1. Officially graduated from law school. - 'Though I finished law school last October of 2009, the actual graduation ceremony took place on April 16. Yes, the road was long and arduous. Challenges and obstacles here and there. But as cliche as it may sound, the journey is more important in the end, and what matters is you crossed the finish line and didn't quit. The law career may not be the perfect fit for me, but I was able to make my family happy (or relieved I should say) for this final achievement of my educational career.
2. Survived the bloody Bar Exams. - The final battle of all law students. Time went by so fast that the exams were finally over! 9 months of preparation, prayers and play time (to balance my well-being) were all worth it thanks to my friends and family who were always there to support me and just keep me sane throughout the entire journey. The exams were really tough, but I gave it my best and answered every question in a "lawyerly" manner. Whatever the outcome, I can proudly say that I didn't give up and was able to finish the Carpio-Morales Bar Exams.
3. Law school to Law office. - After law school I helped out as a legal assistant in a law firm in QC, and despite the short stint, I was able to be a part of very wonderful people and learned a lot of stuff, especially on how to deal with different kinds of people.
4. Evolution from a 5-K runner to a half-marathoner. - I was hooked with the running fever during the last quarter of 2009, and I am very happy that I have upgraded to finishing 21K. Running has gave me a lot of lessons in life, especially the 1st 21K that i finished last August where I firmly believed that by doing so, I am ready to take the Bar with no hesitations. Come 2011, it's time to conquer the full marathon!
5. Firestarter to the RunChaos - Early this year, I suggested running to my good friend Ahia Francis Chua, who was looking for a way to keep fit and recover from a knee injury at the same time. He enjoyed running, gathered a few more friends to try running, and thus Run Chaos running group was born. The group is composed of ordinary people who just loved to run, and I am fortunate enough to be part of them. They are like family to me whenever we have runs, and I enjoy their company especially with their hilarious antics! Age, indeed, is nothing but a number!
6. The rise of Golden Morthee. - 2008 and 2009 were tough times for our family business, especially with the old wholesale business going down. Fortunately, the four of us (Dad, Mom, Chels and me) were able to bounce back and make a good transition to the ladies' fashion industry. Although the business is still experiencing growing pains, I know Mom and Chels will become successful and famous in the near future.
7. Birthday Run and Outreach. - One of my dreams is to someday organize my own fun run and give back to the less fortunate on my birthday. It was partially realized last December 5 when I was able to gather some of my friends, mostly first timers, to join the 5K of QC International Marathon. Part of the proceeds were used to purchase Vitameal bags for Lifeline Foundation's feeding program. Someday, I will be able to help more people, and I am looking forward to that day.
8. Back to the "old" new house - New year, new beginning! It's time to move out of the old house and go back to the new house starting 1/1/2011. A new environment would be very conducive to brainstorming for our businesses, and hopefully will cure us from our own bad habits.
9. Shifting to a different career path and helping people through financial education. - Although I was able to finish law school on a high note, being a successful entrepreneur/businessman is still my first love. Thanks to Jenny, I was introduced to Create Abundance, a business community of very open-minded and positive individuals who want to be financially free not just for themselves, but for the country as well. Right after the Bar Exams (hangover and all), I was able to take the 1st Wealth Course, and the rest is history. Joining CA opened me up to a new world of possibilities, and I am very happy because I am able to spread financial education to the Filipino people while doing our own businesses.
10. Jenny and I on the same page. - Jenny resigned from corporate life (for good) at the same time I was reviewing for the Bar. Talk about good timing! If she was still employed, I foresee a lot of fights due to lack of time for each other. Now that the exams are all over, Jenny and I are now able to synchronize our priorities and do our own business together. It takes the both of us to be open-minded and work together for the business to grow, and so far, I can say that we are a pretty good combination! I strongly believe that 2011 will be a very good year for us, and this is a great opportunity for us to enjoy life, give back to our parents, and build our dreams.
To everyone who were a part of my Year 2010, thank you very much! 2011 will be better than the last, and I am ready to embark on new adventures and face new challenges that life has to offer. :)
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