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Gov’t confiscates P189.7-M Jose Velarde deposit PHILIPPINE NEWS SER- VICE -- THE Sandiganbayan Special Division has decided IN SEARH OF THE GOOD LIFE: with finality the confiscation in favor of the government of P 189.7-million Jose Velarde Maturing Experience deposit which the court de- clared was owned allegedly by ousted President Joseph Estrada. of a Pasay City Youth The 10-page court ruling ordered the Sandiganbayan As life goes, an sheriffs to implement the rul- ing after it junked the appeals adolescent gains of contesting parties. a great deal of “As pointed out by the prosecution, the long si- experience through lence of Wellex during the his own doings pendency of the trial of the plunder case casts validity and those of others on (its) claim. The claim of around him. With the CIR (Commissioner of each new situation, Internal Revenue) of a pref- RICE HARVESTER. A harvester carries a load full of newly cut erential right over the subject rice stacks to his bamboo mat where they can prepare it for thresh- this adolescent is Trust Account by virtue of the ing in Sigma, Capiz. Rice farmers in Capiz rely on their 3rd crop able to better carry constructive distraint issued of the planting season where they could gain more income from the in January 2001 is misplaced. usual 2 crop planting season. PINOY GONZALES/ PNS his way through life. We deny the motions for reconsideration,” the court declared. Around Town By Riz A. Oades The order was signed by See page 6 Filipino Business Gem Sample PMA drill (Continued on page 12) Sparkles in Oceanside Getting ready for retirement Celebrate Mother’s Day at Lai Thai Restaurant South Bay’s Pride Buying a condo unit By: Elizabeth Venecia

Celebrate Moth- in the Philippines er’s Day at Lai Thai Restaurant on May 10, 2009, Sunday. The restaurant of- fers a special such as Seafood Panang, Spicy Seafood, and Thai Fried Rice with Shrimp, Pad Thai Noodles, and Pine- apple Curry. For a treat, you will they offer fried banana L to R: Kenneth, Rosie, Maria, Chanita, and Tess. topped with coconut ice cream a special- By Conrad I. Reloj, Jr. sion Kabayan Mart without so much as a second glance. ty dessert. For the gourmet lover, Thai If you want to taste your It looks a bit just like an- cuisine is an enjoy- way to the Philippines while other store placed in Mission The Presidio at Brittany Bay ment. Lai Thai has a in Oceanside, California Camino Business Complex, In addition to the fact that the property I was buying was variety of selections visit Tess’ Cuisine and but venture inside and you from appetizers, include a complete grocery will discover one of the truly being developed by Manny Villar who had the resources Nikki, the owner of Lai Thai Restaurant, and soup, main entrée her daughter invite you to celebrate Mother’s shopping while arranging for delightful Filipino fast food and track record to steer it to completion, my confidence and great dessert. Day. your next vacation tour to restaurants in town. Tess’ was also bolstered by the fact that the project was be- the islands at Gudez Travel. Cuisine offers a delight- ing done in partnership with Land and Houses Ltd., the Nikki Bubpha is the own- taurant is preferably doing This could be your one stop fully authentic taste and largest real estate developer in Thailand. Villar’s real er of Lai Thai Restaurant well. The restaurant offers destination in North San Di- features fresh and original estate company, on the other hand, is the largest housing who has a Master’s Degree food that fits for royal- ego County. No reservation home-cooking creations. At developer in the Philippines. in finance. She has a lot of ties. Reasonable prices and is needed. this charming, cozy spot in preferences but she chose to specialties. Lai Thai has Driving by Oceans- a near-rural corner of the By Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Publisher & Editor open her own restaurant in great ambience and excellent ide’s Mission Avenue, you Oceanside, Chef-owner Tess The San Diego Asian Journal South Bay. It’s been almost entrées. , cooked might pass Oriental Mis- six years and Lai Thai Res- (Continued on page 19) See page 5 (Continued on page 12) Attend the free presentations of the affordable but luxurious housing developments in the Philippines! Presented in San Diego, Hemet and Temecula June 2009. Call 619-474-0588 for reservations. Call for Schedules of Call (619) 474-0588 for Baguio and La Union Beach properties. Presentations for brochures and reservations Single family homes in Pan- SAN DIEGO gasinan, Pampanga, Bulacan, Batangas, Iloilo, Cebu, Davao, Cagayan de Oro

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Page 2 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com May 1 - 7, 2009 aanan at maraming motorista Employment Program (CLEEP) ang makikinabang dito,” said in Northern Luzon and Bohol, Enrile: Free 10 PGMA’s economic stimulus Rodriguez. announced that more than half Meanwhile, Governor Amor of the total FMR would be built package debuts in Zambales Deloso welcomed the develop- in Central Philippines and the Ninoy slay convicts ment and said that such united Mindanao Super Region where PHILIPPINE NEWS SER- endeavor by the national gov- major food production sites are PHILIPPINE NEWS SER- VICE -- President Gloria ernment and local leaders in the located. VICE -- “KONTING tiis na Macapagal-Arroyo’s stimulus province to help the Zambale- Yap also said that in compli- lang.” package, aimed at cushioning ños weather the financial storm ance with the provisions of Agri- Thus were the assuring words 20 the country from the effects deserve salutation and should be culture and Fisheries Moderniza- of Senate President Juan Ponce of the global financial crisis, treated with utmost respect. tion Act (AFMA) Program, these Enrile as he pushed for the has kicked off in Zambales as He instructed DA Provincial FMR projects worth a collective release of the 10 remaining the Department of Agriculture Director Rene Mendoza to total of P5.3 billion will be convicted soldiers in the Aquino- (DA) led the groundbreaking of coordinate closely with all the located within key production Galman double murder case. the four-kilometer Nagbaldian- municipal agriculturists in the areas (KPA), marginal lands or Sources disclosed that Enrile Rabanes-WLAC farm-to-market province to fast-track the identi- new sites under convergence discussed the matter of granting road (FMR) in Sitio Nagbaidian, fication of other farm-to-market initiatives which link these areas executive clemency to the 10 San Marcelino, Zambales, last roads in the area for budget al- to higher road class systems and convicted soldiers with Execu- Wednesday. location and implementation. major markets or trading posts. tive Secretary Eduardo Ermita The P5-million improvement President Arroyo ordered the during the 23rd anniversary of and re-graveling of the farm-to- DA and other line agencies the EDSA 1 people power peace- market road was implemented by last January to frontload labor- ful revolution. the Municipality of San Mar- President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Enrile noted that the convicted Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile intensive projects in line with her celino and funded by DA-Region in front of the public market P330-billion economic resiliency ADVERTISE IN THE Aquino-Galman soldiers are only Aquino and Rogelio Moreno. III through a memorandum of small fries and they are only and serve as an alternative road program that is meant to stimu- The PAO chief noted that the agreement with DA Central Of- sacrificial lambs leading to the San Marcelino late the domestic economy and 10 have been consistent for more fice. “Maliliit na tao lamang sila General Hospital and to the rest generate about 1.5 million jobs than 25 years of incarceration DA-Region III OIC-Regional by midyear. ASIAN JOURNAL na puwedeng gamitin ng mga of Southern Zambales. about their innocence, stress- taong may masamang kalooban,” Executive Director Redentor S. “Hindi lamang FMR ito kundi DA Secretary Arthur Yap, ing that only Pablo Martinez Enrile said. Gatus said that construction of who is Cabinet coordinator for whom the President previously magagamit din ito bilang “al- Enrile advised the convicted the Nagbaldian FMR is first in a ternate road” kung matrapik sa President Arroyo’s Comprehen- granted clemency has admitted series of similar labor-intensive sive Livelihood and Emergency (619) 474-0588 soldiers to keep the faith, and involvement in the conspiracy to bayan puwede din itong mad- the hope, and to be patient with farm development activities in assassinate the former opposition the processing of their papers at two identified super regions in leader. Malacañang in the wake of the Luzon and a part of some 2,000 Acosta stressed that clemency latter’s persistent appeal for their kilometers of FMR estimated to is a sacred, noble and exclusive clemency. benefit some 200 thousand farm- power of the President, and “Konting tiis na lang,” Enrile ers in the transport of their prod- hence could not be blocked by told the convicted soldiers in ucts to trade centers in identified any opposition. talks with one of them over the priority areas nationwide. For his part, Calderon said that Email: [email protected] Phone: (858) 566-6099 phone. The North Luzon Agribusi- the 10 are “more than eligible Ermita said that the processing ness Quadrangle (NLAQ) has to be released” after completing 10717 Camino Ruiz, Ste. 122 San Diego, CA 92126 of the papers are already in place lined up around 500 kilometers their sentence of more than 26 and awaiting President Gloria of FMR and expected to benefit • Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry years, plus good conduct time Macapagal-Arroyo’s appropriate some 60 thousand farmers and • State-of-the-Art Technology and Sterilization allowance (GCTA) and penal action. generate more than 14 thousand • Digital X-rays and Massage Dental Chairs colony status for total of 34 The other day, Chief Public At- years. jobs while the Metro Luzon • Caring and Friendly Staff torney Persida V. Rueda Acosta Among those who have Urban Beltway (MLUB) has • Affordable Fees visited the 10 convicted soldiers endorsed the release of the 10 programmed around 400 kilome- • Military Dependents Welcome at the New Bilibid Prisons in include Justice Secretary Raul ters FMR, helping more than 36 t • Evening and Weekend Appointments Available Open: Muntinlupa City in connection Gonzalez, Bishop Efraim Ten- housand farmers and create some • New, Walk-in and Emergency Patients Welcome Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm with the Public Attorney s Office dero, national directo r of the 10 thousand jobs. The northern Saturday 8am – 2pm (PAO) jail decongestion and free • Most PPO Plans Accepted Philippine Ecumenical Churches part of Zambales, Nueva Ecija legal medical dental and optical of the Philipines (PCEC), Bro. and Aurora are part of the NLAQ mission. Credit Cards Accepted Mike Velarde of the influential and the rest of Central Luzon is Bureau of Corrections (Buc- El Shaddai congregation, Catho- within the MLUB. cor) director Oscar Calderon lic Bishops Conference of the In a short message, San Mar- ZOOM! welcomed Acosta at the national Philippines (CBCP), Iglesia ni celino Mayor Jose F. Rodriguez penitentiary, and immediately 99 00 Kristo, Reps. Ed Joson of Nueva expressed gratitude to the Arroyo met with her along with the 10 $34 $100 99 administration and the DA for Ecija and Bienvenido Abante Jr. Reg. $238 convicted soldiers. the project and said that the road Towards Any $298 of Manila, among others. These include Claro Lat, Er- Exam, Digital X-rays Reg. $600 Gonzalez have noted in his system will not only serve as an Dental Service nesto Mateo, Felomino Miranda, & Cleaning * In Offi ce recommendation to the President FMR for the people of his town *Over $200 in savings, in the $550 or more Arnulfo Artates, Jesus Castro, absence of gum disease, new Cannot be combined Teeth Whitening that the 10 have been sickly and but will be utilized as an alter- patients only. with insurance. In Just an Hour! Arnulfo de Mesa, Rodolfo Deso- Limited time offer. Limited time offer. suffering from “life threatening nate route to decongest traffic Limited time offer. long, Romeo Bautista, Ruben diseases.” along the main road especially May 1 - 7, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 3

siya, secondary lang yung di pa Ang is one of the owners of Last year, the MIAA spearhe aded ment of Environment & Natural nahanap, primera na nag-trigger the Hua Long International Inc., the collaboration towards ISO certi- Resources (DENR), Bureau of Plant ng galit ay hindi kaagad ki-noor- whose shipment of supposed fi cation with the following agencies Industry (BPI) and the Bureau of Where’s Ang? dinate nung nagkahulihan nung laptops and computer parts in in support: Bureau of Immigration Animal Industry (BAI). araw na yun,” he said. 2006 yielded packs of over 700 (BI), Bureau of Customs (BOC), “Based on the Service Level Sotto admitted that it was not kilos of shabu. Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ), Agreement (SLA) signed by the easy to fi nd Ang, but said it is Sotto said Ang could have Philippine Overseas Employment different agencies operating at the also diffi cult to pinpoint respon- been immediately arrested had Administration (POEA), Overseas NAIA, we have the commitment of – angry GMA Workers Welfare Administration our NAIA family to maintain and sibility at this point. there been closer coordination (OWWA), Philippine Tourism continue the quality service at ISO PHILIPPINE NEWS SER- politan Authority. On March 6, the President with concerned agencies. “Hindi Authority (PTA), Offi ce for Trans- levels. As a customer-oriented or- VICE -- PRESIDENT Macapa- Dangerous Drugs Board chair- ordered the Philippine Drug malawak yung coordination.. portation Security (OTS), National ganization, we will continue to fi nd gal-Arroyo blew her top at yes- man Vicente Sotto III revealed Enforcement Agency, Philippine kaya hindi talaga agad nasun- Bureau of Investigation (NBI), ways to understand their current and terday’s lunch meeting with drug the President’s outburst adding National Police and National Bu- dan,” he said. Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic anticipate their future needs as well offi cials when no one could tell the President reiterated her di- reau of Investigation to investig He said the President ordered Resources (BFAR), Commission on as respect and attempt to exceed her the whereabouts of suspected rective to all concerned agen- ate and submit a report within the creation of a task force to get Filipinos Overseas (CFO), Depart- their expectations,” Cusi said. cies to beef up one week on the escape of Ang. to the bottom of Ang’s escape their campaign Intelligence reports reaching and fi nd him along with other against suspect- the President then showed that suspected big-time drug smug- SATURDAY ed drug lords. Ang was able to slip out of the glers. MAY 2 “Nagalit siya country allegedly due to at least The President did not set a sapagkat di pa a P50-million bribe to those who deadline within which to fi nish nahuhuli ito facilitated his escape. the probe, he said. (Ang). 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DUE: MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2009 ISSUE DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2009 SPORTS SECTION Page 4 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com May 1 - 7, 2009 Japanese is often at odds with enforced. our own culture, we stand to gain About San Manuel Indian Bingo & from it. Many should learn from Divas 4 divas bring twice the Casino In Perspective the discipline of these people San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino is who take the collective role of Southern California’s one-stop destination entertainment to San MIguel for entertainment and fun. The casino is just by G. Tagudin - Silverio the individual in society seri- 70 minutes from downtown Los Angeles and ously. For us, this means that Four of the Philippine’s Greatest Performers a short drive from LA-Ontario International instead of waiting for politicians Airport. Guests enjoy 3,000 of the latest slots, Read Genny Silverio’s previous articles by visiting our website to lead the way, the responsi- Celebrate Friendship and Music live poker and Vegas-style blackjack, high- at www.asianjournalusa.com bility of taking charge of the San Manuel Indian Nation, Calif. – April Asia’s Songbird, Regine Velasquez was limit gaming, high-stakes bingo, incredible situation therefore falls upon 30, 2009 – Thursday, May 14, San Manuel the fi rst Filipino to stage a solo concert at entertainment, sumptuous dining and gener- Indian Bingo & Casino will bring twice the the Main Hall of Carnegie Hall, as part ous player’s reward program. Owned and the individual. In the best case operated by the San Manuel Band of Mission scenario, we should be able to divas as Divas 4 Divas take the showroom of its centennial year concert series. Her stage. Tickets are available now at Ticket- album “Listen Without Prejudice” achieved Indians, the casino has been providing fun No borders go about our business based on a master.com and the San Manuel Box Offi ce platinum certifi cation in several countries. and excitement since 1986. Since that time, few precautions. The new strain and the lack of for $45, $55, and $65. Doors open at 6:30 Velasquez has collaborated with international players have received over $2 billion in cash, he swine fl u outbreak How to protect yourself p.m. and show begins at 7:30 p.m. artists including Paul Anka, Mandy Moore, prizes and giveaways, making any visit to looks like a page out a clear mandate leave us with How can you protect yourself and Bryan McKnight. San Manuel an exciting and memorable expe- a thriller. Reports few options. In hindsight, we against the swine fl u? Margot Kuh Ledesma Proving her talents as an actress, she rience. For additional press releases, media T see that quarantines on the scale received a “Best Actress” award for her role kits and photos, please access our online Lee Shetterly of InsideMexico, about the origin of the out- in an episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya.” She press room at http://www.sanmanuel.com/ of households and individuals has these common sense tips: Celebrating 25 years in the music business, break did not come about Kuh Ledesma, also known as the Pop Diva, also formed a record label named IndiMusic page.htm?pageId=9126. For more informa- should hospitals be unable to But what can an individual do cope become the more realistic started out in the late 70s as the vocalist of (iMusic). tion on San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino, until Mexico itself has to protect against this dangerous please visit their Web site at www.sanmanuel. alternative. Music and Magic Band. That helped her Note: A 21-and-older age requirement to pronounced its casualties disease? A little research turns create a solo career, which produced the hit enter the casino and/or see the show is strictly com or call 800-359-2464. that now amount to over a The act becomes the last resort up some advice: song “Dito Ba”. In 1981, Philippine Movie hundred and rising. The in an array of public health (1) Wash your hands. Wash Press Club named her “Singer of the Year” strategies during the late stages and the Aliw Awards Foundation quickly image of ground zero pre- hands frequently, throroughly of containment if that is possible and completely with soap and followed suit by awarding her “Entertainer of sented by CNN’s Dr. Sanjay at all. The idea of the isolation the Year”. hot water and make sure to scrub In between performing and receiving vari- Gupta of a sleepy, isolated of households where cases may under your nails. arise is credible as we sense the ous accolades, Ledesma spanned her talents town takes us by surprise. (2) Keep your home and towards acting, appearing in fi lms like, “Oro, A smiling but robust-look- seeming inability of government work area clean. Don’t forget Plata, Mata” and “The Year of Living Daner- to announce a viable solution to ing child with eyes wide those computer keyboards! ously.” a public health threat. The inde- (3) Avoid hospitals unless it’s Together with Zsa Zsa Padilla, she formed open looks out innocently the original Divas 2 Divas. cision would eventually force the an absolute medical emergency. unaware of the scale of the issue and leave the decision of Hospitals are rife with infections. Zsa Zsa Padilla pandemonium caused by taking drastic measures at the lo- (4) Limit physical con- a virus which continue to cal level as federal cutbacks take tact. Forego the usual kiss on Zsa Zsa Padilla is an actress, TV host, a toll on the health of the nation. the cheek for a hearty hello. If recording artist and concert performer, and, takes its toll as the microbes For instance, the Mayor of leapfrog through the portals you are feeling sick, be a good like Ledesma, she started her career as part Mexico City has asked local resi- citizen and limit your exposure of a band named Hotdog. Later becoming a of our interconnected world dents to make their own masks solo artist, Padilla produced hits like “Ikaw to other people. Cover your face Lamang,” “Hiram,” “Kahit Na,” and “Point and incubated in bodies that because local stores have run out and use tissues when coughing of masks. In the States, special of No Return.” constantly traverse cultures or sneezing, then repeat (1). Her acting credits include “Minsan Lang and shores. hospital-grade N95 masks that (5) If you have fl u-like Kita Iibigin”, for which she was awarded fi lter ninety fi ve percent of con- symptoms, get help early. There “Best Supporting Actress”. She received The child is among one hun- taminants and microbes as small is no vaccine to protect against Best Actress trophies from the Gawad Urian, dred villagers who were stricken as .03 microns are hard to come this strain of the fl u, so even Film Academy of the Philippines and the by. A friend who made a late run STAR Awards for Movies for her role in but whom we know little about. if you have had a fl u shot, you “Batang.” We wonder where the next out- to the pharmacy reports that her are not protected. However, local drugstore has run out of all Padilla was named in a list of the 100 Most break might appear. The action according to the US Center for Beautiful Filipinas, and is known by her has moved on along with the types of masks. The crisis re- Disease Control (CDC), two Divas 4 Divas name, Divine Diva. threat to more densely populated minds us to prepare. Every home medicines, Tamifl u and Relenza, areas that have little resistance should have a disaster prepared- are effective against the swine Pops Fernandez ness plan that should include a to the newly mutated organism. fl u, but are best if given as soon Performing by the age of 16, Pops Fer- Although the disease has spared survival kit with these provisions as possible after the onset of and food rations. nandez grew up in the public eye becoming these survivors, the idea that it symptoms. Symptoms of the fl u a confi dent concert performer and recording has yet to come to us fi lls many The Japanese who constantly include: fever, lethargy, lack of star. In 1999, she was chosen as “Best Female with anxiety. drill for disaster-preparedness appetite, coughing, runny nose, Musical Variety Show Host” at the KBP Closing the borders to the are an exception to the rule. sore throat, nausea, vomiting and Golden Dove Awards. south seems to be a logical move Even without their government diarrhea. Dubbed the Philippines Concert Queen, to prompt them, they are always Fernandez has completed 15 albums, which for the government. However, (6) Stay tuned. The situation have received Gold and Platinum recogni- we are told that the borders have ready. The few that I saw who is evolving rapidly and news out- boarded the plane at Narita tions, launched a clothing line called PIPAY been already breached. The lets are giving constant updates. and has dabbled in acting. proof is found among the cases Airport early this week were all Check in regularly to make sure that have tested positive for the wearing masks. you’re aware of the latest infor- Regine Velasquez virus within our own shores. Although the conformity of the mation and advisories. GET THE RELIEF CRIMINAL DEFENSE FORMER POLICE OFFICER, FORMER PROSECUTOR YOU DESERVE

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Our life the Philippines. “Can you imagine yourself “There is no way it could fail,” paying $350 the rest of your life, I told myself, my friends and whether you stay in our unit or those who attended the informa- not?” I often asked the guests and times tional presentations. To prove attending the presentations. by Simeon G. Silverio Jr. my belief in the project’s integ- After just a year, the value of rity, I went home to the Philip- my unit had appreciated by one Read Sim Silverio’s previous articles by visiting our website at pines at my own expense to meet million pesos, about $21,000. www.asianjournalusa.com the developers and executives While property values in the including then Senate President United States have depreciated Manny Villar himself. I toured by fi fty percent, Philippine prop- the place several times and asked erties have appreciated because Getting ready for retirement around. In short, I exercised “due mortgage loans are extended diligence” in getting more infor- only to those who had the money Presidio at the Brittany Bay buildings. mation. To top it off, I bought or collateral to offer. In contrast, a unit myself, a two-bedroom during the recent real estate Buying a condo unit Mark is being groomed to take of land, much more the beauty penthouse, one of the largest and bubble in the U.S., loans were and the amenities it promised. I her place. His father held that most expensive available. The given to almost everyone, even helped promote the units in San post for several terms before he cost, only $68,000, is just one to those with fabricated income in the Philippines Diego, staking my reputation became a senator and later sen- fi fth of the cost of a unit with reports. not only among friends but also ate president. It is clear that it is similar size in more expensive In fact, a condo unit I reserved What makes me smile with glee is the fact that the among the readers of the San a continuation of a long political locations like in Makati, Fort at Crosswinds in Tagaytay homeowner’s fee in my unit only costs $60 a month Diego Asian Journal who knew dynasty, from Cynthia’s mayor Bonifacio, and Libis, Quezon City, a resort town south of enabling me to enjoy such amenities like a club house, and trusted me as its publisher father, to her stint as a congress- City. What makes me smile with Luzon which boasts of a Grand and editor. woman, and her husband Man- glee is the fact that the home- Canyon-like view of Taal Lake gym, swimming pool, jogging paths, 24-hour security, “Drawing lamang ang ny’s service as a congressman, beautiful landscaping and others. In contrast, the typical owner’s fee in my unit only costs and Volcano plus continuous binebenta ninyo, (you are just senator and now presidentiable. $60 a month enabling me to cool weather throughout the cost for homeowner’s fees in other places in Manila is selling a drawing),” I told And now comes their son, Mark enjoy such amenities like a club year had increased in value from about $350 and more. Jerry Navarrete, the president of taking over one of the family’s house, gym, swimming pool, $145,000 to $185,000. I could Crown Asia, which was develop- businesses. jogging paths, 24-hour security, First in a series of articles not believe it at fi rst, but two of the corner of Sucat and ing the place. Crown Asia is part A friend of mine, however, beautiful landscaping and others. my relatives confi rmed it after South Superhighway. of the conglomerate of real estate pointed out that while political In contrast, the typical cost for I asked them to check it out for y wife Genny and The unit is now fi nished and companies owned by then sen- dynasties may concentrate and homeowner’s fees in other places I just arrived from ready for occupancy two years ate president, now senator and perpetuate power to one family, (Continued on page 22) a two-week stay after. We needed to go home, presidentiable, Manny B. Villar. in some cases, it is for the better. M Villar was a rags-to-riches story “Now we are seeing the next in the Philippines to take sign the papers, pay the remain- ing balance and other fees and who grew up helping his market generation taking over,” he possession of a penthouse take possession of the place. I vendor mother. He went to the noted. “But since their parents condominium unit we pur- must say that I am more than University of the Philippines and already had the money, their chased at the Michelangelo happy and satisfi ed. I remem- saw his fortunes grow through children, the new generation, are Tower at the Presidio in ber when I was fi rst brought to “sipag at tiyaga (industry and younger, much more idealistic patience)” as his campaign slo- and dedicated to serve. More es- Brittany Bay, Muntinlupa, the place about four years ago. All I saw were two bulldozers gan would like to boast. pecially, they are better educated Metro Manila. The area is leveling the ground. I could not “Ako ang talagang batang and therefore better equipped also bounded by the cities imagine about nine mid-rise palengke (I am the real ‘market unlike their parents who won of Paranaque and Taguig condominium units, the high- boy’),” he claims, belying the their seats for the fi rst time just a few meters away from est of which would have twelve boast of another presidentiable through sheer popularity alone.” fl oors, rising in that raw piece who is a scion of a rich business Mark Villar, for one, is a and political family which owns graduate of the Wharton School a supermarket in Quezon City. of Business, one of the most Of course, it also helped that prestigious graduate schools in Villar is married to his college the world. sweetheart, Cynthia, daughter of Dr. Filemon Aguilar who served Land and Houses Ltd. as mayor of Las Pinas from 1963 until he was replaced as a result In addition to the fact that the of the EDSA Revolution in 1986. property I was buying was be- During that time, incumbent of- ing developed by Manny Villar fi cials, whether they were good who had the resources and track or not, were replaced. However, record to steer it to completion, since 1995 to the present, his my confi dence was also bol- children have reclaimed the post. stered by the fact that the project Cynthia is now a congresswom- was being done in partnership an in its district, and now that the with Land and Houses Ltd., the maximum three terms she could largest real estate developer in The guard house. serve would expire, her son Thailand. Villar’s real estate

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one of the most crucial times in high school was great, but it their lives: the freshman year. unfortunately ended.” “We developed our personali- Prejudice Voices & Images ties, our senses of humor, and JAS was a big school. Rosel our love for girls at the same graduated in a class of about time and almost in the same 250 as salutatorian. There were by Riz A. Oades manner,” recounts Rosel. about 1500 students spread over “We enjoyed each other’s four years. He did not doubt that Read Dr. Oades’ s previous articles by visiting company almost every opportu- it’s pretty easy for a student to our website at www.asianjournalusa.com nity we had. I never had anyone get lost in the shuffle there. But slightly older than me to identify everyone seemed to know him as Reflections with completely. I was at home a popular campus student. 8th of a Series with Joe, so with his brothers But Rosel felt shortchanged and sisters. when he graduated as Num- “His mother, a beautiful mesti- ber Two despite his excellent za, was nice to me. I never inter- academic standing and higher acted with his old man, who was grades than those three who IN SEARH OF THE GOOD LIFE: seldom home. His work was in graduated as Valedictorians – all a nearby province. He only came Sample Morse Hi School exhibition drill demo. of them are Pasay natives. He Maturing Experience of felt it was a case of to middle and upper-middle- during my high school days, ac- discrimination. class families of Pasay City. This cording to Rosel. Rosel must have car- a Pasay City Youth included those in nearby Cavite “I was a cool, unassuming teen, ried such feeling, for in towns of Paranaque, Bacoor and who minded my own business,” his professional life; he As life goes, an adolescent gains a great deal of Rosario having been a campus Rosel confessed. “School work has written a number experience through his own doings and those of others filled with bright students. came easily to me. When I went of newspaper articles to college, I met a lot of stu- that deal with a range of around him. With each new situation, this adolescent issues regarding preju- is able to better carry his way through life. Freshman & Friendship dents who had come from some good private schools, as well as dice, discrimination, His freshman year in JAS was Manila’s public schools, and I tradition, and social a mixture of older and younger never felt like my education was class. igh school for The character of Rosel Rosel Aquino Zo- students. He considered himself inferior to theirs.” as a younger one in a virtually “I suppose I can only speak for Sample PMA drill already represents an Hbel proved to be a all-men section D class, which JAS, as it was many years ago, issue in the Filipino maturing experience and he found a bit intimidating, yet but at the time, good educational home every so often. Joe and I communities. He has crafted his also a challenge. There are interesting. resources were available to the were normal and good-natured “critical” and “advocate” per- many lessons learned. He A bunch of his class mates students. For one, the school teens, who made choices we sonality with a “macho” label, were aggressive, which was had some very good, dedicated believe are true to our personal to break the barriers of tradi- learned more about himself, partly because they were already teachers that include the likes of convictions.” tion and to imply that Filipinos who his close friends were, mama – i.e., full-grown men. Mrs. Magbanua, Ms. Eleuterio, The family had a few passenger have to adapt to the values and what kind of help was of- The top student in this class was Mr. Ureta, and Ms .Madarang.” jeepneys that ran between Pasay practices of their host American fered to him, and what his Lucas, a 5’6” tough young teen, “By being hardworking indi- City and Quiapo. At young age, society. 17, while Rosel was a skinny 14 viduals, these teachers acted as Joe fixed mechanical troubles He later wrote on a theme of developing strengths and year-old, but obviously a gifted inspiring role models at a time I with their vehicles. Sometimes, I discrimination entitled,” Are weaknesses were. In many student. needed them most. While their watched and assisted him in his Filipinos Colorblind?” for which ways, those four years pre- Class mates considered Rosel influences means much to me work so we could play together. he won an “Outstanding Award pared him for college. as the second-ranked student in and have greatly contributed to When finished, we then go to in Print Journalism” in the early the adjacent, vacant lot, where World War II disrupted Rosel’s Rosel Aquino Zobel the group; and they knew that my development, they came eas- 1990s. Other themes that he has grade schooling, which was true “Mayabang” Lucas hated him ily to mind.” we would engage in one or two written about include moral and sion of one’s life in general,” very badly. He also looked down These people were all elders, rounds of boxing. physical courage, growing up to many other Filipino kids. Between rounds, They missed at least two or three affirms Rosel, “and all experi- on other small students who and perhaps Rosel’s relationships ences, loves and dislikes should were frequently bullied by bigger with them were not as close as Joe would give grades. Older kids returned to Rosel pieces of elementary, intermediate, and/ continue throughout these years. and older students in the class. he wanted. Somehow, there is Although it may be hard at Rosel suspected that Lucas and some distance between students advice on how to or high schools. Some of them “attract and get jumped to higher grades with no times, being true to your heart his barkada (in-group peers) and teachers. The person who builds strength, determination, were responsible for the outbreak had been close to Rosel and who girls.” Together, valid credentials, inasmuch as a the duo would lot of school records had either self-confidence and self-respect of the Dewey Blvd school brawl deeply influenced him was Joe that will be with you throughout that headlined JAS nationwide. Kanleon. tour cheap brothel been destroyed or burned during house (“Red the wartime period. your life.” (This incident will be told later). Joe was a neighbor, who lived Attending Jose Abad Santos Academic competition, bul- close to Mariquita Street. He was light”) at the foot “I subscribed to the idea that of H. Domingo high school is just an exten- High (JAS) helped build his lying and fights over girls were his best friend for quite a number confidence and introduced him important issues or problems of years. The friendship began at Street out of curi- osity. “We were, the largest car manufacturer, of course, driven away as minors by 1. Large bags of anything that the largest employer, the whole the establishment’s are hard to reseal. You open it, thing. You screwed up. It wasn’t pimp or bouncer,” At Large... take how much of whatever and the Japanese car companies, it he amusingly then you have to close it. It can’t wasn’t the oil problem, it wasn’t recalled. be zip-closed. So then you look anything but you. Sure, those Joe and his by Miles Beauchamp for a clamp, clothes pin, a some- things existed, but you could family moved to thing or other to seal it closed. have compensated for anything Bangkal, around Well if Zip-loc figured it out had you not been so arrogant and Makati area. “We Sample photo of saving a drowning person Read Miles Beauchamp’s previous articles by visiting our web- decades ago so can potato chip sure of yourself. You messed tried to maintain site at www.asianjournalusa.com companies; just make the things up and it’s sad. A lot of people Filipino, good and bad parenting, re-sealable. have lost jobs and will continue the friendship,” he said, “and one affirmative action, and under- 2. Cell phones that need to be to lose jobs. A lot of people will might think we would have been standing. reprogrammed every few weeks lose money who can’t afford able to since we had been so It has been some decades since Musical Gas Stations or months. Mine has had to be to lose it; people who believed close, but we drifted apart.” he graduated from JAS. When “Our friendship was based on he was there, he felt like he had reprogrammed three times since in your strength. You weren’t being near each constantly, of What’s up with gas stations changing brands all the time? I got it – yesterday it quit as I strong, you were arrogant and the opportunity to get one of the growing up in the same neigh- better educations anywhere. His was sitting in a car waiting to stupid. borhood, under the same condi- hings are getting times in the past couple of years. pick up my son. I was wait- 7. Chrysler for many of the parents supported him and im- A Shell station I occasionally tions, with the same hopes, fears, weird lately. Well, ing, had time on my hands, and same reasons as GM. Excuse and dreams. Our friendship in okay, they’re get- stop at has gone from Shell to planned to get caught up on me Chrysler but didn’t you get (Continued on page 11) T Texaco to Shell to Chevron. I get the memo about huge SUV’s ting weirder. And weirder mail and surfing; I slid it open, dizzy from watching the signs went to the web site, and noth- or minivans? What about large for me is well, you can just change ing. I called tech support who, box-like cars? What happened imagine. I’ll bet the sign companies love of course, told me that I needed to you? How could you be that it. In fact, if this goes on much Sol Poetry I’ll give you an example. Have to call them from another phone. dumb? you noticed that there seems to longer they won’t have to make I told tech support that I was in 8. Republicans. You need to be a large number of companies any more new signs at all. Just a school parking lot. They said see number three and then pay by Soledad O. Bautista playing musical gas stations? switch them around. sorry, call back. Great, now I’m attention. Just be really, really (1917 - 2009) Now businesses change brands Musical gas stations – my sitting there with nothing except quiet for awhile. You blew it; latest annoyance. I’ll give you a often. That’s not weird. But these the owner’s manual to my car to you blew the election, you blew Read Soledad Bautista’s previous articles by visiting our website few more. stations have been doing it a lot. read. Sadly enough, it did get economy, you blew it. So let at www.asianjournalusa.com A station down the street from interesting after awhile. I’d tell someone else try to fix things me has changed brands three Annoyances you some of those interesting because you sure can’t, or won’t, things except you’ll want to read or don’t want to. Whichever one your own car’s manual yourself it is, it doesn’t really matter. You Guidance ASIAN JOURNAL someday when you’re stuck with gave us Ronald Reagan, George The first Asian-Filipino weekly in Southern California nothing to do. Bush I and George Bush II. They laugh at the wisdom of the old An award-winning newspaper, it is San Diego’s most Enough already or the next one They think they are wiser a hundred fold widely circulated Asian-Filipino newpaper! Annoying people may be a duck. But young lives greatly unfold In Pursuit of Excellence 9. Let’s see, I’ve mentioned Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Genevieve Silverio 3. This is a slightly long list of whiners, repubs, banks, car com- Because of the care and the wisdom of the old. Publisher & Editor Managing Editor annoying people so rather than panies, cell phones, what else? The experience and guidance of the old put it in paragraph form, I’ve Oh yeah, gated communities. Are tested, tempered, like pure gold Santi Silverio Miles Beauchamp complied it into a list. Aren’t I Get over yourselves. Associate Publisher Associate Editor nice…? 10. Roads under construction. For the young to use and uphold Complainers who complain Yes, I know money is a bit tight To take heed and do what is told Ashley Silverio Whiners who whine right now. Yes, I know there are If the promised Eden they Assistant Editor Gripers who gripe a lot of roads in need of repair Fussers who fuss right now. That being said, it’s ©2008 copyright by Soledad O. Bautista. All rights reserved. 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Total Cases Now Stand at Four in San Diego County; Eight Nationwide notices had been sent out to coun- their love for a clean San Diego an infectious spread of environ- I Love A Clean San Diego is selors and teachers in the following today by taking part in the 7th mental stewardship and commu- proud to represent San Diego The San Diego County Health situation,” said Wooten. “There is subject areas: art, English, physical Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup. nity pride. and Human Services Agency always a possibility that any new education, social science and Span- County through the inclusion of ish. 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Earth 8 Campaign, Allied Waste “It is anticipated that we will The Sweetwater Union High among all the counselors and teach- School District rescinded layoff no- ing subjects notified last month. 80% of marine Services, San Diego Bay Water- see additional cases of human debris originates tices to 55 teachers and counselors School principals were to receive shed Group, the Barona Band of infection with swine influenza be- today—half the total number issued the names of those who notices are at such inland ar- Mission Indians, Sony, Kashi., cause we have heightened our sur- eas and ILACSD last month. being pulled back so that they could SeaWorld, Sea Life Aquarium, veillance and put area healthcare The district was able to pull back inform the employees at their sites, is proud of all Ellen Browning Scripps Founda- providers on alert,” said Wilma the layoff notices because of a suf- said Superintendent Dr. Jesus M. volunteers today; tion, Birch Aquarium at Scripps, Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., San Diego ficient number of teachers and coun- Gandara. especially those AMC Theaters, Ocean Minded, County Public Health Officer. “We selors who have filed for retirement The district continues looking for who helped stop RBF Consulting, Kohl’s, Cubic continue to work closely with the under the district’s Early Retirement more potential savings and expects this harmful pol- CDC, the California Department Incentive. to pull back additional layoff notices Transportation Systems, Wil- A total of 109 notices had been tomorrow, Gandara said. lution upstream. son Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati of Public Health and the Imperial porary dumpsters were filled to Over 350 volunteers at South- Foundation, City of Poway, City County Public Health Department the brim countywide, with many crest Community Park were of Escondido, General Dynam- to investigate the source of these Are there times you feel overwhelmed with life? 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Rogelio Karagdag, Jr. is Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asian- Law 101 Where the interpretation of a stat- licensed to practice law in both journalusa.com by Atty. Rogelio Karagdag, Jr. ute according to its exact and literal California and the Philippines. He Member, State Bar of California & import would lead to mischievous practices immigration law in San Integrated Bar of the Philippines results or contravene the clear Diego and has continuously been a purpose of the legislature, it should trial and appellate attorney in the Words of wisdom, part 1 Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asianjo- be construed according to its spirit Philippines since 1989. He travels urnalusa.com and reason, disregarding as far as between San Diego and Manila. 1. Never, under any circum- you’ve never tried before. necessary the letter of the law. A His office address is located at stances, take a sleeping pill 6. My idea of housework statute may therefore be extended 16486 Bernardo Center Drive, and a laxative on the same is to sweep the room with a to cases not within the literal mean- Suite 228, San Diego, CA 92128. glance. ing of its terms, so long as they He also holds office in National night. Divorced Filipino come within its spirit or intent.” City inside the S&S Travel Agency 2. Don’t worry about what 7. Not one shred of evidence As regards the OSG’s suggestion at 2409 E. Plaza Blvd. Please call people think, they don’t do it supports the notion that life is that the husband should just file (858)348-7475 & (619) 475-3262 very often. serious. Spouse Can Remarry either a petition for annulment or for your free consultation. We also 3. Going to church doesn’t 8. It is easier to get forgive- a petition for legal separation, the encourage readers to write us ness than permission. Philippine Supreme Court Levels the Playing Field Supreme Court noted that “annul- questions about both U.S. immi- make you a Christian anymore ment would be a long and tedious gration and Philippine laws to be than standing in a garage 9. For every action, there is Perhaps more than any other As worded, Article 26 now process, and in this particular case, future topics in this column. Our makes you a car. an equal and opposite govern- nationalities, Filipinos are most allows the Filipino spouse to not even feasible, considering that email is rkaragdag@attyimmigra- 4. Artificial intelligence is no ment program. affected by long-distance relation- remarry in the Philippines in case the marriage of the parties appears tion.com. Articles written in this match for natural stupidity. 10. If you look like your ships. Many of us – even those the alien spouse obtains a divorce. to have all the badges of validity. column are not legal advice but are already doing well in the Philip- This seems to mean that the other On the other hand, legal separation intended as general, non-specific 5. If you must choose be- passport picture, you probably pines – try our luck abroad usu- spouse must be a foreigner at the would not be a sufficient remedy legal information. tween two evils, pick the one need the trip. ally because we want to give our time of the marriage. But what if for it would not sever the marriage children a better opportunity in the alien spouse was still a Filipino tie; hence, the legally separated life. Good if we all go together, but at the time of the marriage and was Filipino spouse would still remain sometimes our families get left be- naturalized only before the divorce married to the naturalized alien hind. The romantic in us hopes that proceedings? spouse.” absence will make the heart grow The Philippine Supreme Court The Supreme Court thus sum- fonder but, unfortunately, distance answered this question in a 2005 marized that “the reckoning point oftentimes makes it wander. Lone- decision. Husband and wife got is not the citizenship of the parties liness takes its toll, and the migrant married in the Philippines. In 1986, at the time of the celebration of the spouse finds happiness in someone the wife left for the United States marriage, but their citizenship at else’s arms. The expediency of and became a US citizen. A few the time a valid divorce is obtained divorce in the foreign land formal- years later, the wife divorced the abroad by the alien spouse capaci- izes the break-up of the Philippine husband. He petitioned the Philip- tating the latter to remarry.” marriage. Meanwhile, the Filipino pine trial court for authority to However, the Supreme Court spouse remains shackled to the remarry. The trial court granted the still granted the OSG’s appeal, not defunct union. petition over the objection from because it agreed with its argu- It is for this reason that on July the Office of the Solicitor General ments, but because the husband 17, 1987, shortly after the sign- who appealed the case up to the failed to submit competent evi- ing of the original Family Code, Supreme Court. The OSG contends dence of the divorce decree and the President Corazon Aquino issued that Paragraph 2 of Article 26 of wife’s naturalization. The husband Executive Order No. 227, which the Family Code is not applicable merely testified in the trial court, added a second paragraph to to the case because it only applies without presenting the court and Article 26. As so amended, it now to a valid mixed marriage; that is, immigration documents. Thus, he provides: a marriage celebrated between a has to re-file his petition in the trial ART. 26. All marriages solem- Filipino citizen and an alien. The court; this time making sure that it nized outside the Philippines in proper remedy, according to the he submits all necessary evidence. accordance with the laws in force OSG, is for the husband to file a Once again, this shows the impor- in the country where they were sol- petition for annulment or for legal tance of a well-presented case. emnized, and valid there as such, separation. The Supreme Court decision is a shall also be valid in this country, In rejecting the OSG’s position, very welcome development many except those prohibited under the Supreme Court said that on its divorced Filipino spouses who are Articles 35(1), (4), (5) and (6), 36, face, the law seems to apply only similarly-situated. Otherwise, the 37 and 38. to cases where at the time of the only relief would be to file a nullity celebration of the marriage the or annulment of marriage case in Where a marriage between a parties are a Filipino citizen and court, but the grounds are limited, Filipino citizen and a foreigner is a foreigner. However, it said, the and the process long, tedious and validly celebrated and a divorce is legislative intent clearly covers the expensive. Under Article 26, all thereafter validly obtained abroad situation where the spouses were that needs to be presented in evi- by the alien spouse capacitating still both Filipinos at the time of dence are the naturalization records him or her to remarry, the Fili- the celebration of the marriage, of the alien spouse, to prove that pino spouse shall have capacity to but later on, one of them becomes he or she is already an alien at remarry under Philippine law. naturalized as a foreign citizen and the time divorce was obtain, and obtains a divorce decree. “The proof of divorce. These documents

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02/15/09-03/15/09 6 mos. 685.00 Page 10 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com May 1 - 7, 2009 sustained by more Filipinos, taking up positions in and out of the Capitol Caoile, feeding the (citing the just elected congressman JDV dared: Fight to get back speakership in Ohio), to be heard. It is a similar path to the one she PHILIPPINE NEWS SERVICE younger Arroyo respects the deci- Nograles said that De Venecia took in her years of working as an as- -- WANT it back? Fight for it. sion of the majority to unseat De may have an agenda but he is sistant to the president of the Ameri- This was the challenge House Venecia as House leader. confident he has the support of the hungry, filling the soul can Federation of State, County and Speaker Prospero Nograles gave “Let me say again for the record majority of the solons. Municipal Employees, a 1.3 million former Speaker Jose de Venecia By Elga D. Reyes when you’re actually there. Even if member labor union. She was also who has said some solons have that the speakership they say it’s just a mere handout, you one of the founders of the National offered him the speakership if he is not for Mikey to Antipolo local Cora Atayde brings should see the expressions. They are Federation of Filipino American can assure the approval of Charter offer. We are elect- Gloria Caoile and the rest of the Feed really, really, very grateful.” Associations and held other leader- Change. ed by our peers. the Hungry organization to Brgy. Sta Caoile also recounted another ship posts on the boards of several In a press briefing, Nograles The Speakership Cruz, where they educate roughly 200 trip, this time to a home for abused Filipino-American organizations like expressed confidence that Pam- is an open elec- indigents on the thrust of the group to children in Davao, where all the the Association of Philippine Ameri- tion and we won help the “poorest of the poor,” giving panga Rep. Juan Miguel Arroyo is youngsters wanted was their own can Women and Tanghalang Pilipino. his ally. it overwhelmingly plastic bags of food essentials, seem- face towel and “for some of the adult Her dedication has paid off, and not ingly insufficient but “you should see Nograles said that there is no with the help of the girls, please, if they can just buy their simply through the 2001 Achievement truth to the report that Arroyo has majority allies,” the expressions…very grateful.” napkins… That’s all they cared about. Award for Community Service given The Philippines is a country rich assured De Venecia of getting Nograles said. It makes them feel better.” by Filipinas magazine, nor the 1998 back the top House post since the “I’ve known in resources and one has to wonder Caoile, despite an evident idealism Filipina First Award by the Philip- why it is mired in poverty. There are Cong. Mikey Ar- (serving the needy and admitting that pine American Foundation, but in the royo for a long many reasons. Ask a kid on the street workers’ rights will always be close sheer triumph of everything that has and there will be a ready answer. to her heart because of their univer- come to be at this point. time, ever since Check with others and be pointed to sality), is at the same time a realist. It is amazing how laboring for labor he was a boy. I the brain drain Filipino professionals “We are not here to change the has grown to be a labor of love in her don’t think, in all and intelligentsia migrating to already world,” she said. “We just want to participation for Feed the Hungry, honesty, that Mikey developed countries and contributing be able to make a difference in some mirroring the principles of giving will do that to me, to their further development, while little girl’s life. You never know, he recognition to the minority, and in the sa tagal ng aming the rest of the population left behind or she may be the next president of process dissolving the word labor in pinagsamahan, ng sinks lower into degradation or stag- itself. It is love, it is her life. father niya who is my classmate, and (Published in Expat Newspaper, he, when he was March 8-21, 2009 issue) still a little boy,” he President Gloria Macapagal arroyo and From Goodnews Balita Former Speaker Jose de Venecia added. House Speaker Prospero Nograles.

Antipolo local Cora Atayde brings Gloria Caoile and the rest of the Feed the Hungry organization to Brgy. Sta Cruz, where they educate roughly 200 indigents on the thrust of the group to help the “poorest of the poor,” giving plastic bags of food essentials, seemingly in- sufficient but “you should see the expressions…very grateful.” nation. this country and take it to a different What is forgotten, though, is that [path].” there are people who do come back Improvements do not have to be – even if not permanently; the crux drastic – for her, details add up. “If of the matter is that they do and they you don’t cure the cut, it can get big- share the personal rewards they have ger and bigger and you can lose your reaped with those less fortunate here. hand. But if you put on a band-aid, Gloria Caoile, a Philippine-Amer- you’ll get well.” ican with Samoan roots, is one such Another reality is that money is person. At first she is intimidating, a hard to come by. Buhain mentioned force of will and authority emanat- donation fatigue. It is their hope to at- ing from her, but once done with the tain a grant in the future which would initial handshake, it is an empowering sustain the organization and, more feeling to meet a great mind, and not importantly, to maintain an “army of just that, but someone doing great believers” as Caoile describes it. So things with a passion. far, there are positive signs. During Caoile has to her name credentials the Antipolo venture, daughters of spanning the labor issues of Asian two volunteers lent their time and tal- Pacific Americans in the United ent. There could be more though, and States for more than 30 years, yet the still more generations after. For Carl pinnacle of her achievements may Abella, the father of one of the pair, it be the one that is least focused on. only took one program and he’s been Retired but still serving as consultant hooked for 10 years. to multiple organizations, she is now The participants and board mem- deeply involved with the Washington, bers of the organization lead separate DC-based organization Feed the Hun- lives. They are not in the same circle gry, whose primary thrust is to help of friends back in the US and the only the poorest in welfare and in spirit. time they usually get to meet is dur- Fifteen years ago, Filipino couple ing these trips. Tess and Pablito Alarcon who were Caoile, aside from this philanthrop- residing in the US capital visited ic pursuit, has been the busy queen Manila. Stepping out of the Aristocrat bee at the start of the year during the restaurant in Intramuros, they noticed preparations for the Obama inaugu- children begging outside. Unlike ration hoopla. Being “a Democrat locals oftentimes immune to pleas of through and through” and having desperation, they were moved to help, worked extensively for the concerns feeding them. And unlike others who of the Asian Pacific American com- may have sympathized, they extended munity (being the first national vice a bigger call of action. The dire need president and later executive director became a seed of inspiration, prompt- of the Asian Pacific American Labor ing them to establish a group to ad- Alliance or APALA, and serving dress this cause. under the White House Commission The gathering of like-minded indi- of the Clinton administration for the viduals has grown into a full-fledged same population segment), she and non-governmental organization of Francey Lim Youngberg organized volunteers. This translates to efforts the Pearl Presidential Inaugural Gala backed by their own wallets, coupled in mid-January. with fundraisers, providing resources It sold out in three days and was for outreach projects. With its trans- attended by prominent and high- parency and zero monetary return, the ranking individuals including senators group has earned a credible status in Daniel Inouye and Daniel Akaka, the US. CEOs like Loida Nicolas Lewis, Its members have served more than and President Obama’s sister Maya 947,000 program beneficiaries in 72 Soetero Ng. Filipino child-wonder provinces out of the 79 in the Philip- Charice Pempengco performed there, pines and Metro Manila. Yet they impressing the crowd as always with still have to attain name recall. Until her singing prowess. now, their concentration has always But the core of the gala, and her been on the actual activities like gift self-confessed zeal, was the sig- giving, feeding the malnourished or nificance of the unprecedented voter school building, where they rely on participation, especially by the Fili- word of mouth for recipient referrals, pino-Americans during the electoral volunteer recruitment and funds. But cycle. Caoile maintains adamantly: now they have realized a little popu- “I believe that if you participate in larity would be beneficial for more of the electoral process and if you vote, the aforementioned. you will be counted. To be counted, Over the course of the last weeks, then your issues will be heard by the about 40 member volunteers (includ- politicians. If you do not become ing some recently tapped from the a constituency, nobody would care Las Vegas community) have arrived about our issues.” in the Philippines for their yearly For her the perfect example and humanitarian visit. They have differ- a major accomplishment was the ent durations and schedules, heading veterans’ equity included in the off to varied locales for a wider reach. recently signed economic stimulus One of the stops was in Antipolo, package, a calvary prolonged for over through a recommendation of a friend 50 years. Asked about her thoughts who had already seen their work. on the widely-expressed belief that Caoile, chairperson of the feeding this was too little too late, she replied, program, recalls how they reached “Personally, I am not happy with the out to Cora Atayde, the friend and money. But if you would have just local, to mediate with Barangay Santa seen the struggle of these veterans, Cruz and “identify the poorest of the it’s really more of what it symbol- poor.” Roughly 200 indigents were izes… the affirmation of the United present that morning, all anticipating States that these people, these veter- the plastic bag of food essentials they ans, were part of the US military, that would be receiving. they served the country.” She adds At first thought, a single package that this should serve as a reminder looks insufficient and short-lived. It for the future, that disrespect to Filipi- doesn’t seem to fit with the popular no Americans should not be tolerated, Confucian adage of teaching man thus underscoring the importance of to fish rather than giving him fish. having a voice. However in a matter of minutes, the Caoile knows there is more to be experience proved to be something done. Fil-Ams continue to contend else. with immigration, education and Lottie Buhain, chairperson of the health benefits concerns, but she is board, said it best: “It’s different proud to say that the drive is now May 1 - 7, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 11 of good argument to support an blurted out. “I wish I knew what involved in dance group, student extreme hardship case: seri- IN SEARH OF THE the options out there were, but I publication, and PMT.” ous medical problem of the don’t. And because of my expe- My traditional dancing activ- GOOD LIFE: Maturing rience selling flowers, I would U.S. citizen qualifying rela- ity was cut short when my ankle Legal Brief Experience of just say ‘Commerce!’, although was accidentally caught by two tive, minor child from a prior the truth was I never worry colliding bamboo poles in a Ti- by Atty. Susan V. Perez relationship and the noncus- a Pasay City Youth about what I would take when I nikling dance number, for which todial parent does not consent (Continued from page 6) finish high school. I just want to I suffered for two to three weeks Read Atty. Susan Perez’s previous articles by to the child being taken to the mensely had taught him to value be happy.” limping because of excruciating visiting our website at www.asianjournalusa.com alien’s home country, domes- education, and that his friends “I treated high school as work. pains. tic violence concerns, racism and their families viewed educa- And so I let my need to be good “I became the leader of a PMT or security risk abroad, and tion in much the same way. These at what I did to be satisfied by platoon model. At 5’3” I com- unavailable career. I suggest helped him a lot in boosting his merely doing well in school. I manded a platoon of at least 5’6” self-confidence. As life goes, was never bored all those years. well-selected 40 cadets,” relates The I-601 “Hardship” Waiver that you get a good attorney to an adolescent gains a great deal There were so many things to Rosel present your I-601 “extreme is approved, the ban is waived of experience through his own do, hanging out with friends, “We’re the “elite” group of the wo days after Easter, hardship” case. and the visa is issued to the doings and those of others around dating girls, picnics, and playing whole PMT school program, a I got a call from a We welcome your feedback. him. With each new situation, games with other kids.” he said. alien applicant. Be aware that standout in the annual drill meet client that her I-601 If you have any immigration this kid is able to better carry his “I knew I have to do more than in personal inspection, drill ex- T some ineligibilities cannot be waiver has been approved. questions, please feel welcome way through life. get good grades,” he continued hibitions with and without rifles. waived such as falsely claiming We were both ecstatic. I to email me at AttySuPer@ “As a high school student,” saying. “We have to have extra- We displayed precision marches, US Citizenship. gmail.com or call 619 819 recalls Rosel, “I was frequently curricular activities, especially along with various hand move- was pleased to tell her that In proving your I-601 waiver, asked what career or major I if one wants to graduate with -8648 to arrange for a tele- ments.” all my I-601 waiver cases you must prove that: 1) the would take in college.” honors or at the head of the Exhibition drill is a modified were successful. She was phone consultation. “How would I know?” Rosel graduation ceremony. So I got qualifying relative would suf- (Continued on page 21) very thankful to me. I said, fer extreme hardship if he or “I was just doing my job.” she move to the applicant’s Now, she’s back in the U.S. country; AND 2) the qualifying with her U.S. citizen hus- relative can’t simply remain in band and two daughters, 16 the U.S. without the applicant. and 7 years old. The term “extreme hardship” means over and above the An application for I-601 or normal hardship the qualifying hardship waiver is necessary relative would experience if the when a visa applicant has been applicant’s visa is denied. determined to be “inadmissi- A good example is: Joe, ble” based on one or more visa a U.S. citizen is married to ineligibilities. The most com- Maria, a Filipina. Maria can- mon visa ineligibility is illegal not adjust in the U.S. because presence. An alien with prior she entered the U.S. with- a visa but overstayed for more out inspection. She needs a than 180 days will be subject to waiver in order to get a green a 3 year ban if he returns to his card. Joe may say he does home country. More than 365 not want to move to the Phil- days of illegal presence results ippines because he does not in a 10 year ban. Please take speak Tagalog, economy is note that illegal presence under bad, unemployment and crime 180 days does not hold a ban rates are high, he won’t have and does not require a waiver. medical insurance, he won’t Also note that illegal presence be able to pay his educational under the age of 18 does not loans, and the future of their “count”. 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($210 million) challenge is how to sustain the herbs and spices. For the first time in years Forbes 20. Luis Virata ($200 million) momentum and eventually defeat Lai Thai is a lovely and charm- chairman. magazine has included a Filipino 21. Gilberto Duavit Jr. and family the country’s oldest problem by ing Thai restaurant in South Bay The P189.7-million Jose Ve- among the world’s top billionaires. ($191 million) 2010, according to Defense Sec- owned by Nikki Summawadee larde deposit is being maintained It also listed 39 others as Philip- 22. Menardo Jimenez and family Bubpha. Summawadee who has in Investment Management Trust retary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. a Master’s degree in finance, but pines’ richest, with a total worth of ($190 million) “The military is winning the Account No. 101-78056-1 at $17 billion. 23. Felipe Gozon and family ($165 she has opted for a more reward- Banco de Oro Unibank Inc. war against insurgency. There is The complete list of the Philip- million) ing and satisfying career as a The decision came after the pines’ 40 richest: 24. Mariano Tan and family ($140 no danger of a c ommunist in- chef and restaurant manager. She dismissal of adverse claims by million) surgency taking over the country invites you to enjoy the authentic the Bureau of Internal Revenue 1. Jaime Zobel de Ayala and family 25. Ramon del Rosario Jr. ($137 today.” Teodoro told military foods and ambiance of her native ($2 billion) and The Wellex Group Inc. officials attending the 6th Senior land. (TWGI) of businessman William million) Lai Thai Restaurant is great 26. Ronaldo and Leaders’ Conference held at the Gatchalian. headquarters of the Philippine place to celebrate any occasion. Rosalinda Hortaleza Defense Secretary Gilberto You will have the greatest time The Sandiganbayan Special ($110 million) Army in Fort Bonifacio, Makati Teodoro Jr. Division cited its September 12, 27. Manuel Zamora City. and the best food at Lai Thai Restaurant. WE have been back 2007 ruling on the conviction of ($105 million) Teodoro observed that all ef- our presence,” he said. Estrada in plunder charges and 28. Betty Ang ($100 there for the past 8 years with a forts of the Philippine Army are Peace, according to him, is not bunch of people from work who forfeiture of the disputed bank million) geared towards achieving the 29. Tomas Alcantara just a mutual understanding be- always raved about it. deposit which made the confisca- and family ($90 mil- 2010 strategic goal of defeating tween two people, but a result of Hours Of Operation Fri - 11:00 tion final and executory. lion) communist insurgency. an enforc ement mechanism by a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Open for private 30. Frederick Dy He said many strategies and the government and the ability parties on Sundays and Mondays ($70 million) approaches were undertaken in to enforce the law at any point at Call to make your plans 619) ADVERTISE IN THE 31. Wilfred Steven the past but insurgency continues any time. 474-5546 Lai Thai Restaurant Uytengsu Sr. ($60 to exist, noting the need to re- 1430 E. Plaza Blvd # E10 Na- million) Teodoro also emphasized three tional City, CA 91950 Tel: (619) ASIAN JOURNAL 32. Salvador Zamora examine mechanisms to be able important points to address the to come up with best solution for 474-554. ajecv Jaime Zobel de Ayala ($55 million) country’s military concerns: 1) (619) 474-0588 33. Oscar Hilado and the accomplishment of the goal. Refocus on the armed group; 2) 2. Henry Sy and family ($1.7 bil- family ($51 million) Teodoro specifically stressed Develop target specific capabil- lion) 34. Philip T. Ang ($50 million) that the previous approach of ity; and 3) Increase military pres- 3. Lucio Tan and family ($1.6 bil- 35. Magdaleno Albarracin Jr. ($49 fighting an ideological war is ence in areas where there is an lion) million) wrong. existence of armed movements. 4. Andrew Tan ($1.1 billion) 36. Jesus Tambunting ($47 million) “What the military needs to do 5. Manuel Villar ($940 million) 37. Antonio Roxas ($36 million) A total of 190 officers are pres- 6. George Ty ($870 million) 38. Manuel Pangilinan ($35 mil- is to concentrate on the armed ent for the three-day conference 7. Andrew Gotianun ($860 million) lion) group such as the New People’s headed by the Army Chief Lt. 8. Enrique Razon Jr. ($820 million) 39. Marixi Rufino-Prieto and fam- Army, not the front organiza- Gen. Victor S. Ibrado. Attend- 9. Tony Tan Caktiong and family ily ($33 million) tions,” he said. ees include HPA General Staff ($790 million) 40. Lourdes Montinola ($30 mil- The Defense chief reiterated Officers, Infantry Division and 10. Oscar Lopez and family ($775 lion) his guidance for the military to Brigade Commanders. go against the NPAs and to never million) Army spokesman Lt. Col. 11. Vivian Que Azcona allow them to perpetuate any Romeo S. Brawner Jr. said the and family ($670 mil- criminal act such as kidnapping, Senior Leaders’ Conference is a lion) arson, and murder. venue to discuss emerging issues 12. Inigo and Mercedes Teodoro also contended that and challenges that affect the Zobel ($660 million) despite the presence of a peace Army’s ability to accomplish 13. Eduardo Cojuang- agreement between the com- the 2010 ISO goal, and obtain co Jr. ($540 million) munists and the government, 14. Emilio Yap and grounded, rational and informed family ($445 million) military presence should be ideas that will enable the Army NURSES FOR THE MASSES. Mrs Heidi Celisio, (L) Chief Nurse 15. John Gokongwei increased to serve as a deterrent to address these key challenges of the Sara District Hospital in Iloilo endorses to 8 newly hired Jr. and family ($430 for armed groups to resurface. to ensure that the 2010 goal is nurses an elderly patient of the hospital’s ward section. The project million) He said, achieved and sustained. under the Department of Labor and Employment has hired thou- 16. Enrique Aboitiz “We should never let our sands across the Philippines inexperience nurses for 6 months at and family ($375 mil- The seminar will end today, guards down and never assume Brawner said. 8,000 per month under the employment program of President Glo- lion) that peace will continue without ria Macapagal Arroyo. PINOY GONZALES/ PNS 17. Alfonso Yuchengco Henry Sy May 1 - 7, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 13 Entertainment Mariel confident Zanjoe Jake torn between Movies to Watch would not cheat by Simeon G. Silverio Jr. PNS -- MARIEL Rodriguez Bea and Melissa admits she feels sad that boy- PNS -- JAKE Cuenca is happy (Following are movies now showing or friend Zanjoe Marudo recently and proud that his “Tayong Da- soon to be shown in San Diego.) left for Paris. He’s part of lawa” along with Kim Chiu and ABS-CBN 2’s remake of the Gerald Anderson is doing very Moon - It is the near future. hit Koreanovela Lovers in Paris well in the ratings chart. Astronaut Sam Bell is living on the “I’m really thankful to all who far side of the moon, completing which topbills KC Concepcion watch the program religiously. and Piolo Pascual. He’ll be a three-year contract with Lunar Without their support, our show Industries to mine Earth’s primary gone for three weeks to shoot will not be successful. This is some key scenes in what is the reason why all of us in the source of energy, Helium-3. It is a considered as the world’s most cast are always doing our best to lonely job, made harder by a broken make each scene a must-see. We satellite that allows no live commu- consider it our responsibility to nications home. Taped messages are the viewers to give them quality all Sam can send and receive. Mariel Rodriguez entertainment every night,” he Thankfully, his time on the moon says. is nearly over, and Sam will be Lovers in Paris . It’s simply one Of late, many cite his good act- reunited with his wife, Tess, and great opportunity for him.” ing as David Garcia in the drama their three-year-old daughter, Eve, Upon arriving in Paris, Zan- series. Jake Cuenca in only a few short weeks. Finally, joe sent a touching message to “It’s nice to hear that,” says he will leave the isolation of “Sa- Mariel. Jake. “The appreciation for my ef- of all her endeavors.” rang,” the moon base that has been “And the more I cried be- fort is already enough. But I don’t Regarding his being linked to his home for so long, and he will cause of that,” Mariel explains. want it to enter my head. I know I young actress Melissa Ricks, Jake finally have someone to talk to be- “He texted me saying his stay still have a long way to go.” explains: yond “Gerty,” the base’s well-intentioned, but rather uncomplicated in Paris would’ve been more Many are curious what hap- “I wouldn’t deny that my computer. pened to his reported courtship friendship with her inspires me. I Suddenly, Sam’s health starts to deteriorate. Painful headaches, exciting, memorable and mean- with Bea Alonzo. admire her but I’m in no hurry to ingful had I been with him.” hallucinations and a lack of focus lead to an almost fatal accident “Our work is our priority,” ex- jump into another serious rela- on a routine drive on the moon in a lunar rover. While recuperating Interestingly, before Zanjoe plains Jake.”We just realized that. tionship, especially now that ev- flew to Paris , the charming TV back at the base (with no memory of how he got there), Sam meets a But I remain as one of her loyal erything in my life is falling into younger, angrier version of himself, who claims to be there to fulfill host tendered a surprise despe- fans. Her career has really gone a its proper place: family, money the same three year contract Sam started all those years ago. long way. I will just be supportive Zanjoe Marudo dida party for her current flame. and career.” Confined with what appears to be a clone of his earlier self, and “Actually, he felt uncomfort- with a “support crew” on its way to help put the base back into pro- romantic city. able at first when he learned ductive order, Sam is fighting the clock to discover what’s going on “I really cried because it’s the that I prepared a small get- Shocking statements from Iwa and where he fits into company plans. first time that he’d be away that together for him. He said there PNS -- Iwa Moto finally can- long. I’m not used to it. But al- was no special occasion so celled her Face Book account 97 minutes. Rated R for language. though I terribly miss him, I’m there was no need to invite due to “stress.” The GMA Artist Filmmaker Duncan Jones will available for Phone Interviews. also happy for him on the other guests. But in the end, he sin- Center girl admits she’s not a se- MOON will open an Exclusive San Diego Engagement Friday, June hand. His inclusion in the said cerely thanked me and appreci- rious Face Book user. But being 19th at Landmark’s Hillcrest Cinemas! ambitious program is a clear ated all my efforts. Funny, he playful, she sometimes shocks proof that his career is really even ate ahead of the rest,” she her friends because of some doing well. And I’m proud of laugh. blog entries resulting in a lot of him,” she says. Asked if she’s bothered with concerned emails, text and calls. Paris is one of Mariel’s dream the thought that Zanjoe might One time, due to a painful destination. meet another girl in the lovely period (we’re too shy to write “That’s true,” she exclaims. place while he’s there, Mariel menstruation), she commented Iwa Moto “I haven’t been there and ever confidently muses: she wanted to die. Not explain- ing anything about her period, a series of blind items. She de- since, I’m so vocal about my “No, I trust him a lot so there cided once and for all to cancel Rudo Y Cursi - An oily sports agent’s promise to make one of them desire to visit the place one day. should be no cause for alarm or friends started calling her to ask if there’s anything wrong. She’s her Face Book account. a soccer star leads to an intense rivalry between two Mexican step- And what’s ironic is that Zan- insecurity. It’s just three weeks. Now Iwa is at peace although brothers. joe never dreamt of going to Anyway, we’re constantly sometimes too playful for com- fort that she declared her status she still misses her ‘pet’ in the This film is Rated R by the MPAA. Running time 102 minutes. Paris . The chance just landed communicating with each other Pet Society of the networking Exclusive Engagement Opens Friday, May 15th onto his lap because he plays through text and calls,” she one time as ‘married’ which resulted in a lot of inquiries and portal. 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sheep that do not belong to the fold, who are “scattered in RP Target Lower Your foreign lands”? (Ezekiel 34: 12-13) Jesus promises in today’s World Record Gospel that he will seek out the Balintataw Nets lost sheep and lead them back, by Msgr. Fernando G. Gutierrez and “there will be one fl ock, one for Largest by Virginia H. Ferrer shepherd.” Those who have not Read Monsignor’s previous articles by visit- accepted Jesus Christ, the only Photo Mosaic Read Virginia Ferrer’s previous articles by visiting our website ing our website at www.asianjournalusa.com at www.asianjournalusa.com Shepherd, must keep their hearts PNS – The Republic of the and minds open with hope that Philippines takes a shot a break- an Answer has been given as ing world records when the 180 x God had promised to bring back 160 ft photo mosaic is rolled out Ikaw kaibigan (Part 2) Baa, Baa, Black Sheep the strayed and seek the lost. on April 5, 11 a.m. at the Quirino Joke of the Week: Refl ections has power over him. The Gospel That Answer is Jesus Christ. Grandstand, in Roxas Boulevard. Sa mga pagkakataon na ako’y ‘di mapalagay on the biblical word “shepherd” of John makes it also clear that “Those who, through no fault The photo mosaic printed on gave birth to the word “pastor” God’s vow, “I myself will look of their own, do not know the tarpaulin is made of more than ‘di ba ikaw kaibigan sa akin ay dumaramay as one who is entrusted with the after and tend my sheep” (Ezek. Gospel of Christ or his Church, at hindi ka nga sumusuko hanggang sa huling laban task of nurturing Christians by 34: 11), is fulfi lled in Jesus. The but nevertheless seek God with hanga akong talaga sa’yo wala kang kasingtapang. the Sacred Word and sacraments. OT prophets, such as Ezekiel, a sincere heart, and moved by An elderly Irish priest had retired Isaiah, and Jeremiah, spoke of grace, try in their actions to do from a parish and was replaced God’s condemnation of those his will as they know it through Marami na ring beses na sa aking mga pagluha by another immigrant priest who leaders who failed to act as good the dictates of their conscience sa maraming pangyayari na aking nagugunita came from Germany. At his fi rst shepherds and claimed the sheep - those too may achieve eternal ang aking kalungkutan pinapalitan mo ng tuwa Mass in the parish, the new pas- as their own. “I will appoint one salvation” (Catechism of the tor was introduced as the new shepherd over them to pasture Catholic Church). Whether the ngiti sa aking mga labi ang nais mong ipunla “German shepherd.” them” (Ezek. 34: 23). The false nonbelievers are aware or not of shepherds pastured themselves God’s answer, as long as they At sa lahat ng hiyas ikaw ang pinakamakinang Scriptures: First Reading: Acts instead of the fl ock. God vowed consciously accept the possibil- sa kalinisan ng loob sadyang walang alinlangan 4: 8-12. The author of the Book to go after these shepherds. ity of its existence that Christians of Acts used an occasion, such Refl ections: The message of believe to have been accom- maging sa labas man busilak ang angking kagandahan as miracles, to further instruct the total Paschal Mystery is to plished in Christ, then salvation 1000 photographs of President maligaya ako na ikaw ang aking kaibigan. his readers on the theological make us realize what God has is also theirs! At the same time, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo in ac- meaning and signifi cance of done in Jesus to prove how much those who accept Christ as their tion taken by award-winning selected employees of the Offi ce Sponsoring the event are the an event. In today’s passage, all of us are loved. This love Good Shepherd have the respon- photojournalist and mosaic of the Press Secretary (OPS) also Philippine Charity Sweepstakes the healing of the crippled man of God, according to The Cat- sibility of listening to him and artist Revoli Cortez. The mosaic present to assist him. Offi ce (PCSO)Philippine Amuse- becomes the sign to reveal the echism of the Catholic Church, remaining in his fold. will also carry with it a birth- Entered to the World Records, ment and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor), thin signifi ed the proclamation is realized fi nally and totally in A man had been wandering day greeting for The President the 28,000 sq. ft. mosaic will be , Offi ce of the Press Secretary of Jesus Christ, crucifi ed and “Christ, the Son of God made about in a forest for several on the celebration of her 62nd printed by Golden Touch printers, (OPS), Department of Interior resurrected. Second Reading: 1 man, the Father’s one, perfect, days, unable t fi nd his way out. birthday,0also on April 5. which also holds the record for and Local Government (DILG) John 3: 1-2. Those who con- and unsurpassable Word.” Finally, he saw a man approach- Press Sec. Remonde will lead the largest printed photo sticker in and the Embrace foundation and demned and put Jesus to death St. John of the Cross stated “... ing him in the distance. His the roll out of the mosaic with the world. 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Meg Lifestyle the wind after associating with the Whitman final message was that superb camaraderie of my retired By Marissa Acierto where science and mathematics “Everyone is Important.” comrade, the Mc Buddies.” continue to score poorly in Cali- Afterwards, the room was One of the good things about SAN DIEGO-A glimmer of fornia, we will not have children streamlined with many Republi- by J’Son retirement is the freedom to “HOPE” in the GOP side as Re- who will be prepared to have a cans and awards were given. John travel and explore new parts of the McCann received Politician of the Read J’Son’s previous articles by visiting our website at www. publicans and the Filipino Ameri- better future. She said, “Their is world. Should you decide to take can Republican Club of San Diego no excuse for this type of problem Year Award. April Boling was asianjournalusa.com the trips that you dreamed of when County sponsored a table #26 sat when in Florida they have the an awardee recipient and many you were working? In retirement, to hear what Meg Whitman (R), same ratio of population of La- others. however, you’re free to sit in your Candidate, for California Gov- tino’s approximately 50%, and the Mary Kuper received a pres- living room by yourself every ernor, 2010. Ms. Whitman was Latino children are much better off tigious Volunteer Award who’s After retirement… day to read novels, sing karaoke, an invited guest for the Lincoln because of the system that works.” awardee named after a Filipina listen to radio or maybe watch TV. Reagan Club Dinner Gala Event In California, our system is not American, Trini Bowling, she volunteered tirelessly for many Nobody is going to disturb you. in the evening on April 23, 2009 at working. So, she wants to use the the Town and Country in Mission layout of how it is in other states years as a voter registrar until she what’s next? Why go to the trouble of getting on was diagnosed with Cancer as of an airplane, unless you really love Valley area. and is working for them. Governor Arnold Schwarzenneg- Her emphasis throughout was last year and passed away. That San Diego (4/26/09)- When the worthwhile fifteen years, from to go. tribute was for the Trini Bowling word “retirement” starts to be the Border Patrol/Immigration An ideal retirement trip might be Award which is the first time that mentioned, men and women both and Naturalization Service (INS) one in which you learn some new the Republican Party gave great imagine the change it will bring. now under the supervision of the skills and have built-in interac- accolades to the Filipina’s contri- Did you know that being a woman Department of Homeland Security tion with people. The organized bution. The award was handed to makes it easier for her to accept (DHS). tour that appalled you during Ms. Kuper by two of Ms. Bowl- change? It has to do with all the In an interview, Jinky, as he your working life, might be just ing’s daughter as a special guest changes that she has experienced is fondly called, has this to say: right, now that you’re retired. You from Escondido. both physically and emotionally. “My happy days are here at last, might enjoy sightseeing but would Meanwhile, active Filipino’s This could be the reason why most the days of 9 to 5 are things of be best in getting to know some in progress that attended were elder women didn’t buy Presi- the past. Thanks God, for all the potentially interesting people. President Oscar Garcia, Vice- dent Obama’s campaign slogan, blessings, I’m still strong, live and Remember that travel can be hard Chair (Southbay) Manny Cabildo, “CHANGE.” Change is not new kicking and what else will I ask work, especially if you’re doing Vice-Chair (North County) Julio for women and really don’t mean for, my wife and I will live happily the planning yourself. Most cases de Guzman, Eddie Enriquez, Delia something special to them. with my retirement benefits, more experienced travelers plan a day or Cabildo R.N., Veronica Garcia, so, I will devote my time to her till two each week, in which they take Marissa Acierto, Honorable Mitz It was a beautiful and sunny The Fil-Am Republican Club Table at the Lincoln Club Gala Dinner Lee (Previous and first Filipina San Diego weather, last Saturday the end of time.” a day off from travelling. They Event. (From left to right sitting: Delia Cabildo, R.N.; Vice-Chair, South- While other retirees, has this don’t sightsee. They might do American San Diego Unified morning on April 18, 2009, where bay, Manny Cabildo; Honorable Mitz Lee (Former and First Filipina Ameri- Schoolboard Member), Mark a big and memorable retirement to say: Titong Vinluan; “Retire- laundry or other errands. can San Diego Unified School Board Member), Presiden Oscar Garcia; Ve- Maneclag, Ret. USN and Win- celebration was held at Mc Don- ment is a time when you never get Many retirees claimed that the ronica Garcia; Winnie Varney Maneclag, M.D., Ret. Captain United States nie Varney Maneclag, M.D., Ret. ald, Palm Avenue, San Diego, the around to doing all those things most difficult part of retiring as a Navy. Standing from left to right: President Tony Kravaric (SD Republican Captain, United States Navy. headquarter of Mc Buddies. This you intended to do when you couple is learning how to spend County); Eddie Enriquez; Mark Maneclag, Ret. USN). party was hosted by Mc Buddy were still working.” Val Palaci; time together. Wives have repeat- Jinky Yuson, a retired Navy Master “I’ve worked all my life and paid edly, almost word for word, said, er will be termed out in 2010 and Chief, serving a solid thirty color- my dues, now I’ll do just what I “I couldn’t wait for my husband will not be able to run. Therefore, ful years in the Navy and another want to do or where I go.” Fer- to retire; now I could kill him.” the Republican Party are lean- The feeling of a lack of purpose ing and gearing their support to by most men and unstated needs a female who was former Chief of both partners may create an Executive Officer that ran E-Bay, overwhelming frustration. a popular buy and sell online Take your relationship beyond its world’s marketplace where buy- present level and find new excite- ers and sellers come together and ment and passion. 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San Diego, CA 92126 May 1 - 7, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 17 has a rightful claim to U.S. was sufficient to satisfy the re- passage of time. Some govern- Fullerton, CA and his Bachelor Citizenship, stated that the quirements of Section 301 (g). ment offices and private offices of Arts Degree from the Uni- The Law that Department for purposes of So that our client’s proof of her like hospitals which are the versity of the Philippines. Atty. transmission of U.S. Citizen- parents’ marriage at the time repositories of such documents Bautista practices Immigra- ship views the Philippines as of her birth is the only require- as proof of birth or marriage tion, Bankruptcy, Family, and an outlying possession of the ment needed after submitting do either no longer exist or the Personal Injury Law and Tax Matters United States from April 1, other documents to prove her documents themselves are lost. Audit Representation/Income by Atty. A. Erwin Bautista 1899 to July 4, 1946. citizenship at birth. It will be wise to consult an Tax Preparation. He can be attorney particularly in this reached at (619) 474 7755 in Read Atty Bautista’s previous articles by visiting our website at th www.asianjournalusa.com How U.S. Citizenship at There are different residen- type of important claim to U.S. San Diego at 550 E. 8 St., #11, birth is determined? cy requirements for different Citizenship to assist you in cal- National City, Ca 91950 and at date of births of claimants. culating the physical presence (213) 365 7690 in Los Angeles A previous client who we requirement and in developing, at 3435 Wilshire Bl., Ste. 2700, Immigration: Transmission were able to prove her citizen- There are different require- organizing and searching the Los Angeles, CA 90010.] ship at birth referred her friend ments of residency of the USC needed documents to prove to us and her situation is the parent depending on the date your citizenship at birth. of U.S. Citizenship following. Her father having of birth of the claimant. There What period of residence in the Philippines is counted for born on January 7, 1922 had are also different requirements [We invite readers to call ADVERTISE IN THE the Philippines is counted to transmission purposes? never left the Philippines. Her depending on whether the child Atty. A.Erwin Bautista to set transmit US Citizenship to In a letter from the U.S. State parents are legally married to was born in or out of wedlock. up their initial consultation. ASIAN JOURNAL children? Department regarding a client each other. However her fa- This is an evidence driven Atty. Bautista obtained his who we applied a U.S. Pass- ther’s physical presence in the claim and some documents are law degree from Western State Question: I was born on port, because we believe she Philippines from 1922 to 1946 no longer available due to the University College of Law, (619) 474-0588 February 1, 1957 in the Phil- ippines, am I a U.S. Citizen at birth because my father is a U.S. Citizen even if I was born in the Philippines and my father never lived in the U.S. mainland?

Answer: Depending on the period of residency in the Phil- CHAP Certified ippines of your U.S. Citizen fa- ther you may be a U.S. Citizen at birth. The Philippines was considered an outlying posses- sion of the U.S., for purposes of transmission of U.S. Citizen- ship, from April 11, 1899 to July 4, 1946.

How does one become a U.S. Citizen at birth?

Section 301(g) of the Im- migration and Nationality Act refers to persons born outside of the U.S. mainland and its outlying possession with one U.S. Citizen (USC) parent and one alien parent. There is a residency requirement for the USC parent in order to transmit US Citizenship to the child. The above provision requires the USC parent to have been physically present in the U.S. or outlying possession for a period of at least 5 years, two of which must be after the age of 14. What period of residence in Page 18 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com May 1 - 7, 2009 Little did the New Citizen 619-606-6475. realize, that they had local aides Philippine Consular Outreach For the information of the pub- FAR Voter Registrar: from both sides of the Democrat lic, the Philippine Embassy and and Republican Party in which in Chula Vista on May 2 Consulates General in the U.S. they could of heard their mission started to accept and to process statements as to why Democrats In collaboration with the 1. All applicants for any of applications for Machine Read- New U.S. Citizens and why vote Republicans? Council of Philippine American the above consular services are able Passports (MRP) on June The Filipino American Repub- Organizations of San Diego requested to set up an appoint- By Marissa Acierto the Democrats had President lican Club of San Diego County, 2, 2008. This is a requirement Obama’s still like photo-stand County (COPAO), a team ment with the Consulate, not of the International Civil Avia- Inc. under the leadership of from the Philippine Consul- later than April 30, 2009, SAN DIEGO--In a gloomy day promising them “HOPE”. President Oscar Garcia and Vice- tion Organization (ICAO) for where the past days has been full An interesting observation is ate General in Los Angeles either through fax (213) 639- its member states, including the Chair (Southbay area) Manny will be conducting its monthly 0990 or through email at losan- of scorching heat, many new im- that the Democrats had maximize Cabildo, Vice-Chair (North Philippines, to issue MRPs not migrants spirited, confused and support system from the United Consular Outreach Program on [email protected]. later than 1 April 2010. County area) Julio de Guzman, 2. should nonchalantly walking around the States Citizenship & Immigra- Treasurer Ernie Liwag, Honor- Saturday, May 2, 2009, from Passport Applicants Since applications received by Golden Hall area in Downtown tion Services (USCIS) who is able Secretary Purita Gamos, 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the send an advance copy of their the Philippine Foreign Service as if they were already American the sponsor of these events who Secretary Fe Rivero, PRO Vince COMFORT INN & SUITES, passport application forms and Posts in the U.S. will be sent Citizens will officially be Nau- Bumanglag, Honorable PRO Joe 632 E Street, Chula Vista, data page (bearing the name and to the Department of Foreign Son are heading this mission for CA 91910 (near the corner of photo) of their passports to the Affairs in Manila via diplomatic more voter registration within E Street and Broadway). This Consulate either by fax or by pouch, it will take six weeks for the San Diego County. A series venue will bring these consular email. Incomplete forms will not a passport to be released to the of Voter Registration itinerary services closer to residents of be processed. applicants, from the time the events will continue to follow up Chula Vista and the South Bay. 3. Dual Citizenship Appli- application is accepted. Per- till December 2009. The following services will be cants should send an advance sonal appearance for all will Participants who were involved rendered: copy of their application forms be required for data verification, in the Filipino American Re- 1. Applications for Machine and supporting documents. finger-printing and signature publican Voter’s Registration in Readable Passport (Cost: $50) Incomplete forms will not be capture. Applications by mail Golden Hall was President Oscar and returned to the applicant by processed. will no longer be accepted. Garcia, Eddie Enriquez, Veronica mail at an additional cost of $6. 4. OAV Registrants should Although private commercial Garcia and Marissa Acierto. 2. Applications for the re- also send an advance copy of photo services may be available President Oscar Garcia dress in tention and re-acquisition of their application forms and sup- at the Outreach site, applicants an eloquent blue Barong Tagalog Philippine citizenship pursuant porting documents. Incomplete captivated a Maria Clara Filipina may have their photos taken to Republic Act 9225 or Dual forms will not be processed. elsewhere, provided that the to register to vote. Although Citizenship Law (Cost: $50). 5. Confirmed appointments of to his prevail, the look-a-like photos comply with the new Oath-taking will be scheduled all applicants will be posted at photos requirements for the senior Filipina was then assisted the Consulate’s website (www. by Veronica Garcia who fol- on the same day for qualified MRP. Applicants should visit President Oscar Garcia, Veronica Garcia and Eddie Enriquez and applicants. philippineconsulatela.org). Per- Volunteers with Mary Kuper preparing to sign up Voter’s. lowed through but was confused the Consulate’s website at www. when the Cambodian American 3. Notarization of documents sonal appearance is required philippineconsulatela.org for the preferred to speak her language. (Cost: $25) will be accepted for all applicants. guidelines to be followed for turalized Citizens of the United gave the opportunity for guest 6. While walk-in applicants States of America on April 22, The Cambodian American but this will be processed in Los their passport photos. speakers like the League of Angeles and returned to the ap- may also be entertained, prior- 2009. Women Voters (a supposedly woman stated, “I do not know While some countries may The preparation of the mid- English, and do not understand.” plicant by mail at an additional ity will be given to those with still honor valid green Philip- non-partisan group which leans with morning around 10:30 a.m., the towards Democratic values and For awhile there, the volunteers cost of $6. confirmed appointments pine passports beyond 1 April Democratic Party had their blue philosophy and most members wondered whether she actually 4. Overseas Absentee Voting the Consulate, as posted in the 2010 as bona fide travel docu- tent to the right-side and the Re- are Democrats). USCIS allowed passed the test? (OAV) Registration. (Gratis) website. All walk-in applicants ments until they expire, most publican Party had their red tent the Voters Registrar Coordinator Meanwhile, Eddie Enriquez The Consulate will only accept are advised to transact their countries will require travelers to the left-side. As to the left from the County of San Diego to who volunteered to register payments in cash, postal money business directly with Consul- to hold either MRP or e-Pass- and to the right, an analogy of a set-up a booth and help inside. voters was mistaken twice by order or cashier’s check. Person- ate officials and not through port for their sojourn by 2010. complete switch of location just These employees on staff usually a Senior Republican Caucasian al checks will not be accepted. travel agencies. Walk-in ap- Thus, all Filipinos, including by where the tents ironically was lean towards pro-Democratic val- volunteer who asked him twice, Application forms and require- plicants are by definition those those with valid green passports, oddly positioned. ues, although a non-partisan base “Are you a registered voter?” He ments can be downloaded from who did not pass through travel are encouraged to apply for their The Republican Party, as (the voters outreach mission is to just shooked his head, “I do not the Consulate’s website at www. agencies. understand why the volunteers machine readable passports as always are more uniformed with assist individuals with language philippineconsulatela.org For general information, early as possible. a classic case of the red color barriers such as Filipino’s, Cam- cannot distinguish who the other In view of the anticipated high interested parties may wish to t-shirts attire specifying that bodian’s, Vietnamese, Latino’s, volunteers are?” volume of applicants and in call the Consulate - Tels: 1-213- Meanwhile, another North COPAO Public Relations they are Republicans. The Voter etc.) to register and to help fill- order to ensure an orderly flow 639-0980 to 85. E-mail: lo- Tel # 619-477-4090 Registrar Chair for the Republi- out-application forms inside the Korean American Citizen did not [email protected] or know the party lines but said she of operations, the following can Party was Mary Kuper who Golden Hall entrance. guidelines will be followed: Merly Ferrer of COPAO – Tel: was busy making sure that the The other two partisan organi- is for Obama for political affilia- volunteers had support system. zations were outside and by the tion which in turn is a Democrat. She oriented the Republican time the volunteers got to the One Vietnamese American young volunteers as to what methods to new Citizens, they already had a adult just pointed at the elephant get them interested in signing the Voter Registrar employee which symbol and indicated that is register voters form. Meanwhile, handed a Voter Registration form his affiliated choice which is a the Filipino American volunteers to fill out and was informed by Republican. were making the attempts to sign the employee, to go ahead and do Another young male Latino new voters. Standing by the tent, it at home. American who Eddie Enriquez pulled out-of-the-crowd really was interested to register. He was born in Mexico and was very enthusiatic in being affiliated as part of the “Republican Party”. The voter registration was put to a halt when all the voters either filled out their forms at the outside tent area, inside the tables of the Voter’s Registrar or at home. At the end of the signing, the most important memory was the big smile on most of the new Cit- izens face was an elated glee of tension release but the absolute “Freedom to be part of America and the process that they will continue the future of America’s Dream in the year 2009 whether under President Barak Obama’s administration is that the stimu- lus is the solution versus a Tea Tax Revolt that wants the stimu- lus to stop.” Overall, the future is in the hands that vote.

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He ness meeting; 11:00 a.m., Mary Shadows May 9th, which will be held certified him as a hazardous de- earned the coveted CSP designa- Russell, International Direc- at Northrop Grumman, 9326 vice technician. Carle has four tion from the National Speaker’s tor; 12 noon, lunch and DTM by Zena Sultana Babao Spectrum Center Boulevard children, two grandchildren, and Association and was chosen as recognition plus the presenta- here in San Diego. Cost for the lives in La Jolla, California, with the “Outstanding Faculty Mem- tion of the “Communication and Read Zena Babao’s previous articles by visiting our website at conference is $65.00 per person his wife Joi. ber” for the College of Extended Leadership Award” to Jeff Carle www.asianjournalusa.com pre-paid, or $95.00 at the door. Mary Russell, International Studies at San Diego State and his speech after accept- The theme of the TI D5 Director of Toastmasters. Mary University. ing the award; 1:45 p.m., Peter Spring Conference is “Embrac- is the founder and president The Spring Conference is a Stark on “Surviving and Thriv- An Evening with DAVID BROOKS: ing Change: Building a Better of The Grady Group, a human time for excitement in District ing Change”; 2:30 p.m., keynote Tomorrow.” True success can be resources company. As a human 5 as Toastmasters’ members speech by David Brooks, 1990 defined by the ability to adapt to resources consultant, she pro- compete for the title of District World Champion of Public 1990 World Champion of changing circumstances. vides human resources generalist Champion in the “International Speaking. A stellar line-up of top-notch support to organizations. She Speech and Evaluation Con- Then it’s on to the main event – speakers led by David Brooks received a certificate of special tests.” the International Speech Contest, Public Speaking will inspire everyone to new Congressional recognition for The program for first night of featuring the best talent District Respected, revered, and famous sion is $20.00 per person or heights. The other featured her contribution to the com- the conference will be: 5:30 5 has to offer. Toastmasters leaders share a common trait – two for $30.00. The proceeds speakers will be the following: munity by assisting individuals p.m., socials and dinner; 6:30 International’s District 5 serves effective communication. And from this event will benefit the Jeff Carle, this year’s “Com- with disabilities. 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He Email: [email protected] told him not to panic and to do a Pasay City Youth what he said so. He then grabbed Care Home for 6 Elderly (Continued from page 11) him by the neck and swam back of them are sons of city offi cials, school brawl. Gossips circulated routine that involves complex to the boat. Residents. Please call including a chief of police. that suits were fi led – charges marching sequences that usu- “It was only a few minutes Such mayhem was headlined and counter charges – in the ally deviate from standard drill. later that I realized that what I Natalie (760) 696-6595 in the Manila Times newspaper City fi scal offi ce. In the end, all I Rosel’s group creatively devised did endangered to my own life,” in the Sunday edition. All the heard was that the case was ami- their own fancy marches to Rosel nervously said. bleeding students; and brought names of those involved were cably settled, involving parents, instill platoon’s pride and iden- Such happening became the at the time.” and school and city offi cials. That was the fi rst time I got to Manila Sanitarium Hospital mentioned, including those in- tity, performing in city parades, talk of the campus the follow- for treatment. Nine of those jured. Much to my surprise, my “Privately, that was not the end drill meets, half-timed shows in ing Monday. It lasted for over an unexpected blow from for me. I hated to be bullied!” – anyone; and I felt helpless and brought to the hospital were name was not to be found, al- basketball game, and school’s a week; and the biggest news- either friends of mine or mem- though the newspaper mentioned Riz anniversary celebration. caster or gossiper was the victim humiliated. The sad thing was (To be continued) I couldn’t even lift my arms. I bers of my model platoon. A few that the fi ght was over a girl. The crowd that witnessed our himself, propelling Rosel as the Nothing came out of this sharp, brisk marching exhibition “hero of the week”. had no strength. I lost my nerve. drills in numerous parades in The incident made Rosel popu- I couldn’t even retaliate against Pasay City’s main streets never lar among the school’s teach- this “son of the bitch”. My mind failed to elicit praise, cheers and ers, staff, and students. . “My was virtually blank; although I applauses. The cadets demon- heroic feat must have helped in was conscious other cadets ap- strated their individual and team the selection of a model platoon proached me asking, “What hap- skills in intense competitive leader,” says Rosel with a smirk pened?” to which I only replied, environment.” in his face. “I don’t know.” “The odd thing about all this is Claudio was actually a nice Jerry, a member of my platoon, that I never had any love for any- man, who eventually became a approached me and inquired thing military,” says Rosel. “But practicing dentist in Baclaran, what really happened. By then, I would not say I didn’t enjoy the Pasay City. “But since high I was able to gather my nerve accolades. Each drill meet had school, I never met him any- and suddenly felt aggrieved, re- been a challenge for me!” more,” he said. ally pissed off. I told him Mario “Why was I selected? It’s prob- and Lucas barkada, pointing the ably because of my reputation Nasty School Brawl group some distance away from as magaling and “no-nonsense us, are behind of such attack. youth.” with a loud, deep, and JAS had its students’ military Jerry met up with some friends; booming voice. drill training at Dewey Blvd near and in a few minutes, fi ghts “In retrospect, I think part San Juan De Dios Hospital every broke out on the fi eld with of the reason for my selection Saturday. At break time, Mario swinging rifl es all over the place. was my reputation as a “school approached Rosel, looked at Two cadets jumped at me punch- hero,” apart from a somewhat him, and, without any warning, ing me all over. misplaced perception that I was punched him to the chest that “I managed to release myself a mild-mannered, intelligent dropped him to the ground. The from these bullies, and grabbed individual.” bully then shouted, “Stay away a rifl e. I closed my back against This is how it began, when I from my girl Linda!” much to the wall, and swung the rifl e butt was a sophomore our class went the amazement of the Rosel, who at anyone who attacked me. In to Jale Beach in Las Pinas for was shook up for the fi rst time in the process, I hit several of them group picnic and boating. As we his life. on the arms, legs, bodies, and were out of the bay, one of our Linda was a class mate of heads. skilled swimmers, Claudio, 16, Rosel, whom he tutored in one “They swarmed around me like 155-lbs. teen followed our boat of their class subjects. She was pests,” utters Rosel. by swimming behind us until a friend to him, nothing more. “I Suddenly, a dozen Pasay po- he suffered terrible cramp in his neverAsian had any interest in her,” Journal he licemen came and contained the melee. 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______Page 22 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com May 1 - 7, 2009 world alike to increase awareness Indeed, that was one reason walking distance to our condo of Philippine literature. Buying why we were happy with the unit unit. On the corner of the service “More exposure is certainly key. we purchased. We specifically road,and visible from the SLEX, Filipina shines in top Award-winning titles help raise chose the penthouse unit on the a beautiful, San Francisco- the awareness of Philippine litera- a condo tenth floor, the top-most floor, themed building houses, among ture in general. Critics, bloggers, located on the southeast-facing others, a branch of the Bank of book publisher Penguin journalists, scholars and writers side of the building. That side Philippine Islands, Figaro’s Cof- should spread the word, include unit in the provides a view of the beautiful feehouse, Dencio’s Restaurant, The editorial director of global an Italian Restaurant, a Japanese book publisher Penguin Classics is Philippine works and writers in Laguna Bay. restaurant and others. Crown Filipino-American Elda Rotor. public discussions, cover them in Philippines Renting out our unit either Based in New York, the 37 year the media more, especially if they on a daily, monthly, or yearly Asia, one of Villar’s real estate have favorite works to support,” (Continued from page 5) basis is also one option for us. It companies also holds office old was hired to be executive edi- me. Much to my regret, I gave tor for the Penguin Classics line in she says. “Publishers should sup- could be an income-generating there. port a more global bookshelf - this up my reservation to that condo, property before we decide to We again turned left on the 2006, as she oversaw the publica- thinking that the two I have tion of Penguin Classics’ first two rings true with Penguin Classics, completely settle and retire in four-lane street at the back of the as we continue to support world in Manila would be enough. I the Philippines. A friend of mine restaurants, leading to the gates literary masterpieces going global would have netted $40,000 in Jose Rizal’s ”Noli Me Tangere” literature, identifying the classics who lives in Los Angeles, rents of two subdivisions, the Brittany from around the world.” two year’s time. This was one out his condos in Makati to and the Marina. The land used to and Jose Garcia Villa’s “Doveg- time I regretted not betting on the lion: Collected Poems.” As for young Filipinos who are expatriates, foreign executives of be owned by the Posadas Family, She is also responsible for books not interested in reading the clas- Philippines, as I, just like mil- multinationals in the Philippines. who partnered with the Villars written by American and European sics, Filipino or otherwise, Elda lions of Americans who didn’t One of his units was rented out to have the area developed into writers in the Penguin Classics Penguin Classics’ Executive Editor says that they should give it a try know any better, saw the value of for $3,000 a month. He was paid one of the most beautiful areas line. Elda Rotor presents the “Noli Me because they might be surprised my properties in the U.S. sank. one year in advance. in Metro Manila. A guard house According to Elda: Penguin Tangere” book to Consul General by what they find. Crosswind is one of the many at the gate, manned twenty-four Classics is already waiting for the Cecilia Rebong developments in the the Philip- Sucat Road hours a day marked the entrance translation of Rizal’s “El Fili- pines bult by Vista Land, the to the subdivision. After a few busterismo” from Harold Augen- books OUP published in collabo- holding company owned by the Our unit is only about fifteen meters we turned right, passing braum, who also translated and ration with the New York Public Probe Villar family. minutes drive from the airport through a tunnel under the rail- introduced “Noli Me Tangere” for Library (NYPL), the series was without traffic. With traffic, it road. The new route was recently Penguin Classics. She also reveals written by seven different authors 11 in the evening would entail an additional ten constructed to shorten the way. A that Penguin is reviewing recent who first presented a lecture about Lacson – minutes. This is why the units tunnel was built so that vehicles Man Asia Literary Prize winner a deadly sin at the NYPL. Some of We arrived at the Ninoy are attractive to Balikbayans can avoid crossing the tracks. Miguel Syjuco’s novel, “Ilustra- the authors included in the series Aquino Airport in Manila at 11 (Filipino returnees). From the From there, we were greeted do”, for publication! are award-winning playwright Crusade in the evening. A friend of mine airport, we travelled east along by the sight of the nine beauti- picked us up and brought us to After graduating cum laude with Wendy Wasserstein, Tibetan Bud- PHILIPPINE NEWS SERVICE -- Sucat Road, crossed the South ful buildings of the Presidio at special honors from the George dhist scholar and father of Uma, “INCLUDE Senator Lacson in the BW the condo unit he owns in the Luzon Expressway (SLEX), Brittany Bay, silhoutted in the Washington University with a Robert Thurman, and even novel- stock probe.” An alliance of non-gov- same building where our prop- turned left on the service road, dark of the night by the brightly B. A. in English literature, Elda ist Francine Prose. ernment organizations made this appeal erty is located. Our unit had not and right on the first street. It lit stars in the open sky. Indeed, would then go on to co-found and “Lives and Legacies was a series yesterday following the Supreme Court yet officially been turned over to was a wide, four-lane street that the open spaces of Presidio stood publish New Digressions, an art I helped develop of short biogra- order to revive the case against BW us; hence we could not stay there would eventually lead towards in stark contrast to the sights of and literary magazine that encour- phies of literary figures, of which owner Dan te Tan for the stock price without completing the necessary Laguna Bay, where a tourist Metro Manila amidst the crowd- aged emerging writers and artists I published books on Twain, manipulation he allegedly committed forms and requirements. ed neighborhood of Muntinlupa several years ago. area is being developed by the under 30. Faulkner, Eliot and Whitman. The In times past, whenever we Laguna Bay Lakeshore Author- and the neighboring cities of Very Short Introduction is a great The Crusade for a Better Philippines were in Manila, we usually Her first publishing job came as said since Sen. Panfilo Lacson had ity. The government entity would Taguig and Paranaque. an editor at the Oxford Univer- OUP series of compact and acces- stayed at the Intercontinental build a board walk along the bay, It was nice to be home. – AJ sity Press. With OUP, she would sible introductions on a wide vari- Hotel, Dusit Hotel, and, at one floating restaurants, and other oversee three well-received series ety of topics for the general reader. time, the Renaissance Hotel in tourists attractions. It would be (Next issue: The cost of retir- of books: the Seven Deadly Sins, Among those volumes, I acquired the Ayala Center in Makati. The ing in the Philippines) Lives and Legacies, and Very Documentary Film, Mormonism hotels are conveniently located Short Introductions series. and Kabbalah,” she says. in the Makati business district. Sir Roger Alama, Mr. Harold Even if she grew up in the All we had to do was get out of Augenbraum, Consul General States, Elda says that she has the hotel and walk to the vari- Rebong, Consulate Assistant Car- never lost sight of her Filipino ous malls in the area. However, issa Villacorta, Penguin Associate roots. She has made several visits we wanted to experience staying Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of to the Philippines over the years, in Presidio, hence, we accepted Penguin Books Ms. Elda Rotor, and has several Filipino authors the offer of my friend to rent his Deputy Consul General Melita whose work she admires. Among studio during our two-week stay. S. Thomeczek, Mr. Joe Ramos them are Jose Garcia Villa, F. He usually rents out his unit for and Consul Ed Badajos attend the Sionil Jose and Arturo Rotor. $75-a-day, much less than the Consulate’s celebration of the pub- Her position also provides her daily rate of at least $120 at five- lication of Jose Rizal’s Noli Me with insight as to what the Fili- star hotels in the area. My friend, Tangereby Penguin Classics. pino author needs to break into however, only charged us $35-a- The Seven Deadly Sins was a the international market. Elda also day, plus the use of his extra car. series that Elda herself originated. believes that a lot can be done by “You can rent out your unit to Composed of seven short trade both the media and the publishing Senator Panfilo Lacson tourists for at least $100 a day,” he told me. “Yours has two bed- admitted acquiring BW shares at the rooms, a huge living room and a time of the alleged manipulation, then nice view of the Laguna Bay.” it must be determined if the solon had something to do with the supposed fraud or not. Crusade chair Michael Say noted that, then and now, Lacson remains a public official who is duty- bound to be “clean of any unlawful act.” “Mr. Lacson was the Philippine National Police chief when he acquired the shares. He claims to have proof that he had bought the stocks legally but would not show this evidence publicly. “So what is the assurance that he did not use PNP funds, which is taxpayers’ money, when he supposedly bought the shares?” Say said. As a senator who has been very vocal against alleged wrongdoings by public figures, Lacson must prove that he is not guilty of any illegal deeds. CACAO FARMERS GRADUATION. Cacao farmers in Walang, “The problem is, Senator Lacson Lambunao, Iloilo mill around for a photo op after graduating from keeps on saying that he is innocent their 12 month training and seminar with CocaoPhil. The cacao of anything illegal but he would not show proof or witnesses to support his tree is a new source of livehood for farmers who want to earn innocence..“So, there should not be any at least P300,000.00 per hectare per year. PINOY GONZALES/ problem for the senator to be investi- PNS gated if he really is clean,” Say added.

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