Love is Worth the Wait

Last year,  February 14,2017- Valentines day.  One of the most exciting,  fun time of the year,  especially for young,  in love couples.  People would often say that Valentine's is not just for lovers,  but for everyone you love.  Which is true!  But,  when you are unattached,  and you see posts on social media, of the gifts they receive,  and how they celebrated this day,  or sweet couples everywhere, you might feel a little sad for yourself.  Trust me,  I know the feeling,  and I understand how annoying it can sometimes get.

A lot of years have passed,  when I don't even notice this day,  and it's completely okay.  But, last year was different.  I felt sad,  and jealous even.  I asked God,what was wrong with me,  why doesn't anybody love me the way I wanted?  Why is there a lot of people who found love,  and why can't I?  Am I a bad person who is so hard to love? Am I not worth it.  Not enough?  (Kulang na lang itanong ko,  "pangit ba 'ko,  kapalit-palit ba ko? " which I did not dare ask,  takot ko lng na masagot ako ng "oo! ")   I had all  these questions,  but I couldn't find the answers.

From that day onwards,  I just found myself drifting away from my relationship with God.  I stopped praying and going to church. It lasted for almost a month.  I felt like a spoiled brat who wanted something from her faher,  and when I couldn't receive it,  I threw tantrums and sulk in darkness.

I just realized one day that happiness cannot be found if you are not happy with yourself,  and love cannot be shared without loving yourself first.

After that realization,  I asked God for forgiveness,  and started to be "me" again.  That's when I started to get serious in praying,  not just for a lover,  but for a partner,  a team mate,  a confidant,  a best friend all rolled into one person . I told God,  "He doesn't have to be perfect,  he just have to be real" Then it was on the last week of March,  when I started to communicate with this man online,  at that time,  I have actually gave up on online dating.  But his messages are actually something someone can't ignore. One day I just heard "someone" whisper in my head ( and heart)  "give it another try".  So I trusted my gut, and that small voice inside me.

Up to this time,  I never really thought we will come this far.

For all of you who are still waiting to find true love,  whatever your age is,  or your gender is,  always remember,  if you want something so bad,  don't ever give up.  Always pray and ask God whatever your heart desires. Be specific, but  realistic. Set your goals.  You should first ask yourself,  what is your real priority ba?  Is it to find love,  or a nice job,  or be a millionare.  From there,  have faith that God will grant you the thing(s)  you've been praying for in His timing,  not yours.

Keep on praying,  no matter how long it takes. And,  while waiting,  have fun and enjoy every minute of your life,  travel alone,  spend time with friends and family,  make everyday special,  make everyday a Valentine's day.  Time will come,  and you won't even notice,  your prayers will be answered one by one.  Sometimes,  it can be more than what you have asked for.  More than what you even deserve.

It's true that God answers all our prayers in two different ways.  It's either a yes,  or "I have something better planned for you. " You just have to listen carefully on what he wants you to do,  and always pray faithfully.  Afterall,  I also believe that God knows our hearts,  he already know what we want to pray for,  we just need to show Him how much we trust Him,  by continuing to pray,  even though at times,  it seems impossible.  All we need to do is believe. ❤

The Joys & Rewards of Being a Furparent

Some people, especially those who are not into pets too much, find it funny when I say stuff like “My dogs are family” or when I say “I’ll do everything for my furbabies”

But it’s true. They are not just pets for me, but I treat them as my own babies. Few years back, I am not really a dog person, until one furbaby changed everything. Three years ago, the idea of owning a pet just snapped into my mind all of a sudden when I felt that I was all alone that time, and I thought to myself to get a puppy just so I’ll have a companion. I named her Felicia (taken from Shrek’s daughter’s name) I never expected that she would  take a big space in my heart, which I never regret of giving her.

My beautiful Felicia 

Being a first time furparent is not all fun, and there are some hardships as well, especially when she gets sick and I panicked! But I guess the bond and the love you have for your furbaby makes it easier to  overcome those hardships.

But nothing will ever compare to the joys she had brought me. We had a lot of good times together. She especially liked it when we have good, fun walks every afternoon after my work. She likes it when I cook special food for her and not just resort to dog food all the time. She loves belly rubs and sleeping beside me. We would watch late night teleseryes together, and she is my ever reliable alarm clock in the morning.I couldn’t ever imagine my life without her.

Shhh..someone is still sleeping :)

Now that Felicia is 3, our neighbor gave me a new puppy, whom I named Mallows. Her fur is as soft as marshmallows that’s why I gave her that name. At first, I felt like Felicia got jealous with the new member of our family, but I guess she is now slowly getting used to it.

My fluffy and cutie Mallows

It makes me happy to see them get along little by little. Whenever I look at them, all I can see is happiness and love, because that is what they never fail to give me each and everyday. Nothing but pure love. That kind of love where you’ll know that there is no pretentions. The happiness I feel when they welcome me home with wagging tails and sloppy kisses is really priceless.

Sometimes I almost forget about my own happiness thinking about their own, but it’s okay. I have my whole life ahead of me. I’ve already experienced a lot of things in my life. I have my work, my family and my friends, but I know they only have me. And what is sad is that they only live for a short period of time. That’s why I want to make sure that I will give them everything but the best in those short lives.


It is true, dogs may not be our whole life, but they make our lives whole. They have filled up that empty space in my life that I wasn’t even aware was empty. And until one had really loved a dog can they learn the true meaning of taking life easy, pausing and simply live life without limits.  More importantly, being a furparent will simply teach you to love without measure, and smile more each day.