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I am the birthday girl!
I don’t usually celebrate my birthday and maybe never post something about celebrating my birthday. It is hard to remember. But this year, my heart is just overflowing with gratitude to God for giving me this opportunity to live and to have a life. Even though life hasn’t always been easy, I thank You God for this gift of life.
Well, now that I think about it. I never had a sort of celebration for my birthday. Usually, it is just eating together or going somewhere to explore, and I like that idea, that’s the kind of celebration I would prefer. Never had the cakes and balloons with lots of confetti, and it’s fine. I guess that’s kind of celebration is never in my radar.
Birthday gifts from my love 🥰
Thank you Angie, Savior, Jared, Nay, at Tay for the video greetings and cake!
Thirty five is the age now. I am in the middle of my thirty’s. Right now as old as I am, I am in the phase of my life where I know exactly what to do but I do not know how to do it. Like I know what I want, I know my purpose, but I am scared because I just got out of one of the many things on earth that makes me feel secured which like everything else is temporary and will definitely perish.
Thank you for all those who didn’t forget to greet me on my birthday! 🎊
I just have this thought that I have surrendered everything to God. My trust and hope is in Him. I always pray for provisions, safety, protection, wisdom, endurance, and guidance for me, my family, and loved ones. My prayer also is to live a life that is content and glorifying to You, my LORD.
And this is the birthday book!
I tried to release every year and during my birthday. The Restless Mind is the birthday book this year and it contains some of my confessions. Maybe, I wrote this book out of grumbling and complaining about life or a specific situation and circumstance I needed to deal with.
I just hope and pray to inspire other people specifically women through this book. Another prayer of mine for this book is to earn a living out of my books. Please get a copy of this book. You may order a print copy of The Restless Mind through this pre-order form: https://forms.gle/B2MrroFvYJCY5fnm8
Please don’t forget to tag me on a post or send me a message if you want to get in touch. Have a blessed day y’all!
Willkomen to my blog!
Willkomen is a german word for welcome and it fascinates to learn the word when we visited Fredericksburg. So once again, willkomen guys!
It was a birthday trip for me. It was one of unmarked item in our checklist, and finally my boyfriend and I got to cross it out of our list. He asked me what I want for my birthday, at first, I playfully said "him" but it was going to Fredericksburg that got stuck on my mind. So we ended gracing the city with our presence.
The way to our destination was long and awesome, since it was never boring. We got to see a lot of interesting places on the way: winery, orchards, burger stores, donut shops, Texan BBQ restaurants, fancy houses, ranches, and the green scenery of the country side. It was an amazing ride. Dripping Springs are Johnson City were the town and city we got to passed through to reach Fredericksburg, and yes, just like what I told you those placing are also interesting, worthy places to visit and explore.
We had to take an hour and half travel time to get to the city. It was a long, long ride. But it was definitely worth it.
Food and places we tried and visited:
Information Visitor Center. From this place, we got a map of the whole downtown. The guy in the office gave us significant information on how to make the most out of our one-day trip. He gave us a map with some notes that might come in handy throughout our exploration. For my journal, I decided to get a copy of my own map and trail passport, cute.
Old German Bakery & Restaurant. We didn't have breakfast, so our next stop was this famous bakery and restaurant. When we got to the place, I could not believe that there was actually a line of people waiting to be called because all of the seats were occupied. Oh boy, my boyfriend was right, it is actually pretty famous. I discovered the reason once I got to taste one of their breakfast meal and baked goodies. Oooh...! They were really good. We ordered Holstein Schnitzel with toast and scrambled eggs on the side, and hot coffee and tea as our drinks.
Fredericksburg Winery. From the name itself, it had everything related to wine. We didn't get a free taste, but the old man in the store was generous enough to have conversation with my boyfriend about wine and other stuff, and I just listened, hehe, I am a good listener. There was an old lady in the store, but I guess she was busy with the other customers that was why she didn't say anything to us, however she was kind and friendly to greet us on the sidewalk when my boyfriend and I was crossing the pedestrian lane.
Chocolat. Oooh...! I so like this. We only got to have one flavored wine or liquor chocolate each. The guy who assisted didn't seem to be happy that we were only getting free stuff that was why I decided to buy a piece of Milk Cashew and it was so good and we shared it together. It cost me $2.71, a little pricey for a small piece of chocolate, but it was really worth it.
Hill Country Amish. This place got an amazing selection of furnitures and they were made of authentic wood, leather, and metal. They also had organic food like jam, jelly, marmalade, seasonings, snacks, and more. The guy at the store gave us a trivia about yeast, like once you made that kind of yeast you have to take care of it because it is a living microorganism. I thought he was joking about it, but turned out he was dead serious about it, and we really appreciate the new information we learned from him.
Pioneer Museum. If you want to explore all the parts of the museum, there was an entrance fee of 12 per adult. We were pretty satistified in the museum shop and reception area that we decided not to exlpore that whole area. They got an interesting collection of old photos and quilted products, all from the time of German settlement in the city.
Pioneer Memorial Library. We like going to the libraries, so we didn't miss this chance to check out the library at the downtown. They also had a store of used books. I got a copy of a book Murakami just by donating a dollar. That's such a steal! I am glad to finally try a book of his. But unfortunately, I forgot the map with all the notes on the table of the room with all the books for sale. My bad. We tried getting it back but it was already closed when we remember about the map.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church. After checking if we could get the maps with notes, which was a failed attempt, we came across a magnificent structure, it was an old church. My boyfriend was fascinated and we were able to see outside only although we tried or I tried opening the doors, unfortunately they were all closed. According to my research, it was one of the oldest churches in Fredericksburg.
Marktplatz von Fredericksburg. This was a park where we sat down and ate the baked goodies I got from the Old German Bakery & Restaurant. The German Sausage Jalapeno bread had this German sausage and it was thick and hard but in a good way, and we really liked it. The Blueberry Cheese Danish was not too sweet which was a good thing and the blueberry jam and cheesee went perfectly tasty. There was also an Art Sale at the park and I assumed they were all independent artist.
Rustlin' Rob's Texas Gourmet Food. Oooh...! This food shop was just amazing. They were so generous with the free tasting of their products. They had jam, jelly, marmalade, butte, pickled fruits and veggies, meat, sauces, and seasonings. The experience was the best. We were already full that we didn’t have to eat lunch. Good marketing strategy Rustlin' Rob!
National Museum of the Pacific War. This building got my attention because it had words like Philippine Sea, Luzon, and Mindanao on its walls. It was not a surprise since my home country became part of the Pacific War, which was a sad part of our history. For us to fully explore all the parts of the museum, a 20 fee was required. We needed to decide whether if it was worth to pay that amount given that we only had thirty (30) minutes left. We got there late and we decided to forego the idea and maybe try it another time. According to the staff, it would require at least two (2) hours to enjoy and explore the place. The shop an reception area were the only part we got to explore and it was still fun. We discovered books at the shop about accounts of how the Philippines became part of the Pacific War. It was mind blowing that there were writers who dedicated their time to tell stories about the Philippines, and I am glad. There was also a coin machine at the museum and I didn’t want to miss this chance to get a engraved coin souvenir. It was always fun to get to try one of those in every place that I visit.
It was a fun and purposeful experience. Thank you for planning this for my birthday! There are still a lot to explore, a second trip to Fredericksburg may not be a bad idea.
the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
Notes: Some photos are by my boyfriend.
Are you ready for my new book baby? 📚 I have prepared something for y’all. I am glad to announce that I am going to be releasing a new book baby on my birthday month. I hope you are excited because I am.
My mind gave birth to a collection of poems for the past few year. The poetry book is entitled “The Restless Mind”. It is a collection of my sentiments in life, somewhere in my early thirties.
I dwell inside my mind, more than in the outside world. It might leave positive or negative impression how my mind works. I am an introvert and I am comfortable being with myself. But I always want to be with the my most favorite person in the world right now. I always want and need to be with him. Proximity might not permit that all the time and I try to cope with it and pray for it.
In the book “The Restless Mind,” I shared my thoughts and emotions in situations that I struggled with in my early thirties. I need to let them out. I need to write them, so they will not accumulate in my mind and soul. Some thoughts and emotions can be disgusting, but I would like to believe that there are some good things dwells in my mind.
Book Blurb
Am I just grumbling?Endlessly complaining?I confess.I repent.But is it enough
I would like to share this book to all of you. For you to know that you are not alone, that there are people who struggle with these thoughts and emotions like you, and that they can be overcome and they will pass. They will not stay on you, with prayers and cry to God, everything shall pass. You will receive peace from God as He declutter all the unnecessary baggage you have in your life that will not serve a purpose in fulfilling your God-given purpose.
I hope and pray you find inspiration as you read my new book which is scheduled to be released on April 13, 2025. I hope you look forward to it and find a glimpse of hope in it.
Book Covers of The Restless Mind
Please look forward to my new book. I will be posting on how and where you can a get a free e-book copy of The Restless Mind. I hope and pray you are having a blessed week. Until next time! 🤗🙏🙌
April is my birthday month! Happy birthday y’all April babies! 🤗 How is life treating you right now? Are we still good? Well, I hope and pray that you’re in the best shape of your life. I hope and pray you keep on fighting despite all the trying. I hope and pray you can see hope in hopeless situations.
And for my birthday month, I am giving away some of my written books. I am hoping and praying these books will give hope and inspired you to continue with life and pursue God in your life. Life is easier with God. Seek Him. Obey Him. Abide in Him. And He will be with You.
I am in the testing season, crying season, and most of all in the trusting season. People may fail you, but God will never. He can turn our bad situation into a good one. Nothing is impossible when we trust in Him.
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits,
I hope and pray we continue to seek and trust in God through Jesus who gives us strength. May we continue to see the unconditional love He gave us through Jesus, His only begotten Son. I know it is not easy right now, but God knows what is the best for us. May we continue to lean toward His direction. May God provide wisdom, love, patience, strength, guidance, and our daily bread to continue to live our purpose in this life. I pray all these and let us surrender everything to the LORD. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
I hope you are inspired to live the best time of your life only through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. I hope and pray that in these uncertainties you are experiencing right now, may we realize that God is certain. We are certain that God allows the challenges in our lives for good and not for worst. Trust Him, trust the process.
Here’s the link of one of the free e-books I plan to share on my birthday month. I hope and pray this brings inspiration to your life. A special shout out to all April babies out there, happy blessed birthday!
Spring is here! It is the season where everything blooms and blossoms. Who wouldn’t want spring season? Personally, it is my favorite season out of all of the seasons. Flowers are out and the greens are starting to pop in the scenery!
This season inspires me to create a coloring book. Flowers and coloring are two of my favorite things in life. Sight seeing a bed of flowers is a feast for my eyes and coloring flowers in a coloring book is a hobby I really enjoy all the time.
You may download a free copy of the coloring book by clicking the link below:
Just give me a shout out if you are having difficulty downloading the book and I’ll give my best shot to help. Have fun! Color your life!
“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell youthat not even Solomon in all his splendorwas dressed like one of these.
The Screwtape Letters is the second book I read from C.S. Lewis. I was captivated by his intellectual and spiritual approach to writing. His portrayal of the devils in the form of Screwtape was riveting and intriguing. At the beginning of my reading journey, I was curious about how the story would unfold and a little confused about the letter-formatted passages, but excited at the same time about how the story would take me for another ride.
A Masterpiece of Satire on Hell’s Latest Novelties and Heaven’s Unanswerable AnswerC.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters has entertained and enlightened readers the world over with its sly and ironic portrayal of human life and foibles from the unique vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to “Our Father Below.” At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, C.S. Lewis gives us the correspondence of the wordly-wise devil to his nephew Wormwood, a novice demon in charge of securing the damnation of an ordinary young man. The Screwtape Letters is the most engaging account of temptation—and triumph over it—ever written.
This is also the second book I finished reading in the year 2025. Nowadays, it is difficult to read. There are a lot of things that are happening in my life right now, but I can only do so little. I tried to stay with the book to keep me company. I am glad I got to finish the book, at last. I enjoyed the book since it talks about human nature to sin or to get entrapped in a situation he willfully or not willfully created for himself where it may feel like there is nowhere to go or to run to. It is that kind of situation that is hopeless and pestered by fear and doubt.
The devils are cunning and fallen creatures and they will try their best to plague this world. I pray to God above to help me in my journey in life. I am having difficulty now and the devil seems to be celebrating. I hope to endure this situation and succeed victoriously in life. I thank God for the wisdom and hope He planted in me and for all the people He sent on my way, the good and the bad.
This book is the kind I would like to keep if I have a library of my own and probably read it more than once.
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
I was a fourth wheel in a parents and son trip. My boyfriend's parents were kind to let me tag along on the Gruene, Texas trip. Thank you. I enjoyed it!
Gently resisting change since 1872.
When I heard Gruene, Texas, I thought it was spelled as 'Green' and it turned it was not. Tada! It was one of the coolest places I visited in the US. I am fond of the downtown vibes and Gruene downtown did let me down. I am glad the government continue to preserve and take care of the place.
Originally settled over a century ago, Gruene is a snapshot of Texas culture and history come-to-life. With 15 walkable acres designated a National Historic District, visitors can shop, dine, and dance within the walls of the original township buildings.The ideal balance of preservation and progress, Gruene Historic District is a Texas travel industry darling for good reason. From tacos to onion rings, antiques to cowboy hats, and Americana music to blues, every doorway leads you to something unforgettable. Gruene is for people who love good music, fun times, and old things!
Cool places we visited in Gruene, Texas:
Gruene Outfitters. It has a lot of cool stuffs for the wild. From shirts to fishing rod, the store has a lot to offer for you to be born to be wild.
The Pomegranate. It has a lot of girly things and they are little pricey. There was a sale but I did not get any that I might need.
Gruene Hat Company. Yeehaw hats for y'all! I tried one hat and it fell on the floor a few minutes after I hanged it back on the hook. My bad! I thought I embarassed my boyfriend and his parents because of what happened because he asked me to move on to the next store hehe
Greune Antique Company. Lots of old, vintage, and curious stuff and memorabilia were in the store. Wow!
Cotton Eyed Joe's. It is a souvenir shop for y'all! I got a small pocket keychain kinfe for my father.
Gruene General Store. My boyfriend and I tried a lot of different peanut butter spread with free itsy bitsy crackers too. Free taste is for the go always y'all! My favorite was salted caramel paenut butter. Yum! I also tried the coin vending machine souvenir at this store. I forgot what it was called, I have to asked my boyfriend.
Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar. We had our lunch at Gristmill and I ordered Chicken Fried Steak with Original Round Cut Fries. It was so good, but they could make the fries crispy. My boyfriend got BBQ Ribs and I got a taste of it. Yum! His mom ordered the same as mine but had green beans on the side, and it was also good in all fairness, and it provided the additional fiber I needed. Yay! Healthy! hehe His father got a burger and fries. The weather was getting cold and it was expected since there was a storm warning. It was winter season after all.
The Company Store. It was another souvenir shop we went to and I noticed on the informational brochure that the store was not listed there. Probably, a new shop. They had shirts, caps, and Christmas tree ornaments.
Gruene Hall. The Texas Oldest Dance Hall, y'all! It looked so olds and there was a lot of framed pictures on the wall of singers and actors who performed songs and shot a film. My boyfriend and I got to dance on the hall and it was a silly-sweet dance, that was so much fun!
The Great Texas Pecan Candy Co. They all got varieties of candied pecan. The store staff handed us free pecans for tasting. Yum! I ended up buying Pecan Beer Nuts. Yum! I thought it had beer, but when I read the ingredients it only had pecan, salt, and sugar.
The Black Smith. The name spoke for itself. The store had tools made out of metal. They forged most of their products on sale. They had knives, bags, and accessories.
San Marcos Premium Outlet. Last stop was the outlet. I did not buy any and my boyfriend got two books from BAM which stood for Books A Million. They had a lot of books and a huge manga collection. Yippie! Yey!
Then he said to them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.”
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