Pritsininni

Plastic Balloon! : The Epilogue

2012-07-20T23:00:00.002+08:00

Thanks to what was inside a loot bag that I finally got a feel of the Plastic Balloon after a long, long time ago.

Felt so great to be a kid in my generation.

Plastic Balloons were classic!

My Banana Boat Ride

2012-07-09T22:40:00.002+08:00

Like I've said. I'm not a lover of the extreme. Well, except for this one. I could ride on this over and over.

I had my first banana boat ride 2 years ago. It happened during our department's summer affair in Apple Tree Resort, Opol.

Gotta put on our life vests

Me (pink) and Mama (green)

A short prayer

Time to pick our positions

All Set

Success! Nobody fell off because we didn't want to. Epic fail.

But it was really fun! Not a suicidal attempt. Only pure fun. I love the feel of the sea water splashing on my face.

Perhaps because I adore monkeys and this is a "Banana" boat ride that's why I don't feel threatened. Too far fetched eh. But I like the thought of it. Crazy me!

Keep Calm and Dream On

2012-07-08T21:41:00.000+08:00

Courtesy of Keep Calm-O-Matic

Divine Mercy Visit

2012-07-08T11:22:00.001+08:00

My family went together with my titas to visit the Divine Mercy Shrine in El Salvador. It's around 30 to 45 - minute ride from Cagayan de Oro City. Situated on top of a hill is a 50 foot statue of the Divine Mercy.

Before entering, we were made to wear wrap around skirts (for the ladies) as part of their dress code. We had to walk a few distance to the shrine since vehicles were not allowed to enter the vicinity.

Finally, I got to witness the Statue of the Divine Mercy. I was amazed at the sight of the very big statue - the biggest and the grandest I have seen so far.

We went upstairs to the prayer room to meditate and ask for God's grace. The place was really solemn.

I love the wide garden surrounding the shrine.

"In silence, we discover God"

One day in Panagatan

2012-07-08T10:26:00.000+08:00

I don't say no to sea foods. In fact, they're my favorite! Here's one Saturday with my relatives at Panagatan Seafoods Restaurant, Opol. Lunch at the sea side.

It's a good place to relax and unwind. Cool wind. Great ambiance. And a couple playing acoustic music - they're really good I must say.

The Magic Stays With You

2012-07-07T11:53:00.000+08:00

My long time dream travels to Hong Kong Disneyland and Hello Kitty World, plus Universal Studios in Singapore are still ...well.. dreams. Sing with me now, "A dream that you wish will come true...". Someday.

But for now, my footsteps led me to no less than a magical place in my very own country -- THE Enchanted Kingdom! One magical place to be!

Oh yes, another planned side trip with Liezel. And i invited my colleagues to join us. The child inside me was all giddy to walk into this enchanting place.

And finally, the moment came. The entrance was right before my eyes! Tickets purchased at Php386.00 for All Rides. It was on a discounted rate. They had this ongoing Independence Day & Laguna Day promo. We'd have wanted to be there on its very first hour. But they were not open until 2pm because the place was closed for an exclusive event. Anyhow, we intended to be awed until closing time.

And Hello EK! Wow...the place was crowded. I guess everyone needed the magic EK could give. I knew I wanted that day to be just carefree, fun, and happy living the dream.

Ooopsy. Long lines in almost all rides! Whew. Unfortunately we never got to be in all the rides. It took us more or less 30 minutes to wait for our ride - a repeat situation in every ride we had. And it rained in the afternoon 'til evening. Still, the magic must go on.

tickets purchased

Bump cars! the last time i saw these cool stuff was in the 90's. We failed to ride in one of these. The line was so long.

The Extreme. The moment I saw them drop, my decision not to ride was irrevocable. Scaredy cat!

Up Up and Away. Our very first hot air balloon ride!

The Wheel of Fate. The view from the top was awesome.

Picture taking with the Swans.

Look at that frightened me!

My suicide. The Space Shuttle. I knew I was not into extreme adventure. And this ride just confirmed my feelings. Literally breath taking! I felt I was going to lose my breath any moment. But I survived! Haha! Momentarily paralyzed, yes.

The Grand Carousel. We were on this spot when the fireworks lighted the evening sky. Magical.

The Flying Fiesta. I love the feel of the cool air on my face when we were afloat and flying.

The box office ride I should say. Rio Grande Rapids. My favorite Ride! I didn't mind getting wet and wet because I enjoyed it. It was worth the loooong wait.

An afternoon shot of the Rapids. See that falls? I was the lucky one to be on that spot.

The Haunted Mansion. I had a great loud aaaaahhh! when we entered. Those horror characters just know how to scare you.

The Log Jam. And so I thought the extreme was over. Waaaah! This was another scare. The angle were your log will be dropped was very steep. I so wanted to pass out again.

The Log Jam. View from the top.

The Entrance. Closing time.

We were wet and exhausted when we left the park. But it was nothing compared to the great experience we had in Enchanted Kingdom. Truly, the magic stays with you.

Thanks to Liezel, Charlotte, Robin, and Ms. Madel for the wonderful time!

#photoadayjuly

2012-07-01T17:32:00.003+08:00

So it's officially July and I plan to do something different for this month. So I say hello to mi participación in #photoadayjuly. It's an online photo challenge created by @fatmumslim.

Talk about creativity and fun. I'm so excited to accomplish this challenge for this month. And I totally love taking pictures!

{day 1} self portrait

Hello July! More fun fun fun activities this month!

Super Pritsininni activate.

The Mind Museum

2012-06-30T10:05:00.001+08:00

We looked like the teachers surrounded by students. Oh yeah.

Liezel and I planned this trip a month before ever since I was scheduled to fly to Manila for a business trip. And yes, the post-business itinerary was planned! We finally decided to visit the Mind Museum over another themed park.

The Mind Museum is located at Bonifacio Global City,Taguig.

It is the first non-profit, non-stock, private World-Class Science Museum in the Philippines ~ (http://www.facebook.com/themindmuseum/info).

We purchased our tickets online which is at Php600.00 each.

Finally, the month long wait was over. We were at the front steps of the museum and we found ourselves surrounded by a crowd of students having a field trip. We seemed to be the only adults. Haha!

So our journey to re-explore Science began.

my favorite!

It was learning Science all over. Only difference was the interactive element of the museum made the exploration more fun!

Every inch of the museum simply wows you.

Oh, by the way, don't miss to visit the Museum Park. We failed to visit that certain area. We did not know it was there. Lesson learned: research.

Anyhow, we had a great time exploring. This is to all the Dora Explorers out there. You'll love the adventure.

Dance with my Father

2012-06-21T21:24:00.001+08:00

It has been more than 10 years that we celebrate Father's Day in a different kind of way. June 9 is papa's birthday which also falls on the special month for fathers.

Papa left us at an early age. I was 13 then. And this is how we have come to celebrate his birthday as well as greet him happy father's day from then on.

We also visited our lolos to greet them happy father's day too.

"If I could get another chance

Another walk

Another dance with him

I'd play a song that would never ever end

How I'd love love love

To dance with my father again"

- LUTHER VANDROSS

Remembering papa is a bittersweet memory.

Cheat Days

2012-06-17T21:33:00.000+08:00

So I was missing from the blog world for about 2 weeks already?!? I didn't realize it was already that long. What was I doing then? Uhm...office deadlines and some activities, wall climbing 'til almost late night, new postings for our online shop,and my most awaited trip to Manila for a workshop and lakwatsa galore.

Just got back from the trip - a little bit light headed - but I don't want to keep you wondering what's been going on with me. So here goes ^-^

Yes it was a 3-days cheat days. We've been dining out with my colleagues and friends in different restaurants in different locations.

Chihuahua

I arrived in Manila on the evening of the 14th and my colleagues invited me to have dinner. First stop was at Chihuahua - Mexican Grill & Margarita Bar. It was just a walking distance from Berjaya hotel where I was staying, right across A. Venue hotel. I was fond of its unique resto name and of course the mexican dishes they served.

Kabisera

On the 15th, we dined at Kabisera which is located at Bonifacio High Street. It was also a reunion with a few colleagues as well as a get together with the rest of my colleagues who also happened to be in Manila. They serve Pinoy dishes. It was not what I expected the place to be - thinking it was a fine dining restaurant. But the place was too noisy that we can barely hear ourselves talk. It was too crowded for a small space. Anyhow, we still enjoyed the night together.

Outback

Before heading out to Enchanted Kingdom (my most awaited trip!)on Saturday, we had lunch at Outback in Glorietta. The place was cozy. And we enjoyed the food. I especially loved the calamares and the green mango shake. Namit!

Blackbeard's Seafood Island

And before heading out to Terminal 3 for my flight back home earlier, i got together with a close friend for lunch. thanks for the treat Leah! ^-^ We had lunch at Blackbeard's Seafood Island at Greenbelt 3. Try it out there, you will be surprised how big the serving is (it's not evident in the photo). The place is best for groups of 3 and more. You'll know when you dine there. ^-^

What a food trip it was! Let me defend myself though because I promised to eat less. I did! Except for the Seafood Island where I was forced!to eat rice (haha).

Yummy holiday!

PixTrix

2012-06-05T22:55:00.000+08:00

Loving this App from Blackberry World. Pixtrix is an application for Blackberry phones that allows you to apply photo filters to your photos.

It's free download for fun photo effects!

It's the Climb!

2012-06-04T22:03:00.000+08:00

And I...I gotta keep tryin'...gotta keep my hand held high...

I missed wall climbing. I started last December 2011 but it was short lived dahil maraming dahilan, hindi naghahanap ng paraan (excuses, excuses). Well I stopped because I no longer have a buddy - for one. But now I've decided to return, determined (hopefully I get to sustain it; note to self - more discipline).

A wall climbing facility is available at Marco Hotel, Cugman, CdO. This is facilitated by Zero Grab - a rock climbing community.

I can only manage climbing Wall 1, and half way of Wall 2. Really challenging.

Zero Grab members in Action

Wet hair?

Not a result of getting soaked in the rain nor from taking a shower. That's real sweat! Whew! It's a satisfying work out. I don't mind the burning feeling on my fingers from climbing,it's part of the package.

Dancing, Wall climbing...more?

Target: 50lbs loss.

Challenge: Discipline.

Ready, Set, Go!

Miss-Match

2012-06-03T08:28:00.001+08:00

Found this website where you can mix and match items to your fashion senses - Miss-Match. It's similar to Polyvore. Thanks to my favorite blogger Ms. Patty Laurel for introducing this site as well as a clothing brand - Chocolate Clothing. Chocolate Clothing has this "Chocolate BFF Style Challenge" and I joined. And below is my entry:

click photo to get to the page

The Chocolate Clothing team will choose the top Chocolate BFF style pair and will win gift certificates! Please love my look on miss-match ^-^

Davao | Jack's Ridge

2012-06-02T17:11:00.000+08:00

Our Davao escapade was not finished yet. We still had our 7th Stop at Jack's Ridge. What's special with this place? It's overlooking Davao City.I also find the place perfect for a prenup photo shoot and a wedding reception.

Jack's Ridge is best to be visited at night time - a great place to relax and dine and enjoy night swimming!

I could really use a WISH right now...

2012-06-02T08:58:00.000+08:00

I'm Gonna Marry...

2012-06-01T22:34:00.002+08:00

..the Niiiight!

Lady Gaga's song plus Dov Sandalo's dance choreography gave me the back pain and stiff neck. But I don't really care. I missed dancing - especially with my fellow dance enthusiasts!

Oh, I'm the Woman in Black ^-^

My Mother is a Kikay

2012-05-31T23:00:00.001+08:00

Before Mother's Month ends, let me share to you how my mother and I had a Kikay time - only that it was her who was the Kikay and I gave her the time to enjoy it.

Mama and I went mall hopping, window shopping, and a lunch date one Saturday of May. I was supposed to visit the derma but decided not to later on. Instead - since mama wanted to have her nails cleaned and colored - we went to Ystilo Salon at Limketkai Center.

I accompanied her for a hand spa with manicure and a hair cut. Looked like she did enjoy the treat.

That's my Mama.

Sororite la mode

2012-05-31T06:29:00.005+08:00

We are officially open! Yes, finally. Our plans to put up an online shop has been realized. Well the shop is centered on fashion. that is why we called it sororite la mode or fashion sorority in english - thanks to google translate for the french translation. Why sorority, you may ask? I'm not just the only one running this business - I'm with my soul sisters. ^-^

click on photo above to get to the page

Happy shopping!

Davao | Buddhist Temple

2012-05-30T22:30:00.003+08:00

Peace and Serenity - best words to describe Philippine Academy of Sakya or the Buddhist Temple, our 6th Stop. It was the Second favorite place we visited in Davao. I was awed by the sight of it.

We were greeted by a friendly Security Guard. Eventually, he toured us around the place since there was no tour guide available at that time. The monks were also not around. I would ave wanted to see one face to face.

The Entrance and The Smiling Statue of Buddha

The Temple

The Interior

This should be penciled in your list of Must See Places in Davao.

Breath taking.

Magnet Ka Ba? Part 2

2012-05-28T23:37:00.002+08:00

... lagi ka kasing dumidikit eh

See more of my magnet collection! Yahoo!

Portugal

Davao

Israel

Croatia

Jordan

Athens

Montserrat

Italy

Barcelona

Cyprus

New York

Egypt

Paris

Thanks to 2 generous people for these gifts. I so love them!

Mochicreme

2012-05-28T22:15:00.003+08:00

Discovered something deliciously good when we went to Abreeza Mall - our Fifth and final stop for Day 2. We left People's Park, took dinner at Barbeque Boss, and headed to Abreeza Mall by 19:30hrs.

Abreeza Mall is the first Ayala Mall in Mindanao - recently opened early of May 2012.

We roamed around Abreeza Mall out of curiosity. Jiemar wasw particularly interested with the sports and shoe shops and I, with one stall at the 2nd floor of the building - Mochicreme: a Japanese Ice Cream. I was totally attracted to the candy-colored stall and got even more interested when I took a peep. And told myself, "why oh why is the ice cream not melting?".

To make the story short, I bought 1 piece of Blue Vanilla scoop, took a bite, and brain freeze! And yum yum yum yum! So why did it not melt? because it was coated with something like tikoy or something similar to it.

I was not contented with just one. I wanted to try all but settle to try the strawberry flavored mochicreme.

Pair it with a cute packaging, eating mochicreme is one fun experience. ^-^ Well yeah, it was the best memory in Abreeza mall.

Davao | People's Park

2012-05-27T21:10:00.002+08:00

We had to postpone Jack's Ridge, GAP Farming Resort, and Crocodile Park for Day 2. We barely had the afternoon to tour them. We decided to go back home to change because of our rain and sweat soaked clothes. And we headed for People's Park at 15:00hrs afterwards - our Fourth Stop.

People's Park is open to all. Entrance is free. Aside from strolling around the park, it has an oval track for joggers and health buffs.

I loved People's Park for its beautifully crafted sculptures, and the Dancing Fountain.

We weren't able to stay longer as much as we wanted to because we were a bit hungry and the weather was changing - about to rain yet again. So we settled for dinner then.

New Nestle Crunch Ice Cream!

2012-05-27T17:39:00.003+08:00

Here's a new product released in the market.

I love the New Nestle Crunch Ice Cream!

http://www.nestle.com.ph/recipe/nestleclub/whatsnew-crunch.asp

A must try!

Davao | Lola Abon's Durian Factory

2012-05-27T17:22:00.003+08:00

Next stop: Lola Abon's Durian Factory.

So we headed to Lola Abon's after Eden Nature Park to buy pasalubong. I always loved Lola Abon's Treats (a must buy pasalubong): Durian Yemas and Assorted Yemas - I especially loved the Mangosteen Yema.

Celebrities spotted.

Rummaging.

Durian Ice Candy at Php10! yum!

A refreshing stop over!

Davao | Eden Nature Park

2012-05-27T16:48:00.002+08:00

Day 2. Second Stop: Eden Nature Park - one of my favorite places in Davao. We woke up late, tired from the previous day. By 08:00hrs, we left for Eden Nature Park located at Toril. We took a jeepney ride which was about 45 minutes then rented a motorcab which cost us Php100 each headed for Eden Nature Park. The long road to Eden was fun. Take into account that we almost got soaked in the rain - good thing manong driver borrowed a big umbrella from a fellow motorcab driver in a nearby neighborhood.

When we reached the entrance to Eden Nature Park, we were greeted by the Guard and gave us our reservation number. By the way, reservations are required to enter Eden Nature Park. I called their reservations office prior to our visit. We were guest no. 18!

Upon payment of our Entrance Fee - a choice between plated snacks (Php200) or buffet lunch (Php470) and payment for a guided tour at Php 120 each, we were given coupons and a guide map.

The Reception Area, Restaurant, and Souvenir Shop.

The guided tour started at 09:30hrs.

Three stops: Rainbow Pass, Tinubdan, and Lola's Garden.

I enjoyed the guided tour. We were really glad we took the tour because it was impossible to tour an 80-hectare of land on foot for just an hour! We had a tour guide and there was a voice over explaining the areas we pass by.

The Hydroponic Vegetable Garden and the Rainbow Pass

The Amphitheatre, Mickey Mouse plant, and Matino Falls

The Tinubdan

Lola's Garden

End of the guided tour. We were not able to get photos of other areas we passed by like the Philippine Deer, The Cottages, The Camp Site,The Man-made Forest, and the Swimming Pool which was at the Peak of Eden Nature Park because it was hard to take clear photos while on mobile. Maybe on our next visit then. ^-^

The Aviary

Rain started to pour again really hard so we never got to visit Butterfly Garden or take a closer look of the Pinoy Games - blamed myself for not bringing an umbrella.

The Butterfly Garden, and Pinoy Games

Buffet Lunch was already available by 11:30hrs. So we took our sumptuous meal. They serve delicious food.

Buffet Lunch

Before we headed for our next destination, we finished the tour on foot.

The Fishing Village,and the Chapel

The Art Center

The Eden Fields

I wished we stayed over the night. We could have enjoyed the place more. But I had great fun on our Day Tour. We left at around 13:00hrs.

Eden Nature Park has a lot to offer.