MLDs *

I’ve experienced many little deaths (MLDs) like most of us. The death of my first pet – Trixie (A Japanese spitz my Tito gave me). The death of the three men in my life – my father, my Tito (mom’s bro) and my lolo (mom’s dad). The death of many relationships. The death of most dreams. Many little deaths.
As we grow older, it is harder to accept death. We will experience many more little deaths in our life. The only thing we can do is to anchor ourselves to something that will make us strong even if our soul is dying. We find God in our many little deaths. Our faith does not have to die with the little deaths in our life.

(photo of the Gesu altar which I took about 2 years ago)
I'd like to share my favorite psalm from the bible:
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd,
there is nothing I lack.
In green pastures you let me graze;
to safe waters you lead me;
you restore my strength.
You guide me along the right path
for the sake of your name.
Even when I walk through a dark valley,
I fear no harm for you are at my side;
your rod and staff give me courage.
You set a table before me
as m enemies watch;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Only goodness and love will pursue me
All the days of my life;
I will dwell in the house of the Lord for years to come.

More quiet time for me.
While I was attending the Easter Vigil Mass, I had a thought that once in your life appreciate some thing or moment for at least 5 minutes. Imagine what 5 minutes could do. I started with the candle and appreciated how the lighted wick slowly burns the wax... the wax dripping and layering on the side of the candle. That started the 5 minute habit thing.
For another 5 minutes, slow dance with a special someone. (I think I've done this, it's shit even remembering him now.)
For 5 minutes, just hug that person as if that would be the last time you will ever see him in this lifetime. (I've done this too with the same person. Haha.)
For 5 minutes, just let the water from the shower trickle down your face to your body.
For 5 minutes, just watch the sunset and put that camera down.
For 5 minutes, just stare at him.
For 5 minutes, just cry for no reason. (Ayy, PMS na ata to)
For 5 minutes, just feel the texture, the fineness, etc of sand (Bora sand sana. haha.)
Maybe for about 5 minutes, just share that final cig, joint or whatever.
More "5 minutes"...