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[11.8.06 - 1.34pm] |
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Found a new blog which might be permanent...
this is my last entry in LJ...thanks to LJ for letting me enjoy the blogworld...
you can go check my new site www.ynaxean.i.ph
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| to see my Dad |
[10.31.06 - 5.17am] |
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Tomorrow will be November 1....
I will be seeing my Dad, it's also his birthday on November 2.
So we will be going to the cemetery tomorrow afternoon until wee hours in the morning to celebrate Dad's birthday.
It's our first year to visit not just a relative (Lolo and Uncles in Libingan ng Mga Bayani) ... this time is someone dearest in our hearts...Dad...
I feel lonely....missing my Dad but happy because he is in heaven rejoicing and praising God....
I'll post the pictures in the cemetery soon...
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| another dream ... |
[10.31.06 - 5.09am] |
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I have been processing papers for another application overseas.
I consider other options in order to pursue the dream that i wanted.
I know that my husband wanted me here but he still supported the idea of me hoppin into another country to build a good career and life for both of us.
If this application is according to God's plan, then I know this would be it....
Then hubby will follow after 2 months. Its a good thing my mom will be supporting me financially for this application.
Hope everything works well.
As per the company, if our papers and job orders will be released soon, we might be leaving before Christmas...
That means I will be spending Christmas alone...White Christmas....without my family and hubby with me....huhuhu, but on the brighter side, it will be a dream come true.
My other application is now being processed, since i don't have the contract with them yet and since it will take months or year long processing, i still do have the option to take.
This 2nd offer or the initial offer...I have prayed for it and it will all be according to God's plan.
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| trick or treat |
[10.29.06 - 6.52am] |
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Our block had a "TRICK or TREAT" party for the kids.
It's our first kids event in our block and we're happy to be a part of it.
My hubby was one among the judges for the BEST IN COSTUME awardees.
There were 55 kids who participated. Twas a fun event.
I posed with the hunchback mascot and other scary mascots.
One of my grandchild won --- her sailor moon scary outfit is one among the unique costumes.
Pics to post soon.
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| bf - gf anniv and 1st wedding anniversary |
[10.16.06 - 1.07am] |
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Today marks our 10th year of love as bf and gf...
And last Oct 14, marked our 1st wedding anniversary.
We had fun since we had cruise adventure at Grande Island Resort. We spent days of unwinding and cool breeze experience with our villa overlooking the shore....
we had fun skin diving and checking on the ocean creatures underwater.
We had fun playing the billiards and roaming around the islands and having the fun of our lives.
We were joined in the evening by our friends Art and Rose who are based in Pampanga.
It was such a good experience celebrating our anniversary.
We were supposed to go to Villa Escudero but then it was fully booked so we opted to go to Subic instead.
We had a ferry boat cruise going to the island as seen on our pictures. It was like riding an airplane...
We had arguments in the morning of Friday when we were on our way since it was traffic and we can't hardly catch the 1230noon departure of the ferry....Still upon reaching Olongapo at 1230pm, we were still decided to go to Subic freeport and luckily, there was another special trip at around 130pm. The supposedly schedule of the next ferry was already at 530pm which means we had to wait for longer hours.
But still Lord has his ways for us to get at the island earlier.
We were so happy....upon reaching the island, we were amazed with the place...very cozy...its just that the pool and wave pool is under renovation so we had to enjoy the beach.
The set up and ambience was cool and the facilities are good, just like that facilities of 5 star hotels, plus the friendly and accommodating staff that they have.
the disadvantage is that you had to only eat at their coffee shop and fine dining place where meals are somewhat pricey though serving is big enough naman. but delectably yummy so its worth it.
here are some pictures to enjoy...
1ST WEDDING ANNIVERSARY AT GRANDE ISLAND RESORT SUBIC
Grande Island, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Philippines
tel 632-688 7300 / direct line 688 7300 loc 8104 / fax 635 2951
mobile 0927-778 2760 / email address jenny@grandeislandresort.com
Jenny Santos ( Assit Front Office Manager )
website : www.grandeislandresort.com
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| Wedding Anniversary |
[10.12.06 - 11.43am] |
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We're off to Subic for the Celebration of our wedding anniversary come Saturday.
We're spending overnight starting tomorrow Oct 13 - Oct 14.
Yipee pretty much excited.
You can browse their site www.grandeislandresort.com
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| aftermath of US Embassy Interview |
[10.5.06 - 3.49pm] |
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The judgment day is over. I went home feeling sad, but still I had the aftermath of the Consul's interview.
I arrived UN Avenue around 11am since my interview is scheduled at 1pm. I need to be at the Embassy an hour before my schedule.
I had my lunch at Pancake House in Times Plaza and took a cab to reach the US Embassy.
The queue was terrible already at Gate 3. I was there around 1130am. I got inside the Embassy around 1230pm --- waiting to be called at the Red Pavillon.
When our number was called after 30minutes, we had to submit our application and passport at Window 1 and assigned for our corresponding number.
We had to wait again for our turn for the finger thumbing xray to be done before we proceed to the Interview Room/
At around 140pm, I was inside the Interview Room. I prayed to God that whatever happens will be according to His will.
I witnessed how happy the other applicants being granted with VISA.....only a few applicants went out without the yellow paper in their hands. The yellow paper is the endorsement form to be turned over to Aboitiz for courier of your passport.
Counter 8 and 10 are the horrible counters.....Both American ladies in their mid 40's are the interviewers. Only a few are being approved. While in Counter 3 -- they will spend only 2 minutes or even a minute of Interview Process and alas, they are all smiles with the yellow paper in thier hands.
When i saw the series of numbers queud before me in Counter 10, i got nervous already --- since I assume I'll also be in Counter 10....and I'm not lucky enough --- for my counter assignment is the horrible Counter 10.
Series of questions were asked but I was able to answer it correctly :
1. What are you going to do in the US?
2. What is the convention all about ?
3. How long have your worked for this company ?
4. What is your position ?
5. How much do you earn ?
6. Is your husband working ?
7. How much does he earn ?
8. You got kids?
9. How many are you in the company ?
10. How many conventions have you attended ?
11. Do you own a house ?
12. When did you buy it ?
13. Can i take a look at your documents
She was trying to take the yellow paper but dropped it down and tried to get the other paper -- given to denied applicants ....I felt happy na sana when she tried to reach out the yellow paper....but this was what I heard from her "Sorry but you got no kids....This doesn't guarantee strong ties in the Philippines. You can re-apply again some other time" - then immediately stamped the back of my passport with APPLICATION RECEIVED.
The denial of providing me visa is not hurting too much....because I have observed that Consul assigned to me --- who denied almost all the applicants -- at least 20 people before me.
I was all throughout praying that my application was not with her. But with the Counter 3 instead since that Consul almost approved majority of the applicants.
Is it a sin of not having a child and not believing that I have no STRONG TIES TO THE PHILIPPINES just because i got no kid.
Maybe, God has other plans for me....maybe not too soon....maybe in HIS time.
Anyway, i will just try my luck some other time.
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| Xangsane's OVER --- Melenyo After Effects |
[10.3.06 - 1.01pm] |
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The typhoon Melenyo (with International code "Xangsane" - which means Elephant) has left our country but you can still see the after effect of the calamity.
Truly, it has affected Manila particularly paralyzing the Metro - wherein business establishments like Makati has been greatly affected.
Among the pictures are shown below....
UP Los Baños Building
a View of Edsa
View in Forbes Park
However, there are PROS and CONS of this Elephant Typhoon
Pros
1. Less dengue cases
2. Less pollution in the Metro
3. More time to reflect on your life
Cons
1. No water and electricity for several days
2. No TV, internet connection, no mobile phones, no electrical appliances
3. More babies in 9 months, who several years from now will be added to the unemployed filipinos
4. Flash floods
5. Deaths
6. Billboards causing death
7. DELAY of MY INTERVIEW at the Embassy
Actually since the power interruption during the typhoon and immediately after, not a lot of bloggers were able to post to their blogs due to the lack of electricity, and I'm one among them.
so, the aftermath of xangsane is officially over.
Finally, though a lot of cities in MAnila had their power back, we only had it this morning when we already left home for work.
It was really hard experiencing this after effect of the Elephant Typhoon.
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On the brighter side, tomorrow is the judgment day.
Tomorrow will be my Interview from the Embassy.
I already lift it up to God, and let Thy will be done....
Equipped with enough papers, hope the holy spirit will bless the consul who will approve my visa.
Hoping and praying for the best!
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| Elephant Typhoon Mops Out Manila |
[10.2.06 - 2.09pm] |
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I was among the few people who have rushed thru the forthcoming Elephant Typhoon which hits Manila and left widespread destruction, injuring hundreds of people and it seemed to be like a monster which slams the entire Metro.
Sept 28 --- was the day when it started to mopped out the entire country. The rain was pouring so hard, Manila was flooded. I woke up early for the early morning appointment at the Embassy. I was having second thoughts of proceeding to my interview schedule for I am aware that government offices were declared to stop operations....but since I wanted to make sure, I still headed to US Embassy.
Upon reaching US Embassy, the guards told us to come back the following day again. They even gave out phone numbers to call to be able to check if they will be open the following day.
I went to office instead and reported for work, around 11am, our French boss declared that we can proceed home but due to the wind and storm and posts and trees in Valero, I would still love to wait until the wind stops and will have the courage to run to head to the Terminal.
The storm passed Philippines before going to Vietnam
a View in the Superhighway
Truck carried away by the wind
Slightly more than half of the main island of Luzon was still without power.
Even until the following day, Sept 19, US Embassy is still closed --- which left me agonizing again.
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Sept 29 --- Friday
US Embassy is still closed.....i was really worried because I need to re-schedule again my appointment for Interview.
When our HRD called the Call Center, they claimed that I can have the interview schedule before my planned departure....too bad...
Our HR Department insisted that I need to have immediate appointment.
I was feeling so down though i was praying inside of me....God has been testing my faith ---- in the afternoon, I have confirmed that I will be scheduled on October 4.
I thanked God !!! So happy about Lord hearing my prayer.
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| the final decision |
[9.17.06 - 4.53pm] |
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finally, after almost two weeks of hiring process, i've been successfully considered for the position.
this time, it's the same position that i am assuming at the moment. initially, the offer was just entry level customer service....but now, customer service supervisor and will eventually be outside sales which entails commission.
the offer was great,....the same as the figure i'll be earning if i'll be a nurse in the U.S.
i was out on sales call at around 10am, in Subic....when my husband asked me to call him back.
He informed me that i was fortunately hired....but there was a problem....they are asking me to go there as a minimum for a tourist visa muna....which became a scary situation on my part.
i am still clarifying whether they will process my working visa once i get there.
admittedly, having been denied once i really can't figure out what good reason of going to the U.S. once interviewed at the embassy....
hay, i've mixed emotions --- happy but worried...
but just the same, i will leave everything to God...if its his will, then so be it...
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| the ground zero anniversary |
[9.11.06 - 12.48pm] |
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The memorable GROUND ZERO event of 2001....Time flew so fast....its in its 5th year of commemorating such tragic incident which hits the twin towers of NY.
The reason why Americans have been so cautious about terrorism....
As per the news, Bush states "The WAr is Not Over"
He quoted :
America did not ask for this war, and every American wishes it were over. The war is not over — and it will not be over until either we or the extremists emerge victorious."
the New Twin Tower
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| the deciding factor |
[9.7.06 - 5.41pm] |
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My future employer, has provided me the 13 questions --- techy and work related questions which would be the deciding factor of hiring me.
after the initial encounter, i can say that i don't want to assume that i may seem to get the job. i always had this attitude like this, but then, i hate that sometimes my assumption isn't right.
anyway, this time, i am not taking these seriously......
i don't want to expect
i don't want to be disappointed
i don't want to regret
i don't want to miss the opportunity
i have learn to have the attitude now of living it all up to God. I know, that if its according to His wil, then definitely, nothing is impossible.
I just hope and pray for good news soon.....
i pray to be attaining our dreams soon....
i pray that my hubby will be hired in the company that he applied for soon....
i pray that everything will fall into place soon....
and I'm lifting this all upto GOD.
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| the initial encounter |
[9.2.06 - 1.07pm] |
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maybe i was just too excited that i can hardly concentrate on getting a good sleep.
i woke at at around 430am, anticipating that employer has already been calling me....but my appointment with him was still at 600am.
when i woke up at 530am, i felt energetic and started to calm myself and think of possible interview questions.
i had my breakfast and took a bath since i am off to work.
i and my hubby was on our way outside the village when i got a call without a number appearing, so this is it...since it's an overseas call, definitely no number would be reflected on my mobile phone.
I got the call from the American principal and owner of the company. His biz is headquartered in Los Angeles and had a branch in San Francisco.
I immediately went back to my homey in order to accommodate his call.
The interview lasted for 45 minutes. He asked several techy questions related to my current job and was proud to have answered it all. I was also happy to hear that he has already sponsored Filipinos 5 years ago and had 4 Filipinos working for him.
I actually asked him when i would be able to know the outcome of the interview. I was so happy to hear, that according to him, as per the initial interview, he finds me fit for the position....(just hope everything will be ok).
He said that he need to still check on some of sponsoring papers to comply and the procedures now....at the back of my mind, i'm afraid, since US Embassy is a horror for me having been denied once.
He will drop me some more of detailed interview because he wanted details on the technicalities of my present job.....
From that email, he would be able to decide, whether he will hire me or not.
My hubby was beside me during the entire interview, he can see how happy yet nervous and confident I am during the interview process.
the employer even said that if visa processing will take 2 months, i need not to worry, because they will wait for me....( hope this statement is good as hired, but i don't want to assume )
As he listened to the exchange of communication, he said that it seemed that the employer really wanted me.
I just hope things will fall into place . I don't want to expect, coz i'm afraid to be disappointed.
If this is the answer to my prayers then so be it.....
My hubby even is lonely and both happy...coz if in case it will push thru, it will take 2 months from now for me to migrate in Los Angeles.
That is if it's really God's will....
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| good start of september |
[9.1.06 - 1.01pm] |
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I'm glad that BER months has just started..which simply means, Christmas will be just around the corner.
I feel happy during Christmas time....but just seemed that it will be the first Christmas without Dad with us....(which made me feel lonely....huhuhu!)
September is also the birth month of my husband...he is turning 30 this coming Sept 14.......and i'm thinking on how to surprise him....
Anyway, siguro a little salo salo lang with his family and mine in our own homey....
Well, when i opened my email this morning, i was so happy....after months of applying for work abroad, i successfully had a mail dropped to me by an employer in USA.
Actually, i got so excited that i was even invited to have a phone interview. I'm keeping my fingers crossed and live this up to God....if it's according to his will....
I'm pretty much nervous and excited in the encounter i'll be having with the employer tomorrow....
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| nice scrappy from mai |
[8.28.06 - 6.49pm] |
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Mai, one of my w@wie friends is fond of doing DIgital Scrapping...
here's one of her masterpiece in PHOTO TINTING...she practiced using our wedding portraits which i loved so much....yipee...
i just so loved it....Thanks MAI !
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