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displaced some 20,000 individu- s you know by now, your Tito Willie, my beloved brother had passed away to- February 19, 2016, National meeting at National City, San als. City, San Diego, California. Core Diego on February 19, 2016. day, Friday the 13th, in our house in Quezon City, Philippines. Weeks before, his group members of the Digong The core group members de- Aleg wounds, one that he had been nursing for years, had recurred. He could not Jostling for infl uence be completely cured of this because of his overweight condition, despite the fact that he Duterte Supporters- California ( Continued on page 7 ) San Diego Chapter held their fi rst ( Continued on page 6 ) The Philippine government insists there are no formal links between ISIS and the Mindanao Ateneo professors to Bongbong Oscar dream comes true for boy from Cavite groups. “There remains no credible and Marcos: Stop 'distortion of history' Inquirer.net | MANILA, direct connection to the big- 3/1/2016 “I used to daydream ger group in the Middle East up by Bea Orante, Rappler.com | day, March 2. as a boy in Cavite City of being MANILA, 3/2/2016 – After vice Signatories from different de- to this time," AFP spokesper- here receiving an Oscar and here son Col. Restituto Padilla said presidential candidate Senator partments, including several from I am living the dream!” Ronnie Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos the history department, refuted in January, before the Maute del Carmen said backstage at the group’s attacks. Jr said historians, not politicians, the vice presidential candidate's 88th Academy Awards where should judge his father's regime, claim that the Marcos years were Mendoza agreed but stressed “Inside Out,” which he codirect- that ISIS’ infl uence is such that it professors of the Ateneo de Ma- good for the country. "The Mar- ed, won the best animated feature nila University said they oppose cos regime's economics of debt- can provoke terror attacks even prize. without a clear fl ow of authority. the "ongoing willful distortion of driven growth was disastrous for The University of Santo Tomas ISIS early this year announced its our history." the Philippines," they said. alumnus has racked up several acceptance of Mindanao-based rebels’ A statement titled, "We are not "The regime was not interested fi rsts in his career—including be- pledge of allegiance. Mendoza stressed, blind to the darkness and oppres- in inclusive development, long- ing the fi rst Filipino to codirect a however, that it does not make the group a formal arm of its “caliphate.” sion of the Marcos years", was term state-building, nor genuine fi lm at Pixar Studios, the anima- fi rst Filipino to earn an Oscar tion for “Inside Out,” which he To become fully absorbed into the Is- signed by at least 412 faculty tion movie powerhouse, and the best original screenplay nomina- ( Continued on page 13 ) members and released Wednes- ( Continued on page 13 ) ( Continued on page 7 )

Proclaim that mercy is the greatest attribute of God. All the works of My hand are crowned with mercy. Encinitas is the site of the future Divine Mercy Shrine. -- Jesus to St. Faustina Kowalska, Divine Mercy in My Soul (Diary #301) The site is on Encinitas Blvd., east of I-5, about a mile and a half from Moonlight Beach and two miles south of the Paramhansa Yogananda Self-Realization Center. If you would like to know more about the project, please contact Zarina Cruz at [email protected] or check for updates on www.divinemercyhills.org, the o cial website of the Divine Mercy Hills Foundation of Southern California (DMHFSC).

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The call for submitted nominees and featured on a value to carry the AARP name as well director nominations is open now until March Facebook photo album for open voting. as help our members obtain discounts (San Diego- March 2, 2016) With the 31, 2016 at AARP’s AAPI Community Users can “Like” the fi nalist to cast their on a wide range of products, travel, and upcoming retirement of its founder, the Facebook page. vote during Asian American and Pacifi c services. A trusted source for lifestyle Board of Pacifi c Arts Movement (Pac Islander Heritage Month in May. Three tips, news and educational information, Arts), a nonprofi t media arts organization Chapter 18 – “TNTs” and “We encourage everyone to nominate heroes will be announced in June, and AARP produces AARP The Magazine, in San Diego County, is seeking qualifi ed the passionate and committed individuals they and their organizations will each the world's largest circulation magazine; candidates for the position of Executive Free Housemaids in our community for their work help- receive a cash prize of $1,000. AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP Director. Pac Arts founder and Execu- Pusoy – A Novel pusoyed them all and everyone had to ing older adults,” said Daphne Kwok, TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP tive Director Lee Ann Kim plans to retire AARP Vice President of Multicultural For more information about how AARP en Español, a Spanish-language website By Rudy D. Liporada pay him double. in April to focus on her family after more “Swerte talaga si Kuya Romy,” said Leadership, Asian American and Pacifi c helps Asian American & Pacifi c Islander addressing the interests and needs of than 16 years of service. Islander Audience Strategy. “This award families get more out of life, visit aarp. Hispanics. AARP does not endorse s Romy shuffl es the Sonny as he took his turn to shuffl e the “We’re grateful to Lee Ann for her cards. is our way to say thank you to individu- org/aapi, facebook.com/AARPAAPI- candidates for public offi ce or make many years of leadership and setting up cards again, Sonny als who are making the lives of our older Community and @AARPAAPI. contributions to political campaigns a strong foundation for the next Execu- said, “Sam and Ev- “Even Tessie is swerte, ha, Kuya Ro- adults better. This award is also an op- or candidates. The AARP Foundation tive Director to build upon,” says Ste- portunity to inspire others to work for or About AARP is an affi liated charity that provides A del?” Ernest said. “Even if they must be phen Chin, Pac Arts board member and elyn...those are your friends to volunteer time assisting our elders.” AARP is a nonprofi t, nonpartisan or- security, protection, and empowerment paying her now under the table, huh?” Chairman Emeritus. “Today, Pac Arts who own several nursing “Of course, they must be,” Sonny said, ganization, with a membership of nearly to older persons in need with support is fi scally stronger than it has ever been To submit a nomination, visit facebook. 38 million, that helps people turn their from thousands of volunteers, donors, homes, yah, Kuya?” answering ahead of Rodel. “I mean before. With an engaged board, passion- without her papers with her...” com/AARPAAPICommunity to fi ll goals and dreams into real possibilities, and sponsors. AARP has staffed offi ces ate staff, loyal members and volunteers, out the online form. Eligible nominees strengthens communities and fi ghts for in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, “Yes,” Rodel said. “I am sure though that they will not and successful programs and partner- “So, Tessie is now a TNT?” asked take advantage of her like other shrewd include any employee or volunteer of a the issues that matter most to families Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. ships, we’re confi dent these factors will non-profi t organization that serves Asian such as healthcare, employment and Learn more at www.aarp.org. Sonny. care giver home owners,” Rodel said. attract quality candidates to lead us into ‘Not in that sense because she said she “Well, she is still lucky that she ran into our next chapter.” Chin is co-chairing has papers although she does not have your church,” said Sonny. the civics test. Since the applicant is ex- fi ces in San Francisco, San Diego, Sac- the search committee with fellow board them,” Rodel said. “She is just hiding “So, what would happen to that Dave?” empt from the English language require- ramento and Manila. The information member, Wendy Gillespie. from that Dave.” Romy asked. English language “Lee Ann's contributions to San Diego ( Continued from page 2 ) ment, he or she will be permitted to take presented in this article is for general “I did not mean 'tago ng tago',” Sonny “I don't really know for now,” Rodel the test in his or her native language. If information only and is not, nor intended and Asian American cinema are immea- said, smiling. “I meant 'tagapunas ng said. “We will still have to see if Tessie's read and write in English. The citizen- the applicant decides to take the civics to be, formal legal advice nor the forma- surable,” says Pac Arts Artistic Direc- tae'.” story checks out. We had medico legal ship applicant will also have to undergo test in his or her native language, the ap- tion of an attorney-client relationship. tor Brian Hu. “The entire staff looks Only laughs. Rodel and Ernest just photos taken and certify her bruises to be the civics test. However, a legal perma- plicant must bring an interpreter during Call or e-mail CTV for an in-person forward to building upon that momen- smiled. domestically brutal infl icted. We are still nent resident may be exempt from the the interview. or phone consultation to discuss your tum and continue enriching the national After a brief silence and Sonny project- also in the process of checking out with English language requirement if he or An applicant will be given special particular situation and/or how their dialogue about equity in the media and ing some kind of contrition, Sonny said, other concerned agencies.” she meets the following requirements: consideration regarding the civics test re- services may be retained at (415) 495- the achievements of Asian and Asian “that is really sad, Kuya. A Filipina “I really hope he burns in hell,” Romy quirement if the applicant is 65 years or 8088; (619) 955-6277; (916)449-3923 American artists.” taken advantage of like that.” said. • The applicant is fi fty (50) older and has been a permanent resident [email protected]. Pacifi c Arts Movement is in its 17th “Good thing your friends could help “But you know,” Sonny suddenly years or older at the time of fi ling for for at least 20 years at the time of the fi l- season of programming and is best her out,” Romy said. interjected. “It just occurred to me that naturalization and has lived as a per- ing of the naturalization application. known for presenting the San Diego “Really,” Rodel said. “I just hope that there is some kind of conspiracy among manent resident in the United State for With the coming elections and the anti- Asian Film Festival (SDAFF), which has things could be sorted out so Tessie older American men to prey on Filipinas twenty (20) years or immigrant positions taken by a number grown to become one of the largest fi lm could have a better life here.” back home.” • The applicant is fi fty fi ve (55) of presidential candidates, it is important festivals of its kind in North America. “What do you mean by that?” Rodel years or older at the time of fi ling for that legal permanent residents who have Pac Arts serves more than 20,000 people For a while no one is talked as each asked. naturalization and has lived as a perma- been here in the United States for quite each year through its year-round pro- one busied himself sorting his cards. “You know, like what happened to Tes- nent resident in the United States for a substantial period of time and are eli- grams which include an award-winning After sometime, Romy smiled and said, sie,” Sonny said. “I really fi nd this funny fi fteen (15) years. gible to fi le for citizenship must now fi le youth documentary training program “I am ready when you are.” and this is just me thinking but...and...I their citizenship application so that their called Reel Voices. The Executive “You appear to have very good hands,” am not generalizing but it appears like If the applicant meets any of these two voices may be heard once they become Director is part of a team of six FTE Rodel said. Americans, specially the older ones have requirements, then the US Citizenship citizens of the United States. employees, more than 100 volunteers “Maybe,” Romy said, beaming. this kind of untold conspiracy to marry and Immigration Services (USCIS) and an operating budget approaching $1 “He must have,” Sonny said. “Okay, I Filipinas from the country...” will no longer test the legal permanent Atty. Dennis E. Chua is a partner in million. am ready, too.” “What is wrong with that?” Ernest resident’s ability to read and write in The Law Firm of Chua Tinsay and Vega asked ( Continued on page 13 ) Everyone showed their cards. Romy ( Continued on page 6 ) English. 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Ople and Enrile remained in Pimentel. of garlic, these foods also contain those their cabinet posts for years until Marcos smelly sulfur compounds that support Ople, on the other hand, found himself was booted out of offi ce in 1986 by the in a most embarrassing position. During your liver in its production of glutathi- miraculous People’ Revolution of Cory one, the compound in every cell of your the dying days of the Marcos dictator- Aquino. Enrile was the luckiest of all. ship, while the rebel soldiers sought body that neutralizes free radicals. When he fell out of grace from Marcos, Eggs—Eggs provide some of the refuge in Camp Aguinaldo behind a he desperately sought the support of barricade of bodies and the Marcoses highest-quality protein, containing all Army Chief of Staff Fidel Ramos and of eight essential amino acids, cholesterol, were holed up in Malacanang begging Jaime Cardinal Sin because he feared for the United States for help, Ople, at the and the essential nutrient choline. Your his life after receiving a report that he liver needs these essential amino acids time in the U.S., was ordered to speak was about to be liquidated upon the or- in defense of the dictator. He was being to perform detoxifi cation processes. ders of his patron. Sin asked the Filipino Choline a coenzyme needed for me- interviewed by David Brinkley, Sam people to protect the rebellious soldiers Donaldson and George Will in their tabolism, is found in the egg yolk and by staging a People’s Power revolt in protects your liver from a wide range noontime show “This Week With David Camp Aguinaldo. Enrile even confessed Brinkley” on ABC, where he steadfastly of toxic substances, while detoxifying his sins before an international televi- heavy metals. claimed that Marcos remained and sion audience, admitting they faked would remain in control of the country. Artichokes—Two phytonutrients found his alleged ambush in 1972 to justify in artichokes, cynarin and silymarin, “Well, I’ve got news for you, Mr. the declaration of martial law and the Labor Minister,” Brinkley told him with have been shown to nourish your liver, cheating of Cory Aquino of thousands of increase bile production, and prevent a chuckle before an international televi- votes to deliver his Cagayan bailiwick to sion audience. Minutes ago, your boss gallstones. his boss Marcos. As everybody knows Medicinal Mushrooms—Maitake, and his family have left Malacanang by now, Marcos was toppled, and Enrile, in a helicopter to escape the ire of the shiitake, and reishi mushrooms are Ramos and the rebel soldiers were thought to provide signifi cant healing Filipino people. It seems that you have declared heroes, despite his confessed just lost your job.” nutrients that nourish and support your sins. He got to keep his post and the immune system. These mushrooms In one instant, Ople was transformed money he allegedly stole from many from a government offi cial to a non- contain a powerful antioxidant called years in power. Today, he is reputed L-ergothioneine, which neutralizes free entity. He sheepishly slipped out of to be the richest man in Asia next to the scene, cooled his heels abroad, and radicals while increasing enzymes that the Marcos family and still remains in boost antioxidant activity. quietly slipped back to the country when power as a senator. His business empire everything had cooled down and the has extended all over Asia, proving once anger against the Marcos martial law Fruits more that “crime does pay”, at least for Berries—Blueberries, strawberries, collaborators had subsided. now. His latest senate victory, however, To pave the way for the Marcoses’ ( Continued on page 12 ) eventual return, the Marcos family spent millions of dollars for the services of slick Madison Avenue public relations fi rms to refurbish their image. With the sudden explosion of press freedom in -“No out of Pocket Expense IF you qualify” the Philippines after years of oppres- sion by Marcos, newspapers, big and small, sprouted one after another, reaching the peak of over thirty publica- tions in a small geographical area like Metro Manila. Being well fi nanced, the Marcoses and their cronies managed to take control of many of the newspapers Income Tax and defend, if not polish their image, the dictator and his family from the attacks of their critics. So-called Marcos loyalists, many of whom were squatters 20% Discount - January 15 to February 15 paid to demonstrate for Marcos, fl ooded Manila streets for months in an effort to clear the air for the tyrant’s and his cohorts’ return. Marcos did not live long 15% Discount - February 16 to March 15 enough to see the day of his rehabilita- tion. But with Aquino trying to live up to her promise to give back freedom to FREE the Filipinos, the Marcos family and “CHEAP + QUICK + ACCURATE” their cronies like Eduardo “Danding” Electronic Filing with Cojuangco managed to slip back into Preparation the country and take control of what was We print your refund check in our office left of their vast, hidden, and relatively OPEN YEAR untouched wealth.. Just like the other Marcos collabora- ROUND tors, Ople lost in his initial comeback at- tempt in the political scene. Eventually, however, he managed to win a senato- “Para sa mura, mabilis at tamang INCOME TAX RETURN rial post; many now regarde him as an elder statesman who occasionally spouts PREPARATION, kahit saan panig ng mundo, kaya words of wisdom on critical issues in the newly reborn and budding democracy. 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The Fleet galleries for growing professionally in a startup a moment! program, 52 Weeks of Science. These feature fun, interactive science exhibits environment.” The Reuben Fleet Science Center is events will feature interactive experi- and our current set of traveling exhibi- Offi cials broke ground today on a key lanes that are separated from vehicle Named as one of North America's participating in Expo Day and offering ments, hands-on demonstrations and tions, including Taping Shape, Zoo in bikeway project in San Diego that will traffi c by concrete barriers. It will extend fastest growing companies by Deloitte several spectacular science events dur- the opportunity to meet a scientist or You, Super Cells and the Art of Science create a protected bike lane parallel to from Adams Avenue along a one-mile in 2015, Wrike is recognized for its ing the Festival. Find out more below! engineer. Learning. 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Page 6 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com March 4-10, 2016 PerspectivesPerspectives sore thumb among us, his brothers and like your Tito Sonny or a journalist like sisters, was evident. He was the heaviest me. They noticed however your Tito and tallest, standing up all in 5’10”. Willie’s penchant for farm life, despite When I was ten years old, our parents the fact that we grew up in the city. My had a picture of their children taken. We father, who was born and raised in the were lined up according to our age. One province, never outgrew his love for could see the slope in height but when plants and animals. We always had a it reached your Tito Sonny, it leveled pet bird, chicken, hog, dog and a variety off because your Tito Willie, the next in of plants in the house. Certainly, your line, was as tall as he despite their two- Tito Willie took after him. They had year age difference , and down again him enrolled in an agriculture course, towards your Tito Greg, our youngest and when he graduated, he completed sibling. our parents’ dream of having all their Since he was a child, your Tito Willie children become college graduates, a tall was naturally big and heavy. He was fat order for our father who, despite being a and cute that the friends and custom- successful businessman, managed to fi n- ers of our father, who regularly visited ish only second year in college, because Breaking Barriers: What your Tito Willie was all about his printing business in Quiapo, Manila of personal hardships. ( Continued from page 1 ) where we lived, were very fond of him. But how did your Tito Willie man- Not Building Walls Buddy, one of the two doctors in our One of them even commented that with age in college? For one thing, he had family, said to me when I called them his eyes, he was the most beautiful complete interest in the subject and had been hospitalized for it in the Philippines that “we all knew he n an earlier column, I 6. Tennessee (3/1) - with 67 delegates among us. The fact that he loved to eat taking the courses was easy for him. For at stake, Clinton has a > 98% chance of several times. was a ‘walking time bomb’. Because food did not help. I remember whenever another, he was the friendliest among us, discussed “Hillary Clin- your Tito Willie was overweight, he was winning; we had mudfi sh for lunch or dinner. one who had special talent in befriend- 7. Oklahoma (3/1) - with 38 delegates A few days ago, he contracted the fl u. in poor health. When he was brought He would always ask for the roe. Due ing ordinary people. His professors ton’s Path to Victory.” I Yesterday, your Tita Mila, my sister, downstairs, I was told that at least eight I at stake, SANDERS has a > 78% chance to his inability to say the word “itlog”, became his buddies and he was their followed it up in a Facebook of winning; asked if he wanted to be brought to a people had to carry his 300 lbs. body. No he would call it “bo” instead, his own favorite. I remember my parents being hospital again. Perhaps he wanted to ordinary casket would fi t him, so they Status Update stating the 8. Arkansas (3/1) - with 32 delegates special and easy-to-pronounce word for so proud whenever your Tito Willie at stake, Clinton has a > 98% chance of spare others from the burden of taking had to order a special metal one, one that his favorite part of the fi sh. Years later, would show them his skill in castrating a predictions by Nate Silver, a care of him, so he simply asked for an costs 200,000 pesos, about $4,760! winning; when I realized how tasty the roe was, chicken, one of the things he learned his famous brilliant statistician, 9. Vermont (3/1) - with 16 delegates at antibiotic medication instead. At seven The reason why I am writing to you I regretted the times when I failed to husbandry course. o’clock this morning, when the maids is because I feel you did not know your author, and political analyst stake, SANDERS has a > 98% chance contend for it during our younger days. It was partly because of this that our of winning. entered his room to clean it, your Tito Tito Willie well enough. Those of you Your Tito Willie was supposed to be a parents built a rest house and a farm in whose work and achieve- Willie was still asleep. But when they who grew up in the United States have Based on the results of the Super Tues- girl. He broke the boy-girl pattern in our our property in the province. My father ments I greatly admire. day (March 1, 2016) Primaries, Nate returned an hour later, they noticed met him at most fi ve times, during your family. First we had your Tito Buddy, wanted to retire and go back to his roots something wrong with him. They asked Silver proved himself to be an accurate visits to the Philippines. He was the only then your Tita Fely, me, then your Tita in the rural area with the help of his Silver successfully called the outcomes for help, and the other household helps one among my siblings who had not forecaster. For example, he predicted Mila, then Tito Sonny and instead of a agriculturist son. But I guess the lack of in 49 of the 50 states in the 2008 U.S. that Bernie Sanders had a greater than tried to revive him, but he was gone. visited us here in the U.S. But during girl, we had your Tito Willie, followed fi nancial motivation did them in because Your Tita Mila was on her way home Presidential election. He was named 98% chance of winning in Vermont, and those few occasions, you could hardly by your Tito Greg. I remember one time it did not matter whether their endeavor one of The World's 100 Most Infl uential from the airport, after picking up your talk to him, because he was not one with a greater than 78% chance of winning when my mother, just for fun, dressed made money or not. They had fi nancial People by Time in 2009. in Oklahoma. His forecast also stated Tito Sonny, my brother, and his wife enough facility in the English language him like a girl! resources coming in from our printing Gerlie, who had just arrived from San In the 2012 United States presidential that Hillary Clinton would win in seven you speak. You might have seen him as But because he was somewhat differ- business, and it turned out to be more of election between Barack Obama and Diego, California to attend to some an imposing, if not intimidating person, States. ent, our parents believed that your Tito a hobby than a honest-to-goodness busi- Mitt Romney, Silver correctly predicted Super Tuesday results show Hillary personal matters. A few blocks away one with a huge body, dark skin and Willie gave them good luck in their ness enterprise. from home, as they stopped for breakfast the winner of all 50 states and the Dis- Clinton winning in Alabama with 78% rough appearance, not the seemingly business. Siya ang suwerte ng pamilya But we enjoyed the fruits of their labor trict of Columbia. at Chow King’s on Retiro Street, they educated and sophisticated professionals of the votes; Arkansas: 66%; Georgia: (he is the good luck in the family). Our too. We would spend our vacation in For the 2016 Presidential elections, he 71%; Massachusetts: 50%; Tennessee: received the frantic call from the maid. like your other uncles. In fact, it always printing press blossomed after he was the place and enjoy the country life, the They hurriedly went home and saw your also correctly predicted the winners of 66%; and Texas: 65%. He certainly gave broke my heart whenever I witnessed born, making our family several notches rice fi elds, the fruit trees, the vegetable the Republican and Democratic prima- Tito Willie still being revived. A day be- moments of your encounters with him. quite an accurate prediction indeed. higher economically from the rest of our gardens and farm animals like chickens, ries in New Hampshire. For the next set of primaries, Nate fore, your Tito Willie was asking when You always felt awkward. Both you and relatives and friends. hogs, ducks, quails and others. your Tito Sonny would arrived. Sadly, Silver recently made the following Silver also predicted the following: my brother Willie were always having Not a favorite activity One time when I was vacationing from predictions based on his own proven he was not able to wait for him. The diffi culty in communicating in English 1. Hillary Rodham Clinton (HRC) Early on, it was evident that school was the U.S. and your Tita Fely was visiting mathematical model that includes has 95% chance of winning in Michi- antibiotic pills he asked for remained as a common language. I thought that not your Tito Willie’s favorite activity. I from Guam, your Tito Willie treated us unwrapped beside his bed. certain polls: gan; while he had all the complete love and thought that the reason why he breezed to delicious fried quails and duck calde- 1. South Carolina (2/27 primary) - with Call affection an uncle would feel towards all 2. HRC has a greater than 99% through elementary school was the fact reta from his farm. 53 delegates at stake, Clinton has a > chance of winning in Florida; I got the call from your cousin Eugene of you, he could not completely express that our mother was a teacher there, and A legend when I was waving goodbye to a friend 99% chance of winning; 3. HRC has a greater than 99% these feelings. He might have even her co-teachers would not disappoint her You may not know it, but your Tito 2. Texas (3/1) - with 222 delegates at whom I just visited at 5:20 in the felt a feeling of inferiority towards his chance of winning in Illinois; by giving her son a hard time. But he Willie was a legend in the province. stake, Clinton has a > 98% chance of 4. HRC has a greater than 96% afternoon. All I could say when I heard English-speaking nephews and nieces managed to graduate from high school, He had the most friends among us. the news was the words, “no, no, no!” winning; chance of winning in North Carolina; and would hold back and shy away. I although, then again, one of our aunts Everybody in the barrio knew him, and 3. Georgia (3/1) - with 102 delegates words that I kept repeating on my way am heartened by the fact that you would and was teaching there during that time. In he was the favorite baptismal sponsor at stake, Clinton has a > 99% chance of 5. HRC has a greater than 94% to my car. As I sat inside, I realized that occasionally ask me how your Tito fairness however, I would say that your because the rural men folk could eas- I was engulfed with a feeling of guilt, winning; chance of winning in Ohio. Willie was doing. Somehow, I knew that Tito Willie managed to fi nish school on ily relate to him. They didn’t call him 4. Virginia (3/1) - with 95 delegates at more than grief because I feel that your despite the limited contacts and time for There are no suffi cient polling data to his own. It was obvious to our parents, “sir” or address him with “po”, or “ho”, stake, Clinton has a > 97% chance of analyze for more accurate and bet- Tito Willie was not given a fair shake bonding, you have nurtured enough love however, that your Tito Willie could formal words to an elder or superior, in life. winning; ter projections in other primaries. The and affection for him. not be a doctor like your Tito Buddy like they did to us. He must be the most 5. Massachusetts (3/1) - with 91 That he would die anytime was not a Sore thumb and Tito Greg, a business graduate like complete surprise after all. Your Tito ( Continued on page 11 ) delegates at stake, Clinton has a > 60% ( Continued on page 8 ) That your Tito Willie stood out like a your Tita Fely and Tita Mila, a lawyer chance of winning;

is just too much trouble? Why are they cans, Latinos, well, the list is endless. engaged in liberal bashing? Many politicians need their own Senator Blas TNTs Here is an interesting thought: The enemies so they can rant and rave, make ( Continued from page 4 ) ( Continued from page 3 ) conservative pundits do the vast major- people afraid, and then, hopefully, get for President Fidel Ramos to step down ity of their liberal bashing over the elected. The favorite enemies right in 1998. By then, they expect to be on Well, I'm just saying,” Sonny said. “It media, the very same media that they now of some conservatives are Latinos top again, as they believe that movie appears that they have learned that Fili- accuse of having an extreme liberal bias. and liberals. That word “liberal” has actor Joseph Estrada, a Marcos crony, pinas are docile, loving, loves to cook How is that possible? If the media had become almost profane the way some would be elected president due to his and be servile...” a real liberal bias would they allow the radio announcers pronounce it. popularity with the masses despite the “So?” Romy said. conservatives the opportunity to bash You have to love it – take something vehement opposition of the Catholic Please don't get me wrong,” Sonny them? Could it be that the “liberal me- like the tern “liberal” which means, Church. The Church believes that Es- said. “But, to me, some older Americans, dia” are not the ogre that they are made “Not limited to or by established, trada lacks the moral integrity to become those divorced or widowers especially, out to be? That doesn’t mean that liberal traditional, orthodox, or authoritarian a good president. He is known to have tend to go online or go to the Philippines media do not exist. Of course there are attitudes, views, or dogmas; free from many wives and children born out of to marry younger Filipinas.” liberal media just as there are conserva- bigotry; favoring proposals for reform, wedlock. Moreover, he was impli- “So?” Romy said again. tive media. So what? open to new ideas for progress, and cated in several heinous crimes like the “So,” Sonny said. “They bring the Campaign 2016 tolerant of the ideas and behavior of Kuratong Baleleng rub out and others. Filipinas here; they not only have a wife Two sides others; broad-minded,” according to the Besides, many expect him to pardon the but also a housemaid they do not have to Super Tuesday is over; so who is left standing dictionary.com website. Marcoses for the crimes they had been pay, free fuck and all.” inally, Super Tuesday told them that he’s not running?), There are at least two sides to every Did you get that? Go back and have convicted of once he gets elected as Everyone gives a hearty laugh. economy-bashing (even though the Bu- argument (some people say there are another look at that defi nition again – it president. As respected Manila colum- “That is a foolish thought,” Ernest said. is over and Donald reau of Economic Analyses of the U.S. three sides – your side, my side, and the says “free from bigotry; favoring pro- nist Max Soliven said, Estrada has no “I told you I could be wrong,” Sonny Trump won on the Department of Commerce shows that correct side). Why is it not possible to posals for reform, open to new ideas for achievements to show off as a legislator said, joining in the laughter. F Gross Domestic Product is up, personal have a reasoned, intelligent, fact-based progress, and tolerant of the ideas and and public offi cial except sponsoring a When the laughter subsided, Rodel Republican side and Hillary income is up, unemployment is down), argument when it comes to liberal and behavior of others and broadminded”. law that promotes distributing carabaos said, “Actually, there might be some ele- Clinton won on the Demo- and the Republican front-runner is tap- conservative issues? Ok, quit laughing. What’s so bad, evil, and horrifi c about in the barrios. ment of truth in that.” cratic side. ping in to racism. Every candidate I know this is an election year. that? It all sounds pretty terrifi c to me. When Eric found himself a few meters on the right seems to delight in liberal Of the things that I have noticed in life, But I’m not running for president. away from Senator Ople, he greeted him This has been a very ugly campaign bashing; that’s become the sport of the one is this: The more afraid someone and introduced himself. They exchanged Voting season so far and is getting uglier by the day. I wonder why? Is it because being is, the louder they will yell. If they are The horrible, evil liberal beliefs pleasantries. Eric told the senator that ( Continued from page 7 ) fair is bad? Being just is horrible? Giv- yelling the loudest, the other side will his old friend, Mac Vicencio, had suf- minute. The Republicans are doing their The Green, Peace and Freedom, and usual Obama-bashing (hasn’t anyone ing opportunities to our fellow citizens not have the opportunity to express So just what on earth makes those dis- fered a stroke a few years back, was now their own views. It reminds me of two gustingly evil liberals so terrible? Let us bedridden, and could hardly speak. Ople Republican parties allow only registered children on a playground. examine some of the core liberal beliefs: looked genuinely concerned, although members of their parties to take part in So someday do this. At home or in the it was obvious that he had not seen his their presidential primary elections. If car, listen to as many talk radio stations Equality in education old friend for years. After exchanging you want to vote for the presidential as you can fi nd. I can pretty much guar- Equality in justice business cards, Ople told Eric he would candidate of one of these political par- antee one thing, the liberal bashers are A nation rid of racism, sexism, ageism, look for him if ever he visits Southern ties, you should check your party prefer- yelling the loudest, are being the rudest, and all the other “isms” that separate us California again. A nice gesture, Eric ence at sdvote.com. If it is different, you are working the hardest at not letting the The right to hold their own beliefs in told himself. But he does not expect the will need to re-register with that party other side discuss their opinions. safety senator to come knocking at his door before May 23. The right to let you have your beliefs anytime in the future. - AJ What are they afraid of? The right to be human beings, in all of (To be continued) You can re-register to vote online. If Are they afraid of looking silly? the different shapes, colors, orientations, your signature is confi rmed through Are they afraid of looking stupid? and differences that exist in this grand Department of Motor Vehicles records, Are they afraid of looking uneducated? world of ours with respect, with dignity, with compas- it will automatically be sent to the Reg- Are they afraid of being wrong? The right for you to be a conservative, sion, with honor (even if they disagree istrar of Voters offi ce. If the signature is moderate, liberal, or anything else you with you). Now this doesn’t mean that not confi rmed, print the form, sign it and That last one is probably closest to the want to be liberals are saints, or are perfect – they mail it to the Registrar or you can drop it truth. No one wants to be wrong. But The right to worship – or not worship – most certainly are not. It just means off in person at the Registrar’s offi ce in even more than that, no one wants to be as your spirit moves you that liberals would like to live in a world Kearny Mesa. By state law, the Registrar proven wrong. So if you yell the loudest The right to not be afraid in your home, that doesn’t bash them or make them the must have your original signature. you don’t have to hear any evidence that or anywhere else, of being arrested, scapegoat for problems that require the For additional information, call (858) might, just might, prove you wrong. Ah, seized, roughed up, or detained by a help of all to solve. Sounds pretty good 565-5800 or visit sdvote.com. well. government for a belief (this doesn’t to me. So why don’t we elect leaders mean you can do anything, it means you that can help bring it about? 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Presidential aspirant Davao City Mayor Rodrigo R. “Digong” Duterte promised Voting for Presi- Filipino migrants to address the pressing problems that has ( Continued from page 1 ) beset the Filipino Migrants all over the world. dent in Primary cided to participate in the event It is fi tting that Filipino migrants in on March 12, 2016 dubbed as the US and around the world who have Election? Be “Salo-Salo para kay Digong”. contributed so much to the growth and The event will be held at the development of the Philippines be hon- Sure You Can! First United Methodist Church of ored and their sacrifi ces for the country are recognized. Heads up if you are registered Alhambra 9 North Almansor St, The objectives of the celebration are: Alhambra, CA 91801. Tickets are • Honor the sacrifi ces and cel- as a No Party Preference - or priced at $30 for food, venue and ebrate the struggles of Filipino migrants nonpartisan – voter and you entertainment. and to advocate for their get your ballot by mail. The Salo-Salo para kay Digong is welfare and interests. sponsored by the Filipino Migrants for • Present to Mayor Rodrigo R. San Diego County News Center| SAN Genuine Change-USA (FMGC-USA). Duterte concrete issues and concerns DIEGO, 3.3.2016 -- The Registrar of The FMGC-USA is composed of of Filipino migrants and to ensure they Voters wants you to know presidential Digong Duterte Supporters- California are given attention should he win the candidates will not be listed on your bal- (DDS-California), DU30 Solid Group, presidency. lot. If you’d like to vote for a presidential Brotherhood for Duterte, Duterte for • Drum up support for the presi- candidate in the June primary, you must President Global Movement, DDS-Cal- dential candidacy of Mayor Rodrigo R. take action. ifornia San Diego Chapter and various Duterte individuals. • Strengthen camaraderie “Don’t be caught by surprise,” said The event will celebrate the sacrifi ces among Filipinos and the spirit of Baya- County Registrar of Voters Michael and struggles of Filipino migrants in nihan. Vu. “Make sure you get the mail ballot the USA. The theme of the activity is We are inviting every Filipino migrant you need to vote for your presidential “Sa Amerika man o sa Buong Mundo, in the US, particularly in California to candidate.” Itaguyod ang Interes ng Migranteng attend this event. We are also inviting Pilipino”. Mayor Rodrigo Roa “Digong” Filipino migrants in California/USA to The Registrar’s offi ce is sending out Duterte will be the main speaker of the be a member of DDS-California face- more than 300,000 postcards to nonpar- event by phone patch and video mes- book group: tisan vote-by-mail voters this week to let sage. https://www.facebook.com/groups/Di- them know they have choices includ- Filipino Migrants all over the world gongDuterteSupportersCaliforniaUnit/ ing requesting a ballot for one of three number over 12 million people. Filipino Please get your tickets before the event political parties: American Independent, migrants come from different social so we can include you in the headcount. Democratic or Libertarian. classes in various provinces in the Here are several ways to get a ticket: Those parties are allowing nonpartisan Philippines. They have been forced to 1. You can purchase tickets online at voters to take part in their elections. Se- migrate mainly due to extreme poverty, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salo-salo- lecting one of these political party ballots wide spread landlessness and lack of para-kay-digong-tickets-22243242136 will not permanently change your party jobs and decent wages among others. 2. Join the upcoming meetings before registration but will allow you to vote They have migrated to various countries the event. There is one coming up for the presidential candidate of any one in the Middle East, Europe, North Amer- on February 28. Event details can be of the above parties for the June 7, 2016 ica, Asia and Oceana. It is estimated that found here: https://www.facebook.com/ Presidential Primary Election. in 2015 remittances of Filipino migrants events/1034677556554932/ all over the world would reach $B 29.7. 3. Contact Ellen Sattanni at Choose which of the party ballots you’d Despite their annual remittances of 5628820540, Eileen Atencio Houston like to receive for the primary on the billions of dollars that has contrib- at 3107488777, Michaela de Castro at postage paid postcard and return it by uted largely to keeping the Philippine 3102106828. For San Diego, please April 13. economy afl oat, Filipino migrants all contact Madi Mama-o at 6197919649. over the world suffer from exploitation ( Continued on page 6 ) and oppression. Millions of Filipino migrants worked for long hours many receiving a measly $50 for a 24-hour caregiving or domestic work. Many of Divine Mercy Shrine them are deprived of benefi ts such as in Encinitas, California health insurance and rest days/holidays. They suffer chronically from delays in salaries and illegal and excessive www.divinemercyhills.org deductions and various forms of wage theft. Many of them are traffi cked. Lack Be part of the story. of protection of their rights and welfare and apathy from Philippine government and consular offi cers/offi ces have made their plight even more miserable. Many our last fi lm. Ronnie is one of the great Filipino migrants suffer from emotional Oscar dream visual storytellers in animation. He and mental trauma being separated from comes proudly from the Philippines, as ( Continued from page 1 ) their loves ones. you know.” shared with Pete Docter, Meg “First of all, I apologize, we are a little LeFauve and Josh Cooley. bit out of our heads,” Docter said as he “This day is incredible!” Del Carmen replied to the Inquirer about Del Carmen said. “Inside Out’s” triumph marked as a refl ection of the diverse talent pool the eighth time Pixar has won the best at Pixar in a night where diversity—or animated feature trophy. the lack if it—was the main topic.” “I am so grateful to be part of this “I mean, you look at all the nominees movie, working with Pete Docter and tonight in animation. There’s a lot of talk being part of Pixar! This movie would about (the lack of diversity). But you see not be made if our champion, John in this category fi lms from around the Lasseter (chief creative offi cer), did not world, from Japan, Latin America and push for it and support it all the way,” from good old California. We are proud he added. to be among that group.” Ronnie and wife Theresa proudly wore “I think animation leans that way. creations by Hollywood red carpet de- Ronnie is a great artist who represents signer, Filipino Oliver Tolentino. Ronnie that. We create stories that come from wore a midnight blue tux jacket, made everywhere. Someone like Ronnie really of piña, the Filipino fabric made from brings that to Pixar. We are proud of him pineapple leaves, while Theresa stunned and he is defi nitely sharing this with us.” in a green lace gown. The Cavite City native said that at the In girl’s brain Academy’s hot ticket bash after the show, the Governors Ball, and several The Oscar victory of “Inside Out,” set Oscar after-parties, many admired his inside the brain of an 11-year-old, and tuxedo by Tolentino. which has earned acclaim since it de- “As an immigrant from the Philippines, buted in May last year, was an especially I kept my goals modest and stayed sweet moment for Del Carmen. When realistic,” Del Carmen said about his he was a teenager, his family’s fi nancial journey from Cavite to being one of misfortune forced him to delay college the top animators and storytellers in the and take odd jobs. United States. “I had a rough childhood though many “Because where I come from, we of the early years were idyllic for me,” worked so hard for so little back then. Del Carmen recounted. So this means so much to our family, for “When the hardships came and hung our story,” he added. around for years, we had to make do with whatever fortune brought us. You For parents, PH learned to appreciate a break when it came your way. You’ll never know when “This is for my parents who worked fate will turn sour on you. That’s why so hard to save us; my country where I work hard and a lot. I like to achieve so many are like me wishing for what personal goals which, in the end, is what seems impossible. For my people in the matters the most,” he said. Philippines, I can tell you—dreams keep you going. Awards or no awards, let this Daydreaming be a point of reference that anyone can dream the impossible. Do the work, be He remembers always being interested as good as you can be, fail and learn in drawing and telling stories. “My as you go and you’ll get to a grand father read a lot,” he said. place where you’ve become the dream.’ “I just naturally emulated him. I often Maraming salamat po. Mabuhay!” Del daydreamed when I was alone. I spun Carmen said. tales of adventures and created sci-fi He added: “I owe all this to my parents, worlds. When fortunes went bad, I imag- Rogelio and Lilia, and my siblings— ined ways that a long-lost relative was Lulu, Rick, Louie and Nancy. But most going to show up and dig us out of our of all, my love and partner through all money-strapped life.” challenges, my wife Tess, and the joy “My dad was very concerned because and pride of our lives, my children Geo my penmanship was horrible in contrast and Gerin.” to my drawings. My mom loves to tell Docter and “Inside Out” producer, stories. She’s the natural storyteller in Jonas Rivera, talked about Del Carmen’s the family. She can hold court in any contributions to the movie in the back- gathering for hours on end about fam- stage press room at the Oscars. ily.” “Ronnie should be up here, too,” At 16, Del Carmen painted sets and Rivera told the Inquirer. “He should be, props for Francis Ford Coppola’s absolutely,” Docter chimed in. “Apocalypse Now,” which was being “Ronnie is an essential part of the shot then in the Philippines. He did movie,” Rivera said. “He contributed not meet Coppola but he saw Dean so much to the emotion, the heart of the Tavoularis, the Oscar-winning produc- movie and we are incredibly lucky to tion designer of “Apocalypse Now” and work with him.” “The Godfather” fi lms. When he immigrated to the United ‘Up’ States, Del Carmen’s talent and hard work helped him rise from various jobs Docter acknowledged Del Carmen’s to a position at Pixar, which is based in contributions “to this fi lm and to ‘Up,’ Northern California. 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ArtsArts && CultureCulture Cast, creative team picked for West Coast premiere of Pulitzer Screen Prize winner Lawrence Wright’s thrilling new play, Camp David

Talk PERFORMANCES BEGIN MAY 13, Middle East peace seemed as remote a intriguing chat between Old Globe By Nathan Yuson Andersen WITH OPENING NIGHT ON MAY 20 prospect as it does today. Yet during 13 Artistic Director Barry Edelstein and Read previous articles by Nathan Andersen on DON’T MISS! Globe Artistic Director extraordinary days in 1978, two world Camp David playwright Lawrence his Facebook page and also in the Entertainment BARRY EDELSTEIN IN CONVER- leaders, Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Wright will explore the play; Wright’s Section of www.asianjournalusa.com SATION with LAWRENCE WRIGHT Begin and Egyptian President Anwar research and book on Camp David; his on Thursday, April 21, at 6:00 p.m. Sadat, under the watchful and sometimes work as a writer for stage, screen, and exasperated eyes of U.S. President Jimmy The New Yorker; and his insights into SAN DIEGO (March 2, 2016)— Carter and his wife Rosalynn, hammered the contemporary Middle East. The Old Globe today announced the out an agreement that inspired the entire Barry Edelstein In Conversation with Film Review: The Peanuts Movie complete cast and creative team as it world. Pulitzer Prize winner Lawrence Lawrence Wright will take place on presents the Arena Stage production Wright (The Looming Tower, HBO’s Go- the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage My Rating: 3 out of 4 Stars of Pulitzer Prize winner Lawrence ing Clear) brings us a riveting and moving in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Wright’s thrilling new play Camp story fi lled with humor, insight, and sur- Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Tickets David, directed by Arena Stage’s artistic prises, as three very different men, each will go on sale to subscribers only on director, Molly Smith. The West Coast devoutly committed to his people and also Friday, March 11 at 12 noon, and to the premiere of Camp David will play May to his faith, fi nd that peace is possible and general public on Friday, March 25 at 13 – June 19, 2016 on the Donald and that hope is always the better choice. 12 noon. Tickets are $7 for subscribers Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Camp David had its world premiere at and full-time students and $10 for gen- Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys The- Washington, DC’s Arena Stage in 2014 eral audiences and can be purchased atre Center. Previews run May 13 – 19. and was seen in a special reading by its online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by Opening night is Friday, May 20 at 8:00 original cast in June 2016 as part of Carter phone at (619) 23-GLOBE, or by visit- p.m. Tickets start at $29, currently avail- Center Weekend in Vail, Colorado. ing the Box Offi ce at 1363 Old Globe able by subscription only, and will go The cast includes Broadway veteran Way in Balboa Park. on sale to the general public on Friday, Ned Eisenberg (Awake and Sing!, Golden Lawrence Wright (Playwright) is a April 8 at 12 noon. Boy) as Menachem Begin, Tony and longtime writer for The New Yorker From The Twenty-seventh Man to Emmy Award nominee Hallie Foote and the author of nine books, including Golda’s Balcony to Allegiance, The Old (Dividing the Estate on Broadway and at Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, of Light, The Women of Brewster Place, to prove himself and overcome insecu- Globe boasts a rich legacy of exploring the Globe) as Rosalynn Carter, award- and the Prison of Belief, which was re- Cabaret, An American Daughter, South harlie Brown, signifi cant moments in recent history winning Egyptian actor and activist cently adapted into an acclaimed HBO Pacifi c, Agamemnon and His Daughters, rity as he pursues the affections of the Coyote Builds North America, All My Sons, Snoopy, and the character known as the Little Red-Haired on its stages. Now a new play, Camp Khaled Nabawy (Kingdom of Heaven, documentary. His most recent book, David, offers a you-are-there view of Fair Game) as Anwar Sadat, and Emmy Thirteen Days in September, emerged and How I Learned to Drive. Her directorial rest of the Peanuts Girl, who has just moved in across the work has also been seen at the Shaw Festival C street from him. Meanwhile, his free- a great historical achievement whose Award winner Richard Thomas (Othello from the play Camp David and was in Canada, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Trin- gang created by cartoon- spirited but loyal beagle Snoopy writes legacy continues to resonate nearly 40 at the Globe, “The Waltons”) as Jimmy named by The New York Times as ity Repertory Company, Tarragon Theatre ist Charles M. Schulz have a novel (still on a typewriter instead of years later. In the tumultuous 1970s, Carter. one of the 10 Best Books of 2014; in Toronto, Centaur Theatre in Montreal, been beloved in the Ameri- a computer, by the way) in which he The creative team includes Walt listed as number 5 on Amazon.com’s and Perseverance Theater in Juneau, Alaska, faces off with the legendary Red Baron Spangler (Scenic Design), Paul Tazewell Editors’ Picks for the Best Books of which she founded and ran from 1979 to can consciousness for more and strives to rescue a poodle named Fifi Breaking (Costume Design), Pat Collins (Lighting 2014; and made NPR’s list of 2014’s 1998. Smith has been a leader in new play Snoopy's quest offers popcorn fl air, but ( Continued from page 6 ) Design), David Van Tieghem (Original Great Reads, Entertainment Weekly’s development for over 30 years. She is a great than 50 years as a result of believer in fi rst, second, and third produc- Charlie Brown's is appropriately the true winning predictions on the above-men- Music and Sound Design), Jeff Sugg 10 Best Nonfi ction Books of 2014, and their appearances in news- (Projection Design), David Huber (Vocal Publishers Weekly 10 Best Books of tions of new works and has championed proj- dramatic thrust of the fi lm. tioned States going for Hillary Clinton ects like How I Learned to Drive; Passion paper comics and holiday are quite signifi cant because of the Coach), Geoff Josselson, CSA (Cast- 2014. His book The Looming Tower: Play, a cycle; and Next to Normal. She has television specials. Some reviewers have criticized the plot number of delegates allocated to them. ing), Susan R. White and Peter Van Dyke Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11 won worked alongside playwrights Sarah Ruhl, for being rather unambitious, and I must They only tend to show that Clinton’s (Production Stage Managers), and Gerald the Pulitzer Prize and was named by Paula Vogel, Wendy Wasserstein, Lawrence Fans can rest assured that those agree that it lacks the originality and lead is insurmountable. It seems that Rafshoon (Producer). Time magazine as one of the 100 best Wright, Karen Zacarías, John Murrell, Eric delightful characters are faithfully and thematic sophistication of Pixar master- Clinton’s nomination is inevitable. As “Camp David tells a story that’s forty nonfi ction books ever written. He was Coble, Charles Randolph-Wright, and many reverently brought back to life in a pieces such as 2004's The Incredibles or of today, for example, Clinton already years old and at the same time is as fresh the co-writer of the screenplay for the others. She led the reinvention of Arena recent computer-animated feature fi lm 2015's Inside Out. That said, it's directly has 979 delegates while Sanders only as this morning’s headlines,” said Artistic 1998 movie The Siege starring Denzel Stage, focusing on the architecture and has 382. The latter has to obtain almost Director Barry Edelstein. “The issues that Washington and Annette Bening, and creation of the Mead Center for American that boasts much heart, wit, and visual inspired by vintage Peanuts material. Theater and positioning Arena Stage as a loveliness. Besides, who doesn't like old-fashioned an average of 60% of the votes in the Carter, Begin, and Sadat wrestled with he also wrote Noriega: God’s Favorite in 1978 still roil the Middle East today. starring Bob Hoskins for television. national center for American artists. During Director Steve Martino and his col- boy-meets-girl stories when handled upcoming primaries to catch up. her time with the company, Arena Stage has leagues at Blue Sky (the animation with this much charm? While Donald Trump’s presidential Lawrence Wright’s exciting and mov- He has written and performed two workshopped more than 100 productions, studio best known for the Ice Age series) candidacy is about “Building Walls”, ing play reminds us, in vividly theatrical one-man shows: My Trip to Al-Qaeda, produced 36 world premieres, staged numer- have made the pacing faster and the The plot can also be commended for that of Hillary Clinton is about “Break- terms, that peace is not some miracle but which he performed Off Broadway ous second and third productions, and been slapstick humor more common than in being thoroughly coherent and yet ing Down Barriers” is instead the fruit of hard, risk-taking and at The Kennedy Center in 2007, an important part of nurturing seven projects earlier Peanuts outings. For that mat- affording opportunities for all of the Clinton believes that “we need to break work by bold and visionary leaders. I am and which was made into a movie for that went on to have a life on Broadway. ter, they achieve a "big event" feel by major Peanuts characters to memorably down all the barriers that hold Ameri- honored to have Wright at the Globe and HBO; and The Human Scale, which In 2014, Smith made her Broadway debut directing The Velocity of Autumn following increasing the scale to the point where perform, including Lucy, Linus, Sally, cans back and build ladders of opportu- to hold a public conversation with him. Wright performed in New York and Tel And I cannot wait to have the estimable Aviv. His play Camp David received its critically acclaimed run at Arena Stage. there are not only talent show and winter Schroeder, Peppermint Patty, and Wood- nity for all our people. We need to focus She was awarded honorary doctorates from dance scenes but Snoopy's fantasies as a stock. In short, this is a must-see for on removing obstacles that keep wages Molly Smith’s extraordinary cast on its world premiere at Arena Stage in our stage. In particular I’m delighted to Washington, DC, in 2014, and in the American University and Towson University. WWI fi ghter pilot are excitingly realized Peanuts fans everywhere and for anyone down and make it harder for people to Camp David is supported in part through with vivid aerial battles. interested in a refreshingly heartwarm- fi nd good-paying jobs, especially young introduce California audiences to a great year prior Fallaci was staged by Berke- gifts from Production Sponsors Peter Cooper Otherwise, the movie stays very close ing, funny, and squeaky clean fl ick that people. We also have to break down international star in Khaled Nabawy, and ley Repertory Theatre. Wright lives and Norman Blackford, Elaine and Dave to the spirit and tone of the source mate- the entire family can enjoy. barriers of bigotry like the systemic I’m very, very happy to welcome my in Austin, Texas, where he plays the Darwin, Pam Farr and Buford Alexander, and rial, which can be partly attributed to racism that holds back communities of friend, the brilliant Richard Thomas, back keyboards in a blues band, WhoDo. Hal and Pam Fuson, as well as Artist Sponsor how the screenplay was co-written by Note: The Peanuts Movie will be avail- color. “ to our stage. This is a special show, and Molly Smith (Director) has served as Dan and Phyllis Epstein. Artistic Director of Arena Stage since 1998. Schulz's son Craig and grandson Bryan. able for home entertainment this coming She further asserts, “Every child in I know San Diego will fi nd it a powerful Camp David is a recipient of an Edgerton America should be able to live up to his and entertaining evening in the theatre.” Her directing credits there include Oliver!, Foundation New American Play Award and The faithfulness is such that the artists Tuesday (March 8th). Don't turn off the The Originalist, Fiddler on the Roof, Camp received support from the National Endow- force the pixel-perfect animation to movie too quickly when it's over; there or her God-given potential. An African The Old Globe will present a one-night- only event, Barry Edelstein In Conversa- David, Mother Courage and Her Children, ment for the Arts’ Art Works program for the evoke the warmth and simplicity of the are two fun mid-credits scenes that you American child should have the same Oklahoma!, A Moon for the Misbegotten, Arena Stage production. comic strip drawings. Also, the tradi- won't want to miss out on. chance as a white child. Our cities tion with Lawrence Wright, on Thursday, My Fair Lady, The Great White Hope, The tions are wisely maintained of Charlie should do as well as our suburbs. “ April 21 at 6:00 p.m. This sure-to-be- Music Man, Orpheus Descending, Legacy ( Continued on page 12 ) Brown and company being voiced by actual children and the soundtrack in- cluding Vince Guaraldi's iconic Peanuts was aghast, but realized he was jok- Tidbits from this book your How did Amalia Fuentes get her Now Available: ing. She hit him on the shoulder. He inquiring mind wants to know: last name? theme. knew the ice was broken. – Chapter Get all the answers in this book, 2 : Movie Star How many children does Tessie “Balik Tanaw: The plot involves Charlie Brown trying Books by Asian Journal San Diego Agana have? The Filipino Movie Stars (Continued from page 1) Who are the two movie star cousins of Yesteryears”! Tula ng of Robert Arevalo? Complicated Whose autograph of a famous come- Work begins Promised dian Perla Bautista sought that led her “Betel Nuts & Other Stories” by Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Entertaining and easy-to-read short stories inspired by a Betel Nuts & Other Stories mga Piling to become a movie star? ( Continued from page 5 ) Filipino’s experience in growing up in the Philippines. SIMEON G. SILVERIO, JR. Affairs Excerpts from the book What physical attributes did Bernard One day, however, theLand duckling went inside an opening under the house. Borobot waited for it to come out but it did not. He kept waiting even when Bonnie have that made him a top it got dark, but there was no sign of the duckling. When his father came by Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. ria, as well as Caltrans District 11 Direc- home that evening, he told him about his missing duckling. His dad took a flashlight and pointed it toward the opening. He inserted a long stick inside Katatawanan sprinter in college? and tried toby stir it. SimeonThey could hear some G.squealing Silverio, but no quacking. Finally, Jr. tor Laurie Berman. They were joined by his dad told him the bad news: “The rats have eaten your duckling.” Borobot Who is the other movie star brother cried and cried for a very long time. – from Chapter 2 – Childhood Tales The colorful and incredible story By Joe Cabrera numerous members of the surrounding If there is a person that can aptly be called “the son of a bitch”, which in of Robert Campos? Pilipino,The is synonymous inspirational to the phrase, “the son of a whore” and (“anak ngdiffi puta”), it cult of a Filipino American’s compli- would be Tikboy. Tikboy was one of Eric’s playmates on Platerias Street where Who was the Manila couturier that Ericjourney lived with his family ofon the twosecond floor Filipino of his father’s printing cousinsbusiness Excerpts from the book communities, as well as bike enthusiasts. in Manila in 1957. Tikboy’s mother, Purita, worked as a prostitute in a brothel cated affairs. marryingacross the street from Eric’s U.S. house. – fromNavy Chapter 6 - Justpersonnel Like Any Mother for Mayrong isang tao, ito’y “impresa- was instrumental in making Charlie For more information on the SR 15 From where he sat, he could tell Juanita had just bathed. Her hair was still damp Davao a movie star? and the fragrant scent of her cheap bath soap wafted through the air. She hardly no- migrationticed him as she was minding andher own business. fi nancial While he pretended topurposes. be concen- rio” trating on his reading, he would occasionally take a sneak peak at her, feasting his Who was the top actor Myrna Del- Bikeway Project, see the SR 15 Com- Aseyes aon allpiece of her seductive beauty.of Forthe a hot-blooded Filipino-American fourteen-year-old, she was not Na ang hanap buhay, maglabas ng just an object of curiosity. – from Chapter 9 – Fragrant Scent of Bath Soap And All “Philippine Homecoming & Other Memories”

Simeon G. Silverio Jr. gado had an affair with that produced An entertaining and easy-to-read account of a Filipino muter Bikeway Fact Sheet. experience,By the time they reached this Platerias Street, story everything alsowas quiet. Thereapplies was to American’s homecoming to the Philippines and the SIMEON G. SILVERIO, JR. floor show hardly a soul in sight; it was ten minutes past midnight. Narding frantically ran a love child? interesting memories it triggered. Philippine Homecoming inside the brothel in search of Clarita, but he was told the Chinese took her just ten minutes before.the He ran lives outside towards of P. Paterno all Street. people. Finding no speed- Minsa’y nag-advertise, ng bihirang ing taxi, he ran back towards Carriedo Street, turned right towards Rizal Avenue, Excerpts from the book Who was the legendary actor who Seeing the PhilippinesETEL for the first time after many yearsUTS would give any former hoping the taxi holding Clarita had broken down. Finally, a loud, agonizing cry was B N heard all over in that quiet neighborhood of Quiapo. – from Chapter 11 – True Love resident a “culture shock.” The roads, which looked to be wider before, appeared akto gave Dolphy his first break in the About SANDAG: narrow. The buildings and the streets, which were dilapidated and dirty before, Everyone wasExcerpts looking up at the top offrom an electric post,the where book sparks of looked more dilapidated and dirty now. – Chapter 2 – Balikbayan Culture Shock light shone bright against the dark of the night. When the firemen trained the All of a sudden, the small kids from before were now grown up. Their Na naiba naman, diyan sa ordi- movies? The San Diego Association of Govern- spotlight to the top of the post, they saw faces had changed, yet somehow& looked familiar. Some of his relatives “Youa body of a man must lying on a wood join across the U.S. Navy so we who lived in a compound beside them had already died. Gone forever dur- the post. It was Fred, the drunkard pimp. ing a span of just ten years were his maternal grandmother, three uncles, nario canWithout live anybody abroad,”noticing, he woke from Isabel often told her two aunties and two cousins. – Chapter 3 – Like A Video Tape Experience ments (SANDAG) is the San Diego deep slumber and this time, success- OTheir vehicleTHER moved towards theS manTORIES and again they asked: “Boss, May isang dumating, nag-prisinta fully climbed the top of the post. He alam mo ba ang bahay ni Maning Bakla (Boss, do you know the resi- boyfriendwas electrocuted while Lando celebrating his as they walked in the dence of Maning, the homosexual?)?” The man looked serious and glumly To order a copy, send $13.95 (mailing cost included) to Asian region’s primary public planning, trans- feat. – from Chapter 15 – A Day In The said: “Yes, I am Maning, what do you want?” They were embarrassed park,Life Of The weaving People Of Platerias Streetdreams for their future as they were sure that Maning did not appreciate the unsavory nick- name. – Chapter 6 – Maning Bakla And the Duty Free Shops In Manila Journal San Diego. 550 East 8th Street, Suite 6, National City, There was a full moon above, and they could see its reflections on the water as portation, and research agency, provid- together. He would just shrug his the waves slapped on the sand. 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Inlived answer to his critics,with he once said:his “Marami family ang nagtatanong kung bakit ako tumutula, bakit, ang tula ba ay masama (Many planning and construction, environmen- are asking why I am reciting a poem, why, is a poem bad)?” Chapter 17 To order copies through the Internet, go to amazon.com, go to on the– When “Gatpuno”second Villegas warmedfl oor his “Salumpuwit” of his at Maharnilad father’s “Promised Land” by Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Their playmates from the barrio were cautious and made a sign of tal management, housing,PROMISED open LAND, the inspirational space, and difficult journey of two printingthe cross when business passing ant hills, which in they Manila would call “nuno sain punso 1957.”. “books”, go to “advance search” and type name of author, SIMEON Filipino cousins marrying U.S. Navy personnel for migration They would reverently say, “Makikiraan, po (Please allow us to pass!)!” and financial purposes. As a piece of the Filipino-American SIMEON G. SILVERIO, JR. Chapter 31 - Nuno Sa Punso And Other Weird Provincial Experiences energy, public safety, andexperience, binational this story also applies to thetop- lives of all people. Promised Land Tikboy’sThe boys, usuallymother, five at a time, would Purita, line up and march worked without their pants as a PHILIPPINE SILVERIO, and follow instructions. towards the rice fields at the back of the house. They would pass by a guava Excerpts from the book “You must join the U.S. Navy so we can live abroad,” Isabel of- prostitutetree, pull out several in leaves a brothel and wash across the street ics. SANDAG is governedten told her boyfriend by Landoa Boardas they walked in ofthe park, weav- them in the artesian well. Once in the ing dreams for their future together. He would just shrug his shoul- field, the quack doctor would hammer froma stake Eric’s into the ground house. made of a – from Chapter OMECOMING’S ders in response. – from Chapter 1 – Her U.S. Navy Dreamboat H branch of a guava tree with the other To order by mail, fi ll out Directors composed ofThe mayors, clash of two cultures, Filipino council and Mexican, had taken its toll. He 6 - Justend bent towardsLike the boy. Any – Chapter Mother grew weary of the enchiladas, tacos, burritos and other Mexican dishes 34 - Circumcision: Why Do Some she prepared repeatedly. He longed for the Filipino dishes from his na- Boys Walk Bow-Legged During HERISHED EMORIES Mail Order Form members, and supervisorstive land that hefrom would always eateach as a child. Teresa would not let him Summertime In The Province? C M cook his favorite adobo and tuyo (dried fish) due to their stinking up the house. When he brought her to the Philippines, Teresa refused to stay and sleep in their house in the barrio. “It is hot and there are liz- (Check quantities in space before book title) of the region’s 18 citiesards onand the ceiling,” the she complained. county – from Chapter 3 - Trophy Wife “Let me make this clear with you again,” Ditas once told Romy when Philippine he accosted her while tipsy from drinking with friends nearby. “I will government. never marry you even if you are the last man on earth.” The friends laughed hard and Romy retreated in shame. The next day he left town Excerpts from the book: ____ Promised Land by Simeon G. Silverio Jr. and she didn’t hear from him until she received a letter from the United States Naval Base in San Diego from her jilted suitor, now a mem- ber of the U.S. Navy. – from Chapter 5 - The Last Man On Earth How did you know Richard?” she

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She will just marry and leave me once she gets her green card.” verio, Jr. “But she’s very pretty,” Romy told his friend. “With your looks, you can never have a wife as beautiful as her.” – from Chapter 8 – Pretty Girl’s Photo Cherished He could see Menchie, the movie baga ( Continued from page“Is 5this your) first time riding an PROMISED airplane?” her seatmate, a wom- star, was impressed. “And I can also Ang mga ibon daw, kanyang na- an in her fifties, asked Isabel. ____ Philippine Homecoming’s Cherished Memories “How did you know?” “Because produce your show,” he continued the you’re holding your bag tightly Memories gagaya and you look scared. And also, – by Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. San Diego Mayor Kevinthat huge envelopeL. inFaulconer. plastic bag charade. She was pleased. “Do you contains the x-ray film carried Kay daling gawin niya, ang sabi sa by first time immigrants.” Isabel AND B-roll will be availablesheepishly late smiled. –Monday from Chap- L think people will pay just to watch ter 12 – Land of Milk and Honey kanya ____ Complicated Affairs by Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. afternoon. The company is currently by Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. me? “Why, are we going to charge Marami na ko nyan, alis ka na muna them?” he asked instead. Menchie Magre-reklamo pa, itong tao sana hiring in sales and customer success and An entertaining and easy-to-read ______Total number of books Nguni’t itong boss, medyo napika pa Times $13.95 each (mailing cost included) listings are available here. account of a Filipino American’s Kaya’t itong tao, kagyat umalis na homecoming“Complicated to Affairs” the By SimeonPhilippines G. Silverio, Jr. and “Betel Nuts The colorful and incredible story of a Filipino American’s complicated affairs. 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Wrike has been translated into give anylunch aboard former the boat in the middle resident of the bay. “So she can migrate a “culture to America.” AFFAIRS Full Name: ______She knew Danny was a divorced American citizen. – Chapter 5: Gone Fishin’ Entertaining and easy-to-read Danny called up his friend Pepito and asked for ideas on how to best help shock.”Kate. Pepito The was the brother roads, of his comedian friend,which Elvis, one of the toplooked enter- ten languages and is sold in 120 coun- tainers in the Philippines at that time. “Jackpot ka, pare (You’ve got a jackpot, Simeon G. Silverio Jr. short stories inspired by a Filipino’s friend),” Pepito told Danny. “She is a gold mine.” “What do you mean?” “We Movie Stars to be canwider set her up with richbefore, Chinese men playing appearedat the casinos and charge them nar- tries. Awarded Cool Vendor status by experience in growing up in the at least 50,000 pesos to spend the night with her. I am sure many of them Address: ______row. Thewould be willingbuildings to spend that much just toand be with a beautifulthe white streets, girl like Kate. We will get our commission afterwards.” – Chapter 8 : Leading Lady Philippines. After Danny gave him her name, the clerk spent a few minutes in the com- Gartner in 2014 and named one of the whichputer. were “That’s it,” the clerkdilapidated said afterwards. “She has pension dueand her, and youdirty of Yesteryears are entitled to it!” Danny was surprised. He didn’t expect this bounty. “How much do you think you will get?” the clerk asked him. Danny was hesitant to give him City: ______before,an amount. looked He was happy to get $100more a dilapidated fastest growing companies on Deloitte's month. 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March 4-10, 2016 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com Page 9 LifestyleLifestyle 5 Reasons why you need boundaries in your Pia Wurtzbach: relationships and life 'I experience by Jennifer Twardowski where one person ends and the other be- gins. One or both people will then have #3 – You are able to make life deci- bullying in ave you been feel- diffi culty identifying their own unique sions that serve and support you individual experience and how it differs different forms' ing drained, tired, from the other person. When we have boundaries, we are able stressed out, and to say “no” to that job that is potentially ABS CBN News | TORONTO, Ontario, H When this is present, it implies dif- wearing us out by working overtime for 3/2/2016 - Miss Universe 2015 Pia exhausted? Do you feel fi culty in differentiation from a parent little pay. We are able to say “yes” to Wurtzbach made her fi rst visit to Canada under appreciated, unseen, in early childhood. This doesn’t mean taking new career path without getting this week where she shared her personal and unsupported? If so, it that it is “good” or “bad”, as it is quite locked into feelings of guilt or “what experiences as a victim of bullies. The Prophet common for most people to have other people will think”. Wurtzbach talked to students of the may be that you need experienced it at least International Language Academy of he third best-selling Even as the strings of a lute are alone to learn how somewhat in #4 – You are able to make choices Canada about how she was bullied as a though they quiver with the same their develop- that are better for your health and young actress growing up in the Philip- poet of all time – next music. to set some ment. well-being pines, and while she worked in England. to Shakespeare and Give your hearts but not into each boundaries in "I experience bullying in different T other’s keeping. your life and Being en- By having boundaries, we are also forms. I experienced it in school. I felt Lao-Tzu – is Kahlil Gibran, For only the hand of Life can contain meshed can be able to make better choices for our own like I was the odd one out growing up the Lebanese-American your hearts. relationships. very stressful, health and well-being. We are able to in the province because I was half- author of The Prophet. In And stand together, yet not too near draining, and say “no” to smoking that cigarette or Filipino and half-German, so I wasn't together: So why exactly do you overwhelming. having a glass of wine and, instead, say full blooded Filipina and of course I was Lebanon, where he was born For the pillars of the temple stand need boundaries in your Relationships “yes” to having some green juice and the tallest in my class and I felt kind of in 1883, Gibran is a literary apart, relationships and life? can easily get going to the gym. We are more aware awkward. I went through an awkward hero. And the oak tree and the cypress grow Here are 5 reasons: “messy” and a that we’re going to feel shitty after eat- phase and even when I was an actress, The Prophet is Kahlil Gibran’s master- not in each other’s shadow.” person can feel like ing that brownie, so we’re able to turn there was a lot of scrutiny there as well," #1 – They give you a sense they have no control over away and eat something healthier. Wurtzbach said. piece, his most celebrated statement about of self the truth of human experience. Infused Of Giving: themselves or anything in their Even now, she said winning the Miss lives. As a result, a person’s natural #5 – You feel empowered Universe crown doesn't safeguard her with a timeless wisdom about life and When we don’t have boundaries in our written in words of haunting and breath- “You give but little when you give of tendency would then be to try to control from cyber bullying and harsh criticisms. your possessions. lives it implies that we don’t have a solid other people, which is codependent. When set boundaries in our lives, we "What we need here and the rest of the taking beauty, The Prophet expresses the sense of self. We will tend to take on deepest desires of the heart and soul. It is when you give of yourself that feel more connected with ourselves and world is a change of values…to accept you truly give. other people’s thoughts, feelings, ideas, Learning to recognize our own internal more in control of our lives. We are able our differences. That is a fact of life. And Vibrant with feeling, it is very much like beliefs, and values rather than to have the Bible’s Book of Ecclesiastes. Gibran There are those who give little of the experience and then setting boundaries to live for ourselves, rather than through the more we become accepting, the more much which they have – and they give our own. This is commonly referred to in a way that honors our internal experi- this desire to please other people. We we become tolerant. And the more we adopted the tone and cadence of Eccle- as enmeshment. siastes, fusing his personalized Christian it for recognition ence, helps us solidify our sense of self are able to be in relationships that are care," she said. philosophy with a spirit and oriental And there are those who have little to with the external world. It also helps healthy, balanced, and equal. And we Her message drew an applause, even give and give it all. When we are enmeshed with another create less stress and more balance in have the ability to create a life for our- inspiring some of the audience. wisdom derived from the richly mixed person it means that there is no distinct infl uences of his native Lebanon. As a These are the believers in life and the our relationships. selves that we’ve always dreamed of. "She was the person who started work- bounty of life, and their coffer is never boundary between you and another Take action now! ing at the age of 11, and she was the young man, he immigrated with his fam- person. There is very little sense as to ily to the United States, where he studied empty. #2 – You are able to decide how you breadwinner as she said, and someone art and began his literary career, writing They give as in yonder valley the want to be treated by others http://jennifertwardowski. who worked so hard to get her success, in both English and Arabic. myrtle breathes its fragrance into space. com/2016/02/29/5-reasons-why-you- so she's a great inspiration," said City Through the hands of such as these When we have boundaries we are able need-boundaries-in-your-relationships- Councilman Tom Rakocevic. The Prophet has captured and mes- fi lled with your tears. merized a generation of readers and has God speaks, and from behind their eyes to effectively tell a bully that we will not and-life/ A fan of the beauty queen, Eva Reyes He smiles upon the earth.” tolerate their behavior. We are able to added, "Telling her story about all her sold tens of millions of copies worldwide. Of Separation: John F. Kennedy, Indira Gandhi, and leave a relationship that isn’t serving us hardships, all of the trials she has gone the Beatles were among those who have Of Work: in what we know is in our highest good. through in order to be where she is, it's “It was but yesterday we met in a When we have boundaries, we are able very inspiring." been infl uenced by its words. Published dream. in 1923, The Prophet has never been out “You work that you may keep pace to enter into relationships that do sup- with the earth and the soul of the earth. You have sung to me in my aloneness, port us in our own personal growth and ( Continued on page 13 ) of print. This perennial classic has been and I of your longings have built a tower translated into more than 50 languages For to be idle is to become a stranger healing. unto the seasons, and to step out of in the sky. and is a staple on the international best But now our sleep has fl ed and our seller lists. life’s procession, that marches in majesty and proud submission towards dream is over, and it is no longer dawn. The verses in this book of poems have The noontide is upon us and our half a way of speaking to people at different the infi nite. When you work you are a fl ute waking has turned to fuller day, and we stages in their lives. It has this magical must part. quality, and the more you read it the more through whose heart the whispering of the hours turns to music.” If in the twilight of memory we should you come to understand the words. But meet once more, we shall speak again it is not fi lled with dogma, and whatever Of Joy and Sorrow: together and you shall sing to me a their Faith is, they love it. Because of its deeper song. beautifully cadenced poetical language And if our hands should meet in it has brought joy and consolation to “Your joy is your sorrow unmasked. And the self-same well from which another dream, we shall build another countless people on occasions of birth, tower in the sky.” marriage, death, and all of life’s other your laughter rises was oftentimes milestones. The Prophet is made up of 26 prose poems, delivered as sermons by a wise man called Almustafa. After 12 years of exile, Almustafa was about to set sail from the fi ctional island of Orphalese to his homeland when the people of the Orphalese asked him to share his wisdom about life before he departs. He did! And here are some of the beautiful and profound wisdom he shared: Of Love: “When love beckons to you follow him, Though his ways are hard and steep. And when his wings enfold you yield to him, Though the sword hidden among his pinions may wound you. And when he speaks to you believe in him, Though his voice may shatter your dreams as the north wind lays waste the garden. For even as love crowns you so shall he crucify you. Even as he is for your growth so is he for your pruning.” “But if you love and must needs have POSTAL ETC. USA desires, let these be your desires: To melt and be like a running brook that 9011 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92126 sings its melody to the night. (Behind McDonald’s in Seafood City Plaza) To know the pain of too much tender- Tel: (858) 530-3005 ness. To be wounded by your own under- standing of love; And to bleed willingly and joyfully. 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by Mark Mallett March 1, 2008 ERHAPS you feel as Jesus incapable of holiness Pas I do in continuing y dear friend, you to write this Lenten Retreat. will learn so much March 6: 4th Sun. of Lent Good. Then we have both Mabout love in heav- Magsimula kang muli entered a critical point in en. You will look back at Lent: Selfi shness vs. Love self-knowledge—that apart your time on earth and you Bakit nuon kapag mag-isa ka lang na naglalakad from God’s grace, we can will understand that many hindi ka natatakot abutin ka man ng magdamag Joke of the week: Pat and Mike were ramdam mo ang mga kamay na sa iyo'y gumagabay the only survivors of a shipwreck. For The elder son knows that his father also do nothing. But that does things that occurred to you hindi kaya parang iba ang tinatahak mong daan? three days they bobbed around on the loves him. The elder son is aware that not mean that we should do were both exercises in love MAGSIMULA KANG MULI waves in their tiny lifeboat. Finally Pat the father appreciates what he has done nothing. and opportunities to love. says to Mike, “I think I’m going to say for him and to the family. He has been Marami sa iyong mga plano ang nagiging palpak my prayers. It looks there’s no chance.” observant of his commandments, faithful sa kabila ng lahat ng matiyagang pagsisikap I cried out to the Father once, “Lord, it There is misunderstanding about love dibdib mo'y nanghihina, o susuko ka na ba agad “You’re right, Pat. We better pray.” Mike to him in every way, respectful to him is as though a thousand things tug on my in the world but those who follow Me, agreed. Pat knelt as best he could in the and dutiful, unlike his younger brother. huwag mo namang sabihin na bigo ka na ngang ganap. attention.” And His reply was, “…and I My beloved apostles, seek to master MAGSIMULA KANG MULI rickety boat and began to pray. “Lord, Because he is self-righteous, the elder give you grace in a thousand ways. Look love as I mastered love, in sacrifi ce. It save us, and I’ll never take another drop. son thinks he is beyond reproach, he is for Me, hunger for Me, call for Me—but is true that love creates joy. This is true. Hindi ka nagkulang ng sila ay paalalahanan Save us, Lord, and I’ll never curse or much better than his younger brother, make sure you are looking in the right But when we take on love, it is also at swear. Save us, and I’ll be the best per- and has more privileges and greater dahil para sa 'yo dapat silang pagkatiwalaan places.” times like taking on a burden which subalit bakit ba ngayon nag-iisa ka na lamang son you ever saw. Lord, save us …” Just share to his father’s wealth. The com- must then be carried. We should not then Mike interrupted, “Wait a minute, bination of his self-righteousness and ayaw mo na ba talagang na sila ay mapakinggan? Today, as no generation before us, we decide for love and then, fi nding that MAGSIMULA KANG MULI Pat, wait a minute. Don’t go too far. I the father’s love for him make the elder are assailed each moment by a thousand love burdensome at times, set it down think I see a sail.” son think that he could manipulate and distractions. Literally. If it’s not coming and walk away from it. This is not how Nang lumaki ang mga anak mo't sila'y nagsialis Scriptures: First Reading: Joshua 5: coerce his father to punish and condemn from the radio, television, Facebook, it is done. On the contrary, if you love 9a, 10-12. As the Israelites neared the his younger brother. His obedience to nalungkot ka't, sarili ang sinisi iyong naisip Twitter, Pinterest, Messenger, new sites, as I love, you will fi nd at times that the sa kabila ng mga sakripisyong iyong tiniis Promised Land, fi guratively their diet of the commandments, respect and fi delity sports sites, shop sites, the telephone… weight of love is heavy. I experienced manna stopped and they began to feed to his father are motivated not by love masdan na lang mga apong nakangiti ng matamis. it’s now coming from our own thoughts, this on Calvary when I carried My love MAGSIMULA KANG MULI on the cultivated grain of the land. This for the father, but by selfi shness or self- as the attention span of this entire tech for you to My death. Did I make the change signifi es “newness” in the history centeredness. In spite of the elder son’s generation has been shortened. We have right decision, to pay the ultimate price Tinawag mo ang Diyos na ikaw sana ay gabayan of the Chosen People and a fulfi llment haughty and stubborn heart, the father to pay attention to this… the image of for love? Of course I did. What else of God’s promise to lead his people to a also loves him. The father is powerless at ituro sa iyo ang pinakatamang daan the Beast is already demanding our wor- would I do, given the wonderful creation hindi mo pa rin itinigil ang iyong pagdarasal land that is fl owing with milk and honey. in the face of this callous selfi shness ship and adoration, and we often give in that is you? In the same way, I want each Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5: 17-21: and lack of love of his elder son. He kahit sa kalooban mo'y nais mo sanang bumitaw. to it in a thousand little subtle ways. [1] of My apostles to expect their love for MAGSIMULA KANG MULI Those who have put on Christ mediate could not do otherwise except to love Me to be a burden to them at times. This the love of God that is known to us in this equally erring son. God relates to us So we must take stock and ask our- is normal. I want each of My apostles to At nang inakala mong nagawa mo na nga ang lahat Christ Jesus. God’s redeeming action in in the same way that the father behaves selves this important question: What am expect their love for others to be a bur- Christ becomes visible in the commu- toward his elder son. Even if we are ang tumigil na lamang na siyang sana'y nararapat I doing with my time? Time is love. I den to them at times. This is also normal. hindi ba't nasisid mo na rin ang ilalim ng dagat nity that conforms itself to the image of faithful in keeping to the letter God’s devote my time to that which I love. And In love, there are times when the deci- Christ and whose life is modeled after commandments, like going to church nais mo na lamang umaho't mga mata'y idilat. so, Jesus said, sion to love feels light, of course, and MAGSIMULA KANG MULI his. Those who live that way belong to because primarily we want to go to there seems to be no burden to it at all. the new creation. Gospel: Luke 15:1- 3, heaven, and secondarily because we love No one can serve two masters. He will Rejoice in these times. In love, there are 11-32. There is so much “newness” and God, he still bestows upon us blessings either hate one and love the other, or other times when the burden causes you opportunities to love all of those around This confi dence will express itself in an anti- Jewish culture in the Gospel pas- after blessings, because he is powerless be devoted to one and despise the other. to question your commitment. Do not be you, particularly those whom you fi nd increased ability to love those around sage for this Sunday. First, it is unheard in loving us. God loves us even though (Matt 6:24) afraid of these times. This questioning is it diffi cult to agree with at times. Please you. Be at peace, dear apostles. My plan of in such a culture for a son to ask his we perform our duty out of fear of hell necessary for your growth. I experienced do not be alarmed when you are disap- is such that you will learn to live like father to give him his share of the inheri- or out of duty, not out of love. In order to open the fi fth pathway for this, too. I was tempted toward an easier pointed in love, when others fail you. residents of heaven. All is well. tance, while the father is still alive. The God wants us also to change our ways: God’s presence, I have to ask if I am like way. When love is tried this way and This was also My experience and this younger son’s request is an insult to the to be as compassionate and forgiving to the Psalmist: triumphs, that love becomes fi rmer and will also benefi t you because it will help Direction for Our Times (DFOT) is whole family, because the inheritance others as he is to us. less likely to be disappointed later. Wel- you to learn forgiveness. I will bring you a 501(C)(3) non-profi t organization is not expected to be distributed to the There is no doubt that the father in the As the deer longs for streams of water, come the challenges to love, even while to greater holiness with each experience dedicated to spreading God's messages members of the family until the father’s story is powerless in the face of love, yet so my soul longs for you, O God. My you decide for love. I will be with you in if you remember that I am with you and as revealed in the Volumes. Direction for death. The elder son’s attitude vis-à-vis at the same time is powerful, because his soul thirsts for God, the living God. each situation, counselling you to humil- that I love you perfectly and completely. Our Times 9000 W 81st Street Justice, his younger brother’s return is also anti- love has no limits. The love that makes When can I enter and see the face of ity and gentleness. View each challenge From the secure place that is My heart, Illinois 60458 United States (708) 496- cultural, because he as the elder brother him powerless is the same love that God? (Psalm 42:2-3) as a worthy exercise, allowed by heaven you will go forward with self assur- 9300 is expected to take the necessary steps to makes him powerful. The father’s love to teach you about eternity. See the ance, confi dent that you are cherished. reconcile feuding parties in his family. for the younger son gives the latter the And if I admit that I do not look for His behavior is just the very opposite of freedom that should had been used to God, hunger for Him, call out for Him… what is expected of him; he wants his freely love his father in return, but un- then it is because my heart is divided. As younger brother punished, disinherited, fortunately was used to offend and insult the Johnny Lee song goes, “I was look- make a heroic decision. It is a decision ing my time.” And in that moment, I time back to God. and thrown out of their household. More him. The father’s love for the elder son ing for love in all the wrong places…” to make time for Him. No, it is more understood: if I am not making time for Do not conform yourselves to this age shocking, surprising and something makes the latter presumptuous that to But be certain, God is still looking than that: to consecrate all your time to the Lord—time in prayer, silence, and but be transformed by the renewal of never seen and heard of in such a culture be a faithful son all that is needed is to for you, and making it possible in a Him… refl ection—then I am wasting my time your mind, that you may discern what is is the father’s reaction to all concerned: avoid evil. To both of them, the father’s thousand little ways. And so, as another So whether you eat or drink, or what- too. the will of God, what is good and pleas- to both sons and to the whole house- unconditional love becomes evident. songwriter penned in Psalm 43: ever you do, do everything for the glory And so, I don’t want to waste your time ing and perfect. (Rom 12:2) hold. The father, who was insulted, Whether his son is away from his grace, of God… whatever you do, in word or either. Today, you and I must make a forgives; he, who was considered weak or living in it, but with a holier-than- Send your light and your fi delity, that in deed, do everything in the name of heroic decision if we wish to grow into To join Mark in this Lenten Retreat, go by both sons, is powerful. This breath of thou attitude, God equally loves all of they may be my guide; let them bring me the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the mature Christians: that we are going to to http://www.markmallett.com/blog/ “newness” in the air changes the whole us. Because he loves us, no matter what to your holy mountain, to the place of Father through him. (1 Cor 10:13; Col give time to Jesus every day. What to do subscribe/Your email will not be shared scenario of waywardness, alienation, sins we have committed, God is power- your dwelling. (Psalm 43:3) 3:17) with that time is what we will discuss in with anyone. punishment and condemnation into a less. But God is powerful, because his Several years ago, my spiritual director the days ahead… story of God’s redeeming love. love brings us back to repentance. The question isn’t whether or not you asked me, “How is your prayer life?” Refl ection: The younger son knows Postscript: The younger son went are thirsting for love, meaning, and pur- And I answered that I was really busy, SUMMARY AND SCRIPTURE pretty well that his father’s love for him away, but came back repentant. The pose. We all are. The question is where that I had meant to pray, but that I was knows no bounds. Instead of loving his elder son though he stayed home yet is we are looking to quench our thirsts. side-tracked, etc. And he responded, “If We give time to what we love. It is father in return, the younger son took self-righteous and unforgiving. If I may And so, today, Jesus is asking you to you aren’t praying, then, you’re wast- time to make a heroic decision to give advantage of his father’s love. Know- add something to this parable of The ing that his father could not refuse his Prodigal Son, it is this: The Story of the requests, the younger son asks his father Third Son or Daughter. The third son/ for his share of the inheritance. The daughter thinks that the parable applies father knows in his heart that his son, only to sinners, that are either repentant youthful and inexperienced in the ways or self-righteous, but not to him/her. of the world would surely go astray if he He/she watches from the background gives in to his request. Insulted by such saying, “Been there; done that.” Like request, powerless because he loves, in the younger and elder sons, he/she had the end, the father gives in. God treats sinned and been self-righteous, but the us in the same way that the father relates third son or daughter is now repentant. to his younger son. God’s love for us So he/she is ok with God and with his/ knows no limits. He continues to share her neighbors. Not too fast. We should with us the greatest part of our divine at all times guard against falling into a inheritance: grace, God’s life. Because false sense of spiritual security. Even God loves us, he bestows upon us bless- though God’s grace is suffi cient for ings after blessings. God could not do our continuing conversion, yet we are otherwise but to bless and love us. God still living in a weak fl esh, we must be is insulted when we don’t love him in prayerful and alert, because the devil is return and run away from his embrace like a roaring and roaming lion seeking to the sinful company of sins. In spite whom he may devour. of our waywardness, God loves us and Quotation of the week: God uses waits for our return home: back to his broken things. It takes broken soil to loving embrace. The sinner in us re- produce a crop, broken clouds to give sembles the younger son. Yet God loves rain, broken grain to give bread, broken us no matter what we have done and bread to give strength. It is the broken who we are. The love that allowed the alabaster box that gives forth perfume. It son to go to a distant country is the same is Peter, weeping bitterly, who returns to love that welcomed him back. greater power than ever. Vance Havner

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How to become a landlord - organized particularly where unemployment is 1. Ideally, you want to live near your keys low, the population is high, and homes rental property 2. Know landlord-tenant law First-time homebuyers are a declining are not overpriced. But before you start group. Historically, 40% of homebuy- searching for a home for sale in Austin, Living close to your property allows Most states have specifi c landlord- ers have been fi rst-time buyers, but that TX to rent, you should think about the you to check on it periodically (after tenant provisions that cover issues such percentage continues to shrink, even responsibility that comes with being a giving your tenants proper notice), take as security deposits, level of access as millennials continue to show more landlord — and learning by trial and care of repairs yourself, and show the to the property, and how much notice interest in becoming buyers (eventually). error is not the best way to go about property when it’s time to list it for rent you need to give your tenants when If you’re already a homeowner, your gathering intel (or a steady income). again. Research the best investment you want them to leave. There also are wheels might be spinning right about Before you take the plunge, study up areas — but even if you don’t live in a federal laws you need to know, such now — if people aren’t buying starter on how to become a landlord with these prime rental region, you can still invest as habitability and anti-discrimination laws. “Many landlords gloss over hous- ing discrimination laws because they sang and recited Tagalog poetries under assume that as long as they’re not racist the shade of bamboo trees beside a rice or sexist, they needn’t worry about fair- 24 Hours What your Tito housing violations,” says Ron Leshnow- ( Continued from page 1 ) ( Continued from page 6 ) fi eld. During the many times I visited the Philippines after that however, I was er, real estate attorney and author of Fair Church.” generous in giving Christmas gifts to his already bringing my family for a vaca- Housing Helper for Apartment Profes- to make sure you’re comfortable inter- 7. Understand this is not a get-rich- godchildren, if not fi nancial favors to his tion, and I never had the time to spend sionals. But fair-housing liability traps acting with them, and check references, quick scheme Vatican-led friends. Some in fact took advantage of with him. can arise in many ways, so it’s important especially from employers or past land- his generosity, enticing him to invest in Fatherhood that you fully understand the law and lords. But be advised, it’s hard to fi nd Being a landlord is not just sitting In Rome, the “24 Hours for the Lord” one losing business proposition to an- I guess your Tito Willie got to experi- ensure that you aren’t breaking it. the perfect tenant. According to Casey around collecting a big wad of cash observance opens with a First Friday other. He would be a great loss to these ence fatherhood when your Tita Mila’s Fleming, author of The Loan Guide: each month. You’ll need to spend some penitential liturgy at the Vatican led by people who all loved and adored him. son, Gemi, a special child, was born. He 3. Make sure you can enforce that How to Get the Best Possible Mortgage, money to ready the property for tenants, none other than Pope Francis himself at But raising farm animals was doing took care of him like his own son like the rent is paid on time it’s important to have a thick skin, and buy landlord insurance, and pay property St. Peter’s Basilica, March 4th. your Tito Willie more harm than good. the way he took care of your Tita Mila’s advises people not to buy rental property taxes. If you’re taking out a mortgage, The animal wastes always infected his other children, Maricar and Eugene This seems like a no-brainer, but if tenant shenanigans will “drive you be prepared to fork over at least a 20% believe me, if you get too friendly with y. A g recurring leg wound, until he was forced since they lived at the extension of our crazy.” Case in point: Fleming once had down payment. Think of being a land- erc lo to abandon the enterprise. It was like house. As soon as the maids had fed your tenants, you might just let them an evicted tenant break into the house, lord as part of your overall investment M ba f l asking a writer to get rid of his typewrit- Gemi and given him a bath, Tito Willie slide a couple of weeks beyond the fi rst change the locks, and move back in! strategy and be realistic about your goals o e v of the month, or allow a partial payment r e er or computer or banning a doctor from would drive them to his speech class. — most landlords aim for about a 5% a n e an hospital. Agriculture was his main For the past ten years, Gemi had been when they’re between jobs. Before you 5. Customize the lease return on their investments. t

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Screen potential tenants pets should not become a nuisance to under the age of 30 in Asia scoured the At St. Michael’s the “24 Hours for the one is not asked to leave the house and gym ten blocks away from the house. neighbors. region’s fi nest in fi lm, television, music Lord” vigil begins on sundown of First be independent even after he reaches the Instead of walking towards it to get an It’s worth the time to do a background and sport. The search lasted months with Friday at 6:00 pm and concludes on sun- age of 18. He could stay with his parents extra exercise, he would take his van. and credit check on all potential tenants: 6. Inspect the property regularly over a dozen Forbes correspondents down of the next day, the First Saturday until or even if he gets married. With The gym was not an encouraging place online tenant-screening services are looking around Asia for the “best and of March with a 5:00 pm mass which our family business, it was not practical to lose weight because there was a Mc- convenient, and you shoule be sure to “Have language regarding inspections brightest millenials who are disrupting will be followed by a healing service. to have your Tito Willie be employed Donald’s on the ground fl oor. Of course, check potential tenants’ credit scores. A clearly written in your lease docu- and changing the faces of their indus- somewhere else as a regular employee. whatever weight your Tito Willie might credit score alone shouldn’t be the sole ments,” says Timmi Ryerson, CEO of tries”. Friday Vigil He was more needed at home and in have lost, he would have gained right reason to accept or deny an applicant, Smart Property Systems. She suggests Forbes gathered thousands of nomina- the business. Money was no problem back at the eatery downstairs. The last but it is a useful screening tool: For taking pictures to establish a base line tions which were trimmed down to a few instance, if your renter is fresh out of On March 4, 2016, the parish vigil will but this worked against him because straw that forced your Tita Mila to pull (and document the move-in condition) hundred names and sent to a panel of 30 college with a solid job offer, they may begin with the Stations of the Cross at this did not encourage him to pursue him out of the class was when he be- and conducting an inspection at three judges who made the fi nal selection of not have enough credit history to war- 6:00 pm followed by a Mass and Holy his interest or other enterprises. He had came friends with everybody in the gym, months. If you fi nd problems, Ryerson 300 young game-changers in 10 catego- rant a good score—but could be a great Hour. The church will be open for 24 his last chance to get married when he and he was tasked to bring the most food recommends that landlords “issue a no- ries covering consumer technology, en- rental candidate. hours. After the mass and Holy Hour, a was in his forties when my mother and during their Christmas party. tice to comply and set another inspection terprise technology, the arts, healthcare vigil marked by an All-Night Adoration your Tita Mila urged him to elope with But you cannot blame your Tito Willie in one week.” & science, media, social entrepreneur- You should also conduct an interview will last until morning continuing with a young girl who was willing to marry for the lack of self-control. During our ship, fi nance, industry and retail. a benediction on Saturday (March 5th) him. But like a good person that he was, many family dinners, we would always and the 8:00 a.m. mass. The Healing he asked the permission of the girl’s aunt caution him to eat less, yet we indulged Rosary will be recited after the 8:00 a.m. who was his friend, afraid that he might ourselves with the food. We know that it Saturday mass. incur her ire. Although the aunt might is very hard to diet, and for us to ask him be inclined to give her blessings, one to do so, at this late stage was futile, if Saturday Lenten Retreat Talks who would do so would be labeled as a not self-righteous on our part. kunsintidora (tolerant), a social disgrace We wanted your Tito Willie to travel A series of talks on forgiveness, in our culture. Naturally, she had to put abroad because he was the only one reconciliation, deliverance and mercy her foot down for the sake of public among our siblings who had not done will be the staple of the Lenten Retreat, appearance, but your Tito Willie was so so. We wanted him to see and experi- “Living in God’s Mercy” led by Fr. De- naïve to take the hint. He should have ence America, visit Disneyland, other nis Phaneuf from St. Paul Co-Cathedral eloped with the girl no matter what, theme parks and tourist spots. Money (Saskatoon, Canada) and Moira Noonan since everybody was for it. was not a problem because he had the (author of the book “Ransomed from Ran out of time resources to do so. Our parents left him Darkness). Eventually, your Tito Willie ran out of with substantial inheritance. Besides, he The sacrament of confession will be time and opportunity to get married as had his rental properties business, also available from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. A he ended up sharing the responsibility of inherited from our parents. However, it healing service will follow after the 5:00 taking care of our parents. One by one, was easier said than done. The fi rst and p.m. Mass. each of us left the roost and started our only time he applied for a U.S. visa, he This free Lenten Retreat is sponsored own families. Your Tito Willie was left did not pass the interview because he by the Divine Mercy Hills Foundation of holding the bag at home, although the was single and therefore had no family Southern California, Inc. (DMHFSC), a maids and your Tita Mila and her family, roots to come back to. He failed to 501-c(3) non-profi t organization based who lived next door, were always on convince the American consul that he in San Diego CA. (Note: Please, bring hand to help take care of our parents. would return to the Philippines. The as- your own lunch. Please see Retreat But then, our father suffered a stroke sumption was stupid because he would schedule on page 16) when your Tito Willie was thirty years certainly be better off back home, with old. He had to devote his full time and maids and employees at his beckon, than “Living in God’s Mercy” Retreat, attention to him, carrying him from the toil the rest of his life here in the U.S.. a last minute addition bed to his wheelchair, from upstairs to The only ones who would be willing downstairs in the house and from the to sacrifi ce are those who would want The Diocese of San Diego has initiated house to the car whenever he went for a better future for their children, which a parish-based program for the “24 his doctor’s appointment, outings in the your Tito Willie did not have. We know Hours for the Lord” event. mall or the park and attended friends’ he could easily get the visa the next time However, the “Living in God’s Mercy” and relatives’ parties. He even gave him around, but we, his siblings, did not try 1-Day Lenten Retreat was a last minute baths. These things he did while all of hard enough to help him. We just paid addition to St Michael’s schedule for the us, his other siblings, where too busy him lip service, expressing the thoughts 24 Hours program. The retreat offers a trying to survive and taking care of our that we wished he could travel, but timely message of mercy and recon- own families. It was an unselfi sh service would not actually do anything about ciliation during the observance of the by a son to his parents, at the expense of it since we were all too busy trying to Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy and his own future and happiness. Despite survive and take care of our own family. most particularly for the ‘24 Hours for this hard work and sacrifi ce, your Tito In the end, he was left alone. the Lord’ call made by Pope Francis. Willie never complained, even as he He could have traveled of course to heard stories about the successes of our other countries that did not require a Story behind “24 Hours for the children and our vacations and travels visa, like Singapore, Korea, Malaysia Lord” Initiative here and abroad. or Hong Kong. But he could not do so After the burial of our mother, I saw by himself, what his imposing body that According to an offi cial report by one your Tito Willie sitting alone by himself would require at least two plane seats, Diocese in the U.S., “The pope asked all in the corner of our house. He looked and nobody could accompany him. If dioceses to host 24 Hours for the Lord very sad and afraid, perhaps realizing only he had a wife to assist him, he on the Friday and Saturday before the that he was now all alone in this world, could very well have seen some places fourth week of Lent. The Lenten initia- without our parents, without a family in the Philippines, if not Asia. tive, which organized by the Pontifi cal to love and support him, especially in I would like you to remember my Council for the New Evangelization, his old age. My heart broke as I grieved beloved brother Willie not as your unso- will be held March 4-5. more for him than the passing of my phisticated uncle, one with a physically In 2015 the pope said, “Flooded with mom. imposing body and the unmarried one news reports and troubling images of When I visited my mother a few with no family, but one who gave up human suffering, we often feel our months before she passed away, she his future and happiness in carrying the Solemnity of Christ the King 2014 complete inability to help. What can we could not talk but kept trying hard to say burden of taking care of our parents for “Jesus, I Trust in You!” do to avoid being caught up in this spiral something to me as she laid helplessly us, while we, his “successful” siblings, of distress and powerlessness? First, we in her hospital bed. I knew what she was were busy taking care of all of you. Divine Mercy Shrine in Encinitas, CA. Are you part of the story? can pray in communion with the Church saying. While your Tito Willie was not able to on earth and in heaven. Let us not un- “I know, I know!” I assured her. “We experience the other blessings we have e Divine Mercy Hills Foundation of Southern California is dedicated to the design, development and derestimate the power of so many voices will take care of Willie, don’t worry. received, I am sure he will be more than maintenance of a Divine Mercy Shrine for the purpose of spreading to an aching world the Divine Mercy united in prayer. The 24 Hours for the Hindi namin siya pababayaan.” highly rewarded when our parents meet message and devotion. is shrine will draw people of all nations, cultures and beliefs to a vessel with which Lord initiative … is meant to be a sign Despite what I have done for him, him in heaven. they are to keep coming in prayer for graces to the fountain of mercy — the image of Divine Mercy. e however, I know that I could have done I love you Willie. I still can’t believe of this need for prayer.” Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-prot organization. Throughout Rome and the world, more. I cherish the times during my you’re gone. And I wish you were still earlier Philippine visits when the two here with us.- AJ churches will be open for 24 hours for Visit the Divine Mercy Hills Foundation of Southern California website at www.divinemercyhills.org or confession and Eucharistic adoration. of us would go to our relatives in the Churches also are offering Stations provinces, eat as much as we could from call Zarina Cruz, President of the DMHFSC at 619.890.2789 for more information or if you would like of the Cross and Mass.” -- Diocese of eateries on the roadside or have a drink to donate time, talent or treasure to this project. Arkansas with our uncles and cousins as the latter Page 12 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com March 4-10, 2016

“The souls that say this chaplet will be embraced by My mercy during their lifetime and especially at the hour of their death (754).” -- Words of Jesus in the Diary of St. Faustina CHAPLET OF THE DIVINE MERCY

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On the Our Father beads say this prayer, which was given by Our Lord to St. Faustina (1905-1938). Eternal Father, I o er You the Body and Blood, Soul Sharing you the many perks of Hungry lion and Divinity of Your dearly beloved Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and those of A hungry lion was roaming through the "But your sign says, 'In by 10 a. m. , the whole world. being a senior citizen. Enjoy! jungle looking for something to eat. He out by 5 p. m.'," I reminded him. At the root of every gray hair, there is a as a challenge. came across two men. One was sitting "Oh," he replied, "that means me. On the Hail Mary beads say: dead brain cell. Someone had to remind 12. You quit trying to hold your under a tree reading a book; the other me, So I'm reminding you, too. Don't stomach in no matter who walks into the was typing away on his typewriter. The **** For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy laugh. It is all true! room. on us and on the whole world. lion quickly pounced on the man reading After supper, the parents were busy 13. You sing along with elevator music. the book and devoured him. Even the with the guests. In conclusion say three times: Perks of reaching 60 Or being over 70. 14. Your eyes won't get much worse. king of the jungle knows that readers At this point the mother thought of And heading towards 80 or beyond! 15. Your investment in health insurance digest and writer’s cramp. something and said to her son who Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, 1. Kidnappers are not very interested is fi nally beginning to pay off. was watching TV, "Honey, go see if have mercy on us and on the whole world. in you. 16. Your joints are more accurate **** the kitchen light is on or not?" After a 2. In a hostage situation, you are likely meteorologists than the national weather At the cleaner's, I noticed the sign "In while, her son returned and said, "Ma, to be released fi rst. service. by 10 a. m. , out by 5 p. m. " so I told the the kitchen is so dark that I cannot see 3. No one expects you to run -- Any- 17. Your secrets are safe with your owner that I wanted to pick my clothing it at all." Rays of Mercy Inspired where. friends. Because they can't remember up at fi ve. "it won't be ready," he said. ( Continued from page 14 ) 4. People call at 9 PM(or 9 AM) and them either. ask, 'Did I wake you?' 18. Your supply of brain cells is fi nally Meditation: of eliminating refl ections, which would food's carbohydrates and protein, aids in otherwise alert predators of their loca- 5. People no longer view you as a down to a manageable size. digestion, thanks to a plethora of healthy hypochondriac. 19. You can't remember who sent you Detox These rays of mercy will pass tion. We have used the same technique ( Continued from page 4 ) bacteria like lactobacilli. Real miso is to make an amasingly thin, effi cient, 6. There is nothing left to learn the this list. another another example of fermented through you, just as they have passed hard way. raspberries, and cranberries are among through this Host, and they will go out light-absorbent material by patterning food. graphene in a similar fashion.” 7. Things you buy now will never wear And you notice these are all In big nature's superfoods because they contain through all the world (Diary, 441). out. print for your convenience. phytochemicals—antioxidant-rich plant The incredibly thin sheets of graphene Healthy Fats are actually just one-atom thick and are 8. You can eat supper at 4 PM. Forward this to everyone you can compounds that help your liver protect Flax seeds—A great source of omega-3 Already there are many souls who 9. 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(between Plaza Blvd and 8th St. Next to diabetes, lowering triglycerides and have extensive explosives training social transformation of the and the capability to conduct guerrilla While her trip to Toronto was very LDL (bad) cholesterol, while increasing country, despite its 'New Society' short, she said it was a worthwhile stop former site of Save-a-Lot supermarket) HDL (good) cholesterol. Fresh cilantro warfare. rhetoric," they added. “What they want is to launch, bigger, on the year-long journey she has ahead leaves help remove heavy metals from of her as Miss Universe. the body, mobilizing mercury, cadmium, They deplored “the shameless refusal bolder operations to impress ISIS,” the to acknowledge the crimes of the Mar- security analyst warned. “They may "I defi nitely matured over the last two lead, and aluminum that's been stored in months and I can't believe it's only been the brain, spinal cord, and central ner- tial Law regime” and said they “reject have formed alliances but they will try the revision of history, disturbing vi- to outdo each other to get the formal two months - just because so many vous system so your body can eliminate things have happened already," she said. them. sion of the future, and shallow call for blessing, which would then lead to ‘unity’ being presented by Marcos Jr funding.” Wurtzbach said her best motivation Cardamom—This member of the is failure. It took her three attempts at ginger family helps improve digestion and like-minded candidates in the 2016 elections.” Lure of the Black Flag Binibining Pilipinas to win the third by stimulating the fl ow of bile, which Miss Universe crown for the Philippines, is critical in fat metabolism. Cardamom This included Bongbong Marcos' recent calls for a hero's burial for his The ISIS, Mendoza said, is a boon for learning valuable lessons to propel her accelerates the gastric emptying rate, toward success each time. relaxing the stomach valves that prevent father. "We reject any attempt to give believers of the Jemaah Islamiya that food from entering the small intestine, Ferdinand E. Marcos a hero's burial found themselves orphaned when a allowing nutrients to pass on to the small at the Libingan ng mga Bayani," the former ally, the Moro Islamic Liberation intestine without excess effort. signatories said. Front (MILF), grew cold as it negotiated Cayenne—This detoxer stimulates In their statement, they said Marcos a peace agreement with the government your stimulates your circulatory system, simply created “new elites or ‘oligarchs’ of President Benigno Aquino III. Carrot man increasing the pulse of your lymphatic rather than abolish them – suppoedly Now, the ISIS model of “command- ( Continued from page 15 ) and digestive rhythms, heating your one of his main justifi cation for declar- obedience-acceptance” framework is ing martial law." Those who dared digging down roots in Southeast Asia, ty to get on the Internet. “Nagpapasala- body. This "heat" from cayenne helps mat ako sa mga nag-like at nag-share ng get your gastric juices fl owing, enhanc- challenge the dictator were "intimidated, a region that has seen a high level of imprisoned, kidnapped, tortured or sum- sophistication of transnational terror pictures ko. Dahil po sa kanila, kahit na ing your body's ability to metabolize simpleng tao ako, maraming nakakilala food and toxins. marily executed." links, including the ones responsible for The faculty members also reiterated the the 9/11 attacks and an earlier blast at sa akin,” said Sigmaton. Cinnamon—Used for centuries for Jeyrick is the the eldest among seven fl avoring and medicine, cinnamon keeps need for justice for victims of martial the World Trade Center. law abuses and the need to pursue recov- Mendoza’s colleague, independent se- children. And because his family barely sticky platelets from forming clots in gets by on the money a farm-worker your arteries, boosts metabolism, and ery of the Marcoses' ill-gotten wealth. curity analyst Rommel Banlaoi, warned One of the darkest periods last year that the ISIS threat to the Phil- makes, he was forced to stop schooling prevents candida, a condition character- after Grade 6. “Mahirap ang buhay dito ized by yeast overgrowth. "The Marcos dictatorship should be re- ippines is more real than imagined. membered as one of the darkest periods His remarks followed the release in sa amin kaya ako napilitang pumunta Fennel—The essential oils in fennel sa ibang bayan para mag-ipon,” he prompt the secretion of gastric juices, of Philippine history. We reaffi rm our May of a video showing Hapilon and responsibility as teachers and profes- other radicals pledging allegiance to said. “Dahil kulang ang budget kaya helping to lower infl ammation in your tinutulungan ko ang mga magulang ko digestive tract and diminish aide prod- sionals to keep the spirit of EDSA 1986 ISIS emir Ibrahim al-Badri. On its heels alive by imparting to the young that the came a more worrisome video showing sa pag-aaral ng aking mga kapatid. Kung uct. This allows your body to absorb hindi ako magta-trabaho, wala kaming nutrients more effi ciently. structures, actions and ideas – including Rajah Sulayman Movement detainees the many lies – that allowed the Marcos in the high-security section of Camp kakainin. Patambay-tambay ka lang.” Turmeric—The curcumin compounds He is very devoted to his family, and in turmeric have been shown to heal dictatorship to impose and perpetuate Bagong Diwa waving the terror group’s itself, should be eliminated and never black fl ag and chanting support. his ambitions revolve around them. 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Adapted from Heal Your Whole Body Call Jun (619) 271-0268 leave message Serious buyers call 760.471.7859 Page 14 Asian Journal San Diego | 619.474.0588 | www.asianjournalusa.com March 4-10, 2016 TrendsTrends Apple-FBI case has wide implications Inspired by 'Lack of privacy can be a matter of life and death or imprisonment,' says USMobile's Jon Hanour moth eyes, this Rappler.com | WASHINGTON, USA Life, death, and encryption "reproducible, predictable results," – Apple and the US government are which "must be forensically sound and new graphene- squaring off in an epic legal battle with Some say Apple's position is based not change anything on the target." wide-ranging implications for how on a core principle about security of its Additionally, he said that Apple "must technology fi rms must work with law users' data. be prepared to defend their tool and based solar cell enforcement. "Lack of privacy can be a matter of life methodology in court... What FBI has The iPhone maker is being asked to and death or imprisonment," said Jon requested will inevitably force Apple's is crazy effi cient Artifi cial Intelligence provide "reasonable assistance" to the Hanour, chief executive of California methods out into the open." am sharing this of some- commercial demonstration of the power investigation of the last year's deadly startup USMobile, which makes an ap- of this technology," explained Gold. San Bernardino attacks by disabling plication for encrypted mobile messag- The China question one who is in my Google "We wanted to prove a point that you security preventing the FBI from access- ing. Circle. I am sure that could bring together some very unique ing the encrypted handset of one of the "Apostasy results in a death in Saudi Apple backers say weakening encryp- I technologies: natural language technolo- shooters. Arabia. Homosexual acts send people to tion will work against American inter- the recent breakthroughs in gies, artifi cial intelligence, the context, The highly charged case has created prison in Pakistan. And in many coun- ests by compromising security for users Artifi cial Intelligence would the machine learning and deep learning, a sharp divide among those who say tries, adultery is punishable by lashing living under repressive regimes. be of great interest to our analytics and data and do something that users of devices like smartphones and stoning." "Authoritarian regimes around the purposeful that ideally could be com- should be able to keep information But critics say Apple is simply provid- world are salivating at the prospect of readers. mercialized." private through encryption, and others ing an easy way for criminals and others the FBI winning this order," Nate Car- 2. Siri/Google Now redefi ne human- who claim legitimate law enforcement to operate in the shadows. dozo of the Electronic Frontier Founda- Artifi cial Intelligence data interaction. investigations should take precedence Allowing Apple to refuse would tion told PBS. – Context In the past few years, systems like Siri when courts approve. "thwart the public interest in a full and "If Apple creates the master key that by Peter Diamandis and Google Now opened our minds to Apple is challenging the California complete investigation of a horrifi c act the FBI has demanded that they created, the idea that we don't have to be tethered court order, saying the type of coop- of terrorism," the Justice Department governments around the world are going eration sought would undermine basic argued in its court motion. to be demanding the same access." At A360 this year, my expert on to a laptop to have seamless interaction by DigitalTrends.com with information. principles of data security and open new New York County District Attorney But Apple's critics say the company AI was Stephen Gold, the CMO vulnerabilities for all its users. Cy Vance, who has complained that may already assist the Chinese govern- In this model, AIs will move from For all of humanity’s impressive in- The government is asking for the encrypted phones have frustrated many ment with modifi cations of the iPhone and VP of Business Development speech recognition to natural language novations, sometimes, Mother Nature creation of software that doesn't exist, investigations, said Apple and other for that market and cloud computing and Partner Programs at IBM interaction, to natural language genera- really does know best. And as such, an abuse of the law and violation of the makers of encryption should not be able center hosted in China. tion, and eventually to an ability to write we’ve learned everything we can from Watson. Here's some context company's constitutional rights, Apple to help skirt law enforcement. Stewart Baker, a former Homeland as well as receive information. her, including this latest graphene solar before we dive in. says. "Apple and Google have created the Security offi cial who is now in law prac- 3. Deep Learning demonstrates how cell breakthrough inspired by none other It adds that creating a weaker "gov- fi rst warrant-proof consumer products in tice in Washington, said Apple's lack of machines learn on their own, advance than moth eyes. According to new re- Artifi cial intelligence is the ability of ernment OS" would undermine the American history, and the result is that transparency in China raises questions. and adapt. ports, researchers from the United King- a computer to understand what you're encryption Apple and others have been crimes are going unsolved and victims "Maybe you can explain why a secret "Machine learning is about man as- dom’s University of Surrey carefully asking and then infer the best possible introducing, and ultimately leak out to are being left beyond the protection of encryption system that everyone sus- sisting computers. Deep learning is examined these insects’ eyes in order to answer from all andisthe available hackers and foreign governments. the law," he said in a statement. pects of having a real back door is good about systems beginning to progress create graphene sheets that they say are evidence. "Apple wants to maintain the trust Apple argues that being forced to enough for Apple's customers in China?" and learn on their own," says Gold. “the most light-absorbent material ever You may think of AI as Siri or Google relationship with its customers, they feel comply would set a dangerous precedent Baker says in a blog post. "Historically, systems have always been created.” Best of all, the graphene based Now on your iPhone, Jarvis from Iron deeply and fi rmly this is something that allowing broad access to law enforce- trained. They've been programmed. And, cells won’t have to be outside in order to Man or IBM's Watson. has to exist, and that no government ment. Snowden impact over time, the programming languages harvest the sun’s energy — rather, it’ll should have access to this data," said "Once the fl oodgates open, they can- changed. We certainly moved beyond be able to absorb indirect sunlight as John Dickson of the Texas-based Denim not be closed, and the device security Some analysts say the confl ict stems Progress of late is furious FORTRAN and BASIC, but we've well as ambient energy from everyday Group, which manages security and that Apple has worked so tirelessly from revelations about widespread always been limited to this idea of con- items found at home. encryption for its customers. to achieve will be unwound," Apple government surveillance by former intel- Soon AI will become the most im- ventional rules and logic and structured “We realized that the moth’s eye works "I anticipate there will be a technical argued. ligence contractor Edward Snowden. portant human collaboration tool ever data." in a particular way that traps electro- response form Apple, so that it will be But James Lewis, a former US offi cial "The Snowden disclosures revealed created, amplifying our abilities and As we move into the area of AI and magnetic waves very effi ciently,” Pro- nearly impossible for them to be com- who is now a senior fellow at the Center that many government agencies conduct providing a simple user interface to all cognitive computing, we're exploring the fessor Ravi Silva, head of the Advanced pelled to do anything." for Strategic and International Studies, extensive surveillance on citizens, which exponential technologies. Ultimately, ability of computers to do more unaided/ Technology Institute at the University of Julian Sanchez of the libertarian Cato said there is nothing unusual about the arguably not only undermine our privacy it's helping us speed toward a world of unassisted learning. Surrey, told Newsweek. “As a result of Institute says in a blog post the case is case. but compromise our entire information abundance. 4. Image Recognition and interpreta- our studies, we’ve been able to mimic "a fi ght over the future of high-tech sur- "The court decided this was a reason- security infrastructure," says Rahul The implications of true AI are stagger- tion now rivals what humans can do the surface of a moth’s eye and create an veillance, the trust infrastructure under- able request," Lewis told AFP. Telang, professor of information systems ing, and I asked Stephen to share his top – allowing for imagine interpretation amazingly thin, effi cient, light-absorbent girding the global software ecosystem, "The privacy people say it will set a at Carnegie Mellon University. fi ve breakthroughs from the past three and anomaly detection. material made of graphene.” and how far technology companies and precedent and it will be the end of life Telang said it is a diffi cult issue to years to illustrate some of them. Image recognition has exploded over Speaking with Electronics Weekly, software developers can be conscripted on this planet, and it's not true." resolve but that he sees the privacy argu- Recent Top 5 Breakthroughs in AI: the last few years. Facebook and Google Silva added, “Moths’ eyes have micro- as unwilling suppliers of hacking tools Computer forensics researcher Jona- ment as likely to win. 2011 – 2015 Photos, for example, each have tens of scopic patterning that allows them to for governments." than Zdziarski said complying would be "Now that we know about government "It's amazing," said Gold. "For 50 billions of images on their platform. see in the dimmest conditions. These more complex than it appears. snooping, there is a trust issue," he said. years, we've ideated about this idea of With this dataset, they (and many oth- work by channelling light towards the In a blog post, he notes that Apple "Once we give you backdoor access, artifi cial intelligence. But it's only been ers) are developing technologies that middle of the eye, with the added benefi t in the last few years that we've seen would need to develop a tool to produce where will it stop?" – Rob Lever, AFP / Rappler.com go beyond facial recognition providing ( Continued on page 12 ) a fundamental transformation in this algorithms that can tell you label what is technology." in the image: a boat, plane, car, cat, dog, San Diego Fest Here are the breakthroughs Stephen and so on. ( Continued from page 5 ) identifi ed in Artifi cial Intelligence The crazy part is that the algorithms to raise awareness of the importance research from 2012-2015: are better than humans at recognizing of Science, Technology, Engineering 1. IBM Watson wins Jeopardy demo's images. 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EntertainmentEntertainment Charice in Forbes Asia’s Alden and Rocco heat up “Bae in the City Canada Tour 2016” infl uential entertainers list Kapuso heartthrobs Alden Richards and Rocco Nacino turn up the heat in Canada as they headline “Bae in the City Canada Tour 2016” this March. Alden, one of the most in demand actors in the country today and a co-host on GMA Network’s top-rating comedy-mu- sical variety program Sunday PinaSaya and the Philippines’ longest-running noon time show Eat Bulaga, and Rocco, one of GMA’s top leading men who was last seen in the primetime drama series Beautiful Strangers, will be joined by comedian Kim Idol. Sponsored by GMA’s three inter- national channels – GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV and GMA News TV International, “Bae in the City Canada Tour 2016” begins on March 22 at the Club Regent Event Centre, 884 Sergent Good News Pilipinas | MANILA, the second Filipino in the Billboard 100 Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba. The event 3/2/2016 -- Filipino singer Charice chart. The pop singer was also recog- is staged in partnership with Corazon’s Pempengco has been included in Forbes nized for her 2010 hit Pyramid with Iyaz Money Express. The next day, Alden Magazine inaugural list of 30 Under 30 which topped the Billboard Dance Chart. and Rocco will head to the Maha- Asia: Entertainment and Sports category. The 23-year old Charice fi rst rose to raja Banquet Hall, 9257 34a Ave NW, Edmonton Alberta, for the second leg Charice was cited by Forbes for being ( Continued on page 11 ) of the tour, held in cooperation with Palabok Promotions, on March 23. In cooperation with Red Productions, the last stop will be on March 24 at the The ‘Carrot Man’ speaks: Jeyrick Massey Theater, 735 Eight Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia. 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The Flavr Blue Embark on an East To West Coast Tour Featuring "Love Notes” Seattle, WA - After a great 2015, fi lled way its members — lead singer Hollis of the Love Notes EP: http://bit. with major milestones, Seattle-based trio Wong-Wear, whose voice has graced the ly/1MZwyQK The Flavr Blue will embark on tour with Billboard Top 20 ("White Walls" - The Full Download Love Notes EP: http:// GMA News | MANILA, 3/2/2016 -- social media phenom. their most anticipated release yet: Love Heist) and was recently featured on bit.ly/1NlrJ7Z At last, you can put a voice to the face. “Wala akong kaalam-alam na kumaka- Notes EP. "White Privilege II" with Macklemore Upcoming Tour And oh what a face! It is the visage that lat na pala ‘yung picture ko sa Facebook. Love Notes is a collection that marries & Ryan Lewis, and singer/producers The tour kicks off in DC, making sev- launched tens of thousands of “likes.” Tapos nu’ng pumunta kami sa lugar na the group’s dynamic energy with a soul- Lace Cadence and Parker Joe, each with eral east coast stops before heading back GMA 7 news magazine program “Ka- may signal, du’n ko nalaman na may ful musical wisdom inherited from infl u- a litany of Seattle hip-hop and R&B re- to the west coast and ending with puso Mo, Jessica Soho” caught up with kumokontak pala sa akin na gusto akong ences ranging from Cut Copy and Mike leases under their belts — together they a homecoming in Seattle. 21-year-old farm-worker “Carrot Man” ma-interview,” Sigmaton explained in a Snow to Feist and Sade. The album has weave their voices offering an eclectic WEST COAST TOUR DATES: Jeyrick Sigmaton, and during Sunday thickly accented voice. already received coverage from major experimentalism within a rich electronic March 6, 2016 San Diego night's broadcast, the Barlig-Mountain He added that because of weak signals outlets like Revolt TV, Esquire, Fader, landscape. - The Casbah Province native explained that he had at their farm, he rarely has an opportuni- Billboard, Complex and more. Love Notes EP March 8, 2016 Sacramento no idea that the pictures of him lugging ( Continued on page 13 ) The band's success is driven by the Listen to an exclusive stream - Lowbrau baskets of carrots had turned him into a Disney confi rms $350M investment for Disneyland Philippines! Filipinos need not to go to other countries to visit Disneyland any- more after 2 years starting today after The Walt Disney Company CEO Andy Bird, announced on Friday that the company has set aside $350 million to be invested in the Philippines.

Vice President for global public policy Jim Flippatos said Disney fi nds the Phil- ippines as a great location for entertain- ment and amusement goers. Bird said they will visit the country next month (March) to shop for a great location. It was announced earlier in one of the company’s press releases that possible locations includes Batangas, Laguna, Bulacan, and Pampanga area. “I think Metro Manila is already ex- tremely crowded. We need at least 125 “It has nothing to do with our meeting provide at least twelve thousand local acres (50 hectares) of land to house the with the Philippine president last week. jobs. Disneyland Philippines”, Flippatos said. The plan was already fi nalized before “Once we fi nalize the deal with the Bird clarifi ed that the Philippine and meeting with President Aquino was land owners, we will start the construc- investment plan was decided two years just to fi nalize the deal”, Bird noted. tion as soon as possible. Our target is ago, contrary to the report that President Another executive Mark Paulson said to open by summer of 2018”, Paulson Aquino convinced the company. that the Disneyland Philippines could said.-- Real8 on Facebook

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SAN DIEGO (Feb.8, 2016) – On Saturday, April 9, at the Del Mar Fair- grounds cyclists of all levels will join forces in an effort to Stop Diabetes® at this year’s Tour de Cure benefi ting the Greater San Diego Area of the American Diabetes Association. Participants can choose from various routes that wind them through the gorgeous coastline. Proceeds raised will go towards helping with critical funds for diabetes research, information and advocacy. “This is a ride to take on the challenge of defeating diabetes. Every mile we Good News Pilipinas | MANILA, Jamboree, a street food feasting festival ride and every dollar we raise brings 3/2/2016 — The Philippine capital of which will last for 5 days. Cooking us that much closer to reaching our Manila is set to host the World Street demonstrations amid live music will be common goal—to stop this disease that Food Congress 2016 (WSFC16) in open to the public. affects over 29 million Americans,” raise $1,000 or more will receive VIP de Cure April. The WSF Awards will cap the event said Larissa Roman, executive director treatment with a massage and one beer. WHERE: Del Mar Fairgrounds WSFC16 announced the gathering in with recognition given in 5 categories, of Greater San Diego Area American “Everyone knows someone who has – 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Manila, touted as “one of the world’s recognizing the best soldiers and leaders Diabetes Association. “Our event is de- to this year’s event. Waiting at the fi nish been touched by diabetes and we are Del Mar, CA 92014 best food destinations” from April 20- in the fi eld of culinary street food. signed to accommodate all cycling lev- line will be more than 25 vendors, live committed to educating others on how WHEN: Saturday, April 9, 2016 24, 2016. Filipino food has been gaining recogni- els, from children to advanced cyclists. music, healthy street tacos and organic to join the millions in the fi ght to help The world’s most infl uential mov- tion around the world with food festivals With fi ve different routes this event is beer. Participants are also eligible to stop this disease,” said Roman. “We ap- ROUTE: CHECK-IN: START: ers, thinkers, food gurus and advocates dedicated to the country’s unique fare. truly made for anyone and everyone receive several perks depending on how preciate the community’s involvement to 100 Mile 5:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. will be together for 2 days at Bonifacio WSCF brought about a dozen in- who wishes to help make a difference much they are able to raise for the Amer- help us expand our impact and intensify 62 Mile 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Global City Manila in the WSF Dia- ternational and local media for a 15 for those who are affected by diabetes.” ican Diabetes Association’s Greater San our advocacy efforts—we really look 29 Mile 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. logue to share their latest ideas, develop- hour Food Frenzy Safari in February, Participants have the opportunity to Diego Area. All participants will receive forward to hosting a unique experience 15 Mile 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. ments, ideals and opportunities about to sample the offerings of Manila and participate in the one mile kids ride, 15 a free lunch and a special 25th anni- you won’t want to miss.” 1 Mile - Family Fun Ride culinary street food culture. Pampanga. Reviews of the trip affi rmed Participants from 10 countries will also mile, 29 mile, 62 mile and 100 mile- versary medal, as this year is the Tour WHAT: Greater San Diego Area of the 10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. ( Continued on page 6 ) rides. The 15-mile ride is a new element de Cure’s 25th anniversary. Those who American Diabetes Association’s Tour ( Continued on page 12 ) offer their specialized fare at the WSF e Divine Mercy Hills Foundation of Southern California presents YOUR Pasok po kayo! “Living in God’s Mercy” FREE GIFT! May LIBRENG regalo, Just for coming in! palinis at inspeksyon ng a free One-Day Lenten Retreat alahas! with Fr. Denis Phaneuf and Moira Noonan

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