Before I say goodbye to March 2011..

I was just previously complaining about not being able to find the urge to write on my journal or on this blog, only to discover that March 2011 is a blogging milestone for me-12 posts in a month babeeeh! with this one coming as the 13th! *clap *clap *clap for myself : )

My days are passing more quickly nowadays, thanks to work and moonlighting to updating the site CANE (see link here) on  weekdays, worship team practices on Saturdays (I've been on probation for 3 weeks already!), and service/CG/family gatherings on Sundays. I may look like I'm juggling too many things at once but I still get a lot of rest, with my Lord Jesus Christ's grace and strength that help me finish all my work on time. I can't do all the things I want just whenever I feel like it- read a book, hang out, or lie on bed all day, some things definitely have to give way; but I can still afford a few distractions every now and then like surfing the net, watching TV(Asian Food Channel-my guilty pleasure at the moment), and playing Wii (having said that, my left arm's still a little painful by the way) so scrap the time management, it really just boils down to PRIORITIES!:) My hands aren't that full yet, I've had much busier times before, but I do not want to overdo myself. Apparently, I'm not the healthiest person on earth so I've been taking things slowly for the past weeks, so that once I've completely recovered, go ng go na ulit (*but with greater caution this time:).

I hope to finally have the time to revamp this blog of mine on Saturday or Sunday, because that's going to be one big distraction out of my head..haha. I also intend to give more time to editing our yearbook for the sake of getting over it and moving further, if not to appease my furious (*as in furious!) batchmates. But before I say goodbye to March 2011, here's a recap of the highlights of my month:

March 6th- Splurged on SM Mall sale! I'm just beginning to learn the ropes to being a shopper because back in college, I was only a bookstore-grocery-fastfood/restaurant kind of girl. The typical shirt-and-jeans/shorts-flats getup is my usual and comfort style, with leeway to skirts and heels every now and then but I'm so proud of myself for the items I was able to purchase while remaining loyal to the budget I've set for myself. Shopping isn't so hard after all!:)

March 7th-Bonggang Bag Wrapping
Yes..bag wrapping...because my cousins are selling imported signature bags online and 3 enormous boxes all came at the same time so I helped out with the wrapping before the bags would be delivered to their customers. It is not exactly a highlight but it's on my calendar nonetheless and for free advertising, I decided to place the link to their facebook account here- Zach-Aisha's Closet for all my imaginary readers out there who might be interested:)

March 10-11th- Customer Service Excellence Training "The Dynamics of Customer Service Excellence: Creating an Obsession for Sensation"
       It was a workshop facilitated by Mr. Randy Esguerra of SUCCESS COACH, sponsored and required in our office since we're constantly dealing with our patients/customers; but I enjoyed it and I certainly learned a lot so I figured I could consider it as one of my highlights. The right MINDSET and CONNECTION is the way to go!
*a visitor/probable investor from Ohio also came by our office on the night of March 11th to see our operations and based on the positive news we got from our boss, I guess we did well:)

March 12th- PLAAANEEETSHAAKERSSS!!!

*making sure that everyone who came is included in the picture

It..is..my..first..time..to watch an international Christian band in concert and the Planetshakers event totally rocked my world- it was a blast!!! Talon to the max ang drama namin and it was refreshing to be in a crowd of thousands, all coming together in worship of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ- the fast, upbeat, rock way! I came with my churchmates at FCF who made sure that I was okay, and not feeling out of place the whole time. It would've been fun if I had my siblings with me but nevertheless, I'll never forget the experience! It was a full package of worship, salvation, camaraderie, and fun among God's youth; and all in all, it was awesome! Parang bahay ni lola lang yung feel ng una naming inupuan so for our next concert dates at Phil. Sports Arena, we've resolved to save up para hindi na gen ad.

March 17th- Happy Burpday Ate Vikki!
I don't have pictures with my cousin, Ate Vikki, that night because I was rushing to eat so as not to be late for work. I helped out in cooking the lasagna though, and I loved it! I also loved the choco mousse and the fried chicken, and the nachos in homemade cheese sauce and salsa was superb. I wish we had an opportunity to personally and intently pray for her...but I guess I need to pray for myself and work on my confidence and timing more...I did pray for her, on my own though, and I wished her all the best in this life..Happy birthday again Ate Vikki!

March 22nd- I received my royalties for the first time! Super thank you Lord for all your blessings- for the business, for Kim, Irish, Yong and for all those who joined and believed in us! More blessings to come!

March 25th- Kuya Zach's Graduation!
My nephew Zach, Ate Vikki's son, graduated Valedictorian in Preparatory..quite a feat huh?!..hahaha..we went through his speech the entire day on the 24th to make sure he memorized his lines accurately to the point na mag-away na kami and he no longer wanted to be a valedictorian, I even had to promise to buy him Play Doh as his reward...haha...but all went well and we're just so proud of kuya! I really pray that he grows up to become a good boy/man as he increases in knowledge..para balanced ang IQ and EQ:)

March 26- umeEarth Hour
We became one with the people all over the world who participated in the Earth Hour (8:30-9:30pm) by turning all our lights off and not using any appliance...we even extended up to 10 pm:) But knowing it would be boring especially for Zach, we had a pizza/pasta/chicken party outside the house courtesy of Yellow Cab, taking lots of pictures while we were eating. Sabi ng manong delivery boy, "Maam, wala po ata kayong ilaw."..hahaha...ang sarap sagutin ng "Oo nga po eh, pinambili na po kasi namin ng pizza 'yung pambayad ng kuryente.":p
*pics coming soon

March 27th- Pia's Graduation Thanksgiving Party!!!
Pia also graduated from prep or kindergarten I think, (halatang pagkain lang ang habol..haha), she had one of the most simple yet food-filled party ever. I overate, as in overate talaga...it was a literal pig-out with our family of 'pigs'..haha...but it was certainly fun catching up with our relatives. The next day though, I earned the consequence of my being a glutton- I woke up at around 3 am because I was feeling nauseated and I was only relieved when (tabi-tabi po) I finished vomiting, I guess much of the food I ate- partially digested version...so there, I learned my lesson- I'll stay away from eating too much squid and mushrooms next time:)...I badly need to learn when to stop eating...haay:(

So there I go...with emphasis on the "I"...with this post as another proof that this is indeed a personal blog/diary/journal...

April's beginning and I have lots of exciting upcoming happenings on my schedule so it'll surely be fun...but I'm looking forward more to the happy, surprising events to come that's not on my calendar...with God leading me, I'm just sure that the coming days are gonna be AWESOME! meow

Life-Random

Bono Interview: Grace Over Karma

This is another post about something I came across at today, and juxtaposed with Chris Brown's music video, I'm certainly prouder and more grateful for this one..

Bono Interview: Grace Over Karma

 (Excerpt from the book Bono: In Conversation with Michka Assayas) Bono: My understanding of the Scriptures has been made simple by the person of Christ. Christ teaches that God is love. What does that mean? What it means for me: a study of the life of Christ. Love here describes itself as a child born in straw poverty, the most vulnerable situation of all, without honor. I don't let my religious world get too complicated. I just kind of go: Well, I think I know what God is. God is love, and as much as I respond [sighs] in allowing myself to be transformed by that love and acting in that love, that's my religion. Where things get complicated for me, is when I try to live this love. Now that's not so easy.

Assayas: What about the God of the Old Testament? He wasn't so "peace and love"?

Bono: There's nothing hippie about my picture of Christ. The Gospels paint a picture of a very demanding, sometimes divisive love, but love it is. I accept the Old Testament as more of an action movie: blood, car chases, evacuations, a lot of special effects, seas dividing, mass murder, adultery. The children of God are running amok, wayward. Maybe that's why they're so relatable. But the way we would see it, those of us who are trying to figure out our Christian conundrum, is that the God of the Old Testament is like the journey from stern father to friend. When you're a child, you need clear directions and some strict rules. But with Christ, we have access in a one-to-one relationship, for, as in the Old Testament, it was more one of worship and awe, a vertical relationship. The New Testament, on the other hand, we look across at a Jesus who looks familiar, horizontal. The combination is what makes the Cross.

Assayas: Speaking of bloody action movies, we were talking about South and Central America last time. The Jesuit priests arrived there with the gospel in one hand and a rifle in the other.

Bono: I know, I know. Religion can be the enemy of God. It's often what happens when God, like Elvis, has left the building. [laughs] A list of instructions where there was once conviction; dogma where once people just did it; a congregation led by a man where once they were led by the Holy Spirit. Discipline replacing discipleship. Why are you chuckling?

Assayas: I was wondering if you said all of that to the Pope the day you met him.

Bono: Let's not get too hard on the Holy Roman Church here. The Church has its problems, but the older I get, the more comfort I find there. The physical experience of being in a crowd of largely humble people, heads bowed, murmuring prayers, stories told in stained-glass windows

Assayas: So you won't be critical.

Bono: No, I can be critical, especially on the topic of contraception. But when I meet someone like Sister Benedicta and see her work with AIDS orphans in Addis Ababa, or Sister Ann doing the same in Malawi, or Father Jack Fenukan and his group Concern all over Africa, when I meet priests and nuns tending to the sick and the poor and giving up much easier lives to do so, I surrender a little easier.

Assayas: But you met the man himself. Was it a great experience?

Bono: [W]e all knew why we were there. The Pontiff was about to make an important statement about the inhumanity and injustice of poor countries spending so much of their national income paying back old loans to rich countries. Serious business. He was fighting hard against his Parkinson's. It was clearly an act of will for him to be there. I was oddly moved by his humility, and then by the incredible speech he made, even if it was in whispers. During the preamble, he seemed to be staring at me. I wondered. Was it the fact that I was wearing my blue fly-shades? So I took them off in case I was causing some offense. When I was introduced to him, he was still staring at them. He kept looking at them in my hand, so I offered them to him as a gift in return for the rosary he had just given me.

Assayas: Didn't he put them on?

Bono: Not only did he put them on, he smiled the wickedest grin you could ever imagine. He was a comedian. His sense of humor was completely intact. Flashbulbs popped, and I thought: "Wow! The Drop the Debt campaign will have the Pope in my glasses on the front page of every newspaper."

Assayas: I don't remember seeing that photograph anywhere, though.

Bono: Nor did we. It seems his courtiers did not have the same sense of humor. Fair enough. I guess they could see the T-shirts.

Later in the conversation:
Assayas: I think I am beginning to understand religion because I have started acting and thinking like a father. What do you make of that?

Bono: Yes, I think that's normal. It's a mind-blowing concept that the God who created the universe might be looking for company, a real relationship with people, but the thing that keeps me on my knees is the difference between Grace and Karma.

Assayas: I haven't heard you talk about that.

Bono: I really believe we've moved out of the realm of Karma into one of Grace.

Assayas: Well, that doesn't make it clearer for me.

Bono: You see, at the center of all religions is the idea of Karma. You know, what you put out comes back to you: an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, or in physics; in physical laws every action is met by an equal or an opposite one. It's clear to me that Karma is at the very heart of the universe. I'm absolutely sure of it. And yet, along comes this idea called Grace to upend all that "as you reap, so you will sow" stuff. Grace defies reason and logic. Love interrupts, if you like, the consequences of your actions, which in my case is very good news indeed, because I've done a lot of stupid stuff.

Assayas: I'd be interested to hear that.

Bono: That's between me and God. But I'd be in big trouble if Karma was going to finally be my judge. I'd be in deep s---. It doesn't excuse my mistakes, but I'm holding out for Grace. I'm holding out that Jesus took my sins onto the Cross, because I know who I am, and I hope I don't have to depend on my own religiosity.
Assayas: The Son of God who takes away the sins of the world. I wish I could believe in that.

Bono: But I love the idea of the Sacrificial Lamb. I love the idea that God says: Look, you cretins, there are certain results to the way we are, to selfishness, and there's a mortality as part of your very sinful nature, and, let's face it, you're not living a very good life, are you? There are consequences to actions. The point of the death of Christ is that Christ took on the sins of the world, so that what we put out did not come back to us, and that our sinful nature does not reap the obvious death. That's the point. It should keep us humbled . It's not our own good works that get us through the gates of heaven.

Assayas: That's a great idea, no denying it. Such great hope is wonderful, even though it's close to lunacy, in my view. Christ has his rank among the world's great thinkers. But Son of God, isn't that farfetched?

Bono: No, it's not farfetched to me. Look, the secular response to the Christ story always goes like this: he was a great prophet, obviously a very interesting guy, had a lot to say along the lines of other great prophets, be they Elijah, Muhammad, Buddha, or Confucius. But actually Christ doesn't allow you that. He doesn't let you off that hook. Christ says: No. I'm not saying I'm a teacher, don't call me teacher. I'm not saying I'm a prophet. I'm saying: "I'm the Messiah." I'm saying: "I am God incarnate." And people say: No, no, please, just be a prophet. A prophet, we can take. You're a bit eccentric. We've had John the Baptist eating locusts and wild honey, we can handle that. But don't mention the "M" word! Because, you know, we're gonna have to crucify you. And he goes: No, no. I know you're expecting me to come back with an army, and set you free from these creeps, but actually I am the Messiah. At this point, everyone starts staring at their shoes, and says: Oh, my God, he's gonna keep saying this. So what you're left with is: either Christ was who He said He was the Messiah or a complete nutcase. I mean, we're talking nutcase on the level of Charles Manson. This man was like some of the people we've been talking about earlier. This man was strapping himself to a bomb, and had "King of the Jews" on his head, and, as they were putting him up on the Cross, was going: OK, martyrdom, here we go. Bring on the pain! I can take it. I'm not joking here. The idea that the entire course of civilization for over half of the globe could have its fate changed and turned upside-down by a nutcase, for me, that's farfetched

Bono later says it all comes down to how we regard Jesus:

Bono: If only we could be a bit more like Him, the world would be transformed. When I look at the Cross of Christ, what I see up there is all my s--- and everybody else's. So I ask myself a question a lot of people have asked: Who is this man? And was He who He said He was, or was He just a religious nut? And there it is, and that's the question. And no one can talk you into it or out of it.

from: thepoachedegg.net- a Christian worldview and apologetic journal

I learned much about this post, and I'm praying for the same wisdom God has given Bono, that enabled him to share God's love in the simplest, most matter-of-fact way possible. It's always karma on this earth, and there are many times that I'm glad it exists...but with God and judgment, I'm humbled and eternally grateful for His grace that we do not deserve yet He freely gives and offers to ALL- we only have to receive him in our hearts. Thank you Lord for your unconditional love, and for the great opportunity of knowing you and having an intimate relationship with you- I've been having an awesome time ever since!:) Help me to share my joy to others by providing opportunities for them to know you, serving as an instrument of your love, and a living worship to your name.

It's destiny aka your 'mighty plan' at work in my life again, yebah!:) Done with the blogging/writing burnout, I'm inspired again, because of You! Thank you Jesus! I love you!!! I just might have a new blog title soon..mwahahaha! Super thank you! meow

Yeah! (3x):p

Never mind the Rihanna abuse scandal, I don't aspire to be his girlfriend anyway:)....but I really love Chris Brown!!!! I used to sing all his hits with my friends back in college but now that I'm no longer updated with what's hot in the music scene, I only rely on the music videos I see on tv and it's certainly destiny that I came across this...so great!

I love the choreography in the entire video but I just can't stop imitating the footwork towards the end. I don't do it well, or a better description would be- I don't think I even come close to dancing it the way it's suppose to be done but wth, dancing, at least for non-professional dancers like me, is just supposed to be fun!!! and I certainly had fun doing it over and over again...haha...have faith katy, you might just learn, and be able to do it perfectly one day..and when would that be may I ask?...ONE DAY:)

It's been weeks that I can't seem to find the urge in me to blog or write on my journal. A lot has happened and I've been wanting to write about them so much, yet I don't seem to have the strength to begin, or to finish what I've started. I have not been feeling very well- I've been barking for weeks now and my hacking cough's so irritating and tiring that all I want to do lately is SLEEP. Will I be inspired to write again when I'm completely well? I hope so...thank God for the strength to at least be able to write my daily devotional verses...I wonder what could make me want to create a post so badly?! I need a stimulus,  a flame, an adventure?!...but I'm feeling tired once again so here's how I would end this nonsense, powerless post...meow...zzzz..zzzz

What's in a Name?

Just 3 months short of celebrating my blog's 1st birthday yet here I am, contemplating on changing my blog title already- my brainchild, the banner of my first attempt on being a 'blogger' (only i turned out to be more of a blahgger..haha)

When I first came up with it I actually thought it was cute...hahaha...it's also very personal, corny (yeah, i need not be told), but a little quirky (i think)...but a lot of changes have happened ever since, though only a  few are relevant in the dilemma I have at the moment:
First, I don't hate cats anymore, but I still don't like them that much;
Second, I don't think my title reflects the things I write about (as if it actually stands for anything in particular..haha) - yes, I write about myself. I'm the cat-hater and my meows refer to any thought or word I wanna write about so it makes sense if I look at it that way; although as merely a title, it's not actually something I can easily, and proudly talk about in conversations;
Third and the most relevant issue of all, I can no longer look at, or say my blog title without this awkward feeling of wanting to burst into laughter. This is all my Ate's fault. She's been making fun of my blog ever since she discovered it months ago, and the way she pronounces my blog title's really funny; and I think it has already reached the point wherein I'm making fun of it myself. I know there's nothing wrong about plainly laughing at it every now and then; only what Ate does, and now, what we do, isn't what you call 'plain'. It carries an 'uyaw' (Ilocano term for ridicule) tone with it, and it feels weird mocking my own self every now and then...

So there, just like that (whoa!), it's not a dilemma anymore. I've decided- I am changing my blog title...when? as soon as I think of a proper replacement...any suggestions? (that's me pretending i have readers..haha) I should ask my Ate, or not, she would just probably suggest something crazy like 'tae', like she always does...whatever, I'll be able to come up with something for sure...until then, Cat-hater Meows:p remains...meow

First Communion (not!)

I'm not Catholic, although I've been baptized as one, so I didn't experience having a first communion. Yesterday though, my officemates kept on teasing me that I looked like I was going to have one so here are our pictures- not to joke about the practice, but simply to make fun of ourselves:)

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..as usual, si Kuya Bert ang pasimuno...and these were taken before I went home, and after his usual dance ritual *in the tune of Waka waka....hahaha...sleepy lazy tuesday! meow

1st Sat Practice- Epic FAIL!!!

Waaah! I can't believe it! I've been anticipating for this day, and for the worship practice the entire week, but why oh why didn't I wake up on time?! I'm sleep-deprived, and I have colds, but nothing will ever suffice as an excuse for a broken promise...I know I'm being too hard on myself on this but guilt is gripping me right now, not just because I wasn't able to come, but more because I never intended to break my promise. I slept at around 10 am after setting the alarm clock at 2:30pm, but I woke up at 5:30pm, at first unaware that it was indeed late in the afternoon. It was only when I looked at the clock that I learned of my body's betrayal, and in panic, I immediately sent a message to Zarah, and even tried to call her; alas, they're probably in the middle of the practice and she can't take my call. There was no way I could make it on time, but I was still tempted to take a bath immediately and rush to the church. And the guilt that haunted me became like a bubble-maker of discouraging thoughts- it led me to asking myself 'Am I being punished?'; 'Am I not ready?'

I could forgive myself for thinking that I probably wasn't ready- I was tired and sick after all; but to let this weak, guilt-tripping mind of mine think that God punishes me, this way, is beyond my understanding, and the wisdom that I ask from Him each day. I had to stop, talk to God in silence, and reflect on what happened in another point of view, one that is rooted in God's love and compassion.

Then it led me to His word that 'There is a time for everything.' Yes I have committed a lot of sins, and I could go on worrying and allowing myself to succumb in guilt and self-pity; but then again, what if it's not about me? What if it's about God, always knowing better than I do, telling me to slow down and rest; that the commitments I made in serving him can wait; and that he wants me to get better first before engaging in new responsibilities? Believe it or not, after 7 hours of sleep, I actually am feeling sleepy again..haha...so much for isolating my body from myself, blaming it for its weakness, my weakness...so now, instead of feeling guilty (well I still do but in lesser intensity), I feel more grateful to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for allowing me to rest, and for taking care of everything for me. The messages of understanding from those I talked to are very comforting...

Basta next time, I will do a lot better and with that I mean; 'Magpapagising na ako!' meow

pEn pEn de sarapen

a gift from Ate- my yellow-haired flower girl:)

Professional Bum

YESterday= Work+Sleep+Take Pictures+More Sleep+Breakfast+Little Work

I wasn't feeling all well yesterday. I don't know if it's the same with everybody, but for me, the worst stage of having colds is when you're just beginning to have it. I abhor the low and weak feeling and the beginning signs of possible nasal congestion but what I hate most is the sore throat. 

Thank God there wasn't so much to do at work that I was able to rest, and by that I mean sleep (no way can my boss read this blog:)

Not one of my pictures give my 'I'm-not-feeling-well' drama away, with the jacket as the only hint. My God surely knows what I need, and when I need it!:)

Had a great time being a professional bum even just for a day!:) meow

Kuya Lem and I- 'nilalamig'

w/ kuya bert- I'm not that short, and he's not that tall

spot the difference:)

Blackbird

No matter how much I try (sure ka?!), I can't seem to bring myself to do the 'real' things I'm supposed to do- like editing, and getting more sleep. So after hours of trying, I finally gave up and decided to spend the remaining time goofing around, recording videos on my phone while Zach is at the living room immersed in playing Nintendo Wii, and Ate Vikki's at the bathroom across where I am sitting, singing her own songs:)

So here it is...tantananan!!!!!!!

I didn't bother to adjust the lighting, because I didn't plan on posting it anyway, but I enjoyed it so much I wanna preserve today's memory with this post! Focus on the audio na lang..naks!...and watch out for the ending (with that, I mean listen carefully to what you will hear in the background towards the end..haha)

My reference for this song is Sarah Mclachlan's cover of Blackbird...it's been in my playlist since I heard it on the movie 'I am Sam', but the current LSS situation is my friend Julius' fault- "You were only waiting for this moment to arise.":)

I'll try to do better next time! meow

One Life to Live

Feb's done, in a flash, and I can't identify even just a day in the past week when I didn't need to regulate my sleeping hours and set the alarm clock. It's been such a busy week, with lots of things to do yet so little time to finish it all- but I did!, with God's grace:) It's not entirely done but I'm doing well at work (except for periods when I lose consciousness every now and then..haha), and I was able to submit my fairly (some better than the others) done requirements for our project with Kim, Irish, and Yong. On top of that I was also able to balance everything with my responsibilities in the church and at home, and had some moments (just short 'moments') of fun here and there:)

Monday to Friday was for work, sleep, NCPs, and regular activities of daily living. I saw the weekly Glee episode last Thursday but other than that, I'd been very occupied with my responsibilities. I even missed my daily personal devotion last Friday (I'm very sorry Lord, and more sorry to myself) but I thank God for renewing my strength each day, and for not allowing me to get sick, because I really can't manage an illness with all the things I'm doing right now, but not that I can deal with it later either:) I both have a share of high times and low times at work, but nothing too much that I can't bear, with God's guidance and help.  

Saturday morning was for NCPs again, a few hours in the afternoon for sleep, and the rest of the day for studying God's word in preparation for my sharing for our CG meeting the next day. I was also supposed to go to church at around 4-5 pm to attend their Saturday practice for the first time. I didn't receive any confirming message however so I did not go, which was also a good thing because it gave me the time to listen to some podcasts of Victory Sunday service messages, which also helped me organize what I would be sharing for CG.

Sunday was for church and for weekly prayer with Ate. Unfortunately for the both of us though, we missed it. (i'm very sorry Lord, and again more sorry to myself) We were supposed to wake up to pray at 5:30 am and I did wake up at 5:30, only I slept again...super fault:( Ate has to leave early so when I woke up at 6:30 and rushed to her room (she was also still asleep), our time was no longer enough. I settled with praying on my own but our prayers together are different so I really hope we won't miss it again, ever. 

I went to church alone afterwards and was renewed in the opportunity to experience God once again in the fellowship of friends. After the service, Pastor Lem and the other members of the worship team talked to me, formally inviting me to join them, and I said I would go attend their practice this coming Saturday. I don't know what to expect, for myself most especially, because it's been a long time (6 mos) since I last led a worship service, but I'm very excited!!! I would still undergo training, much shorter than I expected, and I intend to maximize the opportunity to get to know everybody; learn all the songs and how they do things; and for myself, to rediscover the worship leader in me. It was never lost, that I'm sure of, although I have concerns on whether they would accept my own way of doing things (adlibs and stuff). I hope they don't have much technical rules though, and I pray that they too, uphold worship as a free, personal experience. Well my worries are baseless so far, because I've been enjoying and appreciating the way they lead us, the congregation, in worship for the past 6 mos that I've attended Sunday services in FCF. I guess I'm just excited, weeeeh!, I leave it all in your hands Father!  

My sharing at our cell group gathering was a success! There were only 5 of us in attendance but the overflow of wisdom-ful insights from my co-CG members was a blessing from God. We attended Joaqui's birthday party later that night and had fun eating much and celebrating with our relatives. 

Last Monday (Feb 28) until today were again among my busy days but I now get a lot more sleep than I had last week, thank you Lord!

The days to come will still be very busy for me with all the work left undone; but I get by each day, because every moment I have in this precious ONE LIFE I have, I do my best to LIVE for GOD.

Allow me to end with one of my favorite verses in the Bible that talks about counting our days:

10 The length of our days is seventy years or eighty, if we have the strength; yet their span is but trouble and sorrow, for they quickly pass, and fly away.

12 Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.

14 Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.

Psalms 90:10,12,14

The entire Psalm 90 is a very good, inspiring read. It gives me strength and keeps me going these days, when the days are fleeting and the weeks pass like the wind. The list of 'things to do' will never end, but I will carry on, living this only life of mine with purpose, passion, wisdom, and faith, for my one and only Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God bless everyone! meow