Faith

I would like to reflect with you in each of the three terms used my Saint Paul

"Planted and built up in Jesus Christ, firm in the faith"

We can distinguish three images:

"planted" calls to mind a tree and the roots that feed it

"built up" refers to the construction of a house

"firm" indicates growth in physical or moral strength 

The first image is that of a tree which is firmly planted thanks to its roots

which keep it upright and give it nourishment

without those roots

it would be blown away by the wind and would die

What are our roots?

naturally our parents, families are very important elements of our personal identity

Christian faith is not only a matter of believing that certain things are true

but above all a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

It is an encounter with the Son of God that gives new energy to the whole of our existence

When we enter into a personal relationship with him

Christ reveals our true identity and in friendship with him

our life grows towards complete fulfilment

Just as the roots of a tree keep it firmly planted in the soil

so the foundations of a house give it long-lasting stability

Through faith

we have been built up in Jesus Christ

even as a house is built on its foundations

Sacred history provides many examples of saints who built up in Jesus Christ

means responding positively to God's call

trusting in him and putting his word into practice

Jesus himself reprimanded his disciples

"Why do you call me 'Lord, Lord', and do not do what I tell you?"

He went on to use the image of building a house

"I will show you what someone is like who comes to me

listen to my words and acts on them

That one is like a person building a house

who dug deeply and laid the foundation on rock

when the flood came

the river burst against tht house but could not shake it 

because it had been well built

Build your own house on rock

just like the person who dug deeply

try each day to follow Christ's word

Listen to him as a true friend with whom you can share your path in life

with him at your side

you will find courage and hope to face difficulties and problems

and even to overcome disappointments and set-backs

You are constantly being offered easier choices

but you yourselves know that these are ultimately deceptive and cannot bring you serenity and joy

Only the word of God can show us the authentic way

and only the faith we have received is the light which shines on our path

Gratefully accept this spiritual gift which you have received from your families

strive to respond responsibly to God's call

and to grow in your faith

Do not believe those who tell you that you don't need others to build up your life

find support in the faith of those who are dear to you

in the faith of the Church

and thank the Lord that you have received in and have made in your own

p/s: but seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

If

If hating me would make you feel better

I don't mind actually

sorry for being so hard on you

I hope you'd able to move on

and start a very new life

people may thought I'm insane

and cold-hearted

maybe this is how I solve problems

Thanks for setting yourself free

I hope we can be friends

again.

Quit it

who the one who set it up

and who the one who make it stop

stop being so dramatic

 you know I hate it

and I don't give shits

go ahead and do what you want

for goodness sick

stop creating stories and being so emotional

and quit all your charity talk

don't ever force me to hate you

and pissed me off

Today's tears bring tomorrow's rainbow

please move on and grown up

and if you want me

to ignore my best friend 

simply because of you

I'm not the one you searching for then

Sorry.

Always

Have a memorable afternoon 

with bunny

It was like once in a blue moon

we spent time

walking together

 ._.

p/s: I miss you, always.

The Missing Rib

A girl in love asked her boyfriend

Girl: Tell me who do you love most in this world?

Boy: You, of course!
Girl: In your heart, what am I to you?

Boy: The boy thought for a moment 

and looked intently in her eyes and said, "You are my rib. 

In the Bible

it was said that God saw that Adam was lonely

during his sleep

God took one of Adam's rib and created Eve

Every man has been searching for his missing rib, 

only when you find the woman of your life

you'll no longer feel the lingering ache in your heart."

After their wedding

the couple had a sweet and happy life for a while

However

the youthful couple began to drift apart 

due to the busy schedule of life 

and the never-ending worries of daily problems

their life became mundane

All the challenges posed by the harsh realities of life

began to gnaw away their dreams and love for each other

The couple began to have more quarrels

and each quarrel became make their relation more worst

One day

after the quarrel the girl ran out of the house

At the opposite side of the road, she shouted, "You don't love me!"

The boy hated her childishness 

and out of impulse

retorted, "May be, it was a mistake for us to be together! 

You were never my missing rib!"

Suddenly

she turned quiet and stood there for a long while

He regretted what he said 

but words spoken are like thrown away water

you can never take it back

With tears in her eyes

she went home to pack her things 

and was determined in breaking-up

Before she left the house

"If I'm really not your missing rib, please let me go.

She continued, "It is less painful this way

let us go on our separate ways and search for our own partners."

Five years went by

He never remarried 

but he had tried to find out about her life indirectly

She had left the country and married a foreigner and divorced

He felt anguished that she never waited for him

In the dark and lonely night

he lit his cigarette

and felt the lingering ache in his heart

He couldn't bring himself to admit that he was missing her

One day

they finally met

At the airport

a place where there were many reunions and good-byes

He was going away on a business trip

She was standing there alone

with just the security door separating them

She smiled at him gently

Boy: How are you ?
Girl: I'm fine. How about you. Have you found your missing rib?
Boy: No.
Girl: I'll be flying to New York in the next flight.
Boy: I'll be back in 2 weeks time.

Give me a call when you are back.You know my number. Nothing has changed.

With a smile

she turned around and waved good-bye

One week later

he heard of her death

She had perished in New York

 In the event that shocked the world.

Midnight

Once again, he lit his cigarette

And like before, he felt the lingering ache in his heart

He finally knew

she was the missing rib that he had carelessly broken

p/s: Sometimes, people say things out of moments of fury. Most often, the outcome is disastrous and detrimental. We vent our frustrations 99% at our loved ones. And even though we know that we ought to "think twice and act wisely", it's often easier said than done. Things happen each day, many of which are beyond our control. Let us treasure every moment and everyone in our lives. Tomorrow may never come, give and accept what you have today. 

Aquarius

Both Taurus man and Aquarius woman

seem to be unconventional

and appealing to each other at the first sight

This match does not fair well

as they have different ideas

and opinions towards life

Both try to impose their wills on each other

which may result into a battle of wills

The compatibility is not good

between a Taurus man and a Aquarius woman 

both are stubborn

no one willing to give up his beliefs and attitude

At last this match may end up into a mess

Aquarius want a romantic relationship

but do hesitate in getting close to people

they do have a hard time letting their guard down

and forming a relationship with others

Aquarius are attracted to good looking people

but are more concerned about what is inside the person

Being intelligent is a very important trait to have

if you want to date an Aquarius

  Aquarius are very intelligent

and want someone to have long intelligent conversations with

When it comes to love and relationships

Aquarius struggle to balance the emotional aspect

from the mental patterns they are used to

Usually

when Aquarius are in a relationship

they always seem to keep an arm's length-from their partners

just to ensure they still have the time

and space for themselves

The only thing that matters to them

is the truth and being honest about everything

You may be disappointed

about not hearing "I love you" 

but you're sure to have someone listen to you

after a bad day

After all

Aquarius is foremost

 

your best friend