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The term 'amalgamation' pertains to a combination of two or more. This is a personal blog which is a combination of musings of my activities, thoughts, inspirations, ideas, and everything that happens around me.
As a personal blog, there are articles written not just for the sole intention of writing but are also directed to share experiences to uplift and inspire the downtrodden.
Life won't have meaning if everyone turns blind and start to see no hope. There is always hope, just waiting to be lit. Read through articles filled with hope.
When you try your best, but you don't succeed
When you get what you want, but not what you need
When you feel so tired, but you can't sleep
Stuck in reverse
And the tears come streaming down your face
When you lose something you can't replace
When you love someone, but it goes to waste
Could it be worse?
Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you
And high up above or down below
When you're too in love to let it go
But if you never try you'll never know
Just what you're worth
Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you
Tears stream down on your face
When you lose something you cannot replace
Tears stream down on your face
And I...
Tears stream down on your face
I promise you I will learn from my mistakes
Tears stream down on your face
And I...
Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you
There comes a time in life when you will run out of options, but one will always remain open no matter what; burn the bridge, and leave everything behind as the only way to keep trekking forward.
Goodbyes are just too hard to manage, like it rips your heart apart and you're paralyzed beyond explanation.
If you are reading this, you know who you are, this is the end of the road of this twisted relationship, but you will remain a perfect memory in my world. And in my mind, there is nothing more precious than what we shared.
Thank you for the temporary strength you gave me, it's enough for me to carry on.
Take care,
"You Were There"
Time passes, the world changes
But I'm still the same ole' kid
And your jokes still bring me laughter
As if you still were here
And it hurts
When I smile
'Cause my heart still remembers
When you were around
'Cause you were there
When no one was
Just when I thought nobody cared
You showed me love
'Cause you were my friend
You always told me
And I am still here
Because you were there
So precious, small treasures
A time when truth was innocent
True friendship, was all we were after
A place where kids could still be kids
And it hurts
But I'm glad
'Cause at least I was blessed
To have you as my friend
[HOOK]
You're my best friend
There are no accidents
God has a plan for everyone
And he brought you in my life
To show me what a good friendship was
The Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia, is a congregation of 17,000 plus members. After two decades, Hillsong branched into the gospel music industry. Soon followed music pastor Reuben Morgan's solo debut, World Through Your Eyes, released in November of 2004, and a slew of other releases, including Unified Praise, Jesus Is My Superhero, and Christmas, featuring Hillsong starlet Darlene Zschech as well as Brooke Fraser.
The worship team at Hillsong Church is led by Darlene Zschech, writer of "Shout To The Lord." Darlene works with a dedicated group of singers and musicians who week in and week out give their time and energy to lead their church into an atmosphere of worship. It is this dedication that is reflected on the albums.
The songs, "Through It All" which Darlene sang, and another one entitled, "Still" are my two 'Epiphanies' because the story about how I came to know Hillsong through these two songs is one of faith that I truly hold dearly in the heart.
In the place where I used to rent internet service to communicate with my sister, where they always played loud and wild music, one day played a song that struck a chord. The melody stuck in my head and I found myself humming to it until I got home.
The next opportunity I got to go online I tried Googling words I could remember in the lyrics. A Google result directed me to a YouTube video.
Unperturbed, despite a noisy internet cafe, I held the headset closely to my ears and basked in the words of worship. And as tears flowed, a deep sense of safety and security seemed to hover and descend on me like an overwhelmingly comforting embrace that lifted sadness and worries away. It didn't matter if I was in tears in a public cafe. Nothing mattered because I am carried in 'everlasting arms'.
It's been many years since I've gotten to know Hillsong, but I wish I had known them sooner. And until now, these songs "Through It All" and "Still" are the two songs I go to for comfort during troubled times. Today, is no different.
I am writing this blog with the hope that one day, Darlene Zschech can read my message to her. Thank you, Ms. Darlene Zschech for the tremendous light of inspiration and comfort you have showed me, as I'm sure many others.
My troubled times are nothing to the sacrifice made out of faithfulness He did for all of us. And your songs brightly reflect that truth. Thank you for the gift of songs you are sharing to the world through the wonderful gift that the Lord has so graciously given you and your team.
May you reach the farthest corners of earth to spread the word of God's everlasting arms and mend broken faith and shattered hopes. May God bless you always.
Almost two decades after the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, the Derek Redmond real life inspiration continues to spread around the world. The first time I saw his video two years ago was tough to watch.
Just like Derek, at some points in our lives, we break our hamstrings, falter and fall to the ground. "But how many of us would actually do what Derek Redmond did?" Would be a good question to ask.
I've gotten around to finally have the time to edit the video, but for the longest time, I wanted to blog about this for the simple truth that I think our whole lifetime is captured within this 4:47 video.
To Derek Redmond and his father, Jim Redmond, you personified the true definition of victory. It's when you persevere through people telling you to stop, not heeding even the most unbearable pain, to reach for that noble end with that one important inspiration in mind and become more than you can be.
Thank you, and may many others emulate your example of perseverance, courage, inspiration and love.
During times of sadness, I sit down and pray for healing and guidance. The moment I close my eyes, cover my ears and just open my heart, God makes His presence known through messages.
Messengers are anything or anyone, from family, close friends, or even complete strangers. Tonight, God sent me this message of amazing grace through this young boy.
I froze in my seat, closed my eyes and opened my heart as I listened. The boy's words weren't clear English, but I knew I clearly understood the message when tears started rolling down my cheeks.
Open your heart, let Him come in, and He'll heal you.
Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
Amazing grace
How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost, but now I'm found
Was blind, but now I see
'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear
And grace my fears relieved
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed
My chains are gone
I've been set free
My God, my Savior has ransomed me
And like a flood His mercy rains
Unending love, Amazing grace
The Lord has promised good to me
His word my hope secures
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures
[2x]
My chains are gone
I've been set free
My God, my Savior has ransomed me
And like a flood His mercy rains
Unending love, Amazing grace
The earth shall soon dissolve like snow
The sun forbear to shine
But God, Who called me here below
Will be forever mine
Will be forever mine
You are forever mine
Thank you, Jotta for the inspiration. Truly, you are blessed.
1,400,000+ hits in YouTube, this Brazilian youngster will send shivers of inspiration to millions more. Jotta will astound you with his rendition of a Michael W. Smith song, Agnus Dei (Lamb of God). It's simply a breathtaking performance singing his heart out praising God.
This was performed live in a Brazil talented kids show called, Joven's Talentos Kids.
Talk about inspiration, this kid's gift surely is heaven-sent!
Agnus Dei Michael W. Smith
Alleluia, Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia,
Holy, Holy are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
Amen
Alleluia, Alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia,
Holy, Holy are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
You are holy, Holy are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
Amen
Holy, Holy are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
You are holy, Holy are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
Amen
This is a 2-minute clip highlighting Charice's rendition of One Moment In Time from james66949 who owns the full video in YouTube. With all due respect to Whitney Houston, Charice did justice to her song in a mesmerizing stellar and powerhouse performance! Turn up the volume and prepare for an out of this world chills and goosebumps experience! Check it out!
Photos are owned by the Paws N' Toes Society. To a great dog lovers' community and to all the dogs in the world great and small, this is dedicated to you.
What goes around comes back around (hey my baby)
What goes around comes back around (hey my baby)
What goes around comes back around (hey my baby)
What goes around comes back around (hey my baby)
There was a time
I thought, that you did everything right
No lies, no wrong
Boy I, must've been outta my mind
So when I think of the time that I almost loved you
You showed your ass and I saw the real you
Thank God you blew it
Thank God I dodged the bullet
I'm so over you
So baby good lookin' out
[Chorus]
I wanted you bad
I'm so through with it
Cuz honestly you turned out to be the best thing I never had
You turned out to be the best thing I never had
And I'm gon' always be the best thing you never had
I bet it sucks to be you right now
So sad, you're hurt
Boo hoo, oh, did you expect me to care?
You don't deserve my tears
I guess that's why they ain't there
When I think that there was a time that I almost loved you
You showed your ass and I saw the real you
Thank God you blew it
Thank God I dodged the bullet
I'm so over you
Baby good lookin' out
[Chorus]
I wanted you bad
I'm so through with it
Cuz honestly you turned out to be the best thing I never had
I said, you turned out to be the best thing I never had
And I'll never be the best thing you never had
Oh baby I bet sucks to be you right now
I know you want me back
It's time to face the facts
That I'm the one that's got away
Lord knows that it would take another place, another time, another world, another life
Thank God I found the good in goodbye
[Chorus]
I used to want you so bad
I'm so through it that
Cuz honestly you turned out to be the best thing I never had
You turned out to be the best thing I never had
And I will always be the, best thing you never had.
Best thing you never had!
I used to want you so bad
I'm so through it that
Cause honestly you turned out to be the best thing I never had
Oh you turned out to be the best thing I never had
Oh I will never be the best thing you never had
Oh baby, I bet it sucks to be you right now
Goes around, comes back around
Goes around, comes back around
Bet it sucks to be you right now
Goes around, comes back around
Bet it sucks to be you right now
Goes around, comes back around
Bet it sucks to be you right now
Ever had that moment when your friends are talking about a great movie just shown that you have completely no idea about? Makes me feel like living in a different world every time! This one went out in theaters in April. How could I have missed this? Jake Gyllenhaal stars a Sci-Fi thriller named, Source Code; rated 91% movie review by rottentomatoes.com. This is rather an excellent mark coming from rottentomatoes.com
When decorated soldier Captain Colter Stevens (Jake Gyllenhaal) wakes up in the body of an unknown man, he discovers he's part of a mission to find the bomber of a Chicago commuter train. In an assignment unlike any he's ever known, he learns he's part of a government experiment called the Source Code, a program that enables him to cross over into another man's identity in the last 8 minutes of his life. With a second, much larger target threatening to kill millions in downtown Chicago, Colter re-lives the incident over and over again, gathering clues each time, until he can solve the mystery of who is behind the bombs and prevent the next attack. -- (C) Summit
I'm a big Sci-Fi fan. I'm getting a DVD for this one!
Ilang beses ng nag-away
Hanggang sa magkasakitan
Na 'di alam ang pinagmulan
Pati maliliit na bagay
Na napag-uusapan
Bigla na lang pinag-aawayan
Ngunit kahit na ganito
Madalas na 'di tayo magkasundo
Ikaw lang ang gusto kong makapiling
Sa buong buhay ko
Chorus:
Kahit na binabato mo ako ng kung anu-ano
Ikaw pa rin ang gusto ko
Kahit na sinasampal mo ako't
Sinisipa't nasusugatan mo
Ikaw pa rin
Walang iba
Ang gusto kong makasama
Walang iba
Walang iba
Nagsimula sa mga asaran
Hanggang sa magkainitan
Isang eksenang bangayan na naman
Ba't ba kase pinagpipilitan
Ang hindi maintindihan
Di naman kinakailangan
Ngunit kahit na ganito
Madalas na di tayo magkasundo
Ikaw lang ang gusto kong makapiling
Sa buong buhay ko
Kahit na binabato mo ako ng kung anu-ano
Ikaw pa rin ang gusto ko
Kahit na sinasampal mo ako't
Sinisipa't nasusugatan mo
Ikaw pa rin
Walang iba
Ang gusto kong makasama
Walang iba
Kahit na binabato mo ako ng kung anu-ano
Ikaw pa rin ang gusto ko
Kahit na sinasampal mo ako't
Sinisipa't nasusugatan mo
Ikaw pa rin
Walang iba
Ang gusto kong makasama
Walang iba
This is late, but I'll take the time out to blog about Pilipinas Got Talent Season 2 champion, Marcelito Pomoy.
From his humble beginnings, Marcelito Pomoy instantly caught the attention of judges Kris Aquino, Ai-Ai De Las Alas, and Freddie Garcia with his ability to sing both male and female voices. Marcelito sang, "The Prayer" as his final performance on the stage of the Araneta Coliseum for the Pilipinas Got Talent Season 2 finale. Such performance earned him a standing ovation. Marcelito cried tears of joy hearing his name hailed as the grand champion. He thanked all the viewers who believed in his talent and voted for him. Making his triumph memorable was the presence of his father who was mostly absent during his growing years. Now, all that Marcelito could ask for is to finally have a complete family.
Marcelito garnered 19.56% of the votes winning him P2 Million. Second Place went to Happy Feet garnering 18.32% of the total text votes, and third Place went to Freestylers, with 9.46% of the total text votes.
Pilipinas Got Talent Season 3 audition starts immediately on July 9th, 2011.
Congratulations, Marcelito! You make the Philippines proud!
There was a TV special on the 13th I really wanted to see. It's a Valentine TV Concert named, Charice: Home for Valentine's, which I most unfortunately wasn't able to watch. I had to turn to YouTube for it. I can't say just how much joy it brought watching the whole 11 cuts of the entire TV Special.
I have the utmost admiration for this very talented young artist who captures the heart of everyone on everywhere she lays foot on. That night, during the concert, Filipinos all over the world sat down, watched in amazing bewilderment to a talent that we Filipinos did not recognize until Oprah introduced her to the world.
Today, I'm going to dedicate one full blog post taking time out from work to do this for Charice. And I hope she gets to read this someday. This one's for you Charice, for the limitless inspiration you bring to me, and to many others who find themselves struggling in continuing to go after their dreams.
The TV Concert started by, the network welcoming her and introducing her as an international singing sensation (talk about an understatement of the year). And she starts off with Celine Dion's "The Power of Love." Followed by Beyonce's "Halo." And just when I stated to think it couldn't get any better, she sang Bruno Mars' "Grenade," which I thought was out of her music genre, but did a spectacular performance of it.
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The second part, she got her first chance to speak to the audience. For her international fans, I'm going to try to translate what she said as accurately as I can. Here she sang her own songs "Pyramid" and "Reset."
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"Who's in your heart? [LAUGHS] You know, I've been everywhere abroad but when I'm here and I see you guys, I think I'm more nervous. They say it's more difficult to entertain the Filipinos. And I think that must really be true because I've been an amateur for quite sometime here. And I did not expect I'd be discovered in YouTube. Some of those are foreigners, of course. So please join me and let's spice everything up! And as I give you two songs taken from my first international studio album with my own name, Charice, here with me, here with me, here with me is a new rap star that young ones admire today, Elmo Magalona. Give it up!"
The third part is where she thanked the TV station for the Special TV Concert they did for her.
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After thanking the organizers, this was what she said,
"I like to experiment on different types of songs. Old or new, each song I can change and put different styles. So here's a song that was recorded by Alicia Keys called, "If I Ain't Got You." And here to help me do that for you, is one of my favorite singers in our country, miss Rachelle Ann Go."
I just have to say that I feel sorry for anybody who performs in stage with Charice. She definitely outshines and outperforms them without effort. That's how good she is on stage.
After their number, Charice speaks again.
"Happy Valentines. Thank you. I froze there. Super talented. Anyway, everyone is talking about Glee. Yes. That's actually one of the best things in my career at this moment. So, of course, it also gave me the chance to not only sing but also to act. And actually my role in Glee is just like my own life. Because before when I went to school, I also wore glasses. And I went to auditions. So I went through those stuff. So when I auditioned for Glee, I mentioned that, before when I auditioned for singing contests, they didn't know where to place me whether in the adult division or in the small division, because when I tried the adult division, they said I was too small, when I tried the children's division, they said my voice was too big. So I asked, "Where do I place myself?" But I said, "I've been there before." So that's OK with me."
After that performance, she got her first standing ovation of the night. And I'd have to add that that rarely happens in the Philippines. So you'd understand why she basked in that moment for a short while longer.
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Lady: Hi Charice! You're really, really so amazing. That song was awesome. I'm sure everyone in the audience was just so delighted. And you make each one of us very, very proud.
Charice: Thank you. Thank you.
Lady: So I have a question for you, Charice. Everybody knows how long you struggled to achieve your international status. So you are self made, you really worked hard. Could you tell us more about it?
Charice: I really, really worked hard. But of course, my mom has always been there with me through all the hard-work. My sibling has also been there. We were really needy before. I had to join contests not just in Laguna, I reached Batangas, I've gone through almost all the fiestas, we went to all those. I was very determined to win because otherwise, we wouldn't have fare to go back home. I experienced losing so we had to sleep over a stranger's house. It was a good thing that the following morning there was another singing contest. I won. So we were able to go home.
Lady: Wow.
Charice: Everybody knows that I did not win in big amateur contests here in the Philippines. But most fortunately, I earned some fans that time who really posted my performances in YouTube which South Korean show Star King saw. That's why they invited me.
I look so different now. Those promoters there who uploaded my videos in YouTube, please raise your hands. Don't be shy. There, those promoters who posted my videos, they are still with me until now. So thank you so much. Happy valentines to you. And I love you all.
Part 5/11:
Miss Oprah Winfrey's advice, she said, I was wearing a sparkling Converse, she said, "Nice shoes, Charice," Oh, I'll make that bolder, "Nice shoes, Charice. But always remember this, keep your feet on the ground, even if you're wearing nice shoes." So I'm really remembering that. And of course my mom, she always reminds me not to forget what I went through. Specially that time when we didn't have anything, when we experienced sleeping on the floor and borrowed bed from the neighbors. What, "Ahh?" But of course that time, I felt like my dreams would never come true.
"All By Myself" got her another standing ovation.
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"One of my greatest regrets in my life is that I haven't been able to perform with one of my idols, the king of pop, Michael Jackson. But tonight, I am given a chance to perform with one of my favorites whose name is also Michael! This one is for all of you."
This part, I really want to say in behalf of Michael V.'s defense, he is not a singer. He's a local TV comedian. I thought it's not fair to judge him as a singer here as what I've read in some of the negative comments about this particular performance. This performance aimed to give fun and humor to the TV Concert while of course still showcasing Charice's versatility as an artist.
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After thanking some important people in the audience this was what she said:
"I've gone through many concerts, tours, and even being a part of David Foster and friends, and performed together on stage with singing sensations like miss Celine Dion, Andrea Bocelli, and many others. But you know, this is the most requested number wherever I go, from Whitney Houston. I hope to be able to perform with her someday.
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She introduced the country's Ultimate OPM Singer-Songwriter.
Charice: Ladies and gentlemen, please help me welcome, Ogie Alcasid. Louder. Complete with standing ovation.
Ogie: Good evening guys. You are amazing. Let's give her applause. You are amazing. How do you do those? Where is your voice coming from?
Charice: Hold on, I envy you kuya Ogie because you found your one true love, congratulations!
Ogie: Thank you. But I thought I'm in a Charice concert. Why does it seem like I'm in Alvin and the Chipmunks?
Charice: You're not mistaken. This is me, Charice. I only do that when I rehearse.
Ogie: Amazing what this girl can do. Sing, dance and that.
Charice: Thank you.
Ogie: What can you not do?
Charice: I don't know.
Ogie: Amazing Mahal.
Charice: Sorry, sorry.
Ogie: So good. All I can do is --
Charice: Hold on, I have a question. Why aren't you with ate Reg? Are you guys quarrelling?
Ogie: We didn't. She has a taping with Dingdong.
Charice: Something new to watch.
Ogie: Yes, something new to watch.
Charice: OK. Something new to look forward to.
Ogie: Can you sing in that voice? Can you try?
Charice: Yes, I can.
Ogie: You're such a winner, Charice!
Charice: Chechebureche. (gibberish)
Ogie: One of a kind, this kid.
Charice: Because I wanted to be a comedian like Mr. Michael, you guys are my favorite since I was little, until now.
Ogie: Until now. You want to join Bubble Gang? (local comedy TV show)
Charice: Until now that's my favorite.
Ogie: OK. Until now?
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Pinky: Hi, Charice. How are you? I'm Pinky. Aside from your idols in singing, who else inspires you? And to whom do you really owe your success?
Charice: I have many inspirations like miss Ellen Degeneres because she's the first one who invited me in the States. Of course there's miss Oprah, sir David, of course the person who uploaded my video in YouTube, kuya Dave, FalseVoice, the show in Korea, Star King. But of course on top of it all, it's my mom who really inspires me. She inspires me a lot. That's why before I achieved all these achievements -- I remember the story when I first appeared for miss Oprah. We were on our way back to the Philippines, we were in the airplane from Chicago, there were two police who entered the airplane. They called, "Charice Pempengco?"
Mom asked, "Did you damage Oprah's doll?" I said, "No. Maybe because you took all the shampoo at the hotel." That time I didn't know you could get the shampoo. So then they brought us to the Harpo Studios. We were in the conference room and Oprah entered. She sat in front and said, "Tell me your story. I want to help you."
So that day, she called sir David Foster. And she granted everything in my dream journal because I love to draw. She granted everything in it. In my drawing were me and Celine Dion, me and Andrea Bocelli, me and Mariah, me and Michael Buble, Josh Groban. She granted all of that. So she's really like my fairy godmother. So I'm never going to be here if not for her. But of course, I really go after my mom. She's the one who taught me how to sing. So I want to thank you. Thank you mommy for all the love. I know your love life. But of course you're still my valentine.
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"God has been so good to me. If it's really for you, He'll give it to you. You know that besides from being in the sequel, Alvin and the Chipmunks the movie, I was also with David Foster and friends. And this is the first ever international recording that Sir David Foster did for me with composer Diane Warren.
After "Note to God,"
Girl: Hi Charice.
Charice: Hi.
Girl: You have achieved so much in the past few years. What's next for Charice? Any new projects?
Charice: Right now, I'm not going to be able to answer until I have the go signal from my managers in the States. But I have a new song. Actually I have recorded a number of new songs. But of course we're looking for second single that can rival international songs like you know, songs of Rihanna, Katie Perry. So we're really busy with that. And I don't know where the Lord will take me. Everything He gave, in His own time. So that's also my advice to those who dream like me. It will come if you work hard and you are determined. Trust in God. When I started singing, I said, "Mommy, it's so hard to reach for my dreams." She said, "It'll come. Just don't lose hope."
This is the part where I just lost it. Like a roller coaster ride, she made me laugh, dance, sing, and here, teary-eyed.
You can see it in her. She's holding off tears right from the beginning of the song. It's so hard to attempt interpreting the lyrics in English specially that it's this song that made our idol and her mom cry. But I'm going to try as accurately as I can.
Maghintay Ka Lamang
(Just Wait)
I.
Kung hindi ngayon and panahon na para sa iyo
(If now is not the time for you)
wag maiinip dahil ganyan ang buhay sa mundo
(don't be impatient because that's how life is in this world)
wag mawawalan ng pag-asa darating din ang ligaya
(don't lose hope, happiness will come)
ang isipin moy may bukas pa na mayroong saya
(think of tomorrow having joy)
II.
Kabiguay hindi hadlang upang tumakas ka
(Failure isn't hurdle for you to escape)
wag kang iiwas pag nabibigo
(don't avoid when you fail)
dapat nga lumaban ka
(you should fight)
Ref:
Ang kailangan moy tibay ng loob kung mayroong pagsubok man
(What you need is courage when there are trials)
ang liwanag ay di magtatagal at muling mamamasdan
(the light won't go out for long and will be seen again)
ikot ng mundo ay hindi laging pighati't kasawian
(the way the world spins isn't always in grief and failure)
ang pangarap mo ay makakamtan
(your dreams are reachable)
basta't mag hintay ka lamang
(just wait)
I.
Kung hindi ngayon and panahon na para sa iyo
(If now is not the time for you)
wag maiinip dahil ganyan ang buhay sa mundo
(don't be impatient because that's how life is in this world)
wag mawawalan ng pag-asa darating din ang ligaya
(don't lose hope, happiness will come)
ang isipin moy may bukas pa na mayroong saya
(think of tomorrow having joy)
II.
Kabiguay hindi hadlang upang tumakas ka
(Failure isn't hurdle for you to escape)
wag kang iiwas pag nabibigo
(don't avoid when you fail)
dapat nga lumaban ka
(you should fight)
Ref:
Ang kailangan moy tibay ng loob kung mayroong pagsubok man
(What you need is courage when there are trials)
ang liwanag ay di magtatagal at muling mamamasdan
(the light won't go out for long and will be seen again)
ikot ng mundo ay hindi laging pighati't kasawian
(the way the world spins isn't always in grief and failure)
ang pangarap mo ay makakamtan
(your dreams are reachable)
basta't mag hintay ka lamang
(just wait)
It must have been so hard holding back all those tears. And she almost wasn't able to finish the marvelous song. But not only did she finish it, she finished it brilliantly with all raw emotions kept inside with poise and pride. This part I think was really her winning moment. How fitting that song was for her. Everything came up to this. Victory made flesh. And did I mention she did all those live?
Part 11/11:
I'd like to thank GMA Network for this wonderful Valentine presentation they did for Charice. They made her shine all throughout from beginning to end. And I think it's a perfect Valentine gift for all Filipinos everywhere. All video footages here are courtesy of GMA 7. Thank you. I'd also like to acknowledge tmgtwlitepci who uploaded these videos in YouTube. May they forever serve their purpose to inspire everyone all over the world.
OK, so I'm guilty. I go to videoke bars too! Well, sometimes. This is one of those things I have in my "Life Checklist." There's 50 of them. So now, singing in public is done and checked. But I have to apologize about the poor audio quality. I hope to be able to sing this song again with a better audio quality next time. Ahem..
Well, the first time I saw this video was years ago. I watched it again sometime this week and still couldn't quite understand the emotion it stirred in me. And then I realized it's how much faith there was in this short film that really strikes the heart.
you - world - unreachable - doubt - faith - success - happiness
I posted this on my Facebook because I think it's a timeless classic. Let's not forget, it is just a commercial, but it does happen in real life. And I seriously hope they make a full length film out of this.
Now I'd like to share this to everyone whose faith in themselves are faltering. There is success out there for you, if only you work hard and continue to work harder, and look past the struggles, there will be smiles.
I was feeling the blues once more so I decided to browse YouTube to drown the loneliness away. This 1968 classic movie, "Star" movie clip caught my attention. Dame Andrews in "Someone to Watch Over Me," doing a stellar performance.
What happened to her voice today is a tragedy. That cyst operation in one of her vocal chords just completely took away everything she worked so hard for all those years. But listening to her singing here is such a joy.
A lot have been said about her but she still remains my Mary Poppins, the one who brings smiles to a weary heart. Her magic won't ever fade away no matter what.
Though I'm not a very pious person, I fervently believe in the power of God. During the lowest and saddest times, no one should think they're alone.
Footprints in the Sand
Last night I had a dream. I dreamed I was walking along the beach with the Lord. Across the sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene, I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand: one belonged to me, the other to the Lord.
After the last scene of my life flashed before me, I looked back at the footprints in the sand. I noticed that at many times along the path of my life, especially at the very lowest and saddest times, there was only one set of footprints.
This really troubled me, so I asked the Lord about it. “Lord, you said once I decided to follow you, You’d walk with me all the way. But I noticed that during the saddest and most troublesome times of my life, there was only one set of footprints. I don’t understand why, when I needed You the most, You would leave me.”
The Lord replied, “My son, my precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of suffering, when you could see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.”
Life comes in many shapes
You think you know what you got
Until it changes
And life will take you high and low
You gotta learn how to walk
And then which way to go
Every choice you make
When you're lost
Every step you take
Has it's cause
Chorus:
After you clear your eyes
You'll see the light
Somewhere in the darkness
After the rain has gone
You'll feel the sun come
And though it seems your sorrow never ends
Someday it's gonna make sense
Ah... ah... ah... ah...
Tears you shed are all the same
When you laughed 'till you cried
Or broken down in pain
All the hours you have spent in the past
Worrying about
A thing that didn't last
Everything you saw
Played a part
In everything you are
In your heart
Chorus:
After you clear your eyes
You'll see the light
Somewhere in the darkness
After the rain has gone
You'll feel the sun comes
And though it seems your sorrow never ends...
Release:
Someday you're gonna find the answers
To all the things you've become and all they've done
At your expense
Someday it's gonna make sense
Ah... ah... ah...
Ah... ah... ah... ah...
After the rain has gone
You'll feel the sun comes
And though it seems your sorrow never ends
Someday it's gonna make sense
Ah... ah... ah... ah... ah... ah... ah...
Someday it's gonna make sense
After the rain has gone
You'll feel the sun comes
And though it seems your sorrow never ends
