Choosing a Dog That Is Right for You

It seems you like to get a dog to be a part of your life and choosing a dog wisely seems to be the right thing to do at the moment for you. Even owning a dog entails a lot of responsibility. It is not just petting the dog or playing with him. You should be responsible in feeding him and providing him with the right nutrition, giving him the shots at the right time, taking care of him while he is sick, giving him bath as much as it is needed, among many others. Apart from being a responsible owner, the big question you will face is: what kind of dog will be right for you?


First and foremost, you need to bear in mind what you expect from a dog. Do you like a dog to be your exercise partner, for example, in jogging? Or do you want a dog to cuddle and huddle beside you on your bed or just on the sofa? Or do you want a dog for petting, nestle in your arms while standing?


There are different kinds of dogs. There are those breed with so much energy, very ideal as your exercise partner. Take into account also if you have children in your own home. You should get a dog known for high tolerance in children. Although the dog can be taught to be mild and be a family pet, there are dogs really known for their tolerance that children do most of the time. Do not bring home a dog until the children have been taught on how to take care of animals.


Training a puppy takes a lot of time, also in exercising them. The young ones need to be walked many times a day and need to be under a veterinary care also. Constant socializing also needs to be done with a puppy.


If you are planning to get a fully grown adult dog, the dog is no longer very active since he is already fully matured. An advantage of getting this kind of dog is the dog is likely trained already, and knows already the basic commands, and ready to learn more. You must also take into account your type of residence, whether you are an apartment dweller or you live in a mansion.


This may be the right time in choosing a dog especially if you need a companion and the kids in your home is ready to take care of one.

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I've met the tallest man in India

It was more than a year ago when I decided to work in India for animation job. During spare time I and fellow Filipinos would roam the place in Hyderabad to look for something “rare” and exciting. There in Shilparamam, a flea market and museum in one we found this tall man. I forgot his name as any Indian sounding name proves hard to pronounce for me. This gentle giant is almost 8 feet tall, you can see the size comparison to me, I’m the one in extreme right wearing black shirt and my height is only 5’7”.

He’s kind of slow in his movement—seems he’s sick or something. I saw his toe (as I look down getting stiff neck looking up to him) is swelling, an injury maybe. As of many giants, his voice is as big as his stature, but gentle in manners. Nothing is so amazing about this guy but the fact that he’s taller than we are almost twice our size is amazing enough. You don’t get to see these kinds of human so often since David slew Goliath.

We posed for pictures and solicit autograph of him as we handed small amount for donation. Quite an interesting experience in a neighbouring country where a culture varies but not hinders. More of this as I dig up those photo vault of mine during those times.

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A Healthier Pizza?

A pizza is what I like best. I’ve been craving for it, consciously or subconsciously since last Saturday. I did not mean to include a “pizza” word in the conversation between me and my loving partner. But that’s it. I can’t explain it. Well, might as well talk about it then.

Did you know that one slice of pizza has at least 300 calories? Thus, overeating may be very easy if you have a pizza as your meal or part of your snacks. We don’t think of it as part of our healthy diet since it is high in fat, whether total fat or saturated calories, and even sodium. This is gravely important when preparation of family menus is taken into account, since high fat diets lead to obesity and being overweight.

I read somewhere that when you do order a pizza at a restaurant, please make sure to eat a healthy green salad first and foremost so that you will feel much fuller before pampering yourself into a pizza.

You may make a healthier pizza right in your own home. Here are a few tips in making a healthier pizza.

It is better to reduce the high fat ingredients and add lots of low-calorie, high-fiber veggies.
Use lots of tomato sauce, since it is a great source of lycopene, an antioxidant that will help you prevent some chronic disease.
Lessen the cheese, as it contains lots of calories. Use only a light sprinkling of cheese, or it is better if you choose a lower fat type of cheese to avoid more calories.
If possible, use a whole grain crust. There are lots of pre-made whole wheat pizza crusts in the supermarket. Whole grains make you feel full in a longer time and very helpful in our digestive system.
Please avoid greasy processed meats. These are very associated with stomach and colorectal cancer. Choose lean meats like chicken, shrimp, or maybe you can make a delicious vegetarian pizza.
Put plenty of vegetables especially as part of your pizza toppings. They are very nutritious and contain little calories. Some veggie toppings you may choose from are onions, broccoli, olives, spinach, peppers, mushrooms and even sun-dried tomatoes. Just include any of your favorite vegetable and it will be the most perfect choice for your pizza.

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Soothing Words

It takes just as much energy to say a positive word as it does a negative one. In fact, it may actually take less. Research has shown that when we speak positive words - even in difficult circumstances or troubling situations - we become relaxed. As we relax, the flow of blood to the brain increases. A well-oxygenated brain can think more creatively, make wise decisions, find reasonable solutions and generate pertinent answers.


Positive words ease relationships and create an atmosphere of peace that is conducive to rest, relaxation and rejuvenation - all of which are necessary for good health.

A continual flow of negative words causes relationships to suffer, which creates an atmosphere of disharmony and makes for fitful sleep and frayed nerves - none of which are healthy!

Contrary to popular thought, negative words do not release tension. They keep the body in a state of tension, constricting muscles and blood vessels, which often causes irrational behavior.

One of the best things we can do for our overall health is to carefully monitor our speech habits!

Our new Baby!

Valentines Day had just passed. Exchange of greetings are just normal through different kinds of mediums, whether via email, SMS, snail mail or just plain and simple greetings among friends, relatives and of course—lovers.

For lovers, the day may be considered the most important one, it is for me too. Money doesn’t matter much what is important is we are both happy and no major problem arises. I most value the ecard my loving partner sent me. It conveyed a very sweet message and I treasure every word that he stated there. I don’t normally blurt out my feelings over the internet, but I feel this is the right time for me to exclaim it out. He even sort of serenaded me while I’m fixing our new website.

Yes we have a new site! We are still fixing and taking care of it in addition to our Blah-Blah blogs. Please do watch out for it, we promise you it will be an interesting site. It is indeed the site that signifies the coming of age of our blogging life. Here’s the spoiler: It’s called TechnoConverge.com.

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Something To Think About...

You may have seen this a hundred times.... but it doesn't hurt to share in this blog...

The man slowly looked up. This was a woman clearly accustomed to the finer things of life. Her coat was new. She looked like that she had never missed a meal in her life. His first thought was that she wanted to make fun of him, like so many others had done before.

"Leave me alone," he growled.

To his amazement, the woman continued standing. She was smiling -- her even white teeth displayed in dazzling rows.

"Are you hungry?" she asked.

"No," he answered sarcastically. "I've just come from dining with the president. Now go away." The woman's smile became even broader. Suddenly the man felt a gentle hand under his arm.

"What are you doing, lady?" the man asked angrily. "I said to leave me alone.

Just then a policeman came up. "Is there any problem, ma'am?" he asked.

"No problem here, officer," the woman answered. "I'm just trying to get this man to his feet. Will you help me?"

The officer scratched his head. "That's old Jack. He's been a fixture around here for a couple of years. What do you want with him?"

"See that cafeteria over there?" she asked. "I'm going to get him something to eat and get him out of the cold for awhile."

"Are you crazy, lady?" the homeless man resisted. "I don't want to go in there!" Then he felt strong hands grab his other arm and lift him up.

"Let me go, officer. I didn't do anything."

"This is a good deal for you, Jack," the officer answered. "Don't blow it."

Finally, and with some difficulty, the woman and the police officer got Jack into the cafeteria and sat him at a table in a remote corner. It was the middle of the morning, so most of the breakfast crowd had already left and the lunch bunch had not yet arrived. The manager strode across the cafeteria and stood by his table.

"What's going on here, officer?" he asked. "What is all this. Is this man in trouble?"

"This lady brought this man in here to be fed," the policeman answered. "Not in here!" the manager replied angrily. "Having a person like that here is bad for business."

Old Jack smiled a toothless grin. "See, lady. I told you so. Now if you'll let me go. I didn't want to come here in the first place."

The woman turned to the cafeteria manager and smiled. "Sir, are you familiar with Eddy and Associates, the banking firm down the street?"

"Of course I am," the manager answered impatiently. "They hold their weekly meetings in one of my banquet rooms."

"And do you make a goodly amount of money providing food at these weekly
meetings?"

"What business is that of yours?"

"I, sir, am Penelope Eddy, president and CEO of the company."

"Oh."

The woman smiled again. "I thought that might make a difference." She glanced at the cop who was busy stifling a giggle. "Would you like to join us in a cup of coffee and a meal, officer?"

"No thanks, ma'am," the officer replied. "I'm on duty."

"Then, perhaps, a cup of coffee to go?"

"Yes, ma'am. That would be very nice."

The cafeteria manager turned on his heel "I'll get your coffee for you right away, officer."

The officer watched him walk away. "You certainly put him in his place," he said.

"That was not my intent. Believe it or not, I have a reason for all this."

She sat down at the table across from her amazed dinner guest She stared at him intently. "Jack, do you remember me?"

Old Jack searched her face with his old , rheumy eyes "I think so -- I mean you do look familiar."

"I'm a little older perhaps," she said. "Maybe I've even filled out more than in my younger days when you worked here, and I came through that very door, cold and hungry."

"Ma'am?" the officer said questioningly. He couldn't believe that such a magnificently turned out woman could ever have been hungry.

"I was just out of college," the woman began. "I had come to the city looking for a job, but I couldn't find anything. Finally I was down to my last few cents and had been kicked out of my apartment. I walked the streets for days. It was February and I was cold and nearly starving. I saw this place and walked in on the off chance that I could get something to eat."

Jack lit up with a smile. "Now I remember," he said. "I was behind the serving counter. You came up and asked me if you could work for something to eat. I said that it was against company policy."

"I know," the woman continued. "Then you made me the biggest roast beef sandwich that I had ever seen, gave me a cup of coffee, and told me to go over to a corner table and enjoy it. I was afraid that you would get into trouble. Then, when I looked over, I saw you put the price of my food in the cash register I knew then that everything would be all right."

"So you started your own business?" Old Jack said.

"I got a job that very afternoon. I worked my way up. Eventually I started my own business, that, with the help of God, prospered." She opened her purse and pulled out a business card. "When you are finished here, I want you to pay a visit to a Mr. Lyons. He's the personnel director of my company. I'll go talk to him now and I'm certain he'll find something for you to do around the office." She smiled. "I think he might even find the funds to give you a little advance so that you can buy some clothes and get a place to live until you get on your feet. If you ever need anything, my door is always opened to you."

There were tears in the old man's eyes. "How can I ever thank you? " he said.

"Don't thank me," the woman answered. "To God goes the glory. Thank Jesus. He led me to you."

Outside the cafeteria, the officer and the woman paused at the entrance before going their separate ways. "Thank you for all your help, officer," she said.

"On the contrary, Ms. Eddy," he answered. "Thank you. I saw a miracle today, something that I will never forget. And...And thank you for the coffee."

God is so big He can cover the whole world with his Love and so small He can curl up inside your heart.

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PARENTS

This is worth reading ...

A simple man tells how his booking an air ticket for his father, his first flight, brought emotions and made him realize that how much we all take for granted when it comes to our parents.

My parents left for our native place on Thursday and we went to the airport to see them off. In fact, my father had never traveled by air before, so I just took this opportunity to make him experience the same. In spite of being asked to book tickets by train, I got them tickets on Lufthansa.

The moment I handed over the tickets to him, he was surprised to see that I had booked them by air. The excitement was very apparent on his face, waiting for the time of travel. Just like a school boy, he was preparing himself on that day and we all went to the airport, right from using the trolley for his luggage, the baggage check-in and asking for window seat and waiting restlessly for the security check-in to happen.

He was thoroughly enjoying himself and I, too, was overcome with joy watching him experience all these things.

As they were about to go in for the security check-in, he walked up to me with tears in his eyes and thanked me. He became very emotional and it was not as if I had done something great but the fact that this meant a great deal to him.

When he said thanks, I told him there was no need to thank me.

But later, thinking about the entire incident, I looked back at my life.

As a child how many dreams our parents have made come true. Without understanding the financial situation, we ask for football, dresses, toys, outings, etc. Irrespective of their affordability, they have satisfied to all our needs. Did we ever think about the sacrifices they had to make to accommodate many of our wishes?

Did we ever say thanks for all that they have done for us?

Same way, today when it comes to our children, we always think that we should put them in a good school. Regardless of the amount of donation, we will ensure that we will have to give the child the best, theme parks, toys, etc. But we tend to forget that our parents have sacrificed a lot for our sake to see us happy, so it is our responsibility to ensure that their dreams are realized and what they failed to see when they were young, it is our responsibility to ensure that they experience all those and their life is complete.

Many times, when my parents had asked me some questions, I have actually answered back without patience. When my daughter asks me something, I have been very polite in answering. Now I realize how they would have felt at those moments.

Let us realize that old age is a second childhood and just as we take care of our children,the same attention and same care need to be given to our parents and elders.

Rather than my dad saying thank you to me, I would want to say sorry for making him wait so long for this small dream. I do realize how much he has sacrificed for my sake and I will do my best to give the best possible attention to all their wishes. Just because they are old does not mean that they will have to give up everything and keep sacrificing for their grandchildren also. They have wishes, too.

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Making Exercise a Lot of Fun

Regular exercise is important. It is one of the bases for long life. Many benefits may be derived from it, such as healthy heart, weight management, improved mood, sound sleep, and many more. You might ask, what is the most major benefit of all? The surest answer there is reducing your risk of constant illnesses. With exercise and proper diet, you will stay healthy longer, age beautifully and feel great.

But first of all, you have to get started on a routine exercise habit and that seems to be the hardest part. Here are 10 suggested ways to include fun into your exercise routine.

Add A Friend. Pick someone to be your exercise buddy who is full of energy and fun and who you look forward to spending time with. Don’t opt for just any person.

Group Fitness. Exercise with a group is encouraging since it is a way to meet new people. You may have an instructor to keep your form good and be motivated to go exercise each time. Find one who has both knowledge and is enthusiastic about physical fitness.

Play Something. Find a sport that you used to play when you were younger and take it up from there like tennis, golf, soccer, softball, or any other sport. Choose a team sport to add some bonding with other of the same sport.

Audio Books and Podcasts. Music while exercising may help a lot. Download some podcasts or some songs and get yourself a small music player. Free podcasts or songs or audio books are available on whatever topic you may think of. In this way, upon exercising you can be looking forward to every session of your exercise like when you are “reading” the next chapter in your novel.

New Shoes. Go get some good fitness shoes. Each type of shoe supports every foot differently, so make sure you have the right shoe for you. Go shopping also for new shorts, shirts, or other accessories to inspire you to really do some exercise religiously.

Chart your Stats. Create a wall chart and log your exercise activity diligently. Items like vital statistics (weight, measurements, maximum weights lifted, best times, etc) are best to be recorded. It seems best to log every detail of your exercise for a month. You will feel great with all the increase of information noted.

Mix It Up. Avoid doing the exact same routine exercise everyday. It is good to mix it up. As soon as you feel your exercise routine is becoming a boring habit, find something else to do.

Measure, Don’t Weigh. There are times when the scale will not motivate you especially if you are working hard to maintain your fitness level. Your weight may still be the same even if you exercise regularly and follow everything that your fitness instructor tells you to do. Part of the reason may be that you are adding muscle while you are losing fat. So it is not advisable to always look at the scale everyday; instead, measure yourself regularly. The tape measure will show more changes than the scale. Put those measurements to your chart and monitor your progress.

TV, Videos and Music. Recent findings indicate that a bit of distraction will help you get through the whole workout. You may get a small music player or you may watch TV shows or put in your favorite movie while on the treadmill. You will look forward to your exercise just to find out what happens next in the upcoming show.

Relax. At the end of each exercise, give yourself at least 5 minutes of relaxation. Lie down on your back and close your eyes. Relax. Look forward to the deep relaxation after such physical activity. You may realize that you start exercising in order to experience this feeling.