This blog aims not only to make people laugh, but also to inspire others, instill positive values...in short, to make this world a little better, a little happier. This blog is meant to bless (in my own little way) all those who read it. It's my way of saying "I love you more and more".
I did watched the DVD my son gave me, "Facing the Giants". I cried several times even if the story is quite predictable. I love inspiring stories showing God's power and faithfulness. I wish there were more movies like this.
I worked on my report today. I finished another category except for the conclusions.
From time to time, my former dreams come back. I dream of putting up a gift shop called Humor and More. A restaurant called Ha-Ha-Inan Res-Tawa-Rant. A movie production company. Ahh! Dreams...
I could have gone to Bagoong Club today with a friend. We could have had a poetry session again. We could have enjoyed the food there. But he didn't have a car.
More importantly, I had work to do. There's this long project that I have to work on. It has several categories. So work, I must.
My mom went out. She will have dinner with her sisters and my cousin, Charito who is treating them, particularly my Auntie Baby from the States. They will eat in Dussit Hotel. How I envy them! I will just content myself with siopao.
My son is asking me to watch "Facing the Giants". Hmm...I am tempted to watch. he he.
It's Sunday and I did two things - sleep and work.
I worked on two projects. I wrote a report but did not finish because it's quite long. I also emailed again to respondents for my tracer study.
My mom has a kidney stone which has to be "blasted". We need about P90,000. As usual, we are relying on God for providence.
The lottery jackpot is upwards of P130 million already. Who will be the lucky winner? It's mind boggling to think of myself having that much money. But I know that it will also bring problems. Good thing I didn't buy a ticket!
The FGD held yesterday was much better than the previous day. Except for some trembling of my hands at the beginning, I think I did better as a moderator. The group was also better in answering the questions.
Today, I worked on a report. It's a long one so I won't be through till maybe Monday.
Jobert and I wrote another poem via text, entitled "Lovely Days with You":
Every day we see each other Hoping this moment lasts forever We enjoy each other’s company Expressing happy feelings so freely
Walking along the beach, you hold my hand Enjoying the cool breeze and the soft sand We laugh and play like children A happiness that’s heaven-sent We never seem to run out of things to say When cheerfulness will always find a way I always thank God for you For a life that may be lived anew
*poetry by Nimia Gamo (purple lines) and Jobert Abiva (blue lines)
I facilitated the first of six FGDs (focus group discussions) yesterday. I'm not too happy with the way I moderated the group. My voice was nervous at the start. I did not use the conversational style when speaking to the participants. I lacked probing questions or overprobed sometimes. I let the participants discuss among themselves and failed to join in their discussion.
I hope I will do better tomorrow.
I worked on a report today. It's quite long so I was not able to finish.
Mom and I spent practically the whole day at the hospital (National Kidney and Transplant Institute) today.
First were blood tests and urinalysis.
Then, brunch at the canteen. I ate kardereta, rice, buko juice and cassava cake.
We waited for the two doctors - my internist and hematologist. While waiting, I chatted with another patient. I prayed the rosary. I read Kerygma magazine. I wrote a proposal. I reviewed an FGD guide. That is what I call productive waiting.
The results were good and bad. My lipid profile is good, creatinine is good, platelet count is normal. But my blood sugar is high, cholesterol is high, and I have UTI. So there were changes in medication.
Back home, more work was waiting for me. So, it's a working evening for me.
Hi I'm Nimia. Just turned 50. Single again. Not desperately seeking (but secretly longing). Notorious for my corny jokes. My mission in life is to be a joyful instrument of God's love and a loving instrument of God's joy through TAWASSS - teaching, appreciating, writing, affirming, speaking and serving with a smile.
I worked on my report today. I finished another category except for the conclusions.
We could have enjoyed the food there. But he didn't have a car.
It's Sunday and I did two things - sleep and work.
We never seem to run out of things to say
I facilitated the first of six FGDs (focus group discussions) yesterday. I'm not too happy with the way I moderated the group. My voice was nervous at the start. I did not use the conversational style when speaking to the participants. I lacked probing questions or overprobed sometimes. I let the participants discuss among themselves and failed to join in their discussion.
We waited for the two doctors - my internist and hematologist. While waiting, I chatted with another patient. I prayed the rosary. I read Kerygma magazine. I wrote a proposal. I reviewed an FGD guide. That is what I call productive waiting.
I was supposed to have an FGD (focus group discussion) today. But God is good. The FGD was postponed for Wednesday.
