finally d devil went away...hoping he wont go back anymore....

Oh, ever thus, from childhood's hour,
I've seen my fondest hopes decay;
I never loved a tree or flower
But't was the first to fade away.
I never nurs'd a dear gazelle,
To glad me with it's soft black eye,
But when it came to know me well
And love me, it was sure to die.
-THOMAS MOORE

Hmmm...white sand marine or what? mmm.... Yes?!

Yesterday, upon my arrival from Ulas, Davao City (my sai’s place) Manang Jo suggested to go to the beach for a favorable weather to unwind….

Then starts my story….

We call it white sand beach, but it still not fully developed. On the part near the shore were full of those sharp sea rocks..(ohh am I using the right term in here? What ever eheee) so you need to go further before reaching that tempting ‘white sand’ marine… It’s the first time that I saw that floating cottage in there, costs P1500 per day… But eight year-old Ela (my second degree niece) and I have no money for a boat or somethin’…



I put Ela on my back and went to the area near that cottage… ‘mind you, we really went that far… toinx


Sea water reaches my neck and then waited ‘til it goes back lower to my bust as a sign… Then it goes, and, by then, I take off my slippers and feel the ground…. Whehey!!! We finally reach that ‘temping white sand marine’ that I’ve said. Hehehe… The water is so clear and the sand is so fine! I really really love it!!!

We really enjoyed the moment and swim, swim and swim… Eeeehheeheeee… Suddenly, Shouts called our attention. That little inflating swimming pool went to the sea and little one’s (my sis, my nephews, my nieces) screamed for it… They wanted me to get it but it’s far from me that time…

Then Kuya Joel (my sister’s bf for 5yrs) tried to save it. And yes he did!!! Supposedly, he don’t have plan to swim for he brought no clothes to dry him up but he’s the only big guy who’s with us by then so he have no choice, on the other hand, I mean not to get that inflating pool to make him swim… Am I too bad? Haha… If he’ll gonna swim, then Manang Jo (his gf) gonna swim too… Yeah, I’m really that bitch… While manang N-jing and Aunt Aileen were left on the shore together with the 5 kids…

I called their attention and signaled them to come… Then they did and we all enjoyed swimming… I put Ela inside that pool. Now she has her own floating cottage, haha…
Then I can also swim so free!!! Wehehey! Manang Jo and Kuya Joel also enjoyed the moments while attending to Ila… We stayed there for long…

Suddenly, I noticed big fishes flying and so I told them, “It must be shark! Ohh, Ila, they’re coming!”… Of course I’m just kidding… Hehehe… We stayed there for an hour if not mistaken… The weather was so cool, the Sun is so shy to come out… Hmm… It’s really cool…

Kuya said, “ We better rush going back, the water went high…” then I said, “I don’t think so, I still enjoyed swimming.” But they insist, so I must agree…

Then I suggested to hire a boat to send us back to the shore but they think there’s no need… So, again I agreed… ‘nyways, we have that inflating pool…

We swum going back while pushing Ila’s floating pool… While on our way, we encountered a man saying, “You must not go that way, better hold and trace this rope… (He means the rope that connects the floating cottage to the shore.) The water goes deeper this time…” And so we did what he said…

Kuya Joel who’s the tallest among us all (5’11”)said that he hardly hit the ground that time, so I feel kinda scared, not for me, but for Ela because the upper layer of the pool is deflating and the pool got some folds…

I should say we reached the deepest and Kuya Joel can’t hit the ground anymore… Ela started to scream… It’s all my fault, I shouldn’t bring her with me… Thanks goodness, a fishing boat came over and someone tried to help. Obviously, that boat can’t carry us all, so we secured Ela… The fisherman threw a life jocket and so I grabbed it, while Manang Jo and Kuya Joel relied on that floating pool while pulling still the rope… Kuya said, “What an adventure it is…” and three of us laugh… God help us still…

We finally reached the shore and yes it became a big talk… LOL. Big talk that shifted worries to laughter, for it’s not only the water that trapped us, it’s also some braches from dead trees that was trapped on the rope plus…hmmm…there might be something in there that I don't know so I can’t tell… hehehe… Eew!!! Haha…

Vocabulary: Manang = Filipino (old Visayan) term for older sister (a sign of respect)
Kuya = Filipino term for older brother (a sign of respect)
Sai= me and my bestfriend's own version of 'say'- commonly
used in sorority

LOVE takes time...??? Ahhh... What should I say... LOL

Mariah Carey - Love Takes Time - Music Video via Noolmusic.com


Eshghe mani atish be jooonam mizani..still...

Adapted blah blah...

Hi!!! Hmmm... How I wish to tell you 'bout a coincidence that happened yesterday but I think that won't help you that much so I prefer to post this one... =)

12 Stress Management Techniques

*Spirituality is a state or quality of being spiritual. It is pure, holy, relating top matters of sacred nature, not worldly, ecclesiastical, possessing the nature or qualities of a spirit.

The spiritual level holds the entire human person together. Spirituality carries with it the meaning of man’s relationship with a world beyond what is felt by the senses – a world beyond himself, others and the environment-but which somehow gives meaning, purpose and coherence to one’s own existence. It also points to a relationship with a supernatural being which may or may not be articulated by the individual. Is it the spiritual level that gives something to live for.

Meditation is a way of reaching the world beyond the senses. It is a very effective method of relaxing thing for a sustained period of time. It gives the body time to relax and recuperate and clear away toxins that may have built up through stress and mental or physical activity. Meditation can have the following effects:
-lower blood pressure
-slows breathing
-helps muscles relax
-gives the body time to eliminate lactic acid and other waste products
-eliminates stressful thoughts
-helps with focus and concentration
-reduces stress headaches

*Self Awareness means knowing one’s self, getting in touch w/ one’s feelings, or being open to experiences. It increases sensitivity to the inner self and relationship w/ the world around.

*Scheduling. Managing time really refers to managing one’s self in such a way as to optimize the time available in order to achieve gratifying results.

*Siesta means taking nap, short rest, a break or recharging of “battery” in order to improve productivity. It helps relax the mind and body muscles.

*Stretching

*Sensation Techniques. The sense of touch is a powerful and highly sensitive form of communication. It is a natural reaction to reach out and touch whether to feel the shape or texture of something or to respond to another person, perhaps by comforting them. Massage helps to sooth away stress, unknotting tensed and aching muscles, relieving headaches and helping sleep problems. Massage is also invigorating; it improves the functioning of many of the body’s system, promotes healing and tones muscles, leaving w/ a feeling of renewed energy.

*Sports

*Socialization (esp.: in a dance, man enjoys his body’s love & expresses gesture & releases tension through rhythmic movement.)

*Sounds and Songs. Music adds to the quality of life of a person. It provides a medium of expression for thoughts and emotions.

*Speak to me. Communication is at a goal, so it must remain open until the goal is reached. Talking to someone when feeling overwhelmed or unable to deal w/ stress or feeling “helpless” is often the best way of coping w/ stress.

*Stress Debriefing (esp.: giving advice to others)

And, SMILE!!!

REFERENCE: PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING in the Philippines (10th Edition)
pages 222-224

“Smile though the heart is aching…”-adapted


=’) Lalala...lalala…

Last Shortcut

Is it really final???

Watching stars at night, I saw your face
When I’m alone, I heard your voice
I’m on my bed, thinkin’ of you
How are you… How do you do.

You love me so much, that’s what you told me
But behind your ways, you’re always leaving without trace
How could I forget you after so many tears?
I knew I would, ‘passing through that mending years.
You said there’s nothing wrong with you
Then why am I feelin’ so blue?
Did I hurt you?
Please tell, so I’ll know.

I long for you intensely
Loneliness seeped through my soul deeply
You owned my heart already
But it seemed that shallow love is what you gave me.
Sorry if I’ve been so cruel
And thought that you’d love me eventually
Sorry if I kept those insanity
And if ever compromised you loving me.

I will remember the things we had
Across the miles I could still see your humble and loving eyes
Thank you for the smile and sweet memories
Just to restore this broken piece, you took the risk.
You knew how much I wanna keep you
I tried to give in and promised that my love won’t end
But then space is really what we need
And I guess letting go was the best thing that I ever did.

I said goodbye for several times
But deep inside it’s just a lie
It’s hard making this feeling die
But it’s a must, this will be the final... Goodbye.

Posted in my Yahoo 360 last March 27, 2006 - 05:17am (PST)