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One of my mentors in photography once shared this interesting story in facebook:
“A photographer went to a socialite party in New York. As he entered the front door, the host said ‘I love your pictures – they’re wonderful; you must have a fantastic camera.’ He said nothing until dinner was finished, then: ‘That was a wonderful dinner; you must have a terrific stove.’”
— Sam Haskins
It’s quite fascinating how people tend to regard the advancement of their skill by the gadgets that they have. Like in photography, most people who are starting with the hobby, especially those who can afford, would likely to buy the most expensive lenses and other accessories believing that it will improve their craft. However, most professional photographers would tell you that you need to improve your skill first before you engage yourself in investing on those costly accessories. You can begin with basic DSLR camera or any point and shoot camera for that matter such as Sony Cybershot, Lumix or fuji digital cameras and once you have mastered the skill, then you start to upgrade slowly.
The pros explain, that when you start upgrading your accessories without perfecting your skill, the tendency is to shove them off the shelves once you get frustrated. Remember we are talking of beginners, so you are just starting to feel the passion. It goes true for everything new that you want to start with such as golf, biking, cooking/culinary arts, you need to get the “feel” first. Are you really passionate about it? Give your self a year or two before indulging on any gadget upgrade, make sure that the fire has not “dwindled”.
Remember it’s not about the gadget, it’s all about your talent.
In one of my conversations with my daughter she asked me who my best friend is. I quickly replied, “your Papa!” I added that although we didn’t start that way, it just came to be. Of all the people in the world, I can talk to my husband about anything even about vanity. When I feel like I am so fat, he tells me I am not. When I freak out, he calms me. When I am down, he cheers me up.
Marriage is a work in progress. It’s up to both parties to make it successful. As for our marriage, we have had our share of ups and downs, it’s a roller coaster ride but we never let go of each other’s arms no matter what.
I guess we have come to a point that we have accepted our equality as husband and wife through our love and respect for each other. The road to attaining this kind of relationship is not an easy one. We need to submit ourselves to our partner and again, it’s a work in progress.
Even as we count the years of our marriage, it is important that we never ever let Love diminish, no matter how busy we are. Neglect is oftentimes the start of a broken relationship, that’s why we need to make an effort to make our partner feel special.
So no matter what happens, I will keep my promise to God … that I will love and cherish the man I married.
Oh goodness, this is so mushy already. Good thing hubs don’t read my blogs.
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I really badly need to get my mojo back!
Urban dictionary defines Mojo as a charm or a spell. It can also self-assuredness or self-confidence.
I guess I need both. I need to have the confidence as well as get back my charm in what I love the most… writing! I know I am not a “pro” when it comes to writing stuff, I even lack the creativity. I believe I am more of a technical writer. However, I just love to write. It’s one thing I am passionate about. But recently, I have lost the passion. I need to fire it up once again.
I find myself writing for the heck of it when I am required to write reviews about industrial bearings, acne creams and the like but I find my articles uninteresting.
At first, I made excuses. I said I need to concentrate on running our small business but its been a couple of years and its operation can now run systematically with minimal supervision. That is of course because I have trusted people to run it. Now, I find myself with so much more time in my hand and I feel that I need to go back to doing what I am passionate about. I have long since learned what I enjoy doing the most, that is cooking, writing, and photography.
As to my cooking, last week I started going back to my kitchen and cooking meals for the family and baking for my kids. I guess that’s a good start. In writing, motivation is what I really need plus the fact that I need to get all the distractions out of my way. As to the photography, I think believe I need to revive my photo blog. I remember how I get so excited posting photos in there. It’s been months since I last updated it and I promise to update it within the week.
It’s like I have written a list of my New Year’s resolution. teeheehee. Once in a while, it’s really good to examine one’s self to know if you’re doing good. It’s a good exercise.
I have my share of wedding invitations and this year, for the first time, I was chosen to be one of the principal sponsors — that goes to show that I am not getting any younger.
Weddings will always be a special occasion. It symbolizes the union of two individuals who is determined to live their lives together with the bond of love. With all the talks of divorce, I still believe that “What God has put together, let no man put asunder.” Marriage is always a work in progress, there will be troubles along the way but no one says it will be easy. The love and trust that bonds husband and wives are the ingredients that will console them in times of difficulties thus making their union a lot stronger. Trials are part of our lives, it’s one of the things that are constant in this world. The spice of life as they call it, without it life would be boring.
As for me and hubs, we have had our fair share of problems and misfortunes and sometimes it almost crush us to the ground but it does not mean we have to give up. After each storm, we find ourselves more fervent with our love and more passionate to remain with our union. Our secret is not only our love and trust with each other but our FAITH in the Lord. He who makes our marriage resilient with each passing time.
Each day, we pray not for troubles to come our way but for strength to make us through.
Yes, we are still searching….
They say your home is the reflection of who you are. I guess that’s the very reason why we still have not located the perfect house for our family. Aside from budget constraints, it’s the location that we are after. Living in a strategic where everything is within reach — market, school, church and even hospitals, it’s quite hard to look for a house that is really within our reach. I have even resorted in looking for houses for rent, just to satisfy my urge for a new environment. Good thing hubby has this way of controlling me.
Hubby has this quality that I should really learn… Patience. He tells me every time that God will show us the perfect house in His time. Oh well, I still have to cling on to that promise and pray hard that soon it will come true.
I have been feeling good about myself lately, in terms of my weight management. I am able to control my food intake, do my regular cardio exercises, and most of all I can now wear clothes comfortably without having to worry much of the bulging tummy. I even had the guts to tuck my shirt and I haven’t done that in ages. Even hubby notices the change.
And just when everything seems to feel good, you hear an unsolicited comment comment from someone in the family telling me that I get fatter each time she sees me. What the …. ???? I have been working my ass out and that’s what I get. I did not even resort to pills, no matter how safe diet pills are.
I told hubby about it and he just laughed. Good thing I have quite a strong personality that I can handle these kinds of negativity but how about other people who easily get affected by these blunt comments?
People can sometimes be so inconsiderate. Blurting out words without regard for the rights or feelings of others. I guess the reason why Hubby laughed is that he is just as tactless as anyone can be. I often remind him not to start a “small talk” with anyone by saying something negative especially if its a female. My tips are not to talk about age, weight, and waistline when dealing with girls. It’s such a touchy subject.
In short, if you don’t have anything to say, just keep your mouth shut! Am I right?
Breathe in and breathe out …. I still feel good about myself and no one can take that away.
Oh well! This is me venting out… I am just human, ya know????
Ever since I watched Kung Fu Panda 2, my fascination in yoga have been revived. One should find their “inner peace” according to Master Shi-Fu. I have been a member of a fitness club but my interest seems to always fade. One reason maybe because the boredom is setting when I am alone and second, I cannot do any hi-impact exercise because I have to take care of my knees. I need to find something that will be less stressing and with interaction, and Yoga is one of the things I can think of.
I have seen my blogger friends like Yogini from Manila live the benefits of Yoga. I believe Yoga can help me de-stress. It does not only increase flexibility but it can also tone and strengthen muscles though proper breathing.
Okay, okay! I think it’s time to look for a nearby Yoga studio and hit the yoga mats. Wish me luck! (wink)
Photo Credit : photo remix: Yoga woman on exercise ball – flickr_enthusiast_rocks_Nilmarie_Yoga-001 by adria.richard on Flickr. Some Rights Reserved.
Yes, summer is definitely over! My eldest is back to school and the rains are here. Good news for me since I am saying good-bye to my heat rash and you can only see the specks of them on my skin. Everything is back to normal, waking up in the morning, planning for their school meals, scheduling my errands — in order to finish them before I pick up my children and most of all, silence in the house.
I don’t know but as I get older, I seem to appreciate silence. I normally am a sociable person mingling with different kinds of people always brings delight however, now I have developed the fondness for “SILENCE.” I remember my son, whom I call “blabber mouth”, wouldn’t stop talking once he steps inside the car. I used to nod and acknowledge his stories but there are times that I seem to be caught in a world of nothingness. After realizing that I am not paying attention, he would utter, “Mom, your silence is killing me!” I could only laugh. I would explain that sometimes I need peace and quiet so I can relax.
That’s why nowadays, I would pick a weekend getaway place that is serene, without the bustling sound of the city. A place where I can just lounge around those Adirondack chairs and watch the beautiful sunset go by while I hear the chirping of the birds and the relaxing sound of the waves. Ahhh, I could almost feel the gentle breeze on my face. That is a picture of a perfect getaway for me.
Daughter will be celebrating her birthday next month, this was the conversation we just had today regarding her proposed birthday gift.
Daughter: “Mom, can I sell my cellphone?”
Me: “Huuuwaaat?”, with a stunned reaction.
Daughter: “Mom, it keeps on hanging,” she explained. “I want to sell this and buy a new one.”
Me: “Where will you get the extra money for the new phone?” I was beginning to probe knowing that this conversation will lead somewhere.
Daughter: “I wanted to ask from you if that can be my birthday gift.”
Me: I can only smile as I replied, “I’ll think about it.”
What’s with kids these days? They always want the latest, it’s not as if I can keep with buying them the fad. And to think that my daughter’s phone is not that old and it’s one of the latest. I am sure that she’ll choose a more expensive one as in the likes of an iPhone or any smartphone like the new htc incredibel s. I just wish I have the means to provide but if not, she will have to settle for what she has until we can afford a new one.
Last Sunday was Mother’s day, although the highlight of the day was not the Mother’s Day celebration— it was overshadowed by the Pacquiao-Mosley fight, we still had a celebration at home as we invited relatives to view the fight via pay-per-view. Nothing fancy.
It was my mom’s extraordinary appreciation to the bouquet of flowers I sent that really melted my heart. I am no perfect daughter. In fact, I know I have given my the most heartaches among my siblings, but my mom has remained patient with me as I have learned my own lessons an catching me whenever I fall.
With a simple flower arrangement, I have felt so much love. She called me with her voice cracking on the phone… my tears almost fell. It was nothing compared to what she has given me… she has given me my life. I could not find a gift worthy of saying “Thank You” for how well you have raised me … but there is nothing to equal that.
In my own little way, I am overwhelmed that even just a simple gesture gave her so much delight.
To you MOM, thank you for all the years of hard work and unconditional love. I love you!
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