Bacolod and Beyond Journey

I'm Back

2011-08-27T07:06:00.000-07:00

I will sharing more photos in the next few weeks. Glad to be back in blogging here. I was so amazed how time flies and how I was able to keep going by God's grace. I might be sharing more photos of my journey and the places I've been through. Hope you bear with me. I am still looking for possibilities to do something worthwhile here in the blogging world. See you then...Blessings to all my friends met here and to everyone who will be reading this blog.

Fantastic Places

2010-06-30T18:51:00.000-07:00

These are the places I've missed in Thailand. It's cool, gentle breeze fascinated the people and entice them to be back and see the beauty of nature. These are some of the beautiful landmarks near our place where we were staying and most of our friends who visited this place would love to go back and see the fantastic place again.

The Healthiest Food on Earth

2010-03-19T01:20:00.000-07:00

Sorry for not visiting you all for wuite sometime. Was back to the Phil. and had undergone many ultrasounds caused by myoma. I'm now okay, no operation was done but I need to be aware of what I'm taking in. Let me share to you some of the things I received which make us healthier and to have a better life. Here they are...

The Healthiest Food on Earth

1. Berries
All berries are low in sugar and high in fiber. Blueberries have been shown to increase memory in lab studies, and raspberries and strawberries are loaded with ellagic acid, a powerful antioxidant that seems to have some anti-cancer properties, according to the American Cancer Society.

2. Beans
Beans are extremely high in fiber, which helps to control weight, prevent or manage diabetes and blood sugar, and may help prevent colon cancer and protect against heart disease. The National Institute of Medicine recommends 25-38 grams of fiber a day. The average American gets only 4-11 grams. One cup of beans provides 11-17 grams.

3. Nuts
Some of the largest and most important long-term studies of diet and health have shown that eating nuts several times a week is consistent with a risk of heart attack and heart disease that is 30%-50% lower than the general population. Just one ounce of nuts-almonds, macadamia, Brazil , walnuts, pecans-eaten three to five times a week seems to be the magic number.

4. Wild Salmon
Fish is the ultimate anti-aging food. Cold-water fatty fish like wild salmon, sardines, mackerel and herring contain omega-3 fats that protect the brain and the heart, improve mood, and lower blood pressure and triglycerides.

5. Raw Milk
Raw, organic milk nearly always comes from grass-fed cows and contains high levels of cancer-fighting CLA (conjugated linolenic acid) as well as a rich assortment of vitamins, minerals and beneficial bacteria (like Lactobacillus acidophilus)

6. Grass-Fed
Meat Meat from grass-fed cows has a much different fat profile than ordinary supermarket meat: high in omega-3s, lower in potentially harmful omega-6s and loaded with CLA, a kind of fat known for its anti-cancer activity. A superb source of protein and vitamin B12, it's also missing the antibiotics, steroids and hormones found in the meat that comes from feedlot farms.

7. Eggs
Considered by many to be nature's most perfect food, the egg is high in protein and relatively low in calories. The yolk contains choline, one of the most important nutrients for the brain, as well as lutein and xeazanthin, two critical nutrients for eye health. Brassica Vegetables Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and kale all contain plant compounds called indoles that help reduce the risk of cancer. In addition to a stunning range of vitamins and minerals, they also contain sulforaphane, an important plant chemical that helps the body detoxify health-damaging chemicals.

8. Apples
Not only do they keep the doctor away, they also appear to do the same for lung cancer, diabetes and asthma. An apple contains five grams of fiber and a rich blend of nutrients including the bone-building vitamin K and the anti-inflammatory nutrient quercetin. And there's no better way to control your appetite than an apple eaten about half an hour before a big meal.

9. Onions and Garlic
In an impressive number of published studies, the consumption of onions and garlic has demonstrated protective effects against stomach, prostate and esophageal cancer. Along with broccoli, tea and apples, onions and garlic are among a select group of foods found to reduce mortality from heart disease by 20%.

10. Pomegranate Juice
Called "a natural Viagra" by researchers at Tel Aviv University , pomegranate juice is loaded with antioxidants. Studies show it can reduce blood pressure and plaque in the arteries. New research indicates it also slows the progression of tumors.. Four to eight ounces a day is highly recommended.

11. Green Tea
Though all teas are great for you, green tea has a unique profile of plant chemicals that have anti-cancer activity. It's now fairly established that green tea may help prevent the following types of cancers in humans: bladder, colon, esophagus, pancreas, rectum and stomach. If that's not enough, it also appears to help with weight control.

Masskara Festival 2009 - Bacolod City

2010-02-25T21:27:00.000-08:00

Our city, Bacolod, is known for it's yearly Masskara Festival. The highlight is always on the 19th and 2oth of October. However, businessmen and other people who would like to sell would usually start a week before and few days after in order to earn more. Many tourists are coming on this occasion and to gaze this competition.

Bacolod city, is known as the cleanest and greenest highly urbanized city in the Phil. People from different countries, and places would love to visit our city. Though it's quite small but it has beautiful hotels, fascinating nearby resorts and beaches, as well as falls that after seeing the Masskara Festival they would visit these quite places to relax and keep moving the next few days. Modesty aside, I love our city because you don't need to travel far and see the falls, beaches and resorts.

Masskara is the highlight of all. Many tourists are attracted to it and visit the place every year just to see the competition. This group above has been winning for more years already and no group could ever defeat them. They would take time to practice and spend much in their costumes as well. The barangay captain who is the head of the community in the barangay would really give their best in this special occasion. They were undefeated. Try to look at them and see for yourself. They really deserve the 1st prize for many successive years of competition.

The Dancing Porters _ Bacolod City

2010-02-24T19:36:00.000-08:00

I'm glad to share something about our porters in Bacolod City, Phil. These are the dancers that would make your day great before entering our city via Negros Navigation, the ship going to different places in the Phil. You will be amazed when they dance and how they perform, they really do it with gusto.

You can travel by ship anywhere in the Phil. since our country is covered by waters. You will enjoy the scenery of the ocean and the flying fish is at your glance especially when you travel during the day, then we reach Bacolod City, you will be entertained by our dancers before they carry your bags, or any luggage you brought with you. This is their source of income as well, they worked hard for their family and be trained to dance for all the passengers. It's nice, right? It's indeed a joyful moment for all the passengers and most of them enjoyed watching them while dancing.

Then, few kilometers away, you will the beauty of SM Shoemart where most of the visitors admired the place. It is near the seashore and most of the tourists like this amazing store. Wanna see our place? Try to check at our website and you will enjoy roaming around the city.

Scenic Sunday

2010-02-06T00:25:00.000-08:00

This photo is from the Phil. It is near Bacolod City, the city of smiles where I belong.This is already near the mountains in Mambucal Resort. I love this place because its cold and you can feel the soothing and cooling breeze. A lot of tourists will visit this place for comfort and relaxation. A place where you could see and travel the 9th falls. Going up is not a joke but when you reach the 9th falls, you will be comforted and you can honestly say, I did it.

Try to join Scenic Sunday and enjoy visiting other places around the world.

Today's Flowers

2010-01-24T00:58:00.000-08:00

Flowers look great, right? I love flowers, it symbolizes beauty and femininity.Flowers are in different shapes, designs and hues. We can find it anywhere in the world. Please come and join us and share your special flowers for us. More amazing flower posts with Today's Flowers.

Skywatch Friday

2010-01-22T02:27:00.000-08:00

Beautiful sky with fantastic ocean. Sky always connects with the sea and that makes it attractive. Try to visit more posts with Skywatch Friday and you will be amazed of the different beautiful places around the globe.

My Son's 7th Birthday

2010-01-21T04:07:00.000-08:00

AJ turned 7 yesterday. We enjoyed celebrating with him. He was anxious at first because most of his friends did not come due to some circumstances that is beyond control. Anyway, we did something. AJ ang his Papa went to our neighbors before and invited them to come so that AJ could have a small party. I already cooked and we need visitors to eat, lol! So the party began.

AJ was so excited seeing his friends around. He enjoyed playing with friends. And we are glad that some of our friends came although they came late but we were happy seeing them. AJ got a lot of gifts like a small car, a box with a lot of gifts in it, some amount, biscuits and most especially his favorite Ferrero Rocher chocolate. He loves it especially his kuya, lol!

AJ had a lot of fun. After eating they played outside and enjoyed the fun together. They seldom visit us so they had fun and fellowship.

Scenic Sunday

2010-01-16T06:09:00.000-08:00

Nice to be back to Scenic Sunday. You can see and view many Scenic photos around the world. I enjoy visiting other blogs and see the beauty of nature. Try to join and have fun here at Scenic Sunday.

Skywatch Friday

2010-01-15T05:51:00.000-08:00

Skywatch Friday is up again. I love this place in the Phil. A friend of mine took this picture. The sky is covered with clouds and it denotes something. Anyway, I love the cool place. See you at SkyWatch Friday.

Watery Wednesday

2010-01-13T00:30:00.000-08:00

It's nice to post Watery places, right? I love it. We had a chance to watch this banana boat racing. We enjoyed watching them especially when they fall, lol! It's fun! The purpose of the driver who is in front will allow the passengers at the back to fall. Hubby wished to join but I'm scared, hehe!

You can see a lot of Watery Wednesday posts here.

Yummy Sunday

2010-01-10T05:07:00.000-08:00

I love to eat this vegies. A Filipino dish. This is yummy too and healthy. More posts with Perfectly Blended.

Healthy Food

2010-01-08T20:36:00.000-08:00

I love fruits of any kind, vegies and food for health. These vegies are rich in vitamins especially for the eyes. I always encourage my kiddos to eat a lot of vegies and fruits as well to maintain good health. To keep healthy is to be wealthy not financially but physically. If a person is physically fir he or she can do a lot of things without any hassles. Living healthy is always the goal of everyone I believe. So why not start now? Start eating healthy food. You will live longer and stay healthy with a smile on your face at all times.

Enjoy eating healthy this year and you will see the result. Be the best and hope for the best to everyone this 2010 and onwards...

Watery Wednesday

2010-01-05T19:18:00.000-08:00

This is my Watery Wednesday post. I really enjoy taking pictures composed of different water anywhere in the world. This enjoyable place is in Bangkok, Thailand. You will really enjoy visiting these places. It's fun and more fun if you join here at Watery Wednesday.

Scenic Sunday

2010-01-03T05:24:00.000-08:00

Wanna join here? It's my Scenic Sunday photos. Last week when we travelled and had parties in some schools and villages. I took some scenic views.

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Skywatch Friday

2010-01-01T07:22:00.000-08:00

A flying lantern ... this is what we saw last night during the 2010 countdown.

Happy New Year everyone. Happy Skywatch Friday everyone. Hope you will have a blessed and fruitful year.

Wordless Wednesday

2009-12-30T00:15:00.000-08:00

Mellow Yellow Monday

2009-12-28T01:49:00.000-08:00

This is my Mellow Yellow Monday post. It looks like a real one. But actually it's only a painting made by a friend and was shared to me. Try to see more posts with Mellow Yellow Monday.

Yummy Sunday

2009-12-26T17:21:00.000-08:00

Last Dec 23rd was our wedding anniversary. One of our friends send us a message telling us that she is sending some amount the day before. I ask her, really? Then I told her that it's our anniversary the next day. We were glad and we decided to bless our family friends too. We had our lunch here in KFC. We are really blessed with friends who care. We thanked the Lord for all of them.

More Yummy Sunday with Perfectly Blended.

Skywatch Friday

2009-12-25T08:15:00.000-08:00

A Blessed Christmas to all bloggers. For me, Christmas is the best season of the year! Jesus came to set us free.

This is my Skywatch picture. We were in Genting few years ago and we're able to visit this beautiful and interesting place. We're on this cable car. Interesting, right? Skywatchers still on, visit the place and join, you still have time.

A Signboard with a Humor

2009-12-24T01:40:00.000-08:00

This is one of the signboards that has different meanings. You might laugh or get angry. Or you would never mind the thought of it. Anyway, I like this sign and I smile a bit, lol! There is humor but it makes sense.

A blessed Christmas to one and all!

Mellow Yellow Monday

2009-12-21T06:24:00.000-08:00

This is my Mellow Yellow Monday post. We call it Lantern Festival here in the city. It's fun and we enjoyed.
More Mellow Yellow Monday posts here. Come and join, you still have time to post like me, lol!

Scenic Sunday

2009-12-19T05:50:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone, my Scenic Sunday is up and I'm glad to be join again. Come and join us, you will really enjoy. Click the badge above and you will see more posts.

Watery Wednesday

2009-12-15T19:41:00.000-08:00

Watery Wednesday is up and this is my post for today. Taken in Bacolod City, Phil. my hometown. Try to join and enjoy the day surfing other Watery Wednesday posts.