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Category Archives: Character
Being Aware of Others
I have always been deeply aware of my uniqueness, more than my commonality with others. I know I am different and this has been the source both of a deep-seated insecurity and of a strong feeling that I am special, … Continue reading
The Spirit Moves
The strength and greatness of the USA lies in its open and welcoming nature. Throughout her history, she has always been a haven and a refuge for people who are persecuted, rejected and ostracized by their own people and society. … Continue reading
Being Proactive
Life is constant change. From the moment I was born to the day I will die, I am always being transformed into something different and hopefully for the better. I can choose what changes I want to see in my … Continue reading
When I’m Sixty-four
I am marking another milestone and passing through another threshold tomorrow. Now, I can really sing one of my favorite Beatles song: “When I’m sixty four!” I feel that I am coming full circle. I am coming back to where … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Faith, Friendship, Life, Mystery, Presence
Tagged Beauty, Blessings, Choice, Grace, Growing Older, Jane, Jonathan
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Visions
One of the most inspiring persons I have worked with is Dr. Alran Bengzon. After decades of dedicated work, he is finally leaving service with the Ateneo. He first came in as Dean of the Graduate School of Business. Not … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Philippines/Filipino, Spirituality
Tagged Beginnings, Discipline, Serendipity
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Why Young Children Love to Say NO
To a new-born baby, it and its mother are one. From the womb till the first years of its life, a baby sees itself as part of its mother. And then from the ‘Terrible Two’ phase and onward, a baby … Continue reading
Last night was our ILM Graduation. After three years of study, 46 of us completed this inspiring and inspired Faith Formation program of the Diocese of San Jose. It was a night of grace and blessings as we recieved our … Continue reading
May 2, 2013
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Ruminating on a Quote From Ralph Waldo Emerson
Sow a thought and you reap an action. All actions are born out of a thought, even seemingly spontaneous ones that happen in the blink of an eye. Malcolm Gladwell calls this rapid cognition. But not all thoughts bear fruit … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Spirituality
Tagged Choice, Discipline, Doing good, Wisdom
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