This might not be the typical expat blog, written by a German expat, living in the Philippines since 1999. It's different. In English and in German. Check it out! Enjoy reading!
Dies mag' nun wirklich nicht der typische Auswandererblog eines Deutschen auf den Philippinen sein. Er soll etwas anders sein. In Englisch und in Deutsch! Viel Spass beim Lesen!
You plan to move to the Philippines? Wollen Sie auf den Philippinen leben?
There are REALLY TONS of websites telling us how, why, maybe why not and when you'll be able to move to the Philippines. I only love to tell and explain some things "between the lines". Enjoy reading, be informed, have fun and be entertained too!
Ja, es gibt tonnenweise Webseiten, die Ihnen sagen wie, warum, vielleicht warum nicht und wann Sie am besten auf die Philippinen auswandern könnten. Ich möchte Ihnen in Zukunft "zwischen den Zeilen" einige zusätzlichen Dinge berichten und erzählen. Viel Spass beim Lesen und Gute Unterhaltung!
Visitors of germanexpatinthephilippines/Besucher dieser Webseite.Ich liebe meine Flaggensammlung!
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Geraldine mentioned that the movie is still in progress, but she enjoys being on the set. Her passion for filmmaking is admirable - she even enjoys being on set when the movie is still in progress.
Geraldine Jennings
Geraldine Jennings - a talented artist from a diverse Irish-British-Filipino background - is all set to take Philippine showbiz by storm with her debut performance.
Get ready to witness a fresh and captivating presence on the screen as Geraldine brings her unique cultural blend and artistic flair to the forefront.
During a recent media conference in Quezon City, Geraldine expressed excitement for her upcoming showbiz career, which is set to appear in the Solid Gold Entertainment Production movie "Isla Babuyan."
"At a young age, I loved singing. My mom enrolled me in singing and guitar classes. I just loved it. I studied it in Los Angeles. And I grew to love the craft. Tito Leo (Dominguez) has been asking to do this for a while now. It's been in the works for two years. Finally, I got the chance to do it. It's my passion. I love the arts," said Geraldine when asked about her venture into local showbiz.
Geraldine's passion for filmmaking is admirable - she even enjoys being on set when the movie is still in progress.
Her dedication to the craft is inspiring, and it's evident that she puts her heart and soul into every project she works on.
"It was an amazing experience. It's still ongoing. We haven't finished yet. It was challenging initially because it was different from studying it. But everyone was so helpful, so friendly. It was normal, and I felt great. I love it," she said. O
On her showbiz influences, Geraldine said: "While I was growing up, it was Miley Cyrus. I love her music. 'Party In The USA' was my favorite. I still love her now. Her new album 'Flowers.' She's my inspiration musical-wise. Right now, Dua Lipa. I love her style. I love how she sings and how she performs. Acting-wise, I will have to say Gal Gadot. She's my favorite in 'Wonder Woman,' 'Red Notice.' Also, Margot Robbie. She is amazing in 'Barbie,' very versatile. Those are my influences."
Geraldine also shared her thoughts about the love team culture in the country.
"I'm really flexible. I am willing. I am easy naman to do what is needed in the movies. I think I would be willing if needed," she said.
This beauty also shared how she prepared for her venture into showbiz.
"I started my training in LA. I went to Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. And it was about the theory of acting, reading about it. I also took acting classes in West Hollywood, specifically for TV and movies. I learned a lot. When I came back in September, I did an acting workshop with Joe Macasa, who is amazing, and he taught me a lot about how to feel the vibes. So you're not acting, but you are the character. But I learned a lot from being on set. Being there, I learned a lot from my co-stars, which is great," she said.
Geraldine also loves equestrian, polo, clay pigeon shooting, fitness and exercise. "I love pilates, indoor cycling, spinning, and running."
When she moved to the United Kingdom in 2009, she returned to the Philippines thrice a year during vacation. She has a second home in Manila.
Geraldine's mom is Gina Cariaga, a Filipino housewife and businesswoman from Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte, and her father is Frank Jennings, a Northern Irish international businessman.
Her mom's side comes from politics and teaching. Her mom's grandfather, Nicasio Cariaga, was the police chief and a teacher who graduated from the Philippine Normal University.
Geraldine is the second child among three equally talented sisters.
"Isla Babuyan," tells the story of Anastassia (Geraldine), a young half-Filipina and half-European girl who comes to the Philippines to be with her Filipino mother, Rose (Lotlot De Leon). Anastasia meets and falls in love with the handsome Jordan (Jameson Blake), who is the scion and heir of a wealthy family. But the conflict begins when Jordan's stepmother (Nathalie Hart) cannot accept Anastassia and will do everything to keep them apart.
Jessie Vilabrille wrote the screenplay from a story he conceptualized with Leo Dominguez and Bam Salvani. It is line-produced by Dennis Evangelista and directed by Abdel Langit.
"The new year not only marks the beginning of 2024 for me, but signifies a fresh start on this brand new journey as Miss Universe. Therefore, my New Year’s resolutions this year have become Miss Universe resolutions.
Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios (Images courtesy of Miss Universe Organization)
Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios has expressed her love for New York while discussing her New Year's resolutions.
"I love the excitement of New York City, especially for Christmas. All the decorations reminded me of that feeling of joy we all experience during the holidays as a child. And I saw snow for the very first time!" said Sheynnis, who was crowned Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador last Nov. 18. She flew to New York where she will fulfill her reign as 72nd Miss Universe.
She added: "Reflecting back on my first month as Miss Universe, it is impossible to choose a favorite moment. It was a month full of surprises and new experiences. I explored New York, traveled to Indonesia, and I had my first official photoshoot as Miss Universe…plus a whole lot of unofficial ones!"
Sheynnis with her fellow Miss Universe sisters in Mexico
"I remember arriving in my new apartment for the first time – the rooms are decorated with pictures of former Miss Universes on the walls, and as I placed the crown on my bed it really sunk in, “Wow. I am Miss Universe."
The Nicaraguan beauty queen also shared her New Year's resolutions.
"The new year not only marks the beginning of 2024 for me, but signifies a fresh start on this brand new journey as Miss Universe. Therefore, my New Year’s resolutions this year have become Miss Universe resolutions.
Sheynnis during her trip to Indonesia
At the top of the list is removing the stigma of mental health, so we can eliminate the fear of talking about our emotional well-being. I want to help people feel confident and comfortable opening their hearts and allowing themselves to talk without fear.
"That is the only way we can take responsibility and control of our mental health. I look forward to doing more with this platform in the coming months – do you want to help? Let us know!
"I want to thank all of the people who have shown their affection through social media, and all of the fans who celebrated my triumph with me. They are a huge source of motivation for me," she said.
Miss Universe Lebanon 2023 Maya Abou El Hosn, Miss Universe Venezuela 2023 Diana Silva, Miss Universe Germany 2023 Helena Bleicher, Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee, and Miss Universe Thailand 2023 Anntonia Porsild enjoy Mexico together following the 72nd Miss Universe Competition
Sheynnis also thanked her countrymen for their love and support during her pageant journey.
"I also want to thank my family for their unconditional support, and my country Nicaragua for filling me with so much love and happiness. Thank you for celebrating this collective triumph with me, I hope it has filled you with the same pride and joy that I feel," she also said.
Drita Ziri of Albania won Miss Earth 2023, succeeding Mina Sue Choi of South Korea.
FROM LEFT: Cora Bliault, Thailand, Miss Fire; Drita Ziri, Albania, Miss Earth 2023; Yllana Marie Aduana, Philippines, Miss Air; and Do Thi Lan Anh, Vietnam, Miss Water. (Images courtesy of Miss Earth Facebook)
Miss Philippines Yllana Marie Aduana was crowned Miss Air during the Miss Earth 2023 beauty pageant held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on Friday night.
Drita Ziri of Albania won Miss Earth 2023, succeeding Mina Sue Choi of South Korea. Other winners were Miss Vietnam Đỗ Thị Lan Anh, Miss Water, and Miss Thailand Cora Bliault, Miss Fire.
Delegates who finished in the top 20 were Brazil, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Russia, Indonesia, Puerto Rico, South Africa, Venezuela, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, England, India, Mauritius, United States, and Zimbabwe.
During the final question-and-answer for the top 4 candidates, Aduana was asked: "An official at a recent climate conference was quoted as saying ‘there is no science behind calls for the phaseout of fossil fuels.’ Do you agree? Why, or why not?”
Miss Earth 2023 Drita Ziri of Albania
Aduana answered: “As someone who is from the medical field, I do believe that everything roots from science and I think that the greatest gift we have in this generation is the sophisticated technical installations that we have and so there is science in the phaseout of fossil fuels. One thing we can also agree on is that we can live a zero-waste and sustainable lifestyle. I’ve always been practicing it because sustainability will always ensure stability in our future."
Earlier, during the semi-final round of the top 8 candidates, Aduana was also asked: "At what age do you think a child should be given access to social media?"
She answered: “I believe that when a child is parented by their parents to practice responsible cyber-citizenship in which they know when to click, what to read, and who to trust online, then no matter what the age is, then this should be validated and accepted with proper guidance."
Aduana, 25, is a medical laboratory scientist from Siniloan, Laguna. She finished college at the Centro Escolar University in Manila.
Miss Air Yllana Marie Aduana of the Philippines
Asked about her advocacy for Miss Earth, Aduana said: "My advocacy is called E.A.R.T.H. Education which stands for Environmental Awareness and Action to Restore and Transcend Home through Education. Through my nonprofit organization, Edukasyon for Every Juan, we aim to achieve environmental amelioration through the 17 UN SDG Promotion.
"My concrete project as the Miss Earth Philippines- 2023 is the 17 Sustainable Development Goals for 1 Goal: Environmental Amelioration for a Greener Nation. Through this project, I’ve been to all 17 regions of my country to conduct 17 community outreaches in line with the 17 UN SDG.
"I chose this advocacy to debunk the notion that Earth Queens only advocate for the trees, the plants, and green sceneries. For me, it’s more than that because The EARTH is a concoction of biodiversity. The Earth consists of the people, the animals, the communities, the indigenous tribes, and every single unit of life you can see on this planet. This is all covered by the 17 Sustainable Development Goals," she said.
On Saturday, Dec. 16, the stars of the 10 entries of this year's MMFF will join the annual Parade of Starsat the CAMANAVA (Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, and Valenzuela) area.
All is set for the 49th Metro Manila Film Festival.
On Saturday, Dec. 16, the stars of the 10 entries of this year's MMFF will join the annual Parade of Stars at the CAMANAVA (Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, and Valenzuela) area.
The parade will showcase decorative floats carrying stars representing the 10 movies in this year’s movie lineup: “A Family of 2 (A Mother and Son Story),” “Kampon,” “Penduko,” “Rewind,” “Becky and Badette,” “Broken Heart’s Trip,” “Firefly,” “GomBurZa,” “Mallari,” and “When I Met You in Tokyo.” They will be shown in cinemas nationwide beginning Dec. 25.
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), which organizes the anticipated annual festival, advises motorists to avoid the parade route as thousands are expected to watch the star-studded parade.
The parade will kick off at 2 pm from the Navotas Centennial Park and will travel through C4, Samson Road, and Mc Arthur Highway up to the Valenzuela People’s Park, where the main event will occur. It will run for 8.7 kilometers, with an estimated travel time of three hours.
In the meantime, check out the official trailers of the 10 entries for the 49th MMFF. Relax and enjoy the movies:
During the launchof ABS-CBN Music's new record label at the Academy of Rock in Quezon City recently, Jamie unveiled uplifting, fresh tunes fromKapamilya artists Jamie Rivera, Angela Ken, Fabio Santos, Fana, Francine Diaz, Imogen, KD Estrada, and Jed Madela.
Jamie Rivera (Instagram)
Inspirational Diva Jamie Rivera wears many hats: a singer, actress, producer, songwriter, executive of a company, and now label head of Inspire Music.
During the launch of ABS-CBN Music's new record label at the Academy of Rock in Quezon City recently, Jamie unveiled uplifting, fresh tunes from Kapamilya artists Jamie Rivera, Angela Ken, Fabio Santos, Fana, Francine Diaz, Imogen, KD Estrada, and Jed Madela.
"We want to generate faith para mas maraming tao ang maniwala sa Panginoon at magkaroon ng hope pati na rin pagmamahal sa kapwa. Iyon ang ultimate goal ng Inspire Music," Jamie shared.
Jamie takes part in a collaboration with Jed, Francine, and KD for the track "Faith, Hope, and Love,” which seeks to promote world peace amid today’s conflict arising in various parts of the world.
She also offers an exciting revamped remix of the label's first single "3-in-1” which talks about the joys of believing in God and features "It's Showtime" child star Imogen and "The Voice Kids" season 5 contestant Fabio Santos.
Folk-pop artist Angela shows off her sweet side in her upcoming single "Pansinin Mo Naman Ako,” her first release under Inspire Music.
Up-and-coming singer Fana meanwhile puts a modern twist to Gloc-9’s hit song "Love Story Ko," which highlights the joys of falling in love. Composed by A. Polisco and Christian Martinez, the reimagined version released last Nov. 10 was produced by Jamie.
New role
Jamie revealed that she had never aspired to become a record executive.
"Hindi ko talaga pinangarap na maging label head. Nagulat na lamang ako. But I was told i-mentor ko raw yung mga bata. So sabi nila, 'let's have a new label na bagay sa'yo.' So we called in Inspire Music," she said. "Nakakatuwa ako kasi may mga bata na ako ang una nilang producer. Imogen and Fabio. Sila yung unang-una kong recording artists sa Inspire label."
(I never really dreamed of being a label head. I was just surprised. But I was told that I would mentor the kids. So they said, 'Let's have a new label that suits you.' So we called it Inspire Music. It makes me happy because I am the first producer of some kids like Imogen and Fabio. They are my first recording artists under the Inspire label.)
Jamie enjoys teaching young artists to sing and has no issues with them.
"Meron din naman challenges pero hindi mahirap dahil magagaling sila. Even si Francine. Sinabi niya hindi siya nakakakanta pero nakakakanta naman siya. First time niya mag recording. Ang challenge lang naman nito is pagna-release na. Kung maghi-hit ba siya sa Spotify, sa ITunes. Other than that, hindi naman kami nahirapan."
(There are also challenges, but they are not difficult because they are good. Even Francine. She said she couldn't sing, but she could sing. It's her first time recording. The only challenge is getting it released. If she's going to be a hit on Spotify, on iTunes. Other than that, we didn't have any problems.)
She explained that their first batch of artists under Inspire Music happened to be young.
"Noong una ako lang mag-isa. Then sabi ni Roxy Liquigan, pasukan natin ng dalawang bata. Si Imogen and Fabio. Nagkataon lang na young artists ang nauna naming kinuha. Pero meron din naman kaming veteran like Jed Madela. Depende sa song na napili ko, doon pa lamang ako maghahanap ng artists.
(At first, I was alone. Then Roxy Liquigan said, 'Let's bring in two kids.' Imogen and Fabio. It just happened that we hired young artists first. But we also have a veteran like Jed Madela. The choice of artist will depend on the type of song.)
"Pinipili din namin yung mga bata na maraming followers. Kailangan din naman kumita ng Star at Inspire because this is business.
(We also choose the kids who have a lot of followers. Star and Inspire need to earn money because this is business.)
"Tulad nga ng sinabi ko kanina, ang pinipili ko yung madaling katrabaho. Hindi yung papahirapan ka sa schedule, sa recording. Ayoko ng ganun," Jaimie said.
(As I said earlier, I chose the easy one to work with. Not the one who will make you suffer in the schedule, in the recording. I don't want that.)
Jamie Rivera (center) and the young artists of Inspire Music
Secrets to showbiz longevity
According to Jamie, having a good attitude is more important than talent in the entertainment industry. She said that's one of the secrets to showbiz longevity.
"Ang talent secondary lang yun eh. Sa totoo lang yung attitude ang number one. Importante sa akin yung attitude. Ang singing natututunan yan, naaayos sa recording, puwedeng ayusin yan eh. Pero yung pinahihirapan ka, yun ang mahirap. Sa edad kong ito, ayoko na ma-stress," she said.
(Talent is only secondary. Honestly, attitude is number one. Attitude is important to me. You can learn how to sing, which can be fixed in the recording. But if the artist will make you suffer, that isn't easy. At my age, I don't want to be stressed.)
Jamie also encouraged young artists to reinvent themselves to sustain their careers.
"Reinvent yourself all the time. After recording nag-uusap usap kami, sinasabi ko sa kanila na you have to be able to sustain your career. So you need to reinvent. For example ako, una pop music ako eh under Octoarts. I sang 'I've Fallen for You,' 'Mahal Naman Kita,' 'Hey, It's Me,' mga ganyan. After that nag-Miss Saigon ako. So napunta naman ako sa Broadway songs. Then inspirational naman. Eto na yung mga Heal Our Land. Now label head na ako. Lahat yun nagre-reinvent. Kailangan mong ma-sustain. Kailangan mong makisabay sa panahon."
(Reinvent yourself all the time. After recording, we talk, and I tell them that they have to be able to sustain their career. So you need to reinvent. For example, I did pop music first under Octoarts. I sang 'I've Fallen for You,' 'Mahal Naman Kita,' 'Hey, It's Me,' and things like that. After that, I did Miss Saigon. So I went to Broadway songs. Then it was inspirational. Now I'm the label head. Everything is reinventing. You have to be sustained. You have to keep up with the times.)
Jamie found it easy to shift from pop to inspirational music because she's a religious person. Many people hold the misconception that her concerts or shows are preachy. However, this is not the case.
"Hindi naman ako nahirapan kasi noong pop singer ako and naging Broadway singer ako, yung attitude ko naman maka-Diyos talaga ako from the start. So noong pinakanta ako ng mga inspirational songs, lahat ng mga yan hindi ako natakot kasi it's all about God yan eh. Right from the start, religious naman ako at maka-Diyos. It became my niche. Mas natuwa nga ako eh kasi ngayon may kakapitan na ako si Lord. Siya na yung niche ko. If God is with you, who can be against you?" she said.
(I didn't have a hard time because when I was a pop singer and I became a Broadway singer, my attitude was really for God from the start. So when I sang inspirational songs, all of them did not scare me because it's all about God. Right from the start, I was religious and godly. It became my niche. I was even happier because now I have the Lord to cling to. He is my niche. If God is with you, who can be against you?)
"When I do concerts, or shows, I incorporate everything. Mag-uumpisa muna ako ng Broadway, tapos pop songs tapos inspirational. Pero may mga fast songs kami. Baka magulat kayo kapag nagconcert ako, it's a happy concert. May dance rin ako. Akala nga nila preachy ang mga shows ko. Paglabas nila, hindi pala preachy. Tuwang-tuwa naman sila."
Writing songs
Jamie said she still finds time to compose songs despite the busy schedule. She's writing a new song for Regine Velasquez-Alcasid and aspires to collaborate with younger group artists.
"I find time to compose kahit na may trabaho ako sa office namin eh. CEO rin ako ng mga business namin. Nagagawa ko pa rin mag compose ng songs. On weekends, kapag patulog na ako, kapag nag slow down na ako, nagsusulat pa rin ako. Last night, I was trying to finish a song for Regine Velasquez. Depende sa mood ko eh. Kung meron akong naiisip, sinusulat ko agad.
(I find time to compose even though I have work in our office. I am also the CEO of our businesses. I still manage to compose songs. On weekends, when I go to sleep, when I slow down, I still write Me too. Last night, I was trying to finish a song for Regine Velasquez. It depends on my mood. If I think of something, I write it right away.)
"Gusto ko makatrabaho ang groups like BGYO and BINI because gusto ko ng group singing eh. Yun ang challenge sa akin ngayon, kung kaya ko gumawa ng songs for a group. Isa yan sa mga goals ko ngayon," she also said.
(I want to work with groups like BGYO and BINI because I want group singing. That's the challenge for me now if I can make songs for a group. That's one of my goals now.)
Asked about her Christmas wish, Jamie said: "Sana hindi ako magkasakit. Aalis kasi ako papunta ng US dahil ikakasal yung pamangkin ko. At pupuntahan ko rin yung anak ko. I'll come back in January. Hindi ko na pinauwi yung anak ko at ako na lang ang pupunta roon. My only child works in New York. And then minana ko sa husband ko yung kanyang mga trabaho. Nagretire na siya so ako ngayon ang nagpapatakbo ng business niya. We are into chemicals and real estate. We're into leasing also. So we have properties being leased by other companies."
(I hope I don't get sick. I'm leaving for the US because my niece is getting married. And I'm also going to visit my daughter. I'll come back in January. My daughter works in New York. And then I inherited the businesses from my husband. He has retired so now I run his businesses. We are into chemicals and real estate. We're into leasing also. So we have properties being leased by other companies.)
When it comes to music, Jamie is unstoppable. She is thrilled about the future prospects with Inspire Music. "More music from Inspire in 2024."
