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Investments Galore

2012-02-12T12:54:00.001+08:00

When one is about to think about the future, chances are, the end is first in mind, rather than the processes that have to be undertaken. That is why, most often, it is a good idea to follow a guide like the morgan dollar price guide when investing in gold, silver and old coins. Guides make it possible to simplify one's tasks and makes the journey a lot easier. While other people think it best to have a back up plan, others who patronize guides and third party services, think it is practical to just let the guide do the work in one's investment needs.

Well, what do you think about this? Any idea?

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Cleaner Streets

2012-02-12T12:47:00.002+08:00

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The streets are now cleaner than the previous months. I think the garbage truck with the trash pump is now going rounds again. Or at least it's what I see here in our street. The previous months, especially after Sendong hit the city, it was totally dirty. Garbage was everywhere. But last night, when we went home, we were quite amazed to see that the street on which we live has come to a wonderful display of cleanliness.

It is quite amazing how people have bonded together for a cleaner city. I was told that in some barangays, people clean their areas as a group, and while others have volunteered to help too, many had the initiative to go to the streets and do the clean up even when it's no longer their area..

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Let's Exercise..

2012-02-02T14:09:00.000+08:00

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For all online workers, here is an exercise pattern to help us rid of stress..

But others have done more.. they joined the Sendong Run for a Home..

I was told by a friend that it was a success..

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Coke and Fries on the Go..

2012-02-02T13:51:00.000+08:00

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Inside the tall cup is softdrink and on top is Pepperoni flavored french fries.. I just love this snack on the go.. Perfect for whatever activity. My sister and I watched a movie and well, we brought this along..

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Antennas and More

2012-02-02T13:40:00.000+08:00

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I am looking at new antennas for our television set recovered from the house is Balulang, and I find that they are all expensive, except for one that is extremely cheap. And I doubt if it will even be a good antenna to use. But then again, we do not really need to buy an antenna because we will be reconnecting with our cable subscription, now that we have already found the cable box. In the mean time, my brother and father keeps on buying DVDs for movies to watch. Cheaper than going to the movie house and fun for all family members.

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Remembering...

2012-01-28T10:38:00.003+08:00

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Last January 25, 2012 was the 40th day for all TS Sendong victims and survivors. A grand gathering was held at the Rodelsa Circle in the evening, where a mass and a candle lighting ceremony was held before a concert. After TS Sendong hit, there was also a concert held as a fundraising to help the victims. Performers did their numbers for free, while organizers collected money from the audience. After that, said money were used to buy food items and other relief goods, then they were distributed. Here are a few photos courtesy of some friends of the performers.

That's Boyet Vasquez and his guitar. While this below is a band which I forgot the name. What a talent CDO has.

There were other bands that performed and they came full force, complete with their equipment and instruments, even with their bad monkey overdrive guitar effects. Well, on the 40th day commemoration, said bands performed again, but the attendees were mostly their for remembering.. Candle lighting took place and a huge floater was also filled with lighted candles as it went floating Cagayan River.. and looking through photos of Froilan Gallardo and Enrico Lluch at FB, I saw that some candles formed HEAL CDO...

While in Taguanao, earlier in the day, another group have offered prayers, a priest's blessing and some candles floating too..

In Calacala, that part of the city that was gravely washed out, people went there with the same actions and intentions..

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New Sight Down River...

2012-01-21T19:09:00.003+08:00

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First of all, thanks to Irene Aserios for inviting us to join this water rafting activity sponsored by The Great White water rafting company...

These are just some images of the Cagayan River when we went rafting yesterday morning...

TS Sendong has washed out concrete dike and flooring at the starting point...

More boulders as we went along. They are boulders that fell from above the mountains and hills...

Because openings were created naturally, water from within the ground have provided a small waterfall where we bathed..

The river is actually wider now, but we were told that the rapids course has changed...even the guides are still in the process of getting to know each rapid.. But I must tell you that the basic course is much more fun now compared with how it was back then.. Really loved our rafting adventure. Thanks again..

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Picking Up the Pieces

2012-01-21T17:12:00.000+08:00

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After TS Sendong, the tourism industry here in Cagayan de Oro find it quite difficult to stand up. But in order to pick up the pieces, tour operators and even those who are involved in flower delivery, have decided to do something otherwise tourism will die, making it difficult for tourism to survive after the storm. Having tried water rafting again, after TS Sendong happened, I know that eventually, more and more people will visit Cagayan de Oro again, and that will signal a new beginning for the city. Hopefully soon, everything will be going smoothly like before.

I liken this to the very structure that helps Bukidnon residents get across the river. The river is actually the boundary between Bukidnon and Cagayan de Oro City.

Students, if their parents decide to send them to Bukidnon, would have to walk longer, compared to going to school in Cagayan de Oro, which is quite shorter in walking distance. The structure had been completely washed out, but during our rafting yesterday, it had been fixed, or a new structure was built.

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Water Rafting after TS Sendong

2012-01-21T15:59:00.000+08:00

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We went water rafting yesterday. It was a treat from the Great White company. My sister and I, along with the UST teacher and other members of the CDO Bloggers Inc. We had fun going there and we had fun going through fifteen rapids.

But when we got to see the area from the time we stepped on the point of beginning down to the end point down river, especially when we reached where Cabula River Grille used to be, we saw the devastation brought about by TS Sendong. There are no more backyard cabanas, not even the swimming pool. The back hoe has been broken and parts have been spread all around the place.. All throughout the route, we saw uprooted trees, and many other signs that TS Sendong snatched the river's former beauty. But then, it has given it a different kind of power to draw attention still.

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PhilHealth Run (The Mindanao Run for Hope)

2012-01-18T20:04:00.000+08:00

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This is the first simultaneous running event in Mindanao which will cover six major cities in one day, namely, Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Zamboanga, Butuan, Koronadal and Marawi. This will happen on February 5, 2012, 5am Sunday. Around 17,000 runners are expected to join PhilHealth Mindanao in this groundbreaking event. This is for the benefit of kids with cancer from the Southern Philippines Medical Center Children's Cancer Center and Blood Diseases Unit (SPMC-CCCBDU).Take part and give hope to kids with cancer, knowing that your little contribution might save precious lives. Registration Fees are pegged at: 3K – PHP 250 5K – PHP 300 10K – PHP 500 (with timing chip) 17K – PHP 600 (with timing chip). For more information, inquire at the nearest Philhealth Office..

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Let's Run!

2012-01-17T18:37:00.004+08:00

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This is one project that we must all support...

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A Christmas Flashmob

2012-01-03T21:44:00.001+08:00

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While everyone is little by little picking the pieces from Sendong's aftermath, here is a video of the Christmas Flashmob at SM..

Said activity was dedicated for Sendong victims..

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Even When Far Away..

2011-12-25T20:32:00.000+08:00

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While a friend of mine was busy attending to her chores at the rehab treatment centers in california, here in the Philippines, Sendong came and conquered properties and lives. After work, she called friends and relatives and learned, six hours after, about the devastation, and how people survived while others perished in Sendong's wrath. And because she can not get hold of her family, she asked another friend to see whether they are alright or not. Fortunately for them, only their cellular phones were the casualties of the said tropical storm.

On the brighter side of things, she sent in help through one of the foundations handling support for Sendong victims. She said it's the least she could do as she is far away..

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Sendong Happened...

2011-12-25T20:22:00.003+08:00

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Who would ever thought that it could be the last time they sleep, and would never wake up..

Who would ever guess that houses can get so muddied and get truly dirty and messy...

Who would even thought that structures can get damaged and would no longer be of use...

Sendong happened... and like a thief in the night Sendong came without warning, and took away lives and property..

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Washing Dirty Clothes: Not Rodeo Clothes

2011-12-25T18:51:00.000+08:00

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So we started laundry and washed some muddied clothes.. Threw away those that can not be salvaged, while those that can still be washed and cleaned, we washed until they were brightly shining and mud-free. There were designer pants and jackets of my brother's, as well as some down jackets and pants. We laughed at the thought that we were washing muddied clothes after a rodeo, but then again, they were far worse than the after rodeo clothes of my brother's...

I was really tired after washing the first sack. I wonder when we shall ever finish all of the sacks we are trying to save.. Hmm.. Thinking about it makes me tired already..

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Extreme Adventures in Surigao del Sur

2011-12-12T23:37:00.000+08:00

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I am so amazed at how Turtle Island looks.. It's really like a huge turtle...Don't you agree?

Here are two amazing islands of Surigao del Sur. I sure wish to go there and visit them in Summer of 2012.. Aren't they amazing to behold.. Much more so if and when I get there---

This one is called Naked Island.. I have yet to discover why it's called that way..

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Lanao del Norte International Motocross Invitational “2011 World Motocross Series"

2011-12-12T21:18:00.007+08:00

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I have always heard of Tubod, Lanao del Norte being the Motocross capital, of the Philippines, yet I have not really witnessed one, considering it is just a few miles away from where I am.

I am glad to have seen all photos shared by Mr. Ronald Zapatos at Facebook and I am able to see that an American guy, Ryan Logan, a freestyler, was able to do a 360 degree back flip. According to spectators and Ronald himself, a rider doing a 360 degrees back flip is a first in Philippine soil. Oh my goodness! That is extremely dangerous.. But he pulled it off with a bang.. wowowee..

Next year, the organizers shall be inviting two other back flippers, so there will be 3 of them by then.. Here's a video of the backflip:

Amazing, isn't it? I wonder how much practice he put in to perfect that stunt.. By the way, do you know who this is?

It's Sam Milby who got the first place of the Celebrity Class with Jordan Herrera behind him...

Isn't he a dreamboat? I have got to see motocross competitions with Sam Milby in it...

CREDITS TO Mr. Ronald Zapatos for the photos and video shared here... Lanao del Norte International Motocross Invitational “2011 World Motocross Series" happened last December 9-11, 2011 in Tubod, Lanao del Norte.

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Good Luck To Me!

2011-11-30T12:10:00.000+08:00

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We are at the beach right now. Not that we are enjoying a holiday or so because it is Bonifacio Day, but because we have to be here. My sister's and Lili's cough and cold has gotten worse and having them plunge into sea water is the best remedy. Aside of course from the medication they are taking. So now, to make me work as they plunge the waters, I am here too with my laptop. Only I am afraid as I have no spare battery, and my battery is good only for 3 hours. Six cell batteries are only as good as three hours.

Anyway, I will just have to make the most of my time here. Taking all important tasks to mind, and trying to finish everything before my laptop dies.. So, good luck to me!

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long board competition

2011-11-18T03:32:00.001+08:00

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It had been so long since I saw skateboarders on the road. Well technically, skateboarding in Cagayan de Oro City had been left on the streets.

There are no more competitions and I thought it will not happen anymore..

Oh, but these photos are not from Cagayan de Oro City..

My cousin shared an album of photos of the recent long board competition that happened in Tungaw, Dulag, Butuan City last month.

I was told that there were also skaters from Cagayan de Oro on this competition..

I sure think that racing on long boards look like racing on med carts..

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Manny Pacquiao Wins Over Marquez!

2011-11-13T16:03:00.001+08:00

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Photo from Abs-CBN

A lot of people are complaining about the results of today's boxing bout between Pacquiao and Marquez. Some say that the judges are so wrong to have proclaimed Manny Pacquiao as the winner, saying that there's some fishy thing going on and that the mobs were going to kill the judges if Manny didn't win. My goodness! So much speculations, so much controversies thrown. What irks me is that, they came from Filipinos who may have lost their bets as their wager was for Marquez.. Darn!

Someone share this at Facebook..

They even say that the results were twisted, and so on and so forth-- As for me, Manny Pacquaio won. And I respect the judges' decision. If it were a losing result for Manny, I would still respect the judges' decision.

Pacquiao threw 578 punches connecting with 176 while Marquez threw 436 connecting with only 138. Pacquiao threw 304 jabs connecting with 59 to Marquez's 182 connecting with only 38 . Pacquiao threw 274 power punches connecting with 117 while Marquez threw 254 connecting with only 100.

On the other hand, I wonder if Jinky has a good recommendation for eye-lash growth products.. I sure would love to ask Manny Pacquiao's wife about that because she seems to look more beautiful as ever..

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Pacquiao vs Marquez 3

2011-11-13T03:38:00.001+08:00

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Perhaps this is the most awaited fight of the year.. But, I really do not know what it is about Manny Pacquiao fights. Something just makes the Philippines stand still for all people wanna watch his fights..ergo, no crimes happen when this day comes. No crimes, no traffic! Don't we all love that?

Anyway, I am sure hours later, as it is already 3:50 in the morning, people will be rushing to the nearest place to see Pacquiao vs Marquez 3 live! That is if they have not gotten a ticket for pay per view at home..

So what do people prepare during Manny Pacquiao fights? Usually food good for the entire family plus friends and relatives who are going to watch it with them, or if it's happening at a hotel function, there shall be buffet food. Technically, it would be like a Manny Pacquiao fight party. And it is not just a few families or persons who shall be attending, but basically all Filipinos everywhere. To this I am eternally grateful for Manny Pacquiao.. United Philippines in every Manny Pacquiao fight!

By the way, here's a link for Pacquiao vs Marquez 3 Live Streaming...

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CANON PHOTO CONTEST Winners During Halloween Fun Run CDO

2011-11-09T00:53:00.001+08:00

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Unlike all other Fun Runs that have transpired, the Halloween Fun Run CDO that happened on October 28, 2011 was rather unique. Not only because the runners came in their Halloween Costumes, but there was also the CANON PHOTO CONTEST during the Halloween Fun Run CDO.

And the winners are Jerry Suello, Fadi Ismail and Denie Burton. And you may wonder what their winning pieces were. Well, they sure look pretty good to me.

This was the 1st Prize Winner's photo.. Congratulations Jerry Suello.

This was the 2nd Prize Winner's photo.. Congratulations Fadi Ismail.

This was the 3rd Prize Winner's photo.. Congratulations Denie Burton.

I think the organizers of the Halloween Fun Run CDO also deserve a round of applause for the successful fun event. To Miss Jeminah Ruth Santos Ferrer and Isang Litrong Liwanag Team, congratulations.. All for a good cause.

Photos and information posted here are found at https://www.facebook.com/HalloweenFunRun

If you missed it, here's a video I found on you tube:

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Maria Cristina Falls..

2011-11-06T00:49:00.002+08:00

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After twenty years or so, we've met again.. I am quite amazed that this day and age, one can already go ziplining once there.. Of course, you will have to sign up and pay P 200 for it at the NPC Nature Parks..

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City of Golden Friendship Half Marathon

2011-11-05T23:00:00.002+08:00

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Okay guys, before you even start thinking about red envelope promos, here's another fun run that you may want to look into. Better yet, join into. This is called, the City of Golden Friendship Half Marathon. You can choose to run for 21 K, 10 K, 5K or 2K. The proceeds of this City of Golden Friendship Half Marathon will go to the beneficiaries of the House of Hope.

The City of Golden Friendship Half Marathon shall be held on November 13, 2011 and registration shall be at the Bagong Lipunan every afternoon. For more information or questions, you may check out the organizer's website at www.430rmr.weebly.com for details...

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I Wonder..

2011-10-31T07:40:00.000+08:00

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I have not heard anymore of Bowling Invitations since the city has had a series of fun runs with really great objectives. I guess what people do is focus on what makes people have fun while supporting a really great advocacy. The Halloween Fun Run that happened recently is just a good example that organizers try to hit many birds with a single stone. Have a Halloween activity, support the Isang Litrong Liwanag advocacy and make everyone have fun while exercising, meet friends, and many other reasons.

In one way or another, it has actually united Kagay-anons for a good cause. Now, maybe in the near future, when Fun Runs are no longer the in-thing, there shall be bowling invitations for a good cause as well. Although, I think it happened already years ago..

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