22 Nov, 2008
Reflections on Reflections
Posted by teacherjulie @ 12:05 am
Shelved under Lessons in Life, On the Road, Philippines, Photo Hunters, Snapshots

Every Saturday, participants post photos based on a theme. The theme for this Saturday is reflection.

I have another entry for reflection here.

The photo below is the reflection on a small pool of Carlos IV’s statue in Plaza Roma, Intramuros, Manila.It was 1803 when Spanish King Carlos IV sent a team to bring smallpox vaccine to the Philippines. This was headed by Dr. Francisco Xavier de Balmis who was a court physician of the royal family in Spain.

This has been written on the base of the statue: “Al Rey D. Carlos IV. En gratitud Al Don Benefico de la Vacuna. Los Habitantes de Filipinas.”

After several centuries, our country is still being given free medical assistance by rich nations. Not bad really but for me, it seems that only circumstances have changed and we are still dependent on others for some of the basic services that the government can’t deliver.

On the other hand, daily reflections can give people renewed faith, hope, and strength:

Do we really need (extreme) devotion to saints and church duties?

The Bible says “For by grace are ye saved through faith, and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast.” Eph 2: 8-9

Before I end this post, I want to share this quotation by an anonymous person:

“It is usually a surprise to discover that most ugliness we see in others is but a reflection of our own nature.”

Have a great weekend y’all :)

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22 Nov, 2008 @ 2:42 am
Treasure Jar » Reflection on the Moat said:

[...] This is my other entry. [...]

22 Nov, 2008 @ 2:56 am
Bengbeng said:

“It is usually a surprise to discover that most ugliness we see in others is but a reflection of our own nature.”-> definitely worth reflecting on

22 Nov, 2008 @ 3:07 am
Carver said:

Great post and shots for the theme Julie. Happy weekend.

22 Nov, 2008 @ 3:54 am
Criz Lai said:

“It is usually a surprise to discover that most ugliness we see in others is but a reflection of our own nature.”… That’s what I always say to my friends when they complain about others too much. :P

“Don’t point your finger at another as the other four fingers are pointing towards yourself. Study well within yourself first before you are eligible to complain about others.” :P

Have a nice weekend Julie. :)

http://crizcats.blogspot.com

22 Nov, 2008 @ 4:51 am
jams O'Donnell said:

Great choices for this week’s theme. The reflection in teh church looks as if the aile is a shimmering pool of water. Happy weekend

22 Nov, 2008 @ 5:09 am
Pat said:

Great choices for this week.

Have a great weekend.

22 Nov, 2008 @ 5:25 am
Photo Cache said:

beautiful take on the theme. i also enjoyed your text.

22 Nov, 2008 @ 7:21 pm
Lynn said:

I cannot agree more about the daily reflections. Happy weekend, Julie!

23 Nov, 2008 @ 8:20 am
JC said:

Interesting shots, and your quotes a certainly worth reflecting on :-)

23 Nov, 2008 @ 12:58 pm
FickleMinded said:

nice photos and nice input!
PH:Reflection

23 Nov, 2008 @ 1:02 pm
Rach (Heart of Rachel) said:

These are great choices for the theme.

Daily reflections can uplift the spirit especially during troubled times.

23 Nov, 2008 @ 2:38 pm
Leslie said:

Very interesting post this week, Julie. Hope your weekend is going well. :)

23 Nov, 2008 @ 9:11 pm
Sreisaat said:

Great take on this week’s theme, Teacher Julie.

23 Nov, 2008 @ 10:06 pm
claudie said:

Love your reflection on reflections! acces to health for each is so important!
The reflection in the church is lovely. It gives a special atmosphere, so spirituel!

24 Nov, 2008 @ 12:31 am
philos said:

Wow! I love the double entendre you gave to this week’s theme… excellent choices. :)

24 Nov, 2008 @ 7:36 am
Patricia (Pollywog Creek) said:

You have all manner of reflections here, Julie. That quote is very true. I am often most irritated in others that offense that is my own. (((Hugs)))

24 Nov, 2008 @ 10:01 am
napaboaniya said:

“It is usually a surprise to discover that most ugliness we see in others is but a reflection of our own nature.” -> A fact that most choose to deny.

Hope your weekend was a great one Julie :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 7:57 am
julie said:

Thanks for agreeing BB :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 7:58 am
julie said:

Thanks Carver :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:02 am
julie said:

I agree with the pointing fingers, Criz, four are pointed at the self. That is one ugly habit people should really get rid of.

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:05 am
julie said:

Wow, that is a good interpretation,I had to look at the photo again :D Thanks :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:07 am
julie said:

Thanks Pat :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:14 am
julie said:

Thank you :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:18 am
julie said:

Thank you, Lynn :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:26 am
julie said:

Thank you JC :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:30 am
julie said:

Thanks :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:39 am
julie said:

I agree Rachel, and not only through troubled times, this should happen when we are not in a bind too.

http://treasurejar.info/2008/11/21/why-do-you-call-on-god/

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:50 am
julie said:

Thank you Leslie :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:53 am
julie said:

Thanks ZJ :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:54 am
julie said:

Thank you Claudie :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:55 am
julie said:

There are RC practices that I find odd that’s why.

25 Nov, 2008 @ 8:57 am
julie said:

I was a bit surprised when I read that Patricia but I found myself nodding in agreement.

Thanks for the visit and I hope this week will be one of the best you will have :)

25 Nov, 2008 @ 9:07 am
julie said:

I was surprised when I read that Elaine because I am one of those who complain about or find fault in other people’s behavior.

30 Nov, 2008 @ 12:22 am
Mrs. Mecomber said:

Oh I do like the second photo! Great job!

Thank you for visiting my Photo Hunt last week. I am finally getting caught up!

Mrs. Mecomber
New York Traveler.net

5 Jan, 2009 @ 8:24 pm
julie said:

Thanks, Mrs Mecomber :)

24 Jan, 2009 @ 2:46 pm
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