Week 2: Take A Class

Last week I got an email through Seminar Philippine subscription inviting readers to join Sha Nacino's writing workshop. I am tempted... really tempted to join the class. That time I didn't care much about the fee because I do believe it will benefit me since part of my bucket list is to write a bestselling book.

But I procrastinate until  the deadline for enrolment was over. I wish I had my boyfriend's aggressive character then I probably enrolled the moment I feel the urge of joining the class. On the other hand, there are so many things that I need to practice, learn and hone my skills. That includes Photoshop, digital design, sketching, fashion illustration, water color and lately calligraphy. I just can't stop "the Jack-of-all trade" in me. I guess I should stop browsing Instagram and Pinterest.

"It is so rewarding to watch people overcome their inner critic, as they learn that they can 'play' with #watercolor instead of believing thay they need to create a masterpiece each time they pick up a pencil or brush" ~Peg Conley~ #watercolorpainting #carnation

A photo posted by Mar_yannie (@mar_yannie) on Jan 18, 2015 at 6:53pm PST

And since I don't want to spend at this point of time knowing that there is a possibility that I will go home without job, I am taking class through free tutorials online. One day at a time I kwow I will be able to hone my skills.

Blog title is from the chapter title of the book "Imagine the Life You'd Love to Live, Then Live It" by Peg Conley.

Week 1: Imagine

All successful people, men and women, are big dreamers. They imagine what their future could be, ideal in every respect, and then they work every day toward their distant vision, that goal or purpose.

- BRIAN TRACY - Universal Laws of Success 

IMAGINE... If I could picture out what would be a perfect life, for me it's to be near with my family. Being near with them gives me a total happiness.

But oh! Canada, please don't let me go home yet!

If only money isn't an issue then I wouldn't be working here in this very cold country living a very boring life. Sometimes I wonder how my other siblings live so miserably. They are professional, working in the government but they are living pay check to pay check more often not enough for their needs and to the point their children suffer from too much poverty. If only I have lots of money then I will give them an investment to build a business where they can earn more money. But the question is, are they reliable to handle business?

Thus, my biggest dream is to create a business where I can involve family members. A business close to my heart is about crafting, decorating, or something that we can use our creative skills especially that we are family who loves art but wasn't hone enough. Yes we do have untapped skills given by God and need to be share.

Aside from that, I want to write a book. I may not be good in writing (for now). But I have this feeling that I could be a best-selling author. I just want to claim it. I believe I have the skill to write. I was a creative story teller to my nephews and nieces when they were young and I want to share it through a book and make illustrations of it.

I want to be a great artist. I want to draw... to paint.... to burst colors in my so boring life. And someday be recognized internationally.

Then I want to meet Bo Sanchez and be a member his circle. Bo is one of my favorite authors. And since I joined Truly Rich Club, I learned a lot and inspired by the daily message through God Whispers send to my inbox. TRC taught me so many things not just about inspiration but feeding my knowledge about finances.

And about personal matters, I envision myself walking down the aisle while my man is waiting in the altar. It's been a long engagement already... good thing we can still both hold on. Call it LOVE! I believe this is the year. Hopefully...


Blog title is from the chapter title of the book "Imagine the Life You'd Love to Live, Then Live It" by Peg Conley.

52 Aha! - A Journey to a Life I Vision

I was digging my old post, and I noticed I am not really good in finishing a goal. I am only good at the beginning. Perhaps a daily post is not really doable especially that I can't be online everyday.

I read a book, "Imagine the Life You'd Love to Live, then Live It", by Peg Conley. 52 inspiring ideas to help you develop new habits and discipline to love a life that you are dreaming of. I believe it is perfect to challenge myself to create a new habit by practicing the tips that the author laid in every chapter.

I will document my journey in this blog, one chapter every week for a year. Hopefully, after week 52 I will be able to see a different path - one that will favor me.

All About Sansa

I haven't talk so much about our dog, Sansa. I think I've only mentioned about her in this blog twice only. Well I guess from now on Sansa will be part of this blog. Just to let know she grows up into a sweet monster - big, hyper but so sweeeet.

She turned 1 last October, but still acts like a puppy. They said usually Sansa's breed matured at age of two. Aside from playing balls she also loves stuff toys. But with her large fangs, just imagined how many stuffed toys she ruined.

Although, Sansa is an outdoor dog. We decided to let her stay inside our house because of the harsh weather condition here in Alberta. Good thing she's potty trained now.

I Almost Wrecked a Relationship

Finally done with my sister's baby shower. It was a success. Next is buying Christmas presence. It is so tiring and confusing what to give especially that we live in town where you can find limited items to give. And sometimes [I admit] it felt like giving Christmas presence is an obligation especially when you think of their expectation. Or maybe it was just me. I know it shouldn't be like that.

Then here comes my friend's birthday. I was thinking of flowers to be delivered in her place. I thought it was the best, the only problem is I don't know her address. Then my prayer was answered when I saw my friend having lunch with her husband. I had to secretly asked for my friend's addressed and I was thinking the best way to do that is to phone her husband. Little did I know it ruined their date. My friend walked-out from the restaurant after my call.Then her husband approached me that my act caused trouble. Learning it made me feel so bad. Worst situation ever!

Luckily I saw my friend walking across the street. I was chasing her despite the snowy path. But very wrong timing when I have to cross the street and wait for the stop light. Just imagine two stop lights. It felt like longest wait for the stop light.

I can't find my friend when I finally crossed the street. But I just follow my intuition. Good thing I found her in the middle of busy people cramming for Christmas eve. 

I was catching my breathe when I was trying to tell her that I was the one that his husband had the conversation over the phone earlier for my birthday present for her. I kept on apologizing and almost break-out until she gave the reassuring hug. 

My intention was pure and for the good. The whole drama thing wasn't part of the plan. I suck with surprises.

Spooky Picture of My Niece

Boo!!! It’s spooky time of the year. Although people across the globe celebrated Halloween in different ways but there is one thing in common – something scary. Back home I remember watching petrifying shows on TV during this time. I easily get scared but ironically I love horror movies even though it disturbs me for several nights. If you want to get scared even the movie is not scary watch with me and you will be daunted with my screams.

Speaking of scary things, my sister-in-law posted her daughter’s picture in Facebook. I had goose bumps as soon as I saw it and  jumped out of from my seat and ran towards my sister. My Hannah Bear’s picture has a creepy white lady in it. I kept on messaging my sister-in-law about what I saw. I was terrified because my Hannah Bear used to be afraid with black dress and moon. I was thinking a “not-like-ours” is following her.

Can you see the ghost in this picture?

I waited for hours for their reply and I wasn’t able to get enough sleep because of it. Only to find out it was an app from their phone and it was the kid who put that creepy white lady on it. Crazy kiddo but good thing it wasn’t a real one.

This is just a proof that nowadays  with available phone apps one can easily edit picture into something unrealistic…. And yeah, I was tricked.

Anyway, happy Halloween!

Blog Goal for Month of October

Hello October!

I had a great start of this month in terms of financial matter. I had three blog opps from LinkVehicle totalled to $50 and one from Payu2blog which is $5 only, not bad at all. Another thing is that I deposited money for my stocks account. I am honestly enjoying how this stock market works for my money.

Speaking of blogging, I know I have neglected my blogs for more than 8 months because my laptop crashed and the technician wasn’t able to fix it. It took me that long to buy a new one because I was battling to purchase Apple Mac Pro or low end laptop… I know it took me 8 months to decide…But I ended up buying low end laptop. So far I am satisfied with the performance of my Acer laptop.

So with my come back in the online world, my goal is to lower the Alexa Rank of my blogs to 100,000. And hopefully I will be able to update my three blogs regularly.