[Goanet] Condolences

2016-05-07 Thread Domnic Fernandes
. Good-bye my friend. We will miss you. Deep condolences to the family. Domnic Fernandes

[Goanet] Looking for

2016-02-23 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Am looking for Aruldas Ambrose or his wife Regina or son Ronald. He worked for EAP in Saudi Aramco and took early retirement about ten years ago. Thanks for the help. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes

[Goanet] The 147th birth anniversary of Ven. Agnelo D'Souza

2016-01-20 Thread Domnic Fernandes
and for the beatification of Ven. Agnelo D'Souza. Thank you. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8805237604

Re: [Goanet] VRR and DPFF

2015-10-05 Thread Domnic Fernandes
in at least some part of the US). VRR has been a > mentor to quite a few of us here. Needless to say he is still busy writing > and his high energy levels put us to shame. > > Also to Domnic Fernandes who has a book release, birthday and village feast > all rolled into today (Sund

[Goanet] Goanet's 21st birthday

2015-08-28 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Congratulations on Goanet's 21st birthday. Keep going Herman, Frederick and Bosco. Cheers! Moi-Mogan, Domnic Fernandes

[Goanet] Prayers alone can help beatification of Fr. Agnelo: Bishop Theodore

2015-01-22 Thread Domnic Fernandes
The following article appeared today on the Navhind Times: MAPUSA: The Auxiliary Bishop of Ranchi, Fr. Theodore Mascarenhas, has said that perseverance in prayers alone can help in the speedy beatification of Venerable Fr. Agnelo. If miracles are falling short to be recognized for his

[Goanet] 146th Birth Anniversary (Jayanthi) of Ven. Agnelo

2015-01-20 Thread Domnic Fernandes
The novenas in preparation of Ven. Agnelo's birth anniversary began on January 12 and end today, January 20, 2015 at St. John the Baptist Chapel, Gaumvaddi, Anjuna. On Jayanthi day, January 21, the solemn High Mass will start at 4:15 pm. The main celebrant is Rt. Rev. Dr. Theodore Mascarenhas,

[Goanet] Bishop Dominic: The death of eight women forced sterilisation is devastating

2014-11-14 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Mumbai, November 11, 2014: Eight women died and more than 25 are in serious condition after undergoing sterilisation at a state-run medical facility in the village of Pendari (Bilaspur District, Chhattisgarh).Speaking to AsiaNews about the event, Bishop Dominic Savio Fernandes, auxiliary

Re: [Goanet] Need word in Konkani‏

2014-10-14 Thread Domnic Fernandes
), and the Portuguese word for bread is pão though some write it as pao, which is fine. Please correct me if I am wrong. Thank you. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8805237604

[Goanet] North Goans marrying South Goans‏

2014-10-07 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Recently (July 2011), my daughter married a boy from Dramapur. Moi-mogan, Domnic FernandesGaumvaddi, AnjunaMob: 8805237604 Cecil Pinto says: But rarely does a South Goan marry a North Goan This Sashtikar has two daughters-in-law from Anjuna and Bastorarespectively

[Goanet] LAVY PINTO

2014-09-19 Thread Domnic Fernandes
at the metric distance. Hand timing was used until 1973, starting in 1974 fully automatic timing was used. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8805237604

[Goanet] Lavy Pinto

2014-09-18 Thread Domnic Fernandes
for a number of years. They have carved out a name for the Goans that posterity will remember. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8805237604

[Goanet] PE. JOSEPH VAZ SAINTHOOD FOR GOA OR SRI LANKA?‏

2014-09-14 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dear Stephen, Don't you think we should have posed this question when he was declared Blessed in Sri Lanka? What about Mother Teresa who is of Albanian origin but was declared the Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta and will be declared the saint of Calcutta, India? Domnic

[Goanet] Construction of a petrol pump in Gaumvaddi, Anjuna

2014-04-08 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dear Netters, Here below is the text of a letter we received from the District Magistrate, North Goa regarding construction of a petrol pump in Gaumvaddi. Our sincere thanks to Ascension (Asy) and Cedric for their relentless work. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob

[Goanet] Way of the Cross at Anjuna

2014-04-03 Thread Domnic Fernandes
, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8805237604

[Goanet] Subject: Directory on Goan Diaspora ? Protection of property‏

2014-03-02 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Hi Bernice, Form IXIV does not constitute legal ownership of the property - it is one of the procedures of registration of property. A Sale Deed or a Gift Deed or a Partition Deed or a registered Will is the legal document by which one owns property legally. If you have one of these

[Goanet] ANJUNA LOCALS DEMAND REVOCATION OF LICENCE TO PETROL PUMP

2014-02-17 Thread Domnic Fernandes
a letter to the Police Inspector of Anjuna Police Station requesting him to stop work at the site. The letter was collected from the panchayat this morning and delivered to the Police Station for their action. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8805237604

[Goanet] Proposed petrol pump fuels anger among Anjuna locals

2014-02-09 Thread Domnic Fernandes
succeed in this matter are most welcome. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8895237604

[Goanet] Ven Agnelo birth anniversary observed

2014-01-22 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Hundreds of devotees participated in religious services at St. John the Baptist Chapel in Gaumvaddi, Anjuna to mark the 145th birth anniversary of Venerable Agnelo on Wednesday, January 21, 2014. A large pandal was erected in the compound of the Chapel to accommodate the crowd. The main

[Goanet] Birth anniversary of Venerable Fr. Agnelo at Gaumvaddi, Anjuna

2014-01-16 Thread Domnic Fernandes
of Ven. Agnelo. Thank you. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna Mob: 8805237604

Re: [Goanet] : Old-style measurements... paileo,kudov, khandi?‏

2013-10-30 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dear Sebastian, Thanks for clarifications. Moi-mogan, Domnic FernandesMob: 8805237604 I think Domnicbab has mistakenly interchanged the order of gin'nattem and an'nattem in the sequence of measures. On consulting Dalgado I find: Girnatti = one-eighth part of Podd. (This is repeated by

Re: [Goanet] : Old-style measurements... paileo,kudov, khandi‏

2013-10-28 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Gui'natti/gui'natem X 4, equals 1 anna'tti (ten) X 4, equals 1 podd' x 4, equals i paili You guys have missed out one of the measures SOLGEM, and I think the first two measures are interchanged. So, the above should read as follows: 2 (two) An’natteo equals 1 (one) gin’natti 2 (two) gin’natteo

[Goanet] Dominic Soares: The wizard of dribbling no more

2013-09-28 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dominic Soares: The wizard of dribbling no moreSeptember 28, 2013 TEAM heraldspo...@herald-goa.com MAPUSA: As dawn broke, news that Goa’s greatest footballer was no more came as a rude shock to the football fraternity of the State.The Dhyan Chand of Indian football, legendary dribbler Dominic

[Goanet] Tradition of Mhar or Zudev celebration on 23rd June every year.‏

2013-06-07 Thread Domnic Fernandes
is called Judev boddovnk! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] [GOABOOKCLUB] Re: goycho Mull Avaz, book released.‏

2013-05-26 Thread Domnic Fernandes
, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] Goan-origin priest is auxiliary bishop of Bombay Archdiocese

2013-05-16 Thread Domnic Fernandes
/News/Local%20News/Goan-origin-priest-is-auxiliary-bishop-of-Bombay-Archdiocese/74526.html It's a great honour to Anjunkars. Congratulations and best wishes to Fr. Domnic Savio. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] Calangute strides ahead in development while Anjuna, Vagator languish

2013-04-23 Thread Domnic Fernandes
by outsiders, with the department not getting any revenue from it and local vendors are harassed if the payments are not done. Mr. Domnic Fernandes, a versatile writer and a senior citizen says that Anjuna and Vagator are not the same as they were earlier and nobody wants to improve their image

[Goanet] Death of well-known figure of Tiatr and prominent businessman of Mapusa – Mr. Shrirang Pandurang Narvekar

2013-03-13 Thread Domnic Fernandes
their last homage to him at his residence. The late Srirang is survived by his wife, two sons, a daughter, son-in-law and grand children. May Shrirang Narvekar’s soul rest in peace! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201/8805237604

[Goanet] A review of my book MAPUSA - Yesterday and Today by Mr. Prakash Vaman Kamat

2013-03-11 Thread Domnic Fernandes
recently gave me a copy of the newspaper and I had my friend, Joel D’Souza transliterate it from Devanagri to the Roman script. English translation follows. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201 --- Mapusa – Yesterday

[Goanet] Tiatro is powerful medium for social, political awakening: Michael

2013-02-19 Thread Domnic Fernandes
. The tiatro is very good with a stern message to those who abort children. A must see drama. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201/8805237604

[Goanet] Release of Konkani CD - DEVACHEM RAJ by George Coelho at the Albuquerque Mansion, De Mello Vaddo, Anjuna

2013-02-16 Thread Domnic Fernandes
the release of the CD, Domnic Fernandes, Ms Ruth’s neighbour in Gaumvaddi, gave the following short speech in Konkani (English translation follows): Oxem mhunnttat: “Doieallponn ani peleak pavop eka munxeachea sobhavanuch asta.” Oxench amchem Ruth bai Albuquerq korit ailam. Tannem aplea avoi

[Goanet] Anjuna locals peeved over sudden fencing of ground

2013-02-12 Thread Domnic Fernandes
obtained, some persons a few days back started fencing the playground much to the anxiety of the locals. After enquiring with the panchayat and going through all documents, a resident, Mr. Domnic Fernandes from Gaumvaddi, Anjuna, realised that there was no approval from the panchayat and also Mr

[Goanet] Harley Davidson Rally in Goa

2013-02-03 Thread Domnic Fernandes
! You are welcome for the Harley Davidson show at Vagator, Anjuna, which began today and will end tomorrow. The entry fee is just Rs.3,000! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: A noisy treat at that! Frederik Noronha's comment about the Harley extravaganza unfolding in Goa

[Goanet] Ven. Fr. Agnelo D'Souza's Jayanti (144th birthday) on January 21, 2013 at Gaumvaddi, Anjuna

2013-01-14 Thread Domnic Fernandes
/2013! Dev borem korunv. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddi, Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201/8805237604

[Goanet] (no subject)

2013-01-09 Thread Domnic Fernandes
, kemkem dita, baien keli tata Disui soron, ratui yeta, paicho ugddas ieta. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201/8805237604

[Goanet] Pepper spray canisters for women’s self-defence

2013-01-05 Thread Domnic Fernandes
://lists.goanet.org/pipermail/goanet-goanet.org/2007-July/146069.html Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201/8805237604

[Goanet] How safe are women in Vasco buses? - Lyrics of Konkani song ”BOSIR OXEM GHODDTTA” by the late Souza Boy

2013-01-05 Thread Domnic Fernandes
on the subject in oHeraldo of January 1, 2013 titled “CM urged to prevent overcrowding of buses”. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201/8805237604

[Goanet] Annual Day Meet for Ex-Students their families at Monte de Guirim

2012-12-20 Thread Domnic Fernandes
on Goa’s customs and traditions; ‘Dispott’ttem Chintop’ (2009) – a Konkani book in Roman script on Goan sayings, and ‘Mapusa, Yesterday and Today’ (October this year) – a book on Mapusa half a century ago. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] 'Splashdown Water Part' in Gaumvaddi, Anjuna - It’s been a roller coaster ride .....

2012-12-19 Thread Domnic Fernandes
about the water park is that right from the beginning Melroy has insisted that his staff should be Goans. As such, majority of his staff, barring a few labourers, are Goans. Melroy means what he preaches! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] Akshay to bring in Twinkle's birthday on December 29 at the bungalow opposite my house in Gaumvaddi, Anjuna, Goa

2012-12-18 Thread Domnic Fernandes
in the first week of Jan, the source said. Akshay Kumar remained unavailable for comment. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] Betty Ferns - Flashback of yesteryears in Bahrain!

2012-12-17 Thread Domnic Fernandes
to meet with her but circumstances prevented me from attending the function in Margao. But I will somehow meet her on one of these days. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] WHO IS AFRAID OF 'MONOM'? ORFEO NEGRO - Brazilian movie -- hit song Manha De Carnaval!?‏

2012-12-06 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Mogall Silviano bab, We still use the word NONO in Bardez to frighten the kids. My mother also used the same word (Nono) to frighten us. She hailed from Benaulim, Salcete. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201 Hello Domnic-Bab, First of all Konkani words can

[Goanet] OBITUARY

2012-12-05 Thread Domnic Fernandes
. The funeral will take place tomorrow (6/12/2012) at 10.00 a.m. at St. Cajetan's Church, Assagão. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

Re: [Goanet] WHO IS AFRAID OF 'MONOM'? ORFEO NEGRO - Brazilian movie -- hit song Manha De Carnaval!‏

2012-12-05 Thread Domnic Fernandes
I think the word is NONO and not MONOM (dumb). Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] Query on Tiatr

2012-12-02 Thread Domnic Fernandes
The Tiatr Academy Goa (TAG) may be able to help you. You may contact them at tiatracad...@gmail.com or call them on 0832-2230738. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Gaumdaddi, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201 From a reader: Do you know of any site where I could download the script of a Goan tiatr

[Goanet] Why abrupt changes in Roman script Konkani?

2012-11-20 Thread Domnic Fernandes
so it reaches the right people before the daily newspaper “Amcho Avaz” begins to circulate among Goans. I am copying this message to Konkani Institutions. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201

[Goanet] KHURIS (Cross) by Kamat de Asolna

2012-11-19 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Chorus Dekun to khuris, lhan zait voita Khursa fuddem kitke, aiz man bagoita Gom'ttean taka ghalun, bhov thodde dakoita Thodde padri khuris, bolsan lipoita Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201/8805237604

[Goanet] Konkani uloi Konkani

2012-11-17 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dear Bennet, I had posted lyrics of the song on Goanet on December 3, 2004, which are available at the following link: http://www.mail-archive.com/goanet@goanet.org/msg19434.html Dev borem korunv. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 8805237604/9420979201 Konkani ulloi Konkani

[Goanet] Bhogsonnem (Forgiveness)

2012-11-10 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dear netters, Last month, I wrote the following Konkani article for the 3rd quarterly magazine – ‘San Miguelicho Avaz’ of Anjuna Church. I thought I would share it with you all. Rough English translation follows the Konkani version. Dev borem korunv, Domnic Fernandes BHOGSONNEM

[Goanet] After a long break....

2012-09-29 Thread Domnic Fernandes
at 4.45 pm at the Mapusa Municipal Hall. Your support and interest in my writings has always egged me on, both in the case of Domnic's Goa (2007) and this book, which I hope will be liked by you. Domnic PF Fernandes -- Domnic Fernandes Gaumvaddy, Anjuna Bardez, Goa-403 509 Mob:09420979201

Re: [Goanet] Poskos and poskems of Goa (correction)‏

2012-06-28 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Domnic Fernandes wrote: It is a KNOWN FACT that during the Portuguese regime Goa was governed by bhattkars or landlords. From: J. Colaco Dear Domnic, Would you please expand upon the above opener from you? RESPONSE: I have rephrased the first sentence to read thus

Re: [Goanet] Poskos and poskems of Goa

2012-06-25 Thread Domnic Fernandes
or posko (she or he is an adopted child from a family) continues in our society! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa domvalden at hotmail.com Mob: 9420979201 An interesting subject and one which has still to be researched further. Some of the adoptees were also illegitimate children

Re: [Goanet] Anyone remember this?‏

2012-04-24 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Usha Lyrics - Chris Perry Ambeachem Zadd Usha Lyrics - Paul Perry Boa Noite Usha Lyrics - Chris Perry Music: CHRIS PERRY Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 Usha Uthup (Iyer) is that rare individual in the music world who stands out for the way she dresses, carries

[Goanet] Remember these ‘UKE’ safety pins?

2012-04-21 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Hi Joe, The safety pin, which came in three sizes - small, medium big, was commonly known as 'alfinet' (Portuguese: alfinete.) Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 Remember these ‘UKE’ safety pins? I used to keep one or two handy hooked at my bentin (around my neck

[Goanet] Wife sets out to realise Matanhy’s dreams

2012-04-15 Thread Domnic Fernandes
- it's an excellent move. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] Anti-Sea erosion measures planned for Anjuna Beach

2012-03-28 Thread Domnic Fernandes
thank Mr. Parrikar for giving top priority to this project. He has also promised to beautify the area. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

Re: [Goanet] How the votes were split

2012-03-08 Thread Domnic Fernandes
fishermen by virtue of VP certificate. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 Of course, the Alemaos have been trawler owners, among other things. In the days when generous subsidies (and easily-forgotten loans) came the way of those willing to become trawler-owners, many

[Goanet] Arrival of mortal remains of Cypriano Fernandes funeral announcement‏

2012-02-16 Thread Domnic Fernandes
This is to inform everyone that the mortal remains of Cypriano Fernandes reached his home in Dongorim, Nuvem this morning, Friday, February 17, 2012. Funeral cortege will leave his residence for Jesus, Mary, Joseph Church, Nuvem on Saturday, February 18, at 3:30 pm. Moi-mogan, Domnic

Re: [Goanet] Obit: Cypriano Fernandes (Saudi Arabia / Quepem / Nuvem)

2012-02-11 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Thanks a lot, Joe, for sharing in the grief of Cypriano - after all he was one of us (on Goanet,) and for posting one of his best posts on Goanet. May his soul rest in peace. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 Thanks Domnic, the moment I saw the abv obit

[Goanet] Goanet Archives: TUM MAKA MELL'LELEAK - a poem by the late Cypriano Fernandes

2012-02-11 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Friends, From the Goanet Archives, a konkani poem that was composed by the late Cypriano Fernandes. TUM MAKA MELL'LELEAK Tum maka mell'leleak Ratchi sarki nid nam Toklen he fokot tujim Hozaram vhoir chintnam Koslo oso marla montor Mogachea raterant ghatla bhitor Tum maka mell'leleak Fokot

Re: [Goanet] Obit: Cypriano Fernandes (Saudi Arabia / Quepem / Nuvem)‏

2012-02-10 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Thanks for your concern, Alfred. I already advised Cypriano's family to get in touch with their local MLA, Aleixo Sequeira, Eduardo Faleiro and the Indian Embassy in Riyadh; they are already working at it . Thanks once again. Best - Domnic From: alfredtava...@hotmail.com To:

[Goanet] DKA: Meet the Writer - Bonaventure D'Pietro‏

2012-01-26 Thread Domnic Fernandes
He has also written and directed Tiatros. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 D'Pietro is not only a creative writer but also a musician who plays numerous blowing instruments. Besides contributing to numerous dailies, weeklies, monthlies in Konknni in Romi

[Goanet] Venerable Fr. Agnelo D'Souza's 143rd Birth Anniversary

2012-01-20 Thread Domnic Fernandes
are welcome. Thank you. Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 --- Protect Goa's natural beauty Support Goa's first Tiger Reserve

Re: [Goanet] Wendell's Mother Expires‏

2011-12-23 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Heartfelt sympathies to Wendell Rodricks and his family on the sad demise of his beloved mother. May her soul rest in eternal peace. Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa

[Goanet] VIVA-RE-GOA presented by late NOLASCO DIAS

2011-12-17 Thread Domnic Fernandes
and Folk Songs, side 'B' contains Glimpses of a Goan Society Wedding celebrated at home (a complete sequence) - it is indeed a unique cassette. I wish someone would come up with a VCD, especially of side 'B'; of course with his family's permission. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob

Re: [Goanet] The new ‘smell’ of success- Goan feni in an odourless avtar‏ 10:26AM Reply ▼ Mervyn Lobo

2011-11-20 Thread Domnic Fernandes
for sharing with us your four-decade old Colvale hilltop adventure and story on Nira/Niro. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] The new 'smell' of success - Goan feni in odourless avtar

2011-11-19 Thread Domnic Fernandes
. Will they manufacture it or do away with it? Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 --- Protect Goa's natural beauty Support Goa's first Tiger Reserve Sign

Re: [Goanet] Did Bob Marley know Konkani?

2011-11-04 Thread Domnic Fernandes
but I doubt he spent 'all of his time' with them to learn Konkani. Had he done that, perhaps he might have spoken Konkani fluently. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 -Original Message- From: Carvalho I find the assertion that many foreigners...spoke Konkani

Re: [Goanet] Did Bob Marley know Konkani?

2011-11-03 Thread Domnic Fernandes
heard it!) As far as Konkani is concerned, many foreigners who lived in Goa from the late 1960s through mid 1980s spoke Konkani fluently. Of course, their children spoke better Konkani. Presently, foreigners' children are learning Konkani in our schools. Have a good day! Moi-mogan, Domnic

Re: [Goanet] Ghar or Sap: (Gliding, flying lizard - lacerda ocelata)

2011-07-22 Thread Domnic Fernandes
for climbing high walls of forts. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 Fred, We used to pronounce it as 'gaar' as in 'thand gaar' or icy cold. To me, 'ghar' is an eagle. Is it not a species of the Indian Iguana?I remember folks with asthma being made to drink the blood

[Goanet] MAGNNEM (PRAYER)

2011-06-21 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dear netters,The following Konkani article was written for Anjuna Church 3rd quarterly magazine ‘San Miguelicho Avaz,’ which was released this week; I thought I would share it with you all. English translation follows after Konkani version. Thank you. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes

[Goanet] Temples in Goa bar foreigners while others impose a dress code‏

2011-06-09 Thread Domnic Fernandes
was then allowed to enter the synagogue. It is high time, the Church authorities in Goa also introduced a dress code to enter Churches. We Goans, too, must dress modestly when entering places of worship and set an example to others. Thank you. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob

[Goanet] A for Anjuna beach

2011-06-09 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Dear Joe, The photos and the video clip that you posted on Goanet are wonderful but they are not of Anjuna beach. What you photographed/filmed are pictures of Anjuna landing spot and the rocks below. Anjuna beach is a large stretch of seashore, which touches the Baga hill at the

[Goanet] Navatara stands up against bandh despite threats

2011-06-07 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Navatara stands up against bandh despite threats TEAM HERALD teamher...@herald-goa.com PANJIM: Navatara, a name popular with foodies in Panjim, Mapusa and Porvorim, lived up to its admirable reputation once again of

[Goanet] Aboleo ani Abolim!

2011-05-31 Thread Domnic Fernandes
There was an interesting article on Oheraldo on May 29, titled “Arao’s Sons of the Soil.” I wanted clarification on two Konkani words. So I wrote to my friend Joel D’Souza from Asagao, whom I always consult whenever I am in doubt, as he is very knowledgeable in Konkani. This is what I

[Goanet] Patriotism!

2011-05-29 Thread Domnic Fernandes
a sense of patriotism in him, which is vital if we want our children to be good citizens of India. How many of us inculcate patriotism in our children? Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] Where's the direct train to Vailankanni?

2011-05-29 Thread Domnic Fernandes
they took credit? Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] Parents’ petition forced govt, says Dr Willy

2011-05-26 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Parents’ petition forced govt, says Dr Willy TEAM HERALD teamher...@herald-goa.com PANJIM: Goa’s former Chief Minister Dr Wilfred de Souza said that it was the petition filed by few parents from Anjuna, in the Goa Bench of Bombay High Court, that

Re: [Goanet] Press Note - Government Decision on MOI

2011-05-26 Thread Domnic Fernandes
The following sentence from Tomazinho Cardozo's Press note says it all: Thus it was the demand of Goans irrespective of caste, creed and religion. Best - Domnic Date: Thu, 26 May 2011 07:57:25 -0400 From: gas...@makharafi.net To: goa...@goanet.org Subject: Re: [Goanet] Press Note -

Re: [Goanet] MY FIRST SCHOOL AND TEACHER – PART 2‏

2011-05-19 Thread Domnic Fernandes
dancing girls. Sad to hear of your aunt and uncle's fate. May their souls rest in peace. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] MY FIRST SCHOOL AND TEACHER – PART 2

2011-05-17 Thread Domnic Fernandes
, “A child educated only at school is an uneducated child” (George Santayana.) Furthermore, “You can get all As and still flunk life” (Walter Percy.) Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] MY FIRST SCHOOL AND TEACHER – PART 1

2011-05-15 Thread Domnic Fernandes
.) Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 To be continued ..

Re: [Goanet] Konkani Word A Day: hairann, hambog, hamlett, harcor‏‏‏

2011-05-12 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Sorry, I can't accept the word *bangre instead of 'bangdde' in written language. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 True. You are right, Domnic and I get your point. Though, when Anglicised (or used in an English context), sometimes plural of Konkani words

[Goanet] Konkani Word A Day: Noroc, norom, nort, norti dudduancheo...‏

2011-05-12 Thread Domnic Fernandes
have the benefit of an improved dictionary, because we definitely lack one. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] Konkani Word A Day: hairann, hambog, hamlett, harcor‏

2011-05-11 Thread Domnic Fernandes
-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

Re: [Goanet] Konkani Word A Day: hairann, hambog, hamlett, harcor‏‏

2011-05-11 Thread Domnic Fernandes
is bangddo, singular; bangdde, plural. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna,Goa Mob: 9420979201

Re: [Goanet] Pictures of dead Bin Laden won't be released....‏

2011-05-09 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Common folks did not hire professional wailers; only bhattkar or landlords did. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 420979201 If there was nobody around to perform power packed wailing, folks would hire professional wailers, who would belt out a performance for a little

[Goanet] A Clarification

2011-05-04 Thread Domnic Fernandes
it as 'churnam'.] Thank you. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] Anjuna residents angered over controversial project on communidade land atop hill

2011-04-24 Thread Domnic Fernandes
-residents-angered-over-controversial-project-on-communidade-land-atop-hill/47608.html Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] We Goans are prepared to sell anything for money: Sarpanch

2011-04-24 Thread Domnic Fernandes
asked the Society to open the gates leading to the property for public access. http://www.oheraldo.in/news/Local%20News/We-Goans-are-prepared-to-sell-anything-for-money-Sarpanch/47610.html Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] Talking Photos: Remember this ‘gunzuleo’?‏

2011-04-16 Thread Domnic Fernandes
. Girls/women stored them in empty match boxes and so did the goldsmith, who used them as weights. They were sold in Mapusa in embroidery material shops. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] WAY OF THE CROSS HELD ATOP ANJUNA HILL

2011-04-11 Thread Domnic Fernandes
, 2010: http://lists.goanet.org/htdig.cgi/goanet-goanet.org/2010-January/188401.html Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] CHINCH (Tamarind)

2011-04-10 Thread Domnic Fernandes
monsoon season, the tamarind tree was uprooted, fell on his house and destroyed it completely. So much for a person’s pride! That’s all for now from Dom’s antique shelf! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201

[Goanet] Congratulations to Education Minister

2011-04-05 Thread Domnic Fernandes
It reminds me of the Konkani adage: 'Padr Vigar poddla boballar, igroz nagoviea!' Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 Bharot dhes poddla 'Kriket' boballar poixanchi 'lutt' marum-ai. Oso somoz unem xikop aslolea Montrian kaddlo. Very truly, A little knowledge

[Goanet] The House from Zanzibar (Herald)

2011-04-04 Thread Domnic Fernandes
recently erected a marble statue of her beloved father-in-law at the entrance of the house. The statue of the good doctor will always remind one that no matter whoever owns the mansion, the original owner will forever make his presence felt …. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob

[Goanet] Star of Zanzibar set to shine in Anjuna today!

2011-03-27 Thread Domnic Fernandes
be used for any other purpose, she says firmly. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Star-of-Zanzibar-set-to-shine-in-Anjuna/articleshow/7796680.cms Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 09420979201

[Goanet] Unveiling of Dr. Manuel Francisco de Albuquerque's statue in Anjuna

2011-03-27 Thread Domnic Fernandes
/52243088@N00/5564252025/ Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 09420979201

Re: [Goanet] Talking Photos: Seasonal Fulam

2011-03-13 Thread Domnic Fernandes
alone its use! The color of flowers as photographed by Joe is indeed beautiful! Keep up the good work Joe! God bless. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 wild and beautiful (on stem) http://www.flickr.com/photos/joegoaukflowers/5462308198/sizes/l/

[Goanet] Talking photos: Hampi, Hampio, Hampttul, Hampttulam, Mandulam etc

2011-03-12 Thread Domnic Fernandes
language. Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 Note: Hampi is also a tourist/heritage spot in Karnataka

Re: [Goanet] Cancel Portuguese street names: Panel‏

2011-02-16 Thread Domnic Fernandes
Flaviano Dias must change his name first! Moi-mogan, Domnic Fernandes Anjuna, Goa Mob: 9420979201 A newly formed committee headed by senior journalist and freedom fighter Flaviano Dias has demanded cancellation of Portuguese names designated to several roads, villages and localities

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