I.am.grateful.

I am grateful for the little one growing in my belly, and even more grateful when i feel her small little movements.
I am grateful for the lunchbox full of healthy goodies packed by my boyfriend, Justin who is making sure his daughter and I are well fed =)
I am grateful for my cousin, Rae who is always there to listen to my paranoia and excited thoughts about being a new mom.
I am grateful for my sister Camilla who has shown so much power within the last few weeks.
I am grateful for my brothers Gio and Tollo who always make me laugh and try to eat all my pregnant food.
I am grateful for Justin who loves me unconditionally.. and for his random cuddles and belly rubs in the middle of the night.
I am grateful to the Universe who has made my world overflowing with love and light!

Trish Bote

Love, love, love...

I had a discourse with someone on politics and feudal conflict, and in the end, we came to the conclusion that inter-marriage brings peace. all you need is love!

-Aliah Dimaporo, New York

The little things

Random act of kindness that I witnessed today:

This morning on my way to school there was an old blind guy being led by his wife (i'm assuming) and begging. I rolled down my window and gave them some coins and after thanking me they proceeded to ask the jeepney driver in front of me for some change. I was so surprised when the driver gave the couple a bunch of coins. I know people who are filthy rich and don't share a single cent so I was so surprised when the driver found it in his heart to share, probably what little he had with people less fortunate than him. :)

-Abigail Sy, Manila