Parenting 101, a Lay Forum on Pregnancy, Childbirth and Baby Care for Expectant Parents.

"I'm Pregnant! What now???"

Expecting something wonderful?
See The Medical City tomorrow, April 28 at 1pm to 5pm at the 4th floor Conference Room 1 for Parenting 101, a Lay Forum on Pregnancy, Childbirth and Baby Care for Expectant Parents. This is held every last Saturday of the month.
This forum is FREE!
See you there!
http://www.themedicalcity.com

Ortigas Avenue, 1605 Pasig, Philippines

…Because a Picture is Worth a Thousand Words, Give Mom a Caricature from Marriott Manila

If there’s one person that has a penchant for delicious, gourmet meal, that’s mom. For someone who cooks up a meticulous meal for the family, it’s no wonder why she has discerning taste buds. With this, there’s surely no other venue where she can indulge and celebrate her love for good food other than Marriott Café. 


Bring the whole family for Sunday Brunch, where it offers an upscale but a cozy venue to enjoy a promise of bigger, better, and heavier selections for brunch. And not to mention, everything gourmet!


With 17 stations including Cru Steakhouse and chocolate room for only P2, 500 net per head, Marriott Café got everything what a family would crave for from the healthiest greens, house-made pasta, savory steaks, to well-crafted cocktails.


To pay tribute to the woman that matters most, for every minimum of P12, 000 net worth of receipt is entitled to an instant free caricature for mom!  


Since we believe that whatever hat she wears, mom is always at her most beautiful. On Mother’s Day, we’re adding a dose of cuteness with an exclusive souvenir caricature of her on Sunday Brunch.


And if the whole gang is in the mood to celebrate the day for dinner, Marriott Café offers Ocean Surf exclusively for this Sunday of mother’s day for only P1850 net per head. We know how most moms enjoy getting their hands dirty on rock lobster, crabs, oysters, clams, and shrimps.  That’s why our spread is stocked up only with the freshest and tastiest selections, whether it’s enjoyed as is or have our chefs make an exciting twist from it.


What’s lovely about this buffet is that, it’s not only about shells and seafood. The spread is pumped up with big slabs of beef and lamb slices from the carving station and other delicious options from the rotisserie. Swing by at the Chinese Station for authentic dim sums, pork barbeque, marinated chicken, and Beijing style duck. The dessert station decks out as well large array of choices both for sweet toothed and weight watchers.

While for some who plans to go in an intimate, classy venue serving decadent dishes, 
Cru Steakhouse is the first in mind when making dining decisions. It’s also a venue of choice if you want to be settled in fine dining style of ambience with hands on service and pleasant staffs, who are very much adept on wine pairing too. For mother’s day, sous chef Rej Casanova whips up a surefire hit four course menu: Baby rocket salad with pan fried scallops, mushroom consome, grilled grain fed Australian ribeye with sautéed baby carrots & potato dauphinoise and creamy mushroom sauce or duo of baked mahi mahi and grilled jumbo tiger prawns, capped off with poached cranberries fresh apples vanilla bean ice cream—all these at P4, 000 net per head.


Sitting between your loved one while enjoying a perfectly composed and polished meal is always a great thing; but if it’s added with a weekend break in a snazzy hotel, whose mom wouldn’t love the idea? With this in mind, on offer is the special Mother’s Day room package. Spend a leisurely overnight stay in the deluxe room for only P9, 888++ single/double, inclusive of Marriott Café breakfast buffet for two with P1,000 worth of credits at Quan Spa and Jessie Mendez salon.


Discover Marriott Manila’s exciting take in celebrating Mother’s Day. From the world-renowned service, dining, and accommodation, it’s no wonder why it’s a favorite spot of every fun-loving family.
For inquiries or reservations, call 988-9999.




ABOUT MARRIOTT HOTEL MANILA:


An inviting beacon set in the world-class casino entertainment complex of Resorts World Manila, Marriott Hotel Manila is the place to work and play. Ideally located in Newport City across Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3, it is a convenient 15 minute drive from Makati Business District and Bonifacio Global City . Affording a splendid view of the adjoining 18-hole Villamor Golf Course, it boasts 342 exquisite guest accommodations that offers luxurious bedding, in-room safe, mini-bar, high-speed Internet, air conditioning, 40" full high definition LCDs with IPTV, videos on demand and jack pack plug-and-play system. The hotel features excellent dining options such as Marriott Cafe, Cru Steakhouse, Java+ and Lobby Lounge. Leisure facilities include Quan Spa, Health Club, Salon and Newport Mall. With a Grand Ballroom and several meeting rooms, Marriott Hotel Manila is also the ultimate destination for meetings and events, from weddings to gala dinner celebrations.

Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp

DESCRIPTION:

Promil Pre-School I-Shine Talent Camp, in partnership with ABS-CBN, is a TV reality show where 12 pre-schoolers will undergo thematic workshops in an effort to bring out the best of their creativity, resourcefulness and sheer talent.

 WHO CAN JOIN:

1. Children above 3 years old to 7 years old may join the contest.
2. Children must be currently residing in the Philippines.
3. Children auditioning must be physically fit to join the activities if he/she is shortlisted as one of the finalists.
4. Children must not have any conflicting endorsement (milk brand).

HOW TO JOIN:

1. To join, parent/guardian must purchase any of the participating Promil Pre-School products (180g, 900g, 1.6kg). Purchase must be made between March 15 and May 20 2012.
2. Parent/guardian must then record a video of his/her child showcasing a talent in singing, acting, dancing or playing musical instruments or any combination of the four. Requirements for the video are the following:

  a. Maximum of 2 minutes runtime
  b. Maximum file size of 30MB
  c. MPEG, MP4, WMV, AVI or MOV video file format
  d. The audition video must not have been used or appeared in any media channels such as but not limited to  TV plugs, personal websites or social media networks.
  e. Presence of the Promil Pre-School product in the background is required
  f. Video statements should not contain profanity, malicious, seditious, obscene, political and religious  comments/content, or statements that are derogatory or offensive to Wyeth Philippines, its products, other  people, or groups. Organizers reserve the right to disqualify video statements in violation of this criterion.

3. Photo of receipt should also be uploaded/sent as proof of purchase. Each audition video must have a unique receipt as proof of purchase, only one receipt per entry is allowed. The following details of the receipt should be evident in the photo:
  a. Promil Pre-School as listed as purchased product
  b. Date of purchase
  c. Name of store

4. Entries can be sent from April 10 to May 20, 2012 through Wyeth P.O. Box 1207.
  4.1   The entry video and proof of purchase must be sent together with the following information in a piece of  paper:
  a. Full name of the parent/guardian
  b. Complete home address
  c. Valid Contact Number
  d. Valid e-mail address
  e. Full name of the child auditioning as it appears in the birth certificate
  f. Age of child
  g. Date of birth of child
  h. Signature of Parent/Guardian

  4.2.  Only one video per child auditioning is allowed. Multiple audition videos of one child do not guarantee more  chances of being chosen as one of the finalists.
  4.3    The parent/guardian may send multiple video entries for different children, in case he/she has more than 1  child of age above 3 years old to 7 years old. Each entry should have a unique copy of the receipt or proof of  purchase.

Mall Event

1. To join, parent/s or guardian, together with his/her child, must go to the I-Shine event on April 21 and April 22 at the Sky Dome in SM North Edsa. Parent/guardian must bring any valid proof of birth of the child auditioning and a copy of the receipt as proof of purchase. Each child auditioning must have a unique receipt as proof of purchase. The receipt as proof of purchase should not be used more than once as part of the audition entry. The following details of the receipt should be evident in the photo:

  a. Promil Pre-School listed as purchased product
  b. Date of purchase
  c. Name of store

2. Upon arrival at the event, the parent/s or guardian must register with the following information:
  a. Full name of the parent/guardian
  b. Complete home address
  c. Valid Contact number
  d. Valid e-mail address
  e. Full name of the child auditioning, as it appears on the Birth certificate
  f. Age of child
  g. Date of birth of child
  h. Signature
  i. A copy of a supermarket/grocery receipt  as proof of purchase of any of the participating Promil Pre-School  products

3. Any valid proof of birth of the child auditioning MUST be presented at the registration area. The proof of birth must be the following:

  a. Any valid ID (passport, school ID, etc.) AND,
  b. Birth certificate

4. Parent/guardian should also sign a waiver of participation in the workshop (images and videos taken from the workshop and auditions will be used for broadcast via plugs or the i-Shine program and that Wyeth Philippines is not liable for any damage, injury or loss incurred during the event.)
5. The parent/guardian and his/her child may proceed directly to the audition booth to showcase a talent or any combination of talents in the following:
  a. Singing
  b. Dancing
  c. Acting
  d. Playing a musical instrument

6. The audition booth will be open starting 11am. Those who did not make the cut-off can still audition via online or send-in option.
7. The parent/guardian can audition multiple children, in case he/she has more than 1 child with age/s above 3 to 7 years old.
8. Each child can only audition once.
9. Only one parent/guardian can accompany the child auditioning inside the event area.
10. Whole day program and various workshops are also available.

HOW TO WIN:
A. First Round of Selection for i-Shine 12

1. All video submissions through send-in plus the on-ground entries will be screened by Wyeth Philippines and ABS-CBN for the selection of 12 finalists.
2. 50 audition entries will be chosen by Wyeth Philippines and ABS-CBN based on talent/skill, potential and charm and upon validation of entry. Top 50 will be called back on May 21 and May 22 2012.
3. Wyeth will shoulder the expenses should there be a need to fly in contestants and their respective parent/guardian from the provincial areas.
4. Parent/guardian must present the child’s birth certificate or any valid ID containing the birthdate of the child during the call back. Parent/guardian must also present a valid ID for verification purposes and sign a waiver of participation in the workshop (images and videos taken from the workshop and auditions will be used for broadcast via plugs or the i-Shine program and that Wyeth Philippines is not liable for any damage, injury or loss incurred during the event.)
5. The Top 50 will perform live in front of a panel of judges.
6. Out of the Top 50, only 30 will be selected by Wyeth Philippines and ABS-CBN based on talent/skill, potential and charm will proceed to the next round.

B. Selecting the First 10 Finalists of the i-Shine 12

1. The 30 semi-finalists will undergo a preliminary workshop from May 23 to May 24 2012 with Star Magic before they perform in front of the panel for the final round of deliberation.
2. Out of these 30 semi-finalists, 10 finalists will be chosen by Wyeth Philippines and ABS-CBN based on talent/skill, potential and charm.

C. Completing the i-Shine 12

1. Out of the 30 semi-finalists, the remaining 20 semi-finalists’ audition videos will be uploaded to ishine.abs-cbn.com for public viewing and voting. 
2. Posting of these 20 wild card entries will be on May 28 2012. Voting is from May 28 until June 3 2012.
3. Voting will be open to all website visitors.
4. Website visitors can vote by using his/her Facebook account/log-in details.
5. He can only vote once per entry per day.
6. At the end of the voting period, votes will be tallied electronically and will be verified by an FDA representative.
7. The entries who will garner the Top 2 highest number of votes will then fill in the last 2 slots of the Top 12 i-Shine Talent Camp Finalists.

D. TV Show Proper:

1. The 12 finalists will undergo a series of talent-enhancement workshops in the Promil Pre-School I-Shine Talent Camp. The challenges aim to further hone and test the children’s skills in the following:

  a. Singing
  b. Dancing
  c. Acting
  d. Confidence/Hosting

2. In each challenge, a panel of jurors nominated from ABS-CBN and Wyeth Philippines will evaluate each of the finalist’s performance.
3. The jurors’ scores will be tallied and averaged at the end of the last challenge.
4. The i-Shine Talent Camp Grand Winner shall be announced live at the finale on July 28, 2012.
5. Criteria for judging would include:

40% - Online and SMS Votes

60%

• Talent/Skill Level-35%
• Entertainment value- 25%
• Stage Presence- 20%
• Endearing Relationship with Parent/Guardian-20%

E. Online Voting Process for i-Shine Talent Camp Grand Winner:

1. Promotion period is from June 23 until July 28, 2012, 8AM.
2. The public can vote for the I-Shine Grand Winner online. Online voting will be done on http://ishine.abs-cbn.com.
3. Voting will be open to all website visitors. He/she can vote by using his/her Facebook account/log-in details.
4. He/she can only vote once per entry per day.
5. At the end of the voting period, votes will be tallied electronically and will be verified by an FDA representative.
6. All online votes will be tabulated as part of the criteria in choosing the I-Shine grand winner.

F. SMS Voting Process for i-Shine Talent Camp Grand Winner:

1. Promotion period is from June 23 until July 28 2012, 8AM.
2. The public can vote for the I-Shine grand winner via SMS votes.
3. Voting will be open to all who have a valid mobile number with load.
4. To vote, user should text ISHINE to 231 for Smart and Talk and Text subscribers and 2331 for Globe, Touch Mobile and Sun subscribers.
5. There will be a voting cap of 30 votes per I-Shiner contestant per day for every mobile number used.
6. At the close of the voting, the votes shall be tallied electronically and witnessed and verified by a BFAD representative. 
7. All SMS votes will be tabulated as part of the criteria in choosing the I-Shine Talent Camp grand winner.

VERIFICATION AND NOTIFICATION PROCESS: (Semi-finalist/finalist)

1. Entries will be verified by Wyeth Philippines and ABS-CBN. Entries must comply with all the requirements otherwise the entry will be considered invalid/disqualified. Requirements consist of the following:

  a. Valid age of the child
  b. Valid proof of purchase of any Promil Pre-School SKU
  c. Valid video entry as per the given requirements
  d. Evaluation of the child’s physical condition to validate if he/she is fit to join the the i-Shine Talent Camp  workshops.
  e. Validation that child has not yet appeared in any conflicting endorsement

2. Top 12 Finalists will be notified through e-mail, registered mail and/or phone call upon verification.
3. Wyeth and FDA representatives will validate the online voting process for the Online i-Shiner, Awarding of Last 2 Slots in i-Shine 12 and in selecting the Grand Winner. Wyeth and FDA representatives will also validate the SMS voting process for the selection of the Grand Winner.

OTHER MECHANICS:

1. Wyeth Philippines will not be liable for any loss (including but not limited to direct or consequential loss, damage, personal injury, death) that the auditionees, I-Shine Top 50 Semi-finalists, i-Shine 12, On-line I-Shiner and their companions may suffer (including but not limited to that arising from any person’s negligence) in connection to any aspect of this promotions/program.
2. If for any reason, any aspect of this promotions/ program is not capable of running as intended, including by reason of tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, force majeure, or any causes beyond the control of Wyeth Philippines which corrupts or affects the conduct of this program, Wyeth Philippines reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the promotions/ program, or invalidate all the affected entries or finalists in concurrence with the FDA.
3. Video entries, event images and videos will be posted on TV commercials and digital sites, announced on TV or radio stations, or printed in other form of marketing collaterals. By entering this promotion/ program, the participating customers agree to this term without extra cost or remuneration for the appearance in live shows or shoot in connection with their winning.  Logistical costs related to this will be shouldered by Wyeth Philippines.   
4. In case of dispute, the decision of Wyeth Philippines shall be final.
5. Employees of Wyeth Philippines Inc, its ad and promo agencies and their relatives up to the second degree of affinity or consanguinity are disqualified from participating in the promo.
6. Withholding tax for cash prizes to be shouldered by Wyeth Philippines.

PRIZES:

1. Grand prize winner will receive Php500,000, a talent contract with Star Magic, a one-year supply of Promil Pre-School and will also be the next brand ambassador of Promil Pre-School.
2. The 11 Finalists will receive consolation prizes of Php 30,000 and a gift pack from Promil Pre-School.

   

A day with my Sisters-in-law

Last wednesday, april 17, i called up my sisters-in law, Nikki and Sherry to accompany me to claim my prizes in Shangri-la Mall and somewhere in cubao area. It was also an excuse for me to bond and have a little reunion with them since i just got back from isabela and i only got a week to explore manila. Sad,isn't it?
Anyway, our first stop was Shangri-la mall. I needed to claim the prize i got from Ms. Rowena of Animetric's world at PJs sleepwear. You should check out their store for they have a wide array of  really nice sleepwear collections for your little ones! A bit pricey though. (For me. I don't usually buy sleepwear for my kids. Shirt and shorts are OK na for me).
PJs sleepwearis located at the Level 4 of Shangri-La Plaza Mall Edsa Mandaluyong City. They also have branches in Trinoma, SM Clark City, Limketkai Mall , Abreeza Mall in Davao & all branches of Rustan's. 

After claiming the PJs, We headed to Cubao to claim my one year supply of Sisters sanitary pads. I was actually waiting for them to ship it to Isabela but for some reasons, they weren't able to. 

My year supply of Sisters!

We went to Gateway after that to have a super late lunch and merienda.We passed by  Sumo Sam
and thought it was the perfect place. I apologize as i forgot to bring my camera and take photos of the meals. Be warned that they have huge servings! You will leave the place with a full , happy tummy and truly satisfied! I had to drink green tea bec i was starting to get feeling a little bit bloated or somethig like that. *burp!

Happy hungry people!

The soup i ordered was Miso soup(My all time fav!). I thought they gonna serve it in a mini bowl like what they serve in Tokyo Tokyo, i was totally wrong! My sisters weren't able to gobble up everything on their plates so they took it home instead.
Took a walk at National Bookstore to burn what we just ate, we were really feeling heavy and we needed to *burp! haha and then we headed home. bow!

I hope i can have a time again with these awesome ladies sometime soon! Manila, please take me back!




   

Girbaud offers 50% discount exclusive to Le Jean members

While sales have become synonymous to long weekends, Marithe + Francois Girbaud shows that you don’t have to wait for the next long weekend just to get a great deal!
Girbaud offers a 50% discount on its best-selling accessories and all basic jeans and knits for men and women, exclusive to the members of its loyalty program, Club Le Jean.

Make your Thursdays to Sundays count by visiting any Girbaud branch from April 19 to 22, and April 26 to 29, and simply present your Le Jean card and rewards booklet to avail of the discount.

Become a Club Le Jean member today and enjoy rewards on every purchase, moneyless shopping using your gift points and stamps, and the chance to swap your old pair of denims for a brand-new pair of M+FG jeans!

For more details, visit any Marithe + Francois Girbaud branch today.
Girbaud is available in SM Supermalls, Robinsons Malls, Ali Mall, Duty Free Philippines Fiesta Mall, Festival Supermall, Gateway Mall, Greenhills Shopping Center, NE Pacific Mall, Pavilion Mall, Sta. Lucia East Grand Mall, NAIA Terminal 3, and now in Robinsons Tacloban, KCC Mall General Santos, and Robinsons Calasiao.

Summer 2012 activities for your kids :)

   
Make summer fun, worthwhile, and memorable with these activities for you and  your kids!

Enjoy Bowl-in-the-Dark with Popcorn, Face Painting, and Photo Booth as we celebrate SM Bowling 5th Anniversary at SM Mall of Asia!

SpongeBob SquarePants's Yellow Party! MAY 5 2012
 from 3-6pm at the Bonifacio Global City Open Field (26th Ave. cor 11th Ave.)Entrance is FREE!

19 May at 15:00 until 20 May at 06:00
Regular - Php 350.00 /per person
( 1Tent, Refreshments, Participation in all activities)

Outdoor Family Package (Group of 4) - Php 300.00 /per person
( 1 Tent, Refreshment, Participation in all activities)

Ultimate Summer Destination Package - Php 600.00 /per person
( 1 Tent, Refreshment, Participation in all activities + 1 Summer Supernova All Day Pass)

Buy your tickets now!
(available at Nido Fortified Science Discovery Center, SM Mall of Asia)

Visit the Sky Garden this Sunday and Make your way through the wonders of the sea at SM City North EDSA's "THE SKY GARDEN: SEA EXPLORERS WORLD"April 29-May 31NO ENTRANCE FEE!They will be having some on ground activities  like face painting, fire poi dancers, drum beaters and many more!

What better way to spend the summer than to get to know more about Jesus! No fees and the snacks & learning materials are all for free!  Registration on going! God bless! 

----------Mirror Maze, Trick Art Museum, 3D-Cinema Plus!---------
Regualr Rate: Php150/attraction (child/adult)
Child 2 ft and below: Free admission
*one time pass
--------------------------------Kids' Paradise----------------------------
Child Regular Rate: (30mins) Php150.00
(1hr) Php200.00
(30mins extension) Php100.00
(Play-All-Day) Php400.00
Guardian Pass: Php100.00
*same rate applies to child 2ft and below5599563
http://www.serifantasyworld.com

http://www.facebook.com/themindmuseum

Happy Even After is having their own art attack called " CREATIVE STREAK".
Join them for a FREE art sketching workshop for kids on May 6, Sunday at Fully Booked, Bonifacio Global City. Art supplies to be provided by DOng-A.  PLs call or SMS to reserve a slot and for the art materials. 0917-820-7277

Join the Kiddie Cooking Demo on May 5 2PM at the Eastwood Mall Atrium and learn simple and fun recipes from Chef Marj & Chef Guia of CCA for kids aged 7-12 years only :) 

255-62153 / http://www.sciencediscovery.ph 

Ticket Prices are: PhP 2,266.00 PhP 1,957.00 PhP 1,648.00 PhP 1,030.00 PhP 721.00. For all details please click here:http://tiny.cc/bq1ai 

For inquiries & registration, please contact THE MEDICAL CITY's Center for Patient Partnership at tel.nos. 988-100 / 988-7000 local 6444, or the Center for Developmental Pediatrics at local 6630

Sealion show is 11am, 2pm and 4:30pm daily. Musical fountain show is 7pm from Wed to Sun. The rest of the attractions are available during park hours: 9am to 8:30pm on weekends and 10am to 7pm on weekdays. inquiry@manilaoceanpark.com 

Be part of the Coolest Summer Camp here at SM City Masinag
For inquiries, Please call 655-6343|655-1474

registration fee: 750
for inquiries, pls call :
Greenbelt 3 729-7431/ 729-7432
Trinoma 916-2028 / 916-0105
Alabang town center 659-3476 / 659- 3392
Mall of asia 576- 9170 / 556-0683

Join in this year's edition of Mommy Power to be held on April 28, 2012 at the Trinoma Activity Center. for inquiries, send an email at momstoday@ubmmedica.com with MOMMY POWER as subject.

Baby Blast 3 : It’s More Fun with the Family!
April 22, 2012
10am-8pm
Trinoma Activity Center

"FREE ADMISSION"

Goodies and 1 Free Pampering Service await the first 100 pre-registered participants!

Play & Learn Area (Early Head Start Demos)
Imagination Corner (Books, Art and Technology)
Family Wellness Corner (Dental Care and Salon Services)
Pre-School Area
Contests for the whole Family
Early Head Start Talks
Booths and Fun Activities and Exciting Prizes!

For more information and updates, like us on Facebook: OBM Baby Blast Event

"Play & Learn Area by ETON International School"

Hands-on play and fun, unforced learning is key to an Early Head Start education! It builds baby’s experiences and strengthens your bond with your little one! So get ready to romp and roll with your tyke in the play and learn area!

Pre-register your babies (6 months to 3 yrs. Old) by sending us an email with the following info to babyblastevent@gmail.com with the subject ‘Play and Learn’.

• Baby’s Full Name
• Baby’s Age
• Accompanying Parent/Guardian’s Name
• Address
• Parent/Guardian’s Contact Details (Mobile Number, Landline, Email address)

*We will contact you on or before April 13, 2012 to confirm your registration and your child’s demo schedule*

*Participants will get special freebies!*

— at Trinoma Activity Center.

Find out why we love Kids Ahoy and being a Blendie! contact them at: kidsahoy@gmail.com / +63917-860-0887

Rock legend Pepe Smith, Letter Day Story collaborate on “Salamat"

   

PINOY ROCK ANTHEM “Salamat”, one of the most unforgettable hits of legendary OPM band The Dawn, gets a charged-up tribute with its latest revival by the up-and-coming rock idols of Letter Day Story, which also features Pinoy rock icon Pepe Smith. The official music video is now on YouTube.

Letter Day Story members were naturally excited over the prospect of working with Smith for the recording of “Salamat”.  All of them, Dex Yu (guitars and lead vocals), NotNot Vinzons (guitars), Oli Agustin (bass and vocals) and Ej Arabit (drums), said they felt honored and thrilled.

"RECORDING 'SALAMAT' helped us connect with our OPM roots.  We realized that without artists like Pepe Smith and bands like The Dawn, Pinoys would not be rocking today," says  Letter Day Story bassist Oli Agustin. The music video was shot in NUVALI, an Avida Land property in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

“Siyempre, Pepe Smith na yan eh. Kung wala siya at ang ibang members ng Juan dela Cruz Band, wala sigurong Pinoy Rock ngayon. Wala rin kami,” said Dex.

Their version of “Salamat” retains the very relevant and very Pinoy message of the original but also creates a more contemporary sound that brings the OPM classic to a new generation of fans. The music video was shot in select areas in NUVALI, a sustainable and environment-friendly development by Ayala Land in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Drummer EJ Arabit of Letter Day Story recalls being star-struck by the thought of recording "Salamat" with Pepe Smith. "We were glad that he didn't have any star complex. Parang jamming lang talaga," he says. The music video was shot in NUVALI, an Avida Land property in Sta. Rosa, Laguna

“The positive response of younger fans to the revival of “Salamat” and its music video shows that there is a hunger and a need for OPM. We are happy about this because supporting OPM is one of our advocacies as a company,” said Tess Tatco, Avida Marketing Head.  Property developer Avida Land helped produce the “Tunog Natin” album to revive interest and appreciation for OPM among a new generation of Filipino music lovers.

Letter Day Story guitarist and vocalist Dex Yu considers it a high point in his unfolding musical career to be able to record and shoot a music video for "Salamat", a cover/revival recording by the band with Pinoy rock veteran Pepe Smith.

“Salamat” as recorded by Letter Day Story and Pepe Smith is one of the tracks in the compilation album, “Tunog Natin: Songs From Home” that features an all-OPM selection of ten classic and new Filipino songs.

“A simple song can express thanks, love, heartache and joy. OPM will always be relevant because it becomes our common language—something that binds us together. Through Filipino music, we are able to communicate with one another despite our differences, and find a common identity,” she said.

GUITARIST NOTNOT VINZONS of Letter Day Story hams it up for the camera with his love/thank you note. Vinzons and the rest of Letter Day story shot their music video for "Salamat" in NUVALI, an Avida Land property in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

 “Tunog Natin: Song’s From Home” is a great showcase of Filipino musicianship. Artists who took part in the album include OPM legends Joey “Pepe” Smith; Jim Paredes; Medwin Marfil of True Faith and Gloc-9; as well as pop divas Faith Cuneta and Arnee Hidalgo. 

ON A NEW PATH. Letter Day Story members Oli Agustin (bass, vocals); Notnot Vinzons (guitars); EJ Arabit (drums) and Dex Yu (guitars, vocals) take a new turn in their musical journey at Avida NUVALI, where they shot the music video for "Salamat", a cover/revival recording by the band with Pinoy rock veteran Pepe Smith.

THANKSGIVING is a recurring theme in the music video of  "Salamat", a cover/revival recording by the band Letter Day Story with Pinoy rock veteran Pepe Smith. This scene shows a tree that's festooned with various thank you notes. The music video was shot in NUVALI, an Avida Land property in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

LETTER DAY STORY members Oli Agustin (bass, vocals); Notnot Vinzons (guitars); and Dex Yu (guitars, vocals) during the shoot of their music video, on location at the Avida NUVALI depelopment in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. The music video is for "Salamat", a cover/revival recording by the band with Pinoy rock veteran Pepe Smith.

LETTER DAY STORY members EJ Arabit (drums); Dex Yu (guitars, vocals); and Notnot Vinzons (guitars) surrounded by the picturesque valley of the Avida NUVALI depelopment in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, where they shot their music video is for "Salamat", a cover/revival recording by the band with Pinoy rock veteran Pepe Smith.

LETTER DAY STORY revives the OPM rock anthem "Salamat" (originally recorded by The Dawn) with Pinoy Rock icon Pepe Smith. The music video was shot in NUVALI, an Avida Land property in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

OPM’s most promising young acts also joined the album, including Sheng Belmonte; Princess Velasco; Letter Day Story; boyband 1:43; Myrus; Tanya Markova; Kiss Jane and Tricia Garcia. 1990s alternative rock icons Mcoy Fundales and Barbie Almalbis complete the line-up.   

PINOY ROCK ICON PEPE SMITH and Letter Day Story frontman Dex Yu rocked the house at the Red Letter Day event in Trinoma. Red Letter Day is an Avida campaign that promotes the spirit of gratitude among Filipinos, allowing them to say 'Thank You' to their loved ones in creative ways.