When you don't get what you think you deserve

Entitlement.

We always want to get the most out of our spending that's why we always say, be a wise shopper. That's why we want SALE because they cut down prices. That's why we prioritize the steak area in a buffet restaurant.

My flight was cancelled going back to Manila from a one hour and a half plane ride province. I bet it would since the airport has no light in its airstrip, I had the feeling that when it was delayed, I would accept the free accommodation they're offering. That would be fun!

I checked-in and asked me if I wanted to take the earlier flight but I opted not to since my friends are taking the last fly out plane, but in another airline. Wrong move.

I heard the announcement. Hurried in the ground personnel and as I plan to book my hotel, my friend told me to change airline since I'm meeting with my mom in the airport and they waited for me. So, I changed airline. Little knowing that the airline isn't that cozy unlike my original airline. Wrong decision. I never wanted to get to that aircraft ever again. I even unfollowed them on twitter. Hihi.

Lesson: Don't try to manipulate things for your own gain. It usually becomes worse.I won't even enjoy my stay in the hotel since I am the only one among my colleagues whose flight was cancelled. Just like going to heaven, I don't want to go there for the sake of its beauty but for the beauty of my Master.

I arrived in Manila around 7pm and saw my mom after five days of summit. It was worth it.

I wanted to email complaint to PAL but I chose to email them (because God rebuked me) with commendation for their service and ground personnel. We can choose to control our emotions. And where God will be most glorified, when people see Jesus in us. Choose to surrender.

This world will tell us otherwise but take heart, this world will fade.

In His Pusuit,

Michelle Aquino

Pray for me to continue walking with Him in Truth. Thanks! Send yours as well at michelleaquino13@gmail.com/ michellleaquino@gmail.com

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