Top news for the day Source: Manila Bulletin Online Oil price cap may cause supply woes, Reyes says Placing a price ceiling on petroleum products could lead to a shortage in supply, which would altogether be a bigger problem. Japan hiring more nurses, caregivers The Japanese government said the arrival of the second batch of Filipino nurses and caregivers is expected by next year under the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement on the Movement of Natural Persons. Abalos airs anti-flood plan Mandaluyong City Mayor Benhur Abalos suggested that with the help of Congress, a re-dredging program would be possible t
o help prevent further occurrences of floods. Political ads on relief goods deplored A Catholic Church official said Thursday he is leaving the decision to the electorate whether the politicians who made use of the recent natural calamities to advertise themselves are still worthy of their vote in the May 2010 elections. Valenzuela to help rebuild damaged Meycauayan dike Foul-smelling and stagnant waters now covering some low-lying areas of Valenzuela City will soon be pumped out with the expected full reconstruction next week of a breached dike along the Meycauayan River. ‘Biyaheng Pinoy with Apl’ to promote RP tourist spots After the successful media roll out of Black Eyed Peas member Apl.de.ap’s music video, ‘Take U to the Philippines,’ the Fil-Am international singer is back in the country to launch his latest campaign with the DoT and MTV Asia, ‘Biyaheng Pinoy with Apl.’ Pagasa monitoring 2 weather disturbances The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) is closely monitoring two weather disturbances near the Philippine archipelago. Showbiz Chika for the day Source: Manila Bulletin Online Philippine film industry eyes new stage A new wave of independent Philippine cinema has had critics buzzing at festivals around the world this year but now industry veterans say it is time to win over audiences as well. Replacement romps away with male pageant title A last-minute substitute in the lineup of Mister International Philippines 2009 finalists grabbed the top prize during the pageant’s finals night. 
A gathering of ‘system-free’ filmmakers The ongoing 11th Cinemanila International Film Festival is once more a testament to the growing strength of the indie community. Bankable actor Derek Ramsay is also a sought-after endorser He has proven his worth as an actor in teleseryes like “Ysabella,” “Panday,” “Nasaan Ka Maruja,” and “The Wedding,” and in some movies including “Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo,” “One More Chance,” and “And I Love You So,” and now Derek Ramsay is also a sought-after product endorser. Polo’s riveting performance gets FAMAS Best Actor nomination Polo Ravales’ daring and challenging role in the film “Walang Kawala” did not escape the keen eyes of the members of the FAMAS. The Masskara Festival at SM Bacolod SM City Bacolod celebrates the Masskara Festival this October. Emotional twist in ‘SP: Palau’s’ tribal council Friday night, the Sonsorol tribe gears for a heart-stopping second tribal council. Da who for today Source: Wikipedia Arnel Pineda (born September 5, 1967) is an international Filipino singer-songwriter and is currently the lead singer of the American rock band Journey. Pineda has enjoyed a successful musical career in Asia for the last 25 years. Arnel Pineda was born in Sampaloc, Manila, in the Philippines. His mother instilled his love for singing at an early age, enc
ouraging him to sing along to songs from her favorite singers like Karen Carpenter and Barbra Streisand. Growing up, his parents entered him in many singing contests. His mother, who had been suffering from rheumatic heart disease, died when he was thirteen. Her illness had left their family deep in debt. Being a year behind on their rented apartment and unable to sufficiently provide for the family, his father decided to move out and ask relatives to take in Pineda's siblings. To ease his father's burden, Pineda quit school and volunteered to strike out on his own. For about two years his life was spent out on the streets, sleeping wherever he could: in public parks, or on a narrow bench outside a friend's crowded house. He earned meager money by collecting glass bottles, newspapers, and scrap metal and selling them to recyclers. He would also go to the pier with his friends and take on odd jobs like cleaning scrap metal and docked ships. He didn't have much to eat, sometimes rationing a small package of biscuit as his meal for two days. Despite all these hardships he tried to remain optimistic about his future. Videos of The Zoo performing cover songs by Journey, Survivor, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Air Supply, The Eagles, Kenny Loggins and other popular acts from the 70s, 80s and 90s, began appearing on YouTube.com in February 2007. On June 28, 2007, Neal Schon of Journey contacted Noel Gomez, a longtime fan and friend of Pineda who uploaded many of these videos, to ask for Pineda's contact information. Schon sent an e-mail to Pineda inviting the latter to audition for Journey. Pineda initially dismissed the e-mail as a hoax, but after being persuaded by Gomez, he finally replied to Schon's e-mail. Ten minutes later, Pineda received a phone call from Schon.On August 12, Pineda, along with his manager Bert de Leon, flew to Marin County, just north of San Francisco, for a two-day audition. The star-struck Pineda was welcomed warmly but he described the audition as "nerve-wracking, tense". On December 5, 2007, Pineda was announced as the lead singer of Journey. CNN Headline News ran the story as part of their "News to Me" segment. Pineda debuted as the lead singer of Journey on February 21, 2008 at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival held at the Quinta Vergara Amphitheater in Viña del Mar, Chile. Videos of the Vina del Mar performance are available at the Festival's home page and on YouTube. Chilean media acclaimed Pineda's performance (translated to English): "The new vocalist fit very well with the band, his vocal aptitudes shining through, which are very similar to the legendary musician of the band, Steve Perry." Journey keyboardist Jonathan Cain described Pineda's performance in a radio interview: "We went to Chile just recently, where we had never played and they went crazy, they absolutely went nuts...Arnel's first show — talk about a stressful thing — we had a televised concert for 25 million people...Is the guy a winner? Yeah, he's a winner. He's a clutch player." Journey returned to the US for a private Remax Convention event at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on March 6, 2008, then performed at Las Vegas' Planet Hollywood on March 8, 2008 (this concert was recorded and used, in part, for the Revelation DVD). On February 1, 2009 he performed with Journey at the Super Bowl XLIII Pregame Show. Gospel for the day Source: The Daily Gospel Online Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 12:1-7. Meanwhile, so many people were crowding together that they were trampling one another underfoot. He began to speak, first to his disciples, "Beware of the leaven--that is, the hypocrisy--of the Pharisees.There is nothing concealed that will not be revealed, nor secret that will not be known.Therefore whatever you have said in the darkness will be heard in the light, and what you have whispered behind closed doors will be proclaimed on the housetops. I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body but after that can do no more. I shall show you whom to fear. Be afraid of the one who after killing has the power to cast into Gehenna; yes, I tell you, be afraid of that one.Are not five sparrows sold for two small coins? Yet not one of them has escaped the notice of God.Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. Do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows. Word for the day Source: Merriam Webster Online oracular • \aw-RAK-yuh-ler\ • adjective 1 : resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery) *2 : of, relating to, or being an oracle Example Sentence: A knowledgeable wine drinker herself, Roberta refuses to assign oracular status to professional wine critics; she drinks what she likes, not what has been well-reviewed. Did you know? When the ancient Greeks had questions or problems that were worrying them, they would often turn to one of their gods for answers by consulting an oracle. The word "oracle" has several meanings. It can refer to the god's answer, to the shrine the worshippers went to when seeking advice, or to a person through whom the god communicated, usually in the form of cryptic verse. (The words "oracular" and "oracle" trace back to the Latin verb "orare," which means "to speak.") Today, "oracle" can simply mean an authoritative pronouncement or a person who makes such pronouncements ("a designer who is an oracle of fashion"). The related adjective "oracular" is used in similar contexts ("a designer who is the oracular voice of fashion"). Lesson for the day Source: Annie Sebastian from Quezon City Some famous quotes about PLANNING "After you've done a thing the same way for two years, look it over carefully. After five years, look at it with suspicion. After ten years, throw it away and start all over." -- Alfred Edward Perlman "The reason why most people face the future with apprehension instead of anticipation is because they don't have it well designed." -- Jim Rohn "If you would hit the mark, you must aim a little above it; every arrow that flies feels the attraction of earth." -- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow "Every minute you spend in planning saves 10 minutes in execution; this gives you a 1,000 percent Return on Energy!" -- Brian Tracy Joke for the day Source: Engr. Paul Elmer Morala from Duisberg, Germany Libangan Pari at Sakristan… Sakristan: Father, may libangan din ba ang mga pari.? Pari: Oo, nman, pagdating ng hapon, kaming mga pari rito sa bayan ay naglalaro ng mahjong. Sakristan: bakit po nman mahjong pa ang napili ninyong laro? Pari: kasi, ditto lang kami nakakasalat ng flower, iho!
Top news for the day Source: Manila Bulletin Online Oil price cap may cause supply woes, Reyes saysPlacing a price ceiling on petroleum products could lead to a shortage in supply, which would altogether be a bigger problem.
Japan hiring more nurses, caregiversThe Japanese government said the arrival of the second batch of Filipino nurses and caregivers is expected by next year under the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement on the Movement of Natural Persons. 
Abalos airs anti-flood planMandaluyong City Mayor Benhur Abalos suggested that with the help of Congress, a re-dredging program would be possible to help prevent further occurrences of floods.
Political ads on relief goods deploredA Catholic Church official said Thursday he is leaving the decision to the electorate whether the politicians who made use of the recent natural calamities to advertise themselves are still worthy of their vote in the May 2010 elections.
Valenzuela to help rebuild damaged Meycauayan dikeFoul-smelling and stagnant waters now covering some low-lying areas of Valenzuela City will soon be pumped out with the expected full reconstruction next week of a breached dike along the Meycauayan River.
‘Biyaheng Pinoy with Apl’ to promote RP tourist spotsAfter the successful media roll out of Black Eyed Peas member Apl.de.ap’s music video, ‘Take U to the Philippines,’ the Fil-Am international singer is back in the country to launch his latest campaign with the DoT and MTV Asia, ‘Biyaheng Pinoy with Apl.’
Pagasa monitoring 2 weather disturbancesThe Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) is closely monitoring two weather disturbances near the Philippine archipelago.
Showbiz Chika for the day Source: Manila Bulletin OnlinePhilippine film industry eyes new stage A new wave of independent Philippine cinema has had critics buzzing at festivals around the world this year but now industry veterans say it is time to win over audiences as well.
Replacement romps away with male pageant title A last-minute substitute in the lineup of Mister International Philippines 2009 finalists grabbed the top prize during the pageant’s finals night.
A gathering of ‘system-free’ filmmakersThe ongoing 11th Cinemanila International Film Festival is once more a testament to the growing strength of the indie community.
Bankable actor Derek Ramsay is also a sought-after endorserHe has proven his worth as an actor in teleseryes like “Ysabella,” “Panday,” “Nasaan Ka Maruja,” and “The Wedding,” and in some movies including “Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo,” “One More Chance,” and “And I Love You So,” and now Derek Ramsay is also a sought-after product endorser.
Polo’s riveting performance gets FAMAS Best Actor nominationPolo Ravales’ daring and challenging role in the film “Walang Kawala” did not escape the keen eyes of the members of the FAMAS.
The Masskara Festival at SM BacolodSM City Bacolod celebrates the Masskara Festival this October.
Emotional twist in ‘SP: Palau’s’ tribal councilFriday night, the Sonsorol tribe gears for a heart-stopping second tribal council.
Da who for today Source: Wikipedia
Arnel Pineda (born September 5, 1967) is an international Filipino singer-songwriter and is currently the lead singer of the American rock band Journey. Pineda has enjoyed a successful musical career in Asia for the last 25 years.
Arnel Pineda was born in Sampaloc, Manila, in the Philippines. His mother instilled his love for singing at an early age, encour
aging him to sing along to songs from her favorite singers like Karen Carpenter and Barbra Streisand. Growing up, his parents entered him in many singing contests.
His mother, who had been suffering from rheumatic heart disease, died when he was thirteen. Her illness had left their family deep in debt. Being a year behind on their rented apartment and unable to sufficiently provide for the family, his father decided to move out and ask relatives to take in Pineda's siblings. To ease his father's burden, Pineda quit school and volunteered to strike out on his own.
For about two years his life was spent out on the streets, sleeping wherever he could: in public parks, or on a narrow bench outside a friend's crowded house. He earned meager money by collecting glass bottles, newspapers, and scrap metal and selling them to recyclers. He would also go to the pier with his friends and take on odd jobs like cleaning scrap metal and docked ships. He didn't have much to eat, sometimes rationing a small package of biscuit as his meal for two days. Despite all these hardships he tried to remain optimistic about his future.
Videos of The Zoo performing cover songs by Journey, Survivor, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Air Supply, The Eagles, Kenny Loggins and other popular acts from the 70s, 80s and 90s, began appearing on YouTube.com in February 2007. On June 28, 2007, Neal Schon of Journey contacted Noel Gomez, a longtime fan and friend of Pineda who uploaded many of these videos, to ask for Pineda's contact information. Schon sent an e-mail to Pineda inviting the latter to audition for Journey. Pineda initially dismissed the e-mail as a hoax, but after being persuaded by Gomez, he finally replied to Schon's e-mail. Ten minutes later, Pineda received a phone call from Schon.On August 12, Pineda, along with his manager Bert de Leon, flew to Marin County, just north of San Francisco, for a two-day audition. The star-struck Pineda was welcomed warmly but he described the audition as "nerve-wracking, tense". On December 5, 2007, Pineda was announced as the lead singer of Journey. CNN Headline News ran the story as part of their "News to Me" segment.
Pineda debuted as the lead singer of Journey on February 21, 2008 at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival held at the Quinta Vergara Amphitheater in Viña del Mar, Chile. Videos of the Vina del Mar performance are available at the Festival's home page and on YouTube.
Chilean media acclaimed Pineda's performance (translated to English): "The new vocalist fit very well with the band, his vocal aptitudes shining through, which are very similar to the legendary musician of the band, Steve Perry." Journey keyboardist Jonathan Cain described Pineda's performance in a radio interview: "We went to Chile just recently, where we had never played and they went crazy, they absolutely went nuts...Arnel's first show — talk about a stressful thing — we had a televised concert for 25 million people...Is the guy a winner? Yeah, he's a winner. He's a clutch player."
Journey returned to the US for a private Remax Convention event at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on March 6, 2008, then performed at Las Vegas' Planet Hollywood on March 8, 2008 (this concert was recorded and used, in part, for the Revelation DVD).
On February 1, 2009 he performed with Journey at the Super Bowl XLIII Pregame Show.
Gospel for the day Source: The Daily Gospel Online Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 12:1-7.
Meanwhile, so many people were crowding together that they were trampling one another underfoot. He began to speak, first to his disciples, "Beware of the leaven--that is, the hypocrisy--of the Pharisees.There is nothing concealed that will not be revealed, nor secret that will not be known.Therefore whatever you have said in the darkness will be heard in the light, and what you have whispered behind closed doors will be proclaimed on the housetops. I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body but after that can do no more. I shall show you whom to fear. Be afraid of the one who after killing has the power to cast into Gehenna; yes, I tell you, be afraid of that one.Are not five sparrows sold for two small coins? Yet not one of them has escaped the notice of God.Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. Do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows.
Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online
oracular • \aw-RAK-yuh-ler\ • adjective
1 : resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery)
*2 : of, relating to, or being an oracle
Example Sentence:
A knowledgeable wine drinker herself, Roberta refuses to assign oracular status to professional wine critics; she drinks what she likes, not what has been well-reviewed.
Did you know?
When the ancient Greeks had questions or problems that were worrying them, they would often turn to one of their gods for answers by consulting an oracle. The word "oracle" has several meanings. It can refer to the god's answer, to the shrine the worshippers went to when seeking advice, or to a person through whom the god communicated, usually in the form of cryptic verse. (The words "oracular" and "oracle" trace back to the Latin verb "orare," which means "to speak.") Today, "oracle" can simply mean an authoritative pronouncement or a person who makes such pronouncements ("a designer who is an oracle of fashion"). The related adjective "oracular" is used in similar contexts ("a designer who is the oracular voice of fashion").
Lesson for the day
Source: Annie Sebastian from Quezon City
Some famous quotes about PLANNING
"After you've done a thing the same way for two years, look it over carefully. After five years, look at it with suspicion. After ten years, throw it away and start all over." -- Alfred Edward Perlman
"The reason why most people face the future with apprehension instead of anticipation is because they don't have it well designed." -- Jim Rohn
"If you would hit the mark, you must aim a little above it; every arrow that flies feels the attraction of earth." -- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
"Every minute you spend in planning saves 10 minutes in execution; this gives you a 1,000 percent Return on Energy!" -- Brian Tracy
Joke for the day
Source: Engr. Paul Elmer Morala from Duisberg, Germany
Libangan
Pari at Sakristan…
Sakristan: Father, may libangan din ba ang mga pari.?
Pari: Oo, nman, pagdating ng hapon, kaming mga pari rito sa bayan ay naglalaro ng mahjong.
Sakristan: bakit po nman mahjong pa ang napili ninyong laro?
Pari: kasi, ditto lang kami nakakasalat ng flower, iho!
Top news for the day Source: Manila Bulletin Online Rosales airs qualities of a good presidentManila Archbishop Gaudencio Car
dinal Rosales said that the qualities of a good president should be God-fearing, with morals, not involved in any anomaly, and knows how to give value to the poor and life.
Mayor warns of food shortage in Babuyan islandsCalayan Mayor Joseph Llopis said there was shortage of food and medical supplies in the islands in the Babuyan Chanel off the coast of Cagayan province almost a week ago.
Mandaluyong readies help for provincesThe Mandaluyong City government plans to send out relief goods to far flung areas affected by typhoon “Pepeng.”
PPCRV expects to register 3M before deadlineThe Catholic Church’s poll watchdog is optimistic that it will meet its three million target of registrants before the October 31 deadline.
Water lily source of Bicolanos’ incomeWater hyacinth, popularly known as water lily, is no longer a pesky plant that clogs rivers and lakes.
LTFRB issuing special permits for Halloween break The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board is now accepting applications for special permits from operators of Metro Manila buses who would want to ply provincial routes during the Halloween break.
Noynoy surges in SWS surveySenator Noynoy Aquino has taken over the top spot in the Filipinos’ preferred successors to President Arroyo in 2010.
Death toll from storms breaches 700 markThe death toll in the two cyclones that hit the country recently – “Ondoy” (international codename Ketsana) and “Pepeng” (international codename Parma) – has breached the 700 mark.
Showbiz Chika for the day
Source: Manila Bulletin Online
Starring Valerie Concepcion…really?TV host-actress Valerie Conc
epcion pleads to DVD pirates to refrain from using her photos as a come-on to buyers of illegal sex videos.
Net abuzz with alleged Maui Taylor-Brian Revilla Sex VideoShall we expect a Senate hearing on this?
MTRCB bars Osang interview from airingMTRCB disapproved the airing of Rosanna “Osang” Roces's taped interview on “Juicy,” a showbiz-oriented talk show aired on TV5.
Sunshine Dizon out, Nadine Samonte inActress Nadine Samonte will replace Sunshine Dizon in “Tinik Sa Dibdib” after the latter backed out from the afternoon TV soap which premiered recently.
Richard Gomez to run for congressmanIt’s final: Actor-TV host Richard Gomez will seek a congressional seat in Ormoc City in the 2010 elections.
The Unity Concert Tour hits USFrom the producers of the phenomenal hit concert tour, Divas 4 Divas, comes another show that will surely leave the audience spellbound – The Unity Concert Tour!
Reggae music revived: Blakdyak is back with his tribeThe singer behind the hits “Modelong Charing” and “Good Boy,” Blakdyak, is back again in the local music scene, this time with his tribe.
8th Italian Film Fest at ShangThe Italian film fest has found a new home in Shangri-La Cineplex. Since Oct. 14, the week long fest holds screenings from 2 p.m. onwards and has free admission.
A very promising band called KaosThis new rock band called Kaos may intrigue you with its name alone.
Da who for today Source: Wikipedia
Parokya ni Edgar (English translation: Parish of Edgar) is a Filipino band that was formed in 1993 by a group of Ateneo de Manila High School students. The band is famous and most lauded for its original
rock novelty songs and often satirical covers of famous songs. The band has since transcended musical genres, varying styles from one song to another - alternative rock to pop rock, funk to rapcore, and so on - while providing comic relief to their listeners.
Before Parokya ni Edgar
A man named Jahn Gonsalves founded the Comic Relief band now called Parokya ni Edgar. Naming themselves Comic Relief, the band originally consisted of three vocalists - Alfonso "Chito" Miranda, Jr., Jeric Estaco, Francis Vincent "Vinci" Montaner, and two guitarists, Miko Yap and Gabriel Ignatius "Gab" Chee Kee. They honed their musical skills through after-school jamming, before performing an opening number for an Eraserheads concert. This break prompted the band to add a drummer and a bassist - Dindin Moreno and Buhawi Meneses. The same performance also marked the change of the band's name to Parokya ni Edgar. After high school, Miko and Jerick, left the band to pursue other interests. As a replacement, the remaining band members invited to their fold guitarist Darius Semaña (lead guitarist).
History
Parokya Ni Edgar came from a joke answer Jeric Estaco gave during Philippine History class, when the teacher asked him where the father of Jose Rizal's fictional hero, Crisostomo Ibarra, was educated.
The band soon started playing at the legendary local band hub, Club Dredd. Coming out during the height of the Pinoy rock explosion, with the Filipino rock community giving in to the influence of especially grunge acts such as Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Soundgarden, Parokya ni Edgar played like no other. Their jokes, silly antics, and outrageous performances paved the way to the popularity that they currently enjoy.
Eventually, the late managing director of Universal Records, Bella Dy Tan, signed them as contract artists after witnessing one of their performances at Club Dredd. Soon their initial recordings such as Buloy, Trip and Lutong Bahay were heard across the nation. Their first album, Khangkhungkherrnitz became a triple platinum hit in the Philippines having sold 120,000 units. The other 3 albums include Buruguduystunstugudunstuy (triple platinum), Jingle Balls Silent Night Holy Cow (gold), and Gulong Itlog Gulong (platinum).
Gospel for the day
Source: The Daily Gospel Online
Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 11:47-54.
Woe to you! You build the memorials of the prophets whom your ancestors killed. Consequently, you bear witness and give consent to the deeds of your ancestors, for they killed them and you do the building.
Therefore, the wisdom of God said, 'I will send to them prophets and apostles; some of them they will kill and persecute' in order that this generation might be charged with the blood of all the prophets shed since the foundation of the world, from the blood of Abel to the blood of Zechariah who died between the altar and the temple building. Yes, I tell you, this generation will be charged with their blood!Woe to you, scholars of the law! You have taken away the key of knowledge. You yourselves did not enter and you stopped those trying to enter."
When he left, the scribes and Pharisees began to act with hostility toward him and to interrogate him about many things, for they were plotting to catch him at something he might say.
Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online
wiki • \WIK-ee\ • noun
: a Web site that allows visitors to make changes, contributions, or corrections
Example Sentence:
The corporation has designed a wiki to make communication and collaboration simpler and more efficient among its employees worldwide.
Did you know?
Today, wikis are common stops on the information superhighway; however, they only date to 1995, after computer programmer Ward Cunningham introduced his software WikiWikiWeb to the world. The software, whose name is based on a Hawaiian term for "quick," allows Web site visitors to contribute content to its pages and comment on and make changes to information posted by others. A site using the software is referred to as a "wiki."
Lesson for the day
Source: Atty. Albert Subarba from Pasig City
You might be the next savior
One day, when I was a freshman in high school,I saw a kid from my class was walking home from school. His name was Kyle.
It looked like he was carrying all of his books.
I thought to myself, 'Why would anyone bring home all his books on a Friday?
He must really be a nerd.'
I had quite a weekend planned (parties and a football game with my friends tomorrow afternoon), so I shrugged my shoulders and went on.
As I was walking, I saw a bunch of kids running toward him.
They ran at him, knocking all his books out of his arms and tripping him so he landed in the dirt.
His glasses went flying, and I saw them land in the grass about ten feet from him...
He looked up and I saw this terrible sadness in his eyes
My heart went out to him. So, I jogged over to him as he crawled around looking for his glasses, and I saw a tear in his eye.
As I handed him his glasses, I said, 'Those guys are jerks.'
They really should get lives.
' He looked at me and said, 'Hey thanks!'
There was a big smile on his face.
It was one of those smiles that showed real gratitude.
I helped him pick up his books, and asked him where he lived.
As it turned out, he lived near me, so I asked him why I had never seen him before..
He said he had gone to private school before now.
I would have never hung out with a private school kid before.
We talked all the way home, and I carried some of his books.
He turned out to be a pretty cool kid.
I asked him if he wanted to play a little football with my friends
He said yes.
We hung out all weekend and the more I got to know Kyle, the more I liked him, and my friends thought the same of him.
Monday morning came, and there was Kyle with the huge stack of books again
I stopped him and said, 'Boy, you are gonna really build some serious muscles with this pile of books everyday!
' He just laughed and handed me half the books.
Over the next four years, Kyle and I became best friends..
When we were seniors we began to think about college.
Kyle decided on Georgetown and I was going to Duke.
I knew that we would always be friends, that the miles would never be a problem.
He was going to be a doctor and I was going for business on a football scholarship..
Kyle was valedictorian of our class.
I teased him all the time about being a nerd.
He had to prepare a speech for graduation.
I was so glad it wasn't me having to get up there and speak
Graduation day, I saw Kyle.
He looked great.
He was one of those guys that really found himself during high school.
He filled out and actually looked good in glasses.
He had more dates than I had and all the girls loved him.
Boy, sometimes I was jealous!
Today was one of those days.
I could see that he was nervous about his speech.
So, I smacked him on the back and said, 'Hey, big guy, you'll be great!'
He looked at me with one of those looks (the really grateful one) and smiled.
' Thanks,' he said.
As he started his speech, he cleared his throat, and began
'Graduation is a time to thank those who helped you make it through those tough years.
Your parents, your teachers, your siblings, maybe a coach....but mostly your friends....
I am here to tell all of you that being a friend to someone is the best gift you can give them.
I am going to tell you a story.'
I just looked at my friend with disbelief as he told the first day we met.
He had planned to kill himself over the weekend.
He talked of how he had cleaned out his locker so his Mom wouldn't have to do it later and was carrying his stuff home..
He looked hard at me and gave me a little smile.
'Thankfully, I was saved.
My friend saved me from doing the unspeakable..'
I heard the gasp go through the crowd as this handsome, popular boy told us all about his weakest moment.
I saw his Mom and dad looking at me and smiling that same grateful smile...
Not until that moment did I realize it's depth.
Never underestimate the power of your actions..
With one small gesture you can change a person's life.
For better or for worse.
God puts us all in each other’s lives to impact one another in some way.
Look for Good in others.
'Friends are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly.'
There is no beginning or end.
Yesterday is history.
Tomorrow is a mystery.
Today is a gift.
Share this to everyone you consider a FRIEND.
If it comes back to you, then you'll know you have a circle of friends.
Joke for the day
Source: Engr. Paul Elmer Morala from Duisberg, Germany
Gloria and her family riding an airplane…
Gloria: What if I throw 1 check worth a million pesos out of the window to make at least 1 Filipino happy?
MIKE : Honey, why not throw 2 checks worth half a million pesos each to make 2 Filipinos happy?
LULI : Mom, why not throw 4 checks worth quarter of a million each to make 4 Filipinos happy?
finally her grand daughter spoke:Grandma, why not simply throw yourself out the window to make all Filipinos happy!
Top news for the day Source: Manila Bulletin Online Senate to probe overprice in press office purchaseThose behind the alleged overpricing in the P2.32 million purchase of video equipment for the Senate’s press office must suffer the consequences, Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile said on Tuesday.
Pag-IBIG expands relief programs for typhoon victimsVice President Noli De Castro announced that the Pag-IBIG Fund has expanded its relief programs to cover victims of typhoon Pepeng.
Major roads to Baguio, Pangasinan reopenedMajor roads and highways leading to Pangasinan and Baguio were reopened on Tuesday to motorists after they were severely damaged by weather disturbances “Ondoy” and “Pepeng”.
Villar calls for review of agencies prior to budget hikeSenator Manny Villar Jr. believed the government was totally unprepared when the two major typhoons hit the country and proposed for a total review on the relevant disaster agencies’ procedures and resources.
IPO issues clearance to CustomsThe Intellectual Property Office issued clearance to the Bureau of Customs allowing them to donate seized counterfeit items such as clothing apparels from China to typhoon victims in Luzon.
U.N. official ‘impressed'The UN Undersecretary General for Humanitarian Affairs praised the Philippine government for the “speed and effectiveness” of its response in the aftermath of the recent pair of disasters.
Repeal oil law — groupSenators were asked by a national alliance of women to reject the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Bill and instead repeal the Oil Deregulation Law to address industry monopoly.
The 9th ray redundancy"Not many know that the first Philippine Flag exists & survive today. Furthermore, only a handful realize how uniquely beautiful and inspiring this Flag was when it was first unfurled.’’
Mar-Korina nuptial a goThe Roxas-Sanchez wedding will proceed as planned but there will be no reception.
Erap-Jojo, Chiz-Loren in 2010Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile confirmed that former President Joseph Estrada would be running for president next year with Makati City Mayor Jejomar Binay as running mate.
Showbiz Chika for the day Source: Manila Bulletin OnlineCarlos Agassi not down with illness Rapper-actor Carlos Agassi has refuted rumors that he's suffering from cirrhosis of the liver reportedly caused by too much steroid intake.
‘Marvin didn’t cause my split with Nyoy’ - Jef GaitanIt was the many “unresolved issues” between them that did in the relationship between “Survivor Philippines: Palau” castaway Jef Gaitan and singer Nyoy Volante.
Maricel Laxa: ‘No’ to politics, ‘Yes’ to focused parentingTV host Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan stands by Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan’s decision to forego his candidacy in next year’s election.
Cesar Montano proves a point in ZamboangaActor Cesar Montano won’t endorse anything that he does not believe in.
Billy Crawford all set for Akon concertBilly Crawford is very excited about his forthcoming “Freedom Tour ’09” concert with hiphop/R&B superstar Akon.
British all-boys choir Libera in Manila this monthDefinitely the must-see concert of 2009.
Jason Abalos holds back his feelings for MajaActor Jason Abalos admitted that he loves Maja Salvador because she has similarities with his mother.
No more delays: ‘The Echo’ to finally open in Manila“The Echo” will be finally shown in the country on Oct. 16 after it mysteriously failed to open last Oct. 7.
Da who for today Source: Wikipedia
Michael Jeffrey Jordan (born February 17, 1963) is a retired American professional basketball player and active businessman. His biography on the National Basketball Association (NBA) website states, "By acclamation, Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time." Jordan was one of the most 
effectively marketed athletes of his generation and was instrumental in popularizing the NBA around the world in the 1980s and 1990s.
After a stand-out career at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he led the Tar Heels to a National Championship in 1982, Jordan joined the NBA's Chicago Bulls in 1984. He quickly emerged as a league star, entertaining crowds with his prolific scoring. His leaping ability, illustrated by performing slam dunks from the free throw line at Slam Dunk Contests, earned him the nicknames "Air Jordan" and "His Airness". He also gained a reputation for being one of the best defensive players in basketball. In 1991, he won his first NBA championship with the Bulls, and followed that achievement with titles in 1992 and 1993, securing a "three-peat". Although Jordan abruptly retired from basketball at the beginning of the 1993–94 NBA season to pursue a career in baseball, he rejoined the Bulls in 1995 and led them to three additional championships (1996, 1997, and 1998) as well as an NBA-record 72 regular-season wins in the 1995–96 season. Jordan retired for a second time in 1999, but returned for two more NBA seasons in 2001 as a member of the Washington Wizards.
Jordan's individual accolades and accomplishments include five MVP awards, ten All-NBA First Team designations, nine All-Defensive First Team honors, fourteen NBA All-Star Game appearances, three All-Star Game MVP awards, ten scoring titles, three steals titles, six NBA Finals MVP awards, and the 1988 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award. He holds the NBA records for highest career regular-season scoring average (30.12 points per game) and highest career playoff scoring average (33.4 points per game). In 1999, he was named the greatest North American athlete of the 20th century by ESPN, and was second to Babe Ruth on the Associated Press's list of athletes of the century. He was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame on April 6, 2009 and was inducted on September 11, 2009.
Jordan is also noted for his product endorsements. He fueled the success of Nike's Air Jordan sneakers, which were introduced in 1985 and remain popular today. Jordan also starred in the 1996 feature film Space Jam as himself. He is currently a part-owner and Managing Member of Basketball Operations of the Charlotte Bobcats in North Carolina.
Gospel for the day Source: The Daily Gospel Online Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 11:42-46.
Woe to you Pharisees! You pay tithes of mint and of rue and of every garden herb, but you pay no attention to judgment and to love for God. These you should have done, without overlooking the others. Woe to you Pharisees! You love the seat of honor in synagogues and greetings in marketplaces. Woe to you! You are like unseen graves over which people unknowingly walk." Then one of the scholars of the law said to him in reply, "Teacher, by saying this you are insulting us too." And he said, "Woe also to you scholars of the law! You impose on people burdens hard to carry, but you yourselves do not lift one finger to touch them.
Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online
limn • \LIM\ • verb
1 : to draw or paint on a surface
*2 : to outline in clear sharp detail : delineate
3 : describe
Example Sentence:
In her novel, Deborah limns a vivid picture of life in the rural America of the 1950s.
Did you know?
Allow us to shed some light on the history of "limn," a word with lustrous origins. "Limn" traces to the Middle French verb "enluminer" and ultimately to the Latin "illuminare," which means "to illuminate." Its use as an English verb dates from the days of Middle English; at first, "limn" referred to the action of illuminating (that is, decorating) medieval manuscripts with gold, silver, or brilliant colors. William Shakespeare extended the term to painting in his poem Venus and Adonis: "Look when a painter would surpass the life / In limning out a well-proportioned steed . . . ."
Lesson for the day
Source: Engr. Paul Elmer Morala from Duisberg, Germany
The Beauty and the Witch
There is a lot of wisdom in this story… It's essential reading for guys......
Young King Arthur was ambushed and imprisoned by the monarch
of a neighbouring kingdom.
The monarch could have killed him but was moved by Arthur's youth and ideals.
So, the monarch offered him his freedom,
as long as he could answer a very difficult question.
Arthur would have a year to figure out the answer and, if after a year,
he still had no answer, he would be put to death.
The question?... What do women really want?
Such a question would perplex even the most knowledgeable man,
and to young Arthur, it seemed an impossible query.
But, since it was better than death, he accepted the monarch's proposition to have
an answer by year's end.
He returned to his kingdom and began to poll everyone: the princess, the priests,
the wise men and even the court jester.
He spoke with everyone, but no one could give him a satisfactory answer.
Many people advised him to consult the old witch, for only she would have the answer.
But the price would be high; as the witch was famous throughout the kingdom for the exorbitant prices she charged.
The last day of the year arrived and Arthur had no choice but to talk to the witch.
She agreed to answer the question, but he would have to agree to her price first.
The old witch wanted to marry Sir Lancelot, the most noble of the Knights of
the Round Table and Arthur's closest friend!
Young Arthur was horrified. She was hunchbacked and hideous, had only one tooth,
smelled like sewage, made obscene noises, etc.
He had never encountered such a repugnant creature in all his life.
He refused to force his friend to marry her and endure such a terrible burden;
but Lancelot, learning of the proposal, spoke with Arthur.
He said nothing was too big of a sacrifice compared to Arthur's life
and the preservation of the Round Table.
Hence, a wedding was proclaimed and the witch answered Arthur's question thus:
What a woman really wants, she answered.... is to be in charge of her own life.
Everyone in the kingdom instantly knew that the witch had uttered a great truth
and that Arthur's life would be spared.
And so it was, the neighbouring monarch granted Arthur his freedom
and Lancelot and the witch had a wonderful wedding.
The honeymoon hour approached and Lancelot, steeling himself for a horrific
experience, entered the bedroom. But, what a sight awaited him.
The most beautiful woman he had ever seen lay before him on the bed.
The astounded Lancelot asked what had happened?
The beauty replied that since he had been so kind to her when she appeared as a witch, she would henceforth, be her horrible deformed self only half the time
and the beautiful maiden the other half.
Which would he prefer? Beautiful during the day....or night?
Lancelot pondered the predicament.
During the day, a beautiful woman to show off to his friends,
but at night, in the privacy of his castle, an old witch?
Or, would he prefer having a hideous witch during the day,
but by night, a beautiful woman for him to enjoy wondrous intimate moments?
What would YOU do?
What Lancelot choose is below.
BUT....make YOUR choice before you read down below. OKAY?
Noble Lancelot said that he would allow HER to make the choice herself.
Upon hearing this, she announced that she would be beautiful all the time
because he had respected her enough to let her be in charge of her own life.
Now....what is the moral to this story?
The moral is.....
If you don't let a woman have her own way.... Things are going to get ugly.
Joke for the day
Source: Emerick Valenzuela from Sydney, Australia
Typhoon Erap
Devastates the country for two hours and then leaves. Despite the entry of a new disturbance though, it threatens to re-enter the Philippine area of responsibility.
TyphoonGloria
Continues to pummel the entire Philippines for nine hours now. Gustiness rivals that of Typhoon Marcos in the ‘70s. Initial damage to agriculture is estimated at P728 million. Damage to infrastructure is unknown but initial reports say reconstruction of Macapagal Boulevard alone has cost the government P536 million. It was also able to sustain its strength after interacting with Typhoon Erap. It is forecast to remain almost stationary.
Typhoon Mar
Threatened to enter Philippine territory but after seeing the vigilance of Filipinos, it was forced to back out and gave way to Typhoon Noynoy.
Typhoon Noynoy
Initially categorized as a tropical storm until weather specialists observed a sudden rise in its gustiness and wind speed. After being officially declared a typhoon, it now brings scattered rain showers in Luzon including Metro Manila. Moderate to strong winds are expected to blow toward the Visayas and Mindanao in the coming days. [By the way, beware of typhoon Noynoy's thunder - it wouldn't shut up!]
Typhoon Villar
Earlier forecast categorized it as a “super typhoon” maintaining strength in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Roads and road extensions were damaged – twice (double devastation). But the entry of Typhoon Noynoy in Philippine territory has eclipsed its impact. The rest of the country will remain cloudy though.
Typhoon (Brother) Eddie
A similarly-named typhoon entered the country in 2004 and threatened to pour 5 million centimeters of rainwater in the entire country. You know what happened. The typhoon was re-categorized as a drizzle.
Typhoon Bayani
This weather disturbance was located at 14° 38′ 24″ North Northwest of Marikina City. Weather experts refused to categorize it as a typhoon because its impact is localized. It did, however attempt to pack maximum sustained winds similar to a tropical storm. But latest satellite data revealed no sign of activity.
Typhoon Gibo
It was nowhere near the Philippine area of responsibility until three hours before PAGASA made its latest forecast. In fact, typhoon Bayani’s moderate winds were already blowing east of the metro before Gibo made its presence felt and officially entered Philippine territory. The weather bureau forecasts similarities in the movements of typhoon Gibo and typhoon Gloria although both Gibo and typhoon Noynoy originated approximately 10 miles east of Central Luzon.
Typhoon Jejomar
Described by weather specialists as “stubborn” and territorial,” this typhoon has recently threatened the whole country if not for some climatological developments. What’s alarming is that people to tend to ignore Typhoon Jejomar’s ability to destroy. It has remained stationary for 23 years (and counting).
Typhoon JDV
No heavy rains. No lightning. No flooding. It’s all thunder and wind.
Typhoon Loren & Typhoon Chiz
For the first time in local weather history, two typhoons entered the country at the same time making landfall on the same area. The impact is moderate though, without much damage, and both typhoons are expected to leave soon… unless either of them interact with typhoon Erap.
Typhoon Jamby
The hardest to predict among the weather disturbances. Scattered raindrops will not completely wet an exposed surface regardless of duration. But the public is advised to remain cautious of lightning. Despite the rains, temperatures will remain high.
Typhoon Ronnie (Puno)
No satellite or surface data was made available because… “Tahimik lamang magtrabaho ang Typhoon Ronnie kaya maraming nagagawa (na damage).”
Top news for the day Source: Manila Bulletin Online Tan now heads peace process officeA son of Mindanao, Attorney Nabil Tan, Monday assumed the helm at OPAPP, vowing to continue the government's peace processes with the country's various armed groups.
Shell, Seaoil hike pump prices by 25 centavosBig oil player Pilipinas Shell and smaller player Seaoil Philippines on Monday added 25 centavos to their selling prices for gasoline, diesel oil, and kerosene.
DPWH urged to check bridges hit by typhoonsSenator Bong’ Revilla Jr. urged the DPWH to check the structural strengths of infrastructures as storm ‘’Ondoy’’ and typhoon ‘’Pepeng’’ destroyed or damaged bridges and roads estimated at P604.7 million.
No turning back, says Ebdane“Definitely, (there is) no turning back. It’s either for President or farming,” DPWH Secretary Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. declared.
Chiz shelves announcement for 2010 pollsSenator Francis Escudero has come to a decision regarding his plans for the May 2010 elections but chose to shelve his announcement in deference to the victims of the recent weather disturbances.
Classes in flooded areas suspendedThe Department of Education has suspended classes in public and private elementary and secondary schools in typhoon-affected areas in Regions I, II, III and the Cordillera Administrative Region.
Typhoon deaths now at 669The collective death toll from storms “Ondoy” and “Pepeng” has reached 669, with 462 injured and 87 missing, authorities revealed.
Removal of construction debris urgedThe Quezon City government ordered contractors to clear and remove construction debris from the work sites as a precaution against another massive flooding in the city.
Irish priest kidnappedHeavily armed men barged into a Catholic convent in Pagadian City and seized a sick Irish priest in another apparent case of kidnapping for ransom.
Showbiz Chika for the day Source: Manila Bulletin OnlineMichael Jackson's new song releasedA previously unreleased song by Michael Jackson entitled "This Is It" was unveiled to the world on Monday almost four months after the star's death.
Streisand pulls off US, British charts doubleAmerican entertainer Barbra Streisand achieved the feat of topping the US and British album charts simultaneously.
Boyzone singer Gately dies in Spain at 33Boyzone singer Stephen Gately, 33, died on Saturday while on holiday in Majorca off the coast of Spain
Is Dingdong Dantes setting his eyes on Sunshine Dizon?Reports say that Dingdong Dantes has been texting Sunshine Dizon sweet messages since the two worked on “Encantadia” in 2005.
Jessa Zaragoza not too keen on Dingdong entering politicsIf Jessa Zaragoza has a choice, she would not want her husband Dingdong Avanzado to run for politics.
Did ghosts haunt ‘Patient X’ set?Some have deduced that rumors are just publicity, but many were caught in disbelief after a picture that supposedly debunks the theory saw publication recently.
MTV VMA’s most shocking momentsThe real attraction of the MTV Video Music Awards is its parade of artists and their spectacular performances/stunts.
Richard Gomez co-hosts Q 11’s ‘The Sweet Life’Richard Gomez steps in as “The Sweet Life” co-host on Tuesday for a special episode on Couples.
After Michael Bolton, who’s next in Claire’s duet list?In the two decades that Claire dela Fuente’s singing career took a backseat to her business profession, she never expected to revive it.
Haphazard characterizations, acceptable acting in ‘Fame’In 1980, the movie “Fame” spawned hits like “Out There on My Own” and its title song.
‘The Five People You Meet in Heaven’ on Q-11’s Premiere Nights On Tuesday at 8:30 p.m., Premiere Nights premieres the highly anticipated adaptation of sensational bestseller Mitch Albom’s “The Five People You Meet in Heaven.”
Juicier revelations in ‘Gossip Girl’ Season 3The third season of the much-followed “Gossip Girl” is underway over ETC every Tuesday at 8 p.m.
What AFS has done to three showbiz celebsWhat do Tony Gloria, Ronnie Henares, Arnel de Pano and Leo Valdez have in common?
I am not afraid of Gretchen Barretto – Mikaela Bilbao Businesswoman Mikaela Bilbao denied sending text messages linking Gretchen Barretto and Pops Fernandez to Road Board’s former executive director, Rodolfo “Dody” Puno's road projects.
Da who for today Source: Wikipedia
Miriam Defensor-Santiago (born Miriam Palma Defensor on June 15, 1945) is a Filipina lawyer, politician, and a Senator of the 
Philippines, with a focus on Constitutional Law. She is the founder and current leader of the People's Reform Party as well as its former presidential candidate.
Early life and education
Santiago was born in Iloilo City, Iloilo to District Judge Benjamin A. Defensor and Dimpna Palma Defensor. In her youth, she graduated as class valedictorian in both elementary and high school levels. She completed her secondary education at Iloilo High School (now Iloilo National High School).
Despite a three-month bout with illness, Santiago attended the University of the Philippines in Diliman. There she continued to participate in numerous oratorical, public speaking, and debate contests. She became the first female editor-in-chief of the university's student newspaper, The Philippine Collegian and was twice made Corps Sponsor of the Reserve Officer Training Corps.Her classmates include the likes of former Senate President Franklin Drilon, San Juan Representative Ronaldo Zamora, and Eli Pamatong.
In 1965, Santiago graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. It took her only three and a half years to complete her degree. Upon graduation, she was elected to the Pi Gamma Mu and Phi Kappa Phi international honor societies.Miriam took the 1969 Bar Exams and barely passed with a 78% Bar rating. Santiago decided to teach Political Science to undergraduates at Trinity College of Quezon City.
She then attended the University of Michigan Law School from 1974 to 1976, earning the degrees of Master of Laws and Juris Doctor.
Santiago continued enrolling in short courses, attending seminars and participating in conferences locally and abroad. In 1995, at the age of fifty, she completed the academic requirements for a Master of Arts in Religious Studies at the Maryhill School of Theology with an average grade of 1.25. In 1996, at the age of fifty-one, she attended the Summer Program of Instruction for Lawyers at Harvard Law School. In 1997, at age fifty-two, she attended the Summer Program in Law at Oxford University.
After she lost in the Senate race of 2001, she worked on updating her self-published law and political science textbooks, which were later released in 2002.
In 1986, Santiago was recognized as one of the Ten Outstanding Young Professionals of the Philippine Junior Chamber of Commerce. In 1988, she sought and won the Ramon Magsaysay Award for Government Service, which claims to be the Philippine equivalent of the Nobel Prize.
In 1996, The Australian Magazine ranked Santiago 69th among "The 100 Most Powerful Women in the World", sharing the honor with former Philippine First Lady Imelda Marcos who ranked 58th.
Gospel for the day Source: The Daily Gospel Online Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 11:37-41.
After he had spoken, a Pharisee invited him to dine at his home. He entered and reclined at table to eat. The Pharisee was amazed to see that he did not observe the prescribed washing before the meal. The Lord said to him, "Oh you Pharisees! Although you cleanse the outside of the cup and the dish, inside you are filled with plunder and evil. You fools! Did not the maker of the outside also make the inside? But as to what is within, give alms, and behold, everything will be clean for you.
Word for the day Source: Merriam Webster Online MacGuffin • \muh-GUFF-in\ • noun
: an object, event, or character in a film or story that serves to set and keep the plot in motion despite usually lacking intrinsic importance
Example Sentence:
The missing document is the MacGuffin that sends the two spies off on an action-packed race around the world, but the real story centers on tension between the main characters.
Did you know?
The first person to use "MacGuffin" as a word for a plot device was Alfred Hitchcock. He borrowed it from an old shaggy-dog story in which some passengers on a train interrogate a fellow passenger carrying a large, strange-looking package. The fellow says the package contains a "MacGuffin," which, he explains, is used to catch tigers in the Scottish Highlands. When the group protests that there are no tigers in the Highlands, the passenger replies, "Well, then, this must not be a MacGuffin." Hitchcock apparently appreciated the way the mysterious package holds the audience’s attention and builds suspense. He recognized that an audience anticipating a solution to a mystery will continue to follow the story even if the initial interest-grabber turns out to be irrelevant.
Lesson for the day Source: Art’s Library
Ripple Effect
I am a mother of three and have recently completed my college degree. The last class I had to take was Sociology. The teacher was absolutely inspiring with the qualities that I wish every human being had been graced with. Her last project of the term was called "Smile."The class was asked to go out and smile at three people and document their reactions. I am a very friendly person and always smile at everyone and say hello anyway, so, I thought this would be a piece of cake, literally.Soon after we were assigned the project, my husband, youngest son, and I went out to McDonald's one crisp March morning. It was just our way of sharing special play time with our son. We were standing in line, waiting to be served, when all of a sudden everyone around us began to back away, and then even my husband did. I did not move an inch...an overwhelming feeling of panic welled up inside of me as I turned to see why they had moved. As I turned around I smelled a horrible "dirty body" smell, and there standing right behind me were two poor homeless men.As I looked down at the short gentleman, close to me, he was "smiling". His beautiful sky blue eyes were full of God's Light as he searched for acceptance. He said, "Good day" as he counted the few coins he had been clutching. The second man fumbled with his hands as he stood behind his friend. I realized the second man was mentally deficient and the blue eyed gentleman was his salvation. I held my tears as I stood there with them.The young lady at the counter asked him what they wanted. He said, "Coffee is all Miss" because that was all they could afford. (If they wanted to sit in the restaurant and warm up, they had to buy something. He just wanted to be warm). Then I really felt it ~ the compulsion was so great I almost reached out and embraced the little man with the blue eyes. That is when I noticed all eyes in the restaurant were set on me, judging my every action.I smiled and asked the young lady behind the counter to give me two more breakfast meals on a separate tray. I then walked around the corner to the table that the men had chosen as a resting spot. I put the tray on the table and laid my hand on the blue eyed gentleman's cold hand. He looked up at me, with tears in his eyes, and said, "Thank you." I leaned over, began to pat his hand and said, "I did not do this for you. God is here working through me to give you hope." I started to cry as I walked away to join my husband and son.When I sat down my husband smiled at me and said, "That is why God gave you to me, Honey. To give me hope." We held hands for a moment and at that time we knew that only because of the Grace that we had been given, were we able to give. We are not church goers, but we are believers. That day showed me the pure Light of God's sweet love.I returned to college, on the last evening of class, with this story in hand. I turned in "my project" and the instructor read it. Then she looked up at me and said, "Can I share this?" I slowly nodded as she got the attention of the class. She began to read and that is when I knew that we as human beings and being part of God, share this need to heal people and be healed.In my own way I had touched the people at McDonald's, my husband, son, instructor, and every soul that shared the classroom on the last night I spent as a college student.I graduated with one of the biggest lessons I would ever learn:UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE. Much love and compassion is sent to each andevery person who may read this and learn how to LOVE PEOPLE AND USE THINGS~NOT LOVE THINGS AND USE PEOPLE.
Joke for the day
Source: Art’s Funbox
More translation
COMTEMPLATE........konti ang plato
PERSUADING.........unang kasal
JULY...............nagsinungaling ka ba?
ABLE...............ang bola
ABOARD.............ang tabla
CAMPAIGN...........halika sakit
ACOUSTIC...........ako ay patpat
CACTUS.............dalawang manok na panabong
ADLIB..............dagdagan ng dahon
MEASURE............merong sigurado
ANKLE..............tito/tiyo
MEDICINE...........meron hindi nakita
ADORE..............ang pinto
INSIDE.............sa gilid
o help prevent further occurrences of floods. 
ouraging him to sing along to songs from her favorite singers like Karen Carpenter and Barbra Streisand. Growing up, his parents entered him in many singing contests. 
