Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. As children of God, we need not hesitate to ask, seek and knock, especially from Him our heavenly Father. "Of course, we can ask God for our heart's desire --- for as long as it is in harmony with His will." -Solo Flight by Grace D. Chong & Francie Castañeda-Lacanilao I … [Read more...]
Dealing With Frustration, Cymplified!
I am no stranger to frustration. I am learning to deal with frustration every day. Looking at my supposedly working desk and seeing the clutter frustrates me. Not being able to bring my children to run and play in parks frustrates me. Dreams unfulfilled frustrate me. How do you deal with frustration? “Laughter and tears are both responses to frustration and exhaustion. I myself prefer to laugh, since there is less cleaning do to do afterward.” ― Kurt Vonnegut “Am I ever angry or frustrated? I … [Read more...]
Overcoming Temptation, Cymplified!
I am faced with temptation every single day. I am tempted to eat more than my tummy could contain, to eat more sweets after meals. I am tempted to lose my patience with my children, to speak to them with a harsh voice. I am tempted to let the day take over my attitude and goals, to not make time to read the Bible. See, temptations are very common in life. And sometimes, we see them as being so simple that we think that we can conquer them all by ourselves. If these temptations are already a part … [Read more...]
An Un-forgotten Anniversary, Cymplified!
Warning: Cheese overload! Exactly 11 years ago, on a much cooler afternoon, after satisfying a "prerequisite" I set, he asked me this question on a ride in the IKOT jeep, "Do you accept me as your boyfriend?" He was my very first. And also my last. Five years later, he became my ex-boyfriend. Because, five years later, we were exchanging vows on the altar of NMEC. It surprises me to realize how long I have known him. Who knew that a stranger whom I met online could be my … [Read more...]
Wedding Anniversary {2012}, Cymplified!
While I was cleaning out our bodega, I unearthed a sort of wedding anniversary card I made in 2007. I was still a work-outta-home-mommy and wife. I printed this in my workplace so it wasn't colored. I don't know if I still have the soft copy. Anyway, I forgot if Rix read it or what his reaction was. So many things have happened since then. We even have three children now! But, I am sure that I love him deeper than ever. Even though there are times when this ride called marriage is bumpy, … [Read more...]
Contentment and Ambitions, Cymplified!
In between counting my blessings and drafting goals for my family, I came across these questions that I hopefully could find the answers to, if it is God's will. Contented \kən-ˈten-təd\ adjective : feeling or showing satisfaction with one's possessions, status, or situation If a person's basic needs, which are a roof over his head, clean clothes on his back and food for every day, are supplied, should he be content? 1 Timothy 6:5-7 (NIV) 5 and constant friction between people of … [Read more...]
Birthday and Wisdom, Cymplified!
As a person celebrates another year of her life, it is with hope that she becomes another year wiser. With each birthday, wisdom shall follow. Hopefully! Here's a part of my digital birthday card from Nestle Club. I do hope I am wiser now by making the most of everything in my cymple life. Cymplicity, harmony, opportunity... these things I wish on my candles. Everyday, I pray for wisdom from the Lord to guide me on this journey of being a wife and mother. I don't have any plans … [Read more...]
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