December 30, 2006
the year ender (2006)
2006 has been a tough year. I'm tired. I am weak, and people were disappointed with my decision and actions. I am on my way up with regards to my career. I had the attention I dreamed of. The love I've been looking for. But everything was taken immediately. I though I had everything under control until one irrevocable action create an unexpected consequence that I could turn my back.
I wish I could turn back time. I could return on that day and made it all different, maybe just maybe, everybody is happy and in their rightful places and right person to be with.
I always ask, God why? did I do something that I deserve to be condemned this way. Am I that bad that I deserve such treatment.
I had a perfect life before almost, though I am hurt, I still have my positive outlook in life. Enough energy to recover. But the biggest test has yet to come, now I am tasting the sweet appetizer of this great responsibility.
I lost everything. Every single thing I worked hard for. I lost my strength, person I trusted, family I have loved, friends I can run to, freedom and my sanity.
I am trying to pick small pieces of me. I made it all wrong, people judge me for it. Some blame me.
I gotta stand on my own. Do it my way. Look for my happiness and find myself in the wilderness.
New Year will be approaching, expect the unexpected, be prepared, brace myself and be strong. Not only for me but now for Caleb.
What is instated in 2007? What will happen next? Nobody knows. God has plans, I got good people telling me the right thing to do. Is this what God had wanted me to do? How would I know?
Fate. Destiny. Reality.
Consequences of my previous decisions, I could never go back and alter, change course and go elsewhere. But I just have to be very careful not to be submerged in the deepest and darkest place I never imagined I'll be in.
New me. I gotta do it. It has to be done. Right here right now. No more time left, as I bid 2006 goodbye, I have to face 2007. Let the past be some bittersweet memories and I shouldn't be dragged down and back to the place I never wanted and dreamed of.
I can't afford to lose what I have in my cradle of life, this the sign of the new beginning.
The Past
I was wrong when I hurt you
But did you have to hurt me too
Did you think revenge will make it better?
I don’t care about the past
I just want our love to last
There’s a way to bring us back together
CHORUS:
I must forgive you (I must forgive you)
You must forgive me too (we must have to try)
If you wanna try to put things back the way they used to be
honey let’s start again)
’Cause there’s no sense in going over and over
The same things as before
So let’s not bring the past back anymore
(no looking back, we can’t look back)
(honey let’s start again)
Out of all the good we had
You only keep track of the bad
Though you knew I never really loved her
Didn’t anyone tell you yet
That to forgive is to forget
How can you be mad if you don’t remember
CHORUS:
I must forgive you (I must forgive you)
You must forgive me too (we must have to try)
If you wanna try to put things back the way they used to be
(honey let’s start again)
’Cause there’s no sense in going over and over
The same things as before
So let’s not bring the past back anymore
(no looking back, we can’t look back)
(honey let’s start again)
I must forgive you
And you must forgive me too
It’s the only thing that’s left that we haven’t try to do
One thing I’m sure will work
That we haven’t tried before
Let’s not bring the past back anymore
(no looking back, no looking back)
(honey let’s start
23rd week
How your baby's growing: Your baby is more than 11 inches long and weighs just over a pound. His skin is red and wrinkled. Blood vessels in his lungs are developing to prepare him for breathing. He can swallow, but he normally won't pass his first stool (called meconium) until after birth. Loud noises heard often in utero — such as your dog barking or the roar of a vacuum cleaner — probably won't faze your baby when he hears them outside the womb.
Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.
How your life's changing: 
You may notice some mild swelling sometime during your pregnancy, especially in your ankles and feet. It's called edema, and it happens because changes in your blood chemistry cause fluid to shift into your tissue and because your enlarging uterus puts pressure on the veins returning blood from the lower half of your body, slowing circulation in your legs. Edema is often worse at the end of the day and in the summer. Your body will eliminate the extra fluid after you have your baby (which is why you may urinate often and sweat a lot for a few days after delivery). In the meantime, put your feet up when you can, stretch out your legs when you sit, avoid sitting still for long periods, exercise regularly to increase circulation, and wear support stockings (put them on first thing in the morning). You may be tempted to skimp on liquids, but you need to drink plenty of water, because keeping hydrated actually helps prevent swelling. If you notice severe or sudden swelling in your hands and face, be sure to call your midwife or doctor because it may be a sign of a serious condition called preeclampsia.
Decision Guide: Should you bank your baby's cord blood?
Cord blood banking is a procedure in which the blood left in your baby's umbilical cord and placenta after birth is collected, frozen, and stored for future medical use. Cord blood is prized because it's a rich source of stem cells — the building blocks of the blood and immune system. Stem cells have the ability to differentiate into other tissues, organs, and blood vessels, and they can be used to treat a host of diseases such as leukemia and sickle cell anemia. Many parents view cord blood banking as a form of medical insurance should anyone in their family develop a disease that can be treated with stem cells. Only you can decide if banking your baby's cord blood is right for your family. Factors to consider:
• Cord blood research is showing promising results.
Although cord blood is not yet widely used to treat patients, cord blood researchers believe that it in the future it has the potential to treat some cancers, diabetes, spinal cord injuries, heart failure, stroke, and neurological diseases including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
• It's expensive.
Private cord blood banks usually charge an enrollment and collection fee of approximately $600 to $1,900, plus annual storage fees ranging from around $80 to $100.
• Chances are your baby cannot be treated with his own cord blood.
If your baby develops an illness with a genetic basis — and most childhood diseases are genetic — his cord blood contains the genetic instructions for that disease, so it's not a suitable treatment. Most banked cord blood is currently used to treat siblings.
• You probably have a better chance of finding a stem cell match in the public cord blood system than in your own family.
The chance of an exact tissue match between two siblings is only about 25 percent, according to Dennis Confer, chief medical officer for the National Marrow Donor Program, a nonprofit organization that maintains the largest public listing of umbilical cord blood units available for transplantation in the United States. In contrast, the chance of finding a cord blood match in the nation's public banks is 75 percent, he says.
• Doctors aren't ready to universally recommend banking your baby's cord blood.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have both expressed reservations about private cord blood banking for the general public because they believe the chances a family will ever need the blood are slim and because they support a public cord blood donation system (similar to blood banks). Many doctors, however, say that families with a history of diseases such as leukemia, lymphomas, and immune deficiency, among others, should consider private cord banking because their odds of needing a stem cell transplant are higher than those of the general population.
• If your child belongs to a minority group, private storage may be of more value to you.
According to July 2003 figures, a Caucasian patient has an 88 percent chance of finding a matching donor through the National Marrow Donor Program registry, while an African American's chances were significantly lower at 58 percent.
• For more information, see:
Cord blood banking: An overview
Private cord blood banking: Is it for you?
Finding a reputable private cord blood bank
Donating your baby's cord blood
This Week's Activity:
Write a letter to your baby. You and your child will treasure this gift for years to come. Go with your heart and follow your inspiration. If you need help getting started:
• Describe your feelings for your baby and what it's like to know he's growing inside you.
• Imagine a perfect day with your baby and what you'll do together.
• Write down your hopes, dreams, and wishes for your baby.
• Think about what being a mother means to you and your definition of what makes a good mother.
If writing isn't your style, put together a collage or a memory box of pregnancy mementos, says Diane Sanford, a clinical psychologist whose focus is on helping women make the transition to motherhood.
Happy 22nd WeeK
Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.
How your life's changing:
You may start to notice stretch marks on your skin as your abdomen expands to accommodate your growing baby. Some pregnant women never get stretch marks, but at least half do. These small streaks of differently textured skin can range from pink to dark brown (depending on your skin color), and they become more apparent as pregnancy progresses. They can appear not only on your tummy, but also on your buttocks, thighs, hips, and breasts. Lotions won't prevent or eliminate them, but they help with any itching. Also, you may no longer be an "innie" — your navel is flat and may soon pop out. It will revert to its usual shape after birth.
Another interesting skin quirk you may notice during pregnancy is something called vascular spiders. These are little areas of raised, reddish skin, with tiny branches. Commonly found on the face, neck, upper chest, and arms, they're caused by the higher levels of estrogen in pregnancy, and they usually disappear after delivery.
Surprising Facts: Body changes beyond your belly
You expected your belly to grow, and perhaps your breasts too, but the following physical changes may take you by surprise. As with most pregnancy symptoms, you can credit hormones for most of these alterations in your looks.
• Thicker, more lustrous hair. You're not actually growing more hair, just losing less than normal. During pregnancy, your body sheds hair much more slowly than it did before. What to do: If thicker hair is a boon for you, enjoy it. If it's making your mane more unruly than ever, ask your stylist to do some thinning at your next cut. After your baby's born, you'll start to lose this excess hair, sometimes in clumps, so it won't last forever.
• Increased body hair. Sex hormones known as androgens can cause new hair to sprout on your chin, upper lip, jaw, and cheeks. Stray hairs can also pop up on your belly, arms, legs, and back. What to do: Tweezing, waxing, and shaving are all safe ways to manage these temporary changes.
• Fast-growing fingernails. Your fingernails may grow more quickly and you may notice changes in texture. Some women's nails get harder, others' get softer or more brittle. What to do: Indulge in an occasional manicure at your favorite nail salon.
• Skin changes. Some pregnant women report that their skin has never looked better. If that's you, enjoy the proverbial "glow." Others find the hormones of pregnancy aggravate skin conditions such as acne. What to do: Talk to your caregiver about safe treatments during pregnancy. Some acne medications pose serious dangers to your baby.
• Stretch marks.As your belly expands to accommodate your growing baby, you may get tiny tears in the supportive tissue that lies just beneath your skin, resulting in striations of varying color. These marks will be darkest during your pregnancy but will fade over time. What to do: Despite what you may have read on labels, there aren't any medically proven creams, lotions or oils that can prevent stretch marks. The best thing you can do is drink plenty of water and gain no more than the recommended amount of weight.
• Skin discolorations. An increase in melanin can create a thin dark line (called the linea nigra) that runs from your belly button to the top of your pubic bone. It can also cause dark splotchy patches on your face. What to do: Minimize the discolorations on your face by using a sunblock of SPF 15 or higher, wearing a hat, and avoiding the sun during peak hours of the day (10 a.m . to 2 p.m.)
• Larger and darker nipples and areolas. You may find that your nipples and areolas — the pigmented circles around your nipples — are getting bigger and darker. The little bumps on your areolas, known as Montgomery's tubercles, may also be more pronounced. These bumps are oil-producing glands that help fight off bacteria and lubricate the skin. Some women also notice more pronounced veins in their breasts. What to do: Nothing — all these changes are preparing your breasts for nursing your baby.
This Week's Activity:
Take off your rings. You'd be surprised how many pregnant women need to have their rings cut off by a professional jeweler because their fingers have swollen up around them. If yours are feeling the least bit snug, do yourself a favor and take them off now before it's too late. If you can't bear to be separated from your wedding band or another important ring, loop it on a chain and wear it close to your heart.
December 28, 2006
Church Bound Enteng
These days, Vic Sotto easily admits he is experiencing love, as if it was the first time, with girlfriend Pia Guanio. At the recent press conference of "Enteng Kabisote 3" Vic told the media, "Saan pa ba tutungo ang relasyon na inaalagaan mo kung hindi sa kasalan?"
Vic’s eyes look nothing short of the meaning in the songs "I Finally Found Someone" and "I Wanna Spend My Lifetime Loving You" when the topic swings to Pia Guanio. "I am very proud of what we share. I am very proud of Pia."
Vic Sotto, who has been local cinema’s Christmas boxoffice hero and the ultimate world-savior to kids as Enteng Kabisote, has finally met his rescuer in Pia. The only thing between the couple and their wedding is, "Danica (Sotto) is getting married next year. She and Marc (Pingris) have plans already maybe by March or April so hindi pa kami puwedeng magpakasal ni Pia kasi sukob. But we’ll see. For now, like what I say, there is no point in caring for someone and having a relationship with a person kung hindi mo iniisip na dun din ang tuloy ninyo."
The box-office superstar also clarified he ever denied their relationship. Not since the beginning, he disclosed in an interview with the Manila Bulletin. "Gusto ko lang na linawin na hindi ko kahit kailan tinago na kami. May mga nagsasabi kasi na hindi ako umaamin eh never naman naming tinago. Aside from the fact that it’s something I am proud of, hindi naman ako ‘denial king’ at hindi na uso ang mga denial king ngayon."
The truth is, Vic is always ready to tell the truth. Sometimes people just think twice before asking him because of that certain respect the public has awarded an actor, comedian and producer that ‘bossing’ has been all these years.
In the interview below, Vic answered such questions few dared to ask him. Vic also shares his slight heartache when he first learned his only daughter is about to get married, his dream movie with Comedy King Dolphy, and all the right reasons why he has fallen for Pia Guanio.
Will "Enteng 3" top anew the box-office this Christmas like it has consistently done in the last three years?
We are hoping for that. This is the most entertaining and most hilarious of the three. We’ve always been more concern of the story before anything else and this is what makes ‘Enteng’ different. Yung iba, iniisip muna ang special effects bago yung istorya. Etong ‘Enteng’ ang pinakamaganda sa franchise na’to kasi mas maraming situations na nakakatawa at maganda ang plot.
Aside from ‘Enteng Kabisote3,’ and scoring another blockbuster this Christmas, what else are you looking forward to?
"Ang pinagtutuunan ko ng pansin ngayon ay yung aking dream movie with Dolphy. It’s a co- production and almost everything is finished na halos tapos na yung script. Di ko nga lang puwedeng sabihin pa yung concept."
You also mentioned you and MMFF ‘rival’ Sen. Bong Revilla are planning to have a movie together…
"Yeah, every time nagkikita kami ni Bong lagi naming napapag–usapan na gumawa ng pelikula together. Yun naman kasing ‘rival’ between us, hindi naman nage–exist yun. We are only in the Filmfest to compete with ourselves. Ang gusto ko lang ay yung matalo yung record noong nakaraan ng pelikula ko. Pero yung between Bong and me, wala kaming rivalry."
I know you’ve been asked this question many times, have you really found your match in Pia Guanio?
"Halos lahat ng hinahanap ko sa isang ideal woman nasa kanya though wala naman akong pamantayan sa magiging ideal woman. Pero nakita ko sa kanya yung mga katangian na hinahanap ko sa isang possible partner for life. Mabait siya, maganda siya, she’s very attractive, intelligent. I have so many nice words about her."
Were you friends before romance settled in?
"Yeah. I think yun ang importante eh. Hanggang ngayon magkaibigan kami. We started out as friends. Matagal kami magkaibigan bago nagka–developan."
You’ve been linked to other people in the past but the public feels this is the first time people are seeing you very vocal about it. What could be reason behind this very love-open Vic Sotto?
"It’s nice to share when you’re happy. It’s nice to share your reasons for being happy. I don’t see anything wrong with sharing your happiness when you’re happy. At the start naman, may mga nadinig ako na nagde–deny. That is not true. I never denied it. We never denied it. We’ve always been open about it. It just so happened that in my case wala namang nagtatanong so when people started asking me. I started answering truthfully. Like I’ve said there’s nothing to hide. Wala naman akong dapat ikahiya. As a mater of fact I’m very proud of Pia."
What common interests do you enjoy?
"Well, kung naggo–golf ako, hindi naman mahilig si Pia dun. Siya mahilig siya mag–gym, ako wala akong alam sa gym. (Laughs) But you know it’s a lot more than that. Yung utak namin vibes. We like a lot of [the same] things. Pareho ang gusto naming sa music, pagkain, choice ng movies. Wala kaming pinagkaka ibahan. Wala kaming mga differences."
Meaning your relationship is LQ–free?
"Syempre may mga konting tampuhan. Konting selosan. That’s only natural and is only part of growing up together. It makes the relationship more solid."
How are Danica and Marc’s wedding plans? Will it definitely push through next year?
"Yeah. Ayos na lahat ng details. Namanhikan na sa’min si Marc. Nag dinner kami noong one time. Silang dalawa, ako, si Pia, si Oyo. Angel was supposed to be there but she was busy. Tapos nagpaalam yung dalawa."
How are you and Dina Bonnevie involved in the planning?
Separate yung usapan nila eh. Kami naman ni Dina wala namang problema sa amin. Wala naman kaming hindi pagkakaintindihan and we’ve remained friends."
So are you ready to be a lolo?
"Yun lang ang ikinalulungkot ko. (smiles). Parang magiging lolo na’ko. Pero siguro matalagal pa yun because they have their plans. Sinabi nila sa’min na they want to enjoy their lives together first before they plan to have a baby. Maganda yung plano nila."
Was it easy to admit that you have to let go Danica when she you first learned that she and Marc have plans already?
"Honestly, noong unang nabanggit sa akin at binabanggit–banggit ni Danica, medyo nalulungkot ako noon eh. May kasama talagang lungkot eh. Pero sinasabi ko nga sa sarili ko darating talaga yung panahon na yun eh. Hindi ko naman kayang ihinto yun or i–postpone ang panahon na yon. May sarili naman siyang desisyon. Pagdating naman sa mga anak ko, as long as I know they are on the right track, I will always support them… in every way I can."
("Enteng Kabisote 3" also stars Kristine Hwermosa, Oyo Boy Sotto, Bing Loyzaga, Jose Manala, Anglica Jones, Alyssa Alano and Allan K. The fantasy comedy following the heroics of Enteng Kabisote will be shown on Christmas day alongside the other eight MMFFP entries.)
December 17, 2006
21 weeks
December 15, 2006
my family
December 01, 2006
bebe
bienvenue bebe nicole
caleb loyal, courageous
nicole the victory of the people
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