Peace Arch News
Women In Business Edition
White Rock – South Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
February, 2007

Jhet Torcelino – van Ruyven is a women of the 21st Century. Not only is she a successful entrepreneur on the Peninsula but she is also an International Speaker and a victorious author of The Tale of Juliet – You Have The Power To Change Your Life.

Since its release over a year and a half ago, the inspirational book has jetted her to Japan, Singapore, Philippines, United States and here in Canada for speaking engagements. Hard to believe it all began from what she called “humble beginnings”. Jhet grew up in a rural village in the Philippines gripped with extreme poverty. When she was 16 years old, a philanthropist helped change the course of her life. “Had it not been for him, and all the others whom I call angels in my life, I would probably still be in the same rural village”. Jhet said.

Twenty years ago, Jhet came to the Peninsula, and in 1995 she opened Digi-Print Graphics Plus. “I always dream of owning a business and I love to be of service to people” Talking about law of attraction.

Whatever Jhet has dreamed when she was an impoverished child has truly come true for her and more well beyond her wildest dreams.

A sudden passing away of one of her employees made Jhet think of her life’s purpose. “What is my real purpose in life, were the questions that came up in her mind. That was then that she decided to pursue her new found real life’s purpose. “I wanted to add value and service to other people’s lives not only through Digi-Print Graphics Plus but also to inspire many people to be the best they could possibly be and reach to their fullest potential”. She began to put into words her life story that has touched and continues to touch millions of lives all over.

Since its release, she has been in a constant media whirlwind interview, inspirational talks on TV, radio, magazines and newspapers both her in North America and in her home country the Philippines. The book is available online at www.thetaleofjuliet.com and at the amazon.com.

Equally exiting for Jhet was being awarded “People Of The Year Award” by Asia Magazine for spreading and planting seeds of inspiration. The book also garnered an award by Independent Publisher Award – Honorable Mention in Best Non-Fiction Book in Western Canada.

My heartfelt gratitude to my staff Katy, Keri, Matt, Jules husband band Ted and daughters Michelle and Catherine for their love and support to pursue my dreams. A big thank you goes to our loyal customers who trust us with their business projects.

She recently just got back from her home country speaking in four different islands with the topic “Program Your Mind For Success”. Jhet will carry on to inspire and motivate others through powerful determination for success presentations.

What I really wanted to do is to actively pursue delivering presentations and planting seeds of hope, courage and determination to share how little acts of kindness will have a ripple effect in the lives of others. It happened to me and I wanted it to happen to many more others here and all over the world. This is about paying it forward and passing in on. “Magic moment is when you wake up in the morning and you feel you are making use of your talent to help others find their own purpose in life. It’s internally very rewarding and fulfilling”.

Part of the proceeds of the sale of The Tale Of Juliet is committed to building homes for the poorest of the poor in the Philippines.

To invite Jhet for a powerful energizing presentation and for a copy of The Tale Of Juliet log on to www.thetaleofjuliet.com or email her at Jhet@thetaleofjuliet.com. To find our more about her frequent trips all over www.blog.thetaleofjuliet.com

Jhet in Singapore
November 14, 2005

Jhet flies from Manila to Singapore to pass the message of hope.

Daughter of Juliet - Michelle van Ruyven featured in the Philippine Star Dream Girl Section
November 6, 2005

Jhet's daughter, Michelle, was featured in the November 6, 2005 edition of the Philippine Star under the Dream Girl section.

The Tale of Juliet on a Philippine Islands tour!
November 6, 2005

The Tale Of Juliet successful visit in Bacolod includes a visit to Negros Occidental Governor Joseph Marañon's office, an Inspirational Talk to all Department Heads and

Employees of the Provincial Information Office, Headline News in the ABS-CBN evening and morning news and Cable TV, a private visit with Bishop Vicente Navarra, meeting with Bacolod Mayor Evelio "Bing" Leonardia, and Inspirational talks in all 5 Friday Masses in Bacolod Cathedral.

The Tale Of Juliet is now making Inspirational Wave in Cebu. Itinerary includes Television taping, Freeman Interview and photoshoot, Inspirational Talks in Rustan's Department Store, Brief inspirational/introduction talks in Sunday Masses, scheduled meeting with the Governor, meeting with Metro Bank Human Resources head Ed Villarama, meeting with Bishop Dakay and painting Cebu red!

And the BEST IS YET TO COME!

A Tale of Inspiration and Hope
As featured on Planet Philippines, November 1-15, 2005 edition

Please do take time to read the November 1-15 edition of Planet Philippines, which features an article on The Tale of Juliet entitled A Tale of Inspiration and Hope.

In Cebu and Bacolod
November 2, 2005

I am currently in Cebu and Bacolod for speaking engagements. I will return to Manila on the 7th.

Jhet Torcelino-van Ruyven

Back in the Philippines
October 29, 2005

Dear friends. I'm glad to be back to the Philippines after a successful North American book launching. I am doing several speaking engagements in Manila (and soon in Cebu). Please watch out for updates.

North America Book Signing
October 19, 2005
Dear Friends, angels and supporters of the Tale Of Juliet:

THE TALE OF JULIET’s first book Launch/Signing/Inspirational talks in North America was a GREAT SUCCESS! Chapter’s bookstore Managers and event Managers were impressed and testified The Tale of Juliet book signing was the best book signing event held in their branch. Crowd, audience, sales... they were flabbergasted! WOW! TRULY GOD'S WORK!

Thanks to all of the Filipino newspapers representative who were present and to Canadian Immigrant paper and Metro News who sent a number of people to Chapters that day.

My heartfelt gratitude for the support and positive energies sent. This is another milestone in the life of "Juliet". The best is yet to come!

For those who have not gotten copy yet and you are from the lower mainland in Canada, The Tale of Juliet is available in Chapters Metro- Town and at the Black Bond Bookstores in White Rock in the 24th Avenue and Semiahmoo Mall branches. It is also available at Digi-print or online at www.thetaleofjuliet.com. Please tell your friends to tell their friends.

Together we can make a positive difference in the world. Let's continue to plant the seed of HOPE, FAITH and DESIRE.

Christmas is just around the corner. I encourage you to adopt our "Gift of Love" program. Invest on multiple copies for your friends, employees or to less privileged people who you think can benefit a lot through The Tale of Juliet's passion and determination.

Remember “you just never know on how the little act of your kindness will have a positive ripple effect in the life of others”. It happened to me and it could happen to many more people out there waiting for your kind hearted soul.

God bless you.

Jhet Torcelino-van Ruyven
Living a life of gratitude, abundance and purpose

Jhet's note from the Philippines
My dear brothers and sisters:

I am so blessed to be back home again. A dear new friend is hosting me - her place has an incredible fascinating view of Manila Bay - day and night.

Watch Jhet aka Juliet at Cito Beltran's show today, Monday Sept. 26, 2005, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. , Studio 23 ANC channel. Pass on to as many friends as you can...

Together we can make a difference. Let's create a wildfire of inspirational virus all over the Philippines and the world! I need your help to do this. My big goal this year is to touch 1.5 milion lives here and all over the world by the end of December 2005.

If you believe in good deed send this message to your friends, family and collegues... and tell each one of them to do the same. PASS IT ON... It only takes a spark to get the fire going! We can do this together... let's plant the seed of hope, faith, desire and determination!

The Tale of Juliet are available at Rustan's and other major bookstores all over the country. Canada and USA (North America) BY OCTOBER 3, 2005. Over 6,000 books sold in 4 weeks. Get your copy today and be inspired. See how life of a child from extreme poverty transformed beyond her wildest imaginings... and the best is yet to come!

ASK us about our GIFT OF LOVE PROGRAM. ie. Nena and Rico Tantoco after browsing at The Tale Of Juliet asked me to speak to their employees as Rustan's-. One hour inspirational and invigorating talk resulted in an order of 2,450 books! Their drivers, house maids gets the free book each. Employees gets them at cost and half of the total ordered (1225) sold at all Rustan's store all over Metro Manila.

Jeannie Goulbourn a famous fashion designer read The Tale Of Juliet, invited me to speak to all her factory staff. After 1 hour of inspirational talk she ordered 150 books and on the occasion of her birthday she gave each and every one of them THE TALE OF JULIET. That in an essence is our GIFT OF LOVE PROGRAM.

You never know how a little act of kindness will have a ripple effect and turned the course of one's life... it did for Juliet (me Jhet). I am here to pay it forward and pass it on.

God bless the good ship "Juliet" and all those who sail with her on her voyage of triumph and glory. (jlv)

Together we can change the world one person, one soul, one heart at a time. Miracles happen when we believe. Let's go for it!

With all my love and prayers,

Jhet Torcelino van Ruyven
Living a life of gratitude,abundance and purpose.

Jhet Torcelino-van Ruyven

Book launching of The Tale Of Juliet in the Philippines phenomenal success!
Here are the highlights of what happened in the Philippines:

1. Three book launching / signing all sponsored - food, wine, beverages, venues.
2. Rustan's (the biggest and most luxurious department store) purchased 2,450 books in the first week.
3. First printing sold out in three weeks 6,000 books. Second printing 10,000.
4. Audience with Her Excellency President Gloria Arroyo at Malacanang Palace, Manila, Philippines.
5. Special welcome reception and awarded plaque of recognition from Mayor of Lian Batangas, on my return to hometown.
6. Speaking engagements at corporate events, schools, civic organization, business meetings and private functions sponsored by notable people in Filipino social and business circles.
7. Personal speaking invitation and presentation of The Tale Of Juliet at the Manila Book Fair - Manila International World Trade Centre.
8. Several Television interviews and appearances.
9. Cover of major newspapers and magazines.
10. Several Radio interviews.
11. Reaching millions of people nationally in the Philippines... planting the message of hope, faith, determination, courage and burning desire.

 
You just never know how a little act of kindness will have a ripple effect on a life of a poverty stricken little girl... humble beginnings to a life of gratitude, abundance and purpose. Jhet loves to pay it forward and pass it on...

Someone turned her life around by recommending her to college when she was 16 years old... now she wants to do the same through The Tale Of Juliet.

I am committed to touch 1.5 million lives by the end of December 2005.
I wanted to create inspirational virus through The Tale Of Juliet.

GUIDED BY ANGELS
January 12, 2005
As seen in the Peace Arch News
By Tracy Holmes

From humble beginnings, Jhet Torcelino-van Ruyven has flown to success on the wings of many angels.

To name a few; her parents, who blessed her with a thirst for education and a love of reading; the Filipino priest who saw to it she got that education; her husband, Ted and children, Michelle and Catherine; and Mark Victor Hansen, author of Chicken Soup for the Soul series, who told her she had a story to tell.

Even her dog, Sneakers, has played a role in her journey from poverty to providence – from a one-room bamboo-floored hut shared with 11 siblings to an ocean-view home; from a child walking barefoot village to village selling fruit and vegetables to support her family to a successful South Surrey entrepreneur.

Its fortune not everyone with her background would find, it has to be shared, Torcelino-van Ruyven said Monday. “I’m just so full of gratitude”, the slight, 4’10” woman said.

“People that know me in the Philippines call me Cinderella. I’m fully, fully blessed.”

Torcelino-van Ruyven’s story, told in full in a soon-to-be self-published autobiography, begins at a young age. She grew up in the small village of Pader, in a one-room home with no electricity or water. She and her siblings had just a few pillows between them on which to sleep, and books were a rare and treasured delight.

At just seven years old, and the second-eldest in her family, she went to work on weekends, selling fruit, vegetables and candies door-to-door (with each door a mile or more apart) and along Matabungkay Beach.

This continued through high school, until a priest whose family her father drove, heard of a young girl who wanted to go to college. “I don’t know what he aw in me,” Torcelino-van Ruyven said of the now-72 year- old Monsignor Antonio ‘Derps’ Unson.

“He took us to a very special restaurant in the city. He told me he saw potential in me.” Unson helped Torcelino-van Ruyven enroll in an exclusive Manila school, setting her up with a job doing laundry and dishes in exchange for her room and board.

She earned a medical secretary certificate, and went to work in Manila hospital for eight years, before a broken heart drove her to seek a new life in Yemen. There, she worked in a hospital and for an oil company. While doing volunteer work, she met Mother Teresa. It’s also where she met her husband Ted. They moved to South Surry in 1987, and within a few years, Torcelino-van Ruyven bought her first business, Ocean Park Business Centre.

Ten years later, she is running Digi-Print Graphics Plus on 24 Avenue, has traveled extensively with her family, is three-quarters through writing her life story, and excitedly waiting to move into her under-construction ocean-view home.

It’s a story she hopes will inspire, as so many stories and people have inspired her. Her purpose now, she said is to give back. She’s sponsored a scholarship at her Manila high school, and begun giving inspirational talks to students there. She hopes her book will go a long way to fulfilling her goal.

In it, Torcelino-van Ruyven writes, “People come and go from our lives, but they all bring gifts, learning and hints about our highest purpose here.”

“If it hadn’t been for that priest that believed in me, I’d probably still be in that village,” She said.” “It changed the course of my life.”

Photo not shown here: A photo of a snow-angel made by Michelle on the porch /deck off their living room on the night of Jhet’s birthday – January 9, 2005. Jhet is showing reading some of her favorite books looking over the snow angel.

The newspaper photographer noticed the angel during their visit to Jhet’s home in the morning of the interview and decided what an appropriate piece for the photo... Jhet – Guided by Angels.

Getting media attention about my life’s mission and purpose the day after my birthday is one of the greatest gifts I ever received.