Thank you Lord for keeping me alert and my driving reactions swift to avoid that pedestrian 30 minutes ago on Marine Corps Drive, by KFC in Dededo. Forgive me for cursing and blowing my horn at him as I narrowly avoided him by inches. Forgive me also for thinking to getting out of my car to beat him up. Thank you for just letting me drive away and calming me down the rest of the drive back home. Thank you Lord.

So close and it got away. A Toron Binadu was in the North Side of the ranch behind the store by the big coconut trees. All the dogs were barking. Stormie my perimeter dog was going nuts...growling, trying to snap at the toro. He was no more than 25 feet away. I could smell him. I couldn't shoot blindly, yet I knew where he was at. He was stomping the ground. He finally went to the Barcinas old property. If the neighbors were not awake and outside their houses...I would have taken the shot, if I had a clean sight picture. It's okay. There is always next time.

Deja Vu all over again. Went through this 12 years ago. Let's see if history repeats itself.

Leaders! With today's technology, we have texting, cell phones, emails, skype, voice chat, satellite connections, and other electronic means for us to effectively communicate with our team and subordinates. Please use one or all systems to effectively communicate with your team. Failure to do so causes miscommunication.

Major TV Ministry Challenge.

This morning I learned that our two directors for the TV ministry were not on island.  I didn't even know they left for vacation for three to four weeks.  To be told to operate the TV controls and and run one camera 10 minutes prior to service starting was a bit stressful. 

The last time I sat on the Director's chair was years ago.  During ROTV's first training with Sis. Hannita and Sis. Trixie.  That was just a familiarization course to let us feel how the director feels behind the controls. 

I am thankful to Pastor Eric and Bro. Marjune for getting the TV system up and running.  Pastor Rick helped get Alpha Cam (camera) online.  I helped with the White Balance and the AE settings for the camera.  Sis. Loida helped with the fade in and outs for the screen shots.  We got the system recording a couple of minutes late but we did good.  I don't know the quality of the recording.  I just know we got the service recorded. 

It's only through prayer and God's grace that today's shoot/recording was not a dud. 

After service, I talked with Pastor Rick and Bro. Ricky regarding next Sunday's shoot/recording.  We have a plan.  We will be able to retrieve Charlie Cam and the radios to use next Sunday. 

I'm not going to take credit for being the Director for today.  This was a major team effort with Video/Audio and TV ministries.  Again, Thanks to Pastor Eric, Bro. Marjune, Sis. Loida, Pastor Rick for helping to get this production recording done this morning.  Special Thanks to the Holy Spirit for getting rid of that stress during Praise and Worship. 


Keep Smiling

Soccer, Rodeo, and Renovations.

It was a beautiful and busy day today,

Watched my niece Arissa's soccer game.  I was able to take some pictures and a short video recording using her new camera.  Not bad for a digital camera, It has a lot of bells and whistles on it.  As for the game, Ris did okay up until she got stepped on by another player from the opposing team.  She was down for a couple of minutes.  But got up and shook it off.  After that, Ris had spurts of energy try to get at the ball.  I could tell she was hurting.  Been there, years ago, when I played for my unit during the Post League at Ft. Bragg.  Anyway, the team needs a lot of work in team development.  I don't blame the players.  That's the coaches job to do.  Hopefully, the team will get better as the season moves forward. 

After the game, we made a quick stop at the Guam Contractor's Association's Construction Rodeo at the Guam Raceway Park.  They were still setting up their booths and competition areas.  As I walked around, I spotted a lot of safety violations.  I understand that this is a rodeo type event and should be fun, and it is not a construction job site.  But what are we telling the public when they come to watch these events.  It's okay.  We are safe on the job site.  However, events like these, we put safety to the side.  I don't agree.  Seeing Electrical cords on the ground presenting a trip hazard or  having one electrical cord tap into another electrical cord because the first one was short and they need a longer run.  Heavy Equipment operators were not wearing their seat belts and/or hearing protection devices.  People standing on chairs to put up or fix banners.   Hopefully, the day progressed and the corporate safeties took control of their men's safety and health welfare. 

After we got back home, I went across the street to Greg's house to help him with his renovation project.  I did some painting on the roof putting down elastomeric roof paint.  Helped Greg take out the washer, dryer, and stove from inside the house to the garage.  Later in the afternoon, Primo Ferdinand and I brought the dryer to my house.  I may keep it.  Most likely, I'll clean it up a bit and then sell it for about $50.  It's still running and the body is in good condition.  When the new light fixtures are in, I'll be installing them. 

I'll be getting some equipment and supplies from Greg for my ranch.  I will also be adopting his dog, Shorty.  Getting another Shorty.  Really nice ranch dog.  Gonna train him, when I finally get him. 


Keep Smiling

Have to stop being Stupid, and just Love my Wife.

There are times when I really am upset at myself.  Especially when it comes to how I treat my wife and kids.  For the life of me, I don't know how Rhoda puts up with all the baloney I dish out.  It's not until after I cool down after a heated discussion that I realize what a jerk I've been to my wife.  All I have to do is shut my mouth, keep my pride in check, and Listen.  But do I do that.  No.  I do stupid things, jump to conclusions, and stress out Rhoda. 

I have to keep my temper in check and remember this lady is the one, Jesus chose for me.  She accepted me, for me -- "As Is", and married this battle weary Warrior.  I have to constantly remind myself, that Rhoda is my wife, not one of my troopers.

 I do love Rhoda.  I have to do more for her.  I have to love her as Christ loved the church and keep 1 Corinthians 13:4.  To do anything else is not love. 

Rhoda has done more in keep our family together and raising our children, than I have.  I do appreciate her.  I can't do what she does.  My last trip home in September...5 minutes playing with my son and I was tired.  Frenfren wore me out.  I had to surrender, give him back to his mommy.  Yet, Rhoda can handle him the whole day.  She also tutors Larraine late in the evening.  Am I there to do that?  No.  Yet, whenever it gets stressful.  I take out my stress on her.  I have to learn to stop doing that.

One day, God willing, Rhoda is gonna kick my arse.  And, I'm gonna deserve it.  She punches hard because I showed her how to do some punching drills.  That's why I am hesitant to teach her KAJUKENBO (martial arts). 

Rhoda deserves better.  I have to control my temper.  I have to stop taking her for granted.  With Jesus's help, I'm gonna change for the better.  Rhoda and my kids deserves it.

I will be a Prophet, Priest, Provider, and Protector to my wife and children.