Another new year has begun. It is time to go back and revisit what has been done and what needs to be done. It is time to re-evaluate what was effective and what needs to be improved. I have made it a tradition to set my annual goals and targets at the beginning of the year. Knowing that I have ticked off my goals for the year gives a sense of fulfillment that trumps all the heartaches and sacrifices to get me to where I am. In 2023: ✔ Travel with husband. I am amazed that we were able to do this for both work and pleasure. ✔ Travel with the whole family ✔ Start a new income stream ✔ Sell more EVs. I know this is vague. But we were able to get into the retail market and find our niche. ✔ Daily prayers and meditation This year, 2024, my primary focus is on my health. The stress on the last quarter of 2023 took a toll on me, physically. This may mean delegating more work, refusing to take part in activities that will stress me ev
I just want to remember every bit of this busy Christmas season. It was extra busy this year, juggling two businesses, a 70th birthday party, a wedding and Christmas. Sometimes, I really wonder how am I still standing. Looking back, a few days after the festivities, it is really the busyness of the season that makes it special and memorable. 21: We had a singing engagement at the Tamarind St. residence of the T family. I was a bit distracted because of Tita Tessie's condition. David looked distraught. I called Vic several times to send reinforcements to SLGC. We thought she wouldn't make it till the next morning. 22: I woke up early for the morning mass then spent the rest of the morning finishing up Mama's cake for her party. Then, Vic and I visited Tita Tessie at the hospital. Vic was dealing with customs requirements while I was having my hair done. I sang for Kuya Jopet and Ate Love's wedding. I sang everything. There were hits and misses, but I am most