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DAILY QUOTES / Don't be so quick to blame others
« on: May 15, 2011, 11:18:16 PM »
Remember, when you point a finger at someone, three more fingers are pointing back at you... 
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VIDEOS / MOVIES TO WATCH FOR FREE / Shakira's Waka Waka (The official FIFA World Cup 2010 song)
« on: July 10, 2010, 12:03:06 PM »3
PARTY PARTY PARTY / Facebook: Hilarious Lessons to Live By
« on: July 07, 2010, 02:28:41 PM »
Facebook is undoubtedly THE social networking site, right? I, for one, have to check it daily. Facebook, after all,
is Fun...........
is Addictive....
is a great way to meet old and new friends....
is private.......WRONG!
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Here are just some of the funny stuff that happens in the FB world. Enjoy!
LESSON: Never assume. It makes a you-know-what of u and me.
LESSON: Your boss may be on Facebook, too. LOL!
is Fun...........
is Addictive....
is a great way to meet old and new friends....
is private.......WRONG!
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Here are just some of the funny stuff that happens in the FB world. Enjoy!
LESSON: Never assume. It makes a you-know-what of u and me.
LESSON: Your boss may be on Facebook, too. LOL!
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FUN GAMES WITH YOUR FRIENDS / Strange, Unusual and just plain Funny Pictures
« on: July 06, 2010, 09:49:30 AM »Share funny and unusual signs and photos you've seen.
Makes sense...
How in the world...
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FASHION and HOBBIES / My Bucket List: 10 Things I'd like to do before I die
« on: July 01, 2010, 03:54:40 PM »
Have you ever thought of things you’d like to do but haven’t gotten around to doing? Here’s my bucket list (not in any particular order):
Do you have a bucket list? What would YOU like to do before you die?
- Take a European tour (sigh!)
- Learn how to ride a bicycle (frustrating kaayo!! hehe)
- Visit the Great Wall of China (maybe soon)
- Have a baby (
) - Build my dream house
- Learn to speak Spanish fluently
- Dance on stage (haha!
) - Visit the White House
- Take that darn Hollywood tour (pila na ni ka tuig giplano)
- Learn sign language (because, seriously, I think I’m going deaf. LOL! )
Do you have a bucket list? What would YOU like to do before you die?
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PARTY PARTY PARTY / Kristel's July Topic Titles
« on: June 30, 2010, 11:41:38 AM »
Okay, here are my topics. 
Broken Heart Syndrome
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9117.new#new
My Bucket List: 10 Things I'd like to do before I die
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9146.new#new
Strange, Unusual and just plain Funny Pictures
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9202.new#new
Facebook: Hilarious Lessons to Live By
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9239.msg428348#msg428348
Shakira's Waka Waka (The official FIFA World Cup 2010 song)
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9404.msg429690;boardseen#new
My Homemade Banana cue
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9408.new#new
Broken Heart Syndrome
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9117.new#new
My Bucket List: 10 Things I'd like to do before I die
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9146.new#new
Strange, Unusual and just plain Funny Pictures
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9202.new#new
Facebook: Hilarious Lessons to Live By
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9239.msg428348#msg428348
Shakira's Waka Waka (The official FIFA World Cup 2010 song)
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9404.msg429690;boardseen#new
My Homemade Banana cue
http://www.mikeygatal.com/connect/index.php?topic=9408.new#new
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HEALTH WATCH / Broken Heart Syndrome: The heart CAN physically break!
« on: June 30, 2010, 11:40:49 AM »
BURBANK, Calif. (KABC) -- Doctors now know that the heart can actually break. Stress caused from loss of a spouse or any other emotional trigger can cause the heart to physically change shape. It's called "Broken Heart Syndrome" and it can mimic a heart attack.
The Paliuses of Studio City are a happy couple. So it may surprise you that 77-year-old Elizabeth Palius nearly died of a broken heart. It sure surprised her.
"Now you know, I never heard of it before, never heard of Broken Heart Syndrome," said Elizabeth.
Broken Heart Syndrome can cause symptoms similar to a heart attack. It usually occurs after a person experiences intense emotion.
The exact cause is not known but cardiologists believe that stress can trigger physiological events that could lead to the syndrome. Stress from economic factors, a broken romance, or personal tragedy.
"The predominance of patients are women, usually in their 60s and 70s," said Dr. David Sato, cardiologist, Providence St. Joseph Medical Center.
For Elizabeth, the trigger was a continual struggle to breathe. She has chronic lung problems and had a flare-up at the grocery store.
She felt deep distress. The next thing Elizabeth knew, paramedics were rushing her to the emergency room.
"And all those people were in there and they're crowding around you and that's when I got scared," said Elizabeth.
Doctors at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center quickly realized what it was.
The Japanese call it Tako-Tsubo Syndrome, because when the heart contracts it takes on the shape of a "tako-tsubo," or octopus trap.
Doctors treat with blood thinners and medications to decrease strain on the heart. Patients often recover quickly without any lasting damage.
While Dr. Sato says no one can prepare for all of life's uncertainties, anyone suffering from chest pain and labored breathing should call 911 right away.
Now that she knows what stress can do to the heart, Elizabeth has a more relaxed attitude toward life.
The Paliuses of Studio City are a happy couple. So it may surprise you that 77-year-old Elizabeth Palius nearly died of a broken heart. It sure surprised her.
"Now you know, I never heard of it before, never heard of Broken Heart Syndrome," said Elizabeth.
Broken Heart Syndrome can cause symptoms similar to a heart attack. It usually occurs after a person experiences intense emotion.
The exact cause is not known but cardiologists believe that stress can trigger physiological events that could lead to the syndrome. Stress from economic factors, a broken romance, or personal tragedy.
"The predominance of patients are women, usually in their 60s and 70s," said Dr. David Sato, cardiologist, Providence St. Joseph Medical Center.
For Elizabeth, the trigger was a continual struggle to breathe. She has chronic lung problems and had a flare-up at the grocery store.
She felt deep distress. The next thing Elizabeth knew, paramedics were rushing her to the emergency room.
"And all those people were in there and they're crowding around you and that's when I got scared," said Elizabeth.
Doctors at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center quickly realized what it was.
The Japanese call it Tako-Tsubo Syndrome, because when the heart contracts it takes on the shape of a "tako-tsubo," or octopus trap.
Doctors treat with blood thinners and medications to decrease strain on the heart. Patients often recover quickly without any lasting damage.
While Dr. Sato says no one can prepare for all of life's uncertainties, anyone suffering from chest pain and labored breathing should call 911 right away.
Now that she knows what stress can do to the heart, Elizabeth has a more relaxed attitude toward life.
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BREAKING NEWS / Arnel Pineda’s version of RP anthem criticized
« on: March 16, 2010, 03:54:45 PM »
GMANews.TV - Monday, March 15
(Updated 9:20 p.m.) The National Historical Institute said Sunday it was filing a complaint against Journey lead singer Arnel Pineda for changing the tone and tempo of the Philippine national anthem when he sang it before the Pacquiao-Clottey bout in Texas.
Pineda sang "Lupang Hinirang" (Beloved Land) during Pacquiao’s successful bout against Joshua Clottey of Ghana on Saturday (Sunday in Manila), his powerful, high-pitched voice filling the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
But Teddy Atienza, chief of the Heraldry Section of the NHI, was not pleased. A "24 Oras" report quoted him as saying that they would file a complaint against Pineda before the Department of Justice for his "wrong" version of the national anthem.
The NHI is the government body tasked to ensure respect for the national anthem, Philippine flag and other national symbols.
Under Section 37 of Republic Act 8491 or the Flag and Heraldic Code, the national anthem must be sung in accordance with the original musical arrangement of composer Julian Felipe, who gave it a marching tempo. Violators may be fined P5,000 to P20,000 or jailed for a year.
Pineda, for his part, defended his version, saying he had sung it with all his heart. He said he would ask his lawyer to deal with the complaint once it is filed.
Pineda, who rose to fame in 2007 when members of the US-based band discovered him on YouTube, belted out before a crowd of almost 51,000 boxing fans his somewhat slow rendition of "Lupang Hinirang."
The singer, wearing a brown long-sleeved polo with native prints, started well in the song but faltered when he tried to raise the pitch — a practice frowned upon by NHI — of the final part of the anthem. The crowd cheered nonetheless.
Cheers and jeers
"What happened to your voice and to the anthem?" asked a fan of the singer on his Facebook fan page.
"Ba’t iniba mo ‘yung [last notes] ng anthem (Why did you change the last notes of the anthem)?" asked another. "Parang malalagutan na ng hininga (You sounded like you were running out of breath)," still another said.
Some, however, praised Pineda for a job well done.
"Good job Arnel! Your patriotic rendition of ["Lupang Hinirang"] was awesome. You made me so proud to be Pinay," a fan said. "I love you Arnel Pineda. Beautiful anthem, beautiful voice," another said.
The institute has criticized a number of Filipino singers who had sung the Philippine national anthem in recent fights of Pacquiao for supposedly creating their own interpretation of the song.
Crooner Martin Nievera’s rendition of "Lupang Hinirang" in Pacquiao’s fight against British Ricky Hatton in May 2009 caused an uproar for its deviation from the prescribed musical arrangement.
Aside from Nievera, pop girl group "La Diva" also received a failing grade from the National Historical Institute for its version of the anthem during Pacquiao’s match with Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto in November 2009.
"I’m sure you guys will be proud," Pineda told GMA News before his fight with Clottey.
Other singers
The NHI earlier noted that if properly sung with a two-fourths beat and 100 metronomes, the national anthem should last 53 seconds. Pineda’s version was 89 seconds long.
Among the singers reprimanded by the NHI for deviating from the song’s original form were Charice Pempengco, Jennifer Bautista and Christian Bautista. The latter is remembered for leaving out several lines of the anthem during a boxing match of Gerry Peñalosa in Muntinlupa in 2007.
All three singers have apologized, claiming they had not intended to change some notes.
Singers like Sarah Geronimo, Lani Misalucha and Kyla, whose versions of the anthem at different Pacquiao matches had lasted for over a minute, have also been criticized by the NHI for turning the national anthem into a ballad. — with Norman P. Aquino/KBK, GMANews.TV
(Updated 9:20 p.m.) The National Historical Institute said Sunday it was filing a complaint against Journey lead singer Arnel Pineda for changing the tone and tempo of the Philippine national anthem when he sang it before the Pacquiao-Clottey bout in Texas.
Pineda sang "Lupang Hinirang" (Beloved Land) during Pacquiao’s successful bout against Joshua Clottey of Ghana on Saturday (Sunday in Manila), his powerful, high-pitched voice filling the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
But Teddy Atienza, chief of the Heraldry Section of the NHI, was not pleased. A "24 Oras" report quoted him as saying that they would file a complaint against Pineda before the Department of Justice for his "wrong" version of the national anthem.
The NHI is the government body tasked to ensure respect for the national anthem, Philippine flag and other national symbols.
Under Section 37 of Republic Act 8491 or the Flag and Heraldic Code, the national anthem must be sung in accordance with the original musical arrangement of composer Julian Felipe, who gave it a marching tempo. Violators may be fined P5,000 to P20,000 or jailed for a year.
Pineda, for his part, defended his version, saying he had sung it with all his heart. He said he would ask his lawyer to deal with the complaint once it is filed.
Pineda, who rose to fame in 2007 when members of the US-based band discovered him on YouTube, belted out before a crowd of almost 51,000 boxing fans his somewhat slow rendition of "Lupang Hinirang."
The singer, wearing a brown long-sleeved polo with native prints, started well in the song but faltered when he tried to raise the pitch — a practice frowned upon by NHI — of the final part of the anthem. The crowd cheered nonetheless.
Cheers and jeers
"What happened to your voice and to the anthem?" asked a fan of the singer on his Facebook fan page.
"Ba’t iniba mo ‘yung [last notes] ng anthem (Why did you change the last notes of the anthem)?" asked another. "Parang malalagutan na ng hininga (You sounded like you were running out of breath)," still another said.
Some, however, praised Pineda for a job well done.
"Good job Arnel! Your patriotic rendition of ["Lupang Hinirang"] was awesome. You made me so proud to be Pinay," a fan said. "I love you Arnel Pineda. Beautiful anthem, beautiful voice," another said.
The institute has criticized a number of Filipino singers who had sung the Philippine national anthem in recent fights of Pacquiao for supposedly creating their own interpretation of the song.
Crooner Martin Nievera’s rendition of "Lupang Hinirang" in Pacquiao’s fight against British Ricky Hatton in May 2009 caused an uproar for its deviation from the prescribed musical arrangement.
Aside from Nievera, pop girl group "La Diva" also received a failing grade from the National Historical Institute for its version of the anthem during Pacquiao’s match with Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto in November 2009.
"I’m sure you guys will be proud," Pineda told GMA News before his fight with Clottey.
Other singers
The NHI earlier noted that if properly sung with a two-fourths beat and 100 metronomes, the national anthem should last 53 seconds. Pineda’s version was 89 seconds long.
Among the singers reprimanded by the NHI for deviating from the song’s original form were Charice Pempengco, Jennifer Bautista and Christian Bautista. The latter is remembered for leaving out several lines of the anthem during a boxing match of Gerry Peñalosa in Muntinlupa in 2007.
All three singers have apologized, claiming they had not intended to change some notes.
Singers like Sarah Geronimo, Lani Misalucha and Kyla, whose versions of the anthem at different Pacquiao matches had lasted for over a minute, have also been criticized by the NHI for turning the national anthem into a ballad. — with Norman P. Aquino/KBK, GMANews.TV
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FUN GAMES WITH YOUR FRIENDS / Best Comeback Line
« on: February 19, 2010, 10:12:01 AM »
This policeman was being cross-examined by a defence attorney during a felony trial.
The lawyer was trying to undermine the police officer's credibility...
Q: 'Officer, did you see my client fleeing the scene?'
A: 'No sir. But I subsequently observed a person matching the description of the offender, running several blocks away.'
Q: 'Officer -- who provided this description?'
A: 'The officer who responded to the scene.'
Q: 'A fellow officer provided the description of this so-called offender. Do you trust your fellow officers?'
A: 'Yes, sir. With my life.'
Q: 'With your life? Let me ask you this then officer. Do you have a room where you change your clothes in preparation for your daily duties?'
A: 'Yes sir, we do!'
Q: 'And do you have a locker in the room?'
A: 'Yes sir, I do.'
Q: 'And do you have a lock on your locker?'
A: 'Yes sir.'
Q: 'Now why is it, officer, if you trust your fellow officers with your life, you find it necessary to lock your locker in a room you share with these same officers?'
A: 'You see, sir -- we share the building with the court complex, and sometimes lawyers have been known to walk through that room.'
The courtroom EXPLODED with laughter, and a prompt recess was called.
The officer on the stand has been nominated for this year's 'Best Comeback' line.
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MEET AND GREET / Vrglguapo, Welcome!
« on: November 07, 2009, 01:05:11 PM »
Let's all welcome our newest member, vrglguapo! Enjoy the forum!