June 27, 2009

A(H1N1) or Dengue?

the scare for A(H1N1) became widespread all over the world and we are all doing our ways to escape and/or eradicate it. with proper diet and medicines being developed, still the virus is unstoppable. with the changing weather conditions and a little abnormal in my lifestyle lately, i almost suspected that i caught it. i had flu for 3 days now and i've been trying to strengthen my immune system once again by taking the prescribed meds and eating right.

but we should not all be focusing on A(H1N1) virus alone. we should be aware too that this is also the time of dengue spread. though this is only transferred through a mosquito bite, we might be forgetting that this also starts with a common flu.

i myself have been a victim of dengue when i was 20. i caught it when i took care of my brothers who got it a week prior. i had the fastest time to recover for we already know how to deal with it. a lot of fluids and of course, vitamin C for your immune system. in just 3 days, i was discharged off the hospital.

i am experiencing flu right now and my temperature rises and drops down. i certainly hope that this was not A(H1N1) for i have not encountered a victim yet. and as i turn back to the symptoms of both flu-related sicknesses, the only thing i've got are the muscle pains and headaches.

A(H1N1) symptoms:
Cough
Congestion
Nasal Congestion
Nausea/Vomiting
Diarrhea
Body aches
Joint Pains
Fevers
Sore throat
Headaches
Fatigue
Decreased energy
Rarely death in more severe cases, especially from pneumonia.

Dengue symptoms:
High continuous fever lasting for 2-7 days
Nausea/vomiting
Abdominal pain
Body weakness
Bleeding tendencies from nose and gums
Persistent red spots on the face, extremities and trunks

we always believe that prevention is better than cure. so we start with a clean living environment, taking care of our health and eating right.

right now i am taking what the doctor has prescribed. hopefully, i am fully recovered by monday for work. gosh, i really miss a lot!

June 26, 2009

Michael Jackson dies at 50

i am not unfamiliar with the name. in fact, i was one of those children that grew up with Billy Jean, Bad, and Thriller. Michael Jackson is a household name and probably the generation coming after our time would only see him as the child molester, the cosmetic patient and big money.

this morning i less heard that the King of Pop had passed away and i was hoping that this was just a dream. until later on that everybody was buzzing and it was confirmed at the UCLA Hospital that Michael Jackson is dead on thursday afternoon on the US (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009). suddenly i came running back through the events that happened in his life and of course the music of the true legend.

he has been making music even before i was alive and my parents have been enjoying his music since then. a lot of revivals from his songs have been made like Boyzone's Ben and Mariah Carey's I'll Be There.

lately on this year's American Idol, Michael Jackson's music has been the theme for the Top 13 and it was a great privilege for them to sing his songs. also last year, Filipinos stand tall for reliving Michael Jackson's Thriller as Cebu inmates danced to the tune. his only record that soared to 100 million copies sold!

i remember that we had copies of his videos and cassettes and still i got the chills for the production of Thriller. and still i can't help myself stomping my feet to Michael Jackson's dance tunes. and he produces music videos that always come up like movies. indeed he got so many influenced by his moonwalk and other things in regard to his music.

despite all the troubles that he underwent these couple of years, Michael Jackson's legacy to the music industry will always be remembered. Michael Jackson is an accomplished man but it is a sad goodbye.

June 22, 2009

Kris Lawrence shares Moments of Love

kris lawrence has just launched a collection of love song remakes with Moments of Love. 12 tracks are romantic anthems from the 80's featuring the hit single Careless Whisper. kris lawrence resurrected these hits with his adult contemporary R&B style that gave justice to his one of a kind character.

suddenly, right here waiting, honestly, all my life, your song, now and forever, i will take you forever, without you, we all fall in love sometimes, careless whisper, just tell me you love me and an original composition of moments of love are the 12 tracks in this album.

three tracks are done in collaboration with three of kris' friends. one of which is with the prince of philippine R&B, Jay-r (right here waiting), international sensation billy crawford (all my life) and denise laurel (i will take you forever).

aside to his fedora hat and stylish outfits, kris lawrence also showcased his musical versatility by playing the piano in this album.

MCA Universal launched this album at a special engagement for all kris lawrence fans at the Eastwood Central Plaza last June 20 2009.

June 19, 2009

Buzzing in The Singing Bee

i had another celeb encounter last Friday at the grounds of now, ABS-CBN! i remember not too long ago that i was at the rival station a few blocks away for live variety show. i have witnessed a live taping of The Singing Bee which is hosted by Cesar Montano. for that night, five teams under the Wedding theme compete for the Singing Bee Championship.

the show opened with Zsazsa Padilla singing on the background also revealing her single in her latest album. "Unchanging Love" -- which is also Martin Nievera's song for newlyweds, Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo.

the contestants were:
Nina, Christian Bautista, Erik Santos - the Wedding Singers
Carlene Aguilar, Nina Ricci Alagao, Miriam Quiambao - the Brides
Evangeline Pascual, Glenda Garcia, Dexter Doria - Monster Moms
and two teams composed of wedding designers and wedding officials.

first who got eliminated are the Monster Moms. among all the other contestants, the Wedding Singers get to the final level and competed with the former champions composed of Ogie Diaz, Joy Viado and Beverly Salviejo. the Wedding Singers outplayed the champions and will return to raise their cash prize on the following week.

after the taping, we were so privileged to interview the host Mr. Cesar Montano and asked some details on his experiences in and out of the show. he even spilled some information on his upcoming activities.

here is our exclusive interview with the host Cesar Montano:


catch my quick TV exposure together with Sire and Joriben at The Singing Bee on June 27 2009 630PM on our Kapamilya, ABS-CBN 2

Project Runway asst director holds music video shoot

Let's meet up and be in a music video!!!

Assistant director to Project Runway Philippines season 1, needs about 150 volunteer extras for a music video concert scene on Saturday.

If you guys are free you should come, its 6-10pm at UP (University of the Philippines Diliman) in Aldaba Hall. The band is Soapdish. Invite your friends!

Aldaba hall is the small theater beside the UP film institute. The jeep that goes around UP passes by this. Find the UP theater, and behind it is Aldaba Hall.

Date: Saturday, June 20, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 10:30pm
Venue: UP Diliman Aldaba Hall
RSVP: 09154480674

June 15, 2009

ohmski goes back to school

before i have already realized that we don't have any professionals in the family. no one ever took a college course that will undergo board exams and professional licensing processes. i belong to a family of 4 children and 2 of us already graduated. my sister now works at a hotel company and i am working at a multimedia company. not very much fulfilled with my status but everything is under control. (i hope.)

out of the blue last sunday, my parents had something to pop out of their heads. suddenly they offered me to go back to college for another Bachelor's degree. this time, to become an engineer or an architect someday. i was just typing something for my dad's work and they want me to take up a professional and licensed course. they thought that after my younger siblings graduated, they will be enrolling me immediately back to college.

i've come to think about it since i've wanted to go back to school someday. maybe for a Master's degree or a vocation. i have agreed with them as long as they will be providing all expenses. as for me, back to the spoiled person and just opening up my hand for daily allowance and tuition fees. lol

engineering and architecture are both good courses but i'm confused of what to choose just to give in to my parents' request. i want to escape that Math theories and formulas etc and especially Physics that's why i went on another course before. i have no regrets of taking up Advertising and PR in fact i graduated with honors. the only problem is, i still have no practice of it since i graduated. :( i fear that what if i don't excel in the field that i would be taking up, would they get disappointed? maybe but i don't want it to happen.

i'm also concerned of what school to go to when they send me off again. i have no problems with my school before but this time, is it wrong to demand to them to send me to a private school? maybe in a more recognized university?

i have a few months left to think about this because my brothers are graduating next year.

June 11, 2009

SandBox provides everything you need

a new networking portal has been launched by the power of Smart Communications. introducing Sandbox, combining social networking, media streaming, online marketplace and others. downloading and chat is also provided and since this is powered by the leading mobile communications company, expect that you can access your account through your mobile phones!

as regarding to social networking sites, you can send messages to your friends, upload photos and videos, make your profile and have fun! its Digisoria feature allows you to sell and buy items online and have trades with other Sandbox users.

even celebs are in it too. a few in the list are Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson, Chris Tiu and Ramon Bautista. all having their own TV campaigns. Eraserheads are still tied up as you can browse and listen to their songs at Sandbox.

at a special event invite last June 11 at the Bureau Bar at A.Venue, we have witnessed the launch of Sandbox and even got my VIP Pussycat Dolls concert ticket for those who came first 50 at the venue! woot! thanks Sandbox.

AyosDito.ph speaks for itself

the online shopping community has been going around for years now and it provides us comfort to find items with just one click of the mouse. similar shopping sites mostly require sign-up and since it goes global, it might be hard to arrange for the delivery of the items you bought online. if you have something to sell, there's a lot of processes to finish posting your item.


but a new site has made all these problems easier. no sign up needed, you can post your ads easily, and best of all, it's free! www.AyosDito.ph may be the newest online marketplace in the Philippines where you could find the best deals for a wanted item. with customized selection of ads, you don't even have to worry about the delivery problem for you may find your personal gift just within your region! for example, i am looking at the CALABARZON area where i was living, i just have to find my region "CALABARZON" and i will be directed to the marketplace all from CALABARZON.

you can also be very specific with items you want to buy. clothing would be the best seller for both sexes and you can have the results easily. there could have been quite a number of results but with the search bar for your assistance, it wouldn't be a problem.

as i've said, posting ads isn't so much of a problem. if you have services or products which you want to sell, they have the proper Terms and Conditions. and since this is from the Philippines, the sellers and buyers you can encounter are all Filipinos. communication is no boundary here.

June 7, 2009

Mark Herras and Chynna Hortaleza Certified Audistas

Mark Herras and Chynna Hortaleza are crowned certified Audistas on the first Audition Celebrity Dance Battle held on SOP last Sunday, June 7 at the GMA studios. they won over Rainier Castillo teamed with Ryza Cenon at the finals. Php 100,000 were awarded to Mark and Chynna, half of which is to be donated to a selected charity, IP Foundation, also supported by Audistas.


the judging criteria was divided 50-50 among judges and audience votes that kept the finalists upto the finals. other contenders were ultimate survivor JC with Starstruck princess, Yasmien Kurdi and Dominic Roco with Vaness del Moral.

the contest was inspired with the hit game, Audition, were you will play a dance routine -- keyboard based! your fingers will do the dancing to the tunes of our local bands. they also prepared extraordinary dance moves and colorful costumes that are Audition-inspired.

to know more about the game, visit http://www.clubaudition.com.ph

Philips introduces Go Gear Gadgets

the techno-savvy and music-loving people will surely love the new Philips products as it launches 7 new Go Gear products that will provide better quality sound as what Philips has been very proud about. the launch was made last June 6 2009 at the Bonifacio High Street.

to culminate the whole day of gadgets and technology overload, Techie Romantics and Taken by Cars had a blast of their musical talents. just in case you want to be part of Philips and be signed as a new band in town, check http://philipsbandwidth.blogspot.com to get updates of the contest for aspiring bands

these products were the Go Gear MUSE, Go Gear OPUS, Go Gear OPUS, Go Gear VIBE, Go Gear LUXE, Go Gear SPARK, and the Go Gear MIX. they all feature the FullSound feature to give that CD experience into clear MP3 formats. they are all stylish and with a mini and compact design, you can bring it anyway without even thinking about it. they can easily be plugged to your PCs to transfer MP3 files and/or even videos using the USB cord.

the Philips Go Gear Aria

people won in the raffles hosted by Magic 89.9 DJs and they receive Go Gear Gadgets and techno gears to give that Philips entertainment experience.

i have personally experienced the Go Gear Aria. what's fascinating is, i use it to listen to the radio. though it poorly pick up some radio signals in some spots, the sound of my favorite stations are clear.

do you agree with me? try it out also and let your ears decide.

June 5, 2009

the Balangay sails June 24th!

the Philippines is so rich and it's got very interesting history. a part of which is the journey of the first inhabitants of the Philippines. one question might be how did they ever get to the archipelago? an answer is using the Balangay.


Kaya ng Pinoy, Inc. is motivated to recall how our ancestors traveled the seas by rebuilding the Balangay. thru the leadership of Art Valdez, the Balangay has been rebuilt and it is open for the public to see. as some people would thought that this is so ambitious and impossible, it has not stopped Mr. Valdez to rebuild it and now he's ready to sail the seas on June 24 2009.

as for me, i have already ridden it thanks to the invites of Kaya ng Pinoy, Inc. Mr. Art Valdez even relayed to us how our ancestors used natural phenomena as their compass and even traveling tools to get to a destination.

earth has even posted the course of the Balangay as it sets sail on June 24.



June 3, 2009

My First PodCast!

now i have my first podcast! last night after supporting the UNICEF advocacy, the following people have decided to come to the Creativoices studios at Dian St. at Brgy. Bangkal, Makati.

Jonel Uy of http://digitalmanila.blogspot.com
Carl Valenzona of http://beautifultimes.info
Flow Galindez of http://angsawariko.blogspot.com
Sire Arevallo of http://www.sirearevalo.com
Jp Manahan of http://jpmanahan.multiply.com
Omar Itay of http://www.fooditives.info http://www.ohmski.info

a lot of topics have been tackled which are included in our blogs. this was Pinoy Popcast's first episode!
you can download the podcast at http://pinoypopcast.podomatic.com/

DOWNLOAD PODCAST HERE


Pinoy Popcast is hosted by Events Master Azrael and Voice Master Pocholo

RED LEAVES FALLING premiered worldwide

UNICEF and Stairway Foundation premieres the animation Red Leaves Falling at Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium on June 2 2009. this is in line with the campaign against child pornography and trafficking with the aim to push the Bill against the social cancer that goes nationwide and even worldwide.

child pornography and trafficking has been around due to the extreme poverty and due to the advancement in technology, it has become global and unstoppable. but with the continuing efforts of organizations like Stairway Foundation and co-advocates, the passing of the Bill would be a great help and children's lives will be saved.

Red Leaves Falling is just one of the fictions in the compilation “Black Angels, Street Children Realities” written by Monica D. Ray, an advocate against child pornography. she has used the animation tool to deliver the message and educate the ones who are able to see it. as they said, spreading the word can be of great help to stop this problem. without breaking the silence, the social cancer will grow even greater with the ignorance of those who engage to it.

technology has made a great contribution to any sexual activity especially child exploitation. and with every click of the mouse, it means that there is a great demand for it worldwide. the more alarming aspect to that there is no legal action that will stop this. and predators are gaining more of it.

visit Stairway Foundation’s website at www.stairwayfoundation.org or send email through stairway@stairwayfoundation.org. for the complete schedule of activities for the ten-day “Silence is Acceptance” campaign against child pornography, email UNICEF Philippines through mfrancia@unicef.org or call (63)(2)901.01.73.

June 2, 2009

Cebu inmates do the Jai Ho!

after the Thriller triumph and other Michael Jackson hits, the CPDRC (Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center) inmates do the JAI HO! fairness, original version, not the Pussycat Dolls' one.


this was performed last May 30 during their monthly public performance. it's nice to know they are a tourist destination already! i should see one of their performances!

it still involves the main characters, the one who played Michael Jackson now plays Jamal Malik and the other plays Latika. funny!


by byronfgarcia

Light Blue D&G

i don't use any perfume if it doesn't have that musk scent and if it doesn't smell clean. i want my scent to be just like i've came out of the shower. i want it fresh, and with that woody scent that feels like nature. i don't know but it just brings the sexiness in me. lol
but i don't buy myself a perfume. maybe a cologne would do. but for a gift, i would like to receive a Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana for Men bottle. as i've read in some product descriptions that this
is inspired by the sun-drenched summer days and nights of the Mediterranean. This colourful, fresh, floral-fruity scent hints of the sultry, balmy night of the Mediterranean.

perfect for my preferences! i really wish that someone would a bottle to me. this is available online so you can search for it. *wink*

June 1, 2009

Philippine Fashion Week 2009

models pose and hit the ramp of SMX Convention Center for the Philippine Fashion Week 2009 with this year's Holiday theme. this ran from May 26 to June 2. fashion enthusiasts gather up to witness the latest trends in fashion and accessories from premiere Pinoy designers.

i got the chance to see the Premiere D collections from:
Ciege Cagalawan
Delby Bragais
Dimple Lim
Edwin Uy
Kermit Tesoro, and
Norman Noriega.



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