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“Ten years from now all I want is to have time.”
-Patrick Celino
In my whole experience in writing, I just realized that I was prone to write about my past and not about my future. Maybe I treasured so much about what happened in my life during the prior years and forgetting to make a short glimpse at next years ahead of me. Right now I am pushed to write about what I would become ten years from now.
Honestly, I am not comfortable writing about this topic. However, I guess it is just on time to write something to look forward to since I am not getting younger anymore. I keep thinking- what will be my driving force or a spark plug for me to stay hopeful and enthusiastic towards the next decade of my life. Would it be- money, fame, family or simply enjoying the simplicity of life?
Then I finally realized that all I have wanted for so long is to have time- to have time for everything I love to do. My bucket list for my next ten years would be all concentrated on how to control and enjoy my time.
Have time with my family. I stick to my initial plan of getting married at 28 but not later than 30. Ten years from now, I would be the happiest husband in the whole world. I would spend my very first moment of every morning of my life greeting my wife a sweet kiss. I would prepare our breakfast and enjoy our every morning meal with our kids. I would drive my kids to their school every day.
During special occasions and vacations we will be in overseas touring around the beautiful cities in Europe. Summer days will be spent along the beach with inihaw and fresh seafood to satisfy our tummies. Christmas and New Year will be the best time for us to have reunion with our relatives.
Have time with my father and siblings. After years of being away from home, I wish I could spend my time more often with my Papa, Kuya and Ate. I want to spend more time with them especially with my Papa. I don’t want to entertain the idea that he might be with my Mom ten years from now. I still want to see him enjoying the weekends playing with my kids- his apo’s. I will invite him to monthly trips to Baguio, our favorite place to unwind; enjoy the beauty and madness of Palawan, Bohol and Boracay; and live like king and prince in our luxurious trips to Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand. He has some reservation though going in States and Europe thinking that he might not get used to the cold weather- that’s according to him.
Have time managing my business. After long years in the corporate world, I would like to see myself having business lines on my palm. I have this dream of having not just 1 but 5 kinds of business ventures. Topping the list is a Coffee Shop in Baguio City. I wanted to be a barista- enjoying my time serving my customers as a hand on manager/owner. I also like the idea of inviting my father to have a cup of coffee and a cinnamon on the side as he read newspaper during his visit in the City of Pines.
Next venture would be a bar and restaurant. I want to have one not for profit but for the love of fine dining moments with my family and friends. During special occasions I will offer my place as a venue. Having a place like this one is like a magnet- I can attract dearest people in my life to spent time enjoying the moment together. I will have a wall in my bar/resto for all the pictures of celebrations and gatherings held in my place. Take note there will be free drinks to all of my relatives and friends.
Next ventures would be a photo shop, a grocery store and a bakeshop.
Have time to teach in universities. My ultimate goal in life is to teach. Maybe it is in my blood since my parents are both teachers. I have this thought that the legacy of a teacher would never stop. It will be an eternal legacy to be passed on to every generation. Funny thing about this is that I am a barista in the morning, a professor in the afternoon and a bar owner at night.
Have time watching movies/ concerts. I am an avid fan of movies and music. Although my passion watching movies temporarily died during audit days, it will soon come back to life.
In line with music, I still dream of learning a single instrument. My friends are musicians so I want to be like them. Probably drums or bass would fit my style.
Have time watching PBA/ NBA/ Olympics. This is really included in my bucket list. No question asked but it’s really my wish to see my NBA idols. But most probably Lebron, Kobe and Garnett were already retired by then. Still I am hoping sons of Michael Jordan will be stars of the ball game in the future.
I want to learn bowling even more. I was addicted to this sport during college. I hope bowling would be added to the Olympics and let me bring the house down for the team Philippines.
Have time to pursue Masters/ Law degree. My heart still begs for me to continue my dream to pursue law. Besides my Uncle Delfin passed the Bar exam when he was in his forties.
Have time to write a book. This is already in the making.
Have time to establish a foundation. After all the blessings I received and will still receive, I will return the favor of helping others. Sharing my wealth is not enough but giving my time is the noblest deed I can do to my brethrens.
Have time with God. At the end of the day, I want to say thanks to the Lord for the life He has given me. Besides, after all things were said and done, my long and lasting time would be with Him.
This is my bucket list ten years from now. What about yours? Remember clock is ticking. Make one now.
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"... I still have the same smile I always wore on my face ..."
-Maan Chaguile
I’ve reached the tender age of 35 and until now I still have the same smile I always wore on my face since I was a little girl. I dunno, I guess I was just born with a smiley face. I remember when I was about 6 years old, how my mom told my dad one night when they thought I was asleep that the name “grace” suited me well because even if I was sick, it never bothered me. I still played and went about the day like I wasn’t sick at all. Maybe this was a sign that for all the challenges I went through in the past years of my life, nothing will put me down.
Right now, I’m sitting quietly on the terrace of my Tagaytay home looking at the nice view while savoring a cup of creamy coffee. Our household helper makes the best kapeng barako. I added a lot of milk to reduce the bitterness. Besides I need the calcium for my bones now that I’m past my adolescence. My husband and two kids are inside watching an ABS-CBN show. I can hear their laughter and happy voices. It’s weekend once again and we’re relaxing in our Tagaytay home. Our weekend retreat has always been a habit. My kids are growing up so fast. Gabriel is already 9 years old and his sister Reese is 5. I appreciate how Kuya Gabby protects and guides his little sister all the time. My husband Rey is still the same caring guy he has been since I met him. A few white hairs are growing on his temple but I am attracted to him more. We’ve surpassed trials together and the love just got stronger.
Rey and I got married 9 years ago in Quezon City. It was a May-December love affair. He is older than me by 13 years. I realized that deep down inside, I have always longed for a father-figure to take care of me and guide me as I got more matured. And for 9 years now, our relationship has been like a blossoming flower… getting prettier every day.
I had been the Ambassadress for the Philippines in Italy for 3 years. With this responsibility I had the chance to help my Filipino countrymen in Italy most especially the Overseas Filipino Workers with their employment problems. I had leisurely visited the major countries of Europe, toured some Asian countries and had been to some of the nicest beaches in the world. And in most of these trips I brought along my husband or my mother.
When my three-year term as Ambassadress had ended, I accepted the job as Comptroller in San Miguel Corporation’s financial department, and for two years now, I’m still enjoying my job and the company of my staff.
Ten years ago I was working in a real estate company. This was the job I accepted after I passed the board. There were high and low points but the important thing was I learned, I got tough, I got molded, and I earned sufficient enough to buy my own car when I was 27 years old. It wasn’t brand new but it was alright for me at that time. A black Toyota Corolla. I stayed with the company for 8 years and I will always be thankful for the people I worked with.
On the side, I give in to my passion for dancing. I like ballroom dancing especially Tango and modern dance. I have organized a small group composed of my friends, co-workers and neighbors to meet every Thursday and dance. We meet in this exclusive club in Pasig City. Dancing has kept me in shape since I gave birth to my kids.
If Thursday is for my dancing, Friday is especially reserved for me and my husband. We dine out or watch a movie just like we did before we got married.
Through wise investment in stocks and bonds, we had enough to put up a small resto that is being run by Rey’s family. Rey has his landscaping and interior decorating business. And our family has five apartments being rented.
All of these were made possible with our strong faith in God and belief in ourselves. As they said, do not put a limit on what you can do.
“Ten years from now all I want is to have time.”
-Patrick Celino
In my whole experience in writing, I just realized that I was prone to write about my past and not about my future. Maybe I treasured so much about what happened in my life during the prior years and forgetting to make a short glimpse at next years ahead of me. Right now I am pushed to write about what I would become ten years from now.
Honestly, I am not comfortable writing about this topic. However, I guess it is just on time to write something to look forward to since I am not getting younger anymore. I keep thinking- what will be my driving force or a spark plug for me to stay hopeful and enthusiastic towards the next decade of my life. Would it be- money, fame, family or simply enjoying the simplicity of life?
Then I finally realized that all I have wanted for so long is to have time- to have time for everything I love to do. My bucket list for my next ten years would be all concentrated on how to control and enjoy my time.
Have time with my family. I stick to my initial plan of getting married at 28 but not later than 30. Ten years from now, I would be the happiest husband in the whole world. I would spend my very first moment of every morning of my life greeting my wife a sweet kiss. I would prepare our breakfast and enjoy our every morning meal with our kids. I would drive my kids to their school every day.
During special occasions and vacations we will be in overseas touring around the beautiful cities in Europe. Summer days will be spent along the beach with inihaw and fresh seafood to satisfy our tummies. Christmas and New Year will be the best time for us to have reunion with our relatives.
Have time with my father and siblings. After years of being away from home, I wish I could spend my time more often with my Papa, Kuya and Ate. I want to spend more time with them especially with my Papa. I don’t want to entertain the idea that he might be with my Mom ten years from now. I still want to see him enjoying the weekends playing with my kids- his apo’s. I will invite him to monthly trips to Baguio, our favorite place to unwind; enjoy the beauty and madness of Palawan, Bohol and Boracay; and live like king and prince in our luxurious trips to Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand. He has some reservation though going in States and Europe thinking that he might not get used to the cold weather- that’s according to him.
Have time managing my business. After long years in the corporate world, I would like to see myself having business lines on my palm. I have this dream of having not just 1 but 5 kinds of business ventures. Topping the list is a Coffee Shop in Baguio City. I wanted to be a barista- enjoying my time serving my customers as a hand on manager/owner. I also like the idea of inviting my father to have a cup of coffee and a cinnamon on the side as he read newspaper during his visit in the City of Pines.
Next venture would be a bar and restaurant. I want to have one not for profit but for the love of fine dining moments with my family and friends. During special occasions I will offer my place as a venue. Having a place like this one is like a magnet- I can attract dearest people in my life to spent time enjoying the moment together. I will have a wall in my bar/resto for all the pictures of celebrations and gatherings held in my place. Take note there will be free drinks to all of my relatives and friends.
Next ventures would be a photo shop, a grocery store and a bakeshop.
Have time to teach in universities. My ultimate goal in life is to teach. Maybe it is in my blood since my parents are both teachers. I have this thought that the legacy of a teacher would never stop. It will be an eternal legacy to be passed on to every generation. Funny thing about this is that I am a barista in the morning, a professor in the afternoon and a bar owner at night.
Have time watching movies/ concerts. I am an avid fan of movies and music. Although my passion watching movies temporarily died during audit days, it will soon come back to life.
In line with music, I still dream of learning a single instrument. My friends are musicians so I want to be like them. Probably drums or bass would fit my style.
Have time watching PBA/ NBA/ Olympics. This is really included in my bucket list. No question asked but it’s really my wish to see my NBA idols. But most probably Lebron, Kobe and Garnett were already retired by then. Still I am hoping sons of Michael Jordan will be stars of the ball game in the future.
I want to learn bowling even more. I was addicted to this sport during college. I hope bowling would be added to the Olympics and let me bring the house down for the team Philippines.
Have time to pursue Masters/ Law degree. My heart still begs for me to continue my dream to pursue law. Besides my Uncle Delfin passed the Bar exam when he was in his forties.
Have time to write a book. This is already in the making.
Have time to establish a foundation. After all the blessings I received and will still receive, I will return the favor of helping others. Sharing my wealth is not enough but giving my time is the noblest deed I can do to my brethrens.
Have time with God. At the end of the day, I want to say thanks to the Lord for the life He has given me. Besides, after all things were said and done, my long and lasting time would be with Him.
This is my bucket list ten years from now. What about yours? Remember clock is ticking. Make one now.
Cream Page:"... I still have the same smile I always wore on my face ..."
-Maan Chaguile
I’ve reached the tender age of 35 and until now I still have the same smile I always wore on my face since I was a little girl. I dunno, I guess I was just born with a smiley face. I remember when I was about 6 years old, how my mom told my dad one night when they thought I was asleep that the name “grace” suited me well because even if I was sick, it never bothered me. I still played and went about the day like I wasn’t sick at all. Maybe this was a sign that for all the challenges I went through in the past years of my life, nothing will put me down.
Right now, I’m sitting quietly on the terrace of my Tagaytay home looking at the nice view while savoring a cup of creamy coffee. Our household helper makes the best kapeng barako. I added a lot of milk to reduce the bitterness. Besides I need the calcium for my bones now that I’m past my adolescence. My husband and two kids are inside watching an ABS-CBN show. I can hear their laughter and happy voices. It’s weekend once again and we’re relaxing in our Tagaytay home. Our weekend retreat has always been a habit. My kids are growing up so fast. Gabriel is already 9 years old and his sister Reese is 5. I appreciate how Kuya Gabby protects and guides his little sister all the time. My husband Rey is still the same caring guy he has been since I met him. A few white hairs are growing on his temple but I am attracted to him more. We’ve surpassed trials together and the love just got stronger.
Rey and I got married 9 years ago in Quezon City. It was a May-December love affair. He is older than me by 13 years. I realized that deep down inside, I have always longed for a father-figure to take care of me and guide me as I got more matured. And for 9 years now, our relationship has been like a blossoming flower… getting prettier every day.
I had been the Ambassadress for the Philippines in Italy for 3 years. With this responsibility I had the chance to help my Filipino countrymen in Italy most especially the Overseas Filipino Workers with their employment problems. I had leisurely visited the major countries of Europe, toured some Asian countries and had been to some of the nicest beaches in the world. And in most of these trips I brought along my husband or my mother.
When my three-year term as Ambassadress had ended, I accepted the job as Comptroller in San Miguel Corporation’s financial department, and for two years now, I’m still enjoying my job and the company of my staff.
Ten years ago I was working in a real estate company. This was the job I accepted after I passed the board. There were high and low points but the important thing was I learned, I got tough, I got molded, and I earned sufficient enough to buy my own car when I was 27 years old. It wasn’t brand new but it was alright for me at that time. A black Toyota Corolla. I stayed with the company for 8 years and I will always be thankful for the people I worked with.
On the side, I give in to my passion for dancing. I like ballroom dancing especially Tango and modern dance. I have organized a small group composed of my friends, co-workers and neighbors to meet every Thursday and dance. We meet in this exclusive club in Pasig City. Dancing has kept me in shape since I gave birth to my kids.
If Thursday is for my dancing, Friday is especially reserved for me and my husband. We dine out or watch a movie just like we did before we got married.
Through wise investment in stocks and bonds, we had enough to put up a small resto that is being run by Rey’s family. Rey has his landscaping and interior decorating business. And our family has five apartments being rented.
All of these were made possible with our strong faith in God and belief in ourselves. As they said, do not put a limit on what you can do.
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