Just stand up

February 11th, 2009 by angelspad

Beyonce: The heart is stronger than you think
Like it can go through anything
And even when you think it can’t it finds a way to still push on, though

Carrie: Sometimes you want to run away
Ain’t got the patience for the pain
And if you don’t believe it look into
Your heart the beat goes on

Rihanna: I’m tellin’ you
Things get better
Through whatever
If you fall, dust it off, don’t let up

Sheryl: Don’t you know you can go be your own miracle

Beyonce: You need to know

CHORUS
Sheryl: If the mind keeps thinking you’ve had enough
But the heart keeps telling you don’t give up

Sheryl/Beyonce: Who are we to be
Questioning, wondering what is what
Don’t give up
THROUGH IT ALL, JUST STAND UP!

Fergie: It’s like we all have better days
Problems getting all up in your face

Leona: Just because you go through it

Fergie: Don’t mean it got to take control, no

Leona: You ain’t gotta find no hiding place

Keyshia: Because the heart can beat the hate

Leona: Don’t wanna let your mind keep playin’ you

Keyshia: And sayin’ you can’t go on

Rihanna: I’m tellin’ you

Miley: Things get better
Through whatever

Rihanna: If you fall

Miley: Dust if off, don’t let up

LeAnn: Don’t you know you

Natasha: Can go

LeAnn: Be your own

Natasha: Miracle

Carrie: You need to know

Ensemble: CHORUS

Mary: You don’t gotta be a prisoner in your mind

Ciara: If you fall, dust it off

Mary: You can live your life

Rihanna/Carrie: Yeah

Mary: Let your heart be your guide

Rihanna/Carrie: Yeah yeah yeah

Mariah: And you will know that you’re good if you trust in the good

Ashanti: Everything will be alright, yeah
Light up the dark, if you follow your heart

Mary: And it will get better

Mariah: Through whatever

CHORUS (2x)

Fergie: You got it in you, find it within
You got it in now, find it within now
You got it in you, find it within
You got it in now, find it within now
You got it in you, find it within
You got it in now, find it within now
Find it within you, find it within
Everyone: THROUGH IT ALL, JUST STAND UP!

pray for me

February 6th, 2009 by angelspad

just a few more days…21 more days to be exact….pray for me….

Lucky Day

August 8th, 2008 by angelspad

August 8, 2008 — Minsan lang dadaan ang araw na to. Sayang gusto ko sana magpakuha ng picture kasama mga kaibigan ko kaya lang hindi natuloy kase bukas kukuha na ako ng exam at di pa ako tapos mag-review. Kinakabahan na talaga ako pero sinusubukan ko lang mag-relax relax muna ng konti kaya eto blog muna. Kanina nagising ako 5 ng umaga, nagbasa-basa ng konti at naligo ng 5:30 para pumunta sa misa ng 6 am dun sa parish namin na walking distance lang naman sa bahay. Medyo late ako kase pagdating ko homily na pero ok lang. Swerte pa rin pala ako kase bukod sa andun si Our Lady of Manaoag, ang misa pala na yun offered para sa mga board examinees. Pinapunta ng pari ang mga kukuha ng medical exam sa harap para sa special blessing. Kakaiba pakiramdam nung tumama yung holy water sa kin. Feeling ko sobrang swerte ko talaga. Sana nga swertehin talaga. Good luck sa atin lahat na kukuha ng exam bukas.

Don’t Quit

July 5th, 2008 by angelspad

Got this poem from a frame I found lying around in the house.

Don’t Quit!

When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
when the road you’re trudging seems all uphill,
When the funds are low and the debts are high,
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh,
When care is pressing you down a bit,
Rest, if you must, but do not quit.

Life is queer with its twists and turns,
As every one of us sometimes learns,
And many a failure turns about,
When he might have won had he stuck it out;
Don’t give up though the pace seems slow—
You may succeed with another blow.

Often the goal is nearer than,
It seems to a faint and faltering man,
Often the struggler has given up,
When he might have captured the victor’s cup,
And he learned too late when the night slipped down,
How close he was to the golden crown.

Success is failure turned inside out—
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
And you never can tell how close you are,
It may be near when it seems so far,
So stick to the fight when you’re hardest hit—
It’s when things seem worst that you must not quit.

—Anonymous

Just Once

April 23rd, 2008 by angelspad

Dear God,

Please help me not sing this song again: "I did my best but I guess my best wasn’t good enough cause here I am back where I was before seems nothing ever changes…" Haaayyyy. -angel

March 10th, 2008 by angelspad

All that I am, all that I have

I lay them down before you, oh Lord

All my regrets, all my acclaims

The joy and the pain, I’m making them yours

Lord, I offer my life to you

Everything I’ve been through

Use it for your glory

Lord I offer my days to you

Lifting my praise to you

As a pleasing sacrifice

Lord I offer you my life

Things in the past, things yet unseen

Wishes and dreams that are yet to come true

All of my heart, alll of my praise

My heart and my hands are lifted to you

Lord, I offer my life to you

Everything I’ve been through

Use it for your glory

Lord I offer my days to you

Lifting my praise to you

As a pleasing sacrifice

Lord I offer you my life

What can we give

That you have not given?

And what do we have

That is not already yours?

All we possess

Are these lives we’re living

That’s what we give to you, Lord

Lord, I offer my life to you

Everything I’ve been through

Use it for your glory

Lord I offer my days to you

Lifting my praise to you

As a pleasing sacrifice

Lord I offer you my life

Lord, I offer my life to you

Everything I’ve been through

Use it for your glory

Lord I offer my days to you

Lifting my praise to you

As a pleasing sacrifice

Lord I offer you my life

Lord I offer you my life

I’m a SHEEP!!!!

June 19th, 2007 by angelspad

I came across this site and found out some sheep characteristics. Swak siya sa kin. Agree? Hehehehe.

Lamb people have good taste and are quite charming and elegant  and rich. You may find them the center of attention at a stylish dinner party, ravishing all with incomparable wit and bon mots. The opposite is also true: they are often quite shy and sometimes prefer complete anonymity, the quiet life at home with a good book, a roaring fire, and the joys of the palate. A creative flame burns in their lives and you may find them before a canvas experimenting with bright bold genius strokes of paint. Sometimes, they tend to be pessimistic and question the meaning of life, wondering why they dwell among green mountains. They are quite often deeply religious or spiritual and quite passionate about their work and their belief. Sweet Potato Soup and Cellophane Noodles are among keys to good health. ________________________________________________________________________

EARTH SHEEP - 1859, 1919, 1979 This is type of Sheep is optimistic and more self-reliant. In spite of his strong attachments to the domestic scene and devoted loyalty to family members, he will still try to maintain a certain degree of independence. Earth as his element makes him conservative and careful. He won’t like to waste money but he won’t be counting the pennies either. But being a Sheep, he will still find it difficult to deny himself. What may appear as luxuries to other people will be bare necessities to him. However, just as he plays hard, the Earth Sheep will work hard. He can take his responsibilities seriously and will go out of his way to help his friends. It is unlikely that he will ever turn his back on someone in trouble. Although he may be more adept at concealing his emotions, this particular Sheep is also prone to being neurotic and ultradefensive when criticized. _______________________________________________________________________

Sheep simply want a bit of peace. They enjoy carrying on with life in their own quiet, individual way, content to be in the middle of it all rather than to be leading it. Sheep are quiet and calm people. They enjoy cultural things and focus much of their energy on artistic hobbies. Sheep are easygoing and relaxed, happy to be going with the flow. Years of the Sheep Sheep Years are eighth in the cycle following the Horse Years, and recur every twelfth year. The Chinese New Year does not fall on a specific date, so it is essential to check the calendar to find the exact date on which each Sheep Year actually begins.

1907*1919*1931*1943*1955*1967*1979*1991*2003

THE SIGN OF THE SHEEP

Sheep are nurturers. They enjoy taking care of other people. Like their animal counterpart, Sheep people are pretty calm individuals. Their personalities are quiet, reserved and soothing. They like to be in the company of others but do not wish to be in the middle of everything. They like standing in the back, watching contently from the sidelines, as others dazzle the company. Sheep will generally do better than they are aware because they are so good at keeping the peace and accomplishing the tasks at hand.

SHEEP FACTS: People born in the Year of the Sheep share certain characteristics. The Sheep Sign is an abbreviated way of characterizing that individual抯 personality.

Following are features associated with the Sign of the Sheep.

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CHARACTERISTICS Smart. Artistic, Kind, Happy, Reserved, Insecure, Dependent

IN YOUR ELEMENT The characteristics of the Sheep are tempered by one of the five Chinese elements of Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth overlaying a 5-year cycle of characteristics on the original 12-year cycle.

THE METAL SHEEP 1931 AND 1991 Sheep often display a tough exterior to protect the fragile interior they are notorious for. Close friends and family of the Metal Sheep understand this is simply a front for those sensitive emotions tucked inside. Sheep can sometimes treat others the way they feel instead of the way they wish to be treated which can lead to a tendency to be overprotective and vulnerable. Metal Sheep, more than other Sheep, are culturally stimulated and hold a deep passion for the arts.

THE WATER SHEEP 1943 AND 2003 Like their element, Water Sheep go with the flow of things, content to stroll through life like a Sunday evening walk. They are easy to get along with and live with and can make quite lovable roommates and companions. They enjoy the security of their homes and will generally plant their roots and stay in one place. They are well-spoken and witty, but lack self-confidence. They can pout when they don抰 get their way. THE

WOOD SHEEP 195S AND 2015 Generally surrounded by a bevy of friends, these Sheep enjoy being in the midst of a crowd. People flock to these Sheep, possibly because they are so compassionate and helpful. Their sincerity can be taken advantage of and Wood Sheep may get their feelings hurt by undeserving sympathy seekers. Sometimes, Wood Sheep need to suppress their caring ways and take care of themselves.

THE FIRE SHEEP 1907 AND 1967 Fire Sheep are not as likely to get their feelings hurt nor are they as likely to desire the approval of others as typical Sheep are. They are capable of taking care of themselves, standing up for themselves and putting themselves first. They are vivacious and charismatic, preferring theater to any of the other arts. Fire Sheep generally enjoy a tight circle of friends and family and enjoy the social limelight.

THE EARTH SHEEP 19l9 AND 1979 The Earth element gives the Sheep a grounded effect. Although he struggles with a lack of self-confidence, this Sheep is a very stable person. They are independent and practical, leaning more towards conservancy than liberality. An Earth Sheep抯 family is his most important asset and he spends his life working hard to provide for his loved ones. Earth Sheep are born with a joy for life that generally becomes infectious as you get to know him.

HEALTH AND HABITAT HEALTH A Sheep抯 serenity often prohibits him from health problems. Although they seem fragile on the outside, inside Sheep are quite healthy creatures. Happiness keeps the Sheep healthy. However, any sort of trouble or confrontation will send the Sheep抯 stomach spinning, especially if it is due to a romantic problem. As happiness keeps the Sheep healthy, unhappiness makes him quite sick.

AT HOME WITH THE SHEEP Sheep truly enjoy being at home. They spend their time there doing arts and crafts, cooking and knitting. Sheep are most comfortable on their couches in the privacy of their homes, relaxed and tranquil. Their homes are as simple as they like to feel. They are elegant and timeless, and their homes reflect their artistic flair. The Sheep will go to any expense to be comfortable and to enjoy convenience.

CAREER AND FINANCE THE SHEEP AT WORK Sheep people like the comfort of a crowd. They enjoy adding input and opinions but do not wish to take a lead position. Sheep will take a leadership role is asked, but generally prefer to be a part of the group. They do not seek positions of power or status as these things are not important to the Sheep.

MONEY AND THE SHEEP Sheep generally appear well-off. They love to spend money but do not find comfort or satisfaction in material things. They do have a knack with money though, which is well-suited for a person who spends money like the Sheep does. Sheep are always dressed to a T, looking well-groomed and well-dressed.

SHEEP CAREERS Those born ion the Year of the Sheep share the same kinds of goals and objectives in life. The occupations best suited for the Sheep are listed below:

SHEEP MAKE EXCELLENT: Editors Architects Actors Interior designers Florists Pediatricians Hairdressers Illustrators Musicians Daycare teachers Art historians

CONGENIAL BUSINESS PARTNERS Whether Sheep are compatible with their business partners depends on whether their signs are harmonious or antagonistic to those of their business partner. Considering the congruity of their own characters and the characters of their business partners can also be very useful.

Sheep ruled by Benefit From Are Antagonistic to Metal Earth Sheep Fire Monkeys Water Metal Rabbits Earth Roosters Wood Water Horses Metal Tigers Fire Wood Pigs Water Oxen Earth Fire Snakes Wood Dogs

Leisurely activities and pleasures

LIKES AND DISLIKES Since Sheep are born under the same Animal Sign, they often share likes and dislikes.

Following are similar likes and dislikes of the Sheep personality.

Color Preference: Pink, purple Gems and Stones: Moonstone,

Sapphire, Jade Suitable

Gifts: bathrobe, broach, peppermint oil, seashells, massage, theater tickets

Hobbies and Pastimes: Reading, watching movies, eating, drinking, swimming

Sheep Dislike: Being separated from family and friends, conflict, not having the support of others

THE SHEEP ON VACATION As Sheep find safety in numbers, they also like to travel with other people. Sheep enjoy guided tours of artistic places like museums, gardens or theaters. They are also drawn to water and thus enjoy vacationing at the beach or on a cruise.

FRIENDS AND ENEMIES Sheep make great hosts. They can adapt to any situation and generally enjoy any company they keep. They like throwing parties, but do not want to be in the spotlight the whole time. Sheep are sociable creatures, but they must really get to know you and the territory before engaging in any sort of committed situation. They are private and do not generally tell you everything there is to know about them until they have tested the waters and are sure they want to reveal themselves to you. Therefore, becoming a close friend of the Sheep is a taxing process and many do not have the patience to wait. Consequently, the Sheep has many acquaintances and few really good friends.

Compatible Friends Best Friends: Rabbits and Pigs

Mortal Enemy: Oxen

SHEEP PARENTS AND BABIES Sheep are natural caregivers. They automatically turn on their parental instincts and take on parental responsibilities. They are family people who often have large families with unusual numbers of children. They blanket their children with love and affection. They expect their children to use their manners and to be polite and respectful to others. Sheep generally have long-lasting, healthy relationships with their own parents. They often settle down close to where they grew up or close to their own parents so their children can be close to their grandparents. Often too, Sheep move elderly family members into their own homes to tae care of and nurture them back to health. They encourage their children to establish and maintain close relationships with family and stress the importance of this for the future.

SHEEP INFANT AND CHILD Sheep children are very sensitive. They cry at the drop of a hat, especially if their feelings are hurt or they are embarrassed. Often they will cry to get what they want. They are dependent on their parents and love to be affectionate with their family, especially their parents. They do not exhibit a great deal of self-confidence so parents and teachers are generally responsible for encouraging them to bring out their artistic natures. They are well-behaved, well-mannered children, who despise aggression and conflict.

SHEEP PARENT/CHILD KINSHIPS Some parents immediately click with their children and others find they will never have a close relationship no matter how hard they try make it happen. Following are compatibility ratings between Sheep parents and their children.

Sheep with Under the same roof Compatibility Rating

Rat differing opinions *

Ox too many temper tantrums *

Tiger will get better eventually **

Rabbit caring and attentive ***

Dragon happy parenting! ****

Snake supportive and giving ***

Horse great communication ****

Sheep sympathetic and sensitive ****

Monkey diverse viewpoints **

Rooster healthy **

Dog long lasting mutual respect ***

Pig kind and genuine ****

*uphill struggle **some complications ***easy bonding ****on the same wavelength

LOVERS AND SPOUSES THE SHEEP LOVER

Sheep do not like to be alone. They are very family-oriented people. If you do not like children or big families, Sheep are not right for you. Sheep will give themselves entirely to the right person and will do everything they can to maintain a stable, loving, happy relationship. MARRIAGE Even though Sheep can be clingy and self-deprecating they are loving creatures who make great romantic partners. They are compassionate and kind, genuine and affectionate. A Sheep needs a partner who will be supportive and attentive and who will help him develop his self-confidence.

THE SHEEP LOVE PARTNER

Sheep are often unaware of even their own talents, but with encouragement and love they will bring those talents forth. Sheep crave a partner who makes them feel safe enough to try new things and who will give them the confidence they need to shine.

PARTNERS IN LOVE

Sheep*Rat Sometimes tough, but keep at it.

Sheep*Ox You may be physically attracted, but that抯 about it.

Sheep*Tiger You both walk on too many eggshells to maintain a stable partnership.

Sheep*Rabbit Mutual respect, understanding, points of view単o for it!

Sheep*Dragon Sexually attracted but not mentally or intellectually.

Sheep*Snake Great friends and even better lovers.

Sheep*Horse Love at first sight becomes so much more.

Sheep*Sheep You understand each other perfectly. Wonder why?

Sheep*Monkey Your differences could unite you.

Sheep*Rooster A lot to overcome卪ay want5 to reconsider.

Sheep*Dog A tiring union.

Sheep*Pig You make great companions.

Love Partners at a Glance Sheep with Tips on Togetherness Compatibility

Rat a bit distant *

Ox Don抰 try it *

Tiger good for business, not for love **

Rabbit heavenly ****

Dragon could go either way **

Snake gratifying ***

Horse love at first sight ****

Sheep will be successful ***

Monkey take pointers from each other **

Rooster probably not *

Dog personality conflict *

Pig wonderful! ****

*dispute **keep working at it ***intense sexual attraction ****angelic

EAST MEETS WEST

ARIES SHEEP These Sheep do better behind the scenes. They are obsessive in love, but make a strong, stable partner.

TAUREAN SHEEP These Sheep are a bit materialistic and desire much wealth. Although they aren抰 money hungry, they do out themselves and their own comfort before everyone else.

GEMINI SHEEP Humorous and sociable, these Sheep are wonderful companions. They are quick thinkers who remember everything. These Sheep are most comfortable surrounded by family and friends.

CANCERIAN SHEEP Kind, genuine and gentle, these Sheep display as much the power to give love as the need to get love. They can pressure themselves about being able to support their families, but always put family first.

LEONINE SHEEP Fun to hang out with, these independent people are a bit more outgoing than other more tranquil Sheep. They are fair, just people who are honest and kind.

VIRGO SHEEP Overly fussy with high expectations, these Sheep often expect too much of themselves and of others.

LIBRAN SHEEP Libran Sheep are cultured and artistic. They are intellectual and sophisticated and finish what they start.

SCORPIO SHEEP Scorpio gives the naturally placid Sheep a bit of aggression. It also encourages the Sheep to exhibit independence. The Scorpio Sheep is desirable and magnetic.

SAGITTARIAN SHEEP These Sheep need to be self-supporting. They are content as long as they are pursuing or finishing whatever project they wish. They have the ability to take on and finish several projects at once.

CAPRICORN SHEEP Generally solid as a rock, these Sheep have been known to let their air down for a night out every once in a while. They are practical and motivated individuals whose drive is insatiable.

AQUARIAN SHEEP Wonderfully inventive and imaginative, these Sheep are true free spirits. They are vibrant people who live day to day, moment to moment.

PISCEAN SHEEP These Sheep are gentle creatures who need a supportive partner to achieve their full potential. They are quite artistic and serve well as independent artists.

Stop!!!

April 29th, 2007 by angelspad

Just when I thought it will be over soon, a new problem comes up but then I hope it will not be a repeat rotation.

Sakto!

July 26th, 2006 by angelspad

Sonnet 29

by William Shakespeare

When, in disgrace with Fortune and men's eyes,I all alone beweep my outcast state,And trouble deaf heaven with my bootless cries,And look upon myself and curse my fate,Wishing me like to one more rich in hope,Featured like him, like him with friends possessed,Desiring this man's art, and that man's scope,With what I most enjoy contented least,Yet in these thoughts myself almost despising,Haply I think on thee, and then my state,Like to the lark at break of day arisingFrom sullen earth, sings hymns at heaven's gate

For thy sweet love remembered such wealth brings,That then I scorn to change my state with kings.

The two standards

June 17th, 2006 by angelspad

Back in grade 4, I had Ms. Achacoso as my reading teacher and one of the things we read in class that I’ve kept in mind and heart was this oratorical piece. It guided me to make my choice a long time a ago. =)

The Two Standards by Horacio de la Costa, S.J.

Life is a Warfare: a warfare between two standards: the Standard of
Christ and the Standard of Satan. It is a warfare older than the world,
for it began with the revolt of the angels. It is a warfare wide as the
world; it rages in every nation, every city, in the heart of every man.

Satan desires all men to come under his Standard, and to this end lures
them with riches, honors, power, all that ministers to the lust and
pride of man. Christ on the contrary, invites all to fight under His
Standard. But He offers no worldly allurement; only Himself. Only
Jesus; only the Son of Man; born an outcast, raised in poverty,
rejected as a teacher, betrayed by His friend, crucified as a criminal.

And therefore His followers shall not be confounded forever; they are
certain of ultimate victory; against them, the gates of Hell cannot
prevail. The powers of darkness shall splinter before their splendid
battalions. Battle-scarred but resplendent, they shall enter into glory
with Christ, their king.

Two armies, two Standards, two generals… and
to every man there comes the imperious cry of command: Choose! Christ
or Satan? Choose! Sanctity or Sin? Choose! Heaven or Hell? And in the
choice he makes, is summed up the life of every man.