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Today is the birthday of the my eldest daughter Monty. As I sit in my new workplace alone as it is still early, I can't help but reflect the fact that it has been 8 years since I became a father and my life hasn't been the same since.  I grew up practically living for myself, doing things for my satisfaction and my fulfillment. Later, I realized that a purposeful life is one that is lived for God. I was steered to the right path and it was all good. Then I was blessed with a lifetime companion and it made the journey lighter and enjoyable. On September 28, 2004, we were gifted with our first child and it became all the more meaningful. Now I am living for God, my wife and my two daughters and I am truly happy. Whatever this journey will bring me, I know that I just have to face it because it is just not me anymore, but it's for them too.

I am on the 12th day of a two-week break from work. Everything happened so fast these past two months that before I got a real sense of what's happening, I left my previous company already and is moving on to another. To think that it was never part of my 2012 plans! But anyway, decision's made, everything has fallen into place and the transition is under way. Now I am enjoying every single minute of being jobless and a house body.  I am not just lying around though because lately, I have been experiencing a lot of non specific illnesses that I truly believe is attributable to my increasing body weight. I resolved to go on diet and do some exercise. I am feeling a little bit lighter so far since I started and it's giving me the drive to push further. It would not hurt to have a healthy body as I assume new responsibilities. Mentally, I have unloaded my mind of all the stresses of the previous work and just filling it up with optimism for the job ahead. Watching...

Excerpts from an incredible interview by Paul Bradshaw with Rick Warren, "Purpose Driven Life " Author and Pastor of Saddleback Church in California. His wife now has cancer, and he now has "wealth" from the book sales. Rick said: People ask me, what is the purpose of life? And I respond: In a nutshell, life is preparation for eternity. We were made to last forever, and God wants us to be with Him in Heaven. One day my heart is going to stop, and that will be the end of my body-- but not the end of me. I may live 60 to 100 years on earth, but I am going to spend trillions of years in eternity. This is the warm-up act - the dress rehearsal. God wants us to practice on earth what we will do forever in eternity. We were made by God and for God, and until you figure that out, life isn't going to make sense. Life is a series of problems: Either you are in one now, you're just coming out of one, or you're getting...

Yesterday, I finished revising the last requirement for my MBA in Health. It is a wonderful feeling to realize that two years have passed and I was able to finish yet another course, my fourth specialty! Now I am more confident to seat with the business executives in Makati without having to wonder what the hell are they talking about when they speak about market size and growth, financial impacts, brand equity and other business lingo. I will now understand where they are coming from and how a business should run. Who would have thought that one day, I will be in the company of 'men in ties and suits"? A 'probinsiyano' from a place my former classmate call "isang dipa na lang, langit na!" is now one of those hastily walking in the streets of the Makati business district. This was not part of my kindergarten speech "when I grow up, i want to be..."! But, as a faithful sheep to my Lord and Shepherd, I believe everything has a purpose and...

I just remembered that I have not posted any in this blog for almost 3 months now. The demands of my present job have been so hectic that my mind cannot seem to find an inspiration to write something. I am starting my blog activity this year with a relevant article from my idol Francis Kong. He always seems to know what I am going through most of the time. Be inspired! TOO BUSY, TOO BUSY, TOO BUSY by Francis Kong  A FRENCH PROVERB SAYS: “None so busy as those who do nothing.” But what about being too busy all the time? The truth is if you are too busy to relax, then you are too busy. Technology is a big culprit behind the reason why we become so busy. Just think about this: Do you remember the predictions about the paperless office and the leisure society? Between 1999 and 2002 global use of paper increased by 22% and we now seem to have less spare time than ever. We are also sleeping less than we used to, down from 9 hours per day in 1900 to 6.9 hours t...

I recently went back to Singapore for a 3-day work-related matter. Most of my free time there was spent walking around the business district of the city and doing so brought back the longing of permanently staying there for some time. I just so like the city, maybe because it seem so peaceful and orderly, and the people look decent and disciplined. These are the traits that are obviously lacking in our country that is probably why I am attracted to this land of Merlion. The ongoing political spectacle involving former president GMA makes me want to leave the country even more. I find it ridiculous and disappointing. It just highlights how our political and justice system have become so tainted and unbelievable. I don’t like the former president. Based on the issues she faced during her term, she doesn’t seem to be a trustworthy and honest politician and leader. Her credibility is far out. But I still recognize the fact that she was the country’s president for alm...

My becoming a parent is my biggest achievement so far. It's the best experience ever but it isn't as simple as it seems. Raising children can be very stressful and difficult, but for every hypertension episode or every cent spent, at the end of the day, a kiss and a hug from the little ones will make it all worth it. My daughters are 6 and 5 years old respectively. They are smart and beautiful beings who never fail to make me realize how blessed my life is. My wife who will forever be my bestfriend shares this happiness of having a wonderful family. Before becoming a father, my life centered on my needs and wants. When my daughters were born, I learned quickly that my needs have become secondary. Now, there remains to be only one choice when push comes to shove, my family. Marriage and being a parent made me choose to dedicate my life to God and to the lives that are now connected with mine. With the joys of parenthood come difficult situations too. Challenges are...