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Celebrating Another Year

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Last Friday marked another trip around the sun, and as I sit down to reflect, I can’t help but feel grateful for all the moments—big and small—that have shaped me over the past year. Birthdays have always been a mix of emotions for me, a blend of excitement, nostalgia, and quiet contemplation.

This year, my celebration was simple and intimate, surrounded by family, love, and good food. No grand parties or extravagant plans—just heartfelt conversations, laughter, and a warm sense of home. Sometimes, the best way to honor another year of life is by embracing the little things that bring us joy.

Looking back, this past year has been one of growth. I’ve explored new places, dived deeper into my passions, and allowed myself the grace to take things slow. I’ve learned to appreciate the beauty of moving at my own pace—whether in reading, in life, or in pursuing goals. There’s no rush, no race, just the journey itself.

As I step into this new chapter, I hope to continue embracing the unknown with curiosity, to find joy in the ordinary, and to surround myself with stories—both the ones I read and the ones I create in my own life. If this past year has taught me anything, it’s that time is best spent doing what makes your soul feel alive.

So here’s to another year of adventures, of books that keep me up at night, of laughter that lingers long after the moment has passed, and of love in all its wonderful forms.

Happy belated birthday to me! ♡

Golden Year: 28 on the 28th

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Today, I turn the same age as my birthdate which makes this year as my golden year. I never knew about this until my cousin told me a couple of days ago that that’s what it’s called and it all just clicked — this year has been really good to me so far. I know the first quarter of 2022 is only about to end, but I really feel that 2022 is going to be a year of redemption for me! I know that whatever it is that’s happening in my life right now, my successes and happiness is a result of everything I’ve worked hard for in the past years, but it’s still nice to think that the universe is conspiring enough for me to be as happy as I can be. Continue reading →

27 Years

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I just turned 27 yesterday! If you would ask me 10 years ago what I envisioned my life to be at 27, I’m not sure what I would have told you, but I’m sure that I wouldn’t have envisioned my life to be the way it is right now. I could have told that I envision myself practicing whatever it is that I’ve learned in those four years in college. I would have never, in a million years, envisioned myself becoming a writer in any form or field. I have always loved writing and it was a dream to work as a writer, but I was never given the chance to study any course related to it as my parents thought I would never get to earn enough as one. Ten years ago seems so far away, my 17-year-old self would have been shocked to know who and what I’ve become, but I hope she’s proud of me. Continue reading →

26 Titles Since Year 1

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It’s my birthday today, and this quarantine kind of sucks because I can’t celebrate it with the one person I would have loved to spend it with but I just keep in mind that this is all for the best. We need to stay separated for a while now, so that we can spend more birthdays together in the future.

For the past couple of years, I’ve been doing blog posts about the lessons I’ve learned in my x number of years here on Earth. This year, I thought that maybe I could tweak the concept a little because to be honest, I’m running out of lessons to take note of. Not that I do not learn new things anymore, but it’s just so hard to jot them down year after year. Also, to be honest, I feel like most of the lessons I write were carried over from the past year. So yeah, that concept kinda gets boring in time.

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Twenty-Third

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The day of my birthday, I was running around Makati to fix my requirements. I’ve recently resigned from my first job and I’m going start with my new job on Monday, so I’m both nervous and excited.

I tried to complete all the things I needed during the first two days of this week so that I could have the last remaining days for rest and reading. I’ve learned a lot of things in the past year and I can absolutely say that I’ve changed in some ways.

I’m just so thankful that I have so many awesome souls around me that usually helps me get up and still grind throughout each day. Life may be a little bit tough, but hey, life and most things usually gets tough before it even gets better and that should be enough for all of us to keep going.

I’m 23 now, and I still can’t believe it. In this post, I just wanted to thank everyone who has been there for me through all the good and bad and most especially God for giving me so many blessings that I know I may sometimes overlook or take advantage of.

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March 28, 2016: Twenty Second

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I can’t believe that just like that, it’s already been 22 years. Looking back, it seems like it was only yesterday when I keep complaining about how school is stressing the shit out of me and now, it’s been almost two years since I graduated and I’m still finding myself and learning so many things about life and the ‘real’ world.

It just feels so crazy looking back at how long I’ve been roaming this world and what’s crazier is that I don’t feel that it’s been that long already. Twenty two years. Wow, I’ve been through a lot and I can’t imagine that somehow, I survived everything and I’m still about to face so much more. With that, I’ve compiled 22 things I’ve learned and here they are:

  1. You don’t have to have it all figured out. Your 20s is all about enjoying life, exploring and learning new things.
  2. Cut out toxic people in your life. If they keep trying to pull you down, you don’t need them.
  3. Invest in relationships worth investing. If these people support you and help you grow as a person, keep them and further nurture your relationship with them. Family, friends, colleagues, boyfriend/girlfriend.
  4. Always think positive.
  5. What others think of you isn’t important. It’s none of your business and it should not drag you down.
  6. Your failures doesn’t define you, what defines you is how you stood up and tried again.
  7. Never compare your experiences with others’.
  8. Pursue your passion. Always do what you think is best for you, if it doesn’t go as planned, who cares? The thing is, you tried.
  9. Never be terrified of taking a break from the rest of the world.
  10. You cannot please everyone. You will be criticized and judged in everything you do, just accept it and continue to do things that will make you and your loved ones happy.
  11. Let yourself be heard.
  12. Do not let the negativity of the world consume you.
  13. Always trust your instincts.
  14. Learn from your mistakes. There is no point in regretting what is already said and done.
  15. Always take a moment to stop and notice the little things that can make you happy.
  16. Stop thinking too much of the future and live in the ‘now’.
  17. If it makes you happy, do it.
  18. It’s never a bad thing to put yourself first.
  19. It’s never too late to start anew.
  20. When God closes a window, know that he is about to open a gate.
  21. No obstacle is ever too hard when you have faith in Him.
  22. The only constant thing in this world is change and all we have to do is accept all the changes and keep moving forward. We may usually not see it clearer at the moment, but rest assured, it’s all for the best.

There are really no words to describe how blessed and thankful I feel to be surrounded by awesome people. I cannot really pinpoint when and where it started, and how, but somehow, I woke up one day with a big smile on my face and realized that there are so many things to be thankful about. Truly, God always has a better plan for each and every downfall. I woke up one day and despite the stress, I know that I am happy and that this is all worth the wait and the struggle and the hurt. I finally understood, I finally know who and what I am waking up for. I may not have it all figured out yet, but I know that I will, soon.