Knowing zee Candidates

Okay.. so election is coming up...

how many days to go? 11!

I vowed I'm gonna research about each of them.. but I got busy....

good thing I stumbled upon a website... which actually did the whole thing..

researched about most of the candidates and their stands about various...

laws & bills...

so... for the whole lot ..

visit Filipino Free Thinkers. Know your Candidates.

this will be just a quickie update.

I'm taking my pick :)

Vote wisely! Your vote is priceless! Next time ako na tatakbo.. vote nyo ko ha! HAHA! Marami ako plano sa Philippines. ayyy di pala ako... marami akong igather na free thinkers and the bigwigs in various sectors who have the heart for our country.

tsaka... gather ko lahat magaling. syempre.. pag ako tatakbo ... you are not really voting for me... you are voting for the people... whom I will be consulting with. HAHAHA >:)

okay ... echos ko lang yan :)

mag aasawa muna ako.. kasi baka pag ako na elect ... wala na mag di-deyt sa kin.. at wala nang magpapakasal sa kin.. HAHAHA

July oh July

This July we will be bringing in 3 kinds of Workshops for you! :)

There's this July 9-11, 2012: Biodynamic Healing Workshop.  ->

For more info: Biodynamic Healing Workshop Event Page

Biodynamic Healing Workshop are for people who are into healing, preferably who got experience with different kind of alternative healing modality. :)

Also there's a one-on-one session, which would last for 45minutes, if you want a healing yourself on July 12-13, 2012.

July 14-15, 2012 -   LIWANAG COURAGE WORKSHOP.

 I really suggest you guys near Davao City, do join this one...... specially if you have dreams in creating a better Philippines. You will be meeting individuals who are committed to CREATE the VISION of a better Philippines. It's also a prelude for a World Festival we will be creating about creativity and sustainability, which we will formally launch this August! :) So yeah.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead.

July 16, 2012 - Sustainable Initiatives Mapping Workshop

The goal of this workshop is to identify and map out the sustainable initiatives in Davao City. To map out the points of light and it will be a starting point. :) 

In case you are joining just confirm on our event pages. :) or message me: + 63 9177054599

See you there!!

P.S. You can check our website: Movement of Imaginals

Tungo sa Liwanag,

TinaEL

Take The Train

Vavavroom! I'm halfway through the coaching program... and with this program I found long lost brothers and sisters. Grabe!!!

So many things have happened. I never knew my calendar would be this full! Haha. There was never a boring moment....

I'm becoming more and more confident. There's the teensy weensy little bitty scaredy-cat within but I can overcome it na.

My journal was right when it said: "Take a LEAP of FAITH."

I could say this is one of the best journey I've taken. Best train ever!

I'm so blessed with my coaches..... My council got 2. There's Coach Bong and Coach Jic. Also, my lovely buddy Ate Claire, my BIZU group (Jaysee and Rhodz)..... and the rest of TEAM 48 POSIBLE +.

Through this program I found life-long brothers and sisters. Not just friends. Ahhhh. The best talaaaagaaa!

I want to take the program again!! For next quarter's theme!! Super duper nice. LEAP TEAM 49: Time of My Life. AHHHHHHH.

If you want to take the train....... to one of the best rides ever.... with fun loving individuals... another train is scheduled this coming weekend.... June 4-5, 2011. At OCCI, 6th Floor, Emerald Building, Ortigas Jr. Road.

Cheers to a WORLD THAT WORKS WITH NO ONE LEFT OUT!

I LOVE YOUUUU DEAR READERS!!! (OO, I AM SO FULL OF LOVE NA... I COULD PROBABLY END UP DATING MYSELF.... hahahaha).

Start Fast & Finish Strong

Huwaaaatt? January is coming to an end in a few days??? Oh dear. How fast time flies!

A lot of things have happened lately to me, and as I'm guessing everyone's daily conquest in life are pretty challenging these days. Right? (*assumes you just said: yes!* ). And it's not a challenge that could make you go "huhu" but some challenge that can make you go: "hurrah!!".

Well, I heard 2011 is going to be a fantabulous year for everybody. That is if you don't hesitate by grabbing the "fabulous" prophecy and stepping inside the tiny or if you are really "highly favored" HUGE doors of opportunities opening.

Guys! It aint a singular thing.. it's plural.. so there's more in store!

2010 was a year of letting go of the baggage's, past emotions, and childhood dramas. It was a rocky year for me. And I'm sure to most of the people I know they have felt the changes last year in a hard way, because they themselves told me. We've gone through a lot last year! The whole topsy turvy emotions we've been having. It went by sooo fast I hardly had enough time to breathe!!!!


2011 is deemed to be a year for moving forward, stepping into the magic and making it fabulous! haha. Okay. I sound so Kimora-ish. Now, they say.... if a certain past emotion surfaces this year... one should celebrate! Because, it's a sign of sweating/urinating/eliminating the negative emotions that doesn't serve you this year. So, don't beat yourself up if you are still feeling the 2010 baggages... just celebrate!!!!

Guyyyyyssssssssss let's all START FAST and FINISH STRONG!!!

Key points to remember for this year (according to Doreen Virtue):

*Opportunities will be flowing this year. Do not hesitate. He who hesitates is lost.
*It's time to GO GREEN! And not just by words but by deeds. I'm doing it more consciously now.. although I still have to get the hang of it. Saving as much water. Place the plastic bottles on the recycling bin. Turning off the lights and all forms of electricity when not in use.
* For those of you who are LIGHTWORKERS... it's time for you to get involved in the government. Go go go. Spread light and love.


Hurrrah!!! move along ... move along!!! :)

Enriching Lives and Fulfilling Dreams

Recently, I was asked by DXN's Sales and Training Manager Mr. Paul to host the 11th Year Anniversary of DXN.

My heart automatically screamed yes! (It's not really a dream, but I have this penchant of trying new things and it'd be one for my bucket list.) But, then suddenly my mind was filled with doubt specially when it comes to moments when one has to come up with adlibs. Nevertheless, I said: "Wow! Walang problema. Medyo scary ha. Diba po may mga rehearsals yan?"

I immediately asked for the rehearsals since I'd be needing that because it will be my first time. And it's not some hosting stint where you will be given 500 guests but close to 10,000-12,000!!!!!!!!

And of course, I made kulit to get the script just so I have an idea. But, I only got the draft. So, I scoured for tips online which were not much really. And tried to catch one of my "DJ" friend Aron, but never got around to it.

Three days before the event, I flew to Manila for the rehearsals. There were a few mishaps about the time but nevertheless 2 days before the event, I was introduced to 2 of my co-hosts, Lory, and Roy. And a day before the event, we met Rick and Ami to complete the party of five. Sir Paul was our coach. :) The rehearsal was fun! We'd joke around and try to come up with our very own adlibs since we were free to change what was written on the script according to our personality. :P

(Photo: L-R: Ami, Lory, Rick, Makata, Me and Roy)

Anyway, DXN's 11th Year Anniversary here in the Philippines last November 6, 2010 at Cuneta Astrodome was a SUCCESS!

Of course, it wasn't perfect, we were given the final script on the day of the event. But, we kind of got the idea of the flow already. But during the awarding ceremonies ,we ditched our scripts, since, our DXN director made a few changes. Major changes, that even us as "hosts" were surprised by the whole thing but managed to pull everything off.


(Mom, the Cake, Mr. Ed Hao, and Dato Dr. Lim Siow Jin (CEO))


You see, our CEO was supposed to arrive as a surprise to give the highest award which was Crown Ambassador which will be received by my Dad and Mom. But, Dad was unable to make it so it was Mom who walked down the aisle with the rest of the new Crown Diamond Awardees.

And MYYY GULAAAYY! The reaction of the people. I wonder when will I be given the full video of the whole thing..... mhmmmm

(Photo: L-R: Rick, Lory, Me, Ami and Roy)

Good camaraderie of hosts and the staff was the key to pulling everything off. And that we always focus on what needs to be done and the result in the end which was making 12,000 people happy. One good thing, they say was that there was no "dull moment" or spaced out moment because we would help each other out. Also, the A2Z Band was the besssstttt!!! Rock and Rollllll!!!

I heard it was the best DXN Anniversary! And when 3 of the hot shots were asked to rate the anniversary on a scale of 1 to 10. 1 the lowest and 10 the highest. They gave the anniversary this: 9, 10 and 10.1.

and our CEO was so enthused, he exclaimed: "We should do this every year!"

It was an amazing experience to host the anniversary. We gave our time and effort as pro bono to the company. I actually just wanted the experience and to give back to the company who helped a lot of people make their lives better and fulfilled their dreams. Including mine!


Everyone was in high spirits when it ended. And my energy kind of depleted. I wasn't able to eat that much before the show because it might send me to the bathroom in no time. Nyahaha. How about next year??? Well next year, i'll hit the backstage or be a floor manager! HAHAHA.

Congratulations to all the AWARDEES!! Next year... awardee na ako dapat! Woooo.DAPAT. Universe? Woohooo.. You listening? :)

Actually the Anniversary inspired me to do more. A lot of people in DXN, is encouraging me to do even better. I've seen people who never got a college degree, but now, they look, talk and walk like some guy with a PHD! This business made a lot of household lives better and healthier. Oh, the joy!

In this business, I call myself a social business entrepreneur. Where I am not just in this business to make money.... but I am in this business to change our "society". And it starts by helping people reach their full potential in achieving their dreams and visions for the future! It's better than just making money, right? :)

Credits: My Angels and ESP, Edsel of Kasuotan, Ms. Roma (Hair &Makeup), Ate Alice, Mr. JP Bedia (Coach), Ms. Lhen, Mr. Dennis, Ms. Honey, Ms. Thess, Ms. Anna, Ms. Mechelle, Ms. Rolyn, and more.

Hello November!

I don't know why I'm saying hello to November.... but maybe because I feel this month has a lot in store for me. Haha. Sweet surprises perhaps?


So.. yeah... November please be good to me.....


I've been in and out of town lately. Thus the lack of updates.

Will probably talk about my seminar-venture in UAE.

There were no Desert Safari for me, or any of those gold stores or whatever. Just plain visit to four states of UAE. and the hoarding of gadgets. Hardly hoarding. Just the essentials. Nyahahaha.

But, I'm definitely coming back for the desert safari.... one day. And, I better have me a husband... it's hard to get a SINGLE WOMAN a VISA to visit Qatar, Kuwait and the rest of the Gulf countries. But, well... that's not the priority. I'll go to countries where it's easy to get me a single woman a visa... like, say.... Europe. Wooohoo.

All I Want For Christmas

I just got around to browsing PM's post which she messaged me about since I haven't been online the past few days. Anyhooo.... when I got to read PM's post about "Gift Swapping" with blogger friends I got excited and of course would love to join in on the fun!

And if you want to join the activity spearheaded by PM, you can check out her post here: ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS. Like she said, the more, the merrier!! :)

Something small: Vintage Pendant or Locket. =)

Something big: Large Stuffed Teddy BEARRR!! or a Panda will do. *giggles*

Something cute: anything "angel" inspired is cute for me. :)

Something soft: a pink/purple pillow!!! (small or big is okay.)

Something techie: a Samsung Galaxy ? haha. thats too much. Just Kidding. a pink headphone will do... or a pink wireless mouse. or a pink mousepad. oh di ba? basta pink. okay na ako. or purple or emerald or turquoise.

Something fancy: a wand from the Whimsic Alley, preferably this. =)

Something (insert your favorite color): pink pendulum! =)

Something wearable: a girly shawl or scarf. :)

Something you need: a book about angels, love, fairies or anything mystical or any book from Robert Ludlum, Marianne Williamson, Marc Gafni, Doreen Virtue, Paolo Coelho. I don't mind if it's second hand. :)

Something you can use for work: a 2011 Belle De Jour Power Planner :P

Something sweet: cheesecake!!! or a Swiss chocolate will do (any brand).

All I Want For Christmas: round trip ticket to Palawan :P

so there you go... i hope it won't be too hard for you. anything angel inspired, or anything pink/purple/emerald/turquoise will do naman for me eh. :)

Got A Crush

It just dawned on me.... I'm crushing on someone. *Laughter*

It took me a long time to admit that I really am crushing on him. And if I mention where I met him.... it's gonna be obvious to the people I know in real life. Nyahaha. OMG. OMG. I can't get him off my mind lately. And to think I haven't seen him for weeks!!!!!

And no.. I don't have his number. Too bad.

I can't believe I'm back to my high school days.


Meanwhile.. let me just blow bubbles in the air..... :P


via (dallasdee)

Keep the Faith

(via thedisneyprincess)

hulloh, everybody!

hope everyone's doing great.....

i miss watching disney movies... maybe i'll download some of them.

my kinda therapy! :P

oh and yeah...

(via xoxoeman:)

with that cake!

but, i'll finish with my own doze of male hormones first.... Jack Bauer of 24 keeps me entertained. *bang bang bang*

Stop and Surrender

Now, I stopped trying to control events, and just trust and have faith that everything will fall into a natural order, one that works.

you know the popular saying:


(via heymrblue)

so... yeah. and that the good thing about things falling apart, is that you can choose to pick up which pieces you want to have in your life.

I'm just resting while a power much greater than me takes over. :) (thinking about rest, makes me want to go have a massage!!!! i BADLY NEED ONE! maybe mamaya before i go to sleep.)

but, but, i have to get back on track. I have a "challenge", I'm working out on..... some goal.. which I will reveal as soon as I ACHIEVE it. it's in my PRIORITY FOLDER.

The recent uhmmm experience I had, I mentioned was terrible, right? It almost shattered a belief, that I keep holding on to... but, then... my angels are always around to keep me back on track. I have always believed that you need not a lot of pain and suffering to grow. Because, Jesus said: "It is finished". But, of course... you have a choice to go through all that. And like many gurus would say: "There are many paths to the mountain top."

I've always believed that Love operates on a win-mode. Being successful in life need not have a lot of negative tension involved, and that we don't really have to struggle all the time.

So... I surrender and just love. :) It's like I'm melting into another world. Some may call it a fantasy, but sometimes the truth can seem like a fantasy. Of course, I still have a feet on both worlds. And someone taught me how to take the rose-colored glasses off, if necessary. And, I did.

They say the world changes, when we change. It reflects back to us what we have been giving all along. It softens when we soften. It opens when we open our hearts.

It's this moment when LOVE matters more than anything. Not psychology, not neurosis. Just Love. That warm feeling, that despite all those broken promises, shattered dreams, half truths, hostility, you found a way to stop fighting the world... and let things be.

There'd be moments I may forget, but that's part of our journey....

*spreads the love to y`all*

peace IN! (haha. trying to be cool, eh?)

For LDR's that went down the drain

I found the following article over at Tumblr.... and I know more and more people are having LDR's. I find that it does make sense. :P


and No.. this is not what I am currently feeling now. =) in fact... i'm happy... and chirpy and looking forward to the future... and yeah... learning the craft in the business that I am in. Ahhhh.. I need more like minded individuals. Ooohh... I know I'd meet them along the way. :)

anyhow... just wanted to share the article over here. ;) see ya around guys!

for the original post: DayDream

Don’t ever use distance as an excuse to break up or separate. If anything, it’s that one of you don’t feel the same about the other anymore. If you were together in the first place, it must mean that you were both committed to make it work. But later on down the road, if you say you’re separating because of distance, then I would have to disagree. Unless you’re one of those people who were in the relationship just for physical needs.

It’s not distance that makes you want to separate, it’s the level of commitment that you’re willing to give into the relationship. Because distance only makes the heart grow fonder. If you really did like the person, you’d be more committed. You’d want to talk to that person almost all the time. You’d text or call. Go out of your way just to say “Hi” or “I miss you”. It doesn’t even take a minute to send a text or just call to say hi.

Everyone needs assurance. Without it, we’re lost. It takes two to tangle, and it takes two to cuddle. If one person has no idea what the other person is thinking, how are we suppose to deal/react to the situation? It’s like being left in the pitch black darkness. Assurance is the light that keeps us going. If you’re not committed, then say so. Reassure the person that you don’t feel the same. Don’t ever keep someone waiting just because you know they will. Hearts are the last thing you should be playing with.

If you’re ever gonna end a relationship, don’t ever say it’s because of distance. That’s lame. If anything, it’s you and the decrease of commitment you want to give into the relationship. If only one person is committed, it might as well turn into unrequited love.

Congratulations Venus!

Even if she didn't win the crown......

Getting into the Top 5 is already something!

So cheers to Venus Raj! We appreciate you!

for a clearer picture of the screen capture: Venus Raj

Screen Cap from palabas.

makes you forget the bad thing yesterday, eh? -_-

*toodles*

K10 and KTina

Finally, I joined the Rotaract of Munting Pag-Asa Davao yesterday. I've been mulling over it the past few months from the impending invitation by my beloved friend Ate Jireh. She has been a huge influence when it comes to helping people. And I get ideas by what she does. :) Thanks for the pleasant welcome guys! I appreciate it. /me is very happy to work with y'all. Service to others. Eee--yeahh!

I know helping people usually comes spontaneously and by joining groups, maybe it won't be that at all. But, i was listening to Les Brown and he was saying about getting involved in communities that would help people. And connecting with people with the same agendas in mind. Of course, I said to myself: "I won't lose my "random acts of kindness" activity. Those in the moment things I constantly engage myself into, specially if I am in a loving mood."

And it was quite fitting that Rochelle and I was inducted yesterday, in time for the Kadayawan Celebration. Kadayawan is a special event for Davao and for me. I don't know I just feel excited whenever the festivity is drawing near. The major streets would be oozing with exotic fruits (durian, jackfruit, rambutan, lansones, mangosteen) and lots of freebies and discounts. But, more than that... the air is filled with music inspired by the natives that gives you this upbeat feeling.

Back to the the meeting, it was festive and was pretty much Kadayawan inspired. :)

The highlight of the meeting was the "Ikebana" demonstration by Lady Veronica Tirol.

and it deserves a post.. all on its own. I'll recount the basic Ikebana demonstration soon. :)

There's so many things I want to share... i'll share it to you soon.
K10

Kadayawan 2010, is nicknamed K10 this year. Aside from 10 symbolizing the year 2010, it also represents the 10 distinguished tribes of Davao City and it is also the 10 keys of why Kadayawan is open for celebration for the year 2010.

1. HARMONY IN DIVERSITY

2. STRONG GOVERNANCE

3. COMMUNITY SUPPORT

4. PEACE AND SECURITY

5. SUSTAINED ABUNDANCE

6. GENDER SENSITIVE

7. DYNAMIC GEOGRAPHY

8. HEALTH AND WELLNESS

9. EMERGENCY READY

10. OPTIMIZED RESOURCES, MAXIMUM VALUE

for the full article: K10.

Anyway.. here's the list of schedules for Kadayawan 2010:


MAJOR:

DAYAW: KADAYAWAN OPENING RITES

Date Start : 2010-08-20
Date End : 2010-08-20
Venue : Rizal Park

HIYAS SA KADAYAWAN: THE FESTIVAL GEM

Date Start : 2010-08-20
Date End : 2010-08-20
Venue : Davao City Recreational Center (formerly Almendras Gym)

INDAK-INDAK SA KADALANAN

Date Start : 2010-08-21
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : 7 am Street Dancing at CM Recto, San Pedro, Pelayo, Bonifacio, Ponciano, Roxas Avenue & 3 PM Showdown

Philippine Military Academy

Date Start : 2010-08-22
Date End : 2010-08-22
Venue : Tionko Field

Fun Run Kasaganahan at Kaunlaran

Date Start : 2010-08-22
Date End : 2010-08-22
Venue : Rizal Park

PASASALAMAT: THANKSGIVING MASS

Date Start : 2010-08-22
Date End : 2010-08-22
Venue : San Pedro Cathedral

PAMULAK: FLORAL FLOAT PARADE

Date Start : 2010-08-22
Date End : 2010-08-22

AGRI-TRADE FAIR

Date Start : 2010-08-01
Date End : 2010-08-31
Venue : SM City Davao Future Development Site

Kadayawan Festival Run

Date Start : 2010-08-08
Date End : 2010-08-08
Venue : Roxas Ave.

HULAGWAY: FACES AND PLACES: DAVAO

Date Start : 2010-08-11
Date End : 2010-09-11
Venue : Museo Dabawenyo

Kadayawan Open Bowling Tournament

Date Start : 2010-08-12
Date End : 2010-08-20
Venue : Fairlanes Bowling Center

1st Mayor Inday Sara Duterte All - Women Aero Marathon

Date Start : 2010-08-14
Date End : 2010-08-14
Venue : NCCC Mall Activity Area

Katingalahang Kalingawan sa Kadayawan

Date Start : 2010-08-14
Date End : 2010-08-15
Venue : Davao City National High School

The Best of Sayaw Mindanaw Showcase

Date Start : 2010-08-15
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : SM City Event Center

Jollibee Family Fun Run

Date Start : 2010-08-15
Date End : 2010-08-15
Venue : NCCC Mall Car Park

Photo Gallery of Davao City Prominent Icons

Date Start : 2010-08-15
Date End : 2010-08-21

Opening of Kadayawan Activities at SM City Davao

Date Start : 2010-08-15
Date End : 2010-08-15
Venue : SM CityEvent Center

Panagtagbo Cultural Performance Showcase

Date Start : 2010-08-16
Date End : 2010-08-19
Venue : Gaisano Mall of Davao

PANAGTAGBO: MULTI-CULTURAL PERFORMANCES

Date Start : 2010-08-16
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : Peoples Park and NCCC Mall

KADAYAWAN TABO: MAG-NEGOSYO ‘TA DAY FAIR TRADE

Date Start : 2010-08-16
Date End : 2010-08-22
Venue : Sanguniang Panlungsod Lobby & NCCC Mall (open on mall hours)

Henna & Body Painting Contest and Big Bike & Car Show Exhibit

Date Start : 2010-08-18
Date End : 2010-08-18
Venue : WiSons Shopping Mall, Anda St.

Apo View Cultural Presentation & Fire Dancing

Date Start : 2010-08-18
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : Apo View Hotel

PhilExport XI Forum

Date Start : 2010-08-19
Date End : 2010-08-20
Venue : Central Bank

Blood Kompak 2010 Mixed Martial Art Competition

Date Start : 2010-08-19
Date End : 2010-08-22
Venue :

14th Mindanao Trade Expo

Date Start : 2010-08-19
Date End : 2010-08-22
Venue : Central Bank

NCCC Mall Late Night Sale

Date Start : 2010-08-20
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : NCCC Mall

Deca Cup Wakeboarding and WakeSkating Competition

Date Start : 2010-08-20
Date End : 2010-08-20
Venue : Deca Wakeboard Park, Brgy. Tacunan

Kadayawan Fashion Show

Date Start : 2010-08-20
Date End : 2010-08-20
Venue : NCCC Mall Activity Center

ABS-CBN Kapamilya Caravan

Date Start : 2010-08-21
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : Gaisano Mall of Davao

Party Pilipinas

Date Start : 2010-08-21
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : SM City Event Center

Urban Missions Airsoft Tournament

Date Start : 2010-08-21
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : SM City Davao Future Development Site

Concert with a Cause: A Night with Rico & Jenine

Date Start : 2010-08-21
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : Lantawan Hall, Royal Mandaya Hotel

Coca - Cola Concert featuring Sponge Cola and Sugar Free

Date Start : 2010-08-21
Date End : 2010-08-21
Venue : Rizal Park

Kadayawan Motocross

Date Start : 2010-08-22
Date End : 2010-08-22
Venue : Davao Crocodile Park


whoah! I never expected the list of events would be this long! i did not even post everything. i just posted those events i'm interested.

so, you see... we have fun filled events depending on your taste: from fashion to music, from star-filled events to mingling with the locals, sports (wakeboarding, motocross, mixed martial arts) to a whole lot more. AND Yeah... don't forget the cheap food and discounts! Haha.

to Dabawenyos and the tourists.. enjoy!!!

Photos Courtesy of Bom Aportadera(President).

Tumblr Fever

i think i'm addicted to "tumblr" already. currently fixated with all the photos and quotes im seeing over there.

T_T

I'm seeing my dreams fly by over there.

Photos. Photos of bedrooms I fancy. Photos of jewelries i must have one day. Photos of places to visit. Photos of lovely moments. Photos of cute animals. Photos of my favorite disney princess. Photos of drinks. Photos of chocolates and candies. Photos of cakes and sweets. and moreeee.


Lovely words and phrases of my favorite authors. favorite icons. of wonderful people.

But, of course.... if you want the story behind every photo... nothing beats the old school blogging. :)

So yeah, it's taking up my time. and i'm enjoying my moment.

If you have your own tumblr do tell me.. so I can follow it. :)

My TUMBLR ---> Angelblush

Talk about DAYS!

Day 1 — Your Best Friend
Day 2 — Your Crush
Day 3 — Your parents
Day 4 — Your sibling (or closest relative)
Day 5 — Your dreams
Day 6 — A stranger
Day 7 — Your Ex-boyfriend/girlfriend/love/crush
Day 8 — Your favorite internet friend
Day 9 — Someone you wish you could meet
Day 10 — Someone you don’t talk to as much as you’d like to
Day 11 — A Deceased person you wish you could talk to
Day 12 — The person you hate most/caused you a lot of pain
Day 13 — Someone you wish could forgive you
Day 14 — Someone you’ve drifted away from
Day 15 — The person you miss the most
Day 16 — Someone that’s not in your state/country
Day 17 — Someone from your childhood
Day 18 — The person that you wish you could be
Day 19 — Someone that pesters your mind—good or bad
Day 20 — The one that broke your heart the hardest
Day 21 — Someone you judged by their first impression
Day 22 — Someone you want to give a second chance to
Day 23 — The last person you kissed
Day 24 — The person that gave you your favorite memory
Day 25 — The person you know that is going through the worst of times
Day 26 — The last person you made a pinky promise to
Day 27 — The friendliest person you knew for only one day
Day 28 — Someone that changed your life
Day 29 — The person that you want tell everything to, but too afraid to
Day 30 — Your reflection in the mirror


I saw the list back at tumblr. Yeah. I got one. And sometimes it's a great way to post random stuffs in one day.... and some one-liners with just one click!

So.. well.. if you have the time you can check it out: ANGELBLUSH'S TUMBLR PAGE

Anyway... even if i saw the list over @ TUMBLR... i will be doing it HERE. Since, ive been slow on updates.. and it gives me some things to talk about.. and they all have interesting topics..

So.... I will be posting away soon!

HOW ARE YOU??? Will be doing my rounds later!! Ta-ta

P.S. you can do this one if you want too.

P.P.S. *waves hi* to PM for mentioning me over at her blog. Hehe.

Absolute Vulnerability

Even heroes have "vulnerable moments".

Despite the superpowers and psychic abilities they have... they are human too.


Adrian Tranquili a sculptor shows us the scarcely seen, vulnerable side of our Super Heroes.

Although the outside battles are equally riveting... it is the inner battle that matters most. In Spiderman 3: "The Battle Lies Within".

Everyone can relate to them because it is not just the super heroes who goes through this.

And according to Socrates of the movie "Peaceful Warrior" based on the best selling book The Way of A Peaceful Warrior:

A warrior is not about perfection or victory or invulnerability. He's about ABSOLUTE VULNERABILITY.

And in those moments.... we allow ourselves to be human.....



So... if you are going through something..... always mind the battles within.... because they are the ones that matters most. As within, so without. Life is a mirror. It reflects back your innermost thoughts, feelings and desires.

and always remember folks, a warrior is about ABSOLUTE VULNERABILITY.. and we all have those moments.




Image Source from: Diesel Fragrance

I WON

First off, I just won a cute polymer clay trinket from Prinsesa Musang's blog. It was her anniversary and she was giving away prizes. :) My comeback was welcomed by this pleasant surprise - winning the trinket. Thanks PM! Is grateful. :)

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so many things have been happening lately....
and im sure most people would find them not pleasant...

there were earthquakes in various places in the world, the most recent was Chile's 8.8..

and the baby tsunami waves.....

the recent power shortage here in the South.....

the extreme hot weather brought out by EL Nino...

and among others...

mhmmm....... well, lets just all generate loving energies to Nature and Universe.....

LOVE.LOVE.LOVE.
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S-tress? Not a problem.

Recently, i gave a talk to graduating students of Accountancy at University of Mindanao. I was invited by my cousin Jane to talk about "Stress Management". I am in the spa industry and that's one of our main thing in the industry.

It was a great experience and it's quiet challenging to get their attention. One, i'm not far their age.. so it could be just like a case of... "we know what you know." and they could be rolling their eyes. I stammered during the first few minutes and I was laughing about it because I was currently under stress. Haha.

But, with a few humor here and there I got their attention and I was at ease. It was my first time to come up with a "Stress Management" module. I got an outline online and added a few things here and there from my experience.

Psychologists would say we all need stress.... but, my spiritual gurus say... we can always choose not to create stress in our life. So, I just gave the college students the basics... it's hard enough to manage stress what more eliminating it in your life?

Although, its not exactly THAT hard to eliminate stress.. but with the programs we have... it's gonna be mighty challenging. :)

The following are my steps to managing stress..... although I know everyone knows about this.... but we might all be needing a lil review noh? :)

1.) Find a Support - a friend, mentor, minister, councilor.... to talk to. :)

2.) Get organized - arrange the clutter in your room or work area to think clearly.

3.) Take breaks, give yourself "me" time - get at least 10-15 minute break to power nap, or listen to soothing songs in your mp3 players or ipod, take a walk, anything to give you a break mentally..

4.) Take good care of yourself - eat properly, get a good rest... allow yourself to do something you enjoy each day... :) sometimes, when we feel stressed we tend to do the opposite. Hydrate yourself... :)

5.) Get regular exercise - blow off the steam and release it through excercise. This will relieve some symptoms of depression and stress. But, don't overdo it! Too much of something is bad... 45 mins. to an hour a day would be great! :)

6.) Get a hobby, do something different - add some spice in your life and do something you haven't done yet that you sure would enjoy. sign up for dance lessons, or voice lessons. Go to that film making class or photography class...

7.) Slow Down - the journey is the destination.. relax.... don't live in a hurry, curry life.... enjoy the moment. stop, and smell the coffee....

8.) Laugh, use humor - watch funny movies, be with your friends who makes you laugh, surround yourself with laughter... but a bit of advice... don't laugh at anybody's expense. if you must, laugh about yourself... it is strength beyond measure.

9.) Keeping a Diary - or a BLOG! hehe. I'm sure to some.. blogging is part of their stress management program (its part of mine!). :) Veryyy effective. It keeps me sane.. and it helps me live in the moment and cherish what happened in the past... :)

10.) Learn to relax - Get a massage!!! Go to our spa (Angel of Water Wellness Center) haha. or the nearest spa near you.... :) Do visualization techniques... deep breathing.... relax.. relax... use your different sense: touch, taste, smell, sight and sound.

for touch: get a massage, get a warm bath, go for a swim, change into comfy clothes...

for taste: eat a comforting meal, eat healthy food, sip your choice of herbal tea, drink fine wine with friends not Red Horse , ok ?? :)

for smell: smell lavender or chamomile, don on your favorite perfume or scent, shop for flowers, breathe the fresh air, light a scented candle..

for sight: watch a funny movie, read a good book, watch the clouds, watch the horizon...

for sound: listen to calm, classical music or something instrumental (it's good for your brain waves), sing to yourself, say positive affirmations for yourself, play your favorite musical instrument... if you know how to. hehe. or ask someone to play it for you. Ji Hoo from BOF would come in handy.. haha. :)

I guess that's about it. I'm sure... there are lots and lots of ways to manage stress...

You? What do you do when you are stressed? I'd love to hear from you.... :)

holidays are coming

and sooooo.... its Christmas once again! feel the spirits guys!!

Have a Wonderful HOLIDAY!!

Tabang Dabaw

Tabang Dabaw is a free concert brought to you by Davao City's musicians to raise funds and donations for the victims of Ondoy.

Tabang Dabaw nagkahiusang alang sa mga biktima ni Ondoy.

The event will take place at Taboan in Matina Town Square at 6 in the evening, tonight (october 4, 2009).

You can donate old clothes and can also donate in cash.