Glass half full or half empty?

0 admonition(s) by yours truly maritesser around 9:22 PM

What a Monday...

I had an appointment today with upper management at 9:15 AM regarding the status of my position within the company. So many thoughts running through my mind. I've "grown up" with this company...been there since I was 20. God is good, my position was saved. On the one hand, I praise the Lord for a a job. Today's market in just about everything is so volatile. On the other hand, can't help but continue to fantasize what it would've been like to get my severance package, collect unemployment and be home more for my family. Gosh I've changed...I never thought I would yearn to be a stay home mom =) Either way, I'm trying to focus on what He has in store. Although its going to get tougher at work, I'm sure He will sustain me the either way...He always has.
To close the evening, went to a wake for a 36 day old baby. Baby Sarah Ilagan. May the Lord's perpetual light shine on her and may she rest in peace. She was stunning. Absolutely precious. On the one hand, it hurt to see her parents and siblings and see her in her white gown in her tiny white coffin. On the other hand, she passed on Friday, August 15, the feast of the Assumption. She joined out Heavenly Father in the arms of Mama Mary. What a way to go.
Regardless...half full, half empty...blessings all around. Its what we make of it. Its how we try to see light in the darkness. Sometimes its easier...sometimes its harder. With faith, we find solace in accepting and understanding His perfect plan. Patience. Its in His time...all will unfold, a little at a time...much like a rosebud. Its more about taking in the fragrance of its sweet scent rather that in blooming fast.
What a day.

 

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when the mind can't handle it, the body will...

0 admonition(s) by yours truly maritesser around 12:33 PM

UGH...I came back to work today after being off yesterday... and all that things so far since the beginning of the month...I'm cold, my throat hurts, my back feels every chill.

I no wanna be sick! I have Sesame Place tomorrow with Cooks and my boys!

 

Smiles...

0 admonition(s) by yours truly maritesser around 8:30 PM

Its been some time that I've smiled like I have lately...God is GOOD. He heard my cry, He knew how heavy my heart was and blessed me with overwhelming LOVE!!!

  • FINALLY had Papa's 1 year death anniversary celebration on his birthday. It was weird...it was like reliving the day we buried him, but not as heavy. It was overwhelming all over again to see the support of family and friends, but it was great. HARD, but lighter...ahhh!
  • Attended Maia's Bridal Shower =) what a BEAUTIFUL shower. I think I've attended my fair share of bridal showers and this one totally stood out. The love of the Moms and the bridal party, the excitement bouncing off the walls, the beautiful smiles of the bride and groom...giggle!
  • Monday, August 18, 2008 is THE DAY when we find out at work whether we stay or go...phew!
  • Attended my first "Tea Party" with a few fabulous women celebrating Anne's last few weeks pregnant before baby girl #2 arrives. To be around other women married or married with children...ahhh!
  • Finally! Had our surprise despedida for Miss Stacy Got It Goin Ong! No more lies, stuttering or random responses! To see Stacy's facial expressions..THAT was a myriad of emos =)...hehee!
  • I went to the WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW today as their guests were REV RUN and his wife Justine. Went with 3 stupendous filipinas representing Asians (Stacy, Leah Pagala and MLE who told work she was sick and the meds they prescribed made her feel acky so she didn't come in after her dr's appt). Wendy was fabulous! Had a yummy lunch and DELICIOUS cupcakes, my fav was the carrot one ;P AND we got free hair spray, conditioner and LACE THONGS size M...OH! HOW U DOIN!!!

And I have Sesame Place to look forward to with all 3 of my boys and their day care on Thursday and Meldiva's shower Sunday.

Its been some time that I've felt this great! The laughs, the smiles...even some tears in between, all fabulous.

Thank you to everyone for listening to me...bearing with me...praying for me! I'm so grateful for who I have in my life. I wouldn't have it any other way =) I'm not just smiling on my face, I'm smiling in my heart!

 

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