Dear Friend,


Who are your very best friends and how did they get this precious title? Have you ever stopped to think how each of their personalities (though different) complement each other and how magical it is when all of you are together?

It's just like a patchwork that has different patterns - despite the different colors and designs, it all comes together as a beautiful, not to mention, useful thing.

The next time you come together, why not see how you can use your "magic" in a good way, not just to bring joy to each other but to also bring color and vibrance of life to others who may not be as blessed with that kind of friendship!

Let's all celebrate Friendship not just on August 5 but every day! Happy Friendship Day!

A true friend is the greatest of all blessings, and that which we take the least care of all to acquire.
- Francois de La Rochefoucauld (1613 - 1680)

Christina
E-Newsletter Editor


In this issue

Friendship Fun Activities
Friendship Craft Gift
Trees for Life
Pathways Choices Seminar
Report Environment Crimes
New Products from Papemelroti

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Friendship Fun Activities

This is a day to celebrate friendship! Why not celebrate your wonderful friends? Here are some ways:

• Meet at the place where you first met. Bring your earliest photos and reminisce about old times.
• Dress up in your most formal clothes. Have a photo session.
• Have a 'halo-halo' party and let your friends bring the ingredients! (Variation: taco, salad, ice cream party)
• Draw each other. Keep each others' drawings.
• Cook a meal together. Experiment with the ingredients and invite other friends over to review your concoction.
• Plan a vacation together. Go to a place you've always wanted to go to. Decide to have a great time!

Friendship Craft Gift

Gifts are more warmly appreciated when it is personally made from the heart! All you need are: fabric pens of different colors and a plain solid-colored t-shirt.

To make the design, think of your friend's interests, favorite animal or food and if you like sketching, you can draw on the shirt. If you'd rather put words, you can put the good traits of your friend all over the shirt.

If you belong to a group of good friends, this would be a great Friendship Day activity and all your shirts can match! Let your creativity be your guide in designing!



Trees for Life 2007

A Joint Project of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Green Army
The Trees for Life: 20 million Seedlings for Planting project was launched on June 5, 2007, World Environment Day, at the Cultural Center of the Philippines by its joint proponents, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Green Army Philippines Foundation.

Its object is to initiate a massive reforestation of denuded watersheds and logged-over areas all over the Philippines by planting 20 million tree seedlings between July and November of this year.

For the Trees for Life project, the Green Army is now issuing a call for 20 million volunteers to plant 20 million trees.

To participate, register at http://www.greenarmynetwork.net/
or send the following text message from your cellphones to 5777
for both Smart and Globe users:

DENR(space)REG(space)firstname(slash)middleinitial(slash)lastname.


Pathways Choices Seminar
Every Monday starting July 23, (til September 10), men and women
from different walks in life will come together to talk about their faith life.
If you would like your life to be blessed beyond your wildest dreams,
we suggest you join them...

Pathways Choices Seminar
7:30 pm Mondays beginning July 23 up to September 10
La Salle Greenhills Shrine of the Divine Child
Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City

*You may attend all or any of the Monday sessions.

"I have made countless choices in my life. But to this day, I remain grateful for having attended a seminar like this one many years ago. I offer the same choice to you. I pray to see you on July 23." - Ruel Morales, Program Leader

Free Admission. Should you have any question or clarification on this invitation, you may contact Arnold Candelaria (0917-8958997) or Fritz Supe (0918-9295902).


Report Environment Crimes!
To report environmental crimes, complaints, or make inquiries to the DENR Secretary, text your message to 5777 in the following format:

DENR SEND (your message)

Example: DENR SEND illegal dumpsite operating in barangay Gulod Cabuyao, Laguna.
DENR TextCast allows the general public to report the following to the DENR Secretary for immediate action:

Smoke Belching
Illegal logging/deforestation
Illegal disposal of waste
Poaching
All other environmental crimes



Books for Less Updates
Opening soon in SM Centerpoint this August!
Lots of new books in all our branches!

Catch our latest promo! Free magazines for every P1000 purchase. Good until remaining supplies last. Academic books as low as P50 each!

Stop by your nearest BFL branch today! It's easy to find the book you need at Books for Less! Just e-mail bookrequest@booksforless.ph or contact the TEXT Hotline at 630-9999 (no format needed). For other BFL inquiries, please e-mail info@booksforless.ph or call 371-4539 for details. For branches and other information visit their updated website at www.booksforless.ph



New Papemelroti Products for Friendship and More!

• #215-247-2 Asian Countries Scrapbook with silk-screened designs of urban scenes from Asian travels of Papemelroti designer Robert Alejandro. Comes in a variety of sizes and styles. P159 / $4.55
• #1-1276 Prayer Card and Penholder P98 / $2.80
• #131-956-10 Cow Occupation Shelf Sitters with Dentist, Doctor (male or female), Teacher and Cook. Gives a warm homey feel to any office! P298 / $8.52 each
• #201-189 Antique Treasure Boxes available in limited quantities only. Intricately made, ideal as an heirloom. P319 to P899.
• Shoe Bags with silkscreened designs. Black and white effect. Different designs #213-23 (to 25) in sizes 13" x 9" and 16" x 10.75".
• #15-28-3 Box of Laughs to give you something to laugh about every day. Great gift for cheering up your friends or a hospital visit. P39.75 / $1.14
• #131-1224 Clear Glass Crystal Pendant with a creme cord and natural beads. Originally designed by Mindanao artisans. Adjustable cord length for choker effect or long look. One size only. Cord can hang 7" to 12" long, Pendant crystal glass stone is 5/8" in diameter, 10g, Price: P169 / $5 (Also available, Ceramic Swirl variation)
• #1-1271 Knee-mail Wall Plaque is a reminder for your child to pray every night. P179 / $5.12
• #1-1209-1 Angel Doctor is a thoughtful gift for any caring physician. Available too: teacher and nurse. P229 / $6.55
• #1-1269 Bless this Child Cross wall hanging reminds us how blessed we are with our children. Made of durable resin. P129 / $3.69
• Boys Birthmonth Plaques #1-1274(-1 to -12 for each month) for your little son or nephew! Silver accent hanging adds charm to the wallhanging. A new item produced to match our Girls Birthmonth Plaques. All months are available. P79 / $2.26 each.
• Wedding and Baby Picture Frame #1-243 our new offering for wedding and baptism party favors. P98 each. Personalize and put your picture inside!
• More products at the stores!