Supertyphoon Yolanda:Haiyan

2 weeks ago, Nov 7, 2013, Supertyphoon Yolanda struck. The main path was my hometown, Roxas City and Capiz as a whole. Categorized as a CAT 5, strongest ever recorded in the world. 

It hit Roxas at 11am. In Iloilo it was around 1pm. It didn't stay long and moved on pretty fast, but what was left was so hard to see. 

I have no words. I am currently on bed rest now and its impossible for me to go back and see all this for myself. 

Thankful to the Almighty Father my family and all I know are safe. Material things can be replaced over time. In that I rest my hope.

Despite all this, God's hand is clear. Its in the hearts of all those who have come to help and serve so selflessly. Trying to do our best regardless of the circumstances.  There is always a way. After the storm comes the hope of a new day. 

The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear?

The Lord is the stronghold of my life—

    of whom shall I be afraid?

- Ps 27:1

In the face of fear, we need to hear Jesus ask, “Why are you fearful?” (v.26) and be reminded that He will never leave us nor forsake us (Heb. 13:5-6). There is nothing that He can’t overcome and therefore nothing for Him to fear. So, next time you’re haunted by your fears, remember that you can rely on Jesus, our fearless Champion! - Our Daily Bread

Father, open my eyes to those struggling to have

enough food, enough love, enough hope; then open myheart to find ways to help them receive love, using myhands in service to them—and through them, to You.

By serving others, we serve God. 

- ODB

Giving

The act of giving reminds us that we live by the grace of God—like the birds and the flowers. Those creations don’t worry about their future; neither should we. Giving offers us a way to express our confidence that God will care for us just as He cares for the sparrow and lily (Matt. 6:25-34).

- Philip Yancey

Water & truth

Thirst was made for water; inquiry for truth. #CSLewis


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Be YOU

In God, whose word I praise—
in God I trust and am not afraid.
What can mere mortals do to me? (Psalm 56:4 NIV)

You're going to have to take a chance on not being like everyone else. You must ask yourself, am I a people pleaser or a God pleaser? It's not worth it to try and please man, because God didn't make you to live for other people's approval.

God knew what He was doing when He made you. You are a unique individual, God created you the way you are! It's time that you dare to accept yourself as different and stop being insecure about who you are.


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Strength, hope, patience & faith

The Lord has been faithful through the generations. Times like these reminds us of our fragility as human beings but also our greatness as His children. Our bodies fail but it brings us all the more closer to Him. He embraces us so.
This time is not only for Lola, but for all of us. Now is the time to stand firm in our foundations. This family has weathered through more and we will not be moved.
The wait is excruciating and it wrenches my heart to see Lola in pain. But the mere mention of our Lord brings a peace and a gentle smile to her face.
So Lord, we rest at your feet. Grant us all the strength, patiemce, peace and love only you can provide. Ease Lola's pain in any way. Thank you for the means you have provided that we can focus on her.


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Power of words

You can choose life-generating thoughts by hearing, reading, thinking and talking about God and His Truth. What's inside you will find its way outside, so when you fill your mind with good, positive, powerful, life-giving things from God, positive, powerful, life-giving words will naturally follow.
- Joyce Meyer


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A lesson about truth in life

Whoever finds me finds life & receives favor from the LORD. But whoever fails to find me harms himself; -Proverbs 8:35


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a beautiful poem for parents

I MAY NOT ALWAYS HAVE TODAY

I may not always have today,
To hold you in my arms
To hear your laughter as you play,
Or catch the smiles you pass my way.
I may not always have today,
To linger for a while,
To paint, or read a book or two,
Or pass the time to be with you.
I may not always have today,
To take your little hands,
To teach you how to fly a kite,
Or point to stars on walks at night.

I may not always have today,
But while I have you still,
I’ll thank the Lord for all you are,
Enjoy each moment and each hour.
You are God’s gift from up above,
My privilege today, to love.
My privilege TODAY, to love..

God's Time and Plan

God gives us hopes and dreams for certain things to happen in our lives, but He doesn't always allow us to see the exact timing of His plan. Although frustrating, not knowing the exact timing is often what keeps us in the program. When we accept God's timing, we can learn to live in hope and enjoy our lives while God is working on our problems.
- Joyce Meyer


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Weight a minute!!!

When I was married, I was about 120lbs max!  I had a fit lifestyle and anything I ate didn't cause much damage.

Fast forward 2 years and post baby... I am at a surprising 130 lbs!  I'm heavier than when I just gave birth which was 125 lbs!  Its depressing, frustrating and it really plays with your mind!  

Plyometrics is irritating me to the highest level but I have to suck it in soon just so that I can at least do something.  The people here like playing badminton at 7pm up.  Not the best time for me with my baby and all.  2 months doing plyo in the gym and I barely changed at all!  What gives???

Venting out, obviously, because after a month's break, I have to drag myself back to the gym.  But I'm not excited.  

So depressed...  Its obvious I love food and cooking is my dream.  What to do what to do???