Singles’ ultimate guide to Valentine’s Day
IT IS the cheesiest time of the year when couples flock to fancy restaurants to catch romantic dinners for two. Jewelry and chocolate stores and even flower shops are in demand as men begin their meticulous hunt for awesome and exquisite presents to rekindle their love for their real-life princesses.
Love makes the world go round
“IT IS better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.” This statement, which was relevant at the time when Alfred Lord Tennyson wrote, came to mind while hearing the words the leading character in the hit movie, My Best Friend’s Wedding: “If you love someone you say it. You say it right then, out loud, or the moment just passes you by.”
Little hearts in the rain
THE love of parents for their children cannot be matched by any material wealth in this world. It is because the children are a reflection of the parents. The children are the resultant substance and the incarnation of their love. The children show themselves as evidence of the parents' substantial union of love and children consider their parents as the home of love.
Lessons learned on the job training
EVER since I started my on-the-job training, more commonly called “internship,” I have learned values that will help me build a brighter future.
I have learned to be more professional, to hone my skills, to develop camaraderie with my superiors and peers, and more importantly, to give my best in everything I do.
Every day is a challenge for me to stand out. But I always have a winning attitude through the guidance of the Lord, and always tell myself, “I’m gonna win this.”
Why financial literacy is a must
FINANCIAL literacy is a must in any entity. It is the possession of knowledge and understanding of financial matters. Financial literacy is mainly used in connection with personal finance matters. Do you know how to manage your finances? Why even you consistently work hard, yet you still stick to the level where you are for a long time? Maybe, you don’t know how to understand how your financial environment goes around.
Our unfriendly pedestrian lanes
IT’S already 8:30 in the morning again. I will be rushing to go to Metrobank for my OJT. Well, I don’t need to take a cab. I need to burn the fats to make me feel more beautiful than my supervisor. From my beloved school, University of Baguio, I have to cross Session road then Harrison road. Taking a walk via Mabini Street, I realized that it’s nice walking down the road feeling the great ambiance of the city.
Konting bato, konting semento para sa SPED Aklatan Monument
THIS is the rallying point of the Baguio Special Education Center Alumni Association, headed by its president Peter Rey Bautista and incumbent principal John Chan, as it calls on its graduates for a night of fundraising, fun and reminiscing on February 18, 4-6 p.m., at the University of Baguio Square Hall.
Founders, pioneer teachers and current faculty members are actively pooling their efforts to unite all those who have been part of this prestigious educational institution to help raise funds to build a permanent and state of the art library.
Up in the sky: It’s a cake! It’s a car! It’s a balloon!
EARLY morning Saturday, a group of yuppies aboard a pick-up truck were craning their necks upwards, howling and cheering: “Look! Up in the sky! It’s a cake! No, it’s a car! Oh, it’s an ice cream cone!”
Angeles celebrates ‘National Arts Month’
ARTISTS in Angeles City have joined the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) in celebrating the National Arts Month in February, pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 683 issued in 1991.
This year, the NCCA celebrates the arts month with the theme, “Tradition and Innovation.” Angeles City adapts the local theme, Mana, which means Legacy.
In line with this, the Angeles City Tourism Office (ACTO) has aligned with tourism goals of helping promote local arts and culture.
South Africa: The Rainbow Nation
AFTER the Delphic Games, our hosts arranged a tour of Johannesburg and its suburbs.
Girl Scouts celebrates World Thinking Day
THE Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP), together with all the girl scouts and girl guides around the globe, will celebrate the annual World Thinking Day on February 22.
Scotch Lovers of Baguio, unite!
THE Malt Room at the still-to-be-formally-opened Le Monet at Camp John Hay had a soft opening last February 2 with a surprisingly young chi-chi party crowd dancing the night away.
2 abandoned babies at Asilo
THE Asilo de la Milagrosa, a licensed and accredited child-caring agency, is looking for the parents or relatives of the two babies who are currently under the agency’s care.
The concerned parents or relatives are advised to visit Asilo and look for social worker Gerald O. Ebanen from Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., or call Asilo at 232-2443.
Foundation grants livelihood projects to 2 upland communities in Cebu City
TWO upland communities in Cebu City now have the opportunity to earn additional livelihood income and to grow as an organization following the turnover of projects granted to them by the Aboitiz Foundation Inc.
The projects—Umahan sa Katawhan and bee farm garden—were made open to the public in separate turnover ceremonies in Barangays Guba and Pung-ol Sibugay last December.
The bee farm, operated under the chairmanship of Wedeliza Gabisay of Pung-ol Sibugay Multi-Purpose Cooperative, was opened to complement the cutflower production in the area.
Telco responds in Visayas quake aftermath
FOLLOWING the recent earthquake in the Visayas, wireless services provider Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) set up libreng tawag centers in the hardest-hit areas in Negros Oriental.
Company personnel were immediately deployed to the Guihulngan National High School in Guihulngan City and at the City Hall to assist in the relief and rescue efforts of the local government.
TC-LTSP pursues enhancement in tour guiding skills
“THE greatest achievement is to have the opportunity to experience.” The Travel Club-League of Tourism Students of the Philippines (TC- LTSP) conducted its 2nd Tour Guiding Skills Seminar entitled “A Guide for Tour Guides: learn from Experience,” which was held last January 21, 2012 at the Café Fernando, School of International Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Baguio.
White corn recipes for a healthier you
WHITE corn was once viewed as a “food for the poor,” and hardly occupied the Filipino tables. However, with the healthy lifestyle that includes meticulous diet, corn now is a latest chick in health menus with nutritional benefits.
Bamboo urban gardens for Baguio sought
IMAGINE the cool breeze of this mountain resort city blowing through bamboo wedges, with the sticks hitting each other.
The melodious tone of the bamboo swaying with the cool mountain breeze like natural chimes will instantly lull you to sleep or better yet transport you to a Zen-like state relaxing your entire body.
But aside from the natural charm of the bamboos in Asian-themed gardens paired with minimalist water fountains, the plant that comes from a family of grasses has both benefits to humans and the environment.
Silliman sets deadline on Feb. 24
THE Silliman University national writers’ workshop announced it is now accepting applications for the 51st National Writers Workshop set on April 30 to May 18 at the university’s Rose Lamb Sobrepeña Writers Village.
This workshop will offer 15 fellowships to promising writers who want to have a chance to hone their craft and refine their style.
Fellows will be provided housing, a modest stipend, and a subsidy to partially defray costs of their transportation.
To be considered, applicants should submit manuscripts in English on or before Feb. 24.
GSIS lifts policy for beneficiaries to visit field offices to renew status
THE Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) reminded its pensioners that they need not visit the GSIS offices anymore for their annual renewal of active status (Aras) to ensure continued receipt of their monthly pension.
As part of the initiatives to provide greater convenience to the pensioners (old age or survivorship), the current board has removed this requirement since May 2011.
February is Civil Registration Month
FEBRUARY of every year has been observed as the Civil Registration Month pursuant to Proclamation 682 signed by then president Corazon C. Aquino.
This year’s theme “Tamang Rehistro, Pananagutan ng Bawat Pilipino,” serves as a reminder to all citizens to register vital events correctly and accurately to avoid committing clerical errors.
Erroneous civil registration documents will further delay the availment of primary social services and privileges like education, health and insurance benefits.
Islands Souvenirs: Cebu loves you this love month
THIS love month, Islands Souvenirs brings another attention to another kind of fondness: love of place for the place that has loved us back.
Islands Souvenirs’ I Heart campaign was launched two years ago on the same premise: allowing people to literally wear their hearts on their sleeves for the love of Cebu. The trend caught on and was backed by several personalities with established careers and who have made Cebu their home. Since then, the personalized shirts have been rolled out to other key travel destinations under the Islands Souvenirs brand.
Ultimate Valentine’s Day at Crimson Resort
SWEEP her off her feet this Valentine’s Day with a Romantic Getaway and enchanting dinner choices at Crimson!
Stay in a charming Deluxe Room for P12,500 /night or a plush Private Pool Villa for as low as P21,000 /night which includes buffet breakfast at Saffron Cafe, a Romantic Dinner for two with a long-stemmed rose for the lady, couples foot and body massage at Aum Spa, and a bottle of wine as a welcome amenity.
Red Hot Date with 8 for Valentine’s
LADIES, this Valentine’s week sing your hearts out at Red Box: Rock, Dine, Roll at Ayala Terraces Cebu.
From Feb. 10-18, 2012 ladies who come in to celebrate Valentine’s in groups of eight get in absolutely for free during Primetime (7 p.m.-12 m.n.).
Why mope or be conventional this Valentine’s? Gather your BFFs and have a most awesome party at Red Box as Red Box is there for you in good times or in bad- so whatever you’re feeling this Valentine’s Day, take a load off, let your hair down, and sing like you’re winning.
Metro's ‘Cars and Cash Extreme’ grand winners
METRO Supermarket and Department Stores nationwide recently announced the grand draw winners of the Metro “Cars and Cash Extreme” promotion. The following are the six lucky shoppers who will each drive home a Nissan Sentra 200: Susana Panulde from Minglanilla, Cebu; Tess Galang from Cebu City; Milagrosa Padilla from Consolacion, Cebu City; Denise Embile from Tabaco City; Jacinta Gutierrez from Antipolo City; and Lennie Jane Brittingham from Angeles City.
