“THINGS THAT CAN BRING YOUR SUCCESS”

10. Making right choices no matter how difficult. (It builds self-respect and the respect of others.)

9. Being generous! (Give the gifts of your time and abilities to others.)

8. Working hard at something you like or that is required to you. (You’ll feel good about your accomplishments.)

7. Starting over after making mistakes. (Each day is new and fresh day.)

6. Choosing good friends. (A mark of true success.)

5. Loving others spite of their faults. (Maybe they will overlook yours.)

4. Living peacefully with others. (Conflict robs you of energy and motivation.)

3. Believing that God loves you unconditionally.

2. Talking to God in prayer. (Get real with Him. He knows what’s in your heart anyway.)

1. Discovering God’s purpose for your life. (He has the best plan.)

CHARVILIE P. CANTONJOS

BJ 3-1N

“10 TIPS ON HOW TO LOOK AND FEEL YOUR BEST”

10. Take care of your appearance. (You’re the only one who can!)

9. Wear a smile.

8. Get out of your chair and exercise!

7. Never build yourself up by putting others down. It doesn’t work.

6. Be yourself. No need to fake it.

5. Carry yourself well. You were handmade by God.

4. Look beyond you and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

3. Cut back on the sugar and drink plenty of water.

2. Get some sleep. Short nights can result in unproductive days and weaken your immune system.

1. And most of all, get to know and spend time for God.

CHARVILIE P. CANTONJOS

BJ 3-1N

Barrio Fiesta

It's almost summer time. It's now the time to go back in our hometown.Hello Bicol, here I come.I'm always excited to go back in hometown because of the new summer adventure.Swimming with my friend and family are two of the awesome event in our town but do you know what I am excited about,a barrio fiesta.

Barrio fiesta was celebrated in our barangay on May 9-10. A two day event that full of surprises and excitement.Before barrio fiesta, there has an "aurora".It is a 9 day prusicion of San Isidro DE Labrador (saint of farmers).I'm really excited in this tradition because the Filipino value was seen in this event.

Before the day of feast, we have fun decorating our house and streets to make it more colorful.Children, youth, and adults gather in one place for a barangay cleaning or "Rabus".

In the first day of event, you will heard the noise of the pig that stated to kill as food in our visitors.During the eve, expect dinuguan and paksiw na baboy will be served in the table.You can transfer to another house because everybody are welcome.After eating , youth gather in barangay hall for a a night party.You can groove in the midst of crowd . If you don't feel dancing, you may go to "Perya" wherein a lot of games awaited to you.

In the second day, there's a mass in a chapel followed by the baptismal.Maybe you will be invited as Ninong or NInang. Dont forget your "pakimkim".In lunch time, enjoy the variety of food such as caldereta, kare kare, adobo, menudo and so on.Foods are absolutely free.

Through this event that inherited from our ancestors, I can shout to the world that I am a Filipino.

BY: Menard Salvador BJ3-1N

Common Trips on Summer Days!

Summer is one of the much awaited season in the Philippines. So many occasions are being celebrates and one of it is the graduation days from the grade school up to tertiary levels. of course it is Vacation months for the students after a 10 months of enhancing and acquiring knowledge's and skills from their respective schools, colleges and universities.

every Filipinos has their own lifestyles in enjoying the leisure of summer vacation and that is a nice thing to talk about.

there's a lot of summer activities to enjoy, however, nowadays, most of the Filipinos are planned to spend their vacation through joining in a summer jobs. it is offered especially for students who had the capability and skills in doing a certain tasks at the work place.

here, students will earn his own money plus the actual job experience that he can indicate in his resume' when he need to apply next time. the essence of this is, he will become much matured and prepared to cross in areal life roads.

travel in local and international places, well, this is one of the awesome activity during summer vacations, though, it is expensive and not all are afford especially those international get away. may be it is fine to plan it a year before to pay some time to prepare and settles the preparations needed to avoid unexpected disruptions.

Common places where Filipinos are usually spending their summer, number one is in Boracay Island known as one of the white sand paradise in the Philippines. it always listed a huge number of tourists from local and international. here, you can also see some of the celebrities that also enjoying the beauty of the beach.

other trip are mountain climbing, it's very popular activity chosen by a group of adventurous barkada.

vacation in province with the family, it is a time for a family gathering as the people living in manila are usually went back home to get along with their relatives.

on travel abroad, almost all of the countries are a good destination to go. exploring the other country will open your mind and expand your knowledge about their culture and history as you will visits their historical and amusement places. some of the choices are U.S, China, Japan, Indonesia, Philippines, South Korea, Australia, France, Hong Kong and many more. Wherever you want to go it is your choice, your trip and your lifestyle.

BY: MARLON A. EPIZ
BJ3-1N

Viewing Habits

Filipinos are well known for being very dedicated and hard working employees, proving their sincerity to their professions and loyalty with the company.

after a long day of stressful work, they habitually sit back and relaxed in front of the television to watch their favorite evening shows. Showing how the T.V network had its vital role in the life of the Filipinos.

television companies presented their line-up shows with the News Reports like TV Patrol of ABS-CBN and 24Oras of GMA7 that always keep the people informed and updated on what is happening around.

after making people updates, various teleseryes' are sets to entertain us before we go on to our bed for a rest.

Television viewing is one of the effective ways on re leaving stresses and weariness, thus for the Filipinos, there's no other delicate activity to do excepts from watching T.V especially when you are watching together with your whole family.

"A Family that watch together, stays a happy life together"


Father and sons, primarily they loved watching sports such as, basketball, boxing,soccer,football etc. because of the excitement brought by the intense action in the court and also due for being athletic of the men.



how about the women? they are known for being so emotional and loved to watch love story movies or the teleseryes here in the Philippines. they easily catches by the dramatic or tragic scenes on movies but we know that there is a good thing in crying. it is proven helps releases the negative energy in our body.

By: Marlon A. Epiz
BJ3-1N

Korean Fashion, IN or OUT?

Philippines is invaded by Korean Culture. We, Filipinos, embraced the culture of the Korean in terms of Koreanovela's, Korean Food and language, fashion trends and hairstyles. Some of us sung the Korean music even though we don't know what does it means. We become a great fan and followers of koreanovelas such as Boys Over Flowers, Full House, Stairway to Heaven and so on. We also patronized the hairstyles of Korean artists such as the hairstyles of F4 boys, the lead artist Boys Over Flower.
Now let us step one closer to the Korean fashion.Everyone of us have an interest in Korean fashions. We will give you some preview of latest Korean fashion.
For Men fashion, CORISCO Mens Fashion Products introduce the Melton Wool Pea Jacket Black.It is Double-breasted with lapel, this classic understated pea jacket can be worn over everything, including a suit. Turn up the collars for additional flair and cover from the wind. Pockets. Dry clean. Wool, viscose and polyester.
In women fashion trends, you can choose a lot of creation from the well known Korean Designer.It includes the famous Elasticized Hem Zip up Vest Black,Hooded Long Zipup Black,Print Dress with turtle neck Top white and many more.

So are you amaze with the Korean Fashion, if you think this outfit suits your taste in fashion.Its better to try it out.You may combine the Philippine fashion and Korean fashion in one. What a great idea? right?








By: Menard Salvador BJ3-1N

Street Foods Fever Worldwide!

Street foods are widely serve in Philippine sidewalk.It is obtainable from street side vendor often from a makeshift or portable stall. While some street foods are regional, many are not, having spread beyond their region of origin. Most street foods are both finger and fast food.

Filipinos have fun eating street foods.It is part of our culture.Wherever and whenever you will saw Filipinos eating street foods.Some think that you will not be completely Filipino if you never experienced eating street foods. Although some criticize the cleanliness and sanitation of street foods that's why they are refusing to even try this reluctant food.

There has a varieties of street food in the Philippines.The most common street foods you will see in our sidewalk include fried squid balls, fish balls, kikiam —a type of processed chicken, which is served on a stick, with a variety of dipping sauces.Roadside stands also serve barbecued pork, chicken,betamax, chicken heads (helmet), chicken feet (adidas) pig's ears (tenga) and chicken intestines (isaw). Among more esoteric foods are balut and penoy (duck eggs; with fetus and without, respectively), tokneneng and quek-quek and deep-fried day-old-chick.

Calamares (battered squid pieces deep-fried in cooking oil [a lot cheaper than the traditionally available]) is also widely consumed throughout the country. It is gaining its popularity because of its cheap price.

Do you know that Street foods are also serve in other country.In Japan,udon, soba, and ramen noodles are ubiquitous, as highlighted in the film Tampopo. Takoyaki(octopus dumplings),nikuman and Castela (a kind of spongecake ) are also famous as street food in Japan.

Some popular street foods in the heart of the the progressive city of South Korea are Tteokbokki, odeng, mandu, gimbap, fried squid, fried shrimp, and chicken skewers foods found in food stalls . Although not that popular today, beondaegi (boiled chrysalis) is stilled served as a snack sometimes. Vendors will fire up their woks or large pots of frying oil in the evenings in anticipation of pedestrian traffic. For breakfast, Korean-style toast sandwiches are still very popular in Seoul and other large cities. Other commonly eaten snacks are sweet-filled pastries such as hotteok and bungeoppang.

Today, street foods are also served in food stand inside the mall and other restaurants.


By: Menard Salvador BJ3-1N

“Think positive”

Achieve a more positive disposition and a stress-free life with these helpful tips:

1. Pray and meditateGo out with friends. Be with funny and happy people.

2. Don’t be with friends who are constantly sad and complaining about life.

3. Affirm yourself everyday even if you do have a problem. Tell yourself, “this is a great day, and my life is great!”

CHARVILIE P. CANTONJOS
BJ 3-1N