PROUDLY PINOY

As one song goes, " Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year".It's the perfect time to bond with our family and friends, but celebrating it far from your family causing it to be a lonely and cold Christmas.
To be outdated with the news makes you disjointed the occurred events locally and globally.This is the disadvantage of having no TV and radio.I just found out earlier or so that JOllibee offered newspaper freely to every breakfast time with side orders apart from the Jolly Value Meal.
I got 3 bundles of Phil.Star collections from my frequent breakfast at Jollibee and planning of constituting a habit.My early tutorials at 7 in the morning induced my propensity to eat at Jollibee at 6 before I proceeded to my class.
Reading newspaper gives you a lot of ideas what to write and that's where I got this picture of what I'm going to post now.
Funfare column of Ricky Lo had featured a young Pinay singer Charice Pempengco who made wows to the Koreans with her belting voice in a korean tv show.I searched her name at Youtube immediately as she was truly performed well that filled the korean judges with bewilderment and sudden great wonder.

(Charice on her winning form at a Korean TV show)
a.("Check Youtube to see Charice performed at a certain Korean TV Show")
b.Click here to see Charice featured at Ellen DeGeneres Show
The young gal hails from Laguna and started to sing at early age of 4 which joined several singing contest.She got discovered by a researcher of Ellen DeGeneres and invited Charice to be her guest.
Philippine Star,Funfare (column of Ricky Lo) dated December 26,another Pinoy had made it international humbly started as a lead singer of a local band ZOO, has been chosen as lead vocalist of the 80's US band Journey.
Yes, you read it from here that the person Arnel Pineda caught the JOurney's attention via the Youtube singing Journey hits.

(here Arnel in the middle with the Journey members)
Journey was among my fave bands in the 80's with their famous hits; Ever Since the World Began; Faithfully; Open Arms; to name a few.
To my disbelief, I searched Arnel's name at Youtube which was I myself had astonished to believe how he gave justice and holds the songs with his voice by heart.Arnel was personally invited by Journey to audition for the band in San Francisco, but Arnel Pineda got the attention of the band because of the exact spot of notes that made Steve Perry famous.
The band which is said to have not fully recovered from the resignation of its vocalist Steve Perry in 1987, but returned for a short reunion in 1996, and then another vocalist who replaced Steve,Jeff Scott left the band only last June.
Auditioning for JOurney's openly unfold to full width not only in tv but online.Die hard fans of the band, aren't happy with the decision.Some have had unrefined comments offensively with a taste of straight racism evenly putting down Arnel.
"Journey is supposed to be an all American band & move to outsourcing the job cheaper Asian labor"
(source:Journeyforums.com)
Despite of that unsophisticated criticism, Charice and Arnel makes me feel very proud.Good comments from other countries that have had seen the performance of our proud Pinoys on the popular video sharing YouTube, boast the morale of every Filipinos that we truly a world class performers.
Check Youtube how Arnel proved his worth to be the vocalist of Journey....

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE

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Without a doubt, Christmas is probably one of the most celebrated holidays there is. Planning parties, decorating the house, making and wrapping presents, keeping secrets ...tis definitely "the season to be jolly!"
It is also the season of great anticipation and intoxicating expectation, of happiness and joy, of warmth and togetherness, of sharing and giving.
I would like to give my heartfelt thanks to "YOU," all my wonderful and special friends,fellow bloggers and passersby who have visited my blog pages throughout the year and have brought so much joy and warmth back to me with all your wonderful and thoughful messages.I really want you to know that I truly appreciate the difference you have all made in my life. Each and every one of you have been a true blessing bestowed upon me and I do love you all!
I wish for you, my dear friends, all the good things of the season to treasure and enjoy.I also wish for you the time to spend with those who mean the most to you, and wishing you many heartfelt memories to keep close to you when the season is past. But most of all, I wish you peace, joy, and happiness to warm your hearts, now and all through the coming year.
I have tried to include Christmas poem made by Penny Parker that will bring enjoyment for ALL.

I Said A Christmas Prayer For You

I said a Christmas Prayer for you
Because the season's near.
I didn't ask for riches
But for gifts so much more dear.


Praying


I asked for joyful gatherings
With your family all round,
And for carols to inspire you
With their old familiar sound.


Praying


I asked for quiet moments
In your heart on Christmas morn,
For a special time to celebrate
The Savior who was born.


Praying


I asked for friends to send their best
That you might know they care;
I asked for peace and love and hope,
And I know God heard my prayer.

~ Author Unknown ~

(source:Penny Parker)

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LONG-TERM HEALTH BENEFITS

(www7.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0511/feature1/)

Let me filled my blog with life-longevity or long-term health benefits this time.Obviously, the previous entry I posted tackled relatively about vegetarianism.
I'm not only telling why I am seriously determined of advocating the eating of only vegetable foods,but promoting it at the same time.
We all want to live longer healthy, the longer we stay off to meats, the more health benefits our body will experience.
Act of observing was the first thing I did to a group of health-conscious people,they envisioned another source of protien out of animal ingredients is cheaper and healthful.Your ample budget won't be affected that much if vegetables is the first consumption to consume.

"As cost of meat and chicken increased and people got affected with cardiovascular diseases and cancer, Doctors and health conscious people saw the healthful, positive advantage of vegetarian foods.After all, the original diet God gave man never included flesh food."
(source:Country Vegefoods,Inc.)

The National Geographic magazine sometimes features the "Secrets of Long Life" by visiting those centenarians who are still living at the age beyond 100.
Some of them were from Japan,USA (an SDA),and Sardinia.If you wish them to read and watch the video, just visit the website of National Geographic online
Try to read what was the reaction of an Expedionist about these vegetarian people:
"World Renowned Expeditionist to Speak on Secrets of Long Life
The secrets to living a longer, healthier life will be in the spotlight when expeditionist Dan Buettner speaks at Science Night, an annual event hosted by the Cambridge Campus science faculty of Anoka-Ramsey Community College. The free event will be held in the Cambridge Campus Center Food Court on Tuesday, Feb. 7, beginning at 7 p.m.
A pioneer in both exploration and education, Buettner recently led expeditions to the world’s longevity hotspots, called “Blue Zones.” On assignment for National Geographic Magazine and in collaboration with the National Institute on Aging, Buettner used his travels to study diet and lifestyle and create a blueprint for living longer. His presentation will blend adventure, science and wisdom as he delivers secrets of longevity and ways to feel younger and reduce health care costs.
Buettner’s article on the secrets of longevity appeared in the November 2005 cover story of National Geographic.
Buettner, a resident of St. Paul, Minn., has previously logged thousands of miles on educational expeditions. In addition, he has created the innovative adventure learning program known as Quest Network. This online program has enabled online explorers to direct Buettner and a traveling team of experts as they unravel such mysteries as the collapse of the ancient Maya civilization and the fall of the Anasazi in North America. The Washington Post have called his quests “the most successful experiment in interactive education to date.”
An avid cyclist, Buettner has also set several Guinness World Records for long-distance cycling. Among his cycling accomplishments, he has led a team of cyclists on a 15,500-mile ride from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to Tiera del Fuego, Argentina, as well as a 12,888-mile trek that went through the Soviet Union while it was still in existence."
(www.anokaramsey.mnscu.edu/news/story_232.cfm)

Aside from extending our age beyond the cut-off of mans' life, the other secret is applying the NEWSTART.
NEWSTART stands for:
N-nutrition
E-xercise
W-ater
S-unlight
T-emperance
A-ir
R-est
T-rust in the Lord
My church (SDA) is practicing this virtue in order to stay longer,healthy and prosperous.Why don't you try them at home...
Another Seventh Day Adventist,from Loma Linda California says:
"Tired of rushing in the mornings, mom Kim Rawson, at right, a Seventh-day Adventist in California, found a way to slow down the day for her family. When morning comes, they gather to pray, which studies indicate may help extend life. "Some days we just pray for the boys to get along," she says."

(source:www.hopevideo.com)


(source:www.thecentenarian.com)

THINK GREEN,THINK VEGETARIAN

Ever thought of going on a vegetarian diet? I did,settling to be vegetarian wasn't a plan but I was being encouraged and influenced by people who are preferring to eat vegetables rather to meat..I have circle of professional friends who are pure vegan.
It's been 7 years now that I am observing the vegetarian habit and even embracing the rules that everything should be vegetables alone,no milk,dairy cream,no candies,junk foods,and everything that is not healthy foods.
However,deciding to be vegetarian isn't easy...I was struggling so hard and got sick for awhile and controlling oneself with disciplining that I am a vegetarian now.
Why go veggie? a vegetarian diet is healthy because vegetarians consume no animal fat and less cholesterol.Instead,they consume more fiber and more antioxidants.
Aside from that,being vegetarian is a disease free..so it's safe to say that going on a vegetarian diet will keep you out of harm's way.

There are categories that you can select what level of vegetarianism you wish to observe:
1.Lacto Vege: Eats dairy products and plant-based foods but doesn't eat meat,poultry,fish, and eggs.
2.Lacto-Ovo Vege: Eats dairy products (milk,cheese), eggs, and all plant-based foods( vegetables,grains,fruits)
3.Ovo Vege: Eats eggs and plant-based foods, but not dairy products.
4.Vegan or Pure Vegetarian: Eats only plant-based foods.
5.Pesco Vege: Eats fish,eggs and dairy products, but eliminated meats such as: beef,pork,chicken,etc)plant-based foods.
(Source: http://candymag.com/bodybuzz )

I am practically a Pesco-Vegetarian,and is still on the process of eliminating fish and eggs and dairy products moderately.
Sometimes invitations like occasional parties where foods that you avoided to eat are the usual array being served.
Combatting yourself mentally as to whether you eat or not is a hard to do,there's this fighting of emotions and the mental thing. Oftentimes, to avoid any possible hard feelings towards the host, I reluctantly grace the occasion and taste a little of meat..but I learned from vegetarian friends that its better to tell the host honestly before the occasion came that you are a vegetarian,if the host insist and preparations of vege foods is openly to serve for you alone,then join the party and savor the vege foods that is served intended for you.


(Source: www.iit.edu )


Even celebrities have gone promoting of Vegetarianism globally..and among them is Sohie Monk,to name a few.
Australian pop singing sensation and actor Sophie Monk is as compassionate as she is beautiful. That's why she jumped at the opportunity to speak up for animals by shedding her clothes and posing nude in a bed of chili peppers alongside the tagline "Spice Up Your Life—Go Vegetarian" in one of PETA's sexiest vegetarian PSAs to date.
(Source: www.goveg.com)


(Source: www.vegetarian-nutrition.info )

Additional Info to encourage everyone to practice Vegetarianism:


A Southampton University team found that those who were vegetarian by 30 had recorded five IQ points more on average at the age of 10. Men who were vegetarian had an IQ score of 106, compared with 101 for non-vegetarians; while female vegetarians averaged 104, compared with 99 for non-vegetarians. Make sense that people with high IQ tend to rationalize, think and act more than those with a low number, so here is the question: do people become vegetarian because of their high IQ, or because this “high” intelligence make them aware of health issues? What was first, the chicken, or the egg?
(Source: www.benettontalk.com/2006/12/vegetarian_iq.html )

Where Can You Eat Vegetarian Dishes?
Visit these veggie-friendly spots:
Chimaro Neo-Vegan Cafe' - Greenbelt 3
Hue Vietnamese Restaurant- Greenbelt 3
Bodhi - SM Megamall,SM Makati,SM Fairview, Madison Square, San Jaun
Healthy Options - Rustan's Market

SDA and Jesus Latter Day Saints are among the religions in the world that promotes vegetarianism...Biblically speaking, the Lord wants us to observe the "Back to Eden" practices which was done by our great grandparents Adam & Eve.
Eating vegetables is a one way of transforming our lives physically as we are taking care of them.

A COLD LONELY CHRISTMAS

Christmas is the longest celebration of the year.It's the fave holiday of all and the most joyous one than birthdays.
Different decorations and lights colored everywhere..the luminous and vibrant colors combine brings the stillness of the night.Various songs of Christmas can be heard being played in the radio,which a lullaby to ears.
Giving gifts is the customary being practice by everyone.Wind blows touches with a sensation of cold; Christmas carols serenaded us a dampening of excitement as we gratify the yuletide season with whims.
Sumptuous foods in different array are highly pronounced,filling our gluttony with satisfaction.Exchanging cards among friends, lovers, and families symbolizes unity that Christmas is truly in our hearts.
Being away from family for 13 long years is a disheartening cold lonely Christmas.Blows of solitary clouded my heart of emotions that celebrating the holiday which abstractedly far from my parent is already such as occurs in the ordinary course of events,notwithstanding,still the essence of the season turns to be pensive with a sober reflection as melancholic tears fell down, at whatever time countenance of my parent's come into view.
Amusing myself is the remedy that comes to mind,rescuing the yearning wish of my heart squanderedly passing the time of wandering around as it slowly subsided.
My parents is the best propeller of inspirations why I forcibly surviving in this sphere against the collosal waves of hardship and mishaps in life.
Another reason for this Christmas is reuniting our relative from a great distance.Spending it with them this yuletide is a hope to meet.I'll be in Olongapo city my second home for Christmas,once more rekindling my childhood memories.
Passersby, fellow bloggers, friends and regular readers of my blog ...Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.

MEN OF STYLE

Fashion defines as the prevailing style or mode,specially in dress.During the old times, fashion was purposely intended for women or ladies which they can freely expressed themselves what to wear according to the custom practice by the society.
They can style and put everything fashionably-head over heels, as long as they'll look unlike and differently above the rest.As time went by, man became educated and increase in knowledge, the outlook in life become profoundly broaden yet a bit stereotyped.The mode of dressing was gradually changing and even applies to men after all.
Men who dressed too much was considered "gay" during the old times, but today men are even competing with women to style.Guys who usually vain or conscious about thier looks are the common trendsetter that refused to stay outdoors unless they are able to fix themselves.Ladies practically attracted to men who knows how to carry themselves,neatly plainlooking.
Following the fad is also basing the personality...Choosing the colors and blending them is a factor of distinctively form of expression.I love to mix and match in a different angle, but it is also logically basis of the tone of your skin color.
I have list of guys whom I look up to when it comes to style and fondly mimicking them..regardless of the brand,I always find colors and style of their dresses from malls down to ukay-ukayan...

1.Uttsada


Utts is an MTV VJ, at his age right now(we're at the same age)he doesn't look old nor matured enough to be at his age..aside from that I like the way he balance his mode in dressing that made him look fresh and young...wish I could follow that and maintain the baby-look just as what he did.

2.David Beckham


Everyone recognized him..David is an epitome of a metamorphosis to every males who look up to him as a fashion icon...The world knows his style and expensive brands that describe his taste in fashion.He is one of the most photograph men of all and the branded man.

3.Lenny Kravitz


Lenny Kravits is among I adore most in terms of style..He never runs out of style and idea and plainly choose the best clothes that truly fits his taste.

4.Aaron Kwok


Among Asian men..Aaron Kwok is included in the list..I don't know him that much nor had the chance to watch his movie but pictures are enough to prove that he knows to the proper clothes to wear occasionally and privately...a very decent look and perfectly classy.

5.Tim Yap


At top five our very own Tim Yap..an eventologist or event organizer who is considered a chameleon because of his different style and taste of dressing..everybody finds him annoying and even called him monicker..but for me he is a man of style and very creative of combining colors that made him totally a fashionista in the century...

6.Tyson Beckford


The last on my list was..Tyson Beckford..the former Calvin Klein undies model..this Black Model brought so much justice to those Black American who wish to enter the world of fashion..his style is very manly and expressively strong attractive.

Well, I have no other on the list aside this 6 persons...I am admiring these people how they updated themselves on fashion.I considerably myself a worst social climber but following their styles isn't a crime as long as you aren't out of the circulation enough that you won't be the cause of laughter.I really dream of becoming like them..just in mode of dressing only.
I don't follow the trend just to capture attention but to indulge and reward myself...having your favorites I think is not a crime but persons' you idolized of how the way they dressed.
Occasionally, dressing-up is important according to the juncture of events like going to church;I like how Aaron Kwok match his self to the classy type of clothing which is decent and formal.
Sometimes or most of the times,David Beckham the gazelle of elegance yet,retrospective that made him the sought image model of every commercials..
On parties,Tim Yap and VJ Utts are the icons that I worship to follow..I like their fresh looking and combining of different colors.
Tyson style is a perfect fit for everyday and usual days occasion with his country looking....Lenny Kravitz this black rock enroll singer is a mix and match of elegance yet,casual...its a paradigm for malling and dating in style..