Fortunate enough to be invited to witness the opening and premier of this year's National Film Festival (Ikalawang Yugto). It was such an honor to be part of this and able to know how they (directors & writers) work hard just to produced a one of kind master piece. Known people in the city were also present gracing the said event and of course the people behind all the film entries. It was a series of activities like the presscon at Grand Regal Hotel, premier/opening night and awards night consecutively at SM Lanang Premier Cinema. Thanks to the organizer for bringing good films to the city of Davao and to the directors and writers for inspiring especially the young ones to create our own films. Below are the entries for this year's National Film Festival (Ikalawang Yugto).
Here are some other captured moments during the National Film Festival (Ikalawang Yugto) at SM Lanang Premier Cinema.
Are you excited for Christmas? Well, as early as now you can already feel the spirit of Christmas if you happen to visit SM city Davao. The said mall started to light its Christmas tree in different sizes. Other Christmas decors are giant santas, snow man, and lanterns.
"We continue to bring Canon products closer to our consumers not only here in Davao city, but the whole Mindanao region. The heart of our business lies in our technology and reliability as well as our after-sales service. This new office is a testament of our continues improvement and commitment to our customers," said Karen Joie Cabonce, regional operations head for the Mindanao region.
Canon Philippines Inc. aims to give quality products and services and continues to delight its valued customers. Canon, one of the leading companies in digital products open its new office in Davao city. It is located at 333 Sunbright Building, Monteverde St., Davao city. It is open Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am - 5:30pm. It has showroom and service center for the range of Canon products such cameras, printers, etc.
For more information on Canon products and services, please contact (082) 227-8929.
Here are some of the captured moments during the opening of its new branch.
Must-catch discounts in 60 minutes on fresh and food items. It happens unannounced so be sure you're there when it happens. Of course make sure you have your SM Advantage card. Good thing I have mine.
This is one of the things that I like most in SM Lanang Supermaket, exciting promos and freebies. Today, so lucky to experience happy hour and able to buy fresh goods with discounts. Thank u SM !
The Philippine School of Interior Design (PSID) marks its 45th year with “Gabay: Dibuhong Umaakay,” the graduation exhibit of the PSID Advanced Class of 2012, on September 29-October 31, at the former Super Sale Club. In cooperation with SM City North Edsa Interior Zone and the National Council for Disability Affairs, “Gabay” showcases 20 different spaces designed in creatively planned solutions. In partnership with SM City North Edsa, please vote for your Favorite Exhibit! SM: "We are very excited to bring the unique concept of PSID this year, “Gabay: Dibuhong Umaakay” which will create an awareness in two areas that we strongly believe in: to help design livable space solutions for persons with disabilities and to educate the customers about creative home designs. We are very happy to have a strong partnership with PSID this year once again and for the years to come. Congratulations to the Graduating Batch of 2012 for your astounding creations! The exhibit with the Most Likes wins a special prize from us!" To vote simply like the page and like the picture of the exhibit that you like most. LIKE THE PAGE https://www.facebook.com/smnedsa CHOOSE FROM THE ALBUM https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152150393135261.912573.198076995260&type=3
Here's something new from Jollibee at SM city Davao -- "Crispy Wings", a marinated chicken wings in special seasoning, deep-fried to a perfect and delightful crisp. It comes with Sweet Chili dip. For only 70 pesos you can already choose between these two:
Crispy Wings with Fries
Crispy Wings With Rice
it comes with one regular ice cold soda also. So what are you waiting for, go to the nearest Jollibee in your area and try Crispy Wings.
For person in Wheelchair, rest assured that Jollibee SM Davao is very accessible. And if you have some concerns, don't hesitate to ask their personnel. Of course for all PWDs and Senior citizens, don't forget to bring your ID to get discounts. yahoo!!!
A Benefit Concert for
Padre Pios Home For Children
Brilq Entertainment presents “XTRAORDINAIRE: A night of Stars”,
a one-night-only concert for a cause, with Xian Lim, JM de Guzman, Gabby
Conception, Markki Stroem, Krissy & Erica, and Four Wheel Drive Band on
October 20, 2012, 8 P.M at the University of Mindanao Gymnasium, Matina Davao
City. A night of comedy & laughter, wacky antics, a salvo of sure-hit punch
lines with Davao’s very owned Zigudo’s Primetime Comedians. Indulge with Glam
and Fashion with the creations of Walter Quejada. All these and more for the
benefit of Padre Pio’s Home for Children Inc.
Be among of the first 100 VIP ticket buyers and have a chance to
meet and greet the celebrity guests Gabby Concepcion, Xian Lim, JM de Guzman,
Markki Stroem, and the rest of the stars. Tickets are available in all Davao
Convenience Stores, Orotime Italian Jewelry outlets (Maze, 3rd Level Abreeza
Mall and 2nd Level Gaisano Mall of Davao) and Gaisano Mall of Davao Customer
Service. Ticket prices are the following:
Discounted
VIP : PhP 2,000.00
Centerbox : 1,000.00
Upperbox : PhP 500.00
General Admission : PhP 200.00
Padre Pio’s Home for Children is a residential facility and
temporary shelter run by the Crucified Sister Adorers of the Eucharist (AJC
Sisters) located at Rambutan St., Tugbok Proper Davao City. You can also share
your blessings, help and support by donating your old bags, toys, shoes, etc.
Please contact +63.82.293.0290 or mobile number at +63.920.514.3396. For cash
donations, kindly deposit to their BPI bank account:
Cebuana
Lhuillier proudly marks its 25th Anniversary and as a way of saying thank you
to their loyal customers - 24K cardholders,
Cebuana Lhuillier dubbed an event called Pistahang Cebuana: Pasasalamat
concert. It was held last Oct. 5, 2012 at UM Matina Gym, Davao City.
This bedroom was
design to be a handicap-friendly bedroom inspired by Naprey Almario (yours truly), and the
needs of someone with a disability. He is a teacher, a friend to all, a
brother, an active charity worker, an ex -PBB Housemate and a voice for people
with disabilities, but most of all a person that represents hope.
Functional and
aesthetically pleasing, it is a space that reflects the personality and lifestyle
of the individual. It is a sanctuary where he can relax, unwind but still be
productive, a place where he can be himself.
The Philippine School of Interior Design (PSID) marks its 45th year with
“Gabay: Dibuhong Umaakay,” the graduation exhibit of the PSID Advanced Class of
2012, on September 29-October 31, at the former Super Sale Club. In cooperation
with SM City North Edsa Interior Zone and the National Council for Disability
Affairs, “Gabay” showcases 20 different spaces designed in creatively planned
solutions. PSID has been known to produce groundbreaking exhibits that become
the benchmark of interior design exhibits in the academe. This year’s exhibit
delves into a topic rarely discussed in interior design: livable yet stylish
spaces for the blind, the deaf, the mute, the crippled, and the elderly.
There
are 24 spaces will be divided into four main areas: “Tanaw” (for the visually
impaired), “Dinig” (for the hearing impaired), Galaw (for the elderly), and
“Tindig” (for the orthopedically-challenged). The goal is to create
environments for the persons with disability that will help in their healing process as well
as assist the physically impaired and geriatric in their homes and assure their
safety while providing comfort and style.
Folks, i would like to share this video of mine dancing again. I did the same when i was still inside the PBB house but with this version, we added another type of ballroom- Samba. So check this out if i pass. lol.
By the way, my partner in here was my student when i was still teaching in college. Her name is Sheila. She's not a pro but she can dance.
Are we ready for barrier-free tourism(BFT)? Is our infrastructure ready? These two questions never stop echoing into my mind. Since i started working, i have been travelling already in different places in the country. Lets just say, one reasons why i work so hard is to travel around the country, see the beauty of life, and experience new environment. But every time i travel i always consider the accessibility of the certain place. I make sure that i will not have any difficulties in transportation, accommodation, and other needs. I believe that i am not alone in this kind of circumstances.
"Birthday
celebrations would usually mean cutting cakes, hosting a private party, going
on long ride with friends or treating and many more. But for me, the best way
to celebrate birthday, is with the orphans."
Before, I
really thought Go Nuts Donut (Doughnut) is very expensive and it seems like it
is not so Pinoy but here's what I discover about Go Nuts Donut.
EVOLUTION OF GO NUTS DONUTS
The Go Nuts Philosophy is a combination
of the company’s drive to assist in today’s fast paced world while retaining
its core heritage. In doing so we have faith that our brand can easily keep
pace with many international counterparts in the local arena and represent what
is truly Proudly Pinoy. In providing
more than just great donuts we hope
to encapsulate the comfort, convenience and the family environment.
Go Nuts Donuts
(The Brand) has
been around for the past 8 years and is competing against major donut brands
such as Dunkin Donuts, Krispy Kreme, Mister Donut and JCO. But among them, Go
Nuts Donuts is the only brand that is proudly Filipino! And that is clearly a
good reason why customers (especially the Pinoys) should patronize Go Nuts
Donuts.
Fortunate to be part of this year's bloggers tour. This is in connection on the campaign for an accessible tourism in the city. Met new people and saw new places that you can surely recommend to your friends and family. Jack's Ridge was the first destination. The place was so perfect for weddings and other outdoor activities. In terms of accessibility, they still need to improve and develop facilities to be more convenient esp. to wheelchair person. Second destination was the gap farm. It was my third time to be in that place and take note, the last time i went there was during elementary days. The place was not that accessible also to wheelchair person. Last stop, D' Leonor Inland Resort. In here, we spent almost half day because of the list of adventures that you can try. The place was very accessible in fact majority of their entrances are in ramps. Best example of universal design also can be seen here. Over-all, the whole experience for this year's bloggers tour was fun and worth remembering. Till the next tour bloggers!!!
The festival of all festivals in the entire Philippines - Kadayawan. It is a celebration of the bountiful harvest from fruits to flowers. For this year, 2012, here are the schedule of activities.
My VLOG/s will feature places in the country and their accessibility for wheelchair person and to all Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). This is to give awareness to the public that it's already part of the Law which is called The Batas Pambansa Bldg 344. The said accessibility law is a way to enhance the mobility of PWDs by requiring certain buildings, institutions, establishments and public utilities to install facilities and other devices for accessibility. This will promote the realization of the rights of PWDs to participate fully in the social life and the development of the country.
1. Complete accessibility factsheet PWDs require information on a number of
factors to assess whether a tourist facility is accessible to them. This
guidance shows facilities how to provide this basic information in a standard
accessibility factsheet.
2. Submit completed accessibility factsheet to tourist
information offices. Tourist
information offices provide a central point for tourists to find out about the
range of facilities available at a destination. Providing tourist offices with
information on the accessibility of facilities, along with prices, opening
hours, location, etc., will improve the service provided to all tourists.
3. Provide photographs of key features. Although self-assessment is a low cost
option for facilities to provide information on access, it may not be the most
reliable option. Providing photographs or plans of key features, such as the
entrance, WCs, bedrooms and routes, allows disabled people to understand better
the information provided in the accessibility factsheet.
4.Obtain independent verification of accessibility information.
Independent
verification will ensure the reliability and accuracy of the information provided
by the facility. In some countries formal schemes operate, but in all countries
there are likely to be disability and/or access organizations that are able to
check the validity of the information. The accessibility factsheet allows
facilities to provide details of independent verification.
5. Participate in a national accessibility scheme Some countries have developed national
schemes which provide an independent assessment of accessibility and enable
facilities to use a recognized label to indicate the level of accessibility
achieved (see inside the back cover for contact details). This will provide
increased marketing benefits for facilities which have reached a high standard
of access, and provide further reassurance to PWD tourists when making
decisions. How- ever, tourists require comparable information to make decisions,
so facilities participating in national schemes should still consider providing
a completed accessibility factsheet. The factsheet allows facilities to provide
details of participation in other schemes.
My VLOG/s will feature places in the country and their accessibility for wheelchair person and to all Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). This is to give awareness to the public that it's already part of the Law which is called The Batas Pambansa Bldg 344. The said accessibility law is a way to enhance the mobility of PWDs by requiring certain buildings, institutions, establishments and public utilities to install facilities and other devices for accessibility. This will promote the realization of the rights of PWDs to participate fully in the social life and the development of the country.
My VLOG/s will feature places in the country and their accessibility for wheelchair person and to all Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). This is to give awareness to the public that it's already part of the Law which is called The Batas Pambansa Bldg 344. The said accessibility law is a way to enhance the mobility of PWDs by requiring certain buildings, institutions, establishments and public utilities to install facilities and other devices for accessibility. This will promote the realization of the rights of PWDs to participate fully in the social life and the development of the country.
Like the general population, the term ‘persons with
disabilities(PWDs)” encompasses a diversity of individuals with different
levels of ability and different requirements for travelling. There is a wide
range of impairments, including those to do with mobility, sight, or hearing,
as well as learning difficulties and allergies. Many PWDs are keen to travel,
but wide variation in the level of access within destinations and across the nation
generally, combined with poor information and negative experiences, discourages
potential customers. Improved accessibility will not only result in economic
benefits to the tourism industry but will also assist the move towards full
social integration. Unnecessary barriers should be the starting point for
thinking about access. Instead of concentrating on an individual’s impairment,
tourist facilities and destinations should focus on the barriers to access
created by:
I had the chance of doing ATV @ D' Leonor Inland Resort during our Bloggers tour. Eversince, it has always been my dream of riding my own wheels. LoL not the wheelchair ok and finally i got it right here.
I will definitely try this one again next time coz i had so much fun. Good thing that no need for me to use my legs for this extreme sports.
Yes, its very easy to see us driving but once you're there you really have to be careful because i can truly say that this is a dangerous sports.
My VLOG/s will feature places in the country and their accessibility for wheelchair person and to all Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). This is to give awareness to the public that it's already part of the Law which is called The Batas Pambansa Bldg 344. The said accessibility law is a way to enhance the mobility of PWDs by requiring certain buildings, institutions, establishments and public utilities to install facilities and other devices for accessibility. This will promote the realization of the rights of PWDs to participate fully in the social life and the development of the country.
This is my first Video Blog or should I say VLOG. My VLOG/s will feature places in the country and their accessibility for wheelchair person and to all Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). This is to give awareness to the public that it's already part of the Law which is called The Batas Pambansa Bldg 344. The said accessibility law is a way to enhance the mobility of PWDs by requiring certain buildings, institutions, establishments and public utilities to install facilities and other devices for accessibility. This will promote the realization of the rights of PWDs to participate fully in the social life and the development of the country.
Mom, Mother, Mommy, Momma, Mama, Mum, or Ina. Whatever we call them, they're all referring to one and only girl in our lives - our MOTHER. Wikipedia define Mother as a woman who has conceived, given birth to, or raiseda child in the role of a parent.
For me, Mother is a bestfriend, an inspiration, a person that i look up to, my driving force, sometimes my enemy also (LoL), but mostly my comforter. Sabi nga ni Victor Hugo and I quote "A Mother's arms are made of tenderness and children sleep soundly in them". So agree with this 'coz every time I'm sick, instead of calling the doctor very quick, I always call my Mom and ask her to come & visit me here in the city. My Mom is actually in the province together with my father and sister but every time I needed her,she's always there on my side."The heart of a Mother is a deep abyss, at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness" and that is according to Honore de Balzac. Again, I am so agree with this 'coz even if how hard headed I am which lead us both to discuss and argue, still my Mom is there to support me and love me unconditionally.
All of us in the family are not that expressive enough to the extent that we don't say I Love You to each other as often as we could." But, I really admire our relationship 'coz I can really feel how much we love each other. Sabi nga diba, "action speaks louder than words". I know that Mom loves me because of how she took good care of me since birth. I remember the time when I was diagnosed with polio, it was my Mom who was really affected. When I immersed myself into a series of therapies for the hope of recovery, it was my Mom who's there beside me. And I thank her very much for fighting with me and for not giving up.
"Thank you Ma dahil hindi ka sumuko para sakin. Salamat kasi ginawa mo lahat ng makakaya mo para gumaling lang ako.Salamat din dahil hindi mo pinakita sakin na nahihirapan ka,na napapagod ka rin,na nasasaktan ka rin.Thank you Ma."
I thank my Mom also for always supporting my undertakings. For not being so strict and allowing me to be independent and be matured enough. I thank her also for all the financial support. For all the guidance and 'for the love and care especially when the skies are grey. Thank you Ma!!!
M - O - T - H - E - R
M - is for the MILLION things she gave me.
O - is for the OVERJOYED that we have shared.
T - is for the TEARS she shed to save me.
H - is for the HEART of purest gold.
E - is for her EYES with love-light shining.
R - means RIGHT, and RIGHT she will always be.
To all Mothers out there, to my aunties and friends, Happy Happy Mother's Day to all.Thank you for giving us birth and allowing us to see the beauty of ife. Today, tomorrow, & forever we will honor you.
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