dreaming BIG

“Nurture your mind with great thoughts, for you will never go any higher than you think.” – Benjamin Disraeli

I dream BIG. Though my dreams change on my maturity level, they’re always BIG.

At least big for me…

When I was a little girl, I dreamt of becoming a lawyer. Not just any lawyer, but a big shot one fighting hard-core criminals and corrupt corporate and government leaders.  I even wrote in my life’s prediction that I was assassinated at the age of 60 by a billionaire tycoon whom I’ve imprisoned.

When I was not so little anymore, I dreamt of being a singer, a successful recording artist to say the least.  I was in a band for quite sometime and loved singing even until this day.  I would imagine myself having an acoustic concert, singing songs I wrote, with an audience who adores me and appreciates me for my God-given talents.

When I grew up a little, I dreamt of becoming a missionary.  To be a full time Church worker.  Or maybe a pastor’s wife who’s very much involve in the ministry.  I visualized dangerous mission fields, tiring bubt very spiritually rewarding chores, challenging ministries.

Around 7 yrs ago, I dreamt of being a wife to the man I am madly in love with. Have a grand wedding. Live in a nice big home with loving and adorable kids. Have a stable career that I’m passionate about.  Have at least 1 car.  Leisure travelling at least once a year. 

Now, I dreamt of my baby boy (who’s still inside my tummy) of becoming an athlete, a genius, and a rock star.  I envision sports tournaments, quiz bees, and concerts.  I’m the cool, supportive, and very proud mom to all of these events. 

The results?

I became a teacher.  A very fulfilled and passionate teacher.

To this very day, I sing for my family and friends.  And yes, they love and appreciate my God-given talents every time.

I was an active youth leader in our Church, local and national youth gatherings. I attended national camps where I led and counseled a lot of young people.  I was our church’s Sunday School Superintendent for 2 years.

Just last June, I married one of my high school best friends.  We now live in a very comfy house here in Nuvali, Laguna. I’m pregnant with our first baby.  I’m with Convergys, a company I love to work with.  We have a van and a motorcycle.  And we’ve had some fun and memorable travels.

As for my baby? Only God knows…  But with the trending of my dreams, I’m already grateful and happy. 

I may never achieve any of the BIG dreams that I have, but God gave me so much more and I know He will keep on giving me so much more.  The world may see things differently but I know, that God’s will is best… will always be.

Cheers!

thank You LORD!

When GOD grants your heart's desires, it's a confirmation that your prayers are in line with HIS will... what an amazing feeling!


It was July 18, 2011 when me and my husband happily confirmed that I am pregnant.  Ever since, family and friends have been asking us what do we like as our first born, a boy or a girl? and my answer has always been... "a healthy baby. but if i have a say, I want a boy".


Last Saturday, October 22, 2011, the doctor confirmed that it's a boy! nante and i were beaming with joy! what a wonderful feeling for our heart's desires to be granted...


And as the doctor explained to us the details of the congenital anomaly scan results, i can't help but whisper a "thank You Lord" for every information she gave...


brain distribution and development is normal --- thank You LORD!
your baby is not blind --- thank You LORD!
nose and palate, normal, no cleft --- thank You LORD!
heart development and location, normal, BPM 154 --- thank You LORD!
internal organs, normal and developing well --- thank You LORD!
spine, normal --- thank You LORD!
arms and legs, normal --- thank You LORD!
fingers and toes, complete ---thank You LORD!
gender, male --- thank You LORD!!!


yes, it was an  exhilarating experience and feeling. The gender of the baby was actually a bonus.  Knowing it was healthy and safe inside me was more than enough for me and my husband.  We clung to every bit of information that the doctor was narrating.  She looked a bit bored and uninterested, but it was more than music to me and nante's ears.


the last information that the doctor explained was that i have a low lying placenta which makes me prone to bleeding.  I can't be tired nor stressed. I should not walk nor stand too long.  I should always be slow in all my movements.  This didn't wipe the grins in our faces (well it did a little on nante's face, but not mine, hehe!).  My baby is healthy and safe --- thank You LORD!

blog revival

A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life. – Charles Darwin

I miss writing…

Because of a very special blessing inside my tummy, I have to file for a medical leave to get proper rest. I guess circumstances would remind us of our passions and gives us time to enjoy doing it again…

Thus this blog revival…

Updates on ME:

Currently, I’m happily married to one of my high school best friends (we got married last June 12 this year) and a soon to be mom to our baby come March next year. We live in a nice modest house here in Avida Settings, Nuvali with Inday our helper and Lestat our baby labarador.  I’m an Operations Supervisor at Convergys Nuvali.

I’m surviving the amazing journey of pregnancy (Im on my 18th wk now).  Experienced almost if not all, the fascinating yet discomforting symptoms of it since week 1. Thanks to a great support system, loving hubby, concerned family and friends, and a very accommodating OB, they make it “happy bearable” for me.

Since I moved with Nante (my loving hubby), I’ve learned how to cook and be very domesticated.  It was quite a challenge since I was used to being pampered at home or buy ready to eat food when away from home for work.  Yes I was used to cleaning up my own room and space but being truly domesticated takes more than that.  But here I am, enjoying every bit of being a wife at home – cooking, cleaning (thanks Inday for being a great helper), and just simply taking care of Nante and baby in the tummy.

But I miss work too. I miss my agents and friends.  And believe it or not, I miss the pressure! Hahaha! Oh well, I’m a working gal, what can I do?  Hope I can get back soon…

That’s it for now…

Cheers!