Category Archives: Great Achievements

El Verde 12 Million Trees by 2012 Movement

By | Great Achievements, Green | One Comment

 If this guy ever runs for President one day, Heart2Heart will vote for him!

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CAMSUR GOV LRAY VILLAFUERTE PUSHES FOR A GREENER COUNTRY WITH

THE EL VERDE 12 MILLION TREES BY 2012 MOVEMENT

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The fight to save the environment is well on its way, with CamSur leading the race. Led by its dynamic Governor Lray Villafuerte, CamSur has taken a big leap in conserving the nature with the El Verde 12 Million Trees by 2012 Movement, aiming to bring back the vitality of rainforests mangroves and reefs and create viable and productive farm agriculture in harmony with nature.

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The biggest environmental conservation movement for the country, El Verde 12 Million Trees by 2012 Movement was launched in two cities of CamSur, 35 municipalities, 1,036 barangays, and over 73,710 people planting 574, 000 trees in one hour. This meaningful crusade is in time for the International Year of Forests (IYF) and the launch of Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)’s National Greening Program. The program also supports the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP)’s Billion Tree Campaign.trees-camsur010-small.jpgtrees-camsur09-small.jpg

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The movement did not only aim to make Philippines the Green Capital of Asia, it also took on a feat of landing a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records with the title, Most Number of Trees Planted Simultaneously. The towns of Surima and Tinambac came together as they planted a total of 69,096 trees within 15 minutes by 6,893 participants, beating the former record of India with 50,033 trees last October 2010, as certified by Guinness Book of World Records adjudicator Seyda Sebasi-Gemici.

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The launch was attended by no less than His Excellency President Benigno “Noynoy” C. Aquino III who was all praise in this revolutionary step for the environment. “Taos-puso akong nagpapasalamat sa inyong lahat sa pagtugon sa panawagan nating isalba ang kalikasan,” said President Aquino in his speech. Babawiin na po natin ang pangaapi sa kalikasan. Tulungan po natin ang atin pong planeta, ang atin pong mundo, na makaahon sa kanya pong kahirapan,” told President Aquino. “Palagi po natin tandaan na ang ipupunla natin ngayon ay hindi lamang para sa ating mga sarili. Para ito sa kapakanan ng susunod na salinlahi,” said President Aquino.

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“Our goal is not merely to break any records. Our objective is to show the world, that a province once poor and disaster stricken can ride about the challenges and lead the country as a progressive and proactive environment advocate,” said CamSur Governor Lray Villafuerte. “This is a testament of how aggressive CamSur is in ensuring that we will leave a lasting legacy to the youth of CamSur. We want them to realize that El Verde Movement has a two-fold objective: it will care for the environment while caring for families and friends,” said CamSur Governor Lray Villafuerte.

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Assuring the sustainability of these planted areas, the El Verde 12 Million Trees by 2012 Movement enjoins families to enlist, where each participating family will be assigned with a particular area to plant a total of 2,500 trees for a minimum number of two years. For their participation, the families will be given assistance through food packages and free educational subsidies for elementary and high school age family members. They will also be automatically enrolled in the PhilHealth Indigency Program.

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The Movement also pledged to sponsor and support 10 indigent scholars for every 2,500 trees planted under the public-private partnership arrangement through “The Back Tree School” program.

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Private institutions, particularly corporate sponsors, are also invited to join the program through donations that will correspond to the number of trees they wish to plant. The provincial government will allocate a plantation site that will be named after the corporate sponsors. As part of the package for corporate sponsors, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), together with the provincial government of CamSur will oversee the maintenance and supervision of these sites.

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The launch was also attended by fellow Bicolanos– Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Ramon J. P. Paje, together with Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Secretary Gil delos Reyes, and Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Procy Alcala.

 

The event also brought together the country’s top environmental advocates, including United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Country Director Renaud Meyer, Presidential Assistant for Climate Change Bebet Gozun, former Bukidnon Representative and Environmentalist Neric Acosta, Gawad Kalinga Founder and Chairman Tony Meloto, and USAid environment officer Kerry Reeves.

 

The fight to save the environment is far from over. Let us help save the environment in our own little way and help ensure a beautiful future for generations to come. For more details, visit http://www.elverde.com/.

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Carlos Ibay

By | Arts and Culture, Great Achievements | One Comment

Heart2Heart is so fortunate to have  witnessed the talent of Carlos Ibay!  Another great Filipino talent and an inspiration!  I used to play the piano when I was younger and I love watching and listening to music from the piano. Not only can Carlos play the piano but he also has a beautiful voice.  Read on below about Carlos and be amazed at his accomplishments!

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A Cut Above

By | Great Achievements, Hot Off the Press | 3 Comments

Thank you Alnette Tan and the rest of the ICA Editors and writers for sharing this wonderful book!!! Heart2Heart loves projects like these!!!  What a great idea, a great achievement and a great gem to treasure!  The list gets longer and longer as to how many women help make a difference in our country!!  I am looking forward to reading the book and for sure will be inspired by these DIAMONDS! 

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As part of Immaculate Conception Academy, Greenhills’ 75th anniversary celebration as the first Chinese-Filipino Catholic School in the country, the ICA Alumnae Association has launched a book entitled A Cut Above.   

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Some of the featured life stories include Dr. Rosita Lim Gaw-Leong (education advocate), Jullie Yap Daza (journalist/media personality), Betty Go Roxas-Chua (founder “Rosary for Life”), Teresita Sy-Coson (SM), Linda Lim-Panutat (Founder “Bosom Buddies”), Josephine Gotianun-Yap (CEO, Filinvest Development Corp), Queena Lee-Chua (Educator), Kennie Asuncion (Internationally ranked Badminton Player), Roxanne Ang-Farillas (Founder “Plains and Prints) and Pinky Tobiano (CEO and Founder, Qualibet Testing Services).

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The objective of the ICA Alumnae Association is to continue and reinforce the formation that the school instituted.  And true to the ideals of ICA, the seeds that were planted have borne much fruit:  many ICA students and alumnae have made significant—although some quiet and uncelebrated—contributions to society in their profession, vocation, mission…and in faith. 

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This book is a fund-raising project for its many outreach programs and other activities.

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Get your copies now. Pick up points: Alumnae Association c/o Joy or Maui (7212687) or American Eye Center Shangrila Mall and Greenbelt 5 c/o Dr. Alnette Tan (09228334499). Price is P1,000. Promo Buy 5 get 1 Free or Ten percent discount for ICA Alumnae Card Holder.

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Bencab Museum

By | Arts and Culture, Great Achievements, Travel | One Comment

 A definite MUST SEE when you go to Baguio!  Even if you go to Baguio just to see this, it is all worth it!!!  It’s beautiful and so rich in art and culture! Thank you Bencab for showing the world true beauty through your works of art and making us proud to be a Filipino!

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Click below to go to the website for more information

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Minnie’s Thanksgiving Celebration

By | Christmas, Great Achievements | 2 Comments

Remember my friend, Minnie ( Romina’s Birthday Message October 26, 2009) ?  

She arrived from the states to spend Christmas with her family.  It was nice to see Minnie and finally meet Paul and her baby Kieron!  I admire all of them for everything they have gone through.  It has been tough yet they are thankful for all the blessings they have received.  Thanks Minnie for making me part of your Thanksgiving celebration! Read her story and be amazed at how strong she is and how her very good husband supported her

“My parents are throwing a Thanksgiving party for me, Paul and Kieron and for everyone who stormed the heavens with prayers for my recovery and Kieron’s safe delivery. Because of all your prayers, we are here, healthy and getting stronger everyday.” 

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Father of Philippine Luxury Retailing

By | Great Achievements, Tributes, What's New at Rustan's | One Comment

Congratulations to my Lolo!!!  Congratulations also to the rest of the family who support him and Rustan’s 

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The Philippine Retailers Association pays tribute to Ambassador Bienvenido R. Tantoco Sr. as the father of Philippine luxury retailing. Amb. Tantoco and his wife Mrs. Glecy Tantoco founded “Rustan’s” department Store. A high-end luxury retailing shop which has operated in the philippines for more than 50 years.

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 Production Credits:

Production House : Imaginimage

Executive Producer : Ditas Garcia Project Manager / Field Producer : Conrad Vargas

Writer : Bodick Corpus DP : AB Garcia Cam Asst: Henry Paralege

Tech Asst: Don-Don Hinampas

Editor : Bryan Coroza Philippine Retailers Association:

PRA Secretariat : Ms. Evelyn Salire

PRA field Producer : Allan Lopez

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Undaunted The Lopez Legacies

By | Arts and Culture, Great Achievements, Hot Off the Press | No Comments

Heart2Heart is honored to have been part of the launch of the book, Undaunted

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Tito Oscar is truly one Heart2Heart’s idols.  As I follow him in his books, in his speeches and in his work, He is very consistent in his message and very LOUD AND CLEAR!

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I am so happy that he takes time out to document everything.  I quote from one of his speeches:

Our great national hero once made an observation that is oozing with truth that goes beyond the ages. Jose Rizal said: “Ang hindi marunong lumingon sa pinangalingan ay hindi makararating sa paroroonan.” Loosely translated, he is saying that a people with no sense of history have no future. A proper appreciation of history gives a people faith in its future. And once people have faith, attitude and behavior change happens that will secure that bright future. 

It is through documenting and passing on stories and sharing experiences that the legacy can be passed on to future generations.  We always think of what we can give to our children and the future generations to come.  And aside from financial stability, I think that what is more important is to impart to your children how to survive and how to live and make a difference in other people’s lives through good values and being a good example.  And Tito Oscar has done such a great job imparting this to his family, to his companies and to society! I really believe that he would make a good president for our country

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Bigg’s Diner

By | Foodie, Great Achievements, Travel | 5 Comments

 It was so nice to meet the family behind Bigg’s.  We have been hearing many good things about it!  Carlo Buenaflor is now running the business which his Mom, Tita Nye, started since 1983! Congratulations Carlo and more power to you and your venture! We are looking forward to your expansion plans especially in Manila!

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Even if we were so full already, I made sure I tried Bigg’s before leaving Naga.  So James and I went  before going to the airport and tried a few dishes.  Loved the place and loved the food.  I wish hey open in Manila!

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Chicken and spaghetti 🙂 

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Extreme burger and french fries

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 For Franchise information

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