It’s too early, I know… but I’m in the Philippines and the start of ‘ber’ months signal the coming of Christmas here… it’s the longest celebration of the holidays that ends in January of the following year.
I don’t know why, but it seems that I’m too excited for Christmas this year.
Sure, we were able to celebrate it last year, we had our traditional Christmas party and the kids were happy… but I know in my heart that the spirit wasn’t with me then.
This year, I’d like to make it up with my kids… perhaps, make it one of the best, if not the best Christmas that they will have… even if there are only four us.
Does that mean that I’m through with the ‘emotional rollercoaster ride’ I was in? Have I overcome the feeling of loneliness and longing for my wife?
I don’t know, but what I know is that, the best way for me to show my love for my wife now is through our kids… and that I’ll do.
After going through a lot of firsts without her, I’ve come to realize that we were ‘not really without her.’
I see her through my kids… I even see her in me! Our ways, our actions… our relationships.
And this year, I’m going to celebrate it with her -- through our kids. I gave them a so-so holiday last year, and this time I promise to make up for it.
With the newfound zest and learning to know who I am and what I can do… I can make this year a better Christmas for them.
Yes, I really am excited for Christmas this year.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Excited for Christmas this year
WOOF Contest winners August 28, 2009
Fiction / Short Story
Zorlone – “The Night Duty” - A night like any other night at the Emergency Room, but not for Madelin. She is an extraordinary nurse with a generous heart.
Poetry
Jennifer M Scott – “A Night with Jupiter” - Another surreal poem on life.
Dragon Blogger – “Vagabond Murder” - A dark night where a homeless person's life is taken.
Roy – “This Too Will Pass” - A short poem about holding on...
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(WOOF participants should re-post all the links above by next Monday. The following links may be excluded as long as you include all the above links.)
Presenting the finest of the writer’s blogs by the bloggers who write them. Highlighting the top posts as chosen by the August 28, 2009 WOOF Contest participants. Want in to join the next WOOF? The next contest ends September 4. Submit a link to your best writing post of the last 3 weeks using the form on this page. Participants, repost the winning link list within a week and you’re all set.
Other WOOF Contestants for 08/28/09
Fiction / Short Story
Roy – “So close...” - About a son's search for his mother...
Poetry
Zorlone – “The rat was a goner” - Finally, a clean house! Find out how a pest was rid of by a determined boy.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Do I really need glasses?
It's almost 2 a.m. and I'm still blogging. No worry I feel my eyes strained most of the times. Do I really need to get eyeglasses? Can those $ 8 Rx eyeglasses from Zenni Optical really help me? I know, they're stylish and all, but what about performance?
I've read some reviews, maybe they are what they claim they are. Don't know really, cause I haven't tried it yet... maybe soon, when I can no longer read what I'm typing here.
But as for designs, these are My favorite high fashion eyeglasses:
Next to performance, another consideration is the price. With Zenni's $8 price, I guess that makes it practical.
Speaking of practical, here's an interesting article featuring practical tips from the interview of Greg Karp, author of Living Rich by Spending Smart. He even mentioned Zenni in the interview because he was one. The article is called How You Can Start Spending Smart. Nice read, do check it out.
