UNoriginal title up there, huh? Oh well…I’ve never really been good at coming up with creative words of art anyway.
So how was it?
By normal human standard, I would say it was boring. While everybody else was at the beach or places analogous to the foregoing to have some fun and sun, I was cooped up in my room, typing away for the love of my job. Yes, U.S. doctors’ clinics were open on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, which meant that Philippine-based moi had work coming in until Black Saturday. They had the usual number of patients too. There will also be the usual weekend hospital account that will come in on our “Araw ng Kagitingan.” So, I guess any dream vacation I want to have will have to wait until the 4th of July–I usually am “jobless” at that time of the year.
I also did something very strange. I actually bid my Multiply contacts farewell for three days–that, following days and days of cheerful/zany quips and exchanges. My reason? I thought it that the Holy Week was a perfect time for all of us to get some peace and quiet so as to better appreciate the solemnity and the meaning of the season. It was also a good exercise in patience for me to hold back on making smart-aleck remarks for a change despite the fun that comes with such exchanges.
Now, the strangest part is that for the first time in years, I looked forward to Easter as much as I did New Year’s Day. After all, isn’t Easter about REBIRTH? A new life given to us by the grace of God through His Son, Jesus Christ. Okay, I won’t go any preachier that that. Suffice to say that it was indeed like a new beginning for me. I was also into making new plans and resolutions like I would do for the New Year.
For the past three days after I was done with my usual workload, I found myself listing things that I would like to do and the things that I need to do to reorganize my life (it’s a mess the way it is…:D). I also found time to go through the contents of my computer. I deleted a few FTPs that I no longer use. I also sorted hundreds of photos. I burned a few CDs worth of them and sent some to Flickr to declog my hard disk drive. I also organized and uploaded photos for a new site (Multiply again for ease of use) that will be dedicated to my Beagle kennel–I have been planning for this kennel for at least the past two years.
I also spent a few more hours in quiet meditation and reflection–time that I would normally spend online chatting or checking my Multiply sites. I felt a whole lot more peaceful afterwards. Perhaps I have been spending too many hours online…this is not always productive in my case as I am still quite technologically challenged.
This is the first time in years that I did not spend the Holy Week outside of home, but I must say that this has been a most productive, albeit quiet, week for me. True, I was stuck at home the whole time, but it was time well spent. It is the first time in many years that I realized the coming of Easter is a New Beginning in every sense of the word.
Happy Easter, Everyone!
Sounds more like Spring cleaning for me. Which reminds me of this morning. I gathered all my dirty items for laundry and when Mom saw me, she made a comment that she’s not washing clothes this day – Holy Saturday. I said, “just leave it there, I just want to get rid of them in my room.” I know back there, we don’t do anything fun or heavy work during the Holy Week. But before I left, I saw her gathering her dirty clothes/linens for washing.
It sure was, except maybe I should call it summer cleaning as we only have two seasons here. 😀 If I had more time on my hands, I’d probably do a bit more household chores. I guess I’m still a bit used to not doing much on Holy Week. I missed the Visita Iglesia though.
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Visita Iglesia one I would like to do one time I’m there. We have a lot of historical churches.
Dear Sally,
That’s what I’ve noticed that you’re so quiet but after reading how you spent your Vacation or should I say ” The Holiest Moment of My Life” more on the reflection and meditation side of it. I admire you for taking the time away from computer specially Holy Week. Welcome back and good to see the Angel is Back, spread your wings and wear that sweet smile…….Happy Easter To You and Your family..God Bless and please take care lagi…
Sincerely,
Val
Welcome back on-line. SO you had your “blog fast” pala, that explains your silence.
Happy Easter, Jeus is Alive!
Hi, Val.
I wasn’t able to completely stay away from the computer because of the kind of work I do, but a fews days off from my main Multiply account was good enough to refresh my mind and recharge my spirit. It was also a test of patience since I did miss the guys and gals there for a few days.
God Bless!
Sally
Hi, Sonnie.
I like the term, “blog fast.” :))
You’re right. In a way, that was fasting.
Have a great Easter Sunday with your family! 🙂