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Matisyahu - One Day (YouTube Version)

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 27 Jul 2014 15:47:00 +0000

"One Day"

Sometimes I lay
Under the moon
And thank God I'm breathing
Then I pray
Don't take me soon
'Cause I am here for a reason

Sometimes in my tears I drown
But I never let it get me down
So when negativity surrounds
I know some day it'll all turn around because...

All my life I've been waiting for
I've been praying for
For the people to say
That we don't wanna fight no more
There will be no more wars
And our children will play
One day [x6]

It's not about
Win or lose
Because we all lose
When they feed on the souls of the innocent
Blood-drenched pavement
Keep on moving though the waters stay raging

In this maze you can lose your way (your way)
It might drive you crazy but don't let it faze you no way (no way)

Sometimes in my tears I drown (I drown)
But I never let it get me down (get me down)
So when negativity surrounds (surrounds)
I know some day it'll all turn around because...

All my life I've been waiting for
I've been praying for
For the people to say
That we don't wanna fight no more
There will be no more wars
And our children will play
One day [x6]

One day this all will change
Treat people the same
Stop with the violence
Down with the hate

One day we'll all be free
And proud to be
Under the same sun
Singing songs of freedom like
One day [x2]

All my life I've been waiting for
I've been praying for
For the people to say
That we don't wanna fight no more
There will be no more wars
And our children will play
One day [x6]

My Firmoo Acetate Glass Frame Glasses

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 09:40:00 +0000

Last May 16, 2012, along with my Firmoo wrap-around plastic sunglasses, I got this RX pair from them. The frame is made from Acetate Glass and it was quick and easy to get this RX pair. I sent the needed information like the PD and the grade, they made it and shipped it. I got the items for about 10 working days.

This frame has a perfectly carved by high-qualified acetate, it's pretty solid and durable. Total weight is about 30 gram with basic lenses. I got myself this grey frame with ivory temples with wild and rough grain wood texture on the surface. I got this pair with a set of tools and screws which I totally love because not all optical store does this.

Without glasses I can't barely see or read anything. I have been wearing an RX pair since grade school. So glasses are a necessity. And here's a photo of me wearing it when I woke up the day after I got it.

If you want to grab yourself a pair, check out Firmoo's Website or their Facebook Fanpage for details.

Mamsuy's Home Made Spanish Style Sardines

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 02:15:00 +0000

This Spanish Style Sardines mini business started early 2006. This used to be our family recipe only passed on from my grandfather. A lot of our friends and relatives would normally finish up all these when we serve them on family occasions. Later that year, we were having a hard time with cash and had to decide to come up with something to earn from. So we, my mom - Susan "Mamsuy" Lim, decided we go on and do the mini business. She would do the cooking and my sister Jeri Mae Lim and I would do the delivering and advertising. Friends and relatives would buy from us which really helped us a lot. The business stopped around 2008, when our cooker died and couldn't fund for a new one. It was just the other day that Mamsuy finally got the funding to buy a cooker, so we started it again.

This is Home Made, Hot & Spicy, and of course, delicious. Grab one now and let us know what you think. :)

Putting them in the microwaveable containers to cool down a bit before covering.

In the microwaveable container.

Sealed.

Each container weighs 220grams and each costs Php 50.00 only.

More Photos Here

Lyn's Puto Delight

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 04:11:00 +0000

Lyn's Puto Delight was formally started November of 2008. It originally was Chad Chester Uy's family recipe only. A lot of friends has been asking them to open up a puto (steamed rice cake) business since almost all of their friends loves and requests for them on almost any occasion or even just the ordinary days that they crave for it. Friends then grew shy to ask even more, so they asked them to cook for them and pay for it. When Chad got married to Rosalyn L. Uy, they decided to continue and open the planned biz.

You can grab and taste these puto at Cham's 24 Hour Convenience Store Carmen, Macasandig, and Xavier branches. Or you can order thru text/call: 0923 915 8923 and look for Chad.

Tatak Environmentalist - One Shirt One Tree Project

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:35:00 +0000

1st Rafting Adventures and Papa Ardie's Concepz in cooperation with Hot106.3FM and The Bar presented Tatak Environmentalist - One Shirt.One Tree Project. For P250.00 worth of shirt you buy, you get to plant a tree. Last August 22, 2009 was the launching of the project which was held at Only in Cagayan (OIC) Bar and Grill parking lot. Among the events highlights were the video presentation on the environmental issues and the calamity that hit Cagayan de Oro City last January 2009 and the performances of local bands and dancers. CDOBloggers supported this project.

Where and when it all started...

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 01:04:00 +0000

These all happened last 8/19/2009 - We were all so caught up with the preparations for the MBS3 that we failed to notice that we still didn't have much advertisements to local radio stations to invite Kagay-anon bloggers.

Since I knew a few DJ's personally, I had to do something. I asked Papa Ardie of Hot106.3FM to give us a time slot and we'd document his event in exchange so he agreed. I relayed the good news to the fellow core group and true enough, our CDOBloggers President ChiQ Montes with Edward Ragpalla II was interviewed regarding the MBS3 event and had the chance to invite the Kagay-anon listeners tuning in the station.

Taza Coffee at around 12noon.

After the interview is where all the stress started. In exchange for that interview and continuous plugging, I would have to make an AVP for their event Tatak Environmentalist, One Shirt One Tree Project that was due in 2 days. I had no other way but to dose myself of brewed coffee and had gone back smoking. Edu, also known as Magman, was there for moral support. (thanks bai, if wala pako ka thank you). He documented that day, from that morning til evening. He too was stressed with me that he finished his cigarette pack in less than 2hrs. LOL. While I was working, he took photos of Rosario Strip.

Taza Coffee at around 9pm

I guess that's about all it. So Magman, we now have an official date and place of where and when we started back smoking. LOLZ

Pik-Cup

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:47:00 +0000

Young Entrepreneurs Vincent "Inting" L. Uy and Francis Merrill "Kirk" E. Escalante thought of having their own business for their future. Since both of them have the common hobby of eating, they thought of something affordable and convenient for all ages and thus PiK-Cup was born.

They started with just delivering to Metrobank where Inting's older sister is working. But as time flew, they both lacked the inspiration to continue and Kirk had to go back to school. They eventually slowed down and stopped for about a year. This is when Inting's mommy Victoria L. Uy stepped in the picture to revive what was started, cause she saw the potential of the business.

Pik-Cup now has a stall at Xavier University Canteen. You can also have the Pik-Cup's delivered if ordered by bulk. So far, Pik-Cup has only 4 options to choose from: Pork Asado, Sisig, Chicken Stew, and Corned Tuna. ALL FOR 35PHP PER CUP ONLY!

For more information visit their stall at XU Canteen or call/text:
728305, 09175490300 look for Mommy Vicky Uy. :)

CDOBloggers at Loreto's Grill and Family KTV

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:19:00 +0000

Last August 15, 2009, the CDOBloggers had a meeting at Loreto's Grill & Family KTV - the Home of the Original CDO Sisig. It's located at #35 Tomas Saco 6th Nazareth
Cagayan de Oro, Philippines.

The meeting was for the upcoming Cagayan de Oro Fiesta and other Cagayan de Oro events to blog about - like the Tatak Environmentalist, One Shirt, One Tree Project.

If you're in Cagayan de Oro and you're looking for a place to unwind and eat great food - visit Loreto's Grill & Restaurant and enjoy their wide array of delicious lutong-bahay dishes!

They also have spacious themed Karaoke & Billiard Rooms. With prices per room ranging from 130-250/hr and can accommodate 6-20 persons.. In these photos we were at the SMB Room. There are other rooms like the Coke Room, Pop Room, Oscars Room, Super Heroes Room, Rap Room, Rock Room, Ginebra San Miguel Room, Classics Room, Elvi's Room, and Marilyn's Room.

Celebrate important occasions with their catering and packed meals service or hold a party at one of their function rooms.

For more information Call/Fax:
(088)8571342/ Fax (08822)714849

Thank you 2GO!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:41:00 +0000

Last 8/2/2009 a package arrived at home. I had to wonder then who sent the package when I haven't even bought anything online yet. So I opened it and received a note with the stuffs inside. It was 2 free traveling kits/bag from 2GO for being one of the first 50 who registered in their new website feature. Thank you 2GO.

Our Last Day in Manila

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:35:00 +0000

..was last July 2, 2009. We decided to go to MOA for the last time before we headed back home. We just strolled and got snacks. Tita Suzette was also there with her grandson. Zaza enjoyed being with him. I got them thumbs up ice cream. It was Zaza's first time. They finished 10pcs each. LOL.

Running around the food court

Thumbs up time. :)

California Maki at Teriyaki Boy

Tita Norma eating the Maki

My Futo Maki. I just love em.

We then continued strolling around MOA and had our last dinner at Teriyaki Boy. Tita Norma wanted to meet us before we left so we had the last dinner with her. At home, my sister Pilar and bro in law couldn't stop hugging and playing with Zaza coz they know it's going to be another long time before they see him again.

Their lust hugs and kisses.

Our Manila Zoo Experience

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 13:18:00 +0000

Last June 27, 2009, a few more days till the flight back to CDO. I had to insist again and again that we go to Manila Zoo as I wanted Zaza to see the animals that he only sees on TV and PC. That was one of the main goals I wanted to achieve as we booked for Manila.

It was almost impossible to go there with the weather - It was raining almost everyday that time. The location was also a bit far from my sister and bro-in-law's place and they work night shifts. But thank God for the opportunity of a better day to visit the Zoo.

Seafood Cioppino at Italiannis (I just love seafoods!)

Before we went there, I had to go meet someone at Glorietta Mall. My online Boss, Ron, purchased a camera online thru eBay and he asked me to meet with the seller. So I did. We then tried Italianni's - which they say had good food, and we enjoyed it there, was a bit painful in the wallet though. hehe.

Zaza and his yellow chick.

So then, after our meal we went straight to the Zoo. At the entrance, Zaza was so desperate to have those painted chicks, so Ae got him one. The chick became a distraction the whole Zoo journey cause Zaza would worry about where the chick was and check on it once awhile.

Our pic near the very old Elephant.

Hippopotamus that won't show him/herself

Turtle posing for the camera

With the Philippine Deers

As far as I could remember we got to see a very old elephant, sadly no giraffe, lotsa monkeys - about a whole block of 'em, tigers, a hippo, birds, horses, carabaos, alligators, deers, hamsters, rabbits, huge fishes, iguanas, some snakes, and some other animals which names I do not know.

You might ask why, but sadly, not all the cages there had name/labels as to what the creature was. So I only got to identify and point to Zaza those that I know of. There was even a time when we were at the hippo pond getting some shade and there were maybe around 7 people that came to look too with their kids and they called it a rhino. I had to say it aloud "Za, that is a hippopotamus or a hippo" then those who heard would walk away. LOL. Atleast they'd know what was it, indirectly. haha.

So anyway, aside from that cage labels - the smell inside was really terrible only got better when we were around the horses as the animals were a bit far from where the people should be standing.

Horse and Zebra

Emo Monkey

Tiger Love

Mom, Me, Zaza, and Ae posing at the Tiger's cage.

I also got the chance to hold a small python. It scared the life out of me, I could feel every inch of its body moving around me. LOL.

To sum everything up, we enjoyed the zoo. I didn't enjoy my sinus attack after though. But it was worth it. We didn't have some of the animals back here in Cagayan de Oro - so it was all good.

More Photos Here

You Reap What You Sow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:01:00 +0000

Good morning said a woman as she walked up to the man sitting on ground.

The man slowly looked up.

This was a woman clearly accustomed to the finer things of life.. Her coat was new. She looked like she had never missed a meal in her life.

His first thought was that she wanted to make fun of him, like so many others had done before. "Leave me alone," he growled....

To his amazement, the woman continued standing.

She was smiling -- her even white teeth displayed in dazzling rows. "Are you hungry?" she asked.

"No," he answered sarcastically.. "I've just come from dining with the president. Now go away."

The woman's smile became even broader..

Suddenly the man felt a gentle hand under his arm.

"What are you doing, lady?" the man asked angrily. "I said to leave me alone.

Just then a policeman came up. "Is there any problem, ma'am?" he asked..

"No problem here, officer," the woman answered. "I'm just trying to get this man to his feet.. Will you help me?"

The officer scratched his head. "That's old Jack. He's been a fixture around here for a couple of years. What do you want with him?"

"See that cafeteria over there?" she asked. "I'm going to get him something to eat and get him out of the cold for awhile."

"Are you crazy, lady?" the homeless man resisted. "I don't want to go in there!" Then he felt strong hands grab his other arm and lift him up. "Let me go, officer.. I didn't do anything."

"This is a good deal for you, Jack," the officer answered. "Don't blow it."

Finally, and with some difficulty, the woman and the police officer got Jack into the cafeteria and sat him at a table in a remote corner. It was the middle of the morning, so most of the breakfast crowd had already left and the lunch bunch had not yet arrived...

The manager strode across the cafeteria and stood by his table. "What's going on here, officer?" he asked. "What is all this, is this man in trouble?"

"This lady brought this man in here to be fed," the policeman answered.

"Not in here!" the manager replied angrily. "Having a person like that here is bad for business."

Old Jack smiled a toothless grin. "See, lady.. I told you so. Now if you'll let me go. I didn't want to come here in the first place."

The woman turned to the cafeteria manager and smiled. "Sir, are you familiar with Eddy and Associates, the banking firm down the street?"

"Of course I am," the manager answered impatiently. "They hold their weekly meetings in one of my banquet rooms."

"And do you make a goodly amount of money providing food at these weekly meetings?"

"What business is that of yours?"

I, sir, am Penelope Eddy, president and CEO of the company."

"Oh."

The woman smiled again. "I thought that might make a difference." She glanced at the cop who was busy stifling a giggle. "Would you like to join us in a cup of coffee and a meal, officer?"

"No thanks, ma'am," the officer replied. "I'm on duty."

"Then, perhaps, a cup of coffee to go?"

"Yes, ma'am. That would be very nice."

The cafeteria manager turned on his heel, "I'll get your coffee for you right away, officer."

The officer watched him walk away. "You certainly put him in his place," he said.

"That was not my intent. Believe it or not, I have a reason for all this."

She sat down at the table across from her amazed dinner guest. She stared at him intently. "Jack, do you remember me?"

Old Jack searched her face with his old, rheumy eyes.. "I think so -- I mean you do look familiar."

"I'm a little older perhaps," she said. "Maybe I've even filled out more than in my younger days when you worked here, and I came through that very door, cold and hungry."

"Ma'am?" the officer said questioningly. He couldn't believe that such a magnificently turned out woman could ever have been hungry.

"I was just out of college," the woman began. "I had come to the city looking for a job, but I couldn't find anything. Finally I was down to my last few cents and had been kicked out of my apartment. I walked the streets for days. It was February and I was cold and nearly starving. I saw this place and walked in on the off chance that I could get something to eat."

Jack lit up with a smile. "Now I remember," he said. "I was behind the serving counter. You came up and asked me if you could work for something to eat. I said that it was against company policy."

"I know," the woman continued. "Then you made me the biggest roast beef sandwich that I had ever seen, gave me a cup of coffee, and told me to go over to a corner table and enjoy it. I was afraid that you would get into trouble... Then, when I looked over and saw you put the price of my food in the cash register, I knew then that everything would be all right."

"So you started your own business?" Old Jack said.

"I got a job that very afternoon. I worked my way up. Eventually I started my own business that, with the help of God, prospered." She opened her purse and pulled out a business card. "When you are finished here, I want you to pay a visit to a Mr. Lyons...He's the personnel director of my company. I'll go talk to him now and I'm certain he'll find something for you to do around the office." She smiled. "I think he might even find the funds to give you a little advance so that you can buy some clothes and get a place to live until you get on your feet.. If you ever need anything, my door is always opened to you."

There were tears in the old man's eyes. "How can I ever thank you?" he said.

"Don't thank me," the woman answered. "To God goes the glory. Thank Jesus... He led me to you."

Outside the cafeteria, the officer and the woman paused at the entrance before going their separate ways...

"Thank you for all your help, officer," she said.

"On the contrary, Ms. Eddy," he answered. "Thank you. I saw a miracle today, something that I will never forget. And..And thank you for the coffee."

If you have missed knowing me, you have missed nothing.

If you have missed some of my emails, you might have missed a laugh.

But, if you have missed knowing my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, you have missed everything in the world.

Have a Wonderful Day. May God Bless You Always and don't forget that when you "cast your bread upon the waters," you never know how it will be returned to you..

God is so big He can cover the whole world with his Love and so small He can curl up inside your heart..

When God leads you to the edge of the cliff, trust Him fully and let go.
Only 1 of 2 things will happen, either He'll catch you when you fall, or He'll teach you how to fly!

The power of one sentence!

God is going to shift things around for you today and let things work in your favor.

God closes doors no man can open & God opens doors no man can close..
If you need God to open some doors for you....send this on.

Have a blessed day and remember to be a blessing...

Galatians 6:6-8

Love...

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:56:00 +0000

Sometimes, in our relentless efforts to find the person we love, we fail to recognize and appreciate the people who love us. We miss out on so many beautiful things and simply because we allow ourselves to be enslaved by our own selfish concerns.�

Go for the man/woman of deeds and not for the man/woman of words for you will find rewarding happiness not with the man/woman you love but the man/woman who loves you more. The best lovers are those who are capable of loving from a distance, far enough to allow the person to grow, but never too far to feel the love deep within your being.�

To let go of someone doesn't mean you have to stop loving, it only means that you allow the person to find his own happiness without expecting him to come back. Letting go is not just setting the other person free,but it is also setting yourself free from all bitterness, hatred, and anger that you keep in your heart.�

Do not let the bitterness rare away your strength and weaken your faith, and never allow pain to dishearten you, but rather let you grow with wisdom in bearing it.�

You may find peace in just loving someone from a distance, not expecting anything in return. But be careful, for this can sustain life, but can never give enough room for us to grow. We can all survive with just beautiful memories of the past but real peace and happiness come only with open acceptance of what reality is today.�

There comes a time in our lives when we chance upon someone so nice and beautiful and we just find ourselves getting so intensely attracted to that person. This feeling soon becomes a part of our everyday lives and eventually consumes our thoughts and actions.�

The sad part of it is when we begin to realize that this person feels nothing more for us than just friendship. We start our desperate attempt to get noticed and be closer but in the end our efforts are still unrewarded and we end up being sorry for ourselves.�

You don't have to forget someone you love. What you need to learn is how to accept the verdict of reality without being bitter or sorry for yourself.�

BELIEVE me, you would be better off giving that dedication and love to someone more deserving. Don't let your heart run your life, be sensible and let your mind speak for itself. Listen not only to your feelings but to reason as well.�

Always remember that if you lose someone today, it means that someone better is coming tomorrow.�

If you lose love, that doesn't mean that you failed in love.�

Cry if you have to, but make it sure that the tears wash away the hurt and bitterness that the past has left with you. Let go of yesterday and love will find its way back to you. And when it does, pray that it may be the love that will stay and last a lifetime.

- this was sent to me last Aug. 19, 2002. I didn't really bother reading this email back then but right now I can feel its meaning, its truth that somehow kinda nudges me back to reality - the reality that I am still alone.�

hope everyone who reads this will learn something, or realize things, or even understand what's been there for some time now..

this is me on emo mode, on a very long, unproductive, tiring, boring, and lonely day... bye.

Cagayan de Oro mourns and thanks Tita Cory

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:22:00 +0000

Noon of today, the CDOBloggers had to meet at divisoria for some work to do for the upcoming Mindanao Bloggers Summit 3 (MBS3).

While we were waiting for the others, I saw yellow ribbons tied at posts around divisoria. I had to take a photo so I can blog about it and let the Aquino family know, in a way, that Cagayan de Oro appreciates so much what Tita Cory has done for everyone. Here's a photo of yellow ribbons we saw around divisoria earlier today:

Yellow ribbons around divisoria for Tita Cory

After a very long, productive, and tiring day, we headed back to divisoria, arrived there around 8pm, so we can go back to our respective homes. As we were about to get a taxi, my sister and I saw this - flowers and candle offerings for Tita Cory from fellow Kagay-anons.

Stage facing the Plaza.

Flowers and Lit Candles from Kagay-anons
(back of the stage)

I had my sister take photos cause I didn't see any media people around, maybe they didn't know or maybe we were just early there. We weren't able to take much photos because my camera ran out of batteries.

Half of this part of Velez road was closed with RTA watching over it. We saw a few men and women in yellow shirts with Tita Cory's picture, we also saw nuns at the plaza. I was going to ask them about what's going to happen tonight but they looked busy trying to organize things and talking so I didn't get the chance to.

the Men wearing Tita Cory shirts busy talking about something.

Yellow flowers for Tita Cory

As we stayed a bit longer, a lot of people came and lit a candle for Tita Cory as they passed by. Also those people who just came out from work, like these people from Agfa Colorhouse whose office is about a block away from this street.

Kagay-anons lit candles for Tita Cory

More people arrived and lit a candle for Tita Cory
(my last photo of the night)

When my friend PangitSter plurked that he just got home, I asked him if there was still people in the plaza, he said there were alot, maybe they'd go on a vigil. I thought the same way, we just don't know the exact details. I just overheard the guy talking when we left that there was going to be a mass while he was talking about how good Tita Cory was.

To the icon and mother of Philippine democracy - we will miss you po. Thank you for giving us the inspiration and a lot of hope for a better Philippines. For the sacrifice, the hard work, and the love you have shown for the Filipinos. We thank you po. You will be always remembered by the Kagay-anons.

REGISTER & VOTE Bus & Rock the Vote Visits Cagayan de Oro

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 05:05:00 +0000

July 30, 2009 – The REGISTER & VOTE (RV) Campaign Bus visited Cagayan de Oro with RV Movers Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan, Congresswoman Risa Hontiveros, Atty. Alex Lacson, and Congressman Teddy Casiño. The RV bus, which symbolizes the Register and Vote (RV) Campaign, aims to empower up to nine million first-time Filipino voters through voter registration, as their first step to political empowerment and public participation, also to inspire Filipinos from different sectors and geographic locations to move for positive change through online and offline cooperation, knowledge sharing and information exchange, capacity-building, and public information and advocacy.

The first stop of the day was at PJoe's Diner at Rosario Arcade, Limketkai Mall where the MOA signing between Senator Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan, RV Team, and COMELEC took place at 10:30 AM. I didn't get to witness this event cause I was still dead asleep on my bed, but 3 of our fellow CDOBloggers officers were able to make it there - pinks0da, Dingexx, and Magman who were so star stricken to see and sit with Senator Kiko Pangilinan himself who was way taller and much more handsome than showed on TV. They were so stunned that they didn't even notice nor were they enticed of the food served right in front of them.

CDOBloggers arriving at Pryce Plaza Hotel

CDOBloggers talking about PJoe's MOA Signing with Sen. Kiko & COMELEC

Next stop was at Pryce Plaza Hotel for a meeting/press conference/forum with Sen. Kiko and the Department of Agrarian Reform-X (DAR). It was also participated by different non-government organizations (NGOs) from Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental and other provinces of Region 10. This is where I and some more of the CDOBloggers came in – Mike Abonitalla, Venus, Bang, BBJane, May Ann, and Magnus. This is also where we got our official Media pass. We then had a very quick lunch – most of us didn’t get to finish our lunch because our food came in late and we were so excited when Ms. Irene said it was time for our picture taking with the Senator. We then rushed out the hallway before the Senator came out and prepped ourselves there. As Sen. Kiko was approaching us, Ms. Irene and Ms. Julie then pointed at us and introduced us as the bloggers of Cagayan de Oro and we smiled with pride while Sen. Kiko himself shook hands with my fellow bloggers. We then had a group photo, taken by Bon Aserios, with the Senator.

Sen. Kiko Pangilinan awarding land titles for DAR at Pryze Plaza Hotel

Bon Aserios and Ms. Irene Aserios prepping for the quick
CDOBloggers shoot with Sen. Kiko Pangilinan

Before leaving Pryce Plaza, we were given the chance to take photos of the RV Bus and also got the chance to ride on the bus as the team headed to MUST (Mindanao University of Science and Technology) for an afternoon forum with the students. We were welcomed by the MUST tribal dancers as the bus was entering the vicinity. As the Senator was about the speak, the heavy rain came pouring down, but it never stopped the students to listen and show interest on Sen. Kiko’s advocacy speech, encouraging the students to be part of the 9 million expected first time voters this coming 2010. I, for one, will be part of it. Yep, it’ll be my first time then – don’t ask why. LOL.

CDOBloggers with the Register & Vote (RV) Bus outside Pryce Plaza Hotel

Bang, Pinks0da, Venus, BBJane on board RV Bus

Magnus, Dingexx, and I on board the RV Bus

Magman on board the RV Bus

MUST welcomes us with dances

Dingexx, I, Ms. Irene Aserios, and Pinks0da at MUST grounds.

MUST students listening to Senator Kiko Pangilinan under the rain

Eager and Interested students listening to
Senator Kiko Pangilinan under the bad weather.

We, Magman and I, were then toured by Pinks0da and Dingexx around their alma mater. After the quick tour, the RV Team headed for COC (Cagayan de Oro College) for another talk. We didn’t go with them this time cause we wanted to rest and gather up strength for the concert. We took a quick snack at KFC Limketkai and headed to Pinks0da’s place for a quick rest.

6:00 PM came; we rush down to Xavier University Gym, since it was time for the Rock the Vote Concert featuring HALE, SPONGECOLA, LUKE MEJARES and other surprise guests. As the Cagayan de Oro local bands played, Ms. Irene asked us to go in front and squat at the front row portion of the floor so others would follow. As we were sitting there, we could feel everyone staring at us wondering what we were doing. The emcee’s then announced the dance floor was for everyone, people from the balcony went rushing down to sit with us and we all enjoyed the CDO local rock bands: Upstart, Tabularaza, Twin Chicken, and K9 among others. Tj Ortiz and Sandy David also shook the crowd with their acoustic music where the audiences sang their hearts out – each of the artists also was inviting and encouraging everyone in the gym to register and vote on the upcoming election, to make a difference, to not just complain about the current leaders – but to find a way to change by registering and voting for a better leader.

CDOBloggers first on the XU Gym dance floor.

Twin Chicken at the Rock the Vote concert - CDO

Tabularaza at the Rock the Vote concert - CDO

K9 at the Rock the Vote concert - CDO

Sandy David at the Rock the Vote concert - CDO

We then paused to welcome the special guests – the RV Movers Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan, Congresswoman Risa Hontiveros, Atty. Alex Lacson, and Congressman Teddy Casiño and Xavier University’s very own Fr. Jet Villarin.

RV Movers in Rock the Vote, XU Gym, Cagayan de Oro

XU's Fr. Jet Villarin leads the prayer for President Cory Aquino.

Fr. Jet led the prayer for former President Cory Aquino’s health before the Unity Statement took place. We were given glow sticks before they arrived and we weren’t informed we were going to use it for that portion, so instead of using the glow sticks, we used our cellphones to light up the gym as sign of Unity of the Filipino people in the call for REAL CHANGE. That we deserve better. Our families deserves better.

Unity Statement and lighting of our cellphones. Photo by Bon Aserios

CDOBloggers right beside the stage.

CDOBloggers on the dance floor.

Senator Kiko Pangilinan at the Rock the Vote Concert - CDO

After each of the RV Movers came up to talk and encouraged everyone to register and vote. The rocking of the gym continued – this time Luke Mejares, Spongecola, and Hale did the job. We would like to thank Ms. Irene Aserios for giving CDOBloggers the opportunity to join this event with special privileges, if it weren’t for you, we wouldn’t have seen/touched/photographed these very special icons of the country up-close and personal. Thru this event, I will get registered – together with my fellow unregistered cdobloggers, who lost hope in our election system and the government – this is for our future and our families’ future. Let’s all register and vote this coming 2010!

Luke Mejares at the Rock the Vote Concert - CDO

Spongecola at the Rock the Vote Cagayan de Oro

Spongecola

RV Movers enjoying the show

Our pic with Spongecola-Yael's shoe, we were just below him

Hale at the Rock the Vote Concert - Cagayan de Oro
(photo taken from afar - you'll know why later. hehe)

CDOBloggers with Congressman Teddy Casiño.

CDOBloggers with the RV Team

CDOBloggers with Noli Benavent - the guy behind NO TO CON-ASS

The "pulis" who didn't allow us to come back up on stage, even if we were there the whole time way before they stood their post there. To think Hale was the last band to play that night. We were a bit annoyed and pissed for this, we were able to cover almost all the event's happenings except Hale's because of them. Anyway, we got some pics from afar and we decided to leave cause of dismay but we did enjoy the event.

CDOBloggers last men standing.

More photos of the event here.

Boto Mo, I-Patrol Mo: Ako ang Simula – Cagayan de Oro

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:50:00 +0000

July 29, 2009 - Juvie Galve of ABS-CBN Cagayan de Oro invited the CDOBloggers.com to join and cover their campaign 'Boto Mo, I-Patrol Mo: Ako ang Simula' - saying we are powerful. We can make a difference. We can start the change. They encourage us in this campaign to use new media (the internet) and our cellphones to patrol the vote and push for clean elections in May 2010.

ABS-CBN photo by Magman

waiting for TV Patrol airing. photo by Magman

CDOBloggers for Ako ang Simula. photo by Mike A.

ABS-CBN grounds was the venue of the event. It was supposedly a whole day event but not all was able to make it early cause of work and not all stayed till the Sadsad parteh cause they had work the next day. I was one of the late comers of this event cause I was printing out some letters for local media and companies the day before this till dawn of this day for CDOBloggers' upcoming event the Mindanao Bloggers Summit 3 (MBS3) which will be held here in CDO.

CDOBloggers at ABS-CBN grounds. photo by Magman

SaNaSaNz & Be_Bang with the tank outside ABS-CBN. hehe

After the event, we had a quick photoshoot outside ABS-CBN with the tank parked outside. We also ate dinner at Butcher's Best BBQ and then we parted ways.

Bang, Ding, Venus, & BBJane at Butcher's Best BBQ. Photo by Jeri Mae

Mike A. behind me, Me, and Zaza at Butcher's Best BBQ. Photo by Jeri Mae

Bang and Ding's Order. Sizzling Sisig at Butcher's Best BBQ. Photo by Jeri Mae

Hot & Spicy BBQ at Butcher's Best. Photo by Jeri Mae

Our order. Kimmy Roger's at Butcher's Best BBQ

So again, I'm calling out all the youth and those who still wants to be called youth, let us all make a difference, we should make a way for our future, let's all stand up and say AKO ANG SIMULA!

More photos of the event here.

Our First ToyCon Experience

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:11:00 +0000

June 13, 2009 - My Bro-in-Law Eric told me about this yearly toy convention and at first I didn't know what it was. All he said was all kinds of toys will be displayed there and will be sold way much lesser than their original price. So I was so excited to have Zaza experience it too coz I have been looking for some Cars characters that I couldn't find here in Cagayan de Oro.

The event was at SM Mega Mall Megatrade Hall 2-3, we came early but the line was already very long, good thing Eric saw one of his friends and we, as if, went together. lol. The ticket was 100/head and Zaza was free.

The very long line - start of the line is at the other side.

As soon as we got in, we passed thru the booth where they gave away stickers and posters for free and we started to go around and check the toys. I specifically looked for the Tractor and Frank of the Cars movie and they didn't have any. Eric got Zaza a mini Wall-E that didn't last long cause Zaza thought its body parts were working so he moved it, mini Wall-E's head only lasted about 15minutes. A few minutes after the incident we passed by a stall that had a bigger Wall-E and was talking and moving. Back here in Cagayan de Oro that toy costed around almost 4,000 pesos and there it costed 1,000 pesos so I had to buy it for him, with my last money, cause I don't know when our next visit to Manila will be or if we'll ever experience another ToyCon again. He loved it, said thank you to me a couple of times and kept pushing the button to make wall-e talk and walk.

The receiving booth where we got the free posters and stickers.

Marvel Superheroes posters that we got for free. (L-R: Zaza, Eric, and Pilar)

Disney Cars collectibles.

Sad Zaza holding the beheaded mini Wall-E

Testing the bigger talking and walking Wall-E

Thomas and Friends booth.

Eric also bought him a big Bumblebee at the Transformers section of Toy Kingdom. As we walked around, we passed by the Star Wars section and there were clone troopers there. Zaza didn't know what they were, he was afraid at first but when one of the troopers asked for a high five from Zaza he wasn't scared then. Zaza had a picture with Atiu Eric and I asked for a pic with them too. We also took photos with the other characters from all different shows that's on display there.

Zaza sharing high five with clone trooper.

My pic with the clone trooper.

Zaza said: "hala si, si, uhm.." then I said: "si stitch baby" then he just stared at it.

Supersized Ronald.

After a very long walk and tour around the ToyCon we went out and ate for the first time at Sbarro. I heard they have very good food, but I had a headache then and I didn't like what I ordered from there, maybe I'll give them another chance and ask them next time what they'd recommend so I can say too that I love their food.

Our orders at Sbarro.

After eating, we went to Toy Kingdom and looked for a basketball ball cause Eric promised Zaza a new ball cause there was one time Zaza said, all his balls were back at home and he wanted to play with a ball. Eric bought him a spalding ball, and at the section he even showed his moves to us.

Our pic outside Toy Kingdom

Stuffed tigers we saw when we came in.

We also walked around Toy Kingdom and took pictures with some characters from movies that are stuffed, like a huge Dory and Nemo also with their huge stuffed animals, some Zaza was afraid of, some he was amazed of. But there was this one stuffed tiger that he really wanted - we captured the moment he hugged it and said goodbye cause he knew I didn't have the money to buy it. It was crazy expensive, around 2000 pesos for the baby tiger??

Dory from the movie Finding Nemo which is as big as he is.

A much bigger stuffed Tiger and Cheetah.

His look saying goodbye to the expensive baby tiger.

After a long day of walk around the mall, we passed by Thumbs Up and had Zaza try it, he totally loved them, then we headed home. Bathed Zaza when we arrived cause he was all over the animals, toys, and everywhere and I felt like he has all the germs in the world. He then asked for his toys and played with them. I also took a photo of what he got that day.

Zaza eating Thumbs Up ice cream.

Zaza and his toys from ToyCon and Toy Kingdom.

It was a nice experience, something that doesn't happen here in Cagayan de Oro. Maybe they should do it next time.

More pictures of this day here.

More toycon info here: http://toyconph.com

June 2009 in Manila

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 00:50:00 +0000

June 5, 2009 - The only day that it didn't rain much then. When I arrived Manila, I texted all my friends and classmates who were there so I could meet them. My long lost best guy friend in high school and my partner in crime back then, Chatillo "Chat" Gonzalez - I call him Igit (wet sh*t), texted me morning of this day asking which house we were in cause he was in our street, so I told him. When he saw me, he said "OMG sana, you're so big na" hahahaha. I just said I knew and I would work on it. So anyway, I asked him to accompany me to the bank cause I needed to pay someone and he agreed.

Whining about the pains of having a beautiful girlfriend. lol

After the bank transactions, we had lunch at Inasal Express just across the bank. I took a photo of him while he was whining about his artistahin girlfriend that he would get stressed everytime they're together cause alot of people would be looking at her. LOL. I had to say I should meet his girlfriend and he said we will. While waiting for our orders, he took a photo of us for remembrance after almost a decade of not seeing each other. He also told me about his fascination with fishes and animals and how he managed to fit in 5 aquariums to his small room.

Our pic while waiting for our orders.

Since we were talking about animals, I asked how much a small turtle costed there and he said about 120-200 pesos depending on the breed. So I was shocked cause here in Cagayan de Oro, turtles costed about 350-450 and that's about 1.5-2.5inches in size and was never on stock! haha. I had to say he had to bring me to where he buys his pets.

Cartimar was where he buys them. It's a very big place full of petshops. We rode a jeep, then a bus, we walked going there so I had to make sure he was near or I would get lost, cause I didn't know where we were. We got to buy Zaza a green turtle for 150 pesos. Then as we were about to head home, the heavy winds and rains poured, instead of meeting his girlfriend back in Makati, he had her girlfriend go to Cartimar. I met her there and she was really pretty - artistahin nga and Chat was right almost every guys head turns when she's around. lol. As the rain stopped, they accompanied me home and said our goodbyes and thanked them for the day.

June 6, 2009 - My sister's day off. We went malling at Glorietta again. We had our first Wendy's experience this day too. I was with Zaza, Mom, and sister Pilar. Zaza also played at their interactive floor. We also went to the arcade and had Zaza play there. They had a small train there where a child could pretend they are the one driving. Zaza was so excited he had to ride them - we took a video of him. We then had to go to the restroom cause he pooped and had to be changed. Then rested and bought a huge bag of popcorn from Tater's and we headed home.

Our orders at Wendy's

Zaza on the train. Attendant preparing him.

Zaza with the ziplock size of Tater's popcorn.

June 7, 2009 - My sister Pilar and bro-in-law, Eric's, day off. They decided to bring us to Greenhills. They bought Mom a new blouse from there, Zaza got a new outfit (pants and shirt) from them, my other sister Joy got a new outfit from them too. We got to see 4 celebrities there and we were so happy we did. We didn't have much celebrities back here.

Potato skin at Tender Bob's

Zaza waiting for his order at Tender Bob's

Zaza's Chicken Fingers at Tender Bob's

Mom's Chowder at Tender Bob's

My/Our Seafood Platter at Tender Bob's

Eric, then took us to their favorite place to eat - Tender Bob's and their food was great! We had potato skin, chicken fingers for Zaza, Mom got a chowder something and Eric ordered seafood platter for me which I totally enjoyed, and Eric got himself a Baby Bac Ribs. We enjoyed dinner and headed home. As we were about to go to bed, Eric and Zaza were playing - he put Zaza inside a big pillow case with a very soft pillow and we would see how he would get out. Zaza at first was scared cause he didn't know how to, but eventually he enjoyed it and wanted to be put in some more. lol.

June 9, 2009 - We woke up almost midnight cause we were hungry. Zaza also was looking for Ae so we decided to buy pizza while watching tv and waiting for Ae to arrive. Good thing about Manila is that they have 24hrs delivery service for alot of food chains, here in Cagayan de Oro the latest is 10pm and Yellow Cab is the only place that has 24hrs delivery. This day was our first ever Domino Pizza experience. We ordered a big pizza and they gave us a small pizza for free. Zaza enjoyed it while watching Mickey Mouse clubhouse, we also enjoyed it too. I loved the MeatZza better than the ExtravaganZZa, so did Zaza. After we ate, Zaza was now sleepy again he couldn't wait for Ae any longer, so I put him to bed around 230am.

Our Domino's Pizzas

MeatZza from Domino's Pizza

Zaza eating MeatZza

Here's a video of Zaza on the Interactive floor:

And a video of Zaza driving the train:

EQ Dry Freebies

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:10:00 +0000

Eversince Zaza was born, he has been using EQ Dry for diapers. He hasn't experienced any form of rash or UTI with his diapers that's why I keep patronizing them - aside from their promos and freebies.

Zaza a month and 16days old.

Since then, I started to wonder what the points at the side of the pack was for, then one time I bought this pack with a promo flyer on it, and said something about the items you get in exchange for the wrappers and they ship it to you for free! So then, I got so excited. The first item I got from them was just in time for my need - a diaper bag. Here's a photo of it:

As far as I could remember, I think there were 2 colors for this bag - I got the blue one. The next 2 items I got from EQ were animal bags, I remember there were 4 of it then, but my wrappers' points doesn't sum up to get all of them. So I only chose 2.. here's a photo of them:

Then came birthday promos which we didn't join and waited for the other promos to arrive. Then July of 2007 they came up with the Bath Time Set there were 4 to choose from, we got the duck set. Here's a photo of Zaza with his duck set:

Everytime Zaza would take a bath then, he would use this bath robe. Then on June 2008 they came up with the Baby's Garden Set, I super love their ideas and they come just in time for the needs of Zaza, cause at this age, he loves being outside and exploring things that's happening out there and this garden set helps him to explore things without being too much exposed to the sun. Here's a photo of him using the garden set at the garage:

And the very latest he got are the Animal Friends' Cow and Lion, we are still waiting for the Dog to arrive, we have just sent them the wrapper a few days ago. Here's a photo of him with his first batch of Animal Friends:

These animals friends make their sounds when you press the EQ logo on their body. This promo is still up until July 31, 2009. So send them your wrappers now :) I just would like to thank you guys for coming up with these promos. We love your items, they are also durable. More power to your company and I hope you guys won't stop your promos.

So again, for all the mommies out there who didn't know about EQ having promos (actually freebies) every year to those loyal supporters - every pack of diaper has points and each item they give out free has an equivalent of a number of packs. It's been 3 years now and I have received alot from EQ already by just saving their wrappers and sending it to them in time and in exchange for their items.

more photos here: http://sanasanz.multiply.com

Our First Manila Ocean Park Experience

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:23:00 +0000

June 4, 2009 - Mommy Thelma Manalo accompanied us to the Manila Ocean Park. It was our first time there. We were supposed to leave in the morning but Manila was all gloomy then, actually for about a week - good thing the weather gave way and allowed us to go. It was very windy though and drizzles came once in awhile.

Mommy Thel, Zaza, and Ama - outside the very windy Ocean Park. I took the pic.

Zaza was amazed at the entrance alone. hehe

We were so amazed at the oceanarium experience. I was thinking how'd they put all those sea creatures inside?

Zaza starting the journey

The journey started at Agos(Flow) water cascading from an artificial waterfall that flows into 8 different water tanks displaying various flora and fauna. They created a model of the interconnectedness between land and sea. The rocky shoreline is showcased in a Touch Pool where one can physically encounter animals on display.

The artificial waterfall at Agos.

Zaza looking down at the Crocodiles at Agos.

I touched the Chocolate Chip Starfish at Agos.

After Agos, Bahura (Reef) was next. It is a series of 46 tanks that featured the very colorful Philippine underwater rainforest.

I was amazed by this Razor Fish. I thought they were just seaweeds floating.
Photo taken inside the Bahura(Reef).

First time we saw Seahorses - up close and personal. They swim so gracefully.
Photo taken inside the Bahura(Reef).

Cowfish - ain't they cute?hehe
Photo taken inside the Bahura(Reef).

A very aggressive Ribbon Eel.
Photo taken inside the Bahura(Reef).

Looks like seaweeds? Guess again..

They are Garden Eels. Amazing isn't it? First time i've seen this ever.
Photo taken inside the Bahura(Reef).

Zaza just kept saying WOW. But all throughout he kept asking for Mr. Ray (character in the movie Nemo) coz before we went in, we told him there was a ray there. Then we entered Laot(Fishing Ground) - four big distinct aquariums displayed an assortment of fish in all sizes and colors.

Rays at their very huuugggeeee tank.
Photo taken inside the Laot.

Buhay na Karagatan (Living Ocean) - We enjoyed a breathtaking 25-meter walk along an underwater tunnel and experienced how marine animals interact with each other in their natural habitat.

Our pic inside Buhay na Karagatan's 25-meter walk along an underwater tunnel

Zaza showing us the thumbs up.
Photo taken at the end of the Buhay na Karagatan

My pic just after the underwater tunnel.
Buhay na Karagatan

Ang Kalaliman(The Deep) came next. Ang Kalaliman’s deep sea resident is the barracuda - known for its toothy grin as the “Tiger of the Sea”. But we skipped this one. We weren't too amazed by it. hehe. After the Deep was the Pagi (Ray) Overhang tank we walked beneath the magnificent creatures.

The Pagi Overhang Tank.

Last but not the least, the largest Shark (Pating) tank we've ever seen.

The huge fishes, their different and cool breeds, eels, sharks, and a whole lot more were super duper amazing. We got to see the creatures we just see on TV or Encarta.

After the long walk and amazement - we went to eat at North Park - our first time to eat there too. Mommy Thel said we should try their food. And we totally loved them. Zaza loved it too, but he was just so torn, he was sleepy, hungry, and tired all at the same time.

Here's a video of him falling asleep while eating cause he was super tired:

More pictures of the day here.

Our first time in MOA and IMAX

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 08:43:00 +0000

May 30, 2009 - My sister Pilar and Bro-in-law Eric's day off. They decided to bring us to MOA (Mall Of Asia) our first time there. On our way out, Zaza saw our neighbor holding her rabbit, Zaza begged to hold it, so we took a picture. We then headed to MOA.

Zaza and the neighbor's rabbit

Zaza, Ama, Atiu Eric and Me - Ae Pilar taking the Pic

When we arrived there, we immediately rented Zaza a car good for a day - paid Php 180 for unlimited hours. We toured around the mall, stopped for some pictures, and rested and tried out Auntie Anne's Soft Pretzels coz Eric said it was his favorite. Didn't really like the plain pretzel, I loved the one with hotdog better, so did Zaza.

Zaza on his car at MOA - Php 180 for the whole day.

Our pic outside MOA. L-R: Zaza, Ama, Nana, and Ae Pilar. Atiu Eric taking the pic
(Zaza was having a hard time making the peace sign, so we just did 3. lol)

And when we said to make the number 1 hand sign - he made this. lol

Our Auntie Anne's Snack.

After Snack, Eric and Pilar decided to have us try IMAX - short for Image Maximum. It’s the first and only IMAX Theatre in the Philippines. The theatre features the largest movie screen in Asia and the first to offer the most advanced cinematic 3D in the world, known as the IMAX 3D. We watched The Night at the Museum 2 there.

Pose at Zaza's latest movie's poster.

Zaza making fun of me

After the movie we sat down for a while at the iMax Coca-Cola chill lounge while everyone else was taking a leak. We then claimed back our cameras from the baggage counter and took photos at the movie posters inside IMAX.

Zaza's dinner.

Zaza was hungry after the movie so we bought him chicken for dinner at a chicken place at MOA which name I forgot. Bought him a toy so he'd eat as he was losing appetite. We then went home, played for awhile, and rested early cause the next day we needed to go to church for the thanksgiving celebration.

Atiu Eric giving me the feet, Zaza and Ae Pilar on the background.

Zaza now giving me the feet.
(Lesson: What kids see, they follow. So be a good example. lol)

We enjoyed the day. Thanks Pilar and Eric for taking us out.

More pictures of the day here.

Zaza's first time in Glorietta & Burger King

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 06:46:00 +0000

May 26, 2009 - Our second day in Manila. We went to Glorietta with sister Pilar and Bro-in-law Eric. We had our first Burger King experience there. I forgot what we ordered though but it was good. Afterwards, we went to the play ground at the center cause Zaza wanted to ride those huge animal rides. Atiu Eric found him one but we were having a hard time looking for the attendant for the token, he had to buy from the mini arcade about 3mins away from the area.

Zaza & I at Burger King

Our orders.

Zaza and Ae Pilar at Burger King

Zaza had fun driving. Too bad Ae Pilar had to go to work he wasn't able to ride with her. But he rode with Ama and Atiu Eric and he loved Ama shouting everytime he made sudden turns or stopped the animal ride. lol.

Zaza on his first animal ride w/ Atiu Eric - waiting for the attendant to arrive

Zaza & Ae Pilar's last pic before to going to work

Zaza enjoying Ama's reactions. lol

Zaza and Atiu Eric on a zebra ride.

After the animal rides, we went to the mini arcade to have him play there. He played at a small submarine driving a boat on screen, he also attempted to play at the Time Crisis - he wanted the gun shooting games so we played and he watched.

Zaza driving the mini submarine.

Zaza and Atiu on Time Crisis

After the arcade we passed by Toy Kingdom and bought him a new remote controlled car - its wheels light up and the front wheels rotates 360 degrees. It's rechargeable and it really runs so fast. He loved it. It was his first toy from Manila. We then went home and rested. He kept playing with this car before bed.

Zaza's new remote controlled car in the dark.

More pictures here.

Our first trip together

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 14:48:00 +0000

May 23, 2009 - We started packing for our (zaza and I) first out of the city trip together. Mom also had her bags fixed and picked up to prepare for the trip. Zaza was so excited that he kept asking if it was time to go, if it was time to ride the plane.

Zaza practicing on Mom's newly fixed bag (5/23/09)

May 25, 2009 - Was our flight schedule. We were going to Manila to bring the house help they needed and for vacation - our first ever vacation since Zaza was born, 3 years ago. We left the house at 3pm and we headed to the airport. My last trip was around 1997, I was in high school then and churchmates were with us - we just followed everyone around, so it really felt like my first time again. hehe.

Zaza and Stephanie at the taxi on our way to the airport.

It was Stephanie's (the house help) and Zaza's first time on the plane. Mom have been to alot of trips before so she knew what to do. We arrived at the airport around almost 4pm, our flight was around 5. We showed our eticket and converted it to real ones, we checked in our stuffs and waited in the pre-departure area. I must say taking off of shoes is a big hassle back there - everyone should wear slippers.

Mom working on our tickets.

We bought water and food for Zaza and everyone at the pre-departure area and waited for our plane. We also took some photos there. When PAL PR284 arrived we went and took quick pictures outside the plane for Zaza to remember and we boarded. The plane left at exactly 17:35 or 5:35pm.

Zaza and I fooling around at the pre-departure area - waiting for our plane.

Zaza, Mom, and Stephanie outside PR284

At the plane, Zaza and I took photos of us, him and mom and the view outside the plane. He didn't sleep the whole trip, he was just so amazed of how we could fly on the plane and he kept saying wow while seeing the clouds, the big water and the wing of the plane.

Zaza and Ama on PAL PR284

Zaza and I fooling around.

Zaza eating graham crackers from the stewardess.

Our tickets, supposedly, doesn't include snakcs during the flight but the stewardess found Zaza too cute and friendly that she had to give him 4 graham cracker packs. He loved them, said thank you and winked at all those pretty stewardess. He only ate 1 pack and the rest he kept inside his bag.

We arrived at the Manila airport almost 7pm and Zaza had to say wow again coz there was so much planes around and the airport was bigger compared to where we left from. He played around while we were waiting for our baggages to come out from the carousels. Ae and Atiu were waiting for us outside and they were so excited.

Zaza with Renzo and Raffy. Tito Keno and Tita Mayette also waiting for their stuffs.

When we came out and saw my sister and bro-in-law, Zaza had to run so fast and hugged Atiu and Ae. We then went straight to the apartment to rest and settle down.

Zaza and Ae Pilar.

My little cowboy Zaza, playing with Atiu Eric's toys.

Here's a video of Zaza, Ae and Atiu playing at the room right before bed time.

More pictures here.

Zaza's FREE Nestlé Chuckie Gift Pack

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 10:21:00 +0000

March of 2009, I don't know what exact date, but I was browsing to Ms. Rowena Wendy Lei of http://animetric.blogspot.com and I saw her post about Nestlé Chuckie's Freebie and I had to register to get the freebie cause Zaza loves Chuckie, and it's for free! The freebie was only for the first 200 to register to their site and I really thank Ms. Rowena for sharing this cause I made it to the first 200. hehe.

May 14, 2009, I received an email that my Chuckie Burstastic package was on the way.

May 22, 2009 we received Zaza's Nestlé Chuckie Gift Pack and we were so excited to open it. We were the first 200 to try their new flavors then. hehe. I personally loved the choco burst. Both Zaza and I didn't like much the peanut nor the cookie flavor. Double choco was the best! Specially when it's cold!

Here's his free gift pack. Inside were the 3 new flavors and some flyers and promo items. :)

I suggest you visit Animetric's blog for more promos and freebies. :) thanks again sis. The Chuckie new flavors are now out in the market at, here in Cagayan de Oro it's around 17-21pesos each, depending on where you'll buy it. You guys should try them out.

Zaza & the Lechon head

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 20:03:00 +0000

5/17/09 - Joy (miyahmayah) was out for a meeting/party at church. Here in the Philippines - I'm not sure if it's also applicable to other parts of the world - during big parties.. left overs can be brought home by either close guests, or the host of the party for someone who didn't make it to the party, we call it BH (Bring Home) or sometimes called as Balot (wrapped). At Joy's meeting, they had alot of left overs, so joy got some for us at home. When she came home Zaza was already sleeping, so she reserved the surprise for the next day.

5/18/09 - Zaza woke up earlier than me so I didn't get to see the action. Mom showed Zaza his surprise - the Lechon head - Joy (miyahmayah) then took pictures of him with it. Eversince Zaza was born, he never had a lechon bought for him, even during his birthday, nor did we serve on special family occassions. There was once at my older sister pilarmarielim's wedding with ewicgarcia but the lechon came chopped already. So this is the closest moment he had with a dead/cooked pig. When I woke up about 2hrs after, he bragged about seeing it but now Ama (my mom) has already cooked it. He was so excited to show me the pictures on my cam that he had to get it and said I should turn it on. hehehe.

Zaza had to touch it, and looked confused. hehe

More photos here.

Lechon here in Cagayan de Oro costs about 2,000 - 3,000 pesos.. That could already feed about 150 guests :) During peak season like Christmas or Graduation it usually climbs up to 3,500 depending on the size.