AKO MISMO: Kaya mo 'to

While all eyes were on Pacquiao as he smashed Ricky Hatton right on his jaw, everyone suddenly talked about the hottest news in town - besides the Pacquiao story.

Ako Mismo.

They were flabbergasted, that includes me, when they suddenly saw Ely Buendia, Luis Manzano, Angel Aquino, Charice Pempengco, and Arnel Pineda talked real, talked AKO MISMO.

What is Ako Mismo?

From it's website, Ako Mismo is making a stand, making a choice, making your own decision. Causes that you, yourself, can do with willingness to make a clear, positive difference to yourself, fellowmen, and the country.

With Ako Mismo, you get to choose what commitment you are to do. No commitment is too small as long as you do it with pride, honesty, and nobility.

This is why...

Ako Mismo itatapon ang basura ko sa tamang sisidlan nito.

Ako Mismo boboto para sa pagbabago.

Ako Mismo magbabayad ng tamang buwis sa tamang panahon.

Ako Mismo! Ako Mismo! AKO MISMO!

Kaya ikaw, log on na sa www.akomismo.org para ikaw mismo makatulong sa pagbabago!

Turn RED

Screenshots from Mr. Friendly

Have you ever wondered how it feels to be filthy rich?

You Tube in the persona of RA Rivera makes you feel exactly the way you want to feel it.

What made this very controversial is the fact that RA Rivera agreed to portray such role. I know of RA as that silent type director, but I would never imagine him playing such roles.

Ramon Bautista could have been another option, but RA pulled this off.

I was then caught when Red Mobile suddenly appeared in the video. Now, that's a viral.

One good thing about this viral is it never mentioned the brand. Just a simple appearance and viola, it totally caught my attention.

I just hope this one would really catch everyone's attention.

Here's the link so you could judge it for yourself.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smNazXTNSPs

Enjoy!

Turn RED!

Eco recession out, Swine flu in

From economic recession, comes the swine flu outbreak.

It came so sudden to me.

I was in the middle of my ride to work when Mike Enriquez interviewed this expert regarding the outbreak of Swine Flu in countries like US, Mexico, Canada, etc.

Inquirer then confirmed it today, April 28, 2009, 40 cases have been confirmed in the US, 6 in Canada, and the number continues to grow.

But the questions still lies, what is Swine Flu? How does one get one? Where did it all start?

Swine Flu, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is a respiratory disease common in pigs mainly caused by Type A Influenza virus that normally causes outbreak of influenza in pigs.

Unknown was the reason of its infection to human. However, due to direct exposure to pigs, humans have been infected with the disease causing death.

According to them, one can't be infected through intake of pork. The virus can die at a 160 degrees Fahrenheit as what it usually does with other viruses or bacteria.

The disease is spread via regular or close contact of human beings with pigs - this is common in livestock farms where hogs are usually kept.

But where do we go from here?

I just do hope Filipinos will be take part in the actions that the government is taking to prevent the infection of the disease here in the country.

I mean, nothing really serious has happened in the country yet. But we should be aware and keep our guards high regarding this issue. Like Bird Flu and SARS, this is really something serious that we should focus ourselves into.

This is not just for ourselves.

But for the generations to come.

For you guys...

I don't really need to do this. I know.

But what the heck, here goes nothing.

WARNING: This blog entry is very cheesy.

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I started my first job in an office where everything seems to be a blur image of what I hate the most - numbers. I thought, this isn't what I want. I hate numbers.

But everything changed when I met not just office mates, not just acquaintances, not even just friends, but a family.

I may be leaving.

But one thing's for sure, you guys will always have that special place in my heart that no one ever can replace.

TO MITZI: You made me realize that having fun while literally working is possible. Every laugh, every smile, every jokes we shared will always be a part of me wherever I go. You are not a friend, you are my ate, and you will always remain to be one where life will take me. Thank you so much for the worth-keeping memories and for the genuine friendship you offered with open arms.

TO MS.ELA: How lucky am I to have the coolest boss in town? When I got lost in the midst of numbers and more numbers, you we're there to help. When I got drowned amidst all the hassles and bustles of the industry, you we're there to help. Now tell me, ain't I lucky enough? Thank you so much for the patience and for the encouragement - for pushing me to become the best person I can be.

TO PAPA DON: How fast time flies. I was not under your tutelage, but I learned more than one from you. You were not just a friend to me, you were a father, a brother, a confidant, a mentor. Thank you so much for the words of wisdom you shared to me. I will surely miss the smoke sessions, the laughs, the storytellings, and the backfightings. *wink*

TO MS. MALOU: It was not until I went out when I really realized how light it is to work with someone like you. If there's one thing I'll miss of you, It's how you react with every touch, kiss, and smell I did with you. "Nakakadiri ka," or "Tang inis," - I will never forget those. Though you easily get pressure, thank you for showing me the

TO MS. CATHY: You were a mother to all of us - more than that lady inside the squared office. You were a vulnerable lady yet you showed me how to be strong in this industry. There was more than that smile, there's strength and courage. Thank you so much for believing in me,from I drew courage to face the twists and turns of the industry.

TO KUYA JEFF: I never had a Kuya until you came. I never knew how it felt to have a brother until you came. And as such, I would like to thank you for that. For keeping me company when I needed it. Thank you so much for the hand and the ears you lent me, for the brotherly love, and for the encouragement.

TO LALAINE: You had your own world, and I understand. But keep in mind that in this world, we have to grow, we have to sacrifice things, and we have to seek for knowledge. I do pray and hope that time will come that you will be out there, loud and proud than anyone else. I will surely miss being with you in an oh so quite yet competitive room. See you around Laine.

TO LARA and CAMILLE: There's more than that ladyish look you portray, there's will power. And I admire you guys for that. Thank you for letting me see the true picture there is in this industry. May you continue to be strong enough not for others, but for yourself. I will surely miss you guys.

AND TO AGNES: Hey. It's not yet the end of the world. We will still each other, of that I'm sure. Let me just say that in life, we have to know where we're going, where we're heading. With that, I know you will find your spot here on earth. It my not be now. But soon, it will come. Nes, thank you for the care, the love, the friendship. Thank you so much for loving me just the way I am. I will really miss you.

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This ends my speech, with tears almost falling from my eyes.

I will surely miss you guys.

But we will see each other around. It's a small world after all.

Philippines becoming India

Thanks to Slumdog Millionaire, I have tasted the bitterness of life in India. It was like traveling the country for an hour and a half. 

But this blog is not about what India is, rather, it's about what Philippines has become that I have seen it clearly through Ted Failon's latest issue.

May it be in TV, radio, print, or online, Ted Failon and the death of his wife, Trina Etong, has been the talk of the town for almost two weeks now.

It was a total shock for the media industry and the country, at large. 

And now, as forensic pathologists, hired by the side of Ted Failon, investigate the death, it will continuously be a resounding issue for the family.

But what this blog will talk about is the brutality of the policemen who arrested the alleged suspects, who are relatives of Ted and Trina, minutes before Trina died. Without warrant of arrests, the Quezon City Police Department did such acts which I think is way beyond human rights.

Philippines has become what India is. And the law enforcers are the ones who proved it.

May this be a wake up call for the country, most specially those who enforce laws.

These police people need not brutally arrest the relatives of Ted and Trina - issues can well be settled minus brutality. The family needs a private time in this time of grief, and, I think, the law enforcers should respect this.

Where has your respect gone?

Philippines has become what India is now.

And it will continue to be one with these people.