12/12/12

Yesterday was 12/12/12 and since that day only comes once in a lifetime, I wanted to make it meaningful. 

We went to attend my son's school at Perpetual Help Las Piñas for their Christmas Carolfest and I was more excited about their Floating Sky Lanterns afterwards. Of course we had to show support for his dance and watch all the levels present their Christmas number, but it was so worth it since I have't seen a floating sky lantern event before. They turned off all the lights in the soccer field and lighted the lanterns and released one by one. Breathtaking. Of course *sigh* that makes me feel all romantic too (think Tangled).

Anyway I really needed that kind of release and liberation in my life right now. Seeing those lanterns fly away makes me think of my life's direction and purpose for the next year. How I want to forget all the negative thoughts I've had since what happened 2 years ago. I told my husband  I am ready to forgive, forget and move on. If God gives second chances, who am I not to? Why should I let this ruin the rest of my life or make me bitter?

I have so much plans for 2013. My own business, quitting my 9-5 job, renewing this blog, more time for family and people that matter. I can't do that with baggage or any resentment in me. So whoever you are, I forgive you. And myself, too, for being so hard on myself. I will let go and free myself. Just like the lantern flying away, I will keep that light shining in me so that I will fulfill the purpose God has for my life.