WE ARE LEARNING Issue #12 - Holiday Edition by Joey Sabio

HOLIDAY EDITION

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‘TIS THE YULE SEASON holiday greetings from the Manila

9 Mornings

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The Filipino Tradition of

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A FILIPINO CHRISTMAS The Most Anticipated Holiday of Every Filipino

NOCHE BUENA The Filipino’s Christmas Feast

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The Learning Society ▪ Christmas Shopping ▪ Wishlists ▪ Learning Year-End Party ▪

THE EDITOR’S LETTER

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.” –Helen Keller

his issue of We Are Learning, we all took part in showing how we celebrate our favorite Season in the whole year—Christmas. Thank you for participating and helping Project V.I.P. create this issue for all of you. We could not have done this without your help and we are truly grateful! Let us end this year with a BANG! Wishing you happiness this Holiday Season!

Juan Carlos F. Ramos EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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EDITORIAL TEAM WAL ISSUE 012 ▪ DEC 2011

PROJECT JOSE ANTONIO FERNANDEZ PROJECT LE AD

JUAN CARLOS RAMOS EDITOR IN CHIEF

RUBY CHAVEZ

A S S O C I AT E E D I T O R

SUZY ABELA

M ANAGING EDITOR

ANGELI MARIXI ROSALES

ST YLE EDITOR

AARON CABIGAS

VIP CONTRIBUTING WRITER

LYLE ROSS B. MAGNO, CAMILLA NICOLE S. NACPIL, ANNA MARIE V. ALFONSO, MA SUZETTE F. ABELA, DIMPLE SARA S. BALLESTEROS, MARINELLE V. BRIONES, JUAN CARLOS F. RAMOS

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CONTRIBU TING PHOTO GR APHER

VHONG IBANEZ, TINA VERGARA, CLARK WITTICH

E D I T O R AT L A R G E F O R F E AT U R E S

JOSE LEONARDO SABIO

E D I T O R AT L A R G E F O R L AY O U T

TRISHA RODRIGUEZ & CLARA OBMERGA

G R A P H I C D E S I G N & L AY O U T

The Learning Ops team is composed of various leaders that make the Learning Domain shine, just like the different colored ornaments on a Christmas Tree Photohraphed by Vhong Ibanez Styled by Angeli Rosales & Michelle Bongco Makeup by Clara Obmerga

THE HOLIDAY EDITION THE PROJECT LEAD’S LETTER

I just wanted to share one of my favorite Christmas songs. This was written by Edward Pola and George Wyle. However, it was later popularized by singer, Andy Williams.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year. With the kids jingle belling, and everyone telling you, “Be of good cheer,” It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

There’ll be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting and caroling out in the snow. there’ll be scary ghost stories and tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago. It’s the most wonderful time of the year. There’ll be much mistletoeing and hearts will be glowing, when loved ones are near. It’s the most wonderful time of the year. On behalf of everyone of Project VIP, we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Take this time to embrace positive energy. We hope you will enjoy this edition. It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Anton Fernandez PROJECT VIP LEAD

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CONTENTS

THE LEARNING SOCIETY The Bucket List. Christmas Wishlist. Christmas Shopping. Tiendesitas and Divisoria Season’s Greetings from the Learning Domain.

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IN FOCUS A 9-Morning Adventure. Quiapo Church • UST Chapel • UP Parish of the Holy Sacrifice • Manila Cathedral • Santo Niño de la Paz Church • Christ the King Parish • Mount Carmel- New Manila • Sta. Clara Church • Church of the Gesu The Filipino’s Chrismas Feast. A Very Filipino Christmas. Commit Less, Do More.

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The Bucket List FROM: Bea C. Ca rpio TL: Christina S. M

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FROM: Ayesa B. Basil io TL: Rainelda R. Mend oz

■ Join a fun run for a ca use ■ Invest in a nice camera ■ Learn to cook ■ Take my mom on vac ation ■ Go to live music events

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Guzman TL: Nino Stephen Anthony

Bellosillo ■ I will dine in a buffet of any 5 star hotel ■ I will join run for a cause ■ I will share my music to everyone ■ I will travel ■ I will budget my money

E ic B. Manalo FROM: Er eva TL: Haydee P. Villanu ach program ■ Participate in an outre e activity ■ ■ Join in a run for a caus when there Apply for a higher post r VBA is an opportunity ■ Maste ab for Excel ■ Rip my s

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FROM: Ruby T. Torres TL: Filipinas water a bike ■ White ■ Learn to ride e in s longest ziplin rafting! ■ Asia’ asses roll in dance cl Bukidnon ■ En climbing ■ Try out wall

FROM: Carlos D. Alvarez TL: Chiqui U. Coloma ■ Attend dance classes ■ Go to Ulu Temburong National Park ■ Go to Bellaroca ■ Write short stories ■ Learn a foreign language

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FROM: Olive Ann An e E. Reyes TL: Anna Marie V. Alfonso

■ Watch a concert for the first time . ■ Learn to swim and ice skate. ■ Go on cruise. ■ Try indoor climbing. ■ Rele ase negative emotions and limiting belie fs. ■ Learn not to take what others do or say personally. ■ Learn to say “no” without feeling guilty.

FROM: Grace Neil B. Wagan TL: Thomas d I would my first love an is is nn Te se ast exercise ■ Exerci is again, or atle nn te g in ay pl t eligion - I would like to star y Saturday. ■ R er ev g in m im - I would like through sw ith. ■ Schedule fa y m en th ng g. ■ Family like to stre about schedulin e iv ct oa pr g in d a couple to start be a plan for me an en be s ha It the Raffles and friends go at the top of to ily m fa d an always - The of friends ■ Be happy as i. at ak M in es althy lifestyle residenc in starting a he ep st nt rta po most im self happy. is to make your

t s i l h s i W s a Christm BENEDICT JOHN LEE Brand ILO 1. Make Lolos and Lolas Smile. 2. Make Children Smile. 3. Look around our earth, and look out to the sky. Realize how awesome they are to be observed by you.

ADRIAN A. RIMAS INTERNATIONAL OFFERING & SCHEDULING TEAM 1. Since I’m really close to my family, I want to be with them this Christmas. 2. I’ve always wanted to feed street children in our community so I wish there would be no hungry little kids this Christmas. :)

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AGA LABRADOR HDTS KITTING 1. Date with Kim Chiu - ‘Nuff said! 2. Air Jordan 1 Banned High Another historic shoe by MJ, as he was fined $5000 a game due to the sneaker’s color. This shoe was recently popularized by Jay-Z in the music video, “Otis”. 3. Air Jordan 4 (Black/Cement Grey) - A must have for sneaker lovers. This is a historic shoe worn by Michael Jordan in one of his greatest performances in his career.

CELINE LIAO Y. ONG BMS

CLARA TERESA V. OBMERGA INTERNATIONAL OFFERING & SCHEDULING TEAM

1. SHOES= “I’m Sh♥e in L♥ve” 2. HELLO KITTY STUFF= “The Purrrfect Gift” 3. MOSCHINO CHERRY PRINT DRESS= “What Every Fashionista Needs”

1. Nikon D7000 This would make my dream of becoming a photographer a reality! 2. Macbook Pro This is perfect for graphic designers/ video editors like me. 3. Suzuki Celerio I think this one is the most practical car for young professionals like me since it is classy,comfy, ecofriendly and fuel efficient

JEFFREY BUGARIN MANILA CLP 1. MSI Radeon HD 5870 Twin Frozr II 2. Iron Man MKIII Life Size Bust Sideshow Collectibles 3. 60’s re-issue Fender Mustang

STEPHANIE Y. AMBOY L&K EMEA (EVITA) 1. Avery cute Beagle puppy :)) 2. Make-up set 3. Shopping Spree

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tiendesitas According to wikipedia, Tiendesitas means “a collection of little stores”. It’s a shopping complex that replicates the world-renowned Chatuchak Market in Bangkok. Tiendesitas is located at Ortigas Ave corner C5 Road in Pasig. It offers native food, fashion wear and accessories, furniture, antiques, handicrafts, personal care and novelty items, pets, plants, and other Philippine–made products. At night, shoppers can be treated to acoustic and live band performances. There is also an area dedicated to special shows, exhibits, and unique Filipino presentations. Kids and adults can also enjoy riding the kalesa, which goes around Tiendesitas. Here are some price ranges based from my personal shopping tour from the place: Dog’s Travel Bag: Dress: Pants: Blouse: Toys:

Php 300 to 900 Php 300 to 800 Php 600 to 800 Php 300 to 800 Php 100 to 500 Divisoria is a market district in the heart of the City of Manila known for its wide variety of low-priced goods, wholesale and bargain shopping. Everything under the sun can be found in Divisoria, making it “the mecca of value shopping” and “the mother of all markets in Manila.” It is considered one of the National Capital Region’s premiere economic centers, as street shops, tiangge-style bazaars and shopping malls are all found here. Beware of pickpockets as advised by people living there. Here are some price ranges based from my personal shopping tour from the place: Dog’s Travel Bag: Dress: Pants: Blouse: Toys:

Php 300 to 400 Php150 to 500 Php 200 to 500 Php 100 to 500 Php 50 to 300

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A 9 MORNING

ADVENTURE WORDS BY SUZIE ABELA

ave you ever tried dragging yourself from your bed at 4 in the morning for 9 consecutive days, hoping that at the 9th day, you will be granted with one wish that is fated to come true? If yes, then you’re a certified devotee of SIMBANG GABI. Be proud, because you are one of the millions of Filipinos following the longest and most famous Christmas tradition in the country. Filipinos believe that the completion of the “9 MORNINGS” will entitle you with one wish from the heavens. Well, you better not be sleeping during mass because it’s all part of the test. Now, what if, you really want that wish to come true so badly that you are prepared to give some more effort just to fulfill it? HOW ABOUT

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QUIAPO CHURCH

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CHRIST THE KING PARISH

MOUNT CARMEL NEW MANILA

On a normal Sunday, people enjoy eating taho after the mass. But since it’s the holiday season, expect more bibingka and putubumbong around! LOCATION: Christ the King Seminary Compound, E. Rodriguez Ave., Quezon City

Mt. Carmel is a famous church for Weddings having large ornate array of stained glass windows which makes the church more romantic. So feel free to bring your partner, if you have one! LOCATION: Aurora Boulevard in New Manila, Quezon City

(Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene) People visit Quiapo because of the famous Black Nazarene that is believed to be miraculous. Quiapo is always crowded, especially on holidays, so make sure to be extra careful with your belongings! LOCATION: Plaza Miranda along Quezon Boulevard, Manila

(Santisimo Rosario Parish) Feel the cold December wind in an open-ground mass in UST! Don’t forget to bring your jacket if you don’t want to get colds. LOCATION: Ceferino Gonzales Drive Manila

VISITING 9 CHURCHES FOR 9 MORNINGS? Some people have already done this and they survived! Honestly, no one knows if this will really increase your chances of getting that wish. But I believe it can be a good excuse for a more adventurous and fun SIMBANG GABI with your family and friends. And so here is a suggested itinerary for your 9-morning adventure! Are you ready to experience SIMBANG GABI to the next level? I’m hoping you can say

“CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!”

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U.P. PARISH OF THE HOLY SACRIFICES

MANILA CATHEDRAL

SANTO NIÑO DE LA PAZ CHURCH

Enjoy one of the liveliest Simbang Gabi in a UFO-like chapel with performances from UP students. LOCATION: University of the Philippines, Diliman Campus, Quezon City

(Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception) Explore the walled City in Manila and visit this historical church! LOCATION: Intramuros, Manila

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STA. CLARA CHURCH

CHURCH OF THE GESU

On top of completing Simbang Gabi, you can also offer eggs in this church for your wish. LOCATION: Katipunan, Quezon City

This church looks like the traditional house of Filipinos, bahay-kubo. This is located inside the Ateneo de Manila campus. LOCATION: Ateneo de Manila University Campus, Katipunan

This church is in the heart of Makati’s Business District, close to Greenbelt Mall, so you can do your Christmas shopping after the mass! But you still need to wait for few more hours before the mall opens. LOCATION: Greenbelt, Makati

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LECHON

Christmas is always a time when Filipinos worry about their diet, but actually do nothing about it. For instead of indulging on oil-free, fatfree food, they would feast on lechon. Yes, lechon – that mouthwatering meal which is always present on the Filipino’s Christmas buffet table. Lechon, or roast pig, is best when cooked with lemon grass and topped with sarsa (sauce). It is often eaten as is, or with rice. But some health-conscious individuals nowadays create special salads with lechon, just to enjoy this delectable food while keeping a healthy diet.

HAM

If turkey is to Thanksgiving in the United States, then ham is to Christmas in the Philippines. Almost every household in the country, regardless of social class, serves ham (or hamon) during their Noche Buena. This is usually a cured leg of pork ham and it can either be baked or fried. It tastes better when glazed with pineapple juice or special sauce, but tastes best when shared with families and loved ones during Christmas.

PINOY-STYLE SPAGHETTI

Filipinos like it sweet. Filipinos like it with hotdog. And Filipinos like it on their tables during the Christmas season. In the Philippines, spaghetti has been a staple food during birthday occasions; hence, making it very popular with other celebrations too, like Christmas! Though mostly popular with children, no one ever gets tired of eating this classic, sweet, Pinoy-style spaghetti.

BIBINGKA AND PUTO BUMBONG

There lives a Christmas tradition in the Philippines wherein people go to mass at dawn for nine days. It starts as early as 4:00 AM on the 16th of December and ends at midnight on the 24th. Try attending one, and you will notice a row of vendors selling rice cakes cooked in clay pots and bamboo tubes. These rice cakes are called bibingka and puto bumbong. They are wrapped in banana leaves and eaten with butter, sugar, and grated coconut (niyog). These are more commonly known to the Filipinos as street food but nowadays, hotels include these in their menu during the holiday season.

QUESO DE BOLA

On the month of December, grocery lanes get filled up with these red, heavy balls of cheese. Queso de Bola, or Edam cheese, is something that Filipinos love to eat during the Christmas season. This is often eaten with puto and bibingka, but more often paired with Christmas ham during the Noche Buena. Queso de Bola is also It would a popular Christma not feel like Christmas foods. T s without thes giveaway in e h fitting to ey are tasteful a parties and nd the Filip ino’s pala gift-giving and they te activities significa hold a traditiona , n l c e t h in the a Christma t s spirit h brings the Philippines. o Filipino’s me to every heart. ■

More from our Learning colleagues: FRUIT SALAD “One of my favorite Christmas foods is fruit salad. I always make sure that it is included in our grocery list for Christmas. It’s not only very delicious but it also adds color to our dining table every Christmas Eve.” – Vina Go, HDTS-LIS

ROASTED CHICKEN “Christmas is never complete without the special roasted chicken made with my ninang’s recipe. Just get the turbo broiler out of the cupboards, marinade the chicken with a specific amount of herbs and spices, and voila, our yuletide chicken.” – Benedict Lee, Brand ILO I UBE HALAYA “Nothing else is sweeter than eating home-made ube halaya during Christmas Eve. It is hard to prepare, but it will pay off as soon as its sweetness touches your palate. Put some cheese on top of it and it’s ready to perk up your evening!” – Jessica Alcantara, HDTS-Kitting

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A VERY FILIPINO CHRISTMAS WORDS BY DIMPLE SARA BALLESTEROS

people would spend “ Most Christmas Eve with their families CHRISTMAS IS ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED HOLIDAYS OF EVERY FILIPINO. It is very festive and people take great pains to prepare for this holiday. A fusion of established Catholic traditions and Filipino customs, Christmas in the Philippines is just the right amount of fun. But since times are changing and the Philippines is slowly becoming more modern and open to new traditions, there are now new ways of celebrating a very Filipino Christmas. During the last quarter of the year, sales abound in every shopping mall, stores, and retailers. Some people like to cram and spend the first few weeks of December searching for gifts instead of doing it in November (or at the start of the “ber” months) like what most people usually do. Also, as soon as the “ber” months arrive, Filipinos already decorate their houses with Christmas lights, Christmas trees and parols or lanterns. And being a predominantly Catholic country, the Belen or the Nativity Scene is a permanent fixture in every Christmas décor. With regards to food, Filipinos

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always serve lechon (roast pig), puto bumbong, hams in all shapes and sizes, quezo de bola (balls of cheese), bibingka, pancit, leche flan, ube halaya, and fruit salad. Filipinos also believe that putting a basket of 12 different round fruits (oranges, watermelon, melon, dalandan, santol, chico, etc.) on the center of the dining table will promote an infinite bounty of blessings for the next year. As for the usual Filipino Christmas traditions, every Filipino is familiar with the Misa de Gallo (also known as Simbang Gabi or Nine Mornings). Filipinos wake up at the crack of dawn everyday from December 16 to December 24 to hear mass. Usually the mass happens at 4 in the morning, but lately some churches hold services at around 10pm as well. Those who are able to complete the Simbang Gabi are said to have their wishes come true. Christmas carolers are plenty during this time of the year. Some of them are street children playing improvised instruments, while some are professional choir members who sing from door to door and hand little envelopes for

donations that they can use for their foundations and charities. On the 24th of December, Filipinos would gather at home and have their Noche Buena, or the holiday feast before the clock strikes 12 for December 25th. Most people would spend Christmas Eve with their families in their homes. Some relatives from different places would catch flights to spend the holidays with their relatives in an ancestral home for a family reunion. However, some people these days do things differently, especially the younger, urban Filipinos. While most spend Christmas at home, some spend it travelling. Others will go to the beach because they prefer the warm weather, while some will spend Christmas Eve in a club or bar and celebrate it with other partygoers and fill their night with beer, dancing and merrymaking. Some will go to their friends’ houses and celebrate it with their friends. These are the ways on how Filipinos usually spend their Christmas. Whatever traditions it may be, Filipino Christmases are always fun and merry. ■

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

OPERATIONS TEAM Ven ▪ Yna ▪ Ryan ▪ Lisette ▪ Tina ▪ Gelo ▪ Sarah ▪ Mads ▪ Cezar

HDTS Kitting

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Tom ▪ Alster ▪ GJ ▪ Bok ▪ Kelly ▪ Sharon Camille ▪ Tin ▪ Lana

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BTOU and AP ESSC Tin ▪ Isko ▪ Kat ▪ Jopert ▪ Ben ▪ Dom ▪ Jennifer

Yna ▪ Cathy ▪ André ▪ Ruby ▪ Anton

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Brand ILO 2 Tins ▪ Angela ▪ Riaa ▪ Diana ▪ Erika ▪ Yom Popsy ▪ Carlos ▪ Zeus

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Anj ▪ Josef ▪ Tere ▪ Mango ▪ Chingkee ▪ Elle ▪ Roxy ▪ Elise ▪ Chloe ▪ Zel ▪ Raissa ▪ Arlene ▪ EJ ▪ JM ▪ Camil ▪ Chen

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Vhong ▪ Tina ▪ Reggie ▪ Joj ▪ Cameele ▪ Alain ▪ Jana ▪ Earl ▪ Grace ▪ Mike ▪ Trisha ▪ Joey ▪ Nina ▪ Paul ▪ Daryl

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Hydes ▪ Liz ▪ Marty/Marts ▪ Owen ▪ Vina ▪ Cams ▪ Mon ▪ Eric ▪ Ace ▪ Addy ▪

iOS Day-shift

Elle ▪ Mawi ▪ Mike ▪ Maiki ▪ Jeric ▪ Anj ▪ Miggy ▪ Tricia ▪ Ria ▪ Vanessa ▪ Arlyn ▪ Renz

iOS Mid-shift

Chiqui ▪ Shai ▪ Mabel ▪ Teri ▪ Clark ▪ Jared ▪ Mark ▪ Kris ▪ Loraine ▪ Angel ▪ Jared

iOS Night-shiftt

ISST Brand ILO Support Lei ▪ Gel ▪ Mitch ▪ Moi ▪ Ice ▪ Jap ▪ Blanq ▪ Cathy ▪ Arriane ▪ Tet ▪ Celine ▪ “A” / Yan ▪ Gerard ▪ Cy ▪ Sha ▪ Sasa ▪ Mark ▪ Dario

Rain ▪ Dang ▪ Imma ▪ Khay ▪ Lala ▪ Timmy ▪ Irene ▪ Ayesa

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US ESC Nel ▪ Stef ▪ Suzie ▪ Dimps

Honey ▪ Rob ▪ Khymer ▪ Mark ▪ Emer ▪ May ▪ Libs ▪ Kaye ▪ Bea ▪ Line

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Finance

Onin ▪ Bjorn ▪ Ronster ▪ Gabo ▪ Eljhay ▪ Arra ▪ Anna ▪ Stacy ▪ Dada

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, s s e l t i m om

DO MORE! WORDS BY: MARINELLE BRIONES

t happens every year: we wake up on January 1 and decide that this is the year things will finally change. But after a few months, all the gyms empty out and life goes back to normal. Resolutions aim to start everything on a fresh note, it is about bringing positive intentions of what we want to accomplish for the rest of the year.

WAL Holiday Edition covers the

important, yet simple resolutions of the Learning Ops Leadsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives; and when accomplished, will hope to bring about great changes they aim to achieve in the year ahead.

Resolution, n – A commitment that an individual makes that brings positive benefits to his/her life

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YEAR-END PARTY

12.11.2011 ▪ Fun Ranch, Frontera,Verde, Pasig WORDS BY NEL BRIONES PHOTOS BY TINA VERGARA & VHONG IBAÑEZ

“It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air.” ~W.T. Ellis The end of the year has come upon us again and 2011 has been a pretty big year for Learning.

WAL MAGAZINE

□ DECEMBER 2011

To celebrate milestones, recognize outstanding achievements and have a lot of fun, Learning Domain held its annual year-end Party at Fun Ranch, Ortigas last December 11. Like any other parties, we had no formalities, so the evening was quite causal. This year’s party was memorable because of the games, buffet food, raffle prizes and showcase of unprecedented homegrown talents within the domain. It is also an excellent way of saying a big thank you to the people who have shown dedication for the last quarter of the year. The event really created a different kind of way to develop a high level of team spirit. Indeed, Christmas is a time for reflection and reconciliation as well as a great opportunity to let your hair down and party hard.

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