Joshua got it... Got his sister's attention! This Go Green Friday I am featuring Baby Josh with his attire... I made that squash and the papaya thing ^_^...
Her Mom was so proud to announce that Josh will be representing the whole district... Hmmm.. with his cuteness and wit, he deserves it. ♥

Head on to Julie for more of Go Green Friday

I love World History subject. Back in my High School Days, I love it when our teacher unfolds before us the significant event that concerned the whole wide world. Specifically, I am very interested to listen about the World War stories. I heard a lot of them from my late grand father. He is a Veteran, the unsung hero during his time.

Looking back, every country has its line of defense that will safeguard the citizens against terrorism. I should have known that being a citizen from one of the feared regions of the Philippines. Once in a while if not oftentimes, I heard news about war and terrorism not only on my country but other countries as well. The front liners are our soldiers who are willing to die in the name of love and freedom to the country to which they belong. World Wars 1 and 2 that became highlight in World History subjects acknowledged the bravery of American soldiers who fought not only for their own country but for their allies as well. Who can forget the Vietnam War which cost thousands of lives both armed forces and ordinary citizens. But again that’s all written in the World History book.

And now, facing the present and anticipating the future, there are still a lot of stories to unfold which will be incorporated in the updated World History Book soon. Isn’t it more worth reading if what our grand children read on their history book are the generosity of every citizen who paid greater respect in honor of those who wage their lives for the country?- the Veterans.

Generosity in broader aspect means, giving what we have to those who needed it the most. One concrete example is car donation. Too extravagant to do, others might think, but upon knowing that through this way we can help the community and our country as a whole, then one wouldn’t have any second thought to do so. Why donate car to charity? Talking about war, I got this idea from the advocacy of the Vietnam Veterans of America initiated by the Illinois State Council. The idea they have implemented is simple, fast and secure through car donation charities. They initiated this to help in providing critical support services for their defenders.

What a great cause. Hopefully, our Armed Forces here in the Philippines would come up with similar brilliant ideas.

Expanding our territory... spreading the Gospel... Making Christ known...

What's so difficult with this that it seems like only a few made this as a commitment and part of their daily journey?

What happened to us that we cannot do such simple thing?

What happened to those who have done it yet out of obligation and not of passion?

What happened to me that I easily get discouraged when every time I will do it, I am rejected?

Think think think... What happened to our first love?

Have we forgotten it?

Have we lost that compassion for those who are lost not only within our territory but beyond?

I plead guilty to all of these...

Think think think...

An Ophthalmologist from Stahl Eye Center New York warned the teens who tried to imitate Lady Gaga's look on his Bad Romance music video. The kind of  online contact lenses that she used may cause permanent loss of vision if not fitted properly as this may cause eye infection. All Lady Gaga's fan should heed this warning if they want to see their future brighter and clearer.

Mom took this pic @ Marco Hotel wherein she's one of the Principal sponsors of the wedding of a common friend.


 

Marriages are ought to be sanctified... cherished and meant to last forever. Unfortunately, some couple overlooked the value of Marriage. It cannot be denied that Divorce or Annulment became a trend. One sign of misunderstanding can lead to separation. Some couples are short with patience. Whether celebrities or ordinary people both shared the same dilemma- facing marital conflict and unable to overcome it. This is possible to those who do not considered Marriage as a sacred union... to those who do not have knowledge that what God has bound together shall not be separated. This is the blatant truth that even my own parents is not an exception.  

But how can one stay in marriage when it is already poisoned with infidelity? How can one stand the feeling of animosity caused by broken vows? Sometimes, patience became devalued when overcome with the issue of trust and fidelity... 

Of course no marrying couples want to end up on this kind of dilemma. Our last recourse would be entrusting to God our partner that they should be His chosen one or else...

What an insightful Saturday!

Note: That pic was of my parents... the only one that's left, it was torn by the flood for the second time

I am deeply honored to post about this man on the picture. He is just an ordinary man with an extra ordinary heart. He is known for being straightforward. A principled man who fears no one except GOD. Some may misunderstood him for being so bold but many admired him for being such. He is a mentor, a trainor, a counselor and a father. He is tough yet soft-hearted. A loving husband and a responsible father. A disciplinarian and a man after God's heart.

He is our Boss, our Kuya, our Tatay and our Teacher... a multi-tasking man, quick tempered but cools down easily... He believe that nobody is perfect and that knowledge is power.

We are so blessed for having him as our leader... This man just experienced God's faithfulness in his life... To you Sir Melo, Happy happy Birthday!

The morning news shivers me about the old woman from Laoag City who became the latest victim of lightning stikes and was dead on the spot...

Then a thought occur to me about death... It can really happen at the very unexpected moment of our life...

Death is the greatest equalizer so to speak. Regardless of our economic status, professions, age and beliefs... Death will really come.

The question now is not how or when...

The question is: HOW READY ARE WE?

Hi, this is my second entry of July's Go Green Friday. And so for this week's entry, I featured my cutie little niece... Isn't she cute? Head on to July for more of Go Green Friday!

I have done blog hopping to all the Blogs on my list as well as half of my co- BC Bloggers... I truly enjoy the moment getting some insights and dropping my EC points too... :)

Until then... my eyes are a bit tired...

This pic is quite funny... I'm at the back but unfortunately, my beauty here is quite invisible... it was covered with the big open palm of my huggy... This was taken right after the Sunday service...

"Our first ministry should be our family"... this resounding truth lingers in my mind... And I know I heard it right... since my Ate left for Canada to join her hubby, it was only me, my Mama and Tatay who were left at home but in most cases, it was only the two of them since I am renting an apartment near my workplace. That is why every time I got the chance to be home, I tried to be of service to them especially to my Tatay who went through an Alternative Medication for his diabetes. Tuesday night, right after our Bible Study with my Nav's family, I went home (Thanks to Noli and Dahly for a free ride). I had a massage session with my Tatay and Mama... I enjoyed the moment knowing that they both wanted it so much. My Mama is now the Personal Caregiver of my Tatay. She personally administer the medicine and prepare the Boiled Puso sa Saging (hehehehe... how should I translate that? Banana's Heart?) There's a lot of foods to avoid. He only allowed to eat sweet potato (camote), uncooked banana (cardaba), soya milk. He also has to take molasses and honey, good thing his stomach easily adjusted. He is not allowed to drink milk, juice and coffee, he is not allowed to eat meat and preserved foods. No MSG, and a lot more. All vegetables and fruits are okay for him. My Tatay, or my Mama rather, should follow all the instruction given by the Doctor. He needs to undergo total cleansing which will last for a week. This alone already cost us almost 4K (thanks to the financial supports of my sisters). While massaging my Tatay, I declared healing through my payers. I know that through faith, he will be completely healed and by God's grace. 

Thank you as well for your prayers... 

Well, this is my first time to join... Ironically, I'll be sharing a little bit of a sentiments here regarding my Google Page Rank which recently dropped from 2 to ZERO... thus letter Z is for ZERO :)

Anyway, charge to experience...

That's all for my ABC Wednesday.. head on to Denise for more of the zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz's.. :)

Patience... it takes patience for a man to build PATIENCE :)

If all animals can do this, no more fortune-tellers would earn even a single penny...



Can I take Paul home?

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We know the importance of Page Rank ratings of  our blogs and the myriad of paid posting and advertisement opportunities available to sites with high Page Ranks. But with her busy schedule, maintaining two blogs had become a burden to her. This is the reason she decided to give The Twitterer to a blogger who would like to welcome her and take care of her.

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One of my well-loved movie with Hilary Swank on the lead is The Freedom Writers.. This is such a good movie ideal for novice teacher...

Here's the synopsis of the movie...

Fresh-faced, idealistic twenty-three-year-old Erin Gruwell

(Hilary Swank) is ready to take on the world as she steps inside Wilson High School for her first day of teaching. Her class, a diverse group of racially charged teenagers from different walks of life - African Americans, Latinos, Asians, juvenile delinquents, gang members, and underprivileged students from poor neighborhoods - hope for nothing more than to make it through the day. On the surface, the only thing they share is their hatred for each other and the understanding that they are simply being warehoused in the educational system until they are old enough to disappear. Despite her students' obstinate refusal to participate during class, Erin tries various means to engage them on a daily basis. Click here for more

Here's the trailer...



You will love this for sure!

Happy TCP! Head on to Kikamz for more of the entries...

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I was really amused with this video of Jollibee... Isn't he sooo cute and huggable?

I can't believe i'll be too old to look at 20 years from now! My church mate made this and posted on my facebook account for the whole world to see! Well, by God's grace I do believe that God will allow me to grow old gracefully...

Anyway, this is just for fun... Want to look at yourself 20 years from now? Upload your pic at http://www.in20years.com/ and see for yourself :)

Just wanna extend my thanks to Ate Grace for giving me such a remarkable award like this....

To share this blessing, I would like to give this award to Karen Mortensen, Josie, and Raven ..... Check their site and you'll see how much they deserved this...

My colleague called me up this morning informing me that we'll be having a Psychological testing at 1:00 PM, i was somehow surprised but committed myself to comply. When we are already at the Guidance Office, I was surprised because it was not only Psychological Test that we need to take, there's an Aptitude Test, EQ and Work Habits Test... Weeee that was tough! My neck really aches... We have the options to continue with the other test on some other day, but i opted to do it all the way to maximize my time...

Can you imagine solving an Algebra problem (x-y which I have long forgotten),mind boggling Abstract Reasoning, Extra Difficult Reading Comprehension, Confusing Analogy and Situational Teacher-Student Challenges... Well, so far I made it and I am a little bit excited with the result...

Anyway... it's a good experience actually... It's nice to be reminded and refreshed of our past lessons...

for my first entry of Julie's Go Green Friday

♥ I am so proud to feature our rendezvous, the TUGAS... an overlooking place... uphill wonders of Gusa... I just doubt it if I could ever go back to this place again.. If you'll happen to visit here you will see the beauty of CdeO especially during night time... ♥

this two cool dudes beside me are my students, Terence and Oscar.... fans club? ^_^

taken during our last meeting on the previous semester...