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With the rest of the Filipino community in Hong
Kong and the Friends International Club, we wish to
offer our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the
bereaved families of the eight victims of the hostage
siege in the Philippines, whose lives were lost in the
incident. Their deaths are a great loss to the people
of Hong Kong, China and the Philippines.
Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Words seem inadequate
to express the sadness we feel. But may we all wish that the prayers and
vigils offered by various leaders of the Filipino community in Hong Kong
to express their sympathy and sorrow for the families of the eight victims
lessen their grief and anger.
The Filipino community has sent messages of peace and love during the vigil
and wished that peace which comes from their heart and the memories of
love shared, will comfort them now and in the days ahead. May the comfort
of God help them during this difficult time and moments of their lives.
We all just wish that the truth of the incident will come out to shed light and
comfort the families of the victims and the Hong Kong government in order
to maintain a harmonious relationship and unity with each other.
We also wish and pray that the messages of the Filipino community in
sharing their grief and apologies for the incident are felt and may touch their
hearts and understand that we the Filipinos in Hong Kong are in one and
share their sentiments and care for them.
It is our hope that the incident will not affect the working conditions of the
Filipinos in the territory. We hoped that this unfortunate incident will not
damage the more than thirty years of diplomatic ties and solid friendship
between our countries and its nationals.
We yearn that our Chinese friends and other nationalities, will continue to
visit us in the future, as the incident is an isolated case and in no way reflects
the peace and order situation in our country.
We love Hong Kong and its people as it is already our second home, We love
the hospitalities and friendship that they share with us. We are happy with
the opportunity that they are giving to our fellow countrymen.
Again we would like to say that we are very sorry and saddened for the loss
of lives from the tragic hostage crisis. Our thoughts are with you and your
family.
This is the message from our hearts. . . “We Care, We sympathize, We are One
in Grief.”
Happy Reading !!
Mabuhay ang Filipino! We are still proud to be Pinoy.
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Managing Editor
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Editor’s Note
Luzon Federation’s 3rd Anniverasry
What’s Cooking
Three Migrant Groups Undergo Training
Balaoanian’s Fund Raising Event
At Your Service
CREBA’s International Convention and the OFW
Mga Kuwentong OFW
Legal Story
The Reasons of Jesus Coming to the World
Filipinos Join HK in Grief and Protest
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Winner, NOt Whiner
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Luzon Federation Marks its 3rd Anniversary
Search for Lola Queen and Popularity Queen Lola
by Bernadeth M. Benitez
The Judges present were: Ms. Rosabelle Woolf of Afreight Cargo, Ms.
Melinda “Babes” Mercado of Metro Bank, Ms. Katherine de Guzman,
Asst Manager of PNB, Ms. Louise Vas of Prime Gold, Ms. Tonette
Cruz, Tins Distributor, Ms. Jhel Palomaria, Manager of Gourmet
Burger Union, Ms. Chato Carlos of Cashsense, Ms. Daisy Flores of
Philippine Airlines.
Entering another year of being together, continued support,
cooperation, solidarity, bonding and unity will be the key to our success
was the inspiring message of Luzon Federation Founder Mr. Arnold P.
Grospe.
We keep the spirit of LuzFed by sharing values and respect to our
co-OFWs here in Hong Kong, LuzFed President Remedios “Medie”
Borlaza.
It was August 22, 2010 at 55 Victoria Road, Kennedy Town, Hong
Kong, a successful day to reminiscence while witnessing the amazing
presentation of the Search for Lola Queen and Popularity Queen Lola
sponsored by Luzon Federation as the highlight of their 3rd anniversary
celebration.
Their
were
nine
lovely candidates who
vied in the search
competition.
They
were; Mrs. Merlinda
Lamboto, Mrs. Amada
Dujali, Mrs. Imelda
Baldonado,
Mrs.
Madonna Magapan,
Mrs.
Lourdes
Razonable,
Mrs.
Lourraine Cruz, Mrs. Ofelia Baquirin, Mrs. Delma Antiola and Mrs.
Grace Canillos.
All of the candidates mesmerized the audience with their production
number with their tights and knotted t-shirts with their singing, dancing,
drama and ribbon folding as their talents. All of them did their best in
the competition but of course, there will always be a winner as they
say.
Candidate No. 9 Mrs. Grace Canillos bag the awards LuzFed Lola
Queen 2010, Best in Talent award, Best in Achievement in Life award
and was recognized as Mapag-aruga na Lola. Mrs. Delma Antiola
won the First runner-up, Ambassador of Goodwill, 1st Princess in the
Popularity Award and recognized as Masayahin na Lola.Mrs. Ofelia
Baquirin won the 2nd runner- up, the Most Photogenic Award and
Mapagmahal na Lola for Recognition awards. Mrs Amada Dujali
was the popularity Lola Queen Hong Kong 2010 and recognized with
the Masipag na Lola award. while Mrs. Lorraine Cruz won the 2nd
Princess in the Popularity Award, Best in Saya Dress and recognized as
Mapagbigay na Lola.
The Adjudicators were:
Mr. Gerald Antonio of
BengFed, Mr. Edwin
Somosot
of
Leyte
Overseas
Filipino
Workers, Mr. Dante
Berido of Villavisciosa,
Abra,
Mr.
Ramon
Dizon, The Sun Writer.
The hardworking and energetic President Remedios “Tito Meds”
Borlaza and the whole Luzon Federation, officers and members wish to
convey their profound gratitude to all the people, especially Total Care
and other sponsors, valued associations, donors, judges, adjudicators,
visitors, friends and most especially to our Hon. Claro S. Cristobal,
Consul General HKSAR, Hon. Charles Andrei Macaspac, ViceConsul, Mdm. Manuela Pena, OWWA Officer and Mdm. Aniceta
Cataran, OWWA Welfare Officer, Mr. Roalndo Cruz, PNB, Mr. Joel
Almeda,BDO and to all who in one way made the event successful.
A Guiding Light
Ang Pagbura sa Masakit
na Alaala
ni Bernadeth M. Benitez
Sa sugat ng damdamin ang mga mapapapit
na alaala sugaty ng puso o loob hindi ito
gagaling hanggatsariwa pa ang sugat o alaala
dahil ayaw nating magpatawad. Lagi tayong
nasasaktan, hindi makalaya, hindi makaurong
o makasulong dahil di tayo tumitigil sa alaalang iyon at di natin nakakalimutan.
What’s Cooking?
from the book, How to Process meat for Business and Family Consumption
Meal planning and preparation is
sometimes a difficult and challenging
task to do. In this page, Friends Club
International member and writer of “How
to Process Meat for Business and Family
Consumption, Volume I” Chloe Belle de
la Gente-Dogeno wishes to share some
recipes, procedures and tips in cooking
that will surely help everyone.
May isang kaibigan ang humingi ng panalangin
sa isang charismatic group dahil sa pabalikbalik na sakit ng ulo na tumagal ng dalawang
taon. Isang araw habang siya’y nananalangin
ipinakita ng Diyos sa kanya na may hadlang
sa kanyang panalangin. Mayroon siyang poot
sa kanyang dibdib sa dating kasintahan dahil
itinakwil siya. Hindi niya siya pinatawad at
napagtanto niya na mula noon ay dalawang
taon na ang nakalipas. At nang matulungan
siya ng Charismatic Group upang magpatawad
saka lamang nawala ang pagsakit ng ulo niya
at nagsimila siyang magpuri sa Diyos.
Ang pagpapatawad ay ang pagpapaumanhin
sa nakasakit sa atin. Ito ay ang pag- alis
ng pagsisisi at pagpapalaya sa ano mang
obligasyong magtanim ng galit o poot. Kung
minsan tayo ay dapat magpatawad (Mt.8:1416). Kung minsa tayo naman ang dapat
humingi ng tawad (Mt. 5:23-24). Mula sa aking
nabasa narito ang mga simpleng pamamaraan
ng pagpapatawad.
1.
Hilinging sa Espiritu na ipaalala sa
atin kung anong sulok ng ating buhay ang
hindi tayo nagpatawad. (Juan 14:25). Suriin
ang sarili.
2.
Sabihin natin sa Diyos ang sakit na
nadarama natin dahil sa taong ito. Sa kanya
ilagak an gating pasaning ngayo’y dinaranas.
(Salmo 6:2-9).
Red Fish with Tomato Sauce
Ingredients:
• 4 pieces Pisugo or any fish with white
meat, fried
• 3 pieces Tomatoes, blanch, peel- off
skin, cut in wedges
• 1 small White Onion Bulb, slice in
wedges
• Piece of Ginger, chopped
• 2 Cloves Garlic, crushed
• 1 1/2 tbsp Dark Wine
• Dash of Pepper
• Spring Onion Leaves or parsley for
Garnishing
• Salt and sugar to taste
Sauce:
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 6 tbsp Tomato Catsup
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 8 tbsp Water
Procedure:
1. Combine sauce mixture and set aside.
2. Fry fish in a pan. Use a paper towel to
remove excess oil. Arrange in a platter.
Set aside
3.Sauté ginger, garlic, tomatoes, and
onion bulb in a pan. Then stir- in dark
wine and pour-in the sauce mixture.
Sprinkle with a dash of white pepper
and season to taste with salt and
sugar.
4. Pour sauce mixture unto the fish and
garnish with spring onion leaves or
parsley. Serve hot.
NOTE: Fried Pork Chop and scrambled eggs
can also be use in this recipe instead of Fish
using the same sauce. Follow the cooking
procedure.
3.
Ikumpisal natin ang salang itong
hindi pagpapatawad (Juan 20:23).
4.
Hilingin sa Diyos na patawarin ang
taong iyon (Lucas 23: 34) at hilingin natin
patawarin tayo ng Diyos sa pagkimkim ng
galit (1 Juan 1:9).
5.
Huwag natin sisihin ang Diyos
katulad ng kawikaan 19:3 “ Ipinahamak ng tao
ang janyang sarili pagkatapos kay Yahweh ang
bagsak ng sisi.
6.
Hilingin sa Espiritu na dalhin sa
atin ang kanyang pagmamahal, kasiyahan
at kapayapaan upang ipalit sa dating poot at
hindi pagpapatawad.
Battle of talents in singing and dancing added merriment and
entertainment for the crowd which was first performed by the newly
organized association, “The Las Filipinas” dancers. They were also
guest performers like the Afreight Dancers, PNB Club, UVA Dance
Group, Dancing Friends, Roger and Janeth, Ms. Desa Alipio and Ms.
Babes Yntas serenaded the Lolas.
7.
Hilingin sa Diyos na basbasan ang
taong iyon. Ito ay simpleng pamamaraan at
kung sakaling nandoon pa rin, bumalik muli
sa umpisa.
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Three Migrant Groups Undergo Livelihood Training
Balaoanians HK Association Fund Raising Event
by Chloe Belle de la Gente - Dogeno
by Cleofe Mendoza
Several Filipino Organizations are now becoming focus on the
Livelihood Programs for their members to be able to prepare them for
their eventual homecoming. For the month of August, three migrant
groups undergo Meat Processing training with Friends International
Club Livelihood Program.
Laguna Achievers Worker’s Association was
first to undergo the said training welcoming the
month of August with a Livelihood activity for its
members. “The training is relevant for all OFWs
planning to go home for good. This will help
us in the future as we are now starting to draw
plans for our LAWA Foundation to be launch on
2013.” Menardo Reyes, LAWA President said.
Nineteen LAWA members attended the Meat
Processing hands- on training on 1 August 2010 lead by its VicePresident Florceta “Poloy” Calderon. Members were able to experience
the preparation of Sweet Ham, Longganisa de Iloilo, Pure Corned Beef,
Chicken Tocino and Bacon Deluxe.
On 08 August 2010, Laoag (San Agustin, Isabela) Association hosted
the same training with forty- one attendees. After the event, Laoag
Association President Dante Domingo immediately gave Certificate of
Attendance to all the attendees. “Everyone’s looking forward on this
kind of training. We in our association are planning to have a cooperative
in our barangay and this is a big help for us”, according Domingo.
will make it. I made samples of what I learnt during the training and
my friends like it. I believe taste matters on meat processing and I got
it,” Teofila said.
Third to host the training on Meat Processing is
the Alcaleneaeans Migrants Association Hong
Kong lead by its President Remedios Fajardo
on 22 August 2010. She echoed the same goal
with the other two leaders. “I wish OFWS will
find time to learn knowledge like this to prepare
for our eventual homecoming. This is important
to all of us that they should consider spending
time rather than doing nothing on Sunday’s,”
Fajardo appealed.
The training was tailored made for OFWS busy Sunday. A lot of them
wanted to learn but they do not want to keep coming to learn. The
questions of time/ schedule always come first when they inquire.
Techniques and practical tips on meat processing were taught during
the training for trainees’ easy understanding of the business.
He added, he wanted his members to participate more on other
Livelihood trainings to be able for them to have an idea on what kind
of business they can pursue in the future when they return home. One
example of this is training attendee Teofila Fe de la Cruz, she will be
home for good in Bulacan on 05 September 2010. “My sister told me
that many is doing the same business in our place but I am confident I
Bohol Hong Kong Association Inducts Officers for
2010-2012 by Jo Paclibar
The Bohol Hong Kong Association officers took their oath before Atty. Romulo
Salud at the Phillippine Consulate Labor Office on 14/F United Center in Admiralty.
The officers who were sworn into office were: Raquil Dagamac - President;
Elvie Batingal - Vice President; Imee Solomon - Secretary; Mercy Gamot - Asst.
Secretary; Carmen Tapon - Treasurer; Ellen Olaco - Asst.Treasurer; Daisy Luega
- Auditor; Madelyn Aranza - Asst.Auditor; Babie Gultiano and Isabel Olaco Business Managers; Cherry Daig and Juanita Hinayon - P.R.Os; Nestor Hibaya and Edmund
Somosot - Sgts. at Arms; Liza Razonabe and Lovelle Gumapac - Sports Coordinators; Susan
Cupal and Virgilia Cadaviz - Cultural Coordinators; Joan Lagang - Muse; Allan Duga-Duga Prince Charming; Mr. & Mrs. Cyril Mayhew, Ms. Sylvia “GG” Torres, Mr. Victor Madrona and
Ms. Juliet Garsano, Advisers.
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With the emergence and re-activation of
organizations from the different towns of La
Union, the constituents of Balaoan, dubbed
as the pink city of the North and famous for
its sea urchin industry, finally did their share
of organizing the group for the second time
in 2008. Since then, they have committed
themselves to helping their community back
home.
Balaoanians HK Assn Officers 2010-2011
President
Mila Agtarap
VP Internal
Anabelle Medina
VP External
Marilyn Camat
Secretary
Jucyla Ocasion
Asst. Secretary
Jonalyn Navarro
Treasurer
Asst. Treasurer
Auditor
Asst. Auditor
PRO’s
Bus. Mgrs.
Coordinators
Peace & Order
Board of Committee
Adviser
Celia Opinaldo
Romella Sarmiento
Lani Madriaga
Julita Osias
Rowena Micua
Hiede Navida
Teresita Andrada
Lolita Obillo
Aida Madiam
Lina Garna
Nora Ferrer
Nelli Paguirigan
Precilla Turalba
Marie Valdez
Dita Mique
Richard Sabado
Fely Soriano
Violeta Lopez
Mr. Joey Ortega
Just recently, they held their second fundraising event at Sai Ying Pun Community
Complex, highlights of which were the Search
for Ms. Balaoan-HK 2010, Coronation of
Mrs. Balaoan-HK 2010, Search for Singing
Superstar 2010 and the Induction of Officers
for the year 2010-2011.
Six lovely candidates from different
organizations/regions, vied for the title Ms.
Balaoan-HK 2010. Ms. Gemmalou Pacio,
from TUCSO-HK emerged as the winner of
the search; also getting the coveted Best in
Fashionista Attire, Best in Interview, Best in
Talent and Miss Photogenic. First-Runner Up
went to Ms. Sheryll Albasin who also bagged
the Best in Jeans and Best in Production
Number. Second-Runner Up was Ms. Venus
Somera and she was adjudged the winner in
the Best in Evening Gown category.
The Popularity competition was mainly
exclusive to BHKA members. Her Majesty
Queen Mrs. Julita Osias Espinosa was crowned
Mrs. Balaoan Popularity 2010, followed by
Mrs. Dita Migue as the 1st Princess and Mrs.
Jucyla Ocasion as 2nd Princess.
With ten contestants vying for the Singing
Superstar 2010, only three came out to be the
best of the best. Liezel Valenzuela came out
to be the Singing Superstar 2010, followed
by Jay-R Santillan and Marie Mahusay,
respectively.
With the never-ending support of sponsors,
donors and supporting associations of BHKA,
their proposed project of constructing a green
and go stoplight at the intersection of the main
highway in their town (boundaries of which
are W-Luna, E-Santol, S-Bacnotan, N- Bangar)
will be accomplished eventually.
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At
Your Service
By: Rolando E. Estrella
friends International Magazine SEPTEMBER 2010
MAGTANONG PO KAYO
The author has been in the public service of the Filipino Overseas Workers in Hong Kong for the past 20 years. He gives free advice and
counsel, as well as practical solutions on employment-related problems, family matters, etc. Mr. Estrella or Brother Rolly, as most people
call him, is currently the Vice President of INSURANCE OF THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS CO., INC. For free counseling, please
send your letters/inquiries to: AT YOUR SERVICE COLUMN, c/o Friends International Magazine, 5D Sun King Building,
580 Queen’s Road West, Hong Kong. (Attention to Bro. Rolly)
HERO OR LOSER?
Dear Bro. Rolly,
Due to financial difficulty, my husband and I agreed
that I should leave and work abroad because we only
rely in our small restaurant as our source of income.
I was scared a bit that our restaurant business might
suffer too because I am the real cook and my husband
is just assisting me in the kitchen.
And so in March, 2010 before leaving for Hong
Kong we both decided to sell our restaurant and used
the proceeds for my agency placement fee and the rest
was used to purchase two units of tricycle which my
husband decided to manage.
I was hired by a Chinese family as a domestic helper
and part of my domestic duties is cooking. As a
cook myself I was confident that I will get a good
mark from my employer. The first month was a
bit difficult because I need to get used to Chinese
cooking which I find more complicated than doing
Filipino dishes. Towards the end of May, I knew
I have become a good cook as I learned more of the
intricacies of Chinese cooking.
Beginning June, however I started to hear mixed
complaints from my employer that sometimes
the food is sweet, or salty or the steamed fish was
overcooked, etc.
I felt it is an insult to my proficiency being a
restaurant owner myself and a good cook. I suspect
that my lady employer is just insecured or probably
looking for a reason to humiliate me.
As I couldn’t stand it any more I am planning to
transfer to a new employer even as it will require that
I should return first to the Philippines before I start
a new contract.
I will appreciate your advice.
Joy “Kusinera”, D. Bay
Dear Joy,
Your case is similar to other OFWs who, in
their desire to work abroad for better pay
and opportunities, sell their treasured
possessions or properties to pay off
placement fees, not to mention the
sacrifice of being away from their families
and loved ones. And that’s what makes
the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) the
NEW HEROS or mga BAGONG BAYANI.
The OFW as she leaves the country carries
with her the hope of the entire family for
a better life.
But suddenly a victorious HERO becomes
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a LOSER and with her downfall the hope
of the family vanishes.
One of the worst things that could
happen to an OFW who have worked
only a few months and spending huge
some of money to get to Hong Kong is to
be terminated from work prematurely.
One of the reasons for premature
termination is the OFW’s job performance
and work attitude.
While you may be a GOOD cook as
you claimed, there is always a room to
improve your cooking abilities. The worst
judge may be ourselves – and so the basic
rule is let others judge your work and not
yourself.
and so I told my Filipino friend who is working
opposite our flat about what is happening in my
employer’s house.
I did not know that my “supposed friend” is a traitor
because she also told her lady employer what I told
her about what is happening in our flat.
I learned later on that her and my employers are first
cousins. My employer scolded me because her cousin
told her about my gossiping to my Filipino friend
about what is happening in her flat. I was warned
I will be terminated from work if I will repeat the
same mistake.
I am writing so that you can publish in your column
that you just cannot trust anybody even if she is your
friend because she can be a traitor at your back.
A lot of employees are forgetting the
three (3) degrees of efficiency in a job
performance – GOOD, BETTER and BEST.
While you may be a GOOD cook, do not
forget that you can become a BETTER
cook. And if you can become the BEST
cook – premature termination is far from
happening and may just be a thing of the
past.
The matter of trusting a friend as per
your letter is of lesser importance to me
and is not worth publishing at all. You
missed the most important point - the
seriousness of your offence as a domestic
helper (DH) which must be seriously
presented and published here to serve as
a warning to other DH.
And so my advice to you and to all
employees – do your BEST in any kind
of job you are doing and you cannot go
wrong.
Bro. Rolly
SANCTITY OF THE HOUSE
Dear Bro. Rolly,
I arrived Hong Kong two weeks before Christmas
in 2009. I am employed as a domestic helper by a
Chinese couple with two young children.
During the first two months of my employment,
I noticed right away that my employers are not in
good terms. They always screamed at each other
and at times my male employer would not sleep at
home.
I notice too that my lady employer is a nagger and
is probably the reason why her husband prefers to
come home late.
The children always complain too about the lack of
attention from their parents.
Monina, Llama Is.
Dear Monina,
The moment a DH is admitted in the house
of her employer as a worker, she becomes,
whether she likes it or not, a member of
the household. In effect she becomes a
member of the family. She is placed in a
position where she becomes privy to all
the things happening in the household.
She gets to know the family’s secrets,
problems and other private things.
These private matters of the family
must be treated with care and utmost
confidentiality by the all-knowing helper
and should never leave the confine of the
house.
The domestic helper must respect the
SANCTITY of her employer’s house, not
forgetting that she is an adopted member
of the family and should act like one.
The next time you gossip to me any
such happenings in the house of your
employer, I will see to it that you are sent
back home.
Bro. Rolly
As I am affected also by the “battle” going on in the
house, I needed an outlet to let go of my emotions
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The Best of Philippine Properties at
CREBA Macau Housing Fair
by Editha L. Manansala, CIFI President
As 12 million Filipinos
earn their “blood
money” while working
various professions anywhere in the globe,
the Chamber of Real Estate & Builders’
Associations, Inc. (CREBA) commits to assist
them locate sound investment options in real
estate, either to provide decent and affordable
housing for themselves and their families
back home, or to present opportunities for
investment and second homes.
grace the opening of the Fair by leading
the ribbon-cutting ceremonies, as well as
welcoming the guests to the Convention.
Guided by this principle, CREBA launches
its International Property Show in Macau
from October 25 to 26, 2010 at the Venetian
Hotel in Macau to be held simultaneous with
the 1st CREBA International Convention.
According to Manansala, since CIFI was
created in 2003, the Foundation has been at
the helm of the staging property roadshows,
trade exhibits, expos, fiestas, and investment
forums abroad in partnership with Filipino
community associations, the various
Philippines embassies and consulates, the
Home Development Mutual Fund (PagIBIG Fund), Department of Foreign Affairs
(DFA), and the Department of Tourism
(DOT), with only reputable developers with
proven track-record as part of its delegation.
CIFI publishes a quarterly international
magazine called SPACE+, which has
recently been re-invented to cover lifestyle
and modern living and will debut during the
Convention in Macau.
CREBA national president Florentino S.
Dulalia, Jr., said that the Fair is envisioned
to feature the best in Philippine properties
and will welcome the participation of
various Overseas Filipino groups in Macau,
Hong Kong, and potential investors and key
decision-makers from other Asia-Pacific
countries where sizable OFW populations
exist.
Editha L. Manansala, president of the CREBA
International Foundation, Inc. (CIFI) and
prime mover of the Fair, announced that
Honorable Renato L. Villapando, consul
general of the Philippines in Macau, will
Among the companies featured in the fair
are: Boysen Paint, Megaworld Corporation,
Grand Monaco Estates Developers Inc.,
GR Canon Resorts Marketing Inc., Reina
Properties, Servequest Inc., Camella Homes,
Pag-IBIG Fund, and Prime Homes, among
others.
Dr. Reynalo A. Carpio, over-all chairman
of the Convention invites delegates and
exhibitors to join the twin CREBA events in
Macau.
Interested parties may contact CREBA at
tel. nos. 373-2270 to 75 and email address
creba_national@yahoo.com or Mr. Arnold
Gorospe at 5182 5569.
CREBA INC.
CHAMBER OF REAL ESTATE &
BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATIONS, INC.
National Office: 3/F CREBA Centre, Don
Alejandro Roces Avenue, cor. South A
Street, Quezon City, Philippines 1103
Telephone Numbers: +632 373.2270 to 75
Fax Number: +632 373.2271
New Official Email Address:
creba_national@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.creba.ph
Mga Kwentong OFW
ni Violy C. Pascual
Mahiwaga ang Buhay ng Tao
About
4
years
ago meron akong
nakilalang
superyaman na Pinay dito sa NZ, si Mrs L. Those
who know L considers her to be the the richest
Filipino in New Zealand. Na-invite kami sa
birthday niya sa Whangarei which is about
2 hours North of Auckland. Hanep sa laki
ang bahay niya sa Whangarei. Nasa taas ng
isang hill. Wala kang makikitang kapit-bahay.
Dahil kapag nandoon ka sa bahay niya, lahat
ng natatanaw mong lupa sa paligid, pag-aari
niya. At hindi lang yon ang property niya sa
Whangarei. Meron pa siyang farm ng hindi ko
matandaan kung ilang daang baka meron. Isa
lang yon sa kanyang mga businesses. In fact,
parang hobby lang niya yon. Ang major source
of income niya galing sa airline insurance at
hotel business. Aside from a house in NZ,
meron din siya sa US, England, hotel sa
Canada at Cook Islands.
What is truly remarkable was how she became
rich in the first place. For she was once but
a DH in Hongkong. Eto ang kwento niya.
Sa HK may nanligaw sa kanyang isang
matandang biyudo na Kiwi (New Zealander).
Nagkagustuhan sila and to make the story
short nagpakasal. Pero lingid sa kaalaman ni
L, eto palang Kiwi ay isang bilyonaryo. Hindi
pinaalam ng Kiwi kay L na siya ay mayaman
dahil gusto niyang malaman ang tunay na
loobin ni L. In fact, tumira lamang sila sa
isang maliit na apartment at hindi binanggit
ng Kiwi ang anuman tungkol sa kanyang mga
business.
Then after a few years, na-diagnose yung
Kiwi na may tumor, cancer sa brain. Natigil
mag-trabaho ang Kiwi at inalagaan siya ni L.
Isang beses, nag-volunteer si L na bumalik sa
pagiging DH para makatulong sa mga hospital
bills. Hindi pumayag ang Kiwi pero di nito
pinagtapat kung bakit. Inilagan ni L ang Kiwi
hanggang sa kanyang mga huling sandali and
without knowing that her husband was very
rich.
Then parang Hollywood movie, nung basahin
ng abogado ng Kiwi ang kanyang last will and
testament, halos lahat ng kayaman at mga
businesses ng Kiwi pinamana lahat kay L. Yan
ang kwento ni L kung paano siya naging multimillionaire.
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She was driving an ordinary Toyota Previa.
Her house in Whangarei which she inherited
from her husband is a mansion, but had no
extravagant furnishings. Kapag pumupunta
siya sa airport at sa mga business meetings,
nagta-taxi lang siya o kaya bus.
One time pinalabas pa siya ng manager ng
isang sikat na department store. Parang yung
eksena sa “Pretty Woman” ni Julia Roberts.
Kasi pinupuno niya ang trolley niya ng
mga mamahaling goods. The manager who
obviously didn’t know her rudely asked her
kung kaya niyang bayaran lahat. So L took
the store manager to the nearby bank and
introduced him to the bank manager. The
bank manager told the store manager that if L
wanted, she could buy the whole department
store chain! Pahiya yung manager at hindi
magkanda-ugaga sa pag-apologize at pina-free
delivery lahat ng pinamili ni L.
Tunay na mahiwaga ang buhay ng tao. Hindi
lang pala sa mga children’s fairy tale books
nangyayari ang mga ganito. Meron din pala sa
tunay na buhay. Kung minsan may mga bagaybagay na nangyayari sa ating buhay na wala sa
original plans natin. They just happen.
Some call it karma, that good things happen
to good people. Some call it destiny, guhit ng
palad, kapalaran, tadhana, or God’s plan. Do
we have control of our future? Or is the future
pre-determined? Is there really such a thing as
destiny? Here’s what my favorite TV series has
to say about it.
MB REMITTANCE – TSEUNG KWAN O
BRANCH NOW OPEN ! ! !
Last September 12, 2010, MB
Remittance Centre Ltd., the whollyowned subsidiary of Metrobank, the
Philippines’s premier bank, opened
its Tsueng Kwan O Branch to bring
Metrobank’s banking products and
services conveniently accessible to all
Overseas Filipino Workers in Tseung
Kwan O, Clearwater Bay, Saikung
and other part of Kowloon and New
Territories.
The opening of MB Remittance –
Tseung Kwan O Branch is aimed to
encourage all overseas workers in the
New Territories to send their hard-earned money through Metrobank using
the “On-Line Super Bilis Padala Remittance Service Facility” for safety,
extra savings and fast delivery of remittance proceeds. From September 12
to October 11, 2010 all cable charges on Philippine remittances are FREE!
The complete details of our new branch is MB REMITTANCE CENTRE LTD
- TSEUNG KWAN O BRANCH Shop UG17, Maritime Bay Shopping Mall, 18
Pui Shing Road, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories Tel. No. 2736-1311
Bagamat milyonarya na si Mrs L, very humble
and down to earth pa rin siya. Hindi siya
nagbago ng ugali. Nung una namin siyang
ma-meet, she was wearing a very ordinary
pink track suit. Hindi Nike or Adidas. Walang
brand name. She wasn’t wearing any makeup
or jewelry. She was very simple that if you
happen to meet her on the streets, you would
not have any hint that she is a very rich woman..
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In behalf of all the Filipinos who live in Hong Kong and
The Assembly of Ilocano Associations of Hong Kong (AIAsHK)
We are sharing in the deep anguish and pain of
The families of the victims of the Bus Hostage in Manila.
The tragedy is senseless and uncalled for.
Our words are but small gesture of our sympathies
And can do little to ease your pain.
Our silent tears, bereaved thoughts and deep regret and apologies
On the unnecessary loss cannot be adequately expressed.
Lives meant to be shared in joy and peace now shattered.
The blow is hard and the shock severe in
The abrupt parting of your love ones.
So sudden the cloud of sorrow fell, the faces gone, the speech fades
But never too far in thoughts they can be reached.
Memory forever recalls people dearly loved and cherished.
‎We all bond in your grief and sorrow.
We share your many whys, how and what now questions
Tied with myriad monochrome of ghastly emotions.
Death seems so final yet the living goes on.
But
Take heed!
Sunbeams will soon come and murkiness will pass,
And love’s remembrance outlasts.
By: Ody A. Lai
Barrister-at-law
Chairman of AIAsHK
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The Reasons of Jesus Coming to the World
by Apostle Renato D. Carillo / ORAS NG HIMALA staff
1. TO SAVE
SINNERS
Here is a trustworthy
saying that deserves full
acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to
save sinners—of whom I am the worst.
1 Timothy 1:15
2. TO SEEK AND TO SAVE THE LOST
Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come
to this house, because this man, too, is a son of
Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek and
to save what was lost.
Luke 19:9-10
3. TO HEAL THE SICK
Surely he took up our infirmities and carried our
sorrows, yet we considered him stricken by God,
smitten by him, and afflicted. But he was pierced
for our transgressions, he was crushed for our
iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace
was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.
Isaiah 53:4-5
4. TO REDEEM US FROM THE CURSE
OF THE LAW
Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by
becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cursed
is everyone who is hung on a tree.
Galatians 3:13
5. TO MAKE US RIGHTEOUS BEFORE
GOD
God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so
that in him we might become the righteousness of
God.
2 Corinthians 5:21
6. TO GIVE US LIFE AND AN
ABUNDANT LIFE.
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I
have come that they may have life, and have it to
the full.
John 10:10
7. TO GIVE US PEACE.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do
not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your
hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27
8. TO MAKE US SONS OF GOD.
Yet to all who received him, to those who believed
in his name, he gave the right to become children
of God-children born not of natural descent, nor
of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of
God.John 1:12-13 9. TO MAKE US VICTORIOUS.
But thanks be to God, who always leads us in
triumphant procession in Christ and through us
spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge
of him.
2 Corinthians 2:14
How will I ever experience all these reasons
of Jesus’ coming to the world?
1. GIVE YOUR LIFE TO JESUS.
Remain in me, and I will remain in you. No
branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the
vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain
in me.
John 15:4
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2. REPENT FROM ALL YOURS SINS.
Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins
may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may
come from the Lord.
Acts 3:19
3. ACCEPT JESUS CHRIST AS YOUR
LORD, HEALER & SAVIOUR OF YOUR
LIFE.
That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is
Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised
him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:9
4. OBEY HIS COMMANDS OR HIS
WORD.
If you love me, you will obey what I command. John 14:15
5. ATTEND REGULAR SERVICES.
Let us not give up meeting together, as some are
in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one
another—and all the more as you see the Day
approaching.
Hebrews 10:25
“Yes, it is as you say”, Jesus replied. “But I say
to all of you; In the future you will see the Son
of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty
One and coming on the clouds of heaven”.
Matthew 26: 64
No one knows about that day or hour, not even the
angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.
Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that
time will come. It’s like a man going away: He
leaves his house and puts his servants in charge,
each with his house and puts his servants in charge,
each with his assigned task, and tells the one at the
door to keep watch. Therefore keep watch because
you do not know when the owner of the house will
come back- whether in the evening, or at midnight
or when the rooster crows, or at dawn. If he comes
suddenly, do not let him find you sleeping. What I
say to you, I say to everyone,Watch!
Mark 13: 32: 37
RECEIVE JESUS CHRIST TODAY,
please pray this prayer…
“Father God, I don’t want to go to hell, I want to
meet Jesus in the clouds at His coming and I want
to enter heaven. I realized that I am a sinner, that
I cannot save myself. I need a Savior right now.
I humble myself to you and confess all my sins
I’ve committed. Please forgive me for all my sins
and also the sins of my forefathers. Forgive me for
worshipping, bowing, praying, and asking help
from idols and carved images. It was wrong and it
is a great sin against you. Forgive me for gambling,
smoking, committing adultery, fornication, telling
lies, deceiving people, taking prohibited drugs.
Forgive me for negative thoughts, words and deeds.
Forgive me for watching pornographic posters and
magazines. Forgive me for getting counterfeit power
from satan through hypnotism, witchcraft, sorcery,
black magic. Forgive me for hatred, resentment,
self-pity, envy, jealousy, bitterness, loneliness,
weariness and pride. Forgive me Father and my
ancestors for worshipping to idols and carved
images. I now forgive those who sinned against me,
including my parents, brothers, sisters, relatives and
even myself. I want to be changed.
Lord Jesus, I now give my life to you. I accept you
as my Lord, my Savior and my Healer. Come
into my life and reign into my heart. Thank you
Lord Jesus for what you have done at the cross
of Calvary for me, for my family and for the
world. I love you and I will obey you. I will never
disappoint you. Amen.
*****
The Lord Jesus loves to display his awesome
power by healing all kinds of sicknesses and
diseases. He is the same yesterday, today and
forever!
The following are among those recent mighty
healing testimonies of God through the life of
the Man of God, Apostle Renato D. Carillo:
•
A woman who suffered from 9-year
cancer of ovary was gloriously healed!
As she squeezed her tummy, she gladly
reported that she could no longer feel the
pain! Hallelujah!
•
An elderly woman who had a terrible
body pain was healed. She was slain in
the Spirit even if the Man of God didn’t
touch her. According to her, she couldn’t
move her arms and legs nor stand for
so long but by God’s healing touch, she
can now do what she couldn’t do before.
Praise God!
•
A man who was a victim of witchcraft
was freed by God. He reported that
worms used to come out from his ears,
but through the healing power of God,
he was set free. He was also healed from
blurred eyesight. Glory to God!
•
Another man experienced God’s amazing
power. He suffered from terrible kidney
problem and was healed. He thanked God
for the miracle.
*****
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Joint Press Release
29 August 2010
For reference: Eman Villanueva
Dolores Balladares
FMWU-HKUNIFIL-MIGRANTE-HK
Tel.: (852) 97585935
Tel.: (852) 97472986
Filipino domestic workers join HK people’s grief and protest
Vigil with local HK people highlights “day of sympathy, reflection, solidarity and justice”
“This is the first Sunday we’ve been out after
the August 23 bloodbath. We dedicate this
day to show our sympathy to the victims of
the tragedy, to reflect on how and why such
happens in Philippine society, and to show
our solidarity with the people of Hong Kong in
calling for justice.”
This was expressed today by Eman Villanueva of
the Filipino Migrant Workers’ Union (FMWU),
as the group took the occasion of its 12th
anniversary program to hold a public program
dedicated to the victims of the tragic Manila
hostage-taking and to condemn what they call
as a “state of disrespect to life and human
rights” by the Philippine government and its
armed forces.
The peak of the whole day event was the
People’s Vigil for Solidarity and Justice attended
by OFWs and local HK people including
legislators, employers, students, workers and
the religious. Earlier in the day, an All-Filipino
Interfaith Prayer Offering that gathered church
leaders in an hour of prayers and a Public
Speakout and Forum, where OFWs were able
to express their views on the tragedy, were also
held.
The two-hour vigil and candle-lighting was
jointly organized with local groups including
the Justice and Peace Commission of the
HK Catholic Diocese (HKJP), HK Catholic
Commission for Labour Affairs (HKCCLA), Hong
Kong Christian Council (HKCC), Association for
the Advancement of Feminism (AAF), AsiaPacific Students and Youth Association (ASA)
and World Student Christian Federation - Asia
Pacific (WSCF-AP). Filipino groups like BAYANHK and GABRIELA-HK also led the event.
Protesters from the rally organized by Hong
Kong political parties earlier in the day also
joined in the vigil. The vigil culminated in a
symbolic signing of messages of those who
attended in a giant tarpaulin bearing the call for
justice.
“It is our condolence and sympathy that
we want to convey. It is the deeper and
systemic problems within the police and the
government in the Philippines that we want
to expose. It is our solidarity that we want to
show and the call for justice we share with the
Hong Kong people that we want to echo,” said
Villanueva.
Dolores Balladares, chairperson of the United
Filipinos in Hong Kong (UNIFIL-MIGRANTE-HK),
said that the botched rescue that saw eight
people dead and scores more gravely injured,
showed a clear disregard to making the lives of
the hostages a topmost priority. She said that
“the low regard for life and the safety and
protection of civilians is a mark of the armed
institutions of the government.”
According to her, such conduct is deeply
ingrained in the orientation, training and
operation of the police and the whole armed
forces. “They are not based or directed by
respect to human rights such as the right to
life or due process and so wantonly conduct
actions without any consideration to its
outcome. Thus, an operation that should have
saved lives ended up in the killing of almost
half of the innocent hostages,” she stated.
Balladares said that “the competence of the
police and the Philippine armed forces is not
on saving and protecting people’s lives and
rights but on ending and violating them.” This
she said is shown by the spotty human rights
record of the Philippine police and armed
forces that is mired with cases of corruption,
involvement in organized crimes, torture of
suspected criminals as well as extrajudicial
killing, illegal arrest and enforced disappearance
of activists and human rights defenders.
This sentiment was also echoed by Axel
Pinpin, secretary-general of the peasant group
KASAMA-TK in Southern Tagalog who was in
Hong Kong for a visit and who also offered
poems for the victims of the tragedy and
human rights abuses in the Philippines.
“The same police unit – the Manila Police
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District – who conducted the whole rescue
operation was also the same unit who
violently dispersed the peaceful action of
farmers in July 3 this year for genuine agrarian
reform. It just showed that when it comes
to saving lives and respecting human rights,
they are incompetent. But when it is about
fascism and repression, they can do it with
flying colors and even with eyes closed,” Pinpin
stated.
Finally, Balladares said that the show of
solidarity between OFW groups and the HK
people on the day’s events will continue as they
monitor the investigations being conducted
on the tragic hostage-taking as well as the
reported backlash on Filipino migrants in Hong
Kong.
“There have been reports of unfortunate
reactions by a few Hong Kong people against
Filipino migrants such as arbitrary termination
of contracts and some cases of verbal
harassment. We shall together stand guard
against these.
But we do believe that the concern of the
overwhelming majority of HK people is
more on making sure that the Philippine
government and officials take responsibility
and accountability to what happened to
their compatriots. Our call is the same for
Filipinos who have also been victimized by the
human rights violations stemming from the
very policies of the government. The culture
of impunity in the Philippines must end,”
Balladares concluded.#
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Winner, not Whiner
by Bishop. Eddie Villanueva
In the devotional Day by Day by Charles
Swindoll, the respected pastor and founder of
Insight for Living recounted his conversation
with a businessman.
“How does a person get wisdom? I realize we are to be men of wisdom,
but few people ever talk about how it is acquired,” Pastor Swindoll asked
his companion this question when the subject of wisdom kept on popping
up in their discussion.
“Pain” was the quick and to-the-point answer he got from the man.
Based on our own unpredictable life experiences, I believe that we can all
but agree with him.
*****
Pain is not new to us. It touches our lives regardless of who we are, who we
know, what we have, what we know. To some extent, pain is considerably
a phenomenal life equalizer. For while forms and degrees may differ, rich
and poor both get acquainted with it just the same.
However, while it is true that we all know pain, not all of us know how to
respond rightly to it. Now, this is where the delineation line separates the
winners from the whiners. Whereas there are those who gather strength
out of their pains, there are also those who just wallow in them. Clearly,
therefore, our response to pain determines whether we swim or sink in
the river of our desperate situation.
*****
Let us consider the whiners first.
A whiner is a person who is given to excessive complaints and crying and
whining. In simple terms, a whiner is a constant complainer.
I believe we don’t have to look far to see a whiner. Most possibly, we turn
into one, wittingly or unwittingly, when we feel like we have reached the
end of our rope or the whole world is against us.
Constant complaining, however, does us no good; it produces in us nothing
but pessimism. Consider this: Negative confessions only reinforce negative
thoughts that foster negative feelings, which sooner or later, only lead to
negative actions.
The psalmist probably knew too well the ill-effects of whining and
complaining that he earnestly prayed, “May the words of my mouth and
the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my Rock and my
Redeemer” (Psalm 19:14).
Caught between a rock and a hard place, so to speak, we can choose to do
more than curse our difficult situation. Instead of whining, we can choose
to come out of our bad experience as better individuals. How do we do
this?
Let us consider the winners now.
*****
William Arthur Ward, said to be one of America’s most quoted writer of
inspirational maxims, gave a powerful illustration of a winner. To him,
“The experienced mountain climber is not intimidated by a mountain – he
is inspired by it. The persistent winner is not discouraged by a problem – he
is challenged by it. Mountains are created to be conquered; adversities are
designed to be defeated; problems are sent to be solved…”
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A winner, therefore, is a person who is objective in his appreciation of
his situation, informed in his approach to a problem, and positive in his
response to life.
An objective appreciation of our situation makes us look at our problems,
including the toughest ones, with the eyes of faith. Instead of further
complicating matters by our negative imaginings, we look forward to the
beautiful end result of our every situation because God is able to make all
things work together for our good (Romans 8:28).
Health, Beauty
and Fitness
“How we look is how we take care of ourself.
Our lifestyle, the food we eat and how we face
life contributes a lot to our wellness.”
- Chloe Belle
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Health Hazard
The ISS HOPE Center Hong Kong led by its Chief Executive Mr. Stephen Yau, Director
Adrielle Panares and it’s Center Head Lorna Villanueva organized a Peace & Sympathy message
signing and candle offering for the victims of the Hostage Crisis in the Philippines last Aug 23,
2010. The message signing and prayer offering was held at the Southorn Playground in Wan
Chai which started at 11:00 AM till 6:00 in the evening.
Also present in the said prayer offering is the Consul General of the Philippine Consulate in
Hong Kong, Hon. Claro S. Cristobal and different consular officers of Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan
and others.
Thousands of the Fillipinos in Hong Kong attended the vigil to express their sympathy and care
to the affected families of the victims.
research by Bernadeth M. Benitez
When we truly understand that the plan of God for our lives is to prosper
us and not to harm us (Jeremiah 29:11), we are empowered to approach
our problems with the confidence that there is hope even in the midst of
life’s seeming impossibility. Because nothing is too difficult for Him to do
(Luke 1:37).
James 1:2-4 counsels us, “My brothers and sisters, when you have many
kinds of troubles, you should be full of joy, because you know that these
troubles test your faith, and this will give you patience. Let your patience
show itself perfectly in what you do. Then you will be perfect and complete
and will have everything you need.”
James’ words lead us back on the right track. Pains, troubles, and tests
in life are meant to produce in us patience, maturity, and wisdom. If we
respond correctly to the tests of our faith, “we will be perfect and complete
and will have everything you need.”
Now, that is the winner’s life in its fullness. God bless you!
Most of us OFWs need our mobile phone
because it is very important for us for our
communication with our family back home
in the Philippines and friends to relieve
our homesickness and ease our boredom.
However, we should know that proper using/
holding our mobile phone is important for us
to know.
I read from one of the book/newspaper that
constantly cradling a telephone receiver
between the shoulder and ear to free the hands
for other work can lead to stroke. Stroke causes
due to the injury of the blood vessel in the neck
have been reported once every three times a
month at Prince of Wales Hospital for the past
three years with the average age victims of 47
years old and mostly men.
Research by the Department of Medicine and
Therapeutic and the SHHU Cardiovascular
Disease and Smoke Center of the Chinese
University of Hong Kong shows carotid and
vertebral arteries are susceptible to injury as
they are not fully protected by the skeletal
structure.
Overextending the neck, the research showed
can compress or tear the mobile segments
of the arteries comprising the flow of blood
to the brain resulting in scheme stroke. The
common symptoms include sudden hemiparesis or hemi-sensory impairment, dizziness
and vertigo and vomiting and unsteady gait.
Neurologist advice more common age under
50 to use the hands-free functions of phones
for our safety.
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UMELA’ S Anniversary and Recognition Goes On
by Chloe Belle Dogeno
Despite the hostage drama tragic incident that
harmed Hong Kong and Philippines diplomatic
relations, which made Hong Kongers angry
and the Filipinos losing face and blaming its
men in uniform, UMELA’S show goes on.
voted Ambassador of Goodwill and was also
the 2nd Runner- up in the Miss Popularity 2010
and 1st Runner- up was Elizabeth Tungawan.
Crowned UMELA’S Hong Kong Miss
Popularity 2010 was Maria Fe A. Bueno.
On 29 August 2010, six days after the carnage
and Hong Kong is mourning, United Migrants,
Entrepreneurship Livelihood Association
successfully staged its Induction of Officers,
Recognition Rites, Search for Top Model 2010
and Coronation of UMELA’S Miss Popularity
2010 at Bayanihan Trust Center Auditorium
with welcoming and supportive audience
both from the Filipino migrant worker’s and
business sectors.
UMELA-HK would like to express their
heartfelt gratitude to their Honored Guest,
Sponsors, Board of Judges, and Panel of
Adjudicators, leaders of different Filipino
Organizations and Filipino Migrants for
attending the event and to all its members for
their enormous cooperation and support to the
success of the show.
Although with some restrictions in respect to
the aftermath of the Bus Hijacking incident,
the show continued bringing merriment to
the delight of everyone present. Vice- Consul
Charles Andrei inducted UMELA’S 20102011 Officers and reminded everyone to give
respect to the victims.
“After a series of consultation with our
Advisers and some leaders in the community,
we decided to go on with the show. Everything
is already prepared and we do not have time
to cancel the event,” according to UMELA’ S
President Ofelia Baquirin.
During the Recognition Rites, six students
received their Certificate of Completion on
Beads Crafting, two in Ribbon Folding, five in
Basic Baking and thirteen in Meat processing.
This
While oblivious of the surroundings, the
entire contestants gave their best during the
Search for UMELA’S Top Model 2010. Barbie
Illescas bested all the eight candidates winning
all six categories of the minor awards.
Mary Ann Aguilar won the Most Body Fit
and Most Shinning star awards while Barbie
Illescas was best in Catwalk. Domen was
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UMELA OFFICERS
President
Ofelia P. Baquirin
Vice Pres Internal Annabel E. Tan
Vice Pres External Florenda da Delos Santos
Secretary
Leilani
P.
Rolliog
Asst. Secretary
Elizabeth S. Tungawan
Treasurer
Sherlie C. Sad ang
Asst. Treasurer
Joyce P. Semana
Auditors
Ivy C. Aldea
Josefa Monterey
Business Manager Estelita C. Sad ang
Evelyn A. Cabildo
Nenita E. De Guzman
Public Relation Officers (P R O):
Ma.Anna K. Ello
Evelyn O. Santos
Ma.Vivien G. Yntas
Felicidad K. Quirante
Melona R.Rosales
Conchita V. Del Monte
Ma.Fe Alia Bueno
Mercilita V.Lopez
Project Coordinators:
Evelyn P. Abonales
Marieta Nicolas
Florence F. Belenario
Deco-committee:
Menchie Surio
Jane M. Balete
Lota V. Tolentino
Nancy R. Macato
In behalf of UMELA, I would like to
congratulate our Officers/Members and all
the Graduates for having been very patient
and supportive to our association’s goal &
mission. Time flies so fast, it’s our 2nd yr
ANNIVERSARY since the UMELA was
organized. Our group initiated this kind of
activity with a good cause, we dedicate our
volunteering service to our fellow OFWs &
we had worked for charity in the past, we are
doing it now and we intend to do so as long as
UMELA exists.
It is our pleasure to welcome those who have
not joined our association yet. At UMELA
we are sure that you will soon feel sense of
pride and will take advantage of many benefits
which our association provides the overseas
workers here in HK.
I warmly encourage you to become actively
involved. Prepare for your future ahead. For
me, it is better to teach our members how to catch
fish than to give fish once only.
I am so proud to introduce our livelihood
training program like: RIBBON FOLDING,
BEADS CRAFTING, BASIC BAKING
and most of all our MEAT PROCESSING.
Because according to Department of Trade
and Industry MEAT PROCESSING is
the most sustainable livelihood which only
requires a small capital.
The increasing demand for processed food
will provide business opportunities for small
income families. I would like to cite my
daughter in-law as an example who used to
sell fish ball and quikiam just in front of their
house while taking care of her family at the
same time & she said it helped a lot for their
daily necessities. So now I encourage you
to prepare yourself, venture into a business,
prioritize your FAMILY, join them in the near
future. Don’t forget to seek help from GOD.
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Balitang Showbiz
Rufa Mae, priority pa rin ang career kaysa pagaasawa
MASAYA si Rufa Mae Quinto sa mga kaibigan niyang nag-aasawa
na ngayon. Recently ay si LJ Moreno ay nag-asawa na Pero, siya ay
di nagmamadali pa rin. Pero, pinapangarap niyang mag-aasawa rin
siya sa hinaharap. Basta, ang nagpapasaya sa kanya ngayon ay ang
kanyang dumadaming trabaho.
ni Noel Asinas
Korean superstar Rain,
gagawa ng soap sa TV 5
ngayong September
Ang kanyang Kaya ng Powers sitcom sa GMA 7 ay no. 1 sa timeslot
niya. Bukod pa rito, masaya siya sa mga kasamang artista na
pawang mababait at behave kapag nasa set.
WALA pang titulo ang gagawin soap sa Pilipinas ng international-singer/
actor na si Rain. Pinag-iisipang mabuti ng TV 5 kung anong titulo ang
kanilang gagawin. Ayon, sa production head ng TV 5 na si Percie Intalan,
noong pang Sabado nila expected ang pagdating sa Pilipinas ni Rain.
Enjoy siya sa character niya dahil di siya tumatanda. Nakapagsusuot siya ng maganda at magandang make up na bumagay sa
kanya. Classic look ang dating niya at maraming humahanga sa
make up niya. Kaya naman, gusto na niya itong gawin araw-araw na
laging ganitong make up.
Ang Unitel Productions ang line producer ng soap ni Rain, samantalang
ang mga Korean production people ang siya mismong gagawa ng soap
opera. Bale ang TV 5 ang magpi-finance buong project.
Sa kagandahan ni Rufa Mae, kinukuha siyang endorser ng isang
malaking cosmetic company. Enjoy siya sa Kaya ng Powers, kasi top
rating ito at hindi pa natatalo sa ratings game sapul nang nagsimula
ang comedy show
Ani Percie: “Dahil hindi pa tapos ang production ng soap ni Rain, hindi
pa rin namin alam kung kailan namin ito ipalalabas sa bansa.”
Di lang ikinuwento sa amin ni Sir Percie kung sinu-sinong local stars
nating ang kasama sa soap. Lihim na lihim pa ang completion ng buong
cast.
Samantala, dahil dalawa ngayon ang kanyang comedy show, bukod
sa Kaya ng Powers, ang top rating Bubble Gang, mukhang pahinga
muna ng beauty niya sa soap opera. Ani Rufa Mae: “Bukod sa Kaya
ng Powers at Bubble Gang, may Showbiz Central pa ako tuwing
Sunday. Gusto ko munang magkaroon ng relaxation. Kasi, three
times a week ang taping ng soap. “Kapag nakapagpapahinga ako ay
naaalagaan ko ang beauty ko., he he he!”
Samantala, tuwang-tuwang si Sir Percie sa tinatamong tagumpay
ngayon ng kanilang Face To Face sa television. Kasi, due to insistent
public demand, kaya inuulit nila sa hating gabi ang airing ng episode ng
programa ni Amy Perez.
Tampok ngayong Monday ang Episode 124: “Ang hilik mo, laking istorbo”. Ang mga taga-payo ay sina Atty Persida Acosta,
Dr. Camille Garcia at Fr Albert Mecaydor. Ang mga magkakatunggali ay sina Emie Valdez, ang hindi makatulog sa lakas
dawn g hilik ni Elsie. Evangeline Quizon, ang naiistorbo sa hilik daw ni Elsie. Elsie Suela, ang malakas daw maghilik kaya
naiistorbo ang mga kapitbahay.
Geoff lumipat na sa bagong condo
NAKAUSAP namin sa taping ng Langit sa Piling Mo si Geoff Taylor dahil isa siya sa
aawit ng team song ng soap opera. Dahil wedding scenes ang kukunan presence
sila ng ka-duet niyang si Francesa Farr.
Ikinuwento ng dalawa na pareho na nilang nakuha ang premyong unit ng Avida
Condo sa may Crame, Quezon City. Pareho ang unit ng dalawa na nasa 20th floor
ng condo.
Si Geoff ay excited nang makalipat kahit nilalagyan pa ng fixtures ang studio type
na premyo nila. Kasi, pinaaalis na sila ng kanyang ina sa kasalukuyang tinitirahang
bahay.
Di takot si Geoff kahit nasa 20 floor sila, mahalaga sa kanya ay may sarili na siyang
tirahan ngayon. Samantala, si Francesca ay atubili pang lumipat kasi natatakot siya
dahil na sa 20th floor, May sarili naman bahay ang parents niya sa Paranaque City
kaya ganoon na lang di gaanong interested si Francesca.
th
Excited si Francesca sa pelikula nilang Emir na iikot na sa iba’t ibang international
filmfestival sa abroad.
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SAMANTALA,sa pagpunta ni Rufa Mae Quinto sa America recently, biniro namin siya kung nagkita sila ni Mr. M,
aba, natawa lang ang comedienne. Wala raw doon si Mr M., nasa Pampanga lang siya. Ani Rufa Mae: “Hindi naman
ako pumunta sa Los Angeles para makipagkita kay Mr M, bagkus pumunta ako doon para maging bridesamaid ni LJ
Moreno sa kasal nila ni Jimmy Alapag. “Parang naging reunion na rin ng mga kaibigan kong basketbolista. Saka, wala
doon si Rudy Hatfield. Talagang wala na kaming communication. Tahimik na siya.”
Pacquiao, magti-taping ng
Show Me Da Manny sa US
MAY possibility na magtaping ng Show Me Da Manny sa America
sa panahon ng kanyang training sa laban niya sa November sa
boksingero na si Margarito mula sa Mexico.
Kasi, kahit paano ay sumisipot ng taping si Manny sa Show Me Da
Manny, may special day ang taping niya. Kaya puede ring gawin ito
ng production people kay Manny sa America.
Dahil din kay Manny kaya naghit ang sitcom nila ni Marian Rivera.
Nung akala noong iba na hindi magiging successful ang show dahil
erractic ang schedule ni Manny, nagkamali sila.
Top rating ang show at humahataw sa ratings game. Ilan show na
bang katapat ng SMDM ang nagtiklop na buhat nang pumasok ang
show.
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Richard Gutierrez,
nakipaghiwalay na
kay Jewel, ipinalit si
Solenn ng Survivor
Philippines Season 3
MADALING nakalimutan ni Richard Gutierrez
ang kanyang ex-gf na si Jewel Mische. Kasi raw
sabi ng source, nang nakita ni Richard ang
isa sa 18 castaways ng Survivor Philippines:
Celebrity Showdown na si Solenn Heusaff ay
nabatubalani agad si Chard sa beauty at talino
nito.
Katrina, semi-recluse pa rin dahil kahihiyang
dulot ni Hayden Kho
SEMI-RECLUSE nang matatawag si Katrina Halili buhat nang mainvolved siya kasong inihain niya laban kay Hayden Kho. Lumalabas
lang ng bahay si Katrina kapag may taping at TV appearance siya
Katwiran ng actress, may sensitibo siyang kasong hinaharap ngayon.
Hindi basta kaso, kasama ang kanyang personality rito. Para sa kanya
ay pangit na maglalabas siya hanggang dinidinig ang kanyang kaso.
Ani Katrina sa set ng Langit sa Piling Ko sa Clark, Pampanga:
“Lumalabas lang ako sa taping at importanteng promotion ng aking
mga project. Pati provincial shows ay tinatanggihan ko, basta ba
kailangan ako talaga ng network.”
Ayaw daw niyang makita ang sarili niya na nagsasalita sa isang
talkshow na nagbibigay ng payo o sumali sa anumang game shows.
Napapangitan siya sa ganitong sitwasyon para sa kanya.
Di ba mestisa sina Jewel at Anne Curtis at isa
pang model na si Georgina Wilason nalink kay
Richard noon? Crush kasi ni Richard ang mga
mestisa at matatalinong babae.
Tulad din ng iba pang nakarelasyon ni Richard,
galing din sa Buena Familia si Solenn. Aba, tagaForbes ang dalaga at balitang nag-aral din sa abroad. Samantalang si Jewel ay taga-UP Conservatory of Music, si Anne
ay laking Australia at si Georgina ay nagtapos ng business course sa Australia din.
Dahil daw kay Solenn ay ganadung-ganadong maghost si Richard ng Survivor na kinunan pa sa isang isla sa Thailand na
ang mga kasama nila ay mga wild animals at malayo sa civilization.
Anyway, sulit namana ng hirap ni Richard at ang 18 castaways na kasama sa reality show ng GMA 7. Kasi sa pilot airing
nito ay tinalo lahat ang ratings ng mga existing shows. Aba, naka- 18.2% ito last Monday at ang kalabang programa niya
ay naka-12.8% lang ang naabot. Nung Tuesday naman ay humataw pa rin ang Survivor dahil naka-16.2%, samantalang
ang kalaban ay naka-13.9 %.
Basta, sabi ng source, pinakamataas na ratings ngayon ang naabot ng Survivor kahit sa anumang programa ng GMA 7
o iba pa raw channels. Ang source ng rating ay ang People Ratings. Kaya masaya si Richard, ano? Bukod pa sa madalas
niyang nakikita si Solenn!
Buboy na-dengue at naging
kritikal ang lagay; dinalaw sa
ospital ni Marian Rivera
MAAARING nakalabas na ngayon si Buboy Villar sa pagkaka-confine sa UST hospital
dahil sa dengue. Pareho sila ng kanyang kapatid na lalaki na sinapian ng dengue.
Nalagay sa ICU ang parehong magkapatid. Balitang late nang nalaman na dengue
pala ang sumapit sa magkapatid.
Bago lumabas sa press ang balita, nailipat na sa recovery room ang magkapatid
Balita pa ring nakakakain na si Buboy ng matiwasay at babilis na nakakarecover
sa kanyang sakit. Nung September 1, mismong si Marian Rivera ang dumalaw kay
Buboy sa UST Hospital. Naging close si Marian kay Buboy buhat nang magkasama
sila sa fantaseryeng Darna. Tinuturing ni Marian na Lucky Charm niya si Buboy kaya
kasama rin niya ng bata sa pelikula niya sa Regal Films, ang Super Inday na pangMetrofilmfest ito. 26
Tungkol sa pagpapatawad kay Hayden, aniya: “Bakit ako
magpapatawad sa taong hindi man lang humihingi ng sorry sa lahat ng
ginawa niya. Mataray pa nga sila pag nakikita ako.”
Memorable kay Katrina ang role niya sa Langit sa Piling Mo dahil mainvolve siya kay Mark Herras. Di ba may namuo ring magandang pagsasama sa kanila noon sa panahong ng StarsTruck
1. Nalink din si Mark kay Katrina.
Glaiza de Castro, di pa in love kay Felix Roco
KABALIGTARARAN sa katotohanan ang lumalabas na balitang in love ngayon si Glaiza de Castro sa actor na si Felix
Roco. Kasi, sabi ng aming reliable source, isang buwan nang di dumadalaw sa bahay nila Glaiza sa Commonwealth Ave.,
ang binatang kakambal ng Kapuso star na si Dominic Roco.
Nung unang napapabalitang lumiligaw si Felix kay Glaiza, totoong lumalabas sila in
group dates na kasama ang best friend ni Glaiza na si Maxene Magalona, na ang syota
ngayon ay si Dominic. Foursome silang lumalabas noon. Nakikita ring pumapasyal
si Felix sa bahay ni Glaiza. Pero, biglang tumigil sa pangliligaw si Felix dahil balitang
tinapat ni Glaiza na mas priority niya ngayon ay ang kanyang payabong na career.
Ayaw nang dalaga na magkaroon ng sagabal ang papataas niyang career,lalo’t bida na
siya sa bagong primetime ng GMA 7 ang Grazila, The Other Cinderella, na ipapalabas
na sa Lunes. Bagong leading man ni Glaiza si Geoff Eigenmann. Fantasy soap ito na
hango sa mga fairy tale books noong unang panahon. Kaya naman period na malaroyal family sa Europe ang costume ni Glaiza at mga kasamang artista. Panibagong
paghamon kay Glaiza ang Grazilda sa career niya. Di siya mang-aapi, bagkus siya naman
ang makakatikim ng pang-aapi.
Tungkol sa love life ng actress, di pa siya handa. Ayaw niyang maging unfair sa
sinumang magiging boyfriend niya dahil sa di niya ito maaasikaso. Bukod sa Grazilda,
may Party Pilipinas at Laf and Roll pang programa si Glaiza.
Super hectic ang schedule niya. Kahit wala naman nagmamahal na lalaki sa kanya, okay naman dahil maraming kamaganakan niya ang nagmamahal sa kanya ngayon. Asikaso siya ng kanyang ina at ama. May mga batang pamangkin siyang
tinutulungan ngayon. May bagong bahay siya sa Commowealth na dapat hulugan pa niya at may bagong bukas siyang
salon and spa sa Makati, ang Sophiels, na matatagpuan sa panulukan ng Palanan at Zobel streets.
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Pasensya Na! Mahal Mo Pala Ako!
ni ”SPARKLE”
Pasensya na, kung di ko nakita
Pasensya na, kung di ko naramdaman
Pasensya na kung di ko narinig ang tibok ng
dibdib
Ang akala ko, kaibigan ka lang
Di ko akalain na ika’y nahuhulog na
Nahuhulog na sa aking piling
Pasensya na, kung di ko nakita
Ang mga ngiting alay mo sa akin
Pasensya na, kung di ko naramdaman
Na ang pasandig-sandig mo sa aking balikat
Ay tunay pa lang pagmamahal
Pasensya na kung di ko narinig
Ang tibok ng dibdib
Pasensya na
Kaya naging maingat lagi sa aking pananalita
Marami kasi ang nakatingin kapwa bata at
matanda
Naging libangan ka kapag wala ng ginagawa.
Kamag anak , kaibigan at mga kaklase noon
Salamat sa iyo Facebook, nagkaroon kami ng
komunikasyon
Homesick sa pamilya ikaw ang tumutugon
Tulay ka sa pag iibigan na nauwi sa hamambuhay
na relasyon.
Ngunit marami din ang may masama na hangarin
Kalaswaan sa internet ikaw ay gagamitin
Pang aakit sa kapwa lahat ay gagawin
Makamit lang nila ang masamang mithiin.
Marami siguro ang mga nagtataka
Aking mga tula ay parang nagpapatutsada
Mga kaibigan kayo na ang maghusga
Salamat sa iyo Facebook, sama ng loob ko ay
naipadama.
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Pasensya na, dahil di ko nakita
Na ika’y nasa aking tabi
Pasensya na, kung di ko nakita
Pasensya na, kung di ko naramdaman
Pasensya na kung di ko narinig ang tibok ng
dibdib
Ang akala ko, kaibigan lang kita
Di ko akalain na ika’y nahuhulog na
Nahuhulog na sa aking tabi
Pasensya na
Dahil nalaman ko lang nang ito ay sinabi mo na.
Mahal mo ko
Sana’y mahal din kita......
TRUE FRIENDSHIP
by Cristine Buban dedicated to my beloved sister Ms.
Judith Calubad
True friends are for life
Until the end
They’re more than special
They’re your bestest friends.
They’re the ones you can go to
When you’re in despair
The ones that’ll help you
Even when you got gum in your hair!
They’re the ones who’ll laugh
And go laughing with you all through the night
The ones who’ll help you
Help you with all their might
To have a good friend
You have to be one
So be nice to one another
So you can be friends forever
And that\’s how to be the best friend you can be.
SALAMAT SA FACEBOOK
by Jennifer Palomo Debaja
Noong una kang nakilala ako’y medyo nahihiya
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Laugh Lines . . .
PEDRO
It was the first day of school and a new student
named Pedro Martinez, the son of a Mexican
restaurateur,entered the fourth grade.
The teacher said, “Let’s begin by reviewing
some American history. Who said ‘Give me
Liberty, or give me Death?’
She saw a sea of blank faces, except for Pedro,
who had his hand up. Patrick Henry, 1775.
“Very good!” apprised the teacher. “Now,
who said, “Government of the people, by the
people, for the people, shall not perish from the
earth?”
Again, no response except from Pedro:
“Abraham Lincoln, 1863.”
The teacher snapped at the class, “Class, you
should be ashamed! Pedro, who is new to our
country, knows more about its history than
you do!”
She heard a loud whisper: “Screw the
Mexicans!” “Who said that?” she demanded.
Pedro put his hand up. “Jim Bowie, 1836.”
At that point, a student in the back said, “I’m
gonna puke.” The teacher glared and asked,
“All right! Now, who said that?” Again, Pedro
answered, “George Bush to the Japanese
Prime Minister, 1991.”
Now furious, another student yelled, “Oh
yeah? Suck this!” Pedro jumped out of his
chair waving his hand and shouting to the
teacher, “Bill Clinton to Monica Lewinsky,
1997!”
Now, with almost a mob hysteria, teacher said,
“You little shit. If you say anything else, I’ll
kill you!” Pedro frantically yelled at the top
of his voice, “Gary Condit to Chandra Levy,
2001.”
The teacher fainted, and as the class gathered
around her on the floor, someone said, “Oh
shit, we’re in BIG trouble now!” Pedro
whispered, “Saddam Hussein, 2003.”
ALITAPTAP
Anak: Tatay, hindi ako makatulog, kasi,
maraming lamok!
Tatay: Papatayin natin ang ilaw para hindi
tayo makita.
(Pagpatay sa ilaw, dumating ang mga
alitaptap...)
Anak: Hala ka, Tatay, nagdala sila ng
flashlight!
Do you know INNER ROW?
What is INNER ROW?
Inner Row is that which comes before
Pibrerow, Marsow, Abril, Mayow...
Sa isang classroom...
Titser: Class, what is ETHICS?
Pilo: Etiks are smaller than ducks.
Anak: Itay, nagpapatanong si ma’am kung ano
raw ang propesyon mo.
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Itay: Sabihin mo, cardiologist.
Anak: Ano po ba ang cardiologist, Itay?
Itay: ‘Yung tagaayos ng radio sa car!
Nanay: Hala, sige, layas! Huwag ka nang
bumalik dito sa bahay! Simula
ngayon, huwag mo na akong tawaging nanay
at hindi na rin kita tatawaging
anak, naintindihan mo?
Anak: Sige dude, alis na ako.
Boy: Kukunin ko ang mga bituin at ibibigay ko
sa iyo!
Girl: Shut up! Hindi mo nga makuha yang
kulangot mo, bituin pa!
Boy: Ay sorry, hindi ko alam na ito pala ang
gusto mo!
Ama: Bakit ka umiiyak?
Anak: Pumasa po kasi ako sa test. Huhuhu!
Ama: Aba , magaling! Anong subject yun,
anak?
Anak: Pregnancy test po itay!
Donya: Bilang bagong katulong, tandaan mo
na ang almusal dito ay
ala-sais
empunto!
Maid: walang problema donya. Kung tulog pa
ako sa oras na yun, mauna na
kayong mag almusal!
Anak: Inay, ang galing ng titser ko.
Inay: Bakit naman?
Anak: Tinuruan kami ng kagandahang asal.
Nanay: Eh di marunong ka nang gumalang at
magpo at opo?
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Use “Bampira” in a sentence!
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. What`s the difference among Philippine
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Gloria can`t tell the truth
Erap can`t tell the difference
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Host : Mas matigas pa diyan.
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NIYOG!!!
Host : Saan “B” (Bagumbayan) binaril si Jose
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Contestant : Likod?
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Superst
ar Search 2010
PrimeCredit and Prime Gold’s
12 Grand Finalists Chosen
September 12, 2010 – 30 outstanding Filipinos
with a huge amount of talent rocked Grappa’s
Cellar during the semi-finals of PrimeCredit
and Prime Gold’s Superstar Search.
vocal range and abilities.
It was a tough day for the invited judges, with
them having to sit for 4 hours of great talent
and personality. Judges for the semi-finals
were:
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After more than 130 applications, 8 audition
rounds and 3 elimination rounds, 30
contestants competed in the highly anticipated
semi-finals held at Grappa’s Cellar.
Contestants were divided into 6 groups, of
which a medley was designed and arranged
specially for them:
• George Canseco Medley
• OPM Jukebox Hits
• Sergio Mendes Medley
• Sharon Cuneta Medley
• Ogie Alcasid Medley
• OPM Love Songs Medley
Before the medley, each contestant was given
time to perform his/her individual piece. To
round up their slot, the group performed their
assigned medley to the delight of judges and
audiences, with Superstar Search Musical
Director Nobel Gabasan on keyboards.
PrimeCredit and Prime Gold are proud of the
kind of singing contest the Superstar Search
has become. It’s unlike any ordinary singing
contest – semi-finalists went through a training
process with Nobel Gabasan wherein each of
them was given a song piece to highlight their
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Mr. Nobel Gabasan
Mr. Corky Bucoy (Singer, vocalist of
Sessions Band and Prime Gold officer)
Ms. Dina May Flores (Philippine Airlines
Country Manager)
Mr. Jay Martinez (Metro Plus AM 1044
Radio Jock & Pusong Pinoy Charter Team
Leader)
Ms. Jinky Sonsalla (PAHK Director &
Pusong Pinoy-HK Team Leader)
Ms. Josephine Balabat (Singer and
PrimeCredit officer)
Mr. Michael Rañola (Managing Director of
Chismax Magazine)
Mr. Stanley Ho (Head of PrimeCreditPhiloan and Prime Gold)
Ms. Stella Cada (Singer and UST
Conservatory of Music Alumna)
After a rigorous judging and scoring process,
the 12 semi-finalists that came on top are (in
no particular order):
• Gemma Barcelona
• Joy Carbonell
• Christina de Asis
• Kaye Villarino
• Francia Embudo
• Emelyn Labe
• Glesan Gamboa
• Nelda Agustin
• Ma. Theresa Estabillo
• Ma. Decelina Alipio
• Donalyne Degamo
• Jeff Peñasales
The top 12 will be competing for the following
prizes from PrimeCredit & Prime Gold: PHP
100,000 SM Gift Vouchers, free professional
vocal training course, free recording album
production, and features in local Filipino
media. The most valuable prize, however, will
be the chance to sing with the Philippines’ Pop
Princess, Ms. Sarah Geronimo.
Capricorn (Dec 21 - Jan 19) Your sense of the
situation is probably pretty accurate, especially
if you’re telling yourself to let the small dramas
alone, and allow general agreement to form
without making a bid deal of it. Exude emotional
stability (or at least pretend to) and you’ll find
yourself brought in as a friend and confidant.
Emotions: Fair ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Fair
Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 22) Your desire for love and
affection, as well as beauty and pleasure, are
strong now and you can act on feelings and
creative impulses more easily than usual. If you
are not happy with some aspect of your personal
life, these issues arise at this time and there may be
disagreements or tension in a close relationship.
Emotions: Fair ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Good
Power Numbers: 37, 33, 39, 47, 28, 23
Sagittarius (Nov 23 - Dec 21) You may be
able to enjoy and value your own life today
or feel especially loving towards a friend or
loved one. Someone may compliment you on
your tastes or belongings. Compliment them
back and start up the conversation, you may
have more in common than you thought.
Emotions: Fair ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Fair
Power Numbers: 39, 14, 41, 24, 15, 47
Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19) This is a good time
to speak up and clear the air of any grievances
you have been holding on to for some time in
your personal relationships. By dealing with
any issues you’ve been holding onto and
allowing your partner to do the same leaves
you the space to move forward and find some
new understandings in area’s you may have
thought were never going to change. Emotions:
Fair ~ Money: Good ~ Wellness: Good
Power Numbers: 10, 37, 43, 5, 32, 44
Scorpio (Oct 24 - Nov 22) Socializing and having
a good time with others is the energy you may
feel now. You may meet people of that will have
importance or influence in your domestic life. So
if you get invited to socialize, party or just spend
some quiet time with someone then you might
make the effort to find the time and say yes.
Emotions: Fair ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Fair
Power Numbers: 35, 39, 43, 40, 2, 24
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Strong sexual feelings
and romantic passions are stimulated now, and the
urge to be with your love partner is compelling.
If you are not currently in a relationship, you
are likely to be bold and to make the first move
toward someone you are attracted to. Emotions:
Good ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Good
Power Numbers: 41, 14, 24, 7, 21, 44
Mi nd Games
Riddle Me This
To see special performances and videos
from the Superstar Search, visit the Official
Superstar Search YouTube page:
http://www.youtube.com/user/PCLPGP.
For any enquiries, please call the Superstar
Hotlines: PrimeCredit - 2810 0255, Prime Gold
– 2156 1878.
Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 22) Tension in your home life,
conflicts between work demands and personal
needs, or unresolved emotional issues are
likely to happen now, calling on your ability to
compromises on your part. A side of you which
is usually hidden or in the background could also
emerge now, and this may be positive or negative.
Emotions: Fair ~ Money: Good ~ Wellness: Fair
Power Numbers: 14, 7, 31, 42, 24, 25
Word Search
Presidents of the
Philippines
Gemini (May 21- Jun 21) Your long-range
goals, life direction, or career aims come into
focus now. You gain can clarity or a stronger
sense of purpose, which energizes your efforts to
get ahead or move toward what you really want.
Recognition or support from your superiors
or others who are in a position to assist you is
likely now, especially if you take some initiative.
Emotions: Good ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Good.
Power Numbers: 7, 12, 37, 10, 5, 47
Taurus (Apr 19 - May 20) Quiet messages
without a lot of drama will relay the how you
feel in a love relationship more than being
extravagant and showing off. What you mean
will be just what is said and what is understood
if you focus. Don’t try to say it all at once, but
put it out a piece at a time so you don’t scare your
hearts desire into running for the nearest door.
Emotions: Fair ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Good
Power Numbers: 44, 42, 36, 15, 20, 39
Cancer (Jun 23 - Jul 23) Fondness and
appreciation for the your past takes on
greater importance for you now. Making
your relationship situation more pleasant
and productive plays a part in this. You may
feel the need for more harmony in your most
intimate emotional relationships. Emotions:
Good ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Good
Power Numbers: 2, 48, 31, 4, 41, 34
Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20) Giving is a wonderful
quality, but receiving is important too. This
is a time when having your needs take the
forefront is in order. Don’t allow yourself
to be just the provider of comfort and
affection today. Let others dote on you, and
show you the affection you truly deserve.
Emotions: Fair ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Good
Power Numbers: 23, 47, 11, 31, 18, 34
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PrimeCredit and Prime Gold will be holding
a free concert on October 17, 2010 at Chater
Garden, featuring Sarah Geronimo, Mark
Bautista and Jimmy Marquez. Before the
concert, the grand finals of the Superstar
Search will take place.
... alamin ang iyong kapalaran
Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22) A significant development
in a close relationship or strong feelings of attraction
to someone you encounter, are very likely at this
time. You are very congenial and cooperative
now and more interested in the similarities than
in the differences between yourself and others.
Emotions: Good ~ Money: Fair ~ Wellness: Fair
Power Numbers: 5, 48, 41, 14, 47, 31
by Kuya Willy
The partners for the Superstar Search are
Philippine Association of Hong Kong, Philippine
Airlines, BDO Remit, Friends International
Magazine, Hong Kong News and Metro Plus
AM 1044.
The Superstar Search semi-finals was not only a
competition, but a showcase of Filipino talent.
With the dashing trio of Mr. Arnold Grospe,
Mr. Joel Almeda and Mr. Voltaire Medina as
hosts and each group’s performances, the
crowd definitely awaited the results of the
competition.
HOROS C OP E
Marcos
Last Month’s Answers
You answer me, although I never
ask you questions. What am I?
Answer: A Telephone
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Medy Borlaza - Sep 28
Amada Dujali - Sep 13
Teresita Telmo - Aug 17, Jessica Aquino - Sep
10, Jema Aquino - Sep 5, Mara Aquino - Aug 24
Janette Pamatmat - Sep 14
Leony Francisco - Sep 17
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Rene Orias - Sep 27
Gerry Manga - Sep 16
Renzo Biluan - Sep 5
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Roxanne Mungcal - Sep 2
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Wedding Anniv Mr & Mrs Mangaoang - Sep 8
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