2008: Finding my niche
I decided to create a post mortem of my 2008 here at my blogspot coz i would like to think this is a more discreet way of my expression and i wouldnt have to be embarassed if anyone sees this.
I wouldnt want to say that i was lost for 2008, but a better way to describe it, as what my friend said, it was a whole process of finding my niche. I spent most of my time in my inner circle, and more quiet moments with myself trying to figure out what i want most for my life. Uncertainty had hit me and i myself didnt know where i should stand. I have forced myself into situations where i thought could lead me to my true happiness. I took a lot of risks and assumptions, now im thankful that 2009 had just led me to the answer, right on its very first day. I was given the chance to start the year right. Now i dont want to waste it once more, and i am determined to make the most out of the 362 days (since its already Jan 3) left. You go girl!
I have also made another realization for the past year, which i still dont know if i will be effective on this. I started to emerge myself into the community. Last April, i played the role of being the Executive Producer of our in house Jesus Christ Superstar play. I dealt with different kinds of people, from fags to politicians and all. Hahaha. Surely, it gave me a taste of the real world outside my house. 27 years of my life, i was hibernating from the community. Now that i was kinda exposed, i was a target of intrigue and all eyes were on me. Yuck, as if, showbiz. I met new friends, which i didnt really think i could be close with. Another challenge has been given to me, this time around it involves the Church. How could i refuse. Though i felt i am not worthy, i decided to take part in this new responsibility. Im with the group of young professional, from city councilors, attorneys, teachers, doctors from highly reputable fields. Our task is to raise 3.5-7 million moolah for the reconstruction of our dear parish. Not an easy task though, but im willing to help for as long as i could. Lately, i heard some tease me of running for politics, which is waaayy waaayyy far from my ambition. I have also involved myself into several outreach activities from Gawad Kalinga, Sibol, and the abandoned kids of Gen Trias Cavite. The rewarding feeling was unexplainable. This is one of the many things i want to continue doing for the coming years. My friends were quite shocked when i told them all of the social/civic/community work that i do. For awhile they got worried, hahaha, and even asked me to stop pretending. I know i know ok, i am but a sinner and crazy at times, but deeper inside of me, i have this soft spot for people. I am a people person, being around them and helping them within my reach makes me a better person.
I started my new hobby early this year, i got so interested and later on addicted to Photography. It took many years to discover this side of me. I didnt know i have this talent. Last april, i got my first DSLR then i wasnt satisfied then upgraded to a new model just this december. This new hobby helped me stay away from my old past time of hanging out with two bottles. Hahaha. Now i cant sleep without tinkering my camera and laptop for the photos. A fruitful and healthy alternative indeed. I had many chances of travelling this year, though i wasnt able to fly abroad, this i will do many time this year. hahaha. Photography tags along travelling as my leisure. I got to love the beauty of nature, and i no longer hate the beach, it served as my refuge for countless times.
As for my career, this is not really my year. Though early on i got my promotion, and i bought my first brand new car, i felt i can do more. I'd have to make up this year. i fell in love with telecommunications and sales, will stick with it until time permits. Later on, if opportunity knocks, i'd venture my career on another land. Where? i still dont know. On the side of my career life, i got into this small business. I became a bag designer. I got to realize that im good at this, selling and designing bags. Earnings was great specially this Christmas and i plan to continue flourishing the business again, for as long as i could.
I had many many realizations this year and i got to discover things that im good at. My decision is to dwell on this positive and productive activities for the coming year. As for my personal life, i am now opening myself up for new relationships. Haha. Those that i rejected, can now go back, hehehe. Whether it may be romantic or of any sort. I have learned that we can make ourselves more resilient to pain if we build more on friendships. This ive got to do. Lastly, i need to go back to my physical activities. Probably go back to boxing or enrol in a new gym (my third already!) and meet new hmmm friends there :) It would surely be fun broadening my horizons. So, wish me luck.
This year i hope to find my place... in all aspects.
Happy new year to all! Wishing you more blessings and loving for 2009.
Much love,
Elgin
I wouldnt want to say that i was lost for 2008, but a better way to describe it, as what my friend said, it was a whole process of finding my niche. I spent most of my time in my inner circle, and more quiet moments with myself trying to figure out what i want most for my life. Uncertainty had hit me and i myself didnt know where i should stand. I have forced myself into situations where i thought could lead me to my true happiness. I took a lot of risks and assumptions, now im thankful that 2009 had just led me to the answer, right on its very first day. I was given the chance to start the year right. Now i dont want to waste it once more, and i am determined to make the most out of the 362 days (since its already Jan 3) left. You go girl!
I have also made another realization for the past year, which i still dont know if i will be effective on this. I started to emerge myself into the community. Last April, i played the role of being the Executive Producer of our in house Jesus Christ Superstar play. I dealt with different kinds of people, from fags to politicians and all. Hahaha. Surely, it gave me a taste of the real world outside my house. 27 years of my life, i was hibernating from the community. Now that i was kinda exposed, i was a target of intrigue and all eyes were on me. Yuck, as if, showbiz. I met new friends, which i didnt really think i could be close with. Another challenge has been given to me, this time around it involves the Church. How could i refuse. Though i felt i am not worthy, i decided to take part in this new responsibility. Im with the group of young professional, from city councilors, attorneys, teachers, doctors from highly reputable fields. Our task is to raise 3.5-7 million moolah for the reconstruction of our dear parish. Not an easy task though, but im willing to help for as long as i could. Lately, i heard some tease me of running for politics, which is waaayy waaayyy far from my ambition. I have also involved myself into several outreach activities from Gawad Kalinga, Sibol, and the abandoned kids of Gen Trias Cavite. The rewarding feeling was unexplainable. This is one of the many things i want to continue doing for the coming years. My friends were quite shocked when i told them all of the social/civic/community work that i do. For awhile they got worried, hahaha, and even asked me to stop pretending. I know i know ok, i am but a sinner and crazy at times, but deeper inside of me, i have this soft spot for people. I am a people person, being around them and helping them within my reach makes me a better person.
I started my new hobby early this year, i got so interested and later on addicted to Photography. It took many years to discover this side of me. I didnt know i have this talent. Last april, i got my first DSLR then i wasnt satisfied then upgraded to a new model just this december. This new hobby helped me stay away from my old past time of hanging out with two bottles. Hahaha. Now i cant sleep without tinkering my camera and laptop for the photos. A fruitful and healthy alternative indeed. I had many chances of travelling this year, though i wasnt able to fly abroad, this i will do many time this year. hahaha. Photography tags along travelling as my leisure. I got to love the beauty of nature, and i no longer hate the beach, it served as my refuge for countless times.
As for my career, this is not really my year. Though early on i got my promotion, and i bought my first brand new car, i felt i can do more. I'd have to make up this year. i fell in love with telecommunications and sales, will stick with it until time permits. Later on, if opportunity knocks, i'd venture my career on another land. Where? i still dont know. On the side of my career life, i got into this small business. I became a bag designer. I got to realize that im good at this, selling and designing bags. Earnings was great specially this Christmas and i plan to continue flourishing the business again, for as long as i could.
I had many many realizations this year and i got to discover things that im good at. My decision is to dwell on this positive and productive activities for the coming year. As for my personal life, i am now opening myself up for new relationships. Haha. Those that i rejected, can now go back, hehehe. Whether it may be romantic or of any sort. I have learned that we can make ourselves more resilient to pain if we build more on friendships. This ive got to do. Lastly, i need to go back to my physical activities. Probably go back to boxing or enrol in a new gym (my third already!) and meet new hmmm friends there :) It would surely be fun broadening my horizons. So, wish me luck.
This year i hope to find my place... in all aspects.
Happy new year to all! Wishing you more blessings and loving for 2009.
Much love,
Elgin
posted by elgin @ 1/03/2009 11:15:00 AM
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