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Pope Francis take * on how home influences our faith [my commentary in brackets]:
“Faith opens a ‘window’ to the presence and working of the Spirit. It shows us that, like happiness, holiness is always tied to little gestures.
‘Whoever gives you a cup of water in my name will not go unrewarded,’ Jesus says (Mark 9:41).
“These little gestures are those we learn at home, in the family; they get lost amid all the other things we do, yet they do make each day different. They are the quiet things done by mothers and grandmothers, by fathers and grandfathers , by children, by brothers and sisters . They are little signs of tenderness, affection, and compassion.
“Like the warm supper we look forward to at night [my mom ‘s homecooking ], the early meal awaiting someone who gets up early to go to work [my dad ‘s coffee ].
“Homely gestures.
“Love is shown by little things, by attention to small daily signs that make us feel at home. Faith grows when it is lived and shaped by love. That is why our families, our homes, are true domestic churches. They are the right place for faith to become life and life to grow in faith.”
*Pope Francis in the U.S.: Words of Mercy and Hope (2015), Daughters of St. Paul, pp. 22-23 ~ as said at the Closing Mass of the Eighth World Meeting of Families , Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, Sunday, September 27, 2015.
^– I actually used this passage as my pre-brunch prayer of grace with my parents today! –^
Bearing in mind these homely gestures, let’s also consider our cultures and upbringings…
Have you ever wondered why your parents act the way they do then realize that you’re turning out more like them as you grow up?
Wong Fu
Have you eaten yet? = Priceless ♥love♥
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Speaking of family …
Happy 17th Birthday to Rey-Rey , my beloved GODdaughter Reyanna mañana!
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H appy * H ealthy * H igh H opes * H eavenly –>†Holy† H umble ♥H eart♥ <– H ealing * H urt * H orror
No matter how far I go , I always aim to stay close to GOD .
As I glorify Him through everything that I do , I believe that I’ll reap the rewards promised in Heaven .
Regardless of my joys and sorrows , peaks and valleys , the LORD resides by my side , and I seek Him for eternal hope .
Thank YOU, Holy One , for leading me to Your will and Your way . ✌
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{My Grad Photos taken by fellow military brat Filipino Cat Ritualo theMcNay Museum }
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Happy Birthday to my ♥Mama Eufemia♥ June 9, 2011 ) ~ ♫You Are My ☼Sunshine☼ ♪
This Week’s Pontiff
I’m beyond blessed to have my dear, sweet friend the Bishop
Courtesy Catholic Relief Services
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Big things come in small packages.
Life is like a box of chocolates … You never know what you’re gonna get.
~ Forrest Gump (played by Tom Hanks as the title character)
Celebrate everyday!
Live in the ☼moment☼
In any ♣season♣
Cherish yourself ~ YOU’re a treasure! 👑
Life’s sweeter with ♥loved ones♥ …
… ♪music♫ …
… & literature …
… + chocolate!
Keep the party going!
And most of all: spread those good vibes!
Sharing = Caring!
for my Bestie + yours truly & my family!
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In ♥ & Soul , Community , Health , Higher Ed , Home Sweet Home , Politics , Pro-DiSPO , Public Interest , Relationships , Sports , Technology , Travel , What's Hot , Workin' Woman , Yours Truly on 03/19/2014 at 02:29
Cheers to my new photography gig!
Since I’ve always enjoyed being behind or in front of the camera (or both at the same time ~ hence selfies), I’m excited about doing it professionally now. My camera-happiness surely has paid off…
I also appreciate my latest blessings, including my upcoming reading at church this weekend, making massive progress on my dissertation writing this past week and my latest publication: Jenna Bush to Deliver Healthy Woman Keynote Address Abilene Reporter-News
Flashback Friday to remember my Dearest Darling Lola Rosa on her 6th Anniversary
Today’s my #Lola #Rosa ‘s 6th #anniversary , so here’s #FlashbackFriday : 4#generations ~ my #dearest #darling #LolaRosing & ALL of her #children Uncle Boking Art Reyes Drs. Robert Reyes & Fe Dollete, Ate Rose Razon-Basinillo & the#baby she gave #TLC , yours truly & Icoy Arthur Basinillo , Auntie Aida, Dr. Vee Luna + my parents Nanay Estrella Dispo & Papa Jun … Either Kuya Arnel Basinillo or his & Ate Rose’s daughter Arielle Royse R Basinillo (who shares the same #birthday as me) or Kuya/Dr. June Luna or Tita/Dr. Yolanda Hernandez-Reyes took this (I’m listing for the sake of tagging). #GOD did #bless us w/my #maternal #grandmother , who#forever & #always shines #grace in my #mind & my #heart as I #pray for her#soul to have #eternal #peace in #Heaven w/the #angels #grandma #grandchildren #GreatGrandchildren
Here are tributes to special loves in my life, going by those Weekend Hashtag Projects from Instagram :
#WHPwomenwhoinspire #InternationalWomensDay last#WeekendHashtagProject passed but I must #honor my#LolaRosa on her #anniversary for #sweetness &#encouragement through #PrideAndJoy my #AuntieFe for her #example as #doctor #pediatrician who’s touched #lives of #children her #patients & her#daughter #SonInLaw #nieces #nephews who#EnjoysLife #home #travel #BallroomDancing #SkysTheLimit #WomenWhoInspire #women #inspire #inspiration #RoleModels ⛵️✈️
#WHPwomenwhoinspire #InternationalWomensDay last#WeekendHashtagProject passed but I must #honor my#TitaLou on her #birthday for #perseverance #strength & most of all #faith + #MamaEufemia for #love to all your #children #grandchildren #GreatGrandchildren #DispoFamily #WomenWhoInspire #women #inspire #inspiration #strife #purpose #dedication #devotion #admiration #auntie #tita #grandma #mama #lola #apong
#WHPdancers my #TitaLou the #BirthdayGirl #dancing w/her #son my #baby #cousin #Christian #HappyBirthday #HappyBday #HBD #auntie #StayBlessed on your #birthday & #always #GOD #guide & #provide for my #tita #DancingQueen #TinyDancer #JustDance #sweet #tender #moment #fond #memory #dance #WeekendHashtagProject #WHP
#WHPdancers my #parents #Nanay #MommyAya #PapaJun #dancing @ #AbileneCountryClub #SweetheartBall #USPFO #TwoStep #ChaCha #Tango #Lambada #FolkDance #GangnamStyle #YouNameIt Maybe they can #TeachMeHowToDougie & I can#school them on the #CupidShuffle #ElectricSlide #Macarena #LineDance #StillGotIt #spark #fireworks in#marriage #dance #LoveIsInTheAir #WeekendHashtagProject #WHP
#WHPwomenwhoinspire #InternationalWomensDay last#WeekendHashtagProject passed but I must #thank my#TitaMel whose #faith & #devotion I #admire as fellow#Church #lector #Adorer for her #JESUS #CrossStitch #handiwork that serves as #reminder to always #love #GOD #live in #CHRIST ‘s #image #lead #life in#humility #MaramingSalamat #MagandaTalaga #KindGesture #WomenWhoInspire #inspiration #admiration #Adoration Mel Popatco which I originally admired @ Tita Lydia Sardon ‘s; Tita Rosalinda Sims told Tita Mel I liked it; Tita Mel made one & gave it to my Nanay Estrella Dispo who framed it ~ so each of these inspirational women deserve women in this beautiful miracle gift
These are more inspirations in the spirit of this Lenten season
Although I’ve done #StationsOfTheCross countless times, the #WayOfTheCross always has a #powerful #effect on me, reminding me to be more #humble like#Jesus . Hope the #PassionOfChrist does the same for y’all… Glad that I did the #walk in good company of#family & #friends w/a #delicious #meal to share! #GOD = #TheTruth — homemade veggie soup
#TrustInGOD during #Lent & all our lives! I also always seek the #HolySpirit for #guidance to be closer to the Him everyday & always! #CHRISTbeOurLight #PraiseTheLORD
#PTL #Peace ✌
& way to go for my lil’ cowboy at the rodeo!
Oh snap , it’s the paparazzi ~ at least that’s what my best friend’s dad calls me (hopefully just out of endearment)!
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