonely but not totally alone**. As I walked into our dormitory, I can hear my friends bursting into laughter as they watched a movie.
*And suddenly I realize, " yeah, sometimes I breakdown, I become weary, I become lonely, but I do have friends, I have my family, I am not alone in this fight.*
*Often we overlook those people who are there for us to help , quite often we simply hide all the emotions that we had, once we become tired, we isolate ourselves, neglecting those people who are there to love us, those people that are willing to listen with our endless drama in life, those people who are there for us. There are those who more than willing to share a piece of their hearts. Sometimes we measure happiness by what makes us comfortable, by the materials things that sometimes fail us, not realising that there is more to that.*
My point in writing this is that, yes, we have moments in life when we feel like we are all alone fighting our own problem , we feel sad at some point , we carry extra baggages on our own, we tend to hide sadness, we feel lonely, **but we should also remember** that when we feel like the world is falling apart and there's no one to help, let's not forget that we have people in our lives who love and care for us, we just need to let them in, we need to open up ourselves. We have them , our friends and our loved ones. ♥️
It's okay not to be okay, but it's even more fine not to carry the entire world on our back and not let anyone recognize it.
*Happiness is all around you; all you have to do is allow yourself to experience it.*
*To whoever might see this. 😊 Thank you for reading . I hope everything is well with you despite the circumstances you are facing. 🤍 All is well !*
Just keep going!
I have always enjoyed trying new things, even if it means stepping outside of my comfort bubble. To spend my entirety of Sunday morning basking in the sun wandering and taking trips, grasping some fresh air to breathe. Getting to the zenith, witnessing picturesque places, watching the crystal-clear river flow will always be my favourite.
When I was a year old, I discovered the true way to walk, and for the rest of the summer days that followed, I was never still for a second. I am aware that I am an adventurous child, yet I am also quite vulnerable.
I was drawn to many adventures. I recall Tina, my cousin, and I sneaking out of the house to go to our friends' place to play "hide and seek, tag, then, riding on the spathe of a coconut tree sliding into a mountain-made mud would complete our day.
I started school when I was four and a half years old. Since my sister works so hard to teach me, I have never felt intimidated, as soon as I entered the room, I felt the sense of fun and excitement towards learning. I was compelled to read books because I needed more. So, much more. So, I began my deep delve into studying, and my love for studying grew to the point where I would rather read than play.
My mother describes me as a young woman who is self-sufficient. I have been able to go to school by oneself since the first day. I would join competition alone, I would discover ways to generate money and meet my necessities; for instance, I would sell quail eggs, just anything to have extra allowance. Since then, I would tell myself I was ready for anything.
As I grew older, I have realized that life is not always daisies and butterflies, it is not always fun, at some point it is more about enduring and thriving; it is like climbing a mountain; the harder you strive to reach the top, the more obstacles you will face. I was not born into a family of millionaires who sat around with wealth in their pockets. There are no ivory and gold accents in our house, and no marble arches leaning against our pillars. But Love is always present amidst strong circumstances.
Despite the difficulties I was facing, I knew deep down in my heart that things will eventually turn around in my favor. Yes, I had a hard time! Yes, it was difficult, but those challenges and circumstances strengthened my desire and add more courage to see confront life and thrive for what I was meant to do. To feel afraid to do new things but still does it anyway. To step on the pedestal with knees shaking but still stand high and tall. Fighting my way to reach my dream.
its been a while since life make its own way of living
things are new to eyes and old memories, now im still seeking
i know amidts the joy and laughter something is really missing
thou im aware of the changes and what is lacking ... somewhat i asked
can i still go back to that familiar longing
or leave my shadow empty and hanging.
@wittyscrivener
