Klang Reise 004: Demi Lovato's Give Your Heart A Break

I'm really excited about the 28th. I'll throw an early celebration with my closest friends and family at our new home. It's going to be fun. I hope they confirm their attendance soon. Hihi. Today marks day 17 of 31. Waaa!

Let me share this song from Demi Lovato. I'll let the song "Give Your Heart A Break" and Demi Lovato tell you why this song is just... LOVE!

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(Late greetings) HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!

It's a special day for all fathers out there! Greet them, hug them, kiss them and the most important thing is LOVE THEM! I posted this on Facebook but I wanted to share with y'all. Check out the link. :)

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY PAGUDDY ♥

Memory 25: All Eyes On Me

Realizations. I've been thinking about how I did for the past four years and I can say I'm proud of what I've become today in terms of growth and maturity. I guess bragging about yourself is not being arrogant but just a sign of confidence about being yourself. Anyway, this is one of my self-reflections.

Criticisms. This is what I've got to say about it: Accept criticisms graciously and learn from them. They are said to encourage a person to be better, to improve, and to realize a lot of things about oneself. I had a different view on criticisms before but I changed my mind eventually.

Before, I'm always worried about what others think of me. I would get really shy standing in front of many people. I held back my thoughts in group discussions. I couldn't find my voice in a crowd. Even if I had a lot to say, I'd rather let others say it and take credit. I was letting others shine while I let myself down.

But to tell you honestly, I always find the joy in helping others. Seeing them happy and satisfied is a fulfillment for me. For others, it may come across as too good to be true but for me, it's a sense of fulfillment. Though along the way, I must admit that I have struggled to find my own fulfillment for myself.

I've been through a lot on my last year in college and I learned a lot from it. I learned to accept criticisms graciously and never hold grudges. I never did actually. I just the criticisms get in and keep it to myself till I explode. Been there. When I exploded in anger and frustrations, that's when I learned to be strong. Like the Filipino cliche, "Pasok sa isang tenga, labas sa kabila." I think that's one of the sayings that I live by until now.

Now I value the art of letting go not just physically but also emotionally.


I've been surrounded with a lot of people and I wasn't able to realize then that I didn't know  who I was. And so when I got the chance to discover myself; I grabbed it and up to this day, I am learning about myself.

Right now, I can't say that I'm already set to reach for my dreams because I know I have to prepare myself first to the bigger world. A strong heart can conquer anything if one is ready to face what's out there. I think I'm not yet that strong to face what's beyond my circle. I guess I need more time.


Time. I value time better than before. It's like ticking on me and reminding me of what I should do. Also, it reminds me of how everyone is waiting for me to shine especially my parents and closest relatives. They're expecting a lot from me and I'm not here to disappoint anyone. I'll do what it takes to fulfill my dreams and theirs as well.


Having all eyes directed at you isn't bad at all. There's always something good in any bad. Whatever pushed me to be where I am now, kudos to you! Thank you for making me an improving fighter up to this day. I'm like the apprentice of a warrior and I love it. I'm going to fight with all my heart, soul and life for myself and my dearest family.


With that, I just want people to realize how much pressure they give to other people. It can help but too much will only make it bad.

Memory 20: My Diamond Star

When I was a kid, I always listened to Jollibee's Isang Pamilya album. Yes! I'm a Jollibee baby back then. Anyway, there was one song written by Ogie Alcasid for the album. The title was Dear God. 

Here's my favorite part...

"Bago ko ipikit ang mata ng mahigpit. Bago pa managinip, kayo ang nasa isip. Ang tahanang ito may pagibig na totoo. Kaya abot hanggang langit ang pasasalamat ko. Dear God, salamat po sa pamilyang ito. Huwag niyo pong pababayaan ang mga minamahal ko. Dear God, salamat po panalangin ko'y dinggin. Sana laging may pagibig sa tahanan namin..."

It's my favorite because I know even if we have misunderstandings and differences; we have love in our family. We're not the perfect family or even trying to be one. We are the best in our own way and that's what I love about my family.

And I am not a good daughter. At times, yes but most of the time, I am really stubborn. I may have abused my parents' patience for me but at the end of the day, love will reign over us. I can't remember when I showed them the love that they deserve. Guess I'm not really that showy. I am into words... That's why I'm writing this.

Today is mother's day and I wanted to say these meaningful words to her.

 I LOVE YOU MAMA. 

I LOVE YOU FOREVER! <3

My mama always does the chores at home and I barely help her. I always sit around at home and let her do the chores.

But when I graduated, I tried bit by bit to help her. She would ask me to run errands for her and I would. At first, I hesitated since I'm lazy at times but I told myself, she rarely asked favors from me.

But above all, I want to say sorry for everything I did and refused to do in the past. I'm sorry Mama. I am really sorry. I love you with all of my heart. Thank you because if it wasn't for you and Papa, I wouldn't be here in this world. Thank you with all of my heart!

I know these words won't suffice but I just want to let you know, I will make mistakes again and again; even forget the things you told me. But one thing's for sure, I LOVE YOU FOREVER!!

Let this words come alive in the coming days, months, years, and forever that we will be together with Paput Paguddy. My Mamut Maguddy, you’re one in a million. You’re my diamond star!