Dear Ms. Rodriguez, My boyfriend and I had a fight. We were parked in front of a mall and we started arguing in the car. I did not want to continue arguing so I got out of the car. He got out as well and tried to stop me from leaving. The argument continued. He asked me to… Read More »
How concerned are we, people of Filipino origin about health issues? Are health issues one of our priorities in the upcoming election here in Canada? Do we have questions related to health issues that we want to ask the candidates of the different parties? Historically, the Filipino community has been deeply involved in health issues. A great number… Read More »
Sa mga lalaking naninirahan sa aming barrio ay si Mang Sinto lamang ang may taguring tunay na lalaki, ngunit kung siya ay nakatalikod at hindi niya naririnig ay Sintong Bagyo, ang bansag sa kanya. Si Mang Sinto ay hindi magsasakang katulad ng marami sa aming baryo, hindi rin karpintero, mangagawa o’ kahit anong trabaho na maaring kumita ng… Read More »
While almost everyone has the motivation to pursue activities daily, some of us have to struggle. Somehow, some can’t find that necessary inner zeal to be productive. Do you sometimes find yourself in a rut? Have you lost that spark in the morning to start the day? What are some practical strategies to keep yourself motivated? Schedule activities… Read More »
[ A review by Noel Copiaco, Lansing, Michigan ] Over the weekend, my wife and I got together with some friends for a “listening” party to immerse us in Brian Wilson’s new album “That Lucky Old Sun”. There were three couples and three single individuals, all baby boomers albeit my wife and I were the only Filipino couple… Read More »
The US-based think tank Global Source warns that the Philippines faces a rough road ahead toward the 2010 presidential elections, not only because of the looming global economic crisis, but also because of fresh initiatives to amend the constitution. In a paper titled “Minefields on the Road to 2010,” Filipino economists Romeo Bernardo and Marie Christine-Tang said: “The… Read More »
LAST MAY and every May we celebrate Mothers’ Day. In June, we also celebrate Fathers’ Day. I know there are also Grandparents’ Day and Teachers’ Day. It’s really good that we have specific days to recognize and honor the great things our loved ones do at least once a year. Up to this writing, we were wondering, why… Read More »
A famous Hollywood quote “ You’ve come a long way baby “ best describes the storybook and Cinderella rise to fame and popularity of Filipino singers. There is Arnel Pineda, the newly discovered lead singer of the 80”s great American rock band, the Journey which is now undergoing its most strongest revival (if not resurrection) Since the departure… Read More »
In Memory of Frank O. de Leon Rubbing his weary eyes with his shaking wrinkled hands, he knew that it was already daylight. He then sat up, straightened his tired back. Stretched his semi-numbed arms, and broadly look around the seemingly deserted “municipio”(municipal building. In that early chilly morning, he was certain that there must be someone around… Read More »