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All the tech propensity to use coercion, bullying NILA, 1/12/2014 – Aspiring experts are saying that we are a trip down San Diego’s Fil-Am Community’s and “salami slicing tactics” to secure its entrepreneurs will have their entering the post-PC world maritime interests in the East and South hands full in 2014 as more and everything is happen- memory lane China Seas. Republican Rep. Steve Chabot called doors are being opened in ing on mobile,” she said on China “dangerously aggressive” and various industries, the editor- ANC’s “Shoptalk.” By Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. said it was attempting to take disputed in-chief of Entrepreneur Because of the rising de- Publisher & Editor, territories by gradual force with the Magazine Kristine Fonacier mand in mobile, Fonacier said “misguided hope that Japan, Southeast San Diego Asian Journal Asian nations and the US will just said. more Filipino app develop- The original and fi rst Asian Journal grudgingly accept it.” Fonacier said for tech- ers will have the opportunity Democratic Rep. Ami Bera called related businesses, the focus to showcase their talents at a in America for a strong, bipartisan message from must be on smartphones, tab- global market. San Diego, California Congress that China’s “threatening and provocative moves to assert their mari- lets, laptops and other mobile Start-up ideas will also get time territorial claims are unacceptable.” devices. much needed support from Republican Rep. Randy Forbes said “The big word in tech right (Continued on page 2) First in a series of articles the US must be “100 percent intoler- ant of China’s territorial claims and its continued resort to forms of military San Diego, California coercion to alter the status quo in the PHL economic freedom is mod- January 17, 2013 region.” China’s pursuit of its “salami slicing” erate – Heritage, WSJ index Longtime Filipino American community strategy is through a steady progression GMA News | MANILA, the country saw improve- leader Sofronio “Paul” Ones will be celebrat- of small steps which – while not casus 1/14/2014 -- Despite land- ments in seven of the 10 belli – can gradually change the status ing his 80th birthday anniversary on January quo in its favor, said Bonnie Glaser, a ing on the 89th spot out of economic freedoms, includ- 18, 2014, at the Mira Mesa Senior Community senior adviser at the Center for Strategic 178 countries surveyed by ing gains in freedom to trade, Center. and International Studies (CSIS). Washington-based The Heri- freedom to invest, and free- Sometimes China’s actions are unilat- tage Foundation and The Wall dom from corruption. eral and unprovoked, such as its annual Friends and relatives will toast his productive fi shing ban and its assertion of expan- Street Journal for the 2014 But the gains were "par- and colorful life, quite an achievement for a boy sive fi shing rights in the South China Index of Economic Freedom, tially offset by a deterioration from Indang, Cavite, in the Philippines. Paul Sea and the West Philippine Sea. the Philippine was labeled as in property rights," the foun- had joined the U.S. Navy as a young man and Other times, China’s moves are in having moderate economic dation said. response to perceived provocations by later became one of the pillars of the San Diego other countries, which Beijing deliber- freedom. Heritage observed that the Filipino American community. ately escalates in an attempt to create The Philippines has Philippines has improved its I fi rst met Paul a few months after arriving a new status quo in its favor, a tactic climbed eight notches as its overall score in three con- in San Diego on November 18, 1982. I had just described by some experts as “reactive score has improved by 1.9 secutive years, allowing it to assertiveness.” joined my wife and daughter after abandoning In the most egregious example of such points to 60.1. rise back to countries that are a lucrative career as the publisher and editor of behavior in the South China Sea, the In profi ling the Philippines, "moderately free" in terms of a business magazine “Business Ventures in the standoff between vessels from China The Heritage Foundation said and the Philippines in April 2102 at the (Continued on page 10) Philippines” in Asia, as well as the managing editor of “Sunburst Magazine” and its sister Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal ended with the Chinese occupying the shoal (Continued on page 2) in violation of an oral understanding Zagat restaurant guide lists reached with Manila to withdraw all vessels from the area, Glaser said. The standoff began when Chinese must-try Pinoy dishes maritime surveillance vessels stopped ‘Building safe zones more cost-effi cient than Philippine Navy personnel from arrest- Good News Pilipinas | “The full pork feast is pri- ing Chinese poachers and seizing their MANILA, 1/16/2014 -- An marily for special occasions, typhoon-resistant houses’ illegal catch of giant clams, endangered infl uential restaurant guide while at restaurants in the US, by Helen Flores, Philstar. Recio said the government much more expensive than corals and sharks. The poachers were recently published an article allowed to leave with their illegal cargo. you’re more likely to fi nd com | MANILA, 1/16/2014 should focus on building safe strengthening existing public The Panatag incident constituted the about Filipino cuisine, which dishes such as lechon kawali - It would be more cost- “places of refuge” such as structures or building new fi rst instance of a change in the status is said to have “become in- – the deep-fried pork belly,” effi cient for the government churches, schools and gym- multipurpose centers that can quo of a land feature in the South China creasingly celebrated around Jones wrote. to focus on building “safe nasiums instead of rebuilding be converted into evacuation Sea since 1995 when China seized con- the United States.” Other Filipino dishes individual typhoon-resistant trol of Mischief Reef. zones” instead of rebuilding centers, Recio pointed. Disputes over territory and maritime In an article on Zagat pub- that are included in the list individual typhoon-resistant houses in high-risk areas. Recio and his group, jurisdiction are a major source of rising lished last January 10, writer are adobo (meat or seafood houses in high-risk areas to He said the order of Presi- however, did not say exactly tensions and instability as regional na- Carey Jones listed “nine braised in garlic, vinegar and maximize the use of scarce dent Aquino is to build 20- to how much would be saved if tions take tit-for-tat measures to assert Filipino dishes you need to soy sauce), lumpia (spring 24-square meter houses that their claims, Glaser said, adding the risk public funds, a group of archi- the government focused on of a clash is highest between China and know,” while giving recom- rolls), kare-kare (peanut tects said yesterday. could withstand storms with constructing disaster-resilient Japan in the East China Sea. mendations on where to order stew), sisig (pig’s head and “The government should maximum sustained winds evacuation centers instead of Glaser was one of three experts who them in the US. liver seasoned with calamansi focus on refuge centers so of 275 to 370 kilometers per rebuilding typhoon-resistant testifi ed on Tuesday at a joint House Leading the list is lechon and chili peppers), tocino hour and Intensity 8 earth- Foreign Affairs subcommittee and a people will have a place to go homes. House Armed Services subcommittee UAP president Sonny Rosal told a or roast pig, which was once (sweet cured meat), sinigang during disasters,” said Jose quake, adding each house will hearing on China’s maritime disputes in forum that they are assisting the local dubbed by chef and television (sour soup with meat or sea- Pedro Recio of the United have a budget of P200,000. the East and South China Seas. host Anthony Bourdain as government units affected by Super food and vegetables), pancit Architects in the Philippines Spending for all the de- Typhoon Yolanda last year, including “the best pig ever.” (Continued on page 7) stroyed houses would be (Continued on page 15) (UAP). (Continued on page 8) Father and Son, USN Retired: The Life Stories of Quintin Ramil, Sr. & Jr.

By Quintin R. Ramil, Jr family. The surprise party was success- On November 21, 1963, Tessie gave its fi rst Polaris Missile Patrol. We had an occasion to visit Brig and ninong of one of their sons, Ed. ful. Tessie did not have any inkling birth to Quintin R. Ramil, III. This was Nancy at their home in Pinole where our We fi nally got assigned to a house in Chapter 14: Sons that something was going on. She was the same day President John Kennedy Second Son children played together. Aiea not far from the base and I would picked up by one of our friends and was assassinated so the whole country When we arrived in Hawaii we lived commute to our offi ce at Ford Island went shopping as the rest of us gathered was in mourning. Even the televi- I left Tessie with my parents in in an apartment in Waikiki. While wait- using the ferry. Sometimes I would oon we found out that in the basement which we decorated. sion programs were interrupted. I felt Livermore, California while I went on ing for Navy housing we stayed at a be attending different communication Tessie was pregnant. I asked Mary Celis to make sure they so lonely at our apartment and I was Patrol out of Guam. I was gone for three private facility and received a temporary schools. The second off month is used We were very happy arrived at the precise time. touched when they showed John John months and Ramon was born during lodging allowance, the same amount we for our training. The third month is S Mary Celis was one of the survivors saluting his father’s casket as it went my absence. It was a good thing that were receiving when our ship was still our preparation to return to our ship in because we had not really of Charles Speck’s massacre of Filipino by for the funeral. I could hardly wait my mother and father were there with under construction. We were walking Guam. I made four Polaris patrols on been planning on a family at nurses in Chicago many years before. to pick up my wife and son from the her when she gave birth. Ramon was distance to the famous Waikiki beach the Tecumseh and between my third that time. I always thought She was the one who hid under the Lawrence Memorial Hospital. born on January 17, 1965 at Livermore and the International Market Place. We and fourth patrol, I took my family that I would have a son like bed with Corazon Amurao. She is now We remained in New London for the Hospital fourteen months after our fi rst visited the Honolulu Zoo several times. to the Philippines and left them with married to a Navy man, Eddie Celis. next two years. Our ship after commis- son was born. While living in Waikiki we met and my in-laws in Paniqui, Tarlac, while I my father. I would be the Godfather to their fi rst sioning would be assigned to Pearl Har- He was baptized at the St. Michael became friends with Jimmy and Thelma was on patrol. They spent almost three born daughter. The following families bor; but the advance base would be Apra Catholic church in Livermore and his Clark. Thelma used to help at her aunt’s months there where our sons got to Tessie soon celebrated her birthday were present at Tessie’s party: Mr. And Harbor, Guam. Our gold crew would Godparents were Brig Tamayo, my God Filipino restaurant on Britannia Street know their grandpa, grandma and all – her fi rst one in America. I planned Mrs. Cres Tibus, Mr. And Mrs. Tom take the ship to Guam and the blue crew brother and Aurora Ramil, my cousin’s which was where I fi rst met her. She is their aunts and uncles. We both come a surprise birthday party for her at the Basa, Mr. And Mrs. Gus Reyes, Mr. would travel cross country and then fl y wife. now married to Jimmy Clark, the older from a family of seven children. residence of our compadre and co- And Mrs. Oliver Painter, Mr. And Mrs. to Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. I After that, it wouldn’t be long before brother of Lolita Rodriguez, a famous madre to be, in Mystic, Connecticut. Eddie Celis and Mr. And Mrs. Bernard would catch my ship in Guam and make the four of us would leave for Hawaii. movie star in the Philippines. I am the (Continued on page 6) We became very close to the Tibus Mamorbor. Page 2 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com January 17-23, 2014 NBI busts drug ring in 3 condos Hottest PHL some of the substances were unadul- (Continued from page 1) Our Life and terated ecstasy, which they made into business organizations, which capsules with artifi cial fl avors, such as strawberry and mango. are now looking at local start- Times Convicted gangsters ups with products that focus Espadilla and Riach belong to the on applications “for Filipinos, by Simeon G. Silverio Jr. Independent Soldier gang in Canada by Filipinos.” where they face murder, weapons and Aside from mobile development, other Read Sim Silverio’s previous articles by visiting our website drug charges, Isidoro said. tech trends this year are cloud comput- at www.asianjournalusa.com “They have been convicted of various ing, bigger storage space, and, of course, crimes in Canada,” De Lima said. “I social media. think this information was obtained by Fonacier noted that tech companies the NBI from the Interpol.” and consumers may soon be looking for Paul Ones Ecstasy pills (Wikipedia.com) De Lima said she was alarmed that “the next big thing” in social media. the Canadians, who had been convicted Another line of business that may see (Continued from page 1) of John Oropesa, Alice Cakeland of of crimes in their country, managed to a boost this year is the franchising of Louie and Alice Caballero, the Lourdes by Erika Sauler, Inquirer.net | MA- Sinaloa links enter the Philippines and operate a drug convenience stores. publications. Restaurant of Lourdes Barrera, and the NILA, 1/16/2014 -- National Bureau of Justice Secretary Leila de Lima said ring in Manila. Fonacier said the demand for conve- Paul was the president of the United Tropical Bakery of Pat Ambrosio. Investigation agents arrested six people NBI Director Medardo de Lemos in- She said the government would con- nience stores have seen to rise along Pilipino Merchants, the predecessor A few months later, I met Paul during believed to have links with Mexico’s Si- formed her about the raid after 3 a.m. centrate on the case and try to neutralize with the growth of the business process of the Filipino American Chamber of a Filipino press club meeting at a movie naloa drug cartel in raids on three luxury She said investigators were looking the Sinaloa syndicate’s operations here. outsourcing (BPO) industry. Commerce of San Diego County. There theater on Harbison Blvd. in National properties in Taguig and Makati cities into the suspects’ links with the Sinaloa The Bureau of Immigration may have “It’s a 24-hour business all of a sud- was already a sizable number of Filipino City. The venue is now being used as a early Wednesday, bolstering suspicions drug cartel, Mexico’s biggest and dead- to tighten the screening of arriving den and they fi nd the need to fi nd ser- Americans in the area. Then, the Filipi- Christian Church. Here was where Paul that the Latin drug trade had reached the liest drug network. foreigners, with the justice depart- vices 24 hours a day,” she said, adding nos were much closer, the community and his colleague showed Filipino mov- Philippines through foreign and local The NBI, she said, could not imme- ment working with the Philippine Drug that some convenience stores are now far more vibrant. It was a golden age, ies for Filipino Americans hungry to see connections. diately determine whether the suspects Enforcement Agency and other offi ces moving from just selling the traditional as there were more than a hundred very footage from their homeland. During The agents also seized “shabu” (meth- were linked to Sinaloa, but an informant to bust the syndicate’s foreign and local retail goods to providing high-end food. active Filipino American organizations. this time, Filipino movie video rentals, amphetamine hydrochloride), cocaine claimed that the seized drugs came from tentacles here, she said. Online retail is also expected to gain A handful of Filipino American events Filipino television channels, the Internet and ecstasy pills worth P100 million in Mexico. Tightening security traction as more online establishments were held in various hotels’ ballrooms and other Filipino entertainment fares the raids on The Luxe Residences and Drugs from the Sinaloa cartel were Following the raids in Taguig, Mayor have fi gured out a way to work around every weekend. Several towns in the were not yet introduced in San Diego; One Serendra in Bonifacio Global City, seized by police in a raid on a game Lani Cayetano urged building manag- the fear of credit card payments on the Philippines, especially in Bataan, this theater was the only option. I did Taguig, and on Gramercy Residence in fowl ranch in Batangas province on ers in Bonifacio Global City to be more internet. Zambales and Cavite provinces where not know that ten years later, I would Makati City. Christmas Day. strict with tenants and security. Fonacier said some online sellers are recruiting centers for the U.S. Navy purchase the house across the street as Canadian Barry Espadilla and Filipino According to initial fi ndings, De Lima Cayetano said property owners and now allowing payments through ATMs, were based, had a Filipino organization one of my rental properties Tristan Olazo were arrested in the raid said, the suspects had been operating in managers should review their proce- convenience stores, over the counter in the county. At one point, the Salinas Sadly, the press club was aborted soon on The Luxe Residences, while Cana- the Philippines for about seven months. dures and tighten their monitoring for banks, and even mobile phones. (Cavite) Association ordered almost after it was born. One disgruntled mem- dian Tara Leanne Hadden-White was An informant tipped off the NBI about illegal activities within their premises.— Fashion and electronic goods are still 25 lechons (roast pigs) for their fi esta ber, who did not win club presidency arrested in the raid on One Serendra. the suspects’ operations, leading to a With reports from Jerome Aning and the top choices of online shoppers, said celebration at a park. during that evening’s election, decided Canadian James Riach, Filipino two-month surveillance and the raids Jaymee T. Gamil Fonacier. to put up another group, and interest for Gibson Arca and Iranian-Canadian Ali early on Wednesday. Food-related businesses, meanwhile, Philippine Faire both organizations dissipated. It would Shirazi were arrested in the raid on Selling drugs will remain as strong business opportu- become a practice among other organi- Gramercy Residence. Isidoro said the suspects sold drugs PNP tells con- nities in the country. Eventually, the fi rst Philippine Faire, zations, resulting in the duplication of The suspects’ arrest in luxury residen- to prominent users in exclusive clubs Fonacier said 2013 saw the popularity commemorating the anniversary of the groups. tial properties with their own security and casinos like Club Haze in Bonifa- do owners to of the Filipino cuisine rising and becom- declaration of Philippine Independence, showed an advance in drug traders’ cio Global City and Republiq Club in ing an international favorite. was held on the grounds of the County COPAO Chairmanship tactics to conceal their operations, the Resorts World in Pasay City. She added that there is a potential Administration Building. The Council authorities said. They also threw exclusive cocktail background growth for more Filipino fi ne dining of Pilipino American Organizations Paul assumed the chairmanship of Augusto Eric Isidoro, executive parties at Gramercy, where nitrous oxide restaurants. (COPAO), then headed by Jay Ruiz, a COPAO after a distinguished service director of the NBI Reaction, Arrest and or laughing gas was also seized, Isidoro check renters, Fonacier said that while there are U.S. Navy retiree from Quezon Prov- by Jay Ruiz. He served two terms, and Interdiction Division, said the raiding said. countless business opportunities in the ince, organized the event. Rita Andrews, one of the highlights of his term was teams had diffi culty entering the proper- He said the suspects imported the buyers market today, timing and a bit of good a San Diego City employee, and Bette when we organized a rally against the ties, as they had to ask for permission substances from Mexico and Colom- luck will still be key in being a success- Poblete, the secretary of the County Poway School District due to discrimi- to enter from the building administra- bia, smuggling them into the country, by Julianne Love de Jesus, Inquirer. ful entrepreneur. administrator, were the executive and nation against Filipinos. Dr. Adelito tors despite carrying search and arrest recooking and repackaging them. net | MANILA,1/15/2014—The Philip- “You have to hit that sweet spot that assistant directors of the Faire, respec- Gale served as a member of the board of warrants. A kilo of cocaine could be increased pine National Police on Wednesday blends your passion and your skills. You tively; I was in charge of publicity. trustees in that district. In the South bay Isidoro said the suspects had evaded to 3 or 4 kg after adding a substance advised owners of condominiums and also have to pray for a little bit of timing As president of the United Pilipino area, educator Lita David served several detection by renting apartments in the called phenamine, Isidoro said. subdivisions to conduct fi rst a thorough and luck, that’s all you need,” she said. Merchants Association, Paul presided terms as a member of the Sweetwater three posh properties. Such places are The suspects learned to do it through over a handful of member business (Continued on page 14) not easily penetrable to authorities, he the Internet, he said. (Continued on page 15) entities, including the Family Loompya said. He said the suspects had admitted that January 17-23, 2014 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 3

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Link: http://www.examiner.com/ Spinach is a rich source of beta Link: http://refreshingnews99.blog- article/narcissistic-love-triangles-and- carotene, lutein, and xanthene, all of spot.in/2014/01/10-reasons-why-you- emotional-unavailability which are benefi cial for our eyesight. It should-eat-spinach.html Also visit Sam Vaknin at Facebook. can help prevent itchy eyes or dry eyes. com/samvaknin The Bitter Truth About Splenda

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And yet, millions of Ameri- cans (including our precious children!) are doing exactly that by consuming (Continued on page 7) January 17-23, 2014 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 5 California Communities Contemporary Asian The Club at NAWBO San Diego’s EPA awards more California manufac- American Issues Pechanga New January Program than $460K for turers appreciate pru- by Dr. Ofelia Dirige Membership “New Year, New Location, environmental dence in Governor's Founder, President & CEO Kalusugan Same Fantastic NAWBO + New Community Services. www.filamwellness.org Benefits Networking Opportunities” projects along budget proposal Date: Jan 06, 2014 the U.S.-Mexico CMTA | SACRAMENTO, 1/14/2014 New Membership Benefit SAN DIEGO— January 14, -- California Manufacturers & Technol- Kung ika’y hindi pa miyembro ng The 2014—The National Association of ogy Association president Jack Stewart Club sa Pechanga, libre lang sumali at Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Border made the following statement regarding KCS Volunteer Opportunities napakadali. Bukas sa lahat na may edad San Diego, which promotes, supports Gov. Jerry Brown's proposed budget na 21 o higit pa na may balidong ID, and educates women business owners Funds will be used towards today: for 2014 sumadya lamang sa club desk at hindi in achieving success, announced today reducing trash in the Tijuana "Gov. Jerry Brown proposed a prudent na nalalayo ang pagkakataong magi- that its November featured program will and balanced budget today that will help Dr. Ofelia Dirige all times and not wait to be called or when feature "New Year, New Location, Same River, vehicle emissions re- they have time. A farmer who waits for per- pon ng mga mahahalagang benepisyo ensure that future budgets can also be Fantastic NAWBO + New Networking balanced while the economy continues Kalusugan Community Services fect weather will never plant or if they watch tuwing maglalaro ng mga paboritong duction strategies, recycling Opportunities". The breakfast meeting to recover to full strength. (KCS) is again recruiting volunteers for every cloud, they will never harvest. Let’s be slots at table games. Ang mga bagong materials, and developing ready anytime. will take place on Wednesday, January He noted that California is a relatively the coming year starting January 2014 miyembro ng The Club sa Pechanga ay 2. Passionate- We should be passionate 22, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the educational projects high tax state and we appreciate that for a period of 3-6 months to 1 year. maaaring mag-SPIN TO WIN para sa about the group’s mission and serve gladly. Council for Supplier Diversity, 10679 his budget does not include new tax One may serve as receptionist at the garantisadong Club Dollars hanggang We should be happy when we do it and glad Westview Parkway, San Diego, CA LOS ANGELES— The U.S. Environ- proposals. The combination of spending Center, do general secretarial work, set $1,000! Sige-sige kayong maglaro, that there is an opportunity to help while we 92126. mental Protection Agency has awarded restraint and no new taxes is a positive up and man exhibit booths, take blood sige-sige kaming mamimigay! Para sa are still strong. Let’s not be lazy when com- It is the mission of NAWBO San $461,368 in grants to fund seven envi- sign for manufacturers and others look- pressures (nurses), assist during work- ing to work thinking that anyway they can karagdagang impormasyon, tumawag Diego to propel women entrepreneurs ronmental projects along the California ing to invest and locate in California. shops at registration, order and serve get along without us. sa (877) 711-2946 o tumuloy sa www. into higher economic, social and and Arizona U.S-Mexico border. The We commend the Governor for pre- food, conduct evaluation, disseminate 3. Faithful- We should be faithful in what Pechanga.com. political spheres of power. Through our projects include restoration of an impor- senting a responsible budget that works information, send email blasts, follow we do, confident that nothing done is a waste Mga susunod na kaganapan sa monthly breakfast meetings, we are tant estuary, expansion of a municipal toward an improved economy while up on our contacts and help in the newly of time and effort. Let’s stick to our commit- Pechanga Resort & Casino: ments no matter what, for we know that we able to provide educational informa- oil recycling program and several efforts focusing on our schools, health care and established CHARM (Center for Holis- January 10 & 11 – The Fab Four will be rewarded if not here, in heaven. January 25 - Styx tion, networking opportunities, business to track air pollution in the region. public safety.” tic Alternative, Restorative Medicine) OUR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM tools and resources helping women to “These grnts will help improve air shop run by Boodgie Arce. January 26 – Paris By Night Recruitment: We start by recruiting young February 1 – Battle of the Badges grow their business. What a great year quality, create a healthier river, and KCS had many volunteers since its people, adults and seniors who are willing ASU will estimate particulate matter February 7 – Pat Benatar & Neil to start our monthly breakfast meeting reduce the waste going into local inception in 1995 and this continues up to serve. We announce the program through (PM) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) emis- Giraldo with a new location at the Council for landfills.” said Jared Blumenfeld, EPA’s to the present. They worked in projects the local media, website, email, and personal sions from northbound idling vehicles February 8 – Chinese New Year Show Supplier Diversity in Mira Mesa. This Regional Administrator for the Pacific such as the “Healthy Eating Active contact. Then we conduct an orientation for waiting at the Mariposa port of entry in with Wen Zhang, Lee Lung Kee Dragon month’s meeting will feature our spon- Southwest. “Communities on both sides Living Campaign”, “Healthy Heart, those who respond to meet them, fill out Nogales and use the information to iden- forms, sign them up, and give them their & Ng Hand-Mei sors in a roundtable discussion. One of of the border will receive benefits as Healthy Families” program of the Al- tify emissions reductions strategies. assignments. February 14 & 15 – Engelbert Hum- the highlights at this month’s meeting their environment and public health are liance of Community Health Workers Arizona Department of Environ- Training: We train the volunteers for the berdinck is the benefits of NAWBO membership. better protected.” and especially the “Filipino American mental Quality: Tools to Help Border specific duties they signed up with and we March 16 – Kenny Rogers Our Board of Directors will discuss The funds were awarded in partner- Arts and Cultural Festival (FilAmFest)” Communities Reclaim Resources make a schedule of activities to guide them. March 30 – Bridal Expo at Pechanga NAWBO member benefits in detail ship with the Border Environment where many young people are involved. Phoenix, Arizona We meet with them once a month to plan April 18 – Chocolate Decadence along with member testimonials on how Cooperation Commission, under the We formalized our volunteer program in activities and conduct in-service training. Grant Amount: $63,621 April 19 – Pechanga Wine Festival NAWBO membership had helped propel bi-national U.S.-Mexico Environmental 2012 and had been going on since then. We reassess the program after six months their business to success. So, if you are Program: Border 2020. The projects ADEQ will develop a web-based We are learning a lot in terms of imple- and renew their commitment if interested to toolkit designed to provide educa- Inaalok ng Pechanga Resort & Casino contemplating in becoming a member, selected address the public health and menting the program that we would like serve till the end of the year. tional resources and best practices on ang pinakamalaki at makaganap na this is a perfect meeting for you or if environmental protection goals of the to share with others. Recognition and Evaluation: At KCS’s an- electronic waste and cleanup events. nual anniversary celebrations, we recognize kasiyahan na pang resort/casino kahit you want to make your business grow, Border 2020 Program and are part of the A. Why should one volunteer? The project will pilot use of the e-waste the volunteers who had worked throughout saan sa dakong kanluran ng Estados come and join us. overall environmental funding available 1. It benefits the Organization. Vol- toolkit using collection events in border the year and give them a certificate or gift Unidos. Hinirang na “Four Diamond In this presentation, you will learn: for the California/Baja California and unteers are unrecognized assets to the cites designed to divert approximately of appreciation. We evaluate the program property” ng AAA mula pa noong 2003, • The value of customer development Arizona/Sonora regions. The funds will organization and therefore we always 100,000 lbs. of reusable and recycling and decide to continue it as long as there are ang Pechanga Resort & Casino ay nag- • How to generate contracts be matched by an additional $354,746 welcome them. They benefit the orga- interested and committed volunteers to sign electronics from ending up in landfills. bibigay ng walang katumbas na daanan, • Business financing and expansion in funding from the recipient organiza- nization in many ways. They are there up. We also evaluate the program to improve Asociación de Protección y Seguri- para sa isang araw o pang-matagalang • How to convert networking leads tions. when staff is not available due to other it. Recruitment starts in January of each year dad Ambiental (APSA): Training on marangyang bakasyon. Naghahaandog into business opportunities The grants were announced during the pressing duties or illness. They perform although applications are accepted anytime Handling of Wastewater Containing ng mahigit sa 3,000 sa pinaka mainit na • How to make NAWBO membership opening ceremony of the “Border Gate- duties that regular staff may not be able during the year. Metals and Cyanide 2013 VOLUNTEERS RECOGNIZED AT slot machines, table games at world- propel your business to success way to Nature” at the Border Field State to do, i.e., sending email blasts, editing Nogales, Sonora THE ANNIVERSARY: SPECIAL RECOG- class entertainment, 517 na kuwarto sa Presenters in roundtable format: Park. The bi-national project was funded articles for publication in the newspa- Grant Amount: $63,015 NITION: PAUL ONES, MOST FAITHFUL hotel nito, mga kainan, spa at champion- NAWBO Corporate Partners by the San Diego Foundation and EPA’s pers, picking up food for a meeting, ASPA, a non-profit association of KCS VOLUNTEER ship golf sa Journey at Pechanga, ang NAWBO Board of Directors Border 2020 through a grant to 4walls distributing fliers for events, setting up environmental protection, health, and Co-Founder of KCS in 1995, several Pechanga Resort & Casino ay tampok Registration is available through 5 International. 4walls constructed bi-na- and manning exhibit booths at health safety experts, will develop a 16-hour times Interim KCS Board Chair, and Board na destinasyon na tumutugon at humi- p.m. on January 20. More information, tional park space using trash pulled from fairs, providing rides for seniors, and Member. Paul helps in the overall adminis- seminar for metal plating shops and the higit sa kagustuhan ng mga panauhin including online registration, is avail- the Tijuana River Valley and tributary cleaning the Center. tration of the Center and worked faithfully metals manufacturing industry on ways nito at ng komunidad. Ang Pechanga able at nawbo-sd.org. canyons. The re-purposed trash might As our consultant Melissa Pregill said, as a volunteer manning the FilAm Wellness to handle and reduce metals and cyanide Resort & Casino ay pag-aari at palakad have otherwise entered the Tijuana “They have an obvious strong personal inter- Center every week. Three times President of discharges affecting the Nogales Inter- ng Pechanga Band ng mga Luiseño Indi- About NAWBO San Diego River, harming the fragile ecosystem of est in the work, they don’t ask to be paid, COPAO and active member of UPM-FACC, national Wastewater Treatment Plant. often they become the most committed board San Diego Scripps Lions Club, Knights of ans. Para sa karagdagang impormasyon, the Tijuana River National Estuarine Re- City of Nogales, Sonora: Used members, and in large measure they become Columbus Council No. 13688, and COPAO. tumawag sa 1-888-PECHANGA NAWBO San Diego is one of 80 U.S. search Reserve in San Diego. Mexico’s Oil Collection and Management in significant future financial donors. So let’s He has been in and out of the country, travel- (1-888-732-4264) o pumunta sa www. chapters of NAWBO, a national non- Environment Ministry (SEMARNAT) Nogales build a program that identifies their interests ing to the Philippines for the past 12 years Pechanga.com. Sundan ang Pechanga profit organization of more than 7,000 is also contributing significant resources Nogales, Sonora and expertise; gives them consistent, respect- helping others especially in Indang, Cavite Resort & Casino sa Facebook.com/ members that represents women busi- to the beautification of Los Sauces Park where he came from originally. Aida, his Grant Amount: $16,508 able work; develops, recognizes and rewards Pechanga at Twitter @PechangaCasino. ness owners across all industries. Since in Tijuana. them; and suitably honors their service. Let’s wife and a registered nurse, is also an active The city of Nogales will expand its Ang Pechanga Resort & Casino ay 1975, NAWBO has helped women Last year marked the 20th anniver- treat them as gold nuggets! volunteer of KCS. used oil recycling program by establish- bukas ng 24 oras. Ang mga panauhin ay evolve their businesses by sharing re- sary of the North American Free Trade 2. It benefits the individual by providing: 1.Alliance of FilAm Community Health ing new collection points and trainings may dapat na may edad ng 21 anyos at sources and providing a single voice to Agreement and the 30th anniversary of Purpose, meaning and fulfillment to life. Workers: Jennibelle Azucena, Lydia Duro on used oil collection and management RN, Doreen Felicitas, RN, Leony Pamintuan pataas para makapasok sa casino. shape economic and public policy. For the La Paz Agreement. Through these Volunteering has personal advantage to for small businesses in Nogales. The an individual. Our Pastor, Mike Meeks, of RN, Fe Rivero and Rose San Pedro, RN. more information, visit nawbo-sd.org agreements, EPA has made significant city will also partner with oil recyclers Eastlake Community Church, mentioned that 2. Committee on workshop on “Depres- New Membership Benefit investments that have resulted in major all of us have a desire for greatness, fame sion Across the Life Span”: Art Teodosio Jr environmental benefits including more to collect used oil free of charge. The Border 2020 Program is a bi- and fulfilled life. We try to reach for it by (Chair), Angela Chen (UPAC), Dr. Ofelia If you are not yet a member of The than 570 tons of e-waste properly dis- Giraldo national collaborative effort with a excelling in school, having a good career, Dirige, Merly Ferrer RN (COPAO), Dr. Club at Pechanga, signing up is free and posed or recycled, the removal of more earning a lot of money, getting married and Merlie Ramira (PNASD), Crisabel Ramos February 8 – Chinese New Year Show mission is to protect human health and easy. Open to everyone 21 and older than 12 Million scrap tires from dump having children, and living a life of pleasure (PNASD) and Dr. Rosemay Remigio-Barber with Wen Zhang, Lee Lung Kee Dragon the environment in the U.S.-Mexico with valid ID, simply stop by the club sites border wide, and the connection and ease. But when we come to the place (UCSD). & Ng Hand-Mei border region. BECC is an international desk and you will soon be on your way of households to drinking water and that we have accomplished all this, there 3. STRIVE, SAN DIEGO- Fe Seligman February 14 & 15 – Engelbert Hum- organization established for the purpose to accumulating valuable perks each wastewater services benefitting the more is that void or yearning for something that and staff, Operation Samahan berdinck of preserving, protecting, and enhancing would satisfy us. Only by being a “servant” 4. KCS & FilAmFest Regular Volunteers: time you play your favorite slots and than 8.5 Million border residents. March 16 – Kenny Rogers the environment in the U.S. – Mexico can fill the void. KCS Board Members: Dr. Reynaldo Mon- table games. New members of The Club The following organizations received March 30 – Bridal Expo at Pechanga border region. I am reminded of King Solomon in the zon, Willie Racelis, Paul Valen at Pechanga can SPIN TO WIN for grants: April 18 – Chocolate Decadence For More information on the Border Bible who was the richest and wisest man FilAmFest Coordinator- Nadia Aguilera guaranteed Club Dollars up to $1000! Imperial County Air Pollution April 19 – Pechanga Wine Festival 2020 Program, please visit: www.epa. who ever lived on earth. He had everything KCS news editor for Filipino Press and The More You Play, The More We Pay! Control District: Idling Impacts at Philippines & World Report; Tweets on About Pechanga Resort & Casino gov/border2020 that his heart desired—wealth, wisdom, For more information, call (877) 711- the Calexico West and East Ports of women, fame, pleasure, possessions, and Tweeter- Ed Fontanilla Pechanga Resort & Casino offers the Entry worthwhile projects. Yet he stated in the KCS Amazon.com account; Posts on 2946 or log onto www.Pechanga.com. largest and most expansive resort/casino Other upcoming events at Pechanga Calexico, Calif. Book of Ecclesiastes: Facebook- Veronica Papa experience anywhere in the western Grant Amount: $98,800 “I denied myself nothing my eyes desired: KCS Charm Shop- Boodgie Arce Resort & Casino include: United States. Rated a Four Diamond APAC An- I refused my heart no pleasure. Cleaning Guy- Evander Jaca January 10 & 11 – The Fab Four The Imperial County Air Pollution property by AAA since 2003, Pechanga Control District will estimate particulate My heart took delight in all my work, and Weekly FWC Receptionist- Paul Ones & January 25 - Styx Resort & Casino provides an unparal- nouncements this was the reward of my labor. Lydia Duro January 26 – Paris By Night matter (PM) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) leled getaway, whether for the day or emissions from northbound idling Yet when I surveyed all that my hands have E-blasts to KCS members- Paul Valen February 1 – Battle of the Badges for an extended luxury stay. Offering done, and what I had toiled to achieve, 5. Anniversary Volunteers February 7 – Pat Benatar & Neil vehicles waiting at the Calexico West & Community Everything was meaningless, a chasing Committee Members: Paul Ones, more than 3,000 of the hottest slots, and East ports of entry. The project will after the wind: Dennis-Michael Broussard, Doreen Felicitas, table games, world-class entertain- also identify short and long term vehicle Events Nothing was gained under the sun.” Fe Rivero, Boodgie Arce , Rose San ment, 517 hotel rooms, dining, spa and emissions reductions strategies in the The pastor mentioned that the only way Pedro, Hiyasmin Vargas, Lydia Duro, Dina golf at Journey at Pechanga, Pechanga Calexico/Mexicali area. APAC Mayoral Candidate Forum, Jan. to find fulfillment is to help or serve others. Ellorin, Emmy Dirige, Dr. Rey Mon- Resort & Casino features a destination Pronatura-Noroeste A.C.: Resto- By serving we can be like Jesus Christ, zon, Leony Pamintuan, Dr. Merlie Ramira, 24th, 6-8PM, Zion Marketplace Food ROOM that meets and exceeds the needs of its ration of the Upper Tijuana River the Master, who came not to be served but Jennibelle Azucena, Aida Ones, Evelyn & Court, 7655 Clairemont Mesa Blvd in guests and the community. Pechanga Corridor to serve. Peter the Apostle also said that Rhod Resella, and Emeline Yabut- USU Resort & Casino is owned and oper- the Convoy District. Free. Come join “each one should use whatever gifts he has Instructor FOR RENT Ensenada, Baja Calif. APAC & fellow community members ated by the Pechanga Band of Luiseño Grant Amount: $98,500 received to serve others.” I find that serving Food Servers: Yoly Ramirez and, Del Quiet Neighborhood Indians. For more information, call as we speak with the two candidates for gives me joy and happiness beyond compare. Ebanculla Pronatura-Noroeste A.C., a non-profit, San Diego Mayor, San Diego Coun- Try it and you will experience the joy that USU Nursing Student Volunteers: Layla in National City. No toll free (877) 711-2946 or visit www. conservation organization, will restore Pechanga.com. Follow Pechanga Resort cilmembers Kevin Faulconer & David volunteering gives. So let’s give and serve. Fitzhaugh, Monika Ahamadi, Eurydice smoking. No drugs. the upper reach of the Tijuana River, Alvarez, in a casual, relaxed town hall Experience and contacts for young people Clayton, Antonio Gutierrez, Anna Sanchez, & Casino on Facebook and on Twitter restoring the flood plain in this part of setting. Food special are available at aspiring to climb the career ladder. A high Janel Victorio, Victoria Reynolds, Jean Vil- 619.746.3416 @PechangaCasino. the river which is a source of trash and school or college student or young profes- legas, Shella Ecdao, Rona Hauser, Zulema selected eateries. Space is limited! To sional can gain work experience in their field Hernandez, and Darrell de Guzman sediment entering the Tijuana River RSVP, or to submit questions to the can- while working for the organization which SDSU Student Volunteers: Becky Goss, Estuary in San Diego. The organization didates, email Vince Vasquez. Google can eventually help advance their career. If Kevin Dela Cruz, Sean Tangco will conduct trash cleanup and sedi- Map link: http://goo.gl/maps/yjgtW diligent, they can usually get a good recom- Fashion Show Entertainers: Jeannette, ment removal, re-vegetate the estuary mendation from the Director if they are Rima, Jomarie, Jasmine with native plants and incorporate a The 9th Annual San Diego Tet Fes- going to college/graduate school, applying If interested to volunteer, please call Dr. new wastewater reuse system to irrigate tival, Jan. 31-Feb. 2nd @ Mira Mesa for scholarship, or looking for a job. Often- Dirige at (619) 477-3392 and leave a mes- vegetation. Community Park (New Location!), 8575 times, after they have proven their worth, sage or send email to [email protected] or Tijuana Calidad de Vida: Air Emis- they can eventually be hired as staff of the visit our Website at www.filamwellness.org New Salem Street. Free. Hosted by the sions Inventory for Nogales, Sonora Vietnamese-American Youth Alliance company or recruited as board member of to fill out the volunteer form. Orientation Nogales, Sonora the organization. will be on January 31, Friday, from 5:00 to (VAYA). Celebrating the Vietnamese B. How can one be an effective volunteer? 7:00 PM at the FilAm Wellness Center, 1419 Grant Amount: $53,610 New Year celebration with fun, family- There are three ways that one can find East 8th St, National City, CA 91950. Please Tijuana Calidad de Vida, a non-profit friendly activities such as carnival rides purpose and fulfillment as a volunteer: RSVP if coming. organization, in partnership with air and games, authentic Vietnamese food, 1. Availability- One should be available at emissions experts and the University of lion dancing and firecrackers. Entertain- Sonora, will develop an air emissions in- ment program to include Miss Vietnam ventory for the city of Nogales, Sonora of San Diego pageant and a Cultural Get the best results for your CLASSIFIED AD with that will identify air emissions sources Village. For hours and more info, visit and quantify their emissions. www.sdtet.com. Vendors and Sponsors our 3-in-1 PRICE offer via online+digital+print Arizona State University: Mariposa needed; for more info, contact Sydney editions. Only from the Asian Journal Port of Entry Wait Time Emissions Tran at 858-603-1997 or vendor@sdtet. Study com. Phoenix, Arizona 619.474.0588 Grant Amount: $67,314 (Continued on page 7) Page 6 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com January 17-23, 2014 Perspectives

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Become a Specialist Apple, but soon to be available on all tions, meeting minutes, whiteboards and catalog of mobile threats, with intel- whenever they want. There are plenty of seasonal or and stick with it. platforms. Through social networking much more. ligence on over two billion risk-assessed Babiis is also a social gaming and part-time tax preparers. There are some portals, Ballerz makes playing a pick-up Glasses.com and rated URLs and 1,400,000 mobile learning platform, allowing baby to game with friends as easy as scheduling Developer’s Description: The glasses. applications, and is responsible for fi rst learn new words, read stories, play some an event. No more calling or driving com app is changing the way people detecting and resolving over 75 percent games like never before thanks to his Father & Son, USN around searching for friends that are browse, try and buy eyewear. of all new mobile threats. family’s involvement in his digital/on- use the CrowdFlik app when they are (Continued from page 1) already playing a game. With Ballerz With 3Dfi t technology, the glasses. NQ Mobile’s technology leverages line experience capturing video on their smart phone. you can simply upload your game com app allows users to virtually try on its proprietary mobile threat database, CrowdFlik Just open the app and start fi lming. After my fourth patrol I was due information via social networking sites thousands of brand-name frames, each which is the largest in the world, a pow- Developer’s Description: CrowdFlik is CrowdFlik’s proprietary technology for shore duty and with the help of and notify all your friends. Ballerz also sized to scale on a 3D model of their erful “cloud+client” architecture, and the revolutionary mobile video app that combines and synchronizes all video our friend from New London, LCDR fi nds games playing in your area via the face. Shoppers can compare frames with state-of-the-art virus detection software makes capturing, creating and sharing captured via the CrowdFlik app. Crowd- Painter, who was assigned to Washing- gps technology. When you are fi nished side-by-side images, select favorites, to provide users with the strongest mo- mobile video better than ever. CrowdF- Flik organizes the captured video based ton, D.C. at this time, I received assign- playing, our complex algorithm allows and share with family and friends via bile security on the market. lik is free and easy to use. Anyone can on event – using time and location – and ment to Naval Communication Station you to be rated, rate other players, and Facebook, Twitter or email. gives users the unprecedented ability Philippines. One of my duties as a to easily create custom edits of any Radioman while on patrol is I to help in event using the proprietary and intuitive the well-being of my shipmates. So to I gave it to a sick girl who is about to CrowdFlik ‘CreteFLIK’ function. Users do that, I published a local newspaper. die in the hospital (for the 1,387,258th can easily create multiple custom Fliks I would compile the daily news around At Large... time). Or to Prince Eeeekk, I get con- of any length and share, view or save the world and type it. I invited several fused. them. CrowdFlik gives users the ability writers aboard for their contributions I no longer have any money at all - to share and post their edits to their and I had guest writers including local by Miles Beauchamp, PhD but that will change once I receive the Facebook page, twitter, and other social cartoonists. One of my writers was Ris- $15,000 that Microsoft and AOL are media sites. tau, an Electricians Mate who was very sending me for participating in their DocuSign good at writing about the daily grinds special email program. Developer’s Description: Sign docu- in their work area. I also had a cartoon I no longer use prescription medicines ments and get signatures quickly and character I called Mr. Ohm, where I Miles is Assistant to the Dean and Assistant Professor in the because the Food and Drug Administra- Shirley Hufstedler School of Education at Alliant International easily from iPad or iPhone. A must- drew a face in the electronic symbol. tion is being paid off by evil drug manu- have app that will save you time and I had it in the newspaper every day. I University where he teaches new media and diverse writing courses. facturers who just want to keep the good He has been with the Asian Journal since the 1990’s. eliminate the need to print, fax or mail would pass out the newspapers while the medicines off the market so they can documents and forms for signature. crew was having breakfast. This small keep selling the old inferior kind. And you who have taken the time and trouble Safe, secure and legally binding, act made a big difference in the morale more then that, even the old inferior DocuSign empowers you to sign docu- of my shipmates. to send me “forwards” over the past kind is now made not the old fashioned 12 months. Thank you for making me ments and get signatures from anyone, I also personalized the family grams The best year ever way with pure chemicals, but with DNA anywhere, whether they happen to be that the crew received from their family. feel safe, secure, blessed, wealthy, and stolen from cadavers. sexier, look prettier or more handsome. thought of. standing right next to you or are halfway They could receive a total of three mes- Here are just some of the I no longer use over the counter around the globe. sages of not more than 15 words each But more than just their caring about Extra thanks for the ones that I have to medicines either. The name brand is the ways I’m making sure that individuals, they also want to end hun- open 15 times to get to the message. Cerego from their loved ones, and it was our re- same as the generic and it’s all made on Developer’s Description: Cerego sponsibility as Radioman, to receive and 2014 will be the perfect year ger, and spread wealth to everyone on Special thanks to whoever sent me old, non-sterile machinery to keep the the planet. They not only want to help the one about rat feces in the glue on is the best way to learn faster and distribute it. I made sure it was printed costs down. on very nice and colorful paper with a One of my New Years Resolutions for you, but they also want to help the entire envelopes ‘cause I now have to go get remember longer. Discover hundreds I used to use my computer a lot more picture of Diamond Head and palm trees 2014 is to be sure to thank all the many world! I get tears in my eyes just think- a wet towel every time I need to seal an of courses, build your own, and easily until I heard that Bill Gates is in league by the ocean. people I come into contact with every ing about it. Well no more! As of today envelope. (Continued on page 7) with the government and is putting Our teletype, the TT-299 miniature day and to also thank the ones who think I’m going to stop and thank those kind Also, I scrub the top of every can I secret codes in everything. Even the model manufactured in New Haven about me. Do you ever stop to actually souls who are so deserving of apprecia- open for the same reason. Because of music CD you buy has code buried deep which I maintained, was continuously take a breath and thank all those who tion. your concern, I no longer drink Coca within it that sends every bit of informa- running. We receive our signals through care about nothing more than making Cola because it can remove toilet stains. tion your computer contains back to a fl oating wire antenna that is attached your life better? My personal thank you I no longer drink Pepsi, or Dr Pepper, Microsoft. The government is going to to a reel that is housed inside the super- You know those people, they’re the since the people who make these prod- give them trillions of dollars to be the structure close to our sail. It remains ones who want to help you feel better, As another year is now a memory, my ucts are atheists who won’t put “Under offi cial record keeper for the entire US submerged and can receive signals even lose weight, drive a better car, feel heartfelt appreciation goes out to all of God” on their cans. population. if it is underwater. Our whole existence I no longer use Saran Wrap in the And iPods have it too, but they also microwave because it causes cancer. I depends on this wire as we are strictly feed you subliminal messages as you a receiving station. We are forbidden to ASIAN JOURNAL no longer check the coin return on pay listen to music you have downloaded. phones because I could be pricked with transmit unless it is a matter of extreme The fi rst Asian-Filipino weekly in Southern California Who, after all, is controlling the millions urgency. Every message we receive is An award-winning newspaper & San Diego’s most a needle infected with AIDS. of downloads????? I no longer use cancer-causing deodor- encoded; therefore it has to be decoded widely circulated Asian-Filipino newspaper! One last thing I’ve been warned to before it will make any sense. ants even though I smell like a water think about: which is the better water, buffalo on a hot day. The Navy Fleet Ballistic Missile Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Genevieve Silverio bottled or city? Aren’t both controlled program in the early 1960’s slowly sur- Publisher & Editor Managing Editor I no longer go to shopping malls by corporations and governments? It because someone might drug me with a passed the Air Force Strategic Air Com- Santi Silverio Miles Beauchamp doesn’t matter which you buy, none of mand as the number one deterrent force perfume sample and rob me. its pure. Now what are we supposed to Associate Publisher Associate Editor I no longer receive packages from, nor of the United States. Our ship alone drink? carried sixteen Polaris missiles capable Ashley Silverio send packages by, UPS or FedEx, since So you can see for my New Years they are actually Al Qaeda in disguise. of hitting targets thousands of miles Assistant Editor Resolution I have a lot of people to away. It was claimed that the Polaris I no longer answer the phone, because thank who sent me messages. And I someone will ask me to dial a number accuracy was so good that if your target In Pursuit of Excellence want to thank them so much for looking was home plate and the missile landed Eugenio “Ego” Osin, (1946 - 1994) for which I will get a phone bill with out for me that I will now return the calls to Jamaica, Uganda, Singapore, on fi rst base, something went wrong. All Joe Cabrera, (1924 - 1996) favor! our missiles were pre-set, meaning each Soledad Bautista, (1917-2009) and Uzbekistan. If you don’t send this column to at I no longer eat KFC, because their missile already knows where it is going. Dr. Rizalino “Riz” Oades, (1935-2009) least 144,000 people in the next seven All it has to know is where it is at pres- “chickens” are actually horrible mutant minutes, a large pigeon with a wicked freaks with no eyes or feathers. ent and this is constantly being fed into The Asian Journal is published weekly and distributed in all Fili- case of diarrhea will land on your head the system. If we ever receive a message pino & Asian communties in San Diego County. Print publication date I no longer have any sneakers -- but at 5:00 PM (Pacifi c Standard Time) ordering us to fi re our missiles, it had is every Friday of the month. Advertising deadline is Wednesday prior that will change once I receive my free this afternoon. I know this will occur to go through several hands but it is we to publication date at 5 p.m. For advertising rates, rate cards, or in- replacement pair from Nike. because it actually happened to a friend formation, call (619) 474-0588. Subscription by mail is available for I no longer have to buy expensive Radioman who would get it fi rst. We of mine’s next door neighbor’s ex-moth- had forty missile submarines and half $50 per year (56 issues). The Asian Journal is not responsible for unso- cookies from Neiman Marcus, since I er-in-law’s second husband’s cousin’s licited manuscripts and photographs but welcomes submissions. Entire now have their recipe. I no longer worry were always in their designated patrol beautician. area. I am so glad we never received a content is © 2012 copyrighted material by Asian Journal. Materials about my soul, because at last count I The vast majority this column came in this publication may not be reproduced without specifi c permission original source, it’d probably be a message to launch. have 363,214 angels looking out for me. from an e-mail from one of the best bunch of sixteen year old kids in their from the publisher. Thanks to you, I have learned that (To be continued) people on the planet, Jean Jenkins who computer labs at school). Jean can (To order a copy of this book, send God only answers my prayers if I for- received it from someone else (here’s forward stuff to me anytime she wants ward an e-mail to seven of my friends email message to: asianjournal@aol. a thought: if we were to trace all the ‘cause she’s cool and has a wicked sense com) and make a wish within fi ve minutes. weird e-mail messages back to their of humor. I no longer have any savings, because January 17-23, 2014 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 7 Immigration 911

by Atty. Susan V. Perez

Read Atty. Susan Perez’s previous articles by visiting our website at www.asianjournalusa.com Successful I-601 Waiver of Grounds Of Inadmissibility

IMMIGRATION 911 by Atty. Susan which he was petitioned. Remember V. Perez that he was petitioned by his mother as an unmarried son of a legal permanent Edgar’s mother, Amada, immigrated resident. His marriage before the visa to the United States in the late 80s. As was issued revoked the I-130 petition. soon as she became a legal permanent Amanda was devastated, but did not resident, she filed I-130 petitions for her lose hope. After all, there is hope. Un- children. While these petitions were der section 212(i)(1) of the INA, the At- pending, Edgar got his girlfriend preg- torney General may waive the misrepre- nant and married her in a secret civil sentation committed by Edgar provided ceremony. Edgar parents and siblings he can establish to the satisfaction of did not know about the marriage. Ten the Attorney General that Amanda, his years later, Edgar’s most awaited letter U.S. citizen mother, will suffer extreme from the U.S. embassy arrived. The let- hardship if Edgar is not allowed to ter stated that he was eligible for a visa immigrate to the United States. The and that he had to appear in person for application for waiver is filed through interview. At that time, he and his wife Form I-601. were already separated but the marriage When my client came to my office to was never annulled. They had one child ask for assistance in filing the waiver, together. At the interview Edgar did not I thought his case was weak. I told disclose his marriage and child. When him that I will work on the evidence the U.S. embassy checked on his marital available the best I can. I asked him for status with the National Statistics Office certain documents, which he was able to (NSO), Edgar’s marriage surfaced. For produce. Amanda is now 90 years old this reason, Edgar’s visa application was and living with one her daughters. She denied for misrepresentation. cannot travel to the Philippines because Amanda became a U.S. citizen and of her fragile health. She was attend- filed another I-130 petition for Edgar. ing therapy for depression and taking This time she filed the petition on behalf anti-depressant. Her depression was of a married son. Under this category, triggered by the denial of Edgar’s visa Edgar had to wait for twenty (20) years. application. I was able to establish very Two years flew by and he received a well that Amanda was suffering extreme letter from the U.S. embassy asking emotional hardship. Establishing the him to appear for interview for his visa other aspects of extreme hardship such application. To his dismay, his visa as financial and physical was a big chal- application was denied based on the lenge for me. However, me and my cli- misrepresentation he committed during ent was able to overcome this challenge. his first interview more than 20 years The success of every case is the ago. The denial was based on Immigra- result of a good partnership between tion and Nationality Act (INA) section the lawyer and client. The lawyer can 212(C)(i) which states that “Any alien only present evidence the client had who, by fraud or willfully misrepresent- provided. Lawyers don’t and shouldn’t ing a material fact, seeks to procure (or manufacture evidence. A successful has sought to procure or has procured) a I-601 waiver case requires not only visa, other documentation, or admission credible, well organized, and presented into the United States or other benefit evidence; but also persuasive argument. provided under this Act is inadmis- This is where the lawyer’s good writing sible”. Edgar was inadmissible because skills will come into play. The ability of he misrepresented his status when he the lawyer to make convincing argument applied for an immigrant visa under the based on the evidence presented will first I-130 petition. The misrepresenta- make the case. Adjudicators are not tin tion was material because his marriage men, they have hearts. After my case made him ineligible for the visa under gets approved, I go back to the file and read my brief one last time. It always amazed me how well I painted the story of my case. I believe I appealed to the There are over 30 known adverse health adjudicators’ sense of compassion, The bitter truth effects associated with its consumption! which led to the approval of my cases. This sweetener gained FDA approval in We welcome your feedback. If you (Continued from page 4) 1981, despite appalling evidence linking have any immigration questions, please it to cancer, particularly, brain cancer. Splenda. So, what is sucralose, chemi- feel welcome to email me at susan@ law-usimmigration.com or call 619 cally speaking? So, if Splenda is not a viable alterna- Like "Splenda," the term "sucralose" 819 -8648 to arrange for a telephone tive to sugar, what can we use instead? consultation. is a cute little marketing ploy. The true When one uncouples the experience name of this ugly little chemical is of "sweetness" from caloric content, actually too long for the human tongue the body becomes confused because to comfortably pronounce (which is usu- Zagat it does not receive nourishment and (Continued from page 1) ally an excellent indication that it is not therefore will not attain satiety – this, in safe to ingest!) Go ahead and see if you turn, leads to overindulgence. Indeed, (stir-fried noodles) and balut can wrap your vocal chords around this new studies have shown exactly this: (fertilized duck eggs). phonetic monstrosity: those who consume synthetic sweeten- Chef, TV personality and food writer 1,6-dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-BETA-D- ers are more prone to obesity. What this Andrew Zimmern recently included Fili- fructofuranosyl-4-chloro-4-deoxy-alpha- means is that when we ingest something pino cuisine in his list of Top 10 food D-galactopyranoside sweet, it should also have caloric and trends for 2013 in the US. nutritional content. Anything less than - See more at: http://www.goodnews- Despite the intended insinuation, this equation is a recipe for failure and pilipinas.co/zagat-restaurant-guide- sucralose is not a form of sucrose (cane ill health. lists-must-try-pinoy-dishes/#sthash. sugar). Sucralose/Splenda is produced Thankfully Nature provides us with a HZUIp2UW.dpuf through artificially substituting three veritable cornucopia of healthy sweeten- hydroxyl groups (hydrogen + oxygen) ers: honey, stevia, xylitol, erythritol, with three chlorine atoms in the sugar and dehydrated organic cane juice, all The winning mo- (sucrose) molecule. Natural sugar is of which are available at your local a hydrocarbon built around 12 carbon health food store. Next time that sweet atoms. When transformed into Splenda bile apps at CES tooth calls, remember not to succumb to (Continued from page 6) it becomes a chlorocarbon, in the same advertising hype which would convert family as deadly pesticides like DDT, poisonous chemicals into "magical" no- improve memory performance as you insecticides, biocides, disinfectants like calorie sweeteners. Use both common learn, all 100% free. 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Make your many cases, it guarantees the exact reservation early at www.apacsd.org. opposite. Take aspartame for instance. For more information please contact Dr. Aspartame (Equal/NutraSweet) contains Aurora Cudal, Gala Co-Chair at aurora. 10% methanol, which is broken down in [email protected] or 619-407-4025 or our body into two extremely toxic sub- Patrick Roche, Gala Co-Chair at patrick- stances: formaldehyde and formic acid. [email protected] or 619-347-2398. Page 8 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com January 17-23, 2014 Spiritual Life Lower Your False Statements Attributed to Pope Francis Balintataw Posted by News.vaticano Nets by Virginia H. Ferrer by Msgr. Fernando G. Gutierrez Dear friends, we have been notifi ed Read Monsignor’s previous articles by visit- by many readers that there are stories Read Virginia Ferrer’s previous articles by visiting our web- www.asianjournalusa.com currently circulating all over the Internet www.asianjournalusa.com ing our website at spreading statements by Pope Francis site at with regard to a number of issues, con- 2nd Sun. in Ord. Time: Jan. 19, 2014 cerning the Bible's content, the relations between religions, the renewal of the Ang Buhay Nga naman (4) Church's doctrine, and even the calling Wanted: A Servant (Katulong/ of an alleged "Third Vatican Council", which are FALSE. These statements At sa mga apatnapung taon naman na susunod were spread by unknown sources. ay kinakailangan nating sa araw ay kumayod Alipin). Therefore, we would like to alert all readers to be careful and not to trust too magtrabaho ng husto at ang pamilya’y itaguyod Joke of the week: An interested soon news about the Pope that are not citizen was visiting a mental health from the Vatican. hanggang sa mapag-aral ang mga anak na nilulugod. hospital. He stopped in one room There are also many unidentifi ed trolls where a fellow was sitting on a chair on social networks that try to put false with his head in his hands, moaning. information in circulation, taking advan- Sa sampung taong susunod ay halos magpakamatay “What is the matter with him?” asked tage of the fact that it is easy to "throw sa pag-aalaga mga apong pinakamamahal the visitor. “Oh,” said the attendant, he the stone and hide the hand". was courting a girl named Lulu and she Many are also not aware that ALL patawa dito, patawa duon, patawang walang humpay turned him down.” A little later, the FACEBOOK PROFILES OF POPE visitor stopped in another room where FRANCIS /JORGE MARIA BERGO- maaliw lamang yaring mga taong mahal sa buhay. another patient sat moaning. “What’s GLIO ARE NOT OFFICIAL PAGES the trouble?” asked the visitor. “Well,” AND THEY HAVE NOT BEEN explained the attendant, “he married AUTHORIZED TO OFFICIALLY REP- At kung may natitira pang mga sampung taon mandin Lulu.” RESENT THE POPE, THEREFORE THEY SHOULD CLEARLY STATE ito’y ilalagi sa pinto ng mga bahay natin Scripture: First Reading: Isaiah 49: THEY ARE JUST 'FAN PAGES'. parang asong sumisigaw sa masasamang salarin 3, 5-6. Isaiah uses dramatic imagery to We encourage all readers to check the describe the nature of God’s call. First, offi cial Vatican media sources for fur- na may nais manghimasok sa tahanan nating giliw. God’s servant was predestined “before ther confi rmation of Pope Francis' state- I (the servant) was born, while I was ments, or even to check what exactly he day in your life. still in my mother’s womb.” Second, the normally applied to one who is render- said with reference to specifi c issues. istituzioni/sala-stampa-santa-sede.html 3. What are some things that you nature of the servant’s mission is univer- ing service and performing menial and IF THE STATEMENTS ATTRIBUT- - Centro Televisivo Vaticano (Vatican Flip Your cannot go through a single day without sal. “I (God) will give you as light to the dirty works for wages. In describing his ED TO THE POPE BY ANY MEDIA Television Center): www.ctv.va doing? – Do not neglect the little things nations that my salvation may reach to mission as that of serving rather than of AGENCY DO NOT APPEAR IN THE or www.vatican.va/news_services/ Script- How to in your story, like a coffee in the morn- the end of the earth.” Second Reading: being served, Jesus invites his followers OFFICIAL MEDIA SOURCES OF television/ ing as you watch the sun rise. 1 Corinthians 1: 1-3. Paul reminds the to do the same: to be of service to one THE VATICAN, IT MEANS THAT - Vatican.va: the offi cial website of 4. What do you often get compliment- Corinthians that while they remain as another. THE INFORMATION THEY REPORT Write a Better the Holy See, where you can fi nd the ed on? -Build on your strengths. local church, yet they stand in solidarity How did Jesus accomplish his mis- IS NOT TRUE. full text of all speeches, homilies and 5. What is something that causes you with all those who call on the name of sion as servant or Lamb of God? First, Below is a list of the offi cial Vatican Apostolic documents by the Pope: www. Life Story to mourn over? Poverty? Injustice? the Lord Jesus. Being together as a local he did so in complete humble obedience media which you should use as valid vatican.va Environmental issues? – This is what church, the Corinthian church manifests to his Father’s will, even to the point of reference to be sure that any reported Reprinted from PicktheBrain.com - PopeApp: the offi cial app for smart- will drive you. itself also as the universal church. The dying a criminal’s death on the cross, statement referred to the Pope is true: Whether we recognize it or not, our phones dedicated to the Pope (Copyright As you get started writing out your parts cannot exist without the whole or like a meek lamb who was led to be - News.va: a news aggregator portal, lives are driven by a story; it follows News.va) new life story, here are 5 crucial keys: the whole without the parts. Gospel: slaughtered. Second, he gave his very it reports the news and information from a script that we have either written for - @Pontifex: the offi cial Twitter pro- 1. Think of some of the obstacles you John 1: 29-34. The prologue to the best in serving. He did not redeem us all the Vatican media in one website, ourselves or we have had written for us fi le of the Pope. may face on your journey to becom- Gospel of John and today’s account of from slavery to sin by a mighty power available in fi ve languages: www.news. by others. What does that script look The only offi cial facebook profi les ing this new you, it may be friends the baptism of Jesus identify John the that pulls us out of this world; rather he va like for yourself? You may be the vil- representing the Holy Father and the and family that discourage you from Baptist as one who had been sent on became a servant who was beset with News.va also has a facebook page: lain, the victim, the side-kick, or worse, Vatican are those from News.va and stepping out, it may be fi nancial fears, it a specifi c mission: to prepare the way weakness. Ironically, in his powerless- www.facebook.com/news.va just an scene extra- lost in the crowd. the Vatican media (see the above list of may be the fear of judgement, it may be for the Messiah “that he might be made ness he became exalted and powerful. - L'Osservatore Romano (newspa- That needs to stop. You are the protago- Vatican media). personal doubts. Now you MUST write known in Israel.” Thirdly, Jesus as Lamb of God and per): www.osservatoreromano.va nist. You were meant to play the leading We would like to thank you all for a script that sees you overcoming these servant wishes the best for all: redemp- - Vatican Radio: www.radiovaticana. role. If you are not the hero in your own your kind attention as well as for your obstacles. Write yourself as the victor Refl ections: Joachim Jeremiah, a Bib- tion. Unmindful of his own needs, he va life story, than that needs to change. notifi cations and suggestions. Please over any, and all things that may stand lical scholar, believed that the original surrendered himself for the salvation - VIS (Vatican Information Service): Words are incredibly powerful. There do share this information as much as in your way. word for “lamb” in Aramaic is “talyã” of all. www.vis.va are many of us who grew up being told possible with your contacts! Thank you 2. Believe it wholeheartedly in your which is also the word for “slave/ser- In inviting us to be a servant like - Holy See Press Offi ce: www.vatic- that we were dumb, stupid, and would very much! mind. Have absolute confi dence that vant.” him, Jesus wants us to humbly obey the anstate.va/content/vaticanstate/en/altre- never succeed. Others were never told If that is the case, then when John the Father’s will, to give our very best in that they were loved, that their lives what you have written out will come to Baptist identifi ed Jesus as the Lamb of serving, and to aim at giving the very meant something. Never told that they pass. You will be blown away at how God, he had in mind Isaiah’s “servant” best for those we serve. Perhaps, the were gifted and had a incredible purpose things will fall into place. of the fi rst reading. only “bisyo” a Christian should have is to fulfi ll in this life. These words, or 3. Reach out to people in the specifi c Since the beginning of their history, “ser-bisyo” (Literally, the vice a Chris- lack of words, have left deep wounds fi eld that may help you on your journey, Christians have taken certain word, tian should have is ser-vice.) in many of us. They have unfortunately it is incredible how willing people are to phrases, and ideas from secular and formed for us a life story that we have help you. Fear will hold you back, but pagan sources, reinterpreted them in Quotation of the week: “He, who been bound to. The incredible thing your courage and faith will push you the light of divine revelation through would fully and feelingly understand about the human spirit and the human forward. Break down and push through the person and message of Jesus Christ, the words of Christ, must study to make mind lies in its ability to transform and your comfort zone. and incorporated them in their beliefs his whole life conformable to that of transcend adversity- whether physical, 4. Share your new story with friends and practices. One word that came into Christ.” Thomas à Kempis. emotional, or psychological. Not only and the people most dear to you. Make Christian usage is service, from the are we able to transcend and overcome sure they are people that you know will Greek word diakonia, a derivative from our past, we have the ability to write our build you up and not tear you down. the verb, diakoneo, to be an attendant, future. Indeed, it was the great Abra- Create accountability and a support to wait upon, to serve or to provide. ham Lincoln who makes the profound system. This will be a game changer for Building safe statement, “The best way to predict your times when you are down and may go However, for the ancient Greeks’ ruling (Continued from page 1) not serving is man’s goal, because man future is to create it.” through rough patches. 5. Put a date on it. Set yourself specif- exists for the perfect development of his Roxas City, Coron, Palawan and North- Every great invention began in the ic time frames for when you will start to own personality. Serving for the Greeks ern Cebu in building disaster-resilient mind before it became manifested see these incredible changes. Break up is unbecoming of a person, unless it is multipurpose centers, which can be used physically. So too our new life story your story into chapters, celebrate every rendered to the state. “How can a man as evacuation centers during natural must begin in the mind. You must delete victory and every stage of the journey. be happy when he has to serve some- disasters. the script that has up to this point det- Write down today’s date as you think one?” sums up the Greek attitude toward He said emergency architects from rimentally directed your life and write through all these questions and begin to service. This mentality is so true for France helped the citizens in Roxas City yourself a new script; a new story. The create an incredible script for your life. some Filipinos. The word, servant or rebuild some of the damaged schools wise Buddha beautifully explains that, Say to yourself, today is the day I start slave, carries a pejorative meaning. In and houses. “We are shaped by our thoughts; we living as the amazing, incredible person the Philippine context the word servant, The group said families, particularly become what we think. When the mind that God has created me to be! alipin/alila or its synonym, katulong is those living in hazard-prone areas, is pure, joy follows like a shadow that Thai Nguyen has been a successful would still seek refuge in evacuation never leaves.” Make today the day that Chef in Brisbane and Texas; An elite centers when their houses are damaged you decide to write yourself the incred- Athlete that has competed Internation- by disasters. ible story that you were created to live! ally in Thailand, Canada, Singapore, They also pushed for stricter imple- Answering these 5 questions will help Fiji, and Australia in Muay Thai, Box- From Unceas- mentation of the land use plan to ensure get you started: ing, and Rugby. He now uses his unique that people will not build houses in 1. If money was no barrier, what life experiences to inspire others to live ing Thinking hazard-prone areas. would you you spend your vacation time their dreams. Be sure to check out his “The areas deemed safe become doing? -Incorporate this passion into the site www.wantrepreneurjourney.com for unsafe because of illegal logging, we new you. to Unceasing some great content to start putting your should update our land use plan,” Recio 2. If you were guaranteed to succeed, dreams into reality! -- Read more at said. what career path would you pursue? http://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/write- Prayer An offi cial of the Department of -Build a living around doing what you love and you will never ‘work’ a single better-life-story/#OtgMpiQF6b3jYey1.99 Our minds are always active. We Public Works and Highways (DPWH), analyze, refl ect, daydream, or dream. however, said the continuous rains over e need everyone's help! YOU and your There is not a moment during the day the region are hampering the ongoing or night when we are not thinking. You construction of bunkhouses intended family and friends! Help us bring con- might say our thinking is "unceasing." for victims of Typhoon Yolanda. – With Sometimes we wish that we could stop Evelyn Macairan crete hope to our fellowmen in their thinking for a while; that would save us W moment of greatest need. from many worries, guilt feelings, and fears. Our ability to think is our greatest Are you missing a print edi- Let us together help the survivors of Typhoon gift, but it is also the source of our great- tion of the Asian Journal? Yolanda live. They are the reason why we should est pain. Do we have to become victims not tire to send help. The impact area is very wide of our unceasing thoughts? No, we can Read the digital edition at convert our unceasing thinking into and the devastation is consistent. But the scale of unceasing prayer by making our inner www.asianjournalusa.com/digital the problem is nothing compared to the overfl ow monologue into a continuing dialogue with our God, who is the source of all of generosity and heroism, as friends and partners love. ROOM FOR RENT. from around the world rally together in bayanihan Let's break out of our isolation and to help the Filipinos rise again. realize that Someone who dwells in the center of our beings wants to listen with Quiet Neighborhood Together, let's raise resources for relief, re- love to all that occupies and preoccupies habilitation and reconstruction. Take part, give and our minds. in National City. share: http://www.gk1world.com/typhoon-yolan- Daily Meditation. January 14, 2014. da Text excerpts taken from Bread for the No smoking. #YolandaPH #WalangIwanan Journey, by Henri J.M. Nouwen, ©1997 HarperSanFrancisco. All Scripture from The Jerusalem Bible ©1966, 1967, and No drugs. -- Gawad Kalinga 1968 Darton, Longman & Todd and Doubleday & Co. Inc. 619.746.3416 January 17-23, 2014 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 9 Trends Robots Lab. VOYCE i4C Innovations’ revolution- ary new service, VOYCE, allows pet Flat Stanley Now Helping Kids Stay Safe Online parents to understand their dogs like Dr. Phyllis Schneck, Deputy Under Tech IT never before. Secretary for Cybersecurity, National from My Barber Protection and Programs Directorate | The eventual winner was Kevo by DHS.gov by Benjamin Maynigo Kwikset, which was voted upon by the The Department of Homeland Secu- audience attending through applause. rity’s (DHS) Stop.Think.Connect. cam- In addition to the Last Gadget Stand- paign is joining the Flat Stanley Project ing award, Kwikset Kevo also won an to help kids learn about the importance Innovations Award, the This Old House of cybersecurity. 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I’m no musician, but I is the latest innovation by WowWee in the products. like the way this looks. association with UCSD’s (University of Canary is a home security device California at San Diego) Coordinated Page 10 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com January 17-23, 2014 Lifestyle For New Generation of American Expats, East Asia Beckons From squatter to millionaire: A Andrew Lam, New America Media | in the number of students and recent SAN FRANCISCO, 1/7/2014 -- After graduates seeking to work abroad and businessman’s success story losing a lucrative job in 2001 in San U.S. companies overseas continue to Francisco, Ted decided, instead of mov- grow. ing home, to live in Hong Kong, where If restlessness is a human impulse, he fell in love. Americans in particular have made it “I come home, but not frequently,” a national trait. It follows then that a said the 34 year old, who hails from country built on the proposition of ex- Minnesota. “My life is here now.” (Ted panding territory and transcending his- didn’t want his last name to be used tory requires a trans-Pacific imagination because of privacy concerns.) if the new generation is to have room to Like millions of other Americans, Ted, reinvent itself. who also found a new career working in The future? I have seen it, but it be- the high-tech end of the film industry, longs not to the old politicians cashing fled America and reinvented himself in on anti-immigrant hysteria, nor to the overseas. And nowhere is the expat cranky intellectuals insisting America invasion more evident than in East and should look back to its European roots. Southeast Asia. In Hong Kong alone the Instead, the future belongs to the young number of American expats is estimated American executive who sings Japanese to be 60,000 in 2009, though many say songs in a karaoke bar in Tokyo "very that number is much higher. well and without an accent," accord- That is almost the number of expats ing to his Japanese counterpart; to the living in mainland China, which is On the other hand, having traveled couldn’t make films in the United States Cantonese-speaking American who somewhere around 72,000, according to to East Asia regularly over the last are now making waves in Vietnam with negotiates across the continents as easily the Chinese census. Kathy Pauli is one two decades, I have been struck by the their directorial debuts. An average as she straddles two dissimilar cultures; of them. She and her husband, both law- diaspora of America's young. Some film in Vietnam is made for less than to the Vietnamese American business- yers, decided to move from Washington, years ago, one young businesswoman $500,000 (USD). woman who could have told us that D.C. to Shanghai 10 years ago. told me in Thailand: "No one says From Dustin Nguyen (21 Jump Street) home for her, for a while now, consists “We struggled at the beginning,” she the American dream has to be within to Johnny Tri Nguyen (Once upon a of two addresses, two time zones, two said. “Everything was difficult. Even America's borders.” In the age of global- Time in Vietnam), the Vietnamese languages, two senses of history. opening an account at the bank was a ization, she goes where the opportunities film and TV industry got a boost from When he was growing up in Minne- Arthur Tugade big struggle.” beckon. its expat population. “Viet Kieu are sota, Ted knew nothing about "the Ori- Americans, of course, have ventured now involved with at least half of the Since then Shanghai has become ent," he said. “I didn’t even know any ABS CBN News | MANILA, from holding operations in a small fac- in waves to the Orient many times be- commercial films made in Vietnam -- a home, and the couple have found work Asians.” By pure chance, after the dot. 11/29/2013 – If poverty had the power tory to being the first and only formal fore, usually bent on some form of con- stunning development considering that as attorneys dealing with international com bust, he was offered a software job to curb aspirations, Arthur Tugade consolidator in the country. version. By contrast, the new generation not long ago those who returned faced law. in Taipei. Then he found love in Hong wouldn’t be the successful man he is The business makes P7 million a ventures abroad with a surprising sense deep suspicion from the Communist Indeed, in my various travels, I have Kong. “I can travel the whole continent today. month. of humility and open-mindedness, eager government as well as opposition from met countless Americans of all ages who from here,” he boasts as he looked out Tugade, the founder of the Perry’s Tugade said aside from hard work, to rid themselves of America's "parochi- staunch anti-Communists in San Jose have made lives outside of America, to the Hong Kong harbor. “I’d discover Group of Companies, started his climb maintaining a good reputation has made alism," bent on reinventing themselves and Orange County,” according to the far from home. I know a Vietnamese- a new country, a new city every few to success with a dream, and it is this the business successful. through immersion in local cultures. In San Jose Mercury News. American woman who left America for months.” dream that gave him the strength to “Sa negosyong ganito, kailangan the process they are ultimately redefin- East Asia beckons. And young and Vietnam when George W. Bush became A more humble Columbus, Ted is persevere despite not being born out of a panindigan mo ‘yung pagka-honest mo. ing the American frontier. now not so young Americans are re- president and promised not to come finally imagining the two hemispheres rich family. Sabi nga nila, huwag ka mang-corrupt American immigrants too are dis- sponding (along with Australians, Brit- back until he was out of office. I know as one. “Naranasan kong maging squatter sa kasi sa ganitong negosyo, ‘yung tempta- covering that the new frontier lies in ish and countless other Europeans). another who had lived in Arizona most Andrew Lam is editor at New America Tatalon, Quezon City. Ito ay isang lugar tion na mang-corrupt ay nandodoon,” the lands their parents abandoned. In Ironically, emigration out of the of his life, but who retired to Phuket, Media and the author of "Perfume na para ikaw ay makapaligo, kailangan he said. Hong Kong, Asian American actors tell United States remains a little noted Thailand. Dreams: Reflections on the Vietnamese pumila ka, umigib ka, kasama na doon From logistics, Tugade’s firm me they have found more work than phenomenon -- no federal agency has a As an immigrant to America, however, Diaspora," "East Eats West: Writing in ang inumin namin pangaraw-araw,” branched out into farming, fuel distribu- Hollywood ever offered. In Saigon and mandate to count emigrants. The State I feel an impulse to defend the sacred Two Hemispheres," and "Birds of Para- Tugade shared on ABS-CBN’s “My tion, trucking, travel and fashion. Hanoi, a parade of young, well-educated Department estimates 3 million U.S. myth I tell myself: that one goes to dise Lost," a collection of short stories Puhunan.” Currently, Perry’s Group of Com- Vietnamese Americans, who once saw citizens now live abroad, but most ex- America to reinvent oneself, not vice about Vietnamese refugees on America's Strapped for cash, Tugade had to panies owns 18 gas stations, a travel themselves as history's losers, now feel pats believe the actual number is much versa, that opportunities remain abun- West Coast, which won the Pen/Jose- maintain his scholarship which allowed agency, and a clothing line. they are riding a new historical wave. higher. Work exchange and education dant in the promised land. phine Miles Literary award. him to finish law school in San Beda. Despite his success, Tugade said he Vietnamese American filmmakers who abroad programs report a steep rise When he started to earn money for still has one item on his checklist: to himself, Tugade knew his path to suc- own an airline. cess has begun. But Tugade admits, he “There must always be a dream, as Peso weakens to 45 to a dollar did not do it alone. there must always be hope,” Tugade by Paolo Montecillo | Inquirer.com, ate the pace of tapering its bond-buying “Nakatakas ako sa buhay na ‘yan sa said. 1/16/2014 -- The peso fell to a fresh program to allow interest rates to rise tulong ng Diyos at sa tulong ng mga tao, Tugade, who was appointed president multiyear low on Wednesday follow- from their record lows. at sa sipag at tiyaga,” he said. and chief executive officer of Clark ing the release of data that showed an The dollar’s strength also came after Tugade co-founded the Transnational Development Corp. (CDC) this year, has improvement in retail sales in the United the release of a World Bank report that Group of Companies, and left the com- passed the torch to his four children. States, sending the greenback rallying. showed global economic growth ac- pany at the age of 59 to start his own One of his children, Marc Perry, The country’s top monetary official, celerating for the first time since 2008, forwarding business. passed away when he was 12 years old. however, downplayed the peso’s weak- driven mainly by improving conditions The founder of Perry’s Group of Com- The company was named after him. ness, noting that volatility in financial in advanced economies. panies, Arthur Tugade. Photo from My “Ang pagkita ng pera hindi pang- markets should be expected due to “The movement of the peso is being Puhunan Facebook page madalian, tagaktak ng pawis ‘yan. uncertainties over the US Federal Re- influenced by a lot of factors. These “Nagsimula ako ng maliit na nego- Paminsan-minsan, dadalang ang pagpa- serve’s policy direction. would include the uncertainty about syo, ‘yung forwarding. Ang tao namin tak, minsan madami. Pero dapat pawisan The local currency closed at 45-to-$1 the speed and the duration of the Fed nagsimula sa pito. ‘Yung pito, kasama ka. Kung gusto mong mag-negosyo, on Wednesday from 44.815:$1 the day tapering,” Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas na doon ang pamilya ko,” he said. kailangan committed ka na doon na before. This was the weakest close since (BSP) Governor Amando M. Tetangco His forwarding business has grown ikaw ay papawisan, ikaw ay kakalyuhin, Sept. 1, 2010—the last time the cur- Jr. said in an interview on Wednesday. ikaw ay mahihirapan,” he said. rency was at the 45:$1 level. “And then you also have still-remaining The peso opened weaker at 44.85 to questions about the ability of Europe to $1, which was its strongest level for the achieve economic growth and continue to review their portfolios and see if they to a dollar this year, implying that the He added that stable consumer prices day. The currency closed at its intraday with the financial sector reforms that have to also, from their point of view, currency should strengthen from its cur- and above-trend economic growth PHL economic low. Trading volume increased to $912.9 they have started to implement.” rebalance their portfolios,” Tetangco rent level later in the year. would also help protect the economy said. Tetangco stressed that the Philippines’ from external shocks. million from $771.10 million. He said the “rebalancing” of the (Continued from page 1) US retail sales rose by a stronger- global economy due to better conditions The inter-agency Development Bud- macroeconomic fundamentals remained “If you look at the region, our cur- than-expected 0.2 percent last month, in advanced markets like the United get Coordination Committee (DBCC), sound, citing the country’s robust rency has not depreciated the most or economic access. government data released on Wednesday States has also prompted fund managers which sets the government’s official balance-of-payments surplus and ample appreciated the most. In terms of volatil- It noted a high degree of economic showed. This bolstered the expectation to re-evaluate their portfolios. macroeconomic assumptions, expects reserves—both supported by remittances ity, we are also in the middle,” he said. resilience. "The Philippine economy that the Fed would maintain or acceler- “The impact on investors is for them the peso to average between 41 and 43 from overseas Filipino workers. has recorded average annual growth of around 5 percent over the past five years," the country profile read. The Philippine government also pur- sued reforms improving the overall busi- ness environment, but the foundation cited it still needs to address institutional challenges. "Although the perceived level of corruption has declined, more effective anti-corruption measures need to be firmly institutionalized," the foundation said. Hong Kong, which scored 90.1 points, topped the rankings. Singapore with 89.4 points ranked second, and Australia with 82.0 points ranked third. Switzerland and New Zealand round- ed out the top five, scoring 81.6 points and 81.2 points, respectively. North Korea was at the bottom with 1 point. Cuba ranked 177th with 28.7 points, Zimbabwe was 176th with 35.5 points. Venezuela scored 36.3 to rank 175th, while Eritrea ranked 174th with 38.5 points. Heritage described economically free societies as places where governments allow "labor, capital and goods to move freely, and refrain from coercion or constraint of liberty beyond the extent necessary to protect and maintain liberty itself." The Index covers 10 freedoms – from property rights to entrepreneurship, and has been measured by Heritage for 20 years now. – Siegfrid Alegado/VS, GMA

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THE VICTOR. Rose Fostanes (cen- ter) cries while being congratulated by by Dennis Gasgonia, ABS CBN News her fellow X Factor Israel contestants, | MANILA, 1/17/2014 – Azkals player after winning the reality show's first Phil Younghusband said all he wishes GMA News | MANILA, 1/9/2014 season, 14 Jan 2014. To Fostanes' left for his ex-girlfriend Angel Locsin is her -- Mas magniningning ang telebisyon is her sister. Image courtesy of Reshet sa mga bagong pasabog na programa ng happiness. TV/X Factor Israel page on Facebook The Filipino-British footballer admit- Kapuso Network ngayong 2014. Sa ulat ni Lhar Santiago sa "Chika ted that his feelings remain deep for MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) the Kapamilya actress, with whom he Minute" ng GMA news 24 Oras nitong Miyerkules, kabilang sa mga aabangang – She came to Israel several years ago A Grevy's zebra foal carefully ex- graze for many hours each nization in Kenya, and its recently parted ways. to work as a caregiver. Now, Rose plored his habitat at the San Diego Zoo day, using their strong researchers are working “For me there's no rules with love, if teledrama sa primetime block ang "Car- mela," ang suspense series na "Rhodora Fostanes is a bona fide reality TV star Safari Park this morning with his mother front teeth to clip off the with other conservation you love someone that's just what you in her host country Israel, after she was staying close behind. The foal, named tips of the grass. Their groups to help preserve care and that's what the heart wants,” X," at tele-fantasyang "Kambal Sirena." Ang "Carmela" ay pagbibidahan ng declared the winner of the "X Factor Is- Tanu, was born on January 3 and is the back teeth then crush and the population. San Di- said the 26-year-old during his appear- rael" Tuesday, January 14 (Wednesday, fifth baby for mother Bakavu. grind the food. Spending ego Zoo Global has had ance at the launching of Circuit Makati. Kapuso primetime queen na si Marian Rivera, kasama si Alden Richards. Ha- January 15 in Manila). so much time chewing 140 Grevy's zebra births Younghusband said despite their "Thank you for giving me the chance Bakavu is very protective of her off- wears the teeth down, so at its two facilities. break-up, he remains friends with bang pangungunahan naman nina Jen- nylyn Mercado, Mark Herras, Yasmien to be in the 'X Factor Israel,'" the 47- spring and keeps her baby near her side those teeth keep growing Locsin. year-old overseas Filipino worker turned at all times. Keepers say that it is natural throughout their life. Bringing species back He even said will be watching the Kurdi at Mark Anthony Fernandez ang "Rhodora X." singing sensation said. She was part of for a mother zebra to be so protective from the brink of extinction is actress' latest teleserye, “Legal Wife.” the show's "Over 25s" category. over her foal. The two run and interact Guests visiting the Safari the mission of San Diego Zoo “I'm okay, friends pa rin kami ni An- Sinasabing pinakamalaking hamon naman sa career ni Louise delos Reyes Placing second was Eden Ben Zaken with other members of the Grevy's zebra Park can see mother and Global. As a leader in gel. I wish the best for her, she has the (Girls category), and third was Ori herd at the Safari Park, but Bakavu baby zebra, as well as conservation, the work ‘Legal Wife’ coming out so I wish her ang "Kambal Sirena," kasama niya si Aljur Abrenica. Shakiv (Boys category). always keeps a barrier between her baby the rest of the Grevy's of San Diego Zoo the best for that… I'll be watching,” said She has been one of the favorites to and the other zebras. zebra herd, from the Global includes onsite Younghusband. May bagong handog din ang GMA sa Dramarama sa Hapon block na "In- win the reality show's first season, with Tanu can tell his mother apart from Africa Tramride. The wildlife conservation Younghusband said he keeps himself performances regularly lauded by the other zebras in the herd and knows to Tramride is a guided efforts (represent- occupied with football and family these namorata" na pangungunahan nina Max Collins, Jackie Rice at Luis Alandy; at show's judges. stay close to her by memorizing her tram tour that takes ing both plants and days, without thinking of having a date For the final showdown, she sang "My unique stripe pattern. The memoriza- guests around the animals) at the San on Valentine’s Day. "Paraiso Ko'y Ikaw" nina Kim Rodri- guez at Kristoffer Martin. Way" by Frank Sinatra, and Alicia Keys' tion happens just after a zebra is born Safari Park's African Diego Zoo, San Diego He also denied rumors linking him to "If I Ain't Got You" in a duet with her and is called imprinting. Grevy's zebras field exhibits and gives Zoo Safari Park, and another actress, KC Concepcion. Abangan din ang mga bagong pakulo sa weekend programs na "Celebrity mentor Shiri Maimon. have the skinniest stripes of any zebra guests a chance to connect San Diego Zoo Institute “It's just football for me. Maybe at Her rendition of "My Way," with an species; the stripes run all the way down with wildlife on a closer for Conservation Research, the right time. And no I’m not dating Bluff," "Picture! Picture!," "Startalk," "Pepito Manaloto," "Sarap Diva," orchestra as her backup, got a stand- their back to a white belly. Every zebra level. as well as international field anyone. Valentine's Day? Malayo pa, ing ovation from the judges: rock has a unique stripe pattern. The endangered programs on six continents. malayo pa ang Valentine's Day,” he said. "Kusina Master," at "Sunday All Stars." -- FRJ, GMA News singer Rami Fortis, singer and composer Grevy's zebras popula- The important conservation Although the Azkals player wouldn’t Moshe Peretz, pop singer Ivri Lider, and The zebra foal is currently getting tion has been ravaged by and science work of these admit it, it seems that he remains open Maimon. all of his nutrition by nursing but has anthrax outbreaks, dropping entities is made possible by at having a relationship with Locsin started mouthing at hay around his field its ranks to an estimated the San Diego Zoo Global again. ROOM FOR RENT exhibit as well. Zebras are herbivores wild population of 2,250. Wildlife Conservancy and “Hindi ko alam... You'll never know,” Quiet Neighborhood in National City. and feed mostly by grazing on grasses, San Diego Zoo Global is a is supported in part by the said Younghusband. “I really want although they also might browse a bit member of the Grevy's Zebra Trust, an Foundation of the Zoological Society of what's best for her. I want her to be No smoking. No drugs. 619.746.3416 on the leaves and stems of bushes. They independent wildlife conservation orga- San Diego. happy.” Page 12 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com January 17-23, 2014

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It is a steer- lights in unoccupied areas. ing wheel that directs your right path 3. Replace incandescent bulbs with In my journey through life, I have ex- through life. compact fl uorescent lamps (CFLs), perienced joy and sorrow, laughter and * * * which can last up to ten times longer. tears, exhilaration and despair. I have Do you know why a car’s windshield CFLs provide the same amount of rejoiced in the birth of a new life, and I is so large and the rearview mirror (light) lumens as standard incandescent Bobby Murphy (right) and Evan Spiegel, founders of Snapchat have grieved in the loss of a loved one. so small? Because the past is not as bulbs, but use up to 75 percent less Each step of my journey, each passing important as the future, so look ahead energy. 4. Replace incandescent lights in exit and on weekends can save up to $80 Good News Pilipinas | SAN FRAN- ownership), came up with suggestion for of a new day, brings mixed emotion. and move on. a year. And setting PCs, monitors and But it has always provided me with * * * signs with LED fi xtures, which can CISCO, 1/9/2014 -- The founders of an app to send disappearing photos. reduce costs of these signs by up to 95 copiers to use sleep mode when not in Snapchat, the hottest private messaging Spiegel decided to tap Murphy, who fresh knowledge, new insight, and an at- Friendship is like a book. It use can help cut energy costs by up to titude of gratitude. Though I have cried takes a few seconds to burn, but years percent. app in the United States right now, are had just graduated, to develop the app. 5. Adjust the thermostat down in the 50 percent. in the headlines after it was revealed Now, Snapchat is one of the hottest a lot in moments of sadness and despair, to write. 8. Lower the thermostat on your water I know that God will not take me to * * * winter and up in the summer and shut they turned down a $3-billion offer from tech startups in the US, with millions off when not in use. Even a few degrees heater. 120° F is suffi cient for many Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg. of young users that seem to grow every where His grace will not sustain me. All things in life are temporary. If common uses. A 10° F reduction can “Face your life, its pain and its going well, enjoy it, for they won’t last can signifi cantly reduce heating and air Twenty-three-year old Evan Spiegel day. conditioning costs. save up to 5 percent on water heating and 25-year-old Bobby Murphy, whose “It’s about the moment, a connection pleasures, and leave no path untaken,” forever. If going wrong, don’t worry costs. advises Neil Gaiman in The Graveyard about it. They won’t last long either. 6. Install programmable thermostats mother is from the Philippines, are the between friends in the present and it’s or time clocks to automatically control 9. Invest in energy-effi cient equip- young men behind Snapchat. not just a pretty picture,” Snapchat says. Book. “If you dare nothing, then when * * * ment. When upgrading or adding new the day is over, nothing is all you have Dreams are journeys that take us temperature settings on heating and air Released in 2011, the app allows While Spiegel is the good-looking, conditioning equipment. equipment, look for the ENERGY people to send smartphone photos and outspoken public face of Snapchat (he’s gained.” from familiar shores, strengthening our STAR® symbol, which indicates the “You’re alive,” he continues, “That hearts and empowering our souls. 7. Turn off or set offi ce equipment to videos, which will disappear in 10 on the cover of Forbes magazine), Mur- power down when not in use. Turning equipment meets federal standards for seconds or less after being opened. It is phy, the chief technology offi cer (CTO), means you have infi nite potential. You * * * energy effi ciency. can do anything, make anything, dream Often when we lose hope and off one computer and monitor nightly estimated around 450 disappearing pho- is the brains who developed the app. anything. If you can change the world, think it’s the end, God smiles from tos are sent through Snapchat every day. Little is known about Murphy, who the world will change. Potential. Once above and says, “Relax, my child, it’s According to Forbes magazine’s was described by Forbes, as the son of you’re dead it’s gone. Over. That just a bend along your way, and not the CCSE presents “Solar for Hom- estimate, there are currently 50 million state employees from Berkeley, adding potential is fi nished.” end!” people using Snapchat, with an average that his mother had emigrated from the Life is too precious to waste away. I * * * age of 18. Philippines. eowners” on February 13, 2014 Spiegel and Murphy were recently “I’d describe him almost like a want to live, to love, and to laugh – to When God solves your problems, Solar for Homeowners - Register dance while the music is still playing! I you have faith in His abilities. When featured in Forbes magazine’s 2014 30 monk,” David Kravitz, Snapchat’s fi rst Online Now! at https://seminars.sdge. 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Several residents of these Social media (as much as I love it, areas joined the U.S. Navy simply The Grass Is Always Greener & and I do loooove it) can be a trap. You Get Out of the Car! because the recruiting agencies at the can sit here all day and look through Sangley Point U.S. Naval Base in Cavite Other Lies. photos and wish you had so-and-so’s and the Subic U.S. Naval base in Olon- life because it must be so nice to travel gapo, Zambales, were located there. As so much, or have their “perfect” job, or such, many of them had settled with to be able to do all those crazy upside their families in San Diego County, then down fancy yoga poses they post on Ins- the premier naval station in the country. tagram, or, look how cute their kid is, so Town’s people and elementary school- well behaved, always saying the darnd- mates found themselves together again est things, or look how happy they are! in America’s Finest City. or, wow, they have ANOTHER book There were also organizations of Fili- out, and I have one (or none) etc. etc. pino professionals in San Diego. Many It cheapens our lives and wastes our doctors, nurses and engineers came to time when we do this. (This is a note to the U.S. during the massive recruitment self as much as I am reminding all of us, of professionals during the mid 1960s. as well. Excuse me while I tattoo this on They were placed in cold areas like Chi- my brain.) cago, Michigan and New York where I know that people sometimes American-born professionals would not compare themselves to me just as I am Get Out Of The Car! This is a true she realized why. It was for the same want to settle and therefore lacked their guilty of doing to other people. Look at account recorded in the Police Log of reason she had wondered why there was services. Upon receiving permanent your life, Jen. Must be nice. How many Sarasota, Florida: An elderly Florida a football, a Frisbee, and two 12-packs visas, the Filipino professionals moved people do you think can realistically lady did her shopping and, upon return- of beer in the front seat. A few minutes to Southern California where the climate travel to the Galalpagos, Jen? was a re- ing to her car, found four males in the later, she found her own car parked four was much better. There were the Fili- cent comment on one of my photos from act of leaving with her vehicle. She or fi ve spaces farther down. She loaded pino American Doctors Association, the by Jennifer Pastiloff, Living Follow But we’ll never really know. Not my Galapagos retreat on my Facebook. dropped her shopping bags and drew her bags into the car and drove to the Filipino Dental Association, the Filipino @JenPastiloff on Twitter | Positively- really. Not unless we are actually living And when I am supposed to be working her handgun, proceeding to scream at police station to report her mistake. The Nurses Association, Filipino American positive.com, 1/14/2014 -- that person’s life (which is an impossi- or writing, I instead sometimes sit here the top of her lungs, "I have a gun, and sergeant to whom she told the story Educators and even the Filipino Engi- Remember when comparing yourself bility unless you are living in a Twilight at my desk and look at all the writers I know how to use it! GET OUT OF couldn't stop laughing. He pointed to neers group. to another’s life (especially their life as who are more widely published, more THE CAR!" The four men didn't wait the other end of the counter, where four Start of immigration carefully CONSTRUCTED via Face- Refl ection this, more that. for a second threat. They got out and ran pale men were reporting a car jacking Filipinos began trickling into San book or Instagram, etc.) to keep in mind Today, I ran into someone in the like mad. The lady, somewhat shaken, by a mad, elderly woman described as Diego during the 1960s through the that everything SEEMS better when you grocery store. I was in full shlump- then proceeded to load her shopping white, less than fi ve feet tall, glasses, U.S. Navy. Among the early settlers are looking in from the outside. Direction for adinka mode. (Thanks, Oprah, for that bags into the back of the car and got curly white hair, and carrying a large were Carlos Linayao and Gene Nocon, People (you, me, us, all of us) choose word. It’s a gem, and I borrow it often.) into the driver's seat. She was so shaken handgun. No charges were fi led. Moral who were elderly gentlemen when I had what they want the world to see and Our Times I looked distracted (I was) and pale, that she could not get her key into the of the story? If you're going to have a arrived in the early 80s. Charlie was so how they want it to be interpreted. Whispers from the Cross messy hair, mismatched socks. Things ignition. She tried and tried, and then senior moment...make it memorable! passionate about his Cavite roots that he When you read a memoir or a (my) were falling out of my purse. I ran into held a fl ag-raising ceremony in the front personal essay, it is NOT a diary entry. January 13, 2010 someone who follows me on social me- yard of his Oceanview home during Each word has been carefully thought dia. “Hey Jen! Looks like everything in And by all means, remember that al- March and her annual retreat to Tus- each anniversary of Philippine Indepen- out and crafted. Jesus your life is amazing! I see all your posts. most everything you see on the internet cany in July 2014. She travels around dence Day. He fi nanced a book authored Whenever you have feelings of Your life. So amazing.” I probably had is a careful construct. the country leading her signature by nationalist Alfredo Saulo about his food in my teeth as I spoke to her. unworthiness—whether towards your am present in the events Even this. Manifestation Workshops. Check out her fellow Caviteno, General Emilio Agui- body, career, lack of career, bank I don’t post when I am having an anxi- site jenniferpastiloff.com for all retreat naldo, the fi rst president of the Philip- account, children, lack of children, that occur in the world. All ety attack or when I go to the bathroom Jen will be leading a Manifestation listings. pine Republic. Gene Nocon’s son was a spouse, lack of spouse, travel as com- that occurs will ultimately or when I feel lousy and unworthy. Writing/Yoga retreat at Kripalu Center *Image of me courtesy of Simplere- royal photographer and friend of Prince pared to someone else’s—remember I It can be a trap. (But hot damn, I love in Massachusetts in February 2014 minders.com. Quote by Iyanla Vanzant. help My children to choose Andrew of England. this: social media—just look at my Face- as well as in Costa Rica at the end of Filipino old-timers told me there used You have no idea what the person’s good over evil. book page; look at that community I’ve to be a Filipino Restaurant called “Ma- life you are comparing yourself to is cultivated.) So here I am. Here I will be. nila” in downtown San Diego, which really like. Be assured that I do not abandon Posting away. Lourdes Barrera had owned. It later When the doors are closed. When the humanity. My dear apostles, there are We just need to remember to look closed when Barrera put up her Lourdes lights are off. When the computer is times when you fi nd life diffi cult or inward more than looking outward. Restaurant in National City, which pros- shut down. When they are depressed or when you feel afraid. This is inevitable For the love of cliché, I just said that. I pered for years. In 1987, at the height of scared or lonely or afraid. and I have given guidance for you to did. Look inward rather than outward. the real estate bubble in San Diego, she The proverbial grass is always cross these periods safely. You must Become aware when you are doing participated in the development of the greener. expect this, of course. But I tell you that it—the comparison BS. The making up block where the building that housed her When in reality, it’s probably not. It’s some people keep their peace during stories nonsense. The making yourself restaurant was located. When the bubble probably yellow and needs watering. even the most trying times and some feel less than. burst, the developer failed to deliver the Yes, in some cases, in may actually be people lose their peace during relatively And be happy for people. Be really, condominium complex; hence, “Aling” greener. A helluva lot greener. easier periods. really genuinely happy for people. Lourdes’ building remained vacant But don’t compare. And don’t assume. to this day. Soon after she bought a Why is this? Perhaps my dearest Chinese restaurant in Chula Vista. She goong to America. I asked to interview apostles should expect diffi culties and passed away a few years ago. him for more details about the early trials. Perhaps it is time for those serv- At one point during the early 1980s, years of the Filipinos in San Diego, but ing Me to consider that persecution LAW OFFICES OF Aling Lourdes rented out her restaurant unfortunately he passed away before it and distortion spoken against one is the to one of her employees, Carlito Aure, could materialize. experience of the follower of this time. who was from Mendez, Cavite. Carlito During that time, many Filipino- It has always been this way and that is was a self-made person who worked and owned establishments prospered. There true, but this historical period of time in E.B. ALEJO eventually owned a restaurant in Manila. was the Lorenzana Market on Plaza which you are serving will include more Eventually, Carlito put up a prosperous Blvd. near freeway 805. The place is of this experience rather than less of this club called Milky Way near the Naval now a produce store. Then there was the experience. “20+ Years Experience” Center on Main Street in San Diego. He Super Palengke by 8th Street in National purchased the Bonoan Market, previ- City, which Mario and Nory Grepo If my beloved apostles expect this Been living in San Diego since 1977 ously owned by Clarita and Art Rosario, owned. There was also an Asian store treatment and accept it as an inevitable *Member, California State Bar on the corner of E and 8th Streets in Na- on the corner of Saturn and Coronado part of their service to Me, they will have an easier time retaining peace Licensed to practice before the US Federal District Court tional City. He put up another restaurant in Imperial Beach called “B & E” after Southern California and California Supreme Court named after him: “Carlitos.” He was its owners, Benny and Elena. Lorna’s throughout the trials to come. forced to go home to the Philippines Travel Agency located in the same area, after becoming ill of cancer and eventu- which Rolly Herce owned, was also Please, dear apostles, do not compare *Author,”How to Apply for the US Tourist Visa” as listed by ally passed away in his hometown. His there. your experience to others. Do not be one worldwide bookseller Amazon.com Bookstores siblings assumed the management of For a while these Asian stores pros- who wishes he could serve in another his restaurant and renamed it “Zarlitos”. pered until Seafood City opened its life because the other life appears less *Former San Diego Regional Coordinator for U.S. Immigration Maybe “Carlitos” was already regis- fi rst store called “Manila Seafood” on taxing. Crosses come to all apostles Amnesty for Catholic Community Services, Catholic Diocese of San tered as a business name. The owners Plaza, near freeway 805. Eventually, and if you are carrying a heavy cross Diego must have decided to simply change the the fi rst Seafood City was put up in its now, so be it. That means that this cross fi rst letter of the name, hence, the rather current location on Plaza in the business belonged to this day for you. I want you *Legal Advisor, Los Chabacanos of Cavite City unusual monicker. complex on the corner of Plaza and to retain your peace and I will help you Association, Inc., San Diego, California Other Filipino businesses L in National City. It was put up by a but remember this. Another prominent business during Filipino American Chinese from Pasig *Juris Doctor law degree, University of San Diego (1985), the 80s was the Rosario Oriental Store City, Carlos Go, with the help of veteran When I carried My heavy cross during Diploma; Oxford Institute on International and on Highland Avenue in National City. advertising man, Greg Macabenta. the cruelest persecution, My suffering Comparative Law (USD), Oxford, England (1984); Clarita and her husband Art, a U.S. Carlos used to work at Advertising & was evident on My face. I could not Bachelor Degree, University of Southern California (1983); Navy retiree, owned it. They sold the Marketing Associates, one of the leading hide it. You will, at times, appear to be Montgomery High School, San Diego (1979) business after several years and had a advertising agencies in the Philippines suffering and you should not feel you fruitful and secured retirement. which Greg headed. are failing because you need help or be- *Born in the Philippines (Cavite) Of course, Family Loompya on Reo Eventually, all the smaller mom and cause your suffering is evident to others. Drive in Paradise Hills was one of the pop Asian stores closed. Seafood City If you call out to Me throughout your biggest Filipino-owned oriental stores at prospered, with different branches in suffering and if you accept the help that For your convenience, walk-ins accepted that time. John Oropesa told me how he Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle I send gracefully, you will have peace. I especially between 2:00pm – 8:00pm had introduced and secured permission popping up. – AJ will give you a share of the dignity that for importing Filipino products like ba- (To be continued accompanied Me through My Passion. 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(619) 474-0588 • Fax (619) 474-0373 If you are going to do something Testing boundaries and establishing Dance while .. with your life, give it a sense of urgency new status quos favorable to China and impetus. Take the opportunity to has been a defi ning feature of China’s DIGITAL DATA ANALYST (Continued from page 13) dance while the music is still playing. regional policy in recent years, he said. - zena When the US and other countries have both weakness and strength. Use them faltered in the face of this policy, as was Compile, maintain, and support data management needs in a regional planning environment. Call (619) 699- to make you better at life. the case with the Philippines at Panatag 1900 or visit www.sandag.org/jobs for information. Open until Filled. EOE. * * * Shoal, China has advanced its goals and Life gives and life takes. We U.S. Congressmen established a new status quo, Smith said. simply never know nor can predict (Continued from page 1) However, where the US has held fi rm what will happen. Put up with what life in its position and demonstrated resolve, Calculated moves brings, do the best with the hand you’re Beijing has backed down. dealt, and hope! Smith said Washington must do Peter Dutton, professor and director at * * * a better job drawing clear red lines the China Maritime Studies Institute at The great thing in this world is between acceptable and unacceptable the US Naval War College, said Chinese not so much where we are, but in what behavior in the maritime arena, and take activities are carefully calibrated to direction we are moving. Time travel- decisive steps if and when these lines achieve their objective without provok- ing is the greatest pleasure! are crossed. ing outright confl ict with the United * * * He added the US should continue States. 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Glaser, on her part, said the US Con- favor. * * * gress should encourage other govern- The operational aspects of the strategy There is no such thing as “the ments and legislatures in the Asia- include stepped up operations by mari- real truth and nothing but the truth.” Pacifi c to back the Philippines’ right to time law enforcement vessels in dis- Perspective differs depending on the use available international arbitration To:Roger Diep puted areas in coordination with civilian speaker as well as the viewer. One per- mechanisms to address its territorial fi shing vessels in “what might be termed SANDAG son’s truth is another person’s fallacy. dispute with China. a maritime-style people’s war,” he said. From: * * * So far, only the US and Japan have But in this strategy there is also an GEN SILVERIO How you look to other people explicitly endorsed the Philippine gov- important indirect role for the Chinese do not count nearly so much as how ernment’s decisionto fi le a case with the military, which is never far from any you look to yourself, and to your own UNCLOS arbitration panel. Herewith is proof of action, to deter China’s opponent from personal integrity. Honesty transcends If a large number of countries, includ- your classified ad for considering escalation. artifi ce. ing members of ASEAN, speak out in publication in the Asian While the US and China have numer- * * * support of the application of interna- ous disagreements over everything from Journal. Please proofread The older we get, the faster time tional law to resolve disputes, Beijing cyber security to intellectual property, it and fax back the seems to pass. We each have to fi nd our might conclude that fl outing the ruling human rights, and trade practices, “our correction if any or call dimensions, and be very sure that what of the tribunal is too costly, Glaser said. disagreement in the realm of maritime us for your approval. The we are doing is really what we want. – With AP * * * security presents arguably the greatest ad is tentatively scheduled In our mad rush through life, let’s potential for miscalculation, escalation, to be published in the not forget the lovely, valuable moments. and confl ict,” said Jeff Smith, director The spontaneous moments are always of South Asia Programs at the American PNP AJ-CA_01.17.2014 Foreign Policy Council. issue of the best! (Continued from page 2) * * * the Asian Journal if we background check of buyers and renters receive your approval on of their properties before closing a deal. time. At $4 per line N.R. Building Design - CA. 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