Pause

 There are times in life when I wish I could pause for a while, take a deep breath, and let the world slow down. Not because I want to give up, but because even the strongest person gets tired of being strong all the time.

Looking back, I realize how much life has changed me. There were years when I quietly disappeared from the world, carrying battles that not everyone could see or understand. I went through experiences that hurt me, challenged me, and forced me to face parts of myself that I needed to change. But somehow, through all the pain and uncertainty, I found the courage to stand again.

I am no longer the same person I used to be. I have learned to let go of hatred, to accept things I cannot change, and to understand that not every unanswered question needs an explanation. Some things are meant to teach us, some are meant to leave us, and some are meant to remind us of the person we are becoming.

I have learned to appreciate the simple things in life: a peaceful mind, a healthy body, a family to care for, a home to return to, and the quiet comfort of knowing that God has carried me through days I thought I could barely survive. I may not have everything figured out, but I am grateful for how far I have come.

Still, there are days when I feel tired. Days when I wish I could return to the innocence of childhood, when the world seemed simpler and happiness came without so many worries. Sometimes, I just want to pause, breathe, gather my strength, and remind myself that I do not have to have everything together all the time. I am allowed to rest. I am allowed to feel lost. I am allowed to take my time healing.

As I look toward the future, my dreams are becoming simpler but more meaningful. I want a life filled with peace, genuine love, and contentment. I dream of having a family of my own, becoming a wife, raising children, and building a home where love, loyalty, honesty, and understanding will always have a place. I want to grow into a woman who is strong but gentle, independent but never afraid to love, and wise enough to protect her peace without closing her heart.

I no longer wish to spend my life comparing my journey to others or rushing to reach milestones just because the world expects me to. I believe that what is truly meant for me will come in its own time. Until then, I will continue to work, grow, pray, and become the woman I hope to be.

Maybe life is not always about being happy. Maybe it is also about learning to be grateful even when things are uncertain, choosing kindness even after being hurt, and finding the courage to begin again even when the road ahead is unclear.

For now, I will give myself permission to breathe. I will stop demanding so much from myself and learn to appreciate the person I am today. I will trust the process, trust God’s timing, and believe that the chapters I have yet to live may hold the very things my heart has been praying for.

I have survived days that changed me, learned lessons that humbled me, and found blessings that reminded me not to lose hope.

And if there is one thing I want to remind myself of, it is this:

I do not need to have a perfect life to be thankful for the life I have. I do not need to be strong every day to be considered strong. And I do not need to know what tomorrow holds to believe that better days are still possible.

For now, I will keep going, one day at a time. With a grateful heart, a quieter mind, a stronger spirit, and faith that even if life does not unfold exactly as I imagined, there is still something beautiful waiting for me.

I am still becoming, still healing, still learning, and still trusting that my story is far from over. 🤍

Where Do Broken Heart's Go?

  Words sound like someone standing in the ruins of a place that once felt like home, wondering where to go now that everything has fallen apart.

The truth is, broken hearts don’t really go anywhere.

They stay with us for a while.

They sit beside us in empty rooms. They follow us into familiar places. They hide in songs, old conversations, and memories we didn’t ask to remember. And for a time, it feels as though the pain is the only thing left.

You asked whether you should stay where you were left behind or go somewhere safe.

Sometimes the answer is neither.

Sometimes healing begins when you stop waiting at the place where they left you and start walking, not because you’re ready to let go, but because you deserve not to stay stranded there forever.

You don’t have to stop loving them today.

You don’t have to stop missing them.

You don’t have to force yourself to be okay.

You only have to take one step that belongs to you.

Maybe that’s getting through today.

Maybe it’s eating a meal.

Maybe it’s crying again when you thought there were no tears left.

Maybe it’s allowing yourself to imagine a future that doesn’t hurt quite as much.

The missing pieces of your heart are not hidden somewhere waiting to be found.

They are rebuilt.

Slowly.

With every sunrise you survive.

With every friend who stays.

With every lesson learned.

With every moment you choose yourself, even when it’s difficult.

And yes, I believe you can be happy again.

Not because you’ll forget.

Not because the loss will suddenly stop mattering.

But because one day you’ll realize that the hole they left behind is no longer the center of your life. It becomes part of your story instead of the whole story.

For now, if you’re still mourning, then mourn.

If you’re not ready to let go, don’t force it.

Love doesn’t leave on command.

Just promise yourself one thing: don’t build your home in the place where your heart was broken.

Visit the memories if you need to, but don’t live there.

The place where broken hearts go is not backward into the past.

It’s forward, slowly, painfully, courageously, toward a life they never imagined they could have after the loss.

And when you ask, “Where do I start again?”

Start with this:

You are still here.

Your heart is hurting, but it is still beating.

And that means your story is not over yet. ❤️

-itsladymieh

It’s not too late to begin again

Life hasn’t been easy for me these past few years. It’s been a rough journey filled with struggles, silent battles, and days when I questioned myself more than anyone else ever could.

I’ve always wanted to write again. To sit down, clear my mind, and finally put my thoughts into words. But somehow, I keep falling into the habit of delaying things. “I’ll do it later” became my motto — until later turns into forgotten dreams, unfinished pages, and ideas left behind.

Maybe part of me got tired. Maybe life became too heavy. Maybe I became too comfortable hiding in distractions instead of facing what I truly feel.

But here I am again.

Still trying.

Still wanting to create.

Still hoping that one day I can become consistent with the things I once loved.

I may have lost time, motivation, and confidence along the way, but deep inside, the desire to start again never really disappeared.

And maybe this is my reminder:

It’s not too late to begin again.

Aimee2026

A Mother's Love

 

Jillian is one of the incoming freshmen college student. She was offered a scholarship program from her province to study in the City. Their province offered yearly to those students who cannot afford to continue going to College. 

 

One day, her mother told that she will be boarding at the house of her aunt Margaret. But Jillian did not like it because her aunt Margaret is a very strict person. So, she wants to rent in a dormitory. But her mother Laura worried so much, thinking if she can afford of paying her daughter's dormitory because if not, her daughter will be very anger at her. 

 

Jillian was very happy because she knows that she can do whatever she wants and do everything freely. And no one will scold wherever she goes. Now that her mother approved that she will be staying in a dormitory while studying in the City. The next morning Laura prepared their breakfast and she was very happy seeing her daughter with so much joyful while approaching her. And Jillian told her mother not to accompany her anymore of going to the City because she will be with her so called trusted friend. Laura wanted to accompany her daughter to make sure that she will be in a good and safe place but she did not contest what her daughter said. She understands her daughter and she want to give everything what makes her happy. 

to be continued... 

I originaaly wrote this story  last April 09,2019 

Point of View : Law of Life

 

 Dreaming is indescribable, hard to explain it, but somehow the only things you have to do is trust and believe on yourself because dreams is like an empty box and full of mysteries. And it is on your hands to unleash the secrets behind the box.

We create our dreams that bringing us to an imaginary place that full of mysteries where we can turn the impossible to possible. What a wonderful, beautiful, that sometimes it brings us nearest to what we have longed for and closer to reality.

Indeed, a very powerful magic is it. I can't help myself to create new found ideas and manage it through my own dreams, and through my wildest imaginations that penetrates into my mind that I have been dreaming for come so real.

However, for many years of experience I have always this on my mind tried many times which is my mantra of life, the Law of mind is also the law of belief. 

The Law of mind is also the law of belief is about mind over power. Always think the positive way because the state of mind brings success and negative state of mind brings failure. Always tell it to yourself that when you make a dream always believe, it will come true. Believe what you dream about for yourself, plan what you want to become, (a successful nurse, an architect, an engineer, a doctor, or a teacher, writer, business). Because we all have different dreams, specific plans, hopes for our future. But the question, are you putting steps in place to reach your goals? Everything happens for a purpose, when you want to achieve something put all your best to achieve.

Everyone does it. We all dream about the perfect future. We dream about things that we truly hope to happen. Dreams are such sweet things, when we feel lonely or sad, we can just imagine about our dreams, and suddenly everything will be okay.

Never let your negative outlook of life governs your success because a person who always thinks failure are those who are low self acceptance, low self-confidence and worse they don't even trust to themselves ability.

I just remember the things happened to me, I was trapped, somewhere within my own thoughts. I was caught in a world of torture and pain, and in a world that you're being stuck in a state of mind that you can't seem to get yourself out. It was like a way ferry-wheel experience, where I nowhere to find myself and worse I lost to dream. In just one mistake, mistake that I never intended to happen for my own sake and yet I have been judged by many.

The unacceptable thought of mine trap my happiness, afraid to be defeated by myself and everything seems to be blurry. And it, feels like the world is against me, trying to fall me down. I was not born to become a perfect person, but I am only human who were trapped, and keep on battling those negative forces inside me. Have you heard the famous song 'Let It Go by Idina Mendel'.

“The perfect girl is gone, I don’t care what they’re going to say..Let it go..Let it go..” The songs really inspired me a lot to let it go all my frustration, hatred, sadness, angs, bitterness and everything, because I am not perfect and the perfect they knew is gone.

Until one day, I woke up and realized something that ‘I am still young' and ‘I can still change my future'. There's a lot of things I've missed from those days that I choose to be alone and trap my happiness. I've learned to choose the other side, to continue living with a positive outlook in life. I gained myself acceptance and trust myself.

Now is the new beginning, I can now set my goals to meet all my dreams and be the best person I could be. I am back again to get stayed on track of my dreams. That was of the big hit of mine and I know there will still challenges comes on my way. Though, in order to pass all the challenges, we need something to push us into action to bring out the best in me or the best you can do.

Never let the past ruined your future. Always take the risk because you will never know when the chances may come again. Surreal, when dreams are already in your hands grasp it and hold it tightly and don't let others take it away from you. Because opportunities are rare and it won't come again, but when it comes again hold it tight.

Whenever you make mistakes do not blame yourself and become the hindrance to achieve all your dreams instead make it a lesson. A good lesson to achieve success is experience. Everything is possible when you believe you can, and never afraid to try again. TRY. TRY. TRY. AJA! “Kaya mo yan” (you can do it)

I considered myself luckier than those people who were truly in the midst of fighting their problems. Because everything happens for a purpose and this challenges in life teaches us to become a better person and be mature enough to focus.

“God never promised us that life would be fair, but He did promise, that He will take what's meant your harm and use it to your advantage.”

When you feel like giving up, just hold on to your dreams because good things comes to those who wait. To make the things possible the impossible learn to trust yourself, do not dwell and stop mistrusting yourself. If you don't believe and trust in yourself, who will still believe and trust you? The right formula to success is only within ourselves. We are responsible to create our dreams, the ability to live enthusiastic, be optimistic and always claim victory.

This is the story of my dream, I will never be tired on chasing them. Soon everything that my heart's desire to achieve everything will fall apart in the right time. I will put everything the best I can, to achieve the success what my heart's dream of. With the proper guidance by the Almighty Heavenly Father, I believe I can do it.

Love Much,

Aimee

 

Buko Pandan Salad with Agar-Agar Recipe

Hi  Loves,

I just want to share with you one of my favorite dessert.  I have lots of favorite dessert and buko salad with agar-agar is definitely one in my list.

This Filipino dessert is very affordable that everyone can afford to do it and it is so yummy! 

Actually, this kind of dessert is typically served during occasions like birthdays, graduations, fiestas or any special occasions as a Filipino favorite dessert.

Who would not fall in love with the sweetness of this desert can give to you. Most Filipino loves sweet foods and I believe that is what makes Filipino's sweet. If you're a Filipino you'll definitely know this about!

Likewise, it is very popular desserts in the country the Buko Pandan Salad because it tastes creamy and yummy. Sweetness overload!

This  Filipino tropical dessert, is compose of Pandan Jelly (gelatin), Buko (shredded young coconut), and Cream. I also added an agar-agar which I bought a ready made pack in the market which is cost 25 pesos.

What is Agar-Agar?

Did you know that Agar-Agar is a dry extract of red marine algae (seaweeds), which contains soluble fiber. It is used as a food additive and supplement. Agar-Agar has been used as an ingredients in desserts for so many years.

Buko Pandan Salad with Agar-Agar Recipe

Ingredients:

1 pieces young Coconut ( scraped and well drained)

1  pack of Nestle cream

1 can Condensed milk (used the Buko Pandan Condensed Milk)

1  pack unflavored green gelatine powder

1 cup of water ( to balance the sweet)

1 pack of Agar-agar (this is optional)

Procedure:

1.  Cook the gelatine according to its packaging procedure then add sugar, mix well and pour in a molder and refrigerate until harden.

2. Get the harden gelatin and cut it into any shape you like dice,cube, and shredded shape.

3. In a mixing bowl, combine together the young coconut, gelatin, cream and condensed milk.
4.  Add the agar-agar in the mixture. Again this is optional.

5.  Cover with a lid and refrigerate overnight.

6.  Serve with a smile and enjoy!

I made this buko salad recipe of mine a countless times so I guaranteed you will love this as I love it. This whole recipe is worth of  139 pesos.

young coconut   20 php
agar-agar            25 php
nestle cream      45 php
Condense Milk   38 php
gelatin powder   11 php
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                          139 pesos only

This is one of the most affordable and easier dessert that you try it at home. It is very simple to do. And this is also best dessert jamming for the whole family too. Actually this is only best for one day since it tastes yummy and super delicious and my whole family loves it so much. 

This is for now, see you soon to my second recipe post.  Tell me if you did this recipe, I'll be  the most happiest person evah!!😙😙😘😚


xoxo,
Ai Mee

So Sick Of You

It's been awhile since I blogged and missed something to write about. As I promise myself before to post and blog every weekend but things does not went well. My lappie get broke. I cried and cried for being so careless for not giving importance of my things.

My lappie is my bestfriend and we have been a buddy for almost 7 years already. And it’s hurt to see my old lappie's not functioning and broke. Because every time I opened it, a white blank screen appear and I don't know what to do now. I am not an expert  but I will do my best to repair it.

I am not sure if I am gonna make it. Will try myself to search online how will I make because  my heart is still aching and still thinking logical aspect of what am I gonna do.

 However, first thing came to my mind is to bring my lappie to a professional repair service who handles computer program problems but I am also thinking the cost that I am going to spend  which I believe it is more higher or same value if I am going to buy a new one. That is why I am really dead! 

LOVE

Althea Korea Philippines: My First Beauty Haul Experience

Hi Loves!

I am back again with a big pink beauty box! The beauty box is from korea and actually this is my first time to get  interested into something that I have never tried. So, I am pretty excited for this. (^_-)

Everyone wants to have a beautiful and porcelain skin type, right?. And, as one of my New Year's Resolution to look good and stay young. To start with it, why not starts on by searching products to use to stay young and have a healthy skin. I believe this is not new to everyone but this is all new to me. I hope you enjoy this post!

“Having a healthy and beautiful skin reflects your inner personality. And it boost your confidence towards yourself."

~ itsladymieh

Honestly, I am not really fond of using any beauty products. Opps! I mean Korean Beauty products! But, as I get older, haha I am still young ok! I am still at my 20s (hahaha). I am really starting to get worried and conscious about my skin because when you get at the age of 25 wrinkles and few lines under your eyes are starting to be visible. This is one of my concern and still rotting on my head starts the appearance of visible of fine lines on my forehead, scars from acne , and an oily faces. (hushhh) It is absolutely girls  problem! And it is so depressing.

As of now, I came to realized of making a big change for myself especially in taking care of my skin. I am still intriguing about the new beauty trend secret were in everyone are talking about . And upon searching on Google I certainly caught my attention and starting to question how did the koreans achieve their very porcelain and shiny skin? I am a Filipino but like any other girls I also want to have a beautiful skin like Koreans. ^_^. I am too ambitious right! but not in the terms that I certainly go on surgery,  it's a big No!

However,  as I found out that early as their young age Korean were taught to took care of their skin and  skincare is one of their main investment. And no doubt about it, since they have really  the most beautiful skin in the world. 

Althea Korean Beauty Online Store

I just newly discovered this Korean online store named Althea.  What's  great about Althea Korean base online beauty store is that they offer  100% Authentic Guarantee Korean beauty products and in case if the product confirmed as non-authentic, Althea will refund 200% of the purchase value.

Althea provides an affordable Best Price Policy of their products. Prices of the Althea’s Products offers very cheap unlike any other Korean Store. The items you ordered are packed straight from Althea’s warehouse in Korea and delivered at your doorstep within 7 working days.

FREE SHIPPING to the Philippines for orders above 999 ph. It is too cool? Thanks to Althea it made possible to everyone. We can now purchased some of the popular brands now at a lower price.

Althea is all about!

Althea  was founded in June 2015 by CEO Frank Kang to bring Authentic Korean  Beauty Products around South East Asia. Despite the big trend of Korean beauty products all over the world, there was not a single one-stop of K-Beauty shopping destination that everyone can reach. And thanks to Althea so we can now enjoy an Authentic K-Beauty Products for our skin care  just like the Koreans.

Althe is now the No. 1 digital destination for all things you love about Korean Beauty like shopping, lifestyle, and trends. And Althea offers famous Korean brand such as Laneige, Etude House, Hope Girl, Secret Key, Dear Klair, Witch's Pouch, Holika Holika, Innisfree, Aromatica, Nature Republic and many more in such a very affordable prices. 

Althea’s First Encounter

I’ve been hearing about Althea for a quite sometimes and it is my first time to try Korean Beauty Products. 

I’ve been using some of the korean beauty products from Althea for more than 2 weeks now, and I absolutely love it. I love how it works on my face. 

I have something to share, I was really quite hesitant to try this before since, I don't have no idea about the products is all about like first I dont understand what is written coz its all in korean words and second I dont know how to used it (hahaha). 

So, I have to used my best friend Mr. Google about the products of Althea before I use it and what I  have learned about is that the Korean have this skin care routine of 10 step process for every day. It is kinda total exaggerating right? But that's one of the Koreans magical beauty secrets on how they managed having a beautiful and porcelain skin. Who would not like to have a gorgeous skin? 

FYI: Before you buy any products or before you use anything on your face, make sure to visit first Mr. Google. 👍

What is inside my pink beauty box?

Finally, here it is my first shopping encounter with Althea that sells an authentic Korean beauty Products in the Philippines. 

My order was packed in a thick pink plastic bag. It had the Althea logo on one side. It is also covered with bubble wrap the big pink box. One thing that I really like about ordering Korean Beauty Products through Althea Ph is 100% trustworthy and very reliable. It says that shipping takes 7 days to receive the parcel but mine I got it for 5 days. It is amazing?

What a lovely pinky box! Pink is my all time favorite color. 💞💞💞 I am so much delighted when I recieved the box..

I kept this as my secret beauty haul haha. And guess what? one of my friend asking and very intriguing about my the products that I had been using on my face that makes me so young and pretty. Words are underestimated. Don't be fret! I was still in shock. 😀 I didn't know they are very observant about the changes of my skin especially on my face. I love the korean products and will buying more in the future. Absolutely, I love the white effect oled cream. And will surely try another products as long as I have money in my pocket.

Indeed, I will be gladly to share some of the products that I had been used and tried very soon. Because, I wont make a review for a certain product that I have not yet tried. 

I am not paid to write anthing about Althea Korea PH so everything is absolutely all my opinion and experienced. If you want to know more about Althea's Korean Beauty Products you can follow them at their social medias below. 

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xoxo,
Ai Mee