Treasure Box

CBS on its 3rd Year

2011-02-17T22:54:00.000-08:00

Cebu Bloggers Society is once more soaring high on its third year. CBS was able to established another year of achievements in social services and online media. There are lot of new things that happened in one year for the organization. Its not only with the new set of officers but there were also new faces or members to befriend with, new CBS logo to be proud of and several programs iniated and partnered with different groups joined by Cebu bloggers. One thing we should be proud of is that we grew not just solely bloggers but we learned to acknowledge the importance of the community to make our society getting better and bigger. We made better judgement and choices and that helped the group to move on and go on from issues and negativity faced from previous year. We learn to love blogging not because we have to but because we wholeheartedly wanted to share and influence the online community with avenues of discovery and learning. Cheers for another wonderful years to come for CBS!... Let's all make it happen

Let's Meet @ Cebu Blog Camp 2010

2010-05-19T06:43:00.000-07:00

I am so excited to see my fellow bloggers for the first ever Cebu Blog Camp this May 22, 2010 in CAP Theater.Who wouldn't be? . Its not only the day where you get to know many bloggers around the Philippines but also the chance to get to know more about blogging. I've been blogging for more than a year but never had an opportunity to attend a function that would help me technically in blogging so I will never miss this once in a lifetime chance or hopefully a once a year event for all the bloggers like me. So see you all ther! =)

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My Vote Counts! - Election 2010 Coverage

2010-05-09T08:19:00.000-07:00

OMG! I miss the writing stuff..because when was the last time I blog? and for how many times do I post something on my blog? Well, unfortunately this blog will only be updated for at least once a month!!!. I'm sorry for that.. . From the time I got married and was pregnant,seldom will I post anything personal except when I am obliged to because of CBS ( member of cebu blogger's society) ..peace.. . I am about to sleep since as of this writing since its almost 11:00 pm and my shift starts @ 4:00 am but my finger just wanted to reach for the keyboard of our PC to write about something significant that will greatly affect not only my future,my family especially my husband and baby Neo but all of us Filipinos because tomorrow is the Judgement Day for all the aspiring candidates form president down to local officials.

I did not personally or frequently shall I say endorse any candidate not because I lack concern of helping others choose the best person but because I firmly believe that it is in silence evaluation of each candidate one can determine who he/she should vote for the position. I read,watch and listen. I respect the stand of others but I also have my own belief . I do not merely listen to what others has to say but i listen what the candidates has to say in every issue thrown,his manner of answering what his opponent felt for him, his firm stand on what his real intentions of running. I am not just talking about the presidentiables but all of the positions available. I was once a politician before when I was just in my youth ( SK official ) and from that experience I observed and saw the flaws and some naked truths about being in a government. I would not say that I saw and learned everything on how it works and why some would attempt to kill his opponent just to have the sure win but what I was sure of is that it is tempting and addictive for those who run not because he was driven by the desire to serve his constituents but because of the many benefits he can get from it.

We are already tired of the "TRAPOS" and "CORRUPT" so i don't need to say what are the points to consider upon choosing the best "Juan Dela Cruz" for the job. They flaunt their exemplary backgrounds that even a long bondpaper is not enough to take note of but when asked about "What you can do for the country?", I hear the same promises over and over again . Some would say "there should be change!" but did not make an effort when they had the chance since they are already incumbent...but would reason out because they are not in the "highest position".. "What? its a ridiculous and shallow reason Sir/Maam". Youth today are more vigilant and tricky don't you know that? . We have been through tough times with the previous leaders. Its better to say " i will do my best!" rather than to say "I will do this..eradicate and stop this...". because promise is a promise and not made to be broken. I saw candidates with potentials but would not even mention one in this post as I believe that you yourself should be more responsible in every decision you make especially for this election where you are putting our country's future at risk.. Tomorrow , MAY 10,2010....You DECIDE ! ... as a blogger, This post is written as my share for what I have in my heart and mind in this coming election especially that w have a new automated system that shall I say will hopefully lessen the possibility of having biased and dirty election. Lets hope and pray that this will be more peaceful and become an honest,fair election for a progressive Philippines! . Let's participate everyone and vote because If you will ask me, I will surely vote because I know my one vote counts!....#ivoteiblog.

Cebu Bloggers Society: 1st General Assembly

2010-04-29T06:12:00.000-07:00

Blogging with love and purpose...that's how a true CBS member must possess. It is not just about blogging but its how you treasure and live it. I've been a CBS member for almost a year . As of this writing, probably it will be 1 week more and I will be officially one year with CBS. Its been a fruitful year with them as I learn a lot of things and get to experience things I never thought of happening and get to write lots of it. hehe..However,the best part of being CBS member is the company and family i found and I thank everybody for that. This May 1, 2010 , its another historic moment as we all meet for the 1st Cebu Blogger's Society general Assembly and Election for the new sets of Board of Trustees. The assembly will be held in Parkmall located in North Reclamation, Mandaue City. I am very excited for it and looking forward to meet everyone.

RJR Safety trend Trading Corporation

2010-02-19T11:28:00.000-08:00

We cannot compromise our safety especially when we are outside and can never tell what will happen. Speaking of safety,(lol) five of CBS people namely, Pres.Mark,Mark G.,Miong,my husband Blair and me were invited to a grand opening of a safety equipments store the - RJR Safety trend Trading Corporation. They just open their first branch here in Cebu and hoping to make a good business venture here. The company was headed by the accommodating Chairman Ms. Rosana Ybañez.The barangay captain of Mactan and first lady of Lapu-lapu City,Hon. Paz radaza was the one who officiated the ribbon cutting ceremony. It was a successful launching for the company with the wish it would also be a success in marketing their products.

What does RJR offers?
As I checked their displays, You can see many types of safety products for industrial work,firefighting gears and personal safety as well like from their safety equipments- head gears,glasses,gloves,suits,shoes etc...You can tell its high quality and durability by touching them.RJR would be a big help for all the companies to achieve a safer working environment not only in lapu-lapu city but the entire country in general since its also open for distribution outside of Cebu.

About the company: (http://rjr-safety.com)

RJR Safety Trend Trading was established in 2005. The company started with only Personal Protective Equipment as the Product Line. During the first year, all the company’s supply of products came from local manufacturers and distributors. After a year, the company started to import from countries in Asia. As to date, it imports almost 90% of it’s products from 11 foreign suppliers from 7 Countries namely, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, India, Italy and USA. The company’s list of foreign suppliers is still growing to be able to meet the demands of its clientele.

Exclusive Distributor

Authorized Distributor

and more......

We would like to say Thank you and more power to the following Incorporators:

Ms. Rosana D. Ybañez
Mr. Jimmy A. Ybañez
Mr. Rolando G. Duero
Ms. Norma Y. Cabrera
Mr. Romeo G. Duero

We also appreciate the invites and hospitality of earl or Jojo (co-CBS) from Sales/Operation staff.

Contact RJR Safety Trend Trading

Main Office

Address :
Door 104 JP Complex Sangi Road Pajo, Lapu Lapu City 6015
CEBU Philippines

Contact Number/s :
+6332 3409235
+6332 4955374
+6332 4955290

Fax Number/s :
+6332 3410306
+6332 3409235

Email :
rjrsafety@rjr-safety.com
sales@rjr-safety.com
inquiry@rjr-safety.com
rjrsafety@yahoo.com

Contact Person/s :
Rosana Duero Ybanez
CEO

Jojo Zacarias
Operations Staff

CBS@2: Cebu Bloggers Society 2nd Anniversary Celebration

2010-02-19T11:13:00.000-08:00

We made it CBS! oh yes! we had the blast of the night during the second anniversary celebration in SM Storyland celebration hall and it was a night without any restrictions or whatever since that's the first event were the CBS was the one who organized and were not the ones who were invited . It was the big night for those prepared presentations,banners,speeches and fun filled games.It was a night where nobody's young or old.Laughter is in the air and camwhoring is always present... but no one beats the charisma and energy of every group in the Showtime presentation.There were four groups who are vying for the best team namely; Firefox;Safari,Internet Explorer and Chrome team. The one who reign supreme was the "Internet Explorer team" with their entertaining showtime presentaion,nice banner and a win in games. We also have other contest like the best muse and escort where the Chrome team (Imelith and Willand) got the approval of our judges. So the over all standing was:

Champion: Internet explorer
1st runner up:Chrome
2nd runner up:Firefox
3rd runner up: Safari

The event wont be possible with the following sponsors:

SM Cebu
SM Foodcourt
SM Storyland
Golden Bowl Dimsum
King Wah Chinese Cuisine
Mama Gie
JobsDB.com
88DB.com
Balamban Liempo
Ric's Barbecue
Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort
Batangyagit
Jehzeel Laurente

CBS@ 2: Cebu Bloggers Society 2nd Anniversary

2010-02-09T09:30:00.000-08:00

In two years, blogging in Cebu has ripened from just being a mere online diary to something that takes an active role in civic and social awareness.

One of the factors that contributed to this positive development in the blogging scene in Cebu is the creation of a local blogging community.

The Cebu Bloggers Society was founded on February 14, 2008, with the main goal of uniting Cebu-based bloggers into a well-bonded community. And indeed, after its creation, individuals with diverse backgrounds but with a common interest, which is to promote Cebu and advocate blogging as a key tool for progress, converged together to establish Cebu’s first and largest blogging community.

The Cebu Bloggers Society has really grown and evolved quite significantly. From its humble beginnings, the group presently has at least 80 members and the number is still bound to increase further.

And now, the group is already anticipating its 2nd founding anniversary! Dubbed as “CBS @ 2: The Cebu Bloggers Society 2nd Anniversary Celebration”, the event is envisioned to further strengthen the bond of friendship and camaraderie within the blogging community.

The anniversary celebration will be held on Sunday, February 14, 2010, 5-9PM, at the Celebration Hall of SM Storyland, Lower Ground Floor, SM City Cebu.

This big and important event won’t be possible without the help and assistance of the following:

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To Maribago I'll go!......

2009-10-22T20:48:00.000-07:00

I was doing the usual blog hopping today when I saw the invite from Pinoyworld's website for all bloggers in the Philippines to have a chance to experience a "sunday by the beach" in Maribago Bluewater Resort. The chance will be from October 25, 2009 to November 20, 2009 every sundays and only 5 bloggers per sunday shall be given a chance to enjoy “Sunday by the beach” . I remembered how we are pampered when CBS got invited to the same resort few months ago and to their Sumilon resort as well. To see another chance to get back to the resort to experience the fun..well, Why not! right? I do hope I would be included in the list. Its been a long time since I get to relax and be refresh. I will surely enjoy the water especially upon checking the Maribago Bluewater Video and Maribago Bluewater Bl og.

I love to join the fun this comingOctober 25, 2009 but if its already full, well November would be ok as well..hehe.... Hopefully my husband (blair) would join too as both of us are bloggers..hehe..We never had our wedding honeymoon so even its just a one day treat, at least we can be together on a special place. How about you guys? Make use of your free time every weekend its just a one post in your blogs and enjoy the beach especially if its the maribago blue resort way. you may also visit sir Ruben's site pinoyworld for more information. Ciao and see you there!

Wedding Preparations

2009-08-07T00:43:00.000-07:00

Have you ever think how your wedding would look like? I mean lets set aside age, the thinking of "were so young to think about it" and the like . You know, all of us or some may not ...will eventually go through it ..right? Have you already imagine the "must haves" during you wedding day? Did you always wish it to be perfect? Well some would say "It should be like these...and that..."and others would say "que sera sera.. whatever will be,will be" (a line in a song...). I myself is in that situation right now, because Im getting hitched you know...Im not single anymore so Game Over for singlehood soon. I will be getting married to my 2 years 4 months boyfriend- Blair whom I've known since high school. Our story is quite too long to post it in my blog but I would say its not just an ordinary love story...hehe... We started as strangers to eachother,to classmates and for him to eventually like me but did'nt like him in return...wahaha..There were lot of rejections and denial and of course his "katorpehan" or shyness is OMG! extremely high...hehe..so most of the time we were always arguing when we were just high school until I realized that he truly loved me because even many years passed, he still felt the same love, accepted my flaws and I was truly moved and fall for him .Yay! (char.com!) . Too bad it took me 6 years to realize that he is worthy to be given love in return but I did not regret as well that I said "yes" when I was about to be in my fourth year in college because "lovelife" did not serve as hindrance to my studies because i decided not to have boyfriends not until he courted me again.

What Im proud about our relationship is that we haven't been to a big fight or misunderstanding ,only minor ones and for immatures..hehe and we never ever had any break ups or cool off. As of now, we are still preparing for our wedding this year probably by next month or October since we still have lots of things to consider. I just thought at first that if you will be in the situation that you decide or think that you will be getting married, you would feel "cold feet" or "scared" but thats not how we are. It excites us and gets us two more closer because were looking forward of going through the happiness and hardship of life together and forever. We are still on the first few steps of preparations like the "marriage license" and attending seminars which will be next week and what would be our wedding color or motif and invitation cards theme. We realized its hard to choose whats best for your most special day as couple.

So I started to surf the net to find nice color and Blair was also thinking of how would our invitation cards look like. So first we decided what would be the color of the wedding. He said he wanted to wear a tuxedo since his quite skinny and he like vampire characters.. so I did a research on nice colors that would somehow suit for a tuxedo and since Im also pregnant, a white wedding dress wont suit me anymore..hehe...

I found several nice colors but i wanted it to be something not usual or pastel like usually its blue,red,pink,green etc. so I looked for something vintage and elegant for us to look more mature since were both youg lookingand skinny. I found a color that is truly classic and elegant - "CHAMPAGNE "- . I really find it elegant,classic,vintage and clean. It also suits on black for male like wearing tuxedos and kids would also look cute if I will let them wear gowns where they would look like little prince and princess. When I saw the gowns in the websites for the color champagne I really got excited and thrilled. So i told Blair about it and he also got the idea of having our invitation as like a "message in the bottle"

They're nice right? hehe... for now these are things I can share for our wedding preparations. Will post the second part or updates about the other plans as well as the entourage and exact date.Ciao! enjoy reading .

Maribago Experience

2009-07-16T08:03:00.000-07:00

Cant Forget the "Maribago" experience

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I became officially a member of CBS just last May and my first event attended was the Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort Summer treat and that was a good start indeed.You can see it in my post below on how enjoyable it is. It was a very fun and luxurious treat for the CBS with the sumptuous meals and warm accommodation, none of us went home without a smile and a fulled stomach. I enjoyed the food,the energy of everyone for their jokes and the place especially the beach and the pool. I started to build friendship with my co -CBS that day and that starts for a better bond. By the way you can visit " maribago bluewater cebu" and "maribago bluewater video " to see the beauty of the resort.

Then I found out that we will have another free opportunity to visit their other resort in the south which is the Sumilon Bluewater island (sumilon bluewater island resort ) . I was really excited about it and definitely would come even though I'm currently pregnant right now. nyahahaha! I will never miss this another treat from maribago management because I know they will once again treat us with utmost care. For more inquiries, you may visit the sumilonbluewater blog and "pinoyworld" on the details on how can you join if your also a blogger. See you there!

CBS helps UMAPAD Fire Victims

2009-06-27T09:35:00.000-07:00

"It is better to give than to receive" a famous line for those who extends help like the CBS family who had an outreach program in barangay Umapad for those fire victims who lost their properties on the huge fire this month. When we arrived, it was all raining but we never mind for as long as we can make even just a little difference for them to feel that there are other people who cares.We decided to share a little with our money to buy some goods, several kilos of rice and some also donated their used clothes because it would at least suffice the basic needs of those affected residents.So we shared the task of whose gonna do this and that and tadaaa! we manage to make a "bundles of joy"

So we devided our group into two and distributed the our gifts to the families though its not enough for all of them but at least we were able to share our blessings. We were all wet that day but we are still all smile because at least we've done a good job that day.

What I observed in the are is that people still seem to be positive despite what happened. They still talk to you and smile but you can really see how it is hard to live in tattered walls or with just a tent. They are determined not to leave the same place though they are asked to by a private company who allegedly owned the land because for them they grew up in that community and they will get old and die for it. Well, that's how we filipinos are ... hehe.. At the end of the activity, the group went to SM to unwind but most of our co CBS got wet but we just thought of it as part of the great experience. hehe
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2009-06-17T05:26:00.000-07:00

Dine at MAMA MARIA'S PIZZERIA

I was quite busy lately so was not able to update my blog for few days. This might be a late post but this is part of my task as a blogger. hehe.. Last June 12,2009, CBS was invited to witness the opening of the Cebu City branch of Mama Maria's Pizzeria. I'm not quite familiar of the pizza store since its the first branch here in Cebu. It was considered as the "Home of the Biggest Pizza in the Philippines". When we arrived, it was about to rain and were late for the opening rites but anyways it's okay because at least were not for the eating time! nyahaha.

So while waiting for the pizza to be served, we enjoyed the "camwhoring" and chatting with the CBS folks. Then, it was really fun especially when it rained! (its better not to tell the details...

When the pizza arrived, we were amazed the sized of it! waaa! it was indeed very large and yummy looking and you can really see its difference from the other pizzas because its home made and you can actually see it yourself the way it is cooked and created or dressed with "wowwowee" ingredients.

I ate different flavors like the hawaaian, kebab and kinilaw flavors and loved it but you can actually choose different flavors and they also have italian pastas great with ice tea or beer.

You can actually visit them and dine at Gorordo Avenue and they are also opening soon in Lapu-lapu City. For delivery, you may call [032] 417-11-77 or visit your nearest branches in your city and they are open 24 hours or visit their website at http://www.discoverypizzaplanet.com .. Thanks by the ways, to the management of Mama Maria's Pizzeria (the pretty foreigner) for a very warm welcome and accomodation. I would definitely go back and try their other pizzas and pasta togrther with my friends. hehe...
thanks to doyzkie's extraordinary talent for the pictures..hehe peace!. I just grabbed them at doyzkie.multiply.com.

Wanted to watch Movies?

2009-06-09T08:05:00.000-07:00

I love movies but you know I don't get to have enough time to go to movie houses and its quite a waste of money for me so sometimes I surf the net and find out what's worthy to watch. These are the movies I was able to get from my "searcha-pade"

Weekend Box office top ten Hollywood Movies - June 5 - 7, 2009

1. The Hang over
2. UP
3. Land of the Lost
4. Night at the Museum : Battle of the Smithsonian
5. Startrek
6. Terminator Salvation
7. Drag me to Hell
8. Angels and Demons
9. My Life in Ruins
10.Dance Flick

I saw this list from http://www.the-movie-times.com/thrsdir/TopTen.mv but I never get to see any of these movies at all. So maybe I have to search them in pirated DVD stalls.. lols but my friend has an original copy of some of the filipino films so I'll just borrow from them because at the end of the day, its better to watch a film whos copy is not pirated . char!

Top 10 Movies of Robinsons Movieworld Philippines from January to March 2009

Top 10 local films for the first quarter of 2009:

1.You Changed My life - Star Cinema
2.Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat - Star Cinema
3.When I Met You - Gma Films
4.Love Me Again - Star Cinema
5.Sundo - Gma Films
6.Iskul Bukol - Octo Arts
7.Desperadas 2 - Regal Entertainment
8.Shake,Ratlle and Roll X - Regal Entertainment
9.Status: Single - Viva Fils
10.Baler - Viva Films

My BIG Days!

2009-06-04T05:28:00.000-07:00

I really had a great time last May 30 and June 1 and that was indeed very memorable. Sorry I posted it too late.. hehe but It's never too late to tell your treasured moments in life right?. Well, lat May 30, we meet-up again with my batchmates as we usually do it every summer to talk about anything,how are we,lovelife,etc. and our venue would always be the beach. This year, we went to "Inday Lilies Resort and Spa" or formerly Stakili Beach Resort in Estaca,Compostela Cebu. As what I always tell them "the beach does'nt really matter, Its the company what really matters". So I did not even soaked in the water but I enjoyed talking, eating and the "Disco" which I really miss. hehe I really noticed that my high school friends really changed a lot. Were not the "pa tweetums effect" teens anymore. One of my girl firend who used to be so vulgar abd wit has now a boyfrined and ladylike and as for me, I learned to be mature (little) hehe. Most of us has lovelife already wahaha except our dear president who never change! right MARK MO*TA!.I was shocked that Mark also loves disco and with sexy and hip hop effects pa ha! but I really enjoyed our Dance Duo. We wnt home at sunrise and I have to work on that day but nevertheless, I was really happy that once again we got to spent a special day with my highscool friends.

Then last June 1 was my special day. Its my birthday Ayee though Im not quite comfortable with my age but Im excited that the same group would go to our house and spent the birthday with me. So we ate and talked a lot of stuffs but none of arrived at the same time. Its like by batch hehe but some of them went home late because of the "drinking session". hehe

I really had a lot of fun those days and would always remember it as I keep it in my treasure box. Ciao!

American Idol '09 - the season at its best!

2009-05-21T22:04:00.000-07:00

(Kris was in shocked after Ryan announced that he is the winner)

I was doing the usual stuffs I do at work like checking emails and of course,surfing the net. Then one of the headlines in yahoo homepage is the result of the finale of the Season 9 American Idol between two hopefuls, Adam Lambert and Kris Allen. I was truly shocked when I knew that it was Kris Allen who grabbed the hearts of the American viewers by text votes and eventually became the AmericanIdol 2009. What This is indeed some kind of a twist So I searched for more reviews and articles with regard to the finalists and the result.

As what I read in an article (yahoo), that only 1 million viewer votes separated them a tiny margin considering that nearly 100 million votes were cast for the finale. Many of the reviews and several of the viewers before would say that it would be Adam Lambert who will be reign victorious this season but it maybe true that not all things can be predicted.

The "boy next door" image along with his skills to play several instruments,the awesome voice and renditions as what they say captured the viewers' votes to make Kris won the contest though several would also say that Adam deserves it more because he has its uniqueness and never runs out of style in singing but judges had said that the two of them are both winners and this year's finale is yet one of the best season ever in the American Idol history. All the judges loved the two performers so much that both of them is considered champions but of course there should be one ultimate American Idol and that is no other than Kris Allen. When both of the winners were asked after the finale, they have their different reactions.

"I'm exhausted, and I'm shocked," Allen said backstage . "I'm really shocked."

"I knew it was going to be a close race," Lambert said "I think Kris is incredibly talented, and he's a good person."

Kris Allen is a 23-year-old college student from Conway,Arkansas, first auditioned with Leon Russell's "A Song for You" in Louisville, KY. He is also active in their church and also joined several missions around the globe. While Adam is from California who auditioned with his rendition of "Bohemian Rhapsody"  and  also a talented stage actor. Well, personally I was not able to follow the season but I would say that both of them are really great performers.You know what guys, it doesn't matter who won.  True great performers are also measured how long are they going to survive in the entertainmentworld. We've seen winners truly made it to the top of their careers and  a lot of runner ups' in the Idol that became successful in the music industry and the best example of which is Jennifer Hudson . So lets just give them both our best "goodluck" to their future careers. Right? hehe

Explore Maribago Bluewater Resort and Spa

2009-05-20T04:19:00.000-07:00

Awesome!! Ayee! Thats my first impression when I knew that I am one of the lucky bloggers to be part of the summer treat in Maribago Bluewater Resort .That's a great prize for me as a new member of CBS. I thought of it as a luxurious welcome from the family.hehe.. Thanks by the way,to my new family of CBS, Mark (CBS Pres.) my highschool buddy ever since grade school and my boyfriend who influenced me into blogging.

Anyways, we were indeed pampered well when we arrived at the resort. From the transportation van usually for tourists from SM North Wing where I got to met the gals and pals of CBS and way to the arrival where we were greeted in a warm smile with greetings of" Maayong Adlaw", a necklace where everyone was given made from seashell and a very thirst-quenching lemon juice. waah! I felt like a tourist myself. hehe... We rested for few minutes then cameras flashing here and everywhere savoring the beauty of the resort and mind you... where still in the facade and front desk area and there are lots of places to take picture perfect moments.

So we started our day with a tour by the help of one of the guest relations staff, Ms. Noreen who also enjoyed the jokes of the groups and felt like she became younger at that time.. hehe

Our first stop is the AMUMA Spa and Gym (visayan term for: pamper,care,spoil etc;) where you will be treated and pampered from head to foot. You can choose the types of "Hilot" from traditional to Asian and western type of massage. There is also a massage which is uniquely Filipino with techniques that calms,heals and relaxes our body and spirit. They also offer Spa treatments like facial and body care, salon services and you may enjoy their gym and health club for workout.

The AMUMA rooms and pool are indeed luxurious and comfortable especially the bed and bathroom for couple. hmmm... hehe

                                                  I would love to try their "Sauna" and outside "Jacuzzi"

Well its also interesting to join their weekly activities like Stretching (meditation),Tai Chi and Arnis where a trained personnel would guide and teach you.

Then we get to see their several fountains with sharks and colorful fishes which we really enjoyed watching while taking pictures. They call it "Marine Wildlife Lagoon" and there is a daily fish feeding every 4:00 pm ( as far a I remember it).I guess there are three large swimming pools where there are several foreign guests freshly swimming just in front of the guests rooms where the water is indeed blue and clean.I was tempted to dive in but we still have to tour more places.

We also visited the Allegro Restaurants that served international dishes daily that depends on the theme of the day . From Phillipine, Hawaiaan and Summer/beach party theme to western made complete with cultural show/program.

And the last stop is .. the "White sand Beach" ayee! how I love the view and beauty of it especially the island named "Alegrado Island" which is a favorite spot for beach weddings and other special occassions. They also have a restaurant named "The Cove" which you can choose fresh sea creatures (which we can eat) to choose and cooked.

Meet the Management

After the enjoyable tour,we got to meet the management of the resort. Their General Manager, VP,FD Sup. and AMUMA Sup.. Some of my co-CBS asked few questions everything under the sun all about the resort . Because it was informal, the meeting are also mixed with jokes and some would just throw out funny comments but I believe the management enjoyed it as well so that it would not look so dull and boring. hehe..
How would it be boring if there are delightful desserts that are enticing not only to the eyes but also to our tastebuds. The sweets makes us sweeter.. (lol). I personally learned more with that conference and delighted as well from the food we ate.

The fun never stops as we were also given a chance to enjoy the pools and their beach. Well I wore of course a suitable suit that day too bad I didn't take a picture of it(waaahaha). Unfortunately not all of us got to swim the bluewater since others did not bring extra attire that day. I guess were just 7 to 8 people who soaked to the beach and the pool and we truly enjoy each other's company.

And the last event came... Barrio Fiesta Time! which is the theme of their dinner buffet that day.The entire room which is only open during breakfast was reserved just for us. oh!how was that? (lol) I was truly got excited to eat that I put too much food on my plate and I hardly consumed everything but the taste was perfect especially the steamed prawn which personally my favorite. hehehe.. . After the dinner, we thanked and bid farewell to the management,staffs and to sir Ruben who made it possible for us to truly enjoy our summer this year and I would definitely treasure every moment in Maribago Bluewater Resort and Spa. I was thinking that I would really go back to the place someday . Lastly, hope to see my new found family of CBS and thanks for letting me grab your photos guys. I may not you knew well for now but Mark let me access your multiply accounts. (peace!). So for those who wanna find a summer they can never forget,try the resort and you will truly embrace the charm of Island living.

For reservations or inquiries; you may reach:

Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort
Buyong Maribago, Mactan Island
Lapu-lapu CIty, Cebu 6015 (Philippines)
Tel No: (63 32) 232 5411 to 14 and 492 0100
Fax No: (63 32) 492 0128 to 29
email: reservationscebu@bluewater.com.ph

Miss Philippines - Earth 2009

2009-05-12T10:27:00.001-07:00

Another year for the parade of beauties for a Cause... The Miss Philippines - Earth candidates are indeed beautiful as mother nature and behind that beauty are goals to help in preserving their mother earth. Here are the winners for this year held last May 10 in San Juan City Sunday night until early Monday morning..

MISS PHILIPPINES-EARTH 2009: Sandra Seifert

Miss Philippines Eco-Tourism and Miss PAGCOR: Adie Adelantar

Miss Philippines-Fire and Miss Science and Technology: Patricia Marie Tumulak

Miss Philippines-Air: Michelle Martha Braun

Miss Philippines-Water: Catherine Loyola

The Miss Philippines-Earth has always been known for its unprecedented regional search for a true Filipina who cares for and helps in the preservation of the environment. Now on its 8th year, Miss Philippines-Earth continues to expand its coverage in every corner of the Philippines as various provinces, cities and municipalities send in their candidate. Likewise Filipino communities abroad, such as France, Germany, United Arab of Emirates and the United States of America will also join the new batch. (courtesy from www.missphilippines-earth.com)

The winner competes in the Manila base Miss Earth pageant this year participated in by over 80 countries around the globe. Visit the MISS EARTH FOUNDATION website and learn more about the pageant’s advocacy.

Cold Summer.....

2009-04-25T11:23:00.000-07:00

It's really seldom for me to get a chance to travel to provinces since I'm so busy working. Last March and April I unintentionally got the privileged (well that's how I call it)to join a team for their trainings but I'm not one of them I just go wherever places they consider as training ground like the Mt. Manunggal for a mountaineering experience and they also went to Tuburan for their water rescue training and guest what? I go with them since its also my days off.

We went to Mt. Manunggal on the death anniversary of the late Pres. Ramon Magsaysay where his presidential plane crashed. It was ended a long and tiring journey but its worth the effort hehehe... The journey from Busay to Balamban until the top of Mt. Manunggal was a great experience for me. I consider it as an adventure and the fog was really amazing especially when its past 5 pm and 4 am but of course the rain and cold is always there but the experience was really a first time for me.

Then Last April 9 to 11, we went to Tuburan for their water rescue training.I was not quite sure of the name of the place because there was no exact name for it as what I know its maintained by their barangay council in making their tubod pool as clean and safe for all. What I'm sure is that its in Barangay Malobolo. The place was awesome as well. I got to enjoy bathing in their "Tubod flowing" pool which is extremely cold but thanks to the warm from the seawater. hehe.. so there's an option to choose from. It was another long and tiring travel but indeed an enjoyable summer for me. So if you are into traveling with adventure, you may try these two destinations.

2009-04-25T09:58:00.000-07:00

Enjoy the Summer at Maribago Bluewater

I just love summer! Though I'm already working right now and not anymore a student...(huhu), my feet are just kicking for a getaway every summer. It started after I graduated from High School. You know, high school friends are the best! and my cliques just cant get away from each other so we decided to gather every year .We used to go to any beaches here in Cebu and we've been doing it for 5 years since were freshmen college. So now that were more matured and I would say most of us are working, so we decided to treat ourselves to a more relaxing summer reunion. I was thinking of many places to go since I was assigned to lead them this year. I asked my co workers and friends, surf the net and read some ads until my eyes got awe to one place which for me suits to what the group wants for a perfect summer outing - at "Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort" . I got excited when I read one of their posts in "Maribago Bluewater blog" about their Red Hot+Cool Blue Summer promo.

There are lots of packages to choose from as which you can see above. I wanted to experience all of them because I know it will be surely enjoyable but anyways If I would choose for our batch gathering this year, I would pick their "Summer Beach Party" package. We can get to party and use their resort facilities for only 700 php net per person. Wow! my friends would love to hear this! But I believe it would be more convincing if i post the resort and get to personally experience it myself . I was thinking of choosing their other promos. My other friend blogger told me that we may get the chance to experience the fun for free !!! You may visit Pinoyworld for more information on the invites.
Hopefully, I would be one of the lucky bloggers to see the woderful view of the resort and would get to know more blogger friends and enjoy the fun games and may have the chance to get prizes and gift certificate for an overnight stay! ( OMG! Id love to...!)

for inquiries/reservations please contact:

Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort
Maribago, Buyong, Mactan Island
Cebu, Philippines 6015
T: +63 32 492-0100 / 232-5411
F: +63 32 492-0128 to 129
maribago@bluewater.com.ph
www.bluewater.com.ph

The MV Doulos and Park Mall Getaway!

2009-01-25T22:06:00.000-08:00

the MV Doulos ship

outside the ship

Mark and Blair

My highschool friend invited me for a gig last saturday to come and visit Mv Doulos. Without a doubt, I said "yes" to his invitation since Im also interested to see what's inside the ship.So, I invited him as well to go to parkmall afterwards. I had a little background about the ship way back college years. What I knew is that we used to call it "travelling bookstore". It travels around the world not only to sell books but other stuffs as well that would help them raise enough funds to support their cause as a charitable organization.It was quite hard going to pier1 where the ship docked because we've been through a little bit of hardship. hehe...
We met at SM Cebu together with my boyfriend and Mark's CBS' mates or bloggermates. We were able to met few acquaintance and went together to pier1. It was a walkathon experience for us. We need to walk several meters to reached the ship. Well, it was not that big but we got so excited that even outside we started taking pictures.

souvenir hat and giveaways!

Well, we expected a lot of things on whats in store for us inside the ship. We went to the bookstore first. I did not find books that would interest me so much and if there is, it would cost too much money so I just entertained myself reading some stuff.

there are lots of books to choose from

they're also selling hillsong CDs. I like it but its expensive hehe...

What we are amazed about are the expensive souvenirs huhu.. Can you imagine an eraser or a pen for 25 pesos? how about a keychain for 50 pesos? or a metal decoration with a ship figure for 400 pesos?! and a cap that brought us a little trouble for 300 pesos! wooh! hehe... For others they would say its worth the money since its just once a year .We had a little misunderstanding with my boyfriend caused by the "Hat". We thought of buying one since he's collecting caps as hobby. So I told him to ask the price and what he heard from the security guard near the foreigner cashier, is that it cost 100 pesos. So I went to the other foreigner cashier to purchase it but too late for me to know that I was charged with 300 pesos for the hat! Its not the appropriate time to returned the item since it was already purchased and its a shame for our negligence not to ask further so I just looked my boyfriend with a fiery eyes and confronted him outside. Mark was really laughing with our experience.
Then his blog mates decided to just go home since they did'nt find anything nice for them. If It was me, I would love to explore more of the ship but since the mob wins, so I just go with the flow.

2009-01-25T19:30:00.000-08:00

When they went home and theres only three of us left, we headed to our second stop - The Parkmall in North Reclamation Area, Mandaue City. We are really looking forward for a great meal and Im having headache at that time. Parkmall is not that accessible since its just new and its situated in a reclamation area near the CICC ( Cebu Int'l Convention) but it became a favorite place for family and friends' bonding moment.So it was another walkathon experience but its worth the wait. hehe...

Im enjoying it! hehe

ah mark.. are you ok? hehe for sure hes hungry!

to the camera please! hehehe
We ate at KFC and enjoyed a yummy treats of KFC Spicy chicken with extra rice plus Snackbox ( I love the fries!) and large drinks! We are indeed hungry ! hehe... I also love their Ice cream Float hmmmm....

After that palatable meal, we explored whats inside the mall. Its not that developed yet since there are still empty stalls but we enjoyed the view so we had a pictorial session inside.We stroll around the shops and also outside the mall theres a little park so maybe thats why its called park mall hehe.. After getting tired,we went home through the free ride bus from park mall to the market then we ride a tricycle for home.

When we arrived, we are so excited to upload the photos in Mark's place. I had a really bad headache that night and slept late but its no big deal because I really enjoyed. I experienced a lot of fun more in the mall and hopefully, we'll come back with more friends to bond. I will always remember those memories and I will keep this to my treasure box! =)

Watch out for more of zyra's treasure box.
some photos courtesy of cevsar,blogpsot.com and Mark. thanks guys!