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Quotables Quotes: Dealing with Burdens of Life

"Just accept that, some days, you're the pigeon:

and, some days, you're the statue."

"Always keep your words soft and sweet - ,

just in case you have to eat them."

" Always wear stuff that will make you look good, if you die in the middle of it."

"Drive carefully.

It's not only cars that can be"recalled" by their maker."

"If you can't be kind, at least have the decency to be vague."

"If you lend someone $20 and never see that person again,

It was probably worth it."

"It may be that your sole purpose in life is simply to be kind to others."

"Never put both feet in your mouth at the same time,

because then you won't have a leg to stand on."

" Nobody cares if you can't dance well.

Just get up and dance."

"Since it's the early worm that gets eaten by the bird,

sleep late."

"The second mouse gets the cheese."

"When everything's coming your way,

you're in the wrong lane."

"Birthdays are good for you.

The more you have, the longer you live."

"You may be only one person in the world,

But you may also be the world to one person."

"Some mistakes are too much fun to only make once."

"We could learn a lot from crayons... Some are sharp;

some are pretty; and some are dull. Some have weird names;

and all are different colours;

but they all have to live in the same box."

"A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour."

How To Manage Stress?

A lecturer when explaining stress management to an audience raised a glass of water and asked,

"How heavy is this glass of water?"

Answers called out ranged from 20g to 500g.

The lecturer replied, "The absolute weight doesn't matter. It depends on how long you try to hold it.

If I hold it for a minute, it's not a problem..

If I hold it for an hour, I'll have an ache in my right arm.

If I hold it for a day, you'll have to call an ambulance.

In each case, it's the same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes."
He continued, "And that's the way it is with stress management.

If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, the burden will become increasingly heavy: and we won't be able to carry on.

''As with the glass of water, you have to put it down for a while and rest before holding it again.. When we're refreshed, we can carry on with the burden.

So, before you return home tonight, put the burden of work down: don't carry it at home.

You can pick it up tomorrow. Whatever burdens you're carrying now, let them down for a moment if you can.'"

So, my friend, Put down anything that may be a burden to you right now. Don't pick it up again until after you've rested a while.

Best Foods Before Bedtime

8 Best Foods to Sleep Better (approved by the "Eat this, Not That" nutrition team)

1. Non fat Popcorn
2. Oatmeal with sliced banana
3. 1 cup plain yogurt with 2 tbsp. mixed nuts
4. A pile of sesame seeds
5. A handful of pretzels-source of low fat and low calorie carbohydrates.
6. 1 glass of wine. "nightcap"
7. 4 Oz glass of unsweetened cherry juice
8. Red Bell peppers- a good source of vitamin C

the carb in popcorn will induce serotonin,a neurochemical that makes you feel relaxed.
banana is rich in melatonin a hormone that inspired sleep.
lysine and arginine-alertness inducing protein which reduces the effect of stress.
Tryptophan-sleep inducing amino acids responsible for post Thanksgiving turkey comas.

Thoughts to Ponder: WORDS

WORDS....

Oh they slip so easy from our lips. Sometimes so fast that we don't even have time to think what we said. But we can tell by the expression on our listeners face that they were not well chosen. We either shot an arrow into someone's back or into the heart of our listener. It is then to late , we either have to apologise quickly or permanant damage is done.

Positive begets positive while negative begets negative. Always think positive to say only the good things about people and not their faults.

Words can tear people apart or they can be like an helium baloon and lift people up and cheer their hearts.make sure your words today are will chosen and they lift people up.

Uniform

Every year our school issued us cloth for our uniform, it is always different in color, fabric that's why we have a collection of uniforms in our closet.

In my nine years of stay in the university i now have eight sets of uniforms. The latest in our collection is a peach and blue silk fabric with checkered dark gray for blazer and pants.

This year unlike the past year the management did not give us specific design, so its upto us to choose our own design as long as we use the same color assigned for the day.

In our department we came up with an aggreement that we would have only one design, the problem is what design?

We browse through the internet and here are some of our finds....

Just imagine our different body weights, shapes...etc...

....can somebody post something for middle weights, heavy weights, pear shaped, petite, apple shape, pineapple shape, coca cola shape and not just for straight shape!

A Fight Against Heart Problem

Since 2004 I just lived my life on a day to day basis. It was that year that I was diagnosed with a Rheumatic Heart Disease. A disease that according to my co-worker, "I am a walking time bomb".
I will be a hypocrite if I did'nt say that I was afraid, but then I'm still single and no boyfriend, so just continue to enjoy life and travel places so as not to waste time.

Year 2007, I met my soulmate and then it was time to think of my health and seek medical help from the experts. 2008 came and my beautiful gift came to this world, Jorey. I have to exert extra effort in being healed because my gift is "kulet na" and "likot na" so as to cope with the super extra energy daughter .

July 31, 2009 the healing year. From 0.79, my mitral valve now is 2.4, by PTMC procedure. A not so painful but discomforting medical procedure.

I still not feel the difference but i was comforted by the thought that in the near days, I can now play with my daughter without having to feel faint from lack of breath.

Thank you to all my families, my UB family, my doctors and nurses and most importantly to HIM for giving me my inspirations to get healed.

What Makes a Good Leader?

There's no point in having a good idea if you can't tell anybody what it is. Like giving a gift, leaders learn how to take a thought, wrap it in words, and present it to one or more of their associates.

This "communication gift-giving" is both delicate and deliberate. First, the thought must be relevant. It must speak to the issues of the listener, Second, it must be well-wrapped. Leaders learn the language.They are as comfortable with a comma as they are with a question mark. Nouns and verbs are parked in their reserved spaces, and adjectives and adverbs don't embarrass their subjects. Third, the presentation should be clear, concise, correct, and generously decorated with humorous or poignant illustrations.

Good communicators leave no doubt about the meaning of their message. They know that the communication process isn't complete until the audience has both listened and understood the delivered message.When great leaders communicate, everyone around them knows what's going on. They know because the leader made sure of it.

"To be effective, Leaders must know how to communicate their visions effectively and how to enlist the cooperation of others."

Quotables Quotes: "Ang Buhay Nga Naman" (Oh...That's Life)

Sometimes we needed to hear and read inspirational quotes and stories to surpass this critical and recession times.

"The people on our planet are not standing in a line single file. Look closely.

Everyone is really standing in a circle, holding hands.

Whatever you give to the person standing next to you,

it eventually comes back to you."

"While earning you daily bread, be sure

you share a slice with those less fortunate."

An older gentlemen in front of me at the check ou at

Kroger's was wearing a hat with this inscription:

IF WE HAD KNOWN GRANDKIDS WERE SO MUCH FUN,

WE'D HAVE HAD THEM FIRST.

I bet he's a great grandad.

Life is teaching you some painful lessons.

But is is from adversity that strength is born.

You may have lost the inning, but I know

you'll win the game.

A survey asked, "Who are the happiest people?"

The four winning answers were:

A craftsman or artist whistling over a job well done.

A child building sand castles.

A mother bathing her baby.

A doctor who has finished a difficult

operation and saved a life.

Money, power and

possessions were not mentioned.

Hollywood Tragedy: Fawcet and Jacksons Death

Just as I was watching the news early this morning, first there were accidents in the road, a man was pinned to his seat by a pink fence along Edsa, another motorcycle accidents in Pasig. What struck me most is the two deaths in Hollywood.

1970's Charlie's Angel Star Farrah Fawcet died thursday morning in St. John Health Center in Santa Monica. She was suffering from Anal Cancer for nearly three years and she was 62.

Breaking news from the LA Times, King of Pop Michael Jackson died of heart Attack in Los Angeles Hospital. It was confirmed by Ed Winter, the chief coroner for Los Angeles County, they will handle the investigation of his death. He was 50 years old when he died. He was schedule to perform to a series of concerts in London as his big comeback and was in LA for practises.

Quotables Quotes: All In A Day's Work

A few quotable quotes related to work and how to achieve success in life.

"Awareness is a major key to success.
Keep your radar finely tuned.
You never know where a good idea will
come from
or how far it will take you."

"People can be divided into three groups:

Those who make things happen.

Those who watch things happen.

Those who wonder what happened.

Congratulations on being the Captain of the

First Group."

"Success in business is like a riding a bicycle.

Either you keep moving or you fall over."

"True wealth is what you are,

not what you have."

"There's no limit to what you can achieve

If you don't mind who gets the credit".

"So you wish that all the problems at work

would go away. Maybe you'd better think

again. When problems cease, so do opportunities.

Solviing problems was the reason you were hired.

And it's been my experience that jobs

with few problems

don't pay very much."

News Around the Globe

Serbia: First case of AH1N1 Influenza in Serbia Confirmed. 55,867 cases around the globe in almost 108 countries are now affected with these virus, according the World Health Organization.

USA: South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford admitted that he was having an extramarital affair since last year and his former lady friend is staying in Argentina.

Iran: The police and protesters again clashed again as protest against the recent election of the country,where the supreme leader is claiming the result of election as final. There are now 20 reported deaths as the results of these protest on the result of election.

Iraq: 55 people were reported dead and 160 were injured after a bomb attack by a motorcycle rider in a pet market and said to be a highly populated area where the shi'ites resides.

Philippines: Typhoon Feria leaves the country and continously moving towards south China sea today. It leaves the country with several deaths and damages to property. Caticlan Airport temporary closed due to Zest air plane who lands in a non cemented runway.

Chicago: Actor Johnny Depp gave a lump sum tip of 4KUS$ to a waiter after eating in Gibson House. This was after their premier night "Public Enemies" in Chicago.

I Am Not Crazy!

Just last night I received a good news that also makes me sad and make me ask" what's wrong with men these days? Do they know how to recognize a diamond from foil? A fake one from a real gem?

I love this person very much and somebody hurt her that makes me wanna cry in silent protest against her present situation. I want to be there for her and I want to hate the person who put her in this situation.

I am in dilemma because I don't know how to help her tell her parents about her situation eventhough I've been there 1 or 2 years ago. What I did was to ask the help of my friends which is also a friend of my parents. Who will act as a moderator this time? I don't wanna compare myself to her because she's much stronger and intelligent but she's now in this situation.

I'm mixed emotions right now, i want to get angry, i want to cry, shout " damn all the irresponsible men", i am sad, frustrated and at the same time happy. I am not crazy but I am clueless on what's the best thing to do, because i'm not sure if what i'm thinking will produce good results and will be beneficial to all the parties involved.

Our Eyes: How to Nourish our Vision

Nourish your vision....

The eyes need Vitamin A to make pigments that absorb light. Carrots and sweet potatoes have betacarotene, a precursor form of vitamin A so eat lots of these. Other rich sources of vitamin A include fish and full cream dairy products.

Vitamin C and E , which has antioxidant properties may help slow progression of cataracts. Nuts and seeds has lots of Vitamin A and Citrus fruits and brocolli for Vitamin C.

Lutein and zeaxanthin are two dominant pigments found in the macula of the eye which may filter out some of the harmful light that can damage the retina. Lutein is in leafy vegetables and egg yolk, while zeaxanthin is in greens, red capsicum and corn.

Zinc can also slow age-related macular degeneration, so maintain your intake of this nutrient through seafood, meat, poultry and beans.

Excerpt from "Readers Digest" June 2009 issue.

12 Things Your Waiter Won't Tell You

12 Things Your Waiter Won't Tell You

1. Avoid Eating Out on Holidays and Saturday nights.
2. There are almost never any sick days in the restaurant business.
3. Waiters can and do sit in people's food.
4. Never say "I'm friends with the owner".
5. Treat others as you want to be treated.
6. Don't snap you fingers to get our attention.
7 . Splitting entrees is Ok, but don't ask for water, lemon and sugar so you can make your own lemonade.
8. If you find a waiter you like, always ask to be seated in his or her section.
9. Always examine the bill.
10. If you want to hang out, that's fine.
11. Never, ever come in 15 minutes before closing time.
12. Don't order meals that aren't on the menu.

From Waiter Rant: Thanks for the Tip Confessions of a Cynical Waiter by the Waiter

My 30th Birthday

On June 17th, it will be my 30th birthday...
It is my birthday!! It is time to celebrate life!!
It's time to say thank you.....

I want to thank the Lord for giving me 30 years of fun and fruitful life.

I want to thank my parents for giving me an opportunity to experience life.

I want to thank the owners of the company I work for for giving me work for the last 10 years.

I want to thank my colleagues for giving me hard times and good times that makes me stronger through times.

I want to thank my husband, kalel for just being there and bringing me to womanhood.
I still await the time where I can be a full time wife to him.

I want to thank my baby jorey for making me experience motherhood.

Happy Birthday To Me!

I need and want to...Help me!

I need to learn to understand each person's personalities, why they are like this and like that.

I need to learn to practice patience to my coleagues.

I need to make people see that I am also a person who can be hurt by their words.

I need to see a psychiatries, maybe I am really the person to blame for their misfortunes.

I want to be able to tell on a persons face to shut up....you're really hurting me..

I need to stand up on my own and be assertive.

I need to tell them about my feelings and plans in the future so that they will not be shock.

If only I can do this immediately!!!

Resign and stay at home and take care of my child and parents.

Be financially independent.

Be healed from my heart ailments.

Be free from all the heartaches and pain.

Please Help me!!! I need to understand that I am still living and I still have to endure and surpass all these pains!!!

Am I really the person to blame?

Am I really the person to blame?...
Office scenario...Lunch break...five to six persons are eating together from different offices with only one department. Kwentuhan....dessert... turon and then one topic led to another and to only one person.. Peanut... her nickname.

She used to be my immediate superior when I was still a working student. She used to be nice to me, and i am to her. It all started when she became my colleague and we became co-workers with the same status in the university. I don't know what happened to her but she became my tormentor, always checking if i did something wrong and telling everybody about it, in other words she became a pain in the ass.

She's now telling everybody that i am ungrateful to her...for what? I telling this story now because my colleague now is experiencing what i have been experiencing in the past and they are blaming me. For what? because i am associated daw with them, kaya damay daw sila. Is it really my fault? Ang sakit nilang magsalita...wala daw akong utang na loob...eh wala na nga akong connection sa kanya ngayon.. as much as possible i stear clear of her path... we don't cross our paths now. I am not talking to her and she's to me.

Ang sakit kasi, mga kaibigan mo mismo ang sasabihin sa yo harap harapan na kasalan ko!!! sana malaman nila na nakakasakit sila ng damdamin...problema nila yun sa tao, labas na ako sa anumang transakyon na meron sila.

The Prayer

I asked God to take away my bad habit
God said "NO"
It is not for me to take away, it is for you to give it up.

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said "NO" her spirits is whole, his body is only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience.
He said "NO", Patience is a by-product of tribulations, it isn't granted but learned.

I asked God to give me happiness.
I give you blessings. Happiness is up to you.

I asked God to spare me pain.
He said "NO".
Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.

I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said "NO".
I will give you life, so that you might enjoy all the things.

May God Bless us all!!!

Ang Aking Tatay (My Father)

Most of us agree that "Mothers knows best" but have we ever heard of "Father knows best"? I am not a "daddy's girl" but i appreciate him more these past few years. I am grateful to both of my parents for always being with me, helping me take care of my baby, coping with my sickness.

Since June is a father's month, I am writing these simple blog as a tribute to my father!!!

You're a good provider.
You're always there to help us.
You're very good and very nice to your grandchild.
You're very handsome. (According to nanay...hehehe)
You always bring me to office and pick me up after work. ( I hope soon my husband will do this)
You always bought our ulam and cooked for us.

Jorella at 16 Months

Jhorella Mae Gabriel or we call her jorey is now 16 months old. She's now walking and sometimes trying to jump and run on the bed. She can now easily say "mama, papa, tata, na...." and ahahahaha... which we don't understand. She hums when she hears her favorite songs like "I love you" by Barney, Cuppy Cake and TV commercials (Frutini, Colgate etc.)

She's not always in good mood, she's now trying our patience especially during changing of diapers. She will sit and even lay down on anything if she's irritated or we get something she's playing.

She knows hand language of saying goodbye, flying kiss, appear, align...

I hope in the next month she can say more words....

Ways on How to Quit Smoking

Cancer is the number 1 disease now that kills a person. One of the causes of cancer is smoking, and quitting it is very hard because it's like drugs that can be addictive.

My father is a former smoker, my husband also smoke as well as some of my friends. I don't smoke ever, i have a hard time breathing when i smell the smoke of a cigarette. I don't have asthma!

When i say my father is a former smoker, he eventually manage to stop smoking after 35 years. He uses the method of Cutting down, gradually cutting down the number of cigarettes until he stops completely.

In the february issue of Reader's Digest, they have an article entitled " I Want to Quit Smoking" by Lalitha Naidu, she discusses 10 Ways to Stop Smoking and its advantages and disadvantages.

1. Cold Turkey. Stopping the habit abruptly with no other assistance.
Advantage: No planning involved; free
Disadvantage: Low success rate; not for everyone

2. Cutting Down. Less abrupt that cold turkey, gradual reduction enables the smoker to wean off cigarettes until stopping completely.
Advantage: Inexpensive; useful learning experience
Disadvantage: Does'nt improve your health; limited success

3. Inhalers. These release nicotine through the mouth to take the edge off cravings.
Advantage: Visible sign of your effort; eases you into quitting.
Disadvantage: May cause temptation to smoke; some may fel self-conscious
Cost: Nicorette Inhaler (10mg) $18.90. Prices my vary depending on country.

4. Gum. Available in 2mg or 4mg varieties, gum kicks cravings by giving you small doses of nicotine.
Advantage: Handbag-friendly; instant remedy
Disadvantage: Taste can be unpleasant; may stick to dentures.
Cost: Nicorette Fresh Mint 2mg($14.70) and 4mg ($21.95) for a pack of 30; Nicotinell Fruit Flavoured Chewing Gum 2mg ($11.30) and 4mg($17.20) for a pack of 24.

5. Bupropion (Zyban)(Prescription medication). A class of antidepressant, Zyban works by decreasing the physical craving for cigarettes by reducing nicotine withdrawal symptoms. Not recommended for people with epilepsy.
Advantage: Curbs cravings
Disadvantage: Not suitable for everyone
Cost: Prescription only, see a doctor

6. Varenicline (Champix)(Prescription medication). Blocks the effect of nicotine in the body, which removes the pleasure associated with smoking and takes the edge off cravings.
Advantage: Proven effective
Disadvantage: Not recommended in conjunction with nicotine replacement therapies (NRT); possible side effects include nausea, adverse mood and behavior changes.
Cost: Prescription only, see a doctor

7. Patches. Can help adhere to your decision to quit- quite literally. Stuck to the body, it release nicotine through the skin at a slow and steady rate.
Advantage: Convenient; simple; requires little engagement in quitting process
Disadvantage: Can cause sleep disruptions: possible skin irritations; not sensitive to changing nicotine needs.
Cost: Nicorette Patches (5mg) 16 hour, $21.80; Nicotinell TTS 30/20/10 Patches 24 hour, $25.80/$23.40/$21.24

8. Lozenges. They come in a variety of strengths and are a discreet way of controlling cravings with minimal effort.
Advantage: Portable; discreet
Disadvantage: Short-lived effects; not suitable for strong cravings
Cost: Nicotinell Lozenge 1mg, $15.10 for a pack of 36

9. Complementary Treatments. Acupunture to hypnotheraphy may not work but it does'nt hurt your chances of quitting.
Advantage: Can be effective when combined with counselling
Disadvantage: No proven benefits; can be expensive

10. Counselling. The best way of quitting is through counselling or advice programmes. Coupling medication or NRT;s with behavioral advice increases the benefits of this method.
Advantage: Long-tem empowerment; provided psychological support.
Disadvantage: None.

My First Taste of Haagen Dazz Ice Cream

YUMMY!!! with waffle, red cherries, banana, and vanilla ice cream topped with caramel. My first taste of haagen dazz ice cream in SM Mall of Asia.

Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo Are Now Married!

It was reported in the Bombo Radyo that Actress Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo exchange vows early this morning in an old church in San Juan Batangas. The wedding was officiated by Fr. Tito Caluag.

It was attended by few friends of the couple like Sen. Francis Pangilinan, Sharon Cuneta, Kc Concepcion, Joyce Bernal and Rory Quintos. It is also said that Ogie Alcasid and Regine Velasquez sang in their wedding.

They are now headed to an undisclosed resort for their reception.

A welcome news after the swine flu scare and Ted Failon's wife.
Congratulations!

The Devil and The Duck

There was a little boy visiting his grandparents on their farm.. He was given a slingshot to play with out in the woods. He practiced in the woods; but he could never hit the target. Getting a little discouraged, he headed back for dinner. As he was walking back he saw Grandma's pet duck. Just out of impulse, he let the slingshot fly, hit the duck square in the head and killed it. He was shocked and grieved!In a panic, he hid the dead duck in the wood pile; only to see his Sister watching! Sally had seen it all, but she said nothing. After lunch the next day Grandma said, 'Sally, let's wash the dishes' But Sally said, 'Grandma, Johnny told me he wanted to help in the kitchen." Then she whispered to him, "Remember the duck? So Johnny did the dishes.
Later that day, Grandpa asked if the children wanted to go fishing and Grandma said, "I'm sorry but I need Sally to help make supper." Sally just smiled and said, "well that's all right because Johnny told me he wanted to help? She whispered again, "Remember the duck?" So Sally went fishing and Johnny stayed to help. After several days of Johnny doing both his chores and Sally's; he finally couldn't stand it any longer. He came to Grandma and confessed that he had killed the duck. Grandma knelt down, gave him a hug and said, "Sweetheart, I know. You see, I was standing at the window and I saw the whole thing, but because I love you, I forgave you. I was just wondering how long you would let Sally make a slave of you."

Moral of the Story:
Whatever is in your past, whatever you have done... And the devil keeps throwing it up in your face (lying, cheating, debt, fear, bad habits, hatred, anger, bitterness, etc.)...whatever it is...You need to know that:

"God was standing at the window and He saw the whole thing. "

"He has seen your whole life... He wants you to know that He loves you and that you are forgiven. He's just wondering how long you will let the devil make a slave of you. "

"The great thing about God is that when you ask for forgiveness; He not only forgives you, but He forgets. "

Yagit! Streetchild Begging Alms

My tita gladys says i look like a "yagit", a child begging alms in the street.

Do I really look like one?

Watch Earth Hour Online

Join the Earth Hour tonight at 8:30-9:30pm (Philippine) time.

Save the Earth, Save our Planet.

Help us conserve our energy for our future generations.

Are You Smart Enough?

How well do you know your Greek Mythology?

Match each Greek Deity in the first column with his/her characteristics symbol or possession in the second.
A. Aphrodite 1. lyre
B. Apollo 2. trident
C. Artemis 3. thunderbolt
D. Hermes 4. pipes
E. Pan 5. dove
F. Poseidon 6. bow
G. Zeus 7. winged boots

Riddle
The Greek god Proteus was a shape shifter. Scramble the word PROTEUS four times and it morphs into three new words and a phrase. The new meanings:
1. performance groups
2. bearing
3. geyser
4. save for future use.

Definition of terms:
1. chimerical(kye-'mer-i-cull) adj. A. resembling a swan B. resounding, like bells C. wildly fanciful
2. Cerberus ('sir-buh-rus)n. A. three headed dog at the entrance of Hades. B. Trojan horse. C. Snake haired woman.

3. Halcyon('hal-see-un)adj. A. as fierce as an eagle B. lasting forever C. Calm and peaceful.

4. Sisyphean (sis-uh'-fee-un)adj. A. laborious and futile B. imaginary C. willowy

5. Nibelung ('nee-buh-loong)n. A. Sinbad's ship B. Thor's thunderbolt C. treasure-hoarding dwarf.

Answers here.

Paulo Coelho The Zahir: A Novel of Obsession

Paulo Coelho "The Zahir: A Novel of Obsession"


Zahir, in Arabic, means visible, present, incable of going unnoticed. It is someone or something which, once we have come into contact with them or it, gradually occupies our every thought, until we think of nothing else. This can be considered either a state of holiness or of madness.
Fauborg Saint-Peres (Encyclopaedia of the Fantastic (1953))

"The extraordinary new International Bestseller from Paulo Coelho is a haunting and redemptive story about obsession and its potential to both fulfill our dreams and destroy them."

Synopsis:

" The narrator is a best selling novelist who lives in France and enjoys all the privileges his money and celebrity bring. His wife of ten years, Esther, is a war correspondent who has disappeared along with a friend, Mikhail, who may or may not be her lover. Was Esther kidnapped, murdered, or did she simply escape a marriage that left her unfulfilled? The narrator does'nt know where to to start looking for Esther, or if, in fact, he even wants her back. Then, one day, Mikhael finds the abondoned husband and promises to reunite him with his wife. And in his attepmt to recapture a lost love, the narrator will discover something unexpected about himself."



Some phrases, lines and quotes in this book:

"We must never make our parents sad, even if this means giving up everything that makes us happy".

"Why do we love certain people and hate others?

Where do we go after we die?

Why are we born if, in the end, we die?

What does God mean"



"Love was also a synonym for tenderness, security, prestige, comfort, success. Love could be translated into smiles, into words like " I love you" or " I feel so happy when you come home".



"Love is a disease no one wants to get rid of. Those who catch it never try to get better, and thos who suffer do not wish to be cured."



"He taught me to love myself rather than to love him. He showed me that my heart was at the service of myself and of God, and not at the service of others."



"Suffering occurs when we want other people to love us in the way we imagine we want to be loved, and not in the way that love should manifest itself--free and untrammeled, guiding us with its force and driving us on."

How to Build a Dream House

How to Build a Dream House

Step 1: Finding a Lot
Find out the subsdivisions you can afford then look for a 2:3 rectangular shape and flat to lessen the cut and fill for sloping sites.


Step 2: Choose an Architect
Hire an architect you can trust and you're not intimidated to challenge the design. Always check his previous projects and asked for a sketch of his ideas. If it suits your own ideas, hire him and always agree on a fixed fee.


Step 3: Planning the House
The owner should be involved in planning the house. The longe it takes discussing the plans the less changes there will be during construction. The design phase should'nt be rushed. Argue constructively. Get your money's worth, say what you want, and let the architect worry about it. His job is to fit it into a concept and filter what works.


Step 4: Choose the Contractor
Ask the architect to recommend contractors and then both of you chooses.

Step 5: Paper Chase
The contractor took care of getting building permits from the city hall and village administration.

Step 6: Construction
The architect should be checking the quality of work of the contractors. The materials should be test for strength.

Taking time, doing your homework and carefully choosing the people your going to work with will make a big difference in building your dream home.

Time and efforts are needed to enjoy your hard earned money and to reside in a comfortable home you dreamed off.

1st Taste of Summer at Palm Grove Asin

cocobana, a combination of coconut tree and banana tree.

Enjoying the summer!!!


Big and small?

Sarap ng tubig!!!

why what's inside?

How to Control Emotions!!!

Here’s a funny way of reminding us how to handle our emotions.


HOW TO CONTROL EMOTIONS

This will guide you on how to control your emotions towards your better-half, friends, officemates and all the people around you.

The rules of practicing "ugaling langit, ugaling kaaya-aya" :

1. Ang naunang magalit ang may karapatang magalit. Pag naunahan ka na ng galit niya, tumahimik ka na lang muna.


2. Walang taong nag-aaway mag-isa. Pag hindi kayo sumagot o pumatol, titigil din daw ang taong nakikipag- away sa inyo.


3. Ang taong galit, 'bingi.' If someone is angry, wala raw pinakikinggan, so, don't try to explain and fight back. Hindi ka niya iintindihin dahil wala siyang naririnig kundi ang sarili nya.


4. Ang taong galit, 'abnoy.' Ayon sa pastor, Biblical daw ito because the Lord said when He was crucified, "Father, patawarin mo sila dahil hindi nila alam ang kanilang ginagawa." Modern term for these kinds of people are abnoys, so you better not get angry para huwag kang matawag na abnoy.


You should also know and realize that the people who make your day bad are jewels, because you need them for you to mature. Hangga't andyan daw sila at kinaiinisan mo, ibig sabihin, immature ka pa. God will not take away those people; it's for you to take away your bad feelings towards them. You'll know na mature ka na pag dumating 'yung time na hindi ka na naiinis sa mga taong ito because you have learned to accept them and to have patience with them.

5. Finally, the best part of this is to tell yourself na, because of this person, "I will grow in maturity," and that DAHIL SA CONTRIBUTION NIYA SA MATURITY MO, KUKUNIN DIN SYA NI LORD.



pag ngumiti ka..ibig sabihin, naka relate ka....

Quotable Quotes from friends

"Success is getting what you want, and happiness is getting what you get." YM of freda

"If you don't want to hear the answer, you should avoid asking the questions" YM of Jem

"He has made everything appropriate in its time. He has also set eternity in their hearts." Eccelesiastes 3:11 ... YM of Elee

" There is no more influential or powerful role on earth than a mothers'. Their words are never fully forgotten, their touch leaves an indelible impression and the memory of their presence lasts a lifetime." YM of Ate Marissa.

"Color your Diet"

COLOUR YOUR DIET

Eating a colorful diet with green, red, blue, white and yello fruits and vegetables is healthy, and can lower the risk of some cancers. But not all foods pack the same punch, says dietitian Marilyn Nanney. Add these powerhouses to your rainbow:



YELLOW/ORANGE:

Health Benefits:


Protects immune system, vision and heart health.


Old Standby: Corn

But don't forget:

Rock Melon, mangoes, oranges, grapefruit, carrots, sweet potatoes


BLUE/PURPLE:
Health Benefits:
Maintains urinary tract health; promotes memory function

Old Standby: Grapes

But don't forget:
Eggplant, plums, blueberries, blackberries

RED
Health benefits:
Sustains memory function and urinary tract health

Old Standby: Apples

But don't forget:
Tomatoes, red peppers, strawberries

WHITE
Health Benefits:
Maintains heart health and good cholesterol levels.

Old Standbys: Potatoes, onions, mushrooms

But don't forget:
Cauliflower

GREEN
Health Benefits:
Promotes vision, strong bones and teeth

Old standbys: Iceberg lettuce, green beans

But don't forget:
Dark lettuces, spinach, brocolli

Common Sense

Are these common sense or it depends on the persons point of view and present situations? Feel free to leave your comment regarding these ideas.

"Have you noticed that all the people in favour of birth control are already born? Benny Hill




I think:
"I would'nt have this baby if i practiced birth control but i have to practice it now to remain alive for this baby."

"People demand freedom of speech to make up for the freedom of thought which they avoid."
Soren Aabye Kierkegaard.

I think:

"Everyone has the freedom to speak but not everyone has the freedom to say what's on their mind."

Bank Account

A friend of mine sent this to me... I want to share this to all of you...

What they say?

Quotables quotes from tv programs in AXN, one of my favorite channels where i watch amazing race, The Duke, CSI, CSI Miami, CSI New York etc...

" One of the worst thing you can do is not to do anything!" Gil Grissom, CSI

"Anyone can be fashionable but not everyone can be stylish"
Rovilson Fernandez, The Duke

My One True Love

February is the month for those who wants to be in love. They are still searching for the real thing.I am glad that I found it sooner than the others.

"The most likely moment for something incredible to happen to me was the moment I was most certain nothing ever would." Jake Pauley

I have two most love of my life, my husband and my little girl. I have been single for 28 years of my life until I met him. We met online and after a month of chatting we met in person.

" The only safe thing is to take a chance" Mike Nichols and Elaine May

I took a chance on him eventhough I still don't know his background, his families, and his friends. We were in one country but in two different places.

" You only have to do a very few things right in your life- so long as you don't do too many things wrong." Warren Buffer

My co-workers warn me about my situations, a friend even told to be guard my heart but I did not heed their advise and went ahead with my feelings.

"The more you invest in marriage, the more valuable it becomes." Amy Grant

We're now nearing our second year anniversary as husband and wife, everyday is a revelation because were still discovering each others personalities. We still lived apart because of our work but we have constant communications, thanks to cellphone.

" They say marriages are made in heaven, but so are thunder and lightning." Clint Eastwood

If in the future will have misunderstandings, I'll just remember that this is the man I choose to be with for the rest of my life and I Love Him.

We make our own destiny and my destiny is Kahlel and jorela......

The Twelve Commandments of Living a Happy Life

The Twelve Commandments of Living a Happy Life

1. Make up your mind to be happy. Learn to find pleasure in simple things

2. Make the best of your circumstances. No one has everything, and everyone has something of sorrow intermingled with gladness of life. The trick is to make the
laughter outweigh the tears.

3. Don't take yourself too seriously. Don't think that somehow you should be protected from misfortune that befalls other people.

4. You can't please everybody. Don't let criticsm worry you.

5. Don't let your neighbor sets the standards. Be yourself.

6. Do the things you enjoy doing but stay out of debt.

7. Never borrow trouble.Imaginary things are harder to bear than real ones.

8. Since hate poisons the soul, do not cherish jealousy. Avoid people who make you unhappy.

9. Have many interests. If you can't travel, read about new places.

10. Don't hold postmortems. Don't spend your time brooding over sorrows or mistakes. Don't be one who never get over things.

11. Do what you can for those less fortunate than yourself

12. Keep busy at something. A busy person never has time to be unhappy...

The Unquestionable Truth

The Unquestionable Truth

There are instances in our life that we must choose between good and bad. But who tells us that is good or bad, our society? our friends? our families? or just our own beliefs and understanding?

This blog is all about the unquestionable truth about love, friendships, religion and anything that concerns life in general.

It maybe in the form of quotes, short stories, personal experiences, pictures....

Hope as you visit this site you will leave your comments, reactions and suggestions.