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Time, Places, People , Vision on Moving On

The Sports City
The Sports City Project
2006 Asian Games
Doha, Qatar
August 2006- June 2008

Projacs/ Asco Consulting Engineers JV
Project Management Team
Ricardo P. Umandap
Senior Civil Engineer


It is quite normal to reminiscent of the period of life that had passed through. On different scenario, time, people and the experience that contribute to the story of our lives. Though there were instances of not so good moments, still the learning process on how to deal with such will make a person to be more matured with future undertakings.
The approach to any circumstances will always be never the same, it depends on the person attitude whether personal or work related. It will depend on his flexibility to cope up with all the differences on views, opinions, work style that should comprehend and incorporated in the attitude gradually.

An observation denotes that people are wary of change, on which if could be evaluated deeper, common practice or way of life are really hard to change, it takes a lot of discipline and determination to do so, that goes also on everyday practice. Passage of time do not guarantee that a mind will evolve on maturity stage. Factors like diligent education, constant sharing of ideas with others contribute a lot with this area of development.

I share this view so that I could relate the next phase of my career which will start next week, the previous organization I have work open my eyes to wider perspective, contribute a lot to my career and knowledge on different aspects of my discipline. I have conveyed my appreciation to them just like a close friend, my colleague and peers, I will miss the environment and teamwork we have establish to accomplish the task at hand.

Nevertheless, moving on to the next level is vital part of career growth and development and of course, the eagerness and excitement to pursue the challenges it will bring. On optimistic view, the phases on our careers will bring more colors and meaning with variations and change. On this note, I’m trying to compile complete records with graphics so as I could look back these important events when I decided to retire for good and savor the fruit of my goals and dreams. Every changes..bring a new beginning …and the new beginning gives challenges to our life.

Give your best shot on each phase
Bring the most on yourself and to people


Leisure and Sports (Filipino Edition)

Sports
Back home during the younger years, as simple as rural daily life , the country with close family ties and society interaction had some interesting pastimes. Back then kids have develop some sort of children games. One interesting game called “Holen” , which is quite challenging because it requires a skill on hitting a tiny marble with the flick of thumb and the middle finger. It is on this note that I comprehend to notice the Filipinos excellence on most of what we called ball games. Once reigning champion in Basketball in Southeast Asia, World Champion on Bowling and Billiards, Sneak a name in women’s US PGA on Golf, on the other sports on Boxing and recently in Chess having the record of youngest grandmaster in the world. Needless to say there were other field which Filipinos excel notwithstanding that most of them acquire excellence by sacrifice and determination. Most haven’t get the comprehensive training and financial support from the government but they manage to make a name in the history of sports.

Great Filipino Athletes make the country very proud with their feat the world over.


Leisure

In school, history teachers inculcate to students that Filipinos became well known to other race and country to be hospitable. The quality goes true not only with others but on their daily life as well. It is handed down by the ancestors from generation to generation. The way we accept and treat guest could not be compared with other nation. It will be noted that Philippines celebrate the most number of social gatherings which transcends merry making and sharing memorable events in their lives.

From fiestas, weddings, baptisms, birthdays, anniversary and a lot more. During these events, genuine gestures of hospitality could be observe that had been practice wholeheartedly. Not to mention holidays like Christmas and New Year! Important part of the said events that will never be miss is the Filipinos love for singing.

Singing which the Filipinos really excel because they really love to sing, whether out of tune , no one could stop a Filipino sings, its their culture..its their way of life. With guitar or a cappella , singing is in their heart. It comprehend their romantic inclination to love and life.
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Great Filipino Singers had make a mark all over the world and they have shared their kind of music well.

On Career Goals

Career Path and Goals


Education has a very broad scope, students upon completion of secondary education should take a lot of time to evaluate which career they will opted to choose. In doing so, few important factors must be considered like finances, academic capability, forecast of career opportunities in the future and important one is adaptability to the chosen career in respect to individual preference. The last one is of outmost importance for it will determine the perseverance and enthusiasm of an individual to complete the career at the most probable period.
To date, the workforce of young professionals is quite competitive. It is not an advantage to excel in academics alone but excellent qualification requires versatility and flexibility in terms of communication skills and good mental attitude towards work. Most organization look for decision making skills and independent minded professional that will be an asset to give a company a quantum growth with innovative ideas.
With focus and determination, these were not a hard to achieve goals. With the abundance of advance technology at hand, learning process had been develop with a short span of time. It only takes diligence to acquire these knowledge and application and practice on hands on experience will make a professional competitive in their career.
Preparing this kind of mindset to young students will open their mind on how they could achieve a promising career and achieve their academic goals.

Hydrotherapy Pool (Qatar Sports Orthopaedic Hospital)


Hydrotherapy is a therapy involving water. it includes immersion of a part, or parts, of the body. The effects of immersion in water – pressure and temperature- and the effects of systematic exercising are used to stimulate patients in their process of adapting. The specific characteristics of water are used to stimulate physiological and therapeutically progress.

Water has already proved its worth in the medical field many times over. Due to many successful results the application of water in physiotherapy has become a generally accepted and respected method of treatment for many disorders.

Presently handling the project, it brings me excitement to witness the completion of the installation of the adjustable floors controlled by hydraulic systems. Upon discussion with the specialist contractor, the size of the pool will be the biggest on the GCC as of today. Since Qatar is an sports inclined country, they are anticipating the emergence of various physical injuries that will require rehabilitation. The expert relay that the system had been installed on other European Countries as well and have been very effective. He said their could be an instance where when a body floats a person could flip his body by simply looking one direction without moving his head. The mind could command the body at float or in buoyancy.


The floor of the pool could be adjusted to any level depending on the rehabilitation requirements.

Note: image dont reflect the description of the project, photo courtesy of loveis_likewar at photobucket

Man in the Wilderness



His heart was born with deep emotional sense, it flows through the tip of his fingers. His constant struggle to seek love reflect on the phrases and creation of his mind. The man, clinging only to himself goes each day with vision of an elusive dream of happiness and belonging. Man of few words but loving ways got confused on the many crossroads of life. He encounters countless stories of relationships, triumph, laughters and tears and the good reason how a good heart gave way to unconditional love.

In realization, he stood still , staring and reminiscing of the life he owns, the life he live, the life he share. The passage of time did not bring regrets, but a sigh, for all the good that has serve its purpose, to bring hope, to give care, to uplift the spirits, “ to share the inner self”. Lending a hand, listening to a heart knows the greatest fulfillment. A few kind words, a message of assurance or by simply being there to listen..makes a difference, it consoles a confused mind , a wandering heart. Reaching out to give a little of oneself, even by small selfless deed.

Liviing in his true sense of wisdom, the man never give false hopes and promises, his vision to comfort some lost souls have quite make his journey worth remembering. The lives he touch brings the flame of desire to have strength and move on.

In his ways, he keep silent with all the love in his heart. He long to be loved, On solitude, his heart and mind search for comfort. The man is lost in the wilderness, full of love yet lonely deep inside.

Truth on Wisdom

The life a person lives , will be subjected to some emotional ride. Just like a game, win some , lose some but there a catche with it by the phrase “ it not how you win or lose the game but how you play it”. If it will be reflected on real life situation , its enhancing to know that acceptance is the key . Conventional wisdom must dictates that going through with fair decision and judgement , practice giving truth and inspiration, sharing good thoughts and deeds is one best way of giving growth to harmony.

Others will note that wisdom is always better said than done, hindrance on practice of noble thing will persists. The will and desire should go hand and hand, it will not be enough to just sit by the side and let the chance to make a difference slip in one’s hand.
As a human being , it is quite normal that the temptation to do things on proper way is always at hand. It will depend on determination to go through this practice on a daily basis.

Wisdom is a genuine heart wish.

Burj Dubai


Burj Dubai

150 Storeys

555.3 Tower Height

320,000 Cubic meter of concrete

63,300 Tonnes of Reinforcing Steel



NO OTHER BUILDING IN THE WORLD HAS AS MANY STOREYS


$900 Million Burj Dubai is now the world’s tallest free-standing structure. Approximately 5,000 consultants and construction workers are employed on site , and the world’s fastest high capacity construction hoist, with a speed of up to two meters per second move men and materials. Once completed , Dubai’s landmark tower will be the tallest structure in the world. However , the tower’s final height and storey count remain a secret. In an interview with Gulf News, Greg Sang Emaar’s assistant director for projects said the tower will be more than 700 meters tall and will rise to an unspecified figure above 160 floors.


Burj Dubai will be the centre of Downtown Burj
Dubai, a $20 Billion, 500-acre development. The tower will feature the world’s first
Armani Hotel and Armani Residences. Completion date is schedule on fourth quarter of 2008.



Source: Gulf News
www.gnads4u.com
Photo by : archandrew429 at photobucket

Clear Message of Love


Looking back at the memories of past lives, connecting the events which play some very vital moments will bring into a deep sense of realization. Clearly instilled into the mind, was the period when the road seems uphill and nothing could cling on to. The time when giving up is the only option.

Have you been through life and death experience? Listening to this stories might as well , bring a nod that it is quite far from reality. Something that would perceive as the same with real life sharing or testimony on forums and gatherings.

Nevertheless, lucky are those who had experience it once in their lifetime. For all the good reasons of love and caring , it manifest how the Lord have watch us with the love and blessings, the unconditional care, the unforeseen hand touching our lives.

It could be well notice on those unheard voice whispering to our ears on our daily life, guidance with critical decisions, being still on unforeseen events and trials. Be aware that events happen not by coincidence, but by fate. And it could be for the best and good purpose on our life.

Everyone in all their simple ways and means are trying to give their best if only be given the chance, it will be enduring if the path that had been chosen might as well serve as good inspiration by knowing that people had a concern for each individual undertaking.

images courtesy of shamrocklady at Photobucket..

Be attentive to daily voice in our life. it emanates the pure love of the Lord.

The Clear Message of Love..

Reaching Out


Each of us , possess a certain individuality. Character, Traits and Attitude varies, it is one reason that some are wary of change and very concern with judgement. The basic line of thinking and way of life evolve on this .

Individuality dictates our notion to view life at our own perspective. Some look at it on simple achievement of goals for our love ones, while other prefer to set up a more comprehensive target , but most just live life as it passes by, unmindful of the outcome of life’s daily struggle.

Whatever the choices made, it is important to note that the primary concern must always be for the simple reason of fulfilment and happiness within the inner self. Never mind of criticism or appreciation for the goals achieve but continue to strive hard to give the best.

Since I have been born with a simple life and needs, reaching out to prepare the future of my child is my priority beyond any goals. The basic will be education ,knowledge will guide her and protect at any given circumstances. The fulfilment of being always there for guidance and support is relentless. The line of thinking stated holds true with all parents given the chance to make it a reality.

It comprise the scope of reaching out and handling a legacy that is the foundation of our love to our siblings. Reach out for this goal, Give all our love.