Misa De Gallo Diaries 2012 - DAY 2 - MOSAIC

First Reading: Genesis 49:2, 8-10
Psalm: Psalm 72:1-4, 7-8, 17
Gospel: Matthew 1:1-17



The second day of Misa De Gallo was something similar to what happened with the past year of attending the second mass. Originally me and my dorm mates planned to go to San Felipe Neri Parish which is just less than 2 KM away which we can just walk. But arriving at the church we found out that the only mass would be for 4AM only, we arrived at 5 PM. Now the problem of finding another nearby church was now our concern. Since I have already been to Divine Mercy Shrine of the first day, it was thinking of another nearby church where there is a 5:30 AM mass and the only one I can think of was the San Roque Parish which is near EDSA.

REEL DEAL: Epic TRAILER

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20TH Century Fox releases the latest international trailer of “Epic” from Chris Wedge based on the book by William Joyce “The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs.” From Blue Sky Studios, the studio that continues to raise the bar in 3D animation and makers of the phenomenal “Ice Age” and “Rio” films, Chris Wedge directs and creates another world in “Epic” unlike any other that we’ve seen before.

The New 99.5 Is Coming!

99.5 RT is a station that is close to my heart as it is the first radio station to train me in radio production. And they play the best music on the planet with great shows such as the Disenchanted Kingdom, The Awesome Show and Disturbing the Peace to name a few.

Now, they are getting upgraded with a new variety of shows, a whole new radio feel, yet still playing great music which they have known for. Well here is a teaser of what is in store for 99.5 RT with the great big change!

Misa De Gallo Diaries 2012 - DAY 1 - PREPARATION

For the first night (dawn) of the Misa De Gallo Diaries 2012, I started with the Archdiocesan Shrine of the Divine Mercy. This church has been a special church for me for many answered prayers and good news that happened while hearing mass at this shrine. This is also where one of the relics of St. Faustina can be found. 

The first night of Simbang Gabi also falls on the 3rd Sunday of Advent which is Gaudete Sunday or the "week of joy" which tells about the joy that the coming of the mesiah is bringing. And in the readings for this day talks about rejoicing with the coming of the Lord. 

XSTIG: Sony Xperia V

Sony Mobile is again on a roll for new smartphones and one of their best ones comes with resistance with water and dust! We can say its a tough smartphone with an elegant design, presenting the Sony Xperia V!

This smartphone will be available in the country this month exclusively with Smart Communications  Plus this is the first LTE phone in the country that is water and dust resistant. These are just some of the features of the new Sony Xperia V. And we all know that there are still a handful of LTE compatible devices in the market which Sony Mobile provides with this phone. With the speed of LTE expanding in the country, it pays to have LTE connection that will provide uninterrupted internet connection.

Get Ready For December 2012 TOYCON!

The 7th Christmas Toy Fair with the 2nd Philippine Die cast and Custom Car Show or more commonly known as TOYCON will be on Dec. 14-15-16, 2012 at the SM Megatrade Hall 1, SM Megamall.

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Here are some details of 7th Christmas Toyfair and 2nd Philippine Diecast and custom car show.

Entrance is only P60, tickets can be bought at the gate during event days. 3 day pass is not available.

Christmas Cosplay parade will be on Dec 15 (Saturday), Registration starts at 10am, Assembly at 1pm, parade will start at 2pm at Atrium ground floor. Special prize will be given to the best Christmas

cosplay theme character.

12-12-12 Package From Lipton!

I got a package in the mail  which made my 12-12-12. It was a pack of Lipton Tea with a set of flavors like vanilla, banana, almond and pandan. It also came with fruit juices which can also be mixed with Lipton tea.

Well when I was a kid, I never liked tea. It was back when iced tea became popular that I tasted tea and eventually liked it and tried thousands of variants since then. But I liked Lipton Yellow Tea because they are convenient and also have a rich flavor in each bag. 

I also noticed in every box Lipton is the word "Hirameki" which is based on a Japanese word meaning "flash of inspiration". In the box it shows a different yet fun way of preparing a cup of tea with Lipton teabags.

Misa De Gallo Diaries 2012!

It is that ime of the Christmas season which I say is the most challenging yet fulfilling experience of spending 9 days of dawn/late night masses more commonly called MISA DE GALLO or Simbang Gabi. And as my own personal tradition like the Visita Iglesia, I like to speak about this personal experience which takes me into a whole new meaning to living life to the fullest.

Started as a special series in Manual to Lyf last 2010, now on its third year is something I look forward to every year. Something to be grateful for the wonderful year which was given to me. Time to reflect on the difficulties I faced in 2012. To look forward to the year 2013 with strong faith and optimism. Seems to ideal for some, but these things motivate me in being a better person. It will be hard just like the past years due to unforeseen problems and delays.

Easy Chris Kringle

Your partner, your team mates, your toka lunch group, your boss, your boss’s boss, the parking guard, the people on four, five, and six- the list is long, and time is short. Christmas is here again and, with it, the dilemma of what to buy for all those people at the office that won’t cost you your bonus. Well, have no fear. Santa’s little helpers are here at SM Department Store’s Beauty Section. They’ve got everything you need to get all those stockings stuffed with gifts that aren’t just perfectly-priced for the occasion, but thoughtful too.

REEL DEAL: Himala (Restored Version)

Even after all of these years, timeless classics never cease to amaze me with their aesthetic permanence and style, and one of these cinema gems HIMALA was restored with the aide of technology to give it a cleaner view compared when it was grainy and noisy back then. The restortion was done by ABS-CBN and Central Digital Lab. The Restored Film was first premiered in 69th Venice Film Festival. In the Philippines, it was released on December 5, 2012

This movie which is the most memorable Nora Aunor movie has been recognized here with Best Picture from the 1982 Metro Manila Film Festival and the 1983 Catholic Mass Media Awards and abroad including the CNN Best Asian Films of All Time chosen by CNN International in 2008. 

Himala was one of the entries of the 1892 Metro Manila Film Festival. Direcetd by Ishmael Bernal, Story/Screenplay by Ricky Lee. Starring Nora Aunor as Elsa, Spanky Manikan as Orly, Gigi Duenas as Nimia, Laura Centeno as Chayong, Vangie Labalan as Aling Saling, Veronica Palileo as Mrs. Alba, and Ama Quiambao as Sepa.