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Derek Ramsay is allegedly facing raps against ‘supposed legal wife’

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amsay is reportedly being sued for violation of Republic Act No. 9262, known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, filed by a certain Mary Christine Jolly Ramsay.

father of Austin and when Mary Christine gave birth in June 28, 2003, she “asked respondent to be there for the birth of his first child, and for the DNA test, that he requested to have. He did not show up.”

Three months later after she gave birth, Mary Christine decided to move back to Dubai due to Blogsite “Get It From Boy” revealed that Mary Christine filed the complaint “last June Derek’s “apparent lack of concern”. She went back in 2011 for a vacation and when she tried 27 at the Makati Prosecutor’s Office.” to reach out to the actor, she did not get any response.

Longtime rumors of Ramsay being legally married was confirmed by the supposed complaint adding the revelation that he has In her affidavit, Mary Christine claimed that Derek is indifferent towards their son for he an 11-year-old son with Mary Christine never supported the kid physically, emotionally named Austin Gabriel. and financially.

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philippine showbiz news Dingdong Dantes named International Youth Ambassador for Peace The 34-year-old actor, who celebrated his birthday last August 3, was given the recognition during the second International Youth Assembly held at the Cuneta Astrodome pushing for “strengthening the youth, rebuilding the nations and promoting peace”.

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Rica Peralejo shows baby Former actress Rica Peralejo is now a proud mom and shows her son, Philip to the Netizens. Seen on the cover of Working Mom magazine August 2014 issue is Rica carrying her baby boy.

Peralejo got married to a Christian pastor named Joseph Bonifacio in 2010 and gave birth to Philip, January of 2014.

She starred in several TV shows and movies that of “Ang TV”, “Gimik” and the soap “Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay”.

She also hosted in ABS-CBN’s “Umagang Kay Ganda”.

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The Star who has it all

eemed ‘Most Beautiful Celebrity’ of 2014 by Yes! Magazine, knowing the basis is not just the skin-deep-type-of-beauty rather what is “in the heart”. Who would doubt that Sarah Geronimo really has it all?

From being a singer, even bagging the ‘Popstar Princess of the Philippines’ title, one of the youngest and most successful artist in the whole of Asia, to being one of the top-billed actresses in the industry, a favorite endorser, a coach and an advocate of education, yes, this woman does it like a ‘jack-of-all-trades’.

Following her winning is her first solo album titled, ‘Popstar: A Dream Come True’ which immediately became the best selling debut album of all time in the Philippines. And from there… many more, a lot more followed!

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Sarah gained more popularity when she transferred and signed a contract with ABS-CBN in 2004 where she appeared in several TV shows, had her own soap opera, and later on ventured in filmography when she starred in ‘A Very Special Love’ in 2004.

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pag may pagmamahal sa Panginoon, every good thing follows. Kung anong lumalabas sa mata mo, sa bibigmo, sa galaw mo, nagiging maganda lahat.”

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But mind you, she didn’t come from a family of actors nor was she rich or someone who has a foreign blood, yeah, the stereotyped-kind-of-celebrity in the country. No, none of those.

But Sarah Geronimo came from a simple family living in Sta. Cruz, Manila. She gained popularity after winning the ‘Star of the Night’ competition in 2003.

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In her personal Facebook account, the popstar said, “One wish that I long for is to be an inspiration to this generation. I impart my talents because this is what He blessed me. We are all inspiration. Keep up and have faith from above!”

And she did it; she is doing it and no signs that she is to end it. Ever wonder why she gets too much and yet managed to keep her feet firm on the ground? Simply because she is very family-oriented and God-fearing.

Sarah shares in her website, “Kapag merong goodness sa heart mo, pag may pagmamahal sa Panginoon, every good thing follows. Kung anong lumalabas sa mata mo, sa bibigmo, sa galaw mo, nagiging maganda lahat.”

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was one of those artist who bagged the most award in all her years in showbiz. She received the ‘Most Promising Performer’ award from the AliwAwards in 2004. In the same year, she also took home the Excellence Top Entertainer Award as “Best Female Young Artist of the Year”. In 2005, she received the Gawad America citation of “Female Entertainer of the Year”. Those were but to name a few.

Not only does she have a blossoming career, Sarah G’s love life is also on its tops. The multi-faceted artist is now in a relationship with actor-racer MatteoGuidicelli.

Just this July, the two admitted that they are together. In a presscon, Sarah said, “Kailangan talaga alam natin kungpaanopag-ingatan ang sarili natin. Of course we are not perfect. Mga

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tao tayo, at mga babae tayo.

And part of loving is being with that someone. Iba talaga yun e, kapag kasama mo siya.Pero importantengmatutunanmoyung self-control.

Unang-unasa lahat, yung faith mo sa Diyos na hindi dapatminamadali ang mga bagay-bagay.”

To which Guidicelli answered in a different event, “Sarah reminds me to stay grounded all the time, to keep simple all the time. Sarah’s Sarah, but when you’re with her, you don’t even think she’s Sarah, ‘di ba. Pag kasama ko siya sa isang table, nakakalimot po ako na si Sarah pala ‘yon. It never hits me that she’s a superstar, ‘diba.”

The two, though both a celebrity, choses to keep their relationship at par to the media’s eyes.

So, wouldn’t you agree that Sarah Geronimo, just about to turn 26, really has it all?

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Lyca Gairanod emerges as the first “The Voice Kids” Grand Champion The “Little Superstar” won the hearts of Filipinos in the telecast of the grand finale on TFC worldwide

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uly 31, 2014 (QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES) – The two-night finale of the top-rating singing reality show in the Philippines, “The Voice Kids,” that aired worldwide via The Filipino Channel (TFC) named nine-year-old LycaGairanodof Cavite (South Luzon, Philippines) as the first ever grand champion after garnering the highest percentage of text votes in the Philippines and online votes.

Coach Sarah Geronimo’s bet led the Philippine voting based on Gairanod’s performance at the Power Ballad, Upbeat, and Special Performance with a Celebrity Guest rounds and took home P1 million, a one-year recording contract with MCA Universal, house

and lot, a home appliance showcase, a musical instrument showcase, and P1 million worth of trust fund.

Team Sarah’sDarren Espantocame in second place, while Team Bamboo’sJuan Karlos “JK” Labajoand Team Lea’sDarlene Vibaresplaced third and fourth, respectively.

Gairanod impressed the coaches and the audience with her rendition of Regine Velasquez’ “NaritoAko” and Carly Rae Jepsen’s“Call Me Maybe” on Saturday, July 26 (Sunday, July 27 New Zealand Eastern Standard Time or NZST), but what brought the house down was her version of “Basang-basasa Ulan,” which she performed with

the band Aegis on Sunday, July 27 (Monday, July 28 via NZST), earning a standing ovation from the audience and the coaches, Geronimo, Lea Salonga, and Bamboo Mañalac.

Gairanod became an instant household name when netizens worldwide saw her blind audition performance of Aegis’ “Halik” during the first few weeks of the show. As she fought through the Battle Rounds, Sing-Offs, and Live Semi-finals, she was dubbed “Little Superstar” after she was likened by Coach Lea to Nora Aunor. Gairanod, a small kid with big dreams, became known for her heartfelt performances and humble background as a daughter of a fisherman who sometimes helps her mother sell scavenged junk. Gairanod also recently revealed that she would perform for her neighbors in exchange for cash or food.

The star-studded finale, hosted by Luis Manzanoand Alex Gonzaga, also featured performances from Martin Nieverawith Espanto, LaniMisaluchawith Vibares, and TFC’s 20th Ambassador and Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valencianowith Labajo. The show opened with an energetic performance from the Final Four artists, the three coaches, and the “The Voice of the Philippines” season 1 grand winner, MitoyYontingand finalists Klarisse de Guzman, Myk Perez, and Janice Javier.

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Aiza Seguerra and girlfriend choose artificial insemination

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ormer child star and singer Aiza Seguerra and her fiancée Liza Diño have now resolved to resort to science to have their own child.

The two disclosed of the plan to undergo artificial insemination in an interview with “The Buzz” last August 10.

Aiza said they are planning to have to the procedure done next year in the United States.

The couple opted to keep the sperm donor anonymous, while Aiza’s egg cell will be used and her fiancée will be the one carrying the child in her womb.

“Initially we were thinking na siguro a friend of ours para siguro kilala namin. Kaso baka maging mas complicated siya in the process,” said Diño in “The Buzz” when asked why they decided to keep the donor anonymous.

The two are set to be married some time this year in California, USA where Liza permanently resides.

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he former child actor, Patrick Garcia is now engaged to his non-showbiz girlfriend Nikka Martinez. The proposal happened during a church service.

The actor giddily shared in his Instagram account a 15-second video of the moment, captioned: “It will make me very happy if you’d allow me to make it right with you and most of all (if) we could make it right with the Lord.”

Another posts followed with him and Martinez, captioning it, “I love you my fiancée.”

Meanwhile, Martinez posted a photo of her blue Sapphire diamond engagement ring.

She wrote, “It’s official!”

She also shared in another post how Garcia went down on his knees and proposed to her saying, “I thought you were just going to share your powerful testimony in church.

Little did I know. Well I did not know at all you had this planned today! I love you @onlypatrickgarcia !!!! I will gladly marry you,” Martinez also posted a photo with her mom and her soon-to-be mother-in-law.

Cheska Garcia-Kramer, Patrick’s sister, though in Cebu, still got to congratulate the lovebirds through her Instagram account, caption says: “I’m so happy for the both of you!

Make it right with the Lord and everything will follow,” Garcia had always been vocal on his intention of marrying Martinez whom he has a one-year-old daughter.

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Solenn Heussaff believes that marriage is not necessary to ‘settle down’.

The 29-year-old actress was asked by the reporters on what age she intends to settle down with her boyfriend, Argentine businessman Nico Bolzico.

Heussaff answered, “Settled down na naman ako, almost three years nag-li-live in na kami. Pag may Hindi ako pressured. Siyempre naman, it’s every girl’s dream, but if singsing, same, wala namang mag-iiba.”

Asked if she still hopes to walk down the aisle, she quips, “If it doesn’t happen now, hindi ako iiyak.”

Solenn sees self as someone who already ‘settled down’

If ever the ‘big day’ happens, Heussaff said she would want to have the ceremony done in another country with only family and friends in attendance.

“Pag magkasal ako, sa abroad for sure, kasi gusto ko maliit ‘yung wedding,” she said. “Ayoko mag-invite ng mga hindi close. Kahit sa family ko, I’m not so close to everyone, so gusto ko lang 60 people sa wedding.

Thirty sa side ko, 30 sa side niya.”

On another note, Solenn’s brother, food blogger-entrepreneur, Erwan Heussaff is happily and is in a going-stronger-relationship with Anne Curtis. They have been together for four years and a half year now.

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The actress shared, “I’m going to church every Sunday and people might say, ‘What are you doing here if you’re doing that?’ It just doesn’t connect.

If you want to follow God and become a good Christian you should keep at it in and out of work.”

She adds that she wants to further enhance her acting skills. “I’m not going to change my decision because I know Viva Artist Agency will take care of me.

I know I’ll get acting jobs and even support roles will be fine,” she said.

“It’s time for the next chapter of my life. It’s time to take a new path.”

Her next Viva Film is the dark comedy “The Gifted” alongside Anne Curtis.

Her last movie in sexy and steamy scenes ‘Trophy Wife’ is now being shown in the Philippines.

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Dingdong asks for Marian’s hands on National TV

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MA-7 actor Dingdong Dantes proposes to Marian Rivera last August 9 during the latter’s dance show “Marian” tagged as #LastDance.

Dantes was among the special guests on that day for its Rivera’s birthday celebration.

While the actor is on his knees, he told Rivera, “May isang bagay na malinaw sa’kin, is that I wanna spend the rest of my life with you.

Kaya ngayon, saksi ang mga mahal natin sa buhay, gusto kong ipagsigawan sa buong mundo, na ikaw ang sagot sa aking mga dasal.”

After that, he brought out the box with the wedding ring in it and said, “That’s why tonight, I offer you this gift, on your birthday, something that’s beyond any material thing or tangible one, but I offer you myself, my love, today and all the days of my life.”

“Please, Marian, will you be my wife?”

The 29-year-old actress is out of words and could only whisper “I love you” to Dingdong off mic while the crowd cheered and applauded for them.

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‘Mommy D’ lives with BF

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5-year-old Mommy Dionisia, mother of the ‘People’s Champ’ is living under the same roof with her 40-year-old boyfriend, according to her son, Manny.

‘Pacman’ revealed the information during an interview with Anthony Taberna on “Tapatan Ni Tunying” which aired last July 31 adding that her mother even plans on getting married to her boyfriend.

Manny did not immediately divulge the status of his mother’s lovelife saying, “Mahirap magbigay ng komento.”

But when asked about the man’s identity, Pacman said that he is turning 40 and is a Cebuano. Adding, “Kasama nga niya eh. Kasama niya palagi.”

“Mommy ko, sinabihan ko siya, sabi ko, ‘Ikaw na bahala. Hindi naman kita mapilit. Sundin mo ‘yung gusto ng

katawan mo, ang desire ng flesh, or sundin mo ang gusto ng Panginoon?,” he advised his mother.

Although he leaves the decision to his mother, he still is against his mother’s intention to walk the aisle for the second time.

“Si Mama at saka si Papa, hindi sila kasal. Si Mama at saka ‘yung unang asawa, kasal sila,” he said, saying that Mommy D’s first husband is still alive.

Mommy D has two older children from her previous marriage and four children with Rosalio Pacquiao—her partner of 20 years before they separated.

But when interviewed by ABS-CBN, Mommy D denied that she is in a relationship but says it’s natural for her to have lots of suitors.

Sunshine Cruz blooming though loveless

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“I still don’t have time for that,” she says.

Adding, “My concerns are my three daughters and I’m focused with my work. I want to save up so I could provide a beautiful life to my kids.”

Cruz happily shared that she and her three daughters have moved to their new house in Parañaque City.

Sunshine is now busy as she plays a role in ABS-CBN’s latest TV series “Pure Love”.

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The 28-year-old has become the talk of the town and is better known for being a party animal than an actress in recent years.

Yahoo! Philippines says, “But after it was announced that she will be making her debut in London’s West End in Speed-the-Plough, Lindsay is reportedly keen to show that she is committed to her career.”

“She’s finally turning her life around,” an insider told British magazine Heat.

“Linds says she’s going to prove herself as the star of this play. It’s a way to show everyone that she’s ready to work again - and actually be good.”

“I want to be known for my talents and my work that I create, rather than a tabloid sensation,” Lohan recently told the BBC. Lohan hasn’t escaped the rumors of her being addicted to drugs. But sources say she switched to a different diet than “cigarettes and booze.”

“She’s gained 15lbs in the last two months eating non-stop pizza and pasta,” a friend of hers told Heat. “It’s not very healthy, but it’s better than her previous diet of booze!”

Yahoo! PH reports: “Lindsay will make her debut in September and will be performing on stage for ten weeks.”

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American R&B singer-songwriter Alicia keys announced in her Instagram account last July 31 that she is pregnant with her second child.

Said date also marked her fourth wedding anniversary to Swizz Beat, a producer-rapper.

Keys wrote that their anniversary was sweeter because they have ‘been blessed with another angel on the way.’ Her first child, a boy, was born in Egypt last 2010.

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ward-winning actress Sandra Bullock is Hollywood’s highest paid actress with estimated earnings of $51 million over 12 months. The 50-year-old Bullock space thriller movie “Gravity” had won several Academy Awards including best director for Alfonso Cuaron and made more than $716 million worldwide. Following her were Jennifer Lawrence and Jennifer Aniston.

“Hunger Games” actress Jennifer Lawrence, 23, came in at second for the second consecutive year with estimated earnings of $34 million, while Aniston, 45, climbed one notch higher to No. 3 with $31 million.

“Forbes compiled the list by estimating earnings from the actresses’ film work, endorsements, residuals and advertising work, and by talking to agents, managers and lawyers.” – mb.com.ph The daily online newspaper also stated that, “Although all of the actresses pulled in hefty incomes, Forbes said women still earn less then men in Hollywood. While the 10 highest earning actors took home a combined total of $419 million, Hollywood’s 10 best paid actresses made a total of $226 million during the same time period.”

Lorde for ‘Hunger Games’ soundtrack

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ew Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde was asked to put together songs for the next installment of “The Hunger Games” that is to be shown November this year.

The announcement came from the film producer Lionsgate last week of July. The pop sensation was said to be “hand-picking” the artists who’ll feature in “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1.”

The 17-year-old singer also announced in her Twitter account that she had already penned with songwriting partner, Joel Little. She twitted, “I am so pleased and proud to have been announced the sole curator of the soundtrack for MOCKINGJAY- Part 1”.

Film’s director Francis Lawrence shared, ““I sat down with Lorde on the set of ‘Mockingjay’ this spring and I was immediately struck by how she so innately understood what we, as both fans and filmmakers, we’re trying to accomplish with the film.”

Adding, “I can’t wait to share what she’s done with the fans -- it is truly remarkable.”

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Sarah G bags Yes! Magazine’s ‘Most Beautiful Star’

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er charm, appeal, pretty face and beauty within are what made ‘Pop star’ Sarah Geronimo this year’s “Most Beautiful Star” of entertainment glossy, Yes! Magazine.

“Parang maiiyak ako. The first time that I heard about it, nagulat ako.

Talagang sabi ko, ‘Totoo ba ’yan?

Nahihiya naman ako.’ Hindi one of the beautiful stars kundi ’yung most talaga!,” Sarah ecstatically admitted.

She G humbly said that the magazine Sarah also acknowledges what they do as an artist, “kung ano ang nai-offer namin sa industriyang ito as a person, kung ano ’yung nakikita nila na magagan-

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dang nagawa namin bilang mga tao.”

“superior lady” at 26.

Geronimo also believes that its morethan-what-meets-the-eye that made them choose her saying, “I believe na naging inspirasyon ako sa mga batang ito or sa maraming tao na kailangan talaga, ’pag may pangarap ka, hindi hindrance ’yung hirap ng buhay.

“Sarah is not only supremely talented in all three areas of work – in acting, in singing, and in dancing.

Hindi hindrance ’yung sinasabi ng mga tao na, ‘Ha? Wala namang star quality ’yan, hindi naman maganda ’yan, hindi naman magaling ’yan.’”

Yes! Editor-in-chief Jo-Ann Maglipon believes that Sarah is in her prime and could be considered as the industry’s

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She’s also, we all know, a very good person with a very strong sense of family, very strong sense of gratefulness for all the people who supported her,” Maglipon said.

Other stars included in the list were: Marian Rivera, John Lloyd Cruz, Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo who all have bagged the ‘Most Beautiful Star’ award.

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Expand your social circle as it works well and give honors; attending social events would give new routes to profession.

Try to deal with as many outstanding issues and plans for the future as you possibly can. As in all things a healthy balance is required, take a break when you can, going out for a jog in the evening, riding your bike or long walks help you relax and unwind after a time of intense deliberations.

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The issues in the professional front may continue, but you could also here some appreciations from higher-ups; a proposal for change of place may be seen in profession.

You could see sudden rise personal and fall in professional front.

Your efforts and attempts may prove vain. There could be disagreements and tiffs with friends. Your confidence will standstill and give boost up for getting success. Don’t harbor much expectation from relatives.

You will become a charming conversationalist having due regards for ethics, religion and philosophy. Your words will never hurt or provoke the listeners. Financially things will be fine and there will be good flow of money too. Professionally things will take new shape and everything will be turning in your favor.

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bert morelos’ social corner The Aklan Ati-Atihan Association of BC Picnic at the Queen Elizabeth Park on August 9th. 2014.

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Artist Leo Cunanan Jr. with his creation “Melissa” at the Dimasalang III International Artist Group Exhibition.

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Finding home in the little village of Pula, Ifugao W hy do you wander? I’ve also asked myself that question for the most number of times. When I got to Pula, Ifugao, I have found some of the answers.

Pula reminds me of this: “it’s not down in any maps…real places never are.”

The kids and their teacher greeted me in their dialect and so I observed, listened and smiled – I didn’t understand any word at all.

Then, a little conversation I had with the teacher after the class made me feel a bit sad.

While on the road, I watched people and how they moved in their daily lives.

As the story melted inside, the mountains appeared before me so slowly in the afternoon.

I’ve experienced how amazing the motorbike drivers really are when we had to reach very

The evenings would mean rice wine and acoustic jams.

In one of the evenings there, I and my buddies shared stories with new Couchsurfing friends from Canada, Dana and Joel (who have later stayed with me as their host here in Iloilo for two weeks).

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It was my first time to experience the process of making Alamid coffee: raking them out under the sun to dry, pounding the

It was February and the forest was all green and dreamy.

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to run to instant coffee.

And, in most urban areas, expensive coffee shops tend to magnet customers endlessly.

There were not too many people walking around taking pictures of almost anything and everything.

Trekking made me feel as if I was walking in some unknown land yet treading towards home – which has just been coated by lonely cities, thick smog and enormous commercialism.

In the afternoon, I walked to the kindergarten school where Mark’s playground project stood.

I’m leaving this job and I’m going to the capital city to work as security guard.

In Pula, Ifugao – there were neither fancy bars nor guided tours.

foggy Pula (in one piece!).

I sat on a rock while watching the vines touch the rich land; I could hear the waterfalls not from afar.

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Getting there was a long journey. From Manila, we had to catch the bus and get off at Bagabag, Nueva Vizcaya (approximately 8 hours) and enjoyed a misty jeepney ride from Bagabag to Lagawe, Ifugao (1.5 hours). From Lagawe, we took the muddy motorbike ride to Pula (2 hours). As someone from the Visayas, it’s always an unfolding to see the other provinces of the archipelago.

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Healthy Chicken and Tofu Siomai 1 lbs. ground chicken 1 cup medium firm tofu 1 large white onion (finely chopped) 3 sprigs of onion leek (finely chopped) 1 medium size carrot (finely chopped) (preferably organic) 1 pack round wonton wrapper 2 tbsp. grade A soy sauce (Kimlan brand) 1 egg ¼ tsp. Sesame oil Pepper and Himalayan pink salt (according to taste)

In a electric chopper or food processor, finely chopped onion, carrot and onion leek. Put all ingredients in a bowl except the wonton wrappers. Mix well using both hands. Set aside.

Individually wrap about half a teaspoon of the mixture.

Close the wonton wrapper using a little bit of water.

Place the “siomai” in a steamer. Brush the steamer with a liitle bit of oil to prevent the siomai from sticking unto the bottom. Steam for 25- 30 minutes.

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