Top Droppers For June

It's time to say THANK YOU to my loyal droppers
for the month of June.
Most of these droppers have consistently made it
to my monthly top 10.

As we enter another month, I hope you will not get tired of visiting my site and leaving your comments.


a pocketful of sunshine to everyone!!!

Blessings to all,

Music Monday - Africa (Toto)

TOTO was one of the hottest rock bands in the 80's. This song topped the charts in 1983. To think that this single didn't almost make it to their Toto IV album because the song itself was very different from anything the band had done before and some members felt it did not sound like Toto at all. Little did they know that this song would pave the way for winning the hearts of non-rock fans.

Join me as I make another trip down memory lane... =)

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a pocketful of sunshine to everyone!!!

Blessings to all,

The Man In The Mirror Tried To Heal The World

"I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I'm asking him to change his ways
And no message could
Have been any clearer
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and
Then make a change..."

ED BRADLEY: Michael, what would you say to you — your fans, who have supported you through all of this, and — and who today, some of them might have questions? What would you say to them?

MICHAEL JACKSON: Well, I would tell them I love them very much. And I— I— they've learned about me, and know about me from a distance. But if you really want to know about me, there's a song I wrote, which is the most honest song I've ever written. It's the most autobiographical song I've ever written. It's called, "Childhood." They should listen to it. That's the one they really should listen to. And thank you for your support, the fans around the world. I love you with all my heart. I don't take any of it for granted. Any of it. And I love them dearly, all over the world.

(Interview With Ed Bradley On '60 Minutes')

Here are some of MICHAEL JACKSON'S songs that made a difference in this beautiful yet chaotic world of ours...





We may never see him perform live again but his songs will linger on through many generations to come.

How about you, have you thought of doing anything significant with your life? Nothing big is necessary... making someone smile each day is enough.

Here's my share:

a pocketful of sunshine to everyone!!!

Blessings to all,

Image Source: Michael Jackson - King Of Pop from http://tube.hk

Let's All Feel Good

Here's sharing a little sunshine to everyone :) Let's all feel good and happy!

Wow... 44 years of marriage and still counting... Indeed, life is beautiful! Thank you for showing us the true meaning of LOVE.

I love you both!

a pocketful of sunshine to everyone!!!

Blessings to all,

Things I've Learned...

I've learned....
That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.

I've learned....

That when you're in love, it shows.

I've learned....

That just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day.

I've learned....

That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.

I've learned....

That being kind is more important than being right.

I've learned....

That you should never say no to a gift from a child.

I've learned....

That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some other way.

I've learned....

That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.

I've learned....

That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

I've learned....

That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult.

I've learned....

That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.

I've learned....

That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for.

I've learned....

That money doesn't buy class.

I've learned...

That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.

I've learned...

That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

I've learned....

That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.

I've learned....

That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.

I've learned....

That love, not time, heals all wounds.

I've learned....

That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am.

I've learned....

That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.

I've learned....

That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.

I've learned....

That life is tough, but I'm tougher.

I've learned....

That opportunities are never lost, someone will take the ones you miss.

I've learned....

That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

I've learned....

That I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before she passed away.

(***My own Mom is still alive and I never fail to tell and show her how much I love her every opportunity I get.)

I've learned....

That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them.

I've learned....

That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.

I've learned.....

That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, that you're hooked for life.

(*** I am looking forward to this experience. But not too soon I hope because my eldest child is only 15.)

I've learned....

That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it.

I've learned....

That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

[A friend emailed this to me today and I felt that it's worth sharing with everyone. Although this collection was originally attributed to veteran commentator Andy Rooney of 60 Minutes, this was denied by a spokesperson for the show. It was eventually discovered that this is a collection of insights gathered from many people (ages 5 to 95) and compiled in a 1995 book called Live and Learn and Pass It On, Volume II.]

a pocketful of sunshine to everyone!!!

Blessings to all,

Love Thy Father (and Mother)

Today, my Dad saw my blog for the first time. Sat on his wheelchair (he rarely uses it now but he was really feeling tired tonight), with tears welling up in his eyes, he read the special post I made for him. His voice cracked as he said "it's beautiful.." I don't know if he was referring to the post or the blog site. But then in all of 42 years of my life, there was not one single negative word he said about anything I did. He was and is always there to encourage me.

After his stroke in 2007, we thought we would lose him. But being the epitome of strength and courage that he is, he fought his way out of misery and helped himself to stand up, walk and talk again. His unwavering faith is a continued source of inspiration for me and the rest of our family.

To celebrate Fathers' Day, here is a touching letter which embodies every parent's desire to be loved, understood and cared for by his child when he grows old. We will all grow old someday. Will our kids be there for us the way we were there for them when they were growing up?






Blessings to all,

I Will Always Be Daddy's Little Girl

Papa, I would not have made it through the storm without you.
When my sky was covered in darkness,
you were there as a glint of light
making sure that I found my way.
When I was too scared, you held my hand
and assured me everything would be alright.
From a distance, you proudly watched
as I slowly picked up the broken pieces of my life,
always careful not to interfere,
allowing me to have the space I needed.
You never stopped believing in me
even when I started doubting myself.
You carried me through it all.
And you proved once more
that you are truly my hero.

I guess, in your eyes,
I will always be your little girl
that's why you are always here for me.
Thank you for your unconditional love.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

You're My Hero
by Teresa James

I would ride on your shoulders
And look out on the world
Pretending I was big and tall like you
When you were there to hold me
I never was afraid
You made me feel there's nothing I can't do

If I'd spread my wings to fly
When I was very small
I knew that you'd be standing by
To catch me if I fall

You're my hero
Chasing the monsters from my room
Going on trips around the moon
The one who's always been there faithfully
You're my hero
And 'cause you're my Dad...
I'm twice as blessed and lucky to be me

As I kept on growing
We often disagreed
But you let me find myself in my own way
And it's funny, how just lately
I've come to recognize
How wise you are becoming every day
There's so much you've given me
I hope I've made you proud
You're everything a Dad should be
And it's time to tell you now

You're my hero
You didn't have to say a word
Your love was the message that I heard
Inspiring me to be all I can be
You're my hero
And 'cause you're my Dad...
I'm twice as blessed and lucky to be me

Sunshine In My Heart

Despite the little setbacks and heartaches here and there, I wake up each day feeling refreshed and happy knowing that there are more people out there who love me than those who show callous indifference.

Each morning, I wake up to the sound of my kids' busy banters as they prepare for another day in school. I don't even have to bother waking them up. They need no prodding to do what they have to do.

I have my parents who, despite their frail health and other serious concerns, never fail to check on me and my kids. I guess in their eyes I never stopped being their little girl.

I should not forget my bro ('tol) and sis (li'l sis) who, despite the distance between us, have remained close to me. Waking up to their messages in my inbox or cellphone saying "Sis, what do the kids need?" or "Sis, musta na?" ("how are you doing?") always warm my heart.

I have a job that people dream of (if only for the glamor of it) - in a workplace where each one is treated like family .

I have friends (the BFFs) who have stayed with me through thick and thin, rain or shine, come hell or high water. Isn't it amazing that, instead of drifting apart, we (including husbands and kids now) were able to create a much stronger bond through all those 20 years of friendship?

And yes, after a big storm in my life, the sun found its way back and is finally here to stay. Little did I know back then that sunshine would warm my soul again.

Counting my blessings helps me get through the day. And each time I start to worry, I close my eyes and claim HIS promise:

"Therefore I tell you,

do not worry about your life,

what you will eat or drink;

or about your body,

what you will wear.

Is not life more important than clothes?

Look at the birds of the air;

they do not sow or reap or store away in barns,

and yet your heavenly Father feeds them.

Are you not much more valuable than they?

Who of you by worrying

can add a single hour to his life?"

Matthew 6:25-27

The bumps in the road just make the ride more fun. Always remember that what won't kill you will only make you stronger.

A pocketful of sunshine to everyone!

Blessings to all,

I Don't Want To Stay Angry

The truth is that, I DON'T WANT TO STAY ANGRY. I am done with hatred and bitterness in my life. The best way to deal with it is to confront what or who causes me pain. So that's exactly what I did a few minutes ago. It is indeed liberating to be able to release the burden of anger.

These quotes helped me cool down and stay objective. They reminded me of what forgiving is all about.

It always helps to confront one's anger and deal with it face to face. It also gives the other person or persons the chance to air his/her/their side. At the very least, I was able to convey the message that I won't take lightly any injustice- perceived or real- against my kids.

Forgiveness is not a sign of weakness. But in forgiving, one does not have to compromise his principles. He may not be able to change the past but he can do something about the future by taking a stand.

The door has been opened for a dialogue. I welcome that.

Blessings to all,