S P R I N G

I can't believe that it is already April! I mean, it feels like me and Mother were just planning for our New Year celebration! Gosh, how time flies.. We really have to live life to the fullest, track our goals, and to always have that room for improvement.

It's already April 23 as of the moment and I only have seven days to get my goals for April before I say Hi to May!

1. Optimize my lifestyle blog - Okay, for now, I think I still can't mention it here since I want this blog to be private, solely for my goal tracking activities. But, I want my lifestyle blog to be optimized before April ends because there's nothing new there for the longest time. [CAREER] 

2. Boost Confidence - Honestly, I am not really good at dressing up. I feel very shy in experimenting and mixing up clothes for office or even for dates and whatnot. Now, I want to explore one outfit and try it to myself. :) [HEALTH AND BEAUTY]

3. Skin Care - Lately, I have been to many island hops resulting in sunburn. Now, I want to check on other soap for my skin. I have heard about Leivy Soap and Lotion and as per a reliable source, this can help me get back to my fair skin. [HEALTH AND BEAUTY]

Will also try an organic mix of ingredients for my skin.

4.  Braces Adjustment - Since I have been busy for the past weeks, I was not able to see my dentist.I Should visit her before the month ends. [HEALTH AND BEAUTY]

5. Devotion - There's nothing more important than this. [SPIRITUAL HEALTH]

6. Budget - Budget money until April 30 [MONEY MANAGEMENT]

7. Mama's Birthday Celebration - Will be having staycation in a hotel nearby and I am so happy! Make this birthday a blast! [RELATIONSHIPS]

After a couple of weeks, I understand that is is quite impossible for me t have a weekly goal tracker. But instead, what I am thinking right now is to make a Monthly Goal Tracker instead.

What's good in here is that I get to see the overview of what I want to accomplish in a month as a whole.

So, starting from now, this will be my Monthly Goal Tracker for 2016.

• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October
• November
• December 

I never thought that I will be having my Victory Weekend this coming weekend. Ever since, I have prayed so hard to be on that list of attendees, to be able to know what will happen to me after that weekend, and to know the feeling of being set free of just about.. everything for God.

Honestly, I never thought that I can join in the Victory Weekend for April 9 and 10 because of some reasons. But God is just so good that He made a way for me to still sign up and get the materials and manuals. I burst into tears the moment I stepped out Victory's office. All I felt was happiness because finally, after years of waiting, here I am, embracing God fully.

And yes, I am ready to know Him even more and to cultivate our relationship even deeper.

Here are some things that I expect from my Victory Weekend:

1. New Me:

The old has gone, the new has come. Ever since, I always long for that 'new me'. Renewed mind and heart. Joyous heart. And that fire that will be planted in my heart for Jesus and the Gospel.

2. New Relationships:

First, with Jesus Christ, of course. I know I have a relationship with Him, but I want it to be renewed. I want it to be new.

Second, with new friends. I am positive I will gain new friends in this path I am taking. What's good is that these new friends are like me, wanting to seek God even more.

3. Changed Perspective in Life

(Updating)

Ever since, I have been a sucker for Do-it-Yourself Home Remedies that I can try anytime. I have been checking home remedies from time to time, amused by the results that I've been reading, and the availability of the ingredients to be used.

Yesterday, I decided to try some face masks and bought the things needed in the nearby grocery store. And today, I tried the Baking Soda, Lemon, and Coconut Oil Face Mask since I want a glowing and toned complexion.

How to Make Baking Soda, Lemon, and Coconut Oil Face Mask?

Hello Dear One,

But, of course, there will always be second chances and I am on my way to building up my habits. I know you too will overcome those barriers as well!

WEEK 1

March 31 to April 2, 2016

SPIRITUAL HEALTH

1. Devotion - :(
2. Victory One to One
• March 31 - Repentance and Baptism

RELATIONSHIPS

1. Ate Alyn - Give a Welcome Home Gift that she will appreciate :)
• Pasalubong from Laguna or Baguio

HEALTH AND FITNESS

1. Enroll in a Fitness Gym - checked the nearest gym near our office already. My officemate and I will enroll on Monday
2. Drink lemon water everyday - :(

CAREER

1. Post 1 Blog Per Day 
• March 31 - Week 1 Goals 2016, Weekly Goals Tracker 2016, Dear Future Self
2. Determine what business to focus on :(

MONEY

1. Budget allowance (15 days) 
2. Deposit a) savings for April b) for House

HABITS FOR THE WEEK

• Be prompt! - Yes! Not late at work and in some meetings with friends :)
• Smile always! - Trying! :))

Hello Dear One,

I know by this time you already have grown to that wonderful lady you always have been praying and dreaming of. No, you don't have that perfect skin, you are not that sexy and skinny as that woman in the front cover of your magazine, but you have grown to be that happy, independent, and confident woman you once prayed for.

Of course your heart has now mended from those heartaches and lies, but what's more important is you get to know the essence of a real woman, your real worth, your worth in Jesus Christ.

At this very moment, I want to say how proud I am to be YOU. You've already realized how great it is to be in your own skin, and not wanting to be like anybody else.

I bet this time you are already engaged to that one special man who chose to love you every single of his life. Both of you are happily waiting and preparing for those wedding bells while preaching the Word of the Lord.



Oh! How lovely you will be on your wedding day! All eyes on you, those smiles, sincerely wishing you all the bests.

Such a sweet life with the one you love.

And of course, thank you for making Mother a one proud and healthy Mama! She is now handling her very own line of businesses and is happy with everything she is doing. But you know what's more important and happier here? She has already accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. You never forget Acts 16:3 - So they said, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household".

Dear Future One, I know you have experienced many trials along the way. There were days where you feel so alone and sad with all the problems you are facing. But still, your hope is in the Lord and nothing can take that away from you.

You will still be facing many kinds of struggles, fears, and whatnot. But, one this is for sure, our Lord God will never leave you. Stand firm.


Wishing goodbye,
Old Self

These are the four things I intend to do every day for 21 days.


1. Warm Lemon Drink Every Morning

In the next 21 days, I commit myself in drinking warm lemon water every morning instead of coffee. Its cleansing and healing effects will have a positive outcome in the long run as stated by foodmatters.tv.


2. Don't Check Your Phone (for too long) Upon Waking Up

I included the phrase 'for too long' because, personally, I need to check if there were text messages. If there's none, don't check your phone in at least one hour after you wake up. My problem here actually is Facebook which leads to unhappy and sad morning spirit.

 3. Wake Up An Hour Before Your Usual Wake Up Time

I usually wake up around 7AM even if I have work at 9AM. I know I have to get up as early as 6AM so that I can be at work earlier than my usual time. Waking up early will definitely pump you up and will mold discipline as your character.

4. Read Your Bible

Read your Bible every morning. Do your devotions. Know more about God. Be close to Him. Above all else, He will give you and me the strength for the day.