my sense and sensibility, including my 'non-sensesmy sense and sensibility, including my 'non-sensesA blog about life, living, lifestyles, and anything in between, including ludicrous thoughts, stories, and behaviours. 
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Money Talk: Worthy Investment on your car
2007-12-09 23:52:00 Ah! It is the time of the year again to renew my car registration, and with it a new comprehensive car insurance. Car registration fee is higher by 10% this year compared last year, and more, I have to pay for a new auto insurance coverage! I am not griping here, as my tone may indicates. Auto insurance, for me, is one of the good investments you can give your car other than ?pimping? it with costly (aesthetics) accessories. True. This particular insurance, other than it is required by law when you register your car, it will save you a few hundreds or even thousands on car repairs caused by unwanted accidents.Every year, it has become a ritual for me to ask my staff to solicit car insurance quotes so that I can choose what the best coverage for my cars. Car insurance, if you don?t happen to know, covers not only repairs or damages caused by unforeseen and unintentional happenstances but offers liability protection. Meaning to say, if you have an accident and another person is inju... More About: Money , Investment , Talk , Worthy , Wort
Fascinating City of Toronto
2007-12-09 18:40:00 Toronto is one of my dream vacation destinations in Canada. A few friends and relatives have already made permanent their residency there. During occasional gatherings, they would give tales on how fascinating that city is. Incidentally, that fascination is beautifully described at Toronto Bed and Breakfast. A great blog to peruse if you want to have a glimpse of the city?s life and lifestyle, sights and sounds, Toronto hotels and restaurants, and many more.One of the must see bars in one of many elegant hotels in Toronto is the famous Melody Bar of Gladstone Hotel. The blog best described that place here:With walls paneled in rich wood, alabaster lamps hanging from the 10-foot ceilings, fat Romanesque pillars, and an original 1930s wooden bar, the Melody Bar isn?t so much nouveau retro as a rollicking saloon. Weekend karaoke nights have become the stuff of legend, with the host brandishing a giant APPLAUSE sign to stoke the crowd?an interesting hodgepodge of expertly coiffed hips... More About: Toronto , City
Getting Out of Addiction: Basic Considerations
2007-12-09 14:51:00 I had a friend who was once addicted to ?shabu? or poor man?s cocaine. I have seen how his health deteriorated, and how he became mentally demented. He was forced to abandon his budding career in marketing because of his addiction problem. What is worst -he lost his wife and daughter in the process. A typical story huh. Drug addiction and alcoholism are ills that continue to plague our modern society. These types of addictions know no bound or societal standing. They scourge both the poor and the rich. In spite of government efforts to eradicate the root of these problems there are still many who fell victim in this vise and needing complete drug rehab.How does one gets out of this rut? Here at least three basic factors that may help in the process of rehahabilitaion:I believe that the first step is recognition that one has this problem. As any other life?s problem, solving begins on the willingness to admit that there is a problem needing correction. Acceptance opens the... More About: Addiction , Basic , Consider , Addict
"Nothing happens unless first we dream"
2007-12-09 14:37:00 It was the American Poet and Writer Carl Sandburg (1878-1967) who penned those famous words, which serve well as good title for this post. True indeed. Success begins in dreams.As 2007 draws to an end, and another new year beckons, it is the time of each year that I take an inventory of what I have done or accomplished for the year. Big or small, written or not, I come up with a 3-column list to make my own appraisal. The first column would include my dreams and goals, both short term and long term. The second is labeled as action items. And the third ?Accomplished (?). Yeah, with the question mark. Because I simply want to put there after each item ?a cross and a check.This year, I must admit, I pared poorly. It is not that I failed to plan. Planning is second nature to me, especially in my kind of work. Besides, it is a shame to teach business planning and I don?t put them into action. Sorry, I digress. What I realized here is, I failed to tie up my action plans with the ... More About: Dream
Online Resource for Real Estate Professionals
2007-12-08 01:24:00 Real Estate brokerage and selling is a booming business. Some young professionals and colleagues I know became rich quickly in this profession. Why not? A good deal with a single property can ear you a hefty commission that can fiancé your early retirement. However, a Real Estate Professional?s job is not easy and it requires special set of knowledge and skills. Hence, one who desires to become a Real Estate Professional has to pass the Real Estate Exam needed to get a license to practice this profession legitimately.Preparing for the Real Estate Exam is now easy because there is an online resource that you can tap and can help you prepare for the exam. One resource of which is Real Estate Math Crammer. This software was designed to teach you how to identify and correctly answer questions involving the 16 major real estate math formulas. More, detailed explanations for each math problem were included to facilitate quick learning. A would be Real Estate Professional can litera... More About: Online , Real , Resource
Another Sensible Week: Time to Relax and Renew
2007-12-07 10:41:00 "Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be cumbered with your old nonsense."? EmersonTGIF! Thank God it?s Friday!I scored high in tasks accomplished this week. I thank God for that. My staff did well. I suppose, the little pep talk I had with the, worked. I hope they will carry the same enthusiasm this week.There were a few mistakes and wrong business decisions made, but they do not matter for over-all everything seems went well. Besides, my staffs were so quick to respond and rectify the issues. They should be commended for that.Time to relax, renew, and enjoy the weekend with my son. Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Week , Relax , Rene
Money Talk: Credit Cards Basics
2007-12-06 19:46:00 Credit cards can be both evil and good. Evil, if they are mismanaged they can literally bury you in debt. Good, if used wisely for the right purpose or occasion, they can indeed be beneficial.There are at least two important things that one needs to know about credit cards in order to properly manage them and serve your purpose, to wit:One, there are interest free credit cardsin the market. Pick them. If you have an existing credit card that charge higher interest rates, choose a credit card that allows balance transfers. Then consolidate your credit account into the one that charges no interest.Two, there are credit cards that serve your specific purpose/s. If you are a frequent shopper, or one who regularly purchase medicines, or perhaps a regular traveler ?there are credit cards that can specifically serve these, and and they charge lower or no interest. Compare. Study the features and benefits before you enroll into one.Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe... More About: Credit Cards , Credit , Money , Talk , Cards
A Thirst for Forgiveness
2007-12-06 17:25:00 The story is told in Spain of a father and his son whose relationship had become strained. The son ran away from home and his father began a journey in search of his son.Finally, in Madrid in a last desperate effort to find him, the father put an ad in the newspaper. The ad read: Dear Paco, meet me in front of the newspaper office at noon. All is forgiven. I love you. Your father.The next day at noon, in front of the newspaper office, 800 ?Pacos? showed up. They were all seeking forgiveness and love from their fathers.It is quit obvious that many of us, if not all of us, desire to be forgiven. We are bound by our past mistakes, sins, and failures. However we want to move on, the unforgiving past behind can drag us back. ?It?s hard to say I?m sorry,? as the title of the popular song goes. Then, it is likely harder to say, ?Please forgive me??Out thirst for forgiveness can only be quenched when we ask for it in sincerity and humility ?there is no other way. People who withho... More About: Forgiveness , Thirst
Betting Online and Betting On Life
2007-12-05 23:52:00 What used to termed as a ?virtual reality? is now almost integrated in our daily lives. Our virtual life in the net is now inseparable with our real life. A day cannot go by without a few clicks here and there. In a similar accord, nowadays you do not have to leave the comfort of your home in order to gamble or bet. An online casino is easily accessible via a single click of your mouse. You can easily pace your bet anytime of the day. With you money easily accessible online, you can easily shop online and bet online on your favorite NFL teams as well.Daily, we bet on life too. Every time I wake up in the morning, leave the house to make a client call or simply go out to jog, I bet on life and trusting that all will be well. For in spite of your hard rock faith, there are things that may inevitably go against your way. That is life, and that is my sense and sensibility for the day.Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Life , Online
Companionship: A Basic Human Need
2007-12-05 16:23:00 Having someone wonder where you are when you don't come home at night is a very old human need. ~Margaret MeadI wonder why Maslow did not place that on top of the hierarchy of needs? Margaret, on the other hand, succinctly said it well.I am glad that when I do come home from a long day at work, my son is always waiting for me. Although, on most nights during the week, I normally arrives home late and he?s already sound asleep. What normally pricks my heart is when the nanny would tell me that he fell asleep on the couch waiting for me. Now, that is a father and son relationship.What I actually long now, especially this particular cold night pounding the keyboards of my laptop, in my empty office, is someone waiting and wondering what time should I be home and won?t eat unless I join her. Ahhhh! That is so frustrating to even think. Again, just another taunting thoughts.Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Human , Basic , Companion
Pre-requisite Dating Fundamentals
2007-12-05 15:50:00 Today there are virtually unlimited resources available on the net regarding dating. Not only are those, events for singles where you can meet potential dates are being hosted everywhere, and facilitated by experts in the dating field. The Modern Man, an excellent dating resource on the net, has now dating coach Australia to help those needing their services in that beautiful continent. IMO, in spite of these available resources at your disposal, dating boils down to the fundamentals skills or know-how that one needs to get an ideal date and continue dating. What are these?Here are prerequisite dating fundamentals that you need to know and/or have:You should arm yourself with excellent conversation starters. Dan Bacon, a dating expert, has written an excellent article on this. His tips are easy to follow, IMO those will suffice. With this ice-breakers, you can easily put every woman you meet at ease with you; that is of course, if you employ them appropriately.You should know t... More About: Dating , Dati , Amen , Dame
Raising a kid without a mom
2007-12-02 15:14:00 I am not complaining here, lest you construe I am. I never wanted this.I grew up in a strong family that values love and unity regardless of harsh circumstances. That love should be the main bonding agent for any healthy relationship. That love can help people to weather out any harsh realities in life and come out stronger ?together. However, it did not work for me. The most difficult part is having my son caught in between. I am forced to see these realities in an entirely different way.Providing for my son?s material welfare is easy. But providing for his emotional needs is another. He definitely needs his mom. The only consolation that I take from this, which is selfish actually, is he is with me, and come high waters ?I will stick it out for him. Nah! Forgive me for this too personal confession. I had to assure myself that everything will be fine for both of us, especially for him.Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs
Termites Terminator Website
2007-12-02 06:16:00 My sister called me recently complaining again about the proliferation of termites in her kitchen cabinets. Her dependency with me has never outgrew her. Every time she needs something fix, like a plumbing problem, instead of a plumber, she?s opt to call me. This time, a perennial termites problem. Anyways, like a good older brother, I always made sure that I attend to her request.Before I went to her house, I hit on my computer and browse the internet about termites, and the directory of local pest control outfit. The good thing though, I got all the information I need through a great site dedicated to terminating termites. ^^, Yeah. Here is an excellent online resource for you folks concerning almost everything about these pesky creatures and how you can get rid of them.Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Website , Terminator , Termites
A Reflective Sunday: Sayin? a Little Prayer
2007-12-02 05:58:00 Don't pray when it rains if you don't pray when the sun shines.~Satchel PaigeWhen was the last time you prayed earnestly to God, which is, praying in act of humility and worship?For quite awhile, I must confess, I stopped praying. It is not that I stopped believing too, it is simply an attitude toward it. For, like many of us, I pray this way more often:Prayer is JUST a way to ?place my order? with God. But that?s how some people pray. They pray only because they?d like to have something they don?t have. Only because they?d rather not have something they do have. Only because someone is bugging them and they need to have God straighten that person out. Only because they don?t want to have to go through the hard times. I don?t believe in that kind of prayer. ~AnonymousGod deserves more than being treated like a drive-through burger chain or a 24-hour call pizza delivery hotline. God deserves a prayerful person with a worshipful heart. For in essence, the first intention of... More About: Sunday
Second Wedding on the Beach
2007-11-29 23:24:00 Should I decide to marry again, we?d do it on the beach. Simple, romantic , and letting the sea witness our exchanging of wedding vows. Don?t get me wrong, ultimately what ii more important to me is what goes on after the wedding ceremony. Nah. ^^, It?s not what you are thinking dude. That usually takes precedence over the ceremony. XD Kidding aside, what I meant is the marriage relationship.However, should I wed again I will let my future bride to have the privilege of planning the wedding and picking unique wedding favors. Besides, that is every bride?s dream, right? Incidentally, wedding planning is a lot easier and fun for her because there is a very useful site to refer from -Truly Wedding Favors. Wedding ideas, tips, plans, motif, favors and gifts are laid out there in easy to peruse way. The site is an excellent resource for wedding planning. It has even a blog that is very insightful. With that, I am sure that my future bride will go with the wedding plan in ... More About: Beach
Can you dance better than yourself?
2007-11-29 23:01:00 ?I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself.? Mikhail BaryshnikovHow many time have you heard of these phrases coming from someone whom you trust or love: How come he is better than you are? Faster than your are? Smarter than you are? Prettier than you are? Richer than you are? And you may add on the list. Personally, I hate being compared to anyone. How about you?Although looking at others to be challenged or be encouraged is good, however it is better to compare ourselves with what we are capable of or with the extent of our potentials. Like Mikhail, we can excel if we try to dance better than ourselves. Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Dance
Completing My Wish List
2007-11-29 00:44:00 I am done with my Christmas Gifts list for my friends and family, and most of which from couponchief.com. Now, it is just but fitting to buy myself my own gifts. Right?I have been working my ass-off the whole year round. Plus, raising a healthy and vibrant baby boy is not easy mind you. I guess, it is time to reward myself. It is time to complete my wish list. Let me see. Hmmm.I have been drooling over that new model of Inspiron Notebbok to replace my old laptop. With that, I can avail of the $200 dollar discount from a Dell Coupon. Not bad.Next on the list, is a brand new printer? Ahah! HP would be a good brand to try and let go of my old noisy printer. I?d better look into that HP coupons and see what they have to offer.Time to online shop for myself folks. ^^,Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: List
Humility: A Lost Art?
2007-11-29 00:15:00 We have prided ourselves to live in a society of educated, sophisticated, and modern people. However, does it justify our rudeness, our unforgiving attitude, or our self-serving personality? Humility is a virtue that needed to be rediscovered in our lives. It needs to be cultivated if we desire to live peacefully and in accord with our community. How do we start?We can start by being sensitive to others feelings and stature. To illustrate this point, I came across a story* about Professor Stuart Blackie of the University of Edinburg who,many years ago, was listening to his students as they presented oral readings. When one young man rose to begin his recitation, he held his book in the wrong hand. The professor thundered, ?Take your book in your right hand, and be seated!?At this harsh rebuke, the student held up his right arm. He did not have a right hand! The other students shifted uneasily in their chairs. For a moment, the professor hesitated. The he made his way to th... More About: Lost
Perfect Holiday Gifts for My Sister-in-Laws
2007-11-28 04:33:00 Opening of gifts during on Christmas day is one of the things that I truly enjoy when visiting my brothers in Hawaii to celebrate the holidays. We try to outwit each other. It was always the fun and sheer joys of giving unique gifts make my ?expensive trip? to Hawaii memorable and worthwhile.I been racking my brains on what I should give my sister-in-laws, until a break came in recently. How about Prima Donna Bras? How about sexy lingeries? Why not. I am trying to imagine my brothers? reactions on this, equally of their wives. Those are quite ?intimate ? gifts don?t you think? Hmmm. But heck, they are worthwhile gifts considering the brand -Bits of Lace- that came with them. Surely, those will delight them. Besides, the recent pictures I got, they have gained weight significantly and I am sure these gifts will suit them. Oh, I can?t wait. ^_^Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Holiday , Gifts , Laws , Perfect , Sister
Work should be fun!
2007-11-28 04:27:00 Work is either fun or drudgery. It depends on your attitude. I like fun.- Colleen C. Barrett Freelance can be exacting at times. I may be my own boss, however when I am with a client, that changes everything. In my effort to please them, I imposed in me ?servitude? attitude. That should not be the case. For it robs me of joy in working and makes things drudgery.I had to check myself and shift gear. Change my mindset, change my attitude, and realign my perspective about my job, and the tasks at hand.Now, if you will excuse me, I have tons of things to do here. ^^,Related posts:Rethinking Freelance work & Small Business Management -Part 2How to Find & Fix Attitude ProblemsPersonal AccountabilityProcrastinationImportance of Business Palnning: A Practical PerspectiveKindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Work
Holiday Vacation with my Son
2007-11-27 16:20:00 My son and I will be spending the holidays in Hawaii, hopefully. A once a year trip that I used to do alone, but am so darn glad that my son is old enough to travel with me.Actually, I have started preparing for this 2-week vacation a couple of months ago. As the holidays approach, I am becoming more excited and lonelier at the same time. Excited, because this would be our first father and son bonding activity. Lonelier, because I thought It would have been better it his mom is with us. Ahh. Okey, that is another story.Anyways, I am sure this will still be a memorable trip, especially for my son for he will be meeting his cousins for the first time.We will be exploring the islands, that is why I had my staff arranged for the Hotel Reservations in advance for our stay in Honolulu and avail of great discounts. The plane tickets were already purchased in advance, to avail of discounts too, and use my credit card mileage earned points, of course. I think, with that, we are set to g... More About: Holiday , Vacation
Mistakes: My Stepping Stones to Improvement and Success
2007-11-27 16:13:00 ?Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to success.? ~Dale CarnegieSometimes work can be frustrating, and clients can be too unreasonable. One error, a small mistake, can be slapped to you as a sign of incompetence. ?This is merely a little setback,? I would try to convince myself; ?this too can be a stepping stone for something greater!?Indeed! A glitch, a mistake, an error, can always be remedied, if not, it can be turned into an opportunity to improve. It is not easy, I must confess. If not for the project (and the bucks money involve plus my credibility), you can almost, instantly yell back and declare with indignation, to err is human ?I am not a machine, I am not perfect! These things can always happen, and it will be rectified! However, that is not case. Nevertheless, it is better to accept these mistakes with humility, learn from them, and keep the goodwill of the client.How's your day at work?Kindly visit th... More About: Success , Improvement , Prove , Stakes , Mista
StoryMash: Write your story and Earn
2007-11-27 01:42:00 Do you have a knack for writing fiction? Or, you simply love story-telling? Either way, there is a good venue for you to publish your stories, get an audience, and earn on the side ?Story Mash .StoryMash is another ?story board? on the rise. However, relatively over a month old, this fiction writers? portal is gaining popularity. Joining is free, and anyone can participate, writer or not.If you are a writer, publish a chapter of your story and let the community dictate the direction/s of your story line ?interesting huh. The best thing about this is it is an excellent venue to test the readability and acceptability of your story. Anybody can rate, comment, and add a competing chapter to your story. This way, you will see if your chapter can make it to the popular story path. More so, you get paid over 50% of all revenue, based on the ranking success of each of your chapters and you retain the copyright, of course.To encourage other aspiring fiction writers out there, StoryMash is ... More About: Write , Earn
Sleeping Child: I wish I could?
2007-11-26 16:47:00 The milky way upon the HeavensIs twinkling just for youAnd mr. moon he came byTo say goodnight to youI?ll sing for you i?llSing for motherWe?re praying for the worldAnd for the people everywhereGonna show them all we careOh my sleeping child the world?s so wildBut you?ve build your own paradiseThat?s one reason why I?ll cover you sleeping child(MLTR)I love humming that song while I bade my son to sleep. You know, I envied him, especially when he is asleep. I normally watch him till my eyelids drop and I wandr off ot my own dreamland.What is so amazing about a child sleeping, and I wish I had? A few thoughts came to mind tonight:It is free of worries.It is a very peaceful rest.It is pure and innocent.It is so calm that I am so envious about it.Shhhhhh.Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Sleeping , Child
Snowman in my son's room?
2007-11-26 01:03:00 I recently saw a TV commercial where a boy, in a tropical country, was seen playing at the front lawn with make-believe snowman. He was in a full-clad snow-attire with a matching pair of ear mops, while her mom, amused of his activity, thought of giving his son a surprise treat. She made a macaroni salad, to his delight, and the Father collaborated by showering the front lawn with fake snow as they were about to eat dinner. The boy was of course so thrilled and excited.Incidentally, my son, who was watching with me that time, was equally thrilled and amused about what he saw. That gave me an idea. Yeah. Why not recreate a snow-filled environment in my son?s room with InstaSnow, and build a huge hugable snowman there? I am sure he will be much delighted. Splendid idea! Anyway, InstaSnow is safe and affordable. Now we can open our gifts and have dinner on a ?white Christmas eve. ^^,Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Room , Snowman
Kiss me on a Monday, for it is my Day of Rest
2007-11-26 00:32:00 You will find me odd, but among the days of the week, Monday is my considered day of rest. Well, I still go to work, or should I say, I still work. I am a freelancer and I am not tied-up with a 5-9 job. However, in spite of this, the pressure to get results is greater. So set aside Monday as my rest-day. Here are several reasons why:I do not set appointments on Mondays, unless necessary or I am obligated by a client.I spend half-day reviewing my previous week?s performance or accomplishments. You might consider that work ?I don?t. Reviewing allows your mind to slacken from the pressure of meeting deadlines and look on the tasks in a fresher way. It is not work.I spend the other half of the day planning and prioritizing my week?s tasks and appointments. That is not also work per se, at least in my perspective. It is said that 80% of our tasks are accomplished well on time if we spend at least 20% of the time planning (pareto principle in action , I suppose).Lastly, I spend ... More About: Kiss , Rest
Investing for the Unforeseen
2007-11-25 00:20:00 Some unforeseen events are inevitable in life. In fact, they are a part of our lives. They sometimes break our daily monotonous grinds. However, we always dreaded these unforeseen events. Even though life insurance, property insurance, home insurance, car insurance, pet insurance, travel insurance, etc., are readily available to us but ironically, only a few of us invest on these.Insurance is an investment of the unforeseen. This is our way of safeguarding our interest and that of our love ones. Insurance cushioned the impact of undesirable events. For example, a comprehensive insurance coverage for your car can actually saved you so much in cases of accidents for a little investment on the premium. Compare car insurance and get what suit you; and you might as well do a comparison for your other insurance needs.Take another look. Don?t count insurance premiums as an expense in your ledger but money invested wisely for the unforeseen. Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Y... More About: Investing
A Reflective Sunday: Forgiveness
2007-11-24 23:53:00 "Without being forgiven, released from the consequences of what we have done, our capacity to act would, as it were, be confined to a single deed from which we could never recover; we would remain the victims of its consequences forever, not unlike the sorcerer?s apprentice, who lacked the magic formula to break the spell. "~Hannah Arendt Being forgiven and being forgiving are inseparable. No one who receives forgiveness can possibly deny others their forgiveness; it is the order of things, the natural law.We err because we are humans. We falter, we fail, and we commit unaccounted blunders, but each time we sought forgiveness from the Almighty, we are always forgiven. Hence, the same courtesy should be extended to others. Besides, is it not embedded in the Lord?s Prayer???forgive us from our trespasses, as we forgive those who have sinned against us.?When was the last time you have forgiven somebody?Kindly visit these cool BLOGS too: ^^, Yuppies caFe HRM Business Practices Briefs More About: Sunday , Forgiveness
After Thanksgiving Dinner Talks
2007-11-23 07:33:00 During the holiday, we have entertained many visitors in my folks? home. Friends and family members gathered for a thanksgiving celebration. What I always anticipated in that once a year gathering is the exchanges of talks, stories, informal planning for next year?s thanksgiving or for the Christmas holidays, and other personal developments on each of those who are present. Incidentally, this year the highlight of the after dinner?s discussion was on renovating houses, in this instance ?my folks? house, where I grew up, is the center piece.While my parents maintain a large house, we have not paid much attention to the 3 bathrooms located in each of the three bedrooms. When the issue came up on how big should a bathroom be, my sister offered to have the bathrooms renovated at her expense. I was relieved because I do not have to shed a penny. ^^,Her idea came about when she noticed that the taps on her bathtub were frozen already with rust and the fixtures needing replacements. ... More About: Thanksgiving , Dinner , Hank
A Thanksgiving Reflection: Why Does God allow Suffering?
More articles from this author:2007-11-22 08:02:00 It is Thanksgiving Day and everyone is supposed to be thankful but I had to raise this issue: why does god allow suffering? (I hope it did not ruin your appetite, forgive me.) The question I am raising is both a theological and a practical question, and needing an answer on both directions. Why does God allow pain and suffering if he is a just and a loving God?Have you considered figuring out why the children of a remote village in Africa are dying of hunger, or those from a hidden valley in India are plagued with diseases with no one reaching out for them. Is there an end on the middle-east conflict between the Palestinian races? Why does an innocent child contract HIV? A loving parent suffers from a malignant cancer? Have you paused to ask why these things are happening?Is it correct to suppose that God allows suffering arbitrarily? To me, this question raises even the issue on the existence of God. I will not attempt to answer nor pretend to know the answer on these issue... More About: Reflection , Suffering , Hank , Erin 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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