Friends are flower in garden of life
They help you through time of trouble and strife
There's nothing like friends to make a heart sing
True friends will share with you most everything
They will not abandon you in time of need
They aren't overcome by envy or greed
Friends are the icing on life's great big cake
Real friend will give and allow you to take
I don't know how I can survive without friends
They applause my beginning and mourn my sad ends
Tell me, please tell me what would I do
If I don't have a garden full of flower like you
Friday, July 27, 2007
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Year of Breaktrough
" I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight: I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron:
And I will give thee the treasures of darkness, and hidden riches of secret places, that thou mayest know that I, the LORD, which call thee by thy name, am the God of Israel. " ( Isaiah 45:2-3 )
This year will be a Year of Breakthrough. Breakthrough in spiritual life, economy, family relations in everything of our struggles. When this message was given, I said in my heart "I do, yes Lord.. I do need a breakthrough....!!". I don't know, It just sound so nice in my ears. I have been waiting for these word. It seems represents all of my struggles lately. I have a lot of problems nowadays. Economy, my future, families, friends, ministry etc. It just make me headache, dizzy. But this message makes me awake. I realize that God loves me so, that He would do and provide everything that I need. This year will be a great year, a breakthrough of all my life. This is what I believe and prayed.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Humility
Acknowledging that achievement results from the investment of others in our lives.
You’ve often heard it said, “There’s no I in Team.” Truly, in order to be successful,
an athletic team needs to play as one unit, not just as individuals, no matter
how talented those individuals may be.
You’ve often heard it said, “There’s no I in Team.” Truly, in order to be successful,
an athletic team needs to play as one unit, not just as individuals, no matter
how talented those individuals may be.
Being humble does not mean that we have to put ourselves down; it simply means that we recognize the value of others in our lives.
A humble person is usually someone we enjoy being around because they avoid arrogance and are genuinely interested in others.
To practice Humility, “I will” statements for children and adults alike --
I will…
Remember what others have done for me
Not boast or brag
Serve without being recognized
Pass on praise to others
Take responsibility for my actions
Practice humility by focusing outward, recognizing how important others are in our lives, and by letting them know they are valued.
“To become truly great,
one has to stand with people,
not above them.”
-Charles de Montesquieu
Thursday, May 24, 2007
FISH AND WATER
One day at a river side, a Father and his 10 years old son was discussing about the river.
“You see son, water is very important in lives. Without water we all will suffer and die”, the father start. At the same time, a little fish was listening the conversation. He wondered and worryied about what water is and how it became so important in lives. The little fish was so curious and asked all his fishfriends he met. “Hey, do you know where water is? I’ve heard human said that without it we all gonna die…” he shouted. All the fish came and discuss this issued. They began to worried and think where the water is. Suddenly one fish broke out the crowd. “Why don’t we go to Old Frey near the cliff. He is the oldest fish in this river, maybe he can help us..”. All the fish agreed and went to the cliff to find Old Frey. “Old Frey!! Old Frey!!” They shouted. Old Frey came out and found the fishcrowd. “Old Frey, do you know where water is, we just heard from human that without water we all gonna die” The Little fish start. After taking a deep breath the Old Frey respond. “Don’t you worry my fishfellow It is true without water we all gonna die. But the water is surrounding you. It has been with us since the beginning. You just didn’t realize that...”
Sometimes we human are just like that little fish. We asking and searching about the meaning of life, about happiness. We just don’t realize that we live in it. Life and happiness are surrounding us as long as we open our heart and mind.
"Being happy requires looking for the good things. One person see a beautiful view and the other sees a dirty window, choose what to see and think. It’s all come back to you.
You are what you see and think about yourself.
Monday, May 14, 2007
Memo from God
To: YOU
Date: TODAY
From: God
Subject: YOURSELF
Reference: LIFE
Date: TODAY
From: God
Subject: YOURSELF
Reference: LIFE
I am God. Today I will be handling all of your problems. Please remember that I do not need your help. If life happens to deliver a situation to you that you cannot handle, do not attempt to resolve it. Kindly put it in the SFGTD (something for God to do) box. All situations will be resolved, but in My time, not yours. Once the matter is placed into the box, do not hold onto it by worrying about it. Instead, focus on all the wonderful things that are present in your life now.
If you find yourself stuck in traffic; Don't despair. There are people in this world for whom driving is an unheard of privilege.
Should you have a bad day at work; Think of the man who has been out of work for years.
Should you despair over a relationship gone bad; Think of the person who has never known what it's like to love and be loved in return.
Should you grieve the passing of another weekend; Think of the woman in dire straits, working twelve hours a day, seven days a week to feed her children.
Should your car break down, leaving you miles away from assistance; Think of the paraplegic who would love the opportunity to take that walk.
Should you notice a new gray hair in the mirror; Think of the cancer patient in chemo who wishes she had hair to examine.
Should you find yourself at a loss and pondering what is life all about, asking what is my purpose? Be thankful. There are those who didn't live long enough to get the opportunity.
Should you find yourself the victim of other people's bitterness, ignorance, smallness or insecurities; Remember, things could be worse. You could be one of them!
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
America vs. Russia
The Americans and Russians, at the height of the arms race, realized that if they continued in the usual manner they were going to blow up the whole world.
One day they sat down and decided to settle the whole dispute with one dog fight. They'd have five years to breed the best fighting dog in the world and whichever side's dog won would be entitled to dominate the world. The losing side would have to lay down its arms.
The Russians found the biggest, meanest Doberman and Rottweiler ------- in the world and bred them with the biggest meanest Siberian wolves. They selected only the biggest and strongest puppy from each litter, killed his siblings, and gave him all the milk. They used steroids and trainers and after five years came up with the biggest meanest dog the world had ever seen. Its cage needed steel bars that were three inches thick and nobody could get near it.
When the day came for the fight, the Americans showed up with a strange animal. It was a nine-foot long Dachshund. Everyone felt sorry for the Americans because they knew there was no way that this dog could possibly last ten seconds with the Russian dog.
When the cages were opened up, the Dachshund came out and wrapped itself around the outside of the ring. It had the Russian dog almost completely surrounded. When the Russian dog leaned over to bite the Dachshund's neck, the Dachshund reached out and consumed the Russian dog in one bite. There was nothing left at all of the Russian dog.
The Russians came up to the Americans, shaking their heads in disbelief. `We don't understand how this could have happened. We had our best people working for five years with the meanest Doberman and Rottweiler ------- in the world and the biggest, meanest Siberian wolves."
"That's nothing," an American replied. "We had our best plastic surgeons working for five years to make an alligator look like a Dachshund."
One day they sat down and decided to settle the whole dispute with one dog fight. They'd have five years to breed the best fighting dog in the world and whichever side's dog won would be entitled to dominate the world. The losing side would have to lay down its arms.
The Russians found the biggest, meanest Doberman and Rottweiler ------- in the world and bred them with the biggest meanest Siberian wolves. They selected only the biggest and strongest puppy from each litter, killed his siblings, and gave him all the milk. They used steroids and trainers and after five years came up with the biggest meanest dog the world had ever seen. Its cage needed steel bars that were three inches thick and nobody could get near it.
When the day came for the fight, the Americans showed up with a strange animal. It was a nine-foot long Dachshund. Everyone felt sorry for the Americans because they knew there was no way that this dog could possibly last ten seconds with the Russian dog.
When the cages were opened up, the Dachshund came out and wrapped itself around the outside of the ring. It had the Russian dog almost completely surrounded. When the Russian dog leaned over to bite the Dachshund's neck, the Dachshund reached out and consumed the Russian dog in one bite. There was nothing left at all of the Russian dog.
The Russians came up to the Americans, shaking their heads in disbelief. `We don't understand how this could have happened. We had our best people working for five years with the meanest Doberman and Rottweiler ------- in the world and the biggest, meanest Siberian wolves."
"That's nothing," an American replied. "We had our best plastic surgeons working for five years to make an alligator look like a Dachshund."
Adventurous Dining
A man travels to Spain and goes to Pamplona during the great "running of the Bulls" festival.
After his first day there, he goes out late for dinner at a restuarant in the center of the town. He orders the house special and he is brought a plate ,with potatoes, corn, and two large meaty objects.
"What's this?" he asks.
"Cojones, senor," the waiter replies.
"What are cojones?" the man asks.
"Cojones," the waiter explains, "are the testicles of the bull who lost at the arena this afternoon."
At first the man is disgusted, but being the adventurous type, he decides to try this local delicacy. To his amazement, it is quite delicious. In fact, it is so good that he decides to come back again the next night and order it again. This time, the waiter brings out the plate, but the meaty objects are much smaller.
"What's this?" he asks the waiter.
"Cojones, senor," the waiter replies.
"No, no," the man objects. "I had cojones yesterday and they were much bigger than these."
"Senor," the waiter explains, "the bull does not lose every time."
After his first day there, he goes out late for dinner at a restuarant in the center of the town. He orders the house special and he is brought a plate ,with potatoes, corn, and two large meaty objects.
"What's this?" he asks.
"Cojones, senor," the waiter replies.
"What are cojones?" the man asks.
"Cojones," the waiter explains, "are the testicles of the bull who lost at the arena this afternoon."
At first the man is disgusted, but being the adventurous type, he decides to try this local delicacy. To his amazement, it is quite delicious. In fact, it is so good that he decides to come back again the next night and order it again. This time, the waiter brings out the plate, but the meaty objects are much smaller.
"What's this?" he asks the waiter.
"Cojones, senor," the waiter replies.
"No, no," the man objects. "I had cojones yesterday and they were much bigger than these."
"Senor," the waiter explains, "the bull does not lose every time."
The Four Gentlements
These 4 gents go out to play golf one sunny morning. One is detained in the clubhouse, and the other three are discussing their children while walking to the first tee.
"My son Kent," says one, "has made quite a name for himself in the home-building industry. He began as a carpenter, but now owns his own design and construction firm. He's so successful in fact, in the last year he was able to give a good friend a brand new home as a gift."
The second man, no to be out done, tells how his son began his career as a car salesman, but now owns a multi-line dealership. "Norm's so successful, in fact, in the last six months he gave his friend two brand new cars as a gift."
The third man's son, Greg, has worked his way up through a stock brokerage, and in the last few weeks has given a good friend a large stock portfolio as a gift.
As the fourth man arrives at the tee, another tells him that they have been discussing their progeny and asks what line his son is in.
"To tell the truth, I'm not very pleased with how my son turned out," he replies. "For 15 years, Chico's been a hairdresser, and I've just recently discovered he's gay. However, on the bright side, he must be good at what he does because his last three boyfriends have given him a brand new house, two cars, and a big pile of stock certificates."
"My son Kent," says one, "has made quite a name for himself in the home-building industry. He began as a carpenter, but now owns his own design and construction firm. He's so successful in fact, in the last year he was able to give a good friend a brand new home as a gift."
The second man, no to be out done, tells how his son began his career as a car salesman, but now owns a multi-line dealership. "Norm's so successful, in fact, in the last six months he gave his friend two brand new cars as a gift."
The third man's son, Greg, has worked his way up through a stock brokerage, and in the last few weeks has given a good friend a large stock portfolio as a gift.
As the fourth man arrives at the tee, another tells him that they have been discussing their progeny and asks what line his son is in.
"To tell the truth, I'm not very pleased with how my son turned out," he replies. "For 15 years, Chico's been a hairdresser, and I've just recently discovered he's gay. However, on the bright side, he must be good at what he does because his last three boyfriends have given him a brand new house, two cars, and a big pile of stock certificates."
How To Prepare For A New Cat
1. Take cold chicken and stars soup straight from the can and splash it across the carpet and the foot of the bed and then walk in it in the dark with your socks on.
2. Set up a mouse trap at the foot of the bed each night so that if you move a toe one inch while you are sleeping, you are sure to get snapped.
3. Cover all your best suits with cat hair. Dark suits must use white hair, and light suits must use dark hair. Also, float some hair in your first cup of coffee in the morning.
4. Put everything cat-toy sized into a water bowl to marinate.
5. Practice cutting your chicken into teeny tiny bites so that when they steal, it won't be the whole breast.
6. Tip over a basket of clean laundry, and scatter clothing all over the floor.
7. Leave your underwear on the living room floor, because that's where the cat will drag it anyway (especially when you have company).
8. Jump out of your chair shortly before the end of your favorite TV program and run to the t.v. shouting "No! No! Don't chew on the electric cord!" Miss the end of the program.
9. Put chocolate pudding on the carpet in the corner of the living room in the morning and don't try to clean it up until you return from work that evening.
10. Gouge the surface of the dining room table several times with an exacto knife. It's going to get scratched anyway.
11. Practice searching every closet and open cabinet door before you shut it.
Little Turtle
Deep within a forest a little turtle began to climb a tree. After hours of effort he reached the top, jumped into the air waving his front legs and crashed to the ground.
After recovering, he slowly climbed the tree again, jumped, and fell to the ground. The turtle tried again and again while a couple of birds sitting on a branch watched his sad efforts.
Finally, the female bird turned to her mate. "Dear," she chirped, "I think it's time to tell him he's adopted."
Thursday, April 19, 2007
True Love
Love is very patient and kind,
never jealous or envious,
never boastful or proud,
never haughty or selfish or rude.
Love does not demand its own way.
It is not irritable or touchy.
It does not hold grudges
and will hardly even notice
when others do it wrong.
It is never glad about injustice,
but rejoices whenever truth wins out.
If you love someone
you will be loyal to him
no matter what the cost.
You will always believe in him,
Always expect the best of him
and always stand your ground
in defending him.
All the special gifts
and powers from God
will someday come to an end,
but love goes on forever.
The Living Bible
I Corinthians 13:4-8
never jealous or envious,
never boastful or proud,
never haughty or selfish or rude.
Love does not demand its own way.
It is not irritable or touchy.
It does not hold grudges
and will hardly even notice
when others do it wrong.
It is never glad about injustice,
but rejoices whenever truth wins out.
If you love someone
you will be loyal to him
no matter what the cost.
You will always believe in him,
Always expect the best of him
and always stand your ground
in defending him.
All the special gifts
and powers from God
will someday come to an end,
but love goes on forever.
The Living Bible
I Corinthians 13:4-8
Thursday, March 29, 2007
IT DOES MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD
IT DOES MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD, especially the thought at the end.1. Falling in love.
2. Laughing so hard your face hurts.3. A hot shower.4. No lines at the supermarket5. A special glance.6 Getting mail7. Taking a drive on a pretty road.8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio.9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside.10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer.11. Chocolate milkshake. (or vanilla or strawberry!)12. A bubble bath.13. Giggling.14. A good conversation.15. The beach16. Finding a 20 dollar bill in your coat from last winter.17. Laughing at yourself.18. Holding a newborn baby.19. Midnight phone calls that last for hours.20. Running through sprinklers.21. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all.22. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful.23. Laughing at an inside joke.24. Friends.25. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you.26. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep.27. Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner).28. Making new friends or spending time with old ones.29. Playing with a new puppy.30. Having someone play with your hair.31. Sweet dreams.32. Hot chocolate.33. Road trips with friends.34. Swinging on swings.35. Making eye contact with a cute stranger.36. Making chocolate chip cookies.37. Having your friends send you homemade cookies.38. Holding hands with someone you care about.39. Running into an old friend and realizing that some things (good or bad) never change.40. Watching the expression on someone's face as they open a much desired present from you.41. Watching the sunrise.42. Getting out of bed every morning and being grateful for another beautiful day.43. Knowing that somebody misses you.44. Getting a hug from someone you care about deeply.
45. Knowing you've done the right thing, no matter what other people think.
Thursday, March 22, 2007
BLESSING AND CALAMITY
In a tribal village there once lived four men, each with a particular limitation. The first was blind, the second couldn't hear, the third was lame, and the fourth man was a beggar. To this village came an angel in disguise. The angel asked each man what he wanted most.
Naturally the blind man replied, "My Sight!" The deaf man wanted his hearing, while the lame man wanted the use of his legs. The beggar asked for money to feed and clothe his family. To their surprise, the stranger granted each of their wishes. The men, in return, thanked the stranger and vowed never to forget his kindness.
Years later the angel returned. When the man who had been blind saw him, he thought, "He's probably come back to ask for money just because he did me a little favor." When the angel asked him how he was doing, the man who had received his sight answered, "Not well; I have to do everything for myself now. Nobody will help me anymore." "Very well," replied the angel, "then you shall have your blindness back." And with that the man became blind again. The man who had been deaf had a similar attitude when he saw the angel. "How is it to be able to hear?" asked the angel. "Oh, it has its disadvantages," complained the man. "So many sounds get on my nerves and keep me awake at night." "Very well," replied the angel, "then you shall have your hearing taken away from you." And the man was deaf once again! The lame man, too, was suspicious of the angel. "He probably wants me to do something for him just because he helped me a long time ago. Well, I'm too busy so I won't!" When the angel asked him how he liked using his legs, the man replied, "I can't run very fast, and at night they sometimes ache." And he suddenly found himself lame once again.
The angel finally visited the man who had been a beggar. He now lived in a beautiful house and dressed in fine clothes. The angel knocked on the door and asked for a drink of water. Although the man didn't recognize the angel, he invited him in and asked him to stay for dinner. "Why are you so kind?" asked the angel. "Because years ago someone helped me when I was poor, and now I show my gratitude by helping others," the man answered. "Very well," the angel replied. "You shall keep your wealth!"
This same angel brought blessing and calamity-a principle that is abundantly supported by the Bible. God's mercy and love are extended to those who seek Him with all their hearts; but for those who turn their backs on Him, God's wrath can have devastating results! And angels are God's agents in both instances.
Years later the angel returned. When the man who had been blind saw him, he thought, "He's probably come back to ask for money just because he did me a little favor." When the angel asked him how he was doing, the man who had received his sight answered, "Not well; I have to do everything for myself now. Nobody will help me anymore." "Very well," replied the angel, "then you shall have your blindness back." And with that the man became blind again. The man who had been deaf had a similar attitude when he saw the angel. "How is it to be able to hear?" asked the angel. "Oh, it has its disadvantages," complained the man. "So many sounds get on my nerves and keep me awake at night." "Very well," replied the angel, "then you shall have your hearing taken away from you." And the man was deaf once again! The lame man, too, was suspicious of the angel. "He probably wants me to do something for him just because he helped me a long time ago. Well, I'm too busy so I won't!" When the angel asked him how he liked using his legs, the man replied, "I can't run very fast, and at night they sometimes ache." And he suddenly found himself lame once again.
The angel finally visited the man who had been a beggar. He now lived in a beautiful house and dressed in fine clothes. The angel knocked on the door and asked for a drink of water. Although the man didn't recognize the angel, he invited him in and asked him to stay for dinner. "Why are you so kind?" asked the angel. "Because years ago someone helped me when I was poor, and now I show my gratitude by helping others," the man answered. "Very well," the angel replied. "You shall keep your wealth!"
This same angel brought blessing and calamity-a principle that is abundantly supported by the Bible. God's mercy and love are extended to those who seek Him with all their hearts; but for those who turn their backs on Him, God's wrath can have devastating results! And angels are God's agents in both instances.
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
ONLY ONE
ONE SONG CAN SPARK A MOMENT
ONE FLOWER CAN WAKE THE DREAM
ONE TREE CAN START A FOREST
ONE BIRD CAN HERALD SPRING
ONE SMILE BEGINS A FRIENDSHIP
ONE HANDCLAP LIFTS A SOUL
ONE STAR CAN GUIDE A SHIP AT SEA
ONE WORD CAN FRAME THE GOAL
ONE VOTE CAN CHANGE A NATION
ONE SUNBEAM LIGHTS A ROOM
ONE CANDLE WIPES OUT DARKNESS
ONE LAUGH WILL CONQUER GLOOM
ONE STEP MUST START EACH JOURNEY
ONE WORD MUST START EACH PRAYER
ONE HOPE WILL RAISE OUR SPIRITS
ONE TOUCH CAN SHOW YOU CARE
ONE VOICE CAN SPEAK WITH WISDOM
ONE HEART CAN KNOW WHAT'S TRUE
ONE LIFE CAN MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
YOU ARE THE ONE
YOU ARE THE ONE
A - Z About Friends
(A)ccepts you as you are
(B)elieves in "you"
(C)alls you just to say "HI"
(D)oesn't give up on you
(E)nvisions the whole of you (even the unfinished parts)
(F)orgives your mistakes
(G)ives unconditionally
(H)elps you
(I)nvites you over
(J)ust "be" with you
(K)eeps you close at heart
(L)oves you for who you are
(M)akes a difference in your life
(N)ever Judges
(O)ffer support
(P)icks you up
(Q)uiets your fears
(R)aises your spirits
(S)ays nice things about you
(T)ells you the truth when you need to hear it
(U)nderstands you
(V)alues you
(W)alks beside you
(X)-plains thing you don't understand
(Y)ells when you won't listen and
(Z)aps you back to reality
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