A Fresh Grad's Adventures

The first challenge a fresh graduate encounters is the challenge to find a good job.

I had a hard time getting a perfect job that will fit me perfectly. I thought I'm competitive enough and I'll find a good position that easy. But I was wrong. My goodness! There's a lot of folks out there like me and we're competing for few available jobs. I thought just because I graduated a Bachelor's Degree, I don't mess with my college education, I manage to communicate well with other people, that's enough. But really, whooohh... It's one frustrating (a bit) season of my life.

Another thing that aggravated the situation is the pressure from peers. I'm really wondering, "Oh Lord what's wrong with me? Why do I find it hard to pass exams and interviews while they (my college friends) flourished that easy?  :( " Seriously I am thinking "What's wrong with me?". And the Lord taught me to be patient.

Then there it goes, few months passed by, I remained jobless. I felt jealous about my friends who posted pictures and updates on Facebook about their officemates and workplaces. I feel like I don't want to open my FB account anymore. Haha. But seriously, I was dreading to have a job. I hear about murmurs of my friends who have a job that they find it hard to wake up early, or they find it hard to get along with their bosses, or they're sick and tired of their work. I just realize, "'Buti nga kayo may trabaho. E 'di magresign nalang kayo. If I'll have a chance I'll be willing to do what you do. And the Lord taught me to see the importance of work. 

Few more weeks. I was still jobless. All I do is to work with household chores and take care of my 3-year old cousin. I also help my mom regarding our Sari-Sari store. Sometimes, I get tired of it. I was thinking, "Eto nalang ba gagawin ko sa buhay? Ang mag-alaga ng  bata?" I really got bored. Each day seem like the day before, they're all the same. I find it hard to find stuffs to do. In fact I have nothing to do. But I see with my own eyes how important are the small things in life. A child's laughter, my mom's sadness, the birds' song, the radiance of morning sunshine, the mystery of life. Rushing people may neglect to see them, but I have been given the opportunity to realize it. Every second count. Every small thing makes bigger moments and it makes sense. I learned to be happy in whatever situation I'm into. God opened my eyes and make me see the importance of my family and the one's  who love me. They will always be there for you eventhough the whole world stepped out. And the Lord taught me to be contented.

The economy's getting harsh. I'm pushing and praying hard. But I was still jobless. I saw how my family strive. But it's really hard, yet I really need a job now. I am praying,"Lord why? I am Your child. I know You'll never leave me nor forsaken me. But why this long Lord? I really wanted to help my family now." It's really a hard season. Sometimes I'm annoyed with the situation, but I told you already, i learned contentment. But it's really hard. I just prayed,"Lord You knew already what we need and when we need it. Ikaw na ang bahala". I made a decision that whatever happens, I'll help to support the family. I dropped all my vanities and selfishness. And the Lord taught me to be selfless.

I think it was six months already. I waited patiently while doing something. I kept myself busy with church stuffs and with my family. I fill my heart with God's Word and positivity each day. I keep on reminding myself that He has greater plans for me. He has prepared something big just for me. He just want me to learn valuable lessons that I can use for my "God-given Job". Maybe He just want to excite me so He delayed the surprise for some time. I now exercise my faith. I prayed for my God-given job but this time, with a time line. "Lord bigyan mo po ko ng trabaho bago magchurch anniversary, please.. Show me how great You are." Now the Lord taught me to exercise my faith.

November 18, 2012 was the day of our church anniversary. November 19 was my first day at my first work. Finally :)

Love Lots,

Random Morning Thoughts

Here at the office. It's 8:03 in the morning.

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Have you ever felt being in a situation where it is like you're hanging on a cliff and all you can do is to trust the one who'll come by to help you?

Really, there are uncertainties in life.

There are times you'll wake up, start your day, face the daily challenges, though you don't have assured guts and strength or resources for the next few hours. All you have is the faith that God will make everything okay.

People always rush. It's okay though. But sometimes we neglect the serenity of life. Have you noticed how awesome are the skies today? Have you ever paused to listen to the birds' little surprise to you through a song? Have you ever seen the mystery of how humans grow each day? Life is so amazing. Sometimes it is harsh and rough. Sometimes it is meaningful. Sometimes it is vain. Sometimes it is tiresome. Sometimes it is exhilarating. And we know that the Lord created this life.

Sometimes people are confusing. Why do we boast? Where in fact we have nothing to boast. We should treat other people fairly. But the world is too harsh. Funny it may seem, but we pay attention to the ones who are dressed well and neglect those who don't. It's really funny.

At the end of it all, our life boils down to one point "The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgment, with every secret thing, whether good or evil." Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Good Morning :-)

Love lots,