because I chose to serve..

"How many on their deathbeds wished they'd spent more time at the office-or watching TV? The answer is, No one. They think about their loved ones, their families, and those they have served."

The word "service" struck me after reading these lines from Stephen Covey's book "7 Habits of Highly Effective People".

I paused a few minutes and reflected on what had happened to me today. Let me share with you some few conversations I had from an interviewer. Let's just named him Mr. M.

Mr M: Can you tell me what Robz is doing aside from her work?
Me: I'm a volunteer in a non-profit organization. On weekends, I'm an assistant-teacher/facilitator of the awesome kids. (mentioning Bo Sanchez) and so on..
Mr M: That's sounds really interesting. Can you tell me more about it? The rest is history.

The conversation ended and he said directly that I passed the initial interview. The only problem would be my schedule since they're working on shifting hours. I told him I couldn't sacrifice my week-end activities.

Before I left the conference, his words struck me. "Keep doing what you are doing. Serve and make our country better. That's my point of perspective." With a big smile, he wished me goodluck as I leaved their office.

I received an email just tonight that I was not selected. And I already knew why.

This is another blessing for me today. I don't considered it a rejection. Instead, a re-direction on the right path I'm taking. I'll pursue to serve. Because I chose to. And it is one of my purpose.

It's time to sleep now! My gratitude journal is filled once again. And the writer too! I'm filled with blessings, gratitude and love.

Thank You Lord for another blessed day! Goodnight;)

Discover Your Inner Beauty Queen

Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry of fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight. - 1 Peter 3:3-4

This is the second book I've read by Rissa Kawpeng, a national bestselling author of "Confessions of an Impatient Bride". In this book, Rissa reveals how to achieve beauty that is beyond skin-deep and feel even more beautiful in the eyes of God.
I highly recommend this to all women. Stay beautiful because we are all beauty queens in God's eyes.

Here are some beautiful lines I've quoted:

* The most expensive makeup can't come close to the face lift that a genuine smile on the lips ca give. p11

* The inner beauty of a gentle quiet spirit lasts a lifetime.

* Be beautiful inside, in your hearts, with the lasting charm of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God. p17

* Everyone is beautiful. Everyone is loved.  Everyone is forgiven by the mercy of God. p32

* Allow Him to show you how He sees you. p35

* You don't have to walk in someone else's shoes. God gave you your shoes to walk with. p36

* When we're angry at God, we don't need to turn away from Him. We can  tell Him straight that we feel bad...That in itself is praying. p48

* No one can be  in the presence of God and remain unchanged. p52

* The more we get familiar with God's voice, the easier it is to hear Him speak to us. p56

* The more time we spend with God, the more we are transformed into His image and likeness. p70

* Oftentimes, service calls is to do uncomfortable tasks. It calls us to go out of our way. -96

* What incident that changed the course of your life for good? Be reminded of why you are where you are. p111