Two children of the Balestamons of Cavite, Philippines are missing for over 48 hours already. I can imagine the torment of the parents and the grandparents of the children, aged 6 and 12 years.
If you haven suspicious characters with the children in your vicinity, please report it the authorities.
Meanwhile, I enjoin everybody to join in prayer for the release of the children in good health.
When we pray, please follow ACTS step.
A- Adoration. Adore our Lord sincerely
C Contrition. Repent, be sorry for your sins
T Thanksgiving.Thank the Lord for the blessings we have received, whether
negative or positive
S Supplication Say your petition, not only for yourself, but for other people.
They may not be related to us by blood, but aren’t we brothers in Christ?
Our Lord says through Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear for I am with you,
Do not be dismayed for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Our God listens to our prayers.
Family and friends
The Godly Princess
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
"Mamang" Flora Beley's death
Flora Beley, or Mamang to us, passed away last Sunday at age of almost 90. On the burial site, Lottie, a grandchild of Mamang and daughter of Lulu, asked the children and grandchildren how their lives were touched by Mamang during her lifetime. Everybody could not forget how they were cared for by her, the love she showered on them, how she would not forget bringing a little something for them whenever she would be out going to the cinema or she had to attend to something.
In turn, she appreciated their "pasalubong" (gift) of her favorite "siopao.
Lottie asked me to say something for Mamang.
I said that although I am not a blood relative,related by affinity through my sister Esther who is married to Alex Beley, Mamang also touched my life. When she was a neighbor in Las Pinas, Philippines, I saw in her how she cared for her husband and children, like "inakays" (as a hen would care for her chicks), the values she had ingrained in them, the closeness of a clan; her selflessness, how she would give something to her children in need.
Her children who had the capacity to help her financially especially during the latter part of her years helped her. Jon and Lita, Susan and Bholet especially, attended to her physical needs. I applaud you for that concern.
Lottie, related a story of the sentiments of a mother to her children when as a mother was already infirmed, and it was already the turn of the child to care for the old mother, like: (already translated)
Mamang had a great life, among the loved ones. Her trip to Canada and HongKong was sponsored by her children.
In turn, she appreciated their "pasalubong" (gift) of her favorite "siopao.
Lottie asked me to say something for Mamang.
I said that although I am not a blood relative,related by affinity through my sister Esther who is married to Alex Beley, Mamang also touched my life. When she was a neighbor in Las Pinas, Philippines, I saw in her how she cared for her husband and children, like "inakays" (as a hen would care for her chicks), the values she had ingrained in them, the closeness of a clan; her selflessness, how she would give something to her children in need.
Her children who had the capacity to help her financially especially during the latter part of her years helped her. Jon and Lita, Susan and Bholet especially, attended to her physical needs. I applaud you for that concern.
Lottie, related a story of the sentiments of a mother to her children when as a mother was already infirmed, and it was already the turn of the child to care for the old mother, like: (already translated)
Don't be angry with me when I litter,(Most shed their tears) Lottie's parting words: "whatever you do to your parents, it would also happen to you."
when I eat remember the time when you were still a child,
I would pick up your litters?
I am sorry, I am not able to reach the toilet in time
Remember the time when you defecate,
I was following you with pampers at hand?
I am sorry, I am too slow walking with my cane
because my knees are shaking.
Remember the first time you had to walk
and I had to hold you by both hands?
Be patient with me if am "makulit"
because my mind already becomes foggy
Remember when I had to teach you your ABCs?
Mamang had a great life, among the loved ones. Her trip to Canada and HongKong was sponsored by her children.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Friends- where are they now?
During my wedding at Manila Hilton, Philippines (considered the tallest building, 12 storeys, at that time) at UN Avenue in Manila, I had guests coming from the office where I worked, some friends and relatives. It has been ages since I last saw some them.We have lost touch. Where are they now.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
To be or not to be a Godmother/father
When I was 17, I was a sponsor to a baby boy's baptism, I was Godmother. I've had several godchildren especially when I had a better economic status and had a position of authority in the office, children of my office mates. I also sponsored the baptism of the children of some neighbors and relatives. Back then, what I knew was that you have to be ready during their birthdays and Christmas. No seminars were held prior to the baptism, unlike now, the Godparents, together with the parents have to attend a pre-baptism seminar for the parents and Godparents to know their responsibilities to the child. that is, helping each other in nurturing the child towards God's ways, to become a good adult.
I haven't seen my "inaanak" (godchildren) for so many years now. Sorry, I was neglectful of my duties. My only excuse, I didn't know.
The Church is no longer allowing underage godparents. They should at least be 18, baptized themselves, and have attended the pre-baptism seminar. Otherwise, what teaching would they give the child.
Same is true of being a sponsor to a wedding. You have a responsibility to the married couple. If needed, help them financially and spiritually.
Out of the many godchildren I have, I can only remember Nathalie and Theresa Samosa. To others, where are you now?
I haven't seen my "inaanak" (godchildren) for so many years now. Sorry, I was neglectful of my duties. My only excuse, I didn't know.
The Church is no longer allowing underage godparents. They should at least be 18, baptized themselves, and have attended the pre-baptism seminar. Otherwise, what teaching would they give the child.
Same is true of being a sponsor to a wedding. You have a responsibility to the married couple. If needed, help them financially and spiritually.
Out of the many godchildren I have, I can only remember Nathalie and Theresa Samosa. To others, where are you now?
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Peter & Luchie's visit
May 16, Sun.
It was a happy 15-day reunion with our sister Luchie whom we missed when she flew to Canada and was away for five years. This is also the first time we met Peter Yu, her amiable and charming husband, of Chinese and Canadian origin.
On her arrival, she stayed in the Holiday Inn. After a few hours of rest, we met them at my sister Susan's house for the welcome party.
May 17
The following day, it was dinner at Cabalen's in Megamall, very good food
The next day, all five of us sisters had our hair and nails done for a new look, very satisfying.
May 22
Family Outing at Casanjo Gardens Resort
Children as well as adults enjoyed their dip in the pool of Casanjo's. We also enjoyed the chows of lechon (grilled) chicken, grilled fish, tinolang manok, (chicken boiled in onion, garlic and luya (could you believe I can't remember the English word for luya), fruits like pineapple, watermelon, ripe and green mango.
I couldn't take my eyes off Kayelle, my two-year-old grandchild. She was so tanned because she wouldn't get out of the pool. It was only the arrival of her parents that made her to.
May 31
The nicest thing that the five of us enjoyed was when we were checked in at Holiday Inn for an overnight stay. Luchie and the rest of the sisters had our nice chats, just like the old days when when Luchie was still single.
In the afternoon, after the nice chit chat, we enjoyed the pool for night swimming (at night to avoid the harmful rays of the sun, to our Filipina skins which we are trying to whiten). And then a 5-minute sauna.
June 1
The following morning, we had our sumptuous breakfast at the hotel. The food was very good,made even better by the nice togetherness of the five of us.(Don't you know that the food doesn't taste good if you are alone?)
After check out, we trekked to Greenhills Shopping Center for some things worth buying and taking to Canada, then time for snacks. At 6 pm, we met at Robinson's Galeria for our bowling with the rest of the members of the family and then dinner. My brother-in-law was amazed at the way we ate, heavy snacks, heavy lunch and heavy dinner.
On the eve of Peter and Luchie's departure for Canada, Luchie and Peter treated us to buffet dinner at Dad's, on the occasion of our brother Fred's birthday.
We enjoyed the food of native and Japanese dishes. We ate while being serenaded by the singers of 4.
Thank you Peter and Luchie for the grand time. We enjoyed your visit.
It was a happy 15-day reunion with our sister Luchie whom we missed when she flew to Canada and was away for five years. This is also the first time we met Peter Yu, her amiable and charming husband, of Chinese and Canadian origin.
On her arrival, she stayed in the Holiday Inn. After a few hours of rest, we met them at my sister Susan's house for the welcome party.
May 17
The following day, it was dinner at Cabalen's in Megamall, very good food
The next day, all five of us sisters had our hair and nails done for a new look, very satisfying.
May 22
Family Outing at Casanjo Gardens Resort
Children as well as adults enjoyed their dip in the pool of Casanjo's. We also enjoyed the chows of lechon (grilled) chicken, grilled fish, tinolang manok, (chicken boiled in onion, garlic and luya (could you believe I can't remember the English word for luya), fruits like pineapple, watermelon, ripe and green mango.
I couldn't take my eyes off Kayelle, my two-year-old grandchild. She was so tanned because she wouldn't get out of the pool. It was only the arrival of her parents that made her to.
May 31
The nicest thing that the five of us enjoyed was when we were checked in at Holiday Inn for an overnight stay. Luchie and the rest of the sisters had our nice chats, just like the old days when when Luchie was still single.
In the afternoon, after the nice chit chat, we enjoyed the pool for night swimming (at night to avoid the harmful rays of the sun, to our Filipina skins which we are trying to whiten). And then a 5-minute sauna.
June 1
The following morning, we had our sumptuous breakfast at the hotel. The food was very good,made even better by the nice togetherness of the five of us.(Don't you know that the food doesn't taste good if you are alone?)
After check out, we trekked to Greenhills Shopping Center for some things worth buying and taking to Canada, then time for snacks. At 6 pm, we met at Robinson's Galeria for our bowling with the rest of the members of the family and then dinner. My brother-in-law was amazed at the way we ate, heavy snacks, heavy lunch and heavy dinner.
On the eve of Peter and Luchie's departure for Canada, Luchie and Peter treated us to buffet dinner at Dad's, on the occasion of our brother Fred's birthday.
We enjoyed the food of native and Japanese dishes. We ate while being serenaded by the singers of 4.
Thank you Peter and Luchie for the grand time. We enjoyed your visit.
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