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Young, aspiring kids come and join SM Little Stars 2019 talent search.  Parents/guardians, this is the perfect time to let your kids shine the brightest as SM Super Malls SM Little Star launches a bigger and grander kiddie-talent search for kids 4-7 years old. With over P9.5 million worth of prizes to be given away. including 2 brand new Chevrolet Sail , trips for 2 to China , National University college scholarships, an exclusive contract with Regal Artist Management, and P100,000 worth of cash and SM GCs.  SM Little Stars achievers and Judges This year's SM Little Star 2019 is themed with more colorful kiddie elements to amplify the feel for the year. The kids will get the chance to be trained by celebrity mentors and entertainment gurus in a series of workshops to develop their talent, boost their confidence, and encourage them to make new friends with other participants.  During the launch, SM Little Stars Achievers who are now making waves ...

The Philippine Bonsai Society, Inc. (PBSI) and SM Supermalls partner in bringing fun and new activities for mallgoers.  Expect exhibits, shows, events, and workshops as local and international bonsai experts share their talent and passion in the bonsai art.  More than bringing the green malling experience to the customers, the partnership also promotes PBSI and SM Supermalls' advocacy for the environment.  The collaboration also elevates the bonsai art to a wider audience as exhibits and shows across all SM malls in the country are scheduled in the coming months.   To kick-start the partnership is the Sanib Pwersa launch at The Podium.  Select and premium collections by over 30 clubs and bonsai enthusiasts are on display much to the enjoyment of guests, expectators, and mallgoers.   The merriment continues as The Block SM North Edsa celebrates the National Show from March 22 to 25.  More than the display of various bo...

Children today are faced with numerous barriers that hinder them from engaging into sports such as digital distractions, lack of safe play places, and fear of trying. MILO’s annual summer clinic seeks to address these challenges by highlighting sports as a means not only to get kids active, but also to teach valuable life lessons one can learn outside the classroom. MILO Philippines and partners launch the 2019 Summer Sports Clinics (from L-R: Lester P. Castillo, MILO Sports Marketing Executive; Willy de Ocampo, Nestle Philippines Vice President; Usec. Tonisito Umali, Department of Education; Japoy Lizardo, MILO Champion and Taekwondo coach; Igor Mella, Parent Speaker and Taekwondo coach; Tourino Dilaga, Kidzania Manila COO; Luigi Pumaren, MILO Sports Executive; Robbie de Vera, MILO Consumer Marketing Manager) MILO Summer Sports Clinics 2019 "Get Your Child Into Sports" campaign aims to reinforce the importance of sports in a child’s holistic development. Launch...

Make February a month of joy, love and learning for kids at PLAY. PLAY at Okada Manila, a pioneer in offering holistic child development is celebrating its 1st birthday. They have been the first that offers a full line of dedicated programs that combine fun,play and learning for their young guests. PLAY is more than just an indoor playground - it's where kids can unleash their imagination,develop life skills, and enjoy the journey toward unlocking their future potential. This hub of "Purposeful Learning and Activities for the Young" delivers educational entertaient for children aged 1-16 years old where thoughtful and joyful programs are available all year round. Young guests can immerse themselves in a whole range of educational yet playful facilities in a safe environment. Apart from interacting with fellow children and engaging in social activities in the eight different neighborhoods, youngsters and even guardians can enjoy a variety of hour-l...

Nowadays people get flu and all sorts of virus, we have to make sure that our kids are protected. Make them strong and healthy. This is a wonderful alternative if your kids are not into vitamins and fruits. Make orange and lemons your healthy snack! Last weekend, #PrincessY and I made  Lemon Orange Jelly. It is not only a jiggly snack for kids, nutritious and delicious  pa para sa lahat. Bakit mag be-benefit lahat? Did you know? * Gelatin stimulates your body to produce more collagen, thus improving skin elasticity and reducing wrinkles, loose and saggy skin, and the possibility of stretch marks. It has High protein content that helps build and repair tissues.Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. * Oranges contain vitamin C, fiber, potassium and choline, which are all good for your heart. Oranges  also boost your immune system and improve your skin; they also aid with heart health, choleste...

It is impossible to have a life without any problems. You can live at peace despite those worries. You just have to keep calm and be ready. Here are 5 ways to reduce stress in our lives: 1. Live a simple life - Living on just your savings for a year is a way to go. Know yourself and do what is best for your soul. 2. Don't cling on to relationships - Be the best you can be and do not dwell about how others will react. Relax, accept that everyone fails to be at peace with some form of relationship at one time or another,  what you feel is normal and you might find peace. 3. Get an Insurance -Secure you and your family's future to keep you worry- free. By getting a life and a non-life insurance. Yes. Non-life insurance is important as well. I have a friend who's a victim of tropical storm Ondoy (2009) , her  house and car were submerged in flood water good thing she had a comprehensive home and car insurance. "Acts of nature". I know an insur...

My family rented an apartment for almost 20 years. It was home. The community was great, everyone got along, our neighbors were like part of the family, it was a happy place. The sad part was when the day came that the owner sold that apartment. We had no choice but to look for another place. It was hard. It happened all of a sudden. We found some to be too costly, while the ones that were affordable are far from schools, hospitals, market, heck they were far from anywhere. We eventually got a new place, but it was just a room for rent. It was a house with two rooms, when the guys who rented the other room left, my parents decided to get it also which means we get to have the house for ourselves. That meant a bigger bill. Until they decided to get their own house. A good person (agent) helped t hem out to decide, and thanks to that person, we had a decent home in a decent community, more importantly, a place we can call our own. It also helped my Mommy with the budget.  Wh...