What is 1550? Fifteen Fifty is 100% Pinoy-made shirt. It’s not the typical humorous shirts that you see around. It’s all about style and innovation. With exceptional designs to choose from, we also take pride in the quality of shirts that we aim to deliver. These are the shirts that represent the urban lifestyle of the 90’s era.
Created by an entrepreneur from Mandaluyong city, the name Fifteen Fifty Street Couture was lifted from a zip code of the said municipality. Shirts were produced on a small scale basis selling them to friends and colleagues. Joining him are friends whose passions lie in creating exceptionally innovative designs and market them through a stylish Fifteen Fifty Street Couture shirt.
Our designer graduated Fine Arts in University of Sto. Tomas, home of the Fine Arts honchos, and was one of the responsible few who created the ingenious blood stricken Pacquiao shirt.
MISSION STATEMENT
Fifteen Fifty Street Couture intends to deliver urban lifestyle and fashion in all our quality shirts. We aim to contribute to the Philippines and its culture by upholding the Filipino legacy through our intricate urban lifestyle 90’s designs that would help us accomplish our goals in becoming successful entrepreneurs. While we aim to do so, we manage to be competitive by being cost-efficient, providing valuable service at a cost-friendly rate.
VISION
Fifteen Fifty Street Couture aims to be the leading T-shirt company that provides fashionable and comfortable shirts of all ages and cultures. We strive for excellence by providing fashion statement that will help improve the lifestyle of our clients through our seamless quality shirts.
Prices range from Php300 and up depending on the intricacy of the design. S, M, L, XL and XX sizes are available while we also have baby tees for women. 1550 shirts are available in white, black, red and blue colors. We also customize shirts for companies, institutions and organizations with special requirements. For orders and inquiries, please contact us at +632 386-1553 or send your comments here and we will contact you.
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My daughter’s favorite past times before she hits the sack include reading books, playing with mommy and daddy, singing and watching her favorite bed time children stories on You Tube. One holiday afternoon, we were watching You Tube when we discovered this very funny video about David. The video was obviously taken and uploaded by his father, who knew that he shouldn’t let go of this one special and funny moment. David, who came from a surgical operation from his dentist, looks drugged. And yes David, this is REAL LIFE.
Well, perhaps this is the reason why some kids don’t like going to the dentist. Hehe. Okay. I don’t want to spoil the surprise. Enjoy the video.
As told by Jose Marcel Panlilio, a passenger on Seair Flight DG-0024. Looks like SEAIR is trying to cover up something.
Photo taken after the plane crash from a vehicle provided by SEAIR
A mechanical malfunction. Not an accident.
At about 15 minutes after 12 noon, the Seair pilots tried to break as normal on touchdown but did not succeed so let the heavy twin-turboprop Dornier 328 run at first, then applied the breaks again which made the plane veer extremely right almost tipping on that side. Having lost control of steering control (or the right wheel did not come down from the undercarriage on time) the pilots’ decided to go into the muddy grass side of the runway, hitting the runway lights parts onto the tarmac. The emergency action successfully embedded the uncontrollable wheels and steering of the plane into the mud for a full sudden stop.
Thank God for seatbelts. Also, having owned an airline before, the problem is not pilot error but mechanical in that either steering control or the undercarriage wheels’ timing device were the problem.Domestic runway now closed due to broken parts on runway and part of Dornier 328’s left wing partially jutting on tarmac. Passengers remained for 10 minutes in the plane until emergency and rescue arrived. Seair ground staff were excellent, cheering passengers onto the bus with first aid offered on the side. They even fetched the bags and pet animals from cargo to save from suffocation in the heat of the day.Many of the passengers after the very strong jolt forward from the stoppage joked how they’re almost done paying for their homes in Cavite and this had to happen, etc. This was a sign of how shocked they were, that required the typically Pinoy jokes to mask and smoothen the realization that the plane crash could have been far more harmful and fatal. Many will pray fervently in gratitude tonight.Were the pilots of Seair not quick-thinking to get into the grass fast, the uncontrollable plane was set to lie on its side with the right propeller cutting into the fuselage killing passengers and all. From the photos, all the wheels of the plane’s undercarriage are bent.Thank God always, we are safe.
Article and photos were provided by the passenger himself, Jose Marcel Panlilio.
Publicly listed Boulevard Holdings, Inc. (stock symbol “BHI”) will inject an additional P40M into its Fridays Hotel unit in Boracay Island from internally generated funds. Fridays Boracay will use the money for the acquisition of additional property within Boracay for its resort expansion.
A portion of the monies will be allocated for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of its existing facilities while the business is on its low season. The planned project activities are scheduled in preparation for the nearly fully booked high season that starts in October of this year up through June 2010 based on advance bookings already received from regular and satisfied foreign and local clients.
Mauro Badiola, BHI’s VP for Finance, stated that the parent company regularly receives reports from its subsidiary that currently does not bode well for the performance of hotels in Boracay Island. “The report of our General Manager, Mr. Barry Schofield, recently indicated that tourism in Boracay is being hammered by several factors: the dwindling visits of the regional western expat travelers and local elite clients, the recent stoppage since June 25 of virtually all direct flights to Caticlan (and diversion to Kalibo) by Zest Air, Cebu Pacific, and PAL due to plane size to runway safety considerations, the swine flu rumors in the news prevalent to the Philippines, the recent direct hits from the last few typhoons, and overall disappearance in global demand for travel services. Everyone is suffering for now, even the newly opened ones like the Shangri La Boracay.” Nevertheless, Mr. Badiola went on to say, “that when the economy picks up even through traditional peak travel seasons, the first thing people will do is reward themselves and their family with some quality but affordable vacation. We remain confident that the Philippine government tirelessly promotes its tourism assets abroad, and foresee some move upward in overall tourism traffic, also as long as hotels—elite or budget—would keep their prices affordable and reasonable, in relation to value experienced by the client.”
Another unit of BHI, Fridays Boquete Island, continues to focus on the on-going construction of its 85 room Boutique Hotel in the lagoons of Puerto Galera. Expected soft opening is scheduled within the first quarter of 2010. With this in mind, the public company plans to raise an additional 80 million pesos, largely from disposal of some of its assets abroad and from within. BHI is a stakeholder and partner of Gems Cayman which owns Hong Kong based Gems International, which in turn is a partner of Macquarie in operating another fund manager, called ARF Investment Management Ltd., managing the Asia Resources Fund Limited (ARFL). ARFL is now on its fund raising activity. BHI company CEO, Jose Marcel Panlilio, stated that, “at some point BHI’s cash will be a large fraction of its market value, and so, we must channel funds to what we see as good growth but proven businesses such as resort chain development. Also BHI has an extensive set of beach properties throughout the Philippines, so the investment yield won’t be too diluted with the land acquisition aspect.” To fully complete its resort chain investments, BHI intends all in all to raise about 650 million pesos, from a combination of asset disposals, internally generated funds, and private placement with foreign private equity. BHI closed at P.10 on its last trading session.
It’s been a long time since I last blogged. In fact, it’s been three long weeks since I last visited and typed on this blog site. There are a number of reasons why. First is that I’ve been busy with my business, as a PR consultant for my clients here in the Philippines; second is I am a part of Fifteen Fifty Street Couture formed by my husband and friends wherein we will be launching bad-ass designed shirts; third is that I’m also busy with Jampacked Promotions Inc.- a company formed with colleagues from the same line of business with our first-ever co-produced concert Nostalgic Mem’ries.
Since it’s part of our business, allow me to blog about it (or rather promote it) and expect to read more about tshirts and events in the next posts that I will be having.
Nostalgic Mem’ries Relives the Good Ol’ Music
Bring back the memories of yesteryears with songs from the country’s top balladeers. Metro Concert Bar, in cooperation with LGS Promotions & Jampacked Promotions bring you “Nostalgic Mem’ries”. A concert featuring Rico J. Puno, Nonoy Zuniga and Rey Valera. Sing to their hit songs on July 25, Saturday at 10 p.m. at the Metro Concert Bar, West Avenue Quezon City. Tickets are at P1,500 & P1,000. For inquiries and ticket reservations, call Jampacked Promotions at 9104276 or 386-1553. Special thanks to: The Philippine Star, Fundador, and Liveraide.
Published in Philippine STAR, July 15 at the Entertainment Section
Sample ticket at Php1,500
I was never a loyal fan of Michael Jackson. I never cried seeing him perform. I didn’t even shed a tear when he died. But I totally admired the professional artist and the total performer that he truly was. I don’t remember myself NOT dancing or singing to his songs because I have always loved his songs. I was born in early ’70s and I had the privilege to listen to his top of the chart hits Billie Jean, Beat It, Thriller, Rock With You, Smooth Criminal, and many many more. Michael Jackson had it. He had everything until an interview with Martin Bashnir came out on television 2003.
Dubbed as Living with Michael Jackson, Martin Bashnir showed everything. And literally turned the tables around on the moonwalker making him appear as a smooth criminal. The interview was very unusual, so unusual that I was glued on bed watching the entire interview. Since then, the public has never seen much of the moonwalker on television. Most americans hated Michael Jackson and all the more judged him from what was shown on that particular interview. It was carefully and deliberately edited to show the different (or rather the odd and bad) side of the King of Pop. I must say, it was a backstabbing strategy.
Few years later, news came out that Neverland was seized by the government, Michael Jackson was in hiding and in debt, Michael Jackson was sued by a number of people and organizations, and more. I could only think of one thing how these things happened. I could only blame it to that interview. He was not able to pull it all together especially that the issue involved his children. As a former child star and a parent, I think he only wants to protect his children and think of their welfare more than anything else. So when I heard about his comeback concert, I felt glad for him to be able to bring back the pieces of his life and prove that he hasn’t lost the luster that he once had.
Then came the ill-fated news on July 25, 2009. Michael Jackson died on a suspected cardiac arrest at his rented home in Los Angeles. He was no longer breathing when his body was rushed to the UCLA Medical Hospital. The news is all over the Internet. As I watch the CNN news, thoughts ran through my mind. The King of Pop is gone. He could no longer moonwalk in front of his millions of fans in London. He could no longer cheer them and sing to them. He could no longer pay his debts and gain back his lost properties. He could no longer face his critics and say, I am back! Worse, he could no longer be there to take care, guide and protect his children the way he wanted to.
I took time to search for the interviews that I’ve seen years back and wish to share it with you guys especially to those who haven’t seen it yet. Unfortunately, I could only share a few as the video is a private property. And for MJ, perhaps they would understand you now. Good that you managed to keep the child living within you. You will always be Peter Pan. Safe journey!
Amidst the sex video lurking around the Internet and video stalls all over the metro, Maricar Reyes opted to keep her silence. Yes, she has been silent all this time. Everyone thought (and even suggested) that she confines herself abroad. But she didn’t. Last Sunday, she came out in public and confidently sashayed down the ramp of ASAP 09 during a mini fashion show of ABS CBN Star Magic Talents.Donning a purple gown, Maricar Reyes was escorted by a co-Star Magic talent Jason Abalos and walked down the runway as elegant and lovely as she has always been.
I must say that this is such a brave act. And hopefully no one will ever ask her about the video. Does she need to explain herself? I don’t think so. All she could do now is just do her part in both her acting and medical profession. Check out this video at 3:20. Maricar is out to prove everyone that she’s just sooo back in the game and there’s no backing out. No way that she could be destroyed by a video proliferating on the Internet and even everywhere. And in the end, she would be remembered not because of Hayden Kho or a particular video but as a good actress and a model with a pretty face. Perhaps not now, not sooner. Maybe later. What do you think?
This is based on a story told by a dear friend who works at the security of JFK airport who chanced upon Floyd Mayweather, Jr. sometime May 20.
One fine afternoon, this guy friend of mine was doing his usual work when a prominent personality came in. Part of the security procedure was to check all passengers. Then another security (my friend’s co-worker) jokingly told Mayweather that my friend’s a Filipino. Upon learning so, the pound for pound fighter started thrash talking the reigning IBO, RING Junior and WBC Junior Welterweight champ Manny Pacquiao saying that he won’t make money fighting the latter. He even added that he never got KO’d compared to Pacquiao who already had 2 knockouts. This egocentric boxer just wouldn’t stop criticizing and even added that, “Pacquiao doesn’t have a $3,000 pair of jeans like what I’m wearing right now.” He just went on and on so my friend just walked away thinking that one day Mayweather would eat his words.
Could this be the $3,000 pair of jeans he's talkin about? So what? Beneath his expensive clothes lies a cocky egoistic type of guy
Wearing a pair of comfy elegant pants matched with black cashmere vest and long sleeved white polo, Manny was all smiles during the opening of San Francisco baseball team
At first glance (looking at him on national television), I knew that Mayweather’s personality is the arrogant type. Adding to that is the fact that he had won all his fights. But still, I don’t think it’s reason enough for him to have too much confidence oozing in his head because one day, he’d find his match. And who knows, that fighter would bring him down and shame him in front of his supporters. I’m not saying it’s Pacquiao because I’m a Filipino. But who knows? It could be possible. Everything is just possible. Like how Pacquiao defeated the Golden Boy Oscar Dela Hoya despite the fact that most people belittled Pacquiao’s height and reach compared to the latter.
Statistics states that 80% of the people who yack loses the game while the silent type are the deadly ones. Manny Pacquiao has always been silent in his fight. He remains calm and focused on his training. Pacquiao vehemently puts his heart on the game as he dedicates every fight to his country. This selfless act made him won the hearts of not only Filipinos but people of different race all over. This selfless act alone, win or lose, made him already a winner. As for Mayweather, I hope that one day this self-centered guy and our very own Pacquiao would cross paths on the MGM Vegas for one enormous fight. And on this day, I am certain that many (including this author) would want him to bet his $3,000 pair of jeans for one big blow that perhaps, would bring him down.
The first time I’ve heard of the Hayden Kho-Katrina Halili affair was like six months back. People moved on thinking that it’s all over until explicit videos of the two (and two other gorgeous women) surfaced on the Internet and pirated dvd’s being sold at Quiapo stands and other free standing stalls at Php120.00 each. Some sells it at Php150.00 when a normal regular pirated movie is selling at Php50.00. Videos are now being shared by people from different industries who are curious and those who want to see some flesh of the starlet Katrina Halili, a commercial model/actress/doctor named Maricar Reyes and a Brazillian beauty whose name is yet to be identified.
Watching these videos made me think that the women involved were victims though it was pretty obvious that they gave their full consent during the sexual act. Many has shown sympathy to the women involved in the videos particularly Katrina Halili. Late last week, there had been rumors about Dr. Vicki Belo-Hayden Kho sex video. One print media was able to watch the full document. For sure a lot of people in the industry had seen it already and perhaps, shocked with what they saw. Everyone would because it’s the renowned cosmetic surgeon Vicki Belo. But I bet no one would want to see Belo take her clothes off for some explicit act.
The doctor has been dragged into an awful controversy and the business has been shaky ever since. Dr. Hayden Kho appeared recently and made a public apology about what happened but no matter how sorry he was, he can never change or alter the fact that what he did is no longer a secret. No one can blame celebrity endorsers who are moving (or planning to move) to other cosmetic surgery companies especially when solid credibility and good reputation is at stake. Could this be the end of Belo Medical Group?
Last night, the Belo Medical Group relaunched Flawless at the Fort. During this time, the controversial doctor was trapped by reporters with questions about the hottest issue in the Entertainment industry today. She mentioned that this issue has caused her so much pain (personal and business wise). She even said that what happened serves as a lesson to everyone: for lawmakers to create concrete rulings about such issues and for women to refrain from luring men who are married (or taken) to get them out of trouble. The past few days, Vicki Belo has been contemplating trying to understand what happened and see the silver lining behind it. And the lessons that she can learn from it.
On the other hand, looking at the involved parties like Katrina Halili and Maricar Reyes. Could this be the end of Katrina’s career? I don’t think so. First, she acted as a heroine and a victim now gaining support from different groups and lawmakers. What about Maricar Reyes’ career (as a doctor, product endorser and celebrity)? What future lies ahead of her? It’s hard to tell but Marketing/PR strategists could only advise her to go abroad for some solitary confinement, allowing people to forget about everything. And when the issue has been covered up with another big issue, perhaps in 2 to 3 years time, she can come back for a career revamp. Apart from that, I think she should also seek counsel from psychologists and religious sectors for moral and psychological help/support. What do you think? Leave your comments.
When you’re a parent and has a growing child, you start to think which play center suits your exploring angel. And come to think of it, there are a lot of play centers in the Philippines. But which one offers the best facilities? When Zoe was less than a year old, we used to expose her to a play center called Gymboree. Until she reached 1yr old. Early this year, before Zoe turned two, a friend suggested that we visit ActiveFun. So we did. We didn’t know that they’re facilities are much better than that of Gymboree and others. In fact, at this age, Zoe would probably get bored if we’d bring her there.
Zoe played balls at Active Fun
crossed the hanging bridge,
climbed the soft stairs going up,
and crossed the tunnel.
ActiveFun is more than a play center. The name itself describes what your child can expect from them the said activity center- pure active fun! Its gigantic slides, foam balls, trampolines, obstacle and soft climbing areas (even wall climbing areas for bigger kids) allow them to explore and enhance their motor skills. It also utilizes coordination, creativity and teamwork. Indeed, it’s a great bonding moment with your kid. And I must admit, we had so much fun. But we were the ones who got tired easily (at my age 35 and my husband at 30). Mind you, one hour is not enough for kids because they just couldn’t get enough of ActiveFun. They will never be!
Zoe’s second time to play at ActiveFun was the time we got an invitation from a dear friend named Apple. She’s a Marketing consultant for ActiveFun and a shareholder as well. This time around, we didn’t get to play with Zoe coz our dear Aiden wanted to take care of Zoe all by himself. So we gave him that pleasure provided that Zoe’s nanny is just around to check on them while giving Aiden and Zoe ample space to play and have fun. Here’s the best part. Foodie! Little did we know that ActiveFun serves delectable dishes. Pizza and pasta were great. Everything’s superb! We just loved it. Indeed, ActiveFun is a place both for kids and adults to spend quality time together.
- Zoe and Aiden stepped on the piano mat for some music
see saw with Kuya Aiden!
Aiden and Zoe pose for a snap shot
Come May 20 and 21, from 10:00am to 9:00pm, Active Fun will have a Rain or Shine party at the Fun Ranch Tiendesitas, Pasig branch and Macapagal Avenue, Pasay branch. While ActiveFun celebrates the first anniversary of its Alabang branch on May 22, from 10:00am to 9:00pm. For the three events, expect a fun-filled, enchanting adventure with ActiveFun’s magic show, mascot show, games and prizes, loot bags, snacks and unlimited play all for the price of Php350.00 while Fun Club members get a special rate of Php300.00.
Active Fun is by far the biggest play area in the Philippines that measures about 450 square meters. It ensures development of the motor and coordination skills of children from age 2 to 12. It has various activities built for the exploring and adventurous kids! The play center is divided into two areas, a soft play area for 2 to 5 years old and the play frame for 5 to 12 years of age. Active Fun is a unique concept brought by couples Tony and Gina Butler who both wanted an exciting play facility and at the same time, a comfortable place for adults to watch and wait on their kids. Active Fun is deemed as a haven where kids and adults get to bond together.
Everybody loves Boracay. And when we talk about Boracay, one premiere resort comes in mind. Friday’s Boracay at Station One, of course! But this time around, we’re not talking about Boracay because this world-renowned beach resort is now expanding to help boost tourism in the Philippines. Friday’s is now expanding to…. Puerto Galera! Only a few hours away from the Metro, Puerto Galera is frequented by divers, foreign and local tourists alike. With its recent ground breaking and construction of the resort-hotel at Boquete Beach in the lagoons of Puerto Galera, Friday’s Puerto Galera is expected to open next year catering to foreign and local clients, with the first 18 rooms to be opened to loyal clients before the December holiday period.
The Fridays Boquete Beach at Puerto Galera was designed to have 75 rooms, with spa and idyllic carefree resort features, and most importantly, conforming to indigenous design and environmentally blended architecture, once fully completed at end 2010. Boulevard Holdings Inc. appointed the same world class architects from the Maldives, who have listed Conde Nast Traveler ranked properties such as the Four Seasons Kuda Huraa Resort Hotel of 120 rooms at Kuda Hura’a Atoll Maldives and many more, as some of their projects.
Friday’s Boracay and Friday’s Boquete Beach resorts are owned and developed by Boulevard Holdings Inc. Just recently, BHI disclosed the sale of 100% of its interest in Alliance Technologies Corporation (ATC) and Avrion Systems, Inc. (ASI), old information technology (IT) industry players in the telecommunications equipment business for contact centers and enterprises. The company declared that Alliance Technologies Corporation and Avrion Systems, Inc. would no longer be connected with the hotel, property and investment holding company.
BHI Chairman, Jose Marcel Panlilio said that, “We are mindful that our board directors, investors and clients have recognized the value of investment and concentration in the resort hotel business. Selling ATC and ASI is a major decision and a challenge that we have to face. With the current economic crisis, the company decided to invest in something that will help the country boost tourism and gain premium profits as well. The yield is better.”
The company expects to add to overall sales with the full opening of Fridays Boquete Beach at Puerto Galera at the end of 2010. According to Mrs. Nicole Morris, Sr. Adviser to Fridays Resorts, “There have already been many pre-bookings for the Fridays Puerto Galera unit from our loyal client lists of 29,000 repeat guests from the Fridays Boracay Resort. We are hopeful with the right execution of the project we shall deliver.”
BHI also estimates the employment of 220 people for Friday’s Puerto Galera, tourism being deemed as an alternative to help fight unemployment in the country. With this, Panlilio remarked, “Resort developers like us and many others, for as long as they continue to do sensible and environmentally blended resorts and resort destination infrastructure, while getting their economic payback, will help the country ease its way out of the global slump and temporary tourism decline.”
More often, we fail to thank our mom for all the things that she does. As a kid, we would complain about her rules. As a teenager, all we do is to defy her rules and worse, rebel. But we fail to look at the good side of her- like how she sacrificed a lot of things to be able to take care of us. And all the things that she had to undergo just so she could provide for our needs. Little did we know that our mothers’ wish is our happiness and safety. Like what they always say, “Mother knows best.”
This day and every day of her lives, let us all remember our moms and thank them for all the things they had done for us. A simple hug will do and no amount of material gifts would ever match that.
A day before the Pacquiao-Hatton fight, I asked friends, colleagues and clients their opinion of the much-awaited East meets West fight. 99% gave their bold predictions that Manny Pacquiao would bag the 140 Welterweight division belt. And yes, they were right. The roaring chant of Brits did not last long when their English brawler/hero knocked down on two rounds. We were all amazed with Pacquiao’s unpredictable shots, especially that he was using his right hand this time to knock him out on the first round.
The all-talk English brawler went flat on the floor gasping for air with nothing but humiliation. Well, at least he’s got $8 Million. But what’s he got to say? What’s he thinking now? Those English guys totally wasted their money for airfare to watch a game that only lasted for like, 6 minutes. Tsk tsk. Well, that’s life. Pacquiao just gave him a lesson and this time around, Hatton has only one option… to move on and forget about this day, hoping that this fight was just a dream and that it never happened at all.
Pound for pound champ, People’s Champ, Mexecutioner– these are just a few of the titles given to the ultimate Filipino boxer, Manny Pacquiao. That General Santos kid who once boarded the ship to hit the Manila boxing scene has certainly gone a long way. That 12-year old kid who slept on the streets with nothing to eat had only one thing then– passion. Looking back, Pacquiao was a rough fighter (good yet rough) and lacks scientific training. Most of his fights were based on speed. He didn’t have much strategy then. But his faith and determination clearly states that this kid will go a long way. And he did. Thanks to Roach who was responsible for all the quick, good moves that Pacquiao is now showing.
Today, Pacquiao’s career truly blossomed. He is now deemed as one of the powerful man in the Philippines bagging several awards in and out of the country. Among the biggest awards he got was the “Fighter of the Year” award, a Philippine Legion of Honor by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and now, he even holds an honorary doctorate degree (that College graduates will never have unless they study and work hard for it). With a number of International endorsements, an invitation to throw the first pitch at Giants game, hollywood celebrities and famous personalities rooting for him, Pacquiao is no doubt, a global household name. He even landed on the 22nd spot of TIME Magazine’s Most Influential People poll.
Just recently, CNN’s Talk Asia had a light and interesting conversation with our very own Manny Pacquiao. It dealt with Manny’s life before he became famous, his boxing career, his native country, his ultimate desire to help his townmates and thus, his intention to run for politics for the second time around. I particularly liked the interview because it showed the sincere Manny Pacquiao. TV Journalist Anjali Rao did a very good job asking for the right questions although I hate to think that the Filipino champ didn’t give all the right answers. Hehe. But it was good. Here’s a video of the said interview c/o dude2nuckle on YouTube.
Raising a child is never an easy job. It isn’t just about giving him what he wants rather giving him what he needs. It isn’t just about putting him in a good school but giving him the best education that he deserves. It isn’t about teaching him ABC’s, figures and more but teaching him moral values that he will benefit from as he gets older. It isn’t about the expensive toys and stuff that we give him but the kind of love that we show him. It’s about spending time with them especially when they needed us most that they realize how much we love them.
As a parent, I realized now what my mother and grandparents had to go through to be able to raise me. And how difficult it was especially that I am an only daughter. Late this afternoon while reading a whole lot about Yasmin Ahmad and watching tvc’s that the exceptional director has done, I chanced upon this video about Family. Although we had a comfortable life when I was young, this video still reminded me of my mom and grandparents. And how I sometimes could be difficult. Perhaps, most of us were when we were kids.
However, growing up has learned me valuable lessons in life. Now that I have Zoe I realized that true enough, parents will do more than anything to be able to provide for a child just so we could give happiness to our little one. Less than two weeks from now, we will be celebrating Mothers’ day while Fathers’ day is roughly a month away. I hope that this video will bring lessons to children to become selfless and be more mindful of their parents, just as what Yasmin Ahmad had in mind before filming this tv commercial. Let’s embrace our parents more… and even often as they wish to.
The answer to a controversial question on the recently-held Miss USA beauty pageant created an issue between a blogger, Perez Hilton and a beauty candidate, Carrie Prejean. Perez Hilton certainly didn’t like Miss California’s answer to a question he hurled upon her simply because he was expecting something else– like the judge’s gender (or maybe not) and opinion. However, the said Miss USA judge didn’t even consider that as an individual, Miss California could and may have a different opinion as well.
Although there were speculations that Miss California could’ve won the crown, the beauty candidate obviously didn’t quite consider that and answered the question based on her faith and morals. To this day, Miss California remains firm with her answer. Totally disappointed, Perez Hilton blogged about the Miss USA candidate and called her a dumb b**ch and a c*nt. It only shows his usual indecent way of facing an issue such as this when this could’ve not been an issue at all. As for Miss California, she was very polite to answer an interview about Perez’ excruciating remarks and remained calm by saying, “I will be praying for him and I feel sorry for him.” Way to go, girl!
A lot of people would always say that, “Life begins at Forty.” However, some people stops dreaming at age 40. They just work, whine, relax and whine. Not Susan Boyle. At age 47, she confesses that she’s neve been kissed and is only living alone with her cat named Pebbles. Despite that, she never stopped dreaming. At age 47, she even had the guts to join a big competition called Britain’s Got Talent. Admittedly, when I read the story at Y! Buzz, I thought it was another case of the usual American Idol hopefuls who are not afraid neither ashamed of exposing themselves on TV. These are the ones who are usually mocked by thousands of people.
Amazingly, like the judges (especially Simon Cowell) and the rest of Britain’s Got Talent audiences, I was surprised. Totally surprised. Watching Susan Boyle’s video would make you realize two things: 1. That it is certainly wrong to judge people by their looks. 2. And that no one is too old to dream one’s dream. Click on the link below to see the video.
A close friend gave me a link to a video that dramatically changed my perspective in marriage. As a wife for almost four years, I would oftentimes complain about the imperfections of my husband and our not-so-perfect married life contrary to what others think. However, like everyone would say, there aren’t any perfect individuals neither perfect marriages.
Watching this video made me think twice and reflected on my imperfections as well. Truth is, I felt guilty watching this TV commercial. I know that like my husband, I have a lot of imperfections too. And these imperfections somehow made us unique, reason enough why we are now together living an imperfect life and trying to make things perfect.
Watch this TV commercial and learn more about marriage and family. Now is the time for you to embrace your beloved husband/wife and realize how beautifully imperfect he/she is.
It’s summertime once again! Filipinos and tourists alike flock to different places in the Philippines for a short vacation. In this economic turmoil, it isn’t too wise to spend too much money in Boracay especially when you have been there for like six times or so. After all, it is the most crowded place in the country especially during peak season. Remember, going out on a vacation do not need to be expensive. So here are some ways to enjoy your summer vacation in the Philippines without spending too much.
1. A trip to Lake Caliraya. Located in Lumban, Laguna, Lake Caliraya resort is more than just a resort. It has spacious amenities for various water and outdoor activities like swimming, wake boarding, surfing, fishing, jetski, speedboat, canoeing, soccer, tennis, bandminton, horseback riding, rapelling, and more. Accommodation starts at $108. Rates for amenities range between Php50 (or $1) to Php6,000.00 ($125) depending on your choice of activity. For more information, visit Lake Caliraya website.
2. The Farm in San Benito. Stressed from work and the hustle and bustle of the city? A visit at The Farm in San Benito will help you relieve yourself from stress. A haven for relaxation, this wellness resort offers a total holistic treatment. Feel rejuvenated with spa treatment, meditational and gym lounges and more. A day trip would cost you less than Php2,000 ($41.67) while you can also opto to take their promotional packages starting at Php6,790++ for a 2days and 1 night stay, choice of suite or villa with breakfast at Alive! restaurant, welcome drink, walking guided tour, 60mins spa treatment, use of facilities, and Fitness and Spiritual development sessions. Visit The Farm for a relaxing vacation.
3. Surfin’ and Fishin’ in Zambales. Another cool place to go surfing and fishing would be the Pundaquit Island in San Antonio, Zambales. Its pristine waters,relaxing environment, warm and friendly people are only three of the many reasons to visit Pundaquit Island. This is the perfect place for nature lovers and beach bums. Visit Pundaquit for additional information.
4. Subic Adventure. If you’re looking for some real adventure, Subic is the place to be. The Subic Bay Freeport opens its jungle to the public and named it as Zoobic Safari for a one of a kind exotic wildlife experience with tigers and other animals. The tiger habitat experience is the most awaited and exciting activity because it allows guests to get close to the tigers through an enclosed jeepney that enters into a tiger habitat. Feeding tigers are also allowed but you have to pay an additional Php150 (about $3.13) for the chicken. Aside from tigers, Zoobic Safari also features snakes, lizards, crocodile and other animals for viewing. A day tour costs Php2,000 ($41.67). If you’re tired of the jungle experience, take a swim and interact with friendly dolphins at the Ocean Adventure. Subic also boasts of its Ocean Adventure where you get a closer experience with whales and dolphins for a day tour rate of Php2,500.
Subic is also known for its rich coral reefs and diving spots perfect for diving enthusiasts. First time divers who want to learn basic fundamentals of diving are free to do so for only Php4.500.00 ($93.75).
5. Reflecting in Sagada. Going to Sagada will take you about 12hrs long drive. There are three options to choose from. You can either take the Manila-Baguio-Sagada, Manila-Banaue-Sagada or Manila-Bontoc-Sagada route. Fares range from Php680-800/pax ($14.16-$16.66) while guided tour rates depend on the type of package that you would choose. Packages include cave connection (Lumiang to Sumaguing cave), basic caving in Sumaguing Cave, trekking in Bomod-ok falls or Mt. Ampacao, or trekking in Mt. Polis, sight seeing and rock climbing. Accommodation would cost between Php200-250/night which is only about $4-5. A trip to Sagada can be tiring but it’s all worth it. Once you’re there, you’ll realize that the journey is more like a soul spa experience. For more rates and packages, visit Sagada online.
Whatever you plan to do this summer, make sure that it’s a safe and fun-filled experience with your loved ones. Bring only necessary stuff especially for long drives. More tips and places to visit on the next post.
Amidst the controversial discrimination of a fashion designer Boyet Fajardo (who is he again?) over an employee of Duty Free Philippines held recently, one irresponsible man posted a rather ridiculous video. Obviously, the nutty individual came from the fashion designer’s camp hoping he could somehow save the designer from a mere embarrassment that drove the entire Filipinos mad.
Meanwhile, here’s the video of what really happened. For those who didn’t know the real story(yet).
It has been more than two months since the abduction of three voluntary workers of International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) by the Abu Sayyaf group in Mindanao, Philippines. The said group was fierce to behead one of the hostages if government troops will withdraw from their operations saying that they also want to resolve this amicably (did I hear it right? Abu Sayyaf wants what?)
DILG Secretary Puno said that it was decided yesterday during a meeting with Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro, Armed Forces Chief Gen. Alexander Yano, Philippine National Police Chief Director General Jesus Versoza and Sulu Gov. Sakur Tan that government troops will pull back from a jungle area in Indanan, Sulu today. It was also said that this will lead the way to a no-beheading and release of one of the three Red Cross captives.
I certainly hope that Abu Sayyaf group is serious in resolving this issue in an amicable manner. Like millions of people praying, I also pray for the immediate release of the 3 victims Filipina Mary Jean Lacaba, Swiss Andreas Notter and Italian Eugenio Vagni. Meanwhile, a prayer rally will occur today at the Plaza Miranda for the protection and release of the Red Cross workers.
