Author Archives: Spirit Moments

Musings on Fathers’ Day

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Spirit Moments

The curfew tolls the knell of parting day, The lowing herd wind slowly o’er the lea The plowman homeward plods his weary way, And leaves the world to darkness and to me. Thomas Grey One of the joys of coming … Continue reading →

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True Love Allows for Mistakes

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Spirit Moments

A man and woman fall in love, decide to stay in love with each other and swear fidelity for the rest of their lives to that bond that gives them stability and certainty in an unstable and uncertain world. A … Continue reading →

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A Successful Marriage Is A Decision

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Spirit Moments

I have received countless blessings in my life. And the greatest of these is my marriage to Anabelle. Our good friend Cora once told me that I can’t start counting my blessing unless I start with Anabelle. And those words … Continue reading →

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Reconciliation

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Spirit Moments

I grew up during the heat of the Cold War, which pitted democratic countries, led by the US, against the communist bloc, led by the USSR. The relationship between the two blocs was one of stark confrontation. Their strategy in … Continue reading →

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Visions

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Spirit Moments

One of the most inspiring persons I have worked with is Dr. Alran Bengzon. After decades of dedicated work, he is finally leaving service with the Ateneo. He first came in as Dean of the Graduate School of Business. Not … Continue reading →

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Proclaiming the Good News

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Last night, Anabelle and I saw the new movie ‘The Internship’ for our regular Monday movie date. It is about two ‘old’ salesmen (in their 40’s) joining young nerds and geeks (in their 20’s) for a summer internship program at … Continue reading →

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Blessed Are We Who Have Been Given This Earthly Paradise

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying: ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ‘Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ‘Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit … Continue reading →

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When I’m Down, I Look Up.

Posted on June 9, 2013 by Spirit Moments

When life’s burdens bend you down so that you only see the ground, lift your head up high and see how marvelous is the sky. Today I got a letter of thanks from a nephew for the “remote support and … Continue reading →

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Tears are the Language of the Heart

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Teacher Ciello, one of our good friends from the AGS, posted this update on her Facebook page about the first day of school: “A little boy was so upset this afternoon. He was really crying. He wanted to drink Milo … Continue reading →

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My Heart Beats For You

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Spirit Moments

The heart has always been the symbol of life and love. Life ceases when the heart stops beating. When I first experienced the thrill of love, it was through the stronger beatings of my heart that I become aware of … Continue reading →

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