Saturday, August 18, 2012

Of Yarns and Papers


Paulo Coelho truly captured my heart's sentiment, "And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it." His book, The Alchemist, continuously speaks of how “It is the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting”. When I first read this book, it made me question what my quest in life is. What is it that I am passionate about - so passionate that I will pursue it until my hands are wrinkled and my hair all gray? What does my heart desire? Aside from building a loving family with Cuppycake and pursuing a corporate career which I excel at, what cause/work should I do that will make me proud and will bring joy to others? How can I glorify God? These questions have been in my mind for the longest time and answers did not come easy. It has troubled my nights and questioned my heart. Others may have discovered their passion in life earlier on. For singers, dancers, actors, artists, etc., realization of their deep passion for their talents may have dawned on them while they were still young and so they persevered to build their careers and enhance their crafts. But this is not true in my case.

It was during the preparation of our wedding that I rediscovered the joy in crafting and how wonderful it felt creating handmade things. From then on, I’ve been actively helping out friends in making personalized details for their weddings, bridal showers and parties. Knowing that they appreciate my labor of love feels like I’m floating on air while my soul dances with glee. And slowly it sank to me… Crafting is my passion! And I want to share it to those whose hearts are open to accept them.
My journey to pursue crafting was not light and easy but God has been great and keeps on inspiring me to move forward. There are obstacles along the way but He has never left my side. God is constantly whispering to me, “Go and chase your dream!” It is true that if we trust and remain faithful to Him, He will continuously bless us with opportunities. It is up to us whether or not we will seize and embrace them.
With much love and excitement, I’m very happy to share that my first ever client for 2013 confirmed!!! Thank you Dani and Paolo for trusting me and letting my labor of love be a part of your wedding. I am certain that God will use my hands as instruments to create beautiful things for you.


To my partner in crime, my quirky and beloved husband, Cuppycake, your creative direction, unending patience, and support you lovingly give me helped Candidly Pretty bloom =) Thank you so much!!!
Cheers to crafting! Cheers to life! Cheers to love!

5 comments:

  1. Congrats Ziz! Always know that You can do all things if you really chase after your dreams! Know that we are always here for you! :) Hooray!! :)

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    1. Ziz, thank you so much! Do you know how happy I get when I daydream with you? =) hihi

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    2. I just read this! I feel the same way ziz, don't worry! :) Hope to see you again soon! :)

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  2. God is indeed great! There was a time when my dad gave me an ultimatum...either Ill go to work again or we'll never be okay again...I was so down that day so I just prayed, "Lord, what will I do..what will I do?".. I opened the bible and He answered right away... I can't remember the exact verse but it was about...just moving forward and staying on the path I am currently on... :)

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    1. Let's continue moving forward with our dreams in our hearts. No stopping even if everyone is telling us we are crazeee! God will always be by our side and He will bless those who work for his glory! =)

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