Miss Universe Livestreaming: Wishing for a Miss Universe Back-to-Back Win for Philippines

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Today is the day. The most beautiful day in the universe!

86 "confidently beautiful" women, 1 crown by DIC worn by Paulina Vega and Pia Wurtzbach, and Ariadna Gutierrez for a few minutes, so far. Who will win? It all goes down here in Manila.

Today will be the day Maxine will or will not prove them haters wrong. For sure, one life will be changed today.

Our bet, Maria Myka Maxine Medina, is probably so nervous now because in only a few hours she will finally walk on stage amidst a live audience, and live streaming TV and online broadcast, coming from all over the world and all hoping that their own specific bets will win.

"Is the Miss Universe pageant is slowly redefining beauty, breaking stereotypes, and truly celebrating diversity? We'll find out later at with the happenings at the SM Mall of Asia Arena this January 30, 2017."
Are we confident Steve Harvey won't commit same Miss Universe blunder he did last year? The Miss Universe Organization (MOU) must have made sure he won't be confused again with the preparation of a better designed cue card from which he will read the names of the winners.

Our advise to the Miss Universe 2016 candidates? Be in the present moment and focus your energy on feeling good. "A flower does not think of competing to the flower next to it. It just bloom. Be like a flower."

For our official country representative, we believe in you Maxine! May the Universe be with you! Be the Brightest Star in the Universe today! Go, Maxine Medina! Go Ms. Philippines! Let's show Gloria Diaz - I mean the universe, that back-to-back win is possible. Win that crown again for the Philippines!

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Below are some of the photos of the Miss Universe 2016 candidates from the Red Carpet event held on January 29, 2017:

Chan Lim Family of Artists and Students Showcase Hand-Painted Scrolls and Plates at SM North EDSA

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Behind all those brushstrokes is a family of artists and their students who creatively use their imagination and passion for the arts to come up with fabulous works of art. Every piece in the collection could be considered as a masterpiece especially for the individual creators. 

Since art is truly in the eyes of the beholder, what seems to be stunning for our senses, more specifically our vision, could be a different experience for others. I've seen so many works of art that has been priced in millions and with so many styles and medium that can be used to create paintings, sculptures, or even digital versions, there would always be some works that will definitely catch your eyes and give them more than a second look.

Art also inspires many to personally dabble into the same process to answer their yearning to create their own masterpieces. Every brushstroke could have meanings known only to the artists, and interpreted differently by the ones who appreciates them. All in all, there will soon bound to be one that would turn out as a favorite among the equally astonishing pieces. 

The Chan Lim Family of Artists and Students at exhibit located at the Atrium of The Block at SM North EDSA was intentionally displayed during the Chinese New Year celebration season and showcases so many interesting creations that would inspire you to either buy or even create your own artwork. From the paper scrolls to the plates, each piece are strikingly impressive.

Even though the Chan Lim siblings Alex, Felix, Rolex and Jolex have no background in the arts, and are actually licensed engineers connected with multinational companies representing various industries, it was Jose Chan Lim who got them interested in visual arts and painting. The siblings embraced their Chinese roots and learned how to use a Chinese brush on rice paper as early as 11 years old. 

Eat, Drink or Marry an Aussie: Celebrating Australia Day at Skippy's Bar & Grill

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Yup! I'm actually exaggerating on the title, particularly on that "Marry an Aussie" part. But who knows, there's a;ways a possibility. A night of mingling with new-found friends from Australia could lead to something more intimate other than just sharing a night of drinks while listening to the live band, watching sports channels, or playing a few game of billiards or darts.

Just a few days before the Chinese New Year is another well celebrated event recognized all over the world - Australia Day! Since this is not my first time to celebrate Australia Day at their place, you may want to read my previous article about it so you'll get an idea.

If you are one of those that enjoy a fantastic time shopping for healthy breakfast items, or attending the wine masterclasses, at the Australian Festival held at the Marketplace by Rustan's in Powerplant Mall located at Rockwell, Makati, or you are also sending your good luck to Caris Tiivel on her Miss Universe 2016 bid, then that could mean you love everything about Australia. Perhaps you may also enjoy your nights hanging out at bars where Aussies are frequent.
The night of January 26 was reserved for lots of eating, drinking, chatting and everything else beyond and in between. I have to admit I'm not the extrovert type who loves going out and spending the night hours at a bar or anywhere else that has intoxicating liquor or spirits as a prime commodity, but but it's somehow different at Skippy's Bar & Grill. You can read the articles from the links here so you'll get to know more about this restaurant located at Forum Bonifacio Global City (BGC). It's just opposite the site where Mercato Centrale is held and now there's the Maybank Performing Arts Theater just across the neighborhood of this business. leisure, arts and entertainment center of Taguig city.