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In this life, we cannot always do great things, but we can do small things with great love.

This is my favorite quote that sums up my own way of thinking about life. I am happy that I would be able to express much more like this through joining the Hive Community. (Thanks to my Co-Workmate, @wandergirl who introduced me this kind of platform) ^^

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Hi! I am Almie Jane which means a Gift from God and destined to bloom. My nickname is Joy-Joy which my family named me because of my chubbyness. Before it was Tabachoy, then it became Choy , and finally I got a more decent one which is Joy (haha). 

Well, I originally came from Surigao City, and got my bachelor's degree in Iloilo City, then, I got my professional license in Cebu City, and finally I got a work in Lapu-Lapu City. Travelling multiple cities have been so exciting and I am thankful for the experiences that brought my lifestory so much color.

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I looked at the stars yet I saw darkness. I was thinking that whichever corner my eyes drew into, there will always be that longing for sparks. Just a little forward? backward? side ward? How much farther can I go for distant lights? How many years does it take to say that “life has finally happened to me!”

Sometimes, I intend to be skeptic about everything so one time, I asked myself, "Are all of these things make sense?"  

Each of us has their own stories to tell. My story surrounds about my plans for my life. Digging up from its most inner core, I admit that I’ve been so persistent to be the best version I could become. The way I see things, I want to do it in a way that I could attain the dream achievement of my life.

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Wishing for the right time, patience has its way to offer for the best. Amidst of difficulties, one must soar high to collect stars, not by gazing but to reach for them. To jump high, no, but to jump higher and believe that we are the stars of our ownselves.

So I asked myself, “Are all of these things make sense?” At first, I was uncertain if I could really pursue what I wanted in life. But it wasn't so easy afterall!-to know what I want and what I do not want. I was trying to create different conclusions asking myself about my future plans. But, at the end of the day, we all lay down in bed  and say ” Life ” is what we make it.

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I did face dramas, all the craps, failures, criticisms, and other bullshits in life that made me realized that “SHIT HAPPENS” indeed. In fact, I am still trying to be used to it by now. In my 23 years of existence, I soon accepted that life is on how we really deal with it.

Failures make us stronger and independent. I am one of the billion people in the world who has gone countless frustrations in life. And I say sorry for myself, for the things I have done and for the things I have failed to accomplish. I don’t want to rant each part of it but in general, to aim for the best shot is not that easy. Bumpy roads and a never ending ups and downs do come in my way but I know God has come to save the day. I admit, I once told myself to just give up because it is easier than to keep up the struggles going. But the Lord is keeping on pushing me to stay still and focus on forward. I have tried to step down that road of sorrows just to consider my tiredness. But, soon I realized, that I can never escape that road. The longer I remain sitting down on that corner, is the longer it will make me to see the best days of my life. I know right now, it may seem like I have not done my best-est yet, but I also know for sure that every single day is closer to improvement as long as I keep going and go for the extra mile. My dreams are still inside of me. Keeping the fire burning and a never ending adventure awaits. Come what may.

I keep on reminding myself that everything is according to God’s perfect plan. Even though problems come along and obstacles pave its way, I will never be afraid to conquer it all because I simply trust God. Everyone has their own fair share of struggles that could slow down life’s progress but  people must keep living with it. And that I just have to trust on Him to whatever circumstances I might encounter, and knowing He is with me. I am thankful for this life He gave to me.

Even though, I am flawed and life's not perfect, I still choose to follow Him. He knows the way and the truth in my life. Challenges during my university days made me wanna scream and give up everything. But the promise of a good future from Christ motivates me a lot.

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As I went along my quest, I found out that this is not my final destination yet. Towards good goals in life, determination is a must. The heart needs to be heard, and our desires in life need attention. Equipped with perseverance and hard work are just recipes to reach our dreams.

The things I’ve lost in the daily battles of my life do not matter anymore. Because, I've gained life lessons worthy to remember. I've realized that If I am too focused on the destination, I am going to miss all of the beautiful flowers and sights along the way. 

According to Job 1:21, “21 He said, “I was born with nothing, and I will die with nothing. The Lord gave, and now he has taken away. May his name be praised!”. Now, I have come to my senses and concluded that this is the truth. The medals, awards, money, properties, and jewelries, I cannot bring all of these when I die. That’s why, material or worldly things don’t matter. What matters most is on how we turned out to be. Being molded by God’s grace and His will for our life brings us to wherever we are today. Of course, I wanna look back and say, '' I have lived it right ''. 

Every decision I made,  I let God know about it. I have asked God if this is the right thing to say or to do. I have always wanted to make God as the center part of my life. I may not know what the future beholds, but all I ever believed are the promises of Christ. According to Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you, plans not to harm you but to prosper you, to provide you a future and a hope.” I hold on to these words He left for me. I should not worry about what tomorrow comes for tomorrow will worry about itself. So let him have your worries and cares for He is always thinking about you and watching everything that concerns you.(Peter 5:7).

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In everything I want to do, I make sure that I am happy. I am an explorer myself. I wanna let the world surprise me with its grandeur. I gotta stay curious and keep on learning things. I have became brave enough to take challenges. To savor life and see how beautiful the earth our Father has created for us. To travel, go the extra mile and make the world like your own.  But being happy for myself is not the only thing I need. My greatest achievement in life is to make the people I love happy. Oh, seeing their smiles and their laughter soothes my heart. And the most important thing of all, is to please God and glorifying His name in every single day of my life. I love God, and I am not ashamed to tell the world how I feel. I’m trying to live life to the fullest, enjoying every single moment, and giving value to every little conversations with the people I meet and of course, on top of all, to love life, and to feel love. 

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We have to cherish time. I know that no one has yet invented a machine that will transport us back to yesterday. I have always thought to live each day as if it’s my last. To love fully and let each day be an expression of my appreciation of life. I need to stay connected or reconnect if I must.  The people I value need to feel valued.  The people I love need to feel loved. I try not to hold myself back. I also am expressive of my feelings to be able to justify my presence sometimes. I know that I am not getting any younger and every moment wasted is forever wasted. Each day will always be a new day.

In terms of romantic love, I've never gave up on it. I know that someone is kneeling before God and praying for me.  I still keep believing in it.  I tried to never distance myself from its magic no matter how many heartaches I have felt. I have always allowed my heart to feel it again; to celebrate it again. I know that we are looking at the same sky and like me, God is preparing him for our meeting.  The dreams I once dreamed will all come to pass, probably not with the person I dreamed it with, but it’s definitely with the man that God created exclusively for me.  And he, himself will be the definition of love to me.

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I am a chemical engineer by choice and a writer by heart. I wanna keep writing and keep bleeding bottled feelings.  This is what makes me ''Almie". I I wanna let my mind free itself from everything and let it explore the world of words. To write, to bring life to it and to inspire the world.  I have always believed that I am a writer but more than that, I am a God’s pen. I hope to write my story the right way. 


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Everything else makes sense to me now. It is clear to say…MY ORDINARY LIFE IS SIMPLY AMAZING.