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Fil-Am wins bronze in Vancouver Winter Olympics J.R. Celski, a young Summer of 1964 Filipino-American won his first-ever Olympic medal, a Standard & Poor bullish bronze in 1500 meter speed skating event in the ongoing on Philippine economy The Object of His Affection Vancouver Winter Olympics Global ratings in Canada. agency Standard Bobby feasted his eyes on the beauti- Celski born in Monterey, & Poor’s forecasts ful and angelic face of Pichona. She was California is the youngest of a Philippine econ- a mestiza, a member of an hacendero fam- three brothers. His father is omy outperform- ily in Negros Province. Right away, he Robert Celski served in the ing the govern- felt like he was falling in love. He did U.S. Army and his mom is a ment’s expectation not have the opportunity to talk to her Filipina named Sue. and grow by 3.7 anymore, as the boys in the group grew percent this year. boisterous. But whenever he looked at The govern- her eyes, she would smile and shyly look ment has set its away. The way they looked at each other economic growth was enough. It was as if they were hav- target for 2010 at tractions. ing a profound conversation, concious of a range of 2.6 to 3.6 percent. In its latest report, en- each other’s feelings. It was a kind of flirt- S&P said the Philip- titled “Global Credit Portal,” ing two people in love could feel and ex- pines will be able to follow the credit-rating firm said perience. Right there and then, through on its growth per- one of the Philippine econ- Bobby resolved that he would formance last year, when omy’s strengths is sustained pursue her affection no the country barely avoided growth in domestic con- matter what. Even if it John Robert Celski [Photo by a recession and grew by 0.9 sumption, which countered would mean he had to Matthew Stockman / Getty Im- percent while many other the ill-effects of declines in travel to her place in ages] countries had registered con- export incomes. faraway Bacolod. J.R. when he was young was an ace at in-line skating. His speed and tactics earned By Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. him many plaudits in the Pinoy architect wins 2nd Publisher & Editor youth in-line circuit. But it Asian Journal San Diego was in 2002 that he watched The original and first Asian his idol Apolo Ohno compete place in Dublin competition Journal in America at the 2002 Winter Olympics Arnelio Ala- in Salt Lake City. no’s entry entitled See page 3 As Celski watched Apolo “Reflections” won grace the turns, salvage a runner-up honors silver in the 1,000 and skate in the 3rd RPA- to gold in the 1,500 meters, Luas Art Compe- it was clear to J.R. that his tition in Dublin future lay in short track. Ireland. Even though he missed The contest Nonito Donaire retains the minimum-age requirment was organized by for the 2006 Winter Olympic the Railway Pro- Games in Turin by just over curement Agency WBA boxing championship a fortnight, a bronze medal in association “Reflections” by Arnelio Alano Filipino boxing sensa- in the 500 meters at the 2006 with Temple Bar tion Nonito Donaire retained World Junior Championships Cultural Trust, as artists were based in Dublin over the past the World Boxing Associa- in Romania was a sign of invited to submit entries three years as an Architectur- tion interim super flyweight things to come. using the theme of Luas al technician. Before moving championship battering At the 2009 World Cham- Docklands – the new exten- to Ireland, Arnel worked for Manuel Vargas of Mexico pionships in Vienna, Celski sion of the Luas Red Line to 19 years in Saudi Arabia as in a 3rd knockout at the Las skated to gold in the 3,000 The Point, which opened in an architectural designer. Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas, meters and also earned anoth- December 2009. All 12 Runners-Up were Nevada. er a member of the 5,000 me- Alano’s work together each awarded a month on A left uppercut by ter relay team. He also cruised with the winning entry will the limited edition RPA Donaire sent Vargas flat on to bronze medals in the 1,000 be displayed at Luas stops 2010 Official Calendar. The his back at 1:33 of the third and 1,500 meters. and on trams and feature on Runner-up prize also con- of their scheduled 12-round At the 2009 World Junior the cover of the RPA-Luas sists of: bout counted out by referee Championships in Quebec, 2010 calendar along with the Alano’s work came in Joe Cortez. J.R. Celski was at it again, other runners-up. second to the winning design “He (Vargas) could not earning a gold in the 500 Alano was born in the back me up so the last round Donaire battles Mexico’s Manuel Vargas [Photo courtesy of Ma- meters and another with the (Continued on page 17) Philippines and has been (Continued on page 13) nila Bulletin] (Continued on page 15) Condura Run to help Attend a free presentation BPO firm Stream Global to preserve Bohol’s Dolphins for MONTELUCE - hire 5,000 call agents in ‘10 An annual run that wants advocates the progress and the high point of Tagaytay New York-listed business to preserve the Philippines’ development of both running process outsourcing firm marine environment is for and the marine environment. Stream Global Services Inc. good cause. On the first Condura Run, plans to hire 5,000 workers The Condura Run’s advo- funds were raised to help this year of whom 1,500 will cacy has a two- the Tubbataha Reef. be employed within the next fold objective – On the second, for two months. running and the the whale sharks of Stream Global chief ex- marine environ- Donsol. ecutive R. Scott Murray said ment. Running is This year, they were on a hiring binge, a sport every the Condura and are too looking for an- Filipino Run is for the other call center site, prob- Call center agent [Photo could easily dolphins of ably in Cavite, to add to the courtesy of The OAM Blog] prepare for Bohol, where nine call centers it already and participate 50 pesos from had in the country. Global’s call centers in in, and the ma- each paying He said the entry-level Cebu City, Eastwood Libis, $34,000 condo units in Tagaytay. While you are away, you can rent out salary was P12,000 a month Quezon City, Makati City, rine environment registrant plus your unit as a condotel and make money on your investment. Presentations is a trove of infinitely many any excess funds from the available on March 1- 10, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Asian plus a 10,000-peso hiring Muntinlupa City, Man- treasures – a rich diversity of race will go to rehabilitate Journal office at 550 East 8th Street Suite 6, National City, CA 91950 (in bonus. daluyong City and Pam- aquatic life. the Baclayon pier and build Old Schoolhouse Square). Call (619) 474-0588 or e-mail asianjournal@ The new hires are to panga. Condura passionately aol.com for more information. be spread out in Stream (Continued on page 2) (Continued on page 19) Page 2 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 19 - 25, 2010 crete system and policies “By developing communi- Out of the registration fee be followed for every grant Condura Run to ties like Girawan, we are able to be paid by runners, P50 The Metamorphosis that is given to any nation? to pre- will go Another strategy is to just fi - help preserve vent the to a fund nancially support with ample defor- managed by Ernie Delfi n internal controls to enlarge estation by Con- the capacity and capabil- Bohol’s Dolphins Read Ernie Delfi n’s previous articles by visiting our website at (Continued from page 1) and pol- dura to ity of many proven global lution of www.asianjournalusa.com. a fl oating wharf. Within the protect organizations like the Rotary riverside span of three years, Condura the dol- International, and those ad- com- set high standards in organiz- phins in vocacies founded or headed munities ing running events and, at the Bohol. by the CNN HEROES who and at Good- Helping were profi led and honored same time, help in the conser- the same vation of marine life, one race News- the last couple of years! For time at a time. Pilipinas. instance, the CNN Hero of create To make it more interest- com is an Haiti the Year, Efren Penafl orida alterna- offi cial ing, the Condura Run for the can do much more if given tive tourist attractions to ease Dolphins 2010 is now a full media sponsor of the Condura more money, resources and the overcrowding of the whale marathon, fi ring off this Feb- Run 2010. RE-EVALUATING HOW Above Self. management to spread his sharks during peak season,” ruary 7 (Sunday) at The Fort From Good News Philip- WE (USA) ASSIST OTHER literacy programs not only said Concepcion. pines PEOPLE AND NATIONS * ** in the Philippines where he in Taguig City. is now a national “hero” but “Running is our passion As I am writing this, Pondering why Haiti the entire world! and our mission is to get the CNN is reporting that almost and many other countries Probably a long term whole Philippines as passion- 100,000 people have per- in Latin America and Asia, investment in a ‘human de- ate about running as we are,” ished and hundreds of thou- remain poor and impoverished velopment college” designed said Condura Run founder sands more are still missing despite the millions if not bil- for future leaders of these and Condura President and in Haiti due to a devastating lions of dollars being poured poor countries might be good COO Ton Concepcion. 7.0 earthquake that hit this (doled out) by the United Na- idea? “The only way we can do already poor island-nation. tions, and other wealthy na- My innate fear is that this is to give runners the best Amidst this tragedy, however, tions, like America, however, despite the billions of dol- running experience possible.” it is heart-warming to see forced my inquisitive mind lars being poured unto Haiti, With 5 events on tap, that many nations from the to ask a series of why, why, there will be no dramatic including the 3k, 5k, 10k, 21 wealthy nations to the not why? The answers that came improvement of the peoples’ k and 42.195-km full mara- so-rich nations of the world out from my discernment lives because the peoples’ thon, the third Condura Run sending their volunteer army made me sick and quite mad paradigm, the political and is expected to draw a record of soldiers, doctors and nurses for the lack of social justice! economic structures, systems fi eld with organizers expect- to help out in this horrifi c hu- Simply because, oftener than and policies did not change ing to surpass last year’s man tragedy. Much needed not, millions upon millions and the status quo remains 6,279 roster, which more than food, water, medicines and of dollars are siphoned by cor- the name of game. tripled the 2,000 runners who clothing are reaching the rupt leaders of many recipi- A more radical approach, took part in the inaugural run country everyday. ent nations, including some may be, is to just annex in 2008. It is quite noteworthy to unscrupulous independent Haiti as our 5lst state, with “We have indeed come a know that Rotarians are also contractors who are “hired” to the positive referendum of long way as we enter the third involved in Haiti and have help rehabilitate the country its citizens and approval of year of the Condura Run. We sent those Shelter Boxes being helped. So much money the USA. It will be cheaper have run further and further right away. Many decent na- has been lost due to graft and more benefi cial for from 10k, 21 k and now we tions are instantaneously con- and corruption worldwide! America in the long run as it are proud and excited to be nected in their humanity in This phenomenon happened can also profi t by developing staging our very fi rst Condura and still happening in Iraq, the country by just adopting Skyway 42k marathon,” said alleviating the inexplicable License # 01113433 sufferings of the people of Afghanistan, Philippines, our system of government, Concepcion. Haiti and in its rehabilita- Pakistan, Malaysia, Haiti and economic policies and infra- With the marine environ- tion. A true human being is in many more poor countries. structures. ment for a cause, organizers pleased to witness that global Even the UN Food for Peace have partnered with Bantay help is freely and lovingly program was riddled with Comments, anyone? Kalikasan (BK) for Girawan, offered without regard to the corruption in the recent past! a community based ecotour- one’s color, creed or politics. With the analogy of the *** ism project site of BK located Indeed, the world instantly “Tough Love” program for by the riverbanks that lead out became one magical “Small addicts and delinquent chil- Email writer: ernie. to Donsol and into the feeding Village After All” in this dren in the USA, how about delfi [email protected] or drban- grounds of the whale sharks. global humanitarian Service requiring or exacting a con- [email protected]

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February 19 - 25, 2010 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 3 “So you are coming to Ma- nila for your college studies?” Philippine he asked her. She nodded. “Where?” he asked. Stories “At Maryknoll,” she re- plied. by Simeon G. Silverio Jr. “Another girl school? Why Read Sim Silverio’s previous articles by visiting our website at don’t you try U.P.?” he asked. www.asianjournalusa.com “My parents won’t let me,” she answered. “You can’t be sheltered the Summer of 1964 rest of your life. You have to try to do some wild things.” “What wild things?” she asked. The Object of “You know, going to school with boys, learning to live in a typical society.” His Affection She smiled. After a while, (Fourth in a series of stories) she asked: “Do you It was the summer of 1964. also go to One early Friday evening, Letran just Bobby got a call from his like your friend Monte. friends?” “Get ready,” Monte said. “Yes,” he “We will pick you up at lied. He was eight.” ashamed to “Where are we going?” he admit that asked. he was go- “We will just hang out at ing to a pub- the bowling alley.” lic school, Occasionally, their group her friends and a cousin. They unlike his private school (composed of Letran boys were all sipping club soda, friends. He was worried that Monte, Mandy, Val and the bowling alley’s specialty, she might look down at him. Danny plus Quiapo residents as they got to know the boys “What’s your favorite past Bobby and Jimbo) would go better. Right away, Bobby no- time?” he asked, trying to to the Sierra Lanes Bowling ticed Margot’s cousin Picho- change the topic. Alley on Mayon Street near na. She was very quiet and “I read poetry and the rotunda on the boundary demure, looking like a saint. write poems,” she of Manila and Quezon City to She was a Marita Zobel look- answered. check out and meet girls. This alike, a teenage movie star He smiled. time, Jimbo was unavailable known for her good girl im- For once, he met and did not go with them. age at that time. In contrast, somebody who “That girl looks familiar,” Margot looked the opposite, a shared his passion. Monte pointed at a mestiza mean girl with sharp looks “Who are your seated among her friends in an and heavy make- favorite poets?” adjacent table in the restaurant up that reminded he asked. inside the bowling alley. him of the wicked stares of “Shelly, “We met her in San Juan, Claudia Cardinale, an Italian Frost, Whitman, remember?” Val reminded movie star. Bobby sat beside Tennyson,” she him. “At your cousin’s party.” Pichona and immediately, he replied. “Yeah,” Monte agreed. He felt a connection. She was “What do you stood up and walked towards very shy as she answered his think of Edgar the girls. They recognized him questions. She was vaca- Allan Poe’s as Monte pulled a chair and tioning from Bacolod City works?” sat with them. A few minutes where she was fi nishing her “I later, the boys joined them. fourth year in high school. love The girl, Margot, was with He struck her like a typical (Continued convent girl. on page 5) Page 4 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 19 - 25, 2010 New York City than in Rome, Spain - Spain literally Italy ; and more Jews in New means ‘the land of rabbits.’ Food for thought York City than in Tel Aviv, St. Paul , Minnesota - St. Street Poetry Israel . Paul, Minnesota , was origi- Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asian- nally called Pig’s Eye after a journalusa.com Ohio - There are no natu- ral lakes in the state of Ohio , man named Pierre ‘Pig’s Eye’ by Michael R. Tagudin everyone is manmade. Parrant who set up the fi rst business there. 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There is a city 12,261 meters (about 40,226 I can feel the cold ply. , Chicago has the largest Pol- called Rome on every conti- feet or 7.62 miles). It was The cold of winter The Amazon River pushes ish population in the world. nent. drilled for scientifi c research During the middle so much water into the At- Detroit - Woodward Siberia - Siberia contains and gave up some unexpected Of summer lantic Ocean that, more than Avenue in Detroit, Michigan, more than 25% of the world’s discoveries, one of which I am freezing one hundred miles at sea off carries the designation M-1, forests. was a huge deposit of hydro- In this intense heat so named because it was the the mouth of the river, one S.M.O.M . - The actual gen - so massive that the mud Hoping for dark days can dip fresh water out of the fi rst paved road anywhere. smallest sovereign entity in coming from the hole was To take over ocean. The volume of water Damascus, Syria - Da- the world is the Sovereign “boiling” with it. in the Amazon river is greater mascus, Syria, was fl ourish- Instead of this brightness Military Order of Malta United States - The Eisen- I feel so naked than the next eight largest ing a couple of thousand years hower interstate system re- (S.M.O.M). It is located in So alone rivers in the world combined before Rome was founded in the city of Rome, Italy, has quires that one-mile in every and three times the fl ow of all 753 BC, making it the oldest an area of two tennis courts, fi ve must be straight. These In contrast rivers in the United States .. continuously inhabited city in and as of 2001 has a popula- straight sections are usable To the blue sky Antarctica - Antarctica existence. tion of 80, 20 less people than as airstrips in times of war or Clear days is the only land on our planet Istanbul, Turkey - Istan- the Vatican. It is a sovereign other emergencies. It’s so weird that is not owned by any bul, Turkey, is the only city entity under international law, Waterfalls - The water of It should be winter country. in the world located on two just as the Vatican is. Angel Falls (the World’s high- Light up the fi re Ninety percent of the continents. Sahara Desert - In the est) in Venezuela drops 3,212 Feel the heat world’s ice covers Antarc- Los Angeles - Los An- Sahara Desert , there is a feet (979 meters). They are But it’s so hot gele’s full name is El Pueblo tica . This ice also represents town named Tidikelt , Algeria 15 times higher than Niagara It’s summer! seventy percent of all the de Nuestra Senora la Reina de , which did not receive a drop Falls .. fresh water in the world. As Los Angeles de Porciuncula of rain for ten years. You should learn some- strange as it sounds, however, -- and can be abbreviated to Technically though, the thing new every day. ©2010 Michael R. Tagudin. All rights reserved. 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(619) 702-3051 February 19 - 25, 2010 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 5 he knew that one false move Finally, Monte told every- Pichona said and walked Summer of 1964 asked as he was left alone would make him an outcast one: “Let’s go. Maybe they without a partner. away. in Monte’s group. But his took a cab and went home.” He looked at her and saw “Share Margot with Bob- dissatisfaction was growing That was the last time Bob- by,” Monte grinned. “She’s the image of the love of his intense. While many boys of by saw Pichona for a while. youth slowly fade away in his The Object of more than enough for him.” his age would die to have that For forty years, he always Val sulked and chose to eyes. But he would not let her opportunity of being with a thought about her and won- go that easily. He waited for stay in the car. girl, he detested that moment dered what would have been As if on cue, Margot held years for that moment and he His Affection not only because he felt be- if they had an opportunity to wanted some questions to be Bobby’s hand and led him to ing unfaithful to Pichona but be together that evening. He a dark spot of the park. Bobby answered, an enigma yet to be (Continued from page 3) they were having a profound also because he didn’t have finished his studies, became resolved. conversation, concious of each looked at Pichona as she was any feelings for the aggres- a doctor, married a classmate ‘The Raven’.” being led away by Monte. She “Pichona,” he called her Bobby was about to re- other’s feelings. It was a kind sive girl. The moments that and settled in the U.S. with again. of flirting two people in love looked helpless. He felt like followed seemed to be an his children and grandchil- cite the poem to impress her they were star-crossed lovers She stopped and turned when Monte stood up and could feel and experience. eternity. He wondered if he dren. Through all those years, around. Slowly he approached Right there and then, Bobby being forcefully separated by would ever survive them. As the image of the demure and said: “Let’s go to A & W’s for authorities. her. Like a fool hopelessly in snacks.” resolved that he would pursue Margot continued to paw on beautiful girl never left his love, he asked her: “Do you her affection no matter what. “Let’s sit here,” he heard him, he felt like a ticking time mind. The group agreed and Margot tell him. think if we were not separated stood up. Bobby, like a gentle- Even if it would mean he had bomb about to explode. In a During a stopover at the that evening, there would be a to travel to her place in far- He quietly followed her on moment, he was ready to push Los Angeles Airport after man, held Pichona’s elbow the grass as his thoughts were future for the two of us?” and they walked together away Bacolod. her back, stand up and walk participating in a Filipino- She wanly smiled, turned After they were done with still with Pichona. They were away. American golf tour in the towards the car. A & W’s was quiet for a while as he looked around and walked away. an American-style restaurant their meals. Monte stood up “No, no, no. let me go,” he Philippines, he saw her again. When she reached the gate, and went to a corner. Mandy at the stars that dotted the heard himself say the words in He was walking towards her popular among teenagers in sky. After a long uncomfort- he knew the answer. the 1960s. it was owned by and Danny joined him. The his mind. and right away, he felt his She was met by a girl her trio talked quietly as mischie- able moment, he felt Margot’s Suddenly, Margot stopped heart beat faster. an American businessman hand creeping towards him. age. They kissed each other’s and served A & W root beer vous smiles flashed on their and looked around. “Pichona,” he greeted her. lips, held each other’s hands, faces. When they returned to She moved her face towards “No, no, no, let me go,” he She stopped and smiled at and other American dishes. It him and immediately, he and went on with their lives. was located near the corner of the table, Monte announced heard the words again. him. She looked older but still – AJ to the group: “Let’s go to the smelled her strong perfume Right away, he rued the beautiful. Quezon Blvd. Ext. and Roces mixed with her perspiration. Avenue in the Circle Rotunda Quezon Memorial Circle.” moment. He knew he would “Do you remember me?” (To be continued) It was as if Margot un- She was sweaty. She looked be the laughing stock of his he asked. in Quezon City. They boarded at his eyes and smiled mean- two cars to reach the place. derstood his intentions. She friends for resisting a girl. “Yes,” she replied. “You smiled at him in agreement. ingfully. As he sat frozen and But then again, he realized he were with us at the bowling Bobby made sure that he sat motionless, she took the ini- beside Pichona. Even that The Quezon Memorial Circle was not the one uttering those alley.” at that time was a huge round tiative and kissed his lips. He words. It was Pichona. He recited a line from early, the boys marked their felt uncomfortable and didn’t territory by staying by the piece of land dedicated to the “What happened?” Margot William Wordsworth’s poem Advertise memory of the late Philippine like the idea. His thoughts asked aloud. “Ode on Intimations of Im- girls of their choice. Val was were with Pichona who was in a quandary as there was no Commonwealth President “I don’t know what’s with mortality” : “Though noth- in the Manuel L. Quezon. His huge being feasted on by his friend your cousin,” Monte answered ing can bring back the hour, partner left for him. Monte. Monte to him was a At A &W’s, Bobby chose memorial monument towered from afar. Of splendour in the grass, of above the vast empty land, brute, an uncouth man-child Margot stood up. Bobby glory in the flower ….” Asian to have a banana split while who was big for his age. He the others had the typical filled with tall cogon grass. also raised his upper body “Yes, the poetry guy,” she It was the “lover’s lane” of was an unsophisticated guy from the ground and turned said smiling. hamburgers and hot dogs. who never loved poetry and Seated across from her teenagers at that time. With around as he saw Margot run- “I wanted to be with you Journal! only the shine of the full moon always had sex on his mind. ning after Pichona. that evening,” he confessed. on the table, Bobby feasted Pichona would be like a halp- his eyes on the beautiful and to guide them, they parked “Pichona, wait, where are Pichona smiled. Call (619) their cars on the lot. Bobby less chick in the claw of a you going?” she called. He wanted to ask for her angelic face of Pichona. She brutal eagle. was a mestiza, a member of thought that he had a stake on “She’s not yet ready,” phone number and get it touch Pichona, but Monte told him Margot suddenly be- Monte smiled at Bobby as he with her in the future, but with an hacendero family in Ne- came aggressive. Not con- 474-0588 gros Province. Right away, he to take Margot. put a cigarette in his mouth a wife, children and grand- “But,” he protested. tent with kissing Bobby’s and lit it. children at home, he real- felt like he was falling in love. lips, she pushed him on the He did not have the opportu- “Go on,” Monte told him They waited for thirty min- ized that it would complicate firmly. “Margot wanted you.” ground, stayed on top of him utes but Pichona and Margot things for him. nity to talk to her anymore, and forcefully kissed and as the boys in the group grew He could not protest since did not return. “I’ll see you around,” Monte was the leader of the embraced him. Bobby felt boisterous. But whenever he suffocated. He could hardly looked at her eyes, she would group. He was responsible for inviting him to the group’s breathe with the smell of the smile and shyly look away. strong perfume and sweat of The way they looked at each activities. “What about me?” Val Margot irritating his nostrils. other was enough. It was as if He could not resist her as Page 6 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 19 - 25, 2010 Perspectives

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It is hard to imagine Devastation is cal Gambling, according to that just one generation ago, seen in trust the Diagnostic and Statistical Problem Gambling: the availability of gambling being broken, Manual of Mental Disorders. was very different. In 1975, jobs lost, fami- Gambling workshop at Kalusugan Community Nevada was the only state that lies breaking Services. Risk Factors: There are The Hidden Addiction had casinos and just 13 other up, homes lost, some factors that increase a By Debbie Rull, M.A., states had and lives changed forever. causes disruptions in any ma- person’s risk for becoming a Problem gamblers have higher jor area of life: psychological, problem gambler. CCGC-I, NCGC-I lottery. To- day, almost rates of stress-related physical physical, social, or vocation- A) Family history plays a every state illnesses, divorce, bankruptcy, al.” So this could be a father huge part of whether a per- Problem gambling remains arrests, and incarceration. who goes to a card club for son will have a tendency to hidden because it is hard to has some legal form And problem gamblers have several hours after work in- gamble. If a person grows up discern when gambling be- the highest rate of suicide stead of going home to spend in a family where he or she havior is socially appropriate of gambling, except for attempts among any other ad- time with his family. Or an is exposed to gambling at a and when it starts to become a diction. elderly man who feels that his young age, or if there are fam- problem. Utah and Hawaii. There are observable signs luck will run Problem gamblers are also when someone is starting to in denial. Here are some tips out if he gets San Diego develop a gambling problem. up from his to know whether you have Social gamblers only gamble crossed the line. has 18 Indian machine so reservations, occasionally, they can take he neglects to it or leave it. When they do In California, approximate- the largest take his medi- Gambling workshop attendees. gamble, they stick to their ly 922,000 adult and 596,700 number in cation, eat on money limit. And although time, or run to youth are problem gamblers. groups. It remains hidden the country. There are 11 ex- they hope to win, they expect It could be that a person you the bathroom. because it is hard to discern isting casinos on these Indian to lose. On the other hand, a Or a college know is one of them, but you when the gambling behavior reservations, and there are problem gambler will spend may not know it. Problem student who is socially appropriate and several new and expanding increasingly more time and/or plays online when it starts to become casinos in the planning stages. more money gambling. They poker every a problem. Not only is These casinos have gross borrow money and are unable night instead it hard to discern, but revenue of more than $1.5 to pay it back. They begin to of going out the problem is a diffi cult billion, employ more than lie about how much money with friends one to admit. Denial is 13,000 workers with an an- and how much time they or dating. Left to right; Edgar Capacio, Dr. Ofelia Dirige, a huge part of problem nual payroll of $270 million, gamble. Their entire world Or a woman UPAC staff member and Debbie Rull. gambling. And if you and attract more than 40,000 becomes revolved around don’t recognize the signs people daily. The gambling gambling. And, unlike a whose husband just died who ily members who have a gam- or cannot admit that you industry in San Diego has social gambler, they expect to spends every day sitting in bling problem, or if the family have a problem, then such a strong presence. It win. And when they do lose, front of a slot machine. Or overemphasizes money and your situation will only provides entertainment, em- they continue playing to win someone who is unable to competition, then the person get worse. ployment, and most of all, it back their losses, a behavior function at work on Monday will have a higher likelihood generates revenue. referred to as “chasing”. because they have been at the of developing a gambling Availability of gam- According to the National casino since the Friday before. problem. gambling does not discrimi- bling: Americans spend more Facts about problem Council on Problem Gam- When someone gets to B) If a person has an early nate. It affects young and on gambling than they do each gambling: Unfortunately, bling, problem gambling is a point where they can no “big win”, then the person will old, rich and poor, men and year on groceries, approxi- gambling can develop into a when “gambling behavior longer control their gambling, (Continued on page 8) women, and all ethno-cultural mately $600 billion annually.

land in Southwest Alaska are all within a few blocks. Local guides custom-design the meatiest in the state. The The city’s military history trips that range from one day salmon runs are incredibly is another attraction. A major to a full week and include At Large... rich. And the bears are the staging area during World gear, guide services, lodging largest on the continent. War II, Kodiak offers military and meals. by Miles Beauchamp Big bears and plump fi sh buffs a chance to tour sites To experience the true aren’t all the island has to like Miller Point bunker, a wilderness, rent a cabin. offer. Culturally diverse, lush concrete bunker featuring a Depending on the location, Read Miles Beauchamp’s previous articles by visiting our web- and more temperate than series of small turrets where site at www.asianjournalusa.com some include use of a small much of the rest of the state, servicemen peered through fi shing boat, fuel, propane and Kodiak is Alaska’s gem. slits, watching the sea for a banya, an Alaskan Native “’Exotic is the way visitors signs of enemy ships. steam-bath house. always describe the island,” Today, about 15,000 people Sea kayaking is a novel Ready to start said Pam Foreman, execu- live on Kodiak Island, many way to explore the ever- tive director of the Kodiak of them in the fi shing busi- changing tidal fl ats in and Island Convention & Visitors ness. With 2,600 vessels and around Kodiak Island. Pad- exploring Alaska Bureau. “Blue water, plush an annual harvest exceeding dlers come close to Steller forests, tons of wildlife, and $80 million, Kodiak is one of sea lions, sea otter and often Kodiak Island the richness that comes from Close-up of Native woman the largest commercial fi shing in fur and beaded headdress, see whales. Rental companies As it gets closer to the time have to share it. This week different cultures all living in ports in the nation. holding fur fan. Photogra- and outfi tters can be found in when my son and I head out I’m sharing Kodiak Island. one place.” But for most visitors, pher: Kristen Kemmerling Kodiak. to Anchorage, I spend more You’re welcome. Situated in the Gulf of wildlife - in particular, Ko- And if fi shing or kayak- time researching the place. While “in Alaska, words such Alaska, Kodiak Island is the diak brown bears - defi ne the ing don’t suit you, consider Oh, it’s not that I didn’t as “spectacular” and “awe- largest of dozens of islands entrepreneur Alexander Bara- island’s image. Kodiak Island bird watching. Shorelines know the usual things about inspiring” tumble easily and that cover an area the size of nof, which today serves as the affords unmatched opportu- are bordered by craggy cliffs the 49th state, it’s just that often from the mouths of trav- Connecticut. But two-thirds Baranov Museum. nity to watch the huge bruins. that migrating sea birds use I fi gured it was time to get elers. But Kodiak Island earns is a national wildlife refuge The Russians’ move into They’re so common that most to nest. Over 200 species more in depth with the knowl- more superlatives than just and not accessible by road. Kodiak was not without tour guides confi dently guar- have been identifi ed in the edge. And you know how we about any place in Alaska. The city of Kodiak, the larg- confl ict. In the mid-1700s, antee that visitors will see a archipelago and sightings of writers tend to be - as soon The crabs pulled from the est community on the island over 20,000 Alutiiq Eskimos bear. birds such as golden-crowned as we learn something we waters surrounding the is- with a population just over lived on the island. The two About 3,000 brown bears, sparrows, Wilson’s warblers, 7,600, is surprisingly cosmo- groups fought deadly battles. the coastal cousins of the winter wrens and water pipits Russian traders and merchants ASIAN JOURNAL politan. Kodiak is 252 miles grizzly, live in the Kodiak are common. Colorful sea southwest of Anchorage and a introduced new diseases to archipelago. When they fi rst birds including tufted puffi ns, The fi rst Asian-Filipino weekly in Southern California the indigenous population. An award-winning newspaper, it is San Diego’s most one-hour fl ight by jet. come out of hibernation in black-legged kittiwakes, Stell- widely circulated Asian-Filipino newspaper! A mild maritime climate Museums, cultural centers and the spring, the bears feed on er and king eiders and harle- insulates the island, encour- research into more than 800 plants and berries. They soon quin ducks thrive in the water Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Genevieve Silverio aging rich sea life and a lush archaeological sites - includ- turn to river runs of abundant Publisher & Editor Managing Editor surrounding the islands.” blanket of vegetation. The ing rare petroglyphs - are salmon that return from the For information on Kodiak Santi Silverio Miles Beauchamp green is so intense; Kodiak part of an on-going effort to ocean to spawn in the sum- Associate Editor Island businesses who oper- Associate Publisher Island is called the Emerald strengthen the region’s Native mer. Biologists credit the ate tours and trips contact the Ashley Silverio Isle. And all that green is heritage. abundance and concentration Kodiak Island Convention & Assistant Editor stretched over a landscape of The island’s six villages of salmon runs for the bears’ Visitors Bureau at (907) 486- jagged peaks, fjords and wide are accessible by scheduled or superior size. In Pursuit of Excellence 4782 (e-mail: kicvb@ptialas- valleys. charter commuter air carriers, Experienced fl oatplane ka.net) or visit the web site at Eugenio “Ego” Osin, (1946 - 1994) Nature certainly defi nes easily arranged in Kodiak. A Joe Cabrera, (1924 - 1996) pilots fl y over rivers choked http://www.kodiak.org. Kodiak, but the history of its visit offers a unique blend of with spawning salmon, know- Soledad Bautista, (1917-2009) Alutiiq, Russian and Scandi- Dr. Rizalino “Riz” Oades, (1935-2009) people is as rich. The Rus- ing they’ll spot bears. Using For national park informa- sian explorers who fell upon navian cultures. planes equipped with fl oats, tion, contact the Kodiak Na- Kodiak, wiped out by a The Asian Journal is published weekly and distributed in all Kodiak in the mid-1700s pilots land on nearby lakes or tional Wildlife Refuge at (907) volcano in 1912 and hit hard Asian communties in San Diego County. Publication date is ev- made it the capital of Russian wide spots in the river so their 487-2600. by a massive 1964 earth- ery Friday of the month. Advertising deadline is Thursday prior Alaska and built the island clients can safely watch the For Alaska Visitor Informa- quake, emerged from natural to publication date at 5 p.m. For advertising rates, rate cards, or into a major trading center. animals from the plane. tion write to: Dept. 712, P.O. disasters a compact and urban information, call (619) 474-0588. Subscription by mail is available Today, visitors fi nd a taste Humans like to fi sh Ko- Box 196710, Anchorage, AK city. Travelers can pick up for $50 per year (56 issues). The Asian Journal is not responsible of this history in Kodiak and diak’s waters, too. Year-round 99519-6710. Also 800 862- both backcountry guides and for unsolicited manuscripts and photographs but welcomes sub- in six other villages on the fi shing offers anglers deep-sea 5275 or visit the web site: a copy of The Paris Review missions. Entire content is © 2009 copyrighted material by Asian island. A Russian Orthodox and streamside opportunities http://apr.travelalaska.com at a local bookstore, arrange a Journal. Materials in this publication may not be reproduced without Church makes for a fascinat- for halibut, fi ve species of trip to watch bears and enjoy specifi c permission from the publisher. ing tour. 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Deb- in Antique. of Pan Asian Communities bie Rull, Coordinator of the January 2010 in San Diego, the Resources for Help: There (UPAC) Problem Gambling Problem Gambling Prevention Aklan Associaton of San Diego The Aklan Ati-Atihan are a variety of resources to Prevention Technical As- Project and Edgar Capacio County held their 23rd annual Ati-Atihan celebration this time in assist individuals and their sistance and Training Project were the main speakers. Chula Vista, California. The credit loved ones who are affected at (619) 521-5720 ext 2231 Festival 2010 goes to the energetic leadership by problem gambling in Cali- Congratulations to the wonderful of the Aklan fornia. and fun loving Aklanons in Cali- Association The Problem Gambling fornia on their Ati-Atihan Celebra- of San Diego Helpline 1-800-GAM- New law for resurrecting tions 2010 held at Sacramento, County cur- BLER (1-800-522-4700) is rent president San Diego and Los Angeles 24-hour/7-days a week confi - petitions when a relative dies respectively. Ms. Hede- working with the petitioner/ In the Philippines the Ati-Atihan lyn Ipanto dential access to trained pro- (Continued from page 7) Pfander, its fessional staff who will help employer. is held every third week of Janu- USCIS must adjudicate 4. Pending or approved peti- ary; a tradition that has always offi cers, board callers with problem gambling the application for adjustment been the source of joy and renewal of direc- and related issues. Language tions for asylees, refugees, tors and the of status unless the approval crime victims, and victims of for the Aklanons and their devo- interpretation is available. of the adjustment of status tees to the Santo Nino (The Holy continued human traffi cking. Gamblers Anonymous would not be in the public Child Jesus). The Aklan Ati-Ati- support and (GA) is a fellowship of men For benefi ciaries who do han is a week-long celebration in inspiration of interest. not fall under the immediate Aklan and is now considered the the growing and women who share their general mem- experience in support to relative category, they have Mother of all Philippine festivals, The new law applies to: to wait for their priority dates with its historic origin dating back bership here recover from their gambling to be current before they can to the 13th Century. in California. problems. San Diego GA 1. Aliens with pending or ap- Tribu Malinao led by Aklan Association’s Presi- Despite the apply for adjustment of status. History: (866) 239-2911 www.sandi- proved I-130 petitions as im- Long before the Spaniards came dent, Hedelyn Pfander. down econo- egoga.org offers meetings to Oftentimes, by the time their to the Visayan Islands, a small my and high mediate relatives such spouse, priority dates become current, unemployment this year, their those with a gambling prob- parent or child under 21 of a group of datus fl eeing their home- and bales of cloth, trinkets and lem (“Closed” meetings) or they have been out of status in land of Borneo, arrived in Panay. harvest of the sea one summer, unsinkable spirit will continue - U.S. citizen; the celebration and veneration of to family and friends of the the United States. For these The original inhabitants of the while the hinterlands remain the 2. Aliens with pending or cases, the alien must have the sole domain of the native Aetas. A the Santo Nino. “Viva Kay Senior gambler to observe the meet- island, the Ati, a small and dark, approved I-130 petitions benefi t of 245(i) to be eligible kinky-haired people sold to the glorious celebration followed with Santo Nino!” ing (“Open” meetings). including their spouses and immigrants a small piece of the food, wine and merrymaking that Gam-Anon (718) to apply for adjustment of children under 21 under the status under the October 2009 low land in exchange for a golden lasted for several days. 352-1671 www.gam-anon.org following categories: F-1 The Ati- is a self-help organization for law of President Obama. In (single adult son or daughter order to qualify for the 245(i) Atihan (or family and friends of the gam- of U.S. citizen), F-2A (spouse making your- benefi t, the I-130 or I-140 Problem bler. They provide support and unmarried child below 21 self like an groups and helpful literature petition must have been fi led Ati or Aeta) of a green card holder), F-2B before April 30, 2001. If the became a re- Gambling: The about the disease of gambling (single adult son or daugh- and how to cope with the vari- petition was fi led between ligious feast ter of green card holder), January 14, 1998 and April with the bap- Hidden Addiction ous crises that come up due F-3 (married child of a U.S tism of 1,000 (Continued from page 6) to the gambler’s behaviors. 30, 2001, the alien must citizen), and F-4 categories establish that he or she was inhabitants continue to gamble in their Counseling is also helpful for (brothers and sisters of U.S. (isa ka libo) desire for winning that same the gambler and their family. physically present in the and their citizen; United States on December amount of money. However, The California 3. Derivative benefi ciaries, conversion to Council on Problem Gam- 21, 2000. A benefi ciary of Tribu Malinaonon, fi rst prize winner for the Christianity as the disease progresses, it which are the spouse and becomes less about winning bling (714) 765-5804 www. a petition fi led before Janu- Group Participation Contest. by the Span- children under 21, of an alien ary 14, 1998 does not have to and more about the escape calproblemgambling.org helps with a pending or approved “salokot” that Datu Marikudo ish missionaries. That eventful that gambling provides and problem gamblers and their establish physical presence in wanted and a pearl necklace for day in 1570, the drums of Madya- I-140 petition. An I-140 peti- the United States on Decem- the high that comes simply families by promoting aware- tion is one fi led by an em- his wife. nos (now Kalibo) were sounded, ness, education, research, ber 21, 2000. Historical record shows that Ati- thus, the present Ati-Atihan from playing. ployer as compared to I-130 C) It has been shown that prevention, and treatment for We welcome your feed- Atihan started in the year 1212 celebration is tinged with religious which is fi led by a family back. If you have any im- when Borneans led by the Ten Da- fervor. Fiestas, processions and persons who have mental problem gambling. Contact member. This means that the tus on board several boats crossed drum-accompanied street dances health issues (i.e. depression them for a list of California migration questions, please derivative benefi ciaries can feel welcome to email me at the seas to escape the cruel regime are among the colorful tribute paid or anxiety), or behavioral Certifi ed Gambling Counsel- pursue the application for of Sultan Makatunaw and brought to the Santo Nino. The coming of health problems (i.e. ADHD/ ors and other resources. [email protected] or call them to the Island of Panay to the Sto. Niño into the fi esta started adjustment of status even if 619 819 -8648 to arrange for hyperactivity) may tend to use The Problem Gambling the dead primary benefi ciary establish the fi rst community of with the arrival of the Spaniards Prevention, Technical As- a telephone consultation. brown race in the country, and the to the Philippines. A Spanish rep- gambling as a way to cope of the petition is no longer fi rst union of states in Southeast resentative, Don Antonio Flores, with their symptoms. sistance and Training Project Asia, they called the Confedera- the fi rst encomendero of Aklan, D) If a person has a sub- tion of Madyaas. made arrangements with the local stance addiction or any other The fi rst Ati-Atihan was cel- leaders of the Atis and the leader addiction, they could easily ebrated to seal a peace pact that of the immigrants from Borneo develop an addiction to gam- united two races and peoples – the to have the then existing native bling or switch their addiction Aetas and the Malays that gave celebration be dedicated to the way to an enduring legacy of Santo Niño. to gambling, since the physi- unity and friendship that brought The Santo Nino has long been ology of dependence is similar about the formation and gave the object of devotion among the no matter what the addiction birth to the Philippine nation. As Filipinos ever since an image was is. stipulated in their contract, the fi rst given as a gift to the Queen of E) Lastly, cultural factors Malays took over the control of Cebu when the Spanish expedition contribute to the risk of a the island plains in exchange for led by Magellan fi rst landed in person developing a gambling the golden “salokot”, brass basins, 1521. Over the years, the Ati-

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It has been in the Philippines for three (3) a driver under the boundary , Jr. is licensed to practice intended as general, non- inherent problem in this set- quite a hectic episode of months. Just bring your Cali- system was driving negli- law in both California and specific information. up, especially if the owner court hearings, consultations, fornia driver license and your gently, again because of the the Philippines. He practices charges a very high boundary. out of town trips, and four passport with you to show pressure imposed on him to immigration law in San Diego The driver is forced to get as days of mandatory continu- that you are driving within the much passengers as he can ing legal education (MCLE) 3-month period. and disregards road safety seminars. Just like their Driving in the streets of rules. We have heard that one counterparts in the United Metro Manila is like playing big taxicab company charges States, Filipino lawyers must a car racing video game in an 1,700 pesos as daily bound- regularly complete the 36 obstacle course. Before, these ary. Factor in the gasoline and units of MCLE every three obstacles were the buses, earnings and the final figure years to continuously practice jeepneys, taxicabs and pedes- comes to around 3,000 pesos. law in the Philippines. But, trians, but nowadays they also We wonder how their poor as they say, whenever Fili- include motorcycles which drivers could afford to earn pinos adopt something from have increased in numbers in that much. other countries, they become recent months. We were told One thing any aspiring better than them. 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To show you even with their small children. is being rented out, they are how strict the Supreme Court Sadly, we hear many of them not responsible for damages monitors the seminars, one of getting involved in fatal ac- resulting from the driver’s our “classmates” was a former cidents. negligent driving because the Senator, which made us smile As before, the cause of drivers are not their employ- at the thought that there is traffic and accidents is mostly ees. This is a wrong assump- still a place in the Philippines lack of discipline. Buses and tion. As early as 1963, in the where rules cannot be bent. jeepneys stop in the middle of case of Magboo vs. Bernardo, You will find this quite the road and at intersections to 7 SCRA 952, the Philippine strange, but we actually enjoy pick up passengers. 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X CS4 CS4 February 19 - 25, 2010 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 13 understand the intent of these tive or competitive, touch or more than I asked,” he says. fi ghter and I’m here to fi ght. questions and respond appro- full contact, depending on the There’s a tense pause. He That’s what I came for. I will Light & priately. But as all aspects circumstances and the players. says again, “Do you know just listen to my guys and see of our lives speed up, perhaps Like any game, it’s hard to what time it is?” what happens,” said Donaire. we’re a little quicker to use learn just by reading the rules. She stares at him long Among those being con- Shadows the shorthand forms in what You have to play. enough to be rude. “Yes.” sidered by Arum as Donaire’s we say, not just with service Its safest playing with Flatly. next opponent are world by Zena Sultana Babao people in standard transac- people you know, people I look up from my watch. bantamweight champion Read Zena Babao’s previous articles by visiting our website at tions, but with people we who won’t be too startled The young woman is waiting Fernando Montiel and fellow www.asianjournalusa.com work or live with. And so it or irritated when you vio- for my answer to her question. super fl yweight rulers Jorge happens that we sometimes late the accepted shorthand “Do you know what time Arce and Vic Darchinyan. have trouble getting our forms. But sometimes, like it is?” Montiel may be a perfect questions heard, much less the young man at the airport, I could just tell her the foe for Donaire as the Mexi- answered. Listeners think I like to surprise someone. I time. I could say, “Yes” and can saw action in the co-fea- Shhhh! Listen! they know where they’re go- choose wisely; I never play stop. Instead, I choose the ture dubbed “Pinoy Power 3/ hhhh! Listen! Lis- said, but to what we think ing, what we mean. All those with people who carry guns. middle course. Latin Fury 13,” and needed tening is a very was meant? The cashier asks steps that involve listening But there are many potential “Yes.” I smile. “Would just one left hook to the body and waiting. you like to know too?” in the opening round to fi n- important skill. if we have two pennies and partners out there, signaling in S we surrender them without We stop listening – to various ways their readiness Let the games begin.” ish off inexperienced Filipino Without this skill, com- comment, simplifying our others and to ourselves. As to play. Ciso Morales. munication between change. The hotel clerk asks responders, we believe that Reading a book while wait- Montiel (40-2-2, 30 KOs) people will not be as we have heard the direct ing in line outside a popular kept his WBO bantamweight entertaining, or as question. Only rarely does brunch place on Calgary’s Nonito Donaire crown and could face Donaire, stimulating. An article someone respond precisely to 17th Avenue, I look up to see a who has indicated his desire to the question actually asked. young woman in front of me. move up in weight. written by Isabel Gib- “Do you have any photo retains Two more Filipinos scored son, a freelance writer As a middle-aged woman, I ID?” look like a safe choice. WBA boxing impressive wins during the and business consultant “Yes.” “Do you know what time it night, with Bernabe Concep- from Ontario, Canada, As askers, we believe is?” she asks. cion outpointing former world that we have asked the direct championship title challenger Mario San- for one of the issues of I fl ashback to an episode of (Continued from page 1) Toastmasters Magazine question. Like the airline “The West Wing.” The White I tried to fi gure him out much tiago of Puerto Rico in their adeptly illustrate this agent, we react with impa- House counsel is prepping the easier. My corner told me 10-round non-title tiff and if we know our license plate tience when someone doesn’t press secretary for her testi- to relax because I was stiff Mark Jason Melligen stopping precious art. number, and we recite it. The respond as we expected. erstwhile unbeaten Mexican I am using it for my col- mony. though I felt I was the bigger Alabama-based call center When they play a different Raymond Gatica in the sixth umn this week because I don’t “Do you know what time it guy,” said Donaire. operator asks if we can spell game with us. round. have the physical capability to is?” he asks. She checks After moving from side that odd Canadian city name, “Can I see it?” think and write a new article her watch and tells him to side and throwing right and we do. Someone on the “Not from where Reach the due to the aches and pains the time. Impatiently. straights, Donaire threw the streets asks if we know where you’re standing.” lucrative Asian in my body. I fell down the He says, “I wish bomb that ended the bout. a certain store is, and we Maybe com- stairs last Saturday morning. you’d stop doing The 27-year-old Donaire, Pacifi c Islander launch into directions. The munication The title of the article is that.” who improved to 23-1 with Market by waiter asks if we’ve had time isn’t “Not From Where You’re “Doing what?” 15 knockouts, is being lined to make a choice, and we give an art. advertising in the Standing.” It’s a humor- Even more impa- up for several marquee fi ghts him our order without further Maybe it’s Asian Journal! ous piece – it will make you tiently. within the year by American prompting. a game chuckle, it will make you “Answering promoter Bob Arum. “I’m a Call (619) 474-0588 Usually we’re right. We – coopera- smile, and it may even make you laugh! And you will learn something. Read on, for here it is: Tall – that’s what you notice fi rst. Then his gait grabs you – he walks like a runway model. Head up and half-smiling, sure of his right- of-way! In a trench coat and black shirt, jeans and boots, he’d be at home on Vancou- ver’s streets at 2:00 a.m. At 2:00 p.m., he makes airport security guards stand a little taller themselves. But appear- ances are quite deceiving – he’s not a security threat, he’s just young. Young enough to risk being a smart aleck with a stranger he needs something from. Not knowing what she’s getting into, the airline agent glances up at him – looks again. Looking down at the screen, she asks about photo identifi cation. A standard request, a non-standard re- sponse. “Do you have any photo ID?” “Yes.” Then silence. She looks up, puzzled. He isn’t moving. Not reaching into a back pocket or inside that preposterous coat for a wallet. The inaction joins the silence, piling up between them. “May I see it?” A tad im- patient. “I have no objection.” Very pleasant. Another pause, as she pro- cesses her options. “Can I see it?” A little sharper. “Not from where you’re standing.” Perfectly polite, perfectly precise. Merely informing. “Show it to me!” OK – now she’s annoyed. “Certainly!” As he reaches for his wallet, happy to oblige the implied-request-turned- explicit-demand, the rest is left unsaid, “Why didn’t you ask?” Not a standard exchange. Even occasional fl iers know the security staff is not con- ducting a survey: They want to see your photo ID and they will see it. Asking the wrong questions seems more polite than giving an instruction - “Show me your photo ID.” It seems more effi cient than asking a chain of questions. Usually, the shorthand form works fi ne. How often do we hear shorthand questions and respond not to what was Page 14 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 19 - 25, 2010 among ilustrados even when Philippines and established the Last Farewell. To be translated they were propagandists La Liga Filipina which failed, into numerous languages and abroad. This also shows that not only to institute reforms venerated, even read on the An Unauthorized History Rizal would not write any- but to call the indios to arms floors of the US Congress in more for the La Solidaridad against the colonialists. None- the years to come, true to the because of his being criti- theless, the Spaniard still end, written by an ilustrado, it cized – sacrificing the use of a considered him seditious and never was incendiary. It was, of the Philippines exiled him to Dapitan in 1892. again, never a call to arms. vehicle that expressed senti- of institutional reforms by armed insurrection against the ments of the people for the There, for four years, he did It is a weeping of a hopeless peaceful means rather than by Spanish colonialists. sake of his ruffled ego. nothing to arouse the revolu- romantic about to die without violent revolution. While his Christened José Protasio Moreover, he categorically tion. In fact, when Andres realizing his goals. novels, the Noli Me Tangere Rizal Mercado y Alonso Re- stated that he is against an Bonifacio asked for guidance (Touch Me Not) and the El alonda, born June 19, 1861, armed rebellion saying in his from him when and how the Consider the first stanza: Filibusterismo (The Subver- there is no question that he Manifesto to Certain Filipi- revolution should start, he sive) exposed the exploitation was a Filipino polymath, na- nos: admonished Bonifacio to hold Farewell, my adored Land, of the indios in the hands of tionalist and the most promi- “From the very beginning, off the armed insurrection. region of the sun caressed, the Spanish colonialists, they nent advocate for reforms in when I first received infor- He reasoned that the Pearl of the Orient Sea, our presented a dark scenario for the Philippines during the mation of what was being wealthier Filipinos should Eden lost, those who would rise in arms Spanish colonial era. planned (the revolution), I be attracted to join (which With gladness I give you against Spain. The seventh of eleven opposed, I fought against it, already proved futile because my Life, sad and repressed; Nonetheless, while merely children born to a wealthy and I made clear that it was they just wanted reforms). And were it more brilliant, presenting the atrocities of the family in the town of Calam- absolutely impossible. This Rizal also contended that the more fresh and at its best, colonialists, his writings were ba, Laguna, he attended the is the truth, and they are still revolution cannot start without I would still give it to you Ninth of a series critically criticized by the Ateneo Municipal de Manila, alive who can bear witness to the insurrectos having arms for your welfare at most. By Rudy D. Liporada colonialists and considered earning a Bachelor of Arts; my words. I was convinced almost equal to the enemies. after which, he enrolled in seditious. This would be tantamount to Rizal here exhibits a hy- In the first series, the that the very idea was wholly Medicine and Philosophy and absurd – worse than absurd – saying never because it would pocrisy which is a stamp of author stated that history is Rizal the Elitist and Anti- Letters at the University of it was disastrous…When later take forever for revolutionar- the ilustrado class. When he written by those who have the Armed Struggle Santo Tomas. on, in spite of my urgings, the ies to equal the arms of the says, “with gladness I give time to interpret events based After his Philippine uprising broke out, I came colonialists. Most emphati- you my Life,” one should ask on their perspectives and Nevertheless, although studies, he traveled alone forward voluntarily to offer cally, Rizal said that there why he was trying to escape believed by those who do not Rizal was very active in the to Madrid, Spain, where not only my services but my should be no revolution unless to Cuba instead of escaping to know better. In the subsequent propaganda movement, he he continued his studies at life and even my good name the masses are educated, join the revolutionaries who series, the author traced how was also in contention with the Universidad Central de in order that they may use ready to govern themselves in were really ready to shed their the Spaniards conquered the his fellow ilustrados who Madrid, earning the degree me in any manner they may the proper manner when the blood in the struggle against Philippines with the sword also rebuked him. He wrote a of Licentiate in Medicine. He think opportune to smother revolution is over. This would the colonialists? In “And were and the cross; how, eventu- friend, Ferdinand Blumentritt: proceeded to the University the rebellion. For I was con- be waiting for the masses to it more brilliant, more fresh ally, the natives rose in pocket “Unfortunately, I have to of Paris and earned a second vinced of the evils which that transform themselves first into and at its best, I would still revolts; and how the middle confess that I am not think- doctorate at the University of rebellion would bring in its ilustrados who would only give it to you for your welfare class started a propaganda ing of writing any article Heidelberg. train, and so I considered it a seek for reforms. at most,” we beg to question, movement. again for that periodical (La As a polyglot, he was privilege if at whatever sacri- When the Cuban-American is there an age limit to die as a Solidaridad). I could have told conversant in at least ten fice I could ward off so much war broke out, Rizal volun- revolutionary for your coun- Jose Rizal, a Customized you this before, but I wanted languages and was a prolific useless suffering. This is also teered to be a doctor for the try? If he really wanted to die Hero? to hide from you the unpleas- poet, essayist, diarist, cor- of record.” Spanish army as Cuba was a for the revolution, he should ant attacks against me…they respondent, and novelist. Basically, Rizal advised territory of Spain. Released have escaped when invited by Jose Rizal was, by no engage in a secret war against Although his writings, how- Andres Bonifacio, the founder from Dapitan, he subsequently Bonifacio to do so instead of doubt the most famous among me. When I tried to make the ever, were social commentar- of the revolutionary Katipu- prepared to sail for Cuba via taking the chance and trying the most prominent of the Filipinos work, they called me ies that formed the nucleus of nan not to rise up in arms Spain. As soon as he reached to go to Cuba instead. It was ilustrados. He was among ‘idol’, they said that I was a literature and inspired dissent against the Spaniards because Spain’s port, however, he was easier for him to be a doctor those who even went to Eu- despot. They wrote to Ma- among peaceful reformists the masses were not ready deported back to the Philip- under the Spanish flag in Cuba rope to expose the situations nila, twisting facts, and they and spurred the militancy of for it. The basic question is: pines. The armed insurrection than to fight and, perhaps, die in the Philippines and ven- said that I liked this and that, armed revolutionaries against would a hero advise a people of the Katipunan had already with the revolutionaries. tilate reformist demands. In which was not exactly the the Spanish colonial authori- ready to fight for their inde- percolated and the colonialists the years to come, he would truth. Through some persons ties, it should be reiterated pendence, to lay down their held him culpable as instiga- In the second stanza, Rizal be christened the national I have learned that that before that Rizal never advocated arms – basically not to fight? tor of the sedition. He was continues: hero of the Philippines. How my Filibusterismo had gone to armed insurrection. The Last Farewell of Jose tried and scheduled to be shot he became the national hero, press, they already said that it As a political figure, Rizal Rizal, like Sound and Fury, by a firing squad after a brief On the fields of battle, in however, should be subjected was worthless and that it was was the founder of La Liga is full of Emotions signifying imprisonment in Fort Santiago the fury of fight, to scrutiny by virtue of his very inferior to the Noli…” . Filipina, a civic organization, Nothing. in Intramuros. Others give you their lives being an ilustrado, a mere With the above, it shows a mere civic advocate of re- Right after his studies in On the night before his exe- reformist, never advocating that there were also rifts forms, as he was a proponent Spain, Rizal returned to the cution, he wrote the poem, My (Continued on page 19) February 19 - 25, 2010 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 15 qualify. Or they may qualify not stop the foreclosure pro- One must realize, however, with other programs like the cess. And when push comes Fil-Am wins bronze that the sport of short track The Law that traditional loan modifi cation. to shove loan modifi cation speed skating has a nasty Once we are certain then we cannot stop a foreclosure. in Vancouver tendency to throw curve balls work on the application which You have to remember as a habit. Spills occur. Noth- Matters requires a lot of phone calls there is a different bank de- Winter Olympics ing is certain. An anonymous and written communication. partment handling the foreclo- (Continued from page 1) observer put it simply, “That’s by Atty. A. Erwin Bautista If a foreclosure is sched- sure and another department 3,000 meter relay team. short track.” Read Atty Bautista’s previous articles by visiting our website at uled it is doubly hard to make handling the loan modifi ca- That set things up for the Even Celski realized that www.asianjournalusa.com those follow up calls to have tion. Sometimes these two dif- 2010 Winter Olympics Trials he was never safe from not the loan modifi cation ap- ferent departments don’t talk in Marquette, Mich. While staying on his skates dur- proved before the foreclosure to each other. Hence while the Celski qualifi ed for the 1,000 ing the trials. Thankfully, it sale date. one hand is trying to accom- meters and 1,500 meters, he was not gonna happen to him Bankruptcy: Chapter 13 We have been successful modate the homeowner for a was injured in a crash dur- tonight. in lifting the foreclosure sale loan modifi cation the other ing the semifi nals of the 500 With Ohno ahead, and both Is Loan Modifi cation monthly payment will still be date once a loan modifi cation hand is trying to take back the meters. A right skate slashed Sung and Lee Ho-Suk behind, better than Chapter 13 in affordable then a loan modifi - application has been fi led. house. into his left leg. the latter two’s skates tangled, saving your house from cation can defi nitely help the If you have missed pay- A Chapter 13 on the other As he was carried off to the allowing Ohno to achieve his foreclosure? homeowner keep their house. ments and had several months hand will stop a foreclosure hospital, Celski wondered if personal record for the most of arrears you are a very good which will allow the hom- he was going to be healed in medals by an American at a Question: I can no longer What are the factors candidate for loan modifi ca- eowner to pay off the ac- time to join his mentor Ohno winter Olympic Games. afford to pay my monthly considered in loan modifi ca- tion because the lender has cumulated arrears in a 3 or 5 in Vancouver. It turned out And it also gave young mortgage is it better to apply tion? already felt the hardship you year installment plan and start that the man upstairs had a J.R. Celski, the lion who over- for loan modifi cation than fi le are currently experiencing. paying the monthly mortgage plan for the young lion from came injury and uncertainty to a Chapter 13 instead? The most important fac- the following month of fi ling Monterey. come to Vancouver, his fi rst- tor is the fi nancials. The What if loan modifi cation the bankruptcy as if no default In heat 3 of the 1,500 me- ever Olympic medal. Answer: Loan modifi ca- lender looks at the income and fails? occurred based on the original ters, Celski fi nished second to It was the symbol of six tion is preferred over Chapter expenses of the homeowner terms. Lee Sung-Su to advance to the months gone full circle. 13, however Chapter 13 can and it will decide whether If a loan modifi cation fails Another advantage of a semi-fi nals. And in the semi- Celski’s toughness and perse- force the lender to stop fore- the homeowner has suffi cient or the decision of the lender is Chapter 13 petition is the ho- fi nals, Celski was able to just verance allowed him to skate closure which loan modifi ca- income to pay the mortgage at very much delayed that fore- meowner can strip the lien of second behind another Korea, away from pain and tragedy, tion cannot. the reduced amount or is the closure was imminent as some the second mortgage. It means Sung Si-Bak, to advance to and into triumph and redemp- homeowner saddled with too clients would be coming to the second mortgage can be the fi nal. tion. What is loan modifi ca- much debt with their credit the offi ce at the last minute, or erased or removed as long as However, in the last lap of Could J.R. Celski be the tion? cards or other debts that it will the lender was not cooperat- the homeowner completes the 1,500 meters at the Pacifi c next great short track hero still be impossible to afford a ing to stop the foreclosure sale the payment plan and gets a Coliseum, it looked as if the from the USA? With the foun- A loan modifi cation will reduced monthly mortgage. a Chapter 13 petition fi ling discharge. Korea trio of Lee Jung-Su, dation set, and renewed sense reduce your monthly mort- The preparation of the can always stop the foreclo- So if you are experienc- Sung Si-Bak, and Lee Ho- of confi dence, you’d better gage payment. Under the fi nancials is a very delicate sure sale. ing hardship don’t wait for Suk would make it was 1-2-3 believe that when he hits the Home Affordable Modifi ca- balancing of your income and The power of the automatic the bank to start foreclosure fi nish for South Korea. And it ice, this rising star with a lion- tion Program (HAMP) of the serviceable debts. A slight stay of a bankruptcy fi ling proceedings before you seek was a certainty that Celski’s sized heart is on the prowl and U.S. government, homeown- edge of your income over will save the house from fore- help. Our offi ce can assist ambition of earning a medal will be hungry for more. ers who are suffering from the lender’s standards might closure because it can stop the you with loan modifi cation would have to wait. hardship may be able to have disqualify you from a loan foreclosure. or a Chapter 13 petition. their monthly mortgage pay- modifi cation. An appearance A simple consultation can ments reduced so they can of too much debt might dis- What are the advantages give you peace of mind, so do keep their homes under the qualify you again. So be very and disadvantages of loan it now. Citizens redistricting commission HAMP. careful in choosing the com- modifi cation compared to If a homeowner loses pany that will assist you in Chapter 13? (We invite readers to set application deadline extended his/her job in a two income preparing your fi nancials and up their initial consultation household or hours of work the loan modifi cation applica- In loan modifi cation the with The Law Offi ces of A. Appeal to Asian Pacifi c Islanders were reduced then it will cer- tion package. arrears are added to the prin- Erwin Bautista. Atty. Bau- San Diego – California State Legislature and Board tainly reduce the take home We at the law offi ce seri- cipal and will be built in the tista practices Immigration, pay of the homeowners which ously analyze the fi nancials State Auditor Elaine Howle an- of Equalization districts for monthly mortgage computa- Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, the entire State. AAPIs risk will negatively affect their of a homeowner to see if they Family Law and Income Tax nounced that she has extended tion for payment. The inter- the deadline to apply for the not being represented on this ability to afford their monthly will qualify or not before est rate maybe reduced to as Preparation/Audit Representa- mortgage payments. we take on a case. We have new Citizens Redistricting powerful Commission if their low as 2% for 5 years so the tion. Atty. Bautista obtained numbers are not signifi cantly Such homeowners will be to know from the beginning Commission (Commission) to resulting monthly mortgage his law degree from Western 5:00 pm on Tuesday, Febru- increased,” commented Palma strongly advised to apply for whether they have the ability payment becomes very afford- State University, Fullerton, loan modifi cation and depend- ary 16, 2010. Asian American Hooper, President of the South- to pay or they are too much able. However applying for CA and his Bachelor of Arts west Center For Asian Pacifi c ing on whether a reduced Pacifi c Islander (AAPI) appli- in debt that they may not loan modifi cation alone does Degree from the University of cants still needed. Statewide American Law (SCAPAL). the Philippines. Call his Los AAPIs represent 4.5% of the “SCAPAL will be available ev- Angeles Offi ce at (213) 365 applicant pool, even though ery day until the deadline date 7690 located at 3435 Wilshire AAPIs represent 14% of the to assist anyone needing help Blvd., Ste. 2700, LA, CA total State population. San submitting an application.” 90010 or his San Diego Offi ce Diego County AAPI applicants To submit an application at (619) 474 7755 located at represent less than 1% of the for the Commission or get 550 E. 8th St., Ste. 11, Nation- statewide pool. more information on eligibility al City, CA 91950) “The Commission will requirements, go to the State redraw the political bound- Auditor’s website at www. ary lines in 2011 for the wedrawthelines.ca.gov.

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This graciousness of Yahweh worshiped the golden calf. is the real issue why all first- Reflections: With our Lower Your fruits along with the first-born era’s easy access to global of man and animals belong information, heightened by Balintataw Nets to Yahweh. Second Reading: an age of easy credit, comes Romans 10: 8-13. The basic an enormous increase of a by Virginia H. Ferrer by Msgr. Fernando G. Gutierrez statement, “Jesus Christ is crime that shows the consum- Read Monsignor’s previous articles by visit- Lord and you believe in your ers’ inability to control those Read Virginia Ferrer’s previous articles by visiting our website ing our website at www.asianjournalusa.com heart that God raised him that have the means to sensi- at www.asianjournalusa.com from the dead,” is the founda- tive personal information and tion of all teachings, creeds, how it is protected. Accord- and prayers. This profound ing to the U.S. Department Lent: Identity kept or stolen. and essential tenet of faith of Justice Statistics, identity Joke of the Week: A farmer own me and I am your ser- is the main point of all theft is now passing up Ako had a beautiful horse. One day vant.” The farmer was devas- catechetical in- drug trafficking as Isang hamak na nilalang sa mundong ito he tied the animal outside a tated at the loss of his horse, structions the num- tavern while he went inside. but he was touched at the given ber one meron dapat gampanan sa kapwa ko tao Two thieves came and saw story. “No, I do not believe to all crime in at sa Diyos na mahal ang tanging hangad ko the steed tied to the rail. They in slavery. You may go and catechumens the United gumawa ng kabutihan masaya na ako. briefly formulated plans to good luck.” A few weeks later and candi- States. One purloin the animal, but since the farmer attended a sale at dates for bap- in 4 US Hangad ko’y mahubog mga murang isipan, it was much an outstanding a nearby town, and there he tism. Gospel: house- sa tamang landas ng magulong buhay, horse they planned the fol- spied his beautiful horse. He Luke 4: 1-13. holds, accord- lowing strategy. One of them sidled up to the animal and The image of ing to the USA sa tulong ng Diyos at mga kaibigan, untied the animal and rode out whispered in its ear, “So – you the Holy Spirit Today, (9/4/03) lahat ng ito’y maisasakatuparan. of town. The other stood by. sinned again.” leading Jesus to has been a victim of When the owner came out of Scriptures: First Read- the desert evokes the identity theft. A Wall Tulad ng mga rosas na maraming tinik, the tavern and saw his horse ing: Deuteronomy 26: 4-10. ancient Hebrew’s Street Journal poll con- sadyang ganyan ang buhay sa ating paligid gone he was about to give Yahweh heard the cry of his experience in the wil- ducted in 1999 showed huwag patatalo huwag magpapadaig, an alarm. But the other thief people and saw their mis- derness for forty years. that what Americans immediately came to him and ery, toil and oppression. The The desert is a symbol feared most in the new loob’y lakasan nasa Diyos ang pag-ibig. made the confession: “I am Exodus experience under- for decision-making, a millennium is invasion your horse. Some years ago lines the truth that salvation place where one’s fidel- of privacy, substantially forty days, but he relied more tity as God’s sons and daugh- I sinned, and to atone I was is thorough Yahweh alone. ity to God is tested. Unfor- higher than terrorism, global on the word of God than on ters with material things, such changed into a horse. Today This experience of Yahweh’s tunately, the Hebrew people warning, and overpopulation. mere sustenance of the body. as the pleasures of food and my penalty was lifted and I graciousness leads to the failed the test, they murmured Personal identity is so Connected with the first temp- drinks? Do we make money am again a man. So you now people’s statement of faith. against God, and worst, they essential to a person that to tation is the question, “Whom or people our own gods? Do be deprived or robbed of it will you serve?” Trust in we trust more on ourselves is similar to being raped and God and reliance on his word than on God’s amazing grace? physically violated. The devil leads to serving him alone Quotation of the Week: “ knows this truth very well. At and denial of other gods. The Scripture does not say, ‘He their meeting in the desert, he Hebrew people failed in this will not let you be tempted,’ asked Christ, “Who are you? test. Because they did not but ‘He will not let you be Is God really your Father?” trust God completely, they tempted beyond your strength, Throughout his life, especially worshiped other gods (Deu- but with the temptation will when his crucifixion was teronomy 8: 14). Jesus on the also provide the way of es- approaching, Jesus wrestles other hand knows that being cape, that you may be able to with those questions. Who the Son of the Most High he endure it.” St. Augustine of he is and how he lived, min- must do his will and trust in Hippo. istered, and died became the him, no matter what it entails. pivotal point on which rests The last temptation was the his true identity, the beloved Hebrew people’s demand on Son of the Most High, which God and their murmurings at Room For Rent the devil wants him to deny Massah and Meribah to prove or give up in exchange for that he really is true God by $400 plus power, food, and security. providing them with water to In contrast with the He- quench their thirst (Exodus brew people’s temptations 17: 1-7). Jesus did not want to utilities. in the desert for forty years, test God, because he knows Jesus’ temptations were no that his Father’s love for him No smoking, less easy. The Hebrew people is eternal, and so is his. Jesus’ were afflicted with hunger, but identity has never been taken no drugs were fed with manna, to teach away from him. He lived and them to live more on God’s died to keep it. Lent is a time word and not on bread alone for all of us to reflect on our Call (619) (Deuteronomy 8:3). Jesus identity as baptized Chris- went hungry after fasting for tians. Do we trade in our iden- 656-0409 February 19 - 25, 2010 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 17 States Attorney for the South- excellence, and she also cre- ern District of California ated the Dollar-a-Month Fund, KPBS partners with Union Bank to in San Diego and currently a non-profit charity that has Congress must review holds the rank of commander helped improve the living celebrate cultural diversity in the United States Navy conditions of disadvantaged PGMA martial law at once Reserve. He is also the local children around the globe. In San Diegans Honored As Local Heroes coordinator for Project Safe 2009 Ms. Estakhry was a San PNS -- WHERE is PGMA Neighborhoods, serves as a Diego Magazine “Woman of coming from? SAN DIEGO (February 12, vice president and head of mentor and tutor, and volun- the Year” nominee. Sen Loren Legarda yes- 2010) – As part of its ongoing Priority Banking at Union teers on the board of directors Throughout the respec- terday asked the question, commitment to the commu- Bank. “These outstanding of numerous organizations, tive commemorative heritage calling on her colleagues in nities it serves and in a cel- individuals have contributed including the YMCA of San month, KPBS will air video the Senate to resume ses- ebration of cultural diversity, so much and exemplify our Diego County. Mr. Jones is profiles of the winners, high- sion on Monday to review the Union Bank has partnered core values of diversity and the former president of the lighting how they made a decision and the basis of her with KPBS to launch a year- community involvement, and National Bar Association and difference in their community. declaration. long program designed to we are delighted to work with founded the Neighborhood The spots can also be viewed While she recognizes the celebrate local heroes who are KPBS as we recognize the Law School, a program de- on the Web at www.kpbs.org/ President’s power to declare making a difference to enrich honorees and highlight their signed to provide lay people heroes. For more information Martial law, Loren said Ms. the lives of others. The 2010 achievements.” of modest financial means on the Local Heroes Awards, Arroyo has to submit a report expanded Cultural Diversity “We are so proud to extend an opportunity to understand please also visit unionbank. to Congress within 24 hours Partnership will recognize and our diversity celebration with the law. He has received com/heroes. and Congress has to convene pay tribute to 12 San Diegans Union Bank throughout the numerous honors, including About UnionBanCal and review it within 48 hours. -- local community heroes -- year,” said Tom Karlo, gen- being named one of the “100 Corporation & Union Bank, While she condemned who are making a difference eral manager, KPBS. “These Most Influential California N.A. the massacre and called for by improving their workplace, heroes exemplify an ongoing Lawyers,” and one of Ebony Headquartered in San an end to warlordism, and profession, neighborhood, commitment to community magazine’s “100 Most Influ- Francisco, UnionBanCal Cor- the criminal prosecution of Sen Loren Legarda community, region and the service, which we also em- ential National Leaders.” poration is a financial holding perpetrators, Loren said the world. phasize through our pro- The 2010 Honorees for company with assets of $86 declaration should not be used to meet as soon as possible The program kicks off with gramming. We are pleased to Women’s History Month billion at December 31, 2009. as a basis to trample human Monday to inquire and Black History Month in Feb- introduce them to our viewers are: Its primary subsidiary, Union rights and advance her politi- discuss the basis, extent of ruary and Women’s History through the video profiles air- Irma Cota: For more Bank, N.A., is a full-service cal ambition.” the declaration,” she added. Month in March, and the 2010 ing on KPBS so that millions than 11 years, Irma Cota commercial bank providing an “If Maguindanao massacre honorees include: Randy of others will have an oppor- has served as president and array of financial services to had been the basis at all, the Jones and Ahmed Sahid as tunity to learn more about the chief executive officer of the individuals, small businesses, declaration came late, “ Lo- Black History Month Local contributions of these out- North County Health Services middle-market companies, ren said in a statement. Pinoy architect Heroes and Shahri Estakhry standing community leaders.” (NCHS), a non-profit com- and major corporations. The ”Declaring martial law ba- and Irma Cota as Women’s The 2010 honorees for munity healthcare organiza- bank has 340 banking of- sis must have an actual rebel- Black History Month are: wins 2nd History Month Local Heroes. tion providing healthcare in fices in California, Oregon, lion and risk on public safety,” Joining the Black History Ahmed Sahid: Ahmed Sa- the north region of San Diego Washington and Texas and hid has worked with refugee she said. “ It’s not good to place in Dublin Month and Women’s History County. Under her direc- two international offices. declare martial law. It is like Month Local Heroes, hon- communities for more than tion, NCHS serves more than UnionBanCal Corporation is saying that there is an actual competition orees will also be identified 20 years. He is the president 60,000 individuals annually at a wholly-owned subsidiary (Continued from page 1) and chief executive officer of rebellion and risk on public during Jewish Heritage Month 11 clinic locations, providing of The Bank of Tokyo-Mit- of Eamon Whyte’s “UnTI- (April/May), Asian Pacific Is- the Somali Family Service, a safety in Maguindanao.” comprehensive medical, den- subishi UFJ, Ltd., which is a But it’s no good for Ms Etled,” inspired by the work lander Heritage Month (May), non-profit organization dedi- subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ tal, mental health, and health Arroyo to show favor to the of Abram Games, a poster art- Hispanic Heritage Month cated to improving the well- Financial Group, Inc. Union education services. She also Ampatuans. ist whose strong clear images (September/October) and Na- being of Somali and other oversees a WIC program serv- Bank is a proud member of tive American Heritage Month East African families in San Before the declaration, Lo- were used as public service ing nearly 12,000 women and the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial announcements in Britain dur- (November). The year-long Diego County. He has served children, as well as a county- Group (MUFG, NYSE:MTU), ren noted, the Armed Forces celebration of diversity will on numerous foundation and has secured Maguindanao and ing World War Two. A com- wide HIV case management one of the world’s largest muter’s tie was given a twist culminate organization boards, including program. She serves on financial organizations. Visit seized the Ampatuans’ arms November 16, 2010, at the the State Advisory Council, www.unionbank.com for more cache. “Martial law is the with the design of an elevated numerous boards for organi- view of a tram to capture the KPBS studios in San Di- San Diego Foundation Inter- zations such as the National information. ultimate action,” she said. theme of the competition. ego where recipients will be group Relations Committee Cooperative Bank and Coun- “There must be a better way formally recognized as part of and the San Diego Refugee cil of Community Clinics in About KPBS to check lawlessness in the For his part, Alano’s de- the 13th Annual Local Heroes Forum. Mr. Sahid has devel- San Diego. Ms. Cota has also KPBS is a public service area. Is the President admit- scribes his work as “the ship Awards, which Union Bank oped and administered pro- received many honors, includ- of San Diego State University, ting now that she couldn’t do symbolizing the past and the sponsors. grams that assure accessibility ing recognition by The San serving the region with TV, anything anymore?” tram symbolizing the pres- For each heritage month, of culturally and linguisti- Diego Business Journal as Radio and Internet content Loren said Congress must ent, but both modes of trans- KPBS will ask for nomina- cally competent services to one of the region’s “Women that is educational as well as assert its role in defining and port are very important to us tions of local community the underserved East African Who Mean Business” and San entertaining-and free of com- limiting the scope of this dec- because we cannot build the members in the arts, business, refugee populations. He has Diego County’s Public Health mercial interruption. laration. present without the past.” community activism, educa- also received several awards Champion Award. “I call on my colleagues tion and/or social services. for his work, including the Shahri Estakhry: Shahri You may visit www.kpbs.org/ San Diego County Commis- Estakhry has found her life’s heroes to submit a nomina- sion on Children Youth and passion in volunteer work and tion. Families Nonprofit Manage- humanitarian causes for more “Our Union Bank Local ment Solutions Certificate of than 20 years. She is the Heroes program began in Achievement in Transforming founder of the Iranian School San Diego in 1998, and we Nonprofit Leadership. of San Diego, whose goal is are proud of this expanded Randy K. Jones: Randy K. to provide Iranian-American partnership with KPBS,” said Jones has spent more than 20 children with a better under- George Ramirez, executive years as the Assistant United standing of the Iranian culture and the Persian language, and to provide them with pride in their rich heritage. Ms. Es- Income Tax Preparation takhry is also co-founder of Get your refund today! the Persian Cultural Center of San Diego, renowned for Rates start @ $85.00 for Fed and State the outstanding performing arts and education programs No “out-of-pocket” prep fee available. it provides. She developed the 619-928-2590 Iranian-American Scholarship Fund that provides scholar- www.taxgroupsd.com ships to students of Iranian heritage who exhibit academic Page 18 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 19 - 25, 2010 Kaya ako ay nagpasya, kahit saan ka naroon, Susundan kong pagugpungin ang naputol na kahapon.

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Maala-ala Mo Kaya? Pagdating ko ng San Diego at matapos ko ang “train- Ni Romeo G. Nicolas ing”. Job interview.... Destino ko’y San Francisco “but East Coast was my Boss: Ano ang alam mo? Rommel: Alam ko po kung Marami na ang panahong sa atin ay nagsilipas, only dream“. Dalawang holdaper sa Siya ay nasa Philadelphia, tamang “address” wala sa saan kayo nakatira ng misis bangko.... Humantong ang ating buhay na kaiba yaong landas. mo, at kung saan nakatira ang Holdaper #1: Yehey! Iba ang syang minahal mo’t ibang aking naging kabyak, ‘kin, Walang ibang makatulong upang siya ay hanapin. kabit mo. Mayaman na tayo! Ako ang syang napalayo, ika’y nasa Pilipinas. Boss: o cge.. tanggap ka Holdaper #2: Bilangin mo na! na! Ang simula nitong buhay, maala-ala mo pa kaya? “Frustrated” ang panahon ko’t di ko alam ang gagawin, Ang Linggo at mga buwan lumipas na kay tutulin. Holdaper: Gago! Alam mo Lagi tayong magkasama noong tayo’y mga bata. Tomas: Sobrang tabatsoy namang mahina ako sa math. Kapag araw ng Sabado, nalaman kong ika’y wala, Isang liham ang natanggap na ikaw ay nasa atin, na ang misis ko kaya gusto Pakakasal ka sa iba, sa USA ako‘y bitin. Abangan na lang natin sa Nadarama ko ay lungkot, isipan ko ay tulala. niyang magbawas ng timbang. balita kung magkano! Nag-horseback riding siya.. Kapag araw na ng Linggo ako’y iyong panauhin, Masama ang aking loob sa lahat ng pangyayari, Jorge: Ano’ng resulta? Guro: What is 34 books + At ang syang laging nais mo, ako’y kasama at kapiling. Ngunit ‘di ko magagawa na ikaw lang ang masisi. Tomas: Nabawasan ng 10 25 books? “Badminton” ang ating laro, kay saya ng araw natin, Ako ang may pagkukulang at sisi ko ang sarili, kilos ‘yung kabayo! Pilo: 59 books po. Ang handa mong tanghalian, paboritong lagi mandin. Naganap ang hindi dapat, magsisi man, sadyang huli. Guro: Good. Ang 18 + 29 + Ama: Kumusta ang pag- 30 books? Tandang-tanda ko pa noon na ayaw mong kita’y iwan, Malungkot ang aking buhay na malayo sa ‘ting bayan, aaral mo? Pilo: 77 books. Ang nais mo’y buong araw, kasama mo ay ako lang. Ngunit higit na malungkot, wala rin ang minamahal. Anak: Nag-lesson at test po Guro: Very good. Now, Ako’y hindi tumututol ngunit nararapat naman, Pangarap ko’y walang linaw kahit sahod laging dolyar, kami tungkol sa mga manok. what is 950 + 136 + 672 + 490 Kasabikan ay umusbong, magkalayo kahit minsan. Nagiisa itong pusong siya pa rin ang sinisigaw. Ama: Ano, madali ba? + 854 books? Anak: Chicken na chicken! Pilo: Ma’am, library po! Patuloy na tumatamis ang larawang buhay natin, Kay tagal kong iniwasang umuwi sa ating bayan, Ama: Anong grade mo? Buhat sa ‘yong paaralan ang hintay ko’y ikaw pa rin. Sa dahilang ‘di matanggap, sinapit ng aking buhay. Anak: Itlog po. Pasyente: Okey ba ang Sa layo ng uwian mo, maglakad ang pipiliin, Oo, ako’y “US NAVY“, may magandang kapalaran, services sa Upang tayo’y magkausap ng bagay na para sa ‘tin. Ngunit puso ay sinawi ng tunay na pagmamahal. ospital na ito? Minsan noon sa “autograph” ako’y iyong pinasulat, Tulad na ng nasabi ko, kapwa kami ‘di malaya, Doktor: Tapatan ring masasabi, totoo ang aking sumpa. Oo naman. ‘Pagkat nais mong malaman, pangarap ko’t mga hangad. Sigurado Ang pansin mo’y “dedication”, parang ika’y napadilat, Siya lang ang iibigin, kailanma’y di mawawala, Dating tibok nitong puso, nilunod ng mga luha. ‘yon. Napukaw ang iyong mata, sa akin ay napasulyap. Pasyente: Paano kung Naririto ang isinasaad: Pahimakas na nais ko, kung tayo ay magkikita, Kahit kaunting mga ngiti sa akin ay sasapat na. hindi ako satisfi ed? “Remember me from day to day, Ang aklat ng ating buhay na lagi kong ala-ala, Sapitin nang maitiklop , tuluyan na malimot ka. Doktor: Remember me when I’m away, Ibabalik And if the grave shall be my bed, namin ang Remember me while I am dead.” Maala-ala mo kaya ang lahat ng sinaysay ko? sakit mo. Tunay nating kasaysayan sa ibabaw nitong mundo. Habang tayo’y nagtatagal, iba itong nadarama, Ako’t ikaw ang gumanap, mayrong lungkot yaong dulo, Kita’y aking iniibig ngunit ako’y nangangamba. Takda marahil ng panahon, sa buhay ko’t sa buhay mo. ‘Di ko nais na sirain ang tiwalang gumaganda, Ngunit paano ang puso ko kung maunahan ng iba? Sa tuwing aking maririnig ang awiting “My Own True Love”, Kaya’t ’di ko na natiis, akong ito ay lumiham, Luha ko ay ‘di mapigil sa labis na pagkahabag. Pinagtapat ko ang lahat na ika’y aking minamahal. Pangarap mo’t pangarap ko ay tuluyang ‘di natupad, Labis man ang pangamba ko ngunit dapat mong mala- Bakit, bakit ang pag-ibig ay kay lupit kapag tapat? man, Tanging ikaw, walang iba ang mahal ko sa ‘king buhay. Kung dumating ang panahong sapitin kong maging bangkay, Isang araw ng Sabado na siyang araw ng pangilin, Magtatapos na rin dito ang hirap kong dinaramdam. Parang ika’y umiiwas na‘di ako pinapansin. 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The Alternative Fuel Vehicle the Nissan LEAF on www. EV Project, funded by a $98 Infrastructure Working Group. Nissan LEAF Zero-Emission Tour Culminates in New York NissanUSA.com as a result of million grant from the Depart- In North America, Nissan the tour. Signing up online is ment of Energy and led by has spearheaded a holistic NEW YORK (Feb. 11, order a Nissan LEAF. 100,000 people to see and the first step in the reservation EV infrastructure provider approach to zero-emission 2010) – The Nissan LEAF • ORDER: Nissan will learn about the Nissan LEAF and purchase process. eTec, a division of Ecotality, mobility by working with Zero-Emission Tour culmi- begin taking firm first hand. Already, the Nissan LEAF will provide an unprecedented states, municipalities, utility nated today with an appear- orders in August, for “There was a groundswell has received more than number companies and other partners, ance in New York City. The deliveries when sales of grassroots support from 10 media and to prepare markets and infra- three-month tour, which made begin in the driver’s coast to coast,” said Tavares. environ- structure. Nissan has formed 63 stops in 24 cities, offered particular market. “Everywhere we went, people mental 18 partnerships in the United the opportunity for interested • EARLY DELIVER- recognized a new urban States, in areas includ- drivers, media, civic partners, IES: Rollout begins mobility – a turning point ing State of Tennessee, businesses and university stu- in select markets in – and they wanted to be a the State of Oregon, dents to learn more about the December 2010, with part of it. The response Sonoma County, San Nissan LEAF and the benefits vehicles available in all was spontaneous and Diego and San Fran- of zero-emission driving. major launch markets diverse. We were joined cisco in California, quickly thereafter. by mayors and govern- Phoenix and Tucson, The tour helped pave the ment officials, CEOs, Ariz., Washington D.C., way for the 2010 introduction “The Nissan LEAF pur- utility partners, car Seattle, with the City of Nissan LEAF, the world’s chase process is effortless, enthusiasts, students, of Orlando and Orlando first all-electric, zero-emission transparent and accessible, of- dealers, media, en- (6,510) Utilities Commission, with car designed for the mass fering value with a one-stop- vironmentalists, Twitter users of public charging stations Progress Energy in Raleigh, market, and leads up to the shop approach for everything and lots of families.” awards, including the Green across the 5 participating N.C., with the City of Hous- start of the vehicle-purchase related to the car, including Car Vision Award, presented markets and will provide ton and Houston-based Reli- process. The Nissan LEAF the assessment, permitting Tour Highlights: at the Washington Auto Show home charging stations for up ant Energy, with the State of will be available to consumers and installation of in-home by Green Car Journal. to 4700 Nissan Leafs sold in Massachusetts. Nissan also via lease or sale, in a single battery charging units,” said Diverse tour stops, stretch- The announcement of the those markets. The public sta- has formed partnerships with transaction that includes the Carlos Tavares, Chairman, ing from Stanford University closing of Nissan’s loan with tions will include both Level Mexico City and Vancouver, battery. Steps to acquiring a Nissan Americas. “We want to the Kennedy Space Center. the U.S. Department of Ener- 2 (240V) and Level 3 DC fast Canada. Nissan LEAF are: everyone to feel good about Other stops included: Phoenix gy. The $1.4 billion loan will chargers. The EV Project Nissan, along with alli- • REGISTER: Interest- having a car that is affordable, on New Year’s Eve, in con- fund the modification of Nis- markets are Seattle, Or- ance partner Renault, is the ed people can register fun to drive and good for the junction with the Fiesta Bowl; san’s Smyrna, Tenn., manu- egon, Tennessee (Knoxville, only automaker committed to for more information environment.” Qwest Field in Seattle; the facturing plant to produce the Nashville and Chattanooga), making all-electric vehicles about the Nissan LEAF Coinciding with this next Oregon Museum of Science Nissan LEAF and batteries to Phoenix/Tucson, Ariz., and available to the mass market on www.NissanUSA. phase of the Nissan LEAF and Industry in Portland; and power it. Groundbreaking for San Diego. on a global scale. com. To date, close to launch is the debut of Nis- a charging-station-equipped the new battery plant will take The tour also served as the In North America, Nissan’s 50,000 people have san’s initial global marketing McDonald’s in Cary, N.C. place in May. backdrop to announce newly operations include automotive registered on the web- campaign, which is called The tour also stopped at Nis- The announcement of a established partnerships with design, engineering, consumer site. Those registrants “The New Car.” A first look at san Americas in Franklin, joint commitment with Hertz, the City of Orlando and the and corporate financing, sales will be given first prior- the campaign – which illus- Tenn; the Smyrna, Tenn., the world’s largest general Orlando Utilities Commis- and marketing, distribution ity to reserve a Nissan trates Nissan’s passion about manufacturing facility where market rental brand, to bring sion; the City of Houston; and and manufacturing. Nissan LEAF. the potential for zero-emission the Nissan LEAF will be built zero-emission mobility car the State of Massachusetts. is dedicated to improving the • RESERVE: The res- mobility and a better, cleaner starting in 2012; and Nis- rental to the United States These agreements, like three environment under the Nissan ervation process will world – was shown in New san Design Americas in San and Europe in 2011. Hertz is dozen others globally, are de- Green Program 2010, whose begin in April, shortly York as part of the culmina- Diego. New York area stops developing a rollout of the signed to promote the devel- key priorities are reducing emissions, cutting other after the announcement tion of the Nissan LEAF include Madison Square Gar- Nissan LEAF at select rental opment of an electric-vehicle CO2 of the price of the Nis- Zero-Emission Tour. den (Feb. 10), and upcoming sites in both major markets. charging network and policies emissions and increasing san LEAF. Upon pay- The Nissan LEAF Zero- public displays at the Time Nissan announced that to support the widespread recycling. More informa- ing a fully refundable Emission Tour covered 10,000 Warner Center (Feb. 12) and AeroVironment will supply adoption of electric cars. tion on the Nissan LEAF and reservation fee, regis- miles in the United States and the Liberty Science Center and install home charging Existing partnerships fur- zero emissions can be found trants will be among Canada, providing the first (Feb. 13). stations for the Nissan LEAF, thered progress, taking steps at www.nissanusa.com/leaf- the first in line able to opportunity for more than Due to the high level of creating a one-stop shop for like securing letters of intent electric-car.