Strive To Do Better This YearNorma's Beeline
From the Manankils', happy new year
to all! For your New year's resolutions.....strive to do better than
what you did in the past. Do good more, love more, give more, and
forgive more. Till you do, it is life without meaning, it is living in
emptiness.
Here's some breaking news.....Many congratulations, and more power to Salvy Madrid Marino, CEO/Administrator of the First Choice Health Services, Inc. She is the dynamic wife of Dr. Hector Marino, one of PMAC's personality plus medico. No one deserves it more than Salvy whose Home Health was named as one of the top 25% of Home Health Care Providers in the entire U.S.A., the first to be given in the Chicago area. The award was given by the Home Care Elite which reviews and identifies agencies for their excellence in performance, quality work at the highest level, best quality care, and financial performance. Our CEO, Salvy, credits her team of talented professionals and their dedication to the high standards of quality care. Here is high-five, dear friend, we are proud of you! Success is not new to the Madrid Family, her other siblings...would you believe...nine of them are likewise top performers in their own field, Nilda Aro holds a PHD in Education, Anita Del Pilar, a Commerce grad, Asuncion Molina, Bank and Finance, Cris Madrid, an Engineer, Grace, Josie,and Lot Madrid, are Registered Nurses, Zeny Madrid, Commerce, and July Madrid, Mechanical Engineer, and Vice-president of APO.
It is a new beginning for the PIWC as the new officers were inducted by Consul Roberto Bernardo. Congrats to chair, Joy Manuel, Chairman-elect, Dr. Ed Hernaez, Recording and corresponding secretaries: Anita Rosa and Mercy Matousek, treasurer, Andy Justo, Auditor, Auring Galimba, Liaison officers: Susan Angeles and Gerry Crisostomo, PRO's: Veronica Leighton, Yoly Tubalinal, and Mariano Santos, Legal Advisers, Mimi Runo and Andy Llanes, Lydia Rhoton was last year's over-all chair. Roses to Kick-off chairs, Neneth Miranda and Elsa Castillo for a successful happening, held at the Rosemont Hotel, Jan. 9. Taking center stage was the presentation of 2010 PIWC Mrs. Philippines, Eden Olarte. To take a lead role in the PIWC preparation celebration is the Board of Trustees, composed of past chairpersons who recently elected their new president, Met Castelo. His new appointed staff include...vice-president, Lucy Macabenta, and Treasurer, Ben Tibayan. He hopes to make vital changes, all for the benefit of the PIWC......Incidentally, here's orchids to Mary Ann Castelo on her 65th B-day. Hosted by loving hubby Met. More than 200 guests witnessed the festivity at the Doubletree in Oak Brook. Many thanks for a delightful evening.
Here's some breaking news.....Many congratulations, and more power to Salvy Madrid Marino, CEO/Administrator of the First Choice Health Services, Inc. She is the dynamic wife of Dr. Hector Marino, one of PMAC's personality plus medico. No one deserves it more than Salvy whose Home Health was named as one of the top 25% of Home Health Care Providers in the entire U.S.A., the first to be given in the Chicago area. The award was given by the Home Care Elite which reviews and identifies agencies for their excellence in performance, quality work at the highest level, best quality care, and financial performance. Our CEO, Salvy, credits her team of talented professionals and their dedication to the high standards of quality care. Here is high-five, dear friend, we are proud of you! Success is not new to the Madrid Family, her other siblings...would you believe...nine of them are likewise top performers in their own field, Nilda Aro holds a PHD in Education, Anita Del Pilar, a Commerce grad, Asuncion Molina, Bank and Finance, Cris Madrid, an Engineer, Grace, Josie,and Lot Madrid, are Registered Nurses, Zeny Madrid, Commerce, and July Madrid, Mechanical Engineer, and Vice-president of APO.
It is a new beginning for the PIWC as the new officers were inducted by Consul Roberto Bernardo. Congrats to chair, Joy Manuel, Chairman-elect, Dr. Ed Hernaez, Recording and corresponding secretaries: Anita Rosa and Mercy Matousek, treasurer, Andy Justo, Auditor, Auring Galimba, Liaison officers: Susan Angeles and Gerry Crisostomo, PRO's: Veronica Leighton, Yoly Tubalinal, and Mariano Santos, Legal Advisers, Mimi Runo and Andy Llanes, Lydia Rhoton was last year's over-all chair. Roses to Kick-off chairs, Neneth Miranda and Elsa Castillo for a successful happening, held at the Rosemont Hotel, Jan. 9. Taking center stage was the presentation of 2010 PIWC Mrs. Philippines, Eden Olarte. To take a lead role in the PIWC preparation celebration is the Board of Trustees, composed of past chairpersons who recently elected their new president, Met Castelo. His new appointed staff include...vice-president, Lucy Macabenta, and Treasurer, Ben Tibayan. He hopes to make vital changes, all for the benefit of the PIWC......Incidentally, here's orchids to Mary Ann Castelo on her 65th B-day. Hosted by loving hubby Met. More than 200 guests witnessed the festivity at the Doubletree in Oak Brook. Many thanks for a delightful evening.
Here's also a happy B-day wishes to
Dr. Nida Hernaez on her 50th (featured at VT’s Dec issue). Venue
was at the Lone Tree Manor in Niles. What with only the best when it
comes to hosting social events, Dr. Nida did not leave any stones
unturned, from the rose presentation, to the candle ceremony, and
offering words of wisdom, and entertainment galore, she gave it all.
Dr. Nida also wowed the crowd with her dancing skills in cha-cha,
tango, and salsa, highlighted with a romantic dance with hubby, Dr. Ed
Hernaez. To sum it up, it was a breeze of warmth to the cold and
freezing temperature outside. Dr. Nida is currently president of the
FEU Medical Association and sponsors a medical mission in her hometown
yearly.
It is a lot of sacrifices rendered by the PMAC Foundation's Caroling Group who once again successfully raised funds for the Foundation's Service Projects, on their 4th year. A big thank you goes to the generous hosts who opened their hearts to the carolers: Brenda and Mike Stevens, Dan and Lydia Rhoton, Narciso and Dr. Myrlie Casco, Dr. Raphael and Espie Buscaino, Dr. Butch Orbeta, the Manankils', Linda Flor Cruz, and Francisco and Dr. Teresita Avila Varona. Our dedicated carolers include: Foundation chair, Dr. Roger Cave, PMAC pres-elect. Dr. Emma Salazar, Dr. Eugene Salazar, Drs. Leo and Anita Avila, Dr. Bess Mutuc, Dr. Efren Estrella, Dr. Maurina Galvez, Dr. Ben Lumicao, Dr. Jean Farne, Dr. Luis and Clarita Mangubat, Dr. Joe Guevarra, Dr. Art Fogata, Dr. Ester Pimentel, Dr. Lee Chuy, Dr. Teresita Avila Varona, Dr. Evan Suan, Dely Villalon, and Norma Manankil. Making all the performances with flying colors is the mesmerizing and talented musical director, Marina Osaki who made it all happen. To all our kind-hearted & generous donors, thank you very much for helping the PMAC Foundation.
Busy as a bee, is Merle Perricone, who holds two top positions in the community: as president of the Philippine Nurses Association, Inc., and the PWC. Kick-off for the Philippine Week festivities took place at the PACF building in Addison. She formally took her oath as chairman-elect with her staff: 1st vice-pres..Silvy Fernandez, 2nd vice pres...Flora Sampang, Recording and Corresponding secretaries: Anita Rosa and Ella Basilio, Treasurer and Assistant: Emilia Fernandez and Nancy Catalona, Auditor, Allen Sanchez, PRO's..Lynette Torres and Tino Salazar, Business Manager...Lorna Rodriguez, and Liason .Carmen Estacio. The PWC's priority project is its yearly medical mission .
On a special note, much happiness is extended to Daisy Cajigal on her 69th B-day. The elaborate bash was hosted by her daughter, Lynette Torres, and sons, Mark and Nick. There is so much to talk about this woman whose love and support for her family is overwhelming and inspiring.... as a daughter, parent, sister, and grandmother. She is the heart and soul that holds the Cajigal family together. Her dedication to the Philippine Mission Churches of Christ of Northern Luzon and Aparri Bible Seminary is immeasurable. She would like to make a special mention of the Burns family and the whole organization of Cornerstone Christian Center of Glen Ellyn who came for her birthday party. As a friend, Daisy is priceless.
On a sad note, her daughter Lynette was recently hospitalized but now is thankfully recuperating from a major surgery. The whole Cajigal family and husband, Robert, wish to extend their gratitude and appreciation to friends who shared in their moments of sadness and deep concerns for Lynette. Please continue the prayers.
Who can forget Justine and John Colburn of Dumaguete City who were one of the Rotary Club execs who hosted the PMAC Medical Mission the previous year. Those were cherished memories, the best hospitality ever experienced by this columnist. The Colburn's are proprietor of Mr. Donut franchise in Negros Oriental, and operates 10 outlets to date. Justine is the beautiful daughter of Emeraida Kiram, a well-known personality both in Chicago and Milwaukee, and is one of my most admired persons in the community. Yes, she is a Muslim princess, and proud to be one. She hopes that the Philippine government give the Muslims the peace and freedom that every Filipino deserves. This outstanding woman, works at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Registrar's Office. She holds three degrees...Journalism, Law, and English Literature. Her affliations include: Vice-chair of NAFFAA Midwest, FANHS Midwest, and FANHS National.
Swearing-in
ceremony of PNAI’s new officers by Consul Roberto Bernardo.
It is a lot of sacrifices rendered by the PMAC Foundation's Caroling Group who once again successfully raised funds for the Foundation's Service Projects, on their 4th year. A big thank you goes to the generous hosts who opened their hearts to the carolers: Brenda and Mike Stevens, Dan and Lydia Rhoton, Narciso and Dr. Myrlie Casco, Dr. Raphael and Espie Buscaino, Dr. Butch Orbeta, the Manankils', Linda Flor Cruz, and Francisco and Dr. Teresita Avila Varona. Our dedicated carolers include: Foundation chair, Dr. Roger Cave, PMAC pres-elect. Dr. Emma Salazar, Dr. Eugene Salazar, Drs. Leo and Anita Avila, Dr. Bess Mutuc, Dr. Efren Estrella, Dr. Maurina Galvez, Dr. Ben Lumicao, Dr. Jean Farne, Dr. Luis and Clarita Mangubat, Dr. Joe Guevarra, Dr. Art Fogata, Dr. Ester Pimentel, Dr. Lee Chuy, Dr. Teresita Avila Varona, Dr. Evan Suan, Dely Villalon, and Norma Manankil. Making all the performances with flying colors is the mesmerizing and talented musical director, Marina Osaki who made it all happen. To all our kind-hearted & generous donors, thank you very much for helping the PMAC Foundation.
Busy as a bee, is Merle Perricone, who holds two top positions in the community: as president of the Philippine Nurses Association, Inc., and the PWC. Kick-off for the Philippine Week festivities took place at the PACF building in Addison. She formally took her oath as chairman-elect with her staff: 1st vice-pres..Silvy Fernandez, 2nd vice pres...Flora Sampang, Recording and Corresponding secretaries: Anita Rosa and Ella Basilio, Treasurer and Assistant: Emilia Fernandez and Nancy Catalona, Auditor, Allen Sanchez, PRO's..Lynette Torres and Tino Salazar, Business Manager...Lorna Rodriguez, and Liason .Carmen Estacio. The PWC's priority project is its yearly medical mission .
On a special note, much happiness is extended to Daisy Cajigal on her 69th B-day. The elaborate bash was hosted by her daughter, Lynette Torres, and sons, Mark and Nick. There is so much to talk about this woman whose love and support for her family is overwhelming and inspiring.... as a daughter, parent, sister, and grandmother. She is the heart and soul that holds the Cajigal family together. Her dedication to the Philippine Mission Churches of Christ of Northern Luzon and Aparri Bible Seminary is immeasurable. She would like to make a special mention of the Burns family and the whole organization of Cornerstone Christian Center of Glen Ellyn who came for her birthday party. As a friend, Daisy is priceless.
On a sad note, her daughter Lynette was recently hospitalized but now is thankfully recuperating from a major surgery. The whole Cajigal family and husband, Robert, wish to extend their gratitude and appreciation to friends who shared in their moments of sadness and deep concerns for Lynette. Please continue the prayers.
Who can forget Justine and John Colburn of Dumaguete City who were one of the Rotary Club execs who hosted the PMAC Medical Mission the previous year. Those were cherished memories, the best hospitality ever experienced by this columnist. The Colburn's are proprietor of Mr. Donut franchise in Negros Oriental, and operates 10 outlets to date. Justine is the beautiful daughter of Emeraida Kiram, a well-known personality both in Chicago and Milwaukee, and is one of my most admired persons in the community. Yes, she is a Muslim princess, and proud to be one. She hopes that the Philippine government give the Muslims the peace and freedom that every Filipino deserves. This outstanding woman, works at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Registrar's Office. She holds three degrees...Journalism, Law, and English Literature. Her affliations include: Vice-chair of NAFFAA Midwest, FANHS Midwest, and FANHS National.
