This week I´m playing with several new supplies in golden tones and green and blue stones.
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My Creative Space: Playing With Golden And Green
This week I´m playing with several new supplies in golden tones and green and blue stones.
Want to see more creative spaces? Visit www.kootoyoo.com
Cabinet members of Noynoy Aquino's Administration
Below are the cabinet members of Noynoy Aquino's Administration, the newly proclaimed President of the Philippines.
Noynoy Aquino Admnistration Cabinet members 2010
Executive Secretary – Paquito “Jojo” Ochoa Jr.
Department of Foreign Affairs – Alberto Romulo
Department of Agriculture – Proceso Alcala
Department of Budget and Management – Florencio “Butch” Abad
Department of Education – Rev. Armin Luistro
Department of Energy – Jose Rene D. Almendras
Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Ramon Paje
Department of Finance – Cesar Purisima
Department of Health – Dr. Enrique Ona
Department of Interior and Local Government – pending (Pres. Noynoy at the moment)
Department of Justice – Leila de Lima
Department of Labor and Employment – Rosalinda Baldoz
Department of Agrarian Reform – Virgilio de los Reyes
Department of National Defense – Voltaire Gazmin
National Economic and Development Authority Director General – Cayetano Paderanga Jr.
Department of Public Works and Highways – Rogelio Singson
Department of Science and Technology – Mario Montejo
Department of Social Welfare and Development – Corazon Soliman
Department of Tourism – Alberto Lim
Department of Trade and Industry – Gregory Domingo
Department of Transportation and Communication – Jose “Ping” de Jesus
Commissioner of the Bureau of Internal Revenue – Kim Jacinto-Henares
Chairman of Commission on Higher Education – Patricia Liguanan
Presidential Legal Counsel – Eduardo de Mesa
Presidential Spokesman – Edwin Lacierda
Presidential Management Staff Chief – Julia Abad
Presidential Adviser on Peace Process – Teresita Deles
Noynoy Aquino Admnistration Cabinet members 2010
Executive Secretary – Paquito “Jojo” Ochoa Jr.
Department of Foreign Affairs – Alberto Romulo
Department of Agriculture – Proceso Alcala
Department of Budget and Management – Florencio “Butch” Abad
Department of Education – Rev. Armin Luistro
Department of Energy – Jose Rene D. Almendras
Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Ramon Paje
Department of Finance – Cesar Purisima
Department of Health – Dr. Enrique Ona
Department of Interior and Local Government – pending (Pres. Noynoy at the moment)
Department of Justice – Leila de Lima
Department of Labor and Employment – Rosalinda Baldoz
Department of Agrarian Reform – Virgilio de los Reyes
Department of National Defense – Voltaire Gazmin
National Economic and Development Authority Director General – Cayetano Paderanga Jr.
Department of Public Works and Highways – Rogelio Singson
Department of Science and Technology – Mario Montejo
Department of Social Welfare and Development – Corazon Soliman
Department of Tourism – Alberto Lim
Department of Trade and Industry – Gregory Domingo
Department of Transportation and Communication – Jose “Ping” de Jesus
Commissioner of the Bureau of Internal Revenue – Kim Jacinto-Henares
Chairman of Commission on Higher Education – Patricia Liguanan
Presidential Legal Counsel – Eduardo de Mesa
Presidential Spokesman – Edwin Lacierda
Presidential Management Staff Chief – Julia Abad
Presidential Adviser on Peace Process – Teresita Deles
Noel Cabangon Sings in Noynoy's Inauguration
Noel Cabangon Sings in Noynoy's Inauguration, he sang two songs. One of which is his popular song entitled "Kanlungan".
WHO IS NOEL CABANGON?
Noel, who started his career as a folk singer in the '80s can be credited to bringing to a wider audience the now-popular acoustic music scene. But it would be unfair to box Noel in the acoustic room.
He can offer so much more than that.
Recently, taking some time off his hectic schedule, Noel helped gather support for clean energy when he asked for signatures from the Glorietta mallers and their peers. The petition called on the national government to ensure that renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and biomass supply 10% of the country’s power by 2010.
He also filmed a 15-second TV spot declaring his stand on clean energy and encouraging more Filipinos to support the campaign and embrace clean energy while saying no to dirty, toxic sources like coal.
Noel is one of the celebrities who actively campaigns for clean energy as the Greenpeace flagship Rainbow Warrior comes to Asia for its Clean Energy Revolution Tour.
WHO IS NOEL CABANGON?
Noel, who started his career as a folk singer in the '80s can be credited to bringing to a wider audience the now-popular acoustic music scene. But it would be unfair to box Noel in the acoustic room.
He can offer so much more than that.
Recently, taking some time off his hectic schedule, Noel helped gather support for clean energy when he asked for signatures from the Glorietta mallers and their peers. The petition called on the national government to ensure that renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and biomass supply 10% of the country’s power by 2010.
He also filmed a 15-second TV spot declaring his stand on clean energy and encouraging more Filipinos to support the campaign and embrace clean energy while saying no to dirty, toxic sources like coal.
Noel is one of the celebrities who actively campaigns for clean energy as the Greenpeace flagship Rainbow Warrior comes to Asia for its Clean Energy Revolution Tour.
Charice Pempengco Sings Lupang Hinirang in Noynoy Aquino Inauguration
Charice Pempengco sang the Lupang Hinirang in Noynoy Aquino Inauguration this Wednesday, June 30 2010. She performed based on the original rendition of the song.
Below is the actual video of Charice Pempengco singing the Philippine national anthem in NoyNoy's Inauguration
Below is the actual video of Charice Pempengco singing the Philippine national anthem in NoyNoy's Inauguration
NoyNoy Aquino Inaugural Speech | Inauguration Speech
Benigno Aquino (Noynoy Aquino) was on Wednesday sworn in as president of the Philippines amid joyous celebrations and desperate hopes he will usher in a new era of clean government for the corruption-wracked nation.
Police said up to 500,000 people, many of them wearing the Aquino family's signature yellow, turned up for the festival-style inauguration ceremony at a seaside park in Manila.
NOYNOY AQUINO INAUGURAL SPEECH
The crowd roared and waved yellow flags as the 50-year-old bachelor Aquino, wearing a traditional Filpino "barong" shirt, took his oath in front of a Supreme Court judge.
In a 22-minute inaugural speech, Aquino vowed to honor his parents' legacy of democracy, and promised a better Philipppines as his own legacy.
"My parents sought nothing less and died for nothing less than democracy, peace and prosperity. I am blessed by this legacy. I shall carry the torch forward," he said. "Ang layunin ko sa buhay ay simple lang: maging tapat sa aking mga magulang at sa bayan bilang isang marangal na anak, mabait na kuya, at mabuting mamamayan."
"Layunin ko na sa pagbaba ko sa katungkulan, masasabi ng lahat na malayo na ang narating natin sa pagtahak ng tuwid na landas at mas maganda na ang kinabukasang ipapamana natin sa susunod na henerasyon. Samahan ninyo ako sa pagtatapos ng laban na ito. Tayo na sa tuwid na landas."
Aquino reiterated his campaign promise to curb corruption and practice good governance.
"Ang mandatong ito ay isa kung saan kayo at ang inyong pangulo ay nagkasundo para sa pagbabago - isang paninindigan na ipinangako ko noong kampanya at tinanggap ninyo noong araw ng halalan. Sigaw natin noong kampanya: 'Kung walang corrupt, walang mahirap.' Hindi lamang ito pang slogan o pang poster - ito ang mga prinsipyong tinatayuan at nagsisilbing batayan ng ating administrasyon," he said.
"Sa tulong ng wastong pamamahala sa mga darating na taon, maiibsan din ang marami nating problema. Ang tadhana ng Pilipino ay babalik sa tamang kalagayan, na sa bawat taon pabawas ng pabawas ang problema ng Pinoy na nagsusumikap at may kasiguruhan sila na magiging tuloy-tuloy na ang pagbuti ng kanilang sitwasyon."
Aquino said clean and honest governanace will start with him and his Cabinet.
"Ang unang hakbang ay ang pagkakaroon ng tuwid at tapat na hanay ng mga pinuno. Magsisimula ito sa akin. Sisikapin kong maging isang mabuting ehemplo. Hinding hindi ko sasayangin ang tiwalang ipinagkaloob ninyo sa akin. Sisiguraduhin ko na ganito rin ang adhikain ng aking Gabinete at ng mga magiging kasama sa ating pamahalaan," he said.
"Naniniwala akong hindi lahat ng nagsisilbi sa gobyerno ay corrupt. Sa katunayan, mas marami sa kanila ay tapat. Pinili nilang maglingkod sa gobyerno upang gumawa ng kabutihan. Ngayon, magkakaroon na sila ng pagkakataong magpakitang-gilas. Inaasahan natin sila sa pagsupil ng korapsyon sa loob mismo ng burukrasya."
Aquino also said he would revive his mother's emergency employment program, which succeeded in generating economic growth during her term.
"Bubuhayin natin ang programang "emergency employment" ng dating pangulong Corazon Aquino sa pagtatayo ng mga bagong imprastraktura na ito. Ito ay magbibigay ng trabaho sa mga local na komunidad at makakatulong sa pagpapalago ng kanila at ng ating ekonomiya," he said.
He also promised to clean up the two key revenue generating agencies of government: the Bureau of Customs and Bureau of Internal Revenue.
"Hindi kami magiging sanhi ng inyong pasakit at perwisyo. Palalakasin natin ang koleksyon at pupuksain natin ang korapsyon sa Kawanihan ng Rentas Internas at Bureau of Customs para mapondohan natin ang ating mga hinahangad para sa lahat," he said.
Higher proceeds from tax collections will go to quality education, health care, and housing.
In response to persistent problems of red tape, Aquino vowed to set up a predictable place for investors.
"We will be a predictable and consistent place for investment, a nation where everyone will say, 'it all works.'," he said. "Walang lamangan, walang padrino at walang pagnanakaw. Walang wang-wang, walang counterflow, walang tong. Panahon na upang tayo ay muling magkawang-gawa."
"Gagawin nating kaaya-aya sa negosyante ang ating bansa. We will cut red tape dramatically and implement stable economic policies. We will level the playing field for investors and make government an enabler, not a hindrance, to business. Sa ganitong paraan lamang natin mapupunan ang kakulangan ng trabaho para sa ating mga mamamayan."
Aquino also announced that he would scrutinize the "midnight appointments" issued by Mrs. Arroyo.
"Sa mga itinalaga sa paraang labag sa batas, ito ang aking babala: sisimulan natin ang pagbabalik ng tiwala sa pamamagitan ng pag-usisa sa mga 'midnight appointments.' Sana ay magsilbi itong babala sa mga nag-iisip na ipagpatuloy ang baluktot na kalakarang nakasanayan na ng marami," he said.
He also promised to prioritize poverty alleviation and improve services for farmers.
"Ang ating pangunahing tungkulin ay ang magsikap na maiangat ang bansa mula sa kahirapan, sa pamamagitan ng pagpapairal ng katapatan at mabuting pamamalakad sa pamahalaan," he said.
"Kung dati ay may fertilizer scam, ngayon ay may kalinga na para sa mga magsasaka. Tutulungan natin sila sa irigasyon, extension services, at sa pagbenta ng kanilang produkto sa pinakamataas na presyong maaari," he said.
"Inaatasan natin si Secretary Alcala na magtayo ng mga trading centers kung saan diretso na ang magsasaka sa mamimili - lalaktawan natin ang gitna, kasama na ang kotong cop. Sa ganitong paraan, ang dating napupunta sa gitna ay maari nang paghatian ng magsasaka at mamimili."
He also said he would continue the policy of peaceful settlement of conflicts in Mindanao.
"My government will be sincere in dealing with all the peoples of Mindanao. We are committed to a peaceful and just settlement of conflicts, inclusive of the interests of all - may they be Lumads, Bangsamoro or Christian.
"I think he can reduce corruption and improve governance," high school teacher Terlito Malaya, 52, said as he waited for Aquino to be sworn in.
"Poverty is also a very big problem and needs a permanent solution... but no-one should think right now that he will fail."
Aquino rode to the country's biggest election victory on May 10 on a pledge to fight woeful graft and poverty that he said thrived during the nearly 10-year reign of outgoing president Gloria Arroyo.
Another crucial factor was his status as the son of Philippine democracy heroes Benigno and Corazon Aquino, who remain revered for their efforts to overthrow dictator Ferdinand Marcos.
His mother, Corazon, earned a reputation as an incorruptible leader during her six-year term as president following the "people power" revolution that toppled Marcos in 1986.
Her death from cancer last year reignited national support for the family, which in turn lifted her son from political lightweight after 11 years as a low-profile member of parliament to presidential frontrunner.
Aquino admitted to feeling some anxiety on Tuesday as he named his cabinet and put the finishing touches to his first speech as president, in which he will outline how he intends to get the job done over his six-year term.
"It will be what sets the goalposts," he said of the speech, which will air live on national television.
His speech was due to take place shortly after the swearing in ceremony.
After promising to eradicate poverty during the campaign, Aquino has been careful to play down expectations, insisting that he is not Superman and that he is hoping to merely lay a solid foundation for his successor in 2016.
However he has also announced some headline-grabbing initiatives, including on Tuesday naming a retired Supreme Court chief justice to lead a Truth Commission that will probe and possibly prosecute Arroyo for alleged graft.
Aquino also pledged to scrutinise every project listed in the national budget to make sure taxpayers money is not being lost to corruption, adding he suspected Arroyo had painted a falsely optimistic picture of the economy.
"The first order of business will be for everybody (in the cabinet) to review their particular areas of concern," Aquino said Tuesday.
"We will have to study the lay of the land, study what the conditions are bereft of political spin."
Amid this backdrop, a fascinating part of Wednesday's events saw Aquino escort Arroyo in a limousine from the presidential palace to the Rizal Park venue for the oathtaking ceremony and transfer of power.
They shook hands and smiled for the press cameras at the presidential palace, but Aquino avoided making eye contact in their awkward encounter.
Aquino also said Tuesday he wanted peace talks to end decades-long communist and Muslim separatist insurgencies.
Another priority was to improve a judicial system where just 18 percent of criminal cases lead to convictions and a court verdict takes six years.
"Justice is really an aspiration rather than a reality," he said.
credit: CES
In a 22-minute inaugural speech, Aquino vowed to honor his parents' legacy of democracy, and promised a better Philipppines as his own legacy.
"My parents sought nothing less and died for nothing less than democracy, peace and prosperity. I am blessed by this legacy. I shall carry the torch forward," he said. "Ang layunin ko sa buhay ay simple lang: maging tapat sa aking mga magulang at sa bayan bilang isang marangal na anak, mabait na kuya, at mabuting mamamayan."
"Layunin ko na sa pagbaba ko sa katungkulan, masasabi ng lahat na malayo na ang narating natin sa pagtahak ng tuwid na landas at mas maganda na ang kinabukasang ipapamana natin sa susunod na henerasyon. Samahan ninyo ako sa pagtatapos ng laban na ito. Tayo na sa tuwid na landas."
Aquino reiterated his campaign promise to curb corruption and practice good governance.
"Ang mandatong ito ay isa kung saan kayo at ang inyong pangulo ay nagkasundo para sa pagbabago - isang paninindigan na ipinangako ko noong kampanya at tinanggap ninyo noong araw ng halalan. Sigaw natin noong kampanya: 'Kung walang corrupt, walang mahirap.' Hindi lamang ito pang slogan o pang poster - ito ang mga prinsipyong tinatayuan at nagsisilbing batayan ng ating administrasyon," he said.
"Sa tulong ng wastong pamamahala sa mga darating na taon, maiibsan din ang marami nating problema. Ang tadhana ng Pilipino ay babalik sa tamang kalagayan, na sa bawat taon pabawas ng pabawas ang problema ng Pinoy na nagsusumikap at may kasiguruhan sila na magiging tuloy-tuloy na ang pagbuti ng kanilang sitwasyon."
Aquino said clean and honest governanace will start with him and his Cabinet.
"Ang unang hakbang ay ang pagkakaroon ng tuwid at tapat na hanay ng mga pinuno. Magsisimula ito sa akin. Sisikapin kong maging isang mabuting ehemplo. Hinding hindi ko sasayangin ang tiwalang ipinagkaloob ninyo sa akin. Sisiguraduhin ko na ganito rin ang adhikain ng aking Gabinete at ng mga magiging kasama sa ating pamahalaan," he said.
"Naniniwala akong hindi lahat ng nagsisilbi sa gobyerno ay corrupt. Sa katunayan, mas marami sa kanila ay tapat. Pinili nilang maglingkod sa gobyerno upang gumawa ng kabutihan. Ngayon, magkakaroon na sila ng pagkakataong magpakitang-gilas. Inaasahan natin sila sa pagsupil ng korapsyon sa loob mismo ng burukrasya."
Aquino also said he would revive his mother's emergency employment program, which succeeded in generating economic growth during her term.
"Bubuhayin natin ang programang "emergency employment" ng dating pangulong Corazon Aquino sa pagtatayo ng mga bagong imprastraktura na ito. Ito ay magbibigay ng trabaho sa mga local na komunidad at makakatulong sa pagpapalago ng kanila at ng ating ekonomiya," he said.
He also promised to clean up the two key revenue generating agencies of government: the Bureau of Customs and Bureau of Internal Revenue.
"Hindi kami magiging sanhi ng inyong pasakit at perwisyo. Palalakasin natin ang koleksyon at pupuksain natin ang korapsyon sa Kawanihan ng Rentas Internas at Bureau of Customs para mapondohan natin ang ating mga hinahangad para sa lahat," he said.
Higher proceeds from tax collections will go to quality education, health care, and housing.
In response to persistent problems of red tape, Aquino vowed to set up a predictable place for investors.
"We will be a predictable and consistent place for investment, a nation where everyone will say, 'it all works.'," he said. "Walang lamangan, walang padrino at walang pagnanakaw. Walang wang-wang, walang counterflow, walang tong. Panahon na upang tayo ay muling magkawang-gawa."
"Gagawin nating kaaya-aya sa negosyante ang ating bansa. We will cut red tape dramatically and implement stable economic policies. We will level the playing field for investors and make government an enabler, not a hindrance, to business. Sa ganitong paraan lamang natin mapupunan ang kakulangan ng trabaho para sa ating mga mamamayan."
Aquino also announced that he would scrutinize the "midnight appointments" issued by Mrs. Arroyo.
"Sa mga itinalaga sa paraang labag sa batas, ito ang aking babala: sisimulan natin ang pagbabalik ng tiwala sa pamamagitan ng pag-usisa sa mga 'midnight appointments.' Sana ay magsilbi itong babala sa mga nag-iisip na ipagpatuloy ang baluktot na kalakarang nakasanayan na ng marami," he said.
He also promised to prioritize poverty alleviation and improve services for farmers.
"Ang ating pangunahing tungkulin ay ang magsikap na maiangat ang bansa mula sa kahirapan, sa pamamagitan ng pagpapairal ng katapatan at mabuting pamamalakad sa pamahalaan," he said.
"Kung dati ay may fertilizer scam, ngayon ay may kalinga na para sa mga magsasaka. Tutulungan natin sila sa irigasyon, extension services, at sa pagbenta ng kanilang produkto sa pinakamataas na presyong maaari," he said.
"Inaatasan natin si Secretary Alcala na magtayo ng mga trading centers kung saan diretso na ang magsasaka sa mamimili - lalaktawan natin ang gitna, kasama na ang kotong cop. Sa ganitong paraan, ang dating napupunta sa gitna ay maari nang paghatian ng magsasaka at mamimili."
He also said he would continue the policy of peaceful settlement of conflicts in Mindanao.
"My government will be sincere in dealing with all the peoples of Mindanao. We are committed to a peaceful and just settlement of conflicts, inclusive of the interests of all - may they be Lumads, Bangsamoro or Christian.
"I think he can reduce corruption and improve governance," high school teacher Terlito Malaya, 52, said as he waited for Aquino to be sworn in.
"Poverty is also a very big problem and needs a permanent solution... but no-one should think right now that he will fail."
Aquino rode to the country's biggest election victory on May 10 on a pledge to fight woeful graft and poverty that he said thrived during the nearly 10-year reign of outgoing president Gloria Arroyo.
Another crucial factor was his status as the son of Philippine democracy heroes Benigno and Corazon Aquino, who remain revered for their efforts to overthrow dictator Ferdinand Marcos.
His mother, Corazon, earned a reputation as an incorruptible leader during her six-year term as president following the "people power" revolution that toppled Marcos in 1986.
Her death from cancer last year reignited national support for the family, which in turn lifted her son from political lightweight after 11 years as a low-profile member of parliament to presidential frontrunner.
Aquino admitted to feeling some anxiety on Tuesday as he named his cabinet and put the finishing touches to his first speech as president, in which he will outline how he intends to get the job done over his six-year term.
"It will be what sets the goalposts," he said of the speech, which will air live on national television.
His speech was due to take place shortly after the swearing in ceremony.
After promising to eradicate poverty during the campaign, Aquino has been careful to play down expectations, insisting that he is not Superman and that he is hoping to merely lay a solid foundation for his successor in 2016.
However he has also announced some headline-grabbing initiatives, including on Tuesday naming a retired Supreme Court chief justice to lead a Truth Commission that will probe and possibly prosecute Arroyo for alleged graft.
Aquino also pledged to scrutinise every project listed in the national budget to make sure taxpayers money is not being lost to corruption, adding he suspected Arroyo had painted a falsely optimistic picture of the economy.
"The first order of business will be for everybody (in the cabinet) to review their particular areas of concern," Aquino said Tuesday.
"We will have to study the lay of the land, study what the conditions are bereft of political spin."
Amid this backdrop, a fascinating part of Wednesday's events saw Aquino escort Arroyo in a limousine from the presidential palace to the Rizal Park venue for the oathtaking ceremony and transfer of power.
They shook hands and smiled for the press cameras at the presidential palace, but Aquino avoided making eye contact in their awkward encounter.
Aquino also said Tuesday he wanted peace talks to end decades-long communist and Muslim separatist insurgencies.
Another priority was to improve a judicial system where just 18 percent of criminal cases lead to convictions and a court verdict takes six years.
"Justice is really an aspiration rather than a reality," he said.
credit: CES
Not Enough Time... {Photo Mosaic}
1. Alice in Wonderland: White Rabbit - Who Killed Time?, 2. The Passage of Time, 3. Time..., 4. as time goes by ...
I wish some days would have more than 24 hours... So much to do, so little time...
See more mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com
Happy Tuesday! :)
Kris Aquino Leaved "The Buzz"
Kris Aquino officially leaved her show in ABS CBN every Sunday "The Buzz". June 13, 1999 when she officially began her journey with The Buzz and it ended last June 27, 2010. The set was dramatic in ambiance as Kris had her farewell with Boy Abunda.
"I just don't want to be a burden," bungad ni Kris. "I didn't want na my stay here could have a negative effect on my brother. And I didn't feel na my personal life or my personal views should have an effect on him. On Wednesday [June 30] is the day na inaasahan nating lahat na may mga pagbabago, may mga magandang mangyayari, the day for the Philippines to hope again."
"I just don't want to be a burden," bungad ni Kris. "I didn't want na my stay here could have a negative effect on my brother. And I didn't feel na my personal life or my personal views should have an effect on him. On Wednesday [June 30] is the day na inaasahan nating lahat na may mga pagbabago, may mga magandang mangyayari, the day for the Philippines to hope again."
Lovely Browns {Moodboard}
This week, I found these amazing brown ieces, handmade by wonderful European artisans. I hope you will enjoy them :)
PARIS - One Of A Kind Couture Headband - Gold Silk Satin with Vintage Rhinestones
Circular Rainbow Hippie Vest
Swallow. embroidered decorative pillow
Callia - Canvas and Leather Hobo Bag - SALE
More moodboards at www.fleurfatale.blogspot.com
And, as every Monday lately, here I show you the design I entered for the European Street Team Challenge, hoste by the fantastic SoleDeVita
Happy Monday! :)
Jaimes Reid | PBB Teen Clash Big Winner
Teen-ternational housemate James Reid was proclaimed the Big Winner of Pinoy Big Brother Teen Clash of 2010 last night, June 26. The finale of ABS-CBN's reality show was held at the Ynares Sports Complex in Antipolo City.
The Dashing Dude from Australia got 19.75 percent of the total votes followed by Ryan Bang (18.7 percent), Fretzie Bercede (15.99 percent), Devon Seron (15.74 percent), Ivan Dorschner (15.14 percent), and Bret Jackson (14.68 percent).
James, Ryan, and Bret are the teen-ternational housemates, while Fretzie, Devon, and Ivan are the Pinoy housemates; although Ivan is half-American.
James took home P1 million cash, a condo unit worth P3 million, a water-refilling franchise worth P1.5 million, an Asian trip for two, and a 46-inch LCD television.
Stay tune for the next edition of PBB.
The Dashing Dude from Australia got 19.75 percent of the total votes followed by Ryan Bang (18.7 percent), Fretzie Bercede (15.99 percent), Devon Seron (15.74 percent), Ivan Dorschner (15.14 percent), and Bret Jackson (14.68 percent).
James, Ryan, and Bret are the teen-ternational housemates, while Fretzie, Devon, and Ivan are the Pinoy housemates; although Ivan is half-American.
Stay tune for the next edition of PBB.
How to boost the signal of iPhone 4?
If you already bought iphone 4 and still having problems in its signal reception, I have here short tips to boosts its signal.
TIPS TO BOOST IPHONE 4 SIGNAL
1. Don't hardly press/touch the lower left corner of iphone 4, cause the signal indicator lies on that side.
2. Reset the iphone.
3. Reset the network settings.
4. Give your iphone full charge.
5. Use a Signal Booster.
6. If you are still experiencing iphone 4 signal malfunction, Go to the nearest iphone store and inquire.
TIPS TO BOOST IPHONE 4 SIGNAL
1. Don't hardly press/touch the lower left corner of iphone 4, cause the signal indicator lies on that side.
2. Reset the iphone.
3. Reset the network settings.
4. Give your iphone full charge.
5. Use a Signal Booster.
6. If you are still experiencing iphone 4 signal malfunction, Go to the nearest iphone store and inquire.
iPhone 4 Signal Issue | Signal Indicator Errors
Have you already purchased iPhone 4 and still having problems with its signal Strength? Yeah, that's not a problem according to some blogs and statements released by apple, but continuously became an issue after the release of the newest product of Apple, the Iphone 4.
Some users reported the above mentioned issue with their newly bought iphone 4 cellular signals appearing to degrade/ decrease when holding the lower left portion of their iPhone. While not all users have been able to reproduce the problem, it does seem to be fairly widespread. In order to avoid this signal interruption, just avoid touching the lower left corner of this iphone 4.
You may also want to watch the video below concerning the apple's newly released product glitch.
Some users reported the above mentioned issue with their newly bought iphone 4 cellular signals appearing to degrade/ decrease when holding the lower left portion of their iPhone. While not all users have been able to reproduce the problem, it does seem to be fairly widespread. In order to avoid this signal interruption, just avoid touching the lower left corner of this iphone 4.
You may also want to watch the video below concerning the apple's newly released product glitch.
Iphone 4 released in US, France, Germany and Japan
iPhone 4 finally released in four different countries despite earlier problems in reception issues, the iPhone 4 has had a successful launch worldwide big iPhone fans. Japan was the first country to see the iPhone 4 go on sale and over 300 people lined up at the flagship store for Softbank, the iPhone 4's Japanese mobile carrier. Softbank sold out of the iPhone 4 by early afternoon.
France, Germany, and the UK were the next to launch the iPhone 4 and just followed by the U.S. East coast. The lines of iphone 4 fans were too long that what was expected. Our own local Apple Store (Richmond, VA) reports their longest lines for any iPhone launch.
ABS-CBN Overtakes GMA in Mega Manila
ABS CBN overtaken GMA in mega manila. ABS continued its winning streak after sustaining its lead in the national, Mega Manila, and Metro Manila television ratings for the first 2 weeks of this month.
Data from Kantar Media (formerly Taylor Nelson Sofres) showed that ABS-CBN garnered 44% audience share versus GMA 7's 30% from June 1 to 14.
Mega Manila was also going Kapamilya after ABS-CBN got 36% audience share, or 3 percentage points higher than GMA's 33%. Year-on-year, ABS-CBN's audience share in Mega Manila grew by 8 percentage points from 35.2% in June 2009, while GMA's audience share lost 7 percentage points from 40% percent in June 2009.
Data from Kantar Media (formerly Taylor Nelson Sofres) showed that ABS-CBN garnered 44% audience share versus GMA 7's 30% from June 1 to 14.
Mega Manila was also going Kapamilya after ABS-CBN got 36% audience share, or 3 percentage points higher than GMA's 33%. Year-on-year, ABS-CBN's audience share in Mega Manila grew by 8 percentage points from 35.2% in June 2009, while GMA's audience share lost 7 percentage points from 40% percent in June 2009.
My Creative Space: Butterflies
On my table this week, a lot of mettalic butterflies, ready to be used in a couple of projects I have in mind.
Also, I´m working on improving my photography and I´ve been taking some new pictures of this ring :
For more creative spaces, visit: www.kootoyoo.comHappy crafting! :)
Nescafe Philippines Samalamig ipad Winners 2010
Last month, Nescafe Philippines had their contest called "Nescafe Philippines Samalamig contest" featuring photos containing their summer product called Nescafe Classic Samalamig. After months of waiting, they finally revealed the winners of the said contest. Below are the photos of the winners of the Nescafe Philippines. Stay tune in this blog for the future Nescafe Philippines online contest.
Below are the top 3 winners of Nescafe Philippines Samalamig Contest
Charice Pempengco Got it to "Glee"
Charice finally got it to Glee. Charice will play the role of a foreign exchange student whose killer vocals get lead star Rachel contemplating murder. The pint-sized singer will start taping for the series next month
"Glee" is an hour-long comedy series that follows an optimistic high school teacher as he tries to reignite his passion while working with a group of outcasts to revive the fortunes of the school's glee club.
"Glee" is an hour-long comedy series that follows an optimistic high school teacher as he tries to reignite his passion while working with a group of outcasts to revive the fortunes of the school's glee club.
Food! {Photo Mosaic}
1. Strobist Bootcamp Food Assignment, 2. 239/365: Unknown Eaten Food! [EXPLORED], 3. Street Food - Spicy Vegetable Noodles, 4. Food is our common ground, a universal experience
I love trying new dishes and I´m always buying cooking books and gathering recipes from friends or internet. So here is my food mosaic today.
If you enjoy cooking, you can find several recipes I have posted here.
See more mosaics at: http://www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com/
PBB Teen Clash 2010 Big Winner
PBB Teen Clash Big Night will be held on Ynares Sports Complex at Antipolo Rizal on June 12, 2010. Who will be the one to follow the footsteps of Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu? Well, Just tune in for more news about PBB Teen Clash. The Big Night will be hosted by its original Hosts, Toni Gonzaga, Bianca Gonzales and Mariel Rodriguez.
Office Decor {Moodboard}
Since I´ve been spending a lot of time inside my office working this week, I´ve been thinking in changing the decoration and I found some pretty ideas made by the European Street Team artisans. Here are a few:Phoenix - Wall Decoration
Butterfly Hook
Have More Fun - 8 x 10 Print - Home Decor - Wall Decor - Wall hanging
Natural stone magnolia paper weight
For more moodboards, visit: www.fleurfatale.blogspot.com
Also, I´d like to show you my entry for this week´s EST Challenge: "Punk", hosted by the wonderful Nathalie (a.k.a. Dinafragola).
Here´s the necklace I made:
Have a wonderful week! :)
CHARICE PEMPENGCO | Inauguration singer of Philippine National Anthem
A battle between Charice Pempengco and Arnel Pineda. According to Aquino's sister, actress-host Kris Aquino-Yap, the task of singing the national anthem during the inauguration is a toss-up between Journey lead vocalist Arnel Pineda and singing sensation Charice.
Aquino-Yap said she has requested the inaugural committee to include a popular singer to join the Philippine Madrigal Singers in performing the national anthem.
June 30 2010 is considered holiday, declared by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.
Aquino-Yap said she has requested the inaugural committee to include a popular singer to join the Philippine Madrigal Singers in performing the national anthem.
June 30 2010 is considered holiday, declared by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.
My Creative Space: Crystals
On my desk this week, a lot of little crystals ready to make earrings and rings.
Also, I´ve been working on a few custom orders like the ones shown in this picture:
The Artist Behind The Shop: Ann Bernadette
This week, I would like to introduce you to the lovely Monica Ann Bernadette and her beautiful work.When did you start crafting?
I can't remember starting to craft. But I can remember the endless projects I had in my room with glue, dixie cups, and kabob sticks as a very small child. By 5th grade I was selling hemp necklaces to my entire 5th grade class. I would have just given them away instead of selling them, but my parents made me start funding this expensive hobby, so I had no choice. That was shut down shortly after it began though, apparently the administrators didn't think elementary school was an appropriate place for business.
What was your motivation?As a child my art was my entertainment. In college it became a way to decompress and take my mind of school. Now as an adult, it has been the motivation to love waking up for work in the morning.
Which one of your designs makes you feel prouder of yourself?
The Philanthropy Ring ( http://www.etsy.com/listing/48598603/philanthropy-ring-handmade-5-dollars ). I have a bachelor's degree in Finance. I studied this with the intention of working with developing countries, and I spent the greater part of 2010 in Nicaragua with a micro finance institution working with people in poverty and Kiva.org. Besides crafting and art, my passion lies in Latin America and philanthropy. I came back from Nicaragua inspired to put all my efforts into my crafts, but felt torn away from giving back. My philanthropy ring is the start to blending my two passions.
What kind of things inspires you?
Lately, I can't get enough of colors. And the outdoors.
Do you have any favorite book, movie, comic, etc?
Books:
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
A Primate's Memoir by Robert M. Sapolsky
Autobiographies are also fun to read, I love picturing them form the thoughts and write the words I see in front of me.
Movies:I like romantic comedies when I'm feeling positive about my relationship status, and horror films all the other times :)
Which one and why is it your favorite?
I'll declare A Primate's Memoir as my favorite because I will bet you haven't read it. It is hilarious, and I love anything in life that can make me smile and laugh out loud (even when alone in public), whether it people, movies, or books. It's a pretty straight forward standard.Can I have two favorites? Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance reminded me that art is in everything we do, and to make something well is to really care about it, and to meditate in the process so it is of quality.
Is there a place you’ve visited that left a big impression in you?
Managua, Nicaragua. I worked in a micro finance institution helping establish a strong connection between lenders, borrowers, institution staff, and kiva.org itself. Our clients were all Nicaraguans in poverty. Everyday was an eye opening and inspiring experience. My heart is still in that country.
Would you like to share any advice with your fellow artists?Never stop learning. Life is ever changing, so keep your mind active, your prejudices refutable, and your heart open. Those creative juices will just keep flowing.
Where can people find you? (Blog, twitter, Facebook...)
Facebook: Ann Bernadette
Twitter: AnnBernadette
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Thank you very much dear Monica!
Don´t forget to visit her lovely shop :)
Noah - ABS-CBN | Zaijan Jaranilla | Piolo Pascual
Fanatics of Santino? Zaijan Jaranilla and Piolo Pascual of ABS CBN? They will be at our primetime again. After the award-winning program “May Bukas Pa,” child wonder Zaijan Jaranilla, popularly known as “Santino,” is making a television comeback.
He is set to capture the hearts of Filipinos anew via his upcoming television show titled "Noah." He will star alongside hunk actor Piolo Pascual.
The new programs will be launched in the second half of this year. Reports said Jolo Revilla, Kristine Hemosa, Carmen Soo and Diether Ocampo will be part of Noah.
He is set to capture the hearts of Filipinos anew via his upcoming television show titled "Noah." He will star alongside hunk actor Piolo Pascual.
The new programs will be launched in the second half of this year. Reports said Jolo Revilla, Kristine Hemosa, Carmen Soo and Diether Ocampo will be part of Noah.
Butterflies {Photo Mosaic}
1. Spicebush Swallowtail Butterfly, 2. Blue Morpho Butterfly, 3. ~ Butterfly ~ " What Wingspan " ? ~, 4. Blue butterfly
I love butterflies, so colorful and pretty. That´s why I chose this them for my mosaic today.
Want to see more mosaics? Visit www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com
Happy Tuesday! :)
FHM Top 10 Sexiest Women in the World 2010
In the June 15 2010 voting deadline for the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World , it Cristine Reyes rises to the second spot in the partial and unofficial tally, putting Marian Rivera in the third spot and Angel Locsin still at No. 1.
Below is the partial and unofficial tally of this year's Top Ten Sexiest Women:
1. Angel Locsin
2. Cristine Reyes
3. Marian Rivera
4. Iwa Moto
5. Erich Gonzales
6. Katrina Halili
7. Angelica Panganiban
8. Ehra Madrigal
9. Bangs Garcia
10. Regine Velasquez
Below is the partial and unofficial tally of this year's Top Ten Sexiest Women:
1. Angel Locsin
2. Cristine Reyes
3. Marian Rivera
4. Iwa Moto
5. Erich Gonzales
6. Katrina Halili
7. Angelica Panganiban
8. Ehra Madrigal
9. Bangs Garcia
10. Regine Velasquez
Pilipinas Got Talent Grand Winner | Jovit Baldivino Video
He got it, Jovit Baldivino is the Pilipinas Got Talent 1st Grand Winner. With his own rendition of Too Much Love will Kill You by Queen, Jovit out stand in Araneta Coliseum. Jovit became known from his extra ordinary voice and simple life being a siomai vendor.
Check out the video of Jovit Baldivino in Araneta Coliseum
Check out the video of Jovit Baldivino in Araneta Coliseum
Golden Monday Moodboard
This week I bring you some beautiful European golden finds from the European Street Team:
For more moodboards, visit: http://www.fleurfatale.blogspot.com/
And speaking of gold, I have made this golden plated tiara for this week´s EST Challenge: The Roman Empire, hosted by the wonderful Inger.
Have a wonderful week! :)
Diwali Om Cards, Deepawali Hindu Om Symbol Card
Exchange your shubh deepawali wishes with Om symbol, one of the religious hindu symbol denoting Hinduism in the form of Diwali Om Cards as a gift from heart wishing happy diwali wishes from one heart to another in a pious way. Ganpati made with Om symbol, Om rangoli design and other traditional designs are loved by people.
Sai Baba Diwali Cards, Shirdi SaiBaba Deepawali Wishes
For the followers of Sai Baba and their gurus, we are presenting their religious saibaba theme based deepawali greeting cards in the form of our free segment of Sai Baba Diwali Cards available here for free and easy download facility. Feel free and easy to share and communicate your warm diwali wishes with your network of worshipers.
Diwali Card Designs, Deepavali Card Design Ideas
Watch these Diwali Card Designs and samples to get your wish card designed like them with option of customization for customers to get personal message, logo or quote printed along with R.S.V.P or any other names. Lovely designing art, flash, animation match perfectly with the deepawali theme.
Hand Painted Diwali Cards, Decorated Painting Card for Deepawali
Hand paint your diwali wishes card to present your drawing and artistic skills in front of your lovedones. View sample of our Hand Painted Diwali Cards available as sample to design same like design by yourself. Particularly diyas, rangoli, ganesha, toran, puja ghar and other designs are famous as well.
Floral Diwali Cards, Deepawali Floral Wishes
Be part of this happy festival of lights by welcoming everyone to share memories of togetherness and religious thoughts. Greet all of them with these floral diwali cards showcasing floral rangoli designs, flower bunch, decorations and other decorative things associated with variety florals.
How much is Iphone 4?
Perhaps you are asking for the price of the newly released iPhone 4 by Apple. Steve Jobs unveiled the new iPhone 4. According to Apple, the newest iPhone will be available at standard prices in five countries starting June 24, 2010 and will be released to dozens more countries over the course of summer.
For new AT&T subscribers or for customers who are eligible for an upgrade, the new iPhone or Iphone 4 will cost $199 for the 16GB version and $299 for the 32GB version with a two-year contract, and will be available in white and black.
United States is not the only country that has the iPhone. iPhone 4 will be shipping to four other countries on launch day: France, Germany, United Kingdom and Japan.
How Much is Iphone 4?
For new AT&T subscribers or for customers who are eligible for an upgrade, the new iPhone or Iphone 4 will cost $199 for the 16GB version and $299 for the 32GB version with a two-year contract, and will be available in white and black.
United States is not the only country that has the iPhone. iPhone 4 will be shipping to four other countries on launch day: France, Germany, United Kingdom and Japan.
Creative Space: Green
This week I´ve received new copper findings and crystals like the ones you can see in the picture above.
I´ve already started working with them and made few new things, like this ring:
I hope you liked my creative space this week and if you want to see more spaces, visit: http://www.kootoyoo.com/
Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion Reunion
Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion finally reunited in her show, SHARON. I'm sure that fans of these two popular artists are waiting for this moment and finally it happened in Sharon.
Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Reunion
Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Reunion
The much anticipated reunion between Cuneta and Concepcion, one of the biggest love teams in show business in the 80s, happened on “Sharon,” and not on the show of their daughter, KC, as earlier reported.
In her previous interview, KC revealed that her parents agreed to guest on her own morning show, "Simply KC."
Concepcion on Monday night dropped by at the studio for the taping of the special episode of “Sharon.” KC was also present to witness the reunion of her parents.
The special episode might be aired on Sunday.
Earlier, KC said she was excited with the meeting.
"Of course, [excited na po ako] pero hindi ko pa po iniisip kasi for me it's not entertainment. For me, totoong buhay ito. Ang tagal ko ding tinry na makapag-usap silang dalawa ng hindi nag-aaway,” she said, adding:
“For them to be in the show na kasama ako, magkaharap, ay malaking malaking bagay sa akin ‘yon. Ang tagal bago kami makarating dito."
In a separate interview, Concepcion said he was looking forward to the much anticipated reunion.
"Masaya. Masaya siyempre. Hindi ko ma-describe ‘yong feeling. Nararamdaman ko na lang, handa na," he said.
Summer Drinks: Frozen Slush Recipe
Summer is almost here so I thought it could be a nice idea to start preparing Summer drinks, like a frozen slush. I have found two recipes, very simple yet very tasty and I´d like to share them with you.Here they are:
1
Ingredients
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup thawed pink lemonade concentrate
1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
3/4 cup ice cubes
1 cup club soda
Directions
In a blender, combine the water, lemonade concentrate, strawberries
and ice cubes. Cover and process until blended.
Pour into a freezer container. Cover and freeze for at least 12 hours
or up to 3 months.
Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before serving. Stir in club
soda. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.
2
Ingredients
7 cups water
4 tea bags
2 cups boiling water
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate
2 liters lemon soda or lime soda or ginger ale
Directions
Put 7 cups water in large saucepan, and heat on high until boiling.
Add sugar and stir until dissolved; set aside to cool.
Place teabags in 2 cups boiling water, and let steep until desired strength is acquired.
In a large bowl, mix together sugar water, tea, lemonade concentrate and orange juice concentrate.
Place in freezer container and freeze overnight.
I hope you find these recipes useful :)
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Math World {Photo Mosaic}
1. math makes us wonder..., 2. Math lesson! :), 3. Exam season again!, 4. Math Kills :)
Maths. It can either make you a genious or become you insane...
I like maths very much, so here is my mosaic in its honor :)
For more mosaics, visit http://www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com/
Happy Tuesday! :)
Roses {Moodboard}
One of my favorite flower is the rose, so this week I bring you here some "rose themed" European finds:
For more European finds, visit www.fleurfatale.blogspot.com
Also, finally, after some weeks without enough time to participate in an EST Challenge, I have entered this ring to the theme of this week "Your Favorite Flower", hosted by the lovely Sofia.
And since my favorite flower is the red rose, hence this ring:
Have a wonderful week! :)
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