Let's Pokemon Go!

Truly tickled pink that Pokémon Go, the free to play mobile app has a name that totally fits my blog theme Go!

This giant rock is a PokéStop! 

So of course I have to share my exploit playing this craze that has taken over the world with a blink of an eye. It's got me walking to work more and using words and terms like "evolve," "XP," and "Gotcha!" more often.

"The Three Graces Fountain" by Gerald Gladstone

My history with Pokémon ? Flashback to when my kids were little girls watching the Pokémon cartoons on tv ---  it had me wishing I had my own Mr. Mime to help me do housework just like the mom of Ash Ketchum! And of course the Pokémon card collection as well as Pikachu merchandise from t-shirts, caps, movies to plushies that said "Pika Pika, Pikachu!" 10 million different ways!




Now Pokémon Go has given us an opportunity to experience this reality game as a family. The kids are grown up now and it's their turn to teach us tricks on how to play and catch those Pokémon! I have heard some of my friends find it easier to get their kids to come along for a car ride or a walk because it will bring them to PokéStops. 

Metal sculpture at the Toronto Botanical Gardens

 The PokéStops are a joy to find, just like a scavenger hunt. One tries to find them to collect more Pokéballs and items. If you take the time to appreciate where it is, you discover they are actual spots where you discover art work or landmarks in malls, parks, churches and many more places. You can walk, bike or even drive to these spots and get the chance to catch a new creature.

Gothic stone archway on Yonge & College

Currently I am a Level 14 with about 50 types of Pokémon registered in my Pokédex. My advise to those playing the game  --- get your butts off the couch, walk your way to health and discover people and places all around you.Give it a try, those adorable Pokémon creatures will get you hooked. See you in the next PokéStop ---- Gotcha!

Let's Go Appreciate --- Eyes to the Sky

Another great morning for a walk! Temperature was 13-16 C and not so windy as I stepped into the street in my 6 year old brown Chucks. (Did you know that Converse is a subsidiary of Nike since 2003?) I still love mine, so comfy to walk in and light on the feet.

With Canada Day long weekend coming up soon, let me take some time to appreciate Toronto. People like me who walk in the morning come from a melting pot of migrants from all over the world. Toronto loves to celebrate its many diverse festivals and events.

Great street district markers

Flags

                                               
Keeping my eyesight towards the sky, I enjoy the splashes of color from the hanging pots of flowers and some urban art makes the walk uplifting as well, if you know where to look.

Cascade of flowers

I spy with my naked eye .....

There is a lot more to see but I took time to enjoy it than take photos. Come take the walk with me, you will be pleasantly surprised by this city called Toronto!

Let's Go --- Walking on the Bright Side

Can you believe it's been nearly three years since I began blogging about my attempts of walking to work from my TTC subway stop? I wish I could share a success story, complete with the before and after photos of a new slim and trim me. Sorry to disappoint, but that's not how it rolled.

Instead life happened and with that the opportunity to walk was replaced by the need to get to work sooner. But the good news is I have started walking again, trying a new route so here are some new insights and observations.

The new route brings me out on Bloor Street and the first things I see are the condos being built everywhere. Looking up there is The One. Look down and I get to experience the pedestrian scramble when prompted by the words "walk sign is on for all crossings."

Pedestrian scramble!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This might be The One!

As I cross over to my chosen sidewalk, I turn up the music in my ears. Music selection is determined by my mood, but mostly jazz, 80's, disco, rock and pop. My trek brings me close to higher end stores that try to entice me with their latest fashion. The early birds distract me from my day dreaming. On some days, I cross over to St. Basil's Catholic Parish for a quick prayer or two!                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

My sacred space of meditation.

  

Rock doves doing their own walk.

More pictures and observations next time. And this is my third week walking, life is good!
 

With You, Near Journey’s End

                                

                             

It breaks my heart to see you like this

In pain, so much pain  ---

How I wish I could make it go away! 

Feeling useless each time the pain overcomes,

Take it all, what little comfort I could give you!

Let me gently wipe your brow, your nose, your lips

Refresh you with cool drinks and wrap you in soft blankets.

Cajole you to take one more bite, one more sip ...

I hide my tears of helplessness from you

Is there naught I can do to make you feel better?

I run at the first beckon of your bell, 

Let me be your hands, your feet, your strength.

Please silence your constant apologies and repeated thanks.

All I do is because of love for you,

For you are a lady of so much loveliness and grace!

Thank you for the many times your life’s path crossed with ours,

Even across the miles we felt you near us always

Your visits and thoughtfulness are forever etched in our hearts.

We hold dear your guidance and care in our times of joy and sorrow

You enriched us in your love a million times over!

As the time draws near, I treasure our final times together

Stolen moments of joy, your smiles, your kindness and love.

For now, I hold your hand and kiss your brow near journey’s end.

Be brave, good & faithful servant

For He our Lord, will hold you in His arms and take you Home, at journey’s end!

Let's Go Enjoy the BuskerFest!

This summer of 2014 is almost over but I'm not ready to let it go yet! Just right in my work backyard of downtown Toronto, so many exciting events are going on.

Just on this last weekend of August,   there is still time to experience a world class street festival, BuskerFest is here!

Silver Elvis suddenly gyrates into action.

Buskerfest, is an annual event that brings the busy downtown Yonge Street neighborhood into life. This new location for lively and colorful street entertainment is also a fund raising event for Epilepsy Toronto. It should be called "fun-raising!"

Wind her up!

Despite the sudden downpour on its first day, many people still came down for some enjoyment.  How can you resist the many food stalls, clothing and souvenirs interspersed with the buskers doing their thing!





 

Eaton Chelsea is on of the proud sponsors of this event. The delicious grilled cheese sandwiches hits the right spot!

 Living and working in a big city does have its benefits. This is one of the places where you can welcome many visitors to Canada in one of the world's largest backyards!

Let's Go Keep in Step - Week 3

The month of August has just begun and I am in the 3rd week of my walking journal.. Here is this week's compilation.

Week 3, Day 1 - Fresh week for walking! It was drizzling but I still decided to do my walk. One of the first buildings I pass by is the art-deco style College Park building. It was the original shopping complex of the Eaton family before Eaton Centre.
Surprisingly, many people were still walking despite the rain.Couldn't time myself accurately today as I forgot my cellphone at home!

College Park - closest subway stop to work

Found on the walls of this Art-Deco building

Week 3, Day 2 - Decided to count Japanese restaurants today. From the corner of Gerrard/Yonge to Yonge/Bloor, you can easily have your pick from the 11 (going on 12) sushi places! Not far behind are Chinese/Asian and Korean restaurants, Mexican, and Shawarma/Gyro places. There were at least 2 McDonald's, 2 Subway Restaurants and other fastfood places. You definitely will not go hungry in this short stretch of Yonge! Walking outfit: Fila moisture dry shirt (recommend this) and yoga pants. Walking time: 17 minutes. Today's result: built up a hungry appetite!


Week 3, Day 3 - Busy day at work so wasn't able to leave early. Fortunately, it didn't rain until I got home. Walked on the east side of Yonge St for a change. Today's observation: hand holding is still in; girl and girl; boy and boy; boy and girl; young & old and probably other combinations I didn't see.Saw a girl with a new tattoo all over her whole back, it was taped over with clear tape and cling wrap so couldn't see the design, not for me! Walking time: 16 minutes, yes!!!

 Week 3, Day 4 - Brain-tired today and took a rest from walking. Needed to get home from work to work from home (go figure!)
Here is a photo I took yesterday of one way to be a walking advertisement. This lady walks along Yonge with an A&W flag stuck to a harness-like thing on her back as she gives away A&W discount coupons.
Better than dressing in a lobster suit in the summer heat!

 Week 3, Day 5 - Did the walk this morning to make up for yesterday. Made very good time as the street was free of people. It is a long weekend (Civic Holiday) so most people have probably taken the day off. Had planned to walk in the afternoon too but it began to rain cows and carabaos! Will go to the newly opened Toronto Premium Outlet tomorrow and checking out all the stores will be my exercise. Have a great and enjoyable long weekend to my Canadian friends!

Let's Go - Keep On Walking!

 Here is Week 2 of what is becoming my walking journal. For the newcomers to my blog, I began last week to walk from work to a major subway stop mainly for exercise and reduce frustration in trying to get on a TTC subway train during rush hour. 

My nearest subway stop from work is College, 2 stops away from the major intersecting stop, Yonge/Bloor. Waiting to get on a train at College can take from 15-25 minutes during rush hour. Five fully packed trains can pass you by before you get on one that you can barely squeeze into! Normally, I hold my breath to avoid unpleasant smells prevalent when in very close proximity to strangers. Add a quick wish that there will be no subway delays!

I must say, walking to the same stop (Yonge/Bloor) has more benefits right now than taking the train. I get to enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise, get time to un-clutter my mind and observe my surroundings. I never realized my daily posting on Facebook would also give enjoyment to others who read them. So, I will collate my weekly FB posts into a weekly blog. Here we go! 

Walking towards Yonge/Bloor - destination Bay building where the subway stop is located.

 Week 2, Day 1 - Had nice cool weather for walking, finally! Unusual sighting today: young girl chatting and sitting on the sidewalk with a homeless man. Discussing thoughts on life? Weird sighting: woman sporting a fake mustache and trying to look nonchalant about it. Completed walk in 17 minutes, yay!

Week 2, Day 2 - Not a lot of interesting things to see today during my walk. Did see one woman awkwardly trying to walk home with a 40" Bravia TV by herself. Good luck with that! Tried on my new Brooks moisture wick t-shirt. Helped to keep me feeling cool a bit as the material is light and thin but it's just a plainly styled shirt. Today's time: 18 minutes.

Week 2, Day 3 - Started out a bit later than usual to finish something at work. Walked in my work clothes but wore my runners. The weather was a tad chilly Noticed the "Because I Am A Girl" volunteers were all over the street again. Suddenly came across a group of guys dressed up as Captain America and some other Avengers. Need more muscles to fill out the costumes though. But I prefer them to adults who wear shorts with pockets longer than their shorts or wear pants that are falling to the ground. Where are the fashion police? Forgot to check my walking time! Must be between 18 - 20 minutes.

Week 2, Day 4 - First of all, I want to send a big shout out to all those taking time to read, like, comment and encourage me on my mini project --- THANK YOU!!! I will continue on my walks and news snippets and let's see if anything fruitful comes from this. It must be a week for costumes, I saw a guy dressed up in a Brazilian flag, sporting a feather mohawk on his head (had Brazil written on one side and some player's name on the other, Falcao? not sure). Today's outfit:cotton tank top and shorts. Weather: cool & breezy. Walking time: 19 minutes.

So far, it takes me from 17 - 20 minutes to get here. In those doors then down to the subway.

 Week 2, Day 5 - Shook things up a bit and decided to walk in the morning and reversed route from Yonge/Bloor to Gerrard. Good to see the same thing from another perspective. Sidewalk had less trash, less people traffic, couple of joggers, same homeless old guy in his corner. Spotted some job postings in a food place and in a store selling "girlie" stuff, anyone up for those? Weather: cool air, not muggy. Outfit: MPG shirt and yoga pants. Shirt was soft on skin and moisture absorbing. (Forgot to add, Walking time: 17 minutes)

(Delayed post due to Friday night frolics, another type of 'lakad' (walk) but that's another story!) Until next week ....... peace!

Let's Go For a Walk!

This week, I decided to stay true to my resolution and walk from work (Yonge & Gerrard) to Yonge and Bloor. It's already mid-July and about time to make this happen.

So Monday afternoon, I began my walk for exercise. The following are my posts on Facebook.

Day 1 - Will walk to Yonge- Bloor after work for exercise. Today took 20 minutes because my legs hurt from gardening this weekend. Hopefully I will walk faster in a few weeks.

I usually see this double-decker tour bus when I leave promptly at 5:00 pm.

  Day 2 - 20 minutes walk again to Yonge & Bloor. Note to self: remember to bring the water bottle! It was a humid and sticky day but the street was alive with people enjoying the sun.

 Day 3 - Extreme Heat alert yesterday. Was down with a migraine and stayed home.

Day 4 - Back on the street. Things of interest: 1very big black service dog in training making friends with a woman; 2 street people trying to cool off by just sitting and chillin' on the curb and 6 young women spreading the word about Because I Am A Girl in the hot weather. Shaved 2 minutes off my time today, only took 18 minutes despite heat and waiting for crossing lights to turn green!

Street sign only on Wellesley and Yonge.

 Day 5 - TGIF! Left the office on the dot as the news said it was going to rain. Walked briskly but stopped to take some random photos (to be downloaded later). Even saw a pair of shoes abandoned on the street! Someone must have wanted to air their tootsies! Walk took 19 minutes today. Happy weekend!

Let's Go Beat the Heat!

We are in the midst of glorious summer days! Too bad that we are also getting hit with pretty intense heat waves. Nonetheless, I still love summer despite the heat.

So what can you do to beat the heat? Here are some possibilities:

 1. It's the perfect excuse to indulge in a Timmy's Iced Cappuccino! Or ice cream sundae or whatever cool dessert you have in mind!

2. Cool off in a swimming pool. You can go to a local YMCA or catch up with a friend who conveniently has access to a pool ;)

3. Go mall shopping and keep cool in the air-conditioned shops while finding the best summer outfits!

4. Speaking of outfits, now is the time to wear your fabulous finds, trendy shorts, tank tops or comfy summer dresses.

5. Water your plants and cool off under the sprinklers at the same time!

6. Eat food that doesn't require much cooking and slaving over the stove. Try some light salads and sandwiches and fruits to make you feel cool as a cucumber!

7. Travel to a cool destination --- maybe some exotic island or go to the beaches area nearest you.

8. Watch the latest movie flick or musical. For sure, the theater will be a cool place to be and be seen.






 9. Stay at home and lounge in your pj's all day! Or enjoy a bath or shower!
10. Hang out with cool friends and you'll surely forget there is even a heat wave!

Go and enjoy your summer!

Let's Go Enjoy My Favorite Things

"Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens,  Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings, These are a few of my favorite things." 

(Lyrics from My Favorite Things, Sound of Music)

I probably wouldn't consider all those things in the song as my favorite things but enjoying my favorite things on my birthday was a good start to making it a special day. This year, I opted for a simple family lunch at home with my family. Thanks to the grilling expertise of my hubby, we were able to enjoy steak and large prawns. Top that with a delicious cheesecake and my day was made.!

 I also received wonderful presents like an original painting and makeup from my daughters, lilies from my sister, and lots of birthday greetings from good friends and family.  I enjoyed a movie date with my husband and spend quality time with our granddaughter. My favorite things may be simple ones but I wouldn't trade them for fancier things even if I had the chance! Would you?

Let's Go Remember Daddy

There's a hole in my heart that I can't fill. I've had my many cries and periods of sadness and still the pain is there. You see, my daddy passed away almost a month ago and I will never be the same. (It has been 2 years since this post came out).

The last time I saw him was in December 2010 when my family made a special trip just to visit him in his pastoral community. It was a real eye opener as I saw my father happily living in very squalid surroundings, with children chanting his name as he walked past, and seeing him take the time to talk and play with them. To them, he was their pastor, grandfather/father, a person they could easily approach for help.

I have many memories of my daddy, happy ones, some painful ones. When I was still a young child, I remember being made to recite a poem in Spanish to guests and visitors even if I didn't want to. I remember trips to the barber and coming home with a bottle of Horlicks to share with my sisters. Once when it was my birthday, he bought me a chocolate cake because I did not like the butter cake that he first got for me. But there was also another birthday when he apologized to me because we couldn't afford to celebrate. He would always go to work very early that we would be one of the first students dropped off at school. When he was home on weekends, he would turn on the tv and the radio at the same time, then go to sleep. If you turned them off he would wake up. I did not like his temper but it was part of who he was. I knew when he called me Ramona that I was in big trouble! But he would also call me to sit beside him while he watched tv and ask, "Who does daddy love?" And I would dutifully answer,"Me."

When I was looking for my first job, he drove me to the office a day before my interview to make sure that it was a safe place and so that I would not get lost. He would drive me to work and taught me to respect and give importance to the little people. When I had started my own family, he would come and visit his granddaughters with little treats. Our communication lessened after I migrated from my homeland but always had news from and about him through my sister.

He had many jobs but he always told me he was a salesman at heart. Who would have known that he found the greatest joy in "selling" the word of God? "God is the best boss of all, he said. So I guess, I shouldn't have been surprised that he found his happiness at last. He was always generous and wanted to share with others. He had told me on my last visit that whatever he had belonged to his church. Whatever I gave him became theirs as well.

Thank you Daddy for all that you have done for me. I am not a famous person nor a big boss of some company but because of you, I have a good education and believe I can be what I want to be. Because of you I work hard and do my job honestly. Because of you I always try to be humble and appreciate other people's worth. Because of you I will try to be more selfless and caring.

I stand corrected. I do not have a hole in my heart. I have a special place in my heart reserved just for my daddy and it is heavy because it is full of the many memories of him that I will always treasure. I love you Daddy, I am proud to be your daughter.

Let's Go Start A New Job!

March is here and I am beginning the countdown to spring and a new job. Yes, finally I have found the perfect fit for my skills and interests and I am really looking forward to my new job downtown. In it, I will be able to use my knowledge and  experience but also have an opportunity to learn new things and meet new people.

The search is over. No more job fairs to attend and resumes to send out. No more waiting for the e-mail or phone call to snag the interview. Frowns over rejections have turned into pleased smiles. I had forgotten the feeling of starting on a new endeavor, like a new school year for students or a  new business venture for an entrepreneur. You get an adrenalin shot that makes you feel giddy, excited, a little bit nervous, but definitely happy. Synonymous with spring, starting a new job gives you the sense of starting off fresh and anticipating new experiences.


In preparation for this job, I have tried to learn more about the company I will be joining and internalize their motto. After all, I am now part of their team. I think this will help me to understand my role in the whole scheme of things. I also spent some time brushing up on the technical skills that may have gone rusty. It is fortunate that I was able to volunteer in the past months and avoid turning my brain into mush.

The best part about preparing for the new job is creating and updating my wardrobe. Hurray, I have a very good reason to go shopping! This has also given me the kick to get rid of clothes I have been keeping around for a long time. Now is the time to be ruthless and get rid of it if it hasn't been used in ages. Shopping for the "look" I want to project is a mini project in itself. Finding the right clothes, hunting for the shoes that fit, making repairs and alterations, all these have been keeping me busy. 

A new job is a great excuse to go shopping!

In retrospect, I will miss my quiet mornings at home with little interruptions. I could read my book, write down my thoughts, watch my TV shows, eat when I wanted and enjoy the peace and silence. The hiatus from work did me good. It re-focused my goals, gave me time to try things I was always too busy for and made me know myself. Now, I am ready to get back in the hustle and bustle of things. In a few more weeks, I will rejoin the ranks of the employed, with a spring in my step and a smile on my lips!

Let's Go Be a Dragon!

According to the Chinese calendar, 2012 is the Year of the Black Water Dragon and luckily I was also born in the Year of the Dragon. So generally, this year should be a good year, specially for me and all other fellow dragons. Now is the time to take advantage of this good fortune.


So like this divine beast of the east,we should harness all the good dragon characteristics and channel them into something good and useful. Good fortune for me is not only the financial aspect but also good health, love and life. Passion is one thing I know I have once I am doing something I like. I will most certainly throw my heart and soul in to a project or activity and make it a masterpiece. No half-baked job will do!What I sometimes forget is that not everyone thinks the way I do and I must control my short-temper. Time for me to target the many projects on the back burner so I can complete them successfully.

Bravery is an admirable trait we should develop further. I know that I can always dig down deep and face the challenges that are before me.We'll never know unless we give it a try. Time to take bigger risks and enjoy that rush of adrenalin. I need me a nice juicy challenge to sink my teeth into and bring out the warrior in me, ROAR! As my high school batch motto says, "Dare to Be Different!"

And this leads be to another dragon trait which is being innovative. When creativity calls, I have to answer with a "yes". Be it baking a cake, sewing a scarf or decorating a room, I tend to drop everything and follow my heart. This gives me a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.

To some, the quest to be perfect, bold and unique may be daunting tasks but to a dragon like me, it is a thrilling challenge to pursue and conquer. Long live the Dragon!

Let's Go Make A Fresh Start!

When the New Year comes around, we often think of new beginnings and making New Year's resolutions. However, did you pause to think about whatever happened to the resolutions of the year before? If you are like, you probably forgot what they were already. I think my resolutions in the past years were too vague and all encompassing, like be more helpful, smile more, spend less, eat healthier, etc., but nothing too specific. In the end, nothing got done and I did not accomplish anything at all.

So this year, I will focus on one specific thing. I will de-clutter and reduce build-up of collected things in my house. It may sound easy but this is hard specially if the other people in my house including myself, love to hoard stuff. I like to save things for a rainy day, but when the rain comes, I can't find the stuff! I collected many things that I can't seem to part with because of sentimental reasons. Not anymore, time to cut the cord and clean house! Consider this an early spring cleaning.

Goodbye to the ratty old shirts reserved for sleepwear, I deserve to dream in style! Same thing  goes with the clothes I have been saving for the time  I will lose weight and fit in them again. I will celebrate with new clothes when that happens! Goodbye to the books, magazines and brochures that I saved for my kids assignments. I can't find them when I need it and they print stuff off the Internet anyway! Time to dump gadgets that have not been used in years and probably never will anyway. I will donate or throw away the arts and crafts that I never got around to make. Someone can probably finish them instead of me. No more will I collect tiny objects and cute things that have become dust catchers.

Christmas decor collection grows every year. Time to trim down the collection!

 I know I will be met with some resistance but I will meet this challenge head on! As I work on a cleaning sweep of my house, I hope that getting rid of my material things will open me up to giving more value on the intangibles in life. Instead of collecting material things that take up physical space, I will start a new collection and save them in a spiritual vault. I will start collecting more smiles and laughter from friends and strangers, save up time to give comfort and assistance to others, and increase patience and understanding in times of distress and discomfort. How do I do that? I will spend more quality time with my family and find and join a new volunteer opportunity this year to add to the one I already have.

Well, wish me luck and I hope you find your own resolution that you will find doable and enriching. Happy New Year!

Let's Go Celebrate Christmas!

Christmas is coming!

Many children and adults are already doing a countdown to one of the biggest celebrations of the year. This holiday casts its own magic on people. Somehow people seem nicer, happier, more giving and forgiving. We should remember that there is no Christmas without Christ, he is indeed the reason for the season.

In our own household, we are lucky to renew our joy in Christmas through the fresh eyes of a babe. As we introduce our youngest family member to the customs and traditions we have for this holiday season, we can't help but be excited all over again!

The Christmas tree is up and decorated, the presents are getting wrapped and even the baking is in full swing. We can't seem to get enough of Food for the Gods, a favourite holiday sweet! We smile and feel the love sent our way through the Christmas cards and letters in the mail.

However you plan to spend this special occasion, do remember that the spirit of giving is not just expressed by material presents. We can give our time and talents to help others, give cheer to the old and lonely, and make someone happy by remembering them. So go and celebrate, give thanks for all your blessings and keep the real meaning of Christmas alive. Have a Merry and Blessed Christmas!

Let's Go Find Some Passion!

Hah, gotcha there!

Nope, this is not an x-rated article but some rambling thoughts on my journey to finding myself. One would think that having time is all it takes to discover what you really want to do. This year gave me more time to think things over and maybe discover a new career but I must say that I still have not found "it."
 

I have started on the domestic route, trying to tap my inner housewife skills. I loved to bake and decorate cakes years ago and tried to see if I could get into this again. My first test was decorating a cake using fondant icing. Though it was fun and enjoyable to make, I don't think I will  make a career of it. So cross that off the list!

Being a writer is another thing I thought I was passionate about. I was all fueled-up working on my Info Barrel articles at first. Then I had a brain drain and seems that my efforts haven't reached the $10.00 mark yet. I haven't given up, but it sure sucks that my almost finished book is lost in cyber limbo and I don't know how to get it back. I will revisit this endeavor another time when I am in a better mood to start from scratch!

In the recent years, I had discovered that I did enjoy creating personal home movies. Meeting the technical challenges was satisfying and getting good feedback from friends and family was heartening. I should make a note to self to explore this further and replace a stolen video cam in the process.

At present, I am trying my hand at sewing and surprisingly finding myself fairly good at  it. Is this "the" passion I am looking for? Will this be my new career? It is too soon to tell but it sure is fun going to my lessons and finding something that I am good at. Maybe this is one piece of the puzzle and I have to continue on my journey to find the other pieces.

I did learn that in the journey to find one's passion, you have to take risks: financial, emotional, physical, etc. and really throw yourself into the trying stage. And take everything with a grain of salt. It does hurt to know you are not the greatest at something but at least you know you tried. And get some humour out of it by laughing at yourself. Someone did say that laughter is the best medicine!

My search for passion is still very much alive. Maybe someone can give me a boost or send some suggestions my way. I am willing to give reasonable ideas a try. So what are you waiting for? Maybe you will be the one to help me complete the puzzle!