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My #SarapNgSuccess Story: From A Failed Comm 2 Student To A Blogger

When we say success, I am tempted to say, I have 4 trophies..real live trophies aka my kids haha. Don’t we all consider raising kids a success story? It’s not an easy job di ba? Pero marami rami pang bigas ang isasaing ko bago ko masabi na succesful talaga ang pagiging mudra ko 🙂 So let’s talk about another success story in my life (err no, not when my prospect boyfriend said yes to me or when I finally convinced him to marry me haha), blogging ano pa!

Alam nyo ba na take 2 ako sa Communication 2? At tres lang ako sa Communication 1? Writing is my least favorite subject, oh let me rephrase that, I HATE writing! It’s the other way around, I think. Writing hates me. I am not good on it. I had a hard time writing an essay (kaya bagsak sa Comm 2 which is more on writing). And yet, I am now a blogger. Paano nangyari ‘yon?

My “writing” career started when a friend of a friend from Multiply posted about earning online through a forum site. It’s as simple as you post a question/ story or answer/ comment on other users’ post and you earn money. The earnings, is of course, dependent on how much or how long your post it. Being a first timer and knows nothing about earning online, I thought that was a good deal. Syempre to make my post longer, I need to know how to make kwento, long story. So I read a lot of how to’s in writing and from there I learned how to express myself more. I don’t consider myself a writer naman (marami pa akong typo errors at grammar na i co correct before ko ma achieve ang ganyang level) but I think overtime, my way of communicating improved a lot. Give me that Comm 1 and Comm 2 courses now, baka ma uno ko yan! woohoo

That friend of a friend who referred me to the forum site eventually became my friend (and my kumare!). She told me about blogging and guide me on ins and outs of html, template, blog posting etc. She said we can earn more through blogging and true enough, our cents from the forum instantly became a dollar through blogging! I won’t dwell on the success of my online earnings, yes it is a success story, but there is so much more about blogging that is worth sharing:

Success story number 1. Finding friends and kumares. Most of Sati’s ninang are bloggers. And not only that, Pinoy bloggers from different countries. Ang galing no?

Success story number 2. Information Sharing. I realized later on that my passion is sharing information, specially to mommies like me. I consider it a success story because of the comments I received. I am at heaven when my readers shares with me how my blog post helped them.

Success story number 3. Blog Award . What is a success without an award? Joke lang no.. pero it’s a big deal for me. To be recognized as the best in something that you love doing is such a great experience. Proud ko lang? The award was 5 years ago pero naka display pa rin sa sidebar ko :)

Success story number 4. Writing about products I love and collaborating with them, the highlight, me being a commercial model for a product I love using!

Mommy Pehpot as a commercial model, 2012

I think this is one of the things I enjoy most about blogging. Say for example, Max’s Restaurant, we love dinning at Max’s and to be able to write about their new products, get invited to their event is a success story for me.

And speaking of Max’s Restaurant, Watch Coco Martin’s 2nd TVC and know more about his max-sarap na kwento ng success. Be inspired with how he was able to rise up to life’s challenges and become one of the most loved stars of today. Like Coco, Max’s success is rooted from traditions, values and relationships. Dito sa Max’s, kaisa mo kami sa pag abot ng iyong pinakamasarap na pangarap! #SarapNgSuccess

Now, Max’s wants you to share your own success story! Just like what I did!

Share what makes your day successful at Max’s Restaurant Facebook Page.

Kwento nyo din sa akin your success story, I want to know and be kilig of your success 🙂

7 Ways To Give Back To Your Community

Feeling altruistic? There are plenty of things you can do to make the world a better place. Whether you’re satisfying the twinges of your conscience or just padding out your uni applications, here are seven ways you can volunteer today.

1: Talk To Seniors
You don’t need any special skills to give the gift of your company to lonely senior citizens and nursing home residents. Join them for lunch or afternoon tea; help them read and sort through their mail; call out numbers on bingo night.

2: Ladle Soup
Homeless shelters are always in need of able bodies to make sandwiches and pass out plastic forks. This is another activity that requires no specialized talent; as long as you have patience and a kind heart, you’ll be more than welcome at any shelter in your city.

3: Play Fetch
If you aren’t quite ready to interact with humans, consider volunteering at a pound or kennel instead. You’ll probably do a lot of cleaning and pooper-scooping at first, but once the facility begins to trust you, you’ll be allowed to play with the animals in the name of socialization.

4: Tutor Kids After School
Youth development is one of the best ways you can invest in your community. Every child you stop from falling in the cracks is one who could eventually turn into a productive member of society.

5: Start A Food Or Clothing Drive
Collect clothes, cans and other household goods for your local homeless shelter or battered women’s clinic. You can also gather toys during the holidays for the little ones. When you have nothing, every bit helps.

6: Donate
The fastest and most efficient way to help those in need, donating will serve projects and non-profits in a way that most volunteer work simply can’t. For example, all the free labour in the world won’t buy a new suit for a homeless veteran about to embark on a job interview. He needs cash to make that happen.

7: Clean Up
Beautify parks and highways by picking up the trash that others fling away so carelessly. Your local environmental group will have more details about areas that need attention.

If you’d like to make a difference in the lives of others, volunteering is a great way to roll up your sleeves and get directly involved. Use these seven tips to lend your time to a cause that needs you.

Wrangler Sun Chaser Spring/ Summer 2014 Collection

Wrangler newest collection- Wrangler Denim Sculpt ( a sub- collection of the Wrangler Denim Spa line)- debuts in the Philippines this April.

Last April 3, in a fashion show held at SM Mall of Asia Main Atrium, Wrangle revealed their Spring/Summer 2014 Collection of Wrangler from its Denim Spa, Sculpt and Keep Cool collections. Watch the video of the launch:

The new line features jeans that will make you look sexier with its’ body sculpting technology and angled back pockets. It comes in chic colors that radiate a fun vibe. Perfect jeans for summer!

Wrangler also unveiled news styles of shirts and jeans that are inspired by its vintage design and heritage. I need to go to the nearest store and buy more Wrangler stuff! You know how much I love anything vintage or vintage inspired!

“We are very happy to finally reveal the latest Spring/Summer 2014 trends. As an authentic denim brand, Wrangler ensures that the styles that made Wrangler a household name in the denim wear industry will still resonate in the Wrangler products we put out in the market today. We want the Filipinos to enjoy the same Wrangler – high quality and cutting edge – as how it was when it started,” says Marty Tio of Wrangler Philippines.

The Wrangler Sun Chaser Event is in partnership with StyleBible.ph, FHM Philippines, Preview Magazine and Happy Lemon.

Wrangler also announced it’s Sun Chaser Challenge Promo:

The open road calls you, and the rewards have never been higher. Each week we’ll launch a new challenge where we urge you to go out, conquer new ground and share your adventures with us at #WranglerSunchaser. A new week brings new rewards, but our grand prize takes you as far as you desire. Welcome to the Sun Chaser Challenge.

Here’s how to participate:

To win the grand prize, you must first win one of the weekly challenges!

Every week, our Wrangler teams are on the lookout for those who find the true adventurer within. Take our weekly challenge , and share your adventure with us on Instagram. The further you go on the open road, the better your chance. We’re looking for the most stunning, daring and creative photos.

For more details and to keep up with the challenge, check out Wrangler website and Wrangler Philippines Facebook Page.

About Wrangler

Wrangler’s denim heritage goes back to 1904 when Charlie Hudson founded the Hudson Overall Company in North Carolina, US. Wrangler remains one of the world’s best-loved denim brands. Following its 1947 rebranding as Wrangler, the company has continued to deliver outstanding first-in-category innovations as well as its unrivalled denim heritage. Wrangler is part of the VF Corporation, the world’s largest apparel company.

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