To have happiness, do you really have to cry?

To have peace, do you have to have war in the first place?

To have success, do you have to fail?

Is it because having both will let you know the difference between them or you really have to have both to have one of them?

And how about love? Is it the greatest meaning shown when God sent his son for sinners/unworthy people like you and I?

To love, do you really have to sacrifice something, bear all things and endure all things for the sake of it?

What’s the deal? Won’t you tell me, please?

If you are a honeybee I want to be the flower that’s always wanting to be visited by you.

If you are a tree I want to be the leaves that’s gonna be around you and provide you with food. (I am learning how to cook better honey
If you are a foot I want to be a shoe that could embrace you and cover you from the dusty and/or muddy sidewalks.

If you are and eye I want to be your lids so I could stay very near to you and help and support you in whatever you want to do.

(to be continued…)

True Love…

You’re the world to me–
there’s no one quite like you.
You’re the one I love,
the one I want to touch.
I give you my heart,
and I need you so much.
Offer me your sweet caresses;
fill me with your wonderful light;
soothe my aching heart;
and hold me through the night.
The mere sound of your voice
summons deep emotion within
Like an old familiar song
like the comfort of a friend.
When you’re near,
I’m lost to thoughts of love
as you touch me with a magic
that’s as grand as stars above.
I want to hold your hand.
I hunger for your kiss.
Offer me sweet tidings
of true love’s tender bliss.
I promise our love shall soar,
carried on the wings of a dove.
So give me your heart,
and bless me with your love.

Dear Friend,

I am writing to say how much I care
for you. I want you to know me better.
When you awoke this morning,
I exploded a brilliant sunrise through
Your window, hoping to get your attention
But you didn’t even notice.

Later, you were walking with your friends
I bathe you in were sunshine and perfumed
The air with flowers. Still, you didn’t notice
Me. So I shouted to you in a thunderstorm,
And painted a beautiful rainbow. You didn’t
Even look!

Tonight, I spilled moonlight on your face
and sent a cool breeze to refresh you as you
slept. I watched over you and shared your
thoughts but you were unaware of my presence.
I hope you will talk to me soon when
You’re ready, I will be near. I love you
Very much….

Love,
Jesus

                 For God so loVed the world
                       that He gAve
                            His onLy
                                   bEgotten
                                 soN that whosoever
                          believeT h in Him
                should not perish but have
                        everlastiN g
                                 lifE. Jn. 3:16

Happy Valentine’s Day!!

How how do you define LOVE?

Signs
                        of the Zodiac
By Athena Starwoman

                          Cancer                         

Your element:
                          Water                        

Your ruling planets:
                          The Moon                        

Symbol:
                          The Crab                        

Your stone:
                          Moonstone                        

                          Life Pursuit:  Constant reassurance and intimacy

Vibration: Moody

Cancer’s Secret Desire:  To feel safe (emotionally, spiritually, romantically and financially)                         
                         
                        

Description:
Those born under the sign of Cancer, ruled by the mysterious Moon, are
one of the zodiac’s enigmas. It is fair to say that most Cancers are a
bundle of contradictions. Compassionate and caring with friends, family
and lovers, yet they can cut to the bone with their jealous remarks and
ever-changing moods. Endearingly eccentric on one hand, and on the
other, insecure about how others see them. Like their astrological
symbol - the Crab - Cancers can appear hard and insensitive on the
outside. However, for those of us who know and love a "Moon Child", we
understand that deep below lies a softness and sensitivity that makes
them so very special…

Just as the Moon goes through many changes as it moves from its new to
full phases, Cancers too go through many new and full phases of
experience. Life doesn’t stand still for this sign, even if they remain
in one place, because they live so much in their internal oceans of
emotions. Their link with the Moon often makes it impossible for them
to operate on an even keel from day to day. Up and down like the
proverbial yo-yo, most Cancerians feel one way one minute, then
sometimes totally different the next. But this characteristic is part
of their charm.

Love and romance matter more than anything else to this sign (but this
occasionally shares first place with having lots of money in the bank).
No other sign romances better, equally though, no sign takes it so
badly when romance turns sour either. But with their changeable natures
Cancerians are fascinating, mysterious, stimulating and extremely
alluring. This sign is one of the most magic of all and once their
magic has reached you, they are the most beguiling companions. After
all, isn’t the Moon the most talked about and romantic galactic
identity?

I was so excited when I heard from the weather news that it would be a windy snow day on the very first day of December. My first snow experience is one of my cherished moments! It was the first time that I saw the snow carpet. It was white all over. It was awesome! So beautiful!So cool, I mean cold!! My hands were frozen within the few minutes I spent outside as I enjoyed the falling snow flakes. I was so happy that I even forgot how cold it was until my body almost froze. As I watched the scene I remembered Heaven. How happy would it be when I get there? Ah! Probably it would be the happiest moment in my whole life.

Oh! how I wish I had wings like a dove;
That I could fly,
Spread my wings, fly light,
Way up high and be at rest.

I think I cannot stay any longer here
Because this world is not my home.
I am bound beyond the blue
Up above the heavens.

When I get to heaven I would talk with Jesus
I would touch His nail-pierced hands
I would hug Him so tight
And thank Him for He has saved me!

When I get to heaven I would sit beside Him
I would sing praises for Him
Together with loved ones
Oh! What a Joy! we would live with Him eternally.

Depression is very common. But do we really know what it is? How should we cope with it?

"I am happy.", "I am doing good.", "Every thing’s gonna be all right!"

I have no family and friends with me when I moved across a country. I have had but a few acquaintances upon my arrival but life in my new world is in fast-pace that it seems everybody could hardly notice each other around…or might as well be just my own thoughts. I kept myself busy with work to a point that I was on-the-job stress. Starting my new job was as stressful as being laid off. My thoughts changed. My coping abilities snap me back. Frustrations and pressures over ruled. Loneliness crept over my heart. Tears were my only comfort. Nights were sleepless and I often wake up tired and exhausted. I lose my appetite. My enthusiasm and energy at work decreased. All these sent me to bed for few days feeling so sick.

I went to the doctor for check-up. I was diagnosed with mild clinical depression. The doctor told me that I would be in danger if it will get worse. "What?! I don’t know I am."  I never knew I was depressed; the signs are much less obvious to me. The doctor gave me medications but I refused. Everybody started to worry about me.

I thought of what happened to me when I moved in and evaluated how my life was in the previous days. I tried to recall my experiences that triggered the case. I have been through hard and tough times altogether. I never realized that I was that strong enough to stand amidst them. I prayed for God’s guidance.

I have been coping with stress/depression naturally with positive thoughts, with some exercises and activities with friends who care, and most with God’s amazing guide, the Bible and through prayers. His promises are awesome! Nothing is impossible with Him!!

FYI from Wikipedia.org:

Clinical depression (also called major-depressive disorder or unipolar depression)
is a common psychiatric disorder, characterized by a persistent
lowering of mood, loss of interest in usual activities and diminished
ability to experience pleasure.

While the term "depression" is commonly used to describe a temporary decreased mood
when one "feels blue", clinical depression is a serious illness that
involves the body, mood, and thoughts that cannot simply be willed or
wished away. It is often a disabling disease that affects a person’s
work, family and school life, sleeping and eating habits, general
health and ability to enjoy life.^[1]
The course of clinical depression varies widely: depression can be a
once in a life-time event or have multiple recurrences, it can appear
either gradually or suddenly, and either last for few months or be a
life-long disorder. Having depression is a major risk factor for suicide; in addition, people with depression suffer from higher mortality from other causes.^[2]

Clinical depression is usually treated by psychotherapy, antidepressants,
or a combination of the two. Clinical depression may be a stand alone
issue having differing features in patients, or as part of a larger
medical issue, such as in patients with bipolar disorder or chronic pain.

-Research for more…

November 18, 2007; 5:25pm, American Airlines Flight 1101 Chicago (ORD) to Minneapolis (MSP): I was rushing inside the airport heading for check-in 35 minutes before my flight. My heart was beating fast that I could hardly think and focus on what to do and where to go. I walked between the lines of travelers to and fro. Sweet! where is the check-in line??! I only have few minutes to catch up for the flight!

One of my friends who brought me to the airport came in and helped me through the line. I’m glad he came in. When I got my boarding pass, my friend asked the desk in-charge if I could still catch my flight. The lady in-charge told him that I could if I could make it through the gate before the door will be closed. He also asked the lady if there is still a flight of the same destination if ever I could not make it. And she told him that there is still another flight after two hours. But I need to arrive at a specific time to Minneapolis. Upon hearing the conversation it made me feel uneasy and worried.

I hurried through gate H16 after the security check and was striding as fast as I could. I wanted to run but there were many people who were ahead of me and that I could even hardly take a stride to overtake some of them. Everybody seemed to be in a hurry. H1, H2, H3, H4… I was counting the gates before gate H16. Oh! It’s a way too far from the check-in area.

Along the way I was tempted to hang around the stores with wonderful displays. But thinking of the few minutes that I have helped me not to stop and take a look at them.

Few meters away from the gate I heard the attendant called my name. I was catching my breath as I presented my boarding pass. She asked me what took me long and I did not answer. I rushed into the door and just at the time when I came in, the door was closed!

While I was seated in the plane and as I calmed myself, many questions came to my mind. What if my friend did not care to help me? What if I was tempted and went into the stores for just a minute? I must have missed my flight.

The door is almost to close in our travel to Heaven. Jesus is reaching out to us. All we have to do is reach out to Him. Do not hang around. He is coming soon! Keep looking up!

Do not miss our flight to Eternity! There’s no other available flight. See you there!

=) Janjan