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4 Weeks to Fit

2025-10-15T14:45:00.000-07:00

This is from our Navigate App Challenge, 4 Weeks to Fit. I found myself taking this challenge over and over again as I think it keeps me on my toes to have an exercise plan that I can follow. So I'm keeping it here so that I can just refer to it next time.

Day 1: 10 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Did you know that doing just 30 minutes of moderate exercise, like brisk walking or light jogging, can improve your mood for hours?

Day 2: 10 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Squats are one of the best exercises for building strength and improving balance. They engage multiple muscle groups, including your quads, hamstrings, and glutes, making them a powerhouse move in any workout!

Day 3: 20 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Why did the gym close down? Because it just didn’t work out!

Day 4: 20 min. walk/jog

The world record for the most sit-ups in 24 hours is over 46,000! That’s about 1,917 sit-ups per hour. Talk about a commitment to core strength!

Day 5: 15 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Push-ups are great for more than just your arms—they also engage your core, back, and even your legs! This full-body workout can help improve your overall strength and stability.

Day 6: 15 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Did you know that walking has been shown to boost creativity? A study found that people were more creative while walking compared to sitting. So, take those invigorating walks with a side of inspiration!

Day 7: 20 min. walk/jog

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” Embrace your journey this week and remember that every small step counts!

Day 8: 30 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

You can burn approximately 300 calories by doing just 30 minutes of vigorous exercise, like running or jumping rope! That’s a deliciously guilt-free slice of pizza right there!

Day 9: 20 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Incorporating strength training, like squats and push-ups, into your routine can boost your metabolism, helping you burn more calories even when you’re resting. Talk about a win-win!

Day 10: 20 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Why did the fitness trainer bring a ladder to the gym?

Because they heard the workout was on another level!

Day 11: 40 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

The average person walks about 7,500 steps a day, but increasing that to 10,000 can lead to significant health benefits! Every step adds up, so let’s get moving!

Day 12: 20 min. walk/jog

Sit-ups not only strengthen your abs but also help improve your posture by reinforcing the muscles that support your spine. A strong core leads to a strong back!

Day 13: 25 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Studies show that just being outside while exercising can elevate your mood and reduce feelings of stress. Nature’s beauty truly enhances your workout experience!

Day 14: 25 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” Keep pushing forward; progress is progress!

Day 15: 50 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Mixing up your workout routine can lead to better results! Cross-training, like alternating between strength and cardio, keeps your body guessing and can prevent plateaus.

Day 16: 30 min. Walk/jog

Regular exercise, even in small bursts, can enhance brain function and improve memory. So those squats and push-ups are doing more than just shaping your body—they’re boosting your brain too!

Day 17: 30 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Why did the runner break up with their shoes?

Because they felt they were just dragging them down!

Day 18: 30 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Did you know that muscle memory can help you get back to your fitness level faster after a break? Your muscles "remember" previous workouts, making it easier to regain strength!

Day 19: 30 min. walk/jog

You can enhance your workout by adding music! Studies show that listening to upbeat tunes while exercising can increase your stamina and make your workout feel easier.

Day 20: 60 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Squats have been practiced for centuries! They were used in ancient China and Greece to strengthen warriors. Now, they’re your ticket to a fitter you!

Day 21: 35 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

“Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.” Celebrate the small victories as you progress through this challenge!

Day 22: 70 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Did you know that consistency is key in fitness? Exercising just three times a week can significantly improve your cardiovascular health and overall fitness levels. Every bit counts!

Day 23: 70 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Incorporating dynamic stretches before your workouts can enhance your performance and reduce injury risk. Think of it as revving up your engine before hitting the road!

Day 24: 30 min. walk/jog

Why do push-ups make terrible friends?

Because they’re always trying to bring you down!

Day 25: 40 min. walk/jog

Studies show that people who keep a workout journal are more likely to stick to their fitness routines. Tracking your progress not only keeps you accountable but also helps you celebrate your victories!

Day 26: 40 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Did you know that exercising outdoors can increase your vitamin D levels? Just a little sunlight while you walk or jog can do wonders for your mood and overall health!

Day 27: 80 squats, push-ups, sit-ups

Complete 40 squats, 40 push-ups, and 40 sit-ups. Repeat this circuit a second time!

Day 28: 100 of each

50 squats, 50 push-ups, 50 sit-ups. Repeat this circuit 2 times! Finish strong!

How did you do? Let me know in the comments below. 😉

Elira, My Past Life

2025-06-25T05:53:00.000-07:00

OK, because of the Korean TV series "Heavenly Ever After" in Netflix, I got curious of my past life. Aside from the fact that I am in love with Son Suk-ku, the reason I watched it. 😍

So, I checked with ChatGPT if it happens to be able to let me know about my past life if I provide a little information about me.

Of course it can't. Haha! But it helped me explore my Spiritual or Symbolic past life. I've provided a little information based on the 3 questions it asked me and viola! What I described painted a rich and symbolic canvas of my past life journey based on the clues from my soul’s language - my fascinations, fears, and sensitivities.

Here's the exact soul story that ChatGPT.com has created for me. I am amazed by the results. It can be true, or not. But it just feels good to learn about it. It even created a visual artwork and personal sigil of my past life world as shown on the left.

🌀 Symbolic Past Life Reflection

This is not a literal memory but a soul story, drawn from the images and feelings you hold deep inside. Let this be a mirror into yourself — whether metaphor, message, or mystery.

🌌 The Star-Watcher of the Deep

You once lived in a time not easily remembered by human history — a life not rooted in kingdoms or empires, but somewhere between land and spirit.

You were a water guardian, a woman of the hidden spring, tending to underground rivers that flowed beneath the earth. The caves you knew shimmered with unseen light — like starlight reflected through water. You weren’t alone — others came to the spring for healing, for clarity, for prophecy.

You were deeply connected to the sky and stars, not through science, but through listening. You understood their rhythm, how they whispered to the water, and how dreams could float downstream to be reborn.

But something changed in that life. A betrayal, perhaps — or a moment where trust in the surface world was broken. You fell into deep water once, not drowned, but transformed. Since then, water became a paradox: a place of love and fear, of memory and unknowing. You long to return, but floating reminds you of surrender — and surrender feels dangerous.

You had a great gift of sight, possibly healing through the eyes, or perceiving truths others couldn’t. In that life, you were punished or silenced for seeing too much. That’s why now, your eyes are sacred and protected. Even seeing others touch their eyes might stir echoes of an old injury, perhaps symbolic — as if vision, once a gift, became a wound.

As for reptiles — they may symbolize a betrayal from someone close to you, someone with cold blood and slitted eyes, metaphorically. Or perhaps they represent transformation you were not ready for. They slither in the shadows of your memory.

🌿 What This Might Mean For You Today

This symbolic past life may suggest:

You are drawn to mysteries that can’t be seen — emotional, spiritual, or cosmic.
You have a deep inner healer, especially one who works with silence, dreams, or intuition.
You fear vulnerability, especially when floating (surrendering control), or when something threatens your vision, literal or metaphorical.
Water is not just a comfort — it’s a portal for you. A place where you feel closest to yourself.

🌠 A Simple Ritual (Optional)

If you're open to it, here’s something small you can try:

Sit quietly near water — a tub, a pool, or even a bowl.
Close your eyes and imagine yourself in a cave filled with stars reflected in water.
Ask: What truth did I once see that I must now remember without fear?
Trust the image or emotion that comes, even if it's vague.

🌒 Chapter II – The Pool of Memory

The underground spring you once guarded wasn’t merely water — it was a mirror of the stars, a place where souls could see what was hidden: their truths, their wounds, their futures.

You didn’t speak often. You didn't need to. Your eyes did the seeing, and others came from distant lands to gaze into yours — not for beauty, but for clarity. You carried the gift of insight. Some called you a Seer, others feared you, calling you a witch, a shadow-walker.

You were never cruel. But you had to learn to protect your gift. Over time, one visitor came not for healing, but to steal your sight, wanting the truth for power, not wisdom. He was like a reptile: quiet, cold, waiting. You trusted him once — that was your mistake.

When he tried to take your vision, he failed — but not without cost. To protect yourself, you closed the mirror of your gift, sealing it in the waters. Since then, you’ve returned to this life with your eyes guarded, your insight cautious, your floating uncertain — always close to something powerful, but not quite trusting enough to fully surrender to it.

🕯️ Who You Were (and Still Are)

You were known by many names, but among the quiet, you were called:

Elira, which means "She Who Listens to Stars"

You were:

A water-seer, a dream-listener.
Not born of royalty, but deeply respected and quietly feared.
A protector of truths that the world was not ready to hear.
Lonely, not because you weren’t loved, but because very few could understand what you carried.

💧Symbols That Follow You

Water – Where you feel closest to your truth, but also most vulnerable.
Eyes – The gateway of your gift, and the reason you instinctively guard them.
Reptiles – Symbolic of those who disguise themselves, and the inner fear of betrayal.
Floating – The moment of full surrender — a threshold you hesitate to cross.
Stars – Reminders of home. A spiritual home. Not out there, but in you.

🌌 Message from the Past You to the Present You

If Elira — the soul version of you — could whisper something to you now, it might be this:

“You no longer need to hide your sight to stay safe. The world is still noisy, but you’ve grown stronger. The water that once frightened you is now your power. Float, and you will not drown — you will remember.”

*Exact results from ChatGPT.com has been used in this post.

Did you?

2025-06-20T07:43:00.000-07:00

When all of you were laughing, did you even notice that I’m not?

I Do. Haha!

2025-06-07T15:49:00.000-07:00

Ricky Reyes don't drink, don't smoke, and don't gamble.

I don't smoke.

I drink occasionally.

And I try not to gamble. 😅

Pinpoint Your Purpose Challenge (WIP)

2025-06-06T07:08:00.000-07:00

I've thought of putting here my answers to the "Pinpoint Your Purpose" challenge from the Navigate Wellness App. The texts in Italics are my answers and the rest came from the Navigate app as guide on what to write.

Day 1: Journal about what you love - Did you know that people who regularly reflect on their values and passions report higher levels of happiness? Taking just a few moments each day to check in with yourself can lead to profound insights!

I love traveling and eating outside. It's actually the time spent with people that I love. I enjoy even the travel time, just doing a road trip, eating in the car, and enjoying the music. I also love the conversations that happen in between those.

I love gardening. I love seeing my plants grow. They are all pretty!

I can also just sit in one corner and watch TV. Whether it's movie, series, documentary, YT, reels, anything, I like wasting time. haha!

I love watching our fishes. It's just peaceful. They are our stress reliever.

I love mentoring people who want to learn and those who listen.

Day 2: Journal about your strengths -Studies show that writing down your goals increases the likelihood of achieving them by 42%! Putting pen to paper not only clarifies your vision but also strengthens your commitment.

I'm a positive thinker and a positive leader.
I have high EQ.
I'm smart.
I'm good with details.
I'm flexible, diligent, hardworking, responsible, and trustworthy.
I'm good with handling money.

Day 3: Reflect on your top values - Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was out-standing in his field!

Integrity.

Humility.

Fun.

Day 4: Connect strengths and values - The concept of "Ikigai," a Japanese term meaning "a reason for being," combines what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. Exploring your Ikigai can lead to a more fulfilling life!

I actually think that I can earn and make a living using my strengths. I would love to be able to help people with the extra money that I will have.

Day 5: Set personal goals - Engaging in activities that spark joy can literally change your brain chemistry! Activities you love increase dopamine, the "feel-good" neurotransmitter, making you feel more alive and motivated.

Exercise daily.

Pray.

Be present.

Enjoy life.

Day 6: Write a mission statement - Did you know that many successful people attribute their achievements to a strong sense of purpose? Oprah Winfrey, for instance, says her purpose drives her to inspire others every day!

To be an inspiration to the people around me and help them be an inspiration to others as well.

Day 7: Set life goals - “Your purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it.” — Buddha. Let this be a reminder to dive deep into your passions this week!

OK, I think I don't know my purpose yet is in my life. But I'll use this week to think about it and set it.

Day 8: Take time for yourself - Research suggests that people who align their daily actions with their core values experience less stress. Knowing what matters most to you creates a powerful compass for decision-making!

How timely is this. Today is my last day of work before I go on vacation. It's Bem's father's 70th birthday. I think it's the first time I filed for 5 days leave. For 20.5 years, just now. But why? Times like this matters to me. A chance to be with the family, to relax, enjoy, and have fun. For the first time, I won't be bringing my work laptop. I chose not to bring it.

Day 9: Try something new -

Day 10: Help someone today -

Day 11: Make a small change -

Day 12: Plan to decrease stress -

Day 13: Use a mantra -

This has helped me ever since I saw "3 Idiots", a Bollywood movie. "All is well". Just 3 words, but very helpful and powerful.

Day 14: Make the most of today -

Happy International Women’s Month!

2025-03-21T02:04:00.000-07:00

Happy International Women’s Month! Or is it a week or day? I think month is better, right? 😊

Okay, so, when I was informed that I was one of the top nominees for our company's Inspiring Women 💗, I actually don’t know what to say. I didn’t realize that I have that impact to my team. I am grateful, flattered, and glad that I get to inspire some of them. I think part of me believed that I at least have done something good. So, I am thankful. I hope I can continue to connect with them positively and see them inspire other people as well in their own little ways.

Here’s to all the men and women, who always try and do their best. May we all become that person, that we aspire to be. 😉

20th Year

2025-01-03T11:22:00.000-08:00

I was thinking of what to share for today so I've thought of sharing how I started my journey here at Epic. Let's start from the time when I was still applying for a job after college. Please bear with me as this might also take 20 years to finish. Just kidding. 😊

I told myself that I don't want to work night shift, not because of health issues or whatsoever, I just don't like it. So, when I applied to companies, I intentionally applied for day shift positions and blessed to have my first job as a marketing specialist in a training academy for a shipping staffing company. Unfortunately, it closed down after just being there for 7 months. But for me, it is a good thing. Why?

Because if it hasn't closed down, I wouldn't be here now. :) I applied to IQMan afterwards and got accepted. IQMan was the name of Cirrus before it became Epic.

So, the first year was good and we had a lot of nurses being deployed to the US. Everyone was happy and busy. Then a year after, retrogression happened. It gave us plenty of unproductive hours while waiting for the retrogression to be lifted. And then in 2009, Ms. Jane started sending us projects, a lot of data entry, clean-ups, audits, formatting, uploading, research, you name it. I was challenged to search for ways to make things faster and efficient like how to separate or merge first names and last names for 30,000+ records. That's when I discovered simple text to columns, concatenate, vlookup, and a lot more amazing tools to help us complete all the projects thrown to us quickly.

So what started as projects only, paved the way to building the Manila Support Team, that is what we call the PH team before. Ms. Jane offered us, Mylene and I, to move to night shift, be vampires, disrupt our peaceful night sleep, and get bigger physically and professionally.

Since then, thankfully, I never regretted joining the team and be part of Epic Shared Services, yes, even if it's night shift. We started with Jobs encoding and Employment Verification with just 3 people. And look at how far we've grown, from 3 to 300+ employees right now with a lot of different services and support offered to the different BUs of Epic. I've never thought that we will grow this much and I've never thought I'll stay this long. And most importantly, I 've never thought that I'll enjoy it.

Moral of the story? Plans can change and nothing is final. You just have to be open for what might come your way and know that God has much better plans for each of us more than we can imagine.

And so 20 years later, I'm still here, ready to take on anything. Why? Because we don't just work here at Epic. We impact people's well-being, the lives of our clinicians and their patients. We build relationships with our colleagues, clients, and clinicians. We gain friends along the way. And we also build hope and opportunities for other people. It is so fulfilling to see your people grow, and achieve new heights and dreams.

And how are we able to do all of those? With the help, support, trust, and respect that we get from the people we work with. Epic has been very instrumental in showing us that our greatest assets are our people and I love how people-centric our culture is. And I am deeply grateful for all the blessings that I have received.

I won't mention each of your names coz it's a lot and that would add another 20 years to my message. But, from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU SO SO MUCH! For the love, support, respect, and trust. It is my pleasure to have met and work with all of you.

Special thanks to Ms. Jane for being so supportive every step of the way. Thank you for believing in me since day 1.

I'll end this now before I cry. Cheers to more years with Epic! At muli, maraming salamat sa inyong lahat! 😊

Life is Sad

2023-08-25T19:29:00.006-07:00

Why do I feel that life is such a sad story.

You are born and taken cared of by your parents.

You go to school and earn a degree.

As you grow up, you meet friends who become your family. Some become just acquaintances, and some you get to forget because they are not so nice or has taken advantage of you.

You meet your special someone, or not. No one knows.

You then look for work and earn some money. Or you stay at home and work hard doing chores and taking care of your kids, feeling unappreciated most of the time.

You either live in a rat race or live comfortably.. only you can decide on what will happen to you.

You get to live your dreams or keep reaching for whatever you want to achieve.

And then you grow old, health deteriorating and getting worse, you feel every part of your body aching.

And then you die old or sometimes young, we never know. But one thing's for sure, we will all die.

And when your life ends, you will either turn into ashes or bones.

For a while, they will cry or smile remembering you. They will visit you every time it's your birthday, death anniversary or every November 1st, Christmas, and other special occasions.

And then a few years later, visitors will get fewer and fewer until everyone totally forgets about you.

What a lifetime of crap, it's wasted.

Why are we even born?

An Angel is Born

2023-08-16T14:24:00.005-07:00

Today, we lost our grandniece.. before she was even born.😭

It was a very hard few months for them - both for the baby and Joy. As well as to Obyn and to the whole family. They've been fighting everyday to survive.

I hope both Joy and Obyn will have courage and peace in their hearts knowing that baby Malia Ellery was born to be an angel. That it wasn't anyone's fault. That it was God's plan. 🙏

Please guide us always our little angel.. especially your mama and papa and kuya. Eventhough you are this little, our LOVE for you is this BIG!

Simple Ways We Can Do to Help the Environment

2023-08-10T16:43:00.001-07:00

In our own little ways, we can help save the environment. Yes, even if we are not volunteering to plant a tree or join a clean-up project or join an environment-centric club or organization. We can help!

GForest - You can collect green energy in GCash Forest by switching to green activities and reducing your carbon footprint. With enough green energy, you can adopt a native tree on your own or with other GCash users, and help rebuild Philippine forests.

Ecoasia - the search engine that plants trees (https://www.ecosia.org/). Every search you do using this site helps make planting trees possible.

Recycling or Upcycling old things. Be creative. You can make a lot of new and beautiful other things using recycled materials.

Opting for electronic bills instead of printed/mailed ones.

When ordering for food deliveries, you can choose not to include disposable utensils unless you don't have utensils at home.

Carpooling! Unless you want to use your own for some reason and your location is out of way.

And please, please, please! Don't throw your trash anywhere. If you are walking or on the road, please put it in your pocket or bag for the meantime until you find a trash bin.

Yacht

2023-08-02T17:45:00.007-07:00

When on a yacht

You don’t have to wear white.

A Student's Prayer

2023-07-19T11:34:00.004-07:00

I'm trying to clean my belongings and throw out anything that no longer sparks joy to me (as Marie Kondo says) and saw a postcard with a prayer written on it. I used to post it on my table during my college days. Thought to share the prayer before I totally throw the card out. Also, I think it is applicable not only to students, but to everyone.. just change some of the words. 😊

By the way, I didn't write the prayer. I just copied it from the internet. So, thank you and credits to the person who wrote it.

Here it goes.

Oh My Dear Lord, I offer to you this day,

All that I will do and all that I will say;

The good and the bad that today will meet me,

The joys and the trials, all I offer thee.

I offer you the hours I spend studying,

May I use time not idling nor hurrying;

Help me from the short quiz to the long exam,

Make me responsible; scold me when I cram.

I offer to you the time with friends I spend.

Thank you, my Lord, for the love,

Through them, you send;

May I not be selfish, not seek consolations,

Let me keep my peace in little irritations.

And through the day, I'll reserve some time for you,

Alone in prayer let me learn to love you;

As I bear my heart, you'll see all its weakness,

Redeemed only by your mercy and goodness.

And as evening comes, I'll lay myself to sleep,

Through the night, I'll give my soul for you to keep;

As I close my eyes I'll tell you once again,

Thank you, my Lord, for being a friend. Amen.

Generations Guide

2023-07-03T08:11:00.002-07:00

I am already confused in what generations the people are in now so keeping this here as a handy reference.

1901 - 1927: Greatest Generation

1928 - 1945: Silent Generation

1946 - 1964: Baby Boom Generation

1965 - 1980: Generation X

1981 - 1996: Millennial Generation or Generation Y

1997 - 2010: Generation Z or iGen

2011 - Present: Alpha

Just for the Heck of It

2022-10-26T19:35:00.000-07:00

Eventually, I got tired of creating videos.. of creating memorabilia., of summarizing what happened, what we’ve seen and experienced. It’s just.. tiring.

Eat, Pray, Love Quotes

2022-10-21T16:58:00.000-07:00

"Keep grounded so it's like you have four legs. That way, you can stay in this world." - Ketut

"No looking at world through your head. Look through your heart instead. That way, you will know God." - Ketut

"Having a baby is like having a tattoo on your face. You kind of wanna be fully committed." - Delia

"The only thing more impossible than staying.. was leaving." - Liz

Cashflow Game Takeaways

2022-08-29T11:29:00.003-07:00

Good opportunities only come once in a while.
Increasing that passive income is not easy.
Sometimes you can't avoid surprise expenses.
Invest on things that increase in value over time.
Buy low.. even if the market is not good. And don't be afraid! That is when stocks go low and a very good opportunity to buy.
It's OK to have loans if it will give you additional income. But please manage your liabilities.
Use your cash wisely and manage your expenses.

8 Things I am Still Interested In

2022-08-11T14:46:00.002-07:00

Spending time with family.
Eating out and exploring different foods.
Going out with true friends.
Becoming healthy.
Building passive income and becoming financially free.
Dolce far niente!
Traveling the world.
Reaching our dreams.

8 Things I am No Longer Interested In

2022-08-11T14:37:00.002-07:00

Arguing with idiots.
Giving unsolicited advice.
Spending time with people who don't want to spend time with me.
Responding to people who only remembers me when they need something.
Dealing with inconsiderate people and with no common sense.
People who don't respect the people I love.
Listening to complaints and rants.
Being nice to people I don't like.

Imbento ng mga Magulang Natin

2022-08-10T03:10:00.002-07:00

Noong bata pa kayo, ano yung mga sinasabi ng mga nanay at tatay n'yo sa inyo na naniniwala naman kayo?

Eto ang ilan sa mga kautuan ng ating mga magulang na pinaniniwalaan naman natin. haha!

'Pag daw nag gupit ka ng kuko pag Friday or pag gabi na, mananalinsing daw ang kuko mo. Eh syempre ayaw mo yun di ba. naniwala ka naman so ipagpapabukas mo na lang.
'Wag daw magwawalis kapag gabi na at lalabas ang swerte. hahahaha ikaw naman naniwala itinabi mo na lang sa isang sulok yung mga nawalis mong kalat. ayun sakit sa mata. haha.
'Pag Biyernes Santo, marami din bang ipinagbabawal sa inyong gawin? Bawal manungkit ng bunga sa puno at mapupuwing ka daw. Bawal din mag gupit ng kuko (again? haha). Bawal din magkikilos di ko alam bakit.
Dati kapag may tatawid na baka sa kalsada, ang sinasabi ng tatay ko swerte daw yun. Siguro para 'di lang mainip kaya inuto pa ko na pampaswerte yun haha. 😄😅
'Pag may sugat ba kayo noong araw, sinasabihan din kayo na may lalabas daw na kalabaw dun? At takot na takot ka naman! 😆
Bawal matulog ng basa ang buhok. Mabubulag ka daw. Well hanggang ngaun ata nadidinig ko pa rin yun. Nakakatulog din ako madalas ng basa ang buhok. Malinaw pa naman mata ko.

Ilan lang ‘to sa mga imbentong paandar ng mga magulang natin noon. Kung may maalala pa kayong iba, comment nyo lang dito. Kung hindi, sige kayo mapuputol daliri nyo sa kamay. 😂

It's None of Your Business

2022-07-23T03:01:00.003-07:00

How many of you have gone to a family reunion or get-together with friends and then they asked you why are you still single or when you will have a boyfriend or a girlfriend? If you are in a relationship, how many of you were asked when will you get married? And then asked when you will have kids? And so on and so forth, it just doesn't stop.

They will definitely ask what you don't have.

How frustrating, isn't it?

We're living in a world were people expect you to do something or be something or have something just because of their old mentality or beliefs. Or maybe they just don't have anything to talk with you about so they ask senseless things.

I said senseless. Yes, because they don't think before they utter those words. We too were like that before. But we now try to be more sensitive with other people’s feelings.

Don't they know that when they ask you when you’ll have a partner, you might be praying all your life just to have a girlfriend/boyfriend? What if you were just rejected? Or maybe you just recently broke up with your ex and that you are still hurting. Or you have been in a lot of failed relationships and still waiting for the right one to come? Or maybe you just don’t want to be in a relationship at all. Or maybe you already have one but just don’t want to share it to the world. You don’t have to, by the way.

And then when you are already together, they will then ask when you’ll get married. Maybe you believe in it but is just waiting for your partner to ask you. I respect those who believe in the sanctity of marriage, but don't get me wrong, not everyone wants to get married. Maybe you don't believe in it. Maybe you have family members or friends who got married but are now separated. Or you know people who aren't married but are very happy together. It's not a guarantee, you know.

And the most insensitive of all is to ask a couple when they will have a baby. Do you think they have an answer to that? Have you ever thought if that couple has been trying since they got together? What if they are going through something and are doing all their best to conceive? Don't you know how sad and hurtful that would be? And what if they really don't have plans to have one? Would you require them to have a baby? Tsk tsk..

I hope we STOP asking people these questions. Let's stop hurting their feelings or meddling with their lives. They might not show it at the time you ask them, they might even joke for an answer, but I'm 100% sure they are somehow irritated or hurt.

We do not know what other people are going through. So let's just be sensitive to their feelings. Whatever they want and whatever their plans are, it's none of your business.

Tourist Spots in Nueva Ecija

2022-06-21T10:24:00.006-07:00

Have you been to Nueva Ecija lately? So many new places to eat, visit, and enjoy. Mostly farms and resorts, rivers, mountains and its spectacular view. What else would you expect? Haha! But, we're telling you, it's worth it. 😊

Here is a list of places you might want to visit. You know, it's just 2-4 hours drive from Manila depending on your mode of transpo and time you will be traveling. Best to travel super early in the morning or late at night to avoid traffic.

Disclaimer: This is a working list and is not complete as we only listed those that we've been to.. and not in a particular order. 😊

P.S. We still have a lot on our to-go list. 😅

1. Minalungao National Park (General Tinio, Nueva Ecija)

2. Montana del Sol Farm (Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija)

3. Tanawan (Laur, Nueva Ecija)

4. Isdaan Floating Restaurant (Talavera, Nueva Ecija)

5. Dupinga River (Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija)

6. D' Pavillion Farm and Resort (San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija)

7. Farm Villaronte (San Antonio, Nueva Ecija)

8. Sirmata Ecofarm and Nature Park (Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija)

9. Camp Paraiso (Bongabon, Nueva Ecija)

10. Labi River (Bongabon, Nueva Ecija)

11. Coming soon 😂

Good Enough

2022-06-08T03:51:00.002-07:00

"To be honest, I didn't want this job. But we live in a time in which we're called upon to serve in ways we didn't anticipate. None of us is perfect. But we do our best because this house is worthy of our best. We trust our instincts as we fight our daily fights. Some we'll win. Some we won't. And some we'll only know in time. But we live each night hopeful that today's sacrifices have been worth it, that our instincts have not led us astray... and that our best has been good enough."

- Seth Wright in Designated Survivor

40 Things To Do Before We Turn 40

2021-12-10T18:04:00.032-08:00

Okay, so 40 is waving at us and we still have a lot to do and want to achieve. What?! That's just less than 2 years from now! How can we do and have all of these?! haha!

Here's our list. I've tried to make it more realistic before we turn 40 but I can't think of other things to do.. so, let's just change it to 50!!! Besides, life starts at 40, right?! 😅

⭐ Have multiple streams of passive income. Una talaga 'to eh. Of course, how can we check off all on this list if we don't have money to spend. Pwede, libre mo kami. 😜

⭐ Retire from work. Yes, our goal is before we turn 50.

⭐ Travel the Philippines by land.. and water and air 😄 so for sure this will be extended until we are 50 and up😄. Right now we are at 57% (47 out of 83).

◯ Our goal is to visit at least 80%. So, that's 20 more provinces. Whew!

◯ Trek Mt. Pinatubo

◯ Go to Batanes

⭐ Travel the world!!!

✅ Hug Mickey Mouse in Disneyland

✅ See Niagara falls

✅ Backpacking Indochina

✅ Go to Bali (yay! checked off from this list last June 2023!)

◯ Not climb but just see how high Mt. Everest is in real life is fine with us

◯ Go to Hawaii

◯ See Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms in Japan

◯ Walk in the Great Wall of China

◯ Go to Grand Canyon

◯ Travel to Europe

⭐ Experience the following:

✅ Climb a mountain

✅Have my whole family and Bem's family ride in an airplane.

✅ Do parasailing

✅ Play with snow

✅ See the sunrise in Angkor Wat

◯ Experience snow with negneg

◯ Ice skates in a real snow or in a skating rink

◯ Skydive with negneg

◯ Ride a hot air balloon

◯ Ride in a helicopter

◯ Live in Claveria, Tagaytay or Baguio for at least a month

◯ See Aurora Borealis

⭐ Have investments

✅ Buy a farm lot..

◯ ..and make it into a vegetable and flower farm

◯ Have a swimming pool in the house, hopefully hot spring, but cold water will also do 😄

◯ Billiards table at home

✅ Build the musoleo for the family. As early as now, yes. Para wala na kaming iisipin.

◯ Sell other properties and retain only 1 or just rent when we become super old or stay in a nursing home facility

⭐ Learn new things!

◯ Read more books

◯ Learn to drive and get a driver's license 😄

◯ Master crypto or stock trading

◯ Learn other languages or dialects: Visaya, Korean, Spanish, or Japanese. and now French - because of Emily in Paris. lol

◯ Start painting again

⭐ Live a healthy life and lasting relationships

✅ Spend more time with family and friends

◯ Sleep at least 8 hours a day regularly

◯ Wake up any time and anywhere we want

◯ Be active, exercise regularly, and last but not the least, LOSE WEIGHT! 😅

Plant Cards in Axie Infinity

2021-10-14T17:58:00.010-07:00

Let's be familiar with the possible cards your Axie team might have. Please note, these are not all inclusive of all the Plant cards available because there are too many. These are just among the abilities that your axie team might have so that you'll know how to properly use them.

For the complete list of cards of all Axie class, please go to this link. This will help you know and learn the cards of your opponents - https://www.axieworld.com/en/tools/cards-explorer

Shields or Adds Health to your Axie:

Steals energy from your enemy:

Generates energy:

Attacks your opponent with great damage:

Aqua Cards in Axie Infinity

2021-10-14T17:33:00.012-07:00

For the complete list of cards of all Axie class, please go to this link. This will help you know and learn the cards of your opponents - https://www.axieworld.com/en/tools/cards-explorer

Good to use in ending life of your enemy:

Energy gainers: When you use this card, make sure it is comboed with another card so you'll gain 1 energy.

Increase attack of your axie to create more damage: Note that this has no effect unless the other condition exists. For example, for Fish Hook, it will only increase your attack when you are attacking Plant, Reptile, or Dusk. So if you want your next round to increase damage, use this and then follow up with a high damage card so you'll make good use of it.

Improve speed of your axie so you will be the first to attack: Again, read the conditions below so your axie will be the first to attack.

Heal your axie:

Increase shield to protect your axie's health:
If you think that your opponent will attack your axie, use this to help shield your axie's health.