LET ME THINK 12.

  1. Beer and pizza is always a good pick me up. Chill times with great people.
  2. I love dogs! I really do.
  3. I need more Easter candy in my life. Time to bulk up.
  4. This time of the year is always tough. Laki’s death anniversary is tomorrow. It’ll be a year since he went away. 😦
  5. Keep your loved ones close. Always.

Good night. It’ll be a busy day!

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LET ME THINK 11.

  1. My heart is heavy tonight. A friend I knew through social media passed away a few days ago. I’m quite sad about the news. RIP Rebecca. Thank you for your light and everything you shared with the world. 💜
  2. This rain makes me tired and sleepy.
  3. Today was all about perspective. (3/13/18)
  4. I ate too much chocolate: ice cream cake, ice cream pie, and Cadbury mini eggs. 😜
  5. I’ve gotta spend some time with my cousin & her family visiting the city.

Good night.

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I just called to say I love you.

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Me and Lola Santa Clara, circa 2009.

In honor of Women’s History Month, I’d like to profile some of the many sheroes in my life. Some may be gone, but never ever forgotten.

Lola Santa Clara is my maternal grandmother. She was a religious, educated, funny, and giving lady. She taught me many things such as reading, writing my name, and to always take a nap. 😛 I recall the countless stories she would share with us. She remembered when the Philippines was invaded by Japan and how she & her family had to hide underground. I was quite terrified, but very proud. I would also have to say she was super resourceful.

She was a simple woman who enjoyed word search puzzles, doodling, birthday parties, attending mass, talking on the phone with her siblings and relatives, and making a great salad. I also remember how much she cherished her keyboard piano with the programmed songs. It was a gift from my Tito (uncle) Steve.

Lastly, she was selfless. She had the chance to move up North, but she remained in the city so she could raise us. She never wanted to be too far away from her grandchildren. I will eternally be grateful to her and our grandfather, Lolo Maning.

Dacal a salamat po.

Kaluguran daka,

Bernadette

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LET ME THINK 10.

It’s been quite a week for me. I’m recovering. When you’re a lupus patient, there’s a lot that needs to be done.

  1. I’m currently dealing with anemia. 😦 I went in for my first iron infusion on 3/9/18. Some side effects are hitting me now. I have my second infusion this week. I’m hoping I start to improve. Energy levels have been pretty low.
  2. I hate it when folks make assumptions. I’m guilty of doing that too. But I hate it when people push. It makes me uncomfortable.
  3. On a lighter note, Richard Sherman is now a Niner! Totally disliked him when he was with Seattle, but he’s a great addition to the team. Can’t complain.
  4. DST is here! I’m so ready. I love it when it’s still bright as the day goes on.
  5. Watched throwback Pixar. Those were the days. Finding Nemo ❤️

That’s it. I gotta rest up again. Good night!

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