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*"The things you're scared of are usually the most worthwhile." so just Do it. = ).

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*What's your most precious gift?

Time is your most precious gift because you only have a set amount of it. You can make more money, but you can't make more time. WHEN YOU GIVE SOMEONE YOUR TIME, YOU ARE GIVING THEM A PORTION OF YOUR LIFE THAT YOU'LL NEVER GET BACK. YOUR TIME IS YOUR LIFE. Relationships take time and effort, and the best way to spell love is "T-I-M-E." The essence of love is not what we think or do or provide for others, but how much we give of ourselves: "I value you enough to give you my most precious asset- my time." Whenever you give your time, you are making a sacrifice, and sacrifice is an essence of love. Love sometimes just means giving up- yielding my preferences, comfort, goals, security, money, energy, or time for the benefit of someone else.

Now. Why? Because you don't know how long you will have the opportunity. CIRCUMSTANCES CHANGE. People die. Children grow up. You have no guarantee of tomorrow. If you want to express love, you had better do it NOW. The best use of life is love. The best expression of love is time. The best time to love is now.

*somethin I found from an old e-mail back in H.S., It still amazes me, till now:

ev·o·lu·tion

1. A gradual process in which something changes into a different and usually more complex or better form.

2. The act of unfolding or unrolling; hence, in the process of growth; development; as, the evolution of a flower from a bud, or an animal from the egg.

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2003- the most evolving year of my evolution, thus far.

I've only been living for 18 years. And this year was like no other. 2003 must have been the most eventful, most memorable, most unforgettable. It was life-changing. You see... there's this one whole process of self-searching that took 18 years into making... And this year.. it all came to a big bang, a drastic climax. And I don't wanna sound all too dramatic and stuff... but this year truly made me feel like I've lived an 'entire' lifetime, within just one year. That's how HUGE this year was for me.

Success and failures. Witnessing births and deaths. Accidents. Discovering life's lil secrets. Traveling the world. Finding true friends I once only wished for. Making an impact on people's lives. Leaving touching imprints. Winnings and loses. Abundance of crushes. Heartbreaking and Heartwarming moments. Losing everything then gaining them back. Graduation from high school. Entering college. Returning to my homeland. Appearing on a reality tv show. Hanging with the celebs. Shopping and spas. Interacting with the most outrageous people. Living in the most uncertain environments. Experiencing the dangers of life. Taking risks, chances. Being loved. Facing life. I've definitely grown. And I'm glad.

Needless to say, 2003 was just... vivid. Colorful painting of events that transcended, what else could you ask for. It was a year when many wishes of mine came to reality. 2004 is about achieving more goals and making dreams happen. Watch out.

Farewell 2003. You would never be forgotten.

Welcome 2004. I'm ready to embrace you. Hella tight...

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To realize
The value of a sister:
Ask someone who doesn't have one.

To realize
The value of ten years:
Ask a newly divorced couple.

To realize
The value of four years:
Ask a graduate.

To realize
The value of one year:
Ask a student who has failed a final exam.

To realize
The value of nine months:
Ask a mother who gave birth to a still born.

To realize
The value of one month:
Ask a mother who has given birth to a premature baby.

To realize
The value of one week:
Ask an editor of a weekly newspaper.

To realize
The value of one hour:
Ask the lovers who are waiting to meet.

To realize
The value of one minute:
Ask a person who has missed the train, bus or plane.

To realize
The value of one-second:
Ask a person who has survived an accident.

To realize
The value of one millisecond:
Ask the person who has won a silver medal in the Olympics.

Time waits for no one.
Treasure every moment you have.

You will treasure it even more when you can share it with someone special.

To realize
The value of a friend:
Lose one.