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“Simbang gabi, simula ng Pasko. Sa puso ng lahing Pilipino. Siyam na
gabi kaming gumigising, sa tugtug ng kampanang walang tigil. Maaga kami
kinabukasan, mag-lalakad kami langkaylangkay, babatiin ang ninong at ninang ng
maligayang “pasko po” sabay halik sa kamay”
Christmas is in the air. As of
December 15, 2011, 10:24 AM, there are only 9 days-13 hours-33 minutes until
Christmas.
A common practice of Christians
during this yuletide season especially when the dawn of December 16 comes is
the Simbang Gabi. This part of the
year is the most memorable, enjoyable and also the solemn. When Simbang Gabi comes, we have the feeling
of “Christmas is near”. Absolutely! Remember the song “Simbang Gabi, simula ng pasko!”? It is actually the start of
Christmas though we are also known for the longest Christmas celebration but
this time, we can actually feel that December 25 is coming.
Waking up so early is not a
hindrance for us. I remember those days that I enjoy strolling heading to
church with my friends and with my family in a cold morning breeze. It seems
that everything would be great for the next few days before the year ends.
As a Filipino, who believes on
superstitious beliefs, I am proud to say that I try my best to complete the 9
masses to make a wish. Sounds funny but I believe that. Probably, when you were
a kid, we have the same thought about Simbang
Gabi. Well, it would also be nice if we pray for our family’s health and
happiness during this solemn time.
God bless and may you have a
joyful Christmas!
(Don’t forget to attend the Misa
de Gallo)
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