Scenes from my so-called life

Hold hands. Because sometimes things could get discouraging and love, support and encouragement would always be welcome and appreciated. Hold hands. Because it is always nice to be reminded that you are never alone. Hold hands. Because there could be times of numbness, and a little squeeze is a good reminder that you are alive and things are still wonderful. Hold hands. But if there's no other hand to hold, then hold yours. There's a reason you were given two hands. Clasped in prayer, be still and know that there's a God holding both your hands. Again you'll be reminded and you'll come to understand that, even when "alone," you never really are.  

Funny thing about dark corners is that people tend to avoid them out of fear of what is hidden in the dark.  But to know what's there and to shed light on dark corners, one has to actually go there, bring their own light and see for themselves. And often, they find out that there's nothing to fear in the first place. It's just that, a dark corner. Sometimes, one could even find something of value in dark corners. It is often when venturing towards dark corners that one finds he or she has the courage within to conquer his or her fears.  I have dark corners to light and I'm on my way.

Don't worry when there are moments when life sucks. Life has this tendency to make it up to you in the long run and it adds a little something extra for the trouble.  Remember, when a fisherman's net is heavy it just means he has caught a lot of fish.  There're a lot to smile about in this world still. ----------- Today, I'm thankful. I'm alive. I have family. I have friends. I have work. I have loved another day. What are you grateful for?

*This is me having fun, again. Again, dedicated to a good friend of mine.  He looks into her eyes.  “You’ve been staring at me for quite a while now, it’s getting creepy,” she says.  He laughs. “I’m just memorizing your face. It’s been a long time since I saw you. Personal beats digital anytime.”  “Oh? Flattery? It doesn’t sound like you.”  “A lot can change, apparently. And if you’re flattered then you’re welcome but I am merely speaking my truth.”  “Dear sir, I see you still haven’t lost your flair for inflating other people’s egos.”  “You sting me with your words, ma’am,” he smiles, “Is it wrong for me to acknowledge that you are beautiful?”  She laughs, “Perhaps I would’ve believed you if you’ve told me these things eons ago.”  He sighs. “You’re not going to let me live this down anytime soon, will you?”  “Let’s just say I find it cute when you squirm.”  They smile.  “Excuse me, sir, your coffee,” t...

*This is me just having fun. Dedicated to a good friend of mine. :) Friday, 7:00 pm, Associate’s Office  She placed her satchel on her desk and turned on her desk lamp. She sat on her chair and pulled out a folder containing the case files she needed to read for Monday morning’s hearing.  “Laine?” she called. A woman then walked into her office, her purse hanging on her shoulder.  “Yes, ma’am?” the young intern said.  “Oh, were you about to leave? I was going to ask for a cup of coffee.”  “Just meeting some of my friends. I’ll go make you a cup in the pantry right now.” Laine turned to leave.  “No, wait. You go on ahead. You’ve been working hard all day. I can fix myself a cup.”  “It wouldn’t be any problem.”  “No, I insist you go. I’ll be fine.”  "Are you sure, ma’am? I know you’ve had a long day yourself. A long week, if I may say so even.”  “Yes, I know. But it’s okay. You go.”  She smiled.  “All ...