Some of my readers may not be aware of it but I am Filipino, born and raised in a little quaint city called Cebu. Some of you may not know either, that the Philippines is a tropical country that is blessed with an abundance of rain. Sometimes this abundance becomes overwhelming, as the monsoon rains could pour out for days.In the past week, the monsoon rains have poured reportedly about 500mm of rain which left 50 percent of Metro Manila flooded. I know it's hard to imagine how it would be like to experi... read more »
What: Volunteer Run for Humanity When: June 24, 2012 (Sunday) 4.30 am Where: Lapu-Lapu City Hall Ground Contact/Inquiries 495-4770 2689983 In support of the Chapter Building renovation, establish a blood bank station and 24/7 ambulance service operation read more »
Wishlist, Gifts, Parties, Bonuses, New Toys, Gadgets etc. You name it. Every people each have their own perspective of the season. Probably the most common knowledge of all is the birth of Jesus. The true meaning of Christmas is love. God loved His own and provided a way—the only Way—for us to spend eternity with [...] read more »
Before the deadly tsunami/earthquake in Japan, a lot of my friends were very excited about going there for their study abroad programs or job experience. I have a friend whose boyfriend travel to Japan to complete an assignment for his business school. I was joyous to find that new doors were opened up for students and job seeker out there who were unsuccessful in finding anything in States. Unfortunately, everyone's timing was shitty this year, and it sucks that there's no warning for these natural disa... read more »
We’re not talking about real estate. We’re talking about living. Our eyes and ears are glued to the television these past several days, watching the horrific tragedy unfold in Japan. The people of this fine country have suffered an incomprehensible loss, and our hearts go out to them. It is quite possible that the worst … Continue reading Life isn’t fair. But we can all do something about it. read more »
American Red Cross Congratulations! Your blood donation may have just helped to save a life. How to get: Shout “Donation Red Cross” (But best if you are also a donor). P.S. Did you notice new foursquare badges have a shield look read more »
It has been a harrowing past few days for all of us in Nashville..The city declared a State of Emergency, the Red Cross Shelters are full, Fema officials have arrived, some of us are still without power, and we must ration our water. While, at the same time, many, many residents drag the soggy remains of their possesions out of what was once their homes. There are as of right now, an untold number of lost pets, the city has reported that they are picking up lots of dead pets, and our city Animal Control... read more »
