Life Lesson 2

"The difference between a good day and a bad day is simply your attitude"

Ellen Casaba-Capiral

I met Ellen through her cousin who is also one of my best friends, Corrie Casaba. I don't really know her then. We barely spoke then. I remembered thinking “this girl is so refine" especial she spends her summer in a convent because she wanted to be a nun. I find her too good. Too nice. Too quiet. And I was the opposite - rough, bubbly, noisy and loud. I go to church but not as religious as she is!

Months later, we graduated high school and happened to see her again outside the registrar's office. Apparently, we were enrolled in the same university - not only that, we also have the same course and obviously, the same classes! And mind you, we were both lefty too! What a coincidence!

I was with my mom the but she called me out. We chatted like we've known each other for so long. It's just one of those times where you clicked with someone. It felt like that! To my surprise we complement each other and bubble our way through the day. Until the next day. And the next day. And the next day. I found another bff right there!

Even when we became as close as we can be, I still see differences. She has quiet moments - I don't. She liked to study in the library when we're free; I like to stay in the shed and "study". She wore skirts, I wore pants. We differ in so many ways but I believe those differences bring us closer to one another. We came to a point where you can't see one without the other. I had a blast with her!

Then my brother got into an accident and we need to sell our house for his hospital fees. My parents wanted me to stop my schooling but I never did. I worked in the dean's office, the clinic and the guidance office just so I have enough to bring home and help out with the finances at home. All through the whole ordeal, Ellen was there. When there was nobody else to turn to, she has there - sharing me her food, taking me to their house, etc. She was my source of strength during those days. I am very thankful to her for all she's done and the memories she created with me.

 During my darkest and gloomy days, she was there to brighten me up. She has helped me a big deal how to trust in God. Without her positivity, I've given up already. It's all thanks to her that I made it through.

The lessons I've learn from her is that attitude makes a big difference! And every time I am mad or sad, I remind myself of her words. In doing so, it has helped me a great deal staying positive, hopeful and cheerful, with whatever life throw in front of me.So, we don't need to have many friends. All it takes is one person who accepts you as a whole - both your good and bad attribute and who have positive influence in your life. Life is too short to spend with negativity. Let's embrace and live life in a positive manner only then will positive things come our way!

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