All About Meeh

On a Magic Carpet Ride!!!!

2010-04-15T22:10:00.000-07:00

On a magic carpet ride.... just the right phrase to describe my feeling everytime I attended or visit a trade shows. I love everything about trade shows. I love looking into the different booths and trying on different products and learning new things. Way back then, I love to check out first their food section wherein they i introduce new food products and explained how they came about with their new finished product. At present, now that I am already married, I am now more interest with things that can beautify our home like furniture and decors.
Since I love hosting parties, not only my party but my friends too, I found these nice and unique table covers in of the trade show exhibits I checked into. They comes with different designs and they can be custom made depending on what event you will use it. They also showcases wide variety of designs for table top displays that can be suitable for business-related functions. Another thing that caught my attention was the very inviting, very relaxing designs of their directors chair. They comes with different color, strong materials and can also be customized with your name. Cute isn't? Might as well check it for yourself and see what I am really talking about. Hope you'll enjoy the experience just like i did.

Swimming Unlimited

2010-04-15T21:36:00.000-07:00

MHC RR and SICU went to FOREST HILL resort yesterday to have some sort of Bonding. We arrived at the venue around 4 in the fternoon then hit the pool at around 5:30! We enjoyed every moment of it. Flashes were all over the place as our wacky moments were documented. We had lechon for our dinner and lots of desserts.....yum..yum...yum...It started to rain after dinner so the guys gathered on one side as they started their drinking sessions while the gals were busy chitchatting and eating. The kids and some of the not so young preferred to stay in the pool. We left the place at around 9 in the evening wearing those undescribable smile on our face. It was one cool bonding that I will never forget!!! Peepzzzzz where's the next stop?

Lately......

2010-04-05T21:18:00.000-07:00

Lately I have been through a lot.....
........ i have been pondering on whether to quit job and take a long rest so that I can be pregnant but on the other hand, I will surely miss the experience that I have in Mindanao Heart Center as a recovery room nurse.
........ i have also been pondering about applying to other country since my immigrant application has been stagnant for many years now. I'm thinking of Canada or UK as of now.
......... i have also been pondering on taking culinary courses as diversional activities. I'm interested in italian cuisine and baking.

Think I'm nuts???? I don't know.... maybe *wink*

Right Design

2010-03-15T17:52:00.000-07:00

Until now, im still looking for a gown which design fits me well. I am really have a hard time looking for it because of the fact that im 5 kilos heavier and 4 inches bigger!!!! Arrrgh, i dont want to look like a stuffed lumpia roll on my brother's wedding day! suggestions anyone?

Happy Hearts Day Mindanao Heart Center!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2010-02-14T17:33:00.000-08:00

Today we're going to celebrate our 3rd Year anniversary and guess what????? We are going somewhere else.....for a change! In a little while, we will be heading to Palos Verde Country Club. I heard its a very nice place and an appropriate venue for team building activities. Here's our itinerary for the day:

7am - assembly at MHC
8am - Start of the Convoy
9:30 - Cheering Competition
Yellow team - CV RR, OR and Cath Lab
Orange team - MHC CCU, SICU, PICU
Red team - MHC East Wing and West Wing
10am - Bowling tournament
12 - Lunch at Riverside
1:30 - Badminton Tournament
3 pm - Basketball Game (Doctors vs. Nurses)

Quite an exciting line up isn't it!!!!! We're Going to Have a Blast!!!!

Go Yellow Team!!!!

no good!

2010-01-20T20:00:00.000-08:00

Why are there people who just can't be happy if other people are happy. They prejudge the person with superficial basis and never look what is inside the person's heart. These people are like the one referred to the phrase "The scum walks a prior viewer." Let us be fair and learn to understand, love and accept each other shortcomings. In this way, we can make the world a better place to live in.

wazzzuppp?

2010-01-11T23:16:00.000-08:00

hey guys, i found some new things that interest me this year....uh, i mean new recipes to try out this year! I have been into blueberry cheesecake this past few days. I want to try oreo cheesecake next and maybe cream puffs and eclair as what my friend, maan, suggested. I just hope I have lots of time and of course budget to try everything out. Who know i might make this as a personal business when the time comes. I just love what I am doing!!!

I crave for....

2009-06-04T18:51:00.000-07:00

banana Q ....
sundae hot fudge...
california maki....
Zinger.....
revel bar from coffee cat!

Aarrrghhhh!!!! I want to eat all of those! So desperate....

Facebook

2009-05-26T22:03:00.000-07:00

I am currently updating my farm in my facebook account. I kinda get excited every harvest time. Seeing my brother's farm (which is super organize and obviously generating big money), I am all the more challenge to make my farm beautiful. Right now, I'm waiting for my grapes to be harvested then maybe plant some tomatoes for tomorrow's harvest. addicted? nah! I don't think so!

Happy Birthday to Me!

2009-05-21T22:09:00.000-07:00

Last Wednesday, I celebrated my 3oth birthday. I woke up early to prepare ronald's lunchkit and when he left for worked, I returned to the dreamworld. At around 11 am, the room was starting to feel very humid that I forced myself to get up and took a bath. I left the house at around 12 noon, went straight to SM. I decided to dare myself into eating alone in a resto (which I haven't done by the way, in my 30 years of existence). I was so glad that I finally had the guts to do it. After lunch, went to grocery and bought the ingredients for my Carbonara. After grocery, went straight to my parent's house and rest. I went to hear the 5:45 mass at Assumption Parish. When it's dinner time, my parents decided to dine out. So my family plus two of the dearest people in my life went to the dine at Grand Menseng Hotel's Dinner Buffet. Ronald met us at the hotel's lobby and I was surprised that he has my favorite homemade chocolate moist cake with him. I had a great time dining out with all of the important people in my life, just missing somebody, my brother who is now based in Manila. I feel so blessed to have them around me, guiding me, loving me.

Emergence of the name “of the Marwitz”

2009-05-20T00:35:00.000-07:00

i was curious of how my name came about and where it originated... and here is quite a discovery...

The final syllable of the name Marwitz is undoubtedly slawischen origin and stands in connection with a place Marwitz in close proximity to Landsberg to the Warthe, it already in 13. Century gave. The place is mentioned documentary for the first time 1337 as possession of the Henning v. Marwitz.

The fact that the surname comes from the place and is not turned around, is not accepted can with a high degree at probability. The appropriation of the new Marks took place via German knights originating from the west and their attendants. Usually at that time performed services were paid off by Belehnung with country. The Belehnten carried originally probably no surnames, there this in 12. And 13. Century was still uncommon. In this early time it was usual against the fact that the Belehnte attached itself to the name of its Lehens and/or was designated of others and his leaning gentlemen than - in our case - the gentleman von Marwitz.

Out of many documents it is to be taken that the way of writing of the name in 15. Century was non-uniform. Thus we e.g. find Marwytz, Marvitzen, Mareviz and Mach joke beside Marwitz. The fact that sometimes it concerns even the same man proves documents, in which the Vogt of the German medal is mentioned later once with Mach joke and short time with Marwitz. In a document in Reetz the name appears for the first time as “v. of the Marwitz” to 23. 04. 1354.

A legend means that the family Marwitz in the man trunk and only a virgin of the name had expired was present. When this came into the manable age, she traveled to the emperor, threw themselves to him to feet and requested from him the grace that the male descendants from a possible marriage might carry the name of the Marwitz, so that the name would not become extinct.

The emperor approved its request with the edition that the male descendants would have to bear the name “of the Marwitz” (instead of of Marwitz). This legend was transferred likewise to the coat of arms, which shows an old tree, from which new impulses strike, as well as one - kneel-end originally - virgin.

Summary following “supplement for the history of the family of the Marwitz” of Walther v. Diest; 1929. Supplement of Ralph v.d.Marwitz; 1960. Summary Fabian v.d. Marwitz, 2003.

Double Dutch For Mom

2009-05-10T23:50:00.000-07:00

It was Mother's day and my mom's 54th birthday yesterday but I wasn't able to celebrate with her because they were still on their way home from camiguin. To let her know that Ronald and I remember her on her special day, we decided to buy a cake for her. I was suppose to surprise her with the delicious Strawberry Cream Fudge from Goldilock but unfortunately almost all of the cakes were already sold. I got lucky to get the last piece of the cake roll on their display stand. It was a double dutch cake roll. I delivered the cake to my parent's house with a simple note on it. I know my mom deserve more than this cake roll, it is just my way of saying thank you for her undying support and unconditional love.

Krispy Kreme the best

2009-05-07T19:00:00.000-07:00

I'm already a big fan of doughnuts way before Krispy Kreme was introduced here in the Philippines. When my brother had a 2 big box full of Krispy Kreme as his pasalubong for us, I couldn't help but munched on it till there's nothing left in the box. Exaggerated but true. I personally love the Original glazed the most, then the Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate and the Hershey's Cookies and Creme. For the Filled cake variety, I like the the Caramel Creme Crunch and the Blueberry Cheesecake. I have to warn you guys, these doughnuts are extremely sweet. That's why I settle for the original glaze, not to sweet but perfectly tasty.I am hoping Davao City will have a Krispy Kreme branch of its own so we need not ask our friends and relative for pasalubong. *wink*

Chocolate Brownies

2009-05-03T19:00:00.000-07:00

As I said, anything with the shade of brown that is edible.... I'm into it!!!

Here's one recipe that I kept on baking all over again. I just can't resist the yumminess (is there such a word?!?) of this brownie! It's easy as one-two-three!!!!

Been Beezzzzeee

2009-04-30T01:50:00.000-07:00

There are so many things that kept me on the go these past few days. First, I was monitoring the construction of our garage. Second, my car broke down so I was busy contacting the mechanic to fix it. Third, I had my eyes sunk deeply into the book entitled ECLIPSE. *wink* busy? you think so? h

Five Facts Abuout Me!

2009-04-27T18:51:00.000-07:00

I was tagged by my very thoughtful friend Meryl. Thanks for this one ryl!Rules:
1. Post these rules on your blog.
2. Share 5 facts about yourself.
3. Tag 5 people at the end of your post by leaving their name as well as links to their blogs.
4. Link the person who tagged you.
5. Leave a comment for each blogger.

Here is goes....
1. I am a full-dominant right sided brain. Meaning, I use my left hand in everything I do!
2. I've always loved ballet, it fascinates me so much. When I was in elementary, I studied ballet but ended up quiting due to my academics. :< Now, I would still love to learn ballet, sigh! if there's any school offering adult ballet, I would gladly enroll. 3. I am not a purebred musician. It just so happen that I know how to read notes. After ballet my dad enrolled me in a piano class then an electone organ class while in high school. At present, I'm the organist of the choirs in Assumption Parish. 4. I loved to bake! I'm learning how to cook! 5. I have many addictions!!! to name a few... Ronald of course! then chocolates, sushi, blogging, heroes, grey's anatomy, gossip girl, heroes..... I could go on forever!!!!

Now, I will pass this tag to: Grace, Augustinians, Kezza, Lizzie, Bonita

Belly Dancing It is!

2009-04-23T05:57:00.001-07:00

I only tried it once but I must say it is worth it! Belly dancing classes are expensive here in Davao City but I really learned a lot from it. This kind of dance will surely burn your belly fats in no time. It will also help tone our abdominal, thigh and upper arm muscles. This dance needs a lot of coordination and precise movements. In addition, belly dancing make you feel sexy and feel good about your self.

Sushi!!!!

2009-04-22T23:30:00.000-07:00

It's been a long time since I had my last bite of sushi and now, I'm craving it big time!!!! I wish I could make my own so that I will not have to buy it in some expensive restaurant here in Davao.
Here's a sushi recipe that I'm dying to try but I need to gather the ingredients first. I heard that they are kinda expensive. *wink*.... So, Enjoy the Sushi Experience

Yummy Adobo!

2009-04-21T03:24:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite Filipino cuisine is Adobo. I love the adobo my husband cooks for me. No special add-ons on the recipe, just the right proportion of the ingredients. I challenge myself to cook adobo with a twist and have my hubby do the taste test. *wink*

here's the recipe I am going to try

What you will need:

1 whole chicken, cut into serving pieces, bones intact

1/2 head garlic, peeled and crushed

1 large onion, sliced

1 tsp. peppercorns

4 bay leaves

3 tbsp. brown sugar

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/2 cup cane vinegar

3 cups of water

3 tbsp. oil

Salt and pepper to taste

The How-to:

Put all the ingredients into a large pot, and mix them well.

Cook under medium heat and bring into a boil for approximately 30-45 minutes or until chicken is cooked and tender and the sauce is thick. After that, add oil and mix it with the chicken.

You can choose to “adjust” the flavor by adding some more spices used for this recipe’s ingredients or you can add stuff to put a twist in your adobo! All time favorites would include hard boiled eggs cut in slices, pineappled tidbits, and coconut milk.

Adobo is best when served hot and with steaming white rice. A soda would complete this delectable warm meal!

http://www.bukisa.com/articles/39330_filipino-chicken-adobo

Crocs

2009-04-20T05:15:00.000-07:00

At first I was not really a fan of this superb footwear. I thought it was just one of those expensive shoes and sandals that would later be replaced with a better and more expensive footwear brands. When we were in Hong Kong, my feet got sores from the shoes I was wearing. I have no choice but to buy a new footwear that would give a comfortable feeling to my aching toes. I found a crocs stall in one of the malls there and bought a pair of brown Olivia slip-on. I must say I had no regrets buying it because it wall all worth it! It is very comfortable and trendy. Two thumbs up for Crocs!!!!

Cross Stitch

2009-04-20T05:01:00.000-07:00

I guess everybody knows what cross stitch is. I first encountered this when I was in my elementary years when our Home economics teacher assigned this as our semestral project. Back then, I was not interested in these crafts and I even asked my mom to do the project for me. I was given a high grade for the project because my mom was a pro!. Thanks mom. When I was in college, I made my first masterpiece, it was a Winnie the Pooh design. I don't know what came into me or maybe I was just so in love then that I was moved to made the piece. My second masterpiece was a guardian angel holding a baby. I made this one for almost 3 years! haha! maybe because I only remember doing it if I'm not doing anything important. Now, my 3rd masterpiece is close to the finish line, it is a wedding party design. Hoping to finish it by june..... will be posting some pics of my masterpieces soon!

I want to try Pilates!!!

2009-04-19T19:10:00.000-07:00

I am so curious to try pilates because everytime I turn on the cable tv, I see pilates work out demonstration and I found it very interesting to do. It involves stretching, muscle toning and posture maintaining exercises which I think is very healthy for me to do. So here are some facts on Pilates.

What Is Pilates?

Pilates is a body conditioning routine that seeks to build flexibility, strength, endurance, and coordination without adding muscle bulk. In addition, pilates increases circulation and helps to sculpt the body and strengthen the body's "core" or "powerhouse" (torso). People who do pilates regularly feel they have better posture, are less prone to injury, and experience better overall health.

Joseph H. Pilates, the founder of the pilates exercise method, was born in Germany. As a child he was frail, living with asthma in addition to other childhood conditions. To build his body and grow stronger, he took up several different sports, eventually becoming an accomplished athlete. As a nurse in Great Britain during World War I, he designed exercise methods and equipment for immobilized patients and soldiers. In addition to his equipment, Pilates developed a series of mat exercises that focus on the torso. He based these on various exercise methods from around the world, among them the mind-body formats of yoga and Chinese martial arts.

Joseph Pilates believed that our physical and mental health are intertwined. He designed his exercise program around principles that support this philosophy, including concentration, precision, control, breathing, and flowing movements.

There are two ways to exercise in pilates. Today, most people focus on the mat exercises, which require only a floor mat and training. These exercises are designed so that your body uses its own weight as resistance. The other method of pilates uses a variety of machines to tone and strengthen the body, again using the principle of resistance.

Getting Started

The great thing about pilates is that just about everyone - from couch potatoes to fitness buffs - can do it. Because pilates has gained lots of attention recently, there are lots of classes available. You'll probably find that many fitness centers and YMCAs offer pilates classes, mostly in mat work. Some pilates instructors also offer private classes that can be purchased class by class or in blocks of classes; these may combine mat work with machine work. If your health club makes pilates machines available to members, make sure there's a qualified pilates instructor on duty to teach and supervise you during the exercises.

The fact that pilates is hot and classes are springing up everywhere does have a downside, though: inadequate instruction. As with any form of exercise, it is possible to injure yourself if you have a health condition or don't know exactly how to do the moves. Some gyms send their personal trainers to weekend-long courses and then claim they're qualified to teach pilates (they're not!), and this can lead to injury. So look for an instructor who is certified by a group that has a rigorous training program. These instructors have completed several hundred hours of training just in pilates and know the different ways to modify the exercises so new students don't get hurt.

The pilates mat program follows a set sequence, with exercises following on from one another in a natural progression, just as Joseph Pilates designed them. Beginners start with basic exercises and build up to include additional exercises and more advanced positioning.

http://kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/exercise/pilates.html

Benefits of Body Massage

2009-04-17T17:28:00.000-07:00

My favorite stress-free activity nowadays if having a good body massage. Due to hectic schedule and exhausting duty, I pamper myself with a good, relaxing, destressing massage. I personally prefer a combination of shiatsu and sweddish because of its soothing yet hard effect.

Here are some of the benifits of Body Massage. Read On!

The Benefits Of Massage

What exactly are the benefits of receiving massage or bodywork treatments? Useful for all of the conditions listed below and more, massage can:

Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion.
Assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays.
Ease medication dependence.
Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow-the body's natural defense system.
Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles.
Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.
Improve the condition of the body's largest organ-the skin.
Increase joint flexibility.
Lessen depression and anxiety.
Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks.
Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.
Reduce post surgery adhesions and swelling.
Reduce spasms and cramping.
Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.
Release endorphins-amino acids that work as the body's natural painkiller.
Relieve migraine pain.

A Powerful Ally
There's no denying the power of bodywork. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (a luxurious treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen.

Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, than high stress. While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether in this fast-paced world may be idealistic, massage can, without a doubt, help manage stress. This translates into:

Decreased anxiety.
Enhanced sleep quality.
Greater energy.
Improved concentration.
Increased circulation.
Reduced fatigue.

Furthermore, clients often report a sense of perspective and clarity after receiving a massage. The emotional balance bodywork provides can often be just as vital and valuable as the more tangible physical benefits.

Profound Effects
In response to massage, specific physiological and chemical changes cascade throughout the body, with profound effects. Research shows that with massage:

Arthritis sufferers note fewer aches and less stiffness and pain.
Asthmatic children show better pulmonary function and increased peak air flow.
Burn injury patients report reduced pain, itching, and anxiety.
High blood pressure patients demonstrate lower diastolic blood pressure, anxiety, and stress hormones.
Premenstrual syndrome sufferers have decreased water retention and cramping.
Preterm infants have improved weight gain.

Research continues to show the enormous benefits of touch-which range from treating chronic diseases, neurological disorders, and injuries, to alleviating the tensions of modern lifestyles. Consequently, the medical community is actively embracing bodywork, and massage is becoming an integral part of hospice care and neonatal intensive care units. Many hospitals are also incorporating on-site massage practitioners and even spas to treat postsurgery or pain patients as part of the recovery process.

Increase the Benefits with Frequent Visits
Getting a massage can do you a world of good. And getting massage frequently can do even more. This is the beauty of bodywork. Taking part in this form of regularly scheduled self-care can play a huge part in how healthy you'll be and how youthful you'll remain with each passing year. Budgeting time and money for bodywork at consistent intervals is truly an investment in your health. And remember: just because massage feels like a pampering treat doesn't mean it is any less therapeutic. Consider massage appointments a necessary piece of your health and wellness plan, and work with your practitioner to establish a treatment schedule that best meets your needs.

http://abetterbodymassages.com/more-info/benefits

Evolution Explained

2009-04-07T04:26:00.000-07:00

One of my favorites. Read On!!!

One day a 6 year old girl was sitting in a classroom. The
teacher was going to explain evolution to the children.
The teacher asked a little boy:

TEACHER: Tommy do you see the tree outside?

TOMMY: Yes.

TEACHER: Tommy, do you see the grass outside?

TOMMY: Yes.

TEACHER: Go outside and look up and see if you can see the sky.

TOMMY: Okay. (He returned a few minutes ater) Yes, I saw the sky.

TEACHER: Did you see God?

TOMMY: No.

TEACHER: That's my point. We can't see God because he isn't there.
He doesn't exist.

A little girl spoke up and wanted to ask the boy some questions.
The teacher agreed and the little girl asked the boy:

LITTLE GIRL: Tommy, do you see the tree outside?

TOMMY: Yes.

LITTLE GIRL: Tommy do you see the grass outside?

TOMMY: Yessssss (getting tired of the questions by this time).

LITTLE GIRL: Did you see the sky?

TOMMY: Yessssss

LITTLE GIRL: Tommy, do you see the teacher?

TOMMY: Yes

LITTLE GIRL: Do you see her brain?

TOMMY: No

LITTLE GIRL: Then according to what we were taught today in
school, she must not have one!

"FOR WE WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT"

Snap Shots

2009-04-06T21:42:00.000-07:00

I found a new passion and that is taking pictures. I'm no pro, I just found it very relaxing and fulfilling. As much as I would like to take good, professional pictures, I only have my 8 mega pix digital camera with me. I'm wishing that someday I could own a high definition digital camera. My favorite subjects includes clouds and skies, flowers and street life.

Q & A

2009-04-06T09:33:00.000-07:00

Was browsing thru my friend meryl's site. I found this Q & A tag. I might as well answer this one for fun!
1. What color is your toothbrush? - pink and white
2. Name one person who made you smile today? - Byngkoy
3. What were you doing at 8 a.m. this morning? - Sleeping
4. What were you doing 45 minutes ago? - endorsing our patient to the incoming duty.
5. What is your favorite candy bar? - KitKat
6. Have you ever been to a strip club? - Nope
7. What was the last thing you said aloud? -"I MISS YOU BYNGKS"
8. What is your favorite ice cream flavor? - my top 3 faves are : creme brulee, double dutch
9. What was the last thing you had to drink? - Water
10. Do you like your wallet? - Nope
11. What was the last thing you ate? - banana
12. Have you bought any new clothing items this week? - Nope.
13. The last sporting event you watched. - figured skating over espn. *wink*
14. What is your favorite flavor of popcorn? - Caramel
15. Who is the last person you sent a text message to? - my hubby byngkoy
16. Ever go camping? - yup, during my YFC days
17. Do you take vitamins daily? - Nope
18. Do you go to church every Sunday? - Yes
19. Do you have a tan? - what? I am tan!
20. Do you prefer Chinese food over pizza? - nope, I still go for pizza.
21. Do you drink your soda with a straw? -yup
22. What did your last textmessage say? - "im home na byngks"
23. What are you doing tomorrow? - probably sleep till noon then blog whole afternoon
24. Where is 24? - huh? what?
25. Look to your left. What do you see? - my sister's room
26. What color is your watch? - brown
27. What do you think of when you hear of Australia? - kangaroo
28. What is your birthstone? - Emerald
29. Do you go in at a fastfood place or just hit the drive thru? - most of the time dine in.
31. Who's the last person you talked on the phone? - My byngkoy
32. Any plans for today? - you mean tonight? sleep... it almost midnight
33. How many states have you lived in? - ooppsss im from the Philippines...
34. Biggest annoyance right now? - nah...
35. Last song listened to? - Can't remember.
36. Can you say the alphabet backwards? - hmmm... will try that one later
37. Do you have a maid clean your house? - nope.
38. Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time? - yup
39. Are you jealous of anyone?- Nope
40. Is anyone jealous of you? - How should I know?
41. Do you love anyone? - God, my hubby, my family, my in-laws, my relatives and friends.
42. Do any of your friends have children? - Yep, i think almost all of them have kids na
43. What do you usually do during the day? - it varies.
44. Do you hate anyone that you know right now? - Nope
45. Do you use the word "hello" daily? - Yes.
46. What color is your car? - green
47. Do you like cats? - no.
48. Are you thinking about someone right now? - yup, my byngkoy.
49. Have you ever been to Six Flags? - Nope. what is that?
50. How did you get your worst scar? - bicycle accident when I was 5 yrs. old

Mangoes

2009-04-03T19:05:00.000-07:00

Mangoes are my second favorite fruit, next to durian of course!. I just love the sweetness the ripe mangoes bring to my palate. This fruits is very versatile too. There are probably a hundred and one ways to serve mango. It can be made into a mouthwatering dessert such as mango float, mango cream cake, mango refrigerator cake, fresh fruit salad and mango ice cream. It can also be incorporated into main dishes such as in the japanese cuisines. In addition, here in the Philippines, mangoes are sold in the sidewalks usually topped with shrimp paste or soaked in soy sauce. Mangoes are also exported worldwide, they are made into candies, its nectars and purees are sold in gallons and they are dried to perfection to make the famous dried mango strips. No wonder Mango is named as our national fruit!

New Moon

2009-04-03T18:59:00.000-07:00

Just finished reading the book, I might say it's just a "so so" for me. Nothing seems to interest me much except in the last part of the book. Some of the chapters are very dragging and somehow going around in circles. On the other hand, those going around the bush instances nicely explained the history of the book's different characters. Overall, the book is still worth reading and I would still say that it is still brilliantly written.

Picture Tag!

2009-03-31T00:51:00.000-07:00

Received this tag from my new found friend in the blogging world....Thanks to liezl Marie

1. My age on my next birthday

2. My Favorite Food

3. The place I'd like to travel to

4. My Favorite Place

5. My Nick

6. My Favorite Color

7. Profession

8. Hobby

9. Bad Habits

10. WishList
Now that I have stated my favorites.... Im not going to tag any specific friends, just anybody who feel like sharing their favorites.
Enjoy!!!!

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2009-03-05T02:49:00.000-08:00

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Twilight

2009-02-12T00:27:00.000-08:00

At first I was clueless what this TWILIGHT really is. I just thought is just another fictional movie that teenagers go gaga over with. When I finally read the book, I instantaneously fell in love with the story and was really impress how the writer, Stephenie Meyer, was able to combine fiction with facts! very intellectually written, I must say. The curiosity to follow Belle and Edward's story was made more intense when I watched the film. Though there are parts in the book that that was not portrayed in the film, still it almost capture the whole book. Now, I'm looking forward to reading the next 3 books. *wink*

I love Durian!

2008-12-13T16:49:00.000-08:00

Durian, a fruit in which Davao is very known for. It has many spikes and its size varies according to its variety. It is known for its odd odor and unique taste. People from other places may not like this fruit at first try while others instantaneously love its exotic taste. I came to love durian at an early age since our family is growing quite a couple of trees in our farm. We get to eat durian even if its off season and of course for free! As you may know, durian is quite expensive especially if it is not in season. Prices may range from P70 t0 P120 pero kilo if on off season and P35 to P85 if on season depending on the variety. To all of you who haven't tried this amazing fruit, visit Davao and get a taste of what exotic is in the truest sense of the word.

Chocolates, My Ultimate Indulgence

2008-12-10T03:09:00.000-08:00

I have no idea how or when or why did it started but Chocolate has been my ultimate indulgence for quite sometime now. Be it a local or an imported chocolates, I would surely munch on it. My love for chocolates is not only limited to the chocolate bars and kisses but also includes the chocolate cookies, ice creams and cakes or anything that is basically chocolate brown in color. I don't know if I may be able to control myself if given a chance to place inside a room full of chocolates. Hahaha! I'm keeping my fingers crossed, hopefully diabetes won't sink in. *wink*

Music and meeh!

2008-12-04T02:58:00.000-08:00

When I was in my elementary days, my father who is a musician in his own special way, enrolled me in a piano class. I was so hesitant at first since I would rather have ballet classes that a piano class. The first few meeting with my piano teacher since I was not that very receptive with the lessons he is teaching me. I eventually got the hang of it and started learning how to read musical notes myself. Then little do I know I'm playing nursery rhymes already. From that, I was furthermore encouraged to try on some new songs until I was able to play almost all the simple musical scores my teacher gave me. Thanks Sir Harold!. My music adventure was put on hault for 3 years, I was busy with studies since I was graduating from elementary and then adjusting to my highschool life. Junior year was the most relaxed year for me that I enrolled again, this time in an electone organ class. It was a challenged for since a lot of foot works is needed. The shift from piano to organ was kinda difficult on my part but a challenging one. Now, I am a regular chruch organist here in our parish, looking back I can say that I have no regrets in giving music a try.

Baking

2008-12-03T02:52:00.000-08:00

Influenced by my mother and my aunt, I started baking cakes and cupcakes at an early age. I find joy discovering new recipes and trying on the old ones. I sometimes combine different procedures in order to make a different new recipe. I'm not a pro on this hobby of mine since baking requires a lot of patience and of course needs a bigger budget. Someday I would like to pursue this hobby and who knows I might enroll in some baking class to refresh me with the basics and to learn a much more elegant ways of baking. In my future posts, expect some favorite recipes of mine. Ciao for now!

Dancing

2008-12-02T19:40:00.000-08:00

Ever since I was a kid, I must say that I really love to dance. Dancing for me is one form of self expression. I can't explain the feeling I have when I'm dancing. It's indescribable. When I was in my 2nd grade, my parents enrolled me in a ballet class. I was very delighted and very eager to learn graceful moves of a ballerina. But that did not happen for long time, I decided to stop because my schooling was affected and I was aiming for honors at that time. Even though I was able to continue taking ballet lessons, my passion did not stop there. In my highschool years, I got to join the arts and culture club wherein we perform every school activites their is in Stella Maris. In college, I joined the Ateneo de Davao University Dance Troupe and we got invited to dance in some of the special events here in Davao City. Now, Im planning to enroll in some jazz class in a newly opened school near my mother's residence. I guess nobody can stop me from dancing.

Davao City my Home

2008-12-01T00:42:00.000-08:00

I live in Davao City basically my entire life and I am proud to be a Davaoeña. Davao City is the cradle pot of Mindanao, meaning to say people living here are diversely rooted from different tribes in Mindanao. In terms of land area, Davao City is said to be the largest city in the world. In addition, Davao City is said to be one of the cleanest city in the world. I have been to many places and I can't help but compare it to my beloved hometown. Those places may have the tallest buildings, the widest malls, the biggest entertainment and amusement parks but I may say that they are not as liveable as Davao City is.