I want to visit all the provinces in the Philippines. You might think I have a rather simple ambition. Why the Philippines when most Pinoys would want to travel the world? Don’t get me wrong, I’d like to travel the world as much as the next Pinoy. The reason is simple, I believe in the saying ‘Huwag maging dayuhan sa sariling bayan’ (Dont’t be a stranger in your own country). Don’t you think you should too? Before packing your bags and leaving this country for good, don’t you think she deserves a second look?

It was more out of curiosity that I watched Ploning last Monday. I was not a fan of Judy Ann Santos, although I’ve watched several of her more recent films. Not that I don’t like her. I’m just choosy in the movies I watch. The kind of films she made during her teens are the kind that will never make me part with my precious money. But I guess those …

Panaad sa Negros Festival
Panaad Park and Sports Complex, Bacolod City
April 26 – May 3, 2008
Theme: Pasidungog

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

April 25 Friday Pre-Panaad Events
8:00 a.m. Opening of Mobile Passporting (2F Stadium, South Wing)
4:00 p.m. Opening of Panaad Exhibit at SM City Bacolod

April 26 Saturday Day 1
6:00 a.m. Hataw sa Panaad w/ Ching’s Group (Football Field)
VMLP NOCFED Golf Competition (NOGCC/Marapara)

6:30 a.m. Panaad NOCFED National Mountain Bike …

If there’s one place in Negros Occidental that you must visit this summer, it’s Sipalay City. Watch the video and you’ll know why.
Part 1

Part 2

Last January, I started a poll on this blog asking what’s the ultimate sign of Promdi-ness. After two months, and 15 votes, I am now ready to reveal the winner. To the 15 voters, you know who you are, thank you so much for taking time to vote. And now, the winner, for the ultimate sign of Promdi-ness, is no other than…drum rolls please…
Panghilod!
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Wow, really, I mean it’s …

I noticed that this blog received several visitors through Bacolod City & Negros Occidental forum at SkyscraperCity.com in connection with my previous post on the Best Place to Live. There were several questions raised on the forum but due to some misfortune I could not comment even though I was able to login. If ever some forumers happen to pass by again, I just would like to clarify something regarding …

It’s an affirmation of my choice. From among 65 cities that were ranked, Bacolod City topped the list of “Best Places to Live” by MoneySense magazine.

Yes, I may sound very sarcastic at times but I do reflect on Lent. This Good Friday, I’m planning to ask friends to go with me to Balaan Bukid in Jordan, Guimaras for the Way of the Cross. On the peak of Balaan Bukid or “Sacred Mountain” is a chapel (Ave Maria Purisima) and a huge white cross which is visible in most parts of the province and some parts …

Last March 1 episode of Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho of GMA7 featured Promdi Rock, or music from the provinces or those which are non-Tagalog. It featured BisRock (Bisaya Rock), RocKapampangan and T’boli music. I was hoping the show
also featured Ilonggo music but nonetheless, I’m glad they made a story on how promdi music is gaining popularity and acceptance in the mainstream airwaves. Here in Bacolod City for instance, Cebuano …

Kung Hei Fat Choi! Bacolod City welcomed the Year of the Earth Rat with an Evening Lantern Parade of the Twelve Zodiac sign animals and the customary dragon dance.