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Very Vanilla, Krispy Kreme’s Vanilla Indulgence

July 28, 2014 by Janey

Vanilla, with its wonderfully delicious, aromatic flavor, is now the star attraction in Krispy Kreme Philippines. Krispy Kreme, an international retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed doughnut and with a flagship store in Bonifacio High Street in Fort, released its latest creations. Krispy Kreme’s new Very Vanilla doughnuts with premium vanilla-flavored fillings, icings, and toppings are sure to surprise and delight. Very Vanilla doughnuts are available from July 25 through September 12, 2014 at Krispy Kreme stores nationwide.

#DearFutureMom, your child will be HAPPY

March 25, 2014 by Janey

I support different advocacies, mostly involving kids. Last January 25, a week before my birthday, I spent my birthday with the Right Start kids at the Right Start Foundation center. But there are also those that are kids-at-heart-forever with special abilities / needs that require a certain kind of acceptance and reception. This one hits close to home since my sister Joyce is one.

She brings so much joy, humility and compassion in my heart.

I’m blessed to have her in my life.

Her simple joys!

The only person who can eat and sleep at the same time! 🙂

I’d like to share the video below made through a collaboration of CoorDown (Coordinator of the National Association of People with Down Syndrome) and Saatchi & Saatchi Italy.

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This is a response to an expectant mother who had just found out that her unborn child would have Down syndrome.

“What kind of life will my child have?”

Love Food, Don’t Waste

October 9, 2013 by Janey

My heartless friends joke a lot about me having this bottomless pit of a tummy but I do get full, contrary to popular belief. Even if I want to gobble everything on the table that people aren’t finishing, I sometimes wave the white flag and relent to not take another bite. I’m not opposed to having it packed to bring home and I make it a point to eat leftovers and not leave it spoiling in the ref. Not all people are mindful though. And sometimes, buffets’ ultimate motto of absolutely NO leftovers is best practiced than overlooked.

Image from Bistecca entry

We pay attention when our own hunger pangs come o-grumbling but we close our eyes to the less fortunate who go on hungry for days, even weeks, by mindlessly throwing out food or leaving it on the table.

One of the many things I learned from my father is not to waste food. I remember when I was still young and eager to finish lunch or dinner just to be able to play the Nintendo family comp, my Pops would point to the few grains of rice on my plate and ask me gently to finish it all. Every single time there is still food on my plate, no matter how little a morsel it is, as long as it’s edible, he didn’t tire to ask to finish it. There are times I felt it was silly whenever he requested to finish even ONE grain of rice. But looking back, it was all good training. We all try to say a prayer of grace before meals but do we remember to speak a prayer of blessing for those who go without?

Image via google images

My go-to store for healthy alternatives for snacks, tea and supplements, Healthy Options has started an advocacy to stop food wastage through a social media campaign, “Love Food, Don’t Waste.”

Check out these YouTube videos:

Healthy Options raises awareness on the ridiculous amount of food that ends up inside a trash bin. A lot of folks ignore the fact that not everyone has access to food and many are actually starving. A family of 8 actually shares one instant noodle soup amongst themselves to survive. This is just one of many illustrations of how people cope with deprivation. There are worse realities.

Philippines 2010 Elections: Krispy Kreme Wants You to DOugh YOUR PART

May 5, 2010 by Janey

There’s always politicking in the Philippines whether it’s election period or not. Campaigning went to full gear around 3^rd quarter of last year. When the campaign period officially started, streets became filled with campaign posters and TV programs have been loaded with political advertisements.

It’s national elections and debates both on TV and in casual environments have skyrocketed on who to vote for, quite particularly in the seat of the next President.

I think there are also other important things to consider this coming election. For instance, it will be a first in the country for registered voters to use an automated voting system.

A mock election conducted by COMELEC showed that some voters did not know where and how to cast their ballots. Efforts from various sectors like on-air commercials are being made to be able to educate the voters. Krispy Kreme is doing its part to contribute as well.

The well-loved family brand is out to their own campaign called “Vote 2010: Dough Your Part” and in doing so have devised their own way to help spread awareness. They have created a mock ballot wherein voters will choose their winning doughnut and coffee. “We wanted to make it a fun learning experience for the voters”, Mark Gamboa, Marketing Manager of Krispy Kreme said. “This will help them prepare for the real, automated voting system.” He adds.

Given the insufficient knowledge of the voters regarding the new voting system, Krispy Kreme will give voters a chance to learn more about it. “So when the elections come, they wouldn’t be confused” Gamboa said. This awareness then leads to an organized and peaceful election.

Other than sharing the knowledge, the mock ballot Krispy Kreme has created will also encourage them to actually exercise their right to vote. “Once they try the mock ballot, it will urge them to go out and vote.” Gamboa said. Since it is a new system and others may think it will be problematic, the Krispy Kreme campaign may help them think otherwise. For everyone to further maximize this advocacy, limited edition Krispy Kreme Vote 2010 doughnuts will be available on the said event and from May 8 to 10.

“With this, the spirit of this campaign can be made more visible.” he said. With this campaign, Krispy Kreme proves itself as more than a doughnut brand. They are also advocates of responsible citizenship. They have shown how doughnuts and coffee became a viable tool to educate Filipinos about the latest voting system.

You may visit any of the following Krispy Kreme Branches: Bonifacio High Street, Greenhills Shopping Center Drive-Thru, SM Mall of Asia, Trinoma Cinema Level, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia Drive-Thru, Ayala Avenue, Robinsons Galleria, Gateway Mall, Glorietta 4, SM City Annex (North EDSA), Annex 2 SM Fairvew, Eastwood, Marquee Mall Pampanga, SM San Lazaro & SM Manila or call 0917-8053000. Also, be sure to log on to www.krispykreme.com.ph and be a Friend of Krispy Kreme to get updates.

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Christmas in the Hearts Part Deux in Photos

February 3, 2010 by Janey

More Photos from the Virlanie Foundation Christmas Outreach:

Photographer: Madz Alsola

Date: December 20, 2009

Venue: Virlanie Foundation House in Makati

Time: 2PM – 7PM

Games…

Stop Dance

Who’s moving?

Peace bro!

Genuine Smile

Candid

Cutesy

Kweng and Issang

Smart MJ

Goody Treats

Briefing without a brief? LOL

Candid

Session

Grouping

With Kweng from Cali

Group with Maddie

Berks + Madz and Friends + Me + Bubba = Christmas is in the Hearts 😉

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Christmas is for Kids

December 22, 2009 by Janey

Many say that Christmas is truly for kids. It’s hard to disagree when you find yourself in a toy store just to get your child, inaanak, pamangkin, or even your little neighbor a gift that’ll make them smile. However, some kids are not as fortunate as our young loved ones.

Through Enervon, you can make a difference for the kids of the Virlanie Foundation. All you have to do is text REFILL to 2948. The proceeds from every text message you send are donated to the foundation. Every text message also makes the Enervon Smiley billboard on PET building, EDSA shine brighter. Let’s not forget the reason for the season and share the happy to the kids of Virlanie Foundation. Keep texting, mag-refill with Enervon and share the happy.

And if you lend a helping hand, you might even grab an MP3 player along the way! Each text you send gets you more chances of winning a Philips Go Gear Mix MP3 player.

Spread the word. Share the happy!

Follow Share the Happy on: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Share-the-Happy/194730160833?ref=ts

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Love in All the Little Faces

December 14, 2009 by Janey

It was a weekend full of young hearts. This weekend was spent with so many kids I couldn’t keep track how many smiles I have received and how many smiles I have given. When there is sharing of Love, it’s countless.

Thursday evening after work, Bubba and I went Christmas shopping for toys. I bought toys (as prizes) for Madz’ invite to Project Brave Kids Xmas Party last Saturday and for my birthday outreach project planned for February next year.

From the onset of dating, I’ve already enlisted Bubba’s help in the Christmas goody bags we distributed in 2006. Since then, we have already committed doing an annual Christmas project together to reach out to the less privileged. This was our way of giving back to the community for the blessings (even the problems!) that we receive abundantly every year. If do not find the time to organize, we volunteer for our friends’ outreach programs and donate in kind as well as in time.

This year, we decided to do separate projects to aid more organizations. Bubba is doing his on December 20, which is next Sunday, while I have to postpone mine to next year, during my birthday month. I have completely left Bubba alone in planning for his outreach program and it looks like it’s coming altogether soon. Again, thank you to our friends who have pledged their Sunday afternoon to help out and spend time with the Virlanie Foundation kids.

Last Saturday was the take-off of the causes lined up in our list until next year.

Project Brave Kids

Last February, my “sole” (we like and have the same shoes, now we like the same bags) sister Maddie raised funds during her birthday party to donate to Project Brave Kids. She invited us again to help out by volunteering during PBK’s Christmas party last Saturday.

Project Brave Kids is an organization that assists children with cancer and their families toward improving their quality of life by enhancing their social, emotional and physical well-being. The founder also has a child who was stricken with bone marrow cancer at a young age but after a long process, he has now fully recovered and has 0% cancer!

Celebrities who graced the event was Darna star, Marian Rivera, Kenyo and PBA stars among others. Jollibee made a special appearance also to dance to the very popular song “Nobody,” to which little Andre danced his heart to. It was so heartwarming to see 150 kids in excitement and joy with the overflowing food, gifts and programs prepared. The best part was the news that over 10 brave kids graduated from chemo treatment and will start to live a life outside numerous hospital visits.

With Maddie and Issang

Great job by the Project Brave Kids organizers for putting together this big Christmas event for the Brave Kids. We wanted to stay longer but we also had to attend our good friends’ children party for their daughter so after collecting trash after lunch, Bubba and I dashed to Greenmeadows.

How You Can Help

There are so many ways to share ourselves to others: be a volunteer, a benefactor, a donor, an advocate, a foster parent or a partner. For more information, please visit the Project Brave Kids website.

Volunteers can join the following activities:

Intercessory Prayer Service: A prayer group shall be formed for each patient, to support the family spiritually.

Hospice Care: Volunteers will visit terminally-ill patients and provide their families comfort and assistance in this most distressing time.

Camp Volunteer: Through an annual summer camp, patients and families will have a chance to take a break from the rigorous schedules of treatment. Volunteers will accompany these families and help facilitate the various activities.

Special Occasion Volunteer: During special occasions, volunteers can take over the care of the cancer patient so that moms or dads can devote a day to themselves.

CONTACT DETAILS:

Project Brave Kids Inc.

Unit 705 Pacific Center

San Miguel Avenue, Ortigas Center,

Pasig City

Telephone Number: 706-2839

Fax Number: 638-5940

Mobile Phone Number: 0917-811 – KIDS (5437)

Email Addresses: projectbravekids@ymail.com

BANK DETAILS:

BANCO DE ORO, Herrera Branch

Account Name: PROJECT BRAVE KIDS INC.

Current Account No: 120 801 4052

Dollar Savings Account No: 120 009 6272

Even if my body feels tired, my spirit is floating as my heart only contains pure joy for the kids who easily find happiness in the smallest of things. From their little faces, it shows that their hearts are always open to receiving love.

Spread the LOVE,

Jane 🙂

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8 to Educate Campaign and the Virlanie Foundation

November 3, 2009 by Janey

I’ve written before that a child’s smile can make a world of difference.

My sister Joyce will forever have a child’s smile. And that makes me lucky. She makes me look differently at the world.

There are hundreds/thousands of children out in the street. How can WE make a difference to their world?

Children’s Month draws to a close in the Philippines and we’re reminded of the importance of education in the lives of the country’s children. Virlanie Foundation, Inc and eight high-end restaurants in Serendra and along Bonifacio High Street in Global City, Taguig have partnered on a new campaign to highlight education for those who perhaps need it the most: street children.

From now until December 31st, 2009, eating at any one of the eight participating restaurants will help educate a street child. Arama, Cav, Chelsea, Cupcakes by Sonja, Fu, Healthy Kitchen, Sentro 1771 and Xocolat will make a donation to Virlanie for every designated menu item ordered. Eager to participate in the campaign, the staff of each restaurant has been learning about Virlanie and its eight educational initiatives.

Chelsea’s Mac and Cheese

Fu’s Dimsum Platter

Sentro 1771’s Chicken

Sentro 1771’s Catfish Adobo Flakes

Xocolat’s Organic Cacao Drink

I personally like Sentro 1771, Fu and Chelsea and will definitely visit these places, dine there and order the food listed to help them donate.

Virlanie and its campaign partners are keen that concern for education extends beyond mealtimes and they’ve made it easy for patrons to support the education of a street child from only PHP800 per month.

Virlanie Foundation is a private non-sectarian child-caring institution in Manila. Its cares for street children who are abandoned, abused, made to work and are found living in the streets. They’re welcomed into its homes. Annually it cares for more than 300 children in its 12 homes and last year cared for 700 more through its outreach programs.

Support for Virlanie’s cause comes from many quarters. For a year already, world famous singer Billy Crawford, has been the foundation’s Goodwill Ambassador. Recruited by founder Dominique Lemay, Billy has seen Virlanie’s work up close: “I visited the homes and it’s really impressive how these kids are being taken care of. It’s all year round, not just for the Christmas season.” Billy freely admits that “I wouldn’t be who I am today if I hadn’t been ‘in need’ at some point in my life… and it’s on those crucial times when any helping hand is always a blessing.” Billy understands the importance of education and backs Virlanie on its newest campaign to come to the aid of the city’s most vulnerable children.

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