Ryann Castro

Change Starts Within Us

2016-04-23T21:59:00.000-07:00

To all, I know you have your presidential bet, but please weigh your choices. Vote for whoever values life first as well as justice, country and democracy. Don't vote because of absolute promises with unknown future results.

The Robber

2016-03-04T03:12:00.000-08:00

During a robbery, the bank robber shouted to everyone in the bank: "Don't move. The money belongs to the State. Your life belongs to you."

Of Wolf and Man

2016-02-21T03:33:00.004-08:00

The strength of a team is derived from each individual's contribution to the whole effort. Each member plays a vital role that makes a team whole. It doesn't matter how big or small it maybe, for what you bring to the table benefits everybody.

Hind Lick Maneuver

2016-02-09T03:54:00.001-08:00

Two hillbillies walk into a restaurant. While having a bite to eat, they talk about their moonshine operation. Suddenly, a woman at a nearby table, who is eating a sandwich, begins to cough.

Missing Report

2016-02-04T08:05:00.000-08:00

A husband went to the sheriff’s department to report that his wife was missing.

Panagbenga 2016 Schedule Of Traditional Events

2016-01-04T05:00:00.000-08:00

The Panagbenga 2016 theme is “Bless the Children With Flowers.” The theme denotes that the youth is encouraged to participate more in the festivities as the City Government of Baguio lines up several activities that would tap into the younger generation.
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The Road To 2016

2016-01-01T05:00:00.000-08:00

January 01, 2016 is the first page of a 365 days year. It is perhaps necessary to look at the year ahead and anticipate all the ways and possibilities 2016 can go. It might also be helpful to remind ourselves that in the middle of ups and downs, the future is also being made.

Year-End Post 2015

2015-12-31T23:30:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to all of my friends, family and to all my brothers, to us and those like us!

The Legend Why Men Lie

2015-12-29T06:00:00.000-08:00

Is this the legend why men lie?

The Day After Christmas

2015-12-26T05:02:00.000-08:00

The day after Christmas is called Boxing Day, is a secular holiday that is traditionally celebrated on 26 December, the day after Christmas. 26 December is also St. Stephen's Day, a religious holiday. But for me and some, it is a day that we lost a good man.

TechnoZombies: Devolution

2015-12-22T00:08:00.002-08:00

From the original post of TechnoZombies comes the second installment with the same title and with the description of Devolution. As technology made everything easy for man, from hard labor to a push of a button and from face to face conversation to online conversations. Yet, with the advancement of technology and man being dependent on its advantages, the mind takes the toll from those advantages being abused.

Black-Skinned Chicken Recipe Troll

2015-12-11T08:19:00.001-08:00

What's the deal with these black chickens, and do they taste different than the paler breed? Silkie chickens are a highly-prized breed of chicken that has beautiful silky white plumage, and startlingly black skin.

The North Face Founder Douglas Rainsford Tompkins Passed Away At 72

2015-12-09T09:32:00.000-08:00

His revolutionary dome type designed tent which eliminates the use of a centered pole of a classic A-type was widely copied up to this day, Douglas Tompkins was an innovator and a pioneer of commercial outdoor gears.

No Shave November {

2015-11-30T21:31:00.000-08:00

The goal of No-Shave November is to grow awareness by embracing our hair, which many cancer patients lose, and letting it grow wild and free. Donate the money you typically spend on shaving and grooming to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle. ~ https://www.no-shave.org

TechnoZombies

2015-10-24T08:23:00.000-07:00

Image from Deepanshu Saini

Technology is the collection of techniques, skills, methods and processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives, such as scientific investigation. ~ Wikipedia

10 "Pet" Peeves Dogs Have About Humans

2015-09-07T05:01:00.000-07:00

A Dead Man's Wish

2015-08-15T22:46:00.000-07:00

A death row inmate awaiting execution, asked as a last wish a pencil and paper. After writing for several minutes, the convict called the prison guard and asked that this letter be handed over to his biological mother.

The letter said ...

Year-End Post 2014

2014-12-25T20:56:00.001-08:00

As we celebrate the birth of Christ, may each and everyone of you find Blessings of Peace and Happiness, not in material things or earthly pleasures but in the comfort of our families, friends, co-workers and those who are near and far but close to our hearts.

Ebola: Timeline Of A Ruthless Killer

2014-10-21T05:00:00.001-07:00

CONAKRY - From Guinea's forests to Sierra Leone's capital, here are key dates in the current Ebola epidemic, which since it emerged late last year has spread beyond its west African hotspots.

Ebola Virus Facts

2014-10-19T07:10:00.000-07:00

Ebola virus disease (formerly known as Ebola haemorrhagic fever) is a severe, often fatal illness, with a case fatality rate of up to 90%. It is one of the world’s most virulent diseases. The infection is transmitted by direct contact with the blood, body fluids and tissues of infected animals or people.

World's 4th Largest Lake Nearly Dried Up

2014-10-17T02:30:00.000-07:00

An aerial view of the ship graveyard near Muynak over the dried up Aral Sea in Uzbekistan. U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon visited the sea's remains as part of a trip through former Soviet Central Asia. Sunday, April 4, 2010. U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says the drying up of the Aral Sea is one of the planet's most shocking disasters and is calling on Central Asian leaders to step up cooperation in solving the environmental problems. - AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko

The Encyclopediot

2014-10-15T01:00:00.000-07:00

Talking about uniqueness falls short on which type of uniqueness a person has. Uniqueness could be either an advantage or usefulness or it could be just plain abnormal which makes one standout among the rest of the crowd. With the vast examples that could be possibly used, let's take for instance knowledge or intellect. You may have encountered people who seem to know everything regardless whatever topic there is or could just be plainly repeating what other people just said like a parrot or a recording machine on auto playback. Looks smart eh? Nah, there's a word that fits such people.

Leader VS Boss

2014-10-13T01:00:00.000-07:00

For an organization/entity/team to be great, it must have great leadership. Leaders are people that are responsible for inspiring, guiding and leading a group of people on a path for a common cause. Leaders have vision and willing followers. They look beyond the here and now to see the vast potential of their organization. Leaders accomplish their goals in ways different from bosses.

Selfie

2014-10-11T02:00:00.000-07:00

A selfie is a self-portrait photograph (self-photography), typically taken with a hand-held digital camera or camera phone. Selfies are often shared on social networking services such as Facebook, Google+, Instagram, Snapchat, Tumblr and Twitter. They are usually flattering and made to appear casual. Most selfies are taken with a camera held at arm's length or pointed at a mirror, rather than by using a self-timer.

Ebola Infographic: What You Need To Know

2014-10-09T01:30:00.000-07:00

A deadly contagious disease spreading across four nations in West Africa is no cause for alarm yet in this part of the world. But it pays to know the disease and do the necessary precautions if the illness lands on our shores.