Losing My Sanity for Jacob Black

Last year, me, my sister, and my cousin watched Twilight on a Wednesday last full show (LFS) at TriNoMa, Cinema 7. We had continued the tradition by watching The Twilight Saga: New Moon last night, the same time, the same place.

The Side Trip

While waiting for my sister to arrive, me and my cousin bought a cup of coffee from Starbucks - a Cappuccino and a Java Chip Frappuccino. While on the line, we spotted Kimmy Dora. Since my cousin is a fan, I had taken a picture of them. Then we emptied our cup at Mc Donalds with a Mc Chicken and Nuggets. We also stop by at Mercury Drug to buy something to eat while watching the movie.

And so my sister came, we had a take out of fries and nuggets from Mc Donalds and we head on our way to Cinema 7. From the ticket line, we spotted Kiko, Amanda, and Mika of Surivor Philippines. But we did not pose for a picture. If it was Shaun, I'll surely get my cellphone for a photo, LOL!

Losing My Sanity

I am already anticipating the good, or shall I say the great, looks of Jacob Black. The movie trailer/teaser shows how he transformed from human to werewolf. I remember myself murmuring with amazement as Jacob takes off his shirt to wipe off Bella's blood in the forehead. And the next thing I knew, there were many from the movie house who giggled. Me and my cousin where entangled while watching the movie. And we would almost always move each other's shoulders whenever there's a scene showing Jacob's gorgeousness. I even lost count on how many times I have told my cousin how lovely Jacob's eyes were. I said to myself, 'Where have you been in the Twilight movie?', LOL! I really did not appreciate his appearance in the last movie for he appeared to be a villain. But now, I do fell in love with his eyes... and his body of course! Edward even looked unpleasant with Jacob's new look. I just don't like his nose.

Photo Credits: Twilight Guide

Photo Credits: Twilight Guide

Photo Credits: Twilight Groupie

Anyhow, too much of that Jacob thingy. One thing's for sure, I appreciate this installation more than that of Twilight. Highy recommended! Two thumbs up (4 thumbs up for Jacob, ROFL)!

I Enjoyed My Century Bangus Fillet in My Urbanathlon Race

For the first time in our (me and my angel) running endeavor, we have deprived ourselves of sleep. Aside from that, we had failed to do the necessary carbo-loading activity before the race day. As what I had blogged earlier, we have been sleepless since we had to watch a concert the night before. To make the situation worse, we failed to eat dinner. The last time that I had eaten a meal was around 3 in the afternoon; my angel was earlier than that. The next meal that we had then was at the strike of midnight. To my thoughts, my bestfriend will surely call it 'suicidal'.

I am dead worried if we could still make it to our much anticipated Urbanathlon Race. Well, this is more challenging than the previous events that we had attended. This time, there'll be five obstacles along the course - hurdles, body weaver, vertical climb, low crawl, and wall climb. Closing my eyes and laying my back on a bed sufficed the sleep deprivation. At least I had rested a bit. Thanks to my office buddy who allowed us to sleep over their house. I believe it was more than an hour that we had felt such rest.

We never wanted to be late, and so we hurriedly get up and prepare ourselves for the event. But we could never leave without filling our empty stomachs; otherwise, we might collapse and never finish the race. And as a girl scout wanna be, I smiled because I had a Century Bangus Fillet in my bag.

It was so handy and comes with an easy to open can. I heard my stomach is jumping and shouting for joy, ha ha ha. My angel's eyes grew in amazement too as he comes out from his shower. I read his mind saying, "Where did this Century Bangus Fillet came from?". I just posed my sweetest smile and offered him a fillet. I know it was enough to energize ourselves and overcome all the obstacles waiting for us in the Urbanathlon Race.

"Beep! Beep!", I heard my co-runner's vehicle arrived. We have not emptied our Century Bangus Fillet yet. But since it was handy, we just bring it over the vehicle to share with them too.

And so we arrived at the venue and face the challenges awaiting us on the race route. We finished triumphantly, and I never felt fainting or whatsoever. Here's a proof - the last of the obstacles - a picture of me climbing over the wall.



Crossing the finish line is a remarkable feeling for us runners. And in this Urbanathlon Race, I made it through the FINISH because of my Century Bangus Fillet.

Men's Health Urbanathlon and Festival 2009 Race Result

A day after the Men's Health Urbanathlon and Festival 2009, the race result and Photo Vendo captures were already out.

I just can't help myself but get disappointed with my race result, I really could have performed better if I did not queue in the long line of ladies in the wall climb. *sigh*



Anyhow, I finished 82nd out of the 119 female participants of the 5K with obstacles category.

Unlike in our 2009 Timex Run where Photo Vendo captures are readily downloadable, this time a printed copy of 4" x 6" or a high resolution soft copy will cost us PhP95.00. So, we're kinda hesitant to purchase one. But I am still making up my mind if I would order or not the following candid picture.


It's a picture of me after my vertical climb. For me, this was an achievement for most of the runners considered this as the hardest of all the obstacles.

Evaluating the festival as a whole, I should say that this had been an organized (successful) one. I would definitely join their challenge next year. I heard this had been made possible with the man behind the no-negative comments 2009 Timex Run. And I am a lucky one to have a pose with him, Coach Rio Dela Cruz.


Kudos to you Coach Rio! Will surely be joining the RunRio Trilogy next year!

You are the Greatest Gift

I turned 28 yesterday. It was just an ordinary day for me. I just filed a Birthday Leave from office and spent my day at home - in front of my computer. And here's what I got from being online:

My siblings simply knew how to make my day

To my thoughts, at this age, I am so blessed, and that my angel is the greatest gift that God had given me. But, I never really expected him to come by our house after office, after being Sleepless last weekend. To my utmost surprise, he told me that he'll drop by, and have a dinner with me. *all smiles*

And so he came, before my birthday ends. He handed me a Black Forest Goldilocks cake and a lechon manok from Baliwag Lechon. I immediately set the table for us to have a quiet and simple dinner. As I walk towards him, he showed me his new Samsung E1080 mobile phone that he got for free from his Samsung LCD Monitor P2250. At the same time, I found a red shirt beside him and asked, "Ano 'to? Bumili ka ng pantakbo?" I could not remember if he answered or not; but I just check what he just bought - and I got teary-eyed after seeing it. It was a Kerby Raymundo jersey! I found myself a little funny for I never asked him if it was for me, LOL! Well, the size fits me. Besides, he's more of a James Yap fan. So I believe it was for me, he he. To my excitement, I immediately wear the jersey and asked my cousin to take pictures of me, ha ha ha.

It's my birthday!

I'm all smiles with this picture, he he

The feeling I had is simply unexplainable. My flat and lifeless birthday celebration turned out to be something very very special. I even got a Garfield plush toy from my sister.

Thanks for this Garfield, Dalja!

Until I lull myself to sleep, and up to now, my heart is still rejoicing for the happiness brought to me by the people I love and love me in return. And as what I had in my Facebook status:

Mahal, YOU are the greatest gift ... and handing me that Kerby Raymundo jersey is a big big big BONUS!

Sleepless

Last weekend, I had a couple of activities: (1) Watch the Extraordinary Songs concert of Erik Santos and Sitti Navarro at Aliw Theater, CCP Complex, Pasay City at 9PM; and (2) Run at the Men's Health Urbanathlon and Festival 2009 at McKinley Hill, Taguig City at 5AM.

The week before the activities, me and my angel listed options so that we won't be late with the Urbanathlon. First option was to spend the night at Wensha Spa near CCP; but, we don't find it comfortable, coming from CCP and making our way straight to McKinley. The second option was to stay at Richmond Hotel in Ortigas; but, it was not a practical choice. So, we were left with the most practical option - to stay at B1's house. She's running with us anyway.

First Activity: Extraordinary Songs Concert

On our way to the meeting place (Gateway Mall at Cubao), we passed by heavy traffic at Rocka in Plaridel, Bulacan and Camachile - Muñoz stretch. In total, we traveled 2 1/2 hours. But we were still fortunate to arrive at the concert venue on time; only, we've got empty stomach. Still, we were able to enjoy the concert. Erik Santos is great with his Michael Jackson songs; especially the Black or White and Billy Jeans arrangements. The concert had been colorful with the special participation of The Company who had sung their hit songs in the tune of Single Ladies, Get Low, and Womanizer. The performance was simply great!

Sitti was equally great with her Bosa Nova songs. You'll surely fell in love with her voice. She's a great dancer too. I so love Erik's performance where he tried to mimic his friends from the industry singing the hit song Nobody in a mellow tune. Among the artists that he imitated were Mark Bautista, Sam Milby, Janno Gibbs, Christian Bautista, and Piolo Pascual.

Extraordinary Songs Concert

And of course, I won't forget Sitti's parade of wardrobe. She looked pretty in every dress that she wore that night.

We were truly entertained by the concert, and we were even more blessed for having the opportunity to have pictures with the concert performers and their friends - Christian Bautista, Mark Bautista, Sitti Navarro, and Erik Santos.

Marivic, Aiza, Phoebe, Christian Bautista, Madz, Kay, Belle, Mark Bautista, and Paulo

Mahn, Aiza, Christian Bautista, Marivic, Mark Bautista, Phoebe, Madz, Kay, Belle, and Paulo

Marivic, Aiza, Christian, Sitti, Phoebe, Dexter, and Paulo

Marivic, Aiza, Erik, Phoebe, and Madz

Among them, I only like Christian Bautista (my sister does too). I never really intend to pose for a picture with the other artists, but Phoebe (by special request, he he), grabbed my arms and drew ourselves closer to Erik Santos for a shoot. She just hesitated on giving Erik a kiss, LOL. Well, I truly understand it. If it was Kerby Raymundo, I'll surely won't think twice doing the same.

It was already past midnight. We haven't eaten anything, except for candy. So, we take out a Ranchero Meal from Tropical Hut and have it taken at Starbucks Coffee.

Christian, Aiza, Phoebe, Paulo, Madz, Barry, Marivic, Kay, and Belle

At 2:30AM, we called it a night.

Second Activity: Men's Health Urbanathlon and Festival 2009

We arrived at B1's house a quarter before 3AM. I am glad that she had woke-up easily with just a single text. I made myself feel at home and managed to rest my eyes an hour or so. But I failed to lull myself to sleep. Just a couple of minutes after, I had to get up already. We have to leave for McKinley by 4:30AM.

And God is so good that we arrived at the event venue ahead of time. We still managed to took pictures before proceeding at the staring line.

Leo, Madz, Zen, Cris, Jem, Roger, Pedz, and Mac

Paulo and Madz

We also take pictures before the gun start. But failed to do so in the race route since we already got low battery (we have taken so many pictures during the concert). Anyway, I believe we won't be able to take photos along the race because of the obstacles.

In this race, I promised myself not to walk. I will live by the event's name, to RUN. But of course, I have to slow down on water stations and obstacles. I had overcome three hurdles with the help of my angel. I had passed by the body weaver with no sweat at all (I thought that one was hard.) In fact, I felt I had gasped enough air for the next obstacle after weaving through those steel bars.

For me, the most challenging of all obstacles was the vertical climb of a building totaling 16 floors (8 floors up and 8 floors down). On the contrary, the going up is not that hard. I even told my angel as we go up that my feet seem to have mind of its own. They were climbing up the stairs without me commanding them, ha ha. I can't even make them stop. The going down was the hardest for me. I felt like dizzy. Knowing that I am SLEEPLESS last night. Nevertheless, I survived the vertical climb.

Then, we run again. But my angel felt a little ache on the left part of his stomach. So we have to slow down a bit. The next obstacle is the low crawl where I got itchy in my legs. I had to scratch it before the final obstacle, the 20ft wall climb. I could have finished earlier, but I got to queue in the ladies' line for the climb. I so wanted to climb along the boys, for I felt I can do it. But rather not force the matter, for I might fall. But I was a little bit disappointed with the time wasted waiting for my turn, he he (Just can't get over it.)

The Final Obstacle

I crossed the finish line with my angel and proceed at getting the freebies - Kenny Roger's breakfast, Finisher's shirt, Gatorade, and Mineral Water. And I was a lucky one to be picked in the raffle. I won a Cecon Shirt.

I am thinking that I can now elevate my running career a level higher - maybe taking the 10K category. What do you think?

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Me and my angel have been SLEEPLESS, but we were able to accomplish the activities set for the weekend - and ENJOYED every moment of it.

Good Luck on Your Job Application

I am one of the lucky few who do not endure the toil of finding jobs. I am fortunately absorbed by the company where I provide my service as an On-The-Job trainee. At the same fate, I had not undergone any formal interview, or worse – panel interview. Okay, I will brag about this one. Most probably, being a Magna Cum Laude gave me the gratis ET amore of being chosen and readily acquires a job without having undergone the process of job application.

But, after three years of service, I resorted to find another job – a new career. I am searching for personal and career development then. And so, I had experienced the exertion of true efforts in seeking for employment. I got a couple of interviews then, no exams.

Although I find it that easy searching for jobs, I believe some other experience it a little harder than I thought. Well, at least there are already online submissions of resumes where one can sought for employment in the comfort of his home, and in different companies at once.

But, one of the drawbacks of such application is, when you had submitted your resume to job openings of companies you failed to research about – companies’ about, mission, vision, and the like. I believe it is as vital as the benefits you’re after at for it will reveal if you would stay to the company long enough or not. Also, most of the time, job matches to your qualifications sometimes returns you inappropriate jobs.

Well, of course I won’t leave you empty handed. Instead of searching through popular job search engines, I recommend EmploymentCrossing. This site, like no other job search engines, requires payment. Yes, you read it right. The payment they asked of you is justifiable anyway. For the research that you, yourself, should perform is already done for you. Not only that, since they consolidated jobs from other job boards and employer career sites, you’ll get a quick and easy return to your job searches – analogous to a grocery that has everything that you are looking for. You need not jump from one site to another. For more information, before spending a penny, you can read their EmploymentCrossing Reviews section.

Good Luck on your job application!

Pictures From Photo Vendo

Another thing that I like about Time is Running, The 2009 Timex Run is their Photo Vendo. It is a race feature wherein cameras are strategically located along the race route, so you have to smile during the course of the race. I liked it because your running picture comes out naturally – no posing, no peace sign, and no fake smiles.

To my co-Timex runners, check your photo’s here. You just need key in your bib number (e.g. 04905) before hitting the search button. Well, unfortunately for me, no photos matched my bib number. Probably, they were unable to see my bib number as they captured my photo.

Good thing, I ran side by side with my angel, and that Photo Vendo had his pictures uploaded. Even I don’t really look great here (well, I always don’t look great, he he), I love these photos even more – capturing the real me while running.







Look at the plastic bag (our Gatorade) my angel is holding, plus the cellphone holder (it’s mine), and the camera (he’s my official photographer). Am I really that bad? LOL!

WIN a $20,000 Kitchen Makeover

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Dr. Oetker. All opinions are 100% mine.

For my avid readers, if there were any, you should probably know that I am a programmer by heart. But, I also found new love in blogging. And recently, I am falling in love with my new career, which is running. As for those who really knew me by heart, they knew doubtlessly that I wanted to be a chef. Maybe that is the reason why I normally requested my angel to have our house built with a nice kitchen. I told him that I would be spending most of my married life there, cooking for him and for our children. How about you? Do you also love cooking? Have you dreamt of having a gorgeous kitchen that you could almost stay there 24 hours a day?

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Well, if you were not the lucky one to win the grand-prize, you still got the opportunity to be one of the eight secondary winners that could win Whirlpool appliances. But if luck still does not find its way into you, cross your fingers for you might be one of the 2,000 people that will instantly win a Casa di Mama Pizza or a pizza cutter.

If only I’m a Canadian, I will surely ask my angel to prepare as early as now my desired floor plan of my would-be grand kitchen. And I will definitely won’t forget the island, *wink*. For the fortunate Canadians, the contest will end by January 4, 2010. To keep you posted, I would suggest you sign up to be a Savoury Moments Member! Good Luck!

What Will Happen on 2012?

Yesterday, instead of going home early to catch the battle between the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) and the Sta. Lucia Realtors (SLR - Chris Pacana's team), my feet lead me to SM North EDSA Cinema 7 together with my angel where my brother is patiently waiting at the movie entrance. It was a family night out, wherein, we watch 2012 movie. It was a much advertised movie that my sister and cousin had wanted to watch. Too bad, their schedule won't make it.

We're just on time for the movie. We arrived 8 minutes before the show time. Stephanie had already secured herself on her seat and even invited my angel to come watch the movie. My brother and his wife, Stephanie, my mother and her sister, and my angel and me were seated in a row.

Photo Credits: ScreenRush.co.uk

I have been encouraged to watch this movie too because my college peer had been outspoken with his thoughts about the movie. I remember him saying "ang ganda" a number of times. In addition, John Cusack starred at the movie. I sooo like Cusack on Con Air. But of course, I sooo LOVE Nicolas Cage. Ü

Photo Credits: ScreenRush.co.uk

Well, I am not disappointed seeing all the effects of the movie. In fact, when you ask Stephanie what happened, she will utter, "nabibiyak 'yung lupa". You would really find the effects of how the world will end with all those effects - earthquakes, volcanic erruptions, flash floods, tsunamis, name it. But of course the movie had its own glitches. Cusack and his family seemed to be the only one favored in the movie for they were very lucky for having passed all those falling buildings. Nevertheless, I can still say that it was great. You can even hear me scream once in a while. And I have to firmly hold my angel's hand everytime.

Only, I thought that the ship that they were talking about was a space ship, LOL! Even my angel and my brother thought so too. Oooooopppssss, I don't wanna be a spoiler. Just watch it and see for yourself. This could have been more amazing if it was shown in IMAX 3D Ü

Buying Medicine Online

Early this morning, before emptying my cup of hot chocolate, I drink my medicine since I am already anticipating my hate day of the month. Although I really don’t wanted to make myself used to taking medicines during my menstrual period, I got no choice; otherwise, I would be suffering from pain all day through – making me unproductive the whole day. Nonetheless, when I prefer to stay at home, I refrain from taking medicine and just hope to withstand the pain – until I lull myself to sleep.

One of the worst experiences I had with this hate day of the month thingy is when I got no medicine to kill the pain while I was at the office. And the only available medicine from our company clinic is the one which I grew immune to. So, I stand the pain until I was able to buy ‘the cure’ for my menstrual cramps.

I know my experience is simple as compared to those who got like, lower back pain. I know for sure that a simple pain reliever won’t suffice. I heard that one of the most effective medicines for such is the tramadol hcl 50 mg. This man-made pain relief targets the pain receptors in the brain. Thus, making you continue what you are doing, with no pain. But, come you cross into the same problem as I am, the unavailability of ‘the cure’ for your pain, you can buy online tramadol – 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week. When buying online these tramadol tablets – bluebook provided Live Help online and toll-free contact numbers for assistance to customers regarding medical needs.

But of course, you should take necessary precautions when buying such online. Make the appropriate background check; and make yourself knowledgeable, not only the online store, but of the product as well – its uses and side effects.

I am Already Registered at Men's Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2009

Yup! As what I have posted on PBA Freaky Friday, my November weekends will always be loaded. And so to pursue my running career (LOL), we finally registered ourselves to the Men's Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2009. Unlike the other running events that we had already joined, this one got obstacle courses along the race route. So, I am really anticipating that this event will be much more exciting, as well as challenging, for us runner buffs.



For this event, there is a centralized registration which is located at RUNNR Store, situated at B3, Bonifacio High St., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Philippines. The PhP450 registration fee is inclusive of the race kit (bib number), Men's Health November 2009 Issue, finisher's shirt (Yup, you really need to finish the race before you can claim your shirt.), and a Kenny Roger's breakfast meal.

I've heard that the obstacle for this year's race is even more challenging than last year's. Can't wait to pass by the hurdles and climb the wall Ü

Contest Isn't Over, You Can Still Submit Your Entry

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Incendia Health. All opinions are 100% mine.

Two months ago, I had blogged about my quest for blog contests; which, in turn find my way to the iLASIK Video Contest. If you missed that post, let me reiterate the super easy contest mechanics and fabulous prizes.

The aim of the contest is to promote better vision. In a more concrete way, it seeks to know how one’s life improved after getting a better, if not best, vision. To do so, a video is required to be submitted; hence, the contest title “You Gotta See This” Video Contest, showing proofs related to the contest’s goals.

In the few months that the contest had been published, a lot had already submitted their videos that vary from original music videos, videos on boxing and swimming, and videos that just show how their daily lives would improve. But don’t get disappointed this early, the contest isn’t over yet. You can still submit your video to grab the chance to win $5,000 Grand Prize.

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Victorious Day

November 15, 2009 marked another milestone in Manny 'Pacman' Pacquiao's career... and so do I.

I barely had my sleep the night before. But I had to get up at 2:30AM to catch up with our 2009 Timex Run. Gladly, my breakfast was sinigang na baboy, my favorite, I had eaten a full meal. Then, I set myself to go after all my preparations. I happen to see a runner of the same event riding the same bus as I am. I arrived at our meeting place on time, 5:00AM.

Christian, Aiza, and Madz

Our co-runners had their breakfast while waiting for the others. Good thing there is Mini Stop nearby. After a while, we are all set to go and proceed to the venue, Bonifacio Global City. My colleague ran for the 10K category. I see him worry when I mentioned that his gun start was 5:30AM. The result, he ran 16 minutes late after the gun start for their category. Fortunately for the rest of the group, we were able to position ourselves before the gun start.

I said to myself and to my angel that I will strive not to walk all the way to the first water station. Even though I am already feeling the firmness of my limbs, I dare not to stop running. I was successful. But, I felt like I can no longer finish the remaining of 5K stretch, and so I stop and walk for a while. Until such time that I already felt the energy to run again. This time, whenever I stop to walk for a drink or to gasp for air, my feet kinda felt pain. So, I got no resort but to run all the way to the finish line. Unbelievably, we crossed the FINISH line at 39 minutes 35 seconds.

Crossed the FINISH line at 39 minutes 35 seconds

However, this time is not accurate for I forgot to start my timer in the first minute or so. But, I got no worries in mind for The 2009 Timex Run used the Champion Chip (Thanks to RFID!); hence, my race result would be 99.9% accurate and reliable, unlike that of the 2009 Adidas KOTR Race Result. I ranked 875th among the 1218 runners.

Timex Run 5K Race Result

Our name was not reflected. Good thing the pictures reflected our bib numbers, he he.


It was a milestone for me. I felt I can run another 5K stretch after crossing the finish line. As we waited for our group, we wander around for the freebies, taking full advantage of the PhP600 registration fee. We got loot bag, ballpen, drinks, nesvita, and pictures (the event uses Photo Vendo).

Scanned Copy of our Group Picture from Photo Vendo
Pedz, Cris, Jem, Leo, Madz, Christian, Aiza, and Paulo

On top of those giveaways, Piolo Pascual and Coach Rio Dela Cruz were also around. But we were unfortunate to have a picture with them. But we do got picture with other celebrities like Jan Marini, Ricky Davao, and Tessa Prieto.

Jem, Madz, and Jan Marini

Leo, Jem, Cris, Pedz, Ricky Davao, Madz, and Paulo

Aiza, Christian, Tessa Prieto, and Madz

The best of it all, we were able to have picture with the winner of the event, a BulaKenyan. Ü

Leo, Jem, Kenyan Winner, Cris, Madz, Kenyan, (?)
Christian, Aiza, and Paulo

After the awarding ceremony, a free PayPerView of the Pacquiao-Cotto Fire Power, which, we all know who is THE LAST MAN STANDING, was shown in the BIG SCREEN, for FREE.

It was a VICTORIOUS DAY for me as a RUNNER. Pacquiao had been greatly VICTORIOUS against Cotto. And to complete the list, Purefoods TJ Giants (PF) had been VICTORIOUS against the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters (ROS) courtesy of Rico Maierhofer. *wink*

School Keepsake Books for Lasting Memory

I am a love of scrap book. My very first one contains a number of sweet nothings and simple pieces of paper that relates to special and not so special events of me and my angel. These keepsakes made me reminisce precious moments together, and sometimes laugh at the immaturity I had back then. I believe that valuable memories are the best gift you could ever give to someone. And so, the best way to give it is through these mementos.

Don’t bother if you are not artistic. I am not artistic, but I was able to have several scrap books and photo albums of moments I wanted to last forever. As a matter of fact, I also made one for my angel, during his oath taking as he ranked 9th in the Electrical Engineering board exams. I thought to myself, I could have such books when I was still a child.



In order to force you new mom friend to make one for their child, you could give her a penny laine baby book. Believe me; she’ll thank you in the future; more so, the child will be equally grateful. I feel much delight to see the progress of baby in a keepsake such as these. In comes with loose leaves between 50 and 60 decorative and titled pages. But if those numbers aren’t enough, you can add your own for it is packaged with a binder.

But if a child is already a grown up, and is already going to school, there is also a school keepsake book where he could place his memorable school days. I definitely love to have one. If I got one back when I was in elementary, I’ll surely make perhaps 2 keepsake books per year, he he.

On the other hand, if you don’t want to trigger the artistic side of the recipient, you could just simply give a nap mat that is perfect for daycare, preschool or kindergarten.

Paranormal Activity Made Me Dizzy

Photo Credits: Paranormal Activity

I am really, really, really, really... Okay, how many REALLY did I just said? I am really scared with the movie or 'documentary of sort' Paranormal Activity. At the very first scene, err... it is not yet a scene since it is only an acknowledgment of the Police Department for providing the video footage... I already stopped watching it. I just can't continue watching the film, knowing that it will somehow scare me. But, now that I know that the story is just a fictitious one, I got the courage to do so.

Well, if I didn't know that it was just a movie and not a real documentary, or true to life footage, I could have really stopped and would rather not finish it. But since I am aware that it really do not happen, although it may really happen, I began to criticize the film and pinpoint some scenes that could really open the minds of the viewers that it is just a movie, and not for real.

But anyhow, Paranormal Activity Made Me Dizzy. The movie itself seem to be a real documentary, where in the video is taken by the characters that moved so fast, and focused the camera to different directions. Those quick moves make me fill to throw up, and close my tired eyes as I watch it. Nonetheless, kudos to the director, Oren Peli for scaring me. He got me there.

Multitude Collection of Pearls

Last night, my sister told me to search for at the net and she will check out from her office mate if they had one at a discounted price. I am really not into jewels. I only got my earrings because my father gave it to me when I was still young. I only got my bracelet because my angel gave it to me as a souvenir from his China travel. And I only got my watch because of my new career, which is running.

But then, I gladly search the net and found some fascinating pearl pendants that I would really love to have. I guess this will fit occasions like the wedding of my other best friend this coming end of the month.

Well, I am overwhelmed by the variety and vast pearl jewelry from the Oriental Pearls. You could actually buy one in an instant. And since they really own the pearls, and not stand as agents or middleman, then you are assured that the price is of lower compared to those in the market.

Whew! I am tempted to love jewels with these multitude collection of pearls.

Ezy-Roller for Adventurous Kids

So, after I had written about cool Christmas present for children and for adults, have you made your Christmas list? To date, it is only 43 days to go before the season of gift giving. I’m sure you don’t want to tire yourself during the peak season of buying gifts for your godchildren and your precious kids. I suggest that as early as now, you make that list and think of wonderful gift ideas that you would want to give the kids… and the kids at heart as well.

Ezy-Roller

For adventurous type of kids, you might want to give them the Ezy-Roller. Unlike those that I found at the mall, this roller comes with three-wheel cart. It does not have any pedals, chain, or batteries. It simply moves forward as you move your feet. I know you’re familiar with this motor feature for it had been widely showcased on malls. But of course, I see this one’s more sophisticated and of higher quality. For a price of $99.99 of red, pink, or turquoise blue Ezy-Roller you’re sure that the recipient of this gift will enjoy it for 11 long years as it is suitable for kids aged 3-14. For safety purposes, a handbrake is built in the roller and maximum speed is about 12mph.

If your kids, on the other hand, are of home buddy type and who would love to play just around the house or in the backyard, a nap mat would be something that they’ll surely appreciate. But this gift will not be restricted to these reserved kinds of kids. This will also be a welcomed gift to those who love camping or mountaineering. It rolls up and has a Velcro closure with carrying strap that made it perfect for traveling youngsters.

But if the recipient would be someone that is kid at heart, like me, I would really be grateful if you buy me these personalized pillowcases.

Personalized Pillowcases

And I’ll definitely love green. You'll find all these gift ideas from Posy Lane.

Finally, My New Balance Power Run Race Kit

Finally! (Yes, I said it with a deep breathe.) Earlier, during lunch time, we claimed our race kit from The White Hat, SM Annex North EDSA for the rescheduled 2009 New Balance Power Run. We have long been waited to claim our race packets for it was just postponed last September 27 because of the raging Typhoon Ondoy.

I love both singlets (from New Balance and from White Hat). So, it's worth the wait.

My Race Bib

New Balance Power Run Singlet for 5k Category (10K Category is Red)

White Hat Shirt and Cap for TWH Team

Runner enthusiasts, see you on November 29, 2009 at exactly (hope I won't be late) 5:30AM in Fort Bonifacio Global City. Remember, we're running for The Carewell Community, Philippine Cancer Society, and I Can Serve Foundation Inc. So break a leg everyone!