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Celine Barrozo
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I am not sure how to do my year-end summary this year since we're too paranoid
about travelling because of the pandemic. For inspiration, I read all the
year-end post I've had since 2012.
I never realized how much I travelled before and how happy I was. Before, I
was happy and broke, visiting new places and meeting people. Now, I am not
broke, but I don't travel, and I am not as happy as I was during my carefree
younger years.
For fun, here's a link to all my year-end posts in chronological order:
For this year, I will make a list of the top 20 things that made me happy, I
accomplished, or that happened in my life this year.
What made me happy or smile
I'll try to group the things I list down here. The first part are things that
made me happy.
Number 1. Jomar
We started working from home in March 2020, and I am so glad that I love
Jomar, or else it would have been unbearable. He's a fun co-working space
officemate. We would eat cookies in the afternoon, and when I am swamped
talking with customers, he will refill my water. Being with Jomar 24/7 has been an amazing experience.
Jomar and I during our rare trip to Downtown Vancouver to run errands.
Number 2. Snow
At the start of 2020, we got a healthy amount of snowfall here in Vancouver,
and I still love it. I am like a child seeing snow for the first time every
time! We would walk from home to work while it's snowing, and I am so amused
at how beautiful everything is. Here is a video I took on one of our walks
going home from work last January.
Number 3. Spring
We stayed at home in March and April, so I thought I'll miss out on spring,
but the tree behind our apartment building was flowering (is that a term?),
and it's comforting. I would open our balcony door and let the fresh air in
and watch the flowers outside. God is good.
Beautiful spring flowers in our backyard.
Number 4. Fall / Autumn
Taking a walk to grab groceries and being rewarded by trees and clear skies
like the picture below is why I decided to stay in Canada. I just love it so
much!
Who knew running errands would be rewarded with such a beautiful view?
Things that happened
In this section, I am listing things / events down in chronological order.
Number 5. First and Last Whitecaps Game at BC Place
My brother, Jomar, and I watched the first home game of the Vancouver
Whitecaps FC at BC Place with 22,000 people on February 29, 2020. They lost,
but who knew that would be the first and last time we're going to watch them
for the year. Here's a video I took.
Number 6. Working from Home
We have been blessed to still be employed and working from home this year.
Thank God!
Number 7. Mother's Day
Mother's Day this year is extra special since it's the first time Jomar and I
visited my family in Richmond since working from home in March. We ordered
Korean cuisine - my mom's favourite.
Happy Mother's Day!
Number 8. Youngest Sister's High School Graduation
Yay! Congratulations, Alyanna! She wasn't able to attend the graduation
ceremony because of the pandemic, but since we already rented out (or
purchased - not really sure) the graduation gown might as well dress up and
take photos. It's also the week of my mom's birthday.
This is a rare photo of Alyanna smiling. It needs to be framed.
Number 9. Summer at Kitsilano Beach
My parents, youngest sister, Jomar, and I spent a couple hours near
Kitsilano beach during summer. It was their first time there.
My parents people watching in Kits Beach
Number 10. Picnic at Queen Elizabeth Park
My younger sister missed our day at Kitsilano Beach, so she organized an
outdoor picnic at Queen Elizabeth Park. We found a great spot near the Rose
Garden and ordered lunch for delivery via Skip The Dishes.
My parents enjoying the shade under the tree.
Number 11. Smog at White Rock Pier
I wish it was misty beautiful fog, but no, it's really smoke from a forest
fire happening in Washington State in the USA that reached White Rock and yet
here we were walking around and eating our ice cream.
We're at Canada's Longest Pier
Number 12. Turkey for Thanksgiving
I convinced my sister Therese to cook turkey (which she did in 2018) to
celebrate Thanksgiving. It's the first time we're complete for Thanksgiving.
The turkey has been carved and is now served with stuffing, mashed
potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce.
Number 13. My Birthday Celebration
This year's birthday is made special since it's the last time things are open
before they are restricting things again because of the increase in COVID-19
cases. Honestly, the best thing about this birthday is spending time with the
family... it's actually the cake. I am still not over how much I love that
mocha cake I ordered from Arts to Bakes.
My Filipino birthday celebration - Mama's spaghetti, kare-kare, lumpiang
shanghai, kwek-kwek, Filipino-style barbeque, and mocha cake.
Mocha Cake
Number 14. Christmas Celebration
It's the first Christmas that we didn't spend with my family, but we had a
delicious Noche Buena and we received a lot of gifts from family, friends, and
colleagues.
Noche Buena
Gifts
Things I accomplished
Number 15. Quit Work
Jomar has been asking me to quit since July 2019 (after our Catholic wedding
in the Philippines). I stayed one more year before deciding it's finally time
to leave.
This is the farewell and thank-you meeting the team organized during my
last day.
I was actually recognized as employee of the month last May 2020.
This is the last holiday dinner I had with the team.
Number 16. New Work
Helping a family business and their customers is fulfilling. I realized I am
"built" for small businesses or start-ups, where I feel accomplished by the
end of the day. I am not a fit for big corporation culture where I am seen as
just a number.
New desk to signify my new work and we got a new modem and router too.
Number 17. YouTube Videos
I have started a YouTube channel to upload random Pokemon GO videos. I just
upload videos there and get so amused by how I'm getting views. I also helped
QSR create videos for teachers on how to use G Suite for Education. I pray
that it helps the teachers back in the Philippines.
Shiny Alolan Grimer
Number 18. Food Blog
I have not been posting anything on this travel blog since I haven't done any
travelling. However, I am still eating out and ordering things for delivery,
so my food blog is well maintained.
Travelling may have stopped, but eating out is still a thing. Visit my
food blog!
Number 19. Supporting Filipino-owned businesses in Metro Vancouver
If you check my
food blog, all the weekend of August, we supported Filipino home-based entrepreneurs
trying to make end meets by selling food online. We purchased from a handful
of them and were treated to the delicious food we missed back in the
Philippines.
This ube cake is the first purchase I made from a Filipino home-based
entrepreneur.
Number 20. Google Certified Educator Level 1 and Level 2
My GCE Level 1 and 2 certification expired last 2018 and I didn't see a point in
renewing since I do very little work with the education sector and G Suite. Ms. Myna
encouraged that I take the certification exam again which I did right before the
year ended.
Thank God 2020 is over and we made it. I hope and pray that 2021 will be a kinder year to all of us.
Jomar and I will have our Philippine Catholic wedding in July. To enlighten those who want to have their Sacrament of Holy Matrimony in the beautiful and historic Manila Cathedral, I will share with you how much it cost. Why did we pick Manila Cathedral? I want to say because it's historic and beautiful. But honestly, it's because Manila Cathedral has relevant information on their website for a couple like us living and already legally married abroad. Ms. Donna also responds to our email and calls promptly. The bonus is it's historic and beautiful. According to one of my Ninang, " ang haba ng walk down the aisle mo ." I didn't think of that. I'm not sure if I like it. LOL. They also have a dashboard where you complete the forms, and it lists what you need to submit and when. It's pretty impressive. Process The first thing you do is go to their website and reserve a wedding date. After you cr
After 9 months of planning and preparation, this is it! It is our wedding in the Philippines in front of family and friends. I want to tell you that it was magical and amazing, but much of it was a blur, but I'll do my best to describe how I felt. I love the Blessing Photography creative shots after the ceremony! It was my turn to walk down the aisle - everybody (from the Manila Cathedral guide to the videographer at the back) is telling me to slow down. I didn't even know that I'm walking fast! I want to tell you that I was nervous or scared, but at that moment, I felt calm and genuinely joyful. As I walk going to the altar, I saw... My Parents They look amazing. My mom holding her tears and my dad looking dashing. Jomar My instinct is to look for Jomar, and when I saw him in front - a wave of excitement and love went over me. All the anger from earlier vanished. I hate how much I love Jomar at that moment. Jomar, his parents, and Wayne (best ma
What is Google Workspace? Google Workspace is a cloud-based productivity suite that helps teams communicate, collaborate and get things done from anywhere and on any device. It's simple to set up, use and manage, so your business can focus on what really matters. Here are some highlights: Business Email Business email for your domain look professional and communicate as you@yourcompany.com. Gmail’s simple features help you build your brand while getting more done. Access from any location or device Check emails, share files, edit documents, hold video meetings and more, whether you're at work, at home or on the move. You can pick up where you left off from a computer, tablet or phone. Enterprise-level management tools Robust admin settings give you total command over users, devices, security and more. Get a free 14-day trial and exclusive discount. Sign up using my link https://goo.gl/c27JN8 and get a free 14-day tri
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