Monthly Archives: August 2019

Jeremiads Over A Failed Revolution

Posted on August 21, 2019 by Spirit Moments

On August 21, 1983, many of the streets of Manila were festooned with yellow ribbons to welcome back Ninoy Aquino from his exile in the US. History was made that day when he was assassinated while getting off the plane … Continue reading →

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Poverty as a Choice

Posted on August 20, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Two days ago, Jesus declared: “Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth?  No, I tell you, but rather division.”  Yesterday, he told the young man: “If you wish to be perfect, go, sell what … Continue reading →

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Sell What You Have And Follow

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Spirit Moments

There can be three levels of defining our relationship with others and the world. There is ownership: I have possessions, I can even have a family and children. Ownership is good but it can give way to selfishness and acquisitiveness. … Continue reading →

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Making Space

Posted on August 18, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Even a barren desert can be full of life. There is reason for hope even in the wilderness. If I were so full of myself, how could there be space for anybody else in my life? If I were filled … Continue reading →

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Families As Oases Of Love

Posted on August 17, 2019 by Spirit Moments

We live in a secular and open society. Everything is up for questioning and subject to challenge. Because nothing is sacred anymore. No more absolute values or norms. On the one hand, I welcome this for it has meant freedom … Continue reading →

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Love And Marriage, Once More

Posted on August 16, 2019 by Spirit Moments

When God commanded men to have dominion over all the earth, they took it to heart. Over the ages men have carved out mountains, redirected rivers, reclaimed land from the sea, made the desert bloom. In the process, they have … Continue reading →

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The Colors Of Grace

Posted on August 15, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Today is the great feast of Mary, she whom the angel hailed as full of grace so full of grace Elizabeth declared her as blessed among all women. I am doing my morning prayers and I am asking for my … Continue reading →

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Aloneness and Togetherness

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Life is a constant flux and rhythm of being alone and getting together. I love my alone moments. I treasure my being alone with myself and being alone with God. I need these moments to be in touch with who … Continue reading →

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Let The Children . . .

Posted on August 13, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Children are a blessing. No one and nothing can give us more joys and happiness. Babies evoke the deepest love from those around them. Nothing can be sweeter-smelling than a baby’s breathe. Nothing softer or smoother than a baby’s skin. … Continue reading →

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“Yesterday” – The Movie

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Anabelle and I finally got to see the movie “Yesterday”. The basic premise of the movie is very preposterous and I couldn’t start imagining my life without it. What if we wake up one morning and no one remembers the … Continue reading →

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