Villa San Miguel

I've just returned today from an overnight stay at a Hot Springs resort in Laguna province called Villa San Miguel. The piety of the proprietor can be seen in this beautiful statue of Saint Michael Archangel slaying the devil who tempts the revellers at the resort to engage in sins of the flesh by eating and drinking too much! There is also a grotto at the side of Our Lady of Lourdes complete with a kneeling St. Bernadette. The owner is a self-made man who very nicely attributes all of his success to his trust in God's providence.

There were three pools all full of lukewarm water which comes free of charge via the sleepy volcano that can be seen from the resort. We had a great time there eating, drinking, swimming and singing karaoke. I of course was the only one who soaked up the sun. The reason for the trip ostensibly was the meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council but since I'm not on the Council and didn't understand the proceedings anyhow I was free to lounge around. A very restful and happy trip.

Happy Feast of St. Cecilia,

In Christ through Mary,

Daniel