Hello, 2013!

That feeling when it seems like only a couple of weeks ago when I wrote my welcome note to 2012, and yet, here I am updating the holidays for 2013. I should say days must be passing too fast before I can even notice it.

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Before anything else, I'd like to thank God for everything that has happened this year. This has been a very good year to me. So far, all that I have worked so hard for really paid off. I finally understood the reason why some unfortunate events have to happen.

This year, I hope to:

1. Finish all my acad subjects (and meeting the required GWA of DOST)

2. Pass my comprehensive exam on my first take

3. Find means to meet all financial needs (hahaha. please no more delays and illnesses)

4. Have stronger and happier relationship with my family, and with Philip, and with friends

5. Finally visit Ilocos Sur and Norte

6. Go to other places without spending too much (I need manlibre. Haha)

7. Good health

8. Contented heart

9. Happy and abled mind

10. Stronger faith 

(Note: The list is in no particular order. I'm just listing what's in my thoughts randomly.)

I'd say this again. THIS YEAR HAS BEEN REALLY GREAT TO ME. Hurdles are there, but I have already accepted the fact that it keeps appearing as long as I breathe. I am happy about the opportunities given to me. I am very glad about the presence of the people who were there with me from the start. I am really looking forward to still be with your company (physically, virtually, mentally, hahahaha) as years go on.

Honestly, I'm a bit scared. The fear of the unknown still bugs my nerves. As it is said that though the earth contains water, heavy water can wash off the earth. This might be a very challenging year for me. But I'll take it the positive way. Though too much water can weather the soil, there will still be water. Opportunities are there. I should only be strong enough to hold on to 'em.

I am also positive that the Lord will always be by my side. 

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I am truly grateful that despite my imperfections, You are still a loving Father who loves me unconditionally. I thank You for everything that You've done for me. I am thankful for all the provisions, and yet to provide. Whatever I'll learn and achieve for the days to come will always be for Your glory. Yours alone. I am nothing without You.