A Letter To My Dear Friends

I have been working on our Bible stories for use in our DVBS. This time, God gave me the theme of friendship. While studying the scriptures, I couldn't help but cry as I read the passages. This is not my first time reading the stories, but this time the message conveyed was so intense that I was moved to tears. Many Bible men and women showed such love and loyalty to their friends, no matter what. These remarkable examples of friendship are lessons we should all learn and emulate.

As I study the passages, I came to a point of realization where I found myself I wasn't that good friend who I thought I was. In my mind and in my heart I know I wanted myself to be the best friend one could ever have. Now, I have seen that I needed more effort to be a real good friend to all my friends. 

Why I don't consider myself poor

This afternoon, I had the chance to be at Laiya Beach again.  I really loved walking along the shore, feeling the breeze, watching the waves, and appreciating the blue waters.  I also can't resist playing in the sand, which I now enjoy with my kids.  I have a habit of picking up shells; I just can't help it whenever I see one. If there are no shells, I go home with at least a few pieces of colorful stones.  One thing that made me happiest today was having a very quiet time alone.  This was a very short moment, just a few minutes of walking along the shore by myself.  I appreciate every bit of nature.

My First Time Experiences

Whew, what a relief!  Now I can finally make my first post for 2014.   I had a very busy month.  Bakeshop owners like me experience the busiest days during the holidays.  We have been loaded with work and activities from the second week of December to the first week of January.  We can't take a vacation during Christmas and New Year because the nature of our business demands a greater workload during this holiday season.  The good news is that we can take our vacation anytime we want, before or after the holidays.  Last week, pakner4lyf and I had to fill in for our bakeshop staff's absence, which added a greater load of work for us.  I am glad and thankful that our staff has already returned from vacation and completed their tasks yesterday (and I am also hoping for the return of our bakers).  This allows me to sit in front of the computer and type this post that I could have published a few weeks ago.  I still have a lot of work to accomplish, including renewing our business license.

My Birthday Celebration - Late Post

I seem to let the days pass by without realizing that my birthday is fast approaching.  Text messages starting as early as the first week, along with emails and some people, remind me that my birthday is near, yet it doesn't spark any thrill or excitement.   Is it a sign that I am aging?

E-card from Nestle

Something's wrong with me; I know and feel it. I can't exactly tell what it is. Lately, I've felt too sensitive, stuck, lonely, and as if I'm losing some self-worth. There are times when I feel like bursting with anger. What's worse is that I feel no one is there to understand and help me anyway.

Only moms can fully understand...

I believe that all people whether young or old, male or female, regardless of status in life at some point sacrifices for a better purpose.

I used to wonder if I would be a good mom to my children. From the time I conceived my first son, my fears started about whether I could nurture and provide for our coming child. Since then, I have started praying that I can raise godly children following biblical principles. This way, I know I can never get it wrong.

My sacrifices as a mother started when I conceived for our firstborn son.

Look at how they grow

Lately I realized that sooner we'll no longer have a baby in the house.  After five years of being married we're blessed to have three lovely and so active children.  It always makes me smile remembering the first time I saw and hold them in my arms.  It brought a different warmth of feeling and such unexplainable joy!  It was one of the most precious moments I'll surely keep.

Given a chance to once more accept a well paid profession;I will no longer have any second thoughts

Lessons from year 2012

God has been good for the past year and I know He will remain faithful on the coming years ahead!  Year 2012 has taught me more lessons in life.

Nothing is permanent in this world.  "Everything changes except the word change", a line from one of my high school teachers that I won't forget.  Year 2012 reminded me of this fact that things changes and people too.  We can never be assured of the things to come nor of the promises from the people.  This changing world could not offer security; only God does.  With this fact, I learned to accept that people may fail me and material things cannot satisfy my longings.  Everything in this world is temporary be it relationships, but things of above will remain for eternity.

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It sure is a big relief to have someone offering a helping hand.  I'm sure all of us needs help because it's hard to accomplish a task when working alone.  A mom like me would most of the time gets tired and stressed with the whole day's work load.

The time I have announced to have a house helper was a relief.  Finally I have someone to help me doing the chores.  After a week of staying with us, Buena asked me that she needs to go home to attend the funeral of her aunt or uncle I'm not sure.  She promised to be back the next day.  Two days have passed, she's not yet back and we have no news about her.