Jolina A. Galupe
(November 15, 1995)
"I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry,whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength." - Philippians 4:12-13(NIV).This is the reason why I keep on pursuing myself to be humble.Which I learned the secret of being ccontent. But still seeking for love and affection to hold on. But knowing the plans and promises of God makes me stronger and brave to face trials and hardships. This is the story behind this verse for me.
(Jolina Abello Galupe is in the left side, wearing a reading glass)
I came from a poor family, my Mom is a housewife and my dad is a businessman in a gravel and sand corporation. I have eight siblings, (five brothers and 3 sisters). My oldest brother Roselito (22) and the second one, Joselito (21) is now working after they finish High School Degree, the third one after me Christian (20) stopped his schooling because of some reason. The rest of my siblings (Janna (18), Jam (17), Jayvee (16), Gina (15) and Jhemerome (14) are still studying, reaching their dreams to have a better future. Our parents are really problematic on how they will raise us. Even we, their children are thinking on what will be our future without plan A.
I�m Jolina Abello Galupe, a 3rd year college student taking Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Management in Quezon City Polytechnic University. I�m now 20 years old, a part timer and also a student. I�m working in a bakeshop as a Secretary where I learn a lot of things about managing business. It was crucial for me to enroll for college because my parents never planned about it. That�s what I know. But by the grace of God, I got enrolled. And it also because of the support of my friend, who helped me out on how to start with nothing but to trust God alone. When I was grade 5, I started to work, for me to be able to support my leisure, as well as my studies, that time I saw my classmates have their own stuff, like bags, shirts and even gadgets bought by their parents, which my parents never did to me because of lack of money. As time goes by, I understand that life is not just a bed of roses, and challenges and hardships are an integral element of life. Since my parents could not help me cover my college expenses in full, paying off my full tuition has become an important challenge for me. I combine a part-time job and full-time study to earn my living and my education. I learned to work not just for myself but for them. Still on the process of pursuing my studies to finish my profession. And I am looking forward to be successful entrepreneur with a business that will provide jobs for the people, soon.
My goals in life, is to be a successful person like Bill Gates, the owner of Microsoft: Steve Jobs, the owner of Apple, and lastly, Amancio Ortega, the owner of ZARA fashion clothes shop which is a great person with a humble heart. They are so devoted and determined to reach their dreams, and I admire them so much. That�s why I always look to their life as an inspiration to keep on going even if life is so tough for the beginner like me. The things that I mostly do is reading books and watching movies which give me advice on how to conquer the obstacles in reaching dreams. But GOD should not be the last; He should be the first of all anything else. I also read books about how my faith can be bigger than everything, can stronger than storm and can be brave like JESUS. I praise GOD, for my life, for experiencing this kind of life. I became stronger and stronger and dependent to trust Him. Now, I�m still looking forward to share His love to others.AND,I believe that GOD is not yet finish to me. As He always do His part, I will do my part aswell.