Filipino Is Not The Language Of The Learned - James Soriano

I am posting this profound response of my friend Dominic to James Soriano’s article that was published online at the Manila Bulletin Online Portal last August 24entitled: Language, learning, identity, privilege

Ang Wikang Filipino ay kailan man hindi naging wika para lamang sa mga taong walang pinag aralan. Ang wikang filipino ay wika ng mga tao sa Pilipinas, ano naman kung ang wika natin ay hindi ginagamit sa matematika, siyensa o sa iba pang kurso o kaalaman. Dibat sa Amerika pag bumili ka ng suka eh ingles din ang gamit? Ang wika ay kailan man hindi naging pamantayan ng karunugan. Ang wika ay isang pamamaraan ng komunikasyon at pagkakaisa ng isang lahi, kahit sampung wika na iba iba pa ang alam mo ay hindi ito nangangahulugan na ikaw ay isang matalinong tao.

Ako ay Filipino at ang wikang Filipino ay aking ginagamit hindi lamang sa mga katulong at manong. Ginagamit ko ito sa aking ama, ina at sa mga pinapahalgan kong mga kapwa Filipino. May isang Filipino na marahil ay nangaling sa isang marangya na pamilya sa Pilipinas na minulat ng kanyang pamilya sa wikang Ingles. Marahil siya ay may gustong iparating sa ating mga "hamak" na Filipino ngunit sino ka upang maliitin ang wikang Filipino, marahil sa paaralan at kuminidad na iyong kinagisnan ang wikang Filipino ay hindi ginagamit dahil ito ay minamaliit. Marahil dapat ay inisip mo muna kung saan ka nanggaling bago mo sabihin na ang wikang Filipino ay hindi para sa aral. Marahil ang gusto mong sabihin ang Wikang Filipino ay pang mahirap lamang at hindi para sa mga katulad mong pinalaki sa layaw.

Maraming Filipino ang mahihirap ngunit aral, at nag papasalamat ako at isa ako sa mga iyon at kailan man hindi ko minamaliit ang mga manong at manang ng aming tahanan. Sinisikap ko pa nga na aralin ang kanilang mga dialekto upang aking mas maintindihan ang kanilang buhay. Ako ay namulat sa pamilya na may pinag-aralan at respetadong mga abugado't huwes ng ating bayan at sa kasalukuyan ako ay nag aaral ng batas. Ang ingles ang ginagamit sa korte dahil noong unang panahon ay hindi na isalin sa ating wika ang mismong mga batas na ating sinusunod ngayon. Ngunit hindi naman pinagbabawal na mag-salita ng wikang Filipino sa korte lalo na sa mga bayan at probinsya, ngunit hindi nangangahulugan na ang mga abugado sa mga probinsya na minsan ay ang lokal na dialekto pa ang ginagamit sa korte ay hindi aral or mas mababa sa mga abugado na magaling sa ingles.

Sana'y iyong maiisp Ginoong James Soriano na ang iyong isinulat na saloobin ay hindi angkop sa paksa ng pamagat nito "Language, learning, identity, privilege" and dapat na iyong pamagat ay "Filipino language is for the poor and English is for the rich and privilege citizens of this country"

Ang Taong hindi marunong magpahalaga sa sariling wika ay masahol pa sa isang bulok na isda. Ang pagpapahalaga ay nasa puso wala ito sa paggamit ng wika. Ito ay nasa puso na kahit saan ka man sa mundo na kahit isang daang wika pa ang alam mo, hindi mo kinakalimutan at ikinahihiya na ikaw ay Filipino at ang wikang iyong ginagamit sa palengke man o sa isang "aral" na pamamaraan taas noo mong ibinibigkas na ako ay ISANG FILIPINO!

Ito ay isang saloobin at isang pamamahayag ng aking pagpapahalaga ng Wikang Filipino na ating ipinagmamalaki lalo sa buwan ng Agusto, ang buwan kung saan ay ating ginugunita ang "Pambansang Wika."

-Dominic Orda, Law Student

Miss Universe 2011 Updates: Miss Philippines Shamcey Supsup Official Evening Gown and Swimsuit Photos

This just in. The official pictorial of Miss Philippines Universe Shamcey Supsup in Swimsuit and Evening Gown! She look so fresh and these shots of her are screaming Miss Universe!!!!


Shamcey's transformation is just amazing! I hope her momentum will continue until the finals!!! Make us proud Shamcey girl!

via the official Miss Universe website.

Breaking Dawn Part 1 New Poster!

Yay! This was posted all over the net a week ago and I just saw it tonight! FAIL! I’m really excited to watch the first part of the last installment of Breaking Dawn. Wee! Check out the new poster below! It’s so cool that they’ve the other characters below J

Here’s the first movie poster released early this year.

Pretty cool huh? I don't sound excited at all right? lmao

Miss Venezuela Universe 2011 Vanessa Goncalvez – Another Marelisa Or Not?

After the disappointing performance of Marelisa Gibson last year at the 59^th Edition of the Miss Universe, Can Vanessa redeem her country and place (and perhaps win) in this year’s pageant? After a back to back win for Venezuela in 2008 and 2009, the country failed to place into the top 15 last year, the first time since 2006 and it’s only the 23^rd time that the country failed to be part of the semi-finals. There is a very high expectation for this Venezuelan beauty who competed as Miss Miranda at last year’s Miss Venezuela for a right to represent the country in the Miss Universe. Vanessa is a dentist by profession and is considered by many to be a strong contender for this year’s crown.

Looking at the pictures below, can she crack the semifinals this year or will she be another Marelisa Gibson? ( peace out, I don’t have anything against Miss Gibson )

( Official Swimsuit Shoot For Miss Universe 2011)

Her National Costume c/o Miss Venezuela

During the Miss Venezuela 2010

With Marelisa Gibson, Miss Venezuela 2009

I do not own any of the photos. Credits to the owners. No copyright infringement intended.

Miss Malaysia, Deborah Henry As Miss Universe 2011?

It’s time for Miss Universe Fever once again and pageant fans all over the world are in oblivion on choosing who deserves to be named the queen of the universe. The 60^th edition of the pageant will be staged this year at the beautiful São Paulo, Brazil.

One of those who first arrived in the country was Malaysia’s delegate Deborah Henry. Prior to the contestants’ arrival in Brazil, I’ve my thoughts on who can actually win the crown and I’ve this feeling that an Asian could actually win this year having such powerhouse beauties like Miss China’s Luo Zilin and Miss Philippines, Shamcey Supsup.

But before the hype for Miss China and Miss Philippines, there is already Miss Malaysia. Deborah Priya Henry was born in Ireland but was raised in Malaysia. She hold a degree in Political Science and Economics from the University of Queensland in Australia. She was already a model at the age of 15 and at 22, she joined the Miss Malaysia World 2007 and won the rights to represent the country in the Miss World 2007 where she placed as one of the Top 16 finalists!

Having vast experience in the world of fashion and beauty, Deborah easily nailed the Miss Universe Malaysia this year and gained the rights to represent the country in the most prestigious beauty pageant in the world, the Miss Universe.

After her impressive finish at the Miss World 2007 – I really think that Deborah is now ready to take on this year’s pageant. She’s physically and mentally ready and she’s been wowing the world with her mixed beauty and natural charm.

Malaysia has never produced a winner nor a runner-up at the Miss Universe pageant. The only time the country had a placement was during the 1970 Miss Universe when Josephine Lena Wong was first called a semi-finalist at that year’s edition.

Will Deborah finally get this one for Malaysia?

Let’s all find out on September 12 to see if Deborah has the Universe waiting for her reign!

I do not own any of the photos. No copyright infringement intended.

Let's Unite To Save The Life Of Dondon Lanuza

I did not know anything about fellow Filipino DonDon Lanuza until I’ve watched the STATE OF THE NATION BY JESSICA SOHO awhile ago. He is an OFW in Saudi Arabia who is currently in a death row for the murder of his former employer. The family has forgiven him but is asking the amount of 3M riyals or 35 million pesos for blood money. According to the report, they only have collected P200,000 as of press time.

Read the his case HERE.

And this is his letter issued by Migrante Saudi Arabia.

23 April 2008

To Whom it May Concern

I'm so sorry for disturbance... Im begging your kindness..PLEASE HELP... I would want to follow-up my Appeal to anyone...

May dalawang anak po ako, napahinto sa pag-aaral ng huling pasukan dahil po sa kapos sa pinansyal na di po kaya naming mag-asawang tustusan... Nakatali po ang Kamay at Paa ko, di po makakilos para maitaguyod po ang pamumuhay ng 2 anak ko...

Nasaan na po ang mga Programa ng ating Gobyerno para sa mga kapos-palad na mamamayan lalung-lalo na po sa isang OFW na katulad ko na isang PRESO sa Kaharian ng Saudia Arabiya? Di ba po na tinatawag ng Gobyerno na modern hero ang mga OFW dahil sa magandang ekonomiya ng ating bansa, ngayon po ang isang OFW po ay nananawagan sa Gobyerno na bigyang pansin ang masamang sitwasyon.. Malapit na po sumapit ang pasukan!

Ang Edukasyon po ang tanging pundasyon para po sa magandang kinabukasan ng kabataan. Nakaluhod po ako at nagmamakaawa sa inyo! PLEASE HELP US! Utang na loob, for God's sake.. PLEASE RESCUE MY FAMILY FROM HUNGER.....

Umaasa po ako sa pagtugon sa aking hinaing... PARANG AWA NA PO!! Attached existing file: I would like to request from your kindness some financial assistance which im having so difficulty of soliciting from others. I've been confined here in Dammam Central Jail, Saudi Arabia since August year 2000 and my resources has all turned their backs on me even my family, closest and considered friends which has helped me for the past years.

They cannot be blamed for they also have their own families to support of course... I decided to appeal to you as a Brother to facilitate my needs and at the same time to finance some of my families personal needs... Any substantial amount would really be a big help for me and my wife who is in really dire straits as of the moment...

Your kind help and utmost attention regarding this matter would really be highly appreciated... May Almighty God continue to bless you and your family...

Brotherly yours,

Rodelio 'Don2' and Meribeth Lanuza

Email: donlanuza@gmail.com

Mobile: +966551028601 and/or +966531181904

And Visit this Facebook Page.

Let's help our kababayan please!

The Glee Project Winners And Other Winners!

I’ve been watching the Glee Project for the last weeks and I was able to catch its finale just tonight. I was a bit disappointed that the creator Ryan Murphy ultimately decided that he‘d give a starring role for all the final four. I mean, I am fine with that - -what irks me is the fact that they have to go through this final four thingy when at the end of the season; they will all get to be on Glee. It was a tie for both Samuel Larsen and Irish crooner Damien McGinty who “really” won the competition, yes both of them. They will have a 7 episode-arc on Glee and the runners-up whom I totally think should’ve won – Lindsay Pearce and Alex Newell will have a 2-episode arc since “they” (the creator of Glee –RM) believe that they’re also as good as the two. Testing the water huh, Mr. Murphy?

I was actually rooting for Lindsay thinking that she was the most relevant amongst the final four contenders but I guess it all boils down to their favorites. Oh well, let’s just see how they will fare with the audience. I still think though that Cameron Mitchell, who quit the show and was ultimately eliminated, will have the biggest career post Glee Project. Just watch out for him!!!

So it’s all good right??? There are no losers. Congrats Glee kids!!! … errr

-paddylast

Australia's Next Top Model Cycle 7 Episode 3 Swimwear Photoshoot

The sixteen remaining contestants were flown back in Australia and they were immediately challenged to pose for a photoshoot wearing swimwears.

Alissandra-while I find her appealing, this is not a good photo of her,IMO. The elf ears are interesting,though.

Amelia-her body's kinda scary but I find her facial feature a bit special.

Annaliese-this is another "couture posing" 101. I'm not a big fan of this photo.

Caroline-this is beautiful! I love how she's working the splash. She's fresh and sexy at the same time!

Cassy-her body angle isn't good and her face is not registering that good. Whatever happen to the Cassy that I saw last photoshoot???!!

Hazel -this isn't working for me either. Too amateurish,IMO

Izzy-the picture's okay. I just wished but I'm looking for more personality. This shot of her is plain boring.

Jess- now, I love this one. I love how the swimwear is very appealing and she's not overdoing it.

Liz- this is actually beautiful. The swimwear is seen clearly, her face look fantastic however, the tension in her neck was a bit too much.

Madeline-she's kinda looking old her but she has a good pose.

Montana-Now this girl is stepping up her game this early, she's my number 1 favorite and she really reminds me of Gemma Sanderson, the cycle 1 winner of this show.

Neo -Alek Kwek, is that you?

Rachel -this photo reminds me a little of Janice Dickinson

Simone-I love the chic-ness in this photo. Bravo!

Tayah-love this one as well. Her body look great. I just wished she chinned-up a little.

Yolanda -this is just an okay pic for me but definitely way better than the others.

I do not own any of the photos. Via realitytvgames.com / AuNTM via Fox8

Bottom Two And Eliminated Contestant

Bottom Two: Hazel And Cassy / Eliminated: Cassy

2011 MTV Video Music Awards Tribute To Britney Spears!

This year’s Video Music Awards for me is a particularly exciting one because they will be paying a tribute to The Britney Spears – one of my favorite artists ever! I’m so stoked about this news because MTV is finally giving the recognition that Britney so deserved!

I don’t know how they will do the tribute or if they will actually be giving a lifetime achievement award of some sort but I’m hoping that she’d have a surprise performance similar to what she, Christina and Madonna did during the 2003 VMA.

Aside from the tribute, Britney is also nominated for two other awards. WerK!

I’m just excited for Brit and I’m sure everyone will be tuning in on August 29 to catch a glimpse of Britney!!! Way to go Ma’

-paddylast

Let's Vote For Miss Philippines Universe - Shamcey Supsup!

Hi guys,

The 60^th edition of the Miss Universe will be held next month in Brazil and our very own delegate, Shamcey Supsup will be competing against 80 plus other delegates. With that being said, we have now the power to put Shamcey into the semi-finals by simply voting for her online. Here are the mechanics.

1. Log on to www.missuniverse.com or www.nbc.com and vote.

* Internet voting will be open on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 4:00 AM Until Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 6AM.

2. Follow the registration instructions and vote.

You may vote online up to 10 times per e-mail address per day per IP ADDRESS.

Let me just remind you guys, do not vote at all for other countries. Just focus your votes on Shamcey and ask all your relatives to vote for her everyday until September 11.Even better, ask your relatives overseas to vote for her because they will be getting the average of the votes per participating countries.

via BPCI FB Page.

Please don’t forget to re-blog this, repost or tweet even, put this on your facebook page/status. Let’s unite to help Shamcey secure a spot in the semi-finals.

Some were saying that Shamcey could enter the semis without our votes but just for us to be on the “safe” side, let’s just vote for Shamcey please J

Larry Crowne Film Review

Director: Tom Hanks

Starring

Julia Roberts, Tom Hanks, George Takei

I have always been a huge fan of Julia Roberts and her works so I was very excited to watch this film directed by her co-star Tom Hanks whom I equally adore as an actor. The whole scenario of the film is about Larry Crowne, an ex-Navy played by Hanks who got fired from his job because he lacks college education despite his good performance at work.

Losing his job and almost losing his home, Larry decided to enroll at the community college to get an education. There he met his unhappy married teacher Mercedes (Roberts) whom he immediately fell inlove with.

For some reason, I find the plot a bit too boring and very much ordinary. It only offers a bit of humor that I did not expect from Julia Roberts and Tom Hanks! I was maybe expecting some witty lines to come from them. Instead, the scenes of economic professor Dr. Matsutani played by George Takei entertained me more.

It’s still an okay film to say the least. I mean, both Roberts and Hanks are still very charming but it is just not a very spectacular one. After watching it, it’s like – so that was it? It’s like I kinda wasted my money on watching it. This directorial stint of Hanks isn’t what I’ve expected to see. There’s too much unnecessary lines and scenes! However, I still commend the way Tom Hanks effectively portrayed Larry Crowne as described in the film, it’s just too bad that everything about it is forgettable.

Rating: 4 out of 10

This review was first posted at www.pinoyexchange.com

Please read more film reviews at PINOY EXCHANGE Official Pex Moview Reviews

Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank Film Review

gateway cinema 6 - 199 w.d

This film has got to be one of the best Filipino films in years. From the actors to the scripts – it speaks volume and when I said volume, I mean it has its own voice! The film is funny, evocative and just pure genius!

It chronicles a day in the life of three budding filmmakers as they set out to create an Oscar-worthy film! JM De Guzman, Kean Cipriano and Eugene Domingo totally delivered on this one! I love how most scenes were written with humorous intent but it has its subtlety to provoke the audience’ thoughts.

Its mundane exterior was just a subplot to carry us through a ride where the actors delivered their lines with sheer conviction. Kean Cipriano stood out for me here playing the uber-OC director of the movie while JM De Guzman provided the support he needed to give a sense of additional sensibility to the screen.

Eugene Domingo’s portrayal as Mila, the mother of seven children and as her fictional ‘self’ helps the film to find its balance giving support to these newbies.

I won’t tell you guys any spoiler poops about the film but just trust my review. Your money’s so worth it for this one.

Oh and yes, my friend was asking me if I think that this movie is “in reality” an Oscar-worthy one – I say, Why not?

Rating: 9/10