Look and Feel Good While Pregnant at the BABY EXPO 2013

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Pregnancy is one of the most precious gifts a woman could have; it is a nine-month journey filled with exciting experiences. Along with pregnancy comes great changes and as challenging as it seems, you can still look good, feel good and enjoy pregnancy through the Baby Expo Philippines 2013. 

Organized by MediaCom Solutions Inc. and co-presented by Cordlife, the Baby Expo Philippines 2013 – “Welcoming Life, Love and Care” is the country’s first premier expo dedicated to family development and child care. Happening on December 06-08, 2013 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, it covers the stages of family growth from pregnancy, maternity, newborns, toddlers and early childhood. 

Pregnant women can definitely look and feel good with educational seminars, exciting activities and up to 80% exclusive discounts from over 200 exhibitors lined-up, on all three days. 

Look and feel good while pregnant. Visit Mamabella Nursing and Maternity Wear’s booth at the Baby Expo Philippines 2013 and be updated with the latest trends in maternity wear. 

Soon to be mothers can arm themselves with enough knowledge and tips, straight from the country’s experts. With talks on pregnancy preparation, breastfeeding 101, responsible parenting, children’s diets, safety and even a yaya academy, expecting mothers will surely be more than ready for their new journey. 

Look good with the free makeover at the Mommy Makeover station and know the latest trends in maternity wear with the Baby Fashion Weekend, happening on all three days of the expo. Shop until you drop and prepare for your baby’s arrival with big discounts on brands like Bosom Buddy, Ever Bilena, Mustela, Bambino, Enfant, Baby Shop Philippines, Mamabella, Lipton Baby, Latch.A.Babe, Little Luli, Numa, My Little Baby Dragon, The Little Bugger, Tickled Moms Le’ondell, and many more! 

The whole family can also enjoy and participate on other activities like the Baby Olympics and the much awaited Baby Expo Philippines 2013 Awards featuring Star-studded Families, Parentpreneurs and the crowning of the #BibongBaby of the year. 

“The BABY EXPO Philippines 2013 is an event for the entire family, expecting parents as well as relatives and friends to enjoy and spend quality time together through the fun-filled activities we lined up.” says MediaCom Solutions Inc. President and BABY EXPO Philippines founder David Abrenilla.

To be a part of this wondrous event, call +632.843.2174 

or email info@babyexpo.ph, 

For updates, you can also visit www.babyexpo.ph or 

like the Baby Expo Facebook page: www.facebook.com/babyexpoph

National Heroes Day with ‘Million People March’

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The “Million People March,” which started as an online campaign against the Priority Development Assistance Fund, aims to gather a million people on National Heroes Day, Monday, August 26, 2013.

Let's work together, stand up and be counted .. for our country for our future and for the greater good.

The initial plan of a peaceful rally in Luneta is a national campaign as enraged netizens agreed to hold similar protest actions in various convergence points across the country.

According to Noemi Lardizabal Dado, "there are no “central organizers” for the event, some of them met last week to talk about several issues involving the “picnic protest.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/1409315085958044/

"This is NOT a duplicate event. I created this event page for our network of friends interested to meet up on August 26 and assemble at the Luneta Grounds of the Quirino Grandstand for the August 26 facebook event as posted "MILLION PEOPLE MARCH TO LUNETA AUGUST 26: SA ARAW NG MGA BAYANI. PROTESTA ng BAYAN!!!"

https://www.facebook.com/events/406846762761075

Let's meet up. Many groups will be present on this day. I am only one out of many concerned citizens . I took it upon myself to ensure the safety of those that I invited . Together with a group of concerned citizens (who do not wish to be named), we aligned our messaging and logistics. There is no organizer except that, there is the Facebook admin (Peachy Bretana) and Kiko Acero who will speak to media.

The KEY MESSAGES for August 26.

1. The PDAF or Pork Barrel Fund be scrapped.

2. All the Government Officials who are found to be involved in the malversation of the Pork Barrel Funds issued to them as well as all private individuals involved be held liable civilly and criminally for such following the proper legal procedure before the proper 

legal venues.

HASHTAG: #ScrapPork

MEETING PLACE

Entrance is at the Carabao part by Roxas Boulevard. The protest area is on Burnham Greens across the Quirino grandstand and Rizal Monument

Time: 9:00 AM at our designated places in Luneta (See sector map )

Ends at 2:00 PM

COLOR THEME: any desired color. 

See me at Sector 6AB (see sector map) Since I want to be easily spotted, I will wear Teal sun hat and light blueTop. I will also bring a flag to wave so you can easily spot our network of friends.

Hashtag is #ScrapPork

(Updated as of Aug 25 7AM)

REMINDERS

1.There is no central organizer, it’s a citizen’s gathering; all are welcome

This is a peaceful gathering, so always be respectful of others and let’s cover each others backs

No central stage but small pockets with apple boxes for each group who wants to set up one; Each group would be in charge of their own activities

2. All picnic goers are expected to clean up after themselves, so please bring garbage bags

3. Look after your valuables

Rizal Park, including the Burnham Greens (grassy area of the main gathering), is a NO SMOKING AREA; drinking of alcoholic beverages is also prohibited

If you are bringing young children, you may consider putting a label on their wrist with contact information in case they stray away from you

4. Look after your own group and make sure we maintain proper decorum and discipline

5. Let’s show the world that we can all gather in a peaceful, harmonious, cooperative and caring way.

LOGISTICS present:

1. Video wall in the center- for hashtag #ScrapPork

2. Command Center and First aid station beside Video Wall- for general announcements, two police with radio for any reporting of incidents

3.. Ambulance on both sides of Quirino Grandstand

4. 700 marshals

You can also assign a marshal for your group and ask additional instructions from the command center.

5. 2,000 police officers to protect participants from criminal elements and "ensure peace and order is maintained." ( they will be on standby , not on meeting place)

6. K9 unit

7. Around 50 portalets, donated by various participants and private companies, will be installed around the park. Ambulances from Red Cross, Department of Health and Rock Ed Philippines will be on standby on all sides of the park to attend to health concerns of participants. (Via Rappler)

8. "This is a rally that will not have one stage, to be taken over by the next opportunist. this is a multicolor rally as it is one that will allow for flags and banners. " (Via Radikalchick)

9 . "Wear what you want, come in any color, come as an individual or as a member of the group, bring a flag especially if you expect students from your school, or more people to gather around your stage. " (Via Radikalchick)

10. "the goal should be to actually go and make your voice count and make your presence felt. " (Via Radikalchick)

"you and i can go, without an organizational banner or t-shirt defining us, and with only our own families and friends. we can even walk in by ourselves and sit with any group at all, and understand what they mean when they say scrap pork." (Via Radikalchick) http://www.radikalchick.com/why-should-you-go-the-august-26-rally/

WHAT TO BRING/WEAR:

1. Comfortable clothing and footwear (rubber shoes or slippers)

2. Extra shirt / face towel

3. Cap / raincoat /umbrella

4. Sunblock / insect repellant

5. Drinking water, snacks/food; pack extra to share with friends and/or donate to volunteers and marshals (please use reusable water bottles)

6. Garbage bags

7. Banig/mats, chairs, pillows

8. Portable radios and/or televisions

9. Friends and your conviction

10. Commitment to be the change you want to see

WHAT TO DO IF YOU DECIDE TO GO:

1. Go in a group; bring officemates, schoolmates, barkada, like-minded friends and family

2. Bring music, entertainment, karaoke

3. Conduct small teach-ins/discussion groups

4. Visit other groups at the picnic, talk with them, exchange (friendly) views and make new friends and connections

5. You may Sign the petitions at the change.org table near the video wall

Bring food and water to share

6. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the hashtag #ScrapPork – let’s trend worldwide on 26 August

WHAT TO DO IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE FROM HOME:

1. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the hashtag #ScrapPork – let’s trend worldwide on 26 August

2. Monitor media and do call ins, text and/or tweet to share your sentiments on the pork barrel scam; if you tweet, Facebook or Instagram, remember to use the hashtag #ScrapPork

3. Text or call friends at the picnic with any important or breaking news

4. Have a protest party in your house, church, or meeting hall and invite friends to monitor the event on television

5. Join the Unified Action at 10am, 11am, 12nn and 1pm by having a noise barrage in your area

Determine your meeting area. There is an open space for no banner area. If groups want to go to that area, they have to leave their banners in the D to G area. The command center /First AID will be beside LED VIdeo wall area (5A) Enter by the carabao area along Roxas Boulevard. This side will be closed to traffic though so drop off point is at the corner of South Drive/Roxas Boulevard (Look for me Sector 6AB)

Together let us express our grievances on August 26, 2013, National Heroes day, 9:00 Am at the Luneta grounds of the Quirino Grandstand in a peaceful protest and stake our claim on a little piece of our historical park. 

The Filipino people deserve an explanation.

Public officers must account for and respond to this pork barrel mess.

A Relaxed Lifestyle in LAROSSA - The Urban Botanical Community

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We always dream to have something that will mean a relaxed lifestyle for us and our family.

Last Friday, I had an enjoyable tour at LAROSSA, an Urban Botanical Community right at the heart of Quezon City, accessible to many prime necessities for your convenient and easy living. LAROSSA in Capitol Hills is conveniently located near places of discovery, productivity and recreation.

Located at Bgy. Old Balara in Zuzuarregi Road and Capitol Hills Drive, LAROSSA is near  to schools, workplaces and recreational centers. It is just few minutes to University of the Philippines, UP-Ayala Technohub, Ateneo de Manila University, Mirriam College, Ayala Heights and Capitol Golf Course, and SM North Edsa and Trinoma Mall.

The Larossa Community provides residents with an ideal living environment that is serene, nature-filled and at the same time convenient in location and amenities.

 It offers a lifestyle touched by nature, in an unbeatable urban location.

Finding an urban community that inspires the enjoyment of simple things for the family, home, serene community, It is a wonderful mix of old and new,  tradition and modern. The place was huge with the trees standing tall and most trees are 100 years old! 

Larossa, the 36,401 square meter mid-rise residential is the official flagship project of Primehomes Real Esttate Development Corporation. They are working around the nature with 65% open space and 35% building space.

Primehomes is a very young real estate developer whose team is composed of 40% architects which make their company a design-driven organization.

Ms. Amica Sophia M. Paulino, the Chief Marketing Officer of PRIMEHOMES, shared us that PRIMEHOMES goal is to preserve the property’s century-old trees and to allow an intimate interaction with nature.

PRIMEHOMES nurtures the environment. It was master-planned to preserve the site’s pre-existing trees and natural features. LAROSSA is cleverly designed to make use of the natural shade of the majestic trees for a calm and cool atmosphere where residents can unwind and pursue leisure activities.

There are different pathways for jogging, walking and biking around the gated community. These pathways are connected by pedestrian crossroads for safety and are lined with lush landscaping for visual amusement.

Larossa in Capitol Hills Quezon City is beautiful place and has a stunning peaceful quality about it that draws people in, whether as tourists or as new residents of the country.

Primehomes offers the most desirable units in Quezon City in terms of design, quality and affordability.

For more information about LAROSSA visit http://www.larossa.com.ph/

and in Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/larossa.community?ref=br_tf

More photos on Here.

Doing Business with the new BlackBerry Q10

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Empower your small or medium enterprise with the latest BlackBerry Q10 smartphone available from Globe Business’ Best Postpaid Deals.

The first BlackBerry 10 smartphone features a classic physical and re-engineered BlackBerry QWERTY keyboard which has a wider layout and larger sculpted keys and stunning touchscreen display for viewing files and making video calls. It also has a longer battery life to keep up with your day-long business activities.

For only P1,499 a month at Plan 999 with P500 monthly cashout, get unlimited internet access to browse through the internet and send business e-mails, as well as all-network calls and texts to keep you connected with partners and employees.

Avail of the BlackBerry Q10 from Globe Business and get full technical assistance to sync BlackBerry Q10 smartphones with your company’s current e-mail platform via Microsoft ActiveSync, as well as guidance on procedures to upgrade to BES 10 free of charge until yearend. Contact your Globe Business Account Manager, log on to www.business.globe.com.ph/bestdeals or call (02) 730-1010 for more information.

Hardie™ Man Challenge: The Ultimate Building Contest

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Tthe first ever Hardie™Man Challenge: The Ultimate Building Contest was held at The Rockwell Tent on August 22, 2013 from 10 am to 4 pm.

The country’s best builders battled it off in a unique challenge that tested their skills, workmanship, and expertise.

Each builder fielded a team composed of three members. The challenge? Under time pressure, to install HardieFlex® walls, HardieFlex® ceilings, and the new HardieFlex® flooring which is designed specifically for the Philippine market.

After the challenges, these are the winners of the Hardie™ Man Challenge: The Ultimate Building Contest:

1^st place - Shuttershield

2^nd place - Cabico

3^rd place - Gentry

Special Awards:

Best in Workmanship - Shuttershield

Best in Teamwork - Dreva

Best in Safety - Jonzlib’z

Best in James Hardie Knowledge - Shuttershield

The event, according to Mark Sergio, Sales and Marketing Director of James Hardie, was a perfect opportunity to experience ease of installation of HardieFlex advanced building composite, which is known for its durability, high quality, versatility and dimension precision.

“Through the Hardie™Man Challenge, th builders demonstrated how easy it is to install HardieFlex even for do-it-yourself homebuilders and how beautifully it conforms to any design preference they please. HardieFlex is the next generation in building products that does not compromise peace of mind,” said Mark.

With Typhoon Maring just leaving the country and with an average of about 20 storms entering the Philippine area of responsibility, Filipino homeowners should be careful to use only authentic HardieFlex advanced building composite. HardieFlex by James Hardie is resistant to damage caused by moisture, fire and termites and does not contain cancer-causing asbestos.

When installed and maintained correctly, HardieFlex advanced building composite is designed to withstand varying weather conditions, from scorching dry heat to thick humidity; strong winds to typhoons, flooding, and constant moisture.

Being locally based, James Hardie can cater to homeowner’s needs faster. James Hardie has local consultants that are available anytime, anywhere in the country to provide product information and technical support.

“James Hardie has been in the Philippines for 16 years as such we know the needs of Filipino homeowners -- especially the need to build the best home that their loved ones deserve; a place where they can feel safe and secure, so they can enjoy precious family moments that last a lifetime. Now that’s what we call ‘living without compromise’,” explained Mark.

HardieFlex advanced building composite is the ideal building material for your home.

To find out more, go to the website www.jameshardie.com.ph and like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jameshardieph or call 1-800-888-5427 (outside Metro Manila) or 895-5427 (within Metro Manila).