2009 ~ Jf Kinetics

I just realized I haven't posted anything yet this month. Quite busy, that is.

Okay, one of the highlights in the past days, as we welcome December, was our Christmas Outreach last Saturday. I have so much to share about our experiences but to sum it all up, the event was just well worth everybody's time ..a time for blessing, a time for reflection, and a time to really go out and share the love God has taught us.

"Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a child of God and knows God." 1Jn4.7

And last Sunday, I was so blessed to hear God's word at the church service. And I'm looking forward to hear more of Him, the One born in a manger. I was also happy to hear the meaning of "Bethlehem" in Hebrew. It means "house of bread!" Perhaps that's another reason why God has blest and continues to bless our family bakery business, because Bethlehem in Tagalog (or in spanish) is "Belen"
I really have so much to thank God for. :)

I can feel Christmas in everyone's heart, so allow me to share this wonderful song to all of you. Enjoy and have a good night!

God bless. ciao! c",)

Christmas in Our Hearts
Artist: Jose Mari Chan

Whenever I see girls and boys
Selling lanterns on the street
I remember the child in the manger as he sleeps
Wherever there are people
Giving gifts exchanging cards
I believe that Christmas is truly in our hearts
Let's light our Christmas trees for a bright tomorrow
Where nations are at peace,
And all are one in God

[Chorus:]
Let's sing Merry Christmas and a happy holiday
This season may we never forget the love we have for Jesus
Let him be the one to guide us as another new year starts
And may the spirit of Christmas be always in our hearts

In every prayer and every song
The community unite celebrating the birth of our savior Jesus Christ
Let love like that starlight on that first Christmas morn
Lead us back to the manger where Christ the child was born
So come let us rejoice
Come and sing the Christmas carol with one big joyful voice
Proclaim the name of the Lord

[Chorus:]
Let's sing Merry Christmas and a happy holiday
This season may we never forget the love we have for Jesus
Let him be the one to guide us as another new year starts
And may the spirit of Christmas be always in our hearts

[Chorus:]
Let's sing Merry Christmas and a happy holiday
The season may we never forget the love we have for Jesus
Let him be the one to guide us as another new year starts
And may the spirit of Christmas be always in our hearts

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Psalm 23

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Reason for this Season

'tis the season to be jolly
Fa la la la la la, la la la la

I love this holiday season. It's the busiest time of the year. And to Pinoys, Christmas has started as early as September, because to most "BER" marks the beginning of December Season, Lol.

As the year enters 4th quarter, we'll find lots of people preparing for this holiday. High-priced airline tickets, yearend batch prep, adorned streets with glittering lights, sale, shopping spree, heavy traffic, parties, raffle prizes, and gift-giving. Yes, it's the time of the year where almost everyone are excited to share their blessings -- a cool atmosphere rife with generosity =)

My friends initially didn't plan for a Christmas party as most of us will be flying back home and we have committed to do an outreach instead. But we just simply couldn't resist the joy of gift-giving. So when our lovely sister Jejen (the "energizer"..rather, the "organizer) sent out Kris Kringle invites, she received an overwhelming response :)

Here are my makukulit friends (Thanks Jejen for this pic!)

Well, I believe the highlight of this festive season is not food, long vacations, cold weather, christmas decors, nor parties, but the spirit of giving. God started this when He sent his one and only son into this world to offer us all the gift of salvation (Jn3.16). The good news about God's gift was revealed to people by God's angel when Jesus was born.

An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. (Lk2.9-11)

And Jesus also confirmed why he came, ...God wants us to experience abundance through Him.

"...I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." (Jn10.10.NKJV)

What a great joy knowing this wonderful gift from above. And I'm thankful I have received this gift. I hope we're sharing the same experience. I'm also grateful for my family and friends :)

For this holiday season (or in any other seasons), no matter what gift(s) we receive, let's continue to be thankful (1Th5.18), and acknowledge the gift-giver. And most importantly, in the same way, let's remember to acknowledge God for all these, after all He is the reason for this season.

Thank you all! Thank you Lord! and Happy Holidays!!! c",)

PS. You might want to read this article and be inspired: The Gift or the Giver - What's your focus?

God bless! =)

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When nothing else matters..

"At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory." Lk21.27.NLT

After coming home from a clinic visit, as my clogged nose kept me awake all night, I just grabbed a book, turned on my ipod and hit the bed hoping to wheedle myself into sleep. I heard this track once again from Max Lucado narrating about a scene, describing Jesus' second visit. To some it could be just the sign of the end of days, period. But to Christians it's the day when nothing else matters but the exhilaration in seeing God's glory.

I like how M.Lucado portrayed the scene, it brings such a wonderful feeling of assurance and expectancy. It's not as terrifying as what I've recently seen in the sci-fi disaster film 2012 (nice CGI & effects btw), but it's more of a sight where everyone are, yes still surprised yet excited because it is a day to be anticipated for it is also a day of His promise.

and the narrative goes...

You are in your car driving home. Thoughts wander to the game you want to see or meal you want to eat, when suddenly a sound unlike any you've ever heard fills the air. The sound is high above you. A trumpet? A choir? A choir of trumpets? You don't know, but you want to know. So you pull over, get out of your car, and look up. As you do, you see you aren't the only curious one. The roadside has become a parking lot. Car doors are open, and people are staring at the sky. Shoppers are racing out of the grocery store. The Little League baseball game across the street has come to a halt. Players and parents are searching the clouds.

And what they see, and what you see, has never before been seen.

As if the sky were a curtain, the drapes of the atmosphere part. A brilliant light spills onto the earth. There are no shadows. None. From whence came the light begins to tumble a river of color - spiking crystals of every hue ever seen and a million more never seen. Riding on the flow is an endless fleet of angels. They pass through the curtains one myriad at a time, until they occupy every square inch of the sky. North. South. East. West. Thousands of silvery wings rise and fall in unison, and over the sound of the trumpets, you can hear the cherubim and seraphim chanting, "Holy, holy, holy."

The final flank of angels is followed by twenty-four silver-bearded elders and a multitude of souls who join the angels in worship. Presently the movement stops and the trumpets are silent, leaving only the triumphant triplet: "Holy, holy, holy." Between each word is a pause. With each word, a profound reverence. You hear your voice join in the chorus. You don't know why you say the words, but you know you must.

Suddenly, the heavens are quiet. All is quiet. The angels turn, you turn, the entire world turns - and there he is. Jesus. Through waves of light you see the silhouetted figure of Christ the King. He is atop a great stallion, and the stallion is atop a billowing cloud. He opens his mouth, and you are surrounded by his declaration: "I am the Alpha and the Omega."

The angels bow their heads. The elders remove their crowns. And before you is a figure so consuming that you know, instantly you know: Nothing else matters. Forget stock markets and school reports. Sales meetings and football games. Nothing is newsworthy. All that mattered, matters no more, for Christ has come...

Thanks for reading. God bless you.

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Out of the picture?

Do you enjoy looking at your stack of photos? Well, I do. I mean even those old prints where you see a skinny or healthier version of yourself with a big smile and wearing outmoded duds ('could be the "in" thing during that time, hehe).

Every time I see 'em when I'm sorting out some stuff at home, I always find myself sitting in one corner leisurely going through each of the photos, contemplating with a silly smile. As I finish browsing them, you'll see in my thought bubble these words.. "It's such a joy seeing myself with my family and/or friends in those Kodak Moments, lol!"

What if I'm not in any of those pictures? Or maybe I'm not even present in any of those events? Do you think I'd be keen to go through 'em over & over whenever I catch sight of 'em? Well, I could still be interested, if those in the photographs are important people in my life. But still, it's really different when you've actually witnessed those captured moments. Otherwise, there's just nothing to reminisce! =)

One time I asked myself these questions, "Do I also picture God included in my life?" "Were there any instances that I took Him out of the picture?"

Okay, I don't wanna dwell in the past. I'm glad that I can picture myself enjoying in His presence, His blessings, and His smile. And that's through my families, friends, church, and workplace. It's my prayer that everyone shares the same experience. Because if we take Him out of the picture, it's gonna be just like an overcast photograph.

They say a picture should tell a story.. it speaks a thousand words. Likewise, including God in our lives would paint both our life stories and His story. Just like a fascinating, full of life photo.

Smile as if like you're being photographed! :)

Thanks for reading. G'nyt and God bless y'all!

c",)

When I See You Smile

Sometimes I wonder
How I'd ever make it through,
Through this world without having you
I just wouldn't have a clue

'Cause sometimes it seems
Like this world's closing in on me,
And there's no way of breaking free
And then I see you reach for me

Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in,
I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you, Jesus
And everything's alright,
everything's alright

When I see you smile
I can face the world, oh oh,
you know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light, oh oh,
I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, Jesus when I see you smile at me

Oh God there's nothing in this world
that could ever do
What a touch of your hand can do
It's like nothing that I ever knew

And when the rain is falling
I don't feel it,
'cause you're here with me now
And one look at you Jesus
Is all I'll ever need,
you're all I'll ever need

Chorus

Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in,
I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you Jesus
And everything's alright,
everything's alright

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Duties and Taxes: What?

I was looking online for any info pertaining to how duties and taxes are computed in case I bring home a bulky electronic item back to PH, but my searches landed on various non-gov sites who are altruistic enough to offer, well, some handy information. Nonetheless, I still did not find what I was looking for -- even after skimming through the Bureau's website. I did found, however, an FAQs (the most informative section in their site) which somehow could still be misinterpreted by some (their staff included, hah!). Hence they have this one line disclaimer at the bottom of that FAQ section that says..

"Note: This FAQs is merely a guide and does not contain all Customs rules and regulations."

So what comprises the fees being charged to the items subject to duties and taxes? Can we at least get an idea of around how much we should be preparing once we get to customs at the airport? And where does all those fees will go, or at least what's the basis of their computation? Has anyone seen this info? Should this be made available to the general public?

At least I can be certain that "yes" is the answer to my last question =)

I came across this blog from a guy who had a terrible experience with the digital media player he purchased online in Sg. He ended up paying almost half the cost of the purchased item. Check out this page for the full story. He even published the receipts and corresponding fees charged that doesn't clearly justify fair cost. You will be surprised at the fees.

I visited Singapore Customs website to see if such info are furnished in their website (and maybe to make some sort of comparison? haha. Okay, okay, I can't compare Ph with Sg. I just hope Ph will make some improvements someday... i really hope.. really hope). Anyhow, I'm happy to see that SG have made all these transparent, even the fees were documented.

SG Customs: Info on Duties and Taxes
SG Customs: Documentation and Fees

Some useful information (I hope..)

Ph Gov Forum: Some Customs Tax Guidelines
PH Embassy in Sg: Duty and Tax Free Priveleges
PH Bureau of Customs FAQs

c",)

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TechLife: Will you take a bite? (Part3)

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Self Portrait in Papercraft c",)

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C'est La Vie

It's November 1st! So I was thinking what'll be my first entry for this month. Sharing a song that I like is always on top of my head, and that's because my mind ain't functioning right hence I couldn't think of any sensible thing to blog, nyehehe.

I need to be inspired to be able to come up with something to talk about. So I asked myself, "What inspired me today?"

Okay, this morning I attended the 2nd Sunday service, afterwards I had lunch with friends and ate one dollah ice cream at Orchard with 'em. Then I headed to Tampines CC for my usual agenda, next I enjoyed another free ride home, and finally did my last batch of laundry. :)

What really motivates me to enjoy each day is knowing that God is always by my side. The message today at the service is really encouraging. Thanks to Ps.Larry :) Change is inevitable indeed.

Actually, the phrase I quoted in my blog header somehow talks about the same thing. Yeah, that's life. And effecting change involves making the right choices. And these choices when entrusted to Him, will surely produce better results.

God's love can CHANGE our lives. Or, allow me expound the capitalized word and write it this way..

God's love can..

C hange
H earts
A lmost
N aturally, and this
G reatly
E nriches

..our lives.

Things changes, life changes, it's a fact. C'est la vie. So make the right choice. G'nyt and God bless you. c",)

Dare You To Move
Artist: Switchfoot

Welcome to the planet
Welcome to existence
Everyone's here
Everyone's here
Everybody's watching you now
Everybody waits for you now
What happens next?
What happens next?

I dare you to move
I dare you to move
I dare you to lift yourself up off the floor
I dare you to move
I dare you to move
Like today never happened
Today never happened before

Welcome to the fallout
Welcome to resistance
The tension is here
The tension is here
Between who you are and who you could be
Between how it is and how it should be

I dare you to move
I dare you to move
I dare you to lift yourself up off the floor
I dare you to move
I dare you to move
Like today never happened
Today never happened

Maybe redemption has stories to tell
Maybe forgiveness is right where you fell
Where can you run to escape from yourself?
Where you gonna go?
Where you gonna go?
Salvation is here

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The joy of being responsible

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PhotoTech: Powerful Point-and-Shoot Digicams

Since Panasonic's award-winning compact digital camera was launched mid 2008, snappers up to now are still waiting for its price to go down. And it doesn't seem to show any signs that the price will drop like what you'd normally expect in most electronic gadgets after certain months of existence, even with the rumored LX4 successor. LX3 has gained tremendous praises from various photographers, be it from amateur or pro. The 24mm wide angle lens and the f/2.0 aperture, the first in this category I believe (not to mention its twin brother D-LUX4 from Leica), has allowed users to shoot better quality images in low light conditions without the need for flash (which is good as built-in flash tends to ruin the image than deliver a fine picture, I mean on some occasions).

Nikon’s high-end compact P6000 have tried to measure up with LX3’s capability but failed, and this product earned various criticisms from enthusiasts instead. I guess this is what the manufacturers will get when their Engineers focuses more on design aesthetics. Canon's G-series (G9/G10/G11), on the other hand, have tried to steal the crown by offering feature-rich compacts with longer focal length and larger pixels. But the steep price of this series and the bulkier & heavier body had caused some potential buyers to look for alternatives.

Still, Canon will not just sit and watch Panasonic rule in this digicam category, so they've introduced yet another powerful compact camera under their Powershot line, called the S90.

By just looking at ‘em, which do you think is better?

(images courtesy of neutralday.com, actually I just grabbed them, hehe)

Well, there’s only one way to find out…

The Battle of the Titans.

See for yourself if this new product from Canon will get them to sit on the "Superior PNS throne" =)

Effective Pixels
S90: 10.0 megapixel
LX3: 10.1 megapixel

Sensor Size (Bigger is Better)
S90: 1/1.7" CCD
LX3: 1/1.63" CCD

Aperture
S90: f/2.0 (Wide); f/4.9 (Tele)
LX3: f/2.0 (Wide); f/2.8 - F/8.0 (Tele)

Focal Length
S90: 6.0-22.5mm (35mm equivalent: 28-105mm)
LX3: 5.1-12.8mm (35mm equivalent: 24-60mm)

Zoom Factor
S90: 3.8x
LX3: 2.5x

Digital Zoom: Same @ 4x

Macro Focusing Area
S90: Wide 5-50cm
LX3: Wide 1cm

Built-in Flash
S90: Yes
LX3: Yes

External Flash Compatibility
S90: Nil
LX3: Yes, via standard hotshoe

ISO Sensitivity: Same @ Auto / 80 - 3200

Shutter Speed
S90: 15 - 1/1600 sec. (only for Shutter Priority and Manual Mode)
LX3: 60 - 1/2000 sec. (for Manual Mode, while PSA Modes varies)

Image Recording format
S90: JPG, RAW
LX3: JPG, RAW

Video Recording
S90: Standard
LX3: HD

No doubt Canon S90 offers promising features in a smaller package. And we may not be comparing apple to apple here, but if you're considering getting a compact digital camera with a wider view and fast lens, S90 or LX3 is for you. Of course, it really depends on one's preference. Biased pa rin ba? haha =)

For the detailed specifications, you may visit these links:
Canon Powershot S90
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

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TECH TIPS (Facebook): On tagging

The most common hits my blogpage normally gets from google searches up 'til now are these entries:
- iTunes tech tips on undoing auto-internet playback
- My Thoughts on Pamahiin (Superstition), and
- Purging add a friend request on Facebook, i.e. if you happen to unintentionally clicked the "add as friend" link. Though, I believe, Facebook have already resolved this issue.

Today, I saw a video about Facebook Safety from a friend and I felt like sharing this as well.. Facebook Tagging. (you can always find these in facebook help page, but I listed 'em down for you for easy reference and added bits of my observations during occasional facebooking, hehe)

A. When somebody tags a photo (or a video) of you from their album or somebody else's album, all your facebook friends will be able to see the entire album particularly if the album was created for everyone to see. This should be fine, but to some it may not be okay esp. if the picture tagged of 'em is something they would rather keep if they have that photo, you know what I mean ;-)

Is there a way to prevent this? Of course there is, you can just remove the tag, haha. Unfortunately, facebook didn't provide the tagging approval functionality. But you can always turn-on your "notifications" so that you'll know when somebody tags you.

Note: When you remove a tag from a certain photo it only means you don't want others (your uncommon friends, hehe) to see the picture, right? You might wanna refrain from posting a comment. Why? Here's a simple equation "Comments = Tags" hehehe.

B. Alternatively, instead of manually removing tags you don't like (KJ! haha, joke, okay okay facebook safety), you may opt to just create your own group list. This way you can be sure that only selected groups or individuals can see your tagged photo(s). How leh?

1) Create a group list (e.g. Family, Friends, Acquaintances, et al)
2) Select CUSTOM from Photos Tagged of You dropdown list
3) Then click Edit Custom Settings link
4) Tick the "Some Friends" radio button then add your preferred group list (you can even exclude individuals, but I guess nobody does this unless you hate someone, haha, kidding. I'm sure you love your friends)
5) Go to your friends list, click Add to List to add each of your facebook friends to the group lists you've created.

That's it! =)

Bear in mind, we are responsible for anything we publish online. So in whichever pages you signup to, first thing you should do is update your profile's privacy settings.

And remember, think before you post. ;-)

Hope you find this useful. G'nyt! c",)

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Silly or Funny? Blame it on the tech!

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God breaks the silence..

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TechLife: Olive Oyl's gift to Popeye is...

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Spring Worship Unto Thee...

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The Color of Our Prayers..

While my home country is still trying to recover from the devastating typhoon, here is yet another natural disaster in other parts of this globe (in south pacific ocean)...

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090930/ap_on_re_au_an/as_pacific_earthquake_23

We might find it difficult, somehow, to comprehend why we (esp. those in affected areas) are experiencing these heartrending events. But the scripture says such things are bound to happen. And God expect us to take courage over these (Jn16:33). He promised that He will never leave nor forsake us (Heb13:5).

Earlier this morning, as I recollect the troubling aerial photos of the after effects Ondoy has brought, I couldn't help but imagine our Heavenly Father also looking down from above and seeing the actual scene similar to the aerial photos I'm browsing. Then I remember the story my friend shared (actually just a snippet from the book "Embraced By The Light" by Betty Eadie). The author said, as she shared, that when people prays it produces light.. a light that our Sovereign God sees. And the light our prayers will emit depends on the sincerity of our prayers. Following that idea, in these trying times I believe a simple utterance of "God please help me" or "God please help them" will surely send forth bright lights to heaven. If we all pray continuously, I'm picturing God seeing not just floodwaters.. but floodprayers!

With that in mind, we can consider looking at these trials as.. "God wants to unite us through prayers" So I encourage everyone to continue sending bright lights to heaven.

God bless you c",)

My Heart Will Trust
Artist: Hillsong United

I'll walk closer now on the higher way
Through the darkest night will you hold my hand
Jesus guide my way

O you mourn with me and you dance with me
For my heart of hearts is bound to you

Though I walk through valleys low
I'll fear no evil
By the waters still my soul,
My heart will trust in You
My heart will trust in You

O You counsel me and You comfort me
When I cannot see,
You light my path

Though I walk through valleys low
I'll fear no evil
By the waters still my soul,
My heart will trust in You
My heart will trust in You

My heart will trust in you.

Here's how I visualize the color of our prayers.. just like the earth lights at night :)

(image courtesy of www.almostsmart.com)

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Lift Me Up...

Rich or poor, male or female, young or old.. all that won't matter when calamity strikes. I still feel depressed seeing aftermath pictures of the typhoon Ondoy. They said its Manila's worst flood in over four decades. Though the storm has abated, there are still a lot of houses submerged in already-polluted rainwater. I was so worried when I learned last Saturday afternoon that my brother together with his wife & 2 kids were already on the roof of their rented place, drenched and has nothing to eat as the terrible storm sprang up in an hour. I'm just glad they're okay now. But we're still praying for comfort and protection, not just for them but for all other families that were directly affected by the flash floods as well. I'm delighted to know that there are a lot of people volunteering to help.

This disaster is really traumatic. Saying a prayer for them is the best help we can offer. And if, apart from prayers, your heart would like to bless these victims by other means, you can do so as there are various institutions organizing fund-drive to help our Kababayans, like these (just click to visit the link, and God bless you as you help):

VCF Philippines
GMA-7 Kapuso Foundation

Let's continue to help one another and lift each other up in prayers.

"The Lord is my strength and shield.
I trust him with all my heart.
He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy.
I burst out in songs of thanksgiving." (Ps28.7.NIV)

Flood
Artist: Jars of Clay

Rain, rain on my face
It hasn't stopped raining for days
My world is a flood
Slowly I become one with the mud

Chorus:
But if I can't swim after forty days
and my mind is crushed by the thrashing waves
Lift me up so high that I cannot fall
Lift me up
Lift me up - when I'm falling
Lift me up - I'm weak and I'm dying
Lift me up - I need you to hold me
Lift me up - Keep me from drowning again

Downpour on my soul
Splashing in the ocean, I'm losing control
Dark sky all around
I can't feel my feet touching the ground

[Chorus]

Calm the storms that drench my eyes
Dry the streams still flowing
Cast down all the waves of sin
And guilt that overthrow me

[Chorus]

Lift me up - when I'm falling
Lift me up - I'm weak and I'm dying
Lift me up - I need you to hold me
Lift me up - Keep me from drowning again

(Here are some heartbreaking pics during and after the storm)

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Love Song for a Savior

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TechLife: So you like foosball..

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Faith that assures..

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A Reason To Believe

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TechLife: Apple - will you take a bite? (part2)

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Looking for signs (?)

I remember watching an interesting Amazing Race episode one night as I came home from work. The task was... to be able to drive around the city in a taxi and bring the passengers (who will give the next clue) to whichever destination they choose. We can easily deduce it's a simple task. But wait.. they're in Japan! In Japan most of the cities have road names written in plain Japanese! (Not tourist-friendly huh? Well, they might've thought that visitors aren't gonna "drive" around their busy streets, haha). Imagine being in a foreign land where everything you see and hear are foreign. Well, most will surely end up gettin' lost.

Signs, I mean lucid signs, are essential on roads. Otherwise, it'll cause us to ruffle or get on somebody else's nerves, hehe. And in order for us to get to our destination, somebody or something (like guidebooks) has to decode the signs for us.

In life, do you look for signs? How do you interpret them? Well, admittedly, I used to look for signs until I sussed out that signs can be misleading. I don't know about you but whenever I receive one previously, I use it as a confirmation. Thanks be to Thee that He made me understand that studying His word by reading through the scripture is far better than just asking Him for signs.

The occasions where we can find some people seeking for signs is when they're having a difficult time deciding. A typical example could be, someone maybe planning on resigning from his/her job. Instead of seeking God's will by studying the scripture (and being led by the Holy Spirit), yes some do seek signs from Above but only to see and get a hint if it's okay to leave their job. Yet another example is when a boy pursues a girl (or a girl is being courted), either of 'em might ask in prayer, "Lord, sya na ba? give me a sign, pleassse?"

Well, some people tend to ask God for signs in hopes that they would get quick response from Him. Chances are, they read certain situations/circumstances as a sign for them to proceed on what they perceived to be the right leading. In the scripture, Jesus himself was so surprised when the Pharisees came to test him by seeking signs from heaven. In which He replied, "Why does this generation seek for a sign? Truly I say to you, no sign will be given to this generation." It's kinda intriguing why they asked Him for signs because if you read through the same chapter, you'll find that what has transpired prior to the scene where the Pharisees were seen testing Jesus was when He fed four thousand people. So what kind of sign were they asking for?

I discovered that signs are for the roads! And if you need to get to your destination without much of a hassle, plan your trip. Moreover, I learned that when I'm presented with difficult situations, it's a "sign" that I need to seek and study His word :)

"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Mat.6.33.NIV

G'nyt! c",)

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He is building a house for you

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What Are You Doing About It?

(Ang pagbabalik ni Juanito at ni Pidro)
Pidro: Pari, lam mu ba gosto ku talaga maging pilutu
Juanito: So what are you doing about it?
Pidro: Wala nga ih, kasi litu ako dahil balak ku rin mag duktor sana
Juanito: What are you doing about it?
Pidro: Ih matanda na kasi aku para magaral ulit. Kaya ngayun gosto ku na lang sana magbisnis
Juanito: Ah.. so what are you doing about it?
Pidro: Midyu lake kasi pohonan kaya inisip ku mag-abrud mona sana pari.
Juanito: Ah mag-abroad.. what are you doing about it?
Pidro: Tika nga, wala ka na ba alam itanung kunde "what r yo duwing abawtit? Naeenis na ko pari ha, gosto na kta kotosan ih.
Juanito: What are you doing about it?

I guess you know what happened next =)

A friend of mine presented me this question back in 2000. She told me someone asked her the same question. It's the type of argument that prompts you to act on something, she added. When you desire something you can ask yourself, "What am I doing about it?" You see, the moment you utter these words, creativity follows because you also begin to ponder what will be your next course of action.

In fact, this question is applicable to almost anything you desire or plan to achieve.
If you want to own a house, a car, or even a new puppy. Notice that when you pose this question to yourself it'll prompt you to, perhaps, start allocating portion of your earnings to acquire 'em.

Do you want to be healthy? Then what are you doing about it? Exercise and watch your diet.
Do you wanna be able to dance Wonder Girls' Nobody? What are you doing about it? Practice! (I know some who does.. haha)
Do you wish to learn new things? So what are you doing about it? Explore, Enroll, Study.
Are you expecting a miracle from God? (or you maybe waiting for God to answer even your simple request). What are you doing about it? Pray without ceasing.

I always get motivated when I ask myself this question. Yes, not all the time I get the result I'm expecting. But realising that I took the initial step somehow brings me joy and a sense of fulfillment. More so when guided by Him. It's always good to seek counsel from the Lord. Paul said, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." So we can simply ask Him this question instead, "Father, what should I do about it?" And He will surely grant you the wisdom you need to fulfill your dreams. As Paul concluded in the next verse following the text I quoted above, "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." ;-)

"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you"

Have a good night and God bless!

c",)

While organizing my stuff, I found this note inside one of my books. So I blogged :)
This note was from the same friend I mentioned above =)

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Save Me

I was listening to RX931 live streaming earlier, and in relation to the Philippines' National Heroes Day their discussion topic was somethin' like.. "what is the most heroic deed you've done in your life?"

There were funny responses, and there were also serious ones.. some jaw-dropping stories, to which all you can utter is.. "wow!"

But I guess some will choose not to share theirs. We'll probably just learn about their stories through some people who witnessed the person's heroic act(s). These people are like those fictional heroes where their looks is far from their real identity. Like for the case of Clark Kent who hides his true identity by wearing eyeglasses, hahaha. This is the reason why I'm wearing glasses too (ngeks!) But people often mistaken me for Lex! nyahaha (you know, for obvious reason, hehe)

I believe some of us have stories to tell when posed with the same question. While others will simply have heroes of their own, be it fictional or true heroes of their lives.

Rizal, through his novels (one of his original manuscript can be seen here), was labeled as the Philippines' National Hero. His fearless exposure of the injustices committed by civil spanish officials gave him this mark.

While at the Hall of Justice, SuperFriends (headed by Superman), were on standby and alert, ready to save the world (well, in DC comics)

Seriously though, in times of trouble to whom do we cling on to? I know of a Hero who never hides His identity. Always ready to help. Always there by the call of His name. I believe He is everybody's hero for He chose to die to save the world. Because a hero cares. And now He lives supernaturally to guide and protect us. Because a hero saves. And He's the only hero who gives us strength in times weakness.

So if I am to shift the question to.. "Who do you think is your greatest hero?"

I hope we share the same answer :)

Save Me
Artist: Remy Zero
(Theme from the TV Series Smallville)

I feel my wings have broken in your hands
I feel the words unspoken inside
And they pull you under
And I would give you anything you want to know
You were all I wanted
All my dreams have fallen down
Crawling around

Somebody save me
Let your warm hands
Break right through me
Somebody save me
And I don't care how you do it
Just stay woo hoo
Stay
Come on
I've been waiting for you

I see the world has folded in your heart
I feel the waves crash down inside
And they pull me under
I would give you anything you want to know
You were all I wanted
And all my dreams have fallen down
Crawling around

Somebody save me
And two warm hands break right through me
Somebody save me
I don't care how you do it
Just stay whoo hoo
Stay
Come on
I've been waiting for you

Crawling around
Somebody save me
And let your warm hands break right through me
Somebody save me
I don't care how you do it
Just save you and me
I've made this whole world shine for you
Just stay
Stay
Come on
I'm still waiting for you

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