Emily Pelayo
Professionally, I'm a Facility Planner for an oil company. My background is in corporate space planning and I recently completed an overseas project. Writing has always been a hobby of mine and found it very therapeutic.
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Religious Belief and Acceptance 10 Years After 9/11No doubt all of us were changed when the planes hit the towers ten years ago. My personal journey was that of faith - learning what separates Christians from Muslims and finding a common ground where we would reach acceptance.
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Ghostly Christmas LightsI was taking a video of my Christmas Marching Band with my cellphone when I noticed these lights darting in and out of the screen. Puzzled, I looked at what's causing it. However, outside of the screen, I can't see lights, or dust, or even insects. -
The Haunted BuildingI worked for a year in our company's office in Manila and, while there, I was treated with a slew of haunting stories by my co-workers. Here are some of their stories about their experiences in the haunted building. -
The Debt Ceiling and S&P Downgrade - How Did This Happen?My commentary on why I feel that raising the debt ceiling is bad for America, my analysis on what got us here and what I think should be done to get us out of this mess.
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Why Jack Fell - the Real Story Behind Jack and JillHere's my take on what really happened on the hill while Jack and Jill were fetching a pail of water. The reason for their fall has always been a mystery but I think this story might shed some light into it.
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Hearts of Glass: A Lenten IntrospectionAs we get closer to Easter, many are looking forward to breaking their fasts whether it be from certain foods or activities. With less than two weeks left in Lent, this article seeks to redirect us to do some self-reflection and become better persons. -
My True Ghost Stories - a SeriesEver since I was a child, I've always experienced some sort of a haunting. For the most part, they've been pretty harmless but they've always left me baffled. Here are some stories of my encounters - the first few of many I've had.
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Free Events in Tracy, CA for Spring/Summer 2011Eight free events in our town of Tracy, CA that are being held beginning in spring of 2011. Events range from concerts, yard sales and even the Amgen Tour of California. -
My Earth Day 2011 PledgeWith all these news about extreme weather, I can't help but think about how our wanton abuse of our environment played a big role in creating these problems. With Earth Day 2011 fast approaching, how we can help reverse the damages we caused? -
My Guilty Pleasure that is FacebookI used to think that social networking is just a fad. That view, though, has now changed as my online universe expands and the world somehow got smaller with every person I add to my personal network via Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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My Second Chance at LoveMy story about how I and my high school crush reconnected after twenty years.
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Letter to My High School TeacherAn open letter to my favorite high school teacher who just passed away. Teaching is one of the most thankless jobs there is but I hope this letter would let his family know that someone appreciated having Mr. Fabro as a part of my high school life. -
Halloween Costume Ideas for Pregnant WomenSome ideas for Halloween costumes for pregnant women that are easy to put together and quite cheap.
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Break Your Workout Boredom with Gold's Gym Dance Workout for WiiA review of the newly-released Gold's Gym Dance Workout for the Wii.
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Sprouting Pea in Lung and Brain Worm - Two Cases of Medical OdditiesOne of the big news items this week is about a man who thought he had lung cancer, but instead found out that he had a pea sprouting in his lung.
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Inception: The Hidden Message WithinMy take on the true message behind the movie "Inception". Note that this is not a review but more of an analysis of a message within. May have some spoilers for those who hasn't seen the movie.
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Summer Nightastic: Make the Most of the Night Magic at Disneyland ResortTips on how to enjoy Disneyland Resort's Summer Nightastic shows in one evening: Fantasmic, Magical and The World Of Color. -
The Karate Kid: A Movie ReviewThis is my review of the 2010 version of The Karate Kid, which opened June 11, 2010.
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The BP Spill Aftermath: President Obama Pushes for Clean EnergyHere are my thoughts on why alternative energy should be developed in light of the BP spill.
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Ati-atihan Festival: A Pagan Celebration Given a Catholic TwistThe Ati-atihan Festival is one of the biggest celebrations of the feast of the Sto. Nino in the Philippines. This article provides photos of the event and a short history of how the festival transitioned from a pagan celebration to a Catholic feast. -
Make Money Out of Ten Things to Get Rid of in 2010A list of ten things that you can get rid of for 2010 with some tips to make money out of them.
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A Flying Bat and a Bag of CandiesThis is a story about my earliest memories. It tells about events that happened during a trip I took to my dad's hometown in the Philippines when I was 2 years old. Pictures and informative links are included. -
Summer Festivals and Events in Tracy, CAList of events and festivals happening this summer in Tracy, CA.
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Adam Lambert's Vocal Acrobatics Are Unmatchable in American Idol Season 8 FinaleMy review of Adam Lambert's performance in the final showdown of American Idol.
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Adam Lambert is My Pick for the Next American IdolMy analysis on why Adam Lambert would win the title of American Idol for Season 8.
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American Idol Finalists Announced: Adam Lambert and Kris Allen Will Compete in the FinalsA synopsis of tonight's announcement of the finalists in American Idol
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How to Install a Slate Tile Backsplash the Quick and Easy WayA simple step-by-step guide to installing a slate tile backsplash quickly and easily.
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Tough Choices: How I'm Dealing with the Recession as a Small Business OwnerThis is my personal story on how the recession has affected my small businesses and the steps I'm taking to deal with the challenges.
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Simon Campaigns for Adam Lambert After His Spectacular Rendition of "One" and "Crying"My review of Adam's performance on the last night of American Idol as the Final Three battle it out for the two spots on the finals.
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The American River: California's Whitewater AdventureThis article is about the American River in the Sierra Foothills - the place to go for the ultimate outdoors experience in Northern California. -
Where to Go for Movies in Tracy, CaliforniaA list of five movie theaters within Tracy and beyond. Provides you with a quick guide to amenities and ticket prices with links for online purchase.
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Is Adam Lambert the New American Idol? "The Rocker" Sang "A Whole Lotta Love" and "Slow Ride"A review of Adam Lambert's performance on American Idol's Rock Week.
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Outdoor Summer Games for AdultsSome ideas for your outdoor summer parties that are geared more towards adult participants. These are not your typical summer party games!
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Summer Finger Foods with Asian TwistA list of my top 5 summer finger food recipes takes from various websites - tried and tested to be truly tasty!
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Children's Birthday Party Venues in Neighboring Towns of Tracy, CAList of eight wonderful options on where to hold your child's birthday party within close vicinity of Tracy, CA. These venues are tried, tested and parent and child approved.
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Best Electronic Christmas Gifts for Teens in 2008Here are some unique options for electronic gadget that teens would surely find "sick" (slang for awesome). -
Holiday Lights Here And AbroadHoliday lights around my neighborhood and overseas. -
Obama Supporter's Election StoryTuesday morning started beautifully for me. The sun was shining after a very wet Monday and traffic was very light going to the office. I was very excited to cast my vote.
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Halloween Contest: Local Attractions in the Bay AreaA sampling of free Halloween events all over the Bay Area. -
Three Fun and Exciting Ways to Celebrate the Company Holiday PartyNon-boring options for your company holiday party.
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Celebrating Christmas in a Foreign CountryTips on how to celebrate Christmas in a foreign country.
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Ten Halloween Haunts in the Bay Area and BeyondList of ten activities and places to go for Halloween in the Bay Area.
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Losing Weight with Wii FitReview of the effectiveness of Wii Fit as a weight loss tool.
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Livermore, California, Boasts 27th Annual Harvest Wine CelebrationThe 27th Annual Harvest Wine Celebration is held in the Livermore Wine Country in Livermore, California, every Labor Day weekend. -
3 Solutions to Your Mortgage Problems - Without Foreclosure or BankruptcyDon't think that you're a failure because you're in such a financial pickle right now. Any normal person encounters these problems at least once in their lifetime.