Roses blackspot, you can control it!

If your roses at home have some blackspot which is consider as fungus disease that appears as round, then do not be disappointed because you can still save your roses but you have to follow the following tips. How?

• Avoid watering the foliage and be sure to water only the lower part of the plants. Rose needs at least 4 - 6 hours of sunlight and be sure it has enough. Planting it to some shady area is not healthy and susceptible to some diseases.
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• Remove as soon as possible all the infected leaves and pick-up all those leaves that had been fallen. It is not a good idea to let those leaves dried up and just leave it because the disease can be transmitted by other healthy rose through watering. Do not decompose those leaves to make organic fertilizer, throw or burn it.
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• Use a solution of baking soda (1 tsp baking soda plus 1 liter water) to be sprayed early in the morning to some affected leaves. Cornmeal can help also to prevent the blackspot disease by spreading it near the plant base. A solution of Epsom salt can help also by spraying it at least twice a week until you see some improvement.
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• If you enjoy drinking brewed coffee then do not just throw the used powder, you can add some water and just pour it to the affected leaves. After several days you can see some changes.
  
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be a humble person!

Nowadays, it is really hard to find a humble person but somehow we could learn to be one and it should be our attitude. How?

• Be modest. Do not think that you are a better person than others specially to your spouse.
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• Do not try to shame other feelings and avoid negative comments just to criticize someone.
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• Do not let your pride to rule your personality. Accept some mistakes and be ready to some suggestions that will change your character positively.
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• Get some wisdom from our dear Lord through reading the Bible.
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• Surrender your life to Him, your heartache, your sufferings, your negative thoughts that hinders your capability to be humble.
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• Learn to apply the word 'LOVE one another' and not just say it.
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• Admit mistakes and avoid doing it again. Try to acknowledge your fault.
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• Be simple.
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• Do not think of yourself only. Selfishness is the brother of being prideful. Think less of yourself.

Lowliness is the base of every virtue and he who goes the lowest builds the safest. - Philip James Bailey

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do you know that!

I am just so inspired and have so much time to research about a little of something. I hope it could remind my readers and give importance to it. Do you know that...? (picture courtesy of flickr)

• Green tea has a healing power. It can protect us against heart disease and cancer as well.
  
• A beer at least once or twice a week can prevent the bacterium Helicobacter pylori that cause ulcers.
• Serving sauerkraut in your meal could lessen the production of cancer cell in your body because of its processing which is fermentation.
• Drinking at least 8 glass of water a day can reduce your risk to have bladder cancer.
• A woman who has so many sexual partners can have a high risk to acquire cervical cancer.
• If you always dry-clean your clothes then you might have kidney or liver damage because of the chemical that has been used called perchloroethylene.
  
• Eating garlic can increase libido and could treat sexual impotence.
• Lettuce has a lot of iron that can cure Anaemia.
• Solving puzzle is the best treatment for some Alzheimer's patient.
• A carrot juice is good for allergies treatment.
• Onion has so much expectorant properties that can cure bronchitis.
• Constipation can be cured by eating papaya at breakfast.

Doing the right thing at the right time means a lot to our body! Be healthy and stay healthy!

Walk, Move and Help Alzheimer's!

Everything that is happening in our lives has something to do with God's plan. Even if it is sickness or disease that you are experiencing at the moment could be one of your trials in life. He might give it to you because He has some purpose. But there are some people or even some association that could help you. If you have found out that one of your family, friend or even spouse have Alzheimer, then be thankful that there is Alzheimer's Memory Walk. The association is one of the US site that is raising awareness and funds to be able to take care and support all our brother and sister who are suffering from Alzheimer. How? Participate in one of the US largest event which is 'walk and move the whole world for you to support Alzheimer patient'. This is one way also to have fun, meet new friends and at the same time, support with a great cause. How to join? 1) Be a captain and start your own team. Select a walk near you and register online . 2) Recruit family, friends and colleagues to join your team and ask for donations.

Do not waste your time,be part to end Alzheimer's, walk and have fun!

you shout! do you care?

I just read that shouting is healthy specially for a women. Do you know that women who have the ability to be silent all the time even there are some problems at home could experience 4 times the risk of dying compared with women who voice out their feelings. It was found out that the stress hormone levels of those women who keep their problem inside their heart rather than letting it out or shout it out could be the most affected part of their body. However, men who has no control of their temper has a greater risk of having a stroke. So, to all men at home, like me ha ha ha, control your temper! The moral lesson is 'be constructive in expressing your feelings'. How? Click here. (picture courtesy of Flickr)

Be Advance! Get IT certification from Cisco!

Ever been dreaming to have a career in IT that is really advance and discover the amazing future of technology? If yes then try to sign up at Cisco. Be one of the IT professionals and be able to connect your knowledge to the whole world and get the Cisco certification. It has so much to offer aside from the fact that they provide a certification in different field such as IP networking, design, routing and switching, security, voice, wireless, service provider. If you are a specialist then you could learn so much also from CISCO and get some advancement not only in routing and switching but also in data center, foundation for channel partners, unified communications, security and wireless LAN.

To be able to gain more knowledge and be one of the best IT in the whole world, they designed a learning center that is so unique because they have virtual library for extended technology and business information. The site is not just all about learning but meeting and be connected to the other IT professional and get some views, news update and important event that will enhance your career.

And to be able to reach my dream career in IT, I am fascinated to learn about Network Security. Why? It is the most challenging part of IT because of the fact that there are so much hackers and viruses that could affect the network of some enterprise or even some service provider. It is like protecting your kids future. If you are dreaming BIG in computer technology then do not be late! Try Cisco!

About Life

Some people think that life is not as pleasurable as it should be. It can be as rough as a stone and so tough that even himself/herself does not know the real reason behind. How come some life is so low or even so dirty? How come? If it is really hard then live it to the fullest. Just try and every thing will be fine. It could be sometimes really hard as if you are through hell but do not stop your life because your mom would not stop reaching you as her loving son or daughter. (picture courtesy of Flickr)

If you really had a bad LIFE, just try to go through, do not STOP it coz there is another life waiting for you.

Tongue can hurt someone!

Did you ever experience to be bitten by some ants and it really hurt you so much. The worsts part is sometimes it will cause a severe pain and the stings can cause itching for several day and can potentially become infected. How come such a small ants could cause so much pain? That is also the same to our 'small words at home' sometimes it can cause pain to our family specially to our kids. What are those? (Picture courtesy of Flickr)

• Shut up!
• Shit!
• Stupid!
• Out!
  
• Fool!
• Idiot!
• Silly!

And then you can see some tears because it really hurt. Hurt that could ruin your relationship with them. It is just a 'small words' but could cause so much pain.

• A careless word may kindle strife,
• A cruel word may wreck a life,
• A timely word may lessen stress,
• A loving word may heal and bless. - Anon
  

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The New DB25 Female Connector for EASY CONNECTIVITY!!!

One of the great thing about the new technology is the advancement of every thing and L-com is not late about being always on the top to promote a new era of connectivity. If you are still using a printer that requires to have a female connector then try the new DB25 connector. It is the DGB25FT that is so unique and easy to connect because the terminal block has been designed with set screws that provides a perfect source of electrical connections and could be done without any use of special tools. Is that brilliant idea?! ?YES! Not only that! If you are having a field termination of any DB25 cable then the best idea is to try this new product because connections are provided for all 25 positions of the connector plus the ground. And to make it really foolproof, all the terminal block has been clearly marked! So what are you waiting for!? Be updated and have all the press release!

AQUARIUM as stress prevention! (#3)

This is the vital part of having an aquarium. I guess you had time to read the part 1 & part 2 before concentrating about the third part which is CLEANING. The challenge for me is this part because it will really detect your ability to have an aquarium. Cleaning is the hardest and the most fulfilling part coz it will help you to develop more patience and be able to work-out your stress problem. Having a hobby aquarium needs at least 60 to 90 minutes of your time to clean every single part of it. (**photo courtesy of Flickr)

What are the things needed to clean?

• old toothbrush
• pail
• dipper
• roll paper
• old newspaper
  

Steps on how to clean your aquarium:

• Use an old newspaper to cover the floor to avoid dirt while cleaning.
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• Unplug everything that give electricity to avoid accident.
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• Uncover the aquarium.

• Get the empty clean pail, be sure it is really clean, wash thoroughly to avoid death of fish. Start reducing the water inside the aquarium using the dipper. Stop when it is halfway.

• Remove all the things inside excluding the stone or sand and fishes.

• Clean the inside part of the glass using old toothbrush and wipe it with roll paper.
  

• Reduce again the water until it is only 2 inches above the stone or sand. Check the lowest side of the glass if it is really clean. Use again the tooth brush to get rid of all the dirt.
  

• Get at least half of the sand(only sand or stone) and quickly wash it(just plain water!) until it shows to be really clear and clean.
  

• Return all the stone or sand, be careful not to hurt your fish.

• Pour water until the original height has been reached.

• Add again your liquid solution that will make the water suitable for the fish.

• Go back to all the gadgets including decor, plastic plants etc. Clean it thoroughly. Give importance to your filter machine. It should be really clean!

• Place all the gadgets, decor including the filter and heater in its proper place.

• Clean the cover of the aquarium using the roll paper again. Place it to its proper position.

• Plug all the electric parts of the aquarium like lights, heater and filter.
  

Easy!? Definitely not! But do not worry, it is a matter of experience and patience. Once you love it and admit to yourself that it is a part of your life then everything will be EASY!

Do not use any liquid solution in cleaning. JUST PLAIN WATER!!!

Our wives are not Devil! It's the Dirt!

I have to admit the fact that I am the MAN at home. Whatever my wife says like 'take care the kids, cook something, feed the dog, throw the garbage, clean the garage and cut the lawn' must be done with so much respect and love(he he he). The only thing that I could not follow is cleaning the dirt inside our home specially the dust at the bottom of each bedroom. How come she is always asking help whenever she saw a lot of dust at each side of furniture? How come she is calling my name whenever there are things to be moved for her to get rid all the dust at the back of the couch? How come?! And I asked her one time and she was even smiling a little and got a replied ' coz I have been telling you to buy a cordless vacuum cleaner'. And I answered back ' coz it is sooooooooo expensive and we could not afford to buy one'. And she smiled 'who told you about that hon, do you know that there is a new Dirt Devil ?'. And I replied 'so!'. 'It is the only vacuum cleaner that is cordless and very affordable for our budget!' my wife's replied while smiling at me.

I just smiled and after few days, tried and having a good time. I found out that the Dirt Devil vacuum cleaner has a better way of saving energy also. Would you believe that the AccuCharge Stick Vac and Hand Vac used only 70% less energy compare to other brand! Wow! That could be a lot of savings! To top it all, it has special AccuCharge Circuity that really monitors the unit until the charge voltage is reached and that is the reason why it save power consumption coz it reduces power to a trickle charge in order to complete and maintain it. Because of its unique and advanced systems, the Dirt Devil AccuCharge is the first cordless vacuums to be approved by Energy Star .

So, in case you are also the MAN at home and having a hard time cleaning all the dust then do not just sit, order now!

ways to have wonderful vacation

Everyone needs vacation and it could be somehow expensive. To enjoy the kids vacation and have a wonderful one then try to prepare the following tips:

• Budget - at least Euro 50 per month in a certain account. Be sure not to withdraw any amount in case there will be some emergency needs. Always follow the rule of self-discipline and try to cut some extra curricular activities that would need a few bucks like watching movie, dining out or even buying things which are not your basic needs.
• Plan - a certain vacation that will be reasonable and enjoyable for everyone. Prioritize kids suggestions. Do not forget to ask their ideas about the future vacation. Be sure that the kids will enjoy and do not be selfish as a parents.
• Look - for someone to take care your home, garden and even small details like taking care your dog if you have one. One reason why some families could not have at least 2 weeks vacation is the problem of who and how the home will be taken care.
• Compare - the prize of a certain vacation that has been planned. Do not book unless you had been comparing other prizes from several agencies. Sometimes there is a chance to get a lesser prize on a group tour. Encourage your friends to join if there will be a promo about group tour to get special discount.
• Safety - of each family member has to be considered also. Do not go to some places that could be dangerous to your kids health. Do not visit a certain place that could be zero knowledge to you and to your wife also. Avoid places that needs a lot of vaccination because it will add also to your budget. Never consider a low prize vacation but in mind there are some doubts of unsafeness.

Enjoying family vacation does not mean to be expensive. Being with each other and having a great time could be fun also!

Love to Blog & Earn?! Try PayPerPost!

If someone is really interested to blog and earn at the same time then do not forget to try the PayPerPost. Being serious as a blogger means considering also the opportunity to be a member immediately and sign as soon as possible. Friends, relatives and also some posties introduced me to this site and quite amaze because of its significance to all bloggers and advertisers. Bloggers will definitely learn some helpful tips on how to create quality posting. Advertisers will prosper in their own field by having so much drive traffic. It give the chance to all new bloggers and could earn more compare to other site. If you are a working father like me, looking for some extra income and having also a blog that could be proud of , then do not forget to visit the site and try to evaluate it. Earning is not just purely 8 hours work in your office or giving all your strength outside your home. It could also be done through blogging and being a member of PayPerPost. I thought before, it is just a waste of time to blog something out of experience from my spouse and kids. But it is not, until I realize that it could help some people in dealing their family. Meeting friends, reading comments, ideas and to top it all being fulfilled for what you had write about, are the reasons why I have to blog also. And of course EARNING and having financial support that could be used as extra savings to be able to help my family in terms of their personal needs. Given a chance to have more opportunities in PayPerPost will definitely a major plan for me. The earnings will be spent also in some Christian communities that will help to evangelize other people who have small belief and faith about Christianity.

One thing that I admire about the site is the clarity of individual history from post taken, approved, rejected and earnings as well. And the site could be proud of because they invite bloggers to share something for CHARITY which is a great idea to reach out some of our needy people. Those are the point why I am having a great time to blog and earn as well, not only for myself but also for some soul that needs help.

some reasons why your wife is furious!

Did you ever ask yourself, how come your wife is so silent but hiding the angriness inside herself or sometimes shouting her mad feeling? Don't be so blind of some small things that will hurt your wife's feelings. What are those? And how to avoid it?

• Negative Criticism - before expressing it, understand first what you are talking about. Be specific and give some valid examples. Avoid to use the word 'never' or 'always' because it will only encourage argument. Do not criticize your wife around unpleasant environment like in front of your children, with friends or with parents-in-law. Be positive when criticizing like 'Hey honey that is a new recipe right? Wow, next time reduce the salt ok.' Never say 'Hey honey, you can not really cook!It is always salty.!'
  

• Acting like a KING - means you are the BOSS at home and really does not care about the ideas of other person not even your wife. Marriage is all about partnership, it is not a good principle in mind that man has more say at home than a woman. It is not a question of who is earning more but who has a better solution to some problems at home. Always think that a KING should respect a QUEEN and threat her like a precious gold and not just a servant.
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• Help - and not just sit at home. Who is cooking at home? Who is cleaning? Who is responsible for kids assignment? And lot of WHO? If most of the answer is 'my wife' then I want to say 'WAKE-UP' because you are not a good husband!
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• Budget - your finances at home. Do not buy something that is not really needed. Prioritize first you family's need before your own desires. Do not forget to ask your wife if you like something because she might have other financial goals.
  
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• Sex stupid- means lack of knowledge in giving full satisfaction or orgasm. Do not be selfish in bed. Always think that it is like your first night or your honeymoon and do not say negative comment that will ruin the intimacy. Try to be open and ask your wife what she likes and dislikes in bed. Do not force your wife to do something that will make her uncomfortable in bed!
  
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• DO NOT FORGET TO SAY 'I LOVE YOU' AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK!
  

will you cry if?

- your kid has nothing to eat





- your kid is sick



- your kid can not go to school



- your kid has to work as a beggar




- your kid HATES you




It is not too late, express your LOVE to your kid!
(**photo courtesy of Flickr)

What is the best fertilizer for your lawn?

If human body needs some vitamins just to be healthy all the time, then the same logic also to your lawn and garden, it is important to have fertilizer. If you are a good observer and not just a typical buyer then do not just look for a cheaper fertilizer, try to use an ORGANIC FERTILIZER. Why? because using an inorganic fertilizer will only cause rapid growth and disease prone. Aside from the fact that it kill the micro-organism which are useful for the lawn, it can cause burning of roots and destroy soil structure. Why organic fertilizer?

• It improves the life of the soil and maintain the healthy balance growth.

• No toxicity and burn of the grass.

• Micro-organism is important to your lawn and organic fertilizer stimulate it that release lot of nutrients.

• High of nitrogen, phosphorus and potash which are vital for all lawn.

• Increase the water holding capacity of the soil.

• Soil allows more air to get to the grass roots because organic fertilizer increases the bacterial and fungal activity.

• Less pollution which is important for our KIDS FUTURE!

Affiliate and Earn with LINKWORTH!

I just start blogging this year coz my sisters inspired me so much about their blogging style. Actually, what gave me an inspiration is the idea of sharing some experiences with my kids, wife and as a Dad also. And believe it or not, blogging is also a sort of additional income or you could earn a big amount if you do it with love and style. One of the site that give importance to all the bloggers and advertisers is the LINKWORTH. The site has a unique way of giving their rewards to all the affiliates for Advertiser and Partner referrals.

AQUARIUM as stress prevention! (#2)

Having an idea already on how to start and to prepare the materials needed to have a hobby aquarium, then the next step will be buying the right fish for it. How & What?
(**photo courtesy of Flickr)

How?

Before buying the right fish, it is important to stabilize first the water. Be sure to buy a liquid solution that will make the water suitable for fish. You have to switch ON the filter that give oxygen and absorbed the dirt for at least two weeks. Then you are ready now for...

What?

Because you are a starting to enjoy an aquarium, then it is my tip not to buy an expensive fish. I will recommend a goldfish, for those who really have no time to clean regularly or change the water weekly. Goldfish is usually called coldwater fish because it can be placed in an unheated aquarium. Changing every week at least 1/4 of the water is not really needed when you have a goldfish. I have been enjoying my aquarium for almost 8 years and tried different fish but goldfish is not so sensitive comparing to other one and you do not have to clean the aquarium for maximum of 2 months.

Enjoy preparing your fish, next time I will share some tips on how to properly clean it and some materials needed in cleaning.

One kid is not enough!

Do you have one kid at home? Thinking of having another kid? Is it really important to have at least two kids at home? Definitely YES! Find out why. (**picture courtesy of Flickr)

• Mature more quickly - home has a lot of chores and responsibilities which means each kid should contribute to the family welfares. J & M have their own tasks to do something at home. J is responsible mostly in setting the table before eating and M is the one placing properly all the small things from the dishwasher like spoon, fork, etc. Each of them is accountable to a certain task that leads to self-knowledge and confidence.

• Givers not takers - if your kids have responsibility of their own, then not doing a certain task will be not good for other brother or sister. So the root of moral development will be developed. Kids will think of 'others' and selfishness can be avoided.

• Intellectual stimulation - having more kids means lot of conversation and playful interaction. That will strengthens the kids judgment.

• Laughter - even trials come, a big family is a place of happiness and fun. Everything seems livelier and sharing is really heartfelt. If you are from a big family then you can remember the fun that you had together. J & M will not sleep until one of us will shout 'Tulog na kayo!!!' (Please sleep!!!) There is no end of laughing and 'biruan'!
  

• Learn to be fair - every kid has his/her own differences, truly they will learn to share and have the ability to forgive and forget easily because kids can witness the moral standard with other brother or sister.

• Self-reliance - it is really true that having a big family would need extra effort to have financial satisfaction and valuable time for the kids. In most cases, children will learn the difference between 'Wants & Needs'. They will try to earn something for what they want. If it is a basic need, then they will appreciate the true value of money. Through this character, they will have the chance to develop the moral value of virtues and patience.

• Bonding - the older kid will play sometimes to a younger one. This will form a bond of love and affection with them. The younger kid will learn and receive love from older one, not only to their parents. I personally witness how J took care his 5 year old brother. He can give a nice bath to M, prepare breakfast and even cook something for them. Truly there is a bonding between them.

No matter what trials come to your children, they will not be alone confronting the burden and joy of life.

Car Accident?! Get Free Diminished Value Estimate!

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How important is vaccine to our kids?

If your kids have different vitamins as supplement to their body then being a Dad, it is also our responsibility to remind our wife the important vaccine that our kids need in order to have a healthy and safety life. Do you have any idea if your kid has no vaccine at all? Then try to find out what are those and how important it is. I did some research and the following vaccine are really vital to our kids health. (**photo courtesy of Flickr)

Hepatitis B virus (HBV)

• Importance : To avoid long time problem such liver disease or cancer of the liver.
• When : Immediately after birth (1st shot), 1 to 4 months (2nd ), 6 to 8 months (3rd)

Hepatitis A virus (HAV)

• Importance : To avoid community wide epidemics and it can cause fever, nausea, vomiting and jaundice.
• When : 12 to 2 years old(1st shot), six months later (2nd shot)

MCV4

• Importance : It is a meningitis vaccine that protects against meningococcal disease. It is a serious bacterial infection.
• When : 11 to 15 years old

Pneumococcal Vaccine (PCV)

• Importance : Against the leading cause of serious infections including pneumonia, blood infections and bacterial meningitis.
  
• When : 2 months(1st shot), 4 months(2nd), 6 months(3rd), 12 to 15 months (last shot)

Varicella (Chickenpox)

• Importance : The vaccine protects against chickenpox, a very contagious childhood viral illness.
• When : 12 to 15 months(1st), 4 to 6 years old(booster)

Hib (Haemophilus Influenza)

• Importance : It is a protection against meningitis, pneumonia, pericarditis(infection of the membrane covering the heart), infections of the blood, bones and joints caused by the bacteria.
• When : 2 months, 4 months & 6 months, 12 to 15 months (booster)

MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)

• Importance : The vaccine protects against measles, mumps and rubella (German measles)
• When :12 to 15 months, 4 to 6 years
  

DTaP

• Importance : To prevent diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis.
• When : 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15 to 18 months and 4 to 6 years

IPV (inactivated poliovirus vaccine)

• Importance : It prevent permanent paralysis called polio. It is a viral infection.
• When : 2 months, 4 months, 6 to 8 months, 4 to 6 years

Influenza(flu vaccine)

• Importance : To prevent viral infection that is highly contagious and could affect the respiratory tract.
• When : once a year specially when a kid has a chronic medical conditions

One way to show our love to our kids is by protecting them to any diseases and keeping healthy. Avoid delay, do it now!

Educational Field Trips! Why is it important to students?

Every thing is so expensive and if you have already children going to school then being a parent, you should know how to budget wisely. One time J informed us that he is going to have a school field trip.


J: Dad can I join the school field tripthis year?
My wife: Actually Daddy, I saw the last year video of the kids who had field trip during the PTA meeting. Nice and good for J.
Me: Ok, how much is the budget?!
J: Mom can you show the letter?(shy, afraid, smiling)
My wife: Here.(smiling)
Me:What!!!!!!??? €460 !!!!(I can not breath ha ha ha)
My wife: It is not expensive coz it is a 1 week field trip all inclusive like hotel fee, travel fee, food blah blah blah.
Me: Do you know that my first school field trip cost only 100 pesos(€2)! And we did not have hotel but only ride in a bus without any air-conditioned! (hmmmp)
My wife: Here we are again! The same old story!(smiling)
Me: Ok fine! Where is the field trip J?
J: Salzburg
Me: What? Wow!
Me: My first was in Luneta!



Is it really important to have school field trips even parents have difficulty budgeting all the expenses at home? Definitely YES! Why?
(**picture courtesy of Flickr)

• Effective way to learn the basic scientific principles and providing the students to do geology(field science).
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• One way to enhance the cognitive skills, the ability to observe & inquiry skills, developed self-confidence and improvement of students attitude.
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• It turn out to increase the creativity of a student.
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• The students ask questions about nature and then the whole group will create methods for answering those questions and evaluate the answers which is good for communications with others.
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• To teach the students to be organized, responsible and motivate good behavior.

Educational field trip is really expensive but who knows it might have a positive result to our kids!

the meaning of a KISS

I can not remember who is my first kiss at the age of 5 years old. One time while trying to put my shoes beside my youngest son, I was informed of something about his little love story.
(**picture courtesy of Flickr)

M: Dad, do you know ahmmmm, I have a girlfriend already!?(smiling)
Me: Ohhhh, really? (pretending not so serious)
M: Ya!
Me: Ohhhh, what is her name?!(smiling)
J: Kasandra! (really shouted the name)
M: Kuya!!!Let me tell the story!
Me: Ok, how can you tell that she is your girlfriend? Did you court her?
M: No
Me: Then how can you say that she is your girlfriend?
M: One time I gave a toy to her and...
Me: And then what?
M: She said thank you, then kissed me!
Me: Ok and then?
M: She is my girlfriend coz she kissed me.
Me: Where is she now?
M:She is in Grade One now.
Me: What?! You told me that you have a girlfriend and how could you have a girlfriend if she is already grade one.(M is in kindergarden at the moment)
M: I know she will wait....and I will have same school like her.
Me: Ha ha ha ha.

Next time I will ask M when will he marry the girl?(ha ha ha)

The essence of being a MOM

One of the best bonding that I can say at home is watching a nice video. Last time, we had the chance to see a drama-comedy film that focus on family ties and the importance of adoption. I thought that the film is just an ordinary one until I realized that every one (B, J, & M) including myself, cried in some scene of the film. How come it really touched our heart including a 5 year old kid? (** picture courtesy of Flickr)

1. Witnessing some kids sleeping in the street.

2. Watching the struggle of a mother to her 7 kids (6 adopted).

3. Trials that ruined the relationship of the whole family such as business bankruptcy, jealousy of the real daughter, death of the grandmother and the painful one is the abandonment of the father to his family because of some financial legalities.

4. Separation of almost the whole family except the eldest daughter to their mom because of personal conflict.

5. Humbleness of the mother to say SORRY just to bring back all her 5 daughter & 1 son.

6. The ending which really astounded us is the unity of the whole family realizing that their mom is the most important person in the world.


The best part of the film is the mother's strength that has been shown through PRAYERS and lighting a candle everytime that a family member leave her.

AQUARIUM as stress prevention!

If you think that you can not avoid stress in your life and tried every possible solution like medication, massage, etc. Then try also to have a personal AQUARIUM at home. Some people put it at the living room as an additional decor but my wife and myself decided to place it in our bedroom and the result is really positive. Having more or less 8 hours work daily and doing some household jobs, hmmmm, it could be really a tough day and to mention that we have kids also, it is really not a question to relax and meditate sometimes or even before going to bed. But you have to ask first yourself if you can take care an aquarium? It is not like an electronic machine that you just switch on/off every time that you want. (**photo courtesy of Flickr)

I will focus today on what are the materials that you need. If you are a first timer and really zero knowledge on how to start it then buy first a 'hobby aquarium set'. It is a 60 liter aquarium with filter machine and automatic heater included. For your decor, you have to buy some sand, plastic ornaments, dry wood or big stone and some aquarium figures like castle or mermaid or anything that will attract your taste. Buying the complete set of hobby aquarium plus some cheap decor will need a budget of more or less Euro 70.

How to handle your PATIENCE?

Are you a Dad that really can not wait or hate delays or easily frustrated for something that is sometimes unreasonable to be impatient? Then you are not alone (he he he). I don't know if it is really hereditary or someone acquire it from the environment. What I only know is being impatient is not a good example to our kids, friends and also to HIM. If it is also your struggle then I have some tips that might help or even lessen the difficulty.
(**picture courtesy of Flickr )

1. Avoid STRESS - do not accomplish a certain task or act too much as if it will be the end of the world. Prioritize the things to be done at home. You are not a robot that could do everything or anything. If you can see some problems at home like something to be repaired or the lawn has to be cut or cook some food for the kids then do not be stressed. Prioritizing some task at home is the only solution to avoid it.
   
2. Weigh the PROS and CONS - try to asses the situation first. You must have the ability to see the big PICTURE. Ask yourself WHY first. Do not blurt out first because the consequences might be negative. Pause and think for what you want to say, to avoid hurting or offending someone.
   
3. Be COMPASSIONATE - learn to take responsibility for other feeling and well-being. If you have compassionate heart then you have the ability to help those people who are in pain.
   
4. Learn the PROCESS - doing something at home is a process. Sometimes it needs much time to accomplish. Do not have this attitude of 'rush rush rush'. It will only ruin your nice day with your kids and wife. Slow down!
   
5. WAIT - it is about having FAITH, be patient and believing in your goals. Let go of the disbelief and doubt in achieving your goal.
   

HE will support and always there to help achieve the things you desire.
BE PATIENT!

Self-confidence for kids

'I can't play basketball coz I am not too tall for the sport'. 'I can't dance coz nobody teach me how to since I was born'. I can't join the drama play in our school coz I am afraid people might laugh when I deliver my part'. 'I can't..I can't...and please Mom, Dad do not tell me to do it coz I can't!'

It really hurt sometimes if we as a parents hear those words from our kids. Right?! Being a parents, somehow we have the vital part in developing the self-confidence of our kids. How?

• Give them the opportunities to do things at early age.
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• Make your kids feel good about themselves by saying nice words and full of encouragement.
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• Your kids must learn to trust their own abilities.
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• Teach your kids on how to overcome barriers and obstacles and to be positive again after doing some mistakes or failures. And learn from that failure.
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• Parents should have good self-confidence also. If you don't have also a self-confidence then it is like 'Blind leading the blind'.
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• Remember that you are you and your child is your child. He or she has separate life with a unique set of challenges.

And do not forget

Gentle correction is also important to develop the self-confidence of our kids.

Earning and meeting friends in Socialpark!

Blogging is really an amazing world! Not only you get so much information, ideas and opportunities to be informed in different level of our lives but you could also earn an income that could be million worth. Do you like to earn while having fun doing your blog then try SocialSpark. The site is not just a connection of bloggers and advertisers but also a kind of website that is really alive because you have the chance to get some points, ideas, techniques and style to improve your blog from other members. Socialspark is the only site that has the following code of ethics of blogging and advertising that differs from other site.

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Each sponsored post opportunity within the SocialSpark marketplace provides the blogger a small snippet of code for a Disclosure Badge. The Disclosure Badge must be placed at the end of each post without exception. This badge protects both you and the advertiser, providing an audit-able disclosure trail that exceeds compliance standards based on FTC and WOMMA guidelines.

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Being a blogger or advertiser, it is your responsibility to follow the Code of Ethics of SocialSpark.

How to care your ROSE?

'I will have a lot of rose in our garden, it should be different colors' my wife said 2 years ago when we decided to buy a house with a big garden. It is easy to say but how could you maintain a healthy rose for the rest of the summer specially if it has 'white dust or powdery mildew' all over including the buds and the leaves. I have tried every liquid chemical solution in the market but only one natural mix can help our rose. Just prepare 1 cup of normal milk and 8 cups of water. Mix it and use a spray to treat your roses at home. It is a better way to do it early in the morning around 6 AM. Be sure to treat not only the upper portion of the leaves but also the lower one. Do it twice a week and you will see some positive changes after a couple of months. Smile! (**Picture courtesy of Flickr)

Hint : Never plant your roses in a shadow places to avoid such disease.

The real meaning of JOY

Being a Dad and husband at the same time has been a great task that could be sometimes full of JOY! Did someone ask himself 'how come I can not feel the joy within my heart?' Is there emptiness? Then try to examine yourself because it is not yet late to be happy.

- How do you prioritize your life? Do you know what your priorities are? Is it your career first or your family above everything?

- Do you have personal satisfaction? Are you contented at the moment or still longing for something that could affect your lifestyle as Dad and partner of your wife.?

- How do you compromise yourself to your family?

- Did you ever think that the material things that you have are just temporary happiness and the true one are your kids and spouse?

- How about the burdens of your life? Did you ever cast all your burdens to HIM? (Psalm 55:22)

Being a Dad and also having a 'great career' in life is not really easy. But we could have the JOY in life if we give importance to our FAMILY.

Let us go to church tonight!

I still remember J's face(really happy) when he had his first Vans shoes last time. That was saturday afternoon when we had shopping and he was wearing a brown fatigue and light brown shirt that day. He had chosen dark brown shoes and to his surprise it looks super cool to what he had worn that day.

J : Dad, can I use my new Vans now. (after paying it)
Me : (just look so amaze and can not believe what J said)
J : Please Dad, look at me, I am wearing something brown today and it is really cool to use it today.
Me : Do you know that when somebody has a new one like shoes, shirt, pants then it should be worn for the first time to attend a mass.
J : Why? Why should it be going to church first?(smiling but somehow impatient he he he)
Me : Coz He will bless first your new shoes. (ha ha ha ha)
J : Ok, fine! Let us go to church tonight? (Saturday???ha ha ha)
My wife : Can we attend a Saturday mass tonight?
J : Yehey! I can use my shoes tonight! (Grab his shoes at the back of the car and immediately put it!!! ha ha ha)

I just smile and can not believe it!

Who is SELFISH?

If parents have extra sense when there are some problems with their kids then beware, your kids could also sense some bad character of a person. Would you believe that a 5 year old kid could analyze a certain problem and you will be surprised to some comment.

J : Dad, where are we going this weekend?
Me : Ahmm...your mom like to shop something in Parndorf (designer outlet in Austria).
J : Wow!!! Can I join? I like to have new shoes! Vans please!
M : Me too please!
My wife : Ok, but you have to sleep early on Friday night coz we will be leaving early.

(To make the story short, we had a great time looking for nice shoes for the two kids. After paying the shoes, I decided to bring first all of it to our car. At the parking lot , I saw a great scene, Mercedes Benz vs. Audi)

Wife of Audi owner : (Running and immediately stand at one slot of the parking lot) No! No! I saw it first. It is occupied already.
Owner of MB : Are you crazy?! Your car was parked already at the opposite side. (a matter of minutes)

(I really saw the Audi parked at the opposite side but not really the best park space for the long car)

Wife of Audi owner : No! No! (really maintaining her cool posture he he he)
Owner of MB : You are really crazy. I will not drive away here(even blocking other car waiting) and let us see how long you are going to stay there standing?
Owner of Audi : (rushing, going to his wife at the opposite side) No! No! I will park my car here.
Owner of MB : Then you will stand there until the whole day!

(Until I saw some people who really hate the scene and giving so much headache for other park finder. I decided to go back to my family and told them why it took me so long to go back)

Me : I saw some great scene at the parking lot blah blah blah(told the whole story)
M (youngest son) : I think Dad, the Audi is selfish! Let us have lunch! I am hungry now!

We laughed and had a great time during our lunch.

It only shows that a kid can sense a bad character. Do not be selfish coz it will not be a good example for our kids. Smile!

Do not close your door!

Afraid of something? Thinking that what you had before will be the same future for your kids? What if your past is not the ideal one? Will you allow it to happen also to your kids? Definitely not! But how come you always have the doubt within your heart. Ever been asking God why?

God never again opens the doors that have been closed. He opens other doors,but he remind us that there are doors which we have shut - doors which had no need to be shut.

Dad out there, never be afraid when God brings back your past. Let your bad memories have its way with you.

Winning a Lotto!!!

Euro 10,000,000!!!! What will you do when you win that amount of money!!??

My wife : I did play lottery today! (smiling)
Me : Owww?!!! How much is the jackpot?
My Wife : 10 million (talking of euro here)
Me : Ok (he he he pretending not interested)
M(youngest son) : Ahmmm mom, is 10 million a lot?!
J (eldest son) : Yap and I dont like that we win Mom! (seriously speaking)
My wife : Are you serious J?!
J : Yes coz I am afraid of something.
My wife : Afraid of what?
J : Ahmmm, having a lot of money, we might not see each other. I am sure we will have a big house. It is better to have a small house mom rather than not seeing each other.

Do you really need a big house? A small house can be your home also with full of love and everything!

Do you think it is a JOKE!?

One time a friend of mine sent an e-mail and it really made my day. I just like to share and hope you will enjoy and have a little fun out of it.

Scene 1

Wife : Sweetheart can you fix the lighting outside in our garage?
Husband : Hellooooooo....am I electrician?
Wife : Ok...then can you fix the leaking faucet?
Husband : Hellooooooo....am I a plumber?

(The husband just left away and after several hours, to his surprise everything has been repaired. He asked his wife who came to help. )

Wife : Ahmmm.....I 've been crying a while ago and someone saw me.I told him that a lot of things has to be repaired at home. So he offered to help in exchange of either sex or I will bake a cake.
Husband : So. You bake a cake for him?
Wife : Helloooooooooo......Do you think I am a baker!?

Scene 2

Husband came from the church , suddenly lifted his wife and carried her.
Wife : Why???? Did the priest told you to be romantic like this????
Husband : No!!! He told me to carry my cross!

Scene 3

Wife : I am warning you!!! My husband is coming in just 1 hour!!!
Handsome Visitor : Well, I am not doing anything bad.
Wife : That is the point!!! If you plan to do something, do it now!!!!

Scene 4

Wife : Miracle, you are so early today!
Husband : I just follow what my Boss said. 'GO TO HELL'. I am here now!

Thinking what sport is good for your kid?

As a father, are you sometimes bothered about the sports that is appropriate to your kid or the worse, you are asking how come your kid does not like any sports? Do not worry because there are sports that he could like. If not, there are other ways to stay active and have fun. How?

Understand the Nature of the Sport

One of the reason why kids do not like a certain sport is because they do not know or understand how to play it or they have not had much practice doing it. The nature of some sports are complicated and deals with a lot of equipment. So do not feel down when your kid does not know the difference between a corner kick and a goal kick in soccer. It is normal learning several years about a favorite sport and practicing how to do it well. If you really want your kid to learn about a certain sport, then introduce your kids to a camp or programs dealing in it. The best way of learning than just joining a team without explaining first. Never skip an intramural programs or gym class because it could be also a way of trying a new sports with other kids. Another way of learning a sport is to watch videos or DVD or read books that explain every details of the sport.

Choose the Right Sport

Most of the kids try soccer, tennis or basketball. Some kids are strong and graceful. Others are aiming for great thing. Every sports require different skills. So kids will try every sports until one suits. How about karate or volleyball or gymnastics? They are great for staying active. However, not all kids like team sports and it is better for them to try individual sports. Individual sports means a kid does the sport alone competitively or just for fun. What are those?

- swimming
- wrestling
- golf
- ice skating
- diving
- gymnastic
- running
- bowling
- skate-boarding
- in line skating
- biking
- martial arts
- tennis

Playing sports is a great form of exercise and keeping our kids always healthy.

Tips for Adjusting to a New School( my own experience)

J had difficulty accepting his new school last year. But it was just for a couple of months, here are my tips:

Accompany your kid

Even if it is just a walking distance or your kid has a school bus, try sometimes to accompany your kid coz it will increase the eagerness to go to school. As a Dad, that's also a time to ask J about his assignment (coz B checked it already) or if he has some difficulty or problem. In just a matter of 5 minutes, that could relax J and smile a little while dropping him at the school.

Let him enjoy his new friend

Do not be afraid if your kid asks your permission if he can have a little time with his new friend. Trying to be over protective and thinking negatively will only make the situation of your kid bad. Do not forget to set some limitation like how long he has to stay with his new friends. One way of boosting your son's confidence is allowing him to attend a party. J has difficulty learning the german correctly coz he was from a bilingual school, one of the idea that I suggested was 'be with the best and ask help(assignment) if he needs'.

Do not set rules for high grades

Parents always dream of having genious kids, we also, but do not say something like 'If you can not have 90 % above or 1.0 then you will get a serious punishment'. As a Dad, I said it before and had only negative result. Avoid it and do not give so much burden to your kids. Just make it clear that if he has low grades, it might be difficult for him to be qualified in a certain university in case he plans to have a higher degree.

Lastly, do not forget to ask the new teacher of your kid if there are any problem, as early as possible and correct it as soon as you have encounter some.

We as parents should be there to guide and correct our kids. There is a saying 'the best teacher is always the parents'!

Addicted to beer?

How come it is Dad's or even male adult's habit to drink a bottle of beer while eating specially during dinner and sometimes while watching TV? I just found out that a bottle of beer has 145 calories, therefore drinking a bottle in a week could give you 1,015 calories. How about in a year then?

Do not ask me why you can not get rid of your fat belly!

Crazy questions while driving!!!

How come my kids are asking too much while I am driving?

Scene 1

J : Mom what is your real name and family name?
My wife : My God J, you are already 11 years old and you do not know my real name! And you are even asking my family name! What do you think is my family name?
J : What is your family name?(pang asar?!)
Me : Mababangga ako sa mga tanung mo J! (We'll get into an accident with your questions J!)

Scene 2

J : We are learning now some hero of Austria. Mom who is Jose Rizal? (di ba hero sya sa Pinas) *he is a hero from Philippines right?*
My wife : He is our national hero.
J : Eh how come he is a national hero?
My wife : Coz he did something great for our country.
J : Does he have a wife and children?
My wife : I am not sure but he had a girlfriend and her name is 'Josephine'.
J : Dad any hero that you know?
Me : I have a headache now J, baka mabangga tayo!

Scene 3

J : Dad you have a new CD.
Me : Yap (while inserting it).
J : Did you buy it?
Me : Nope, Tito Ato gave it to me(christian songs)
J : Why is he giving you a CD?
Me : Coz he likes to.
J : You did not pay something.
Me : Nope
J : (while attempting to ask something, maybe thinking)
Me : Pray na! Pray na! (pray first before driving)

If ....

1. You have skin fungal infections then Ringworm Bush is a good herbal medicine for it. If your kid has a ringworm, that can be used as a treatment also.

2. You have a high sugar (diabetec) then cook some Bitter Melon as a replacement to your insulin treatment.

3. You have cholesterol problem then Garlic is the best solution to your problem.

4. Your kid has tooth decay or gum infection, then Guava leaves can cure it as a herbal medicine.

5. You feel that the cough or asthma of your kid is getting worse everytime, then try a herbal medicine like 5-leaved chaste tree.

6. You like to relieve the body aches & pain then try the peppermint vine as analgesic which is also a herbal medicine.

7. Your kid has a cold, cough, fever & sore throat then try the Ginger Root as a remedy. It can cure also rheumatism and muscle pain.

8. You have urinary tract infections or bladder infections then try Hibiscus as another medicinal plants to cure it.

9. You like to prevent cancer or tumor then Aloe Vera can be tried. Aloe vera is also anti oxidant whichs prevent oxidation of certain fats and gene cells.

If you have time and enough space in your garden then try to plant some of those and who knows it might help some problem with your kids or all of us who like herbal medicine.

Reasons why kids quarrel!

How come my kids are so loud sometimes or fighting or shouting or worse crying?

Scene 1

M : Kuya J let us go at the basement to play Nintendo. Please.
J : (Busy watching in the living room and pretending not to be interested)
M : Kuya!!(shouting)
J : Ha?!?
M : I said ' let us play nintendo'!
J : You can play alone, right!?
M : I don't like to be alone kuya.
J : I don't like.
M : Kuya!!! (hilahin ba naman ang t-shirt) *pulled his brother's shirt*
J : (Pushed his brother)
M : (Crying)

Scene 2

J : M can you sleep in my room tonight?
M : I slept already last night with you kuya. I like tonight with mom & dad.
J : Please M (takot kasi nanood ng horror) *afraid because he watched a horror film*
M : Smiling (knowing that Kuya J is afraid)
J : Pls M!
M : (just smiling)
J: (Just went away) Pag ikaw rin hmmmmp! (When you ask me a favor, you'll see!)

Scene 3

My wife : Let us eat, M can you do the usual thing that you prepare, like putting the placemat, plates, spoon, fork, glass.
M : Ok
J : (Prepared everything hurriedly and did it just to kulit *tease* Matt)
M : I have to do it Kuya!!! Kuya!!!!
My wife : J! J! (Ikaw ha!)
J : (smiling, pang asar)

Scene 4

M : Mommy where is Kuya?
My wife : Party
M : Without kuya....boring he he he


I just discover it now, teasing is also a way of bonding between J & M.