THE GOD OF THE HILLS AND VALLEYS. Have you ever felt that there were days that nothing has happened as you have planned? Just one by one, things were beginning to unravel? 

I've had days like these. When I missed my shuttle by seconds. When I had too much stress in the office. Or just plain bombarded with negative thoughts, or going through a rough time in my life. I have learned (and I am still learning)  that in all things, God is in control, He is God and He has you in the palm of His hands, He is looking down on you, and He can see your pain, your situation.

There are times that I have felt down and defeated, sometimes wondering and asking God why He allows these hard times to happen in our lives. Then God reminds me that although I may not see the big picture yet, He is there, He is making all things right for me. He is with me in the hills, in the good times and He is with me in the valleys, the difficult and hard times. 

As my favorite song of the moment says: 

No matter what I have, Your grace is enough
No matter where I am, I'm standing in Your love

When I'm standing on the mountain, I didn't get there on my own
When I'm walking through the valley, I know I am not alone!

Hills and Valleys

by Tauren Wells

Know that whatever you are going through, you are not alone. God is with you, even though you cannot see or feel it. He will see you through, just trust Him. :)

MARRIAGE 101. I love talking to other married or single women about relationships and marriage and exchanging notes and experiences. I just got married last September 2015 and I have a long way to go in figuring out the married life. hahah. Being with your husband/ partner is blissful and challenging at the same time. You always have to find the right balance between staying true to yourself and being a part of the duo that you are now (because when you get married, you're one with your husband). It's about contributing to the relationship and also giving, to make it work. :)

BE STILL AND KNOW THAT HE IS GOD. These past few weeks have been a roller coaster ride. This January, we found out that I was pregnant. We were so excited for this precious gift. Then the worst happened, 7 weeks in, I lost the baby in my womb. We went in for a routine ultrasound 2 weeks ago and got the biggest shock of our lives : our baby had no more heartbeat. 

Our doctor explained that the baby had developmental problems, the abnormalities would have made it hard to continue with life. There was nothing that I could have done to change the situation (bed rest, less stress, eating healthier, etc), it was something that was out of my control. As a first time mom, I was really devastated. I cried so hard in the clinic where I had my ultrasound ; cried for my baby who I so longed to see and hold.

Family is love. :)

NEW YEAR, NEW BEGINNINGS. Hello again from my computer! :) I know I said I would blog more last year, well this year, it's time to implement those new year's resolutions! :)

Lots has happened in the past years, I got married to the love of my life, changed jobs and said goodbye to my 8 year long relationship with my last archi firm. So much has happened, and one thing that I realize, change is always happening. :)

SIMPLE BUT CHIC. Hello peeps! Its been a long while since I've blogged, no thanks to my overloaded work schedule. haha. 

So far I am still here, and managing. Sometimes you just have to sit back and relax, in spite of the things happening around you. There is always a reason for such things, and you'll become better because of it. I've always found that complex things suddenly become simple when you take a minute to organize, orient yourself and of course lift everything up to God. Life would be a lot easier if we just stopped worrying, do our best and let God do the rest. I know it's cliche, cut you'll never experience the truth behind it unless you really decide to do it. :)

We left for Bangkok last September 5 and came back on the 9th. I had a great time with my college friends exploring the city, experiencing the culture, and the food- to die for! I didn't get to shop as much as I wanted (yes, i know, i should have! haha) But it's another reason to come back. Their airport was really nice and the architecture amazing. People long ago really had a talent in design and construction. I totally miss Thailand! Will do posts on that soon. :)

We discovered a great place to eat at Malingap street, in Teacher's Village. They call it the Z Compound. Will tell you more about that too.

Did I mention that I so love the simplicity of the outfit posted? I love how it's simple, but chic at the same time. It's how you handle it that really makes the difference. :) I'm really getting into collecting simple and classic pieces now, for a more polished, but chic look.

So there. I hope you are all doing good. :) Stay happy and enjoy the weekend!

GRACE IMMEASURABLE. We sometimes forget that we don't have to live our lives full of stress and worries. All we have to do is bask in God's grace, mercy and peace, knowing that all is right as long as you're holding on to Him and to His promises.

Today, be reminded of God's unconditional love - with this comes His immeasurable grace, His inexhaustible mercy, and His inexpressible peace. Now that's enough to get us through - whatever situation we're in. 

Happy Thursday everyone! :)