I think God sees me as a better ninang (godmother) so He doesn't bother giving me another role in life. And yet, I am starting to believe that I am. Hahaha
Last Saturday, I became a ninang again. Two months ago, I was asked by my cousin to be his son's Ninang on his baptism. Actually, I wasn't asked. I was informed. She didn't forced me yet she wouldn't take No for an answer.
When we arrived at the church, I was fascinated by the color of its facade. Not so bright and not so dull. So I didn't hesitate to let my nephew took a photo of me.
Afterwards, we went inside and waited for a couple of minutes before the Baptism seminar started.
When the catechist arrived, she opened up her talk with a prayer and informed us what to do and what to respond during the ceremony.
The baptism lasted for less than 10 minutes and our baby boy remained behave all throughout. He didn't cry. He seemed enjoying his moment.
And we welcome him in the Christian world with open arms and hearts, wishing and hoping he grows kind and loving, faithful and God-fearing. As a Ninang, I would always be a one call away.
After the ceremony, we went to their house for they set up a small celebration where they prepared foods for lunch. They also invited several guests from work.
When the clock hit 12, I was tasked by my auntie to lead the prayer before we took our lunch.
I also had a chance to talk to my relatives for we seldom see each other. It is when this time that mini-reunions happen.
Questions I managed to answer with a smile.
In occasions like this, it is inevitable to be asked same, same questions I'm always asked about. Questions like When are you getting married? When will you give your parents a grandchild? Everytime I hear them asking me these, I just answered them with a smile. I felt the unneccesity to respond.😊 I am slowly getting used to having been asked questions like these and have mastered my answer. No answer is an answer already. Hahaha. ( I will just let them figure it out what that smile means.😂)
In life, not all questions have answers and not all questions deserve an answer. As for me, I am competing to none but with my past self. And it is true that we have our own individual timeline. No pressure at all. I am happy with the achievements of the people around me, whether at work or in relationships. I am not in a hurry too. I am enjoying life. I am having a good time with how life surprises me. I am beyond grateful for my small wins lately, from owning a house, getting a promotion, into being part of this platform. I am not in any way less than of a woman just because I am not settled yet.
I put my whole trust to the Lord when He says, "When the time is right, I, the Lord will make it happen." Isaiah 60:22
This is all for today. Thank you so much for reading this far. Be well. Be safe. Until the netswriting.
(Some photos were from my cousin and Fb tagged on me.)
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God's time is the best time ma'am.. Just pray harder. No pressure at all. Enjoy every moment then. God bless.
Thanks maam. Di najud dutlan og pressure. What's bound to happen will happen. 😊 Only God knows.
So true ma'am.
Shall I say, Ninang of the Year? Hehe
You are the person who has lot of kinugos madam. Sanaol busy haha
Hahaha oh dam. Motago ko ig Christmas.🤦
There is always time for everything. It's good that you get yo enjoy life without pressure. I love how you smile at thise questions.
There is no need to be pressured maam😊 I just let them say what they want and leave them confused with a smile. Hehehe
Heheh ana lang jud mam. Kapoi baja cge tubag same pangutana.
Maojud maam. Mura tag plakang guba sig balik sa atong tubag. Hahahaha
I am of ninang too of...I don't know how many, haha.. The latest one was my niece.. But I never attended any of the christening or did my duty as their ninang haha..
Ninang in paper and on Christmas maam?hehehe that's okay. The parents for sure, understand why you can't be with your godchildren physically.
Those questions somehow annoys me too but I always talk back instead smiling. I find people can be so nosy and I hate that haha. But like you said, you have those
smallbig win and there's time for everything 😊. No rush and just enjoy life.The more we exchange conversations, the more they pushed me into things I stopped thinking about. When I don't answer back, it stops right there. Hehehe
Amen to this!
Empowered and confident women do not think less of themselves when they do not have what others possess or achieve. It's because they know what makes them truly happy.
Cheers Ma'am!☺️
Thank you for this empowering words maam.😊 As people say, happiness is an inside job. It doesn't require outside approval.🤗
Thanks for dropping by maam.🤗
Being a ninang is a responsibility gyud. Don't get pressured about getting married. God always gives the best man for us.🙏
Amen to that maam!😊 In God's time.
it will happen in Gods time sis and He knows you are still not prepared for it. I hope they respect you when you want to be childfree too.
I hope so miss @grecyg . Thank you for your kinds words and for dropping by.😊
Social pressure will always exist and some people ask these questions without knowing what is going on inside us, what we are living and I think it is important to let them know how we feel, so they will leave aside that recklessness that they think is harmless. I've been through the same thing, I have a son and I always come across questions like "when do you have the other one? when do you give him the baby sister?" and although sometimes I answer nicely without problems, other times it is a bit shocking.
As you say friend, things will happen when they have to and the important thing is that you are happy with how you are living your process. I know that many good things will come for you. ♥
On the other hand, hahaha how funny that everyone has taken you as the favorite godmother. That shows that you are a great person because not just anyone is entrusted with a child, so it speaks very well of you. This very nice that church you attended and how nice that you were able to meet with your family members and update on their lives.
I send you a hug 😊
Thank you so much for your kind words maam @estefania3 . I just prefer to give them a smile than to exchange conversation about the matter. Hopefully, that sends them the message.😊
Some things are just meant to be done slowly. I love that you enjoyed your gathering. That is how life should be. 😁😍😍
Thank you @wanderingmoon . It is nice seeing relatives every once in a while. Hehe