The end of Madonna Decena's quest for a finals seat in the Britain's Got Talent is over. She was booted out of contention. While her story plus her singing talent gave her a ticket up to the semi-finals, it failed her this time. As Simon Cowell told that her story was good, the contest was not for stories alone. Besides the point of her not being a true blooded Brit, she however, made a good mark. Her character and talent will surely make her big in the future. She may lostin the contest but gained the admiration and respect not only of the judges, but of the whole world. What else can she say. But surely, she will perhaps make it in the other venues. As what was said, any door that close will surely open another. Take the challenge and make the best of it.
Good luck, Madonna. Mabuhay ka!
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Friday, May 30, 2008
Britain got talent...
Its been more than a month now that I'm following up the fate of this Filipina, Madonna Decena in the "Britain Got Talent" program in the UK. The single mom captured the hearts of many during her rendition of Whitney Houstons' I will always love you. Although she's only an immigrant, she passed the audition and came to face to face with the three judges, Amanda Holden, Morgan Piers and the dreaded Simon Cowell (also the much hated judge in the American Idol). As Piers interviewed her, she can't help but sob once asked the reason of her being infront of them. Her reasons somewhat pierced Amandas' heart. As she sung, the crowd got astonished by her singing voice and ended-up applauding while rendering a standing ovation. Simon even playfully biting his pencil while listening. At the end, she got the favourable nods of the three judges.
Instantly, she became a celebrity.
Watching and listening to her Youtube rendition, anyone could feel the love she has for her daughters backhome and the talent she has. Anyone could let it run again and again and the same feeling of pride and love will be felt.
Madonnas' truimph in the BGT arouse curiousity and diverse feeling over the show. While fellow Pinoys are very proud of the achievement, purebred Brits resist the outcome. Mixed feelings on the blogs end-up very treacherous with an alarming and impolite polarity, no one could ever cover-up the passionate salutation bestowed on the young mother. Racist comments instead virtually diverted the factual endorsement of her talent, her "sobbing" entrance was at all criticized. Brits themselves discredit the judges whom had no control on the incoming contestants. It should had been the people behind the auditions that could have taken the heavy cudgels. BUt naught, they let her go and join.
So, this moment was her moment. Make or break, she's still the Madonna Decena that at one time stirred up the BGT. Hoping all the best for her on or after the BGT.
Goodluck, my Madonna.
Instantly, she became a celebrity.
Watching and listening to her Youtube rendition, anyone could feel the love she has for her daughters backhome and the talent she has. Anyone could let it run again and again and the same feeling of pride and love will be felt.
Madonnas' truimph in the BGT arouse curiousity and diverse feeling over the show. While fellow Pinoys are very proud of the achievement, purebred Brits resist the outcome. Mixed feelings on the blogs end-up very treacherous with an alarming and impolite polarity, no one could ever cover-up the passionate salutation bestowed on the young mother. Racist comments instead virtually diverted the factual endorsement of her talent, her "sobbing" entrance was at all criticized. Brits themselves discredit the judges whom had no control on the incoming contestants. It should had been the people behind the auditions that could have taken the heavy cudgels. BUt naught, they let her go and join.
So, this moment was her moment. Make or break, she's still the Madonna Decena that at one time stirred up the BGT. Hoping all the best for her on or after the BGT.
Goodluck, my Madonna.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Pulilan town fiesta..
It was the town fiesta in Pulilan yesterday and of course, there will be this traditional carabao parade. It's the beast of burden's turn. Water bufaloes within the town will be decorated and will be made to kneel in front of the Catholic Church. Saint Isidore was the patron saint of farmers and on this date, he's being honored. What a sight that a beast with horns will genuflect in front of the church typifies a devil kneeling to his master.
Many people from the barrios and nearby towns will also come and see the parade. Yesterday was raining in the Philippines due to a typhoon but even so, the parade will push thru. It's only once in a year and nobody will stop it.
Mark your calendar on the next years to come, pack your things and join the merry making.
Many people from the barrios and nearby towns will also come and see the parade. Yesterday was raining in the Philippines due to a typhoon but even so, the parade will push thru. It's only once in a year and nobody will stop it.
Mark your calendar on the next years to come, pack your things and join the merry making.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
The passing of a friend...
Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape.
He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as knowing when to come in out of the rain, why the early bird gets the worm, life isn't always fair, and maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you earn) and reliable parenting strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).
His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a six-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; a young boy reprimanded while eating using a spoon instead of a table knife; and a teacher fired for calming down an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job they themselves failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer analgesics, sun lotion or a sticky plaster to a student - but could not inform the parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the Ten Commandments became contraband, churches became businesses, and criminals received better treatment, longer TV mileage than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar can sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death by his parents, Truth and Trust; his wife, Discretion; his daughter, Responsibility; and his son, Reason.
He is survived by three stepbrothers; I Know My Rights, Someone Else is to Blame, and I'm A Victim.
Not too many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone for good. Not even a marker was put on top of his grave, for nobody wants his memory.
He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as knowing when to come in out of the rain, why the early bird gets the worm, life isn't always fair, and maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you earn) and reliable parenting strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).
His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a six-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; a young boy reprimanded while eating using a spoon instead of a table knife; and a teacher fired for calming down an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job they themselves failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer analgesics, sun lotion or a sticky plaster to a student - but could not inform the parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the Ten Commandments became contraband, churches became businesses, and criminals received better treatment, longer TV mileage than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar can sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death by his parents, Truth and Trust; his wife, Discretion; his daughter, Responsibility; and his son, Reason.
He is survived by three stepbrothers; I Know My Rights, Someone Else is to Blame, and I'm A Victim.
Not too many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone for good. Not even a marker was put on top of his grave, for nobody wants his memory.
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