Helper needed, but not always wanted. Here in the Philippines, helpers and/or nannies are considered needs. It seemed the demand for them had risen higher over time. Before, employers had the luxury of choosing a suitable one for their household. It was the helpers who were wanting to be hired and would work hard to please the moms. But nowadays, it is the helpers who call the shots regarding their salary, their working schedules, and whether they would help with the kids or not. Almost 5 … [Read more...]
Books of the Bible Song, Cymplified!
One of the ways to really know God's Word is by studying it. I really admire the people who know the Bible verses by heart. People absorb knowledge in different ways. Some by looking at photos, some by watching tutorial videos, some by reading words. If you learn by music or by singing it out loud, then this song could help you commit to memory the books of the Bible. What an interesting way of memorizing! Until now, I have not done so, even though I came from a Christian high school. … [Read more...]
Promise, Cymplified!
"Promises are made to be broken." It seems this holds true these days, even among friends and family. And it is sad that words aren't honored anymore. And there's nothing we can do but to forgive them for breaking their promises. It is just disheartening to count on them anymore. I feel such a huge guilt because I promised my daughter we would take her to the beach come vacation. School is about to start and we haven't gone out of town yet. It's too bad that we cannot afford to, yet. But I … [Read more...]
Harmony, Cymplified!
God is a God of love. He is slow to anger and His mercy abounds. The way He loves us is unconditional and He wants us to share His love. God doesn't want us to fight, to put down other people, to say bad things about our peers. He wants us to forgive like He does. He wants us to live in harmony with each other, especially with fellow Christians. Image Source Harmony, something a Christian aims to achieve in all of her environments. It is very important to have harmony at home and among … [Read more...]
Dishwashing, Cymplified!
Days like these, when our household is devoid of a helper, I should be an expert in washing dishes. It is a nonstop chore, after all. I keep these reminders in mind, tips that either a family member told me or I read somewhere. • rinse everything • take a sponge with dishwashing soap and do the cups & glasses first • then the cutlery comes next • third are the bowls and plates • the pots and pans come last, the greasiest of them all • rinse everything again The following are … [Read more...]
“But, how?”, Cymplified!
One of the most annoying things my 3-year-old daughter asks me when I tell her to do something she wants to wriggle out of is, "But, how?" I realize that that is a question I often ask God. I want to know and follow God's will, and when He shows me at times, I ask, "But, how?" I wonder if He gets annoyed with me, too. God seemed to be speaking to me this past Holy Week. "How could you know My will when you don't read My Word regularly?" It makes sense and the answers I know I can find in … [Read more...]
Happiness, Cymplified!
I would like to presume that everyday is a happy day. Last January 16 was a happier day than others, though. My family and I started it with attending church. Isn't reconnecting and rekindling our relationship with God a great beginning to any day? In the evening, we had dinner at one of our favorite restaurants. I am thankful to the Lord that we could afford a fine place such as that. This was what I had for dessert. I was intrigued by the crepe. As it turns out, it was chewy, like … [Read more...]
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