Goodbye Blogspot :(

So, Blogspot has been my home for the longest time! I've had this blog for almost 5 years now. It was there for me through thick and thin-- allowing me to vent out about my happiest and saddest moments in life. Going through my old posts, I believe it can already somehow encapsulate how my life has been and how my life has truly changed because of some circumstances that happened in my life. 

And although, I am moving to Tumblr for personal reasons, I've decided to keep this for "reminiscing purposes". Hahaha! But please feel free to follow me on my Tumblr :)

Don't worry Blogspot, you'll always be my number 1 :) Hehee.

FOLLOW AND VISIT MY TUMBLR! :)

IGNITE: It Takes a Spark to Start a Fire!

I can't express how GRATEFUL and OVERWHELMED I am with my IGNITE experience! Last May 26-28, I was able to attend a 3 day campus conference for the very first time. Although I cut some of my classes (oh no), it was truly worth it!! :)

My ID! No ID, no entry!

It's not every day that I get to worship and praise God with 7000 other people! This experience has truly made me realize how many Christians there still are among this scary deceiving world. It has encouraged me to serve God even more. Truly, we can't do it alone and we need to surround ourselves with people who will bring out the best in us-- those who will spur us and and convict us to better Christians!

I am overwhelmed by the different campuses and I saw how God has truly been working in each and every one! We are a chosen generation and we are all called out to reach out to those who are in need of a Savior and lead them to the right path.

This was truly a powerful experience for me and I believe, for everyone else that attended! God was truly in the place and His grace and Holy Spirit was upon all! I had so many revelations and which has made me realize that my walk with God is just full of surprises! We will never have enough of His love because He reveals us new things every single day. We just need to continue to seek Him more no matter how far or how long you've already been a Christian. 

Here are just some take homes from the talks :)

"Do you wonder why "superhero movies" are such blockbuster hits? It's because people would love to have their own supernatural powers! And the usual story line of these movies is: from normal or ordinary people, they turn into superheroes! For example, in Spiderman, he was just a nerd or what other people regard as the "typical loser" but who knew that he will turn out to be a superhero? In the same context, we are all made for more! God will use each and every one of us no matter what or who we are. He will equip us with the Holy Spirit and give us spiritual gifts, which is our very own spiritual power!"

"People around you affect the flame inside you."

"God is glorious. And by definition, glory means weight. By seeing and experiencing God's glory, everything else becomes light-- all our worries, problems and doubts in life."

"Spread the good news! Tell your friends, relatives, classmates-- everyone!! Don't doubt and ask 'What if noone will listen?' -- I ask you, What if someone responds?"

"1 Corinthians 10:13: No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted,he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. -- God doesn't promise that once you're a Christian, you will be free of temptations but He promises that even if you do, He will provide you a way out of it."

"God, drugs ka ba? High na high na ako siyo eh! Nakaka adik ka!"

These are just some of the most striking things for me and if you're interested in listening to the actual talks, check out Ignite's podcasts! :)

With Kim and Belle!

During the last day of Ignite, the La Salle Cluster all gathered in Cafe Breton! I felt so blessed to have such a Christian family!  

WATCH OUT LA SALLE!! We've been IGNITED!!

I got goosebumps while watching these post Ignite videos! It did a great and wonderful job in capturing the powerful Ignite experience! But if you think the videos are amazing, it's not even half of the real experience :>

Psalm 47: 1-2 

Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of joy.For the LORD Most High is awesome, the great King over all the earth.

IGNITE for God: 9 More Days!

9 MORE DAYS UNTIL IGNITE!! 

To those who are wondering what IGNITE is, watch this promotional video for more information :)

I REALLY HOPE TO SEE YOU GUYS THERE!! :)

All for God and His Glory!

PFW: Candie's & DM

Watched PFW's Candie's Last Saturday which was unusually held at the ice skating rink! I felt so nostalgic being on the rink again! How I wish and pray I can skate again :(

Super cute set up! 

Cotton Candy booth

Fake tattoo booth

Maxene Magalona

Danica Magpantay! I'm such a fan of her :)

Oh, it's Tricia! My "look alike" raw. Too bad I don't have long hair anymore. Haha!
I love collection! So boho!

This made me miss ice skating so much :(

Sheer top - Vintage; Black denim shorts - Forever 21; Gray pumps - Forever 21

Credits to Chanel Misa for some of the pictures!

After the show, I went straight to Cafe Breton to have our weekly Discipleship Meeting with my Victory family. I didn't get to take pictures but this night was amazing as my long time prayer has also been answered through my conversation with my good friend, Angel Dela Flor :) I woke up the next day feeling so overwhelmed with His unfailing love! GOD, YOU ARE SO AMAZING!! :)

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

PFW: Forever 21

Last Thursday, I was able to attend Philippine Fashion Week and watched Forever 21's show :) Thank you to my cousin for the tickets!

With my cousins, Della De Leos and Via Serranilla!

With Chanel Misa and Bianca Ignacio :)

With my BTIC (bestfriend in Christ), Louie Yao♥

Denim top - Pink Manila; Denim Skirt - Zara; Brown Clogs - Parisan; Turquoise bag - SM  

I don't really have a proper solo picture outfit and this is the best I could find. Hehee :)

Credits to Chanel Misa for some of the pictures!

After the show, I rushed back to school to meet up with my Victory family as we prepared a video for IGNITE representing our DLSU-CSB Cluster! Please watch out for that!! :) We "slept over" at Kuya Jay's place and was up the whole night! Good job, video crew especially to Louie Yao and Kuya Jay who had no sleep at all just to finish editing the video! :)

Coffee and fries kept us up!

My Prince

It's my first painting (besides the ones I do for school) so I apologize to those who think it's bad. Haha!

"My Prince" by Kara De Leos

I am God's princess;

waiting patiently for her godly prince.

From the overflow of my heart, my mouth will speak;

I will utter "You're my answered prayer and you're definitely worth the wait".

Our first kiss will be at the altar before His glory and bestowed blessings.

He will be my second love next to God;

 and we live in a Kingdom and be blessed with beautiful babies.

He will make me realize that fairytales do come true;

and we will live happily ever after!

My New Heart

"My New Heart" by Kara De Leos

My heart was broken and shattered into pieces,

crushed to the bones and left with no hope.

Days were longer and nights took forever.

Sleeping was unbearable and waking up was torture.

Life made no sense;

 living was dragging.

Everyone else around me blurred in the distance;

knowing no one can completely understand my distress and heartache.

My friends, relatives and parents?

No one knew how it was like to see her life crash before her own eyes.

Or, so I thought.

I was at the edge of the cliff, 50-50;

so helpless and weak, I would have fallen so easily.

But on that same cliff was a pathway made of wood that led to somewhere I wasn't so sure of.

One thing was certain, light filled the place;

 and simply looking at it from a distance sparked a new hope in me.

I wasn't sure what it was or who was on the other side

but I knew that's the place where I wanted to be.

Among the vast of radiance,

a Man with open arms came running towards me.

I fell down to my knees as He took me by His gentle hands

and wrapped me in His comforting arms.

He took my shattered heart from my chest

and gave me a new one.

From that moment on, it was all clear to me.

I was blind and now I can see;

I was deaf and now I can hear;

I was mute and now I can speak.

I was enslaved by sin but now I AM FREE! 

I surrender my whole life to You, O God;

to You who raised me up from the dead!

This new life is all for You and all for Your glory!

Thank you, God.

I love you forever!