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A Family Tradition

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Families are dear to our hearts. We were taught and we saw it from our parents, specially from mom and dad Valencia, that we can always have a reason to spend time together as a family. This tradition we continue to uphold. Last Wednesday, we invited the Geronimo and San Diego family for lunch at the Max's in Roces Avenue. We specially welcome Edwina, Allan's mom, who resides in Los Angeles. She's here for a Christmas vacation and to be with Allan and Monica and hold in her arms for the first time, Xander, her precious grandson. We enjoyed each others company. The food was, of course, delicious and filling. Thanks to the Geronimo family for the opportunity to host them for lunch. Hopefully, it is not the last but the start of many more time together. Going forward and unstoppable, Jimmy P.S. Blessings to Edwina as she goes back to LA next week. May the Lord, who has healed you, continue to give you the grace to go on and the strength to o...

Merry Christmas

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Hi there. I wish you a Merry Christmas today. You know what? It's really a merry, merry day because we remember and celebrate the birth of a Saviour, Jesus, who came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. This wonderful "life" was stolen from us in the garden but God, our Creator, has a plan so perfect that one day He will redeem us from our sinful life to become the person He created us to be. His only plan was to send His one and only begotten Son, Jesus, who became like one of us to redeem us. In behalf of my family, we greet you well and may you have a meaningful and precious Merry Christmas. Your unstoppable friend, Jimmy P.S. I received a gift from my daughters + son-in-law today. A pair of "Sanuk" Shoes. One that I have been dreaming of using one day. God knows our needs indeed! Thanks Rache, Steph and Nica+Allan.

Work-At-Home Scams To Avoid

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Having an extra cash is something we always want. More so if you're already retired. People in this category usually look for ways to earn. Normally it is by working at home. If you scan the web, there are plenty of these jobs being peddled. Some are true, many are not.  How do one know which is real? The offer is so good, one can't help but take the bait. This is what happened to Pat Colucci (see article below).  I too, have considered working-at-home. Earning passive income by blogging was a real option I considered. The question was: How?  A friend of mine introduced me to Bo Sanchez , a Catholic lay preacher, who has about 12 income streams mostly internet-based like Truly Rich Club . Bo talks a lot about Jomar Hilario , his online marketing mentor. That's when I got involved with Jomar.  Knowing who your mentor helps a lot in achieving your goal. There is no short-cut to earning extra cash and being financially stable. It requires a lot of work. I st...

ACCEPTANCE

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I am posting this article from one of my favorite author/speaker, Francis Kong. The only reason why I am doing this is because I am challenged by the story of the soldier, who was rejected by the father. Many times I reject people simply because they are annoying to me or they bother me. I feel sad about this. If I truly have the love of God in my heart, I must change. I must love others unconditionally like Jesus loved me. I know it will be easier said than done but I must love the way Jesus loved. I pray that you too will be inspired when you read this as I have been.  Here's the blog by Francis Kong: Here is an old story. I have used this in my radio program and I would like to share this with you. A story is told about a soldier who was finally coming home after having fought in Vietnam. He called his parents from San Francisco. "Mom and dad, I’m coming home, but I’ve a favor to ask. I have a friend I’d like to bring home with me." "Sure," ...

Face of tyranny

Face of tyranny I appreciate this article so much. It presents what is really behind our President P-Noy's reason why he is lambasting the Arroyo appointed Justices of the Supreme Court. What they decide on affects all our lives, none exempted. I like what the author said: " When government issues a patently unjust decree, the people may challenge it and bring the case to court. When the Supreme Court makes a patently unjust ruling, what can anyone do about it? What can the flight attendants do after the Supreme Court decided to reopen a case it had ruled upon with finality three times in their favor because of a letter from Estelito Mendoza importuning it to do so? Legally at least, the flight attendants know that the resolution of their case—if it ever comes to that— rests on the same Court that has been screwing them." This is indeed tyranny to the highest level. Who can challenge the Supreme Court? It's a good thing we have a president that does. I hope an...

Pictures Paint A Thousand Words

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Pictures speak a thousand words. Whenever we go on tour, cameras will always be part of it, an important part of the tour. Today’s technology makes it easy to record events and actions on digital cameras. Here are some pictures I took about our staff at Uno Overseas. These are unique and they deliver a message. Whenever I take pictures, I always look for a theme and there is a story behind it. So let me share my story with you.  This is my favorite. All three ladies in their best form, promise. Berna is the professional one, the favorite photographer of the group. Dez is the chronicler of the group. I think she took pictures of all the things we did. Joy is the only one who was using a video to record every movement the group makes. Looks like she is having a hard time focusing. Tony knows how to make himself seen. El Jay is surely taking photo of his darling, bet you. Mercy is not to be left behind. Take it easy Candy....

Grateful for the Tour

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It was just an idea. The prospect of travel for the staff of Uno Overseas was just an idea. Sometime in August this year, the company also gave us a treat. We went to Boracay for a week of vacation. But this time, we thought of traveling  to Hongkong. Why not? At the Hong Kong Airport on our arrival So it was just an idea that became reality when out of the blue, our lawyer, Atty. Lucy Labad, told us of her tour to Hongkong. That was the clincher. So, we booked ourselves, on this tour that will take us to Hongkong, Macau and to Shenzen, China. Maritess posing with the lady from mainland China in her native dress As I am writing this in our hotel here in Shenzen, I can’t help but thank God for the blessing. My wife and I are grateful for the chance to travel together with the wonderful staff of Uno. We had fun together traveling on MTR (Metro trains) in Hongkong, shopping at Mongkok,  and ending our exciting time in Disneyland. The last leg was traveling ...