Lunes, Abril 27, 2015
Miyerkules, Abril 22, 2015
MABUHAY ANG PILIPINAS FORUM ONLINE TEAMS UP WITH PDGG AT THE JADE VINE HOTEL AND RESTO
Pen Power For Democracy
By: Teddy Cho & Ver M. Garcia
What's new at the
waterfront? is the theme of the fora held at the Jade Vine Hotel and Resto
on April 22, 2015 that started at 5pm up to 9pm.
Guests and panel of
speakers are the ff: Seated in photo: Director Jesus Aranza of UCPB, Atty.
Titus Villanueva former Commissioner of BoC, Mr. Chando Morallos organizer of
PDGG, Ms. Susan Amoroso co-host and organizer of Mabuhay ang Pilipinas Forum
Online {MPFO} convenor, Standing from L. Dr. Benedict D. Dorado, Benjie
Murillo- Master of Ceremony, Civic Leader Adolfo J. Deala, Businessman and
active Civic Leader Mr. Wilson Ng and Arch. Mike Guevarra.
Whether you are a Filipino or not, graft and corruption affects all of us one way or another. Graft and corruption affects all sectors in the government, particularly the Bureau of Customs (BoC). In a media forum that was organized by the Mabuhay ang Pilipinas forum online headed by Media Practitioner Ms. Susan Amoroso an alumni of the University of the Philippines and by the Pen Power for Democracy and Good Governance (PDGG) held at the classic and illustrious Jade Vine Hotel and Restaurant along UN Avenue, Manila.
The critical advocacies of PDGG and MPFO is to push forth the eradication of graft and corruption in the BoC which has been the source of problems of importers and exporters alike.
Other programs that are to be taken up in the subsequent fora are:
1. Changing our present presidential form of government to a Federal form of government.
2. Nation-wide education program to develop an intelligent electorate.
3. Creation of a course on leadership to be offered in High School up to college in a school created for this purpose called Philippine Institute for Leadership (PIL)- a civilian counterpart of the Phil. Military Academy (PMA).
4. Campaign to adopt the Jury system of justice such as the one in the United States of America.
5. Making patriotism part of Philippine history subject in the elementary curriculum.
6. Nation-wide campaign against graft and corruption among graft ridden agencies of the government such as the BIR, PNP and particularly the BoC.
In addition, according to Lawyer Titus Villanueva, the government has to find ways and means to collect more taxes in order to provide the basic needs and services of the people. That is why Bureau of Customs (BoC) is mandated by Law to collect duties and taxes of all imports entering our country. Sad to say as reported in the daily newspaper, the government lost some 200 Billion Pesos annually due to smuggling. To prevent smuggling, Villanueva suggested that to minimize graft and corruption at the BoC it should prevent human intervention from the port to the consignees warehouse.
Atty. Titus Villanueva during the Q & A portion at the Media Forum.
News worthy inputs of speakers will be published in the Tri-Media in the form of news as well as letter-to the-editor which our members are requested to do. They are also encourage to contribute to the Pen Power News Letter that will be circulated among the members of congress, officials of Local Government Units (LGU's) and the Office of the President. (VerGarciaBlogs)Sabado, Abril 11, 2015
TIPS FOR CALL CENTER AGENTS TO AVOID RAPE
Suggestions For Call Center Agents On How To Avoid Being Raped
By: Teddy Cho
There are several reasons why an unsuspecting woman or call center agent is vulnerable for rape:
1. Carefree
2. Ignorant and unaware
3. Uninformed or misinformed
4. Unescorted
5. You are a moving target
There are ways and means to avoid being classified on the above mentioned categories.
1. Let's start with being carefree. You must check the locks of the taxi in order to avoid being boarded upon by several persons.
2. Check the taxi drivers identity and plate number before boarding use your celfon to record the identity and plate number.
3. Be in constant touch with your friends and relative if you are on board a taxi.
4. Always be on alert if you are alone.
5. If we can not avoid to be alone, see to it that you stay overnight with the call center quarters or there are coffee shops, restaurants, cyber cafe that's open on a 24 hour. Buying a coffee, soup or a sandwich wouldn't affect your budget so that you can spend overnight just to avoid the consequences of being raped and molested.
6. Don't sleep while the taxi is in motion.
7. Always pray for guidance.
8. If you are a person with special abilities (PWD), do not attempt to be all alone. Have someone to accompany you or be with friends who are willing to help and assists you.
9. If you are drunk be with someone whom you can trust.
10. Always have a presence of mind especially in times of trouble.
11. If you can afford it, buy a whistle blower with the sash that you can wear it in your neck. Use it when in times of trouble especially when an attack occurs.
12. Be aware of several self- defense move especially when being attacked, used your fingers to blind the attacker, once you have disabled the attacker it can give you the chance to escape, shout for help, or kick his groin once you disabled his eyesight.
13. If you plan to go home late at night or at the wee hours, please do it in groups it discourages a potential assailant from assaulting you, because there are many onlookers. Act and move in groups not individually.
14. Request the Barangay or the Police force to deploy team of experts and Barangay Tanod if there was a rape victim in the area and the assailant has not been caught. Make sure you have listings of those on duty and submit the listings to your admin. Cooperation and coordination between the local government units and the private sector is crucial in helping prevent another rape victim. (VerGarciablogs)
By: Teddy Cho
There are several reasons why an unsuspecting woman or call center agent is vulnerable for rape:
1. Carefree
2. Ignorant and unaware
3. Uninformed or misinformed
4. Unescorted
5. You are a moving target
There are ways and means to avoid being classified on the above mentioned categories.
1. Let's start with being carefree. You must check the locks of the taxi in order to avoid being boarded upon by several persons.
2. Check the taxi drivers identity and plate number before boarding use your celfon to record the identity and plate number.
3. Be in constant touch with your friends and relative if you are on board a taxi.
4. Always be on alert if you are alone.
5. If we can not avoid to be alone, see to it that you stay overnight with the call center quarters or there are coffee shops, restaurants, cyber cafe that's open on a 24 hour. Buying a coffee, soup or a sandwich wouldn't affect your budget so that you can spend overnight just to avoid the consequences of being raped and molested.
6. Don't sleep while the taxi is in motion.
7. Always pray for guidance.
8. If you are a person with special abilities (PWD), do not attempt to be all alone. Have someone to accompany you or be with friends who are willing to help and assists you.
9. If you are drunk be with someone whom you can trust.
10. Always have a presence of mind especially in times of trouble.
11. If you can afford it, buy a whistle blower with the sash that you can wear it in your neck. Use it when in times of trouble especially when an attack occurs.
12. Be aware of several self- defense move especially when being attacked, used your fingers to blind the attacker, once you have disabled the attacker it can give you the chance to escape, shout for help, or kick his groin once you disabled his eyesight.
13. If you plan to go home late at night or at the wee hours, please do it in groups it discourages a potential assailant from assaulting you, because there are many onlookers. Act and move in groups not individually.
14. Request the Barangay or the Police force to deploy team of experts and Barangay Tanod if there was a rape victim in the area and the assailant has not been caught. Make sure you have listings of those on duty and submit the listings to your admin. Cooperation and coordination between the local government units and the private sector is crucial in helping prevent another rape victim. (VerGarciablogs)
Linggo, Marso 29, 2015
A GATHERING OF POETS AT THE BAHAY NAKPIL.. A HISTORICAL PLACE IN THE PHILIPPINES
Visual artist, Ms. Arlene De Casro Anonuevo, a poet herself par-excellance.
At the Heritage House of Bahay Nakpil along Bautista St., Quiapo, Manila.. A monthly event about creating a poem and poetry. Kapihan Sa Bahay Nakpil is a place for poets, environmentalist, social advocates, bloggers and media personalities converge.
This is my poem..
PAGMAMAHAL SA DIYOS AT BAYAN
By: Ver M. Garcia
KUNG IKAW AY NALULUNGKOT AT NALULUMBAY.
LUHA'Y DALOY SA IYONG MGA MATANG LUHAAN..
NI WALA MAN LAMANG TUMULONG AT DUMAMAY,
IKAW AY ALIWIN AT BIGYAN KASIYAHAN..
NARITO ANG IYONG KAIBIGAN.. PUSO AY ILALAAN
MAHALIN ANG DIYOS AT ANG ATING BAYAN.
LUHA'Y DALOY SA IYONG MGA MATANG LUHAAN..
NI WALA MAN LAMANG TUMULONG AT DUMAMAY,
IKAW AY ALIWIN AT BIGYAN KASIYAHAN..
NARITO ANG IYONG KAIBIGAN.. PUSO AY ILALAAN
MAHALIN ANG DIYOS AT ANG ATING BAYAN.
Oriang: Ang Lakambini Ng Katipunan (Pls. watch this video)
Ito ay alay sa Ika 140 taon na kaarawan ni Ka Oriang o mas kilala sa pangalan Gregoria de Jesus, isang ulirang ina, makata at dakilang maybahay ni Gat. Andres Bonifacio.. Dakilang Supremo at Unang Presidente ng KKK or Kataastasan, Kagalang-galang na Katipunan.
In Photos are: Visual Artist Arlene De Castro Anonuevo, Great Grand Niece of National Hero Gat. Andres Bonifacio, King Cortez, Blogger Teddy Cho and Dr. Ver Garcia, ND and a budding poet. (VergarciaBlogs)
Linggo, Marso 22, 2015
THE FOUR SIDES OF THE STORY.. WHAT IT TELLS
The Four Sides Of The Story By: Teddy Cho and Ver M. Garcia
How many sides (some call it angle) does a story have? In a particular road mishap one might say that there are two sides of a story (the side of the Victim & the assailant or the offender). But in an actual scenario we have the 4 sides of a Road Mishap (story) : (1) the side of the Victim, (2) the Offender or Assailant (3) the side of the Proper authorities Witnesses & the Media (4)Your sides Own version this could also be the Publics own interpretation. What’s your own version of the story after a careful study and analysis.
The task of the media (print, broadcast, cyber) is to report the story w/ précised accuracy as much as possible based on eye witness account of the people in an incident, including the investigators as well. But if investigators & authorities doesn’t want to cooperate and coordinate, it’s up to the Media to study the incident/event carefully putting attention to every single detail that might have been overlooked.
Sometimes, the victim doesn’t want to provide the right information perhaps because of shock and trauma, fear, confusion - that’s quite understandable but at times the proper authority which we relied upon provides conflicting info needed to put the story into a proper perspective. The offender at times for fear of being apprehended do not provide the exact details, biases, arrogance becomes a hindrance.
The conditions of the victim of a road mishap is aggravated especially when nobody wants to provide a detailed account of what happened or sometimes ignorance of the victims emotional, physical and psychological well-being can be contributing factor as well. This reminds us of the bible passage In The Book of GENESIS “Am I my Brother’s Keeper ”? YES you are!
I have a dream.. beautiful song
Morale of the story : Pray before leaving your house; Choose to be brave take charge and accept responsibility ; the opposite of Love is not hate nor anger but INDIFFERENCE, translation ( walang pakialam sa Mundo). (VerGarciaBlogs)
Biyernes, Enero 23, 2015
THE GENTLE FLOWERS WHISPER IN THE SWAN LAKE..
By: Arlene de Castro-Anonuevo
The author is an alumni and a graduate of the University of the Phils., Diliman and a great grand niece of our National Hero Gat. Andres Bonifacio. A lover of arts and a visual artist.
My thoughts
Grow flowers
As the wind
Carries your song.
And from a distance
I hear
The soft ruffling feathers
It's you
You dance
on a shimmering lake.
Sweet tenderness
Never the swan of Leda
Forever gentle
When you play the strings
Of my harp.
Le cygne
Sing not your last song
In the softness
Of this dying light
But make my roses embrace
In the sweet stillness
Of the night.
Adec 1/23/2014
Martes, Enero 20, 2015
THE FILIPINOS ARE TRULY THE PEOPLE OF GOD.. SAYS POPE FRANCIS
By: Bro. Ver M. Garcia- ID No. 11197 and Bro. Teddy Cho- ID No. 11211
(Media Accredited Blogger and News Writer for the Papal Visit 2015)
The Pope, who came and shared his Holiness & Humanity to us as a Pastor, who teaches, a Priest who sanctifies and a Prophet who makes sacrifices to seek and to save the LOST (Luke 19:10). At the core of the Pope's message which brings us closer (in spirit) to CHRIST whose Love & Affection was manifested for the Filipino people & the people of Asia. The Apostolic Mission of the Disciples of JESUS CHRIST & encourages each one of us to remain faithful to the Faith.
The Papal Visit of Pope Francis is the "VICARIUS CHRISTY" not
"VICARIUS GENERALI" (Kahalili ng Dios), directs the attention of
everyone to Christ who desires mercy, not sacrifice (Matt.9:13) and one
who calls not only the sinners but those who are: the least (poor
street children, the exploited and the abandoned, etc.), the Last (the
poorest of the poor), and the Lost (the Corrupt and the purveyors of
Evil) in our society.
One of the Youth Volunteer who lose a life serving God Ms. Kristel Padasas, 26 years old.
As the Holy Father comes, we looked and gazed upon the Cross of Jesus at the University of Sto. Tomas (UST) quadrangle, the Lord the Giver of Life, gracious and compassionate and we hope to be spiritually renewed and converted in heart and transformed us as a Nation (the Light of Asia). thus, the visit inspires and challenges the Filipino people to live a life of missionary witnessing, proclaiming to all the world God's Mercy and Compassion.
The day of the climax of the Mass of the Holy Father Apostolic Pope
Francis visits coincides with the feast of Sto. Nino in the Philippines,
it's the oldest and one of the most popular in the Philippines. The images were venerated in the Basilica in Cebu for the Filipino Catholics. The
Holy Child physically represents a God who is accessible to all (young and old) and can be approached without fear. To a Marian devotee the meaning to ponder the Lady's message No.258 (The Blue Book of Fr.
Stefanno Gobbi) were being asked a spiritual childhood for the faithful. Devotion to the Sto. Nino instills and inspires the virtues of
simplicity, obedience and trust in GOD (Holy Trinity).
We would like to end this simple message with a Prayer for the Pope:
The Big Crowd and Sea of Humanity at the UST Quadrangle
The Big Turn Out of UST Students and Faculties Populace and Visitors
Our Dear Pope, the Sea of Humanity beckons for your second Papal visit.
Truly the Filipinos are the People of God echoed the words of Pope
Francis. May the Prayers of the Saints be a guide for those entrusted
with the Mission of Light for the New Evangelization in Asia and the
rest of the World and may the Light of Christ which is In You, and all
the adopted children of God, be justified, in Words, in Thoughts and in Deeds and in our Hearts. And may the Truth which is Christ himself, in Christ and for Christ our Lord and Savior. May the light of Christ be the Light of the World and the World to come. (Message No. 161 p.224-225 The Blue Book by Fr. Stefanno Gobbi).Photo Galleries Taken at the University of Sto. Tomas, the oldest Pontifical University Manila, Philippines by: Teddy Cho 3:10 a.m. 1/18/15
To those suffering from depression because of oppression, repression and slavery St. Paul admonishes us in Philippians 4:6-9.
Calling all the youths of today.. Our prayer
Philippians 4:6-9New Living Translation (NLT)
6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.8 And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. 9 Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you. (VerGarciaBlogs)
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