The Freudian Slip Of A Bacolodnon

March 25, 2012 is World Day of the Unborn. It is easy to disregard the unborn because most of us understand them as nothing but a "ball of cells". With current issues such as "women's rights" and "Feminism" and "Pro-Choice" and "Pro-Life", it is very important to understand and realize the answer to the question, "When Does Human life Really Begin?" Many groups would attempt to answer it in a theological perspective. And then atheist groups would contest that it is never a question about "religion" or "morality". What does science tell us about the beginning of Human life? Is there really a scientific neutral answer to this question? In search for the answer, I came across a scientific paper entitled, "When Does Human Life Begin? A Scientific Perspective". It was written by Dr. Maureen Condic, an Associate Professor of Neurobiology and Anatomy at the University of Utah School of Medicine, w...

Since Jimmy Sieczka's "20 reasons why I dislike The Philippines" video, many Filipinos have been divided on how to react to this viral video. It featured an American citizen living in Cebu City and giving his commentary and observation on the things he disliked about the country (or at least in Cebu City), from potholes to urinating in public places to being served warm beer. While some of his points may be true but exaggerated, Jimmy Sieczka's video should actually be taken as a constructive criticism and an eye opener for everyone, especially our public officials. Anyway, despite this video, I still believe many foreigners, including Jimmy Sieczka himself who admitted in the video that he loves the country, enjoy their stay here in the Philippines. So, I once again searched the youtube world to gather some proofs how foreigners love to experience what it is to be Filipino at least for a day or two. Riding the tricycle: definitely more fun Eating Balut ...

HOW TO BE ALONE by Tanya Davis If you are at first lonely, be patient. If you've not been alone much, or if when you were, you weren't okay with it, then just wait. You'll find it's fine to be alone once you're embracing it. We could start with the acceptable places, the bathroom, the coffee shop, the library. Where you can stall and read the paper, where you can get your caffeine fix and sit and stay there. Where you can browse the stacks and smell the books. You're not supposed to talk much anyway so it's safe there. There's also the gym. If you're shy you could hang out with yourself in mirrors, you could put headphones in (guitar stroke). And there's public transportation, because we all gotta go places. And there's prayer and meditation. No one will think less if you're hanging with your breath seeking peace and salvation. Start simple. Things you may have previously (electric guitar plucking) based on your avoid being ...

Adele is definitely the hottest singer right now. Her songs tell a story and they connect with people. She is definitely a singer to be reckoned with today. Her songs are so popular that every one, talented or not, is trying to cover many of her songs. So, I searched the youtube world and looked around for best covers of Adele songs. Here's my collection of best cover songs of Adele's popular hits. No. 1: Saw these outstanding guys first in Madea's Big Happy Family Stage Play. Very amazing. No. 2: so far, best girl-guy duet cover of this Adele song. No. 3: Like, how old is she? She is just adorable and amazing. No. 4: In my opinion, this is the best cover version of Adele's Set Fire To The Rain No. 5: Okay, if Adele was a guy, she would be this guy right here. Like it? Share it. Get the Share on Facebook widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox ! Not seeing a widget? ( More info )Like it.

I must admit that after almost a year since I disembarked from Voyager of the Seas, I am kind of missing the life at sea. I could still remember the very first day I went aboard this very huge cruise ship while docked in Galveston, Texas. It was almost chaotic at least for me, trying to find my way inside this ship. I remember staying in a passenger's cabin for the first 2 weeks because my own crew cabin was not yet available. The first month was very hard, trying to adjust with my co-workers and the separation from family. It took me perhaps 2 months to really adjust and find my stable ground. I had a great time working onboard the Voyager of the Seas. I would always remember Windjammer, Johnny Rockets, the mess hall and the gym(Take note that out of the 4 unforgettable places, 3 of which are food-related). Sometimes I would dream myself back in the ship, walking along the decks, giving my usual lectures in the Bar or just having a good time with the Filipino mafia during our...

[ View the story "History Made: Filipino Azkals" on Storify ] Congratulations to the Third Place winners of the AFC Challenge Cup 2012. For a basketball-crazy country, Football is definitely making the Filipinos take a second look at this beautiful game. Now, we have something to be proud of again. Like it? Share it. Get the Share on Facebook widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox ! Not seeing a widget? ( More info )Like it.

Last Saturday I trooped back to SM MOA to watch the closing of the Pyromusical International Competition. The last night of the competition featured fireworks from Italy and a special exhibition from the Philippines. Everyone was looking forward to the fireworks musical display from the Philippines but somehow in the middle of the fireworks display something happened that they have to pause the display first and fix the technical glitch. The crowd waited for a good 10 minutes before the fireworks display continued but the momentum was broken already so the feeling wasn't as hyped as when it started. Still it was an amazing display of fireworks both from Italy and the Philippines. The winner of the competition was Canada (which presented their fireworks display a week ago). Like it? Share it. Get the Share on Facebook widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox ! Not seeing a widget? ( More info )Like it.

Interesting discussion in cybersphere regarding the supposed racist remarks of Arnold Clavio, a TV news personality, against the Philippine Azkals Team. By the way, the Philippine Azkals made history yesterday for beating the former AFC Challenge Cup Champions Tajikistan 2-1. They are now in the Semi-Finals (for the first time) of the AFC Challenge Cup and will have to beat Turkmenistan to enter the Finals. [ View the story "Defining Racism" on Storify ] Like it? Share it. Get the Share on Facebook widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox ! Not seeing a widget? ( More info )Like it.

PAGASA officially declares the coming of Summer in the Philippines. I have yet to plan out my summer fun and I am not sure if I can find my steps into the white ivory sands of a beach somewhere. I am sure that I can find time. For now, I am content with daydreaming about the beaches I have visited in the past. How I wish I can be back in one of those beaches, lying on my back with a pineapple juice or root beer on my hand and some good vibes pouring out of my headset. Cozumel, Mexico No Name Bar Poolside, Cozumel, Mexico Seven-Mile Beach, Grand Cayman Dakak, Dapitan, Philippines Night Entertainment at Dakak Boracay, Aklan, Philippines Florida Beach, USA Forest Park Water Resort, Bacolod City, Philippines Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines Like it? Share it. Get the Share on Facebook widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox ! Not seeing a widget? ( More info )Like it.

For the past 3 years, the SM Mall of Asia has been sponsoring the Philippine International Pyromusical Fireworks Competition. For this year, 11 countries participated in this spectacular event happening at SM MOA's By The Bay area every Saturday. Last Saturday, I finally had the chance to watch the show. It was between Australia and Canada. Next Saturday will be the last part of the competition and it will feature fireworks from Italy and the host country, The Philippines. It was definitely a wonderful spectacle to see amazing fireworks display accompanied by heart-pounding music. During the competition between Australia and Canada, I loved Australia's fireworks better although Canada I think gets the pie for having a well-orchestrated music accompaniment. To watch the show, you need to purchase tickets ranging from 100 pesos to 1500 pesos. To avail of seats, you can purchase a 300-pesos worth of ticket. Last Saturday they were giving away discounts (Buy one, get...

Last Wednesday, together with 9 mayors, 10 municipal health officers, representatives from the University of Makati and Zuellig Family Foundation, we paid a visit to the Vice President of the Philippines in his office at the Coconut Palace. As described in Wikipedia, "The Coconut Palace, also known as Tahanang Pilipino (Filipino Home), is the official residence and principal workplace of the Vice President of the Philippines. Located at the CCP Complex, in Pasay, south of the centre of Manila, it was commissioned by former First Lady Imelda Marcos for Pope John Paul II's visit in 1981. However, the pope declined the offer, saying that it was too ostentatious a place to stay while in the poverty-stricken Philippines. The Palace's architect Francisco Mañosa, later claimed that the Coconut Palace - a showpiece on the versatility of the coconut and its viability as an export - was planned long before the Pope even decided to visit the country." It was my first time t...