fragments of thoughts..a piece of life

I'd Lie

2012-02-16T23:44:00.003+08:00

Here is one of my favorite songs by Taylor Swift - "I'd Lie". I hope you enjoy it. Though I like the other version of this song. One of the things I like about it is the sound of the different instruments played apart from the guitar.

SUV Bike Racks

2012-02-16T23:17:00.003+08:00

On my way to our client's office today, I was trying to entertain myself as I was sitting inside the FX (one of the public transports in the Philippines), I noticed several private vehicles that have bike racks installed on their vehicles. At first I didn't know those were bike racks. The rain was actually pouring hard that you won't be able to recognize things at first glance. And it was just because of the slow moving traffic that I was able to take a better look of it; they were bike racks. Now these suv bike racks are going to be something that I would look for in the road, especially when the traffic is bad (big grin). Anyway, I have seen several of them before. Some are installed on top of the vehicle, while some are installed at the back of the vehicle. Because of the increasing number of vehicles that has bike racks installed on them, you can tell that people here in our country are becoming more interested in biking. I think I got five friends that are into riding bikes as a form of exercise.

Comfort Food

2012-02-16T22:35:00.002+08:00

I have several things on my To Do list for today. I was excited to work on them that I woke up earlier than usual. There are even a couple of tasks scheduled in the morning that I was not able to include in my list. I got a little irritated for forgetting about them, and with the thought that I might not have enough time to complete the rest of the items in my list because of these two tasks. And to top it all, it rained cats and dogs (sigh). I am not sure if the rain was feeling my disappointments and sadness. Because it poured hard after I received the "bad news". Honestly, it was not really the "news" that made me feel disappointed and sad. It is definitely more than that. I am starting to wonder again. And that old feeling is starting to come back. The feeling I had during the time I was trying to find my way. Anyway, I had no choice but to proceed in completing my To Do list for today. In spite of the rain and all these mixed-emotions, I went on with my schedules for the afternoon. First stop was a meeting with our new client. Unfortunately, the person I was coordinating with was still out of the office (and this is probably because of the bad weather). And so I was off to my next errand, collection of check payments. Again, because of the bad weather, I had to stop by the mall near the office of our client. Otherwise, I will be soaking wet before I even reached our client's office. Amidst all these tragic happenings and changes that are taking place, my mind remained restless with all those thoughts about that old feeling. Suddenly I remembered my favorite restaurant [big grin]. I am going to "cherish" these thoughts about that old feeling over a Grilled Chicken Burrito and Iced Tea [wink, wink]. My comfort food (one of my comfort foods actually lol). I enjoyed my burrito as I was watching the other customers eating and talking. I never had a chance to "cherish" the sad thoughts. Nothing beats a grilled chicken burrito huh? [big grin]. Not even the thoughts of that old feeling [wink, wink]. Oh, and by the way, I was able to complete the items in my To Do list for today.

I Love to Blog

2012-02-10T19:06:00.003+08:00

I am so glad that I got more blogging assignments this time. Though it is not as many as I've had before, still the number of assignment this month is pretty significant (wink). For a while there I thought my becoming delinquent with my blogging responsibilities is the only reason why I don't get as much assignment as I used to. Later on I learned that some of my friends in the blog sphere are also experiencing "drought" with blogging assignments. Surely my being delinquent is a valid reason but I think the "drought" in the blog sphere is also one of the reasons why some of the bloggers out there are not receiving assignments as many as they used to. Anyway, apart from the new (and many) blogging assignments this week, I also got a new writing job. I will be a full-time writer (yey!). I was hired last February 7, 2012. I will writing articles which will be published as an ebook. Right now I am still waiting for my first assignment. My employer told me to wait for her email which will contain the instructions and the topic that I will be writing about. I am really excited and nervous at the same time. This is my first time to do a regular writing task. And I hope that I will do well. Wish me good luck! [big grin].

White Uniforms

2012-02-10T13:35:00.003+08:00

A couple of months more and the school year will be over. My niece is graduating from high school this year. And she is still thinking of what course to take in college. I remember the time when I graduated high school. I never had a problem choosing the course I want to take, I always wanted to be a writer. However, there were two things that concerns me that time - one is the school where I should go to and second is the school uniform I am going to wear. Quite a concern I had back then, don't you think? [big grin]. Anyway, I took entrance exams for college from two schools only - San Sebastian College and the University of Sto. Tomas (UST). My parents want me to go to UST; while I wanted to go to San Sebastian. I also had a thing with white uniforms, like the nurses uniforms. But of course I can't wear one unless I am taking up nursing [big grin]. I am not sure why I wanted to have a white school uniform. Probably because I am already used to it. We have an all white school uniform in high school. And there is really something about white uniforms. It says something, it says a lot actually (wink, wink). And I also love white.

Meeting Old Friends

2012-02-10T13:11:00.002+08:00

Last month, just a week before my birthday, I met with my high school friends at the mall. It has been a long while since the last time we get-together. Unfortunately, two of my friends were not able to come. One of them has work and the other one had a family emergency.

It was nice seeing old friends again. And some things never change (big grin). Though some of us are already married and have kids, the friendship remains. We still enjoy talking about all sorts of things and we laugh together. Actually it is more fun this time because we got lots of new topics to talk and laugh about.

We are planning to get-together again soon. I just hope that we can set more meetings and get-together as often as we can. Its been always fun spending time with old friends. I love it when we start to reminisce about the crazy things we did and the boys that we used to like (wink, wink). I can't wait until our next get-together.

Dream Room

2012-02-07T17:50:00.002+08:00

I was busy trying to clean my room the other day. I was trying to somehow make it look like a bed room and not a stock room/laundry room (wink, wink). I know and I admit, I am lazy when it comes to cleaning my room. But with other areas of the house, I have no problem helping my Mom in cleaning them. Anyway, back when we were still renovating my room, I got "big" plans for it (big grin). I wanted to have a big glass window by the terrace which I am going to install some nice colored roller shades as cover and also place the two old single-seat sofa. But instead, I had a not so big glass window which I used curtains as cover and the two old single-seat sofa remained inside the room and was not placed in the terrace. My parents told me that the design I had in mind is not possible. They told me that the sofa will just accumulate dust and dirt in the terrace; the big glass window will just allow the dust and dirt to go freely inside my room, and even if I install a nice colored roller shades, it would not make a difference (sad face). Surely it will look cozy and comfy, but it is not for my room or should I say, it is not for our place.

My Birthday Gift

2012-02-04T14:16:00.005+08:00

I got a purple coin purse made of beads from my cousin (sweet!). Its her birthday gift for me. Thanks cousin!

Charm Bracelets

2012-02-04T13:35:00.006+08:00

These are my charm bracelets. I got them about three years ago. Each of the charm I placed on the bracelet is significant. Each of the charm represents something or someone. For example, the musical instrument and the musical note represents the love I have for music (wink, wink). But my favorite charm bracelet is the one in the left. It was the last one I bought/put together. Three of the charms that are connected to it are gifts from my niece and friends.

This one here is a "lucky" charm bracelet. My dear friend Lilibeth gave it to me. As I understand it, each charm also has its meaning or it represents something. There's a charm for love, peace, money, health and a lot more. The heart shaped charm must be the love charm (big grin).

My Birthday Cake

2012-02-04T12:59:00.002+08:00

I finally have my cake! [big grin]. I have been craving for cake since December, and finally, I got my cake! [wink, wink]

My niece and her friend bought this cake for me. Its their birthday gift for me [sweet!]. Its a Chocolate Mousse cake from Goldilocks.

I had two slices of it [big grin], after all, I am the birthday celebrant, and its my cake!

Musical Instruments - Ukuleles

2012-02-01T01:15:00.003+08:00

When I was in grade school, I always wanted to learn how to play the piano. During that period, pianos and organs are very expensive. It is like a status symbol actually. Mostly those who are well off have pianos in their houses and takes piano lessons. And my family is not one of them, what we have is an old guitar, which my Dad bought for my oldest brother. I also remember the time when my Dad went to Cebu City. He bought me and my brothers ukuleles. Cebu City has been famous for their ukuleles and guitars. Anyway, I was not able to take piano lessons, but instead I learned how to play the guitar on my own. I practiced using the ukuleles my Dad bought us. Then later on I would borrow my brother's guitar to practice. I also know how to play the banduria. In our school, there was a free lesson on how to play the banduria. When my Dad heard me played using the school's instrument, he immediately bought a banduria for me (big grin). I was asking for a piano, but he bought a banduria instead (wink, wink). But I think its better to have a banduria than nothing at all (big grin).

Murphy's Law

2012-01-21T18:05:00.011+08:00

Something that is unusual

We can't even explain
Nobody understands
Not even you, not even me

Something that is different
Unique? I don't know.
Nobody cares
Only you and me

Something that has always been there
Just waiting to happen
Nobody notices
Except you and me

"Anything that can go wrong will go wrong"

Medication Carts

2012-01-21T15:55:00.002+08:00

For an ordinary individual like me who doesn't work in the hospital nor visit there or stay there for a long time (and I definitely preferred to keep it that way), medication carts are not one of the usual things that I would fancy [big grin]. That is why when I came across this site that offer medication carts, I was amazed. Check out Howard Medical's website to see their variety of medical carts applications. They got charting carts and medication carts. Howard Medical medication cart for Medication Dispensing doesn't look like its a hospital or a medical equipment. Seems like a mobile computer system to me. And it doesn't look threatening [big grin]. Admit it, we find medical equipments somehow scary [wink, wink]. And when I saw the photos of their medical carts, they look sturdy and durable. Here in the Philippines we often use the term "heavy duty" to describe an equipment or a machine that is reliable and tested. I think that is very important for a mobile equipment.

Crazy Thoughts and Disturbed Emotions

2012-01-21T15:01:00.006+08:00

Its my birth month. And I am not sure if its because of that fact why I am feeling a little sentimental (alright, I am always sentimental. but this time I am kindda "highlighting" it [big grin]). Lately, I noticed I am enjoying looking for old photographs, reminiscing old memories through old music videos and other old things that I can associate to a certain person or event. And I am also having thoughts - serious thoughts that is (wink wink). It has been a while since the last time I used my brain for such kind of activity - thinking deep, serious thoughts [big grin]. I just want to share some of them to you guys. Last year, I decided to get out of my comfort zone, with the hope that I am going to find happiness. Real, true happiness. (Isn't that what everyone longs for? I can say that I am one of them). But here's what I think, it is what makes you happy that you should go for. You choose happiness, not search for it. I know it is easier said than done. And it is really confusing at times. But I guess what's important is how you go through life as you choose to be happy. It is true what they say - it is the journey, not the destination. And another thing, I think happiness equates to peace of mind.

It's Starting

2012-01-18T02:18:00.003+08:00

There's something in the air today. I think that its a sign. A good sign. It is starting. Now I got mixed emotions. But its more on a good and happy emotions (big grin). It is starting. I am excited and nervous and anticipating (wink, wink). And of course, thankful with all my heart. I am going to bed now. Good night everyone! ;-)

Gamestop Coupons

2012-01-18T01:53:00.002+08:00

I found an interesting deal in this site called drop down deals. It is something that my dear friend would enjoy. There are available gamestop coupons for various video games for computer, play station and xbox. You really get big savings and discounts from these coupons. My friend loves to play video games. When we were still in high school he always buys video games, and I think he is still much into it. Anyway, gift coupons are great gift suggestions too! I might get a few for my friend's birthday is coming (wink, wink).

Half of my Heart

2012-01-16T23:18:00.002+08:00

Sharing here the music video of John Mayer's "Half of My Heart". I hope you enjoy it too. Nice song and video. This is now included in my list of favorite songs (wink, wink).

Melancholy

2012-01-16T22:18:00.005+08:00

I'm really not in the mood to write (sigh). I don't feel good. And I am really feeling melancholy. I can't think of anything to say now :(

I just want to stay under the covers and hug my favorite pillow.

Job Hunting Online - Prosthetist Jobs

2012-01-04T18:24:00.004+08:00

My cousin recently resigned from her work. And lately, we've been bonding a lot (big grin). Just last week she was in our house. We had a long chat about girls stuff (wink, wink) and we also searched the net for a job opportunity for her. My cousin is a nursing graduate but she never had a job related to her course. Well I guess she's not the only one nowadays (wink, wink). Anyway, while we were browsing we saw this job site for healthcare jobs. I have seen several healthcare job sites before, but it was my first time to see a tab for Prosthetist Jobs. Most of the available opportunities for the said job are mostly in the US and other foreign countries. Here in the Philippines I haven't heard of a healthcare professional practicing a career in prosthetic. What we have (or at least the ones I've heard about) are prosthetic professionals in the field of show business. Oh well, going back to my cousin's job hunting, she was not able to find an opportunity online (or maybe we were not that serious looking for one that day [big grin]). She'll just try other sites I guess, when she's not with me hahaha.. so she can focus on her job hunting (wink).

First Post for 2012 - Happy New Year!

2012-01-04T16:41:00.003+08:00

This is my first post for 2012. Happy New Year everyone. I am really not in the mood to write today. But I am writing this post anyway. Though I am not sure what's this post is about. I am just writing. Anyway, earlier today I was busy working on the renewal of our business permit. This is my first time to do this, since our business started last year only. It was a good experience but tiring. I met new people and somehow made new friends. Its good to make friends with these people whom I am going to visit every year (or every quarter). I also visited the Fire Station office. Now I am waiting for the Fire Officer/Inspector. I think I will be working on our business permit until Friday.

When I got back I cleaned my fish tank. I have a flower horn fish. And its getting bigger everyday. It eats a lot. Soon I will need to buy a new fish tank. My concern is I don't have space for a big fish tank. Oh I forgot, before cleaning my fish tank I removed the Christmas decorations at the store. It was quiet a busy morning for me. And now I am tired and not in the mood to do anything else. I was planning to have a hair cut earlier, but then I changed my mind. Now I am lying in my bed, playing with my laptop, blogging and watching tv all at the same time.

Canon Camera Charger Power Cord

2011-12-31T18:11:00.003+08:00

A few weeks ago the cord of my camera charger was missing. I am not sure if it was me who misplaced it or my nephew. But we've searched our houses and we didn't find it. My niece helped me search for it in my room. She was forced to clean my room (big grin) while searching for the missing cord.

Fortunately, I remembered it has an extra power cord with a different kind of plug. It requires a special adapter, which according to my Dad, are rarely available in the store. He asked me to buy an ordinary plug instead. Then he replaced the plug of the power cord with the new one. Now I can use my camera again. Expect more photos from me next year. Happy New Year everyone!

@MOA

2011-12-28T23:02:00.002+08:00

Yesterday I was at SM Mall of Asia (MOA) with my niece and her friend. My niece asked me to go with them; she said its her first time to visit the place. But I told her it was not really her first time because she's been there before. She just can't remember. Anyway, she was very excited when we finally got off the bus.

We went immediately to the sea side area or the baywalk area. Not sure what's it called, sorry (big grin). Anyway, there were some kiddie rides in the area. My niece and her friend tried one of them. Here are a couple of their photos taken while they were preparing for the ride (which again I forgot what's it called) [big grin].

These are actually the only photos we got. These were taken using my mobile phone. They took most of their photos using my niece's mobile phone. But unfortunately she lost her mobile phone on our bus ride home. I am not sure how she lost it. But I am sure it is an experience she will never forget.

Cake Pops!

2011-12-22T12:41:00.003+08:00

A couple of days more and its Christmas time! Most of the kids here in the neighborhood are excited. My nieces and nephews are included in those excited group of kids waiting for Christmas day. Apparently, they are waiting for Santa Clause (wink, wink). Oh well, for adults like me, Christmas is about food (big grin). Its about the tasty treats that we are going to enjoy as we visit our relatives and friends (wink, wink). It has also been a tradition for me to buy special cakes on this merry season. I love cakes. I think I have already tried all the special cakes there is in our local bakeshop. Now I wonder what to buy this time. Recently, I saw some tasty-looking cake pops by Shari's Berries on the net. I love the 12 Christmas Chocolate Cake that they have on sale. If only they have a local store here (dreamy). I have not seen any cake pops available in any of the local bakeshops here. I only see chocolate pops and treats. Anyway, I'll probably have a blue berry cheesecake this holiday (wink, wink).

Good Night!

2011-12-18T00:16:00.003+08:00

I am about to sleep now. I told my Mom earlier that I want to go to bed early that's why I want to close the store early (big grin). But apparently, I am still up. I stayed at the store until 9:30pm. I forgot about my plans of going to bed early when I started updating our reports for the store. And when I got in my room, I started cleaning up my closet. I am not sure what's happening with me at this point (lol); I am having an OC moment I guess. Anyway, after the closet, I just found myself blogging. I completed the rest of my blog assignments (so I get paid soon) [big grin]. And this post, will be my last post for the evening. Good night everyone!

Car Insurance or Motorhome Insurance

2011-12-18T00:03:00.003+08:00

My cousin recently bought a used car. He thought that it would be better to own a car than a motor cycle, considering that he has three kids who must go with him wherever he may go (sound like the problem of Maria, haha..). Since his wife has left for a work abroad, he has to take care of their kids and whenever he is off from work he would bring the kids to our place for a visit. And yes, their new car has become a motor home for the kids (big grin). Half of the back seat was occupied with all the kids' stuff; from diapers to extra clothes, toiletries and tins of milk. The other half is reserved as seats for the middle child and the youngest. His first born sits upfront. We can't help but make fun of my cousin's new motor home, oh! I mean car (lol). My Dad actually told my cousin to get a motorhome insurance instead of a third-party insurance, since the car has really become a motor home (big grin). Its a good thing my cousin is open with all these jokes and comments. He probably realized that we are, somehow, speaking the truth (wink, wink).