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Because it's my birthday

2011-05-02T04:44:00.000-07:00

March 08, 2011 - My birthday. Everything was unplanned. And thought it would be a normal day at work, but then in the last hour of my work, I received an event invitation from Geiser Maclang a day before my birthday. Thanks to my colleague who agreed with the swap schedule. Funny it may seem, but my birthday fell on the same date of the 2011 Women's Day, this was the invitation I received from Geiser Maclang (thanks for the invitation) and was held at the Cebu City Hall. Just like last year, I celebrated my birthday at SM City with the opening of Freizberry Store. Everything went fine at the event. I saw Pia Magalona, the wife of the late master rapper Francis M, Abbygale Arenas former Binibing Pilipinas titlist and among others. You can read my post about it here.

After the event, Vernon, Clado and I decided to go to SM City and stroll around. Still I got no exact plan on what to do on my day, but I was thinking of treating them some pizzas while waiting for the response of the Himayan folks, however, everyone was busy that time. Thus, we decided to split around and I went to the Centre and attended the revival at Maranatha Christian. Before I went there, I dropped by Sto. Niño Church and Cathedral Church.

Then I went home after.

Solo Flight in Manila

2011-02-15T12:35:00.000-08:00

February 11, 2011 - end of shift it was past 2am already. As an after shift routine, we had food trips Streamline and Fasthosts folks (Yoyoy, Macoy, Mon, Tipz, and Kate). We ate lechon at the 2nd floor of i2 bldg. It was yummy and made all of us full. Afterwhich we separted ways and I went home. It was 4am. I turned my notebook on and check some emails and updates while I was trying to finish preparing the things I need to bring for my solo flight in Manila. Around 5am I left and headed to Mactain International Airport, my flight was 6.30AM. No traffic at all and so I was able to catch my flight schedule. On my way to Manila, I was really really sleepy, I haven't got any sleep at all since Friday 11AM. I fell asleep and when woke up, we are about to land in NAIA. It was fast and we landed ahead of time. I waited my big brother Jonathan at the airport, and met him near Bay 7. He accompanied me at DOST main office in Bicutan (I was trying my luck and hopefully would get myself cleared from them.) Afterwhich, we went home and via Philippine National Railways (PNR) going to San Andres where he and his family live. I took some rest after eating.

While waiting for PNR

Around 5pm we went to Manila Bay, trying to catch the sunset view at the place. Below are the photos.

Sunset in Manila Bay

Street lights at Manila Bay

My brother's family ^^,

Statue of Ninoy and his friend?

The winner ad!

February 12, 2011 Saturday: I went to MOA and met my cousin Jernacel there. We watched the 2nd Pyroworks Musical. With her were the "Gee Gurls" as they call themselves (my cousin's classmates in Makati Med during first year college). Thus I happened to know them (Reiko, Julie, Angel, Danica, Marielle and Charizz) and I would say they're all cool and jammin'! You won't get bored with them, no wonder why they still are the G-Gurls after all these years!

The Flying G-Girls! (hahaha)

Here are some of the fail shots during the Pyromusical Fireworks Competiton

It was already 8.30PM Jerna's mom called and told us to go home because it was already late. And so we had to leave the company. Fairview or some call it FARView is really far from Mall of Asia, 2 hours ride approximately including traffic. Thus we arrived home (Caloocan) around 12.30AM and we received an "award" a slight award though. And just before we went to bed, we have decided not to go to Clark (Hot Air Balloon Festival).

February 13, 2011 Sunday: As planned we went to Star City (ride all you can 50% off since we were wearing red, it was their Valentines Promo). Moving on, I finally met Maerry (Jerna's classmate) and also Rhea and their other class/schoolmates in National University.

with Maerry

My cousing Jerna and her NU friends

The first ride was VIKING, at first I thought it will be a boring ride, but I was wrong. I got butterflies in my stomach when it was on its full throttle. My body was shivering and I wanted to jump out - it was freaking scary. I did try to conquer my fear while I was on top, but no matter how I tried, my body just shivered and my hands were sweating so cold. It was a freaking ride, but it did not end there. We continue the ride until the night. My cousin Jerna and I arrived home around 12 midnight.

The survivors (with the little boy): My cousin Jerna, Maery and Rea

(Time to go home)

Feb. 14, 2011 Valentines Day: Around 7 in the morning, I left the place, my cousin was still sleeping, she must be tired, I bid goodbye to my aunt and went back to San Andres, Bukid to get my things left at my brother's house. It was rush hour, thus I took the MRT and then LRT and then jeepney - the funny thing was, I got lost, not really lost and I was a bit late with my target ETA. Around 11AM, I left San Andres an headed to the Airport, my flight was 1.30PM. Because of my so called no-sense-of-direction, I got lost again while on my way (it has been a tough day for me, I would say it was Manic Monday! hahaha) Anyway, I arrived Cebu safely, thanks God for the safe flight.

It was a whole lot of fun there! I will miss everything back there! ^^,

Just Random

2011-02-06T08:13:00.000-08:00

Alright am back! And I am trying to update my blog after a month of not writing anything. Been attempting to write though, but laziness and boredom hit me, in short procrastinating things again in this blog. Anyhow, I won't be making this post that long (i guess?), but will just share the thoughts I have in my mind right now and those random stuffs that my memory would serve me.

The year 2011 so far is not that bad. After I revamped my other site (Beyond-The-Norms) I've been like a freak monitoring my site, checking traffic and my earnings at the same time. Thus I dubbed it "blogkabuhaya" meaning "blogging for a living". I don't know if you already heard such term, as for me I first heard it myself. :P. So much for the blogging life, let's jump to my New Year's Resolution(s) - the never ending and unaccomplished new year's resolution I have every year: "To gain weight". I mean, to gain fats? Uhmm I dunno what the term is, but it's close to that thing. The only challenge I have is that, I lack discipline. I don't eat meals 3 times a day, mostly 1 meal a day and the rest? Snacks, junk foods, chocolates, bread and sandwich spreads. No proper routine. I eat if my stomach hurts that much. Moreover, my other goal is to save money for my schooling next year. I will apply for ETEEAP (Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program), to finish my course to earn a degree and will take DPE (Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Education), to be able to take the thing they called Board Exam and then teach! It would be a dream come true, in Gods time and will. I lift everything to Him as I am working with my long term plan in my career. What else? Hmmm bear with me, this is really a very random post. I feel like writing everything now as fast as I could. Right, for the first time in a long time, my family went out for lunch together. With me Ma, Pa, Ate (with her 2 siblings), and my 2 younger sister (with her son) and our youngest. My big bro was not with us, he's in Manila with his family. We also went to Sto. Nino church.

Alright, so "how am I doing?" Yes I talk to myself sometimes and ask questions as well. I think it is normal. I am referring to the times of my life wherein I need to weigh things. Especially if the decision could make a big impact. Think before you act. You can even think it many times if you want, but must set a time frame for it. Everything has it's own time. You have to plan something Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-sensitive. SMART is the keyword here.

I think I am talking a lot of random things now and this post will become boring again just like the previous stories I had. So I am going to end this post by sharing you some quotes from the movies I watched recently. Quotes that I believe are quotable.

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

To defeat the darkness out there, you must defeat the darkness inside yourself.

3 Idiots

Never try to be successful, pursue excellence.
When your hobby becomes your profession, the passion becomes your profession.
Learning is very simple - Never stop.

My Sassy Girl (2008 remake)

Destiny is the bridge you build to the one you love.
Just suppose that the shaping and molding of destiny... is your destiny.
As for the question of destiny... all I know is that even when destiny really wants to accomplish something, it can't do it alone. You still have to go to that restaurant. You still have to show up. You still have to build a bridge... to the one you love.

That's all. *bow*

A Happy New Year

2010-12-31T05:06:00.000-08:00

So here it goes again, another year is over. I am not so sure though, but I guess I am not that ready yet to face the new year, while at the same time I am excited (isn't it ironic?). Well, because I know that God has better plans for everyone. He hears what is not spoken and understands what is not explained.

Life really is full of surprises - a lot of things that we didn't expect come along the way as we continue with the journey that they called life. Those things are not just mere accidents or coincidences, but rather planned before us and were meant to happen at some point of our lives.

So, is this already goodbye? Will the eye of the tiger now be closed? I guess so. But before that, I would say that I am grateful with you 2010. I'm gonna miss you. But, life must go on. There were bad and down times, but most of them were good thus keeping the fire burning from moving on and looking forward for the next year. It would be another journey for the year of the rabbit!

God Bless everyone! Cheers to the New Year!

P.S: Thank you all, you know who you are! Above all, I thank you Lord for all the blessings and everything all through out the year. It has been a wonderful journey - a year that was!

Sunday at the Family Park

2010-12-17T04:11:00.000-08:00

It was December 12, 2010. The weather was fair. No rain, but was a bit cloudy in the morning, yet the sun was still shining all day (Thank you Lord for the nice weather). I left home around 9:00AM to hear mass. Bought paper plates, disposable spoons and glass. Then I realized all my pants and shorts are still at the laundry shop. And so I decided to buy a new pair of shorts. I bought the one on sale at Colours. I totally forgot my waistline, and I ended up buying a short pair of shorts (hahaha - well Colours' sizes are a bit shorter than any other shorts). Then I went home after, prepared my stuffs and went to Family Park.

There I saw my classmate Meshiel Dacuma, standing at the entrance of Family Park. She brought 2 boxes of cakes. The 2 of us waited for the others. Then Wilma Cavalida arrived and brought 2 roasted chicken from Choks. Cyrus Teleron and Rodrigo Baritua suddenly appeared. Oppps surprised - they were the first 2 who came at the Family Park. They were there since 9AM as they said. We were chatting and laughing when we saw Maricor Cabras - I think she didn't notice us, or maybe she no longer recognized me - it's been more than 10 years since I last saw her (we were still in grade 5, way back 1998). Then Jonathan Gacang (my best friend since grade 3) arrived next. He brought "puto pao" from Aloguinsan.

The 7 of us went together to find a nice location inside the Family Park where we can stay for the rest of the afternoon. On our way to the hill, we saw kids (they're somehow yagit) hanging around at the side walk. Thus we decided to give each of them a piece of "puto pao". The kids were grateful - wow they know how to say thank you. Then we continued walking - the place was not that crowded, yet most of the shed were occupied. Needless to say - it was Sunday / Family Day. We found an avenue to stay at 100 pesos. Guess everyone was hungry that time? Or maybe just excited to taste the puto pao just like me self.

We then started chatting, telling jokes and reminisce our childhood memories. Everyone was teasing each other - thus throwing corny jokes and etc. Then Lemuel Mabano arrived, he is Meshiel's cousin and our classmate since grade 1 to grade 3. He still remember we had a fight way back then, but I forgot such memory - maybe because I don't keep bad memories as much as possible or maybe I just forgot such incident. Moving on, Arniel Navaja followed by Roldan Sumalinog arrived around 3PM. Roldan went undertime from work just to join us. Then Sacarias Rabanes and Catherine Cabatuan with their friend also arrived few minutes later. In the last hour around 4PM, Judith Seguisabal de la Rosa and Cresilda Ardiente arrived. So with out further adieu, we let them eat the foods we brought and then took family pictures!

The cam-whoring session and stolen shots:

More photos here

Who would have thought that after all we still find time to meet and have some of fun even just a short span of time! It was indeed a memory worth remembering and worth keeping. We can still can still call ourselves young, young at heart because whenever we have gathering - memories we had during elementary year would really come back. For the first time in the long time, even if we were few - we still managed to enjoy our mini reunion as we call it. At the same time celebrating my best friend's birthday. Looking forward for another gathering! Next time it should be blast!

Weekend in Ilo-ilo City

2010-12-12T19:35:00.000-08:00

As planned, I went to Ilo-ilo City last weekend - November 27, Saturday until the morning of November 29, Monday. First impression: "A Stress-Free City". No traffic at all. Smooth ride from Ilo-ilo International Airport to the heart of the city.

I left Cebu around 5.40PM on board with Cebu Pacific Flight No. 5J 170. It was my 2nd time to fly alone. No friends, no relatives, just myself. (First solo flight was last year when I joined iBlog 5 at UP Diliman).

Ilo-Ilo International Airport

I arrived at Ilo-ilo Int'l Airport around 6.30PM, it was quick. The airport is not that big, just enough to accommodate passengers going in and out in the city. I rode a shuttle van bound for SM City and headed to The Avenue, Smallville and attended the Philippine Blog Awards Visayas 2010 awarding ceremony.

The Philippine Blog Awards Visayas 2010

Alright I wasn't late during the event. When I arrived at The Venue they haven't started yet. We had dinner first then the awarding followed. Met our common blogger friends from Luzon, Visayas as well as Mindanao.

Here is the list of the 2010 Philippine Blog Awards Visayas winners:

Best culture and arts blog: Michael’s Shades of Blue
Best food and beverage blog: Flavours of Iloilo
Best lifestyle blog: Ilonggos.net
Best photo blog: Gerry Ruiz
Best tech blog: Tech Source
Best personal blog: The Rookie Blogger
Best travel blog: Ambot-ah

Congratulations everyone!

After the awarding Edcel, Sheena (The Wandering Couple), Clado and I went to Ongbun Pension House, where we stayed over the weekend. Edcel and Sheena were left in our room, while Clado and I were at the lobby of Ongbun. He was doing his online tasks while I was busy browsing facebook, twitter, checking emails and the etc. The night was a bit dull, I missed Cebu (I think?). The music of the place was classic (yes I love classic songs), but I was uhmm not in the mood to listen classics songs that night because I just don't feel like listening for it makes me feel more sick. Newies, it was around 3AM when we went offline and the guard on duty fell asleep. No matter how noisy we were - he didn't even bother to wake up. He must be tired. Hahaha!

The Ilo-Ilo Heritage Tour

It was a gloomy Sunday. And I haven't had a good and enough sleep. I think I really was not sleeping at all. The 4 of us just walked from Ongbun Pension (from near Quezon-Ledesma Street) to Museo Iloilo (Bonifacio Drive, City Proper) and yet we reached the meeting place.

Museo Ilo-Ilo

The destinations:

San Joaquin Church

San Joaquin Cemetery

Miagao Church

Then we had Lunch at Villa Beach (Tatoy’s Manokan and Seafood). Sorry no photos available, I was very hungry and forgot to take a picture of the place. After our lunch we headed to Molo Church and Plaza.

Molo Church (like the structure much so gothic)

After Molo Church, we then went to Robinsons and bought some delicacies and headed back to the place.

Bischoco (all time fave)

I accompanied Clado to the airport since he asked. On our way to the airport - I see more beautiful sceneries all the way down to the airport. I was also able to take a sunset view from Ilo-ilo Airport as well.

Sunset view at Ilo-Ilo International Airport

At SM City Ilo-ilo:
I went straight to SM City from the airport and informed the wandering couple to come over and so they did. Sheena asked my free 30 minute fish foot spa coupon at Tigbao's (given by MJ) and so I gave it with her as if I had a choice, she already had it with her. Edcel also accompanied Sheena and I was waiting for them at the lounge for 30 minutes (I got bored xD). Newies, it was fine for me, I don't wanna try the fish foot spa thing (hahaha -crazy me). After we roamed around SM City, we decided to eat dinner at Ted's Batchoy - it was already 9PM.

The Search for Ted's Batchoy:

ILOve-ILOve City is awesome as I would say. I had a nice weekend there!

St. John Bosco's Relic to visit Philippines

2010-12-02T13:08:00.000-08:00

December 5, 2010 Sunday: The Relic of St. John Bosco will arrive in the Philippines inline to the tradition of pilgrim journey through 130 nations which first began last January 31, 2009 during the 150th Anniversary of the founding of the Salesian Congregation. It prepares us for the 2015 celebration of the 200th Anniversary of Don Bosco’s birth near Turin, Italy.

The Priest of Young People: A brief biography

He was popularly called “i Becchi”, born on the 16 August 1815 in the small village townland of Castelnuovo d’Asti, in Piedmont. John Bosco is an Italian Catholic priest, educator and writer of the 19th century, who put into practice the convictions of his religion, dedicating his life to the betterment and education of poor youngsters and employing teaching methods based on love rather than punishment, a method that is known as the preventive system.

St. John Bosco's relic tour in the Philippines will start in Bacolod, head to Mambucal, Victorias, Kabankalan and Dumaguete. On December 12 to 23, the relic and the pilgrimage will stay in Cebu. December 23, it will head to Metro Manila in Makati and Tondo, to Southern Luzon and Legazpi, Albay, to Alabang, Sta. Rosa and Canlubang. Going to Mandaluyong, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac and Pampanga. And lastly, it will end at the National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians at the Better Living Subdivision in Paranaque on January 15th 2011.

Infographics - Visit of St John Bosco to the Philippines

So why am I looking forward to St. John Bosco's relic?
As a Roman Catholic this would be a great opportunity to see the relic of the saint who quoted: “Da mihi animas, ceatera tolle,” which translates to, “Give me souls, take away the rest,” one of his many quotes that guided his ministry from its earliest stages through today. A saint who also quoted: "Run, Jump, Shout and do whatever you like as long as you avoid sin", a straight forward quote which can serve as a guide to everyone. This world tour of St. John Bosco's relic is a once in a lifetime event that I don't wanna miss.

There's time for everything

2010-11-24T00:45:00.000-08:00

In life, I learned that you can't always get what you want. However, if something is meant for you, then you will have that something in the right place at the right time. But, is there really such a thing as right time? When can you say it is already the right time? Sometimes, I hear people asking from one another when exactly is the right time. Some even argue about it. As far as I'm concern, it depends on the what kind of situation, desire your heart is longing.

Let's take "love" as an example. I once read a story way back in high school and this line caught my attention: "Only time is capable of understanding such a great love." If you want to know why, read the story below.

A Great Love

Author Unknown

Once upon a time, there was an island where all the feelings lived: Happiness, Sadness, Vanity, Knowledge, Richness and Love.

Theirs was a contented existence until one day to everyone's dismay it was discovered that the island was sinking. Everyone was told they must leave. So the feelings all prepared their boats and started leaving their beloved island.

Love was the only one who stayed, behind. Love so cared for the island home that he wanted to stay until they were sure the island was really sinking.

When Love realized that the island was finally sinking, he decided to ask for help.

Richness was passing by Love in a beautiful boat. Love said, "Richness, can you take me with you?" Richness answered, "No, I can't. There are a lot of gold and silver in my boat. There is no room in here for you."

Love decided to ask Vanity who was also passing by, "Vanity, please help me!"
"I can't help you Love. You are all wet and will damage my boat," Vanity answered.

Sadness was close by so Love asked for help, "Sadness, let me go with you." "Oh...Love, I am so sad that I can't help anyone. I prefer to go alone!"

Happiness passed by Love too. She was too happy to notice when Love called her!

Suddenly, there was a voice, "Come Love, I will take you." It was an elderly man.

Love became very happy that he even forgot to ask the name of the elder. When they arrived to safe grounds, Love asked Knowledge who was the elderly man.

"It was Time." "Time? But why did Time help me?"

"Because only Time is capable of understanding such a great Love."

Remember that when things may look the bleakest, and when all appears abandoned, Time is capable of solving anything.

And so, I realized that you need not to hurry. You might not be able to find an answer to your question today, but surely you will have it tomorrow. Keep believing, believe that your life is not bound to the slaughter house of failure. Just remember that in every decision you make in life make sure that you know the consequences. Don't rush on things, for there's time for everything.

How I spent my November 1

2010-11-02T10:42:00.000-07:00

So it was All Saints Day, I went to the place where I was born - Aloguinsan, Cebu. Some of you for sure are not familiar with the place. Well, it's located somewhere in the southwest part of Cebu. Anyhow, I am not going to talk much about the place, but rather the wonderful encounter with old folks. Yes, all of the sudden memories of my elementary years came back. I was 7 years old then.

After I went at the cemetery, I met Jonathan aka Athan, my best friend since grade 3. Then we had lunch at a certain carenderia, and also met some old folks there - they were Aning and Majid. After we ate lunch, we headed to Bojo River then I remembered Meshiel, my classmate since grade 1 told me she'll catch up with us. And so I told Athan, and we changed direction to - Esperanza a place where we thought Meshiel is currently staying. While on our way and just entered the barangay, I received her reply telling me that she's at her aunt's house in Bliss. It was an adventure though. Sort of an Off Road adventure! It was my first time to see the beautiful place in Aloguinsan - we passed barangay Tampa-an and reached barangay Esperanza - where I saw virgin forests. Yes, a beautiful virgin forest amidst the municipality. But then, we have to return.

And so, we went to Bliss cemetery and waited Meshiel there since she was attending a mass with her relatives. While waiting, Athan and I were still chatting about random stuffs since elementary, reminiscing our childhood years and the likes. After the mass, we went to Mesheil's place and then went to Athan's place and then decided to go to Pinamungajan and have some snacks - which turned out to be a heavy snacks, for we ate barbecue and puso^ - it was yummy! It was Athan's treat. Then, Athan decided to drive me home w/ Meshiel at Toledo since it's just few kilometers away from Pinamungajan. The 3 of us continue chatting while on the road until we reached my place. Then I let them watched the short film - Papil sa Panganduy.

Time flies very fast. We had a lot of things to talk about, but too little time. Anyhow, we all still had fun! That day was really unplanned and unexpected. I explored new places, met old good friends, cemetery trips, food trips and a bit of road trip!

Hope to see you folks this coming December!

Tang Pick and Go: The search of the missing lunchbox is over

2010-09-14T11:14:00.000-07:00

September 12, 2010 - The search for the missing lunchbox of Xyriel (aka Momay) is over, Tang introduces the newest baon for each lunchbox of every Filipino child–Tang Pick & Go.

With some of the Cebu bloggers, we joined the celebration at the same time the unveiling of Momay's missing lunchbox with Tang Pick and Go inside. No wonder, why little Xyriel was so urgently searching for this one in particular – the refreshing baon surprise inside for kids to enjoy in school everyday.

“Tang Pick & Go not only makes nutritious refreshment more accessible, this newest easy-to-prepare Tang variant empowers kids to do things independently like deciding what flavor to drink and preparing it on their own” says Cyn Icasas, Category Marketing Manager for Beverages of Kraft Foods Philippines.

“Whatever flavor they like – whether they prefer the classic Orange taste or love the more tropical Pineapple and Mangga delights – these kids will no doubt have a blast with the Tang Pick & Go” enthuses Mark de Joya, Brand Manager of Tang added.

Tang Pick & Go is now available at supermarkets, groceries and sari-sari stores. The search may have come to an end, but a refreshing beginning greets Xyriel and kids everywhere, with Tang Pick & Go.

Friday the 13th

2010-08-13T23:59:00.000-07:00

I don't really know what's with Friday the 13th. When I was a kid, I was told that this day is prone to bad lucks? If it really is, so be it. As you might have noticed, not all days are lucky for us. We always have a bad days for at least once in a week and not all of them fall on Friday the 13th. If my memory serves me right, during my high school days - 4th year level way back in 2004, Wednesday was my bad day. Yes all through out the school year, I hated Wednesdays. Anyhow, this year's Friday the 13th was just amazing. I mean, everything was unplanned except for the UP Cookout.

I woke up 10AM, went online to check emails and updates, at the same time thinking that it would be an unproductive lazy Friday. I was on leave, got no direction on the early noon. Then a text message came through my inbox. And realized that I need to drop by at Ayala to give my donations (used clothings) for the recent T.Padilla Fire Victims. I was a bit late with the schedule, that wasn't planned properly - last minute syndrome as I call it. It was exciting - adrenaline rush took over.

I took a bath, rushed to the office to get my camera, headed to Ayala to meet Iggy for the donations, I got caught in the traffic, the weather is hot, I forgot to bring a hanky and I was sweating a lot *pfffft*. After I met and gave my donations, I rode a cab and went straight to Parkmall for the "CAMS Got Talent" an affair conducted by the Masscom students in Cebu. When I arrived at the venue, CIT-U was already done with their presentation. Why CIT-U? Because Clads, invited me there and I wasn't able to take photos of them. Anyhow, what we did is basically camwhorings - as always.

UP Cookout 2010
Unlike last year's cookout, this year is kinda different. I mean there was lesser number of people who attended the event, the crowd is not the same as last year's. And one unexpected thing, a certain person suddenly asked me if I'm from UP, and did a bit of interview about the cookout- it was just uhmmm shocking? I don't know. But I wasn't prepared enough. The camera man was already rolling the camera facing me. I was like uhmm got caught again in stage fright. Anyhow, they're from MagTV Cebu. And I think some folks saw it when it was aired last Sunday (August 15, 2010). Just sharing. :P

So how was the cookout? Just like last year, only 5 of the group survived - Mikyu, Jessa, Tiannex, Brian and yours truly. The same set up as last year - we conquered the night of Friday the 13th and went home on the next morning!

Photos will follow.

Thank God It's Friday

2010-08-06T23:33:00.000-07:00

August 06, 2010 Friday - I managed to swap duty schedule, thanks to Joyce for the offer, instead of 4PM to 1AM shift, I was on 1oPM to 7AM shift yesterday.

Yesterday, I attended the SM City Eco Bag Launching 2010 and witnessed the unveiling of their new Eco Bags. Unlike the typical SM GREEN BAG they previously had, SM City had released new designs with colors signifying the 4 elements: air, earth, fire and water

Flow – represents the element of Water
Spark – represents the element of Fire
Renew – represents the element of Earth
Breathe – represents the element of Air

After the main affair (unveiling of the eco bags), foods were served. And while everyone were busy eating, the UC Chorus at the same time entertained everyone in the activity center. They played several songs. The group sung very well.

INCEPTION: with Z and Doris
After the SM City Eco Bag Launching, I waited Doris to arrive. With her was Z (her friend) and we met at Coffebean then went straight to Cinema 3, and watched Inception 2D.

Inception: A review
Inception is a contemporary sci-fi actioner set within the architecture of the mind - inceptionmovie.warnerbros.com. I like how inception is being done. I mean, the process of planting an idea and entering the dreams of others to obtain information is pretty cool. I like the part wherein one can create things/projections in their subconscious. But in the case of Dom Cobb (Leonardo de Caprio) who is a skilled thief, he steals valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious during the dream state, when the mind is at its most vulnerable. How do you wish you have that skill? Oh well, it's complicated really. Alright then let me give my rating, uhmm 4 out of 5, where 5 is the highest. Not that bad, eh?

After we watched the movie, we had a bit of camwhorings, ate at KFC, sat at Coffeedream, went to National Bookstore, and then headed straight to Jolibee near JY where D met her friend.

It was indeed a great Friday! I think I am starting to love Friday. (LOLs). Thank God it was a wonderful Friday!

I made my own havaianas

2010-08-04T23:53:00.000-07:00

Last July 29, we were lucky to get invited to the 5th Year celebration of Make Your Own Havaianas Philippines at Northwing SM City Cebu. It was my first time to experience making my own havaianas and I would say, it was hard for me to decide what design I should pick. So I ended up getting the black MYOH 5 theme with the glow in the dark strap with a peace guitar and a high five pins. Unfortunately, they ran out of the glow in the dark straps that time. T_T. Anyways, I chose the gold strap instead. (oopps I think I didn't take a photo of my Hava)

Random photos below:

With Miss Monica - Marketing Manager, Havaianas Bacolod

With Doris

Thanks to Miss Jaja and Miss April of Big Seed Media for the invitation. :)

See more photos here

Events: 17th of July

2010-07-24T23:30:00.000-07:00

I came from a sleepy 2200-0700 shift last 16th of July, Friday. A very unproductive night shift of all. Anyhow, after the end of shift, I still managed to slept for over 2 hours. and when I woke up, I headed straight to Waterfront to meet some bloggers and media for an event. And btw, I was the official event photographer of the said event and it was my first time. The event was dubbed as "Kraft Cheez Whiz: Palamantasan ng Sarap" an activity that is conducted by Kraft inline with this month's Nutrition month which was held at Lapulapu City Central Elementary School.

See Photos below.

The event was really successful! We left the place around 4PM, and headed back to Waterfront. After which, I headed home and slept of an hour then prepared for the the Tee Dee Event.

Read more about Kraft Cheez Whiz: Palamantasan ng Sarap here
More photos here

Tee Dee Presscon and Hear and Wear Party at The Outpost

Okay, I was late during the press con. Got caught in the traffic along Salinas Dr., Lahug, Cebu City. But still able to catch it though. Anyhow, the presscon was about the TeeDee's concept and the benefit it could give to the artists as well as the fans.

What is TeeDee?

The name says it all: A t-shirt with a CD.

Art+Music: The TeeDee also opens and awesome new avenue for musicians and artists to collaborate. Renowned art-scene superstars creating pieces inspired by a specific band’s sound – music you can see.

Why you should buy one?
Affordable: For only PHP500, you get a high-quality shirt and great music from bands you love.

After the Presscon, the party then started in few moments.

December Avenue

Finale: The Line Divides

The party was great! Everyone was having fun last July 17. It ended around 2AM Sunday.

More Photos here

Experience Coffeecat Cebu

2010-07-16T13:03:00.000-07:00

July 16, 2010, Ebloc Tower IT Park, Cebu City - Coffeecat Cebu was launched. It was formally started by a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony done by Hon. Mayor Mike Rama.

( Mayor Rama during the Ribbon Cutting )

Coffeecat Cebu: An overview
The Asiatown IT Park branch is Coffeecat’s first foray into the exciting Cebu market. With its passion for coffee and excellence, Coffeecat promises to further enrich the highly developed coffee culture scene in this city already spoiled with choices. Coffeecat in Cebu serves the pure goodness of 100% premium Arabica coffee, making it not just another brew in the City.

(The owners)

‘Coffeecat’ is the product of an intriguing play of words coupled with a serendipitous association to a cat-sized mammal called a civet cat, which has a close affinity towards coffee berries.

(Coffeecat's Yogo + Kiwi)

Double Chocolate Avalanche

During the opening, I tried Coffeecat's Yogo and Double Chocolate Avalanche.

Thanks to Miss Jaja and April for the invitation.

Photos to follow.

Coffeecat Rocks Cebu

Farm Tour at Cantipla: Kumprahan sa Merkado

2010-07-11T02:30:00.000-07:00

July 10 Satuday - together with the tri-media, we had a tour at the farm located at Cantipla, Cebu City.Some people call it the little Baguio of Cebu City. I couldn't agree more - the place is cool even if it's already noon, fresh air and relaxing place away from home. Abundant in vegetables and crops. Anyhow, the farm tour is basically in relation to the Kumprahan Supermerkado.

"Kumprahan Supermerkado" is a community market that aims to cut the middlemen. It plays a big role in helping our local producers and at the same time creating a self sustaining communities that will serve our collective needs. Further, it adopts an open-door policy for local producers who want to sell their goods directly to consumers minus the hassles of negotiating with middlemen.

Behind the Kumprahan Supermerkado are stakeholders consist of local vegetable and rice farmers, backyard hog-raisers, fish vendor associations, poultry raisers and small medium sized enterprise (SMEs).

with Mr. Ramos

Kumprahan Supermerkado as I see it, is a win-win process, where in consumers and the farmers can benefit with each other.

"Tungod kay Diretso, Pirming Limpyo, Pirming Presko, Pirming Barato!"

Kumprahan SuperMerkado is located at
Zone 7 Bridges Town Square
Brgy. Alang-alang, Mandue City
www.kumprahan.com

The IMAX Experience

2010-07-08T03:55:00.000-07:00

IMAX Theater SM City, Cebu - July 08, 2010, (a day before the IMAX Theater was officially opened), we were given a chance to experience the IMAX Theater and got invited to watch a documentary film Under the Sea.

Under the Sea is an underwater look at the diverse coastal regions of Southern Australia, New Guinea and the Indo-Pacific areas and the impact of global warming on the oceans.

Watch thriller below.

The IMAX experience was really great. Since the movie revolves around the under water world, it really felt like I was also snorkeling and seeing those under water creatures that look so beautiful. Full 3D which would make you see more, audio was good too. After we watched the movie, we did some sort of camwhorings.

with Ms. Sharon Yu

Here are the tentative IMAX Theater Cebu Schedule for 2010

July 9-14 --Avatar (James Cameron Movie)
July 15 -- Inception 2D (Full IMAX Screen)
August 4 -- Hubble 3D
Sept. 25 -- Legends of the Guardian 3D
Nov. 18 -- Harry Potter and the Deadly Hallows 2D
Jan. 08, 2010 -- Tron Legacy 3D

Weekend in Bogo City

2010-06-20T09:41:00.000-07:00

June 19, 2010 Saturday we had an awesome trip to northern Cebu - Bogo City and explored Capitancillo Islet, visited the Shrine of Our Lady of Miraculous Medal and Sr. San Vicente Parish Church.

It was my rest day, my shift ended 1am and I slept for couple of hours. Around 6am, Tintin (who had her shift ended at 5am) and I met at the ground floor of i2 Bldg. e had our breakfast at KFC's together with her colleague Lea. And btw, I bought pancake from Jollibee :D. After we ate breakfast, her colleague left for duty and in few minutes, Acel arrived. We had a bit of chitchats while waiting for their other friend. It was almost 7.30AM when their friend Brian fetched us near Waterfront via a cab. The 4 of us headed straight to North Bus Terminal and went together to Bogo City via Rough Rider Bus.

On the first hour of the trip, I took a power nap. I woke up when the bus had its first stop at Catmon (if I am not mistaken). It was almost 11AM when we reached our destination - Bogo City. We went straight at Aye's house (the host) where I also met their other friend Anne.

Moving on, everyone prepared, changed clothes, left our things there and only brought what we really need in the island, of course we brought foods and drinks there too. The 6 of us (Acel, Anne, Aye, Brian, Tintin and yours truly) went together to Capitancillo Islet around 1pm on board w/ a pump boat (btw, it was my first time to ride a pump boat, hahah and I enjoyed the ride).

Below are some of the shots at the Islet.

When we arrived, we first had our brunch. After which, we explored the islet, took some photos, camwhoring and the likes. The islet as I would say, is very clean, peaceful and attractive. Around 4Pm we left the the place and headed back to the mainland of Bogo City.

On the next morning, Sunday June 20, we decided to go to the Shrine of Our Lady of Miraculous Medal and to their parish church San Vicente Ferrer.

Shrine of Our Lady of Miraculous Medal: 163 steps from the foot of the stairs before you can reach the Shrine.

San Vicente Ferrer Parish Church: Established as a parish on May 31, 1850. Its old church, located near the town plaza, was described as having walls of tabique pampango, posts of wood, and a roof of thatch cogon.

After we visited the church, we bought lechon manok and went back to the house where we had our lunch. Then we took some rest again and packed our things. We left Bogo City almost 3PM via Ceres bus.

Here's a very short video clip I made. Apologies, the quality is not very good. I just made it one fine morning when I woke up and got no Internet connection and so I decided to make use of the time by making a short video clip.

More photos at my FB album Weekend in Bogo City

Thoughts: the experience was really uber fun. I didn't realize until that day that I haven't had much fun last summer. Thanks to Acel, Ayee, Anne, and Brian for being so accommodating and friendly though it was my first time meeting you folks - You guys rock! Likewise to Tintin and for letting me join the group. Until then. :)

Experience Jupiter Suites

2010-06-06T03:33:00.000-07:00

I've been to Manila several times now, and everytime I go there, I always stay at my relatives' house. Well, that was before. Last May 26-27, 2010 the 8 Blog4review bloggers from Ilo-ilo, Cagayan de Oro, Davao and Cebu who got invited for the launching of "The Search for the Toughest Jobs in the Philippines" stayed at Jupiter Suites Hotel in Makati City. A hotel that is located at 102 Jupiter Street Bel-Air right in the center of Makati City’s Central Business

The experience: AWESOME!

We stayed in a Deluxe Suites which normally cost P 3,580 per night. The room is really great. It has a table with 3 seats, TV, personal ref, a big closet, bathroom with hot and cold shower. Another thing, Jupiter Suites is a Makati hotel with free internet. While you are away, you don't need to go out and stay in a wifi area to be online. You can stay in your room and do whatever you want online, especially when you have lots of backlogs, just like me. Furthermore, there is a free breakfast on the morning. And before I forget, their staffs are courteous and very accommodating.

BTW, I just wanted to share this short video below about Makati, since Jupiter Suites is located in this place.

A bit of FYI: Hotel Profile

Address: 102 Jupiter St. Bel- Air Village, Makati City
Telephone: (632) 890-5044 to 50
Email: frontdesk@jupiterarns.com

(we stayed at room 308)

[Room Rates]
Standard Suites - PHp 2,980
Deluxe Suites - Php 3, 580
Family Suites - Php 4, 580

(Rates inclusive of taxes)

If you are looking for an elegant and a quality type of hotel accommodation and a budget travel in Makati City, check out Jupiter Suites!

Where to find Jupiter Suites?

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The Search for the Toughest Jobs in the Philippines Promo

2010-06-05T05:47:00.000-07:00

Inline to DOLE, Alaxan FR and Manny Pacquiao's national contest "The Search for the Toughest Jobs in the Philippines", McCoolot.com is also holding a promo, this is my first ever since I started this blog.

Are you currently employed in a certain company? Self employed? Unemployed? Student? Do you think your job is tough? Do you know someone who has a tough job? If so, then join to "The Search for the Toughest Jobs in the Philippines Promo" and get a chance to win exciting prizes!

How to join?

Simply answer this question: WHAT IS YOUR TOUGHEST JOB? and WHY?
Send your answer to admin@mccoolot.com with your complete name and occupation.
Deadline of submission of entries is on July 15, 2010.

Three (3) lucky winners will be chosen to receive tough jobs T-shirts, cellphone cleaners and Alaxan FR’s sample packs.

All entries shall automatically be uploaded as entries to www.toughjobsphilippines.com, thus you are also required to submit the same entry, this time with a PHOTO to alaxantoughjobs@gmail.com for a chance to win more exciting prizes in the national competition.

The Search for the Toughest Jobs in the Philippines is open to all Filipinos both local and overseas (OFW).

Summer in Manila with Blog4Reviews folks

2010-05-29T02:03:00.000-07:00

May 26, 2010 - Wednesday: Clado and I were scheduled for flight PR844 at 0635 hours. We met at Jolibee, Highway, Mandaue around 0400 and headed to Mactan International Airport. We waited couple of hours till we left Cebu via PAL and arrived at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Terminal 2: Centennial Terminal around 0750 hours. We met Ms. Janette at Le bistro, Bay 20, with her were the 2 bloggers from Ilo-ilo: Mary Jane and Babsy. After a short introduction, the four of us went first to Jupiter Suites, left our things and waited for Cathy reps of Geiser Maclang to fetch us. When she arrived, she was with the 2 bloggers from Davao April and Keivin. After a short while, we left Jupiter Suites and headed to DOLE Office, Intramuros, Manila for the launching of the contest: "The Search for the Toughest Jobs in the Philippines".

A total of 8 bloggers from Cebu, Ilo-ilo, Cagayan de Oro, and Davao were invited by Ms. Janette Toral of Blogs4Reviews and Geiser Maclang for this event launching.

An overview: The Search for the Toughest Jobs in the Philippines
This contest was launched through the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) teamed up with Manny Pacquiao and Alaxan FR pain killer. This is open to all working Filipinos both local and overseas (OFW). To join, participant must register at the main website www.toughjobsphilippines.com , upload a picture and explain why he or his nominee has the toughest job.

Moving on, the presscon started around 11AM and ended past 12 noon. We met the CDO bloggers Mommy Dharlz and Pheibz at the venue. We left DOLE office around 1pm, (if I'm not mistaken) and headed back to Jupiter Suites where we took some rests and power naps.

[ more photos here

Glorieta: Takoyaki/White Hat/Dashboard Confessionals

(L-R) Keivin, Clado, April, me)

Around 3PM we (Mommy Dharz, Pheibz, Keivin, April, and Clado) went to Glorieta. Keivin went to SM, while Mommy Dharz and Pheibz shopped together. And we (Clado, me and April) stroll the place back in fort and we got hungry. So we went to the Foodcourt area and ate Takoyaki at Mura-mura. After which, we stroll again and met Keiven. While standing near the activity center, April wanted to try White Hat, so went there and tried it. It was yummy ^_^. No regrets.

Then we went nearer to the activity center to see the Dashboard Confessionals, unfortunately, when we came back to the area, bunch of people were already there. We can't really see the Dashboards clearly.

How we took the photos? We rode the escalator going up and took a series of shots. It's kinda frustrating though, but what can we do? We're just ordinary fans. pffffft.. Furthermore, just before the van returned to fetch us back to Jupiter Suites, we took some shots at Glorieta 4.

Hard Rock Cafe: Dinner/Bands/Chill

Around 7PM, we went to Hard Rock Cafe Makati. It was my first time there and I really like it there - the place is really really cool! Moving on, we took some photos inside the place, and did a lil bit of camwhoring and we had our snacks/dinner at the place.

(with April)

Furthermore, Dashboard Confessionals, was there too with body guards and again, PHOTO FAIL! Body guards won't allow us to take photos or even talk to them. Well, we can understand that, but what was frustrating, was the way one of the body guard reacted when April was about to asked the Dashboard. Newies, let's just forget about it.

The party has to move on! Everyone there really enjoyed it a lot. We left the place around 11PM.

(take 2 w/ Te Janette \m/)

[ more photos here

Day 2: Ocean Park / Krispy Kreme

We went to Manila Ocean Park very early and end up waiting for almost 2 hours before it opened. But it's worth waiting. Btw, Manila Ocean Park is the Philippines’ first state-of-the-art Oceanarium, open water marine habitat, boutique mall, restaurant row and function facilities all located in one complex at the back of the Quirino Grandstand.

When we were inside, we bought tickets and explore the wonder of Oceanarium - where we saw lots of different marine species. That was a nice, but quick tour. After which, the girls were having a fish spa. It was already past 11AM when we left Ocean Park, (we're a bit late of our schedule). We headed straight to Jupiter suites and checked out, ready to fly back home.

(the bloggers and miss cathy)

Before we went to the airport, we had a quick, (no not really quick) stop at Krispy Kreme - Ayala Avenue branch. The rest of us were given the chance to make our own doughnuts, but Clado and I, just decided to take photos instead (hahaha). After we, I mean them made their own doughnuts, we ordered drinks and I ordered "Lotta Latte" - it was uber yummy! Lovin' it.

[ more photos here

Because of so much fun, we almost forgot the time, Clado and I were scheduled for flight PR849 at 1500 hours, while the rest had their flight by 1600 hours. It was almost 2PM when we left the place. We need to hustle up and double our time to catch the plain. We waited the van in few minutes, and it seemed like we really ran out of time. The van I believed was caught in the traffic somewhere in Makati. So Ms. Janette, accompanied us to the airport via a cab. And because we're in a hurry, I failed to say goodbye to everyone properly.

On our way to the airport, we realized that we had our things inside the van, except for our cameras. Good enough, we brought our tickets with us. But we had one problem though, Clado didn't have his ID with him, it's in his bag. When we arrived at the airport, as suggested by te Janette, I directly spoke to the supervisor and asked if we could both check in w/ just one ID, luckily she allowed us. It was 20 minutes before the plain leaves the airport. Thanks God, we're able to check in and went home safely.

Lessons learned: always bring your ID.

While on board, I still had this hang over thing - I mean a feeling of not wanting to leave the place, or maybe because I know at some point I will miss the things we shared, those moments and everything but I guess that really is normal. Thanks to my Nikon D3000 - somehow it helps freezing those moments, those crazy and funny tricks of time. We arrived at the Mactan Airport around 1630 hours.

Before I end this post, I would like to thank again Ms. Janette Toral of Blog4Reviews and Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications Inc. for inviting us and for that great opportunity. It was indeed an experience for everyone. Memorable and unforgettable. Cheers to everybody! Cheers to my new blogger friends - it was nice meeting you back there! Until then.

XoXoXo

DOST SA SWU Post Summer Camp Out

2010-05-25T20:48:00.000-07:00

The Department of Science and Technology Scholars' Association of Southwestern University (DOST SA SWU) batch 2004 will be having its Post Summer Camp Out at the highest peak in the province of Cebu - Osmeña Peak

What: DOST SA SWU Camp Out
Who: All DOST Scholars of Southwestern University
When: June 12-13, 2010
Where: Osmeña Peak,

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So I'll See you all soon, then?

I'm joining Cebu Blog Camp 2010

2010-05-15T06:46:00.000-07:00

Cebu Blog Camp is an event that focuses on honing the skills of bloggers offline. This event will gather a large number of bloggers all over Cebu to discuss the latest developments on the Web, Search engines, and making money online.

Event details:

Date: May 22, 2010 SATURDAY

Time: 7:30am – Registration
8:00am- Blog Camp Start
5:30pm – Blog Camp End

Venue: CAP Auditorium, CAP Complex

For full details, please visit Cebu Blog Camp's main site.

The Cebu Blog Camp 2010 is co-presented by:

Gold Sponsors

Sponsor and Media Partner

Bronze Sponsors

Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications, Inc.

Custom Wordpress Theme by Padd Solutions

South Florida Party Planner Magazine
Weddings, Quinceanera, Sweet Sixteen and Events Magazine

Winston Delawar Photography, a Premiere South Florida Wedding Photographer

Black Friday Deals by Jehzlau Concepts

Jupiter Suites – Free Internet and Breakfast Hotel in Makati

Media and Institution Partners

Mozilla

RCTV 36 – Official Online and TV Media Partner

Cebu Daily News – Official Print Media Partner

Blog4Reviews

Donors

Jaypee Habaradas of JaypeeOnline.net

Cebu Blog Camp 2010 is an event organized by a group of Cebu Bloggers.

So Long Sweet Summer

2010-05-13T18:26:00.000-07:00

Summer is almost over. Couple of weeks from now, it's back to school again. Yeah? I'm still not coming back to school until further notice. Basically, I haven't heard any feedback from DOST main office after I sent them an explanation letter last March 25. Anyways, I am not gonna talk about school stuffs here. I am just going to write a summary about everything that happened since my last update. Where do I begin? Alright, that so typical. I'll just recall the events that happened few weeks ago. (entering time machine)

April 2, 2010 - Good Friday. I together with some folks (chuvie, aice, noren, suy, mon, and carlo), went to Tabor Hills, Talamban, Cebu City after our shift and had our way of the cross there. It was Good Friday and the weather is too hot, yet twas the least I could do during the season, just a bit of sacrifice for couple of hours. It was fun we all enjoyed it I believe.

Trivia: Tabor Hillsis also known as Holy Hill. A 33-meter-high “millennium cross” stands tall at the top of this hill in Talamban. “The cross is 33 meters high, signifying the age of Jesus. With its blue light, it can be seen from far away — from the airport or from the boats (referring to the ones in the Mactan Channel).

April 24-25 - CBSI & Tsinelas Computer Literacy Program. The same date of our team building at Camotes Island, Cebu, buat since I was alredy committed for the CBSI & Tsinelas Computer Literacy Program, basically I have to keep my words to my co-bloggers. I mean it, there was a dilemma when our team leader informed us about the tentative dates of our team building, I crossed fingers hoping that the dates will be moved, but it wasn't.
Fourteen CBS volunteers (Miong, Clado, Guada, Zyza, Will, Lemski, Aj, Reynold, Mark, Jerry, Mikyu, Agnes, Melith and yours truly) went to Lut-od High School in Pinamungajan, Cebu together with the Tsinelas staffs. The place really is remote, but regardless of that, we all still enjoyed teaching those selected students from the school. Yes, they are all first timer to have a hands on activity with computer basics. It such a nice feeling knowing that at the end of the 2 day program, hey learned something, even just a bit of what you have discussed and taught to them.

The outreach program was made possible by Tsinelas Association and Cebu Bloggers Society, Inc. together with the major and minor sponsors Hidden Valley Mountain Resort , Timex , Atty. Ethelbert Ouano , Michael Sinjin Pineda , Guada Concepcion Esmeña , Jun Rey Parajes, Ruben Rallos, Jan Mckingley Hilado , Mark Gallardo, Mark Alessandrew Abitona, Debbie Rojonan, Galleca Baylon.

The experience really was unforgettable. Just imagine yourself doing simple things to others w/c made them smile. Such a very heart warming feeling.
Photo by mikyu

April 30:

Big Bro's birthday: It has been a while since my brother celebrated his birthday with us. if I'm not mistaken, the last time was 1996, just before he left Cebu to study college in Manila. It was like a long time ago. I was so glad he went home this year with his family and stayed for couple of days!

The American Idol Pizza from Greenwich: I left from home early in the afternoon on the same day for the event. I traveled couple of hours from home to SM City Cebu, where the event was held. I arrived at exactly 7PM in my watch at the venue. We (the Cebu Bloggers) ate the American Idol Pizza from Greenwich.

Trivia: It contains 7 favorite American toppings: bacon, beef burger, bratwurst sausage, onions, green bell peppers, mushrooms, and crunchy shoestring potatoes.

May 1 - Cebu Bloggers General Assembly and Election of Officers: As mentioned in my previous post, we had our general assembly and election of officers at Parkmall. Below are the new set of officers effective May 1, 2010 to May 1, 2011.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Abitona, Mark Alessandrew
Gervacio, Jerry
Gilig, Prince Ryan
Go, Vernon
Jimenez, Agnes E.
Licera, Ruben
Maglasang, Michelle Louise S.
Mongado, Clarence Andrew F.
Monta, Deutche Atil Mark M.
Pineda, Michael Sinjin A.
Ponio, Jorich
Sarawi, Wilhelmina
Tampus, Gerrymie
Yuson, Bryan Karl M.
VACANT

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President - Vernon, Go
VP-Membership - Clarence Andrew Mongado
VP-Content - Michelle Louise Maglasang
VP-Marketing - Michael Sinjin Pineda
VP-Ways and Means - Mark Monta
VP-Education - Jerry Gervacio
VP-Corporate Affairs - Agnes Jimenez
Secretary - Wilhelmina Sarawi
Treasurer - Bryan Karl Yuson
Auditor - Jorich Ponio
Special Projects
- Mark Alessandrew Abitona
- Ruben Licera
- Prince Ryan Gilig
- Gerrymie Tampus
Ombudsman/Legal Counsel - Atty. Ethelbert B. Ouano

May 2 - World Bloggers' Day Celebration : Cebu Bloggers Society in cooperation with Parkmall Cebu celebrated the 1st ever World Bloggers' Day.

Wow! This post is really really long, as I would say. To the best of my knowledge, and with the help of my short term memory (bwahaha), I was able to recall the things that happened this summer!

May 16 - 1and1 Summer Outing at Cordova Reef
I won't be writing so much details about our summer outing, but I would say it was fun, the games somehow entertained everyone and the prizes were all great, unfortunately I didn't win the raffle (hahaha).

Below are two of the great photos of my teams that I captured during the event.

My new team mates: Fasthosts - these guys are great!

My previous team: RELOADED - they're wonderful too.

So Long Sweet Summer!

Cebu Bloggers Society, Inc General Assembly

2010-04-29T19:30:00.000-07:00

Cebu Bloggers Society, Inc. will be having its General Assembly and Election of Board of Trustees on May 1, 2010 at Parkmall, Mandaue City, Cebu.

Flow of event:

CBSI Executive Heads will discuss their reports regarding team plans which were fulfilled, plans which were not realized, and the accomplishments of CBS as a group. Flow will be as follows:

1. Presidential report – Mark Monta
2. Membership Committee report – Guada Esmeña
3. Content Management report – Agnes Jimenez
4. Events Committee report – Sinjin Pineda

After the discussions, the elections for the new set of CBS officers will take place. The election committee is composed of Atty. Ethelbert Ouano and Sir Jerry Gervacio. The incumbent BOT's have agreed to add "1 year membership in CBS" as one of the requirements in running for CBS-BOT.

After the new officers have been chosen, there will be an oath taking.

About Cebu Bloggers Society

Cebu Bloggers Society is founded on February 14, 2008 by Mark Monta. As of April 2010, the group has 81 registered members (data provided by Clarence Mongado, Membership Committee, Cebu Bloggers Society, Inc.). The group is registered to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in 2010.