Friday, January 17, 2014

Rejoice and Ignore the Noise!

An article for the JUMP Series of the Makati Feast. Enjoy reading! :)

In a world where confusion and chaos are everywhere, it is a challenge to embrace silence. When our hearts are filled with fear and minds clouded with doubt, will hope still abound? In such a disturbing situation, the greatest consolation we have is we can always “Rejoice in the hope of the glory of God,” and “God clearly knows His plans for us.” We should never underestimate the power of hope, as this is where successful people come from.

How difficult is it to live a future full of hope? It is a challenge we face because of the different kinds of “barking dogs” which surround our life. We are afraid of people’s opinion and we can’t achieve our dreams because we think of what they will say. Never try to be someone you are not, the only way you can inspire others is by being yourself. There are also uncontrollable frustrations after falling for several times, so it is hard to get up and try. Focus on your past and be paralyzed, focus on your future and be inspired. The key is to envision what you want to become.

Have you ever been surrounded by people who can’t see the beauty in anything? These barking dogs are the negative people or dream stealers. Be with people who have that zest and passion for life, then you will imbibe the same outlook and hope. Your past failures may also hinder you, but just because you failed in the past doesn’t mean you will fall again. When you feel things are falling apart, that means things are falling into place. Should it fail, then it is an opportunity to learn. Someday those biggest problems will become your biggest blessings.

Surely the barking dogs, feeling of fear, inferiority, and hopelessness are inevitable. Don’t stop at every dog that barks, just keep on walking, ignoring the noise, and listening to God’s voice. There will come a day when you will just laugh at your problems. Then we can say: “it is possible to rejoice in the midst of all tribulations, because our hope coming from God springs eternal.” 

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

30 things to stop doing to yourself

When you stop chasing the wrong things you give
the right things a chance to catch you.
As Maria Robinson once said, “Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”  Nothing could be closer to the truth.  But before you can begin this process of transformation you have to stop doing the things that have been holding you back.
Here are some ideas to get you started:
  1. Stop spending time with the wrong people. – Life is too short to spend time with people who suck the happiness out of you.  If someone wants you in their life, they’ll make room for you.  You shouldn’t have to fight for a spot.  Never, ever insist yourself to someone who continuously overlooks your worth.  And remember, it’s not the people that stand by your side when you’re at your best, but the ones who stand beside you when you’re at your worst that are your true friends.
  2. Stop running from your problems. – Face them head on.  No, it won’t be easy.  There is no person in the world capable of flawlessly handling every punch thrown at them.  We aren’t supposed to be able to instantly solve problems.  That’s not how we’re made.  In fact, we’re made to get upset, sad, hurt, stumble and fall.  Because that’s the whole purpose of living – to face problems, learn, adapt, and solve them over the course of time.  This is what ultimately molds us into the person we become.
  3. Stop lying to yourself. – You can lie to anyone else in the world, but you can’t lie to yourself.  Our lives improve only when we take chances, and the first and most difficult chance we can take is to be honest with ourselves.  Read The Road Less Traveled.
  4. Stop putting your own needs on the back burner. – The most painful thing is losing yourself in the process of loving someone too much, and forgetting that you are special too.  Yes, help others; but help yourself too.  If there was ever a moment to follow your passion and do something that matters to you, that moment is now.
  5. Stop trying to be someone you’re not. – One of the greatest challenges in life is being yourself in a world that’s trying to make you likeeveryone else.  Someone will always be prettier, someone will always be smarter, someone will always be younger, but they will never be you.  Don’t change so people will like you.  Be yourself and the right people will love the real you.
  6. Stop trying to hold onto the past. – You can’t start the next chapter of your life if you keep re-reading your last one.
  7. Stop being scared to make a mistake. – Doing something and getting it wrong is at least ten times more productive than doing nothing.  Every success has a trail of failures behind it, and every failure is leading towards success.  You end up regretting the things you did NOT do far more than the things you did.
  8. Stop berating yourself for old mistakes. – We may love the wrong person and cry about the wrong things, but no matter how things go wrong, one thing is for sure, mistakes help us find the person and things that are right for us.  We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past.  But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future.  Every single thing that has ever happened in your life is preparing you for a moment that is yet to come.
  9. Stop trying to buy happiness. – Many of the things we desire are expensive.  But the truth is, the things that really satisfy us are totally free – love, laughter and working on our passions.
  10. Stop exclusively looking to others for happiness. – If you’re not happy with who you are on the inside, you won’t be happy in a long-term relationship with anyone else either.  You have to create stability in your own life first before you can share it with someone else.  Read Stumbling on Happiness.
  11. Stop being idle. – Don’t think too much or you’ll create a problem that wasn’t even there in the first place.  Evaluate situations and take decisive action.  You cannot change what you refuse to confront.  Making progress involves risk.  Period!  You can’t make it to second base with your foot on first.
  12. Stop thinking you’re not ready. – Nobody ever feels 100% ready when an opportunity arises.  Because most great opportunities in life force us to grow beyond our comfort zones, which means we won’t feel totally comfortable at first.
  13. Stop getting involved in relationships for the wrong reasons. – Relationships must be chosen wisely.  It’s better to be alone than to be in bad company.  There’s no need to rush.  If something is meant to be, it will happen – in the right time, with the right person, and for the best reason. Fall in love when you’re ready, not when you’re lonely.
  14. Stop rejecting new relationships just because old ones didn’t work. – In life you’ll realize that there is a purpose for everyone you meet.  Some will test you, some will use you and some will teach you.  But most importantly, some will bring out the best in you.
  15. Stop trying to compete against everyone else. – Don’t worry about what others are doing better than you.  Concentrate on beating your own records every day.  Success is a battle between YOU and YOURSELF only.
  16. Stop being jealous of others. – Jealousy is the art of counting someone else’s blessings instead of your own.  Ask yourself this:  “What’s something I have that everyone wants?”
  17. Stop complaining and feeling sorry for yourself. – Life’s curveballs are thrown for a reason – to shift your path in a direction that is meant for you.  You may not see or understand everything the moment it happens, and it may be tough.  But reflect back on those negative curveballs thrown at you in the past.  You’ll often see that eventually they led you to a better place, person, state of mind, or situation.  So smile!  Let everyone know that today you are a lot stronger than you were yesterday, and you will be.
  18. Stop holding grudges. – Don’t live your life with hate in your heart.  You will end up hurting yourself more than the people you hate.  Forgiveness is not saying, “What you did to me is okay.”  It is saying, “I’m not going to let what you did to me ruin my happiness forever.”  Forgiveness is the answer… let go, find peace, liberate yourself!  And remember, forgiveness is not just for other people, it’s for you too.  If you must, forgive yourself, move on and try to do better next time.
  19. Stop letting others bring you down to their level. – Refuse to lower your standards to accommodate those who refuse to raise theirs.
  20. Stop wasting time explaining yourself to others. – Your friends don’t need it and your enemies won’t believe it anyway.  Just do what you know in your heart is right.
  21. Stop doing the same things over and over without taking a break. – The time to take a deep breath is when you don’t have time for it.  If you keep doing what you’re doing, you’ll keep getting what you’re getting.  Sometimes you need to distance yourself to see things clearly.
  22. Stop overlooking the beauty of small moments. – Enjoy the little things, because one day you may look back and discover they were the big things.  The best portion of your life will be the small, nameless moments you spend smiling with someone who matters to you.
  23. Stop trying to make things perfect. – The real world doesn’t reward perfectionists, it rewards people who get things done.  Read Getting Things Done.
  24. Stop following the path of least resistance. – Life is not easy, especially when you plan on achieving something worthwhile.  Don’t take the easy way out.  Do something extraordinary.
  25. Stop acting like everything is fine if it isn’t. – It’s okay to fall apart for a little while.  You don’t always have to pretend to be strong, and there is no need to constantly prove that everything is going well.  You shouldn’t be concerned with what other people are thinking either – cry if you need to – it’s healthy to shed your tears.  The sooner you do, the sooner you will be able to smile again.
  26. Stop blaming others for your troubles. – The extent to which you can achieve your dreams depends on the extent to which you take responsibility for your life.  When you blame others for what you’re going through, you deny responsibility – you give others power over that part of your life.
  27. Stop trying to be everything to everyone. – Doing so is impossible, and trying will only burn you out.  But making one person smile CAN change the world.  Maybe not the whole world, but their world.  So narrow your focus.
  28. Stop worrying so much. – Worry will not strip tomorrow of its burdens, it will strip today of its joy.  One way to check if something is worth mulling over is to ask yourself this question: “Will this matter in one year’s time?  Three years?  Five years?”  If not, then it’s not worth worrying about.
  29. Stop focusing on what you don’t want to happen. – Focus on what you do want to happen.  Positive thinking is at the forefront of every great success story.  If you awake every morning with the thought that something wonderful will happen in your life today, and you pay close attention, you’ll often find that you’re right.
  30. Stop being ungrateful. – No matter how good or bad you have it, wake up each day thankful for your life.  Someone somewhere else is desperately fighting for theirs.  Instead of thinking about what you’re missing, try thinking about what you have that everyone else is missing.
From: http://www.bspcn.com/2012/02/03/30-things-to-stop-doing-to-yourself/

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

She Is Fire. You Are Ice. And You Are Afraid That Her Slow Burn Will Smolder Your Cool, Hard Demeanor.

Delete her number.
Stop ringing her. Stop messaging her. Stop making excuses to see her, to drop by her place.
Erase her name from memory. Remove yourself from her life, more completely than you would like but as completely as she deserves. Move on, so that you can allow her to also move on. When you close your eyes, you don’t get to see her face. Not anymore. You don’t get to think about her lips, the warm glow of her skin when she rests next to you, or how she squeezes your hand in her sleep. You are not allowed to remember the smell of her perfume, that she only drinks mint tea (with two dollops of honey), or that she loves you.
She loves you.
She has been in love with you for too long.
So, forget how she says your name. Forget how she calls your name. Forget how she screams your name. Forget that time you got sick and she stayed up with you all night, letting you lay your head in her lap and holding a cold compress to your forehead. Forget how her hair feels in your fingers. Forget how she looks in your sweatshirts.
Forget her.
Know only that she existed at one point in your life, but relinquish all hope that she could exist at another point — sometime in the future that you are unwilling to specify because you don’t know what you want. Yet. It is not fair for you to swoop in and out of her life as you choose. It is not fair for you to say that you are satisfied with “things as they are” and you will have time to “figure it out” later. Let her stop investing emotionally in you. Let her pour that love and care into the people who deserve her.
Don’t tell her that you think about her all the time. Don’t tell her that it bothers you to hear about her with other people, but that you’re willing to understand as long as she likes you more than them. Don’t tell her that this isn’t the right moment but that there will be a right moment. There is not going to be a right moment. She shouldn’t have to wait for the right moment.
Don’t tell her that you can’t handle ultimatums, that you don’t like the idea of finally adding finality to your relationship — whatever still remains of it.
What you are telling her is that you want to keep her on as an option, that you are taking her for granted, that you want to know she will be there, that you can depend on her at the end of the day. When you find that no one else has stuck around or that those who have are less interesting, less thoughtful, or less doggedly loyal to you.
Doggedly loyal to you.
That is what she has been to you, for you almost as long as you have known her: a constant emotional crutch, the guarantee of stability, a safety net while you reachvout to grasp objects that sparkle and shine far greater than she does. All that glitters is not gold, haven’t you heard?
She is fire. You are ice, and you are afraid that her slow burn will smolder your cool, hard demeanor. That’s what has driven your decisions, your actions all along: fear. You are a coward. You are a hypocrite. You are terrified to let her go, but you are afraid she is too good for you, that she could drive you wild, that you would choke on her flames. That she is too much for you to handle right now.
Right now.
But if you choose not to love her now, you can’t choose to love her later. 

from: http://thoughtcatalog.com/stephanie-karina/2014/01/she-is-fire-you-are-ice-and-you-are-afraid-that-her-slow-burn-will-smolder-your-cool-hard-demeanor/

Adios 2013! 2014: Unfolding of New Beginnings!

Adios 2013!
2014: Unfolding of New Beginnings

With the changing of calendars and the flooding of new year posts and messages, it was once again proven how time swiftly flies. Once again, another year has just passed and we bid goodbye to the year that was- 2013. Saying farewell to 2013 surely brought mixed emotions within everyone, for surely, there are both good and bad memories that we will remember when we think of 2013. Nevertheless, as we want to welcome 2014 with optimism and cheerfulness, we bring with us happy memories and simply learn from the bad ones.

Indeed, I will never forget my year 2013- marking the 23rd year of my existence and my fourth year of stay in the school where I am currently employed. There are a lot of major life decisions which I have to make- some which are painstaking, yet had to be done for liberating oneself. I thank God that He is always with me in every undertaking. There were times when I was about to give up, let loose, and question him why things always do not go the way I want them to be. But at the end of the day, He held on me tighter, whispering that His ways and plans are ALWAYS for the best.  So I am grateful for all the adversities which came my way, for my character is strengthened than ever.

Allow me to look back at the year that was, and journey once again to my ever memorable 2013, which I shall call: the year of taking chances. J

January:
- I celebrated my 23rd birthday. Yehey! It was the first time I cooked meals for my family and friends. What’s on the menu? Carbonara, Lumpia, Graham Cake, Caldereta, and Pork Asado
- Goodbye Mr. December. All things happen for a reason. (There are people who are not meant for you. Brave girl moving on.) :D

February:
-          Another dateless Valentine! Hahaha.
-          Met someone from our church group. It was shortwhile. Yeah. Dot dot dot.
-          Watched Oz the Great. Ahem. L

March:
-          Interview and Exam at Don Bosco. (Didn’t push through with this, though)
-          Grade 6 Graduation. I’m the Class Adviser. Yay. Nyay. Lol. (Stress level increasing)
-          Book Launching of Author’s Club. Yay. Nyay. (Stress Level 97)
-          Bump into someone I should not meet again. (Mr. CM, it’s you, AGAIN?)
April
-          Bataan outing with WR colleagues.
-          Bye Liyah. (Moving to a new school) L
-          Hello MJ! (And I met you somewhere in Makati ;) )
-          3 day Ilocos Tour with Papa and Allen! Hooraayyy!

May

-          Free IronMan movie with Aaaaaa. (Thank you IMAX! Hehehehe)
-          Hi Kat! Realizations came in and sank in!
-          The confession. L L L Finally, after three years.
-          At Megamall. Hmmm. (Shall we give it a try?)
-          Epic. (It was Epic, indeed.) H H! :P
-          Star Trek with Thana boys. J

June
-          I’m a Grade 5 Reading Teacher.
-          Hi Cadbury. You’re as big as a notebook. Welcome back. Hohoh.
-          Superman, you are so SUPER. J
-          Welcome back Natzzzz!
-          World War Z instead of Despicable Meee!

July
-          Yahoo OMG awards- with Dina, Kat, and Aya.
-          My broken dreams, my shattered heart. I mend it on the shelf. L Ouch. It really hurts. Bye bye?
-          Mending, mending, healing, and moving forward… on my own.

August
-          Let’s give it a try J

September
-          Happy 1st!
-          Research stress! Argh.

October
-          Fiesta with Liyah. And Moises. And Elaine.
-          Happy Birthday Gigoy. At Shakeys. J
-          JPF. Career move. So help me God!
-          Sembreak. Batangas escapade!

November
-          Enrollment! Prayers do come true! I was able to enrol my last subject! Hooray!
-          Waiting for the sembreak. Hihihihi.
-          From China: Hello Matteo!
-          Bonding with Magel and Alex at Trinoma. J
-          CG Apprentice at the Feast. Big break! Amen! J

December
-          Hello Moisee Bear! Thank you Moises! <3 span="">
-          Yabu with WR friends!
-          Banapple with Kat. Thanks for the book!
-          Lunch treat at the Chicken Rice Shop, Rob Manila. With Maan, Genelle, and Gian.
-          Christmas bonding with Thana friends. (Bye baby Angel L)
-          Welcome 2014! I cooked Carbonara and Cordon Bleu! Yeyyyy!
Thank you for being with me during 2013. And I do hope, that you will stay with me in the years to come. Let’s all pray for God’s blessings this 2014, and that we continue to keep the faith in our hearts, despite all the trials and tests of time, we remain fervent in our prayers. Surely, there may be times when we are about to give up, but it is when we are at the bottom of the pit when we learn to keep our feet stronghold, and when we unleash the courage hiding in the corners of our heart. May all our heart’s desires come true this 2014, because whatever it is that we ask for in prayer, believe that you will receive it, and it will be given to you!

It is the dawning of a new beginning! Welcome 2014! J It’s the year to fly and soar greater heights!

….that in all things may God be glorified! J












Saturday, November 23, 2013

what happy people do :))))

“Happiness is a habit – cultivate it.” ~ Elbert Hubbard
Happiness is one aspiration all people share. No one wants to be sad and depressed.
We’ve all seen people who are always happy – even amidst agonizing life trials. I’m not saying happy people don’t feel grief, sorrow or sadness; they just don’t let it overtake their life. The following are 21 things happy people make a habit of doing:

1. Appreciate Life
Be thankful that you woke up alive each morning. Develop a childlike sense of wonder towards life. Focus on the beauty of every living thing. Make the most of each day. Don’t take anything for granted. Don’t sweat the small stuff.
2. Choose Friends Wisely
Surround yourself with happy, positive people who share your values and goals. Friends that have the same ethics as you will encourage you to achieve your dreams. They help you to feel good about yourself. They are there to lend a helping hand when needed.
3. Be Considerate
Accept others for who they are as well as where they are in life. Respect them for who they are. Touch them with a kind and generous spirit. Help when you are able, without trying to change the other person. Try to brighten the day of everyone you come into contact with.
4. Learn Continuously
Keep up to date with the latest news regarding your career and hobbies. Try new and daring things that has sparked your interest – such as dancing, skiing, surfing or sky-diving.
5. Creative Problem Solving
Don’t wallow in self-pity. As soon as you face a challenge get busy finding a solution. Don’t let the set backs affect your mood, instead see each new obstacle you face as an opportunity to make a positive change. Learn to trust your gut instincts – it’s almost always right.
6. Do What They Love
Some statistics show that 80% of people dislike their jobs! No wonder there’s so many unhappy people running around. We spend a great deal of our life working. Choose a career that you enjoy – the extra money of a job you detest isn’t worth it. Make time to enjoy your hobbies and pursue special interests.
7. Enjoy Life
Take the time to see the beauty around you. There’s more to life than work. Take time to smell the roses, watch a sunset or sunrise with a loved one, take a walk along the seashore, hike in the woods etc. Learn to live in the present moment and cherish it. Don’t live in the past or the future.
8. Laugh
Don’t take yourself – or life to seriously. You can find humor in just about any situation. Laugh at yourself – no one’s perfect. When appropriate laugh and make light of the circumstances. (Naturally there are times that you should be serious as it would be improper to laugh.)
9. Forgive
Holding a grudge will hurt no one but you. Forgive others for your own peace of mind. When you make a mistake – own up to it – learn from it – and FORGIVE yourself.
10. Gratitude
Develop an attitude of gratitude. Count your blessings; All of them – even the things that seem trivial. Be grateful for your home, your work and most importantly your family and friends. Take the time to tell them that you are happy they are in your life.
11. Invest in Relationships
Always make sure your loved ones know you love them even in times of conflict. Nurture and grow your relationships with your family and friends by making the time to spend with them. Don’t break your promises to them. Be supportive.
12. Keep Their Word
Honesty is the best policy. Every action and decision you make should be based on honesty. Be honest with yourself and with your loved ones.
13. Meditate
Meditation gives your very active brain a rest. When it’s rested you will have more energy and function at a higher level. Types of meditation include yoga, hypnosis, relaxation tapes, affirmations, visualization or just sitting in complete silence. Find something you enjoy and make the time to practice daily.
14. Mind Their Own Business
Concentrate on creating your life the way you want it. Take care of you and your family. Don’t get overly concerned with what other people are doing or saying. Don’t get caught up with gossip or name calling. Don’t judge. Everyone has a right to live their own life the way they want to – including you.
15. Optimism
See the glass as half full. Find the positive side of any given situation. It’s there – even though it may be hard to find. Know that everything happens for a reason, even though you may never know what the reason is. Steer clear of negative thoughts. If a negative thought creeps in – replace it with a positive thought.
16. Love Unconditionally
Accept others for who they are. You don’t put limitations on your love. Even though you may not always like the actions of your loved ones – you continue to love them.
17. Persistence
Never give up. Face each new challenge with the attitude that it will bring you one step closer to your goal. You will never fail, as long as you never give up. Focus on what you want, learn the required skills, make a plan to succeed and take action. We are always happiest while pursuing something of value to us.
18. Be Proactive
Accept what can not be changed. Happy people don’t waste energy on circumstances beyond their control. Accept your limitations as a human being. Determine how you can take control by creating the outcome you desire – rather than waiting to respond.
19. Self Care
Take care of your mind, body and health. Get regular medical check ups. Eat healthy and work out. Get plenty of rest. Drink lots of water. Exercise your mind by continually energizing it with interesting and exciting challenges.
20. Self Confidence
Don’t try to be someone that you’re not. After all no one likes a phony. Determine who you are in the inside – your own personal likes and dislikes. Be confident in who you are. Do the best you can and don’t second guess yourself.
21. Take Responsibility
Happy people know and understand that they are 100% responsible for their life. They take responsibility for their moods, attitude, thoughts, feelings, actions and words. They are the first to admit when they’ve made a mistake.
Begin today by taking responsibility for your happiness. Work on developing these habits as you own. The more you incorporate the above habits into your daily lifestyle – the happier you will be.


Most of all: BE TRUE TO YOURSELF.

Monday, November 4, 2013

I say that I CAN

It's November and lo and behold a month before December, the month we are all waiting for. I love the soothing feeling that Christmas songs bring me, it makes me feel sentimental/ emotional clothe with anticipation. I'm not a kiddo anymore, but most certainly, looking forward to the Yuletide season gives one the vitality and the energy to live on, especially when your brain and body cells are slowly shrinking in number. These months make me feel excited for the year to come, and yes, I claim it that year 2014 is the YEAR of CHANGE.

The Year 2013 started it all when I did one daring and audacious move, one which I kept contemplating whether I'll do it or not for the past two to three years. Much to my amazement, I was able to survive and let it go, even if I was rather dumbfounded and flabbergasted with the results. I did not get what I want, but I just tried to think that I gained more than I lost. Life is too beautiful that I can't afford sulking and crying and fretting over something which I can never have, nor something which I can never rekindle. 2013 being the year of courage enabled me to have grace in defeat, and in the long run, making me reign victorious even then.

And yes, I just did another bold move, which is to finally say "NO" on my job preference form- this time with full conviction. Honestly, I do not know yet where I will go. Who knows where I will be landing next school year. But what is there to fear? The fear of the unknown is something which cowers us humans being; hence, impending our abilities to stretch ourselves to the limits and unleash our potentials. Perhaps this change will be good for me. A change of workplace, culture, people who I will be dealing with- this all means growth. And yes, I embrace and welcome change and growth, which I may never fully have if I remain stuck in the same workplace. I am more excited than fearful, and I am loving the feeling.

I am happy that I am slowly doing things outside my comfort zone. It's true that you can never play it safe in life. Recently, I just experienced selling bags to my friends, relatives, and colleagues, and in less than three weeks time, they're almost sold out! Now I have one more bag left, and I am planning to order and sell bags again. This time, I might even sell bracelets! I also accepted being a Connect Group Apprentice in our church, which means I am being trained to be a leader/mentor to our other worship service attendees. Indeed, life could not get any better than this. I am happy for all the blessings which keep coming my way. If not for the trials which sharpened me before, I would never experience such joy which overflows. Truly, I learned to appreciate life's simply joys and littlest blessings, because I knew how it is to be in terrible and heartbreaking pain.

That in all things God may be glorified. My life is a continuous work in progress. But I fear not because I know I have people who care for me genuinely, I am blessed with so much, and I have a God up there who always lifts me up during my heavy fall. Life may be full of imperfections, but all the more it makes life such a wonder, as I cherish the ups and downs of the roller coaster ride of life. I would make do of what I have, and use the gifts given to me to bless the people around me, and the world. I know, I can do anything. I just have to believe! :)

I welcome all the changes and new things that will happen this 2014. I am most ready. I know, I always CAN. :)

Saturday, October 12, 2013

Nelleiram's Shoppe now open! Selling Marikina made bags!

It's been a while since I posted something here in blogger. And now I'm back and I want to promote my business: trendy and affordable Marikina bags! I just started an online business called Nelleiram's Shoppe, and I'd like to promote it thru this site.

Marikina bags are famous for being durable, affordable, but at the same time, trendy and stylish. With that, you will not regret buying one. For those who are interested, pls check my fb account: Ellen Marie Llabore. The album  Nelleiram's Shoppe Batch 1 is open to the public. :) (Link: https://www.facebook.com/Nelleiram/media_set?set=a.10201746284235595&type=1)


Here are the pictures of the bags I'm selling: