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SM Advantage Card: Working On Your Advantage!

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It’s nice to be writing a blog again after a few months of laziness.. Well, i just got so excited by the experiences i had from my SM Advantage Card. If you’re an SM customer, and you don’t have their Advantage Card, sorry to say that you’re not enjoying the privileges that it brings to its members.

For quite a long time, i thought that it’s just one of the “swipe cards” that you would bring once you purchase something from the store where you’re a member of. Getting some purchase “points” that will require a thousand for you to enjoy a certain “treat” from them. But then, after a long time of using my SM Advantage card, it’s now really working on my advantage. I remember last Christmas of 2010 when i was able to shop for my kids worth 2,500 pesos credited to my SM Advantage Card alone, without shelling out money from my pocket! The kids were so happy that they enjoyed having a lot of new toys and clothes on Christmas day! Aside from earning points, there are freebies and discounts from time to time during promos.

2 days ago, i received an email from SM Advantage informing me that my SM Advantage Card was upgraded to PRESTIGE. SM Prestigeis the elite membership program of SM Advantage. It is composed of SM Advantage members who have reached the required spending level at SM, or have been nominated by SM retail establishments. SM Prestige membership is free and valid for two years. It has more benefits and privileges that are over and above those enjoyed by regular SM Advantage members.

           • Free 2-year membership
• Concierge services, valet shopping and priority fitting rooms at SM Department Store
• Priority check-out lanes at SM Supermarket and SM Hypermarket
• Free access to the SM Prestige Lounge
• Free delivery (with minimum purchase) at SM Appliance Center, ACE Hardware & Makro
• Valet Shopping at Toy Kingdom & Kultura
• Free gift wrapping at SM Department Store
• Seasonal promos, exclusive to Prestige members, from SM Advantage retail partners
• Discounts and freebies from partner hotels, restaurants, resorts, spas, fitness centers,    recreation and automotive establishments

Upon claiming my Prestige card, i also signed up for an SM Advantage CHARTIS, a Personal Accident Insurance that covers up to 100,000 pesos. Your SM Advantage card will be deducted with only 20 points per year to cover the insurance. Also, your SM Advantage card must maintain 70 points to be qualified for the insurance. It is really not just a benefit but also a great help to its members specially to those who drive their own automobiles. It’s an Accident Insurance, per se!

So for those who have’nt got their SM Advantage card, avail your own now so you can also enjoy all the perks, benefits and privileges that it brings! You may check out the SM Advantage website for more details.. http://smadvantage.com.ph

 


BULLIES and the BULLIED

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I hate kids that bullies their classmates. I think they need medical attention. My daughter’s been a victim of those. Bullies should not go to regular schools. They must have a proper school where all of their kind undergo a different disciplinary approach.
I am not an “overprotective” mother. But as a parent, we want our kids to study in a school where they can learn the right values and proper behavior w/o bullies that distracts them from learning. Parents who have bully kids must know that they have a bigger responsibility to discipline their child.
It all boils down to the parents.. Bullies are kids “nurtured” by their parents who spoiled them extremely during their toddler years. They are unaware that they are teaching their kids on how to be arrogant and insecure at a very young age.
We all love our kids that’s why we want to give them almost everything that they wish to have when they were still small. But we have to know that, there are factors that might affect their attitude and behavior as they grow and becomes a school child. Parents who spoil their children and always giving them what they want means showing a perfect” world to their kids. Which is contrary to our reality.
Parents must be aware that kids should learn how to live in an “imperfect” world as all of us lives in. That there will be times, that what their kids want, they will not have even if we really can provide them. Toys are cool, but playing is more important. Anyone can play with a toy. But imagination will never exist without thinking.
Parents must encourage their children to play with other kids as they grow rather than playing with a lot of toys alone. With that, kids will develop how to deal with different characters of other kids that they play with. They will learn the value of giving, humility and friendship.
Everything that a child learn starts from home. Let’s give them a better one. Cheers to us, parents! :)

SHADES OF NAILS

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I really love having manicure and pedicure. Of course with the shades of nice colors that brightens my finger nails. I used to have foot spa with manicure and pedicure at F Salon for only 300 bucks.

Then i transferred to Nail-a-Holics, tried their very pampering nail services. Their regular manicure pedicure costs 500 bucks, so it’s kinda pricey.

with my friend Eurie, branch manager of Nail-a-Holics SM Calamba

But recently, i tried Ystilo Salon, which i liked a lot because their manicure lasts for a long time, without having any scratches or blisters in a week even if you always wash your hands or do some laundry stuff. Their regular manicure pedicure costs 400 bucks. This is my latest nail shade, bright pink whick i really love!

bright pink shade from Ystilo Salon

CLASSES STARTS!

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1st day of classes has always been exciting for me since i was still studying. But today, i get more excited for my eldest daughter who is now on her 2nd grade in elementary!

Here are some of her photo snaps on their 1st day of classes before going to school with her cousin, Emilio. They both go with the same school now.. ;)

We were’nt able to take some photos in their school because it was already late, and raining. But the two were very happy meeting new friends from their new school.. ;)

EXOTIK RESTAURANT

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Another weekend family foodtrip that we actually had last last week. I just posted this today ‘coz i had a technical problem with my Lenovo. This foodtrip adventure came all the way from Kalayaan, Laguna only a few kilometers away to Paete.

We did’nt realize that the trip will be longer than we expected. So we came there past 1pm, for a late lunch and our tummy’s were already growling. The difference of Exotik Restaurant from other stand-alone restaurant is being “exotic” from their name itself. They have real exotic animals around that you’ll be able to see as you explore the whole compound.

the monkeys

This is the first time that i’ve seen a huge snake, its body is as big as a cicumference of a body of an average person! There are also monkeys and other exotic birds being caged for safety and viewing purposes.

SAMANTA, 19 yrs old, 18 feet long, 200+ lbs

We ordered a native chicken tinola that served as our soup, pinakbet and of course one of their exotic dish, the “ginataang kuhol” that gave us an exotic food trip experience.

sago't gulaman in pineapple juice


pinakbet

native chicken tinola

ginataang kuhol

With regards to the ambiance, it was very farm-like environment because of the huts that served as their dining area. There are still spots undergoing renovation, but in totality, the place was great.

These are some of my shots within the restaurant.

pasalubong store

their sensual restroom ;)

cave bar

The Philippines Holds First “Spring Cleaning Day”

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Hello everyone! As part of my advocacy on a “Clean and Green Philippines”, and environmental obligation, i would like to share this event to everyone. Participate and be a part of it!

Five cities in Metro Manila will demonstrate how the country can save lives, time, and money, as they join the first-ever “Philippine Spring Cleaning Day (PSCD).”

In its goal to push for cleaning and sanitation as one of the most effective ways to lower the country’s disease burden, representatives from the Department of Health (DoH), UP-National Institutes of Health (UP-NIH), Pediatric Infectious Disease Society of the Philippines (PIDSP), Reckitt Benckiser, Lysol, and several local government units are calling for better sanitation through the institution of the first Philippine Spring Cleaning Day.

On May 11, there will be a simultaneous cleanup across five cities, namely Makati, Mandaluyong, Pasig, Manila, and Pasay.

“We hope to educate as well as to encourage the habit of cleaning and disinfecting of Filipino homes through this annual event,” says Marichu Gozun, Senior Brand Manager of Lysol.

According to a joint study commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), at least 20 million Filipinos are exposed to poor sanitation. This means that one-fourth of the Philippine population has poor hygiene practices, do not have the benefit of an accessible and safe toilet, or do not dispose of human waste properly. The fact that less than half of Filipinos wash their hands after using the bathroom is a very telling statistic that speaks of the country’s unfortunate attitudes towards cleaning and sanitation.

Being one with the PSCD’s advocacy to educate Filipinos about the significance of cleaning and disinfecting, DoH Environmental Health Chief Dr. Rodolfo Albornoz says that families should be mindful of the harmful effects of poor sanitation not only on their health but also on other aspects of their lives.

For instance, poor sanitation affects productivity. “The rhinovirus–the virus responsible for approximately 50 percent of the cases of flu and the common cold in both adults and children–causes Filipinos to lose an average of eight school or work days a year,” shares Dr. Albornoz. Consequently, poor sanitation also results in increased economic losses.

The campaign’s concentration on household cleaning is highly significant because proponents of the PSCD believe that even the home, which is supposed to be every family’s place of refuge, can be unsafe. They note that bacteria dwell on everyday things in the home that are taken for granted. “What people do not know is that they are more likely to get sick from germs and viruses in their own homes than in any other place,” says PIDSP President Dr. Lester Deniega.

UP-NIH Executive Director Dr. Lulu Bravo agrees. “We invite everyone to take part in this initiative and join the fight against diseases,” ends Dr. Bravo.

Indeed, intensified cleaning and disinfection will go a long way towards helping the country save time and money, reduce economic costs, and increase productivity as well as people’s overall health and productivity.

Be part of the first public and private initiative for cleaning and sanitation, and join the Department of Health, Lysol and partner organizations as they celebrate Philippine Spring Cleaning Day on May 11. For more details, log on to www.philippinespringcleaningday.com and like them on Facebook www.facebook.com/philippinespringcleaningday.


GOODBYE FRIENDSTER?!?

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The Social Networking Site who started it all.. FRIENDSTER! Now waving its hand to say goodbye to its friends.. :(

I first learned about Friendster back in college, in 2003. It was introduced to me by a classmate and my close friend as well. He told me that he’s enjoying meeting cute and nice girls on that social networking site. I even laughed at him about it and tease him for those girls. But eventually, i signed up for an account.

Everybody’s talking about Friendster back then. Meeting other people from all walks of life was easier  in just a click of add as a friend. Customizing of profiles was super fun! I even started blogging through Friendster blogs in 2004.

In 2009, i decided to delete my Friendster account. Reason? I got bored. And because Facebook has given me a dynamic approach in social networking. And the rest is history.

And now, although Friendster is not closing down, they are about to CHANGE their platform as a game application on Facebook. They have admitted that their reign was over.

It is always a life cycle. Things fades through time. Somebody will be better than the new one. It is somehow a challenge to be creative and innovative not to be left behind. And even so, adaptation must be the best way to overcome such. And that’s what is happening now to Friendster.

Goodbye social networking site Friendster! Hello to game application FRIENDSTER! :)

TOOTSIE’S in TAGAYTAY

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Last weekend, our family decided to go out of town to have lunch, and we chose Tagaytay because I’m craving for a bulalo dish. We came to see and try a Filipino Cuisine restaurant that has a bulalo in their menu. It was in Tootsies restaurant in Tagaytay. It is located along the Aguinaldo Highway, near the Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

It was past 1pm, when we arrived there, and there are only a few eating. They have a very hospitable reception staff who greeted us as we walk through its French inspired doorway. When we got inside, we saw a not so old lady reading a newspaper together with her son, and surprisingly they greeted us with a smile. I’ve found out that the woman is Tootsie herself, the owner of Tootsie’s Restaurant.

The theme of the interior of the resto is very homey, with  couches and medium tables that are designed for families who dine together. We ordered of course, the bulalo which i was craving for, pinakbet, turon, pineapple shake and their authentic comfort food, pancit buko.

Their bulalo is served on a small palayok, where you will feel the native taste of the beef. Their bulalo is different from other bulalo dish because it has langka and tomato sauce in it. But entirely, the taste is awesome. I am a “soupy” eater so, i really enjoyed it. The pinakbet is also satisfying, as well as their turon with langka syrup poured on top.

We were so full then, that we cannot eat the pansit buko. So we just took it out and ate it for merienda as we got home. We were amazed by the comforting taste of the buko, that has a pansit canton in it. I love the Filipino dishes in Tootsies and we will definitely pay a visit again there. ;)

NICE, MERALCO!

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It was not so long ago, when i experienced one of the best customer service from a utility company in one of their branch. I just want to commend their good service to their customers so, they deserve a nice review here in my blog.

I was with my eldest daughter, a seven-year old kiddo when i went to Meralco’s Calamba branch to pay for our electricity bill. There were long queues for each counters, so i kinda got irritated because i hate waiting. Much to my surprise, a customer service lady approached me and told us to go to the “express lane” because I am a customer who’s with a child. The personnel told me that the express lane is for customers who has a child with them and also for senior citizens and pregnant women. So, i feel good that i dont have to wait for the long queue to pay for the bill, and in just 2 minutes, I’m done!

I hope that all of Meralco’s customers would be able to experience that convenience when needed and of course if eligible. Other utility companies should follow that practice too. ;)

MANILA OCEAN PARK VISIT

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Well.. My youngest daughter, Venice turned 2 last Thursday. So as our birthday treat to her, our family decided to go for a kiddie adventure. Our destination? Manila Ocean Park. This was our first time to visit the place, so everyone’s excited even us, parents..

We arrived 15 minutes earlier, just in time for the opening of the theme park. We took some pictures on the entrance and bought their 500 peso per head promo package ticket. It includes 4 attractions to visit, the Oceanarium, Dancing Jelly Fish, Marine Life and The Sea Lion Show.

Before we start the attraction hopping, we had our early lunch at Northpark, had 2 roasted chicken, Canton noodles, Fried shrimp in sweet and sour sauce, java rice and a tower of iced tea. After our delicious brunch, we stroll around the mall inside the Ocean Park to check on some stores and souvenir shops. The kids were able to buy two Dora umbrellas!

Then we headed to The Sea Lion Show, where the two Sea Lions from the US, Vincent and Isabelle showed us their wonderful tricks that really entertained us, especially the kids. Then we proceed after to the Oceanarium, which is my favorite attraction in the Manila Ocean Park. As shown on TV whenever it’s being featured, it has a huge aquarium, where you can see the hundreds of different species of sea creatures. The aquarium tunnel gives us the feeling of being inside a submarine, and under the sea!

We took a lot of pictures and videos almost everywhere we can. But inside the Oceanarium, camera flash is not allowed. Anybody can take pictures, but without using the flash of the camera. Anyway, it’s part of protecting the sea creatures not to get distracted by the sudden flash of light, so it’s for their own good.

Inside the Oceanarium, there is a kiddie library area, where kids can read a lot of books about the different sea creatures. There is also a puppet show area, for students on field trip. We stayed there for a couple of minutes, to take some rest.

My husband and I tried the Fish Spa, wherein small fishes bites your skin, as you dip your feet into the pool. They call those little fishes, Doctor Fish because of its healing power. They eat the dead skin of the area that is near to them and at the same time healing them. We really felt invigorated after, though it’s tickling on the first few minutes. It was a real laugh trip for us, because we where laughing the whole time when those fishes tries to bite the parts of our foot.

Then we visited the Dancing Jelly Fish where the transparent jelly fishes changes its color everytime their aquarium light changes. It’s very relaxing to watch, that relieves stress. There were tubes of aquarium where different types oy jelly fish smimming around to show their beauty. We took some lovely pictures of them everytime the light color changes.

The last attraction that we visited was the Marine Life, where we were able to see the Sea Lion up close. Funny thing that we think they knew that somebody’s watching them, so they showed us some tricks even if their trainor is not around. Synchronize swimming everywhere and even creating some noise.

The Manila Ocean Park adventure was great, and the kids loved it, except not totally, by the birthday girl, because she was afraid of the big fishes inside the Oceanarium. But along the way, she was able to enjoy some of the attractions. Till next family adventure!

SM City Calamba Grand Opening

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It was a TGIF, when SM City Calamba had its grand opening located along the busy road of Real. i remember when i blog about it back in December 21, 2009 where it is still on its first month of construction. I am totally impressed about SM’s wikipedia info of its target opening date, which is October of 2010 because they absolutely hit it!

Of course, how can i miss that opening? our house is just 5 minutes away from the mall.. though we were’nt able to get our feet stepped in as early, atleast we managed to. ;) The people were so overwhelming, and a huge foot traffic covers all the floors of the mall. It’s like we’re on a rally or something.. like an Edsa revolution, where we cant barely move as we try to walk around.

Worst thing? It took us ages to get a table to eat, because all of the food places were jampacked! customers should even have to wait for the long queue of the restaurants just to have lunch. it’s like everybody was there!

But then, good thing that we were able to meet and have a photo with the Honorable Laguna Governor Goerge “ER” Estregan Ejercito. He was so nice, friendly and always smiling. And the best thing? He smells sooo good! ;)

There were a lot of kids who’s with their families, students from different schools, flocks of teens who wants to be there. There were super big LCD monitors used for the store presentations that can be found on the front entrance and on the trade hall area. Some establishments are not yet open, but most are ready to serve you! The other building is still under construction, which will be the SM Cinema and Cyberzone area. Heard that it will be a 10-theatre cinema, but it was not yet confirmed. it can be possible because the building is huge only to cover a cinema and a tech hub. That will be a great news for a movie fan like me! and a tech junkie!

What im not impressed about is the SM Calamba’s parking area. As we all know, SM is known for being a great parking space provider. But, they did’nt managed to bring much area enough for the customers with vehicles. That’s the main dilemma of SM Calamba. I just think that, maybe because of these two reasons: First, they did not expect that there will be many customers that owns a car in this place. Or second, their parking space is limited only by the lot that they have acquired. We also dont know, if there will be future plans of extending the parking area, because the building 2 is still under construction. So we’ll just have to wait and see.

Anyway, the whole weekend of SM Calamba’s opening was a BIG BANG! Everyone’s excited, everybody’s happy! Because finally, SM got it all for Calamba! ;) ;) ;)

KARATE KID, a review

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When we tried to watch A-Team last week at Festival Mall in Alabang, a long queue for KARATE KID was overwhelming.. There were so many movie goers especially a bunch of kids along with their families.

Last weekend, we were able to watch this Kung Fu movie of the great Jackie Chan, and the cute lil boy, Jaden Smith who is the son of the very proud dad, Will Smith! Who also, happens to be one of the producers of the movie.. Great break they did for their son, which his mother Jada Smith was also a part producer.. :)

This is a story about a young boy, who grew up without a dad due to a demise. But his loveable and caring mom was still able to make it on their own.. Moving to China, where most of the kids knows how to “Kung Fu”, made “DREW”, Jayden’s name on the movie, fearful of the “karate kids” that always try to bully him.

With the help of his mentor, Jackie Chan, who played the role of Mr. Han, made it possible to conquer his fear. With determination and discipline that Mr. Han has taught him, Drew made it to win as the Champion, that made him, THE KARATE KID!

With a great sense of humor all throughout the movie, anyone will really enjoy watching this with your family and loved ones! An inspiring movie for the kiddos! Thumb’s up for Jaden Smith!

RYUMA Japanese Restaurant

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it was mother’s day, and as what we enjoy doing, we celebrated it with a fantastic dinner, from the new opened Japanese restaurant in Paseo de Sta. Rosa.. RYUMA Restaurant!

it is operating only for a month now, and surprisingly they are doing so well when it comes to “patrons”.. this restaurant caters an authentic Japanese cuisine that will surely attract more and more diners from any race of any kind..

i love the interior design of the whole restaurant, as well as the accommodating greetings coming from their staff, with a Japanese language. as we enter their sensor door, which opens as soon as it “senses” customers, we were stunned by the hip yet eccentric look of their floor layouts, as well as their table settings!

some tables have wooden seats, and others have comfortable couches.. with a black and white theme, their metal framed tables and marbled table top makes it so appealing to dine.. and their lighting is vibrantly bright!

there are two flat screen TV’s mounted on the wall for entertainment but only Japanese programs are being showed. they also have a “gig bar” which i think serves as their additional entertainment for live shows enthusiasts.. the whole place is furnished with Japanese statues, that looks like soldiers wearing an armored attire.

on their table setting, a warm towel is assigned in each person, which comes with a cold tea.. a Japanese eggplant, which tasted like “pinakbet” served as their appetizer, followed by slices of pickles and buttons of onion.

food wise, they are superb in bringing the best about the authentic Japanese dishes, and hard drinks that made us try their SAKE, which i can compare locally to a “GIN”. they are known for their raw foods, such as fishes and sea veggies. their MISO soup is extremely invigorating to drink while it’s hot.

as our main dish, we ordered the TOKUSEI, placed in a “kalesa”-like container. it has the assortment of raw fishes and veggies, and a sticky Japanese rice topped with herb green leaves, cut in strings.

another one is their MIXED NIGIRI, bite-sized rice covered on top by assorted raw fishes and pink salmon altogether. the distinctive flavors lightened up by the slices of lemon, included in the platter. their banana shake is also good that served as our “chaser” while having some shots of SAKE..

it was a fun-filled dining experience which made us appreciate the Japanese cuisine more and more.. and as their compliment on mother’s day, every mom was offered with a Japanese flower as a lovely gesture..

you may try to dine at RYUMA Restaurant, it’s cheaper than you expected.

CONTI’S Pastries and Restaurant

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one of the few restaurants that can be found in Solenad, Nuvali in Sta. Rosa City Laguna is Conti’s Restaurant. it is located beside Italianis Restaurant, but it is more spacious, having a second floor dining area..

Conti’s caters a wide array of culinary dishes, and pastries as well. i had the indulgence to dine there, a dinner date with my husband as we celebrate a significant day to us.

we went there during its dinner peak hours, but gladly we managed to get a cozy seat for the two of us. there were so many customers, mostly in groups such as friends and families enjoying their dinner together.

as our appetizer, we ordered their most favorite Gambas y Champinon al Ajillo, these are spiced shrimps and mushrooms in olive oil.

we enjoy eating seafood and fish so we ended up with their Salmon dishes.. i ordered the Salmon Salpicao, served with buttered corn rice and apple potato salad as a side dish.. it’s like chicken chunks sauteed with butter and garlic, that tasted like fish adobo.. then a big slim glass of mango shake served as my drink..

hub ordered the mouth-watering, the Conti’s Baked Salmon, a Norwegian pink salmon baked with their very own topping, served with buttered vegetables and paella rice. the salmon topping was so cheesy blended with white cream sauce, that tasted like a lasagna.

it was a full and contented dining experience, healthy and flavorful dishes that Conti’s Restaurant have that will surely make their customers keep coming back to them to try all from their menu.

ON MOTHER’S DAY :)

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mama, mom, nanay, inay.. whatever name we wanted to call them, they are all the same kind.. they are our mother. when all of us were still at our tender age, we were just kids waiting for our mother to cook our food, tuck us in bed, and do most of the things for us.

in most of us, “mama” was our first word to say when we were just babies.. i guess we dont have to wonder why, primarily because, all of us children came out from our mother’s womb. and the very first heart beat that we had, was inside our dearest mother. she was there during our “dependent times”.. and when we reached the point that we think we can make it on our own, she’s still there to support us, and pick us every time we fall. she never misses to care about our feelings, our problems, and who always wants us to be happy to see the beauty of being a child.
i remember when my mama told me, “when you will have a child in the future, when you become a mother of your own, you will understand me.” well, what she has told me was very true, and all the parents would agree. i realized that it was a tough job for her to be a mother to us.. i was not even on the half of her motherhood, but i am experiencing how hard it is to be a mom, but on the other hand, it is more rewarding and joyful to be a mother..  to raise your kids, seeing them happy and innocent yet fragile.. the completeness of being a woman could not be attained unless she becomes a mother of her own.. yes, it is true.

we all have to celebrate being a child, and being a mother.. love your mom and be grateful that she’s one of our beloved parents, who never gets tired of protecting us, loving us, and accepting us. they are gifts from God, as well as our children making our stay in this world worth living.. :)

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY TO ALL THE PROUD MAMA’S IN THE WORLD!

RISE by GABRIELLE

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im a great fan of Gabrielle! her songs ensembles the mixed emotions of a lady, and all the challenges that a girl encounters along her journey of life, and love. very empowering, and inspiring! i’l post more of Gabrielle’s songs.

ENJOY IT! NOW PLAYING.. =)

“Rise”

I know that it’s over
But I can’t believe we’re through
They said that time’s a healer
And I’m better without you
It’s gonna take time I know
But I’ll get over you

[Chorus:]
Look at my life
Look at my heart
I have seen them fall apart
Now I’m ready to rise again
Look at my hopes
Look at my dreams
I’m building bridges from these scenes
Now I’m ready to rise again

Caught up in my thinking, yeah
Like a prisoner in my mind
You pose so many questions
But the truth was hard to find
I better think twice I know
That I’ll get over you

[Chorus]

Much time has passed between us
Do you still think of me at all?
My world of broken promises
Now you won’t catch me when I fall

WHEN PROBLEM BECOMES A PROBLEM

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In times of trouble, how do you survive? How do you deal with the problem that comes into your way? Are you the “passive” type? Or the “active” type? From the famous tagline, “different strokes for different folks”, we deal and treat with our problem depending on our capacity to think and analyze things.

There are 2 kinds of problems, the unexpected and the foreseen. Problems that happens accidental and is beyond our control can be categorized as the “unexpected problem”. These are scenarios that  just pops out suddenly in our life that we cannot do anything but to deal with it. An example of it would be, a loss of a loved one, a demise. Although all of us are expected to die eventually, but we don’t  expect it to happen soon! So when it happens, although it’s painful, we must deal with it.

The next kind of a problem is the foreseen. Well, we don’t need to be like Nostradamus, or a psychic to predict things to happen. Actually, in reality, most of our problem falls in this category. We tend to do things that are not very well thought about before executing it. If you may notice, there are problems that happen in our lives which should not be happening at all. Because of our carelessness, and passiveness to a potential problem that may occur, it evolves into a certified “mind-bugling” scenario without us noticing it. Then there goes the problem.

Another tagline, “paralysis of the analysis”, when you keep on thinking about a certain situation, that suspends your decision, the execution just hangs in somewhere. You cannot figure out a certain direction that will lead you to decide whether you want to do it or not.

Thinking three steps ahead before making a decision would be the best tool to come up with a great outcome in decision making. It’s like a chess game, that every move you make is three steps ahead of your goal. It is like preventing a potential problem to happen. If you can make yourself to have that kind of ability, life will be so easy. And you would have a lot more time to enjoy it, rather than spending most of your time in thinking about your problem and the solution to it. As we all know, PREVENTION is better than CURE.

Life is what you make it! Why not make it fulfilling and happy. Life is too short, people! (^,-)

WHEN DO YOU SAY, “IT’S OVER.”?

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When do you say.. IT’S OVER.? Is it really over? Or is it just a suspension? Many people say that love is full of mystery. There are things that we cannot understand why? We cannot explain how? We cannot figure out when? And we cannot define where?

Love has always been the greatest word of all time. And being in love has always been the greatest feeling anyone could ever have. Every relationship has its own history to remember. Some are sweet, some may be painful, and most HAPPY!

There are a lot of books that explains how to understand the difference between a man and a woman’s perspective when it comes to love and relationships. A famous tagline would be, “men are from mars, women are from venus”. The explanation with this would be simple. That both sex came from two different planets with different behaviours. The two are extremely different.

In most cases, men are dominantly dictating while women are faithfully submissive. It’s the norm, but should it always be the “norm”? Sometimes, when you feel like it’s not anymore fulfilling being submissive to your man, a woman should think and re-assess the real status of the relationship that she has with him. If you think that your rights are being deprived, you can always say “no” and refuse to submit.

We all have choices, equal choices that were clearly defined by the Law and by God. And every choice that we make has its own consequence and purpose, much more the responsibility for any risks that may involve in such decisions. We may have all the choices, but we’re not perfect. We decide for something that we think would benefit us at the most, or would benefit others more than us. In short, our decision depends on our state of mind for the moment. Deciding being selfish, or deciding being selfless.

There are a lot of reasons why things should be over. Why relationships must end. And why we must stand for the decision that we made. Even if it could be a wrong decision in the future, the important thing is, you have decided.

Life is like a long flowchart. You must always decide every turning point. You follow the flow and the path to where your decision takes you, until you reach the END. The question would be, did you have the best ending? Then the question, “WHEN DO YOU SAY IT’S OVER?” will have an answer.

Life is beautiful, enjoy your flowchart! =)

LEGION MOVIE, a review

Posted by weng on

Legion is an apocalyptic-thriller film, directed by Scott Stewart. the primary casts are  Paul Bettany, Lucas Black, Adrianne Palicki and Dennis Quaid.

the story is all about the other way of doomsday.. on how God will exterminate mankind, as He loses faith to humanity because of the evil doings of the living people. in this film, it conceptualizes a different apocalypse in which God uses His archangels to possess each and every human to become a zombie-like creature to kill each other as a way of exterminating the world’s population, as the last judgement.

there is only one archangel who believes that there is still hope in the human race.. a hope for change to become good. and that is archangel Michael. He went down to prove to God that people can change, by protecting the unborn child of charlie, a young waitress in a New Mexico diner, who then, doesnt want her baby.

the baby that she’s about to give birth to is a sign of hope for humanity. it’s an action drama, that will make us realize our wrong doings in this planet, that there is still time for repentance.

watch the movie, and meet the archangels of God.. =)

a very touching movie.. two thumbs up! 5 stars!