PAR-TEA UNDER THE SON

Seems that my blog post is a bit spelled creatively once more right?

We’re supposed to start by 8 in the morning of Sunday, but yes as always (and forgive me) for being COD – Cause of Delay in most events, we started before 9AM. Thank you to my sisters who never get tired of excusing my tardiness no matter how badly I tried to make it on time. I’m working in fixing my schedule, believe me but it’s always not as what I expected it to be. I’ll work even harder on that part of my life, I promise ;)

Always start with a prayer – I never can argue on this one, in whatever you do you do it for the LoRd. In events like this, we as Christians must start and end everything with a prayer.

To break the ice, we had a small activity and each and everyone was given a paper (with tea pot drawing on it!) and a pen so we can start writing what makes our sister beautiful. Believe me; most of us were also surprised when we read what others think of us. In all conscience, it was hard to believe what I was reading on that very moment of what others think of me.

What hit me big time from all the adjectives written inside my tea pot, this one made me ponder real hard – WOMAN of STRENGTH. Most of the time when I was about to give up, still I can [somehow] convey the message that I am [still] strong and I can surpass whatever challenge comes my way. Because if God puts you there, He will help you get through it. In every problem He gives His children, He knows that we can handle it.

God makes us weak in order for us to call for His help.

Next is SUPPORTIVE of OTHERS. If someone asks me for help, the common answer I give is yes. Time is the only thing I can generously give to others. Support them in each way possible as long as I can. If one of my friends needs help in achieving something, I will be more than willing to help. As long as I can, there is no reason to hesitate. In helping others achieve their dreams, I am meeting people along the way that help me reach mine, too.

For the past months, I always received a text saying “Saan ka?” | “San ka?” which I know for a fact that a meeting is cooking up and I have been mostly around the Metro to meet who needs my time. Yes, ang dami ko kasing time. Haha! Most of my friends had different battles, challenges that test their faith. I, regardless how busy I am, as long as I can fit it in my schedule, I will. If not, still I’ll make a way. In times like this, I am reminded of my duty and responsibility as a Christian.

With what was written on my tea pot, it made me blushed and my initial reaction was “Ay! Ganito pala ako. Hehe” I am the worst person existed on earth that cannot handle even a single compliment. As opposed to saying “Thank You” I just rolled on the floor and died.

The light in the dark – I didn’t think I am one.

Very beautiful inside and out – I died with the word very on this one.

Very courageous | Christ centered – again with the word very made me died the second time.

Loving daughter | Responsible daughter – thank you!

Appreciative | Smart – thanks.

Strong willed | Understanding | Loving | Strong faith in Christ – those were so kind words that made me think that this is me.

Textmate | Loving | Caring – time is what I always give generously.

Work devoted – :)

After each and everyone picked their top 2 that and shared it with the group, Karen said that we are beautiful. If someone says “Ang ganda mo” or “Pretty” or “Beautiful” believe that someone who said that, because God made us beautiful and we are perfect creatures like our sisters and brothers.

I’m still learning how to consent such accolades though but I’m trying. I didn’t grow up accepting praises from my friends when the word “beauty” is already present. If a friend or a co-worker I bumped into the lift and says “Ang ganda mo Lexi” or “You look good today” or “Always blooming ha?!” my initial reaction ALWAYS is “I’m just next to you” seriously, I don’t take it as it is because being beautiful for me is like a beauty queen with silky straight hair, tall slim body while I’m on the complete opposite. But then again, beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, lol! Seriously, I read an article at Cosmo one time that we, as women, we need to say “thank you” from compliments as such that we get to let the them feel and appreciate what they have said to you.

Enough of the “pretty” and I’m starting to get shy.

Another one I can’t get enough of reading over and over is the Love Letter from God. By reading this, this reminds us women that we are special and we are indeed His princess, daughter or angel.

What did you notice with these photos? Like Ven said, the “Ate Sheila” pose. Yung naka tingkayad. Haha! Meet Ven, Ivy and Darren.

I hope this entry gets to inspire you [even in a little] as much as the assembly itself inspired me big time.