Forecast for 2009 by Anthony Vivero

VIBES & VISION

Anthony Vivero

Many fear the unknown. Many speculate. But there is a proper way to handle the uncertainty of the future. Take notice of the clues around you about the coming days. Tune in to your surroundings. There will always be bad forecasts, and by sensing these clues you may see that the bad may not be that bad after all.

The economy

To the looming global recession, the Philippines will never be affected. Our resiliency is proven to be our best trait. We can still laugh and find fun even in the hardest times. The Filipinos are different from other people in the world. Yes, as the whole world goes deeper into economic woes, we will not follow. A slack can be felt but we will manage very well, and among our Asian counterparts we will be the first one to rise up and recover.

In the middle of the year, when everything will break loose, especially when gas prices go up again, the Philippines will already have adjusted to the worst scenario as predicted by economists. The majority of the Filipinos who are in the middle-income bracket will just feel the slowness of the economy but before it can affect the rich and big businesses, the tide will change. This will be the uphill climb for the rich nations.

The climate and disasters

Water will still dominate the causes of the death and destructions in the world. The date with the probable highest mortality and to remember is Jan. 25 of this year. I can sense a strong negative vibration on this day. Just beware of this date, but do not panic.

Politics

In the Philippines, Gloria Arroyo will still be in power and will make a last try to stay in power in 2010 via suspension of election, or worse abolishing the current structure of government. This is their agenda, if the legal means given by the Constitution will not be acceptable to the populace.

The President

This leader we have today is bound to lead for life. She is destined to lead as long as she remains strong. The secrets of her strength are correct timing, the right people, a very supportive family, one objective, and no opposition. Many play as opposition to the worst-loved leader of the nation but nobody has enough courage to fight to death like she does.

The nearest anyone can get in being a true opposition is Sen. Antonio Trillanes. Unfortunately he is proven to be just a politician and not a person driven by ideology. Only a person who is willing to die for a cause can remove Gloria Arroyo because Gloria is willing to die for her seat.

Sad to say, no politicians and civic leaders today has the character to face confrontation with the strong woman of the nation.

The Senate

This will still be the stage of players as it has always been. They will all play gods, and the political miracle that everyone is waiting for will never come. Gone were the days of respectable senators. All we have are politicians who play like actors and actors who play politicians.

It is also sad to note that these politicians from congress who managed to get in the Senate smoking like hell against the administration are now all smoke in the air, gone and silent in their chairs of power.

The older politicians will play politics of course for their retirement. They will play the game of being "good and wise," strategically playing the strong and mighty but still loved by many.

The Congress

This one can be for Ripley's Believe It or Not. If you need entertainment similar to the comedy bars in town where you can laugh and sometimes be annoyed by jokes made upon you, then go and watch the congress proceedings. This chamber is really wasting taxpayers' money. Sadly, now we realize that we have chosen them during the elections for P500 bills and free entertainments in the plaza.

Showbiz

Showbiz doesn't need a visionary to know the demise of these aging actors. Five natural deaths of old but respectable showbiz personalities will happen in the entertainment world this year.

Local movies will still be losing money. Big and upcoming stars will not make money for the movie companies. Television mini-movies will still be in but the truth is it is the killer of the big screen. Why pay for movies when you can get it free on television? Before everybody realizes it, they have killed their own businesses.

Sports

Manny Pacquiao will still be the best local hero in sports. Two more fights and he will say goodbye. I predict one win and one loss. He will concentrate in politics after that. The question is will he be a good politician? The answer is no.

A woman athlete will come into the limelight in the middle of the year. She will be the best in that sports category. She will be world-class.

Best business opportunity

Underground economy is still the best — no rent, little manpower, minimal overhead operational expenses. A small business venture in which all the members of the family can join in and help is the best. Instead of paying other people, let every family member help and pay them as employees. Presto! One family company will make both ends meet. Street food, food by order and delivery, and anything that entails less production cost will make good business.

Lucky color

Green and yellow are good to wear during business meetings and opportunities. Having a car that is colored green and with shades of yellow will bring luck. Try to get the combination of the two and you will be doubly lucky.

Lucky orientation

The south gate is good this year. Chinese astrology has its own different orientation, but based on my vibration and my own Filipino culture waking up facing south will bring luck.

Lucky month

The luckiest months are May and June. Changes for good opportunities and travel will be bountiful this year.

Happy New Year to all. Be informed and have a better life.

Any comment and suggestion can be forwarded to anthonyvivero@yahoo.com and anthonyvivero@hotmail.com.

Source: Daily Tribune