Chicago Popcorn

I'm currently addicted to Chicago Popcorn.

We were at MOA last Saturday and we accidentally chanced upon the store. I asked T if we could go inside and have a taste of their popcorn as I have read somewhere that they have really good popcorn.
As we entered the store, the attendant informed us that they don't use any powdered flavoring for their popcorn and that if you buy a tin canned one, it can last for as long as one week. She gave us a sample and asked us to try the caramel one first (it was soooo good!) afterwhich the cheese flavored popcorn (really good too!) and just asked us to eat both and i knew I had to just buy.


We bought a Tin can to bring home and then we were informed that if we go back we can refill our tin can for only Php220. I know I will be back for more popcorn.

If you happen to be in the area, you might want to try some Chicago popcorn. Order the Chicago mix and Im pretty sure you won't regret it. The store is near Science Discovery Center and the Team Manila shop.

IELTS

My cousin is due to take the exam next month and is already going bonkers with the review. She is most worried with the speaking part as she is suffering from speech anxiety. She has had this since college and right now she really has to overcome this if she wants to pass the IELTS exam. She underwent theraphy already but was advised by someone of pills that could help her. She will start the medication next week after tests are done and hopefully all will be well by the time she takes the exam.

Vacation is over

After 2 weeks of vacation, today is back to reality. I was not looking forward to waking up today. My mind, body and heart is elsewhere and it would take a few more days for me to get used to my everyday not being with the only person I want to be with. It sucks to be apart but this is life for now. We have so many wonderful things to look forward to and we just have to be strong and just taking it one day at a time.

I've atleast managed to organize the room. For the past 2 weeks, our stuff has just been everywhere. I still have the cabinets to organize but that could wait till tomorrow morning.

I have to write a to do list just to get myself back on track. I have to put the ping pong tables I need to check out for my uncle's house. He has been asking for that one for weeks now. Other than that list I have to go back to studying (this is what i dread the most).

I know that the next six months would be a breeze. I just have to keep myself busy.

Tagaytay

I'm off to Tagaytay in a few hours for some RnR. I have been to Cebu, Boracay and Subic the past week and it has been tiring and I need another day of vacation. For this overnight trip, I have no plans of doing anything other than eating and resting and sleeping. I have check the televisions in the hotel we are staying at and can I just say I'm pretty impressed with the entertainment system available in the hotel. Pure relaxation it is.

Pictures and entries when I get back.

Rollasoles

I remember the time when I was still working in a bank, I always had an extra pair of sandal's or flats in the office as you wouldn't know on where you'ld end up going after work. I'm lucky if I get to come from the office before going out with friends because we sometimes decide to not go back to the office anymore and Im left to wearing my heels the entire evening.

Rollasoles is what every working girl who has to go to work in heels need. Just truly heaven sent not only is it very hands as you just roll it and put it in your bag, its also affordable. I even saw a picture of a vendo machine selling Rollasole.

Im glad I no longer need to wear heels everyday and Im a flipflop convert but there is just something about ballet flats that I love and I want to have a pair of rollasole.
Im still undecided if I buy one online and just have it shipped here in Manila or since my boss is in London, I could just buy one online and have it delivered to his apartment. But then again, if I send it to him I'ld have to wait till November to get my rollasole. So yeah, Im better off on having them delivered in Manila.

Look!

Bindi's first ever print ad. She was just about 2 month old during the shoot. Still a tiny little baby. With her on the picture is her Chachi Mica.
Here are more recent picture of Bindi.

Totally adorable that is why she's everybody favorite. I just hope she doesn't grow-up as a brat, teehee.

Father's Day

It was one busy day for us. We as usual started the day by attending service and then we went back to the house to pick up my sister. The night before I had been reading food blogs to check out any new restaurants for father's day lunch. I have been hearing good raves about Bigby's in Megamall and my friend who's from CDO has recommended it too, we decided to try it. It was also a good decision to go there as we had to meet with the auto insurance agent as it was almost time to renew the insurance.

Food was good nothing really to rave about. It took time before we got a table but that's understandable since it was father's day and we didn't have any reservations. I would probably come back to try out the other food they have.

After doing a few shopping, we then headed to Serendra/BHS to meet up with the rest of the Tuano clan. We originally thought of meeting up at rockwell first and then go to BHS but then at the last minute the plans changed and we just all headed to BHS. When we got there, it was still too early for dinner so we just went around from one store to another. My sister then mentioned of an ongoing sale at the 3/F of the Dimensione building. The cousins decided to "check it out" with no intentions of buying but the sale was just to hard to resist.

After more than an hour of shopping we went to MarketMarket for dinner. Dinner was at Trellis and we were lucky it was not that hard to get a table and food was good.
It was a fun afternoon and evening again with the family.

UP

I'm not a big fan of cartoons but tremendously enjoyed the movie UP. The movie was funny, heartwarming and simply entertaining. Russel (the fat kid) was super cute. He sounded and reminded me of the boy in the movie "The Kid".

Watching the movie made me miss Wowo, my maternal grandfather. My faternal grandfather died when I was 3 so I don't really have much memories of him. Growing up, I'ld often see Wowo especially when he goes to Manila for meetings or when I'ld go to Bacolod for vacations. I had fun vacations then. Wowo would bring us to work, golf club, or would just bring us around. I remember that one time he brought me with him when he met up with a rare coin dealer as he was trying to have a part of his collection sold. He wanted to get new golf clubs and it was just way to expensive and he thought of selling a few of his coins. It took time before he found a dealer he liked and trusted.

The movie is a must see one. Bring tissue too as some parts might bring you to tears.

Walking Wings

First time I saw Walking Wings was at the new Eastwood Mall. I immediately thought it would be a perfect gift for my niece Bindi since she's starting to learn how to walk already and it could get pretty tiring assisting her.
A week after, we went back to Eastwood and this time with Bindi. I wanted to have her try the walking wings but she ended up crying. I think it was because she didn't know the sales attendant. A good friend recently bought one for her niece and her niece loves it. I saw Nikki's pictures also with her little Dwayne wearing one. Both have good feedbacks about it and I have read a few reviews online and all were good.
Now I'm really decided on getting one for Bindi as an early birthday gift. Just thinking of either getting it in the US (cheaper there I think) or just buying the one at Eastwood.

Melissa Shoes

It was a good idea that I didn't go to the MYOH as if I went there, I would definitely have no reason to buy any one of these. Im just undecided on what to get. I like all but would have to just get one. I really like the Love Fu design but can't seem to decide on what color to get. Im thinking white since it would match everything but i love the pink and the gold one too. Im liking Sin II not only because of the style but alos because it's Php1,000 cheaper than the Love Fu design.
Love Li is truly LOVELY! I tried this one already when we went to Shangri-la and it was really comfortable.
They have a really cute gladiator sandals too....Mystery.
This cute Campana bag matches my shoes!

With all the nice stuff, I don't know what to buy. I have been going back to the website and Im still undecided on what to get. If I only had the budget, I'ld buy all. teehee!

SSS

Working from home for a company that is not based in the Philippines has it's disadvantages but I believe the advantages compensates for whatever the disadvantages are.

Just got an email from a staff in the US who needs to file for a social security disability. Our US staff members are pretty lucky as we got Allsup who does the representation for us. All I had to do was forward the request to Allsup and they do all the work. They have been in the business since 1984 and that's one of the main reasons we decided to hook up with them. For one, they have a 98% success rate. That speaks a lot for a company.

I could only wish that they have a branch here in the Philippines to help us with all our claims. Such a hassel to deal with SSS. Not only with SSS really but with almost all government agencies. Too much red tape. If Allsup was only a local company, all I'ld need to do is to forward all the requests and just have them process everything. That's such a convenience. But right now, all I could do is wish.

So Lazy

That's me! I have been so lazy the past few days. I have not been doing anything productive at all. I have tried to do some readings, but I feel like I'm just reading for the sake of it but not learning or remembering anything at all.

I guess my laziness was brought about by all the stress I had last week. I had to work more than my working hours as I was trying to find an apartment in London for my boss. It was difficult as his requirements for an apartment and the budget he has was a no match. London is bloody expensive (teehee)! Other than that, I was trying to arranging all the documents needed by his wife for her Schengen visa. I had to prepare the Itinerary, Airline and Hotel Bookings. From scratch, I had to come up with a her 12 week Itinerary in Paris, Spain, Germany & Rome. Thank God she was given a visa. All the hard work paid off.

My boss has just arrived in London and that has given me a lot of free time as they are still settling down and adjusting to the weather and the time difference. I should have used the time to study. I tried and still trying. Hopefully I get my groove back when it comes to studying. I must as I have a schedule for the exam already. Maybe after my short vacation I'ld be more motivated to study.

Father's Day

I'm so confused as to when father's day is. mother's day is celebrated every second Sunday of May and all the while I thought father's day is celebrated every second Sunday of June but looks like it's not. My sister said that father's day is June 21, her source of this information is the banners at SM.

I guess it works to my advantage as I still don't have an idea as to what I should give my dad. It's common practice that we dine out every father's day but I'm still clueless as to what gift to give.

My dad is into golf so I'm thinking of a gift that's related to his sports. I was originally thinking of getting him a cabinet for all his golf trophies. I've been wanting to arrange his trophies (he got them from all the tournaments he joined in Saudii) as they are everywhere. In the living room, computer room, and their bedroom. Then again, Im thinking I could get him a portable putting green.

I have a week to decide, so will see.

Threadless & Teekals

I was just surfing a few nights back, trying to look for hotels in London for my boss and to my surprise I ended up at the Threadless website. I love their shirts and I was so happy as they were on sale. I got myself some $5.00 shirts! I would have gotten more but some of the designs I liked were no longer available in my size. If I had just found the diet pill that works, I could have ended up getting more shirts since I could buy shirts at extra small. Nonetheless, Im happy with my purchases.

This shirt is so funny!

A common scenario in Metro Manila streetsCute!

Here is one more online purchase I made last week. Bought this from teekals, a local seller in multiply. Their shirts are funny and affordable.

Love it!

Blessed!

I truly am blessed and I can't be more thankful of how good God has been and He always is. Im not saying my life is perfect, because it is far from being one but knowing that I am surrounded by people who love me most and I have someone who makes me smile all day is more than enough to just look forward to the future with excitement and a smile.

Wowowee Saturday

Went to Shangri-La Mall with the cousin's last saturday and look at who we saw shopping...


Bentong took our picture with Willie so I told my cousins to pose with Bentong after. Willie was cool with us having our pictures taken with him. Was he nice? yeah, he was. Im still an Eat Bulaga fan though.

It's a Funhotsummer

My cousin Mica had a hosting gig last Sunday at SM Annex and we tagged along. It was an event for Sunsilk and their guest was Gerald Anderson. This is actually a series of events to be held at all SM malls. Ther first one was at SM Megamall with Jericho Rosales as guest. Next I heard is going to be probably with DingDong Dantes.

It was a fun time with the family and the cousins. Of course, cute Bindi was there too and I had a great time playing with her. She had the time of her life looking at the different colored light bulbs by the stage.

Ricky Hatton is Bisaya

This is just sooo funny!

Im watching the Pacquiao-Hatton match with my dad and uncle as usual. Im thinking Pacquiao might win but i also would want for Hatton to win. I heard that the Pacquiao team had personalized logo water bottles made for the match. That's going to be interesting to see. I wonder if manny's mom is going to watch the game live. It would be amusing to watch her.

Long Weekend

Another long weekend, but not for me who works for a company that follow's Australian holiday. I don't really mind working tomorrow though as I'ld only have to work 4 hours and then Im off to start my weekend. We are meeting up with relatives from my dad's side who are in the country right now for vacation. My cousin's and I are also planning to go swimming on saturday. Nothing definite yet but if this does not push through, that gives me time to look for the home alarm system my Aunt in Bacolod wants me to buy for her.

Enjoy the long weekend and don't let the rains stop you from doing whatever you have planned for this weekend.

I Knew It....

I knew that Matt was to be eliminated today. He should have been eliminated weeks ago, but thanks to the judges save--he was given 2 more weeks. The shocker today was that Adam was part of the bottom 3 and was even in the bottom 2. My analysis is that the Anoop votes got split between Gokey and Chris. Adam style is different...different in a good way. The `Lil votes all went to Allison, that's why she was immediately on the safe side with Gokey. If it was Adam who was voted out this week, portable AED's would have been put to good use as it would have been a real shocker to Adam fans.

Next week would surely be exciting. With only 4 contestants left, the competition is getting exciting. Of the four, it's only Gokey who has not been part of the bottom group. Really shows he has a very good chance of winning the competition especially if it's not going to be a Danny-Adam finals. 3 weeks left to the Finale!

A-B-C-D-E

THE LETTER 'A'
1. Are you angry?
:: no, no reason to be one right now.

2. What is your Age?
:: big 3-0!

THE LETTER 'B'
4. Do you live in a Big house?
:: nope.

5. When is your Birthday?
:: January 20

THE LETTER 'C'
6. What's your favorite Chocolate/s?
:: Three Musketeers, Andes Mint, Chocnut :)

-THE LETTER 'D'
7. Do you Daydream?
:: yup!

8. What's your favorite kind of Dog?
:: none...im scared of dogs.

9. What Day of the week is it?
:: Thursday

THE LETTER 'E'
10. Have you ever been in the Emergency room?
:: yup. could get pretty boring in there. Good thing they had TV with tv stands as it kept everyone entertained while waiting.

11. Did you have a crush that starts w/ letter E?
:: none

shopping

it's raining outside and i want to go shopping. weird! i think im just thinking of a reason to go to Trinoma and eat some red mango and krispy kreme. but im not giving in to temptation. im staying home today and will study after work. i have to remind myself that to study is top priority. maybe i can get some shopping done online and get the Dansko sandals i have been thinking of buying for my mom.

don't you just love the weather?