PASKO TULA

                           
                          PASKO


Sa bandang silangan ay may natanawan
Talang maliwanag sa atin ay patnubay
Ang lahat ng landas na ating daraanan
Liwanag ng tala ang ating susundan.

Ito ay nakaturo sa munting sabsaban
Ng Sanggol na tutubos sa sanlibutan
Ang Birhen Maria kay Hesus ang nagsilang
Sa tabi ni Josep na Amang mapagmahal.

Pasko ang tawag sa dakilang araw na ito
Maligayang maligaya ang lahat ng tao
May handa si Ninang, si Lola at si Lolo
Hinihintay tayo upamg magsalu-salo.

Laura B. Corpuz - Ika 13 ng Nobyembre 2009
                 jollybc2@gmail.com

Binigkas ito sa Topeka, Kansas nuong Pasko 2009

PASKO NA NAMAN!

       

P-asko ay araw na pinakahihintay-hintay
A-ng lahat ng tao ay nagmamahalan
S-apagka't si Jesus sa ngayon ay isinilang
K-agalakang lubos ang dulot niya sa bayan
O talang maningning sa tatlong hari'y sumubaybay

N-ang makita nila ang hamak na sabsaban
A-nak na sanggol kalong ng Birheng Mahal

N-apaligiran sila ng mga hayop sa parang
A-ng lahat ng pastol at mga tupa ay nagpugay
M-ahimbing ang sanggol sa Inang kandungan
A-wit ng mga anghel ay masayang pakinggan
N-agdiriwang ang madla dahil "Pasko na Naman."

Laura B. Corpuz - Ika-13 ng Nobyembre, 2009
jollybc2@gmail.com

(Binigkas ito sa Topeka, Kansas - Pasko 2009)

PASKO - Dula-dulaan

Sinulat nina: Laura B. Corpuz at Pacita D. Morales

Unang Tagpo


(Tanawin: Loob ng bahay)

(Naghahanda ang mag-anak papunta sa simbahan. Tumutugtog ang kampana.)

Nanay: “Dalian ninyo mga anak. Baka mahuli tayo sa misa.”

Anak 1: “Nandiyan na po ako, Nanay.”

Anak 2: “Hintayin ninyo ako. Hindi ko makita ang sapatos ko.”

Anak 3: “Handa na po ako, Tatay.”

Anak 4: “Ako rin po.”

Nanay: “O sige, hihintayin namin kayo sa labas ng bahay, mga anak.”

Tatay: “Mag-ingat kayo sa paglalakad sa kalsada.”

(Lalakad ang mag-anak papuntang simbahan.)

Tilon

Pangalawang Tagpo

(Tanawin: Labas ng simbahan matapos ang misa)

(May mga tindera. May tugtuging pamasko.)

Nanay at Tatay: “Maligayang Pasko sa inyo, mga anak.”

Mga Anak: (Magmano) “Maligayang Pasko rin po sa inyo, Nanay at Tatay.”

(May mararaanang mga tindera ang mga bata paglabas ng simbahan.)

Anak 1: “Ano po ang tinda ninyo?”

Tindera 1: “Mayruon akong puto at kutsinta.”

Anak 1: “Pagbilhan po ninyo ako ng puto.”

Anak 2: “Mayruon po ba kayong suman?”

Tindera 2: “Mayruon ako, anak. Ilan ba ang gusto mo?”

Anak 2: “Dalawa po.”

Anak 3: “Kina Lolo at Lola na lang ako kakain, Ate. Hindi pa naman ako gutom.”

Anak 4: “Ako rin; maraming magluto si Lola, marasap pa!”

Nanay: “Halina kayo kina Lolo at Lola. Hinihintay nila tayo.”

Tatay: (Kakatok sa pinto ng bahay nina Lolo at Lola.)

Lolo: (Bubuksan ang pinto.) “Tuloy kayo mga anak.”

Tilon

Pangatlong Tagpo

(Tanawin: Loob ng bahay nina Lolo at Lola)

Mga Anak: “Mano po, Lolo. Mano po, Lola.”

Lolo at Lola: “Kaawaan kayo ng Diyos, mga anak.”

(Nanay at Tatay – magmamano rin)

Ninong at Ninang: (Naka-upo sa silya.)

Anak 1: “Mano po, Ninong. Mano po, Ninang.”

Ninang at Ninong: “Kaawaan ka ng Diyos.”

Anak 2: “Lola, ang sarap naman ng amoy ng luto ninyo!”

Lola: “Para sa ating salu-salo ang lahat ng niluto ko.”

Lolo: “Halina na kayo, mga anak. Nakahanda na ang mga pagkain natin para sa Noche Buena.”

Anak 3: “Gutom na nga ako eh.”

Anak 4: “Sabi ko na inyo eh, maraming magluto si Lola, at masarap pa.”


(Matapos kumain - Hahaplusin ang tiyan sa busog at magkukuwentuhan)

Anak 2: “Nanay, Tatay, sana’y maging Pasko araw-araw para narito tayong lagi kina Lolo at Lola.”

Mga Anak: “Lolo, Lola, aalis na po kami.” “Maligayang Pasko po ulit sa inyo at Manigong Bagong Taon sa lahat.”

Nanay at Tatay: “Maraning salamat po sa handa ninyong mga pagkain. Busog na busog po kaming lahat.”

Buong Mag-anak: (Muling mag-mamano kasabay ang pagpapaalam.) “Paalam na po.” “Mamasko pa po kami sa ibang kamag-anak natin pagkagising sa umaga.”

Lolo at Lola: “Mag-iingat kayo sa daan.”

Tilon

Mga Tauhan:

Lolo at Lola: Lucas at Pacita Morales
Ninang at Ninong: Thelma Capati at Wilmer Andrada
Nanay at Tatay: Laura Corpuz at Lito Capati
Mga Anak: Aileen Capati, Jennifer at Robert Estoye, Zenaida Falcon
Mga Tindera: Perlita Nichols at Magdalena Raboza
Tagapagsalaysay: Alona Corpuz at Belinda Falcon
Musika: Renato Blancaflor at Daisy Franada
Tilon: Ric Corpuz at Carlito Vero

Itinanghal sa Hotel Pere Marquette, Peoria, Illinois 61602, Disyembre 15, 1987.

MARY GRACE O. BACON

   
                                       MARY GRACE O. BACON      

M erciful, caring, and truly understanding woman physician she is
A lways thinking of how she can make patients feel good even when in pain
R ejoices each time Isabel and Nathaniel bring home great school works
Y oung and old, girls and boys, students and workers admire her simplicity

G ood words of wisdom she taught to her adorable growing children
R espects she earned from colleagues, friends, relatives and comrades
A ffectionate, approachable, amiable, and friendly to her acquaintances
C onservative and cautious in meeting life's numerous challenges
E xtra care she gives to many patients she treats for their illnesses

O verwhelmed  and grateful for the strong and tight-knit family ties

B eautiful smiles meet you at the door when relatives come to visit
A ppeals for good cause she responds with all her heart and soul
C ounts and thanks the good Lord above for all the blessings received
O utstanding character and conduct are what her children see in her
N ever did she miss any Sunday, Holy Days and church obligations

Laura B, Corpuz * January 29, 2014 - jollybc2@gmail.com

STEPHEN BILANDAL

               

             STEPHEN BILANDAL

Super model with Allison Lear at IGNITE Peoria Civic Center

Taurus your zodiac sign, practical and admires the fruits of labor

Emerald is a very precious stone with magical healing power

Polytechnic College is proud of successful, fulfilled life journey

Homesick, but enjoys life in Illinois, experiences “White Christmas”

Extra time and efforts spent with FASCI and other civic duties

Never-ending laughter and fun when around friends and families

Born on May 5, 1943 Dumaguete City in the tropical Philippines

Intelligent man full of wit and wisdom and enjoyed by colleagues

Lucita and Paulita’s life adventures are like they were in paradise

Admires, jubilant of Ara Lear‘s “Care Solutions Home Health Care”

Night and day you worked very hard for daughters’ achievements

Dedicated, passionate teacher with respect for the Philippine flag

Adored by all the grandchildren across the ocean and in the USA

“Lilly of the Valley” is the May flower also called “Bells of Heaven”

Gary, Abegail, Allison, Edlean, Edmundo, and Elman contributed to a                                                  

wonderful and exemplary experiences to the utmost of your joyful life                                                 

adjusting to the environment in this United States of America.       
     

Filipino-American Society of Central Illinois (FASCI) August 11, 2018

      By: Laura B. Corpuz * jollybc2@gmail.com * August 18, 2018

SHARON M. OBERY

SMO is you car's license plate number for Sharon M. Obery
Hiking, walking and admiring the beauty of this great world
"Art and Science in the Woods" is your very enjoyable passion
Rode horses around town, on the farm and in the villages
Organized individual who can juggle work and recreation
Natural beauty of surroundings bring lots of satisfaction

Melanie, Andrew,  Brian and Shay brighten your happy life

Outstanding volunteer for "Sun Foundation" and civic groups
Bradley University, an institution mother, father, and you work
Enjoys live theater, musical concerts, cute dogs and lovely cats
Recycles items that contribute to ecology, human life and earth
Yes, "Midnight Munchies," your precious times very well spent


Andi, Blakely, and co-workers at Bradley University are all elated by your devotion, duties, industriousness, resourcefulness, responsibilities, and exceptional volunteer work in your life.  Cookouts during breaks are enjoyed by staff and student assistants.  Peoria Central High School is truly proud of a very super alumnus, wonderful woman.

By: Laura B. Corpuz * laurabc@fsmail.bradley.edu * Jan. 29, 2018

VICENTE D. SANTOS

         VICENTE D. SANTOS

Victorious in numerous undertakings
Inspiration to students, teachers, and principals
Combs for the boys and soaps for the girls
Encouraging, motivating and open-minded adviser
Noble in all his thoughts, words and deeds
Thoughtful, sensible, and humble leader
Entertaining with a good sense of humor 

Disciplinarian, dedicated, designated "principal driver"

Scholarly and professional individual
Always prepared to give assistance to anyone
Naturally wise, nice, and kind gentleman
Talented, smart, full of wit and wisdom
Optimistic man and always on the look out
Supportive of the boys and great scoutmaster

              Laura B. Corpuz
        Germantown Hills, IL, USA
                 May, 2004

FAJARDO FAMILY

   FAJARDO FAMILY

"Family first" is their golden policy

Accommodating and kind-hearted people

Joyfully welcome guests from everywhere

Achievements in life are worthy of praise

Religiously and respectfully treat friends

Decisions are made wisely and tactfully

Observant and cautious when speaking to someone

Fun-loving, gracious, and jovial in many ways

Affable, affectionate, and very considerate

Making acquaintances laugh for good times

Incredibly nice people to know and to be with

Loving and caring especially to the elderly

Yesteryears experiences inspire other's well being

          Laura G. Balatbat-Corpuz

                August 14, 2004

FELICISIMA B. BACON

FELICISIMA  B. BACON

Felicisima means “joy and happiness” today and forevermore-

Embracing life as it comes and thanking God for each new day

Loving to teach Theology and spreading the word of the Lord

Interesting are the stories told to children leaving moral lessons

Caring about ailing patients, instructing with good health habits

Inspiring, serving as role model to active, growing grandchildren

Sweetly smiling, capturing even the loneliest unhappiest person

Instrumental in the success and well-being of daughter and son

Making family time fun time, doing the best of what God provides

Always being ready in supporting family for strength and unity;

Biblical stories telling children and adults in all Religion classes

Blessings from the world’s Creator gratefully counting every day

Accommodating woman, welcoming all comrades with warm heart

Composing lyrics of songs for the Philippine Medical Association

Outstanding memory of parenting style of Sofia Garcia-Balatbat

Never saying “No” to any appeal for the sake of the entire community

   Laura B. Corpuz * Sister *October 26, 2013 * Jollybc2@gmail.com

    

HIPOLITO BALATBAT CLAN REUNION 2018

                 HIPOLITO BALATBAT CLAN

Happy families of Hipolito and Maxima Balatbat came for the reunion

Inspiring words made everyone feel loved, cared, and closer as one family

Prayer before the fun annual event led by Dr. Felicisima Balatbat-Bacon

Overjoyed by humorous stories, reading of personal poems during the program

Lechon was so juicy, delicious, and special “ukoy” graced the food table

Incredible singing voices and dances of members entertained everyone present

Totally surprised of the amount were the winners of “Money Guessing” game

Overwhelmed were cousins came from Hagonoy, Malolos, Manila, and Tarlac



Banner of Hipolito and Maxima Balatbat’s children hang on the huge wall

Anxious, so cute, and very innocent tiny tots where amazed by the performances

Lingered around were the spirits of our parents, grandparents, great grandparents

Adorable children, teen-agers, and adults liked the surprises in the Easter eggs

Truly in their utmost emotions were gleeful, cheerful and so greatly joyful

Beautiful, charming, and smiling faces of the youths showed super satisfaction

Admiration of family members that joined in the fun of playing group games

Thankful to God for bountiful blessings, granting us to come together again 



Cozy was the atmosphere with hugging, kissing, and great feeling of warmth 

Lifted the spirits of those that experienced the excitement and joy of the reunion

Availed and gave medical information were Drs. Balagtas and Ervin Dela Rosa

Never knew that Balatbat clan would benefit from garlic, ginger  and medicine

                       Laura Balatbat-Corpuz, March 17, 2018