“Thanks be to God!!!” … that was the first sentence that came out from my mouth when I knew and confirmed that I passed this very important test I took last year. Even up to now when I think of it, that glorious momentum of victory always makes me feel happy and fulfilled.

And as the saying goes… “Try and try until you succeed”, I’ve gone through tough times, many trials and failures, now I can proudly say… “At last… I have made it!”

But, how did I really make it? All great things will happen to your life if you will just have the perseverance, patience, right attitude and ask for the Lord’s guidance all the time.

Every one of us has different kinds of challenges in life. But one thing is for sure, believe in yourself that you can make it, don’t give up easily and always have the hope and faith, by God’s grace, every endeavor you have exerted will all be worth it in the end.

I’ve long been working at DepEd Balanga City, My Colleagues and Leaders have long been praying for my eligibility. It has brought so much pains, anxiety and confusion. I came to a point of nadir. I didn’t really trust and believe on my own capabilities. I lost my confidence Yet, my bosses never gave up on me, Our Superintendent, Dr. Carolina S. Violeta, initiated the review classes for us which were facilitated by the Education Program Supervisors, on our first wave of lessons then, was followed by another Review Classes which were facilitated by Powerful Speakers. I witnessed now everyone in the SDO really cheered and encouraged us to pursue a refresher course too in Graduate School.

All these efforts, I believe are the strong convictions given by the Holy Spirit to me. Truly, God is in control of everything. My Sweet Triumph is the fruit of the season of testing and trial in my life. The key is never to give up. Trust God and be willing to be molded by our tribulations.