BALATBAT CLAN REUNION 2017

BALATBAT CLAN REUNION 2017

Boys and girls, young and old, everyone present is very beauteous
Always ready to perform, sing, dance or recite poem are desirous
Laughter, fun, games, stories told to family are really hilarious
A number of family members to meet relatives are quite anxious
Tender is the roasted pig, chicken, fish, vegetables are very delicious
Bountiful are foods set on the table that are all good and sumptuous
Array of scrumptious sweet desserts, ice cream, and lots of mangoes
Totally complete satisfaction of those that felt event is victorious


Camaraderie forms when other cousins make bonding very gracious
Lovingly approach by cute little ones with smiles that are luminous
Amazing and coordinated participation in program are fantabulous
Numerous displays on the stage and old photos are truly wondrous

Registrants enjoy the friendship, caressing atmosphere, time precious
Excitements of those with prizes and Easter Eggs are really obvious
Uplifting are the stories told by family members are just marvelous
Nice and warm weather made the reunion very successful and joyous
Inspired by the happy and tight family relationship, super prestigious
Overjoyed by the attendance of those from distant places, so fabulous
Never was a dull moment with the energetic children that are gorgeous

By: Laura Balatbat Corpuz * jollybc2@gmail.com * March 19, 2017

          ROWENA D. STONER

          R-adiant is your attractive face with very bright smiles all the time

          O-verjoyed is amazing family, Jack, Anna Marie, Jennifer Lynn

          W-onderful personality welcomes everyone with wide open arms

          E-nergetic and loves working at Cullinan Properties in Peoria, IL.

          N-ieces, nephews, relatives highly regard and treat you with respect

          A-nxious and excited about the life ahead of her family on the go

          D-elightful and gorgeous FASCI model and a long-time member

          S-isterly attitude to Alma, Arlene, Chat, Cindy, Connie, Donna, Elvie

          T-rue friend to Evelyn, Gina, Jhossana, Leta, Lodgita, Lolita, Lucy

          O-pens heart to Marissa, Nerissa, Nena, Ofie, Razelle, Roe, Sarah, Sheila

          N-ice, courteous to Ernie, Rene, and male Filipino staff at Par-A-Dice

          E-njoys colleagues and all family members’ professional achievements

          R-ejoiced and thanked God for the awesome, adventurous trip to Korea

            

                        Happy 50^th Birthday from Ric and Laura Corpuz * 9-8-16

          PRISCILLA  M  RAMOS

P-riscilla, an ancient Roman name, meaning passionate and compassionate

R-aised by parents Paul and Marie Paulson on a huge farm in North Dakota

I-nspired by the good music played by the famous “Royal Filipino Orchestra”

S-weet smiles attracted Phil when band played in Peoria after World War II

C-ooked lafse, crub and baked bread, angel food cake, and sweet cream puffs

I-ntimate, friendly, amiable, approachable, caring woman all her happy life

L-eisure times made fun by watching stage plays, movies, ball room dancing

L-oves and enjoys the company of co-workers, relatives, and Filipino friends

A longtime member of FASCI and attends St. Paul Lutheran church

M-arian, Hebrew name that means “Star of the Sea” and “Grace” in Latin

R-eminisces exciting experiences of travels in the Caribbean, Hawaii and Europe

A-merican flag was donated by VFW Post 814 Women Auxiliary, Peoria, IL.

M-aria and Amy performed cultural dances and Jason a FASCI board member

O-verjoyed by achievements of Phil Ramos II, Rose Pasquel and grandchildren

S-incere Post Office staff, Tone Master Manufacturing Co. and Art’s Hot Tamales

           

 FASCI (Filipino-American Society of Central Illinois) By: Laura B. Corpuz * jollybc2@gmail.com * 4/1/15

                        PASKO

Sa bandang silangan ay may natanawan

Talang maliwag 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 upang magsalu-salo.

Laura B. Corpuz, Nov. 13, 2009

        Jollybc2@gmail.com

          

               PASKO NA NAMAN!

Pasko ay araw na pinakahihintay-hintay

Ang lahat ng tao ay nagmamahalan

Sapagka’t si Jesus sa ngayon ay isinilang

Kagalakang lubos ang dulot niya sa bayan

O talang maningning sa tatlong hari’y sumubaybay

Nang makita nila ang hamak na sabsaban

Anak na sanggol kalong ng Birheng mahal

Napaligiran sila ng mga hayop sa parang

Ang lahat ng pastol at mga tupa ay nagpugay

Mahimbing ang sanggol sa Inang kandungan

Awit ng mga angel ay masayang pakinggan

Nagdiriwang ang madla dahil “Pasko na Naman.”

This is an acrostic style of writing poems

Laura B. Corpuz, Nov. 13, 2009

Jollybc2@gmail.com

(These were used in Topeka, Kansas last Christmas 2009)

                      NENITA TUDTUD JHEE

           Nice, charismatic and appealing woman of Talamban, Cebu City

          Excited to go to Manila at age 15 to take up medicine at UST

          Noble in her words, thoughts, and very cautious in her actions

          Inspired by loving parents Eduvigio and Anatolia Tudtud

         Talent, time, pressure, and ultimate dream, she studied seriously

          Affectionate love of Dr. Won Jhee made them tie the knots

         Together with the happy family, Marianne, Joseph, and Jeffrey

         Upbringing of parents was remarkable resulting to their success

          Dedicated to her profession, treated all patients with tender care

          Totally adores her very active, cute, growing four grandchildren

          Unique symbols of faith is a chapel and trail named “Sto. Niño“

          Devoted Catholic and a long-time member of St. Jude church

          Joyfully tills a Filipino garden of fruity and green leafy vegetables

          Harmonious life of family makes her kiss and hug grandchildren

          Everybody loves Nenita for integrity and splendid personality

          Entertains all guests and meets them with very own sweet smiles

            September 17, 2016  Happy 70^th Birthday!  
                          Love, Ric and Laura Corpuz

INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF SURGEON HYMN

~ INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF SURGEON HYMN

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The greatest gift of all mankind
Is our concern, the precious lives
With compassion we care and serve
Geared to pursue for excellence.
*
We declare with sincerity
The knowledge patiently to honesty
Regardless of nationality, creed, ideology
The creed, we value so faithfully
Playing our parts in history
*
Our founder's dream so laudable
We love and cherish this earnest goal
We pledge to accomplish, to uphold
Our responsibility throughout the world.
*
Refrain
*
International College of Surgeons
Worthy of praise and ...'
Preserve the health, our noble mission
And the dignity of the profession

By: Dr. Felicisima B. Bacon
       Tondo, Manila, Philippines

HIPOLITO MAXIMA FAMILY

HIPOLITO MAXIMA FAMILY

Hot food deliciously flavored and cooked with favorite seasonings

Incredibly luscious native dishes were appetizing and delightful

Poems about the blooming young ladies and gentlemen were read

Overwhelmed by the great singing voices of some family members

Lovely portraits of our parents and grandparents adorned the hall

Intelligent brains and talents were shown by younger generation

Toys, school supplies, costume jewelry, domestic items, vanities

Outstanding showmanship, pride of Hipolito and Maxima family

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More door prizes were shared among the adult men and women

Adorable children  joined the adults in dancing, singing songs

X’mas, some members thought of about this enjoyable event

Indefatigable masters of ceremonies kept the family focused

Memories of the exciting moments will be etched in our hearts

Amazing was everyone's contribution to this wonderful affair

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Frabjous and memorable day for the San Isidro Balatbat clan

Acquaintances were made among those who welcomed new ones

Mia and Emily from Illinois, USA traveled across the vast ocean 
Intrigued and very amused were those that attended this time 
LonG to enjoy the company and warmth feeling of everybody

Yearlong waiting for the next occasion that will be more fun

  By: Laura B. Corpuz * jollybc2@gmail.com * March 13, 2016