Good day to everyone.. What a great day to be alive in this world.. Now to my take for today. First off. I'm a proud American Born and raised with Filipino ancestry , but my love and dedication to the UNITED STATES in true American red white and blue, I own a retro American Muscle car and I love American Music, American Movies , American life.. Sure I'm not happy about the gas prices, or other prices for for AND DRINK. I don't like slow drivers in the fast lane, or tail gaters.. I don't enjoy long lines , or alot of paperwork. At times , we all dream about winning SUPER LOTTO or what and thinking where to live.. ?? But even though we have our gripes about America... Believe me.. This is still the best country to live in.. I know I have traveled for 20 years and seen the poor the ugly and the unfortunate.. I have seen how Young girls are enslaved by the sex trade and how they struggle in third world countries.. At times , I felt their sorry as they would tell me their sad story in broken English.. My parents left me, theres no jobs even if you get educated. Its a tough life.. I recall one time I bought a soda and cookies for a young girl.. and soon after because I'm so nice I ending up buying all her family and close friends soda's and cookies,, and then they would follow me down the street , tryng to sell cheap jewelry.. I would say no,.,, then the happiness , would turn into anger. haha.. Its funny how life is.. But its one of my fond memories I have with my 7 deployments and overseas duty stations. It was a rough life and at times lonely one.. Believe me , many times I thought about giving up.. But i thought about my wife and kids. The benefits they would have because of my 20 years out weighed my selfish , and lonely feelings. I survived and now my kids are enjoying a free education and a father that loves them dearly.
Now.. the stories about Americans turning govt secrets to whatever.. I don't understand , but in a way i do,, they are young idealist , that feel the truth will set them free. But freedom isn't free, many Americans die for the sake of freedom of speech and freedom of life. The American ideals were fought for many years,, and we all know other countries, may not admit it , but envy our freedoms, our wisdom , our ability to have whatever the heart desires,, I feel if you want to be rich and have the capacity and knowledge you will get rich.. But we also see those with no education and become rich,, But that's the whole wonder of American life.. Chances , opportunity and plain old luck can help anyone.. That's why people that endanger the lives and livelihood of American Citizens, no matter what.. Ideals, insanity, the power of faith.. America is the symbol of freedom.. But we all know it cost money and lives and time to preserve that. But many Americans feel exposing secrets or what is the way to go,, In my opinion.. whatever the Govt has to do , to protect us.. I'm good with that. Including monitoring texts, blogs, face book, I mean the security and safety of the nation is more important than my little ego or image.. But so many people are afraid what the govt is doing to us.. I would be afraid of what others want to do to us.. ? Like i said I have seen the ugly where people don't like Americans.. and they let you know it.. I wouldn't respond with anger.. but it's shocking to see so many haters out there. But then again,, people get envious of the best, and they get jealous of our lifestyle and life.. I mean. Where can you go and see so many different cultures and taste so many foods, and the convenience of shopping and amusement parks.. The beaches , the mountains, freeways , are some of the best in the world.. But many Americans don't see that. Instead they see the bad , negative sides. But words of wisdom.. There are other people suffering right now.. No food , no clothes, no life. everyday is a struggle to live,, I know we Americans FEEL LIFE is a struggle , but spend time in Thailand , or Indonesia and see the young kids, half naked and hungry and begging for you to buy their stuff. ,,including their bodies.. What a shame.. But what do i know,, if under the same climates, or situation,, I would or you would do the same.. a starving stomach and weak bodies , makes people of the street do what they do.. But life goes on.. and we must go on. As for wise advice,, Be happy with you life. because others are not so fortunate and even though tough things happen , divorce , broken relationships.. We must overcome and be happy,, Go out and make today the best day of your life. Because God knows this day may be your last,.. Embrace everyday and cherish the past, and look forward to the future, but today is a gift,, that's why we call it the " PRESENT" .. today is the future.. Enjoy and be happy and when you feel flustered , just think about the poor people that live in PI, or Asian countries , where every day is worry about what or will I eat today.. Its seems trivial ,But too many people think about their own lives and don't look at the whole picture , the big picture... There is a big world out there and we all at least for a moment should realize that the troubles we have don't compared to those that have nothing , but love and faith in God , and hoping despite their unfortunate situation.. They will be saved and given eternity. Which I saw in so many of them.. They would smile and be happy , even though they have no material wealth.. Just a thought to consider, before you get into your fancy car and put on your nice outfits and drive to work, school , the mall or what. Our lives , though complicated and frustrating.. its still a life I embrace and love and wouldn't trade it for anything else..
THE SOURCE PRODUCTIONS @2013
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