December 2010
16 posts
Making Christmas real again
Posted on December 26, 2010 by jimparedes
HUMMING IN MY UNIVERSE By Jim Paredes (The Philippine Star) Updated December 26, 2010 12:00 AM
I know I sound like the Grinch or Scrooge, but I must confess that I have developed a kind of aversion to Christmas for many good reasons.
There is the monumental traffic that is already part and parcel of our lives...
Stuff from 2010 to take with me to 2011
I’d like to share some finds I made this 2010 that I think will still be good to use for 2011. I came across these and I would like to say that they gave me a lot of joy and amazement throughout the year.
1) IPAD- Got this early when it came out and I really love it. My only regret is I should have gotten the top of the line model, the one with a micro sim for internet access anywhere. I...
“The Original Self
Even those who have set aside all judgments of right and...”
– Muso Kokushi (1275-1351)
Within our reach: Joy
I salute you! I am your friend, and my love for you goes deep. There is nothing I can give you which you have not got; but there is much, very much, that, while I cannot give it, you can take.
No Heaven can come to us unless our hearts find rest in it today. Take Heaven! No peace lies in the future which is not hidden in this present little instant. Take peace! The gloom of the world is but a...
Extraordinary stories from ‘ordinary’ people
Posted on December 19, 2010 by jimparedes
HUMMING IN MY UNIVERSE By Jim Paredes (The Philippine Star) Updated December 19, 2010 12:00 AM
Looking out from my car at the countless people on the sidewalks, or walking through thick crowds in a mall, I am overwhelmed by the realization that every person has a story to tell.
I have met and listened to enough...
It's that time of year for fearless forcasts
Posted on December 12, 2010 by jimparedes
HUMMING IN MY UNIVERSE By Jim Paredes (The Philippine Star) Updated December 12, 2010 12:00 AM
It’s that time of the year when we wrap the mess of the world and throw it some place where we hopefully will never have to deal with it again. We look forward to the new year hoping that it will be a little ...
kornsoup asked: A good day to you sir. I am writing because there is something I would like to tell you. I am very inspired by what I have read in your blog. Very inspired, in fact, I have to write an article regarding my philosophy as a teacher. No I am not yet a practicing and licensed teacher, I am having my practicum right now. I am very bad with writing, I have no unity, proper flow, introduction and every...
doihave2join asked: Hi Sir Jim Paredes,
We share 2 different things: Photography and Songwriting. Well, definitely not a pro but I do appreciate and sometimes dream to do both (semi) professionally.
I actually inquired about your December songwriting class, but due to a planned US trip (that did not happen), I will just wait for your 2011 schedule. But i really really am excited to join...
We share 2 different things: Photography and Songwriting. Well, definitely not a pro but I do appreciate and sometimes dream to do both (semi) professionally.
I actually inquired about your December songwriting class, but due to a planned US trip (that did not happen), I will just wait for your 2011 schedule. But i really really am excited to join...
pseudoperfection asked: Hello Sir. I am elated and thrilled to know that you enable the ask. I've been checking it since, just knew it now.
About Philstar, why don't they have something that readers can submit articles. I noticed you can sort of "comment" your article on the published ones. But I don't know if it even reach the editors. I commented on Preciosa S. Soliven's The...
About Philstar, why don't they have something that readers can submit articles. I noticed you can sort of "comment" your article on the published ones. But I don't know if it even reach the editors. I commented on Preciosa S. Soliven's The...
A night of passion
Posted on December 05, 2010 by jimparedes [e]
HUMMING IN MY UNIVERSE By Jim Paredes (The Philippine Star) Updated December 05, 2010 12:00 AM
I like things mildly dangerous, and sometimes even on the semi-wild side. I like saying yes to things I am not sure about. Sometimes, when I am traveling, I like hopping on a bus, destination unknown, and ...
commercialconscience-deactivate asked: Dear Mr. Paredes,
I love your column "Humming In My Universe" in the Philippine Star. I always make a point to steal the Sunday paper from my father's cabinet. I use the word "steal" because he tries to hide it from me. I usually cut-out my favorite articles that's why.
I've always wanted to be a writer since I can remember. And...
I love your column "Humming In My Universe" in the Philippine Star. I always make a point to steal the Sunday paper from my father's cabinet. I use the word "steal" because he tries to hide it from me. I usually cut-out my favorite articles that's why.
I've always wanted to be a writer since I can remember. And...
thrds asked: Hi Mr. Jim Paredes! I would just like to ask you what wotkshop is? Thank you! Have a great day! :D
bebephase-deactivated20110116 asked: Between Lomography and traditional photography, which can you suggest for a newbie who wants to try photography?