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Former President Cory dies of colon cancer

"My profound sympathy to the family ,we will always remember you Mrs. Cory, Your huge contributions you've impart to all filifinos will always be in our hearts forever and may your legacy would be a inspiration for the future leaders.'

Herewith the related article taken from abs-cbn online

MANILA - Former President Corazon Cojuangco Aquino passed away Saturday morning after battling colon cancer for more than a year. She was 76. "Our mother peacefully passed away at 3:18 a.m. August 1, 2009 of cardio respiratory arrest. She would have wanted us to thank each and every one of you for all the prayers and your continued love and support. It was her wish for all of us to pray for one another and our country. Hinihiling po ng aming pamilya ang konting panahon para makasama namin ang aming mahal na ina," a statement from the Aquino family read. Details of the former president's wake will be announced later, the family said. Once a reluctant housewife, Aquino was known as an icon of Philippine democracy after the EDSA 'People Power' revolution removed the Marcos dictatorship and restored democracy in the Southeast Asian archipelago in 1986. Aquino served as the nation's president until 1992 when she gave way to her successor, President Fidel Ramos. Even in retirement, she remained in the public eye and continued to speak out on political issues.In March 2008 her family announced that Aquino had colon cancer. Various healing masses had been held in different parts of the country after she was confined at the Makati Medical Center starting June 25. Thousands attended the masses praying that one of of the world's democracy icons would recover. Prayers and get-well messages were also posted on her website, coryaquino.ph. Last Monday, the Aquino family said Mrs. Aquino's condition had turned to "guarded" due to her fluctuating blood pressure. On the same day, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo started her State of the Nation Address by leading a moment of silence for her predecessor.Her son, Senator Benigno 'Noynoy' Aquino III, confirmed that the former leader's cancer had already spread to her liver."Her weakened condition does not allow chemotherapy. We have reached the point where you're not sure if the intervention will help or worsen the condition," he told reporters.Last week, her supporters tied yellow ribbons along Times St. and Examiner St. in Quezon City near Mrs. Aquino's residence, and also outside the Makati Medical Center, symbolizing hope and prayers for her recovery and as a show of support for Philippine democracy.

People power

Aquino was propelled to the Philippines presidency in the 'People Power' revolution in 1986.For three days in February of that year, the world watched as the woman in a bright yellow dress led millions in a peaceful uprising that toppled dictator Ferdinand Marcos, who had ruled with an iron fist for two decades.During the next six years, Aquino -- a devout Roman Catholic – led the restoration of democracy and changed the country's Constitution.But her presidency was marred by at least six failed military coups, political squabbling, insurgent attacks and her failure to change a political system dominated by elite family clans.Time magazine in 2006 named Aquino one of Asia's heroes, praising her "quiet courage" and describing her as "the symbol of People Power and an inspiration to others around the world struggling against tyranny."On June 25, Aquino was brought to the Makati Medical Center due to loss of appetite. She reportedly refused further medical treatment. Family members were by her side and the country prayed for her recovery.Privilege and wealthBorn into the Cojuangco clan in the northern province of Tarlac on January 25, 1933, Aquino was a product of privilege, power and wealth.Educated in the United States and Manila, she entertained no political ambitions -- but all that changed when she met and married Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr., a bright young journalist from another prominent Tarlac clan, in 1954.Ninoy was seen by many to be a president in the making, but for Marcos, the then-senator was a threat. In September 1972, Marcos declared martial law and jailed hundreds of his opponents and critics, including Ninoy.Corazon Aquino helped keep the opposition alive, speaking out on behalf of her husband and demanding change.Aquino assassination In 1983, against the advice of friends, Ninoy flew back to the Philippines from exile in Boston to seek an audience with the ailing Marcos. But before he could even get off the plane, he was gunned down by assassins.His grief-stricken widow flew back to the Philippines, where she was quickly thrust into the role of uniting the opposition."I don't seek vengeance, only justice, not only for Ninoy but for the suffering Filipino people," Aquino declared as she reluctantly accepted the nomination of her peers.Marcos won the 1986 elections, which were marred by massive irregularities.The Aquino-led opposition, backed by the Catholic church, soon rallied about one million people on the street -- "People Power" was born, Marcos was quickly ousted and Aquino took the presidential oath of office.She quickly set up a commission to draft a new constitution, dismantled the network of Marcos cronies that controlled the economy and freed scores of political activists.Aquino also began talks with communist and Muslim insurgents, but her efforts would soon be undermined by problems within the coalition government she built. She later survived a series of bloody coup attempts.

Citizen

Cory In retirement, Aquino remained in the public eye, often speaking out against alleged abuses in government.Seventeen years after she stepped down from office, Aquino continued to enjoy the trust of the majority of Filipinos. A February 2009 survey of Social Weather Stations showed 3 out of every 5 adult Filipinos have much trust in the former president. She enjoyed a net trust rating of +38.She also became a vocal critic of current President Arroyo, whose family has been accused of massive corruption, and joined street protests against her until she was diagnosed with colon cancer in March of last year.In the 1990s, Aquino said the presidency had taught her a valuable lessons in governance."I realized that I could have made things easier for myself if I had done the popular things, rather than the painful but better ones in the long run. After all, in the long run, I wouldn't be around to be blamed," she said.As "Citizen Cory," she was active in non-government organizations promoting democracy, peace, and woman empowerment, and in recent years, micro-enterprise.Until her last years as a private citizen, she remained a strong political influence and moral force, opposing moves toward charter change, which many fear will lead to a term extension for President Arroyo. But on March 24, 2008, Mrs. Aquino faced another tough battle. Her children, Noynoy and Kris, announced that the former president had been diagnosed with colon cancer.Aquino underwent chemotherapy, and in public remarks made in May 2008, she said she had been responding positively to treatment.But on Saturday, she lost, perhaps, her toughest battle.

Reports from AFP; Lynda Jumilla, ABS-CBN News

Japan Mall Fountain

Hi guys the video that i would like to share was sent to me by email, if you watch closely to the fountain you will find theres something on it that amaze you!! never in my life have seen this kind of technology that only japan can offer.

Yours Truly

Jeffry

The following pics are of the same place but taken under different seasons!!

Lessons of Life

There was a man who had four sons. He wanted his sons to learn not to judge things too quickly. So he sent them each on a quest, in turn, to go and look at a pear tree that was a great distance away.The first son went in the winter, the second in the spring, the third in summer, and the youngest son in the fall.When they had all gone and come back, he called them together to describe what they had seen.

The first son said that the tree was ugly, bent, and twisted. The second son said no it was covered with green buds and full of promise.The third son disagreed; he said it was laden with blossoms that smelled so sweet and looked so beautiful, it was the most graceful thing he had ever seen.The last son disagreed with all of them; he said it was ripe and drooping with fruit, full of life and fulfillment.

The man then explained to his sons that they were all right, because they had each seen but only one season in the tree's life.He told them that you cannot judge a tree, or a person, by only one season, and that the essence of who they are and the pleasure, joy, and love that come
from that life can only be measured at the end, when all the seasons are up.If you give up when it's winter, you will miss the promise of your spring, the beauty of your summer, fulfillment of your fall.

Moral Lesson:Don't let the pain of one season destroy the joy of all the rest.
Don't judge life by one difficult season.
Persevere through the difficult patches and better times are sure to come some time or later.

Source: Unknown (Circulated through emails )

No Small and Big items for thieves

Good morning everyone! Today early morning upon reading online news another offbeat articles I've read catches my day. hereunder the story i would like to share.

Dubai porter gets prison term for stealing toothpaste from bag


Dubai: An airport porter has been jailed for three months after he was caught stealing toothpaste which he took from luggage that had been forgotten by passengers.
The 38-year-old Indian porter pleaded guilty of the theft at an earlier hearing at the Dubai Court of First Instance.
Announcing Wednesday's sentence, Presiding Judge Fahmi Mounir said the accused, S.K., will be deported after serving his jail term.
The primary verdict is still subject to appeal within 15 days.
The accused admitted stealing toothpaste after an Emirati police first corporal caught him hiding it in his underwear.
Records cited the Emirati testifying that when he searched S.K. at the airport he found the toothpaste hidden inside his underwear. Other stolen passengers' belongings were found in his possession as well.

The Public Prosecution charged S.K., who works for a security group at Dubai International Airport, with stealing the toothpaste, a camera handle, two SIM cards and a mobile phone.
He pleaded guilty and requested clemency from Presiding Judge Mounir, saying: "I am guilty. I stole those items."

Source: Gulfnews: By Bassam Za'za', Senior ReporterPublished: July 15, 2009, 22:41

Charice was set to sing with Jackson

MANILA - Following the death of Michael Jackson, the Philippines' teen singing sensation Charice has revealed a secret: she was supposed to guest in the King of Pop’s comeback tour this July. “Nakita ko nalang kanina, ‘Jackson patay na’. So parang, ‘sinong Jackson?’ [Then] nakita ko siya yung nagsasayaw, nanghina ako,” said Charice. “Kasi si Michael Jackson po, kahit na hindi ko siya na-meet, napili po niya ako.”She said she was supposed to join Jackson next week in rehearsals for his comeback world tour.Charice recalled she was attending a private party of Warner Brothers when Jackson’s lawyer approached her and told her that Jackson had picked her as special guest for his last concert.“Nagpakilala siya ‘I’m the lawyer of Michael Jackson’… Sabi niya, Michael Jackson chose you to be his special guest in his world tour, napatigil po ako,” she said.Jackson’s lawyer reportedly said that “The King” had watched her during her guestings on Oprah.Jackson picked Charice after watching a YouTube footage of her singing “Billie Jean” while doing the “moonwalk”. “Right away, sabi niya, ‘I want this kid!’” said Charice.Jackson was reportedly planning to do a Billie Jean duet with Charice while they do a dance showdown.“Doon ko po na-feel na mabait po siya,” said the singer. “Kasi naguumpisa pa lang ako, siya legendary singer na po siya.”Charice said she is still thankful for Jackson’s gesture.She added that she will pay tribute to the King of Pop in her first solo concert to be held on Saturday.

Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com 06/27/2009 12:33 AM

Michael Jackson will be remember forever "The Legend legacy will never dies"

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1958-2009

Filipinos will always remember Michael Jackson.....

Early morning of Friday 26th of June at my office around 7:30 am UAE time, when i opened my PC to start work, as my daily routine before starting my day i never missed reading current news and events online, in my surprise one article captured my attention about Michael Jackson in front pages of Y news that he passed away in L.A hospital due to cardiac arrest , i was in shock, for a moment i was skeptical if the articles telling the truth,indeed i have to read it carefully and sort out the details , then it was precisely stated he was really died , i took sigh and posed for a while holding my breath while in a minute of silence as i had sudden heartfelt of profound sadness and distress, and i ask questioned myself why? Michael is in his 50 just consumed 50 percent of his life span and remaining 50 percent can contribute more to others, hes young indeed. I was trying to calculate a question in my mind, its such a logical explanation to think that life is unfair but its a reality to face that life ends suddenly without warning, as we should prepare ourselves often for our disappearance, we have to put ourselves closer to god so that we are ready to face deaths,this things reminds me before i broke my silence of grief to Michael before i got back to my work seriously and i was quite reluctant to admit that he is gone...to the fact that he formed his life as legend in music industry,he is truly undisputed, a great total performer in our times today , its unbelievable that we no longer see and heard him.

Trying to find all the links of articles, such as opening various sites locally and international news feed , he is visibly on the front pages stated Michael Jackson was rest in peace yesterday... the world was in shocked and in griefs about surfaced news, and everybody were mourning .. i myself is greatly affected, that even I'm not crazy fan of him but his popularity invaded my interest to listen and dance his beat. For the past years Michael Jackson was in roller coater rides of trouble, scandals and controversies that Drew's negative feedback to his reputation but despite on that Michael songs remained immortal to his patrons , shall i say his life trouble has nothing to do with his talents and performances, people forget all of those things while he is onstage... its Michael Jackson effect to me, and i will miss him forever , i knew everybody are saddened that he is gone but his music will live in our hearts forever..

Farrah Fawcett with the real Angels

Photo source: Yahoo images

Subsequent to Micheal Jackson death yesterday , Farrah Fawcett was in the front page .pronounced dead in the hospital while in the battle of anal cancer , being an items of my blog Farrah is new to me i just learned her story through online news ,but when i read her life story, its manifestation of courage and faith thereby i have searched her in YouTube and google and the rest inspired me to follow the updates of her health condition , it easy for me to realized what Farrah going through as i had family member have had the same ordeals and gone after long battle , what makes her story affects me because Farrah allowed to shared her life through documentary to inspired other people just like any normal being popular or not have a great purpose in life as we live in this planet would encourages us not to be hopeless no matter what challenges we been through god is always there for us hence every breath we take is celebration of life.

Both are popular and influential person but they shared the same thing they touch and inspired people lives..


Photo source: yahoo images

The emotional television documentary "Farrah's Story," which aired in May on NBC, gave viewers an intimate look at Fawcett’s hard-fought battle with cancer. Shot with her own home-video camera, the special chronicled the actress’s medical treatments both in the U.S. and abroad and served as a poignant video diary, through which Fawcett shared her thoughts, feelings, and fears.NBC - Thursday, June, 25, 2009, 5:25 PM