MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!

May You -Narding & Marcy -
Have a Blessed Christmas season.

I am making a conscious effort this year to wish everyone a Very Blessed Christmas ...

My way of saying that I am celebrating the birth Of Jesus Christ.

So I am asking you, if you agree with me, to please do the same.

And if you'll pass this on to your family and friends, ..and so on... maybe we can prevent one more American tradition from being lost in the sea of "Political Correctness".

Ted (Dr. No)

CHRISTMAS CAROLING by A FLASH MOB in A MALL

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Worth watching!!
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas to each and everyone of you!
This is beautiful and very touching!
This video proves that we Christians are not done yet!
Christ is Alive, Hallelujah! Clicj here...

Merry Christmas

Wishing you the Love, Joy and Peace
that the true meaning of Christmas brings.
And may your new year 2012 be filled with
GOD's blessings also !

Ted & Rosemarie Click here...

Sharing with you the true story of Tim Tebow
(That You May Not Know About):

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Whether you like Denver Broncos QB Tim Tebow(notes) as a football player or not, you can't deny that he and his Foundation are doing a lot to help children all over the world. His newest venture teams the Tim Tebow Foundation with CURE International in the construction of a children's hospital in the Philippines.

Why the Philippines?

Before Tebow became the football giant that he is, he first had to move to the United States. Tim Tebow was born in Makati City in 1987 while his parents were Baptist missionaries. For this reason, the Philippines are very close to Tebow and he knows that many of the children in the poorest areas are unable to access medical care that they need.

Type of Hospital

The hospital is set to be built in Davao City and they hope to break ground in January 2012 with construction being completed in mid-2013. It is estimated to cost around $3 million and costs will be shared by both the Tim Tebow Foundation and Cure International. It will be a 30-bed surgical facility that will focus on treating conditions such as club foot and bow legs. While these are simple surgeries, the families in this area do not have access to this type of care. They hope to be able to treat at least a third of the patients free of charge. In addition to providing medical care, they hope to provide the message of faith, hope and love while spreading and teaching Christ's Gospel.

Other Projects in the Philippines

This hospital will not be the first operation the Tim Tebow Foundation supports in the Philippines. Uncle Dick's Home, an orphanage founded by the Bob Tebow Evangelistic Association also receives support. This orphanage is located in Lamsugod, Surallah, South Cotabato, Mindanao, Philippines and is currently the home to 49 orphans, according to the Tim Tebow Foundation.

The Real Tebow

While the critics may call Tebow a joke when it comes to his play as an NFL QB, his devotion to his religion and helping those in need is something to be admired. He brings this belief, strength and determination into everything he does, including on the field. His teammates and coach agree that he is the real deal.

Coach John Fox said, "He's real. He walks the walk. A guy like that in today's society, in my mind, ought to be celebrated, not scrutinized to the level that he is." Teammate Eddie Royal(notes) says, "He really is genuine and the emotion and the passion that you see him out there playing with, he has the same passion off the field with those type of things, the charity things and the missionary things."

"Endeavor to leave a trail of kindness not a scar of discontent" Tim Tebow was born in Makati City in the Philippines, to American parents who were serving as Christian Baptist missionaries at the time. His mother, Pamela Elaine (née Pemberton), is the daughter of a U.S. Army colonel, and his father, Robert Ramsey Tebow II, is a pastor.[1][11][12][13][14][15] While pregnant, his mother suffered a life-threatening infection with a pathogenic amoeba. Because of the drugs used to rouse her from a coma and to treat her dysentery, the fetus experienced a severe placental abruption. Doctors had expected a stillbirth and recommended an abortion to protect her life,[1] although abortions are illegal in the Philippines, but she remained undaunted and refused having an abortion.

Tebow is the youngest of five children, with sisters Christy and Katie, and brothers Robby and Peter.[16] All of the Tebow children were homeschooled by their mother, who worked to instill the family's Christian beliefs along the way.[12] In 1996, legislation was passed in Florida allowing homeschooled students to compete in local high school sporting events. The law specifies that homeschooled students may participate on the team of the local school in the school district in which they live.Tebow is the fifth child of Bob and Pam Tebow, both of whom are University of Florida graduates,

Tim was born on August 14, 1987 in the Philippines, where his parents were serving as Christian missionaries.

Tim Tebow has become a star within pro-life circles — and for good reason. The popular Denver Broncos quarterback and former college football superstar and his family have become leading pro-life spokespeople thanks to their story.

By now, most people are familiar with Tebow — who made his Christian faith the basis for his football success and who has inspired a generation of young people with his morals and values. Those values came in part because of the story Americans know almost personally thanks to the famous Super Bowl commercial featuring Tim and his mother Pam and the media focus on how she famously reject a doctor’s request to have an abortion of Tim when she was pregnant with him in the Philippines on a mission trip, where she became severely ill.

Tim has a new book out this week, titled “Through My Eyes,” and an advanced copy LifeNews received from publisher HarperCollins shows Tim Tebow recounting his mother’s decision to put aside the doctor’s advice to have an abortion to save her life and give birth to her son, whose NFL football jersey became the best-selling jersey of any player even before he took his fist snap as a quarterback for the Broncos.

“A number of times they were certain they had lost me,” he writes about the crisis pregnancy. “An abortion is the only way to save your life,” he says of what the doctor told his mother. Tim recounts his mother telling him of what the doctor said, “According to her, the ‘mass of fetal tissue’ or ‘tumor’—me—had to go,” and he says his parents left that doctor’s visit “shocked and a bit numb, but resolute in what course they would take.”

When they decided against the abortion, Tim Tebow says his parents felt “an unexpected and indescribable peace. God’s peace.” “Miraculously” the bleeding Pam faced subsided and, after they flew to Manilla for the birth, Tim says he was “followed immediately by a blood clot that was bigger than I was.”

The attending physician told his Father, “Mr. Tebow, your child is a miracle baby. I can’t explain how it happened, but despite all odds, he beat them. Only a small part of the placenta was attached, but it was just enough to keep your baby nourished all these months.” “Mom had surgery when I was a week old, and she finally became to recover after the health challenges of many months. The doctor told my parents that if we had not come to Manila, Mom probably would not have survived my birth,” he recalls. “My mom, dad, and family were so grateful for my safe arrival and thanked the Lord for His protection of both my mom and me.”

Tebow appeared on Bill O’Reilly’s show on Fox News and said “I still get asked about it quite a bit,” concerning the pro-life Super Bowl commercial Focus on the Family ran, but he added that being the “miracle baby” left him feeling “very blessed to have the opportunity to tell that story.”

2011 Katbaloganon USA Christmass Party.

Andy Villarin - President
Maru Honrado- Hermana Mayor

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We just heard about Man Pablito's sad passing.
Please extend our deepest condolences and sympathy to the Tan family - especially to Mana Conching - for their loss. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in knowing that many people care.

Sincerely,

TED & ROSEMARIE NOBLE

Filipino Trivia

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Very interesting...enlightening...

In the Philippines, Filipinos were introduced to the English language In 1762 by British invaders, not Americans.

What is the world's 3rd largest English-speaking nation, next to the USA and UK ? The Philippines .

The USA bought the Philippines , Puerto Rico and Guam from Spain in 1898.

The Filipino-American Independence War from 1898 to 1902 ensued, Killing 4,234 Americans and how many Filipinos? 16,000 were killed in action And 200,000 died from famine and pestilence. (The Philippines lost and was Colonized until 1946.)

Los Angeles, California was co-founded in 1781 by a Filipino named Antonio Miranda Rodriguez, along with 43 Latinos from Mexico sent by the Spanish government.

What antibiotic did Filipino doctor Abelardo Aguilar co-discover? Hint: Brand is Ilosone, named after Iloilo . Erythromycin.

The one-chip video camera was first made by Marc Loinaz, a Filipino Inventor from New Jersey

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The first ever international Grandmaster from Asia was Eugenio Torre Who won at the Chess Olympiad in Nice , France in 1974.

This son of two Filipino physicians scored over 700 on the verbal Portion of the Standardized Achievement Test (SAT) before age 13 - Kiwi Danao Camara of Punahou School , Hawaii ... Edward Sanchez, a Mensa member, bagged the Grand prize in the first Philippine Search for Product Excellence in Information Technology.

Who was the Filipino-American dancer who scored a perfect 1600 on the SAT? Joyce Monteverde of California .

Who invented the fluorescent lamp?
Thomas Edison discovered the electric light and the fluorescent Lighting was thought up by Nikola Tesla. But the fluorescent lamp we use today was invented by Agapito Flores (a Cebu man named Benigno Flores of Bantayan Island, according to the Philippine Daily Inquirer), a Filipino scientist.

Americans helped then-Philippine leader Ramon Magsaysay to develop it for worldwide commerce. (Yes! Many foreigners have noted that the Filipino population has Asia 's highest rates of inventors and international beauty queens.)

Two Filipina beauties, Gloria Diaz and Margie Moran, were chosen as Miss Universe in 1969 and 1973, respectively.

Pure- or part-Filipino celebrities in American showbiz include Von Flores, Tia Carrere, Paolo Montalban, Lea Salonga, Ernie Reyes Jr., Nia Peeples, Julio Iglesias Jr., Lou Diamond Phillips, Phoebe Cates and Rob Schneider.

The first Filipino act to land a top hit on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart in the 1960s was the group Rocky Fellers of * Manila. * Sugar Pie deSanto (father was from the Philippines ), The Artist Formerly Known as Prince (according to the October 1984 article "Prince in Exile" by Scott Isler in the magazine Musician), Jaya, Foxy Brown and Enrique Iglesias followed.

Pure Filipinos who made success in minor charts were Jocelyn Enriquez aka Oriental Madonna, Buffy, Pinay and (Ella May) Saison.

Latina-American pop star Christina Aguilera lost to Filipina vocalist Josephine Roberto aka Banig during the International Star Search years ago. In a mid-1999 MTV chat, she said that competing against someone of Banig's age was "not fair."

Besides gracing fashion magazine covers, this international supermodel from Manila had walked the runways since the 1970s for all the major designers, like Calvin Klein, Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix, Donna Karan, Gianni Versace and Yves Saint Laurent - Anna Bayle.

Who is the personal physician of United States Pres. Bill Clinton? Eleanor "Connie" Concepcion Mariano, a Filipina doctor who was the youngest captain in the US Navy.

The first Filipino-American in US Congress was Virginia Rep. Robert Cortez-Scott, a Harvard alumnus.
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Distinguished British traveler-writer A. Henry Savage Landor, thrilled Upon seeing a Bicol landmark in 1903, wrote:
"Mayon is the most beautiful mountain I have ever seen, the world-renowned Fujiyama ( Mt. Fuji ) of Japan sinking into perfect insignificance by comparison." Mayon has the world's most perfect cone.

Filipinos had their first taste of Mexican chili and corn during the Manila-Acapulco galleon trade (1564-1815). In return, Mexico 's people had their initial taste of tamarind, Manila mango and a Filipino banana called racatan or lakatan.

Founded in 1595 by Spaniards, the University of San Carlos in Cebu City , Philippines is older than Harvard and is the oldest university in Asia . University of Santo Tomas in Manila , established in 1611, is Asia 's Second oldest.

Who's the Filipina senator popular for her colorful jargon, delivered in a mile-a-minute speed and in a weird Harvard-meets- Ilonggo accent? Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago.

The first female president of the Philippines sworn into office in 1986 was Corazon Cojuangco Aquino. Her maiden name is Chinese.

In a March 31, 1997 article, The New York Times reported that the CIA manipulated Philippine elections: "(CIA operative Col. Edward Lansdale) essentially ran the successful presidential campaign of Defense Minister Ramon Magsaysay in the Philippines in 1953."

Who was the first Asian and/or Filipino to snatch America's Pulitzer Prize? Philippines Herald war journalist Carlos P. Romulo in 1941. (He was also the first Asian to become UN Secretary-General. )

The first two Filipino-Americans to garner the same award 56 years later were Seattle Times' Alex Tizon and Byron Acohido, who is part-Korean. rizal.jpg Filipino national hero/writer Jose Rizal could read and write at age 2, and grew up to speak more than 20 languages, including Latin, Greek, German, French and Chinese. What were his last words? "Consummatum est!" ("It is done!")

"What's still most impressive to me about the Philippines is the friendliness of the people, their sense of humor...," wrote Honolulu journalist John Griffin in a 1998 visit to Manila.

THE POWER OF BEER...

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A man goes into a bar and drinks beer. After every glass of beer he pulls a picture out of his pocket and looks at it. After the 4th beer the waiter asks him why after every glass of beer he pulls the picture out and looks at it.

Then the man says: It's a picture of my wife. When she looks good to me I'm going home. That is an example of the "The Power of Beer" Be sure to click where it says "click here" (That's the cute part)

Click Here and then push the beer glass to the right or just wait until it slide. Clicj here...

From REEFS to RAINFORESTS: A Different View of the Philippines.

Clicj here...

KORNY JOKES: SA ATIN-ATIN LANG (In English, "TO OURS-OURS ONLY" )

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Kaya raw di umasenso ang Pilipinas ay di tayo positive tulad ng U.S.A.C
Ang tawag sa kanila AmeriCAN,
hindi AmeriCAN'T.

Dapat tayo "FilipiYES", hindi, FilipiNO.

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An idea can change your life, but a woman can change your idea....

So, the conclusion: always change your woman to have new ideas!

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When a woman stops having her periods, we call that MENOPAUSE.

When a man starts using Viagra, we call that KINAPAUSE!

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A hotel guest called room service, "I want a breakfast of two eggs burned & black around the edges, undercooked bacon, weak coffee, watery orange juice, and cold, hard, unbuttered toast."

The room service clerk asked, "Why in the world would you want a terrible breakfast like that?"

'I am HOMESICK!" the guest replied.

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Pretty Girl: How much for a tatoo of animal just above my knee?

Tatoo Artist: P1,000 for tiger, rabbit and lion. Free if it's a GIRAFFEE!

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Ano sa Hawaiian ang umiiyak?
A LUHA!

Ano naman sa Hawaiian ang caesarean?
TAHI TIAN!

Ano naman ang tawag sa bakla?
WAI KIKI!

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A man is recovering from surgery when the nurse appears and asked him how he's feeling.

"I'm OK, but I didn't like the four-lettter word the surgeon used during my surgery."

"What did he say?" asked the nurse.

"Oops!"

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Mrs. Tanoy is so kuripot. When her husband died, he called the newspaper and inquired about the price of an obituary.

Paper : P500 for 5 words.

Mrs. : Pwede ba 2 words lang, TANOY DEAD?

Paper : Di pwede. 5 words minimum.

Mrs. : O, sige TANOY DEAD. CAMRY FOR SALE .

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Juan : Kung ako sa iyo ma'am, papalitan ninyo grade ko.

Teacher : At bakit?

Juan : Sabi ng tatay ko, pag nag uwi pa ako ng may bagsak, may BUBUGBUGIN siya!

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Anak : Itay, ano po ang ibig sabihin ng "climate change"?

Itay : Ha? Tinay, ano raw ang "climate change"?

Tinay: Ang panlalamig mo sa akin ay dahil may pinag-iinitan ka nang iba. Iyan ang "climate change!"

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Stages of Life:

0 - 5 years we experience many SPILLS

6 -16 years we experience many DRILLS

17-25 years we discover many THRILLS

26-40 years we have many BILLS

41-60 years we suffer many ILLS

61-75 years we take many PILLS

76 & above we worry about our WILLS.

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INDIAN BOY (asking Big Chief) : Father, why do we have long names, while white men have short names like TOM, BILL or SAM?

BIG CHIEF: My son, our names represent a symbol in our culture. White men merely repeats names from generation to generation. Your sister's name is SMALL ROMANTIC MOON OVER THE LAKE coz there was a beautiful moon over the lake when she was born.

Your brother WHITE HORSE OF THE PRAIRIES was born when a white horse galloped over the prairies. It's easy to understand.

Do you have any question LITTLE BROKEN CONDOM MADE IN CHINA ?

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I just developed a new app that will run on any cell phone

If you are interested, click to try my trial version . Clich here...

PARKING A CADILLAC in 1951 - That We Can Use Today

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60 years later and it still isn't a standard feature on new cars?.. We could very well use this today. click here...

FPM FOUNDERS DAY.

A Mass of Thanksgiving and Remembrance to commemorate the 8th year death anniversary of the late Fr. Bobby Sison, Filipino Pastoral Ministry Founding director

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Observe The FOOT WORK of Juan Miguel MARQUEZ vs. The PACMAN
(as Pointed Out by Red Arrows)

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The Philippine President is the first Asian head of state to participate in the Worldview series.

The ABS-CBN News channel exclusive interview with President Aquino as he answers questions from the world Internet community Clich here...

AFRICAN ROULETTE

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The foreign minister of a small African state had opportunity to visit Russia for the very first time. There he was warmly welcomed by his Russian counterpart, who wined and dined him and generally offered him the best hospitality that Russia could offer.

On his last day, the Russian foreign minister took the African foreign minister into a room with a table on which lay a revolver. "My comrade, since you are about to leave, I must introduce you to a custom we have here in Russia, something called RUSSIAN ROULETTE. It is a true test of manhood and worth, and how it works is that you must take the revolver, spin the cylinders, hold the revolver to your head and then pull the trigger. Only one of the six chambers is loaded."

The African leader, being of proud warrior stock and a courageous man, took the revolver, spun the cylinder, snapped it shut, pointed it at his head and sighed with relief when all he heard was 'click', but no shot.

Well impressed with his bravery, he and the Russian drank vodka until the African leader had to be carried aboard his plane.

Six months later the Russian foreign minister visits the African foreign minister's country. The African, remembering keenly the Russian roulette he had to play previously, took the Russian into a room on the last day of his visit. In the room were six beautiful, naked young women.

"To prove your courage and manhood, see before you six of the most beautiful women from each of our tribes. This is something I call 'African roulette'. You may pick any one of them and they will give you a blowjob."

The Russian, not too averse to this idea at all, asks the African, "But where is the risk? To be called roulette there must be some form of risk involved."

The African smiles broadly and says "One of the six is a cannibal."

Ouch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MANILA: The Toughest Place to be a Bus Driver...

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This is a BBC special presentation about the life of a common tao making simple living in Manila. And to do this, they embedded a Bus Driver from London - named Josh West - into the family of a Pinoy Jeepney Driver, and at same time, to see how he does driving a jeepney in noted Manila traffic.

It shows a different angle of Manila; the city life not usually shown to the world, including the slums, the squatters, and even the "pagpag".

This video has all the elements of a great story; at times funny, at times sad, dramatic, and very, very touching... Hearing the British citizen's perspective on Manila life and its traffic is also amusing and educational.

Make sure you can spare close to an hour to watch this though, (just like watching a short movie) because it is both riveting and a rewarding portrayal of Filipino life. Clich here...

US Senate Proclaims October 2011 as
Filipino American History Month

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112th CONGRESS
1st Session
S. RES. 287

Designating October 2011 as
`Filipino American History Month'.
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

October 5, 2011

Mr. REID (for himself, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, Mrs. GILLIBRAND, Mr. AKAKA, Mr. INOUYE, Mr. MENENDEZ, Mr. LAUTENBERG, Mr. SCHUMER, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. DURBIN, and Mr. HELLER) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Designating October 2011 as `Filipino American History Month'.

Whereas October 18, 1587, when the first `Luzones Indios' set foot in Morro Bay, California, on board the Manila-built galleon ship Nuestra Senora de Esperanza, marks the earliest documented Filipino presence in the continental United States;

Whereas the Filipino American National Historical Society recognizes the year of 1763 as the date of the first permanent Filipino settlement in the United States in St. Malo, Louisiana;

Whereas the recognition of the first permanent Filipino settlement in the United States adds new perspective to United States history by bringing attention to the economic, cultural, social, and other notable contributions that Filipino Americans have made in countless ways toward the development of the United States;

Whereas the Filipino-American community is the third largest Asian-American group in the United States, with a population of approximately 3,417,000 individuals;

Whereas Filipino-American servicemen and servicewomen have a longstanding history of serving in the Armed Forces, from the Civil War to the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, including the 250,000 Filipinos who fought under the United States flag during World War II to protect and defend the United States;

Whereas 9 Filipino Americans have received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force that can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Forces;

Whereas Filipino Americans play an integral role in the United States health care system as nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals;

Whereas Filipino Americans have contributed greatly to music, dance, literature, education, business, literature, journalism, sports, fashion, politics, government, science, technology, the fine arts, and other fields in the United States that enrich the landscape of the country;

Whereas efforts should continue to promote the study of Filipino-American history and culture, as mandated in the mission statement of the Filipino American National Historical Society, because the roles of Filipino Americans and other people of color largely have been overlooked in the writing, teaching, and learning of United States history;

Whereas it is imperative for Filipino-American youth to have positive role models to instill in them the significance of education, complemented with the richness of their ethnicity and the value of their legacy; and

Whereas Filipino American History Month is celebrated during the month of October 2011: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the Senate--

(1) designates October 2011 as `Filipino American History Month';

(2) recognizes the celebration of Filipino American History Month as--

      (A) a study of the advancement of Filipino Americans;

      (B) a time of reflection and remembrance of the many notable contributions Filipino Americans have made to the United States; and

      (C) a time to renew efforts toward the research and examination of history and culture in order to provide an opportunity for all people in the United States to learn and appreciate more about Filipino Americans and their historic contributions to the United States; and

(3) urges the people of the United States to observe Filipino American History Month with appropriate programs and activities.

Nestor Palugod Enriquez
www.filipinohome.com
Coming to America

Yesterday's history, tomorrow's a mystery.
Today is a gift,and that's why we call it the present.

Ever Wondered What Happened to ARMI KUUSELA - The 1st Miss Universe Married to Virgilio Hilario ??

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Armi Kuusela Had to Give up her Crown to Marry Filipino Businessman Virgilio Hilario

A misty-eyed look at Armi Kuusela, the 1st Miss Universe

Fifty-nine years ago, a beautiful 17-year-old girl from Finland was crowned (by Hollywood actress Piper Laurie) the first Miss Universe at a glittering ceremony at The Municipal Auditorium in Long Beach, California, with a court of honor composed of Hawaii's Elza Kananionapua Edsman (first runner-up), Greece's Daisy Mavraki (second runner-up), Hong Kong's Judy Dan (third runner-up) and Germany's Renate Hoy (fourth runner-up). Her name: Armi Helena Kuusela.

Nobody could have imagined that Armi would become an adopted daughter of the Philippines when she married Virgilio Hilario. Their love story was immortalized in a movie entitled Now and Forever.

On March 9, 1953, nine months after she won the Miss U title, Armi was invited by the Philippine International Fair Committee to crown that year's Miss Philippines. During her stay (until April 11, same year), Armi paid a courtesy call on then President Elpidio Quirino, Supreme Court justices, senators and congressmen; laid a wreath at the Bonifacio Monument; visited Maryknoll College (now Miriam College), UP, Ateneo de Manila, the Balara Filtration Plant and Baguio City where she met Virgilio through a blind date.

Armi Kuusela-Hilario from Finland greeted the President of the Philippines that time Elpidio Quirino. Together with her is Miss Philippines 1951 Teresita Villareal. Funfare's "other beauty expert" Celso Caparas (now working in the Middle East) recalls the rest of Armi's memorable stay in the Philippines:

On March 12, the lawmakers discarded their usual "parliamentary sobriety" when Armi called on then Senate President Eulogio Rodriguez and Speaker Eugenio Perez. Smitten by Armi's beauty, then Rep. Ferdinand E. Marcos (Ilocos Norte) introduced himself as the only eligible bachelor in the House and confessed that his knees gave way after meeting her up close and personal.

Prior to the Miss Philippines coronation night, Armi had a personal appearance in the Show of Shows topbilled by Dolphy, Katy dela Cruz, Bayani Casimiro, Chichay and Tolindoy at the Rizal Memorial Stadium. On March 20, Armi crowned Cristina de Leon Galang (1953 Miss Philippines), with Benigno Aquino Jr. as her escort. Cristina's court of honor included Violeta Villamor (1953 Miss Visayas and Pearl of the Orient), Gilda Gruet Walstrom (Miss Mindanao), Norma Jimenez (Miss Manila) and Imelda Trinidad Romualdez (Muse of Manila).

Two days before her departure, Armi danced the rigodon de honor with the winners of the Miss Philippines contest and prominent social figures during the Farewell Ball held at the fair's open auditorium. Shedding tears, Armi left the country on April 11 for Hong Kong and Japan with a heavy heart. She expressed her desire to stay in the Philippines because of the warm hospitality accorded to her.

Indeed, she won the hearts of the Filipinos particularly then 25-year-old Virgilio "Gil" Hilario who studied banking, marketing and foreign trade in Columbia University and at the same time worked with the Philippine National Bank in New York. Friends in the know believe that one of the reasons why Armi was swept off her feet by Gil was because of his dancing skills. Gil was an expert in mambo, samba, rumba and other ballroom steps.

Gil followed Armi on her trip to Tokyo where they arrived on April 26 on separate planes. Their romance blossomed in Tokyo until they mutually agreed to get married on her 19th birthday on Aug. 20. He gave her a three-carat diamond engagement ring. But love couldn't wait. On the wee hours of May 3, Gil was involved in a scuffle when he defended Armi from a drunken American newspaperman who tried to harass Armi inside the Cosmopolitan Nightclub.

Before the incident, Armi chose to give up her Miss Universe crown and title, her plans to take up physical education and language and make more movies but decided to marry that day instead. Gil was sporting a black right eye when he exchanged marriage vows with Armi (who wore a blue nylon lace gown and carried a small bouquet of roses), officiated by Rev. Fr. Bruno Blitter, at the St. Ignatius Church in Yatsuya, Tokyo, with her sister Irma Kyromies as matron of honor and Roberto Villanueva (then VP of Chronicle Publications) as best man, Gil's close friend. She received a brand new 1952 Cadillac as a wedding gift. Businessman gets the girl. Virgilio Hilario & his wife, the former Ms. Universe 1952, Armi Kuusela

After their two-month honeymoon in the US and Europe, the couple settled in the Philippines. Their love story was immortalized into a movie, Now and Forever, which was shown on Dec. 29, 1953 at Center and Palace theaters.

Back home, Armi had a film under her name, Maailman Kaunein Tytto (or The Most Beautiful Girl in the World). In 1955, Armi (with Gil) visited Finland for the first time since 1953, and the couple did a Finnish documentary film, Pohjolan Tähtitaivaan Alla (or Under The Northern Stars). They had five children and six grandchildren who now live in different parts of the globe, namely: Arne, Anna-Lisa, Jose/Jussi, Eva-Maria and Miguel/Mikko (the only one based in Manila). Gil and Armi were active in the Barrio Leaders Association of which Gil was the president. Gil was even named the Honorary Consul of Finland which elated Armi no end. From 1954 to 1956, Gil played the role of John in the passion play, Martir sa Golgota, staged at the Manila Grand Opera House, with Gloria Romero as the Virgin Mary. Armi became a Camay Girl and she posed with her family for print and commercial ads.

Virgilio Hilario died of a heart attack on 7 September 1975, and Kuusela married an American diplomat Albert Williams on June 8, 1978. They are now living in La Jolla, a community in San Diego, California. As of 2011, she and her husband were still living there. She is now active in her community, participating in charities and involved in cancer research at the Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute.

~~~O~~~

A Message from Armi Kuusela Williams and Albert Williams

A Beautiful Message For You: WITH LOVE, From A Friend

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Toning Cinco's obituary

Submitted by Tina M. Cinco

Antonio "Toning" C. Cinco, Sr. passed away peacefully in San Francisco, California, on Monday, October 17, 2011. He was 72 years old. He was surrounded by his wife, children, sisters, brother, in-laws, nieces, and nephews at the time of his passing.

Toning was known as a joker. Even during times when he was not feeling well. he still maintained his sense of humor. Toning was also a survivor who constantly surprised his doctors. He fought long and hard against cancer in order to have more time with his family.

He was born in the Philippines and was the second to the youngest child of Andres and Clara Cinco. Throughout his youth, Toning was an avid basketball player. He continued to play basketball in leagues even as an adult. A sports lover, Toning followed many professional sports throughout the years.

Professionally, he worked as an accountant for many years for the Development Bank of the Philippines. After migrating to San Francisco in 1986 with his wife and three children, Toning continued to work in the accounting field.

After retiring, he and his wife of 41 years enjoyed traveling with friends and family.

Toning is survived by his wife, Sally Munoz Cinco; children, Tina, Nikki, and Tony; son-in-law, Gilbert; grandchildren, AJ and KC; and dogs, Shaft and Chief. He is also survived by six siblings and countless nieces and nephews.

The funeral arrangements are as follows:

Visitation and rosary, Saturday, 10/22/11, 4-9 pm, Newell Chapel, Cypress Lawn, Colma, CA

Visitation and vigil, Sunday, 10/23/11, 4-9 pm, Newell Chapel, Cypress Lawn, Colma, CA

Funeral mass, Monday, 10/24/11, 10 am, St. Thomas Moore Church, San Francisco, CA

Burial to follow at Cypress Lawn Cemetery, Colma, CA

ATTORNEY'S ADVICE - NO CHARGE

Submitted by Bella Japzon

Not A Joke!! Even If you dislike attorneys. You will love them for these tips.

Read this and make a copy for your files in case you need to refer to it someday. Maybe we should all take some of his advice! A corporate attorney sent the following out to the employees in his company:/

1.Do not signthe back of yourcredit cards. Instead, put 'PHOTO ID REQUIRED.

2. When you are writing checks to pay on your credit card accounts,DONOTput the completeaccount numberon the 'For' line. Instead, just put thelast four numbers. The credit card company knows the rest of the number, and anyone who might be handling your check as it passes through all the check processing channels won't have access to it.

3. Put your work phone # on your checks instead of your home phone. If you have a PO Box use that instead of your home address. If you do not have a PO Box, use your work address.Neverhave yourSS#printed on your checks. (DUH!) You can add it if it is necessary. But if you have It printed, anyone can get it.

4. Place thecontentsof yourwalleton photocopy machine. Do both sides of each license, credit card, etc. You will know what you had in your wallet and all of the account numbers and phone numbers to call and cancel.. Keep the photocopy in a safe place.

I also carry a photocopy of my passport when I travel either here or abroad. We've all heard horror stories about fraud that's committed on us in stealinga Name, address, Social Security number, credit cards..

Unfortunately, I, an attorney, have firsthand knowledge because my wallet was stolen last month. Within a week, the thieves ordered an expensive monthly cell phone package, applied for a VISA credit card, had a credit line approved to buy a Gateway computer, received a PIN number from DMV to change my driving record information online, and more.

But here's some criticalinformation to limit the damagein case this happens to you or someone you know:

5. We have been told we shouldcancelourcredit cardsimmediately. But the key is having the toll free numbers and your card numbers handy so you know whom to call. Keep those where you can find them.

6..Fileapolice reportimmediately in the jurisdiction where your credit cards, etc., were stolen. This proves to credit providers you were diligent, and this is a first step toward an investigation (if there ever is one).

But here's what is perhapsmost important of all: (I never even thought to do this.)

7.Callthe3 national credit reporting organizationsimmediately to place a fraud alert on your name and also call the Social Security fraud line number.. I had never heard of doing that until advised by a bank that called to tell me an application for credit was made over the Internet in my name.

The alert means any company that checks your credit knows your information was stolen, and they have to contact you by phone to authorize new credit..

By the time I was advised to do this, almost two weeks after the theft, all the damage had been done. There are records of all the credit checks initiated by the thieves' purchases, none of which I knew about before placing the alert. Since then, no additional damage has been done, and the thieves threw my wallet away this weekend (someone turned it in). It seems to have stopped them dead in their tracks..

Now, here are the numbers you always need to contact about your wallet, if it has been stolen:
1.) Equifax: 1-800-525-6285 1-800-525-6285
2.) Experian (formerly TRW): 1-888-397-3742 1-888-397-3742
3.) Trans Union : 1-800-680 7289 1-800-680 7289
4.) Social Security Administration (fraud line):
1-800-269-0271 1-800-269-0271

UNIQUE SPACE PHOTOS IN A RIDE THROUGH OUTER SPACE

Submitted by Ted

Experience the wonder of space exploration through this space photos - including narration - by NASA Astronaut Douglas Wheelock. Raise volume up for background music, sit back, and really enjoy.

Clich here...

SOBRANG NAKAKATAWA ITO !

Submitted by Ted

Enjoy reading about the "battle of the genius"
These are questions and actual answers of contest participants!

1) Q: Ano sa Tagalog ang teeth?
A: Utong!

2) Q: Kung ang light ay ilaw, ano naman ang lightning?
A: Umiilaw!

3) Q: Kung vegetarian ang tawag sa kumakain ng gulay, ano ang tawag sa kumakain ng tao?
A: Humanitarian?

4) Q: Sina Michael at Raphael ay mga.
A: Ninja?

5) Q: Ano ang karaniwang kasunod ng kidlat?
A: Sunog!

6) Q: Magbigay ng sikat na Willie.
A: Willie da pooh!

7) Q: Ang mga Hindu ay galing sa aling bansa?
A: Hindunesia?

8) Q: Anong hayop si King Kong?
A: Pagong!

9) Q: Magbigay ng mabahong pagkain.
A: Tae!

10) Q: Saang bansa matatagpuan ang mga Canadians?
A: Canadia!

11) Q: Kumpletuhin - Little Red.....
A: Ribbon!

12) Q: "Ano ang tinatanggal sa itlog bago ito kainin?
A: Buhok?

13) Q: Magbigay ng pagkain na dumidikit sa ngipin.
A: Tinga!

14) Q: Anong oras kadalasang pinapatay ang TV?
A: Pag balita?

15) Q: Ano ang tawag mo sa anak ng taong grasa?
A: Baby oil?

16) Q: Saan karaniwang ginagawa ang mga sweets na ginagamit sa halu-halo?
A: Sweetserland?

17) Q: Sinong higanteng G ang tinalo ni David?
A: Godzilla?

18) Q: Ano ang mas malaki, itlog ng ibon o sanggol ng tao?
A: Itlog ng tao!

19) Q: Anong S ang tawag sa duktor nag nago-opera?
A: Sadista?

20) Q: Blank is the best policy.
A: Ice tea?

22) Q: Saan binaril si Jose Rizal?
A: Sa likod!

23) Q: Fill in the blanks - "Beauty is in the eye of the ____."
A: Tiger?

24) Q: Ano ang kinakain ng monkey-eating eagle?
A: Saging!

25) Q: Kung ang suka ay vinegar, ano naman ang Inggles ng toyo?
A: Baliw!

26) Q: Anong tawag mo sa kapatid ng nanay mo?
A: Kamag-anak!

27) Q: Saan nakukuha ang sakit na AIDS?
A: Sa motel?

28) Q: Kung ang H2O ay water, ano naman ang CO2?
A: Cold water!

29) Q: Sinong cartoon charcater ang sumisigaw ng yabba dabba doo?
A: Si scooby dooby doo?

30) Q: Heto na si kaka, bubuka-bukaka.
A: Operadang bakla?

31) Q: Ilan ang bituin sa American flag?
A: Madami!

32) Q: Ano ang tawag mo sa taong isa lang ang mata?
A: Abnormal!

MAMA'S BIBLE

Submitted by Bella Japzon

Four brothers left home for college, and they became successful doctors
and lawyers.

One evening, they chatted after having dinner together. They discussed the
75th birthday gifts they were able to give their elderly mother who moved
to Florida .

The first said, "You know I had a big house built for Mama."

The second said, “And I had a large theater built in the house."

The third said, "And I had my Mercedes dealer deliver an SL600 to her."

The fourth said, "You know how Mama loved reading the Bible and you know
she can't read anymore because she can't see very well. I met this
preacher who told me about a parrot who could recite the entire Bible. It took
ten preachers almost 8 years to teach him. I had to pledge to contribute
$50,000 a year for five years to the church, but it was worth it. Mama
only has to name the chapter and verse, and the parrot will recite it."

The other brothers were impressed. After the celebration Mama sent out
her “Thank You” notes.

She wrote: Milton , the house you built is so huge that I live in only one
room, but I have to clean the whole house. Thanks anyway."

"Marvin, I am too old to travel. I stay home; I have my groceries
delivered, so I never use the Mercedes. The thought was good. Thanks."

"Michael, you gave me an expensive theater with Dolby sound and it can
hold 50 people, but all of my friends are dead, I've lost my hearing, and
I’m nearly blind. I'll never use it. Thank you for the gesture just the same."

"Dearest Melvin, you were the only son to have the good sense to give a
little thought to your gift. The chicken was delicious. Thank you so much."

Love,
Mama

Laugh naman diyan

Submitted by Loudette

Tatay: Anak, ibili mo nga ako ng softdrink
Anak: Coke o Pepsi?
Tatay: Coke
Anak: Diet o Regular?
Tatay: regular
Anak: Bote o in can? Tatay: Bote
Anak: 8 oz o litro?

Tatay:Bwiset, tubig na nga lang.
Anak: Mineral o distilled?
Tatay: Mineral.
Anak: Malamig o hindi?

Tatay: Hahampasin na kita ng walis eh!
Anak: Tambo o tingting?

Tatay: Hayop ka!
Anak: Baka o kambing?

LAUGH OUT LOUD (LOL)

Submitted by Loudette

These wonderful Church Bulletins! Thank heavens for church ladies with typewriters. These sentences (with all the BLOOPERS/MISSPELLINGS) actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services:

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The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes meals.
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The sermon this morning: 'Jesus Walks on the Water.' The sermon tonight: 'Searching for Jesus.'
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Ladies, don't forget the rummage sale. It's a chance to get rid of those things not worth keeping around the house. Bring your husbands.
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Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our community.. Smile at someone who is hard to love. Say 'Hell' to someone who doesn't care much about you.
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Don't let worry kill you off - let the Church help.
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Miss Charlene Mason sang, 'I will not pass this way again,' giving obvious pleasure to the congregation.
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For those of you who have children and don't know it, we have a nursery downstairs.
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Next Thursday, there will be tryouts for the choir. They need all the help they can get.
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Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the church. So ends a friendship that began in their school days.
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A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall. Music will follow.
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At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be 'What Is Hell?' Come early and listen to our choir practice.
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Eight new choir robes are currently needed due to the addition of several new members and to the deterioration of some older ones.
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Scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children.
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Please place your donation in the envelope along with the deceased person you want remembered.
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The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment and gracious hostility.
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Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00 PM - prayer and medication to follow..
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The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon.
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This evening at 7 PM there will be a hymn singing in the park across from the Church. Bring a blanket and come prepared to sin..
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Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday morning at 10 AM. All ladies are invited to lunch in the Fellowship Hall after the B. S. is done.
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The pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the Congregation would lend him their electric girdles for the pancake breakfast next Sunday.
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Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 PM. Please use the back door.
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The eighth-graders will be presenting Shakespeare's Hamlet in the Church basement Friday at 7 PM. The congregation is invited to attend this tragedy.
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Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the First Presbyterian Church Please use large double door at the side entrance.
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The Associate Minister unveiled the church's new campaign slogan last Sunday: "I Upped My Pledge - Up Yours"
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Keep the faith.

This explains it best

Submitted by Rading

An economics professor at a local college made a statement that he had never failed a single student before, but had recently failed an entire class. That class had insisted that socialism worked and that no one would be poor and no one would be rich, a great equalizer.  The professor then said, "OK, we will have an experiment in this class ...  All grades would be averaged and everyone would receive the same grade so no one would fail and no one would receive an A....  After the first test, the grades were averaged and everyone got a B. The students who studied hard were upset and the students who studied little were happy. As the second test rolled around, the students who studied little had studied even less and the ones who studied hard decided they wanted a free ride too so they studied little.  The second test average was a D! No one was happy.  When the 3rd test rolled around, the average was an F.  As the tests proceeded, the scores never increased as bickering, blame and name-calling all resulted in hard feelings and no one would study for the benefit of anyone else.  All failed, to their great surprise, and the professor told them that socialism would also ultimately fail because when the reward is great, the effort to succeed is great, but when government takes all the reward away, no one will try or want to succeed.  Could not be any simpler than that.

The Beauty of Mathematics...

Submitted by Ted

This is a superb presentation about numbers, from a very brilliant mind. Clich here...

GOD BLESS AMERICA - As Sung, For The First Time, in Public by KATE SMITH

Submitted by Ted

Here's a rare bit of history you should read before watching the video.

The time was 1940. America was still in a terrible economic depression. Hitler was taking over Europe and Americans were afraid we'd have to go to war. It was a time of hardship and worry for most Americans.

This was the era just before TV, when radio shows were HUGE, and American families sat around their radios in the evenings, listening to their favorite entertainers - and no entertainer of that era was bigger than Kate Smith. Kate was also large in size, and the popular phrase still used today is in deference to her, "It ain't over till the fat lady sings." Kate Smith might not have made it big in the age of TV, but with her voice coming over the radio, she was the biggest star of her time.

Kate was also very patriotic. It hurt her to see Americans so depressed and afraid of what the next day would bring. She had hope for America , and faith in her fellow Americans. She wanted to do something to cheer them up, so she went to the famous American song-writer, Irving Berlin (also wrote "White Christmas") and asked him to write a song that would make Americans feel good again about their country.

When she described what she was looking for, he said he had just the song for her. He went to his files and found a song that he had written, but never published, 22 years before - way back in 1917. He gave it to Kate Smith and she worked on it with her studio orchestra. She and Irving Berlin were not sure how the song would be received by the public, but both agreed they would not take any profits from "God Bless America" - any profits would go to the Boy Scouts of America . Over the years, the Boy Scouts have received millions of dollars in royalties from this song.

This video starts out with Kate Smith coming into the radio studio with the orchestra and an audience. She introduces the new song for the very first time, and starts singing. After the first couple versus, with her voice in the background still singing, scenes are shown from the 1940 movie, "You're In The Army Now." At the 4:20 mark of the video you see a young actor in the movie, sitting in an office, reading a paper - it's Ronald Reagan. Frank Sinatra considered Kate Smith the best singer of her time, and said when he and a million other guys first heard her sing "God Bless America" on the radio, they all pretended to have "dust in their eyes" as they wiped away a tear or two.

To this day, "God Bless America" stirs our patriotic feelings and pride in our country. Back in 1940, When Kate Smith went looking for a song to raise the spirits of her fellow Americans, I doubt she realized just how successful the results would be - for her fellow Americans during those years of hardship and worry, and for many generations of Americans to follow. Now that you know the story of the song, I hope you will enjoy it and treasure it even more. God Bless America!

NOW HERE IS HOW "GOD BLESS AMERICA " SHOULD BE SUNG ! Clich here...

World's Fastest Coconut Husker (USING HIS TEETH !) at the German Festival is from Bohol ,Philippines

Submitted by Ted

Felipe Tacogdoy from Bohol, Philippines, is the World's Fastest Coconut Husker, while using his teeth, shown at the German Festival with a cutie Filipina interpreter.

World's Fastest Coconut Husker (USING HIS TEETH !) at the German Festival is from Bohol ,Philippines He started husking coconuts with his teeth at the age of 12.... Now over 400 hundred coconuts later he has a perfect set of teeth...no cavities!

Watch the reaction of the audience. Just Awesome !. . . .Clich here...

Balut

Submitted by Rading

Clich here...

ATM pin info...IMPORTANT

Submittef by Bella Japzon

ATM PIN #

THE RECENT TRAGEDY OF A YOUNG WOMAN BEING KIDNAPPED AND EVENTUALLY KILLED; AFTER SHE HAD REPEATEDLY GIVEN THE KIDNAPPER A WRONG PIN TO HER ATM CARD. IF SHE KNEW THE METHOD BELOW, SHE COULD HAVE BEEN SAVED. SO I THINK IT IS IMPORTANT ENOUGH TO LET YOU KNOW.

IF YOU SHOULD EVER BE FORCED BY A ROBBER TO WITHDRAW MONEY FROM AN ATM MACHINE, YOU CAN NOTIFY THE POLICE BY ENTERING YOUR PIN # IN REVERSE.

FOR EXAMPLE IF YOUR PIN NUMBER IS 1234 THEN YOU WOULD PUT IN 4321.

THE ATM RECOGNIZES THAT YOUR PIN NUMBER IS BACKWARDS FROM THE ATM CARD YOU PLACED IN THE MACHINE. THE MACHINE WILL STILL GIVE YOU THE MONEY YOU REQUESTED, BUT UNKNOWN TO THE ROBBER, THE POLICE WILL BE IMMEDIATELY DISPATCHED TO HELP YOU.

THIS INFORMATION WAS RECENTLY BROADCAST ON FOX TV AND IT STATES THAT IT IS SELDOM USED BECAUSE PEOPLE DON'T KNOW IT EXISTS.

PLEASE DO NOT FORWARD CHAIN LETTERS - Religious or Otherwise...

Submitted by Ted

ABOUT CHAIN LETTERS:

Hi, I'm Fr. Bob McConaghy of Greenbelt chapel (Philippines).

I just want to make the point that the Catholic Church is opposed to spiritual chain letters, especially those that are rooted in the 'gospel of prosperity' or God wants to make you rich and will do so if you forward such emails to 7, 12, 15 or as many names you have in your address book. It's idolatrous baloney. It claims legitimate devotion to Jesus, Mary, and or saints and frightens people to believe that if they don't send the letters something bad will happen to them. I beg you please not to spread these messages anymore. I've heard enough confessions in my 32 years to know how these letters fool and frighten people and give them a false image of Our Lady, not to mention that it encourages idolatry and a magical approach to religion. I am sure you were not aware of this and mean no ill will. There is no sin here on your part, you want good things for people and that is noble.

In all humility I would ask you to forward this note to others

In Christ,

Fr. Bob McConaghy

THE MESSAGE ABOVE is not meant specifically for you. It is meant FOR THOSE WHO SEND CHAIN LETTERS, Religious or Otherwise. And if ever you receive one, PLEASE ANSWER THEM with this EMAIL.

A TOUCHING VIDEO STORY - on "Wimp.com

Submitted by Ted

Watch this performance and appreciate things that we take for granted. Very touching.......... Click here...

BEWARE of INTERNET POSTING: Of Pictures Taken With Cell or Smart Phones

Submitted by Ted

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO WATCH THIS VIDEO, AND TAKE THE RECOMMENDED PRECAUTIONS.

If you have children or grandchildren you NEED to watch this.

I had no idea this could happen from taking pictures on the blackberry or cell phone. It's scary. Click here...

BREAKING NEWS: Miss Philippines Shamcey Supsup, 2011 Miss Universe 3rd Runner-Up

Submitted by Ted

BREAKING NEWS!!!

Miss Philippines 2011, Shamcey Supsup, who recently won 3rd Runner-Up in the 2011 Miss Universe Contest 3 nights ago, refused to marry the son of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto of Pakistan. It's not because of religious beliefs, she explained. She just that doesn't want to be called Shamcey Supsup-Bhutto

The Boys at Fred...

Clich here...

JUST RELEASED: NEVER SEEN, ASTONISHING PHOTOS of 9/11 ATTACK on GROUND ZERO

Submitted by Ted
Clich here...

SAMAR TIME... and the Music is Easy

The Philippine Center, Kalayaan Hall
550 Fifth Avenue, New York
August 24, 2011

Clich here...

BEWARE of INTERNET POSTING: Of Pictures Taken With Cell or Smart Phones

Submitted by Ted

BEWARE EVERYONE. This will make you think twice before sending pictures or posting them on Facebook.

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ: Pictures from Cell and Smart phones - Scary Stuff !

Would not have believed this, but it is from a TV news story.

Please review (& pass on) as important to know & share! NEXT TIME YOU WANT TO POST A PIC ON FACEBOOK HERE IS SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT. Scary stuff!! Watch the video. PLEASE PASS THIS INFO TO ANYONE YOU KNOW WHO TAKES PICTURES WITH THEIR CELL OR SMART PHONE AND POSTS THEM ON LINE.

I want everyone of you to watch this and then be sure to share with all your family and friends. It's REALLY important info, about what your posting things on your cell phones can do TO YOU!!! Too much technology out there these days so beware...........

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO WATCH THIS VIDEO, AND TAKE THE RECOMMENDED PRECAUTIONS.

If you have children or grandchildren you NEED to watch this. I had no idea this could happen from taking pictures on the blackberry or cell phone. It's scary.

Click here...

USEFUL CELLPHONE INFO - Print this & Keep in Your Car & Wallet

Submitted by Ted

For all the folks with cell phones. (This should be printed and kept in your car, purse, and wallet. Good information to have with you.)

There are a few things that can be done in times of grave emergencies.

Your mobile phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival.

Check out the things that you can do with it:

FIRST (Emergency)

The Emergency Number worldwide for Mobile is 112. If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile network and there is an Emergency, dial 112 and the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you, and interestingly, this number 112 can be dialed even if the keypad is locked. Try it out.

SECOND (Hidden Battery Power)

Imagine your cell battery is very low. To activate, press the keys *3370#. Your cell phone will restart with this reserve and the instrument will show a 50% increase in battery. This reserve will get charged when you charge your cell phone next time.

THIRD (How to disable a STOLEN mobile phone? )

To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the following Digits on your phone: *#06# .
A 15-digit code will appear on the screen. This number is unique to your handset. Write it down and keep it somewhere safe.

If your phone is stolen, you can phone your service provider and give them this code. They will then be able to block your handset so even if the thief changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless. You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that whoever stole it can't use/sell it either. If everybody does this, there would be no point in people stealing mobile phones.

And Finally....

FOURTH (Free Directory Service for Cells)

Cell phone companies are charging us $1.00 to $1.75 or more for 411 information calls when they don't have to. Most of us do not carry a telephone directory in our vehicle, which makes this situation even more of a problem. When you need to use the 411 information option, simply dial: (800) FREE411 or (800) 373-3411 without incurring any charge at all. Program this into your cell phone now. This is sponsored by McDonalds.

A MESSAGE FROM THE OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
STATE OF MICHIGAN :

Submitted by Ted

SITUATION...

While driving on a rural end of the roadway on Thursday morning, I saw an infant car seat on the side of the road with a blanket draped over it.

For whatever reason, I did not stop, even though I had all kinds of thoughts running through my head. But when I got to my destination, I called the Canton PD and they were going to check it out. But, this is what the Police advised even before they went out there to check....

"There are several things to be aware of ... gangs and thieves are now plotting different ways to get a person (mostly women) to stop their vehicle and get out of the car.

"There is a gang initiation reported by the local Police Department where gangs are placing a car seat by the road...with a fake baby in it....waiting for a woman, of course, to stop and check on the abandoned baby.

"Note that the location of this car seat is usually beside a wooded or grassy (field) area and the person -- woman -- will be dragged into the woods, beaten and raped, and usually left for dead. If it's a man, they're usually beaten and robbed and maybe left for dead, too.

DO NOT STOP FOR ANY REASON!!! DIAL 9-1-1 AND REPORT WHAT YOU SAW, BUT DON 'T EVEN SLOW DOWN.

"IF YOU ARE DRIVING AT NIGHT AND EGGS ARE THROWN AT YOUR WINDSHIELD, DO NOT STOP TO CHECK THE CAR, DO NOT OPERATE THE WIPER AND DO NOT SPRAY ANY WATER BECAUSE EGGS MIXED WITH WATER BECOME MILKY AND BLOCK YOUR VISION UP TO 92.5%, AND YOU ARE THEN FORCED TO STOP BESIDE THE ROAD AND BECOME A VICTIM OF THESE CRIMINALS.

THIS IS A NEW TECHNIQUE USED BY GANGS, SO PLEASE INFORM YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES.

THESE ARE DESPERATE TIMES AND THESE ARE UNSAVORY INDIVIDUALS WHO WILL TAKE DESPERATE MEASURES TO GET WHAT THEY WANT."

Please talk to your loved ones about this. This is a new tactic used. Please be safe.

Get started NOW -- SEND THIS MESSAGE TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES TO BE CAREFUL AND AWARE OF EVERYTHING AROUND THEM SO AS NOT TO BECOME A VICTIM.

WARNING # 2

Some knew about the red light on cars, but not the 112.

It was about 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon, and Lauren was driving to visit a friend. An UNMARKED police car pulled up behind herand put his lights on. Lauren's parents have always told her never to pull over for an unmarked car on the side of the road,but rather to wait until they get to a gas station, etc.

Lauren had actually listened to her parents advice, and promptly called112 on her cell phone to tell the police dispatcher that she would not pull over right away. She proceeded to tell the dispatcher that there was an unmarked police car with a flashing red light on his rooftop behind her. The dispatcher checked to see if there were police cars where she was and there weren't, and he told her to keep driving, remain calm and that he had back up already on the way.

Ten minutes later 4 cop cars surrounded her and the unmarked car behind her. One policeman went to her side and the others surrounded the car behind. They pulled the guy from the car and tackled him to the ground. The man was a convicted rapist and wanted for other crimes. I never knew about the 112 Cell Phone feature, but especially for a woman alone in a car, you should not pull over for an unmarked car. Apparently police have to respect your right to keep going to a safe place.

*Speaking to a service representative at Bell Mobility confirmed that 112 was a direct link to State trooper info. So, now it's your turn to let your friends know about112.

This applies to ALL 50 states PLEASE PASS ALONG TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY, IT CAN SAVE A LIFE....

The Perfect Husband

Submitted by Ted

Several men are in the locker room of a golf club. A cellular phone on a bench rings and a man engages the hands-free speaker function and begins to talk. Everyone else in the room stops to listen.

MAN: "Hello"
WOMAN: "Hi Honey, it's me . Are you at the club?"

MAN: "Yes."
WOMAN: "I'm at the shops now and found this beautiful leather coat. It's only $2,000. Is it OK if I buy it?"

MAN: "Sure, go ahead if you like it that much."
WOMAN: "I also stopped by the Lexus dealership and saw the new models. I saw one I really liked."

MAN: "How much?"
WOMAN: "$90,000."

MAN: "OK, but for that price I want it with all the options."
WOMAN: "Great! Oh, and one more thing. I was just talking to Janie and found out that the house I wanted last year is back on the market. They're asking $980,000 for it."

MAN: "Well, then go ahead and make an offer of $900,000. They'll probably take it. If not, we can go the extra eighty-thousand if it's what you really want."
WOMAN: "OK. I'll see you later! I love you so much!"

MAN: "Bye! I love you, too."

The man hangs up. The other men in the locker room are staring at him in astonishment, mouths wide open.

He turns and asks, "Anyone know whose phone this is?”

Katbaloganon Fiesta August 5-6, 2011

Timmy Bolastig- President
Michelle Gayo (nee Lomuntad) Hermana Mayor

Clich here...

Katbaloganon 8th Novena July 30, 2011

Clich here...

The Day the Penis asked for a Raise

Submitted by Rading

I, the Penis, hereby request a raise in salary for the following reasons:
I do physical labor.
I work at great depths.
I plunge headfirst into everything I do.
I do not get weekends or public holidays off.
I work in a damp environment.
I work in a dark workplace that has poor ventilation.
I work in high temperatures.
My work exposes me to contagious diseases.

Sincerely,
P. Niss

The Response

Dear P. Niss:

After assessing your request, and considering the arguments you have raised, the administration rejects your request for the following reasons:

You do not work 8 hours straight.
You fall asleep after brief work periods.
You do not always follow the orders of the management team.
You do not stay in your designated area and are often seen visiting other locations.
You do not take initiative - you need to be pressured and stimulated in order to start working.
You leave the workplace rather messy at the end of your shift.
You don't always observe necessary safety regulations, such as wearing the Correct protective clothing.
You will retire well before you are 65.
You are unable to work double shifts.
You sometimes leave your designated work area before you have completed the assigned task...
And if that were not all, you have been seen constantly entering and exiting the workplace carrying two suspicious-looking bags.

Sincerely,
V.. Gina

Katbaloganon 7th Novena July 23, 2011

Clich here...

FUNNY... I'm surprised someone didn't have a heart attack!

Submitted by Rading

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Wisdom from Confucius

Submitted by Ted

Woman asks:

If I sleep with 5 men, everyone calls me a slut. But when a man sleeps with 10 women, everyone calls him a real man. How come?

Man replies:

The explanation is very simple.
Confucious says: 'When one lock can be opened by 5 different keys, it's a bad lock. But when one key can open 10 different locks, it is called a master key'.

SAMAR Time and the Music is Easy
(an evening of music and fashion to benefit the provinces of Samar Island)

Submited by Loudette

This event is chaired (honorary chair) by the wife of the Consul General, Mrs. Eleanor de Leon, Jr. who is from E. Samar AND the show features, a Catbaloganon, Robin Tomas, a noted fashion designer who has made his mark in the fashion scene in NY -- he is also the son of Tessie Tomas.

Take This Alzheimer's Test..

Submitted by Ted (Dr. No)

Alzheimer's Test

How fast can you guess these words and fill-in the blanks? (TIME YOURSELF)

1. _ _NDOM

2. F_ _K

3. P_N_S

4. PU_S_

5. S_X

6. BOO_S

For answere Clich here...

Katbaloganon 6th Novena July 15, 2011

Clich here...

Korean Lady Ordering Hamburger at a Drive-in

Submitted by Ted
Clich here...

Katbaloganon 5th Novena July 9, 2011

Clich here...

The Real Independence Day...

Submitted by Ted

Katbaloganon 3rd Novena June 26, 2011

Clich here... Credit card scam- verified TRUE! Submitted by Bella Japzon Visa / MasterCard FRAUD Just a heads up for everyone regarding the latest in Visa fraud. Royal Bank received this communication about the newest scam. This is happening in southern Alberta right now and moving. This one is pretty slick since they provide YOU with all the information, except the one piece they want.. Note, the callers do not ask for your card number; they already have it. This information is worth reading By understanding how the VISA & MasterCard telephone Credit Card Scam works, you'll be better prepared to protect yourself. One of our employees was called on Wednesday from 'VISA', and I was called on Thursday from 'MasterCard'. The scam works like this: Person calling says - 'This is (name), and I'm calling from the Security and Fraud Department at VISA. My Badge number is 12460, Your card has been flagged for an unusual purchase pattern, and I'm calling to verify. This would be on your VISA card which was issued by (name of bank). Did you purchase an Anti-Telemarketing Device for $497.99 from a marketing company based in Arizona ?' When you say 'No', the caller continues with, 'Then we will be issuing a credit to your account. This is a company we have been watching and the charges range from $297 to $497, just under the $500 purchase pattern that flags most cards. Before your next statement, the credit will be sent to (gives you your address), is that correct?' You say 'yes'. The caller continues - 'I will be starting a Fraud Investigation. If you have any questions, you should call the 1- 800 number listed on the back of your card (1-800-VISA) and ask for Security. You will need to refer to this Control Number. The caller then gives you a 6 digit number. 'Do you need me to read it again?' Here's the IMPORTANT part on how the scam works - The caller then says, 'I need to verify you are in possession of your card'. He'll ask you to 'turn your card over and look for some numbers'. There are 7 numbers; the first 4 are part of your card number, the last 3 are the Security Numbers that verify you are the possessor of the card. These are the numbers you sometimes use to make Internet purchases to prove you have the card. The caller will ask you to read the last 3 numbers to him. After you tell the caller the 3 numbers, he'll say, 'That is correct, I just needed to verify that the card has not been lost or stolen, and that you still have your card Do you have any other questions?' After you say no, the caller then thanks you and states, 'Don't hesitate to call back if you do', and hangs up. You actually say very little, and they never ask for or tell you the card number. But after we were called on Wednesday, we called back. Within 20 minutes to ask a question. Are we were glad we did! The REAL VISA Security Department told us it was a scam and in the last 15 minutes a new purchase of $497.99 was charged to our card. We made a real fraud report and closed the VISA account. VISA is reissuing us a new number.. What the scammers want is the 3-digit PIN number on the back of the card. Don't give it to them. Instead, tell them you'll call VISA or Master Card directly for verification of their conversation.. The real VISA told us that they will never ask for anything on the card as they already know the information since they issued the card! If you give the scammers your 3 Digit PIN Number, you think you're receiving a credit; however, by the time you get your statement you'll see charges for purchases you didn't make, and by then it's almost too late and/or more difficult to actually file a fraud report. What makes this more remarkable is that on Thursday, I got a call from a 'Jason Richardson of MasterCard' with a word-for-word repeat of the VISA Scam. This time I didn't let him finish. I hung up! We filed a police report, as instructed by VISA. The police said they are taking several of these reports daily! They also urged us to tell everybody we know that this scam is happening. I dealt with a similar situation this morning, with the caller telling me that $3,097 had been charged to my account for plane tickets to Spain , and so on through the above routine.. It appears that this Is a very active scam, and evidently quite successful. Pass this on to all your family and friends Small Request by Friday Submitted by Ted Friday is world cancer day - I'd Appreciate it if you will forward This request A small request.. Just one line. Dear God, I pray for a cure for cancer. Amen All you are asked to do is keep this circulating, even if it's Only to one more person. In memory of anyone you know Who has been struck down by cancer or is still living with it. A Candle Loses Nothing by Lighting Another Candle. Please Keep This Candle Going Katbaloganon 2nd Novena June 19, 2011 Clich here... Egoy Rosales 80th Birthday Clich here... Carol and Louie Lomuntad Wedding Clich here... Barong Tagalog Submitted by Rading Domingo DO YOU KNOW THE STORY BEHIND OUR FAMOUS "BARONG TAGALOG?‰ I BELIEVE THAT IT WOULD BENICE TO KNOW WHY THE BARONG IS THE NATIONAL DRESS OF THE PHILIPPINES. BARONG TAGALOG During the Spanish occupation of the Philippines (over 300 years from 1561-1889) the barong tagalog was required by the Spanish government for Filipinos (indios) to be worn at most times to show the difference between the rich and the poor. The poor who serve the rich must always be in uniform. Take their chauffeurs, maids, and employees as examples. They are in uniform to immediately distinguish them from the employers. When the Spaniards colonized the Filipinos, they had to make it abundantly clear who the boss was through the imposition of a dress code. Men were not allowed to tuck their shirttails in. That was the mark of his inferior status. Second, the cloth material should be transparent so that he could not conceal any weapon that could be used against the masters. Third, as a precaution on thievery, pockets are not allowed on the shirt. By the turn of the century a new middle class began to emerge among the Filipinos. These were known as the Principalia. They have mastered Spanish laws and were able to obtain title to lands. They became successful in business and agriculture and sent their sons to be educated abroad. They were privileged to build their houses in the poblacion around the plaza near the seats of power. Only a member of the principalia could be addressed by the title DON, and only they were allowed to vote. They had all the trappings of power and status, but for one undeniable fact: they still had to wear their shirttails out, if only to remind them that they were still Indios. What the Spanish authorities did not smother out was the Filipino's will power and dermination to psychologically conquer their colonial masters, through improvisation and reinterpretation. The Filipino's stylistic bongga (flashy dresser) was a reaction against the overt discrimination and insensitive oppression of the Spaniards. For example, Filipinos were forbidden to use imported silk and fabrics for their Barong, so they ingeniously used pineapple leaves to weave the pinya jusi cloth of the barong, turning the outfit into such delicate material, of luminous silky rich mixture much finer than silk. And to add insult to injury, they hand- embroidered the front with such exquisite abandon: Calado and hand- work all over. Palgrave, the ethnographer noted, "The capitan's shirt was the native barong, of fine and delicate fiber, embroidered and frilled; it was light and cool and not tucked in the trousers". (Corpuz, 74) The Barong Tagalog gained its power, prestige, and status when President Quezon, the first Filipino president, declared it the National dress. The status of the lowly inferior Barong thus became another symbol of Filipinos' resistance to colonization. After World War II, Philippine presidents began wearing the Barong Tagalog at their installation into office and on every formal state occasion. In contemporary times the Barong Tagalog is the power dress. As an abogado de campanilla, you cannot afford not to wear the Barong Tagalog when arguing a case in Philippine courts. Today, every visitor and foreign dignitary invited to a Malacanang Palace state function must, by necessity, and dictated by protocol, be dressed to the nines in a Barong Tagalog. The invitations specifically say come in "Barong" instead of the traditional "Coat and Tie". Thus, every one invited to dinner at the Presidential Palace and in many Filipino homes will unknowingly and unwittingly have to experience directly, what it feels to have to wear his shirttails out, to suffer the indignity of having the material of his barong transparent so that he can not conceal any weapon; and horrors, to be accused directly of incipient thievery by having no pockets in his barong to put the silver. So, when El Señor Spanish Ambassador is invited to a state dinner, you can say, "Ah, what sweet revenge!" (buti nga!!! ) Very interesting no? hindi mo akalain ganoon ka complex ang storya ng ating barong tagalog. It makes you a little bit more proud of your self and your heritage while wearing it. BIN LADEN HAD NO CHANCE... Submitted by Ted AN ADMIRABLE MAN, AMAZING & TRULY AWESOME !!! Submitted by Ted Tony Melendez played the guitar and sang. After listening to him, the Pope actually walked over and kissed him. Click here... Our Lady of Manaoag Annual Feast Day Celebration at Immaculate Conception Church, Jamaica NY. Eleanor Patrico-Hermana and Prospero Lim-Hermano 2011 Clich here... A VERY TOUCHING STORY... Submitted by Ted THIS IS A VERY TOUCHING STORY ABOUT TWO BROTHERS WHO WERE SEPARATED AT BIRTH. IT'S A STORY OF LIFE & DEATH, ..... ...AND OF MAN'S CRUELTY. IT'S CERTAIN TO STIR YOUR HEART AND TOUCH YOUR SOUL..... Clich here... HOLY HUMOR Sumitted by Ted A father was approached by his small son who told him proudly, 'I know what the Bible means!' His father smiled and replied, 'What do you mean, you 'know' what the Bible means? The son replied, 'I do know!' 'Okay,' said his father. 'What does the Bible mean?' 'That's easy, Daddy...' the young boy replied excitedly, ' It stands for 'Basic Information Before Leaving Earth' ======= There was a very gracious lady who was mailing an old family Bible to her brother in another part of the country. 'Is there anything breakable in here?' asked the postal clerk. 'Only the Ten Commandments.' answered the lady. ======== 'Somebody has said there are only two kinds of people in the world. There are those who wake up in the morning and say, 'Good morning, Lord, ' and there are those who wake up in the morning and say,'Good Lord, it's morning.' ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because he was short of time and couldn't find a space with a meter. Then he puts a note under the windshield wiper that read: 'I have circled the block 10 times. If I don't park here, I'll miss my appointment. Forgive us our trespasses.' When he returned, he found a citation from a police officer along with this note ' I've circled this block for 10 years. If I don't give you a ticket I'll lose my job. Lead us not into temptation.' ======== There is the story of a pastor who got up one Sunday and announced to his congregation: 'I have good news and bad news. The good news is, we have enough money to pay for our new building program. The bad news is, it's still out there in your pockets.' = = = = = = = While driving in Pennsylvania , a family caught up to an Amish carriage. The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humor, because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed sign... 'Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass... Caution: Do not step in exhaust.' ======== A Sunday School teacher began her lesson with a question, 'Boys and girls, what do we know about God?' A hand shot up in the air. 'He is an artist!' said the kindergarten boy. 'Really? How do you know?' the teacher asked... 'You know - Our Father, who does art in Heaven... ' ======== A minister waited in line to have his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend. The attendant worked quickly, but there were many cars ahead of him. Finally, the attendant motioned him toward a vacant pump. 'Reverend,' said the young man, 'I'm so sorry about the delay... It seems as if everyone waits until the last minute to get ready for a long trip.' The minister chuckled, 'I know what you mean. It's the same in my business.' ======== People want the front of the bus, the back of the church, and the center of attention. ======== Sunday after church, a Mom asked her very young daughter what the lesson was about. The daughter answered, 'Don't be scared, you'll get your quilt.' Needless to say, the Mom was perplexed. Later in the day, the pastor stopped by for tea and the Mom asked him what that morning's Sunday school lesson was about. He said 'Be not a afraid, thy comforter is coming.' ======== The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was going to ask the congregation to come up with more money than they were expecting for repairs to the church building. Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist was sick and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute. The substitute wanted to know what to play 'Here's a copy of the service,' he said impatiently. 'But, you'll have to think of something to play after I make the announcement about the finances.' During the service, the minister paused and said, 'Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty; the roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected and we need $4,000 more. Any of you who can pledge $100 or more, please stand up'. At that moment, the substitute organist played 'The Star Spangled Banner.' And that is how the substitute became the regular organist! ========= Give me a sense of humor, Lord, Give me the grace to see a joke, To get some humor out of life, And pass it on to other folk! Femy's Death Anniversary Clich here... BREAD WINNER:A Story From a Doctor in Chicago Submitted by Ted Bread Winner...Making Babies! I was speaking to an emergency room physician this morning. He told me that a woman in her 20s came to the ER with her 8th pregnancy. She stated, "My momma told me that I am the breadwinner for the family." He asked her to explain. She said that she can make babies and babies get money for the family. The scam goes like this: The grandma calls the Department of Child and Family Services and states that the unemployed daughter is not capable of caring for these children. DCFS agrees and states that the child or children will need to go to foster care. The grandma then volunteers to be the foster parent, and thus receives a check for $1500 per child per month in Illinois. Total yearly income:$144,000 tax-free ! not to mention free healthcare (Medicaid) plus a monthly card entitling her to free groceries, etc, and a voucher for 250 free cell phone minutes per month. This does not even include WIC and other welfare programs. Indeed, grandma was correct in that her fertile daughter is the "breadwinner" for the family. THIS is how the 'RULING CLASS' spends your tax dollars. And this is what their children learn; why should they work? Sebastian J. Ciancio, M.D. Urologist, Danville Polyclinic, LTD HEADS UP!: A New - or Getting Common - Car Theft Tactic Submitted by Ted Wednesday, I approached my truck from the passenger side to place my computer bag (aka my man purse) in the front passenger seat. As I reached to open the door I noticed there was a hole right under my door handle. My first thought was, "someone has shot my truck !" I began to think about it and inspect it a little closer and the "light" slowly began to come on. I phoned my friend who owns a body shop and asked if he had any vehicles with damage to the doors that looked like a bullet hole. "Yes, I see it all the time. Thieves have a punch and place it right under the door handle, knock a hole through, reach in and unlock it, just as if they have a key. No alarms, broken glass, or anything. I then placed a call to my insurance agent and explained it to him. I was puzzled that they left my GPS and all other belongings. Here is where it gets scary ! "Oh no, he said, they want the break-in to be so subtle that you don't even realize it. They look at your GPS to see where "home" is. Now, they know what you drive, go to your home, and if your vehicle isn't there they assume you aren't and break into your home." He said they will even leave a purse or wallet and only take one or two credit cards. By the time you realize there has been a theft, they may have already had a couple of days or more to use them. (I didn't realize my situation for two full days!) They even give you the courtesy of re-locking your doors for you. Periodically, walk around your car, especially after you park in a in a shopping center or other large parking area. Report thefts immediately....your bank w/missing check numbers, your credit card agencies, police, and insurance companies, etc. Former Pinay nanny of Prince William and Harry invited to royal wedding Submitted by Rading Prince William and Harry's former Filipino nanny, Araceli "Lillie" Piccio, has received an invitation to the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton on April 29 (UK time), reports The Philippine Star. Piccio and her plus one are invited to the much-awaited ceremony at the Westminster Abbey in the UK, according to The Philippine Star columnist Ricky Lo, who cited Piccio's sister and Bacolod paper columnist Nimfa "Buddai" Piccio. Piccio, called "Miss Lillie" by the late Lady Diana, served in the royal household for eight years until a few months after Lady Diana died in 1997, reports The Philippine Star. According to her sister, a 15-year-old Prince William told Piccio when she left, "When I get married, I will take you back." A nurse from Bacolod, Piccio is now working for a different employer in London. According to The Philippine Star, she was the first Filipina employed by the royal family. She used to spend Mondays to Saturdays at the Royal Apartment in London. Please take note of the new virus,,,,,,,,, Submitted by Charles Bowen I checked with snopes, its real READ IMMEDIATELY Anyone-using Internet mail such as Yahoo, Hotmail, AOL and so on. This inbformation arrived this morning, Direct from both Microsoft and Norton Please send it to everybody you know who has Access to the Internet. You may receive an apparently harmless e-mail titled "Here you have it" If you open the file, a message will appear on your screen saying: 'It is too late now, your life is no longer beautiful....' Subsequently you will LOSE EVERYTHING IN YOUR PC, And the person who sent it to you will gain access to your Name, e-mail and password. This is a new virus which started to circulate on Saturday afternoon. AOL has already confirmed the severity, and the anti virus software's are not capable of destroying it. The virus has been created by a hacker who calls himself 'life owner'. PLEASE SEND A COPY OF THIS E-MAIL TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS, And ask them to PASS IT ON IMMEDIATELY! THIS HAS BEEN CONFIRMED BY SNOPES. http://www.snopes.com/computer/virus/hereyouhave.asp THE POOL SHARK - - - - 2 balls ,.. one shot... Submitted by Ted Clich here... SALT WATER as FUEL: A Breakthrou​gh Invention.​.. Submitted by Ted This is great, but some big oil company will no doubt buy the rights and quash it for ever. Clich here... 8th grade education ...in 1895 Submitted by Rading 1895 8th grade final exam Take this test and pass it on to your more literate friends. What it took to get an 8th grade education in 1895... Remember when grandparents and great-grandparents stated that they only had an 8th grade education? Well, check this out. Could any of us have passed the 8th grade in 1895? This is the eighth-grade final exam from 1895 in Salina , Kansas , USA . It was taken from the original document on file at the Smokey Valley Genealogical Society and Library in Salina , and reprinted by the Salina Journal. 8th Grade Final Exam: Salina , KS - 1895 Grammar (Time, one hour) 1. Give nine rules for the use of capital letters. 2. Name the parts of speech and define those that have no modifications 3. Define verse, stanza and paragraph. 4. What are the principal parts of a verb? Give principal parts of 'lie,' 'play,' and 'run'. 5. Define case; illustrate each case. 6 What is punctuation? Give rules for principal marks of punctuation. 7 - 10. Write a composition of about 150 words and show therein that you understand the practical use of the rules of grammar. Arithmetic (Time,1 hour 15 minutes) 1. Name and define the Fundamental Rules of Arithmetic. 2. A wagon box is 2 ft. Deep, 10 feet Long, and 3 ft. Wide. How many bushels of wheat will it hold? 3. If a load of wheat weighs 3,942 lbs, what is it worth at 50cts/bushel, deducting 1,050 lbs for tare? 4. District No 33 has a valuation of $35,000. What is the necessary levy to carry on a school seven months at $50 per month, and have $104 for incidentals? 5. Find the cost of 6,720 lbs. Coal at $6.00 per ton.. 6. Find the interest of $512.60 for 8 months and 18 days at 7percent per annum. 7. What is the cost of 40 boards 12 inches wide and 16 ft long at $20 per metre? 8... Find bank discount on $300 for 90 days (no grace) at 10 percent. 9. What is the cost of a square farm at $15 per acre, the distance of which is 640 rods? 10. Write a Bank Check, a Promissory Note, and a Receipt. U.S. History (Time, 45 minutes) 1. Give the epochs into which U.S. History is divided 2. Give an account of the discovery of America by Columbus . 3. Relate the causes and results of the Revolutionary War. 4. Show the territorial growth of the United States . 5. Tell what you can of the history of Kansas . 6. Describe three of the most prominent battles of the Rebellion. 7. Who were the following: Morse, Whitney, Fulton , Bell , Lincoln , Penn, and Howe? 8. Name events connected with the following dates: 1607, 1620, 1800, 1849, 1865. Orthography (Time, one hour) [Do we even know what this is??] 1. What is meant by the following: alphabet, phonetic, orthography, etymology, syllabication? 2. What are elementary sounds? How classified? 3. What are the following, and give examples of each: trigraph, subvocals, diphthong, cognate letters, linguals? 4. Give four substitutes for caret 'u'. 5. Give two rules for spelling words with final 'e.' Name two exceptions under each rule. 6. Give two uses of silent letters in spelling. Illustrate each. 7. Define the following prefixes and use in connection with a word: bi, dis, pre, semi, post, non, inter, mono, sup. 8. Mark diacritically and divide into syllables the following, and name the sign that indicates the sound: card, ball, mercy, sir, odd, cell, rise, blood, fare, last. 9.. Use the following correctly in sentences: cite, site, sight, fane, fain, feign, vane , vain, vein, raze, raise, rays. 10. Write 10 words frequently mispronounced and indicate pronunciation by use of diacritical marks and by syllabication. Geography (Time, one hour) 1 What is climate? Upon what does climate depend? 2. How do you account for the extremes of climate in Kansas ? 3. Of what use are rivers? Of what use is the ocean? 4. Describe the mountains of North America . 5. Name and describe the following: Monrovia , Odessa , Denver , Manitoba , Hecla , Yukon , St. Helena, Juan Fernandez, Aspinwall and Orinoco . 6. Name and locate the principal trade centers of the U..S. Name all the republics of Europe and give the capital of each. 8. Why is the Atlantic Coast colder than the Pacific in the same latitude? 9.. Describe the process by which the water of the ocean returns to the sources of rivers. 10. Describe the movements of the earth. Give the inclination of the earth. HUH??? Are they kidding??? This is hard to believe.... Notice that the exam took FIVE HOURS to complete. Gives the saying 'he only had an 8th grade education' a whole new meaning, doesn't it?! Also shows you how poor our education system has become and, NO, ..........I don't have the answers! (and I couldn't answer most myself either) Linda Japzon Surprised Birthday Clich here...

Take a brake ..

Submitted by Radin

SOMETIMES IT CAN BE AWFULLY HARD FOR A COURT REPORTER TO KEEP A STRAIGHT FACE !!!

These are from a book called Disorder in the American Courts and were actually said in court, word for word, taken down and now published by court reporters who had the torment of staying calm while these exchanges were actually taking place.

ATTORNEY: What was the first thing your husband said to you that morning?
WITNESS: He said , 'Where am I, Cathy?'
ATTORNEY: And why did that upset you?
WITNESS: My name is Susan!

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ATTORNEY: She had three children , right?
WITNESS: Yes.
ATTORNEY: How many were boys?
WITNESS: None.
ATTORNEY: Were there any girls?
WITNESS: Your Honor, I think I need a different attorney. Can I get a new attorney?

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ATTORNEY: Now doctor , isn't it true that when a person dies in his sleep, he doesn't know about it until the next morning?<
WITNESS: Did you actually pass the bar exam?

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ATTORNEY: This myasthenia gravis, does it affect your memory at all?
WITNESS: Yes.
ATTORNEY: And in what ways does it affect your memory?>
WITNESS: I forget.
ATTORNEY: You forget? Can you give us an example of something you forgot?

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ATTORNEY: The youngest son , the 20-year-old , how old is he?
WITNESS: He's 20, much like your IQ.

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ATTORNEY: Were you present when your picture was taken?
WITNESS: Are you shitting me?

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ATTORNEY: So the date of conception (of the baby) was August 8th?
WITNESS: Yes.
ATTORNEY: And what were you doing at that time?
WITNESS: Getting laid

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ATTORNEY: How was your first marriage terminated?
WITNESS: By death.
ATTORNEY: And by whose death was it terminated?
WITNESS: Take a guess.

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ATTORNEY: Can you describe the individual?
WITNESS: He was about medium height and had a beard
ATTORNEY: Was this a male or a female?
WITNESS: Unless the Circus was in town I'm going with male.

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ATTORNEY: Is your appearance here this morning pursuant to a deposition notice which I sent to your attorney?

WITNESS: No, this is how I dress when I go to work.

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ATTORNEY: Doctor , how many of your autopsies have you performed on dead people?

WITNESS: All of them. The live ones put up too much of a fight.

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ATTORNEY: ALL your responses MUST be oral , OK? What school did you go to?
WITNESS: Oral.

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ATTORNEY: Do you recall the time that you examined the body?
WITNESS: The autopsy started around 8:30 PM

ATTORNEY: And Mr. Denton was dead at the time?
WITNESS: If not, he was by the time I finished.

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And last:

ATTORNEY: Doctor, before you performed the autopsy, did you check for a pulse?
WITNESS: No.
ATTORNEY: Did you check for blood pressure?
WITNESS: No.
ATTORNEY: Did you check for breathing?
WITNESS: No..
ATTORNEY: So, then it is possible that the patient was alive when you began the autopsy?
WITNESS: No.
ATTORNEY: How can you be so sure, Doctor?
WITNESS : Well his brain was in the sink !

Monina Tan Laturja passed away

Clich here...

Submitted by Joaquin Ortiaga

Here's the following information regarding Monina's wake.

Colonial Funeral Homes
2819 Hyland Blvd. Staten Island N.Y. (corner of Thyssen Lane)
Telephone No. 718 351 5858

Saturday = Time: 2:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.; 7:00p.m – 9:00p.m.

Sunday = Time: 2:00p.m. – 4:00p.m. ; 7:00pm. - 9:00p.m.

Funeral = Monday morning 3/21/11

Resting Place = Moravian Cemetery at 2205 Richmond Road New Dorp, Staten Island, N.Y.

This Woman PREDICTED The 3/11 BIG EARTHQUAKE and POSTED on YouTube on 3/8/11, or 3 DAYS BEFORE IT OCCURRED

Submitted by Ted
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MUST READ BY ALL DEMOCRATIC LOVING PEOPLE

Submitted by Rading

Remember the guy who got on a plane with a bomb built into his shoe and tried to light it?

Did you know his trial is over? Did you know he was sentenced? Did you see/hear any of the judge's comments on TV or Radio? Didn't think so.!!! Everyone should hear what the judge had to say.

Ruling by Judge William Young, US District Court.

Prior to sentencing, the Judge asked the defendant if he had anything to say. His response: After admitting his guilt to the court for the record, Reid also admitted his 'allegiance to Osama bin Laden, to Islam, and to the religion of Allah,' defiantly stating, 'I think I will not apologize for my actions,' and told the court 'I am at war with your country.'

Judge Young then delivered the statement quoted below:

Judge Young: 'Mr. Richard C. Reid, hearken now to the sentence the Court imposes upon you.

On counts 1, 5 and 6 the Court sentences you to life in prison in the custody of the United States Attorney General. On counts 2, 3, 4 and 7, the Court sentences you to 20 years in prison on each count, the sentence on each count to run consecutively. (That's 80 years.)

On count 8 the Court sentences you to the mandatory 30 years again, to be served consecutively to the 80 years just imposed. The Court imposes upon you for each of the eight counts a fine of $250,000 that's an aggregate fine of $2 million. The Court accepts the government's recommendation with respect to restitution and orders restitution in the amount of $298.17 to Andre Bousquet and $5,784 to American Airlines.

The Court imposes upon you an $800 special assessment. The Court imposes upon you five years supervised release simply because the law requires it. But the life sentences are real life sentences so I need go no further.

This is the sentence that is provided for by our statutes. It is a fair and just sentence. It is a righteous sentence.

Now, let me explain this to you. We are not afraid of you or any of your terrorist co-conspirators, Mr. Reid. We are Americans. We have been through the fire before. There is too much war talk here and I say that to everyone with the utmost respect. Here in this court, we deal with individuals as individuals and care for individuals as individuals. As human beings, we reach out for justice.

You are not an enemy combatant. You are a terrorist. You are not a soldier in any war. You are a terrorist. To give you that reference, to call you a soldier, gives you far too much stature. Whether the officers of government do it or your attorney does it, or if you think you are a soldier, you are not----- you are a terrorist. And we do not negotiate with terrorists. We do not meet with terrorists. We do not sign documents with terrorists. We hunt them down one by one and bring them to justice.

So war talk is way out of line in this court . You are a big fellow. But you are not that big. You're no warrior. I've known warriors. You are a terrorist. A species of criminal that is guilty of multiple attempted murders. In a very real sense, State Trooper Santiago had it right when you first were taken off that plane and into custody and you wondered where the press and the TV crews were, and he said: 'You're no big deal. '

You are no big deal.

What your able counsel and what the equally able United States attorneys have grappled with and what I have as honestly as I know how tried to grapple with, is why you did something so horrific. What was it that led you here to this courtroom today?

I have listened respectfully to what you have to say. And I ask you to search your heart and ask yourself what sort of unfathomable hate led you to do what you are guilty and admit you are guilty of doing? And, I have an answer for you. It may not satisfy you, but as I search this entire record, it comes as close to understanding as I know.

It seems to me you hate the one thing that to us is most precious. You hate our freedom.. Our individual freedom. Our individual freedom to live as we choose, to come and go as we choose, to believe or not believe as we individually choose. Here, in this society, the very wind carries freedom. It carries it everywhere from sea to shining sea. It is because we prize individual freedom so much that you are here in this beautiful courtroom, so that everyone can see, truly see, that justice is administered fairly, individually, and discretely. It is for freedom's sake that your lawyers are striving so vigorously on your behalf, have filed appeals, will go on in their representation of you before other judges.

We Americans are all about freedom. Because we all know that the way we treat you, Mr. Reid, is the measure of our own liberties. Make no mistake though. It is yet true that we will bear any burden; pay any price, to preserve our freedoms. Look around this courtroom. Mark it well. The world is not going to long remember what you or I say here. The day after tomorrow, it will be forgotten, but this, however, will long endure.

Here in this courtroom and courtrooms all across America , the American people will gather to see that justice, individual justice, justice, not war, individual justice is in fact being done. The very President of the United States through his officers will have to come into courtrooms and lay out evidence on which specific matters can be judged and juries of citizens will gather to sit and judge that evidence democratically, to mold and shape and refine our sense of justice.

See that flag, Mr. Reid? That's the flag of the United States of America. That flag will fly there long after this is all forgotten. That flag stands for freedom. And it always will.

Mr. Custody Officer. Stand him down.

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So, how much of this Judge's comments did we hear on our TV sets? We need more judges like Judge Young . Pass this around. Everyone should and needs to hear what this fine judge had to say. Powerful words that strike home.

Three tests for drunks

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Mural Painting of the Resurrecti​on

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The Toilet Cleaner

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AWESOME PHOTOGRAPH​S: From a Lesson on Serious Photograph​y

Submitted by Ted
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How numerals 0 - 9 got their shape

Submitted by Gody Olaso

Do you know why numbers look like they do? Someone, at some point in time, had to create their shapes and meaning.

Watch this short presentation and then you will know how our Arabic numbers were originally created a very long time ago and what logic the people that created them used to determine their shapes. It is really very simple and quite creative

You have to admire the intelligence of a person or people that created something so simple and perfect that it has lasted for thousands and thousands of years and will probably never change?

When the presentation gets to the number "seven" you will notice that the 7 has a line through the middle of it. That was the way the Arabic 7 was originally written, and in Europe and certain other areas they still write the 7 that way. Also, in the military, they commonly write it that way. The nine has a kind of curly tail on it that has been reduced, for the most part nowadays, to a simple curve, but the logic involved still applies.

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LUCIA REVEALS THE THIRD SECRET OF FATIMA

Submitted by Bella Japzon

Nationality:  Portuguese
Born:  3-28-1907,   Aljustrel , Portugal
Died:   2-13-2005 (aged 97)
Convent of Carmelitas
Coimbra , Portugal

LUCIA REVEALS THE THIRD SECRET OF FATIMA

Regardless of whatever Creed or Religion, it is better to be
prepared and  be in good terms with GOD,...who created us;
for we never know when we will be leaving this world.....

  
LAST SECRET OF FATIMA 

The Church has given  permission to reveal to the people the last part
of the message. The Blessed Virgin appeared to three children in Fatima ,
Portugal , in 1917........ this is a proven fact;one of these children was
Lucia, (died 2-13-05). 

She was a cloistered nun, and lived in a monastery in Portugal .
Lucia disclosed the message for the first time;  to Pope Pius Xll  who,
after reading , sealed it and stored it away without making it public.
Later Pope John XXIII read it and, in the same manner as his predecessor,
he kept it out of the public eye because he knew that once revealed; 
it would bring desperation and panic to mankind,

But now the time has come, and permission has been granted from Pope John
Paul II  to reveal it to the children of God;........ . ........ not to
create panic, but to make God's people aware of this important message
and be prepared. 

The Virgin told Lucia:
'Go, my child,
and tell the world what will come to pass during the 1950's - 2000's. Men
are not practicing the Commandments that God has given us. Evil is
governing the world and is harvesting hate and resentment  all over. Men
will  fabricate mortal weapons that will destroy the world
in  minutes!.... .. where half of the human race will be destroyed.
The war will begin against Rome , and there will be conflicts amongst
religious orders...... ..... 

God will allow all natural phenomena like smoke, hail, cold,
water, fire, floods, earthquakes, winds and inclement weather to slowly
batter the planet. 

These happenings will come to pass before the year 2012.!!!!
"For those who don't/won't believe..... . . this is the time.....
Your beloved mother told you:- 

..........those lacking charity towards others, in words & deeds and
those who do not love their neighbour like my beloved Son has loved you
all ....... cannot survive! They will wish to have died.

God will punish severely those who do not believe in him, those who
despise him and those who did not have time for him."
'I call upon all of  you to come to my son Jesus Christ.
God will help the world, but all of those who do not show fidelity and
loyalty will be destroyed!' 

Father Agustin, who lives in Fatima , said that Pope Paul VI
gave him permission to visit Sister Lucia,a cloistered nun (she did not
leave the monastery nor was allowed to receive any visitors). Father
Agustin said that she received him greatly overwhelmed and told him:
'Father, Our Lady is very sad because nobody is interested in her prophecy
of 1917,  though the righteous are walking through a narrow path, the
evil ones are walking through an ample road that is leading them straight
to their destruction! Believe me, Father, the punishment will come very
soon.  'Many souls will be  lost and many nations will disappear from the
earth. 

But, in the middle of all these, if men reflect, pray and practice
sincerity, good deeds, kindness and respect, the world can be
saved....... . .. However, if men persist with evil ways....greed, hatred,
selfish acts, rivalry, and rif, the world will be lost forever!.
The time has come for all  to pass on the message of our Blessed Lady to
their families, friends, and to the entire world. 



Continue praying, make penitence and sacrifices. We are close to the last
minute of the last day and the catastrophes are near. Due to this, many
that were far from the Church will return to the open arms of the Church of Jesus
Christ. 

The joining of the churches will result in one Holy Catholic and
Apostolic Church; ........ England , Russia , China , Jews, Buddhists,
Muslims, Hindus,Protestants, etc..... All will return believing and
worshipping God our Creator, in his beloved Son and in Blessed Mother
Virgin Mary.' 


WHAT AWAITS US ???
Everywhere there will be 'Peace Talks', but punishment will come.
A MAN IN A VERY  IMPORTANT POSITION WILL BE ASSASSINATED AND THIS WILL
PROVOKE THE WAR.
A POWERFUL ARMY WILL DOMINATE ALL THROUGH EUROPE AND THE NUCLEAR WAR WILL
COMMENCE.

This war will destroy everything; darkness will fall over us for 72 hours
(3 days) and the one third of humanity that survives this obscurity and sacrifice, will
commence to live a new era; they will be good people.

On a very cold night, 10 minutes before midnight, A GREAT QUAKE will
shake the earth  for 8 hours. This will be the third signal that God Is,
who governs the earth.
The righteous and those who propagate the faith and the message of the
Lady of   Fatima is :
'ONE SHOULD NOT FEAR, DO NOT BE AFRAID'.

WHAT TO DO??? : Bow your heads, kneel down and ask God for
forgiveness.  Because, only what is good and is not under the power of
evil will survive the catastrophe.
In order for you to prepare and remain alive and safe, I will give you
the following signs:
ANGUISH..... ... AND IN A SHORT PERIOD THE EARTHQUAKE WILL COMMENCE...
THE EARTH WILL SHAKE.....

The  shake will be so violent that will move the earth
23 degrees and then it will return it to its normal position.
Then, total and absolute darkness will cover the entire planet....
All the evil spirits will be mingling around and free, doing harm to all
those souls that did not want to listen to this message and those who did
not want to repent.

To the faithful souls, remember to light the blessed candles,
prepare a sacred altar with a crucifix in order to communicate with GOD
and implore for His infinite mercy....
All will be dark; and IN THE SKY A GREAT MYSTIC CROSS
will appear to remind us the price that his beloved Son had to pay for
our redemption.. ... 


In the house the only thing that can give light will be the
HOLY CANDLES... Once lit, nothing will put them off until the three days
of darkness are over.  Also, you should have holy water that should be
sprinkled abundantly on windows and doors. The Lord will protect the
property of the chosen ones....
Kneel down before the powerful cross of my beloved Son, pray the Rosary
and after each Hail Mary you must pray the following:

'Oh God forgive us our sins, preserve us from the fires of hell, take all
souls to heaven, especially those who are in more need of thy mercy.
Blessed Virgin Mary, protect us, we love you, save us and save the
world'. 

Pray 5 Creeds and  the Rosary which is the secret to my
immaculate Heart. All those who believe in my words go and take the
message to everyone,

DO NOT FEAR!  FEAR NOTHING DURING THE LORD'S GREAT DAY.
Talk to all, now that there is time. Those who keep quiet will be
responsible for all those souls who will perish in ignorance.
All those who pray humbly the rosary will have the protection of heaven.
Those who are bound to die, I will help them die in peace, and they will
be holy when they enter the other world. 

I wish all my children to attend mass every first Friday and every first
Saturday of each month; to confess and receive Holy Communion; and in
doing so, save the world from its TOTAL DESTRUCTION. ..!! 

When the earth shakes no more, those who still do not believe in our Lord
will perish in a horrible way:-
The wind will bring gas and it will disperse it everywhere, then the sun
will rise. 



Maybe you will survive this catastrophe.
Do not forget that God's punishment is holy and
ONCE IT HAS STARTED YOU SHOULD NOT LOOK OUTSIDE, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE
!!!!
GOD DOES NOT WANT ANY OF HIS GOOD CHILDREN TO SEE WHEN HE PUNISHES THE
SINNERS..... ......... ....
All this encompasses with the  writings of the Holy
scriptures.. ....
Read on the New Testament: Lucas  21
- 5:121, 12:19, 20:20,
29:33   Letters of St Paul 3 - 8 - 14 Isaiah 40, 1:5:9.
You must understand that God allows all this to happen. The Pope
and Bishops are now awaiting another message that speaks
about repentance and prayer. Please remember that God's words are not a
threat, .......... but good news.....
Please reproduce these pages and send them to all you know so we all can
have the opportunity to repent and be saved.

We do not know if those receiving this message believe or not in
GOD,....but just think that, if you are receiving this message it is for
a good reason!!.. from God who created us and loves us so much!

Our Creator is giving us the chance to be saved, no matter  what religion
or creed we may be. If you don't believe in this message, at least send
it to others, it costs you nothing.
To all those receiving it, they can have the opportunity to judge and
decide for themselves.
Remember, we can avoid a great deal of evil if we practice the
Commandments that Our Loving Father God gave us.... Just 10 simple ways,
that if we all put into practice we can obtain God's pardon.

Amen.

 

The Hotel Bill

Submitted by Rading

An elderly lady decided to give herself a big treat for her significant birthday by staying overnight in one of Chicago 's most expensive hotel.

When she checked out next morning, the desk clerk handed her a bill for $250.00.

She exploded and demanded to know why the charge was so high. "It's a nice hotel but the rooms certainly aren't worth $250.00 for just an overnight stop without even breakfast."

The clerk told her that $250.00 is the 'standard rate' so she insisted on speaking to the Manager.

The Manager appeared and forewarned by the desk clerk announced: "the hotel has an Olympic-sized pool and a huge conference center which are available for use."

'But I didn't use them," she said.

''Well, they are here, and you could have," explained the Manager.

He went on to explain that she could also have seen one of the in-hotel shows for which the hotel is famous. "We have the best entertainers from New York , Los Angeles , and Las Vegas performing here," the Manager said.

"But I didn't go to any of those shows," she said.

Well, we have them, and you could have," the Manager replied.

No matter what amenity the Manager mentioned, she replied, "But I didn't use it!"

The Manager was unmoved, so she decided to pay, wrote a check and gave it to the Manager.

The Manager was surprised when he looked at the check. " But madam, this check is only made out for $50.00." '

'That's correct. I charged you $200.00 for sleeping with me," she replied.

"But I didn't!" exclaims the very surprised Manager.

"Well, too bad, I was here, and you could have."

Don't mess with Senior Citizens

Mga Katbaloganon, we need your vote for Joseph Margate son of Joseph and Corie of San Francisco (kasi Katbaloganon)

Submitted by Narding

Greetings Team Liberty!

It is with great pleasure that we announce Chef Joseph Margate of The Liberty Hotel's CLINK. has been nominated to compete for the title of The People's Best New Chef 2011 by Food & Wine Magazine (New England Division).

Voting will take place February 15, 2011 - March 1, 2011 Click here to vote...

Tips for Handling Telemarketers

Submitted by Charles Bowen

Three Little Words That Work!!

(1)The three little words are: 'Hold On, Please...'

Saying this, while putting down your phone and walking off (instead of hanging-up immediately) would make each telemarketing call so much more time-consuming that boiler room sales would grind to a halt.

Then when you eventually hear the phone company's 'beep-beep-beep' tone, you know it's time to go back and hang up your handset, which has efficiently completed its task.

These three little words will help eliminate telephone soliciting..

(2) Do you ever get those annoying phone calls with no one on the other end?

This is a telemarketing technique where a machine makes phone calls and records the time of day when a person answers the phone.

This technique is used to determine the best time of day for a 'real' sales person to call back and get someone at home.

What you can do after answering, if you notice there is no one there, is to immediately start hitting your # button on the phone, 6 or 7 times as quickly as possible. This confuses the machine that dialed the call, and it kicks your number out of their system. Gosh, what a shame not to have your name in their system any longer!!!

(3) Junk Mail Help:

When you get 'ads' enclosed with your phone or utility bill, return these 'ads' with your payment. Let the sending companies throw their own junk mail away.

When you get those 'pre-approved' letters in the mail for everything from credit cards to 2nd mortgages and similar type junk, do not throw away the return envelope.

Most of these come with postage-paid return envelopes, right? It costs them more than the regular 44 cents postage, 'IF' and when they receive them back.

It costs them nothing if you throw them away! The postage was around 50 cents before the last increase and it is according to the weight. In that case, why not get rid of some of your other junk mail and put it in these cool little, postage-paid return envelopes.

One of Andy Rooney 's (60 minutes) ideas.

Send an ad for your local chimney cleaner to American Express. Send a pizza coupon to Citibank. If you didn't get anything else that day, then just send them their blank application back! If you want to remain anonymous, just make sure your name isn't on anything you send them.

You can even send the envelope back empty if you want to just to keep them guessing! It still costs them 44 cents.

The banks and credit card companies are currently getting a lot of their own junk back in the mail, but folks, we need to OVERWHELM them. Let's let them know what it's like to get lots of junk mail, and best of all they're paying for it...Twice!

Let's help keep our postal service busy since they are saying that e-mail is cutting into their business profits, and that's why they need to increase postage costs again. You get the idea!

If enough people follow these tips, it will work ---- I have been doing this for years, and I get very little junk mail anymore.

Koreans singing Bayan Kong Pilipinas

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BEST TRUE LAWYER STORY OF THE YEAR, DECADE, AND POSSIBLY THE CENTURY

Submitted by Rading

This took place in Charlotte, North Carolina . A lawyer purchased a box of very rare and expensive cigars, then insured them against, among other things, fire.

Within a month, having smoked his entire stockpile of these great cigars, the lawyer filed a claim against the insurance company.

In his claim, the lawyer stated the cigars were lost 'in a series of small fires.' The insurance company refused to pay, citing the obvious reason, that the man had consumed the cigars in the normal fashion.

The lawyer sued - and WON! (Stay with me.)

Delivering the ruling, the judge agreed with the insurance company that the claim was frivolous. The judge stated nevertheless, that the lawyer held a policy from the company, in which it had warranted that the cigars were insurable and also guaranteed that it would insure them against fire, without defining what is considered to be unacceptable 'fire' and was obligated to pay the claim.

Rather than endure lengthy and costly appeal process, the insurance company accepted the ruling and paid $15,000 to the lawyer for his loss of the cigars that perished in the 'fires'.

NOW FOR THE BEST PART...

After the lawyer cashed the check, the insurance company had him arrested on 24 counts of ARSON!!! With his own insurance claim and testimony from the previous case being used against him, the lawyer was convicted of intentionally burning his insured property and was sentenced to 24 months in jail and a $24,000 fine.

This true story won First Place in last year's Criminal Lawyers Award contest.

ONLY IN AMERICA .....NO WONDER THE REST OF THE WORLD THINKS WE'RE NUTS!

Katbaloganon USA 2011 Dulong

Clich here...

Isko

Submitted by Rading Domingo

Isko" is a Filipino nick name for Francisco.

A boy named Isko was very 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 !! Even I got the last ten questions wrong myself!"

Comments made in the year 1955!

Submitted by Ted

That's only 56 years ago!/

'I'll
tell you one thing, if things keep going the way they are, it's going to be impossible to buy a week's groceries for $10.00.

'Have
you seen the new cars coming out next year? It won't be long before $1, 000.00 will only buy a used one.

'If
cigarettes keep going up in price, I'm going to quit. 20 cents a pack is ridiculous.

'Did
you hear the post office is thinking about charging 7 cents just to mail a letter

'If
they raise the minimum wage to $1.00, nobody will be able to hire outside help at the store.

'When
I first started driving, who would have thought gas would someday cost 25 cents a gallon. Guess we'd be better off leaving the car in the garage.

'I'm
afraid to send my kids to the movies any more Ever since they let Clark Gable get by with saying DAMN in GONE WITH THE WIND, it seems every new movie has either HELL or DAMN in it.

'I
read the other day where some scientist thinks it's possible to put a man on the moon by the end of the century. They even have some fellows they call astronauts preparing for it down in Texas

.

'Did
you see where some baseball player just signed a contract for $50,000 a year just to play ball? It wouldn't surprise me if someday they'll be making more than the President.

'I
never thought I'd see the day all our kitchen appliances would be electric. They are even making electric typewriters now.

'It's
too bad things are so tough nowadays. I see where a few married women are having to work to make ends meet.

'It
won't be long before young couples are going to have to hire someone to watch their kids so they can both work.

'I'm
afraid the Volkswagen car is going to open the door to a whole lot of foreign business.

'Thank
goodness I won't live to see the day when the Government takes half our income in taxes. I sometimes wonder if we are electing the best people to government..

'The
drive-in restaurant is convenient in nice weather, but I seriously doubt they will ever catch on.

'There
is no sense going on short trips anymore for a weekend, it costs nearly $2.00 a night to stay in a hotel.

'No
one can afford to be sick anymore, at $15.00 a day in the hospital, it's too rich for my blood.'

'If
they think I'll pay 30 cents for a hair cut, forget it.'

Catfish for dinner? enjoy

Submitted by Rading Doming
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Spika da Inglesh...

Submitted by Rading Domingo

A bus stops and 2 Italian men get on.
They sit down and engage in an animated conversation.
The lady sitting next to them ignores them at first, but her attention is galvanized when she hears one of them say the following:

"Emma come first. Den I come.
Den two asses come together.
I come once-a-more.
Two asses, they come together again.
I come again and pee twice.
Den I come one lasta time."

"You foul-mouthed sex obsessed swine," retorted the lady indignantly. "In this country..........we don't speak aloud in public places about our Sex lives.........."

"Hey, coola down lady," said the man.
"Who talkin' about sex?
I'm a justa tellin' my frienda how to spella 'Mississippi'."

I BET YOU GONNA READ THIS AGAIN!!!!!!!!!

FIND THE MAN IN THE COFFEE BEANS:

Submitted by Ted

This is bizarre - after you find the guy - it's so obvious.

Once you find him - it's embarrassing, and you think, 'Why didn't I see him immediately?'

Doctors have concluded that if you find the man in the coffee beans in 3 seconds, the right half of your brain is better developed than most people. If you find the man between 3 seconds and 1 minute, the right half of the brain is developed normally. If you find the man between 1 minute and 3 minutes, then the right half of your brain is functioning slowly and you need to eat more protein. If you have not found the man after 3 minutes, the advice is to look for more of this type of exercise to make that part of the brain stronger!!!

And, yes, the man is really there!!

After you find the man in the beans describe it at Mga Polong.

Dr. Oz and other specialists talk on EATING FRUIT

Submitted by Rading Domingo

This is informative!

We all think eating fruit means just buying fruit, cutting it up and popping it into our mouths. It's not that easy. It's important to know how and when to eat fruit.

What is the correct way to eat fruit?

IT MEANS NOT EATING FRUIT AFTER A MEAL! FRUIT SHOULD BE EATEN ON AN EMPTY STOMACH.

Eating fruit like that plays a major role in detoxifying your system, supplying you with a great deal of energy for weight loss and other life activities.

FRUIT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT FOOD.

Let's say you eat two slices of bread, then a slice of fruit. The slice of fruit is ready to go straight through the stomach into the intestines, but it's prevented from doing so.

In the meantime, the whole meal rots and ferments, and turns to acid. The minute the fruit comes into contact with the food in the stomach, and digestive juices, the entire mass of food begins to spoil.

Eat your fruit on an empty stomach, or before your meal! You've heard people complain: Every time I eat watermelon I burp, when I eat durian my stomach bloats, when I eat a banana I feel like running to the toilet, etc. This will not happen if you eat the fruit on an empty stomach. Fruit mixes with the putrefying other food and produces gas. Hence, you bloat!

There's no such thing as some fruits, like orange and lemon are acidic, because all fruit becomes alkaline in our body, according to Dr. Herbert Shelton who did research on this matter. If you have mastered the correct way of eating fruit, you have the Secret of Beauty, Longevity, Health, Energy, Happiness and normal weight.

When you need to drink fruit juice drink only fresh fruit juice, NOT the concentrated juice from the cans. Don't drink juice that has been heated. Don't eat cooked fruit; you don't get the nutrients at all. You get only the taste. Cooking destroys all of the vitamins.

Eating a whole fruit is better than drinking the juice. If you should drink the juice, drink it mouthful by mouthful slowly, because you must let it mix with your saliva before swallowing it. You can go on a 3-day fruit-fast to cleanse your body. Eat fruit and drink fruit juice for just 3 days, and you will be surprised when your friends say how radiant you look!

KIWI: Tiny but mighty, and a good source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin E and fiber. Its vitamin C content is twice that of an orange!

AN APPLE a day keeps the doctor away? Although an apple has a low vitamin C content, it has antioxidants and flavonoids which enhances the activity of vitamin C, thereby helping to lower the risk of colon cancer, heart attack and stroke.

STRAWBERRY: Protective Fruit. Strawberries have the highest total antioxidant power among major fruits and protect the body from cancer-causing, blood vessel-clogging free radicals.

EATING 2 - 4 ORANGES a day may help keep colds away, lower cholesterol, prevent and dissolve kidney stones, and reduce the risk of colon cancer.

WATERMELON: Coolest thirst quencher. Composed of 92% water, it is also packed with a giant dose of glutathione, which helps boost our immune system. Also a key source of lycopene, the cancer-fighting oxidant. Also found in watermelon: Vitamin C and Potassiu m.

GUAVA & PAPAYA: Top awards for vitamin C. They are the clear winners for their high vitamin C content. Guava is also rich in fiber, which helps prevent constipation. Papaya is rich in carotene, good for your eyes.

Drinking Cold water after a meal = Cancer!

Can you believe thi s? For those who like to drink cold water, this applies to you. It's nice to have a cold drink after a meal, however, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you've just consumed, which slows digestion. Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine. Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal.

A serious note about heart attacks.

HEART ATTACK PROCEDURE

Women should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting. Be aware of intense pain in the jaw. You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack. Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms. Sixty percent of people who have a heart attack while they're asleep do not wake up. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Be careful, and be aware. The more we know, the better our chance to survive.

Happiness is Voyage.......

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"Enjoy life to the fullest and share with what you have, for someday you will be gone and never to return but will be remembered because you cared."
by GBS Clich here...

BEST PRACTICAL JOKE: The Mirror Prank...

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Clich here...

HOW TO DETECT A TWO WAY MIRROR

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Do the simple test at home so you know. Try it with a 'regular' mirror,
and you can easily see what the gap means.

This is a must read!!

Do you know how to determine if a mirror is 2-way or not? This is not to
scare you, but to make you aware.

A policewoman who travels all over the US and gives seminars and techniques
for business women passed this on. When we visit toilets, bathrooms, hotel
rooms, changing rooms, etc., how many of you know for sure that the
seemingly ordinary mirror hanging on the wall is a real mirror, or actually
a 2-way mirror? (i.e., they can see you, but you can't see them).

There have been many cases of people installing 2-way mirrors in female
changing rooms. It is very difficult to positively identify the surface by
just looking at it. So, how do we determine with any amount of certainty
what type of mirror we are looking at?

Just conduct this simple test: Place the tip of your fingernail against the
reflective surface and if there IS a GAP between your fingernail and the
image of the nail, then it is a GENUINE mirror.

However, if your fingernail DIRECTLY TOUCHES the image of your nail, then
BEWARE, BECAUSE IT IS a 2-WAY MIRROR!

So remember, every time you see a mirror, do the "fingernail test." It
doesn't cost you anything, it is simple to do, and it might save you from
getting visually raped! "Remember: "No Space, Leave the Place!"

This is a really good thing to do. The reason there is a gap on a real mirror, is because the silver is on the back of the mirror UNDER the glass. As a two-way mirror, the silver is on the surface.

Through The Eyes Of A Filipino .....

by Hazelyne M. Elgar

Submitted by Ted

Listen to me!

You might think we are a poor nation, but when I look around me I do not see just poverty. Instead, I see farmers, back bent from sun up till sun down nurturing the land. I hear fisherfolks heaving, as they gamble with their lives amidst angry winds and rough water just to nourish their families. I feel the weary legs of children from far-flung barrios, as they cross rivers and mountains and walk for miles, just to get to school because they still dream. I see determination in the eyes of street children playing tag with cars flying past on a ruthless highway in order to augment their parent's meager earnings. In the face of destitution, the Filipinos are steadfast.

That is courage.

You rebuke us for the graft and corruption plaguing our government, but when my eyes skim the front pages of broadsheets, I do not see hopelessness. Instead, I am inspired by stories about pushcart classes and strangers swimming in deep murky flood waters to save nameless individuals. I immerse myself in news about how my countrymen unceasingly believe in the spirit of unity. I revel because millions of Filipinos still voted for change. At times when we are at the receiving end of the world’s censure, I choose to see the noble intentions of fallible men to help. In tumultuous situations, when the urge to hold others culpable is difficult to resist,I hear a leader embracing the liability just like a leader should. In the face of adversity, the Filipinos are united.

That is courage.

You chastise millions of my countrymen for leaving our motherland to seek greener pastures.

Answer me this:
Have you ever listened to how they whimper at night because they long for home? When Filipinas, forced to work away from their dear ones, shed silent tears as they lull to sleep infants not their own I begin to understand what unconditional love is. You lure away our engineers, artists and teachers with a promise of a good life. The loving hands of our nurses tend the health of your people. Do no dare ask why we need to fill the void in your labor force!

The Overseas Filipino worker is intelligent, ingenious, hard working and resilient. I see that, and in my eyes they are heroes. In the face of obligation, the Filipinos are self-sacrificing.

That is courage.

You are at liberty to express your opinion about my country, but you can never take away my pride, for I belong to a people united in faith and love. I am Filipino, and no matter where I go I will always be one. I do not doubt that the time for change will one day come for the Philippines. Our flag, cast in the sun’s glorious light, will be waving high. My countrymen’s sacrifices will not be in vain. We will face the future with courage. As one, we will reach out to the world and the world will embrace us.

Believe me, because I will take the lead.

Oppening A Bottle of Champagne for the Holidays...

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Clich here...

Good Tips For Winter Driving

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Helpful Hints For Winter

Keep your headlights clear with car wax! Just wipe ordinary car wax on your headlights. It contains special water repellents that will prevent that messy mixture from accumulating on your lights - lasts 6 weeks.

Squeak-proof your wipers with rubbing alcohol! Wipe the wipers with a cloth saturated with rubbing alcohol or ammonia. This one trick can make badly streaking & squeaking wipers change to near perfect silence & clarity.

Ice-proof your windows with vinegar! Frost on it's way? Just fill a spray bottle with three parts vinegar to one part water & spritz it on all your windows at night. In the morning, they'll be clear of icy mess. Vinegar contains acetic acid, which raises the melting point of water---preventing water from freezing!

Prevent car doors from freezing shut with cooking spray! Spritz cooking oil on the rubber seals around car doors & rub it in with a paper towel. The cooking spray prevents water from melting into the rubber

Fog-proof your windshield with shaving cream! Spray some shaving cream on the inside of your windshield & wipe if off with paper towels. Shaving cream has many of the same ingredients found in commercial defoggers.

De-ice your lock in seconds with hand sanitizer! Just put some hand sanitizer gel on the key & the lock & the problems solved!

The Wisdom of Warren Buffett

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Clich here...

THE PARADOX of Our TIMES

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SOME HOLY and UNHOLY HUMOUR

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Subject: DOCTOR'S ADVICE.........

A man asks his doctor, "Can I have sex with my pregnant wife?

The doctor replies, "Yes, the first 3 months will be just like normal, the next three months you should do it like a dog, and the last three months you should do it like tiger."

The man replies, "Tiger?"

The doctor explains,

"Like Tiger Woods. Sleep with other women!

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HOLY HUMOR

**A father was approached by his small son who told him proudly, "I know what the Bible means!"

"Okay," said his father. "What does the Bible mean?"

"That's easy, Daddy..." the young boy replied excitedly," It stands

for 'Basic Information Before Leaving Earth.'

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There was a very gracious lady who was mailing an old family Bible to her brother in another part of the country.

"Is there anything breakable in here?" asked the postal clerk.

"Only the Ten Commandments." answered the lady.

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There is the story of a pastor who got up one Sunday and announced to his congregation: "I have good news and bad news.

The good news is, we have enough money to pay for our new building program. The bad news is, it's still out there in your pockets."

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While driving in Pennsylvania , a family caught up to an Amish carriage. The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humor, because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed

sign... "Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass. Caution:

Do not step in exhaust."

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A Sunday School teacher began her lesson with a question, "Boys and girls, what do we know about God?"

A hand shot up in the air. "He is an artist!" said the kindergarten boy.

"Really? How do you know?" the teacher asked.

"You know - Our Father, who does ART in Heaven... "

UNBELIEVABLE MAGIC ON An EGG, a LEMON and an ORANGE...

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This is one of those "How Did He Do It ?" thing.
Clich here...

FLASH MOB' in PAMPLONA, SPAIN

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The 'Singing Flash Mob' is spreading all over the world. This one in Pamplona, Spain. Click here...