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STATEWIDE COMMUNITY CALENDAR Compiled by AMELIA CASAMINA CABATU

OAHU July 16, 2016 Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii and Foundation 62nd Anniversary & Annual Installation Banquet Hilton Hawaiian Village Resorts, Tapa Ballroom; 6:00 PM; Attire: Formal Contact Persons Bernadette Fajardo 342-8090, Sam Acosta 3061428, Marivic Dar 342-8879 or www.filipinochamber.org July 16, 2016 Mr. Pinoy Hawaii USA 2016 & Huwaran Awards presented by Kalayaan Philippines International, Pacific Beach Hotel Grand Ballroom; 5:00 PM-11:30 PM; Contact Persons: Calvin Bagaoisan (Interim President) 286-4334, Ben Pulido (Executive and Program Director) 421-9747 July 16, 2016 Santanians Association of Hawaii-USA Installation of Officers & Board of Directors Ala Moana Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom 6:00PM-11:00PM. Contact Persons: Dr. Julius Soria 722-9958, Amy Quides 255-6380, Aurora Garcia 7223150 or email santanians ofhiusa@gmail.com July 16-July 30, 2016 KaBataan 11Th Annual Filipino for Kids Summer Fun Program 2016 Only five (5) sessions in July 16, 23, 30 from 8:30 AM –12:30 PM and July 17, 24 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM Fil-Com Center in Waipahu; Registration Fee: $50.00 For participants: 5-12 yrs. old For volunteers: 13yrs. & over Limited only to the first 20 participants who register First Come, First Served. For more information email fil4kidshi @gmail.com or call Fil-Com Center at 680-0451 July 22, 2016 Ms. Sinaitenians 2016 Fundraising event Plantation Café; 94-333 Waipahu Depot St. Waipahu, HI. First and last canvassing at 5:00 PM. Contact Persons: Dolly Willing 542-3767, Anna Liza Mateo 271-4173, Gus Concepcion 638-1699, Annabel Rafanan 392-8739 July 23, 2016 The Sinaitenians of California with the collaboration of the

Annak ti Sinait Iti Hawaii and the Sinait National High School Alumni Association of Hawaii will have a Grand Reunion Pacific Beach Hotel, Ballroom. 6:00 PM. Contact Persons: Dolly Willing 5423767, Anna Liza Mateo 2714173, Gus Concepcion 6381699, Annabel Rafanan 3928739 July 20-24, 2016 37th Philippine Nurses Association of America (PNAA) National Convention Grand Hyatt Hotel, Washington DC; PNA Hawaii Contact Persons: Tina Salvador 426-6183, Ramon Sumibcay 489-7148, Erlinda Ferrer 721-1501 August 4, 2016 August Moon Festival Country Fair presented by ORI Anuenue Hale, Inc. Helemano Plantation’s Wellness Center. 64-1488 Kamehameha Highway in Wahiawa (next to Dole Plantation); 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Admission is FREE, Reserve your seat. Contact Persons: Yvonne or Rose 6223929 August 6, 2016 COVO Congress Of Visayan Organization 30th Annual Convention and Gala. Convention to be held at Philippine Consulate Lanai 8:00 AM-3:00 PM, Gala:Ala Moana Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom. 6:00 PM-11:00 PM; For more info, please call May Mizuno at 741-4503. August 13, 2016 Philippine Women’s Civic Club (PWCC) Filipiniana Ball & Installation Of Officers Ala Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom; 6:00 PM; Cost: $65.00. Suggested attire: Maria Clara, Kimona, Terno or Muslim. Join the contest for the Best Filipiniana Costume. Contact Persons: Letty Saban 255-9429, Edna Alikpala 282-3669. Mimi Gozar 312-0778, Edith Gudoy4570253 August 14, 2016 Ilocos Surian Association of Hawaii (ISAH) 2016-2018 Reaffirmation of Officers at the Honolulu Country Club 1690 Ala Puumalu Street, Honolulu HI from 6:00 PM-11:00 PM Contact Persons: Tessie Aganon 348-3746, Rose Sabangan 677-9487, Maria

Etrata 392-2962, Villaruz 778-0233

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August 19, 2016 KNDI RADIO 1270 Anniversary Celebration Empress Restaurant (Chinese Cultural Plaza) 2nd floor, 100 N. Beretainia Street, Honolulu HI. 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tickets: $50.00 at the door, or presale $45.00; Full night of entertainment, fun and a chance to win a round trip ticket to the Philippines Contact Person Lorene Godfrey 946-2844 August 20, 2016 UPAA University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Hawaii Installation of Officers Gala; 6:00 PM; Filcom Center 94-428 Mokuola Street, Waipahu, Hi; Contact Persons: Bea Ramos-Razon 808 778-6291, Melody Calisay 808 224-9535, Jenny Normandy 808 286-4426 August 20, 2016 Gumil Hawaii & Anak ti Kailokuan iti America Fundance Fundraising, August Ahrens Elementary School Cafeteria; 94-1170 Waipahu St.; 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Donation $25. Contact Persons: Froebel Garcia 3866857, Pacita Saludes 8398016, Lilia Del Rosario 389-4660. August 26, 2016 Philippine Cultural Foundation of Hawaii Recognition Night honoring the 2016 Parents/ parent of the year, Recognizing the 2016 outstanding achievements of graduating high school valedictorians in public and private schools & Presentation of the continuing scholar recipients, and The Trailblazer Award presented to Mr. Eddie Flores. Empress Restaurant 100 N. Beretania St.; 6:00 PM. We are currently searching for the parents/parent of the year who has sacrificed to send their children (3 minimum) to college and/or universities & have attained their professional chosen careers. Contact Persons: Janice Sevilla 595-8000, Lina Longboy 421-7381, Leo Rojas Gozar 630-6268, Edith Gudoy 841-2881, Maggie Domingo 783-0068

Amelia Casamina Cabatu is a community leader and a familiar face, often hosting community events and celebrations. She is a veteran radio announcer and guests-hosts on 1270 KNDI Radio. In addition to other affiliations, Amelia is the former Chair of the Philippine Celebrations Coordinating Committee of Hawaii. She owns and operates an adult daycare business and is happily married to Arnold Cabatu. They live in Salt Lake and are blessed with one daughter, Armay. Please send your event information to acmina 808 @gmail.com or call her at (808) 282-2033.

August 27, 2016 Filipino Nurses of Hawaii (FNOH) 43rd Annual Recognition and Awards Banquet Hilton Hawaiian Village Resorts, Coral Ballrooms IV & V 6:00 PM Contact Persons: Penny Chung 221-6212, Myra Baided 230-6438, Donalyn Baldeviso 497-6739 September 17, 2016 Filipino Women’s Civic Club Annual Maria Clara Ball. Ala Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom; 6:00 PM; Join the Maria Clara Contest. Contact Persons: Bernadette Fajardo, President 342-8090, Cecilia Villafuerte 780-4985 September 24, 2016 6th Dr. Jose P. Rizal Award for Peace and Social Justice Gala Filipino Community Center, Waipahu. 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Sponsored by the Knights of Rizal-Hawaii Chapter Contact Persons: Mario Palma 3978626, Raymund Liongson 381-4315, or Jun Colmenares 838-9775 October 8, 2016 Urdaneta City Community Alliance 1st Inaugural Banquet Empress Restaurant. 100 N. Beretania Street; 6:00 PM; Contact Persons: President Amalia Manzano Pagaduan Gozar 312-0778, Rose Baybayan 689-8662, Josie Takamoto428-7118, Lolita Callo - 3897549, Hermie Pagaduan 258-8542, Percy & Paul Tamayo - 797-7719, Linda Cantorna - 220-6737 October 22, 2016 La Union Circle of Hawaii presents Miss & Mrs. La Union Hawaii USA 2016. Ala Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom; 5:30 PM; Coronation with Dinner. Cost $65.00; Contact Persons: Baybee Hufana Ablan 753-5616; Laurie Ann Tadina 358-0474; Conrad Valdriz 953-8888; Ben Pulido 421-9747; Lolita Domingo 295-1387 October 30, 2016 “Who Are You Tonight?” Halloween and Masquerade Ball Fundraising event presented by the Philippine Nurses Association of Hawaii (PNAH) Rumours Nightclub, Ala Moana Hotel. 5:00 PM-

10:00 PM; Contact Persons: Tina Salvador 426-6183, Ramon Sumibcay 489-7148, Erlinda Ferrer 721-1501 November 19, 2016 NAMI, INC. Nursing Advocates & Mentors, Inc. 15th Anniversary Gala and Appreciation of RN Review Class Volunteer Lecturers & Recognition of New RN’s and Review Graduates. 6:00 PM; Banyan Tree Showroom, Hale Koa Hotel; Contact Persons: Bea Ramos-Razon 808 7786291, Jun Obaldo 808 2777495, Bong Curameng 808 383-0135 November 19, 2016 Filipino Business Women Association (FBWA) celebrates its 33rd Annual Kimona Ball and FBWA Business Women of the Year Award Presentation. Hawaii Prince Hotel; 6:00 PM Contact Persons: President - Nancy Walch 778-3832, Kimona Ball Chairwoman Armi Oliver Farinas 221-0667, Co-Chair Elsa Talavera 358-8964

MAUI July 29-31, 2016 United Filipino Council Of Hawaii (UFCH) Annual Convention to be held in Maui. Place & Time TBD. Contact Persons: Greg Peros in Maui (808) 276-8771; Dwayne Bueno in Oahu (808) 2660392 July 30, 2016 United Filipino Council Of Hawaii (UFCH) Miss Hawaii Filipina 2016 Binhi At Ani Community Center in Maui. Contact Persons: Greg Peros (808) 276-8771, Maria Etrata (808) 392-2962 October 15, 2016 Maui Fil-Am Heritage Festival presented by the Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce Foundation Maui Mall in Kahalui, Maui; 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Flag raising ceremony at the county building on October 3rd at 10:00 AM. For more information contact Kit Zulueta, President (808) 2919407 or email: info@maui filipinochamber.com and visit their website:www.maui filipinochamber.com

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BY RADIANT CORDERO

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Being an entrepreneur or successful leader in business takes a lot of work. There’s no way around it. Fortunately, many people are able to find a lot of fulfillment in their work — whether that comes from the customers they serve or the colleagues they enjoy working with. However, it’s still true that “all work and no play make Jack a dull boy.” You need work-life balance. Here are 12 habits you can use to create it: 1. Understand what “balance” means. Stand straight up with your feet a little ways apart. Now, lean over significantly to the right. Are you still standing? I hope so! You haven’t lost your balance — even though your right foot is taking significantly more weight. This just goes to show that “balance” doesn’t mean “equal.” Sometimes, either work or your personal life takes more weight, depending on what’s going on at the moment — and that’s OK. 2. Let go of fear. To develop a healthy balance between work and life, you have to first let go of the fear that, if you’re not working, your organization will fail. When you’ve done a day’s work, let it go, rest and try again tomorrow. The sky will not fall on you — even if you’ve left several items unchecked on your to-do list. 3. Schedule important personal activities. Things such as exercise, date nights with a spouse and more can quickly fall by the wayside if they aren’t purposefully scheduled. Block out your calendar for important personal events, and you’ll find they happen as they should. It can be tough to remember in the middle of a stressful business moment, but they’re just as important as any meeting. 4. Set boundaries. If customers or colleagues think it’s OK to call you at 11 p.m. if they need something, they will.

Set firm boundaries around when you are, and aren’t, available. Doing so will help you relax when you’re off the clock and avoid burnout, while also helping others avoid unmet expectations. If you’ve previously kept an open door policy at all hours of the day, shifting to a more limited availability can be frustrating to people who are used to having continuous access to you. Notify them of your schedule changes in a professional manner and reiterate that limiting your availability will improve your ability to meet their needs more effectively when you are “on the clock.” 5. Think carefully about where you live. Warren Buffett told MBA students a few years ago that the reason he chose to live in Omaha — rather than New York or other cities closer to the financial scene — was because Omaha helped him maintain a more balanced life. Even if you can’t choose your city, you can choose your neighborhood. Do so with your ideal work-life balance in mind. 6. Turn off technology. With smartphones and increasing demands on workers, we now live in an “always on” culture. However, you have power over your devices. Be intentional about turning them off (not just on silent) and taking technology breaks. It will help you tremendously by keeping you more focused during your productive periods. 7. Manage your energy, not your time. Every human being has natural energy cycles throughout the day. If you think carefully about your own cycles, you’ll probably be able to pinpoint times when you usually feel more focused and productive, as well as times where you’d rather crawl into bed than spend another minute at the computer. Instead of trying to schedule every minute of your time and push through your low-energy cycles, schedule your tasks

according to your energy. Do lower-energy administrative tasks when you’re in a lull, and more important work when you’re energized. 8. Schedule vacation time. I know that you’re busy and that your business is demanding, but if big corporations can make vacation time happen, then so can y ou. Remember, vacation time doesn’t have to involve a week-long tropical getaway (although if you can afford the expense and the time away from the office, that’s a great way to recharge). Even a day away from the office can be enough to leave you feeling re-focused and refreshed. If you’re so involved in your business you feel you really can’t be gone, even for a day, it’s time to learn to delegate. Contrary to what you might believe, you aren’t the only one who can handle many of the tasks you currently spend time on. Your team members will feel empowered if you shuffle additional responsibilities to them, and you’ll finally get to relax. 9. Join social groups. If you find it hard to socialize because you’re always working, consider joining a social-only group. You can check out Meetup.com for groups in your area, or join a nonbusiness related sports club or bowling league. Focus on using these opportunities to meet new friends, not on talking shop. 10. Delegate household tasks. If you have the ability and extra cash to do so, consider hiring out or delegating household tasks. For example, a housekeeper who comes once a week can help you tackle the cleaning projects that always seem to pile up, while a lawn service can save you the hours that you’d otherwise spend mowing your grass or maintaining your landscaping. By looking for and taking advantage of opportunities

such as these, you’ll be able to spend your personal time with friends and family, instead of doing chores. Or, if your spouse or older children can handle some of the more mundane tasks while you work, you can all enjoy having fun together afterward. 11. Use calendar blocks for laser focus. You have a calendar, so use it. Schedule specific blocks of uninterrupted time for your most important tasks. If you work in an office, make sure your fellow workers know to leave you alone during this time. Shut the door to your office, turn down your phone’s ringer and turn off the email and text notifications that are constantly interrupting your work. Use your scheduled blocks for work that’s laser focused on the tasks and projects that matter most for your business. 12. Limit your work hours. Work never ends, and if you’re looking to finish everything, you’ll never stop. Working long hours isn’t good for anyone — you, your family or your colleagues. Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, spent years leaving work at 5:30 to have dinner with her children. If she can do it, why can’t you? Work-life balance is not a system of having your work and life take exactly the same amount of hours or focus. It’s a way of making sure that both your work priorities and your personal priorities are being met. Sometimes that means more work hours, and other times it means less. In either situation, in developing the 12 habits listed above, you’ll be well on your way to developing and maintaining a great work-life balance. In this issue of the FilAm Courier, we are very proud to feature Ron Dalmacio of Ron D’s Electrical who was awarded as “Filipino Entrepreneur of the Year ” by the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii. Read our Cover Story to learn more about Ron and his work ethic and successful business.

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This photo of Ron Dalmacio was taken during this year's Filipino Entrepreneur of the Year awards banquet held last April. Sponsored by the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii, the award recognizes the outstanding achievements of Filipino businesses in the State of Hawaii. Photo by the talented Gabe de Liso. Cover concept by Noah Felipe of Orig Media. Mahalo to Jeff Orig. Both Jeff and Noah can be reached at www.origmedia.com. Or by calling 808 447 9559.

Entrepreneurs are selfmade walking success stories, no matter how small they think their business may be. Entrepreneurs have a relentless drive towards selfimprovement in all aspects--mental, spiritual, emotional or physical. They are always thinking of new creative ideas for the business, and are never hesitant to bring them into fruition. If one does an online search on what makes a successful entrepreneur, one

will find many aspirational characteristics of their DNA. The number one trait is passion and which allows them to have the long term vision. They are not willing to give up on their dream that easily. Customer information is important in business and successful entrepreneurs are constantly getting out and seeking to better understand customer behavior. They use this research to validate existing data that may be found in books or other sources.

Entrepreneurs need to be sure that they are bringing their best product to the market and that the business environment is conducive to their goals. The best entrepreneurs will fine tune their product and their business model endlessly. In their view, product development is never done. Entrepreneurs are survivors; they work grueling hours mainly because they lose themselves in work they love.

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Entrepreneurs are always inspired; they lead teams and convince others to move mountains when the odds seem insurmountable. But it takes more than inspiration to build a successful business, it take perspiration also. Entrepreneurs take huge risks; entrepreneurship is a gamble. The rewards may be great, but one never knows. The pitfalls may equally be deep as well. S u c c e s s f u l entrepreneurs are willing to start a business on a leap of faith. They don’t wait on the sidelines forever doing “side projects” until they’re ready to start a company. Taking the plunge is not just a mantra. They believe in it. On this journey, entrepreneurs are faced with a deluge of daily decisions – much of it minutiae, all of it requiring decisions and action. Last, but not least, integrity and honesty are very important to most venture capital investors. So when the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii casted a wide net to select this year's Filipino Entrepreneur of the Year, it found someone who exhibited these characteristics. Businessman. Electrical services contractor. Restaurateur. But,most notably… Entrepreneur. These adjectives aptly describe Ron Dalmacio, winner and awardee of the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii’s (FCCH) Filipno Entrepreneur of The Year (FEOTY) for 2016. FCCH recognizes business owners who have demonstrated excellence in business and have made meritorious contributions to Hawaii’s community. “Opportunists seek for a chance. Entrepreneurs make new chances.” - Toba

Beta, “My Ancestor Was an Ancient Astronaut” Ron is an entrepreneur, sure, but we should also acknowledge that he is an opportunist as the quote by Toba Beta above states. He has even provided jobs for around 70 people overall through all his business ventures. Prior to taking a big risk and opportunity to start his own business, Ron Dalmacio worked in an electrical services company where he ended up doing most if not all of the work along with a young apprentice. With his job knowledge and management and leadership skills, Ron was able to take his expertise and experience and established his own contracting business, Ron D Electrical Service, LLC in 2006 and eight years later

his success allowed him to start Ron D Electrical, LLC in 2014. Ron D Electrical, LLC and Ron D Electrical Service, LLC are both union electrical contractors that specialize in residential, commercial, industrial, and the institutional sectors, though the majority of their work has been in government in commercial, from military housing to retail and commercial applications, as well as photovoltaic sales and installations. “If you create and market a product or service through a business that is in alignment with your personality, capitalizes on your history, incorporates your experiences, harnesses your talents, optimizes your strengths, complements your

weaknesses, honors your life's purpose, and moves you towards the conquest of your own fears, there is absolutely no way that anyone in this or any other universe can offer the same value that you do!” - Walt F.J. Goodridge, “Turn Your Passion Into Profit 2006 Edition” Ron became really intune to his market when he started his contracting business and was able to weather the turbulent economy and identified the photovoltaic market trend in 2013 and 2014. During the economic decline in 2008 and 2009, he fought to keep his workers employed by turning to the new avenues of income, including photovoltaic sales and installation. When contracts were sparse and field work

dried up, Ron had them machine working in the shop. Ron’s businesses left the photovoltaic market prior to the stagnation of the photovoltaic industry in 2015, so he identified an opportunity in larger scale commercial projects. To accommodate this change, Dalmacio required a larger crew and turned to the International Electrical Union -- IBEW -- in order to support this need. This allowed Ron to overcome an industry-wide shortage of workers and pull from a larger pool of available workers in order to accommodate the largerscale projects. Along with his successful risk-taking moves to keep his businesses afloat, Dalmacio and his businesses donated company-efforts to an “Extreme Makeover Hawaii Edition” episode and provided electrical services to a Kalihi house and community center. Through this project, a Kalihi Valley family that operated a nonprofit organization received a makeover and community center used to provide early education services to Native Hawaiian families. Along with his successful electrical services, Ron opened up his new restaurant, Shay’s Filipino

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Great message near the token Filipino wooden spoon and fork at Shay’s Filipino Cafe in Waipio.

Cafe in May 2016 in Waipio. Dalmacio’s enlisted in the partnership of his nephew and his cousin. Ron knew he wanted to have the restaurant be like the “home-cooking” that you’d expect from your mom, grandma, and aunties and that is exactly what you get from Shay’s Filipino Cafe with dishes like: daing (fried boneless bangus), lechon kawali, adobo, pinkabet, guisantes, lumpia, lauya pig feet soup, different sinigangs, and more. Ron also boasts his pizza

creations like adobo pizza and longganisa pizza. Damalcio makes the dough himself. Not only is he managing the restaurant, but, Ron has also begun farming and sells the vegetables back to Shay’s Filipino Cafe. One can catch Ron every day at Shay’s Filipino Cafe in the mornings and evenings and at Ron D Electrical Services throughout the day. If Dalmacio isn’t busy as it is, he will also beign a partnership with Free Spirit

Bar in Kakaako where Ron will be a silent part-owner. Though Dalmacio is kept busy with managing his businesses and new partnership, Ron also manages to donate his time

to his community by teaching Kenpo to children as young as five- years-old to adults in Waipahu at St. Joseph Church where Ron is fondly known as “Sifu Ron.” His classes offer youth a constructive way to stay occupied and fosters confidence, friendship, and community. He also was the offensive coordinator assistant coach to the Damien Monarch football team until 2015. Along with the sports aspect, Damalcio also coached the 51 youths to maintain good grades and to know that they are supported by the their coaches and the rest of their team ‘ohana. Additionally, Ron has participated in the new NFL Youth Center in Leeward Oahu. The Center is located in a high poverty area along the Waianae Coast and services 33,000 young families by giving youth a positive place to go to as an alternative to returning to an empty home after school.

Ron works with children to teach core life values such as: sportsmanship, camaraderie, and that one must work hard to achieve success. Ron Damalcio has showcased through his prosperous and rewarding businesses that he has the ability to pivot to various priorities. He truly possesses the resiliency, inspiration, willingness to accept risk, decisiveness, not to mention the domain experience and integrity-and it is no surprise that he has proven himself successful. Ron isn’t just your typical entrepreneur, but, an extraordinary entrepreneur who succeeds toward any goal he sets himself toward and wholly gives back to his community. He embodies a message which is posted at Shay’s Filipino Cafe: “If the plan doesn’t work, change the plan, but never the goal.”

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Congratulations Ron Dalmacio! Filipino Entrepreneur of The Year

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Congratulations Ron Dalmacio! Filipino Entrepreneur of The Year

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By BEN GUTIERREZ

When Richard Meiers went to the Philippines for the first time last March, it was for a vacation. When he returned to Hawaii a short time later, it was from what he says will be an annual mission. The 43-year-old Hawaii Kai man and Online Communications Manager for Monsanto Hawaii is married to a second generation Filipino-American whose father came to work in the pineapple fields of Hawaii island. This year, Meiers and his wife decided to tag along with his sister-in-law, Yolanda, and her husband, Mike, who live in Seattle. “As a first-time visitor to the Philippines, I was blown away by how kind and caring everyone was – Filipinos are amazingly respectful people,” said Meiers. “I have

"Serving Others: A Way to Learn More About the Philippines" never been called ‘sir’ so many times in my life.” According to Meiers, Yolanda travels to the Philippines every year and tries to incorporate some kind of charitable work into her visit. This year, the plan was to stay with a family in Barangay Macaleeng, Anda,

in the province of Pangasinan, where they would distribute bread. “We bought 500 loaves from a local bakery, loaded them into three cars and headed to some of the smaller villages in the area,” said Meiers. “Along the way, some of our family members

pulled over and told kids where to gather, and the children ran off to gather their friends and family.” Meiers and his family handed out, in his words, “only bread and some candy. That was it.” But it meant so much to those who received them.

“While driving to our first stop, I saw children running through a field and another group of kids ran alongside our van. About 50 people had gathered at the first stop, many of them children,” he recalled. The first stop to distribute the bread was “extremely

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emotional; the love and appreciation we felt was indescribable. “On our way to the second stop, the van I was in got lost, but a group of smiling young children helped get us back on track,” he said.”With each remaining stop, the emotional feelings got bigger and deeper.” It didn’t take long for the group to distribute all 500 loaves. “After we handed out the last loaf of bread I had to ask myself, could we have done more? The people were extremely appreciative for a loaf of bread, and yet it strangely felt like we did not do enough.” The experience didn’t just transform the purpose of the trip; it also changed Meiers. He now intends to

make this something he does every year. “We hope to get back to the Philippines in 2017, and next time I hope we can do more, maybe bring some donated clothing and books for an auntie who’s serving in the Peace Corps ,” he said.

Ben Gutierrez is a general assignment

reporter

and

weekend weather anchor for Hawaii News Now (KGMB/KHNL/ KFVE). He recently was awarded first place for television Feature Reporting and was a finalist for General

News/Enterprise

Reporting and Spot News Reporting in the Hawaii Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists annual Excellence in Journalism Awards.

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By DR. ALFRED SISON

Here is an article that keeps me grounded. When I realize life gives me a challenge or problem that seem extraordinary, I just keep thinking about this “Sparrow” story to guide me. It reminds me sometimes, even with all the preparation, the hard work and will to complete a task, to find resolve in chaos, you just have to “Let Go.”

“Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it.” ~ Ann Landers Throughout life, we will face experiences that do not meet our expectations. Life is like the yin and yang as the ancients describe in

the Far East. Sometimes our days are good or bad, black vs white, hot and cold. Situations such as not getting a job promotion, failed relationships or life changes can cause an influx of emotions. We must do our best to focus on the positive when our expectations are not met. Why? This creates a different dynamic and teaches us to focus on the blessing of every misfortune. There will be occasions when the mind or ego will conjure up stories how each situation must unfold in order to facilitate our needs of happiness. What happens when our needs or desires are not met? We become fearful, angry, and even resentful; it’s almost as if the world owes us! There is something each and every one of us can do to alleviate all the frustration we carry, and this is simply to “Let Go”. “Surrender to what is. Let go of what was. Have faith in what will be.” – Sonia Ricotti Letting go is to stop living through the mind and to live through the heart. It

is allowing peace, faith, and serenity to flow through our entire spirit. As much as we would like to have everything done by our own way or control events or circumstances in our lives; we must learn to surrender and have faith. I would like to take this opportunity, to retell a story as told by Nicky Sehra, a student of History, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, who was told this story by a Manj Carthigaser, of whom claims that this story was a favorite family tradition to be told by the elders of their families, that has reminded my heart to trust and have faith. It describes how when we let go and accept our circumstances everything becomes clear. The story is called “The Little Sparrow” and has a beautiful message. Once upon a time there was a little sparrow, She loved to fly so high in the sky So innocent and free One day while flying She sensed an immediate threat

Looking down, she saw a hunter With his pointed rifle straight up at her Ready to flee, She looked upwards Only to see Even more danger An eagle eyeing her from way up above Like a piece of candy The Little Sparrow with no choice to be free, Decided to let go, Surrendering her life to God, In complete serenity In that precise moment A snake bit the hunter, Who misfired his rifle, Whose bullet grazed the eagle Setting the Little Sparrow free. The Little Sparrow is a reminder to trust where you are at any given moment. If we can all remember to surrender and “Let Go”; anything in life is attainable! Why do you think it’s so hard for people to let go and trust that maybe life has better plans for us? Comments and questions to Dr. Sison are welcome. Aloha!

Alfred A. Sison, MA, LMFT, PsyD; "Dr. Al" is a licensed clinical psychologist with a subspeciality license in marriage and family therapy. He services individuals, couples, and familes through the therapeutic process, and maintains a private practice in Honolulu, HI. He holds a Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD), Clinical Psychology degree from Argosy University, Hawaii Campus and a Master of Arts (MA), Professional Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy Specialty from the American School of Professional Psychology, Hawaii Campus. He completed his undergraduate studies with a degree in Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley.

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by JORDAN SEGUNDO

HURRICANE SEASON The official Hurricane season began June 1 and runs until the end of November. The 2016 Hurricane Outlook from NOAA predicts a normal to somewhat above normal season. This follows last year’s most active season on record, which resulted in 26 named storms, 16 of which were hurricanes due a strong multi-year El Nino event. Here are a few important tips to help you be prepared ahead of the storm: • Know where to go. If you are ordered to evacuate, know the local hurricane evacuation route(s) to take and have a plan for where you can stay. • Put together a disaster supply kit, including a flashlight, batteries, cash, first aid supplies, and copies of your critical information if you need to evacuate. • If you are not in an area that is advised to evacuate and you decide to stay in your home, plan for adequate supplies in case you lose power and water for several days and you are not able to leave due to flooding or blocked roads. • Make a family emergency communication plan.

MOBILE PROTECTION For most people, our cell phones are our lifelines. It carries our contacts, schedules, photos and video, along with other private and personal information. The downfall is that cell phones are vulnerable. We can lose them, people can hack them, and our personal informationis at risk. The more we depend on cell phones, the more important security issues will become. Here are some tips to keeping yourself safe on one of your most valuable possessions: • Password protect your phone - Nearly every cell phone today will let you lock down access with a password. A password can be set up quickly through the Settings menu, and most passwords are as simple as a four-digit code. • Track your phone - Most cellphone manufacturers offer free tracking software you can download onto your phone.If you lose your phone, the software uses GPS to help you locate it. If your phone is ever stolen, the software will alert you, if someone changes or accesses the SIM card stored on the cell phone. • Avoid revealing apps - Financial institutions and other organizations have valuable apps, but having them on your phone gives people an immediate overview of where you bank, where you shop, and so on. Put these apps in a special folder or area on your phone, not just on the main screen where everyone can see them. • Erase those GPS maps - For most of us, our cell phone has become a virtual GPS, directing us to our next destination or back home. The problem is that someone can use our phone to know exactly where we came from, which places we frequent, and, most disturbingly, where we call home. A good preventative measure is to regularly erase your travel history in the GPS/map program, usually through the "Maps" section in "Settings".

RASBERRY LEMONADE INGREDIENTS 4 cups fresh lemon juice 3 cups sugar 1 bag frozen raspberries Ice cubes, for serving Directions Squeeze the lemons and pour the juice into a pitcher. Mix together the sugar with 3 cups water and stir to dissolve to make a syrup. Add the syrup to the lemon juice and top it up with 8 cups water. Taste to make sure it's sweet enough for you, and then add the raspberries. Mix the lemonade together and let chill in the fridge. (Keep in mind that the raspberries are tart, so be sure to sweeten enough!)

Jordan Segundo is most noted as the first contestant from Hawaii and the first Filipino-American selected as a Top 32 finalist on season two of American Idol. Since then, he has made a name for himself as one of Hawaii’s top entertainers. In addition to singing, he has branched out into acting and television hosting. He is currently the weekend weather anchor and a reporter for KITV4 Island News. Aside from performing, Segundo is also very active in the community. He generously volunteers his time and talents to worthy causes and non-profit organizations, such as the Ronald McDonald House Charities, the D.A.R.E. Program and the Oahu SCPA. When not performing, Jordan enjoys working out, cooking and hiking. To contact Jordan Segundo, visit his website at www.jsegundo.com

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By RYAN PIROS Born and raised on Maui, Ryan Piros is currently the Deputy Communications Director at the office of Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa. A graduate of the University of San Francisco, he worked as an on-air personality, music director and VP/Program Director for 15 years at KPMW-FM before his present role. He is active in the Filipino community and serves as an officer/director in a number of organizations. If you want to let Ryan know about an event on Maui, please reach him at ryanp105@gmail.com or call him at (808) 283-2020.

Mayor Alan Arakawa and wife Ann participating in the Na Kamehameha Commemorative Pa'u Parade & Ho'oLaule'a on Front Street, Lahaina.

Cadet promotions and congratulating the high school graduates during the Civil Air Patrol Pinning Ceremony at the Cameron Center in Wailuku.

Rev. Fr. Emmanuel "Noli" Alparce, who was in the State to speak during the annual meeting of the Hawaii Crop Improvement Association paid a courtesy call on Mayor Alan Arakawa. Fr. Noli, based in the Philippines, is a Fellow from Cornell University Alliance for Science. Joining him are Bennette Misalucha and Kai Pelayo, Community Affairs Director at Monsanto Maui.

Mayor Alan Arakawa presented Central Maui Boxing Club members E.J. Dela Cruz and Curtis Badayos with Certificates of Recognition for their wins during the USA Boxing 2016 Hawaii State Regional Championship Maui.

Volunteers string lei for veterans' graves for the Annual "Blossoms for the Brave" during Memorial Day Weekend.

Dr. Rodrigo Vasconcelos Oliveira, Undersecretary for External Affairs from Azores attending the Dedication & Blessing ceremony of Heritage Hall on Baldwin Ave in Paia. Home of Maui's Portuguese and Puerto Rican Resource Center.

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Dr. Christopher Tortora, a board certified ophthalmologist, is host of “The Hawaiian Eye Show,” a weekly informational radio program about healthy vision broadcast live every Saturday at 8 a.m. on KHVH 830 AM/rebroadcast at 9 p.m. on KHBZ 990 AM. He and his colleagues at the Hawaiian Eye Center are committed to educating the public about the importance of preventative eye care. To learn more about a variety of eye health issues, please call the Hawaiian Eye Center at 621-8448 or visit www.HawaiianEye.com and www.Facebook.com/ HawaiianEyeCenter, where “life has never looked better.”

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