All things worked for our good

Two years ago, as far as I can remember, I endured one of the hardest parts of my life – letting go of my first love. Hard as it is, it took time for me to move on. It was not easy. I struggled a lot. I hurt a couple of people and disappointed a lot of my friends. Then and there, God paved the way for me, to excel in school and in other ways. God taught me how it is to be a volunteer teacher for teens during Sabbath School. I conquered some of my fears. I begun to sang songs (well, I know I am not really good at it.) I learned how was it to be a big sister, a mother and a friend to my younger siblings. God taught me great lessons – from school to family. I may still be at the crossroads but I continued to have faith in God.

As far as I can remember, I know the first meeting was a disaster – awkward. I was kind of bitter but I begun to know why.  I was not ready that time either to see him or to talk to him. Everything came pouring because people tried to push us together and that made me mad. But I tried to evaluate myself that time – there was none. There are no more feelings left. And no, nothing is between us anymore. 

Last week, we got to talk. I thought meeting him for the second time would turn to be another disaster. But, I was wrong. The conversation went smoothly. All things were cleared. Now, I know that sometimes, people need to talk. I am happy that we are good – good friends.

Moreover, it's nice to know that some things are better now. Past done. Present-here I come! Thank you GOD!

Just like a famous song, says...
All things work for our good though sometimes we don't see how they could. Struggles that break our hearts in two, sometimes blind us to the truth. Our Father knows what's best for us His ways are not our own. So when your pathway grows dim and you just don't see him, remember you’re never alone. God is too wise to be mistaken. God is too good to be unkind. So, when you don't understand, when don't see his plan, when you can't trace his hand, trust His Heart.

Every heartbreak, every struggle, all makes us stronger. It is God's way of saying, I am here and I won't let you fall. I will be there all the way and I won't leave you behind.

Time goes and changes come. We don’t know what the future holds. But the best thing is – to take things slow. Prioritize the priorities. Face the problems that are right in front of you. Keep looking up to God. If it’s meant to be, it will be. All in God’s time.

My 2013 10-day vacation Part 1: My Weekend, a blessing

I left home, June 13, 2013 and had a bus ride at 6:00pm. I was not used to traveling alone since I came back to Bicol and stayed for the past two years. I was kind of scared but managed to get through having short naps along the way. I thought I would be arriving too late in the morning but I arrived too early around 5:15. I took some breakfast at McDonalds and waited for my bestfriend, Liz. Later, we went to the MAMCC Cafeteria and joined her for breakfast. Then nanay lady came and had chit chats. Moreover, when we finished having our breakfast, Bes went off to work and Nanay helped me bring my things to her apartment.

That day passed having the whole day spent for sleeping, where I almost forgot eating lunch. But when I remembered, I had lunch at the cafeteria with Boobhie. As I was waiting for the day to pass, I spent it fixing my things for the weekend and having some selfie pictures. I made silly faces and listened to music. As I wait for Andrew to come, Nanay lady arrived from work, and we had some conversation and played my favorite game, 4pics-1word.  

Later on, Lady and I went to McDonalds and continued our conversation as we wait for Andrew. (There was heavy traffic.) It was a funny moment when I saw him, He was too cute like a teddy bear and I can’t stop but smile. Having some fats made him look way better than before – and it suits him really well. 

Nanay left and Andrew and I had our dinner. Later, we rode a bus going to Monumento (and honestly, I forgot where we stopped and waited for the next bus. I am not really good with directions and memorizing. Hahaha)

with Minette, Cel and Tita Baby at San Vicente SDA Church

It was one of the most unforgettable and happy weekends I had.I am happy spending time with them and going to church as well in San Vicente SDA Church.

I also had the chance to share a short talk/testimony.  My feet and knees were shaking and speaking in Filipino. Honestly, it was my first time to speak that long. But I thank my God for providing me words to speak for Him. It was about how God made me realize that He works through our prayers though he answers it with a no or a rare yes. 

I found a new family with Ate Mira and Andrew’s family. I was like a family to them. I really miss having to spend the weekend with them. I would always want to come back again.

Sunday came and we waited for each other at McDonalds. When Lisette came (It was two years ago, when I last saw her), off we went to star city. We spent the afternoon with Andrew, Lisette, Ate Mira and Seth enjoying the rides in Star City. Well, as for me there were rides that I didn’t really like, which no one could even force me (especially Viking and Jungle Splash… Hahaha…) But my favorite was ______ Haha. I would always want to come back and ride it no matter how many times it would take me to line up (hahahaha). But time was too short.

Monday, I had to go back to Pasay and get some things and buy something at MOA. It’s a secret. Haha. Its for me to know and for people to think. Haha. Anyways, by the afternoon, I had to go back home and travel by myself – that’s what I thought of (Hahaha). I rode the bus going to Monumento and stop at SM North EDSA. I thought it was just near, but it was too far – around 3 hour-bus ride. I am thankful to God that there were good people who sat beside me at the bus and got to ask some things ( especially when I thought I was at SM North when in fact I was not there yet.) God was so great he provided angels for me (because I am an angel as well… Hahaha!) When I arrived at SM North, Andrew was waiting there for me at Jollibee. (He came there faster than the bus... Syempre sumakay ng MRT/LRT ata yun Hahahaha!) We had our snack and we looked around and kept on looking for the food court and later went home. At the end of the day, I was smiling and I was really happy.

Tuesday came, I had to say goodbye to a family I love and I will continually love. How I wish I could lengthen my stay in their house, I had some errands and some things to do as well. 

A blessing

This Sabbath started out great. We had our sabbath school lesson for the early teens and our topic was about the Sabbath. I thank my professor before in Personal Evangelism who taught us about bible study and our Bible markings. It helped us as we had our short bible study during our Sabbath school lesson.

But, later this afternoon, an accident happened. But still I praise God because my brother is better. Moreover, because of this incident, it entices me more to pursue my dream to be a doctor. Just like my mom said, she wished she could continue but she hopes to take general surgery as her specialty. But for me, I like pediatrics or maybe general surgery - either way, I know its' still my dream. I wanted to work in a hospital, maybe a government where they are really in need of nurses/doctors to be able to help more people not thinking of what status they may have in life. I love to help. I love to take good care of people, especially those whom I love. Most of all, I love to make people happy.

I know though these dreams may be unreachable this time, but time will come where I can be pursue this. But I want to help my family for a while before pursuing medicine. If it's God's will, then it will come. It's worth the wait.

Acceptance and Forgiveness

Being thankful for the past is one of the best gifts God gives us. Forgiving and forgetting may be associated with each other. But the best is not forgetting but accepting that life has moved on, that each one is ready to face another book in their lives. It was not easy, but God paved the way to be just fine.

I have learned to forgive and to accept that there are certain things in this world that one must be. Learn to accept that there are other things that you must be thankful for. One of them is that you have learned and that you learned it early before committing yourself to a bigger responsibility.

What are the things I learned? Well, I had a lot. (a) God has a lot more things in mind than just putting yourself in the past- you need to grow, both of you needs it. (b) Respecting that the other does not want any more attachments - does not mean you had not moved on, it just means, the chapter was over and there was no more room for the both of you. No more attachments does not mean you can't be friends - you can still be friends, but not what you think you'd be. Acquaintance might be the best description of it. (c) Do not rush. Some things need time. It needs a lot of thinking. (d) Learn from your mistakes and don't do them again. (e) Don't push people, coz' eventually you'll regret them. (f) Learn to fight for what you know is right. If you love the person, why lay back when you could fight for them? (g) Most of all, God heals. God understands. God is faithful.

Well, there are a lot and it might take me years if I put them all together. But what is past remains in the past. I love my life NOW and I am thankful for where God has placed me today. Thank you for the broken heart that I learned to let go and to moved on. I am happy I am a new person in God.

People might misunderstood me for not talking. People might have misunderstood me for my actions toward you. People might have misunderstood me from not having attachments with you. But on that day that I realized, I know I would not open my doors nor my windows for you. One thing is for sure, I don't regret  having to let go. I don't regret that length of time that we had been together. I am thankful it happened. Because of it, I had a lot of lessons learned and I learned them earlier. I am thankful I am happier now.

Today and always, I am surrendering all my plans to God and to keep God in my heart always.It's not going to be easy but it's going to be worth it.  But as it said, waiting brings more happiness. If it's meant to be, it will be. All to God I give my praise.

At a Distance

It's a rare thing to find a good friend in someone you haven't seen in person. But I thank God I met a friend in you. Belated happy birthday Kat ! Ngaun, may picture na din tayo :) I'm very excited to see you in person and all of our friends back there. God bless in all your endeavors and may you keep God in your heart - always!
 <3 lots of love and prayers, Jaja

It was God who made it possible

After seven years, my hardwork had paid off. Thank You God! 

Thank You God! I wasn't expecting to receive an award. Thank You God for being #1 on the awards for Academic Distinction.

To God be all the Glory!

Congratulations Batch 2013

Thank You God for everything and for the award you've given me. Thank you for the people who never stopped believing in me and those people who inspired me in finishing this course.  Thank you for the seven years of persistence and perseverance. Thank You for AUP for building me up and DWCL for giving me a chance in improving myself. It may not be a smooth ride, but you were always there for me. Now, I can finally say I finished my Accountancy Degree.

"Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think." Ephesians 3:20, NLT"

TO GOD BE ALL THE GLORY!

Congratulations Batch 2013!

Janela Asuncion
BS Accountancy

To God be all the Glory

The end of college days is fast approaching, and I want to take this time to thank the people who have helped me where I am today. Accounting is a tough career and I thank God for giving me wonderful professors in AUP who have molded me and prepared me to go on.

I graduated my Management Accounting degree at AUP. I am thankful for my professors - Mam Bing (Accounting I & 2), Mam OJ (FA 1-3), Sir Red ( AudTheory, AIS, Auditing),  Mam Joy (Cost Acctg 1&2, ObliCon) Mam Lintao (Adv. Acctg 1&2 & Mngt Accounting), Mam Ghee (Tax 1&2), Sir Law (ParCor, Sales, Nego) and Mam Macalalad (FBOM, HBO,MCB, FS),  who in one way or another molded me (academics, realities of life) throughout college years in AUP. If it weren't for them, I couldn't possibly continue my dream of being a CPA someday.

I wasn't expecting to continue Accountancy, but due to the persistence of my father, I made it possible. I was hoping to continue Accountancy in AUP, but due to financial difficulties, I had to stay home. I struggled my life over a new environment. It wasn't the same and how I wished to go back to AUP, but I had to stay. Life wasn't easy back home, classes may seem easy, but I guess I started out from scratch- taking basic subjects plus 18 units of Theology. But there were people who continued to inspire me, my thoughts of my previous professors and friends who believed in me - made me take a step forward. I am thankful for Mam Mortz who  have believed in me, especially when I just started in DWCL - having Management Accounting II. I would also want to thank Sir Rey Redoblado, Sir Mark Ng, Sir Busalla and Sir Ramos who mentored us through our Pre-review classes.

In my seven years in college, graduated BSCMA and will be graduating BSA, AUP and DWCL have both touched my heart in pursuing my dreams. Once again, I  would want to extend my sincerest gratitude to the professors and my inspirations in continuing this career. I may not have chosen this career, but through God, He helped me love it.

In God's time, I know, I will, I can and I am a CPA.

"Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think." Ephesians 3:20, NLT

School's Out

Thank you God, classes are finally over. It was a rough ride indeed, a total of seven years in college with  two bachelor's degrees. Thank you God for the abundant blessings, words couldn't tell how thankful I am to You. To God be All the Glory!

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philippians 4:6

Accountancy: Almost there!

For the past years, I know in one way or another, I regretted a lot of things -  but what I didn't regret is learning from them. Being immature before, I know I had struggled a lot that caused the many failures I had. Maybe because I didn’t make an option but to choose to love someone more than my studies could’ve been. I cannot change the fact that it happened already and people are constantly reminding me of what had happened before – if only you had only focused and didn’t mind about love – what could have happened of me? No one can tell, because it never happened.

As it said, there is no permanent thing in this world but CHANGE. People change, feelings change. Other people change and so do their feelings. Broken hearts are hard to mend, especially broken dreams. But I thank you for the broken heart that I learned how it is to love someone – all out.

March is fast approaching, I may still have struggles over my studies, but it didn’t stop me from having that dream of graduating in ACCOUNTANCY. It was a big start, it wasn’t easy. I struggled from love, school, friends and family. But God helped me through.

It was all thanks to God – a great big one – if it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be as happy as I am today. 

Have it

Thank You God for this... It has been a long time since I received a recognition of being a Dean's Lister. I may not have attended the recognition day, but I know God is still happy I am upholding my Sabbath keeping. Thank you Lord. :)

23 days to go

just finished submitting my application for graduation

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The Garden

Looking through the garden, I saw different kinds of plants. Each with their own color and kind. Sometimes I would wonder how such plant could grow with the help of sunlight and water. Is that how is it suppose to be? How about adding something else? Would it still grow? Do storms and heavy rain make them stronger or weaker?

For as the soil makes the sprout come up and a garden causes seeds to grow, so the Sovereign Lord will make righteousness and praise spring up before all nations. Isaiah 61:11, NIV

Well, God has its mysterious formulas to deal with each living thing he had created. Rains and storms create challenges for everyone, it could either make you stronger or weaker, depending on how you see it. But do we know that these are blessings in disguise? We should see each hurdle as a stepping stone, or something that may eventually help us in the future. It does not want you to be weak, nor does it want you to have a burden. It would make sense, if just try and surrender everything to God. 

Life is mysterious and is wonderful.. And as it said..

Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4, NIV

God bless! Happy Midweek <3

Anoling Seventh-Day Adventist Church Website

Thank you Lord for the talent of creativity. I know this may not be the perfect one, but thank you God for giving me ideas to put this up. Lord, I pray that this Church, whom I love, would grow bigger in faith. It might be a small church, but it has a big heart. May you continue to shower us with Thy blessings and may we be a light to other people. Thank you for Thy bountiful love and care, Amen.

*Feel free to visit our website at http://anolingsdachurch.weebly.com/ *

Saving Pays Off

Its one of those days when I can find the right shoes that fit my feet. Thank God that I had save some and was able to purchase these. <3

Civil Service Eligibility Exam: I Passed

Thank you God :)

God is so good! An early Christmas gift indeed! Praise God! I passed the civil service exam! Thank you so much God!:) Salamat sa news Ella Jane... Hindi ko tlaga ineexpect na mangyari yun... the best talaga si God!