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Beautiful Fall



Oh how I've missed writing from the depths of my soul... I tried several times but I just couldn't bring myself to express my thoughts until now. Days flew by so fast. Everything seemed to be a blur these past few months of being caught up with the happy and hectic pace of my everyday life. 

 I went back to the States last month. It was brief yet so full of blessings. It is during these times when I'm away all by myself that I could really take time to ponder on how much God loves me as well as appreciate the people and simple things I usually take for granted. 

 Whether everything is perfect or things don't seem to fall into the right places, seek solitude. Take a moment to reflect. 

 Close your eyes. Breathe. Empty your heart. Pray.  Allow yourself to bask in the glory of God. Enjoy the silence and listen to the gentle voice that whispers in your heart. 

When you're all calm and ready to embrace everything God has to offer, slowly open your eyes. You will see things from a different perspective and agree with me that indeed life is beautiful.

 Did I ever mention that fall is my favorite season?

 The vibrant colors and the beauty of autumn remind me so much of how beautiful God is. 
Coming from a tropical country, I felt butterflies in my stomach as I looked out the window and once again saw the beauty of the fall season. On board Cathay Pacific before landing at the O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, IL. Nice to be back in this windy city after 6 long years.

I woke up the next day and saw this fiery red tree outside my window at the Holiday Inn.


Spent a few days in Alpharetta, GA. Back in Georgia after 5 long years.

Atlanta, Georgia (October 2014)

Fall pink and polka.
Downtown Atlanta by night. View from my room at the Hilton Atlanta.

"While the earth remains, Seedtime and harvest, And cold and heat, And summer and winter, And day and night Shall not cease." 

 Genesis 8:22

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