tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254702002011-11-28T08:37:15.727+08:00"Dreams visit us when we are asleep. . .But GOD is truly wise, HE wakes us up each day and give us all the chances to make those BUNCH OF DREAMS come true."Adminnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1091100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25470200.post-57298787674850483992011-02-02T08:16:00.000+08:002011-02-02T08:16:32.714+08:00

Ang bansa ay maihahalintulad ko sa isang kalsada: Ang kalsadang maluwag at walang trapiko ay isang bansang napapatakbo ng maayos. Ang lahat at nasa maayos na lugar. Kapag ito naman ay barado at ang laman ay mga nag-uunahan at di nagbibigayang mga sasakyan; lahat gustong mauna at makalusot; mag-short cut maski bawal, mga taong tumatawid kung saan-saan na lang; mga vendors na naglipana na

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Di ko alam kung ano ang iisipin ko habang  pinapanood ko ang pag-anunsyo sa desisyon ng Supreme Court sa kaso ng Visconde masacre. Acquitted daw ang mga akusado at palalabasin na mula sa pagkakakulong. More than 15 years ko rin itong sinusubaybayan at noong una pa, maski wala pa akong mga anak noong panahong nangyari ang isa sa karumal-dumal na krimen sa bansang Pilipinas, 'ramdam ko na ang

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My wife and I were excited to see this school program.  Our son and 2nd child - Raham will be playing  L.V. Beethoven's Sonata OP13 "Pathetic", 2nd Movement  tomorrow in his school. Can't wait to see him play..

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Here is a painting of my daughter.  Her own version of a painting she googled, for her project in school.

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The Old Sumangil House The 103-year old Sumangil House, located at the corners of Mabini (where the great Apolinario Mabini was captured) and Mendoza Streets, Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija. This is where our great Lolos and Lolas, and beloved relatives grew up.. (courtesy of Uncle Ray Soberano)

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An original composition by Uncle Jong Sumangil which later recorded by the 5th Gear ...

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In some U.S. states, nearly half of the job seekers who have stopped looking for work have done so because they simply don't believe they'll find anything. Indeed, the number of discouraged workers nationwide has more than doubled in the past year. This trend won't be reflected in the widely publicized unemployment rate, as discouraged workers aren't included among the unemployed. Still, in

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Our very own, People's Champ Manny Pacquiao did it again! Congratulations, Manny! You just made every Filipinos around the world proud!Yahoo! Sports featured the following a few hours after the bout:Pacquiao Makes De La Hoya Quit After EightBy Kevin Iole, Yahoo! Sports LAS VEGAS – Round-by-round coverage of pound-for-pound kingpin Manny Pacquiao’s welterweight victory over Oscar De La Hoya.

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After watching the video and reading the comments, di magandang tingnan na pinagkakatuwaan ng ibang lahi ang kapwa Pilipino natin. Although comedy show lang ito, 'ramdam natin ang pangit na epekto nito sa bawat isa sa atin. Marami nang mga reaction ang ginawa ng ating mga kababayan sa di na rin mabilang na kasong kagaya nito. Di maiwasang mag-react ang bawat isa sa atin kasi pride at

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Typhoon Frank's "visit" to the Philippine archipelago last June 21, 2008 caused a lot of trouble to a lot of my fellow Filipinos: flood, sunken ship, darkness, dead people, and lost bunch of dreams...As I watch the ongoing rescue on the few survivors of the sunken ship (MV Princess of the Stars, a Sulpicio Line vessel), I can't help but feel deep sorrow especially for those who, the dead

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Every person has cancer cells in the body. These cancer cells do not show up in the standard tests until they have multiplied to a few billion. When doctors tell cancer patients that there are no more cancer cells in their bodies after treatment, it just means the tests are unable to detect the cancer cells because they have not reached the detectable size.Cancer cells occur between 6 to more

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I found this video from a friend's site in multiply.com. The video speaks for itself. Please watch and share to your friends, too. Thank you.Please view the original post from here.

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Almost a year ago after the movie Haw-Ang (Before Harvest) was shown at the SM Cinemas nationwide, I came across a blog called "From the Boondocks". This site posted a review on the film and I can't help but smile after reading what it said. Just to quote a few lines, it stated: "We are now going to open our big mouth because we watched the movie. Our verdict: We didn't expect to like it but

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The Philippine National Flag has been very visible in the streets lately. Oh yes. it's in preparation for the National Flag Day (May 28) and the 110th Philippine Independece Day on the 12th of June...The Flag is displayed in different sizes. And yes, it's being sold by vendors on the streets, too. Tsk, tsk. A lot of people are making money selling (the symbol of) our country. Seeing all

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I have been listening to this song by the 5th Gear over the airwaves. And I loved it especially its heartfelt lyrics that lingers to one's heart... To my surprise, I found out, just today, that it was composed by a relative. Uncle Jong, you are great! There's so much talent in you that remains untapped! Keep it up!Here is Hanggang Matapos as performed by the 5th Gear:Uncle Jong said that he

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I would like to share the following select qoutes I received during the past week..."The most difficult phase of life is not when no one understands you. It is when you don't understand yourself...""My biggest reward is to see you smile. I know life is sometimes cruel, but that's why I am here, to show that life can be good when somebody cares...""Sometimes you just have to put a period on

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I remember a song by Billy Idol that goes like this: "Hot in the City, Hot in the city tonight, tonight!"It's really hot and it's summer!!! This year's family outing was at the Island Cove, Cavite. Everybody, the kids specially had fun, given the fact that their cousins from Qatar arrived for the summer vacation. This years' outing was the first without my mother in law who passed away last

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I've been blogging for quite sometime now, on and off though. I have read and came across a lot of sites, a lot are worth my time, others not. But tonight, I just opened the site for all Filipinos who are hungry for changes, just like me. Worth visiting indeed!While driving home early tonight, along with my wife, I heard an announcement over GMA 7's 24 Oras news program about a site being

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What is circumcison (tuli) to you? For me it is an important event in a boy's passage to manhood. April 7 marks the manhood of my oldest son, Raham. I brought him to The Medical City and . . .dyaraan! In the Philippines, circumcision is a rite. A custom that our ancestors have passed on to us for several reasons. I am a Filipino who was circumcised at age 11. I was asked by the local doctor

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Glad to see our daughter (Mitzi) graduate from her school. She made it to the honor roll despite being absent from school (Antipolo Faith Christian School) for almost a month due to dengue last November, 2007. She took home a Bronze Medal (3rd) and some scholarships. Ramil Victor (our youngest) took home a silver medal (2nd) on his 3rd grade. He also took home a free-textbook-scholarship for

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In time for the Holy Week, I am posting this video borrowed from the gmakapuso multiply site. May God be with us and lead us in our daily undertakings all the time.

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Attending the church service every Sunday morning has become part of my family's life. It wouldn't be a Sunday if we find ourselves not listening to God's words on that day.It's been a few weeks since our Pastor announced that we have only until the end of this month (March) to stay in our current "church". It's actually a classroom leased to our church every Sunday by a college school in

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We are having a big problem in our country due to corrupt government officials and employees resulting to political unrest, chaos and stirred minds of different government and private sectors... As a concerned Filipino citizen, all I wanted is peace for everyone in our beloved country...I would like to share this letter forwarded to me by a friend amidst the political and economic unrest in our

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Remember my daughter who was stricken by the deadly dengue fever last month? She's fine now, thanks be to God! We were lucky to have her detected and recovered fast. Last Sunday, my brother-in-law's former employee came to us and seek for some financial assistance since his son who is only 4 years old is confined at the San Lazaro Hospital due to (again) dengue fever. We know how hard his

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It was found that my uncle was drunk when the accident happened. They (together with another relative who drove the vehicle) was on their way home from a party (Christmas) that night...When I was still in my late 20's, in one occasion, I remember uncle and I drinking together in our living room. There were other cousins and friends with us but had slowly gone home one-by-one since it was already

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I received a text message yesterday morning from my sister-in-law while i was driving with my wife on our way to her office in Makati. It stated, "Huwag kayong mabibigla, Uncle Gil is gone... he met a vehicular accident last night..." Ok. I was shocked... I had to park and made a call to the province (Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija).Just two days ago prior to his (my Uncle) tragic death, I remember

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Hi folks! It's Christmas season and I guess it is but right to make things/loads lighter , well maybe just for the holidays. During this season, families gather together. parties all over with friends and relatives. And another activity that you can do maybe is to watch great movies you missed from way-way back. I would like you friends to take a look at my other site called Movie

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Here's a preview of the martial arts musical staged by Mu Performing Arts in September where Eric (Sumangil) co-choreographed the stickfighting sequences.

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My daughter woke up suffering from high fever last Wednesday, November 14. As always, we (my wife Lynn and I) personally took care of Mitzi -- taking of her temperature, giving medicines, etc... We are very cautious of our children's health especially now that Antipolo is being closely watched and declared by the government as dengue infested area... Later that day, I brought my daughter to a

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Here's the latest performance of a relative who is based in San Diego. Cowboy Versus SamuraiBy Michael Golamco"Things in nature always hide. Lizards change the color of their skins. Moths live or die based on the color of their wings." Will Travis Park risk being seen as he truly is? In this savagely funny re-telling of Edmond Rostand's Cyrano de Bergerac, English teacher Travis Park is the only

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I am sharing herewith a story sent by a friend (Ariel R.) from Canada.... How often do you let other people's nonsense change your mood? Do you let a bad driver, rude waiter, curt boss, or an insensitive employee ruin your day? Unless you're the Terminator, for an instant you're probably set back on your heels. However, the mark of a successful person is how quickly she can get back her focus on

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Nov 2, 2007. The date to remember for the year 2007. It's our 12th year wedding anniversary. 12 long years of being united. 12 years of sharing. 12 years of loving each other, thru thick or thin...I always pray to Father God that He bless my family more... that He be always with us and be always there to protect this bonding of ours... (more photos to follow...)

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I had a lengthy conversation with Don last night. We talked about the things he's busy with while everybody in the gathering were also busy on their respective stuffs: his job in a multinational BPO provider, his sibblings in the states (Dennis in particular), his girl friend, a significant issue he recently saw on the National Geographic channel, and the band he's with - the Concrete Sam.I

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Cousin Josephine informed me about the 1st year death anniversary of her Mom - Aunt Loring, and loving wife to Uncle Pepito who also passed away early this year. I would say that this also marks the 1st year of knowing my long lost relatives, hehe! We arrived late, ok!Last night was another mark. I finally met Uncle Nando Sumangil who arrived from San Diego, California a few days ago. He is

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Here're video clips of the short film "Deliver" by Jesse Skogh starring Eric Sumangil. Enjoy the film as I did. Thanks for watching!

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Enjoy this video as I did. It's nice to reminisce old times sometimes.... The Beatles is just one way to go back, I am sure, hehe!

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Theodore Roosevelt stated, "You may worship God anywhere at any time, but the chances are that you will not do so unless you have first learned to worship Him in some particular place at some particular time."David said, "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord" (psalm 122:1).Thomas Caryle said, "No greater calamity can befall a nation than loss of worship."

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I would like to share the following which I am sure would somehow give at least a mark in our hearts...In today's world, I am sure these are just what we need. The world needs men - who cannot be bought; - whose word is their bond; - who put character above wealth; - who possess opinions and a will; - who are larger than their vocations; - who do not hesitate to take chances; - who will not lose

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Hey, I just got my new "gadget". My best friend whom I can't exist without since I found my true love.... Meet my new Bible!

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I had mixed emotions at that night of July 26. It was the premiere night of our film Haw-Ang (Before Harvest) at the Cultural Center of the Philippines in time for the opening of the annual Cinemalaya Film Festival. And it was also the scheduled reunion with my HR colleagues from my former employer--- NEXTEL Communications Philippines, Inc. A company I joined some five years back...I chose to

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I asked a friend last week to do me a favor -- to come up with designs for my site. He agreed and here are three of them. The designs are very simple yet able to express what I wished for my site. I am still thinking though if will have to replace the picture of my kids (above) with any of this one... Meantime, I used the designs in creating some memorabilla which you may wish to see. Just

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Brother Jojo Torreja visited us yesterday morning. I was glad to see him again and had a long fellowship about our respective families and friends and churches. Bro. Jojo is one of the persons I will never forget in my entire life. He was instrumental, together with Pastor Romy Provido in my spiritual growth. Pastor Romy led the Sumulong Baptist Church where my family used to attend church

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It just came to me by surprise! This is soooo cool. An award, an award, a "Thinking Blogger Award"!! Who did this "crime" to me? Ahh, I would like to thank Ms. Waterlearner from Singapore for nominating my entries about my mother-in-law's last few days on earth. It was a painful experience to my family especially to my wife who have cared and loved so much for her dear nanay...Anyway, this

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Our Dear Nanay finally joined our Father in Heaven last June 26 (Tuesday) at 7:30 PM. We will always remember her... She who was a blessing to all of us and will always be. God bless you, Nanay!

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My mother in law have not waken up seen after her heart ultrasound yesterday morning. Aside from the infections from her foot injury, renal failure, liver injury, swollen brain, some lung problem which are all complications of her diabetes, the ultrasound indicated that she has heart enlargement and weak heart beats too... I have seen her suffer from her illness, which I wished she has not

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I feel so much concern with my family especially now that my mother-in-law is fighting for her life at the ICU. It is a well-known fact that diabetes is a grave disease and is increasing at disturbingly alarming rates worldwide. I know that iT is hereditary and it makes me worry a lot especially when I am thinking of my family's health...This brings me to ask that very important question: CAN

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This is a message I got from my old friend and high school classmate - Jun Sibayan which I wish to share to everyone, too. Here it goes:They lie on the table side by side,The Holy Bible and the TV guide.One is well worn and cherished with pride,Not the Bible . . . but the TV guide.One is used daily to help folks decide,No, not the Bible . . . but the TV guide.As the pages are turned, what shall

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Nanay was transferred to the intensive care unit (ICU) of the hospital last Wednesday. Her situation has not gotten any better since when we rushed her to the hospital. She has been experiencing seizures. Her liver is already affected, so with her kidney. She was subjected to a two-hour hemo dialysis last Wednesday and four and a half hours last Thursday. Just visited her earlier and her 3rd

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Finally the MTV of our movie Haw-Ang (Before Harvest) shot entirely in Hungduan, Ifugao, Philippines.

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My mother-in-law's health situation worsened in the past few days. I and my wife were troubled last Monday night when Aunt Conching called at past 10 PM to inform us that Nanay (mother) was unconcsious (due to complications of her diabetis). We advised her to bring Nanay to the nearest hospital. We immediately rushed to the hospital(in Tanay, more than 20 km away) only to find out that she has

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While waiting for my kids from their youth camp at my in-laws' house in Tanay, Rizal last week, I noticed my mother-in-law's swollen feet. She is diabetic and I guess that is just one of the manifestations of her illness. The following day, we had her checked at the nearest medical clinic for her condition. There were medical terms I could not understand but the bottom line is that she needed

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My daughter Mitzi (10) and eldest son, Raham (9) joined the Youth Camp near a beach in Lemery, Batangas from May 21 - 24. This is the first time that my kids are away from us since they were born. Me and my wife are starting to miss them already. We just communicate through the phone but the fact that they are not beside us especially the past two nights, is really something for parents like

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I have been accustomed to seeing only about three (3) or four (4) families attending our church service every Sunday.. But this morning was different! I was amazed to see a number of visitors in the church (Me and my family were late, hehe!)! We have Korean nationals in the group. I would like to welcome Max, Kevin, Ronnie, Marie and the rest of the members of their group! Welcome to Blessed

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It gives me a good feeling to know that somebody from among my relatives are being recognized in their accomplishments. Like in the case of 2nd Lt. Ali Sumangil.In this photo provided by OPS (Office of the Press Secretary) Malacanang Palace, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, right, pins the Gold Cross Medal on Ali Sumangil during awarding rites Monday Feb.6, 2006 at Sta. Ignacia, Tarlac

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I feel sad to note that Uncle Pepito finally rested two nights ago at 7:15 pm. It is good to reminisce moments that I spent with him. Though a very short one because I just formally met him last year, it is good to know that I was able to establish bonding with him.I will always remember Uncle Pepito. I know he has joined our Father and Creator and will forever be happy after his long

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My wife woke up happily to find these pieces of thoughts from our dear children...Happy Mother's Day, Mommy! We love you...

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Two days to go before the national local elections. On Monday, All qualified Filipino voters will exercise their right of sufrage. Twelve (12) senators, party lists, provincials governors, municipal mayors and councilors shall be chosen from among hundreds of aspiring candidates...Today is the last day of campaign for all of them. This means, they have the whole day to encourage the ever

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This is our church - the Blessed Hope Christian Baptist Church with Pastor Roldan delos Santos as our leader. The church started two years ago in a rented small house with less than 50 sqm floor area and located along circumferential road in Antipolo for a minimal fee. We were allowed to use the house for a few months then relocated by the owner to their other property along Sto. Nino,

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I had to visit Toyota Motors this AM for the regular maintenance check-up of our car. It will take more than two (2) hours for the technician to check the car including their break so I decided to go to the nearby mall and have my break too while waiting for the maintenance check-up to be done. At the mall (Blue Waves Marquinton Mall in Marikina), I came across a book shop called Book Nook.

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Get Code | Create Your Own!We celebrated Ravi's (my youngest) 8th birthday today...We made sure Ravi enjoyed his day by way of treating him to Max's as well as giving him time to play his favorite games at the Timezone...hmm!

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May 1. Labor Day. And it's a holiday, yeheyy! More time with my family indeed! Me and my wife planned to watch the premiere night of Spiderman 3 at the Power Plant Cinemas in Makati. Her company was one of the sponsors of the event and she was given two (2) complimentary tickets to watch the movie... Yes! As the time goes nearer, we could feel the excitement and the pressure (hehe!) our kids

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Another day in paradise... Our church outing last Friday at the Momarco Resort located at the heart of the mountains of SAmpaloc, Tanay, Rizal. Our church - Blessed Hope Christian Baptist Church - being led by our beloved pastor, Pastor Roldan delos Santos, is just a small community. With a few families as its members, it has always been our prayers that this church be blessed and to finally

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It's summer time! My kids looked for something that they can spend their time with(aside from going into swimming to cool up). They found this small christian church in the neighbourhood (Antipolo Assembly of God) that invited young and teens to attend their bible school for this summer activity for a minimal fee. They enrolled and yesterday was their last meeting. My son Raham got an award

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It's been part of our activities every year or every summer to have a small gathering with my wife's family... usually held in resorts. This is in time for our children's summer vacation from school and my brother-in-law's (Kuya Pedy) vacation from his work in Algeria. This summer's outing (April 14) was in Bermas Resort located in Baras, Rizal. Last year was in Caliraya, Laguna.

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The grand alumni homecoming of my alma mater - St. Pius X Institute in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija pushed through last April 8, 2007 despite the extreme heat of the sun during the parade and the rain that showered in the evening causing the tables and chairs and the reception area all wet that night. Good thing it subsided and as the party continues, finally stopped at around 9 PM.Former classmates and

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Pictures were taken on our way to the beach in Lingayen, Pangasinan.

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Cousin Josephine (Ping or Pinang as we call her) undegone a major operation at the Medical City last Friday. Me and my wife visited her. She was not yet fully conscious at the time (past 9pm) and was being attended by her nurse for her routine medicine. Met Rico, her husband. We also visited Uncle Pepito, her father who is just a floor below hers (4th). Get well soon, Insan and Uncle!

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While surfing the net after lunch today(I had "lato" and some "menudo"), I came across a search engine (counterpart of google) and, well, a bit curious, spent a few minutes on it. For my friends and relatives out there, this might give a little help. TRY IT. JUST CLICK HERE.

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My kids ended the school year with a big triumph! My eldest-- Mitzi who just finished Grade V ranked 2nd of the 3 firsts in her class and bagged another silver medal for her efforts. Raham, on the other hand consistently improved his grades and promised to do more next school year. He is now "perfecting" (hehe!) his craft in piano. Lastly, Ravi got a first honor certificate and received a

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"Dear contestants............The Battle of the Brainless is back!" >>Host: What "N" (narra) is the national tree of the Philippines? Contestant: Niyog? Host: Mas matigas pa diyan. Contestant: (in a strong-sounding voice) NIYOG!!! >>Host: Saan "B" (Bagumbayan) binaril si Jose Rizal? Contestant: Sa back? Host: O sige, puwede rin na ang simula ay letter "L" (Luneta). Contestant: Likod? Host: Hindi

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I was with cousins Sonny and Emil (Sumangil) at their residence in Pasig last night.. It was the christening of cousin Emil's 1st-born son.. Met Che and Michelle (their respective wives) and their relatives from their mother side. Met also Colonel Jocson of San Juan Police and some of Emil's co-workers in GMA 7 . . Michael Fahatin and Michelle Seva..

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A song I will always remember.. PAMULINAWEN . . .This is my Inang's favorite. I would hear her humming this song everytime I go home to Baloy... My highschool class also performed this song in one of the contests (St. Cecilia's Day, if i am not mistaken)in our school -- St. Pius X Institute. We just won lang naman, he he! HIT IT!! Pamulinawen

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Got the surprise of my life when another former high school classmate called me yesterday (after 25 long years to be exact!!). My dear friend, classmate and seatmate for 4 straight years- - - Jojo Tablang! We were on the phone for more than an hour! - - we discussed a lot of things -- former classmates, his life inside the seminary and why did he chose to go out after all.. what has happened

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Uncle has been going to and from the hospital since I met him last year. A few days ago, I visited him at his hospital bed at the Medical City, Ortigas.. We had conversations in between his rests.. Uncle, get well soon po!

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This is Onay (Rona Lean Sales). A very nice "young-lady-in-love" I met during my stint with ABS-CBN in 2004. She was one of workshoppers in the first Writing Workshop of ABS-CBN conducted by Ricky Lee (I supervised the 2nd, also with Rick Lee conducting). We later got her to assist in our film, Haw-Ang (The Harvest)as assistant editor. She is a cousin of one of the young actresses of our

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Mabuhay po kayo, Auntie Pura!

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Mayor Bumangabang

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Different looks (he he) taken during breaks in our digital film Haw-Ang (Before Harvest).

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Just some of the pictures taken by the local children casts of the digital film Haw-Ang(Before Harvest) themselves in between takes using my camera-phone converted into an MTV..

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I was invited as one of the panel of judges in the Battle of the Bands sponsored by the World Citi Colleges (WCC) held at the Ynares Center in Antipolo City the other night. This was in part of the on going celebration of their 6th year anniversary with the following theme: "Soaring High @ 6". Obra ni Juan band won the top prize. More power to the bands who took part in the competition and

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My dear wife and I didn't have much time together lately.. We were too much preoccupied by our work and the kids.. We miss moments like dating just the two of us (without the kids.. he he!!).

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Been so busy for the past two months.. I joined a new independent film outfit and just finished shooting our initial project called Haw-Ang (Before Harvest) shot entirely in Hungduan, Ifugao. Our group is now busy with the post production process. It stars theater actors/actresses Kalila Aguilus, Neil Sese, Fons Dessa, Citadel, Marife Necesito, Xeno, Pj Lanot, Lowel Conales, Raquel Reyes (of

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It's our 11th year Wedding Anniversary today.. Our kids never forget, so are the proofs, hehe!

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Cousin Ed informed me about the demise of Uncle Pepito's wife -- Auntie Loring (Lorenza)... Well, not the right place but I guess the right time to meet more of my relatives..Firstly, of course, Uncle Pepito whom I should have met right after my birth..Secondly, my other cousins-- Josephine (Uncle Pepito's daughter), Emil (the "voice" of GMA7) and his wife, Sonny, Uncle Rey, Auntie Mila and her

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Blogging is just my way of documenting the events about me, family and all the people that I would encounter or deal with..I never realized that this blog would pave the way from meeting my relatives from afar.. Mr. Cornelio "Onnie" Sumangil and family from Texas, U.S.A. I don't know how to call you yet but thank you! salamat po, Uncle for spending some of your precious time with me on-line. It's

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My wife got sick lately . . . she's is now out of the hospital and recovering fast. . . THANK GOD!!Welcome back, Mommy!!We love you!!It's also good to be back online..

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I've been a music lover all my life... Here are some of my favorites. Hope you enjoy them as I do:The ReasonTake On Me (a-ha!)

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Who could stop my wife from cheering for Manny? Nobody!!http://asia.news.yahoo.com/060702/afp/060702074225spo.html

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Celebrated my son's birthday at James Ville Resort (per his request). He loves swimming, that's why.

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Kidz, Wife, malling, food, gifts. Wheww, what a day!!

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Welcome to earth, Aaron Gabriel Q. Celles!

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Mitzi at 10. My only daughter is growing fast, whoaa!!

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My kids have been making kulit of going to Mall of Asia. So, here we go!!!

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Ariel, Cony and their only child Neil arrived last week. They are our neighbor (just across our house) who have migrated to Canada more than two (2) years ago. Neil has grown big since then. We missed the family. It was really good talking to them again.

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It's just my day today. Walang kokontra. I was really surprised to see my kids birthday greetings and surprises to me. I really feel great!!! Just sharing...

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Here are some of our kid's special gifts/greetings to Mommy during this years' Mother's Day celebration... Where's mine, eh?

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