Merry Christmas!

Hello dear readers,

I would like to greet you a merry Christmas. I hope all the best things will happen in your lives. Everything has a reason and for this season, Jesus Christ is the reason. No matter what religion you may have or beliefs you hold onto, I hope and pray that you will be blessed with happiness, peace and fulfillment. As you celebrate this day, I am hoping that your hearts will be filled with blessings of joy. May God bless you and keep safe. Have a true joy in life!

- Kathryn

Poor Management

Poor management often leads to destruction. Little by little, everything starts to fall. Hard-earned capitals get lost and past efforts get wasted. Living without proper management , plans and order is like running in a race for no reason.

In life, organization of one`s events is necessary to achieve a life filled with appropriateness. Each individual is bound to be in order. Without order, obstacles are harder to overcome, problems are more complicated to solve and successes are more difficult to achieve.

In unfortunate times, a person who`s well put together will have more chances to conquer situations because of well planned ideas. Ideas that can help a person in his personal, physical or financial survival. It can be a matter of falling off a cliff and hanging on the edge of the cliff.

Poor management is the element in slowly destroying one`s priceless possessions. It is the epitome of failure.

Labeling

Recently, another advertisement played first before actually seeing the video that I wanted to watch in Youtube. Gratefully, it`s not just another advertisement endorsing their products. It`s Pantene`s "Labels Against Women." In most advertisements that I see on television and internet, Pantene`s new commercial is one of the most inspiring commercials I have seen. It depicted a very significant social issue we are currently  facing.

Labeling is as terrible as stereotyping. It constricts people into a specific and limited idea that existed with atrocious and delusive judgments. It hinders people to alter a new character or personality because of the existing prejudices. It is the predicament that hunts people`s minds providing skeptical thoughts into showing what one is greatly capable of.

Pantene`s new commercial about labeling women is a great representation of the issues our society have. It`s not a battle between masculines and feminines but it`s how preconceived labeling affects the development of people`s potentials.

At the end, one`s determination and faith will make him shine through.

"Don`t let labels hold you back. Be strong and shine." - Pantene

- Kathryn

A Reflective School Day

Today has been quite beneficial. My eyes were able to witness another place.  I was enthralled to take photos in an ordinary community. It`s fascinating and gratifying that in such a place, I was still able to witness the pleasant sky, trees, and soil. In our advancing world today, the image of not being able to see such beauty is frightening. The way the world once saw naturally clear water as ordinary now saw them as an occasional find.

The exquisiteness of simple things like the blooming green and brown colors of the trees are refreshingly peaceful to sense.

 Even the uneven yet naturally embossed marks of the tree`s trunk is comforting.

 The bright and rich color of the plants are interesting to look at.

And the smooth surfaces of the rocks are nice to touch.

While the surface of the patches and combinations of rocks, soil, and others make the perfect bench.

Moreover, this simple and delicate attribute of nature calms the soul.

Beauty is defined not by the eyes but by the heart.

How about you? How do you appreciate the plain things in life? I would be gratified if you can share your experiences and insights.

Thank you for viewing. May this world change for the better.

- Kathryn

Getting Initiation

Life has been quite fair to me. I have been receiving many encouragements to express my inner self through learning. My weary soul has been showing signs of activeness and enthusiasm. The gratefulness inside me is building and pounding.

Recently, additional freedom has been helping me cope up with life`s stressors. Everything seems so nice and happy despite life`s challenges.

The eagerness to express, learn and bloom has been making my heart, soul and mind pop with excitement. The willingness of my being is preparing me for the future`s big battle against my own intuition and will. The commotion inside me is pounding with ideas and imaginations.

I am elated, loved and cared. I am grateful, devoted and enthusiastic to serve and work hard. Life is the mystery book one can`t seem to conclude.

Perceptions About What Love Is

Love is a mystifying perceptivity. It covers most aspects of life. It is a totality of the result of being concerned by the acquired longing for affection, yearning and fondness. It`s the inclination to nature`s call to acquire and provide a sense of peace and serenity through the social`s tendency to long for bond, attachment, affiliation, connection and relationship. The word love is not powerful at all, but the sentiments that come along with the emotions of the elation of love. It`s one of the most wonderful phenomenon that ever existed. It`s a sensation one inevitably aspire for. The true nature of it flows like the brilliancy of the streams of the pure and clear water. It glistens with transparency of beauty. It is like the sounds of chirping birds, or the blowing winds. It`s as peaceful as how a tree breezes. It is welcoming to the ear and pleasant to the eyes. It`s not lust nor self-satisfaction. It is about providing and giving with the purest intentions and care. It is also freedom. Love is not constricted and tight for one has the capabilities to cope and understand. Genuine love is never impatient but specifically steadfast. It`s not forced and pushed because it comes and feels by instances. It`s faithful, true, tolerant and omnipotent. It conquers everything.

Help For Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) Victims

The super typhoon Haiyan also known as Yolanda in the Philippines brought terrible destruction to many provinces and cities in the Philippines. The number of unattached, misplaced, and injured is said to be in millions. The confirmed deaths has also been reported to be about 4,000. In times like this, every small care to the people who have been affected negatively is very much appreciated. 

Many local and foreign governments, companies, institutions, and organizations have pledged their donations. Even though, many of them needs the help of the volunteers for the repacking and management of relief goods.

The other day (November 18, 2013), volunteers worked to help repack and arrange the relief goods for the victims of the super typhoon Haiyan at Ateneo De Manila University`s covered courts. The volunteers waited for their turns to help and work in the process of regulating the goods. Even though most of the volunteers waited hours for their turn to help, a lot of them seemed happy to wait, cooperate and work together with other volunteers. The management of repacking and arranging the goods was systematized and orderly. This is the reason why many volunteers even waited for their turns to work. There, they aimed for finishing 80,000 repacked relief goods. At the time, the finished goods were already at around 60,000. A lot of them worked all night until noon yesterday.

Moreover, there was also a "Bayanihan Express Repacking Center" at Camp Aguinaldo joined by elementary, high school and college students, instructors, military authorities and others. The process wasn`t as formal as the works at Ateneo De Manila University but the works for repacking the goods finished in the afternoon without the volunteers having to sacrifice a part of their time doing almost nothing. 

(Photos were taken at Camp Aguinaldo: These photos were taken when the repacking of goods were almost done.)

At Bayanihan Express Repacking Center

At Bayanihan Express Repacking Center.

At Bayanihan Express Repacking Center.

At Bayanihan Express Repacking Center.

At Bayanihan Express Repacking Center.

Volunteers and others cleaning up the place.

At Camp Aguinaldo.

At Camp Aguinaldo.

Some of the finished repacked goods were placed inside the sacks shown in this picture.

Volunteers repacked goods once again as they opened new sacks of raw rice.

The volunteers started to gather in one area to repack the goods once more.

At Camp Aguinaldo.

It was indeed gratifying to be able to help in small ways. Knowing that I contributed even a very small part in the whole process of helping, it was a delighting experience. I don`t assume that even one second of my time repacking and working was a waste. 

If you aspire to help, you can do so by donating. There are several credible public and private institutions, companies and organizations that accepts donations to be given to those who have been affected by the typhoon in several areas in the Philippines. Thank you to all the countries, organizations, and people who participated and cooperated in donating and helping for the victims of this disastrous tragedy.

- Kathryn

Letting Go Of Memories

There are some good or bad memories that seem unforgettable. Good memories usually make me smile while bad memories make me unhappy. A natural response. What I find hard dealing with my memories is the necessity to cut out unnecessary thoughts that come along with past events that seemed unforgettable. Usually these memories are those that were created during heavy emotional stirs. These memories seemed embarked in my mind and heart.

Dealing with unwanted memories is hard. Letting go is my key. Letting memories fade away themselves as the emotions flow with them. Freeing them with constricting emotions. By doing this, I am letting myself heal from the wounds I acquired in the past. This will also allow me to take more steps in life as unwanted thoughts drift away. This will surely take time but what does not? With stillness and faith, it will work accordingly.

Letting go of  undesirable memories does not mean I am completely forgetting them. Letting them go just means that they`re still in my head but just like other past events, they should stay as what they should be. The past. Memories. They should not negatively affect the present anymore. They`re simply thoughts.

Patience, faith, love, optimism, perseverance, and willingness will greatly help in the process of freeing constricted memories. By this, I am also helping myself to create better and happier thoughts.

“Carefully guard your thoughts because they are the source of true life.” – Proverbs 4:23 (CEV)

(This was originally posted a few months ago.)

- Kathryn

A Slaving Day

Webcam Photos of Kathryn ( Date: November 06, 2013 )

Yesterday, November 05, 2013, was an occupied day for me to run errands. It was exhausting and slaving. I became a slave craving for more time. Squeezing errands in the timetable is not a favorable plan.

Yesterday, I was close to running out of time. Responsively, the compressed outline for my plans contributed to the betterment of my situation. On the other hand, cramming for important duties is never a good practice. In fact, cramming itself is not admirable. It causes more chaos than there should ever be. 

A few hours ago, I became consciously awake with the body aches I was having. The consequences of being disorderly is taking its revenge on me. I couldn`t quite decide which method I`ll use for relieving the pains I was having. I was skeptical in drinking a medicine for my aching head. As of now, I`m pleased that I waited before I made a choice whether to drink a medicine or not because I don`t feel a headache anymore. This past few months or years, I have been quite conscious about the chemicals attributed to the products I ought to take. This might be one of the reasons why I`m doubtful in taking a medicine that isn`t prescribed personally by a doctor.

As of today, I have many errands to attend to. Positively, I`m hoping that all things will get sorted out.

Last day was a loaded day packed with hopefulness and optimism that everything will be tolerable even though I was almost close to having full of worries. Blessedly, I have remaining vibes of positivism in me.

- Kathryn

Uncertain Future

Uncertainty is a common feeling most of those in my age might feel. Being a teenager is barely being only a child. It is a stage wherein significant decisions has to be made. As I live my everyday life, I constantly ought to think about my future. My decisions are crucial to the well-being of my future.

Going through life with obstacles in front is frightening. Uncertainty can be destructive or affirmative depending to how our perspectives are. Being pessimistic about life`s hurdles will definitely start the point of destruction but being optimistic will help us think of solutions, strengthen our faith, develop our imaginative ways of living with purpose and create a stronger immune system against the polluted society.

Being uncertain with the future may express the essential desire you and I have for the betterment of the upcoming. For me, this is a nice thing. Being concerned with how the way our future may go may help us in being cautious about the way we live today.

The uncertain future is indeed may be a fearful dream. This fearful dream can help a person live fearlessly. A person who have many fears yet optimistic and faithful enough to overthrow them. I am an uncertain teenager with an uncertain future, a developing child that may consistently grow with nothing but every good thing through faith and possibly nothing else.

Thank you for taking the time to read this post. What are your viewpoints toward the uncertain future? You may share them through commenting. Have a beautiful day.

- Kathryn

Turning Sixteen

Hello readers.

Today has been fair. I attended an examination and I worked at home. It rains often and it is making me feel cold. The last few days have been saddeningly idle. It didn`t seem right. I also just turned sixteen. Another turning point in my life.

Life wouldn`t be the same anymore. It is because my life kept on changing as my existence continues. There are more obligations to handle, emotions to control and trials to overcome. Being strong and steadfast helps me get through this uncertain stage of my life.

Love, peace, happiness, contentment, fulfillment and devotion managed to stick inside my head. These things are words with value. Many lives revolve around these yet many can`t attain them.  Goals and ambitions thankfully restrict me of unrighteous acts.

Sincerely, I have no knowledge what it`s like to be a sixteen years old girl. Is it disastrous? Is it like the reality TV show "16 and Pregnant"? or Is it a time to accept what is being given? Nowadays, I tend to look more of what is being offered. Is it not good?

Is the age of sixteen really the turning point of my life? I have so many questions that are yet to be answered. I must keep calm and must be free of worries.

There are many things in my life that I`m unsure of such as my fate. I have learned that making the wise and right decisions will dictate one`s destiny. This may be inevitably agreeable. Thankfully, despite every thought, I`m still here. I`m still writing, blinking, sitting and thinking despite the disquietness of the hesitancy I feel.  I am still blessed and I`m grateful for that. No matter what is being given, I have to face it with courage, preparedness and faith despite the number of years I have been living.

- Kathryn

Emotionally Alarmed

Right now, it`s exactly 1:48 AM, and I haven`t slept yet. The events in my daily life has been sadly physically inactive yet my heart and soul are deeply troubled. The clashing of the happenings in my head are like tiny bombs exploding inside my brain. The confusing moves of a dearly loved one is wistfully overwhelming. I always have doubts if my brain is working too much or I`m simply disheartened. Life has been rolling the dice and it`s been making me dizzy.

It is not laziness nor dreariness that makes one willingly still. It`s the obstacles of life that makes one long for a peaceful journey. There are times my heart feels heavy as if it has been working non-stop. But it hasn`t. It`s only exhausted. I am hoping for the water and food for this heart. It yearns love, care, happiness, fulfillment, honesty and sincerity. Only those who have been counted has the capability to be generous to contribute to such needs.

The shamefully works of people cause distress and trouble. It`s agonizingly painful to bear.

The mysterious moves of a loved one is breathtakingly surprising and sad. It`ll be a long journey to overcome.

Thoughts are jammed up, life is rolling, I am still.

- Kathryn

A Continuous Journey of Life: Dull Atmosphere or Simply Inactive?

In the past few weeks, I`ve been doing fairly well in my activities. I`ve also spoken in front of the class for participation. Despite the goodness my days may seem, I`ve been noticing dreariness in the events I take part in. Is it because of the dullness of my surroundings or simply the unwillingness to work?

This week, after classes, I studied in the library until afternoon or night. Despite the appearance of studiousness, it doesn`t seem as productive as I thought it would be. Am I pushing myself to work hard or am I just working for the sake of just working?

As confusing my week may appear, I have one thing I`m sure of. I`m certain that with optimism and inspiration, I can get through the difficult adjustments I`m still experiencing in my new school. No matter how weary it may get, constant hoping and trying is the key. A great favorite saying or quote of mine that I found in a book entitled "God`s Little Devotional Book For Teens" says "You will never fail, unless you stopped trying." I agree with this saying or quote. Our life goes on as long as our consciousness is alive. I believe we should continue on living life to the best we can. Life is a beautiful course. We should be able to cherish such an amazing present.

What are your thoughts about the journey of life? I would be glad to hear your perspectives. I hope all of you will have an amazing week.

For questions, suggestions and requests, please comment below. Thank you.

- Kathryn

First Day of School

First day of school was a little bit of almost anything. Nerve-wracking, awkward, or even scary and others. I am not sure what`s going to happen in the coming days, but optimistically, I hope this new stage of my life will be greater. In the first day of school, most of the people in my class were kind and friendly. It was a calm start.

They say prepare for the worst things that can happen but hope for the best. This is one of the sayings that I usually impart in my mind. It`s always better to prepare for anything that might happen. "Precaution is better than cure" as they say. This applies to me at school. It`s always better to study now before it`s too late to study that I might barely understand any lecture any more. It`s always better to manage my time now before it`s too late that I can hardly sort my activities anymore. It`s better to schedule my activities now before it`s too late that I already forgot what to organize.

Nevertheless, I anticipate a great school year. A positive consciousness will greatly help in surviving the "catastrophic" difficulties I may acquire with school activities.

Thank you for reading! What are your thoughts on your first day of school? Please comment below.

Have a beautiful and positive mind set in the start of classes!  May God bless you all. ☺

For questions, suggestions and requests, please comment below. Thank you.

- Kathryn

Little Animal Friends

Hello there! ^_^

          It`s been about 6 hours and I`m glad that I finished the things I had to work on. So, tonight the weather is nicer although there`s a possibility that it will rain hard. My eyeglasses` frame broke a few days ago so I need to endure when the one eyeglass kept popping out of the frame. When I finished my work, I was browsing the internet and saw some videos that I most probably have seen before. I wanted to watch these videos because they really made me smile and laugh a lot. If ever you come across this post Bubbi, I thank you so much for the wonderful videos you uploaded. Her videos featuring her lovely animal babies "Chubbi" and "Domo" influenced me to have a brighter mood even though the weather earlier this morning makes me want to go crazy. 

Let me introduce these cute and lovable animals that warmed my heart today.

This is Chubbi, a Pomeranian. This is when she was younger.

This is Domo, a toy Poodle.

I`ve also been searching more videos that features these cute puppies or dogs. They really make me smile a lot. I was watching a bunch of adorable Golden Retriever puppies and I can`t help but feel happy. They`re so lovely! ♡ If you watched the videos above, I hope it also brightened your mood.

         For now, I`m just going to browse the web for a little while and I`m off to rest. Thank you for reading this post. I hope you check out my blog again. ☺

- Kathryn

A Normal Night during a Summer in 2013

Hello readers!

          Today, I can finally surf the web in my computer again. I am hoping that I will be able to control myself from getting addicted in surfing the internet. Before I started writing this post, I was watching some episodes of a Korean show called "On Style" and other videos. I really liked watching the show "On Style" in the television, but whenever I go to "TvN" channel these days, the channel where I watch the show, it`s very blurry so I can hardly watch properly. Thankfully, there`s a Youtube channel which uploads episodes of the show with English Subtitles. The only conflict that I have is when the internet keeps getting disconnected and back to being connected again. 

          Even though it`s already night time, it still feels humid and hot. I hope the weather gets a little bit colder. It`s late so I`m going to go to sleep in a few minutes. 

          This day had been a normal one but I am thankful that I was able to get through this day without any terrible harm done. I am also thankful that I was given another day.

          Thank you for reading my post. I hope you check out my blog again. Goodnight! ☺ 

- Kathryn