Realization

I am indeed a lazy blogger. Even though there were days when my fingers are itching and my mind is screaming to put my thoughts into words - I just don't have the heart to do so. As we grow older, we become wiser and then we start to think first of what our actions could do to others in the future.

It is now September and once again, Christmas countdowns are starting may it be from the radio, blogs and television. And as the year is about to close in at least 100+ days from now, it is now time for me to make my realizations and learnings through this year. I never make resolutions but I always see to it that I recognize my accomplishments and blessings and of course thank the people who have been through with me in my journey.

This year had been a year for fun and travel. I had the best summer ever because of endless family reunions which meant a lot of booze and food. I was able to treat my mom and first born out of the country and I promise to bring the twins in the future too. As for the accomplishment kind of thing, I don't know if I did something that remarkable. I had little bouts with work stuff but everything's still smooth sailing. I know that life is not perfect and never will be but I prefer not to dwell on the misfortunes I have had and just accept them as a learning ground.

Also, I realized that I have a VERY STRONG support group -my friends. I know that they are not aware of this but they give me a certain high whenever they tell me that they believe in me and that they admire me for being so strong.

In the middle of April this year I found myself dealing with a big situation that gave me the worst anxiety attack ever. But then I have my friends and everything went well. I was almost literally insane for a couple of days but then I bounced back. With the help of my friends and cousins and their wives, I was able to move forward with my life leaving the bitterness in me and learning to be happy for others. And now I can really say that I am okay. The world is not only about making yourself happy and making others happy, it is also about being happy for yourself and for others. And now that I think of it, there was never a day when I feel incomplete. I have all the love from my children who, by the way, tells me that I have the most beautiful tummy even though it is filled with battle scars and mommy badges. I have the love of my friends that even though I seemed busy this year, they were always there for me to listen, be listened to, and evaluate situations before taking actions. I have the love of my cousins who laughs with me and gives me what I need. And I have my parents who give me unconditional love and understands me when I say "I'm broke."

Having realized all these, I cannot say that my year isn't happy. There were bumps, yes, but I was able to bounce back quickly. There may be heartaches but I did not let it get to me. I would be an ungrateful child of God if I demand too much and question my adversities.

To these I am thankful. Thank you for tagging along in my journey.

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2010 Nutrition Month Celebration

It's July once again which means we are celebrating Nutrition Month. According to DEPED, the theme for 2010 Nutrition Month Celebration is "Healthy Lifestyle ng Kabataan, Landas sa Kinabukasan," the celebration focuses on the nutrition and health needs of Filipino adolescents and children. Its particular focus is on the consumption of nutritious food to prepare them for adulthood and instill in them the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

I have still not decided what presentation we are going to have in this year's celebration but I want this year to be different. We have been dancing or demonstrating exercise routines for the past two years so this year I want it to be unique. I was thinking of a poem and song delivery by the kids but I still do not know how to organize them since my pupils this year are more rowdy than the past.

I want the kids to sing "Bahay Kubo" because I want them to learn the folk songs in the Philippines. For those who wanted to download the music, you can do so by clicking here: Bahay Kubo. The culmination of the Nutrition Month celebration will be on July 30 so we still have plenty of time to practice. Wish us luck!

Free Filipino Worksheets

I love using worksheets, especially during those times when I get so busy with paper works and the kids get restless -worksheets sure do come in handy. Whenever I get lazy in creating a quiz, I search for worksheets online and then print them, photocopy, and voila! Instant classroom activity!

However, worksheets in Filipino (online speaking) are scarce so as an educator, I have decided to do my part in my online responsibility and help my fellow teachers as well. Here are a few worksheets I have made for you to download. Click on the links below and have fun teaching!

MGA BAGAY NA NAGSISIMULA SA TITIK A / LETRANG A

MGA BAGAY NA NAGSISIMULA SA TITIK E / LETRANG E

MGA BAGAY NA NAGSISIMULA SA TITIKI I / LETRANG I

So far, these are just a few of what I have created and if by chance you have any suggestion or requests, feel free to tell me by commenting or sending me an email at cmars2 [at] gmail [dot] com.

Have a happy teaching!

worksheets

A Story of a Late Bloomer

Laugh out now for I am going to relate a very stupid story which makes me look antiquated.

Back when I was in high school, I have watched John Travolta and Nicholas Cage's Face Off and up to now I still don't get tired of watching it over and over again. I am such a fan of the two. However, I haven't seen Travolta's Phenomenon and Cage's Con Air - no matter how hyped they were in the past. But late last night when I was about to sleep, I saw on Star Movies that Con Air will be shown and I swore to myself that I will watch that film no matter how outdated it is. And so I did, and it was such an achievement for me to be able to finish a movie without winking. It was indeed good.

Anyway, this morning, I was hoping for a re-run of Con Air but Travolta's Phenomenon is being shown so I snuggled up and watched the movie early morning today. Yes I know it's baseless and outdated, but I was happy having watched those movies. I kind of felt that my weekend was worthy. Hahaha! Have a blessed Sunday!

40% Sale and a Blog Train!

Laurie, the only designer who had been very patient of me, has some new releases in store for every single digiscrap fans out there.

First, Laurie has a Summer Sale for all of you! 40% off on EVERYTHING sound great right? Click on the flyer below to go to her store. Quick! This will only be valid this weekend!

Second, the members of Laurie's creative team (excluding myself) decided to have some freebies to all of you with the means of a little blog train. Each surprise came from Laurie's kits called A Dream is a Wish and Fairiest One of All.

You can start getting stuffs from Brittney and head on to the other girls' freebies. This is fun!

Last but not the least, Laurie has a new release this week and this is called Under the Sea. This is available at Digital Scrap Cafe and you can click on the preview to take a closer look at the kit and see if you like it.

And here's the page I created using the kit mentioned above.

So there goes my scrapping update for all of you. Have a happy weekend! :)