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I am confused. A blogger friend told me about another "free social networking and micro-blogging service that allows users to send updates (otherwise known as plurks) through short messages or links". Messages "can be up to 140 text characters in length". Accordingly, wikipedia says that plurk "updates are then shown on the user's home page using a time line which lists all the updates received in chronological order, and delivered to other users who have signed up to receive them. Users can respond to other users' updates from their timeline through the Plurk.com website, by instant messaging", or by SMS messaging. Furthermore, wiki says, PLURK stands for: P eace L ove U nity R espect K arma Here's more from wikipedia: "Plurk was developed by and envisioned as a communication medium meant to form a balance between blogs and social networks, and between e-mail messaging and instant messaging. After months of development,

The Man I Love is a Song of longing The Man I Love (Billie Holiday) Someday he'll come along The man I love And he'll be big and strong The man I love And when he comes my way I'll do my best to make him stay He'll look at me and smile I'll understand And in a little while He'll take my hand And though it seems absurd I know we both won't say a word Maybe I shall meet him sunday Maybe monday Maybe not Still I'm sure to meet him one day Maybe tuesday Will be my good news day He'll build a little home Just meant for two From which I'll never roam Who would? Would you? And so all else above I'm waiting for.... The man I love. Cherish The Association Cherish is the word I use to describe All the feeling that I have hiding here for you inside You don't know how many times I've wished that I had told you You don't know how many times I've wished

I just need to talk about good things today to neutralize the negative and this means talking insignificant about myself for a change:-) Your Birth Month Says You're Selfless Tolerant and inspirational, you are wise beyond your years. You are universally sympathetic and a great humanitarian. Your soul reflects: Compassion, friendship, and secret love Your gemstone: Citrine Your flower: Chrysanthemum Your colors: Dark blue, red, and yellow What Does Your Birth Month Mean?

My Valentines Day movie I watched 'Body of Lies' as my Valentine Day movie. And I enjoyed it. Not only because it stars Leonardo Di Caprio, one of my favorite cinema artists but the story is so 'spy-sie' and yet relevantly true, vis-a-vis American political conduct in the Middle East. I also liked watching Persian born actress Golshifteh Farahani with Leonardo. There was chemistry between them, considering there were just a few scenes of them together. I also liked the fact that she reminds me of someoneI like very much as a person. Body of Lies "is a 2008 American spy film based on the novel of the same name by David Ignatius about a CIA operative who goes to Jordan to track a high-ranking terrorist. The film is directed by Ridley Scott, director of American Gangster and Black Hawk Down, written by William Monahan, and stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe, Vince Colosimo, and Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani. Production took pl ace in Washington D.C

 Is Valentines Day  actually a commercial crap invention? Some hints of truth here. But don't get me wrong, I still am all for romance but it takes more than flowers, chocolates and material things to make a relationship work meaningfully. Your Valentine's Day Personality is Practical As far as you're concerned, Valentine's Day is simply a commercial holiday. You don't place any real meaning on it. You don't think it deserves too much celebration. For you, Valentine's Day is just the day you avoid restaurants and candy stores. If you love someone, you already show it. You don't need to go all out for a silly holiday to prove your love. What's Your Valentine's Day Personality?

So very true or coincidence Your Life Path Number is 6 Your purpose in life is to help others You are very compassionate, and you offer comfort to those around you. It pains you to see other people hurting, and you do all in your power to help them. You take on responsibility, and you don't mind personal sacrifice. You are the ultimate giver. In love, you offer warmth and protection to your partner. You often give too much of yourself, and you rarely put your own needs first. Emotions tend to rule your decisions too much, especially when it comes to love. And while taking care of people is great, make sure to give them room to grow on their own. What Is Your Life Path Number?

There's a 55% Chance That You Need Therapy If you think you need therapy, you probably do. But there's a good chance you don't. Like everyone else, you have your fair share of problems. And unlike most people, you're fairly good at solving them yourself. Do You Need Therapy?

I used to read Edgar Cayce a lot. That's back when I had extraordinarily vivid dreams that were often psychic. Honest! You Were a Swan You are a spiritual soul who sees into the future. You are also good at interpreting dreams - those of yourself and others. What Animal Were You In a Past Life? Who is Edgar Cayce? See here and here .

Anger is normal but what about rage? I am slow to anger. As long as the other party is being honest with me. Without truth on both sides, it would not be possible to communicate on an equal footing. I think, unexpressed anger turns into rage. But what is rage? "There is research available that suggests that suppressed anger is an underlying ingredient both of anxiety and of depression. Anger that is not expressed can kindle and erupt in a manner that disrupts relationships and can lead to a variety of medical problems. Frequently the underlying anger is related to a perceived loss of control over factors affecting our integrity—our beliefs and how we feel about ourselves". "In some cases, the anger has to do with the inability to meet unrealistic expectations (our own or those who have expectations of us). Rage is a shame-based expression of that anger. Rage is the accumulation of unexpressed anger and perceived disrespectful transactions that after multiple '

Something to think about: " Depression is rage directed inwards ." Words from Lorraine Bracco's character in the hit TV series, The Sopranos. Makes me think: Rage? Me? Could it be that I have an enormous amount of rage in my mind? By the way, The Sopranos is a TV series that "revolves around mobster Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini) and the difficulties he faces as he tries to balance the often conflicting requirements of his home life and the criminal organization he heads". The show is noted for TV writing that's "heavily symbolic and had large number of psychological, philosophical, social and political themes and motifs". "Frequently criticized for allegedly perpetuating negative stereotypes about Italian Americans. In 2000, Essex County officials denied producers permission to film on county-owned property, arguing that the show depicts Italian Americans in a "less than favorable light." "The Sopranos is the most fin

This post is dedicated to one of the best, if not the best entrecard dropper, ever for this blog. Windmill on the Hill or Windmill, as he is also known is the man behind the "thousand voices talking perfectly loud". He thinks , "nobody ever hears him". On the contrary, it looks like he has gained so many blogging friends along the way. That sure includes me. Thanks so much Windy. My sincere appreciation Windmill on the hill !!! I must not also forget to apologize for failing to return Windmill's daily drops. As previously mentioned somewhere in this blog, access to our computer has been deadly tough lately. Aside from that, it was nearly impossible to do ec dropping on this blog. Some technical issues I had with my ibanag in the city ec account got in the way. But since all these seem to have been resolved lately, I hope I will do better from now on. Cheers!

And I really thought he was the real deal In 2006, when my daughter was based in Jakarta, Indonesia, she spent her free time reading books that "helped her get educated in personal finances". I didn't know that she was reading Robert Kiyosaki, of the Rich Dad Poor Dad series. In fact, at about the same time a former colleague of mine, an IT expert, first mentioned it to me. That friend was all praises for Kiyosaki for all his practical advice on entrepreneurship. That was that. Before proceeding to Singapore, where she is now based, my daughter decided to send back home her extra baggage. From the large pile of books, I found in her possession many, many books by Kiyosaki and loads of reading materials on 'financial freedom'. To make this story short, I read the Kiyosaki books until I was almost convinced. I thought about posting some of the more interesting information I got along my reading journey. As a final step, I decided to google Robert Kiyos

Some of us are helping get this book called The Y Factor in the hands of as many individuals as possible. For those who may be interested in understanding the Filipino youth - why they act the way they do or why they seem to be so hooked on themselves first and look at others later, this book can serve as a road map to guide the way. If a son, a daughter, or a relative in your life is kind of acting differently at this time, wait no more, The Youth Factor may just help solve the puzzle. Proceeds from all book sales will benefit the youth activities and programs of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco. For sales inquiries, please email: youthfactorbooksales@gmail.com Thank you.