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Reading this post made me so proud of Lotlot's parents! KUDOS!



I agree with Joe's post, "Get vaccinated before it’s too late. "



Travel Blogger, Sinjin Pineda encourages everyone to get vaccinated!



Good Job Siloy!



Edzel Nieves said in his FB Post, "The 2nd dose queued us for a whopping 3 hrs as compared to the previously 1, but very happy as more and more are ready to step up - sacrificing for the good of the many, the family, and the kids waiting for mama and papa to come home 😇 The vaccine may or may not give our generation some side effects, but we need to live today for us to conquer tomorrow. The benefit of living outways the risk of dying, period."



Bigseed (Cebu's Famous PR Firm) encourages everyone To herd immunity... and beyond!



These are Cebu Lawyers fighting Covid!



Our Snake Princess and gang, doing the right job!

Oh Christmas, you are full of mysteries and surprises! And this time, a very good surprise! Yesterday, a Social Media user, Prudence Mae Abellanosa Enerlan, posted something thoughtful and magical on her Facebook account. Are you ready to know this one of a kind Christmas Presents? Here's Tatay Driver who offers a free ride to all his Jeepney passengers on his first trip every Christmas Day for 14 years already!

Tatay Driver has been reported to be living in Tinaan, Naga City in Cebu. I just hope someone will give this Tatay Driver something amazing this Holiday season! By the way, you can catch him on his Naga-Bulacao Jeepney Route.

The post was done Christmas day at 7:40 AM, 25 minutes after it actually happened. As of this writing, it has 11 thousand comments and 19 thousand shares. It stated as follows:

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December 25, 2018 around 7:15am

While on the way going to my work..

As soon as I entered his jeepney ( front seat), He immediately greeted me "GOOD MORNING AND MERRY CHRISTMAS"

When one passenger gave his jeepney fare he refused to accept it, and said to us "ALL MY PASSENGER IS FREE of Fare, that's my little Christmas gift for everyone",

Me sitting beside him was shocked and awe for what he said.

He's been doing this free fare for 14years every first trip of December 25th.

Little things matter.

Merry Christmas indeed Tay, Thank you and God bless 😊

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See how an ordinary jeepney driver gave smile and brightness to people even with just a small deed! Now, I hope this will enlighten our minds and gives us ideas on how to share positive vibes not just for Christmas Day but throughout our entire life for as long as we can! Way to go Tatay!!!

It's been FOUR years already when FaceCebu started to search online and post them amazing costumes of Cebuanos every during Halloween. And year after year, Cebuanos always shock us with their creativity and ability to bring some of our Halloween scares to Human life. Even our loved Cartoon characters or Superheroes will bring us Joy as we celebrate Halloween.




Let's start with these Kids! Look at this spooky yet adorable Ghost Bride! Photos by Janika Janika.











This kid we think is the brother of transformer dude! Looke at those lights, creative!!! Taken by Anna Mae Mosot.



I think kudos to the decorations? But seriously, this is scary Mr. Mark Jasper.



This scene in Kakahuyan sa Parkmall is really scary! Thanks for this inside pic Ms. Justine L. Espina.



And her majesty, The Queen of Hearts. Photo by Marilou Rocha.

Megaworld Corporation launched its new website, www.megaworldcorp.com last August 1, 2018. With its minimalist layout, Megaworld Corporation wishes every online user and potential customers to browse the website and find what they want easily and hassle-free. Want to know more about their latest site?


Here are the Five things you should know about the new Megaworld Website.

1. All Hotels properties can be browsed in this new Megaworld Website which includes Belmont Hotel Manila, Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo and Ortigas, Savoy Hotel Boracay and Manila.



2. Just like all Hotels feature, all Megaworld Malls can also be browsed on their new website. Just click on the MALLS tab.



3. Need further help? They got CHAT feature located in the lower right of the site. If you are connected to Facebook, then you can just directly send a message in that chat feature.



4. Want to explore Megaworld properties? Or You wish to get a Condo? Check out Residences tab which gives you two options, Pre-Selling or Ready for Occupancy. Just filter using Location or Price and then you can get what you want.



5. Unlike other corporate sites, Megaworld Corporation offers an opportunity to people who want to work with them. How? In the footer or bottom part of the site, click on CAREERS. In the new page, click on what job you prefer and then fill out the form or upload your latest Resume.

Having a 10-year relationship with someone means a lot to us. It carved something special to our heart and it gave wonderful experiences in our life. I know there is no perfect relationship, sometimes you failed your partner's expectations and sometimes your partner commit mistakes. But at the end, you never give up on each other. This is what I experience with my unique relationship with Cebu Bloggers Society. After all, this premier Blogging organization in Cebu was born on a love month, February 14, 2008, specifically. And on March 3, our grandest appreciation event will be held at Cebu Parklane International Hotel on a formal Gala night. Exciting my loves!

Cebu Bloggers Society celebrates 10th Anniversary at Cebu Parklane International Hotel for their Gala Night.

CBS at 10 Sponsors and Partners

In this very special article, I am featuring my friends and members of Cebu Bloggers Society who made it up to this year. Indeed, it was a rocky ride but we made it through the rain. I'm sure with these pillars, CBS will live long. So I asked them, "Why did you choose to remain as a CBS member for 10 years?"

Xerxes Bernadez, a member of CBS for 10 years

Xerxes Aaron Bernadez of obnoxiousqueer.com


"So easy. I'm part of the core formation group in its infancy until it has become the premier blogging organization of the South up to this very day. It's hard to let go when you found a lot of friends sharing the same passion, blogging. This group which serves as my family is unbeatable and has been tested through time. It's so far my "longest" relationship than any partner. :)  "

Agnez Jimenez and her family. Agnes has been with CBS for 10 years already.

Agnes Jimenez of empressofdrac.com


"I stay loyal to CBS because it helped me further my career in freelancing. I learned a lot of things in the organization when I was still an active member and I am forever grateful. I hope it will continue its reign as Cebu’s premiere blogging group and will continue to help more people better their lives and career through blogging."

Gerrymie Tampus, a 10 year member of CBS

Gerrymie Tampus of cebucityfied.com

"As one of the fortifying bloggers in CBS' infancy years, it's each member's commitment that'll foster of what is CBS now. I'm committed to stay and help, as the organization grows, we, members are also part of it."

Sinjin Pineda, CBS president

Sinjin Pineda of Sinjin.PH

"10 years after, why am I still a member of the Cebu Bloggers Society? I joined in August 2008 as a shy high school graduate that was new to blogging and wanted to be with like-minded individuals. Indeed, the group, especially the pioneering members, helped me out, and together we faced the obstacles that challenged us, given that it was a new form of media and self-expression. But as the days passed, this organization became family. I grew up with CBS and the group has helped me step out of my comfort zone and achieve personal milestones. From someone who was shy and reluctant, I have developed renewed confidence, as my role for the group continues to grow. Today, the Cebu Bloggers Society remains to be the most trusted and this is reflected by the members' confidence in CBS as the premier blogging organization in Cebu. Padayon, CBS!"

Atty. Ethelbert Ouano, CBS legal adviser

Atty. Ethelbert Ouano of NindotKaayo.com

"Cebu Bloggers Society believes in the sets of principles that I personally subscribed to as essential values in developing the blogging and content creation community in Cebu. Making a choice directly stemming from what is truly important is always easier since CBS and I hold the same core beliefs. It is through the organization I am able to capably contribute to the promotion of Cebu and its lifestyle. CBS has effectively produced top notch bloggers as harbingers of the good life in Cebu."








The success of CBS is nothing without its members. And of course, new members have contributed a lot to the organization too. Do you want to know their inputs? I shot them one question, "As a new member of Cebu's premier blogging organization, Cebu Bloggers Society, what have you learned so far from the group?"

CBS New Member and Vice-President, Margaux Camaya

Margaux Camaya of www.thevisualtraveler.net

" Getting to know like-minded individuals helped me improve my blogging skills. it also introduced me to the world of Cebu Events and Entertainment which I never knew existed even after living in the Island for the past 10 years. It's not all fun and games. There are deadlines to meet. Commitments to fulfill. Research to be made. These are the things that resonated when I joined CBS."

CBS treasurer, Lyssa Amor

Lyssa Amor of lyssaamorblog.wordpress.com

"My membership application to Cebu Bloggers Society has approved February of 2016. I was blogging for 8 months already that time but it was nothing compared to others who are in the industry for 8 years. I am so grateful that they accepted me despite the lack of experience. I learned a lot from them, and for the first time in a long time, I felt that I belong. It’s good to surround yourself with people with the same interest and goals. I learned so much about blogging technically with the free workshops that the organization provide, and from the experiences as part of the organization. I also learned about friendship, not just having fun but deep relationships with my co-bloggers from CBS, I know I can count on them. I love this family, and I am so happy to be here now to celebrate its 10th year anniversary. Congratulations to the founder, Mark Monta and to the people who are here since 2008."

Facebook Sensation and CBS member, Neil Jed Castro

Neil Jed Castro 


"I have learned that there’s real beauty in diversity. I mean we have different personalities and we tackle different niche, but all together we create difference and change. And I think that is really beautiful."

Best Cebu Style Blogger of 2016, Lloyd Chua

Lloyd Chua of LloydandBehold.com

"I had doubts before applying to any blogging organization before because I want to start my blog from scratch but I was encouraged to join by Libotero (now Sinjin.Life) 😂. So I said, “Why not?” Now, I don’t regret that 2-year-old decision. There may be issues, frenemies, and misunderstandings (a thing that blogging/ influencer world will never run out of) but there are also to be gained and acquired best friends and connections. I wouldn’t have met my Besties (Guada, Mark, Lyssa), BIBES and Beshie Etienne. It would be a lie if I say my blog did not grow bounds because of Cebu Bloggers Society and I’m eternally happy and thankful for that. So, cheers for the AUTHENTIC 10 years of the premiere blogging organization: Cebu Bloggers Society! #CBSForever"

Kerr Quevedo, New CBS Member

Kerr Quevedo
of withkerr.wordpress.com


" Being with CBS is a continuous learning experience but something that stood out for me was I learned to co-exist with people who share the same craft as me - who, in their own ways, better themselves with each and every output they produce. There will come a stage where you would look at it as a competition on who gets a spot on this event or who gets invited by this PR or who's better at this particular niche. But, in the end, it will not always about that. I learned that I am a member of CBS because I love the craft of blogging and not the act of competing against one another. Because of that, I came to appreciate the people who love it just as I do. I learned to share what I know and the best reward is that I learned from other bloggers, too. "

Best Cebu Photo Blogger of 2017, Glister Del Socorro

Glister Del Socorro of chasingpotatoes.com


"I am honored and proud to be one of the members of Cebu Bloggers Society. In this group, I am able to expand my connections and widen my horizons. I have been exposed to the things that are out of my comfort zone. With that, I am able to express myself in an artistic way and share my passion and knowledge creatively very much better than before. I am truly grateful to be part of this group."

Best Cebu Food Blogger of 2016, Mimi Gonzales

Mimi Gonzales of chasingbleu.net

"I've been with the group for some time now, and I've built not just my blog, but friendship among other members as well. I've learned how to grow my blog and establish good blogging practices. I've had the opportunity to attend events that were also contributing to my blog's audience. I couldn't be more grateful for this family who has given me no less than love and support in my every endeavor. Viva CBS!"











Overall, I still believe that when we work together, we can do everything and we can overcome every obstacle. I hope that the old members will still support the organization in every strength and intellect they have. And I believe that new members can still show their leadership and talent to the organizations which for sure help them nurture to a better person. I'm so happy of what I built out of love and I wish for a better Cebu Bloggers Society in the future.

Mark Monta, Cebu Bloggers Society Founder. instagram.com/mmonta

- - Cebu Bloggers Society 10th Anniversary Press Release - - 

The last ten years have been a long rollercoaster ride full of ups, downs and in-betweens for the Cebu Bloggers Society. Those years were filled with memories, challenges, learnings, and growth. As CBS marked its 10th anniversary last February 14, we will be celebrating such a wonderful feat this Saturday, March 3 at the Cebu Bloggers Society 10th Anniversary Gala Night.. This event will be our largest event yet, and this wouldn't be possible without the support of our members, and the brands, PR agencies, companies and everyone who continued to trust and believe in the Cebu Bloggers Society.

Co-Presenters

The Cebu Bloggers Society 10th Anniversary Gala Night is co-presented by Cebu Parklane International Hotel, our official venue partner, AirAsia, our official airline partner, SkyWaterpark Cebu, our official waterpark partner, and Oppo, our official smartphone partner. Have some cravings? You can now order your food and groceries online with https://www.honestbee.ph/en/. Just download the app and have them delivered at your doorstep.

 

Patron

We thank our patron sponsor, BigSEED PR and Events for introducing the Cebu Bloggers Society to their partner brands.

Gold Sponsors

Megaworld, the country's leading real estate developer and No. 1 business process and outsourcing (BPO) office developer and landlord in the Philippines PLDT Home, home’s most powerful broadband Ayala Center Cebu, the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination in the South

Silver Sponsors

McDonald's

Bronze Sponsors

Starbucks Havaianas This event is powered by Smart. For more updates on the CBS 10th Anniversary Gala Night, check out our social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram , using the official hashtag, #CBSat10.

If you are my avid reader and social media follower, you would know that I’m not into Political blogging. I don’t do politics articles or even politicians’ feature in this Lifestyle and Travel Blog of mine. But there’s one issue that caught my attention, this TRAIN and SSB Tax proposals.


So aside from the undying issue of killings under President Duterte administration, TRAIN and SSB are important topics that need to be discussed in the Congress or in the Senate. I won’t be talking as professional here, but using my research and other online skills, let me help you define and together understand this tax reform matters. First, let’s talk about terms.

• TRAIN – It stands for Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion
• SSB – Means Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax
• House Bill 292 – authored by Representatives Horacio Suansing and Estrellita Suansing. It imposes an excise tax on Sweetened Beverage products. HB 292 is part of TRAIN (House Bill 5636)
• House Bill 5636 – It will amend our Comprehensive Tax Reform Package so the government can collect more taxes.

What will happen if TRAIN bill is approved?

1. Oil excise tax rates will be adjusted gradually in the succeeding years. Diesel and essentials namely processed gas, kerosene, diesel fuel oil, liquefied petroleum gas, asphalt, and bunker fuel oil will increase from P0 in 2017, to P1.75 to P3 in 2018, P3.75 to P5 in 2019 and P6 in 2020. Gas and non-essentials such as lubricating oils and greases, naphtha, regular gasoline, premium gasoline, and aviation turbo jet fuel will increase from P4.35 in 2017, to P6 to P7 in 2018, P8 to P9 in 2019 and P10 in 2020. ( Src philstar )

• Just imagine how much the fare would be if this is approved. For those Call Center Agents or Night Shifters who rely on motorcycle-taxi or Habal-Habal in coming to their respective offices, how much would they suffer in their daily lives? Not to mention other public transportations such as Jeepneys, V-Hire and Taxis. Can you imagin the fare would be?

2. A P-10-excise tax for the first year and four percent every year thereafter on all sweetened beverages such as soft drinks, coffee, juice drinks and energy drinks. The SSB tax proposes a P10 per liter tax on beverages using high-fructose corn syrup, P5 per liter on drinks using sugar, and P3 per liter on drinks using non-caloric sweeteners. How much would a poor Filipino cost for a sachet of 3-in-1 coffee? They are using this daily!

So if this will push thru, what will happen to our beloved Sari-Sari Store and micro-enterprise business in which majority of their products come from those sweetened goods? Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) chairman Jesus Lim Arranza said the implementation of the tax would cause a 40 to 60 percent sales slump in sari-sari stores and other micro-enterprises, triggered by a 25 to 50 percent price increase of basic commodities. (Src Philstar)

3. Another tax-payers group is identified as "medium taxpayers" and maybe converted to Medium
Taxpayers division following the Large Taxpayers Division should the TRAIN is approved. Meaning,
those belong to this category are companies that pay more than 30 percent of a revenue region's
collection goal. Don't you know that BIR-13 revenue regions, Cebu and Bohol, is recently identified as top 500 establishments classified as “medium taxpayers,” which includes mostly construction, real estate,
and manufacturing companies in the two provinces. (Src SunStar)

What’s the advantage? 

Filipinos will be forced to observe healthy living without any sugar from any foods or beverages in our daily meals. Meaning, fewer figures on issues of Diabetes and Obesity. data from the 2017 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations show that the problem is undernutrition, not obesity which means the Government should focus on this matter rather than resolving a problem with another possible problem.


The Senate session in regards to this matter will resume in November, I’m hoping they will see how the poor Filipinos are being affected by this latest tax move. I'm hoping that this TRAIN won't arrive on its expected station.

It's been four days after the epic finale episode of Game Of Thrones Season 7 but the fever never stops! Last Monday, a number of viewing events were held here in Cebu but only one emerged at the top and that's Marco Polo's Season 7 Finale viewing party. Promised to offer an amazing experience, the Hotel initiated a one of a kind costume contest accompanied with different activities such as GOT Panel Discussion, Trivia Game and Musical Performance. But we will not talk about what happened during that event, we will see who made it to our top list of Game Of Thrones Costume Playing!

Game Of Thrones Cosplayers during the Marco Polo Season 7 Finale Viewing Party. Collage by FaceCebu.net. Pics by Marco Polo Facebook Page.

Are you ready? Together with my officemate and a true-blooded GoT Fan, #LaagPaMore Blogger, Jacinth Suico helped me picked the top 10 CosPlayers who joined Marco Polo's event and stood out as they carried the costume and character very well. Check this out!

But before the top 10, here are some runner up! 

Ellaria Sand

Khal Drogo (Yes, a female version!)

Margaery Tyrell

Here's our Night King!

Cebu's version of Sansa Stark, what do you think?

Now, here's FaceCebu's Top 10 List of Game Of Thrones Cosplayers!

TOP 10 - Lady Olenna Tyrell

TOP 9 - Arya Stark

TOP 8 - Jon Snow

TOP 7 - Septa Unella

TOP 6 -  Daenerys Targaryen

Are you ready for the TOP 5???? (Drum roll please?!!!)

TOP 5 - Oberyn Martell

TOP 4 - Melisandre

TOP 3 - Missandei

TOP 2 - Faceless Jaqen H'ghar

TOP 1 - Social Media Star, Jomie Hospital as Cersei Lannister