Dear Lord,
I just want to say thank you.

Thank you God…

… for another year that You have blessed me with..

… for the unfailing love yYu have showered me with..

… for being my best friend and being all that I ever need.

… for my hard-working and loving husband who is always there for me and the kids.

… for the wonderful memories we share  that I will forever cherish in my heart.

… for my sweet and loving daughter who taught me to see beauty in everything.

… for my happy and active son who reminds me to smile,

… for my parents and for all their love and unwavering support.

…. for my sister and for all her help and support.

…. for my brother and all the love.

… for my in-laws and all their love.

… for the church who prays and support.

… for the friends who remembers.

… for the provision that is always on time.

… for the inspiration to write and keep on writing.

… for the opportinities to be a blessing to others.

… for all the new experiences and  new words that I’ve learned.

… for 6 years of blogging and sharing and inspring.

 … for every struggle that makes me become more of who God wants me to be.

… for the grace that sustains me daily.

… for the love that brings meaning to my days.

… for the sunshine that warms my days.

…for the people that inspires and encourages me.

… for the laughter that brightens every moment.

… for the problem that needs to be solved.

… for the purpose and direction of life.

… for the new adventures at hand.

… for  giving us an opportunity to teach our children through homeschooling.

… for the warmth and comfort that our home brings.

… for change which brings growth.

… for the hope that springs eternal.

…. for the faith that perseveres.

… for the peace that goes beyond human understanding.

… for the forgiveness that I don’t deserve.

… for the wisdom that brings direction.

… for Your word rhat enlightens.

… for an abundant and  blessed life in Your presence.

 … for the gift of everlasting life.

Thank you Lord.
I love you.
Christine

Just a few days ago, I saw 3 strands of white hair. It doesn’t really bother me that I have white hair but it does make reality become undeniable: I AM GETTING OLDER.

With that realization, these questions come into mind:

1. Have I done what God wants me to do ?

2. Am I still doing what God wants me to do?  If not, what change should I make?

3. Am I closer to God than before?

4. Am I continuously learning?

5. What else do I want to accomplish for God?

Life is short, and with the days that God gives us, we should not take them for granted. As we age, we should number our days and be mindful of how we use the time given to us. Let’s ask these questions and truly reflect on how we want to spend the remaining days of our lives.

After 4 years, I was hospitalized once again for Dengue. I had a low grade fever last weekend and by Monday, I really felt weak and couldn’t eat properly anymore. I had my blood checked and my platelets were already 91. Upon the doctor’s advise, I was admitted to the hospital and had to be confined for the next 5 days. My platelets continued to drop until Wednesday, where the count was now just 29. Thankfully, by Thursday my platelets were finally rising at 35 and on Friday, it was finally 74. Though far from the normal platelet count, I was discharged and rested at home.

This 2nd Dengue episode was far worse than my 1st one in 2010. I am thankful to God for the healing and recovery He has once again given me. I am also thankful for my husband who never left my side and took care of me during this difficult time. For the church who kept praying and took care of my kids while I was away, I will forever be grateful.

In moments like these, I realize that life is fleeting and really beyond our control. It is of utmost importance that with every breath that God gives us, we use it for His glory and be mindful of how we use the life He has given us.