Imagine sharing one bathroom with your entire community.
Now picture yourself living with those same people in a small tent. Crowded right?
The Mangyan's community in Mindoro, Philippines was recently burned down. Homes and community centers instantly became non-existent.
This Friday, we're throwing a huge post Valentine's party to raise that support.
Here are the details.
Friday, FEBRUARY 20th, 2009
7:00-10pm
VCNJ
705 Ringwood Ave
Wanaque, NJ 07465
Cost of tickets: $50.00/person
We need 8 more tickets to meet our goal. If you or someone you know can sponsor a ticket, please let us know! Lock arms with us to rebuild this community!
We will also be taking donations to fill our boxes which we are sending in the end of February. Please bring baby clothes, adult clothes, canned foods, and anything of value which you are able to contribute. Every little bit counts!
Thank you for choosing to make a difference in the lives of the Mangyan families.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Enrique Carlos
Email: enrique.ec@gmail.com
Blog: www.enriquecarlos.com
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Friday, February 6, 2009
The Tortoise and the Hare
Due to the snow, I drove at a steady 25mph, I couldn't help but notice SUVs pass me at 40mph in the snowy terrain.
Were they aware that their big ol' SUVs could flip over like the overturned SUVs two miles back? Possibly, but they keep on plowing ahead. Unfortunately for them, maybe for you, and even for me, their decision could have damaging consequences.
I remember when I first started driving, my mentor would always tell me, it doesn't matter how fast you go. You'll get there. Drive steady to reach your goal safely. Don't speed to get there first only to get banged up later. Those words have saved me lots of speeding tickets, accidents, and the flip of the bird, sometimes.
The same is true for website restructuring, launches, or whatever it is you're working on. First is great, but if the underlying motive is to be first without having to ask difficult questions, conducting usability groups, objective discussions, you'll find that first is going to cost you. Being the first to have the most customers without having a great product is going to cost you. Being the first to promise this or that feature is great, but if it's not usable, no one wins.
Were they aware that their big ol' SUVs could flip over like the overturned SUVs two miles back? Possibly, but they keep on plowing ahead. Unfortunately for them, maybe for you, and even for me, their decision could have damaging consequences.
I remember when I first started driving, my mentor would always tell me, it doesn't matter how fast you go. You'll get there. Drive steady to reach your goal safely. Don't speed to get there first only to get banged up later. Those words have saved me lots of speeding tickets, accidents, and the flip of the bird, sometimes.
The same is true for website restructuring, launches, or whatever it is you're working on. First is great, but if the underlying motive is to be first without having to ask difficult questions, conducting usability groups, objective discussions, you'll find that first is going to cost you. Being the first to have the most customers without having a great product is going to cost you. Being the first to promise this or that feature is great, but if it's not usable, no one wins.
Friday, January 16, 2009
Martin Luther King and National Day of Service
Crisis does two things.
1. It brings people together.
2. It causes action.
Positive or negative, well, that's up to you. Martin Luther King saw opportunity through crisis. He worked through his crisis every day not just one. On Monday, January 19, we look back and honor Martin Luther King through a National Day of Service. See more here.
National Day of Service is an opportunity to help those around you. Volunteer. Hold the door open. Take someone to lunch. Call a friend. Educate a student. Blog some good. Simple, but it adds up. We may be in a crisis now, but your response makes all the difference.
You see, the only thing that separates you and me is an excuse. I can borrow yours, but won’t. Mine aren't that good either. Here's a list to help you get started. My group is listed at #3, GILAS - Gearing Up Internet Literacy and Access for Students, so if you're interested let's chat.
1. It brings people together.
2. It causes action.
Positive or negative, well, that's up to you. Martin Luther King saw opportunity through crisis. He worked through his crisis every day not just one. On Monday, January 19, we look back and honor Martin Luther King through a National Day of Service. See more here.
National Day of Service is an opportunity to help those around you. Volunteer. Hold the door open. Take someone to lunch. Call a friend. Educate a student. Blog some good. Simple, but it adds up. We may be in a crisis now, but your response makes all the difference.
You see, the only thing that separates you and me is an excuse. I can borrow yours, but won’t. Mine aren't that good either. Here's a list to help you get started. My group is listed at #3, GILAS - Gearing Up Internet Literacy and Access for Students, so if you're interested let's chat.
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