Jill and the Books Talk

All these years I came to realize that life is too beautiful to waste on trivial pursuit of people and things that deprive one from experiencing inner peace and joy. A beautiful life is not perfect but we can make the most out of it by choosing to look at a glass of water half full instead of half empty.  Want to live life to the fullest?  Choose to honor God in everything that you do. It will be easier to decide on things. Learn to receive love and reciprocate. Don't be afraid to let go of relationships and friendships that do not make you a better person. Pray for the people who weigh you down. Allow God to work in you individually and separately then trust Him for restoration at the right time.  Take care of your health. Your bank account is connected to it. For when you get sick, you will need money and unable to make more money. Be grateful for all blessings that come your way whether big or small instead of whining over things you don't ha

Spent a few days in hibernation with my two best friends. In a captivating haven surrounded by exotic flora and lush greenery where nature is glorified at its finest making one feel as if time stood still - Sonya's Secret Garden. Renewed my inner self and found joy in the art of doing nothing.  Rediscovered the lost art of conversation while going on digital detox.  Fed my soul and nourished my body. Experienced the healing power of touch which took me to the blissful state of complete rest. And finally met the woman who is the epitome of class and aging gracefully - Ms. Sonya Garcia. Through our morning conversation, we have discovered that we had a penchant for the same things such as novels, authors, old movies, embroidered linen, white, writing, dogs, afternoon tea and fine bone china. To quote her words: "We are kindred spirits!" as we delightfully showed

Are you struggling with your health, finances or relationships? I hope my story will help you find peace amidst the storm you are going through. It’s been 7 weeks since I got discharged from the hospital. But how I got there in the first place is not a pleasant thing to reminisce.  Discharged after 3 nights in the hospital! Discharged! Here with my mom and aunt I have been experiencing symptoms which led me to suspect that I had a problem with my gallbladder. However, I ignored them because I was somehow in denial and was just praying for a miracle until that fateful Wednesday night when I had to face the truth. Severe abdominal pain radiating to my spine and lower back coupled with tea-colored urine was more than enough to tell me that my condition was getting worse. The ordeal I went through was not a joke nor was it minor in nature. I was in severe pain, my liver enzymes were deranged, liver cells were damaged due to the obstruction of a crowning stone and s