Archive for May, 2006

Photo Op with President Arroyo

Wednesday, May 31st, 2006

I accompanied Romi to meet the President today. She looks happy to see me. With us are The North Face brand manager Roel Chan, and Reporter Jiggy Manicad also of the GMA Everest Expedition.

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Photo Op with Romi Garduce

Saturday, May 27th, 2006

Photo with Everest Summiteer Romi Garduce on the day of his arrival back in the Philippines – May 26. I’ve been Romi’s phone pal for the last couple of months, its been quite an emotional journey for me as well.

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Romi Summits Everest

Friday, May 19th, 2006

Romi Garduce became the third Filipino to summit Mt. Everest today May 19, 2006. I can’t put into words how I am truly feeling right now. Here’s the story from MountEverest.net with some quotes from yours truly. (MountEverest.net) ”Romi is now in Camp 4 – he will stay there overnight and if the weather holds [...]

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The GMA Everest Expedition

Friday, May 12th, 2006

Almost about half a year ago I became involved in preparations for what I consider to be one of the most challenging projects i’ve had to help to mount – The GMA Mt. Everest Expedition. At the heart of this expedition is the attempt of Filipino climber Romi Garduce who aims to make history by [...]

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Thoughts on American Idol Top 4

Thursday, May 11th, 2006

Stayed up to watch the replay of American Idol’s Top 4 (May 10 Episode). I’ve been meaning to do a couple of blog posts on the subject but the season has passed me by without an opportunity. Here are my thoughts broken down into bullet points/per finalist: Taylor Hicks – My friend PJ (his number [...]

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