365 Challenge Day 121

We don't have to be blue all the time

365 Challenge Day 120

tools of surprise

Psalm 90:14
Surprise us with love at daybreak; then we'll skip and dance all the day long.

365 Challenge Day 119

Even if there are changes that happen, (like a haircut which my neighbor had), we're still loved by God

Liberty Street Clothing Company "White Simplicity" Shirt

Great shirts. Great purpose. Got myself a white one and I love it. I'm afraid of wearing a white shirt but this shirt got me wanting to get more of them hehe.
Check out their site

http://libertystreetclothing.com/

and I'm excited to wear it out!

les petits trésors et les grandes prières

de deux extrémités

J'ai juste écrit plus tôt sur le devotional quotidienne que j'envoie sur les trésors. J'ai écrit sur la collecte et la thésaurisation. Si nous ne recueillons pas ce qui est bon pour nous il peut endommager nous beaucoup.

J'ai mes propres collections personnelles. J'ai mes montres, j'ai mes bracelets, j'ai mes chaussures, j'ai mes chemises, mes jeans, mes livres. Les petits trésors dans la vie qui me rendent heureuse. « Couronnes » pour chaque réussite qui je crois ont besoin d'une célébration pour. Je ne suis pas vraiment dans les expériences mais plus sur des choses tangibles. Cependant, j'ai appris que dans la vie, c'est l'expérience qui comptent le plus. Je peux seulement porter une paire de chaussures à la fois. Le temps est précieux. Et je suis frustré par le fait que le temps est un luxe que je souhaite, j'ai eu. Je suis pressé partout. J'ai un délai à respecter pour les expositions d'art, j'ai un calendrier personnel à la fin de peintures et de perdre du poids. Et aussi dans une voiture, maison et femme (et qui ne signifie pas que c'est dans cet ordre). Plus important encore, j'ai appris que Dieu est en contrôle de tout. Bien que je sois anxieux vers les désirs de mon cœur, je sais que pour un fait qu'il est là pour donner lorsque je suis prêt. Dieu, veuillez me préparer avec les étapes que je vais prendre bientôt. Veuillez être avec moi si mon cœur sera brisé, ou ensemble. Je t'aime.

365 Challenge Day 118

God can do more than we can imagine

365 Challenge Day 117

I am reminded that when we seek we shall find and to hold on to the promises of God

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Not all who wander are lost

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God sends help from others. And it's great to share stories and blessings with those He sends

Thea + Trauma. I'm sorry.

Here’s Thea. You pronounce her name as spelled or in our local tongue “Tia.” She’s such a lovely dog. She’s a mix breed: Husky and a smaller breed (Chihuahua? I’m not sure). She’s very friendly with women. But with men, she hides. Here’s her story as told by my friend Jennie:

When she was a pup, she and her siblings were abused by your typical “manong” caretaker while the owners weren’t looking. When the puppies would howl (since part of them were Husky) or bark (since some were of the other smaller breed), they would spanked really hard. It’s their nature to howl. It’s their nature to bark. They don’t know any better since they were puppies. And if I’m not mistaken, some even died because of the abuse. So Thea, who got adopted (thank goodness), has always been afraid of men. Especially the ones who look like your typical “manong” carpenter or house boy.

Jennie says “it’s just like any woman. You hurt them enough, or mistreat them, they end up hiding from the hurt and sometimes we just go to our room just like Thea.” I said back “I apologize for all the guys who hurt you. And Thea.” We end up laughing and she says “good thing she’s starting to approach you, she can tell you’re not bad.” It’s a good sign I think.

Thea’s story reminds me of stories of friends who experienced trauma in different forms. A loss in the family or loved one, abuse by others, heart break, misunderstandings, and all the sort. Well, since this is public, I’d like to say I am sorry for those I may have caused some traumatic experiences to. I’m sorry if I didn’t try hard enough. I’m sorry if I became selfish. I’m sorry if it seems I just disappeared. I’m sorry for the excuses I make to justify my holding back from truly giving everything. I’m sorry for the hurt I caused. I am still learning to balance things since I  guess, I’ve been hurting too with all the insecurities I have from the traumatic experiences I went through too. But that’s just another excuse. I will one day let go of my excuses, and just give. And do what is right.

365 Challenge Day 114

What you think is lost at times, God can bring them back. Like this doughnut... haven't seen this for ages!

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When you let go, there's something worth looking forward to

Here's part an old painting that I had to let go sometime ago. And I wouldn't be where I am now if it wasn't for the old paintings

Some of the things I learned

Some of the lessons I learned as I hit my x amount of years in this life:

1. God is Love
2. I am loved, even if I don’t know it
3. Hard work pays off
4. If you want to win, you have to accept that there is risk of loss
5. I don’t want to be alone
6. There are things not only worth fighting for, but worth dying for
7. There are friends that you can run to
8. Bless others, and you will be blessed
9. There is power in prayer
10. It takes a lot to lose weight. :p
11. It’s ok to cry
12. There is always hope
13. Life is beautiful
14. I can only wear one pair of shoes at a time
15. Acrylic medium does wonders
16. Hugs and kisses and words of affirmation does wonders
17. Stay away from the negative
18. YOLO doesn't mean you can do whatever you want
19. When you’re down, talk to God. And be receptive with what He has to say
20. Waiting doesn’t mean you just sit down and do nothing
21. The universe doesn’t let things fall on your lap, but at a distance that is reachable
22. I am strong enough for the challenges I am given
23. Don’t hold back with what you need to say
24. When you say something, be sure you mean it
25. Seek counsel from Godly friends
26. Help those who need help
27. When you lay everything to God, there’s peace
28. When you need help, ask
29. Be specific and detailed with everything
30. Trust in those who trust you
31. Do your part, and when you do it, do your best, and do it for God!

Here are some shots for my day. I admit, it was a really good day even if I was avoiding  it. :)

365 Challenge Day 112

There's a lot to celebrate!

365 Challenge Day 111

God surprises us. And also, we get led to places to remind us of His goodness.

chocolate gift from Lou!!!

The best Shawarma i know in terms of price and taste!