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Bb. Pilipinas 2012

2012-04-17T20:31:00.000-07:00

Meet the new set of winners who will represent our country during the international pageants.

Janine Tugonon (No. 18) was proclaimed as the Bb. Pilipinas-Universe 2012. She is a Pharmacy graduate of University Sto. Tomas and works as a clinical specialist.

Her winning answer reflected her belief as a modern Filipina.

“I believe women have the right to choose between what they want. Just go for what God wants you to do. Between the two, whatever it is, you must do your purpose in this world. Just have faith and mature obedience, and everything will go smooth,” Janine said in the question and answer portion when asked about women foregoing a happy family life for a successful career.

Nicole Schmitz (No. 8) 23 years old won Bb. Pilipinas-International, a pride of Cebu City, was Binibining Pilipinas 2007 Top 13 semifinalist. She was a recipient also of two individual and special awards, namely Best in Swimsuit and Best in National Costume.

"I would rather be someone respected because that means you maintain your integrity, dignity and self-respect and that means that in turn you will be loved by whoever matters and everyone around you."

Katrina Jayne Dimaranan (No. 13) 18 years old won Bb. Pilipinas-Tourism. She also won the Best in Talent award.

Elaine Kay Moll was declared 1st runner-up while Annalie Forbes was 2nd runner-up.

The special awards winners are:
Bb. Photogenic: Karen Gallman (No. 1)
Bb. Friendship: Chloe Zanardi (No. 25)
Manila Bulletin's Reader's Choice Award: Roxanne Tadique (No. 20)
People's Binibini: Giselle Munoz (No. 21)
Ms. PAL: Mary Jean Lastimosa (9)
Best in Evening Gown: Angelee delos Reyes (No. 26)

The coronation night was hosted by Xian Lim, Iza Calzado, Venus Raj and Georgina Wilson.

Just a few comments during the pageant:

*Xian Lim needs more practice because I noticed that he had some grammar lapses and he doesn’t know how to ad lib and it is even very obvious that he’s reading the script (what I’m trying to say is, there are a lot of ways in order not to be very obvious that you’re reading a script when hosting).

*Georgina Wilson should speak naturally. She should avoid being too “maarte” in pronouncing words because I could hardly understand some of her words.

*Iza Calzado did a good job. But she should have worn more glamorous gowns instead.

*Venus Raj had a fair performance.

Source: http://www.google.com.ph

Le Tour de Filipinas 2012

2012-04-16T19:56:00.000-07:00

Around eighty local and international cyclists kicked off Stage One of the 2012 Le Tour de Filipinas in the coastal town of Sta. Ana in Cagayan last Saturday, April 14, 2012.

The first of four stages started in Sta. Ana to the finish line in front of the Tuguegarao City Hall still in the Province of Cagayan.

The race began with Cagayan Rep. Jack Enrile who fired the starting gun alongside cycling godfather Bert Lina and wife Sylvia, who represented Le Tour sponsor Air21, and race organizer Gary Cayton of Dynamic Outsource Solutions, Inc.

Stage Two started last Sunday, April 15, 2012 from Tuguegarao City to Cauayan City in Isabela. The third stage is 104 kms between Cauayan and Bayombong City in Nueva Vizcaya.

The final stage will be an exhausting ride over the Cordilleras and will feature two KOM summits as the riders depart for the iconic summer capital Baguio City, the final destination of the Le Tour.

The 2012 Le Tour consists of 11 foreign teams and five local ones as the riders duke it out for the top stage and overall prizes. Continental teams CCN Cycling Tean (Netherlands), OCBC Singapore, Aisan Racing Team from Japan, Uzbekistan Suren of Uzbekistan, Terengganu Cycling Team from Malaysia and Action Cycling Team from Chinese Taipei will take the stage beside club teams Plan B Racing Team from Australia, PureBlack Racing (New Zealand), Dutch Global Team (Netherlands) and Colossi Miche of Indonesia. The Indonesian National Team is also participating in the race under the Yogyakarta banner.

The local teams are SMART-PhilCycling National Team, LPGMA-American Vinyl, Go21, Mail & More and KIA, which is represented by members of the Philippine Navy.

Heartstrings (A Review)

2012-03-20T00:47:00.002-07:00

Lee Shin is a university student who is majoring in modern music. He is also a band member where he plays the guitar and at the same time he is the vocalist of the band. Shin is a good looking guy and has a strong passion for music. He is not interested to anything which is not related to music. He initially likes Jung Yoon Soo, a dance professor at the university but everything changed when he met Lee Kyu Won.

Lee Kyu Won belongs to a prestigious family and the same time she is a bright student. She is majoring in traditional Korean instruments, especially the gayageum. He grandfather, Lee Dong Gun, is one fo the top 3 traditional musicians of his age and his biggest wish is to see his granddaughter become a traditional music prodigy.

Because she wanted to live up to her grandfather’s expectations, Kyu Won immerses herself in training and becomes a university student who knows nothing outside of her studies. Since her friends are fans of The Stupid, she was forced to go to the band’s concert with them. There she saw Lee Shin performing live, and is immediately captivated by him.

City Hunter (A Review)

2012-03-19T02:27:00.000-07:00

Lee Yoon Sung (Lee Min Ho) works at the Blue House's National Communication Network Team and received his Ph.D at M.I.T. While, Kim Na Na (Park Min Young) is a bodyguard at the South Korean president's residence or The Blue House . Na Na lost her parents by car accident and since then she made a living by doing different kinds of part time jobs. When she became a bodyguard at the Blue House, she fell in love with Lee Yoon Sung.

The chemistry of Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young is amazing. I was really attached and drawn to the characters. If you are fond of action and romance at the same time, this drama is the perfect one for you.

I think I fell in love with Lee Min Ho because I really love his character.

City Hunter is really a must-see drama for everyone. I am sure you will all get hooked into it.

Cagayan Valley Run 2012: Race for Education

2012-02-27T19:49:00.000-08:00

The Cagayan Valley Bloggers Society and Philippine Chambers of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with Department of Tourism, Department of Education, Cagayan Development Authority, and Municipal of Santa Ana brings the “Cagayan Valley Run 2012: Race for Education" fun run, to be held March 31, 2012 in Sta. Ana, Cagayan.

The event will benefit the upcoming 1st Year High School Students from various public schools. Proceeds will go for the education of the deserving Grade 6 students from Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya and Quirino.

No walk-in participants on the day of the event. Register now. Limited race kits for runners. You may register online. Registration is inclusive of arace shirt, race bib and race map.

For more inquiries, you may post in the comments or email us at cvbloggers@gmail.com. Also visit CV Bloggers Facebook Page.

For more inquiries, you may also contact:

CAGAYAN:
Engr. Aurea Barit [President of PCCI]- 09164525708
Katrina Garcia- 09358323960
Tin Magpantay- 09082392133
Jerc Cinco- 09161910269
Xyve Macababbad- 09277581837

NUEVA VIZCAYA:
Esmi Padilla- 09069375454
Eli Avellanoza- 09174466375

BATANES: King Pangandaman- 09205443844

Hotel Accomodation and Reservations:
Santa Ana Hotel Accommodation resort and Restaurants Association (SAHARRA)
Linda Sapla- 09279912964

source: Cagayan Valley Mastermind Group

Compilation of "Merry Christmas" Pictures

2011-12-27T18:45:00.000-08:00

source: google

Have A Great Weekend

2011-12-02T02:13:00.000-08:00

Most of us want to spend the weekend with our family because it is a bonding moment after office days. We have different activities on how to enjoy the weekend. Some go to the malls to do shopping, watch a movie, eat in their favorite restaurant or simply stroll and unwind. Some visit their relatives and eat together. Some just simply stay home and spend the day watching a lot of movies or cooking their favorite dishes. But anyway, it doesn't matter how we spend the weekend, what is important is the enjoyment and happiness which are priceless and the additional memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Boy Abunda's The Bottomline

2011-11-27T23:26:00.000-08:00

I am a fan of the one year old reality talk show "The Bottomline" because I admire how Boy conducts his interviews to the most controversial and influential personalities not only in the country but abroad as well.

One thing more, the concept of the said show is not the usual type of a reality talk show wherein it's just between the interviewer and interviewee. I love the discussion part of the bottomliners because I get to hear variety of views and opinions from different opinionated people and there I am learning. I am fascinated on how Boy was able to get frank and honest answers from the guests because not all talk show hosts have this ability. The bottomline is, more power to the country's King of Talk, Boy Abunda.

Gandang Gabi Vice

2011-11-27T22:13:00.000-08:00

One of the tv shows I really look forward to is Vice Ganda's Sunday evening show.

I just simply love it coz' it's my way of treating myself after all the mommy stuffs I have to do after office work. The show brings out the child in me. I keep on laughing during the entire show. It seems so "mababaw" of me but that's simply me. And I get to discharge all the negative vibes by just simply watching and laughing afterwards. I really love all the punchlines of Vice Ganda, they're so havey na havey and "lakas ng dating". More power to you and your show!

I'm looking forward to meeting you in person someday.

Great Love & Great Tragedy Go Hand in Hand

2011-11-23T23:11:00.000-08:00

The title of my post really caught my attention while watching the interview of Nicholas Sparks at The Bottomline with Boy Abunda. This was exactly the answer of Nicholas when asked why some of his novels are about love and tragedy. Sparks is one of the best novelist I've ever known. He is one among the bestselling authors worldwide. But amid all the achievements, he is still very humble. Hopefully, someday I'll meet him in person and get a chance to talk to him.
Some of his works are the following:
The Best of Me (latest)

Safe Haven

The Last Song

The Lucky One

Dear John

The Choice

At First Sight

True Believer

Three Weeks With My Brother

The Guardian

The Wedding

Nights In Rodanthe

A Bend in the Road

The Rescue

A Walk To Remember

Message in a Bottle

The Notebook

Wokini (means seeking a new beginning or seeking a new vision)

One of my favorites among his works is "A Walk To Remember", it is a very touching story. It proves that great love really exists because that's the ending I want for the novel. But nevertheless, when we say great love it is always coupled with tragedy. When I say tragedy, it may be a problem or a challenge that someone will experience for the sake of great love. But the bottom line is, great love is a treasure that's why once you've found it, do everything to keep it for life.

Collection of Best Friend Quotes

2011-11-09T01:37:00.000-08:00

Daddy, thank you for being the best friend I didn't think I would have.

True friendship is like sound health, the value of it is seldom known until it is lost."
- Charles Caleb Colton

"A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out."
- Anon

from quotesbuddy.com

"If all my friends were to jump off a bridge, I wouldn't jump with them, I would be at the bottom to catch them."
- Anon

"Everyone hears what you say. Friends listen to what you say. Best friends listen to what you don't say."
- Anon

"We all take different paths in life, but no matter where we go, we take a little of each other everywhere."
-Tim McGraw

"Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart."
- Anon

"Surround yourself only with people who are going to lift you higher."

Remember, we all stumble, every one of us. That's why it is a comfort to go hand in hand." ~Emily Kimbrough~

from quotesbuddy.com

"People are like stained glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within." ~Elizabeth Kubler-Ross~

If you have one true friend, you have more than your share. ~Thomas Fuller~

“When it hurts to look back, and you're scared to look ahead, you can look beside you and your best friend will be there.”

"Together forever, never apart. Maybe in distance, but never in heart.”

"Promise you won't forget me, because if I thought you would, I'd never leave."
~Winnie the Pooh~

"A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out."
~Walter Winchell~

If all my friends were to jump off a bridge, I would not follow, I would be at the bottom to catch them when they fall.
~Source Unknown~

from quotesbuddy.com

"If I had one gift that I could give you, my friend, it would be the ability to see yourself as others see you, because only then would you know how extremely special you are."
~B.A. Billingsly~

"A true friend is someone who knows there's something wrong even when you have the biggest smile on your face."

“The best kind of friend is the kind you can sit on a porch and swing with, never say a word, and then walk away feeling like it was the best conversation you've ever had.” ~Unknown~

"Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light."
~Helen Keller~

"A circle is round it has no end, that's how long I want to be your friend!"
~Anonymous~

A loyal friend laughs at your jokes when they're not so good, and sympathizes with your problems when they're not so bad. ~Arnold H. Glasgow

A true friend is one who thinks you are a good egg even if you are half-cracked. ~Author Unknown

Friends are kisses blown to us by angels. ~Author Unknown

A good friend is a connection to life - a tie to the past, a road to the future, the key to sanity in a totally insane world. ~Lois Wyse

A friend can tell you things you don't want to tell yourself. ~Frances Ward Weller

A friend accepts us as we are yet helps us to be what we should. ~Author Unknown

A friend is one of the nicest things you can have, and one of the best things you can be. ~Douglas Pagels

A single rose can be my garden... a single friend, my world. ~Leo Buscaglia

Only your real friends will tell you when your face is dirty. ~Sicilian Proverb

Friends are the sailors who guide your rickety boat safely across the dangerous waters of life. ~Sare and Cate

What's your definition of "best friend"? Come on! Share it in the comment box below.

UNCONDITIONAL LOVE----------

2011-11-04T03:07:00.000-07:00

is true love...

is limitless...

means accepting someone's flaws...

has the power to heal all wounds...

binds people together...

creates relationships beyond our imagination...

loving without expecting something in return...

caring about the happiness of another person...

the most important treasure in life...

Unconditional Love Quotes by Famous People

1. Intense love does not measure, it just gives.
More Mother Teresa Love Quotes

2. The greatest gift a parent can give a child is unconditional love. As a child wanders and strays, finding his bearings, he needs a sense of absolute love from a parent. There’s nothing wrong with tough love, as long as the love is unconditional.
George W. Bush

3. To give and not expect return, that is what lies at the heart of love.
More Oscar Wilde Love Quotes

4. True love begins when nothing is looked for in return.
More Antoine de Saint – Exupéry Love Quotes

5. Only when we give joyfully, without hesitation or thought of gain, can we truly know what love means.
More Leo Buscaglia Love Quotes

6. The beginning of love is to let those we love be perfectly themselves, and not to twist them to fit our own image. Otherwise we love only the reflection of ourselves we find in them.
Thomas Merton

7. Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get–only with what you are expecting to give–which is everything.
Katherine Hepburn

8. Love is, above all, the gift of oneself.
Jean Anouilh

9. Love, true love, is that which can give the most without asking or demanding anything in return.
Mazie Hammond

10. Love… What is love? Love is to love someone for who they are, who they were, and who they will be.
Chris Moore

11. Truly loving another means letting go of all expectations. It means full acceptance, even celebration of another’s personhood.
Karen Casey

12. The rule of unconditional love; it is in the giving that you make the other person realize.
More Unknown Author Love Quotes

Tips for a Successful Marriage

2011-10-17T20:14:00.000-07:00

Marriage is not at all times "a bed of roses". It is a battlefield. In marriage, love is not the only important thing; it should be coupled with patience, understanding, perseverance and the will/spirit to fight all the hindrances along the way.

I've come across an article about marriage and I want to share it to everyone because I want you to value marriage as much as I do.

(from Yahoo Philippines)
The Secret That Married Women Aren't Telling You

Married women will understand how difficult it is to stay married.

Marriage pushes women to the extremes - you're either throwing dishes at each other or twiddling your thumbs from the mundanity. You may find yourself in weird situations - a threesome, cheating or being cheated, your husband telling you he's gay after 30 years together.

With all the hurdles of marriage, it's no wonder that divorce rates are skyrocketing.

But in the end, all married women have that dream of growing old with their spouses. They want to be the old wrinkly couple holding hands in the park that younger women aspire to.

So how do you have a long-lasting marriage?

These tips may not tell you how to have a happy marriage, but they will show you support systems to keep you trying.

1. Endurance

The key of any long-lasting marriage is endurance. You and your husband are human beings. Googgly-eyed love once masked all flaws.

But after 25 years, it's unlikely that you can ignore all the rough edges. In fact, those things that you once found endearing are probably the things that are driving you crazy.

Things may or may not get better. But without endurance to last through rough patches, you will never know.

2. Have a life outside the home

According to Iris Krasnow, author and assistant professor in the School of Communication at American University, the happiest wives have 'a sense of purpose and passion in work and cause outside of the home'.

In other words, have a life outside your home. Don't circle your life around your husband. Wives who count on their husbands alone for fulfillment and attention often found themselves disappointed, alone and angry.

3. Have some space

As you probably already know, any healthy relationship needs space. According to Krasnow, the happiest wives are those that don't spend every waking and sleeping moment with their husbands.

These are the women who are independent, can take their own vacations and make their own decisions.

Couples who allow each other to grow separately are the ones that are best able to grow together.

And probably won't get on each other's nerves as much.

4. Have girlfriends

A lot of wives have this impression that girlfriends should fall away after marriage.

This is incredibly wrong.

Your girlfriends are the people who help you vent your marital frustrations. They provide you a support system that will help you weather through the toughest times of your marriage.

So if you want to grow old with your husband, make sure some close girlfriends are growing old with you too.

Message to my husband for almost 3 years and still counting: I am loving you more each day "daddy". Words and actions are not really enough to express how grateful I am for having you in my life. God is really great because when he gave you to me, he simply got it all for me. It seems a little corny but it's true "daddy". I wanna grow old with you. Iloveyou...gonna miss you again...mwah...mwah...take care always.

Vera7 Group Consumers Cooperative

2011-10-12T00:06:00.000-07:00

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VERA7 offers you a key to success.

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Manila Ocean Park

2011-10-06T22:48:00.000-07:00

This oceanarium is located in Manila Philippines. It is larger than the oceanarium at Sentosa Underwater World in Singapore.

The place is really cool especially when you are with your kids because aside from learning about sea creatures they will also enjoy looking at the amazing fishes, sting rays, shark, lobsters and many more; plus other fun activities for kids.

Treat your kids now at Manila Ocean Park and spend a quality bonding time with your family.

Experience the Wonders of Batanes

2011-10-06T02:09:00.000-07:00

If you want to unwind and enjoy the natural surroundings I would suggest Batanes. Why? --Because the place is simply a paradise. No hassles. Stress-free. Smoke-free because bicycle is the common means of transportation.

Unlike the other top destinations in the Philippines, there are no expensive hotels or restaurants, no disco houses or clubs for nightlife activities that’s why the place is really quiet.

Batanes is the best place if you want to meditate and just be with yourself.

So, what are you waiting for? Discover the place now!

My son's 2nd b-day

2011-10-05T00:58:00.001-07:00

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Trip to Baguio

2011-10-05T00:56:00.000-07:00

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Manila Ocean Park

2011-10-05T00:52:00.001-07:00

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My Family

2011-10-05T00:46:00.001-07:00

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The Breathtaking City of Pines

2011-10-03T01:17:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a summer getaway, one of your possible options would be Baguio City, the Summer Capital of the Philippines. Why? Because most of the time, the weather is cold. You can even jog or take a walk around the city without thinking of sweating too much unlike if you are in the metro.

Daddy & CM with the "katutubo"

Many people, foreign and local, visit the place because of the many tourist spots it has to offer which includes the following: (source: http://www.gobaguio.com/attractions.html)

Kennon Road, this is the shortest access route to Baguio City.

Mines View Park, you can take a peek of the spectacular view of Benguet's gold and copper mines together with the Cordillera mountains.

The Mansion,this is the official residence of the President of the Philippines during the summer.

Session Road,this is known to be the main avenue of the city where different commercial centers are located.

Camp John Hay,this is said to be the most popular tourist destination in Baguio City.

Burnham Park, this is known to be the very heart of the city.

Philippine Military Academy, it is known of its long and brilliantly outstanding history of preparing only the best Filipino men for military service.

Lourdes Grotto, this is the place where you can meditate while in the city.

Botanical Garden, a place where you can see the native houses of the different Cordillera tribes.

Teacher’s Camp, a training center and venue for teachers from all over the Philippines who visit Baguio City during the summer.

Lion’s Head, one of the well-known images of Baguio.

Baguio City Market, a place where you can buy all your necessities like fruits, vegetables, wines and many more. Name it, city market has it all.

Baguio Cathedral, a majestic church located on top of a hill in the heart of the city, it is one of the more familiar icons of the city.

Wright Park, it features the "Pool of Pines" which is said to be the much photographed Baguio landmark.

Mount Santo Tomas, known as the highest peak of Baguio.

Bell Church, it features intricately designed arches and buildings adorned with flags, bells and dragons.

Tam-awan Village, the best place for indigenous artists for its art gallery.

Wood Carver’s Village, exhibits the works of indigenous wood carvers.

Easter Weaving Room, the best place if you want to see native fabrics and other handicrafts; you can also witness the actual process of weaving.

Maryknoll Ecological Sanctuary, a place where you can simply enjoy the “nature”.

Balatoc Mines, if you want to become a miner for just a day then you should visit this place.

Crosby Park, the best place for hiking, camping, meditation, photography, picnics, sports exercises, walking, and other nature-based experiences.

The City of Pines is most visited in the month of February because of its annual celebration of the Panagbenga Festival or the Flower Festival where celebrities are also invited to grace the said occasion.

You can go to Baguio by land if the weather is good but it is best to travel by air during rainy season because the city already has the Loakan Airport.

Most of the hotels in the city are already wi fi zones that’s why it is also best if you bring with you your laptops so that you will still have an access to the internet while having your vacation and you can immediately upload your photos on facebook or blog your adventures and exciting experiences.

If you are into ukay-ukay, Baguio has a lot of them also.

The city has also schools for you to choose from if you’re thinking of studying here. Some of them are: University of the Philippinse (UP) -Baguio, St. Louis University (SLU), Philippine Military Academy (PMA), University of Baguio (UB), University of the Cordilleras (UC),

One thing you must not forget when visiting the place is your camera so you can capture every moment.

You will enjoy every bit of your stay in the city because Baguio almost got it all for you.

Must-see Places in Vigan City

2011-09-28T02:42:00.000-07:00

Baluarte is one of the tourist spots in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Animal lovers will really love the place because it has a mini zoo inside where you’ll see different kinds of animals found here in the Philippines and abroad. My first visit to Baluarte was in 2010 with my hubby, my son who is one year-old then, my sister-in-law and hubby’s grandma. We really enjoyed the place because it is a bonding moment for the family as well. Unlike other tourist destinations, getting inside Baluarte is absolutely free. You just have to write your name in the logbook. You can also take pictures as many as you want. If you want to buy souvenir items, they are available a few meters away.

Calle Crisologo is a place where you can see ancestral houses and it is also a nice spot to take pictures because it seems like you are in the early times. Souvenir items are also all over the place.

St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral this was built by the Augustinians 1790-1800. A place where you can meditate for a while.

Suncity

2011-09-22T20:11:00.000-07:00

Cagayan Holiday and Leisure Resort Philippines or commonly known as “Suncity” is located at Brgy. Tangatan, Sta. Ana, Cagayan Philippines. As of the moment, I can say that it is the best resort here in Sta. Ana. It can even compete to the well-known resorts not only in the province but in the entire country as well.

If you want to stay overnight or for a couple of days you may stay at the villas (Grand Villa, Superior Villa, Deluxe Oceanfront Villa,Luxury VIP Villa, where you can be assured of a comfortable and luxurious stay.

Grand Villa

Superior Villa

Grand Villa

Superior Villa

Deluxe Oceanfront Villa

Luxury VIP Villa

For people who are fond of water sports, Suncity has the Blue Water Sports Center where you can enjoy different and exciting activities. If you want to relax you can visit Suncity’s Spa Origin. Or if you want to exercise and remove your excess fats you may go to Suncity’s Gym.

Spa

Gym

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Rainy Season Begins

2011-09-21T00:49:00.001-07:00

It keeps on raining again.

Most of the time, I am just inside the house playing with my baby and hubby or watching movies while having a snack. Actually, during rainy season we can still have a lot of bonding moments even just inside the house.

But the most important thing is to be aware that rainy season is also a time where most of us, especially kids, get sick.

Here’s a list of the common sickness during rainy season:

(Reference: http://www.jpsimbulan.com/2008/07/19/common-diseases-and-health-conditions-during-the-rainy-season/)

1. Common cold and Flu-both are usually associated with coughing and sore throat

2. Diarrhea-usually caused by drinking unclean water

3. Typhoid Fever-is transmitted by the ingestion of food or water contaminated with feces from an infected person

4. Dengue Fever-(transmitted to humans by the Aedes aegypti (rarely Aedes albopictus) mosquito)

5. Leptospirosis-(transmitted to humans through unsanitary water on the streets which has mixed with rat urine).

But these things can be prevented. Let’s just remember the basic things like staying inside the house if it’s raining or if there’s a need to go out then we should bring an umbrella or wear a raincoat to avoid getting wet. Taking vitamin C will also help and of course ensuring that the water we drink is clean.

Remember the old adage guys which say, “Prevention is better than cure.” So, let’s be responsible and stay healthy.

LETTING GO OF A GRUDGE

2011-09-20T23:23:00.000-07:00

It is very easy to tell someone to just forget and move on after a not-so-good incident. But based on my experience, it is easier said than done. No matter how much you tell yourself to feel ok, it pains you. And one of my weaknesses really is to easily let go.

There are times that I wanted to keep on talking just to burst out the pain and anger within me but at times I feel better if I just keep quiet.

My hubby is always the person I talked to if I have problems that keep on bothering me.

He used to tell me to just forget and move on and he always reminds me the fact that everybody is experiencing such. It doesn’t matter how big or small your problems are what matters most is your ability to deal with them.

Problems are just spices of life to make us stronger and better persons. Let’s just take them positively and treat them as an avenue to learn new things.