May 2023 ZAI Newsletter

 Publisher: The Zambales Association, Inc. (ZAI)                        

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                                          The Mother’s Day and Induction Ball

The special occasion is on May 13, 2023, at the Chesapeake Conference Center, 700 Conference Center Dr., Chesapeake, Virginia 23320. The current ZAI Officers who decided to stay on because of the Pandemic are renewing their oath of office. This is a significant milestone for the Zambales Association, Inc., founded in 1980. 
 
As with everything else, it will be a dinner-dance celebration. Dinner is a selection between London broil and salmon or half-and-half of both plus side dishes for sixty-five dollars. Pay for the drinks you want from a bartender and have a professional DJ play the tune you like for dancing. There will be prizes to be raffled at a time to be determined during the evening hours. Click here to read the April 13, 2019, ZAI Newsletter to reminisce about their original oath-taking ceremony. Watch the Quiero Dance on YouTube. ZAI Dance group performed that night. (The original site crashed. It can only handle one or two viewers at a time, so we put it on YouTube. Search ZAI UPDATE.)

After you watch the video and decide to attend, buy your ticket(s) as soon as possible because there are only a few seats left. For tickets: Call Joe Alvior @ 757-277-5148 (Email: labtico@aol.com) 

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Happy Birthday!

Woo-hoo!  Happy birthday, April celebrants. We remembered your special day! And to those celebrating their birthdays in May, many happy returns and more ice cream will come. Hahaha. Thank you very much.

Read more: The origin of birthday celebration.

Happy Mother's Day, Baket! Hehe!

And this May, Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers and those expecting to be mothers. The fathers can appreciate the numerous sacrifices mothers make throughout the day. We thank you, mothers, for all the things you have to put up with. We love you!

Read more about how Mother's Day came about.

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The Zambales happenings in May from Melanie, a freelance travel writer. She considers freelancing for Trip 101 to be a combination of two things she loves: writing and traveling. On her site, she features the following festivals: Dinamulag Festival (happening until April 30), Caracol Boat Festival, the Feast of Ina Poon Bato in Botolan, Love and Light Festival, Olongapo Grand Mardi Gras, and Domorokdok Festival.

In addition to numerous promotions, Zambales and the Department of Tourism recently announced the Surf and Glamp Adventure, which will showcase the coastal towns of (Click the Town's name) San Felipe, San Narciso, and Botolan. The miles of white sand beaches now have surfing camps and competitions available. Many people (500,000 by Dept. of Tourism estimates from last year) experienced the white sand islands, waterfalls, rivers, camping sites, heritage structures, farm tourism sites, boutique beach resorts, and cozy food and drinks best to cool in the hot summer months. 

The weather in Zambales is the hottest it has been so far in May.

There are also happenings in the town of San Marcelino.  Discover the beauty of the Town's scenery created by the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo volcano and the attractions offered. 

The other name for Singkamas is Jicama. It is a vegetable that is a Mexican turnip or yam bean. Learn the health benefits and the side effects of this vegetable that we have taken for granted over the years.

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Jokes (Gargarekgek laeng apo)

Si Missis pumunta so Dentista at nagtangal ng panty agad at bumuka.
Gulat si Dentista at sabi: Ma'am di po ako OB-GYN
Missis: Ikaw ang gumawa ng pustiso ng mister ko.Ngayon tanggalin mo.
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A macho guy was joining the army. He arrived late for the physical exam.
Pagdating niya, all the men were naked and ready for inspection.
He looked and shouted: “Josko Day! Ano itetch, eat all you can, huh!”
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Girl: Di na mag-wowork and relasyon nation. Iiwan an kita.
Boy: 'Wag mahal! Di ko kaya pag umalis ka. Maglalaslas ako. O!
Girl: Ulol! Eh magpatuli nga 'di mo kaya!

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What is cooking?

Kalderetang Kambing

1 kilo goat's meat cut into pieces

1 cup (0.24 l) fat or salad oil

5 segments of garlic, crushed

6 potatoes, halved or quartered

1 large onion, sliced

Slices of hard-cooked eggs

Meat stock or water

6 tomatoes sliced

paprika, salt, and pepper to taste

Liver mixture

1 cup (0.24 l) sweet peas

Sliced pimientos morrone's

1/2 cup chopped ham

To prepare the dish, start by heating the fat and browning the garlic. Once the garlic is brown, remove it from the pan and proceed to sauté the onion and tomatoes. Then, add the meat and seasonings and cook until it is partly done. Transfer the mixture to a deeper pan and add enough stock to cover it. Continue cooking until the goat meat is almost tender, then add the potatoes and continue cooking. When the meat and vegetables are tender, add the liver mixture to thicken the gravy. Finally, add pimientos, peas, and ham, and serve hot. Garnish with slices of hard-boiled eggs and chopped ham on top. The recipe is from the 19th Edition of “Recipes of the Philippines”, compiled and edited by Enriqueta David-Perez.

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San Narciso's newest Rear Admiral

Congratulations to Rear Admiral Alfonso “Joey” Torres, Jr. He graduated from the Philippine Military Academy and has taken on many duties as commanding officer of Philippine ships and Naval Squadrons. He also attended military schools in Rhode Island and the Naval War College in Norfolk, Virginia. Additionally, he served as a military attaché in Russia and Bahrain. After his promotion, he will assume command responsibility for the Philippine Naval Forces in San Miguel, located in the town of San Antonio, in Zambales. 

(Pictured with daughter, Kimberly.)

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A tribute to someone dear

The cycle of life repeats itself, and once again it is the month of May. Just like the events of the previous year, the surrounding occurrences have become history. However, nothing is permanent in our world, which is characterized by imperfection.

We will have our moments of joy and happiness, but we will also experience sadness and sorrow. Some events are out of our control, and as we age, our hair will turn gray, and time will make it fall off. Nevertheless, we will still find happiness and beauty in life. This is the destiny of human beings.

As May comes and goes, we will continue to experience the ups and downs of life. As we age, we will gradually lose our physical and mental capacity. But ultimately, we will breathe our last with a smile on our face and express gratitude to God for a fulfilling life. Thank you, Lord. — Mike C.

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Hello Sportsmen!

It's time to head out for some fishing! The fish have fattened up over the winter and are still hungry. No matter what bait you use, the fish won't be able to resist a good meal. There are many spots to choose from, so try your luck and find a good fishing hole.

Julian had a successful catch when he caught a large-mouth bass at Twin Rivers on the James River in Williamsburg, Virginia. Our seventeen-year-old grandson forgot to call Grandpa, so he threw dinner back into the water (see left picture).

According to fishing reports, numerous species are expected to migrate north as the water temperatures rise. The action is expected to get hot in late May and early June and continue throughout the summer and early fall. Although summer is the best time to fish in Virginia Beach, fishing experts say, “If there's water, there are fish.” But who knows, it could be a whale instead of a minnow! 

So, happy fishing, guys!

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My Fellow Gentlemen Farmers 

Mr. Jefferson would have been apprehensive to hear the phrase “My fellow gentlemen farmers.” They cultivated hundreds of acres of land while we have only a small space for our tomatoes, eggplants, saluyot, and ampalaya. Nevertheless, gardening is a great exercise that refreshes and strengthens the body, provides a sense of accomplishment, and helps fight boredom. 

Rey Fanugao, who is featured in the photo, has been happier since moving to his new farm two years ago.

As we enter our later years, many of us look for ways to keep ourselves occupied. Gardening is a wonderful option for outdoor recreation. While some people enjoy walking their pets or riding their bikes in the park, I personally find joy in vacuuming the carpet and mowing the lawn. Ultimately, what matters most are the activities that bring us happiness.

If you're interested in starting a garden, you can find seedlings at Home Depot or Lowe's, although they may be a little pricey this year. Alternatively, you can check out your local farmer's market for vegetable seedlings that are perfect for making pinakbet. With any luck, we can all look forward to a bountiful harvest. Enjoy the gardening experience!

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 In Memoriam | Obituary  |  ZAI Officers | 

It's hard to believe that we're already in 2023. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the ZAI Newsletter, which was published by the Zambales Association, Inc. Despite the ongoing pandemic, we've managed to keep our operations running during its initial phase, and things are starting to look up now. Although there are still uncertainties, we now have the option to stop wearing masks. crucial to remain vigilant and grateful for every moment. As the saying goes, hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.

We apologize for any unintended errors in our writing. English is not our native language, and we are not grammar experts. We are using Ilo-Tag-Lish, a combination of three languages commonly spoken in the Philippines today. Our goal is to provide the best possible content, and we appreciate your understanding if we make any mistakes.

Your support has motivated us to persist despite our limited resources. We greatly appreciate your patience and help in growing our newsletter. — Mike Colorado |  

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Thank you for spending time with us. Until the next issue … God bless.