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Saturday, April 30, 2011

How to avoid being lonely

The causes and effects of being alone are so widespread in our society that almost anyone can become a victim of lonliness without even realizing it. Many of us end up being lonely through no fault of our own. Most people in love realationships break up all the time, some never get over it and they choose to remain single. Many others reject the thought of being single and having to live the rest of their life alone.

Whether you are married, single, male, female, aged, or young, lonliness somehow manages to affect us all during some point and time of our lives.
Having someone to share our lifetime experiences with is a long term investment for most all of us. However, losing a loved one for whatever reason can make us feel lonely, insecure, isolated and unwanted. Furthermore, no one wants to end up being alone, feeling sad, or depressed.

In order to avoid isolation due to lonliness, it is recommended that a person becomes directly involved with volunteering for community projects at the local library. This involement provides an opportunity to help someone in need, and a chance to get to know the community better. Making a difference in someone elses life is always a rewarding experience.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Willing but unable to pay the bills

I allowed the phone to constantly ring knowing that I would not have to answer a call that I was trying to avoid. Without caller ID I had no way of knowing who was on the other line, so I decided that it was best just to ignore the call. It was probably a bill collector I said to myself as I walked through the door for a pay day loan appointment.

The struggles of live

I had been off work with a back injury for the past six months and lived off my credit cards. It was now the end of another month, and most of the bills were overdue, still unpaid, and I was unable to come up with a payment plan to satisfy all of my creditors.

Saved by the bell

While still waiting for my insurance benefits to come in, I decided to apply online for one of those instant cash money pay day loans. I received the loan, and even though the interest rate was too high, at least I was still able to cover my bills until better could be done.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Vehicle safety checklist

Safety checklist:

Safety rules can never be stressed enough when it comes to our own life, or to the lives of our loved ones. Many people risk not only their own life, but they risk the lives of many others as well. A safety checklist before driving a vehicle is one of the many ways in which we can improve safety.

Seat belts:
Check to make sure they are not damaged, or worn out. They should click into place properly.

Rearview mirrors:
Check to make sure that they are not damaged, and one can see them clearly.

Horn:
Check if it is working in proper order and is loud enough to be heard.

Headlights:
Check them in high beam and low beam mode to see if they are working fine.

Windshield wipers and fluid:
Check if they are working properly in order to avoid muddy and unclear windshields.

Turning indicators:
Check if the front and back indicators are in proper condition.

•Brakes:
Check if the stopping power is strong enough to stop suddenly.

Steering wheel:
Check if the wheel alignment is smooth and there are no steering obstacles.

Emergency brake:
Check if it works just in case it is required in an emergency.

Air and pressure of tires:
Check if they are not damaged, and are working properly. Carry a spare tire.

Taillights:
Check them for improved visibility to the vehicles behind you.

Brake lights:
Check for the purpose of warning people behind you.

Oil and cooling system:
Check if the necessary levels are met. Failure to do so can cause serious engine damage.

License plate light:
Check, so that it helps other people around you.

Intact windshield:
Check for the purpose of having better visibility.

Instructions on safety concerns::
Please check the list for the benefit of all concerned passengers.
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011

A great day

What makes a great day.
A great day is one that we choose to call productive. It is a great day when all that we desire to accomplish during that day gets done. Whenever things seem to be going our way we are having a great day. Not being tied up in traffic, nor being late for work, school, or schedule appointments is a definite sign of having a great day. We all can benefit from having a great day if we were able to share a smile more often.

Signs of a great day.
The signs of a great day happens when the alarm clock goes off, and you are not tempted to hit the snooze button in order to remain in bed a little longer.
It is a great day when the boss brings donuts and coffee, or buys lunch for the staff.
Not to mention the difficult client who cancels an already late evening appointment, and all that you can think of is an opportunity to beat the rush hour traffic home. "It is a great day indeed."

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Solidarity

No debate, for God is great. I am a warrior, a warrior for peace. I am for peace, but the oppressors are always planning for war. Since love and hate can never be friends, tell me what exactly are the haters fighting for. Wars are illegal and every government knows this. Even so, bear in mind that they do have the right to protect themselves from being invaded and this I know. What else is new?

Ever since 911 when the twin towers were destroyed, many lives were lost, and they included citizens from around the world. We were all saddened by this cowardly act, and many lives are still being mourned. However, there are still nationals from across the globe who believes that they should take matters into their own hands by calling for the death of all Americans whether they are black or white. Where is the justice? Who are the enemies, and where do they live?

Who is to be blamed? Definitely not the government when there are people willing, and waiting to carry out devious acts against humanity. They are cold blooded murderers who are blood thirsty, and uses every excuse to shed the blood of innocent victims. Disturbingly enough, they live not only in America, Canada, Africa, or in the Middle East. "Wake up." No one wants to see their families, and friends dying needlessly.

Despite the problems, or pressures facing the leaders of the world, each government has the right to act responsibly when it comes to good governance. Diplomatically speaking, they cannot do it without the help of the people who chose them to govern properly. Politically speaking, if attacking and bombing countries are the way to go in this lifetime, then what about the animals and the plant life that must also be taken into consideration?

Finally, it is never up to any one government to decide which leader should stay in power, or if and when they should leave. Democracy rules, and only the citizens of a particular country have the right to make such legal decisions. Furthermore, every government has the right to protect itself from being attacked. To each his own yes, but everyone must abide by the same rules. "Thou shall not kill."