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Beautifully written, Mr. Brownman. Thank you for your personal interpretation. I personally like your figurative example in describing how salt signifies the truth for good.

My respects,

Reading this reminds me of what my mommy always tells me, 'te Ging. "Dili man jud mo tulug ang Ginoo, Ondoy Bran. Ang tanan gi buhat nato sa atong life. Kita-kita jud na siya. Tanan. Ang mga bati ug ang mga maayo."

God Bless you Ate Ging for your kindness to Ms. Carole. You know, you may not know it but just the fact that you were talking to her and reaching out to her and showing care for her sufferings and the cross that she bears, probably gives her motivation. And comfort.

It helps, jud 'te. Especially for those who are suffering and are in pain, the fact that others know what they are going through is already part of the healing process.

Christ Jesus works through us,'te. All of us. He gives us what we do for ourselves and through our own spirit and body. That he gave us.

This reiterates to me of the beauty of the Holy Spirit. The parcelate. Who lives in each and every one of us. And our bodies are His temple.



Bless you, 'te. From the bottom of my heart. God Bless You. May all that you give to others be rewarded to you 10 fold.

Thank you for your explanation, Anastasio. I really appreciate it.

Mike, This article is very powerful in its content. And I do agree with it, completely. 200%.

I truly believe and recognize the power of the name of Christ Jesus.

All we have to do is call on Him. And faith in Him, and of his good works, and the works of his holy apostles and disciples. There is something truly wonderful about the Love of Christ.

And contemplating the mysteries in prayer and in benediction helps in digesting it.

I've been to 3 Catholic Religious Retreats 2 years back in the Diocese of Erie, Pennsylvania. Our catholic college chaplain, and my very good friend, Father Mark Hofman, asked me to come one day with some catholic students. I was hesitant at first, but I acquiesced.

We went in a blue van that Pops drove (I used to call Father Hofman as 'Pops' because he was a very strong father-like figure for me when i was in college, lol). We went to the cadence hall in Gannon University. When I entered the hall with my fellow Alleghenians, I was surprised to see dozens of students in our age group (18-22). There we talked and chatted, and then out of nowhere we were introduced to His Eminence, Bishop Trautman, the Bishop of the Diocese of Erie, Pennsylvania.

O what an experience it was. We had religious dialogue concerning everything. We talked about catholic tradition, scripture, the need to strengthen ties between Catholics and Protestants, concepts of Judaism. We even had a little debate on the Church's views on Judaism and Islam. And other faith traditions. It was so spiritually enlightening as well as eye opening for me.

I never had an experience like it before, in terms of spiritual awakening. We prayed, we did a benediction to the Blessed Sacrament of Christ Jesus, homilies.

For me, the event passed by so quickly even though it lasted for 4 some hours. When in prayer with fellow catholic collegians, my eyes were running down with tears because of the feeling of content, joy, fulfillment in my heart.

One word that really describes it is this: BEAUTIFUL.

I went to several other catholic religious retreats, but the experience of the first time will always be in my heart. Many of us would claim that we were 'Born Again' into the One True Church.

And to that, I give thanks to Christ Jesus and for his continual blessing and guidance of the Holy Mother The Church. And to the 1.2 billion Catholic Christian faithful.


In Jesus' Name.

Quote from: michael-ligalig on June 05, 2008, 07:25:06 AM
By David C. McCasland
Our Daily Bread

A man who played double-bass in the Mexico City Philharmonic told me that the finest instruments are made of wood that has been allowed to age naturally to remove the moisture. “You must age the wood for 80 years, then play the instrument for 80 years before it reaches its best sound,” said Luis Antonio Rojas. “A craftsman must use wood cut and aged by someone else, and he will never see any instrument reach its peak during his own lifetime.”

Many important things in life are “next generation” mattersâ€"teaching, training, and parenting are among them. The apostle Paul invested himself in people whose spiritual influence would continue long after he was gone. He wrote to Timothy: “The things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also” (2 Tim. 2:2). Paul, Timothy, “faithful men,” and “others” represent four spiritual generations built on the enduring foundation of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Are we living only for today and the short term, or are we giving ourselves to others who will continue the faith after our race is run? Living for Christ and making disciples are all about the next generation.

He who love his son chastises him often,
that he may be his joy when he grows up.

He who disciplines his son will benefit from him,
and boast of him among his intimates.

He who educates his son makes his enemy jealous,
and shows his delight in him among his friends.

At the father's death, he will seem not dead,
since he leaves after him one like himself,
Whom he looks up through life with joy,
and even in death, without regret:
The avenger he leaves against his foes,
and the one to repay his friends with kindness.

-Sirach 30: 1-6

The Most High tells us this through the words of Sirach "Ecclesiasticus".
Mandated and Directed by the Lord of Hosts Himself.

'te Belle, your hand picture reveals alot about yourself. I can tell you have a green thumb. Gardener, eh?

Nature lover.

Quote from: smiffytheninja on June 06, 2008, 05:28:27 AM
Now that we've seen pictures of ourselves and other things that we have (ex: purses) let's see our pets!



I just bought a Pearlscale goldfish yesterday. Supposedly, these things can grow up to the size of a baseball! I hope they grow slow because I just have a 10 gallon tank right now. 

I used to have a Betta fish that lived a REALLY long time, but the first one died when I was in the Philippines and the second one died within two years. 

Any suggestions for names for this one? Right now, I'm just calling him Mr. Fishie... lol

haha how cute! I say you name him Mr. Bulgy. Or Mr. Keg. hahaha!

I love his colors.

Amazing, Mr. Bene.

King Juan Carlos tells Hugo Chavez of Venezuela to 'shut up'.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=X3Kzbo7tNLg&feature=related

Conversation in English translation.

My 'what if' dreams are usually in meeting and talking to Dr. Rizal in Spanish. Just having a conversation with this legend of a man.

Dr. Rizal spoke with a perfect Castillian-style accent. Northern Spanish accent.

The linguistic style of nobility and elitists of Spain during the time. What a handsome voice he must have had.

Rizal spoke, understood and wrote in more than 8 languages.

His mastery in the Spanish language was keenly noted by his medical educators and fellow classmates while he attended medical school in Spain in the late 19th century.

Rizal was also educated and schooled in Germany. And spoke perfect German; exceptionally fluent in it as well as Latin.

What a man Rizal must have been. The Ultimate Filipino.

This is what infuriates me. It takes politicians years to 'debate' about something that scientists have proclaimed as scientific fact for the past 2 decades.

Biogeochemists, Paleolimnologists, Limnologists, Geologists, Surface Geologists, and Environmental Scientists have declared this as fact for years now.

Thousands of articles, books, journals have been written on this issue.

And now the politicians want to 'debate' it. lol.

It would be interesting to see Mrs. Clinton accept a vice-presidential nomination on the Obama ticket.

What an interesting duo they both would make.

lol, Bem, I've been addicted to this song since the first time I heard it. Back in October 2006.

hahaha, naughty naughty man na, Bem.

Very..

If i cant go to sleep, I'll sit on my couch and read a book. And read till I fall asleep. I've been known to that many times back in college--where I was forced by the librarian to leave the library because I fell asleep in the library basement.  One time I was there till 2 AM in the morning until the librarian woke me up to go back to my dorm and take a 'night's rest'. lol.

Good times. Good times.

Gotta love finals examination week.

Quote from: kiamoy` on June 05, 2008, 07:12:55 AM
natural c lorenzo maka pgrade ug A+

haha

Natural at being Natural.

Quote from: benelynne on June 05, 2008, 07:24:30 AM
People say I'm also natural at languages.

My Japanese manuscript on the mundane theme "My Room" was once made a model composition in my Japanese class at college, where I was the only foreigner.

If I rate my linguistic ability in descending order of proficiency, it would be: English, Japanese, Tagalog, Ilongo, Binol-anon/Binisaya, Spanish... The last one is close to getting rusty...

Mr. Bene, how long have you been studying Japanese, sir?

The Power of Rome




The Eagle of Rome


Imperial Legionnaire viewing Roman Territory.


Imperial Roman Centurian's Armour.


Testudo Formation


Roman Trebuchet


Roman Auxiliaries


Onagers and Auxiliaricus. Technological terrors that mauled Rome's enemies to submission.

Chinese knight-errant or Yóuxiá

Youxia literally means ‘wandering force’, but is commonly translated as ‘knight-errant’ or less commonly as ‘cavalier’, ‘adventurer’, ‘soldier of fortune’, and ‘underworld stalwart’. The term ‘wandering force’ refers to the way these men solely traveled the land using force (or influence through association with powerful people) to right the wrongs done to the common people and the monarchy if need be. Chinese knights-errant did not come from any social class in particular. Various historical documents, wuxia novels, and folktales describe them as being princes, government officials, poets, musicians, physicians, professional soldiers, merchants, and butchers. Some were just as handy with a calligraphy brush as others were with swords and spears.

The deeds of historical knights-errant have been told and retold in the form of prose throughout Chinese history. One good example of knight-errant poetry is The Swordsman by Jia Dao:

   For ten years I have been polishing this sword;
    Its frosty edge has never been put to the test.
    Now I am holding it and showing it to you, sir:
    Is there anyone suffering from injustice?

Quote from: -<GEC348>- on May 29, 2008, 01:16:16 PM

And now, how about the Jedi knights?

The Jedi are members of an ancient and noble monastic order in the fictional Star Wars universe. The Jedi Knights are known for two things: their observance of a religion founded on The Force and their selection and admittance to the order, based upon specific talents that demonstrate that a person has a special link to such Force. The Star Wars universe contains a Galactic Republic, thousands of years old, in which a democratic ruling body, the Galactic Senate, oversees the Republic for the best interests of all the inner states, called Systems. Where or when the public order cannot be imposed through regular means of the law, the Jedi Order assists the Senate, sending their Knights to restore peace, thus acting as a guard corps for the Republic. The Jedi Knights are so effective in this role that, for much of its existence, Republic deemed the existence of a regular standing army unnecessary.

The Jedi are monks, warriors, handcrafters and philosophers, who devote their lives to the Order. They live in an impressive temple on the capital world of the Republic, Coruscant. Recruited at a very young age, sometimes even as toddlers, the Jedi are devoted to a life of service. Their early life involves training in the use of The Force; this training's purpose is to allow the Jedi to understand the special link each of them has with The Force, and the talents which they consequently derive from it, talents such as telekinesis, precognition, jumping to extreme heights and influencing the weak minded. The dark side users have the ability to produce electricity from their finger tips. Their training also involves combat techniques, which ultimately entail mastering an exotic weapon, the lightsaber, the signature weapon of the Order. In this regard, the Jedi Knight resembles a Samurai warrior more than a Crusader and, like the Samurai, Jedi have a poor opinion of ranged weapons, such as pistols or rifles, considering them uncivilized resources of battle.

The Jedi are intelligent beings, not necessarily human, who have a link to The Force, which is described as an energy field created by life, which casts a power over all matter and energy in the Universe (an entity similar to the Chinese concept of Qi, the "Great Whole of Life"). This bond, and the subsequent training to strengthen it, allows the Jedi to exercise fantastic talents. The Jedi is not a superbeing in the regular sense of the term, as a superhero or a deity, but a being with a connection to a universal channel of energy. Through the use of this channel, the Jedi can perform great feats of speed, reflexes and strength. The Jedi can see into the immediate future, so they appear to have unimaginably quick reflexes. Thus, the Jedi is not a superbeing, but a Force-driven being.

The Jedi Order has a nemesis in the Sith Order, an order much more simple in structure but just as old and just as rich in traditions as the Jedi Order. The Sith move within the cracks of society, promoting conflict and chaos. Their resources are secrecy and diversion, but when confronted in the open, they display just as much dexterity in the Jedi Arts as a Jedi Knight. They are also "Force-driven beings", like the Jedi, however the Sith are able to call on both the Light and Dark Sides of the Force, rendering them potentially more dangerous than the Jedi. This ability to use both sides of The Forces makes them convinced that they have more complete abilities, though a side effect arises from this: use of the Dark Side of The Force corrupts the spirit, the mind and the body of anyone who utilizes its power. They are characterized by their single-minded lust for power and disdain for sentient life. The Sith once ruled the Galaxy but were thrown out of power, and exiled from the Galaxy, by the Jedi Order.



Source: George Lucas' Star Wars Fan Sites.

Very commendable. Justice at last.

Say not, "it was God's doing that I fell away."
for what he hates he does not do.
Say not "it was he who set me astray";
for he has no need of wicked man.

Abominable wickedness the LORD hates,
he does not let it befall those who fear him.

When God, in the beginning, created man,
he made him subject to his own free choice.

If you choose you can keep the commandments;
it is loyalty to do His will.

There are set before you fire and water;
to whichever you choose, stretch forth your hand.

Before man are life and death,
whichever he chooses shall be given him.

Immense is the wisdom of the Lord;
he is mighty in power, and all-seeing.

The eyes of God see all he has made;
he understands man's every deed.

NO man does he command to sin,
to none does he give strength for lies.

-SIRACH 15:11-20

There is a specific verse in Sirach that resounds this message.

The poor man's wisdom lifts his head high
and sets him among princes.
Praise not a man for his looks;
despise not a man for his appearance.

Least is the bee among winged things,
but she reaps the choices of all harvests.

Mock not the worn cloak
and jibe at no man's bitter day;
For strange are the works of the LORD,
hidden from men his deeds.

The oppressed often rise to a throne;
and some that none would consider wear a crown.

-Sirach 11: 1-5

Quote from: kiamoy` on June 05, 2008, 07:22:55 AM
lors expound please ont his part..

I think it is the medical training Filipino doctors get in the medical school in Philippines. They focus on patient interaction, specifically schools such as The University of the East, University of the Philippines, Santo Tomas University, Far Eastern University, Cebu Doctor's University.

The Filipino doctors that I've shadowed in the past including Neuro-surgeons, cardiothoracic surgeons, gastroenterologists, nephrologists, family practioners, General Internists, and Podiatrists were very well versed in their specific fields. Patients reacted to them with humility, and respect.

Physicians and Surgeons can tend to be obnoxious at times in how they deal with patients; probably due to their stressed hours, and busy schedules. I've witnessed this personally when I've rotated with American physicians. Their patient interaction is very cold--there is almost a wall that separates the physician and the patient. You can tell that the patient is listening and has some kind of fear of the physician or hesitance to talk back.

However when I rotated with Pinoy doctors, they were very caring towards the patient and very approachable. Instead of the patient reaching out, it was they, the physician-surgeon that reached out. Asking about family history, interests, etc. They start a very warm conversation to open the patient--then from there go into patient history, medical history. When I talked to Dr. Villanueva about this and why he did it, he said he does it because if you open the patient up, the more cooperative they are to you--and will be more likely to trust you. Very strategic kaayo.

Sure there have been some Filipino doctors that were very serious, pero they have to be given their work condition and their manner of work. Filipino Surgeons are extremely strict and almost unapproachable, but their record in successful surgical procedures are impressive.

I seriously think that the way Philippine Medical Schools teach medicine is superior to American methodology.

The face of a prestigious Filipino-American Surgeon.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Dr. Dioscoro Villanueva, M.D
Dr. Dioscor Villanueva is a board certified in general, cardiac and thoracic surgery. He graduated from Far Eastern University in the Philippines. He completed an internship at United Hospital, Newark and surgical residencies at Lakewood City Hospital, Ohio; Memorial Hospital of Burlington County; and, Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center. Dr. Villanueva is one of the leading thoracic and cardiothoracic surgeons in the entire Southern New Jersey.

The other Filipino next to him is Dr. DeLeon, a board certified Colo-Rectal Surgeon.

Both of these Filipino-American Surgeons are Visayan.

Quote from: kiamoy` on June 04, 2008, 09:52:45 PM
Some of my callers, when they find out that Im from the Philippines, they're like.. oh? my doctor is a Filipino
It makes me smile

hahaha. I would have beamed with pride in hearing that.

Side story, one time my mom was driving fast to her hospital and she was stopped by the NJ State Police, they saw her in her uniform. Asked here where she was going, and my mom replied telling them that she was an I.C.U nurse and was going to work. The police let her go immediately. Turned out that that officer was taken to the ICU some years back after a shooting.

Saved. And it was by a Filipina nurse as well.

Filipinos DOMINATE the nursing field here in the United States. Every hospital in the United States, you will see Filipinos in the ER, ICU, OR, Tele, Med Surg etc. Especially in major hospital systems such as Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, University of Pennsylvania Hospital, New York University Hospital Systems etc.

Filipino Doctors go into Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and Surgery. So this is why alot of Americans know Filipino doctors because of the 'generalized' fields they go into. Pinoy Family Practice physicians care for American citizens ranging from ages 1 till 90s even in the 100s of  years old. The generalization patients have on Filipino doctors are:

1) Very approachable
2) Very intelligent
3) Clear vocals; easily understood
4) Confident
5) Compassionate and very 'personal'

Another thing I'm natural at is speaking Spanish.

LoL

"Touch my body" by Mariah Carey.

Sexy song, imho.

Quote from: grazie7y on June 04, 2008, 04:31:38 PM


Suicide, as what they say which I also believe, is a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

Suicides may 'solve' an individual's problems here on earth. But it is a selfish act. Selfish and unfair for those who loved and cared for the individual.

One cannot just 'cut' himself or herself off from the earth. And be expected to be forgotten.

The hearts of his friends, families, loved ones will ache for a very long time.

Dili fair. 

Reading about this reminds me the story of Job. Reminds me of the necessity in keeping our faith in God no matter how hard the life we live. In the end, blessings will be rained on one who never yields his fear of the Most High and continues his love of Him.

Job was robbed of all that he had. By the Devil. And still Job did not quiver in his faith and Love of God. After all the tests, he was showered time and time again with blessings by the Most High.

Patience and Faith are truly great virtues.

by Deep Sky

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Yea, theme song of 'Dirty Dancing'.

by Michael Bolton

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This is a one-time classic. Gut-wrenching powerful song, personally. Powerful lyrics.

by Patrick Swayze

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by Chris Isaak

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These coincidences are odd, lol. On my way back from work today, I heard this song at the local gas station where I stopped for coffee and gas. I was singing in the store as I poured coffee into my cup and then realized that I was singing quite loud. lol.

Good song. The meaning behind the song is eloquent. Disarmingly beautiful.

Name it after my great-grandfather.

Senor. Bernardo Lucino.

Quote from: junayag on August 23, 2007, 03:05:39 AM

in life, it is not all money....it is how to be loved....

This is so true, Mr. Ayag. So very true.

Even if money was taken away from me, I would not despair because only the Devil wants us to despair. He wants us to be sad, depressed, angry. The antithesis of happiness and love. God wants us to be happy, to persevere and look past the walls in our lives.

So for me, if I was robbed of all my belongings, I would continue to work. Do what I have to do to regain my belongings. Even if it means saving extra and limiting some expenses. So long as one helps himself, God will provide you with the ability to do what you have to do to succeed. God does not limit you, he provides us with the situations to rise above our present circumstance. To manifest greatness. And character.

The story of Job clearly illustrates this.

Quote from: grazie7y on May 30, 2008, 03:08:16 AM
$4.17 per gallon here in Sacramento, that's the regular gas.  Other corners I saw $4.20. 

Are you serious, 'te?!

I can't believe it. Hah?

Flirting with the chics. Either at work or even in class. haha

I tell them to their face.

"Excuse me sir, you vex me."

I ask my brothers to hilut me or step on my back and legs. That usually puts me to sleep.

Same. Wavy. My date had long black silky hair. Great with her body.

haha, because you have great taste in music man gud, 'te Ging.

As for me the song "how to save a life" has been replaying in my mind this week. Great song.

Quote from: enadespinosa on June 03, 2008, 06:31:53 PM
Im not talking for those people working abroad,what im talking are those people living in our country i dont think these rules will apply to them..their budget is not enough for the whole family when it comes to their daily necesities especially prices are rocketing day by day due to high fuel price,and what if you child who are in school budgeting for the parents is big headache..ive been also working in abroad for the past 20 years,im settled here in england,i dont have savings but property investment yes,retirement yes we have and life insurance...cheers

The same rules can apply to them. I do not believe that the destitution of the Filipino people in the Philippines is a constant rule. On the contrary, I believe that there are specific processes that can alleviate an individual and an entire family from economic paralysis.

Some instances of debt and dependence is due to spending beyond one's means. This manifests in the form of excessive children, excessive credit spending, and the incurring of 'utang'. I personally do not believe one should 'utang' for anything. Spend within your means. If you cannot afford something such as a car, a truck, a couch, dress etc without utang'ing then don't utang in the first place.

Sure its important to build credit, but good credit is better than bad credit.

Let me give you a specific case study. If you have a working class family living in the province, and have 4 children, and all children go to high school. It is perfectly possible to send the children to college to get a decent occupation. So long as the parents work appropriately. The cost of sending the children to school might be a burden, but that is no reason why the mother and father can't save at LEAST 5% of their monthly income. Say the father is a truck driver and earns 7000 pesos a month. The mother is a teacher and earns 12,000 pesos a month. If the father saves at least 300 pesos a month of his income and the mother saves 500 pesos a month. This totals up to a combined 800 pesos a month saved. Stashed away. In a year's time this is will equal to 9,600 pesos saved. This savings doesn't have to be touched. It should be already subconsciously mandated that this savings is 'untouchable'.

If cost of education and needs increase, then it should be the responsibility of the mother and father to maneuver around with their assigned income. Even if it means limiting the purchase of karni, maybe buying and cooking fish more often would be better. To save the food budget. Perhaps instead of buying rice and eating rice everyday, the family should eat rice 4 days of the week, and eat sweet potato and corn for 3 days of the week as the staple diet. Instead of buying expensive cell phones and texting constantly, perhaps the family members should refrain from texting unless it is for important reasons. This saves money and really builds up. Believe me.

Instead of showing off to buy clothes every week, perhaps you can save money and limit expensive habits.

Spend within your means and do not take up unecessary and expensive responsibilities.

Do what you can with the income you have. At the given time. If a friend asks for help, then help him with the extra income you have. You do not have to touch your savings to help him. The point of the savings is to keep it for yourself to be used for emergency situations that will affect your family. Or for retirement.

That is the key. Remember this saying:

"God Helps those who Help themselves."

Cheers,

lol professor X.

You mean silly student X?

Quote from: Happy on June 03, 2008, 03:33:21 PM
Unya kung pareha anang, nagtrabaho sa Mepza, nga molimpyo lang ug 3,000 pesos ang kinsena, nya mao ray saligan sa bayad sa boarding house, pagkaon ug ipadala pa sa guinikanan, itabang pa sa mga igsoon kay nag iskwela. Unsaon ba pagtigum nga naglisud naman gani ug bahin.

Siyempre, kinahanglan pud sa tawo nga maglingaw lingaw ug ginagmay, so iapil pa jud sa budget ang para lingaw lingaw, kay work and no pleasure makes a person crazy man hahaha
Boring bitaw sige work walay lingaw lingaw, makabuang jud.

Happy,

The trick to this is to somehow squeeze in save up even at least 200 pesos from your pay check. Though it may not seem alot at first, it goes a long way eventually. There is no excuse for anyone to be in a debilitating situation. Sometimes the individual has to prioritize some things and place others on the secondary list.

The point I'm trying to get across is the necessity in evading over-stretching one's self. You can't help everyone nor should you be expected to aid everyone. Whatever you can do with the funds you have, must do.

In the end, you need to think about yourself as well. And it is important to place and save a little for yourself.

What if something bad happens to you? Will anyone help you if you are the only one who is the working individual and everyone completely dependent on you? It is a situation no one should be placed in.

Savings is the key to prevent this circumstance from happening.

Saving for a rainy day is the wise thing to do. Even if it is 5% of your monthly income. In one year's time, it will show. Trust me.

Regards,

Dear Ms. D,

Would you please, please stop slapping my butt at work? You may think its nothing but it really hurts. Do you aim to make my lubut turn red at work?

How would you like it if I slapped your lubut? I would probably get slapped and get a sexual harassment lawsuit.

But if you continue to do this then I might just have to wear extra padding?

Your co-worker,

PS. Seriously the faded blue jeans look is so out of season.

Hahahahahahahaha LOL! Mao pood, very good point. Mo kuan na lang ko, use reverse psychology?

Instead of complaining, I should encourage it.

But what if she thinks I actually like it? As if I'm a pseudo-masochist..

So ya. There is a girl at work who loves to wiggle her hair with her head everytime she makes a point or says something. It wasn't anything at first but after a week working with her I've noticed it profoundly. She also likes to rub her ring finger around her lower lip, LOL.

Maybe I'm just feeling a bit too anxious or repressed as of late, but yea. Just noticed it.

Its rather hard for me to look her in the face and act serious because she has very disarmingly provocative body language movements. That I dare not divulge here.

Safe to say though, I think I'm getting hypnotized by her hair movement. 

Hahaha, believe me I've thought about it, 'te. Smackable raba kaayo.

TMI sigoro na. lol

Beautiful isn't it?

Jeez these bags look expensive. Whats up with the ladies and bags? I really can never understand it, LOL!

Bags and Shoes. But dang!!

How was the Loboc Children's Choir, 'te? I heard about them through the GMA network the other da raba.

Wow. She is like you, 'te. An accomplished lady. It must come from your family genes!

More Power!

Quote from: EL MUNDO on May 24, 2008, 06:32:35 PM
A TRIBUTE TO OUR OFWs

Jun, Under the Shining Arabian Sun
By Leo P. Udtohan
TRUE 25 May 2008 issue
'bout u
BOHOL SUNDAY POST


***
A seasoned writer holding his piece under the sun, Dioscoro “Jun” O. Ayag Jr. stands at the forefront among Filipinos with flourishing careers in a foreign land. And, he is a Boholano in Saudi Arabia.

His knack in writing has brought him to places, maintaining the lead in the fast-lane of global competition.

Before turning 50 on December 20, Jun Ayag had already mustered a heavy bulk of achievements as he always takes the lead with excellence in his chosen field.

That’s versatility.

And, that’s because his literary authority gives distinct color to every piece he writes.

Endorsed by the Philippine Embassy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Jun, as he is fondly called by friends and relatives, got a nomination to the Year 2006 Presidential Awards For Filipino Individuals Overseas an award that the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) gives to “Filipino individuals or associations for contributions that significantly benefited a sector or community in the Philippines or advanced the cause of overseas Filipino communities; and who exemplifies the talent and industry of the Filipinos or have brought honor and recognition through excellence and distinction in the pursuit of work or profession”.

In 1992, he received the Service Excellence Award For Outstanding Achievement by the Saudi American Bank in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

As recipient of Cocofed Scholarship Grant for a full four-year college education (1976-1980), Jun finished a degree in Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting (Bachelor of Science in Business Administration–Major in Management and Minor in Accounting) at the University of San Carlos, in Cebu City, where he was conferred as outstanding graduate.

In 1983, three years after college, he became a recipient of Scholarship for a Post Graduate Diploma Course on Shelter Systems Management and Development at the University of Life in cooperation with the Ministry of Human Settlements and the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP).

Then after earning enough experience, he chose to pursue an Arabian dream.

The Middle East sun honed his awareness on market trends, culture and lifestyle through business and personal trips to many countries other than Saudi Arabia- -Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland.

Jun’s training and work experience back home established in him the professional experience in human resources management and organization development particularly on recruitment and selection, benefits and compensation management, performance management, employee relations, event management, training and development, dispute settlement, contract & policy administration and asset/facility management, systems development, implementation & maintenance.

And, in the corporate world, Jun can boast of his competency in conducting in-depth organizational diagnosis, learning and training needs analysis, market research and industry analysis, budget planning and monitoring, performance measurement/benchmarking, strategic corporate planning and quality management review; business development, advertising, marketing & promotions and executive support services.

Aside from being an effective HR expert, Jun is also a licensed real estate broker after passing the Licensure Examination For Real Estate Brokers that the Department of  Trade and Industry gave in 1983, but has now become an inactive member.
For more than a decade, Jun as gained significant experience in international banking systems covering remittance, foreign exchange, short-term credit, relationship management from his employment with Saudi American Bank (formerly a Citigroup/Citibank affiliate).

He also has professional exposure in petrochemical manufacturing and marketing, banking, outsourcing solutions,  human resources/manpower supply and advertising.

He had been a speech writer, author, editor, contributor of various sports and corporate literatures.

He was among the chosen writers of the administration during the Marcos regime, and had written the Aide Memoire, Ministry of Human Settlements Input To The State Of The Nation Address that the late president Ferdinand E. Marcos delivered in July 1983 at the Batasang Pambansa.

He had also written the speech of the then first lady Imelda Marcos, during the inaugural opening of Sea farming and Research Development Center, in Bo. Binloc, Dagupan, Pangasinan in 1985.

He was the editor -in-chief of Connection, Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Cocofed Scholars’ Association school newsletter in University of San Carlos from 1978 to 1980.

As sports writer, he had written for the Saudi Gazette and Riyadh Daily, Saudi Arabia’s newspaper dailies.

He had also been an associate editor of Color and Vision, Astra Polymer’s company newsletter; and contributed articles for the Reach Staff Magazine and Attitude- -Quality magazine of Saudi American Bank.

He had also been a writer and editor of Corporate Profiles:  JAL International, Best Group, an Outsource Solutions and Raiz Group of Companies.

He had also been invited to be the master of ceremonies in various seminars, conferences and entertainment programs.

He had also been a choreographer of concert back-up dancers for Valentine’s presentation at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital Multi-Purpose Hall, Riyadh, in 1988 with Canadian and American nationals.

He had also served as adviser to the Association of Filipino Fashion Designers in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, from 2000 to 2004.

His long list of contributions to the promotion of Filipino culture and arts flaunts an artist’s fine inkling of details that gains for the recognition and respect to Filipino’s creativity that forms the emblem of pastime and entertainment for a cause.

In Saudi Arabia where is now based, Jun Ayag had achieved so much in his involvement in arts and culture-related activities.

Being part of the organizing team, he functioned as art director of the 1st Philippine Trade Exhibition at the Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which was part of the Philippine Independence Day celebration under Ambassador Rasul’s regime way back in 1987.

The next year, he was the choreographer for the Pamana Ng Lahi, showcasing the evolution of Philippine dances and fashion under the auspices of the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh. It was attended by members of the ASEAN diplomatic corps and the Filipino community.
   Then in 1999, he directed the three-act play entitled “Coming To Terms”, Entablado Filipino’s adaptation of  “Teaching Josefina”- -a sampling of Filipino literature at Saudi Aramco, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
He had also been an author, resource speaker, and facilitator for “A Glimpse On Theatrical Arts”, a series of acting workshops under the auspices of Entablado Filipino, Saudi Aramco, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia which was attended by Filipinos and other nationalities- -Irish, Polish, American, Canadian.

The workshop prospectus had been taken as a model seminar material for acting workshops at International Philippine School in AlKhobar (IPSA).

In 1999 and 2000, he served as the resource speaker in the first and second acting workshops that the International Philippine School conducted in AlKhobar (IPSA) attended by high school students with inclination to acting and theater production.

Then in 2003, he directed and choreographed the fashion show entitled “Colors“ at the Astra Polymers Annual Party, Hotel Intercontinental, Al-Jubail, Saudi Arabia.

Later, he was chosen as adviser to the organizing committee and chairman of the panel of judges in the Search For A Singing Star (Adult Dreamer and Bulilit categories) by the United Filipino Basketball Federation, AlKhobar in 2005 and 2007.

He was also a member of the board of judges for the GMA-7 Search For Pinoy Pop Superstar–World Challengers, Saudi Arabia 2007 at the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 9, 2007.

Then he has served as member of the board of judges for the Search For Ginoong Pilipino, and Ginoong Maharlika (two-separate events), showcasing Barong Tagalog designs by the Association of Filipino Fashion Designers in  AlKhobar.

Of course, he started in his own backyard with involvement in various arts-and-culture events in Cebu City where he actually carved his name in the entertainment industry.

Jun was a member of Kabataang Barangay Provincial Choral Group, and competed in the Himig Ng Kabataan regional competition held in 1976 at the University of San Carlos Cultural Center, Cebu City under the directorship of Enriqueta Butalid, the present head of the Center for Culture and Arts Department of the Provincial Government of Bohol.

He was among the cast in the ANNIE Broadway Musicale in 1979 at the Colegio dela Immaculada Concepcion; and in A Return To Forever Concert by the Missionary of Sacred Heart (MSC) Seminary and Capitol Parish Choir in 1978 at the Sacred Heart School For Girls Auditorium under musical director, Fr. Art Mateo, who was once associated with the famous Circus Band.

He was among the cast of the Pagsambang Bayan in 1978, a stage play production of the University of San Carlos–Theater Guild, an output of the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) Outreach Program, at USC–Cultural Center with the mentoring of Behn Cervantes and the Cebuano PETA members.

He had also joined the Norkis Angels of the Norkis Group of Companies Choral Group in a concert at the Thomas Jefferson Center Auditorium, SSS Building, Cebu City and Norkis Club House, and guested at Channel 7-Cebu and sang at the Redemptorist Church Christmas celebration in 1981.

Earlier in 1978, he was among the cast Member of the Bits and Pieces Dancers and guested at Dolphy’s Show at Cebu Coliseum with Matt Ranillo III and Lea Navarro.

The following year, he joined the Bandwagon Show of the University of San Carlos Theater Guild that visited the Hospicio de San Jose Home For The Aged, in the Argao and Consolacion Parishes.

He was also the choreographer for the Rhea Garments Show, ramp modeling and fashion show at the White Gold House, Lu Du and Lu Ym Bldg.; and the Best Buy Mart, a roving fashion show that guested in Ormoc City, Leyte, in 1980.

He had also tried as production staff in A Day In September, a fashion show of Albert Arriba creations in 1981 at the Magellan International Hotel, in Cebu City.

Jun had also been a part-time instructor at the Casa Bella Finishing School in Cebu City, a tutorial school for modeling, fashion photography, ethics and social graces.

He had also worked as public relations officer of the University of San Carlos–Theater Guild, voted as one of the university campus’ Top Ten Outstanding Organizations.

Back in his home province of Bohol, Jun was a member of the panel of  judges for Miss Talent portion of the Search For Miss Sandugo in 1997 at the University of Bohol Auditorium, Tagbilaran City.

He was also chosen chairman of the panel of judges in various beauty pageants during Anda town fiesta celebrations whenever he comes home and dance competitions.

His other links to the publication industry as writer and editor include the following: editorial board, Story of A Filipino Enterprise, Norkis Group of Companies, 1982; contributing editor, Norkis Press, Norkis Group of Companies Newsletter 1981–1982; associate editor, The Resource, Phil. Human Resources Devt. Center newsletter, 1983–1985; and contributor, The Diehards, University of San Carlos Reserve Officers Training Course (ROTC) newsletter, 1977-1978.

In Saudi Arabia, he was associate editor of the Color and Visions, Astra Polymers Company newsletter, Saudi Arabia, 2002–2004; freelance sports writer for Saudi Arabian dailies- -Arab News, Saudi Gazette and Riyadh Daily, and ghost writer for Abante Middle East contributors), 2002–2007; contributor, Saudi American Bank “Reach” newsletter and “Attitude“ quality magazine, 1991–2002; editor, JAL International Co. Ltd., Corporate Profile and author of the Company’s HR Policies & Procedures Manual and Employee Staff Handbook,  Saudi Arabia, 2006; consultant, Best Group Outsourcing Solution Corporate Profile and Quality Manual, Saudi Arabia, 2007; consultant, Raiz Group of Companies and Training Center Corporate Profile, Saudi Arabia, 2007.

All led these from a childhood in the rural town of Mabini, Bohol where he was born. All these and Jun has remained single at 49.

His mother, Vicentita Gerodias Orias vda de Ayag, is now based in California, United States, as his father, Dioscoro Uy Ayag Sr., a well-respected barangay captain in his time, had already passed away.

His two younger sisters, both products of the then Divine Word College (now Holy Name University)- -Daisy A. Agunod, finished Bachelor of Science in Commerce major in Accounting, and Maria Divina A. Felicitas, finished Bachelor of Arts major in Economics and Bachelor of Science in Nursing and is now based in Union City, California.

His early achievements started at school when he graduated First Honorable Mention at the Mabini Central Elementary School in 1972, and Valedictorian in high school at the Holy Infant Academy in Anda in 1976. 

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Email leoudtohan@yahoo.com Or visit www.bohol.ph.

Mr. Ayag! It is a pleasure to finally see your face, sir!

Sir, your accomplishments and your contribution for our countrymen as well as to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia precedes you, sir. My utmost and absolute respects.

Truly Yours,
BL

God Bless you Father! And 47 more years! By the Grace of God, we may have more good and decent priests such as yourself joining the priesthood.

This I pray through Christ our Lord. From which all Good things come from.

'te are there alot of Bol-anons over there in your area?

If so, please tell them to migrate to the east coast! Probably the single Boholanas too, lol!

Wa jud yamo diri huhuhuhu

'te make sure your sister doesn't have a boyfriend ha? Ang importante is that she focuses jud on the application process, examinations and coming here.

There is so so much time and opportunity for barkada-barkada and boys when she gets here. Who knows she might even marry a Doc! LOL.

My best wishes for her jud! All the best!

God Bless her, 'te! Please give my warm regards to her! From Mr. Lorenzo Lucino Jr! Tell her that I give her not only my appreciation and respect but my personal salute.

I am so very touched by her life story. So very touched.

Kita ka ana? Only a Filipino..

God Bless us Pinoys! All of Us!

There is always a time and a way for them, 'te. It is important to wait.

Sometimes it takes a couple of years. But when it happens, it happens.

Critical to this is the waiting process.

Humble man gud ang most Filipinos. Most of the doctors that I've rotated around with 'te, such as Dr. Villanueva, who is a cardiothoracic surgeon, does not boast of his accomplishments. He sounds so very everyday like, approachable kaayo siya. Very warm jud, so much that any person that meets him that didn't know of his professional background wouldn't know that he was rated one of the most pivotal Surgeons in Southern New Jersey by Virtua West Jersey Hospital Systems and Atlantic Medical Systems. The man has trained, literally, thousands of medical students and now practicing surgeons who use his techniques.

Which he learned from Philippine Medical School; University of the East-College of Medicine. Ma believe man jud ko sa ang training the doctors get in Philippine Medical Schools. That is why there are hundreds of American students who go to medical school in the Philippines every year. Quality and Reputability.

You are totally right about the character of the Filipino, Ate Ging. Hard work and professional commitment. The two are synonymous with the Filipino. IMHO.

Quote from: grazie7y on June 03, 2008, 12:03:24 PM
Dong, she is considering any part of the USA but we are still asking around sa mga nurses here how she can come here - that is if she needs to have an agency back in the Philippines to process her papers, etc. 

This is a popular agency in the Medical Forum that I am part of.

Maybe she can try to talk to them.

http://agencyofnursing.blogspot.com/2007/09/phillipines-nursing-agencies.html

Best of luck to your sister and cousin!

'te my friend's sister moved from New Jersey to Alabama last year. Both she and her boy friend are both nurses and they left for Alabama because of the lucrative sign on bonuses there.

There are hospitals in the south that are recruiting nurses to come down south; sign-on-bonus of $15,000. And a starting salary position of $60,000. This is for staff RNs. This is for a regular 40 hour week position, it is possible to over time and double that income.

Alot of nurses in the north east are actually going south due to the lucrative positions there, lack of competition, and the lower cost of living in the south. As well as greater job opportunities.

Your cousin and sister should consider it as well. Ang important thing is that they come here. Diba?

California is good, did she consider getting jobs in the East Coast or in the Midwest, 'te?

Theres alot of vacancies in Minnesota, Nebraska, N&S Dakota, Tennessee, Kentucky area, alot in Texas and in the South.

Mostly the West Coast and Northeast mid-atlantic are already saturated, but the midwest and south are in dire need. Mas daghang and opportunities there as well.

Quote from: grazie7y on June 03, 2008, 11:27:06 AM
Amazing jud that we have well respected Filipino doctors and nurses here in America.  Just last week, I was watching a documentary of CNN about health and medical needs of US presidents.  Naturally, the White House doctors were interviewed.  I didn't realize until then that everywhere the president go or even just inside his office, a team of medical professionals is just a few steps away.  One of the doctors interviewed was a lady, Connie Mariano.  I could tell she was a Filipino but just to make sure, I googled her name.  Indeed, she is a Fil-Am!  She was the Director of the White House Medical Unit attending to the health of then President Bill Clinton.  I was so amazed and proud of her achievements!

That says something doesn't it 'te? When even the White House Executive recruits a Filipino Doctor into the service for the care of the President of the United States of America.

One word describes the Filipino doctors that I've come to meet and know: Resiliency.

The only girl I've ever loved
Was born with roses in her eyes
But then they buried her alive
One evening 1945
With just her sister at her side
And only weeks before the guns
All came and rained on everyone
Now she's a little boy in Spain
Playing pianos filled with flames
On empty rings around the sun
All sing to say my dream has come

But now we must pick up every piece
Of the life we used to love
Just to keep ourselves
At least enough to carry on

And now we ride the circus wheel
With your dark brother wrapped in white
Says it was good to be alive
But now he rides a comet's flame
And won't be coming back again
The Earth looks better from a star
That's right above from where you are
He didn't mean to make you cry
With sparks that ring and bullets fly
On empty rings around your heart
The world just screams and falls apart

But now we must pick up every piece
Of the life we used to love
Just to keep ourselves
At least enough to carry on

And here's where your mother sleeps
And here is the room where your brothers were born
Indentions in the sheets
Where their bodies once moved but don't move anymore
And it's so sad to see the world agree
That they'd rather see their faces fill with flies
All when I'd want to keep white roses in their eyes

By Kevin Devine


Love it'

http://youtube.com/watch?v=6SvPEsE99io

Hahaha yup. Mom placed it in my room.

I have a very strong feeling that they both visit TB often. lolz

Hahaha aguy!! That means they read all that I write.

Patay ko!

Quote from: ms da binsi on June 03, 2008, 11:35:01 AM
bwahahaha!

tinuod jud Dodong na picture nako imong Daddy pagka dako sa lingon sa buhok! unya nag suot ug clogs!

huy did u get my card addressed sa NJ?

'te what was your graduation song?

Yes, 'te. I also sent you a package ha?

You and Ate Ging, actually.

Your card is in my desk.

I'm back home in New Jersey, 'te. Been back for almost 3 weeks now.

Guapo ning song no? Classic graduation song jud ni.
I remembered this song because one time when my old man and I were out, this song came out in the radio station and he mentioned it was his graduation song.

Haha, I can imagine seeing a young Mr. Lorenzo Lucino Sr. with his Afro, bell-bottoms and 70's era clothes. LoL.

Ah, kuyawa pood si Dad uy.

by Three Degrees

This song was my father's Graduation Song from College.
29 years ago.

Its amazing to know that the feelings I was feeling in leaving my friends; my own Dad felt the same way as well in his time. Its funny to know that Dad was 'emotional' before, haha.



http://youtube.com/watch?v=K6nhCJckejQ


PS. Dad if you see this, ayaw pa suko ha? lol. Tinuud bitaw.

I can listen to this song all day. Sentimentally beautiful.

Piano rendition.

O How I Love this song.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=1DXKKVO5LZ4

haha, very nice bitaw.

Odd because I was listening to this when I was driving back from work.

lol, i like to karaoke this song. I used to sing this song to Edwina during our weekend parties, lol.

I never knew that Filipinas could turn 'red' till then. haha.

good song bitaw.

She has my prayers and my strong support for her examinations. May the Lord invigorate her to remember all what she learned, and the ability to reiterate all the information. Strength to persevere and to achieve.

Always,

Currently, there are over 22,000 Filipino Physicians and Surgeons in the United States. Filipino Doctors and the Indian Doctors are the most numerous Asian Doctors in the United States. Dominating the Medical Field.

Amazing isn't it?

I am so gracious and grateful of the Nurses. My own mother is a Filipino trained Nurse, and have been working as a nurse in the US for over 18 years. To think that Mom used to be as young when she came here to the states, and enabled her to bring the entire family over here.

Even my own father, who is by trade a Professional Civil Engineer. But currently an O.R Nurse. lol. He once joked around saying, "I used to direct construction workers to build roads, canals and bridges in Saudi, now I am saving lives here. I would not trade it for the world."

This shows me the pure adaptability of Filipino Nurses. I REALLY and TRULY admire our Filipino Nurses.

I always am amazed that so many of the Filipino Engineers end up taking up nursing courses when they arrive here. Its just such a lucrative profession.

The Root and Cause of the 'Filipino Miracle Worker' here in the United States.

There are thousands upon thousands of Filipino nurses in the United States, an integral part of the American Medical System. That have saved MILLIONS of American lives.

The Filipino Nurse. God Bless You All! All of You!

Glorioso! Perfecto, Madam Orchids!

Mi Gusto, si supuesto.

Some rather interesting pictures I found in doing historical archival work this past year. Quite interesting for the Filipino Historians out there. 



Dona Sra. Augustin y Dávila. The wife of then Gobernador General Don Sr. Basilio Augustin y Dávila.
Dona Sra. Augustin y Dávila is pictured meeting with some local Moro tribesmen during her trip to Mindanao in the mid late 19th century. Spain, at the time, was increasing her footing in the south and beginning to 'Christianize' what it considered the Heathen Muslim South.

Of course prior to the advent of the Philippine Revolution and the American War with Spain in 1898.

This picture illustrates the growing hold Spain was trying to keep on the Philippines. However, increasing the hold actually spurned revolutionary feelings in the country.


Gobernador General Don Sr. Basilio Augustin y Dávila.
The Governor General of the Spanish Royal Colony of Las Islas Filipinas.
The Last Governor.

19th century; Figurative and literal expression of Las Filipinas at the time.

The only Europeanized State in the Orient. Then and Now.

Quote from: C2H4 on June 01, 2008, 11:21:58 PM
Hala, ka nindot ani dong. Maayo ni himuon dah. Mao man pud ni giingon ni Suze Orman.

Even if not 50% of the income, at least save 15-20% of it. Trust me it accumulates in one years time. I myself have been doing this for the past 7 months and believe me. It pays off. If a poor Medical Student such as myself can do it, anyone can.

Even if its as little as $50-$70 a month. Think about it this way, in 10 months time or a year's time you would have saved up some $700-$800 dollars.

The trick to this is to save up and do this subconsciously. Everytime one gets a pay check every 2 weeks, always take your appropriated savings and stash it away. Somewhere where you know you won't touch it. Like a savings bank or in time's savings.

This is why the 'rich' people stay rich. They always manage to save up for a rainy day. Over time, what they once deemed as 'side savings' will become a 'Pot of Gold' in a figurative sense. So why don't we, the middle class and working class, try to adopt some of their tactical strategy, okay? If they can do it, so can we.

Cheers,

He who love his son chastises him often,
that he may be his joy when he grows up.

He who disciplines his son will benefit from him,
and boast of him among his intimates.

He who educates his son makes his enemy jealous,
and shows his delight in him among his friends.

At the father's death, he will seem not dead,
since he leaves after him one like himself,
Whom he looks up through life with joy,
and even in death, without regret:
The avenger he leaves against his foes,
and the one to repay his friends with kindness.

He who spoils his son will have wounds to bandage,
and will quack inwardly at every outcry.

A colt untamed turns out stubborn;
a son left to himself grows up unruly.

Pamper your child and he will be a terror for you,
indulge him and he will bring you grief.

Share not in his frivolity lest you share in his sorrow,
when finally your teeth are clenched in remorse.

Give him not his own way in his youth,
and close not your eyes to his follies.

Bend him to the yoke when he is young,
thrash his sides while he is young,
thrash his sides while he is still small,
Lest he becomes stubborn, disobey you,
and leave you disconsolate.

Discipline your son, make heavy his yoke,
lest his folly humiliate you.

-SIRACH 30: 1-13

The throat can swallow any food,
yet some foods are more agreeable than others;

As the palate tests meat by its savor,
so does a keen mind insincere words.

A deceitful character causes grief
but an experienced man can turn the tables on him.

Though any man may be accepted as a husband,
yet one girl will be more suitable than another
a woman's beauty makes her husband's face light up
for  it surpasses all else that charms the eye.

And if, besides, her speech is kindly,
his lot is beyond that of mortal men.
A wife is her husband's richest treasure,
a helpmate, a steady column.
A vineyard with no hedge will be overrun;
a man with no wife becomes a homeless wanderer.

Who will trust an armed band
that shifts from city to city?

Or a man who has no nest,
but lodges where night overtakes him?

-Sirach 36: 18-27

by Earth Wind and Fire

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Oh man. Great cologne selections! Good bye dear Maistro! You will be missed!

Quote from: enadespinosa on May 30, 2008, 03:35:52 PM
@ lorenzo admin,controlling the cashflow is verry effective way to save but what about those who are earning on minimum wage and just rely only on their salary for living..i dont think they can be a rich guy even for along period of time.and speaking of bussines only few real pinoy into a big bussines mostly foreigners who are enjoying the fraud with the connections of some govt officials,im talking about paying the tax theyve earned from their biz. and the benifits and salary of their employees.

Very false. Do you know that the Filipino-American is the highest grossing Asian ethnicity in the United States? Averaging at about $65,000 a year? And you know that Asian-Americans make the most of any ethnicity in the United States?

The average White American makes around $45,000 a year. Average Asian-American makes around $55k+. The Filipino averages at $65,000.

Many Filipinos here in the United States, if not all, are in the upper middle class or in the elite class. Majority are Nurses, Engineers, Physicians, Dentists, etc. Who make easily over $100,000 a year. If not more than that.

And do you know what is key for our success? It is our saving's ability. Filipino-Americans are incentive based. We purchase large homes not for housing reasons, but for security reasons. Homes are a good financial safe. It retains its property cost. We invest alot into our savings, on wallstreet investment as well as on franchises.

Do you know that Filipino-Americans are one of the largest Asian-American groups that are involved in the franchise industry? As in owning 2 to 3 McDonalds, Burger Kings, KFC, Dunkin Donuts, etc. This is obviously present in the West Coast as well as in the East Coast.

Do you know that the majority of physicians who are of Asian-decent are Filipinos? Filipino and Indian doctors DOMINATE the American medical field. Why is this? How is it that such a small minority group that makes up only .08% of the American population can become a major player to the entire American Medical System? Because of business incentives. And savings!

Filipino Doctors, Dentists, Physical Therapists do not settle. They end up owning entire hospitals, clinics, units, and are either the Heads of medical units. Notice that most Filipino Doctors own their own clinics AS well as do hospital rotations on the side. Business skills, my friend.

The reason why Filipinos are so successful in the United States is because of that reason. Savings. Hard work. That is why Filipinos are THE most successful ethnic groups in the United States.

When Americans think Filipino, they Think immediately of a 'Rich' Doctor, Nurse, Engineer, Physical Therapist or Teacher.

They Think immediately of Professional. Educated. Elite.

How did they get there? Savings.

Quote from: enadespinosa on May 30, 2008, 03:35:52 PM
@ lorenzo admin,controlling the cashflow is verry effective way to save but what about those who are earning on minimum wage and just rely only on their salary for living..i dont think they can be a rich guy even for along period of time.and speaking of bussines only few real pinoy into a big bussines mostly foreigners who are enjoying the fraud with the connections of some govt officials,im talking about paying the tax theyve earned from their biz. and the benifits and salary of their employees.

Even if one is in the struggling middle class or working class, saving up is still a logical option. There is no excuses for debilitating debt, its all based on controlling your expenses and your unecessary habits.

There are people who I work with in the local hospital who are making and earning minimum wage. Yet they are still in a comfortable situation. Why is that?

1. They save at least a good proportion of their pay check. For example, if you're making minimum wage and earn about $1500 a month, then saving a good $300 from your pay check every month is key. Doing this will limit food necessities and dictate spending habits. Necessitating the need to cut back on unnecessary and 'expensive' habits.

As in cutting back on chocolates, cutting back on staying late at night, cutting back on water sprinklers, cutting back on electricity, turning off unecessary cable channels, trading in your SUV for a gas-efficient car.

$300 a month of savings might not seem alot, but in 10 months time, that is $3,000 worth in savings for a rainy day. Keep this up for 2-3 years and you will have about $ 6,000 to $9,000 saved up.

Or if $300 a month is too much for you, save up at LEAST $150 a month. In two years time that is $3,000 in savings. If you place this in your savings or in time deposit, you will not only retain its savings security but will incurr 5% interest generations.

Start now! Save Now! Keep this up and saving a minimum of $300 a month for a year will turn into $3,000. Imagine if you do this for 10 years? Thats $30,000. If you put this in the savings bank, it will incur interest growth of 5% every year. Think about it! Your money grows as you save up.

Its all about keen decision making economic skills. Think not only on the 'here and now' but on the future. Think retirement policy, think emergency 'what if' situations.

Cheers,

Miss Orchids,

Its a pleasure to talk to you again! How is Japan this Summer season?
When given the time, I will take pictures of the backyard for you. And of my mother's flower garden.

Promise.

With three things I am delighted,
for they are pleasing to the Lord and to men:
Harmony among brethren, friendship among neighbors and mutual love of husband and wife.

Three things of men I hate;
their manner of life I loath indeed:
a proud pauper, a rich dissembler, and an old man lecherous in his dotage.

What you have not saved in your youth,
how will you acquire in your old age?
How becoming to the gray-haired is judgment,
and knowledge of counsel to those on in  years!

How becoming to the aged is wisdom,
understanding and prudence to the venerable!

The crown of old men is wide experience; their glory, the fear of the Lord!

There are NINE who come to my mind as blessed,
a tenth whom my tongue proclaims:
The Man who finds joy in his children, and he who lives to see his enemies' downfall.
Happy is he who dwells with a sensible wife, and he who plows not like a donkey yoked with an ox.
Happy is he who sins not with his tongue, and he who serves not his inferior.
Happy is he who finds a friend and he who speaks to attentive ears.
He who finds wisdom is great indeed,

BUT not greater than he who fears the Lord.

Fear of the Lord surpasses all else,
its possessor is beyond compare.

-Sirach 25: 1-11

One who jabs the eye brings tears;
he who pierces the heart bares its feelings.

He who throws stones at birds drives them away,
and he who insults a friend breaks up the friendship.

Should you draw a sword against a friend,
despair not, it can be undone.

Should you speak sharply to a friend,
fear not, you can be reconciled.

But a contemptuous insult, a confidence broken,
or a treacherous attack will drive away any friend.

Make fast friends with a man while he is poor;
thus you will enjoy his prosperity with him.

In time of trouble remain true to him,so as to share in his inheritance when it comes.

Before flames burst forth an oven smokes;
so does abuse come before bloodshed.

From a friend in need of support
no one need hide in shame;

But from him who brings harm to his friend
all will stand aloof who hear of it.

-Sirach 22: 19-26

He who gloats over evil will meet with evil,
and he who repeats an evil report has no sense.

NEVER repeat gossip,
and you will not be reviled.

Tell nothing to friend or foe;
if you have a fault, reveal it not,
For he who hears it will hold it against you,
and in time become your enemy.

Let anything you hear die within you;
be assured it will not make you burst.

When a fool hears something, he is in labor,
like a woman giving birth to a child.

Like an arrow lodged in a man's thigh
is gossip in the breast of a fool.

Admonish your friend-he may not have done it;
and if he did, that he may not do it again.

Admonish your neighbor-he may not have said it
and if he did, that he may not say it again.

Admonish your friend-often it may be slander;
every story you must not believe.

Then, too, a man can slip and not mean it;
who has not sinned with his tongue?

Admonish your neighbor  before you break with him;
thus will you fulfill the law of the Most High.

-Sirach 19: 5-16

These past few days, I've been contemplating on the awe-inspiring power of the Lord. Everytime I ask for something and pray for guidance or for divine Providence' intercession, it somehow manifests itself. Though sometimes my answers are not answered according to my expectations, Providence always answers it according to His Will. And one immediately knows that the said action was the answer one was looking for. Even if it is reading a particular verse in the Bible. 

Reading the Bible, I stumbled on the answer that I was looking for and contemplating for the other day. Isn't it amazing how it was answered?

There is a specific verse in the Bible in Wisdom 7: 7-12

"Solomon Prayed and Wisdom and Riches Came to Him"

Therefore I prayed and prudence was given me;
I pleaded and the spirit of Wisdom came to me.
I preferred her to scepter and throne,
And deemed riches nothing in comparison with her,
nor did I like any priceless gem to her;

Because all gold, in view of her, is a little sand.,
and before her, silver is to be accounted mire.

Beyond health and comeliness I loved her,
And I chose to have her rather than the light,
because the splendor of her never yields to sleep.

Yet all good things together came to me in her company,
and countless riches at her hands;

And I rejoiced in them all, because Wisdom is their leader
though I had not known that she is the mother of these.



Beautiful isn't it? Pray for Wisdom, and It surely will come to you. Not only wisdom, but riches. Sometimes not in terms of wealth, but richness according to the Will of God.

What is in our backyard?

Well our 1 acre backyard is filled with grass, swing set, as well as my father's shed. And a very green lawn. All thanks to my father's dedication to his lawn.

You can say that its a family affair. I trim the lawn, dad mows it. And my little brothers clear the brushes.