Ryan Cayabyab’s life journey to music
(Part 1 of 2 ) “THE alphabet of grace is full of sibilants (hissing) —sounds that can’t be shouted but only whispered: the sounds of bumblebees and wind and lovers…
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New York, my favorite city
New York is full of fragmented people — from those who talk to themselves and move jerkily, to those whose faces are set in hostility or negation. But others live…
The treasure of persistent faith
A PRIEST flew thousands of miles to spend a month with the community of Mother Teresa in Calcutta, India. He was in a stage of discernment for God’s further purpose…
Beloved seafood & prime rib buffet at Cafe Sierra continues to live up to standard
If you haven’t dined at Cafe Sierra located inside the Hilton Universal City in a while, you will be in for a surprise. Earlier this year, the famed buffet unveiled…
The most famous speech in literature
“Be Cheerful sir, “ cried Prospero, “our revels are now ended…” – Parable of the Tempest (Shakespeare) It is said that the wind that scattered the Spanish Armada blew English literature….
Catching up with Krista Kleiner
Krista is a jack – rather queen – of all trades. Aside from winning the Binibining Pilipinas-International title in 2010, she has made a name for herself in the Philippines…
Travelogue: Israel sojourn, the Holy Land Diary
(Part 2 of 3) If you thought the first three days of our pilgrimage were exhaustingly draining enough, think again… for the following days were earmarked for much challenging trudges,…
Our children’s food
WHAT children eat greatly determines their growth and development, the integrity of their immune system, their body’s ability to ward off infections and diseases, and their morbidity and longevity. The…
Once upon a Secret Service
Once upon a time, the Secret Service had to be an all-embracing elite force — self-respecting, fearless and valiant. They were the ones who took charge of the security and…
The power of full engagement
“AS they were going they were cleansed. And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; and he fell at the feet of…
Sanctuaries at twilight
Adult care centers are important fixtures in the Filipino-American community. This little piece takes us not just to a place, but into the minds and hearts, the courage, the wisdom…
Sonia Bermejo’s birthday celebration: A gathering of real people and true friends
Many say that age is just a number. Adding another year to your life means adding another chance at opportunities, meeting new people and making a difference – and the…
Travelogue: Israel sojourn, the Holy Land Diary
(Part 1 of 3) The agonizing fear that kept me tossing on my bed for countless nights prior to my Israel trip (due to the never-ending destabilization attacks and constant…
Savor Filipino returns to the Bay Area
Saturday, October 15 / The Overlook Lounge, 344 20th St, Oakland CA Tickets available at www.savorfilipino.com/ On Saturday, October 15, Savor Filipino will provide an opportunity for 1500 attendees to…
Stress tests save lives
Almost 4 million people in the United States alone have undiagnosed heart disease. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 735,000 Americans have a heart attack…
Culinary Pavilion
Curated by GrubLife The GrubLife Culinary Pavilion celebrates Philippine cuisine as a cultural and artistic form. Food is immersed in the heart of every Filipino as a sacred blessing to…
“Balangay ng Langit”
Curated by Kollective Binhi The Balangay ng Langit is a continuous being – moving, growing, evolving, transforming and healing. The Balangay activates the kapwa spirit, healing, and strengthening our community. …
Seniors’ Village
Curated by Tony and Angelita Ringor, and Eileen McCremens Sponsored by Area Lab Explore fresh Filipino vegetables from local farms, get gardening tips from award-winning home gardeners, and discover delicious Filipino…
The message of ‘Passport to Heavenly Life’ by Camilo C. Graza
In the Bible, in both the Old and New Testament, it is said that it can be read in many ways. For some, it is the purest literature we have…
The world in dire need of douloi — servant-leaders
“WE are unprofitable servants; we have done what we were obliged to do.” — (Luke 7:10) I heard the above words from someone, not word for word, but in a…
Right & left sides in Feng Shui
By Sean Shono In Feng Shui, it is said that a house facing a downward slope to the left brings bad luck to male family members. The bad luck may…
A night of the scribes and lensmen with Consul General Adelio Cruz
IT is said that when God wanted to separate light from darkness, day and night were created. When media men had a similar itch, they bonded together. One can count…
Djoanna Garcia-Kocher: On faith, fame and success
A great Athenian playwright named Euripides wrote this about friends: “Friends show their love in times of trouble, not in happiness. “ I have not read Euripides’ work but his…
Glutathione caution
THE glutathione craze seems to have spread to various countries, including the Philippines, inspired mostly by the desire for a fairer complexion and quest for the fountain of health and…
An evening at the opera
I can never quell a stir of fascination, dread and longing when the house lights dim and the curtain parts, but the enjoyment of an opera can begin, not with…
Giving is good for the soul
“ONCE our wealth reaches a certain point we need to begin to give some of it away—not because others need it but because our own health and happiness will begin…
Age Beautifully Cookbook wins Gold in Living Now Awards
Recognizing the year’s best books for better living LOS ANGELES—The 8th Annual Living Now Awards for the year’s best books for better living were announced by the Jenkins Group this…
Inside the death chamber
It was my first police beat assignment and we felt that we had no right to do what we were doing. The killing of a fellow human being was repulsive…
Why my heart breaks over Brangelina’s split
What could have been a wonderful day to welcome the fall season became a day of mourning. It was indeed the start of the “fall”– only, I wasn’t talking about crisp leaves and…
Queries from readers
Is there a vaccine that prevents cancer? Yes, there is. It’s called Gardasil, a vaccine that prevents cervical cancer, found to be “effective 100 percent, in the short term, at…