Although January started the year well for me, it hasn't been my best days since February came in. I came home early from work today because I felt annoyed, irritated and pissed. It's one of those times when all of a sudden you seem to hate your life without really giving it a thought.
After dinner I went straight to my computer browsing stuff, most especially songs, hoping it would make me feel better. I came across this Josh Groban song that speaks (or sings) of what I feel.
And I never want to let you down Forgive me if I slip away Sometimes it's hard to find my ground Cause I keep on falling as I try to get away From this crazy world
I wanted to post an entry about how my long weekend went and so here it is...
In a word it was memorable. I wish I could say that all that happened were wonderful experiences. I had to go through a roller coaster of emotions with all its ups, downs, loops, and corkscrews. Nevertheless, everything that took place has taught me a thing or two.
Events in our lives may not unfold the way we want them to, but during tough times, I have learned to look back on the happy moments and be thankful for them. I have learned to appreciate and show gratitude for all the blessings that I have received. It's not easy to accept the troubles that we face in our lives, but thinking about the times when we were at our best, when we were at our highest points, plus prayers and faith, can help us feel better and have even the tiniest spark of hope. These wonderful memories serve as constant reminders that the obstacles are just temporary and can be overcome.
When times are good, be happy; but when times are bad, consider this: God has made the one as well as the other. Ecclesiastes 7:14
Talking about recounting the milestones in our lives, the song Moonlight or Memory comes to mind. For me, this is one of the most beautiful renditions of the song:
Here's the Filipino version of the few lines from the song which was performed as Act II opened when Cats, the Musical was staged here in Manila. It's a great experience to have seen it live.
Liwanag, hanapin ang liwanag Ang iyong ala-ala ang gabay na sundin Sa liwanag, ligaya ay matatagpuan Bagong buhay ay darating
To help me remember, I went through my pictures and checked the places I've visited and the things I've done. From my recollection, I think With You was a favorite back then.
It's been a great experience answering going through this 30-Day Song Challenge. If you happen to know any blog challenges, I'd be more than happy to find out about them and post them here.
The fondest memories I have when I was a kid were during those times when our parents would bring the whole family on out-of-town trips. I remember Stevie Wonder songs playing in the car during those long drives. Used To Be was one of the most played songs (next was Ebony and Ivory)
Witnessing Regine Velasquez and Martin Nievera sing the song live in a concert was breathtaking.
