3 wins for GenSan News Online Mag at Philippine Blog Awards! (updated)
The unexpected happened on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the 2009 Philippine Blog Awards Awarding Ceremony, the concluding activity of the 3rd Mindanao Bloggers Summit at the Pearlmont Hotel, along Limketkai Drive in Cagayan de Oro City.
Most of GenSan News Online Mag‘s readers know that this blog has been nominated in the CHIKKA Readers’ Choice Award for Mindanao of the PBA and there was less than 5 days for people to vote for it via Text Messaging.
With that limited time, Bariles was able to post an article about it, and put the link on his Facebook, Plurk, Twitter, Multiply and Friendster accounts. He informed his friends via email and notified his yahoogroups Notre Dame Highschool 1978 and the GenSan Generals in the Middle East . He also wrote to his Google Groups GenSan Camera Club, the Soccsksargen Bloggers Group and the Mindanao Bloggers E-group.
Bariles believed that if people liked what he has done with GenSan News Online Mag, then surely they will show their appreciation with their text votes! He even coined the phrase, “A vote for Bariles is a vote for GenSan!” to drive home his point. And Bariles left it at that.
On Saturday evening, the night after the deadline of the text voting, Bariles went up the stage after Juned Sonico, of the Philippine Blog Awards announced to a jampacked hall of Pearlmont Hotel in Cagayan de Oro that due to an overwhelming lead in the text voting, GENSAN NEWS ONLINE MAG is the CHIKKA READERS’ CHOICE AWARDEE for Mindanao!!!
"Bariles receiving the prize for GenSan News Online Mag's win as CHIKKA READERS' CHOICE AWARDEE from Philippine Blog Award's Juned Sonico."
Whoa! Bariles was holding back his tears when negotiating the short distance from his table to the stage. He was very proud, to say the least and felt vindicated for the almost two years of hard work on his blog about his beloved city. Looking out into the crowd, he beamed. He really beamed!
But that was not all. After a few minutes, Juned Sonico called the 10 names for the Globe Tatoo Digital Tribe Awardees for Mindanao, and yes, you are right! Bariles was again summoned up the stage to receive his SECOND AWARD! Other awardees were Oliver Robillo, ChiQ Montes, Migs Hipolito, Councilor Peter Lavina, Lyle Santos, Chattee Lara, Ria Jose, Bob Martin, and Andrew dela Serna.
"Bariles together with the 9 other recipients of the GLOBE TATOO Digital Tribe Award - Mindanao, Influencers and Movers of the Blogging Community."
Bariles was mega ecstatic over his double win and went back to his seat to relax and enjoy the rest of the evening. He was only about to warm his seat when the familiar announcement, “…and the award goes to “GENSAN NEWS ONLINE MAG” reverberated inside the hall again!!! This time, it is Google Philippines’ Aileen Apolo calling out the winner for the “BEST DESTINATION BLOG AWARD for Mindanao.“
"Bariles receiving his 3rd award, The Best Destination Blog in Mindanao, from his good friend and soon-to-blushing-bride, Google Philippines' Aileen Apolo."
When given the microphone to say something, Bariles was speechless. He would have wanted to share a wisecrack, say something witty or funny, being the natural comedian that he is but nothing came out. All he could muster, after suppressing the tears that he was holding back for quite sometime now, was the awkward shout, “PARA SA GENSAN!”, while raising his 3rd trophy.
"Bariles and his trophies at the Philippine Blog Awards 2009- Mindanao."
And so with those unexpected wins, please allow Bariles to thank the following: (List to be updated later with links and additions… Sorry, hina na memory.)
- The Lord God Almighty.
- The 2009 Philippine Blog Awards Team, led by Juned Sonico.
- The 3rd Mindanao Bloggers Summit Team, led by ChiQ Montes.
- The Mindanao Bloggers Convenor, Blogie Robillo and his team.
- The 4 other co-founders of the Soccsksargen Bloggers:
- His ever-supported-till-the-very-end brother Orman Manansala of www.gandaeversomuch.com, who wrote a TOUCHING POST on this development.
- His Adsense teacher, Lyle Santos and his supportive gf, Brendel Balaga.
- The faithful readers and subscribers of GenSan News Online Magazine. And yes, the lively and raucous commenters too!
- The Soccsksargen Bloggers, especially the more active ones who are always ready with their presence during meet-ups, plurk fiestas, eyeballs!
- The plurk fiesta sponsors of the GenSan Bloggers.
- The Blog Contest Sponsors of GenSan News Online Mag, especially Mr. Michael Wee of Dreamwork Ventures and owner of the soon-to-open in Robinsons’ Grab A Crab Resto and Coffee Club 101.
- Mr. Leonard Pe and the rest of his supportive colleagues at the CMO and up there at the SP.
- His boss, the incumbent chief executive who was instrumental to the grand success that is the 2nd Mindanao Bloggers Summit which Bariles spearheaded.
- The lady representative of the 1st District of South Cotabato, who has been a faithful reader all these months.
- His Facebook, Multiply and Plurk Friends, Fans and Followers… you know who you are.
- His bloggers friends from Soccsksargen and GenSan; Cagayan de Oro; the whole of Mindanao; and Manila… you know who you are.
- His late parents, Avelino and Maria for the inspiration and for instilling in him the virtue of patience and humility. And beauty for that matter. (lol)
- And the last but not the least, YOU, the reader of GenSan News Online Mag who was able to put up with it for almost two years.
To all of you, MARAMING SALAMAT at isang MAS MAGANDANG GENSAN!!!!
Note: Here is the complete set of winners of the 2009 Philippine Blog Awards – Mindanao.
- Best Business Blog – Negosyo Ideas
- Best Beauty Blog – The Doctor is Vain
- Mindanao Bloggers Choice – Davao Base
- Mindanao Advocacy Blog – Peace Initiatives in Socsargen
- Mindanao Destination Blog – GenSan News Online Mag
- Uniquely Mindanao Blog – Hola Zamboanga
- CHIKKA Readers’ Choice – GenSan News Online Mag
- Globe Tattoo DIGITAL TRIBE Awardees:
Here is a short video of the 2009 Philippine Blog Awards-Mindanao courtesy of fellow honoree Ryann Elumba of HOLA ZAMBOANGA.
Related posts:
- About Bariles
- Gen. Santos City: TUNA CAPITAL
- Bariles Republic votes for Batang Yagit at the Philippine Blog Awards
- Hangaroo – GenSan Edition
- Welcome to the new GenSan News Online Mag!
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Bariles is a Filipino word for “Tuna”, the primary source of income of the people of General Santos City which hosts 6 of the Philippines’ 8 tuna canneries and more than 80% of its tuna processing plants.
orman Says:
bongga ever so much! humanda ang bariles next year at rarampa ang ganda! CONGRATULATIONS!
.-= orman´s last blog ..Grand Slam Win For Kuya Avel =-.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 5:50 PM
blue seagull Says:
congrats! you are indeed more than qualified to win those awards.;)
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 6:15 PM
Grace Says:
Congrats, Sir Bariles! Kay Oman pala yung Ganda Ever So Much! Keep up the good work!
.-= Grace´s last blog ..Multiply Gives In =-.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 6:55 PM
Grace Says:
Mali, Orman pala. hehe. Congrats ulit for all the awards. Grand Slam
.-= Grace´s last blog ..Multiply Gives In =-.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 6:57 PM
Arlene Says:
CONGRATULATIONS, AVEL! (banana dance) you deserve all these awards. God really be praised for endowing you your talent in this.
Wala lagi ko diha sa imong enumerated prends! bitaw joke. I liked this post to the post i made just now.
.-= Arlene´s last blog ..I Was There =-.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 7:21 PM
A Blogger’s Event | Joys in Life Says:
[...] 9 PBA awardees for 2009 in Mindanao. Everyone was happy for them. You may check out Avel’s post about his 3 [...]
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 7:31 PM
Gay Says:
Congrats Avel! You especially deserved the Best Destination Blog Award. I learned about Gensan and became excited in coming over here for the job offer. Cheers!!!
.-= Gay´s last blog ..This one’s a “tsokolate eh”! Giveaways for my readers!!! =-.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 7:42 PM
delo Says:
Congrats…this is indeed for the Generals!
Keep on moving our world!
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 8:17 PM
Patrice Says:
You have come along way! From the banana que to CDO Awards Night! Truly you deserve the triple treat!!!!!
Cheers!
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 8:56 PM
jed sumampong Says:
Congratulations Bro.,you deserved all that worthy awards, keep up the good works for gensan. God bless you.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 8:56 PM
Gwynee Says:
CONGRATULATIONS!!! (Wowowee style, HAHA)
You deserve these awards, Sir. Keep it up! =)
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 9:06 PM
Eric : BlogDemanila : Philippine Blog Says:
with the hard work that you’ve put in making this proud site, you really deserved all those awards!
keep it up!
.-= Eric : BlogDemanila : Philippine Blog´s last blog ..Blogger Outage! =-.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 9:49 PM
Jim Says:
Congratulations, Avel! 2010 uli!
But watch out, Orman is out to get those awards from you next year hehehe
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 9:53 PM
honey caragos Says:
Congratulations Avel!!!!!
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 10:20 PM
arfel Says:
Hey Avel, congratulations! i am truly immensely happy and proud for you! mabuhay ka at mabuhay ang gensan!
arfel
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 10:28 PM
Ache Says:
Aru malago ka talaga ache!!! Keep up the good work! Will always be behind you
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 11:17 PM
SAMIEL Says:
congrats po!!!
yiiieeee!
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 11:21 PM
hecky Says:
if only i could draw the joy in my heart, i would have to, so that I can share my very best expression of congratulation to you Bariles…
KEEP MOVING MAGANDANG GENSAN…
.-= hecky´s last blog ..Soccsksargen Bloggers get-together at Robinsons Place in General Santos City =-.
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 11:35 PM
fahdingding Says:
CONGRATULATIONS BARILES!
CONGRATULATIONS to all GENERALS!
Magandang GENSAN at Mabuhay tayong lahat!
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 11:50 PM
fahdingding Says:
Galing, Galing, Galing…
HEADLINER talaga ang GENSAN!
Good Job Kuya Avel..Dala2 mo bandera ng GENSAN!
Posted on October 26th, 2009 at 11:53 PM
Jaypee Says:
Congratulations! More power to you and your blog.
.-= Jaypee´s last blog ..Weekend Roundup #58 =-.
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 1:08 AM
edvee Says:
great job Avel! am proud of u man!
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 4:03 AM
bong sarm Says:
Magaling, Magaling! Cheers!
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 6:24 AM
fahdingding Says:
PROUD Again to be a GENERAL…
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 7:42 AM
melinda b. betaizar Says:
Congrats…you made it to the top…I’m so proud of you. Godspeed!
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 9:06 AM
dasoy Says:
congratulations… you deserved it… even before this Philippine Blog awards! keep on blogging, marami pang silent majority who really appreciate what you are doing…
.-= dasoy´s last blog ..KKC Holds Community Consultation Meeting at Brgy Gasi, Kiamba, Sarangani Province =-.
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 9:16 AM
meanne Says:
KUDOS! to the best friend of the world! overwhelming!!! we celebrate with you, kiddo!
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 9:45 AM
Rea Says:
congrats to the highest level sir avel! as in! wuhooooo. so glad to hear all these!
keep it up!
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 10:05 AM
Lyle Says:
Congratulations, Avel! When I read the special awards for Mindanao, I knew you were going to nab most of it.
The Generals are lucky to have someone like you – a blogger who truly cares about his city.
Again, my warmest congratulations to you and the Generals!
.-= Lyle´s last blog ..Astro Boy Movie PLURK Design =-.
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 10:33 AM
BrAvO SiX Says:
congratulation sir avel……. more awards for GenSan News Online Mag
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 10:39 AM
gboy Says:
Congrats Sir Avel! Keep it up
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 4:40 PM
white knight Says:
Well deserved and congrats to the four co-founders of this blog site! The Gensan News Online Mag Award represents the entire Generals populace and bloggers as well and these makes more special.
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 6:51 PM
Nette Barroso Says:
CONGRATS! You deserve it…. ” There can be no joy of life without joy of work ”
– St. Thomas Aquinas
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 8:09 PM
Sleepless In KL Says:
congratulations! and kudos for all your efforts to continue putting gensan in the limelight.
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 11:46 PM
tito Says:
Saludo ako!!! Galing mo talaga ‘Vel… Congrats!!!
Posted on October 27th, 2009 at 11:56 PM
Mikko Says:
Congrats ng super dami! Panalo ang General!
Juned Sunido ata. Hehehe.
.-= Mikko´s last blog ..NetworkManager bug fixed on Ubuntu 9.10 Release Candidate =-.
Posted on October 28th, 2009 at 12:13 AM
orman Says:
ayan ha may thanksgiving and victory party ka na tonight. CONGRATULATIONS! PALAKPAKAN!!! kita kits!
.-= orman´s last blog ..Victory & Thanksgiving Party Tonight =-.
Posted on October 28th, 2009 at 12:23 AM
Tale Says:
Congratulations! You make the Generals proud! Here’s to more successful years for Bariles! Love you Bariles!!!
Posted on October 28th, 2009 at 8:41 AM
gensanite Says:
indeed, you are doing God’s work with this blog, KUYA AVEL… this blog now serves a higher purpose as you bring our beloved gensan/dadiangas to the world; and this serves as an avenue for the generals from all over to converge and be informed of the happenings and goings in our beloved city… keep on blogging, KUY!!! here’s to more awards!!! cheers!!!
Posted on October 28th, 2009 at 12:51 PM
Brendel Says:
I’m so proud of you, Avel! And sobrang winner ang acceptance speech mo. Para sa Gensan!!!
Posted on October 28th, 2009 at 2:48 PM
faust Says:
GENSAN ROCKS!!! wee… my warmest congratulations.. and kudos..
.-= faust´s last blog ..Thank You CDO Bloggers! =-.
Posted on October 29th, 2009 at 7:31 AM
elmerceq Says:
Congratz partz. Keep up the good work. Cheers to Bariles!
.-= elmerceq´s last blog ..Update on the GSC Youth Achiever’s Award 2009 =-.
Posted on October 29th, 2009 at 8:31 AM
Joana Says:
Congratulations, Sir Avel!
The Generals are blessed to have you!
Blog on…
Posted on October 29th, 2009 at 10:41 AM
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Posted on October 29th, 2009 at 2:04 PM
ark Says:
Congrats Sir Avel. Ang layo na ng narating nmo at ng site na ito. Isa ka ng alamat!
.-= ark´s last blog ..Pacquiao/Cotto 24/7 Episode 1 =-.
Posted on October 29th, 2009 at 4:23 PM
rosilie Says:
You are always a winner to us but we are much prouder with the awards. Galing – galing naman! Sorry, we missed your party. mwa mwa mwa!!!!!!!
Best wishes only from me and my other blogs:
http://www.wackyknitkin.com
http://www.limitlessadventure.com
http://www.teeachertechiesays.com
Posted on October 29th, 2009 at 7:52 PM
none_air Says:
To the next level na talaga! Wala akong masabi kundi PARA SA GENSAN! Congrats kuya Avel.
Posted on October 29th, 2009 at 7:59 PM
orman Says:
hala in fairness nakaluha ako sa video portion ni kuya avel…
.-= orman´s last blog ..Nauna na Kaming nag-Undas =-.
Posted on October 30th, 2009 at 8:27 AM
lelen zab (cda) Says:
grabe manay avel, grandslam ka! maiyak iyak ako sa pag accept mo ng award kase parang nakikita kong naiiyak ka na talaga. ni hindi ko narinig boses mo sa acceptance speech mo
super galing! thank you for keeping us updated with gensan news. more power! God bless.
(ps. i love it when God comes first in everything!) To God be the Glory!
Posted on October 30th, 2009 at 10:09 AM
brVince Says:
Congrats! You deserve those awards
Kuya Avel, sunduin mo ako sa airport ha, hahahah!
Posted on October 30th, 2009 at 3:42 PM
pinoyislands Says:
congrats sir !!! sa madaming award galing talga ng site na to
.-= pinoyislands´s last blog ..Apl. de. Ap – Allan Lindo Pineda =-.
Posted on November 5th, 2009 at 7:35 AM
bariles Says:
To all who left congratulatory messages, to all who have been supportive since the start, and to all who acknowledged this blog’s good fortune, my heartfelt and sincere thanks!
You have all been awesome!!!! I love you all guys!
Posted on November 5th, 2009 at 8:25 AM
ikang Says:
MUCH CONGRATULATIONS SIR BARILES!!!
MORE POWER.. GODBLESS!!!
.-= ikang´s last blog ..Philosophy of Life =-.
Posted on November 5th, 2009 at 8:56 AM
jec Says:
Mabuhay ka Sir Avel! Keep up the good work…………..
Posted on November 5th, 2009 at 9:16 PM
Jinky Says:
this is rather late pero sobrang congratulations talaga pare galing sa amin ni Arnel.
We’re really, really proud and honored na naging kaibigan namin kayo!
Posted on November 7th, 2009 at 8:57 AM
richard Says:
hi sir. how are you? i really missed a lot. i just came from my email and stumbled in this post. i wasn’t able to bloghop for 2-3 months. i missed the summit! btw, congrats sir for 3 awards. deserving ka it worth the time you spend to GENSAN news online mag. more awards soon! you’re step closer to the Philippine Blog Awards. hehe.
GOD bless…
Posted on November 8th, 2009 at 11:04 AM
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Posted on November 8th, 2009 at 10:24 PM
faust Says:
ang galing ni kuya avel… weee……..
.-= faust´s last blog ..Thank You CDO Bloggers! =-.
Posted on November 12th, 2009 at 2:01 PM
dimaks Says:
this is a bit late to convey my greetings for winning the 3 awards in the recent blog awards – CONGRATULATIONS! well deserved reward and recognition for all your hard works in this blog.
.-= dimaks´s last blog ..Google Doodle: Sesame Street Doodle Images =-.
Posted on November 16th, 2009 at 11:15 PM
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