Did you know? JACKIE CHAN

Did you know?

JACKIE CHAN

1.Jackie Chan’s real name is Chan Kong-Sang

2.He speaks 7 languages: Cantonese, Mandarin, English, German, Korean, Japanese and Thai and also American Sign Language.

3.He is a classically trained vocalist and has released more than 20 albums in over five languages, in addition to providing the theme tunes for several of his earlier films and singing in several Chinese versions of Disney classics.

4.While filming the movie, Armour of God, Jackie Chan actually jumped out of a plane and landed on top of hot air balloon.

5.While filming Armour of God, he had an accident and doctors had to sustain his life by fixing a permanent plastic plug in his skull.

6.He holds the Guinness World Record for “Most Stunts by a Living Actor”

7.He also has a son who is into drugs.

8.He once said he won’t give any portion of his wealth to his son. According to Jackie, “If he [his son] is capable, he can make his own money. If he is not, then he will just be wasting my money.”

9.He practiced a scene in the movie Dragon Lord, 2900 times before he could get it right. The scene holds the record for the most takes required for a single scene.

Married in dilemma

A man had a wife and a mistress and he didn't know who to choose as his Best. He decided to go see a wise man and find answers to his problem. 

He asked the wise man if he had to be with his wife or his mistress. 

The wise man looked at him and took two pots in his hands. One with a rose 🌹🌹 and the other with a cactus 🌵🌵 and asked him,

"What will you choose if I ask you to choose one among these two pots? ".

The man looked at him and smiled,

" Obviously, I will choose the one with a rose 🌹🌹".

The wise man smiled,

" You proved that you are reckless and rushed. 

You don't deserve any of this pots either, since you choosed the one with a rose.

Neither the one containing a rose 🌹🌹 nor the one with a cactus 🌵🌵.

Some men driven by beauty chooses what seems to shine most. 

The rose 🌹🌹 is beautiful but will wither soon. 

But the cactus 🌵🌵 even though it is not very beautiful at first sight, remains the same, whatever the climate is. 

Dark green with thorns, but when bloom, offers you a beautiful flower. 

Your wife knows all your weaknesses, flaws and mistakes, but still love you for who you are. 

Your mistress doesn't want you whole but just the beautiful part. Your smiles, victories, caresses. 

Your wife loves your tears and defeats. She is beside you for better and for worse. 

When difficult times arrives, your mistress will go away and look for someone else. But your wife will always stay by your side no matter what.

Don't look now that everything looks good. Things might not go that long. It's never too late. Don't despise the cactus 🌵🌵 to get the rose 🌹🌹.

Time is coming when you will know the importance of the cactus. Until then, make the right decision. 

But one more thing, don't leave your diamond at home and go in search of stones somewhere else".

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A LETTER TO MY FORMER CLASSMATES.

20 CHILDREN CANNOT PLAY TOGETHER FOR 20 YEARS. 

A LETTER TO MY FORMER CLASSMATES. 

 Dear Classmates,   

I humbly wish to write to you this letter informing you that; some of us left school with different perspectives and opportunities.

Some of us joined Universities immediately. Some of us got employed. Some of us are still searching for jobs. 

Some of us travelled abroad. Some of us are back in the village. Some of us are in the hospital. Some of us have died. Some of us are in prison. Some of us are married. Some of us are widowers and widows. 

Some of us are single. Some of us got mad and are walking barefooted in the streets. Wherever you are, if we happen to meet in this world, please be kind. 

Not all of us are living a good life. Not all of us got successful after school. No matter how busy you are, sometimes check on us. Call us, message us. Let's encourage each other. 

Let's support each other. Just because we started the journey together, does not mean we landed at the same destination. Just be grateful all the time 💕🙏👍

©️ Crown Vibes

Good morning

DON'T BLINDLY JOIN A GROUP THAT YOU KNOW NOTHING ABOUT...

MY PERSONAL OPINION

TOPIC: DON'T BLINDLY JOIN A GROUP THAT YOU KNOW NOTHING ABOUT...

Don't join a social club that you know nothing about. That your friends are part of a group, doesn't in anyway imply that you must be part of that group. There might be things that they are not telling, but your hunger to belong might lure you into a place where you will be vulnerable to uncertainty, open to diabolic manipulation, and to a place where you might be harmed, both in your body and in your soul. The name that they call the group is immaterial, and their logo is inconsequential, what matters the most is the ideology and the spirit behind that group. Don't hastily join a WhatsApp group that you are not conversant with. If what they are sharing there is unhealthy for your soul, it will definitely destroy your body and your progress in the long run. If you are not a critical thinker, a praying warrior or one who discerns, you will join a secret cult without even knowing it. If you don't understand their objectives and  values, you might be swept away by the tide of groupthink, conformity, singing and dancing. Don't forget that joining a group without understanding its goals, aims, dreams, and ends is akin to embarking on a journey without a map, compass, a torchlight or a guide.

To join a group blindly is to throw away your autonomy, identity and the moral compass guiding your life. It is to place trust in others without first verifying their trustworthiness or alignment with your own beliefs and principles. It is to forfeit the opportunity for authentic connection, meaningful contribution, and personal growth. If you don't ask why before you jump in, you will surely look back to see that going back is impossible, even while proceeding is painful. Don't just join that group because they spoke gloriously about it. Call it whatever you want, all I want you to know is that every group that invites you to join them or that you desire to join must be approached with discernment, curiousity and a healthy dose of skepticism. Ask questions before you join. Seek clarification before you apply to be a member. Conduct independent research to ensure that the group's goals align with our own values and aspirations. You shouldn't rely on peer pressure or flashy displays presented by the group to join them, instead rely on your own intuition and conscience. Don't call it an ordinary WhatsApp group or social club, or even people's club or village meeting; make sure that the decision to join that group is a conscious, informed choice based on a thorough understanding of its goals, aims, dreams, and ends. 

Your servant,

@ Fr. Albert Nwosu' (Nwachinemere)

(My personal opinion)

🎤MY SHEEP HEAR MY VOICEAND THEY FOLLOW ME (John 10:27)

⏰Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Easter (23 April 2024)

📖Acts 11:19-26; Ps 87:1-3, 4-5, 6-7 (R. Ps 117:1a); John 10:22-30 

🎤MY SHEEP HEAR MY VOICEAND THEY FOLLOW ME (John 10:27)

The conflict of opposites is a major characteristic of the Gospel of St. John. This conflict mostly depicts the conflict between believers and non-believers. 

One may be wondering why the Jews always failed to comprehend Jesus' teachings. He had just presented himself as the good shepherd, but they still came up with the question, "How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly" (John 10:24). It shows, firstly, that they were not listening. 

Yes! To them, Jesus was a common Galilean and so is disqualified from being the Messiah (cf. John 8:40-52). How can they then listen to him? Overfamiliarity can also lead us into that kind of attitude. 

Note that, in the Gospel, it was not the 'Israelites' that are always raising this opposition but the 'Jews'. The term 'Jews' is an identity of a tribe but the term 'Israel' is an identity of the chosen people of God. Remember that Jesus also said that it was the Father who had given the sheep that follow him to him (John 10:29), and we are privileged members of that flock. Are you faithfully following the Shepherd?

Finally, the Jews who asked that question were really ignorant of the scriptures. A lot of instances in the Scriptures should have explained to them that Jesus is the Christ (see Deut 18:15-20; Jer 3:15). But that is Johannine irony at play. Those who should know or who claim to know do not really know (cf. John 3:10).

Are you whom you should be or whom you claim to be? The Christians at Antioch were so called because they behaved like Christ (see Acts 11:23-26). 

May Christ the Good Shepherd guide us along the right path and enable us to understand his ways so that we may be his faithful witnesses here on earth. Amen. 

Have a beautiful day ahead under the watchful guide of Christ. Peace be with you.

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9 SIGNS YOU WILL BE A BORING SPOUSE

Dear Single Bro/Sis 

9 SIGNS YOU WILL BE A BORING SPOUSE 

Many years ago I was headed down this path, but with knowledge came enlightenment, I was able to have a paradigm shift of sorts.

 It took me time, reading book after book, losing out on friendships and great memories to get here.

My wish for you is that it takes you only this post.

9 Signs that reveal you will be a boring spouse...

1) YOU DON'T DANCE ...

No I'm not saying you don't know how to dance, that's different.

I'm saying you don't dance.

Music is going on, and you frown your face like soldier ant,

You are of the opinion that only sinners dance,

That alone reveals several things about you,

Studies reveal that people who love to dance irrespective of how good or bad they are in it are happier people, healthier, more interesting, and, wait for it....... Make better lovers.

Besides dancing is an exercise.. How can you hate to dance?

2) YOU DON'T LAUGH EASILY. 

Again, frowning is not a sign of Holiness.

All this religiousity, strange fire that can not even boil water.

You'll be carrying face up and down like old ten naira note.. 

Smile oh, Laugh, Be Happy,

Don't be among those who intentionally frown all the time, so they seem pious, serious, and mature

Is a lie,

if you like starch your face, my brother, if you're not mature you are not mature.

Even God used to laugh. Who are you again? 

3) YOU DON'T JOKE. 

I once counseled a lady, her Man hates jokes, he doesn't crack jokes, and if you did, he wouldn't laugh. It wasn't psychological, it was intentional 

She couldn't even play/joke or have a funny jovial moment with him. I sha told her to run for her life.

Marriage is not Barracks, 

If your spouse cannot laugh and joke around you, wetin you gain?

When you always squeeze your face like you are going to audition for the lead role in the Angry Birds cartoon. 

If this is you, please begin to change, begin to allow the light shine and illuminate your dark heart and soon, you'll be amazed with the result.

Stop fighting Fun.. Otherwise you may soon be fighting Hypertension 

Let down your guard, give in to the fun of the moment,

let it take hold of you,

let it fill your heart,

let it guide your lips into a smile, and then laughter.

You'll feel good, and your marriage will be better for it. Trust me.

4) YOU THINK PLAYING IS FOR KIDS.

Is lie oh, adults play too.

In fact, adults play more, they just play with sense and discreetly.

Single? Better be warming up to play hide and seek, pillow fight, snake in the monkey shadow (whatever game that one is) with your wife /Husband if you want an interesting home. 

5) YOU ARE STINGY

You are stingy, what else do you want to hear again?

What's interesting/funny about a stingy person?

6) YOU THINK PET NAMES ARE FOOLISH.

Me, that I've already kept Jane's pet name one side,

leave me to be foolish oh.. 

After all the bible says that ".....God has chosen the foolish things of these world to confound the wise?" 

But then, you won't know what you are missing out on. 

7) YOU PREFER TO BE ALONE.

You enjoy solitude than you enjoy people's company,

You hate going out, 

Then why even get married?

8..) YOU DON'T LIKE TRYING NEW THINGS

It's over na.

If you don't like trying new things, your Marriage is in for it,

I mean, all the things to be learned that can be used to improve your marriage life, and you chose to be stuck in yesterday.

New words, New places to go, New za oda room activities and you are already satisfied.

B O R I N G

9). YOU DON'T OPEN UP

When you are highly secretive,

You don't like engaging in conversations that exceed a minute.

You don't like to talk

You rather say "fine" than say "I am Fine"

All the time you keep pushing friends who want to know you away with "I don't want to talk about it" and your lack of interest in talking,

Somehow you think that's how a Man should be. 

How will your spouse enjoy the marriage?

How will the resultant marriage be interesting?

Or have you not read "COMMUNICATION IS THE LIVE WIRE OF ANY RELATIONSHIPS/MARRIAGE" 

Start to change intentionally today

Be a more interesting Man/Woman 

IT'S YOUR MARRIAGE 

MAKE IT INTERESTING.

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