I still clearly remember that day, it was in November 2011, at about 6 am in the morning. I knocked at the door to tell my mom the bad news. There was no answer, I knew that she already knew what happened and she's there at the other side of the door, silently weeping and mourning. She knew that Cheenie was already dead. Cheenie is our pet, a black dachshund who has been my mother's beloved dog. After an hour of gaining her strength, my mom went out of their bedroom, together with her favorite pink towel. She went outside where Cheenie's body lay and gently wrapped its lifeless body. We broke into tears. We buried her little body in our backyard.

      Time had passed and they came one by one. New dogs entered our home. First was Pandoy, a black and white Aspin, he is the smartest of them all. He is the one who guarded the house and he instantly barks whenever he hears something.


     Next is Beagle, a crossbreed of pug and beagle. Beagle on the other hand is the protector, he is so thoughtful, he is the peace maker of our dogs. He is the sleepyhead baby.


     Then came Tommy, our mini schnauzer, he is the sweetest of them all, he is always there tailing me wherever I go. He always woke me up with his morning kisses.


      And lastly Negra the pug, the youngest of them all, and since she is still a puppy, she is the destroyer, the litterer. (Don't blame me for the names, it was my mom's choice XD)

      They are our dogs. For the past years of their existence, they put colors to my life and make me change the way I see friendship. These dogs had been my companion. They always make me laugh, warm me with their bodies when it's cold, dissolves my stress away. They are my diversion. At hard times when I feel like I am lost, I talk to them, they are just there listening as I cried down, they never judge nor leave me. They never complain. They offer their little bodies to be hug giving the comfort I need. They might be a major headache but reminiscing those moments now makes me laugh. Even though they torn my precious project, divided my charger into two, send my undies in the front yard, stole our viand, chomp my favorite slippers and shoes, make my stuffed toy go blind and many more, despite of the mess they may bring to our house, I love them :)

      In this world, I am just a raindrop in these flood of people. I am just an ordinary girl, a nobody. But behind those big brown eyes of them, I am a somebody, I am someone special because in their eyes we mean the world to them. The four corners of our house is not only their playground, but to them it is their paradise. They gave me a reason to come home early because I know they are eagerly waiting for my return, that they are so excited to see me and play with me. 

 "You were born an original,  don't die a copy". A statement I read on someone's shirt when I was walking down the street. Then realization hits me. People now a days copy styles from artists they like or trying to fit in for what is mainstream, finding their place for them to be accepted by the society.  It is funny how the society puts a label to beauty. 

       Beauty isn't all about the make ups, those eyebrows on fleek,  those red juicy plumped lips and those long straight hair or glamorous big curls. The true essence of beauty is all about appreciation and acceptance.  In order for you to find that beauty inside of you is first,  love yourself. Learn how to appreciate the gifts God has given to you. Everyone is beautiful in their own ways. Accept yourself completely by embracing all of your flaws. Those things completes you as a whole. Everyone is imperfectly perfect. If you learn to love yourself it will lead to happiness. The state in which you find contentment, pleasure and joy. Happiness is everywhere, all you have to do is to find it.

      The best way for you to enjoy happiness is to share it. Share it with your loved ones, build a good relationship with others. Create tight bonds and ties. A little act of kindness leads to friendship. Who doesn't love a lot of friends? Friends who love you and to whom you can rely with. Friends who will join your adventure and ride the roller coaster of your life. Those exciting moments, unforgettable experiences and beautiful places you've been. The camaraderie you build with each other. Everything is fun especially when shared.

       The only possible way for us to stop time is to capture a picture of it. Capture stunning shots and treasure all the beauty around you. Seize wonderful moments and share it to the world. Time fly so fast but you can always reminisce those astonishing memories you've created by looking back at the pictures you've taken. Enjoy these extraordinary privileges without breaking the ties between you and your loved ones.
          Life is beautiful. So start finding the true beauty that shines inside of you.