Thoughts and Prayers

My thoughts and prayers go out to all those who have lost loved ones in the Philippines over the past few weeks due to the recent round of typhoons to hit the country. Thankfully, this last one didn't do as much damage.

I encourage everyone who is able to, to donate what you can to the Red Cross relief efforts to help those who have lost everything. Something to remember also is that US dollars go a looong way in the Philippines so anything you can give to help will surely help alot.

If you have loved ones in the Philippines and you need to send them money, or you want to try to help out, you may want to consider using Xoom.com to send money instead of Western Union. The transfer rates are much much lower than WU's. I've been using Xoom for almost 3 years now and it's saved me a ton of money. I've got links to Xoom on the side of my blog here or you can use this one:




I'll be going to the Philippines in a little more than a month and I'm hoping to have the opportunity to maybe help in rebuilding some homes or volunteering in some other way to help out. I'll keep this blog updated with the efforts and results. I've been meaning to add another post but I find myself getting busy and taking care of last minute details before my trip, which is always the case, even if I'm not preparing for a trip....I always find I'm too busy to keep up with a blog.
Yet another thing I find I need to change about myself....taking time each day for reflection and introspection, which I then share here, for the world to see. Even though I'm sure no one reads this, it's still beneficial to me. It helps me to feel like I'm changing, reverting back to the guy who could connect with people again.
Till next time, remember to keep those affected by these disasters in the Philippines and elsewhere in the world in your thoughts and prayers.