Lingayen

My trip to Lingayen was more than a visit. It became a link to my past.

Baclaran Revisited

(Image courtesy of http://tineybopper.blogspot.com/Baclaran.jpg)

After so many, many years, yesterday I found my way to Baclaran Church (Mother of Perpetual Help) because I wanted to ease my burden and I didn't know where else to go. It was raining, but it really didn't stop me from going. There were a lot of peeople, since it was a Wednesday. Since there was no place else to sit, instead I stood by a door near the altar.

Binuhos ko na duon ang lahat-lahat, all my sadness, all my joys, and all my sufferings. I asked for forgiveness for all that I have done wrong, and I also asked for help to strengthen me in times to come.

When I left, I felt better, even if I know that things will never be the same again.

Are You Mad at Me, O God?

I've been thinking, Lord.

There's a new tribulation

in my life.

And looking back, I have

had nothing else but.

What is it that I have failed

to do to offend You?

Have I forgotten

to thank You?

Apologize?

I am hurting, Lord.

But if this is Your way

to prepare me

for a new challenge,

who am I to complain?

Death is better than despair,

and I, in my despair,

am like dying.

Are You mad at me, O God?

Despite our differences,

I still run back to you

and I offer

this

hurt

because I know

that there is joy in suffering,

and I believe that in the end

that I will be

at peace.

Cabugao Sunset

Over the weekend and into last Monday, I vacationed at Ilocos Sur with friends. This photo was taken Saturday evening during our dinner.

Vigan: the Heritage City (Part I)

Hi everyone. I'm writing this in an Internet cafe (probabaly the only one) in Vigan. I left Manila last night and arrived in the wee hours of the morning.

It's fun here. I have been to the Crisologo Museum (which I haven't visited before).

I will post pictures soon.

Take care y'all.