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‘Going back to school is the best decision I have ever made’

by Jacquilou Blanco - April 13, 2008 - 12:00am

I was inspired by Sharon Cuneta to go back to school and finish my college degree. I found out that she went back to school through the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU). And so when she guested...

Soy be with you

by Jacquilou Blanco - February 17, 2008 - 12:00am

Soybeans, or taho as we know it, had always been a favorite of mine since childhood. Mamang Taho, that’s how I fondly referred to the taho vendor when he would pass by our street every day at 5 p.m. I would...

Of dips and dressings

by Jacquilou Blanco - January 27, 2008 - 12:00am

While my daughters Rikki Mae and Ara were enjoying the school fair in Poveda with their classmates, I was going around, too, checking out the bazaar held at the school canteen.

How you can enjoy the holidays without gaining weight

by Jacquilou Blanco - December 16, 2007 - 12:00am

Many women gain about five to seven pounds between Christmas and New Year. When do you think we gain more? During Christmas? New Year? Or both? According to my book Fight Fat, Secrets to Successful Weight Loss...

One true love

by Jacquilou Blanco - August 5, 2007 - 12:00am

It’s back to school — for me

by Jacquilou Blanco - July 22, 2007 - 12:00am

Hope floats!

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - April 29, 2007 - 12:00am

They say "great things come in small packages." In my case, they come in "small boxes." Boxes I get at Papemelroti. This time, itÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s...

For the young once

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - April 15, 2007 - 12:00am

I love going to Papemelroti Gift Shop along Roces Avenue. I always find interesting and helpful things I can share with you. Recently, I bought a book The Best is yet to be, Words of Wisdom for the...

A place called Nostalgia

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - March 18, 2007 - 12:00am

One Sunday afternoon, my daughter Rikki Mae had a basketball game at Xavier School. While waiting for the game to start, I wanted to have a snack, so I went out to look for food. I spotted this cozy place...

A coach is a trainer, an instructor

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - March 4, 2007 - 12:00am

Directors, assistant directors, choreographers, dance instructors, fitness and sports trainers, corporate managers, sales directors and general managers are coaches. Coaching is what coaches do as they...

A bagful of beauty tips

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - February 18, 2007 - 12:00am

For today, my dear readers, I will be featuring some of your e-mails. This is my way of thanking all of you who continue to read my column. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me. I always read...

There’s more to life

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - September 10, 2006 - 12:00am

Words – written, said or read – have a strong impact on those who receive them. My past articles featuring excerpts from my "little book" have become an inspiration to my readers, and...

Super Food

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - July 2, 2006 - 12:00am

When Spanish explorers reached the cradle of Aztec civilization in the early 16th century, they found much that astonished them. Apart from the wonders of such an advanced society, they were puzzled by the native’s...

Quotations to live by

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - October 30, 2005 - 12:00am

To my readers who have requested a part two of Quotations to live by, here are more. These are from Pam Rhodes’ Colours for the Soul. Just because a man lacks the use of his eyes doesn’t mean he...

Some ways to make you feel good

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - September 11, 2005 - 12:00am

For today, I am featuring questions from some of my readers. Ella asked if I can feature some tea concoctions for various ailments. She’s a tea lover and she’d like to know what teas she can mix for everyday...

Fighting fatigue

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - April 5, 2005 - 12:00am

You know that if you stay up late at night you’ll feel exhausted at work the next day. But do you also know that even if you catch up on lost sleeping time during the weekend, even if you get a full eight hours,...

Soy good!

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - November 7, 2004 - 12:00am

(Conclusion) Soybeans are the only vegetable with a complete protein profile, equal to that of meat and dairy products, but without the cholesterol and saturated fat. I recently discovered Smylk, soymilk that comes...

Feel-good tips

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - October 10, 2004 - 12:00am

I have two books written by Paul Wilson, The Little Book of Pleasure and The Little Book of Hope. According to Paul, "It’s impossible to feel bad, or stressed while you’re feeling good."...

The healthy bride’s diet

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - June 15, 2004 - 12:00am

They say that an ideal engagement lasts for two years. Event planners demand at least 12 months to prepare for the wedding and reception of your dreams. In short, preparing for a wedding does require time. If...

That’s what friends are for

by JUST BETWEEN YOU & ME By Jacquilou Blanco - May 23, 2004 - 12:00am

I received a book, The Little Book of Friendship, from a friend and I have shared its contents with my other friends as well. Here are some of the passages that have warmed my heart. These have made me realize...

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