Celebrating my special day with..."November Babies!"

One of the most celebrated event every year in every corner of the world is one's birthday.
And all of us were very excited to celebrate it with loved ones or most of the times with family and relatives. Yearly, I have been with my family and friends but this year, I had the chance to have a birthday blast together with my co-workers especially those whose also been on the same month...November.
As planned, we will be contributing moneys and that will serve as our source of funding to even share and multiply fun.
After some consultations with most members of "November Babies," we came up with menus ordered via delivery service.
I just sought for my wife's help to personalized our cake.
All 11 birthday buddies including Me scanned our photos and placed them to decorate our cake.
We all got overwhelmed, with our co-workers who joined and greeted us personally.
And that gave us all a smart conclussion that the celebration would be more happier if tgere are more people wishing us a HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

A broadcast experience

The very first interview for broadcast I did was exactly a decade ago...and this was at the hype of the third season of American Idol half Filipino finalist Jasmine Trias.
At the time, I was then a part of an "MOS," but only a few people
knew that I was also working then at ABS-CBN, a popular TV station in the Philippines. I was then giving my insights about Trias' possible chance of bringing home the title.
And I never thought that on the 25th of December 2012, I would be on TV again...literally modeling.
I was seen on Solar Newsday, a newscast anchored by Mai Rodriguez, but it was Pat
Fernandez filling-in for her.
A particular segment which was intended to provide viewers a fashion forecast for the coming of 2013.
It was actually one of my very unforgettable experience...never knew that it would happen on the same Network, former Talk TV now rebranded to 9TV.
Network News anchored by Pia Hontiveros has a story about people who still finds importance on the use of snail mail in sending personal messages to their friends, relatives and loved ones here and abroad.
To make the long story short, I was now a resourced person telling the public about the very essence of it.
I just said in summary..."I have an Uncle in Canada and that he preferred getting snail mail rather than messages sent from emails or other social networking sites. "
In addition, I made mentioned that "...messages sent via mails could be edited. Not unlike messages your hand stroked on paper that has no room for errors for you're writing using your heart and not by just pen alone."
Luckily, my wife and my daughter dropped by at the office and had seen the full story.
My daughter just reacted indifferently upon seeing the part where I used my lips sealing the letter. She was even more suggesting that it would be best if I just glued it.
After that, the director of our newscast along with other co-workers teased me and said... "I'm now like a movie actor!"

Valerie Weigmann is Miss World 2014!

Valerie Weigmann, hails as Miss World 2014 after beating 25 other candidates for this year's crown at the SM MOA arena in Pasay City, Sunday night.
Weigmann is a 24 year-old candidate who represented Camarines Sur.
Weigmann not only bring home the title, she was also chosen as Best in Swimsuit, Best in Evening Gown, Best in Fashion Runway and many more.

Picture courtesy of: pinoyanbisyoso.com

She has won the title after answering the question..."Why should you win Miss World Philippines?"
Weigmann said: "I believe in the importance of empathy and compassion because I see, If all of us can all come together, we can all be advocates of change. And I want to inspire and encourage everyone to take up personal advocacy."
Among other contenders who won that night are Lorraine Kendrickson (1st princess), Nelda Ilbe (2nd princess), Nicole Donesa, (3rd princess) and Rachel Peters, (4th princess).

Valerie Weigmann along with other winners
Courtesy of : pinoyhorizon.blogspot.com
Photo by: Teddy Pelaez

Weigmann will represent the country in the Miss World Pageant this December 14, 2014 at ExCeL London in London, England.

Valerie Weigmann
Miss World 2014

Interesting facts about Valerie Weigmann

Before Weigmann became a Beauty title holder, she was once known by many on her first name as "Valerie."
First seen on the 2nd season of ABS-CBN's  Pinoy Big Brother Teen edition, 2008 and dubbed as "Darling Doll of Germany."

Valerie Weigmann on ABS-CBN's 2nd season of Pinoy Big Brother's Teen edition, 2008
Courtesy of: moviespicture.org

Also came out as a model endorser of one popular toothpaste commercial..."Close-up."

Valerie Weigmann and Ian Batherson
Close-up commercial
Picture courtesy of reynthology.blogspot.com

And was included as part of TV5's Fantasy  series..."Kidlat," which stars Derek Ramsey.

Valerie Weigmann as Natasha/Enigma in "Kidlat"

Valerie Weigmann with Jose and Bosing Vic
Courtesy of: valerieweigmann.blogspot.com
Valerie's first apperance on Eat Bulaga's "ALL for JUAN,"
October 3, 2013

Currently hosting Tito, Vic and Joey's noon time show at GMA7's ..."Eat Bulaga."

A beautiful day!

I couldn't exactly remember when was the last time I have
seen Lala.
Lala is not just a good friend but one of my trusted bestfiend.
Our path have crossed year 2001 in UP Diliman at the time I and her
was taking our Masteral degree courses in the University.
We usually see each other when we plan for a meet-up or when
there are special occassion in our lives.
But sometimes were actually having a hard time looking for
a perfect time to see each other because of both conflicts in our
works and priorities.
But despite the situation, we understand and respect each other
and never complain about it.
Recently, I received an invitation to attend as a co-panelist in one of her
subjects in the academe.
Honestly speaking, I'm too excited about it.
And without thinking twice, I said yes on it.
Her invitation just gave me the very idea of her other side as a lecturer.
Witnessing her experience in teaching made me go back to the second
profession I love and used to do...teaching.
It was situated in Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP),
where I have seen an overwhelming number of graduating students
attending her class.
I was then a total stranger. I never met Lala's students and vice-versa.
First impression to them was some of them were a "happy go lucky students."
But that impression was changed when they've presented their thesis
proposal and started speaking.
Their ages ranges from 17, I believe but believe me...they're a students with substance.
I think aside from their genes, Lala as their lecturer has guided these students
in every step of their subject matter.
It was I guess pretty normal to correct and help them in some areas they have weaknesses,
but it was all for the sake of polishing.
It was 7 different groups but the word "boredom," never came in in my mind.
The unexpected part was joining them for pictorial after their presentation...it was awesome!
There was fulfillment in me and I believe same goes to Lala.
After that, we went somewhere to grab dinner.
The dinner was fun for it was my very first visit to " Teriyaki Boy, " a japanese  restaurant situated in the Gateway mall.
But our night didn't end eating suffer...we even had coffee along
with our friendly chats and banters.
This also gave us the very opportunity to plan for our "BIG DAY," happening
next month.
We may be missing one more close friend Iaree, but that didn't serves
as a hindrance for us both to enjoy the night.
Our overall experience was truly fun and now looking forward for our next
gathering.

The Academe Invitation

A PUP VISIT OCTOBER 7, 2014

Weeks ago, I had an invitation from a close-friend (Mam Lala), whom I met at UP Diliman while we we’re taking our Masteral’s degree there in 2001. Lala is now currently teaching at  Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), College of Communications...and the invites was mainly for the purpose of being one of the panelist for her students submitting a thesis proposal on one of her subject..."Quantitative and Qualitative research.
Without thinking twice, I nodded on it. First, teaching in the academe was my second love. Back then I was a former College Professor teaching Mass Communication students at the Roosevelt College System in Cainta, Rizal. But it won't happened without the opportunity given to me by Dr. Paz Diaz or known by many as Mam Paz ( again thank you ♡!)
Second, I always love to share my wisdom and knowledge in understanding how media works especially on students specializing on it.
At first, I got so overwhelmed with the number of students Mam Lala at the time was handling...if my memory still serves me well they're more than 40.
And also suprised with number of groups I have to listen as well.
If most of the students were nervous about their chosen thesis proposals...I 'm at one point bothered on how I will contribute on their studies. But my job at the time became so manageable with the inputs coming from Mam Lala.
I have to admit, most of the students who presented that day had a very interesting topic to listen to...and I too had learned a lot from them.
And the latter part became so unforgettable because there was no need for us to audition to became "stars," we had our group pictorials after!
Goodluck guys, study hard and dream BIG. 'Til we all meet again.
And again, thank you Mam Lala!
#attheacademe #aninvitation #panelist #PUP #CollegeofCommunication #100714

3 plus 1!

Life is indeed full of surprises.
I think my family had a big blast today.
Earlier, we went to the nearest OB located in the city, and from there we were told that my wife is pregnant...6weeks to be precise.
We were all thrilled and so happy about this.
Just last year, month of December my wife had a raspa operation and that took our hope of having a baby again.
But we prayed and we've waited.
I think this is it!
Just this weekend, I have seen my wife undergone a very serious and hard fertilisation stage. After every meal she's been vomiting.
She even spent longer hours of sleep, she hates the smell of a fry food, even the smell of my cologne, and usually craving for food she wanted to eat.
We had our confirmation of what my wife's been going through after she'd undergone a pregnancy test last Saturday.
Well, now I am praying for her wellness and of course our baby too.
If ever, I wanted a bouncing baby boy.
But we are so thankful to the Lord for this very wonderful blessing!

The bowling experience

Just a week ago, somebody from the company told me and my team that there will be a bowling tournament for us.
I don't know but there was so much excitement in me...I immediately voluntered for myself and said YES!
By asking co-workers very near to me at the time, we were able to form a group and now we represented and played for..."News Production!"
Actually, I didn't feel any tension or even bothered about it. Maybe because all I am thinking before I joined the team is that it's just a play for fun.
I think I was lucky enough to be a part of a beautiful strong team with Nicolette Henson, Jayvie Dizon, Krizia Catapang, Joey Baluyot and Red.
We were given a 15minute or less warm up before we play...then after that here comes the first round, the actual game.

DIFFICULTIES

Honestly speaking, I couldn't remember the last time I played bowling.
I couldn't recall how heavy the bowling pin was, and how hard it is to insert fingers dedicated to hold it.
It was actually a total disaster for me to commit playing for the team, where in fact I really didn't prepare for it. What I had at the time was the strength coming from inside of me.
I think that's the downside of it, it's a must to practice before entering a game especially that it was a game designed to compete.

ACTUAL GAME

Most of us are actually giving our hundred percent...despite some gutter experienced that took placed most of the times.

Every teams has stored energy that I believed they've released that time.
We were all full of energy, rejoicing and sometimes also understanding and even complimenting each other's "gutter," experiences.
It was so frustrating throwing a bowling pin and goes straight to a gutter.
And it was even doubled when you see that there was no score that reflects on the screen.
But believe it or not it was one great feeling to striked twice!
It makes me forget about the frustration I got from not hitting all the bowling pins.
On the first round, you will still feel that it was just a game...but competition stretches during the second round.
At times, I would wish that I was on the other team...striking most of the times.
But I have faith on my team. I couldn't believe it each of every striked my team made, just made me so proud about all of us.
Finally, the moment that we've all been waiting for...the announcement of the latest summary of score tallies.
There was so much announcement I think I was getting at the time, to the point that I couldn't even pay attention to other teams leading at the time.
The only concern I had in mind was if my team got in...but surprisingly we made it to the fifth spot.
It goes without saying that...we will still compete next Monday!
Thank God for this wonderful achievement.
Thank you also for our human resource team who made it possible.
It was such a very beautiful experience!

The News Production Team