To a Secured Future

Ever since I was a kid, I've always felt a huge responsibility towards my family and the people I truly care about. No one had to tell me what to do or how to do things, I intiated things the way I think is right. I always look out for my family first before myself. I don't know why is that, but that's just how I am. Myself comes last in everything.

It's not a walk in the park though. A huge responsibility like mine always comes with stress, anxiety, and depression. But those things can't and won't bring me down. Like my boyfriend always tells me, "You're a born leader. You are meant to lead a pack."

And just like that, I'm motivated to do things again.

Divine Mercy Shrine in El Salvador, Misamis Oriental

Last November (2017), I had the chance to visit the Divine Mercy Shrine in El Salvador, Misamis Oriental. If I may say so, I think October and November of last year is my well-traveled months. It was... refreshing.

I was staying at New Dawn Hotel Plus in Cagayan de Oro when out of the blue, I decided to go visit the Divine Mercy Shrine since I was already there and it was a free day for me anyway.

A Summary of My 2017

Having a tragic 2016 made me not anticipate anything for 2017. But unexpected things (good ones) happened — things that I never thought would be possible. I am just so glad that I did not expected anything, and they just kind of happened.

"Everyday holds the possibility of a miracle."

- Elizabeth David

Health is Wealth

2017 has been a great year for me, greater than I’ve expected. But I am so excited for the upcoming year; so excited for what 2018 has in store for me. One thing’s for sure though, in 2018, I will be taking extra care for myself emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually.

For the last couple of years (this year included), I’ve been taken myself for granted. I always place myself last in every list I make. It sucks! This year made me realized so many wrong things that I’ve been doing in my life which affected my emotional, mental, and physical health. I made a few changes this year, but I feel like they are still not enough.

Wounds Are Slowly Healing

Now that it’s already December, last month of the year; I can’t help but reflect how different this year has been for me than the previous year. I am definitely less stressed this year, but the stress and anxiety is still there (I doubt that will ever go away). But life is so much better now, that’s for sure. Thank You, God!

Last year, I can’t even sleep properly. I had so much stuff to think about, mostly problems. I was even suicidal. I am just so grateful that this year has been better; emotionally, financially (a little), and mentally.