My Labs!

It's not everyday that I encounter poems that truly measure up to my emotions and experiences as a parent. Let me share with you the treasure of words that I found. Also, I felt the need to twist my belated posts into advance greetings. So this is for you, "my labs!"...

To My Son 

 © Amy R. Campbell

Oh how the years go by,
Oh how time can certainly fly.
From once just a thought in far away dreams,
now into my arms and in my eyes gleam
the presence of you.

 Your laughter and smiles which go on for miles,
warms my heart and soul.
You're growing up so fast,
as I wish each moment with you to last forever.

 My little boy will someday be a man
and right by your side I will forever stand.
I will pick up the pieces when you fall,
I will hold your hand and help you stand tall.

And when the day comes when you are on your own,
never feel that you are alone.
No matter how near or far apart
I am always right there in your heart.


"Always remember whatever you go through, that no matter what, I will always love you."

Another Bday Post Coming Up...

Can't Please Everybody

Ever heard of the line "you can't please everybody"? It's actually true. Whether it is with your family, friends or co-workers, people's differences usually come in the way of "getting along" or simple "understanding" of the opinion, actions or shortcoming of others.

 Regardless of our religion, our faith in our God tells us to "have faith in other people", but some look upon themselves as the "standard" of personalities and with that, they project a relatively high expectation on others - on how they should act, on how they should have handled situations and many other conditions. This state often cultivates a thought that "they should have done this and that...if they weren't stupid...because I would have...I would have thought of that". Often, this state drives people to prejudices, which cause them to think ill of the intentions and character of others, instead of entertaining a more positive stand on the actions of other people.

 Sometimes, people do nonsensical things for no reason. Even when they are blithely aware of the consequences or hurt they may cause, there are reasons for their actions, no matter how stupid we thought those are. I personally believe that the things done served what they thought was best. People make mistakes and lucky are those who don't mess up as often as others. Sometimes, we just need to be thankful for not being in the situation of causing hurt or difficulties in others. I guess we just need to keep an open heart and an open mind to continue having faith in others, because no matter how we think that we are good and deserving or that we should have been treated better, we live the world with few other million people who may not agree with us and we have to respect that. Because that way, you get the respect and treatment that you thought you deserve. Respects - respects. Truly, people are different from one another. They have their own convictions, which with age, becomes more difficult to sway or even convince otherwise.

I guess some people should stop beating themselves up, thinking ill of other people. Just imagine the stress and the despair they put themselves in. Life is short and the world is small. You can do whatever with your life, but remember that you are living your life with few other people whom you need to treat well - to also be treated well.

My Calling

I have never thought of myself to be working with children. Funny, I wasn't a great fan of people from that age group. However, having a child of my own changed all my prejudices about our little tyrants. I find it refreshing and livening to be surrounded by energetic creatures. I look forward to being part of their daily life. I look forward to contributing in building their know-how in dealing with the world they live in. I look forward to all new experiences with them. After all, I am still and forever will be a student of a course called "life". This marks a new chapter in my career...which will teach me more on how to be a better adult and example to the young ones...especially my son.

What makes you Stay

Live to LOVE!

Priorities

At this point of my life, focus is everything. However, when "little things" come along with "important things", I tend to lose focus and just do the "little things" first, believing that after dealing with them, they wouldn't be a bother me by the time I deal with "important things". However, dealing with the "little things" causes me to lose sight of the "important things", which I should be doing and dealing with in the first place. What happens is that I get caught up dealing with less significant things and lose track of the things I MUST and NEEDED to do. This gets me really frustrated, beating myself up for things and chores that are left out. Tough tough tough! Life is like a balancing circus act, I hope I can figure out what and how to work out routine that would allow me to do everything I needed to do. Then I remember, my solution to everything...PRIORITIES...perhaps I should work that out before I go crazy organizing my to-do list.

Lost for Words

As I was reading my older post, I have noticed that it takes a while for me to write much these days. I guess it is a good sign. Like other bloggers, blogging about my frustrations in life made me a bit self-centered, only writing about me, what I feel, what was done to me, what I did to other people...me-me-me and ME. I guess I just run out of anything to talk about myself, or that everything is just okay and that I did not have anything to complain about. The thing is, I am happy the way things are... my little family, my love, my work, my home --- everything is in place. I guess I should write about the good things now. Life is still beautiful, just look for fortunes in unfortunate things and you'll soon realize, everything works out for the better. Be happy everyone!

What it means to be One

You may have already heard this but being a mother is one full-time job that will put you through all the pains, tiredness, long standing hours, limitless worries and various ranges of emotions. It is one job that does not define any boundary, it does not say when it starts or when it ends. It just goes on and on. But while it makes you ache and hurt in places you never realized you have, it is one job that allows you to learn much, not just about the fellow and the life that you brought into the world but about the character, strength and convictions that you have built within yourself. It allows you to correct all wrong and perpetuate all things good in life. The values you hold will be exhibited in every smile, smirk, tantrum, embrace and tear that your little one will shed or cause. Given all these troubles, some may claim that being a mother is the best. Honestly, I can't say that becoming a mother is the highlight of every woman's life. For me, it simply became my life. It was what concluded everything I have learned and it is what showed me of the realities of how difficult but rewarding life can be despite and in spite of all the trials and blessings that have come my way.