A Girl’s Notebook :)

Well, last weeks misfortune didn’t end up with a dissat. I came in late to work last Thursday because of a road accident along the fly ove C5. It’s a good thing that there was a 24 hour towing near the area and the affected vehicles have been moved to safety. The traffic though wasn’t as heavy as C5 traffic but I was still late.

That was actually my second time being late since I work at Dell. The first time was after the typhoon Ondoy, where I needed to walk from Rosario to Eastwood. That was sometime in September. The second time was last Thursday.

Well, at the end of the week, God still blessed me with a good sale which made me met total solution’s weekly target. He blessed me a system sale! Thanks be to God!

My week just started and so far everything has been good. I hope and I pray that the good fortune will continue to come. Amen.

Ciao!

Last week has not been that good for me. Well, I have been worrying about my sales revenue but I somehow overlooked the most important thing of all in my work. My manager told me last Friday that I received a survey with a neutral score. I really felt bad about it. I have been in the production floor almost 5 months now and this is the first time that I received a neutral score. We checked on the comment and the factors that affects customer’s dissatisfaction was the delay in shipping the parts and incomplete parts sent. I talked about this with my manager and he said that I can still catch up with my CE score since the month is just starting.

With that incident, I realized that the customer satisfaction is still the number priority in my work. I may not be a good seller though, but I know that I will be able to give our customer’s the best service that I can.

I hope and I pray that I would still be able to catch up with my CE score. I know that I can give an excellent customer service to our customers. Bless me God..Amen.

Ciao!

Well not in the Philippines. Although, the country us experiencing terrible hot weather lately, there are many states in the US which are experiencing winter storm. People must have been using different electric blanket to keep themselves warm. At work, I have been receiving calls with regard to delayed shipments due to the bad weather conditions in there. I just hope that sooner or later they will have a pretty fine weather already.

 Ciao!

My sister Pauline needed to download a thousand pictures last night. We borrowed ate Susan wireless broadband so she can work on her homework over night. We are using Sun Internet. There are few moments of downtime but the connection as a whole is satisfactory. While it is still here, I am taking advantage of it!

Patty and I are planning to get one for our own. But, we are still looking checking if we will be getting a Sun Broadband or we would consider Smart or Globe Tattoo. Your feedbacks about these different Wireless Broadband providers will be much appreciated!

Ciao!

I just love the movie Enchanted and the song.. Just enjoy the music. If you can relate, well just be happy and contented of who you are with right now..

So Close (Jon McLaughlin)

You’re in my arms
And all the world is calm
The music playing on for only two
So close together
And when I’m with you
So close to feeling alive

A life goes by
Romantic dreams will stop
So I bid mine goodbye and never knew
So close was waiting, waiting here with you
And now forever I know
All that I wanted to hold you
So close

So close to reaching that famous happy end
Almost believing this was not pretend
And now you’re beside me and look how far we’ve come
So far we are so close

How could I face the faceless days
If I should lose you now?
We’re so close
To reaching that famous happy end
And almost believing this was not pretend
Let’s go on dreaming for we know we are
So close
So close
And still so far

If my memory is right, last Wednesday night was my fifth one on one meeting with my Team Manager. I am glad that I was able to meet the metrics as a dependable technical support. I am happy with my CE score and I know that I am doing my job as a technical support. Although, there are still areas for improvement and I am really doing my best to meet my those targets. I have been doing a lot of thinking lately and weighing things out. Should I stay or should I go? I don’t know yet.  I am happy with my job as a technical support. I am learning a lot of things and I feel fulfilled whenever I hear my customer’s happy voices and laughter when I fix their technical problems. It’s just that the sales part of our metrics is giving me second thought of staying. I feel happy whenever I make a sale, because it will help me meet my sales target. But sometimes, it really makes me feel sad that we tend to sacrifice customer’s satisfaction just to meet the target. Even though my boss and my coaches always, imply that CE is still the number 1 focus, that doesn’t sound right when start hearing them shouting and pinging “BENTA BENTA BENTA” or PUSH FOR MORE SALES! Oh my, that really makes me sad. 

I understand the reason behind this. I know that the site’s goal is to be self-funded site. I also understand why our coaches put pressure on us because they too are getting pressures from their bosses.  Our coaches are very very helpful and patient especially when we are closing a sale (Thanks so much Mishie! :)).

I am happy with Dell because I am happy with the people around me. I have gained a lot of friends in the company and they are one reason why I am still there.  I am praying so hard everyday to God that He will bless me with good sales to meet my daily target. I am praying too that He will always grant me strength and patience. I hope that sooner or later I would be more comfortable creating a need for the customer without sacrificing their good experience with the company.

Well, I should be more diligent in closing sales, otherwise my dear TM will be forced to put me on a “program”. When that happens, then that would be the end of my Dell Story.

Ciao!

I wonder if Ney is serious of getting a Toyota Hi-Ace Van. Well, it’s actually his parents who told him of getting one. He told me they plan to have it rented. He asked me to visit a site to check the current car prices these days. I told him that I am in the “kinder” level when talking about cars. I admit it! I prefer to talk about computers and networking though!

I found one that would fit their plan. Well I hope I did a good choice. He will still be checking on it when he comes here.

Hopefully, honey will visit soon for I miss him so much already. Anyways, I’ll let you know if he approved my choice!

Ciao!

It took me a while to find the video of this song from Barbie as the Princess and the Pauper. Almost all the videos I found in you tube has been disabled for embedding, except for this one. Never mind the hungarian lyrics, just read through the English lyrics I have posted as well. I just love this song so much which I dedicate to my beloved cat, Chaka.

I wish I can sing it for you..

The Cat’s Meow

Whats Wrong Wofie, are ya sick
Something in your Throat?
Wait A Minute are you trying to meow?
Ah Fella
I can see it when you’re feeling low
You can’t hide that from me
You’re no status quo calico
So why keep trying to be?
‘Cause you’re more than that
You’re my doggish cat
I wish you could see the you I see
I say
If you bark
Celebrate it
Make your mark
Serenade it
Noah’s ark
Shoulda had a cat like you
And if
What you are
Is a strange you
Doesn’t mean
You should change you
Only means
You should change your point of view

Hey, feline
You fetch just fine
To thine ownself be true
Your bow wow’s
The cat’s meow
It’s how I know you’re you

You don’t need the bows
Or tiara
Bid your woes
Sayonara
Trust your nose
‘Cause it knows the way to go
When you
Chase your tail
You’re enchanting
Spirits sail
When you’re panting
When you wail
You’re a rover, Romeo

There is not
One hair of you
That I would rearrange
I love you the way you are
And that will never change
That will never change

When I was younger, I have always wanted to be an accountant. I love Mathematics so much! If Math is the waterloo of most students, it is actually my favorite subject along with Physics. That’s why when I was in grade school and if I were asked what course I will take in College, I always answer Accounting.

When I was in high school, I thought of another career to push through. I wanted to be an Engineer, a Civil Engineer to be exact. How I admire the engineers who built buildings, roads and flyovers. My love for Math grew deeper then. When I graduated from high school, computer industry has began to grow. The need for computer specialists began to boom as well. I ended up taking Computer Engineering in college. Well, my dream of becoming an Engineer was fulfilled.

I am glad though that I finished a course that is inline with computer technologies. I have been in the call center industry for years but the good thing about my work is that I am a technical support. My first support was Networking devices and now with a well known computer manufacturer.

Computer Engineers didn’t have any board exams because of the fast phases in Information Technology and Computer Industry. It’s a good thing though that there is a university that offers online degree for Information Technology that will enhance my knowledge and skills.

Western Governors Online University offers a good deal with regard to different programs which are very affordable and it is accredited. I have checked the courses they offer and I am planning to enroll in one of their online IT degree. I am actually thinking of enrolling in M.S. Information Security and Assurance.

I hope that I will be able to earn enough money so I can enroll very soon. Of course I would want to have a Master’s degree.

Ciao!

Since I learned that I have asthma, too, I have read different pamphlets on how I can prevent getting an asthma attack. Actually I have been reading different materials to help my daughter as well. I admit that one of the triggers of asthma is the allergen from pets. But, not all people who has asthma can be affected with the same allergen. That is why I am also studying the different triggers, which could cause asthma attack. I got this information from a pamphlet given from Medical City and I hope this would help a lot of asthmatic out there.

Here are some common triggers and some ways to help control them at home.  (Source: The Medical City)

Tobacco Smoke – Smoking should not be allowed in the home. Ask family members and friends to smoke outdoors. Ask your Lung Association how you can help.

Wood Smoke – Wood smoke is a problem for children and adults with asthma and allergies. Avoid wood stoves and fireplaces.

Pets – Almost all pets can cause allergies, including dogs, cats, and small animals like birds, hamsters, and guinea pigs. All pets should be removed from home if they trigger asthma and allergy symptoms. Pet allergen may stay in the home for months after the pet is gone because it remains in house dust. Allergy and asthma symptoms may take some time to get better.

If pet stays in the home, keep it out of the bedroom of anyone with asthma or allergies, weekly pet baths may help cut down the amount of pet saliva and dander in the home.

Sometimes you hear that certain cats or dogs are “non-allergenic.” There is no such thing as a “non-allergenic” furry pet. Tropical fish may be a good substitute.

Cockroaches – Cockroaches can be a big problem for some people with asthma. Tiny pieces of dead roaches and roach droppings end up in house dust and the air you breathe.

Like people, roaches need food and water a place to live. Help keep your home roach-free by storing food in sealable containers and keeping crumbs, dirty dishes and other sources of food waste cleaned up; fixing leaks and wiping up standing water; cleaning up clutter where roaches find shelter. If you still have a problem and you choose to use a pesticide, be sure to use it safely, and as directed on the label. Baits are less likely than sprays or foggers to harm your lungs.

Mold and Mildew – When moisture in the air is high, mold and mildew can be a problem in bathrooms, kitchens and basements. Make sure there areas have good air circulation and are cleaned often. The basement in particular may need a fan or a dehumidifier. Remember – the water that collects in the dehumidifier must be emptied and the container cleaned often to prevent growing mildew.

Mold may grow on foam pillow when you perspire. Wash pillow cases every week, dry thoroughly and make sure to change it every week. You may change to a fiber-filled pillow. Mold also grow in the soil of houseplants, so check them often. You may have to keep all plants outdoors.

Dust Mites – Dust mites are tiny, microscopic animals usually found in house dust. Several thousand mites can be found in a pinch of dust. Mites are one of the major triggers for people with allergies and asthma. They are one of the most difficult triggers to get rid of.

Hope this helps!

Ciao!

While I am dusting our the frame of our family picture, I cannot help but miss my father. He’s been gone for 3 years now yet I still cry whenever I remember him. He may not be the perfect father and husband in the world, but he had loved us so much.

I remember when he was still alive; he loved playing Monopoly with us. And, he took the game seriously! He also loved singing the songs of Tom Jones and Engelbert Humperdinck. His favorite song is Delilah of Tom Jones. There was a time that I got irritated because he was singing Delilah on top of his voice, and I was just starting to get a good sleep from a night shift. Another thing that I will not forget about him was his many attempts to grow his hair. And, the I guess the most effective way he tried as hair loss treatment was using aloe vera leaves.

Aloe Vera

I know papa is happy with God now. Even if he’s not around anymore, his love for us will continue to live on.

Ciao!

Last February 25, the Philippines celebrated the 24th anniversary of People Power Revolution (or the EDSA Revolution). The People Power revolution paved way to remove the martial law president, Ferdinand Marcos from power. The same incident made the late president Corazon C. Aquino the first woman president of the country. A simple and gentle yet intelligent homemaker led the country and brought democracy back.

I was only 4 years old then. I remember that I used to join my father climbing the roof of our neighbor. My kuya Michael and kuya Nomer even lent me telescope so I could see the “tora-toras” flying in the sky. We live in Rosario, and the incident happened in EDSA Ortigas which is just about 10minutes away from where we live. I have no idea what was happening then. All that matters to me then was I enjoyed watching little planes flying.

Handog ng Pilipino sa Mundo (Gosh this video and song make me cry always.)

Only when I went to school that I realize the importance of that incident. I always get teary-eyed when I see in the tv the nuns and the people from different walks of life joined arms and prayed the holy rosary together. That event really proved the power of prayers. It also showed that we Filipinos could make our country a better place to live in if we will be working hand and hand.

Remembering EDSA Revolution will never be the same without the democratic icon, Cory Aquino. She may have left us last year but her legacy, her courage and the love she had for our country will continue to inspire every Filipino as the next century unfolds.

Ciao!