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Best Local Dish

In every country comes variety of authentic dish produce and concocted with their famous herbs and raw produce that had been a chosen favorites for generations. In the Phil. some regions have become a word of mouth for their specialty dishes like lechon from cebu, bangus from dagupan, bicol express, pinikpikan of baguio and so many others, being from southern tagalog , it is my pride to share our famous fish called TULINGAN, which had been local favorite for decades , the harvest are known to be the best and the tastiest when it comes along the batangas shoreline. To those who like ginataan ( coco milk dishes). Ginataang Tulingan- is the longtime favorite of the region, cooked with eggplant,string beans and bell pepper. It is one delightful treat .

Glimpse of Dreams

The sight of nature brings hope to someday be in solitude and tranquility. Nothing come close with the time to commune with fresh air and silence. It is during these moment that rest and complete rejuvenation takes place within the inner self. With lot of dwindling thoughts that occupies the mind, whether its personal or career related, no amount of money could buy a relaxing body and mind. The energy that nature brings takes our innermost senses into new heights. It completely rejuvenates the body of its mental and physical stress.

Stress which come in different forms occupies most of our times in our daily life. It is often very rare to find time to rejuvenate and pamper oneself, it is on this note that because of the desire to establish a stable future , most have forgetten to live a quality life endearing to their own. Most often than not when it is not notice, time and moment lost will never be regain.

As we stride on our journey to everyday life, take time to focus on the essential part of it, even at a glance because by then one could start to realize to take a second look of enjoying life to the full. As the saying goes, life is what we make it and on other note, it is short. Take a full grasp to be happy once or even more on a lifetime, cause each one of us deserve to .

Uncertainty

Looking at the pace of the world economy, world leaders convened and act on having to address the issues of global economic slow down. Major reduction of operation cost of well known company from all sectors of business and manufacturing, pumping of dollar reserves to revive banking institutions and economy had been the headline of news on line. Wealthy nations including oil producing countries have to implement some urgent decisions to cope up and observe the sudden changes of economic conditions all over the world. There is no certain on the future, and each should be prepared with a fall back when worst comes to worst. After all there is no other way but up when one goes down. It only takes courage and strengh as well as the willpower to do so

Flexibility

When in Rome, do what the Romans do. Rules, Law, Principles. Men and Country alike follows a certain paramaters in order to maintain order within the society. The law governing all nations were formulated, evaluated and upgraded to suit their culture and society . These varies depending on the needs for change to keep it abreast with the changing times so that it will be applicable to the citizenry at any given circumstances. The basis comes from the mind of great leaders of high integrity and moral values. Going back through their writings , good lawmakers today could not dispute that the legacy handed by those great men contribute much to the development of a better society .
People of different nationalities upon migration to other countries have learn to adjust with their customs and tradition and follow the laws that they implement. Variations on implementation of order had to be accepted and practice. At any rate, discipline and respect of beliefs are the core values that must be observe. It makes a lot of sense to practice flexibility going through the task of intermingling with people from different walks of life.

Unsung Heroes..Anyone?

Been browsing some local news when i chance upon one interesing one. It does happen , not for always, not at any given circumstances. It doesnt have to be like the one been watch on movies, but it does happen. The catche is the strength and character of the person to think an act without hesitation. On a rational point of view, one could always pull that astounding question. If one will be on Ryan Pamilar shoes, will you be doing the same? One tough question to answer. True test of character could only be known when real life and death situation arise, and sometimes a hero comes out not with the grandeur of a personality. Heroes are born out of whats in their heart. Unselfish heart.

Teenager saves 4 girls from drowning in Kidapawan

A 14-year-old out-of-school youth risked his life to save four of the nine students of Saint Mary’s Academy who were swept away by raging flash floods last Sunday.

Ryan Pamilar, a resident of Purok Guava in this city, said he was refreshing himself in the river when the water level rose. He said the nine girls were busy taking pictures of the surrounding when they were swept by the strong current of flood waters.
Pamilar, who works as part-time packer of the National Food Authority (NFA), said he wasted no time when he saw that the girls were helpless in pulling themselves from being carried away toward the deep portion of the river.

Three girls drowned in the incident, which occurred at the Kidapawan Landmark.
“I did not feel nervous while rescuing the girls. It was only after that I felt my body trembling,” Pamilar said in his local dialect, adding that it saddened him to know that three girls perished in the incident.

The Shortest Way

Nibbling , Munching or goin crazy with eat all you can buffet. There's the passion for taking a dive to luscious great food . The preference depends on ethnicity, although because of racial interaction and union, some also used to love other type of food by having a taste or treat of it.
The taste buds got to acknowledge the authentic taste that have became a great dining experience. From American to Oriental Cuisine, it now natural for other ethnic origins to usually look for the dish they learn to know and love as well. Noodles which are love by Japanese , originates with stir fry concocted by the Chinese, which the Filipino's also love and they call it "Pancit". It evolves on many variations dependeng on the type of noodles and the ingredients being used.
The West have learn to embrace and like the Oriental Cuisine most specially with a lot of variety to come up with how seafoods, meats and veggies were cooked. Many countries in Asia proudly became a leisure place that comes with the most delicious meal and cuisine they offer with their guests. Savoring the appetite with different kinds of food , makes a restful journey worthwhile and give excitement to every other place they have been.
Not all have the gift to prepare and cook the best meal in their own kitchen, though many outlets and places offer this, its still good to have a distinct way of putting a good meal even with a one specialty or two. It will be as if a label of personal approach . The shortest way to the heart is through the palate. And nothing comes close to a shared luscious meal with the one we love. It will worth all the love that had been put in there ..to share with together.

Haiti School Collapse 90 dead and counting

PORT-AU-PRINCE (Reuters) – The death toll in the collapse of a ramshackle school in Haiti rose above 90 on Saturday after rescue workers uncovered a room full of dead, many of them children, officials said.
Civil protection service head Alta Jean-Baptiste said there were 84 people confirmed dead and 150 injured as of noon. Another civil protection official, Michel Joseph Jr., said he had seen eight more bodies, bringing the count to 92.
"We haven't been able to get them out yet," Joseph said as rescue workers arrived from the United States and the French Caribbean island of Martinique to help the ill-equipped and impoverished country and U.N. peacekeepers posted there search for survivors.

Officials said 700 children were enrolled at the three-story La Promesse school, but it was not known how many were in the building when it caved in on Friday while class was in session.
The disaster struck as the poorest country in the Americas struggled to recover from four tropical storms and hurricanes that killed more than 800 people and destroyed 60 percent of its crops in August and September

As anywhere in the world, children comes the closest to any people's heart. Maybe because of the fact that they reflect the youth we once had. The vigor, agility and the brightness of the future could be seen in their innocence and their curiousity to seek knowledge. Upon glancing a news at one site, it breaks my heart to know of another tragedy that claims the life of many children, unknowingly. Again with factors that could have been monitored and avoided. It is so irony that awareness and pointing fingers arise, when lives had been lost and cannot be regain anymore. It is always told as lessons learn but it continous to happen . The lives of innocent children were stolen, even their dreams and their parents dreams for them. With prayers that awareness of any condition to somewhat minimize endangering properties and lives will be a way of life and put as a normal practice anywhere at a given time. It takes every individual responsibility to contribute to minimize if not completely eradicate the risk.

Clubhouse Sandwich

Been hungry maybe, have thought of making a sandwich learn from a friend. The stuff had many variations depending on the preference : The one i used to make just have the simple stuffs:

Oatmeal Bread; Low fat Mayonnaise, Cooked Ham, Egg and Cheese

Just done in alternate layers and wollah..Sandwich Ready! Try it with pure ice cold lemonade. Enjoy!!

The Road Less Travelled

Living life with good deeds and conformity with God's teaching have become elusive. Maybe for the reason that the world had full of trials and temptations that always threaten one's moral values and principles. With all of these that becomes a part of and a way of life to some, to travel to the road less travelled need determination and goal setting as well as inspiration to make it through.
Its an option, a choice that others refuse to take. The principle will be much more inclined to satisfy human needs at the expense of values and righteousness and principles. Everyone dream of being an ideal person, it could not be done without someone that could share a good vision of how life can be meaningful and exciting without leaning to the temporary pleasures the world has to offer. No one could see changes and goals in transparency, but sincerity in deeds and thoughts could be a good way to start. The road less travelled had all the obstacles to offer, but an armor of vision with the good life ahead will give a long hard effort to go on and give the best shot on each stride. Be inspired, look beyond..Carry the flame of love all along the journey and make good of all the moment, hold on tight to loving.Everyone deserve to be happy.

Barrack Obama 44th President of United States

Americans chooses to change the course of their history by choosing a leader that could lift racial barriers. First US Black President.

Here are excerpts from the speech delivered at Grant Park in Chicago.

On the significance of his election:
If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.

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It's been a long time coming, but tonight, because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining moment, change has come to America.

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I will never forget who this victory truly belongs to - it belongs to you.

Echoes of the 2004 speech that made him a household name:
It's the answer spoken by young and old, rich and poor, Democrat and Republican, black, white, Latino, Asian, Native American, gay, straight, disabled and not disabled - Americans who sent a message to the world that we have never been a collection of Red States and Blue States: we are, and always will be, the United States of America.

On John McCain:I just received an extraordinarily gracious call from Senator McCain. He fought long and hard in this campaign, and he's fought even longer and harder for the country he loves. He has endured sacrifices for America that most of us cannot begin to imagine, and we are better off for the service rendered by this brave and selfless leader. I congratulate him and Governor Palin for all they have achieved, and I look forward to working with them to renew this nation's promise in the months ahead.

On his family:
I would not be standing here tonight without the unyielding support of my best friend for the last sixteen years, the rock of our family and the love of my life, our nation's next First Lady, Michelle Obama. Sasha and Malia, I love you both so much, and you have earned the new puppy that's coming with us to the White House. And while she's no longer with us, I know my grandmother is watching, along with the family that made me who I am. I miss them tonight, and know that my debt to them is beyond measure.

On the future:
The road ahead will be long. Our climb will be steep. We may not get there in one year or even one term, but America - I have never been more hopeful than I am tonight that we will get there. I promise you - we as a people will get there.

There will be setbacks and false starts. There are many who won't agree with every decision or policy I make as President, and we know that government can't solve every problem. But I will always be honest with you about the challenges we face. I will listen to you, especially when we disagree. And above all, I will ask you join in the work of remaking this nation the only way it's been done in America for two-hundred and twenty-one years - block by block, brick by brick, calloused hand by calloused hand.

On bipartisanship:
Let us remember that it was a man from this state who first carried the banner of the Republican Party to the White House - a party founded on the values of self-reliance, individual liberty, and national unity. Those are values we all share, and while the Democratic Party has won a great victory tonight, we do so with a measure of humility and determination to heal the divides that have held back our progress. As Lincoln said to a nation far more divided than ours, "We are not enemies, but friends...though passion may have strained it must not break our bonds of affection." And to those Americans whose support I have yet to earn - I may not have won your vote, but I hear your voices, I need your help, and I will be your President too.

On the genius of America:
To all those who have wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright - tonight we proved once more that the true strength of our nation comes not from our the might of our arms or the scale of our wealth, but from the enduring power of our ideals: democracy, liberty, opportunity, and unyielding hope.

For that is the true genius of America - that America can change. Our union can be perfected. And what we have already achieved gives us hope for what we can and must achieve tomorrow.

On the moment:
America, we have come so far. We have seen so much. But there is so much more to do. So tonight, let us ask ourselves - if our children should live to see the next century; if my daughters should be so lucky to live as long as Ann Nixon Cooper, what change will they see? What progress will we have made?

This is our chance to answer that call. This is our moment. This is our time - to put our people back to work and open doors of opportunity for our kids; to restore prosperity and promote the cause of peace; to reclaim the American Dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth - that out of many, we are one; that while we breathe, we hope, and where we are met with cynicism, and doubt, and those who tell us that we can't, we will respond with that timeless creed that sums up the spirit of a people:

Yes We Can.