A Piece of Heaven : Micamics' perspective

One of the infamous lines from this Tagalog Movie: That thing called tadhana "Paano ba makalimot?" was the most common force that leads most of the travelers near this affable sagada. To some, this may be true. But as for me, our Trip to Sagada last December 22, 2022 was a mix feeling of "life- changing" , "most needed break" and "soul searching" experiences. Indeed, this place did not disappoint. "Life Changing Sagada"  I booked this trip in order for us (my daughter and I) to obtain a different perspective about life and relationships. True enough, the Lord had opened my eyes seeing things I do not normally see in my regular home- work- church rigor.  The recent pandemic had strengthened our Faith in the Lord and taught us how to depend in HIM alone. But living with the natives of this place for three days: doing things they normally do , eating the food they normally eat and simply going through different places within the villa

Growing up, I always enjoy watching my sister and Mother sing on stage during their school and off school performances. During that performance, I will always be that number 1 fan- cheering loudly amongst the audience. There is no doubt, they are one of the many singers amongst the family I enjoy watching. During our family videoke gathering, I admire how vast their song list would be, it only goes to show they can truly sing beautifully.  Who would have thought in my mid 30's, the Lord would allow me to experience the same thing, this time for His greater glory? Yes, during this pandemic (2021), the Lord instilled in my heart the desire to sing songs for HIM through praise and worship songs. Come 2022, He opened an opportunity to become part of CCF Fairview Exalt Team as one of the prompters under Band Leader- Kuya Roms and Worship Leader: Cassiah (TEAM C). I was one of the matured but novice members, but the Lord is so good that He gave me a skilled and patient leader who would t

A usual walk in the park on the 9th April year 2022 is not one of those ordinary weekend encounters. Aside from the fact that it was the last weekend prior to this year's Holy week Season. It was on this day that my daughter and I experienced the beauty of Fall. Yes, Fall! If you think its quite odd, here's the whole story.  After a short walk from our house, we sat in the middle of the park where you can find a round coliseum- like benches, slim- tall trees surrounding us and a beam of sunshine trying to sneak from above as it casts a little shadow and sunshine where we sat.  A little over a few minutes later, we heard a soft gush of wind coming through causing the slim- tall trees to sway. Then small leaves slowly descended right after, filling out the park's cement floors with yellow and green leaves. Looking up, I saw a beam of sunshine pointing straight towards us, as the leaves slowly falls above our heads.  That moment of slow motion - when I thought it's only p

  In Ecclesiastes 9:7 , the Lord Commanded us to live life to its fullest!   " So go ahead, Eat your food with joy, and drink your wine with a happy heart, for God approves of this!" 2021 was the year of Rebirth. It was during this year, that everyone slithers towards life's distress, disappointments and failures and then succeed. Loved ones lost, jobs went shaky, businesses foreclosed. These and many more became life's most treasured lessons from the preceding year. I too had my own fair share of these life lessons, it was nothing compared to those who have lost and grieved. But it was during these formidable times that I decided to look beyond what my naked eyes could see (1 Corinthians 2:9). It was only then, have I started to press forward.  This year, the Lord wanted us to enjoy the fruit of our perseverance, obedience and hard work " the (se) things God has prepared for those who love him" May this year be a fruitful year for all us. May He fill our

During one of the many episodes of sleepless nights last week, I woke up at 2 in the morning feeling dozing off, with excruciating head ache ( because of  less than 5 hours of sleep ), and extremely thirsty.  I had been working my ass off squeezing in months worth of  data trying hard to learn at least half of them in less than 5 days. A sudden feeling of burden dawned on me, leaving me crying without any reason at all.  It took awhile for me to realize how drained I was: Physically, Emotionally and even Spiritually. Only then have I decided to cry it out to Lord, through which I haven't done for a long time. Then I came across this daily reading entitled : More than water , by Peter Chin . Our Daily Bread Diary Edition , Vol 27.   The writer highlighted the importance of the Living water, and stated that different perspectives from a young believer versus that of a matured follower of Christ.  I was then reminded by the Holy Spirit on the day I willfully and courageously obeyed t

  Deuteronomy 16:17 : "Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord your God which He has given you."   Today, this verse's application came to life earlier this morning as I went to the market to buy fresh food in preparation to the food I am about to prepare for lunch time.  At one of the corners of the marketplace, there is a parked jeepney where "Manong" and his wife sell their Local product called Banana  (lakatan and saba). After I got all the major food supplies needed for the two weeks ECQ, found myself left with an exact amount to buy two large pieces of saba which is just the right amount for today's  meal called Pochero. To my surprise, "Manong" proactively asked "Bakit dalawa lang?" Then I said, this is enough for me. He then reached out to the pile of banana and then gave me another piece, then jokingly said. There! That's three , for I - Love- you . I smiled and thanked "Manong" w