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Happy Valentines!

2012-01-31T20:41:00.001+08:00

A quick post saying advance Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone reading this! I hope we will be having a fabulous date next week. *wishing*

Anyway, I’m loving my tagaytay photos.

So here’s saying a Happy Valentine’s to you! *kiss*

Happy New Year!

2012-01-07T17:18:00.001+08:00

Welcome to 2012! Kababalik ko lang nung Miyerkules galing Pilipinas pagkatapos ng aking 21 araw na bakasyon. It all went well. Grabee… ubusan ng yaman, ayyy nagkautang pa ang lola mo. Anyway, masaya naman ako eto na ang mga kwento ko mula sa mga piktyurs:

1. attended my cousin’s wedding in Pangasinan

2. Nagpunta sa PoshNails at nag massage ng paa at kamay

3. Nag celebrate ng Pasko sa Camayan Beach Resort, Subic Bay

4. Nagbakasyon sa Club Balai Isabel, Talisay, Batangas kung saan kinasal si Kristine Hermosa at Oyo Boy Sotto, sa ibaba ito ng Taal Volcano.

5. Kumain ng kumain sa Jollibeee, halos araw araw ata..

6. Kumain sa vegetarian restaurant sa Quezon City, Pipino Restaurant. Masarap sya in fairness. Hindi mo malasahan na gulay. Sana mayron dito nyan sa Singapore at magiging vegetarian na talaga ako.

ginataang tofu with talong and organic rice

vegetarian version of Kare- Kare

wow! eto the best, pipino shake… the best fruit juice i’ve tasted ever.

it was horribly traffic in all Metro Manila area which limited me to go anywhere, kaya hindi na ako nakabalik dito. Pero sa pag uwi ko ulit siguro ako’y muling magbibisita dito.

7. We spent our New Year’s eve in Metro Manila and it was so suuuper polluted because of the fireworks. Grabeeee! Anyway, I don’t have any pictures yet as my sister hasn’t downloaded it.

8. I went to our province, Nueva Ecija and stayed there for almost a week.

Ito ang mga highlights ng aking pagbabakasyon sa Pilipinas. Hindi ko lang talaga napuntahan at nakatagpo (tagalog na tagalog) yung blogger na kausap ko kze lagi ko kasama ang buong pamilya ko. Hindi ako makaalis mag- isa, psensya naman. =)

Naging masayang masaya ang aking bakasyon sa dami kong napuntahan at nakain. 3 linggo walang trabaho at ito na ang pinakamatagal na bakasyon na nangyari sa buhay ko mula nung ako ay nagtrabaho. Napataba nga ako ng 2 kilo ngayon kaya ngayon umpisa ng 2012, uumpisahan ko na mag diet muli. lol.

Salamat sa mga taong naging bahagi ng aking 2011 at sa mga blogger friends na nakilala ko at naging kapamilya’t kapuso, maraming salamat.

I had heaps of blessings received for the year 2011. It was overwhelming and was thinking of it on 1 January, I wish it can be better for the year 2012.

Here’s wishing everyone a blessed and prosperous 2012 ahead! Cheers!

Thursday Happy Thoughts

2011-11-30T21:35:00.001+08:00

1. Job- I am grateful that I’ve been working to that company for 3 years. Yes, 3 years and this is the longest years that I joined. Well, even though I don’t have a choice with that job but still thankful that I don’t need to drag myself every morning to come to work. No bonus and 13th month is okay as long as I am happy.

2. Philippines- I’ll be home for Christmas. I am so glad that my boss approved my leave and will there for 20 days. I couldn’t wait to eat Jollibee fried chicken, palabok and sisig. I am also excited that my family meets the who.

I don’t have any definite plans yet but I am pretty sure that we will be celebrating our Christmas holidays in a nearby town and spend 3 days vacation in Club Bali Isabel, Tagaytay where Kristine Hermosa and Oyo Sotto had their wedding reception. (Showbiz?! ako na ako na) I will also try Milk and Sunny Restaurant I’ve been hearing with the showbiz people in twitter for our breakfast. Visit Pipino Restaurant, a vegatarian restaurant in heart of Quezon City where Patty Laurel’s bestfriend owns it.

I will cherish each day I will be in the Philippines and feel like there’s no tomorrow so that I’ll temporary forget my work for that 20 days. Wanna meet? I’ll be glad to see you over coffee, leave me a comment.

I will do a separate post on my pinas break. ( I hope I can do it. *fingers cross*)

3. Pinoy Bloggers- We will be having our very first Christmas Party here in Singapore on Friday, 2 December in Narumi Hotel nearby our workplace. I am excited and we had already our bunutan. Each of us made a wishlist for our gift. I hope to get my wishlist so that it will tick off for one of my wishlist for this Christmas. Actually, I am not really a blogger neither a writer but I ‘m grateful that they count and treat me as their friends.

4. New colleague- I have a colleague who joined us 3 weeks ago and she always tell me that I am so funny. I am glad that she is happy with my company. I just couldn’t say that Filipinos are happy people and we turn a lonely environment to a positive one.

5. New bag- I started to use my new bag given by a friend. Simple thoughts for a simple lady making my day to an extraordinary one.

How about you? Share your Happy Thoughts! Ciao!

Friday Note

2011-11-25T17:57:00.001+08:00

Creating an event is an art, managing an event is a science.

- StagingConnections.com

Have a a great weekend!

Tulay

2011-10-29T14:37:00.001+08:00

Kahit saan man ang landas ko, kakayanin ko hangga’t may tulay akong madadaanan

Paglahok sa patimpalak ng isang butihing kaibigan- bulakbulero

Taiwan Adventure- Part 1

2011-10-25T20:47:00.001+08:00

Hello, world! I’m excited to present our Taiwan photos. Enjoy! If you didn’t read my recent post, I just went with my sister to Taipei, Taiwan and wander to this very beautiful country. I didn’t see much Filipino tourists in this place compare to Singapore where every corner can hear Tagalog words. I think because of the visa they require and they don’t promote eagerly Taiwan tourism.

My sister and I enjoyed each moment we were together. I just thought of letting her join me every travel I go. Hmmm. But she has to save. Ate doesn’t have plenty of money. Lol.

Anyway, feel free to browse.

my first meal after the business trip, Chicken with rice

National Palace Museum

Look at their MRT, it is soo clean and my sister as my model

cute dog at one corner

Beside the MRTShilin Night Market Ximending- shopping haven

Here you go and i’ll try to post our pictures next time. Thank you for browsing.

My Favorite Music Video

2011-10-06T22:10:00.001+08:00

Whenever I click YouTube icon in my desktop, it always direct my hands to type and play Oyo Sotto- Kristine Hermosa’s wedding. I can consider it as one of my favorite music video.

I love the music so much and Oyo Sotto- Kristine Hermosa’s wedding. I am not really a fanatic of these two but everytime I watch it, I adore them. Their expressions of being in love during their wedding captures and touches my heart which made me feel so in love *yay* and dreaming of my own weeding in the future. *wish*

Let me post it here so that I don’t need to type it all over again. Try to play it and let me know if you fell in love.

Happy watching!

27 Interesting Facts About Me

2011-10-01T23:40:00.001+08:00

In random order:

I’m pure Filipino.
I was a school assistant in canteen when I was in college.
I am not fan of movies.
My first job after graduation was at Chowking Restaurant.
I am stingy for so many reasons.
I had 2 former boyfriends- 1 in college and 2- LDR
I hate history and science subjects.
I love math. Ask me converting SGD to Peso, I can answer you in a second. hahah Lol.
I’ve been to Paris, France on my birthday travelling solo.
I love to cook but I am living alone hence I seldom cook nowadays.
I wasn’t adventurous before but when I got inspired reading blogs about adventure since I moved to Singapore I wanted to try everything.
I don’t know how to swim.
I am the eldest among 3 girls.
I like networking with people when I’m in good mood.
I love travelling. I wish I can travel every month if my budget permits me.
I used to have mole in my right cheek of my face but I decidedly removed it on September 2009 as it grows bigger.
I was breadwinner for 7 years. Now, my sister helps me to make both ends meet. Thank you!
I blog anonymously. My family, close friends and relatives don’t know about this blog. Don’t tell them!
I am a hardworking person. I ensure all things meet my expectation.
I used to eat 2 cups of rice. Now, I stop it. It is not healthy anymore. I will grow fatter.
My first kiss was 4th year High School.
I am 3 years and 4 months OFW.
I’ve never slept together with a boyfriend.
I dream living in United States.
I don’t wash my face before sleeping even I have make up on. I am just lazy but don’t have much pimples only occasionally.
I don’t like fried foods. I love to eat pork sinigang, pork nilaga, chicken tinola and anything that are soupy.
I love your comments so so so much! Keep em' comin ;)

I Heart Travelling

2011-09-16T22:26:00.001+08:00

I’ll be away for eleven days and spend it in Taipei, Taiwan. I am half excited and half stress. I am leaving on Sunday, 7.10am flight taking Jetstar Airlines. I’ll miss 2011 FORMULA 1 SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX happening next week. But it’s not a big deal as I am not fan of racing cars. All it matters, air ticket, accommodation and food are all free. Those are the best things in life.

During this trip, I’ll be on business trip for 5 days which includes attending gala dinner, 3 scheduled dinners and 6 days for pleasure. It will be busy busy days for me and the remaining 6 days will be spent exploring Taipei. The most exciting part will be becoming a tourist again. My sister in the Philippines will also fly via Cebu Pacific which I bought the ticket 4 months back at P 4,500. It was a steal and I am glad that it’s not only me who will be happy but my sister too.

Visa – check

Plane ticket- check

passport- check

What am I waiting for, it’s time to pack my things and ready to go!

Stay tuned with our pictures and I am excited to post it here!

Ice Cream Has Never…

2011-09-10T15:45:00.001+08:00

been good if not shared with friends.

I love you guys as much I love my special someone.

More ice cream dates to come! Cheers!

Trekking…

2011-09-04T15:09:00.001+08:00

One fine sunny afternoon, a stranger sms-ed me if I am interested to join with them on Saturday to trek Bukit Timah Hill in Singapore. I remembered, I posted in Pinoysg (forum of OFWs in Singapore) that I am eager to join mountaineering as part of my so called adventure. It didn’t think me twice, I replied yes.

I woke up 6.30am and met a group of 14 people whom I haven’t met yet. I said hi and hello to them, exchanged names and gave some introduction of ourselves. After few minutes, started trekking in a humid and sunny Saturday. They were all pinoys , some are newbies like me (first time) and others are part of the pinoysg mountaineers- experts.

I was excited at first and I thought I am very fit. Then on our way, it was not easy. Steps are huge. It was slippery and was wearing only my running shoes. I almost missed a step and fell a bit. I kept saying on myself I can make it. “This is just part of the challenge I want and I want more more. This is my training and part of my preparation to climb Mt Pinatubo in December.” I was panting as I stepped my feet on a very steep trail. It was not easy and after an hour, I reached the summit. Sigh.

This is me after 2 hours climbing. I was already exhausted.

Friends was telling me that this was just 20% of the trail, it was like- Oh really! “Oh my gosh, was this the adventure I want to do?” I asked them heaps questions while we walked. They were telling me to join them this coming Saturday, 2 days and 1 night trekking. I declined as my first time on this trekking and I believed that I couldn’t make it for 6 hours climbing. They mentioned that as part of bringing myself during climbing, I have to train myself bringing 8 kgs. stuffs inside my bag which includes 3Ls of water, train to pee and poo poo anywhere without water, no changing of clothes for 2 days and sleep in a tent. Hmmm, let me think.

Excitement brought me after they answered all my questions and all I can say is, I am ready to go back again to Bukit Timah Hill and train myself.

But hey, I have to invest items for this adventure. I need t0 buy bag, shoes and other stuffs. Maybe, one day while window shopping I can pass by to World of Sports House. Speaking of World of Sports, I feel like I am very sporty. Lol.

After I reached home, I fell asleep for 2 hours and felt soo tired but I felt happy and satisfied.

Travel and Lifestyle

2011-08-15T23:07:00.001+08:00

I miss travelling. I haven’t stepped my feet on a plane for the last three months since May came and my itchy hands keep on checking those promo fares almost every week. But I couldn’t find any. I could still remember how my Paris, France went with a cheap sale ticket cost $ 650.00 or P 20,000 for a two way fare. It was not bad at all as a treat for myself after working for 6 years. I have never treated myself with anything extravagant even a nice bag or branded shirts. This was just a reward of a 27- year old me, being single and a hardworking OFW in Singapore.

I keep on ensuring every payday that I send money back home for my family, pay insurance semi annually and save money for my emergency fund. I’ve never bought anything for myself and realised that this year as part of my wish list, it is the time to buy the things I've missed since I became part of the corporate world. Buy those things that are needed , and yes things that I only need. Things that I want are only just bonus for myself and my need should always be bought every payday. Remember, wants and needs are different. Becoming at the right age like 27, I could feel that I’ve missed a lot when it comes to buying things that a girl should buy. I have only 1 bag, 3 pairs of shoes and handful of stuffs.

I had a conversation with a friend a month ago:

me: oh my! I need to buy these things. I don’t have it. Do we need it?

friend: yes, you have to buy.

me: I should have bought it last time so that I have something to wear.

friend: I told ya! we already bought 10 things for ourselves and you only bought 1 piece. that was the reason i went with you inside the mall, to insist you to buy things that you need. it’s not luxury , it’s just you need it but we failed. we were the one who bought things instead!

me: Okay. (i felt embarrassed and stingy so much for myself)

Hence, this is the year I have to enjoy the things I need but not splurging so much. I could remember buying a branded panty two weeks ago as I heard my colleagues talking what brand they are wearing and I am just wearing those cheapskate from a shop so I decided to pay a visit and grab that expensive panty. Happy!

Playing badminton now is my every Saturday event and I only have 1 black short given by a friend. Looking at my playmates brands are Nike, Adidas and etc. I feel so poor or an employee who has 3 kids to feed. Then one afternoon walking with my colleagues in a nearby shop I saw Nike shorts were on sale. In a jiffy I grabbed 3 shorts, no need to gauge if my size fit me and swiped my debit card! Alas. I have it already and I’m so motivated to play badminton because of my Nike’s shorts. I love it.

Now, I could feel that someway or another we have to treat ourselves to make our day brighter and be inspired to keep moving on while away back home. These little things making me appreciate how life is so good and be thankful whatever blessings have been given.

A Visit to Ikea Singapore

2011-07-20T22:00:00.001+08:00

A sunny Sunday afternoon after attending a birthday party and hearing mass, my itchy feet went to Ikea Singapore revisiting this fabulous place and have a sumptuous dinner I’ve been craving for. I haven’t visited this place for a long time. If my memory serves me right, the last time I visited was 2 years ago as this place is quite far to my home place. So spending my time are all worth it as I could see my dream living room, kitchen area and bedroom.

What’s Ikea?

The IKEA product range is wide in several ways. First, it's wide in function: you'll find everything you need to furnish your home, from plants and living-room furnishings to toys and whole kitchens. Second it's wide in style. The romantic at heart will find just as much as the minimalist. And finally, by being coordinated, the range is wide in function and style at the same time, and at all times. No matter which style you prefer, there is something for everyone.

Swedish Meatballs $6.50

The all-time favourite Swedish dish that has captured the stomachs of many Singaporeans.

Combo meal: Baked Stuffed Salmon with Organic Pasta, Mushroom Soup and any drinks at $ 9.90 only! It’s a steal.

Mushroom soup included to the combo meal

My dinner!

I ordered my very sinful food…….

Chicken Wings at $ 2.50

I was starving already so I couldn’t smile much.

After having the dinner, I went for a walk to lighten up my stomach after eating so much. However, having said that so there is one more thing before I left I feel like having a nibble grabbing a hot chicken hotdog with unlimited drinks.

What a wonderful way starting my week after Ikea dinner I had!

Cleansing Away…

2011-07-13T22:26:00.001+08:00

the dirt on my face once a month is definitely a must. Removing those impurities and unwanted skin cells make me more refresh and confident when gabbing friends.

So presenting the monster for today…. ( I’m just bored today so I took this picture using my phone. lol.)

Here’s the mask I used: Montagne Jeunesse

Description:

special blend of nature’s remedies naturally targets your problem areas for a clear and clean complexion.

Price: S2.50 or P 80.00 ( it can be used 3 times per sachet)

How to apply:

Cleanse face with warm water only. Apply evenly over face and neck with fingertips, avoiding eyes and lips. Lie back & relax for 10-15 minutes, or until dry. Rinse off with warm water. Pat dry. Use weekly
Warning: Natural ingredients may vary in colour. Like all toiletries, these masques are best kept out of reach of children. Avoid eyes. Test for irritancy before use. For external use only.

It is suitable for oily, sensitive, normal and combination skin.

What are you waiting for? Try it and let me know the results. It can be bought at any Watsons. I also tried other masks which suits on my mood on that day. It give my face clear and clean all day.

Daily Prayer #1 - 11 July 2011

2011-07-11T21:39:00.001+08:00

As I gazed my colleague’s table this morning, I fell upon to this daily prayer book that my colleague has. I momentarily paused for a while and read this prayer. Let me share it to you..

Lord, my hope is in You. No matter how I feel or what is happening, I always have cause for celebration because You are in charge of my life. I know You will always bring good out of the difficult things I go through, so I pray that You will help me face all the challenges of my life with strength, courage and reveal Your glory in me through it all. Amen.

Wishing everybody a blessed and fruitful week ahead!

Hello America! Till I See You…

2011-07-02T15:33:00.001+08:00

I am having a whirlwind planning to visit United Sates America. But I am still long way to go until I visit my dreamland but for now I’m just happy receiving my passport after 2 days of my interview, 24 June 2011 .

Happy Independence Day, USA!

My U.S. Interview Visa Experience

2011-06-25T16:12:00.001+08:00

After so many years of my preparation I have for this interview, the much awaited day has finally came. It has been my dream to visit United States and when I started to land a job after graduation, I promised to myself I will visit United States once in a lifetime.

June 24, 2011, Friday was my visa interview to United States at 7.45am in Singapore. I woke up 5.30am, brought my documents and left the house at 6.30am. Mind you, my documents had been prepared 2 weeks ago before my interview. I had sleepless nights thinking about how will my interview goes and slept 4 hours that night before my interview day.

I arrived in U.S. Embassy at 7.10am, wearing a formal attire and brought my documents. Upon arrival to the gate, the guard told me to queue at the tent. There were 4 folks already waiting inside the tent. I sat and was early for 7.45am appointment. Then after few minutes, there were already some folks arriving in different nationalities. Some were Myanmar, Indians, Eurasians, China and among others but I saw some Filipinos too.

Security was tight, our mobiles phones were asked to leave at the guard station. As I peeped to other folks, I saw them bringing photo albums with all their documents. Some were bringing 2 inches of their credentials too. I got nervous, my hands were cold and I silently prayed to give me wisdom as I didn’t bring so much credentials. I also saw some folks brought their company corporate profile to proof what company they are employed. I took a deep breath and said to myself that I can make it. Whatever happens, my dream won’t stop there anyway, if not given the chance. I can still visit other countries like Europe and come back for another interview. Failure is not my option and it is just another experience for me to take another step of my life.

Got my queue number, 7505 and I was the fifth to be interviewed shortly. Just wanted to share with you the documents I brought:

A Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) Form. Visit the DS-160 webpage for more information.
A passport
One (1) 2x2 photograph.
A receipt showing payment of the non-refundable nonimmigrant visa application processing fee (the MRV fee) of US$140, paid in local currency. Please visit this page for information about paying this fee.
Supporting Documents
- an employment letter from my employer and recent three months pay slips.
- recent three months bank statements

Queue number will be called three times:

documents submissions plus supporting documents
finger prints
consul interview

My personal profile:

single
27 years old (just turned 27 last April)
no U.S. pending petition
no relatives in United States
with travel history
no properties in the Philippines

I could hear how the interview went after those 3 folks were called. I got trembled. I became deaf for a second then I started to calm myself. It was a nerve wracking experience for me. After 30 minutes of waiting time, my number was already flashing to the screen. I stood up infront of Window 6 and the consul was a woman of late 40’s wearing spectacles, skinny and looked sophisticated.

me: good morning!
consul: good morning! What’s your job?
me: i work as a …
consul: what does you do and what industry?
me: I ……………
consul: how many years you’ve been in your job and in Singapore?
me: I’ve been working in that company for 2 years and 7 months and in Singapore for 3 years.
consul: are you on an Employment Pass?
me: no, im holding SPass. (there are different categories of working permit in Singapore)
consul: okay. Where are you going in US? What’s the purpose of your visit? How many days?
me: i’ll be there for holiday and visit New York for 2 weeks in December to see Statue of Liberty, Manhattan and Niagara falls. (i guffawed at myself as I didn’t know much of these places. Silly me, I didn’t research about this place.)
consul: where in New York? (i didn’t expect that this question will be asked)
me: I’ll be going in Lexington Avenue and stay in Marriot Hotel. (i was confident answering this as i researched lest ask.)
consul: you’ll be staying in hotel for 2 weeks?
me: yes. (i answered confidently and the consul flipped my bank statement and stared blankly)
consul: how much will you spend for this trip?
me: $….. (consul flipped my bank documents)
consul: what countries have you been so far aside from Singapore and Philippines?
me: I’ve been to China, Malaysia……………….and Paris, France. (i emphasized confidently my trip to Paris, France.)
consul: Whom are you travelling with?
me: I always travel alone. (i think i answered wrongly as how could I travel alone.) After few seconds…
consul: Your visa is approved. Please wait for 3 days for your passport.
me: Thank you.

I thought I will faint and couldn’t explain my happiness after hearing those words. Am I going to Unites States? Weee.. Unbelievable! It was surreal. My dream came true. I can go to United States anytime. Until now, I am still dumbfounded of how my childhood dream turned to reality. After 3 years of planning eagerly to make it happen, I never stop dreaming of this place and believing to myself that I can make it. Thereafter, I feel so contented and fulfilled.

I am just an ordinary lady receiving extraordinary blessings every hour of my life. Xiao!

I Miss Blogging + Looking for Job

2011-06-18T15:25:00.001+08:00

I haven’t been blogging for almost a month now and would like to apologize for my sporadic posting. I still miss blogging and it is just that I am currently pre- occupied with other stuffs.

I have 3 friends who arrive in Singapore on 16 April to look for a job here. They have decided to try their luck for better opportunities. They are elementary teachers and a nurse. So my room is jam packed with 4 folks including me and heaps of things. I didn’t have laptop for almost 2 months as I lent it to my friend. So I wasn’t able to blog since then. I didn’t fret with my laptop as I didn’t need it as much back then.

However, my 2 friends already went back in the Philippines last Wednesday, 15 June and didn’t find a job. They spent almost 70k each to survive living in this quite expensive country. I feel so sad for them as they just loaned their money in the bank and thought they it will be replaced more than they invested.

Well, I hope you guys wouldn’t lose hope as there are still many doors that will be opened for you. Singapore is not the only country for you. Check out the agencies back in the Philippines. To my other friend, let’s pray that He will give it to you for your 3rd month here in Singapore. I could feel how your mom send her hard earned money for you just to stay here. God has its own plan for all of us and I believe landing a job will be coming soon for you. Cheers!

I lost my pictures…

2011-05-18T21:45:00.001+08:00

saved in my memory card and all my photos in Paris were there. Grrrr.. I was able to save 8 pictures only. After 2 weeks, when I was trying to open it in my laptop it was prompting ‘Do you want to reformat?’ Grrrr… How could I share my stories to my friends without those pictures? How could I say I saw Monalisa painting and Napoleon Bonaparte Apartment. How? I felt so bad as I didn’t save it in my laptop. I was viewing it for 2 times using my memory card. Damn me! I feel like crying almost a week everytime I remember those pictures.

Anyway, even though I don’t have heaps of my pictures the memories would always remain. Lessons I learnt during my stay would never be exchange to any single dollar I experienced. I think that’s the most valuable thing I have now. All I know, I am already brave enough and can stand for myself alone.

So I am just waiting for another exciting trip alone or with someone. I hope so. Will it be Unites States? Well, it is my dream and will plan it eagerly to make it happen. Life is to enjoy not to deprive from anything. Dream on!

My Post Birthday Celebration- Location:Paris, France

2011-05-07T10:46:00.001+08:00

I really miss blogging. It has been quite a while since I open my Windows Live Writer. This is an overdue post as I was busy personally and emotionally. LOL. I had so many stories to tell but my time is not enough to write those things. I’ll just share the most significant thing happened in my entire life. Read on…

I travelled ALONE to Paris. Yes, I went to Paris, France alone on my birthday. It was Singapore – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia- Paris, France traversing 14 hours- no stopover. I never thought I could do it. It was my dream to see Eiffel Tower. It was my dream….It was my dream… It was my dream….which became reality.

I landed in Paris safe and sound and toured the city for 4 days. No hassle in the immigration which I thought they would ask me if it was for pleasure and asked me to show up my money. But none was asked so my experience wasn’t bad at all knowing I am from the Philippines. Nonetheless, it was a smooth sailing experience.

I am still ecstatic for this trip. I brought my backpack weighing 7 kgs, tripod and my passport with visa to Paris. That was it!

Eiffel Tower at night

Eiffel Tower at Metro Trocadero

I’ve learned plenty of things during my trip. I couldn’t describe it but one thing made me proud of myself that I am already brave enough to conquer the world and dreaming is not enough- Act on it and believe! I am pretty sure that our dreams can transform to reality. Nothing can stop us on doing it, be positive , work it out, plan and do it! This was the most fabulous birthday gift I had for my birthday!

Anyway, I have plenty of stories to tell so stay tuned.

I Love Number 1…

2011-04-07T23:01:00.002+08:00

because this number is my birthday! I recently added another 1 year older to my age. I am already on my late 20’s.lol. Am I old? No, I will always feel young, young and young so that the vibes on me will make me younger. lol.

How did I celebrate my birthday? Firstly, I went to the place I have been dreaming of. Stay tuned I will post more about this. Secondly, my birthday celebrations haven’t stop after the place I went as I will still have 2 more celebrations coming up with my great great friends in Singapore and blogger friends. I couldn’t wait to have some cakes and balloons thrown up on my party, guys! Xoxo!

Happy birthday to me!

Getting Old….

2011-03-29T23:52:00.001+08:00

I had a conversation with my colleagues this afternoon while we were preparing for our event the next day. So, let me share it with you …

Katrabaho # 1 (40 years old): How old are you on your birthday?

Me: I am 27 on April 1.

Katrabaho #2 (30 years old): Still not old

Katrabaho # 1 (40 years old): I notice that in your age, you are so conservative.

Katrabaho # 2 (20 years old): Oh yes, you are correct. She’s so conservative on her age. The young generation now like 10 years old they are into relationship and they know already those ****.

me: hmmm.. really..ummm..Am I? I don’t think so.

And, our discussion went further to those youngsters now that are so liberated and don’t care what they are doing. We tackled also how teenagers rebel to their parents if they are so strict with their children.

Green jokes were also discussed over the afternoon and told to my Singaporean colleagues to halt those jokes while we were working. (ssssshhh…I was just trying to be naive but I am fine with the joke.lol)

For me, I just explained how my parents brought me up and the background of the schools I attended back in the Philippines. It’s already up to them how will they judge me why I am like this on my age.

Anyhoo, I am still glad for being me as I could feel how the people around me appreciate me for who am I.

Birthday Gift of a Lifetime!

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Stop off, do some sightseeing, get back on, start off again that what should life has to start hitting another year of getting old.

Six days to go before my birthday comes and I could feel that surprises and blessings are coming along my way.

Thank you…

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for letting me to open my heart now. I am unsure what lies ahead but I trust everything will be fine. I believe reasons will unfold after our paths crossed.

For now, I am happy albeit perplexed and terrified…

Hong Kong Disneyland, I will miss you…

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As mentioned in my previous blog post, I just came back from Hong Kong for an adventure. One of my to do list was visiting Disneyland. When we were a kid, our parents didn’t splurge us with any luxury in life or something a kid should have experience. Nonetheless, I am blessed enough that I was given the chance to have a pittance to wander in this wonderful country, Hong Kong.

Nothing could beat to feel like a kid for just 1 day as you leave your worries and problems away from work and personal life. As an OFW, this is a treat for myself after I’ve been frugal with so many things. I don’t go for shopping to buy plenty of clothes, shoes and other fashion stuffs. I only buy things that are necessary but for this year, I think I deserve everything I will wish. Anyway, I don’t want to get emotional with my post so let me continue my adventure to Hong Kong.

How much is the ticket?

Peak Day Ticket:

Adult HK$ 350
Child (aged 3 - 11) HK$ 250
Senior (aged 65 or above) HK$ 170

Children under three years old are welcomed into the Park free of charge. Ticket prices listed above are in Hong Kong dollars

Special Day Ticket:

Adult HK$ 350
Child (aged 3 - 11) HK$ 250
Senior (aged 65 or above) HK$ 170

Children under three years old are welcomed into the park free of charge. Ticket prices listed above are in Hong Kong dollars.

Let my pictures speak on…

You could also check other photos here.

I hope you could visit Hong Kong Disneyland and experience the magical world it can offer.