MY HEART HAS A MIND OF ITS OWN

I miss your eyes and smile,

the times when your hand is into mine.

I miss your "good mornings",

most especially the "I love you's".

Days have passed,

love spells have been cast.

Been there done, done that.

But heart became sad.

We tried to fix everything

but I guess this will be the ending.

I loved you but I'm sorry,

my heart has a mind of it's own.

"Almost Lover" - A Fine Frenzy

Your fingertips across my skin
The palm trees swaying in the wind, images
You sang me Spanish lullabies
The sweetest sadness in your eyes, clever trick


Well, I?d never want to see you unhappy
I thought you?d want the same for me


Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?


So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
Should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do


We walked along a crowded street
You took my hand and danced with me in the shade
And when you left you kissed my lips
You told me you would never ever forget these images, no


Well, I?d never want to see you unhappy
I thought you?d want the same for me
( From: http://www.elyrics.net/read/a/a-fine-frenzy-lyrics/almost-lover-lyrics.html )


Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?


So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
Should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do


I cannot go to the ocean
I cannot try the streets at night
I cannot wake up in the morning
Without you on my mind


So you're gone and I'm haunted
And I bet you are just fine
Did I make it that easy to walk
Right in and out of my life?


Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Why can't you just let me be?


So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
Should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do

Work Ethics

Is there someone in your life whose very presence makes you feel weighted down from holding your tongue? You don't like the way he talks or someone who acts as Mr. Know-It-All? He always has something negative to say. You can't stand being around him, yet something keeps you there. What can you do?

Perhaps this adage applies - people are our mirrors. We see in them what we put in front of them.

One day, I realized that there was too much criticism in my workplace and that, more importantly, I played a large role in it. In the midst of meditation I asked to be relieved of this burden. I found myself asking what the alternatives were so I took out my Merriam-Webster thesaurus and began searching for the antonym and contrasted words of "criticize."

At first, I felt excited about words like praise, approve, and endorse. I started searching for synonyms of synonyms and making a list. As the list grew, I started feeling insecure and unsure of what I wanted to do with it. These were all action verbs. Could I actually praise him to his face? Could I approve of his voice? Could I endorse him as knowledgeable?

I realized that I very seldom felt like performing the actions on that list. The problem was that the list of words was so powerfully positive that I didn't have enough energy to act upon them. This energy that I'm talking about is Life Force energy, Chi, Ra, Kundalini. Criticism had become such an integral part of my life - thoughts, self-expression and perspective - that I unwittingly had blotted out the very energy that I needed to be truly joyful.

It's sad, I know. The good news is that I made a decision. I would gently, without criticism or time limits, apply those actions to myself before I tried them out on others. When I made this decision, the burden lifted off of me. I had given myself time to improve myself. (Hey, "improve" is one of the action words!) So far, the results have been encouraging. I find less of a need to criticize myself, and, therefore, others; although, from time to time, I must rush back to my list as a reminder of what I could be doing instead of criticizing.

Here is my list:

Accept
Activate
Animate
Applaud
Approve
Assure
Buck up
Cheer
Compliment
Cultivate
Develop
Edify
Embolden
Encourage
Endorse
Energize
Enhance
Enhearten
Enlighten
Enrich
Excite
Fortify
Help
Illuminate
Improve
Inspirit
Invigorate
Motivate
Perk up
Praise
Quicken
Rally
Renew
Revive
Stimulate
Stir
Strengthen
Uplift

Try them! :)

Languages of Love

The main cause of relationship failure is the age-old issue: lack of communication. However, the concept of communication is as vast as the Milky Way galaxy. And, it's quite daunting to think about where to begin.

To figure out how to get happiness in any kind of relationship (and for the other person to also get what he wants) you've got to be aware of your love language, according to Dr. Gary Chapman, marriage counselor and author of the New York Times bestseller The 5 Love Languages. Dr. Chapman outlines the five love languages as follows:

1. Physical affection, which can easily be mistaken for something malicious and only related to sex, but that's not necessarily the case. People who are touchy-feely and enjoy giving and receiving hugs and pats on the back, holding hands, or touching someone's face when they're trying to communicate have this love language.

2. Acts of service, like cooking, cleaning, taking the dogs out for a walk, or helping their loved ones do errands, are what people who speak this love language use to show their affection.

3. Material things. Some find it hard to actually say how much they care. So, rather than verbalize it or do an actual physical gesture, they course it through gifts and tokens.

4. Quality time is the most intangible language, but for some, it can also be the most sacred. To give time and undivided attention is how some people choose to prove their true feelings. These are people who live busy lives (or maybe very isolated ones) but step out of their daily routines to share that time with someone they feel deserves it.

5. Words of validation. Talk may be cheap for some, but others find kind words priceless. They love to hear how much they are loved, appreciated, and adored.

Everyone wants to feel validated in their relationships. We all want to feel that we aren't being taken for granted and that our efforts mean something to the people we care about. But, because there are so many ways to communicate our love, we may find ourselves in a situation where our partners are actually showing appreciation, but we aren't aware of it because we expect it to be expressed in a different manner.

We need to stop and consider that our partners may actually be showering us with affection in their own love language. But, what happens is, we are oblivious to in-your-face signals, and they, in turn, end up wrongly thinking we don't care. In the end, we become disappointed because we were assuming the worst in what is just a clear case of love miscommunication. Evidently, there is much love to go around, but we need to make the connection work!

So, you need to discuss with your partner what he responds to best: gifts, words, time, touch, or acts of services. That way, you can give him what he wants and in turn, he can give you what you want. Remember, you need to ask yourself, too: What do I respond to most? And how do I show affection? Say, you may choose to receive gifts from a loved one but personally find yourself always showing affection through words. You may even have more than one language! The key is to assess yourself and your partner, then learn to speak each other's language.

So, what is your language of love? What do you best respond to? Let's get a discussion going in the comments! :)

"Talk That Talk" - Rihanna ft. Jay-Z

Talk that talk to me, yeah

Talk that talk to me, yeah

[Jay-Z]

I be trying to chill, b–ches wanna f–k me

Every little city I go, f–k me

Shorty must've heard

Got the word, I move that D

Had it by a bladder

She like, oh I gotta pee

Ran into a rocko in my restroom

Singer slash actress in my bedroom

God I have the ticket for a walk through

Everything that do is big

I talk big money, I talk big homes

I sell out arenas

I call that getting dome

Million dollar voice

Came through phone

We heading to the top

If you coming, come on

I'm Flying out to Pisa

Just to get some pizza

Fly down to Jamaica

Just to roll some reefa

Sex on the beach

Left love speechless

They say that money talk

Tell these other ni--as speak up

What's up

[Rihanna - Hook]

One and two and three and four, come on let me know if you want some more

You know what I like right now get it right

Boy talk that talk to me all night

Yeah boy I like it yeah boy I like it

Love it when you talk that talk to me yeah

Yeah that talk to me yeah

Love it when you talk that talk to me, yeah

[Rihanna]

Say what you want, say you want you like

Say you want me to do and I got you

Tell me how love you, tell me how to hold you

Rihanna Talk That Talk lyrics found on http://www.directlyrics.com/rihanna-talk-that-talk-lyrics.html

I'mma get it right on the first try for you

Cause you ain't never had a woman like me, yeah

And you will never have another like me, yeah

Noooooo

So i'mma give it to you baby

[Hook]

One and two and three and four, come on let me know if you want some more

You know what I like right now get it right

Boy talk that talk to me all night

Yeah boy I like it yeah boy I like it

Love it when you talk that talk to me yeah

Yeah that talk to me yeah

Love it when you talk that talk to me, yeah

[Bridge]

What you saying now

Give it to me baby

I want it all night

Give it to me baby

What you saying now

Give it to me baby

Give it to me baby

Give it to me baby

What you saying now

Give it to me baby

I want it all night

Give it to me baby

What you saying now

Give it to me baby

Give it to me baby

Give it to me baby

"The Fighter" - Gym Class Heroes ft. Ryan Tedder

Starting All Over Again

How can I tell you what I feel for you?

When I think of you my feelings twist inside

As if someone's fist reached in and grabbed a few,

And turned and turned them tight and tangled. I've tried

Somehow to say: You're the sun in my sky,

The wind that takes me where I want to go,

The sweet incense that makes me feel so high

That loving you seems all I need to know.

But it all sticks in my throat! It sounds too cute,

Empty as a wrinkled paper bag.

You won't believe it! Better I stay mute

Than offer you cliches that make you gag.

And yet I wish to tell you of my love,

If only love its own locks would remove!

NEW 7 Wonders Of Nature

‘New 7 Wonders of Nature’ Text and Online Voting to End on 11-11-11

With only 154 days left to vote for the "New 7 Wonders of Nature" poll, President Benigno Aquino III make an appeal to public to vote for the Puerto Princesa Underground River in Palawan.

Located in what is considered "the last frontier", the Puerto Princesa Underground River is the country's lone contender in the global poll now being contested by 27 other official finalists from an initial list of 400 locations worldwide.

"Some 80 million Filipinos have cellular phones and some two billion text messages are sent every day. We only need a billion votes – that is just half a day of texting for all Filipinos who have cellular phones," PNoy said.

To Vote by Telephone:

a.) Dial one of these international telephone numbers:
+23 92201055
+1 869 760 5990
+1 649 339 8080
+44 758 900 1290

b) At the end of the message, after the tone, insert the 4 digit code for your chosen nominee. The code for Puerto Princesa Underground River is 7723.

c) When you hear the thank you message, you are all done – you have voted by telephone!


To Vote Online, log-in to the New 7 Wonders of Nature website HERE

a) On the 6th row of the 3rd column, click the box that pertains to Puerto Princesa Underground River.

b) Then you need to create an account by filling up the form.

c) Click "Send Your Vote"

L.O.V.E

--One can be unhappy by oneself, but to be truly tormented, one must love.

--Love is harder to accept than to give.

--To love is to embrace life. To love fully is to embrace both death and life.

--The secret of happiness is simple: be loving, giving, caring.
Why, then, are so many unhappy?

Because they are afraid..

Amishu

Your eyes won't let my thoughts go back to sleep.
Your words draw me across a thousand miles.
I don't know you at all, and yet I know
You better than my friends of many years.

The days I spent with you are like a tape
I play, rewind, play, rewind, and play.
Whenever I remember something new,
I feel as though you touched me on the cheek.

I miss you as the grass awaits the wind,
Or as the morning sky awaits the sun.
Although I look for you in every doorway,
I find only the darkness in my heart.

Statue - Lil Eddie

Statue

When a day is sad and done in the middle of the night, when you're fast asleep my love.
Stay awake looking at your beauty,
Telling myself im the luckiest man alive.
Cause so many times i was certain you was gonna walk out of my life.
Why you take such a hold of me girl,
When im still trying to get my act right.

What is the reason, when you really could have any man you want,
I dont see, what i have to offer.
I shouldve been a [season], guess you could see i had potential.
Do you know youre my miracle?

Im like a statue, stuck staring right at you,
Got me frozen in my tracks.
So amazed how you take me back,
Each and everytime our love colapsed.
Statue, stuck staring right at you,
So when im lost for words,
Everytime i disappoint you,
Its just cause i cant believe,
That youre so beautiful. (stuck like a statue)
Dont wanna lose you, no. (stuck like a statue)

Ask myself why is you even with me,
After all the xxxx i put you through,
Why did you make it hard
Its like youre living and i make you??
But baby your love is so warm it makes my shield melt down (down),
And everytime were both at war,
You make me come around.

What is the reason, when you really could have any man you want,
I dont see, what i have to offer for.
I shouldve been a [season],guess you could see i had potential.
Do you know youre my miracle?

Im like a statue, stuck staring right at you,
Got me frozen in my tracks.
So amazed how you take me back,
Each and everytime our love colapsed.
Statue, stuck staring right at you,
So when im lost for words,
Everytime i disappoint you,
Its just cause i cant believe,
That youre so beautiful. (stuck like a statue)
Dont wanna lose you, no. (stuck like a statue)
And youre so beautiful. (stuck like a statue)
Dont wanna lose you, never. (stuck like a statue)

Every single day of my life i thank my lucky stars,
God really had to spend extra time, when he sculptured your heart.
Cause theres no explanation,cant solve the equation
Its like you love me more than i love myself.

Im like a statue, stuck staring right at you,
Got me frozen in my tracks.
So amazed how you take me back,
Each and everytime our love colapsed.
Statue, stuck staring right at you,
So when im lost for words,
Everytime i disappoint you ,
Its just cause i cant believe,
That youre so beautiful. (you are the reason,)
Stuck like a statue. (the reason for living,)
Dont wanna lose you, no. (the reason for breathing)
Stuck like a statue. (youre so beautiful)
And youre so beautiful. (and i want you to feel it)
Stuck like a statue. (cause so bad im needing)
Dont wanna lose you, no. (youre the reason for breathing)
Stuck like a statue. (youre so beautiful)

When a day is said and done,
And in the middle of the night youre fast asleep, my love

Im the luckiest man alive.

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DISCLAIMER: I do not own this song, it belongs to its rightful owners.

Promise... Swear!

I don't know why my feelings are so strong.
It's as if some giant crane jerked me aloft
And swings me through the softness of the night.

I don't blame you if you're scared, for so am I.
It's as if I'm deep beneath the sea:
Though life is vivid, I can hardly breathe.

Free me from my anguish; come with me!
The two of us can wing across our skies
Gliding where we will in joy and love.

Not "In The Mood"...

Physical affection is one of the most intimate ways of connecting and bonding with your partner. Though it does not always equate to or guarantee a true emotional connection, it sure can raise hair on our spine with just a a single touch.

So how is that sometimes, he's simply not in the mood?

One of the reasons anyone withdraws or detaches themselves from a relationship, in the name of self-preservation, is they feel rejected. Nobody wants to feel unwanted, especially when we put ourselves out there, just to please our partner physically. So why don't we dissect this ego-crushing scenario to better understand our partner when this happens?


1. He's Just Not That Into You

When we're dating someone, though we feel an intense attraction, it does not necessarily mean he feels exactly the same way. So if he's not responding to your seduction, he may not be physically attracted to you or maybe he's just not into you as you are to him. But don't feel disheartened and unworthy, just because you did not get a favorable reaction from a guy! Just like a shoe, we all have to find the right pair--one that fits comfortably--and this takes time and several tries; you have to be patient. Anything worth something is always worth the wait! If he's not into you, move on and don't take it personally.

2. It's All About R-E-S-P-E-C-T!

Contrary to popular belief, there are still men out there who hold women in such high regard. These men wish to abstain and control their inner urges, out of respect for the women they desire. So, take it as a compliment if the man you're seeing is taking it slow. History has proven that relationships that go on high speed mode often crash and burn. Try to take a breather and see where this kind of pacing takes you both. Besides, you want someone with high endurance who'll relish every moment, and not just be some one-minute man--whether it's in or out of the sack.

3. Failure To Launch

Whenever men feel like failures in the workplace, in the family, or other areas where they feel the need to succeed, this leads to inability to perform in between the sheets. Their partners can only do so much to boost their confidence, but emotional support is crucial since men truly feel vulnerable in this situation. This psychological effect on men oftentimes leads women to feel unwanted. So, before you judge, find out what's up, and realize it may not always be about you. Ok?

4. Chemical Reaction

Any couple can thrive on great chemistry but men's sexual drive and libido can also suffer because of certain chemicals in their body. When men take lots of fat burners in particular, this lowers their testosterone, resulting to not wanting sex. All their physical strength has been poured into working out, that not much is left to do any arduous activities in bed.


Now you know what could lead to sexual rejection. How about you? Have you ever found yourself just not wanting it either? Ahemmmm....

I Won't Give Up - Jana Kramer

I WON'T GIVE UP

Don't tell me love is something you wont try again
That's just not true
But baby right now, maybe what you need is a friend
Well I'm here for you

Chorus:
I will be by your side
If ever you fall deep in the dead of the night
When ever you call
And I wont change my mind
No, ill see you through
And I won't give up, no I won't give up, I won't give up on you

You need someone who knows you from the inside out
The way I do
I've seen you walk the wire, never looking down
I believe in you

Chorus:
I will be by your side
If ever you fall deep in the dead of the night
When ever you call
And I wont change my mind
No, ill see you through
And I won't give up, no I won't give up, I won't give up on you

I will be by your side
If ever you fall deep in the dead of the night
And I won't give up, no I won't give up, I won't give up
You can call it love,
But I won't give up on you