Jeanne Therese Domingo

BSMLS-1G

The Family that Lives Harmoniously and in God

Fernando Barcelona, a Creative Director, once said “Family is defined by more

than bloodlines, surnames, or duties. To me, the term "family" refers to all of the individuals in

our life who pledge to unconditionally love and support us. It is a choice, a compassion discipline

that helps us develop as people and as a community, rather than a passive birthright.” Right, the

family will always be there for you. They will never abandon you no matter what. They will always

accept you the way you are. Thus, it is important for one to live harmoniously and with love with

their family. However, how can make one make it possible? The first step is to love one another.

Loving each other within a family is a must. One cannot live harmoniously if there’s no love. Then,

it is important to put God in the center of this bond. “The family that prays together stays

together,” a famous quote that we all know works every time. Prayers are what made us stronger

as individuals. It also helps us get through our problems. It is said in Matthew 18:19-20 that if two

people agree on something and pray for it, it will be done by the Father in heaven. Thus, praying

together as a family whose aspirations and goals are the same, the Father in heaven will grant the

family’s prayers if it is His will.

The activity has made me realize so many things. It feels good to be there for your family;

to have their back because you know that if you had your problems, they will be there for you too.

Praying with them is the most relaxing because we lift up all of our problems and victories together

to God. I also like talking to them about my goals and aspirations while they also share their

thoughts. Eating together is some sort of bonding that we do together after a long tiring day.

Eating with the family after a tiring day makes me happy. The things that I did with them for the

week is the rest that I needed for the day.