Sometimes, life is hard to deal with. 

Circumstances overwhelmed us, no matter how we tried to find joy in the midst of trouble, it's hard and even harder if we are being pressured. 

They said, in order to survive we need to overcome all the life's issues and concerns.
The kind of people whom we dealt with everyday, are the same people who may break or make our day.
They are the people who may lift us up or put us down.
The real challenge that we need to overcome is ourselves.
How we deal with pressures affects our emotion, our attitude and our thoughts.
How we deal with others matters most.
Reality check. People are tend to be insensitive.
Dealing with those kind of people is far more harder than dealing with a fool.
What a gloomy day!

Sometimes we are consumed with our thoughts and emotions. Oftentimes, they do not get along well with each other. In other words, we are in the state of confusion... I used to believe that something good is about to happen to me, I used to feel it though I cannot deny the fact that my mind does not agree with me. I am pessimistic by nature. I do not believe in fate nor in destiny. "Come what may" was the trend that I used to follow. However when I came across the word "faith" I decided to change my perspective in life. But it's not that easy as I thought it would be. My old belief used to haunt me, telling me that everything is about luck, a game of chance. At my age, I do not find myself emotionally stable, I do not consider myself mature. I do not even know what I really want in life. Frustrations is within my reach. I easily get discourage, I easily lose hope. I became overly sensitive. At work, I always aim for perfection but the more I strive for it, the more I am overwhelmed with challenges. They used to tell me I am good but deep inside I know I am a failure. Was my mind and heart pulling me down or I am just too perfectionist that I forgot my limitation as a human being? I felt so exhausted and yet accomplish only a few. I wonder what life would be if I stop dreaming? Maybe then and only then I can have that peace of mind that I long to have or maybe I just stop from expecting too much to ease the pain that it might caused me.I used to ask God what He really want for me. I used to ask Him to reveal all His plan He set for me. I used to claim His words in Jeremiah 29:11... but it seems like bleak and difficult.I am not questioning His Sovereignty, I just cannot comprehend (or maybe I just refused to do so). My impatience is pulling me down. I appeared to be strong yet deep inside I am lost. I just do not know what lies ahead of me. I cannot picture it out. I am emotionally disturbed. Have I done something that caused God to delay all His plans for me? Lately I felt so weak and helpless. I felt like giving up. There is something that I want but I just do know what exactly it was. I wish I could read God's mind but I was reminded that my thought is not His thought and my ways is not His ways. I have so many setbacks in life and frankly speaking, I do not know how to overcome it all.

And...here we go!

1. Pickles : papaya?.
2. There's a lot of things to do at home.
3. The snow is white (of course!).
4. What can we contribute in nature preservation? (El Niño is unstoppable).
5. It's 5:16 PM; that means I need to prepare for my class.
6. True love is hard to find.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to get more sleep, tomorrow my plans include blogging and Sunday, I want to be a part of the True Love Wait Symposium! 

LOVE Month.. every couple seems too busy... I just don't know what consumes their thoughts and hearts right now... Valentines' Day for me isn't really that special... We can show love and spread love everyday in our own little way...
Well, for lovers out there who haven't planned yet you are cordially invited to our Valentine Concert featuring this year's True Love Waits theme: ANYTHING THAT IS WORTH HAVING IS WORTH WAITING FOR...
See you then at Celebration Church international (located at Rizal Theatre, Capistrano, CDO City)
Tickets are available for P10.00 only...
Don't miss this moment...
Give love...
   Feel loved.....
      God is love....
             Be inspired with God....
        

How much risk are you willing to take for your love to your child...
Jonh Q has the answer. Portrayed by Mr. Denzel Washington, this is a story about a father who is willing to risk his life just to save his beloved only son... When I watched this movie, it was really very moving..
Check its summary right HERE

Prices on basic commodities are getting higher... Just recently we had our LPG tank refilled and it has an increase of almost P200.00. Well, oil price hike is quite unbearable now but by the grace of God we're able to survive.
The science and technologies now never stop in innovating/ discovering ideas that will help the situation. In fact I have read a news about a rice invented by Indian Agriculture Scientist which need not to cook anymore.. Amazing isn't it? Well take a look at this video:
http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?cl=18036317

If India can do that, well, why not give it a try Kapuso?

The 3-day MUST Days finally took its toll with a great fireworks...
Check it out here

Reduce the harmful effects of stress on your heart and mind.

By Jen Laskey

Medically reviewed by Rosalyn Carson-DeWitt, MD

People with heart health concerns should be especially careful about managing the different sources of stress in their lives. The body's natural response to stress can increase your heart rate, raise your blood pressure, and release stress hormones, according to experts at the Journal of American Medicine Association. Stress also forces the heart muscle to work harder. high cholesterol levels, a person's inclination toward smoking, the urge to overeat, and lack of interest in physical activity. Robert Ostfeld, MD, M.Sc., an associate professor of clinical medicine at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City, adds that stress can put a strain on blood vessels and predispose a person to heart disease. "It's not healthy for you heart," says Dr. Ostfeld, "but there are a variety of techniques that can help you reduce the stress in your life." The American Heart Association (AHA) suggests that acute and chronic stress may also affect other risk factors and behaviors, such as

1. Build a Support System
   Start by talking to your spouse, family, and close friends about your health and your aspirations to manage the stress in your life. They may be able to help you take on, reduce, or alleviate certain stressors. You may also consider joining a support group for people with similar heart-related health conditions or starting individual counseling to help you learn more effective ways for tackling stressful situations.
2. Recognize Your Stress Triggers
   Learn to identify the things in your life that trigger stress — the workload at your job, frustrating relationships with family members or friends, driving in traffic, fear revolving around your health condition — and try to figure out ways to either avoid those triggers, or cope better with them through improved communication, deep breathing exercises, anger management, or even talk therapy.
3. Schedule in 'Time-Outs'
   Ostfeld suggests making a concerted effort to take time out of your day to relax. It can be as easy as taking 20 minutes to simply sit and think, to take a bath, or engage in an activity that sooths you, like reading, doing a crossword puzzle, or practicing some yoga.
4. Find Fun Stress-Relieving Activities
   Jogging, cycling, swimming, and walking a dog are examples of physical activities that are not only good for your overall health, but are also smart ways to reduce stress, according to Ostfeld. Choose an activity (or several) that you enjoy and do them regularly to keep your stress levels under control, but be sure to check with your physician before starting any exercise regimen.
5. Soothe Your Soul With Music
   Music can go a long way in improving your mood on your commute to work, at the office, while working out, or even while grocery shopping. When you're starting to feel the effects of stress, turn to your favorite songs, playlists, or station on the radio. "Listening to calming music," Ostfeld adds, "may also lower blood pressure."
6. Learn How to Say "No"
   One of the best ways to manage the stress in your life is to avoid taking on more responsibilities or social obligations. Set boundaries with family members or friends, be assertive when it comes to your workload and hours, and plan your schedule so you have the time you need to get things done. "Structure your life in a way that helps you manage stress," suggests Ostfeld. "And don't sweat the small stuff." 

Ref: http://www.everydayhealth.com/heart-health/heart-stress-busting-strategies.aspx?xid=nl_EverydayHealthWomensHealth_20100203

I found this so very interesting... well taken. :)

 

I have been into blogging for almost a year. At first I am so engrossed with blogging that it became a part of me... Months passed by and the demands of my work is increasing thus I need to lie low in blogging. Then Ate Grace encouraged me to pursue blogging so that soon I can monetize it.So I did and have myself registered to multiple websites that offers opportunities, and one of them is socialspark.com. It took me for awhile for my blog to be approvd by their management... But it's worth the wait.. I am now enjoying writing through the opportunities their advertiser allowed me to take. From $5 to $7.50 and the latest was $30! What encouraged me most to write about this was the fact that my post was chosen as BEST POST TO DATE... Well I know that many best post are still coming but at least I made it there! The opportunity was sponsored by the Syndacast company. Of course the least thing that I can do in return to this best opportunity (so far) is to post my comment of gratitude....

iLove it!
Oh by the way, you might be wondering why I have this post titled as Confidence its because, at first I was really hesitant to pursue this post with apprehensions that I may not be qualified or worst be rejected... Thank God He gave me the confidence that I need...

 

  

The real recession that the world felt right now is not solely economic recession but rather MORALITY RECESSION... The crisis begins when people tend to disobey the will of God.

We should not forget the main purpose of our existence here on Earth... it's no less than GLORIFYING GOD and do things as He commanded.

Have an Insightful Wednesday filled with His Word and wisdom.

God bless

Want to win this vibrant  Dell ST2310 and at the same time increase your Page Rank to 3? Sounds too good to be true? Not exactly! Check it out! The mechanic is so simple, just take their 8-item quiz for a chance to win the said item! hmmm.. nothing to lose! Come on, expand your imagination for a chance to own this wide screen displays for FREE!
Oh by the way, I took the test and here's the result:

Excel PowerPivot Quiz

I'm just a NEWBIE to Excelarator 2010! Nice try anyway :) Take the quiz as well! There's no harm in trying!
Oops.. this is just an update... (after 5 minutes of reviewing I took the exam again and the result was......

Excel PowerPivot Quiz

LOL! I got it perfect this time!

Today is brighter than yellow, you know why? three of our church mates made it to the Nursing Board exam! Praise God! What a good day to start for February! This POST is intended for these faithful young women who labored much and painstakingly took the comprehensive, intensive, purposive (what else?)grueling reviews coupled with prayers, prayers and prayers! I knew it from the start that they can make it. I know they deserve it... While keeping themselves busy with their review, they never neglected their ministry! Indeed, they are truly empowered to do God's will and in return, God gave them the best (as of this moment) time of their lives! I made it to a point to give credits to their achievement so I searched for their names and have it copied and pasted here... (Proof of their God-given wisdom and intellect)

Congratulations to our newly registered nurses of BHHHCI!

 

 Julie

 
 

Karren                                                                                                          Lyn-lyn

One of my Hillsong favorites, this has been our morning anthem at the office. Janet used to play this song every morning and we just sing along....
"Break my heart for what break Yours...
Everything I have for Your kingdom's cause....
Hosanna in the Highest!

Come and sing along with us..

God bless

Christmas season has just ended but of course God's love never ends and it's a fact that never expires. So what's up now in the air is the celebration of love! I do not mean here an agape or paternal, it's the love for your beloved someone. Most men right now were having a hard time picking up the right gift for their love ones.  Flowers and chocolates are quite on top of the list, well, that is what men thinks. I just found a site that offers an interesting advices and helpful tips ideal for men who cannot figure out on what to give. Men, as we all know, need to make a good impression and show much love and thoughtfulness more than what flowers and chocolates can offer. There are gifts that are very much available in the market. Valentine's Day ideas for girls and women doesn't doesn't really have to be girlish at all. Pink and Red presents are adorable for young girls who loves bright and vibrant colors. But not all women are like that. As for me, I may have this femininity thing but I do still appreciate those things that boys enjoyed as well. If you need further advise  visit www.articlealley.com. See for yourself the rightful gift that women would surely adore!

Hyundai: Getting Better and Greener

Hyundai: Getting Better and Greener

Have you known a car which can travel as far as 3, 147 kilometers for straight seven days and consumed only a total of 160.46 liters of diesel fuel? That is what we call fuel-efficiency. Hyundai got it with its new Hyundai Santa Fe R Diesel. It proved its worth to the recently concluded Global Green Challenge when they outperformed other contenders as to the performance and efficiency. The Eco challenge is indeed worth knowing and watching. How they were able to achieve it? Check all the videos on their YouTube Channel and be amazed on how they did it triumphantly.

The new Hyundai Santa Fe R Diesel has the following features which undoubtedly the very reason why it was able to outperformed other contenders.

GreenR - 27% more power and 7% less CO2 emissions*

*ADR 81/02 static laboratory urban cycle test for manual

SmartR - with push button start and safe reverse technology

LongR - up to 1,200km on a single tank

SafeR - 5 star ANCAP safety with rollover sensors*

*5 star ANCAP applies to all Santa Fe variants built from October 2009

StrongR - 27% more power and 10% less fuel consumption*

*ADR 81/02 static laboratory urban cycle test for manual

The over all feature of Hyundai Santa Fe R advocates the call for saving Mother Earth from global warming which resulted to a climate change. The Carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles contributed much to the unpredictable weather conditions.

Follow their journey and find out how the new Santa Fe R achieved its outstanding result, eventually claiming the prestigious SUV class of the Eco Challenge.

Don’t be the last to know, check their videos and see it yourself the latest of Hyundai SUV driving its way to stardom.

Psalm 119: 105- Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.

How powerful is the Word of God? It's beyond measure! It pierced through one's soul and it strike hard when you are being hit. It is in the Word that we find the truth... It is in the Word that we are being reminded, reprimanded and commanded to do what is just and right before God.
I am thankful for His Word... His Word is a revelation... An eye opening... Indeed His Word is a lamp to my feet so I will not stumble and a light for my path so I will be guided.

 Psalm 119: 9,11
 9: How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word.
11: I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.

His Word is not just an ordinary text, it spells a life everlasting.

God bless everyone!
Proceed to Lynn for more of the Thankful Thursday post

Yes, it's true... I Am Not A Famous Blogger... (as of this moment)...
But I am really really trying hard...
guess what? I learned to love blogging and it really doesn't matter to me now if I am famous or not...
What matters most is that I can express my thoughts here... I can share my insights...
AND slowly but surely, I was able to monetize my blog!
Perfect, isn't it? How I wish Ben Spark can give me more ideas and tips on how to become a famous blogger.... Or maybe, he will just consider me on his long list of (not yet) famous bloggers for interview (yes you read it right!).. Well well well... I am gonna be a famous blogger..... SOON!
How is that huh?

 Lately, I realized that I am too preoccupied with so many things and accomplish only a few. I have been too busy at the office that I was not able to finish checking the exam papers of my students, haven't started computing their grades and it is due for next week. At the end of the day I realized, it has been a long day and yet I was not able to meet my goal. Why am I working too hard? Why do I stressed myself? Indeed, I need to realign my priorities... I need to check my heart.

 

It's my first time to join this meme and I am proud to feature this Scenic Sunday my most favorite place. One may thought that there is nothing unusual about this scene. Well maybe yes since only those nearby residents have known its location.  I have been to overlooking places before but this particular place holds a special place in my heart... What's so unique about this tree was its location. it is situated separately from others.  The first time that I have been here the sun is about to set. Mind you, sunset is so cool to behold at this kind of place. I was not able to stay that long since it's difficult to go down when it's dark. It was on this place that a covenant was made between us and God. Sad to say, there are rumors that the place will be converted into a commercial place soon, hope against hope may it just remain as a rumor.  I wish I could go back there soon.

Way back in college, I am already fascinated with the Volkswagen Beetle and how it looks. I just find it so cute and feminine, though most users/owners are men. I cannot even believe its superb performance which really last for long. A good friend of mine own one in faded yellow color. The first time I get a ride with it was really unforgettable. As I was expecting for a cooler ambiance inside, I was a bit surprised when all I can feel is the heat. My friend then told me that the Air-conditioning System was busted. I really do not know about engine parts then so I just shrugged.

 It is only now that I learned that the Air-conditioning (AC) parts for any vehicle model like Volkswagen are replaceable.Volkswagen AC compressor , as they called it is available online at www.discountacparts.com for a very reasonable price. They offered full line of Volkswagen AC parts. Even for the old models like the 1995 Volkswagen Beetle, its AC parts can still be ordered with free shipping. Its quality is fully tested and guaranteed to be of best quality. They even offer a full warranty. It is very easy to shop with them and ask for order and support through their toll free phone number.

 Maybe I need to share this to my friend who owned the Beetle so my favorite Volkswagen model will be back to the high way once again.

                       1995 Model (the same model to that friend of mine) I really find it cute.