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I Denied Knowing My Best Friend

Today, I want to share a story from the Bible. This one touched my heart when a certain situation came in my life. I felt that some people whom I knew denied me of help, when they know that things could have been a lot better if they have spoken out the truth. You can find this story in these verses:

Matthew 26:31-35, 69-5

Mark 14:66-72

Luke 22:54-62

John 18:15-18

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I am Peter. Jesus was the best friend I ever had. I planned to be loyal to Him forever. But, something happened that scared me. Then I did something I will always be sorry.

The passover meal we had with Jesus turned out to be our last meal together before Jesus died. But we did not know that then.

That night after our dinner Jesus told us, “All of you will be made to stumble because of Me this night.”

“Even if all are made to stumble because of You,” I spoke up, “I will never be made to stumble.”

Jesus looked at me. “I say to you that this night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.”

I insisted the Jesus was wrong. I would never say I did not know and love Jesus! “Even if I had to die with You, I will not deny You,” I explained. I was not the only one who felt this way. The other disciples said the same thing.

Later that night a huge crowd came to arrest Jesus. I ran away. So did the other disciples. Then I decided to follow Jesus at a distance. He was taken away to the temple. I stayed in the courtyard to watch.

As I was standing here, warming myself by the fire, a girl came over and looked at me. “You also were with Jesus,” she said.

“I do not know what you are saying,” I told her and walked away.

A little bit later another girl recognized me and said to the others around her, “This fellow also was with Jesus.”

“I do not know the Man!” I said.

Later some more people came over to me and said, “Surely you also are one of them, because your speech gives you away.”

I started swearing, “I do not know the Man!”
Just then the rooster crowed. Jesus turned and looked at me. I remember what He had said: “Before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” I went outside the temple courtyard and burst into tears. I had done what I promised Jesus I would never do.

The next time I talked to Jesus He had risen from the dead. What do you think He said to me? He told me to follow Him and tell others about him. That is what I did for the rest of my life.

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Think About This

Peter did not plan to deny knowing Jesus. Jesus was his best friend. When people are scared, they would do things they would not usually do. The reason why most of them turn their back on us especially in difficult situation. I have learned a lot from the past events that happened. And though I will remain sweet and friendly to others, I will take extra cautious with all the people I am dealing with.

Dr. Bogus is Out!

Slander vs Sexual Harassment, that’s the case we’re facing a few days ago with someone I will call Dr. Bogus. I’m shouting for sexual harassment while he for slander.

It all started with a text of saying thank you and soon followed by a “malicious” message pertaining Dr. Bogus’ desire to attack me because lust has gripped him. Knowing the severity of the message, I didn’t reply anymore. I consulted my husband and immediately seek advices from friends who are proficient in this matter. Later on, I filed a complaint to my big boss pertaining the message I received.

The past week was silent. But behind this silence, we are doing our best to dig every single information that will lead to the true identity of Dr. Bogus. Shocking revelations arose. A friend of mine who works for the US Embassy in Bangkok had a close encounter with Dr. Bogus years ago. The details are too horrifying for me to take so I immediately passed them to my big boss for further investigation, I would say we’ve done a good start. People I have contacted have great info and they’ve helped a lot.

I will admit that I got scared after sometime. Scared for myself and the rest of the people in the community I am working with. He’s a walking “deadly weapon”, someone whom cannot be trusted. A threat in simple words.

The matter became more exciting when Dr. Bogus sent my husband a message through Facebook saying he’s pursuing a case of “slander.”  My question, on what ground is he filing a slander case for my husband? For telling the truth about his identity? Dude are you out of your mind?! “Slander is the revenge of a coward and dissimulation his defense,” as my husband says. I’ll give you a situation “I caught a man stealing and I have asked for help to stop him, now you want me to shut my mouth and keep silent about it?” Something is wrong with you if that’s what you want me to do. Dr. Bogus even made the scenario more exciting by sending my close friend a message through Facebook. In the message he mentioned that my friend will be called by the court to testify for his slander suit against my husband. Funny! If he has consulted a lawyer, he’ll definitely know the right procedures in a court order. For two days in a row, we waited for calls or any messages about this suit but none came. Is he bluffing us? I guess so. He thinks that this is the best way to cover his damn ass. Well, again he is wrong.

Sexual harassment is a strong accusation and once proven, certain punishments will be imposed to the person who committed harassment. After days of waiting, a decision has been made – Dr. Bogus is now out of our community’s premises. This has been done not only for me as the victim but for the welfare of the rest who works in the same place. I am very thankful for my big boss’ fairness in this matter. Truly he has shown that harassment will never prevail in our work place.

Dr. Bogus is one of those jerks who never learned their lessons in life. They are the ones who always seek adventure  through other means. Well, he has definitely messed with the wrong person. I’ll take his words about me “strong and smart in so many ways” well I guess I really am. I am brave enough to stand up for what I believe is true and smart enough to know all the human rights I have. I also believe that the story doesn’t end here. Dr. Bogus can come back to me and my husband and who knows he might even hurt us after all of these things. If he does, he knows for sure where he’s going to just like where he has been some years ago. If that’s the kind of revenge he wants to have, then bring it on! We may be young but we are not dumb on this matter.

I am very much thankful to my family, friends, colleagues (who got afraid to speak and be involved in this issue), and my husband’s endless support on me throughout this case. You’ve been my inspiration to elevate this to higher grounds. To the One above, I thank thee for answering my prayers. Truly you hearken the voice of your children who does righteousness toward others.

For those who have the same experience like mine, I suggest you to stand up and voice out, for no one will do that more than yourself. Do not let other people harass you, know your rights and contact the legit organization to help you.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

Kuro Kuro Lamang

Vizconde Massacre Case Closed.

Now that the suspects from the famous Vizconde massacre are acquitted, can someone tell us who really killed the family of Lauro Vizconde?

Estrellita (wife), Carmela (18 year old daughter), and Jennifer (7 year old daughter) were murdered in their house at BF Homes Subdivision in Paranaque on the morning of June 30, 1991. All got multiple stubs and Carmela was said to be raped by Hubert Webb, son of former senator Freddie Webb.

I was still young when I first learned about this heinous crime. As far as I can remember, it’s Jessica Alfaro who brought things to light when she appeared and bear witness of the carnage. Her name became famous that movie producers got interested to make a movie of her life. She may have done a good job in telling the truth but in the end the court didn’t favor her statements.

This has been a long battle for Mang Lauro who was left with nothing to hold on. From the very beginning he stayed firm and focused that one day justice will prevail for his family. Justice that’s not given till the end.

From the strong witnesses and statements given, how could the Supreme Court thrash them all and conclude this way? Have they been paid or what? I really do not understand. The 15 years of long wait for the final verdict ended in a more tragic way – suspects are acquitted! I can’t believe.

As this thought sink in to my mind, I am reminded of the poor people in my country who are also in this situation. Harassed by the wealthy people and yet the justice remains blind on being fair to them. Is that how life really goes? The rich always get the favor. Indeed it’s not fair!

As I close this, I hope the Supreme Court will have some enlightenment regarding this case and I hope that something good will happen after this. I feel pity for Mang Lauro but there is nothing I can do. I can only sympathize with him through my writing. How I wish I could lend my arms for him to hug. I know and I am sure that there’s a greater way for justice to prevail and it’s only Him who knows it. I’m sure the heavens will close its gates for those who’ve done wrong here on earth, and the  unworthy will not be able to enter.

For more information about the case, please follow the links below.

ABS-CBN

GMA

It’s Christmas Time by Backstreet Boys

This year, I have asked my students to sing “It’s Christmas Time” by Backstreet Boys for our upcoming Christmas party. At first, the students were hesitant to sing but when they heard the melody, all of them gave their best to practice.

For those who wants to sing the song, here’s a video for you that contains the lyrics. I hope you’ll be able to feel the warmth of Christmas through this. Have good day everybody

SAMAPI’s Bingo Christmas Party

Good food, games, prizes, company of friends, and more prizes – what else can you ask for on a Christmas party organized by SAMAPI (Samahan ng Mamayang Pilipino in Cambodia)?

Today, another remarkable event happened in the grounds of the Philippine Embassy – Cambodia in celebration of Christmas. Approximately 300 people came to attend the event and partake in the merry making of the crowd. For only $10/ticket, you’ll get a set of BINGO cards which is good for 5 games – 3 games for $250, 2 games for $500, and a dinner buffet catered by REKADOS. With Romyr Libo-on as the event’s host and Kerwin Lao as the “Bolero” the program started with a shout saying “READY” to initiate the start of the game.

Everybody is so anxious to win, and though I am not a big fan of BINGO, I enjoyed coloring the numbers, my heart even thumped faster as I cross more numbers in my card, in the end I didn’t win any of the prizes, hahaha! Ooops, I won in the lucky draw, first time ever I have won something and it somehow made me feel LUCKY, hahaha! I got a men’s shirt which I can use when sleeping.

The last two games are called block outs for $500. In this game you need to color/cross out all the numbers from your card to win the game. And as the Bolero proceeded with the game, the crowd got more serious and you’ll see it in their faces. It’s funny when they keep quiet and suddenly burst in excitement when the card is almost full with crosses. In the end a friend of ours won. Roma finally shouted BINGO as a sign of winning. She’s $250 richer tonight as there are 2 winners for the last game, well all five games have split winners and they all deserve it.

Soon they served a Filipino style buffet dinner. You can choose from pancit, puto, dinuguan, veggies, lechon manok, and lechon baboy. Then it’s gift giving time!

Parents were asked beforehand to prepare a gift for their children and the gifts will be collected for Santa Claus to distribute. One by one the children where called, Andrea and Aiken already have their gifts but Aaron’s still waiting…seeing there’s only one left in Santa’s bag (of course I knew it’s for him) I suddenly whispered, “Maybe you’re not getting any from Santa this year, I guess you’ve been naughty as there’s only one gift left and there’s still many kids in line.” Soon the smile in his face turned into a frown and tears started to fall on his cheeks. I couldn’t hide my laughter as I didn’t expect him to sob like a baby, surely he’s too disappointed to hear my bad news! Plus all the friends around tried to annoy him, “Oh poor Aaron!” someone said from behind. Then the moment of truth came, “And for our last gift, this is for a good boy, his name is Aaron!” Romyr said. Upon hearing his name, he quickly gathered himself and walked through the stage to get his gift from Santa, he’s still crying and you can see from the photo how heart breaking this scenario is

I am sure everybody had a wonderful time today. I did and so the rest of my family. It’s only 13 days away from Christmas and since we do not have any plans for the special day, I’m thinking of organizing a small Christmas party here at home together with some special friends. I’ll think of the details first and soon I’ll be posting the event on Facebook. If you get an invite that means you’re special

Photo credits to Nestle Poell. See the complete photos of  the event, follow this link.

Christmas is a Time for Love

Why is celebrating Christmas so important? This question used to run in my mind when I was in my younger years. Before I see Christmas as a special day for gift giving and receiving gifts from my godparents and family. But now that I am already a parent the meaning of Christmas has changed. Do not worry it changed for something good

Most people celebrate Christmas by having good food on their table (typical), gifts under their Christmas tree (typical), and shopping for new things (another typical again). There are also families who let Christmas pass by just like an ordinary day. Those who cannot afford to have good meals and new clothes settle watching other people celebrate Christmas.

Christmas is a time for love, a time for remembering the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. It’s the time that our great Redeemer was born and through Him we all got saved. He’s the most perfect gift anyone could have. And if we can make Christmas so much special, than why don’t we do it everyday?

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have so much love and joy around us? For me, that is something I am wishing to happen. To end hunger and war, and simply share a good life with everybody will make our world a better place to live.

Tonight, we celebrated another intimate Christmas party with the Elworth’s together with the rest of the members of the 13th branch. Everyone in the household helped in preparing the foods, table, and even washing up the plates. Service and helping are what I have seen greatly in the occasion. I don’t know why but I felt good afterwards. I guess that’s the best gift you can give, to be of service at all times when needed.

I am so thankful for the people who come in our lives, all of them has a purpose and I believe that we are here to help each one out. If we can make Christmas special, why can’t we do it everyday? I bet more people will be happy, right?

Happy Birthday Inah!

I’m just dropping a Happy Birthday shout to my youngest sister Inah now that she’s celebrating her 20th natal year!!!

Wala ka na sa teen years mo pero muka ka pa ding teenager! hahaha! Love you Inahpot!

39 Months and Still Counting

39 months down and still counting. no matter how many trials we’ve been to, we’re still here for each other! more kimchi and sesame seeds to both us! love you dad ^_^

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