Department Of Education (DepEd) Should Include Blogging in School Curriculum

Based on the survey result of Social Weather Station, there are approximately 8.4 million Filipinos who are unemployed. And that was about three months ago. Imagine how many individuals and families have meager or no income at all.

Unemployment is a huge problem the government must address. To be fair, the government is doing its best to provide citizens jobs through various agencies including the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), as well as livelihood assistance through the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

If all of their efforts aren’t enough, or some of the programs are ineffective, then the government should find and try new ways that will lead to the reduction of unemployment in the country.

Why don’t the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) try to include blogging in the school curriculum? Why don’t TESDA try to offer basic blogging as a three-month course? Such as basic blogging site building, attaching layouts, how to simple run and etc.

If you only know how it works, blogging is one of the easiest and most effective ways to earn money.

Blogging doesn’t require a diploma. You only need a computer (you can rent one at an internet shop in the neighborhood), an internet connection, and simple english knowledge to start with.

You are your own boss, meaning you’re self-employed; you can manage your time and do the job at home; you can attend to and provide your family’s needs; and you don’t have to leave your loved ones to work abroad just to earn dollars.

I’ve been advocating this for a couple of years already because I know for a fact how hard it is to get a stable job. I’ve worked as a contractual worker in three well-known broadcast companies and as a government employee with a coterminous status and meager salary.

Owner of Coolbuster.net blog site said despite being a college graduate and a professional civil service exam passer, I wasn’t given a permanent job. So I decided to quit to focus on blogging. From there on I was able to earn a dozen times more than what I got in the past sixteen years.  

I know some Filipino bloggers out there who are making money online, around six figures monthly. If you blog and your blog site becomes popular, ads will follow and cash will pour in. You might even surpass their income.

Why don’t you try blogging after reading this post? Don’t waste too much of your time on Facebook. There’s plenty of blogging resources on the web. All you have to do is read and if you already have a know-how, create a blog. By doing so, you help reduce the number of jobless pinoys.

CONFIRMED! TM Malones' SALVI: ANG PAGPADAYON IS NOW VIRAL ONLINE

After creating the Facebook official page of SALVI ANG PAGPADAYON last August 20, 2013 likes are almost 1,000. And these are just few website and other peoples reaction :

From Dalebacar Site Photo Link
Representing the New Breed Category in this year's Sineng Pambansa National Film Festival is this post-apocalyptic tale of Salvi and her journey to find her sister Isabel who was taken away when they were still young. - See more at: http://www.dalebacar.com/2013/08/salvi-ang-pagpadayon-joins-sineng.html?showComment=1377493080710#sthash.391Eyryu.dpuf

From http://syowing.blogspot.com :
Photo linkLast March, SYOWING reported that Malones was filming a movie entitled ISKERDA, now it seems that it was just a working title, now the secret is out; they were filming the full-length version of SALVI.see more at-http://syowing.blogspot.com/2013/08/tm-malones-salvi-ang-pagpadayon-to-be.html

From: http://reneorense.blogspot.com/2013/08/salvi-ang-pagpadayon-teaser.html
From : http://www.frequency.com/video/salvi-ang-pagpadayon-official-trailer/115087436/-/5-2514495

Photo Link

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=106053563


This is something to be proud of Ilonggo! #SalviAngPagpadayon. A Film by TM Malones! I wanna watch this! http://t.co/2XAlRWOC4s— krizeth kim (@krizethk) August 25, 2013

From http://faithloveme.wordpress.com/2013/08/26/salvi-ang-pagpadayon/

I had to google Pagpadayon, given that i don’t speak bisaya (or is this ilonggo? wahh, i am not so sure), and this was the definition presented to me:
keep going / allow to continue or proceed what is being done / let somebody or something to continue, proceed or to go ahead.

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Salvi: Ang Pagpadayon A Film by TM Malones Joins FDCP’S Sineng Pambansa ALL-MASTERS NATIONAL FILMFEST AT SM CINEMAS NATIONWIDE

TM Malones in cooperation with Film Development Council of the Philippines FDCP, Cinematheque Iloilo, Dark Media Creations Production, Big Vain Studios and other Ilonggo artists brings you the new breed of Philippine cinema today. The festival films will be played on a big screen exclusively at SM cinemas all over the Philippines from September 11 to 17 this 2013.

TM Malones graduated from the Central Philippine University in Iloilo City, Philippines with a degree in BSC Marketing. He then took his master's degree in Business Administration from the Ateneo Graduate School of Business in Rockwell, Makati City. In 2008. he started his photography business, specializing in corporate events and weddings. which catered to clients in Metro Manila and Iloilo City. He then enrolled into the International Academy of Film and Television (IAFT) for the Diploma Degree in Filmmaking. 

During his stay in the school, he has both directed and has served as the director of photography for several student films. His short film under 411 Productions entitled "Obra" was a finalist for the Sinulog Film Festival 2012. He finished IAFT with Don Encinareal Technical Excellence Award, Academic Excellence Award and Best Thesis on his film "Salvi".

Salvi: Ang Pagpadayon movie is based on the short film that has been shown last year at Robinsons Galleria and Shangri-la Movie House as one of the entry of Cinema One Original Festival 2012 and also won 1st Place in Sineng Pambansa Iloilo International Film Festival 2013. The story is all about a survivor of a post apocalyptic world, tries to save Isabel, older sister, who was taken away when they were young. 

SALVI : Ang Pagpadayon OFFICIAL TRAILER

You may visit the following facebook page for more updates:

https://www.facebook.com/SalviAngPagpadayon - SALVI OFFICIAL PAGE

https://www.facebook.com/DarkMediaCreations - DARK MEDIA CREATIONS

https://www.facebook.com/Cinemathequeiloilo - CINEMATHEQUE ILOILO

Photo link 

A masters’ master tribute seeks to honor the memory of Celso Ad. Castillo with the showcase of the last film he directed, Bahay ng Lagim. New breed cinema is represented by the debut film from TM Malones, Salvi. A short film competition will have winners each from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Recently restored classics respectively from National Artists Lino Brocka and Manuel Conde, namely, Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag and Genghis Khan are to be likewise screened. Read More at http://eplus.ph/news-and-updates/fdcp%E2%80%99s-all-masters-national-filmfest-sm-cinemas-nationwide#

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Top 10 weird visa applications

  Are applying for a Visa somewhere?  Maybe to work or live out a dream?  Do you know that your reasons for applying do matter when filling up the application or when interviewed?   So, I suggest you put your acts together and make sure it agrees with the laws of the particular country you want access to, thus getting higher chances of getting  approved. 

  We are all unique in any sense, that’s already given, we all have certain hopes in our lives, which might have been inspired from your favourite show, a novel or maybe sparked from an article read in the past.  This somehow, though slim in chance may have pushed us to gain interest in trying our luck and living that glorious aspirations outside the Philippines.  I guess everything is possible now-a-days but then do consider the list I have below, if you are under this spell, and consider this wise.

  Globalvisas.com has put together a list of the ten weirdest applications they have come across in the last 12 months. When asked for their reasons for travel, applicants gave an unusual array of answers - from the illegal, to the unexpected, and the frankly odd.  Global Visas is a private company that helps individuals and businesses wishing to secure visas in the country of their choice.

  According to them, the ten strangest reasons for applying for a visa are the following:

1) A South African man applied for a European visa, by saying he wanted to go to Romania to become a vampire hunter.

2) On his UK visa application, a Brazilian man said he wanted to bring "flamenco to the streets of Norwich".

3) A Russian woman applied for a European visa, so she could work as a prostitute in the Netherlands.

4) An embalmer from Mexico applied for a visa to ply his trade in Spain. When his criminal record was unearthed, the visa was refused.

5) On his European visa a Mali man said he was skilled with a pirogue, and wanted to transfer his skills to gondola driving in Venice.

6) A UK man listed his profession as a dog food taster on his US visa application.

7) A man in the Philippines applied to travel to Australia because he was "evading the local authorities".

8) One woman applying to move from France to the US gave her profession as 'foot model'.

9) A woman applied for a UK visa, saying she had "seasonal work as a zombie" .

10) A Peruvian man applied for a European visa to work as an "alpaca shearer" during "shearing season".

   Note that every country has certain laws and limitations when come to this.   So for an absurd reason of running from the a crime here in Manila, don’t count your luck on it.  If ever you fall into the list or  you are at loss of what better career options to file for, it would be good to seek out professionals who are adept to this kind of application, and those that could assure your visa approval.

  Don’t get into shameful discussions about your reasons and thus getting disappointed on a disapproved application and eventually not finding a vampire or zombies in some countries.

On Global Visas

   Global Visas has won for its clients the most difficult battles as far as visa facilitation is concerned, such as immigration to Australia. The expertise of the Global Visas team allows it to deliver the best quality service in the lodgment of spousal, fiancée, tourist and working visas. The company holds the distinct advantage of having personnel in destination countries as well as constant updating of visa regulations in these areas: the USA, Canada, UK and other parts of Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Asian territories. Visit http://www.globalvisas.com/ for more information.

  

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Robinsons Place in Roxas City Near to Open

Roxas City known as Sea Foods capital of the Philippine is now continuing the region's economic growth. This picture was taken August 7, 2013 and the expected date to complete the said building is on November or December this year. I have noticed that the parking space was so big as well as the building area. 

As to wikipedia, John Gokongwei owner of Robisons Land Corporation and founder of JG Summit Holdings assure the quality and the design of their building and it is like marvel,  it will be the third full-service -Robinsons mall in Western Visayasand the first in Northern Panay. The mall will also have four cinemas, including a 3-D cinema. It will also have an 800-space open parking area. 

The new development is also a testament to Robinsons Malls’ commitment to sustainability. Full-height showcase windows allow mall habitués to take advantage of natural lighting, and green spaces will be strategically placed throughout the development. “These will follow an Asian tropical landscaping design, where areas will be predominantly planted with tropical palms,” said Magtibay. The open parking area will also be landscaped to go with the theme

After this Robinsons Place Roxas Capiz will start to lunch I am sure lot of people will visit and this will be the next one stop shop of every Capizeño's and guest. The mall is located in the heart of Roxas Capiz Pueblo de Panay, Barangay Lawaan just away from the main plaza.

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Unforgettable Dumaguete Day 1

When : July 19-21 ,2013

Hotel: Manhattan Suites, Dumaguete

What: Area Council Meeting (JCI Philippines)

I was up as early as five am  July 19,2013  not a very usual day because I was looking forward to a trip going to a place where I have not been before. I was very excited for so many reasons, first I get to have a time for myself, these past few weeks of having no nanny with us simply drained everything out of me. And luckily my husband is very supportive of the idea that I should get a vacation without them. Second reason, the people that I get to go with. Third reason is the meeting (hehe) and the Last Reason is that I get to visit a new place and I heard Dumaguete is very nice.

A ten minute taxi trip from our house to a port where the ferry boat going to Bacolod is our meeting place. Bought a round trip ticket for the four of us, single ticket for Php 435.00 while the round trip ticket is only Pph 665.00 each. 

Photo Link of Weesam 

See Weesam site  for more info here

After an hour we reached Bacolod,our ride is waiting for us Thanks to Pres Kay , AVP RJ and of course Pres Lucky. We decided to have coffee first before our long travel.

10 o'clock in the morning we started to go. Its very nice it seems very green y in this part of the world. Bacolod City has wider roads compared to Iloilo City but I know Our Honorable Mayor is working on it now. 

A 6 hour drive Is very boring but not when you are with Audrae and Essy. They started talking when Pres Lucky started her car. An hour later  they are still talking and we cant help it but laugh to whatever topic they feel to argue with. Funny Audre  complained of her headache. They never stopped we reached Dumaguete 4 in the afternoon with flying colors. Until we put our things and bags inside our hotel room the two of them never stopped talking and laughing. Our first day is intended for a City Tour. But First I want you to see our Hotel a very affordable one (see photo below) P1182 per night,we are 4 so its very cheap. 

Visit Manhattan Suites Inn facebook site for more info

A pose inside the lobby of our hotel before our exploration of the city begins.

Cafe Mamia found at the corner of San Jose and Sta. Catalina Sts. is a very cozy place to have your coffee or even dine. They serve really good food.

You should try their House Iced Tea. Delicious.

After enjoying our dinner we decided to have our coffee in a different place,of course after we settled bill.

So here we are at Sans Rival Bistro, just along Rizal boulevard. we finally got a taste of the so called Silvanas,coffee as expected are excellent in here.

What a place to have a chat with your friends. It feels like home away from home.

Day 1 is almost over. We were ready to go back to our hotel and take a rest and prepare for another daycation.

(by: haycia)

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Artful Sculptures Await Ironman Champions

The victory of being the strongest and fastest among the Cobra Ironman 70.3 Philippines contenders shall come with an exceptional trophy envisioned by internationally renowned designer Kenneth Cobonpue, and crafted by the metal artisans of Suarez and Son.

Photo Link and credit to Globe Site

The trophies feature flowing metal figures, which showcase the three categories in triathlon. These perfectly represent the movement involved in the sport, and each is plated with gold, silver, and bronze. The figures rest on a wooden base for the female division and on a metal base for the male division.

And since this year’s ironman shall be held in Mactan Shangri-La on August 4, it is fitting to showcase the artistry of these world-class Cebuanos through these commemorative prizes.

“When Kenneth was tapped to design the trophies, his obvious choice as the manufacturer of the trophies was us, since are known not just in Cebu but nationwide to be the leader in the metal crafts industry,” says Sales & Marketing Director Gia Suarez.

It is interesting to note that Suarez and Son also made the trophies for the Ironman competition last year as well.

A Legacy as Strong as Iron

Stronger than the physique of these Ironman athletes is the legacy behind Suarez and Son. The superior metal craftsmanship of the company has a long history dating back to 1953.

“Our father started this engraving and stamping business 60 years ago.  He made the Suarez name synonymous nationwide with quality emblematic jewelry and metal crafts because of his passion for perfection, a keen eye for detail, good taste and entrepreneurial spirit.  He has inspired us to continue his legacy for many more generations to come,” says Rafael Suarez.

Today, after the evolution of technology in the field of metal crafts, Suarez and Son continue to stay true to its tradition of excellence in quality and artistry. This dedication has upheld their reputation as the top supplier of commemorative school and corporate rings, trophies, emblems, plaques, and other metal crafts all over the country. Students from all over the Philippines treasure their college memorabilia created by Suarez and Son.

Included in their long list of projects are Coca-cola’s commemorative pins and bottle markers for its 100^th anniversary, Avon’s brass miniature liberty bells to mark its centennial anniversary, a pure gold medallion for the King of Thailand, the medals for the 1995 and 2005 Southeast Asian Games, and the commemorative Pedro Calungsod coins, which were brought to the pope for the saint’s canonization.

According to Suarez, the secret behind their continued success is the passion for outstanding workmanship that drives all stakeholders of the company.

“It is important to have workers who are not just highly trained but who also enjoy what they are doing and take pride in being part of a team that manufactures world class metal products. Once you have workers with this training and mindset, it is easy for us make sure that quality is maintained through quality control procedures in every department,” says Gia Suarez.

Now on its 60^th year, Suarez and Son has placed its commitment and legacy of metal craftsmanship in the making of the Cobra Ironman 70.3 trophies. And just as how each of their clients still hold their Suarez-made memorabilia in their respective homes, the winners of this triathlon shall surely have these trophies to always remember this significant victory.

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Hiring a Wedding Photographer

Hiring a wedding photographer may seem like a simple task, but choosing someone to capture all the moments and details of that special day can be much more difficult than most couples realize. The professional you select will create a photographic record that will be treasured by your family for generations, and making this decision is a critical step in the wedding-planning process.  In some instances, hiring the wrong person might not only result in poor wedding photos, but could also have a negative effect on your entire wedding day (for example, imagine a sloppy-looking photographer running around, blocking the guests' view and constantly distracting you from enjoying your day).

One of the most common and unfortunate mistakes couples make is hiring a family friend or an enthusiastic relative to photograph the day.  Some may even ask guests to take as many photos as possible with the hope of piecing together an album composed of candid shots, most of which are unusable.  Keep in mind that even with the proper equipment, taking a picture in a wedding properly is a daunting task requiring significant experience, the finesse' to be virtually invisible, and most importantly the talent and artistic vision to capture the memorable details and emotions of your wedding day. It is certainly not a job for the faint of heart.  

How, then, does one choose an accomplished, professional wedding photographer? The key items to consider are your personal preferences in photography, your budget for the event, and the professional relationship and chemistry you have (or don't have) with the photographer.

Malones Photography

Wedding photography is usually classified as traditional, photo journalistic (candid), and artistic.  There is a wealth of information online regarding these categories, if you would like more explanation of each.  Although some photographers may declare that they are "hardcore photojournalists" (the current buzz-word in the wedding photo industry), I believe that a good wedding photographer must be able to do all the styles equally well. It is important to review a good selection of the photographer's work, and you should love most (if not everything) you see.  You should insist on viewing complete wedding albums to see how your final album could look.  









If you don't feel an emotional connection with the photos, you need to hire a wedding photographer may seem like a simple task, but choosing someone to capture all the moments and details of that special day can be much more difficult than most couples realize. The professional you select will create a photographic record that will be treasured by your family for generations, and making this decision is a critical step in the wedding-planning process.  In some instances, hiring the wrong person might not only result in poor wedding photos, but could also have a negative effect on your entire wedding day (for example, imagine a sloppy-looking photographer running around, blocking the guests' view and constantly distracting you from enjoying your day). Beside picture is credit to Malones Photography, see more of their pictures here. 

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Global Visas Testimonial

Many claim that it is east to apply for a tourist visa in the internet, as long as your documents are complete and accurate, either with a non-immigrant (tourist) visa or an immigrant one. However many are comply and still struggle with the application procedures and some have been denied. Statistics say that US embassy receive some 210,000 non-immigrant visa applications, which is about 700-1,000 applications a days. An approximate of 30 percent were disapproved for various reasons.

Getting a visa means passing through a scrutinizing and tedious process, without the assurance of having your passport stamped for approval.  However, having a reliable third party assistance can always come in handy, especially for those people who don’t have the time to manage everything.   Agencies like Global Visas are always ready to aid you in the process and provide you with much needed counselling.

Global Visas’ clients would attest to this.  One would be Charina Tan, a businesswoman who has intended her parents to visit the US for pleasure and to visit their relatives based in US.   She found out about Global Visas’ Facebook site when she was searching for the best travel and immigration agency in the web.  She then was led to the website and has contacted the telephone number indicated.  To make the long story short, her application for B2 visa for her parents were granted with multiple entry visa.  Her parents have been to the US just last year.

L to R: Divina Calinawan (Client Account Manager), GV client Charina Tan

Pearl Susas (Sales Consultant)

According to her, no problems were met along the process.  “I find the system easy, for Ms. Divina did everything for us, including the processing of the documents.  She found means to get everything done,” Ms. Tan said.  That is why she had been referring friends and relatives to the company who wish to visit other countries requiring visas.

More about Global Visas:

Global Visas helps individuals and businesses wishing to secure visas in the country of their choice. By offering professional advice from case managers who are fully regulated by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC), Global Visas is able to increase the chances of someone securing a visa. Applying for a visa can be a stressful, often confusing and very time consuming procedure. 

Global Visas offers its clients the opportunity to improve their chances of securing a visa by providing advocacy and expert knowledge, taking away the hassle to enable them to complete the application process from start to finish. Today Global Visas has offices worldwide and deals with work visas, employment issues and relocations across the globe. 

Visit: www.globalvisas.com for more information

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How to Avail Rent to Own House and Lot in Iloilo?

When you are aiming to own your dream home but do not have enough money for a deposit then rent to buy houses can be a good option for you. Rent to buy houses is what you need to seize in order to achieve your desired homes. You do not need to forever rent and suffer from the non-stop increase of rent because rent to buy houses will save you from that misery of renting.

When getting a rent to buy houses you have to know all the details of the deal from your vendor or it might be a good option if you have some legal advisory so everything will be ironed out to prevent possible problems. Rent to buy houses can also be a good option if you are an investor wanting to invest in a property, you can get positive cash flow properties without the need of a huge deposit from Rent to buy houses. Rent to buy houses really is a great deal, which you do not have to borrow money from other people or get a loan from that bank which has higher interest rates. Owning your dream home or positive cash flow properties is a good investment that you will have for life and that it is easy now to have it today because of Rent to buy houses.

How to Avail Rent to Own House and Lot in Iloilo?

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Below are both available rent to own house located in iloilo city, Philippines. See more details:

RENT-TO-OWN (CLEAN TITLE)

2 BEDROOMS

Price: P1.8 Million

*Fully Furnished

*2 Bedrooms

*kitchen extension

*1 bathroom

*car provision

Rent to own: P30,000/ Month payable for 60 months or 5 years

or loanable to PAG-IBIG or Bank Financing

Location: Savannah Glen A Pulo Maestra Vita, Oton

Amenities:

24-Hours Security

Safe and FLOOD FREE subdivision

Club house

Georgia International School Academy

Savannah Iloilo or Camella Communities. A few minutes away to Iloilo International Airport, prestigious schools in Iloilo and Commercial Centers.

Savannah Iloilo the New City now rising!

For more information or house visit please call or text: Fina Olivar 09162852682.

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How to put adsense ads anywhere in blogspot post with different ads sizes 2013?

My free downloaded template was just adapted from wordpress but I am proudly using blogger. I will explain exactly based on my experience, the first instruction is the standard placement of ads below the title post and the second instruction is how to combine different adsense ads sizes anywhere blogger or blogspot post. There are many versions in the web but I will explain what I had experienced in my blog site with the new 2013 blogger interface html box code and without expand widget templates option.

How to put adsense ads below your title post in blogspot?

1. Copy your adsense ads.

2. You may search in google below "parse code for blogger" or simple visit blogcrowds and parse your adsense code. 

3. Secure your parsed code and/or save to notepad.

4. Go to blogger.com then on your blog site go to template.

5. Click backup/restore and download full template for backup purposes.

6. After that click Edit HTML.

7. Put your mouse cursor inside the HTML box and hit CTRL+F  or Command+F on your keyboard. A search box will appears in the upper right corner of the html box.

8. Now type the "<data:post.body/>" without the quotes and press enter. (Note there are four (4) separate <data:post.body/>) 

9. Find all four "<data:post.body/>" and change to your new code below. 

<!-- start of code-->

<div align='center'>

<div expr:id='&quot;aim1&quot; + data:post.id'/>

<div style='clear:both; margin:10px 0'>

(PASTE YOUR PARSE CODE HERE)

</div>

<div expr:id='&quot;aim2&quot; + data:post.id'>

<data:post.body/>

</div>

<script type='text/javascript'>

var obj0=document.getElementById(&quot;aim1<data:post.id/>&quot;);

var obj1=document.getElementById(&quot;aim2<data:post.id/>&quot;);

var s=obj1.innerHTML;

var r=s.search(/\x3C!-- adsense --\x3E/igm);

if(r&gt;0) {obj0.innerHTML=s.substr(0,r);obj1.innerHTML=s.substr(r+16);}

</script></div>

<!--End of code-->

10. Last, click save template and check the adsense ads it should automatically appear below all your blog post title.

How to put different adsense ads size in blogger of blogspot posts?

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1. You should executed the instruction above first before you will proceed here. (If done proceed to number two)

2. Try to click and edit your blog post then click the html mode beside compose tab.

3. Copy this "<!-- adsense -->" without quotes and put anywhere in your blog post. (Note: the ads size that will appears in <!-- adsense --> is the one you have parsed and paste inside your html template) 

4. If you want to add new adsense ads size simple go to to your adsense account, then My ads tabs and pick your desired ads then paste anywhere in your blog post.

If there is any problem feel free to comment below or contact me. Hope this post will help specially to those who are blogger or blogspot users that wants to put their adsense ads anywhere in blog posts.

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