Monthly Archives: July 2012

Impact of new social media

Posted on July 31, 2012 by normitafenn

In today’s era of social media, Twitter, Facebook and blogs have impacted the way people channel information.In Twitter, there’s a limit of 140 characters which forces me to get to the point quickly with the goal of getting ‘my followers’ … Continue reading →

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A cup of Facebook rewards

Posted on July 30, 2012 by normitafenn

Good day, friends, bright sunshine in my side of the world of Facebook. Yesterday, I caught one of the ‘shares’ from my niece Theresa about how Facebook enabled us to meet every day – family that we rarely see are now … Continue reading →

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My town, my community

Posted on July 27, 2012 by normitafenn

Today I’m writing about my community, surrounded by loving people at home and around the world, guided by the legacy of our faith, bound by a common thread of cultures and traditions, connected by the memories of youth, and inspired … Continue reading →

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A moment of reverence

Posted on July 27, 2012 by normitafenn

Normita Fenn I was invited by Bobby Soriano, the coordinator of the National Annual Filipino Pilgrimage for Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage (Our Lady of Antipolo), to be a lector at the pilgrimage mass on June 26, 2010.  … Continue reading →

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My dream fulfilled

Posted on July 27, 2012 by normitafenn

This was the very first blog entry, dated August 6, 2010 – read on… Normita Fenn I am writing this on the first day as a matriculated student at UMass Amherst – School of Journalism’s Certificate in Journalism Program. Thanks … Continue reading →

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My treasure box

Posted on July 27, 2012 by normitafenn

Normita Fenn Update: Jan. 10, 2018 Whether we care to admit it or not, we all have a treasure box of  ‘worldly’ possessions prominently stored somewhere in the house. Inside every box are favorite jewelries, designer clothes with matching purses, … Continue reading →

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Reflections on my brother

Posted on July 27, 2012 by normitafenn

Normita Fenn Life’s challenges come in many different forms – poor health, death in the family, lack of money, family issues, loss of a friend, career changes – these are challenges that have touched me with varying intensity. Every day … Continue reading →

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The joys and perils of Facebook

Posted on July 17, 2012 by normitafenn

Having been away from my native home for almost 50 years made Facebook even more engaging for me. For the past several years, I have met many people on Facebook. The postings of inspirations, photos and news have enriched my … Continue reading →

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