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Mrs.Malaysia

Universe 2018

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Fairytales do happen

New planes to boost PAL’s Davao, Cebu and Clark hubs

University of Oxford London

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June caps our issue with the 2nd ASEAN FEST

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fter the first ASEAN FEST back in 2016, the 2nd Annual ASEAN FEST 2018 was in celebration of Southeast Asian Nations & Culture bringing in all Asian cultures and businesses alike. The festival was open to the public. Highlights were cultural performances, a variety

of artisan presentations showcasing arts & crafts, informational booths about

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travel destinations and tips, as well as historical & cultural backgrounds of the 10 ASEAN countries. The 10 ASEAN members include Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Our Philippine Consulate in Los Angeles, the Philippine Department of Tourism and Philippine Airlines were in full support of the event.

At the same time, our good friend from Malaysia, Samantha Go, the Mrs ASEAN 2016, was at the Grand Ballroom of Marriott Hotel in Putrajaya, Malaysia attending the Mrs Malaysia Universe and Mrs Elite Malaysia Universe. She was so kind to share the photos of the winners and of course, her red carpet appearance.

June is not only a month to celebrate Father’s Day, it is graduation fever all over and most every graduate and their loved ones celebrate endings from the academe and beginnings in the real lives they must eventually face and utilize the skills they learned as they move on.

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BAYERN, GERMANY Secrets of Success SILVIJA POPOVIC VANCOUVER, CANADA The Disruptors, The Audacity of Truth KAT SCHULTZE MANILA, PHILIPPINES In Other Worlds BECKY GARCIA Walk my Way MAYENNE CARMONA Metro Scene JOY FONG Proverbs 31 Woman JHOANNA DE GUZMAN LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM UK na UK ELA HIDALGO Kingdom Adventures GILDA PINEDA DIONELA BANGKOK, THAILAND Siam Living MARICEL DIAZ Social Media Photographer /Videographer CELIA ABUEL “PAPARRAZZCEL” Columnist/Events/Correspondent GRACE AGUILAR

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NEW YORK, USA On Call ROMULO AROMIN, JR. MD Special Section: NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY Joy in Tiny Jaunts JANICE LINGAD-THABET

Immigration Professor’s Corner ROBERT PERKINS, ESQ EZWay’s Corner ERIC ZULEY Talk This Way TIM PARK Dine Travel in Style GRACE AGUILAR

LAS VEGAS, USA Vegas Vibes ESMERALDA PADILLA-GOULD

The Scoop on Real Estate VANESSA KEMPF

FLORIDA, USA Life’s Journey MELODY GARCIA

HAWAII, USA Maui Mania EDITH PENDLETON

Mental Wellness JANIE LACY

Island Living RANDY ANTONIO

LOS ANGELES, USA Reflections of Hope REV. R.D. QUEMA

DUBAI Living the Good Life GABRIELA MILODA

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his month our cover is a mover and shaker in his own right. Kin Hui, CEO of Singapoli Capital Corporation and Chairman of Invest L.A. Regional Center, is the powerful, enigmatic leader of the Singapoli companies that comprise ventures into real estate investment Edith Y. Pendleton Editor and development, general construction, property management and architectural and building design.

Then there is Dr. Farrah Agustin - Bunch a woman His sterling accomplishments accompanied by his with a passionate mission. A woman determined outreaching visions for the growth and expansion of to make a difference in the world of medicine.

Singapoli is an inspirational read on the workings of a Dr. Farrah is a graduate of St. Louis University in genius in his field of specialty.

Baguio City. And while completing her internship In this day and age of realism, storybook fairy in China and Scotland, she also completed a Holistic tales are almost a mere figment of the imagination.

Health Practice from Natural Healing College in Los The whirlwind romance of a mixed race, non- British Angeles, California. divorcee and the second son of Prince Charles and the Joy Fong writes about the fashion show for late Princess Diana was sure one to make heads spin.

Mayon, our volcano which recently acted up and Though this is parallel to the doomed story of another caused some destruction with the need to rehabilitate divorcee who caused the abdication of the next in line lives in the region. Along similar lines, Jo Garcia to the British throne, today’s version has a happier features Woodbury University’s version of a fashion ending. And that is noteworthy in the way that time has presentation. Marc Anthony talks about Stephen dramatically shifted the story line from one of a sad tale Bishop and Wilson Philips’ Red Rock concert. to that of a forever happy after ending.

Additionally, we have a couple of celebrations in Our writer in London sheds light on how the Jayah’s graduation and Hannah’s wedding. June being iconic blockbuster fiction movies, the likes of “Alice’s the month we celebrate Father’s day, a loving tribute Adventures in Wonderland”, “The Lord of the Rings” and from the son of Reverend Rodrigo Quema touches a “The Chronicles of Narnia” had a common link in the chord. As the editor, I suppose June gloom in Maui University of Oxford in Oxfordshire, England where one Mania isn’t really about that. Read on... can attain to obtain a Postgraduate degree in the genre.

Our flagship airline, Philippine Airlines will further Follow us on: boost its operations at its hubs in Davao, www.actvus.com /Las Vegas ch 30.6 Cebu and Clark Airports. With the 12:00-12:30 Saturdays/ACTV-05 apps for scheduled arrival of 15 new aircraft INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE worldwide within the year, and an additional six 3756 W. Avenue 40 #160 www.kxla.com /Los Angeles ch 44, 19, 34 in 2019, the route buildup is a strategic Los Angeles, CA 90065 (check listings Spectrum/Dish/DirectTV USA goal as PAL aims for a 5-Star global Website: http://mutv.manilaupmagazine rating. manilaup@gmail.com FB: Manila Up TV – mutv Entertainment Within the pages, the reader will manilaupmagazine.com find the bold and brilliant celebration of Crimson Hotel’s global sophistication, follow us on FB, Twitter, Instagram,Tumblr, Issuu going beyond five years in its aim to maintain the level of service its patrons desire.

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Kin Hui CEO of Singpoli Group, LLC and Singpoli Capital Corporation Mr. Kin Hui is the CEO of Singpoli Capital Corporation and Chairman of Invest L.A. Regional Center. He leads Singpoli companies that specialize in real estate investment and development, general construction, property management, and architectural and building design.

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“FAIRYTALES DO HAPPEN Prince Harry and Meghan met on a blind date on June 2016 and announced their engagement in November 2017. And in May 2018, the world witnessed, as they sealed their kiss, as husband and wife.

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Light or Darkness? You choose (University of Oxford, Oxfordshire England) If you are dreaming to obtain a postgraduate degree or are simply a fan of Hollywood’s blockbuster fiction movies, the best place to go is to the place where “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Lord of the Rings and the Chronicles of Narnia” begun.

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New planes to boost PAL’s Davao, Cebu, Clark hubs Route buildup is strategic goal as PAL aims for 5-Star global rating Philippine Airlines (PAL) will further boost its operations at its hubs in Davao, Cebu and Clark, with the scheduled arrival of 15 new aircraft within 2018, and another six (6) aircraft in 2019.

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Crimson Hotel’s Bold and Brilliant at Five Celebration Going beyond five years, Crimson Hotel aims to offer the global sophistication that its patrons desire.

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Dr. Farrah’s Natural Remedies It is safe to say that Dr. Farrah Agustin - Bunch is a woman with a passionate mission. A woman determined to make a difference in the world of medicine, Dr. Farrah is a graduate of St. Louis University in Baguio City while completing her internship in China and Scotland, and also completed a Holistic Health Practice from Natural Healing College in Los Angeles, California.

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THE BUSINESSMAN/ ENTREPRENEUR, OUR MAN OF THE HOUR

MR. KIN HUI

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man of great stature, power and wealth.

A man whose philosophy in life is to give back to the community. He has a proven record of successfully establishing and managing real estate portfolios and related businesses. Our Man of the Hour is none other than Mr. Kin Hui, son of a structural engineer and architect.

Mr. Hui has been active in the acquisition, development and management of real properties in Southern California since the early 1990’s. He has been a founding partner and President of Pacific Design Group since 1997, a Managing Partner of Singpoli Investment, LLC since 1992 and the Managing Member of Singpoli Pacifica, LLC since 2007. He founded a charitable foundation devoted to helping disadvantaged children. He is a holder of a California General Contractor license and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Woodbury University with major in Interior Designs and minor in Business Administration.

As Co-Chairman and President of Toucan Interactive Corp. since April 22, 2016, he also serves as Chief Executive Officer at Singpoli Capital Corporation. He co-founded Singpoli Construction Inc. in 1992 and has been its President and Chief Executive Officer since.

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Owner and Manager of a group of companies commonly known as the Singpoli Group, Mr. Hui is a managing member of BDK with decades of experience with executive management, real estate development and investment which provide him with the qualifications and skills most needed in these spheres.

Singpoli Financial Service established in 2016 was to provide clients with one-stop services such as insurance, mortgage and private banking. Singpoli is divided into 3 words and its Chinese meaning for these are: “Sing” (integrity, sincerity and credibility), “Po” ( protection and preservation) and lastly “Li” (profitability). As a whole Singpoli stands for honesty, protecting the best interests of clients, investors and employees.

Professionalism and Integrity make up the core of the business. Singpoli is avowed to be the honest solution for successful Transpacific real estate business.

Mr. Kin Hui has invested in 8sian Media, the first and largest Chinese/ Asian focused multichannel network across global social networks and video sites. With over 200 million video views, the advertising platform includes millions of video impressions in sites like YouTube, Amazon, ITunes, Netflix, Hulu, Viki, Google Play and DailyMotion.

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They also have the largest AsianAmerican targeted out of home (OOH) digital TV signage network with over 100 signed locations reaching more than 3 million viewers per month. Their business is to help out international content owners distribute and monetize content in China with the ability to reach 600 million smartphones and over 500 millions online video users.

They are in partnership with top television networks in China, including Hunan, SMG, Zhejiang, Anhui, CCTV and CNTV. With experts in social/video advertising, they take insights learned from one platform and use them to better target audiences on others. Understanding other countries’ culture and languages is also at the heart of what they do, which allows them to tailor their approach to unique markets across the world.

Mr. Kin Hui has created Evolution Management bringing new ideas to the region with his investments in restaurants. As a food enthusiast himself, he brought trendy Chinese restaurants and bars like Triple 8 China Bar & Grill in LA LIVE and Li Orient Asian Bar & Restaurant located at the US Bank Tower, which had its successful grand opening last February 24, 2018 in Los Angeles, CA. More future projects to look forward to are in the works, there’s phase 2 of DusitD2 Hotel Constance in Pasadena which will be opening by the end of summer and an entertainment center which will be bringing in more businesses plus employment in the West Covina area.

A recent press conference was held at DusitD2 Hotel Constance for the 2nd Annual ASEAN FEST 2018 which was held last May 26, 2018 at the Puente Hills Mall in Azusa CA. First time festival participant, DusitD2 Hotel Constance conducted their first lucky draw for a staycation package in their lovely boutique hotel in Pasadena. manilaupmagazine.com

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Among Mr. Kin Hui’s many activities and events, we remember this year’s Rose Parade wherein the Singpoli Float “Rising Above” won the Sweepstakes trophy at the 129th Tournament of Roses Parade as the most beautiful entry encompassing float design, floral presentation and entertainment. This is their 5th award winning float, winning 4 awards sponsoring floats every year since 2014. The “Rising Above” theme is about... “No matter how difficult life maybe, we can rise above and overcome adversity and make a difference”.

Aside from being a successful businessman/ entrepreneur, Mr. Kin Hui is very much involved in a lot of different charities. He’s the founder of Kin Hui Charity devoted to helping orphaned special needs children. Among other charities are a variety of regional nonprofits affiliated with prestigious local institutions, such as the Pasadena Symphony and Pops, Los Angeles Chinese American Museum and University of California, Irvine, indeed he has many accomplishments and awards. He has been honored by the Los Angeles County Chinese American Sheriff Advisory Committee and awarded the “World Elite Chinese Businessperson by the Overseas Chinese Business Exchange.

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contribution to the L.A. business community. In 2016 it was the “Congressional Leadership Award” from Congresswoman Judy Chu and in 2017, Singpoli Group, LLC. was honored as the 49th Assembly District’s 2017 Small Business of the Year in recognition of its long-standing support of the community. Aside from being “CEO of the Year” presented by the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership he currently serves as Honorary Chair of the Board of Trustees for ASEAN People’s Association of Los Angeles. Kin Hui received his honorific, ‘Dato’, in 2017 when he was awarded the Dato’ Indera Mahkota Pahang (DIMP) by His Royal Highness Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Sultan Abu Bakar, the Sultan of Pahang, Malaysia.

In October, American National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Pasadena Branch presented to Kin Hui its “Corporate Award” to acknowledge his contribution to the local community. Mr. Kin Hui’s inspiration to reach out to the community and other cultures believes that it’s a great way to network, bring cultures together and through cooperation, these partnerships whether new or long standing will continue to enrich the community that he calls home, the Greater Los Angeles area.

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100 Lechon

on parade defines the town of

Looc Romblon today!

The Litson parade

Gov. Luis Chavit Singson, One Looc 2008 President Jonathan Gaytano

The Street Dancing

Gov. Ed Lolong Firmalo, Gov. Chavit Singson, Becky Garcia, Mayor Leila Arboleda, Gunther Matschuck,

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rriving on a private plane, the Honorable Luis Chavit Singson was greeted with 100 and one Lechon on parade on April 25th in the beautiful town of Looc, Romblon as the guest of Honor for “ONE LOOC TOWN FIESTA CELEBRATION 2018” with this year’s theme on hash tag #noboundaries #crossover. He also witnessed the very popular “Talabukon Festival” which features street dancing to depict the rich culture and history of the town and tasked to crown the queen. manilaupmagazine.com

Dr. Joni Dizon, Joy Fong, Sen. Manny Pacquiao

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Gov. Eduardo Filmalo, Vincent Amiel Requizo Manano, Marie Toni Fondevilla, Jane Umali

Marissa Baladjay Cupp, Mari Toni Fondavilla, Dr. George Sarakinis

Becky Garcia, Ms. Looc 2018, Alexandra Lalaine Condes Vayda, Gov. Chavit Singson

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Norman Cupp, Vincent Amiel Requizo Minano, Ms. Looc 2018 Alexandra Lalaiie Condes Vayda & Astrud Adriano Crisologo

Nikki Jimenez, Alexandra Lalaine Condes Vayda, Engr. TJ Arboleda

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Dubbed anew, as the Lechon Capital in the whole province of Romblon, Looc now has gained popularity not only in the Philippines but in the whole world as netizens reacted positively on the photos uploaded by Loocnons and the Facebook page, ONE LOOC 2018. It’s the first time in the town’s history for everyone to have witnessed such grand parade of Lechon donated by Loocnons themselves and served to all the guests, spectators and the general public present at the plaza for free.

Unlimited rice wrapped in banana leaves complete the meal.

Truly, a fiesta worth remembering.

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Light or Darkness?

You choose

(University of Oxford, Oxfordshire England)

the strength of the University’s academe was in the field of Theology. The grandest of most medieval buildings at that time were church buildings. There was Eucharist or communion and mass every day to honour the Son of God. That is why when I came to visit the church building’s imposing presence was to be seen everywhere. Oxford was a centre for intellectual debates, with scholars involved in religious and political disputes. “The Lord is My Light” is on the Oxford University coat of arms. One of the most learned theologians alive, Doctor Robert Tillman, (D. Phil. Oxford University 1977) tweeted, “Oxford University was born when there was a sense of the fear of God in the land, hence their foundation being Psalm 27:1”.

Great Men of the University of Oxford

There are so many great men that the University of Oxford produced who helped shape the world. I walked in the place these great men walked, the places I saw in the movies gave me a good feeling that made me exclaim: “ God is good!” Let me just mention of two graduates we know about who touched our lives then and now namely, John Wycliffe and CS Lewis.

In the 14th century, John Wycliffe inspired a movement against the Roman Catholic Church and translated the Bible from Vulgate to English so that ordinary people can read it aside from priests, bishops, cardinals and the Pope. He paved the way so that you and I can read the bible whenever and wherever we want to. His journey was long

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f you are dreaming to obtain a postgraduate degree or are simply a fan of Hollywood’s blockbuster fiction movies, the best place to go is to the place where “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Lord of the Rings and the Chronicles of Narnia” begun. In the University of Oxford. It is a massive place steeped in history, adventure, learning and architecture. One article will not give justice to convince anyone that this is one place to include in a bucket list. I went there with beaming excitement.

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The University of Oxford

The University of Oxford rose to prominence in the 1220’s. The university has no known founding date. Teaching existed in some form in 1096 and developed rapidly from 1167 when Henry II banned English students from going to the University of Paris. The early history of Oxford as it was known was based upon the importance of Theology and the Liberal Arts it also gave more serious attention to the study of Physical Science than the University of Paris. In the 13th century

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and rough, he was known as the “Morning Star of Reformation” that inspired William Tyndale and Martin Luther. From the beginning to the end of his life, the Lord was his light.

Then there is Clive Staples Lewis, or, CS Lewis.

He is one of my favourite alumni from Oxford University. I have a collection of his books. He was born in November 29, 1898. His father was a lawyer, his mother was a mathematician and his grandfather a preacher. He was an atheist who converted to Christianity by the help of devout Roman Catholic, J.R.R. Tolkien (John Ronald Reuel Tolkien), the author of Lord of the Rings. CS Lewis and J.R.R Tolkien and their friends formed a group of Oxford scholars called “The Inklings”.

In the 1930’s the Age of Modernism was popular.

The Inklings resisted this movement. C.S. Lewis became the front runner apologist of Christian faith. During World War II, the faith of people in God dwindled. The religious director of BBC requested CS Lewis to talk about faith in a way ordinary people would understand. It became a success that during that time the second most popular voice known all over the nation next to

Winston Churchill was the voice of CS Lewis. The collection of this broadcast from 1941-1944 was put into print in a book called “Mere Christianity”.

The Lord is My Light

The lives of John Wycliffe and CS Lewis are living legacy in that they lived their life and maintained “The Lord is My Life”. However, when I came here I noticed that most people do not know and believe in the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Oxford University’s coat of arms seemed not to apply even to its graduates anymore. And I wondered why.

From the time of John Wycliffe down to CS Lewis people had holy fear in God, but after that most people feared man more than God. After World War II there were drastic changes in all aspects in Great Britain. It was the time of rebuilding. However, the social and moral values had shifted too. The population had become more individualistic and less respectful. Major changes in law occurred such as legalization of abortion and homosexuality, abolition of capital punishment, extension of legal aid systems that increased the divorce rate and led to the birth of

a Welfare State. It is a far, wide and deep topic but it is necessary to have a glimpse as to what happened. In short, people relied more on their prosperous government and they didn’t find the need of God. Continuous disregard of the Bible as the word of God is blatant and even passed as a law that rippled across the world. And some of those who still believe in the Bible diverted from the message and omitted the teaching about Hell because for those who do not believe, Hell is a very offensive topic. Jesus Christ is the light of the world. His brightness and glory does not depend on people nor institutions. Whether people believe Him or not, He remained the Son of God and Saviour of those who believe in Him. He taught about Hell not because He is angry but because that is reality. Jesus is offering love and redemption not punishment nor condemnation. The world 20

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rejected His teachings and lived by their own devices. But the result is very clear, I don’t have to write it down, just read the newspaper every day. My gratitude to Oxford University for having the likes of John Wycliffe and CS Lewis and his friends when everything around seems unbearable.

We have the Bible and good movies and books to spend our time on. The world is in darkness since the fall, it will not brighten up by simply sitting and reading the Bible and the Chronicles of Narnia. It will brighten up if we share the light based on His living Word and the love of Jesus Christ in action by the power of the Holy Spirit.

King David wrote Psalms 27:1 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? (KJV). Enrolment is now going on. Whose side, are you on?

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METRO SCENE BY JOY FONG

Fashion show

for Mayon D BICOL

uty Free Philippines Corporation (DFPC) in partnership with Designer Circle Philippines (DCP) and the All Nation Womens Group conducted a fashion show. Fundrasing for our Kababayan in Albay Bicol affected by the recent Mount Mayon eruption, and was organized by the Charter President of the Rotary Club of San Marcelino 3810 Arlene Llasos Jacobo and Malou Bewer incoming President of the All Nation Womens Group.

Some of the top professional models and beauty queens walked the runway wearing the creation of multi- awarded designer Edwin Uy and Dave Ocampo.

Lennard & Barbara Jansson Embassy of Sweden

Malou Bewer

Chuchi Villar, Merci Padolina

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Enzo Villegas

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Arlene Jacobo

Igor Krasnov

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MAUI MANIA BY EDITH Y. PENDLETON

Isagani Busito, Naohito Izumikawa, Jeffrey Lagaso II

Pinky Misson, Tess de, Sally Golimlim, Mhel Pechera, Sugar Suzuki, Arlelne Sinohin, Sugarv Sugunhi, Relibeth Omido

Remy Besinge, Baby Tan, Emy Rodriquez, Vilna Mendoza

June Gloom not!

Dr. George Sarakinis, Becky Garcia, H.E. Rolando Guevara Alvarado (Panama) Serla Russel, Ito Curata

Ben & Marilou Benedicto, Fema Duterte

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hile living in Los Angeles for many years, there was what folks called “June gloom”.

That hazy, somewhat out of place cloudiness over the otherwise sunny skies of the Sunshine State. Here in Maui, as I write this piece, we have our own version called “Vog”, also known as volcanic fog.

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MAUI MANIA

By Edith Pendleton

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With the recent outburst of Pele, the Goddess known and revered in Hawaii for her mighty, powerful leashes of lava, we are “vogged out” (for lack of a better term, I coined this one). The spews from the Big Island, our neighbor blanket us and obscure the sun from most of the isle.

Not to be repulsed, the nonplussed native Hawaiians go about their business as their forebears had in generations past. Last night was a full moon, mesmerizing as it reflected upon the waters shimmering in its splendid light. The palm trees were silhouetted amidst the profile of Haleakala, swaying in the light evening breeze. Today, I watched as fisher folks rounded the shoreline, casting their lines.

They carefully avoid the resident turtles who slovenly feast on the seaweed by the rocks close to shore. This morning, a rather odd sight greeted me.

A solitary figure waded into the shallow tide and patiently rocked his shovel into the sand, sifting through it and sieved some into a screen mesh of sorts he had floating beside him. I took a shot from behind as I sat watching from the lounge chair on the lawn hoping to catch his attention. Not perturbed and obviously oblivious to my presence behind him, he kept at it as if on a mission. I took a brief break to check back later only to find he had gone as quietly as he had come into the picture.

Curious, I shall pursue this and find out what he was doing. This brings to mind one facet of the local, native culture. That of respect for the “Aina”, the environment. Their innate ability to forage 26

without harming the food sources, both from the Makai (ocean) and Mauka (mountain) and all that is between. There is a local radio station which even gives tips on when it is most ideal to plant, harvest and even fish specific species of native plants and marine edibles. Above all, what I admire is their ability to sustain what is supposed to be blessings to be shared among everybody.

They harvest only what they need, and if for some reason, gather more than they do, it is shared with others. In the Philippines, this cooperative trait is called “Bayanihan” and perhaps, our affinity to the Pacific and other Pacific Islanders has its roots in the communal way of life.

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Turning the page, we are in the new world order, ordered by the Android Revolution. Gone are the days when folks would leisurely chat and shoot the breeze, talking face to face, eye to eye. Most are stooped over some device or another, whether it be this computer I am writing on or the cell phone I am constantly monitoring for “pings” from Messenger, we are all caught up in this age of separation. The story I share about the way of life that I still am blessed to witness here on the island is slowly fading into oblivion, a poignant tale for the future to look back into the past, it is an image I shall tap into when I am trapped in the whirl of cyberspace. Poignant as it may sound, the haste and pace of modern life is not something a lot of people thrive in, myself included. Although inclined to stay in the loop of things, many have come to the conclusion that the American Dream is evolving into an American Nightmare. The population explosion being a given, resources is depleting at a rapid rate, competition is fierce for most everything and there seems no relief in sight. That is why, there is the Minimalist Movement, spreading globally,

silently but surely. It may not be the panacea to the wanton Consumerism, that has fed into our collective consciousness but it may make a dent.

Not to return to what is now history, we have the onus of responsibility, in our generation to at least leave some piece of what humanity was about, Hawaiian story as above included.

Therefore, the environmentally responsible among our world’s populations have come to an unspoken understanding... that of conservation and preservation. There is this parallel movement along with the Minimalists who are crusading for not just for reuse and recycle but also to refuse. The “Last Straw” is an initiative which was jumpstarted to refuse the use of plastic straws which have caused the countless depletion of marine life. Reusable straws are the trend, not in a temporary fashion, it is going to be the first step in our new revolution to save what is left of planet Earth. June is the month to check in on this and begin to refuse the use of plastic straws. Not a gloomy prospect this June. Till next, do your part, every bit has a cumulative effect upon the whole.

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very ordinary girl dreams to marry a prince charming, just like the fictional characters Cinderella, Snow White and Belle, who have met and married their handsome prince charming. This dream came true for Rachel Meghan Markle, who was born in Los Angeles and a

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former American Actress, when he married the Duke of Sussex; the youngest son of Prince Charles and Princess Diana on May 19, 2018 at Windsor. She is now a member of the British Royal Family who will undertake royal duties in support to the Queen and will support several charities and humanitarian.

The life of Megan Markle was under the microscope, from the time her engagement and marriage to Prince Harry was announced, due to her mixed race heritage and being a commoner.

Her mother, an American African, is a social worker and a yoga instructor who lives in California, while her father who lives in Mexico, is a daytime Emmy-Award winning retired lightning director. Her parents are divorced and Meghan is also a divorcee, who was married to an actor/ producer in 2011. Despite of all of these, Prince Harry had settled his life with Meghan, after all his past relationships with so many women.

Therefore, the Royal Prince had found his true love.

Prince Harry and Meghan met on a blind date on June 2016 and announced their engagement in November 2017. And in May 2018, the world witnessed, as they sealed their kiss, as husband and wife. The father of Meghan was unable to attend the wedding due to his admission to the hospital, recovering from a heart surgery last week. Hence, the Prince of Wales, Prince Charles was the one who walked his daughter-in-law down the aisle. Meghan wore an elegant white gown with a white veil and a boat neck while both Prince Harry and his best man, Prince William was wearing the frock coat uniform of the blues and royals. The ceremony took place at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle. Thousands of people flocked to Windsor to celebrate this momentous and historic royal wedding.

It is indeed, FAIRYTALES DO HAPPEN!

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SPECIAL FEATURE

New planes to boost

PAL’s Davao, Cebu, Clark hubs Route buildup is strategic goal as PAL aims for 5-Star global rating

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ormer American Actress, when he married the Duke of Sussex; the youngest son of Prince Charles and Princess Diana on May 19, 2018 at Windsor. She is now a member of the British Royal Family who will undertake royal duties in support to the Queen and will support several charities and humanitarian.

The life of Megan Markle was under the microscope, from the time her engagement and marriage to Prince Harry was announced, due to her mixed race heritage and being a commoner. Her mother, an American African, is a social worker and a yoga instructor who lives in California, while her father who lives in Mexico, is a daytime Emmy-Award winning retired lightning director. Her parents are divorced and Meghan is also a divorcee, who was married to an actor/producer in 2011. Despite of all of these, Prince Harry had settled his life with Meghan, after all his past relationships with so many women.

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Dr. Farrah’s Natural Remedies

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t is safe to say that Dr. Farrah Agustin - Bunch is a woman with a passionate mission. A woman determined to make a difference in the world of medicine, Dr. Farrah is a graduate of St. Louis University in Baguio City while completing her internship in China and Scotland, and also completed a Holistic Health Practice from Natural Healing College in Los Angeles, California.

Her passion stems from a deep desire to go beyond a diagnosis to determine what is the cause of a disease, particularly cancer. To fulfill her purpose, Dr. Farrah, along with her father, the world-famous herbalist, Sir Antonio Agustin. Mr. Agustin developed the first natural cancer treatment center in the Philippines in 2000 and together with Dr. Farrah, they later on developed The Dr. Farrah Method.

The Dr. Farrah Method is unique because of its different approach to treating cancer. Dr.

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Farrah notes, “In conventional medicine, the focus is the disease, in alternative medicine, the focus is the patient.”

Dr. Farrah is set to release her book about natural medicine titled Dr. Farrah’s Natural Remedies . The book compiles natural home remedies from over fifteen years of experience as well as her personal tried and tested cures from Integrative Medicine.

Dr. Farrah believes in a treatment called ‘Integrative Medicine’, an approach that combines conventional medicine with alternative interventions that help overcome and compensate for the abject failures of chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery.

Her method works to reach the cause of the illness by eliminating toxins eradicating both the illness and the cause. Treatments are entirely tailored to the individual, Dr. Farrah works closely with her patients to determine the best way to treat them. . manilaupmagazine.com

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PROVERBS 31, WOMEN BY JHOANNA DE GUZMAN

When Was the Last Time

YOU EXPERIENCE PEACE? Romans 14:17-19 says..

For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit, because anyone who serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and receives human approval. Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.

Nonetheless, in this world full of busyness and distractions, how does someone really acquire peace?

One of the lessons I have got to learn as I mature is to prioritize peace above everything. To possess a clear mind, keep a positive outlook in life, be complacent, embrace whatever I have, wherever I am and most importantly, to trust God, that everything will be well eventually.

True enough, it’s not easy to not worry, fear or stress. But I figured, it can be countered and we can be really intentional about it.

John 14:27 mentioned, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”God wants us to experience peace once and for all. What we just have to remember is that, peaceful moments are not rare, but we have to do it on purpose.

PROVERBS 31, WOMEN

By Jhoanna B. de Guzman

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There are a few things that you can do to enjoy peace in your life Be in the company of those you love and stay away from negative people. You don’t want their thoughts and words to sink into your subconscious mind and affect your moods and state of mind. On the other hand, you have to prioritize giving your time to people who add into your life and make you happy.

Take a time off. Find time to relax. Perhaps, there are some people who happen to express relaxation as being absorbed in reading a book, lying on the sand at the beach or even just turning the TV off.

No matter how busy life may get, it’s important to unwind once in a while.

Accept what cannot be changed. Believe that all will be well, don’t hold grudges, learn to forgive and forget and don’t nurture ill feelings. This saves a lot of time, energy and worries.

Don’t take everything too personally. Emotional detachment at times can be so helpful. This would bring your life more peace, harmony and common sense.

Avoid being jealous of others. Jealousy means you have low selfesteem and therefore consider yourself as inferior to others.

Jealousy and low self-esteem often lead to lack of peace of mind.

Realizing that we need to pause for a while, breath and learn to feel is very important. Considering all of these will take away our minds from its usual thoughts and worries thus, replacing them with an experience of inner peace.

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WALK MY WAY BY MAYENNE CARMONA

Crimson Hotel’s

Bold and Brilliant at Five Celebration

Carmela Bocanegra, Crimson Mactan GM Didier Belmonte, Crimson Alabang GM Gerhard Doll, Models Alexia Aguirre, Christi Mcgarry and Eduardo Lara, Michael Gapin

Chroma’s VP for E-Commerce Sunish Sadasivan, Michael Gapin of Crimson Hotel with Mr. and Mrs. Sunil Banwari of ON Semiconductor Chroma Country Mngr James Montenegro, Filinvest’s Michael Eduard Gotianun, Rep. Ruffy Biazon of Muntinlupa, GM Gerhard Doll, Carmela Bocanegra, Ria Jareno, Michael Gapin

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ive years, countless extraordinary moments.

Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila recently celebrated another milestone – 5 years of gracious hospitality at the heart of the vibrant Alabang. Partners, clients, and friends from the media joined the meaningful festivity last April 24, 2018, and witnessed a night filled with color, entertainment, gastronomy and good times. manilaupmagazine.com

It was in the year of 2012 that the Crimson Hotel Filinvest City officially opened its doors to pave the way for family staycationers and business travelers who are looking for extraordinary experiences in the south of Manila. Elegant and modern architecture inspired by rich values of Filipino heritage, wonderful service, and delightful cuisines are the expression of Crimson Hotel’s cosmopolitan lifestyle.

(L-R) Wolfgang Weilbach, Peter Wallace, Gerhard Doll, Andrew Phillips, David Robinson

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People Asia’s Paolo dela Cruz and Gian Carla, Chroma’s VP for Sales and Marketing Carmela Bocanegra, Ronie Reyes and Christine Bautista

Eastwest Bank’s Patrick Solosa, Jacqueline Fernandez, Mike Golez, Jo Cadano

Theater stalwarts Ynah Laurel, Carla Guevara-Laforteza, and Shiela Valderrama

Rupert and Tina Jacinto, Ito Curata, Chroma’s Country Manager James Montenegro, Grace Glory Go, Crimson Hotel’s Michael Gapin

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Aptly tagged the ‘Bold & Brilliant at 5,’Crimson Hotel will continue to spark the passionate cosmopolitan to all of its guests and serve them ‘in a heartbeat’. “At the center of it all is a cosmopolitan spirit and warm Filipino hospitality that we strive to give to all our guests, providing everyone with an unforgettable experience,” stated Mr. Gerhard Doll, General Manager of Crimson Hotel. The event also gave commemoration to the dedication of the people – its employees, behind the achievements of Crimson Hotel.

Going beyond five years, Crimson Hotel aims to offer the global sophistication that its patrons desire.

Look forward to upcoming developments such as two restaurants and a bar with distinct concepts, and more exciting new offerings that feed the lust for life. manilaupmagazine.com

Jo Ann Bitagcol, Ronie Reyes, Liza Ilarde, Gerhard Doll, Carmela Bocanegra, Jenn Rivera, Chesca dela Cruz, Baba Parma, Luis Espiritu

Crimson Brand Ambassadors Christi Mcgarry and Eduardo Lara

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SPECAIL FEATURE

EMOTIONAL WALLS

Putting up emotional walls is my worst trait and one that I’m openly, willingly and continually working on…

BY JHOANNA B. DE GUZMAN

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o matter how nice you think a person is, there were certain times when they would choose to ignore the world and wall themselves off.

I myself have experienced that. There were days

where I feel like shutting everyone out...

Emotional walls come from a legitimate place. It may be from an emotional, physical or mental hurt, it might be one’s way of trying to be more careful. They may have had experienced

people walking over them and it’s their defense mechanism or it might be their way to remove any power that someone has over them.

What I mean is, each one of us has our own reasons.

Yes, we want to smile and consider every day as a beautiful day to be alive but there were times when really, we just certainly want to build walls.

Days gets rough, stressful circumstances occur, plans fail, life happens. Well, you may be asking, is this really some kind of an excuse for such an aloof behavior? Yes. Does this mean you are a bad person already? No. Dave Willis said, “Don’t treat people the way they treat you. Treat people the way God treats you.”

That is why, it is important for us to know how to understand people.

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Remember, there was a reason why they’re acting the way they do, God wants us to acknowledge that even how badly a person may be treating us. Sometimes we just need to understand the choices people make. We must not look or search for our own attitude on them since we are created differently by God. Each one of us is His masterpiece. But just like any other work of art, we cannot always see its beauty in its whole form, because even the most broken pieces are acknowledged beautiful by its master.

On the other hand, I know that as you read this, you might be thinking of a person who had distanced themselves to you and cut you out of their lives. It’s now time to ask yourself, “Am I wall worthy?”

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Annual Fashion

Annual Fashion

JOE GARCIA

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Inside Hollywood

Annual Fashion

BY MARC ANTHONY

PHOTO BY

JOE GARCIA

Alice Ramirez

STEPHEN BISHOP

With Marc Anthony Nicolas Photos and videos by: Ezekiel Mayor Rios

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wo-time Emmy Award Winning Producer and host of “Inside Hollywood,” Marc Anthony Nicolas interviewed singer/ songwriter Stephen Bishop whose hit songs which include “On and On” and “It Might Be You”.

Bishop was born on November 14, 1951 in San Diego, California. He was inspired to become involved with music after he saw the Beatles performing on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” While in high school Stephen formed the band the Weeds.

In the late 60’s, Bishop went to Los Angeles, California to fulfill his dream of becoming a successful professional musician. It took him

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seven years to finally get signed by the label ABC Records; he was discovered by Art Garfunkel in 1976 and had been working for a music publishing company where he wrote songs for Chaka Khan, Barbra Streisand, and The Four Tops. “On and On” and “Save It For a Rainy Day” went gold and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Phil Collins cited Bishop as one of his favorite songwriters. Bishop wrote the Collins hit song, “Separate Lives.”

Stephen Bishop is set for a world tour and recently performed in three locations in the Philippines this Spring.

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Inside Hollywood

Inside Hollywood

BY MARC ANTHONY

BY MARC ANTHONY

Photo credit -AHA website

Rock the Red Music Benefit

Nancy Wilson and Liv Warfield of Roadcase Royale with our TV host Marc Anthony Nicolas

With Marc Anthony Nicolas Photos and videos by: Ezekiel Mayor Rios Courtesy of: Manila Up! TV Entertainment

May 17, 2018 | AVALON Hollywood

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he evening kicked off with a red carpet VIP pre-party welcoming guests the opportunity to connect and network while enjoying the silent auction. The program featured musical performances by Wilson Phillips, Nancy Wilson of Heart and Roadcase Royale, and Liv Warfield of Roadcase Royale and special guests including Lisa Vidal, Ed Begley Jr, Dr. Sherry Ross, Kerri Kasem, and Sharon Osbourne!

Go Red For Women Chair Darcy Antonellis, CEO of VUBIQUITY, delivered opening remarks and highlighted Go Red’s yearlong STEMM Goes

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Red program. The event also featured local survivor stories and Sharon Osbourne presented Wilson Phillips with the Musicians of the Year Award.

The evening’s finale included an unforgettable musical collaboration with all of the night’s musical performers sharing the stage in support of women’s heart health.

All proceeds from Rock the Red will support the fight against the #1 killer of women - heart disease and stroke through funding critical research and lifesaving local community programs. Thank you for your support.

Friend, Marc Anthony Nicolas, Publisher Sonia D Bermejo, Lissa Pacheco Chow.

(SOURCE : ahalosangeles.ejoinme.org/RocktheRed)

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The 2nd Annual ASEAN FEST 2018 Celebration of Southeast Asian Nations Arts & Culture at Puente Hills Mall

May 26, City of Industry, CA,

WILSON PHILLIPS

With Marc Anthony Nicolas Photos and videos by: Ezekiel Mayor Rios

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arc Anthony Nicolas interviewed Wilson Phillips consists of Carnie Wilson, Wendy Wilson, and Chynna Phillips.

The Wilson sisters and Phillips grew up together in Southern California in the 1970s and 1980s. The three shared a love of music and songwriting, and developed their own style of vocal harmonies.

Wilson Phillips released their debut album, Wilson Phillips, in 1990. Their debut single, “Hold On,” hit number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart on June 9, 1990, bumping Madonna’s “Vogue” off the top spot.

They also released the song “You’re in Love” the same year, which scored as the number one,

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Wilson Phillips also made history as Billboard declared their debut album the best-selling album of all time by an all female group, peaking at number two on the Billboard 200 album chart.

They sold over 5 million copies in the US and over 10 million copies worldwide, which also made Wilson Phillips, at the time, the bestselling female group of all time for a single album, breaking the previous record set by The Supremes.

Marc Anthony Nicolas and Carnie Wilson are best friends and met backstage on “The Talk” on CBS 6 years ago and ever since then, the two have become inseparable. .

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The festival was open to the public from 10:00am to 8:00pm at Puente Hills Mall. The Opening Ceremony was attended by Consul Generals from the ten member nations of ASEAN that includes Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Hon. Congresswoman Judy Chu, Assemblymember Ed Chau and Assemblymember Michael Eng graced the occasion.

The 2nd. Annual ASEAN Fest 2018 was organized by the ASEAN People’s Association of Los Angeles in collaboration with 8sian Media, Singpoli BD and The Hub. The event aspires to unify the spirit of the ASEAN Community in the United States and support the growing ASEAN economy market.

A special grand prize drawing of a round-trip airline ticket to any Southeast Asian destination was sponsored by Philippine Airlines, Vietnam, and United Airlines who gave out ticket to Singapore.

About ASEAN The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is an alliance promoting economic and political cooperation by fostering dialogue among its ten members: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.ASEAN was founded in 1967 “to further strengthen the existing bonds of regional solidarity and cooperation.” The ten member states of ASEAN span more than 1.7 million square miles—over half the size of the continental United States—and include a population of over 626 million people with an economy valued at about US $2.4 trillion in 2012. (www.asean.org)

ASEAN Consul Generals with Congresswoman, Judy Cho, Assemblymember, Michael Eng, Ed Chau, Mr. Kin Hui and Nellsen Young

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Pastor Rodrigo “Dondi” Quema Philippine Consulate and Philippine Department of Tourism booths

Pastor Quema, and son Nathan

Ryan, Hannah, Pastor Quema, Nathan

Ryan, Hannah, Von, Pastor Quema, Nathan

Publisher, Sonia D Bermejo, PAL Manager, Michelle Narvaez, Phillippine Tourism Director Richmond Jimenez, Deputy Consul, Dyan Pastrana, Eliza Chung of Majestic Vacations

United Airlines gave out free 2 Round trip to Singapore

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astor Dondi Quema is a wonderful father, pastor, Christian, and leader. He gave me the firm foundations for a life of integrity, patience, thoughtfulness, and kindness which prepared me both mentally and spiritually for the challenges of adulthood. He taught me through his actions, demonstrated in how he acted towards and counseled others, as well as in his conversations.

His advice and wisdom helped me through many struggles and decisions as I was growing up. This gave me the ethical backbone I needed for college. But, he also taught me through inaction. He made me think critically for myself and only guided me towards what he deemed to be the right direction when I struggled with making my own decisions. This taught me to be patient and listen to God in times of struggle. Through these acts he also taught me to be mindful of and to be kind to others. This helped me become a good leader within my own groups. So whenever someone compliments me about my character, I proudly think from within my heart and silently say, “My father taught me that.”

Happy Father’s Day Father!!

Nathaniel Quema

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A Father’s Love (Rev. R. D. Quema)

By Hannah Quema Ong

Can I get

a witness?

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ecently, my father and I went through a different season in our relationship.

He prepared my now husband and I for marriage. It was a very sweet and unique season in our life.

One I will always remember and cherish.

My dad has always talked to me about not only the type of man I should look for, but the kind of woman I need to be for the man God was preparing for me. My father has always been someone I could go to and talk freely to. His God given wisdom is so integral to who he is. He really portrays to me how our Godly father loves us.

By giving us the wisdom we need to grow and obey, the space we need to figure things out for ourselves, the discipline needed when we need correcting and the love and strength that give you

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a feeling of security that only a father can provide.

It isn’t the easiest job in the world and father’s don’t get as much credit as mothers do for raising their children. So, I want to thank you daddy for all you have done to make me the godly woman I am today. Thank you for teaching me how to love God, how much character and moral values mean, for teaching me how to discern God’s voice, and how to love everyone because you always told me growing up “different isn’t bad, it’s just different.” You always told me to look at people’s hearts and not the color of their skin or ethnicity because God loves us all no matter any of those things or where we are in life. God always meets you where you are. It’s your legacy to me and to the generations after me. I love you dad.

Hannah Quema Ong!

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n Sunday, April 29, 2018 I was blessed to marry my best friend. Ryan and I had a very whirlwind romance, but it was truly a blessing from God. We met online on Match.com. Ryan was gifted a subscription by his brother-in-law for Christmas and mine was an impulse buy after seeing a big discount. We started chatting and getting to know each other. After talking for about a week, he asked me out on a date. We had our first date on March 3, 2017 and I guess you can say the rest was history.

I knew he was the one God had intended for me on that first date. The feeling was mutual because he bought my engagement ring two months into dating and proposed after four months of dating! It was a very special proposal! He used his birthday party as a way to bring all our family together and used his niece to propose to me. Which was perfect because he knows I love kids and I wouldn’t want this special moment without my family there. It turned into our engagement party afterwards. Both of our families got to meet each other. It was truly a special time for us.

Next, was our wedding day! It was such a special day of celebration and meant so much to us. We really wanted that day to reflect who we were as a couple. Our main priority was the ceremony. We really wanted a special ceremony reflecting our faith and placing God before each other.

Another detail that made it really special was having my father, Reverend Rodrigo Quema officiate our wedding. I have always dreamed of my dad having that honor and living that moment was better than anything I dreamed of.

After that we focused on all the details that would make our wedding unique to us. We had a mobile espresso bar called URBN Coffee at our wedding and everyone loved it! We even got to have personalized coffee cups. Ryan and I both love coffee, so it was a great little detail to have that was “us,” but also a great way to keep our guests energized for a night of dancing!!

Ryan and I are also foodies, so we had a lot of food. Our goal was none of our guests would leave hungry and we succeeded! We had bundt cakes, a dessert table, a donut wall, and a Filipino buffet

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---Hannah Quema Ong

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