"Ako mismo tutulong sa pagpapalaganap ng advokasiya" if your watching the fight of Pacquiao and Hatton last may 3 @ GMA 7., you may be familiar with this AKOMISMO advocay because the TV Commercial was aired many times from may 3 onwards... my pledge for that advocay was the quote stated above because i know thru my blogs and my connection i can help them spread the message to all., here's the FAQ that i copy from the website Akomismo.org.,


Q: Who is behind the Ako Mismo campaign?
A: DDB, under its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, DDB Cares, is the spirit behind the campaign. For many years now, DDB Cares has been supporting causes it firmly believes in, using its creative and media resources to espouse positive values. From taking care of the environment, to education of children, responsible voting, protection against domestic violence and human trafficking, role of media in shaping society, religious efforts for Veritas and Caritas, and now, this advocacy for hope and empowerment. We do this, probono oftentimes, both for our clients and for our own advocacies.

Q: What is Ako Mismo about?
A: Ako Mismo is a patriotic initiative anchored on optimism. It is a battle against indifference and the feeling that the individual is helpless. Amidst all the bad news and negativism gripping the nation, Ako Mismo provides a refreshing message of hope and empowerment. It is an apolitical and inclusive movement to energize and rejuvenate Filipinos, especially the youth, and move them to action. It is our collective desire that the action arising from our individual commitments as Ako Mismo advocates will mobilize a groundswell of change, contributing to a bright future for our country.

Q: Why did DDB Cares choose this particular initiative?
A: We believed that there was an urgent need to bring hope to Filipinos, particularly the youth, in the face of growing cynicism that is heightened by the current political, economic, social and moral crises. We also believe that most Filipinos still desire change and would like to overcome the manifestation of hopelessness, which is apathy. This change can emanate from the power of the individual contributing in small, meaningful ways and building up a collective effort that can change the nation. This was the inspiration for Ako Mismo. And judging from the overwhelming response we got, the time had truly come for an advocacy such as this. People were just looking for a vehicle to express what has long been in their hearts.

Q: Is Ako Mismo the launchpad of any candidate in the future?
A: No. This is an apolitical effort as it shifts the initiative for change from government and politics to the individual. Although this was an initiative of the agency, it was our hope to get the support of like-minded individuals and companies. We are fortunate that the PLDT Smart foundation has been inspired to support this effort at the very onset and we are encouraged by the interest of many more corporations to contribute to the cause. We realize that the campaign touched a deep chord and could very well be used for commercial or political gain. Which is why we choose our partners and personalities well. We have to make sure that they are true believers and role models for the cause by their life’s example.

Q; How did you choose who to feature in the campaign?
A: We had certain criteria. We wanted to represent different sectors: from celebrities to ordinary folk, from religious to business, students, the academe, and working people. It was also important that whoever we featured genuinely believed in our message, and were already engaged in their own worthwhile advocacies so they could be credible, inspiring role models for others. And because this is an inclusive and apolitical movement, it was also critical that whoever we featured did not have any strong political affiliations. In fact, we were particularly inspired when those we sought and who sought us to be included in the campaign, shared their concern that they not be used for political gain.

Now that we’ve opened up the movement and people are signing up with their personal commitments, however, we anticipate that there will be those who will express views that not everyone will agree with. But so long as we have inspired each person to take it upon himself to do something good, whether it’s a change in attitude or behavior, a commitment to provide financial support to the needy, or support institutions that benefit the community, society, and the country at large, we will have done a good thing.

Q: How has the response been to the campaign?
A: It has been phenomenal. The overwhelming response of people and the tens of thousands who have signed up for their commitments—it’s like nothing we’ve ever seen before. Apart from the sign-ups, we have also been approached by companies who want to do more for the cause, and we are thrilled about this because Ako Mismo is an inclusive movement where the more people we have taking positive action, big or small, the closer we will all be to creating a better future for Filipinos. We believe this is a compelling message that has touched the young.

Q: Are you open to accepting other companies to support the cause?
A: Absolutely. This is the whole point behind Ako Mismo. It is an instrument for unity in a fractious society. As such, we welcome diversity, whether it be individuals, groups, companies or sponsors. The broader our support, the better it is for the advocacy to flourish and be able to support worthwhile socio-civic activities. However, we have to ensure that whoever partners with us is aligned with our vision and that the movement not be commercialized.

Q: The registration for Ako Mismo requires information from those who sign up. Will the database be used for commercial or political gain?
A: No. The basic information we asked for will be used to guide us in the deployment of the dogtags to the right people. The information will also be useful as we mobilize our socio-civic activities, as it will determine where and what projects are relevant in specific areas. It is important to point out that this whole movement is one of volunteerism. And while we hope more people will sign up, or that our members will participate in future activities (the choice of which will be guided by feedback we receive about what matters to them), ultimately each individual has total freedom to decide whether he will participate or not. We are very protective about the information we receive and we have taken security precautions against people accessing the information for their use without our knowledge. We are zealous about protecting the movement from being exposed to those with political or commercial agenda.

Q: People are asking for dogtags and where they can get them.
A: We wanted the dogtags to be a symbol for Ako Mismo and one’s commitment. The dogtag is a military symbol, a commitment to a mission, and we see the advocates as an army of hope. But to be quite honest we didn’t expect the clamor for the dogtags to be this huge. And so we are rushing to produce them in quantities to satisfy the demand. But for sure they will be made available in a few weeks. From the many blogs and comments we received, people wish to pay for them, and for those who do, we will ask only a minimal fee to defray cost, the proceeds of which will go to a respected and established charitable organization. We will identify these organizations soon on our Ako Mismo website.

Q: People are asking where is Ako Mismo leading up to, now that people have become aware and signed up their commitments?
A: Our initial objective was to change people’s attitudes and behavior and encourage belief in themselves and their innate power to make a difference. It is our hope that they will act on their commitments, which is the next step. We will provide a vehicle online for people to share their achievements, and in so doing, get more people inspired and engaged in taking real action. We will also feature real people who have made a difference in society, simple folk who cared enough to use their gifts and resources to serve other people.

One such inspiring story is Efren Penaflorida, who has spent the last ten years of his life travelling the country to teach street children. He does this with very simple implements: a kariton bearing his teaching aids, books and monobloc chairs. Another is Susan Fernandez, a sociologist, teacher, and women’s rights advocate who has spent her life using her music to uplift the plight of women. And we have Filipino talents who have become international stars bringing pride to our country, like Charice Pempengco and Arnel Pineda. Their stories and their humble circumstances are an inspiration to everyone.

Q: What are the future activities of Ako Mismo beyond creating awareness? Where will you take the movement?
A: We hope to engage more companies in the movement and organize and/or support socio-civic activities in pockets all over the country, guided by the information we receive online about the causes that resonate most consistently among the most number of people. And God-willing, if we are able to raise enough funds through all our activities, we will partner with established and respected socio-civic and charitable organizations that have the infrastructure to reach out to and help the most number of people nationwide. We are in the process of evaluating this now.

And for me i really appreciate the effort of the person behind this because they give the people especially the youth to join in building our nation by asking them what can you do to make a difference? and my message to all who pledge hope you can do what you promise for our country because that small thing can be alot in building back our broken nation., for all out there who haven't made any pledge yet Log on now at www.akomismo.org., there is also text hotline but i forgot the number eh... hehehe.. and start making a difference for our country...

"Rain, Rain Go Away, Come again another day. Webmasterphi's wants to play, Rain, Rain Go Away..." that's the song playing in my mind when bagyong emong and bagyong dante passed by our country., you know i really hate rain or typhoon instead i prefer the cold climate of December, hehehe... Because if it's raining i can't make "Lakwatsa" hehehe., imagine the life of webmasterphi stucked at home., duh? It's so boring hehehehe., plus another thing i don't want is there are floods., yuck it so kadiri, i don't want "to make lusong with that dirty water" because its kadiri due to the water is contaminated by lots of bacteria, germs, and viruses, especially the known Leptospirosis (the virus from the urine of the rats) because there are lots of people died due to Leptospirosis... but what strucked me most after the typhoon was the landslides and flashfloods happen in our provinces., imagine this typhoon killed many lives and destroy millions worth of properties.., "buti na lang taga manila ako" and what i realized with it is we are also the one causing this things to happen, you know why landslides and flashfloods happen? It's because of the trees that are cut down by illegal loggers, instead there are trees that is taking the water from the heavy rain the land are washed away resulting to landslides and flashfloods., 2nd the reason of the floods here in the metro is because of the "baradong Drainage"., you know why it became barado., it's because of every small trash that we threw away in the streets.., with this things i hope you too readers think of it, our mother nature is angry with all polution that's why she's doing this to let us realized our faults... "i know we can do something to preserver her for the future"...

Last May 5 was my moms birthday but unfortunately we can't celebrate it with her because she is still in SINGAPORE for her month long vacation with my cousin Farrah and my nieces... Even though she's not around we still celebrate it... My dad ask me to go to SM North EDSA and buy the following: One bilao of delicious Pancit Malabon, half gallon of Selecta's 3 in plus 1 ice cream, a box of Fat Boys Pizza, and One whole Sr. Pedro Chicken... yummy dinner right? i also call their singtel phone so that we can all greet her personally "buti na lang i bought P100 TM call/text card" but it doesn't stop there because i was not contented with the call that's why i asked them to login their Yahoo Messenger account so that we could chat... i even set-up my web cam to let her see our food for the night... She also told me that they cook spaghetti and breaded chicken, but she was also surprised by my cousin's housemates because they buy my mom a birthday cake... Mama... Happy, Happy, Happy Birthday!! Even though your not around... i know your happy there!!! wishing you more birthday to come...

As i said in my previous blogs that i am singing as a choir member of Musika-pella @ Santuario De San Jose East Greenhills but last May 03, we had a very unusual choir service because most of the members can't make it due to they have different commitments also., but still because we committed ourselves to serve GOD through singing we have to sing event we're only 4; 3 guys and 1 girl., we are also assigned accordingly 2 tenors, 1soprano, and 1 bass.., plus heres more what make us more tense is because the couples that we serve their weddings in the past mos. was there., "grabe dagdag pressure, kakakaba" to sum up everything, it came to be fair because of course i know that everyone understand us., after the service we had to go to the parish hall to take a rest before we went to unimart to take our lunch... i can't forget this day because its also the day of Pacquiao-Hatton fight, what i notice is the 10am mass has less parishioner than it usually has maybe they are all in the cinemas watching the live telecast of the fight.., i also remember before we ate, we 1st accompany sir. pao because he will be trading his Nokia 6300 to the brand new Nokia 7210c Supernova., at first he is very confuse if he will buy it or not because he was thinking that he might be unsatisfied with this phone but with our pushes and the promotion of the sales lady he bought it, but he requested the lady to transfer his 700+ contacts with the new phone., of course it can be done once that's why the sales lady had hard time transfering the contacts., hehehe while she was transferring some of the stall are busy listening to the radio for the fight of Pacquiao and suddenly one marshall of the mall roams around to inform his friends at stall that pacquiao won in the 2nd round "galing ni manong noh updated".., and at last transferring was already done and what to do next is to eat at unimart., "grabe" this cafe is different which i will be sharing in my future blog entry.., by the way congratulations to Manny Pacquiao for winning another title belt., and also to sir Pao congrats for your new cellphone Nokia 7210c Super Nova....

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I know you know how grateful is it to have a family reunion because it's only during this time you engaged yourself to your relatives which sometimes you don't know at all., right? and even though my mom is not here in the philippines, last May 1, my Aunt/Godmother celebrates her 50th birthday and as treat for all of us she invites us for a Swimming/Birthday Celebration/Family Renion @ Bosay Resort Antipolo., all of my aunt and uncle in my fatherside prepared their potluck lunch but for us we just contributed money to my grandma for what she will be cooking because we don't have enough time to prepare foods., also my uncle ED contacted a jeepney for this outing but they also drop by our place to picked us up. we travel along Katipunan going to Marcos Highway which also brought us to Sumulong Highway that bring us to Antipolo hehehe "ganun kasimple pero mahabang biyahe" because we already passed by the sight seeing location of antipolo and feel the coldness of the place., and when we reached the place there are lots of vehicles in queque it also includes our jeepney, the car of my uncle from antipolo, and also the Crosswind of the birthday celebrant., hehehe but the goodthing is we have reservation for a private pool that's why we don't need to fall in line the long queque of people waiting for their time to enter the resort., when we are inside the resort "grabe dami masyado tao sa mga public pool, buti na lang we're in the private pool 3"... my first impression was a BIG WOW because it has two rooms (the masters bedroom has it's own CR but the other room uses the common CR near to it "things to clarify common CR is different from Public CR,OK?"), it also has a pool inside 3 to 5 feet i think with jacuzzi on one side, and lastly at the side of the pool was the dining area., i really love the place even though i know how much it worth because i enjoyed the bonding with my relatives.., my aunt/godmom/bday celebrant also requested for videoke machine that's why yours truly webmasterphi stop swimming and instead sung for everyone., hehehehe., how about the food? i should say its the best because if you didn't ask me my grandma is good in cooking for they own a small carenderia before., they prepare; Beef Caldereta, Saute Shrimp, Grilled Bangus and grilled Tilapia, while for the merienda its Spaghetti, siomai, bread and ice cream., there are also chips for the kids and beer with chicharon as "pulutan" for the adults. "grabe the food is really overflowing" before i forget the candle blowing was happen before we prepare our things to go home., before we go home we had first family picture taking, it was really indeed an unforgettable one., if you want to see the rates and photo gallery of the resort that we visited just visit www.bosayresort.com... thanks ninang!