Open Range left so quick

It all came a shock. I was so unaware of the fact that Open Range filed for bankruptcy on October 6, 2011 and as a customer, was left with no internet connection for months. During those months, internet connections were pretty bad. I can remember calling a few times but the response on the other line is informing the caller - Open Range  is no longer accepting new customers. That sounds like stretching out their time in a positive way and without a bit of negativity. It sound like they are down right honest to tell me that their Communications is filled up and can only serve a certain number of customers in order to provide the best service.

The problem was that Open Range never provided any other number to call in case of internet connection problem. It was frustrating, very very frustrating. Until the day came, the day of reality, calling to inform customers that they are no longer providing services and to return the modem in a month's time. I do not answer toll free numbers so I never did talk to any person but a message came in my voicemail providing address where to return the modem  and if failed to do so will charge the customer the amount of the modem which is around $200. November 20 something, close to the end of the month is final due date for the return of modem  to avoid being charge. They also provided the same information on their website.

At my end, I feel like being kept in the dark. It happened that my connection was not working properly and was calling them for days, yet the only response was Open Range no longer accept new customers. What about the old customer who was having bad connection? What about the old customer who need to talk to a technician?

Open Range was new when I signed up. Believing they are better than clearwire who at that time was really bad on our area. Open Range offered a modem with router,  better than clear's modem only.  That was what caught my interest - modem with router. No more messy table filled with wires from computer to modem to router. They were actually $10 more compared to clear plus the monthly rental for the modem router. The good thing was that the connection was faster than clear. Funny thing is that both of the internet provider's tower place are the same location. Upon knowing this, my brain was wondering on some things but never really give it a deep thought until the day Open Range decided to discontinue providing service.

A business gone bad, doing business for one year, Open Range left so quick. I haven't got my refund for the days that the internet service should be working good but the sad part is calling a toll free number that nobody talks to you and not providing enough information for customers who need help.

This is the explanation given on the OpenRange website:


On October 6, 2011, Open Range Communications filed for bankruptcy and all operations are being wound down. If you are a previous Open Range customer and have a query about a non-return modem charge or other billing issue, email us: Your Full Name Customer Number Modem shipping tracking information Email the information above to orcsupport@openrange.us. Without this information we will not be able to research your claim.

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Touched by the song "On Eagle's Wings"

The song "On Eagle's Wings" was composed by a catholic priest named Michael Joncas in the year 1979. I have heard the song being played but did not pay any attention until  that day when the choir sang it for the first time and I was there, complete with lyrics. I was hesitating at first since the song was not familiar to my ears. Then it just came to me like a song and felt it like it is within me. The melody came so smooth, it was easy to follow and sing with my heart, giving my all without hesitation. It was a beautiful contemplative song, reflecting on God's mercy and goodness.

This song was based on Psalm 91 and Isaiah 40:31, and is becoming popular hence the words are so felt by the heart. I can say without a doubt that I was touched by the song " On Eagle's Wings".

On Eagle's Wings Lyrics

You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord,

Who abide in His shadow for life,

Say to the Lord, "My Refuge,

My Rock in Whom I trust."



And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,

Bear you on the breath of dawn,

Make you to shine like the sun,

And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

The snare of the fowler will never capture you,

And famine will bring you no fear;

Under His Wings your refuge,

His faithfulness your shield.



And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,

Bear you on the breath of dawn,

Make you to shine like the sun,

And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

You need not fear the terror of the night,

Nor the arrow that flies by day,

Though thousands fall about you,

Near you it shall not come.



And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,

Bear you on the breath of dawn,

Make you to shine like the sun,

And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

For to His angels He's given a command,

To guard you in all of your ways,

Upon their hands they will bear you up,

Lest you dash your foot against a stone.



And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,

Bear you on the breath of dawn,

Make you to shine like the sun,

And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

And hold you in the palm of His Hand.

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Funny Church Signs

You may party in hell but you will be the Barbeque - Our Savior's Church Sign

Everyday above ground is a good one - Church of God of Prophecy Sign

What is missing from ch__ch, U R - River Falls Baptist Church Sign

How do we make holy water? We boil the hell out of it - The First Church of Awesome Works Sign

To be almost saved is to be totally lost - Anonymous Sign

Whoever is praying for SNOW, please stop! (snows everywhere) - South End Baptist Church Sign

Church parking - Trespassers will be baptized - Christian Fellowship Church Sign

Read the bible, it's user friendly plus we offer tech support here every Sunday at 10 - Anonymous

Honk if you love Jesus. Text while driving if you want to meet Him. -Stonebridge Chuch of God Sign

There are some questions that can't be answered by Google - Claude Presbyterian Church Sign

Keep using my name in vain, I will make rush hour longer - First Reformed Church of Bethlehem Sign

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The Amazing Cucumber

I love cucumber. It is so good when pickled (maybe because I love pickles) and adds flavor to some dishes. I have tried cucumbers on my tired eyes and it does work wonders. Below are some ways to use the cucumber aside from eating it, pickled , fresh or cooked with your favorite add ons. Does it really work? I have not tried any of these but will in time. For now, it is best to share with you and see it yourself if it works. I will do an update when proven to be true.

This information was in The New York Times several weeks ago as part of their "Spotlight on the Home" series that highlighted creative and fanciful ways to solve common problems.

1. Cucumbers contain most of the vitamins you need every day, just one cucumber contains Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc.

2. Feeling tired in the afternoon? Put down the caffeinated soda and pick up a cucumber. Cucumbers are a good source of B Vitamins and Carbohydrates that can provide that quick pick-me-up that can last for hours.

3. Tired of your bathroom mirror fogging up after a shower? Try rubbing a cucumber slice along the mirror. It will eliminate the fog and provide a soothing, spa-like fragrance.

4. Are grubs and slugs ruining your planting beds? Place a few slices in a small pie tin, and your garden will be free of pests all season long. The chemicals in the cucumber react with the aluminum to give off a scent which is undetectable to humans but drives garden pests crazy and makes them flee the area.

5. Looking for a fast and easy way to remove cellulite before going out or to the pool? Try rubbing a slice or two of cucumbers along your problem area for a few minutes. The photo-chemicals in the cucumber cause the collagen in your skin to tighten, firming up the outer layer and reducing the visibility of cellulite. Works great on wrinkles too!!!

6. Want to avoid a hangover or terrible headache? Eat a few cucumber slices before going to bed and wake up refreshed and headache free. Cucumbers contain enough sugar, B vitamins and electrolytes to replenish essential nutrients the body lost, keeping everything in equilibrium, avoiding both a hangover and headache!!

7. Looking to fight off that afternoon or evening snacking binge? Cucumbers have been used for centuries and were often used by European trappers, traders and explorers for quick meals to thwart off starvation.

8. Have an important meeting or job interview and you realize that you don't have enough time to polish your shoes? Rub a freshly cut cucumber over the shoe; its chemicals will provide a quick and durable shine that not only looks great but also repels water.

9. Out of WD-40 and need to fix a squeaky hinge? Take a cucumber slice and rub it along the problematic hinge, and voilà, the squeak is gone!

10. Stressed out and don't have time for massage, facial or visit to the spa? Cut up an entire cucumber and place it in a boiling pot of water. The chemicals and nutrients from the cucumber will react with the boiling water and be released in the steam, creating a soothing, relaxing aroma that has been shown to reduce stress in new mothers and in college students during final exams.

11. Just finish a business lunch and realize you don't have gum or mints? Take a slice of cucumber and press it to the roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds to eliminate bad breath. The phytochemcials will kill the bacteria in your mouth responsible for causing bad breath.

12. Looking for a 'green' way to clean your faucets, sinks or stainless steel? Take a slice of cucumber and rub it on the surface you want to clean. Not only will it remove years of tarnish and bring back the shine, but it won't leave streaks and won't harm you fingers or fingernails while you clean.

13. Using a pen and made a mistake? Take the outside of the cucumber and slowly use it to erase the pen writing. Also works great on crayons and markers that the kids have used to decorate the walls!!






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Now this is very interesting! Car's manual says to roll down the windows to let out all the hot air before turning on the A/C. WHY ?
No wonder more folks are dying from cancer than ever before. We wonder where this stuff comes from but here is an example that explains a lot of the cancer causing incidents.

Many people are in their cars the first thing in the morning, and the last thing at night, 7 days a week.
As I read this, it makes me feel guilty and ill. Please pass this on to as many people as possible. Guess its not too late to make some changes

Car A/C (Air Conditioning) MUST READ!!!

Please DO NOT turn on A/C as soon as you enter the car. Open the windows after you enter your car, and then turn ON the AC after a couple of minutes

Here's why: According to research, the car's dashboard, seats, a/c ducts in fact ALL of the plastic objects in your vehicle, emit Benzene, a Cancer causing toxin. A BIG CARCINOGEN. Take the time to observe the smell of heated plastic in your car, when you open it, and BEFORE you start it up.

In addition to causing cancer, Benzene poisons your bones, causes anemia and reduces white blood cells. Prolonged exposure will cause Leukemia and increases the risk of some cancers. It can also cause miscarriages in pregnant females

Acceptable Benzene level indoors is: 50mg per sq.ft.

A car parked indoors, with windows closed, will contain 400-800 mg of Benzene.

If parked outdoors, under the sun, at a temperature above 60 degrees F.
the Benzene level goes up to 2000-4000 mg, 40 times the acceptable level.

People who get into the car, keeping the windows closed, will inevitably inhale, in quick succession, excessive amounts of the BENZENE toxin

Benzene is a toxin that affects your kidneys and liver. What's worse, it is extremely difficult for your body to expel this toxic stuff from your body

So friends, please open the windows and door of your car - give it some time for the interior to air out -(dispel the deadly stuff) - before you enter the vehicle

Thought: 'When someone shares something of value with you and you benefit from it, you have a moral obligation to share it with others.'

This is what snopes.com says. It is not the air conditioning in the car but the Benzene producing agents that cause cancer.




This blog is solely for reading purposes, some are based on personal experience, emails sent by friends and some are from other sources. It is not the intention to confused the reader but to remember you are the decision maker of your thoughts and action. If you have doubts, please research thoroughly. Your comments and additional information is very much welcome. Thank you for your time.




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The fruit of FAITH is Love
The fruit of LOVE is Service
The fruit of SERVICE is Peace