Huwebes, Mayo 29, 2014

Let go. Let God.


My heart was in shambles, I must say, when this year kicked off.  Think: finding out that the guy you like (and someone you thought you might have a chance with) is gay; dealing with all the stress that your work brings; finding a new home; and admitting to yourself that there will always be this guy who you want to be with (and maybe spend the rest of your life with), but may not feel the same about you.  The events were a lot to take in, somehow making it possible to create riot with my inner self.  But fortunately, it did not.  Prayers did help a lot.  Making yourself busy and joking around with friends also allowed me to get past what I really feel inside.  There were times when I just want to scream, cry, go somewhere far.  I felt the need to be alone, hoping this would clear my mind and return to thinking clear and making sound decisions.

I think, sometimes, I overanalyze things.  Assumptions and expectations hit me, hurting me in the process.  I used to pray for what I want.  And then it brought me to the realization that maybe I am being selfish.  Maybe the one thing I have been asking for is not meant for me.  Soon enough, God, as great as He always is, gave me the answer.  One Sunday, when I celebrated mass, I felt that He was talking to me.  The priest said that when you pray, you must ask that His Will be done.  And for this you will know that what is given to you is what you truly deserve.  I am very thankful for that reminder.  Now I can say that my heart is finding its much needed peace.  I am determined to let go of the past and face the life that I am meant to live.

I am actually writing this to let out the excess baggage.  And hopefully, someone out there would learn something from this – that in every battle, God has His purpose of allowing it.  So let His Will guide you, let His Will be done.


_Anj <3

Huwebes, Mayo 22, 2014

Crazy about Bohol!


Bohol, Philippines – the first time I came to this place for a vacation, I immediately fell in love.  I then told myself that I will be going back here.  I witnessed an extraordinary beauty the first time I set foot in this place.  Its beaches would definitely leave a mark in your memory.  The people are nice and friendly.  The food, although nothing really extraordinary and not very far from the “lutong bahay” that we used to have in Manila, is A-Ok.  The scenery is awe-inspiring (think: Chocolate Hills, Man-made forest, the Churches, the falls, etc.).  Such place has so many natural resources that we Filipinos could be proud of.  I, for one, became even prouder to be a Filipino and felt fortunate enough to experience the culture of Bohol.

The second time I visited Bohol was just last March 2014.  Despite the earthquake and the typhoon that hit late last year, the beauty of this place is still apparent.  There were quite a handful of tourists who, like us, still wanted to see just how exquisite Bohol is.  And I must say that it did not disappoint us.  I was proud that I was able to bring my friends here.  Not only did we enjoy the place, but great moments were also shared.

Panglao will always be one of my favorite places in Bohol.  The serenity of the beaches never failed to let me realize how amazing life is.  The view has the power to make you forget your worries, leaving you with no choice, but to enjoy what this place has to offer.  Just thinking about it, makes my heart flutter and makes me want to go back there in an instant.  Everything there is worth experiencing for.  So if you have not been to Bohol yet, then what the heck are you waiting for?! :D


_Anj <3