Happy 2008!!!


We're back home from a week-long stay in Manila. It's always nice to come home to MSU and be welcomed by the cold, foggy weather that the campus is famous for. My Manila trip was nice. I got to meet up with many of my friends; I got to dine in restos I really missed; I got to buy stuff that I've always wanted to buy; and, of course, I got to see my dad and my aunt, whom I haven't seen in quite a while.

And, now, I'm back home and full of energy. Classes start tomorrow and I'm excited to see my students. I'm psyched up for work. I know I've complained about not getting enough rest and all, but, after a two-week break, I can't wait to start working my butt off again! I truly missed being neck-deep in work.

2007 was a busy year for me and it was a good year. I hope that this year will be better in all aspects. And, as the year opens, I would like to wish everyone a peaceful and fruitful 2008! :)

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Smile big. Dream big. Do more. Give more. Be happy!

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Edited January 7, 2008 (7:25 pm)

As it turned out, I wasn't able to go to my classes today because I suddenly came down with a fever. I spent the whole day in bed. I am still feeling a little cold, but I'm feeling better now. And, I do hope to be able to go to work tomorrow.


Comments

Balbonics said…
Aww, mehn. Get well soon, BP!
1/07/2008 10:35:00 PM
Anonymous said…
It was soooo nice to see you here Ket! *hugs*

See you soon, Godwilling!
1/09/2008 07:18:00 AM
BabyPink said…
thanks, B! i'm okay na. nakapasok din ako the next day.:)

'ta pie, korek!!!:)
1/09/2008 01:25:00 PM
Jaja said…
happy 2008!may the new year bring you lots of surprises--surprises that'll make you smile =)!
1/16/2008 12:54:00 PM
BabyPink said…
hi jaja!

thanks. i wish the same for you.:)
1/17/2008 07:07:00 PM
Anonymous said…
Hope you are feeling better now. I am enjoying being a student again though I miss going to work sometimes.
1/18/2008 10:36:00 PM
BabyPink said…
thanks, adam! oh well, sometimes i miss being the student. hehehe:)
1/24/2008 11:44:00 PM
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