Ho Ho Ho :D Christmas is coming! I know It's three days 'till Christmas but this year's Christmas is absolutely the most memorable and exciting one for me. 

All my life, I've never been a religious type of person. For years I used to go to church only once a year (that time I couldn't decide yet). On the other hand, actually I think going to church once every week doesn't make you a good person either (I'm not saying going to church is bad ya. You know what I mean). What's the use of being in church, praying and praising God while the rest six days of the week you act like a leader of some gangs outside? I'm not gonna judge anybody. As for me, I hold on to the belief that it's not only what you do, what people see that matters, but also what's in your heart. Err ... I don't know. Only God knows. 

I had thought of converting to Catholic during high school period / shortly after graduation. I cannot really call it converting though. It was stated I was a Catholic but I grew up learning Christian because of school. Then later I attended a Catholic one as well and went to both churches.....(It's a long story but please take a note, I had never been baptized as either one). I went through a long learning process (I still have to learn a lot of course) after having delayed for years. So happy that I've finally decided my faith and I believe that I've made the right and best decision for myself. Yes, I've been baptized now as a Catholic.

I was emotionally touched during the baptism ceremonial. I had teary eyes, in case you're wondering. 

The priest said, "Aku membaptis Engkau, Lawrence, dalam nama Bapa dan Putera dan Roh Kudus." as he was pouring holy water three times onto my forehead. "Amin.", I answered, wholeheartedly. These words .. will remain in my memory. I am saved.

Next, he anointed me with oil on my forehead and I was handed a piece of white cloth as a symbol of new life, a lighted candle and gift/souvenir from the church. Then he fed me my first communion in 2 forms. I had my first communion. Yay!♡

my friends, the ones taking my photos, were present on my baptism day. of course, photobombs everywhere.

and a group photo. can you even spot me? lol

Truthfully, for the first time in my life, I feel that I am a much better person spiritually. I'm so thankful. :') (I wanna thank everyoneeeee!)

Beyond happy.
It was the happiest me.

I feel blessed. Thank Lord.

I am reborn,

Lawrence Novita