Dadi and Mami's Farm House

http://www.adventure-journal.com/2012/04/weekend-cabin-san-juan-island-washington/

Fake it

My boss shared me this link a while ago:
http://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are.html

It's all about "fake it till you become it". Configure your brain to get the best out of the situation.

Spending Time with the Lord

Today, I choose to be late at the office. I choose to stay a little longer at our house to spend time singing and worshiping Jesus. My heart is hurt again because I was laughed at when I am explaining my side to my team mates. I felt that I am not important, though it was their fault why I reacted so bad, but still they were not able to realized it.

Yesterday, I did not get any tasks from our sprint backlog. I let them realize how I've felt when they acted like they don't care if we can't burn stories for the day. So what I did I hold the grudge in my heart against them - the whole day. I don't talk a lot and mind them. I remained to be on a state of 'uncaring, unlovable, unforgiving'. But it wasn't good. It was me who is much greatly affected.

So, today I woke up late. I prepared myself for work neglecting to read my Bible and just uttered a little prayer for the sake of doing it regularly. But without my heart. Without my real desire to come to God and lay down my crowns, my failures, fears, struggles and even my grudges.

Good thing that Patrick is late. So I decided that we'll just take a cab going to the office. Though it will be expensive but I would rather spend time with God than to be miserable the whole day, again? After all, it was just money which God can provide.

This song that I played over the internet (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6_T29ZaxyE) carries the encouragement that I needed for such a time as this. I was reminded that God loves me, God takes care of me. He won't let me go for He hold my world in His hands. I love to know and be reminded once in a while how great, how vast is His love for you and me.

I sang the song a couple of times with my arms raising towards heaven. Uttered a prayer and shouted to God  the insides of my heart. I love this moment and I missed it for quite long time ago. Truly, there is healing and strength in the presence of God. I love to hear that God loves me and that God will never never never abandoned me and leave me. He won't turned His back from me; He's always there. He remained faithful.

"Lord, salamat sa sobra sobrang pagmamahal mo na kahit nagkaganito ako, nagkulang sa Iyo, nagkamali, nag malaki, nde naging mapagpatawad, nde nagpakita ng pagmamahal ngunit salamat dahil andun pa rin ang pagmamahal mo. As the song goes, 'I confess You are my righteousness...' yes I cannot change myself, only God can. Thank you for changing me and molding me on the way you want me to be. I cannot love, I cannot forgive with my own strength so help me God...I love You Lord."

Holding a Grudge

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For Couples

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I Love You, I Know

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Looks Good

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Break the silence

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We've been into silence for almost 4 days just because of simply petty issues that "can be" and "should be" overlooked. But just this morning, thank God we broke the silence with a sweet kiss.

That's Why I'm late today

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Took a little bit of 5 minutes more on a short nap, and got into surprised that it's just 30 minutes before time to work. So I rush, but still didn't make it. I'm late of 19 minutes today.

Next time don't give in to 5 minutes more. :)

Prayer Works

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Life

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I love Coffee

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What is Work?

When I am actually tired, these are the most common things I usually do:

1. takes a long coffee break
2. take pictures (I think it wasn't obvious)
3. chatting
4. internet browsing ( facebook, pinterest, food blogs..)

Self Training: JQuery

With a lots of things to learn, I realized it's not good to jump around and learn everything at one single setting. I think it would be better to put it this way. I'll put them all on the list, then prioritize and set a goal. Of course, every plan should have a goal otherwise it couldn't be measured at all - if I were able to accomplished it or not.

So, what I did, is while we're having nothing much to do these past few days, I've decided to put things at work. I started learning JQuery and this is my second day.

Good job, Rhea. Keep moving, you're in good progress.

At Home Spa

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where do we go when HOPE RUNS out

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrV_ZvwZRvw&feature=player_embedded

There's something more - God...

Don't give up, our present sufferings is NOTHING compared to the eternal glory that awaits us. God loves you and me, just keep holding on. Don't give up your faith.

My First Baking Experience

Oplan Herbs Project

Go for organic and fresh herbs just few steps from your backyard.

This is definitely one of the inline projects I have for this year, 2012.

'Coz it almost feel me bad when I'm buying almost rotten herbs at supermarket. They are not fresh but it still pricey. So I decided, let me try to plant herbs on our patio.

Here is what I have in my mind:
1. Goal Setting
2. Planning - structure, herbs to plant, specific location
3. Suppliers - soil, herbs/seeds, pots/containers

So help me God.

Then I Did

It took a lot of faith and prayer before I've finally accepted the challenge - to conduct a brown bag session.

I could never forget that day. This is one of the victorious days of my life that once again God have proven His faithfulness. It is one of my prayer requests to God that I wanna see Him inside the training room that it is He who shall speak and talk about "Factory Pattern", the topic that was assigned for me to teach.

At first I was hesitant to do it because I am afraid of a lot of things. The fear of failure, embarassment, and the feeling of insecurity somehow envelops my whole being, dictating me that I will not be able to do it. With two consecutive "needs-improvement" rating, who would on earth will still have the guts to leave the comfort seashore and face the gigantic waves to prove one's capacity to do so.
If only I could wish that I can escape it but still receive a rewarding career performance rating.

But on that day (August 10, 2012 at 4PM - 9PM), I have realized I was wrong and proven that God is GOD, He really meant what He said. I am child of God, a believer and one of His faithful servants. Then if I believe that God is my miracle, my hope and my deliverance then it should be clearly seen on my actions. I should remember that faith without works is dead.

Truly, you must conquer your giants. The battle is already won, but you must be there. Simply to witness how God works in many wonderful ways, that He will even show you that NOTHING is impossible with Him.

Lord, thank You for never failing me. Thank You that in spite of all of my unbelief and shortcomings, still You are faithful in all of your promises. You are really awesome. This is for you.

To God be the glory.

Do the Brown Bag

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Real Friends are Rare

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Keep On

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You CAN do IT

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You can do something greater for the Lord today.

Flowers

Flowers, oh flowers on a bright new sunny day
Takes my breath away.

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I love flowers. It feels me relaxed.

Be Reminded

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This is so true, God.

Keep Reading

Books are friends, they really are.

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Life Verse

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From now on, I will make this as my life verse.

Still God is Good!

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Whatever happens, keep the real joy in your heart. If Jesus is in your heart, there is a REAL joy.

Include God in EVERYthing

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Daddy, let's try this

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Let's try this on summer next year at Bicol.

Dream Home Office

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Just Keep Waiting

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Dear Lord, honestly I don't really understand what's going on in my career but then I will still keep the faith. When pressures seems to be overwhelming, I'll just constantly remind myself of a single moment that You have left me all alone, till I found NONE. I will still believe that the battle is already won, I just have to be there. Help me to be strong and never quit. Thanks.

Dream Kitchen: Small Space Works Too!

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Project: Kitchen Storage Trays

My kitchen sink's lower cabinet is on it's "semi-mess" mode. So I took the idea of having it renovate with storage trays. Good thing I have found a site that gave me the inspiration.

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http://www.familyhandyman.com/DIY-Projects/Home-Organization/Kitchen-Storage/how-to-build-kitchen-sink-storage-trays/Step-By-Step

So STOP worrying

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Just when I am about to QUIT

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It's too early to quit. Winners never quit. They don't stop making winning decisions.
Press on, Rhea. Press on.


Remember, because of Jesus Christ, you are a winner.

God, Our Awesome Creator

I stumbled upon this picture on pinterest and it really fascinated me. Truly, God is all powerful, all knowing and ever present. His creation displays His glory and honor.

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Dream Kitchen - Part 2

I really love light colors. It makes me relax and feel comfortable. Another great idea for my dream kitchen.

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Dream Home Office

Dream Porch - Part3

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Dream Porch - Part2

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this is how our porch will look like. I love it, thank You Lord.

Dream Porch

I'll have this one in God's perfect time. Enjoying the fresh afternoon breeze in our rest house while watching the seashore waves tossing the white sand in our beach.

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Top 10 Most Favorite Cooking Sites

I love this website, it simply irresistible. It deeply explains how to do things. The food photos may look intimidating but it was not, this site clearly speaks life in cooking can be made simple which proves anyone can cook. I will continue to visit this site more often.

Dream Rest House

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I don't know why I do feel relaxed and comfortable looking at scenery like this. I will surely have this one on one of our dream rest houses. Thank You Lord for giving me and Daddy something like this. I love it.

Summer Smoothie

Tomorrow would be Saturday, my home day when I do a lot of stuff like going to market as early as 8AM to get the fresh fish and vegetables, as well as fruits. Also, I'll be allotting the next half of the day in preparing for my lesson in Sunday School because I'm teaching kids about Bible stories on our church every Sunday. I'll also do the laundry and ironing of clothes which is good for 2 weeks. So help me God. :)

But I'll definitely try this smoothie recipe:

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(Summer) Peach Smoothie 2 cups fresh orange juice 1 cup peach greek yogurt 2 cups frozen sliced peaches 2 tablespoons raw honey or 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon nutmeg Blend all the ingredients until smooth

Dream Swimming Pool

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Thank You Lord, I'm gonna have this.

Dream Tree House

Before I got 60, I will have this if God's willing

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where Daddy and I can relax and enjoy the sweet night breeze with kids.

Thank You Lord. You're really my everything.

Dream - Master Bedroom

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Recipe: Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes

Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes

Recipe by Glorious Treats 

Yields- 15-16 cupcakes

1 1/4 cups cake flour

1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 eggs

3/4 cup sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1/2 cup oil (vegetable, canola or extra light olive oil)

1/2 cup buttermilk

(or 1/2 cup milk plus 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice- add acid to the milk then set aside for 5 minutes before using)

Directions-

* Preheat oven to 350*F.

* In a medium bowl, add cake flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.  Stir together with whisk, and set aside.

* In the bowl of an electric mixer, add eggs and beat 10-20 seconds.  Add sugar and continue to beat on medium speed about 30 seconds.  Add vanilla and oil, beat.

* Reduce mixer speed to low and slowly add about half of the flour mixture.  Add half of the milk, then the rest of the flour and the rest of the milk.  Beat until just combined.  Scrap down the side of the bowl.  

* The batter will be thin.   Pour batter into a muffin pan prepared with paper liners.  Fill liners about 2/3 full. 

* Bake cupcakes in pre-heated oven for 12-14 minutes. 

* Cool in pan 1-2 minutes, then remove cupcakes from pan (carefully) and finish cooling on a wire rack.

* Frost as desired when fully cool.  I love to use my favorite Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting recipe.   

* Feel free to use this recipe for a cake as well.  The recipe above will work for a 6" cake.  Double the recipe for an 8" or 9" cake.

* A note about Cake Flour-  Cake Flour has a lower protein content than traditional all-purpose flour, which results in a more tender, delicate crumb in the finished product.  If you can not find or access cake flour, feel free to substitute as necessary, but your results will vary from the original recipe. 

From: http://glorioustreats.blogspot.com/2011/07/perfect-vanilla-cupcakes-recipe.html

Puto Recipe

I know this would be the first time I will post a recipe, :) But I just wanna share a recipe from one of my good friends, Martha. Here it goes.

Ingredients:
1 banana (ung green or lakatan na over ripe, don't choose ung ripe lng, di sya ganun katamis, the more over ripe, the better!) 
1 egg 
1 tsp. oil 
2 tbsp. water 
2/3 c. all purpose flour
 2 tsp. baking powder 
1/4 c. sugar (u may add 2 tbsp depende sa pagkahinog ng saging) banana essence 


steam for 12-13 minutes : small size ng puto mold / 15 minutes : medium size ng puto mold yield:35 pcs pag small size / 28 pcs pag medium size 


Procedure: Mix dry ingredients and wet ingredients in two separate bowls. Then combine. Do not over mix. multiply mo nlng ung ingr. kung ilang pcs ang gusto mo gawin.


Thanks for sharing, Martha. I will surely try this one.