Street Dancing Traffic Cop

Meet Traffic Enforcer Noel Quilatan. Every morning on my way to the gym at The Fort, Taguig City, Noel is a sight to behold amidst the magnificent skyscrapers in the background. His cheery disposition lifts my spirits for the day and revs me up for my daily workout. You will find the Noel at the [...]

Filed under: Recovery Principles, Video Blogging

How to tell a Loved One to Stop Smoking

The first time I puffed a cigarette was when I was 18 years old in utter defiance of an ex-boyfriend who refused to leave me alone. Thinking he’d get turned off with my smoking, I blew smoke into his face. Unfortunately, that didn’t work. He continued to pursue me relentlessly until I met my husband. [...]

Filed under: Fitness & Health

Five secrets about me that you probably don’t know

Migs has been tagging me for this “Disclosure meme” since last week. It’s about time I blog about something..anything. I’ve been out of the loop lately because I’m brimming with joy over surprising turn of events. Happy News. It seems when I’m obsessed over these unusual twists , I get “manic” according to [...]

Filed under: Lifestyle

Hearts shoots up at the World Pyro Olympics 2007

Imagine eating grilled prawns or even Angus steak amidst sparkling heart-shaped fireworks. Just add wonderful company to that scenario. What a perfect night to watch the World Pyro Olympics between Germany and the United Kingdom. It’s my first time to witness such a grand display of color and lights. The event was even [...]

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How to Promote your blog: Personal Blogging Experience Part 1

I got invited as a resource person for the Digital Filipino’s Blogging and Social Networking Forum which was held at the swanky Microsoft office. My topic was Personal Blogging Experience. What great timing. Just a few days ago, an old office mate, Myrna Co dropped by to ask questions about blogging. You know, [...]

Filed under: Bloggers

The Death of a Child

Pyro died. Another child left too soon. I only found out today about Pyro’s death. I wished I had been there for his wake. For the past 11 months since I discovered Mec’s blog on her pain over Pyro’s illness, I longed for a miracle, hoping against hope that Pyro would make it. [...]

Filed under: Blogging

New Year Goals

My sister in San Francisco greeted me a Happy New Year then asked me “so what are your New Year goals?”. My goals are etched somewhere in the crevices of my brain but I hadn’t written it down in paper. I realize now that I needed to write down my goals, as an affirmation [...]

Filed under: Recovery Principles

Firecracker Blast Greet our New Year 2007

Happy New Year 2007. My ears are still ringing from the din of our neighbors merriment. The house across our home were filled with party revelers spewing firecrackers blast and fireworks display starting at 9:00 PM till midnight. It’s been a long time since I’ve inhaled so much toxic smoke considering the village we [...]

Filed under: Celebrations, Video Blogging