Every now and then, my husband and I would talk about retirement and we'd try to visualize where we'd be when we are much older. I sometimes dream of moving to an easy-to-maintain condo unit where he and I, and our son with special needs, would live. By then, our three other sons would probably have jobs, houses, and families...
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
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I don't like Math. In fact, that's one thing many communications students and graduates joke about -- we took courses that have as few Math subjects as possible :)
Several wise educators I've interviewed over the years usually say kids start to hate Math because of the way it was taught to them. Looking back, I think...
Friday, February 25, 2011
There’s something about educational toys that challenges even kids-at-heart. This was proven during the Rubbabu launch last February 19 at California Pizza Kitchen in Glorietta. Attendees (including myself) had fun joining the very stimulating games that the organizers prepared. We got to personally test just how safe,...
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Parents and teachers, check out this new educational CD from Gary Granada that will help your kids learn to love math :)
Press Release:
Award-winning songwriter and composer Gary Granada has come up with the “project of his life”—the hip and fun CD “Teacher Kiel’s Arithmetic Songs for Kids Zero to Ten.”
The CD is a...
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
For many people, nothing can make them forget the pressures of a busy day than a truly indulgent dessert. Make your break time more rewarding by savoring the newest Jollibee Sundae variant: the Choco Crumble Sundae.
This scrumptious dessert comes with five toppings: delectable coffee syrup, yummy peanut butter syrup,...
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Read more about Domino's delivery service and see shots of their mouth-watering product offerings as well as a backgrounder of the company here.
Press Release:
Last February 10, Domino’s Pizza Philippines held its formal ribbon-cutting ceremony (at the Marvin Plaza branch), led by Makati Mayor Junjun Binay, Agricultural...
Monday, February 21, 2011
Those of you who are looking to finance the purchase of a car this year may want to avail of BPI Family Auto Loan's newest promo.
Press Release:
As a way to give better value to its clients, BPI Family Auto Loans, the industry leader in auto loans, introduces another first in the country by offering FREE AVT Global Positioning...
Sunday, February 20, 2011
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Feb
Calling all art aficionados! Troop down to UP Diliman starting Feb 22 until March 15 and visit this very interesting exhibit.
Press Release:
The University of the Philippines Vargas Museum will open Topak, all in the mind on 22 February 2011, Tuesday, 4 in the afternoon at the Basement of the Vargas. Participating artists...
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Sorry for the late heads up but I only got wind of this yesterday. I hope avid Yellowcard fans would still have time to catch their favorite band while the group is still in Manila.
L-R: Sean Mackin, Ryan Mendez, Ryan Key, Longineu Parsons III, Sean O'Donnell
Press Release:
Manila, get ready for a rocktastic explosion...
I collect (and read, of course!) Amy Tan's books. The Joy Luck Club was my first Tan novel. I bought it many years ago because I enjoyed watching the movie version and wanted to see how much was changed in the screenplay. There were differences but the main theme remained, the complex, and yet intimate, relationship between...
Thursday, February 17, 2011
It feels a bit weird that I got to watch the press screenings of two movies two nights in a row that both had me guessing almost all throughout the story.They have uncannily similar themes: men who had their lives taken from them and which they have to fight for to get back.
First is Unknown, starring Liam Neeson as Dr....
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Just saw the latest BPI promo at their website. I'm glad they're continuing to offer credit and debit card users this kind of rewards program.
Promo period is from February 8, 2011 to May 7, 2011. Redemption period is until July 6, 2011.
To qualify, cardholder should use his BPI Express Credit card or BPI Express Teller...
Monday, February 14, 2011
This post is specially dedicated to parents who would like to know more about the toys their kids are asking them to buy from Jollibee :)
Press Release:
Find your anime favorites in every Jollibee Kids Meal!
A world of fun, magic and excitement can easily be within every kid’s reach with the coolest new toys that come...
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Happy Valentines Day everyone! Here's wishing all the readers of this blog a wonderful and love-filled week of hearts. Spend precious moments with a loved one, not necessary a spouse or partner (if you don't have one yet), and treat him/her to these two mouth-watering sweets that are easy to make and won't have you worrying...
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Need ideas how to spend Valentines with your spouse even if you have to bring the kids along?
Image borrowed from www.zazzle.com
It took years before my husband and I could go on a Valentine’s date by ourselves again. With four kids and no maid, we would often end up going out with the whole family or not at all.
Thankfully,...
Friday, February 11, 2011
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Feb
What will you do if you get trapped in a place where there seems to be no hope of being rescued?
127 Hours is the true story of how mountain climber Aron Ralston saved himself after a huge boulder fell on his arm and kept him from leaving an isolated canyon in Utah.
This movie elicited several reactions from me: admiration,...
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Last week, I watched Dulaang UP's Orosman at Zafira at SM Mall of Asia's Centerstage. It's a wonderful play based on one of Francisco Baltazar's (a.k.a. Balagtas) works. My fellow writers and I thoroughly felt the energy and enthusiasm of the cast to share their craft with members of the audience.
Remaining playdates...
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Last October, Jollibee unveiled nine young ambassadors via a photo exhibit. This month, six of these young people once again take the spotlight in the new Yum TV commercial. Don't you just love those wonderful, vibrant colors?! :)
Press Release:
Today’s youth know how to live life to the fullest and have fun, even...
Tuesday, February 08, 2011
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Feb
I often hear people say that they would like to have a business but they don't have the capital needed to start one. Here's good news to all of you who are looking to go into franchising but need money to get the ball rolling.
Press Release:
As one of the top business trends in 2010, franchising stands as a premium investment...
Monday, February 07, 2011
“I speak the truth, not so much as I would, but as much as I dare; and I dare a little more, as I grow older.” – Michel de Montaigne
I encountered the above passage in Barbara Taylor Bradford’s novel entitled Hold the Dream. The quote made quite an impact on me because I immediately understood where Montaigne was...
07
Feb
Watched TANGLED yet? Please do!
One of the first children's books I've ever owned was a Ladybird book about Rapunzel. I remember reading it over and over because I was so fascinated with the notion of a girl with hair long enough to span the height of a tall tower.
When the Barbie movie Rapunzel came out, I was very...
07
Feb
FYI avid movie-goers! Black Swan will be having sneak previews set this February 14 and 15!
Press Release:
Black Swan gives Valentine’s Day a different color as it unveils in Philippine cinemas for a two-day sneak preview on Feb. 14 and 15 – Metro Manila, Cebu, Bohol, Baguio, Pampanga, Cagayan, Angeles, Davao, Iloilo...
Saturday, February 05, 2011
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Hey guys and gals, in case you're not aware of it yet, Andrea Corr is said to be coming up with a new album this year! And as a teaser, her official website is giving away a free mp3 download of No. 9 Dream if you sign up at her official website...
Friday, February 04, 2011
If you’re like me who has to be in front of the computer a good part of the day, (that is, if I’m not out covering media events, doing household chores and errands, or catching up on much needed sleep) chances are, you also try to accomplish as many tasks as possible while online.
For instance, I seldom call my bank’s...
Join this cool, yummy contest and win a Jollibee family/barkada feast! All you have to do is sign-up!
Promo Mechanics
1. To join, simply log on to www.jollibeedelivery.com from January 30 to February 28, 2011 and open or register a new customer account. Once registered, customer is automatically included in Jollibee’s...
Thursday, February 03, 2011
I appreciate good designs and those include decorations on top of cakes. I am not that good in baking although I can whip up simple recipes like banana cakes, fruit cakes, and muffins.
What I haven't attempted doing is making my cakes look sensational with the help of beautiful candied flowers and colorful icing. I don't...
Wednesday, February 02, 2011
I have watched RENT for the first time in February 2010 and again last December. I don't think I'll ever tire of hearing the great songs and be reminded that there's "no day but today" to do the things we want or need to do before they're too late.
Last Monday, 9 Works Theatrical introduced the cast of RENT 2011. They...
