sweetest thing
If there is one thing good about my job, it would have to be the "nice and sweet customers". There's nothing more rewarding than knowing that you have helped your clients to the best of your abilities, and just knowing that they walk out of your office feeling relieved or satisfied.
I've had my fair share of rude and nice customers. Some would yell, swear or be rude without even trying to understand that sometimes what they are asking of me are, nearly quite impossible to do yet some tend to be so understanding of the situation.
Anyway, I love it when clients come in to our store and specifically asks to see me, because it just shows that they trust me and that they are happy with the way I look after their accounts.
Hmmm point of the entry? Wala lang, I was touched to see these cookies from a client waiting on my desk this morning when I walked in. Workmates said that the customer had come in the shop to drop them off early in the morning. ( I know the cookies don't look yummy in the photo, but it was hehe )
The Memorial Service of Michael Jackson
July 7, 2009
The stage ready for Michael Jackson's memorial service
Jackson brothers, from left to right, Randy, Marlon, Jackie, Jermaine and Tito, accompany the coffin of their brother Michael into the public memorial service held at Staples Center
Michael Jackson's glittering, gold-plated coffin
Sisters together.... Janet Jackson, La Toya Jackson and Rebbie Jackson - dressed head to toe in black - arrive for the memorial
From left to right, Rebbie, Janet, Randy, Tito, Marlon, Jackie and Jermaine Jackson sit as they await the service to begin
Marlon Jackson struggles to make a speech, supported by his family
Michael's eldest child Paris struggles to fight back the tears whilst paying tribute to her father
Millions of fans across the globe watched the televised memorial for Michael Jackson on July 7, 2009, there were plenty of the trappings of celebrity and fame. There was the golden casket, the tributes from the rich and famous, the overflowing crowds, the songs sung by the megastars, such as Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder, Usher and Human Nature.
But it was the small moments in the service that were the most touching.
There was his brother, Marlon, talking about watching "The Three Stooges" with Jackson after school before being hustled off to a recording studio.
Magic joked about a time when he caught Jackson eating Kentucky Fried Chicken.
There was Brooke Shields, describing how she and Jackson, as kids, sneaked into Elizabeth Taylor's bedroom to see her wedding gown.
Shields recalled how Jackson's favorite song was an old-fashioned one, "Smile," written by Charlie Chaplin, who himself knew the bitter price of worldwide fame.
Then there was perhaps the saddest, most heartbreaking moment of all, when Jackson's young daughter, Paris, told the world through her tears that Jackson "Ever since I was born, daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine. And I just wanted to say I love him so much."
"Maybe now, Michael, they will leave you alone," Jackson's brother Marlon had said moments before Paris' brief, tragic moment at center stage. One after another,the King of Pop's loved ones stepped forward to make their case for Jackson as a misunderstood, harmless sweetheart who wanted only to heal the world.
"Wasn't nothing strange about your daddy," Reverend Al Sharpton told Paris and her two brothers, who were seated in the front row. "It was strange what your daddy had to deal with."
I just finished watching Michael Jackson's Memorial Service a few minutes ago, and Oh my God I have never, ever, ever been emotional over any celebrity's death.
Hindi ako showbiz, at lalong hindi ako yung " fan" type. In fact I was never really a die hard fan of Michael Jackson, but I do believe that he is one of the best entertainers we have ever had. Listening to his songs and watching his video clips now gives me goosebumps, he is often imitated but never duplicated. I am proud to have had the opportunity to listen and watch how he shared his music to the world, I may have not known him personally but I am happy to be born in the Era where there was once a Michael Jackson. He is truly a Legend and his Legacy will live forever.
Millions of people will forever treasure Jackson, for his vulnerability, his charm, his brilliant, beautiful music.
We will never forget you Michael Jackson
A Legend
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 ā June 25, 2009)
His death did surprise me. I wasn't a big fan of Michael Jackson but he was a legend, if his songs were to come on the radio I'd still be able to sing along. Who could ever forget Thriller, Rock with You, Beat it, Bad, and Billie Jean? These are just some of his greatest songs that are still played on the radio and clubs today. He has sold 750 million records worldwide, Thriller being the best selling album of all time which was released 25 years ago.
His music has passed 4 decades and he will forever remain a pioneer and the King of Pop. As one of the biggest selling pop stars of all time, Michael Jackson used his global fame as force of Humanitarian causes around the world, giving 300 million dollars to charity alone.
Thank you Michael Jackson, we will always remember you and your music.
ironic
Having had 2 hours of sleep last night, I'm very surprised that I'm still able to keep my eyes open right now, despite the fact that I feel like a walking zombie nevertheless I'm still up.
I don't really know how to start this entry to be quite honest, reason being is that I've had two bad days in a row. So should I talk about yesterday, or today first? Or perhaps should I talk about both, or should I just talk about today? Hmm..
You see, I'm generally emotionally weak. May it be about friendships, lovelife, life or even work problems. I just don't cope well I guess. I tend to be very sensitive, a worrier and even a cry baby.
Okay if you''re reading this your probably confused as to what is going on with me. Cut long story short I had a bad day at work today. I was called into a meeting with the owner along with our Floor manager today and trust me when this happens, everyone at work knows that it's not a good thing. When you get taken out from the shop and into the coffee shop from across the road, everyone knows that its either, A your getting fired or B your in BIG trouble.
Basically, I was blamed for something that other staff members are also responsible for in the shop. On the other hand, the other staff members who were also involved didn't even hear a word from the owner. Bottom line, I copped all the shit and the blame. However for some strange reason, it has been obvious that the owner hasn't really been fond of me since Day 1. I don't know I guess people have their favourites. I'm much closer to my Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, and they both have admitted to me that I am their "favorite", and trust me I feel it too.
No matter how much my Managers stood up for me today, (because clearly it wasn't my fault), the owner still managed to argue her way in. So I was just quiet throughout the whole meeting, then stupid me just started bawling my eyes out all of a sudden. It's not the fact that I was being told off, it's the fact that I work my ass off at her shop and she never sees it. I am the only one who ever fkn cleans and do overtime there and even come in on my day off to catch up on my client's contracts, yet somehow she just loves blaming me whenever things would go wrong in the shop.
So she handed me a First and Final Warning Letter today, stating that my performance will be closely monitored, and if there is no improvement in a couple of days she will have to dismiss me. In contrast, both my Managers were very upset too, because they know that what happened was really unfair. They both told me that the owner was just being a fkn bitch, and she's like a lion who picks on the weakest link. Yes yes, everyone knows I am passive and weak, even my workfriends. Whenever someone asks me for a favor, I find it very difficult to say no, hence I always do what is being asked of me.
As soon as the meeting ended, I couldn't stop crying, take not I wasn't crying quietly. You know the feeling when you're so upset, then your heart literally starts hurting? So my manager took me out of the shop to calm me down. She bought me a coffee and offered me cigarettes to calm me down. I wasn't upset because I got told off, it's not about that. It's about the fact that I try so hard, yet in the end it's as if I had not exerted any effort at all. What's the use? Feeling ko parang kahit anong gawin ko, at the end hindi parin maganda ang outcome. Yung parang despite all the effort you put in, para sa kanila wala parin kasi hindi nila na a-appreciate. So sabi nga nila, kung ayaw huwag na pilitin I guess.
Yes I'm upset, I have been crying all day, I feel like shit dahil masama ang loob ko. I guess I'm gonna go to bed with a heavy heart again tonight...
buhay estudyanteblurry ang pic, nababasa ba?
Paano ba yan, buhay estudyante na muna ako ulit. I have exams till June 19 so I won't be updating as much. Grabe, nawiwindang na ako. Haha, wish me luck, my first exam is on June 12 on Individual Determinants of Health, then June 16 on Human Bio Science and on June 19 on Perspective of Health and Well being. Mahirap palang maging Nurse! HahaThank God for all my recorded lectures! I can watch them over and over again, pause, rewind, forward lol! Back to studying I am :)
let them shine
Recent "love" comments on my entries from a "Bettina", or is it really? ;)
Such an insecure person. Pity people like you even exists.
Bettina | 05.30.09 - 3:43 am |
My god! Even my nanny and her bf look better than you both. Disgusting!
Bettina | 05.30.09 - 3:41 am |
You're pathetic. The reason why you're against skin whitening products is because you're TOO UGLY that I doubt even the best skin specialist in the land can do something about your look. HAHA!
Bettina | 05.30.09 - 3:40 am |
For the first time, I won't comment on this. I'll give the honor to all my FRIENDS. Baka kasi sabihin mo Bettina nag bubuhat ako ng sarili kong bangko alam niyo na mahirap magsalita kasi pangit na ako, insecure at pathetic pa. LOL
I'll let my friends do the talking this time :)
P.S
I know who you are, thanks for leaving your I.P address, it's as good as leaving your full name with your home address too. How's Cavite by the way? Haven't been there at all, you should take me around.
Friends, bahala na kayo sa IP ni "Bettina". LOL
IP: 210.213.97.26
NOON AT NGAYON:
Ang mga pagbabago sa buhay ko...
Noong bata ako, buhay ko ang Family Computer. Andiyan na yung Ninja Turtles, Pacman, at siyempre yung Super Mario. Tapos nun, nagustuhan ko yung brick game kasi napakahandy niya, diba? Noong medyo nagdalaga ako, Dance Dance Revo (DDR) na ang trip ko. Ngayon blogging na ang kinaaliwan ko.
Noong bata ako tagu-taguan at habulan ang paborito kong laruin kasama ng mga pinsan, nung nagdadalaga na tennis at volleyball na ang nakahiligan ko. Ngayon, wala na akong interest sa kahit anong physical activities haha, pero sinusubukan kong mag gym kahit twice a week lang.
Noong bata ako, favorite kong panoorin ay Princess Sarah, Ang TV at Power Rangers. Oo alam ko, medyo jologs yun. Pero nung nagdalaga ako, lalong lumala, naaliw ako sa mga telenovela gaya ng Mula sa Puso at Ezperanza. Ngayon medyo nag improve at addict ako sa mga TV series gaya ng Heroes, Lost, Prison Break, Supernatural, CSI at NCIS.
Noong bata ako kailangan pa ako paluin para kumain lang ng almusal, tanghalian at hapunan. Noong nagdadalaga na ako, naging health and weight conscious ako. Ngayon kailangan na akong pigilan kumain haha!
Noong bata ako bihira ako makipag laro at makipag kaibigan sa mga lalake dahil usong uso noon at tuksuan na ( Girl Germs, and Boy Germs Lock). Nung nagdadalaga na ako, nag umpisa na ang pakikipag barkada ko sa opposite sex ngunit limited din dahil nag aaral ako sa Isang Catholic School na exclusive for girls. Ngayon, halos mga lalaki ang mga ka close ko na kaibigan dahil mas madali sila pakisamahan, walang mga drama.
Noong bata ako, kinocollect ko si Barbie at si Ken at ang kanilang mga gamit, andyan na ang bedroom set, kitchen set at pati kotse nila. Noong nagdalaga, naging stuffed toys na ang hilig ko, At ngayon, puro kalandian na ang kino collect ko gaya ng mga bags, damit, shoes at make up. (haha!)
Noong bata ako, napakahilig ko sa stationeries. Naalala ko gustung gusto ko pa yung may mabangong amoy at yung personalized kahit wala naman ako sinusulatan, basta iniipon ko lang sila. Ngayon, gusto ko ako na yung gumagawa ng susulatan ko. Naging creative, kumbaga. Pero pag tinamad, email at text ok na.
Noong bata ako, laging naka pencil case yung mga panulat ko, at dapat laging pink ang pencilcase ko. Meron pa akong mga mababangong pambura, at matching na pantasa. Nung medyo nagdalaga, nahilig ako sa iba't ibang kulay ng ball pens, lalo na ang mga gel pens. Kahit nga silver at gold pinatulan ko. Ngayon, wala na akong dalang panulat sa klase, laptop na ang lagi kong bitbit.
Noong bata ako, type writer ang ginagamit ko pag may project o report sa school. Nung medyo nagdadalaga naging uso na ang family computer. Ngayon, laptop na ang gamit ko.
Noong bata ako, telebabad queen ako (landline). Ngayon, cellphone na ang lagi kong dala dala.
Noong bata ako, snail mail ang uso. Noong nagdalaga, na-in ako sa mIRC at syempre sa email. Ngayon, iba na naman. Andiyan yung YM, MSN, yung friendster, facebook at syempre, yung blog.
Noong bata ako, walkman, radyo at cassette ang uso. Tapos syempre kasama na yung blank tapes. Nung medyo nagdalaga, naging discman na. Ngayon, iPod na ang uso, may iPod nga ako pero hindi ko naman ginagamit kasi lagi naman ako on the go.
Noong bata ako, betamax pa ang hinihiram naming sa video stores. Nung medyo nagdalaga, naging VHS na. Ngayon, meron na syempreng VCD at DVD.
Noong bata ako, lagi akong nagsisimba tuwing linggo kasama ng buong pamilya, noong nagdadalaga na siguro mga twice a month nalang. Ngayon, sa mga espesyal na occassion nalang kami nakakapagsimba.
Good job. Nabasa mo na lahat.
So what's the point of this entry? Well, I just wanted to show that most of the time, it's only our mediums that change. When we grow older, ( Gee, I really feel old) we usually go a level higher in terms of our likes and dislikes, but our interests are basically the same.
Now I finally understand the line
"I HAVE CHANGED, BUT STILL THE SAME."
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