The honeymoon phase

Feb 26, 11 The honeymoon phase

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“It was just that we had this phenomenal honeymoon relationship that just kept on going.” James Levine As my boyfriend placed the engagement ring on my finger, my eyes just sparkled with excitement. Nothing could stop us from getting married. We were madly, deeply and truly in love for seven years. What did I know...

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Just the two of us in…Macau

Feb 22, 11 Just the two of us in…Macau

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My EDSA 1 babies

Feb 22, 11 My EDSA 1 babies

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My husband caressed my protruding belly and felt our baby move. His smile turned to a frown as he knitted his brows, “We need to pack up and move to the mountains.” I stood up and responded, ”No, we’re staying put. I know something good will happen. I just know it.” My stubborn refusal started a minor spat when he...

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Why I support the Reproductive Health Bill

Feb 18, 11 Why I support the Reproductive Health Bill

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“Doesn’t every woman deserve the right to have a safe pregnancy and a baby that’s born healthy? I believe this is a very basic human right.” Katya Matanovic RH advocates at the House of Representatives with Congressman Edcel Lagman. In the photo are Carlos Celdran, Red Tani, Beth Angsioco, Joy Virata,...

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Blog anniversary contest: chance to win 2011 Samsung New Microwave oven

Feb 15, 11 Blog anniversary contest: chance to win 2011 Samsung New Microwave oven

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Update: Winner is Jaypee David. How time flies! Touched by an Angel will celebrate its 5th anniversary on February 24 and I am having a small contest. I used to give cash money before , the prize money I got from winning awards for this blog. I didn’t really think of holding a contest this year until Samsung asked if I wanted...

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The art of love… is largely the art of persistence.

Feb 14, 11 The art of love… is largely the art of persistence.

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Love is an irresistible desire to be irresistibly desired. Robert Frost Yes, it is Valentine’s day, another ordinary day for my husband and myself. Just like any day, we make time to have lovey-dovey moments with each other and a special ME time. Today is special for other couples but for us, every day is special. We have...

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Reactions on Angelo Reyes’ death

Feb 09, 11 Reactions on Angelo Reyes’ death

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I saw the news in Twitter. Angelo Reyes got shot. “Who was Angelo Reyes?” I asked in Twitter. The corruption charges against the General Garcia was not something I really followed because I was busy with other matters like the Reproductive health issue. Besides, one of the bloggers was going to write about it. Twitter...

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Choosing Life, Rejecting the CBCP Pastoral Letter

Feb 06, 11 Choosing Life, Rejecting the CBCP Pastoral Letter

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The little children scampering around this village down south of Metro Manila is just mind-boggling. Shrieks of laughter rings in the air. They are giddy with excitement as they wait in line for the generous donor to distribute toys and school supplies. I asked a resident. How is life here? Oh , she says life is hard. Source of...

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National blogging organization in the Philippines?

Feb 05, 11 National blogging organization in the Philippines?

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The topic is still a burning issue. The Big Bad Blogger and the evil PR brouhaha is still making waves in the Philippine blogosphere. I am always asked, “who do you think is big bad blogger?” or “is there really a big bad blogger?” I am aware there are a lot of bloggers with various interest, business model...

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Parents leave two legacies to their kids- one is roots, the other wings

Feb 02, 11 Parents leave two legacies to their kids- one is roots, the other wings

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Parents leave behind two legacies to their children — one is roots, the other, wings. Everything starts with being responsible parents. Whenever news about a mother is sensationalized or controversial, my readers ask for my reaction. I tell them that I cannot dictate what a parent should or should not do. Like any parent, I made...

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