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NAGEEMOTE LANG?

2012-01-26T19:15:00.000-08:00

I am turning 30 this year. I know. I am. I am not denying it. But deep inside, there's this voice that keeps on saying that "age is just a number." True naman. In fact, I don't feel I'm turning 30. For me, parang bumabata pa nga ako. Echos lang.

I am the kind of person who sometimes (sometimes lang naman) who over analyze things, especially when it concerns my being. And just last night, sa hindi ko maipaliwanag na kadahilanan, I suddenly felt a certain rush of sadness. Point it to homesickness or whatever, but I just felt alone and yes, a bit sad.

I am happy with what I've had over the past years. I have a very supportive family. I have lots of friends who are always there to cheer me up. Perhaps, yesterday was just one of those emotero days na kailangan kong mag-emote at para ma-feel ang pagkatao ko.

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CHIKAHAN NA EPISODE 4: POLITIKO(S)

2012-01-25T17:14:00.000-08:00

After days of hiatus, Chuck and Chenelyn come back in the blogosphere. At dahil usap usapan ang impeachment trial, the two perky hosts talk about the major role politicians play in the lives of the Filipinos. Siempre, hindi mawawala ang signature okrayan ng dalawa!

Handa ka na bang maaliw, maloka at makichika? Read on na!

FOOD FESTIVAL

2012-01-24T18:54:00.000-08:00

Whenever I visit Manila, it’s a must to indulge in a feast of appetizing treats. With a limited time and things to do on my list, I really try my best to have a taste of all the food that I miss in my home country.

Now, let me share to you this food-packed entry. Enjoy as you peruse this mouth-watering post.

IT'S MORE FUN FUN FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES

2012-01-18T23:12:00.000-08:00

And yeeeeees, I'm finally back in this virtual world. As you all know I went back to the Philippines to present my paper in a conference organized by UP Diliman College of Mass Communication and the National Communication Research Council. The two-day conference was held at UP College of Mass Communication.

Despite my nakakatense and busy schedule in preparation for the conference, I had some time to bond with my family and a few friends. Indeed, it was (will always be) a memorable and fun time to experience the Philippines.

To know more about my adventures, read on.

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CHIKAHAN NA EPISODE 3: WISH KO LANG!

2012-01-08T19:22:00.000-08:00

In this episode of "Chikahan na! Chuck and Chenelyn," dahil ngayon ay ipinagdiriwang ang Araw ng magpagmilagrong Black Nazarene, paguusapan ng dalawang mapang-okray ang mga kakaiba't nakakatawang hiling.

Love life? Kaperahan? Kasiyahan? Kung anu man yan, tara na't makigulo kina Chuck and Chenelyn. Surely, they don't have the right to remain silent.

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CHIKAHAN NA EPISODE 2: IT'S MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES

2012-01-06T20:01:00.000-08:00

In today's episode of "Chikahan Na! Chuck and Chenelyn," Chuck and Chenelyn talk about the topic "Bakit It's more fun in The Philippines." With some random banters, question and answers, and injection of PUN in each dialogues, siguradong maloloka ka sa mga hirits and okrayans.

Wanna know more about this chikahan? Makitawa na, now na!

EPISODE 1 OF CHIKAHAN NA: GUNAW

2012-01-05T19:41:00.000-08:00

Starting today, I am putting up a mini-talk show in my blog. It's called Chikahan na! It will be hosted by Chuck and Chenelyn. With a tagline "We don't have the right to remain silent," the talk show will tackle different topics that people talk about. The peg is like a stand-up comedy in a blog. Enjoy!

Wanna know more about it? Makibasa at maaliw!

WHAT TO ACHIEVE IN 2012

2012-01-04T19:29:00.000-08:00

Normally, I lay my New Year's Resolution before 12 midnights strikes. But since I was just sooooo busy last December, I didn't get a chance to sit down and reflect. It's only now that I have the time to ponder on what I want to achieve this 2012.

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WELCOMING 2012!

2012-01-02T18:30:00.000-08:00

Despite living alone here in Brunei, I had my share of an exciting way in welcoming 2012. Since most of my friends slash foster family were still in the Philippines for their vacation, I just celebrated the New Year's Eve at the Empire Hotel and Country Club. I performed at Brunei's seven star hotel.

Read on to know more.

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PASASALAMAT

2011-12-30T20:45:00.000-08:00

Before 2011 officially bids farewell, I would like to thank those people who have made my 2011 such a wonderful and BONGGANG BONGGANG taon.

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BELIEFS FOR A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!

2011-12-29T00:23:00.000-08:00

Growing up, I was exposed to various family traditions to attract a prosperous New Year. It was a fun experience to observe the long held traditions especially on the preparation process.

Today, I will be sharing some of our Filipino Family Traditions to usher the coming year. On top of that, I will be sharing some funny (FYI: unreal) beliefs that come in my mind.

So before the year of the dragon waltz in, take a read on how to attract good vibes, good health and a happy life. It's time to go, raaaawr (the dragon way)!

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MY 2011

2011-12-28T01:33:00.000-08:00

2011 is the year that I come out of my comfort zone.

I’ve tried places that I’ve never been to. I’ve faced challenges that put my faith in God to the test. Indeed, this year is a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs.

Despite the challenges that I’ve had for this year, I am thankful that 2011 has been very good to me. I’ve had my share of triumphs this year. More or more, it's a fruitful year.

In this post, I won’t be serious. For that, I am throwing my personal award-awardan moment.

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EXCLUSIVE: PAMASKONG HANDOG WITH YENG CONSTANTINO

2011-12-26T18:35:00.000-08:00

Yesterday, the whole world celebrated Christmas. Most of the time were spent on get together with family and friends. Gift giving and a stretch of festive dining pampered each and everyone.

Here in Brunei Darussalam, a special gift delighted the many Overseas Filipino Workers who weren’t given a chance to go back to the Philippines to spent the holidays. I was one of the many OFWs who were in Brunei to celebrate Christmas.

Believe it or not, Yeng Constantino, the first grand winner of Pinoy Dream Academy, had her concert in the Abode of Peace.

Wanna access the backstage preparations and her fantabulous performances? Read on.

IT'S (ALMOST) CHRISTMAS!

2011-12-23T19:44:00.000-08:00

It's that time of the year again when the whole world celebrates a day of Jesus Christ's birth, Christmas. Okay. While everyone is just uber busy on preparing for either the Christmas Eve mass or some family reunion on Christmas Eve or on the 25th, I am also busy preparing myself for my 4th Christmas in Brunei. Unimaginably, this is my, yes, 4th Christmas celebration in the abode of peace. As you all know, I never had the chance to go back in the Philippines for the past years on Christmas time because my leave is always scheduled on April or May, which is the summer season in the Philippines.

So how does it go to celebrate Christmas in Brunei, especially that I'm single and away from my family? Read on to extract more kadramahan. Yes, this is a MMK story telling. Nah. No lah. Lah. Lah.

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ON LEAVING AND FINDING A NEW ADVENTURE!

2011-12-22T00:34:00.000-08:00

It has been months now since I start to contemplate on where do I see myself for the next years of my life, say, two years from now. With this, I've been asking a lot of signs from God. Plus, at night, I never miss to pray and ask for guidance. Finally, God has given me a hint on where I should head after my adventures in Brunei.

I am ready to open a new chapter of my life.

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A STRING OF HOLIDAY CHEERS AND TEARS!

2011-12-13T19:29:00.000-08:00

Yesterday, I was absent at work. With the back-aching and throat-harassing activities that I had for the past weeks in preparation for Brunei's Who's Got Talent Season 3, my body finally complained. I got sick. I had a sore throat and yes, I got a bit of coughing. So, to not make things worse, I sought after a doctor and I was asked to take a bed rest. Thankfully, now, I'm feeling gooooood. The medicines, bed rest and gallons of water worked for my recovery.

As I was resting yesterday, I realized that I've been receiving a lot of blessings from God. And these blessings just come in perfect timing especially on helping me decide on things that confuse my life right now.

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GRAND FINALS OF BRUNEI'S WHO'S GOT TALENT SEASON 3

2011-12-11T22:23:00.000-08:00

After weeks of voting and a night of the Semi-finals round, finally, the TOP 4 best performances were crowned in Brunei's Who's Got Talent Season 3! The news is, I didn't win. But even if I didn't win, I was just so haaaaaapppy with my performance because I knew that I gave my best and I really owned the stage.

Now, let me share to you my exciting journey! Read on and see the behind-the-scenes in the competition. Plus, watch my performances on the grandious night.

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EXCLUSIVE: SEMI-FINALS OF BRUNEI'S WHO'S GOT TALENT SEASON 3

2011-12-11T18:31:00.000-08:00

As of you all know, this year's Brunei's Who's Got Talent is made differently from the past seasons. First, the contestants or semi-finalists are asked to pick an artist through a draw. We, the contestants, have to pick a song that's performed by the artist. Second, if we get in to the grand finals, we have to perform two songs: one is the song from the artist that we picked and one song of our choice.

So, wanna my journey in the Semi-Finals Round of Brunei's Who's Got Talent? Wanna watch my performance? Read on!

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YENG CONSTANTINO IS COMING TO BRUNEI

2011-12-08T17:01:00.000-08:00

Yeah, you read it right. Yeng Constantino, the Philippines' pop rock princess, will be in Brunei on Christmas Day!

Wanna know more about it? Read on!

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FOR THAT ONE SPECIAL WOMAN IN MY LIFE

2011-12-05T22:37:00.000-08:00

I was 24 when you left me in this world. I was devastated with your leaving. We, your family, were in awe when God decided to take you away you from us. We didn't have a choice. It was brought about by fate.

But if there's any lesson that I learned from your sudden departure, that is living our lives with so much love and strength.Today, I want to bring back the happy old times that we shared.

TIPS AND TRICKS IN TAKING THE IELTS

2011-12-04T18:09:00.000-08:00

Two weeks ago, I took the IELTS test. I had to take the exam as a requirement in Postgrad Studies overseas.

Despite the time-pressured and mind-shaking examination, I was able to pass the test. Finally, my anxiety ended as soon as I opened the brown envelop and my scores in the test flew in thin air.

So today, I will share to you some tips and tricks to ace the IELTS test. Of course, my statements will be based on my personal experiences.

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FASHION 101: FROM ZERO TO HERO!

2011-12-02T17:47:00.000-08:00

My officemates Soc and Jomai have been very supportive of me on my Who's Got Talent journey. That's evident from the moment I told them about my plan to go for a glam rock look or Adam Lambert-ish vibe; they've started looking for pictures online to doll me up!

So yesterday, we were all out to not only dine in a budget-friendly restaurant and celebrate my achievement in passing the IELTS test, we hunt for clothes that will help me achieve my glam rock fashion ensemble.

Wanna see the styling they did for me? Read on in this exciting special fashion 101 session!

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GUESTING AT PELANGI FM FOR BRUNEI'S WHO'S GOT TALENT!

2011-12-01T00:27:00.000-08:00

Last night I had the chance to be interviewed by DJ Faye of Pelangi FM. Together with other two semi-finalists of Brunei's Who's Got Talent, I enjoyed the experience.

Wanna hear the full interview? Read on!

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BRUNEI'S WHO'S GOT TALENT GAME CHANGER IS REVEALED!

2011-11-24T19:46:00.000-08:00

Yesterday, I attended the press presentation of the Top 16 of Brunei's Who's Got Talent at the B-Mobile office at the Old Airport, Berakas.

B-Mobile and Relentless Entertainment, the organizers, finally revealed the twist in the competition.

Wanna know it? Read on!

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BRUNEI'S WHO'S GOT TALENT SEASON 3 TOP 16!

2011-11-23T00:55:00.000-08:00

The TOP 16 of Brunei's Who's Got Talent is finally REVEALED.

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