Msgr. Gutierrez The Thief and Holiness— p. 10 Arts & Culture The Barangay Concept: Will It Unite Filipinos— p. 2 Perspectives Miles Beauchamp: Beauty Can Be Everywhere — p. 6 Fil-Am History Month Maj. Gen. Tony Taguba Calls Attention to Family Caregiving — p. 12

October 16-22, 2015

Philippine fi rms on billion-dollar global shopping spree Rappler.com MANILA, 10/11/2015 – Philippine fi rms Drug money to be used for The Filipino Americans of San Diego, California are on an unprecedented global shopping spree, spending billions election campaign? on everything from vineyards to Philstar.com | MANILA, He said the fi gure is higher Mabuhay si Rocky Bungay! food manufacturers and casinos, 10/9/2015 - The police Anti- compared to previous years, refl ecting the nation’s recent Illegal Drugs Special Operations with only 190 persons arrested There are times when you wish to do something but must cast it aside as you economic rise. Task Force (AIDSOTF) ex- during the entire year in 2014, go through the day, the weeks, and the months -- until it is too late. A combination of strong do- pressed alarm over the apparent 138 in 2013, 65 in 2012 and 29 mestic growth, bargain prices increase in the number of govern- in 2011, or a total of 548 elected in retreating economies abroad ment offi cials arrested for drug- government offi cials, government From the book, “The Filipino Americans of San Diego, California” and rock-bottom borrowing rates related offenses, some of whom employees and law enforcers. by Simeon G. Silverio, Publisher and Editor, San Diego Asian Journal have fuelled the acquisitions, admitted to be raising campaign “During our tactical interro- analysts said. funds for the 2016 elections. gation conducted on arrested The Southeast Asian nation AIDSOTF spokesman Chief government offi cials, elected and San Diego, California has for years exported shopping Insp. Roque Merdegia said appointed… these people resort- October 8, 2003 malls and junk food to the region, yesterday that 126 government ed to illegal drug operations to or a long time, I had been planning to write an article but cashed-up Filipino fi rms have offi cials and employees were raise money,” Merdegia said. diversifi ed in recent years with arrested for illegal drug-related Merdegia said the number of elected about my good friend, Rocky Bungay, the founder, government offi cials, government editor and publisher of the Mabuhay Times, one of acquisitions around the world offenses from January to June and in many sectors. ( Continued on page 15 ) F this year. the early Filipino newspapers in San Diego. I have always “It has not happened in this thought Filipino publishers like Rocky deserve recogni- rapid succession. It’s like a co- tion for their pioneering and self-sacrifi cing endeavors lonial mentality in reverse,” said Anne Lorraine Colis wins of informing and entertaining the community. I should Luis Limlingan, research head at Miss Globe Pageant know. I have been a publisher and understand one must Manila stock brokerage Regina lose thousands of dollars and work extremely hard to keep Capital. a newspaper afl oat. To add insult to injury, many Filipino The pace of the acquisitions has organizations liberally give awards to undeserving so-called startled both local and foreign community leaders. For all he has done for the community, investors, according to BDO Unibank chief market strategist Rocky should have been given the recognition ahead of Jonathan Ravelas. other community awardees celebrated for whom they know, “Filipino companies are moving not for what they have done. into the global space and it’s not But I thought I would write the article later, entertaining the false hope that Rocky would be with us limited to just one sector. The op- forever. This morning, his daughter-in-law Nette informed me her father-in-law had passed away. The portunities abound,” he said. tribute I wanted to give him would come too late. In one of the most-recent big- Good News Pilipinas | MA- Pampanga native Colis is a run- Mountain resort ticket acquisitions, local instant NILA, 10/14/2015 — Miss way model and studied Manage- noodle fi rm Monde Nissin said Philippines Anne Lorraine Colis ment Accounting at the Univer- Rocky was born in Pampanga, Philippines, but had been a long-time resident of Baguio City, the last month it was buying Brit- was crowned Miss Globe 2015 in sity of Santo Tomas. mountain resort considered the summer capital of the country. He had been a businessman, put up a ish meat substitute manufacturer the international pageant’s fi nals Binibining Pilipinas fi rst crowned Colis radio station, hosted his own radio programs, and engaged in other business endeavors. One of his Quorn for 550 million pounds as Binibining Pilipinas Tourism Inter- held in Toronto, Canada. ( Continued on page 6 ) ($833 million). ( Continued on page 14 ) In the last two years, the private company also snapped up popu- lar fruit juice brand Nudie and China to world: We will continue Japanese emperor, empress set to visit Philippines early 2016 chilled dips manufacturer Black ABS CBN | MANILA, President Benigno Aquino to the tial election to be held in May, Swan, both from Australia, for to build in Spratly Islands 10/15/2015 — Japan and the emperor and empress during his Japanese government offi cials undisclosed amounts. Ang Malaya | MANILA, South China Sea coastal coun- Philippines are arranging a visit state visit to Japan in June. said. Monde Nissin is owned by 10/11/2015 -- The Chinese gov- tries,” Chinese Foreign Ministry by Japanese Emperor Akihito and “We are pleased to announce The emperor and empress last visited Betty Ang, who started her com- Empress Michiko to the South- that the Philippines has started the Philippines in November 1962 as ernment said it will continue to spokeswoman Hua Chunying crown prince and princess. Coloma said pany 30 years ago and is now the build other facilities in its fake said. east Asian country early next necessary coordination with it will be the fi rst time for a reigning nation’s 19th richest person with islands in disputed maritime She added that the lighthouses year to mark the 60th anniversary Japan for a visit of their majes- Japanese emperor to visit the Philippines a net worth of $900 million, ac- territories in West Philippine will improve the safety of vessels of the normalization of bilateral ties, the emperor and empress of and “returns the warm welcome their cording to Forbes. ties, offi cials of the two countries Japan, to the Philippines, pos- majesties extended to the president when Meanwhile, Emperador, a Sea after confi rming that two transiting in the territory. he visited Tokyo earlier this year.” lighthouses were completed and The statement from the Chinese said Tuesday. sibly in early 2016,” Coloma said During the trip, the emperor and the company controlled by the started operating in Cuarteron spokesperson was also made Japanese Chief Cabinet Secre- in a statement. empress are expected to mourn for those Philippines’ fourth richest man, Reef and Johnson South Reef in after reports emerged that the tary Yoshihide Suga and Philip- The imperial couple’s visit will who perished in the Philippines during Andrew Tan, and which special- pine Communications Secretary be scheduled most likely around World War II. ises in cheap brandy at home, is the Spratly Islands. US Navy is planning to sail a The Philippines, then a U.S. colony, “The next step, China will con- warship within the 12 nautical Herminio Coloma said the two the end of January or the begin- was occupied by Japan in 1941 and later looking to spend more than one tinue to build other civilian and miles or territorial waters of fake countries have been planning the ning of February, so as not to became a major battlefi eld in the Pacifi c billion dollars on diversifying in international public facilities in islands created by the Chinese imperial couple’s visit follow- affect the Philippines’ presiden- War. Aside from the effects of the war, Europe. many Filipinos and other foreign nation- the Spratly Islands to better serve government. ing an invitation by Philippine ( Continued on page 2 ) ( Continued on page 7 )

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TheThe Barangay Visit Concept: Would it unite the Filipino American communities in the United States? From the book, “The Visit & All of a sudden, everybody had to go to Pilipino American Organizations of through the barangay. The same could Other Treasured Memories” him and sometimes seek his favor. Be- San Diego County, it would only have be used in Filipino voters registration cause they needed him, the people were a mixture of organizations. They would drives to increase the Filipino Ameri- by Simeon G. Silverio Jr. forced to accept the barangay system consist of professional groups like the cans’ political clout or to other move- SEPARATED BEFORE CONDITIONAL till it became institutionalized in every Filipino Nurses, town associations like ments that would advance the causes of n the early morning of Philippine community. Bacoor, Cavite Association, schools like the Filipino Americans. RESIDENT STATUS EXPIRES December 18, 1995, Eric sometimes thought that for the Fil- the U.P. Alumni, neighborhoods like The only problem was fi nding the ipino Americans in California to achieve Southbay Filipino-Americans, and so incentives to encourage these Filipino By: Dennis E. Chua, Esq. yet been terminated by divorce and was Eric, while walking from the elusive dream of unity, the Filipino on. The county was not divided into dif- families to join and support the baran- not battered by the US citizen spouse? I communities should be divided into ferent areas; therefore, the rules of such gays in their respective areas. The goal their house near the corner The spouse of a US citizen will be Since the conditional resident spouse’s different barangays. A local leader or a a federation did not cover every Filipino was for them to support the barangays granted permanent resident status after marriage has not yet been terminated of San Francisco Del Monte barangay captain should be appointed, family since one family may not be a much like they supported the same the US citizen fi les a petition for the by divorce, can the conditional resident Avenue and Scout Alcaraz in who would be the medium of communi- member of any of those member organi- gasoline rationing incentive of the 1973 spouse. If the spouses have not yet been spouse fi le the petition without the US Sta. Mesa Heights, Quezon cation from the top Filipino community zations. If a region were geographically gas crises, thereby contributing to the married for at least two years at the time citizen spouse signing the joint petition? leaders to each Filipino family in a city divided into barangays, then all Filipino success of the barangay system. the petition was fi led, the spouse shall be Based on a USCIS memorandum, City, was reminded of his or county. At present, Filipino communi- families would be covered. If there were (To be continued) From the book, “The only granted conditional resident status USCIS will allow the conditional early “jogging” jaunts with ties in the United States were loosely an election, for instance, information Visit” by Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. To order by the USCIS. The conditional resident resident spouse to fi le the petition even organized. If there were a federation- on the pro-Filipino stand of a candi- a copy, send email message to asianjo- spouse shall enjoy all the benefi ts and without the submission of the required his friend, Atty. Lizaso. type organization, like the Council of date could be channeled to each family [email protected] privileges of a permanent resident. They judgment showing that the marriage has can work and travel without further been terminated. The USCIS will how- During the late seventies, he and his authorization from the US Citizenship ever later issue a Request for Evidence friend Atty. Lizaso would “jog” from and Immigration Services. The only giving the conditional resident spouse their homes to the Quezon Rotonda on difference is that the conditional resident around 87 days to submit the divorce the boundary of Manila and Quezon spouse’s status will expire two years decree. Should the conditional resident City, a good ten miles, back and forth. from the time permanent resident status spouse fail to submit the divorce decree Sometimes, to have variety, they would was granted. This rule was enacted to within the time period given by the go up north up to the Palayan Village. It give the US Citizenship and Immigra- USCIS, the petition to remove condi- was not actually “jogging” but walking tion Services another opportunity to tions on residence will be denied by the fast and sometimes leisurely as they SeasideSeaside BuetBuet look into whether or not the relationship USCIS. The conditional resident spouse talked about their favorite topic: Atty. 8998 Miramar Road, San Diego, CA 92126 between the spouses is a bona fi de one. will however have another opportunity Lizaso’s mistress. Eric was not sure Prior to the expiration of the condition- to present the divorce decree before an if they were actually getting exercise Tel. 858-566-1888 or 858-566-6188 al status, both the US citizen spouse and immigration judge should removal pro- enough to lose weight; at least, he felt 10% OFF FOR MILITARY MEMBERS AND SENIOR CITIZENS (65 +) the conditional resident spouse must fi le ceedings be instituted against the con- good the whole day at work after having Catering, Party Trays, Carry-Out, Gift Certi cates, Bar and another application to have the condi- ditional resident spouse. If the marriage those early morning walks. Banquet Rooms Available tions on residence removed. between the conditional resident spouse At exactly fi ve o’clock in the morning, If the conditional resident status fails to and US citizen spouse can no longer be Atty. Lizaso’s knock at their gate would fi le the petition to remove the conditions salvaged, the conditional spouse might awaken Eric, and they would be gone   on residence, the permanent resident have to fi le a divorce petition right away for an hour. Being the barangay captain BrazilianBrazilian BBQ BBQ BeefBeef status will be terminated and in some to have the conditional resident status in the neighborhood. Atty. Lizaso would   TeppanyakiTeppanyaki ChickenChicken cases, removal proceedings may be removed in a timely manner. survey his domain along the way. Eric   instituted against the conditional resident Atty. Dennis E. Chua is a partner in was serving as his barangay secretary NoodleNoodle Soup Soup PorkPork spouse whose status has already been The Law Firm of Chua Tinsay and Vega at that time, and they were like the   terminated. 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N5090156A.indd 1 10/6/15 1:19 PM Page 4 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 16-22, 2015 HealthHealth && WellnessWellness 7 delicious steps to a stronger memory Bedtime blood pressure meds may help prevent diabetes AARP.org | 10/9/2015 — Antioxidants! England Journal of Medicine, Spanish ogy by Gene Bowman’s team at Oregon Omega-3s! Anti-infl ammatory diets! scientists who had followed for fi ve Health & Science University found that Can something you eat really help you years more than 7,000 older adults at study participants (average age: 87) who remember — again — where you put high risk for heart disease reported that had high blood levels of healthy fats, your cellphone or reading glasses? If you those who ate a Mediterranean-style including omega-3s and a variety of add blueberries to your morning oatmeal diet, including olive oil and a daily glass vitamins (including B, C, D and E) and or sip a glass of red wine at dinner, will of red wine, showed about a 30 percent low levels of trans fats had less brain your brain cells stay healthier longer? drop in heart attacks, strokes and deaths shrinkage and scored better on cognitive Much of what we hear about the from heart disease, compared with a tests than those who ate less nutritious interplay between diet and brain health control group who ate more or less what diets. is based on preliminary research and they’d always eaten. Tip: The body doesn’t produce fatty then fl ooded in hype. As headlines have “As we age, the Mediterranean diet acids naturally, so you must add them linked one food or another to Alzheim- lowers the risk of the strokes and to your diet. If you’re like most people, er’s disease and other illnesses, we have ministrokes that lead to Alzheimer’s pa- you are eating far too many infl amma- rushed to remove them from our diet. thology,” says Rudolph E. Tanzi, M.D., tion-promoting omega-6 fatty acids The problem is, as soon as one headline a professor of neurology at Harvard and far too few omega-3s. What to do? urges us to eat this, not that, it seems Medical School and director of Genetics In addition to eating more fi sh, add there’s another saying just the opposite. and Aging Research at Massachusetts fl axseed to your cereal and smoothies Why all the confusion? General Hospital. “The rule of thumb,” and chia seeds to stir fries and salads. Proving conclusively which foods he says, is “what’s good for your heart is Both are stuffed with omega-3s (and actually boost brain health is diffi cult good for your brain.” have little taste). How much should you and expensive, requiring large scale, Tip: Go fi sh! Cold-water fatty fi sh are eat? According to the Cleveland Clinic, long-term clinical trials. “When you’re high in omega-3 fatty acids, a healthy one to two tablespoons is a healthy daily eating blueberries, you’re not eating fat linked to lower levels of beta-am- dose. just one nutrient,” explains Gene L. yloid plaques (a sign of Alzheimer’s). 4. Binge on blueberries ... as well as Bowman, a brain nutrition researcher at Omega-3s also boost the production strawberries, spinach, kale and but- Oregon Health & Science University. of Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor ternut squash “You’re eating a complex mixture of (BDNF), the protein that acts as fertil- Brightly colored fruits and dark green hundreds of them. Is it the antioxidants izer for the brain and is responsible vegetables are rich in carotinoids and that improved cognition or the vitamins? for ramping up memory, mood and fl avonoids — powerful antioxidants that Most likely, it’s the unique combination alertness. boost BDNF and may slow the onset of Sometimes it’s not just a matter of tak- In healthy people, blood pressure dips medicine, told HealthDay News. of all of them.” Opt for a 4-ounce serving of salmon, dementia by repairing the damage from ing your medication, but also when you during sleep, but it doesn’t substan- The researchers then reasoned that Still, it’s become increasingly clear that Atlantic mackerel, sardines or herring, free radicals, unstable molecules that take it that’s paramount. tially in those with hypertension. The taking medication at night to help reduce how you eat may counteract the effects two or three times a week. But go light attack healthy cells. That’s the surprising conclusion of a researchers found in one study that blood pressure during sleep might also of an aging brain. “The best recipe is a on fi sh that are high in mercury, such In a recent study, researchers at the new study that found that taking your subjects whose blood pressure didn’t affect the likelihood of developing diet that includes brain-building nutrients as bluefi sh and swordfi sh. To fi nd more Brigham and Women’s Hospital in blood pressure pills at bedtime, rather dip were more likely to develop diabetes diabetes. such as omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants fi sh that are high in omega-3s and low Boston found that older women who ate than waiting until morning, can cut your compared to those whose blood pressure Their fi ndings in the second study were and certain vitamins, and steers clear of in contaminants, visit the Environmental two or more servings of strawberries and risk of developing type 2 diabetes by did go down. dramatic: The risk of developing diabe- foods that promote high blood pressure, Defense Fund’s Seafood Selector. blueberries a day were able to forestall more than half. Specifi cally, for every 14-point tes dropped by 57 percent in the patients high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes,” 2. Cut back on red meat and dairy memory decline by 2-1/2 years. Green Spanish researchers with the Uni- decrease in a person’s average sleeping who took their medicine at bedtime says Majid Fotuhi, M.D., chairman of products vegetables are also high in magnesium, a versity of Vigo conducted two related systolic blood pressure — that’s the top compared to the morning. Maryland’s Neurology Institute for Brain Red meat is a good source of protein as potent nutrient in the war against infl am- studies, both published Sept. 23 in the number in the blood pressure reading — The drugs that produced the great- Health and Fitness and author of the well as essential vitamins and minerals, mation (see sidebar). journal Diabetologia, that tested the link there was a 30 percent reduction in their est reduction in risk when they were upcoming Boost Your Brain: The New including B12, iron and zinc. But many Tip: Aim for four to fi ve servings a between blood pressure during sleep and risk of developing type 2 diabetes, lead taken at night were angiotensin receptor Art and Science Behind Enhanced Brain cuts are high in unhealthy saturated fats, day of fruits and vegetables. Besides the development of type 2 diabetes. author Ramon Hermida, a professor of blockers (61 percent); beta blockers Performance. as are whole-milk dairy products. Satu- the ones mentioned above, try avoca- (65 percent); and ACE inhibitors (69 It’s never too late to start reaping the rated fats raise blood levels of the “bad” does, red grapes and raisins, raspber- percent). These medications help block benefi ts of a brain-healthy diet. But don’t LDL cholesterol linked to heart disease ries, plums and prunes, spinach, beets, the effect of angiotensin II, a hormone try to detox all at once. Start slowly, and impaired memory. Harvard’s Tanzi asparagus, sweet red peppers, sweet Sleep may strengthen long-term that causes blood vessels to constrict and you’ll soon realize that making thinks the evidence to limit meat is potatoes and citrus fruits. and blood pressure to rise. It also affects more healthy choices isn’t so hard after strong: He’s been a vegetarian for years. If you take any medications, check memories in the immune system insulin levels. all. Here’s what you need to know. Tip: If you can’t live in a world with your doctor before adding to your ScienceDaily.com | 9/30/2015 — in all organismic systems is in our view There were also no more medication- 1. Go Mediterranean without greasy cheeseburgers, indulge diet grapefruit, which can cut the ef- More than a century ago, scientists entirely new,” says senior author Jan related complaints among nighttime A large body of very solid research occasionally. Meanwhile, choose leaner fectiveness of a host of drugs, including demonstrated that sleep supports the Born of the University of Tuebingen. takers than among those who took their shows that a classic “Mediterranean cuts of beef, such as those with “loin” many statins and antihistamines. retention of memories of facts and “We consider our approach toward a medications in the morning, the Los diet” — heavy in olive oil, legumes, or “round” on the label, such as sirloin 5. Slash trans fats events. Later studies have shown that unifying concept of biological long-term Angeles Times reported. fi sh, fruits and green leafy vegetables — and round roast or steak. Avoid chuck. Trans fats are processed fats added to slow-wave sleep, often referred to as memory formation, in which sleep plays University of California, Los Angeles, protects against cardiovascular disease, Other good sources of protein: beans foods to extend their shelf life. These deep sleep, is important for transforming a critical role, a new development in endocrinologist Matthew Freeby, M.D., diabetes and cancer. The link between and legumes, such as kidney beans, split fats are double trouble — they both raise fragile, recently formed memories into sleep research and memory research.” who was not involved in the stud- the diet and brain health has been less peas and lentils. Nosh on an ounce a day blood levels of “bad” cholesterol and stable, long-term memories. Now, in an The immune system “remembers” an ies, called the fi ndings “compelling,” conclusive — but that’s changing. of almonds, walnuts or cashews. lower levels of “good” cholesterol. Opinion article published September encounter with a bacteria or virus by especially because the protective effect Last year, researchers at Columbia Uni- 3. Ramp up foods rich in omega-3s Bowman’s research suggests they are 29 in Trends in Neurosciences, part of collecting fragments from the bug to of taking medications at night occurred versity in New York and the University Your brain needs a certain amount of also bad for the brain. When his team a special issue on Neuroimmunology, create memory T cells, which last for regardless of which class of blood- of Miami Miller School of Medicine fat to function properly. Fats provide checked the blood levels of certain researchers propose that deep sleep months or years and help the body rec- pressure drugs the subjects took, he told reported in Archives of Neurology that energy, help the body absorb essential nutrients in 104 elderly participants, they may also strengthen immunological ognize a previous infection and quickly the Times. older adults who followed a Mediterra- vitamins and protect nerve cells and found that those high in trans fats had memories of previously encountered respond. These memory T cells appear “I would absolutely consider” suggest- nean diet had less of the kind of damage connections. But there are good and signifi cantly lower cognitive perfor- pathogens. to abstract “gist information” about the ing a patient switch to taking medica- to the brain’s small blood vessels that bad fats, and too much of the wrong mance and less total brain volume than “While it has been known for a long pathogens, as only T cells that store tions at night, Freeby said. leads to a slowdown in mental quickness. kind throws a monkey wrench into the those who ate a more healthy diet. time that sleep supports long-term information about the tiniest fragments Get discounts on prescriptions, health Previous studies by the same research- works, speeding the formation of beta- Tip: Buy and prepare fresh foods as of- memory formation in the psychological ever elicit a response. The selection of exams, eye care and more — AARP ers found that the diet helped slow the amyloid plaques. ten as possible. Packaged and processed domain, the idea that long-term memory Member Advantages » onset of Alzheimer’s disease, even in Omega-3s are among the good fats. foods are full of trans fats, so read labels formation is a function of sleep effective ( Continued on page 15 ) ( Continued on page 7 ) those who had only followed it occasion- Research shows that they fi ght infl am- and if you see “partially hydrogenated” ally. mation and support the structure of anything, don’t buy it. Common culprits: Then early this year, in the New brain cells. Last year, a report in Neurol- french fries, chips, packaged baked goods, crackers, icing, stick margarine (tub margarine has less trans fat) and mi- If You or Your Parents Were crowave popcorn. If you can’t or won’t cut out foods with a lot of trans fat, eat or the less of them, less often. BBORNORN IINN AAS SI IA A 6. Take the salt shaker off the table Doctors have warned for years that too much salt is bad for the heart. Now, a PPAACICIFFICIC IISSLANDLANDSS study by Canadian scientists has found that older people who eat too much salt CDC Recommends That You and also fail to exercise are at increased risk for cognitive decline. According Get Tested for HEPATITIS B to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, if you’re 50-plus, or suffer from high blood pressure, your salt intake should max out at no more than 1,500 milli- grams a day. Tip: Liven up your dishes with herbs and spices instead of processed gravies, ?? condiments and sauces, which tend to be high in sodium. Many herbs and spices — including ginger, parsley, oregano, 2 out of every 3 Asian basil and black pepper — are not only Americans with Hepatitis B fl avorful but high in antioxidants. don’t know they Curcumin, a key component of are infected turmeric, found in curry powders, is be- Did you know that lieved to reduce amyloid plaque buildup. 1 in 12 Asian People with The brain benefi ts of these haven’t been Hepatitis B often have confi rmed, but they’re all better sources Americans have of fl avor than salt. Hepatitis B? NO SYMPTOMS 7. Reduce sugar and simple carbs So many studies have shown a link between dementia and obesity and high Up to 25% of people blood sugar at midlife that Alzheimer’s with Hepatitis B Loving disease has been dubbed “diabetes Type Develop serious your 3.” Last fall, Mayo Clinic scientists found that people age 70 and older who liver problems family ate a lot of simple carbohydrates (found starts with in refi ned fl ours and rice) and sugar were caring for nearly four times more likely to develop Hepatitis B is the mild cognitive impairment than those yourself. leading cause who ate a healthier diet. If you or your parents Your body does need a certain amount of of liver cancer sugar (glucose) to function properly. But a for Asian Americans were born in Asia or the Pacific Islands, ( Continued on page 14 ) talk to your doctor about getting tested But, for Hepatitis B. treatments It could save your life. are available that can save your life October 16-22, 2015 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com Page 5 CaliforniaCalifornia CommunitiesCommunities More than 200 community leaders gathered in DC 410-Acre Open Space Acquisition In East County Helps for the National Filipino American Town Hall Meet Regional Environmental Conservation Goals KAYA: Filipino Americans for governments. Although the community’s and Purple Patch, the evening featured LAND CONTAINS VALU- provide $20 million in grants to various restoration, agricultural preservation, allies have been effective in advocating a number of dishes from renowned, Los ABLE WILDLIFE HABITAT agencies, such as the Endangered Habi- and other conservation purposes. Incor- Progress hosted the conven- on behalf of the issues that affect us, Angeles-based Filipina American chef tats Conservancy, to acquire key habitat. porated in 2005, EHC currently manages ing to discuss issues affect- Filipino American leaders will always be Cecilia de Castro. Chef Cecilia is one of Collaboration between the Endangered The U.S. Department of Defense approximately 5,000 acres of conserved ing Filipino Americans and our most effective advocate in govern- the earliest pioneers of Filipino cooking Habitats Conservancy, SANDAG, and (DOD) also contributed $4 million lands. the community’s mobilization ment. in America and has worked alongside the U.S. Department of Defense has toward the acquisition cost under its “We all share a responsibility to pre- “We are very heartened by the energy Wolfgang Puck for 30 years. Her work resulted in the preservation of a 410-acre Readiness and Environmental Protection serve the unique natural resources and ahead of the 2016 presidential and excitement these leaders have in the industry has been featured in pub- property in East County that’s home to Integration (REPI) Program. Accord- landscapes of our home. But it is not elections. shown towards the project of getting our lications such as Bon Appetit, Gourmet, valuable habitat and wildlife, including ing to the DOD, REPI is “a key tool really “ours.” We are temporary caretak- own representatives elected into offi ce,” Los Angeles Times, Daily News, Ven- a robust population of the threatened for combating encroachment that can ers,” Michael Beck, Executive Offi cer of Washington, D.C., 10/13/2015 – said Genevieve Jopanda, KAYA Na- tura County Star, Acorn, Santa Monica coastal California gnatcatcher. limit or restrict military training, testing, the Endangered Habitats Conservancy, KAYA: Filipino Americans for Progress tional Co-Chair. “Now, it is our turn as Courier and Asian Journal. The property – known as Lakeside and operations.” The Lakeside Downs said. “Conservation of the Lakeside hosted the third annual National Filipino leaders to make sure that the excitement Proceeds from the fundraiser will go Downs – is located west of State Route acquisition preserves important habitat Downs property moves us closer to American Town Hall in Washington, we had during the town hall translates toward KAYA’s programs aimed at 67 (SR 67) in the unincorporated beyond the boundary of MCAS Miramar meeting that aspiration and ensuring that D.C. on Oct. 2, bringing together leaders into action.” fostering emerging Filipino American Lakeside area, just outside of Santee’s for the California gnatcatcher, which is the globally signifi cant ecosystems of from across the country to discuss issues After the town hall, KAYA hosted leaders and increasing the number conservation boundaries and about three federally listed as a threatened species. San Diego County and Southern Califor- affecting the community and ways to the AAPI Community Reception and of Filipino Americans in all levels of miles from Marine Corps Air Station By doing so, the acquisition reduces nia will persist into the future.” mobilize Filipino Americans ahead of Filipino Food Showcase, an event that government. (MCAS) Miramar. Previously proposed on-station conservation pressures and re- The Conservancy purchased Lakeside the 2016 presidential elections. highlighted the burgeoning Filipino food “The support we received in planning for a 140-home development, Lakeside strictions on military readiness training. Downs from Helix 1960, Ltd. and Helix More than 200 leaders participated in scene that is growing across the country. the national town hall shows that our Downs contains high-value coastal sage “Lakeside Downs is the 34th open Land Co., Ltd. It closed escrow on the events throughout the day, including In addition to showcasing dishes from community can rise to the challenge scrub habitat and extensive stands of space acquisition that SANDAG has property on August 30, 2015. SANDAG helped to complete through the TransNet and the Department of the Navy, on both the KAYA town hall held at the Washington, DC-area businesses such as ( Continued on page 7 ) spiny redberry, host plant for the rare Southeast Asia Resource Action Center Manila Mart, North Star Cafe and Grill Hermes Copper Butterfl y. The property Environmental Mitigation Program. behalf of the U.S. Marine Corps, hold and reception held at Capitale DC, as is strategically located, helping to close Thanks to the voter-approved TransNet conservation easements over the prop- well as the fi rst-ever celebration of gaps between lands that are conserved or program, we’ve preserved nearly 3,800 erty, ensuring long-term preservation. Filipino American History Month at the Congresswoman Susan Davis to proposed for conservation. acres of important natural resources About SANDAG White House hosted by the White House Through its TransNet Environmental to date,” SANDAG Chair and Santee The San Diego Association of Govern- Offi ce of Public Engagement and the host college affordability forum Mitigation Program (EMP), SANDAG Councilmember Jack Dale said. “The ments (SANDAG) is the San Diego White House Initiative on Asian Ameri- contributed $4 million toward the $8 Lakeside Downs acquisition is another region’s primary public planning, trans- cans and Pacifi c Islanders. SAN DIEGO – As student loan debt is Grossmont College is located at 8800 million acquisition. The TransNet EMP example of SANDAG following through portation, and research agency, provid- The town hall included keynote reaching record proportions, Congress- Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon, CA is funded by the regional half-cent sales with its commitment to voters to make ing the public forum for regional policy remarks by Mark Pulido, City Council woman Susan Davis (D-San Diego) will 92020. Space is limited. Attendees are tax for transportation approved by vot- environmental protection a key priority decisions about growth, transportation Member of Cerritos, CA, and a data host a forum on college affordability. asked to RSVP at Davis’s website. ers countywide in 2004. Through this in the region.” planning and construction, environmen- presentation by Jessica Caloza, a KAYA The forum, to be held from 6:00 p.m. to Student loan debt has reached $1.2 award-winning program, SANDAG The Endangered Habitats Conservancy tal management, housing, open space, board member, highlighting the commu- 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10 at trillion. That’s more than credit card goes above and beyond what is required (EHC) worked together with all the energy, public safety, and binational top- nity’s political participation and lack of Griffi n Gate on the Grossmont College debt and auto loan debt. It works out to by law to support environmental con- partners to put together the acquisition ics. SANDAG is governed by a Board of representation in positions of infl uence. campus, will bring together experts on an average of $28,000 per borrower with servation and restoration to offset the and is now the owner and manager of Directors composed of mayors, council Her presentation was followed by higher education and fi nancial aid. an average of 13.4 years to pay off a effects of transportation projects. Sav- the land. EHC’s mission is to acquire, members, and supervisors from each a panel discussion featuring Cerritos “Students as well as parents are feeling student loan debt. ings from prudent management of the manage, monitor, and maintain land in of the region’s 18 cities and the county City Council Member Mark Pulido; the weight of mounting student loan Davis is supporting legislation in EMP has recently allowed SANDAG to California for habitat protection and government. Maj. Gen. Tony Taguba (Ret.), Chair of debt and the rising cost of college,” said the House to not only help reduce the the Filipino Veterans Recognition and Davis, a senior member of the House burden of student loan debt but she is Education Projects; Rozita Lee, former Committee on Education and the Work- also working to make college more af- Commissioner on the President’s Advi- force. “There are legislative solutions fordable. County, CAL FIRE Launch Paramedic Service in Jacumba sory Commission on Asian Americans that Congress must address, but we can and Pacifi c; Irene Bueno, co-founder also provide people with information ### San Diego County News Center | SAN Authority’s service area. A new para- to Jacumba has been at least a 30-minute and partner at Nueva Vista Group, LLC; on how to manage debt and pitfalls to DIEGO, 10/13/2015 — San Diego medic engine at Jacumba is the seventh drive away.” Eric Salcedo, National Field Director avoid.” Congresswoman Davis represents County Fire and CAL FIRE are making that County Fire has added over the past The area surrounding the Jacumba at Asian and Pacifi c Islander American Representatives from the Department the 53rd Congressional District, which a major upgrade to fi re and emergency few years. Other new, County Fire- fi re station has a population of approxi- Vote (APIAVote) and Angelo Mathay, of Education and fi nancial aid offi cers includes La Mesa, Lemon Grove, Spring medical services at the County’s Jacum- funded paramedic engines now operate mately 570 and includes a segment of Associate Policy Analyst at the Na- from local colleges will be on hand to Valley and parts of San Diego, El Cajon, ba fi re station with the launch this week out of the Otay, Jamul, Lake Morena, Interstate 8 that is highly traveled and tional Center on Immigration Integration answer questions about the Free Appli- and Chula Vista. She is a senior member of round-the-clock paramedic service. Pine Valley, Descanso and Intermoun- has numerous traffi c-related incidents Policy. cation for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) of the House Armed Services Commit- It’s the fi rst time ever the service has tain stations. requiring medical intervention and para- The panel not only highlighted the nu- and responsible loan ownership. A Legal tee, serving as the Ranking Member of been offered from the station, located “We continue to take big steps to boost medic response. A County-funded, CAL merous issues that are affecting us today, Aid Society lawyer will discuss student the Military Personnel Subcommittee. south of Interstate 8 near the Mexican emergency medical services in our FIRE-staffed paramedic fi re engine be- but also the dearth of Filipino American consumer rights. Registration for the She also serves on the House Committee border. backcountry, and bringing 24/7 service gan serving the area Monday. New staff leaders willing to take the challenge of event begins at 6:00 p.m. The program on Education and the Workforce. Follow The upgrade is part of an overall ef- to Jacumba is an important part of that positions included a fi re captain, two fi re fort to increase paramedic capabilities effort,” said Supervisor Dianne Jacob. representing us in local, state and federal will start at 6:30 p.m. and is scheduled to her on Twitter: @RepSusanDavis ( Continued on page 7 ) run until 8:30 p.m. throughout the San Diego County Fire “Until now, the closest paramedic engine California Governor Jerry Brown Signs

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Page 6 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 16-22, 2015 PerspectivesPerspectives Bailiwicks strokes and heart attacks and had been In Makati (Binay’s Bailiwick), Team PNoy in and out of the hospital. He had a had 8 winners while UNA only had 4. In fact, breathing machine and other apparatus Nancy Binay was only No. 3 and Jack Enrile attached to his face and body, and was No. 17. In San Juan (Estrada’s Bailiwick), pale and skeletal in appearance. I almost Team PNoy had 8 winners while UNA 4. JV Ejercito Estrada was only No. 2, Nancy did not recognize him. His face light- Binay No. 14, and Jack Enrile No. 18. In ened when he saw us, and he shed tears Cagayan (Enrile’s Bailiwick), the results are when I reminded him about our good the same – Team PNoy 8, UNA 4. But Jack old days. He had been a survivor. When Enrile was No. 1, Nancy Binay No.2, JV E. almost everybody gave up on him, he Estrada, No. 8. would partially recover. What kept him In Tarlac (PNoy’s Bailiwick), Team PNoy alive were not only the medicines and had 9 winners, UNA 3. In Iloilo (Drilon’s attention of his doctors and nurses, but Bailiwick), Team PNoy had 10 winners, the love and affection of his family. UNA only 2. In Capiz, (Roxas’ Bailiwick), Team PNoy had 11 winners, UNA only 1. With almost 15 children and a lot more In Aid of Leni Robredo’s Based on this analysis, there is a desire Mabuhay si Rocky Bungay! grandchildren, the love bestowed on by the Filipino voters for Daang Matuwid a sick person like him would be more than enough to prop him up and keep to continue; that a Visayan deserves to be ( Continued from page 1 ) record for receiving the most Christmas Discernment the next President, and someone from Bicol him alive. Now that he has passed away, gifts. (Ben Maynigo is on vacation. We are mother’s children. should be Vice President. sons told me that in addition to Rocky would get a much-deserved rest writing for Baguio newspapers, If only for that reason, publishers and and hopefully the recognition, albeit republishing this article instead. Ac- editors like us consider it newsworthy cording to the Google Counter, it is the Low Poll Ratings – Winnability Qualifi cations Rocky had been a Tagalog writer belatedly, of the Filipino community he Numbers tell good stories. Surveys are Rep. Leni Robredo humbly thinks that she enough to merit the front page. second most widely read column of his.) for former Presidents Diosdado unselfi shly served. attractive because they are indicators of a is not ready to occupy a position as high In the name of his 16th child, the as Vice President. PNoy, Mar Roxas, the candidate’s standing from the electorate at Macapagal and Ferdinand Mar- First meeting Mabuhay Times, we in the Asian Journal The Liberal Party was set to announce the time they were taken. So they change Liberal Party, the Yellow Army, groups from I fi rst met Rocky upon arriving in San Roxas’ running mate and its Senatorial in time. What really counts are the actual the civil society, netizens and many more cos. would like to say, “Mabuhay si Rocky He migrated to the United States dur- Diego in 1982. I was the editor of the Bungay!” (Long Live Rocky Bungay!)– slate tomorrow, September 30, 2015 as votes delivered on Election Day, or the most think otherwise. Not only does she have the Asian American Times then, which Gar- I write this column. But reports say that reliable survey if ever, would have to be that legal qualifi cations including citizenship and ing the seventies, wrote Tagalog poems AJ residency, she has the academic and profes- for several Filipino newspapers, and dy Avendano published. We were trying the announcement has been delayed taken a few days before. to put up of a press club and would see until Monday, October 5th. In most cases, the surveys or statistics as a sional preparation and work experiences. eventually put up the Mabuhay Times. She is an economist and lawyer. In fact, she each other every now and then. I understand that Rep. Leni Robredo science is very dependent upon the reliability His Tagalog poems were refreshing and Pentagon execs: of the numerical data being analyzed. Scien- was a human rights lawyer providing free I’ve always called him “Rocky,” not is still discerning and praying as she enjoyable for many Filipino emigrants tifi cally chosen, a group of would-be voters legal assistance to the needy. She worked who were reminded of their life back “Mang Rocky” or “Mr. Bungay,” which decides whether to accept the offer numbering less than 2000 were relied upon with NGOs in providing assistance to the is how an elderly person should be US Navy to send of President Benigno Aquino III, and home. I remember Rocky writing poems by both Pulse Asia and SWS. Yet the results, poor and the hungry. She assisted her late about important events like Christmas, addressed with respect in our Filipino the LP Presidential standard bearer husband Jesse in becoming a very effi cient although mere projections or estimates, seem Philippine Independence day and Holy culture. I treated him like my barkada ships near man- Mar Roxas to be the Vice Presidential to be accepted by most including the candi- and effective DILG Secretary and as an Week. Because of this rare talent, no one (peer) although he was almost like my candidate. dates themselves like Rep. Leni Robredo. Award-Winning Mayor of Naga. Within a father, with many of his children older short period of time, she had a good record could fi ll his big shoes when he retired Her concerns that needed discernment In a previous column/blog, I did an analysis than I. We became friends despite the made islands of the results of the 2013 Senatorial Elec- of outstanding achievements as a Congress- and he was sorely missed. include the following: apparent objections age difference due to our common inter- Philstar.com | MANILA, 10/9/2015 — from her children; her low poll ratings – tions. The numbers refl ected real votes woman representing Naga. est in writing and publishing a commu- Pentagon offi cials told a US-based mili- meaning winnability; her seeming inadequate counted and they amounted to millions. In Most importantly, Leni embodies Humility, Good looking tary newspaper that the United States Honesty, Honor, and Hope. Supply creates nity newspaper. qualifi cations to be VP; and although not be- the battle of coalitions, Team PNoy (Daang Rocky Bungay was a good-looking Navy is gearing to deploy a surface Matuwid) clobbered VP Binay’s UNA. There its own demand. Once Leni becomes known And for publishers who have experi- ing mentioned, insuffi cient resources to fund man. With his neatly combed hair, sharp ship near China's artifi cial islands in the an effi cient and effective national campaign. were nine (9) winners belonging to Team for what she is nationally, the demand would features and moustache, I imagine he enced the ups and downs of the busi- PNoy while there were only 3 among UNA be there. ness, the joys and disappointments of disputed South China Sea. was much more handsome when young The Navy Times on Thursday cited Children’s Objections candidates. and could easily pass for a movie actor. our profession, it is more than enough to Aika who studied Management Engineer- A deeper analysis of the results in the re- Resources narrow the gap between our age differ- unnamed military sources who bared the ing at Ateneo University is now 28 years gions and the bailiwicks of the leaders would This is the last thing that she should worry With his talent as a Tagalog poet, with mission to send ships within the Beijing- about. Running with Mar Roxas and fully equal facility in the Pampango and ences and cement our brotherhood in the old. She is now gainfully employed. Tricia give you very interesting results. profession. Our friendship goes beyond imposed 12-nautical-mile territorial limit is 21 and studying at the Ateneo School of Regions supported by PNoy and the Liberal Party and Ilocano dialects, I am sure he had many around the reclaimed areas. Medicine and Public Health. She works at The Visayans and the Bicolanos delivered its allies, both will not only have the Mes- women fans. But then, he had been hap- age differences. I call him “Rocky” not out of disrespect but from respect for While the Washington Post carried a the ABS-CBN and the Jesse Robredo Foun- 10 winners for Team PNoy and only 2 UNA. sage (Daang Matuwid), the Machinery (Pre- pily married for more than fi fty years to similar report citing senior Pentagon dation. Jillian is 15 and wants to follow the The Mindanao provinces including the cinct level), Manpower (Volunteers and paid his wife Magdalena. his decision to trod the hard and bumpy Muslims delivered 9-3 while NCR and all the employees), and Money, but also competent road in community newspaper publish- offi cials, the Navy Times noted that the footsteps of Kris Aquino. This happy marriage produced thirteen, plan only awaits approval of American I do not think that their objection is because Regions north of it delivered 8 – 4. Management to effi ciently and effectively yes, thirteen biological children, plus ing. run a winning campaign. President Barack Obama. of their mother’s involvement in politics. She The Bicolanos made sure that 7 of the 9 two adopted ones. By all accounts, he One time, we drove in one car from UNA candidates led by Estrada and Enrile This is in aid of Leni Robredo’s discern- The news came days after US Pacifi c already is. Their father has been in it since must have raised them well, as they San Diego to Los Angeles and back to their childhood. It is really more because, at would not make it to the Magic 12. The ment. It comes with ardent, powerful, and meet an advertiser. That almost fi ve-hour Fleet commander Adm. Scott Swift most heartfelt prayers. became successful in their professions this time, it is a bigger stage – more challeng- Ilonggos and the Cebuanos also made sure trip enabled me to know him better as a issued a blunt warning in a conference that 7 out of 9 UNA candidates led by and businesses, the best measurement of es, more involvement, more sacrifi ces, more person, and we grew much closer since in Sydney against China that maritime commitments, more responsibilities. Estrada and Enrile would not make the win- one’s success. "friction points" may extend inland. On the other hand, it also presents certain ning 12. Get the best results for When he was still active, I always then. Bedridden "Today the friction points may be at opportunities made available as they con- What this meant was that the Visayans led your classified ad with looked forward to the January issue of sea, over the horizon, seemingly held template a career path for the present and the by Roxas and Drilon delivered to deserve the the Mabuhay Times. Almost always, his About three weeks ago, I found out 2016 Presidential endorsement and the Sen- our 3-in-1 price offer Rocky was already bedridden in a hos- safely at a distance from our day-to-day future. picture would be on the front page; he lives ashore," Swift said at the Royal Endowed with love for country and nation, ate Presidency, respectively. It also meant via online+digital+print would be depicted buried by hundreds pital in Hemet, California, a 90-minute I am certain that they would be willing to that the Bicolanos led by Robredo and LP drive from San Diego. Together with Australian Navy's Sea Power conference followers delivered to deserve and reserve editions. Only from of gifts he received that Christmas. If earlier this week. share their mother and her God-given talents you have fi fteen children, and dozens some friends, we took a day off and to the Filipino people at this time of our his- the Vice Presidential seat for their region in the Asian Jurnal visited him. He was a shadow of his old tory. Why? They are their father’s and their 2016. of grandchildren, a rarity in San Diego ( Continued on page 15 ) 619.474.0588 County, you could very well break the self. At the age of 78, he had suffered No dirty clothes to wash! 12) A clean – really clean – garage No dirty clothes to wash! fl oor (does this every really happen to anyone?) Divine Mercy Shrine Monday morning I groggily stumbled in Encinitas, California into the bathroom shedding clothes 13) The cleanliness of a windshield af- getting ready to take a shower. I opened ter it rains and the wipers are brand new www.divinemercyhills.org the hamper to toss in the clothes and saw one of the most amazing things I have 14) A computer that works, is fast, ever seen. It was an empty, pristine, and still has that “out-of-the-box” new Be part of the story. dirty clothes hamper, devoid of any dirty computer smell clothes whatsoever. all that high. But on a day-to-day basis, people religion is either a form of good Yes, we did laundry the day before; 15) A photograph that comes out the those twenty are pretty darn beautiful parent/bad child relationships or simply you know, the fi nal laundry before a new way you imagined it would (this rarely indeed. punishment. But that doesn’t have to be week starts. Like most everyone else happens, of course, which is why it’s so That’s the key: “On a day-to-day ba- the case. who goes through a ritual of this kind, beautiful when it actually does occur) sis.” We generally recognize rare beau- Here are a few things to think on: we emptied all three hampers (ours and ty, or beauty that we see rarely. We are the two belonging to our kids) and car- 16) A perfect bowl of rice awed by the beauty hanging on gallery Where’s the beauty in your religion? Beauty can be everywhere ried the stuff into the laundry room to be walls, or see in park and civic statues, or sorted, washed and dried. 17) A newly-opened bottle of Baron hear from symphony orchestras. Where’s the beauty in your politics? This life has many beautiful A steaming cup of coffee or tea in the There did seem to be quite a bit of Philippe DeRothchild wine But on a day-to-day basis there are all early hours of a cold morning is some- laundry, especially since we had just sorts of other kinds of beauty, just some Where’s the beauty in your job? things indeed thing beautiful to behold. gone through this same procedure 18) An icy-cold drink on a horren- of which I noted above. Beauty comes Wednesday. You see, Wednesday is the dously hot day in all kinds of packages, wrapped in all Where’s the beauty in your relation- There are beautiful things around A freshly washed car is a thing of beauty – particularly if you were the one fi rst laundry day and then Sunday is the sorts of guises, played from any number ships? us everywhere we look. Imagine the second laundry day. Why we have two 19) The smell of a baby of instruments. beauty of a sunrise and sunset, snow who washed it. Can there be anything more beautiful laundry days I will never know, other Too often we have trouble recogniz- Where’s the beauty in your food, drink, freshly fallen in a forest, the power of than if we just had one laundry day we 20) Money in a wallet you thought was ing beauty for what it really is when we clothes, self? the ocean swells. than the smile of a baby? Actually, there can be something more would never get through it all. empty see it everyday. Heck, a snore can be There is the beauty of Hawaii, of a So anyway, there it was, a perfectly a beautiful sound if we have been in a Where‘s the beauty in you? And yes, jungle after a tropical rain, of the Grand beautiful than many of those things. And that is the astounding view that you get clean and empty laundry basket, so Okay, I will grant you that on a list silent, lonely bed for too long. it does exist. Sometimes we just forget Canyon, or of city lights glistening in the beautiful to the eyes and mind. of beautiful things in the universe the Here’s another thought: religion can be to look. Why don’t you start looking… dark of night. when you open the dirty clothes hamper and it is empty. As I stepped into the shower I began twenty above would probably not rank beautiful. Yes, I realize that for many now. to contemplate all the beautiful things around us – not the usual beautiful things like I discussed earlier, but beauti- ful things that we do not normally think of as beautiful, things like an empty laundry hamper. So I began to think of other weird beautiful things. And yes, I will have to share them with you – why should I keep all this beauty to myself?

Twenty weirdly beautiful things

1) A spotless sink

2) Streak-free mirrors

3) A back seat with no toys

4) A dog during that short time between baths and getting dirty again

5) A child during that short time be- tween baths and getting dirty again

6) A bathtub during that short time between baths and getting dirty again

7) A tie perfectly knotted

8) A freshly made omelet

9) An empty wastebasket 10) Brilliantly polished shoes

11) A perfectly tuned car October 16-22, 2015 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com Page 7 Balik Bayani by Ruel Borgonia

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Jose Rizal : The Greatest Balik Bayani(Part 2) El Filibusterismo country to the highest seat of glory and The word "fi libustero" wrote Rizal to develop the people’s mentality. Since to his friend, Ferdinand Blumentritt, is education is the foundation of society very little known in the Philippines. The and a prerequisite for social progress, masses do not know it yet. Rizal claimed that only through educa- Jose Alejandro, one of the new Filipi- tion could the country be saved from nos who had been quite intimate with domination. Rizal, said, "in writing the Noli Rizal Rizal’s philosophy of education, signed his own death warrant." Subse- therefore, centers on the provision of quent events, after the fate of the Noli proper motivation in order to bolster the was sealed by the Spanish authorities, great social forces that make education a prompted Rizal to write the continuation success, to create in the youth an innate of his fi rst novel. desire to cultivate his intelligence and Rizal confessed, however, that regret- give him life eternal. ted very much having killed Elias Religious Philosophy instead of Ibarra, reasoning that when he Rizal grew up nurtured by a closely- published the Noli his health was very knit Catholic family, was educated in much broken, and was very unsure of the foremost Catholic schools of the being able to write the continuation and period in the elementary, secondary and speak of a revolution. college levels; logically, therefore, he Explaining to Marcelo H. del Pilar should have been a propagator of strictly his inability to contribute articles to the Catholic traditions. La Solidaridad, Rizal said that he was However, later in life, he developed a haunted by certain sad presentiments, life philosophy of a different nature, a and that he had been dreaming almost philosophy of a different Catholic prac- every night of dead relatives and friends tice intermingled with the use of Truth a few days before his 29th birthday, that and Reason. is why he wanted to fi nish the second Rizal did not believe in the Catho- part of the Noli at all costs. lic dogma that salvation was only for Consequently, as expected of a deter- Catholics and that outside Christianity, mined character, Rizal apparently went salvation was not possible even if Catho- in writing, for to his friend, Blumentritt, lics composed only a small minority of he wrote on March 29, 1891: "I have the world’s religious groups. fi nished my book. Ah! I’ve not written it Nor did he believe in the Catholic with any idea of vengeance against my observation of fasting as a sacrifi ce, nor enemies, but only for the good of those in the sale of such religious items as the who suffer and for the rights of Tagalog cross, medals, rosaries and the like in humanity, although brown and not good- order to propagate the Faith and raise looking." church funds. Rizal and the Katipunan He also lambasted the superstitious beliefs On June 21, 1896. Dr. Pio Valenzuela, propagated by the priests in the church and Bonifacio’s emissary, visited Rizal in in the schools. All of these and a lot more are Dapitan and informed him of the plan evidences of Rizal’s religious philosophy. Political Philosophy of the Katipunan to launch a revolu- In Rizal’s political view, a conquered coun- tion. Rizal objected to Bonifacio’s bold try like the Philippines should not be taken project stating that such would be a advantage of but rather should be developed, veritable suicide. Rizal stressed that the civilized, educated and trained in the science Katipunan leaders should do everything of self-government. possible to prevent premature fl ow of He bitterly assailed and criticized in native blood. Valenzuela, however, publications the apparent backwardness of warned Rizal that the Revolution will the Spanish ruler’s method of governing the inevitably break out if the Katipunan country which resulted in: would be discovered. 1. the bondage and slavery of the con- quered ; Sensing that the revolutionary leaders 2. the Spanish government’s requirement were dead set on launching their auda- of forced labor and force military service cious project, Rizal instructed Valenzu- upon the n natives; Bedtime ela that it would be for the best interests 3. the abuse of power by means of exploi- ( Continued from page 4 ) of the Katipunan to get fi rst the support tation; Earlier studies have not shown any of the rich and infl uential people of 4. the government ruling that any com- type 2 diabetes prevention benefi t from Manila to strengthen their cause. plaint against the authorities was criminal; blood pressure medications, but that Rizal further suggested that Antonio and Luna with his knowledge of military 5. Making the people ignorant, destitute may be because people were asked to and fanatic, thus discouraging the formation take the drugs in the morning, Zach- science and tactics, be made to direct the of a national sentiment. ary Bloomgarden, M.D., a professor military operations of the Revolution Rizal’s guiding political philosophy proved of medicine at the Mount Sinai Icahn Rizals Philosophies in Life(www. to be the study and application of reforms, School of Medicine in New York City, joserizal.ph) the extension of human rights, the training told HealthDay. Being one of the prominent representa- for self government and the arousing of spirit “This could be a very important study, tives of Filipino personalities, Jose Rizal of discontent over oppression, brutality, which would infl uence how we treat is a fi t subject whose life philosophy inhumanity, sensitiveness and self love. high blood pressure in people with deserves to be recognized. Ethical Philosophy diabetes and people at risk for diabetes,” Educational Philosophy The study of human behavior as to whether Rizal’s concept of the importance of it is good or bad or whether it is right or he said. wrong is that science upon which Rizal’s education is clearly enunciated in his ethical philosophy was based. work entitled Instruction wherein he The fact that the Philippines was under sought improvements in the schools and Spanish domination during Rizal’s time led More than 200 in the methods of teaching. him to subordinate his philosophy to moral ( Continued from page 5 ) He maintained that the backwardness problems. This trend was much more needed of his country during the Spanish ear at that time because the Spaniards and the of mobilizing ourselves to political was not due to the Filipinos’ indiffer- Filipinos had different and sometimes con- action,” said Romeo Ymalay, KAYA ence, apathy or indolence as claimed by fl icting morals. National Co-Chair. “Once again, the op- the rulers, but to the neglect of the Span- The moral status of the Philippines during portunity presents itself to us. It is now ish authorities in the islands. For Rizal, this period was one with a lack of freedom, our responsibility to make the best of the mission of education is to elevate the ( Continued on page 15 ) that opportunity.” at Manila stock brokerage First Grade Philippine fi rms Holdings. County The Philippines had for decades en- ( Continued from page 5 ) ( Continued from page 1 ) dured low economic growth compared with other Asian tiger economies, partly apparatus engineers and three fi refi ghter In May, the company said it due to crippling corruption and red tape. paramedics. This is the fi rst time the sta- would bid to acquire French co- But in recent years the economy tion has been staffed at this level. gnac maker Louis Royer SAS. has been one of the strongest in Asia, “This is an exciting time in the There has been no resolution in that averaging growth of 6.3% between 2010 evolution of County Fire,” said Tony attempt yet but last year it paid 430 mil- and 2014. Mecham, Chief of CAL FIRE San Diego lion pounds ($726 million) for Scottish President Benigno Aquino, whose and County Fire. whisky maker Whyte and Mackay. 6-year term ends in 2016, has been The Jacumba fi re station is located Emperador also spent 60 million euros widely credited overseas for the eco- at 1255 Jacumba Rd. in Jacumba CA ($82 million) last year for half of Span- nomic gains due to his efforts to tackle 91934. ish brandy producer Bodega Las Copas. graft and stifl ing government bureau- The Philippines’ third-richest man, cracy. Enrique Razon, has made headlines by This year the economy has slowed but expanding on the port operator business still expanded by 5.3% in the fi rst half. Now is the time that has made him his fortune by setting But many of the enduring problems ( Continued from page 5 ) his sights on the Asian gaming market. remain at home and these are forcing the throat, a runny or stuffy nose, chills, fatigue He opened a billion-dollar casino in local fi rms to look elsewhere, accord- and body aches. Children may also have Manila in 2013, and then in March this ing to Victor Abola, an economist at the nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. year his Bloombery Resorts fi rm an- University of Asia and the Pacifi c. To stop the spread of fl u and other respira- nounced it was buying an island and part “It’s not so much a lack of growth tory illnesses, Californians should also: of another one in South Korea for his opportunities (locally),” Abola said, · Stay home when sick fi rst overseas gaming foray. explaining why Filipino companies were · Cover a cough or sneeze with a tissue Analysts said these were some of the investing abroad. and properly dispose of the used tissue “It’s about the government changing · Wash hands thoroughly with soap highest-profi le acquisitions overseas, but and warm water or an alcohol-based hand there were many others in a wide range the rules of the game midstream... and sanitizer of sectors, including telecommunica- slow action on proposals.” · Avoid touching your eyes, nose and tions, power, fast food and oil. The Philippines ranks 95th out of 189 mouth Awash with cash economies based on ease of doing busi- Dr. Smith encourages Californians to Filipino fi rms are leveraging their ness, according to The World Bank’s contact their health care provider, physician earnings from a robust local economy International Finance Group. offi ce, clinic or pharmacy about obtaining to snap up bargains in countries where But that is a huge improvement: under the fl u vaccine. Some local health depart- growth has slowed, analysts said. Aquino’s reign the Philippines has ments may also offer low- or no-cost fl u “These companies have huge stashes of moved up 53 spots in the last 4 years. – immunizations. For more information about the fl u visit the CDPH infl uenza web page. cash and they are maximising it to com- Joel Guinto, AFP/ Rappler.com To fi nd a fl u vaccine location near you, visit pliment their existing businesses,” said Graphic by Raffy de Guzman www.fl u.gov. Astro del Castillo, managing director Page 8 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 16-22, 2015 HousingHousing && RealReal EstateEstate C.A.R. analysis fi nds signifi cant disparity between home prices and Why InterCon Manila is closing what buyers can truly afford after 46 years Dearth of housing supply at affordable prices exacerbates Price that housing affordability issue. STATE/ Median Median REGION/ Income Median Price Income $ Difference % Difference - Only seven of 32 reporting counties COUNTY Household in California had a home price that a Can Afford typical median-income household in the CA SFH counties can afford. & Condo/ $60,240 $446,980 $304,490 $142,490 46.8% - Less than one-third of the state’s Townhomes S.F. Bay Area housing inventory was at or below the Alameda $72,470 $710,190 $366,260 $343,931 93.9% home price a typical household earning Contra-Costa $76,220 $689,690 $385,230 $304,462 79.0% the median income can afford. Marin $93,000 $979,380 $470,040 $509,337 108.4% - San Francisco’s second quarter me- Napa $69,720 $593,510 $352,370 $241,140 68.4% dian home price was 225 percent higher San Francisco $75,910 $1,247,570 $383,670 $863,899 225.2% than what a typical median-income San Mateo $89,430 $1,075,390 $452,020 $623,365 137.9% Santa Clara $93,830 $884,030 $474,230 $409,802 86.4% household in that county can purchase. Solano $64,620 $345,450 $326,600 $18,852 5.8% Sonoma $64,000 $523,940 $323,450 $200,491 62.0% California Association of Realtors | Southern LOS ANGELES (Aug. 20) – Only seven California of California’s counties are affordable to Los Angeles $54,510 $436,010 $275,530 $160,481 58.2% A photo of Hotel InterContinental redevelop in the coming year. home buyers who earn the areas’ median Orange County $72,860 $619,970 $368,230 $251,735 68.4% Manila. Photo taken from the hotel’s “We thank InterContinental Hotels household income, while homes in 25 Riverside $53,010 $321,350 $267,940 $53,407 19.9% Facebook page Group for the long and fruitful partner- counties were out of reach for the typi- County San Bernardino $50,640 $222,310 $255,970 -$33,659 -13.1% ship which spans 46 years,” Manny cal household, according to analysis by San Diego $61,770 $475,230 $312,180 $163,047 52.2% ABS CBN News | MANILA, Blas, Ayala Land vice president and the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF Ventura $73,040 $538,250 $369,190 $169,065 45.8% 10/10/2015 - Hotel InterContinental head of operations for Makati, said in a REALTORS® (C.A.R.). Furthermore, Central Coast Manila, which was designed by Na- press release. less than a third of the state’s inven- Monterey $58,980 $487,220 $298,120 $189,098 63.4% tional Artist for Architecture Leandro “It was one of the fi rst developments tory of available single-family homes, San Luis $62,960 $499,050 $318,210 $180,837 56.8% Locsin, will be closing down by year- that helped to establish Makati as a condominiums, and townhomes for sale Obispo end, property giant Ayala Land Inc. premier central business district, and this was at or below the home price that a Santa Barbara $64,570 $685,310 $326,360 $358,950 110.0% Santa Cruz $70,960 $672,570 $358,650 $313,918 87.5% announced Friday. legacy will be upheld by the continuous household earning the California median Central Valley The 46-year-old hotel will be ceasing enhancement of Makati,” he added. income of $60,244 can afford. Fresno $42,920 $216,160 $216,910 -$755 -0.3% operations as soon as the management Blas also said that Ayala Land Inc. “The signifi cant disparity between what Kings County $48,220 $186,330 $243,730 -$57,403 -23.6% contract between AyalaLand Hotels “deliberately planned the redevelopment home buyers can realistically afford and Madera $42,820 $215,710 $216,440 -$730 -0.3% and Resorts Corporation’s subsidiary in such a way that all of its property actual home price is discouraging, especially Merced $45,580 $203,930 $230,350 -$26,424 -11.5% and InterContinental Hotels Group components are pulled together by an in the San Francisco Bay Area,” said C.A.R. Placer County $69,440 $393,340 $350,960 $42,381 12.1% President Chris Kutzkey. “While housing Sacramento $53,880 $282,770 $272,310 $10,460 3.8% ends on December 31, 2015. expansive, modern, and comfortable is affordable in some regions of the state, San Joaquin $51,030 $280,030 $257,910 $22,125 8.6% The closure allows Ayala Land Inc. intermodal transport facility, which will California lacks an adequate supply and mix Stanislaus $46,070 $243,710 $232,830 $10,884 4.7% to move forward with its plan “to ultimately ease traffi c and pedestrian of affordable housing in locations where the Tulare $41,340 $188,740 $208,920 -$20,184 -9.7% transform the entrance of Ayala Center fl ow in the EDSA-Ayala area.” majority of the state’s workforce resides.” Other Counties Makati into a modern gateway, with a “By constantly striving to change the In the second quarter of 2015, the statewide in California fi rst-of-its-kind intermodal transport landscape and optimizing the use of median price of $446,980 was nearly 50 per- Butte County $43,610 $253,040 $220,390 $32,648 14.8% facility designed especially for the space, we believe that the Makati central cent higher than what a California household El Dorado $69,060 $411,760 $349,050 $62,706 18.0% commuting public.” business district will remain competitive with the median income of $60,244 could County Hotel InterContinental Manila is and continue to contribute signifi cantly afford to purchase. Humboldt $43,920 $260,980 $221,980 $39,001 17.6% Twenty-fi ve of the 32 reporting California Shasta $46,870 $231,820 $236,910 -$5,090 -2.1% currently sitting on a portion of the to the country’s economic development counties had a higher median price than property that the company plans to in the years to come,” he said. the actual home price that a household difference of $623,370 or 138 percent. ing affordable counties, with median-income of $446,980. earning a median income could afford. As Only seven California counties – primarily buyers able to afford a home more than the For the Bay Area, the picture is even bleaker, expected, San Francisco was the least afford- in the Central Valley and Northern California actual median home price of those counties. with San Francisco and San Mateo counties able county where households earning the – had homes that a median-income household Further exacerbating high housing costs is having available, affordable inventory of only median income of $75,910, were only able could afford, with Kings County being the the lack of supply of homes that a house- 2.1 percent and 3.1 percent, respectively. to afford a $383,670 home – a difference of most affordable in terms of the price dif- hold earning the median income can afford. Seven of the 32 counties reported by C.A.R. ROOM FOR RENT $863,900 or 225 percent, compared to the ferential. In Kings County, a median-income Statewide, less than a third (29 percent) of had an inventory of 10 percent or below the Quiet Neighborhood in National City. Close to all. actual second quarter 2015 median home household could afford to purchase a home the available homes, including single-family, ( Continued on page 15 ) price of $1,247,570. San Mateo County was priced at $243,730, or $57,400 more than the condos, and townhomes, were at or below No smoking. No drugs. Call 619. 746.3416 the second least affordable county, with the actual median home price of $186,330. Mer- the $304,490 price that a household earning typical median-income household able to ced, San Bernardino, Tulare, Shasta, Fresno, the median income can afford – $142,490 afford a $452,020 home, compared to the and Madera counties rounded out the remain- less than the actual California median price actual median-priced home of $1,075,390 – a

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Raising Grandchildren In San Diego County, about 24,000 Throughout his time in the US NAVY I grandparents or other relatives have remember the times when my brothers and primary responsibility for raising and I would go with him to his work from when he was a Mess Specialist to when he became caring for their grandchildren. Raising a Master At Arms. There was this one time children a second time around comes when I was about 14 I can remember so with rewards as well as some challenges. vividly when he brought me along with him To help people in this situation take to the FLEET ASW Training Center and on the challenges of raising a young receiving my own white hat also known as family member, the County Health and a “Dixie Cup”. I was even promised my Human Services Agency’s South Region My sons’ memories of their loving dad own set of dungarees by the sailors there is sponsoring a Grandparents Raising (A Reprint) which I thought was the coolest thing at the Grandchildren forum. The event will time…but for those of you who were in the take place Saturday, Oct. 17 from 8:30 Navy, they weren’t very stylish at all. So after High School when my friends would a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Chula Vista go to College and pursue their dream job….I Learning Community Charter School, pursued mine, which was to follow in my 590 K Street. To register, call 2-1-1 or Dad’s “FOOTSTEPS” so I joined the US visit the 211 San Diego website. The NAVY in 1991. There were 2 things that event is free and Spanish interpretation really stood out in my time in. From the time will be available. Lunch and childcare when I got back from Boot Camp and my will be provided to all participants who Dad just wanted to take me out but didn’t say register for the entire forum. San Diego will lead this session. underage child. where…so he brought me to the 32nd Street “Raising grandchildren full time isn’t 2. “Let’s Talk About It” 6. “The Invisible Suitcase” Navy Base-DRY SIDE for those who were Led by Casie Johnson, Judi Park and A child being raised by a grandpar- stationed there and of all places he brought easy in today’s fast-paced world and me to the bar on base…he ordered beer for events like this give grandparents some Raquel Delgado—all from San Diego ent or kinship caregiver may carry an us and we just drank, although I didn’t like support and guidance to help them make Youth Services—this workshop will “invisible suitcase” packed with many the taste …I enjoyed it because I had my fi rst a difference in the lives of their grand- address ways in which grandparents negative emotions as well as false beer with my Dad. Another time was when children,” said County Supervisor Greg and caregivers can fi nd innovative and expectations and hopes. Lorena Avitea I went to choose my fi rst Tour of Duty after Cox, who will give welcoming remarks creative ways to communicate important from the Chadwick Trauma Informed “A” school I selected to be on board the USS at 9:30 a.m. matters to children and teens. Systems Project at Rady’s Children JOUETT CG-29. Once I got back to San At the event, grandparents and relatives 3. “Changing the System” Hospital will teach you how to unpack Diego and reported in I found out that this raising young family members will have Angie Schwartz and Bob Ruble from this suitcase, and fi ll it up instead with ship was actually my Dad’s last ship that he a variety of learning opportunities. Alliance for Children’s Rights will talk positive beliefs. served on…the guys there treated me just like family because they all respected him The keynote speaker is Lorena Avitea about how you can change the system Grandparents and other kinship care- By Zena Sultana Babao respectful and “mano” to our elders. from the Chadwick Trauma Informed so that children can have stable homes givers will have the opportunity to visit I remember as a kid going to picnics so much as I do. I was given the name of “Little Chief” by the crew because my Dad Systems Project at Rady’s Children Hos- and live in an environment where they and connect with over 20 exhibitors, (Note: In loving memory of my dear hus- and my dad would say “Get a chair for was the Chief Master At Arms during his pital. Her presentation will be on “Real can thrive. including legal experts, public benefi ts band, Narrie Babao, who passed away your mom.” When we go out to eat, he time there. One of his favorite pictures was Life Superheroes: The Power Grand- 4. “Grandparents and Caregivers programs, support programs and more. Oct. 11, 2013 and was laid to rest Oct. would ask, “Did you tell your mom?” taken onboard the USS Jouett with him in parents Have to Change the Course of Networking Session” Free health screenings will also be of- 29, 2013, we are re-printing this article Whenever I see my dad he would his blue jumpsuit holding the two shotguns. Trauma in Their Grandchildren’s Lives.” Elena Quintanar from the County’s fered, along with fun entertainment for which came out in the Nov.1-7, 2013 just extend his hand for me to do the Although I didn’t have the privilege to serve In addition to discussing the impact that Health and Human Services Agency’s the whole family. issue of this paper. We deeply miss him, “mano” and we never hugged and nev- over 23 years as he did I’m glad I made him trauma can have on children’s lives and (HHSA) South Region will lead this In partnership with HHSA, San Diego love him, and honor him.) er did get to say “I love you” to each proud during my 8 years in. how it can impede their development, session, specifi cally designed to allow Workforce Partnership will also be hold- My husband Narrie, widely known as other. We were more like Grandmaster grandparents and other kinship caregiv- ing a College and Resource Fair between Upon getting out in ’99 my next transition she will also talk about the pivotal role Grandmaster Narrie Babao, touched the and student than father and son. I don’t grandparents can have in the life of the ers to meet one another and discuss 10 a.m. and noon for youth between the lives of so many people, especially in the care about being heir to the Babao through life in following his “FOOTSTEPS” was to follow him into Law Enforcement. I child. means to provide each other support ages of 16 and 24. Martial Arts world. He left a lasting im- Arnis system if we could start all over went through the Physical Exam, Written Attendees can join three of six work- beyond the event. “The college and resource fair will be pression for a lifetime to remember. We again and be more like father and son. Tests and even the interview processes but shops: 5. “The Legal and Financial Respon- very helpful for young people preparing laid him to rest at the Miramar National I love you dad. To all the guros and failed when it came to the vision exam as 1. “Empowering Relatives Who Care sibilities of a Legal Guardian vs. a to go to college or seeking employ- Cemetery Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, on his students under GM Babao, we are all my right eye is partially blind. A setback of for Children” Legal Parent” ment,” said Barbara Jimenez, director birthday. He would have been 68. heirs to the Babao Arnis system as long course….but I know that I had some type This workshop will focus on how What is the difference between being of HHSA’s Central and South Region. His Memorial/Celebration of Life was as we continue to carry on his art. of Law Enforcement under my belt with grandparents can meet their needs and the legal guardian and the legal parent “They will be able to fi nd out informa- unforgettable and emotional for all who my last tour in the Military as a Corrections the needs of the child in the community of a child? Natasha Hood from County tion on how to apply and pay for college witnessed it, none more so than for our FootSteps by Jack Babao Specialist at the NAS Miramar which also happened to be my father’s last duty station and while dealing with Dependency Foster and Adoptive Resource Family and meet local employers, practice their three sons – Narrison, Jack, and Kris – Court. Melissa Brooks from the YMCA Services will answer this and many other interviewing skills and learn about sum- who all delivered touching eulogies. All Good Morning, As I stand here before with the Navy. My father will be remembered in so many Kinship Program and Jennifer Turner questions on the difference between mer job opportunities.” three followed in the footsteps of their you I want to Thank You all for shar- ways by each of us…but these are just a with the Dependency Legal Group of being a legal guardian or parent of an father, my beloved husband. The very ing this time with us to remember and few of how he has truly affected how my special salute and tribute that our sons, commemorate a wonderful man, friend, life has turned out and will be in the future. and our past and present students, masters teacher, father and husband…Narciso He will be remembered by his wisdom and and guros (instructors), followed by my Requina Babao, also known to most of knowledge in the Martial Arts Community Transfast’s “Working Hard in America” survey fi nds Filipinos passing the baton of leadership to our old- you as “Grand Master Narrie Babao”. especially with the Filipino Martial Arts. He est son (Master Narrison in Babao Arnis) I am humbled and impressed at how will be remembered how he can make every- in U.S. overqualifi ed for jobs, more stressed at work brought tears to everyone’s eyes. he has touched all of our lives. He has body smile and laugh like all the times when In this week’s column, I am sharing the seen a lot during his lifetime and lived we would do Demonstrations I would always remember him saying, “Who was Ferdinand -- Transfast Salutes and Supports that the U.S. is still the land of oppor- A majority says they earn what they eulogies of my sons Narrison and Jack. it doing what he truly loved…I feel Magellan… he would wait for their respose, Filipinos Working in U.S. -- tunity. expected in the U.S. (61 percent), with Unfortunately I don’t have a copy of Kris’ that he has lived a life that is full…and people in the crowd would say he was an That’s based on a survey of 400 people 21 percent earning less and 18 percent eulogy. he did it “His Way” and that is exactly explorer but then my Dad would say he was NEW YORK (Oct. 15, 2015) – Ac- from the Philippines who send money earning more than expected. About 72 how I want to live my life through his the “First White Tourist killed in the Philip- cording to a recent survey of Filipinos home from the U.S., fi elded by interna- percent say they work longer hours than Father and Son by Narrison Babao “FOOTSTEPS”…because I know that pines”. He will be remembered as a man who live in the U.S. and send money tional money transfer fi rm Transfast. expected to earn that income, with 54 through my journey through life he will who is Honest, Fair, Wise and Supportive. home, the majority of respondents say More than 80 percent of respondents percent saying they work more than 40 When we were kids, I remember my be by my side as I face each and every But most of all he will be remembered as a they are overqualifi ed for their jobs and say they have more skills than required hours a week. Only 28 percent say they brothers and I always wanted to be like step. Loving Husband and Father. There is one fi nd their U.S. workplace to be more by their jobs in the U.S. and 72 percent work less than expected. my dad. When he was away on Westpac, thing I will VOW to you Dad…Your Legacy stressful than workplaces in the Philip- describe their U.S. workplace as more Still, the vast majority -- 93 percent my brother Jack and I would wear his As we gather here today I want to tell will NEVER be forgotten as my brothers and I will continue with the Art and pass the pines. stressful than the ones they’d experi- -- agrees there are more opportunities of- clothes. I remember one time wearing his you how he has truly been an inspira- torch to the Next Generation keeping the And yet, they overwhelmingly agree enced in the Philippines. ( Continued on page 14 ) size 9 ½ boots, and when I wore them to tion throughout my life from child- fl ame alive. school, I remember kids laughing at me hood to present. I remember as if it because they were too long. was yesterday how it all began with A man that will be truly missed by all me following his “FOOTSTEPS”….I of us…we must remember all the Good My dad is superman. I remember one was 5 years old when it all happened. Memories we had with him and I know he time when we were pulling our clothes I could remember the sounds of the is looking down at us knowing how proud hanging on wires in the garage, and the sticks hitting together in the garage that he is of each and every one of his sons, and garage door fell down on my left leg, my would echo throughout the house….the how he truly misses being here with Mom to dad stopped the garage door with one arm beating of the drums with the rhythm continue many more memorable memories. This isn’t the end…this is just the begin- just like superman in the movies. that would make you want to dance…. ning because he has now started his second I remember that during our Toastmasters the laughter between them all showing journey of life in the Heavens above being meetings my dad was always introduced the passion that my Dad had with the reunited with his Father and Grandmasters as a Masters in 3 arts: Master At Arms in Art. I would remember walking in the before him…and of course singing in the the Navy, master in the Filipino martial garage through some of these practices Heavens with the “King of Rock and Roll” arts, and a Distinguished Toastmaster. I looking at all the different weapons himself…Elvis. Save a spot on stage for was also introduced as a master in 3 arts: hanging throughout the garage and me, Dad…once again I will follow your an Able Toastmaster, a master in Cacoy playing with the sticks that were in this “FOOTSTEPS” when my Second journey of Doce Pares Eskrima/Eskrido, and Master large light blue laundry hamper that we life begins. I remember the three words he last said to in Business Administration. used to store them in. Then one day me…I LOVE YOU!!! I LOVE YOU TOO I started training in Filipino Martial Arts while I was drying the dishes while DAD!!!! much later than my brothers who started sitting on the counter when I looked at when they were 5 or 6 years old. When I my Dad and told him that I wanted to would horse around with the martial arts start training seriously…he looked at Download the equipment in the garage, my dad would me and said let me see you “Bow”… tell me to go inside. I started training which I did and he said “Okay”. Since Asian Journal when I was in high school and got serious that time up until my time throughout digital edition at when I was in college. High School I would remember all the www.scribd.com/asianjournal My dad would always talk about being different Training Sessions, Tourna- Joni Eareckson Tada responds to California’s legalization of assisted suicide Joni Eareckson Tada became a quad- Yesterday, Tada published the fol- problem was clinical depression that riplegic as a teenager in 1967 through a lowing brief statement of concern over later lifted through the support of family diving accident. She went on to become California’s legalization of assisted and Christian friends. Besides, who an artist, painting by holding the brush suicide. is to say when quadriplegia, multiple in her mouth, a recording artist, and an “Today, Gov. Jerry Brown signed a sclerosis, muscular dystrophy or ALS is author. Most importantly, she has served dangerous bill making CA the fourth classifi ed as “terminal”? the church through a lifetime of Christian state to legalize assisted suicide. Gov. theological refl ection on suffering, as well Brown said he signed the bill because “There are tremendous risks to this new as leading “Joni and Friends,” a ministry he wouldn’t want to be “dying in law, including suicide contagion, elder of support for people with disabilities and prolonged and excruciating pain” in and disability abuse, and the inevitable their families. his fi nal days — regardless of the fact expanse to broader groups of people to that pain relief is readily available reduce their choice. So rather than mak- without killing patients. But the truth ing it the state’s responsibility to help is pain is not among the top reasons for despairing people kill themselves, let’s why people choose assisted suicide. pour more effort into improving pain [1] Instead, they are psychological is- management therapies and strengthening sues which can be effectively treated. the hospice movement. Let’s lift people out of depression through compassionate When I broke my neck and doctors care. Because after all, we must do all told me I would never again have use we can to protect, defend, and preserve of my hands or legs, I sank into suicidal every life — especially those with dis- despair. But looking back, my problem abilities (Isaiah 1:17). was never my spinal cord injury: my Page 10 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 16-22, 2015 SpiritualSpiritual LifeLife Our Lady’s October 2015 message given First Thursday to Mirjana Talk for prayer groups and per- sonal refl ection October 18th, 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time by Anne, a lay apostle Direction for Our Times Dahil Mahal Kita on October 2, 2015 We thank God that we are together. We The Thief and Holiness are called into service for God and we Matalino na'y mabait pa itong batang si Jesse Dear children, are called into joy. And we must fi nd Joke of the Week: “Get this.” said a about true fatherhood. the marriage between the two, joy and at laging siya ang nangunguna sa kanilang klase guy to his friends. “Last night, while I Our Gospel passage exemplifi es a child I am here among you to encourage you, service, until we can achieve, with the kaya't sa pribadong eskwela siya ay ipinerme help of God, ongoing Joy in Service. was out with you guys, a burglar broke as model for greatness. In the Mediter- to fi ll you with my love and to call you malayo man sa pamilya para siya ay umigi. into my house.” “Did he get anything?” ranean world, children were identifi ed anew to be witnesses of the love of my his friends asked. The guy said, “Yeah, in terms of their father, for instance, Son. Many of my children do not have My friends, recently our offi ce fi elded a broken jaw, six teeth knocked out, and Zechariah, son of Berechiah, son of Iddo hope, they do not have peace, they do many calls regarding the moon, the end Subalit mula nang siya ay mawalay sa pamilya times and prophecy from various sourc- a pair of broken ribs.” One of his friends (Zechariah 1:1), James and John, sons not have love. They are seeking my Son, unti-unting bumaba ang matataas niyang marka ask, “Whoa! But...how???” The guy an- of Zebedee, and Jesus, son of Joseph but do not know how and where to fi nd es. People have been reading things that swered, “Well, it was really late at night (Luke. 4: 22). Violence or insult com- Him. My Son is opening wide His arms upset them and even panicked them. As at naging malulungkutin siya sa tuwi-tuwina and my wife thought it was me coming mitted against a member of the family to them, and you are to help them to always, we directed people to legitimate walang ni isang makasundo't palaging nag-iisa. home late!!” is considered an act against the entire come to His embrace. My children, that Church authority. My friends, do we live family. So it is with honor. An honor is why you must pray for love. You must in interesting times? Yes, we seem to Scriptures: First Reading: Isaiah 53: acquired by a member is a laurel to the pray very, very much to have all the all right. But everyone lives in interest- Nagsimulang mag-alala ang kanyang mga magulang 10-11.Aware of the Hebrews’ suffering whole family, especially to the father. more love, because love conquers death ing times and all times are interesting subalit hindi nila alam kung ano ang dahilan if studied against the threats of the day. and abandonment in foreign land, the The two brothers, James and John, were and makes life last. Apostles of my love, kaya ama'y nagpasiya sa eskwela ay puntahan prophet Isaiah assures the exiles that acting purely according to this Mediter- my children, with an honest and simple In each time, people fi eld challenges. their homecoming is in the near future. ranean value: to assure integrity and heart unite in prayer regardless of how In each time discerning people become nang sila ni Jesse'y makapag-usap nang masinsinan. In their suffering which is similar to that honor of their family. Comparably, the far you are from each other. Encourage aware of the power of good vs the lesser, but sometimes noisier, power of evil. of his servant, the prophet, Yahweh’s two brothers were less concerned with each other in spiritual growth as I am "Alam mo ba anak kung bakit ngayon ako'y narito power becomes more evident. Second other groups or family ties within Jesus’ encouraging you. I am watching over And it seems to me that the closer we Reading: Hebrews 4: 14-16. Jesus has inner circle. you and am with you whenever you get to the Lord’s goals in our work, the dahilan sa mahal kita at nag-aalala ako rightly earned the role of the high priest, Jesus teaches the apostles that before think of me. louder and more distracting the noise sa akin ay ikaw ang pinakamahalagang tao can get. We must accept that this anti because he has assumed our vulner- they can follow him completely and aking gagawin ang lahat dahil ikaw ay mahal ko. ability and transformed it for our own drink the cup of suffering, they have Pray also for your shepherds, for those force exists. And we must come to terms benefi ts. Gospel: Mark 10: 35-45. Jesus to completely empty their own “cup,” who renounced everything for the sake with the fact that sometimes life can feel makes a contrasting comparison between fi guratively themselves, of anything that of my Son and for your sake. Love them really intense. Psychologically, emotion- Biglang tumulo ang luha sa mga mata ni Jesse ally, even physically, we must be sturdy the world’s vision of greatness and that is not compatible with discipleship, such and pray for them. The Heavenly Father niyakap ang ama subalit wala siyang masabi of God. For the world, the famous and as, individualism or self-centeredness, is listening to your prayers. Thank you. and focussed. If we become distracted, the mighty are served, for God, the great false perspective on greatness, and -- Our Lady of Medjugorje. then we can be called off task. talos niya ngayon ang isang matinding pagsisisi and the powerful are servants of all. For self-seeking glory. Last Sunday’s Gospel I’ve been contemplating this vulner- sa kanilang pagtatapos nanguna siya sa klase. the world, greatness is looking down on showed a rich young man who was more ability to distraction. And I thought others, for God, greatness comes from occupied with his own material wealth about Christ, who taught us how to the ground looking up. and personal safety than taking the risk live. Think of him carrying his cross to ©2015 Copyright by Virginia Ferrer. All rights reserved. for God’s sake. Today’s Gospel shows his crucifi xion. That walk to his death Refl ections: The Thief is a 1997 Rus- that in their desire to be great, the two must have been brutally challenging to sian fi lm. Katya, a poor and desperate brothers and the other disciples do not him. The cross was heavy, he was badly widow, and her young son Sanya try to differ so much from that young man. said the hermit, “you are full of your beaten and weak. The absurd injustice of survive in the post-World War II Soviet On hearing the two brothers’ desire, the own opinions, perceptions, and ideas. his sentence…the indifference of those Divine Mercy Shrine Union during the late 1940s through the other disciples were green with envy. How can I teach you unless you fi rst who should have protected and defended in Encinitas, California early 1950s. While on a train, the two Jesus instructs the apostles that the fi rst empty your cup?” him. What was happening for him as he meet a handsome, rakish offi cer, Tolyan, requisite in discipleship is self-empty- A child in ancient is not very important. continued, one step further, and another who through his fl attering remarks ing. It means to empty one’s cup or self He is considered as nobody and is not one after? Did Jesus feel burned out, like www.divinemercyhills.org convinced Katya to stay with Tolyan. of anything that is contrary to the Gospel counted when census is taken. He has no he had had enough? He must have. But Tolyan pretends to be her husband and values. When the self is free of all that legal rights and when unwanted could be at least partially, with each step He was acts as a stepfather to Sanya, who is is against the Gospel, then God can take summarily killed in ancient Rome. Jesus building spiritual muscle and growing in Be part of the story. at fi rst highly distrustful of the man, over and fi ll that cup with all that is wanted to rattle the vainglorious mind detachment, so much so that he would resenting his presence and authority. needed to attain eternal greatness. of the apostles when he presented of all be capable of sustaining the correct unique distractions for good men with it is better to churn butter. And if God There are several allusions to Hamlet’s There was a university professor who people a child as model of humble dis- disposition for the ultimate sacrifi ce that important work. And we are all good needs us to stop churning butter in order Oedipus complex. The fi lm’s strong mo- went searching for the meaning of life. cipleship that he wants them to emulate. was his life. Jesus remained focussed. men with important work. We must be to do something else, then it is best to tif revolves on the idea of a father, idea After several years and many miles he I think sometimes we forget that life ever so careful to protect the hope God stop churning butter and do the other and of “vor” (Russian, thief) based on came to the hut of a particularly holy Quotation of the Week: I have three is not over…that the hardest challenges has right now in each of us. What is this thing. But here look, if one is a butter Russian culture. Despite Tolyan’s seem- hermit and asked to be enlightened. precious things which I hold fast and could be in front of us and that our suf- hope? What does it mean for each of us, churner, one can reasonably expect that ingly lack of affections to the little boy, The holy man invited his visitor into his prize. The fi rst is gentleness; the second fering now, if engaged with properly, individually? the bulk of one’s time will be spent he taught him about life and the code humble dwelling and began to serve him is frugality; the third is humility, which could serve to strengthen us for later. That question can only be answered churning butter. And this brings me to of the “vorovskoy” chivalry. The movie tea. He fi lled the pilgrim’s cup and then keeps me from putting myself before If we deny our crosses, then we are not through our relationship with Jesus my point. exemplifi es the interplay between good kept on pouring so that the tea was soon others. Be gentle and you can be bold; building the right spiritual muscles. Christ. If we pray contemplatively and There are many people who get called away and evil, and how a sinful humanity can dripping onto the fl oor. The professor My friends, where might we be get- we are open to His counsel, Jesus will from the work of their hands by signs and be frugal and you can be liberal; avoid wonders. They want something exciting. be a disguised blessing to manifest the watched the overfl ow until he could no putting yourself before others and you ting distracted? That is the question. direct us into the work of our hands each divinity. Though sinful, the thief made longer restrain himself. “Stop! It is full. can become a leader among men. Lao Because just as each time is interest- day. You see, it is good to plow a fi eld. ( Continued on page 14 ) use of his cunning to teach his stepson No more will go in.” “Like this cup,” Tzu ing to those living it, each time brings But if God needs us to churn better than Archbishop at Vatican Synod: The family today is ‘under ferocious and enormous attack’ by ‘satan’ by Michael Chapman, CNS News nomena by name because this way we regions.” sible solutions must be formulated,” he Contradictions,” and discusses how “a reproduction and human identity to an can fi nd some indications even for the “Thus, we can clearly see that in reality said. certain kind of feminism” belittles moth- individualistic choice,” reads the docu- One of the Catholic archbishops research of possible solutions,” he said. a spiritual struggle is required in order Quoting Ephesians again, the arch- erhood, and how some cultural forces ment. participating in the Vatican synod on The archbishop then quoted Ephesians to fi ght the attacks of Satan in these our bishop said, “Take therefore the armor want to put a same-sex “relationship” on In addition to not mentioning Satan, the family objected to the document the 6, 12: “Our battle in fact is not against times,” said the archbishop. of God, in order that you may resist in the “same level as the marital relation- Lucifer, the Devil, and demon, the bishops are working on because it does fl esh and blood, but against the Prin- “I would very much see with favor the evil day and remain fi rm after having ship” between one man and one woman. Vatican document on the family does not not address the fundamental reason for cipalities and the Powers, against the a marked emphasis of this spiritual overcome all of the obstacles.” This produces “confusion” and mention Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory, social turmoil, which is that the family dominations of the dark world, against struggle, even in the fi nal part of the Paragraph eight of chapter one of the “relegates the special bond between all of which are integral to the Catholic today is “under a ferocious and enor- the spirits of evil that live in the celestial document where the proposals and pos- Vatican document is entitled “Cultural biological difference (male and female), faith. mous attack” by “the Devil."

The Vatican document – Instrumentum Laboris (working instrument) -- which is more than 22,000 words long, does not even mention “Satan,” “Lucifer,” or the “Devil.” Nor does it mention “demon.” In his objection, Archbishop Peter Fu- lop Kocsis, head of the Hungarian Greek Catholic Church, further stressed that “a spiritual struggle is required in order to fi ght the attacks of Satan in these our times,” and this should be emphasized in the document, as reported the Catholic group Voice of the Family on Oct. 12. Google or GPS 701 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas CA 92024 In his objection, or intervention about for site directions to the Divine Mercy Shrine Encinitas the document at the synod, currently ongoing at the Vatican, Archbishop Kocsis said that although he was focus- ing on paragraph eight, chapter one, he sensed “a general defi ciency in the text as a whole.” Many of the paragraphs “speak of a changed society and epoch, calling these diffi culties which have appeared in recent times ‘challenges,’” said the archbishop. But “it appears to me that the text misses a clarifi cation which is more precise from its inception, from the root of these changes: From where do they come?” “The great part of these [changes] are Future Site of Divine Mercy Hill Shrine (Vacant Land With Stations of the Cross) For Driving Purposes Only : 701 Encinitas Blvd , Encini- not compatible with the plan of God; they do not come from Him,” said the tas Ca 92024 Directions: From Freeway 5 ; Exit 42 Encinitas Blvd. If Coming from SOUTH SAN DIEGO TURN RIGHT on Encinitas Blvd; archbishop. “If it is thus, then it must be said: From where do these changes, from NORTH SAN DIEGO TURN LEFT on Encinitas Blvd; Go past Westlake Street Trac Light then Turn Right on 2nd Driveway Westlake these diffi culties, derive?” Professional Center. If you reach Delphinium St. you've gone about 0.1 miles too far. Use walking or running shoes only. Please bring “We must say with clarity that in our very spoilt world the family and the hat and jackets. No restroom facilities please use other establishment after exiting at Encinitas Blvd. PLEASE CARPOOL. Limited Parking. man of good will with good intentions is We hope you can always join us every month. Thank you very much and God bless you and your family always. JESUS, I trust in you! under attack, under a ferocious and enor- mous attack,” said Archbishop Kocsis. For questions about the Divine Mercy Shrine Encinitas, which is a project of the 501(c)3 non-prot organization Divine Mercy Hills Foun- “And this attack is of the Devil.” dation of Southern California (DMHFSC), TEXT or CALL Zarina Cruz (619)8902789; Rowena (619)9628185; Gen (619)8519547. “We must call these diabolic forces which have a role to play with these phe- For questions about carpooling and event info, call Geraldine Sarte (619)9480591 October 16-22, 2015 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com Page 11

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enable customers in the U.S. and Canada to send money to the Philippines via their TransFast mobile devices or online, or in person around ( Continued from page 9 ) the world. The company also provides SMS fered by their job in the U.S. compared updates to customers – especially important with jobs in the Philippines. in the Philippines, which is sometimes called All survey respondents send money to the “texting capital of the world.” the Philippines using a computer and/or For more information, visit transfast.com. mobile phone app, with the majority sending money to family. Some participants also reported sending money to “themselves” (7.5 One great truth that deserves Letter to self percent), likely for investment opportunities such as real estate or to save for retirement. Anne Lorraine to be proclaimed JUAN: Dok, sobra lungkot dito s ang nagpangalan! “People who come here for work are play- mental hospital kaya sinulatan ko ang MARIA: Naku weirdo iyon,ano po ing vital economic roles by contributing to ( Continued from page 1 ) We should open our minds to one great will go through perils safely—even if sarili ko. ipinangalan? the U.S. economy and also adding to the national 2015 and was later elevated to truth that is often ignored: the Rosary you are a little shaken—the spirit of DOCTOR: Eh ano naman sinabi mo? DOCTOR: Sa girl DENICE! GDP of their home country when they send Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2015. is a powerful weapon in the hands of a strength, piety, wisdom and understand- JUAN: Ewan ko, next week ko pa MARIA: Ok yun ah! Eh sa boy? money back to family and friends,” says Binibining Pilipinas posted a social Samish Kumar, Transfast’s CEO. “To Trans- Christian. The Blessed Virgin gave it to ing will be given to you. The more you matatanggap eh! DOC: DENEPHEW! fast, the survey results show that our mission media announcement noting that “the us so that we would have the strength to are fervent in the recitation of the sub- K10 Tattoo of always providing great value for your special recognition illustrates world- accomplish our duties as Christians... A lime prayer of the Ave Maria, the more PULIS : Sir bakit K9 ang tawag sa mga JUAN: Tay, nagpa-tatoo po ako sa money plays a role in helping our custom- wide acclaim and appreciation for true Christian soul that picks up the weapon the Holy Spirit will give you the love of aso natin? dibdib! ers succeed, because when you’re working Filipina grace and beauty and her win is of the Rosary is like a soldier who fi ghts prayer, and the more you will appreciate P03 : Kasi pag K10 hindi na yun AMA: Wow astig ang anak ko! Agila longer hours in a more stressful environment, a proud moment for our country.” against all the powers of hell. the graces it provides. aso…! ba o dragon? every dollar saved matters.” Colis won over Miss Albania (1st The Mother of God, who has given in PULIS : Eh ano tawag sa kanila? JUAN: Pusa po! The World Bank’s Remittance Prices Runner up) and Miss Macedonia (2nd the past many proofs of her motherly --- Father Jean-Edouard Lamy (1853 – PO3 : Eh anak ng pusa….. AMA: Kakaiba yan! Worldwide database currently ranks Trans- Runner up), and 50 other countries. goodness, will meet our needs—she will 1931) (Homily of Octobre 6, 1918, in La Twin Names JUAN:Opo, Hello Kitty! fast #1 for lowest-cost service for sending The Miss Globe 2015 title is the fi rst not deceive us. Courneuve, France), Source: A Moment DOCTOR: Kambal anak mo, sister mo $200 remittances from the U.S. to the Philip- beauty title earned by the Philippines in pines. If you rely on the Mother of God, you with Mary Survey respondent Joanna Loresto, 47, of the current pageant season. San Rafael, California, says, “What I have add it to your coffee or sprinkle it on already achieved here in the U.S., is a lot. I just sweet fruits. Instead of sodas, sports drinks left my job and I’m so fortunate I could go 7 delicious and sweetened coffee drinks, drink water. If wherever I want to, and employers will hire me. Owning a home, buying any car I want ( Continued from page 4 ) you eat canned fruit, make sure the label says Only a Single “in its own juice,” not sugary syrup. -- I’m proud of it. I can give my son the best diet packed with sugar and the simple carbs The easiest way to cut down on simple education. I have three siblings in Philippines regularly sends blood glucose soaring. High carbs is to opt for whole grain rice, breads and a lot of cousins, and I’m thankful that I Drop glucose levels, in turn, block blood fl ow to can be the one helping out.” and pastas. Whole grains are digested more Meditation: the brain, depriving it of the energy it needs slowly, so glucose also is released more “Yes, the U.S. is the land of opportunity,” to generate new neurons. Too much glucose slowly into the bloodstream, keeping you says respondent Ruben Espiritu, 56, of Gar- has also been implicated in the formation of mentally alert longer. “Whole” or “whole ner, N.C. “There are a lot of jobs here. The My Secretary, write that I am more the tangles of Alzeimer’s disease. grain” should appear on the label before the economy in the Philippines is getting better, generous toward sinners than toward Tip: You’re already likely eating more sugar though.” the just. It was for their sake that I than you need, since it’s added to many bev- When Transfast conducted the same survey -- St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Paradise Hills ( Continued on page 15 ) came down from heaven; it was for erages and foods during processing, so don’t in the U.S. among immigrants from all na- their sake that My Blood was spilled. tionalities, there were many similarities with Let them not fear to approach Me; Filipino immigrants. However, when it came many persevere? Stay focussed? The real frightened or discouraged or even hated? I stand for? What do I stand for?” and he to how much was earned, striking differences they are most in need of My mercy question for you and for me is, what do I We must ask ourselves the question. Am I said, “Most nights, I don’t know.” The young emerged: Of the immigrants from all nations, (Diary, 1275). October 2015 need to do so that I can persevere? How can discouraging anyone? Does anyone speak to man was searching. But we have found our only 37 percent were earning what they During Holy Hour in the evening, I ( Continued from page 10 ) I retain my focus on God and His plan for me and leave me feeling frightened, unwel- North Star already. We stand for Christ and expected (as opposed to Filipino immigrants, heard the words, You see My mercy or they are afraid. Fear prompts them to me? The answer has to be prayer. It has to be come, unworthy or shamed? Do I pounce on he stands for the love that the Father has for 61 percent of whom were earning what they for sinners, which at this moment is look away from their work or be distracted discipline in prayer. people, catching their mistakes? Do I com- each and every man created by Him. expected). revealing itself in all its power. See from it. Fear is a destructive emotion. The So we discern with Christ our daily obliga- municate that the Church is an exclusive club And with regard to things that frighten us, When asked where they intended to retire, how little you have written about it; most destructive. It does not bring about tions and how he wants them executed. What or a universal family? Am I comfortable with my friends, think about it. We cannot stay Filipinos again stood out against the general it is only a single drop. Do what is in good dispositions, generally. And fear based disposition does he hope that we will adopt the fact that people are making their way to alive for one breath more than God wills. population of U.S. immigrants. Many more on each day? It can be different for different God individually, from different places, with What are we at, trying to prepare for this your power, so that sinners may come religious thinking can warp how people feel Filipinos in the U.S. still intend to return to know My goodness (Diary, 1665). about themselves, others and God. This is not days. He has to instruct us. And so we must different wounds? or that or the other thing? We cannot delay home, with 53 percent saying they plan to re- in keeping with the Gospel message. prayerfully check in with God for His plan We must avoid dualistic thinking, that death but we can allow things to distract us tire in their home country, as opposed to only This apostolate, has always served to con- for our work and our vocation. Each vocation people are black or white, good or bad. We from life, life in Christ, serving alongside 18 percent of immigrants of all nationalities. My Prayer Response: vict people where they are serving. We think is a unit of mission in the Church. Our voca- are all human beings who make mistakes. him as the father wishes, by taking care of Of the remainder, 31 percent of Filipinos of the apostolate as drinks of water, meant to tions, clergy, religious, married or single, We are all in need of mercy and transforma- the people around us. plan to retire in the U.S., and eight percent Thank You, Lord Jesus, for Your be carried to people and to minister to them make up the fabric that the Lord, Jesus tion. It is unhealthy to be in a group where I once saw a movie called The Titanic. answered, “I plan to work until I drop.” exceptional love for sinners. May we in place. Here in this area, we are largely Christ, wants to use to warm a cold world. everyone looks the same. Without diversity, The most moving thing to me came as I sinners take full advantage of the mercy agricultural. And when we have workers in And so the health of our individual vocation we are lifeless and do not attract others. The watched the musicians playing on the deck. About Transfast You described to St. Faustina. May we the fi elds, we bring them food and drink. And equals the health of our Church, both geo- body of Christ is always developing and People around them were frightened as they come to know Your goodness. they pause in their work to refresh them- graphically and internationally. transforming into tomorrow’s church. Where took steps to try to save themselves or their Transfast is a leading omni-channel And so now the question becomes, not are we developing and transforming? What families. All around these musicians, panic *Diary passages with bolded words are selves, and then they are strengthened and provider of multi-currency cross-border pay- Jesus speaking can go on with energy. what is happening in the world? But what is it that God hopes for you, in terms of holi- began to be evident. But the musicians? They ments solutions to consumers and businesses When we see people dropping their good is happening in my vocation? Is Christ able ness? Where do you need to change? Those focussed on their work. They played on. around the world. The company operates a work to do other things based on passing to fl ow through my vocation into the people are the exciting questions. I found those musicians to be noble. I fell best-in-class network across over 120 coun- Diary of St. Maria Faustina Kowalska: prophecy, well to me there is nothing new around me? Is my vocation fi rmly fi xed in Here is another good question for us. What in love with their work. I fell in love with tries in the Americas, Asia, Europe, Australia Divine Mercy in My Soul © 1987 Marian about that at all. It’s not unique to our time, the Church, for the church, and for the people is the work of my hands, my daily duty? them and their example of how to live a and Africa with multi-product capability, Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of it’s not something special for our time, I encounter each day in the market place Am I convicted about it? Am I easily drawn faithful life to the end. You see, the work of including a leading, one-of-a-kind instant the B.V.M. Excerpted from Divine Mercy frankly, its as old as the hills. How many that is the world? Do people feel loved after away? And what exactly is it that I stand their hands was to play music for people, bank transfer offering. Minutes with Jesus: Praying Daily on Jesus’ people remain faithful in God’s work? How encountering me? Or do they feel judged or for? A young man asked in a song, What do music, which gives sound to the yearnings Transfast offers the largest bank and cash Words from the Diary of St. Faustina by Rev. and longings we all feel, for connection, for pickup network in the Philippines, with a George W. Kosicki, CSB © 2010 Marian validation and for love. And I remembered network that includes 16,000+ cash pickup Press a priest being asked about the radical and locations and every bank in the Philippines. sometimes disturbing events in the world The company has long been a leader in the and in the Church. “What will you do? He Philippines market and in 2009 was the fi rst was asked. He frowned, as though the ques- money transfer company to offer instant bank tion confused him. He replied, “Well, I’ll deposits to the Philippines. remain faithful, of course.” Bang. Another Transfast’s omni-channel capabilities profoundly moving moment for me. It’s not always complicated. It doesn’t have to be confusing. And life is usually not dramatic or exciting. Those musicians and this priest got it right. And so must we get it right if Jesus is to be presented and re-presented to this generation and, crucially, to the next one coming. Lay apostles, do not be distracted from transformation. If there is to be any hope in your presence on earth, short as it is, it will be found in fi delity to vocation. Steer into the demands of your vocation. Ask yourself often, am I giving it my all? My best? My se- rious focus? God is love. We must talk about God and we must talk about love. We must focus not on those things that are passing but on those that remain eternally. Have you been blessed through the Vol- umes? Please help others receive these words by donating a dollar a day. Your donation makes a big difference. Direction for Our Times (DFOT) is a 501(C)(3) non-profi t organization dedicated to spreading God's messages as revealed in the Volumes. October 16-22, 2015 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com Page 15 Classi edClassi ed AdsAds "By avoiding Chinese-occupied reefs in the South China Sea, the US is tacitly Pentagon acknowledging Beijing’s 'sovereignty' in Jose Rizal ( Continued from page 6 ) ( Continued from page 7 ) these international waters," scholar Eddie Linczer of the Washington-based research one with predominance of foreign masters, "Are we willing to accept the likeli- hood that imposed solutions to these body American Enterprise Institute said in a one with an imposition of foreign religious policy report. worship, devotion, homage and racial habits. national differences at sea will seek us Last month, Assistant Secretary of Defense This led to moral confusion among the out in our supposed sanctuaries ashore?" for Asian and Pacifi c Security Affairs David people, what with justice being stifl ed, lim- he added. Shear said that the US increased its freedom- ited or curtailed and the people not enjoying Swift also said that the Pacifi c Fleet of-navigation operations in the Asia-Pacifi c any individual rights. will uphold freedom of navigation at region by 84 percent between 2013 and To bolster his ethical philosophy, Dr. Rizal sea through exercises with allies and 2014. had recognized not only the forces of good partners in the region and by conducting Shear, however, also revealed under further and evil, but also the tendencies towards questioning that none of these operations good and evil. As a result, he made use of the freedom-of-navigation operations. China has been criticized by Wash- were conducted near disputed islands being practical method of appealing to the better militarized by China. ington and its security ally, Manila, for its nature of the conquerors and of offering use- Linczer said while the White House has large-scale reclamation and construction of ful methods of solving the moral problems of been verbally asserting a stronger stance outposts on contested reefs that far surpassed the conquered. against destabilizing activities in the disputed its rival claimants' own reclamation and To support his ethical philosophy in life, sea, it has taken a risk-averse approach that construction activities in past decades. Rizal: may signal acceptance of China's moves. The supposed plan to send military ships to 1. censured the friars for abusing the "A normalized US presence in these areas monitor China's activities in the South China advantage of their position as spiritual lead- will signal US resolve to adversaries and Sea also came amid criticism by some policy ers and the ignorance and fanaticism of the allies alike by aligning our stated policy and experts. natives; actions in the region," Linczer said. 2. counseled the Filipinos not to resent a defect attributed to them but to accept same as reasonable and just; 3. advised the masses that the object of marriage was the happiness and love of the couple and not fi nancial gain; QuietROOM Neighborhood FORin National RENTCity. Close to all. 4. censured the priests who preached greed and wrong morality; and No smoking. No drugs. Call 619. 746.3416 5. advised every one that love and respect for parents must be strictly observed. Next on Balik Bayani: Part 3 of Dr. Jose P. Rizal : The Greatest Balik Bayani join the National Institute on Aging in saying protective mechanism triggered by the im- A Balik Bayani (returning hero)is a Filipino the jury’s still out. “The notion that these mune system when we get, say, a bad cut abroad who is giving back to the Philippines 7 delicious substances will prevent cognitive decline is or sore throat. But experts now believe that and the Filipinos, at home. A hero in his own highly speculative at this point,” says Gene a more insidious, low-level infl ammation ( Continued from page 14 ) little or big way, for the Philippines and the “WANTED experienced Caregivers, L. Bowman of Oregon Health & Science can occur throughout the body in response Filipinos ; whether you are helping families name of the grain. University. to many factors, among them a poor diet or and relatives, sending children to school, Don’t be fooled by phrases on labels that He and others also advise against taking exposure to mold and toxins. own a business in the Philippines or abroad, male/female (males preferable), sound healthy but don’t really mean much, these foods and nutrients as supplements. In your the blood vessels this chronic that is providing employment to Filipinos, or such as “100 percent wheat,’’ “cracked “Food is always a better source of nutrients infl ammation may result in high blood pres- thinking of retiring or travelling regularly in wheat,” “multigrain” or “stone ground.” than a pill,” Bowman adds. sure or stroke. In your joints, it may trigger the Philippines. Even better: Buy wheat berries, bulgur or So What Exactly Is Infl ammation? arthritis. And in your brain? Dementia. please call Golden Image (If you are a Balik Bayani, share your farro — whole grains that haven’t yet been To understand why diet is so critical to Nevertheless, the latest research shows that story, please email me at ruelborgonia@ ground into fl our. cognitive health you have to wrap your brain some dietary changes may offset the dam- gmail.com) What About ... around a concept you have may have heard age from oxidative stress and infl ammation 818-915-7045 ASAP.” Much has been made of the anti-aging, about but never really understood — infl am- and increase your chances of maintaining a brain-health-boosting properties of a variety mation. healthy brain well into old age. of foods and herbs, such as ginkgo biloba, “It’s a major factors driving nerve cell death resveratrol, coffee, green tea, even chocolate. in the brain,” says Harvard neuroscientist Some, such as coffee and chocolate, certainly Rudolph E. Tanzi, who fi rst identifi ed genes Sleep Drug money perk up your brain in the short term. But can linked to Alzheimer’s. ( Continued from page 4 ) ( Continued from page 1 ) they really forestall dementia? Most experts Most of us think of infl ammation as the gist information allows memory T cells employees and law enforcers involved LIVE-IN CAREGIVER WANTED to detect new pathogens that are similar, in illegal drugs might increase with but not identical, to previously encoun- seven months to go before the May 2016 tered bacteria or viruses. elections. Full time opportunity for a live- Work for the San Diego’s Studies in humans have shown that long- Of the 548 arrested suspects, Merdegia term increases in memory T cells are associ- said 158 were elected offi cials, including a in caregiver in our beautiful Top Home Care Agency! ated with deep slow-wave sleep on the nights provincial board member, three municipal after vaccination. Taken together, the fi nd- councilors, a candidate for mayor, a vice ings support the view that slow-wave sleep mayor, 28 barangay chairmen and 124 baran- 6-bed elderly facility in Oceans- contributes to the formation of long-term gay councilors. memories of abstract, generalized informa- Merdegia said 151 were employees of ide. Legal resident only, must Now Hiring tion, which leads to adaptive behavioral local government, 63 barangay employees, Exerienced Caregivers and immunological responses. The obvious 12 teachers and 20 from other government implication is that sleep deprivation could agencies. pass a Criminal Background for Live-In & Hourly Shifts put your body at risk. Of the 144 law enforcers, 89 were person- nel of the Philippine National Police, 21 check. Please call “If we didn’t sleep, then the immune members of the military, a member of the Top Pay • Flexible Hours • Great Benefits system might focus on the wrong parts of the Coast Guard, a member of the Marines, 12 pathogen,” Born says. “For example, many jail guards, 10 fi remen and 10 militiamen. 619-203-4626. Requirements viruses can easily mutate some parts of their “Some of those arrested in illegal drug proteins to escape from immune responses. operations claimed that they could not return • 3 professional references If too few antigen-recognizing cells [the because they don’t have money, but if they cells that present the fragments to T cells] had money they could again run in the elec- • Proof of eligibility to work in the US are available, then they might all be needed tions and the fastest way to earn money is to fi ght off the pathogen. In addition to this, drugs, that’s why they set up a laboratory in NATIONAL CITY SMOG CHECK there is evidence that the hormones released Masbate,” said Merdegia. 1532 National City Blvd., National City CA 91950 Call for an appointment during sleep benefi t the crosstalk between Last July, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. antigen-presenting and antigen-recognizing fi led criminal charges against two former cells, and some of these important hormones mayors of Masbate who were allegedly could be lacking without sleep.” implicated in the operations of two shabu La Jolla Apply Online! Born says that future research should laboratories in the province in February. examine what information is selected during Cherry Abapo Jr., former mayor of San 858-842-1346 HCAmatch.com sleep for storage in long-term memory, and Fernando town; Lester Abapo, former mayor how this selection is achieved. In the end, of Milagros town and currently a barangay this research could have important clinical chairman in Masbate, were charged with implications. manufacture of illegal drugs and conspiracy to manufacture illegal drugs. Charged along Kenny “In order to design effective vaccines with them were Ponga Lee, the foreigner against HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis, which who supervised the operation of the laborato- are based on immunological memory, the ries, and Fernando Bravante. 619.477.1081 correct memory model must be available,” Merdegia said the case stemmed from two Born says. “It is our hope that by comparing operations in Masbate last Feb. 14 where two Auto Registration Now Available the concepts of neuronal and immunological clandestine laboratories were raided in Ba- www.nationalcitysmogcheck.com memory, a model of immunological memory rangay Nursery and Barangay Tugba. Cherry can be developed which integrates the avail- Abapo was arrested in one of the labs. able experimental data and serves as a help- ful basis for vaccine development.” C.A.R. Story Source: ( Continued from page 8 ) POSTAL ETC. USA The above post is reprinted from materials provided by Cell Press. Note: Materials may corresponding home price that a median- 9011 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92126 income household can afford, with two coun- be edited for content and length. (Behind McDonaldÕ s in Seafood City Plaza) ties (San Francisco and San Mateo) having Tel: (858) 530-3005 Journal Reference: affordable inventory of less than 4 percent. 1Westermann et al. System Consolida- Only Kings, San Bernardino, and Merced tion during Sleep--A Common Principle counties had inventory near 50 percent or Underlying Psychological and Immunologi- higher at or below the price that a typical cal Memory Formation. Trends in Neuro- household can afford. PASSPORT sciences, September 2015 DOI: 10.1016/j. Methodology: RENEWAL tins.2015.07.007 By calculating how much home a median- income household can afford, C.A.R. dem- EXPRESS • Souvenir Programs• NCRs onstrates whether a typical household earns enough income to qualify for a mortgage SERVICE • Business Cards • Banners loan on a median-priced home at the state ‘AlDub’ mania and the county levels based on most recent 5 Min. Official Photos-Passport ( Continued from page 13 ) U.S. Passport Philippines Passport • Letterheads •Posters home prices and income data. Median INS, Visa, ID & Citizenship • Envelopes Eat Bulaga, which features the popular prices were calculated based on sales data on • Magnetic Signs kalyeserye called AlDub. existing single-family homes, condos, and PHILIPPINES CONSULAR SERVICES • Brochures GMA, which airs the Eat Bulaga show, said townhomes collected by C.A.R. The typical Passport Renewals * Dual Citizen * Report of Marriage * Red Ribbon • T-Shirt Printing it fi led another complaint with the National household is defi ned as one earning the Authentications of Notarized Legal Documents including Special Power of Telecommunications Commission last Sept. median household income, estimated based Attorneys, Waivers, Certifications, Extrajudicial Settlements, Deed of • Flyers on statistics released by the U.S. Bureau of • and more 17, 2015. Absolute Sale, PVAO/GSIS, Affidavit of Support & Consent the Census. The analysis assumes a down In its letter, GMA said they received numer- at a reasonable fee with Full Service. ous reports of signal loss and degradations payment of 20 percent of the median home from viewers of SkyCable Ch.12 [GMA-7]. price and a 30 year fi xed-rate mortgage with NOTARY & CONSULAR SERVICES ADVERTISEMENT a rate set on the prevailing mortgage interest NOTARY SERVICES - Available On Premises Philippine Consulate Authentication Assist in the preparation of Philippine The network submitted a DVD copy of a rate. The prevailing mortgage interest rate is recorded video from a complainant from the effective rate on loans closed on existing Special Notary Discount for Living Trust, of Legal Documents Legal Documents Pasig City showing the absence of GMA’s homes from the Federal Housing Finance • General Power of Attorney signal on SkyCable Channel 12 during Board. It is also assumes the monthly PITI Escrow & Loan Documents • Extra Judicial Settlement (principal, interest, taxes, and insurance) can • Special Power of Attorney Eat Bulaga on September 10, 2015, while • Deed of Absolute Sale its competing program could be seen on be no more than 30 percent of a household’s • Cerifications of Original Documents SkyCable Channel 8. The complainant said income. FedEx Express to the Philippines • PVAO/GSIS Suveys Leading the way...® in California real estate (that the copy is the same as that of the original) SkyCable “sabotaged” GMA’s transmission. 2-3 DAY DOOR TO DOOR DELIVERY • Philippine Passport Renewal GMA charged that this was intended to for 110 years, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIA- reduce viewers watching Eat Bulaga, which TION OF REALTORS® (www.car.org) is Guaranty Lowest Shipping Rate for all FedEx International (619) 962-5144 • Dual Citizenship one of the largest state trade organizations has posted record ratings since the kalyes- in Email: [email protected] in the United States with 175,000 members erye, featuring the split-screen romance of San Diego County 550 E. 8th Street Suite 6 Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza a.k.a. dedicated to the advancement of profes- National City, CA 91950 Yaya Dub, was introduced in July. sionalism in real estate. C.A.R. is headquar- Santi Silverio , notary public tered in Los Angeles. Home Price a Typical (Near Villa Manila Restaurant) SkyCable and ABS-CBN did not immedi- Travel VISA & EXPRESS Service accredited by the philippine consulate of los angeles ately reply to a request for comment. Median-income Household Can Afford (i.e., existing SFRs, condos, townhomes) Page 16 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 16-22, 2015 TrendsTrends AARP Launches National Caregiving Awareness Campaign: Show Kindness to 40 Million Caregivers During National Family Caregivers Month in November Campaign will include a new rejuvenate. Those sharing simple acts of kindness are encouraged to submit AARP caregiving book, Ran- stories and a photo of their random acts dom Acts of Kindness contest, to the contest website found at www. virtual caregiving fair, and a aarp.org/caregiverkindness. In March, special AARP The Magazine AARP will select 12 winners who have made a meaningful difference in the report featuring an intimate lives of family caregivers. The winners PHILIPPINE ELECTIONS 2013: look into “24 hours in the life will share a $10,000 prize. of caregivers” History Repeats Itself 24 Hours Inside a Caregiver’s World (Ben Maynigo is on vacation. We are Unfortunately, according to the latest survey, republishing this article instead. Accord- the three in Team PNoy that they could be The October issue of AARP The ing to the Google Counter, it is the most replacing are Ramon Magsaysay, Jr., Jamby Magazine is taking readers inside the widely read column of his.) Madrigal, and Risa Honteviros. hearts and homes of caregivers across “Organization determines everything”, the country. Through pictures, videos Lenin once said. In 1987, The organization A few days ago, I received my absentee and compelling stories, readers will that was supposed to deliver a 24-0 result learn about ordinary people caring for ballot in the mail. Enclosed were the for Cory could not really do so because the certifi ed list of Senatorial and Party-List spouses, friends, children, and parents. ambitious potential successors of Cory were Some of the families featured live with candidates as well as the instructions on junking each other, thus – allowing outsid- how to proceed in voting. ers like Estrada and Enrile to be inserted the people they care for and one care- Going over the list, I separated them provided the price was right. The latest giver has to board a plane frequently to into three groups: Team PNoy, UNA, survey at the time put Salonga, Manglapus, care for her mom. and Independents. and Butch Aquino in the top 3. In fact, in This year’s elections reminds me of the some surveys, Manglapus was No. 1. The Overall, the face of caregiving is Senatorial elections in 1987 – the fi rst election results showed Manglapus winning WASHINGTON, DC—November is changing. While most caregivers are but far below the top three. President Cory National Family Caregivers Month and women, 40 percent of caregivers are one held after the People Power Revolu- was aware of what happened. In one case, tion. I view it as a second chance for the AARP is launching a national campaign men. Surprisingly, 1 in 4 caregivers is a a campaigner for a teammate requested to to bring awareness to the important role Millennial (between the ages of 18 and Filipino people to decide a better and join me in the helicopter lent to Manglapus brighter future for themselves and the to drop leafl ets. Ironically, the leafl ets he that family caregivers play in the lives 34) and 60 percent of caregivers provide next generation. I also see it as history was dropping did not include Manglapus on of their loved ones. AARP’s Random care for an adult while working outside For more information about how as help our members obtain discounts repeating itself except for the chance to the list. Acts of Kindness for Caregivers contest of the home, requiring them to balance AARP is supporting National Family on a wide range of products, travel, and make some corrections. Cory later on asked Manglapus to quit the will begin on October 15 with the goal caregiving and work responsibilities. Caregivers Month and for more caregiv- services. A trusted source for lifestyle I was personally involved in the 1987 Senate and replace Vice President Laurel of encouraging people to recognize and Virtual Family Caregiving Fair ing resources, visit the AARP Caregiv- tips, news and educational information, elections. I went home to help in the as Secretary of Foreign Affairs. In the reward caregivers – many of whom To help caregivers like the ones fea- ing Resource Center at http://www.aarp. AARP produces AARP The Magazine, next presidential elections, Cory endorsed campaign of my father-in-law, Raul S. spend 18 hours per week providing care tured in AARP The Magazine, AARP org/caregiving. the world's largest circulation magazine; Defense Secretary Fidel Ramos who ran like bathing, dressing, preparing meals, is hosting a Virtual Family Caregiving Manglapus who was picked under Manglapus’ NUCD Party. Some in the AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP At the time, it was Cory’s Choices all administering medications, driving to Fair that will take place on Thursday, About AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP previous Senatorial line-up still ran but lost doctor visits or paying bills – in small November 19, 2015 from 12pm – 4pm the way. In fact, 22 out of the 24 elected to Ramos. en Español, a Spanish-language website were indeed Cory’s chosen candidates. but meaningful ways. EST. From the comfort of a home or of- AARP is a nonprofi t, nonpartisan or- addressing the interests and needs of The only two from the opposition who This election is different. I do not see any- fi ce, a caregiver can register and join the ganization, with a membership of nearly Hispanics. AARP does not endorse made it were Erap Estrada and Johnny body running under Team PNoy who would “Caregiving may be one of the great- free fair online at aarp.org/familycare- 38 million, that helps people turn their candidates for public offi ce or make Enrile. Candidates like Arturo Tolentino, junk others so he or she could be PNoy’s est expressions of love and it’s woven fair. During the virtual fair, a caregiver goals and dreams into real possibilities, contributions to political campaigns Eva Estrada Kalaw, Blas Ople, Francis- chosen successor. The party machinery as into the lives of one in six adults,” says can tour the exhibit hall with over 15 strengthens communities and fi ghts for or candidates. The AARP Foundation co Tatad, Wenceslao Lagumbay, Isidro well as each candidate’s organization would AARP Family and Caregiving Expert booths showcasing various caregiving the issues that matter most to families is an affi liated charity that provides serve all of them better if a Straight Ticket Amy Goyer, author of the new book resources and programs, enter a “mix such as healthcare, employment and security, protection, and empowerment Rodriguez, and many other well-known is pushed. This could mean that Ramon personalities all lost. The Cory train was Juggling Life, Work and Caregiving. “A and mingle” lounge to connect with ex- income security, retirement planning, to older persons in need with support Magsaysay, Jr., Jamby Madrigal, and Risa staggering 40 million family caregiv- perts and other caregivers through online unstoppable! Hontiveros would make the Magic 12. affordable utilities and protection from from thousands of volunteers, donors, This year’s political battle is also about ers provide support for loved ones and, chats, visit a virtual auditorium to view fi nancial abuse. We advocate for indi- and sponsors. AARP has staffed offi ces While many Filipinos voted straight, character and policies of record. Anti- as a caregiver myself, I know that the scheduled and on-demand presentations viduals in the marketplace by selecting in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, many were inserting Erap who was corruption and honesty represented by PNoy smallest acts of kindness – like holding a and videos, and explore a library with products and services of high quality and Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. known as Asiong Salonga in the movies; being his chosen policies versus the records door for someone pushing a wheelchair, additional resources for caregivers. value to carry the AARP name as well Learn more at www.aarp.org. and Johnny Enrile who defi ed Marcos of Estrada (plunder), Enrile (Marcos corrup- surprising them with fl owers, or even and joined the People Power Revolu- tion under Martial Law), and Binay (Makati taking a caregiver’s dog for a walk – can corruption). tion only in the immediate past. Name be memorable moments in the life of a It is therefore very easy for me to vote for caregiver.” Help stop cyberbullying before it starts recognition plus resources accumulated Ramon Magsaysay, Jr., Jamby Madrigal, October is National Bullying Preven- •TALK THINGS OUT WITH A during the corrupt Marcos regime helped and Risa Hontiveros over the children of the Kindness Contest to Help Family tion Month - the perfect time to help FRIEND. them convince local leaders to remove Three Kings. Magsaysay is the son of the Caregivers teens learn how to resolve confl icts be- Call, text, or get online with someone one or two of the Cory candidates and late President Magsaysay who went after fore they escalate. We all know that what you trust. Choose a friend who will be replace them with their names. the “bandits and the crooks” in government. Jamby is a descendant of Senator Pacita More than half of caregivers say they starts out as something small - a snide supportive and calm you down. This year’s elections will be a repeti- comment, a misunderstanding - can •PUT ON THE OTHER PER- tion. This time, it will also be PNoy’s Madrigal Warns, a champion of Women’s feel overwhelmed by the amount of care Rights and a close political partner of Presi- their family member needs. Through quickly turn into a much larger problem, SON’S SHOES. Choices. The big difference is that especially when it happens online. It can be hard to tell what PNoy is backing his choices with dent Magsaysay. Risa Hontiveros is a niece the Random Acts of Kindness for of Leny Hontiveros, an honest executive Share these tips with teens to help them people mean online. A comment achievements, substantial resources, Caregivers contest, AARP hopes that •ASK TRUSTED ADULTS FOR and close associate of the late Senator Raul by encouraging people to show family learn how to manage their emotions, you see as an insult may have HELP. overwhelming organizational advantage, Manglapus. make responsible decisions, and avoid been meant as a joke. a successful and indisputable anti- caregivers small signs of support, it They may be able to give you good Looking for well-bred horses? I found them might encourage overwhelmed caregiv- digital drama. •THINK ABOUT THE CONSE- corruption “Daang Matuwid” campaign for you. PNoy is offering them to you. In advice about how to deal with your feel- ers, free them up to have more time •STEP AWAY TO CALM DOWN. QUENCES. ings and help you talk calmly with the message, and the attainable promise and fact, Ramon Magsaysay, Jr. is No.1 on my Pick an activity that makes you feel Some teens have gotten detention, been hope of better things to come not only list. Magsaysay is my guy. I will tell you why with loved ones they care for, or even other person. in a separate article. give them personal time to relax and better like taking a walk, reading a book, suspended, and in a few cases even been for local leaders but most especially for or listening to music. arrested for things they said online. their constituents. For more resources visit NetSmartz.org In the latest SWS survey, 9 of the Magic 12 are from Team PNoy. One – Ramon Magsay- say, Jr. is competing for the 12th place. Two - Nancy Binay and JV Ejercito Estrada are in. The former is a daughter of VP Jojo Binay while the latter is a son of former President Erap Estrada. Jack Enrile, son of Enrile, and Gringo Honasan, a protégé of Enrile are vy- ing for the last spot against Jun Magsaysay. Not that far away are Jamby Madrigal and Risa Hontiveros of Team PNoy. “Daang Matuwid” (straight path) also means “Walang Dayaan” (no cheating) in a democratic elections not only against op- ponents but against teammates as well. FPJ (Fernando Poe, Jr.) used to say, “Walang Iwanan” (nobody left out). What PNoy and political observers would like to see is for majority of the Filipinos to vote straight Team PNoy without cheating. Straight Path also equals Straight Ticket. Electing all 12 PNoy choices is possible. PNoy will still be President for the next three years after the elections. After achieving much in the fi rst half of his term, he will surely achieve more in the second half but he would work together with a new Congress and new local offi cials whose goals would be to get reelected in the next elections. All should go for a Vote Straight Campaign. The Team PNoy organization up to the pre- cinct level should be given all the resources to deliver the right message and a 12-0 result. The message would include not only why the entire Team PNoy should be elected but more so because of the rewards that go with being part of a new government that would continue instituting reforms in our society. The 2013 elections is really a battle be- tween political personalities and what they represent through their proxies or surrogates. It is a fi ght between PNoy and his anointed successor, Mar Roxas versus what they call the Three Kings – Binay, Estrada, and Enrile. Although PNoy and Mar Roxas will be going for a straight ticket from national to the local level to build and prepare for the 2016 presidential elections, the Three Kings Visit www.divinemercyhills.org. will not. 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To each his own email Zarina Cruz, President of the DMHFSC at [email protected] Encinitas, CA 92023 and single shooting will most likely be the oror call call 619.890.2789. 619.890.2789. rule and not the exception. Why? UNA does not have the precinct level organization and * Divine Mercy Shrine Encinitas is a project of the Divine Mercy Hills Foundation of Southern California the resources as a party that Team PNoy has. The Divine Mercy Hills Foundation of Southern California is dedicated to the design, development and maintenance of a Divine Mercy Shrine for the purpose of spreading Based on these, the three UNA candidates to an aching world the Divine Mercy message and devotion. This shrine will draw people of all nations, cultures and beliefs to a vessel with which they are to keep coming in that have the best chance of landing in the prayer for graces to the fountain of mercy — the image of Divine Mercy. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-pro t organization. Magic 12 are the children of the three Kings.