Temporary Home by Carrie Underwood

Little boy, 6 years old
A little too used to bein' alone.
Another new mom and dad,another school,
Another house that'll never be home.
When people ask him how he likes this place...
He looks up and says, with a smile upon his face,

"This is my temporary home
It's not where I belong.
Windows and rooms that I'm passin' through.
This is just a stop, on the way to where I'm going.
I'm not afraid because I know this is my
Temporary Home."

Young mom on her own.
She needs a little help, got nowhere to go.
She's lookin' for a job, lookin' for a way out,
Because a half-way house will never be a home.
At night she whispers to her baby girl,
"Someday we'll find our place here in this world."

"This is our temporary home.
It's not where we belong.
Windows and rooms that we're passin' through.
This is just a stop, on the way to where we're going.
I'm not afraid because I know this is our
Temporary Home."

Old man, hospital bed,
The room is filled with people he loves.
And he whispers don't cry for me,
I'll see you all someday.
He looks up and says, "I can see God's face."

"This is my temporary Home
It's not where I belong.
Windows and rooms that I'm passin' through.
This was just a stop,on the way to where I'm going.
I'm not afraid because I know... this was
My temporary home."

This is our temporary home. 

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I'm really touched by this song. I even couldn't tell you exactly how many times I already listened to this song today and until now I am listening. The message is really great though there's some sadness but when you try to deepen it, the joy of knowing that amidst all the problems and difficulties people are experiencing, somewhere out there... we have our "home". Everything in this planet earth is just a temporary.

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The Soul That Surfs Me

Few hours ago I just finished watching the film "Soul Surfer." I was encouraged to watch it because I when I first saw the trailer few months ago, I was already excited to watch. Then I remember this morning about it, after church during lunch time I then searched the movie to watch. This is a true story about faith, family and fighting to get back on the board.  Another good thing is, the movie is based on a real-life experience of Bethany Hamilton, the main character and an award winning professional surfer now. And one more thing, my first favorite bible verse is also featured here; Jeremiah 29:11. hehe

I love movies who have great messages and this is one of those movies that I find awesome. The impact of their lines and messages are applicable to my life and to others as well and I usually share the movie to some of my friends so they will be blessed too. I am happy to know and discover that I am able to watch movie now for I was not used to before. I praise and thank the Lord because through this film I learned and being reminded that having a wider faith and trust can make everything possible. I am all blessed with the characters. The family relationship is so incredible. I can't give enough details for it will too long to tell. The great friendship is lovely. Nothing changes after the big trials. And the way they approach and face every set-backs, you can really find the courage and faith believing that everything will be okay. What a great balance! So, I highly recommend you my readers to watch this film so you will know my feelings and be blessed as well. 

Some movie lines I hardly can't forget...

"I don't want easy. I only need possible.
Love bigger than tsunami, stronger than fear.
When you get in the impact zone, get back-up.
A small step is a good direction.
Compassion can drive us to do amazing things and gives us perspective.
It's hard to look at things that are too close to you.
I could never embraced this many people with two arms."

On the other hand, I also found this link which helped me remember of some famous line and dialogues in the movie and deepen it more. 

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http://briandoddonleadership.com/2011/04/09/10-leadership-quotes-and-principles-from-soul-surfer/

Photo courtesy of Google

The Nature or Nurture

Disclaimer: I am not an expert nor have a full-length knowledge about the topics below. But I am definitely a keen observer. I observe a lot and try to interpret it within myself, associate it to some experiences whether mine or not or save it in my memory bank and eventually when it's full and ready I formulate different theories plus the things I learned from those mature people around me and most especially a sprinkle of Christian values. I am just an ordinary girl with extraordinary ideas. Hahahaha!!! Whether you believe my thoughts or not, it is already your prerogative. I will also appreciate if you comment, violate, suggest, add or any reactions you may have. Much welcome here =)

--relationship--

Things are getting modernized from gadgets, technologies, ways of living, houses, beliefs as to people point of view. Relationships just like boyfriend-and-girlfriend nowadays is not an exemption to this. As we all know that mojority of the traditional way of courtship vanished little by little. Who's to blame? No one! It's our choice whether to follow the trend which is the liberated type where we can do whatever we want to do or do what is right like preserve what is intended to be preserved.

I have nothing against doing beyond the limit of what is proper. I mean, if you think this is good for you, then go but my advice, make sure you're ready. Whatever results this may lead you stand it. I still go in choosing what is right after doing it. No abortion or whatsoever! Nevertheless, there are still people who prefers to undergo the traditional way. Or it might not be too traditional but surely it is not also the liberated type. Waiting at the right time and enjoying each others company in the right way is still booming to others.

But hey! What's really the reality today in terms of relationship? Well, it's already up to you how you will answer this.

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Man and woman are both unpredictable species and both have complex feelings. Agree??? While on the other hand, relationship is like planting flowers that have to be taken care of its nature and nurture to spring up its beauty. From the busy life we have and from the different voices the world conspire, our relationship also have its own world. How are we going to handle it?

Well, there are various ways on how to handle it. It is already up to us what way, the most important thing is, we understand and trust each other. Distance is still not the hindrance to get bored and eventually give up though I know the importance of spending time together yet there are those successful stories even in miles apart. I must say, it is a matter of trust - T.R.U.S.T.

Arguing or pity quarrel or LQ is one of the components in a relationship. Just make sure you know how to dea with this and girls, please.... be sensitive enough while to boys, patience more then later on, don't forget to talk about it seriously. Make an agreement on specific things if needed. Solve the problem as much as possible before it will be multiplied because this will surely hard to fathom. Maintaining a relationship is difficult because it's not one person's job but both have to work it out. Don't expect the other party to shape alone the relationship, this cannot be. Be generous also in your time. No matter how busy you are, if you really care always find some time. Love is so powerful. Give it!

Whether in a relationship or not yet right now, you ought to remember this: The NATURE? or  To NURTURE your relationship?

photo: I "googled" it.

Papa Kit's Adventure

Excitement is what usually makes me decide quickly on a specific things just like yesterday. I went to Papa Kits Marina and Fishing Lagoon in Tayud, Lilo-an, Cebu City along with my sister and a friend. It was me who decide to go there because I have to check the place for our next Singles activity which we are planning to hold there. So because I am this month's Event Coordinator I make most of the plans, meetings and of course gathering all the needed information.

Just a few info about Papa Kits; the family of lawyer Democrito Mendoza poured more than P3 million as initial investments to open Zipline. Papa Kits Zipline serves as an added attraction to the existing Papa Kits Marina and Fishing Lagoon, which is owned by the lawyer who is thenational president of the Associated Labor Unions-Trade Union Congress of the Philippines. Michael Mendoza, vice president for Operations for the Visayas of the Associated Labor Unions-Trade Union Congress of the Philippines, told The FREEMAN that the idea came up when some of his brothers were at the fishing lagoon. Mendoza said one of his brothers thought about putting a zipline in their place to attract more visitors. He said after agreeing to put up Zipline, men who were experts in this type of business were hired.

Just read the link below for more info...

Source: http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=640689&publicationSubCategoryId=107

I tried their main attraction which is the Zipline of 800 meters. There was a little nervous at first but later on when I was there already, it was definitely RELAXING! I even wanted to try more and more and more. The very first phrase I uttered after waaaaaaaaa (shout) were "Praise God for this beautiful creation."  for it was really beautiful, so peaceful and very calm. "Tagos hangang kaluluwa" hahahaha. As for me, it is a very good place to have fun either with friends or family. 

If heights are not your cup of tea, you can also try their different boats such as; Canoe P200 good for 2 persons in 1 hour, Paddle boat P200 for 4 persons, Dingy P400 for 5 persons and Glass boat P600 for 10 all these boats good for 30 minutes except Canoe. If boating is not your type, they also have horse backriding P50 for 10 minutes and fishing P50 unlimited time.  

I know many people already tried and visited in Papa Kits and they even have greater stories and pictures than mine but to feed my obsession in photography here are some glimpse of yesterday's fun

Can you see this clearly?

Upon our arrival. hehe

Gearing up and Getting ready

Here we gooooo wo0o0h0o0o

We are coming...

Still hanging... wanna do again hahaha

 

posing

dog-tired-sleepy-hungry us hahaha

This delicious lunch made us awake hahaha

Continuation... this way to boat rides

tired again...riding this shuttle

Happy 1st -BER day!

What will I have for -BER months? Hmmm thinking!

Well, I'm on the verge of discerning new things for myself starting this month up to when it will bring me. I don't know. Hehehe. I desire many things. Sometimes I can only entertain my plans and the things I want to do only in my mind and imagine as if I'm already doing it. Til one day I realized, why not start planning it as soon as possible and eventually work on that  plan.


These will be the things I forsee... 

I will be the Event Coordinator for our Single's activity which will be help in Papa Kits Lilo-an, Cebu City. This will be a great challenge for me since it will be outside Danao and I'll be handling all the meetings, plannigs, concepts and etc. with the help of my teammates of course. I can't do this alone. I have to gather accurate information and invest the blessings I have. I'm definitely doing this for the glory of God, above all He's my boss. Prayers are one number weapons.

As for this month, I look forward for the Elim National Conference in Manila. Though I still don't know if I can attend or not but my heart is still hoping for the blessings. If in case I will go there, it will be my first time in the said event, in Manila, meeting my relatives there and so shameful to admit but it will also be my first time to ride an airplance. Hahaha nakakahiya! :-p. Next, there will be two birthday celebrations in my family yet I still don't know what will the plan. But I'm excited.

There will be another two birthday celebrants in my family - Papa and our youngest. Yet I think after that,my parents will go to Manila again for some important things that only they know exactly. I can't give you sort of details. I think, I will be busy this month buying some Christmas gifts and planning for the next month's holiday. I wish I can include my personal vacation in this month.

Everyone's favorite month and the most exciting of all. As for me, this month will be different for me and my family. For surely it will be a great time as a whole. I am also excited of what's going to happen in this month. I will do some changes within myself and work on it in due time. And since this is the last month of the year, this is also the best time to plan for my next  year. If not November, I wish I can have my vacation before the year ends.

Everything is still hanging for I don't know yet what really will happen in every month. But nothing to worry about because more than anything else God's plan will always be the best. Happy 1st -BER day! =))