Something to Think About
A friend gave me this pin years ago. It’s on my desk. I took a good look at it again this afternoon. It’s a good reminder in...
Read MoreGrateful
10/7/07 at Cawa-cawa, Zamboanga City For surprises and sunsets carousel rides and islands that appear out of nowhere at dawn. ....
Read MoreEntrepreneur Magazine: From the Office to the Farm
A Hewlett-Packard executive gives up the perks of his job for a life in the farm. This is Dodong Cacanando’s fascinating story.
Read MoreProfessionals Turned Entrepreneurs
From employees to rich entrepreneurs and how you can become one. . .
Read MorePhoto: Puerto del Sol by Tin Caspe (4-04-06) “Faith is being sure of what we hope for,and certain of what we do not see.”...
Read MoreMoney Making Secrets of the Young & Rich
Are you a fan of Havaianas? Did you know that the Philippine distributors started their company in their late 20s while they were also starting a family?
Read MoreBaby for Sale?
Photo: Baby for sale at a supermarket in Guangzhou, China! (1-7-06) Strange sightings during my recent trip to HK and China for a TV...
Read MoreThe Christ of Christmas
This poem perfectly encapsulates my thoughts about Christmas. May it help bring back the wonder of season into your life! Heaven is Here:...
Read MoreChildren of Camarines Sur
Photo: The Children of Camarines Sur (4-26-05) I took this during a TV coverage for 700 Club Asia in Cam Sur. No DSLR, only a camera...
Read MoreTell Him Where It Hurts
Whoever said church was boring must have never gone to Victory Christian Fellowship. This morning I was given the opportunity to sing...
Read MoreA Date to Remember
“I have a date with a cute boy tomorrow. I’m so excited,” I texted a friend last Thursday. My friend was intrigued and...
Read MoreExpanding Your Business Overseas
What You Need to Know Before Taking Your Product Overseas according to the experiences of Max Fried Chicken and Crystal Clear.
Read MorePapa’s Flowers
As I was enjoying a good book early this evening, I heard a soft knock on my door. It was my father with his regular delivery of...
Read MoreHeart of the Matter
C.S. Lewis presents a very compelling reason to thaw a heart in deep freeze: “To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything, and...
Read MoreSmiling with Teeth!
Photo: The Mirror Has Two Facesby Gina Yap (6-26-05) “For You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother’s...
Read MoreJesus the Bridegroom
“Mabuti pa ang Roma may bagong Papa, AKO WALA!!! (Rome has just gotten a new pope, but why on earth am I still single?)” screamed my...
Read MoreArticle: The Bridegroom
“Mabuti pa ang Roma may bagong Papa, AKO WALA!!! (Rome has just gotten a new pope, but why on earth am I still single?)” screamed my...
Read MoreThoughts: B-day Countdown
“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him.”–1 Cor. 2:9...
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: Hit Ang Produkto Ko!
Four entrepreneurs looked around their houses and workplaces to come up with goods that are sales wonders. Be inspired by their stories.
Read MoreThe Pain of Betrayal
Jesus Christ was no stranger to betrayal. His very own disciple sold him to the chief priest for 30 pieces of silver coins. Most of us are...
Read MoreSpring in My Mind
Beijing in Full Bloom (4-05-05) There’s something about spring that gives you this sense of anticipation...
Read More700 Club Asia
Photo: Coming home to the 700 Club Asia set with hosts Peter Kairuz & Dulce. The 700 Club Asia airs every Tuesday & Wednesday...
Read MoreToilet Humor
Last night I was laughing my head off as I recalled this incident that happened a few months ago. . .My friend invited me to her speaking...
Read MoreMemories of Oxford
This piece was written for the Philippine Daily Inquirer. It was published in daily’s Travel Section in 1997. All pictures were...
Read MoreAlive!
Have you ever pinned your hopes on something only to watch it die? Have you ever felt the pain of losing a dream, something you’ve wanted...
Read MoreThoughts: Alive!
Photo: Manila Bay Sun (3-24-05)Have you ever pinned your hopes on something only to watch it die? Have you ever felt the pain of losing a...
Read MoreHuey and Me
The first time I ever laid my eyes on him in that huge showroom, I knew he was the one for me. Huey and I go a long way back. In fact,...
Read MoreLike My Turtles
I took home my new pets this afternoon—a pair of baby turtles named Lemon and Lime. I got my first pair of green turtles in 2001. I called...
Read MoreHighway to Heaven
Photo: Songhua Bridge, Harbin Don’t you feel sometimes that we are on a perennial journey? Do you know that in our lifetime we will spend...
Read MoreHappeee!!!
My new email pal sent me this interesting information the other day: The World Survey Values ranked the Philippines as top among Asia and...
Read MoreJesus and Brad Pitt
Photo courtesy of the Gladiator website & JC Gomez Pause with me for a while and think of this question: What physical attributes...
Read MoreTwo Questions That Saved My Life
In my entire life, I’ve been asked so many questions about many things. But there are two questions that literally saved my life. Q 1: If...
Read MoreFaces of an Old Empire
Russia. Everyone in the train held his breath as two tall and acerbic Russian officers entered the coach to get our passports. Outside...
Read MoreThoughts: My Present State of Mind
“I’m alive!” he said to the boy, as they ate a bunch of dates one night, with no fires and no moon. “When I’m eating, that’s all I think...
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: An ABSolute Miracle
Photo: Abs Bitter Herbs creator Grace Gupana From fishball vending at the Quezon City Hall, ABS Bitter Herbs creator Grace Galindez-Gupana...
Read MoreInvincible
Photo: Me in Harbin’s Songhua River, China (8-15-04) I can’t sleep.I feel I am standing on the edge of my destiny.After...
Read MoreA Confession
Photo: Moonlight Over Taal (5-4-04) This morning I received a text message from a distressed friend. “You know,” she confessed, “I don’t...
Read MorePhoto: A chance meeting with Mr. Ryan Cayabyab at the Podium Mall eight years after singing at his 25th Anniversary concert, my last stint...
Read MorePhoto: Roselle, me and Vince as guest audience at ABS-CBN’s Morning Star with Boy Abunda as host for the week...
Read MoreDental Chair Wisdom
I just had the most painful molar extraction of my life and I still have bleeding gums and a mouth sore to show for it. Ten years ago my...
Read MoreThe Dog That Followed Me Home
It was one of those days when you wake up feeling that life’s passing you by, and try as you might, you just have no control over it....
Read MorePhil. Daily Inquirer: A Grateful Heart
“Thank you, Ma’am. Praise the Lord!” the old beggar exclaimed in clear American English, as I hastily shoved a ten-peso coin into his...
Read MoreSunday Inquirer Magazine: The Little Hero
I met this little hero when I went to the Payatas dumpsite to cover the relief efforts after the 2000 trashslide. His story is an inspiration to me. Enteng has since been declared as an Everyday Hero by Readers Digest . This article became a finalist at the Catholic Mass Media Awards.
Read MorePapa’s Flowers
My father has the habit of giving me flowers from his garden. He deliver them to my r room every...
Read MoreReader’s Digest Awards Filipina Hero
Photo: Lani Generoso, Reader’s Digest’s Peter Dockrill and me at the “Everyday Heroes” awarding ceremony held last...
Read MoreReader’s Digest Article: Grace Under Fire
The buzz of her doorbell interrupted Lani Generoso,duty manager of the Oakwood Premier in Manila, as she prepared for bed at 1.30 a.m. on...
Read MoreBlessings Asia Website: God Still Heals the Deaf
As a segment producer for the 700 Club Asia, my responsibility is to scout for stories during the medical mission. One of my most...
Read MorePhoto: Super Girl & Tomb Raider
Super Girl & Tomb Raider at the Single & Satisfied Retreat of Victory Christian Fellowship, QC. We had the time of our lives at...
Read MoreReader’s Digest Article: The Mark of a Hero
What does it take to be a hero? What are the qualities that set a man or woman above the rest? ? Do you have to have the writing and...
Read MoreReader’s Digest Article: Pedal Power
Somewhere in the hills of Samar, in the southern Philippines, James Auste struggles through the rough terrain on his muddied bicycle. As...
Read MoreMy Yearbook Write-up
Jenny is a free-spirited girl who never runs out of antics. She has been seen walking barefoot on newly-cut grass, strolling under a...
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: Gusto Mong Umutang?
Five questions to ask before taking out a loan for your business or dream house
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: Woe, Budget!
Are you always short of cash? Do you feel you are not earning enough? Ever wish you could make more money?
Read MoreInspiring Young & Rich Entrepreneurs
They are young, rich and successful. Read how these 3 entrepreneurs struck gold in business and how you can, too.
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Article: Class Time for Yaya
Teach yaya to better care for your kids and your home.
Read MoreFinancing That Dream Franchise
Lack money for your franchise? A government firm could lend you up to P5 million to build your store and start your business.
Read MoreEntrepreneur Magazine: Over A Cup of Coffee (Setting Up A Coffee)
How to get into the coffee shop business. Expert advice from Figaro owner Chit Juan.
Read MoreEntrepreneur Magazine: Choosing the Right Name for Your Business
Things to think about when you are naming your business.
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: Go, Girlfriends!
It’s a fantastic idea: Women gathering together for a shared interest or a good cause. Be inspired by these women. . .
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Article: The Double Dare Challenge
A Pinoy family bags the grand prize in Nickelodeon’s Double Dare 2000 game show! Gabby and Mabel Lim, with their kids Alisa and...
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: A Mother & Her 502 Kids
In playing surrogate mom to 502 kids, Pinky Dizon has found the family she always hoped to have.
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: SSS for Housewives
Learn about the law that gives social security to stay-at-home moms.
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: Woman in Uniform
Love brought her to the police, but Virgie stayed on to bring more heart to the force.
Read MoreGood Housekeeping Magazine: May Sakit Si Inday!
Are you Legally Responsible for the Medical Expenses of Household Help?
Read MoreLifeline Magazine: When the Law Forgives the Killer (Sex, Betrayal & Death)
A woman is having an affair with another man. Her husband catches and kills them both. Did you know that based on the law, he will not be jailed? There are instances when the law pardons the killer. Know what they are. . .
Read MoreLifeline Magazine: How to Really Enjoy That Dream Vacation
Some tips on how to make the most of your dream vacation.
Read MoreWant to Bring Your Children to the Office?
We’ve already proven that women can climb the career ladder. Now we want to take our babies with us. Read what 3 women crusaders are doing so we can be better mothers–even at the workplace.
Read MoreThe Essential Baby Guide for New Moms
As a first-time mom, you may be a little apprehensive about the whole ordeal. Here are some expert tips. . .
Read MoreMy Ateneo Citation
Photography is the poetry of the eye: The futile quest of capturing what we see and what we feel for what passes for eternity. It is a...
Read MoreLifeline Magazine:
Is your husband having an affair? What can a wife do to protect her interests?
Read MoreLifeline Magazine: Fight for A Cause
Are you looking for meaning and fulfillment? These are some organizations that need your help.
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