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Residents of Barangay Olympog to avail of the services of the City Hall sa Barangay. Services like the medical, dental, tuli, civil registry, agriculture, veterinary and animal branding are the most in demand.
More photos of the services during the CHB in Olympog.
City and barangay officials with the different Department Heads and assistant Department head of City Hall departments were discussing several issues during the conduct of the CHB.
This week I had a chance to moderate the press conference in line with the celebration of the World Aids Day. It is one program that the city government of Gensan embraced to protect the residents here from being inflicted with the disease.
HIV AIDS is a global concern that needs attention by the community and the government. Dra. Mely Lastimoso of the City Health Office here looks into the programs such as the Information and Education Campaign to address this problem which affects the the life of the victims.
The disease alone carries different issues that needs resolution but despite the many efforts of the national and local government many are still not aware of the effects that HIV AIDS can do to mankind.
Here in Gensan six(6) more were found positive after they voluntary submitted themselves to test and this makes a total of 25 who were found positive of HIV AIDS.
Lastimoso also clarified that more number of the populace submits themselves to testing would mean an effective campaigns and advocacy. Presently there is still a need to intensify their programs to reach more people to have a test.
Nevertheless her team and the partners are optimistic of achieving their goals after Pope Benedict XVI approves the use of condom to address the growing number of HIV AIDS.
The team hopes that the media will be their allies in bringing to the people of Gensan the information they need about the disease. An exhibit was opened to the public in one of the malls in the city and later in the day a parade and a program was held.
It’s Christmas time again . . . a time when parties are everywhere. For us, this season of the year is a time for celebration, joy, sharing, reunions, love and most of all the season to remember the birth of Jesus Christ.
Our Filipino culture and influences from our colonizers and western culture taught us many practices aside from those that are ours. We have practiced a distinct celebration which made us known anywhere in the world. We make it a point that every year our Christmas celebration is different and meaningful.
The nine mornings of misa de gallo ( dawn mass) , the manito-manita (exchange gift), christmas carols and parties and many more are some of the many practices that our culture brought us.
Because of all of this most of us would wish that the whole year round is Christmas. One thing that I consider Filipino during this season is our being sentimental and mellow dramatic. From the simple gifts that we receive to the most touching moments that our families and friends does for us, we always find ourselves in tears for different reasons.
Whatever it is. . . this is who we are and this season would always bring surprises and joy. A season when your wishes do come true. Merry Christmas everyone.
One thing I love doing during my spare time is cook for my nephews and niece for they too like to eat and for the whole family as well.I can still remember when I started learning how to cook, that was when my grandparents especially my grandfather taught me.
He would let me watch how he does things in the kitchen and slowly I started doing it myself.But what I am sharing to you my readers now is what I learned from my grandmother. .. it is the “minatamis na saging”(sweetened banana).
Bananas grow anywhere in the country and there are several of varieties that can be grown here.One popular to us is the Cardava which is often cooked for snacks and can be an abundant source of carbohydrates. It can be a substitute for rice.
We Filipinos loves to cook it “nilaga(boiled), prito (fried) or just simply eat it fresh when ripe.I can still remember when my Lola Dolor prepares a sweetened banana and sell it in a school nearby.
I can still vividly rememberwhen she wakes up early and starts to boil water in a big pan.When it boils she will mix the mascubado ( a sugar locally produced here) until it is dissolved in the water.And then shewill pour the bananas into it and simmer it until the mixture thickens.
Last weekend I had the chance to prepare the same for my nephews and niece.We had shared another yummy snacks . .thanks to our grandma.
Isa sa mga bagay na gusto kong gawin ang kumain, at syempre karamihan sa ating mga pinoy really loves to eat. Though napakaraming choices, today I wanted to treat myself para naman may matikmang bago ang aking panlasa. Maaring karamihan ay nasubukan na ang ganitong trip, eh sa ngayon ko lang feel e-try.
Walang ibang lugar ang nasa isip ko maliban doon sa ang pangalan ay hango sa isang character sa pelikulang Ratatouille ( a cartoon movie from PIXAR about a soul who used the rat to teach his son in the kitchen of a restaurant owned by the father)
Kaya naman when I passed by the SunCity Suites along national highway where Gusteau is located, I said to myself soon I will eat in that restaurant. Unexpectedly the owner happen to be my tukayo (kapangalan ko). . si Sir Allan.
At first, I got confused as what to order because you know I still look at the price. It’s really expensive . . . not at all especially when I started tasking what me and my friend ordered. We choose fish fillet, crabs, ice tea ( for me) and sprite ( for him).
While waiting for our order, we keep on looking at the neighboring tables , syempre I wonder about the taste of the food they ordered including the tall glass filled with ice tea. Everything I saw looks so yummy.
Kaya after we took photos of our orders, I was so amaze about the taste and texture of the fish fillet . . . . super crunchy ang coating while super soft ang laman ng fish plus of course the salad dressing and the sauce.
Messy man ang pagkain ng crabs na full of garlic sauce, the taste was really distinct. . . hindi common. It’s good din kasi may utensils na magamit to crack the hard shell of the crab.
Super delicious and it was worth it. Thanks Gusteau’s!!!!!
The long weekend gave me the chance to relax and spend time with my friends in Gensan View resort. It was Gian’s birthday. . son of my friend Vince and Michelle. We were invited to the celebration and as expected it was a bonding time not only for us adults but most especially to the kids who missed each other.
Like in most occasions and events I have attended . . . I do make some observation around. During this day I felt the longing of a mother’s care and affection for most mom’s in the resort was so caring and affectionate to their children.
As the saying goes “Mothers knows Best”. . in any situations they have the ways to make things done. Applying a lotion in their kids skin before plunging into the pool, accompany them inside the pool or just simply stay near them, keeps on reminding them of the harm in case they run around, wrapped them with towel to stay warm, feed them and change their clothes after are some of the sceneries I have enjoyed looking at.
The children are the center of their attention yet they are not deprived from enjoyment. I saw the happiness in a mom’s eyes seeing their kids learn to swim and mingle with other children in the pool. It was also the chance to take some memorable moments they and their children had in the resort.
I suddenly recalled the memories I had with my mom and yes those were the times when the family is still intact. I wished it is still up to now but we cannot bring back the times instead just a remembrance of the moments shared with my mom.
What I am proud about Filipino motherhood is that it remained the same . . . the affection, love, care, and attention they give to their children never fades. It continues to grow as the stages elevate and it never ends. Motherhood for Filipino mothers is a lifetime commitment to love their children no matter what it takes. . . and that makes them unique.
