Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday

Today is Ash Wednesday, start of the holy season of Lent. As I was pondering what to give up for Lent, I came across this entry about preparing for Lent.

Most of the time, my attitude/perspective has been, "What can I give up for Lent?". The article suggests a better point for reflection, "What does the Lord want to give me this Lent?" Because you know, when He wants to give you something and you accept it, it usually means you have to let go of something else in your life. That's been my experience anyway.

As I reflected, I sensed that He wants to give me the grace to embrace (yes, my theme word for the year) Him and my life as it is. Ang hirap eh. Everday is a struggle.

Embrace. Embrace. How do I do that?