This Day in History, February 18
On February 18th, 1229, Emperor Frederick II signed a truce, regaining Jerusalem, Nazareth, and Bethlehem for the Holy Roman Empire.
On Feb. 18, 1885, "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain was published.
Notable Birthdays for February 18
Ernst Mach, German Scientist (1838-1916); Wendell Willkie, U.S. Presidential Candidate (1892-1944); Helen Gurley Brown, U.S. Writer (1922- ); Toni Morrison, U.S. Writer (1931- ); Milos Foreman, Czech Director (1932- ); Yoko Ono, Japanese Artist (1933- ); Audre Lourde, U.S. Writer (1934-1992)
Famous Birthdays, February 18
-- Jack Palance, 84, Actor, born in 1921
-- Helen Gurley Brown, 83, Author, editor, born in 1922
-- George Kennedy, 80, Actor, born in 1925
-- John Warner, 78, U.S. senator, R-Va., born in 1927
-- Toni Morrison, 74, Author, born in 1931
-- Milos Forman, 73, Director, born in 1932
-- Herman Santiago, 64, Singer (Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers), born in 1941
-- Irma Thomas, 64, Singer, born in 1941
-- Dennis DeYoung, 58, Singer (Styx), born in 1947
-- Sinead Cusack, 57, Actress, born in 1948
-- John Hughes, 55, Screenwriter-director, born in 1950
-- Cybill Shepherd, 55, Actress, born in 1950
-- Randy Crawford, 53, Singer, born in 1952
-- Juice Newton, 53, Singer, born in 1952
-- Robbie Bachman, 52, Rock musician (Bachman Turner Overdrive), born in 1953
-- Vanna White, 48, Game show host ("Wheel of Fortune"), born in 1957
-- Greta Scacchi, 45, Actress, born in 1960
-- Matt Dillon, 41, Actor, born in 1964
-- Dr. Dre, 40, Rapper, born in 1965
-- Molly Ringwald, 37, Actress, born in 1968
-- Yevgeny Kafelnikov, 31, Tennis player, born in 1974
-- Sarah Brown, 30, Actress ("General Hospital"), born in 1975
-- Chanda Rubin, 29, Tennis player, born in 1976
-- Sean Watkins, 28, Bluegrass musician (Nickel Creek), born in 1977
-- Tyrone Burton, 26, Actor, born in 1979
-- Shane Lyons, 17, Actor, born in 1988
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Sunday, February 18, 2007
Saturday, February 17, 2007
Lector Buddies
With the young and the young at heart: Mitch (1st row, extreme left), Me (1st row, extreme right) at the Lectors' Guild Christmas Party 2006. Taken from Tita Nancy Herrin's hi-tech digicam.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
My V-day
Happy Hearts Day! So how did I spend mine?
1. Went on my weekly pilgrimage to Baclaran
2. "Indulged" in Sonja's cupcakes afterwards. Whether this is better than original plan to watch Hugh Grant's "Music and Lyrics" I really don't know.
3. Attended mass for retired priests.
4. Watched my comfort shows American Idol and Grey's Anatomy as soon as I got home.
Nothing special. Hope your V-day is better than mine.
1. Went on my weekly pilgrimage to Baclaran
2. "Indulged" in Sonja's cupcakes afterwards. Whether this is better than original plan to watch Hugh Grant's "Music and Lyrics" I really don't know.
3. Attended mass for retired priests.
4. Watched my comfort shows American Idol and Grey's Anatomy as soon as I got home.
Nothing special. Hope your V-day is better than mine.
Sunday, February 11, 2007
Joy's Birthday Bash at The Fort
I really like these pics taken from Ember's digicam. Except that I had a facial days ago and my face just started to peel off. Good thing that the venue was not well-lighted for people to notice. But I had a blast! Wish I could party forever. Happy Birthday Joy!
Friday, February 02, 2007
So what if it's February?
I can't believe I have the birthday blues. Maybe because I'm not really looking forward to getting old. In a few years time I will hit the 30s--the age bracket that seemed so far away then.
Am I afraid of getting old? Maybe not yet. But what I fear now is that I would age knowing that I haven't done any significant thing, not really something that would change the world but at least one that would make an impact on myself and the people around me.
As I contemplate these thoughts (which I do more often now), a question hit me as I went to sleep last night.
Would I trade youth for wisdom? Would you?
My answer as soon as I figure this out. Maybe on my birthday. Which will be in a few days. Aaaargh!!!!
Am I afraid of getting old? Maybe not yet. But what I fear now is that I would age knowing that I haven't done any significant thing, not really something that would change the world but at least one that would make an impact on myself and the people around me.
As I contemplate these thoughts (which I do more often now), a question hit me as I went to sleep last night.
Would I trade youth for wisdom? Would you?
My answer as soon as I figure this out. Maybe on my birthday. Which will be in a few days. Aaaargh!!!!
Friday, January 19, 2007
More Embassy / Tagaytay pics (from Gen's digicam)
after first round of drinks...
pyc gals go partee!!!
i just love gen's digicam!
after 12, still partying at pad nearby tagaytay
already tired and sleepy at 2AM
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Me showing some skin?!?
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Updated Havaianas Inventory and Wishlist
Inventory:
1. Metallics Silver
2. Rosa Branco
3. Christmas Greetings White
4. Slim Beige Golden
5. Christmas Greetings Gold
6. Style Pink/Light Blue
Wishlist
1. Small Flowers Pink
2. Slim Season Brown
3. Girls Star Lilac
4. High Light Black/Pink
5. Sunny Blush Rose
1. Metallics Silver
2. Rosa Branco
3. Christmas Greetings White
4. Slim Beige Golden
5. Christmas Greetings Gold
6. Style Pink/Light Blue
Wishlist
1. Small Flowers Pink
2. Slim Season Brown
3. Girls Star Lilac
4. High Light Black/Pink
5. Sunny Blush Rose
On Broken Resolutions and Blessed Novena Prayerbook
Let it be known that I broke my New Year's resolution today, January 10, 2007.
I am NOT supposed to buy any Havaianas until February, my birth month. Of course, it's not just a resolution, it's supposed to be a rehab from my addiction of the popular flip-flop brand. But when I saw the Havs marked down at AFF Glorietta, I totally flipped and bought the Pink/Light Blue Style model. This baby is a steal for P604.00. Of course, there were other marked down 2006 models available, like the lavender Margaridas, the rose cheetah animal prints, and the black and white Style. Let's see if they have stocks on Friday so I could buy another one.
It's official. I am now on re-HAV.
Something good happened today though. I had my copy of the Novena of Mother of Perpetual Help blessed before I went crazy. It should mean something. Next week, I will attempt to fall in line and go to the Blessed Sacrament, and beg for mercy.
Update: I was able to go near the Blessed Sacrament. In fact, I've been doing this for my last three visits already. Yay me!
I am NOT supposed to buy any Havaianas until February, my birth month. Of course, it's not just a resolution, it's supposed to be a rehab from my addiction of the popular flip-flop brand. But when I saw the Havs marked down at AFF Glorietta, I totally flipped and bought the Pink/Light Blue Style model. This baby is a steal for P604.00. Of course, there were other marked down 2006 models available, like the lavender Margaridas, the rose cheetah animal prints, and the black and white Style. Let's see if they have stocks on Friday so I could buy another one.
It's official. I am now on re-HAV.
Something good happened today though. I had my copy of the Novena of Mother of Perpetual Help blessed before I went crazy. It should mean something. Next week, I will attempt to fall in line and go to the Blessed Sacrament, and beg for mercy.
Update: I was able to go near the Blessed Sacrament. In fact, I've been doing this for my last three visits already. Yay me!
Friday, January 05, 2007
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
Christmas 2006
This is the only pic taken last Christmas.
Location: at Starbucks near Valle Verde where my aunt and cousin lives.
Photographer: Mama
Camera: Kodak V610
Monday, January 01, 2007
2007 at last!
While I often have the Christmas blues, I always welcome New Year with a flicker of hope. And maybe a smile. This, I did despite everything that happened in 2006.
Happy New Year to all!
Happy New Year to all!
Pics from Tagaytay outing (from Chi's digicam), Dec. 29-30, 2006
Food Trip! Sen, Christine, Me, Ember, Chi, Tricia
Enjoying the beautiful view of the Taal lake.
Me, Chi and Ember
Another Group Shot
The ladies are chillin' at Leslie's restaurant, literally
Pics from Chi's despedida @ Embassy, Dec. 27, 2006
Chi, Ember, Joy, Tatin, Me
Another group shot. 2nd Row: Gen and Rieger
Me and Ember
Mitch and my elbow
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Party!!!
What a day! What a night!!!
After going on my weekly pilgrimage to Baclaran, I met my college friend and toured her around the "buildings" in front of Market! Market! at the Fort. They're developing a series of residential units called Serendra. The place is very pretty already, a lot of scenery, really. Imagine going to work, malling, or clubbing without going through traffic! How I would love to see it when it's all done.
I went home in QC only to change for a party at the Embassy at yes, the Fort. It's for a despedida for a church friend who is going to study abroad. Come to think of it, a few of my church friends are going to study abroad next year. They're moving on, I should to. And I will. Anyway, the party rocked!!! And I had a little more to drink than I usually do. Went home at 3AM. Still have the hangover.
It was a long day... and night. But I had the best time!
After going on my weekly pilgrimage to Baclaran, I met my college friend and toured her around the "buildings" in front of Market! Market! at the Fort. They're developing a series of residential units called Serendra. The place is very pretty already, a lot of scenery, really. Imagine going to work, malling, or clubbing without going through traffic! How I would love to see it when it's all done.
I went home in QC only to change for a party at the Embassy at yes, the Fort. It's for a despedida for a church friend who is going to study abroad. Come to think of it, a few of my church friends are going to study abroad next year. They're moving on, I should to. And I will. Anyway, the party rocked!!! And I had a little more to drink than I usually do. Went home at 3AM. Still have the hangover.
It was a long day... and night. But I had the best time!
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
Time Heals Wounds
More than six months ago I'd never thought healing was possible.
Since then, I've appreciated a little solitude. Okay, maybe a lot. I've amused myself with my Today show fix. I did and am still doing a little pilgrimage on my own. And I got a lot of DSL love.
Now I plan to go out more, see some friends, and of course, pray a little harder.
It's time to be happy.
Since then, I've appreciated a little solitude. Okay, maybe a lot. I've amused myself with my Today show fix. I did and am still doing a little pilgrimage on my own. And I got a lot of DSL love.
Now I plan to go out more, see some friends, and of course, pray a little harder.
It's time to be happy.
Monday, December 25, 2006
Christmas Notes
1. I'm trying to wear my Havaianas greetings as often as I could. They just looked pretty, although my feet do not look good right now.
2. I have a new Ipod speaker, a gift from my bro. How cool is that? I've been playing my Ipod shuffle on speaker the whole day, and perhaps, the whole night too.
3. I spent Christmas day at my aunt's place. Ate a lot, went to Starbucks to hang out, ate again. Good luck on my diet next year.
4. Greeted some of my closest friends as I usually do every year. Talking to them alleviated my Christmas blues a bit. I am looking forward to going to Tagaytay this week with my church friends.
That's all for now. Wishing everyone joy, peace and happiness. Merry Christmas!
2. I have a new Ipod speaker, a gift from my bro. How cool is that? I've been playing my Ipod shuffle on speaker the whole day, and perhaps, the whole night too.
3. I spent Christmas day at my aunt's place. Ate a lot, went to Starbucks to hang out, ate again. Good luck on my diet next year.
4. Greeted some of my closest friends as I usually do every year. Talking to them alleviated my Christmas blues a bit. I am looking forward to going to Tagaytay this week with my church friends.
That's all for now. Wishing everyone joy, peace and happiness. Merry Christmas!
Sunday, December 24, 2006
Fishball Sales / Christmas Shopping List
I have mentioned in this blog before that I will help my bro in his fishball business during the nine-day dawn masses at the Gesu Chapel in Ateneo. Fortunately, I won't have to do the cooking--my mom and bro were in charge of that. I did accounting and I'm not sure if I did my job correctly.
Now that the nine-day masses are done, I am so ready to go Christmas shopping. Never mind if I go to the mall after Christmas--I am actually avoiding the crowd. Besides, I just got my "allowance" today. So here's my list (sort of), and trying to check it twice.
1. GIFT FOR BRO!!! Since he is so generous to me. Haha. I'm thinking of a book about business since he's into books lately. Or I'll just buy Havaianas so I could share my "flip-flops passion" with him.
2. GIFTS FOR FRIENDS. I absolutely have no idea what I'm going to give them. Since I'm trying to be inaccessible these days, I'm limiting the list to a few close friends.
3. GIFTS FOR ME!!! Perhaps the most important of all. Since I'm really really lonely these days. Nothing could cure my Christmas blues other than shopping, with the limited budget that I have. Let's see what's on my list.
Bag. One cannot have too many bags. I just acquired a black Nine West bag at a bargain price, courtesy of my bro.
Shoes. I bought a pair of black velvet kitten heels that are just so cute. And I found a cool multiply site that sells these comfy shoes.
Havaianas. These flip-flops are my guilty pleasure for this year. I've already limited myself to 5 pairs, but there's always a possibility of acquiring another. I hope the Small Flowers models will be available soon.
Top. Let's see what fits me and then I'll decide. Will drop by Apple & Eve since they have sizes.
Books. I will definitely spend my first P1,000 on at least 3 good books. Of course depending on the prizes. Top of the list is Nicholas Sparks' "At First Sight".
CD. I am so into KT Tunstall's music lately, but I have yet to be convinced to buy her CD. Or maybe I'll save for Norah Jones and Carrie Underwood, whose albums will be released next year. Another P1,000 on the budget.
Hay, can't wait to shop!!! Only one day to go before Christmas!!!
Now that the nine-day masses are done, I am so ready to go Christmas shopping. Never mind if I go to the mall after Christmas--I am actually avoiding the crowd. Besides, I just got my "allowance" today. So here's my list (sort of), and trying to check it twice.
1. GIFT FOR BRO!!! Since he is so generous to me. Haha. I'm thinking of a book about business since he's into books lately. Or I'll just buy Havaianas so I could share my "flip-flops passion" with him.
2. GIFTS FOR FRIENDS. I absolutely have no idea what I'm going to give them. Since I'm trying to be inaccessible these days, I'm limiting the list to a few close friends.
3. GIFTS FOR ME!!! Perhaps the most important of all. Since I'm really really lonely these days. Nothing could cure my Christmas blues other than shopping, with the limited budget that I have. Let's see what's on my list.
Bag. One cannot have too many bags. I just acquired a black Nine West bag at a bargain price, courtesy of my bro.
Shoes. I bought a pair of black velvet kitten heels that are just so cute. And I found a cool multiply site that sells these comfy shoes.
Havaianas. These flip-flops are my guilty pleasure for this year. I've already limited myself to 5 pairs, but there's always a possibility of acquiring another. I hope the Small Flowers models will be available soon.
Top. Let's see what fits me and then I'll decide. Will drop by Apple & Eve since they have sizes.
Books. I will definitely spend my first P1,000 on at least 3 good books. Of course depending on the prizes. Top of the list is Nicholas Sparks' "At First Sight".
CD. I am so into KT Tunstall's music lately, but I have yet to be convinced to buy her CD. Or maybe I'll save for Norah Jones and Carrie Underwood, whose albums will be released next year. Another P1,000 on the budget.
Hay, can't wait to shop!!! Only one day to go before Christmas!!!
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Updated Havaianas Inventory and Wishlist
Inventory:
1. Metallics Silver
2. Rosa Branco
3. Christmas Greetings White
4. Slim Beige Golden
5. Christmas Greetings Gold
Wishlist
1. Small Flowers Pink
2. Slim Season Brown
3. Girls Star Lilac
4. High Light Black/Pink
5. Sunny Blush Rose
1. Metallics Silver
2. Rosa Branco
3. Christmas Greetings White
4. Slim Beige Golden
5. Christmas Greetings Gold
Wishlist
1. Small Flowers Pink
2. Slim Season Brown
3. Girls Star Lilac
4. High Light Black/Pink
5. Sunny Blush Rose
Mall-hopping / Ebay transactions / Krispy Kreme - All Flip Flops
Yesterday was my weekly trip to Baclaran, which gives me a perfect excuse to go somewhere afterwards. After visiting the Our Lady of Perpetual Help, I proceded to accomplish my other "missions" for the day:
1. Meet-up with an ebayer who won the bidding for my Havaianas Joy
The buyer was very nice. In fact, she was so nice that I can't help but assist her where to find stores that sells Havs. Enjoy the Havs, dear!
2. Ship my Havaianas Summer Brown to another winning bidder
This one went smoothly, even though I shipped the item long before I received payment from the winning bidder. I just got word that she already received the item. Whew!
On hindsight, I hope that all sellers and buyers should observe the rules of online auctions, particularly on ebay. It leaves a bad taste in the mouth when a seller or buyer does not comply with their end. I know, I've been there--on both sides unfortunately.
3. Find Krispy Kreme and All Flip-Flops store in the Fort
This one took a while. I had to walk through Bonifacio Global City, sort of like an enlarged Greenbelt 3 located adjacent of Market! Market!. After a wrong turn and endless walks, I finally found these stores like water in the desert. I love Krispy Kreme! Their glazed doughnuts are so divine! The All Flip-Flops store, although the biggest of all its branches, wasn't worth the trip if there are other stores that sell Havs.
I got home close to 9, just in time to watch Grey's Anatomy. It was all good.
1. Meet-up with an ebayer who won the bidding for my Havaianas Joy
The buyer was very nice. In fact, she was so nice that I can't help but assist her where to find stores that sells Havs. Enjoy the Havs, dear!
2. Ship my Havaianas Summer Brown to another winning bidder
This one went smoothly, even though I shipped the item long before I received payment from the winning bidder. I just got word that she already received the item. Whew!
On hindsight, I hope that all sellers and buyers should observe the rules of online auctions, particularly on ebay. It leaves a bad taste in the mouth when a seller or buyer does not comply with their end. I know, I've been there--on both sides unfortunately.
3. Find Krispy Kreme and All Flip-Flops store in the Fort
This one took a while. I had to walk through Bonifacio Global City, sort of like an enlarged Greenbelt 3 located adjacent of Market! Market!. After a wrong turn and endless walks, I finally found these stores like water in the desert. I love Krispy Kreme! Their glazed doughnuts are so divine! The All Flip-Flops store, although the biggest of all its branches, wasn't worth the trip if there are other stores that sell Havs.
I got home close to 9, just in time to watch Grey's Anatomy. It was all good.
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