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Friends and Recession  

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Today, another friend needs to leave. She is not resigning neither had she found another job for herself. She was one of those unfortunate people who were affected by the global economy crisis resulting to recession in most companies. And today, is her last day in our company.



She is not bitter about leaving for she perfectly understands the situation and her place in the company. But we have to admit, we are all saddened by the fact that another friend will have to leave...again. And what makes it more sad for me? I will not be there to send her off. For I am at home now taking care of the kids who still have fever and cough and my hubby who just got out from the hospital. I won't be able to see her on her last day in the office. *sob sob*



Last year, when the global economy news spread around the world, everyone was shocked and all hoped that they could all survive it without losing their job. The ones who were immediately affected were those on contractual jobs. In many companies, they were immediately released and they immediately lost jobs. Though we are permanent employees already, we can never be sure of what is bound to happen and we should all expect for the worst and be prepared. Acceptance is also necessary, so to speak.
During the time when all of us need not worry about our positions in the company, we were a bit relaxed. Everyone has very low engagement with their own companies. Almost everyone seemed to continuously look for a greener pasteur. But when 2009 came, slowly, one company after the other announced recession and others, completely closed down. Several thousands of employees lost their jobs. Even permanent employees were affected by redundancy.
Will we be OK? I've heard in a news that the economy will be able to recover in mid 2010. But my friend said, will waiting for 2010 be any better than praying NOW? I was taken aback, and realized that probably, we are forgetting something....something very important.
Though we've lost a number of friends because of this crisis, this surely brought us a lot of lessons, too. Each of us have their own experience on this and we all have lessons we learned. We are all hoping this crisis will soon come to an end and more importantly, we have all learned to value the present. What we have now is more important than what we can still have in the future. I am not saying we shouldn't be futuristic, it's just that we shouldn't focus on the future too much that we are neglecting the present. What we are and who we are now...are also important.

Christmas Wish List  

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What will be the most memorable gift this year?

I was not able to post my wish list for this year early but I actually have a couple of stuffs I want to receive on Christmas. Some, I don't want to personally buy because I won't buy it - considering the price and my priorities, haha! Here are some of the gifts I wish I would receive this year:

For Myself:

  • Crocs Slippers - nice and comfy. this is the one thing I want to have but I won't buy myself. this is expensive for me.
  • Bangles - more bangles from BBB! Have one as my birthday gift but I want more!
  • Samsonite Laptop Bag - a nice backpack will do but I'd prefer a slim case since I am not allowed to put too much pressure on my shoulders.

For My Twins:

  • Metrobank Fun Savers Gift Check - calling all the ninangs and ninongs out there. this is justs cheap in case you want to give money, this can be an alternative. =)
  • Musical Instruments Toys - they simply love toy instruments

There. Those are my very few Christmas wish list. So friends, if you are still wondering what to give me this Christmas, the list are above. And, don't forget the twins! =)

Dorado - Del Rosario Nuptials  

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Finally, RD and Tinee got married. After 5 years (i hope my recollection is correct) of being together, they solemnly exchanged their touching vows at the Chapel of Transfiguration of Jesus in Caleruega last November 28.
The mood that day was very happy, the weather was good and the touching vows made the witnesses cry. Oh, I got out of the church so to avoid being caught in the camera crying =)
Tinee was very very beautiful that day. Yes, she really is beautiful since birth! And RD looked gorgeous with the unique barong suite he got. It was very very nice. Reception followed at Splendido in Tagaytay. The program was enjoyed by everyone and the food was great.
As expected, the photographers didn't have a hard time taking pictures of this couple. They loved the camera so much and they aren't getting tired of posing for more! All the pictures taken were really good. Suffice to say, they got a very good photographer and videographer, Pat Dy and Bob Nicolas.
I did not coordinate the event but I enjoyed being their guest. It was also our time to get bonded with old friends and officemates which I haven't seen for more than 2 years already. It was their wedding and our gathering. Very momentous event I must say.
To RD and Tinee, best wishes to you and hope to see you having kids soon! Godspeed!