KZ Tandingan - Wag Ka Ng Umiyak

“Wag Ka Nang Umiyak”

This has been a love song to most of us. It is even kakilig-kilig to hear hubby singing this song to me, loving him more. But, not this time... it has been more kakilig-kilig to know that God is actually singing this song for me while giving me the tightest hug ever. I am so overwhelmed to feel His presence. Thank YOU, papa GOD. You are the best! Your plans are better than ours. I have been tested but I have survived. GOD is with me. And I still have a family, good friends, great loved ones and relatives. With my powerful 3 F's: Faith, Family and Friends, I know I can always survive. Kudos!

Happy moments, praise God. Difficult moments, seek God. Quiet moments, worship God. Painful moments, trust God. Every moment, thank God.

Wag ka nang umiyak, sa mundong pabago-bago

pag-ibig ko ay totoo

ako ang iyong bangka, kung magalit man

ang alon, ng panahon, sabay tayong aahon

[chorus]

Kung wala ka nang maintindihan

Kung wala ka nang makapitan

Kapit ka sa akin, kapit ka sa akin

Di kita bibitawan

Wag kang umiyak, mahaba man ang araw

uuwi ka sa yakap ko

wag mo nang damdamin kung wala ako sayong tabi

iiwan kong puso ko sa yo

at kung pakiramdam mo’y wala ka nang kakampi

isipin mo ako dahil puso’t isip ko’y

nasa yong tabi

[repeat chorus]

…di kita pababayaan

Kapit ka, kumapit ka

(para sa buhay ng buhay ko)

Welcome 2010! Celebrate Life at Its Best

My family, my inspiration and my Life!



































































As always, my hubby and I together with our families, loved ones and fiends do live LIFE to the fullest as we also celebrate each blessing, experience and adventure at the fullest. Thanking OUR dearest Creator and Savior with all the graces and blessings we have had, we always try our best to be those “people” GOD designs US to be – making ourselves worthy of the Life HE unconditionally gives and entrusts to all of us.

We live, experience and celebrate life to the fullest. We count and share our blessings. We laugh, have fun and enjoy together. Therefore, we can always make it through. With God’s grace, mercy and Love, we will survive this bumpy and challenging road called Life.

On my personal Facebook account, I just posted and shouted out loud that I am truly blessed as I live a very happy and fulfilling life with my loving hubby, smart, sweet and cute little son, Eieo and the rest of our families, loved ones and friends.

Truly, Myraine Carluen – Policarpio simply loves what she has, sees, touches, feels and experiences right now.

May this year, 2010, be OUR year! Indeed. God bless everyone.

Ad majorem Dei gloriam!

What My Dear Students Have in Mind

To my dear fellow bloggers, avid readers, virtual friends, and co-web enthusiasts, kindly take a peek on the wildest, fanciest and craziest dreams. Join us as we take dreams and imagination to the next level. Happy reading!

If I were a butterfly, I wouldn’t sip the nectar of the flowers; instead, I’d watch them bloom in the sun. - Agnes

If I were a witch, I'd be Hermione Granger and be the brightest witch of my age and rid the world with all the evil witches and wizards. – Aprille

If I were a god, I'd turn burdens into blessings, hatred into love, and envy to adoration. – Mia

If I were Ferdinand Marcos, I'd never declare Martial Law. – Mer-va

If I were a professor, I'd be Ms. Mai Carluen-Policarpio. – Jodette (Thanks, Jhodie. I'm suddenly touched. giggles...)

If I were a Superhero, it would be Superman. – Ryan

If I were Superman, I'd also love to be Spiderman, Batman and most of all, a gentleman. – Nico

If I were a sun, I'd shine into your life. – Kevin

If I were a sun, I'd light up your world. – Marion

If I were a moon, I'd lighten up your darkest night. – Irrel

If I were a star, I'd talk to the moon. – Christine

If I were a star, I'd shine on you at night. – Yama

If I were a candle, I'd enlighten your life. – Maxine

If I were a piano, I'd play the sweetest melody. – Ivy

If I were a violin, I'd make you feel the music to stay relaxed and comfortable. – Bryan

If I were a pillow, I'd choose to be wet by your tears than to see you crying alone. – Chrissan

If I were a book, I'd share the best contents and stories to my readers. – Abegail

If I were a clock, I'd stop the time just to be with you forever. – Veronica

If I were a time machine, I'd change my wrong decisions in the past. – May

If I were a boy, I'd be the perfect man for her. – Alegria

If I were a boy, I'd appreciate her more. – Bernadette

If I were a father, I'd be the best dad alive. – Mailyn

If I were an angel, I'd guide you forever. – Rinalyn

If I were an astronaut, I'd explore the universe and see if it’s endless. – Ely

If I were a chef, I'd cook the best food ever. – Kariza

If I were a Pharmacist, I'd make drugs that can surely get the disease away in just one take. – MJ

If I were a scientist, I'd create inventions that make transportation a lot easier. – Clyde

If I were a teacher, I'd be a unique teacher. – Daniel

If I were the president, I'd help my poor countrymen survive each day. - Joecel

If I were a millionaire, I'd give everything to my family. – Karen

If I were as beautiful as Ashley Tisdale, I'd get even and make boys cry. – Ana

If I were one of the most influential people in the world, I’d start the burden for the young people to get closer with GOD and see them change so the world will become a better place. – Isabel

Thank you, my dear students. You simply inspire me in many little ways that you alone can do, give and share. GOD Bless us all. Take care.

With all acknowledgment to this class...
BS Pharmacy 1y1-3!

Keep up the good work!

Ms. Mai

So Many Things That We Have to be Thankful for

We have survived a test of faith (the fire incident); we are able to move on and continue to live life positively and to the fullest. This happens ALL because of HIM and HIS people.

Despite of what had happened, we are able to appreciate life, the people around us and all the blessings we have more than we used to. Despite that traumatic incident, we are able to overcome life’s struggles and challenges because of the love, inspiration, hope and strength we have inside.

These are the people and a lot of things that we are thankful for:

Our Heavenly Father, Almighty God.
Our Little Prince, Baby Eieo – Leo Antonio.
Our families and relatives – OUR loved ones.
Our closest, same circles of friends.
Our individual friends, colleagues, neighbors, and acquaintances.
Our brothers and sisters in Faith.
Our spiritual advisers and counselors.
Rev. Msgr. Eppie Castro (St. Francis of Assisi Parish).
Knights of Columbus Council 3941
Various concerned individuals and organizations in our Parish and community.
The firemen, volunteers and some politicians.
My dear Students in the University.
Our concerned clients and virtual friends.

The Bible and the Rosary.
Our Little Prayers.
Inspiring and Motivating Music.
Games and Sports.
Cellular phones.
Computer Unit and Laptop.
Internet Connection.

Foods and drinks, clothes and shelter.
Beautiful churches and recreational places.
Wonderful Planet Earth – the nature and the environment.

Love, Respect, Trust, Unity, and Knowledge.
Hope, Wisdom, Trust, Integrity, and Discernment.
A Challenging yet Fulfilling and Rewarding LIFE to enjoy.

Indeed, we sincerely and humbly thank each and every blessing we have. Thank You!

Myraine

How I Live My Life

I always try to live my life as if it were my last…

I work hard to live life to the fullest – trying to make the most out of everything.

I participate and practice this environmental and developmental campaign on waste segregation: I reuse, reduce and recycle.

I see to it that I appreciate the beauty of life as well as its challenges, trials and complexities.

I practically celebrate parenthood and womanhood in many ways I know and possibly can.

I strive hard to reward and thank someone everyday – making him/her feel the love and care I have.

Most of all, I always seek the guidance and grace of our dear Lord through my little prayers and heartfelt service to Him and to His people.

Everyday is indeed a miracle, a blessing and a new hope for everyone.

Let us all start our day right and begin to experience the kind of life HE wants us to have and work hand-in-hand to be the same person HE plans and designs us to be.

Celebrate life and be the BEST that WE truly can.

Have a blessed and beautiful life today, tomorrow and forever!


Myraine

Smoking Can Kill You!

Smoking... a vice, a habit, an addiction, a killer.

Cigarette smoking is dangerous to anybody's health - regardless how seldom or often you smoke. This can certainly put your health at risks - making your family, loved ones and friends worry a lot.

I know you definitely don't want to die young; I am even certain that you want to live longer to allow you enjoy more quality time with your loved ones.

So, if you wish to live a longer, healthier and happier life, engage in some stop smoking hypnosis techniques today and experience the joy of living life to the fullest!

Have a healthier lifestyle!

Myraine

Getting rich at our fingertips…

I would always love to visit book sales at the malls, marketplaces and bazaars that offer and sell books at their lowest yet most reasonable price tags.

Books are my friends, my source of fresh ideas and my means of achieving professional growth on my own, silently.

I was on my quest for a new good book to add my collection of educational and informational treasures when I had seen this very handy book on how someone can get rich the soonest time possible without sacrificing the quality of life that he deserves.

I suddenly got interested in reading so I decided to buy a copy. Although at first I was not that really hooked to it, I found the book quite helpful to those individuals like my hubby and me who would always look forward for a brighter and more stable future.

I have discerned on these points and decided to make it happen, in its perfect time. Though we are not in a hurry or in a rush, we would want to achieve success and financial stability in our early years. This is not just for us to enjoy life and savor each moment but also continuously pass on to others the blessings we receive.

With this, I would like to start this good deed by sharing little things that I have found really useful and of great help. The following are some of those keys that the book cited:

• Learn the value of time.
• Set lifelong goals.
• Stay out of debt.
• Learn to accept failure positively.
• Develop winning attitudes and habits.
• Keep everything in focus.
• Work with the right people.
• Develop total self-discipline.
• Strengthen faith.
• Make happiness, not wealth, your ultimate goal.

Hope these points would help you, too. You may already have acquired, attained and established some of the abovementioned points, right? All you have to do is to develop, modify and practice these things and stuffs.

Let us all enjoy life and indulge into its beauty and riches!

Cheers to our being joyful and successful!

Myraine

Sudden Change of My Career Paths…

I used to be a career-oriented person. Years back, I worked as a media practitioner – segment producer/head writer of various shows and programs in one of the most prestigious networks in the country.

I was so busy living my life in the limelight and my social life was literally active – meeting different kinds of people, attending several events, doing scripts, editing and proofreading all kinds of write-ups, shootings, tapings, and the likes.

I chose this field of specialization, this career, which was full of adventures, surprises and challenges, simply because I loved doing these stuffs even if this required me 24 hours and seven days a week.

These things happened when I finally realized that I failed to spend quality time with my family. Indeed, this realization had scared and alarmed me so much that I needed to think it over and to find time for discernment. I believed something had gone wrong since I was raised in a family-oriented environment. My family should always be the first on my list, my priority.

With mixed emotions, I resigned from my post though my career was on its peak, and I was consistently receiving promotion, recognition and salary increase.

Then, I took another post from another institution. I worked as a Tertiary English Professor in today’s renowned university. This time, I have committed myself in this noble profession. I have lived my life in teaching grammar, writing, research and speech, touching the lives and hearts of my students, and inspiring young minds.

Though I am not receiving the kind of compensation I used to earn before, I am indeed happier. My moments with my sweet students are one of the reasons to stay inspired and dedicated to this kind of job.

This simply brings me joy, self-satisfaction and fulfillment.


Myraine

Eieo, Our Son: God’s Greatest Gift…

My husband and I decided to see a medical expert, an ob-gyne with much specialization in high-risk pregnancy and the like. Because of my having an irregularly irregular menstruation, as expected, the findings were hormonal imbalances, polycystic and anteverted uterus… quite hard for us to have a baby as early as we wanted to.

The physician said that in a year or two, we might have a baby if continuous check-ups and medications were observed. Therefore, we started the sessions and took all the risks and chances just to be blessed with a son or a daughter.

On the second month of our marriage, we did undergo certain medication and treatment. This method might mean lots of emotional strength such as faith, patience, hope, determination, and of course, financial stability. We were so serious and eager on this medical work out; weekly check-ups, ultrasound and daily medicine intake.

We really wanted to have a baby. After the long wait, sincere prayers, consistent and determined efforts, we were blessed with a baby. It was December 05, 2007 when we knew that I was five weeks pregnant. Right after knowing the great news, we – grateful and overwhelmed, ran to the church, religiously thanked God and praised Him with all our hearts. What a very nice gift from God!

We just realized that most of the good things that happened to our lives as individuals and as a couple came on the cold and sweet month of December. We were both born in December, got married, and most of all, we learned that we had a baby boy all on the same month.

We could not explain how happy we were. He simply brings us the joy that only he can.


Myraine

I am not an accident…

I am not an accident. My birth was no mistake or mishap and my life was not a just coincidence. My parents may not have planned me but God definitely did. He was not at all surprised by my birth. In fact, he expected it.

Indeed, long before I was conceived by my mom and my biological dad, I was first conceived in the mind of God.

It is neither fate, luck, coincidence nor chance – that I am breathing at this very moment. I am alive because God wanted to create me.
The Bible says, ”The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me.”

These are just some of the learning I had from one of my favorite inspirational books, The Purpose Driven Life by Mr. Rick Warren.

These lines were perceived and learned from its Day Two. These words have taken away my grudges, bitterness and resentment over my biological father. Most of all, these words of wisdom and reality have encouraged me to pursue and continue what I am doing right now, to be inspired and feel so blessed, and to keep on breathing with much optimism, love, determination and courage.

I am…

When I got married in 2006, I finally realized that this new phase would really change my life forever – my priorities, schedules, habits, routines and activities. My hubby and I had a 4-year engagement and we were right to think that we still needed ample time for adjustment. It was indeed true when people say that you and your partner will only know one another if and only if both of you will live under one roof.

Though we knew each other for quite a long time, we were surprised that we still make many revelations not just in our daily activities, values and attitudes, but also in our perceptions, beliefs, insights and points of views.

However, I am so thankful that we always manage to resolve those conflicts and settle those things out. I believe that all these happen simply because we religiously put God in the center of our relationship.

Thus, we try our best to keep our communication lines open, stay away from petty quarrels and bridge whatever gaps we have so far. Well, of course, aside from love, understanding, respect and trust are the keys to a successful marriage.

A man wants to feel that he is always understood; a woman wants to feel that she is always loved.

I was…

I once dreamed of a happy family with the usual, typical members – a father, a mother, and their offspring. This was simply because I had none.

Since I came from a broken family, I missed to experience the joy and fun of being loved and cared by a father. I didn’t have a father figure to look up to. But, I am still indeed thankful to be loved and raised by a single parent, my greatest mom as she was supported by her mom and dad (my one and only grandparents), and her siblings as well.

They all helped me out, nourished and nurtured me to be the best someone that I am right now. My achievements, my career, my views and values in life – I owe these all to them.

However, I guess it still feels a lot better to have a family and a home that you can really call your own.

Live Longer…

Do you know that every time you get mad, you unconsciously shorten your life? Yes, you do. Same thing happens when you get irritated, depressed, weary, hopeless, and feeling bad and unhappy.

Likewise, when you tell a lie, you cheat or steal, you hate or hurt someone, you badmouth, and you pull someone down, you shorten your life.

Every time you are greedy and guilty, you think bad thoughts, you fear, you do not forgive, you don’t care and share, you make your life shorter.

Thus, when you abuse yourself either physically, emotionally, mentally, or spiritually, and even if you just eat junk or unhealthy foods, you again shorten your precious life.

On the other light, every time you love, smile and feel good, you amazingly make your life longer.

After all, having a very strong faith in God, to oneself and to others, living with happy thoughts, positive outlook, and the right attitude, and filling your days with gratitude not just make you and other people live longer but also prolong the time you may spend with your loved ones – your family, relatives, friends, and acquaintances.

FOREWORD

Since I started to fall in love with words and letters and as writing becomes my passion, I just caught myself so hooked with reading and writing about life’s struggles and triumphs. Aside from the comfort, fun, relaxation and satisfaction that they may give me not only as a writer but also as an individual, it simply helps me realize how wonderful life really is... in spite of everything and despite of anything that may come along its way.

Basically, the life’s ups and downs of different people have always touched my heart and have inspired me so much. Learning from these inspiring stories is only the icing on the cake. What makes it more significant and really interesting is the way how I understand all the perspectives of life, the person himself as well as his situation.

Knowing each and every person’s experiences either through a conversation or a dialogue with him/her is as good as reading a novel, a book or any related reading materials or articles.

Interacting, communicating and dealing with other people – be it through the use of pen or mouth, are some of the helpful ways to relate with them and their lives as well. Listening to their stories makes me value life than usual and be more thankful for the countless blessings that I have received.

Thus, I have committed my free time to write feature articles and narratives about life’s stories of trials and successes. It is my own way of passing the knowledge and learning that I have taken from other people’s daily practices and experiences.

More so, these encouraging stories cannot only make the readers cry but also can find time to have some realizations and eventually, can get as far as making a difference… something that can change their lives forever.