My Weekend Journal

I was on my way home last night. Seated beside me in the multicab is a girl in a conventional hospital nurse uniform. She was excitedly chatting with another girl on her side. I know it is not good to eavesdrop but I could hear their voices without intending to listen to their conversation. They just came from a school-related activity. When I dropped my head trying to take a nap, I saw a hardbound folder on the girl's lap. I figured out they just attended her oath taking ceremony. When I was just a little girl, I have always wanted to become a teacher. I would insist I be one on role-plays in school or even at home. Most of my classmates and friends also wanted to be a teacher. It could be that our teachers had great influence on our childhood dreams. I have never dreamed I would be in a medical profession. The only times I have worn lab coats for doctors were on science laboratories. I have seen people on medical scrub sets but never imagined myself wearing one. Because of...

Electric fans accumulate dust and dirt quickly. This would greatly affect the efficiency of the fans. It is very important that we keep fans clean at all times. To clean your electric fan: Use warm soapy water to clean the blade cover, blade and front and rear outer cover. Make sure to remove the accumulated dirt in the fan motor itself. Use a paintbrush to clean it. Wipe everything ensuring they are all dry before returning the parts.

The 2011 Toyota RAV4 (Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive) is a leader in the compact SUV market. It combines the benefits of a fuel efficient car and the luxury and comfort of great interiors of an SUV. This car is best for people who crave for excellence, power, better fuel economy, higher visibility, maneuverability, comfort and safety. It has the vitality that matches your spirited enthusiasm. Its modern and powerful design leaves a lasting impression. The overall safety features of the 2011 Toyota RAV4 are much improved compared to its previous models. It is not a luxury model but it is well-equipped with three various trims offered with each powertrain possibility, covering a range from basic and fuel-efficient to luxurious or sporty and powerful. It is a modern, practical crossover choice and great for family-oriented shoppers on a budget. Owning a car is great but keeping up with car maintenance can be a pain. However, it is generally important to take the time ...

We may be distressed by what we see. We may be wracked in pain as we pray for insight to understand. God may grant us that wisdom. But how much better it is to have faith from the very beginning, to be confident in things we cannot see! We must recognize that God’s grace and justice are not absent because we cannot see it. Faith does not end our distress, nor does it abolish our prayers for wisdom and understanding; but it places a firm foundation under our knees as we pray those prayers. It gives us shelter while we pray for the rain to stop. It gives us strength in our times of weakness, comfort in times of distress, and hope for joy in times of great sadness. [A spiritual insight from Rev. Ken Collins]

The people of a country or organization are the most important assets in the world. Employment is defined as occupied in a job or the state of being employed. On the other hand, unemployment is being out of a job or the state of being unemployed. Although the United States is considered to be a country that is highly developed, over the past few years its unemployment rates have been increasing. The Bureau of Labor Statistics of the United States Department of Labor has reported that in January of 2011, the unemployment rate in the United States was 9%. The country is faced with an increase in unemployment rates because of competition and the growing population. There continues to be a need for people who are employed every time the population increases. However, the unemployment rate has increased, due to the fact that there are a few job positions available. Unemployment is also caused by competition of businesses that are managed by offshore companies. Additionally, the county i...

Free ads are a very well known and the easiest method to sell or buy goods or services and promote income and business opportunities. It is also a great way to bring traffic to your website and gain exposure for your business. The classified ads industry is flourishing, as it pave its way to becoming one of the excellent ways to find great deals on the internet. With free advertising, you do not have to pay to promote your business in front of a large audience. Do free classified advertising really work for a business? The answer is YES! Among the most essential factors to consider when posting free ads are quality and quantity. Create a variety of different ads and post often. Your ads should have a captivating headline to attract the attention of probable customers. A complete but short description on the product or service you offer is also valuable. Additionally, it is very important to monitor and test every advertisement that you run and identify the classified sites that pro...

Holy Week is known to be the last week of Lent and the week immediately before Easter. Some people consider this as the pinnacle time for the religious; as a means of escape to the beaches or mountains; or as a time in which they could get a head start at the office. The traditional values of the people engrossed in religion inspires for spiritual contemplation and renewal of faith. However, there are still those that manage to slip away for family vacations. The non-practicing faithful and those who are not associated with any particular faith are even more likely to take their leave for the comforts of their own homes or for the bliss of summer destinations. How will you spend Holy Week? Would it be a week of prayer, recreation, or preparation for incoming workload?