My First Time at St. Jude Parish (Mendiola Manila)

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Updating the blog. Today I went to church with my fellow barrista, Nico. We visited St. Jude Thaddeus Parish in Mendiola Manila.

As we all know, Jude is the Patron Saint of Hope and impossible causes and one of Jesus' original twelve Apostles. Aside from being the patron saint of lost causes, St. Jude is a symbol of choosing faith when all seems lost. He is a testament to standing firm in religious truth in the face of an ever uncertain and challenging world.

 

When I first took the Bar Exams 12 years ago, my mother gave me this prayer book of St. Jude. I am not a devotee, not even that religious way back then. But I did pray, but not wholeheartedly. I still have that prayer book until now, and to be honest, I have been praying for weeks now, even on my 2nd term of novena. Praying so hard that this time around God grant me my prayers with the aid of St. Jude. 

With Nico and Christian.

After hearing mass, we waited a few minutes to be blessed with holy water. Noticed that a lot of exam takers are there waiting for the blessing of holy water on their exam stuffs.

We're planning of going here to hear masses in the coming Sundays until the Bar Exam Days..

May God grant our prayers of passing the upcoming Bar Exams.

Back to Back Sale with Cebuana Lhuillier

Begin investing in jewelry with Cebuana Lhuillier’s back-to-back jewelry sale

Discounts from 10 to 50% off on selected gold items up for grabs

Jewelry enthusiasts are in for a treat as Cebuana Lhuillier, together with Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry, Cebuana Lhuillier Premium, and Just Jewels, unveil two back-to-back massive sales events starting with the Dazzling Gold Rush Sale slated from September 14 to 20 nationwide.

Cebuana Lhuillier president & CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier shares, “Even in the most difficult of times, the value of gold remained stable and consistent, making it a good starter investment. Gold jewelry has always been a reliable and consistent source of cash, especially during times of emergencies. I invite all Ka-Cebuanas to begin their investing journey by taking advantage of our upcoming gold sales where they are sure to get quality items at wallet-friendly prices.”

The Dazzling Gold Rush Sale is available in all of Cebuana Lhuillier’s more than 3,000 branches where buyers can enjoy 10% discount on all items, as well as up to 50% discount on some choice pieces. The sale extends to Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium and Just Jewels branches where high-end jewelry pieces are on sale with up to 20% discount.

For hassle-free and convenient shopping, buyers can also visit Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry or Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium at www.cebuanalhuillierjewelry.com or tune in to their Cebuana Lhuillier Facebook community page to avail of the 10% discount during the jewelry online sale.

Alternatively, buyers can also go to Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium in Shopee, Lazada, and Zalora and get 10% discount for all pieces on display.

On top of Cebuana Lhuillier’s week-long sale, Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium is also holding its Grand Pre-Christmas Sale in Festival Mall Alabang from September 16-18, with up to 25% discount offered on all premium jewelry items.

For more information, visit www.cebuanalhuillierjewelry.com.

Will Try the 3rd Time Around for the ATTY.!

After the result of the BBE came out and haven't seen my name on the list of the passers, I cried a little while at work..

Talked to my loved ones, and decided to try again on the next examination schedule.

Time, effort and money.. I don't have that much. But I am having my faith. No more available leave credits for me, all means are exhausted already and having no extra income from the business. It's really tough.

 

But then, mind and body is determined to push through, so go on!

 

Found out early days of August that I already served the terms of the previous Study Leave contract, so I am still eligible to use the remaining 3months for my SL credits.

 

Submitted all the clearances, and already booked an apartment/condo unit where I am going to stay for 2-3 months. 

 

 

 

And today, I am on my way to Manila to start reviewing again for the upcoming Bar Exams. I'll be taking all the chances I have to get the dot I've been dreaming of since college days.

I am somewhat blessed to have a great support system. My parents and my partner goes hand in hand in helping me out emotionally and financially.

I will try to give all my best and take all the risk now. Giving all the faith and praying that God will grant me my heart's desire. 

Will update you every now and then about this journey.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lally's Pizza in Puerto Princesa

So my friend Ross invited me for a Friday night out to this small place called Lally's Pizza. She wanted me to have a taste of their famous "Chizmoza" and "Marites"..

 

The place is cozy but too small for a large group of barkadas.. although they are planning to add more space to the tiny one they've got right now. 

I suggest tha you order for take out or for delivery.. 

Anyways, I must say that the food they are serving is really worth or money for value. 

Super sulit lalo na yung Marites! Isang order with 10pcs is Php300. Busog ka talaga! 

The Chizmoza naman they have pne regular for Php250.00 and with mozerrela for Php300.00. 

Sumptuous, lalo na with their home-made spicy dip. 

They also have ISKRAMBOL! Panalo, they have buy1take1 for that! 

Lally's Pizza is located at Rizal Avenue, yung daan papasok sa may ukayan (papunta ng Carbonell's Compound)

They also have one in Narra Palawan- their main branch...

The beginnings of a healthier scalp start with Aromase

UPDATE! We will close the thread today. Thanks to those who posted!

Don’t let the small things get to your head, those that will damage both your hair and scalp. The result would be, well, embarrassing to say the least.

Because who would like unwanted elements like irritating dandruff, coupled with dry and flaky hair, be the cause of discomfiture and shame during personal or professional occasions? It would not look good scratching one’s head and hair while in the middle of an important meeting or getting cozy with an important someone. That’s an immediate turnoff.

But, as Aromase Hair and Body solutions would always say: “let’s not be stressed with the little things.” It is because Aromase has that perfect solution to every hair and body problems we encounter every day.

From pre-shampoo, which removes the excess sebum, scalp buildup, and combats dandruff and soothes inflammation effectively, to shampoo, scalp spray, conditioner, body wash, scalp care kit, solutions for hair loss, excess oil, oil and dandruff, dry and flaky hair, dermatitis and folliculitis, and even Psoriasis, Aromase has the answer with its range of anti-dandruff, anti-hair loss, anti-oily hair solutions for normal, sensitive or specialized scalp care.

At Aromase, you can find products such as the Juniper Scalp Purifying Liquid Shampoo, Aromase Anti-Hair Loss shampoo kit, Aromase Anti-Hair Loss Essential Shampoo, Aromase Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, Aromase Red Rose Damage Recovery Conditioner, Juniper Head to Toe Shampoo and Body Wash, Aromase 3-Step Psoriasis Scalp Care Kit, all wonderful and beneficial products that we need everyday to protect our hair and scalp and our body as well.

Aromase, a Taiwan Excellence Award winner and Red Dot Product Design Award for 2022, emphasizes that we should all guard the health of our scalp. Aromase has products that help solve people’s scalp problems and concerns and also supports the promotion of good scalp care habits. With products whose ingredients are derived from natural plants with no harsh chemicals, no paraben, and definitely sulfate free, Aromase’s products will help restore the scalp to its original healthy state.

Aromase offers treatment solutions that help improve the overall condition of the scalp with lasting results for that healthy hair and healthy scalp. All the necessary research is done to find out what exactly the market needs, and what solutions can be offered. More importantly, it’s not just about providing solutions but delivering better quality of life as well.

Life, as it is, is already pockmarked with stress on a daily basis. Don’t let hair or body issues bombard you with more stress. Let Aromase Hair and Body Solutions do the work that gives out fantastic results for your hair and scalp, even your body, without going over the top.

Because a healthier hair and scalp start with Aromase.

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Puerto Princesa: Paradise Regained

The Royal Treatment at Puerto Princesa

With safety protocols firmly enforced, Puerto Princesa is poised to again welcome tourists with open arms. In recent years, the highly urbanized city and tourist haven has been paralyzed by the Covid-19 pandemic, then pummeled by Typhoon Odette. But it is now on the road to recovery---as spectacularly as its scenic, romantic and gastronomic attractions.

“The tourism industry is the lifeblood of Puerto Princesa, along with agriculture. Almost 15,000 people directly or indirectly benefit from tourism. In varying degrees, most of the recent construction and development projects are related to tourism: hotel-building, parks, cruise-ship ports, street lights, roads and many more. Unfortunately, some of these have been on hold since the onset of the pandemic,” discloses Demetrio “Toto” Alvior Jr., the city tourism officer.

The Royal Connection

Puerto Princesa, the capital of postcard-perfect Palawan, sprawls across 253,982 hectares of captivating coastlines stretched over 106 kilometers. Due to its strategic geographical location, it has sufficient depth to allow ships of all sizes to anchor, earning a reputation as a “Princess of Ports,” or in Spanish, “Puerto Princesa.”

There’s no contention that Puerto Princesa is one of the country’s greatest pleasures. A holiday destination universally beloved by travelers, beach-combers and trekkers; a bustling business center with a rural allure; a provincial vibe with modern amenities; and a clean and green city recognized for its lush forests, fresh air and frontier character.

Rising Above Covid-19

The city of Puerto Princesa has been struggling to get to its feet since the outbreak of Covid-19 in early 2020. The lack of tourists, which is the main industry, has forced hundreds of tourism-related businesses to close, leaving thousands of tourism workers unemployed.

“The public-health crisis forced them to find alternative sources of income, which was made more difficult because of the restrictions of movement due to several lockdowns,” Mr. Alvior reveals. “One factor of low tourist arrivals is the fluctuating number of Covid cases, which in turn affects the determination of quarantine requirements and national government intervention policies.”

Today, Puerto Princesa is experiencing record lows in terms of economic losses, losing around P5 billion a year for the past two years from potential tourist receipts.

“The City Tourism Department has been strengthening its social media campaigns to encourage local tourists to visit local attractions, in a bid to boost much-needed revenues to the ailing tourism sector,” a cautiously optimistic Mr. Alvior says. “We have one important wish in the City Tourism Department, and that is to prioritize the aids for the Typhoon Odette-affected tourism industry here.”

The goal is to regain the city’s glory as an eco-tourism capital. “Our 2022 goals are full restoration of all the tourist attractions affected by Typhoon Odette such as the completion of the construction of the cruise-ship port and other man-made tourist attractions. There will be wide, extensive and aggressive promotions of Puerto Princesa to the local and international market.”

The Last Frontier

Puerto Princesa has a plethora of tourist spots. But many tourists who visit the city put the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, one of the New7Wonders of Nature, on top of their list. As the jump-off point for exploring the world-famous Tubbataha Reef, the city also hosts a fair share of adventurers.

“Since the Covid-19 outbreak, we have never ceased to hope that the future will be better. This year 2022 is no different. And while what we want is a full recovery, we cannot afford to be careless when taking big steps. As we begin to truly understand the gravity of the situation, we also come to realize that our moves must be consistent with the bigger picture such as the national situation,” Mr. Alvior says.

Since February 10, the city has been happily welcoming more visitors once again, hoping that the arrival numbers will soon be back to pre-pandemic levels. In this initiative, the tourism department shares the privilege on with the private sector.

“While the government is the administrator of the State, the private sector is the bloodline. The government and the private sector are two inseparable factors for Puerto Princesa to prosper, and more importantly, to recover,” Mr. Alvior says. “The key to recovery is to enable and support the private sector to keep or resume their business operations. When it comes to the city’s biggest partners, apart from government agencies, it is the collective impact of small-business operations.”

Puerto Princesa may be “The Last Frontier,” but the City Tourism Department is confident that it will always be the first choice of every traveler.

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Coco Martin Supports New PartyList

Coco Martin, famously known as Cardo Dalisay on-screen, is making rounds all over as he debuts his endorsement not of the partylist with the same name as his show, but of a new party-list – AP Partylist #AkoyPilipino on Friday, February 25.

 

“Anuman ang hirap na ating pinagdadaanan, may kakampi na tayo…” Martin introduced his new party-list group with first nominee Rep. Ronnie Ong in-action in the background in the partylist’s video now circulating online. He continues, “Ang AP Partylist ang tutulong magbigay ng trabaho at kabuhayan sa mga manggagawang Pilipino.”

 

Rep. Ronnie Ong is Coco Martin’s long-time friend and is nicknamed by PeopleAsia as the “frontliner Congressman.” Ong is known for his various out-of-the-box COVID-19 Bayanihan projects since the first lockdown, such as his #LibrengSakay program for healthworkers, #LibrengGulay program for community kitchens, #LibrengTablets and E-skwela Hub e-learning centers for students and teachers.

 

Before the pandemic, Ong also supported senior citizens looking for employment through his Tulong Pangkabuhayan program, deploying various able-bodied and willing-to-work seniors at airports, public universities and government agencies. During the pandemic, he also helped out-of-work transport workers such as UV Express or FX drivers by employing them as #LibrengSakay drivers, as well as some laid-off ABS-CBN employees who found alternative work as contact tracers.

 

More than just Coco Martin, the all-star cast of Ang Probinsyano forming the famed “Task Force Agila,” has also expressed their support for AP Partylist on their social media pages, sharing the various advocacies of AP Partylist closest to them. “Mula po noong umpisa nakasama na namin si Cong. Ronnie, at kita namin na nagtrabaho talaga siya, naglingkod talaga siya. Kaya ngayon, ang #164 AP Partylist na kasama siya ang sinusuportahan na namin. Sana po ay suportahan niyo rin,” Coco Martin said.

 

 

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Aside from the endorsement video, AP Partylist also collaborated with OPM artists Bassilyo, Sisa and Smugglaz with their “Ako’y Pilipino,” anthem that sings of the pride, perseverance, and hardwork of Filipinos. They sing, “Ikaw ay magtiwala, magtiwalang may magagawa. Ito na ang panahon, ang tamang pagkakataon, sa bawat daing mo’y magtutugon. Ako’y Pilipinong lumalaban, tumatapang, lalo kung nasusugatan, anumang pagsubok ang daanan, haharapin nang may kagitingan. Itaas mo ang noo, isigaw mo sa buong mundo, ako’y Pilipino.” Both videos are available on Youtube and on AP Party-list’s official social media pages.

 

Coco Martin calls on the audience to join him on his new journey with his new partylist, “Dito na tayo sa biyaheng aasenso ang lahat ng Pilipino… AP Partylist #AkoyPilipino, number 164 sa balota.”

 

Stay updated, for more info, visit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHAqU3Ie-mI 

 

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NEOPHYTE STREETWEAR BRAND MAKES NAME IN THE CLOTHING INDUSTRY, OPENS FLAGSHIP STORE IN TONDO

 

CHRCTR Clothing, a premium clothing brand originating from the province of Laguna, sets to open its second store in celebration of its first anniversary in Tondo, Manila on February 26. The new entrant clothing brand started its operations in February 2021 in Biñan, Laguna with the goal to be recognized as a Philippine brand to create a dent in the international streetwear industry.

Strategically located in the most culturally diverse district in the city of Manila, the expansion and opening of CHRCTR Tondo Flagship Store echo the call of the brand to have a bold, compassionate, and distinctive personality for each individual.

 “We are confident that in this rich-cultured streets of Tondo, CHRCTR Clothing will open the opportunity to our kababayan to be bold, be distinct, be the person they want to be,” said JB Gajita, Founder and Managing Director of CHRCTR Clothing. “We started with only 100 shirts on stock, now we are reaching thousands of brave souls nationwide.”

Located along Velasquez Street, the new CHRCTR Tondo Flagship Store will showcase its complete product line from shirts, pants, shoes, caps, socks, and its new HARI NG TONDO branded shirts.

“We rally everyone to wear the brand that defines your personality because you are not like everyone else,” said Gajita. 

For more information about CHRCTR Clothing, please check the following:

Website - www.chrctrclothing.com