Hello everyone!
Hope all are safe and well! ❤️🙏
It's been a year now since I last gifted myself a solo travel experience, especially one as special as El Nido, Palawan. I still remember the joy of stepping foot in that paradise, with its crystal clear waters, breathtaking landscapes, and friendly locals. That trip wasn’t just a birthday celebration, it was a reminder of what it means to feel free, alive, and grateful.
And Exploring the majestic Underground River is a dream come true. It was my own treat to myself, something I had worked hard for and truly looked forward to. ❤️
Solo travel is not always easy, but during that time, I felt so full. Full of life, full of appreciation, and full of peace. The memories I made there, especially being surrounded by nature’s wonder, will always stay in my heart. ❤️☺️
But life has its seasons.
Not every year will be the same. Not every birthday will be spent in an island paradise. There will be times when we can afford to treat ourselves, and there will be times when we simply can’t. This year is different. Right now, I’m jobless. I have no savings left. Bills are piling up, and debts are knocking at my door. It’s not the most ideal time, not even close. But it’s real. 🙏
And yet, I choose to believe that this too shall pass. 🙏
Life has taught me that nothing is permanent. We may have plenty today and little tomorrow but the same way things can go downhill, they can also turn around when we least expect it. That hope is what keeps me going. That faith is what reminds me that I’ve overcome so much already, and I’ll get through this season too. 🙏
I’ve come to understand that being down doesn’t mean you’re out. Being broke doesn’t mean you’re broken. We may pause, we may cry, we may even feel like giving up but as long as we keep moving, even slowly, we’re still going forward. 💪🙏
This season of uncertainty has made me appreciate life in its simplest form. The small things like a message from family and friend, a hot cup of coffee in the morning, a quiet walk under the sky. And while I can't afford a birthday getaway this time, I still have something worth celebrating such as the life, resilience, and the strength to start again. 💪🙏
I’m also deeply grateful that I’m back hiving. Hive has truly been a blessing in this chapter of my life. Despite everything I’m going through, I still have earnings because of Hive. It may not be big, but it helps. And for that, I’m thankful. I’m happy that Hive continues to support me in ways I didn’t expect, and I’m genuinely touched by the kindness and encouragement I receive from the Hive community. ☺️❤️
So to anyone going through a hard time, you're not alone. Not being fortunate right now doesn’t define your future. Hold on. Keep going. Things may be heavy now, but one day soon, you’ll look back and realize how far you’ve come. 💪🙏
I believe better days are coming, not just for me, but for all of us. 💪🙏
Until then, I keep moving forward. One step, one prayer, one hope at a time. ❤️🙏💪
Have a Blessed Thursday everyone! 😀😀😀💖💖💖
Thank You Lord for the blessings and love!
Be grateful in every little/simple things and you’ll find happiness you ever wanted! 😀😀😀
Everyday is worth to be grateful of!
Praying for the safety and wellness of all.
Heal Our Land Oh God!
Lovelots,
@shikika