Blog Action Day! Clmate Change!

Today is the day for us to contemplate about what we have done with our planet. No matter how small or big that you have given to pollution, deforestation and abuse of natural resources. You may have heard this a gazillion times in many ways and means, but the more important question that comes with the call is "Have you done your part?".
If that seems to scary or too big for you, why not start small. I also was overwhelmed by the challenge of this questions, so how does one start small and yet contribute globally? Well, I started with a challenge to myself to avoid littering even if the place is already filthy and dirty. I always say to myself that "Why should I contribute to more pollution?". We may be too spoiled that some metro aide or sweeper would clean up our mess. But hey, we are humans, we were made to clean and preserve the earth not to make it more filthier.
See, even a small act of kindness to mother earth can do a lot. And it doesn't stop there, there are more ways to help and contribute and if you feel you can do a good job at these, you would probably take it a step higher by tackling more major areas of concerns in the environment. I also try my best to send this message through my blog, even if there is a small audience. Its better to do something small cause it will provoke you to do more bigger things in the future... a future that I wish to see, more greener and healthier to live in.

One Blogging Nation! Philippine Blog Awards!

ONE BLOGGING NATION!

fact: I made my first blog post way back on 2003 and I used blogger for it. Thats 3rd year high school. I got to know blogger by a tech magazine, and some blogs I have i the past were kinda short sometimes like a post on twitter.

Now after some years, I have appreciated the life of a blogger and how we are changing the world. The internet was really a liberating space to all people, including me to explore new frontiers. Information comes in fast but there would be a lot of fabricated and misleading ones. However, its popularity and usefulness became rapid. Giving a new dimension on the word media.

A Blog starts by exploring the world through our own eyes and feel the actual events. Take some photos, go in front of the computer, generating a chain of thoughts (well sometimes thinking come firsts while some takes notes), emotions, explanation, and of course humor... clcik POST... then you have a BLOG!

For this event, this paved way to amateur and pro bloggers to converge, meet and geet ika nga. Then the awards were given to the deserving winners, altough some were not present, either they were online at that time. There were a lot of categories that really sparked some interest in me. I also dream of getting a award, but not for now, patience is still a virtue. It was also a night of affirmation of the power of blogs can actuallly save lives. Proven by the recent typhoons Ondoy and Pepeng.

This event was also when I met kuya Azrael in person. I also had a chance to take a glimpse at Manolo Quezon III, Andy Smith (from qtube), and other online personalities. To the organizers of this event, kudos for your appreciation giving bloggers this opportunity and hope for more in the coming years. And hope that the blogging community will expand further, bring more laughter, and promote peace and factual truths. However don't limit yourself in beaing creative and also to love your blog with youre whole heart so it, like enjoying it.

I have became more active in the internet in the past few years and hope that the trend will be invreasing in numbers, be more responsible and BLOG!

the winners!

soon this blog will be posted there!

one blogging nation

Olympic fever! Samba in Rio de Janeiro!

Its Rio de Janiero!

After the long and gruel wait, millions spent in advertising and promotions, also the tears shed, and with the help of their people and leaders, one emerged victorious in the bout for hosting the 2016 summer Olympic games. The one chosen was RIO DE JANEIRO! Yes, it was the beach city of South America which will actually make history as the 1st city in the continent to host the games. It was really a unpredictable decision since that it rivals the very prepared and impressive showmanship of the city of Madrid. Madrid was a tough contender since it boast of the venues which are 70% and above completed. A shocker to others was the elimination of the city of Chicago of the USA, which was supported by president Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle. Oprah Winfrey was also there to show her support however it was short-lived when it was announced to be eliminated in the 1st round. It was swift yet cold-blooded defeat for the Americans. Then another fast swipe for the chance was Tokyo, which promised the green Olympics, yet some experts say it lacks enthusiasm from the public. Then there was two, Madrid and Rio.

Both cities has been aiming for this spot for four times now, yet they still persistent and patient for this day. For Madrid, the King Carlos and also the Prime Minister Zapatero was there for the Spanish bid. And for Rio de Janeiro, the President Luiz da Silva and football legend Pelé, showed their confidence for the Portuguese-speaking Latin Nation. People on both Madrid and Rio waited patiently on the streets (for Rio's case its on the beach). The world is excited until the announcement was made by Jacques Rogge...

and with that, the rest is history...

not a candidate city anymore, because its official...
This actually made me hope that Manila may also have a chance to host the games, since Rio has the same poverty-stricken situation as the Philippines, who knows, for now like Rio de Janiero, we must believe first...

Bagyo na naman! (Awit habang hininitay ang Pasko)

Bagyo na naman!

Bagyo na naman
o kay tulin ng araw
Bagyong Nagdaan
di ba nga nung kailan lang
Nagyong Babagyo
dapat lang paghandaan
Nagyong may Bagyo
tayo na't magtulungan

Bagyo! Bagyo!
Bagyo na naman muli
mga araw na di pinakamimithi
Bagyo! Bagyo!
Bagyo na naman muli
Bayanihan 'siyang maghari

Bagyo na naman
o kay tulin ng araw
Bagyong si Ondoy
di ba nga nung kailan lang
Nagyon si Pepeng
Tayo'y kinakabahan
Nagyon may Bagyo
Buhay ay 'yong ingatan

Bagyo! Bagyo!
Bagyo na naman muli
mga araw na di pinakamimithi
Bagyo! Bagyo!
Bagyo na naman muli
Bayanihan 'siyang maghari

Bayanihan 'siyang maghari!

LETS HELP!

if you have concerns... donations, queries about the victims and damage done by Typhoon KETSANA (Ondoy) please click on the link!

http://ph.docs.yahoo.com/searchpad/ondoy.html

will be updating this blog every hour for more links and if ever pictures and videos...

Ondoy Aftermath...

Its still not over, there are people still needs rescue, some are missing, some feared of found dead. I makes my teary thinking of the people who are affected by this disaster. Our family was fortunate to live in a higher part of Sta Mesa and we are in the fourth floor. However, we remembered the past experiences we had about floods and typhoons. Because in the past, our houses (because we move to another house to rent) were places that are pronce to these events, we actually made a contigency plan whenever its starts to rain hard. So far we are thankful for the situation were in as of now but never forget and sympathize with fellow filipinos in those grave hours.


Also while I am making this blog, a patch of sunlight struck me as I type in laptop in the balcony. Its probably God showing me that there is still hope amidst this crisis. There are still rains but its more occational now, so it gives me a peace of mind. Also I was inspired by the heroism by our fellow Pinoys helping others. For now I dont blame the government, celebrities, and political aspirants yet. It would waste a lot of energy that would be better helping in fund drive, donations, volunteer work, repacking, cleaning, repairs, serach and rescue operations. Facebook, plurk and twitter was actually helping in providing information to help rescue and recover people in need. Pleas for help also with local and foreign celebrities also joined tha cause. This was also helpful to the media also who is our first line of reliable information especially in this times of crisis. Photos and videos of devastations are also in circulation. I was also able to see the aftermath when I went to church on sunday. Muddy streets, establishments like supermarkets flooded inside, cars flooded, no power in some areas, garbage also was around so as to dead animals like rats and cats.


Although this was the case of the capital, I still see the festive spirit of the pinoy by Bayanihan, others volunteered, donated, and even prayed for the success of relief operations. According to PAG-ASA this was the heaviest downpour recorded in which the last one was way back 1967. So there is no doubt that this one was really unexpected. A real tradegy it was a the body count of dead people rising, there was also the numerous families who lost their homes in the flood. There are also reports of looting and scamming affected homes, which would make your blood boil. But let not our hearts be consumed by despair, as the rains stopped, floods down and the joint groups are working, I appeal to all to join the cause. If there are clothes that you dont wear anymore, please donate them, its your thanksgiving to God for you were spared. If you also have spare food also include them. We can eat in peace knowing that you fed a person and saved a life.
Volunteer groups also are open for people who wish to volunteer. I believe I have posted them here in the blog, also with the help lines for any other concerns needed for assistance. If you don't have resouces or the ability to render volunteer work, I suggest help in speading credible information that can help the authorities in their missions. Again, twitter, plurk and facebook is currently used to dissiminate information for the benefit of the people.
Also prayers are encouraged for the nation and the people, I felt Gods answer when it cleared the skies on sunday giving the public the opportunity to help and rebuild. Thus more prayers can also save more lives in peril and will assist us in rebuilding the hope for the people.


Finally, what I ask is just show even a small gesture of charity and hope. It would really go a long way. Be always vigilant and keep your passion to help alive... we can make it through this rain

ONDOY HELP (numbers of government and non government agencies for victims and relatives)

Public Service muna po tayo...


eto po ang ilan sa mga numbers na pwede niyong tawagan sa anumang tulong na mahihingan ng tulong sa mga nastranded, napinsala o anuman na lubhang na-apektuhan ng bagyong Ondoy. Eto ang ilan sa mga available na numero...


Rescue Operations

1. National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC) (+632-9125668, +632-9111406, +632-9115061, +632-912-2665) Help hotlines: (+65 734-2118, 734-2120)
2. Red Cross (143, +632-5270000)
3. MMDA (136)
4. Coast Guard (+632-5276136)
5. Senator Dick Gordon (+639178997898, +63938-444BOYS, +632-9342118, +632-4338528)
6. Senator Manny Villar (+639174226800. +639172414864, +639276751981)

Rubber Boat Requests

1. NCRPO (+632-8383203, +632-8383354)

Power Supply

• Meralco (+63917-5592824) If you want service cut off to your area to prevent fires and electrocution.

Relief Aid and Donations

1. Victory Fort is opening its doors to those affected by the typhoon. Call 813-FORT.
   
2. Clare Amador (+63928-5205508) or Jana Vicente at +63928-5205499). Drop off for relief donations is at Balay Expo Center across Farmers Market Cubao.
3. Drop off points: One Orchard Road Building in Eastwood, or message http://www.twitter.com/miriamq for more details.
4. Donations for Ondoy Victims to be distributed at the Philippine Army Gym inside Fort Bonifacio or GHQ Gym in Camp Aguinaldo starting now.
5. Team Manila stores in Trinoma, Mall of Asia, Jupiter Bel-Air and Rockwell shall be accepting relief goods for distribution by Veritas.
6. Relief Goods: Caritas Manila Office (+632-5639298, +632-5639308) or Radio Veritas @ Veritas Tower West Ave.. Cor EDSA (+632-9257931-40)

People Tracker (using your phones, get your friends and family to turn on their finderservice for you)

• FINDERSERVICE. For Smart, text “wis ” to 386.
• FINDERSERVICE. For Globe, text “find to 7000.

Ang MRT at LRT ay bukas 24 oras ngayong araw.

Sa mga kapwa bloggers, I encourage you to post these info on your blogs so people will be provided with these informations. If posible also send them through text brigade. We will also ask for your prayers (whatever religion your in) for our cause. mag-BAYANIHAN tayo!