Lundo November 1, 2009
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(Sa Iyo, kung sa pakiwari Mo’y gaya Kitang ninanakawan ng bait.
Sapian nawa Tayo ng espada ni San Pablo.
Na patuloy na lasapin ang hapdi.
Sa ikagagaling ng mga sugat na naghahanap ng lunas.)
Ilambong mo, syang makapal na hamog
syang paglugmok
yaong tanang lilo.
Kung bakit ang sampaga kapag
naalimpungatan,
kay bagal.
Kay tagal.
Humahabi ng tila pagal.
Kung sampal man syang abuting
hampas,
hayaan ng iluwa ng ibong may
kaluluwa.
Sa paglaya ng mga nimfas,
aawit syang mga pantas!
October 29, 2009/Police Station 6/Batasan, QC
Deo Gratias!
eraption October 26, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in current events.Tags: joseph estrada for president, joseph estrada running for president
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As always with former president Joseph “Erap” Estrada, political affairs’ grandeur means a large sum of crowd, mostly masses gathered somewhere in a humble suburbs, cheering loudly for his name then shouting affirmation while he speaks of his taunts and jeers to present administration then segue to his own imaginable promises and plans – again for the poor.
Proclaiming his benevolent intention of once again grabbing the nation’s top most electoral seat, Erap once again broke political waves making this coming 2010 polls crazier than ever. No more the two sides of administration trying to cling on to present power and the critical opposition delivering fixtures on present government’s sinful acts. The sides are everywhere. All hopes up (mind you, even June Ebdane is in on it!).
Of course, everyone’s question would be the legality of Erap’s intention in running for the coming election. What with the fact that he was deposed by the phenomenal people power revolution, a well known gambling and jueteng lord and a convicted plunderer, you can’t blame people from raising eyebrows then asking if everything was just a poorly made joke? Like the Holy Bible, our present charter is very much prone to different ‘wild’ interpretation, thus being the effect of its vagueness. However, if you have the pure intention of taking an honest to goodness annotation rather than taking a cleverly political scheme of delusion, it was clear that no president after taking his oath office be allowed to run for any electoral position. The constitution stated: “The president shall not be eligible for any reelection” (Art. VII Sec. 4). And while the fact that he was convicted by an honorable court of plunder, Erap is lobbying on the fact that upon receiving presidential pardon, his political rights were restored.
Article VII, Section 4 is set to avoid political dynasty and long over due regime. Marcos’ 20 years in power in fact gave reference on this part. With Erap, he is determined to win the polls not because of public service or probably to steal more money and revive his financial high status, but rather to purify his stained image that history made him. Stories of casino session while his cabinet members were in for a meeting, series of assassinations formulated by him and strings of ill-gotten wealth will forever hunt the facade of this former all mighty celebrity guy. Country historians as well as those from other nation will never fail to note his previous political disgraces. Such shame needs cover and another shot for presidency is a sure way to scratch, probably not everything but to at least ease things out.
I was asked before by a boss for a presidentiable am rooting for. It was very hard to answer thats question I admit. However, while exchanging thoughts on the present political climate, Erap came in on our conversation. I believe what the boss said that no matter what Erap did before, his natural charm or should we say charisma never fails to enchant people, the masses to be precise. The ‘Erap-para-sa-mahirap-magic’ will always deliver him somewhere unimaginable. The poor will always be there behind this guy. Those who don’t mind the demographics and numbers showing how lamentedly slow the growth of economy during Erap’s time. Those who failed to notice the exchange rates almost reached $1=Php 60 (exaggeration?). These people who are inspired by Erap’s rags to riches story and his hero-like portrayal in the silver screen, the very same people putting him at the top of presidentiable surveys.
The Palace frowns at his declaration. The Supreme Court that would probably end the legality question must remain neutral (though there’s that bit of Chief Justice Puno’s line of endorsement). Opposition splits up. While Erap is high playing on the sentiments of the masses, he should bear in his mind the crime that other people keep track off. Will we take back what we threw away before? Erap’s run would be simply asking Filipinos for a second chance. Are we confident enough gambling for a so-called gambling lord? The decision would always be ours.
calamity reconstruction body October 14, 2009
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am glad it’s no business as usual after the tragedy Pepeng and Ondoy brought to us Filipinos. gloria arroyo is taking a huge step putting up a reconstruction commission that will “undertake a study on the causes, cost and actions to be taken in the wake of typhoons Ondoy, Pepeng and Frank, and to seek fresh aid to fund reconstruction efforts.”
however, before we raise our glasses and shout our hurrahs, the president tasked business tycoon Manny V. Pangilinan to head the said commission with Finance Secretary Margarito Teves and Archbishop Ricardo Cardinal Vidal co-chairing the body, with the latter representing the church. NEDA and the office of the civil defense will act as the secretariat and members from business and NGO’s were already considered, awaiting confirmation.
the commission’s goal is definitely outstanding, since this is no more a band aid solution that even a study to determine the general capacity of some red flagged areas in metro manila being unsuitable for habitation is being considered. this will also strengthen rehabilitation plans also the continous relief operations. housing relocation is also on its list and even a grand plan to “build another canal that would ease the flow of flood waters into Laguna Lake.”
ang tanong, bakit si MVP ang pinili ng presidente to handle the commission? at sino-sino pa ang mauupong mga kagalang-galang na tao na mag-susupervise sa sana’y magiging solusyon. may NGO nga considered to join the body, pero what and who are the people behind these NGOs? baka naman hanggang sa facade lang yan and later we’ll see GMA and his minions’ face lurking behind. bantayan natin ang move na ito at kawawa naman ang mga kababayan naten. grabeng dusa na nga dahil sa bagyo, dusa pa dahil sa gobyernong bulok.
being vigilant doesn’t mean being pessimist. pwede din namang maging okay talaga at maganda ang i-bunga ng komisyon na yan. kailangan din nito ng suporta nateng lahatpara magtagumpay. all am saying is be critical to avoid further constraints so as to truly serve the welfare of our fellow Filipinos.
Pinoy Big Brother Double Up October 4, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in entertainment.Tags: Pinoy Big Brother Double Up, Pinoy Big Brother Double Up Premiere, Pinoy Big Brother Season 3, Why Double Up
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It’s definitely not the premiere I was expecting; far from the usual all glamour and gala like packed with so much gimmicks pilot episode we have witnessed from the past seasons. I was disappointed. But not until part of the mystery of this season’s Pinoy Big Brother Double Up was revealed that I got excited. To prove that is that am writing this blog right after some housemates were introduced.
Anyway, the magical concept did tried to match up the previous admired concept though not all that impressive. Another factor probably is that it is held inside the studio and not at the PBB Eviction Hall also the PDA Concert Hall. The full crowd scene is missing so now I realize it’s a plus factor that makes us say, gosh a lot of people are actually rooting for this show!
Now for my early favorites, number 1 for me would be the Inday Kengkay ng Gen San (am sorry I’m really a sucker for names, I wasn’t able to remember them, except for the twins). She looks like a miniature Kiray! ‘Wag lang sana siyang mag-iinarte at for sure, she will come a long way.
Early favorite number 2 would be the Negosyo Prince. I don’t know, he looks so interesting to me. Number 3 would be the Bad Boy Guy. Sana lang wag sumobra at baka naman siya mauwi siya sa force eviction. Both guys I think have so much to give and I hope di ako magkamali huh!
So much for my early favorites! The twins are awesome don’t you think? I like the first one Toffi and Kenny. So much for the twists and I think we can expect more from PBB this season.
Am uber excited na and I think there’s more housemates on their way so we have to catch them I think on Saturday. Welcome back Kuya!
And in the words of Toni, “Hello Philippines and Hello World!”
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amazing premiere for race 15 October 4, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in entertainment.Tags: Amazing Race, amazing race season 15, Brian and Ericka, CBS, Flight Time and Big Easy, Gary and Matt, Harlem Globetrotters, Lance and Keri, Marcy and Ron, Maria and Tiffany, Meghan and Cheyne, Mika and Canaan, Sam and Dan, Zev and Justin
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CBS’ race around the world premiered with a blast, with their two-hour pilot episode earning hurrahs from fans ’round the globe (including me) with more twists and turns awaiting teams, one of which we already witnessed with a single team being eliminated right there and then at starting point.
The two hour premiere is very complementing as viewers get the chance to get to know well initially all participating teams, which avoids confusion brought by round abouts of the race.
Here are the teams:
MIKA and CANAAN ~ (Newly Dating) Mika Combs (22) is an aspiring singer while Canaan Smith is a songwriter, his work includes the popular hit Runaway. I like Canaan’s competitive mindset, though I was a bit disgusted by the way she treats Mika in crucial points like saying “she wanna ripped her head off.” I hope they stay in game for a long period, though I doubt they would win the million dollar.
ZEV and JUSTIN ~ (Friends) Zev Glassenberg (26) is a sport fanatic with Asperger Syndrome (an autism spectrum disorder; people with it therefore show significant difficulties in social interaction, along with restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests) while Justin Kanew (30) is a VP of Production and Development for National Lampoon. This team is very promising for me and I do hope they would be one of the team to compete in the final three. They tend to be hot headed and clumsy sometimes but I think they’ll get better as the race progresses.
SAM and DAN ~ (Brothers) Sam and Dan McMillen are gay brothers, both came out to each other just last summer with a result of their new found closeness. Asked if they are anxious on comin g out in national television, I admire their answer saying the only fear they had is that people would tend to just identify them as gay rather than the other whole lot hosts of their intricate personality.
MEGHAN and CHEYNE ~ (Dating) Tagged as the blue team, Meghan Rickey (23) and Cheyne Whitney (23) have a very cute love story. The two met during elementary school playing tetherball with a 10 years of friendship, now in their five years of being a couple. What I like with this team is Meghan’s great effort in catching up with Cheyne’s cliche “men competitiveness.” Not your usual “all-complain-blond,” she’s doing the challenges with the best shot she can give. Cheyne on the other hand is very patient compared to other boyfriend racer and is very understanding, which is opposed to his “all high and might jock” image.
FLIGHT TIME and BIG EASY
photo courtersy of homorazzi.com
~ (Teammates) Herbert Lang (32) and Nathaniel Lofton (28) are friends both members of the widely renowed group of Harlem Globetrottters (group exhibiting spectacular basketball moves and tricks that visited Philippines last May 2009). I admit their physiques were real advantage but we all know that’s not what all it takes to be the champion in this crazy race. Anyway, their positive outlook would definitely push them to stay longer in the race or probably give them the chance to grab the million dollar prize.
MARCY and RON ~ (Dating) I said I won’t have favorites this early but I guess Marcy Maloy (60) and Ron Shalita (59) would definitely be one of them. This couple made me giggle in cuteness with them saying “at 60 you can be strong, sexy, vibrant and energetic.” And truth be told! It’s never too late to love right. I must admite Marcy has a tendency to be a little bit side-tracked so I wish she’ll learn to get better during the race.
BRIAN and ERICKA ~ (Married) Marked as the interracial team, Brian Kleinschmidt (27) and Ericka Dunlap (27) exchanged vows two years ago, a clear example that love isn’t just blind but actually color blind. Brian is a Markeitng Tour Manager while Ericka is 2004’s Miss America.
MARIA and TIFFANY ~ (Friends) Maria Ho (26) and Tiffany Michelle (25) are friends for years and are actually professional poker players. In fact, they last women standing in the World Series of Poker Championship Event in 2007 and 2008. Initialy, they try to hide the fact they are actually renowned pro poker players but in a sudden twist of game, someone recognozed the two in an airport plus the fact that other teams were in doubt of them being worker in a non-profit organization.
LANCE and KERI ~ (Engaged) Lance Layne (41) is actually a self-made lawyer (I don’t know what the hell does that mean) with a passion for karate while Keri Morrione (33) is health care finance manager. After Lance proposed last winter, the two are trying to test their relationship in this race around the world hoping with a result of tying the knot soon.
GARY and MATT ~ (Father/Son) This duo actually has to deal with their many differences aside from the obvious age gap. However, Gary Tomljenovich (47) and son Matt Tomljenovich (22) share common thought in entering this race; and that is to give their best shot and establish a bond that will strengthen their father and son relationship.
ERIC and LISA ~ (Married) It was so sad to see this team go and even experience the much awaited race. Eric Paskel (41) and wife Lisa Paskel (43) are married yoga teachers. They were the first to be eliminated in this season’s new twist as they got kicked off the race at its starting point.
You probably would notice which teams am rooting for but I think it’s too early to judge now. Anyway, this season of the race spans eight countries in 21 days so expect the usual crazy stuff, fun and excitement the Amazing Race never fails to give to its audience. [Plus, there are so many hot players huh! =)]
oldies ambassadors for embassy bar October 4, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in lifestyle.Tags: closure order for Embassy SuperClub, Embassy Bar the Fort, Embassy turned hangout for ballroom dancing, Taguig
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photo courtesy of spot.ph
let’s all admit it guys, embassy bar in the fort has always been the subject of scrutiny that turned the not so sharp eyes of authority earning so much flashes from media’s camera lenses. what with the story of petty fights among celebrities, heavily drunked socialites and the not so much proven drug selling within the bar itself. all these raised most of the conservative’s eyebrows marking the beggining of embassy bar as a specimen-like subject under a powerful microscope.
with the latest story of stabbing, a fight between clientele though, alleged the establishment’s security personnel of aiding the suspect in escaping the claws of law enforcers. since then, an indefinite closure was issued by the local government of taguig. all these happened last august 18. this is not the first actually, the bar also received an order of closure last june 2008 based on a complaint of a patron allegedly mauled by the club’s disc jockey.
as of now, talks between the owners of the establishment and city taguig local authorities is on going to petition the re-opening of the popular bar. but before i hear some hurrahs from partyphiles such as me, the bar won’t cater anymore to youngsters and young adults like it used to be. it would be now a haven for oldies who lurve ballroom dancing, a new hang out for such market group. according to tim yap, the bar would be renamed as “Encore Entertainment Complex.”
it was so sad to witness, probably the downfall of embassy where so many party goers, again such as me, enjoy a night of dancing and partying being away from all the drama and actions in our fake double life. for one, this scenario is very unfair. i mean, all these mentioned cases against embassy bar were common to probably 99% of night hangouts across metro manila. most even got worse, not to mention the smokin’ nookies along dark alleys and dimly light rooms of those i-won’t-mention-anymore nightclubs. like what they say, the law applies to all otherwise none at all, right? if they really are serious in apprehending law-breakers regarding clubs and the likes of embassy bar, then we should be seeing at as being done anywhere and everywhere and not just in that certain area of the fort, taguig.
well, i think we still have to see what else would take place in the coming days. as embassy bar promotes, we’re all ambassadors afterall. whatever the outcome of these brouhaha, the party should never stop! see yah at the dance floor…
the comedy of GMA et. al October 3, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in current events.Tags: Bureau of Customs, Bureau of Internal Revenue, Napoleon Morales, Sixto Esquivas, tax on donations for Ondoy victims
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I never knew that donations lent to private-led groups that aim in assisting victims of calamities, like in the case of Ondoy are all subject to donor’s tax.
Commissioner Sixto Esquivas of the Bureau of Internal Revenue said: “Donations done straight to private individuals are subject to donor’s tax. Donations to government and charitable institutions are exempt.”
Even Mrs. Gloria Arroyo stresses this code from the BIR, thus suggesting the public especially Filipinos abroad to divert their donations to government controlled institutions instead of private-led foundations.
And the reason for this? Well, Commissioner Napoleon Morales of Customs said: “It’s our initiative to prevent unscrupulous persons to take advantage of the crisis situation. This is a safety net mechanism. This is also to prevent smuggling.”
Ha ha ha! This punchline is sooo freakin’ good I can’t help but laugh at the sometime puke in disgust! I mean, comedy situations and punchlines were everywhere despite the tragedy we are undergoing, right?
Don’t you think these words were actually meant to be directed to Gloria Arroyo’s administration rather than being a warning to civilian opportunists?
May ituturo akong kasabihan sa inyo mga kagalang-galang na Komisyoner. Bago ninyo pahirin ang dumi sa mga mukha namen, eh alisin ninyo muna ang mga mukha ninyo na nakangudngod na sa burak! Ituro ninyo ng hintuturo ninyo ang ibang tao at nakaturo naman pabalik sa inyo ang tatlo!
Like others, I would also like to give them the benefit of the doubt. Maybe there’s that little nobility on this plan in centralizing all donations that would promote smooth and organize system in helping our Filipino brothers and sisters. But then, where’s the seriousness of this claim having Commissioner Morales throw those words if everyone in the country is fully aware of his Bureau (customs) being notorious in corruption and smuggling?
Karamihan sa narinig kong comment, mas gugustuhin pa nilang magbayad ng napakalaking tax kesa ipagkatiwala sa gobyernong ito ang kanilang mga donasyon. Putol na ang pisi ng tiwala ng mga Pilipino sa gobyernong walang pakundangan ang pananamantala. Sa tax na nga lang kikita na sila eh, gusto pa nila yung buong-buo nilang nanakawin yung pera. Sobra na yan, hindi na nakakatawa promise!
A call to ostracize ‘Merceditas’ October 2, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in current events.Tags: impeachment complaint against merceditas guttierez junked, Merceditas Guttierez, Office of the Ombudsman
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Aside from the previous wrath Filipinos suffered from Ondoy, the mourning never ceases as the Lower House officially junk impeachment case against the ever controversial Merceditas Guttierez of the Office of the Ombudsman.
While the backs of Filipinos were turned in busy times of recovering and lending out help and assistance to fellow victims of Ondoy, the men and women of Gloria Macapagal Arroyo in the Lower House busied themselves saving Guttierez’s ass from the shame of being ostracized in her beloved office near squatters area.
The majority that voted for the cancelation of the complaint declare it as “insufficient in substance.”
I wonder what “substance” our ever adored majority in Congress is looking for where the complaint, in a report in BusinessMirror so overwhelmingly stated that:
“Gutierrez was accused by civil-society groups of betrayal of public trust and culpable violation of the Constitution for her alleged failure to perform her duties and responsibilities to prosecute those involved in the P1.3-billion Mega-Pacific election-computerization scam, the $2-million extortion case against former justice secretary Hernando Perez, the P728-million fertilizer-fund scam, the P6.9-million “euro generals” case, the multibillion-peso World Bank road-project collusion scheme, and arbitrary dismissal and suspension orders against local officials.”
So, to simply matters, the majority is saying that 1.3 billion pesos plus 2 million dollars plus 728 million pesos and 6.9 million pesos equals a not so important amount to be questioned whereas Filipinos across the country and the entire world are suffering from poverty. Wow! Only in the Philippine Congress that these amounts weren’t so important for as long as you maintain a good bloodline directed to the president’s husband.
Hurried majority even forgot to take minority’s vote for the complaint in their urgency to pass on the motion while the media and civil society groups are busy in rescue and relief operation.
Because of the turn out of events, we hopefuls shall continue viewing the Office of the Ombudsman as a mere decoration with no absolute function in a balance that should be sustained in this corrupt system of government. We shall never see a concrete reform unless the likes of Merceditas Guttierez along with all kins and relatives of Gloria Arroyo and her ever saint of a husband abandon their offices in a mandatory state. Their jubilation will always be the lamentation of Filipino people who only have his fellow “simpleton” to lean on and not the gods and goddesses, meaning this administration’s minions.
CPP-NPA to aid storm victims September 29, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in current events.Tags: CPP-NPA aids storm Ondoy victims
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I admire the Communist Party of the Philippines initiative to participate in the present country-wide bayanihan effort in restoring cities and provinces devastated by storm Ondoy.
Their offensive operations in Southern Tagalog and Central Luzon were halted, that guerrilas were told by rebel leaders to aid in relief efforts.
“The millions who were isolated and swept by the floods and landslides are victims not just of the sevre natural calamity, but moreso of the longstanding big bureucratic corruption and government indiffirence and mispriorities,” a statement which came from the distinguished communist group.
Amen to that! Actually, we don;t need to elaborate anymore on that side, making the “obvious” obvious that government for the nth time failed dismally.
This example prove that in this time of calamity, political colors do not matter and that in the end, it us fellow Pinoys who will have to take care of each other and not to depend on big people with little sympathy for us.
Everybody Hates Jacque Bermejo September 28, 2009
Posted by eriktenedero in current events.Tags: Hate Jacque Bermejo, insult to victims of Ondoy, Jacque Bermejo, Jacque Bermejo Facebook, Ondoy, Pinay in Dubai
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IN just a few hours, the controversial Jacque Bermejo earned worldwide hate campaign from Fil
ipinos across the world over her tactful wall post in her Facebook account.
The text goes: “buti n lng am hir in dubai! maybe so many sinners bak der! so yeah deserving wat hapend!” (refering to the extent of damages Ondoy brought to Philippine’s capital region)
A group in Facebook promoting hate and disgust towards this controversial Filipina probably working in Dubai, already gained 8, 597 .
Due to this insensitive commentary, everybody seems to be interested in doing background check of this lady. Some even found where she is currently employed, bombarding her employers with e-mails expressing their disgust and the extent of insult Filipinos in Metro Manila received. While others tracked down her multiply site, thus gaining more hate mails from thousands of Filipinos.
LATEST UPDATE: Jacque is now defending herself saying her Facebook account was hacked and it wasn’t her fault such shameful and insulting post appeared on her account…
Actually, I pity her because she did something without thinking of the possible outcomes or consequences. We are the dawn of Information Technology era and expect that communication system is incredibly fast. I don’t buy her excuse actually. However, maawa na din tayo kasi grabe na natanggap niyang insulto at hate-mails, he he…
So, what do you think??
(Note: Hindi po ako ang may gawa ng mga edited pictures niya)
