This New Year, many enthusiasts would follow many Feng Shui rituals to become prosperous.  I only ask for five things: good health, inner peace, tranquility, happiness, and contentment. In December 31, 2009, I meditated on God’s words, which speaks to my heart and calm my confused mind.  Here are the lucky 8 numbers I learned from the year 2009:

1. The generous spirit of many people, even those without enough for themselves, can surprise and inspire us.
2. Sometimes I dwell much in the negative comments and ignore the positive remarks.
3. Serious adversities in life like ill health can make me more grateful for what I have.
4. Leaders would do well if they pray for the right kind of wisdom and leadership.
5. Placing my works in God’s hands can reduce my worry and stress.
6. God calls me by name, knows who I am and loves me in a unique way.
7. While I am looking for ideal someone to watch over me, only God can perfectly do so.
8. When grieving a loss this holiday season, I can connect to those who truly cares and gives me comfort.

The night before January first, I only do some simple stuffs. My dad and I went to a Buddhist Temple located at the Narra Street as it is one of our family’s tradition since I was a kid. At that time, I have a troubled heart, but Buddha answered my prayers.

As a thanksgiving, my dad and I went to the Blessed Sacrament at San Lorenzo Basilica to pray solemnly the Holy Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet.  We are not the family of saints but only have good relationship with God.   As I follow the lucky 8 reflections from 2009, I can live to the fullest this 2010.