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There you go! 

Year 2016 is almost over!
I always make sure that each year would be the best year of my life.
No regrets, just pure fun.

I met a lot of people.
Colleagues, classmates and new friends.
Though I haven't found the one yet. That's okay.
Maybe cupid will be nicer to me this 2017. 
Let's see. Let's see.
No need to hurry.



TRAVEL

I had several trips for the first half of the year. I went and see new places that pleased my eyes, ate a lot of food that I haven't tried, appreciated new people, learned and experienced things for the first time. The feeling was awesome. I can't explain how glad I am to do things that I really want. My family is very supportive in everything that I do. They allow me to go anywhere I go. They trust me that much, that I need to be considerate with what they feel and think. I am blessed. I appreciate that. I won't rant about spending much for my trips because I know in my heart that I had fun and it's all worth the money I spent.

SCHOOL

I am proud to say that I went back to school this year, 2016, with the help of my persuasive friends. I took the Certificate in Teaching Program at De la Salle University in Dasmarinas Cavite. I just finished my first semester last Dec. 17, 2016. I still have to take 9 more units next year. I am excited. I am looking forward to taking the boards and getting a license as a teacher, a dream of mine when I was younger. I shouldn't lose track on it. I can do this!


HOBBIES 

When was the last time you did something for the first time? Oh well. I love it when I ask myself that question. I learned new hobbies that I want to continue for the next few years, hopefully. I tried going to the gym. Did boxing and Muay Thai. I wrote posts on my blog, poems and quotes. Dance, which is my favorite hobby as well as playing the guitar. Trek and hike which I did before the year ends. I wish I could climb more next year. Bake and cook, when I feel bored, sad or just feel like baking. I enjoy the great feeling when people say they taste delicious. That satisfies my heart. That's how easy I am to be pleased. 


INVESTMENT 

I invested money in a bank, life insurance that will be useful in the future. I admit, I had second thoughts on this issue but I am happy I chose to pursue it. I know it is one of the necessities each person must have. Invest money in the right bank, not feelings in a wrong person. Just kidding ☺

FAMILY

 I have never been that happy when I saw my brother back in the Philippines. He worked in Kuwait for more than 2 years, I think. Now, he's back, the family is complete and the fun never stops. I love my family. They are my real happiness. I love it when I see them happy. I am a joker, I know. I make fun of myself too, just to see the people I love, smile and laugh. Then, my day is complete. They deserve everything. I wish I can give them that.

HEALTH

Good health, for me and my loved ones, is always in my prayers. Though I had some skin allergy this year, not contagious, oki? OKAY!☺ I am thankful that it's over. I can finally eat seafood, chicken and eggs. I hope that won't happen again. That's a struggle, I don't want to face anymore. My self- esteem is back to 101%.

LOVE

Ohh let's talk about love.

 L O V E ! The best feeling in this world, it is when the person you love can reciprocate the love that you're giving. Which I receive from my family, friends and God. Unconditional love. I may not have a partner (others are too concerned about) , the one who will give those butterflies back to where they should be. In the tummy, maybe. HAHA ☺ I still pray that God will give me not what I want but the one that He thinks I deserve. That's more than enough for me. I am still hanging there. I trust Him. His plans are always better than mine.

FRIENDS

One of my greatest treasures, my friends, my second family. I always tell myself that I don't need numbers, I need meanings. What? HAHA ☺. I don't have a large circle of friends but I make sure that I keep the real ones in my circle. I meet new people when I travel, attend parties and other social events, colleagues at NovoEnglish and Bizmates, classmates and professors at school, friends of friends and random people who send me messages on facebook and other SNS. Yes, guys, you're included. You made my year so memorable. I am glad that some of you stay while others don't, I hope to see all of you and more next year.

I'd always be thankful for all the things that I've got and experienced in 2016. It was a blast, really. There maybe some ups and downs but it made me smarter and stronger. I love learning. Learning from my experiences, others' thoughts and even from my own mistakes. I may feel like I didn't gain anything but actually I did. A lot of good realizations that gave me peace of mind. I think that's the most important part of life. Contentment & Peace.

One more thing, I did stop counting months. (Which readers of this blog won't understand) That was one of the greatest things that happened. I've finally stopped. I couldn't believe I did it. I am so proud. I should keep that up. 

Ana is still the same ANA you've met a year or a few years ago. Same figure and stuff, I believe. HAHA ☺. The funny and the witty one. The one who keeps cracking jokes. The one who talks a lot and gives too much ideas. The one who dances anywhere, most especially when someone's watching. The one who likes getting people's attention. A social butterfly. A timid, at times. An introvert, yes. The one who sometimes can't decide if it's a YES or a NO. A loving and caring daughter. The one who provides. The one who doesn't want to be kept hence does the keeping. A guarded princess who doesn't need a prince (for now). The one who does a lot of thinking and planning but doesn't know how to move. The one who motivates people but also needs some motivation and inspiration.

Thank you for the wonderful and meaningful 2016. 

Ana is ready to face 2017 with a smile on the face.

-akap