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LOVERS AND SPOUSES Negatively, Dragons are egotistical and love to be the center of attention. Modesty is not one of his assets. Add to that the Dragon temper and you have a bossy, dominating and authoritative being. They hate solicited advice and can be hopelessly tactless and insensitive to their lovers. THE DRAGON IN LOVE IRRESISTIBLE ATTRACTION People love Dragons so much because they are generous, charismatic, irresistible, and so brave that standing beside them banishes fear. They generate excitement and turn heads anywhere they go. They are free-spirited and impulsive and can help others achieve their dreams. Others love to be around Dragons because they have a way of making people feel better. Dragons are quick to fall in love, but do not surrender their independence easily leaving most of them to live life by themselves. Yet, an smart, witty, and funny companion may intrigue the Dragon long enough to make him want

DRAGON PARENTS AND BABIES Because people born in the year of the Dragon are so working on furthering their careers, they usually Put off having and raising children until later than many of the other Chinese horoscope signs. Parenting doesn't come very naturally easily to the Dragon. However, when Dragons do become parents, they approach it with the same enthusiasm as other endeavors. They are proud parents and tend to boast about the accomplishments and good looks of their children. DRAGON INFANT AND CHILD Dog children are creative, able to entertain themselves for hours on end. They don’t mind playing by themselves, often inventing games and puzzles while doing so. They are responsible children who love to take on and complete as many tasks as possible for it gives them a sense of accomplishment. Dragons, noted for their benevolence, tend to shower their children with toys and spending money. It h

HEALTH Considering their hard-working nature, Dragons are healthy overall. They do get stressed and suffer from periodic tension/headaches, likely because they take so many risks. Dragons could benefit from incorporating mild activity into their lives. Yoga or walking would be good as these activities can work both their minds and their bodies. Dragons take thrilling risks and burn the candle at both ends so they are fortunate to be blessed with good health. Among the most hearty of the Animal signs, they can suffer bad health as a result of stress. Symptoms of their personalities often stem from emotional outbursts and can range from tension headaches to depression to hypertension. Dragons can remedy these problems by maintaining their cool, implementing a routine in their daily lives, and utilizing exercises such as yoga or tai kwon do that soothe the mind and spirit as well as tone the body. AT HOME WITH THE DRAGON Not the most

The characteristics of the Dragon Sign are tempered by one of the five Chinese elements of Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth overlaying a 5-year cycle of characteristics on the original 12-year cycle. THE METAL DRAGON 1940 AND 2000 Truthful but extreme, courageous but unyielding, Metal Dragons have a strength similar to the Dragon fire. Metal Dragons succeed through determination. They are mighty and respect people who stand up to them. In troubled times, these Dragons make great allies, but become ferocious challengers. Metal Dragons can often calm others through their forceful personalities. They seek action, and things are never better than when they are defending a thought or belief about which they have complete faith. Metal Dragons like to lead, and have an affect that makes others want to follow them. Yet even if they attract no support they will fight alone. THE WATER DRAGON 1952 AND 2012 Water has a calmin

Based on the Chinese Zodiac sign, the year of the dragon will start on January 23, 2012 and end on February 9, 2013. The Dragon is the fifth sign of the Chinese Zodiac, which consists of 12 Animal signs ( The Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Rooster, Dog, Boar).  The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. In ancient China, the celestial Dragon represents an emperor and power. Today, it is the ultimate auspicious symbol signifying success and happiness.The Dragon symbol is a good fortune and sign of intense power, the Oriental Dragon is regarded as a divine beast - the reverse of the malicious monster that Westerners felt necessary to find and slay. In Sung Dynasty, the dragon is described as having the head of an ox, muzzle of donkey, eyes of shrimp, horns of deer, body of a serpent covered with fish scales, and feet of a phoenix. The dragon usually clutches a pearl symbolic of its super-natural powers. Invariably accompanied by thunder and rain, dragons move like lig

For me there are 3 important things: Peace, Love and Sharing Peace, it is time to forgive and forget those people we hate. Love, it is time to say I LOVE YOU or THANK YOU to the people you love Sharing , it is time to share all the blessings that GOD have given you this year

Simbang Gabi or " Misa del Gallo"  been part of Filipino Tradition for years. Where Misa came from spanish word means mass, and Gallo means rooster. Misa del Gallo usually translated as the Rooster Mass. Usually family and friends are going to church early morning starting 4:00AM at December 16 up to the day of Christmas Eve. There are rumors that when you completed the nine day mass you can wish to God and your wish will be granted. Simbang Gabi originated way back 1660 in early Christinity. In the early Christianity friars are so strict in attending the mass. They know who doesn't attend the mass. So when Christmas is near the friars had problems with the farmers because they are using their work as a reason for not attending the mass. That's why the friars decided to do their preparation at dawn where the rooster announce the beginning of the day. They need to do this in nine consecutive days for the coming of Jesus. So the friars commanded the farmers to attend

You can update your new profile in  Introducing the new profile in Facebook It give you a chance to see your 7-day timeline. It gives you more control on what to add or hide in your profile. If you take the tour it will show you how that you need to choose a unique picture for your cover because this is the first thing that people will see when they click your profile. Then in the second portion it will show you where you can see you information, friends, apps that you have. On the third tutorial it will show you where you can see your latest activities.On the fourth step it will show you your latest status updates, as well as your previous updates. And in the fifth of course it will show you how to highlight the important stories in your life. You can hover over the story and click the star to expand it to widescreen. Or you can click the pencil to hide or delete your post.

The Mysteries of Light is also known as the  Luminous Mysteries. This mysteries is usually prayed every Thursday. I. The Baptism in the Jordan And when Jesus was baptized, he went up immediately from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and a lighting on him; and a low voice from heaven, saying, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased" (Mathew 3:16-17) According to St. Gregory Nazanianzus, "Christ is baptized; let us also go down with him, and rise with him. He comes to sanctify the Jordan for our sake and in readiness for us; he who is spirit and flesh comes to begin a new creation through the Spirit and water. II. The Wedding Feast at Cana On the third day there was a marriage at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there; Jesus also was invited to the marriage, with his disciples. When the wine failed, the mother of Jesus said to him, "They have no wine." And Jesus

(Mondays, Saturdays, & Sundays of Advent) I. The Announciation In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin's name was Mary (Luke 1:26-27) The angel said to her: "Mary, do not be afraid, you have won God's favor. Listen! You are conceive and bear a son, and you must name him Jesus. He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High". (Luke 1:31-32) Mary believed in the word of the angel, and she made this faith truly effective by a commitment, a complete gift of herself. ( Fr. Marie-Eugene of the Child Jesus) II. The Visitation In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a city of Judah, and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the child leapt in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and she

The Holy Rosary is a very special prayer and a special devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.. Rosary  means rose-bush or bouquet/crown of roses. It tells us about Mary's life and life of Jesus. Every bead of the rosary we pray is a rose flowered offered to Blessed Virgin Mary. Every time we pray the rosary, we pray for peace. We also hope for what is good for our fellowmen and country. Each time we pray the rosary, we ask Blessed Virgin Mary to help us pray to Jesus for our needs.  It started in the Middle Ages and, since then, had undergone a considerable evolution. It consists of two complementary parts: Meditation or Reflection  on some important events ( "Mysteries" ) in the life of Jesus and Mary;  Recitation of a number of vocal prayers  (Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be, and Fatima Prayer) Meditation on the "mysteries" and recitation of vocal prayers are not enough. Application to Life  is an indispensable component of the Rosary. Like all othe

People usually celebrate Christmas in different ways. Big company usually reserve their Christmas party at an elegant place just to celebrate. People say that it is the time to give thanks to their loyal employees in serving their company. Small company usually celebrate their party inside office and inviting some clients over to have dinner and small talks. Have you ever thought of what is really the essence of having a Christmas party where ever you are or what group you belong? For me Christmas party was very enjoyable because we know that even in a small time that we have gathered we make people smile and place a happiness into their hearts. This is the time we show them we really care about one another and giving thanks to the people we are close to by giving gifts. In celebrating Christmas we must not forget to have peace, love, and share what we have. We can share different things such as ideas, stories, or even material things. It depends on how you want to express your lov

Diarrhea is caused by a host of bacterial, viral, protozoa and parasitic organisms most of which are spread through contaminated water. Diarrhea is one cause of dehydration and can result to death. WHAT CAN YOU DO? Ensure your baby gets plenty of fluids When an infant has diarrhea, continue breast-feeding. When bottle feeding, dilute cow's milk with twice the normal amount of water. Consult your doctor, especially when the diarrhea persists for more than two days in a child.

According to Mead Johnson, "Language  plays a very important role in a child's intellectual and social development and encompasses the four principles of communication: listening, speaking, reading and writing." As your baby grows, they also learn how to communicate with you. They are studying all your actions and interpret it with their language. Example they cry and you will came to pick them up.  Your baby need language to communicate with you and other people. Language development is a way for you and your child to have communication. Example, when you look at your baby and play a peek-a-boo your baby will smile or laugh. Your baby will learn to play peek-a-boo with you, setting the stage for using language for social skills. According to Sheila Viesca, " The environment plays a key role in a child's ability to learn language. His experiences at home, school, and the community will determine the extent of learning." As a parent you need to provide

Having a baby is truly an amazing experience. It is a gift of love between mother and child that compares to no other. Naturally, as a  mother, you want only the best in life for your child but having a baby can be a time of anticipation, excitement and, for many new parents, uncertainty. Here are the stages of your child and learn how they communicate with you. NEWBORNS Newborns usually imitate your facial expressions. Example stick out your tongue and he'll do the same. They can also  identifies their parents by smell and can pick out their mother's breast milk from that of other mothers. 1 TO 3 WEEKS Baby usually can recognize their parents voice. FIRST MONTH Your baby can raise his head a little when lying face-down. He can also keeps his hands fisted.  When you show him some toys he can follows it with his eyes up to the midline. He can makes throaty and gurgling sounds. Some babies can make sounds such as uhhh, ohhh. Your baby also can smile at this stage.

Worried about staying late at night to spend with your baby? The good news is you can happily drink a cup of coffee at night. But only limit your caffeine intake to no more than 2 to 3 cups a day. According to Dr. Miko Palo, MD, FAAP, "Caffeine in breastmilk can make babies, especially younger ones, a little fussier, more wide-eyed and alert. Apart from coffee, other source of caffeine include tea, softdrinks, sports or energy drinks, chocolate and certain medications (some pain relievers, stimulants, and weight control aids). Caffeine levels usually reach their peaks in a mother's breast pretty quickly ( about one hour after ingestion) and can stay in baby's system for several hours ( in older babies, about six months old) or even several days (in newborns and preemies). Fortunately, caffeine rarely causes serious problems in babies and is considered safe for lactating moms if taken in moderation (less than 750 ml per day)." Caffeine passes into your bloodstream

Oatmeal contains healthy carbs for lot of energy to burn throughout the day Olive Oil  is a rich source of Omega 3 Omega 3 Fatty Acids  it helps keep the brain sharp and focused. Usually found in deep-sea fish such as salmon and tuna. Note: These are high in mercury. so I advised to take in moderation, around once a week. Broccoli is high in calcium, vitamin C, and other essential nutrients for better brain functions. Citrus Fruits  contain vitamin C, a vital antioxidant for the brain. Example of Citrus Fruits are oranges, lemons, grape fruit, and lime. Beans  they're full of protein, fiber, and B vitamins, which help convert food into energy Vitamin A  the most important antioxidants the body needs, is most abundant in orange-colored fruits and veggies such as papaya, carrots and squash. Carrots  a serving has more than a day's worth of Vitamin A. Eggs  they're packed with protein and choline, which helps the brain Cold Cereal  it have iron, folic acid and calci

According to Dr. Fina Lopez, DMD, "White dots are usually warning signs that the tooth is starting to decay." If they are chalky white, it means the tooth has lost its luster; therefore, some minerals have been lost. All efforts should be focused on bringing back lost minerals to the teeth. WAYS TO BRING BACK LOST MINERALS TO THE TEETH  Eat food that's high in calcium and phosphate Brush your teeth regularly with fluoridated toothpaste Visit you dentist for more advice Employing more aggressive preventive strategies to encourage the reversal of the impending tooth decay. On the other hand, when new teeth erupt there may be a small or large white spots that are smooth and shiny on your teeth. These spots formed during development are called Enamel Hypoplasia or Hypocalcification . The presences of white dots definitely means it's time for your daughter to pay a visit to dentist soon.

Miguel Lopez de Legazpi. Mula sa La Ilustracion Filipina. Miguel López de Legazpi  also known as El Adelantado  or El Viejo  (The Elder). He was a Basque Spanish navigator and governor who established the first Spanish settlement in the East Indies when his expedition crossed the Pacific Ocean from the Viceroyalty of New Spain in modern-day Mexico, and founded Cebu on the Philippine Islands in 1565. He was the first Governor-General of Spanish East Indies which included the Philippines and other Pacific archipelagos, namely Guam and the Marianas Islands. After obtaining peace with various indigenous nations and kingdoms, Miguel López de Legazpi made Manila the capital of the Spanish East Indies in 1571. The capital of the province of Albay in the Philippines, Legazpi City bears his name. Important Dates: 1564 , López de Legazpi was commissioned by the viceroy,  Luis de Velasco , to lead an expedition in the Pacific Ocean, to find the  Spice Islands  where the earlier explorers

 Ito ay binubuo ng isang malilibot na ruta sa dagat na kaagad na nasa timog ng punong lupain ng  Timog Amerika  at hilaga ng  Tierra del Fuego . Sa Tierra del Fuego nasubukan ang galing ni Magellan dahil sa ito ang pinakamahirap na daan sa kanyang expedisyon. Pinakamalahagang likas na daanan ang daanang-tubig na ito na nasa pagitan ng mga  Karagatang Pasipiko  at  Atlantiko , ngunit itinuturing na isang mahirap na rutang pangnabigasyon dahil sa hindi mahulaang mga gawi ng ihip ng hangin at mga daloy ng tubig, at dahil sa kakiputan ng lagusang ito. Isa itong daang lagusan magmula sa Karagatang Atlantiko patungo sa Karagatang Pasipiko. Pinangalanan ito mula kay  Fernando Magallanes , na kilala rin bilang  Ferdinand Magellan . 

Si Lapu-lapu ang pinuno ng Mactan na namuno sa pangkat na nakipaglaban at pumatay kay Magellan. Lubhang mahalaga ang pagwawagi ni Lapu-lapu kay Magellan. Napatunayan nito na hindi lahat ng Pilipino ay sang ayon sa pananakop ng mga dayuhan. Ang Magulang ni Lapu-lapu ay sina Kusgano at Inday Putti ngunit walang naitala  tungkol sa kapanganakan ni Lapu-lapu. Nag pakasal siya kay Prinsesa Bulakna na anak ni Datu Sabtano. Sila ay biniyayaan ng isang anak na pinangalanan nilang Sawili. Dahil may matagal nang alitan sa pagitan nina Zula at Lapu-lapu, inalok ni Zula na labanan niya si Lapu-lapu kung bibigyan lamang siya ni Magellan ng kawal. Ngunit tumangi si Magellan sa alok ni Zula at minabuti niyang siya na mismo ang makipaglaban kay Lapu-lapu. Kasama ang kanyang 100 tauhan, nilusob ni Magellan ang Mactan noong Abril 27, 1521. Sa labanang naganap, natalo ng pangkat ni Lapu-lapu ang mga Espanyol at natalo nya si Magellan nang tamaan niya ito sa kaliwang binti at sa huli at pinatay ni Lapu-la

Ang tinaguriang Kipot ni Magellan ang nagpasimula ng matagumpay na paglalakbay ni Ferdinand Magellan sa Pilipinas. Ang kahalagahan ng pulitika at ekonomiya sa Pilipinas ang umakit sa mga Espanyol upang sakupin ang Pilipinas. Kristiyanismo ang pinakamalaking impluwensya sa atin ng mga Espanyol. Si Ferdinand Magellan ang nakahanap ng bagong ruta patungong Silangan. Nagkaroon ng sanduguan sina Raja Kolambu at Magellan sa Limasawa upang ipakita nila ang kapayapaan at pakikipagkaibigan sa halip na digmaan. Si Raja Humabon ang pinuno ng Cebu na nakipagsanduguan kay Magellan. Si Humabon ang unang sa mga katutubong hari ng Pilipinas. Si Miguel Lopez de Legazpi ay matagumpay na nakapagsimula sa pirmihang paninirahan sa Pilipinas. Nagtagumpay si Legazpi sa pananakop ng Pilipinas dahil may dala sa makabagong sandata MAHAHALAGANG PETSA AT LUGAR SA KASAYSAYAN NI MAGELLAN Marso 16 1521 , dumaong sa pulo ng Homonhon ang pangkat ni Magellan Marso 31, 1521  Sa baybayin naman ng M

FERDINAND MAGELLAN BIRTH: FEBRUARY 3 1480 DEATH: APRIL 27, 1521 FULL NAME: Fer não de Magalhães SPOUSE: Maria Caldera Beatriz Barbosa  NATIONALITY: Portuguese, Spanish PARENTS:  Rodrigo de Magalhães ,   Alda de Mesquita Si Ferdinand Magellan  (1480 - 27 Abril 1521) ay isang eksplorador na Portuges nanaglayag para sa Kaharian ng Espanya. Siya ang kauna-unahang nakapaglayag mula sa Europa pakanluran tungo sa Asya, ang unang Europeo na nakatawid ngKaragatang Pasipiko,at angnamuno ng unang ekspedisyon para sa sirkumnabegasyon ng daigdig. Bagaman nasawi siya laban sa pwersa ni Lapu-Lapu sa pulo ng Mactan sa Pilipinas,labinwalo sa kanyang mga tripulante at isang barko ang nakabalik sa Espanya noong 1522, at natupad ang pangarap na paglibot sa buong mundo. Isinilang si Magellan sa Sabrosa, Portugal noong taong 1480. Pumanaw ang kanyang magulang nung sya ay sampung taong gulang pa lamang. Sa edad na dose, naging pahe siya ng Haring João II at Reyna Eleonora sa kanilang kahari