Don't even think about using spell check!!!!!!! !
fi yuo cna raed tihs, yuo hvae a sgtrane mnid too. Cna yuo raed tihs? Olny 55 plepoe out of 100 can.i cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt !
Friday, February 29, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
2 months after
All of a sudden, i'm filled with a certain sadness that moves me to tears...
And all i'm trying to remember was the way he hugged me before we headed home
-like i was needed...
and it felt good.
That afternoon, I wished that kind of feeling would stay for a long time.
And all i'm trying to remember was the way he hugged me before we headed home
-like i was needed...
and it felt good.
That afternoon, I wished that kind of feeling would stay for a long time.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Quiz-day Thursday
Told ya i'm a 50-50. Heehee!
You Are Fairly Normal |
 You scored 50% normal on this quiz Like most people you are normal in some ways... But you aren't a completely normal person. You're a little weird too! Why You Are Normal: You prefer ruffled potato chips You would rather be pale than tan If you had to, you rather live without music and still have laughter You would eat meat from a cloned animal You check your daily horoscope Why You Aren't Normal: You prefer your family to your friends You'd rather have cockroaches than rats in your home You prefer a good nap to a good meal You know a little about many subjects If given the choice, you would choose to have more time over more money |
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
For Aches and Pains...
(Post backlog)
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is native to India and China. It takes its name from the Sanskrit word stringa-vera, which means “with a body like a horn”, as in antlers. Ginger has been important in Chinese medicine for many centuries, and is mentioned in the writings of Confucius.
Ginger is most commonly known for its effectiveness as a digestive aid. By increasing the production of digestive fluids and saliva, Ginger helps relieve indigestion, gas pains, diarrhea and stomach cramping. Ginger's anti-inflammatory properties help relieve pain and reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, rheumatism and muscle spasms. Ginger's therapeutic properties effectively stimulate circulation of the blood, removing toxins from the body, cleansing the bowels and kidneys, and nourishing the skin.
Now why would i be writing about ginger?
Thursday of last week (Valentine's Day) I was on the phone updating mom of my activities and whatever's new around the household. I was stuck at home that day because the 10-round fun-run during the previous day took its toll on my leg muscles and lower back.
That's when mom told me to prepare a few slices of ginger to boil and sprinkle with muscovado sugar (the measurement varies according to one's taste). Yup, one should drink it like hot tea.
"You'll be running again in no time," she said.
And when i say mothers know best, you know what i mean....
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is native to India and China. It takes its name from the Sanskrit word stringa-vera, which means “with a body like a horn”, as in antlers. Ginger has been important in Chinese medicine for many centuries, and is mentioned in the writings of Confucius.
Ginger is most commonly known for its effectiveness as a digestive aid. By increasing the production of digestive fluids and saliva, Ginger helps relieve indigestion, gas pains, diarrhea and stomach cramping. Ginger's anti-inflammatory properties help relieve pain and reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, rheumatism and muscle spasms. Ginger's therapeutic properties effectively stimulate circulation of the blood, removing toxins from the body, cleansing the bowels and kidneys, and nourishing the skin.
Now why would i be writing about ginger?
Thursday of last week (Valentine's Day) I was on the phone updating mom of my activities and whatever's new around the household. I was stuck at home that day because the 10-round fun-run during the previous day took its toll on my leg muscles and lower back.
That's when mom told me to prepare a few slices of ginger to boil and sprinkle with muscovado sugar (the measurement varies according to one's taste). Yup, one should drink it like hot tea.
"You'll be running again in no time," she said.
And when i say mothers know best, you know what i mean....
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Tag! You're "it"!
This may not make some sense but i reckoned it would be fun to answer some q's today, on a slow-paced Tuesday.
1. Where were you 3 hours ago?
** at home.
2. Who are you in love with?
** Hmm, many to mention. (Hehe, slumbook!)
3. Have you ever eaten a crayon?
** As far as i can remember........Nope.
4. Is there anything pink within 10feet of you?
** I'm actually wearing a pink shirt.
5. When was the last time you went to the mall?
** just a couple of hours ago before i went home.
6. Are you wearing socks right now?
** nope
7. Do you have a car worth over $2,000?
** No. I'd love to have one though...
8. When was the last time you drove out of town?
** Hmm..i didn't actually drive, but i was out of town -as in waaay out of town- just a couple of weeks back.
9. Have you been to the movies in the last 5 days?
** Yes
10. Are you hot?
** Ssmokin'! Ssomebody sstop meh! (yeah. i know. corny)
11. What was the last thing you had to drink?
** Water
12. What are you wearing right now?
** a comfy shirt and shorts
13. Do you wash your car or let the carwash do it?
** told ya i don't have a car. But if i did, i'd prolly wash it myself.
14. Last food that you ate?
** strawberry cream covered in chocolate. yum!
15. Where were you last week at this time?
** having dinner with the office people at Macapagal Blvd.
16. Have you bought any clothing items in the last week?
** No
17. When was the last time you ran?
** this morning.
18. What's the last sporting event you watched?
** ........
19. What is your favorite animal?
** cat (need i say more?)
20. Your dream vacation?
** anywhere with beaches or mountains.
21. Last person's house you were in?
** Ours
22. Worst injury you've ever had?
** i had a little accident involving a steel file cabinet that lead to having my big toenail surgically removed. Yup, it's grown back already.
23. Have you been in love?
** Still am.. always will be
24. Do you miss anyone right now?
** Yes
25. What is your secret weapon to lure the opposite sex?
** it would not be a secret anymore if i tell it...
1. Where were you 3 hours ago?
** at home.
2. Who are you in love with?
** Hmm, many to mention. (Hehe, slumbook!)
3. Have you ever eaten a crayon?
** As far as i can remember........Nope.
4. Is there anything pink within 10feet of you?
** I'm actually wearing a pink shirt.
5. When was the last time you went to the mall?
** just a couple of hours ago before i went home.
6. Are you wearing socks right now?
** nope
7. Do you have a car worth over $2,000?
** No. I'd love to have one though...
8. When was the last time you drove out of town?
** Hmm..i didn't actually drive, but i was out of town -as in waaay out of town- just a couple of weeks back.
9. Have you been to the movies in the last 5 days?
** Yes
10. Are you hot?
** Ssmokin'! Ssomebody sstop meh! (yeah. i know. corny)
11. What was the last thing you had to drink?
** Water
12. What are you wearing right now?
** a comfy shirt and shorts
13. Do you wash your car or let the carwash do it?
** told ya i don't have a car. But if i did, i'd prolly wash it myself.
14. Last food that you ate?
** strawberry cream covered in chocolate. yum!
15. Where were you last week at this time?
** having dinner with the office people at Macapagal Blvd.
16. Have you bought any clothing items in the last week?
** No
17. When was the last time you ran?
** this morning.
18. What's the last sporting event you watched?
** ........
19. What is your favorite animal?
** cat (need i say more?)
20. Your dream vacation?
** anywhere with beaches or mountains.
21. Last person's house you were in?
** Ours
22. Worst injury you've ever had?
** i had a little accident involving a steel file cabinet that lead to having my big toenail surgically removed. Yup, it's grown back already.
23. Have you been in love?
** Still am.. always will be
24. Do you miss anyone right now?
** Yes
25. What is your secret weapon to lure the opposite sex?
** it would not be a secret anymore if i tell it...
Monday, February 18, 2008
Work Happy!
(from my inbox)
Workload getting to you?
Feeling stressed?
Too many priority 1 assignments?
Here is the new low cost way to cope with multiple priority 1 assignments!
Take 2 paper clips and rubber bands
Assemble them as shown in the picture
Apply as shown in the picture
Enjoy your day!
This new office equipment will help you to reach the end of the day with a smile on your face!
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Happy 200th!
It just dawned on me that i am now writing my 200th post. Not that i'm counting... Hehehe!
Meanwhile, it's my mother's birthday yesterday (Happy Birthday Madir!!!). She called a while ago to tell me that she's at the park watching a rock show courtesy of a Filipino radio station based in HK. It was loud, it was fun (according to mom), and best of all... it was for free!
Heck, how come she gets to watch a free rock show and i don't?
Hmmm....
Anyway ma, i hope you had fun and enjoyed your Sunday (free day for most OFW's in HK), after all, it was your birthday yesterday.
Love yah!
Meanwhile, it's my mother's birthday yesterday (Happy Birthday Madir!!!). She called a while ago to tell me that she's at the park watching a rock show courtesy of a Filipino radio station based in HK. It was loud, it was fun (according to mom), and best of all... it was for free!
Heck, how come she gets to watch a free rock show and i don't?
Hmmm....
Anyway ma, i hope you had fun and enjoyed your Sunday (free day for most OFW's in HK), after all, it was your birthday yesterday.
Love yah!
Friday, February 15, 2008
Reminder
Been a long time since last time i heard this song. I don't know what is it about the vid, but the song lyrics are good.
Don't ever let life pass you by!
Don't ever let life pass you by!
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Quiz-day Thursday
| You Are Lemon Meringue Pie |
 You're the perfect combo of sassy and sweet. You always know how to brighten someone's mood, but you're not overly sappy. In fact, you can be a bit too honest at times. And most people find that refreshing. While you're always true to yourself, you keep things light. That's how people are able to stomach your slightly bitter outlook. Those who like you have well refined tastes. You're complicated - and let's face it - a true enigma. You enjoy defying expectations, and there are many layers to your personality. There's not one easy way to define you. |
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Run for money?
Today at work, an announcement was posted which read:
Ok.
Then there was also an announcement that there'll be a "fun-run" to be held at the company grounds. The first cluster who has all 15 members to finish 10 rounds (approx 5km) gets to win a cash prize of... well i'm not sure about the amount. But with or without the cash prize, i'm interested to join.
I'm more interested in burning fat off my body.
The cash is just an additional motivation factor.
;)
Let's all wear red for Sec. FTD's birthday tomorrow.
Ok.
Then there was also an announcement that there'll be a "fun-run" to be held at the company grounds. The first cluster who has all 15 members to finish 10 rounds (approx 5km) gets to win a cash prize of... well i'm not sure about the amount. But with or without the cash prize, i'm interested to join.
I'm more interested in burning fat off my body.
The cash is just an additional motivation factor.
;)
Monday, February 11, 2008
of birthdays, getting older, and weddings
(just another random rambling)
- - -
It's Dheys' birthday today. Haven't seen her for years but we keep in touch through YM and SMS.
Today i caught her online and sent her a greeting:
Oi, happy birthday!! Painom ka naman!
To which she replied:
Di na uso yun. Matanda na tayo para sa ganyan.
(insert crickets chirping sound effects here)
I was just kidding her, of course! And besides, I'm kinda leaning away from the alcoholic stuff myself, except for the occasional shot of red wine (a half-finished bottle of which is still in the fridge for almost a month now).
But i do want to get out with her sometime (if our schedules allow it) and just get together with Jhie as well. I know we're not the college "rakistas" anymore but i miss being with my friends and having fun.
Maybe someday...
In the meantime, have a Happy Birthday my friend!
- - - - -
Meanwhile, i had the chance to watch 27 Dresses after work with my new fitness buddy Demet (Manny had been out of shape to go "gymming" since December). Katherine Heigl was stunning and she did justice to the part.
Well i won't ruin it for those who haven't seen it yet (as if i'm not the last one to see it! hehehe!). But i say it's entertaining (all movies should, right?), meaning it's not boring. It's a story that most of us can relate to.
- - - - -
Tomorrow is aerobics day. On my 3rd day and loving it!
- - - - -
We take care of our loved ones and do stuff to make them happy, we take care of business, work, and everything else in between. But at the end of the day we should also remember to take care of ourselves and do the things that make us happy.
:)
- - -
It's Dheys' birthday today. Haven't seen her for years but we keep in touch through YM and SMS.
Today i caught her online and sent her a greeting:
Oi, happy birthday!! Painom ka naman!
To which she replied:
Di na uso yun. Matanda na tayo para sa ganyan.
(insert crickets chirping sound effects here)
I was just kidding her, of course! And besides, I'm kinda leaning away from the alcoholic stuff myself, except for the occasional shot of red wine (a half-finished bottle of which is still in the fridge for almost a month now).
But i do want to get out with her sometime (if our schedules allow it) and just get together with Jhie as well. I know we're not the college "rakistas" anymore but i miss being with my friends and having fun.
Maybe someday...
In the meantime, have a Happy Birthday my friend!
- - - - -
Meanwhile, i had the chance to watch 27 Dresses after work with my new fitness buddy Demet (Manny had been out of shape to go "gymming" since December). Katherine Heigl was stunning and she did justice to the part.
Well i won't ruin it for those who haven't seen it yet (as if i'm not the last one to see it! hehehe!). But i say it's entertaining (all movies should, right?), meaning it's not boring. It's a story that most of us can relate to.
- - - - -
Tomorrow is aerobics day. On my 3rd day and loving it!
- - - - -
We take care of our loved ones and do stuff to make them happy, we take care of business, work, and everything else in between. But at the end of the day we should also remember to take care of ourselves and do the things that make us happy.
:)
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Saturday, February 09, 2008
Friday, February 08, 2008
So far so good!
I'm NOT a morning person. Really. Although sometimes, i could get up as early as 4:30 if it's really, really needed --like if there's an out of town assignment and we're catching up with the trip schedules.
I would try time and again, month after month to have a "full time service" mark in my MRA (monthly report of attendance) and make it to the office at least by 9am, but there were days when i'd punch in past the 9:30am grace period. It's a bad case of slacking off due to lack of motivation and other stuff.
One by one, i tried to address the issues that revolve around the situation. I challenged myself to come to work not later than 9am. In fact, since the start of this month, i've been punching in around 7:30 - 7:45am, thus giving me the opportunity to attend the aerobics sessions at 8am. The workout perks me up and that results in more work done at the office. Sweet!
By 5:30pm, i'm out of the office wearing more comfortable clothes and my running shoes. My trip home takes two jeepney rides, but lately i've been skipping the second ride to walk the rest of the way home. The walk takes only 7 minutes if done briskly, and 10 minutes if done leisurely. Either way, it's healthy and it saves me money!
I just hope i could maintain this early-bird streak so i could continually reap the health benefits i'm getting now.
'Til next week then!
Have a happy weekend everyone!
;)
I would try time and again, month after month to have a "full time service" mark in my MRA (monthly report of attendance) and make it to the office at least by 9am, but there were days when i'd punch in past the 9:30am grace period. It's a bad case of slacking off due to lack of motivation and other stuff.
One by one, i tried to address the issues that revolve around the situation. I challenged myself to come to work not later than 9am. In fact, since the start of this month, i've been punching in around 7:30 - 7:45am, thus giving me the opportunity to attend the aerobics sessions at 8am. The workout perks me up and that results in more work done at the office. Sweet!
By 5:30pm, i'm out of the office wearing more comfortable clothes and my running shoes. My trip home takes two jeepney rides, but lately i've been skipping the second ride to walk the rest of the way home. The walk takes only 7 minutes if done briskly, and 10 minutes if done leisurely. Either way, it's healthy and it saves me money!
I just hope i could maintain this early-bird streak so i could continually reap the health benefits i'm getting now.
'Til next week then!
Have a happy weekend everyone!
;)
Thursday, February 07, 2008
Quiz-day Thursday
| You Are Destined to Be Thin |
 Even if you aren't thin right now, you have great habits that will ensure you're thin for most of your life. You have a great relationship with food and eating. Don't change a thing. |
| You're Pretty Fit |
 You do your best to work out, but you probably don't do it as much as you like. Maybe you need to do mini-workouts throughout the day to fit in exercise... Or maybe you need a whole new activity to motivate you. |
Are You a Fit Girl?
- - - - -
Day 2 of my "aerobics session comeback" and it's been a fun solution to my earlier dilemma. It may not give me the results i need in just a month but it's still better than no exercise at all! I've also returned to my weekend jog with auntie and uncle, and last Saturday was pretty much challenging.
I just hope i could finally fit into that dress next month!
;)
Day 2 of my "aerobics session comeback" and it's been a fun solution to my earlier dilemma. It may not give me the results i need in just a month but it's still better than no exercise at all! I've also returned to my weekend jog with auntie and uncle, and last Saturday was pretty much challenging.
I just hope i could finally fit into that dress next month!
;)
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Ash Wednesday....
We rise again from ashes,
from the good we've failed to do.
We rise again from ashes,
to create ourselves anew.
If all our world is ashes,
then must our lives be true.
An offering of ashes,
an offering to you.
We offer you our failures,
we offer you attempts.
The gifts not fully given,
the dreams not fully dreamt.
Give our stumblings direction,
give our visions wider view.
An offering of ashes,
an offering to you....
- - -
somehow, this song we sang during the mass got stuck in my head. i was singing it the whole day. Talk about LSS!
from the good we've failed to do.
We rise again from ashes,
to create ourselves anew.
If all our world is ashes,
then must our lives be true.
An offering of ashes,
an offering to you.
We offer you our failures,
we offer you attempts.
The gifts not fully given,
the dreams not fully dreamt.
Give our stumblings direction,
give our visions wider view.
An offering of ashes,
an offering to you....
- - -
somehow, this song we sang during the mass got stuck in my head. i was singing it the whole day. Talk about LSS!
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
The Journey...
... during my "post-holiday" holiday!
Manila - Iloilo - Kalibo, Aklan - San Jose, Antique - Hamtic, Antique - Caticlan, Aklan - Roxas, Mindoro - Calapan, Mindoro - Batangas - Manila
(air, land and sea trip!)
I left Manila on a Friday at 5:10am, with ate Eva. Touchdown at Iloilo International Airport half an hour later. A 20-minute cab ride to the bus/van terminal and we were off to Kalibo, Aklan - the main destination for this journey - for the Ati-atihan Festival.
Came Monday morning, I split up with ate Eva and continued to travel down south to Antique for a 3-day visit to my relatives (or what ate E coined as my "tour of duty").
When my 3-day tour of duty was completed, i decided to give RORO (Roll On Roll Off) a try. At 7am, I boarded a bus from Hamtic and arrived at Caticlan by lunchtime. From there, it was a 6-hour boat ride bound for Roxas in Mindoro. I then boarded the same bus again headed up north for Calapan. I took another boat ride headed towards Batangas port then finally, another bus ride brought me to the terminal in Manila where i was met by my dad and uncle.
Total travel time by RORO was 19 hours. It could be shorter depending on which boat you boarded. In my case, i got on the slow boat from Caticlan to Roxas. Plus, it was a slightly rough ride. Talk about big waves! I slept pretty much the whole day trip and was awake the rest of the journey, particularly during the boat ride from Calapan to Batangas which took only two hours in the dark of night.
It was also my first time to get sea sick. I've traveled by boat before but it never bothered me. This time, it did. Maybe because i was traveling alone this time. So if you wanna try the RORO, better go with a companion or your barkada (group of friends). And be sure to take your Bonamine.
;)
Manila - Iloilo - Kalibo, Aklan - San Jose, Antique - Hamtic, Antique - Caticlan, Aklan - Roxas, Mindoro - Calapan, Mindoro - Batangas - Manila(air, land and sea trip!)
I left Manila on a Friday at 5:10am, with ate Eva. Touchdown at Iloilo International Airport half an hour later. A 20-minute cab ride to the bus/van terminal and we were off to Kalibo, Aklan - the main destination for this journey - for the Ati-atihan Festival.
Came Monday morning, I split up with ate Eva and continued to travel down south to Antique for a 3-day visit to my relatives (or what ate E coined as my "tour of duty").
When my 3-day tour of duty was completed, i decided to give RORO (Roll On Roll Off) a try. At 7am, I boarded a bus from Hamtic and arrived at Caticlan by lunchtime. From there, it was a 6-hour boat ride bound for Roxas in Mindoro. I then boarded the same bus again headed up north for Calapan. I took another boat ride headed towards Batangas port then finally, another bus ride brought me to the terminal in Manila where i was met by my dad and uncle.
Total travel time by RORO was 19 hours. It could be shorter depending on which boat you boarded. In my case, i got on the slow boat from Caticlan to Roxas. Plus, it was a slightly rough ride. Talk about big waves! I slept pretty much the whole day trip and was awake the rest of the journey, particularly during the boat ride from Calapan to Batangas which took only two hours in the dark of night.
It was also my first time to get sea sick. I've traveled by boat before but it never bothered me. This time, it did. Maybe because i was traveling alone this time. So if you wanna try the RORO, better go with a companion or your barkada (group of friends). And be sure to take your Bonamine.
;)
Fitting in...
St. Lazarus ChoirWhy?
Because it doesn't fit me anymore. Apparently, i started to gain weight last year after our concert in December'06. Although i was still able to wear it during last year's feast day, i had difficulty singing during the eucharistic celebration because the blouse had become uncomfortably tight. And the dress didn't have any allowance for repairs.
But the choirmaster insisted that we wear the dress next month.
Oh, heck! I have about a month to trim down.
Must.do.something.
Monday, February 04, 2008
Who?
Gone are your messages in my inbox
as well as your mobile number in my contacts.
I deleted you in my "friendster"
and already forgot your home phone number.
But someone told me it's your birthday today.
Oh. That...
Uh... like i care!
as well as your mobile number in my contacts.
I deleted you in my "friendster"
and already forgot your home phone number.
But someone told me it's your birthday today.
Oh. That...
Uh... like i care!
Saturday, February 02, 2008
Sightings!
from the Ati-atihan festival
Hmm... i wonder how could that be possible....
;)
i'm really not into political parodies...although this one caught my attention.
Oh! My fanclub!
They forgot to put another "i" though!
;)
Hmm... i wonder how could that be possible....
;)
i'm really not into political parodies...although this one caught my attention.
Oh! My fanclub!
They forgot to put another "i" though!
;)
Friday, February 01, 2008
Morning has broken.....
Catching the first golden rays during an early morning flight to Iloilo City.
I thank God for moments like these.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)