"Me Thwar Mar Par" (I Will Forget You) - English Lyrics

Verse 1: I kept you in a safe place in my heart, But you were always cruel, always hurting me. I gave you my everything, my deepest love, But it was never enough to make you stay.

Chorus: I will forget you, I truly will. I’ll forget the pain you caused and the tears I cried. I am taking my heart back now, step by step. I am finding my own way, leaving your shadow behind. From now on, my heart belongs only to me.

Verse 2: I thought I couldn't live without you, But I was wrong—I was just lost in the illusion. I am finally waking up to the truth of who you are. I don’t need your excuses or your "clues" anymore. I am closing the door, and this time, it’s for good.

Chorus (Outro): I will forget you, I truly will. The person I was when I loved you is gone. I am stepping into the light, finally free. I will forget you... and I will finally find myself.

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The Grace of Not Being Chosen

We live in a culture obsessed with the "win." From the time we are girls, we are conditioned to want the crown, the "yes," the seat at the table, and the ring on the finger. We are taught that being chosen is the ultimate validation of our worth. Whether it’s a job promotion, a prestigious social circle, a romantic proposal, or even a creative opportunity, we view the "selection" as the moment our lives finally begin.

But there is a quiet, transformative power in the moments when the door remains shut. There is a specific kind of grace found in not being chosen.

The Protection of the Closed Door

Often, we mourn a rejection because we are only looking at what we lost, not what we were spared. In our professional lives, not being chosen for that high-level executive role might feel like a failure. However, three months later, you might realize that the position would have cost you your peace, your health, or the time needed to launch your own venture.

"Rejection is often just redirection in a very convincing disguise."

When we aren't chosen, we are being steered away from paths that were never meant to carry the weight of our purpose. Grace lies in the protection - the universe’s way of saying, "Not this, because there is something that fits your soul better."

The Reclamation of Self-Validation

When someone else chooses us, we hand them the gavel to judge our value. If a social group doesn't invite you in, or a partner decides you aren't "the one," the initial sting is a blow to the ego.

However, the grace of being overlooked is that it forces you back to yourself.

• You learn to choose yourself.

• You stop performing for an audience that was never going to applaud anyway.

• You find your "Why" independent of external consensus.

In the silence of not being picked, you finally hear your own voice. You realize that your "un-chosen" status doesn't make you "less than"; it makes you free.

The Freedom to Pivot

Being "chosen" often comes with a set of expectations and a rigid script. When you are the one picked for the task, you are beholden to the person who picked you.

When you aren't chosen, you owe no one anything. You have the radical freedom to:

1. Pivot: Change your career path without the guilt of "wasting" a promotion.

2. Experiment: Try a new hobby or lifestyle that doesn't fit the "image" of the group you wanted to join.

3. Rest: Accept that this season isn't about output, but about gathering your strength for the next door.

Redefining the Narrative

The "Grace of Not Being Chosen" isn't about sour grapes or pretending it doesn't hurt. It’s about acknowledging the pain and then looking for the hidden gift. It is the realization that your life is not a series of auditions.

You are not a product waiting on a shelf for a buyer. You are the architect of your own experience. Sometimes, the best thing that ever happened to us is the person who said "no," the company that sent the "we’ve moved in another direction" email, and the crowd that didn't make room.

They didn't reject you; they released you to find the place where you don't have to be "chosen"- because you already belong.

 

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Finding Playful Breaks That Actually Work: My New Go-To Casual Games

Hi everyone,

If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you already know this about me: when my days get packed with teaching, planning, and writing, I need tiny pockets of joy to reset my brain. Recently, I stumbled onto something surprisingly refreshing—and yes, unexpectedly addictive.

A few weeks ago, a friend casually messaged me saying, “You should try this site—I’ve been playing some of their games and they’re actually good.” She was talking about a collection of online games on culinaryschools.org. I’ll admit, I didn’t jump in right away. I’m pretty selective with web games because so many are packed with ads or feel like quick sugar hits—fun for a moment, then totally forgettable.

But I finally gave the site a chance… and ended up playing longer than I’m willing to confess.

Why I Ended Up Staying Longer Than Expected

One thing I appreciated right away is how easy it is to navigate. Instead of one massive page of endless scrolling, the games are organized into categories that actually make sense. So depending on your mood, you can jump straight into:

• 🧠 Brain games: logic puzzles, card games, mahjong

• 🕹️ Arcade games: platformers, running games, match-3, cross-the-road types

• ⚽ Sports games: soccer, golf, basketball, and more

As someone who uses short breaks to reset between tasks, I loved having the option to choose a “mental snack” that suited how I was feeling in the moment.

The Games I Personally Tried (and Actually Enjoyed)

I want to be honest: I really did play these before writing about them, and some of them were genuinely delightful.

🎨 Tower of Colors: Island Edition

Simple, colorful, and oddly therapeutic. It’s the kind of game that lets your brain switch off in the most satisfying way. Perfect after a long day of teaching.

🍨 Papa’s Freezeria

This one pulled me in the longest. A time-management, ice-cream-building game where you try to juggle customer orders—way more fun than I expected. Beware: you might become irrationally invested.

🚗 Drift Boss

This game gave me the classic “just one more try” feeling. It looks easy but requires spot-on timing, which kept me coming back again and again.

🍰 Merge Cakes

A cosy merge game that rewards you with cute new items as you level up. Chill, simple, and perfect for winding down.

Who These Games Are Good For

Something I didn’t expect: not all the games are kid-only. Some absolutely are, but others are surprisingly challenging or strategic—nice options for adults who want a quick mental escape.

These games work well for:

• Teachers looking for brain breaks or early-finisher activities

• Parents who want safe, simple games for kids

• Anyone who enjoys easy, relaxing browser-friendly fun

• People like me who need small, joyful pauses between responsibilities

I’m glad my friend nudged me to try the site. It’s refreshing, clean, and has enough variety to keep things interesting—without feeling overwhelming. If you’re curious or just need a fun little break during the day, browsing their game categories is honestly worth it.

Here’s where you can explore: culinaryschools.org/kids-games/

And if you want to jump straight into the ones I enjoyed most:

• Tower of Colors: Island Edition

• Papa’s Freezeria

• Drift Boss

• Merge Cakes

If you end up trying any, message me and tell me which one hooked you!

Have fun,

 

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NBDB Sends Off PH delegation to the World’s Largest Book Fair

 

The National Book Development Board (NBDB) rolled out a spirited send-off for more than 100 Filipino publishers, authors, illustrators, and creatives bound for the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair (FBM), happening from October 15 to 19, where the Philippines takes the spotlight as its Guest of Honour (GoH).

 The evening celebration, held at the 2025 Manila International Book Fair at the SMX Convention Center on September 11, brought together the country’s diverse delegation for networking and a toast to this historic moment in global publishing.

 

Guests at the send-off were given an exclusive first look at the Philippine Pavilion – a 2,300 square-meter cultural space featuring daily author talks, installations, performances, and more than 65 interdisciplinary programs highlighting Philippine literature and creativity.

 

“The National Book Development is here to ensure that all of you are ready to present our books to the world,” said NBDB Executive Director and Philippines as Guest of Honour (PhlGoH) Project Co-Director Charisse Aquino-Tugade. “Because when we step into Frankfurt, we bring not just our stories and books, but also the diverse voices and imaginations of the Filipino people. This is our chance to show the world that the Philippines’ creative industries are worth investing in.”

 

At the Frankfurt Book Fair, the world’s largest, oldest, and most prestigious book fair and rights marketplace where the global “who’s who” in publishing gathers annually, the Philippine delegation will showcase the richness of Philippine publishing, spanning contemporary and speculative fiction, poetry, children’s literature, nonfiction, and graphic novels and comics.

 

This historic milestone is made possible through the collaboration of the NBDB, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, the Department of Foreign Affairs, and the Office of Senator Loren Legarda.

 

As Guest of Honour, the Philippines will enjoy unprecedented visibility at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025, opening doors to translation deals, international rights trading, cultural exchanges, and global readership growth.

 

Festive yet forward-looking, the send-off marked the culmination of years of preparation, and the start of an extraordinary journey as the Philippines takes its boldest leap yet onto the biggest global stage for books and ideas.

 

To learn more about the National Book Development Board and its upcoming activities, visit books.gov.ph, and follow the NBDB through its social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X.

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