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So I didn't exactly played a major part in this event. But I would like to congratulate the JesCom team for making the concert a success, and for being able to raise funds for the Jesuit Seminaries.

It was a night of music and spirituality - two evenings, actually. The Philippine Madrigal Singers truly gave justice to every song. I got goosebumps randomly throughout the songs. They definitely deserve a standing ovation!

I just won't go into details to eliminate gossips and such. I really don't want to make a big deal out of it, but I definitely want to share this life-changing, eye-opening experience.

I can't believe how amazing God is when it comes to answering prayers. I know I've said this before, but anyway, I'm just so relieved.

I was having a certain dilemma which is recurring for the past 2 years more or less, and just the other day I wanted to put an end on it - so, I prayed for guidance and light. In less than 24 hours, God was able to answer me. I still can't get over the part where reality hit me hard, but I know it's for the best. Like I said in one of my FB posts "I'm not sure if it's good... I just know it's right." God's answer was very simple. I was actually expecting a dramatic scene with so many people involved. But last night was so... straightforward. It was painful, yes of course. But to me, it was to end my misery as well. God showed me a whole new different path - a promising one, I'm sure. It's to end all my confusion. Give clarity to all those blurred visions. This path is clearer. This path will bring me less pain.

I'm really excited to experience another chapter. Maybe it still has the same elements from where I came from, but this time, I know better. It's all about a matter of perspective now, just like when I saw God's answer in the simplest of ways.

Yesterday, I said goodbye to all my fairy tales. It wasn't easy, but I know it's time. I won't stop dreaming, of course not. Only now, my dreams are closer to reality and not barely foolish fantasies. Sheesh, is this what we call maturity?

Last week, not just one or two, but more than three asked me if I have already found a new 'man' in my life. And when I say that I'm still single, they give me the saddest-looking frown you'll ever see. Of course the next question would be, 'why?'

Well, why not? So what if I'm single. That's not stopping me from living the life that I so much enjoy right now. I just don't get it why there are people who think that one can truly be happy if there's a particular 'someone' in one's life.

I wouldn't want to burst anybody's fairytale - I'm not saying that being in a relationship is complete bull. But there's more to life than going out on dates and receiving bouquets of roses. Dreams are not all about Prince Charmings and Princesses dancing across the palace hallways with music only they can hear. Well, I guess it may be for some... but for me, again, there is more to it.

Love makes the world go 'round. Or let's just rephrase that to 'Love makes YOUR world go 'round.' Really, it's all about a matter of perspective. It may not work for a lot of people, but love is just a part of every being. It's true that we do the most touching and courageous thing because of love. But there are times that we engage in our own stupidity and foolishness because of love. This only proves that not everything that seem right is actually correct. Probably it's also about the timing of all things, the presence of certain elements to create a powerful and righteous foundation of love. And as for me... I'm still cooking things up for a delicious meal, if you know what I mean.

So maybe there are times that I long for someone. And there are times as well that I do not really think about it. I guess my point is that I'm just fine to wait without stopping, and dream without hoping. So far, I'm really comfortable with this personal set-up. I believe that someday, I will again receive the bouquets all the others are giggling about. Mine are just rosebuds, patiently waiting to bloom. So yeah, that's it.

You know how our faith sees God... God is Omnipotent, Omnipresent, and Omniscient.

Omnipotent, meaning all-ruling. Omnipresent, meaning all-present. Finally Omniscient, meaning all-knowing... And now I have a simple story to prove it.

The past hour, I was thinking about looking for a part-time job, so I won't have to let go of my current day-job. I've been thinking about it for roughly a month now, and it's just that I was busy and I was caught up with work and stuff. So in other words, I never got a chance to really sit down and think about it... I mean, really, REALLY think about it and look at the possibilities and options I have.

Moments ago, I was about to tweet it (that I was gonna pray about getting another job- another source of income and experience, of course). And before I could even type the first word, an old acquaintance popped me a message. Small talk started, and we got the chance to catch up (even though we're really not that close!) We exchanged numbers, and he asked me if I was interested in getting a part-time job. It's certainly a jaw-dropping minute for me. I still couldn't believe the past hour happened so quickly!

God truly is mysterious. He planned every stepping stone in my life. I can really feel His love, because I didn't have to do anything to get what I want. He answered my prayer in a jiffy! How sweet is that?! Nothing is an accident. Everything has a purpose. What happened now may be an influence of what would happen in my life in the future. Just like when I got acquainted with him days or weeks before he left the country over a year ago. Now that he's back, God proceeded with His plan for me. But I really hope this is God's doing. I trust Him and I have complete faith in Him. He will not let me down. He will not put me in danger.

On this note, I testify.

God is Omniscient because he knows what I need or what I want; Omnipresent because I see Him in everything and in everybody; and Omnipotent because He reigns over me all the time (well, I try to let Him to the greatest extent that I can).

God is... GOD.