angelic mhai

I'm Back!!

2010-09-09T21:23:00.000+08:00

WOW! I really missed blogging! It's been almost a year since my last entry. I've been very busy lately. I just took my NCLEX and fortunately, I passed! I'll forever be grateful to my family for all the support they have given me. Without them, I have no idea where would I be now. And of course, God Almighty, for being so watchful to me. He never left my side whenever I need Him. So, a BIG THANK YOU to all!!

Now, my biggest task is to find a job here or abroad.

hopeless romantic!

2009-11-18T20:36:00.008+08:00

I wish someone could sing this song for me. hahaha... This was a bit old but I just love the melody and lyrics!

UK SCAM?

2009-11-17T18:03:00.006+08:00

I just received a reply email yesterday regarding UK hiring nurses. I think I have submitted my resume through Jobsdb or Jobstreet. I was so excited because of the offers mentioned (who wouldn't?). So, I started to google search and was really amazed what I have found. I realized this is a scam and has been victimizing nurses since last month (October). I even called the number mentioned in the message and doubted already because of the way the representative answered to my queries. He said I couldn't visit their office unless I have paid their training fee. No doubt, this is a SCAM! I'm just thankful I have searched first before saying goodbye to my P3,000. I almost fall for this!

So, to all my fellow nurses, BEWARE of anyone who will send you great job offers. Better think twice and try to research beforehand the credibility of a certain company/employer. Go to POEA/SEC as much as possible. I know there are so many of us who are looking for a brighter future but just don't rush into things. It will come in God's time...

Anyway, this is the exact email I received:

from United Kingdom London
to hospitalityresume@live.com
date Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 9:11 AM
subject RE: YOU ARE SELECTED!
mailed-by live.com
REMINDER: Please READ & UNDERSTAND this email message, it is advisable for you to PRINT it.

After evaluation of your resume since we placed an advertisement over the internet & newspaper, we are pleased to tell you that you are SELECTED for the position of STAFF NURSE/CAREGIVER for a tertiary hospital in LONDON.

You should attend the FIRST & LAST British English Training on November 21 & 22, 2009. (Saturday & Sunday) from 9:00am-5:00pm. WE, EMPLOYERS ARE NOW HERE IN THE PHILIPPINES.

Call us for inquiries strictly from 1:00pm-5:00pm Monday-Friday:

Landline nos.: (02) 510-72-64
Cellular No.: 0926-720-82-20

We will start accepting inquiries starting November 16, 2009 (Monday) – November 20, 2009 (Friday) strictly from 1:00pm-5:00pm only.

NO PLACEMENT FEE! NO PROCESSING FEE! NO SALARY DEDUCTION OPPORTUNITY! Airfare, NMC Registration Pack, work permit & working visa will be shouldered by the employer, the only expenses that you are going to shoulder is the medical exam fee & British English training fee because this is on a DIRECT/NAME HIRE BASIS because our company is a consultancy firm being regulated by Security & Exchange Commission (SEC), we are NOT a recruitment agency & we are not under Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA).

To better understand the process, we provide you with our application procedure:

Application Procedure:

Sending of resume thru email for Pre-qualification (done)

Once selected, you will receive an e-mail message from us telling you that you are selected for the position & we will ask you to prepare the necessary requirements listed below (done)

After we reserve a work slot for you, we will send an e-mail message requiring you to attend a 2-day British English Training which is a requirement by the employer (done)

After receiving our e-mail message, you can call us for inquiries or pay anytime the British English Training fee at our accredited payment centers (first step)

Attend the 2-day British English Training (November 21 & 22, 2009 9am-5pm), get the required certificate, orientation with the employer (November 21, 2009 9am-10am) & signing of employment contract (November 22, 2009 4pm-5pm)

After finishing the 2 day British English Training, receiving the required certificate, orientation with the employer & signing of employment contract, you can now submit the necessary requirements

While the documents are still on process you have to get an endorsement letter for medical examination (your choice of clinic/hospital as long as it is accredited by DOH, POEA & MARINA)

After we have received your documents (max. of 2 weeks after mailing the documents), we will start processing your work permit (max. of 4 weeks processing

After the approval of your work permit, we will start processing your working visa (max. of 4 weeks processing)

After the approval of your working visa, schedule for Pre- departure orientation seminar (PDOS), interview in the embassy for visa stamping & securing of pre-paid ticket advice

Deployment Date (maximum of 3 months if requirements are submitted on November 21 & 22, 2009)

British English Training fee is 3,000.00 (Philippine Peso), 100% refundable (no deductions) if not satisfied with the employment package. Refunds are process at our office after the orientation on November 21, 2009 Saturday at 10:00 A.M. Employment package will be discuss during the orientation. NO OTHER HIDDEN CHARGES.

British English Training will be conducted at our office at:

21st Century Nurse Consultancy
Human Resources Department
10th Floor, The World Centre Building
330 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue
Makati City

Only 20 applicants have been selected. We will only accept those selected applicants who paid on or before November 20, 2009 (Friday) until 12:00 P.M. and we will automatically replace those who will not comply.

REMINDER: PLEASE BRING YOUR ID DURING PAYMENT

You can pay thru RCBC Bank Nationwide, Please ask for the Cash Card Sale/Reload Slip & just follow the format below:

Please check CASH CARD RELOAD box
Date: YOUR DATE OF PAYMENT
Cash Card Number: 6019 7105 0568 9752
Cardholder’s Name: Alan Cleverly
Cash Load Amount: 3, 000.00

You can also pay thru LBC Nationwide, Please ask for the REMITTANCE FORM & just follow the format below:

Very Important Notice: Please advice the LBC Teller that your payment is thru REMITTANCE CARD

LBC
Shipper Information
Name: YOUR NAME
Address: YOUR ADDRESS
Phone No. YOUR LANDLINE OR CELLULAR NO.
Signature: YOUR SIGNATURE
Remittance Details

Pls. check REMITTANCE CARD under BRANCH PICK-UP
Amount: Three Thousand Pesos (3,000.00)
Remittance Card No.216 003 7355

Consignee Information
Name: Alan Cleverly
Address: 10th Floor, The World Centre Building
330 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue
Makati City
Phone No. (02) 510-72-64

You can also pay at any:
Villarica Pawnshop
Tambunting Pawnshop
SM Department Store Customer Service/Payment Center (except SM Makati Branch)
Please ask for the G-CASH SERVICE FORM & follow the format below:

Date: DATE OF YOUR PAYMENT
Sender’s Information
Name: YOUR NAME
Amount: 3,000.00
Check the portion of CASH-IN
ID Type & ID Nos.: PLS. WRITE YOUR ID NO. & TYPE OF YOUR ID
Moblie No. : PLS. WRITE YOUR CELLULAR NO.
Address; PLS. WRITE YOUR ADDRESS
Reference No.: TO BE FILLED IN BY THE CASHIER

Recipient’s Information
Name: Alan Cleverly
ID Type & ID Nos. : NOT APPLICABLE
Recipients G-Cash registered GLOBE No.: 0915-610-14-64
Address: 10th Floor, The World Centre Building
330 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue
Makati City
Reference No. TO BE FILLED IN BY THE CASHIER
Subscriber’s Signature: TO BE SIGNED BY YOU

After payment, please text us the following information at 0926-720-82-20 for slot reservation:
Your Full Name:
Place of Payment:
Date of Payment:
Time of Payment:

After texting us the payment details we will text you back VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION & we will reserve your work slot

We offer FREE FOOD & ACCOMMODATION for those selected applicants coming from the province. We reimburse transportation expenses just present to us the OFFICIAL RECEIPTS/TRAVEL TICKETS of your travel expenses.

As a company policy, all payments should be made at any RCBC Bank / LBC / Villarica / Tambunting / SM Department Store. If you are from the province & there’s no RCBC Bank / LBC / Villarica / Tambunting / SM Department Store in your place, please don’t hesitate to call or text us for instructions. Please bring the proof of payment with you on the training dates so that we can accommodate you & we will replace it with an official receipt. No payments are accepted during training days & we will not entertain walk-in applicants who are not yet paid. Names of paid applicants are forwarded to the Information desk/guard on duty for them to easily identify who are allowed to enter office premises & attend the training.

Schedule of Activities on November 21 & 22, 2009 (Saturday & Sunday):

November 21, 2009 (Saturday)

Attire: Smart Casual

9:00-10:00 a.m.: ORIENTATION (you can bring your parents, nearest relative or your husband/wife)
10:00-12:00 p.m.: British English Training
12:00-1:00 p.m.: FREE Lunch
1:00-3:30 p.m.: British English Training
3:30-4:00 p.m.: FREE Snack
4:00-5:00 p.m.: British English Training

November 22, 2009 (Sunday)

Attire: Semi-Formal

9:00-12:00 p.m.: British English Training
12:00-1:00 p.m.: FREE Lunch
1:00-3:30 p.m. British English Training
3:30- 4:00 p.m.: FREE Snack
4:00-5:00 p.m.: Signing of Employment Contract

FREE Training Materials will be provided such as Original DVD copy of the training, plastic/brown envelope, pencil, eraser, ball pen

Here are the list of requirements to be submitted during training days if available on hand, TO FOLLOW IF NOT AVAILABLE to be placed on a green plastic envelope:

1. Updated Resume with or without picture
2. 4pcs. Passport size picture (white background)
3. Valid passport (if available, only needed during Embassy interview)
4. Employment Certificates (if applicable)
5. Diploma or training certificate
6. Transcript of records
7. Birth Certificate
8. NBI Clearance (if available, only needed during Embassy interview)

NOTE: NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED BECAUSE THERE IS A FREE ON THE JOB TRAINING WITH SALARY, WITH FREE ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD ALLOWANCE WITHIN THE CONTRACT PERIOD IN LONDON.

We, Employers will be leaving by Monday next week November 23, 2009.

Sincerely Yours,

Alan Cleverly
Chairman - Marketing
21st Century Nurse
81 Oxford St.
London W1D 2EU
United Kingdom

BEST BLOG AWARD

2009-11-13T22:52:00.007+08:00

WOW! My very first award in blogosphere! *lol* Thanks to Bambie/Sunshine of My Thoughts, My Heart, My Turf and Marice of Life Can't Wait

Now, the rules in accepting this award:

To accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award and his/her blog link. Pass the award to 15 other blogs that you have recently discovered and think are great! Remember to contact the bloggers you've awarded to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

So I am now passing this on to the following:

Make the Gift

Live for Life

Euphoria

Lakambini.org

More on Health

Dream Home

Meiyah's

A Mom's Life and Loves

From This Side

Lover Mushroom

A Little Boy's Blog

Meow Diaries

Bitz 'n Pieces of My Life

My Red Apron

Simple Pero Rock

happy...more than ever!

2009-11-13T08:46:00.003+08:00

Finally, I have learned how to change my background theme. It has been 4 years figuring out what this template thing in my blogspot account all about...silly me! I hope you like it. Next thing I have to learn is how to make my personalized badge. *lol*

Nostalgia

2009-11-11T09:13:00.020+08:00

Since I became a fan of Old Philippines and Karaang Sugbo in Facebook, I have always wanted to write an article about the Philippines in yesteryears...

I'm really fond of reading these kind of articles. I like to reminisce the past especially my younger years. And it seems I was already born at the same time with our grannies...Here are some of the pictures I grabbed from these pages.

Oh...the picturesque view of the Cebu Capitol Bldg! What a nice view! The street was so wide then and still no traffic. Cebu Doctors' University Hospital was not yet existent so I guess, this was way before the 70's.

My all-time favorite beverage, Coke... I could still remember these old bottles. I think there are still few of these bottles circulating now in our local stores. Additionally, the model is one of the greatest actresses in Philippine history --Gloria Romero. Her beauty is so immortal!

We used to have this kind of computer way back in 80's - 90's. And favorite was the Super Mario Bros.! *lol* My childhood revolved in this computer gadget and made those years one of the happiest moments of my life.

Fallin' For You - Colbie Caillat

2009-11-11T09:02:00.005+08:00

I love this new song from Colbie so much! Want as well post the video and lyrics here...

LYRICS:

I don’t know but
I think I maybe
Fallin’ for you
Dropping so quickly
Maybe I should
Keep this to myself
Waiting ’til I
Know you better

I am trying
Not to tell you
But I want to
I’m scared of what you’ll say
So I’m hiding what I’m feeling
But I’m tired of
Holding this inside my head

I’ve been spending all my time
Just thinking about ya
I don’t know what to do
I think I’m fallin’ for you
I’ve been waiting all my life
and now I found ya
I don’t know what to do
I think I’m fallin’ for you
I’m fallin’ for you

As I’m standing here
And you hold my hand
Pull me towards you
And we start to dance
All around us
I see nobody
Here in silence
It’s just you and me

I’m trying
Not to tell you
But I want to
I’m scared of what you’ll say
So I’m hiding what I’m feeling
But I’m tired of
Holding this inside my head

I’ve been spending all my time
Just thinking about ya
I don’t know what to do
I think I’m fallin’ for you
I’ve been waiting all my life
and now I found ya
I don’t know what to do
I think I’m fallin’ for you
I’m fallin’ for you

Oh I just can’t take it
My heart is racing
The emotions keep spinning out

I’ve been spending all my time
Just thinking about ya
I don’t know what to do
I think I’m fallin’ for you
I’ve been waiting all my life
and now I found ya
I don’t know what to do
I think I’m fallin’ for you
I’m fallin’ for you

I can’t stop thinking about it
I want you all around me
And now I just can’t hide it
I think I’m fallin’ for you (x2)

I’m fallin’ for you

Ooohhh
Oh no no
Oooooohhh
Oh I’m fallin’ for you

i'm back...

2009-02-10T18:59:00.002+08:00

It took me several months to post again here. I have been very busy with my review lately. There were so many things happened in my life last year (2008). Firstly, I resigned from my work as a staff nurse last July. Secondly, I've got a cute niece. My sister-in-law gave birth via c-section last August. She is really an angel! Oh God, I missed my niece so much. Lastly, I have passed an examination. I owed it to our God Almighty!

With You

2008-07-30T17:58:00.001+08:00

I've been listening to Chris Brown's music lately, especially this one!

With You - Chris Brown

another survey?

2008-07-30T16:26:00.016+08:00

a survey...

2008-07-22T09:37:00.017+08:00

argao

2008-07-22T06:13:00.004+08:00

Last June of this year, me and my friends went to Argao town to attend our friend's wedding. I was very excited though a little exhausted because I came from a night shift duty. After work, I immediately went home just to freshen up, then headed to the bus terminal. That day I planned to sleep on the bus but I couldn't because I enjoyed the sceneries. Additionally, I was also afraid to sleep because I didn't trust my seatmate. You know what I mean -- only in the Philippines! Anyway, this was my first time to visit this place because whenever we would go south we'd just passed through this town. I really did not get a chance to have a better view of how Argao looked like. So, last month, I did!

Argao is just a small town found somewhere south of the Cebu province and surrounded by neighboring towns of Sibonga, Dalaguete and Dumanjug.

Well, my friends and I went straight to the plaza where the municipal hall is situated (since the wedding was officiated by the Mayor!) While waiting for my friend's (the bride) turn, my other friends and I roamed around the plaza and took some pictures as a sort of remembrance.

What I really struck at was their centuries-old church, St. Michael.

I'll post some pictures soon.

my real world??

2008-07-21T17:27:00.005+08:00

July 16, 2008 --- I just couldn't forget this date. How could I? This is the first day of being unemployed. It's so pathetic! I hate the fact that I am not earning and yet, asking again allowance from my parents. It seemed I'm turning back the time - when I was still a student. Anyway, I do have several reasons why I gave up my job but I'll just keep that to myself.

Right now, I keep myself busy by learning things around this so-called, blogosphere! I enjoyed reading from other persons' blogs hoping to find interesting ideas.

Well...this will be for now! Till next time...

a weight loss study

2008-07-21T16:22:00.007+08:00

Low Carb And Mediterranean May Be Effective Alternatives To Low Fat Diets, Study

A new large scale 2 year study by an international team of scientists concluded that Mediterranean and low carbohydrate diets may be just as safe and effective as standard medically prescribed low fat diets for losing weight and if continued beyond the weight loss target, may confer long term health benefits. A particularly noteworthy feature of the study is the high proportion of participants who stuck to the diets for the whole 2 years: 85 per cent.

The study was led by researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) in Israel and is published in the 17th July issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, NEJM. Other members of the study team came from Nuclear Research Center in Dimona, Israel, Harvard University, Boston, US, The University of Leipzig, Germany and the University of Western Ontario, Canada.

The authors wrote that one of the main difficulties of assessing the safety and effectiveness of weight loss diets is that trials usually have a high drop out rate and don't last long enough.

For this 2 year trial, they intensively monitored 322 moderately obese adults of mean age 52 years, and mean BMI (body mass index) of 31 that had been randomly assigned to one of three diets: low-fat, restricted-calorie; Mediterranean, restricted-calorie; or low-carbohydrate, non-restricted-calorie. 86 per cent of the participants were men.

The trial was conducted at the Nuclear Research Center in Israel and "involved unparalleled and significant cooperation between staff, participants and their spouses", said the authors in a press statement.

The workplace cafeterias underwent a sort of "health revolution" to provide the right foods for each of the three diets and to integrate easily with clinical requirements. For example, dishes were clearly labelled using different colours for each diet, and participants and their spouses had nutritional counselling and education on how to stick to the diets not only at work but also at home.

The participants also filled in electronic questionnaires developed specifically for the study.

The results showed that:

* 95.4 per cent of the participants stuck to their diets for at least 1 year and 84.6 per cent for the whole 2 years.

* The group on the Mediterranean diet consumed the most dietary fiber and had the highest ratio of monounsaturated to saturated fat intake.

* The low carbohydrate group ate the least carbohydrates and the most fat, protein and cholesterol and had the highest proportion of members with ketones in their urine.

* The average weight loss was: 2.9 kg (6.4 lbs) in the low fat diet group; 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs) in the Mediterranean diet group; and 4.7 kg (10.4 lbs) in the low carbohydrate group.

* The average weight loss was greater among the 272 participants who kept to the diets for the whole 2 years: 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs) in the low fat, 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs) in the Mediterranean, and 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) in the low carbohydrate groups.

* The relative reduction in total cholesterol to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (the so called "good" cholesterol) ratio was 20 per cent in the low carbohydrate group and 12 per cent in the low fat group.

* Among the 36 participants with diabetes, more favourable levels in fasting plasma glucose and insulin were reached by those on the Mediterranean diet than those on the low fat diet.

* Liver function and inflammatory biomarkers improved in all three diets.

The authors concluded that:

"Mediterranean and low-carbohydrate diets may be effective alternatives to low-fat diets. The more favorable effects on lipids (with the low-carbohydrate diet) and on glycemic control (with the Mediterranean diet) suggest that personal preferences and metabolic considerations might inform individualized tailoring of dietary interventions."

Lead author Dr Iris Shai, a researcher at the S. Daniel Abraham International Center for Health and Nutrition in the Department of Epidemiology at BGU, said that the weight loss achieved by all the diets were "comparable to results from physician-prescribed weight loss medications".

Shai said that "clearly, there is not one diet that is ideal for everyone".

"We believe that this study will open clinical medicine to considering low-carb and Mediterranean diets as safe effective alternatives for patients, based on personal preference and the medical goals set for such intervention."

"Furthermore, the improvement in levels of some biomarkers continued until the 24-month point, although maximum weight loss was achieved by 6 months. This suggests that healthy diet has beneficial effects beyond weight loss," she added.

The authors acknowledged that one limitation of the study was the low percentage of women (14 per cent).

"Weight Loss with a Low-Carbohydrate, Mediterranean, or Low-Fat Diet."
Shai, Iris, Schwarzfuchs, Dan, Henkin, Yaakov, Shahar, Danit R., Witkow, Shula, Greenberg, Ilana, Golan, Rachel, Fraser, Drora, Bolotin, Arkady, Vardi, Hilel, Tangi-Rozental, Osnat, Zuk-Ramot, Rachel, Sarusi, Benjamin, Brickner, Dov, Schwartz, Ziva, Sheiner, Einat, Marko, Rachel, Katorza, Esther, Thiery, Joachim, Fiedler, Georg Martin, Bluher, Matthias, Stumvoll, Michael, Stampfer, Meir J., the Dietary Intervention Randomized Controlled Trial (DIRECT) Group.
N Engl J Med Volume 359, Number 3, pages 229-241, July 17, 2008.

Taken from:
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/115308.php

starting over again

2008-06-20T19:45:00.000+08:00

by: Natalie Cole

And, when I hold you in my arms I promise you
You're gonna feel a love that's beautiful and new
This time I'll love you even better
Than I ever did before
And you'll be in my heart forever more

We, we're just too young to know
We fell in love and let it go
So easy to say the words goodbye
So hard to let the feeling die

I know how much I need you now
The time is turning back somehow
As soon as our hearts and souls unite
I know for sure we'll get the feeling right

CHORUS
And now we're starting over again
It's not the easiest thing to do
I'm feeling inside again
"Cause everytime I look at you
I know we're starting over again
This time we'll love all the pain away
Welcome home my lover and friend
We are starting over, over again

If we niver lived alone
Then we might have never known
All of the time we spent apart
All we did was break each other's hearts

MUSIC TURNAROUND

And when I hold you in my arms I promise you
You're gonna feel a love that's beautiful and new
This time I'll love you even better
Than I ever did before
And you'll be in my heart forevermore

REPEAT CHORUS

And now we're starting over again
This time we'll chase all the rain away
Welcome home my lover and friend
We are starting over, over again
We are starting over, over again

you know you love me...xoxo...gossip girl

2008-06-12T03:41:00.003+08:00

these are the songs played on some scenes in gossip girl. got them from imeem uploaders!

mysterious deaths in the icu???

2008-05-31T16:32:00.000+08:00

here's another one to repost!

there was this case in the intensive
care unit were patients always died in
the same bed...

sunday mornings @ 11am, regardless of
their medical condition...

this puzzled doctors...

no one could solve the mystery " why
deaths happen on sundays @ 11am?"

mr. licauco & the ateneo paranormal
folks were called...

they arrived armed with special
photogenic equipments, infrared devices
& motion sensitive radar to detect any
presence...

so the next sunday morning, few minutes
before 11am, doctors & nurses nervously
waited outside the ward to see what the
mystery was all about...

some were holding wooden crosses &
prayer books to ward off evil
spirits...

when the clock struck 11am...

mang jose, a part time sunday janitor,
entered the room, unplugged the life
support system & plugged in the vacuum
cleaner...

hehehe:)

highway to new zealand...

2008-05-30T16:07:00.001+08:00

Summary of steps for NURSING IN NEW ZEALAND

Steps Simplified

1. You need to take IELTS , 7.0 in all bands.
2. Apply at the Nursing Council of New Zealand (they will give you an approval letter so that you can apply for CAP )
3. Apply for the CAP in a New Zealand school ( they will give you an Offer of Place - you need this to be able to apply for a Visa.
4. Pay the school Fees.
5. Apply for a Visitors Visa
6. Go to New Zealand and finish the CAP.
7. Apply for a nursing license at NCNZ
8. Apply for a job and secure a job offer
9. Apply for a work permit
10. Start working!

for more information, visit -----> http://www.nurse2nz.blogspot.com

guys, i find this site very informative though i have not applied yet. just a piece of advice, there's no need to seek help from any agency. you can do it by yourselves! just BE PATIENT!!

new 7 wonders of nature!!

2008-05-30T12:43:00.002+08:00

please vote our very own Tubbataha Reef, Chocolate Hills, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, and Mayon Volcano to be the new 7 wonders of nature.

here's the link:

http://www.new7wonders.com/nature/en/liveranking/

your votes mean a lot!

the so-called PRIDE!!

2008-05-29T10:06:00.002+08:00

saw this post in my frienster's bulletin. just want to share this one here in my blog.

PRIDE
when you have it...
you always don't want to be the first to do the step to be with someone...
you always try to hide your feelings...
you don't want others to know that you're hurt...
you're afraid of letting someone know he's/she's special...
you're afraid of losing someone but also afraid to show it...
you're afraid to love someone whom you think can't love you back...
you're so aware of what others think that you can't do what you want...
you're not happy...
and in the end, you lose everything without even trying to have it...
AGREE?!

my nursing history...

2008-05-26T14:03:00.008+08:00

before 2002

Being a nurse is quite tiring but much more fulfilling. Honestly, I did not see myself being a nurse at first. This was not my dream anyway! When I was still a kiddo, I really pictured myself as a doctor (at least, nursing is still related to medicine!) or an accountant. That was why, i took up first, medical technology course. However, I realized my first course was not for me and nursing is making a boom at that time! Almost everyone have said that I shifted course because I failed my first one. In my defense, I did not honestly. In fact, my grades were fair enough! However, I could not blame them.

after 2002

Eventually, I transferred another school. Slowly did I notice that I have finished my nursing course and realized that nursing is the only course that I can reach my American dream. Right after I passed the board exam, another dilemma came up which was appalling. I was torn between finding a local job and taking foreign exams. I envied my classmates and friends who were already employed and earning their own money, so I decided to look for an employer locally instead. Apparently not until I realized that my classmates were slowly quitting their jobs to take their exams and there were some who went abroad already, it was too late for me because i could not give up my job. I found it useless if I quit after a year working because I would not be able to get an employment certificate. So, I decided to finish my commitment here where I worked in before i will take different exams. I can not risk the money that will be spent for the exams while still working. I can not guarantee to my parents that I will pass the exams.

2008

After waiting another year, it's time for me to move on. Right now, I have already tendered my resignation to the office but this makes me so sad. I'm gonna leaving my workmates and will surely miss them!

american idol '08 - - - -> david cook

2008-05-24T08:26:00.004+08:00

see...david cook won!

earning through online sources...

2008-05-22T08:21:00.004+08:00

Lately, I have been wondering how can I earn additional income. Well basically, the money earned from my present job is not enough. Thanks to ISTORYA! I saw one who posted something about this. At first, I was very skeptical in joining these people but I realized that I should give it a try. There's nothing to lose, anyway!

Here's the link:
Google Adsense
Bux.to
Homepages Friends

Right now, I'm still on my way in reaching the minimum payout. Who knows, in no time, I will be able to receive my first payment!

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2008-05-17T08:33:00.006+08:00

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love starts w/ ...

2008-04-10T20:00:00.004+08:00

One Hello
Randy Crawford

If you're not afraid
Of what love brings
Then endings are beginnings
Of beautiful things
Its a chance you'll take
It's a chance you'll win
If someone's gonna find you
First you gotta let them in

Coz love begins with one hello
The hardest part is over
Now its easy letting go
One hello is how it starts
You might win it all or lose your heart

If you're not afraid
Of what you feel
Then try and keep it simple
Or try and keep it real
And if being real means
Means you'll some day will say goodbye
Remember my friend
Goodbyes not the end
Its a circle you know
And it starts with one hello

Love begins with one hello
The hardest part is over
Now it's easy letting go
One hello is how it starts
Remember my friend
Goodbyes not the end
Its a circle you know
And it starts with one hello
It starts with one hello

clumsy...when i do fall in love really!!!

2008-03-29T10:57:00.001+08:00

Clumsy - Fergie Music Video from YOUTUBE

Fergie Lyrics Clumsy [LyricsYouLove]

Can't help it
The girl can't help it [repeat 3x]

First time
That I saw your eyes
Boy you looked right through me, mmmhmm
Play it cool
But I knew you knew
That cupid hit me, mmm mmm

You got me trippin, stumbling, flippin, fumblin'
Clumsy cuz I'm fallin in love
You got me slippin, tumbling, sinking, crumblin'
Clumsy cuz I'm fallin in love
So in love with you

Can't help it
The girl can't help it [repeat 3x]

Can't breath
When you touch my sleeve
Butterflies so crazy, mmm mmm
Whoa now, think I'm goin down
Friends don't know whats with me, mmm mmm

You got me trippin, stumbling, flippin, fumblin'
Clumsy cuz I'm fallin in love
You got me slippin, tumbling, sinking, crumblin'
Clumsy cuz I'm fallin in love
So in love with you

Can't help it
The girl can't help it [repeat 3x]

You know, this isn't the first time this has happened to me
This love sick thing
I like serious relationships and a
A girl like me dont stay single for long
Cuz everytime my boyfriend and I break up
My world is crushed and I'm all alone
The love bug crawls right back up and bites me and I'm back

Can't help it
The girl can't help it [repeat 3x]

You got me trippin, stumbling, flippin, fumblin'
Clumsy cuz I'm fallin in love
You got me slippin, tumbling, sinking, crumblin'
Clumsy cuz I'm fallin in love
So in love with you

So in love with you
So in love with you

earth hour!

2008-03-29T01:08:00.002+08:00

let's support earth hour later today by turning out our lights (or all electrical devices) for an hour starting from 8pm-9pm. here's a little history:

On 31 March 2007, 2.2 million people and 2100 Sydney businesses turned off their lights for one hour - Earth Hour. If the greenhouse reduction achieved in the Sydney CBD during Earth Hour was sustained for a year, it would be equivalent to taking 48,616 cars off the road for a year.

With Sydney icons like the Harbour Bridge and Opera House turning their lights off, and unique events such as weddings by candlelight, the world took notice. Inspired by the collective effort of millions of Sydneysiders, many major global cities are joining Earth Hour in 2008, turning a symbolic event into a global movement.

www.earthhour.org

last song syndrome? all i need...

2008-03-27T12:02:00.000+08:00

kinda like this song right now after I saw my bf's gf! neither i am a fan of marimar nor kamandag but i love the story of that movie! i'll just post the lyrics...

ALL I NEED (live)
Side A

Kissing you is not what I had planned 
And now I'm not so sure just where I stand 
I wasn't looking for true love 
But now you're looking at me 
You're the only one I can think of 
You're the only one I see 

CHORUS: 
All I need 
Is just a little more time 
To be sure of what I feel 
Is it all in my mind 
Cause it seems so hard to believe 
That you're all I need 

Yes it's true we've all been hurt before 
But it doesn't seem to matter anymore 
It may be a chance we're taking 
But it always comes to this 
If this isn't love we're makin' 
Then I don't know what it is 

All I need 
Is just a little more time 
To be sure of what I feel 
Is it all in my mind 
Cause it seems so hard to believe 

CHORUS 

No stars are out tonight 
But we're shining our own light 
And it's never felt so right 
Cause girl the way I'm feeling 
It's easy to believe 
That you're all I need 

Ahhhh 
You're all I need 
Oooooh ahhhhs here

niadtong bata pa ka...

2008-03-22T16:37:00.001+08:00

1. *kumakain ka ba ng aratilis?

2. *nagpipitpit ng gumamela para gawing soapy
bubbles na hihipanmo sa binilog na tanggkay ng walis
tingting?

3. *pinipilit ka ba matulog ng nanay mo pag hapon at
di ka papayagan maglaro pag di ka natulog?

4. *marunong ka magpatintero, saksak puso,
langit-lupa, teleber-teleber, luksong tinik?

5. *malupit ka pag meron kang atari, family computer
or nes?

6. *alam mo ang silbi ng up, up, down, down, left,
right, left, right, a, b, a, b, start?

7. *may mga damit ka na U.S.E.D., Boy London,
Cross Colors, Esprit, Blowing Bubbles at pag
nakakakita ka ng Bench na damit eh naalala mo si Richard
Gomez?

8. *addict ka sa rainbow brite, carebears, my little
pony, thundercats, bioman, voltes v, mazinger z,
daimos, he-man at marami pang cartoons na hindi pa
translated sa tagalog?

9. *nanonood ka ng shaider kasi nabobosohan mo si
annie at type na type mo ang puting panty nya?

10. *marunong ka mag wordstar at nakahawak ka na
talaga ng 5.25 na floppy disk?

11. *inaabangan mo lagi ang batibot at akala mo
magkakatuluyan si kuya bodgie at ate sienna...
nung high school ka inaabangan mo lagi beverly
hills 90210, Melrose PLace at Baywatch?

12. *gumagamit ka ng AQUANET para pataasin ang
bangs mo o kaya michaels?

13. *meron kang blouse na may padding kung babae
ka at meron kang sapatos na mighty kid kung lalake
ka?

14. *nangongolekta ka ng paper stationaries at mahilig
ka magpapirma sa slumbook mo para lang
malaman mo kung sino ang crush ng type mo?

15. *kilala mo si manang bola at ang sitsiritsit
girls? e si luning-ning at luging-ging?

16. *alam mo ibig sabihin ng Time Space Warp at di mo
makakalimutan ang Time Space Warp chant?

17. *idol mo si McGyver at nanonood kang Perfect
Strangers?

18 *eto malupet... six digits lang ba ang phone
number nyo dati?!

19. *nakakatawag ka pa sa pay phone ng 3
bentesingko lang ang dala?

20. *cute pa si aiza seguerra sa eat bulaga at alam mo
ang song na "eh kasi bata"?!

21. *inabutan mo ang Magnolia Chocolait na
nasa glass bottle pa na ginagawang lalagyan ng tubig
ng nanay mo sa ref?

22. *meron kang pencil case na maraming compartments
na pinagyayabang mo sa mga kaklase mo?

23. *noon mo pa hinahanap kung saan ang Goya Fun
Factory at ang Sugarland?

24. *alam mo ang kantang "gloria labandera".. lumusong
sha sa tubig ang paa ay nabasa at ang "1, 2, 3,
asawa ni marie"...?

25. *sosyal ka pag may play-doh ka at Lego... at
nag-iipon ka ng G.I. Joe action figures at iba pa
ang mukha ni barbie noon?

26. *inabutan mo pa yung singkong korteng bulaklak at
yung diyes na square?

27. *lumaki kang bobo dahil ang akala mo nangangagat
talaga ang alimango sa kantang tong-tong-tong...
diba naninipit yun?

28. *alam mo yung kwento ng pari na binigyan ng pera
yung batang umakyat ng puno para bumili ng
panty... and shempre, alam mo rin ba kung ano
binigay nya sa nanay nung umakyat ng puno
pati ang mga kwento na bida si juan at pedro...?

29. *meron kang kabisadong kanta ni andrew e na alam
mo hanggang ngayon...? aminin!!!

30. *laging lampin ang sinasapin sa likod mo pag
pinapawisan ka o kaya dyaryo or movistar magazine?

31. *bumibili ka ng tarzan, texas at bazooka bubble
gum, tira-tira, at yung kending bilog na
sinawsaw sa asukal at the famous LALA na uutuian ka ng
tindera na lasang MILO?

32. *kinukupit mo pa at nanonood ka ng mga porno tapes
ng tatay mo na nasa BETAMAX format pa... at sanay
ka tawagin ang porn as BOLD?

33. *takot ka dumating ang year 2000 dahil sabi nla
magugunaw daw ang mundo?

KUNG ALAM MO LAHAT DITO LAGPAS KA NA
NG 23 YEARS OLD...

KAPAG HALOS LAHAT ALAM MO, NASA
20-23 YEARS OLD KA NA...

WAG KA NA MAG DENY... TUMAWA KA NA LANG...

------>got this from sirenspeaks: http://www.pinoyexchange.com/forums/showthread.php?t=289078

i really enjoyed reading this article. this made me reminisce the past, way back in grade school & high school years! i just wish i could bring back the time! haaayy...reminding me again how time flew...

my all-time favorite F.R.I.E.N.D.S.!!

2008-03-22T15:33:00.000+08:00

I have not seen a tv show nowadays as great as "F.R.I.E.N.D.S."!

all about melatonin...

2008-03-22T15:26:00.000+08:00

Overview

Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain that helps regulate other hormones and maintains the body's circadian rhythm. The circadian rhythm is an internal 24-hour time-keeping system that plays a critical role in determining when we fall asleep and when we wake up. Darkness stimulates the production of melatonin while light suppresses its activity. Exposure to excessive light in the evening or too little light during the day can disrupt the body’s normal melatonin cycles. For example, jet lag, shift work, and poor vision can disrupt melatonin cycles. In addition, some experts claim that exposure to low-frequency electromagnetic fields (common in household appliances) may disrupt normal cycles and production of melatonin.

Melatonin also helps control the timing and release of female reproductive hormones. It helps determine when menstruation begins, the frequency and duration of menstrual cycles, and when menstruation ends (menopause).

Many researchers also believe that melatonin levels are related to the aging process. For example, young children have the highest levels of nighttime melatonin. Researchers believe these levels diminish as we age. In fact, the decline in melatonin may explain why many older adults have disrupted sleep patterns and tend to go to bed and wake up earlier than when they were younger. However, emerging research calls this theory into question.

In addition to its hormonal actions, melatonin has strong antioxidant effects. Preliminary evidence suggests that it may help strengthen the immune system.

If you are considering using melatonin supplements, talk to your doctor.

Uses

Insomnia

Although results are still controversial, studies suggest that melatonin supplements help induce sleep in people with disrupted circadian rhythms (such as those suffering from jet lag or poor vision or those who work the night shift) and those with low melatonin levels (such as some elderly and individuals with schizophrenia). In fact, a recent review of scientific studies found that melatonin supplements help prevent jet lag, particularly in people who cross five or more time zones.

A few studies suggest that when taken for short periods of time (days to weeks) melatonin is significantly more effective than a placebo, or “dummy pill,” in decreasing the amount of time required to fall asleep, increasing the number of sleeping hours, and boosting daytime alertness. In addition, at least one study suggests that melatonin may improve the quality of life in people who suffer from insomnia and some experts suggest that melatonin may be helpful for children with learning disabilities who suffer from insomnia.

Although research suggests that melatonin may be modestly effective for treating certain types of insomnia, few studies have investigated whether melatonin supplements are safe and effective for long term use.

Osteoporosis

Melatonin has been shown to stimulate cells called osteoblasts that promote bone growth. Since melatonin levels may be lower in some older individuals such as postmenopausal women, current studies are investigating whether decreased melatonin levels contribute to the development of osteoporosis, and whether treatment with melatonin can help prevent this condition.

Menopause

Melatonin supplements may benefit menopausal women by promoting and sustaining sleep. Peri- or postmenopausal women who use melatonin supplements to regulate sleep patterns should do so only for a short period of time since long term effects are not known.

Depression

A recent study of postmenopausal women found that melatonin alleviated both depression and anxiety. Other studies show that people who suffer from major depression or panic disorder have low levels of melatonin. Healthy individuals with mild episodic depression and patients who have Seasonal Affective Disorder, (SAD -- a mild depression that correlates with fall and winter -- periods of light-phase shortening) also have lower than normal melatonin levels. Experimental studies show that melatonin causes a surge in the chemical serotonin, which helps alleviate symptoms of depressive illness, including major and mild depression and SAD. Melatonin should be used with caution in people with depression and should be appropriately timed with light therapy and sleep-phase changes. Disruption of normal circadian rhythm by poorly timed melatonin administration may worsen depression.

Eating Disorders

Melatonin levels may play a role in the symptoms of anorexia. For example, abnormally low melatonin levels may cause depressed mood in people with this condition. However, researchers do not know whether supplementation will change the course of the disease. Some researchers speculate that low melatonin levels in people with anorexia may indicate who is likely to benefit from antidepressant medications (a treatment often used for eating disorders).

Breast Cancer

Several studies indicate that melatonin levels may be linked with breast cancer risk. For example, women with breast cancer tend to have lower levels of melatonin than those without the disease. In addition, laboratory experiments have found that low levels of melatonin stimulate the growth of certain types of breast cancer cells, while adding melatonin to these cells inhibits their growth. Preliminary laboratory and clinical evidence also suggests that melatonin may enhance the effects of some chemotherapy drugs used to treat breast cancer. In a study that included a small number of women with breast cancer, melatonin (administered 7 days before beginning chemotherapy) prevented the lowering of platelets in the blood. This is a common complication of chemotherapy, known as thrombocytopenia that can lead to bleeding.

In another study of a small group of women whose breast cancer was not improving with tamoxifen (a commonly used chemotherapy medication), adding melatonin caused tumors to modestly shrink in over 28% of the women. People with breast cancer who are considering taking melatonin supplements should consult their doctors before beginning supplementation.

Prostate Cancer

Like breast cancer, studies show that people with prostate cancer have lower melatonin levels than men without the disease. Melatonin blocks the growth of prostate cancer cells in test tube studies. In one small-scale study, melatonin (when used in combination with conventional medical treatment) improved survival rates in 9 out of 14 patients with metastatic prostate cancer. Interestingly, since meditation may cause melatonin levels to rise it appears to be a valuable addition to the treatment of prostate cancer. More research is needed before doctors can make recommendations in this area.

Cancer-related Weight Loss

Weight loss and malnutrition are concerns for people with cancer. In one study of 100 people with advanced cancer, those who received melatonin supplements were less likely to lose weight than those who did not receive the supplements.

Sarcoidosis

Some physicians use melatonin to help treat sarcoidosis (a condition where fibrous tissue develops in the lungs and other tissues). Two case reports suggest that melatonin may be helpful for those who do not improve from conventional steroid treatment.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Melatonin levels are lower in patients with rheumatoid arthritis than in healthy individuals without arthritis. However, when arthritis patients were treated with the anti-inflammatory medication indomethacin, melatonin levels returned to normal. The chemical structure of melatonin resembles indomethacin, so researchers suspect that melatonin supplements may work similarly to this medication for people with rheumatoid arthritis. However, this theory has not been tested.

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Although melatonin supplementation does not appear to improve the key behavioral symptoms of ADHD, it may be effective in managing sleep disturbances in children with this condition.

Epilepsy

Preliminary research suggests that melatonin reduces the number of seizures in certain animals and may reduce seizures in people with epilepsy. However, not all experts agree with these findings. In fact, some researchers are concerned that melatonin (1 to 5 mg per day) may actually induce seizures, particularly in children with neurologic disorders. Since this research is in the early stages, some experts suggest that doctors should administer melatonin only to a select group of people who suffer from seizures that cannot be controlled by any other type of therapy.

Sunburn

A few small studies suggest that gels, lotions, or ointments containing melatonin may protect against redness (erythema) and other skin damage when used alone or in combination with topical vitamin E prior to exposure to UV radiation from the sun.

Viral Encephalitis

Although melatonin has not been scientifically evaluated for use in treating human encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), some studies suggest that this supplement may protect animals from serious complications associated with the condition and even increase their survival rates. In one study of mice infected with Venezuelan equine virus (a type of organism that causes viral encephalitis), melatonin supplements significantly lowered the presence of virus in the blood and reduced death rates by more than 80%. More studies are needed to determine whether similar treatment may offer the same protection to people with viral encephalitis.

Heart Disease

Low blood levels of melatonin are associated with heart disease, but it is not clear whether melatonin levels are low in response to having heart disease or if low levels of melatonin cause people to develop this condition. In addition, several animal studies suggest that melatonin may protect the heart from the damaging effects of ischemia (decreased blood flow and oxygen that often leads to a heart attack). However, researchers are unclear whether melatonin supplements may help prevent or treat heart disease in people. More studies are needed before scientists can draw any conclusions.

Available Forms

Melatonin is available as tablets, capsules, cream, and lozenges that dissolve under the tongue.

How to Take It

There is currently no recommended dose for melatonin supplements. Different people will have different responses to its effects. Lower doses appear to work better in people who are especially sensitive. Higher doses may cause anxiety and irritability.

The best approach for any condition is to begin with very low doses of melatonin. Keep the dose close to the amount that our bodies normally produce (< 0.3 mg per day). You should only use the lowest amount possible to achieve the desired effect. Your doctor can help you determine the most appropriate dose for your situation, including how to increase the amount, if needed.

Pediatric

Less than 0.3 mg/day. Although studies in children suggest that doses of 1-10 mg melatonin have little to no side effects, there is not enough information to clearly say that doses greater than 0.3 mg per day are safe in children under age 15. In fact, doses between 1 to 5 mg may cause seizures in this age group.

Adult

Insomnia: 3 mg one hour before bedtime is usually effective, although doses as low as 0.1 to 0.3 mg may improve sleep for some people. If 3 mg per night is not effective after 3 days, try 5 to 6 mg one hour before bedtime. An effective dose should produce restful sleep with no daytime irritability or fatigue.
Jet lag: 0.5 to 5 mg of melatonin one hour prior to bedtime at final destination has been successful in several studies. Another approach that has been used clinically is 1 to 5 mg 1 hour before bedtime for 2 days prior to departure and for 2 to 3 days upon arrival at final destination.
Sarcoidosis: 20 mg per day for 4 to 12 months. Take melatonin to treat this specific health condition only under medical supervision. Do not take melatonin supplements long-term without consulting your doctor.
Depression: 0.125 mg twice in the late afternoon, each dose 4 hours apart (for example, 4 PM and 8 PM). People with depression tend to be particularly sensitive to the effects of melatonin -- meaning that a very low dose is generally enough to achieve the desired outcomes.

Precautions

Because of the potential for side effects and interactions with medications, people should take dietary supplements only under the supervision of a knowledgeable healthcare provider.

Some people may experience vivid dreams or nightmares when they take melatonin. Overuse or incorrect use of melatonin may disrupt circadian rhythms. Melatonin can cause drowsiness if taken during the day. If you experience morning drowsiness after taking melatonin at night take a lower dose. Additional side effects include stomach cramps, dizziness, headache, irritability, decreased libido, breast enlargement in men (called gynecomastia), and decreased sperm count.

Pregnant or nursing women should not take melatonin as it could interfere with fertility.

Some studies show that melatonin supplements actually worsened symptoms of depression. For this reason, individuals with depression should consult their doctor before using melatonin supplements.

Although many researchers believe that melatonin levels diminish with age, emerging evidence has brought this theory into question. Since findings are inconsistent, people older than 65 years of age should consult their doctor before taking melatonin supplements, so blood levels of this hormone can be monitored appropriately.

Possible Interactions

If you are currently being treated with any of the following medications, you should not use melatonin without first discussing it with your doctor.

Antidepressant Medications

In an animal study, melatonin supplements reduced the antidepressant effects of desipramine and fluoxetine. More research is needed to determine whether these effects would occur in people. In addition, fluoxetine (a member of a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or SSRIs) has led to measurable depletion of melatonin in people.

Antipsychotic Medications

A common side effect of antipsychotic medications used to treat schizophrenia is a condition called tardive dyskinesia, a movement disorder of the mouth characterized by a constant chewing motion and darting action of the tongue. In a study of 22 people with schizophrenia and tardive dyskinesia caused by antipsychotic medications, those who took melatonin supplements had significantly reduced mouth movements compared to those who did not take the supplements.

Benzodiazepines

The combination of melatonin and triazolam (a benzodiazepine medication used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders) improved sleep quality in one study. In addition, there have been a few reports suggesting that melatonin supplements may help individuals stop using long-term benzodiazepine therapy. (Benzodiazepines are highly addictive.)

Blood Pressure Medications

Melatonin may reduce the effectiveness of blood pressure medications like methoxamine and clonidine. In addition, medications in a class called calcium channel blockers (such as nifedipine, verapamil, diltiazem, amlodipine, nimodipine, felodipine, nisoldipine, and bepridil) may decrease melatonin levels.

Use of Beta-Blockers (another class of high blood pressure medications including propranolol, acebutolol, atenolol, labetolol, metoprolol, pindolol, nadolol, sotalol, and timolol) may reduce melatonin production in the body.

Blood-Thinning Medications, Anticoagulants

Melatonin may increase the risk of bleeding from anticoagulant medications such as warfarin.

Interleukin-2

In one study of 80 cancer patients, use of melatonin in conjunction with interleukin-2 led to more tumor regression and better survival rates than treatment with interleukin-2 alone.

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

NSAIDs such as ibuprofen may reduce the levels of melatonin in the blood.

Steroids and Immunosuppressant Medications

People should not take melatonin with corticosteroids or other medications used to suppress the immune system because the supplement may cause them to be ineffective.

Tamoxifen

Preliminary research suggests that the combination of tamoxifen (a chemotherapy drug) and melatonin may benefit certain patients with breast and other cancers. More research is needed to confirm these results.

Other Substances

Caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol can all diminish levels of melatonin in the body while cocaine and amphetamines may increase melatonin production.

2007-09-03T10:12:00.001+08:00

want to buy cheap goods? here's AUCTION.PH!

2007-08-28T08:01:00.000+08:00

Novena to ST. JUDE

2007-04-06T15:24:00.000+08:00

"St. Jude, glorious apostle, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the name of the person (who betrayed our Lord) has caused you to be forgotten by many, but the true Church invokes you universally as the Patron of things despaired of. Pray for me, who is so miserable; pray for me, that I may finally receive the consolations and the succour of Heaven in all my necessities, tribulations, and sufferings, particularly (ADD YOUR PERSONAL REQUEST HERE), and that I may bless God with the Elect Throughout Eternity."

"May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be Adored, Glorified, Loved & Preserved throughout the world, now & forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, please pray for me. Saint Jude, Worker of Miracles, please pray for me. Saint Jude, Helper of the Hopeless, please pray for me. Amen."

"O most holy apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, people honor and invoke you universally, as the patron of hopeless cases, of things almost despaired of. Pray for me, for I am so helpless and alone. Please help to bring me visible and speedy assistance. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations, and sufferings, particularly (state your request) and that I may praise God with you always."

"I promise, O blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you by publishing this request. Amen."

"Holy Saint Jude, Apostle and Martyr, Great in virtue and rich in miracles, Near kinsman of Jesus Christ, Faithful intercessor of all Who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depths of my heart And humbly beg to whom God has given such great power To come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition, In return I promise to make your name known And cause you to be invoked. Saint Jude pray for me and all those who invoke your aid. Amen."

SAMPLE MESSAGES OF THANKS FOR A REQUEST GRANTED
"Thank you God for answering my prayer; thank you St. Jude for interceding on my behalf. I will encourage devotion to you always."

"God, thank you for all the grace and favors which you have given me through the prayers of your Apostle, Jude Thaddeus. St. Jude, I thank you for your intercession in response to my prayers. I will always be grateful to you and will spread to devotion to you. Be with us always so we may face our problems with courage and serenity

Say 3 Our Father, 3 Hail Mary, and 3 Glory Be prayers.

What Do We Mean To Each Other

2007-04-06T15:11:00.000+08:00

by Sergio Mendez

I'd rather know if you had turned the page
If you go faster than I do
Suddenly it's not so clear just what I am to you
Am I friend, am I lover, do we still need each other

When you touch me, when you touch me baby I can tell

What do we mean to each other, am I friend, am I lover is it over now
If this is it then why bother tell me where do we take it from here
What do we mean to each other am I friend ,am I lover, is it over now
Do you love me still or do you just mean well

I can see clearly how im hurting you
Every breath gives you a way
All we go on separate roads has gone in the way.
Am I friend, am I lover, do we still need each other
When you hold me, when you hold me baby I can tell

What do we mean to each other, am I friend, am I lover is it over now
If this is it then why bother tell me where do we take it from here
What do we mean to each other am I friend ,am I lover, is it over now
Do you love me still or do you just mean well

Time became a poison looking slowly on my home
Screwing all the memories, Is it tearing us apart
When you touch me, when you touch me baby I can tell

What do we mean to each other, am I friend, am I lover is it over now
If this is it then why bother tell me where do we take it from here
What do we mean to each other am I friend ,am I lover, is it over now
Do you love me still or do you just mean well

What do we mean to each other, am I friend, am I lover is it over now
Do you love me still or do you just mean well
Do you love me still or do you just mean well

Where Are You

2007-04-06T15:10:00.000+08:00

by Natalie feat. Justin Roman

[Justin]
(I know you are out there baby...somewhere)
There is someone out there for me (I know there is somebody out there)
I know she is waiting so patiently (yeah) can you tell me her name? (Somebody tell me her name)
This life-long search is gonna drive me insane
How does she laugh? How does she cry? What's the color of her eyes?
Does she even realize I'm here?
Where is she? Where is she? Where is she? Where is this beautiful girl?
Who is she? Who is she? Who is gonna complete my world?
Where is she? Where is she? Where is this beautiful girl?
Who is she? Who is she? Who is gonna complete my world?
dadadadadada dadadada dadadadadada (where are you?)

[Natalie]
I'm staring out at the sky (I see you baby)
Praying that he will walk in my life
Where is the man of my dreams (right here) yea-yeah
I'll wait forever, how silly it seems
How does he laugh? How does he cry? What's the color of his eyes?
Does he even realize I'm here?
Where is he? Where is he? Where is he? Where is this beautiful guy?
Who is he? Who is he? Who is gonna take me so high?
Where is he? Where is he? Where is this beautiful guy?
Who is he? Who is he? Who is gonna take me so high?
dadadadadada dadadada dadadadadada (where are you?)

[Justin]
There is someone out there for me (there is someone out there for me)
I know she is waiting so patiently (so patient)
Can you tell me her name (can you tell me his name)
This life-long search is gonna drive me insane (that's right)

[Natalie]
How does he laugh? How does he cry? What is the color of his eyes?
Does he even realize I'm here?

[Justin]
Where is she? Where is she? Where is she? Where is this beautiful girl?
Who is she? Who is she? Who is gonna complete my world?

[Natalie]
Where is he? Where is he? Where is he? Where is this beautiful guy?
Who is he? Who is he? Who is gonna take me so high?

[Together]
dadadadadada dadadada (yeah) dadadadadada (I know you out there)
dadadadadada dadadada (yeah) dadadadadada

[Justin Talking]
Where are you?? I'm going to look all over the world baby
'Cuz I know you are out there
I know this might sound crazy, but I think I love you
dadadadadada (that's right) dadadada dadadadadada
dadadadadada dadadada (yeah) dadadadadada

Where are you??

Love Takes Time

2007-04-06T15:07:00.000+08:00

by Mariah Carey

Oh, ohhhhhh, oh, I am...
I had it all
But I let it slip away
Couldn't say I treated you wrong
Now I wander around
Feeling down and cold
Trying to believe that you're gone

Chorus:
Love takes time
To heal when you're hurting so much
Couldn't see that I was blind
To let you go
I can't escape the pain
Inside
'Cause love takes time
I don't wanna be here
I don't wanna be here alone

Losing my mind
From this hollow in my heart
Suddenly I'm so incomplete
Lord I'm needing you now
Tell me how to stop the rain
Tears are falling down endlessly

Chorus

You might say that it's over
You might say that you don't care
You might say you don't miss me
You don't need me
But I know that you do and I feel that you do
Inside

Love takes time
To heal when you're hurting so much
Couldn't see that I was so blind
To let you go
I can't escape the pain
Inside
'Cause love takes time
I don't wanna be there
I don't wanna be there alone

Very Special Love

2007-04-06T15:05:00.000+08:00

by Maureen McGovern

I never believed in love
I was deceived by love
I never had much luck with lovers before
And I couldn't compete
I seemed just part of the street
To be walked on by everyone but then

Then I found a very special love in you
It's a feeling that's so totally new
Over and over, it's burning inside
I found a very special love in you
And it almost breaks me in two
Squeezing me tighter
But I'm never gonna let go

You're not like the rest
I know you're one of the best
You give more than you should and take nothing in return (in return)
Stay always with me
And I always will be
The one person that you can count on always to love you

And I found a very special love in you
It's a feeling that's so totally new
Over and over, it's burning inside
I found a very special love in you
And it almost breaks me in two
Squeezing me tighter
But I'm never gonna let go
But I...

Found a very special love in you
It's a feeling that's so totally new
Over and over, it's burning inside
I found a very special love in you
And it almost breaks me in two
Squeezing me tighter
But I'm never gonna let go
(repeat and fade out)

friendster overlays

2007-02-26T19:18:00.000+08:00

tired of the old layout of your friendster profile? why don't you try overlay profiles?! recently, i have tried to change my friendster profile & i really was amazed of the result.

just visit these websites:

www.markyctrigger.com -----> for pre-made layouts & overlay generator
www.friendsterforum.com ----> for pre-made layouts only

hope you these can be helpful!

Everyday

2007-02-09T17:56:00.000+08:00

By: Agot Isidro

*PLAY*

Got a letter in the mail today
And I'm glad you're doin' fine
You tell me you're missing me
And it's cold in New York City
Well me and the girls we're alright
Thinking about you night after night
And if you feel the same way too
Just imagine me whispering to you

Everyday I'll always love you
Everyday I'm always thinking of you
Everyday's another lonely day without you
Everyday you'll here beside me
Everyday I'm always dreaming of you
Everyday I will be right here waiting for you
Everyday hoo hoo hoo hoo

It's another long and sleepless nights
And thoughts run through my mind
Guess I'm just feeling lonely
It's been so empty since you've been gone
I'll be holding on for it won't be long
I'll be counting the days till I see you home
I know you feel the way I do
So just remember these words I'll say to you

Everyday I'll always love you
Everyday I'm always thinking of you
Everyday's another lonely day without you
Everyday you'll here beside me
Everyday I'm always dreaming of you
Everyday I will be right here waiting for you
Everyday everyday

I've Fallen For You

2007-02-09T17:49:00.000+08:00

By: Jamie Rivera

*PLAY*

What is this i'm feelin'
I just can't explain
When you're near,
I'm not just the same.
I try to hide it,
Try not to show it.
It's crazy
It could'nt be

CHORUS
I've fallen for you
Finally, my heart gave in
And i'm fallen in love
I fin'lly know
How it feels

When you said hello,
I look in your eyes.
Suddenly, I felt good inside.
Is this really happ'nin?
Or am I just dreaming?
I guess, it's true.
I can't believe

I've fallen for you
Finally, my heart gave in.
And I'm fallen in love
I fin'lly know how it feels
So this is love..

Doesn't matter where I am,
Thoughts of you still linger in my mind
No matter what time of day
I've really, really
Fallen for you...

I've fallen for youFinally, my heart gave in.
And I'm fallen in love
I fin'lly know how it feels
So this is love..

Say You'll Never Go

2007-02-09T07:04:00.000+08:00

by: Neocolours

How can I make it through the day
Without you
You have been so much a part of me
(and if you'll go)
I'll never know what to do
How can I carry on my way
The memories
When all that is left is the pain of my history
Why should I live my life today

I cannot live out on my own
And just forget the love you've always shown
And accept the fate of my condition
Please don't ever go
For I cannot live my life alone

CHORUS:
Say you'll never go
Say you'll never go out my way
Say you'll never go
For we can still go on
And make it through
Just say you'll never go
Say you'll never go away

How can I make my dreams come true
Without you
You were the one who gave love to me
(And don't you know)
You are my fantasy

I cannot live out on my own
(I can't do anything at all)
And just forget the love you've always shown
And accept the fate of my condition

Please don't ever go
For I cannot live my life alone

CHORUS:
Say you'll never go
Say you'll never go out my way
Say you'll never go
For we can still go on
And make it through
Just say you'll never go
Say you'll never go away

(Instrumental)

CHORUS:
Say you'll never go
Say you'll never go out my way
Say you'll never go
For we can still go on
And make it through
Just say you'll never go
Say you'll never go away

I Remember The Boy

2007-02-09T07:02:00.000+08:00

by: Joey Albert

Today I heard them play the song again
An old familiar strain from way back when
Ev'ry note and ev'ry line
It's always been a fav'rite song of mine

It used to haunt me so some years ago
Reminds me of the boy I used to know
And although the melody lives on
The mem'ries and the boy are all but gone

And while the song still brings that certain glow
And the words still sing of love I know
It isn't why the way it was before
I remember the boy but I don't remember
the feelings anymore

The promises we made seem easier then
As if we knew our love would never end
But seasons change and time erases the tears
As swiftly as the rivers disappear

So while the song still brings that certain glow
And the words still sing of love I know
It isn't why the way it was before
I remember the boy but I don't remember
the feelings I remember the boy
but I don't remember the feelings anymore

Points Of View

2007-02-09T06:58:00.000+08:00

Points Of View
Joey Albert & Pops Fernandez

Look, it's happened once again
It happens every now and then
Feeling the hurt and hating all the men
Ready to stop it all

That's when I need a friendly face
To see me through these lonely days
Just to put some sunshine in my place
Don't take too long I need you

REFRAIN:
Here I am
I haven't gone that far away
And since I am
That kind of friend you know
Would stay with you through all the pain
Never to leave you in the rain
Ready to listen to what you've been through
Your woes and blues and share each other's

CHORUS:
Points of view
We've been there once before
And kept our points of view
It doesn't really matter if they're never quite the same
We have our rules in different ways
We play the games of different folks with different strokes
And keep our points of view

See the world seems bright again
It only darkens now and then
Most of the time there's just no telling when
Look up and see you've got me

REFRAIN:
Here we are
We may have gone our different ways
But since we are
The kind of friends who'll always stay
No matter what the pain
Learning to love that cap o rain
Ready to say we're here to stay in every way
Although we've got our different...

CHORUS:
Points of view
We've been there once before
And kept our points of view
It doesn't really matter if they're never quite the same
We have our rules in different ways
We play the games of different folks with different strokes
And keep our points of view

Points of view
We've been there once before
And kept our points of view
It doesn't really matter if they're never quite the same
We have our rules in different ways
We play the games of different folks with different strokes
And keep our points of view

disney's high school musical!

2006-07-05T11:00:00.000+08:00

i luv this movie though i'm already too old for this! hehehe... i luv all of the songs & hell yeah...the moves!

"breaking free" video

"When There Was ME & You" video

"Start Of Something New" video

Provided By MetroLyrics

"We're all in this together" video
...the finale & the best part of the movie (i think?!) or shall we say...the musical!

Provided By MetroLyrics

hiGh ScHoOL LiFe!!

2006-06-27T10:16:00.000+08:00

i have recently saved these pix from jane's friendster. it's so nyc to reminisce all those memories from high school! miz u guyz! hope we can also get together sometime...

helow!

2006-06-27T10:12:00.000+08:00

hi...guyz! today will such be a boring day! kapoi oi! hahahaha...

I BELIEVE IN YOU

2006-06-27T10:06:00.000+08:00

I always thought that life was sad
For someone who's not free
I felt the chains binding me
from the things I want to see

When you came you changed it all
I've never felt the same
I hate the thought of losing you
There's so much more to give

CHORUS:
I believe in love
I believe in you
I believe in everything
The two of us can do
I believe in miracles
I've seen them all come true
So won't you take a chance with me
Cause I believe in you

One night I looked upon the stars
And saw one shining bright
Guiding me through all the times
When nothing would seem right

Now I've come to realize
There's no else for me
Cause after all the pain I felt
You've come to set me free

REPEAT CHORUS 2X

When I See Your Smile

2006-05-09T09:10:00.000+08:00

Sometimes I wonder
How I'd ever make it through,
Through this world without having you
I just wouldn't have a clue

'Cause sometimes it seems
Like this world's closing in on me,
And there's no way of breaking free
And then I see you reach for me

Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in,
I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you, baby
And everything's alright,
everything's alright

When I see you smile
I can face the world, oh oh,
you know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light, oh oh,
I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, baby when I see you smile at me

Baby there's nothing in this world
that could ever do
What a touch of your hand can do
It's like nothing that I ever knew

And when the rain is falling
I don't feel it,
'cause you're here with me now
And one look at you baby
Is all I'll ever need,
you're all I'll ever need

Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in,
I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you baby
And everything's alright,
everything's alright

So right...

boring...

2006-05-02T23:43:00.000+08:00

helow everyone! it's been such a long time i last wrote a blog. kinda busy in my work...the truth is, i just came from work. it was such a tiring day! i'm bored & i couldn't sleep....hehehe

I Fall All Over Again

2006-05-02T23:36:00.000+08:00

by Dan Hill

(this song is very nice! for sure lots of pipz can relate! hehehe...)

Can’t believe we met like this
Is it just coincidence?
I had a feeling I’ll be seeing you again
You’re every bit as beautiful
As the last time we met
When you told me you were leaving
And going back to him

How I wish that I could tell you
It’s all in the past
That I was never good at lying
And baby since you ask

I don’t wanna hear that song again
From the night we first met
I don’t wanna hear you whispering
Things I’d rather forget
I don’t wanna look into your eyes
Coz you know what happens next
We’ll be making love and then
I’ll fall all over again

Can’t begin to tell you
Just how, sorry I am
That the man you built your
Dreams around just broke your heart again
I think I know the feeling
Coz I once loved you so much
And I swore I’d rather die or
Live a day without your touch

If I held you in my arms
You’ll know I’ll never let you go
But this ain’t the time or place
To get emotional

I don’t wanna hear that song again
From the night we first met
I don’t wanna hear you whispering
Things I’d rather forget
I don’t wanna look into your eyes
Coz you know what happens next
We’ll be making love and then
I’ll fall all over again

Coda:

How you're crying when you kiss me
When you waked out that door
You were always such a mystery
I still dream we're making love
Then I stop myself because

I don’t wanna hear that song again
From the night we first met
I don’t wanna hear you whispering
Things I’d rather forget
I don’t wanna look into your eyes
Coz you know what happens next
We’ll be making love and then
I’ll fall all over again

lingaw2x lng!

2005-09-12T16:54:00.000+08:00

aLegRiA piX

fOr aLL NuRsiNg sTudS!!!

2005-08-08T18:06:00.000+08:00

You will be mentally stressed.

You will be emotionally challenged.

You will learn how to work together.

You will learn to work alone.

You will learn when to speak.

You will learn when to be silent.

You will learn when to lead.

You will learn when to follow.

You will be constructively criticized.

You will be praised.

You will shed a few tears.

You will share in each other's laughter.

You will learn the need to help each other.

You will learn to help yourself.

You will learn to be part of a group.

You will learn to be yourself--an individual.

You will learn responsibility.

You will learn disipline.

You will learn these things because

someday someone's life will depend on you.

You are a nursing student

you will graduate------

You will be,

in all it's wonder and glory,

a Nurse.

---

i hav 2 watch dis movie! i think dis is nice!

2005-08-01T19:50:00.000+08:00

MUST LOVE DOGS

Dating has never been easy. The time-honored search for a soul mate has always been one part humiliation, two parts aggravation, and a little blind luck thrown in for the fortunate.

Today's version of the game can be a blur of websites, speed lunches and hordes of friends and relatives who know just the "right" person for you.

Thirty-something preschool teacher Sarah Nolan (DIANE LANE) has been divorced for eight months, which is much too long for her family to bear. With the best of intentions and only her happiness in mind, they stage an intervention in an all-out effort to get her out of pajamas and back into the dating scene, one way or another. Leading the charge are Sarah's sisters, Carol (ELIZABETH PERKINS) and Christine (ALI HILLIS), eager to line up potential suitors, and their widowed father Bill (CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER), who sets a fine example with his own recent and very successful foray into the internet dating realm. Bill has lately been seeing the free-spirited Dolly (STOCKARD CHANNING), whom he met online, along with a number of other ladies whose names his daughters can't quite keep track of.

Eager to launch their sister's own cyber-dating debut, Carol and Christine pretend to be Sarah and post her profile on perfectmatch.com, with the enticing message, "Voluptuous, sensuous, alluring and fun. DWF seeks special man to share starlit nights. Must love dogs." And wait for the responses to pour in.

Sarah soon endures a series of hilariously disastrous mismatches and first dates as the website offers up a stream of eager wannabes and one possible maybe - awkward but intriguing boat builder Jake Anderson (JOHN CUSACK), an idealist who measures romance by a Dr. Zhivago standard. A little on the intense side, Jake might be looking for more than Sarah wants right now. Meanwhile, at work, there's a new distraction - Bob Connor (DERMOT MULRONEY), the newly separated dad of one of her young students. Charming and relaxed, Bob seems made to order, the perfect guy...but is he just too good to be true?

Based on the best-selling book by Claire Cook, and written and directed by two-time Emmy Award winner Gary David Goldberg, Must Love Dogs follows the comic, bumpy and ultimately rewarding journey of a woman cautiously rediscovering romance and learning to trust her own instincts again. Because, as her family enthusiastically reminds her, it's never a good idea to give up on love.

in case, u wanna see d movie's official wesite: www.mustlovedogsmovie.com

SA KANYA

2005-08-01T19:33:00.000+08:00

M.Y.M.P

Namulat ako at ngayo'y nag-iisa
Pagkatapos ng ulan
Bagama't nakalipas na ang mga sandali
Ay nagmumuni kung ako'y nagwagi
Pinipilit mang sabihin na ito'y wala sa akin
Ngunit bakit hanggang ngayon, nagdurugo pa rin

Chorus:
Sa kanya pa rin babalik sigaw, ng damdamin
Sa kanya pa rin sasaya, bulong ng puso ko
Kung buhay pa ang alaala ng ating nakaraan
Ang pagmamahal at panahon alay pa rin sa kanya

At sa hatinggabi ay nag-iisa na lang
Ay minamasdan ang larawan mo
At ngayo'y bumalik nang siya'y kapiling pa
Alaala ng buong magdamag
Kung sakali mang isipin na ito'y wala sa akin
Sana'y dinggin ang tinig kong nag-iisa pa rin
Repeat Chorus 2x

Adlib:

Ang pagmamahal at panahon alay pa rin
Sa kanya, sa kanya, sa kanya, hah-ooh
Sa kanya.

~tHe dAy u sAid gOodNigHt~

2005-07-28T20:14:00.000+08:00

The Day You Said Goodnight
Hale

Take me as you are
Push me off the road
The sadness I need this time to be with you
I’m freezing in the sun
I’m burning in the rain
The silence I’m screaming
Calling out your name

And I do
Reside in your light
Put out the fire with me and find
Yeah you lose the side of your circles
That’s what I’ll do if we say goodbye

To be is all I got to be
And all that I see
And all that I need this time
To me the life you gave me
The day you said goodnight

The calmness in your face
That I see through the night
The warmth of your light is pressing unto us
You didn’t ask me why
I never would have known
Oblivion is falling down

If you could only know me
Like your prayers at night
then everything between you and me will be alright

She’s already taken
She’s already taken
She’s already taken me
The day you said goodnight

back 2 reality!

2005-07-11T17:33:00.001+08:00

"sigh" now, i'm back to reality! being unemployed...huhuhu... (just came from zamboanga city & ozamiz)

2005-07-01T19:20:00.000+08:00

thank GOD i hav passed d board exams! at last, RN na jud! yezzzz...

congratz sad diay mga baiotz!!!

2005-07-01T07:21:00.000+08:00

haloooh! thnkz for reading my blog ha...i really appreciate it! :->

haaayyyyyy...nowadays, wa jud ko kasabot unsay buhaton. i'm jaz staying at home all day, all night watching tv or jaz cling to d pc. dugay pa mn gud oathtaking! asa mn ko ani oi??? help me...

i think i'll go insane na jud!!! hahaha...

2005-06-22T01:08:00.000+08:00

plZ ViSiT mAh onLiNe pHotO aLbUm:

www.picturetrail.com/mhai83

2005-06-22T00:56:00.001+08:00

Yahoooo! I already finished nursing! I can marry na...but I still have to find my groom! huhuhu...

Anyway, I don't really have to worry that. What I'm really worried about is the result of the nurses' board exam! Ang tagal! My anxiety level never stops rising... I just hope I'll pass the exam!

2005-06-22T00:39:00.002+08:00

Hi everyone! I have just discovered a blogsite from Google so I signed in. I'll be gladly happy if you're gonna pay a visit and read my blogs as often as possible.Thanks!