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“The reason people find it so hard to be happy is that they always see the past better than it was, the present worse than it is, and the future less resolved than it will be”
“Welcome every morning with a smile. Look on the new day as another special gift from your Creator, another golden opportunity to complete what you were unable to finish yesterday. Be a self-starter. Let your first hour set the theme of success and positive action that is certain to echo through your entire day. Today will never happen again. Don't waste it with a false start or no start at all. You were not born to fail.”
“Whenever you make a mistake or get knocked down by life, don't look back at it too long. Mistakes are life's way of teaching you. Your capacity for occasional blunders is inseparable from your capacity to reach your goals. No one wins them all, and your failures, when they happen, are just part of your growth. Shake off your blunders. How will you know your limits without an occasional failure? Never quit. Your turn will come.”
“Well, it seems to me that the best relationships - the ones that last - are frequently the ones that are rooted in friendship. You know, one day you look at the person and you see something more than you did the night before. Like a switch has been flicked somewhere. And the person who was just a friend is... suddenly the only person you can ever imagine yourself with”
quotes by: O.Mandino,M.Pagna,& G.Anderson
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Life, Half A Century Ago....
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Apr 22, 2011 3:33 am
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These past couple of days, I was off, and did some reflections. I had a trip down the memory lane. Childhood was one of them. Old photographs brought sweet memories, and I happened to dig this picture of our old Spanish home in Camiguin. This was the house where I was born, assisted by a local "comadrona". I lived here till 6 years old, before my mom took me to Manila. I have vivid recollections of my innocent youth. Life was so simple back then. Stress was a word unknown to me. We woke up early to the crowing of roosters, followed by chirping of birds. I don't recall having electricity, but huge kerosene lanterns provided light at night, where the moon was the main source of that awesome brightness. We bathed in the rivers, and nearby beaches for free. Washed clothes by the creeks and swamps, where my brothers used to create a temporary man-made pool, and below that site, where the water was scarce, the rest would go shrimping (sometimes leeches were there too).On our way home, we would pick some vegetable ferns (pako) and coconuts, and by lunch we'd have a hearty meal. Fruits were abundant, and it was okay to ask from neighbors or exchange/share what we had. Siesta (afternoon naps) and simple games were part of our daily lives. Bald dolls were considered luxury. Fiesta preparations were sumptuous and well anticipated yearly.
...And LENT,... Yes! LENT.... was observed very solemnly...
But those days are GONE!..but the memories will linger on...
HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!
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Keeping my fingers crossed...
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Apr 19, 2011 7:00 am
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It's been quite tough financially-wise everywhere here in the USA, and in all parts of the world. Downsizing, retrenchments, furloughs, and what have you. I used to work 7-8 days (12 hour shift) per pay period (bi-monthly), but since last year, the working hours are down to 5-6 days. Since then, I've learned to be more frugal in so many ways, including shopping, dining, and other things I can live without. However, I still would like to travel the way I usually do. I cannot stay here in the Valley for 4 months without at least, driving out of town or else, I'll go crazy.
I have had a few opportunities to work in other states or bigger cities, but I guess, it's not time yet. I still have to sell this old house (built in 1994)nicely situated here in McAllen, TX. My niece, Erma and hubby Kenan made a request (I'll blog about it later) to keep the house until this year as well.
While out of town the other day, I received a call from my boss, offering me another job which guarantees at least 7 working days. plus shift and weekend differentials. That's my gasoline allowance right there, since premium gasoline price is really skyhigh these days, and I am not ready to trade in my beemer as yet. For heaven's sake, it still has a showroom mileage and I am not gonna waste my resources in vain...Not anytime soon, and not anymore, period!
So, I'm keeping my fingers crossed...
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Lifetime Companion---Platonic Relationship
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Apr 12, 2011 6:30 am
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Yah_o source defines Platonic Love: " Platonic love (Latin: amor platonicus) is a deep and spiritual connection between two individuals: within such a relationship there does not exist any form of sexual connection or sexual elements."
I must admit, I have longed, waited, and indirectly/non-literally "searched" for love ( waited to be found by the right one, is more like it  since everytime men showed interest in me, where I felt oh no! NOT you!, I just either "run" or "freeze" ). It's been like this for almost 12 years now. I've developed fear of losing control (of myself, most specially), fear of a heartbreak  (not again!  ), and then lately (ulk!  it's harder to admit, but what the heck, I'll admit it anyway), the fear of growing older, alone....Over the years, I became territorial..
With that in mind, I have this wishful thinking of getting into a "platonic relationship" with someone where I can be with him, dream with him, travel and grow old with him, without any major pressure, share ( I said share, not giving all  ) whatever I have with him and vice-versa. But since this entails living together, I may have to give up one of my conservative values, that is, living with a MAN, other than my relative, in the absence of marriage. He can have his space, and I can still have mine, but we can arrange for something more solid that will bind us together stronger,... a spiritual commitment.
If something develops (other than platonic) in the process, then, it'll be a different arrangement. At least, the relationship was founded by something deep and less carnal..
But where in the world can I find this man? 
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Giving it ALL!
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Apr 6, 2011 9:38 pm
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In the arena of love, very seldom does one get a 50-50 chance of working things out evenly and fairly. They say love is about give and take. Really? So then, how come, others just keep on taking and not giving? It doesn't have to be material things (although, sad to say, both gender now takes advantage of any freebies), but also the emotions involved.
I've seen a lot of women, when they are in love, they lose themselves. Their world revolves around their men, and almost everything they do are dictated by their partners, or they volunteer themselves to be under their spell. Absolutely nothing wrong being "submissive", but when it comes to love and trust, my advice to all women out there: "DON'T GIVE IT ALL! Leave something for yourself." So that when the relationship is over, even if you lose that person, you still have yourself, maybe torn and broken, but not totally crashed and shattered. It'll be easier to pick up the pieces, mend, then move on to recover.
How many times have we heard men and women perished in despair? What a waste of life! And how many times do we make the same mistakes over (and over!)...again? Maybe it's time we love ourselves equally, if not more than anyone else!
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Crossing the lines? To Be or Not To Be?
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Apr 3, 2011 8:46 pm
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I watched from the news last week regarding a controversial entry of a Muslim British national, young woman and model named Shanna Bukhari, to the Ms. Universe beauty pageant. She caught the attention of worldwide media when she claimed to have received indirect threats to her life by other Muslims warning her to quit joining the pageant because they don't want her to bare more skin. When she was asked by CNN if she would don the swimsuit, she quipped that she would like to wear one piece instead of two-piece bikini for she believes that choosing and being a beauty queen should not be focused on the outside physical beauty of the body and face alone, but her qualifications to perform the humanitarian duties that are required from her for having the title.
To this, I certainly agree. I mean, I've read many stories of beauty contestants who starved themselves just to stay slim and shapely just to get in the pageant. There are those who've had quite a few augmentations as well. I don't understand why the standards for choosing a Ms. Universe is so inconsistent? The world laughed and mocked our very own Venus Raj with her "major-major" phrase, and yet, there are so many international contestants who won and still win the pageant without speaking nor writing any English at all! How in the world can they effectively assume their responsibilities without an interpreter?
Now, going back to this Muslim (born, raised, and resides in UK) beauty contestant. What do you think of her situation? Do you approve/empathize with her? or do you agree with her Muslim detractors to stay out of the beauty contest? Don't you think she deserves the chance to CHANGE what is considered orthodox?
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First Impression: Is It Really Lasting?
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Mar 31, 2011 6:44 am
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You know, people are quick to judge others by just looking at the way they "physically" look, whether that person is fully dressed or lacking any piece of cloth (lolz ). If one is fashionable and prefers quality (which is most of the time pricey) stuff, s/he is labeled high maintenance. If one earns so much but spends very little of it, s/he is stingy. If one smiles a whole lot, s/he is the nice and pleasant, and the one who has a serious look is the unfriendly and a snub
I'd like to cite myself as the example (to play safe) At the first glance, (here, there, and everywhere) people are mostly quick to have the impression that I am "high maintenance", arrogant, a snub (as in MATARAY), boastful, picky (well, in a way, yes, I am! ), and insensitive (maybe because I am blunt, and straightforward, most of the time) ...But you see, you have to really know me to judge me, because I can be the sweetest thing on earth  (is that boasting? ) thoughtful and generous, and yes, VERY FUNNY!  I can make you fart in laughter  And yeah, I was also accused of being boring, and that person has not seen me in person at all..Oh please! I sure am boring in "bed" right now, because I've not been with anyone for the past almost 12 long, freaking years! And get this one: I only brag about my son and my niece, Erma..Those who think I am a braggart, are plainly "jealous"
So, if you are one of those who judge people by first impressions...Think again! The ones who you think are super nice and sweet maybe the ones who have hidden agenda (and fly by nights ) and the ones who are considered unpleasant maybe the blessings in your life..But, wait a minute! Oh yeah! even the "duck", I continue to give chances, as well as the "interesting" fellow..bwahahahhaha! |
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It's Getting Better...
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Mar 29, 2011 5:13 pm
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For one, I just noticed that bloggers come up with better ideas and are interacting more sensibly these past few days. Does this signal the renewed enthusiasm of both old and new bloggers to post interesting topics? If this is the case, I'd say : BRING IT ON!
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The Art Of Interacting ( A Penny for your thoughts)
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Mar 28, 2011 5:21 am
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In blogging, each and everyone has a unique style. The same is true with the regular conversation (either by phone or in person). Some bloggers prefer just to vent or post, but are not apt to respond to comments by others. Some choose who can post on their comments, and others "screen" the comments before allowing them to be viewed by all, and quite a few do not like to quote on others' comments, and just address them individually. Different styles, different personalities. But of course, it all depends on the mood of the blogger as well. But at times, you can't help wondering Do we realize that at times, when we do not respond to people's comments, they feel as if they're ignored, or that their two cents worth do not matter nor count at all? Others also may consider "no response" as being RUDE. Ouuch!  Which is why, I try my level best to answer most if not all those who take time to post comments in my blogs, and let it "die a natural death" before creating a new one. Others cannot help analyzing that the way people blog is a transparent way to show some of their characters. They maybe good listeners, or just blah-blah-gers who do not really care if others post comments. For as long they write something, that's good enough..and some maybe both... But wait! Others prefer to just post comments on each and every blog there is, but lazy to create their own...So there you go!
The bottomline is, although there are no clear cut rules in blogging, one's style can become a MIRROR of his/her personality.
I personally believe that you are what you write...
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Racing Against Time...
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Mar 23, 2011 7:22 am
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What a world this has become to live in! Signs of times are definitely revealing themselves. Chaos, political, and economical turmoils all over the place, amidst the fury of nature from continent to continent. What have we done to ourselves? What have we been missing and neglecting so far? Had we been good and compliant, will it make a difference, anyway? Would it change what has been written and predicted in the words?
Today, one of the most famous and considered beautiful female celebrity, Elizabeth Taylor passed away, diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure. What a life she had lived, herself. What sort of illnesses and personal issues she'd been through. Did she pay dearly for being popular? She fought fiercefully for everything she held near in her heart, and yet, she succumbed to death just like anybody else. But through it all, people say, she died happy..
What about you? Don't you wish to live a lot longer? Don't you wish to acquire more wealth and spend more time with your loved ones? Or do you want to buy more time to enjoy the material things in this world, and cannot just give them up?
Life is not about how much you have, and how long you live. It's all about the quality of how you live it, meaningfully...And now that we are "racing against time"...Let's live it purposefully.
**** By the time, this will be released, I'll be at South Padre Island for a 3-day Nursing Seminar****
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Body Asymmetry (Uneven Body Parts)
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Mar 20, 2011 7:24 pm
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There are many people, men and women, who have uneven body parts. The most common among women is breast asymmetry, wherein the right is bigger than the left or the other way around. Of course, while wearing bra, it's not very obvious, but when not, it is very evident. Sometimes, one side sags, while the other is higher and firmer. People believe that breastfeeding children is the culprit. But what about those who did not breastfeed?..Another part is the eye..One side maybe round, and the other is chinky (not necessarily drooping). Next are the ring fingers. Try putting on your ring to the other side. Most of the time, if there is no allowance in size, more than likely, you'll need to use a lubricant to have it removed. What about the muscles and legs? Have you noticed that one side is bulkier as well? I know of a man who had to buy two pairs of the same kind of shoes because one side is obviously bigger than the other...Now, if your face is asymmetrical, and you are below 25 years old, ask your mom who was her obstetrician who delivered you. You could get a financial settlement for medical malpractice. Just make sure, that you haven't had any stroke at anytime prior to the asymmetry
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