The cooler temperature and wind late yesterday afternoon gave us more cycling room along the Lachine Canal bike path as well as inside the Rene Levesque Park.
Saturday, April 23, 2005
Thursday, April 21, 2005
60 Seconds to Debt-free Living
60 Seconds to Debt-free Living
60 Seconds to debt-free living
Picture yourself debt-free -- no more bouts of anxiety over mounting credit card balances, no more slavery to your debt, and no chance of threats from the dreaded collection agency. You can do it! Here's the scoop -- in one minute flat. [ more ]
60 Seconds to debt-free living
Picture yourself debt-free -- no more bouts of anxiety over mounting credit card balances, no more slavery to your debt, and no chance of threats from the dreaded collection agency. You can do it! Here's the scoop -- in one minute flat. [ more ]
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
FOB, Fresh Off The Boat
FOB, Fresh Off The Boat
"F O B - FRESH OFF THE BOAT" Pauly Boy, returning from our Oka, Two Mountains, Laval ride.
Yahoo! News - More snow looms for Montana, Wyoming; severe threat continues in Nebraska, Iowa
Yahoo! News - More snow looms for Montana, Wyoming; severe threat continues in Nebraska, Iowa
Emily, looks like more snow is coming your way.
"More snow looms for parts of Montana and Wyoming later today tonight, while severe thunderstorms lurk for portions of Nebraska and Iowa.
Winter storm and heavy snow warnings remain posted for south-central Montana and have been issued for northwest Wyoming as snow is expected to increase again later today and tonight. A total of up to two feet of new snow may pile up in the mountains by tomorrow, with 8-12 inches coating lower elevations. Elsewhere in the West, gusty winds are whipping over the Southwest. High wind warnings have been issued for north-central and northeast Arizona where gusts may hit 60 mph this afternoon and evening. Blowing dust and sand may cause problems. "
Emily, looks like more snow is coming your way.
"More snow looms for parts of Montana and Wyoming later today tonight, while severe thunderstorms lurk for portions of Nebraska and Iowa.
Winter storm and heavy snow warnings remain posted for south-central Montana and have been issued for northwest Wyoming as snow is expected to increase again later today and tonight. A total of up to two feet of new snow may pile up in the mountains by tomorrow, with 8-12 inches coating lower elevations. Elsewhere in the West, gusty winds are whipping over the Southwest. High wind warnings have been issued for north-central and northeast Arizona where gusts may hit 60 mph this afternoon and evening. Blowing dust and sand may cause problems. "
Monday, April 18, 2005
Yahoo! News - Armstrong to Retire After Tour De France
Yahoo! News - Armstrong to Retire After Tour De France: "Armstrong to Retire After Tour De France "
Sunday, April 17, 2005
April 16,2005 Ride with Uncle Pilo
Photos from Tito Lits and Pilo's April 16,2005 Saturday Morning Ride.
Photos above: "Look-out", Mont Royal. Good place to train for climbing.
Near the Old Port of Montreal, along the Lachine Canal Bike Path.
Here's Pauly and I earlier this April 2005.
Happy and Safe Riding to one and all!!
Saturday, April 16, 2005
Climbing Techniques
Climbing Techniques
Whewww! My first climb of the year, attempted to go up Mont-Royal, made it as far as the look out. Wasn't familiar with the terrain, how far to the top, etc., plus, poor climbing techniques I guess, OK, plus weight and gravity working against my favor.
Will try and complete the climb next time, will climb at least twice!
Going down, of course, was the free ride. I coasted down at 62 km/hr.
Climbing Techniques
If you are lucky enough to live in a location with hills and mountains, then you know the joys of climbing. While some riders will experience more of this than others, the basics of climbing are the same.
The most important thing to remember about climbing is that you need to conserve your energy. You can do this a couple of ways:
* Use a gear that you can pedal at about 80 rpm
* Alternatively you can shift up one cog (that is, go to the next smaller cog) as you near the top. This keeps the legs spinning nicely until you're close enough to the top that you're ready to give it everything you've got. More
Whewww! My first climb of the year, attempted to go up Mont-Royal, made it as far as the look out. Wasn't familiar with the terrain, how far to the top, etc., plus, poor climbing techniques I guess, OK, plus weight and gravity working against my favor.
Will try and complete the climb next time, will climb at least twice!
Going down, of course, was the free ride. I coasted down at 62 km/hr.
Climbing Techniques
If you are lucky enough to live in a location with hills and mountains, then you know the joys of climbing. While some riders will experience more of this than others, the basics of climbing are the same.
The most important thing to remember about climbing is that you need to conserve your energy. You can do this a couple of ways:
* Use a gear that you can pedal at about 80 rpm
* Alternatively you can shift up one cog (that is, go to the next smaller cog) as you near the top. This keeps the legs spinning nicely until you're close enough to the top that you're ready to give it everything you've got. More
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Rode Solo
It was great cycling, biking, weather this past Sunday. After lunch we went home, to get some snooze was the plan. But, who could pass up a good opportunity for a bike ride on such a beautiful day? No way Jose!
Paul had a meeting to go to and so I went by my lonesome for what turned out to be a 32km ride (says my CatEye). The sun was out but the wind was out there as well. Overall, thank You Lord, it was a good ride.
I took the Salaberry route to Kirkland, pass by the Cinema Colissee, Chemin St. Marie, Anse De Lorme, back to home through Gouin Blvd.
Paul had a meeting to go to and so I went by my lonesome for what turned out to be a 32km ride (says my CatEye). The sun was out but the wind was out there as well. Overall, thank You Lord, it was a good ride.
I took the Salaberry route to Kirkland, pass by the Cinema Colissee, Chemin St. Marie, Anse De Lorme, back to home through Gouin Blvd.
See you lata IATA
Heard from Karen that it's official, her current job position will be moved to (IATA) Geneva. After 18 years :( - hoping the compensation package will be a very good one. I don't think she wants to move her family to Geneva. Trust the Lord is what I will do too, Karen.
Had a great time with Karen, Dave, and their two boys (teenagers really) this past Saturday evening. We went to Chinatown for dinner; good deal, package for 10 people for $108.00, tax included (if you pay cash). The food was great. It was our second time to eat at this particular restaurant, first time was a month or two ago, for lunch. Trish, Pam and Allen were also with us. After dinner, we took the usual stroll to Old Montreal, the Old Port; stopped for some ice cream (dessert) at a McDonald's by the City Hall.
Sunday
BTW, great worship service- played and sang with Earl's team.
Lunch- we decided to go to Marathon Restaurant (yes, we do enjoy eating out, we do quite often) with Karen, Dave and the boys. Karen was very concerned with Dave's health. He's still recovering from severe depression and anxiety. He's been back to work on a light schedule; 3 days a week, half day only. I don't think he's really keen in going back to a job that he's disliked for many years now. I suggested for him to cut the cord loose, let go, and let God lead him to a different job. This going back to work, I think, triggered this resurgence of depression and anxiety. Tough situation Karen and Dave are going through at this time. Prayer, prayer, prayer- God is faithful.
Trust the Lord our God - some verses from the Book of Romans
Had a great time with Karen, Dave, and their two boys (teenagers really) this past Saturday evening. We went to Chinatown for dinner; good deal, package for 10 people for $108.00, tax included (if you pay cash). The food was great. It was our second time to eat at this particular restaurant, first time was a month or two ago, for lunch. Trish, Pam and Allen were also with us. After dinner, we took the usual stroll to Old Montreal, the Old Port; stopped for some ice cream (dessert) at a McDonald's by the City Hall.
Sunday
BTW, great worship service- played and sang with Earl's team.
Lunch- we decided to go to Marathon Restaurant (yes, we do enjoy eating out, we do quite often) with Karen, Dave and the boys. Karen was very concerned with Dave's health. He's still recovering from severe depression and anxiety. He's been back to work on a light schedule; 3 days a week, half day only. I don't think he's really keen in going back to a job that he's disliked for many years now. I suggested for him to cut the cord loose, let go, and let God lead him to a different job. This going back to work, I think, triggered this resurgence of depression and anxiety. Tough situation Karen and Dave are going through at this time. Prayer, prayer, prayer- God is faithful.
Trust the Lord our God - some verses from the Book of Romans
Monday, April 11, 2005
Visit with Collin and Jackie
Visited Collin at the Jewish General Hospital this past Saturday. Pastor Bill and the members of the Elder's Board (except Denis) were present. We prayed, laid hands on Collin, and we are hopeful that God will choose to heal and restore Collin's health through the medical professionals or supernaturally- ultimately, His will be done.
We are truly amazed and moved by the love and dedication of his family to care for him unceasingly.
As a church, we will be considering in what way we will assist the family- there's a need, for example, for a specially equipped van for the physically handicapped. There's the need for financial support as Jackie has stopped working for the City of Hudson in order to take care of Collin full-time.
I'm sure the Lord will reveal the direction He would like for us to take when we seek His will and guidance.
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We are truly amazed and moved by the love and dedication of his family to care for him unceasingly.
As a church, we will be considering in what way we will assist the family- there's a need, for example, for a specially equipped van for the physically handicapped. There's the need for financial support as Jackie has stopped working for the City of Hudson in order to take care of Collin full-time.
I'm sure the Lord will reveal the direction He would like for us to take when we seek His will and guidance.
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Thursday, April 07, 2005
Happy Birthday to our one and only son
God loves you and so do we all: Dad, Mom, Pam, Trish, Lola, Papa, the rest of the Espinosa Clan. :-)
As Jabez prayed thousands of years ago to God, I pray that God bless you indeed! May He enlarge your territory (in all areas of your life), may His hand be with you (guide you, lead you, prosper all the works of your hand), may He keep you from harm and evil, may He cause you to be a blessing to others, for His glory.
I'll end this with one of my favorite verses from the apostle Paul's (your namesake) letter to the Philippians, Philippians 1:3, "I thank the Lord everytime I remember you".
Wednesday, April 06, 2005
Cycling Season 2005
Our 2005 cycling season first ride to the Old Port of Montreal through the Lachine Canal bike path.Uncle Pilo took the photo with his brand new cellphone / camera imported from the Philippines.
Beaver Tail's at the Old Montreal is still closed. I thought Paul and I could split one. The toilets along the path are also, still closed. The bike path officially opens on April 15.
Thanks Pilo!!
How the Pope Turned Me Into An Evangelical - Christianity Today Magazine
Interesting read, I'd like to share with you all- be blessed!
How the Pope Turned Me Into An Evangelical - Christianity Today Magazine
Rosy-cheeked and slender, still in good shape in his mountain-hiking years, Karol Wojtyla reassured me with his smile everywhere I looked.
Poland's greatest son showed up in the predictable spots—the walls of churches and people's apartments, fake gold-embossed standards carried by priests in religious processions, graveyard candles, postal stamps, coins, and book covers. But the likeness of Pope John Paul II was just as likely to turn up on the pen I took to school, a vodka glass at a black market, a stray button in my grandma's desk drawer, coloring books for children, a rayon shawl draped around the neck of woman on a bus, and on calendars hanging in our neighborhood butcher's shop.
Before my conversion to the religion of Billy Graham—which caused my hard-partying high school friends to openly lament my "illness"—I had never been to a home that didn't display the retouched images of Poland's holy trinity. I'm talking, of course, about Mary (commonly referred to as the Queen of Poland), the fruit of her womb Jesus Christ, and a devoted follower of theirs, the pope.
[ Rest of article ]
How the Pope Turned Me Into An Evangelical - Christianity Today Magazine
Rosy-cheeked and slender, still in good shape in his mountain-hiking years, Karol Wojtyla reassured me with his smile everywhere I looked.
Poland's greatest son showed up in the predictable spots—the walls of churches and people's apartments, fake gold-embossed standards carried by priests in religious processions, graveyard candles, postal stamps, coins, and book covers. But the likeness of Pope John Paul II was just as likely to turn up on the pen I took to school, a vodka glass at a black market, a stray button in my grandma's desk drawer, coloring books for children, a rayon shawl draped around the neck of woman on a bus, and on calendars hanging in our neighborhood butcher's shop.
Before my conversion to the religion of Billy Graham—which caused my hard-partying high school friends to openly lament my "illness"—I had never been to a home that didn't display the retouched images of Poland's holy trinity. I'm talking, of course, about Mary (commonly referred to as the Queen of Poland), the fruit of her womb Jesus Christ, and a devoted follower of theirs, the pope.
[ Rest of article ]
Tuesday, April 05, 2005
l-r: Tito Lits, Tita Nil, Pam, Trish, Mom and Dad
btw, for those who don't know, Tito or Tita means
Uncle or Auntie :-)
btw, for those who don't know, Tito or Tita means
Uncle or Auntie :-)
Been so busy lately, with what, I can't really remember.
Maybe I should keep a journal; but that's what this blog should be all about :-). Forget it.
Anyway, a few weeks ago Tita Nil, Tito Lits' better, much better half, celebrated another birthday, March 16.
How old is Tita Nil? Are you kidding, asking that question? Revealing her true age is punishable by death through starvation, or as we say in Tagalog, "gutom".
Happy Birthday!! There, you're in my Blog now :-)
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