tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55407684251912510792024-02-18T18:34:44.280-08:00Artful ChapterAda Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.comBlogger84125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-64316265026159068262021-09-25T03:42:00.001-07:002021-09-25T03:42:32.444-07:00Pictures of Wonie, My Unexpected Pet<p><span style="font-family: courier;">I have long requested permission to adopt a stray cat but each time I get the same answer from my parents - NO. It's too much responsibility, they say. Your brother's allergic to animal hair, they added. There were many other reasons, all simply saying NO.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pwcFE3pclt8/YU3lL-4iicI/AAAAAAAABzk/bUNRlKutqwMIP7JS70LEUVlduMnBNFl1QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/wonie1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pwcFE3pclt8/YU3lL-4iicI/AAAAAAAABzk/bUNRlKutqwMIP7JS70LEUVlduMnBNFl1QCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h360/wonie1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: courier;">Then one morning you were there, lying beside the cage of our dove who has been with us for almost 17 years. Maybe that was what made you readily acceptable to our household. Maybe that was what made you unique. Normally, our dove would fret endlessly in his cage when approached by any cat or dog. He is quiet with you beside him, not seeing you as a threat. </span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pcXP5wxbRqA/YU3lUWazRxI/AAAAAAAABzo/AcTUPf9uuXM5aAa49dTD4Ntj1CcRsKtLgCLcBGAsYHQ/s940/wonie2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pcXP5wxbRqA/YU3lUWazRxI/AAAAAAAABzo/AcTUPf9uuXM5aAa49dTD4Ntj1CcRsKtLgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h536/wonie2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: courier;">I named you Wonie from one of the members of a Korean singing group I follow. Stay safe, stay playful, my unexpected pet. </span><p></p>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-45465817013857907912021-09-06T10:28:00.004-07:002021-09-06T10:41:14.911-07:00vivo Breaks New Ground with Self-Designed Imaging Chip V1<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;">vivo unveiled its new self-designed Imaging Chip V1 during a recent press event held in Shenzhen, China. Throughout the event, vivo introduced the Imaging Chip V1 and expanded on its four long-term strategic tracks.</span></span></p><p></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: courier;"><br /></span></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CW5czNIZ75w/YTZNZCcSv1I/AAAAAAAABzY/ckR2kk_lZkgykO9OHwL2EUotlbUWjUjRACLcBGAsYHQ/s396/vivo%2Bpr.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="264" data-original-width="396" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CW5czNIZ75w/YTZNZCcSv1I/AAAAAAAABzY/ckR2kk_lZkgykO9OHwL2EUotlbUWjUjRACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h426/vivo%2Bpr.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></span></span><b style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: xx-small;"> Hu Baishan, Executive Vice President & COO at vivo, speaking at the press event</span></span></b><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;">“V1 is a fully-customized integrated circuit chip dedicated for imaging and video applications with leading edge visual quality, marking a key milestone as vivo’s inaugural breakthrough in independent R&D and chip design. In line with vivo’s imaging system design, the Imaging Chip V1 can better serve user needs by optimizing smartphone application scenarios such as viewfinder look and video recording,” said Hu Baishan, Executive Vice President & COO at vivo.<u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><u></u> <u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><span style="color: #262626;">The Imaging Chip V1 has been under development for 24 months by over 300 R&D personnel and imaging lab experts at vivo. Moving forward, vivo’s approach towards spearheading innovative image processing (IP) technology at the chip level will mainly revolve around four strategic tracks: image system, operating system, industrial design and performance. In Hu’s view, vivo will only consider developing chips with partners when there is a lack of supplied capability on the market that are suitable for vivo’s product and technical needs, along with substantial demand for fully-customized chips to support these long-term strategic tracks. </span><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;">vivo will strategically focus its resources on simulating the known needs of consumers through IP Design and developing key innovative image processing algorithms, without undertaking chip manufacturing.</span><span style="color: #262626;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><u></u> <u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;">“Aside from enhancing the visual aesthetics and imaging effects of vivo products, the Imaging Chip V1 also aims to bring unparalleled experiences to users by channeling emotional resonance through visual expression. vivo is staunchly committed to long-term investment in the four strategic tracks to create industry-leading technology and innovation, which will undoubtedly satisfy even the most demanding high-end smartphone users,” he added.<u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><u></u> <u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;">As early as 2019, vivo began linking design-driven and user-oriented innovation with the evolving demands of users, culminating in the four long-term strategic tracks. Since then, vivo has been recruiting talents from all around the world to implement a vigorous development strategy.<u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><u></u> <u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;">Image system is a part of the core long-term strategic tracks of vivo. To this day, vivo has invested heavily in this field for over five years, achieving many industry-leading breakthroughs such as Gimbal Stabilization technology and Selfie Spotlight along the way. In December 2020, vivo and ZEISS announced a long-term strategic partnership in mobile imaging innovation. </span><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;">Both partners share the ambition to anticipate and meet most demanding consumer requirements, as well as the will to challenge the limits of mobile imaging through joint research and development at the vivo ZEISS Imaging Lab.<u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><u></u> <u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;">The vivo and ZEISS partnership has two dimensions of collaboration, the first of which is the product R&D line. The </span><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;">results of joint R&D and combination of ZEISS technologies for mobile imaging with vivo’s leading smartphone technology, algorithms and manufacturing capabilities – such as Biotar Portrait Style – can be experienced first in vivo’s X60 series. </span><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;">The second dimension is the mutual exploration of shaping the future through mobile imaging, spearheading the advancement of next-level professional photography and videography technologies.</span><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><u></u> <u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;">Based on consumer insights, vivo will implement a three-pronged strategy – focusing on product planning, technical planning and technical pre-research – to strike a balance between products and technology. The vivo Central Research Institute will be responsible for planning up-and-coming technologies, which will be closely aligned with consumer demands, industry trends and user scenarios.<u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><u></u> <u></u></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><span lang="EN-HK" style="color: #262626;">vivo’s goal over the next 10 to 20 years is to create</span><span style="color: #262626;"> great products based on a design-driven value,</span><span style="color: #474b55;"> </span><span style="color: #262626;">building a bridge between humans and the digital world by providing users with an increasingly convenient mobile and digital experience. vivo will continue to implement vigorous development strategies with the vision of becoming a healthier, longer-lasting world-class corporation.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><span style="color: #262626;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px 0cm 12pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: courier;">For more information and new product updates visit<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.vivoglobal.ph/&source=gmail&ust=1631034286395000&usg=AFQjCNEJdRqmbnpJCMh34kBBMBdXmkcnBA" href="http://www.vivoglobal.ph/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #262626; text-decoration-line: none;"> </span>www.vivoglobal.ph</a>, and vivo’s official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. Get first dibs on the newest vivo devices on its </span><span class="m_4527439960364262949MsoHyperlink" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: courier; text-decoration-line: underline;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/vivo/&source=gmail&ust=1631034286395000&usg=AFQjCNGiFiDp8TVGC_VEQYV1CQ4vfewAYg" href="https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/vivo/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Lazada</a></span><span style="color: #262626; font-family: courier;"> and </span><span class="m_4527439960364262949MsoHyperlink" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: courier; text-decoration-line: underline;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://shopee.ph/vivophilippines&source=gmail&ust=1631034286395000&usg=AFQjCNFkIiIqYUkbGWcvxgzNraS58lOa8A" href="https://shopee.ph/vivophilippines" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Shopee</a></span><span style="color: #262626; font-family: courier;"> official stores and its physical stores and kiosks nationwide.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><b><span style="color: #474b55;">About vivo</span></b><span style="color: #474b55;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><span style="color: #474b55;">vivo is a technology company that creates great products based on a design-driven value, with smart devices and intelligent services as its core. The company aims to build a bridge between humans and the digital world. Through unique creativity, vivo provides users with an increasingly convenient mobile and digital life. Following the company’s core values, which include Benfen*, design-driven and user orientation, vivo has implemented a sustainable development strategy, with the vision of becoming a healthier, longer-lasting world-class corporation.</span><span style="color: #474b55;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><span style="color: #474b55;"><br />While recruiting and developing the best local talents, vivo is supported by a network of 10 R&D centers in Shenzhen, Dongguan, Nanjing, Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Xi’an, Taipei, Tokyo and San Diego, focusing on the development of state-of-the-art consumer technologies, including 5G, artificial intelligence, industrial design, photography and other up-and-coming technologies. vivo has also set-up five production hubs (including brand authorized manufacturing center), across China, South- and Southeast Asia, with an annual production capacity of nearly 200 million smartphones. As of now, vivo has branched out its sales network across more than 50 countries and regions, and is loved by more than 400 million users worldwide.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; text-align: justify;"><i><span style="color: #474b55;"><span style="font-family: courier;">*“Benfen” is a term describing the attitude on doing the right things and doing things right – which is the ideal description of vivo’s mission to build technology for good.<u></u><u></u></span></span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px 0px 12pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #474b55;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><br />Please stay informed of vivo's news at<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://web.wechat.com/cgi-bin/mmwebwx-bin/webwxcheckurl?requrl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.vivo.com%252Fen%252Fabout-vivo%252Fnews%26skey%3D%2540crypt_f2c3514c_06d4b3809ab0af76d2136d846991757c%26deviceid%3De035266183192324%26pass_ticket%3D971IYDMYG0p76QUybkdcvulInCXiXmMKsabHjLQPFU8yhAr4XJayTduzizNb1mwJ%26opcode%3D2%26scene%3D1%26username%3D@36f6719851137adf3d1d321c263032f6&source=gmail&ust=1631034286395000&usg=AFQjCNE1pA3qMYgLYypX7k4bxlSO1GuTMA" href="https://web.wechat.com/cgi-bin/mmwebwx-bin/webwxcheckurl?requrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vivo.com%2Fen%2Fabout-vivo%2Fnews&skey=%40crypt_f2c3514c_06d4b3809ab0af76d2136d846991757c&deviceid=e035266183192324&pass_ticket=971IYDMYG0p76QUybkdcvulInCXiXmMKsabHjLQPFU8yhAr4XJayTduzizNb1mwJ&opcode=2&scene=1&username=@36f6719851137adf3d1d321c263032f6" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #474b55; text-decoration-line: none;"> https://www.vivo.com/en/about-<wbr></wbr>vivo/news</span></a></span></span></p>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-90788550830712483022021-05-08T09:12:00.019-07:002021-06-16T09:27:48.723-07:00Why Hold On to Fashion Heirloom Pieces<p><span style="font-family: courier;">An heirloom is an object given so much value that it is passed on from generation to generation with much care. The care given to it is almost akin to reverence. Probably because, heirloom pieces tend to get fragile in time.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RxbrpoOg1Uw/YMn0y4jkYVI/AAAAAAAABxo/UsemWhMaIOQJiwsCSoC7Fi95WZVeZvmdwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1920/heirloom%2Bveil%2B%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RxbrpoOg1Uw/YMn0y4jkYVI/AAAAAAAABxo/UsemWhMaIOQJiwsCSoC7Fi95WZVeZvmdwCLcBGAsYHQ/w360-h640/heirloom%2Bveil%2B%25281%2529.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><p><span style="font-family: courier;">Personally, I had the privilege of using one such fashion heirloom piece when I became the Reyna Elena in a Santacruzan held in our village. Before that, I have been joining this yearly May festival as different "supporting" characters. You see, the Reyna Elena is considered the main human character in this parade.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">During that parade, I was able to wear my dream ball gown and accessorized it with a very precious family heirloom - a beautiful long veil which I used as a cape. I felt so regal and beautiful. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">It felt good knowing I was wearing something worn by an ancestor and lovingly passed on to my generation. There are still a couple of heirloom pieces I'm looking forward to wearing. I know the proper time will come. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">I'm hoping that I will have the opportunity to pass them on to the next generation. We hold on to heirloom pieces because it is one way of connecting the past to the present.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;"><br /></span></p>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-23482401710189525572021-03-07T23:21:00.001-08:002021-06-14T02:20:15.395-07:00Seeing Art in Face Masks <p><span style="font-family: courier;">One of the best things that happened with the extended use of face masks is the opportunity it provided for artistry to shine through. With the acceptance of the reality that wearing face masks will be with us at least for a while, people are getting creative with its design. We are definitely seeing art in face masks.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a8_FPN-BC8U/YMcD32ly43I/AAAAAAAABwg/AhKij4c6MYw4bXQKyukupBnbTqdJvomvACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/pexels-yaroslav-danylchenko-4113084.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1374" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a8_FPN-BC8U/YMcD32ly43I/AAAAAAAABwg/AhKij4c6MYw4bXQKyukupBnbTqdJvomvACLcBGAsYHQ/w430-h640/pexels-yaroslav-danylchenko-4113084.jpg" width="430" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Photo by </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/@artjazz?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">Yaroslav Danylchenko</a></span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> from </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-in-brown-dress-holding-white-plastic-bottle-painting-4113084/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">Pexels</a></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">Art is not limited to traditional forms like paintings, sculptures, or theater. It can also be presented in things used in everyday life. These are some of the face mask artful designs I found online.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Sequins Galore</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">The small, shiny and colorful disks sewn on the face mask truly transforms it into a sophisticated piece of accessory. This piece is just perfect for formal activities whether in limited numbers physically or online.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-x6fQhyYRgsc/YMcEhCtz98I/AAAAAAAABwo/hnjNPshIQu4A8aRlAcUO0Kt63J0ivBUXgCLcBGAsYHQ/s794/sequined%2Bfasce%2Bmask.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="719" data-original-width="794" height="363" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-x6fQhyYRgsc/YMcEhCtz98I/AAAAAAAABwo/hnjNPshIQu4A8aRlAcUO0Kt63J0ivBUXgCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h363/sequined%2Bfasce%2Bmask.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/887462558/golden-sequin-face-mask-with-filter" target="_blank">Image</a></span></div><p><br /></p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Canvas to Cloth</b></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">A piece of art painted on canvas come to life when painted on face masks. Aside from protecting the wearer, it promotes appreciation of the arts.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-snDuRtBNejk/YMcHuBdbB-I/AAAAAAAABww/PDIyfmo_nGk0OeyfYL4Y_ar2j_zbON88wCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/painted%2Bface%2Bmask.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-snDuRtBNejk/YMcHuBdbB-I/AAAAAAAABww/PDIyfmo_nGk0OeyfYL4Y_ar2j_zbON88wCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h426/painted%2Bface%2Bmask.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: courier;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rapplerdotcom/photos/" target="_blank">Image</a><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Beaded Artwork</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">The mere act of stringing beads together to form a design is an art in itself. This is usually done by following outline markings made on the cloth but some bead artists can create freehand designs. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fdgNX7Y0DWQ/YMcI5dCyvJI/AAAAAAAABw4/32BtZ3If7wUSEdqmKvH_V5xzWBGplLNhgCLcBGAsYHQ/s644/beaded%2Bface%2Bmask.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="418" data-original-width="644" height="260" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fdgNX7Y0DWQ/YMcI5dCyvJI/AAAAAAAABw4/32BtZ3If7wUSEdqmKvH_V5xzWBGplLNhgCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h260/beaded%2Bface%2Bmask.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: courier;"><a href="https://shoptheaddison.com/products/mary-frances-butterfly-flowers-beaded-face-mask" target="_blank">Image</a></span></div><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Own Face Mask</b></span></p><span style="font-family: courier;">This is literally art borrowed from the face of the wearer. This artist actually designed a face mask that looks like you're not wearing one. It can literally make you smile even when you don't feel like it.</span><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oo3jB5k5g50/YMcLDv1tnwI/AAAAAAAABxA/F9XD7zUkHV45Vp1jCv1YslnSs4vhWkyMQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/second%2Bface%2Bmask.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oo3jB5k5g50/YMcLDv1tnwI/AAAAAAAABxA/F9XD7zUkHV45Vp1jCv1YslnSs4vhWkyMQCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/second%2Bface%2Bmask.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: courier;"><a href="https://twitter.com/djbaskin/status/1271590209151352833/photo/2" target="_blank">Image</a></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Crochet Art</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">Crochet enthusiasts swear that the activity in itself is like painting with yarn. The designs are limitless as the imagination. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0N_6JB2ER2I/YMcODbvMrDI/AAAAAAAABxQ/zXBBvq1QlzAISx7wN6n0f66lNzbD-r_PACLcBGAsYHQ/s640/crochet%2Bface%2Bmask1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0N_6JB2ER2I/YMcODbvMrDI/AAAAAAAABxQ/zXBBvq1QlzAISx7wN6n0f66lNzbD-r_PACLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h300/crochet%2Bface%2Bmask1.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;"><a href="https://thelittletreasures.blogspot.com/2020/04/flower-face-mask.html" target="_blank">Image</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">The only reason why wearing face masks have become more bearable is because of the freedom to wear it in fitting with our personality. Many have opted to DIY, allowing them to express themselves. This is in essence is art. </span></p>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-33933108790447206502021-01-04T23:14:00.000-08:002021-06-14T00:15:17.222-07:00Fashion-Pandemic Style<p><span style="font-family: courier;">The pandemic definitely changed the way people look at fashion. Having to deal with restrictions in movements due to health protocols that need to be observed, dressing up can feel tedious. Comfort therefore has become of primary importance. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jtkys6TMA7s/YMbsvNd5uPI/AAAAAAAABvo/CAikofMGWQI4vVlHKowZrajATTmtbX7SQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/pexels-kira-schwarz-7243354.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jtkys6TMA7s/YMbsvNd5uPI/AAAAAAAABvo/CAikofMGWQI4vVlHKowZrajATTmtbX7SQCLcBGAsYHQ/w426-h640/pexels-kira-schwarz-7243354.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Photo by </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/@kira-schwarz?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">kira schwarz</a></span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> from </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/confident-barefooted-lady-resting-on-chair-in-studio-7243354/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">Pexels</a></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">This does not mean becoming less fashionable though. Let's see how people's fashion sense are coping with the stress of Covid-19. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Beautiful Face Masks</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">Who says we need to stick to plain medical-like face masks? We can be as imaginative as we can. Safety is still the main concern so make sure that your beautiful face masks gives you just that.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FqcArzhGORg/YMbtifr9GGI/AAAAAAAABvw/1WKp5BbZRMYHAliAellyCtaylkPI6U4wACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/pexels-michelle-leman-6774300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FqcArzhGORg/YMbtifr9GGI/AAAAAAAABvw/1WKp5BbZRMYHAliAellyCtaylkPI6U4wACLcBGAsYHQ/w426-h640/pexels-michelle-leman-6774300.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Photo by </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/@michelle-leman?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">Michelle Leman</a></span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> from </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/elegant-woman-with-flower-mask-6774300/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">Pexels</a></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Perfect Quarantine Shoes</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: courier;">How the Crocs became to go-to quarantine shoes is not very clear. Maybe because it's easy to wear. Even those who initially thought these shoes are ugly found themselves drawn to it. If you're feeling inspired to go high fashion, then you can consider the 10-inch Balenciaga version of this shoe design.</span></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aFz8oNsNr44/YMbwmo4sZdI/AAAAAAAABwA/gTvr849HVh88i_WGkfHROtNE-vW293K6gCLcBGAsYHQ/s702/crocs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="586" data-original-width="702" height="534" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aFz8oNsNr44/YMbwmo4sZdI/AAAAAAAABwA/gTvr849HVh88i_WGkfHROtNE-vW293K6gCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h534/crocs.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><a href="https://www.crocs.com/p/womens-crocs-classic-bae-clog/" target="_blank"><br /><span style="font-family: courier;">Image</span></a><p></p><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Comfortable Loungewear/Sleepwear</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier;">If you were told that you would be going to work in your sleepwear two years ago, you would have found that incredulous. Just one look at the zoom meetings happening now would show that it is actually happening. Some prefer to still go official by wearing corporate tops over a pair of shorts or pajamas. After all, what is usually seen are just the shirts and blouses worn.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HLQgvG3Svu8/YMb0fk1hkvI/AAAAAAAABwI/FgpEbviTFXwt5a1RBb4IlHcNEQ_HyGPLwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/pexels-cottonbro-4056466.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HLQgvG3Svu8/YMb0fk1hkvI/AAAAAAAABwI/FgpEbviTFXwt5a1RBb4IlHcNEQ_HyGPLwCLcBGAsYHQ/w426-h640/pexels-cottonbro-4056466.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Photo by </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/@cottonbro?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">cottonbro</a></span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> from </span><span style="background-color: #e8e8e8; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "segoe ui", roboto, oxygen, cantarell, "helvetica neue", ubuntu, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-relaxation-girl-relaxing-4056466/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-decoration-line: none;">Pexels</a></span><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Fashionable PPE</b></span></div><div><br /></div><div><ul class="vi798" style="-webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: horizontal; background-color: black; border: 0px; color: #262626; display: flex; flex-direction: row; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><li class="Ckrof" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: absolute; transform: translateX(0px); vertical-align: baseline;" tabindex="-1"><div class=" Igw0E IwRSH eGOV_ _4EzTm " style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; -webkit-box-pack: start; align-items: stretch; border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex: 0 0 auto; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; place-content: stretch flex-start; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline; width: 533px;"><div class="ZyFrc" role="button" style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; align-items: stretch; border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-shrink: 0; font: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: baseline;" tabindex="0"><div class="eLAPa RzuR0" style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; align-items: stretch; background-color: rgba(var(--bb2,239,239,239),1); border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; flex-direction: column; flex-shrink: 0; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline; width: 533px;"><div class="_9AhH0" style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; align-items: stretch; border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-shrink: 0; font: inherit; inset: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: absolute; vertical-align: baseline;"></div></div><div class="_6jUvg" style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; -webkit-box-pack: center; align-items: stretch; border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-shrink: 0; font: inherit; inset: 0px; justify-content: center; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; pointer-events: none; position: absolute; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Y9j-N coreSpriteFeedLikeBig" style="animation-duration: 1000ms; animation-name: like-heart-animation; animation-timing-function: ease-in-out; background-image: url("/static/bundles/es6/sprite_core_32f0a4f27407.png/32f0a4f27407.png"); background-position: 0px 0px; background-repeat: no-repeat; border: 0px; font: inherit; height: 128px; margin: 0px auto; opacity: 0; padding: 0px; pointer-events: none; transform: scale(0); vertical-align: baseline; width: 128px;"></span></div></div></div></li><li class="Ckrof" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: absolute; transform: translateX(533px); vertical-align: baseline;" tabindex="-1"><div class=" Igw0E IwRSH eGOV_ _4EzTm " style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; -webkit-box-pack: start; align-items: stretch; border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex: 0 0 auto; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; place-content: stretch flex-start; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline; width: 533px;"><div class="ZyFrc" role="button" style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; align-items: stretch; border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-shrink: 0; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: baseline;" tabindex="0"><div class="eLAPa RzuR0" style="-webkit-box-align: stretch; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; align-items: stretch; background-color: rgba(var(--bb2,239,239,239),1); border: 0px solid rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box; flex-direction: column; flex-shrink: 0; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline; width: 533px;"></div></div></div></li></ul><span style="font-family: courier;">This PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)was probably designed by famous designer Michael Cinco to uplift the spirits and morale of medical frontliners. Facing pain and death on a daily basis can really be hard. With such hardships, it is very easy to lose sight of the beauty in life. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: courier;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: courier;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-V69ww5QmIPE/YMb3e2Ijc4I/AAAAAAAABwQ/LnQOOQz4bdEL1jfOxJAb5422cI3fki6bgCLcBGAsYHQ/s598/michael%2Bcinco%2Bppe.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="598" data-original-width="531" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-V69ww5QmIPE/YMb3e2Ijc4I/AAAAAAAABwQ/LnQOOQz4bdEL1jfOxJAb5422cI3fki6bgCLcBGAsYHQ/w568-h640/michael%2Bcinco%2Bppe.png" width="568" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: courier;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/michael5inco/" target="_blank">Image</a></span></div><div><ul class="vi798" style="-webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: horizontal; background-color: black; border: 0px; color: #262626; 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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">With the enhanced community quarantine currently in full effect and the COVID-19 pandemic continually posing a threat to lives not only here in the Philippines but all over the world, many find themselves holed up at home trying to make the most of the current situation. Regardless of whether you find yourself falling into the virtual black holes that are Netflix and Tiktok or continue to do work within the confines of your home, if you’re privileged enough to even have the option to stay home, then there’s one other health issue you might want to pay attention to while you’re at it. With all the time you’re spending in front of your mobile phone, computer, or TV screen, it’s highly likely your eyes are not getting the care they need. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Even with the common knowledge that digital devices can impair vision, most people tend to ignore this fact and continue to overexpose their eyes to the harmful blue light that these devices emit. The health issues this can bring about include headaches, blurred vision, neck and shoulder pain, sleep disorders, dry eyes, and of course, the inevitable eye strain. And while there are quick fixes such as the 20-20-20 rule (that is, looking at something about 20 feet away from you for about 20 seconds for every 20 minutes of screen time) or adjusting your devices’ display settings, actual protection is still better than attempts at prevention. Because while our eyes have lutein, a naturally-occurring antioxidant that protects the eyes from harmful blue light, it depletes as we age and, just like any other body part, requires proper care for it to be able to keep serving its purpose. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">This is where eyewear comes in. With our day-to-day activities becoming more and more contingent on technology and devices, and our eyes, therefore, becoming more and more susceptible to damage, it’s important to invest in lenses that work extra hard to protect them. Think long term and opt for lenses that both filter out blue light and protect the lutein in your eyes. This way, you not only prevent eye strain, body pain, or headaches, but you also get to safeguard your eyes from more permanent damage such as cataract, mascular degeneration (i.e. the leading cause of severe, permanent loss of vision), or blindness. And while all of this may seem alarming, the good news is that this particular eye care solution is available exclusively at </span><strong style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Vision Express</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">, the country’s premier optical store. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">As we all unite to fight the pandemic, take care of who and what matters most— yourself included. And once you get the chance, get yourself blue light-filtering, lutein- protecting lenses that will help you do exactly that. For now, remember to stay vigilant, stay home, and above all, stay safe. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><em style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">For more details and eye care tips, check out <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://visionexpress.ph&source=gmail&ust=1587575263244000&usg=AFQjCNFKSUuAX3igRaeWdOn21qClg2u_Nw" href="http://visionexpress.ph/" rel="noreferrer" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">visionexpress.ph</a> and follow @VisionExpressPH on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/visionexpressph">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/visionexpressph/">Instagram</a>. </em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: small;"><strong>Sunglasses</strong> are your first line of defense against harsh rays from the sun. Some people use sunglasses with side shields to prevent the wind from harming their eyes. These are for activities like cycling or driving with your windows down.<br /><br /><strong>Reading glasses</strong> are generally for people approaching old age. But if you’re having difficulty reading at a normal distance even at a young age, you should have your eyes checked immediately.<br /><br /><strong>Computer glasses</strong> provide protection against “digital eye strain.” If the nature of your work requires you to be in front of a computer screen for 8-10 hours a day, or if you are used to playing long hours of online games, you need lenses that filter out high-energy blue light that can be harmful to your eyes.<br /><br /><strong>Sports glasses</strong> include safety glasses and goggles designed for ultimate impact, resistance, and durability. If you are into into extreme sports or action-packed adventures, sports glasses are considered essential.<br /><br /><strong>Fashion eyewear</strong> is a statement and personal branding in one. If you are the type of person who loves to impress, you have to have edgy frames that tell people who’s coming from a mile away. Nowadays, fashion eyewear can also serve as your signature look. But of course, you can mix it up according to your taste and fancy.<br /><br />When it comes to pairs that cater to your every eye need, you don’t have to spend a ridiculous amount. We recommend owning two eyeglasses with either the same function (to prevent overuse), or two pairs with different functions.</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: small;">Instead of looking at it as a luxury, consider it a form of practicality. <strong>Vision Express’ Buy One, Get One deal allows you to take home 2 pairs of eyewear for the price of one.</strong> Vision Express also provides the most advanced and the most comprehensive 7-Step Eye Exam administered by our in-store eye experts. This is to ensure that you’re getting the right eyewear custom-built according to your needs. You may choose from a list of international brands for both prescription eyewear and sunglasses.<br /><br />Next time you need a pair of glasses, be practical by adding another pair and go to Vision Express for all your optical needs. For more details, check out <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://visionexpress.ph&source=gmail&ust=1583467624576000&usg=AFQjCNFmA019UR7T_xH2X0BLbJ_CjN383Q" href="http://visionexpress.ph/" rel="noreferrer" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">visionexpress.ph</a>, and follow @VisionExpressPH on <a href="http://facebook.com/visionexpressph/?tn-str=k*F" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com/visionexpressph/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">There was a time when taking selfies was as basic as capturing one’s close-up image, often to highlight an appearance or a spectacular scenery in the background. While selfie shooters yearned to capture more elements in their frames, they were limited mostly by the technology of the front-facing cameras at that time.</span><div class="p0" style="line-height: 114%; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;">
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Voci Celesti: A Night to Remember ver 2.0 " is a fund-raising concert of the Saint John Bosco Parish and Center for Young Workers in Santa Rosa, Laguna featuring the Loboc Children's Choir with the Children & Youth Choir of our parish and Rev. Fr. Ting Miciano, SDB, on August 17, 2019 at 7pm in Enchanting Events Place of Enchanted Kingdom.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The Loboc Choir started way back in 1980. Ms. Alma Fernando-Taldo, a fifth grade English and Character Education teacher founded the Loboc Children’s Choir. What started simply as a way to grace the small town of Loboc, Bohol with melodies and festivities eventually became one of the country’s symbols of pride and joy in the world of music. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Numbering at around 30 gifted children, aged 9-15 years old, they have ventured into the music world to share with the public their unique talents and have since become one of the gems of the country.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Over the course of 39 years, they have competed and won several singing contests, both nationally and internationally, including the “national champion” award in the National Music Competitions for Young Artists (NAMCYA) in 1993, 1995, and 2001. Their renowned success led to them being called the “cultural treasure” of Bohol. Eventually, they had their first-ever international tour in Europe in 2006, and from its success, the choir released their cover album, “... And A Child’s Heart Sings.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Bound by their philosophy to inspire hearts and minds everywhere through music, they also take the time to visit people in homes for the aged, hospitals, orphanages, and prisons, aside from competitions and regular performances for tourists looking for tunes in Bohol.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Also performing are two local choirs of Saint John Bosco Parish. The first is the Pastol ng Bayan Children's Choir. This group was formed through their three principles of discipline, diligence, and determination, and has been singing every Sunday at the 10:30am mass. In addition to performing in church, they also participated in the “Holiday Cards” Christmas concert in Vista Mall Sta. Rosa, last December 2016. They won 1st Runner-Up in the “Voice of the Village Chorale Competition” in Filinvest City in the same month. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The other youth choir, the Bosconian Voices Chorale, was formed in 2013. The chorale currently sings during the 4:45pm Sunday mass. Composed of 15 talented individuals, they also recently had their mini concert last March 2015 entitled “Kapit Tinig sa Iisang Himig”, and they participated in the fund raising “Christmas Cantata” last December 2017.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Music knows no limitations. From various cultures, to geographical boundaries, music has touched the hearts and souls of countless people worldwide. Here in our home country, the Philippines, music remains as an essential aspect of our everyday lives. We sing and we dance for every occasion. The Loboc Children’s Choir will be performing various tunes made by our fellow countrymen, from our very own shores. They will sing a beautiful rendition arranged by Ed Mangulat of Florante’s “Handog”; “Ikaw ang Mahal Ko”, a wonderful love song arranged by T. Arevalo and I.C. Ongsiako, and is written by National Artist Levi Celerio; a version of the Filipino folk song titled “Katakataka” by Santiago Suarez and Redentor L. Romero; and a rendition from </span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">National Artist, Mr.Ryan Cayabyab, and co-arranged by Fr. Arnold Zamora, about loving and caring for the environment, “Take us to the land called Paraiso!”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">So come and have fun this coming August 17. Enjoy the good music and at the same time, participate in this fund-raising campaign of our parish. Hoping to see all there!!!</span>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-89304133264328044962019-07-05T12:57:00.001-07:002019-07-05T13:03:30.654-07:0013 Dance Groups Contend for Agilakas Gumalaw 2019 Dance Competition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">What started out as a meek dance contest providing a significant follow through on the onset of Agila The EKsperience in 2016, AGILAKAS GUMALAW DANCE COMPETITION now makes dynamic reception, waves, and recall in the dance community in the Philippines.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Bringing in their intricately-designed props and <a href="http://www.artfulchapter.com/2014/07/restyled-witch-costume.html">costumes</a>, 13 solid groups battled it out and proved that they all deserve of the title last Sunday (June 23). Guests were marveled at the grooves of each team firing up the dance floor with moves from hip hop, break dance, contemporary, tribal, up to punk. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Like the Philippine Eagle as a national symbol of Filipino’s undying grit, dance groups showed an all-out performance with smoothness and ease in their routines and exhibitions. Highlighting a patch of patriotism in the dance piece, groups have showcased their interpretation of an original Tats Faustino composition, “Pinoy Magaling Ka” at the end of every team’s performance. </span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><br /></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The 13 finalists were adjudged by the esteemed names in performing arts chamber headed by Neslyn Anne Janiola of A.X.I.S Dance Company. Personalities who also joined on the judging panel were Keisha Almoroto of Sexbomb NewGen, Carlos Serrano III of A.X.I.S and TPM, and XB Gensan member Gon Gungon. Enchanted Kingdom Chief Operating Officer, Mrs. Cynthia R. Mamon also seated on the panel.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Proving they’re worthy of last year’s tilt, J-Crisis showed an astounding performance that left the crowd in awe and screamed for more with their death-defying stunts. A <a href="http://www.artfulchapter.com/2017/11/music-spotlight-mic-drop-steve-aoki.html">special performance</a> from A.X.I.S Dance Company brought the house down with their hip-smashing and all-style groove. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Oozed out in fascinating costume allied with astonishing acts, sky-high jumps and winding flips and spins, Elites of God reigned supreme and hailed as this year’s champion. The 20-piece, Muntinlupa City-based dance squad took home a trophy, and P25,000 cash. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">L-R, clockwise- Ties of History: Art in Southeast Asia featured artists— Amanda Heng (Singapore), Roberto Feleo (Philippines), Anusapati (Indonesia), Do Hoang Tuong (Vietnam), Chris Chong Chan Fui (Malaysia), Yasmin Jaidin (Brunei), Min Thein Sung (Myanmar), Vuth Lyno (Cambodia), Jedsada Tangtrakulwong (Thailand), Savanhdary Vongpoothorn (Laos)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Exhibition: <span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Ties of History: Art in Southeast Asia</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Venue: <span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Metropolitan Museum of Manila </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Dates: <span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>August 8 to October 6, 2018</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"> August 8 at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"> August 9 at the <a href="http://teresayandco.tumblr.com/post/171560977144/back-to-basics-a-drawing-and-art-appreciation">Yuchengco Museum</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>MANILA, PHILIPPINES </b>- As the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) concludes the commemoration of its 50th anniversary, the Philippines marks the historic occasion by hosting a contemporary art exhibition featuring ten artists who will represent each ASEAN member state. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The exhibit titled Ties of History: Art in Southeast Asia is curated by noted art historian, scholar, and curator Patrick D. Flores. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">It will be held simultaneously in three major art institutions in the Philippines: the Metropolitan Museum of Manila (MET Manila), the University of the Philippines Vargas Museum, and the Yuchengco Museum. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The exhibition’s artists from the region will gather in Manila to open the exhibition on August 8 (MET Manila), 9 (Yuchengco Museum), and 10 (Vargas Museum) with a series of programs for each venue. The opening reception of each venue starts at 5pm. The exhibition will be on view from August 10 to October 6, 2018.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The project is presented by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) through the Dalubhasaan Para sa Edukasyon sa Sining at Kultura (DESK) with the support of the Office of Senator Loren Legarda.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">“Ties of history” is a phrase taken from a document signed by ASEAN’s founding members on August 8, 1967. The document describes “a region already bound together by ties of history and culture.” A region that is “conscious that in an increasingly interdependent world, the cherished ideals of peace, freedom, social justice, and economic well-being are best attained by fostering good understanding, good neighbourliness and meaningful cooperation among the countries of the region.” The document gave birth to the regional organization, which taken as a collective is the world’s 5th largest economy.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Ties of History: Art in Southeast Asia is a survey of contemporary art, on the one hand. On the other, it is a diligent study of a particular practice. The project selects three works of each artist from the ASEAN countries to be exhibited in three institutions. This enables the exhibition to present a more in-depth look into the interests of the artist and allows the audience from different parts of the city to view the exhibition. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">As Flores, who was recently appointed as Artistic Director of Singapore Biennale 2019, explains, “this undertaking…draws attention to the thoughtful and sensitive process of artistic transformation and maturity and tries to avoid the tendency of survey exhibitions to merely select the most popular or the most accessible.” </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">“It also reminds us that artistic practice is not fully formed but rather gleaned in the condition of constant forming. It is this constant forming that the project endeavors to curate,” he adds. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">NCCA Chairman Virgilio S. Almario agrees that “[t]here is much to gain in gathering the talents of the region in order to view not only their works but to also reflect on the realities each of them respond to.” He further emphasizes that “it is a proud moment that the Philippines initiates this celebration of ASEAN artists.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Almario also remarks on the importance of the ASEAN in the current climate. For him, “[the] ASEAN is a unique regional organization because it aims to be known to the world as one community despite its diversity in religion, race and culture. In a world troubled by differences in belief, finding peace may be meditated through art that lets us see the threads that string us together.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Senator Loren Legarda, one of the Philippines leading cultural advocates, expresses her pride with the recent developments in Philippine contemporary art: “Support for Philippine contemporary art is at its peak with our participation at the Venice Biennale for four consecutive years after a 51-year absence, with Dr. Flores as the first curator since our re-entry. This collaborative endeavor further puts the country at the center of contemporary art globally, not just in Asia. I invite our ASEAN neighbors to continue this art project annually or in the form of a biennial in the same manner by which we host political and economic affairs in ASEAN.” </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Ties of History: Art in Southeast Asia aims to identify artists from across generations who have demonstrated both responsiveness and range in relation to the concerns of aesthetic material and socio-historical contexts. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">A contemporary artist based in Singapore known for her collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to art, <b>Amanda Heng</b> (b. 1951) explores social issues in the context of Singapore’s inter-cultural social milieu.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Roberto Feleo</b> (b. 1954) is a seminal Philippine artist whose works are sharp sociohistorical commentaries on Philippine myth and history and creative investigations into local materials and techniques.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Known for his practice that includes the use of natural materials and traditional tools used in Indonesian craft, <b>Anusapati</b> (b. 1957) has inspired a younger generation of artists disposed to respond to craft, modernism, and the environment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Do Hoang Tuong </b>(b. 1960) of Vietnam belongs to an influential generation of abstract painters in the South of Vietnam in the 1990s. From an academic perspective and within the narrative space of his paintings, he expresses the desire of a founding condition of a new subjectivity.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Savanhdary Vongpoothorn</b> (b. 1971) was born in Laos and came to Australia in 1979. Her practice implicates Lao cultural references interwoven with Australian and other cultural mediations in a productive space of resettlement.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Working with photography and the moving image, <b>Chris Chong Chan Fui</b> (b. 1972) from Malaysia questions and redirects how humans work within such intersecting fields as economics and ecology.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Jedsada Tangtrakulwong</b> (b. 1972) lives and works in Thailand. His practice is informed by Thai cultural sign systems and reflects on the delicacy of daily existence.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Min Thein Sung</b> (b. 1978), born and based in Myanmar, works with and on motifs, media, and processes inspired by the everyday and his childhood. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Artist and curator <b>Vuth Lyno</b> (b. 1982) from Cambodia is the Co-founding Artistic Director of Sa Sa Art Projects, an artist-run space initiated by the Stiev Selapak collective in Phnom Penh. His artistic and curatorial practice is primarily participatory in nature, exploring collective learning and experimentation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Working with organic materials, <b>Yasmin Jaidin </b>(b. 1987), a contemporary artist from Brunei, interrogates how these elements are often overlooked in the context of contemporary life. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">A network of practitioners in contemporary art in the region was consulted in the selection of artists for the exhibition. These advisors include Ahmad Mashadi, Head of the National University of Singapore Museum; Khim Ong, Deputy Director, Curatorial Programmes at Nanyang Technological University Centre for Contemporary Art Singapore (NTU CCA Singapore); Loredana Pazzini-Paracciani, independent curator, writer, and lecturer of Southeast Asian contemporary art; and independent curator and scholar Grace Samboh.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The public is invited to join an artist talk and roundtable discussion with the advisors from the region as they discuss contemporary art in Southeast Asia on August 11 at the MET Museum of Manila. There will also be a public and education program to feature talks and lectures by scholars of and practitioners in the region in the duration of the exhibition’s run. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">For details relating to the exhibition’s education programs, please check our social media pages @tiesofhistory or email us at <a href="mailto:info@tiesofhistory.org">info@tiesofhistory.org</a> to be added to our mailing list. </span>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-13747870185004672242018-07-10T03:57:00.000-07:002018-07-10T04:13:50.864-07:00Get bonus points for free flights with Cebu Pacific GetGo Credit cards<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-8856239120082727442018-05-31T12:58:00.000-07:002018-07-22T13:01:40.059-07:00Santacruzan and Flores De Mayo: The Difference<br />
<span style="font-family: courier new, courier, monospace;">There is a tendency to use Santacruzan and Flores De Mayo interchangeably when talking about traditional May festivities. Although both have religious significance with a procession of ladies parading in long gowns, the similarity ends there. I just learned the difference this year when I got the chance to participate in both.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: courier new, courier, monospace;">The Santacruzan is a procession honoring the finding of the True Cross by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helena_(empress)">Helena of Constantinople</a> (more popularly known as Reyna Elena in local use) and Constantine the Great. The procession traditionally includes biblical characters to emphasize its religious origins although modern depictions tend to highlight the "queens" with their consorts. Santacruzan is actually only one of the events held during the month long celebration of Flores de Mayo during the month of May.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: courier new, courier, monospace;">Flores de Mayo is one of the May devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary. This procession serves a culmination of a month long prayer and flower offerings to Mother Mary usually held in churches and chapels. In an effort to put emphasis on the real meaning of the procession, our parish decided to use the many titles attributed to Mary to be represented by the ladies. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">While there might be differences in the way these two May processions are conducted, these are traditions worth keeping. Like many youth of today, I wouldn't have known about this if not for the efforts of dedicated adults to involve us. </span><br />
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<br />Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-32122002212147849352018-03-31T00:05:00.000-07:002018-04-27T00:25:57.761-07:00My Sony α5100 E-mount Camera with APS-C Sensor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The long wait is over. Last Christmas, I got my most wished for gift - my own DSLR camera. This is my Sony α5100 E-mount Camera with APS-C Sensor and I expect to improve a lot in taking photos with it as my dependable tool.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">These are the camera specifications and features of the <a href="http://www.sony.com.ph/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-5100-body-kit">Sony α5100 E-mount Camera with APS-C Sensor</a>:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Teens are not known to be fond of wearing formal wear. Many say it's uncomfortable, restrictive, or just plain fussy. Apparently, teens have found a way around this. Just look at how my friends did it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">While my good friend Athena (named after the a Greek Goddess)who recently celebrated her 13th birthday, was willing to go all out with the formal wear and accessories, she opted to wear gold sneakers with her dress. I can surely understand why. After all she has so many things to do as star of the night. As you can see, she carried herself so gracefully and elegantly even in sneakers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">A lot of girls during the event had the same idea by coming in formal clothes paired with sneakers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I simply have to say this, the celebrant's mother, Tita Tonee's outfit is very classy, made sporty by the gold elevated sneakers she is wearing. So clearly, fashion is not the monopoly of teens.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Although all of us enjoy the joke within the family, I have been trying to find a fitting gift for him to address this concern. My father does not pay too much attention to his physical appearance especially if it would mean taking precious time from us and his work. But I know that if given the choice, he would like to find a simple solution to stop hair loss.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">It seems that I've found NOVUHAIR just in time for its holiday promo. For its Christmas and Year-End Promo, you can get an extra NOVUHAIR Herbal Shampoo 200 ml. worth P1,040 for FREE if you buy a NOVUHAIR 3-in-1 pack at participating WATSONS stores nationwide (DOH-FDA CCRR Permit No.: 967 s. 2017).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Opt for the best with this Christmas and Year-End promo. Whether it’s a luxury gift for your loved ones, or a self-indulgent treat for you, NOVUHAIR has the perfect gift to inspire and keep you party-ready this Holiday season, while providing you with the ultimate styling result.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">For inquiries, please call 413-6570 or 0922-8830575. You may also visit Novuhair’s Facebook page – Novuhair Official.</span>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-85632507755140814332017-12-11T18:19:00.000-08:002017-12-11T18:33:41.110-08:00Win P100,000 By Creating an Ever Bilena Makeup Video<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">At my age, I don't wear makeup often. That should explain my non-expertise in this subject. If you see me outside, chances are you'd see me in my natural self.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The last time I had full makeup on for was a graduation picture. Up to this time, I still could not get over seeing an altered me. If given the choice, I want my graduation pictures showing an enhanced me instead of an altered one. Just me, prettier than usual... ha ha. I know you get the idea. I would like to be able to see how I actually looked at certain stages in my life many years from now.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">So I vowed to myself, I will be ready next time. As expected, my main go-to reference is the internet for some tips I can use in my future pictorials. I've always found it enjoyable to watch video tutorials for crafts and diy projects. Lately, I started to become interested in makeup tutorials. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">That is why I would like to share Ever Bilena's "The Big Beauty Challenge".</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Explore your creative side, step into the new wave of glam by creating your own makeup tutorial video and get a chance to win P100,000 in this year’s “Ever Bilena’s Big Beauty Challenge”.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Now on its second year, Ever Bilena encourages vloggers, aspiring and professional makeup artists residing in the Philippines to produce a makeup video using Ever Bilena products and following the specified weekly theme. The video must run from one to three minutes and must show participants applying makeup on themselves. No models allowed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The weekly theme will be posted every Friday on the Ever Bilena Cosmetics Facebook page. Participants have seven days to create their videos. All entries must be uploaded by Thursday 11:59 PM on the participant’s Facebook page with the hashtags <b>#EBBigBeautyChallengeYear2 </b>and <b>#everbilena</b>. Participants can submit as many videos as they wish. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">One winner will be chosen every week and will receive P15,000 cash. All weekly winners will compete in the grand finals. The contest will run from December 15 until February 22, 2018. This year’s Big Beauty Challenge winner will receive P70, 000 cash and P30, 000 worth of <a href="http://www.artfulchapter.com/2017/06/buy-more-and-win-big-with-ever-bilena.html">Ever Bilena</a> Products.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Criteria for judging are: Ever Bilena products used in the video, 20%; creativity, 40%; makeup executions and skills, 20%; and most number of views and shares, 20%.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">released their music video MIC Drop remixed by American musician Steven Hiroyuki "Steve" Aoki. It is now trending in you tube and I just taught I'd share it to all of you. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">This is my natural everyday look. Truth be told, I'm not very adventurous when it comes to hair style. That doesn't stop me from trying different looks though. So read on and find out how to achieve different looks without resorting to drastic hair change.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">What I found certainly had more options than just getting some bangs. I saw <a href="http://www.divatress.com/lace-front-wigs.html">lace front wigs</a> of every length, color, and style. What's so exciting about it is that they all have such a beautiful and natural look that it would be hard to guess that they are actually wigs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">My imagination ran wild with the possibilities. Imagine having the freedom to try the gray and pink wig with soft curls above then change into this short option in a wink of an eye. All these without having to expose my hair to possible damage due to color and perm treatment. There appears to be a style to fit every occasion.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">After achieving different looks depending on the occasion, I can quietly go back to the real me. While I love myself as is, what girl can resist the opportunity to experiment without unnecessary consequences? After all, this is the only way of knowing which hairstyles fit us.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i><b>foodpanda interviews one of its top-photographers to guarantee glamorous food snaps</b></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Nowadays, everyone loves taking pictures of their food, whether it’s fiddling with filters to enhance images, or using special lenses for professional results - before actually digging in and enjoying a meal. But according to foodpanda, there are several even simpler tips to ensure masterful food photos without having to buy professional gadgets!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">It’s pretty difficult to pinpoint ‘the most important’ aspect to consider when taking photos of food, because a good photo depends on many factors, from lighting and technique to having an aesthetic eye, and of course the food itself. However, one of the most important things to consider is authenticity and to stay true to your individual style. Once you have your own style, you should stick to it, as it will serve as an expression of your personality.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Do you need a professional camera to achieve the above or can you take cool pictures with a smartphone?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">You can certainly achieve all of this with your smartphone! Having a professional camera has great benefits, but you are definitely not limited with a <a href="http://www.artfulchapter.com/2017/05/smart-tips-for-better-smartphone-photography.html">smartphone</a>. If you know what factors to consider when taking pictures, you are guaranteed professional-looking images. You can also always edit pictures with the help of white balance settings or playing with one of the countless photography apps.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Do ingredients play a role in pictures?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">That’s a pretty good question, because it doesn’t cross most people’s minds, but the contents of the dish do play a role in photos. There are many dishes that don’t photograph well, so you need to consider adding fresh ingredients that would enhance the picture. The next time you order food that is not photogenic, consider using fresh ingredients with great colours available in your kitchen. Feel free to arrange them nicely and test the angle.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Should you use raw ingredients around the dish in photos. What is the benefit?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Raw ingredients make for great extra props, especially with foods that don’t photograph well. As mentioned, the addition of raw ingredients make the photo look fresh, while bright colours would make your photos pop. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>If a dish looks crowded, will the picture be less appealing?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Yes, simplicity is key. The plate should be nicely arranged and not in an overwhelming way. To help you envision what that means, think about how you can keep the outer white space of the plate clear. I would suggest to just use a small portion of your meal to take the photo, and then later on enjoy it in its entirety!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">What about including hands in the photo? Is that a no-go?</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Adding a human element to your pictures actually makes for a good picture, as it shows viewers that you are taking the picture from your own point of view and creates a sense of presence. You could take a picture holding cutlery, or you could simply lay your hand on the side. Holding ingredients in hand (rosemary, cranberry etc.) is a great idea. Just test the angles and you’re sure to take a perfect shot!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>What are the best angles to use when taking food pictures?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Angles are the visual language connecting you and your audience, and my two favorites are the top angle and the front angle. Of course, there a lot of different angles that work, but these are my personal favorite when taking food pictures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>And is there any necessity for professional gadgets? </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">If you’re not a professional photographer, it’s not necessary to invest in technical additions. Improvisation couldn’t be easier! Here are some super helpful tips: </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Decorate - use a wooden board to place your food, white baking paper or paper bag as a background, even spread some baking powder around for that extra effect!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Use a napkin to take out excess oil from some dishes - oily dishes don’t photograph well and it will taste just the same.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Put your food close to a window. Natural lightning is key to having the best pictures.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Don’t have a selfie stick to take pictures from a high angle? Stand on a chair! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Use styrofoam as a substitute for reflectors, they work wonders!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Set the focus point correctly on the main dish - simply click on the screen of your mobile phone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>Any obvious tips? Golden rules?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">It might seem obvious, but it needs to be said that you should always keep the plate clean, especially when shooting close-ups. If there are smudges or imperfections, it would make the food look unappealing. Another tip would be to set up your perfect shot before your meal arrives -- food comes last in the composition process. Lastly, arrangement is a golden rule, as it is the key to a successful picture. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Food photography ultimately amounts to your interaction with your meal. Specific arrangements, differing camera angles, the use of natural lighting, and the human element are just some of the things to consider. This process takes time and postpones the moment of eventually taking that very first bite of a delicious meal. But the anticipation makes this experience all the greater, so take out your camera and enjoy snapping some cool shots using the above tips. Just don’t let that meal get too cold!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Through the <a href="http://www.ambosmundosfamilyfoodblog.com/2017/08/s-pizza-is-now-listed-in-foodpanda.html">foodpanda</a> website or via the new iOS and Android apps, customers can enter their area and view a curated list of restaurants serving their neighborhood. Once they have found their meal of choice, they can place an order in the comfort of their home or office, paying online through foodpanda’s secure platform. The order is then carefully prepared by the restaurant, picked up by the foodpanda rider and delivered straight to their doorstep.</span>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-76661372459634048132017-09-10T18:56:00.000-07:002017-10-06T11:31:35.759-07:00Kids win the fashion game at Robinsons Department Store’s Kids and Baby Fair<br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><a href="http://www.just-passing-thru.com/2015/11/buy-more-fly-more-with-p-and-g-robinsons-supermarket-and-cebu-pacific.html#.WdWVQ2iCyM8">Robinsons</a> Department Store marks the start of the festive season, bringing fun and excitement for little ones as its launches this September the annual Kids and Baby Fair. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Moms can get up to P100 off when they shop for their precious ones with a minimum, single-receipt purchase of P3,000 from the Children’s & Infants’ Departments on all weekends of the month. They can also get twice the rewards points on all Fridays of September, from 10am to 2pm, whenever they use your Robinsons Rewards Card.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">From pastel casual wear that are bright and happy for playtime, to dainty skirts and polos for dressier occasions, clothes come in a magical assortment of colors and designs to choose from. They also sport fun prints for girls like flowers, butterflies and rainbows while boys, on the other hand, get to explore his adventurous side with prints of dinosaurs and monsters.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Your tween wonders can start their style game early with cool separates that are perfect for mixing and matching for the girls, while preppy polo shirts, blazers, shorts and jeans are perfect for the boys.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Take your kids out shopping this whole month of September, and make their style dreams come true, only where there is surely more to love--Robinsons Department Store. For more information, and to get updated on the latest promos, like <a href="http://www.just-passing-thru.com/2016/07/robinsons-supermarket-freshtival-2016.html">Robinsons</a> Department Store on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/robinsonsdepartmentstore/" rel="">Facebook</a> and follow them on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/robinsonsdepartmentstore/">Instagram</a>. </span>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5540768425191251079.post-26855293579216475132017-07-10T02:53:00.000-07:002017-07-10T02:53:25.042-07:00Why I Decided to Cut My Hair<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I have always wanted my hair long. In fact, I cannot imagine myself sporting short hair. This is why it took one important milestone in my life to have my hair cut by about 10 inches.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Welcome to Junior High</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The milestone I am talking about is my first year in junior high. I wanted a new beginning in every sense of the word. So goodbye to very long hair and hello to mid length hair when we headed off to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinebarbara/">Justine Barbara Salon</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Taking Care of Myself</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">My mother and I had a heart-to-heart talk right after the grade school graduation. She reminded me that I had to learn to do more things on my own now. This of course includes managing my hair which was admittedly very hard when it was very long. It was one of the reasons why I usually find myself beating the bell on school days.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Why Am I Teary-Eyed?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">For the past years, it has always been the usual 1-2 inch trim just to keep the ends healthy. This time, the 10 inch cut made me teary-eyed. It didn't help that that hairdresser assistant kept on saying how "sayang" it was to cut my hair. I almost changed my mind but I'm glad I stayed put.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>New Hair Cut For Me</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I love my<b style="font-size: x-large;"> </b>new hair cut because it is a good compromise. Just right to make it manageable but easy enough to let it grow again if I decide that I really want extraordinarily long hair. By that time, I expect to be able to manage it wonderfully with the help of the right hair products and lots of common sense.</span>Ada Martinezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08196581107136983888noreply@blogger.com4