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"What Makes a Real Man?"

2012-09-11T06:39:00.000-07:00

"What makes a real man?"

This was the question I posted in my Advisory Class' private group.

It was after reading blogs pertaining to manhood that made me interested in asking the question to my students. My idea is to get a little perspective from them, especially most of them are you ladies, and so I posted...

I know most of you are young ladies, but in an young woman's perspective, how would you answer this question below...

"What makes a real man?"

Needs not to be technical...
I would appreciate your answer... thanks! :)

And here are their response.

"I'll make my answer simple sir. A real man is someone who knows how to treasure a woman. Not in a way na maibbigay lahat ng gsto (like material things) but a man who is capable of gaining Respect, Trust and Love for his woman. ♥ and xempre ung God-fearing. :D " ~ Camille

"A real man is someone who respects a woman, he will not make you feel left out and he always comfort and understands you in any kind of situations. He will not get tired on understanding your immaturity, and he will made you feel that you are special and you are one of a kind. Lastly, The one who will not search for other woman. A real man is contented for what he has. :)" ~ Zhara

"Real men PRAY." ~ Shannon

"Real men wouldn't ask the woman they love to change...
Real men waits but acts on the right time...
Real men can make a woman laugh...
Real men try to understand not pretend...
Real men knows their limits and when to stop...
Real men are idiots but sweet...
Real men makes mistakes but apologize afterwards...
And most importantly, real men knows they can hurt the woman they love but tries not to..." ~ Alyssa

"A real man is TRUE TO HIS WORDS." ~ Venus

"real men are not fake :3
real men knows discipline .." ~ Jovelyn

"real men?knows right time,and right place in every action,knows how to treasure and respect.. " ~ Catherine

"What makes a real man? A real man is a man who doesn't fight back not because he is scared or a coward but because he knows that fighting doesn't make him strong and look manly. WAG NA NGA ENGLISH. LOL. Basta yung tipong pag hinamon ng suntukan di pumapatol pero pag hinamon harapin ang isang responsibilidad go sya."
~ Valerie

MY TAKE ON THIS...

We could come up with words to answer the question, but for me, I would go back to the basics. To go back to the basic means to go back to the real intention of God in creating MAN.

A MAN LEADS. Man was specifically wired by God to lead(Gen. 1:26). In the book of Genesis it was Adam who was tasked by God to rule over His creation. Be it in the family, in the relationship, or even in every structure of this world... man is made by God to lead. Following God's design, A REAL MAN LEADS.

A MAN PROTECTS. Physiologically speaking men are stronger that women. God created men physically superior than women for a purpose and that is to protect them. Adam's failure to protect Eve led to the fall (Gen. 3). So in every relationship, more specifically with the opposite sex, men are bestowed the responsibility to protect the women. Therefore, A REAL MAN PROTECTS.

A MAN PROVIDES. Fathers are suppose to be the providers of the family. Primarily, it is with their toil that family survives. After the fall it was Adam's task to provide Eve and their family. So by design A REAL MAN PROVIDES for his family.

This for me is a REAL MAN... A MAN WHO LEADS, PROTECTS, and PROVIDES.

Basic Mountaineering Course Series

2012-08-21T06:03:00.000-07:00

Since I enjoy climbing, I thought of educating my self and others in this hobby. I planned attending a basic mountaineering course offered by organizations but schedule wise, it's not possible as of the moment. I'm still hopeful though, that in the future I'll be more educated and certified by a group. But until then I have got this lecture that I wish to share to other who also are into climbing. This is taken from the UP Mountaineering Society which produced the well known Filipino mountaineer Romy Garduce. I'll be posting it by parts. Here is Part I.

Part 1: Climb Preparation
In preparing for a climb, several factors have to be taken into consideration by the prospective climber. No backpacker-beginner or expert-can ignore physical fitness in preparing for a climb. A certain level of fitness is required for a pleasant and safe climb. In order to enjoy the scenery and the company of fellow backpackers, one must be fit to keep up with them. The lack of preparations has made a lot of potentially great climbs in total disaster.

Physical Fitness
To help you in preparing for a climb, we have list down some guidelines:

All participants of a climb must be physically fit. The best fitness program involves continuous endurance training through aerobic sports such as running, swimming, cycling, and walking.

Weight training is the perfect supplement to a aerobic program. This will help you develop your muscular strength and endurance.

Any participant in a climb who gets sick before the climb should forego his participation. A sick climber becomes a liability to the group.

An old adage says that the best exercise for mountaineering is mountaineering. The hardiest hikers and climbers are those who spend a great deal of their time hiking, backpacking, and climbing.

Being fit gives you the confidence to tackle climbs, such that psyching up come almost naturally.

Five Sites I Last Visited

2012-07-29T23:16:00.000-07:00

Here are the last 10 sites I've visited:

1. toptenreviews.com

I've really the desire to buy a DSLR. Praying that this Christmas season would be the time for me to do it. Gotta save for that NIKON D5100!

Specific site : http://entry-level-dslr-camera-review.toptenreviews.com/nikon-d5100-details.html

2. christianpf.com

I was assigned to do the tithes and offering/ giving part in our service yesterday so I looked for a fresh verse and googled it. This site came up which proved to be useful! Cool!

Specific site: http://christianpf.com/21-bible-verses-about-giving/

3. makeusof.com

I was to lazy to read books and I haven't bought a new one just yet. So to do the magic (and that is called shortcutting) I looked for a sight again which provides book reviews and found a site which suggest an A-list of book review sites! Brilliant!

Specific site: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/decide-what-to-read-next-with-the-best-book-review-sites/

4. london2012.com

I never had the chance to watch the well talked about opening of the Summer Olympics. Of course as a basketball fanatic, I wanted to keep track of the happenings in basketball. So I checked the official site for results and updates.

Specific site: http://www.london2012.com/basketball/

5. omflit.com

I was looking for a book to give as gift. and i found it here. Now the challenge is to look for it in the stores.

Specific site: http://www.omflit.com/home/events.php?i=175

"ISKO the WONDER BOY!"

2012-07-27T21:47:00.003-07:00

“Isko" is a Filipino nick name for Francisco..

A boy named Isko wasvery sad in his class..

The teacher asked, "Isko what is your problem?"

Isko answered, "I'm too smart for the first-grade.My sister is in the third grade and I'm smarter than she is. I think I should be in the third-grade too!"

The teacher had enough. She took Isko to the principal's office.

While Isko waited in the outer office, the teacher explained to the principal what the situation was.

The principal told the teacher he would give the boy a test and if he failed to answer any of the questions he was to go back to the first-grade and behave.

She agreed. Isko was brought in and the conditions were explained to him and he agreed to take the test.

Principal: "What is 3 x 3 ?"

Isko: "9".

Principal: "What is 6 x 6 ?"

Isko: "36"

And so it went with every question the principal thought a third-grade should know.

The principal looks at the teacher and tells her, "I think Isko can go to the third-grade. "

Teacher says to the principal, " I have some of my own questions. Can I ask him"

The principal and Isko both agreed.

Teacher asks, "What does a cow have four of and that I have only two of?

Isko: After a moment, " Legs."

Teacher: "What is in your pants that you have but I do not have?"

Isko: " Pockets "

Teacher: " What starts with a C and ends with a T, is hairy, oval, delicious and contains thin whitish liquid?

Isko: Coconut

Teacher: What goes in hard and pink then comes out soft and sticky?

The principal's eyes open really wide and before he could stop the answer, Isko was taking charge.

Isko: Bubblegum

Teacher: What does a man do standing up, a woman does sitting down and a dog does on three legs?

The principal's eyes open really wide and before he could stop the answer...

Isko: Shake hands

Teacher: Now I will ask some" Who am I " sort of questions, Okay?

Isko: Yep. Teacher: You stick your poles inside me. You tie me down to get me up. I get wet before you do.

Isko: Tent

Teacher: A finger goes in me. You fiddle with me when you're bored. The best man always has me first..

The principal was looking restless, a bit tense and took one large Jack Daniel peg.

Isko: Wedding Ring

Teacher: I come in many sizes. When I'm not well, I drip. When you blow me, you feel good.

Isko: Nose

Teacher: I have a stiff shaft. My tip penetrates. I come with a quiver.

Isko: Arrow

Teacher: What word starts with a ' F ' and ends in ' K ' that means lot of heat and excitement?

Isko: Firetruck

Teacher: What starts with a ' F ' and ends in 'K ' and if you don't get it, you have to use your hand.

Isko: Fork

Teacher: What is it that all men have one. It's longer on some men, than others, the pope doesn't use his and a man gives it to his wife after they're married ?

Isko: SURNAME

Teacher: What part of the man has no bone but has muscles, has lots of veins, like pumping, and is responsible for making love ?

Isko: HEART

The principal breathed a sigh of relief and said to the Teacher:

"Send this Boy to Harvard University !! I even got the last ten questions wrong myself! "Shame on me.

Loving the Mountains

2012-01-24T06:17:00.000-08:00

I’ve always wanted to be a mountaineer.

Explore the forest, trek the woods, swim the rivers, dive into the sea, have massage from the water from the falls, listen to the birds singing, hear the sound of the insects, and marvel at GOD’S creation at the summit after a tiring climb!

Commune with Mother Nature.

It took me some time. But I’m taking it seriously more now. I’m aiming to climb more. Farther and higher will I go. I now have some people who shares the same passion and because of that I’m doubly excited!

Masaya ang experiences. Madaming nakikilalang mga tao. Nakakapagod pero narrating ang tuktok ng bundok! Walang katumbas na saya at ligaya! Pramis!

It makes me appreciate more God’s creation and also reminds me of His mandate to us to be good stewards of His Creation (Genesis 1:28-29).

Tara akyat tayo! :D

Day 7

2012-01-12T05:31:00.000-08:00

It’s the last day! I am excited!

I went to Victory Dasma at around 2:30 and arrived at around 3 pm I think. I spent some time chatting with people, and rested while I wait for the start of the prayer meeting.

Prayer meeting was awesome! Praise and worship was really engaging! Pastor Benjie delivered the message.

And finally! It’s eating time! After 7 days! I’m about to eat something other than soup and juice! I thank God for sustaining me! I ate nido soup, goto, and some fruits. I also ate pandesal and puto. Arjay gave us some spaghetti, all are tikim lang naman, kasi ayoko mabigla!

Our season of prayer and fasting really thought me something and I am really thankful to God for His unending love, for His abounding grace, and unending mercy. I just wanna trust Him all throughout, although it seems like it’s hard to understand and uncertain, just heed Him. For sure His plan is always for the good of us.

Makakain na ko ng gusto ko! Mc Donalds's cheese burger, fries, coke float! Spaghetti, chicken! Chic-boy! Inasal! Pizza! pansit! chocolates sa ref namin! Ice cream! and many more! :D

Day 5 and 6

2012-01-12T05:29:00.000-08:00

Day 5

I feel so sleepy all day. My rhinitis struck. So I was drained. I played the beat box and my nose is runny. Ate Susan delivered the Word. I’m really sleepy, I should sleep now.

Day 6
No class for today. I was able to rest. I prepared my preaching in the morning. I called my friend and just asked for some update. I thank God for the revelations He gave me. As I continue to pray and fast, God is really impressing me something and I am continually praying for it.

My message is based on what is written in Galatians 5:25, “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.” To keep in step means to keep walking, keep in pace, remain in Him, and stay with Him. Keep in step with the Spirit, has its benefit. In John chapter 15:5, it says, If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; and in verse 7, If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.

But how do we keep in step with the Holy Spirit? According to Steve Hixon in his article Keep in Step with the Spirit, “Keeping in step, or walking by the spirit, implies a conscious dependence upon God. Since the Spirit is to be our source of power, life, joy, and freedom, then keeping in step means staying in touch with His presence. Whatever keeps us in touch with our need for Him, combined with a heart that is willing to follow Christ, keeps us in step with Him. Therefore, prayer, Bible reading, honest relationships, communion, worship, taking spiritual risks, authentic ministry -- anything that surfaces our weakness and causes us to cry out for His strength -- keeps us in step with the Spirit. And then the results of that kind of lifestyle become evident as the fruit of the Spirit -- recognizable as qualities that only God can produce.”

This kind of lifestyle produces the fruit of the Holy Spirit. We become filled with Holy Spirit as we continue to keep in step with the Spirit. And as we keep in step we become more Christ-like.

And so as a conclusion, my one point message is, “Keeping in step with the Spirit transforms us to be more like Christ.”
The prayer meeting was really amazing! Not because I preached, but the Holy Spirit really moved! We felt during our praise and worship time and during the prayer time! It was really great! Really hard to describe!

Day 4

2012-01-09T06:48:00.000-08:00

I overslept and so as a result, I was late. This day is one long day, because it’s my longest teaching day in terms of hours. My class is from 7 am to 530 pm with only 1 and a half hour break.

Imagine that! Plus the fact that my last class is a hyper class made up of mostly boys, not just for 1 hour and a half, but for 3 hours! But of course, I'll utilize the break to maximize my time! Genius! HAHA!

I only took, Nesvita for breakfast and had chocolate drink as my liquid intake, had some coffee in the afternoon, and took my soup as dinner. I so love the liquid stuffs! :D

I am really thankful to God for His abundant grace! Fourth day was not much of a struggle, I don’t feel hungry that much. I believe my body is already well adjusted. I’m really getting excited on Thursday! That would be our last day and the day that we’ll break our fast!

Revelation for this day: Ask God whatever, don’t hesitate! He’s our Father after all, He won’t withhold good things to His children! So true! :))

Day 3

2012-01-08T06:08:00.000-08:00

Pag-inakbayan ka ni PG (that’s shortcut for Pastor Gilbert) alam mo na ibig sabihin nun. Isa yan sa mga joke na lagging sinasabi naming sa ministry. Ibig sabihin PG is actually eyeing you to enter in the school of ministry.

Kuya Olim last night shared the WORD and said na, suko na siya. Ibig sabihin, he is not anymore hindering God’s calling. He has been a pastor before from another church, but for some reason.. he went out and just contented himself in being a volunteer. It was a good thing he made that decision. Good for his family, to him personally, and to the ministry.

Ako, naakbayan na ko ni PG. Haha.. ilang beses na. At this season I am really seeking God for guidance. Asking Him for the direction He wants me to take. This third day made me think a lot. And I know God is actually giving me some impressions. I’m listening.

I know He also wants me to let go of some things. It’s really hard. It’s really painful. But I know when He asks me to let go of something, something better is coming.

Cause me to be bold God..
Cause me to be strong..
Cause me to rely on You alone..

Day 2

2012-01-07T05:23:00.000-08:00

I woke up rather late. That’s a little past 9:30 I think. And then I took some soup.. and guess what.. I slept again! Haha. I really need to conserve energy. I answered my devotionals and took some more rest.

I left my place at around 5:10 pm and I arrived in church at about 5:38. Clement asked me to do the transition and so I did. I also played the beat box, songs were really nice.

Kuya Olim delivered the message, and it was really encouraging! God just confirmed him something.. and that is following his calling.. entering the school of ministry. That’s a welcome development!

Still strong! And expecting God for greater things! :)

My 2012 Seven Days Prayer and Fasting Chronicle

2012-01-06T04:51:00.000-08:00

Day 1:

It’s on! It’s day one! I’m still strong. I woke up very early; I think it’s around 5 am. I started reading the devotional for our Annual Prayer and Fasting. We do it corporately to prepare for what God will be doing for the coming year. As they say, “better start the year right.” And of course that is what we’re doing. What better way to start the year, but by seeking God for guidance. 

Doing fasting at this time of the year has some benefits. First of course would be the spiritual benefits. It helps us to be sensitive with God’s direction in our lives. It gives us the opportunity to fine tune ourselves in the way God wants us to be. It is also healthy, it cleanses the digestive system and of course the plus factor would be losing some pounds and bulges added during the holiday seasons!

I arrived at Victory Trece a little past 6 pm (daily prayer meeting starts at 6 pm) and so I was able to enjoy praise and worship time. I was asked by Clement to facilitate the prayer points and so I oblidge without any hesitation. Mark was my prayer partner at that time, and we spent time praying for our faith goals for the year!

I’m praying for many things. For my family, my career, my personal life, and many more which I wish I could write here but I can’t or should I say I won’t.. haha.. 
I’m expecting God for more! He actually blessed me even before I started fasting! My cousin gave me an Ipad2, though I still need to wait till February, it’s a great blessing for me! 

It’s just a joy to know that at this time of the year, we as a spiritual family in Victory are in one in prayer for the Nations, the Church, our Families, Career, Ministry, and many more. 

Breakthroughs are coming! 

Habang Nasa Jeep

2011-10-18T06:54:00.000-07:00

Habang ako'y nasa jeep.. na hyper ang utak ko.. random thoughts. Di malinaw kung bakit ang mga sumusunod ang aking naisip. Marahil dala ng mga pangyayari sa kapaligiran. Maaring dahil ako ay bored. Baka sa mga taong naka-usap. O di kaya gawa ng maraming iniisip. Di ko alam. Di ko sigurado. Pero ito ang tinype ko sa cellphone ko na ngayon ay naisulat ko na sa note na to.

101811.001 "Maturity is not measured by how eloquent you are able to say it, but by how dignified you are able to walk it."
101811.002 One sad thing: when people start to lift religion and church instead of ushering them to a deeper relationship with GOD
101811.003 Swimming
101811.004 Starbucks
101811.005 Push me away.
101811.006 Contact lens.
101811.007 Value relationship with people.
101811.008 One good thing: that opportunity to share with people.
101811.009 I talk, you listen.
101811.010 You talk... you talk to the hand!
101811.011 I don't care how you feel.
101811.012 Inconvenient.
101811.013 Investment.
101811.014 Involvement.
101811.015 We can't change people... yes we are God's instrument, but only God changes the heart of men.
101811.016 People don't care how much you know, unless they know how much you care.
101811.017 Drama.
101811.018 Uling.
101811.019 Jellyace.
101811.020 Humility.
101811.021 Honor.
101811.022 Respect.
101811.023 Grade sa PE.
101811.024 Minus.
101811.025 Plus.
101811.026 Cathedral.
101811.027 Indang plaza.
101811.028 SM.
101811.029 Jelly Belly.
101811.030 McDonald's
101811.031 BIG MAC
101811.032 Cheeseburger
101811.033 Fries.
101811.034 Nova.
101811.035 Conversation.

Dinagdag ko na lang yun iba. Dahil mula sa jeep ay bumaba ako at sumakay sa tricycle. Nakipagchat. Gumana muli ang isip. Nagsulat. Eto ang kinalabasan. May katuturan? Di ko alam... ito ay isang malayang pagpapahayag. Kalayaan.

FUN WITH WORD CLOUD

2011-09-28T00:45:00.000-07:00

boredom resulted to this...

What if Religion is just MAN made???

2011-09-26T04:10:00.000-07:00

(this was taken from Pastor Dennis Sy's blog. Here is the address >>> http://www.dennissy.com/what-if-religion-is-just-man-made/)

Has it ever occurred to you that religion may just be something that was invented so that people can have something to fall back on when the going gets tough, to blame when things go wrong, and to hope when everything starts to fall apart?
That is why I don’t focus on religion. My faith in God is not based on a religion but on the Scripture. Man, for the longest time tries to find security in their religion. So what you say is true in a way. But the Scripture tells us what true and pure religion is….

James 1:26-27 26 Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless. 27 Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.
Religion in its purest form is not about us. It is about serving the world with the love of Jesus. Religion fails when we don’t have a relationship with Jesus.

The difference between Christianity and religion is that...

Religion is spelled DO. Do good, do charity, do things to please God and men.

Christianity is spelled DONE. It is finished. Instead of focusing on what good I did for God, Christianity tells us of what Christ did for us.

Religion that majority practice today is actually a self salvation process. As long as I am religious, then I will be save, then I will experience the favor of God. We can never take Christ away from everything we do. We cannot take pride in what we are doing for Christ. We boast only in what Christ did for us.

LIFE Lessons

2011-07-20T07:00:00.000-07:00

“Everybody does it anyway… so I think it’s ok to cheat.”

Students now a days have that kind of mentality. For them if most are doing it, why can’t I? Sabi nga e, “everyone cheated at least once in their lifetime.”

But then again what are exams for?

Is it all about passing?

Is it just about your capacity to memorize all the articles and stuff that your teacher throws at you?
The answer is no. Exams of course are intended to measure what the students learn. But then one thing that exams, quizzes, assignments, research works, seat works, and other school stuff measure is your attitude towards your studies.

The reason students are having a hard time during exams is because they don’t know which one is to prioritize. And
because they are ill prepared… they resort to cheating… and creatively call it TEAMWORK.

Is cheating a legal or moral issue? Kapag nahuli it’s a legal issue… kapag hindi.. edi hindi! (kaya wag kayong papahuli.. haha!). More than a legal issue, it’s a moral issue. After all, in cheating, it’s you who’s cheating you.

Life is like an exam… it’s not all about perfection… it’s about excellence. You don’t need to get a perfect score to be excellent, coz when you do the things you’re supposed to do… and gave it your best… there’s nothing to regret and be ashamed of.

So instead of procrastinating and whining… start things up! So in the end… there’s nothing to regret. Take the troubles as a lesson, and stop blaming the teacher for giving you hard lessons and exams, you deserve those lessons if you want to succeed in life.

Just a reminder… :)

***I was able to compose this while reading the posts in BSP101 group... :))

Palawan!

2011-05-11T06:40:00.001-07:00

I so love this experience! I don't have time yet to speak of all of it... but I really enjoyed this summer trip! really AMAZING! :))

Not just students.. but FRIENDS.. :)

2011-04-15T01:54:00.001-07:00

First.. never mind how I look in the pics..

and second.. I'm not trying to be EMO.. I guess the proper term would be sentimental..

Mula ng magturo ako, madami na ring estudyante ang nakasalamuha ko, may mabait, merong hindi.. may mayabang, may humble, may maingay, tahimik, matalino, merong di gaano, merong masipag, at meron ding tamad,payat, mataba, maitim, maputi, singkit, malaki mata, may sungki, may braces,may mabango, meron ding matindi ang amoy, matangkad, maliit, maaga pumasok, laging late, iyakin, sumbungero, basagulero, adik, loner, happy go lucky,Japanese, Korean, Nigerian, American, Swiss at kung anu-ano pa..

sa totoo lang.. di ko na tanda lahat ng pangalan nila.. maaring makilala ko pa sa mukha.. pero mas kadalasan hindi na nga..

Sabi nila madali tandaan ang estudyante.. usually yung mga extremes ang madaling mareccall.. like yung laging perfect sa quiz at exam, o di kaya yung laging itlog ang pasalubong sa magulang.. yung sagot ng sagot na kahit minsan e wla namang saysay.. or di kaya yung isang estudyante na kahit minsan di mo maringan ng salita..

Hindi matatanggi na yung iba napadaan lang.. na parang walang epekto masyado.. pero sadyang merong iba na di mo basta makakalimutan. Yung mga nagleave sayo ng mark and memories.. saglit man o matagal ang pagsasama.. kapag merong impact sa buhay mo di na pwedeng kalimutan yung mga taong yun.. or in this case.. yung mga estudyanteng yun.

I cannot enumerate them.. but they are those whose picture appear on the left. I appreciate them so much. They've contributed to my growth as a teacher.. as a person..

Kalimitan ang guro ang nagtuturo pero maaring di nyo alam, sa panahong nakasama ko kayo, may mga bagay din kayong naituro sa kin.

Ang iba di ko na masyado nakikita.. pero dahil sa impact nila sa kin.. just a thought of them makes me smile.. yung tipong kahit matagal na talagang di nagkita.. parang walang nawalang oras.. kapag nagkita ulit parang kahapon lang yung isang taon o yung dalawang taon..

marami pa sigurong darating.. marami rin ang mawawala.. pero kailanman di na KAYO MAPAPALITAN.

I THANK GOD FOR ALL OF YOU!

YOU ARE NOT JUST MY STUDENTS...

MORE IMPORTANTLY..

YOU ARE ALSO MY FRIENDS.. :)))

SUMMER TERM

2011-04-14T17:52:00.001-07:00

Naka-schedule na ang bakasyon..

Naka-plano na ang mga gagawin.. kung meron man..

and then...

dyaran!!!

papalabas na ko para magbike..

ng biglang may nagtext..

"Mr. Noel gud af po c michelle po ito inform ko lng po n my load po kau this summer sabi po ni ma'am alparo imeet daw po ang mga studnts strtng 2mrw(sched. Mon-sat 7-830 philo J202 and 10-1130 phil. Consti J203 sir reply asap dw po sb n mam salamat po."

Ayun.. whatta surprise!

Now i need to adjust everything..

It's really an unexpected blessing.. :)

THANK YOU LORD! :)

Thailand!

2011-04-07T06:48:00.000-07:00

The experience was great!

Though there were some concerns in communicating with the locals.. all in all.. it was fun and exciting!

I love the mouth-watering food, street foods and all.. sarap! :)

Lalo na yung hot and cold crepe! THE BEST!

sayang lang at di masyado matagal ang stay namin..

we could have done so much and could visited more!

I'll back for sure! as to when?

That remains uncertain! ;)

Keep Learning

2011-04-06T23:57:00.000-07:00

Keep learning..

it's not just confined in the classroom..

its not just contained in your book..

Just as it's not based on what your teacher writes in the board..

Or even what he says in class..

It's how you value even the smallest things

that could contribute to your well being..

Grades does not speak of all you are..

your abilities, strengths and weaknesses, talents..

Even your intelligence cannot be encapsulated in figures..

Take all the positive things.. and view and turn

not so positive things into something constructive..

something that could build you up..

Life is really full of humps and bumps along the way...

Just be strong!

Keep learning..

and aspire for more..

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scribbling.. these came up..

Dilemma of a Teacher (repost)

2011-04-04T16:57:00.001-07:00

One of the hardest moment in a teacher’s life is when you see a student having a failing mark.. “it has never been my profession to give a student a failing mark..” to quote my one of my model professor.. a principle that was embedded to me.. I am a teacher.. if the experience of failing would be the way for some students to learn.. then its like a bitter pill that they need to swallow… as for my part if you think its easy.. think again..

Its always a dilemma.. I have to do my job.. make sure that they are learning.. and wish that at the end of the term they would all get not just a high mark but an excellent one.. and worse comes to worse at least a passing mark. If only it would sink in to their hearts and mind the message I would like them to all catch. In reality, some just cant.. and sad to say some just wont. In some way I also come into a realization.. that in such a way I am part to blame. Naranasan ko ng may maki-usap sa kin… iyakan.. para sa grade.. kung pwede ko lang ibigay sa kanya iyon ng ganun kadali.. but then again.. what they have in hand is just the consequence of their past actions.. “kaya nga laging nasa huli ang pagsisi e..”

It actually breaks my heart.. really.. but sometimes people choose to learn the hard way..

When passport comes in handy.. :)

2011-03-27T03:38:00.000-07:00

People in our church, especially our pastors would always tell us, "two things are really a must in Victory... your BIBLE and your PASSPORT.."

WHY? you might ask..

Of course BIBLE for Christians are no brainer.. it's really a must!

and PASSPORT?

In every Victory Church the familiar adage.. "Honor God, Make Disciples" would always be seen in the entrance just below the name VICTORY.

It's a mandate that as we honor God in our lives, we also share Gods love to other and equipping them as well in their FAITH.

My first passport expired in 2007.. without even having any stamp from travel!

Still I renewed my PASSPORT for I know it's a must.. it's essential.

I've been praying to GOD to go out on a mission trip and use my PASSPORT but i think it wasn't yet time.. schedule won't allow and permit me.

Then came the news... I'm using my PASSPORT in a few days!

It's a blessing! I won't even spend for my air fare and accommodation!

PASSPORT really comes in handy!

Great isn't it? :))

14th

2011-03-27T03:28:00.000-07:00

14 Years!

It was on this day 14 years ago when I accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as my Lord and Saviour! He used people to lead me to His way...

Thank you for the gift of salvation God.. though I'm not worthy you still gave your life for me..

14 years of Gods Faithfulness and Grace!

14 years of Love and Compassion!

expecting more of YOU in my life! THANK YOU SO MUCH LORD! :)

SORSOGON

2011-03-21T05:38:00.000-07:00

Its been almost a year.

Naalala ko lang ang masayang araw sa Sorsogon. It was my first mission trip. God is really amazing!

I remember all the people lalo na yung mga nakasama namin sa buong linggo. Si Anne, Mutya and Michelle. Pastor Dandy and Ate Meshelle at ang kanilang anak na si Tres. Kuya Cois and Doc.. at ang mga bata na tinuruan ko sa Sunday school! I miss the kids! the memories linger!

Naalala ko din yung mga minister naming mga youth.. It was just for a week.. but it seems like months.. even years.. salamat sa sulat peeps! I enjoyed reading it when we we're leaving.. NAKAKAMISS! Thanks for appreciating all our efforts.. I just hope that touching your lives through the little things we offered would eventually lead you to knowing Christ! :)

I miss the food! and the gimiks! ang Kalye Nuevo at ang halo-halo! ang kwentuhan at kulitan! ang kainan, ang mga lakad na inaabot ng gabi! ang mga meeting na inaabot ng umaga! ang pag-inom ng tsokolate sa Pier!

WAW! I really missed a lot!

I'm really sorry if we were not able to fulfill our promise to come back.. maybe not now.. but for sure we will in the future! Sorsogon has been a part of my spiritual growth! God really showed amazing things!

And syempre ang Team! Doc Ruby our team leader, Den, Lhei, Ate Annette, Bajet, Kuya Jun, Jed, Norman, and Don.. isa lang ang masasabi ko..

RAK UN! \m/

Winning Moment (part 2)

2011-03-08T23:45:00.000-08:00

Game 2 was played last Tuesday.

If necessary, two games will be played at that day. If CITHM wins, Game 3 will be played in the afternoon. If we win, the series will be over and we'll be declared the champion. So our battle cry is that this will be the last game we're playing. We can't afford to lose. We led early in the game by 4 points until an accident struck the team. Erika Hisatomi, our starting point guard bled profusely in the nose after a knee hit her.

Everyone was shocked and felt concern over Aki. The team lost their focus. And the game eventually. We were badly beaten by 11 points if I'm not mistaken.

The team was in low spirit after that. I too didn't know what to say, I need to speak up and say something to lift them up. But no words are uttered. I just said just rest and be back at 1230 for the final game. I said Aki's condition is still uncertain, and we still don't know if she still can play. After the huddle, Aki approached me and said,

"Coach pwede ba ko maglaro mamaya?"

I was moved by her spirit and competitiveness! Anyone would just give up and be more concerned about their well being but Aki is a warrior!

Then came the third and final game.

I encouraged them to show up with spirit once they stepped in the court. Show them that the loss in the morning doesn't mean a thing and they are not moved. Give it their best once tapped to play even for a short time.

I didn't start Aki as I usually do. Jem took her place instead. The game was a roller coaster! People on side were all frustrated with the calls and non-calls of the referees! One referee even gave me a warning for shouting in his face after a call! He wants me to shut up and watch him make his silly calls.

We had a chance to seal the game with free throws. But Cez wasn't able to deliver due to the pressure and fatigue. The game went to overtime with the score tied at 26.

In the over time, the team exchanged triples. Encabo of CITHM nailed us with one, but her sister Anne Jelli answered back with an in your face triple againt her older sister. Free throw shooting tested the nerve of the team. Team CAS responded well while CITHM crumbled in crunch time. We won by two points!

Celebrations followed! What an exciting game! Greetings for the win flooded us! Every member of the team was happy! Picture taking followed while everyone was still ecstatic following the victory!

In the evening, the team was awarded with a gold medal. Anne Jelli Encabo, Joyce Tagalog, and Erika Hisatomi together with two other CITHM players made the mythical first team. Erika Hisatomi won the Most Valuable Player Award she righfully deserved!

And for the others your efforts are greatly appreciated.

To Precious, for her leadership and efforts in securing the practice venues, for your defense and rebounds as well.

Pershella, who was nearly cut during the try outs, your hustle is so valuable!
Your an energizer bunny! tireless! You made the life of the scorers of the other team miserable!

Anne Jelli, who almost cut to during the try outs! your a great scorer! If there would be another MVP, I'll choose you with out any hesitation!

Sarah, for your defense against Tayag (kahit ilang beses ka na bumalibag!) and timely baskets! and for coordinator also for the team for our practices.

Cez, for your defense and scoring,and for all the steals that you made too!

Arah, for for your rebounds and steals, and timely baskets as well.

Lyneth, for taking care of all the requirements, coordinating with the team, rebounds and wall defense, not to mention your hospitality!

Jem, for stepping up in the absence of Aki, your steals and assist, and course your "angas"!

Ally, for juggling your schedules just to attend the practice and for your treat on your birthday too!

Yanda, for sacrificing your body to defend the scorers of the other team.

Abby, for your rebounds and blocks and for cheering all out too! thank you so much!

Lou, for assisting us in the uniform though you played limitedly your efforts are greatly appreciated.

Joyce, for your all around play! defense and offense! Ikaw na! "NITA!" hahaha

Erika, for playing your heart out! thank you much! you deserve to be the MVP!

Thank you so much team! I had a great time coaching you! For all our efforts, we deserve the win!

Looking forward to our swimming! :))

GO TEAM BAOG! :))