taking the plunge

today, i made a BIG decision. i backed out from a job offer which i had just accepted (i am supposed to start working there today). i have deicded to pursue this other dream job even if the outcome is uncertain. (thanks to a certain kuya mackie, i now know one of my competitors. tough!)

the past few days i have been thinking about life in general. and maybe this has affected my decision in some mysterious way. (bigla kong naalala ang video ni Nina..."love moves in mysterious ways..." labo.)

just last night, i accompanied my mom to a very extravagant celebration. her college best bud's mom just turned 80 and they are giving her a grand party at Manila Hotel. there i was sitting at table 11, marveling at this woman's accomplishment...aside from having 3 degrees, she was able to raise 10 kids while juggling her business! i was quite amazed at the turnout. imagine all these lolos and lolas partying the night away. there was even this one HOT lola who looked really elegant yet sexy in her spaghetti-strapped, tropical-island inspired gown. i was green with envy.

fashion spotting aside, i was thinking, how were these people able to get to where they are right now? most of the people in our table were distinguished lawyers and doctors but they had alternative lives (some of them were golf enthusiasts, another is managing a business, etc.) i guess it all boils down to what your priorities are. what you are willing to sacrifice. and choosing what you want to hold on to.

its hard growing up...