I am KCAT

KCAT CAN: I am a happy Pinoy

2012-01-24T18:39:00.002+08:00

Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Solution's Search for Happiest Pinoy is back!

Read:
I am a happy Pinoy

Additional info:

Before the awarding event, I jokingly told my friends, “Pag nanalo ako, magpapa-inom ako …ng gulaman!” After the grand winner was declared, I still treated my friends because although I did not win the grand prize, I received Php 25,000 and I surely, definitely still was a winner! I gained a number of new friends and supporters. I got to have more exposures via interviews, and I got to share my story. And the best part was that I was offered to be one of the regular columnists of Manila Bulletin to further inspire hope and optimism in our countrymen. And that is how KCAT CAN began.

Borrowing the new DOT slogan "more fun in the Philippines":

Because HAPPY FILIPINO PEOPLE

makes it more fun in the Philippines!

About Kcat

2012-01-10T19:21:00.000+08:00

I finally updated the About Me page on my website. First task of the year: √Done.

Yey! :)

KCAT CAN: A Colorful 2012 for us

2012-01-09T18:58:00.000+08:00

Let's have a happy, positive & COLORFUL 2012! It all depends on the choices we'll make, so choose wisely. Choose COLORFUL.

My first column for 2012.
Read:
A Colorful 2012 for us

Colorful

2011-12-29T21:23:00.020+08:00

Wiiiiiiiiiii!

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Ayala Triangle Gardens. Symphony of Lights & Sounds. December 28 2011. J.C.L. Photography. Tito Jim. April. Apo ni GALS. Holyann. Chrissie. Paula. Nicole. Janna MOMO. Dong. Maro. Talitha. Teacher Michelle. Wee Nam Kee. Busog. Bangaw. Pictures. Happy. Colorful. Fun.

Thank you for being born Major!

2011-12-28T12:52:00.000+08:00

Happy Birthday Major! I know you don't celebrate your birthday since you're a Buddhist. But I want to greet you anyway. Thank you that in the __ years of your existence (in this lifetime), we have crossed paths and you have helped us, a lot! Thank you for being born.

Thank you CLIS!

2011-12-28T00:19:00.003+08:00

Just last week, I was looking for Twinings in Unimart, but it isn't available. Out-of-stock maybe, so I settle for another brand/s. Yes, I went 'tea shopping'.. And when I came home this afternoon, I saw this gift:

Sir Jean Henri Lhuillier and Sir Jonathan Batangan of Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Solutions!

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P.S. I loooove what's written in the card.. So Happiest Pinoy!

"This Christmas Season may love and charity be our guiding light as we let hope and happiness shine bright..."

Christmas. Love. Charity. Light. Hope. Happiness. Bright.

Greetings from ME!

2011-12-25T00:00:00.000+08:00

This yuletide season, let us not forget that the Star of Christmas is Jesus Christ. It is not about the decors, the gifts, and delectable foods that are served on the table, but rather, it is the birth of the BRIGHTEST STAR who saved us all. For this reason, may we all be thankful and be merry. Happy Christmas to you and your family and may you have an awesome year ahead!

KCAT CAN: My brightest star

2011-12-20T15:21:00.000+08:00

On December 25, we'll be celebrating the birth of our Brightest Star, our savior, Jesus Christ. Even though it's children's (picture) book, it inspired me to write this article.

Read:
My brightest star

With very interesting and bright illustrations, this book would surely bring glad tidings and brightness in the atmosphere. Add the book Brightest in your reading lists and gift lists this Christmas. The book, in full-color and high-quality print, and reasonably priced at Php 399.75.

Help! Help! Help!

2011-12-18T01:00:00.006+08:00

Here are some ways to help our kababayans who were donations for the flood victims of storm 'Sendong'.

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KAPATID

Cash donations may be sent through the following accounts:

TV5 Kapatid Foundation Inc.
BDO Savings Account No. 005310-410164 and
Bank of the Philippine Islands Savings
Account No. 1443-05333-2

Donations in kind like food, clothing, utensils, blankets, mats, water containers, and medicines may be sent to News5 Aksyon Center, TV5 office in San Bartlolome, Novaliches, Quezon City.

For inquiries, please call News5 Aksyon Center hotline - 938-6393.

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KAPUSO

METROPOLITAN BANK AND TRUST COMPANY (METROBANK)
Peso Savings
Account Name: GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Number: 3-098-51034-7

Dollar Savings
Account Name: GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Number: 2-098-00244-2
Code:MBTC PH MM

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UNITED COCONUT PLANTERS BANK (UCPB)
Peso Savings
Account Name: GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Numbers: 115-184777-2
Code: 160-111277-7

Dollar Savings
Account Name : GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Numbers: 01-115-301177-9
: 01-160-300427-6
Code:UCPB PH MM

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BANCO DE ORO (BDO)

Peso Savings
Account Name: GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Number: 469-0022189

Dollar Savings
Account Name: GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Number: 469-0072135
Code: BNORPHMM

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PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BANK (PNB)
Peso Savings
Account Name: GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Numbe: 121-003200017

Dollar Savings
Account Name:GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc.
Account Number:121-003200025
Code:PNB MPH MM

For more inquiries, contact GMA Kapuso Foundation through its 24-hour hotlines 928-9351 and 928-4299.

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KAPAMILYA

Sagip Kapamilya Hotlines (02) 411-4995(02) 394-92720917-887-4411

FOR IN-KIND DONATIONS*
SAGIP KAPAMILYA
ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. Mother Ignacia cor. Eugenio Lopez St.Diliman, Quezon City

*You may send rice, canned gods, noodles, biscuits, coffee, sugar, clothes, blankets, mats, medicines
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ABS-CBN CAGAYAN DE ORO and ABS-CBN DAVAO also accepting donations for relief operations ABS-CBN Cagayan De Oro

Barangay Bulua, Cagayan De Oro City ABS-CBN DavaoShrine Hills, Matina, Davao City
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FOR CASH DONATIONS
1. BDO Peso Account
Account name: ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya
Account Number: 39301-14199
Swift Code: BNORPHMM

2. BDO Dollar Account
Account name: ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya
Account Number: 39300-81622
Swift Code: BNORPHMM

3. PNB Peso Account
Account name: ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya
Account Number: 419-539-5000-13
Swift Code: PNBMPHMM

4. BPI Peso Account
Account name: ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya
Account Number: 3051-1127-75
Branch: West Triangle, Quezon City
Swift Code: BOPIPHMM

5. BPI Dollar Account
Account name: ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya
Account Number: 3054-0270-35
Branch: West Triangle, Quezon City
Swift Code: BOPIPHMM

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RED CROSS

type RED (space) AMOUNT and send this to 2899 for Globe or 4143 for Smart. Those who would like to donate through G-Cash can text DONATE (space) AMOUNT (space) 4-digit M-PIN (space) REDCROSS and send this to 2882.

Cellphone users can donate to the Red Cross in the following denominations: P5, P25, P100, P300, P500, or P1,000 for Globe; and P10, P25, P50, P100, P300, P500, and P1,000 for Smart

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Iligan Bloggers Society, Inc. is accepting donations in kind for the victims of Typhoon Sendong in the city. We encourage the following items for donations: canned goods, noodles, bath and laundry soaps, toothpaste, rice, used clothings, slippers, and cash donations.
iliganbloggers@gmail.com

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LBC

DONATE usable old clothes, medicines, instant food items, utensils, water etc. at your nearest LBC branch

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JRS

For those who have relatives and friends at CDO and Iligan, you can avail of the FREE DELIVERY of RELIEF GOODS courtesy of JRS EXPRESS. They prefer that the recipient is an individual

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Armed Forces of the Philippines

The Civil Relations Service AFP at Camp Aguinaldo is accepting donations. It will fly donations/relief goods via C130.

Contact details:
Situation Awareness Center (SAC), CRS AFP, Camp Aguinaldo, QC
Landline: 912-6615
Cellphone: (0917)2471252
Focal Person: Lt. Col. Rolando Rodil, Operations Officer

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DSWD

Department of Social Welfare and Development Volunteers are needed at DSWD Cagayan de Oro (Masterson Road, Upper Carmen) to repack and deliver relief goods.
Call 09066150095

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Xavier University, Tabang

Any help -- food, clothes, books, bottled water, others -- can be sent to Fr. Eric Garcia Velandria SJ, coordinator of Sendong Operation, KKP Office

Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan, 9000, Corrales Ave. Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.
According to XU-CSG President, GemGem Tero, food and clothes donations are more needed.

Bank of the Philippine Islands
Account Name: Xavier University
Account Number: 9331-0133-63
CDO Divisoria Branch

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Cebuana Lhuillier

Sa mga gusto pong mag-donate para sa mga kababayan nating nasalanta ng bagyong Sendong, ang Cebuana Lhuillier po ay authorized cash donation center ng GMA Kapuso Foundation at Philippine Red Cross. Pumunta lamang po sa kahit saang Cebuana Lhuillier branch nationwide.

I'm super happy to be APO NI GALS!

2011-12-17T23:55:00.002+08:00

December 17. It's Papa (Lolo)'s Birthday today. Although he already passed away 11 years ago, we can still feel his presence whenever we have a (Lopez) family gathering. No, it's not that we can't get over his passing, but we are happy, we had him in our lives.

Apo ni GALS

When he was still alive, he would always call everyone during weekend to have a family bonding / get-together. As in weekly. He would always ask us to do a mini-variety show where we sing, dance & act - all for the sake of FUN! Papa would always say: "Program. Program tayo." I remember him dancing the Macarena with us. Kahit pa-ulit-ulit every week, go! Good times.

Anak ni GALS

Most of the time, he would 'borrow' us, his APOs, and have us stay at their house on weekends and summer vacations. When any of his sons & daughters marry, he would always say, "Basta bigyan niyo ko ng madaming apo." (something like that). And during summer/holy week, the whole Lopez family would go to Agno, Pangasinan. Tree house. Kasoy. Mga puno ng papa. Pagsusunog ng goma. Ta* ng kalabaw. Hahaha. Chico in Lingayen. Saya-saya!

Asawa ni GALS (Mang & Papa)

Whenever we need a ride, he would always be ready to fetch us with his owner type Jeepney a.k.a. Jeep ni GALS. Anywhere. Everywhere. Muntinlupa. Pasig. Navotas. Makati. Cainta. Mandaluyong. Boni. Go!

Graciano Altre Lopez Sr.,

Thank you so so so much!

P.S.
Happy Birthday too Tita Angie!

Agno, Pangasina - Summer '90s

SAYA!

Brightest (book)

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

Isshin Dream Publishing is inviting everyone to the Brightest's book launch on Dec 17, 2011 at SM CITY CALAMBA

Check-out Brightest on Facebook

Isshin @ SM City Calamba (Book Tour)

2011-12-12T00:26:00.001+08:00

Isshin Dream Publishing would like to invite you to The Seven: The Key of Credence by Veronica Mist and Brightest by Johann de Venecia and Joanne Crisner book launch in cooperation with SM City Calamba and National Book Store Calamba branch.

The event will run from Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 2:00pm until Monday, December 19, 2011 at 10:00pm

There will be a short program on the 17th and a book signing. We'll be having a writing and art competition and we're encouraging everyone to enter. ^_^

We'll showcase the art on the books for the rest of the week as well as the works of the winners :)

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I got this from:
Isshin @ SM City Calamba

FB with Karen

2011-12-12T00:16:00.000+08:00

Karen Bernal & I have been friends since after I featured her on my column. I already knew her before the article came out, and then we really got to know each other and became closer after after constant FB'ing, YM'ing & texting. I'm happy to be her inspiration & confidant. She visited me when I was in PGH last April, but my operation was still on-going that time.

FINALLY! We met last Friday!

FB as in French Baker ;P

KCAT CAN: One fine friendship

2011-12-06T23:53:00.000+08:00

Friends through thick & thin; thick because Teresa is on the chubby side, and thin because my Madge is so skinny. Hahaha. Teresa is Madge's salbabida, while Madge is Teresa's panungkit. LOL. Anyway, just read my column.

Read:
One Fine Friendship

CDO Bloggers:Project Cadayunan Primary School

2011-12-02T10:20:00.000+08:00

the Cagayan De Oro Bloggers will hold an outreach program in the newly opened public primary school in Besigan. Cadayunan Primary School is 52 kilometers away from the city proper and most of the people in the area are farmers with no regular transportation except dump trucks provided by the city government to help the people transport their farm products. Before it the school was operational, the cildren used to walk 12 kilometers to and fro everyday to reach the nearest school. This resulted to in-attendance; most of them was skipping school and eventually stopped going to school.

In July of this year, Cadayunan Primary School allowed the residents of Besigan to have access to primary education. Currently the school has 60-80 primary pupils with 2 teachers. But since they have just started operating, the school is in dire need of learning materials and teaching materials for the students and teachers to effectively guide and teach these eager kids.

Each of the members of Cagayan de Oro Bloggers have committed to help through cash and in-kind donations. They are planning to donate books and other scholl materials that may be beneficial to the learning process of the pupils.

I have learned about this advocy from one of my blogger friends, Mommy Dharlz. Their objective is to donate books and other supplementary learning materials and to conduct a feeding activity there which is scheduled today, December 2. But we are not late yet. It is just the first because the CDOBloggers are planning to continuously reach out to the school.

The CDOBloggers are appealing for our support in this advocacy. If you wish to help or take part of this, you may emaill: cdobloggersinc@gmail.com. They are also accepting Paypal donations at: francis.siason@gmail.com. Whatever you may contribute, it will surely go a long way. This would also be a wonderful early Christmas gift for them too.

Check out Mommy Dharlz' blog entry about this cause.

Share the Christmas spirit with our distressed "kababayans" on the desert

2011-11-23T22:43:00.004+08:00

I got this from Jen Arellano - an angel on the desert ♥

Christmas is just around the corner...Some of us have almost finished on our Christmas list…Some cargo boxes are already sealed and ready to be shipped to loved ones anytime…Some of us had already plan for “the event” – Christmas parties, family reunions, and others already booked for vacation

But Christmas is more than those –

It’s about sharing our blessings to the needy;It’s about giving love to our fellow to the best way we can;It’s about reaching out people and letting them feel that someone care and love them. This Christmas, let our distressed OFW “kababayans” feel our warmth love and care to them…

Share our blessings in any forms.Express our love by reaching out to them.

Once more, I am humbly knocking on your good heart to be with me in cooperation with SFC Qatar Social Ministry in reaching our distressed OFW kababayans who are now under the custody of OWWA. By sharing our blessings through giving we will be able to reach out people and let them feel the true spirit of Christmas.

I already started receiving some stuffs such as used clothes. As of now, we have 80 women kababayans who are under the custody of OWWA, who needs our help, support and love to fight their battle against abuse, trauma and threats they experienced from their employer.

Most of the things they needs are toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, sanitary napkins, towel, etc.). Any donations, in kind or in cash will be accepted.

Small things to us are big help for them. This Christmas Season let us put smiles to their face and warmth their heart with love.
If you have anything that you want to hand with them – donations or pledges (in cash or in kind), kindly approach me or to whom you get this email. Rest assured that all your gifts will be given to them.

Share your blessings….Give Love…Reach Out….And be a part of the gift giving to be held onDecember 8, 2011 at POLO/ OWWA Ground, Doha Qatar

It’s not how much you give but the love you put into giving.

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If you you're in Qatar & you wish to donate / join,
feel free to contact Jen Arellano at:

Mobile: (00974) 55003586
Address: Al Naseer Building Mansoora, Doha Qatar (at the back of Royal Restaurant)

Office address:
Procurement Department
Sky Oryx Joint Venture
New Doha International Airport Project (NDIA)
P.O Box 55873

Firming the FAITH of the youth - NYD2011 (Nov17)

2011-11-23T18:34:00.001+08:00

Last November 17, 2011, I was invited to be one of the Plenary Speakers on National Youth Day at DBTC Festival Site. When I received the email invite last month, my first reaction was "Wow!" It's really an honor. This is one of God's purpose for me and I would LOVE to be His instruments and share the workssssss He has done on me. ♥

"I shared my story not because I wanted popularity but because I wanted to share myself, my ordeals, my struggles, and the very words and principles that I live by that have given me the inner strength to carry on and to live on and still be with my family, loved ones, and friends."

Like the previous talks that I made, I wrote my speech and let my mom read it.

The power of 'Speech Power' Haha.

"Acceptance is the key.

Faith is the weapon.

Prayer is the wing.

God is in control."

With some of the organizers & 2 other inspiring speakers, JC Perez & Nadz Gawat

Picture galore with the delegates..

"I may not excel in anything, but I have achieved a lot. I am able to touch lives. I am able to share my talents. I am able to bring joy to people’s hearts. And the most important of all, I know how to live with gratitude, contentment, happiness and courage in the face of many struggles and challenges. I am disabled, but with my FAITH, I am surely, definitely and undoubtedly able!"

"Planted and built up in Jesus Christ, firm in the faith”

(cf. Col. 2:7)

Anlene Gift-pack for my mom

2011-11-22T19:53:00.001+08:00

Last month, I won an Anlene Gift-pack worth P1K from a blog contest by Animetric's World, and I finally claimed it. Thanks to our pet, MOMO, I mean, my cousin Janna.

Janna MOMO Kay Lopez!

KCAT CAN: Baking happy thoughts

2011-11-21T18:18:00.002+08:00

I'm always thrilled whenever I get to taste Timmy's oven latest offering, not only because I love eating, but because I'm so amazed with Cathy's perseverance & hard work. Galing!

In 2009, Cathy and I were chatting on the internet about online games (PetSoc days!) and some other random stuffs when she told me that she was bored of bumming around the house when she has no classes to attend to, and wondered about how she could earn money. ....and then...

Read:
Baking happy thoughts

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Timmy's Oven on Facebook

1 movie to go. 1 year of waiting na naman. Naman!

2011-11-21T14:22:00.001+08:00

Our own version:

OCD mode. Obsessive Cullen Disorder.

Pwede namang wala ng part 1 & 2. There were dragging scenes peo sige na nga, whatevs. Pero okaaaay, it was much better than the first 3 sequels, mas-movie na ang dating. Ano yung nauna, skit? ;P

And it was twice as fun coz mega bonding with the GYA peeps. :)

(plus 3 peeps who aren't in the pic)

at sira na naman ang elevator.. but of course, go go go pa rin. i used the stairs. corny, walang pic. :/

with the special participation of:

Papa John & Katren Banix

Read. Enjoy. Love. Help.

2011-11-18T19:50:00.003+08:00

The Seven: The Key to Credence by Veronica Mist

Just Like Harry Potter, Twilight, and such, The Seven is targeted for Young Adult readers, as well as the kids at heart. Though it doesn't really matter how old you are, if you love fantasy stories, you'll definitely love this book.

Another reason why I recommend you, especially the youth, to read this because aside from the beautiful magical story, there is also depth in the story. It has a lot of valuable lessons and morals even if it's the work of fiction.

Also read my article about this book: There's truth in fantasy

And also Christmas season is nearing, so why not give this as a gift to teenagers & booklovers. :)

Place your order HERE.

Toys for Joy 2011 by Touch of Ellehcar

2011-11-18T18:24:00.001+08:00

Touch of Ellehcar Outreach Program started in 2009 by the owner Rachelle Gregorio and some of her close friends. It's their way of giving back all the blessings they have received.

"I do believe that we were all created for a reason. We may have different views of our purpose in life, but in the end, we all agree that we are meant for something or someone in our life..
It has been my greatest deeds to share my blessings to other people. Mostly to people whom I don't know or people I haven't heard of. Early in life, I've learned that life is tough so I have to be tough. I experienced hardship along the way, countless trials and excruciating pains. I endured all of this with the help of people who cheered me up, guided me and lead me to the right direction to where I am right now. If not for them, my life should have ended on different path.
I knew that I have moral obligations to share the blessings that I have. Same what other people have done to me when I was in need through those difficult times in my life.
Now I am living on this principle of sharing my blessings. I may have not much monetary fund to share, but my knowledge and expertise can also be shared to others. It is only up to us how we are going to give back all the things that we have today for the benefit of those people that needed it most. This is my way of being happy through giving happiness to other people."

Rachelle Gregorio

In the span of 2 years, they have already made a lot of people smile with their numerous number of successful projects; 500 Cupcakes for Kariton Kids, Operation Smile, Toys for Joy, Push for Education, to name a few.

And once again Touch of Ellehcar is giving back this Christmas with Toys for Joy (Part 2).

Christmas is a time for celebrating with family and friends, enjoying good food and special treats, the joyous sounds of happy children exploring presents left beneath the tree. Yet, many children, right in our own community, will not know what most of us take for granted.

TOYS FOR JOY are reaching out to impact the lives of underprivileged children at this special time of year.

We hope you too will be one of the many who experiences the satisfaction received from giving to those in need this year.

We have lots of volunteer opportunities the day of the event, Saturday, December 3, 2011.

We're still calling other members to join us in our project "TOYS for JOY"
Help us bring happiness this Christmas, sponsor 1 or more children, Maximize your gift giving by donating gifts that meet the real needs of orphaned.

GOAL:
*to provide 100 New toys
*to provide 100 set of meals
*to give a Christmas party to the orphans

Date: December 3,2011

To volunteer, donate or sponsor, please call or text 09275042796.

KCAT CAN: There's truth in fantasy

2011-11-07T18:11:00.004+08:00

Read:

There's truth in fantasy

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I’m not good in writing reviews but I say that it was well written because it was like I was transported to Sactae Mundus and Intero Regnum, two of the fictional places that the author of the book had created. The places were so beautifully described that I imagined and saw the vivid imagery on my mind. In addition, the characters in the story are very interesting, and their exchange of dialogues very entertaining.

The cover of the book may be dark in color, but the world inside it is so colorful -from the creatures, characters, settings, and the adventures. There are scary-looking creatures and also cute little creatures like the Button People, a mushroom with eyes, arm and legs, which I adore so much, and just like one of the characters in the story, I want to own one as my pet. Even though they are neglected because of their little existence, they still hold an important role for the existence of Intero Regnum. It’s a reminder for us that size does not matter, whether big or small, each one of us is equally important.

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Veronica Mist & Isshin Dream Publishing reached my heart with their helping hands. If you purchase this from me, part of the proceeds will go to my medical funds. For Php350 each, not only will you be able to read a beautiful magical story, you are also helping me as Publish Postwell.

Order your book here.

*** You can give this book as a gift this Christmas too. :)

The Seven on November 7

2011-11-03T13:47:00.001+08:00

First of five books. The Key of Credence tells us about Ryan and her friends and how their simple curiosity brought forth a multitude of problems to them. This book lets the readers experience an entirely new and different world—one that involves the Heavens and the Helles, and most of all—it shows how the humans themselves and how the innate goodness of their souls can create a huge difference on just about everything. (Facebook Fan Page)

The author, Veronica Mist reached my heart not only with a beautiful story that she wrote but with her helping hands as well. Read it on my column, KCAT CAN - Monday (November 7) on Manila Bulletin (Students & Campuses section).

Support & Like these pages on Facebook:
The Seven - The Key to Credence
Veronica Mist
The Key to Credence on goodreads.com

KCAT CAN: Silent Angels

2011-10-24T13:57:00.002+08:00

October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month, Let us be aware, be informed & be inspired with ate Pam & Julia's heartwarming story.

Read:
Silent Angels

Here are some symptoms of Rett Syndrome:

• A girl with RTT is usually born healthy and shows a period of apparently normal or near normal development until 6-18 months.

• Intellectual development appears to be severely delayed, but true intelligence is difficult to measure.

• Her social development appears normal, and she may begin to use and understand language. Sometime between one and two years old, she experiences a regression of these skills.

• She loses the ability to pick up and hold things in her hands or to use her hands functionally

• She stops responding to the spoken word and stops using the few single words she has learned.

• When she is upset or scared, her body may tremble or shake.

• If she can walk, her legs are stiff and wide apart. She may walk on her toes. Other girls lose the ability to walk.

• Purposeful hand use is replaced by stereotypic hand movements such as hand clasping, clapping, hand-to-mouth movements or what has become the hallmark of Rett Syndrome, hand wringing.

• She may breathe differently, either holding her breath (apnea) or huffing and puffing (hyperventilation).

• Seizures and Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) are common