Princess Diane

 This year, my " New Year, New Me " is a complete shift in priorities. I am tired of letting shyness deny me opportunities, and poor time management has been a constant challenge in my academic progress. This is the year where everything is supposed to change for me, and I will continue working on not being shy anymore and working on getting better study habits and taking more calculated risks to reap rewards. I will going to stop helping those people who take advantage of my good nature, i learned that from my past experiences. I will not stop experimenting on everything because of what happened and because of my willingness to learn. Lastly, I will begin saving money for independence from money matters.  Overcoming shyness includes class participation, looking for people to hang out with, and doing stuff out of comfort zones. I will improve my study habits by creating a detailed schedule to prioritize assignments with time for breaks. Such experience in the past made me rea...

  Last Christmas was extra special because we celebrated with our complete family. We didn't travel far, choosing instead the warmth and comfort of our own home. The day was filled with the joyful preparations and anticipation that only a family gathering can bring. The air buzzed with excitement as we decorated our home and prepared for a delicious feast. The simple act of being together, sharing laughter and stories, created a magical atmosphere that made this Christmas truly memorable. We knew it would be a day filled with love, laughter, and the delicious aromas of our favorite dishes. We started by arranging a beautiful display of fresh fruits on the table – mangoes, bananas, and oranges etc. A colorful and appetizing centerpiece. Then, the cooking began! Mom's famous suman, a sweet sticky rice dish, filled the kitchen with its irresistible aroma. Alongside the suman, we prepared a classic Filipino Christmas spread: spaghetti, pancit, and Shanghai rolls. The kitch...