Walking with a Happy and Clear Mind

After a big spat with Mom about some crazy things, I met with my sister. It felt so good to be with her. We had buffet...laughed...and just had some silly time in the mall. I realized I missed that side of her. We used to do that before she had her eldest child. I admire her strength now, her confidence, the way she works, the way she ain't dependent much on others to say her worth. Well, she ain't perfect too, but she is way okay now and inspiring. She lost some weight from running and going to the gym on her free time. The results are evident. She looks just in her late 20s. Aside from the advice she gave to me about my work and love life, one good thing she imparted to me yesterday---you can grow old beautifully--it's your choice.

While of course you cannot stop the forces of nature from taking its course, there are things you can do to grow old gracefully. Despite of all the trials that came her way with her marriage, she is thankful that Kuya R has kept her on her toes. She has viewed all the hardships as a way to only get better in her life and Im proud how she has handled that through the years.

Then I spent some time with J and her family. It was fun drinking with an all funny-girl group. I did not get drunk though but I had so much fun! I slept beside her and her mom. It has been ages since I slept over their place and it was fun. I woke up really early and woke her up as well. We headed to U.P. They introduced Rodic's tapa to me---real yum and we spent some time at the sunken garden.




It felt too good to be one with nature again. I realized how I missed that and for a moment I said a prayer of thanks. There's just too much to be thankful for. Happiness is a state of mind. You could have broken your heart just last week, you could have had a nerve-wracking spat with someone you love, but the bed news is you can choose to be happy NOW. My friend said, it's all about acceptance. I came across this the other day

There is no fear in the NOW. When you are focused in the present there is no fear or regret. Regret comes from thinking of the past, while fear comes from thinking of the future. So it is in enjoying the moment now that we can find true happiness

---JIM PAREDES





Then I visited my cousin and her family and my friend. I had a great time with ultra positive people.


I went home with a clear head. It felt like I was so present at every moment along the way. It felt really good.

This morning I felt giddy within. It's like my head was gonna burst with all things happy---the sunshine, the raindrops, my cats, my facebook page...thank you Lord for the day. One more day to do it right. =)