***KnEeKo’S aRt ExPeDiTiOn***

December 07, 2007 - The OFW Congress launched the Search for Miss Little Princess OFW-Eastern Province 2007 held at International Philippine School in Al-Khobar (IPSA).

The Miss Little Philippines OFW Logo

An American guest singer…

Kimverlie Molina - 2006 TFC Popstar Grand Champion

Another FilPop Talent

High school students shared an ethnic dance.

Oh before I forgot, the winner is…… contestant # 8… the crowd really enjoyed when she delivered a monologue as her talent… Someday, you guys will be seeing here my daughter photos ramping on stage also…

Please click THIS for more photos of the pageant.

We (together with 3 official photographers) encountered difficulties in shooting our subjects because of low lighting, spot light and the glittering outfits of the contestants. The result is… more over exposed photos. No enhancement done on my shots, cropping only.

To Master, thanks for the help.

Almost three (3) weeks since I had my last post. I’m so busy nowadays preparing many things that will change my life and career.

Besides I can’t upload photos to my gallery section. I already asked help from Master to fix the problem.

Meanwhile, I just want to share this poem written last February 2007. I was looking for few important files in my External HDD when I found this poem. Some of my friends read this poem already and now I dedicate this to all my blogger friends.

Friends

We meet friends in all places
Friends of different races
Friends that we’ve shared with laughter
Until our problems disappear

Friends that we’ve shared in pain
But made us glad when we’re in vain
Friends that truly listened to the thoughts we express
That even in our dreams they exists.

Along the way, we commit mistakes
Unnoticeably, we hurt others
To make it unfussy we say sorry
In order to move forward steadily

In this world, all things come to an end
Happy moments will be treasured
And poignant ones will be forgotten
Nothing will be kept even a single stain.

Kneeko
2007
KSA

Again, thank you and Merry Christmas to all of you. God Bless everyone!

November 30, 2007 - again, organized by Saudi Arabia Hiligaynon Inc. (SAHI), the yearly event was a successful one. They invite Nyoy Volante and Blakdyak to be the guest performers from the Phillipines but unfortunately Blakdyak didn’t make it due to the late visa processing. Together with the local performers including us entertain the crowd.

Thursday night, Nyoy studying the song he will sing with us during our rehearsal…

While having a break, some choirmates pose with Nyoy for picture souvenir….

Friday, a pose with the group after the last rehearsal…

PNE on stage - rendered “Pasko na Sinta Ko” & “Manila”…

The crowd enjoyed pure pleasure with the acoustic repertoire of Nyoy…

Finale Acapella song - “Muntik ng Maabot ang Langit” - PNE & Nyoy

Dinner at Chili’s before Nyoy and Company’s departure…

To view more photos please visit KaPePe’s site.

For last year’s All Filipino Community Day please click - one, two, three, four.

Two weeks ago, our CHOIR sponsored a disco party for a cause. Same venue, same time, just like the previous disco last March 2007 Disco. For five (5) hours our Kababayans and other expats (locals were not allowed) brought home a smile on their face.

I got limited shots because my 28-210mm wide lens fell down when I was trying to change to the other lens. After one day I was able to fixed the damage lock of the lens. Thank God it is still working right now.

These shots were taken during our Sports Fellowship @ Al-Nakheel beach. We played basketball and volleyball around 10am - 12noon wheeww… The groups divided into four (4), we were third (3rd) in volleyball and champion in basketball.

Master and matt are familiar with this place.

I was requested by my friend from Nestle Philippines to shoot (free of course ) the sports feast they organized for St. Luke’s Medical Center (SLMC) Pediatric Alumni Association. The event was located at The Nestle Creamery in Aurora Boulevard (formerly Magnolia Ice Cream House in the 70’s. Nestle Creamery is home to Nestle Ice Cream which is one of the leading ice cream brands in the Philippines.

Nestle Philippines bought this company from Magnolia Ice Cream which used to be a subsidiary of San Miguel Corporation. Magnolia Ice Cream is now back in the market but that is another story. The Nestle Creamery is definitely more than just about ice cream; it also dish up delicious savory meals. The place likewise has an area that can be used for various functions like birthday parties. It is open from 10am-10pm, Mondays to Sundays.

SLMC - PAA

The Nestle Creamery

Game na game na…

Hmmm lunch time na…

Yummy…. Seafoods pasta again

Father and Daugher - I just love the smile of this little cute girl…. She smiled when she noticed that I’m going to take photo of her.

Sad to say, I forgot to take some photos of any ice cream.

Seth, my Godchild celebrated his first (1st) birthday in MOA (mall of asia) Philippines.

Not in the mode, he was sick during his birthday.

Party at Mandarin Wok located at G/F North Parking, Sm Mall Of Asia Bay Boulevard Central Business Park

Birthday Cake

Views of Trinoma

G & Boboy’s Wedding Ceremony @ Shrine of Jesus, Macapagal Highway near MOA. We (Aunt & Cousin) were late, I only shoot at the reception.

Reception @ Manila Hotel.

Who wants to sing?

Ceiling of the function hall…

View from the room of L & A (my couple friends from the US)… stayed with them for 1 night…

Parada ng Lechon - a yearly festival falls on 24th of June (Feast of Saint John the Baptist) observed by the locals of Balayan, Batangas. My classmate W, who’s from Balayan always invite us during our college days but it was my second time only to witnessed the festival.

The Church

A lady lechon dressed in gown.

Lechon - a whole piglet or pig cooked on a spit over charcoal.

Newsmen from one TV Station

The parade

My college classmates

My shots were limited due to the water sprays coming from every corner. I covered my camera with two plastic bags to avoid getting wet, specially when we passed by near the Fire Station Department who used bigger hoses.

For more shots please click THIS.