2013 – Definitely my most unforgettable one. This is when I make some bold and
brave decision without looking back, finding myself in a new environment, find
solace in God, and escape a little while to breathe from all the hustles and
bustles.
BRAVE DECISION
For years, I
have been living in my comfort zone at my own pace. I mistook lots of new
opportunities that have come my way because I am afraid of leaving the place
that I am used to. I am afraid to take a leap.Early of this year, I decided to search for a new environment half heartedly. Until I've realized I really needed to make a change on myself and on where I am.
Come the month of May, I finally made the boldest and bravest decision I ever made so far. I could not say that it is a good one but I can say that it’s what I really needed to do
"No matter how afraid you are to
gamble with chances, when you are no longer happy with the things you are used
to, you will have the courage to make a decision and stand by on it."
NEW SPACE FOR ME
Whatever
decision we make, there’s always a corresponding consequences both bad and
good. And it is not easy to start from scratch again, but with a brave heart
and open mind sooner I have found myself creating a space in a new environment.
Everything is fresh and far from what I used to do. It was such a big change,
but with the help of my new found family I was able to make it through.
"Life is not
always a win-win situation, it will always be: you win some and then you lose
some, just as when the door closes, a new window will be opened up for you."
FINDING
SOLACE IN GOD
It is not
just my personal being that has been tested but as well as my spiritual being,
when my strength was shaken because of the calamities that hit my country. At
some point I had asked the meaning of all these tragedy that seemed to destroy
the faith I have in Him.
It was last
October 15, when we were literally shaking because of the 7.2 magnitude
earthquake that hit Bohol and Cebu. It was not my first time to experience such
but it was the strongest one and seemed to be the longest few minutes of my
life. Fears of so many things flooded my mind. Thankfully, there’s not so much
damaged within our place. Looking at those historical churches that have been
destroyed, made me even wonder what’s His message behind this calamity.
We have yet
to recover from the recent destructive earthquake and thousands of aftershocks
when another natural disaster butts in. November - when super typhoon Yolanda
made a landfall in the Visayas regions. Left thousands homeless in other parts
and casualties. And even until there are still bodies that are not yet buried.
Looking back
at the aftermaths of these destructive calamities easily broke our hearts into
pieces. But it is also breathtaking to see, how the Filipino nation and the
world work as one to help those who are truly in need. People from all walks of
life in different corners of the world take a move, and thus make a difference.
It is also a great joy, seeing those most affected citizens somehow still find
something to hold on to keep their faith, still thankful and feel blessed
despite what they have been through and were still able to share their sweetest
smile.
Thus, I
believe God has delivered his message well… and like what he said “There is no
problem too big, which reminds me of this line from a song:
“If you
carried away the weight of the world upon shoulder
I know my
brother that He will carry you”
2013 ESCAPADE
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| fan mode @ Earth day Jam 2013 Ayala Terraces |
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| halo-halo |
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| food anywhere and everywhere |
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| drink escapade |
2013 may have scared me to death because of strong earth quake, super typhoon and stand off in Zamboanga, raises my blood pressure because of the teleserye of PDAF thing, I am still grateful and blessed.
For this is the year, when I have known the better part of me, gain new friends,work and work like there's no tomorrow at the same time enjoying the simple things life has to offer. I got more time with myself and my family and I am more than thankful for all the blessing that God has showered unto me.
With all these in my heart, I can happily bade a sweet goodbye to 2013 and WELCOME 2014. I have made some secret New Year's Resolution, I am not sure if I can do it but one thing I am sure of 2014 will be better than 2013!
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!
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