Pacquiao Vs Hatton

It's almost a week since the Pacquiao Vs Hatton match held at the MGM Grand Las Vegas.

It was not the fight that I expected. I thought it will be a better fight than the one with De la Hoya. I thought Hatton will give a good fight. I was wrong!!! The fight was done in one and half rounds. If I blink I would probably miss the fight. In the first round 2 KOs was received by Hatton with Pacquiao's right hook and the left hook on the second round made Hatton sprawled on the ground.

I am excited for Pacquiao's next fight. I hope it will be Marquez. Come July people will be waiting for the Marquez Vs Mayweather match. This once is also a must watch fight.

Thrift shopping in time of the big R

I often frequent the thrift stores last year in search of any vintage items or one of a kind antique stuff. My favorite is the Goodwill store which is in close proximity of our condo. I've gotten hooked because some people find real good stuff. You can even find new stuff with a tag on it. Last Christmas, m cousin luckily bought a new placemat which is originally purchased at one of the pricey homestore.

Since I've been busy for the past few months reviewing for a major exam, my "hobby" was put on hold. Then last Friday while passing by the store on my way to the grocery store, I saw a sign saying that they were on 50% off sale. I was so shocked to see how busy the store is. People were really filing up their carts. It only took me 30 minutes to browse because I can't stand the crowd and I got an old silver teapot from Italy and so happy with my hunt. But I almost give up of that pot because of the line up. It probably took me more than an hour to the cashier. What struck me most is, even people with money go to this store nowadays just to find bargain. It amazes me.

Things needed in Exam Prep

These are the things needed in preparing for a REVIEW

1. Compile all your resources: textbooks, notes and references.

2. Print an outline of the topics that are required for the exam.

3. Make sure you have completed all the necessary things in your study:

a. Laptop
b. Pens / Pencils
c. Markers / Highlighters
d. Notebooks ( you still need this even if you have your laptop)
e. Calendar/ Daily Planner

4. Bags/ Pencil holders etc...

5. Prayer books, novenas, The secret or the like.....or anything that will make you inspire.

TIPS ON REVIEWING FOR THE NATIONAL EXAM

If you are taking for a national exam, here are the things that will help you get through it.

1. Have a target date on when to take the exam. This will help you plan your study schedule.

2. Make a study schedule. For example, allotting each week on a certain topic.

3. Find a study buddy if you can. Remember:" Two heads is better than one".

4. Make sure to study at least five times a week even only for an hour or two.

5. Know your learning capability and style. I know some people who will say that they've only studied for a month and they pass the exam. Good for them if they do just that.

6. Talk to anyone whom you know that have taken the exam whether they pass it or not. These people might give some tips. Take in whatever works for you. Eliminate stuff that are not of help in your review.

7. If you don't understand, google it. It works!

The Bachelor: Jason and Molly

A very honest ending in a long while. Being a fan of The Bachelor for a long long time, this is the first time since the episode of Charlie O Connell and Sarah Brice ( one of the best episodes), that I felt the show has involved very sincere people.

I am happy to see Jason following his heart and not making any mistakes of the past bachelors like Travis Stork who obviously more attracted to Moana than the lady he picked. Finally, there's a guy who has the guts to do what he has to do and be a real MAN.

Jason picked a better woman in the end. If you watched the show intently, you can definitely see the wonderful characters of Molly. A woman with a substance and I hope Jason will loved her after what she has gone through.

Mandala Spa: A Serene Spirit

Mandala Spa. My solace for two years... Two years of finding myself. A spiritual journey...A place where you find nurturing spirit. A nurturing teacher for life... A place for those who seeks peace... of caring hands and calming voice. I still longed for it. Day and Night.. so grateful for each day that I spent in this marvelous place named Mandala Spa.

A Lotto Winner Real Story

I've met a Lotto millionaire in the clinic where I've worked a few years back.

Met??? Yup. I met him before he became a lottery winner. He was our patient at the Physiotherapy clinic. He and his daughter. They were MVA ( motor vehicle accident) patients. That's where the real story starts.

The man and his family met an accident and both he and his daughter had the worst injuries. They went for therapy for about a year. He was a nice man. I've never heard him complain. I never found out that he lost his job because of the accident. The man wasn't able to go to work and he was laid off by the bank whom he worked for. And he lost his house after that. I 've only learned about it in the paper when they featured him as a Lotto winner. I never have guessed that the man is in deep trouble. He 's always seems to be optimistic. He always tells me with a smile, " I'll be alright soon Claren, right". And I always tell him of course.

A few months after he stopped going to the clinic, a co worker told me about his few million dollars winnings. I was shocked. I know the guy. He' s our patient. My co worker showed me the paper that day and there I saw his usual smiling face on the front page. The man won 8 million Canadian dollars.

I felt like I also won that day. I knew the man. I know he's a good man and I hope he'll stay as positive and happy with his new fortune as he was when he almost lost everything.

The real lesson of the story is: There's always a light at the end of the tunnel. Keep going. Keep believing. God is in control.