Christmas 2025 — A Quiet Yes to Giving

Today was one of those days I want to remember.

We went on a simple errand to Surigao City—nothing extraordinary on the outside. But inside my heart, something settled deeply. My mom, my sisters, and I bought food packs and toys for children. These will be shared with around 50 kids during one of our church outreaches.

It will be our first family attempt to celebrate Christmas this way—intentionally, quietly, and with purpose.

As we chose items and counted packs, I kept thinking: This is what Christmas looks like when love takes shape. No grand gestures. Just obedience. Just a willing heart.

I am reminded that God often begins with what is already in our hands.

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A Verse That Became a Prayer

“In that day, each of you will invite your neighbor to sit under your vine and fig tree.” — Zechariah 3:10

This verse has stayed with me. It speaks of peace, provision, and the kind of abundance that spills over into generosity. It is not about wealth—it is about having enough to welcome others.

This Christmas, it became my prayer.

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A Christmas Prayer

Lord,
You promised a time when people would invite their neighbors
to sit under their vine and fig tree—
a picture of peace, provision, and generosity.

I pray that one day, in Your perfect time,
You will give me the capacity to live this verse—
to have a home that can shelter others
and provision enough to feed and bless my neighbors.

Until that day comes,
teach me to be faithful with what I have now,
to open my heart even before I can open my doors,
and to trust that You are preparing both the place and the purpose.

I know that when the time is right,
You will make a way—
not for my comfort alone,
but so Your love may be shared.

Amen.

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Tonight, as I reflect on Christmas 2025, I realize that this season is teaching me patience and trust. We may not yet have everything we dream of—but we have enough to begin. Enough to give. Enough to love. Enough to say yes.

And perhaps that is what Christmas truly is:
God reminding us that when we offer what we have, He multiplies it—
in His time, for His purpose, and for His glory.

Tough Day, Positive Outlook

Today started with high spirits, my usual cheerful self ready to tackle the day. I firmly believe that this optimistic attitude shields me from getting engulfed by life's problems. However, as the day unfolded, it became an emotional rollercoaster. The morning began innocuously enough with a simple food order at Chowking. My husband requested an addition to my usual order, but a misunderstanding led to me thinking I had to alter the entire order. When the food arrived, blame ensued as I was accused of not listening well. Despite rectifying the situation, the incident lingered in my mind, causing a ripple of unease. Later in the evening, attempting a light-hearted tease with my sister about dinner plans went awry. Unbeknownst to me, she wasn't in the mood and my innocent jest triggered an emotional breakdown. The atmosphere turned tense and sad, casting a shadow over the evening. The final blow came when I asked my husband to be home by 8 pm and get dinner for our children. However, he returned home significantly later at 10:22 pm, leaving me furious and utterly disappointed. The accumulated frustrations of the day seemed to converge, overwhelming me to the point where I couldn't even muster the joy to play with my daughter. Confrontation became difficult as my sister was present, inhibiting me from expressing my pent-up emotions. It's moments like these that prayer becomes my refuge, providing a channel to release and find solace amidst the storm of emotions, a healing balm when I feel ready to confront these challenges anew.

Christmas Prayer 1

Dear God, As I sit here reflecting on our Christmas celebration in Butuan City with our cherished family, my heart overflows with gratitude. The laughter of our children playing games and the joy on their faces as they unwrapped their gifts—these moments are precious blessings that I cherish deeply. Despite the challenges, the weariness my husband, Joseph, felt as he drove us through the night, we arrived safely at 10:00 PM, and for that, I'm immensely thankful. In the midst of our joy, I can't ignore the weight of our financial struggles. Yet, in these moments of uncertainty, I've witnessed your divine intervention. With less than the ideal family budget left in a month, you've orchestrated miracles in our lives, meeting our needs in ways I couldn't have imagined. It's a testament to your faithfulness, and I acknowledge your hand in every aspect of our journey. Lord, I come before you with a humble heart, seeking a breakthrough in our finances. Guide us to avenues where we can contribute more to our family's well-being. As the eldest and feeling the weight of responsibility to support our loved ones, grant us the wisdom to discern the right side hustles that will alleviate our financial burdens. Your promise in Philippians 4:19 echoes in my soul: 'And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.' I cling to this assurance, believing in your abundant provision for our family. As the rain pours relentlessly, I pray for protection from the floods that threaten other barangays. Please shield us from harm, calm the storm, and keep us safe in your loving embrace. Thank you, Lord, for hearing my prayers and for your unwavering love. In your name, I place my hopes and trust. Amen.

Zara turns 4 on New Year 2020!

Happy New Year and Happy birthday Zara!

I gave birth to Zara on January 1, 2016 at 12:12 AM. She is our new year's baby. Her birthday celebration always fall on New Year's Eve.

Here's what happened that night:

Zara and the cousins

Familia SAJOLAN

Thank you Ma'am Cenderella Jamero for the beautiful cake. You can order yummy cakes and pastries to her. 

Prior to Zara's birthday, we had photo shoot to commemorate the special day. Thanks Tita Doxa for the assistance:

Christmas Celebration 2019

Happy Christmas everyone! How do you celebrate Christmas? On Christmas eve, we wanted it to be special for our children, nephew and nieces. If we don't have budget for a lavish food preparation, we see to it that we have gifts for the children. It won't be complete without family dinner and pictorials!

Hyzyd, Abbie, Zara and Kynny receive their gifts

The rest of our family celebrates in Butuan

My family wish you a happy, happy Christmas!

Zara's fave gift is dancing and singing Elsa from her Grandma Keren Joy

Thank you Tito Zene for Frozen bag and puzzle

Thank you for the gifts from my family , friends and exchange gifts

Zara poses with her gifts 

Thank you dear God for the opportunity to share your blessings to our nephew and nieces

Work Immersion Culmination Program

Nothing much happens on the culmination program for our Grade 12-Organic Agriculture students on December 20, 2019. After a short program is the distribution of certificates. We thank JB Nature Farm for accommodating our students for their 80-hour work immersion.

Engr. Woodrow Escabal, the owner of JB Nature Farm gave his feedback on the work immersion.

I had the floor to express our gratitude for JB Nature Farm for accommodating our students for their 80-hour work immersion. 

giving certificate of appreciation to the management of JB Nature Farm

Congratulations to all for the job well done!

Here are the samples of our Certificates of Completion and Certificate of Appreciation I personally made:

Special ManCom Conference cum Christmas Party 2019 EMCEE SCRIPT

Special Management Committee (ManCom) Conference cum Christmas Party

December 19, 2019

Simtoco Bldg, Surigao City

	OPENING PROGRAM
RODEL:	GREETINGS…. Welcome to the Special Management Committee Conference cum Christmas Party  of the Division of Surigao del Norte. The outfit theme of this conference is RETRO. All of you looks stunning with your retro styles of the 1980s, 1970s, 1960s and 1950s. Each decade has unique characteristics that define that particular time in history, and all of them feature trends that continue to look great today, isn’t it? I am RODEL SOLERA, T-I of TUBOD NHS
SAJOLAN	And I am GENEBEI FAITH S. SAJOLAN, T-II of Tubod NHS
UNISON	We are your programs hosts for this Special ManCom Conference cum Christmas Party
RODEL:	To officially start, let us all stand for the singing of our National Anthem to be led by AIZA SAJULAN , ADAS II of TUbod NHS and Doxology to be performed by Mr. Raul Malaza, T- III of Timamana NHS and Mrs. Malou S. Alag, HT-I of Tubod NHS.
SAJOLAN	Please remain standing for the TUbod Hymn and Division’s Hymn via Multi-Media Presentation
RODEL	We will recite the Panunumpa SA Watawat ng Pilipinas to be led by Mrs. Lina D. Ugay, P-IV of _____________________________________.
SAJOLAN	Please remain standing as we recite the Panunumpa ng LIngkod Bayan to be led by Mr. Concordio G. Cubelo, Principal I of Tubod NHS
RODEL:	Please be seated. Let’s welcome the woman dedicated to public service and a woman with philanthropic attitude, let us all give an echoing applause to our beloved Mayor of Tubod, Hon. Engr. Ritchelle B. Romarate for her Welcome Address.
SAJOLAN	Thank you Ma’am. That’s very welcoming. Let us welcome our dear District Supervisor of Tubod, Dr. Lorna E. Borja to give another Welcome Address.
RODEL	Let’s get to know the participants. May I call in Mrs. Lorna F. Diaz, Principal III of Timamana NHS, to formally present the participants.
SAJOLAN RODEL : SAJOLAN	Thank you, Ma’am. There you have it- the educators and administrator that plays a HUGE part in leading tomorrow’s future. How inspiring is that? Sit back and relax as we’ll be entertained with an Opening Salvo by Tubod District Administrators and selected teachers.  A big round of applause please. That’s an awesome performance! The division of Surigao del Norte has this one simple but powerful way to show to their educators that they care by celebrating their birthdays. Please welcome our amiable Asst. Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Laila F. Danaque, CESE  to lead the honoring of our Birthday Celebrators.
RODEL:	Happy birthday Ma’am/Sirs. For Christians, birthdays are a time to celebrate God’s gift of life. When we say birthday prayers, we remind each other that all life comes from God. We have Msgr. Edito N. Alcala, DCS, Vicar General to do the Benediction of Birthday Celebrators.
SAJOLAN	Thank you Msgr.Alcala for the declaration of blessings to our birthday celebrators. Let us lend our ears and open our hearts to the message of our gracious and motherly Schools Division Superintendent, Mrs. MA. TERESA M. REAL
RODEL	Thank you Ma’am for that inspiring message. That ends the Opening Program. Let’s proceed to MANCOM CONFERENCE PROPER.

MANCOM PROPER

Ending: We have finally come to the end of our program. It has been a great day and a wonderful time with you all. Thank you for all your presence. God bless and take care everyone.