Msgr. Gutierrez Saints are funny too! — p. 10 Arts & Culture Family Friendly and Free Films at the 16th San Diego Asian Film Festival — p. 2 Health & Wellness Kalusugan’s Inaugural Gala: A New Tree Planted!— p. 4 Lifestyle Zena Babao: Is America in Serious Trouble? — p. 9

October 30-November 5, 2015

PHL only SEA country with Internet freedom —study GMA News | MANILA, Philippines wins round 1 Michael Gaviola’s Fourth Act: 10/29/2015 -- The Philippines is the only country in the Southeast in historic case vs China Asian region that has Internet by Paterno Esmaquel II, Rap- disputes.” Educating the youth of his hometown freedom, according to an analy- pler.com | MANILA, 10/30/2015 “The Tribunal has also held that sis conducted by independent – In a round one victory for the China’s decision not to partici- By Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. watchdog organization Freedom Philippines, a United Nations- pate in these proceedings does Publisher & Editor House. This year also marks the backed arbitral tribunal at The not deprive the Tribunal of juris- San Diego Asian Journal fi fth consecutive year of Internet Hague, Netherlands, unanimous- diction and that the Philippines’ The original and fi rst Asian Journal in America freedom decline globally. ly decided it has the right to hear decision to commence arbitration The report, entitled Freedom Manila’s historic case against unilaterally was not an abuse of on the Net 2015, looked at the Beijing. the Convention’s dispute settle- San Diego, California Internet freedom of 65 countries In a news release late Thursday ment procedures,” it said. October 30, 2015 around the world, scoring coun- evening, October 29, the tribu- “In light of the foregoing, the tries based on three criteria— nal said it “has held that both Tribunal has concluded that it obstacles to access (25 points the Philippines and China are is presently able to decide that maximum), limits on content (35 parties” to the United Nations it does have jurisdiction with points maximum), and viola- Convention on the Law of the respect to the matters raised in 7 tions of user rights (40 points Sea, and therefore “bound by its of the Philippines’ Submissions. maximum). A total score of 0 is provisions on the settlement of ( Continued on page 6 ) considered the most free and 100 is the least free. Countries with scores from 0-30 Pope Francis: I have special are considered “free,” from 31-60 ot too many Filpinos have a chance to make a are considered “partly free,” and admiration for Filipinos fortune in America and return to the Philippines to from 61-100 are considered “not CBCP.org | VATICAN, free.” 10/24/2015— Almost a year after repay the country of their birth. Michael Gaviola N The Philippines has a total score his visit to the Philippines, Pope is one. of 27, making it the only South- Francis still has some nice things east Asian country included in to say about the Filipinos. On Monday, November 9, 2015, he will inaugurate his latest pet project: a school building where the study with Internet freedom. In a brief and casual meeting many students can get an excellent education without going to Metro Manila and spending their The Philippine score breakdown with Filipino bishops attending parents hard-earned money on transportation, boarding and living expenses. Its impact on the present is 10 points for obstacles to the ongoing Synod on the family and future generations of Tarlaquenos is long-lasting, and will secure the legacy of Michael and his access, 5 points for limits on con- at the Vatican, the Pope again wife Rosemarie. tent, and 12 points for violations expressed his admiration for the Many people know of Michael Gaviola, yet do not really know him. What they see is a very ener- of user rights. Filipino faith. getic and optimistic marketing professional, someone who will not be discouraged by the seemingly In the whole of Asia, the Philip- “The Holy Father said ‘I have impossible task of moving a product or a business despite many obstacles. said the Pope also recalled with pines is only second to Japan special admiration for the Fili- He is such an optimist that when faced with a seemingly impossible task, he continues to believe “great happiness” the “Lolo (which has a score of 22). Of the pinos,’” Cebu Archbishop Jose in his endeavor like Moses was convinced God will part the sea so his chosen people could cross. Kiko” Filipinos nickname that countries included in the analy- Palma quoted the pontiff as say- While waiting for prospective customers in an almost empty room just a few minutes before our Filipinos fondly gave him. sis, China is the least free, with a ing. “Basically, he is taking us as sales presentation, he would tell me: “Natrapik sila (They got caught in the traffi c), or “They will all “He was really laughing and score of 88. people of great faith.” ( Continued on page 6 ) ( Continued on page 6 ) However, Internet freedom in Daet Bishop Gilbert Garcera the Philippines is actually on the decline, compared to the fi rst Prominent civic leader, Game changer: America vs China in the West evaluation in 2012. There’s also no change in the Lee T. Doria, passed away Philippine Sea Philippines’ freedom of Internet May the soul of Leonida by Richard Javad Heydar- signifi cant resistance. reclamation activities and that of score between 2014 and 2015. Ramirez Tamondong Doria ian, Rappler.com | 10/26/2015 Utilizing state-of-the art tech- other claimant states in the area. Press freedom is considered -- After hesitating for years, the nology, China has artifi cially Given the massive power asymmetry partly free and improving access rest in everlasting peace! between China and its smaller neighbors, United States has fi nally decided reclaimed 20 times more land only the United States has the wherewithal to Internet is hindered by expen- Leonida, who was popularly to openly challenge China in the than all other claimant coun- to challenge Beijing’s unremitting quest for sive subscription fees and service West Philippine Sea, deploying tries combined in the last four maritime dominance in East Asia. And to the limited mostly to major cities. known as Lee T. Doria, was sur- delight of its Asian allies, particularly the rounded by her family and rela- destroyers into the 12 nautical decades. China hopes that these Philippines and Japan, the Obama adminis- The study noted that out of miles radius of Chinese-occu- construction activities will tration is fi nally drawing a line in the sand, a population of 100.1 million tives when she passed peacefully challenging China’s great wall of sand in at 5:45am, October 22, 2015 at pied land features in the area. bolster its sovereignty claims one of the most vital Sea Lines of Commu- people, the Philippines has an her palatial home in Stonebridge Throughout the last two years, (see Art.7 and 47, Paragraph 4 of nications (SLOCs) on earth. Internet penetration rate of 40 China has frantically built a UNCLOS) in the area and allow On the surface, the US is simply engaging percent and no blocked social Estates at Scripps Ranch after a in routine operations to ensure freedom of fi erce battle against lung cancer. sprawling “great wall of sand” it to better project power against navigation in the West Philippine Sea and media or information and com- Lee was born on December 18, across the Spratly (Kalayaan) other claimant states. There is beyond. It is easy to dismiss America’s latest munications technology (ICT) islands, changing the facts on the no moral, legal, and technologi- move as calibrated saber-rattling to calm the apps, no blocked political or ( Continued on page 4 ) ground without confronting any cal equivalence between China’s ( Continued on page 7 ) ( Continued on page 6 )

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N5090161A.indd 1 10/19/15 11:17 AM Page 4 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 30-November 5, 2015 HealthHealth && WellnessWellness Childhood Lead West Nile Virus Update: 30 Cases, Governor Signs Poisoning is Five Deaths Weber Bill Ex- That number is an increase from 22 303 dead infected birds recovered Preventable people a week ago and includes a newly 45 batches of infected mosquitoes panding Educa- A child got his blood tested for lead confi rmed death, County Health and collected poisoning at an event in City Heights. Human Services Agency offi cials said. Nine sentinel chickens testing positive tional Support More than 1,000 children and young The 30 cases include 27 confi rmed hu- for West Nile virus adults under the age of 21 in San Diego man cases including four deaths, three Prevent, Protect, Report: for Foster Kids County had elevated blood lead levels in that were previously reported, and three Prevent Mosquito Breeding: Dump out 2012, according to the California Depart- probable cases, including one previously or remove any item inside or outside of SACRAMENTO – Governor Edmund ment of Public Health (CDPH) Child- reported death. homes that can hold water, such as plant G. “Jerry” Brown has signed legislation Kalusugan’s Inaugural Gala: hood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch. The California Department of Public saucers, rain gutters, buckets, garbage authored by Assemblymember Shirley Health uses patient symptoms and blood cans, toys, old tires, and wheelbarrows. N. Weber aimed at tripling the number That’s why preventing childhood lead and spinal fl uid tests to classify possible Mosquito fi sh, available for free by con- of foster children eligible for supple- A New Tree Planted! poisoning is so important and the County West Nile virus cases as “confi rmed,” tacting the Environmental Health Vector mental educational services through Some of you may be wondering what this event. Five community organiza- of San Diego is launching a “Prevent “probable,” “suspected” or “not a case.” Control Program, may be used to control the state’s Foster Youth Services (FYS) happened to Kalusugan Community tions were chosen by KCS to be given Childhood Lead Poisoning: Learn Where For public reporting, state public health mosquito breeding in backyard water program. Services (KCS)? Where is it now? Is it awards due to their dedication and Lead Can Be” campaign to raise aware- and the County consider both “con- sources such as unused swimming pools, “We know that students in foster care alive or dead? Since the Filipino Ameri- faithfulness for service to the commu- ness during California Childhood Lead fi rmed” and “probable” cases as West ponds, fountains and horse troughs. are more likely to achieve their full po- can Wellness Center at 1419 East 8th nity and KCS. Poisoning Prevention Week Oct. 25-31. Nile virus infections. Protect Yourself from Mosquito Bites: tential when they are provided services Street, National City, was sold in March These are the: Cosmopolitan Lion’s “We want to remind parents that lead The latest confi rmed death was a Protect yourself from West Nile virus designed to meet their particular needs,” of this year, many have been wonder- Club, San Diego Majestic Lion’s Club, poisoning can be detrimental to young 62-year-old San Diego man, who died by staying inside when most mosquitoes said Assemblymember Weber. “It’s ing what has happened to KCS. Gossips Philippine Nurses Association, Samahan children’s health and development and Oct. 15. are most active, at dusk and dawn. Wear imperative that foster youth get the sup- have been around the community that FilAm Performing Arts & Education it’s important that they ask their child’s At the start of September, San Diego long sleeves and pants or use repellent port and resources they need to succeed KCS has folded and has disappeared. Center, and Silk Road Productions. The doctor about lead testing,” said Wilma County had just one confi rmed human when outdoors. Use insect repellent academically.” Many also have not been reading the new staff and board members will be Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., San Diego Coun- case. This week County public health that contains DEET, picaridin, oil of Students in foster care are one of Asian Journal to read the news that presented and inducted by Atty. Audie ty public health offi cer. “A blood test is and environmental health vector control lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535. Make the most vulnerable and academically KCS is downloading and not folding. De Castro, Philippine Honorary Consul the only way to identify and confi rm lead offi cials reminded people to follow the sure screens on windows and doors are underserved student groups in California People should know there’s a difference General. poisoning in children.” County’s “Prevent, Protect, Report” in good condition and secured to keep schools. A recent study found that foster between those two terms. Sponsors for this event are: San Diego Most children who have lead poisoning guidelines to protect themselves from insects out. youth had both the lowest graduation Well, I want you to know that fi rst of Gas & Electric, UCSD Department of do not act or look sick, and the expo- mosquitoes that can transmit West Nile rate and highest dropout rate of any all, we moved our offi ce to half of the Family Medicine and Public Health, UC sure frequently goes unrecognized. If virus to humans from infected birds and Report Dead Birds and Green Swim- student group in the state. FYS helps Asian Journal offi ce in National City— SD Health, Comerica Bank, and Cox they have any symptoms, they may be animals. ming Pools: Report dead crows, ravens, these students through special programs, i.e., 550 East 8th Street, Suite 6, Nation- Cares. There will be raffl es, dancing, easily confused with common child- As of Oct. 28, the County reported: jays, hawks and owls, and green swim- including counseling and mentoring, al City in the Old Schoolhouse Square music by Azroz Professional Sound and hood complaints such as stomachaches, 27 confi rmed human cases, including ming pools to the Environmental Health aimed at mitigating the academic disad- close to the Villa Manila Restaurant. Lighting and entertainment by Dance crankiness, headaches or loss of appetite, four deaths and two people who did not Vector Control Program by calling (858) vantages foster youth experience. It’s smaller, cozier, cheaper to maintain, Arts Center, Chaplain Cometa and according to CDPH. Even low levels suffer illness but were screened when 694-2888 or emailing vector@sdcounty. The FYS program is limited by statute more parking, more access to different Master Siu-Fong, a well known Tai Chi of lead in blood have been shown to volunteering to donate blood. ca.gov. to serving foster youth placed in non- restaurants, and so less stressful! Instructor at Southwestern College and affect IQ, the ability to pay attention and Three probable human cases, including relative foster care settings like group KCS is also having an Inaugural Gala around the world. academic achievement. one death For more information about West Nile homes, which results in students placed Celebration on November 12, 2015, Tickets are $60/person or $550 for a Children can be exposed to lead by Nine suspected human cases (with virus, go to San Diego County’s “Fight with relatives being shut out of getting Thursday from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM at table of ten. For information and tickets, ingesting lead-contaminated dust, paint state tests pending) the Bite” website. the services they need. Currently, only the Marina Village, Baja Room, 1936 contact Lauren Garces at lauren@ chips from deteriorating lead-based about 30 percent of California’s foster Quivira Way, San Diego 92109. silkroadproductions.us / (619) 828-3101. paint, and lead-contaminated soil. youth are eligible for the program. The community is invited to come and Hope to see you!!!!! from 2013 and a 10 percent increase “Regardless of placement, these chil- see what KCS has been doing this past Other sources of lead poisoning are: U.S EPA since 2012. dren are our responsibility,” Weber said. year in terms of moving forward and SDG&E MESSAGE lead dust carried home on parents’ work EPA defi nes green power as electricity “We know that foster children living designing a New Kalusugan—thus, A clothes ( Continued from page 5 ) that is generated from renewable sources, with relatives face the same barriers to NEW TREE PLANTED. What’s Your Power Plan In Emergen- including solar, wind, geothermal, biogas, academic achievement as youth in group As a result of our strategic visioning, cies? certain imported ceramic pottery green power annually, which is equiva- and low-impact hydroelectric sources. Green homes. It just makes sense that we give we will have a new name, revised vi- Emergencies can happen at any time painted objects lent to the annual power needs of nearly power does not produce fossil fuel-based all of these children the additional sup- sion, mission, goals, objectives and more and on any scale. Emergencies can traditional home remedies 295,000 average American homes. greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to port they need for success.” comprehensive programs. Dr. Ofelia Di- require or cause disruption to gas and imported candies and food products Green Power Suppliers of the Year climate change. The Partnership currently AB 854 would expand FYS eligibility rige, Founder and President, will present electric service. You can remain POW- additionally, adults who work in jobs or 3DegreesGroup, Inc., Based in San has more than 1,300 partner organizations voluntarily using billions of kilowatt-hours to match the broader defi nition of foster this strategic visioning at the Gala. Be ERful before and during emergencies by hobbies that involve lead products such Francisco, Calif., offers customized of green power annually. Partners include youth used in the state’s Local Control sure to come if you want to see what the creating a Power Plan in advance. as soldering, making stained glass, and green power options to more than Fortune 500 companies, small and medium Funding Formula for K-12 education. future is like for KCS and whether you Power Plan handling bullets or fi shing sinkers can 25 million retail electricity custom- sized businesses, local, state, and federal The bill also leverages the expertise and would be challenged to get involved. BEFORE AN EMERGENCY put children at risk by bringing lead dust ers through its utility partnerships. governments, and colleges and universities. knowledge of the county FYS programs The main speaker is Dr. James Sal- home on their clothes 3Degrees also retails renewable energy The awardees were selected based upon to support districts in implementing lis who will talk about “Kalusugan’s Update your contact information in The San Diego County Health and Hu- certifi cates (RECs) and carbon offset multiple criteria, including the size and scale LCFF for foster youth. Special Role in the Filipino Community: My Account & enroll in alerts to be man Services Agency’s Childhood Lead products to Fortune 500® companies, of their green power commitment, leadership The Future is Bright!” He is Distin- contacted if your power is out. Poisoning Prevention Program will have green building fi rms, and other orga- in purchasing and generating, internal and guished Professor of Family Medicine For those with medical conditions that information displays at all County Re- nizations. In 2014, 3Degrees delivered external communications efforts, as well as organizational strategy for investing in green and Public Health; Chief, Division of requires access to energy use, enroll in gional Public Health Centers as part of more than 9 billion kWh via Green-e power. Behavioral Health UCSD; and Director SDG&E’s Medical Baseline program the campaign. They will also be making certifi ed RECs—an increase of 30 per- For more on the 2015 Green Power Leader- of Active Living Research. LCDR John which provides not only a bill discount presentations to healthcare providers and cent over 2013. ship award winners, please visit: http://www. Cometa, Chaplain Corps of the U.S. but notifi cations should power be community groups and raising awareness Silicon Valley Power, located in epa.gov/greenpower/awards/winners.htm Navy, a promoter of Total Wellness, will disrupted. through HHSA’s Facebook and Twitter Santa Clara, Calif., offers a voluntary give the challenge to the community and Identify places near your home, work accounts. program that supplies up to 100 percent also deliver the closing prayer. and school that have back-up power For more detailed information regard- of customers’ electricity usage with Lee T. Doria The Dr. Riz Oades Endowed Scholar- ing the campaign or to request materials power from eligible renewable sources. ship Award was started this year by KCS ( Continued on page 15 ) or a presentation, please visit www. The program distributed more than 160 ( Continued from page 1 ) and the awardee will be announced at sdlead.org or call 619-692-8487. megawatt-hours (MWh) of green power to its customers in 2014, its all-time 1946 to Felisa Villacorta Ramirez record, which was a 5 percent increase and Jose Tenorio Tamondong in Malued District, Dagupan City, Philippines. If You or Your Parents Were A well-loved and trusted community leader, she was the president of the Da- or the gupan City Club of San Diego, Pangas- BBORNORN IINN AAS SI IA A inan Association of San Diego County, House of the Philippines in Balboa Park, and the Co-General Chairperson of the PPAACICIFFICIC IISSLANDLANDSS Annual Miss Philippines of San Diego County Beauty Pageant in the early ‘90s CDC Recommends That You sponsored by the Philippine-American Community Association of San Diego Get Tested for HEPATITIS B County. An experienced and success- ful business entrepreneur, she was the Broker-Owner of the LT Doria Realty & Mortgage and a Certifi ed Public Ac- countant in California. She was survived by her husband, Manny Doria, the Special Assistant to ?? then-US Congressman Bob Filner; her children / in-laws: John-John Doria / Desiree Gutierrez Doria, Andrea Doria 2 out of every 3 Asian Fernandez / Ernest Fernandez, Nancy Americans with Hepatitis B Doria Bandoy / Jay Bandoy, and Alma don’t know they Doria Do / Viet Do), and her seven are infected grandchildren: Marvin Doria Fernandez, Did you know that Amity Doria Fernandez, Enzo Gutierrez 1 in 12 Asian People with Doria, Logan Gutierrez Doria, Athena Hepatitis B often have Doria Bandoy, Orion Doria Bandoy, and Americans have Cody Doria Do. She was preceded in Hepatitis B? NO SYMPTOMS death by her second eldest son, Victor Bernard Tamondong Doria. 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The fi rms were among 25 has one of the nation’s most robust businesses and organizations across 13 renewable energy programs in terms of Encinitas, CA – October 26, 2015 – At Oceanside, CA – North County Transit states recognized for their achievements its level of implementation—achiev- 5:15 pm on November 1, in a downtown District (NCTD) has been working for in advancing the nation’s renewable ing 100 percent renewable energy use alley, the fi rst mural of the Encinitas the last three months to prepare NCTD energy market and reducing greenhouse company-wide in the U.S. as of 2014. 101 MainStreet Association’s Alley facilities for the strengthening El Niño gas emissions that contribute to climate Apple previously received a Partner of Activation Program will be revealed. storm system in the Pacifi c Ocean. change. the Year Award in 2014 and an On-Site The mural is being completed on the This weather pattern has the potential Some tips on selling your “We commend all our award winners Generation Award in 2013. back of the Coast Hwy Traders building, to become one of the most powerful on for expanding the use of the zero carbon Green Power Purchasing Partners of between D and E streets to the west of record, according to weather forecasters. market,” said Jared Blumenfeld, EPA’s the Year South Coast Hwy 101. El Niño could bring extremely intense properties in the Philippines Regional Administrator for the Pacifi c Crossroads School for Arts and Sci- The public is encouraged to come storms to the West Coast during the Southwest. “These organizations demon- ences, located in Santa Monica, Calif., directly from the Day of the Dead Cel- winter of 2015-2016. Phil-Am Law 101 by Atty. Rogelio problem is, most buyers will not buy strate that green power is an affordable is a founding member of the Renewable ebration held at the Encinitas Commu- In preparation for El Niño, NCTD is Karagdag, Jr., Member, State Bar of the property unless you fi rst remove the investment that provides reliable energy Energy Consortium for Schools, which nity Center to the unveiling , which will taking proactive measures to ensure safe California & Integrated Bar of the annotation. So, the sooner you pay the while fi ghting global warming.” enables schools to purchase green power include entertainment and refreshments and continuous transit operations, and Philippines inheritance tax, the sooner you can sell The 2015 Green Power Leadership effi ciently and at competitive prices. as well as costume contests for those to reduce the risk to NCTD facilities your property. Awards were presented today at the In 2014, Crossroads purchased more who come dressed in Day of the Dead including railroad tracks, stations, and If you are planning to sell your prop- Fourthly, if your property is classifi ed annual Renewable Energy Markets than 1.6 million kWh of green power, dress, even including pet costumes. bus maintenance facilities. Foreseeable erty in the Philippines, there are some as agricultural, and worse, tenanted, the Conference in Arlington, VA. The fol- representing 100 percent of the school’s Coast Hwy Traders owner Beverly storm impacts could include soil erosion important things that you will have to buyer will usually require you to remove lowing businesses and organizations in electricity use. Goodman chose artists Debi Winger onto or beneath rail tracks, fl ooding, fail- keep in mind. the tenant and to change the classifi ca- Kaiser Permanente, located in Oakland, and Mayra Navarro from among several ure of weak tree limbs, or loss of power. tion of your property from agricultural to Calif., concluded a renewable energy artists who applied to paint a Day of the During recent months, NCTD staff First, marketing your property in the residential or commercial. This process in-fact or engage the services of a pro- purchase program that will increase its Dead mural on the back of Goodman’s have taken action to mitigate potential Philippines is quite different than that in if quite expensive and lengthy. You must fessional who is competent, trustworthy on-site solar generation by as much as building as part of an Alley Activation risks associated with El Niño by: the United States. Here, a seller can usu- go through several agricultural agencies and knowledgeable. Your representative 70 megawatts (MW) and will enable Program organized by the Encinitas trimming trees to reduce the likelihood ally avail of the multiple listing service to get the conversion permit. Now, as will have to prepare the paperwork, deal delivery of more than 150 MW of off- 101 MainStreet Association (formerly of falling tree limbs; (MLS). While MLS is also available in regards the tenants, you may have to pay with several government agencies, and site solar and wind generation in coming DEMA). The program is designed to stockpiling and staging key supplies the Philippines, it is on a very limited a hefty compensation to have them agree negotiate with the buyer. But most im- years. As a result, half of all electricity bring more foot traffi c to downtown such as sandbags, rail ballast and storm basis. Also, you can readily research the to surrender their tenancy rights. If there portantly, you must be able to trust your will come from renewables by 2017, alleys and eliminate the criminal activity water fi ltration rolls; market value of your property here by are trees in your land, you may also have representative with the purchase money. enabling the company to meet its green- that the alleys have attracted for many reserving back-up equipment such simply going online. In the Philippines, to get a permit from barangay and the house emissions goals three years ahead years. Plans include additional murals, as fl atbed trucks for laying ballast and market value is very subjective and even Department of Environment and Natural Atty. Rogelio Karagdag, Jr. is licensed of the target date. landscaping, lighting, and improve- sandbags; the appraisal made by a professional ap- Resources (DENR) before you can cut to practice law in both California and the On-Site Generation Partner of the Year ments to the dumpster location, possibly cleaning and protecting drainage facili- praiser is often unreliable. Finally, there them down. Philippines. He practices immigration City of Hayward, CA/Water Pollu- even dumpster sharing and customized ties to prevent fl ooding and reduce storm is no established escrow or title com- You must also be aware of the taxes law in San Diego and has continuously tion Control Facility (WPCF), located enclosures. water pollution; and pany service in the Philippines; instead, involved. If you are the seller, you usu- been a trial and appellate attorney in in Alameda County, Calif., replaced its Encinitas 101 MainStreet Director purchasing sump pumps and additional most transactions are being handled by ally pay a 6% capital gains tax. The 6% the Philippines since 1989. He travels aging cogeneration units with a new 1.1 Thora Guthrie said, “This project not power generators to limit the impacts of lawyers. is based on the fair market value, not between San Diego and Manila. His megawatt cogeneration facility that uses only enhances our downtown, but it fl ooding and power loss Secondly, if the property is inherited on the gain you make. If the property is offi ce is located at 10717 Camino Ruiz, the methane produced from the digesters brings the community together to do “Our goal is to be as El Niño Ready and the title is still in your parents’ commercial), there is a value added tax Suite 102, San Diego, CA 92126. He as fuel. The new facility, along with the so.” She added, “There are already a as possible and to minimize storm and names, you cannot sell it without fi rst of 12%. also has an offi ce in the Philippines at solar array, produces more eligible green number of businesses operating out of fl ooding impacts on our public transit fa- paying the inheritance tax. The process Finally, you sign the deed of sale and Unit 1718, Manila Executive Regency, power than the WPCF needs, which the alleys. It is our hope to have more cilities that could disrupt transit services is quite long and tedious, sometimes get paid. Now, how do you bring your 1200 J. Bocobo Street, Ermita, Manila, means it can export excess electric businesses located here, creating an even for the public”, said Matthew Tucker, lasting up to 6 months. Ask yourself money with you to the United States? with telephone numbers (02)554-0412 & energy to other city facilities. The city more vibrant downtown, with even more NCTD’s Executive Director. “If the El -- will you have the time, patience and As you know, you cannot carry all that (02)5221199. Please call (858)348-7475 estimates that the WPCF will export shopping and event spaces.” Niño visits San Diego with the intensity funds to be coming back and forth to the money with you into the United States or email him at rkaragdag@attyim- 1,192 megawatt-hours of green power The Alley Activation Program has expected, there will be fl ooding and ero- Philippines to do this? without getting in trouble with the law. migration.com. He speaks Tagalog annually. received strong support from both the sion that will disrupt our operations but Thirdly, assuming that the property The safest way is to remit the money to fl uently. Articles written in this column Sustained Excellence in Green Power city and county. Encinitas City Coun- our goal is to be prepared and minimize is inherited and you are able to pay the your bank account in the United States. are not legal advice but are hypotheticals Partner of the Year cil awarded the program $5,000 for the impacts of El Niño winter storms on inheritance tax, the title will contain Most Philippine banks provide this intended as general, non-specifi c legal Intel Corporation, based in Santa Clara, 2015, even more than E101 requested. transit riders.” an annotation at the back that will stay service for a nominal fee. information. Readers must seek legal Calif., is the largest U.S. voluntary pur- Individual businesses are also getting Special attention for this preparedness there for two years. You must wait for Good if you are able to go to the consultation before taking any legal chaser of green power and since 2013 it support for their portion of the projects planning focused on potential erosion 2 years before you can ask the Register Philippines and take care of all these steps. has purchased 100 percent green power through the City of Encinitas Façade and runoff from slopes and bluffs along of Deeds to cancel the annotation. The matters. Otherwise, appoint an attorney- for its U.S. operations. Intel is currently Improvement Grants. In addition, the rail lines. Preparedness plans also using more than 3.1 billion kWh of Alley Activation Program was awarded focused on potential fl ooding areas near ( Continued on page 4 ) ( Continued on page 14 ) ( Continued on page 15 ) Page 6 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 30-November 5, 2015 PerspectivesPerspectives because they trusted us. They knew we put our reputation at stake because we sincerely believed the developer would Balik Bayani deliver.” The endeavor gradually succeeded by Ruel Borgonia and other developers started coming to Michael Gaviola and asking for repre- sentation. Eventually, other developers followed his example and sent their representatives to different areas in the Read previous articles by Ruel Borgonia U.S., Canada, the Middle East and even at ww.asianjournalusa.com Europe where overseas Filipino workers were aplenty. Mike’s vision that his concept of patriotic investment would help the country became a reality. He Michael Gaviola’s Fourth Act: could then sit back and relax, knowing Filipino American History Month the seed he planted had grown into a strong tree and spawned other seeds to (428 Years of Fil Am History) Educating the youth of his develop into a forest. He knew he could do more but had to retire not for himself BALIK BAYANI pines." New York: Ballentine Books, but for his beloved Marie. He owed a lot By Ruel M. Borgonia 1989. hometown to her for keeping their family together 10. When Filipinos came to the United ( Continued from page 1 ) pines. Guided by the spirit of a song that and supporting all his endeavors. She The month of October is offi cially States in the early 1900's, they had to proclaimed that if one “could make it in worked too hard and deserved a rest. observed as Filipino-American History compete against other ethnic groups to New York, he could make it anywhere,” They bought a luxurious condominium Month in the United States. earn a living. Tensions grew between soon be coming, brace yourself”. Marie and Mike Gaviola But his story, the story of his true they encountered little diffi culty and unit in Mandaluyong in Metro Manila History cannot be changed…and it white Americans and Filipinos. White seemed on their way to an eventual and settled into a retirement, although affects us until today. Learning from the Americans blamed Filipinos for taking being, is known only to a few. comfortable retirement. But one event in its cities, mountains, rice fi elds and the energetic Mike could not help but past is everyone’s responsibility. But their women and their jobs. For this changed the course of Mike Gaviola’s towns. If he succeeded in encouraging dabble in some other projects. how many of our Filipino American reason, many hotels, restaurants, and Privileged child life: September 11. Mike worked in one his fellow Filipino Americans to buy “We always enjoyed going to the mov- kababayans really know our history. even swimming pools had signs that of the buildings, and it was just fortunate properties in the Philippines, money ies on Thursdays,” Marie confi ded when Knowing our history will let us know read "POSITIVELY NO FILIPINOS Michael grew up as a privileged child he was not at work that morning. It would fl ow in from the U.S. Houses and I asked about retiring in the Philippines. our heritage and our identity as a people. ALLOWED!" Sometimes they read, of educated and affl uent parents. His was a wake-up call. For a long time, condominiums would be built; construc- “Why Thursdays?” I asked. Here are 20 facts of Fil Am history to "NO DOGS ALLOWED!" father and mother were educators who he experienced the guilt complex of a tion-related manpower like masons, “Because on Thursdays, movie tickets learn and share; Source: Cordova, Fred. "Filipinos: ran a very successful school and other survivor. He questioned his good fortune carpenters, engineers, architects, realtors are free to senior citizens like us,” Mike 1. Question: Did you know who Forgotten Asian Americans". Dubuque, business endeavors. As a teenager in Ba- until he realized there was a reason for and others would be hired; manufactur- blurted out. invented the fl ourescent light? Answer: Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publushing Co., guio City, he would drive the family car it. He still needed to live to do good for ers of cement and other construction We all had a good laugh. AGAPITO FLORES invented the 1983. despite being too young to do so legally. his fellowman. materials like nails, lumber, and roofi ng fl ourescent light in the early 1940's, thus 11. Where did the term Pinoy origi- After his parents had gone to bed, he This he proved to himself when an would prosper and provide employ- They were supposed “to live happily the name FLUOR-RES-CENT. nate? would sneak out and push the car quietly opportunity to sell properties in the ment to many. The Philippine economy ever after” at this point when a family Source: Information adopted from It is believed that the term Pinoy out of the driveway into the street. Once Philippines came to his door. Several would boom. All this because Filipino crisis forced them into the “fourth act” Filipino American National Historical originated from the early Filipinos who he thought he was far away enough, he businessmen in the Philippines learned Americans were encouraged to buy of their lives, the fi rst being their life in Society (FANHS) Instruction Kit 1992 came to the United States. The Manongs would start the car and speed away to about his marketing skills and good homes in the Philippines by marketing the Philippines, the second their migra- 2. Back in the 1920's and '30's, the ratio (uncles) as the "oldtimers" were also join his friends to all-night parties. reputation, and offered him the job. people with vision like Michael Gaviola. tion to the United States, and the third of men to women was 20 to 1 (because known to call themselves Pinoys to As a young family man, he proved Michael dubbed this phenomenon as their life after 9/11 with patriotic invest- of World War I). In some places it was distinguish themselves from Filipinos himself to be a prolifi c breadwinner. Not easy “patriotic investment”; when it caught ment endeavors. Mike parent’s school 40 to 1. Because they were Filipino, living in the Philippines. In no time, he settled his family into a fi re and succeeded, he earned the honor business in Tarlac needed attention, es- they were not allowed to marry white Source: Philippine History 101 website luxurious house in White Plains in Que- It was not an easy decision for Mike to of being “the father of patriotic invest- pecially since its main proponent, one of women. In the state of California dur- http://pubweb.acns.nwu.edu/~fl ip/his- zon City, one of the country’s exclusive accept the offer. Although his thriving ment.” their sisters, passed away. Mike realized ing 1926, the local authorities imposed tory.html communities. There was nothing he business was interrupted by the terror- “It was not an easy task,” he admitted he had to continue his parent’s legacy by anti-miscegenation laws on Filipinos. 12. It was on October of 1890 that San could not sell as a marketing executive. ist attacks, he could still pursue other during a television interview lauding his getting involved in its operation. But his Filipinos had to drive out of state in Miguel Beer was born.. San Miguel But he also had a taste for the good life: endeavors that were worth his time. Sell- success. “Many people did not believe motive is not profi t, for he has enough order to marry white women. Pale Pilsen is the best selling foreign expensive clothes, cars and the works. ing properties in the Philippines was a us especially since a few were burned by to tide over his family comfortably. It is Source: Information adopted from the beer brand in: the South of China, Hong He also enjoyed the game of chance, the pioneering task that could not guarantee the experience. They were sold proper- to share his blessings by helping educate National Filipino-American Empower- Kong, Beijing, and Nepal. FOUR out of thrill of taking risks. He experienced the a success, for it was an untrodden path. ties that were not built.” thousands, if not millions, of the youth ment Conference 1997 brochure. EVERY FIVE beers being drunk in the highs and the lows in life. No one had done it yet; no one knew it and assure them a better future. At noon 3. In 1763, Filipinos made their fi rst Philippines is a San Miguel. When the family had an opportunity would be feasible. The plan on November 9, Mike and Marie will permanent settlement in the bayous and Source: San Miguel Beer Home Page to migrate to the United States and But after surviving a sure death and inaugurate the opening of a new school marshes of Louisiana. As sailors and http://www.sanmiguelbeer.com start a new life, Michael and Marie did with a new lease in life, he had nothing But Mike had a plan. He put up a building. He asked me to drop whatever navigators on board Spanish galleons, 13. In 1781, Antonio Miranda Rodri- not think twice, especially since they to lose. As a New Yorker who “made company, the Philippine Properties I am doing, fl y over to the Philippines, Filipinos -- also known as "Manila- guez Poblador, a Filipino, along with believed it would secure a better future it in the greatest city in the world and Center, Inc., and asked the publishers of and be an honored guest to witness the men" or Spanish-speaking Filipinos 44 other individuals were sent by the for their children. Still, their hearts therefore would make it anywhere,” the reputable Filipino American newspapers start of the next chapter in his blessed -- jumped ship to escape the brutality of Spanish government from Mexico to remained in their home country. In New prophets of doom did not discourage to become his managing partners. life. their Spanish masters. They built houses establish what is now known as the city York, they proved they could duplicate him. Instead, he saw it as an opportu- “Nagbebenta kami ng drowing (We And on Thursday, he and Marie, just on stilts along the gulf ports of New of Los Angeles. their success - Mike in the marketing nity to help his countrymen. This was a were selling drawing)”, said one of like always, will watch a movie. Tickets Orleans and were the fi rst in the United Source: Cordova, Fred. "Filipinos: world and Marie in the health industry chance to pay back his country for the them. “People bought not because are free, you know, for it’s senior citi- States to introduce the sun-drying pro- Forgotten Asian Americans". Dubuque, - just like what they did in the Philip- blessings he received while growing up they saw an already-built property but zens’ day.– AJ cess of shrimp. Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publushing Co., Source: Marina E. Espina. "Filipinos in 1983. Louisiana". A.F. Laborde & Sons: New 14. Loida Nicolas Lewis, a Filipina- nasty (206 BCE – 220 CE). The Central Orleans, 1988. American, is chairman and CEO of TLC Asian sections of the trade routes were 4.Did you know that a Filipino-Amer- Beatrice International Holdings, Inc., a expanded around 114 BCE by the Han ican named Eduardo San Juan designed multinational food company with sales dynasty, largely through the missions the Lunar Rover or "moon buggy" in 1995 of $2.1 billion. Working Woman and explorations of Chinese imperial which was used by the Apollo astronauts magazine hailed her as the top business- envoy, Zhang Qian. The Chinese took to explore the moon? woman in the country for 1994. Mrs. great interest in the safety of their trade Source: "Filipino Americans - Just like Lewis was the fi rst Asian woman to pass products and extended the Great Wall Me!" Compiled by Mencie Y. Hairston the New York State bar exam without of China to ensure the protection of the 5. The elite class of rich Filipinos, also having studied law in the U.S. trade route.” known as "pensionados," were allowed Source: Ann On-Line http://www.an- to come to America to learn in American nonline.com Imagine, for two millennia the Silk universities. In November 1903, 103 15. The 4th wave of Filipino Immigra- Road facilitated trade. Now, Silkwave-1 pensionados became the fi rst Filipino tion to the United States began after the is going to facilitate it more than ever students in American universities and passage of the Immigration Act of 1965 before. campuses. and continues to the present day. This “A variant of the fl ight-proven Boeing Source: Adelaida Castillo-Tsuchida's allowed the entry of as many as 20,000 702 satellite family, Silkwave-1 will "Filipino Migrants in San Diego: 1900- ( Continued on page 14 ) Boeing Satellite to Expand Mobile Communi- be equipped with highly effi cient solar 1946". University of San Diego, San satellite, we have signifi cantly moved cells, generating 14 Kw of power and Diego, CA, 1979. cations Services in Asia; New 702 satellite, forward in making next-generation mo- carrying a 9-meter refl ector. “The new 6. Immediately after the Katipuneros bile communications widely available in Silkwave-1 spacecraft is designed to (freedom fi ghters) won their indepen- Pope Francis Asia.” Silkwave-1 will eventually support broadband multimedia broad- dence from Spain, the United States ( Continued from page 1 ) Silkwave-1, slated for 2018 launch take the 105 degrees east-orbital slot casting to mobile users,” said Mark began to impose its own brand of neo- One of the great things about writing procuring the satellite, and will lease currently occupied by NYBB’s Asia- Spiwak, president of Boeing Satellite colonialism on the Filipinos. It is known was so happy about it,” Garcera here is simply access to information. capacity to CMMB Vision to provide Star spacecraft, along with its L-band Systems International. “It will have in U.S. history books as the "Philippine said. You wouldn’t believe all the cool things a comprehensive suite of media and spectrum rights. Silkwave-1 will offer dedicated beams over China and India Insurrection," but is hardly ever taught According to Palma, it created a good you hear about, read about, and fi nd out information services to Asian customers. 100 times greater transmission power and a steerable beam over other Asian in schools. The Filipino American War impression on the Pope how elderly are about. Seriously. Recently I discovered than the AsiaStar spacecraft that it will countries for independent services for lasted from 1898 to 1902, and in those 3 held in high regard in the Philippines. that a “Boeing 702 satellite will expand “NYBB and CMMB Vision are break- replace.” different regions. This optimizes power years: 70,000 Americans died & 2 mil- “It’s a sign that I am appreciated. I am multimedia communications for mobile ing new ground in mobile media ser- Most of us tend to think about comput- based on regional needs and multiplies lion Filipinos were killed. loved in the Philippines,” Pope Francis users in China, India and other markets vices,” said Charles Naumer, managing ing power in terms of our phone, laptop the overall bandwidth delivery capac- Source: Stanley Karnow. "In Our said, according to the Cebu prelate. in Asia when it enters service in 2018. director of NYBB. “With the fi nalization and desktop. We upgrade when our ity.” Image: America's Empire in the Philip- New York Broadband LLC (NYBB) is of this contract with Boeing for a 702 providers tell us to and we’re more or 2018 launch schedule pines". New York: less happy (does that sound like an old “The Silkwave-1 is scheduled for Source: Sison-Paez, Marites. "Igarta PHL wins science fi ction fi lm from the nineteen- launch in 2018, with the launch service Unbound." Filipinas Magazine, October ( Continued from page 1 ) sixties?) and then get on with our lives. provider to be determined by NYBB. 1997, pg. 46. We don’t really think about satellite Based in Denver, Colo., New York 7. In the early 1900's, Filipinos came to The Tribunal has concluded, upgrades and that’s kind of a shame Broadband owns and operates 12 UHF the U.S. and settled down in many areas. however, that its jurisdiction with because satellites make so much of what television stations in the United States. In Hawaii Filipinos worked on sugar respect to 7 other Submissions cane plantations. They also came to we do possible. by the Philippines will need to be “With this new Boeing satellite, CMMB Vision, based in Cyberport, the West Coast of the U.S., where they Silkwave-1, we will realize a vision to Hong Kong, is a next-generation mobile worked many long hours on farms and considered in conjunction with deliver quality multimedia capabilities multimedia service provider and a in the agricultural fi elds picking grapes, the merits. The Tribunal has re- to the consumer on the move,” said principal developer of leading mobile asparagus, lettuce and other fruits and quested the Philippines to clarify Charles Wong, chairman and CEO of technologies as well as broadcast- vegetables in places like Hayward, and narrow one of its Submis- CMMB Vision. “Video, voice, data and unicast convergence technology. CMMB Salinas, Stockton, El Centro, and even other new digital media will become stands for, “Converged Mobile Media in Escondido. In Alaska they worked in sions,” it added. more readily available than ever before Broadcasting,” the mobile handheld TV the fi sh canneries. That the tribunal has no jurisdiction along the Silk Road of Asia, one of the technology standard in China. Source: Adelaida Castillo-Tsuchida's over the case, is China's strongest argu- most historically signifi cant routes for "Filipino Migrants in San Diego: 1900- ment against the Philippines. – Rappler. commerce in the world.” A unit of The Boeing Company, 1946". University of San Diego, San com Seriously, is that cool or what? Ac- Defense, Space & Security is one of Diego, CA, 1979. cording to Wikipedia (the source of the world's largest defense, space and 8. On October 13,1587, Filipinos fi rst pretty much everything) The “Silk Road security businesses specializing in inno- crossed the Pacifi c Ocean,, fi fty years PHL only SEA or Silk Route is an ancient network of vative and capabilities-driven customer before the fi rst English settlement of ( Continued from page 1 ) trade and cultural transmission routes solutions, and the world’s largest and Jamestown was established. that were central to cultural interaction most versatile manufacturer of military Source: Eugene Lyon. "Track of the social content, and no arrested through regions of the Asian conti- aircraft. Headquartered in St. Louis, De- Manila Galleons". National Geographic. bloggers or ICT users. nent connecting the West and East by fense, Space & Security is a $31 billion Vol. 178, No.3, Sept. 1990, pgs. 4-37. According to Freedom House’s merchants, pilgrims, monks, soldiers, business with 53,000 employees world- 9. Unknown to many Filipinos, through website, they “analyze the challenges to nomads, and urban dwellers from China wide.--- Sources Boeing, Wikipedia the Treaty of Paris (April 11, 1899), freedom, advocate for greater political and India to the Mediterranean Sea dur- Silkwave-1, a Boeing 702 satellite, Spain sold the Philippines to the United rights and civil liberties, and support ing various periods of time. will enter service in 2018 and expand States for $20 million, thus ending frontline activists to defend human “Extending 4,000 miles, the Silk Road multimedia communications for mobile over 300 years of Spanish colonization. rights and promote democratic change.” derives its name from the lucrative trade users in China, India and other markets That was quite a bargain for the United They plan to expand next year’s analysis in Chinese silk carried out along its in Asia. States! and cover more countries. — TJD, GMA length, beginning during the Han dy- Source: Stanley Karnow. 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Chapter 5 – Maring, 1946

Maring is washing a huge pile of proaching a table, Maring saw two pairs cloths, squat over a ‘batya’ underneath of blue sailor uniforms. a faucet. Beside her, her Aunt Connie is “What are these, Aunty?” Maring also washing clothes. Beside them are asked. still mounds of clothes waiting to be “Oh! I forgot to tell you. Those were washed. Around them, cloths are already brought in when you were already pinned, hanging on clotheslines. outside washing. It belongs to a US Connie eyes Maring with pitiful eyes. Navy who just want them ironed. The She is only 18, Connie sighs to herself. man who brought them said we were Maring began to sob. recommended by a friend in the GHQ. “I know, I know. It’s really hard, iha,” He said he will pick them up tomorrow Connie said. morning.” “I just so miss them, Aunty,” Maring “Would you want me to iron them, said in between sobs. Aunty?” Connie also tried to hold back her tears. “You have to be careful with them.” “I miss your mother, too, iha but what “Of course, Aunty.” can we do? Let us just be comforted That night, illumined by a dim light with the thought that they are now at from a kerosene lamp, Maring placed peace.” fresh charcoal into the fl at iron. By the Maring trying to subdue her sobs said iron horse, piles of ironed clothes were “I really thank you, Aunty, for taking me already stacked. under your care.” After checking the iron to be already “What of it? You are my niece. And I hot, Maring gingerly picked the navy should really be the one thanking you uniforms and ironed them, humming as because now that you are helping me, pressed on. we can get larger volumes of cloths to After she was done, she placed the uni- wash and make more money.” forms to hang on the wall and prepared The dripping of the faucet and the to sleep. swishing of clothes being washed Maring unfurled a mat on the fl oor with their hands seemed to confi ne the and snatched a pillow and a thin blanket memories of Maring’s mother who had from a corner. She laid down facing the just passed into the eking of a livelihood. uniforms and with the kerosene lamp After several more minutes, Connie close by her. She stared at the uniforms said, “Let’s take a break, huh!” before blowing of the lamp. The uniforms appeared to glow in the They both entered the backdoor of the dark. house with Maring ahead of Connie. Ap-

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and sovereignty claims, which have The UNCLOS (Art. 18, Sec. 3, Part II) progressively expanded from peripheral provides “continuous and expeditious” right Game changer restive regions such as Tibet and Xinji- for innocent passage for foreign vessels ( Continued from page 1 ) ang to Taiwan and, in more recent years, within the territorial sea of a coastal state. much of the South China Sea. But this principle doesn’t apply to activities nerves of anxious allies. that are “prejudicial to the peace, good order A closer look, however, reveals the Unlike other maritime superpowers or security of the coastal State,” including dramatic nature of America’s latest throughout history, from Netherlands “any act aimed at collecting information to maneuver aimed at reining in Chinese and Britain in early modernity to the the prejudice of the defense or security of the maritime assertiveness. Like never United States today, China, however, is coastal State.” before, America is directly challenging treating adjacent waters as an extension In short, the UNCLOS doesn’t provide China’s sovereignty claims in the area, of its continental territory, its national American military vessels the right to engage “blue soil”. This is nothing short of a in surveillance operations within the 12 even if this carries the risk of height- nautical miles of Chinese-occupied islands. ened Sino-American tensions ahead of strategic coup against modern maritime international law, which, based on the China considers such activities as prejudicial the APEC and ASEAN summits next to its interests. month, if not potential clashes between works of the legendary Dutch legal phi- “There is no way for us to condone American and Chinese armed forces. No losopher Hugo Grotius, strives to ensure infringement of China’s territorial sea and less than the future of the Asian order ‘open seas’ for the purpose of interna- airspace by any country under the pretext of hangs in the balance. tional commerce and peace. maintaining the freedom of navigation and overfl ight,” the Chinese Foreign Ministry Maritime Commons Law and disorder warned in response to America’s decision to conduct freedom of navigation opera- Despite all the advancements in tech- Refusing to acknowledge China’s sov- ereignty claims over artifi cially-created tions within the 12 nautical miles radius of nology and land-based infrastructure, Chinese-held features. This means the United about 90% of global trade is still carried islands in the area, the United States Navy’s (USN) guided-missile destroyer States is essentially challenging China’s through maritime routes. sovereignty claims to these islands. The South China Sea is an artery of (USS Lassen) has pierced into the 12 China has been engaged in reclamation global trade, facilitating $5 trillion nautical miles radius of Beijing-occu- activities practically across all the features in international trade, $1.2 trillion of pied land features on a regular basis. It (Fiery Cross, Hughes, Cuarteron, Gaven, which is bound for the United States. is a move that is both urgent and risky, Subi, Johnson, and Mischief Reefs), under It also serves as a key transit route for simultaneously carrying the promise of its control in the Spratly chain of islands. the bulk of the energy imports of major reining in Chinese maritime assertive- None of them are considered by legal experts ness and provoking a confrontation with as naturally-formed “islands” (see Art. 121 Asian economies such as Japan, South of UNCLOS), with at least three of them Korea, and China. Unlike the Persian Asia’s superpower. Though Washington has not ratifi ed the (Gaven, Subi and Mischief reefs) considered Gulf, which is also a major transit point United Nations Convention on the Law of as low-tide elevations, which are not entitled for hydrocarbon trade, the South China the Sea (UNCLOS), thanks to the intransi- to any territorial sea of their own (see Art. Sea is vital to the global food supply, gence of some members of the U.S. Senate, 60, Part V and Art. 13, Sect. 2, Part II of accounting for as much 10% of world the USN observes the relevant provisions UNCLOS). fi sheries supply. Hundreds of millions of of the UNCLOS as a matter of customary Deploying freedom of navigation opera- people across the region depend on the international law. No wonder then, Washing- tions within the 12 nautical miles radius of West Philippine Sea for their daily diet. ton has allowed Chinese military vessels to these features doesn’t violate international During his intimate retreat with pass through its EEZ in the Pacifi c as well as law, since they were originally low-tide 12 nautical miles territorial sea off the coast elevations. (This is why it is important to President Barack Obama back in 2013, watch whether American will also challenge Chinese President Xi Jinping boldly of its Alaskan territories. Together with its allies, Washington has undergirded freedom China in the Fiery Cross, the commander- claimed, “The vast Pacifi c Ocean has of navigation across the globe, securing the and-control center of China’s activities in the enough space for two large countries foundations of unimpeded international trade area, which is widely considered as a rock like the United States and China.” and maritime security. that can generate its own territorial sea.) Reinforcing lingering suspicions that he Although China is a signatory to the The duration, frequency, and depth of was perhaps calling for a Sino-American UNCLOS, it has repeatedly sought to impose these operations will also determine China’s co-dominion in the Pacifi c theater, the restrictions on the entry and movement of counter-measures. Beijing has a wide range Chinese leader proposed a “new model foreign military vessels and aircrafts well of options to respond to America’s challenge. beyond its territorial sea. And in clear contra- It could buzz American vessels with jetfi ght- of great power relations,” where Wash- ers, or/and deploy an armada of para-military ington and Beijing will effectively treat vention of UNCLOS (see Article 60), it has engaged in a sweeping reclamation activity forces backed up by conventional naval each other as peers with respective zones across the Spratly chain of islands, perma- forces. The two powers have a wide range of of infl uence in the area. nently altering the nature of disputed features sticks to stare down each other without trig- To be fair, Xi’s proposal for a new well beyond its EEZ and continental shelf. gering all out confl ict. regional order – what I have called Pax Against the backdrop of the glaring gap Historically, the USN conducts freedom of Chimerica – was based on an earlier between China’s actions and its legal obliga- navigation operations away from the lime- joint statement between the Hu Jintao tions, the United States (a non-signatory to light. But this time is different, especially administration in China and the newly- the UNCLOS) is, quite ironically, invoking with the world carefully watching America’s installed Obama administration, which UNCLOS as a basis to challenge China’s next action. This also means that China’s sovereignty claims in the area. leadership is bound to come under tremen- has framed Sino-American relations as dous pressure to respond accordingly. This is “the most important bilateral relation- On paper, the United States professes neu- trality on the sovereignty claims of compet- a battle for leadership in Asia. – Rappler.com ship in the world.” ing claimant states in the South China Sea. The November 2009 joint statement But its recent decision to conduct freedom of The author teaches political science at between the two powers quite controver- navigations operations – deploying surveil- De La Salle University, and is a regular sially stated, “The two sides agreed that lance vessels and possibly even reconnais- contributor to Asia Maritime Transparency respecting each other’s core interests is sance aircrafts – within the 12 nautical miles Initiative of Center for Strategic and Interna- extremely important to ensure steady radius of China’s artifi cially-created islands tional Studies (CSIS) in Washington D.C. His progress in US-China relations.” For represents a de facto rebuke of China’s ter- latest book is “Asia’s New Battlefi led: US, ritorial claims in the area. China, and the Struggle for Western Pacifi c” Beijing, one of those “core interests” is (Zed, London). The article is partly based on safeguarding China’s territorial integrity The showdown his latest column for The National Interest. Page 8 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 30-November 5, 2015 HousingHousing && RealReal EstateEstate There Goes the Neighborhood: Tech Workers' Silicon Valley Care facility? Web tool to speed Home Values Are Outpacing Neighbors' data collection The average Apple worker's employees and other U.S. workers – a Similarly, prior to summer 2007, also sponsors the quarterly Zillow Home Independent home living or to secure funding to develop the app into gap that is putting increasing pressure on the typical Facebook worker lived Price Expectations Survey, which asks a product that sociologists everywhere home is worth more than fi ve housing markets where tech companies in a home that was 31 percent more more than 100 leading economists, real health can use. times as much as the average are booming," said Zillow Chief Econo- expensive than the typical San Jose estate experts and investment and market ScienceDaily.com | 9/19/2015 — In American home, and the gap mist Dr. Svenja Gudell. home; since summer 2007, that gap has strategists to predict the path of the Zil- a new paper in the journal Health & Aging in place in D.C. has been widening. The analysis found: widened to 33 percent. low Home Value Index over the next fi ve Place, Bader and colleagues demon- The typical worker at Apple's Cuper- Prior to summer 2007, the typical Ap- years. Zillow also sponsors the bi-annual strate how the app works. Research- Getting at the heart of why elders leave Oct 26, 2015 tino, Calif. headquarters lives in a home ple worker lived in a home that was 13 Zillow Housing Confi dence Index (ZHCI) ers used the app to rate 150 different communities in which they live, and that is worth about $1.14 millionii, about percent more expensive than the typical which measures consumer confi dence features of neighborhoods in major what prevents them from aging in place, SEATTLE, Oct. 26, 2015 /PRNews- $241,000 (27 percent) more than the me- San Jose home; since summer 2007 in local housing markets, both currently metropolitan cities across the United is a question Bader aims to answer. He’s wire/ -- Workers at Google, Facebook dian home in the already-pricey San Jose that gap has widened by 6.4 percentage and over time. Launched in 2006, Zillow States. They found that the app, called now conducting research in the Wash- and Apple live in pricier homes than metro area and $380,000 (50 percent) points to 20 percent. is owned and operated by Zillow Group Computer Assisted Neighborhood ington, D.C. region, where the popula- other Bay Area workers and have faster above the median home value in the San Zillow used data from the U.S. Census (NASDAQ:Z and ZG), and headquartered Visual Assessment System, eliminated tion of those 65 and older will increase home value growth than other workers. Francisco metro area. Bureau on where workers live and work in Seattle. the costly and time-consuming aspects to 15.3 percent in 2030, according to The average Apple worker now lives Workers at Google and Facebook head- across California's Bay Area, and com- Zillow and Zestimate are registered of conducting research. The app har- policy think tank The Urban Institute. in a home that is more than fi ve times quarters – in Palo Alto and Menlo Park, bined it with Zillow's Living Database trademarks of Zillow, Inc. nesses Google Street View technology, AU graduate students are using CAN- more valuable than the average U.S. Calif., respectively – lived in even more of All Homes to compute a median i Zillow used data from the U.S. Census the street recognition program that VAS to rate features on streets in elderly home. The gap has widened in the last valuable homes. The median home value home value for workers who work at the Bureau Bureau's Longitudinal Employer- links together images to create pan- neighborhoods in D.C., Montgomery fi ve years. In 2010, the average Apple among Facebook workers is $1.25 mil- Apple, Google, and Facebook campuses Household Dynamics, Origin-Destination oramic views of cities and rural areas. County, Prince George’s County, Fairfax worker's home was worth three times as lion, and the median home value among in the Silicon Valley. Employment Statistics to identify the County and Arlington County. Students much as a typical U.S. home. Google workers is $1.28 million. Zillow census tracts in which workers live and “Before Google Street View, sociolo- are rating features related to physical Bay Area home values are soaring, The value gap between Silicon Valley Zillow® is the leading real estate and work across California's Bay Area, and gists had to cover hundreds of square disorder (litter, boarded-up buildings, driven by a fl ood of well-paying jobs at techies' homes and their neighbors' rental marketplace dedicated to empow- combined it with Zillow's Living Data- miles in neighborhoods and painstak- graffi ti), walkability (curb cuts, cross- technology companies. But Zillow found homes has been widening recently, espe- ering consumers with data, inspiration base of All Homes to compute a weighted ingly record visual details to answer walks, crossing signals), and land-use home-value appreciation for tech work- cially for Apple workers. and knowledge around the place they average of median home values for all research questions about gentrifi cation, (types of buildings on streets). ers from these three companies outpaced Apple workers' home values took off call home, and connecting them with the workers at the Apple, Google, and Face- elders and healthy aging, and more,” After the students fi nish rating streets, that of their neighbors in Silicon Valley. after the fi rst iPhone was released in June best local professionals who can help. In book campuses in the Silicon Valley. Bader said. “CANVAS takes Google they will use geostatistical computation To do the comparison, Zillow looked at 2007, when Apple's stock price rose, in- addition, Zillow operates an industry- ii This fi gure is from July 2015, and Street View a step further by marrying to create a “surface” of each measure census datai to see where employees at creasing the wealth of many employees. leading economics and analytics bureau includes both homeowners and renters. its image data collection with Django -- the “surface” looks like a heat map the tech companies' Silicon Valley head- Prior to summer 2007, the typical led by Zillow's Chief Economist Dr. SOURCE Zillow software, providing a reliable, effi cient showing where physical disorder is high quarters live, and then compared their Google employee lived in a home that Svenja Gudell. Dr. Gudell and her team For further information: Emily Heffter, and comprehensive tool for conducting or low. Bader and his colleagues will home values to those nearby. was 37 percent more expensive than the of economists and data analysts produce Zillow, 206-757-2701 or press@zillow. sociological research on a large scale.” use the maps to determine neighbor- "This analysis highlights the widen- average San Jose home; since sum- extensive housing data and research com hood conditions associated with health ing wealth gap between tech company mer 2007, that gap has widened to 39 covering more than 450 markets at Graffi ti and parks outcomes among elders. In addition, the percent. Zillow Real Estate Research. Zillow computer maps provide a useful visual Since the 1970s, sociologists have rat- aid for policy makers. ed neighborhoods for factors that affect “This will help us know what challeng- Condos are Back – and Outpacing Single-Family Homes in Appreciation people’s quality of life and health. In es elders face in D.C. and how feasible any given rating, researchers must take it is for elders to successfully age in Increasing rents, limited to the third quarter Zillow® September hard, and over the past few years, rental marketplace dedicated to empower- note of hundreds of details involving place without facing major physical Real Estate Market Report[i]. Condos in buying a condo wasn’t always consid- ing consumers with data, inspiration and land use, aesthetics, traffi c design and obstacles,” Bader said. inventory of low-value homes, the U.S. are appreciating at a rate of 5.1 ered a good investment compared to a knowledge around the place they call and the popularity of urban amenities, a neighborhood’s proximity percent, compared to the 3.7 percent ap- single family home,” said Zillow Chief home, and connecting them with the best to parks, and sidewalk types. The above post is reprinted from ma- life have prompted runaway preciation among single-family homes. Economist Dr. Svenja Gudell. “But local professionals who can help. In addi- “Neighborhoods affect how healthy terials provided by American Univer- condo-value appreciation in Condo values crashed hard during the that’s changing, and condos increas- tion, Zillow operates an industry-leading people are, how they interact, and how sity. The original item was written by many housing markets housing bust that kicked off the Great ingly represent a strong-performing, economics and analytics bureau led by safe they feel. Factors like broken Rebecca Basu. Note: Materials may be Recession. From the pre-recession peak often affordable choice, particularly Zillow's Chief Economist Dr. Svenja sidewalks, curbs without cut-outs, and edited for content and length. to the lowest value, the median U.S. for fi rst-time buyers interested both in Gudell. Dr. Gudell and her team of econo- - Condo values were hit harder a lack of cross-walks are associated single-family home lost 20 percent of its homeownership and in keeping a lower- mists and data analysts produce exten- with negative health outcomes,” Bader than single-family homes during value; from peak to bottom, the typical maintenance, city lifestyle. However, as sive housing data and research covering explained. Widespread the recession, and lagged in the U.S. condo lost 33.2 percent of its value. younger buyers compete for homes in more than 450 markets at Zillow Real In the case of studying health of el- recovery, but now they are appre- The housing market has since bounced urban neighborhoods, it’s important to Estate Research. Zillow also sponsors the ders, ratings identify risk factors, such back, and condos have fi nally caught up consider some of the additional costs of quarterly Zillow Home Price Expectations as broken sidewalks, that could lead Gains in Home ciating more quickly than houses. to other homes. In September, according condo life, especially homeowner asso- Survey, which asks more than 100 leading - Condos are appreciating at 5.1 elders to experience unhealthy out- to Zillow’s data, they are appreciating ciation fees, when weighing options.” economists, real estate experts and invest- comes. For example, if elders have to Prices for August percent annually, outpacing the faster than single-family homes in nearly In Philadelphia, a market where many ment and market strategists to predict the walk on broken sidewalks, that could 3.7 percent rate of single-family two-thirds of the top 35 most populated renters say they want to buy, single- path of the Zillow Home Value Index over make them less mobile and less likely Data released by S&P Dow Jones housing markets. family homes dropped slightly in value the next fi ve years. Zillow also sponsors to interact with peers. The data is used Indices for the S&P/Case-Shiller Home homes in the U.S. Condo values outpaced house values year-over-year, but condos are growing the bi-annual Zillow Housing Confi dence Price Indices for August 2015 show that - Condo values in Denver, San to predict the likelihood of elders aging the most in the New York City metro at 2.3 percent. Index (ZHCI) which measures consumer in place, which in turn gets provided to home prices continued their rise across Jose and other hot tech markets area, in Dallas and Houston, and in Bos- But in Miami, where luxury condos confi dence in local housing markets, both policy makers. the country over the last 12 months where home values have been ton and Denver. have spread across the skyline and con- currently and over time. Launched in National Institute for Child Health The S&P/Case-Shiller U.S. National rising rapidly are appreciating In Denver – one of the country’s dos make up 63 percent of the housing 2006, Zillow is owned and operated by and Human Development provided Home Price Index, covering all nine fastest-growing housing markets – condo stock, condo values are not rising quite Zillow Group (NASDAQ: Z and ZG), and a $247,888 grant for the creation of U.S. census divisions, recorded a slight- exceptionally fast. values are growing in value at an annual as fast as single-family homes. headquartered in Seattle. ly higher year-over-year gain with a 4.7 SEATTLE, Oct. 27, 2015 - Condos are the application. The study in Health rate of just under 20 percent, while Zillow and Zestimate are registered & Place is believed to be the fi rst one percent annual increase in August 2015 appreciating faster than single-family single-family home values are rising at Zillow trademarks of Zillow, Inc.For further versus a 4.6 percent increase in July homes in markets across the U.S., espe- of its scope to examine the reliability 15.9 percent. information: Jordyn Lee, Zillow 206-757- of Google Street View in rating U.S. 2015. The 10-City Composite increased cially where job markets are thriving or “The housing bust hit condo values Zillow® is the leading real estate and 2701 or [email protected] 4.7 percent in the year to August com- urban renewal is underway, according neighborhoods. Bader and his col- leagues at Columbia University hope pared to 4.5 percent in the prior month. The 20-City Composite’s year-over-year gain was 5.1 percent versus 4.9 percent in the year to July. San Francisco, Denver, and Portland reported the highest year-over-year gains among the 20 cities with price increases of 10.7 percent, 10.7 percent, and 9.4 percent, respectively. Fifteen cities re- ported greater price increases in the year ending August 2015 versus the year end- ing July 2015. San Francisco and Den- ver are the only cities with double-digit increases, and Phoenix had the longest streak of year-over-year increases. Phoe- nix reported an increase of 4.9 percent in August 2015, the ninth consecutive increase in annual price gains. Portland posted a 9.4 percent annual increase, up from 8.5 percent in July 2015; this is the biggest jump in year-over-year gains this month. ------FHFA House Price Index Up 0.3 Percent In August U.S. house prices rose 0.3 percent in August on a seasonally adjusted basis from the previous month, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) monthly House Price Index (HPI). 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October 30-November 5, 2015 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com Page 9 LifestyleLifestyle When the Bible Isn’t G-Rated 10 Things to Do by Jessica Thompson, Focus on the humans in their mess. He sent His Son they are there because they teach us Family into this world full of sin to rescue us that God’s love and forgiveness are so for a Spooktaku- and bring us into His family. big that He can take someone who has It’s easy to look at a lot of Bible stories done something terrible and love him or lar Halloween and imagine them in some sleazy super- How much to say? her into His family. This is good news market tabloid: because we all do stuff that is pretty ter- For children, Halloween is all about There is hope in these stories. They rible. Some stories in the Bible are there spooktakular fun, but adults must take “War hero vows to sacrifi ce fi rst assure us that God is never surprised by to show us how great God’s love is, some precautions to make sure it stays thing he sees after deployment. It’s his our failure. He has a plan to deal with how mighty and powerful He is. Other that way. daughter!”(Judges 11) it. We can remind our kids of Peter, stories show us how much people need “Parents should make sure their chil- who denied Christ and yet was still a strong, wise and loving God to come dren are safe when trick-or-treating,” “King takes soldier’s wife as his own. welcomed and loved. Or of David, the and rescue them. said Dean Sidelinger, M.D., M.S.Ed., Has her husband killed.” (2 Samuel 11) adulterous murderer described as “a man child health medical offi cer for the Is America in Serious Trouble? after God’s own heart.” We can mention Ages 11 and up County Health and Human Services “Jealous brothers sell their younger Abraham, who forced his wife, Sarah, Agency. brother into slavery, tell father he was Here are some tips and precautions to By Zena Sultana Babao cance. They distort history and peddle to lie saying she was his sister and yet As your children grow in their under- killed by wild animal.”(Genesis 37) help ensure children have a great time immorality, exploit lust and nurture it is called the father of our faith. Let’s standing of our world, continue to build on Halloween: for profi t, and they revel in their un- determine to be honest with our kids on the concepts of humanity’s need for s America in serious in The headlines could go on. Rape, Children should wear bright and age- godly practices. And the liberal media about our feelings as we read these Bible a Savior and God’s fulfi llment of that incest, homosexuality. Murder and appropriate costumes trouble? All indications supports them wholeheartedly! stories, but do so in an age-appropriate need. polygamy. It can be diffi cult to answer Costumes should be made of fl ame- No wonder most of the world look at manner. Pastor and teacher Bryan Chapell sug- point to it. Politicians our kids’ questions about these troubling retardant materials us and see a depraved society – people gests that we ask two questions when I scriptural passages. What is the moral? Swords, knives, and similar costume seem more interested in who are full of immorality and love for Preschool kids studying Scripture. First, “What does Where is the hero? Can God be both accessories should be short, soft, and their pursuit of power and material things. Take a look at televi- this text refl ect about the nature of God, good and in control of this mess? fl exible sion programs and movies being shown Most children in this age range won’t who provides redemption?” And second, in feathering their nests than Young children should be accompanied in all parts of the globe. The entertain- understand the graphic nature of many “What does this text refl ect about the The story of humanity’s great need by an adult or older sibling in solving our country’s ment industry has been feeding us with Bible stories. Those stories are often nature of humanity, which requires Older children trick-or-treating without liberal, immoral, atheistic products inappropriate for young children. Let redemption?” problems. The news is fi lled “The Bible isn’t a book of rules, or a supervision should walk in groups and designed to eradicate what to them are me encourage you to guard their little “These [questions] enable us to see book of heroes,” writes Sally Lloyd- have a set time to return home. with shootings, violence and “outdated” traditional values. And our minds. If they have questions about that God is holy and we are not, or that Jones in The Jesus Storybook Bible. Teach children to look both ways when robberies. Unborn babies are government does not really care! something you read together or some- God is sovereign and we are vulner- “It’s a love story about a brave Prince crossing streets and to use crosswalks We who profess to be Christians thing they’ve heard, point them back to able, or that God is merciful and we being butchered for profi t. who leaves His palace, His throne — ev- Carry a fl ashlight should not be deterred from spreading what you know about God. require His mercy,” Bryan writes in his erything — to rescue the one He loves.” Children should not enter homes of Our educational system has the word of God! A passage from the Tell your kids: Remembering what introduction to the ESV Transformation We need to help our children learn people they do not know Book of Jeremiah says: “Let not the God is like helps us all the time. God is Bible. “Christ may not be specifi cally fallen behind. The nation’s how to read God’s Word — how to Throw away anything that looks tam- wise man glory in his wisdom, let not loving, powerful and wise. Some stories mentioned in the text, but the refl ec- infrastructure is deteriorat- understand what’s going on in individual pered with or is unwrapped the mighty man glory in his might, nor in the Bible are there just to show us tion of God’s nature and ours makes the stories and how to frame those tales Do not eat homemade treats, unless ing – roads, bridges, dams, the rich man glory in his riches; but let how much people need a rescuer. Other necessity of His grace apparent.” within the big picture. This isn’t a col- you know the person who made them him who glories glory in this, that he stories show us how good God is at As you wrestle with these stories to- levies – is crumbling. And lection of moral stories meant to inspire “All candy and goodies should be understand and knows Me, that I am rescuing us. People do and say hurtful gether, your kids may have doubts. They us to be better people. Rather, the Bible inspected by parents before their chil- our country – led by an unbe- the Lord, exercising loving kindness, things, but God is the best at healing and may wonder if the Bible is true or if God is a realistic depiction of the condition dren eat them because most came from liever – is turning away from justice and righteousness in the earth. helping. is real. Doubt is not necessarily a sign of of the human race. While there are mo- strangers,” added Sidelinger, who also For in this I delight.” distress. Your kids may simply be trying God. ments of heroism and moral clarity, the encourages parents to not let children eat Christians need to go before God in Ages 6 to 10 to reconcile what they believe with what Bible isn’t about larger-than-life people too much candy all at once. prayer, not to seek political solutions they hear in the world. They may reso- “America has become anti-God, sup- making fl awless decisions and reaping to our problems, but seeking God’s Children in this age group might be nate with the words of King David as he porters of the gay and lesbian agenda, and the reward for their perfection. Human- involvement in our lives. There is a exposed to darker narratives, particularly cried out, “Why, O Lord, do you stand lovers of gratuitous sex and violence,” ity has an ugly history, and the Bible great need for us to turn to God and as they move beyond the lighter version far away? Why do you hide yourself in says one pastor and author. “The same doesn’t ignore it, but rather takes hold seek His help and trust in His guid- of Scripture found in picture Bibles. times of trouble?” (Psalm 10:1). And radical infl uences that have been eroding of it, owns it and gives us a Savior who ance. We need God’s help to radically While these children are often too young even Jesus’ disciples had times of doubt. the presence of God and the Bible from makes things right. change our lives and our assemblies of to truly comprehend the awful state of The very people who were closest to the our government, our courts, our colleges, Help your kids understand that the worship before we can expect Him to the human condition, you can begin to Messiah, who had witnessed His beauti- and our public squares in America are Bible’s inclusion of troubling behavior change our nation. As He proclaimed deal honestly with some of these narra- ful life and shocking death, couldn’t driving the agenda in this country and in does not mean God approves of this to ancient Israel in 2 Chronicles 7:14, tives, with the goal of emphasizing what believe the truth that He had risen! Hollywood.” behavior. Instead, these stories portray “If My people who are called by My God is like and what people are like. Teach your kids that doubt does not The entertainment industry is conduct- some aspect of humanity’s fallen condi- name will humble themselves, and pray Teach your kids that the Bible is not surprise God, nor does it keep us from ing a massive conspiracy to “re-educate” tion. At times, these stories are trou- and seek My face, and turn from their a book about the best people in all of experiencing His grace: Jesus asks us people whose morality confl icts with their bling, not only because the behavior is wicked ways, then I will hear from history. The Bible is a true story about to believe in Him, but He also forgives own lack of the same. What are being so outrageous but also because we aren’t how our God pursued some pretty us for the times we don’t. Honest doubt offered mostly to the public are movies of given a tidy outcome. But ultimately terrible people: Yes, there are some ( Continued on page 15 ) no moral substance and historic signifi - ( Continued on page 9 ) there is an outcome. God did not leave disturbing stories in the Bible. It is good

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Duka, Reject Cultural Sr., 55, passes Marxism, Embrace away Heroic Holiness by Joseph Pronechen, National Catho- lic Register | 10/22/2015 — One of the all-time, strongest presentations at the Nov.1: Solemnity of All Saints Synod came on Friday, Oct. 16. From a layperson. A woman. Nasaan Sila? In a mere 501 words that were fearless, Saints Are Funny Too brilliant, concise, and overfl owing with Karipas ng takbo si Junior habol ng mga pulis truth, she revealed and called for what is Joke of the week: In the 1940s, when Rev. James Martin, S.J. in his book, sorely needed. This woman courageous- hindi tinigilan hanggang sa mahuli at mapiit John was still an archbishop and the Between Heaven and Mirth: Why Joy, ly nailed it down with no wishy-washy nagnakaw daw sa palengke dahilan ay nagigipit papal nuncio, or ambassador, in Paris, Humor and Laughter are at the Heart of language to whitewash and weaken the sana’y nasa eskuwela siya’t hindi nang-uumit. he was at an elegant dinner party, seated the Spiritual Life, (Harper One) gives a truth just be “nice.” across from a woman wearing a low-cut few instances wherein the saints showed Her name is Dr. Anca-Maria Cernea. dress that exposed a good deal of cleav- that they are fully human so as to reveal She is a doctor at the Center for Diagno- Dinig na dinig ko ang palahaw ni Aling Amparo age. Someone turned to him and said, their good sense of humor. sis and Treatment-Victor Babes, and the nang mamatay ang bunsong anak dahilan sa tetano “Your Eminence, what a scandal! Aren't In the third century, St. Lawrence, who president of the Association of Catholic you embarrassed that everyone is look- was burned to death on a grill, over hot Doctors of Bucharest in Romania. sa pagamutang libre wala daw gamot na natamo ing at that woman?” And he said, “Oh coals, called out to his executioners, She began: sana’y kasamang mga batang masayang naglalaro. no, everyone is looking at me, to see if “This side is done. Turn me over and My father was a Christian political Daniel S. Duka Sr., age 55, passed I’m looking at her.” have a bite.” In the fourth century, St. leader, who was imprisoned by the com- away peacefully on October 7, 2015 Augustine of Hippo, puckishly prayed, munists for 17 years. My parents were after he suffered a massive hemorrhagic Ulila sa mga magulang ang pobreng si Pacita Scripture: First Reading: Rev.7:2- “Lord, give me chastity ... but not yet.” engaged to marry, but their wedding stroke and treated and cared for at Sharp palaboy sa kalye at kahit saan na lang mapunta 4, 9-14. One hundred and forty-four When a young priest asked St. Philip took place 17 years later. Memorial Hospital. marusing, mabaho, at walang maawang kumalinga thousand: the square of twelve (the Neri what prayer would be the most My mother waited all those years for Surviving him is his wife, Doren Dy number of Israel’s tribes) multiplied by a appropriate to say for a couple after a my father, although she didn’t even Duka, his only son Daniel Jr., older sib- sana’y may institusyong sa kanya ay mag-aalaga. thousand, is a symbol for the new Israel wedding Mass, he said, “A prayer for know if he was still alive. They have lings here in San Diego Evelyn D. So- that comprises people from every nation, peace.” been heroically faithful to God and to riano and Virginia D. Calpito and in the Biktima ng trahedya nitong nakaraang paglindol race, people, and tongue. White robes, A few days after having been elected their engagement. Philippines Teresita S. Duka, Exequiel like the palm branches, are symbols as pope, John XX III was taking a stroll Their example shows that God’s grace S. Duka Jr., Monserrat D. Fernandez and isa lamang sa marami itong pamilya ni Enchong of joy and victory. Second Reading: 1 in the streets of Rome when a woman can overcame terrible social circum- all their respective relatives. His brothers sa gobyernong hinihintay tila walang tumutulong John 3: 1-3. Gospel: Matthew 5: 1-12. passed him and said to her friend, “My stances and material poverty. Earl S. Duka and Emerson S. Duka are sana’y mayroon silang pagkain at di nagugutom. The poor in spirit: in the Old Testament, God, he’s so fat!” Overhearing her What an example that proves yes, we both deceased. the poor (’anāwîm) are those who are remark, he turned around and replied, ordinary Christians, are called to heroic Daniel was well-like by his co-workers without material possessions and whose “Madame, I trust you understand that the holiness. at the United States Post Offi ce. He was Hindi nga kaya’t mga pulitiko ay nailuklok confi dence is in God (in the NAB trans- papal conclave is not exactly a beauty Then Cernea donned her armor like a faith-fi lled and very kind person, loved sa kanilang mga trono na halos hindi matarok lated this word as lowly and humble). contest.” During the construction of an a Joan of Arc. But as she made her his family dearly especially his only Matthew added in spirit not only to additional building at the Vatican, he presentation her armor was the kind son Daniel Jr. He had a big personality sa ganitong kalagayan sila’y dapat nananaog indicate that only the devout poor were said to the architect, “We are no angels. Paul told us to don when he wrote to the and always made others smile by his tumutulong sa mga taong ngayon ay nagdarahop. meant or to extend the beatitude to all, We need also to go the restroom.” Ephesians to: presence. of whatever social rank, but also to When we encounter or read about a A memorial service was be held at El recognize their complete dependence on holy person, we associate his or her “put on the armor of God…stand fast Camino Memorial Park, 5600 Caroll God. (USCCB) position as superior and untenable for with your loins girded in truth, clothed Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92121. Funeral service was held on Sunday, Divine Mercy Shrine ordinary mortals like us. Very seldom ( Continued on page 14 ) Refl ections: Today is the Feast of All we do link these men and women as October 18, 2015 which included view- in Encinitas, California Saints. Many of us consider the saints as playful, smiling and joyful the way ing and a Christian as well as Catholic service. Burial took place on Monday, boring, morose and unhappy people as God’s children should be. Many think www.divinemercyhills.org we see them portrayed in Christian art. of religion and spirituality as joyless, October 19, 2015 at 11 a.m. at El On the contrary, their biographies mani- melancholy and boring. St. Philip Neri Quotation of the week: O Holy Spirit, Camino Memorial Park. fest that almost all of them are joyful said “Christian joy is a gift from God, descend plentifully into my heart. En- Be part of the story. and smiling men and women who liked fl owing from a good conscience. A lighten the dark corners of this neglected to have a good laugh. heart fi lled with joy is more easily made dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful Our Lady of perfect than one that is sad.” beams. -- Saint Augustine. Medjugorje Direction for Our Times: On Angels Message to Marija August 28, 2004 mined to sin, they cannot stop you. At October 25, 2015 times, though, they can divert you from Jesus an occasion of sin. At other times they "Dear children! Also today, my prayer My children, you have advanced a can secure a state of disinterest in sin is for all of you, especially for all those great deal with regard to knowledge when you are at risk. You will wonder at who have become hard of heart to my of your physical world and even in the your disinterest in something that possi- The Visit call. You are living in the days of grace study of the human body. But what you bly had attracted you in the past. Thank How to clinch a basketball championship by and are not conscious of the gifts which have discovered and uncovered is but a the angels for this grace because they God is giving to you through my pres- tip of the limitless body of knowledge have obtained this state for you through ence. Little children, decide also today that heavenly beings own. They under- their prayers. They rally support from playing only one game and even losing it! for holiness and take the example of stand how the physical body works and your friends in heaven and know exactly the saints of this time and you will see who to attend for each type of assis- Chapter 3 of the book "The Visit & McDonald’s Philippine competitor, repose of the soul of his newly-departed how it stops working. They understand that holiness is a reality for all of you. tance. When you understand how much Other Treasured Memories" by Simeon Jollibee, was represented by a branch father. He later went to confession and the intimacies of each cell in the human Rejoice in the love, little children, that your angel guardian has done for you in G. Silverio, Jr. near Lourdes Church. At least four stayed in the Church for another half- body and with a glance can tell exactly in the eyes of God you are unrepeat- your lifetime, you will be overcome with branches of different banks were in the hour. what is wrong with someone who is able and irreplaceable, because you are gratitude, both to your tireless friend As Eric walked towards the Lourdes area, serving the needs of the businesses The sun was up and the fl urry of activ- sick. God´s joy in this world. Witness peace, and to the God who assigned this little Church on Retiro Street that early morn- and residents. Retiro, up to now, did not ity outside the church was so intense These angels, who work tirelessly prayer and love. Thank you for having creation of love to you. Thank him and ing of December 18, 1995, he passed have a continued sidewalk for pedestrian when Eric got out. He passed by the for you and for your world, truly have responded to my call." -- medjugorje.org talk to him. You are not like a silly per- by the neighborhood’s baragay ball and use. Occasionally, Eric would walk on make-shift bibingkahan and asked the constant access to the greatest store of son who imagines things in doing so, but noted the names of the baragay offi cials the side of the road as the slow-moving vendor the priced of the rice cake and knowledge and wisdom. These are good like a very wise man who looks at the listed on a marker in front. Except for jeepneys would graze him while picking puto-bungbong. When told it was fi ve companions to have working alongside universe and understands that he does Mr. Zaragoza, then the barangay captain, up passengers. The area around Lourdes pesos a piece, Eric knew that it was you. Your struggles are child’s play to not understand its secrets. Sit in silence he did not recognize anyone else. His Church was very busy. On the side of only about fi fteen cents each, which was a much lover price, perhaps fi ve cents them in the sense that they have the with Me, little ones, and I will give you thirteen-year absence in the neighbor- the church fence, there were at least relatively cheap. Since he was ordering a piece? Anyway, he missed the art of answers to life’s questions. They can this wisdom. Pray to the angels and they hood had certainly made a difference. three bibingka stalls, a common feature in large quantities, he knew that he could haggling for a price in the Philippines; advise you and counsel you but they will obtain it for you.--- directionforour- The small kids that once played on the in the Philippines during Christmas time. drive the price further down. the missed opportunity with the bibingka cannot force you. So if you are deter- times.com streets now had their own families; it Eric resisted the temptation of stopping “Give them to me for four pesos each vandor denied him some enjoyment. was their turn to watch their children. and trying their wares, for he wanted to and I’ll buy ten of the bibingka and ten He then ambled toward Mayon Street The neighborhood did not increase visit the Church fi rst to say a prayer and of the puto-bungbong,” he demanded. and checked out the fruit stalls on the geographically, but somehow was able pay his respects. The vendor did not bother to say yes. sidewalk. The popular cakehouse in the to accommodate a larger population. In He arrived near the tail-end of the six He quickly fi lled up one paper bag with area was still briskly selling its special- a neighbor’s house, for instance, the fi ve o’clock regular mass. He knelt on the his order, afraid that Eric might change ties, more than twenty-fi ve years after POSTAL ETC. USA grown children did not move out when pew to say a few prayers as the priest his mind. For his effort, Eric saved at it fi rst opened. Across the street, the they got married and had families of was giving communion. When mass least fi fty cents, yet the vendor’s quick bakery where they used to buy crunchy 9011 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92126 their own. Instead, their parents subdi- ended and most of the devotees left to go response made him regret his offer. He pan de sal was already closed. On the (Behind McDonaldÕ s in Seafood City Plaza) vided their house into different rooms for home or to work, Eric meditated for the thought that he could have asked for ( Continued on page 15 ) Tel: (858) 530-3005 each of the fi ve families. The house of Eric’s parents suffered a similar fate. 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La Jolla, CA (October 2015) – Twin- kling with thousands of holiday lights and offering a bounty of holiday events in an open-air ocean view setting, the classic La Valencia Hotel, is sure to be an unforgettable backdrop for your Yuletide Season celebrations. Calendar highlights include: • Nov. 26 – the 4th annual Sea of Lights illuminates the Pink Lady from top to bottom with tens of thousands of white lights , taking the enchantment of La V to magical heights. • Nov. 26 – Enjoy a lavish Thanks- giving Dinner in THE MED, La V’s signature oceanview dining room. Let us take the stress of entertaining off your hands so you can focus on family, friends and flavors of the season. • Dec. 1 – Save the date for La Valen- cia’s annual holiday kick-off in La Sala Lounge and Christmas Tree Lighting. Bring the family to enjoy: Children’s Holiday Craft Making, classic Christmas carolers, warm holiday beverages and snacks and live entertainment. Guests menu in THE MED. Then, countdown center of the tony village of La Jolla, La are encouraged to bring a children’s toy to the New Year in La V’s oceanfront Valencia now has completely renovated to help support the local Ronald McDon- La Sala Lounge sparkling with live en- guest rooms and public spaces, includ- ald House Charities Toy Drive. tertainment by Ruby and the Red Hots. ing its signature restaurant, THE MED, • Dec. 24 & 25 – Christmas Eve • Jan 1 – New Year’s Day Brunch – La Sala Lounge and the all-new street- & Christmas Day Dinners – Savor Kick off 2016 the right way with La V’s facing European bistro, Café La Rue. three-course holiday menus designed award winning New Year’s Day brunch. This popular wedding and special event by La V’s award-winning Chef James Delight in our a la cart menu, featur- destination also offers ocean view ban- Montejano in the hotel’s great room ing recovery cocktails and resolution quet and event spaces that can accom- Palawan is once more the Best Island the world. style signature restaurant, THE MED. specials, starting at $16. modate 10 to 175 guests. The 114-room in the World, ranking number one Palawan beat popular world destina- Make the most of Southern California’s property – complete with a selection of among the Top 20 recipients of the tions such as Bali in Indonesia, Ber- Mediterranean climate this holiday with About La Valencia Hotel: Owned and unique Icon Suites – features terraced Readers Choice Award by Condé Nast muda, Bora Bora, the Great Barrier Reef dinner served in the ocean view dining managed by Pacifica Host Hotels – a gardens, heated pool & spa, fitness room Traveler magazine.] of Australia, and the Greek Isles. room or the open-air terrace or private division of Pacifica Companies – the and business center. La V is minutes This is the second straight year Pala- Rejoining Palawan in this year’s list courtyard patio. iconic, oceanfront “Pink Lady” cel- away from renowned leisure destina- wan topped the list, a feat Condé Nast is Boracay at 15th spot which the travel • Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve Celebra- ebrates its ninth decade by showcasing tions like: La Jolla Cove, Torrey Pines Jolla Playhouse, the La Jolla Museum of attributes to it being the home to one of magazine noted as one of the top tourist tions – Start your end-of-2015 celebra- a $12 million “reimagining.” Situated State Park, Scripps Ocean Institute, the Contemporary Art as well as Sea World the new Seven Wonders of the World – tions in with an extravagant four-course on a cliff over the ocean and in the Birch Aquarium as well as UCSD / La and the San Diego Zoo. the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River, ( Continued on page 14 ) one of the longest underground rivers in

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EntertainmentEntertainment Dangwa: Love blooms in the most Alden, Aicelle and Ai Ai fi re up GMA Pinoy TV's #Sampuso unexpected places concert in Japan

GMA Pinoy TV | TOKYO, 10/29/2015 “pabebe wave,” popularized on their ing program and the stellar cast using a series of concerts staged this year in — GMA Pinoy TV mounted another Kalyeserye segment, was a huge hit the hashtag #Sampuso. celebration of GMA Pinoy TV’s tenth successful anniversary show with among the concert-goers. The offi cial Twitter account of anniversary dubbed #Sampuso. Earlier Kapuso stars Alden Richards, Aicelle Alden, who also co-hosts the comedy- ALDUB/MAIDEN Fans Club Japan this year, the Kapusong Pinoy concert Santos, and Ai Ai delas Alas performing musical variety program Sunday Pina- Chapter thanked GMA Pinoy TV saying, series was successfully held in Vancou- for a full house at the New Pier Hall in Saya, displayed his vocal talent through “What a great show!! Thank you so ver, Anaheim and New York. Central Tokyo last October 11. a number of songs he performed for an much @gmapinoytv @gmanetwork @ Kapusong Pinoy Japan is sponsored by The concert titled "Kapusong Pinoy enthusiastic crowd. The multi-talented EatBulaga @aldenrichards02 #Sam- Landbank, Cebuana Lhuillier, Send- Japan" was staged in partnership with actor recently released the album “Wish puso.” A-Shakey’s, Globe Duo Japan, Cebu WorldCom Japan Ltd. I May” with a similarly-titled carrier Meanwhile, Facebook user Mabey was Pacifi c, Camella: A Vistaland Company, “We have come full circle with this single under GMA Records this October. among the many fans who were glad to Bostik, Air 21, EO Executive Optical, momentous event taking place where Rock and Soul Diva Aicelle Santos have the chance to watch their idols as Pag-IBIG Fund, and Amaia. GMA Pinoy TV was fi rst launched mesmerized the audience with a reper- she commented on Aicelle’s Facebook For inquiries on subscriptions to through the carrier IPS, Inc. in 2005,” toire that showcased her impressive vo- post on the event saying, “Thank you! GMA’s international channels, you may says GMA First Vice President and Head cal range. The Buena Familia star, who Pinawi niyo ang lungkot ko! God bless call the toll free number 0032-6444, the of International Operations Joseph T. was also a lead actress in the hit musical Aicelle, Alden at Ms. Ai Ai.” telephone number 03-3549-7627, or The hashtag #DangwaGirl went viral Each character who buys a fl ower from Francia. Rak of Aegis for which she won Best Kapusong Pinoy Japan is the last in email [email protected] a few weeks ago as university belt stu- Rosa will discover that love unexpect- “The overwhelming turnout for Ka- Actress in a Musical at the 2014 Aliw dents posted about a mysterious girl giv- edly blooms in his or her own life. A pusong Pinoy Japan affi rms our tireless Awards, was highly praised by Kapuso ing roses away on the streets of Manila. new love story will be introduced to efforts for the past ten years in bringing fans at the event. The lovely fl ower girl was revealed on viewers every Monday and end on a a piece of home to our fellow Filipinos Proving that she is truly the Philip- Fans swoon over Yaya Dub's red GMA’s 24 Oras newscast as Janine Guti- Friday … except for the story of Rosa abroad and we are grateful to all those pine Comedy Queen, Ai Ai delas Alas errez, daughter of actors Ramon Chris- herself, which will slowly unfold as the who have supported and continue to gamely performed in a number of lips, prompt sold-out lipstick topher and Lotlot de Leon – who found season progresses. support us in this endeavor,” Francia eye-catching costumes that thrilled the a unique way to promote her upcoming Rosa’s heartwarming smile and continued. crowd to no end. The Sunday PinaSaya Philstar.com | MANILA, 10/9/2015 series. Janine spent a day giving out mischievous ways capture the hearts of The Kapusong Pinoy cast was warmly and CelebriTV host kept concert-goers s — Sorry Anne Curtis, it looks like red roses to strangers she met along the fl ower delivery boy Baste (played by welcomed by their fellow Filipinos in laughing as she engaged in lively banter Maine Mendoza is now the new queen way, similar to her role in the network’s Mark Herras) and furniture designer Japan, with numerous fans eager to take with her fellow Kapuso stars as well as of red lipsticks. upcoming series entitled Dangwa. The Lorenzo (played by Aljur Abrenica), but photos with the artists and giving them the audience. Maine Mendoza, more popularly recipients – particularly the young men there is more to the girl than they ever various tokens to show their admiration Displaying more than just her comedic known as Yaya Dub of the famous noon- – were thrilled and quickly posted their expected. and excitement at being able to see their wit, Ai Ai also prepared an equally time "kalye-serye" is making waves on encounters on social media. Discovery the mystery behind Rosa favorite stars in person. engaging musical performance to the social media, and this time not because In the Dangwa series, the lives of and fall in love every week with the sto- Sending thrills throughout the crowd delight of the hundreds of Kapuso fans of her Dubsmash antics, but because of various characters are changed by a ries to be featured on DANGWA, which was Alden Richards, Pambansang Bae in attendance. her fabulous red lips. chance meeting with Rosa (to be played airs Monday to Friday starting October and other half of the phenomenal AlDub Social media was abuzz with excite- Red is a staple for girls who love to by Janine Gutierrez), an enchantingly 26 only on GMA. Viewers abroad can love team from Eat Bulaga’s Kalyes- ment over GMA Pinoy TV’s anniversary beautiful fl ower vendor in Manila’s most catch it on GMA’s fl agship international erye segment. Attesting to the tandem’s show as netizens posted photographs ( Continued on page 15 ) popular fl ower market. channel, GMA Pinoy TV. (30) status as an international sensation, the and messages about the highly entertain-

REVISED_AARP_15_Lacuesta Testimonial_HP_FIL_SD_final.indd 1 10/23/15 11:45 AM Page 14 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com October 30-November 5, 2015 Family-friendly Filipino American ( Continued from page 2 ) ( Continued from page 6 ) kindergarten from closing on its fi ve stu- immigrants annually. This wave of Fili- dents. With uncommon sincerity and a pinos was also called the "brain drain", mountain of cuteness, this family-friend- and consisted mainly of professionals: ly Hong Kong hit fi ghts class inequality doctors, lawyers, nurses, engineers, as with the fervor of principle. well as the military, Filipinos who con- tinued to join the navy off Sangley Point Choosy Homeless Overworked REEL VOICES in Cavite City, Philippines. World Premiere- Nov. 8, 12:00 PM, Source: Cordova, Fred. "Filipinos: Isang araw sa may tindahan. LASING1: Ang birthday ko, October ...do you ever feel like this person? Which leaves 16.2 million to do the UltraStar Forgotten Asian Americans". Dubuque, PULUBI: Palimos po. 15 1984, ikaw pare kailan birthday mo? work. 12 high school students from San Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publushing Co., TINDERO: Wala po, patawad. LASING2: Aba! October 15 din ako, at For a couple years I've been blaming it Take from the total the 14,800,000 Diego create documentaries based on 1983. PULUBI: Sige na po, kahit magkano. 1984 din ‘yong birth year ko! on lack of sleep, not enough sunshine, people who work for state and city subjects in their own lives. 16. On October 25, 1944, General TINDERO: Siya sige! Eto, dos. LASING 1 AT 2: BwaHaHAHa! too much pressure from my job, earwax governments. Free admission. Douglas MacArthur fulfi lled his promise PULUBI: Salamat po ng marami. Isang LASING2: Pare, nagtapos ako ng high buildup, poor blood or anything else I And that leaves 1.4 million to do the WINNING GIRL to return to the Philippines. After de- Malboro nga po, yung menthol. school sa Manila High. Ikaw pare? could think of. work. San Diego Premiere- Nov. 12, 6:10 stroying the Japanese fl eet in the Gulf of LASING1: Ha? Akalain mong don din But now I found out the real reason: At any given time there are 188,000 PM, UltraStar Leyte, General MacArthur, then in the Forgotten ako nagtapos! I'm tired because I'm overworked . . . people in hospitals, A documentary about a Hawaiian girl’s company of the greatest armada ever to MRS: Honey, baka masunog ba- Eh ang name ng tatay ko ay Rudy at Here's why: leaving 1,212,000 to do the work. four-year journey to become a world sail the Pacifi c, landed in Palo, Leyte. hay natin, naiwan ko nakabukas ang ang ang nanay ko si Maria. Wag mong The population of this country is 273 champion in judo and wrestling. Source: Stanley Karnow. "In Our Im- PLANTSA! sabihin na ‘yon din name ng parents million. Now, there are 1,211,998 people in Family friendly programs are located at age: America's Empire in the Philip- MR: Pwede ding hindi! mo? 140 million are retired. prisons. the SDAFF’s home base of the Ultrastar pines". New York: Ballintine Books, MRS: Bakit? LASING2: Pare, ‘yon din pangalan That leaves 133 million to do the work. That leaves just two people to do the Mission Valley, Hazard Center, 7510 1989. MR: Eh naiwan ko nakabukas ang nila! Ang apelyido ko Pascual, sa ‘yo There are 85 million in school, work. Hazard Center Drive | San Diego, CA 17. The 3rd wave of Filipino immigration GRIPO! LASING1: Pascual din pare, pareho which leaves 48 million to do the work. You and I. 92108. For pre-festival screeners, please was from 1945-1965. Filipinos from the tayo! BwaHaHaHa! fi ll out the SDAFF 2015 media accredi- Philippines joined the U.S. Navy to fi ght Of this there are 29 million employed And there you are reading this Asian against the Japanese. Filipinos were allowed Two Drunks In A Bar (narinig sila ng bartenter at binulungan by the federal government, Journal issue. tation form. LASING1: Oi pare, ang gwapo mo! nya ang katabi nya) to join the navy because they were so-called leaving 19 million to do the work. Leaving me to do all the work. "Nationals". They were not U.S. citizens, LASING2: Pare ikaw din! BARTENTER: Tol’, ‘yong kambal na 2.8 million are in the armed forces. Tickets are available online for all nor were they illegal aliens. But despite their (At malakas na halakhak ang lumabas Pascual lasing na naman. shows. Tickets can also be purchased status, Filipinos fought side by side with sa bibig ng 2 lasing BwaHaHaHa.) on-site at specifi c screenings one hour American soldiers for freedom against the Get the best results for your classified ad with our before show time. For all screenings at Japanese. 3-in-1 price offer via online+digital+print editions. Ultrastar, tickets can be purchased at 18. The Philippines was named after the It’s the task of the shepherds to recognize it, the Ultrastar Mission Valley box offi ce Crown Prince Philip II of Spain. He was re- and warn the fl ock against this danger. Only from the Asian Journal 619.474.0588 (Member $9| General $12) starting puted to be an extreme introvert, humorless, Synod Cerna wields her sword with a two-word October 30. Student/Military/Senior and unpopular. ( Continued from page 10 ) solution that comes right from the New Tes- and Group discounts are available at the Source: From Bong Barrameda's Pinoy Trivia Vol. 2, Anvil Publishing, 1993. with righteousness as a breastplate… tament. (You can read it in her speech.) door. For ticketing info, full fi lm details, The solution is not, she emphasized, in 19. Did you know that in the state of Cali- your feet shod in readiness for the and schedule, please visit festival.sdaff. fornia, there are more Filipinos than there are increasing government control or world org or contact 619.400.5911 | info@ gospel of peace…In all circumstances, government (do we hear United Nations?) of Chinese. And in San Diego County, Fili- hold faith as a shield, to quench all [the] who are: pacarts.org pino Americans are the largest Asian Pacifi c fl aming arrows of the evil one…take the “the main agents imposing cultural Marx- Islander group. It is estimated that Filipinos helmet of salvation and the sword of the ism to our nations, under the form of popula- Presented by Pacifi c Arts Movement, will surpass the Chinese in being the largest Spirit, which is the word of God.” tion control, reproductive health, gay rights, the SDAFF is the largest exhibition of Asian-Pacifi c Islander group in America. Cernea then spoke representing the gender education, and so on.” Asian cinema on the West Coast with Source: National Filipino-American Em- powerment Conference, August, 1997. Catholics doctors, defending life and When the iron-fi st of the Communists ruled more than 130 fi lms and programs from her country her Church thanks to their bish- 20 countries. The SDAFF will be at six 20. Did you know that Dr. Abelardo Agui- family. lar, a Filipino-American, discovered the now We “can see this is, fi rst of all, a spiritual ops’ “determination and example in resisting venues across San Diego County includ- prisons and terror. Our bishops asked the widely used antibiotic known by its generic battle.” ing the fi lm festival’s home base of term as erthyromycin. There it is. Paul warned “our struggle is not community not to follow the world. Not to the UltraStar Mission Valley at Hazard cooperate with the communists. Source: http://pubweb.acns.nwu.edu with fl esh and blood but with the principali- Center, opening and closing night fi lms A Balik Bayani (returning hero)is a Filipino ties, with the powers, with the world rulers of Now we need Rome to tell the world: ‘Repent of your sins and turn to God for the at the Museum of Contemporary Art abroad who is giving back to the Philippines this present darkness, with the evil spirits in (MCASD), other programs at UCSD’s and the Filipinos, at home. A hero in his own the heavens.” Kingdom of Heaven is near.’ And Cernea continues to a powerful ending Palawan Your Ocean of Calit2 and the Museum of Photographic little or big way, for the Philippines and the This physician who is in the front battle ( Continued from page 12 ) Filipinos ; whether you are helping families lines of the culture of life and death spot- which, as you read her whole speech here or Arts, its gala and awards ceremony at here, you will recognize as her ringing the and relatives, sending children to school, lighted the cause of the crisis with the family spots of the region. Boracay was also Mercy San Diego Marriott and its fi nal day alarm like an Old Testament prophet waking at the historic La Paloma Theater in own a business in the Philippines or abroad, — it’s not the consumerism and material in the Condé Nast Top Islands Readers that is providing employment to Filipinos, or poverty we blame it on, but it’s ideological. up the world. Encinitas. As for Fatima that she mentioned, it was the Choice of 2014. Meditation: thinking of retiring or travelling regularly in She emphasized: Debuting in the list at 19th spot is the the Philippines. (If you are a Balik Bayani, Our Lady of Fatima has said that Russia’s children Lucia and Jacinta who verbalized the messages of our Blessed Mother. island of Cebu with its beaches, and the Major sponsors of the San Diego Asian share your story, please email me at ruelbor- errors would spread all over the world. My daughter, be diligent in writ- Film Festival include Barona, AARP, [email protected]) Cernea made clear this is being done by Remember one more thing about this more personal charm of restaurants and ing down every sentence I tell you messenger. It was a woman who fi rst got shopping. Sharp Health Plan, McGregor & Associ- cultural Marxism that: concerning My mercy, because this ates, Wells Fargo, PROVEN Staffi ng, ‘pretends to redefi ne family, sexual identity the apple rolling to get the human race in Palawan, Boracay, and Cebu are listed trouble, but since God does not do things is meant for a great number of souls Qualcomm, The San Diego Union- Encinitas and human nature…But it is nothing else in the Best Islands of Condé Nast Trav- who will profi t from it (Diary, 1142). ( Continued from page 5 ) than the ancient serpent’s offer, for man haphazardly, only quite neatly, he promised Tribune and KPBS. it will be a woman — the Woman — who eler along with 17 other islands outside a $10,000 Neighborhood Reinvestment to take control, to replace God, to arrange of the United States. salvation here, in this world.’ will crush Satan’s head for good. We know Jesus: My daughter, do you think Pacifi c Arts Movement (Pac-Arts) is Grant from the County of San Diego for She stressed: who that is. you have written enough about My one of the largest media arts organiza- 2015/2016. mercy? What you have written is but tions in North America that focuses on Volunteers helped prepare Goodman’s a drop compared to the ocean. I am Pan Asian cinema. Pac-Arts programs building for the mural. Professional landscape architects Joy Lyndes and Jim Love and Mercy Itself. There is no include the annual San Diego Asian misery that could be a match for My Benedetti have donated design services to Film Festival, Spring Showcase, and the project. mercy, neither will misery exhaust Reel Voices, a documentary fi lmmaker Following the brief unveiling ceremony and it, because as it is being granted it program for local high school students. celebration, attendees that are 21 and over increases. The soul that trusts in My For more information about Pacifi c are invited into the Daley Double Saloon mercy is most fortunate, because I Arts Movement, visit www.pacarts.org. to continue the celebration with specially- Myself take care of it (Diary, 1273). priced drinks.

My Prayer Response:

What a gift You have prepared for us readers in the Diary of St. Faustina . Thank You for Your encouragement to St. Faustina to keep on writing, espe- cially about Your ocean of mercy toward the miserable. *Diary passages with bolded words are Jesus speaking

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While there was only one publication in the Asian residents to be prepared for El Niño. After deliberating for just a few min- pick up even more after it was seen on Work for the San Diego’s major daily newspaper in his San Diego Journal.upon your Please receipt proofread of the The County has several resources avail- utes, the tournament committee handed Maine Mendoza. AJ-CA_10.30.2015 home, there were at least fi fteen regular invoice and tearissue sheet. of able to help resident get prepared which the trophy to Eric’s team. The next day, MAINE MENDOZA FAMOUS RED it and fax back the Top Home Care Agency! dailies in the Philippines, proof of the Thankthe Asian you. Journal if we are available at the County’s special the tournament resumed, with all the LIPS so so cuteeeeeeeeeee #ALDUB- correction if any or call country’s freedom of the press. After receive your approval on websites; ReadySanDiego.org and Listo- players, the over-age ones included, PreparationDay us for your approval. The closely scrutinizing the area for a few SanDiego.org (Spanish). These websites except Eric’s. “You already won the — Jasmine Amery KSA (@Amery- time.Fax At# $4 per line minutes, he decided to try out the newly- ad is tentatively scheduled offer information on how to protect championship and this is a new tourna- Gonzal) September 24, 2015 to1x4x10 be published lines, in itthe costs Now Hiring your family and home before and during cooked goto with tokwa’t baboy being ment,” the organizers explained. “Your served in a native “gotohan” restaurant storms and lots of fl ooding and erosion team is no longer included since it is I love #mainemendoza lips, they're full. 40 Exerienced Caregivers nearby. It was a delicious breakfast as he AJ-CA_10.30.2015$______.00 to beissue paid of control resources. composed of younger players who will I like them best with red lip colour on. upon your receipt of the for Live-In & Hourly Shifts About NCTD noticed the other different kinds of food just be beaten in this new tournament.” the Asian Journal if we items being sold in the place: bola-bol,a invoiceIf approved and tear please sheet. The North County Transit District is After winning the trophy but playing — unknown2u (@melibra19) Septem- receive your approval on chorizo de bilbao, siopao and others. Thank you. a public transportation agency provid- only one game while the others, cheaters ber 24, 2015 time.sign At and $4 fax per backline to Top Pay • Flexible Hours • Great Benefits ing 12 million passenger trips annually After breakfast he went to the Church’s really, played and enjoyed an entire tour- (619) 474-0373 or courtyard for another look. He could lines, it costs throughout North San Diego County nament, Eric and his teammates sensed Red lips of maine mendoza damn 4x2x10Faxacknowledge # via Requirements and into downtown San Diego. NCTD's not help but remember the times when they might not have gotten the better end he used to go to Lourdes Church every $______.00email to be paid system includes BREEZE buses (with of the deal.- AJ — 326 ilys (@httpselcastillo) Septem- • 3 professional references Sunday evening, with his muscles still upon your receipt of the FLEX service), COASTER commuter (To be continued) ber 5, 2015 • Proof of eligibility to work in the US trains, SPRINTER hybrid rail trains, hurting after spending the whole after- ______invoice and tear sheet. noon playing basketball. and LIFT paratransit service. NCTD's In an Instagram comment, celebrity Thank you. As a young professional in the early If approved please mission is to deliver safe, convenient, makeup artist Krist Bansuelo revealed Call for an appointment seventies, he helped organize a basket- When the Bible reliable and user-friendly public trans- that Maine Mendoza wears MAC's Ruby sign and fax back to ball team in their neighborhood to join ( Continued from page 9 ) Fax # Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. portation services. For more information Woo. (619) 474-0373 or visit: www.gonctd.com a basketball tournament sponsored by isn’t a bad thing. Jesus isn’t concerned acknowledge via the Lourdes parish. They solicited funds about the strength of your faith; what is La Jolla Apply Online! for uniforms and other expenses from email important is the strength of the One on Screengrab from Instagram/@kristban- their neighbors, most of whom had kids 858-842-1346 HCAmatch.com whom your faith rests. suelo Kalusugan on the team. Although the rules required As we study Scripture with our ______If approved please ( Continued from page 4 ) that no player older than sixteen years kids, we may feel ill-prepared and And to confi rm the red lipstick fad, sign and fax back to old could play in the tournament, Eric available in the event of a sustained unsure. But we mustn’t avoid these celebrated blogger Chuvaness revealed was surprised to see that some of the (619) 474-0373 or outage. tough conversations. Guided by faith in post that the inside information about players in other teams looked older. acknowledge via Keep your car’s gas tank at least half and love, we help our kids pursue Maine Mendoza's lipstick has caused the Acting on a tip, he fi led a protest before email full. Remember it takes electricity to truth, while God provides the grace store to run out of the shade. pump gas. the tournament committee. Upon closer and wisdom we need. — http://www. examination, he was proven right. For Refresh your emergency kit. Connect focusonthefamily.com/parenting/ "According to MAC sales people, ______instance, they found out a birth certifi - to checklists here (http://www.sdge. spiritual-growth-for-kids/when-the- Ruby Woo is sold out in most of the cate of a player born in 1958 was typed com/safety/emergency-preparedness/ bible-isnt-g-rated?utm_source=fb_ brand’s 14 branches because of Yaya on the same typewriter used for a birth emergency-checklists). focus&utm_medium=social&utm_ Dub. Women would come in and ask, certifi cate of a player born in 1956 from campaign=article_bibleisntgrated_ “Which one is Yaya Dub’s lipstick?” the a different province. DURING oct_27 blog said. “Now I know why our team was beaten Use SDG&E’s outage map, available badly during our fi rst and only fame in online and via the mobile app, to get this tournament,” he declared before the information on power restoration times. protest committee. “We were competing Philippines among worst places If you choose to use a portable genera- against older players!” tor, make sure you know how to operate In the back of his mind, however, he to die – study it safely. was aware that the slight age difference Opt for fl ameless candles and fl ash- was not the culprit. His players simple MANILA, Philippines - A 2015 Qual- of government subsidies or programs lights during a power outage. lacked the skill to keep up with the ity of Death study index has listed the for individuals accessing palliative care competition. His realization nonetheless Philippines as one of the worst places to services, and limited public understand- Stay Safe at Home opened a Pandora’s box. The players die, next to Iraq and Bangladesh. ing and awareness of palliative care Did you know that more than 18,000 he exposed soon began exposing other services. Americans die every year from injuries over-aged players in other teams; it The Economist Intelligence Unit • Souvenir Programs• NCRs that take place in the home? Injuries at turned out that all the teams, expect report, commissioned by Singapore Out of a list of 80 countries, the Philip- • Business Cards • Banners home and at play are not accidents. They Eric’s, had older players and therefore nonprofi t Lien Foundation, indicated pines was placed near bottom when it can be prevented! violated the rules. that the Philippines, out of 80 countries, comes to providing quality palliative • Letterheads •Posters Plan ahead to be prepared and stay safe In order to save the tournament, the scored poorly in terms of the quality of care services. The country ranked 78th at home. Here are 3 easy ways. organizers tried to persuade Eric to end-of-life care available. while Thailand came in 44th, China 71st • Envelopes • Magnetic Signs Schedule a HYPERLINK "http:// dispense with the “over-age” rule and and India 67th. • Brochures www.sdge.com/residential/ let everybody play, old or young players The quality of death index was mea- • T-Shirt Printing serviceorders"FREE gas safety check alike. sured across fi ve categories – palliative Meanwhile, the United Kingdom was • Flyers • and more before cold weather arrives to ensure But Eric was idealistic then. He and healthcare environment, human re- considered the best place to die in the your gas appliances are in safe working thought that he should not give up his sources, affordable care, quality of care world, along with other rich nations such condition. advantage and instead should pin his and level of community engagement. as Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Bel- Call 811 before you dig to have your opponents while they are down. gium, Taiwan, Germany, the Netherlands NOTARY & CONSULAR SERVICES underground utilities marked so you can “How can we instill the proper moral The low ranking of the Philippines in and the US, respectively. values on our young players if we just Philippine Consulate Authentication Assist in the preparation of Philippine work around them safely. the overall scores of quality of death in- When planting trees take the right tree, let the culprits go?” he intoned, “We are dex was attributed to the severe shortage In Asia, the top places in the good of Legal Documents Legal Documents right place” approach to ensure trees holding this tournament to instill proper of specialized palliative care profes- death race are Taiwan (6th), Singapore • General Power of Attorney • Extra Judicial Settlement don’t interfere with overhead or under- values and good moral character in our sionals, lack of government-led strategy (12th), Japan (14th) and South Korea • Special Power of Attorney ground utility lines. #ESPSDG youth.” for the development and promotion of (18th). • Deed of Absolute Sale “But if we impose the rule, every team national palliative care, limited number • Cerifications of Original Documents • PVAO/GSIS Suveys (that the copy is the same as that of the original) • Philippine Passport Renewal Divine Mercy Shrine (619) 962-5144 • Dual Citizenship in Encinitas, California Email: [email protected] 550 E. 8th Street Suite 6 ROOM FOR RENT Santi Silverio , notary public National City, CA 91950 www.divinemercyhills.org Quiet Neighborhood in National City. 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