The Sixth Year!

  

 The Sixth Year and still going!

August 2 is the Anniversary Date of this blog.  Though today is already the  18th. But still a great day to celebrate! With what has been happening in the world nowadays, whoever and whatever has reached today must celebrate. Not all reached TODAY!

First, I want to thank you, those who still keeps on following or maybe peeping on, once in a while in this blog. As long as you are there, The Pen lives. You are the breath, so to speak.

To celebrate the Sixth Year, let me share with you some of Edgar Cayce's writings I have collected from a little book of his, given to me by a friend long time ago. 

" Think NEVER that the opportunities have passed; for ever is there set before thee a choice to make, and has always been given."

In other words, keep trying. You'll never know when the tide must turn. 

"...each soul has a mission in the earth, and is in expression a manifestation of the thought of God, of the First Cause. Thus all stand upon an equal basis before Him. Then, ye have no right to condemn self or to judge others." 

"Be glad you have the opportunity to be alive at this time, and to be a part of that preparation for the coming influences of a spiritual nature that must rule the world."

"Then, do not count any condition lost. Rather make each the stepping-stone to higher things, remembering that God does not allow us to be tempted beyond that we are able to bear and comprehend, if we will but make our wills one with His."

"Study to know thy self in relationship to that ye choose as thy ideal. And let that ideal be set in Him, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Light."

"For to hold grudges, to hold malice, to hold those things that create or bring contention, only builds the barrier to prevent thy own inner self enjoying peace and contentment."

 "KEEP THAT FAITH... do not let those things which may not in the present be understood weary thy soul, but to know that sometime, somewhere, you, too, will understand. KEEP THE FAITH. 

Let's remember A Psalm of David: To our Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God:

 

                                                        PSALM 23

 

                                         The Lord is my shepherd, I shall lack nothing.

                                        He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads

                                        me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul.

                                        He guides me in paths of righteousness for his

                                         name's sakes. Even though I walk through the

                                        valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, 

                                        for you are with me; your rod, and your staff , they

                                        comfort me.

                                        You prepare a table before me in the presence of

                                        my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup

                                        overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me 

                                        all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house

                                        of the Lord forever.   

 

May the blessings, guidance and protection of God, be with you all! I mean, be with us all. 😉💐

 

HELLO!

Writing is like a moment's attack of ideas, thoughts and words on my brain that flows directly to my pen. Yes. I am an old-fashioned type. I use my precious Pen to write my drafts. That is why I honor it here, my best pen.

This blog is my medium of sharing some creative short stories I have written.  I make it clear, creative. Creation from my own imaginative mind of stories that may seem ordinary, similar or whatever it can be for a reader. Some of them have already been shared in my Facebook page named Simple-Me. They are in video forms under the collection of The Writer Series. Here you'll find the complete series plus other intermission posts, and more,  if you are interested enough to follow.

  

 

 

 

 

About Me

 

Most people know me as Beth, with the letters "th" pronounced in English. But in the country I live in, the letter "h" isn't pronounced. Sometimes, I need to repeat and explain my name's pronunciation with the letter "h". The purpose is the same, say my name. So, I'm Bet(h).

 

As Beth, I'm no one special to the world. But this world has special people to me. The Writer Series Stories you read on this site are all my works, including other stories and other posts unless stated if they aren't. 

 

You see, I like to write. I love to write whenever I feel like! It can be edited or unedited, grammatically correct or not. Anyway, online document apps are available and whatever mistakes there are, especially in spelling, you can freely blame it on them. Let technology do its job.😉

 

I have studied Journalism in my high school days. My work has pleased our teacher. I was sent to participate in a short literary contest for the City High School Division. It was my first and only one, but has left a mark on my memory and pride. I won! Well, it wasn't a place between first to third, but the forth. I was told it was lucky enough for a beginner. Then, I was recommended by my teacher to Teachers Contribution Magazine at that time, and another magazine or two as a Contributor. I was accepted by them. I just don't remember anymore the name of the other two magazines. I started to earn some money. I was advised by my teacher to continue writing and dedicate to short stories for a start then to work my way up to become a novel writer! That was too much to dream of for someone like me. I was only so pleased to meet my teacher's expectation on assignments given me based on trust and belief in my talent. I like that!

 

Life or destination has driven me to a different future. I graduated with a different degree. A degree in college I have just applied and worked for a time.

 

Well, this Beth here, just writes to be "happy and free!". 

With The Pen as my ally,  my aim is just to write out all those thoughts of ideas, stories or whatever crap you might call that are begging to be passed through a pen, draft them out on a paper then drag them to the site. Something similar with Simple-Me, my Facebook Page of sharing and companionship, aiming to help and love one another.

 

Elizabeth Gilbert, a famous best seller novel writer, writes and just wants to be "finished" as she put it in an interview with Marie Forleo, a life coach and web television host. Well, The Pen feels the same. 

Check for more: 

The Pen (Url: simplewriterseries.blogspot.com)

 Facebook Page : SIMPLE - ME

 

 

 

Thank you for dropping by. Stay tuned for more.

 

 @simplemethepen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Los Diez Mandamientos (Decálogo)

 

 Los Diez Mandamientos

Los Diez Mandamientos

 YO soy el Señor, tu Dios;

  1) Amarás a Dios sobre todas las cosas;

  2) No tomarás el nombre de Dios en vano;

  3) Sanctificarás las fiestas;

  4) Honrarás a tu padre y a tu madre;

  5) No matarás;

  6) No cometerás adulterio;

  7) No robarás;

  8) No dirás falso testimonio ni mentiras;

  9) No consentirás pensamientos ni deseos impuros;

10) No codiciarás los bienos ajenos.   

 

 

 

 

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The 15 Promises of Mary

 

 

 

Hi there again! 

Once in the past, I had the opportunity to know New York, USA. It was just a few hours of stay of our cruise ship in New York. 

As part of my self imposed obligation, my first intention to visit a place is where to find the nearest catholic church. One of the most beautiful thing that happened to me is to find a light blue bookmark that has the picture of the Virgen Mary and the following contents. 

So here, I share with you. First, I share my Paint app made to make it more beautiful to share. Then, I wrote it down again for the purpose of Google translation tool for all those countries that do not speak english.  

 

The Fifteen Promises of Mary to Christians 

To Those Who Recite the Rosary 

(Given to Saint Dominic and Blessed Alan) 

 1.   Whoever shall  faithfully serve me by the recitation of the rosary, shall receive signal graces.

2.   I promise my special protection and the greatest graces to all those who shall recite the rosary.

3.   The rosary shall be a powerful armour against hell, it will destroy vice, decrease sin, and defeat heresies.

4.   It will cause virtue and good works to flourish; it will obtain for souls the abundant mercy of God; it will withdraw the hearts of  men from the love of the world and its vanities, and will lift them to the desire of eternal things. Oh, that souls would sanctify themnselves by this mean.

5.   The soul which recommends itself to me by the recitation of the rosary, shall not perish-

6.   Whoever shall recite the rosary devoutly, applying himself to the consideration of its sacred mysteries shall never be conquered by misfortune. God will not chastise him in His justice, he shall not perish by an unprovided death; if he be just he shall remain the grace of God, and become worthy of eternal life.

7.   Whoever shall have a true devotion for the rosary shall not die without the sacraments of the Church.

8.   Those who are faithful to recite the rosary shall have during their life and at their death the ligth of God and the plentitude of His graces; at the moment of death they shall participate in the merits of the saints in paradise.

9.    I shall deliver from purgatory those who have been devoted to the rosary.

10.  The faithful children of the rosary shall merit a high degree of glory in heaven.

11.  You shall obtain all you ask of me by the recitation of the rosary.

12.  All those who propagate the holy rosary shall be aided by me in their necessities.

13.   I have obtained from my Divine Son that all the advocates of the rosary shall have for intercessors the entire celestial court during their life and at the hour of death.

14.   All who recite the rosary are my sons, and brothers of my only son Jesus Christ.

15.  Devotion of my rosary is a great sign of predestination.  

 

(Imprimatur: Patrick J. Hayes, D.D. Archibishop of New York)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Mas Cerca Que Nunca

 

 

  

 PARA TI, HERMANO/HERMANA , FUERZA Y FE .

 

 

The Day of the Lord

 

Below I share with you, 1 Thessalonians 5, taken from the Scriptures, with the Biblegateway site as reference. 

"Now, brothers and sisters, about times and dates we do not need to write to you, for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying, 'Peace and safety,' destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.

But you, brothers and sisters, are not in darkness so that this day should surprise you like a thief. You are all children of the light and children of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness. So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be awake and sober. For those who sleep, sleep at night, and those who get drunk, get drunk at night. But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on faith and love as a breastplate, and the hope of salvation as a helmet. For God did not appoint us to suffer wrath but to receive salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ. He died for us so that, whether we are awake or asleep, we may live together with him. Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.

Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone. Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

Do not quench the Spirit. Do not treat prophecies with contempt but test them all; hold on to what is good, reject every kind of evil.

May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.

Brothers and sisters, pray for us. Greet all God's people with a holy kiss. I charge you before the Lord to have this letter read to all the brothers and sisters.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

@simplemethepen

The Seventh Seal

Back here again! This time let's take a look at the Seventh Seal mentioned in Revelation of the Holy Scriptures (as revealed to Saint John while he was in prison)

The First Trumpet

"... A third of the earth was burned up, a third of the trees were burned up, and all the green grass was burned up." - Revelation 8:7

The Second Trumpet

"... a third of the living creatures in the sea died, and a third of the ships were destroyed." - Revelation 8:9

The Third Trumpet

" the name of  the star is Wormwood (blazing like torch that fell from the sky). A third of the waters turned bitter, and many people died from the waters that had become bitter." Revelation 8:11

The Fourth Trumpet

"The fourth angel sounded his trumpet, and a third of the sun was struck, a third of the moon, and a third of the stars, so that a third of them turned dark, - A third of the day was without light, and also a third of the night." - Revelation 8:12

The Fifth Trumpet

"... a star that had fallen from the sky to the earth... given the key to the shaft of Abyss. When he opened the Abyss, smoke rose from it like the smoke from a gigantic furnace. The sun and sky were darkened by the smoke from the Abyss. 

And out of the smoke locust came down upon the earth and were given power like that of scorpions of  the earth. 

They were told not to harm the grass of the earth or any plant or tree, but only those people who did not have the seal of God on their foreheads.

They were not given power to kill them, but only to torture them for five moths". - Revelation 9: 1-5

"The locust looked like horses prepared for battle. On their heads they wore something like crowns of gold, and their faces resembled human faces." - Revelation 9:7

"They had as king over them the angel of the Abyss, whose name in Hebrew is Abaddon, and in Greek, Apollyon." - Revelation 9:11

The Sixth Trumpet

"It is said to the sixth angel who had the trumpet, 'Release the four angels who are bound at the great river Euphrates."

And the four angels who had been kept ready for this very hour and day and month and year were released to kill a third of mankind.

The number of mounted troops were two hundred millions. I heard this number." - Revelation 9:14-16

"And the rest of mankind that were not killed by these plagues still did not repent of the work of their hands; they did not stop worshipping demons and idols of gold, silver, bronze, stone and wood - idols that cannot see or hear or walk."

"Nor did they repent of their murders, their magic arts, their sexual immorality or their thefts." - Revelation 9:20,21

The Seventh Trumpet

The seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and there were loud voices in heaven, which said:

"The kingdom of the world has become the Kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he will reign for ever and ever."

"And the twenty-four elders, who were seated on their thrones before God fell on their faces and worship God, saying: 

We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty, who is and who was, because you have taken your great power and have begun to reign.

The nations were angry; and your wrath has come. The time has come for judging the dead, and for rewarding your servants, the prophets and your saints and those who reverence your name, both small and great - and for destroying those who destroy the earth."

Then God's temple in heaven was opened, and within his tempe was seen the Ark of his Covenant. And there came flashes of lightning, rumblings, peals of thunder, an earthquake and a great hailstorm. -

Revelation 11: 16-19

"A great and wondrous sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head. - Revelation 12:1

"She gave birth to a son, a male child who will rule all the nations with an iron scepter. And her child was snatched up to God and to his throne."- Revelation 12:5

"And there was war in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. But he was not strong enough, and they lost their place in heaven."

"The great dragon was hurled down - that ancient serpent called the devil or Satan, who leads the world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him." - Revelation 12:7-9

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Keep That Faith

 

 

 Keep That Faith!

 The Pen will keep going for as long as God himself let it be, through Google, of course. Why I say this? Let me tell you then.

I notice that this blog reaches places I dont even expect them to reach that far. But then, something in my heart that actually has been running in my mind for some time, "Keep Going! Let me reach through you my love for your brothers and sisters all over the earth, for as much as I love you." It might sound weirdo of me or just being so imaginative that you can tag me, I dont care. I just believe that I do not own anything, not even my life. But my owner is my Creator. My Lord. My God. He has given us the talents to use them for what he ought us to do in according to His plans. So better obey and be blessed.

This article is being written, right after I have posted, A Prayer To End A Day. 

Everytime I visit my blog and see my last post of the Prayer To Begin A Day, the next question was: what about to end the day? Of course, I just shake my head and telling myself, "of course!" Haha. But then, I had not set myself to write in this blog. Then I visit the blog's statistics showing me the places where it has reached, at least, once. And my heart was touched, I almost wanted to cry. I have read about those places, which I chose not to mention but keep it to myself. 

I love reading, a lot. That includes the news all over the world. I have been more interested on how people live and how is their lives and beliefs if possible, in every corner of the world my internet service can reach. Most especially, of course, religiously. Then, forget them all anyway, especially when they are so discouraging and finding more and more people are lost.

Sometimes, I can even imagine how lonely is the Lord's face and how God, the Father, must have been hurt by alll that He can see on earth, on all His creations. But then, it isn't good to feel miserable on that. For there is the Lord who has said: "Behold! I conquer the world!". So, that's enough to give joy. 

Below I share with a verse in  1 Corinthians 10:13

"Every test that you have experienced is the kind that normally comes to people. But God keeps His promise, He will not allow you to be tested beyond your power to remain firm; at the time you are put to test, He will give you the strength to endure it, and so provide wtih a way out." 

 So if you find yourself in any situation of doubts, discouragements and losing self confidence, Take A Pause. Remember what Jesus has said and feel like Popeye, taking you spinach, to strengthen yourself again and Put That Smile back on your face, for PEACE, our Lord never leaves your heart and you're so lucky to find it out once again.

 As Harriet Beecher Stowe has said:

"When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hold on a minute longer, NEVER GIVE UP then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn. 

There you go the strikes of my fingers on my computer buttons the message of love of the Lord, our God. 

Sing out any pain if you can. "Where there is no anguish in the heart, there will be no great music on the lips." Those aren't my lines, but of of Karl Barth. Who is he? Who knows? Ask Google. haha. 

So, if you cannot sing, TRY SMILING! 

                                                        TRY  SMILING 

                    When the weather suits you not, Try Smiling;

                    When your heart is aching, Try Smiling;

                    When your friends don't do you right, Try Smiling;

                    Doesn't change the things, of course, Try Smiling;

                    But it cannot make them worst, Just Smiling

                    And it seems to help your case brighten a gloomy place

                    It surely brightens your face, Just Smiling.

 

Well, that's good advice isn't it? Unfortunately, the author was unknown to me. But to Try Smiling, is known to me as I have always tried to look for something funny as much as I can in everything so as to avoid wrinkles.

KEEP SMILING!

 

Always here with you,

@simplemethepen

 

 

Prayer To End A Day

 

 

As each day has started, it ends as well. It ended to give way to a new beginning. Here below, I share with you, A Prayer to End A Day. This is taken as well from a Marian Prayer Book. 

 

Dear Lord, 

As the brilliant colors of the sunset deepen and fade into the horizon, my day of activity fades as well. I cherish these quiet moments when I can reflect upon my day--how it began, and how it evolved, and what I made of the situations that came my way. 

I am grateful that my loved ones have had this day together, with ample food and shelter, and with the love of one another to lighten the day's burdens and magnify the day's joys. 

May we truly forgive one another's failings--the unkind words or forgotten thank you--that are not so important in the long run. 

May I have the courage to discuss the things that are important to my friends and relatives. 

I thank You for all the experiences this day has brought.  May I remember the good moments on future days when I need a positive boost.

Help me to grow past my mistakes and to develop strength for future challenges.

As the darkness closes in around me, Lord, I ask You to bless and protect my home and all who are dear to me.

May You enfold me in the peace of Your everlasting light as You did for Your mother, Mary.

 

Amen. 

 

 

Have a good and peaceful sleep to all.

 

 

@simplemethepen

 

 

Oh Feet!

 

Hi Again!

As we are on Holy Week, here below I share with you, The Great Praise of the Martyrs as uttered by the great Saint Cyprian as showed on ETWN Rome's Hidden Churches - a Lenten pilgrimage, narrated by Dr. Timothy O'Donnell, President of Christendom College (Eternal City - Rome)

The Great Praise of the Martyrs 

            Oh Feet, blessedly bound which are guided to paradise,

            in the way of salvation.

           Oh Feet, bound for the present time in the world that 

            they may be always free with the Lord.

            Oh Feet, lingering for a while among the fetters and 

            crossbars, but to run quickly to Christ on a glorious 

            road.

            Let cruelty, envious or malignant, hold you here in its 

            bonds and chains as long as it will.

            From this earth and from these sufferings, you shall 

            speedily come to the Kingdom of Heaven.

           The body is not cherished in the mind with couch 

            and cushions.

            But it is cherished with the refreshment and solace of 

            Christ.

            The frame, weary with labors, lies  on the ground.

            But it is no disgrace to lie down with Christ.

            Your limbs, unbathed and foul, and disfigured with 

            filth. 

            But within they are spiritually cleansed, 

            though the flesh is defiled.

            There the bread is scarce, but men liveth not by bread 

            alone, 

            but by the Word of God, shivering, you want clothing. 

            But he who puts on Christ is abundantly clothed and 

            adorned forever.

Reference: (pardon the redundancy)

ETWN (Rome's Hidden Churches - a Lenten Pilgrimage)

narrated by Dr. Timothy O'Donnell, President of Christendom College

(Eternal City - Rome)

           

        

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Prayer To Begin A Day

 

Each day is a New Day. A new beginning. Here below, I share with you a prayer. This is taken from a Marian Prayer Book I have kept and used for a long time.

Dear Lord,

This day stretches out before me like a quiet ocean, calm and clean and potent with possibility as I sing out the words of Mary, "My soul Magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior." 

Help me to make the most of the beauty and opportunity within this day. I offer it to You through the following affirmations, confident that if I live what they contain I will have lived the day well.

I believe the Lord loves and remains with me at all times.

I believe the Lord provides for my earthly needs.

I believe the Lord cannot fail in anything He undertakes.

I believe I play a unique, important role in the Lord's plan.

I believe the Lord guides me to know His will.

I believe the Lord gives me all the strength I need in times of difficulty.

I believe good will come from all situations I meet today.

I love all in and of the world and beyond, nothing can harm me.

I develop my talents, resources, and abilities to their best use.

I turn over to the Lord whatever I cannot change and set realistic goals to change whatever I can.

I structure my day to include a balance of work, play, rest, and spiritual development.

I strive to live this day humbly, resisting the urge to belittle others or to compare myself to them, realizing the presence of God within us all.

Amen.

God bless you today and everyday!

@simplemethepen