Praying for Dear Courageous Caitie

When  I first saw her page on FB  thru a friend I got curious with her condition and read her page. From then on, my  day is not complete without checking for updates, hoping and praying she'll get better soon.

I know how difficult this is to Caitie's parents...  It is never easy holding a sick child in your arms. And this may sound a cliche, but Moms and Dads would often pray to spare his/her child the pain, if only we can take it away so they would feel better. Often, parents would say " si Mommy na lang ang magkasakit....  huwag na ikaw".

Caitie's condition have touched me in a different way. She may not know it but she taught me how to pray in a very simple and sincere way. And  I find myself praying for her every now and then whenever a read a post or see an update about her condition. I may not attend mass every week or read the bible but I believe the Lord can hear me pray for her.  

I am also in awe on how  Caitie and her family hold on the their Faith... Despite the hardships and trials, their Faith never wavered, instead it becomes stronger each step of the way. They are probably one of the strongest family I've ever seen. And I am confident that the Lord will bless them and hear their prayers along with all of us who are cheering them on the sidelines.

It's still a rough and bumpy road ahead for the Lucas family... and to date, we are all praying because Caitie is in critical condition.  I have shed a tear or two praying for her and  hoping for a miracle soon...  but the most touching prayer I saw this morning is when the family posted "LET YOUR WILL BE DONE".... 

So let me end this post with a simple prayer for Our Little Warrior...  Lord,  we come before you begging for healing for our dear Caitie. Please, touch her and heal so you can spare her young body from pain. We ask for a miracle of healing and I know with you,  this will be done.

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I just learned that our Dear Caitie has finally joined Our Creator 10 mins ago... It breaks my heart to see her go but I know she's in a better place now, free from pain and all the hardships.  She is now with Jesus and all the Angels welcoming her in their midst. 

Thank Caitie for inspiring me ... for teaching me  and for helping me be closer to our dear Saviour. God bless your soul, our Dear Courageous Caitie!

*** Photo credits :  Photos above were grabbed  from Courageous Caitie Webpage. 

Chiiling on a Hot Summer Night

How do you chill on a Hot Summer Night? Just drive around town and head off to the nearest "Soda-Fountain" ( So 80's) store...  Actually its icebergs along Timog .. the only place open on A Good Friday.

Goodbye Nanu....

Since last Monday,  I couldn't seem to shake you off my  mind...  The moment I learned about your passing away,  memories of our younger years kept coming back... With you around, it's always non-stop chicka about life and love.  I remember the time I visited you  in the hospital during your college days ...  You told me about an unlikely incident where your ex and your current flame both in the same room with you :) . The last time I saw you,  we were by the church driveway,  you were just on your way out after hearing mass. You told me about graduating from CRC and went to  Ateneo Law School to apply but the staff  refused to give you an application form and told you to ask your mom to get a form for herself instead. It took awhile before you were able to convince that staff that you're old enough to attend Law School.  And though i haven't seen you in decades,  i know the bond of friendship we shared never changed.

When  I spoke to Phoebe and learned that you were in pain all through out your ordeal,  i couldn't help but feel sad. Just like an Ate,  I wish you were spared from the pain this highfalutin disease brings. But all these are gone now... you're in a better place, rejoicing in Heaven with the Big Boss. I bet  you're having a grand time debating with the Angels about life here on earth.

Your last night  with us brought back old friends together... Just like the good old days circa 1990's... It was nice seeing familiar faces again.. Jappy, Ems, Ned, Ryan and Ian...  People I haven't seen for more than 2 decades.  Although it wasn't a happy occasion,  at least you gave us a reason to smile as we bid you goodbye.

So this is it, Nanu...  Time to let go and say goodbye.  Thank you for the friendship and the wonderful memories...  I know someday we'll see each other again and make non-stop Chicka!

Until then My Little Nanu.....  

Different Colors of QC Circle

These photos made me smile and somehow lessen the stress I was burdened due to yaya/domestic issues. A short walk, some fresh air, a sincere prayer and My Princess'  unwavering love took away the negative vibes for that night... Truly some good things in life are still for free :)

Going Back to Basics

Today I'd like to start something new... I'd like to start writing again...  Create something out of the blue...  just do free-flowing writing. .. and try photo-journaling ... something to keep me going and fuel the fire again :)

Journey to Rediscovering Self

I'd like to embark on a new journey...  to try and go back to the basics and find that groove again. I want to be excited with writing..  and be proud of my works again...   I should start somewhere.. soon!

How to Write Again

This has  been my dilemma when 2016 ushered in..  I have moments that I am lost and doesn't know where or how to start...  I have cried, laughed, felt my heart  did  a couple of flips but at the end, when you're faced with a blank paper, you don't how to write again...

I need to find my jive..  and  I need to do it now!!!!