You can contact them at 712-4953 to inquire and to order. As soon as I get more information on the price and location or if they deliver, I will post the information here. The gift that we got was a box of six empanadas. Very yummy.

You can contact them at 631-3450 and 637-1448 in Metro Manila, Philippines. The siopitos come in boxes of 10 (P120 as of the time this blog post was written - prices can change at any time so please call to inquire before placing an order) and boxes of 20 (P240).

One day lead time is needed for orders. Since the product does not contain any preservatives, shelf life is only one day. You can make the product last longer if you put it in the freezer and then you can just steam it when you want to eat it.

Tita Lenn’s delivers to select areas for a minimum order of at least P1,500.00. When calling, you may look for Mayette. Please let them know that you learned about them from atyourword.

They have two additional members: Dale Adeva and Eagle Pacete.

Bing’s contact number is now 0916 494 4556.

If you wish to learn more about the band and where they will be performing, you can visit their website at bailanukayukay.multiply.com

To read what we wrote about them before, you can read our first Bailan write-up.

Childbirth is one experience eagerly awaited by most couples – although most mothers, particularly those who are giving birth for the first time, may feel some amount of fear or uncertainty as their due date nears. Such fear stems from their lack of experience or from incomplete information about what to expect.

Although couples cannot really totally prepare for childbirth, as no one can tell the time nor the hour or the manner, it still helps to get as much information about the birth experience for as they say: “Knowing is half the battle.”

About Chiqui Brosas-Hahn’s Prepared Childbirth Classes and Other Services:

Chiqui Brosas-Hahn offers classes, services, and products to expectant couples, as well as new parents in the Philippines. She holds Childbirth Classes for couples and these can be given on a group or private (one-on-one) basis. One class typically runs for 4 sessions, once a week, every month.

She likewise offers classes covering aspects like baby care, breastfeeding, and first aid. She is also into lactation management and breast and pregnancy massage and sells/rents out items which expectant or new parents may need. These include: baby apparel and furniture; toys; breastfeeding pumps and outfits; and maternity belts. Some of the brands that she carries are: Avent, Medela, Chicco, Pigeon, Chu Chu, Safety 1st, Cosco, Smart Babies Playpen, Step 1, Shelcore, Vtech, Barbie, My Scene, Winxs, and Timelife Books. If you are interested in Cord Blood Banking, Chiqui can also assist you.

Who Can Benefit from Attending Chiqui’s Classes?

Expectant couples, new parents, grandparents, midwives, caregivers, and nannies will benefit from attending the available classes. Aside from having access to useful information and techniques which will make them better and more prepared parents and caregivers, the classes also provide a good time to bond and be together in a worthwhile activity.

Who is Chiqui Brosas Hahn and When Did She Start Her Childbirth Classes?

Chiqui Brosas Hahn is a mother of 5 beautiful children – all breastfed and all born naturally, without drugs and medication. She is a Certified Bradley Instructor, has been a Childbirth Educator since 1991, and is also a Breastfeeding Advocate. She has a degree in International Business Administration and was also Binibining Pilipinas and the 4th runner up in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant in 1975.

Chiqui is a firm believer in freedom of choice based on education; empowerment through knowledge; and having passion, dedication, and commitment in everything she does. Her 17-year track record in helping couples have a more pleasant and informed “birth experience” demonstrates her passion and commitment to her mission and vocation.

If you would like to inquire about Chiqui’s classes and product offerings, you may reach her through the following contact information:

Call Olive at +63 920 905 2737 (SMART)
You may also call Olive, Mondays to Fridays, office hours at 636 2721 local 529
You can also e-mail her at chiquibrosas@gmail.com
For class and other product details, you can visit her blog at: www.chiquibrosas.com/blog/
If you are on Multiply, you can also check out and invite her at: http://chiquibrosas.multiply.com

We would appreciate it if you will let her know that you obtained her contact information and learned about her Prepared Childbirth Classes and other offerings from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“…So the Lord answers, ‘Can a woman forget her own baby and not love the child she bore? Even if a mother should forget her child, I will never forget you…’” (Isaiah 49:15 TEV)

Filipinos are fond of getting together. From big family reunions to intimate parties with close friends, Filipinos enjoy spending time together, particularly during special occasions like Christmas, birthdays, and the like.

If you are looking for food to take to your upcoming parties, to give away as Christmas presents, or simply to serve to your family, you may wish to consider calling ‘Zette. The woman behind ‘Zette is Suzette Francisco Custodio. Suzette prepares desserts and pastries and being a mother of 5 kids herself, you can be sure that all her products are homemade and good enough to serve to your own children.

About ‘Zette:

‘Zette offers desserts and pastries which include the following: chocolate turtle cupcakes, choco fudge bars, apple pie bars, chocolate carrot cupcake/loaf, moist banana bread, butterscotch bars, peanut butter and oatmeal bars, double chocolate cookies, caramel tarts, crema de fruta cake, leche flan, cathedral window, and buko pandan salad.

‘Zette began baking in 2006 and started bringing her baked goodies to get-togethers with friends and relatives. A friend inquired about whether she would accept orders for cupcakes for a small party that her friend would have at home and from then on, additional orders started to come in from her circle of friends. To date, she has served several parties with the number of guests ranging from 30 to 100.

With ‘Zette, you are assured that you can personally talk to Suzette for all your orders and requirements and she can give you a good alternative for getting the best value for your money.

Most of ‘Zette’s products need to be refrigerated. If refrigerated, her products will typically last about two weeks. Cookies can last about a month when refrigerated.

Delivery, Pick-up and Payment Details:

‘Zette needs 2-3 days’ notice to ensure that she can serve your order. She can deliver within the Quezon City and Mandaluyong area. Orders may also be picked up from her house located at 130 Iriga St., Sta. Mesa Heights, La Loma, Quezon City or from 837 Tomas Mapua St., Sta. Cruz, Manila. You must pay in cash upon pick up or delivery.

If you would like to inquire about ‘Zette’s offerings, you may reach Suzette Custodio through the following contact information:

Landline: 740-6268
Cellphone: +63 917 528 4374.

We would appreciate it if you will let her know that you obtained her contact information and learned about ‘Zette from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“’I am the bread of life,’ Jesus told them. ‘Those who come to me will never be hungry; those who believe in me will never be thirsty.’” (John 6: 35 TEV)

Are you looking for delicious food that can be served easily when unexpected guests drop by at your place? Reasonably priced but yummy food items that you can give to your loved ones and friends on special occasions or bring to a potluck party? You may then want to try out Linda Arce’s various food offerings.

About Linda Arce’s Food Business:

Linda Arce is a businesswoman who has always liked food. From 1986-1990, she had already started her food business but this had to take a backseat given other business concerns. Beginning October of 2006, though, Linda has again become active in her food business and is determined to grow it.

Linda offers native delicacies, pastries, and snacks. These include: leche flan, ube, empanada, bibingka malagkit, cassava cake, buko pandan, and cream puff, among others. These products are available in boxes of 12 or in a bilao (round native container).

What makes Linda’s products unique? They are made from original recipes handed down by her still energetic 88-year old mother, Nena Arce. All items are made from the freshest ingredients and are home-made in Linda’s own kitchen. Shelf life of most of the items, if placed in the refrigerator, is 1 week and these can be re-heated in the microwave, if needed. Linda needs a lead time of one day for orders.

Where You Can Find Linda’s Products:

For a minimum order worth P500, Linda may deliver to nearby areas like Corinthian Gardens, GreenMeadows, and Valle Verde. It is best to call and inquire whether delivery can be arranged. Otherwise, all items are for pick-up at 165 Sampaguita St. Valle Verde 2, Pasig City.

Another alternative is for you to pick up her items at the following Shell Gas Stations:

Shell Station
Timog corner Scout Tuazon, Quezon City
(across Yam Cha)

or at

Shell Station
F. Blumentritt corner Valenzuela, San Juan

Specific food (empanada, cassava cake, bibingkang malagkit, biko, and turron) are also available at the Shell Stations on specific days and can be bought on a per piece basis (assuming that you did not place an order beforehand for any specific food). It is suggested that you call beforehand to check which food is available on a certain day of the week.

If you would like to inquire about Linda Arce’s food offerings, whether as a customer or as a prospective dealer (in your respective areas), you may reach Linda Arce through the following contact information:

Address and pick up point: 165 Sampaguita St. Valle Verde 2, Pasig City, Philippines; See above for Shell Station Addresses
Landline: 410-2740/410-2742/371-4615

We would appreciate it if you will let her know that you obtained her contact information and learned about Linda Arce’s food items from www.AtYourWord.org

“…Human beings cannot live on bread alone but need every word that God speaks.” (Matthew 4:4 TEV)

Are you on the look-out for handmade paper-based novelty products? These products can be given away as gifts or you may also use them if you have an interest in scrapbooking and other creative projects. Individuals who are good with their hands, or are interested in arts and crafts, are sure to find a thing or two at The Yellow Violet House.

About The Yellow Violet House:

The Yellow Violet House sells finished paper novelty products. With its offerings, the company aims to promote and enhance an individual’s interest in paper crafts. The Yellow Violet House creates greeting cards, journals, scrapbooks, embellishments, and handmade gift packages which allow people to express themselves in a creative manner. Paper crafting is a therapeutic hobby. It can provide the much-needed “work-life balance” in our busy world and can also serve as a possible source of additional income.

The Yellow Violet House started in early 2004. With its products, the company is able to achieve a good blend between western arts and crafts and the use of local indigenous craft materials.

The Market:

The company largely serves the female market and interest in paper crafts cuts across all age levels. For their cards and scrapbooking lines, teens and working moms make up the bulk of the market. For related tools, kits, and machines, husbands and even groups of friends (barkadas) are targeted, particularly if there is an interest in pursuing the entrepreneurial angle to this hobby.

The Yellow Violet House likewise has “client partners” or those who help promote paper crafting all over the Philippines. These are people who focus on making a living out of the hobby.

About Isabelita de Guzman-Ocliasa:

The woman behind The Yellow Violet House is a BA Economics graduate from the University of the Philippines, Diliman. Prior to starting her paper crafts business, she was employed in the corporate world for 15 years, first in the area of banking and then moving on to human resources. While still employed, Isabe pursued creative projects on the side and eventually, decided to pursue her childhood interest and passion by setting up her own business.

Isabe values service-orientedness and always makes sure that clients learn something new when they visit her shop. She is also focused on teaching others how to sell their own creative projects.

Isabe believes in the power of imagination, exploration, and creativity. She is always trying out new things, experimenting, and taking risks. She believes in setting goals for herself and in giving back to others and to the Lord.

If you would like to inquire about The Yellow Violet House’s products and service offerings, you may reach them through the following contact information:

Telefax: 645 5753
Cellphone: +63 917 857 9714
E-mail: yellowviolethouse@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.theyellowviolethouse.com

We would appreciate it if you will let them know that you obtained their contact information and learned about The Yellow Violet House from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“Can a woman forget her own baby and not love the child she bore? Even if a mother should forget her child, I will never forget you.” (Isaiah 49:15 TEV)

Giving gifts on special occasions to our friends and relatives can be very enjoyable. On the other hand, it can also be time-consuming and nerve-wracking, particularly for people who may be busy but are searching for and wish to give unique and personalized gifts.

About More Than Gifts:

More Than Gifts’ goal is to make their gift products as personalized as possible. Each cake has a unique personality and each gift has its own character and this makes the recipient appreciate not only the gift but the packaging as well – thus, the name More Than Gifts.

More Than Gifts primarily offers diaper/nappy cakes or useful things or gifts for a baby packaged into cute, attractive, non-edible cakes. A diaper cake makes a great centerpiece or gift for baby showers, baptisms, and birthdays for kids aged 1-2 years old. Clients have a choice of buying the items for the diaper cakes themselves or they can also let More Than Gifts take care of getting hold of the baby items to be packaged into a diaper cake.

More Than Gifts also does themed cakes and packaging for adults. They likewise offer useful and memorable give aways and souvenir items (e.g. cosmetic kits, face towels, paper products) for baptisms, birthdays, and weddings.

The Market:

More Than Gifts caters to individuals who are looking for unique, personalized, nicely packaged gifts. It likewise targets busy people who have no time to shop for gifts or package or wrap them in a creative manner.

Each diaper cake has a distinct personality and character, making it a joy to give and receive. For the diaper cakes, More Than Gifts mainly focuses on the 20-35 year old age bracket. Women in this age group are usually newly weds, expectant moms, new moms, and those who are planning to get married. Their friends will usually be having weddings, baby showers, and baptisms and these occasions are perfect events to showcase a diaper cake.

More Than Gifts, however, can likewise serve other age groups and markets, provided that the client discusses his/her needs and/or preferences and requirements for any gift that he/she wishes to purchase with the group.

More Than Gifts offers items at reasonable prices and focuses on personalized treatment of clients, taking into account their specific requirements and requests. Convenience for the client, in terms of delivery of products, and ease of communication for coordination purposes while an order is in process, are also of primary importance.

The Practical Stuff

More Than Gifts requires 2-3 days’ lead time for a standard order. For a highly personalized gift, they would need a week’s notice.

Prices of gift items and/or cakes range from P600 to P3,500. The price depends on the items to be included in the diaper cake, for example, and a client’s detailed specifications. Clients may give More Than Gifts their own design ideas for More Than Gifts to execute or they can also choose to entrust the diaper cake design to the group.

For packaging orders only, prices range from P800 to P1000, depending on how complicated the design is.

More Than Gifts likewise offers several package options to clients, with specific items included in the diaper cake, with prices ranging from P1,000 to P1,500. You may contact Honey Romero or Bernice Olives for details on these but some of the included items would be: bibs, milk bottles, disposable diapers, among others.

More Than Gifts charges a delivery fee of P100 for orders which do not reach the minimum amount of P1,200. Customers may likewise pick up their orders at designated places in the following areas:

Quezon City: Loyola Grand Villas (near Katipunan and La Vista)

Makati City: LPL Manor, 116 Leviste St.

South: Pilar Village in Las Pinas

Once an order has been placed, payment is done upon delivery. In cases wherein the client would like to have the gift delivered to the recipient, the client will have to make a payment via deposit to More Than Gifts’ bank account.

How More Than Gifts Started:

The business started in October 2005. The ladies behind More Than Gifts, namely, Bernice Olives and Honey Romero, first did a diaper cake for an officemate’s baby shower. Officemates, friends, and relatives liked what they saw and started asking the two to come up with gifts which were not traditional and out of the ordinary. Orders started to come in via word of mouth and referrals, as well as via the internet. Both ladies have a day job which is totally different from their hobby cum business.

Some Gift Giving Tips:

Everyone gives gifts at some point during their life. Here are some points to remember:

1. Add a unique character or “stamp” to a gift to make it more memorable.

2. Be creative. The best gifts are not always the most expensive.

3. Give gifts that are both attractive and useful.

If you would like to inquire about More Than Gifts’ diaper cakes and other gift items, you may reach them through the following contact information:

Bernice Olives: +63 917 520 1476
Honey Romero: +63 917 844 6639
E-mail: morethangifts@gmail.com
Website: http://www.morethangifts.tk

We would appreciate it if you will let them know that you obtained their contact information and learned about More Than Gifts from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“Each one, as a good manager of God’s different gifts, must use for the good of others the special gift he has received from God.” (1 Peter 4:10 TEV)

Traveling is something we do for business and for pleasure. Key to a smooth journey is careful planning and being able to get in touch with the right parties in a particular place or destination. The internet can be a useful resource in planning your trips and in contacting service providers who can make your trip more enjoyable.

About HopAround:

HopAround is a tourism-oriented portal focused on travel around the Philippines. It aims to help create communities of microentrepreneurs as these will help drive tourism development in the country. HopAround will help microentrepreneurs gain internet visibility. Tourists will benefit as service providers will be organized according to locality and areas of interest.

HopAround was conceptualized by Mr. Philip Camara, together with the group of Mr. Patrick Gregorio of the North Philippines Visitors Bureau. Mr. Camara realized the need for a service like HopAround when he traveled extensively around the Philippines and when he traveled to Sabah. He saw a benefit to tourists getting in touch with the micro sector in tourism for a more authentic, unique, and local travel experience.

At present, HopAround is working with 6 bureaus: Cagayan North, Pangasinan, Clark, Subic, Tarlac, and Baguio. The group behind the website is presently conducting workshops for individuals and service providers to learn how to use the HopAround site.

HopAround’s Market:

HopAround will serve foreign and domestic tourists who want to get in touch with owners of small resorts, cafes, restaurants, homes, farms, transportation services, gear, and any other item or service which will be of use to tourists in a particular place. Tourists can tap HopAround to search for information on local cuisine, guided tours, and the like.

About Philip Camara’s Past Projects:

Philip Camara, through RemitCard, Inc., developed a Community Card System that allows a group of people to set up their own card system with account management that replicates what Mastercard and Visa provide for the vast commercial system. RemitCard has also developed a Donation Card System and a Pasabayad System.

If you would like to inquire about HopAround’s services, whether as a service provider or as a tourist, you may reach HopAround through the following contact information:

HopAround (care of Philip Camara)
Address: Unit 206 Raman Condominium, 1130 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City, Philippines
E-mail: pcamara@remitcard.com
Website: http://www.hoparound.net

We would appreciate it if you will let him know that you obtained his contact information and learned about HopAround from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“A well-traveled person with wide experience knows many things and talks sense. You can’t know much if you haven’t experienced much, but travel can make you clever. In my own travels I have seen many things and learned more than I can put into words.” (Sirach 34:9-11 TEV)

Buying and/or building your own home is a dream for most Filipinos. Owning your own house entails years of hard work and is often used as a measure of one’s success. Whether you decide to build your own home or purchase a ready-made one, it is always good to deal with parties who will allow us to obtain the “dream house” that we have been working for and which is also within our financial means.

About WAA Construction:

WAA Construction is owned and managed by Architect William A. Andutan who has years of experience in the field of construction. The company specializes in the design and general construction of residential and commercial buildings. WAA Construction prides itself in having experienced manpower and professionals as part of its team and puts great emphasis on accomplishing projects on time and as agreed upon. Aside from providing architectural design and general building contractor services, WAA Construction is also in the business of building and selling ready-made residential houses.

The Market:

Most of WAA Construction’s clients are Filipinos married to foreigners, overseas Filipino workers, and businessmen/entrepreneurs.

Past Projects:

WAA Construction’s past major projects are located South of Metro Manila, particularly Cavite and Las Pinas. These were mostly two-storey residences, one with a floor area of 400 square meters and which was completed in 7 months.

Past projects serve as a showcase for the quality of workmanship of the group. Prospective clients are welcome to see or visit past completed projects to aid them in making their decision on which house builder and contractor to choose.

How WAA Construction Started:

The business started in May 2001 when Architect William Andutan decided to start his own company, having been exposed to construction work here and abroad. WAA Construction has expanded from just design, building, and contracting work to the business of building and selling houses. To date (February 16, 2007), the company has an ongoing build and sell project which will be ready for sale and occupancy by April 2007.

WAA Construction likewise has an affiliate company named W3R Construction & Hardware which is involved in the supply of all construction materials.

If you would like to inquire about WAA Construction’s various services, you may reach them through the following contact information:

WAA Construction
Molino Road, Molino 2,
Bacoor Cavite

Telephone Numbers: 046 477 3691/046 477 3037/046 872 0600
Telefax: 046 477 1485/046 872 0600
E-mail: waaconst@yahoo.com

We would appreciate it if you will let them know that you obtained their contact information and learned about WAA Construction from www.AtYourWord.org

“If one of you is planning to build a tower, you sit down first and figure out what it will cost, to see if you have enough money to finish the job. If you don’t, you will not be able to finish the tower after laying the foundation; and all who see what happened will make fun of you. ‘You began to build but can’t finish the job.’” (Luke 14: 28-30 TEV)

Filipinos love to get together, give gifts, and eat. For mothers, wives, and individuals who may always be on the look out for new desserts to try and to serve at their parties and gift their loved ones and relatives with, The Sweet Life by Ange offers various cakes and pastries.

About The Sweet Life by Ange:

The Sweet Life by Ange is a baking business that offers delicious cakes and pastries, made of the freshest ingredients, at reasonable prices. The more popular desserts are Sweet Surrender (Frozen Brazo) and Chocolate Lust Cake. The Sweet Life also accepts orders for customized cupcakes.

The Sweet Life offers uncommon cakes like Cocoa Crunch (a dark chocolate cake with coffee cream and crunchy cashew nougatine) and Lady in White Cake (a white chocolate cake covered with a rich frosting and crushed macadamias). It likewise makes rare cheesecake cookies; differently-textured peanut butter cookies and is one of the few suppliers of Giant Chocolate Chunk Cookies in the Philippines.

The Sweet Life’s Market:

Filipinos are generally fond of sweets and desserts. Individuals hosting parties or needing desserts to bring to a potluck gathering and mothers and wives looking for desserts for their families make up The Sweet Life’s target market.

About The Sweet Life’s Past Projects:

The Sweet Life has done cupcakes for themed birthday parties (e.g. Hawaiian Luau party, Princess Barbie party, High School Musical Party) and baptisms. It has also participated in bake sales for the benefit of Gawad Kalinga and other charitable causes.

About Ange:

Ange is Ange de la Cruz, a student who was exposed by her mom to baking, her mom being a co-owner in a bakeshop. She launched her business The Sweet Life in November 2006 but she has been baking for as long as she can remember.

If you would like to inquire about The Sweet Life’s desserts, you may reach Ange through the following contact information:

Address and pick up point: 75 Amorsolo Street San Lorenzo Village, Makati City, Philippines
Landline: 815 0188
Cellphone: +63 917 823 8198
E-mail: angecouture@yahoo.com
Website: http://thesweetlifeblog.blogspot.com

We would appreciate it if you will let her know that you obtained her contact information and learned about The Sweet Life from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“Be moderate in everything you do, and you will never get sick.” (Sirach 31:22 TEV)

1. Travel around the Philippines: Go out and see the country. Visit the churches, museums, other places of interest, and the markets. This way, you will learn about Philippine history, will meet the people, and learn about the food and how a typical day in a certain place goes.

2. Observe during holidays and special times: Christmas, Holy Week, elections, weddings, and wakes – these times will allow you a better peek into the Filipino’s practices, values, and interests.

3. Take public transportation: Ride a jeepney, take the bus or the LRT and the MRT. Talk to the taxi driver. You are sure to hear his views about life, traffic, and politics. Observe the other drivers, as well as the pedestrians and traffic enforcers, on the road.

4. Watch Philippine movies: Indie films will probably give you better quality films these days. It is okay though to also watch Enteng Kabisote during the Metro Manila FilmFest to see what most of the Pinoys are watching.

5. Read Philippine writers or authors in English and Filipino: Visit the Filipiniana section in major bookstores.

6. Learn the language: This will allow you to communicate and keep in touch with more people.

7. Listen to Filipino music and artists: You will notice that the songs that become very popular are either very sad or dramatic; tell a good story; or provide some novelty. If you wish to hear music that speaks of what is good in Philippine culture, you may with to invite the indigenous Filipino rock band BAILAN to perform for you.

Appreciating or listening to music is one of the ways by which we can learn about a certain culture. BAILAN is a Filipino indigenous rock music band that provides original music inspired by Filipino and other cultures’ indigenous sounds blended with a contemporary rock feel.

About BAILAN:

BAILAN provides musical performances that speak of what is good in Filipino culture. BAILAN hopes to communicate the beauty and strength of the Filipino race to individuals in search of good music focusing on Philippine culture.

BAILAN is another word for babaylan which is defined by the U.P. dictionary as: “Sa sinaunang lipunan, tao na may tungkuling magsagawa ng mga ritwal lalo na yaong pang-alay.” (Rough translation: “In early society, a person who has the responsibility of performing rituals, particularly those related to offerings.)

BAILAN is thus all about looking back to our roots, where we came from: our practices, beliefs, and values through their offerings of song.

The band started on August 10, 2006. At a time characterized by economic challenges, the continuous migration of Filipinos to other countries, and a seeming difficulty among younger people to appreciate what is Filipino or even speak the Filipino language, BAILAN seeks to create music that will imbue Filipinos with pride in their country, the Philippines.

In the past months, BAILAN has performed in schools (e.g. University of the Philippines’ Asian Center, Philippine Normal University) and upon the request of various NGOs like GZO, Community Volunteers Missioners based in the Cordillera, Peacemakers’ Circle, CCAG, and Ugat Pilipino.

BAILAN’s Songs:

To date, BAILAN already has 13 original musical pieces.

Following are the sample lyrics (in Filipino, the national language of the Philippines) of some of their songs to give you a flavor of the kind of musical performances that they do. These are included here with the permission of BAILAN. Please get in touch with them if you would like to make use of the lyrics too.

NAGHIHINTAY (Waiting)

Naghihintay, naghihintay
Dito sa parang
Hinihintay, hinihintay
Dalawin ng antok.

Hinihintay, hinihintay
Urong na gising
Upang makalipad
Sa tugatog ng bundok.

Ref.
Dahil sa dako pa roon.
Mayroong dadalawing ninuno at poon.
Hahandugan ng atang
Upang mahilom ang sakit at karamdaman.

Nawa’y maging sapat
Ang aming alay
Upang mabalik na
Sa hustong malay

O, Umboh, kami ay kaawaan
Upang mabalik na
Sa ‘yong kaharian
Ni Tuhan
Na kataas-taasan,
Na karangal-rangalan,
Na puspos ng kabaitan.

Naghihintay dalawin ng antok.(3x)

BAHAGHARI (Rainbow)

Sakay ako sa bahaghari
Nang kita’y masilayan
Anong kulay nga pala
Ng ulap mo noon.

Dili ba’t asul at luntian
Tulad ng bulaklak at halaman
Dili ba’t pula at dilaw
Tulad ng paru-parong magalaw.

Ref.
Sa dami ng kulay, Sinta
Sa liwanag kita nakikita
Dili ba’t ikaw ang pag-asa
Sa ngalan ng Lumikha.

Ulan man ay nawawari
Hangin ay namumutawi
Sa pagdatal ng ‘yong pag-ibig
Sa makulay na bahaghari.

LUHA NG LANGIT (Tears of Heaven)

Luha ng langit
Ang siya ring didilig
Sa tigang na lupa
Ng sandaigidig.
Tulad ng pighati’t
Mga kirot ng pagsubok
Yayabong ang butil
Kung tanggapin ang alok.
Pagtanggap
Ng sakit
Sa ngalan ng
Pagbabagong-loob.

Kaya’t buksan ang puso’t
Hihilumin ito
Ng himig ng pag-ibig
Na magpapalago
Sa butil ng diwang
Sisibol sa panahong
Handa na ang daigdig
Sa ‘yong pagyabong.

DALAWANG URI NG KAUNLARAN (Two Kinds of Progress)

Naandito sa hangganan
Tinatanaw ang kabundukan
Sinasaway ang pagitan
Dalawang uri ng kaunlaran.

Puno ba at halaman
O mga bakal at batong kaharian
Buhay ang sigaw sa pagitan
Alin nga ba ang tamang paraan?

Ref.
Lulunurin tayo kung di natin matandaan
Mga aral ng ninuno.
Mabubura ang katotohanan.

Profile of BAILAN’s Members:

Melchor Bayona
drums and percussions

“Choi” hails from Pasay and has been in the independent music scene since the late 1990s. He is trained in modern drumming and is now studying world percussions. He has worked in different music stores and productions in Metro Manila. His former musical affiliations include Elemento, Adaptor ,Kalumad. He is an avid outdoor enthusiast.

John Paul C. Hernandez
guitar, djembe, bamboo flute, kubing, hegalong

A native of Tondo who found his way to the cultural field through his interest in alternative music, he focused his self-education in music on guitar playing, drum playing and drum-making. This has extended to creating crafts and accessories inspired by indigenous styles. He also plays the hegalong and other indigenous musical instruments such as the kubing and the bamboo flute. He is a former member of numerous alternative music groups: Luneta Freedom Collective, Butong Pakwan, Kalumad.

Ma. Rhodora C. Veloso
lead vocals, lyricist

“Bing” Veloso has been a Philippine indigenous culture educator for 16 years. Her initial work was with the Lanao Del Norte people. In the last seven years, she has been with the Cordillerans where she expanded her vocal and song-writing repertoire, along with her development researches. She is a UP Diliman B.S. Economics graduate who continually seeks to respond to the Philippine Development question through cultural work. She also published her books with a set of cards that introduced a contemporary use of the ancient Tagalog writing system “Baybayin” (“Saysayin ng Baybayin”, 2002).

If you would like to get in touch with BAILAN to inquire about their music or to book them for performances, you may reach the band through the following:

John Paul Hernandez
46 V. Francisco St. Krus na Ligas Quezon City, Philippines
Mobile: 0910 2890897
E-mail: astroboyjp1281@yahoo.com

Or

Bing Veloso
Mobile: 0928 736 5024
E-mail: bing2v@yahoo.com

We would appreciate it if you will let BAILAN know that you obtained their contact information from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“…May the God of peace provide you with every good thing you need in order to do his will, and may He, through Jesus Christ, do in us what pleases Him. And to Christ be the glory forever and ever! Amen.” (Hebrews 13: 20-21 TEV)

Learning is a continuous process. As a young child, we focused on learning how to walk or to talk while as we grow older we are faced with more complicated learning situations: how to deal with different types of people; how to get people to buy our products, etc. For as long as we live, we need to learn new skills, attitudes, and behavior in order to improve things and situations around us.

Boyet Ongkiko’s Training and Consultancy Services:

Mr. Ongkiko is an authorized and certified teacher of Global Learning Partners, an organization which espouses Dialogue Education. This course can be offered on an in-house, live-out (e.g. 9am to 5pm) basis. Aside from Dialogue Education, Mr. Ongkiko can also prepare and teach other modules related to training enhancement, organizational development, and strategic leadership.

About Dialogue Education:

Dialogue Education, or more specifically, the “Learning to Listen Learning to Teach” course offers a disciplined and structured approach to learning about learning. The aim of this course is to teach participants how to design modules and how to teach so that learning will last. This educational approach is based on Jane Vella’s research, teaching and writing experience. The course will cover aspects like: Adult Learning Theory; Achievement Based Objectives; Principles and Practices of Adult Learning; Learning Design; Seven Steps of Planning; Adult Communication; Team Design and Teaching; and Video Feedback. Participants will also practice doing a Learning Needs Assessment; practice using the Four “I” Model, among others.

The course is designed to help facilitate learning; measure and assess learning and changes that have occurred; enhance the motivation to learn; and to aid learners in taking responsibility for continuous learning.

Typical class size will be from 12 to 16 people. Course takes 30 hours, usually scheduled from Monday to Friday. Courses are offered in English and venue for the course will have to be arranged by the sponsoring organization.

Who Can Benefit from this Course?

This course is designed for individuals involved in or with responsibility for learning, building organization competence, training, teaching, or those who are managing higher education, non-profit, or government organizations. Participants are typically trainers, OD consultants, program directors, faculty members, change management specialists, and course designers.

About Boyet Ongkiko:

Boyet Ongkiko is a licensed Dialogue Education practitioner. He finished both basic and advance courses under Peter Noteboom, president and Senior Associate of Global Learning Partners (GLP). GLP is a North Carolina corporation specializing in teaching curriculum design and facilitation skills for learners. Mr. Ongkiko has conducted over 14 dialogue education courses throughout the Philippines.

Boyet Ongkiko is a Bachelor of Science in Development Communication graduate from the University of the Philippines (U.P.), Los Baños. He has also completed all the course work required for a Masters in Development Management degree, also from U.P. Los Baños.

He has written and conducted a module on “Effective Teaching Approaches and Methods” for Pastors and Bible School Teachers in Vietnam. He has also conducted various seminars (e.g. strategic leadership and communication) for organizations like: the College of Development Communication, U.P. Los Baños; the Department of Health; Laguna Lake Development Authority; and Via Venetto and Francesco Companies.

Fees or rates for seminars and courses are quoted on a case-to-case basis considering a specific client’s requirements for training. If you would like to inquire about Mr. Ongkiko’s training and consultancy services, you may reach him through the following contact information:

Joseph Ongkiko
Mobile: 0920 922 6840
E-mail: jacongkiko@gmail.com

We would appreciate it if you will let him know that you obtained his contact information from www.AtYourWord.org

“To be wise you must first have reverence for the Lord. If you know the Holy One, you have understanding.” (Proverbs 9:10 TEV)

Music and crafts can both be universal in appeal although both may also take on a very personal meaning for each individual. The kind of fashion and music that each person enjoys stems from the individual’s tastes, experiences, and lifestyle.

John Paul Hernandez’s Products and Services:

Mr. Hernandez makes percussion instruments and is also into beadwork and bamboo crafts. He sells accessories, drums, and likewise offers services such as: drum tuning, reskin of old drums, drum repair and restoration.

How the Business Started:

He started his business 3 years ago. He was inspired to make his own drums after he met a musician who had an African djembe. He then researched on materials that he could use to make his own drums. In the process of doing his research, he came across interesting things about Filipino culture like: beadwork, our native instruments, our history, and rituals. He now makes drums with features similar to an African drum, but with a Filipino touch.

What Makes His Products and Services Different?

Mr. Hernandez aims to serve musicians and individuals with an interest in music and/or fashion. Musicians typically have a need for his services of restoration, tuning, and reskin of old drums which he states music stores do not typically offer. For accessories, on the other hand, big companies also usually mass produce these items so there is hardly any personal touch to the products that they offer. Mr. Hernandez directly handles all job requests himself, assuring clients of his “personal” touch.

If you would like to inquire about Mr. Hernandez’s products and/or services, you may reach him through the following contact information:

John Paul Hernandez

46 V. Francisco St. Krus na Ligas Quezon City, Philippines

Mobile: 0910 2890897

E-mail: astroboyjp1281@yahoo.com

We would appreciate it if you will let him know that you obtained his contact information from http://www.AtYourWord.org

“The world and everything in it that people desire is passing away; but those who do the will of God live forever.” (1 John 2: 17 TEV)

1. Have a clear objective in mind: What do you wish to accomplish with the event that you are planning? The ultimate target you have will determine a lot of things – how the program will go, the venue for the event, etc. An event to thank your top, most loyal clients, for example, will be very different from say, a product launch.

2. Start planning early: Events take time to plan. For major ones, 6 months to a year before may be sufficient. You may want to reserve a particular location for the event. The 6 months to one year allowance should ensure that you are able to hold the event at the place where you want it to be. You may of course decide to work on an event within a shorter time frame than 6 months. That is still possible but may entail unwanted and unnecessary stress.

3. Set major milestones and have a realistic timetable: List major activities or things to be done and set a deadline for each. This way, at any one time, you can tell whether you are on track or if adjustments in your planning or timetable are necessary.

4. Have someone on top of everything: The problem with having a team usually work on something is that sometimes, we assume wrongly, that certain tasks are being done when in fact, they aren’t being attended to. Be clear with assignments on a per individual basis. At the same time, someone must pull everything together and see the whole picture by taking the lead.

5. Assess and allocate your resources: Evaluate what you have in terms of people, time, and money. Put your resources to good use but make sure that you do not overburden anyone. Stick to your budget.

6. Serve good food: Whether we are talking about the actual event or gatherings or meetings necessary in planning the event, people involved in the project or more importantly, our guests and clients themselves, must be well-fed. People cannot work well if they are hungry. Clients will not be predisposed to make a decision in your favor if they are unhappy. I have seen it numerous times at seminars. The speaker or trainer may not do a good job but if the meal is good, participants still leave the venue happy. At the other extreme, even if the speaker is the best, if the guests get lousy food, the feedback about the event will not be that great.

7. Be flexible and stay cool: Do not expect everything to go your way. No event proceeds perfectly.. Not all the planning can prevent little mishaps from taking place. Just relax and go with the flow. Take comfort in the thought that you did or have done your best.

8. Call in the experts: You may want to have a professional events manager handle the planning of the event or even just the day of the event for you. Be realistic in your view of what you can and cannot handle. Do not be ashamed to ask for help.

If you have an event that you are planning and wish to have a team assist you with that, you may visit and consider touching base with:EventsPlus, Inc.

Life is made up of a series of events. Some events happen, even without our planning them. Certain events, however, can be controlled and are up to us to manage properly.

Events management or events planning is a rapidly growing industry. Gone are the days when companies can just hastily put together a temporary team to handle a particular event. Events have come into their own as a critical tool for marketing or promoting a product or service. As such, events have to be handled effectively and efficiently.

The Company:

EventsPlus, Inc. is a service company offering a full range of project management services. It specializes in events management and web development. Other services offered include: exhibition-related services, multi-media services, creative design services, systems development, publicity and promotion services, and trade fair agent services.

EventsPlus, Inc, as a company, started in February 2005. It is composed of young, talented, and energetic individuals, all of whom were former managers at CITEM. CITEM is the Philippine government’s export promotions arm, specializing in trade exhibitions and missions. Collectively, the team boasts of more than 30 years of solid project management experience. Having been connected with the government’s export promotions arm, the company is familiar with the ins and outs of doing business in the Philippines and has an established network of respected service providers.

Since its establishment in 2005, EventsPlus, Inc. has served individuals, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), various groups and associations, and multinational firms. Previous clients include: an international-based import promotion organization, a Philippine-based non governmental organization, a government agency, a private sector association of local business leaders, an export-oriented chamber, and an ad agency.

Past Projects:

EventsPlus, Inc. was appointed as the events management company to handle the over-all participation of the Tokyo-based ASEAN-Japan Centre and participating countries in the Manila F.A.M.E. International, an international export-oriented trade exhibit (April 2005). The company successfully met the demands and requirements of a Japanese client.

In December 2005, EventsPlus, Inc was contracted as the Destination Management Company (DMC) in connection with the Asia Australia Pacific Regional Conference. The company worked with the Philippine chapter of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), a group of young business leaders from around the globe. As DMC for the Offsites Committee, the company reported to Committee Chair Fernando Zobel de Ayala for 9 months.

In April 2006, Events Plus, Inc. partnered with the PR unit of ad agency Campaigns & Grey in handling the centennial anniversary celebration of the Li & Fung Group, a Hong Kong-based multinational corporation specializing in export trading, retail and distribution, and supply chain management. The success of this event establishes EventsPlus, Inc.’s expertise and track record in handling corporate events.

Contact Information:

If you wish to inquire more about EventsPlus, Inc.’s services or if you would like them to assist you in ensuring that the event you are planning goes smoothly and turns out successful, here is their contact information:

Mike M. Madayag

President

55 Biyuleta St., Tahanan Village, Parañaque City, Philippines

Tel: 850-9692

Telefax: 842-5574

Mobile: 0917 8078449

E-mail: reachus@eventsplus.com.ph

www.eventsplus.com.ph

“We receive from Him whatever we ask, because we obey His commands and do what pleases Him.” (1 John 3:22 TEV)

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