Today at 2 PM, our temporary but loyal activity Guru, Karen hosted another activity that I have not done before. I was surprised. I enjoyed it so much I was able to do two frames in less than one hour. Karen was assisted by Jan Muto who was in-charged with the glue gun. The above is one of my creation with an old water color AI copy from an original photo of myself and Macrine (RIP) taken in 1982. Below are some of the photos I took during the frame decor activity today.
Jan Muto with her Glue Gun. Thank you, Jan for your Assistance at this Activity
Tingting Cojuangco (b. 1944) is a prominent figure in Philippine society, known for her contributions to education, politics, and cultural preservation. Born into the influential Cojuangco family, she was well-positioned to make significant impacts in various fields. Tingting pursued higher education, earning degrees in history and anthropology, which laid the foundation for her future endeavors. In the 1980s, she became the governor of Tarlac, where she focused on improving local governance and infrastructure. Her tenure was marked by efforts to enhance educational opportunities and promote cultural heritage, reflecting her academic background. Tingting also played a role in national politics, serving as an advisor to President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, where she influenced policy on education and cultural affairs. Throughout her career, Tingting Cojuangco has been a staunch advocate for the preservation of Filipino culture and history, contributing to various cultural and educational initiatives. Her work has left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the Philippines. For Details visit her Wikipedia Page:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tingting_Cojuangco
- Origins and Wealth: The family stems from Co Yuan Hwan (baptized as Martin Cojuangco) who arrived in the Philippines in the 1840s. They built their initial fortune in rice trading and money lending in Tarlac, later expanding into banking and agricultural landholdings like the 6,000-hectare Hacienda Luisita.
- Political Influence: The family has held numerous local and national positions.
- Corazon "Cory" Cojuangco-Aquino: 11th President of the Philippines (1986–1992).
- Benigno "Noynoy" Cojuangco-Aquino III: 15th President of the Philippines (2010–2016).
- José "Peping" Cojuangco Jr.: Former Congressman and influential political figure.
- Business Empire:
- Eduardo "Danding" Cojuangco Jr.: Former Chairman and CEO of San Miguel Corporation, one of the largest food and beverage corporations in Southeast Asia. He was a key crony of Ferdinand Marcos and a member of the "Rolex 12".
- Antonio "Tony Boy" O. Cojuangco Jr.: Former Chairman and President of PLDT.
- Controversies: The family has faced significant controversy regarding their landholdings, specifically the Hacienda Luisita, and the "coco levy" funds managed by Danding Cojuangco during the Marcos era.
- Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski: Equestrienne, actress, and International Olympic Committee (IOC) member.
- Gilbert Cojuangco Teodoro: Lawyer and politician.
- Charlie Cojuangco: Politician (deceased).
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