Friday Photo Flashback # 14

My hubby when he was younger!
Today, he is an assistant pastor, still holding a mic! :D


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Aloha Friday - Favorite Movie

"In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response." To participate just post your own question on your blog, head over to An Island Life, and fill out Mr. Linky.

My question:

What is your all time favorite movie?
Mine is A Walk To Remember. Something about that movie really struck me. I just love it!

Thankful Thursday # 8

Thank you Lord for another week of your faithfulness!

> I will join in Lynn's theme for today :Summer Fun.<

Technically, it is no longer summer season here. It is the rainy season. But because of the global warming and El Nino or La Nina... our weather is all mixed up. There are days its just like summer and there are days that it rains so hard.

Anyway, I am thankful for the following during Summer:
- Watermelons!
- Swimming time for the kids. They love it!
- Head for some summer vacation at the beach or resort.
- More time to bond with kids since there are no classes.
- More movies are shown from the US :D

How about you? What are you thankful for today?

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Romans 12:2

This verse is a constant reminder to me that my mind should be transforming daily to become more Christ-like. Once my mind is transformed, then I will be able to tell what God wants me to do on my daily decisions.

This image was made by Extravagant Grace

Book Tag

I got a book tag from Willa.

Here are the rules!
1. Collect the book that you have most handy
2. Turn to page 161
3. Find the 5th complete sentence
4. Cite the sentence on your blog
5. Pass it on to 5 other

The 5th complete sentence on page 161 of the book Twelve Extraordinary Women by John MacArthur is Jesus had apparently come at Martha's invitation. This book is about 12 women in the Bible and their life stories. They are ordinary women who became extraordinary because of Jesus Christ.

I would like to pass this fun tag to Momma Wannabe, Mom Writes For A Cause, Seiko's Diary, Tales from the Mom Side and Online Mommy's Corner

A QuoteTo Ponder Upon

You don't have to be happy to laugh. You become happy because you laugh.

-Barbara Johnson

Favorite Kid Photos

A day after we brought home our new baby. This shot was taken 2 years ago.

Love. Love. Love. :)

A more recent shot....

My kids giving me a wacky shot!

At the Well - A Family Vision

Today's gathering at the well is written by Chelsey. She posted the following questions for us to ponder upon:

Do you have a family vision?

Why does having a family vision matter?

If you have not considered having a family vision, what are some steps you can take towards it?

This reminds me that as husband and wife, hubby and I have created a vision for our marriage 7 years ago... a year after we got married. We attended a marriage seminar which encouraged us to create a vision for our partners and our marriage. I am sharing our vision to you.

Its been a long while, since we have revisited this together. Today's post reminded me to look back and check on where our family is headed. So far, God has answered my vision for hubby. He is now a pastor (though I didnt know then that my vision for him was to be a pastor, I just prayed 1 Timothy 3 for him). As for our marriage, so far so good. All we want is that God be glorified in our lives and in our family.

So, I encourage you, to also pray for your spouse and your family. God hears our prayers. He is alive.

You Are Inspirational - Parenting Site

Welcome to You Are Inspirational!

If you have found a great site, one that is inspirational to you, a site which you think we should all visit, join us by posting about it on your site and drop by here to enter your information on the linky every Monday! We also have a theme that you can follow every week to help you get started... This week's theme is the parenting site.

I will be featuring About A Boy of Issa this week. Issa is one of the very first mommy bloggers I have met when I just started blogging. I am inspired by her tales of motherhood and her life in Dubai. She has a very bright little boy, Miguel. He can read at an early age! Issa also blogs about their life in Dubai.

Issa, thanks for the friendship and please feel free to grab the button below! You deserve it! :)

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Then Sings My Soul Saturdays - One Desire

This is one of the songs we usually sing at our worship service. I love the lyrics. It speaks of my heart's desire for the Lord...

Have a blessed weekend!

Aloha Friday - Birthday Gift

"In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response." To participate just post your own question on your blog, head over to An Island Life, and fill out Mr. Linky.

My question:

What gift do you want to receive on your coming birthday?
My birthday is still very far. But I just wanted to share my thoughts - I would want to be able to enroll in a photography class/be trained by a photographer so I can learn to use my DSLR camera wisely!

Friday Photo Flashback #13

I have been joining Alicia's Friday Photo Flashback for the past 12 weeks, now, I have decided to join using this site instead. :) Anyway, here is a photo of me around 6 years old. This pic was taken at my dad's office a few hours before we had our dance presentation in school. Now, if you ask me what dance was that? I can't remember!


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Thankful Thursday # 7

Thank you Lord for another week of your faithfulness!

> I am grateful that I am meeting with 3 other ladies every week for discipleship. It has been quite hard for me to find new friends since we have moved here to Sta Rosa 4 years ago, and I am glad that God has given me Christian friends who support and encourage me. They also act as my accountability partners. <
> I am also thankful for Facebook that I am able to stay in touch with friends from high school, college and even old colleagues from work. I have lost touch with many of them but this social networking site has really helped me in being in contact with them once again. <

Christine Yao Amador

Create Your Badge

Psalm 145:10-12

¹⁰ All you have made will praise you, O LORD;
your saints will extol you.

¹¹ They will tell of the glory of your kingdom
and speak of your might,

¹² so that all men may know of your mighty acts
and the glorious splendor of your kingdom.

How about you? What are you thankful for today?

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The Elite Blog Artist Award

This award has been passed on to me by Enchie of Sweet Nothings! Thank you so much for giving this award to me. I am truly grateful!

I would like to pass on this award to More Than Words, Our Chaotic Life, Sweet Serendipity and You and Me Plus Three

Romans 8:38-39

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Nothing separates us from God.
What an assurance!



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Looking Forward

And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, while we look forward with hope to that wonderful day when the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be revealed.

Titus 2:12-13

The Bible has given us clear instructions as to how we are to live in this world. Wisdom, righteousness and devotion to God will guide us in our daily journey. We are also to remember that this is just our temporary "home"... we should be looking forward to the day when Jesus Christ comes back.

Are we still looking forward to that event? Or are we too attached with our eartly life?

Making Your Home Sing : Helping In The House

Being the mom, your kids expect you to know where the toys, things, books or anything they need. I don't like clutter. And it really annoys me whenever I can't find something. So how do I make my home sing? I try to organize their toys. Since I have one boy and one girl, I try my best to classify their toys. I put all toys belonging to my little girl in her own box and the toys of my boy in his own box. Then I also encourage both children to keep their toys when they are finished playing. I ask them to help mommy to tidy up. It can be quite challenging. But I really think that it would be good discipline to start training the kids with little household tasks such as keeping their toys. So hopefully, as they grow, they would carry this habit.

How about you? How do you teach or encourage your kids to help in the house?

You Are Inspirational - Mixed Blog

Welcome to You Are Inspirational!

If you have found a great site, one that is inspirational to you, a site which you think we should all visit, join us by posting about it on your site and drop by here to enter your information on the linky every Monday! We also have a theme that you can follow every week to help you get started... This week's theme is the mixed blog.


FickleMinded, A Life That Is Less Ordinary is one of the mixed blogs I really like. Willa can write about any post and make it very interesting. Her posts are smart, well written and interesting. I always look forward to her Thursday Thirteen entires. I find her site very informative too! Just like her post about page ranks, bounce rates, Google and Entrecard.

Willa, feel free to grab the button below! You deserve it! :)

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Then Sings My Soul Saturdays - Your Love Is Amazing

We used to sing this song about 10 years ago at our youth worship services, just in a different version :).. I totally loved this song! May it minister to you today as well.

His love is truly amazing!!!

Aloha Friday - Money

"In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response." To participate just post your own question on your blog, head over to An Island Life, and fill out Mr. Linky.

My question:

If you suddenly won a huge amount of money, what would you do with it?
As for me, I would probably pay off all bills, our credit cards and insurance.
Give to those who need some financial help.
Then if I have some more extra, I would want to travel!

Thankful Thursday # 6

Thank you Lord for another week of your faithfulness!
> I am so thankful that my daughter is able to adjust to her school schedule already.
> Blessed that she can read words and is enthusiastic to learn.
> A more consistent quiet time for me.
> Work at Home Job Opportunity was offered to me this week. Initial interview was finished, still waiting for job trials.


Psalm 145:10-12

¹⁰ All you have made will praise you, O LORD;
your saints will extol you.

¹¹ They will tell of the glory of your kingdom
and speak of your might,

¹² so that all men may know of your mighty acts
and the glorious splendor of your kingdom.

How about you? What are you thankful for today?

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Thank You!

Just want to thank everyone who visits and reads my posts here.

I was quite surprised to see that this site has reached PR3 already.
What a great blessing!

Psalm 1:1-3

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May we put our focus in the Word of God.
Let it guide our thoughts and our actions.
This is how we should live our lives.


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Three Things!

Three Things You Didn't Know About Me:


1. I am Chinese by blood (both parents are Chinese, Filipino (born and raised here in the Philippines) by heart.
2. I have a Filipino husband. At the beginning, my parents opposed to us since he is of a different race. But, God worked out everything.
3. I learned American Sign Language in college. I really enjoyed it. I had a lot of Deaf friends, but haven't seen them or been with them since I graduated.


I hope to know more about you too! I am joining the weekly blog hop!

You Are Inspirational - First Blog on Your Blog List

Welcome to You Are Inspirational!

If you have found a great site, one that is inspirational to you, a site which you think we should all visit, join us by posting about it on your site and drop by here to enter your information on the linky every Monday! We also have a theme that you can follow every week to help us get started... This week's theme is the first blog on your blog list.

When I started blogging, I only have a few blogs that I visit often then. Sweetytots is one of them. This is the first blog that I added on my blog list.

Architect, as we know her in blogsphere, is the author of this site! She was one of the very first people who was truly helpful to me when I started blogging. She also helped me to start out in paid blogging. When she is not so busy with her work, she holds giveaways too! She also posts about her adventures with her daughter.

Architect, do grab this button below and post it on your site! You have been an inspiration to me when I was just starting out. Thanks for all the help!

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What I Learned From Do Hard Things #2

This is the conclusion of my post on Do Hard Things.

In a society where teenagers are expected to be "typical teenagers", Do Hard Things challenges all teens to do hard things. What kind of hard things?
1. Things that are outside one's comfort zone.
These are actions which take one away from what one is used to. This can be scary but these usually makes good memories! They make one grow.
2. Things that go beyond what is expected or required. These actions rely on one's initiative to do things.
3. Things that are too big to accomplish alone. These are big actions, big projects, big causes. This action causes one to share his passion with others.
4. Thing that don't earn immediate pay off. These are little things or tasks that no one else notices or knows about. Examples are spiritual disciplines, good study habits, controlling one's self, doing the right things.
5. Things that challenge the cultural norm. These are choices that go against "what everyone else is doing". Examples are dressing modestly, saying no to premarital sex, drinking excessively, taking a stand for your faith, not watching pornography. This choices can make you rather unpopular.

I think this is a great book not only for teenagers, but for parents too. It gives us practical steps so we can make a difference with the life God has given us. Definitely worth reading.

Then Sings My Soul Saturdays - Give Us Clean Hands

This is one of my favorite worship songs!

Spread The Love Award

I got this from Tetcha of Pensive Thoughts... Thanks a lot!

Rules:
1. Copy the badge and put it on your blog.
2. Link back to the person who passed you this award.
3. Spread the love to at least 10 or more bloggers.

I’m spreading the love to: You and Me Plus Three, Our Chaotic Life, RandomWAHMThoughts, Make or Break, Smart Mommy, Momstheword, I am Heading Towards My Destiny, Sweet Serendipity, Where Laughter Lives and My Crazy Life With a Toddler

Aloha Friday - Day of the Week

"In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response." To participate just post your own question on your blog, head over to An Island Life, and fill out Mr. Linky.

My question:

What is your favorite day of the week? Why?

Thankful Thursday # 5

Blessed to be free! Free from bondage of sin and free to worship Him. Free to read His Word and share His Word with others! I am overwhelmed by what Christ has done for me, for the freedom that He has purchased for me. I am no longer a slave to sinful thoughts and sinful lifestyle... I have been bought. Thank You Lord, for setting me free... I am overwhelmed. You are awesome!

How about you? What are you thankful for today?

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Psalm 18:30

What a great reminder for all of us... While our life is imperfect, God is perfect!

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Fave Photographs

I can't choose just one so I am sharing 2 pictures. Both are of my kids...

This is fairy Kyla.

This is cutie boy Toby.
Can't wait to see other posts!!!