tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7124899745618959182024-03-13T13:38:45.092-07:00Dette's Spotbernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-83613317903061064262009-09-07T17:01:00.000-07:002009-09-07T17:45:05.027-07:00Life's Bitter TruthI thought I would never find myself making a new post in my blog, until this very day. These past few months I have been very preoccupied with a lot of things. There are things about my personal life that require my full attention, thus I would have to put aside some things that are irrelevant at the time being. <br /><br />First, there is the business thing. I am obliged to think of a business idea which I have to put up sooner or later. This is a must for our very enormous family. As of the moment, my husband is the sole breadwinner in the family. We both believe that we cannot live and be satisfied for what today is offering but we should think of tomorrow and the days after that. There are so many things that we need to prepare for our kids' future. For us to realize these magnanimous dream, we must be prepared, financially so to speak. We only want to give and offer them the best for their future. Very noble isn't it? We just hope that our kids will appreciate our deeds. I can say that our family belongs to the strata of middle-middle class in the society. A society wherein the rich has all the opportunity to become richer and the poor are getting poorer and poorer. Yes, I live in a capitalist country. That's just one of life's bitter reality. Going back to the business scheme which I have been fussing for a couple of years already,(If I am not mistaken!), I have already come up with tons of ideas which later disregarded because they are just not feasible. I thought of the things that I find very interesting to me. But I am aware that interest is not enough to sustain a business. I have so many things to consider too. I got to think of the target market, the capital, return of investment and so forth and so on. Whoah! Stuff like these have been the determinants of my business venture. Finally I ended up with no business yet to put up. Hopefully, before this year ends, I would be able to share with you a good news on my business venture and adventure. Everything is in the bag now but I hate to spoil things.<br /><br />Secondly, I come across a very traumatic, If I may say, situation. I found myself trapped in a situation wherein trust, honesty and betrayal are the key players. Gees, I thought that at this point in time I have already mastered life's eccentricities but I am wrong. I was really caught unaware and totally disheveled.I learned that the cliche, you cannot please everybody is very much apt all the time. My only mistake is that I have been very gullible again despite of my vulnerability. I easily put my trust, faith , respect and affection to anyone who seem to be nice and friendly to me. I am still thankful to God that I made this realization just right on time. I know now that God is still good to me because He never let me in a very big trouble and catastrophic state. I made a vow to myself now, not to trust a person completely and totally. I am hoping and praying that after this turn of events in my life, I have already learned a lesson and despite the heartaches and tears, I pray that could still find it in my heart to trust a person. As of the moment, I doubt everyone. I would never make a fool of myself again. Am I bitter? Yes, I am. That's life's bitter truth.<br /><div id="refHTML"></div>bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-31987350815679637922009-03-06T07:30:00.000-08:002009-03-06T07:55:49.810-08:00Death of Francis M.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SbFHCxfG2HI/AAAAAAAAAKg/CaEhyjUnEAA/s1600-h/images.jpeg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 89px; height: 130px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SbFHCxfG2HI/AAAAAAAAAKg/CaEhyjUnEAA/s320/images.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5310103548615645298" border="0" /></a><br />News on Francis M.'s death hit the whole country in big shock. That's usually how it is when a famous personality passed away. Many Filipinos are now mourning for Francis' death. In line with that, a lot of people are now visiting Francis' website at multiply.com and even browsing the you tube. He was one techie person for sure. He blogged about his experiences no matter how painful his battle and fight for the big C was. I guess, the artist in him can't help but be known to the people. Even at the lowest, most painful and hardest times in his life, he made it a point that his fans , friends and fellow Filipino can see how he fought his own battle. I guess that's the essence of updating the public of his experiences at the 14th floor of the Medical City. People who are sick of cancer can draw strength and courage from Francis. He was some tough guy. He wanted to leave a message to a lot of people that while there is life there is hope. He also wanted people to relive and renew their faith to our Creator. I really looked up to him for his being patriotic, nationalistic, a good father, rapper, business man and a true son of God.<br /><br />It is expected that the two competing giant networks in the country, (ABS-CBN and GMA 7), impressed the viewing public with their own unique kind of reportage on the life and times of Francis Magalona. I guess, in times such as these, rating game should be put aside. Whether you are a kapamilya or a kapuso it doesn't really matter. We are all Filipinos. This is what matters!<br /><br />Francis M was one great artist in this lifetime. His life and times are so remarkable that he left the movie and music industry with so much legacy that no one can easily forget. I hope that another Francis M. will be born again. Good bye for now Francis M.!bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-4355357637597436622009-02-16T20:09:00.000-08:002009-02-24T17:38:53.215-08:00AcobayI recently joined a brand new and unique social network site. . It is an <a href="http://www.acobay.com/">innovative networking site</a>. Here, people share their "stuff" and get connected with each other by the cars they drive, places they visited, movies they love, games they play, and so on. Then they can interact with people of same interest (by a real meaning!) and get personalized recommendation. What are you waiting for? Don't be left out! 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We all know that. It is the nature of a human being, to err. However, each one of us must make it our business to be good in everything that we do. As much as possible, stick to your standards and principles. As a parent, we all have our own flaws and shortcomings to our very own kids. No doubt about that. The question is, are we satisfied by the way things are going on inside our own household? Are we harboring a good and harmonious relationship with every family member? Are you, at any rate, a good parent? These are simple questions but can not be easily answered by any parent. Why? Simply for a reason that a lot of things are easier said than done. A parent may know the rules of the game and the technical and theoretical knowledge and approach in raising a family but surprisingly when she plunges into the very scenario, it is more likely that he/she trips.<br /><br />I am not that good in parenting but please let me share with you some of my insights on how to be a good parent.<br /><br />1. Do not underestimate your children. Even at a very young age, talk with them as if they are of your age. You may not know it but kids are better listeners than adults. They have this tendency to absorb everything that adults tell them. So, there, be careful in uttering words.<br />2. Treat your kids with utmost respect. I guess, everybody deserves to be respected regardless of their age. If you respect a person, rest assured that you will also gain that respect from that person. <br />3.Try not to shout when you are mad. I find this very hard to do. Emotions are very hard to control especially when you are at the very apex of that particular emotion.But at least, try to control it. Any outburst of emotion may affect your child emotionally and psychologically.<br />4. Lead by example. This is the best rule on how to be a good parent. If you are trying to educate your kid, start with yourself first so that your kids will surely follow.<br /><br />I will try to give you more of my parenting techniques in my future posts. For now, happy parenting.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-60109798009812304612009-02-12T21:58:00.000-08:002009-02-12T22:25:35.252-08:00Work Boots USAAre you looking for a good quality working shoes at a very reasonable price? Rejoice! 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We offer free shipping to US orders only.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-10379188791800956692009-01-04T16:11:00.000-08:002009-01-04T16:12:27.469-08:00EOQOSIT: Listing High Quality Overseas Product Providers / Service Suppliers <meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CBERNAD%7E1%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><o:smarttagtype namespaceuri="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" name="place"></o:smarttagtype><o:smarttagtype namespaceuri="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" name="country-region"></o:smarttagtype><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if !mso]><object classid="clsid:38481807-CA0E-42D2-BF39-B33AF135CC4D" id="ieooui"></object> <style> st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } </style> <![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:blue; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:purple; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} p {mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-right:0in; mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; margin-left:0in; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} </style> <![endif]--> <p>The European Organisation for Quality in Outsources Services and International Trade (EOQOSIT) is launching its definitive business directory for Indian companies wishing to export products or services to the <st1:country-region><st1:place>United Kingdom</st1:place></st1:country-region>. The <a href="http://www.uk-indiabusiness.com/" target="_blank">www.uk-indiabusiness.com</a> website is officially launched at the end of January 2009. EOQOSIT's directories allow only one company for each category and allow entry <u>by invitation only</u> . Companies cannot 'buy their way in'. We maintain the highest quality in our listed companies by investigating any complaints made against services and removing the company if the complaint is upheld. In this way we ensure that are listed companies remain of the very highest standard. EOQOSIT is a 'not for profit' organisation witth the sole aim of 'raising the bar' for the standard of outsourced services provided to the EU. If you are considering procurring products or services from <st1:country-region><st1:place>India</st1:place></st1:country-region>, then make EOQOSITs <a href="http://www.uk-indiabusiness.com/" target="_blank">www.uk-indiabusiness.com</a> approved directory your start point.</p> bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-8867411047768402092008-11-14T16:03:00.001-08:002008-11-14T16:46:40.588-08:00Keep a little secret...it won't do any harm<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SR4b5nqtBmI/AAAAAAAAAIM/U75iTS3d2Pw/s1600-h/1197158571lv6xcB.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 46px; height: 65px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SR4b5nqtBmI/AAAAAAAAAIM/U75iTS3d2Pw/s320/1197158571lv6xcB.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5268679290784646754" border="0" /></a><br />Being in a serious relationship sometimes entail that you keep no secret to your partner. It is a simple gesture that you are giving your full trust to him/her. Others would say that If you truly love someone else, you have to make yourself fully known to that person. Not bad at all, isn't it? The million dollar question is that is it a must? No, no, no, it is still ideal that you keep all your personal information as in your bank account number, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">atm</span> numbers, email passwords, computer passwords and the like to yourself so that when it is high time and inevitable that you part ways, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">there'll</span> be no conflicts and hassles. In a more serious and delicate matter concerning your past, I guess you better keep it to yourself too. There is no need to divulge everything to your partner just to show how much you love and trust him/her. There are instances wherein your secret works against you. I may be cynical here but you have to think of the after math of any failed relationship. More often than not, ex lovers are not friends. Your partner may turn into a monster the moment you part ways. It is very applicable to prevent something from occurring in the earliest time being. You ought to love yourself first before you could love someone else. Keep a little secret to yourself, add a little mystery in you..I bet it won't do any harm.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-52255958538343772782008-10-29T08:54:00.000-07:002008-10-29T09:05:42.097-07:00Miss you PapaNovermber 1 is just a few days away. In the Philippines, this is a very significant day to visit the tomb of your departed loved ones. It is the best time for family reunion and bonding. In the case of my father who died more than a year now, his remains were cremated so we need not go to the cemetery. We are planning to hold a Halloween party at my sister's house. My mom will bring my father's urn there. Sounds fun but nah. My father's death was the darkest day in our lives. We were all unprepared for that. Up to now, we all have a heavy heart thinking that Papa will never be with us anymore. The only thing that we are all wishing for is that papa is at peace now. I hope that he is with our creator now. May his sins be forgivenby the Lord. Pa, you know how much we love you. If I could just turn back the clock, I would spend more time with you. This is so painful you know. It's hard to be left by your loved one. Pa, wherever you are don't forget that we love you and we truly miss you...a lot!bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-26289288621272897692008-10-13T23:34:00.001-07:002008-10-13T23:38:59.947-07:00Earn while making friendsGood news! There's a new dating game that is designed for all filipinas out there who want to have friends abroad. The said site is a clean and decent one. This site does not permit use of foul and vulgar languages. There is no porn either. One can easily earn as much as $1000 per month. for more details on the said dating site, leave your email address and I will contact you and provide you with pertinent details. So, come on. Have fun, make friends and earn at the same time.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-34652553384647259652008-09-29T20:55:00.000-07:002008-11-25T15:19:33.339-08:00Should you wait until marriage for sex?They say that things that easy come, easy go. True? Well, in some cases yes. I have observed that most people put more value on things that they work hard for and waited for quite some time. This is so very true with the tree lettered word called <a href="http://ezinearticles.com/?Should-You-Wait-Until-Marriage-For-Sex?&id=1506735">SEX.</a><br /> Mass media must perform its function as a catalyst for change. If the deteriorating value of many a youth today is caused by mass media, then it's about time that it functions otherwise. I have nothing against people who think that it is just okay to practice pre-marital sex. What I am so disgusted is the fact that a lot of people are so irresponsible when dealing with it. Some people are so careless as to the aftermath of pre-marital sex and the poor girl turns out as the loser in the end. So, girls out there, you better think not twice but a hundred times before you plunge into pre-marital sex. It is not always true that when a lot of people are doing it, it is already the right thing. It is still preferred to be the odd man out, rather than the one weeping alone. The three lettered word called SEX is not as simple as it looks. It entails full responsibility.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-49596094994321964602008-09-29T20:51:00.000-07:002008-09-29T20:53:04.895-07:00How to deal with anger?Stay away from me. I'm mad. This is my common by line when I am mad. I try to keep away from people who make me mad. I do this in order for me not to hurt people verbally. I may say some hurtful words which I might regret after wards. So, what I just do is to keep myself from these people. Actually, this is very effective. I avoid confrontation because I don't want to make enemies. Others try to count for as long as they could just to alleviate their anger.<br /><br />Anger is defined as a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance. It is an emotional state that may range from minor irritation to intense rage. The physical effects of anger include increased heart rate, blood pressure, and levels of adrenaline and noradrenaline...<a href="http://www.blogger.com/%20%20%20http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Deal-With-Anger&id=1506962">Read more</a>bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-38215498045003020542008-09-17T13:12:00.000-07:002008-09-17T13:25:36.641-07:00Love vs. studies: Deciding what comes first<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SNFntnUrYII/AAAAAAAAAIA/WZoGtYDjG_Q/s1600-h/two+people+in+love.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SNFntnUrYII/AAAAAAAAAIA/WZoGtYDjG_Q/s320/two+people+in+love.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247089074210824322" border="0" /></a><br />When you are still studying, it is but right to concentrate on your studies. But how would you entertain a certain feeling of admiration towards your opposite sex? Do you simply ignore it and focus more on your studies? Would you feel guilty if ever you fall in <a href="http://ezinearticles.com/?Love-Vs-Studies---Deciding-What-Comes-First&id=1480299">love?</a> Is there really a right time to fall in love?<br />The key word here is always <span style="font-weight: bold;">balance</span>. If one knows how to balance his time in every aspect of life, nothing can ever go wrong. Learning to prioritize things is the deciding factor for success. Nobody can ever say that they fall in love at the right time for there is no such thing as the right time. You feel love in the most unexpected way and manner. Sometimes you just woke up one morning thinking of that person. You may even have some sleepless nights too. One thing that we must be grateful to our creator is for giving us this capacity to feel something towards a person. This makesus all distinct from his other creation.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-70283687199679228312008-09-14T18:58:00.000-07:002009-02-18T20:37:38.598-08:00Jealousy---Is-it-Healthy-Or-Not?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SM3GKRQ4f0I/AAAAAAAAAH4/YW2_sGW-u60/s1600-h/images.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SM3GKRQ4f0I/AAAAAAAAAH4/YW2_sGW-u60/s320/images.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5246067020691701570" border="0" /></a><br />They say that you would only know that your partner truly loves you If he shows sign of <a href="http://ezinearticles.com/?Jealousy---Is-it-Healthy-Or-Not?&id=1480221">jealousy</a>. The thing is,up to what extent should we welcome jealousy and regard is as healthy. We have heard of so many news on crime for passion and the like. I guess, If ever one gets jealous he/she must learn to manage it. Never allow jealousy to rule over your system. Remember the golden rule on love: <span style="font-weight: bold;">anything that is not in moderation is bad.</span>bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-9829447936323945812008-09-04T00:04:00.000-07:002008-09-14T21:07:53.197-07:00"The Road Not Taken"<div align="left">I am 35 years old now. I have a very vivid memory of a certain poem which my high school teacher asked us to read. I often wonder and ask myself the question "what If?" I guess, in one way or the other, all of us have asked this question. The poem by Robert Frost which always pops into my mind whenever I am down and melancholic goes like this:<br />The Road Not Taken<br /><br />Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,</div><div align="left">And sorry I could not travel both</div><div align="left">And be one traveler, long I stood</div><div align="left">And looked down one as far as I could</div><div align="left">To where it bent in the undergrowth;</div><div align="left">Then took the other, as just as fair,</div><div align="left">And having perhaps the better claim</div><div align="left">Because it was grassy and wanted wear,</div><div align="left">Though as for that the passing there</div><div align="left">Had worn them really about the same,</div><div align="left">And both that morning equally lay</div><div align="left">In leaves no step had trodden black.</div><div align="left">Oh, I marked the first for another day!</div><div align="left">Yet knowing how way leads on to way</div><div align="left">I doubted if I should ever come back.</div><div align="left">I shall be telling this with a sigh</div><div align="left">Somewhere ages and ages hence:</div><div align="left">Two roads diverged in a wood, and I,</div><div align="left">I took the one less traveled by,</div><div align="left">And that has made all the difference. </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">Robert Frost </div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:0;"></span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:0;"></span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:130%;"> </span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:130%;"> Have you taken the right road? I hope that I did.</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:0;"></span></div></span>bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-17118339498255989292008-09-01T21:19:00.000-07:002008-09-01T22:15:29.533-07:00Scam or no Scam?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SLzL5LM4LWI/AAAAAAAAAHo/iB96bwrOMRo/s1600-h/treasure+chest.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SLzL5LM4LWI/AAAAAAAAAHo/iB96bwrOMRo/s320/treasure+chest.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5241288249472200034" border="0" /></a><br />Last week I was so surprised when I read my email. An email caught my attention because the sender is asking for my full cooperation and I would have to keep the whole transaction as a top secret. All that I have to do is cooperate fully with him. He was an African banker according to him. In their annual accounting of the banks depositors, he said that they came across a certain dormant account because the client died in a plane crash or something and left no kin. He wanted me to pose as a kin to the deceased person. The amount involve? Only $8,000,000.00. The deal is that he will get the 55% and I will get the 40% and the 5% for all the expenses that will be incurred during the whole transaction. Tempting isn't it? I would be a hypocrite If I would tell you that I wasn't tempted. But after three days of thorough thinking, I came up with the decision that I would not go for it. Assuming that it is authentic, I couldn't afford to live luxuriously knowing that I claimed something which is not lawfully mine. I have a gut feel too that it is a fraud because they would ask you to send them your driver's license number, bank account number and some pertinent infos. I turned him down. After a day, I got another email from another person singing the same song again. I ignored it. I don't know with you.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:130%;"> </span></span>bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-49761162975082590732008-09-01T21:01:00.000-07:002008-09-01T21:18:46.594-07:00How to get rid of CRACKED HEEL?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SLy-k4SvddI/AAAAAAAAAHY/0HmsvnvISMo/s1600-h/cracked+heel.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SLy-k4SvddI/AAAAAAAAAHY/0HmsvnvISMo/s320/cracked+heel.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5241273607147976146" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Are you tire</span><span style="font-weight: bold;">d and embarrass of being seen with your cracked heel? Well, worry no more. I have some useful and economical way to get rid of those cracked heel.<br /><br /></span><ul><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mash two bananas and apply it on your cracked heel. Leave for five minutes</span>.</li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Squezze two to three pieces of kalamansi and apply it on your cracked heel. Leave for five minutes.<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mix two tablespoon of petroleum jelly with two kalamansi and apply it on your cracked heel. Leave for ten minutes. </span></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Apply petroleum jelly on your cracked heel and put on socks overnight.</span></li></ul>Try any of those practical suggestions and you will see the result soon. You need not have a foot spabernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-46050819605242646482008-09-01T18:40:00.000-07:002008-09-01T18:57:40.658-07:00Is It Okay to Give Your Kid The Latest Gadget In Town?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SLyddRcSuaI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/35qECajrpGs/s1600-h/Matt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SLyddRcSuaI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/35qECajrpGs/s320/Matt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5241237192576252322" border="0" /></a><br />The very reason why parents work so hard is to provide their children with all their needs as much as all their wants. As a doting mother of six kids, I feel so happy and elated whenever I see my children so happy and contented with all the things that my husband and I are giving them. Children's brag right is so evident on their faces. The question is how much should we give our children? Should we always give them all their wants. Technological gadgets on games and communication system is so rampant in the market. You'll be surprised to know that your children would ask you to buy miniature gadgets which actually cost ten to twenty thousand pesos. My golly! The price is so dear that it could already mean a half month of our food allowance. I remember when my second child celebrated his 14th birthday this year. He was asking for a PSP as his birthday gift. My husband did not give in to his request because we know that his studies is not doing great this year because he is into computer games so badly. How much more If he could have that little gadget wherein we could not monitor his usage of it.? We know that he was sad and upset but we have to be firm on our decision. In the end he would understand that we are just being stern for his own sake.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-80175125995108188522008-08-25T22:49:00.000-07:002008-08-25T22:56:02.541-07:00Long lost palsThis weekend, I was so excited and happy at the same time because I was able to talk with my two special friends back in high school. I lost touch with them when I got married. It's been twenty years since I last saw them. You could just imagine the excitement that I felt when I talked with them over the phone via an overseas call. The two of them are in L.A. as of this time. I am so grateful that with the help of internet and cell phone, I was able to find my dear friends. It has a bonus because I was able to see some of our classmates and friends too in the Friendster. Thank God and thank humanity for the wonderful breakthrough in communication technology.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-55237712646465970512008-08-21T19:08:00.000-07:002008-08-21T21:29:29.061-07:00Self reliance<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SK5AhCPk6dI/AAAAAAAAAHI/4IFPxoJdZrw/s1600-h/feeding+bottle.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SK5AhCPk6dI/AAAAAAAAAHI/4IFPxoJdZrw/s320/feeding+bottle.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5237194352960530898" border="0" /></a><br />First time parents tend to be more protective. As much as possible, these brand new parents would not want anything wrong to happen to their child. Is it bad to be very protective? In some ways, YES. As in any cases, anything that is not done in moderation is always bad. Over-protectiveness is often the reason why many children, especially here in the Philippines, become very dependent on their parents. A lot of parents teach their children about self reliance a little bit late. Let us not underestimate the capacity of our children. Do you know that even at a very young age, you can actually teach your kid on self reliance? Yes, by merely teaching your baby a simple task as in holding his feeding bottle, you are teaching him on how to be independent. Simple household chores are often the training ground on independence. Of course, there are some exceptions. You could easily depict if the situation really calls for your help. Try teaching your kid not to be totally dependent on you most of the times. I bet that as your child grows, you will see the benefit of how your child practice independence at an early age.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-15008327352768986942008-08-20T19:29:00.000-07:002008-08-20T19:42:25.968-07:00Remembering NINOY AQUINO<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKzWCQic-RI/AAAAAAAAAHA/AE54jGfPdEU/s1600-h/ninoy+aquino.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKzWCQic-RI/AAAAAAAAAHA/AE54jGfPdEU/s320/ninoy+aquino.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236795801012599058" border="0" /></a><br />Today is August 21. the whole Filipino nation is commemorating the 25th death anniversary of Ninoy Aquino. Who is Ninoy Aquino? A lot of young people today do not know him. He was the most controversial critic of Marcos regime. He was known for his message that the Filipinos are worth dying for. The question is are we really worth dying for? I hope that our leaders would be reminded of the good deeds of NINOY AQUINO. I hope that our greedy leaders would realize that when they die, they cannot take all the material things with them. I hope that these greedy leaders would stop robbing our poor economy. Let NINOY be a reminder to all of us that there is hope despite of all the hardships and crises that the Philippines is facing. Let there be a stop to this senseless conflict in Mindano which have caused lives of many innocent people. Let there be peace in our country. Let it start with me and you. Let us all be a hero in our own little way.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-26812412134545489692008-08-20T18:46:00.000-07:002008-08-20T19:09:50.417-07:00Stay away from me: I'M ANGRY<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKzOTqsoQtI/AAAAAAAAAGw/UAtCANU_WE4/s1600-h/angry.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKzOTqsoQtI/AAAAAAAAAGw/UAtCANU_WE4/s320/angry.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236787303999357650" border="0" /></a><br />Did you ever feel so mad? I bet all of us did in one point in our life. I bet that given a chance, you would not want to get mad. Aside from the fact that when you are angry, you will look bad and your mind is not at peace. What do you do to manage your anger? Do you shout at the person or do you inflict harm on them? A lot of people are alarmed when they are mad especially those who have violent tendencies.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Anger</b> is an emotional state that may range from minor irritation to intense rage. The physical effects of anger include increased heart rate, blood pressure, and levels of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrenaline" title="Adrenaline" class="mw-redirect">adrenaline</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noradrenaline" title="Noradrenaline" class="mw-redirect">noradrenaline</a>. Some view anger as part of the fight or flight brain response to the perceived threat of pain. Anger becomes the predominant feeling behaviorally, cognitively and physiologically when a person makes the conscious choice to take action to immediately stop the threatening behavior of another outside force<span style="text-decoration: underline;">.</span><br /></div><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />It is very important that a person knows how to deal with anger. A lot of techniques have been considered to minimize anger. One is to stay away from the person who cause your anger. The more you see and feel that person's presence can only aggravate your anger. If you cannot get rid of him, you may try counting silently from 1-100 or until you feel that you are not that angry anymore. If you think that you have some violent tendencies when you get angry, try to help yourself by asking God's help that you may eradicate anger in your heart. With god, nothing is impossible. It is always right and good karma to always think good and do good towards your fellow.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></div><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span>bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-58705492967268078132008-08-18T20:51:00.000-07:002008-08-18T21:03:26.841-07:00Say NO when you have to.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKpF9BzC5mI/AAAAAAAAAGo/tVpcXfaYyTE/s1600-h/outspoken+person.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKpF9BzC5mI/AAAAAAAAAGo/tVpcXfaYyTE/s320/outspoken+person.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236074431528494690" border="0" /></a><br />Have you ever turned down a person? The feeling is quite heavy right? Sometimes, I have this tendency to say yes to almost everyone. I hate seeing people get disappointed in anyway. As much as possible I want to please everyone. I know that it is very impossible. One way or the other we would have to tell others that we simply cannot give everything or agree with them all the way. This has been my problem ever since. My eldest brother would always remind me never to let people hanging. I hate turning down my suitors because I hate seeing them sad and down. I just let them get tired of me. My brod would simply tell me that I have to be frank and blatant about my feelings. The more I prolong their waiting, the more I inflict pain on them. I gave that suggestion a thorough thought and he was right after all. I started being honest with my feelings. I am not God. I cannot simply please everyone because I'm just human. As always, it is very right to be open about your feelings and about yourself.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-27529060936515802272008-08-18T20:05:00.000-07:002008-08-18T20:30:27.437-07:00Come on, don't be shy.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKo-KytcMLI/AAAAAAAAAGg/wx8VSt8yV5E/s1600-h/shy.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKo-KytcMLI/AAAAAAAAAGg/wx8VSt8yV5E/s320/shy.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236065871903600818" border="0" /></a><br />Most Filipinos are noted for being timid and shy. Even in school, I have observed that most of my classmates would rather keep quiet than ask questions to our teacher when we were asked if there are no questions on the topics that she had discussed. I noticed that very few would actually ask questions. Our silence was taken by our teacher that the topic was well understood. But the moment the result of the exam came out, my God , the result was at total dismay. This timidity by most Filipinos is a negative trait that we must all work very hard to overcome. Even my kids are very timid most of the times. I would always remind them that I was not raised like that. The world needs outspoken people to be able to develop and improve. What would happen to our world if all of us would just nod on our leaders on anything that they say? I know that silence is just a manifestation of our desire to be perfect. We fear that people might laugh at our weaknesses if ever we ask question. Pride holds us back. We are afraid that others might think that we are just plain dumb. We are afraid to be labeled us weak. This is my goal in life. I want my children to be outspoken and forget about shyness. . I want them to ask intelligent questions. When one asks, he does not just exist in this world. He is curious of the world around him. No one can fool him in any manner. I want to start with my own children. I want them to know and realize that it is not right to keep quiet all the time. if you think that you are right, stand up and speak up. For all you know, a lot of people have already benefit on your simple query. An inquisitive mind is always synonymous to desire to learn things which are obscure to you.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712489974561895918.post-49119303312914946922008-08-15T04:59:00.000-07:002008-08-15T05:20:53.588-07:00Is White really beautiful?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKV0ksa5yfI/AAAAAAAAAGY/ZT97FOXLjU8/s1600-h/glutatjhione.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKV0ksa5yfI/AAAAAAAAAGY/ZT97FOXLjU8/s320/glutatjhione.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5234718315636181490" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKV0bb9LA4I/AAAAAAAAAGQ/vz8vkZZ5vaE/s1600-h/skin+bleaching.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKV0bb9LA4I/AAAAAAAAAGQ/vz8vkZZ5vaE/s320/skin+bleaching.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5234718156597691266" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKV0R7ld3JI/AAAAAAAAAGI/RMUtJPWwYmY/s1600-h/whitening+pills.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_13CVvPOrWrs/SKV0R7ld3JI/AAAAAAAAAGI/RMUtJPWwYmY/s320/whitening+pills.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5234717993289505938" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span><br />A lot of advertisements on whitening products and services are proliferating these days. They can be seen and read in all forms of mass media. Celebrities are widely utilized to endorse such products and services. The sales result proved that such technique is very effective. Have you ever wondered why whitening products are very in demand in the market? Well, obviously many Filipinos want to achieve a fairer skin. Filipinos have this notion that being white is tantamount to being pretty. Everybody wants to be beautiful. Who does not?<br /><br />Personally I have nothing against people who want to have a fairer skin. If being white can help boost one's self esteem, why not? We must be very particular though in taking whitening pills and using whitening products. There are some instances wherein a negative reaction on a certain product occurs. It is best to consult a certified dermatologist on what product will suit your skin type. An ounce of prevention is still better than a pound of cure.<br /><br />Remember that external beauty fades in time for they are merely superficial, what matters most is the inner beauty for it lingers.bernadettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01300928291294274737noreply@blogger.com0