Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova, Andy Murray and other TennisSuperstars in IPTL Manila: A Success!

Sunday, November 30, 2014




Today was an early salvo for my birthday. It's not December yet at the time I'm writing this piece but when someone invited me to come over Mall of Asia Arena, I never thought my Tennis fan dreams would come true. I'm sure you've seen some of the greatest tennis players in the world on TV, but this time we're seeing them live! Yes, the IPTL league is in the country and they've brought along tennis greats such as Maria Sharapova, Ana Ivanovic, Kiki Mladenovic, Philippousis, Kohlschreiber, Huey, Tsonga and a lot more. I even got word that Serena Williams arrived today. Do we even absorb that? Do we even realize what we're watching? I know, it hasn't really sunk in yet for me either.

OMG World's #1 Serena Williams!

These past few days, I get chills seeing the gorgeous Masha on cable tv. Her gorgeous face, her height, I get confused sometimes because she's way beautiful than some titled queens I know, even if she's not wearing any make up. I sighed a few more seeing her hit those ground strokes that speed faster than cars in EDSA and streets going to the malls. I remember saying expletives while watching her matches with team Manila Mavericks at home and I didn't care there were strangers either. 

Mark Philippoussis wins for Manila Mavericks on Men's Singles

Filipino American Huey and partner Tonga won the Men's Doubles for the Manila Mavericks! 

Arnel Pineda passed by. Yes I missed taking his photo because I was busy watching Murray on the court :) 


Andy Murray and his partner wins on Mixed Singles. Looks like Andrew Garfield no?

Serena Williams is now battling with Kirsten Flipkens but I'm sure you know who will win.

I love Serena but not as much as Masha :) but she sure is a talented player, she doesn't play around when she's inside the court. 

"It was overwhelming when I came out, it was tough but I had fun playing" says world's number one Serena Williams.

Watching here live, was something surreal for me, much like what her fans were feeling in Manila. It was good she felt like a rockstar everytime she had to walk on the court and sidelines, I think every fan had that notion of making her welcome every second she's here. I've seen several guys getting their stuff signed and I too was dying to at least get a load of that. I'd prolly die interviewing her (well almost that is). Today is the last day but I felt these guys went thousands of miles around the world and get here just to make us happy. That fact alone put a smile on my face (a silly grin even) when I don't even smile on photos. Even if the Manila Mavericks didn't win, I was still ecstatic to see Masha winning individual matches, they also were tough to beat in these matches, sort of "giving them a good fight" was totally okay with me and winning was just a bonus! (As if I had a say on that! Haha!)



With what it's worth, seeing these guys play the matches of their life on court was probably one of the ways they say "Thank You" to all of us. You must understand, they only do this a couple of years and they're spending part of it in Manila. At least that'll put us on the map of go to places, and if heaven permits we would learn a couple or two things on hosting or playing the sport. Will Filipinos pick up after this scene? I don't know, nevertheless, I was inspired and I'm sure thousands of kids too. 

Andy Murray saying a few things after he won the Men's Singles for Manila Mavericks

That's when it hit me, IPTL makes dreams come true! Starting here in Manila was but a humongous task but they did it without hesitation because as they were finding answers, the Manila crowd answered with sold out crowds in the 3 whole days they were here. That puts all doubts to rest, and when the event was done I heard they promised that they'll take IPTL back next year! Isn't that awesome news? I might not have been able to see Maria Sharapova today but maybe she'll be back next year. Who knows? I might see her then!

Thank you IPTL for the chance to see these Tennis superstars in the Philippines, thank you for making our tennis wishes come true!




COW

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The New Greenwich 4-in-1 Overload Pizza!



Ever got caught in that dilemma of ordering pizza and you, your office mates, your friends couldn't decide what pizza flavor to choose? Well I've got good news for you. The Philippines most favorite pizza and pasta brand is dishing out something special this holiday season. Ladies and gentlemen, presenting the new Greenwich 4-in-1 Overload Pizza!



Think of your 4 favorite Greenwich Pizza flavors like Pepperoni, Hawaiian Overload, All Meat and Cheese Overload and the Ultimate Overload all in one 15 inch pizza. It's the perfect for those who want it all, a taste of the other pizza flavors when you couldn't make up your mind or just want a piece of it all. Now it's easier to make your friends and family happy because you've got it all, in one single pie. 


Open up a bottle of soft drink, pour it on a glass. Take it to the living room, or your office pantry and ask your friends to join in. It's easy to enjoy the new Greenwich 4-in-1 Ultimate Overload Pizza because it's got hundreds of ways to keep coming back to the number 1 best selling pizza in the Philippines. Oh and did I say it's only Php 549.00? Isn't that enough reason to celebrate? Go call 55555 or visit www.greenwichdelivery.com and order this one online!

I love you Greenwich!


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Kim Chiu and Xian Lim for Past Tense

Friday, November 28, 2014




Two of the biggest stars and lovely couple or best "friends" from ABSCBN, Kim Chiu and Xian Lim stars in this movie that puts value in time and love to a different spin. KIMXI as they are known by their fans, has brought out their third movie. This is called Past Tense. A fat guy named Babs played by hunky Xian Lim only wanted one girl, he did all the things she wanted, made favors for her, even treated her like a princess. She was someone she loved from the very start. As with fat people, much like this blogger writing the article (hehe), when you're on the wide side physically... you could only be seen by people with your attributes, and don't even see the possibility of love and relationships. I've been in that road many times, I could definitely relate to Babs.



Belle, played by Best Actress winner Kim Chiu on the other hand had so many things going for her. She had the best friend who never left her side all these years, someone who made her happy when she's down. She also had someone following her around like a dog on a leash and always tried to find ways to see things are perfect for her. Did she really turn the other way and left Babs with a broken heart? Is she really that cruel to fall for a different guy who's got all the nicest physical attributes she always wanted? Is she throwing all those memories away?



Now what would she do if she meets her future self? When Belle of the future (played by Ms. Aiai Delas Alas) comes back and haunts Babs, tells him exactly what to do to get Belle of the current day to love him. Would Babs become the hunky man Belle would fall in love with?


There are so many questions but only a few minutes to watch their movie showing on theaters can answer it. Kim Chiu and Xian Lim never looked better together and with this third movie that they've done together, it's going to be one funny, romantic and learning experience that they want to give to their fans. This they assured us during that afternoon.


This romantic comedy film is directed by Mae Cruz Alviar. She says they want to show Xian and Kim different than the other movies who may have had the same fat suited characters. It's not going to be similar and she made sure to follow and suggest changes to the project as this is a collaboration. They're not that strict following the script and all their ideas pretty much was a breeze to insert in the movie. They didn't have any problems because just like Kim and Xian, they were very game. Kim says she even surprises Xian on some scenes because she wanted it to look natural, she wanted it funny so when they go and take a scene, she puts in different lines to put Xian off. They laughed about it after the shoot.



By the way, Kim also said in this blogcon that she was glad that Xian does not get mad at her anymore when she plays tricks on him. In hindsight, everybody matures... even Xian and I fervently hope their friendship blossoms into something even bigger. Xian wishes that as well.

Kim Chiu, Xian Lim, the cast and the crew of Past Tense would want you to watch their movie shown in theaters nationwide! They said sorry on shows yesterday because the typhoon set off the delivery of copies to theaters, hence a little delay. Though now they're sure that you can watch them on theaters, so rush to the nearest mall... go hurry! Thank you Star Cinema for making another worthy film, I'll watch this weekend so see you in theaters!



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Lauren Young Visits CHILDHAUS on her Birthday!

Thursday, November 27, 2014



We went back to CHILDHAUS in Mapangakit Street, Quezon City to celebrate the birthday GMA's Lauren Young. She's part of the hit show "Hiram na Alaala" which she's doing together with Dennis Trillo, Rocco Nacino and Kris Bernal. She wanted to be with the kids who are in dire straights so she could actually help, or just simply spend time with them. These kids have different ailments including cancer and this shelter caters to them so they don't have to go to far flung provinces to get treatment for it. They are indigent and when Lauren arrived (straight from school) the kids welcomed her by performing on stage, they were good, that made Lauren even cry a bit.


It included a song to thank her too so that part made Lauren get touched even more. This was really a sweet gesture from the kids!


Since it's Lauren's birthday, she had sponsors help her give gifts to the kids. All the things you see here, will be given to the foundation, the parents and the kids. Lauren thanked GMA Artist Center for preparing this event. She also thanked Monreo Biscuits, Thai Tea, Mogu Mogu, Sun Cellular, Active White, Zagu and Kambal Pandesal who chipped in to make this event possible.


She also started to sit down with them and do a little story telling. It taught the kids how to love their parents which was so fit in this occasion. They also joined the games GMA Artist Center prepared for them. Even if some of them looked sick, the smile on their faces tell us otherwise. There were several survivors in the center too that told us their story and how CHILDHAUS helped them during the toughest times. It only means that this place put up by private organizations is doing it's purpose, to ultimately help those who need a place to stay when undergoing chemotherapy. 


Lauren couldn't thank the people enough for giving her a meaningful way to spend her birthday. Her wish is for everyone, including herself to have a better year ahead. She also wishes the kids could get better and have their family behind them all throughout their battle with cancer. Some of the kids we visited there a few months ago were gone but they said some got to get home already. That was great news, but for some who we still saw in the shelter, they still need our help. I hope this Christmas, you could get to celebrate the holidays with them too. Or if not, try to help you local charities as much as you can, not only in material things, but time.. precious time.. that would be a great thing to make them heal faster, I'm sure of that!

Happy happy birthday Lauren Young and I hope to get to interview you soon for Hiram Na Alaala. I wish I could visit their set again sometime soon. Thank you to GMA Artist Center for having us once again!

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A Touching Birthday with Kristofer Martin


 
It's been a few days since this happened. Kristofer Martin, star of GMA shows such as Endless Love, Tween Hearts, Munting Heredera, Pahiram ng Sandali, Kakambal ni Eliana, Kahit Nasaan Ka Man and Sunday All Stars just turned 20. He hasn't actually made any arrangements and was already on a grumpy mode because he thought nobody remembered it was his birthday. His handler, his Mom and Dad went with him to a contract signing because they told him someone was interested to get him as endorser. With that in mind, he was already having resentments because he's got no party happening that day, no simple dinner, no gifts, no people. Then when he got to Centerstage, he got surprised big time by GMA Artist Center!

 
Kristofer Martin and Tess Bomb
Kristofer was so happy to see some of his closest fans in attendance. Tess Bomb hosted the show and the crowd had fun with her antics. She teased Kristofer and played with his fans too. Then while the program was running, they asked Kristofer to sing on stage. Since Centerstage is a place for Karaoke, they had all the newest tunes and everyone could pick a song and sing in front of the stage just for kicks. Kristofer made sure his fans were kept happy too by giving away stuff from his sponsors Unisilver Time, Hammerhead, YSA Botanica, Meister Watch (who gave him a brand new spanking watch!) and Candy Club. Fans were there since afternoon and was part of the surprise, Kristofer saw how much they loved him so he did sing a couple of songs, but in the middle of that, someone arrived in the venue.


They went wild when she came in, yes it's Joyce Ching! I think they still look good together and Kristofer almost burst into tears when she surprised him. Joyce actually came from shooting and she didn't have sleep yet but she wanted to be here on Kristofer's special day. I don't know their relationship status but from the looks of it, they are as good as "in love". Kristofer Martin's Mom was there though and was very protective haha!


Close friend and good looking actor Derrick Monasterio also surprised Kristofer during his birthday celebration and even sang a Josh Groban number. He's a good man, good actor and I hope he gets better at it. He deserves to have a lead role in his own soap soon. He wished Kristofer to have a break from his busy schedule and perhaps go out with the guys. His best friends were there anyway, and I think they did really go out that evening.


Now these guys were just the tip of the iceberg, because he had more surprises after these celebrities that evening.


Kristofer's fans went up on stage and put him in the center. They began singing a song for him which he really appreciated. He liked it so much he began balling, he was really touched by the gesture and the love these guys and gals gave him.

Then after that, Kristofer's Mom and Dad gave their message. Kristofer started balling and cried as his Mom and Dad thanked him. Dad also said that even if he's not around, he should always follow Mom's advice and I think he took it to heart. His folks also reminded him that there are a lot of people who believe and love him so he better not disappoint.


Then I saw a lot of people crying. The fact is, this guy is just starting but he's felt really loved during this day. Tess Bomb told me that among the events we've been in, she says this one has got a lot of heart in it. I couldn't agree with her more because Kristofer has been working so hard and this was some sort of GMA Artist Center saying "Thank You" to him too. He was surprised they organized something this big, in some way I hope he felt special.... because he is after all a prized young talent in this station.

I heard he's going to be in a new program called Healing Hearts next year, so that's something you should watch out for. He's going to be together with Joyce Ching on that too so if you like the pair, that's even more reason to love them. Happy happy birthday Tun! Don't doubt that you are loved okay? Don't cry so I won't post photos like that next time haha! Sorry had to! :) Happy birthday man!

Thanks to GMA Artist Center for having us during this event!


COW

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