Dear Honey

After one bit naughty afternoon, I was watching you sleep and I can’t help but giggle seeing the smile on your face. I would have taken a picture of you to immortalize the moment, but I was in awe with the bliss I felt just by the mere sight of you.

Then I began thinking of our memories… From the second we met and how we became friends, and then, more than friends. And then from the time we started living in together, and you taking full responsibility of me and the kids. I felt so much joy, contentment, and love... All I can say is that I am so lucky to have someone like you whom I can spend the rest of my life with.

It’s just 1 year of being married, and yet lot of things had already happened. I want to thank you for always being there. Thank you for the encouragement and support when I decided to switch career. Thank you for giving me strength at the times I am mourning. Thank you for being understanding whenever I feel sad and blue. Thank you for taking care of the kids when I am on travel; or just out with my friends. Thank you for doing the household chores when my laziness strikes in, and most of all, thank you for cooking all my favorite meals. I know I already said this, but God loves me so much that He gave me you. I must have done something really good to deserve a very loving husband.

But then I know things will not be like this every day. We will not be forever in the honeymoon stage. There can be times that you will love me a little less; or perhaps be a day that we will have our worst fight. There may be an instance when we will feel so low and broken. And on those times, I might give up… I might lose patience and understanding; I might forget your kindness and love. My memory might be hazy and might only see hate and disgust. During these times that I am forgetting what we have been like, please help me remember. Tell me that those are just trials and our investment of happiness and love are more than enough to help us get through of it. Remind me of our friendship; the laughter we had during playful days; the dreams we have shared; the love we have promised.

December 13 was already special from the day you were born, but it became so much extraordinary for sharing it with me. And I am looking forward to celebrate it every year ‘til forever with you. Happy anniversary my Honey!

Thank you Trend Micro

I can still remember the interview question from the hiring manager during my application in Trend: “How do you see yourself 5 years from now?” At that time, I don’t have any concrete plans; all I want is to land a job. So I simply answer, “I see myself growing in the organization, maybe in a higher position.” The manager carefully explained that in Trend Micro, there are 2 paths I can take, either a technical or managerial path. 

Right there and then, I knew in my heart that I would like to pursue the latter. I would like to be a leader someday; someone who motivates and lead by example; someone who can empower people… I got a job offer that same day, and five years later, I’m still not a manager. Lol!

But of course I grew… a lot (more than the waistline and some additional pounds). I was promoted twice and had some employee awards, got several certifications, a number of external trainings, and even travel assignments. But more than technical skills and professional growth, I’ve gained so much more. I was able to learn the value of loving your work and working to find value on what you do. It’s having fulfillment in every task, taking pride for each milestone, and getting a chance to optimize your potential. 

Because at the end of the day, same company or not, it’s not your position that matters, but how you carry yourself to embrace the challenges out of your comfort zone and how you will create your very own opportunities. And this is one thing I know I can be proud of. (Thanks to my manager, coaches, and mentors. Thank you for great friends!)

ABAY Batch 24

Verifier Team

Bravo-fier

Foxes & the Vixens (KNKNS)

CXR Girlfriends

De Castro Friends

My favorite HES Team

My SaaS Family

  

Thank you Trend Micro! It’s been 5 wonderful years. The Trender’s DNA will always be imprinted in me.  I will dare to fail, I will always be authentic, I will continue my passion to serve, and I will always thrive to be the best part of myself.   

Thank you for being part of our journey!

Wala na sa Kalendaryo

“Wala ka na pala sa kalendaryo.”  These are my hubby’s birthday greetings. Ain’t he so sweet? For those who don’t know, this means that your age is already more than 31, which is the highest number of days in a calendar month.

Yeah, I’m 32, and I’m not really proud of my age. I feel that at this stage of my life, I should have achieved a lot more. I should have been further. I should be doing so much better.  But I can’t go back to change my past, I can only learn from it. Learn from all bad decisions I made, learn from all heartaches and pain, and learn from all my failures and shortcomings.

But the best thing about being 32 is I’m now on my prime years. I am done studying, I am already done playing, and I am done making mistakes. It’s about time to focus on what’s really important: family, relationships, friendship, & career.  It’s now the time to be the best me!

Age is just a number, and I know I can do so much more, and so I’m starting off with this blog. I would like to empower women by sharing my life encounters as a professional, as a homemaker, as a mother, and as a wife. I may not be the best example but I would like to tell my stories to those who can relate with me. And as I share, I hope that we keep learning and growing together as I continue my journey on this life… my life as a misis.