Happy New Year!

Another year has passed... We will face another year again. Wishing all of you a wonderful and prosperous new year! Let's celebrate and forget all the bad memories that has passed. Let's start a year with a smile on our hearts as we face another year with hopes of happiness, success and good health. Hope you like a simple greeting I've made. :) Cheers! Happy New Year to everyone!

Merry Christmas!

Wishing everyone a wonderful and joyous Christmas! Let's not just forget what christmas is all about. It's not just giving gifts and having lots of food but by remembering Christ's birth and thanking God for all the wonderful blessings he has done for us.

Maguindanao Massacre

Sorry if I haven't posted and dropped EC in quite a while. I've been very busy with making chocolate lollipops. :) I'll post some pictures and info about it in a few days. For now I'd like to bring back my circulation in blog hopping especially with entrecard.
 

I was planning to post about the issues that are happening nowadays in the Philippines but I was so late to tell it all. But I was shocked and truly devastated with the news of Maguindanao Massacre. Lots of innocent people were brutally killed and buried to death with their vehicles in the ground, they also say that some women are raped before they got killed. It was all because of political conflicts between 2 political families that lead to these evil doings. Now that many witnesses are confessing and some who participated in this killing are telling the truth maybe because they are bothered by their conscience. I wish and pray that true justice may prevail and the true mastermind should be put to bars or have a punishment of death penalty. Because this is the worst thing that a normal person could do. I believe that the people who did this are influenced with drugs. I am in one with the victim's families that are hoping for JUSTICE.

CNN Hero of the Year

I've posted earlier that a fellow filipino was nominated in the CNN hero of the year. Very good news for us Filipinos because Efren Penaflorinda won! He said that 90% of the prize will be donated to their group and 10% would go to church. When I heard this, I was even more touched because none of these would go to himself, he is always thinking of others. A truly hero at heart. Here is the video of the awarding ceremony. From the CNN site:

Congratulations Kuya Ef! :)

Congrats Pacquiao! Proud to be Pinoy!

Another boxing history has happened today when two of famous boxers of today, Miguel Cotto and Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao had a great fight.


I happened to witness it much as I wanted to watch it through online streaming, I watched a couple of it live until round 6, but then had problems with my internet connection so I had to see the news from my friends on plurk (lolz)


Pacman knocked Cotto twice (round 3 and round 4) and manages to give strong punches. Pretty good game to watch because Cotto also thrown some good punches but then our hero had a lot of power over the fight.



The fight ended on round 12 when the referee stopped the fight. Thus another victory for "Pacman" which got him 7 different titles for boxing.

Here's some highlights of the fight:

Sources: http://pacquiao-vs-cotto.blogspot.com/
http://sports.yahoo.com/box/news?slug=ki-pacmanwins111409&prov=yhoo&type=lgns

CNN Heroes

I watched Umagang Kay Ganda this morning and I've seen their segment about CNN Heroes. They said that one of our fellow Filipino is nominated in the top 10, so I immediately voted for him.  His name is  Efren Penaflorinda. He has this passion for teaching the kids who are not so lucky to have a good education. He is roaming around the depressed areas with a pushcart or "Kariton" classroom.

Together with his team of volunteers, they teach basic reading and writing to those children who are living in the streets. Their pushcart contains books, writing materials, tables and chairs. The group also has a hygienic clinic where children can take a bath and learn how to brush their teeth. For more of his full story. You can read this article straight from CNN's site: Efren Penaflorida's Story

If you want to vote: here's the site - CNN Heroes

Source: CNN, CNN Heroes
Image from: http://i.l.cnn.net/cnn/2009/LIVING/wayoflife/03/05/heroes.efren.penaflorida/art.penaflorida2.cnn.jpg

My Mom

It's been 6 years since my Mom passed away because of the dreadful cervical cancer. I really missed her, she is my bestfriend , best Mom for me and my sister and best wife for my Father. Now that the all souls day is coming again, I remembered her again. We haven't visited yet her grave, we should have visited yesterday but it rained in the morning and then in the afternoon. Today, there are so many people there and decided not to go because we have my niece with us. My uncle and some of my cousins went there. Probably we'll visit sometime this week or the next week.

It was 29 years since she gave birth to my sister, and 26 ago when I was born, At first, she still worked in the office but when I came in the world, she decided to take care and be a full time Mom for us two. She is very kind, generous and patient. She is very soft spoken, that even if she is angry, you wouldn't know it. Because Dad is working abroad (Doha, Qatar) she is the one who took care of us. When we went to school, she always has time to be there when parents are needed. She would come to events, programs and our graduation. During our elementary days, we have our school service. During our college days, she would come with us and teach us how to commute. We have a van, but then my Dad is the only one who knows how to drive at that time. When summer comes, Dad comes for a 1 month vacation. That's the time that we got to be as one family again. But then as much as we wanted to be all together for the rest of our lives, we couldn't, our lives are just a gift from God, and he has plans. I know that our Mom is already happy with Him. She sacrificed many things for us and it's time that we give her the happiness she deserves. I love you Mom!

Growing Old

I got this from an email. I'd like to share it with you. Pretty funny but has a good lesson. :)

Seems like only yesterday...

BARBIE DOLL had her 50th birthday this year......

Tweety Bird  is 60 years old!

And what about all our other ....

CHILDHOOD

SUPERHEROES?  

SUPERMAN

Thor

Wonder Woman (touch of menopause here I think?)

Batman and Robin

SPIDERMAN

"Life is short, break the rules, forgive sooner, love with true love, laugh without control and always keep smiling.

Maybe life is not the party that we were expecting, but in the meantime, we're here and we can still dance....."

Typhoon Ondoy in the Philippines

Last September 26, 2009, Saturday was the worst experience that the Philippines had. A typhoon named Ondoy set off since Friday night. Heavy rains poured out and hence dams had to release waters that caused so much flood throughout the NCR and CALABARZON area. We were one of the few who are lucky here in the Novaliches Gulod area. But sadly, most of our neighbors were badly devastated by this tragedy. That morning My sister and cousin went to the clinic for the check up of my niece. I was washing our clothes then, I was with my niece and uncle. During the afternoon, my sister texted my uncle that they had nowhere to go because of too much flood. But then they were lucky and went on a shortcut and got home safely. During that time, I was busy washing clothes and helping my niece with her project. My uncle was uneasy and he was going out of our house to check out the flood in our area and was saddened to see that 4 houses apart from ours was flooded until  the 2nd floor of their house and when we checked our window from the back of our house it was like a sea of mud. My sister took pictures of it:

That area was Joan of Ark. We were shocked and was so afraid that we packed our important things and set it to our van just in case the flood would go into our house. We heard a lot of screams, and even witnessed a pile of men who are in their rooftop saving someone. We are afraid ourselves and even crying and praying that the rain would stop.

This was taken in the front of our house. 4 houses away from ours.

Half of our subdivision was merged in sea of flushing mud. Our chapel was wiped out. The bridge beside it was destroyed. Many of our neighbor's houses crashed. Later that afternoon, about 5 pm the rain stopped and the water slowly went down. That night, the water decreased and left a lot of damage to properties and even lives.
The next morning, my Uncle went out to see what happened. He said, there are many trashes in the street, dirty and muddy, he also took videos of the scenario. This was taken with the same window as yesterday:

That mud-like sea yesterday was the pile of houses. All were fixing their houses. And some where asking for help, especially their loved ones who where victimized by the calamity.

All day we tuned in the news, and was shocked to see that so many were stranded, lost their homes and lost their lives. It was very alarming that many of the places that we don't expect to have this would end up like this. In a span of time, this would happen. News said that the amount of rain  that happened during that 9 hours was more likely to be compared to a 1 month of rainfall. Also the government did not warn people that they would be releasing water in the dams. Private and exclusive subdivisions are also victimized, all walks of life were victims of these. Hundreds were killed, thousands were homeless, billions worth of properties were damaged. I am very thankful that we were not part of this and not harmed. I pray that all those who experienced this would be able to get up and be able to rebuild again. Although the lives that were taken can't come back, let's pray for their souls and may they be with God our Father.

Uncharted 2 Trailer

Cool trailer. Looks like a movie trailer. I'm sure that PS 3 players will look forward to this game.

Other cool ads

Wise Sayings

I'll share my own version of 8 Beatitudes and some of my favorite wise sayings written in the bible.

8 Rules For Happiness

Blessed are those who study well; they will have a brighter future

Blessed are those who help the needy; they will receive blessings from God

Blessed are those who are hardworking; they will be successful

Blessed are those who love others; they will be loved in return

Blessed are the honest people; they will be rewarded

Blessed are those who are kind; people will love them

Blessed are those who have many friends; they will always stay happy

Blessed are those who always pray; they will become closer to God

 

Wise Sayings

Call to me when trouble comes;

I will save you,

and you will praise me.

 God is my savior;

I will trust him and not be afraid.

The Lord gives me power and strength.

He is my savior.

The people who walked in darkness

Have seen a great light.

They lived in a land of shadows,

But now light is shining on them.

The man who does not find me hurts himself.

Anyone who hates me loves death.

Choose my instruction instead of silver;
Choose knowledge rather than the finest gold.

Listen to what you are taught.
Be wise; do not neglect it.

When you tell the truth, justice is done,
But lies lead to justice.

Wicked people do not really gain anything,
But if you do what is right,
You are certain to be rewarded.

A good man will receive blessings.
A wicked man's words hide a violent nature.

The more you talk, the more

likely you are to sin,
If you are wise, you will keep quiet.

People who listen when they are
corrected will live,

But those who will not admit
that they are wrong
Are in danger.

If you are good, you are guided by honesty;
If you are not trusted are destroyed
by their own dishonesty.

You can be ruined by the talk
of godless people,
But the wisdom of the righteous
will save you.

The Lord protects honest people,
But destroys who do wrong.

Intelligent people talk sense,
But stupid people need to be punished.



Wealth protects the rich;
Poverty destroys the poor

A man who hides his hatred is a liar.
Anyone who spreads gossip is a fool.

It is foolish to enjoy doing wrong.
Intelligent people take pleasure in wisdom.

A lazy man will never have money,
But an aggressive one will get rich.

Nothing bad happens to righteous people,
But wicked people have nothing but trouble.

A lie has a short life,
But the truth lives on forever.

Those who are evil are in for a rude surprise,
But those who work for good will find happiness.

If your goals are good, you will be respected,
But if you are looking for trouble,
that is what you will get.

Worry will rob you of happiness,
But kind words will cheer you up.

Be generous and you will be prosperous;
Help others and you will be helped.

The Lord hates evil-minded people,
But loves those who do right.

Foolish people don't care if they sin,
But good people want to be forgiven

Stay away from foolish people;
They have nothing to teach you.

When good people pray, the Lord listens,
But he ignores those who are evil.

Hot tempers cause arguments,
But patience bring people.

A lazy person is as bad as
someone who is destructive

Friends always show their love.
What are brothers for if not to share trouble?

It is better to be poor and fear
the Lord to be rich in trouble.

A gentle answer quiets anger,
but cruel words crush your spirit.

People who do not go along with others
are interested only in themselves;
they will disagree with what everyone else knows is right.

If you make fun of poor people,
you insult the God who made them,
You will be punished if you take pleasure
in someone's misfortune.

Listen. Wisdom is calling out.
Reason is making herself heard.

Being lazy will make you poor,
But hard work will make you rich.

The Lord is pleased when men pray,
but hates the sacrifices that wicked man bring him.

It is better - much better
To have wisdom or knowledge
than gold and silver.

We may make our plans,
But God has the last word.

Lazy people should learn a lesson
from the way ants live.
They have no leader, chief or ruler,
but they store up their food during the summer,
getting ready for winter.

If you promise to pay a stranger's debt,
you will regret it,
You are better off if you are not involved.

A hardworking farmer has plenty to eat,
but it is stupid to waste time on useless projects.

A wise son makes his father proud of him;
A foolish one brings his mother grief.

A nation will fall if it has no guidance.
Many advisers mean security.

A gracious lady is respected ,
but a woman without virtue is disgrace.

Anyone who is determined to
do right will live,
But anyone who insists on
doing wrong will die.