The Philippine political circus begins

As expected, the 2022 Philippine presidential election will be one of the most – if not the most – interesting elections in the Philippines. It is a political alchemy of various personalities that includes a former boxing great, the heir of the late dictator, a colorful Manila mayor, two former national police chiefs, and the widow of an assassinated… Read More »

I Like RP Politics

Nope. Kung walang himala, wala ring same old, same old. (Kalabaw lang daw ang tumatanda.) Each day is a new day, my friend. Gumising, ngumiti at pasalamatan ang Diyos for the wake-up. Open your eyes to your only chance to capture every moment and make your new day the best you have ever lived. Greet the world with… Read More »

Why do I write?

“And what is this writing, anyway, as a human activity or as a vocation, or as a profession, or as a hack job, or perhaps even as an art, and why do so many people feel compelled to do it?”   Margaret Atwood, Negotiating with the Dead: A Writer on Writing (2002). Unless you are being paid to… Read More »

Mental Health for Young People

Young people aged 15 to 24 are more likely or vulnerable to experience mental illness or substance use disorder than any other age group. According to Youth Mental Health Canada, an estimated 1.2 million children and youth in Canada are affected by mental illness—yet less than 20 per cent will receive appropriate treatment. By age 25, approximately 20… Read More »

RECHIE VALDEZ: POWER WOMAN!

Kalayaan Hall was swarmed by rabid devotees last Sept 26 to cheer Rechie Valdez who made history as the first elected Filipina woman  to sit in the House of Commons.   Bravo to this lady who seems to work well under pressure with unbridled vitality marching to the beat of her own drum.   (With good friend Janet… Read More »

This & That

If you have not seen Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings in the big screen yet, I strongly recommend that you do. While watching the eponymous movie,  I realized how much I missed watching a movie in person in a physical theatre.  And Shang-Chi is meant to be seen on the big screen, no doubt. That… Read More »

Volunteer at Safehaven

Safehaven is a home – a refuge for vulnerable populations living with disabilities and medical complexities. They deliver respite and residential care that not only exceeds medical standards, but is non-institutional and fun. Safehaven’s commitment to care for vulnerable populations living with medically complex needs requires extreme diligence and precision at the best of times. Thanks to their… Read More »

Brouhaha over Texas abortion law

On September 7, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law the so-called “heartbeat law” (SB8). Immediately it unleashed a maelstrom of protests from women’s groups, who criticized the ban as early as six weeks into pregnancy. After six weeks, the new law doesn’t allow abortions even in the case of rape or incest; however, it makes an exception if… Read More »

VALIDITY OF SALE OF LAND COVERED BY LAND REFORM LAW

Q. Greetings with God’s Love, Peace and Protection. I am so blessed by your knowledge  and wisdom in legal arena. I am rooting always on your youtube because it really helpful,  informative and very understandable. Keep up the good work Atty.  On the other hand, I am writing to you and your honorable office with regard to our… Read More »