Anyhow, back to the point. As i was sorting through the email. I found all the past that haunted me. All the bad things I did and all the things that I didn't do. It reminded me of all my failure in life and all the misery that I faced. And I think to myself, why do I hang on to the miserable past, when I know that it will only hurt me. Why can I not let go and face the present and look toward a brighter future?

Blah, that was written to make people realized that i know the things that are going on in my life. And it is time for me to face the music.... life is hard; live, learn, and change. Or as my high schoool history teacher (coach Ludlow) would say: "adapt, improvise, and overcome".

 Mark your calendars for summer events sponsored by Brighter Day!

Saturday, June 14
Brighter Day Garage Sale
9 a.m. to 12 Noon

    Employees are bringing personal items to sell - stuff up from the basement. It's bound to be an interesting mix of items.  We'll set up tables on the sidewalk, and even have a sale shelf inside the store of discountinued discounted products. It will all be low key and fun, in keeping with the spirit of summer.

July 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Hair, Skin and Nails - The Natural Way
with Michael Hoffman from NOW Foods
Location: Brighter Day Natural Foods

    Michael Hoffman has spent over 30 years in the natural cosmetics industry, with companies like Jason, Avalon, and Nature's Gate.  He is currently a consultant for NOW Foods.  He knows a lot about cosmetic ingredients and how they work together to make really effective products.  If you want to know  how to care for your hair, skin and nails - no matter what your age - join us for this event.  NOW will be providing free product samples. 

August 15 & 16th (Details TBA)
Aromatherapy Event with David Crow
August 15: Free Community Evening Lecture
August 16: All Day Workshop
   We are absolutely thrilled that David is coming to Savannah!.  You may have seen him at the annual Medicines from the Earth Conference, or read his book, In Search of the Medicine Buddha.  You can explore his website (www.floracopeia.com) to learn more about his company, aromatherapy products, and philosophy. 

If you have questions, call Brighter Day at 236-4703

Anyways, last time my dad asked me where would i go on my birthday. i gave him my options. so, i came up with...

• GO TO A STRIP CLUB! yepeee! my dad was just cracking out when he heard it. he even asked me if i will be one of the people who will put money on the strippers briefs. I said to him, "i won't be the one who will put the money, but i will be the one who will strip the cloths they have on them". that time, when i spoke to my dad, i was literally serious.

• TOUR IN EUROPE. i really want to go out the country. i really want to go to the Philippines but then the air-fair is too expensive and the money you'll spend is worth it. seen i went already in Argentina by my self last 3 years ago, i was looking for the experience where no one is following you and no one is telling you where to go. i better drag my sister with me and let her experience the feeling of "freedom to explore".

• BOOK AN OVERNIGHT STAY IN A HOTEL IN MANHATTAN, ALONE. i really want to be alone, away from home when ever i have my birthday. if i can't escape the country i rather be in a place where i could enjoy myself, ALONE. every time i am bored i always go to Time Square. just strolling on the busy street, watching the tourist, their expression, the excitement. it is really a relief seeing them happy and satisfied on things they saw. sometimes i go watch Broadways, go watch movies. man, i really have fun in Manhattan all alone. if i would have someone with my it should be my sister. both of us are inseparable.

• ESCAPE TO CONNECTICUT. my sister and i plan to go to Connecticut. take the train in grand central and head straight to CT. we don't know where we exactly are going. but the more innocent we are in a place, the more excitement we will have. "explore, explore..."

By the time i step into my world of adolescence. little by little i will gain my freedom. freedom to go where i want to go, freedom to do what i want to do, and own what i want to own. I'm a good daughter so, daddy don't worry about me. i will take good care of myself as an adult. just let me explore this harsh world and let me fight my battle of responsibility. let me have my way for now, and if i can't handle the pressure your eldest will still come to you and ask your help. coz right now, i want to learn from my mistakes, and i want to solve it on my expenses. and mom, i know we haven seen each other for almost 6 years. "i am already a lady, a grown up lady". the last time you saw me, i was just 16 years old. now im 21, the stubborn daughter you always have is still a stubborn one. don't worry i am still me. the ice, that you nurture and molded is still the adult ice. thanks mom for making me a good daughter and a good person. i really owe you everything that i am and everything that i became.

WELCOME 21!

two sister's. one is good and one is evil.

the one who is good has a "angelique" theme- blue and white that links with clouds and the sky.

the evil one is "punk-ish" theme- black and red which replresents the fire and the darkness.

"Eel with avocado or cucumber sushi roll & Shrimp tempura roll (the best)".

Sometimes, I also order Boston Roll or California Roll. At lunch time, i go with the Shrimp Tempura With vegetables lunch box. The Lunch Box is already enough to have exellent lunch break. :)

Hundreds and thousands of mysterious thoughts that comes over and over in my mind. Different categories and criteria that I admit are the differences of life this world. The aims and goals that I like to do to myself and those things that I think are suppose to be in my future has to have its own start to make it move forward.

Whatever path I choose, I still have to stand on my own feet. Walk forward and never turn back. Forget about regret and dismay that I may incounter as my journey of life begins. The obstacles of life does not recuire help from others because the best success is from my own percevirance. Only myself could help me reach the star of my admiration in life. My effort in which I put in chasing my dream will have its worth if I set my feet on the ground and never elope from my life crazy situation.

I will not surrender in the battle of life and the journey that I am taking right now. I have to survive in this crazy mist that covers my way in my ambition. I have been so secluded from others yet that will never turn me down. Tomorrow is a brighter day and after that tomorrow there is still another brighter day that follows. I can't stop right now. I just can't.

Happy Birthday!

happy birthday!

happy birthday!

3rd birthday

:: from Ate Ice ::

I'll be home in the philippines and i will give you a party eventhought it isn't your birthday yet. i love you and i really look forward to see you, baby..

before, when i was in the philippines i was asking for a baby sister yet mommy had you when im no longer around. sigh...

all im asking now is for you to be a good girl to mom and to your dad.. and especially when i come to visit you.. hope you'll not be a brat..

love you kiss kiss from ate.. mwahz**