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Re: Diary of a Broken Heart

Julius — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:32:15 -0000

As brutal and cruel as it may seem... I guess, Yes, it is your fault and your own doing as to why you are suffering from your current dilemma. I hope you won't mind me asking, Doc, but why the hell did you get married with Ms. Belinda in the first place if it's Ms. Donna whom you really love? Is it because you're in love with Belinda then? And if that's the case, did that love suffice to make you jump into the matrimonial bandwagon, only to realize later on that it gave you more sorrow than happiness?

I am sorry Doc... but I simply don't get it.

It's sad to think that people would spend their time, effort, and sacrifices just to build a seemingly perfect and long-lasting relationship only to mess it all up in the end. I am beginning to think that when a relationship is too perfect, it seems to become a fairy tale. And the sad part is that not all fairy tales have happy endings or live happily ever after.

If you ever care to heed my advice, forget about your past and have some mettle in yourself to face today and the future. Your life now is with your wife. That's a fact, how distasteful it may seem to you, and would remain a fact. It''s either you make it work or end it right now.

Seems simple? It is, for me at any rate. But that's me. The true question wouldn't be "could I go on living like this?" but would be more on the lines of "what do I really want?"

The answer to that I'm sure you'd find deep within the recesses of your heart, and when you do, it will all come to you as clear as a sky after a storm.

Good luck Doc Z, and God be with you on your journey in this Life!

Re: After the Storm

Julius — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:10:52 -0000

I think the tranquility that ensues after a storm breaks allows us to measure things up... may it be complete devastation or simple inconvenience. It also serves as a reminder that nothing is stable in this world we live in and that the only constant thing is change.

Re: Surefire – But Often Ignored – Trick to Superb Writing

Julius — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 04:17:18 -0000

Yes she is... her first novel that I've read was Murder at the Orient Express, and I was instantly caught up with her narrative, particularly her fictional character - Hercule Poirot.

Let me tell you, there's nothing like exercising the mind with the cases of M. Poirot. It kept me on guessing who's the culprit... hehehe...

Re: Surefire – But Often Ignored – Trick to Superb Writing

Julius — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 01:56:14 -0000

Me, I am by nature, has love for reading. I like books by Elizabeth Peters, mainly because it focuses on Egypt and Egyptology, and I like those topics. I also like mystery, horror, and courtroom drama. I am currently reading "Death on the Nile" by Agatha Christie.

To round it up, I'm looking forward to reading The Lost Symbol, the recent novel by Dan Brown.

Re: Thanks, You Lovely People

Julius — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 04:38:01 -0000

Thanks for this wonderful idea! Although I'm more into advertising-type of graphics design, I am currently taking in interest in web design as well. I tend to tinker with my blogger templates, and taught myself and learned some html-coding along the way.

I'll think of writing some tutorials, just like you've mentioned, to help my fellow bloggers who's new to this.

Thanks again!

Re: Thanks, You Lovely People

Julius — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 01:53:00 -0000

I haven't read Brad Shorr's article yet, but I will soon. On your question: It would be nice if people would give me suggestions on what to write about. I often stumble into writer's block, simply because I'm no writer. I am a freelance graphics designer, for crying out loud... hahaha.

The fact that I love to ramble on my blog doesn't make me a writer of sorts, doesn't it? Anyways, I'd really appreciate suggestions guys. I have a blog about kidney failure and dialysis, a personal blog, a food blog, and setting up a graphcis design blog...

Thanks!

Re: The Art of Criticizing a Blogging Buddy

Julius — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:02:27 -0000

Bothered? Cold as I might sound and appear, I am not bothered at all. Whenever I put myself into something, I put the better part of me into it. And that includes friendship. I pour huge amounts of trust into that friendship and believes it would be able to stand the test of time.

Me not being bothered about the tongue-lashing I just gave doesn't completely mean that I'm not affected or hurt if he or she gets me wrong.

What can I say? I'm just human and also vulnerable to hurt, pain, and frustration just like anybody else. Besides, I believe that being vulnerable to these emotions is living. I guess that counts me as a living thing... hehehe...

Re: The Art of Criticizing a Blogging Buddy

Julius — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:41:02 -0000

I'm rather straightforward with these matters so I would likely go for the comment there and then, but if I am among my gentler moods, I would simply go with the email option.

Call me ruthless, rude, insensitive... anything you want, but that's me. I guess I got it from my high school days: all those friends that turn your back on you just because you won't give in to their whims. I've learned to despise this dialogue: "Kapag hindi ka sumama, wala kang pakisama" by my "friends" before.

If someone's really your friend, he would be open to criticism, as long as the criticism is justified. It doesn't matter how you deliver it to him, he'll accept it, think about it, then change the things that needs changing.

If he doesn't then you have something to think about for yourself.

Re: When a Blogger Just Wanna Have Fun

Julius — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 09:36:08 -0000

I haven't got an internet connection for over a month, been busy with my treatment and with the new business i'm setting up. This is the first time I truly roamed the net again, and what do I find?...

My friend, let me tell you that you never cease to amaze me. Another quality article from you.

Belated Happy Birthday, my friend!

Re: Random Thoughts on Jena Isle: Our Mother and Friend

Julius — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:49:59 -0000

Very eloquently put my friend. I have been to Ms. Jena's blog though I must admit that I still haven't got the chance to delve deeper into her posts. But through that short moments of reading, all I can feel for her is respect and admiration.

Just as much respect I feel for you my friend, though I don't know you that well, and to all the Jedi Bloggers out there.

Re: My Philosophy in a Bottle of Ketchup

Julius — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:14:13 -0000

Ah... isn't it a wonder to marvel on the simple things in life? I must admit that it took me 26 years and cost me my kidney's function before I could rein in my hectic way of life, stop dead in my tracks, and admire the virtue of life's simplicity.

We're no better financially than we did before, and got even more burdened when I started my dialysis treatment. But we have a bottle of ketchup at home... and we're happy. I guess that's what counts.

It's really nice reading what you write. It always makes me harness my own blogging zen and let it simply rip away.

Thanks for this wonderful article!

Re: 7 Tips to Keep You from Killing Your Own Blog

Julius — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:58:35 -0000

Dalawa na tayo... venting on the telenovelas, I mean. Hehehe... I already set loose my new project, yun nga lang isang post pa lang. You could visit it if you want (kronikeld.blogspot.com). :D

Re: 7 Tips to Keep You from Killing Your Own Blog

Julius — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:49:05 -0000

Yes. It's my dream, in any case. Sino ba naman ang ayaw ng reader na naglalaway sa kahihintay ng susunod na isusulat niya? (forgive the phrase... lol!)

Seriously, I have been thinking of setting up another blog for quite some time now. A mixed-variety one where I could vent my emotions and frustrations. Lio, his blog and issue, and your articles, both inspired and spurred me to give it a go.

Thanks my friends!

Re: 7 Tips to Keep You from Killing Your Own Blog

Julius — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 02:12:44 -0000

A very nice article and might I say quite eloquently put. And thanks for the link, my friend. With two posts overstuffed with precious and sensible advice, I think the point has already been driven home to Lio by now.

I agree with Roy on occasional but quality posts. Readers, especially those who takes genuine interest on your blog, won't just leave you if you post less frequently. In fact, on certain times, this would only whet their appetite for more quality articles and would tend to anticipate on what it is you're going to write about next.

It happens to me on the blogs I frequently read, and I know it also happens to people out there.