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which transformer are you?
2007-07-09 13:12:00 Find out which Tran sformer you are at LiquidGeneration!
addicting archer game
2007-07-03 08:06:00 Are you bored out of your wits? Here's a simple game that I've picked up while browsing the net. Cheers! More About: Game , Addict
addicting archer game
2007-07-03 08:06:00 Are you bored out of your wits? Here’s a simple game that I’ve picked up while browsing the net. Cheers! More About: Game , Addict
addicting archer game
2007-07-03 08:06:00 Are you bored out of your wits? Here's a simple game that I've picked up while browsing the net. Cheers! More About: Game , Addict
the number 5
2007-06-30 10:54:00 Thanks to Chrissy, here is yet another meme for you to read (and participate in) :)INSTRUCTIONS: Remove the blog in the top spot from the following list and bump everyone up one place. Then add your blog to the bottom slot, like so.1) Pointless Drivel2) Shelli’s Sentiments3) Curiosity Killer4) Chrissy5) PJNext select five people to tag: (if you haven’t done it already)1) Conne2) Berne3) Mark4) Kimmie5) MaanWhat were you doing 10 years ago?I was still in college picking my nose and taking up Computer Engineering. :-DWhat were you doing 1 year ago?I was based in Clark, Pampanga, working for Wallem Innovative Solutions as the Technical Services Group Manager. I remember that I was really having a hard time then trying to adjust to living away from my family and coming home only during weekends. CJ was only a few months old then and I had some trouble bonding with him since he'd usually cry every time I tried to carry him. Being a new dad, who misses his family, it was really devas... More About: Number
the number 5
2007-06-30 10:54:00 Thanks to Chrissy, here is yet another meme for you to read (and participate in) :) INSTRUCTIONS: Remove the blog in the top spot from the following list and bump everyone up one place. Then add your blog to the bottom slot, like so. 1) Pointless Drivel 2) Shelli’s Sentiments 3) Curiosity Killer 4) Chrissy 5) PJ Next select five people to tag: (if you haven’t done it already) 1) Conne 2) Berne 3) Mark 4) Kimmie 5) Maan What were you doing 10 years ago? I was still in college picking my nose and taking up Computer Engineering. :-D What were you doing 1 year ago? I was based in Clark, Pampanga, working for Wallem Innovative Solutions as the Technical Services Group Manager. I remember that I was really having a hard time then trying to adjust to living away from my family and coming home only during weekends. CJ was only a few months old then and I had some trouble bonding with him since he’d usually cry every time I tried to carry him. Being a new dad, who misses his family... More About: Number
the number 5
2007-06-30 10:54:00 Thanks to Chrissy, here is yet another meme for you to read (and participate in) :)INSTRUCTIONS: Remove the blog in the top spot from the following list and bump everyone up one place. Then add your blog to the bottom slot, like so.1) Pointless Drivel2) Shelli’s Sentiments3) Curiosity Killer4) Chrissy5) PJNext select five people to tag: (if you haven’t done it already)1) Conne2) Berne3) Mark4) Kimmie5) MaanWhat were you doing 10 years ago?I was still in college picking my nose and taking up Computer Engineering. :-DWhat were you doing 1 year ago?I was based in Clark, Pampanga, working for Wallem Innovative Solutions as the Technical Services Group Manager. I remember that I was really having a hard time then trying to adjust to living away from my family and coming home only during weekends. CJ was only a few months old then and I had some trouble bonding with him since he'd usually cry every time I tried to carry him. Being a new dad, who misses his family, it was really devas... More About: Number
t.g.i.f.
2007-06-29 10:17:00 Thank God it’s Friday! The work week’s almost over and I can’t wait. We’ll be leaving for my mom’s place in Subic tonight to spend the weekend. We’re really looking forward to some rest and relaxation. But before that, I’d better get ready for my haircut in a few minutes (that’s me in the drawing up there!). :) So how are you going to spend your weekend guys? Happy weekend everybody! Cheers!
t.g.i.f.
2007-06-29 10:17:00 Thank God it's Friday! The work week's almost over and I can't wait. We'll be leaving for my mom's place in Subic tonight to spend the weekend. We're really looking forward to some rest and relaxation. But before that, I'd better get ready for my haircut in a few minutes (that's me in the drawing up there!). :)So how are you going to spend your weekend guys? Happy weekend everybody!Cheers!
t.g.i.f.
2007-06-29 10:17:00 Thank God it's Friday! The work week's almost over and I can't wait. We'll be leaving for my mom's place in Subic tonight to spend the weekend. We're really looking forward to some rest and relaxation. But before that, I'd better get ready for my haircut in a few minutes (that's me in the drawing up there!). :)So how are you going to spend your weekend guys? Happy weekend everybody!Cheers!
that caffeine longing
2007-06-28 04:50:00 My caffeine habit's back, no thanks to the chilly, arctic-like conditions at work.I desperately tried a lot of things to keep warm, until I finally resorted to a long forgotten remedy - coffee!I've been successful at staving off my coffee cravings for quite some time now, until yesterday, that is. My fingers would've surely succumbed to frostbite had it not been for the warming effects of that first sip. I realized that I missed the warm, rejuvenating feeling that a hot cup of coffee provides.I even did some online research about coffee before going to sleep and even spent this morning's drive with Conne talking about it. I was explaining to her the difference between the Arabica and Robusta coffee species, as well as the Philippine-grown "Barako" coffee, or "Kapeng Barako".It's too bad that she had to drop me off at work first. I could have gone the entire morning zealously yakking about it. ;-P More About: Longing , Caff
that caffeine longing
2007-06-28 04:50:00 My caffeine habit's back, no thanks to the chilly, arctic-like conditions at work.I desperately tried a lot of things to keep warm, until I finally resorted to a long forgotten remedy - coffee!I've been successful at staving off my coffee cravings for quite some time now, until yesterday, that is. My fingers would've surely succumbed to frostbite had it not been for the warming effects of that first sip. I realized that I missed the warm, rejuvenating feeling that a hot cup of coffee provides.I even did some online research about coffee before going to sleep and even spent this morning's drive with Conne talking about it. I was explaining to her the difference between the Arabica and Robusta coffee species, as well as the Philippine-grown "Barako" coffee, or "Kapeng Barako".It's too bad that she had to drop me off at work first. I could have gone the entire morning zealously yakking about it. ;-P More About: Longing , Caff
all work and no play....
2007-06-27 13:31:00 Today's another long day for me at work since Conne has another one of them so-called girls' night out with her buddies, Kimmie and Mitch. She promised me that they'll be done around sevenish, which means it's bound to end up no earlier than eightish or nineish. (Too many "ishes" there, huh?) :-p Anyhow, this gives me ample time to catch up on my blogging, besides, too much work can kill you. And I plan to live long enough to see my great grand kids scurrying about, wreaking havoc at home.Oh, and speaking of work, I'm glad that Conne's getting a well deserved break from her hectic workload. And I'm so proud of her knowing that that she's up for a lateral transfer and a promotion come July! I believe that a management role suits her mighty fine. :) Congrats mahal!I love you! God and love po.. God and love... More About: Play , Work
all work and no play....
2007-06-27 13:31:00 Today's another long day for me at work since Conne has another one of them so-called girls' night out with her buddies, Kimmie and Mitch. She promised me that they'll be done around sevenish, which means it's bound to end up no earlier than eightish or nineish. (Too many "ishes" there, huh?) :-p Anyhow, this gives me ample time to catch up on my blogging, besides, too much work can kill you. And I plan to live long enough to see my great grand kids scurrying about, wreaking havoc at home.Oh, and speaking of work, I'm glad that Conne's getting a well deserved break from her hectic workload. And I'm so proud of her knowing that that she's up for a lateral transfer and a promotion come July! I believe that a management role suits her mighty fine. :) Congrats mahal!I love you! God and love po.. God and love... More About: Play , Work
on baby sitting
2007-06-13 11:12:00 I was able to spend the entire day with CJ yesterday, as I was on leave from work. I soon learned that babysitting a hyperactive toddler can be a totally harrowing and exhausting experience! We watched cartoons together and we played "mess-up-your-room-with-your-toys-and-let -dad-do-the-cleanup"! And it was also fun seeing him finally being able to interact over the phone, like when Conne called up to check on us. He was really eager to pick up the phone and yak it up with his mom. :)The only time I was able to get a temporary respite, and some telecommute work done, was when he had his midday nap. You can tell that these are signs that he's soon reaching the so-called "Terrible Twos" stage of childhood.All in all, the aggravation was worth it though, no matter how wasted I may be. :) More About: Baby
on baby sitting
2007-06-13 11:12:00 I was able to spend the entire day with CJ yesterday, as I was on leave from work. I soon learned that babysitting a hyperactive toddler can be a totally harrowing and exhausting experience! We watched cartoons together and we played "mess-up-your-room-with-your-toys-and-let -dad-do-the-cleanup"! And it was also fun seeing him finally being able to interact over the phone, like when Conne called up to check on us. He was really eager to pick up the phone and yak it up with his mom. :)The only time I was able to get a temporary respite, and some telecommute work done, was when he had his midday nap. You can tell that these are signs that he's soon reaching the so-called "Terrible Twos" stage of childhood.All in all, the aggravation was worth it though, no matter how wasted I may be. :) More About: Baby
don bosco academy website
2007-06-07 02:09:00 Don Bosco Academy in Pampanga, my grade school/high school Alma Mater, finally has a website.The school, which was founded in 1958 (but efforts began as early as 1956), was formerly located at Bacolor, Pampanga from 1958 to 1995. It was subsequently transferred to Mabalacat, Pampanga in 1996 after being completely buried by "lahar" on October 1st, 1995, in the aftermath of the devastating Mount Pinatubo volcanic eruption which occurred a few years earlier (1991).Website URL: http://www.dbapamp.edu.ph More About: Cade
don bosco academy website
2007-06-07 02:09:00 Don Bosco Academy in Pampanga, my grade school/high school Alma Mater, finally has a website.The school, which was founded in 1958 (but efforts began as early as 1956), was formerly located at Bacolor, Pampanga from 1958 to 1995. It was subsequently transferred to Mabalacat, Pampanga in 1996 after being completely buried by "lahar" on October 1st, 1995, in the aftermath of the devastating Mount Pinatubo volcanic eruption which occurred a few years earlier (1991).Website URL: http://www.dbapamp.edu.ph More About: Cade
sucat interchange traffic problem
2007-06-06 03:11:00 Vehicle traffic has been a nightmare for the past few days over at the South Superhighway Sucat Interchange due to an ongoing bridge renovation (west-bound lane) which began last Saturday, June 2nd.At present, it takes one entry point or entry lane (there are about 9 or 10 points of entry in the interchange) an average waiting period of more than 30 minutes (!) to switch from a stop signal to a go signal, due to the ongoing construction work. This is compounded by the fact that: 1) you can't see any semblance of discipline and patience among drivers, and 2) the traffic aides are really incompetent! You'd see them all clumped in one area of the interchange and neglect the other areas - these unchecked areas are the cause of the traffic jams due to the influx of undisciplined drivers. (In fairness, the guys managing the traffic during the day shift are better than their evening shift counterparts, who totally suck!) The timing of the renovation is awful. The new school year starts n... More About: Traffic , Problem , Chang , Chan
sucat interchange traffic problem
2007-06-06 03:11:00 Vehicle traffic has been a nightmare for the past few days over at the South Superhighway Sucat Interchange due to an ongoing bridge renovation (west-bound lane) which began last Saturday, June 2nd.At present, it takes one entry point or entry lane (there are about 9 or 10 points of entry in the interchange) an average waiting period of more than 30 minutes (!) to switch from a stop signal to a go signal, due to the ongoing construction work. This is compounded by the fact that: 1) you can't see any semblance of discipline and patience among drivers, and 2) the traffic aides are really incompetent! You'd see them all clumped in one area of the interchange and neglect the other areas - these unchecked areas are the cause of the traffic jams due to the influx of undisciplined drivers. (In fairness, the guys managing the traffic during the day shift are better than their evening shift counterparts, who totally suck!) The timing of the renovation is awful. The new school year starts n... More About: Traffic , Problem , Chang , Chan
our simple house blessing
2007-06-04 16:46:00 We finally had a simple house blessing last Sunday afternoon, June 3rd. The guests were mostly Conne's relatives.It was a really tiring day, since we spent the previous day and the entire morning fixing and cleaning the place up plus preparing food - Although I didn't mind the work at all, since I was able to sneak in a few bites every now and then. :)We fetched the priest at around 5:00 PM and the blessing rites began shortly thereafter. The ceremony was simple - some of us carried lighted candles, there were a few verse readings and short prayers invoked, and holy water was sprinkled by the priest on every nook and cranny of the house. We would like to thank all of those who pitched in for the preparations. It was a real success. :) More About: House , Simple , Blessing
our simple house blessing
2007-06-04 16:46:00 We finally had a simple house blessing last Sunday afternoon, June 3rd. The guests were mostly Conne's relatives.It was a really tiring day, since we spent the previous day and the entire morning fixing and cleaning the place up plus preparing food - Although I didn't mind the work at all, since I was able to sneak in a few bites every now and then. :)We fetched the priest at around 5:00 PM and the blessing rites began shortly thereafter. The ceremony was simple - some of us carried lighted candles, there were a few verse readings and short prayers invoked, and holy water was sprinkled by the priest on every nook and cranny of the house. We would like to thank all of those who pitched in for the preparations. It was a real success. :) More About: House , Simple , Blessing
nba update : eastern conference finals
2007-06-01 19:41:00 The NBA Eastern Conference Finals between the Detroit Pistons and the Cleveland Cavaliers has turned out to be very interesting. And I was deeply impressed by Lebron James' memorable performance.Cleveland is now leading the Best-of-Seven series, 3 games to 2. Although the Pistons are one of my favorite teams, I think that the Cavs could put off a major upset here.The winner of the series will take on Tim Duncan and the San Antonio Spurs, the reigning Western Conference champs, for the NBA Finals championship series. More About: Update , Eastern Conference , Ferenc
turning back time
2007-05-27 16:50:00 Have you ever dreamed of being able to go back through time and be able to relive your life while still retaining whatever knowledge or memories that you have of the present? Think of it, if this is a possibility, then you could live your life and rearrange it so that you won't commit the same mistakes, you'd be able to breeze through school and ace every exam, you could even invest in stocks or bet on things knowing what the outcome would be beforehand (Ha!). But I think one of the most important benefits of this is that you could avoid all of love's heartaches and pitfalls.I remember that, in the past, I'd usually daydream of being able to go back through time, and, armed with a list of all the women that I have loved and crossed paths with, and of those who broke my heart, and of those whom I should have avoided in the first place, and of knowing who my one true love is - Conne, who else? - I realize that I could skip through it all and immediately seek her out instead.Yes, t... More About: Time , Back
san juan, batangas outing
2007-05-24 05:38:00 These pictures were taken last May 12 and 13 at the Kabayan Beach Resort in Laiya, San Juan , Batangas . More About: Outing , Tang
happy birthday jojo!
2007-05-17 17:56:00 Today is my brother Jojo 's birthday. He turns 30 today, and guess what, we now have the same age! How come? Well, it's because I'm actually just 10 months older than him! :)Happy Birthday Jojo! May the Lord continue to bless you always!God Bless! More About: Happy Birthday
tagged! food meme...
2007-05-02 10:32:00 Kimmie left a message earlier, telling me that she's tagged me for this Restaurant Meme , so here it is:The rules:1. Add a direct link to your post below the name of the person who tagged you. Include the state and country you’re in.Nicole (Sydney, Australia)Velverse (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)LB (San Giovanni in Marignano, Italy)Selba (Jakarta, Indonesia)Olivia (London, England)ML (Utah, USA)J (California, USA)Curiosity Killer (Hong Kong, SAR)Chrissy (Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada)Kimmie (Metro Manila, Philippines)PJ (Metro Manila, Philippines)2. List out your top 5 favorite places to eat at your location.#1: Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. (Greenbelt 2, Makati): The food is great and the service is A-1 awesome. Here's a typical lunch Conne and I usually gorge on: New England Clam Chowder, Caesar's Salad, Lt. Dan's Drunken Shrimp, Dixie Style Baby Back Ribs, and Bubba's After Storm "Bucket of Boat Trash". Mmmmmmmmm. Another plus is that you'd get to watch the Forrest Gump movie for ... More About: Food , Tagged
cj's suit
2007-04-27 05:01:00 Was browsing through my pic collection and saw this - Here's a picture of CJ trying on an over-sized suit. We'll have one tailor made for him soon. This was taken just recently, during one of our regular family trips to the SM Mall of Asia. More About: Suit
home sweet home - independence at last
More articles from this author:2007-04-26 05:55:00 For those who don't own their own houses yet, do you already have a dream house in mind? I already have a rough design of my dream house etched into my mind ever since I was in high school. This was conjured up during one of my technical drafting classes, where we had to design and build a scale model of a house for our final project. I recall that my notebook was filled with doodles on rough sketches of the house schematics.Looking for an ideal house and lot in Manila is frustratingly hard. Real estate costs from the "better" communities in the metropolis are usually priced four or five times as much as the typical subdivision real estate. And if you already have a house design in mind, like I do, a vacant residential lot is usually hard to come by since almost all residential zones already have houses built on them. This leaves you with the option of either settling for what's there, or having to shell out big bucks to demolish the old house and build a new one - that dream hous... More About: Home , Sweet , Independence , Home Sweet Home , Epen 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
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