For the Future

My office mate, Ate Myr as we should to call her is resigning today. I'm happy for her, she'll be working at Bahrain as a professor. It's an opportunity to improve and widen her horizon in the field of teaching. In terms of remuneration, it's five times more there than what she gets from her current position here. May it be for money or professional growth, as others would often say if something like this knocks on your door then grab it.

It's frightening to be on a diferent land and associating with people of different culture, yes, but somehow the idea of giving a brighter future for the family will out stand any reasons, doubts and apprehension one may have on his/her minds.

Always, the big factor on whatever decision we make is our family. It's always been about their comfort, future, and happiness. Now I understand what the word sacrifice means, it's taking chances and accepting the challenge of the unknown for the sake of our loved ones.

We had just finished giving Ate Myr a despedida party. Only the "DABARKADS" were in attendance. Each one of us is happy for her and as we convey our wishes and what we will miss about her, we can't help but let our tears flow... she's not just our senior in the office but a great friend as well. Our mini party is not complete without a song and here it is, I have to keep myself from looking at her as we sing because she's openly crying while listening us....

That's What Friends are For

And I never thought I'd feel this way
And as far as I'm concerned
I'm glad I got the chance to say
That I do believe I love you

And if I should ever go away
Well, then close your eyes and try to feel
The way we do today
And then if you can remember

Keep smilin', keep shinin'
Knowin' you can always count on me, for sure
That's what friends are for
For good times and bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
That's what friends are for

Well, you came and opened me
And now there's so much more I see
And so by the way I thank you

Whoa, and then for the times when we're apart
Well, then close your eyes and know
These words are comin' from my heart
And then if you can remember, oh

Keep smiling, keep shining
Knowing you can always count on me, for sure
That's what friends are for
In good times, in bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
Oh, that's what friends are for

Whoa... oh... oh... keep smilin', keep shinin'
Knowin' you can always count on me, for sure
That's what friends are for
For good times and bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
That's what friends are for

Keep smilin', keep shinin'
Knowin' you can always count on me, oh, for sure
'Cause I tell you that's what friends are for
For good times and for bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
That's what friends are for (That's what friends are for)

On me, for sure
That's what friends are for
Keep smilin', keep shinin'


If an offer like this happens to me.... well I don't know... really can't answer if I'll accept it or not. For now, I wish Ate Myr the best and may the guidance and blessings of the Lord be with her where ever she go....sure gonna miss you!!!! Bon Voyage!