The Law of the Garbage Truck

A friend sent this email and thought I’d share it. I learned a lot from it. I'll remember this story everytime someone dumps their garbage at me!

"The Law of The Garbage Truck"

I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches! The driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us. My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean, he was really friendly. So I asked, "Why did you just do that? This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!"

This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call, "The Law of the Garbage Truck." He explained that many people are like garbage trucks. They run around full of garbage, full of frustration, full of anger and full of disappointment. As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you. Don't take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish them well and move on. Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets.

The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day. Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets, so "Love the people who treat you right. Pray for the ones who don't."

Want To Be More Organized?

I am one person who likes to organize things at all times! Maybe it was because my mom was also such a neat freak that I became one too. I want everything to be in order, spic and span. I would get cranky when I see a dirty floor or used glasses in the bedroom or unwashed plates in the sink.

At regular intervals I would retrieve everything that needs cleaning and organizing. I would buy boxes and baskets so I can identify items that are still being used and those that can be kept away. We have moved houses thrice already and each time it gives me another chance to do spring cleaning.

Some of things that need constant arranging and rearranging for me are finance and legal documents, such as utility bills, credit card bills, copies of birth and marriage certificates, tax and Social Security papers, warranty proofs and the like. These papers just keep on piling and piling up each month and it seems that I am running out of place to keep them!

That’s why home storage solutions serve an important and necessary help for people like me. They offer some of the sturdiest pieces of storage boxes that are acid-free, moisture-resistant and 100% recyclable. They are more lightweight than the traditional materials such as cardboard and wood. You can store important documents, old clothes, toys, tools – anything and everything under the sun. These plastic corrugated boxes prove to be durable and would effectively protect the items stored inside as these are rodent- and insect-proof.

With a good storage tool one can efficiently start organizing and easily put things in order. I’m might have to get one of those for myself.

Seeking Advice on the Probate Process

For matters that are beyond our learning, it is recommended that we consult an expert on the subject. This is to ensure that we make the right and sound decisions and not commit actions that are detrimental.

The recent ship tragedy that affected the country has gone to a level where everything was at a chaos. It was recommended that the victims’ family should confer with lawyers so as to be able to decide correctly and fight for their rights.

For the probate process that can rather be complicated, an heir should seek professional advice. If you’re based in California, the Los Angeles probate lawyers can provide assistance on the whole probate process and services, such as Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, and Estate Planning. They have a long line of attorneys with exceptional qualifications and diverse experiences on probate counseling. They can assist and serve on various legal matters and can help solve problems and impediment during the process.

A lawyer’s help, regardless of the fees that may be required, can prove so much worth. It outweighs the benefits of a peace of mind knowing that you’re in the hands of an excellent lawyer and counsel.

On Wills and Inheritance

During these times when everything and anything unthinkable can happen, we should always be prepared. Ever since I married and became a parent myself, I always take into consideration my family’s welfare. I ensure that they are cared whenever they need it, and maintain their good situation now and into the future.

I guess that for people with more assets in their hands, they need to at the least, maintain wills while they are still living. I can imagine how people with large sums of money in the bank or those with numerous real properties can even distribute their wealth to their spouse, children or other beneficiaries. I’ve heard of stories where adult children are viciously fighting over their parents’ riches, while their parents are still alive!

That’s why wills are very important. This does not only goes for those who are very well-off in life, but for everyone as well. Wills can just not only indicate your wishes regarding the distribution of your wealth after you’re gone, but also practical matters such as your preferences on medical treatment in the event that you won’t be in the capacity to choose.

And when the moment comes that a will is put into use, heirs must wait until the process of wealth distribution or probate is done. This may take time. In the US, there are companies that can provide inheritance advance information. They can provide cash advances or loans to heirs regardless of their financial status. Now that’s easy and hassle-free, not to mention the company’s commitment to fast and secure service. Not only that, they are also well-trained in exceptional and courteous customer service, something that we always love to see.

This is something that anyone awaiting an inheritance can fully benefit from.

The best feeling in the world

I felt the urge to share a text message forwarded by my friend. She said that I'll feel the kilig upon reading. See if you'll feel the same.

What's the best feeling in the world?

It's when you're both sleeping in a cold night...

You turn around, seeing him in his most innocent state,

You kiss him gently, making sure you won't wake him up,

You turn your back and a smile lights up your face,

Suddenly you feel an arm hug your waist, a warm breath on the back of your neck,

Then you hear him say...

"I love you."


So for all the hopeless romantics and everyone with a special someone out there, this is for you.

And I guess more so for those people who have found The One, for I know the little thought above affects you most. It may sound cheesy, but of course, you know how being loved feels like.

'Cause I do...