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BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING

Posted on November 18, 2009 by LoMeili

****** (READ FULL POST HERE) ****** I am blogging about this baby because I believe there are people who care. May the Lord touch your heart to help baby Jeff Andrei Las Pinas live longer and better. Here are several ways you can help: 1. Pray for Jeff Andrei Las Pinas and his family – they need this everyday 2. Spread the word and ask more people to help. Inform me if you will repost this in your blog or write a note and please ask them to email blogforacause@yahoo.com. 3. Extend financial assistance – any amount will do. Please leave a comment and email me at blogforacause@yahoo.com then I’ll give you the details on how you can send the money. SHARE YOUR BLESSINGs. Always remember that we are blessed to be a channel of blessing to many. “He who gives to the poor, lends to the Lord and HE … Continue reading →

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Quality Time with my Kiddo

Posted on November 7, 2009 by LoMeili

As a mother, it is my heart’s desire to be the best that I can be which I believe is a normal thing. So I make sure I spend time with my kids. However, at sometimes, it’s hard to spend that quality time with one and not reject the other. Know what I mean? Especially that Meimei (my 2nd child) has a special need – and that is taking care of her colostomy and her dilations., sometimes I can’t help but “reject” some of Elisha’s (my first born) requests. So inorder to assure my son that I do love him and want to spend time with him, I have this DATE with him. Our “Date Day” is scheduled every Saturday afternoon after his children’s choir practice in church. Most of the time we go to the mall to do 2 things: (1) arcade to play basketball and (2) eat whatever … Continue reading →

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Meimei’s PSARP Surgery

Posted on October 17, 2009 by LoMeili

Last October 5, 2009 at 7:30am at the Riverside Medical Center my daughter went through with her 2nd operation – the PSARP (Posterior Sagittal AnoRectoPlasty – the surgery required to create an anus). To give you a glimpse of what took place at the hospital I decided to blog about it. So read on in my main blog http://www.shewritesyouwrite.com/.

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LOVE LETTERS TO E.J.

Posted on September 28, 2009 by LoMeili

My husband and I agreed that from time to time, we will write letters to our children so that someday, they have something to guide and encourage them when they need it. We can’t and we won’t be with them all the time, but with these letters, it’s as if we’re beside them. From these letters they’ll know how much we love them, what we value the most, what we pray for, what our principles are, who we are and what we, as parents, hope to impart to them that they too can impart to their children. We will categorize these types of blogs as LOVE LETTERS TO E.J. because truly, all our letters will be written because we love them. All our children have the initial E.J. Elisha Joey (Elisha or EJ) our son and Elizabeth Joy (Meimei) our daughter. If a third child comes, for sure his or … Continue reading →

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GOD STILL HEALS…

Posted on January 6, 2009 by LoMeili

It’s been a while since my son had his cough – I don’t know if it’s because it’s too cold, too dry, bacterial, viral or allergic reactions of some sort (he was diagnosed with slight asthma when he was a little over 1 year old). There’s just too many possible causes and being in a foreign land (China) it’s really hard for us to know which ones to let him take because they really have a different way of treating sickness here. It was also found out that his tonsils were inflamed and because of that, he was recommended to have IV medications that would last for 5-6 days. Their IV treatment is outpatient so it means each day, they will put the needle on and after a few hours, when the medicine runs out, remove it. The following day, same thing. That will go on for 5-6 days and … Continue reading →

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He WIll Always Be My Baby…

Posted on December 18, 2008 by LoMeili

This picture was taken yesterday when my son EJ was sleeping soundly. It was already morning but he was still in deep sleep so I figured I’d take his picture, without his permission, hihi… I’m posting this because one of the best hour in my day is putting him to sleep and I love looking at him while he’s asleep. I always tell him he looks like an angel and he likes it when I say that ) I don’t know if I’ll ever get tired of looking at his angelic sleeping face – probably not. I don’t know if every mother takes time to look at their children when they’re sleeping, but I do. Every time I see EJ sleeping, I realize how precious it is that God gave him to me to take care and to nurture. I may miss the corporate world sometimes but seeing EJ, especially … Continue reading →

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Unthinkable

Posted on December 12, 2008 by LoMeili

This is an incredible story of a man named Scott Rigsby… An ordinary man who faced an accident that nearly destroyed his life, but God turned the situation around and used it for His Glory. An ordinary person changed and used by an extraordinary God – for us to see the reality of this verse: “All things work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose” Romans 8:28What is it you’re facing right now that seem hopeless? Don’t despair… HE IS IN CONTROL )Be Blessed…

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Can you imagine giving up your own son?

Posted on December 9, 2008 by LoMeili

I’ve watched this video several times, but each time, I have to ask myself if I can give up my son’s life for the sake of saving hundreds… And every time my answer is NO… Yes, I am selfish and I believe I am most parents… BUT this video shows something different – a picture of how much God loves us that He gave His only son to save us all… This video shows it in a language we can all understand. Be Blessed… If you were in the father’s place, what would you do?

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A Second Life?

Posted on December 4, 2008 by LoMeili

Last night something terrible happened… I knew it was a dream but it felt so real that when I woke up, I had chest pains, catching my breath and my body so stiff. In Filipino term it’s like “bangungut.” A lot of people die in this kind of experience while sleeping, but I truly thank God I survived. It’s the first time it happened to me and I pray it’s the last. In my dream I felt very dizzy and everything around me was whirling, it got faster and faster and faster. I was trying to shout “langga” (which is how I call my husband) several times and trying to reach and wake him up because I knew exactly he was sleeping next to me. Everything in my mind and body was awake and conscious but as I shouted, no voice came out and as I moved my left hand, … Continue reading →

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Who I Am Makes A Difference

Posted on December 1, 2008 by LoMeili

Whether we know it or not, we are making a difference in someone’s life… But it can either help them change for the better or for the worse. This video is just one of those moments where someone has made an impact in another’s life, but it then was passed on…. until it saved a life ) Be Blessed.

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IF I COULD…

Posted on November 28, 2008 by LoMeili

Here’s a song that’s so close to my heart… For EJ and my soon to be born baby. i love you! IF I COULD(lyrics from lyricsmode) If I CouldI’d protect you from the sadness in your eyesGive you courage in a world of compromiseYes I wouldIf I could I would teach you all the things I’ve never learnedAnd I’d help you cross the bridges that I’ve burnedYes I wouldIf I could I would try to shield your innocence from timeBut the part of life I gave you isn’t mineI’ve watched you growSo I could let you goIf I could I would help you make it through the hungry yearsBut I know that I can never cry your tearsBut I wouldIf I could If I live in a time and place where you don’t wanna beYou don’t have to walk along this road with meMy yesterday won’t have to be your … Continue reading →

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I LOVE YOU…

Posted on November 27, 2008 by LoMeili

This is another video that I want to share to all of you… It’s still about God’s love. I am pregnant right now and it assured me that my GOD has a plan for my baby and that I don’t have to fear. God was there when she was conceived and will always be there for her. I will always be grateful for HIS LOVE… Be Blessed. Thanks to poshpost for helping me out in posting this video. =)

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Never Been Unloved

Posted on November 26, 2008 by LoMeili

I came across this video (from youtube) when I was looking for some songs for our home church and since then, this has become one of my favorites. I truly believe that we may be a lot of things…but as Christians, we have never been unloved. A simple story of how secured my son is of my love for him. I asked him last night, “Baby, what makes mama sad?” He replied, “When I don’t listen… but you still love me mama.” It made me smile knowing that at the age of 3, he is just so secured that no matter what he does, I will always love him. Before we sleep at night we, as a family, give each other goodnight hugs, kisses and I love you’s. But when EJ’s on his bed, I will whisper, “I will always love you baby.” With his eyes closed he will respond, … Continue reading →

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IS MY SACRIFICE LIVING?

Posted on November 24, 2008 by LoMeili

Written: Feb. 12, 2008Ever since I became a Christian, one of the closest stories in my heart is the story of Abraham offering Isaac as a living sacrifice. Several times have I been through such experience, but never have I thought I will be placed in such a situation – of literally offering my very own son to the Lord. It all started with my in-laws asking us if we could leave EJ for vacation here in Bacolod from February until we come back again in May. At first it sounded like a joke, the family was just teasing me because they know I wouldn’t say YES. Partly I wanted to give in to Joey’s parents request because from the start, EJ has always brought so much joy to mama, papa and to the rest of the family. Besides, I know that he will be very well taken cared of … Continue reading →

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I Am Grateful Because…

Posted on November 19, 2008 by LoMeili

I am grateful because… 1. I am fearfully and wonderfully made 2. I am not perfect, yet I am accepted and loved 3. I have been given the priviledge of being who I am… (pls. refer to my profile) 4. I have a FATHER who will never leave me nor forsake me 5. I am able to share this blog with Lee, Ares, Posh, Shannon, Henry, Elle Bee, Visadkline, Lynn, Mary, Kathryn, SSQUO, C.Beth, Laura Jayne, Aizan Suhaira, View from my front porch, and Brenda Susan. HOW THIS WORKS: 1. Repost the picture on your blog and pls. acknowledge where it came from. Kindly leave a comment on this post so I would know you’ve posted it. 2. Write down 5 things you are grateful for, the 5th being the bloggers you are tagging 3. You may copy this or write your own quote regarding gratitude: He is a wise … Continue reading →

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THE SOURCE OF MY RESOURCES

Posted on November 18, 2008 by LoMeili

“ Goer… Sender…Intercessor “ these were the three roles given by Pastor Joebert Ramos (Senior Pastor of His Life Ministries) way back when I was a 3rd year university student, when he gave his altar call. I felt a tug in my heart to stand up – as a SENDER. So strong that my heart beat went faster and there was nothing I can do, but obey. So there I was, I stood committing myself as a sender to fulfill the great commission. While I was standing up, I asked God how can I be a sender when I didn’t even have enough money for my education – I would often write promissory notes every time it was enrollment or examinations time; not enough money for my allowance – I had to sell goods to make sure I have money for my next day’s transportation and money to pay for … Continue reading →

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A Beautiful Mother Poem

Posted on November 13, 2008 by LoMeili

MOTHER (thanks to marriagemarkers for this award) This is a truly BEAUTIFUL piece.Please read this at a slow pace,digesting every word and in leisure…Do not hurry….this is a treasure… For those lucky to still be blessed with your Mom,this is beautiful.For those of us who aren’t,this is even more beautiful.For those who are moms,you’ll love this. The young mother set her footon the path of life.’Is this the long way?’ she asked.And the guide said: ‘Yes,and the way is hardAnd you will be old beforeyou reach the end of it..But the end will be betterthan the beginning.’ But the young mother was happy,and she would not believe that anything could be better than these years. So she played with her children,and gathered flowers for them along the way,and bathed them in the clear streams;and the sun shone on them,and the young Mother cried, ‘Nothing will ever be lovelier than this.’ … Continue reading →

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STAY OPEN…

Posted on November 11, 2008 by LoMeili

This morning I watched Joel Osteen’s preaching and his topic was “Trust God to do it HIS WAY”. All throughout his message, he kept repeating 2 words, STAY OPEN.It got me reflecting on my very own life, and here’s what I’ve realized. In 1994, I was given an option to take a higher scholarship grant if I would major in Education, rather than Engineering. I didn’t take the offer mainly because I NEVER WANTED TO BE A TEACHER, so I thought. But God slowly changed my heart for years. He allowed me to lead Bible studies, worked in companies where I had to teach, lead me to teaching preschoolers then to the Koreans. Little did I know that He’s been preparing me for a teaching Job here in China. When I was in my college years, I thought, I didn’t want to work away from home because I don’t think … Continue reading →

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CHAPTER 5: WHAT HEPA TAUGHT ME

Posted on November 11, 2008 by LoMeili

I always believe that everything we go through in life has a reason and behind those reasons are lessons that we need to learn. From this Hepatitis A experience, I have a great deal of realizations and revelations that I want to share. Some of which are only for myself but some, I’m sure you readers will benefit from. Just treat it like you would when eating a fish – eat the meat and throw the bones. Here goes… a) I need to take care of myself and this should be a conscious decision. As much as I would want to be the Perfect wife, Perfect mom and Perfect teacher – I can’t. I can only be the best that I can be without compromising my health. I have to sleep early, do regular exercise, drink my supplements and not over work. I needed to repent for this because I … Continue reading →

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CHAPTER 4: EJ’S VISIT

Posted on November 9, 2008 by LoMeili

I slept at the hospital since Wednesday night and since then, I wasn’t able to see EJ. It’s a miracle that I was able to survive not holding him – although it was really hard and so much tears shed, I survived. EJ coped too. In the morning Joey would take care of him and send him off to school at around 10:30am. After school, his auntie Imee would pick him up and prepare dinner for him. Then his auntie Cathy would be there at around 7pm. Joey visits me before he goes to work and after work at night. Usually he eats lunch and dinner here with me. So since Wednesday I wasn’t able to hug my darling son. So Joey told me on Saturday, they’ll visit me. I just live each day by talking to him the moment he wakes up and before he goes to bed. Saturday … Continue reading →

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