Wednesday, November 30, 2011

A Fruitful Journey

I'm on the verge of counting the days to end this fruitful journey. Since last year I was discerning and planning to transfer another place because I personally don't want to deal any longer on the fact that all I can do is to deepen my understanding and patience on  specific situation that I consider already tame. At last I found it. A place where I find safer, quieter and more peaceful. Ahead of that were series of character tests but glad to know I still found myself on the right track though I honestly struggled and did little mistakes, committed wrong actions, gave unfit thoughts, shed tears and was shaken.

I realized that there are things in life where all we need to do is let it flow, accept the things we don't understand, be open to the different principles and preferences of others. Sometimes avoiding is necessary in order not to create any conflicts and misunderstandings. Surrendering to the things that is beyond our control is also of import. Since then, I believe life will be more fruitful if we let go of the grudges we don't actually need.

After all those stressful days, I realized that I was just simply being tested of how strong my determination and focus were, of where my patience will go, of how deep was my faith and how I was going to react on those trials. Yet, now I'm in great awe realizing that I did what is right and believing that the Lord put everything in order for me. He worked on my schedules, my rest time, my finances, my actions and thoughts most of all He guided my heart. I couldn't imagine myself if I didn't follow His leading. What a fruitful journey!


Just contemplating!

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Thanking YOU

I wanna live each day of my life thanking the Lord for all His favors and blessings!

These past few days I realized how the Lord made things in order for me, my family and some of the people around me. First, I finally went to TESDA and CTU for inquiry and I already got the information I needed. Though I still have to do some follow-up and visit another school and somewhere in Ramos Street, I am happy enough because I did it my own. Yes, my own because I ain't so familiar in the city and I will probably lost myself if I wasn't that careful. Yet, I'm grateful for the courage and determination when I extended my horizon and became dependent with no fears during that day. I know, as I live my life here and follow the Lord's will, I will become the person I want to be. Second, papa's health is improving. I just knew it last weekend when I went home. I'm glad because I can see him smiling, joking around with me and not using very often his nebulizer. He even went to the city by himself. With regards to my siblings, they're all okay and Ate will soon be promoted to her work. I prayed before that may the Lord bless her with someone who will love her yet she broke the news to me last Saturday that someone is courting her. Wow! Truly Amazing. I may not know where it will lead them but I sure enough that the Lord will have His ways for them. Seeing all my family in stable disposition makes me at peace. Third, Roselyn, my very good friend is getting married and I'm happy because she's happy. Anday, another friend of mine is also happy with her relationship now. My other friends are soon to have their babies. I don't know and it might be so weird but I am extremely excited for them. Another thing, my conviction is very strong and I can't even explain it exactly yet I know my life next year will be something I want to be in God's grace. I'm excited to do His will and I'm taking it one at a time.

In the middle of these blessings, I know the other way around will be trials and tests and I am ready for it. Lastly, the Lord is always faithful to His promise and He really answers prayers.

How grateful are you with everything that you have?

Playing around the park with no worries!