My Mother's Garden

There's nothing more relaxing than soaking up the greenery with your barkada on an out-of-town trip. But now, you and your friends can get comfortable without having to leave the city! Grab your whole group and make your way to My Mother's garden. This Big Ancestral house, owned by one of our natinal artist, is also a greatr place to unwind with friends and eat your fill of good old home- cooked food. Kep with the green theme by kicking off your meal with their refreshing Garden salad with fench Dressing. But surely, thsi wouldn;t be enough for your hungry guy pals, so get a basket of their freshly baked Ciabatta bread,. Their Mustard chickenis always a winner; be sure to get your share because everyone will definitely be competing fopr the last piece! Of course, what would a meal be without dessert? we hardly recommed the mango squares - a sweet end to meal and a sweet start to a long and close knit friendhip with your barkada...

New Moon Rising

Despite mixed reviews on the first fang-tastic flick, summit entertainment has received the go signal to work on the movie adaptation of the twilight sequel. Author Stephanie Meyer says, "I don't think any other author has had a more positive experience with the makers of her movie adaptation than I have had. I'm thrilled to have a chance to work with them again on New Moon.

Though Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke won't be directing and Edward  is rumored to have a fewer scenes in this sequel, Robert Pattinson is excited about filming the movie. "I'm looking forward to doing the re-mergence, when he's killing himself. I think it'd be kind of spectacular seeing that. The second book is my favorite so I'm quite looking forward doing it." Kirsten Stewart can't wait to film overseas, telling Ryan Seacrest on his radio show, "A lot of book takes place in italy, and i think we're going to get to go there which is so cool. For a while, they were like, Oh, we on't know if we have the money, but now i think we may have it!" Actor/martial artist Taylor Lautner is hitting the gym twice as much now that his were-wolf transforming character, Jacob ,literally plays a bigger role in new moon. He spills, "the quote I love most is Jacob's ' Does my being half-naked bothe ryou?' That just cracks me up . We'll have to wait to see what he looks like ." No doubt, fans will be rushing to the cinemas on Novemeber 20 to eagerly watche director Chris Weitz's adaptation of their beloved book.

5 TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL GRANDPARENTING

1. Boundaries are necessary for control and safety.
All children need and must learn to respect boundaries.
2. Gift giving is not a requirement of grandparenting
Establish a practice with your first grandchild and stick with it.
3. All rules must be consistent with parents ' wishes.
Anything you do with and for your grandchild needs to be discussed first with the parents. After all, parents make the rules and effective grandparents support them.
4.There is no substitute for planning.
Proper planning ensures that the activity will be discussed with the parents.
5. Grandchildren and grandparents want to have fun!
There is no substitute for good old-fashioned belly laughs. It's good for you, your grandchild and your relationship.

I AM NOT THE GRATEST - JORDAN

Michael Jordan, considered by many as the gratest basketball player of all time, was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame .
Just as he was during his playing days, Jordan was again the center of attention , but was quick to pay tribute to his fellow inductees.
"Contrary to what you guys believe ,it's not just me going into the Hall of Fame ", said Jordan, who led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA championship then finished his career with two seasons at the Washington Wizards.
Jordan entered the Hall of Fame alongside Stockton and Sloan, who,respectively played for and coached the Jazz team Jordan's Bulls defeated in the 1997 and 1988 NBA finals.
Jordan's game winning shot against Utah to win that last championship was a major highlight in a career filled with too many outstanding achievements to count.
Jordan was also coy about his status as the greatest player of all time, saying he did want to compare himself with players from the past , and warned against judging contemporary and future players against him.
Jordan is currently the managing member of basketball operations of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats and said his love affair with the game remains as strong as ever.
"The game of basketball has meant everything to me- it's may refuge ,may peace ; it's been the place of the most intense pain and joy that anyone can imagine.
"I hope that it's given the millions of people who I have touched the motivation to follow their dreams.
"Never say never; because limits like fears, are often just an illusion."

HAPPY BATTLE

  All throughout Francis M's carrer, Pia Arroyo-Magalona had been in the bachground as wife and mother to his kids.When Francis M was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia in August last year , it was Pia's strength and fortitude , composure and calmness, that the public got to witness. In TV interviews and in their social networking sites, Pia gave updates on Francis knowing that many Filipinos would want to know how the Man from Manila was.
  Now that her better half is gone, Pia admits that there are still times when she would seek his help on some issues. But she doesn't feel pressure in raising the kids all by herself . She is also keeping herself busy in running the Francis M Clothing Co. or FMMC, the apparel business which Francis started in  2006 . She also plans to put up an educational advocacy even seeing herself teaching someday.
  Maxene Sofia Maria Arroyo Magalona, on the other hand , consciously makes an effort to be a role model to the youth. The 22 year old actress is currently completing her thesis and will hopefully finish her Social Sciences course at the Ateneo de Manila University by yearend. Eventually , Maxene wants to take up master's studies in Education.
  Being the eldest daughter of Francis , Maxene admits that there has always been pressure on her part to keep up with her dad's name and image.
  At present , Pia and Maxene are taking part in advocacies specially close to their hearts. Pia shares that before the rapper passed away, he wanted to wage a battle against cancer by being a spokesperson for those who have leukemia . Wanting to continue his fight , the mother and daughter supported an advocacy against cervical cancer.