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Monday, January 23, 2012

TODAY IS A HOLIDAY JANUARY 23, 2012- CHINESE NEW YEAR



President Aquino declared January 23, 2012 as a special non-working day in the country in celebration of the Chinese New Year.

By virtue of Proclamation No. 295 signed by Executive Secretary Paquito N. Ochoa Jr. on November 24, 2011, the President declared Jan. 23, which falls on a Monday, as a special non-working day in the country to give both Chinese-Filipinos and Filipinos alike the opportunity to celebrate the holiday.

Chinese nationals all over the world celebrate Spring Festival today, January 23, 2012, popularly known as the Chinese New Year.  One of the most revered and festive events celebrated not only in China but also in the Philippines by both Chinese Filipinos and ordinary Filipinos as well. 

The joint celebration is a manifestation of our solidarity with our Chinese-Filipino brethren who have been part of our lives in many respects as a country and as a people according to President Pnoy.


HOW TO SAY HAPPY NEW YEAR IN CHINESE


All dialects of Chinese be it Fookien, Mandarin or Cantonese write these greetings using the same characters, but we will split them up because they're pronounced differently.

Mandarin Chinese:

新年快乐 (xīn nián kuài lè) pronounced as "sheen nyen kway luh" meaning Happy new year! (literally "The new year comes fast!")

恭喜发财 (gōng xǐ fā cái) pronounced as "gong shee fah chai" meaning Wishing you a prosperous new year! (literally "May you have much joy and wealth!")

Cantonese Chinese:

新年快乐 (san nin faai lok) pronounce as "Sun Nin Fy Lok" meaning Happy new year! (literally "The new year comes fast!")

恭喜发财 (gung hei faat choi) pronounce as "gong hey fat choy" meaning Wishing you a prosperous new year! (literally "May you have much joy and wealth!")

Fookien Chinese: 

'Kiong Hee Huat Tsai!' means Wishing you prosperity and good fortune in Hokkien

Let me greet all Chinese all over the world:
Happy New Year!


Shalani Soledad and Pasig City Rep. Roman Romulo's Sunset Wedding Video


"To have and to hold from this day forward, for better or worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish to death do us part."
- Book of Common Prayer
A brief kiss but filled with longing sealed the wedding vows of Valenzuela Councilor Shalani Soledad and Pasig City Rep. Roman Romulo are married in simple and solemn rites at St. Benedict Church at the Ayala Westgrove in Silang Cavite, Sunday, January 22, 2012. 

“I’m very happy that I’ve found you,” Romulo, 44, said during the ceremonial exchange of vows.

“I promise to love you from now on until forever,” Soledad, 31, replied.

Soledad wore a Kate Middleton-inspired off-white romantic gown with a lace bodice, skirt made of 17 layers of soft tulle and off-shoulder neckline with tiny cap sleeves. The bride’s face was shrouded in a thin layer of tulle. The look was simple yet elegant, calling to mind Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton’s lacey wedding gown when she married Prince William of Britain. Shalani chose to show off her arms instead of covering the.  Designer Inno Sotto created the simple, feminine and elegant gown for Shalani Soledad.

Shalani wore a pair of shoes by Lila Almario.

Romulo wore a midnight-blue tuxedo, a white shirt and a gray bow tie by Hugo Boss and a pair of black leather shoes by Louis Vuitton.
The 22 principal sponsors came from the business and political sectors. The Mass lasted over an hour. The 500-seat church was full-packed.

The bride’s mother, Evelyn Soledad Yumol, and uncle Mon Soledad, who looked after the young Shalani while her mother worked overseas, gave the bride away. The bride met her real father only last year.

Soledad was born out of wedlock to banker and businessman Adolfo Aguirre and Evelyn San Ramon, a flight attendant. While her mother worked, the young Soledad grew up with her grandparents, aunt and uncles. Her mother never brought up the subject of her biological father, whom Soledad met only after 30 years.

The wedding invitation, made from an off-white paper material, had an embossed “RS” insignia, which stood for the couple’s initials. 

After waiting for Soledad for 20 minutes, the guests at the church heaved a collective gasp at the sight of the resplendent bride emerging before them for her march.

The simple and solemn wedding ceremony, began at 5:45 p.m.

Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales, Bishop Mylo Hubert Vergara, Rev. Msgr. Bartolome Santos Jr. and Rev. Fr. Isagani Avinante officiated the wedding mass.

The wedding that took months to prepare was soon over. Cardinal Rosales commanded the groom, in jest, to “now take over.” Roman gladly did and planted a kiss on the bride’s waiting lips.

Roman Romulo, son of former Foreign Secretary Alberto Romulo and Rosie Lovely Tecson-Romulo, arrived at 5:15 p.m. Soledad came minutes later in a white S-Class Mercedes-Benz.

The principal sponsors were: 
  1. Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario and Gretchen del Rosario
  2. PLDT-Smart-TV 5 chair Manuel V. Pangilinan and Norma Ona
  3. Sen. Panfilo Lacson and Corazon Ong
  4. Emilio Yap and former Las Piñas Rep. Cynthia Villar
  5. Ambassador Antonio Cabangon-Chua and Betty Chua
  6. San Miguel Corp. president Ramon Ang and Bettina Aboitiz
  7. Roberto del Rosario and Elizabeth Gan-Go
  8. James Sy Gaisano and Lily Lee
  9. Felix Tuikinhoy Jr. and Maria Jessica Bautista
  10. Manuel Dy and Natividad Cheng
  11. Bench founder Ben Chan and Janet Napoles.
Romulo’s best friend, J. Antonio Cabangon, was the best man while Joy Marie Castellvi was the matron of honor.
    Romulo’s groomsmen were his brother Erwin, Davao del Norte Rep. Antonio Lagdameo, Ilocos Norte Rep. Rodolfo Fariñas, George Rafael Lorenzana and Dante Soliven.

    Soledad’s bridesmaids were Catherine May Hervas, Annaliza Jacinto, Ma. Lourdes Romero, Monica Garcia and Diamond Villar.

    The entourage consisted of 21 flowers girls. 

    Broadcaster Karen Davila and Leyte Rep. Lucy Torres-Gomez, wife of actor Richard Gomez, were gospel readers at the Mass.

    Sunday’s reception was held at Evolving Center Dockside of the nearby Nuvali,  in Sta. Rosa.

    In lieu of gifts, Soledad and Romulo had asked their guests to donate to the victims of the deadly Tropical Storm “Sendong.”

    Roman Romulo and Shalani Soledad Wedding Video source: @24 oras


    Katy Perry kisses, former PBB Teen Housemate, Ivan Dorschner


    Katy Perry kisses, former PBB Teen Housemate, Ivan Dorschner during her Manila Concert last night, January 22, 2012.


    Sunday, January 22, 2012

    GREENHILLS SAN JUAN METRO MANILA: LIBATIONS BAR GRAND LAUNCH AT G STRIP


    GREENHILLS SAN JUAN METRO MANILA: LIBATIONS BAR GRAND LAUNCH AT G STRIP 
    Good News to all gimikeros and gimikeras out there! Libations is now open at the 2nd level of G Strip Greenhills Shopping Center San Juan, Metro Manila.

     
    LIBATIONS is a drink lounge that started as a harmless idea between peers and is now a newly set-up establishment with an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere that brings together great music, good people, inspired food and handpicked quality beverages. LIBATIONS was inspired by the latin style of drinking that involved a more personal and laid back feel. The term itself originates from the latin word libare, that refers to the act of pouring as an offering. The term evolved and began to be known as the act of drinking intoxicating beverage, often ceremoniously (as to a deity or a god).
    One unique feature that would leave you in a positive mood is the establishment’s long bar, which appears to be the centerpiece of the whole venue.The long bar was designed as such so as to provide more comfort to the customers. This said design enables people to be able to easily access the bar or comfortably engage in a conversation with others.

    LIBATIONS goal is for everyone and anyone that enters their doors, to be treated as gods.
    LIBATIONS are the first ones in the Manila night life scene to introduce the negative-ion bulbs. These revolutionary light bulbs uses technology that is able to remove positive ions, which are responsible in making us feel tired, irritable and depressed, and generally make the air cleaner. In the simplest way, this ionic technology is able to remove smoke and odors in just minutes.
    The interiors of the lounge is designed by Nikki Laurel, they were able to introduce elements of rustic and sophisticated design.
    You could sit here with your friends if you want more privacy.
    They're the first bar who uses negative ion bulbs to reduce the smell of smoke.

    Unlike other bars, LIBATIONS is a place where it is possible to engage in intimate or group conversations void of the typical deafening night club music.
    A nice place to chill out and party with your friends. Like James Yap and his buddy. 
    The selection of imported wine and beer along with their signature cocktail drinks namely Libations and Volcano turns this drink lounge into a place like no other.
    The bar list has been carefully selected with expertise, taste and strict control to provide customers with the finest quality at the most affordable prices. It has a wide-array of selection of imported wine and beer
    Libations signature cocktail drinks named Volcano.
    Aside from their superb drink list, LIBATIONS is also home of the special pica-pica such as the crowd favorite sisig and their sausage platter, with a flavor unlike any other. The Bulacan-hailed Elmer also makes available a variety of chicharon from his side of Luzon.


     


    For Franchise Inquiries  look for Mr. Elmer Nicolas cellphone number 09176343699.
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    Duty Free Sale from January 22 to February 29, 2012.




    Details
    • Duty Free Philippines Fiestamall Sale is from January 22 to February 29, 2012. 
    • $ 1 = PhP 43.3013
    • Up to 50% Sale on Fashion & Watches, 30% on Toys and Housewares and 20% on Jewelries.
    • JVC LCD 32” only at $299.
    • Bose SoundDock Limited Edition only at $299.
    • For a minimum purchase of $300 of regular priced Beauty & Fashion walk items get a chance to win designer watches.

    Chinese New Year Activities
    • Until February 29, 2012 -   Chinese delicacies Exhibit
    • January 23-24, 2012     -    Lion/Dragon Dance
    • January 24, 2012           -    Blessing of Fiestamall stores by Feng Shui expert Master Joseph Chau
    • January 22,23,29, 2012-    Free Feng Shui consultation and fortune telling by Tony Suvega
     
     


    Saturday, January 21, 2012

    The Best of the Anti-SOPA and Anti-PIPA Media


    I've gathered some videos that better explain SOPA ( Stop Online Piracy Act) and it’s creepy little brother, PIPA (Protect IP Act). 
      
    So we can understand the House and Senate bills better and so that we can all be prepared when the SOPA and PIPA when it pop up again. SOPA isn’t dead, it’s just being retooled for another run. PIPA is still alive as well.

    SOPA has been shelved and PIPA has lost a lot of friends.

    Let's hope that those who make these deals know that everyone is watching and we will do something about it. 





    PROTECT IP / SOPA Breaks The Internet from Fight for the Future on Vimeo.


    Jinkee Pacquiao confirms Manny Pacquiao's fight vs. Floyd Mayweather


    Good News Fellow boxing enthusiast! The much-awaited dream fight featuring the world’s best pound-for-pound boxing champions Manny Pacquiao and undefeated American boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. appears to be certain this year. 

    The fight will take place on June 5 according to Jinkee Pacquiao,  wife of Manny Pacquaio and will likely generate one of the biggest purses and television audiences in boxing history. 

    In a 24Oras interview by Nelson Canlas, Jinkee said her husband personally confirmed the news to her adding that the fight may take place on either May 5 or June 5, 2012. But most probably it will be on June 5, 2012.


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