Filipino Journal Manitoba Edition Jan. 20 - Feb. 05, 2015

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Page 5► Justin Merluza of Just-In Couture captured two awards at the 2015 Wonderful Wedding Show with “Best Booth of 2015” and “Best in Table Escape” at the Wedding Show’s Inspiration Gallery. The “Best Booth” is voted by all participants, vendors and exhibitors while the “Best in Table Escape” is voted by visitors to the Wonderful Wedding Show. Photo by Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal.

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The Calamba Association of Manitoba hosted thier Christmas party earlier this month at North Centennial Community Centre.

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Justin Merluza wins two major awards at the Wonderful Wedding Show 2015!

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Justin Merluza, designer and owner of Just-In Couture Event Decor, is in the Cloud 9, a feeling of consummate joy and fulfillment after winning two major awards at the recently concluded Wonderful Wedding Show 2015 at RBC Convention Centre.

The 1st major award is the hotly coveted Wonderful Wedding Show's Best Booth of 2015, voted by all the participants/ vendors/exhibitors of the most popular wedding show, edging out a company which had been a perennial winner. And now Justin Merluza of Just-In Couture Event Decor, awarded the highest honor, with so much complements and recognitions.

"I am very lucky and happy for this award. This is my major accomplishment in my second

year to join this prestigious wedding show, and because of our hardwork and dedication, especially my family, we are recognized for what we have done, to bring my creativity into the highest level," says Justin Merluza.

For many years only one company had been winning this coveted prize, but this year, 2015, it is the turn of Justin Merluza who joined the wedding show only last 2014.

"At the beginning, our focus is to do the best, my mom and dad and members of family, have been working hard to help me attain what I wanted to be, and now, my second year, I was challenged to excel, and I succeeded," Justin adds.

The 2nd award is the Wonderful Wedding Show Inspiration Gallery, best in Tableescape 2015 which had a 11-foot gold tree and live finch birds. This award was voted by the would-be brides who attended the show.

"Yes, hardwork and dedication, and especially, dreaming big are ingredients for Justin's success, and we are supporting him to all his endeavour, and we are happy for his accomplishments,"say Olie and Precy Merluza (Mrs. Philippines-Manitoba 2014), Justin's parents. "Our family is totally involved."

Winning major awards are the results of Justin's inherent

talent and dedication,and after his graduation at the University of Fraser Valley in Vancouver with a degree on Fashion Design and Business, he knew that the promise of venturing into fashion business is in the right direction.

He has been the most-sought our fashion designer in Winnipeg and other cities for weddings and other social events, event decor artist, surpassing his expectations; and hopefully with these awards, new facilities and warehouses are in the plans for this year.

"Hopefully, we will go forward and be able to elevate the wedding ensemble into the next

level of excellence," Justin says with a smile.

Justin has a show room in the city and you may see him and view the show room by appointment only. Phone: 204960-9114.

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The Wonderful Wedding Show, Take Four!

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A snapshot from The Wonderful Wedding Show with Wayne Sardea, modelling a stunning suit from EPH Apparel.

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his year marks my fourth visit to The Wonderful Wedding Show. And yes, if you’re wondering, every year still manages to be as wondrous as the last.Ironically, I visited the show only once for my own wedding.

That was last year, when I had the chance to seriously soak in the grandeur of it all.

If you haven’t been to the show before - whether you’re a bride-to-be, wedding party member, or general wedding enthusiast – I recommend giving it a go. I can’t understate the number of things to see and do, whatever

your role or interests may be. They even accommodate male guests in the EPH Apparel Grooms Lounge, which overflows with fancy suits, televisions and booze.

Visiting the vendors is a chance to see, hear, taste, touch and smell everything in the flesh.

Whether you want to examine the fine craftsmanship on a set of stationary, cake or bouquet, everything you need to assemble your complete wedding look book is right there at your fingertips.

As a former bride and frequent wedding show visitor, I’ve figured out a few tips to make the most of your trip: •Know what you need. When I went to the show after my engagement, I wrote out a list of vendors I wanted to see. Perhaps you’re still exploring options for videographers, or you heard great things about a certain florist and you want to see their work. I suggest singling out a few booths on your “must see” list, because combing through each one individually will most certainly be the death of you.

•Keep an open mind. Maybe you stumbled upon a photographer’s

website and thought they were the perfect fit for your wedding day. If you’re on the verge of booking a vendor, take the time to visit them in person. Though their portfolio is a big factor in your decision making process, it’s also important to gel with the business you decide to hire. Most of them are as nice as spice, but it never hurts to reaffirm your confidence in them.

•Fill out those ballots! The wedding show is notorious for passing around giveaways out of wazoo. You’ll pick up plenty of bags, brochures, business cards and free food samples (my

favourite part, personally). Most importantly, enter into as many draws as possible. Vendors will give away free wedding packages to attract guests to their booths.

The most efficient way to sign up is by pre-print your name, address, phone number and e-mail address onto adhesive mailing labels.

Believe me, this will save you from some major midday hand cramps.

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The Wonderful Wedding Show fashion show featuring the latest bridal trends and styles for 2015.

Janine Quijano and Janine Urbano sandwich "Say Yes To The Dress" host, Randy Fenoli during the Wonderful Wedding Show.

Phinky & Don Fuentes of the Cupcake Corner.

The wonderful team at Aldo Formals, (l-r) Chuck Edwards, Cathy Marquez, Adonis Mogatas, Ken Lozano and Paul Cheema.

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Another Interesting Year in Music On Some Alternative Rock / New Wave Albums in 2014 (part 1)

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s I have done for a few years now, I write my endof-the-year article listing albums released in the previous

year. This disproves again the claim of many people that "music nowadays is crap," "there are no more interesting artists or music

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nowadays," or "they don't make good music anymore."

People who think that way are simply not doing their homework.

They are most likely basing their claim on only what they hear on radio stations or see on commercial TV. Or, they just simply stopped listening to new music and decided to content themselves in the music of their younger days.

There's nothing wrong with limiting one's listening pleasure to the music of one's youth, but to claim that the reason for doing so is the lack of good new music in the current generation is invalid, narrowminded, and shortsighted.

In the Internet age, any passionate music enthusiast should be able to know whatever is new in music, whatever genre that might be.

Here are some albums, may be classified under New Wave / Alternative Rock, that were released in 2014. They made the year as musically refreshing and interesting as any other year since vinyl records, cassette tapes, and CDs were invented.

The Afghan Whigs - Do to the Beast American Authors - Oh, What a Life And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead - IX B-Movie - The Age of Illusion Better than Ezra - All Together Now Billy Idol - Kings & Queens of the Underground Black Keys - Turn Blue Blondie - Ghosts of Download Bombay Bicycle Club - So Long, See You Tomorrow

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5. Time-limited. A time-limited goal has specific timelines and a deadline. This will help motivate you to move towards your goal and to evaluate your progress.

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Mayweather must confirm fight until this month

Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao has given Floyd Mayweather until the end of the month to confirm that the unbeaten American will fight him on May 2.

Pacquiao says he and promoters Top Rank have agreed to terms that include giving Mayweather a 60 percent cut of the proceeds in a megafight, including issues such as the gloves to be used and a drug testing protocol. Pacquiao added that the

deadline is necessary so that his team can choose another opponent if Mayweather refuses to sign the May 2 Las Vegas fight.

Mayweather (47-0, 26 knockouts) and eight-division world champion Pacquiao (57-5-2, 38 knockouts) are two of the greatest boxers of their generation and experts believed that the fight would be a mega hit that will shatter all boxoffice and television revenue records.

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Gokongwei denied that overbooking is the primary cause of the holiday fiasco. He cited other factors namely undermanned operations, absenteeism of staff, as well as Cebu Pacific’s failure to anticipate the effects of the holiday peak season. The company was fined P52 million by government for the holiday debacle.

Pope Francis experiences Filipino hospitality Pope Francis and the papal entourage was recipient of the famous Filipino hospitality during his five-day state visit and apostolic journey to the Philippines.In a CBCP News post, Papal Nuncio to the Philippines Archbishop Guiseppe Pinto said the Holy Father and the authorities in Vatican want to thank the Filipinos for the best hospitality they received everywhere they went. Vatican Radio reported that Pope Francis sent a telegram to President

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Aquino thanking him for his meaningful visit to the country.

Pope Francis, his entourage, and Vatican-accredited media that include 14 Filipino journalists left Villamor Air Base in Pasay City on board “Shepherd One,” a special Philippine Airlines flight, at 10:12 a.m. last Monday, January 19.

They arrived in Rome’s Ciampino Airport at about 5:26 p.m., Monday, January 19, (12:26 a.m., Jan. 20, Manila time), the Vatican Radio announced.

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Expression of joy and faith overwhelm Pope Francis was one of the strongest tropical cyclones ever recorded that killed or left missing more than 7,000 people and badly destroyed villages in this central Philippine province in 2013. The Pope said the mass in Tacloban was emotionally moving for him when he saw the people standing still and praying. He added that he felt as though he was annihilated (“wiped out”) and almost couldn’t speak.

Pope Francis is back in Rome after a historic pastoral and state visit to the Philippines where he was greeted by millions of cheering people who braved rain and steaming heat and waited several hours just to get a glimpse of him.

While travelling to the Philippines from Sri Lanka, the Pontiff said he wants to send a message to the poor who face "social, spiritual and existential" injustices. In a country composed of 80 million Catholics but with a quarter of the population living below the poverty line, the call for the church to embrace the poor has struck a deep chord.

Speaking during his flight from the Philippines onboard the Italy-bound Philippine Airlines chartered plane, Pope Francis

Pope Francis also remembered Kristel Padasas, the young woman who died in a freak accident after attending the Holy Mass.

The Pope also discussed other issues such as the Charlie Hebdo Paris attacks and birth control, among others while on the plane. The Jesuit-run America Magazine ran a full transcript of Pope’s plane press conference.

Meanwhile, President Aquino also spoke to Pope

shared that what he like best during visit was the “gestures” by which Filipinos expressed their joy and faith. He said the Filipinos reacted from deep inside their heart, encompassing feelings from faith, love, the family, delusion, and the future.

He acknowledged the actions of the fathers who brought their children and the mothers with sick kids who proudly showed them to him to be blessed. The Pontiff also noted the capacity of Filipinos to celebrate and the ability to show genuine joy amidst the hardship of life.

Pope Francis also revealed that he was shaken in Tacloban which he also visited to console the survivors of Typhoon Haiyan.

Known in the Philippines as Typhoon Yolanda, the storm

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Francis on the determination of his government to eradicate poverty, notwithstanding that his office e has been at loggerheads with the local Roman Catholic Church over a 2012 reproductive law that promotes artificial birth control.

Pope Francis is the fourth pontiff to visit the Philippines.

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The people’s pope, the poor’s hope Pope Francis’s visit to the Philippines couldn’t have come at a better time.

Beset with corruption scandals, social problems, hunger, poverty, and the catastrophic destruction caused by super typhoon Haiyan/ Yolanda, Pope Francis comes at a time when the people – particularly the poor -- seek spiritual intervention to lift them from the social morass that plagues their lives.

It did not then come as a surprise that upon Pope Francis’ arrival at the Villamor Airbase, tens of thousands of Filipinos braved the rain and lined the streets for hours just to catch a glimpse of their beloved Santo Papa (Holy Father) in his Pope mobile on his way to the Apostolic Nunciature where he was billeted during his stay.

The following day, he flew to Tacloban City in Leyte – defying typhoon Amang – to meet the surviving families of the victims of Yolanda. And just like in Manila, the people of Tacloban braved the punishing rainstorm to demonstrate their love for “Papa Francisco” as he rode in his Pope mobile wearing a yellow raincoat, waving to the enthusiastic Leytenos.

On the third day, Pope Francis held Mass at the University of Santo Tomas. Before the Mass, he had an emotional encounter with former street children.

Glyzelle Palomar, a 12-yearold taken in by a church charity, wept as she asked how God could allow children to descend into prostitution and drug addiction.

“She is the only one who has put a question for which there is no answer and she wasn't even able to express it in words but in tears,” the Pope told those who were at the event.

On the fourth day of his visit, Pope Francis held an afternoon Mass at the Quirino Grandstand in Luneta. The event drew a crowd of more than six million, a new world record for a Papal Mass. The devotees came from all over the country. They started arriving in the early hours of the day and waited standing in the rain for hours on end, which makes one wonder: How many more would have attended the Mass if it wasn’t raining?

Soaked in the rain, many of them had nothing on but clothing drenched wet and cold. Indeed, it was the ultimate display of their devotion to that one person whom they hope would deliver them from the clutches of social and

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moral decadence that is plaguing the country today.

Activism Known for his compassion for the poor, the powerless, and the hopeless, Pope Francis belongs to the Society of Jesus -or Jesuits -- a militant organization that is noted for its educational, missionary, and charitable works.

Argentine-born, Pope Francis is the first Jesuit who was elevated to the papacy of the Roman Catholic Church. It is no surprise then that his militant discipline and activism have brought him to the forefront in the fight for social justice. Indeed, he has been making waves that no other pope before him had dared.

His trip to the Philippines was no exception.

With the culture of corruption that pervades in government, Pope Francis saw an opportunity to impart his thoughts when he paid a courtesy call on President Benigno Aquino III in Malacañang on January 16.

In his speech before a group of high government officials and members of the Diplomatic Corps, the Pope said: “As many voices in your nation have pointed out, it is now, more than ever, necessary that political leaders be outstanding for honesty, integrity and commitment to the common good. In this way they will help preserve the rich human and natural resources with which God has blessed this country.”

His tone and choice of words in his speech in Malacañang was polite compared to some of his past sermons and homilies that often include fire-and-brimstone language. In one of his daily morning Mass inside his Vatican residence, he delivered a fiery sermon against corruption where he quoted a passage from the Bible where Jesus said: “Some sinners deserve to be tied to a rock and thrown into the sea.”

In another sermon, he said: “Christians who lead ‘a double life’ by giving money to the Church while stealing from the state are sinners who deserve to be punished.” He criticized Catholics who enrich themselves from graft. “Those who take kickbacks have lost their dignity and give their children dirty bread,” he said.

He likened corruption to drug addiction. “We might start with a small bribe, but it’s like a drug,” he said.

The Holy Father also described people engaged in corruption as “whitewashed tombs,” saying that “they appear beautiful from the outside, but

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inside they are full of dead bones and putrefaction.” “A life based on corruption is varnished putrefaction,” he said.

These sermons remind me of the Philippine lawmakers who were involved in the Pork Barrel Scam, one of the worst – if not the worst -- corruption scandals in the country. It’s a well-known fact that Philippine politicians are some of the most religious people… at least in appearance.

They’re very generous in supporting charitable causes. But where they get the money they donate makes one wonder if they earned it legitimately.

Faux pas The low point during the Papal visit was during President Aquino’s speech following Pope Francis’ speech in Malacañang.

Aquino noted that the Church had “always been at the forefront of championing the rights of all, especially those of the marginalized.” But he said that he find it hard to understand why members of the clergy -once advocates for the poor, the marginalized, and the helpless -- have suddenly become silent in the face of the previous administration’s abuses, which he claimed his administration is still trying to rectify to this very day.

“In these attempts at correcting the wrongs of the past, one would think that the Church would be our natural ally. In contrast to their previous silence, some members of the clergy now seem to think that the way to be true to the faith means finding something to criticize, even to the extent that one prelate admonished me to do something about my hair, as if it were a mortal sin. Is it any wonder then, that they see the glass not as halffull, or half-empty, but almost totally empty.

Judgment is rendered without an appreciation of the facts,” Aquino said.

The question is: Why did Aquino chastise the Catholic clergy in front of the Holy Father, right inside his palace?

And to what end? Does he expect the Pope to punish the prelate who suggested that he do something about his hair? And why did he even mention the “abuses” under former president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s administration? What has that to do with the Pope’s pastoral visit?

I think it’s time for Aquino to grow up and stop throwing tantrums in front of his guest who happens to be the spiritual leader of the two billion Catholics that inhabit the Earth.

Aquino should be thankful that the Vicar of Christ had included the Philippines in his itinerary during his presidency, the fourth such occasion in Philippine history. That should add a feather in his cap.

And at the end of the day, as we bid the Holy Father, “Arrivederci Papa Francisco,” he will be remembered for a long time as the people’s pope, the poor’s hope.

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Pope Francis is the pope of the people!

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ith more than six millions devotees who braved the rain and cold at the Luneta papal mass, Pope Francis has become the religious fortitude, an inspiration and powerful moving spiritual father of more than 80 million Roman Catholics in the Philippines, and most specially, the hope and the sunshine of million of children whom he has hugged, kissed, embraced, smiled, whispered and talked with his voice, so assuring, and so fatherly.

Even the international and local media had captured the religious intensity of the people, and ever smiling, always waving Pope Francis. As described by

"Salamat sa Diyos at nakita ko ng personal si Papa Francis, binabasbasan niya ako, at sa tulong ng Diyos, mahi-heal ako sa aking sakit, " a forty-year old woman said when asked by one of the reporters. Other woman said: "Kahit hindi ko nakita si Papa Kiko, masaya na ako. at kasama ako dito sa daming taong naghihintay sa kalsada."

Upon his arrival in the Philippines to start the 5-day visit, the Filipinos in millions, waited and cheered along the routes leading to the airport, to say mass at the Manila Cathedral,to UST, and to Luneta for the final mass.

And when he arrived in Tacloban, despite the signal No. 2 of tropical tyhpoon Amang, he was able to meet and greet thousands of people along the way, during the mass at the Tacloban airport; and in Palo, Leyte, where he apologized for cutting short his visit. And he blessed all the Leytenos, and those devotees/ typhoon victims who attended from the neighboring provinces.

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After the mass, one volunteer died due to the bad weather and Pope Francis consoled with the father of the victim and gave him a rosary and a religious medal.

Before the mass in Luneta on the last day of his visit, Pope Francis met the more than 20,000 youth and children at the Pontifical University of Santo Tomas where the rally for the youth was held.

With so much meaning of his presence and his messages, the youth and children listened intently to the Holy Father and what caught most of the attention when he mentioned about the three languages: the language of the mind (to think); the language of the heart (to feel) and the language of giving. He requested the audience to repeat the three languages. And when a 12-year old girl, Glyzelle Palomar, a former street child, wept as she told her story and asked why God had allowed children to suffer so much. Touched by the girl's action, Pope Francis replied:

"Only when we are able to cry we are able to come closer to respond to your questions.

If you can only record all the wisdom of Pope Francis, one can be totally enlightened his purpose in visiting the Philippines.Even in the early preparation, he wanted to meet the youth and the children, no lavish receptions and gatherings, more time to the Yolanda typhoon victims, and most important, no grrandstanding by politicians.

In one of his qoutes: "Through sin, man has destroyed the beauty and unity of human family creating structures which perpetuate poverty, ignorance and corruption."

While heading to Rome, millions of Filipinos still chanting: Papa Francesco! And requesting him to return.

Yes, Pope Francis, an Argentinian, is the pope of the people, especially for the more 80 million Filipinos who have gained so much blessing,so much faith and hope, for better life.

Caroline Wyatt, BBC religious correspondence, she broadcasts: "The atmosphere has been electrifying, despite the heavy rains, Pope Francis' visit has been a resounding success. There's been enormous enthusiasm for the Pope and themes he's focused on: helping the poor, the importance of the family, and protecting the environment."

Other broadcasts and print media had played the warmest welcome by the Filipinos, with more 80 millions are Roman Catholic, on how they braved the rain and waited for many hours, just to see Pope Francis, waving and smiling in the jeepney like pope's mobile.

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It was at the 2012 North American International Autoshow when Acura announced the NSX Supercar Concept. I remember all the buzz from that announcement and when the rumours that an Acura NSX production model was to be unveiled during this year's show in Detroit, I was

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Kids Fishing For A Cure

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after reading an earlier article.

Even though it was very cold that first trip out, he and his wife are determined to ice some fish before the end of winter. I had the flu over the holidays unfortunately but that didn't stop my wife Divine and our girls from competing at the derby. They didn't catch any fish but still had fun trying and proving that they don't need me to go fishing. Get out and enjoy a winter activity this season.

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Jamie Rivera still performs and writes pop music

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Jamie shared she always perform her pop hits during shows, such as “Hey, It’s Me,” and songs from ‘Miss Saigon” which incorporate her musical theater career. As to composing pop songs, she has a composition included in Janella Salvador’s coming album and has also submitted an entry for the Himig Handog songwriting contest.

The singer also performed her original composition, “We are All God’s Children” in two events during Pope Francis visit, at the meeting with the families at Mall of Asia Arena, and the youth gathering at the University of Santo Tomas.

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Joniver Robles at a loss on 'The Voice' dismissal Joniver Robles of Team Bamboo is puzzled why he was removed from “The Voice” Philippines after the Knockout rounds of the January 19 episode of the show.

Joniver has since posted on his Facebook account his claim that the management or even his coach didn't contact him to discuss the reasons for his disqualification.

He also claimed that people made up lies to be used against him that resulted to his removal from the competition His slot in the competition will be taken over by Rita Martinez in accordance with the rules laid by Talpa, the owner of the “The Voice” franchise.

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s. Philippines-Universe MJ Lastimosa was featured in the recently-released second trailer for the 63rd annual Miss Universe pageant.

MJ was shown with the representatives of Brazil, Finland and Guam, among others, in the one-minute and eleven seconds clip. Considered by some as among early favorites to win the title, the 27-year-old computer engineering graduate flaunted her winning figure during the recent Swimsuit Runway Show of Miss Universe held at Trump National Doral hotel in Florida, USA. The coronation night will be held on Sunday, Jan. 25 (Monday morning Philippine time).

Boxing champ Manny Pacquiao will sit as one of the judges in the pageant. The Philippines last won the Miss Universe crown 42 years ago in 1973 courtesy of Margie Moran.

British band Architects makes Philippine debut

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Architects has already produced six albums since 2004.

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Pope Francis espouses responsible parenthood Pope Francis said Catholics don’t have to breed “like rabbits” and should instead practice “responsible parenting.” Speaking during his flight from the Philippines onboard the Italy-bound Philippine Airlines chartered plane, the Pontiff said there are plenty of church-approved ways to regulate births. He also defended the 1968 encyclical

Humanae Vitae, which enshrined the church’s opposition to artificial birth control.

Former health secretary Esperanza Cabral yesterday agreed with the pronouncement of Pope Francis that Catholics do not have to breed “like rabbits.” Meanwhile, Reps. Lito Atienza of Buhay party-list and Amado Bagatsing of

said the pope’s call has long been the Church’s position on family planning. For her part, Gabriela party-list Rep. Emmerenciana de Jesus, said the Pope’s statement should be taken in the context of the state’s having the primary obligation of ensuring the best quality of life for families.

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Small Town Students Can Discover, Achieve and Belong at UWinnipeg

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Catherine Nado knew from an early age that her love of science and desire to one day work in the medical field would require postsecondary education. Growing up in La Broquerie, Manitoba, a town of just over 1,000 residents about 70 km southeast of Winnipeg, she also knew that this meant having to leave her rural home to pursue her studies.

After careful consideration of her post-secondary options, she realized she needed a university that offered both high quality science labs and small class sizes, to help ease the transition from a small K-12 school of 300 students to university life.

Catherine chose the University of Winnipeg, starting her first year as a Biopsychology major, which combined her love of science and her emerging interest in psychology. Even in the first term she was able to take advantage of the state-of-the-art teaching labs at the Richardson College for the Environment and Science Complex, which keeps the lab classes capped at 24 students each - a nice small class where you can easily get to know your professor and fellow students.

The commute to the UWinnipeg from La Broquerie takes about 45 minutes, so for her first year she decided to live on campus, at McFeetor’s Hall Great-West Life Student Residence, rather than make the drive every day. As a selfdescribed shy person, Catherine was suddenly socializing with other students from around

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“In my opinion, UWinnipeg's best quality is its abundance of opportunities,” she says. “Hands-on labs, work-study programs that allow me to gain research experience, a downtown location that makes exploring the city easy, and a smaller, more communal campus that facilitates getting to know other students.”

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Horoscope Staying on bed all day could be due to influences that leave you feeling tired and reluctant. There’s an upside, too, as you might feel inspired to paint, play music, or get back in touch with the dancer within. Yet friends invite you and people seem eager to have you around. Expect invitations with many opportunities to network or find a special date. Be ready to focus and get some work done.

Don’t get pulled into plan that may not be in your best interests. An exciting blend of energies hints that all that glitters isn’t gold. If in doubt, try to get someone’s advice or do a little detective work yourself. This is a good time to abolish debt and find ways to save money where possible. Later, some well-paid work might put a smile on your face.

Get ready to be enthralled, as a very romantic alignment could occur simultaneously with a special date or meeting that makes you light up happiness. You may feel as though you’ve met “the one,” and of course there’s a good chance you have. However, it pays to get to know the person better before you head off into the sunset. It’s also an opportunity to add glitter to your current relationship.

Try not to get hooked into any get-rich-quick plan, as they may promise a lot more than they can deliver. If you’re eager to earn extra cash, it might be better to focus on more dependable kinds of work. Expect that things may not go exactly as planned. However, if it’s meant to be, you certainly won’t lose out.

Get the advice of a practical friend if you’re faced with a decision and don’t know what to do next. A strong influence could knock you off course, encouraging you to take action when you aren’t ready to do so. However, this influence can help you think outside the box. If you’ve had an ongoing problem, you may see a way to resolve it.

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A misunderstanding could affect a relationship, meaning that you may lose faith in someone you once trusted. It’s best to keep an open mind, as things may not be what they seem. An issue in lifestyle may let you start a new diet routine. If you get moving on this now, you may find it easier to stick with it.

You could meet hindrances to your progress as an edgy link develops, bringing frustration in its wake. Perhaps you’ll be tied up with red tape or work, or find that a promise has been broken. Whatever the situation, patience will help you navigate your way through the days ahead and help you find a way to resolve problems. Romance looks very possible, bringing a chance to take a friendship or liaison to the next level.

With your practical attitude, you may have trouble getting your head around an idea that isn’t based on fact. Bearing this in mind, you may not trust your intuition, especially if you’re getting a message to do something that doesn’t make sense. But by trusting what comes to you and acting on it, you may get better results immediately. There’s also a romantic note to the week, which might inspire you to write a love letter or poem to a significant other.

A special date could take your breath away. A lovely blend of energies encourages you to connect with a significant other and have a wonderful time. Think roses, candlelight, and a kiss under the stars. This is a good time to get into some small DIY projects for home improvement. Be cautious or avoid signing contracts this week.

This is your chance to make changes to any area of life you choose - and the sooner the better! You also need to factor delays into the equation. If a project takes a while to get going, keep doing what you’re doing and you’ll get results further down the line.

You may finally get a chance to resolve a problem that’s been causing tension for some time. Insights or a subtle understanding may be all it takes for you to see the truth of the situation and know what to do next. There’s plenty of action in your communication area and start on an idea you’ve been pondering. This could be an opportunity to take a class or begin earning money using the Internet.

Your motivation improves, encouraging you to get going regarding an idea or creative project. Romance is also in the air, making this a good time to connect with a love interest for a special date, or tempt your sweetheart with a candlelit meal. If you’ve been meaning to take up meditation or yoga, this is the time to start. You’ll be likelier to stick with it.

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Winnipeg Jets Report

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collar approach has seen them battle for a playoff spot but landed just short of expectations. This year, they have quietly become a Central division contender and

have gained the attention and respect of the entire league.

After a 5-1 demolishing of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Jets hit a brief stumbling block.

Without the services of star forward Joe Thornton, the San Jose Sharks still managed to walk away from the MTS Centre with two points. With the Sharks leading 2-1 in the third period, newly acquired Jay Harrison scored for the Jets to tie the game. With time winding down, Marc-Edouard Vlasic scored with under five seconds left off a set play giving the Sharks a 3-2 win.

Michael Hutchinson stopped 34 of 37 shots for Winnipeg in a losing cause.

Penalties have been the weakness for the Winnipeg Jets and the Arizona Coyotes exploited that at home. Ex-Jet Shane Doan recorded a goal and two assists on the power play and the Coyotes netminder Mike Smith saved 34 shots in a 4-1 win. Mathieu Perreault scored the lone goal for Winnipeg.

In past years, a west coast road trip spelled trouble for

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the Jets. Cup contenders like the Los Angeles Kings and the Anaheim Ducks usually added to Winnipeg's losing streak. After dropping two straight, the Jets needed to compose themselves and salvage their three game road trip.

Matching firepower with the Los Angeles Kings is usually a recipe for disaster but the Jets did just that. Red-hot Mathieu Perreault scored a goal and an assist to give the Jets a 3-2 lead after one period. After a scoreless second, the defending champs responded with two goals to jump ahead 4-3. Zach Bogosian responded just two minutes after and tied the affair and sent the game into overtime. With overtime solving nothing, Jets goalie Michael Hutchinson made sure that no puck would pass him in a shootout. Bryan Little scored the only goal in the shootout giving his team a 5-4 victory.

On an emotional night in Anaheim, ex-Jet Teemu Selanne was honoured by the Ducks raising his number 8 into the rafters of the Honda Center. The Jets looked like they would escape California with 4 points. Winnipeg held a 4-2 lead going into the third thanks to Mark Scheifele's goal and assist. Anaheim rallied with two third period goals and stole the extra point beating the Jets in a shootout 5-4. Rikard Rakell had a pair of goals for the Ducks.

Winnipeg returned home and bounced back in a big way. The Jets pounced on the Florida Panthers early and often.

Mathieu Perreault has proven that his acquisition in the off-season was worth every penny. Perreault continued his hot streak scoring four goals in an 8-2 drubbing of the Panthers and also gave coach Paul Maurice 500 career wins.

Perreault talked about his career night and the atmosphere at the MTS Centre.

"I had chills almost as I was sitting on the bench, I almost couldn't believe it," Perreault said. "I had a couple chances to get five goals. It was one of those crazy nights."

Winnipeg headed to the Lonestar state to take on the Dallas Stars. Jets goalie Ondrej Pavelec showed he still has some magic left in him. Pavelec was magnificent stopping 46 of 47 Stars shots leading the Jets to a 2-1 win. Evander Kane scored shorthanded in the third period that held to be the game winner.

In an another statement game, the Jets got a rare sweep of the Chicago Blackhawks in their home building. Captain Andrew Ladd and Bryan Little had a goal and an assist each powering the Jets to a 4-2 win. Hutchinson backstopped the Jets and has had the Blackhawks number all year.

It wasn't all good news. Mathieu Perreault took a cheap shot to the arm from Hawks Daniel Carcillo and will miss some time.

The Jets continued their winning ways at home and avenged their loss to the Coyotes.

The Coyotes rallied from a 3-1 deficit in the third period but Pavelec turned aside all three Coyotes shooters in the shootout for the 4-3 win.

The Jets have quietly risen in the Western Conference standings and only trail the Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues by two points. Winnipeg will look to extend their winning streak to five games as they welcome the Columbus Blue Jackets to the MTS Centre followed by a two game road trip to Pennsylvania to take on the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers.

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And a closely-knit family Christmas party composed of the Valdez family (Green Team); Angel Balmores family (Blue Team); Sumaong family (Purple Team); and the Landicho/Arnel Balmores family (Red Team) got together at the Valdez residence

where they shared the blessings, and to continue dreaming and thanking the Lord for all the graces which are shared by every member in the past years.

And extended gratitude to the Balmores family for realizing the dreams of others.

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n the late ’80s, an aunt of mine who stayed with us loved listening to Filipino Pop ballads. She always made sure that the radio dial was on her favorite FM station, Mellow Touch (DWLL 94.7). Because I grew up in the ’70s with a regular diet of music, courtesy of our family’s well-used turntable in our house and the jukebox in

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the restaurant that my family used to own, I enjoyed listening too with the favorite songs of that aunt of mine. One of the Filipino balladeers my aunt was really into during those days was Marco Sison. According to her, she really liked Sison because he had an amiable and charming personality and a soft and gentle voice. I remember my aunt’s

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To this day, I always associate Sison’s songs to that aunt of mine.

Her most favorite song by Sison, which consequently became a favorite of mine too, was “Si Aida, si Lorna, o si Fe.” Born in July 1957, Sison hailed from Tagbilaran, Bohol.

His career took off after winning in a singing contest on Student Canteen, a Philippine noontime variety show popular in the late ’70s through the ’80s. He released a number of studio albums which produced songs like “I’ll Face Tomorrow,” “Ibigay Mo sa Akin ang Bukas,” “Isusumbong Kita sa Diyos,” “Awit Ka ng Puso,” “Miss Manikin,” “Kung Alam Ko Lang,” “Maghihintay na Lamang,” “May Iba Ka Na Ba?,” “Kahit na Minsan Pa,” and “Sabik na Puso.”

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ne of Winnipeg’s fine local Filipino bands, The 12/21, performed recently in their hometown in the Philippines. The band of brothers (Roman, Rico, and Roque Maceda) with their supportive parents spent the last Christmas holidays back home. During their stay, the band staged a successful homecoming concert, on December 20, at Floring's Plaza, in Marikina City. The

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(This column is reserved for the readers of Filipino Journal who have something to say about particular issues concerning, but not limited to, the Filipino culture especially politics and current events. So, if you have something to say, write it down and then submit it to elfideas102@yahoo.com. If we find your article befitting our standards, we will publish it here.—Ed.)

Joe Cocker: ‘You Are So Beautiful’ I was sending some messages to friends one afternoon when I saw the Facebook posting of Eric Clapton that said Joe Cocker passed away at 70. Right away, I found myself humming “You Are So Beautiful,” followed by “With a Little Help from My Friends” and “Up where We Belong.”

Clapton and Cocker are two of my favourite artists.

I remember the first time I sang at one of the folk bars near Welcome Rotunda, in Manila, Philippines, called Chick Fil-A. A friend of mine asked me to go with him and jam during his set.

I was kind of shy then, and the first thing that came to my mind was a song of Ol’ Joe Cocker, “You Are So Beautiful.” When I started singing, the folks begin to sing along with me, with gusto.

Joe Cocker was famous in the Philippines; he still is, especially

to people who love folk rock music.

The applause of the people did something to the mind of a beginner. It inspired new artists like me to join the ranks of veteran folk singers. The place reminded me also of the time when there were big rallies against the abusive regimes that plagued the Philippines in the ’80s to late ’90s.

After those rallies, comrades and friends usually hung out at bars to unwind and do a little assessment of what went on.

Another place that I had a chance to play at was Mayric’s Bar, on España Avenue, in front of UST, in Manila. The first time I went to this bar, in the ’80s, some folk singers dished out Joe Cocker’s songs. Mayric’s was also a hangout of many activists in the ’80s and the ’90s. I hear Bob Dylan’s “Masters of War”;

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Jackson Brown’s “Lives in the Balance,” “Rebel Jesus,” and “Personal Revenge”; Peter Paul and Mary’s version of “Blowin’ in the Wind”; and Christy Moore’s “Viva la Quince Brigada,” being sung by the Filipino folk singer Noel Cabangon. Paul Simon’s songs were also played there, such as “Still Crazy after All These Years.” I like also the songs of Joan Baez. Chikoy Pura with his band The Jerks performed his song “Reklamo” and covers of The Doors. Burt Chaves rendered Cat Stevens’ songs and Gordon Lightfoot’s “If You Could Read My Mind.” My friend Empiel Palma would belt out “You Are So Beautiful,” while another friend, Danny Fabella, would sing his song “Rosas ng Digma.” The three of us would eventually become a trio named Musikang Bayan. We would go to different island gigs all over the country like Cebu, Davao, and the northern part of the Philippines. I really enjoyed those days. While we were on board the ship, people would usually request “You Are So Beautiful.”

My gig at Mayric’s started in the early ’90s. Folks would request me to sing Ol’ Joe’s “You Are So Beautiful,” which inspired me more whenever there were pretty girls in the audience. There I met Noel Cabangon, who was a buddy of Rom Dongeto, who wrote “Kanlungan.” Noel and Rom eventually formed Buklod. I am proud to say that Rom was one of my songwriting teachers when I attended a workshop in Los

Baňos, Laguna. In that workshop also was Kiko of Grupong Binhi from Bagiuo who remains active to this day, writing protest music.

Another bar that became famous in the ’90s was ’70s Bistro. It also became a hangout of activists. Artists who regularly performed there included Joey Ayala, Bayang Barrios, Gary Granada, Ang Grupong Pendong, Asin, Lolita Carbon, Grace Nono, Banyuhay, and Jess Bartolome. I remember the note posted at the door of the bar: “When you enter, you have to leave your ideology outside and just unwind.” This was a time when there was a great debate going on within the social movement on strategy and tactics.

In that bar, you could talk about revolution while somebody wass singing Joe Cocker songs.

In the late ’90s up to the early part of 2000, I played gigs at My Brother’s Mustache Folk Bar, which had branches on Timog Ave. (Quezon City), Jupiter St. (Makati), and Nakpil St. (Manila). I used to play there

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Even there, Cocker’s “You Are So Beautiful” was a hit.

Now that I am here in Winnipeg and learning about the passing of Joe Cocker, I couldn’t help but remember those dandy days when, instead of being focused studying law, I was more into reading Marx and those who debated with his ghost and memorizing songs for my thricea-week gigs. Political Science, Social Theory, and protest music indeed went hand in hand and made my younger life exciting.

In the midst of the great marches for change, one could hear Ol’ Joe Cocker’s belting out “With a Little Help from My Friends“ and “You Are So Beautiful.” Well Ol’ Joe, keep on rockin’ in heaven with your heavenly renditions. Thanks a lot for the music.

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Alibin elected as new MFBC President

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n Jan. 15, members of the Manitoba Filipino Business Council (MFBC) gathered at the Hilton Airport Suites for their inaugural Annual General Meeting. The meeting gave members the opportunity to reflect on major accomplishments from the previous year, and look forward to another bright year ahead.

The outgoing Board of Directors provided reports on behalf of the organization’s Finance, Public Relations, Membership and Events committees. The confidential ballot for the incoming President

and Board of Directors took place following the formal reports. The evening concluded with the ramification of the draft Constitution by the membership.

Congratulations to Hipolito Alibin Jr., new President of the MFBC, and the incoming Board of Directors!

Outgoing Board of Directors: President, Jon Reyes; VicePresident, Hipolito Alibin Jr.; Treasurer, Jeff Doneza; Director of Events, Sammy Sarte; Director of Public Relations, Sheila Tan; Membership Chair, Tes Aiello and Executive Assistant, Katrina Daaca.

Incoming Board of Directors: President, Hipolito Alibin Jr.; Jihan Aquino, Jeff Doneza, Todd Labelle, Valen Vergara, Dale Voluntad and Jackie Wild.

MFBC Constitution signing by President Jon Reyes and Vice-President Hipolito Alibin Jr.

Outgoing MFBC board members at AGM celebrating new constitution and inaugural board elections.

Newly elected MFBC board members joined by council members during the 2015 MFBC Annual General Meeting.

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