i watched the finish line of the Boston Marathon a couple of years ago during my first year here in Boston. It was one of the most powerful, emotional, happiest events that i have ever witnessed. Men and Women, Old and Young, Disabled or not, White, Black, Chinese, European, Gay, Straight, Weird, Funny, Angry, were finishing, being cheered for, in costumes, wearing signs that they represented someone else’s cause. Families and friends, strangers all cheering for people who have made a momentous effort to achieve something almost inhuman. It was a celebration of human triumph over weird odds and physical strain. 

I was really disgusted at this attempt today to ruin a moment like that. Right or wrong, i dont think its in anyone’s place to get in another’s moment of triumph and achievement. Im praying for the people who have lost their lives, and have hurt their limbs, whose skin got grazed and morale got shattered. 

This is a picture of an old man, probably around his late 60s or early 70s finishing the 2009 Marathon giving his wife a hug and a kiss. It was one of the most powerful moments that i have ever witnessed first hand. I used to run a lot and i know what it takes to train, persevere and religiously maintain a schedule to finish a race like this. I really looked up to him, specially at his age and finishing strong. I have always had a huge respect for people who attempted to do so. It just really takes a lot of discipline and mental strength to achieve such a feat. 

So this goes out to everyone who got hurt today and whose lives got affected. God has a plan for everything even if it doesnt make sense now. Im praying for you and for everyone tonight. It may not be the worst tragedy the US or this city has ever seen. But this still goes out to everyone and here’s a salute to you guys who finished today. Respect and a good and better future ahead. 

15 April 2 Permalink

spiritualinspiration:

Are you going through a season where you feel like every time you try to move forward, you hit a roadblock? Something happens that throws you off course. Be encouraged today because when you submit your life to the Lord, He promises to go before you. He is preparing a way for you. He is making your crooked places straight and your rough places smooth. You may be going through a difficult time right now, but it’s not the end. It’s only the beginning, and God has equipped you for this journey.

Today, if you feel like you’re in a dry season, don’t look at your circumstances. Look at the promise of God! If you’ll keep speaking words of faith, God promises that He’ll anoint your head with oil and your cup will run over. That means you’ll be refreshed and anointed to do what He’s called you to do. God is preparing your path and equipping you for the journey.

What do you need in order to keep moving forward? Start by checking your attitude. Don’t go around complaining or focused on the negative side of things. Put on an attitude of praise and thanksgiving. Thank Him for making your crooked places straight! Keep your eyes on Him and follow Him forward into the path of victory!

Source: spiritualinspiration

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WOW

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New Year in the Philippines

The view of the Metro Manila skyline from Monterey Hills in San Mateo, Rizal.

Photographed by: Paolo Nacpil (capturedphotos)

Source: capturedphotos

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its so hard to do work at home. here i am procrastinating again. :p

24 November 2 Permalink

its triple status tonight

15 November 1 Permalink

Helped out my friend Ben track Mad Blackbirds for his MP461 project. i liked how it turned out. Used simple concepts in miking and summed things up. Had less than 10 tracks going to tape. Pretty simple and effective i would say.

Glyn Johns miking on drums (K, SN and OHs)
3 bass signals summed (2 amps and 1 DI)
2 mics on a guitar summed
Vocal mic.

Highlights: R121’s on OH
Jensen DIs through a vintage Neve1073 pre for bass.
Wunder CM7 on the bass amp through a UA610 pre.

OH height on the GJ OH’s were around 25-30cms. it felt tighter that way. started out around 40 but was too roomy.

Not to mention the beautiful SSL 4k G series console we were using. Grateful for all of these.

anyway. More on this project later.

14 November Permalink