A Different Valentine's Story

I am in Bangkok, Thailand. No one to hug, no one to kiss, no one to share this day with. All those I love are in Manila. My girlfriend, my family and my friends. It may seem lonely. It may seem blue. I will not go out tonight. It may seem like a pity. It is not that I want to stay here are be sad. I'm getting ready for tomorrow.

It is a BIG day! It may be MONUMENTAL . But then again, it may also be a disappointment. My colleague will be flying here in a few hours. Actually, he is in transit as I write this blog. We are going to meet people that could change my company's fortune here in Thailand. I will elaborate when I feel like it. People close to me know what I am talking about.

This maybe my big break. My first deal. My first closure. It is big for me. As a 22 year old man working on his first job, being given the power, freedom and responsibility of a "seasoned veteran" this is an experience from which will make me a different person.

Almost 2 years ago, I had problems. Problems encountered mostly by people twice my age. I felt so down. so blue. so humiliated. The feeling is still very much alive in my heart. I learned, I forgave, but I never ever forget.

I will use those feelings tomorrow and try to use them in this opportunity to make up for my past 2 vulnerable years.

I may win, and be proud!
I may lose , and be vulnerable.
But one thing is certain...
Lessons I will gain...

My Valentines will begin when I get back.
After my bags have been unpacked...
I am not sad, not a bit...
I'll only celebrate after my goals I meet!

But to those who share this day with people they love,
All the happiness I wish you may have,
A romantic dinner, an BLISSful day,
Happy Happy Valentines Day! :)