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Taking inspiration from the Volkswagen Beetle, the Ora Punk Cat is a charming if eccentric electric vehicle that marries retro chic & 2021 technology. And I want it!

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There’s nothing like a good meal shared with family and friends to tickle the senses and make memories that last a lifetime.

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Content designed to inspire and help you along your journey, regardless of whether you’re a ‘glass-half-full’ or ‘glass-half-empty’ kind of person.

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Life is simply better with music.

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Whether it’s a clever dad joke or a snippet from some of the best stand-up comedy around, I’m happy to share it with you.

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Recipes

Tuna Ceviche in Apple Cider Vinegar (Kinilaw na Isda sa Sosyal na Suka)

Tuna Ceviche in Apple Cider Vinegar (Kinilaw na Isda sa Sosyal na Suka)

Last Sunday, I ordered a kinilaw na isda from Inihaw Express. While I enjoyed it--they were very liberal with the wild bird's eye chilies (siling labuyo)--I found myself wondering if I could come up with something just as good. Kinilaw or kilawin is the Filipino...

Chinese Beef Balls

Chinese Beef Balls

For dinner tonight, I made my children Chinese Beef Balls with a flavourful sauce made of hoisin and garlic. It's delicious and healthy, because I baked it instead of frying it, and the flavour palate is out of this world, you guys. Ingredients Half kilo of ground...

Chicken minestrone is a great soup for coughs and colds

This chicken minestrone is one of my favourite comfort foods! Instead of the traditional arrow caldo, I like making a steaming bowl of tomatoes, beans, chicken, lentils, peas, carrots, and corn, cooked for two hours with chicken wings. So hot, so flavorful, so good,...

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MUSIC

Terrian, “Wake Up”

by Ganns | October 9, 2021 | Christian Music, New Christian Music | 0 Comments

Terrian’s “Wake Up” is a pleasing mid tempo jam about reliance on God on taking us out of our comfort zones and doldrums, and moving into the destiny He has planned for us.

Bruno Mars, Anderson.Paak & Silk Sonic, “Leave the Door Open”

by Ganns | March 23, 2021 | Music, Top 40 | 0 Comments

It's been five years since the release of a full album from Grammy Award-winning singer Bruno Mars. 24K Magic was a delightful throwback to the 80s, especially with the last single, Finesse, his collaboration with rapper Cardi B. Meanwhile, Anderson.Paak made his own...

Mandisa, “Breakthrough”

by Ganns | January 3, 2021 | Christian Music, New Christian Music | 0 Comments

Fresh from the release of her power ballad “Get Used to Different” from “The Chosen,” Grammy Award winning Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Mandisa stealth-dropped her new single, “Breakthrough.”

Mandisa & Ronnie Freeman, “Get Used to Different”

by Ganns | December 21, 2020 | Christian Music, Mandisa, Music, New Christian Music | 0 Comments

Grammy Award-winning Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Mandisa has released her new single, “Get Used To Different,” especially for the Christian holiday special “Christmas with the Chosen.”

Pentatonix, “12 Days of Christmas”

by Ganns | December 4, 2020 | Music, New Christmas Music, Top 40 | 0 Comments

Acapella supergroup Pentatonix has released a fun music video for their new Christmas song, “12 Days of Christmas,” visually matching the different music genres masterfully presented in the song.

Hailee Steinfeld, “I Love You’s”

by Ganns | October 28, 2020 | Music, Top 40 | 0 Comments

American singer and actress Hailee Steinfeld’s “I Love You’s” is an ode to self-care that, in its sample of Annie Lennox’s “No More I Love Yous”, hits all the right notes.

BTS, “Dynamite”

by Ganns | October 5, 2020 | Music, K-Pop, Top 40 | 0 Comments

KPop supergroup BTS has topped the Billboard Hot 100 for a third week with their English language single, “Dynamite.” Are you an ARMY yet?

Sigala & James Arthur, “Lasting Lover”

by Ganns | October 5, 2020 | Music, Top 40 | 0 Comments

Bruce Fielder, better known by his DJ moniker Sigala, has released his new single, a collaboration with James Arthur titled Lasting Lover. Written by Lewis Capaldi, who is massively popular in his own right, Lasting Lover was originally written as an acoustic track....

Pentatonix, “Mad World”

by Ganns | September 22, 2020 | Music, Top 40 | 0 Comments

Acapella supergroup Pentatonix has released its new single, Mad World, a cover of the original hit by Tears for Fears. Unlike the original midtempo 80s new wave classic, Pentatonix’s version features a somber arrangement and airtight harmonies that sends chills down one’s spine.

We Are Messengers feat Mali Music, “Love” (Remix)

by Ganns | July 23, 2020 | New Christian Music | 0 Comments

We Are Messengers has released a remix of their Top 20 Christian Songs hit, “Love.” The remix benefits from a few rap verses from Mali Music, who adds an urban touch to the original’s already irresistible melody and instrumentation.

POP MUSIC

Bruno Mars, Anderson.Paak & Silk Sonic, “Leave the Door Open”

It's been five years since the release of a full album from Grammy Award-winning singer Bruno...

Pentatonix, “12 Days of Christmas”

Acapella supergroup Pentatonix has released a fun music video for their new Christmas song, “12 Days of Christmas,” visually matching the different music genres masterfully presented in the song.

Hailee Steinfeld, “I Love You’s”

American singer and actress Hailee Steinfeld’s “I Love You’s” is an ode to self-care that, in its sample of Annie Lennox’s “No More I Love Yous”, hits all the right notes.

BTS, “Dynamite”

KPop supergroup BTS has topped the Billboard Hot 100 for a third week with their English language single, “Dynamite.” Are you an ARMY yet?

Sigala & James Arthur, “Lasting Lover”

Bruce Fielder, better known by his DJ moniker Sigala, has released his new single, a collaboration...

CHRISTIAN MUSIC

Terrian, “Wake Up”

Terrian’s “Wake Up” is a pleasing mid tempo jam about reliance on God on taking us out of our comfort zones and doldrums, and moving into the destiny He has planned for us.

Mandisa, “Breakthrough”

Fresh from the release of her power ballad “Get Used to Different” from “The Chosen,” Grammy Award winning Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Mandisa stealth-dropped her new single, “Breakthrough.”

Mandisa & Ronnie Freeman, “Get Used to Different”

Grammy Award-winning Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Mandisa has released her new single, “Get Used To Different,” especially for the Christian holiday special “Christmas with the Chosen.”

We Are Messengers feat Mali Music, “Love” (Remix)

We Are Messengers has released a remix of their Top 20 Christian Songs hit, “Love.” The remix benefits from a few rap verses from Mali Music, who adds an urban touch to the original’s already irresistible melody and instrumentation.

Zach Williams & Dolly Parton, “There Was Jesus”

Zach Williams has released a re-recorded version of “There Was Jesus,” off his 2019 album “Rescue Story.” The big difference? The presence of gospel/country superstar Dolly Parton!

K-POP

Twice, “The Feels”

Korean girl group TWICE has released its first English single, “The Feels,” an irresistibly upbeat disco-pop confection, in celebration of its upcoming 6th album.

BTS, “Dynamite Holiday Remix”

KPop supergroup BTS has dropped yet another remix of its Billboard No.1 hit, “Dynamite.” This time, it’s a festive holiday remix perfect for Christmastime.

BTS, “Dynamite”

KPop supergroup BTS has topped the Billboard Hot 100 for a third week with their English language single, “Dynamite.” Are you an ARMY yet?

Song Ji Eun, “Make It Love”

Korean pop vocalist Song Ji Eun has released “Make It Love,” her first solo non-soundtrack single since 2016’s “Bobby Doll.”

Blackpink, “How You Like That”

KPop girl group Blackpink has released “How You Like That,” its first single in over a year, to critical and commercial success.

ENCOURAGEMENT

Four Things Dads May Do That May Kill Their Child’s Spirit

Mar 29, 2015

Now that the school year has come to an end, my family and I are about to review March at our monthly family meeting, to see how well we did this month (and to sum up the whole school year). As we do so, I have to be very conscious of striking the right balance...

The Deen Family Meeting: A Simple Family Meeting Template

The Deen Family Meeting: A Simple Family Meeting Template

Feb 19, 2015

My family and I had our February 2015 family meeting today. It was the first family meeting we had since our strategic planning meeting last January 1. Holding regular family meetings is a good idea because allows your family the opportunity to sit down as a group to...

The Action Bible

The Action Bible

Jan 13, 2015

For #YouDayTuesday, I offer a different take on the Bible that you or your sons may enjoy. The Action Bible is the Bible in graphic novel format, presenting 215 stories from the Word of God in chronological order. I recently bought it as a present for Nathan and he's...

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