Chapter 22 & Feeling Brand New 🎉

After Two Decades and One Year, Cheers to Twenty-Two in Bloom

First of all, I thank God for giving me another year. Twenty-one was truly one of the most amazing years of my life—filled with surprises, unexpected moments, and blessings upon blessings. As I prepare to say goodbye to 2025, I step into this new year a little older, a little wiser, and deeply grateful. I thank God for everything He has done and for all the great things He continues to do in my life.

I had a kind of unexplainable celebration. That afternoon, one of my close friends, Jean, greeted me, and I teasingly invited her to Cape Calle, one of the intimate restaurants here in our place, for snacks and coffee ☕. However, we found out that the place was under repair, so we decided to move to one of the more popular café spots instead—Sticky Buns, a place well known for its croissants and perfectly served coffee.

Our order is here, thanks to Jean for the treat 🤤 and happy birthday to me 🎉

One of my close friends too, El, told me about the tiramisu cake—a famous one known for its rich taste and truly a crowd favorite.

My tummy was so full, I had a great experience testing new kind of food a famous one, thank you so much dear friends 🥹

I was so thankful for the simple celebration we shared. It may not have been extravagant, but it was filled with joy, laughter, and good company. I genuinely had a great day. This is the first part of my birthday celebration 🎉

Part 2: BTCP class (@church)

Happy birthday 🎂 to you 🎶
Happy birthday 🎂 to you 🎶
Happy birthday 🎂 to you 🎶

From the bottom of my heart ❤️, thank you so much, church. My heart is overflowing with joy, and I truly can’t imagine how this celebration would have been without God’s amazing surprises 🤍

BLESSED BEYOND MEASURE @22

A cake from Nanay Ladia and Pastor touched my heart deeply. I am so blessed to have them in my life—they are my second family, a spiritual family that God has brought into my journey. Thinking about it still brings me to tears.

Nanay ordered this, one of my favorite 🤤 I am so so so feeel loved and blessed 😭

Anotheeeerrr surprised 😯 thank you so much ate Jeannnn 🫶🏼☺️ thanks for this bible verse quote 🙌🏼

A love that truly matters. I have seen how God works in so many different ways, and this year reminded me of that more than ever. Out of all the birthday celebrations I’ve had, this one felt especially meaningful. Through it all, I remain deeply thankful to God for blessing me with them—my second family, a gift I will always treasure.

Despite the distance, family truly matters. I miss them so much, and I’m incredibly grateful that I was able to have a video call with them—especially with my two handsome brothers, who never fail to make my heart smile.

and the very gift I have received from ate Jean, thank you so much ate, appreciate it so much. Thanks for the Love 💕

As I step into twenty-two, my heart is full of gratitude. This birthday reminded me that celebrations don’t have to be grand to be meaningful—what truly matters is love, faith, and the people God places in our lives. From unexpected moments to cherished connections near and far, I am deeply thankful for every blessing, every surprise, and every lesson. Cheers to twenty-two in bloom, and to walking into this new year with faith, love, and a grateful heart.

P.s: I celebrated my birthday last January 20 🥹