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Join me on this journey as I celebrate life's little moments, spread positivity, and connect with wonderful souls.

Some days I’m okay.Some days I’m really not.Grief has a strange way of showing up uninvited — in the middle of a laugh, ...
08/09/2025

Some days I’m okay.
Some days I’m really not.
Grief has a strange way of showing up uninvited — in the middle of a laugh, in the quiet moments, or when I least expect it.
I miss my papa more than words can say.
No, it doesn’t get easier.
You just learn to live with the emptiness.
You learn to carry the love and the ache at the same time.
Every day without him is a reminder of how lucky I was to have someone so hard to lose.

Sometimes hitting reset is the most powerful move you can make. Letting go, starting over, choosing peace — it’s not wea...
24/08/2025

Sometimes hitting reset is the most powerful move you can make. Letting go, starting over, choosing peace — it’s not weakness, it’s growth. 🌱✨

There comes a moment when you realize that starting over isn't a setback — it's a breakthrough. Trying something new, walking away from those who used you, deleting the old version of yourself they tried to define — that takes courage. Rock bottom isn't the end. It's the solid ground where you rebuild, stronger and wiser. Peace doesn't come from perfection, but from finally choosing yourself. Let go. Begin again. You’re not behind — you’re just getting started.

“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast a...
26/07/2025

“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
— 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV)

Lately, I’ve been feeling drained—emotionally and spiritually. The weight of unmet expectations, unresolved debts, and people not coming through when they said they would has left me discouraged. It’s hard not to feel disheartened when it seems like everything is slipping further out of control.

But in this low place, this place of weakness, God reminds me that His grace is sufficient. Not His solutions, not immediate answers, not quick resolutions—but His grace.

That challenges me. Because in all honesty, I often want deliverance more than I want grace. I want problems solved. I want justice. I want strength. But God’s word tells me His power is made perfect in weakness—not in my plans working out or in people doing what’s fair. It’s in this moment—my fragile, tired, questioning moment—that God says His power is resting on me.

So instead of pretending I’m okay, maybe I can lean into the fact that I’m not. Maybe I can stop striving to hold it all together and instead let God meet me in the mess. The grace of God doesn’t erase the pain, but it carries me through it.

The debts may remain unpaid. The people who should be stepping up might stay silent. But God has not turned away. He is present. He is powerful. And in this hard season, I can learn to rely on Him more deeply—not in my strength, but in His.

I don’t need to deny how I feel. But I also don’t have to let those feelings define my hope.

Lord, I feel tired and let down. People have disappointed me. My hope feels thin. But You remind me that Your grace is enough. Even now, especially now, let Your power rest on me. Help me trust You—not just when I’m strong, but especially when I’m not. Amen.

15/07/2025

Come join me visit Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events —just a few kilometers from Baguio City, tucked in the peaceful side of Loacan, Itogon, Benguet.I felt like I found a little calmness when everything around me felt chaotic and blurred. Even though it just opened, it is quickly becoming known to hikers and locals, and for good reason. The trail is beginner-friendly, with a gradual ascent that takes about 1 hour depending on your pace.No rush—just you, the trail, pine trees, and fresh mountain air. At the summit, you’ll find a quiet view of surrounding hills, Baguio in the distance, and that soft breeze that reminds you to pause and breathe.🧭 How to get there:�From Baguio City, it is best to ride taxi to Mt. Camisong. If you have a private vehicle, you can easily find it on waze or google map.🕒 Best time to hike: Early morning, between 6–8 AM�✅ TIP: If you have time, go on a weekday—it’s less crowded, and you can enjoy the trail and summit in peace.�🎒 What to bring: Water, light snacks, sun protection, and a calm heart 😉Whether you’re looking for a quick breather or a peaceful solo hike, Mt. Camisong is a quiet escape that’s easy to reach. Sometimes, healing doesn’t require a plane ticket—just a short walk into the trees. 🌿

“Kaya ko pa ba?”It’s the question I ask myself every single day.Sometimes it echoes silently in my head, sometimes it co...
13/07/2025

“Kaya ko pa ba?”

It’s the question I ask myself every single day.

Sometimes it echoes silently in my head, sometimes it comes out as a whisper through tears at 2AM. Because behind the smile we show the world is a soul tired of betrayal—especially when it comes from the people we once trusted most.

There was a time I believed money couldn’t ruin relationships. We believed in loyalty. We gave what we could—sometimes even more than we had. And in return, some of those we trusted with our lives betrayed us. Not just with money, but with lies and manipulation.

It wasn’t just our finances that were stolen. It was our trust. Our sense of security. Our belief that good intentions would always bring good back.

But we—we’re left picking up the pieces. Quietly. Painfully.

So I’m writing this today—not to seek pity, not to call them out—but to leave a mark.

If a year from now I’m still here, I want to look back at this post and say: “We made it. You didn’t let them destroy you.”

But if I don’t make it... If life becomes too heavy, if the pain swallows me whole—then this will be proof that I fought. That I tried. That I gave life every ounce of strength I had.

To anyone reading this who’s ever felt the same: You're not weak for feeling tired. You're not alone for being hurt. You're human.

And maybe, just maybe, tomorrow we’ll have enough strength to ask the question again—

“Kaya ko pa ba?”
And still answer… “Oo, kahit paunti-unti.”

From pine trees to palm trees. 🌴🌴🌴
27/05/2025

From pine trees to palm trees. 🌴🌴🌴

21/04/2025

I’ve always loved Desiderata, the prose poem by Max Ehrmann, for its calming tone and beautiful words. For years, I admired its message of peace and balance, but it wasn’t until recently that I truly understood the depth of its meaning. As I’ve faced more challenges and grown older, I’ve come to realize how the poem’s timeless wisdom offers guidance on how to navigate life with grace, compassion, and inner peace. What once felt like a simple set of wise sayings now resonates deeply as a reminder of the values that matter most.

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