BDO AND SM SUPERMALLS CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WITH OFWs

SM, BDO Fete Families of OFWs with Pamaskong Handog 2022               

A full-service universal bank BDO and SM Supermalls are once again bringing a one-of-its-kind, fun Christmas celebration to overseas Filipinos and their families with Pamaskong Handog events happening in SM City Santa Rosa on December 3, SM City Iloilo on December 10, and SM CDO Downtown. Premiere on December 17 at 2 P.M.

Massive prizes, entertainment, and bonding moments await the OFWs and their beneficiaries at the Pamaskong Handog 2022 with the theme Kita-Kits Muli sa SM". Never miss out on the special performance of BDO Remit endorser Piolo Pascual and comedians MC & Lassy who will be hosting all three events. For added fun and humor, comedians Ate Gay and Regina will be performing in SM City Sta. Rosa and SM City Iloilo, while Divine Tetay and Tonton Soriano will be at the SM CDO Downtown Premiere.

Aside from celebrity shows, SM affiliates will give away exclusive deals and discounts for Kabayan Savings account holders. Discounts are available every day at SM throughout December. Avail Miniso’s Php300 discount on Mondays; Php500 off at the SM Stores on Tuesdays; 10% off at Surplus Shop on Wednesdays; and on Thursdays, SM Supermarket, SM Hypermarket, and SM Savemore will be giving cheese balls for free! There is also a Php500 off discount from the Baby Company which started last November 15 and will run until December 31.

As a special holiday gift, BDO is offering a special promo for overseas Filipinos and their beneficiaries. They can get up to PHP20,000 waived fees on Home Loan and PHP30,000 waived fees for Auto loans. Also, participants in the events get a chance to win PHP1M worth of insurance coverage from BDO Life, cash prizes, and freebies from BDO Cash, as well as special gifts from BDO Network Bank.

BDO and partner sponsors, Western Union and WorldRemit; will also have bingo, games, and a raffle for the participants.  Plus, BDO will provide financial tips on savings and investments to help overseas Filipinos plan their futures as part of this year’s Pamaskong Handog. To join the Pamaskong Handog event, BDO Kabayan Savings account holders plus one (1) companion each just need to present their ATM card or passbook.

Overseas Filipinos may join the fun by watching the live streaming of the Pamaskong Handog events on the BDO Kabayan Facebook page with a special viewing inside BDO Remit and BDO Unibank offices in Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, France, and the United Arab Emirates.

There’s going to be a ton of fun as balikbayans and their families get to celebrate the holidays again at SM. Since 2012, Pamaskong Handog provided entertainment and gifts for overseas Filipino and their beneficiaries. And although the celebration has gone virtual due to the pandemic, BDO, and SM didn’t stop spreading happiness during the most wonderful time of the year.

For more details on Pamaskong Handog events or #SparklingSMallidays activities, visit www.smsupermalls.com/, www.bdo.com.ph, or BDO Kabayan Facebook page. (VerGarciaBlogs)

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BLOGGING 101- SIMPLE CONVERSATIONS PATTERN TO HASTEN MEMORIES IN AN EVENT OR PARTY

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SIMPLE CONVERSATION AND DIALOGUE AT THE PARTY. QUESTION AND ANSWER EXERCISES PATTERN THAT WILL HELP SHARPEN YOUR MIND

Dialogue at the Party... PLEASE ANSWER THE EXERCISES BELOW:

Rose: What horrible weather we have today. I'd love to go out, but I think it will just continue raining.

Ayen: Oh, I don't know. Perhaps the sun will come out later this afternoon.

Rose: I hope you're right. Listen, I'm going to have a party this Saturday. Would you like to come?

Ayen: Oh, I'd love to come. Thank you for inviting me. Who's going to come to the party?

Rose: Well, a number of people haven't told me yet. But, Juan and Manny the boxers are going to help out with the cooking!

Ayen: Hey, I'll help you too!

Rose: Would you? That would be great!

Ayen: I'll make spaghetti!

Rose: That sounds delicious! I know my Italian cousins are going to be there. I'm sure they'll love it.

Ayen: Italians? Maybe I'll bake a cake...

Rose: No, no. They're not like that. They'll love it.

Ayen: Well, if you say so... Is there going to be a theme for the party?

Rose: No, I don't think so. Just a chance to get together and have fun.

Ayen: I'm sure it'll be lots of fun.

Rose: But I'm going to hire a clown!

Ayen: A clown! You're kidding me.

Rose: No, no. As I child, I always wanted to have a clown with matching balloon decors. Now, I'm going to have both at my own party.

Ayen: I'm sure everyone will have a good laugh.

Rose: That's the plan!

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Simple Follow-up Questions:

1. What do they think about the weather?

2. What does Rose have to share?

3. What are Juan and Manny the boxers going to do?

4. What does Ayen offer to do?

5. How does Ayen react to the news about the Italian cousins?

6. What special plan is there?

7. Why does Rose want a clown with the balloon?

8. Does Rose know exactly how many people are going to come? If yes, how many. If not, why not?

9. How does Ayen think people will react to the clown?

10. Is there a theme for the party?

To all members of the Bloggers Association of the Philippines and readers:

I would appreciate it very much if readers will answer these simple follow-up queries to tickle your mind. If you think this article will help. Please like and comment down below. Happy reading!

Yours truly,

Ver Garcia / Admin.

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NAYONG PILIPINO FOUNDATION CELEBRATES THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH EXHIBITS AND FANFARE

Nayong Pilipino 50th Anniversary Exhibit Registered More Than 10k Visitors                        NFP Executive Director Gertie Duran-Batocabe during the opening reception of the exhibit.

 MANILA – The Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF) 50th-anniversary exhibit, entitled “KALOOBAN" has welcomed over 10,000 guests during its two-week run at the IVC Teatro, Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila, according to the data from the Marketing and Operations of the NPF.

The exhibit held recently featured a rich collection of ethnographic artifacts from various ethnolinguistic groups, from textiles, personal ornaments, ritual items, hunting and warfare, and domestic objects, which the Foundation has treasured and cared for in the last five decades.

According to NPF Executive Director Gertie Duran-Batocabe, the exhibition was the celebration of the Filipino values of “malasakit” and “malikhain” as spotlights the unique and skilled craftsmanship of indigenous groups from different “Nayon” in the country. 

“This exhibit, a representation of the NPF’s vast collection of more than 3,000 heritage pieces, comes at a most auspicious time as we stand at the crossroads where old and historical facts struggle to be relevant amidst an ever-dynamic world,” she said. 

“The founding of the Nayong Pilipino Foundation fifty years ago was carved on this same cornerstone and is ultimately driven by its mission to “celebrate cultural heritage, Filipino diversity, and creativity as a social and economic force for national development,” she added.

This exhibit has played a critical role in developing and engaging the general public’s understanding, appreciation, and commitment to the safeguarding and dissemination of history, culture, and the legacies of our forebears. It also encouraged the public to come together to conserve and protect our country’s rich colonial heritage.

The NPF, an attached agency of the Department of Tourism (DOT) was founded under Presidential Decree no. 37s. 1972, signed by former President Ferdinand E. Marcos, Sr., which is primarily mandated to promote, espouse, and initiate research and development projects on social sciences, humanities, and other related fields. 

Aside from the exhibit, the agency is set to conduct its 2nd Research Summit on November 22-24, 2022 with the theme “Kultura para sa Likas-Kayang Pag-unlad”. The summit which will be held at the National Library of the Philippines will zero in on the critical importance of culture in driving sustainable and inclusive governance at both local and national levels.

The agency is also hosting a symbolic tree planting activity with the National Parks Development Committee on November 29, 2022, at the NPF property in the Entertainment City, Parañaque.

Meanwhile, to promote cycling tourism in Metro Manila, the agency is set to bare the NPF Bike Trail that will transverse from NPF Property and nearby areas in Parañaque City, in partnership with DOT-NCR and the City Government of Parañaque on December 4, 2022. (VerGarciaBlogs)

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BLOGGING 101 -POINTERS FOR COMPOSING AN EFFECTIVE SENTENCE PATTERN

SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUBJECT AND VERB AGREEMENT

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Subject and Verb Agreement:

Teacher: Virginia Bautista

1. When the subject of a sentence is composed of two or more nouns or pronouns connected by AND, use a Plural verb.

Ex. Beth and Wilma are sisters.

2. When two or more singular nouns or pronouns are connected by OR or NOR, use a Singular verb.

Ex. The bad weather or flood is the reason for the suspension of classes.

3. A compound subject containing both a singular and a plural noun or pronoun, or pronoun joined by OR or NOR, the verb should agree with the nearest subject.

ex. A cup of coffee or slices of bread anybody not what Cynthia wants for snacks.

4. Do not be misled by a phrase that comes between the subject and the verb. The verb agrees with the subject, not with a noun or pronoun in the phrase.

Ex. None of the applicants is certain to be hired for the position.

5. The words each, each one, either, neither, everyone, everybody, anyone, nobody, somebody, someone, and no one are singular and require a singular verb.

Ex. Neither of the boys is coming with us.

Everyone enjoys the dinner.

6. Nouns such as civics, mathematics, dollars, measles, and news require singular verbs.

Ex. The news does not sound interesting.

Mathematics requires deep analysis.

7. Time, distance, and money require a singular form of the verb.

Ex. Five hundred pesos is not enough for me to buy grocery items in the mall.

8. In sentences beginning with 'there is or there are', the subject follows the verb. Since 'there is not the subject, the verb agrees with what follows.

Ex. There are many questions raised about the new invention.

9. Collective nouns are words that imply more than one person but are considered singular and take a singular verb, such as group, team, committee, class, and family.

Ex. The red team is always winning.

The committee formulates new guidelines for the department.

10. Sometimes modifiers will get between a subject and its verb, but these modifiers must not confuse the agreement between the subject and its verb.

Ex. The seminar which aims to strengthen the work ethics of the employees; is scheduled this morning.

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11. Fractional Expressions such as half of, a part of, a percentage of, or a majority of are sometimes singular and sometimes plural, depending on the meaning.

Ex. Half of the students are attending the seminar.

12. The relative pronouns (who, whom, which and that) are either singular or plural, depending on the words they refer to.

Ex. The UP contestants are students who perform well in the singing competition.

13. The phrase A Number always takes a plural form of the verb and The Number requires a singular form of the verb.

Ex. A number of the participants come from the National Capital Region.

14. Adjectives used as nouns always take a plural form of the verb.

Ex. Only the strong survive.

15. Some subjects with AND may be considered as one. In such cases, the verb is singular.

Ex. Bread and butter is a common breakfast for Filipinos.

16. In subjects with EITHER OR or NEITHER NOR, the verb should agree with the nearest subject.

Ex. Neither the students nor the teacher knows that the classes are suspended tomorrow.

17. Proper nouns including titles of books, movies, plays, films, and operas are generally considered singular even if they are in plural form.

Ex. Romeo and Juliet is one of my favorite plays.

18. The word All should not create confusion. Just remember that if the noun that "All" modifies is non-countable, then the verb to be used is singular. But, if "All" modifies a count noun which is in plural form, then the verb must agree with the subject.

Ex. All Filipino physicians go to the USA to practice their profession.

All of my life is spent loving you.

19. Phrases and clauses that function as a subject usually require a singular form of the verb.

Ex. Texting while driving is a dangerous thing to do.

20. Don't forget that the verb agrees with the subject noun, never with the predicate noun.

Ex. Joanne's expensive books are a valuable asset. (VerGarciaBlogs)

If you think this article helps in any way. Please make comment below.

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POINTERS IN CREATING A SIMPLE ARTICLE...

HOW TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE ARTICLE The Happiest Koi Done with Bare Palm Painting

By: Speech Club International

An effective article should incorporate a concise and simple style of writing to convey the subject matter clearly to the reader. It is one that creates a vivid impression and explains the message in easy-to-understand language. It also entails the use of correct grammar and appropriate tenses. One should avoid the use of unclear vocabulary and long sentences that might confuse the reader.

A good article mainly employs the active voice to give the text immediacy. The active voice also creates engaging content that tends to have a conversational tone. It reveals the writer as informed and an authority on the subject. Due to the relative length of the story, this kind of treatment should have the power and quality to grip the mind of the reader to the very last line. Its ease tends to point to the reader that what they are reading is reliable and well researched and hence educative.

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A comprehensive article is one that uses a minimal number of paragraphs depending on its overall length. This means that the theme being treated should be divided into several paragraphs that relate to the whole. A good paragraph should be based on a thematic and topical approach to the main topic. Each paragraph should be a development of an idea in a logical stream that the reader can be able to follow easily. To achieve the effect, it deals with one idea at a time.

One should also use a relevant title that reflects in one short phrase the whole meaning of the story. It acts as a lead to the topic. For a title to be an effective cap for an article it should contain a keyword that is used inside the story most often. This enables the reader to keep revisiting the topic as they make out the story as it develops. A good article uses the last paragraph as a summary. It creates a vivid understanding of what one has just read in the preceding sentences. (VerGarciaBlogs)

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GODEL'S CHOCOLATE PRODUCTS FROM THE PHILIPPINES ARE MADE FROM THE BEST CACAO VARIETIES AND UNDERGOING A RIGID PROCESS

GODEL'S Chocolate Factory and Shop Tour. What a Treat!! By Cielo Enriquez - Chocolate Lovers

FOOD AND LIFESTYLE BLOGGERS POSED FOR A SOUVENIR PHOTO AT THE GODEL CHOCOLATE FACTORY. IN THIS PHOTO, BLOGGERS TEDDY CHO, NICOLE PALER, CATHA BUTI-UY, JAN CHRYSSTINE ROBIEGO, AND CIELO ENRIQUEZ.

GODEL'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOUR. TO ALL CHOCOLATE LOVERS! NOW, LET'S DISCUSS ALL THINGS ABOUT CHOCOLATE. NOW MORE ABOUT GODEL AND HOW SMOOTH CHOCOLATES ARE MADE FROM BEAN TO BAR.

GODEL's Chocolate Products are made from Excellent Cacao and it goes thru a tedious process.

The company observes a high standard of safety measures to ensure that; GODEL's Chocolate products have impeccable quality

I tried their chocolate drink. It can be enjoyed hot or iced. I drank it with ice. It is rich and refreshing. My husband tried both iced and hot. He said he enjoyed it both ways.

The chocolate bars are smooth and flavorful. It can be recommended to weight watchers and diabetics because; it is not too sweet.

We also tried their desserts. It's sooo Yummy!! The Caramel Chocolate Cake and The Chocolate Tea Jelly. The Staff is, friendly, courteous, and truly knowledgeable of their products and services. They clearly and confidently conveyed, how GODEL's Chocolates are made.

As a member of The Bloggers Association of the Philippines and as a Social Media Campaign Manager of the Positive and Wholesome Teleradio Program; Pilipinas, Ngayon Na.

Such a visit was productive. And I had so much fun!

I remember, when I watched the movie, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, I dreamed of being transported to a chocolate paradise. Being able to experience creating my own chocolate treat, and meeting my fellow members of the Bloggers Association of The Philippines added to the beautiful experience.

GALLERY OF MY CHOCOLATE TOUR PHOTOS IN ACTION.

 

SEASONS GREETINGS. For your Christmas and New Years ' Gift... Think of Godel Chocolate. The Best Gift for all occasions. A corporate giveaway. Available Shopping at Shopee online and Lazada Philippines, a nice gift for your loved ones. Order now while the supply lasts!

If interested to purchase chocolate ranges of GODEL CHOCOLATE. Please contact owner Ms. Marie Go at Mobile Number: 0998-8837400 and for details. (VGBlogs)

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DESPITE CONCERNS FOR GROWING ACTIVISM PUP OBTAINS P187 MILLION FOR CLASSROOM SHORTAGE

PUP Gets P187M Upgrade of School Building                      By Ver Garcia - News Editor

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced the start of construction for the new main academic building of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) Main Campus in Sta. Mesa, Manila will help address the 9-story shortage of classrooms and learning facilities.

 In a report to Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, DPWH National Capital Region Director Nomer Abel P. Canlas said that the soon-to-rise modern story shortage main school building will replace the old structure with six floors that will accommodate PUP’s growing student population. Before the pandemic, it registered the highest number of students enrolled with more than 70,000 and counting. The Polytechnic University of the Philippines is located in Sta. Mesa, Manila, Philippines.

PUP's newly designed structure. To accommodate the increasing number of students and to absorb the influx of students coming from the provinces.

 

“We are as excited as the students in the reopening of schools and return of in-person classes, and one of the ways we are welcoming back our Iskolar ng Bayan is by providing them a bigger, better learning environment,” Director Canlas added.

 

The ceremonial groundbreaking was graced by DPWH Assistant Secretary Antonio V. Molano, alongside PUP officials and faculty led by University President Manuel M. Muhi and Executive Vice President Alberto C. Guillo.

 

The school building project will be implemented in phases by DPWH NCR. Phase 1 will start with the North Wing, with a funding allocation of P187.3 million, and is estimated to be completed in twelve months.

PUP is known for its student activism.  PUP has many student groups active in political reform. The militant national democratic partisan groups are the cause of frequent rallies on campus. PUP's variety of partisan groups includes liberal, socialist, socdem, and several political organizations.

In addition, more than a hundred of the student population are foreigners from Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Myanmar (ASEAN Countries) others are the People's Republic of China, and African states are Tanzania, Nigeria, and Ghana. Also, students from South Korea visit PUP every summer to take up courses in the English language.

But, overall, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) is now the top school most companies preferred to hire, as reported by JobStreet Philippines. As mentioned, results from the report showed, that for jobs in the area of business process outsourcing (BPO) or Call Centers, Polytechnic University of the Philippines was the priority choice. (VerGarciaBlogs)

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