He Opens a Window

He Opens a Window by Jim Rule

I thought that I was well prepared for all life had in store.

It seemed that I had everything and could not ask for more.
Now the things I thought I wanted have vanished with the wind.
But I won’t give in to despair. I’ll look again and look within.

Chorus:
For when God closes a door
He opens a window
But we need to open our eyes.
For when God closes a door
He opens a window
Blessings can come in disguise,
But we need to open our eyes.

It’s hard to know just what to do or even what to say
When hope is gone. You can’t go on, and everything looks gray,
And the things you thought you wanted are nowhere to be found.
If you feel lost and all alone then look again, and look around.

Chorus

Sometimes we pray for an answer.
Sometimes the answer is “No!”
But what we do with each answer
Can show us how we live and how we grow.

And now, at last, I understand. I know just what to do,
And though it’s not the way I planned,
His plan comes shining through.
Thought I knew just what I wanted. Got what I need instead,
And with His love to guide me through,
I’ll look again and look ahead.

Chorus

But we need to open our hearts.
Believe it, and that’s how it starts.

I'm not sure how this song goes but the message is very nice. :-)

We shouldn't lose hope eventhough there may be times that the future looks bleak. He provides us with various opportunities. We just have to be patient and trust Him completely.

Thank you, dear Father, for the windows you open. ;-)

May God be praised.

God bless you all!!! :-)

The Other Side of Puerto Galera

I've been to White Beach several times already. If you want to be seen and if you are looking for party mood, White Beach is really the place for you. However, this year, I wanted something different. I wanted to experience the sea, sand and sun in a more peaceful and serene way. After much research, we decided to try out Talipanan Beach, Puerto Galera.

We booked ourselves at Mountain Beach Resort. Getting there is the same as going to White Beach. Just hop on a ferry boat from the Batangas Pier. We rode one which dropped us off directly at Talipanan. I think you can also reach it by tricycle from White Beach. I am just not so sure about the fare.

The resort was great and the staff was very friendly. Food was also great at their restaurant. We loved their mango pancakes! :-D





It was indeed peacefule there. It wasn't that crowded. Kaya lang, I wasn't so happy with the beach there. Fortunately, when we walked around, we found this very beautiful area. Medyo mahirap lang to go there because it was a choice between going into the waters or climbing steep rocks (we tried both!). But the view was so much worth it! :-D


There were only a few dining places there. I think the most upscale would be Luca's Italian restaurant. We were not so happy with what we ordered the first time we ate there.We had carbonara (not so creamy) and 4 cheese pizza (was there any cheese?!). However, we were so much happier with our food the next night. We had their putanesca and a pork dish. It was so yummy that there was nothing left to take home. ;-)




I would love to spend some time there again. :-)

For more pictures, please visit this site.

Exploring San Pablo

Heart's Day was approaching and most of us had no dates. We then decided to hold our planning session on Valentine's weekend. We were looking for a venue that was out of town but still near and wouldn't cost much. Fortunately, we found out about Starlake Resort in San Pablo, Laguna.


Don't expect too much becuase their charges are really minimal. However, the owner and staff were very accommodating and helpful. Masarap din silang magluto. ;-)

While at the resort, you must visit Mojicap lake. The owner was suggesting another tourist spot, which I forgot, but we didn't have time anymore.



You can find out more about this resort by visiting their site. For more pictures, please visit my multiply.

On Long Distance Relationships

I was writing something regarding long distance relationships. Just want to share a few lines....




I want to be able to laugh with you when I am happy.

I want to be able to cry on your shoulder when I am sad.


I want you to be able to hug me to comfort me when I am lonely or angry.
I want to be able to see you smile.
I want to be able to share a simple meal with you.
I want to be able to go to mass with you.
I want to be able to kiss you just because.

And I want someone who would also want and need the same things from me.

Helping the Holy Souls in Purgatory

I've always known about purgatory and the holy souls. However, I have never really thought about their needs and how to help them. When my mom passed away, a friend gave me a booklet on this topic. I have realized that they do need our help and they need it urgently so that their sufferings may come to an end soon. I thought of my mom and I don't want to think that she's still suffering there after all that she has gone through here on earth. And so I pray for her and for all the Holy Souls in purgatory. It also good to know that they are gratefule to those who have helped them. It says in this site that

When they are finally released from their pains and enjoy the beatitude of Heaven, far from forgetting their friends on earth, their gratitude knows no bounds. Prostrate before the Throne of God, they never cease to pray for those who helped them. By their prayers they shield their friends from many dangers and protect them from the evils that threaten them.

The prayer below is said to release 1, 000 souls each time it is said.

Prayer of St. Gertrude the Great

"Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the masses said throughout the world today, for all the holy souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, those in my own home and within my family. Amen."

Happy 1st Anniversary to me!!!

I just realized that it has been a year since I started with this blog. Tagal na din pala...

This has been a lot of help especially when I felt like sharing and had the time to share.

Thank you to all those who bothered to read my posts and leave comments. I really appreciate it.

I do hope that you'd try to drop by once in awhile. ;-)

Happy blogging to me! :-D