SOCCSKSARGEN Bloggers Meet Up with Author of Postscripts from Mindanao

SOCCSKSARGEN Bloggers with Ms. Wilma Villanueva (seated center)

Dubai - based Tupi - hailed  authorWilma Villanueva happened to be in SOCCSKSARGEN  and gladly, our  blog community founder, Avel Manansala, invited Ms. Wilma to meet us up. So, we all convened at Piyesta Resto Bar and had a good time.

The book was highly commendable since it illustrated the undiscovered beauty and misconceptions about Region 12. And, writing the book while in abroad made the  cause for Mindanao more commendable.

We can only be more excited to wait for another book from a very proud Mindanaoan, Wilma Villanueva.

Help Your Kid on School

While there are some students who fare well in academics others actually struggle and their learning difficulty can be both challenging and disappointing to parents and students.  While it is true that intelligence is not fully measured by academic performance, learning difficulty however can affect and influence social relationships as pressures from parents, peers and teachers continue to build up.

But, as parent or guardian, you can intervene in your kid's learning difficulty through offline and online tutoring services. For one, if your kid has difficulty on Math questions like Prime numbers, you can search for effective online help.

Further, if other subjects like Science poses a problem, then  Chemistry help, Physics help, or Geometry help can be another option.

Chemistry was once a torture to me when I was a student, thus, it can be a relief to have Chemistry homework help.

Learning is never the sole responsibility of teachers and students, parents and guardians must however contribute to help.

My Zamboanga City Escapade

My kid and I had the chance to go back to our old home in Zamboanga City for a week vacation and with only six days to fill, we were dead beat with all the events we went through with friends and family.

joining other SOX bloggers in their Barter rummage

With SOX bloggers and other Mindanao Bloggers Summit Organizer and Attendees 

with Bucoy clan reunion

in one of my childhood friends gimmick at Park 88, Pasonanca

It was a draining but fun week for us and we could only hope to extend the vacation but since classes are up on November 8, we can only bid goodbye to friends and family again.

Lingerie: New Face of Sexiness

Call it vain, call it simple piece  of cloth but for  most women lingerie is personality. Most women would want to look good in and out and that means putting on trendy and stylish apparel and accessories  on the outside and comfy and feminine lingerie on the inside.

While other women love thongs and sexy bra others simply love boxer shorts and lacy undies. I am comfortable with boy – leg and  lacy panties since they don’t give that fancy panty lines.

Normally, my choice for lingerie depends largely on my mood. So, if I feel too boyish and  sporty, I am up and running with my boy – leg underwear and sports bra and I wear office blouse  and slacks, I just put on a lace.

But, what can be your basis for choosing the right lingerie? I can only account the following criteria:

Comfort.  A whole day or night in the office or  party makes it all distracting and buggy when lingerie can be that pain.  So, if you are comfortable with boxer shorts or boy stuffs, then, go hit your sack and enjoy.


Mood. Sexiness is a personal conviction and if I say I look good, it follows too that I feel sexy. So, you can wear your mood through your choice for lingerie

Price. Some elegant lingerie may be expensive and costly but if price tags are no question, then, stuff your closet with some beauty lingerie goodies.

Outfit. It is also wiser to complement your  outfit with the appropriate lingerie. You don’t want people to give high notes on your nasty panty lines or flashy brassiere on a lovely gown.

I Run Away!

Yap, I am out for a week as I enjoy the semestral break to be back to our old home and just savor the city local delicacies and meet up with friends and family.

Geez! I never realized how much I needed the break not until I am out from school and business as I enjoy only my free time with nothing to think about  but fun.

But, tomorrow shall be the end of our six - day vacation as we go back to  our home and our usual routines. And, come November 8, I am back to being a teacher again. Sigh!

But, I can only be thankful that I get to see my friends again and kin.

How to Aid Your Child on Learning

Now it is semestral break, most families are simply relieved that they have a week or two to rest and bond with the family. But, more importantly, the break shall help families to search for interventions on their kids' learning difficulties.

Parents or other house members who have ample time may teach their kids personally, but, somehow, with house and work loads, there can be meager time to assist the kids in their school activities and academic exams. Further, parents or other home tutors may not have the right or appropriate skills in teaching the kids. So, the pressures can be even higher and disappointing.

So, another medium to helping the kids is through Online tutoring where you can find help on difficult subjects like Algebra 1, Algebra 2. You can also find Chemistry help or Statistics help.   And, best of all, it offers Free math tutoring online for fast and correct Math answers.

School places a lot of pressures on the kids and even on parents. But, knowing what and where to seek help, learning can indeed be easy as 1 - 2 - 3.

I Need a Breather

It has been a week since classses were done and though I have all the time to rest and have  fun, I am definitely bored!

Most of my free time now is simply consumed by updating my blogs, attending to the family business and just watching watching movies. I have been wanting to resume with my jogging but since I am getting all the awkward calf muscles, I decided to stop. Now, I am even more bored, lazy and simply fat. Tsk tsk tsk !

We will be leaving for a week of vacation next week and I can only be overwhelmed as I get to see old friends and colleagues again. Well, until then, I just have to savor the break.

Making a Career of Your Passion

You can be quite lucky and blessed if you get to pursue a career from your passion. In my case, I am always inspired to teach that can be traced back as early as my middle schooling and until now, I never really get fed up with it although I now run a business but at the same time, teach.

It is quite dragging and difficult to go to your job everyday when you are not at all personally motivated. There can indeed be different reasons why you keep a job and these may include compensation package, working environment, career growth among others. But, when you are not all happy and intrinsically motivated, everyday work is quite a challenge and pain.

Thus, if you think that you wish to pursue a career for a specific industry like engineering, cinema or even modeling, then, go follow your dreams and you can never go wrong. Well, of course, you have to evaluate all the  perks and downsides of your choice.

So, if you want to be among the  male or female models, then, look for a legitimate and able - to - help  model agency  that can indeed make your dreams realized.  

A career from your passion can  be easily pursued and can guarantee fulfillment. And, with the right time, company and resources, you too can have a blossoming future ahead of you.

Why Filipinos Celebrate Early Christmas Holidays

Whenever September kicks in, most of the  Filipino communities start to put in Christmas decorations, and you bet that Christmas songs are on the air. Needless to say, Filipinos have four (4) months to prepare, enjoy and celebrate the holidays. We start buying gifts for our godsons ad goddaughters, write  holiday cards  and book family reunions among others.

Filipinos are known for happy and jovial moods and whenever there are occasions, holidays or otherwise, it is only natural that Filipino families and friends bond together for celebration. I guess, it is by this culture that the entire year of the Philippine calendar is packed with endless government and religious holidays that most Filipinos are happy about. We always have a reason or two to celebrate, may it be baptism, weddings, birthdays or simply passing  through exams.

While this culture seems to be harmless, it can be quite disastrous since it encourages people to work hard to spend more and the vicious cycle continues that most Filipino families are really scarce of savings or retirement fund. Further, it also enforces passive attitude towards work since holidays fill most of the working days.

But, this culture can be quite an overstatement, it defines and enlivens us. In fact, as early as now, we are anticipating loved ones and friends coming home for family reunions.

I simply love being Filipino but best of all, I love Christmas more.

How to Find the Best Job

Finding the best job is no easy feat; in fact, companies may have considerable great turn - over when it comes to keeping and hiring employees.

But, how do we really find the best job for? Well, I can only think of practical reasons and here is the list:

1. Consider your skills and knowledge. Finding a job basically starts from writing your resume and making through interviews. In as much as you want the best job, employers want the best persons too for the job. So, matching your skills with your potential job can be a start. A job which requires skills and experience way out of your league can only add a lot of pressures which can eventually make you unhappy and dissatisfied. 
2. Consider pay and position. Depending on your skills, your position must be suited for these. And, with this position comes the corresponding compensation. So, if you think that your worth is well paid, then, go for it. 
3. Consider career growth. In an interview, you are normally asked what are your career directions or plans. You too can ask the career pathing for a given position. So, if you see that you like where your potential position be heading, then, go for the job but if you simply stagnation (which I doubt), then, career path can't be a potential issue. 
4. Consider working environment. You can ask for the number of turn - over and why employees leave. Possible reason can be unacceptable working environment, culture, and management. 

The bottomline for finding the best job is to consider your personal conviction and professional development. It is easier to go to a job if you love your work and everything else about it including your pay, working environment, colleagues,and all otherwise every working day can be dragging and draining and you can be one of those highly stressed employees who wish to just jump off  the board.

I'm Back to Exercise!

I decided to resume with my morning jogs last summer and as much as possible, I wanted to do the jogs every morning. So, this regimen is complemented with weekend kickboxing and aerobics. This is my form of keeping my weights down and relieve me of stress. 

But, sometimes for endless reasons, I miss my exercise and just continue dozing in dreamland. Consequently, with this stop, my bulges resume their growth too. Sigh!

So, in spite of the late sleeps, I gather my strength to wake up early and be on my running shoes and it is somehow a blessing that classes are almost done encouraging me more to sweat and be fit and fab. Yepey!

How to Find Your Best House

My biological family had our fair share of moving from one home to another and for different reasons, my parents were able to purchase and relocate to properties that best suited our needs. And gladly, for more than a decade, we finally take roots in a very accessible and prime location in one of the very promising and emerging cities in the Philippines.


But, when you decide to find your own place for yourself or family, thorough care and thinking is only needed. You don't want to waste your resources, compromise your work or your family's old life for a wrong home.


So, what are your criteria in selecting a property? Here is my short list:

• Consider your budget. If your are on a tight budget, living in a prime location can mean ripping off your pocket and bank. So, you can start your search with  referrals from friends, or from directories for less - prime areas. If you are just around New York City, then, go search  Wilmington NC real estate for their listings. 
• Consider your location. Your budget can still be cut  deep if your home is way farther from your work, school or other locations that you and your family highly need and frequently attended to. Thus, evaluate well your options, your smart choice can start from reviews from trusted real estate experts, home owners and your own prime need.  Wilmington NC real estate can be a good head start. 
• Consider future innovations and opportunities. Knowing the city's urban planning can help you have a foresight of what should be established in your probable home. This way, your future is assured that it will still provide the best possible channel for you and your family's convenience and safety. Wilmington NC homes  are your start for strategic planning. 

Having your own place is a smart choice as it provides security, privacy and investment for you and your loved ones. And, choosing the best house is only critical. 

Tapestry of Tuna and Culture: GenSan's Pride

On September 23, the 42nd Tuna Festival held a new event dubbed as Intertribe Tuna Exhibit and we could only be proud as we witness different ways how tuna, our main aquamarine source that mostly fuels General Santos City's economy. And, with this abundance, General Santos City is also known for its rich agriculture, great people with worldclass talents, Manny Pacquiao and national artists, Melai and Gerald, and lately XB Gensan dancers.


General Santos City is home to different tribes, the Muslim, Ilonggo, Visayan, Subanon, Kapampangan, Tagalog and more.  And, with that, our city is simply woven with  rich cultures that made the city more vibrant and colorful.


Today, September 26, is the culminating day of the celebration and the day is filled of grand events from morning to evening as a showdown of our rich culture and pride.

Web Conferencing: Add Edge to Your Business

Before businesses were constrained by geographical disparities and meetings were set in a limited and traditional arrangement where attendees needed to travel to one location to attend a meeting. When decisions were needed from key note individuals, their presence was absolutely necessary.


 However, these days, thanks to internet technology, in-person meetings are not so much a requirement. That is because business establishments can maintain a personalized relationship with their partners, suppliers, employees, and other business associates through the use of  Video conference  services.


 This state - of - the - art technology allows people from all over the world to meet via an internet hook-up, thus eliminating the need for travel and all the associated travel costs. This provides a substantial boost to employee productivity, with no down time due to travel needs.


Web conference  service allows companies to enjoy virtual meetings where attendees can participate from anywhere across the world. This technology enables companies to maximize computer and internet technology for open and ready communication. Further, attendees in a virtual meeting can respond with one another and face issues and make prompt decisions that can lead to increased efficiency.


Web conferencing    allows for many service such as power point presentations, sharing of conference control and multiple presenters, sharing of word and excel documents, tallying for hand raising votes, whatever it is your company needs. More importantly, even while their costs are reduced, companies can maintain a collaborative relationship with their stakeholders, make fast decisions, and keep employees up to date and involved in company decisions.


 The Conference Group is a full feature Web conferencing   service provider, with an easy to use website that is informative and easily demonstrates the different services available, which can be tailored to your company's need. 

When Should You Have a Career Shift

I have tried programming works along with teaching but got more stuck with administrative works as I headed the computer department. Then, with all the drain, mental and physical, I decided to just continue with regular teaching works. But, this alone made me not stop looking for a non – academic job, thus, I eventually earned the position, Project Officer – Executive Director for a Non – Government Organization.


But, as I did these most recent jobs, my siblings and I started the boutique business and since then, we were making history as young entrepreneurs. So, I decided to resign from a high – paying full time job and just settled with our business. Now, I do part-time teaching (to keep me updated) and do full-time business.


So, when do we actually consider career shifting? Personally, I only have a basic answer, if your present job does not make you happy and career growth is not possible at all, then, career shifting is a more viable option.
When you are just forced to wake up and attend to your job, every day becomes a burdensome toil and this can only pile to your present stress and add to your disappointments. You become less productive but more cranky and  inefficient.


Consequently, you will do yourself and your employer a favor, if you consider resignation and just retire or have another work.


It can be a risky decision, thus, if you are willing to go through this risk, then, go file that resignation letter.

Project: My Week’s Wishlist

I wish to start this project of writing my wish list and try to meet them and see actions done. I would like to redirect my attention and energy on achieving this wish list, so, that lame excuses wont supersede the desires.

So, for this week, I wish to do the following:

1. Watch Resident Evil 3D – this I have done already;
2. Complete the long – overdue novel Tuesdays with Morrie – Done too with buckets of drawn tears;
3. Resume my jogging on Thursday – urggh!!!
4. Update my blogs especially the abandoned Wordpress blog – this is easy but I just have to find the time;
5. Get a body massage – I hope somebody will take the cue and bring me for a free body massage;
6. Go to a parlor – a foot spa and pedicure will suffice;
7. Enjoy heavenly food treats  - the local’s raving halo – halo from Razon’s can be enough.

Make Smart Choices on Your AC Needs

Most people find solace in the comfort of their home. Consequently, homes need to be comfortable and soothing; offering relief from work stress and other pressures. This is especially true in this long, extended summer. Just when we thought we were finished with air conditioning, it appears that summer is just not over yet. Air conditioning problems should be least of what concerns us under these circumstances,especially when we know that there are competent air conditioning providers. There is no reason to stick with an air conditioner that is breaking down and not cooling properly but still using up more energy. 


If you live in Phoenix City, Arizona or just around the area and are in need of heating or cooling systems, then, rely only on the best Arizona heating and cooling   specialist: Jay's Comfort Team. They assure their customers only satisfactory and delightful Arizona air conditioning service that customers can be happy with and be grateful of that they are just in their neighborhood as they sit comfortably, cool in their homes. 


You can fully maximize your air conditioner and heater if they have been properly selected and assessed based on your household needs.Thus, planning for your air conditioner and heater can save you the trouble and even ensure you big savings. 


At Jay's Comfort Team, the staff from the customer helpers to skilled technicians, are committed the full satisfaction of their customers or they will get a full refund on unsatisfactory services, certainly that is confident of this firm!. With this commitment, they guarantee same - day service responses, providing staff with master - certified technicians, no hidden charges. Clearly it is understandable that they have a zero - complaint record with Arizona Registrar of Contractors and it helps that they have a 24/7 live customer support.


Arizona air conditioning is easy to address because Jay's Comfort Team simply provides a variety of services which include water heaters, heating systems, heat pumps, installation, repairs and sales of accessories. From their site, you can use their discount, rebate and coupon promos. 


So, if your home, office or business requires air - conditioning and heating services, get only the best air conditioner provider in Arizona. 

Fun with SOX Bloggers at Music KTV Bar

We were invited early evening to join the SOX bloggers' meeting at  the opeing of Music KTV at Sun City, General Santos City. They had their soft opening last Sunday, September 12, and while it still needs polishing, the entire bar is worth visiting.

There are KTV spacious rooms good for 8 - 14 persons that may range between PHP 200.00 and PHP 300.00  per hour.  And, if your  barkadas or buddies simply need a place to relax and enjoy while having fun singing and drinking, then, this new KTV bar must be one of your top list.

We quite like their sumptuous food and different cocktail offers. Soon, we will visit this place for another fun time singing and dining.

Music KTV facade

Fellow SOX bloggers at cocktail session

enjoying the singing session with upbeat and touchy collections

Perks of Friendship

This can be an overvalued concept but friendship is oftentimes misused, ignored, abused and forgotten, intentionally or otherwise. Like an adage, "No man is an island.", everyone just needs everyone. And, lucky are those who have true friends who stand by you through thick and thin.

What can perks  can friendship bring you, well, let me re - stress the obvious:

• They listen to you when you are all moppy, sad, drunk and pissed off;
• They honestly critique your wardrobe, decision, partners, and lifestyle;
• They lend you their helping hand and even pocket to save the day;
• They make your special occasions more beautiful and lovelier knowing that your loved ones are happy for your happiness;
• They fight for you just in case others badmouth your name or simply cheat on you;
• They will simply stay loyal even through physical distance and concern and love remains over time.
• They simply keep you sane with all the wacky jokes on a bad day just to keep you smiling and hopeful; and lastly,
• They make you appreciate life and love better.

How to Prevent Aging

There is a new science designed to study aging which is officially named as gerontology. This branch of science divides the theories about aging into two extreme groups: aging is natural and programmed to our body and aging is caused by damages through time.

Regardless  whether this aging theories are true or not, there are ways to however prevent or restrain aging. Here are the bare essentials:

• Exercise to keep a normal weight and prevent bone and muscle loss;
• Take plenty of food rich in anti-oxidants to protect you from free radicals;
• Keep your cholesterol low to protect your arteries  and heart;
•  Re-energize from stress.
• Keep a healthy lifestyle (limit smoking, drinking, deprived sleeps and alike)

Aging can be quite evident in our body as we see changes and downgrades in our heart, arteries, lung, brain, kidney, bladder, bones, muscles, sights, hearing and skin.

It is then imperative that we put a high note on our health as we age, thus, having recreational activities like playing indoor, outdoor or online games like online casino slots for online slots real money   can be quite relieving and helpful. Amidst busy and hectic life, taking a break seems the last thing in our mind. Worse, we  get used to having a fast - break life and the stress tempts us to smoke, drink or do something else.

So, if we really want to contain aging, we can only go for pro - aging ways: healthy lifestyle and safe fun.