Diarynigracia Says, Kuwait, OFW Journey
Year 2014 of Diary ni Gracia
Today is the last page of Year 2014 and as I look back how it has been for me here in Kuwait, I want to share my thoughts with you, dear Diary ni Gracia readers.
Before January 2014 ended, a trusted assistant had to resign from her post because she was overwhelmed by overlapping schedule; she is a mother, a wife and a business person so even if it was difficult for me to accept, I had to understand her situation. “If it is any consolation she told me, I will always be your friend.” Thankful to the Lord for her.
Not too long then, I received two applicants, single, pretty, working young ladies. A bit of training here and there and they were both set to go. Seeing how their work progresses daily, it brings a smile to my face knowing that they are learning, earning extra and satisfying my expectations of them and their output. They too have become like my younger sisters.
Kuwait has opened new doors for me this year. This host country has strengthened my friendships with a few, but trusted and very true friends who literally moved heaven and earth just to protect me and keep me safe. Little by little, Kuwait has given me back the confidence to trust people and situations.
My posts included simple things like my stress relievers after a long day here in Kuwait, to advices and tips, to information, to going back and picking up the pieces of my almost shattered advocacy for fellow Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).
My family and loved ones back home in the Philippines still need my assistance and they are my source of strength to carry on and move forward. Nanay is still sick but daily in my prayers, I am hoping for a miracle.
Oh yes, Kuwait has given me an inspiration too. A very special friend who understands both of my independence and my side that needs nurturing and heart warming treatment.
Most importantly, thank you so much dear Diary ni Gracia readers for always making your presence felt, for taking time and effort to read my blog, for sharing your thoughts as well. Today, make page 365 of your book of life worth remembering. Happy New Year and God bless us all !!!
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A multi-award-winning blogger and advocate for OFWs and investment literacy; recipient of the Mass Media Advocacy Award, Philippine Expat Blog Award, and Most Outstanding Balikbayan Award. Her first book, The Global Filipino Bloggers OFW Edition, was launched at the Philippine Embassy in Kuwait. A certified Registered Financial Planner of the Philippines specializing in the Stock Market. A recognized author of the National Book Development Board of the Philippines. Co-founder of Teachers Specialist Organization in Kuwait (TSOK) and Filipino Bloggers in Kuwait (FBK). An international member of writing and poetry. Published more than 10 books. Read more: About DiaryNiGracia
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Happy New Year, Mam Grace! Thank you for everything!
Jill xx
Happy New Year!
Your love and willingness to sacrifice for your nanay, for your family truly resonates with me.
And for that you’ll have a blessed 2015. Cheers! 🙂
Hi Gracia, loved how you ended the year with this post. Happy New Year, God bless, and more power to your blog! 🙂
Happy New Year and I pray that more of your wishes will come true. Cheers x
You know I always admire people who choose to work abroad. It takes a lot of courage and strength to do that especially since you have to start again somewhere new and far. I hope this 2015 will be another good year for you. 🙂
Hi Gracia! praying for your mom…blogging is a very good way to divert loneliness and stress into something productive.Keep it up!
Thanks to you as well. 🙂 Even if we’re just doing this simple comment exchange twice a week, I had known you through reading your posts. ^^ It was so much fun and I’m looking forward to reading more of your post this 2015. Happy new year! 🙂
Thanks also for sharing you beautiful stories. 🙂
Happy New Year Grace! Here’s to a more interesting 2015!
I am happy that you ended your 2014 glad as you can be. Belated Happy New Year to you and more blessings to come!
Happy New Year! Wishing you a good fortune, good health and happiness always be with you.