cool!

This is sooooo cool! I can now connect to the internet anytime, anywhere. I was able to pair by Moto V3x with my iBook and viola!!! I'm surfing and surfing and surfing! =)



This is so amazing!

Getting What You Want

I want to share this with you...


By Steve Brown, Overcoming Setbacks


"I saw another senseless thing under the sun: a man alone, without
son or brother, working endlessly, his greed never satisfied with
wealth ' For whom do I work and deprive myself of pleasure?' This,
too, is nonsense and mistaken investment." (Ecclesiastes 4:7-8)

GETTING WHAT YOU WANT

I was in a bookstore the other day and a clerk came up to me and
said, "Can I help you?"

"I don't know what I want," I answered. "But when I find it, I'll let
you know."

Most of us are like that. We're really not sure what we want. And
even if we stumbled onto what we thought it was, we would probably
find out that it wasn't what we wanted anyway.

The most unhappy person in the world is not someone who didn't get
what he or she wanted. The most unhappy person is the one who got
what he or she wanted and then found out that it wasn't as wonderful
as expected. The secret of a happy life is not to get what you want
but to live with what you've got. Most of us spend our lives
concentrating on what we don't have instead of thanking God for what
we do have . Then we wake up, our life is over, and we missed the
beauty of the present. You think about that.

What do you really want out of life? In your pursuit of it, are you
missing anything along the way? Could you even be missing greater
joys? Don' treat these questions flippantly. Your answers will reveal
a lot about what you hold most dear, and what your answers don't
include may tell you what you're missing in the process.

Is this pursuit really worth the process?


Shared by Joe Gatuslao
Bacolod City, Philippines

Shanghai Day 4 + Changi Shopping

Rolled up the bed before 5am and took a shower, I can't skip it I will have a long day today. I feel sooo drowsy and my head is in pain again. They say I look pale, maybe due to lack of sleep.

845am left Shanghai for Singapore. It was a 5hr. flight and I slept all the way! *hahaha*

It's 30mins before boarding. I thought I would be bored here waiting 3hrs for my flight to Manila but Changi never fails me. =)

I love their Charles and Keith shoes (local/Singaporean brand)! We have this also in Manila but have limited stocks and sizes only. That's why I always look forward on hoarding when I'm here in Changi. You're right, I got 5 pairs and sizes are just right for me. *wipee* They're very stylish and feet friendly no matter how high the heels are. To top that, they are very affordable! Some of the styles they have here never arrive Manila. I got a bonus---discount card! That suprises me. =)

Trivia: Nothing fits me in Ninewest and other brands =( I'm a frustrated shoe addict. That explains my being Bagaholic. (either you're a shoe or a bag addict and can even be both.)

Now, I'm in Transfer E for waiting to board and having this dilemma--- how can I hand carry all these stuffs??? (shoes + other stuffs I got from China airport) I'm by myself now, everyone left to go to their own countries.

I miss Manila and Xave, of course! I'm so excited to see him and pig out. *yummy* For the many times I've travelled, this is the first time I felt so home sick...I don't know why.

Gotta go...

Shanghai Day 3

I got out of bed a bit early, I don't want to rush. Had my breakfast at 730am and had some dumplings again. It was so good! =)

It was a rainy day today. I heard from CNN that Michael Schumacher retired and won't join this season. The news was just right in time because our itinerary for today is to go to Shanghai F1 International Race Circuit. I've been wanting to ride this F1 car. Unfornately, the Chinese government had this announcement that the Circuit will close starting today to start the construction for the event this month. Oh...too bad! =( We ended up karting instead.

Karting is not new to me. I've been karting with Xave many times --- Subic, Podium, the Fort. So, I'm used to it but still I had the ride twice! It was an indoor karting so it was a different experience for me. The first one was with the gals but it was like we were parading so I had my second turn with the guys and you won't believe this...I was better than them. *bwahahaha* They were all afraid of speed and they were all impressed.*ahem-ahem*

Lunch at Wang Pau He Restaurant, which has a more than 200 years of history in China. This resto was famous for its crab and well, i think up to now.

Then we immediately went to Athlene Massage Centre for a spa. It was a 3hr massage (whole body, face and reflexology) and it was the best I ever had! I dozed off while they were doing my back. It was awesome! =)

Huang Pu River was our next stop. We had a cruise and dinner. Our last was at the Plaza 66. They have the LV, Chanel, Fendi and Hermes to name a few. I checked out some bags I've been liking.

Fendi - the famous Spy bag! Whoooo! I looooove it and I almost gave in. It was so tempting and will definitely haunt me 'till I get it. *when, when, when...?*

Chanel- the quilted bag in whitish beige caught my attention. It was a small one maybe 3 or 4 times of my Jumbo 2.55 and sooo pricey for that size. I wouldn't think of buying it. Now, I realized that mine was a steal!!! *yipee, much justified!*

LV- i was surprised that it is extremely expensive here in Shanghai compared to Manila. They find it as a luxury and it is a most sought after brand here. That was how they explained it to me (the locals). We are lucky, it is much cheaper in Greenbelt 4.

Didn't had the chance to peak at Hermes and other shops. I need to pack for tomorrow's departure. We are leaving for Singapore again and our call time is 5am!

I better get going now and pack. I don't know how to make my things fit in my trunk. I better master the "art of packing light and tight". *wink*

Shanghai Day 2

Wake up call at 730am, had my morning shower and quick breakfast at the 3rd floor. Nothing extraordinary except for that dumpling with a very special sauce! *yummy*

The weather is quite nice. It was sunny but cool, what a nice day to start.

We all headed to Qi Pu Lu wholesale market for some shopping. Well, not that impressive. Stuffs I saw can be found in Manila as well. It's like our very own Greenhills tiange and Dongdaemon in Korea.

Fake bags are everywhere and very very cheap compared to Manila and Korea. A bag costs around 120RMB and that's around P875 to P1000 only! They also have some LV bags that were never released by LV. *hahaha* I wonder almost all locals carry one and I didn't see anybody carrying a geniune one.

I saw this Spy bag and it was so nicely done and indeed a knock off. Price was not available. They only sell on wholesale. Left the place with nothing on hand.

Lunch at Quan Ji De Restaurant. So-so for me but they say it is one of the nicest resto here. Chinese cruisine is very diverse!

We looked around some shops in Huaihai. Went to Mango (more expensive here), Sephora (a few brands only and no BENEFIT and LORAC but was able to grab some stuffs), Marc Jacobs (OMG!!! I saw the Veruka bags but the price is two times higher and I'm still thinking twice. This is hard to find now...hmmm...Goyard or Veruka?

Went to this "Little Venice in China" and I forgot the name of the place. It was an almost 2hrs of travel and a historical place (I think). I saw the former house of Mr. Shen. He was the richest man during Ming Dynasty and even richer than the emperor. I better get his complete name tomorrow. It's so difficult to remember. Anyways, he has a very big house and I took pictures of it (see my multiply account soon...) very...shall I say, exotic? *wink*

From time to time it is healthy to travel. You get to learn a lot of things and I'm beginning to love it! Culture of each country is very interesting. Now, I regret taking my History classes for granted. *hihihi*

Dinner at Yunhai Restaurant . This is the same resto where the APEC delegates were hosted for meals. It was an unforgettable dinner for me. Totally opposite of last night's dinner. They served us exotic foods --- duck's heart, feet, wings, intestines, goose's liver, eel, the whole duck with the head sticking out *yuck* and the reason why I lost my apetite and almost puked...TURTLE!!! I was a whole turtle and the head was so proud. It was really kadiri!!! I got sick and my head ached. I wanna walk out the table but of course "table manners" was shouting loud so I stayed. I just had water and orange juice for dinner. =(

Back to the hotel and now I'm blogging! Can't wait to upload all my photos in my multiply account. I want you guys to see the TURTLE *bwahahaha* you have to see it to believe it!

I need a shut eye.

Shanghai Day 1

Landed China via SIA at around 7am today and I skipped the meal at the plane for sleep. I was so hard to sleep sitting down. Badger saved my day!

We catched the Maglev Train for a speedy ride to Shanghai and it was 430km/hr! Whoooo! It took us less that 7mins to arrived Shanghai compared to almost an hour if we take the coaster.

We went to Chenghuang Temple for a warm breakfast. I'm not so much of a Chinese food fanatic and I feel I will be losing some of my weight which is an advantage for me *diet?*. Yeah, I need to. After gaining much weight while taking the pill to correct my hormonal imbalance and after I quit smoking unnecessary pounds must be gone---FAST!*hahaha*

We spent the rest of the morning in Yuyuan and walked around Chenghuang Temple for some shopping of local produce. I bought some stuffs for my friends--- cutie purses for the gals and nothing yet for the guys. I still have to search some more...

Around 1030am my legs were in pain maybe because of too much walking. It was drizzling and I happen to bumped on Michael, an Aussie and decided to take a cup of coffee in Starbucks. It was 25RMB for a tall Cafe Mocha and that makes 175 pesos (more than USD3). A bit pricey compared to Manila. Not bad at all + a seat! =) I was tired and sleepy, a good seat will make me stretch my patience because I had to wait for almost 2 hrs. for others.

Lunch at the Lu Bo Lang Restaurant again, Chinese food. Hmm...I don't find it special, really! I've been wanting to see my room and sleep. That is my goal today.

Finally, after hours of waiting...We checked in in Hotel Salvo and I dozed off!

530pm, my room phone rang and it was a wake up call! OMG!!! I had no time to freshen up, immediately checked the mirror and went down for dinner at Ba Guo Bu Yi Restaurant. I loooooooove it! =) Proceeded to ERA for the Acrobatic show and it is a must-see, very impressive!

Now I'm back to the hotel and I'm happy I have my own computer in my room with unlimited broadband for FREE! That's what you call LUCK. *wink*

Got to go, I need a quick hot shower and a very sound sleep. Good night!

P.S. Pictures to follow in my Multiply account.

P.P.S. I forgot my camera charger! What a @#$%%! =(

Touched Singapore and Off to Shanghai

Arrived Changi Airport Singapore at almost 12noon today, had lunch at Crystal Jade Resto and the guide toured us around Little India, Chinatown and Sultan St. Then, we proceeded to St. Pierre Restaurant for a very exquisite dinner and awarding. Finished at around 10pm.

Now, it's 12:20am and I'm here in Changi Airport again (for the 2nd time today). This time leaving for Shanghai.

It was a long day. Had my shower at the lounge. Checked some shops and got this very nice Neutrogena Hand Lotion (not available in Phils.)and saw this free internet in a corner and thought of blogging.

I'm now heading to gate F41 and leaving for Shanghai, China. Never been there and I'm looking forward to this experience. First time to have this "pleasure trip"! Woo-hoo! Wish I'm with Xave though...

I wished I had my ibook with me...

06.26.06

“I work to live and NOT live to work”. This is my mantra. If I feel stressed, I slow down a bit. I want things to be at my own pacing and to take things easy.

Working for this company, means I have to embrace all the pressure that comes with it. Yes, I can do that! I can even give my more than 100% at work. Provided…(and let me repeat that) provided they give what is due for me. Everything should be 2-way.

I’m no hero. Maybe 5 years ago, I was. I was working to get experience. But now, (come on let’s get REAL!) I’m working to earn and prepare for my future. Not only for me but also for my future family.

I feel we are almost there…nobody wants to talk about details because of surety issues or maybe some “fears of the unknown”. Well, personally that is my feeling! Sheeesh! I don’t know how to overcome this. Can someone help me? (I wish...)

Marrying the Right Person

EVERY relationship has a cycle. In the beginning, you fell in love with your spouse. You anticipated their call, wanted their touch, and liked their idiosyncrasies. Falling in love with your spouse wasn’t hard. In fact, it was a completely natural and spontaneous experience. You didn’t have to DO anything. That’s why it’s called “falling” in love…because it’s happening TO YOU.

People in love sometimes say, “I was swept of my feet.” Think about the imagery of that expression. It implies that you were just standing there; doing nothing, and then something came along and happened TO YOU.

Falling in love is easy. It’s a passive and spontaneous experience.

But after a few years of marriage, the euphoria of love fades. It’s the natural cycle of EVERY relationship. Slowly but surely, phone calls become a bother (if they come at all), touch is not always welcome (when it happens), and your spouse’s idiosyncrasies, instead of being cute, drive you nuts.

The symptoms of this stage vary with every relationship, but if you think about your marriage, you will notice a dramatic difference between the initial stage when you were in love and a much duller or even angry subsequent stage.

At this point, you and/or your spouse might start asking, “Did I marry the right person?” And as you and your spouse reflect on the euphoria of the love you once had, you may begin to desire that experience with someone else. This is when marriages breakdown. People blame their spouse for their unhappiness and look outside their marriage for fulfillment. Extramarital fulfillment comes in all shapes and sizes. Infidelity is the most obvious. But sometimes people turn to work, church, a hobby, a friendship, excessive TV, or abusive substances.

But the answer to this dilemma does NOT lie outside your marriage. It lies within it.

I’m not saying that you couldn’t fall in love with someone else. You could. And TEMPORARILY you’d feel better. But you’d be in the same situation a few years later. Because (listen carefully to this):

THE KEY TO SUCCEEDING IN MARRIAGE IS NOT FINDING THE RIGHT PERSON; IT’S LEARNING TO LOVE THE PERSON YOU FOUND.

SUSTAINING love is not a passive or spontaneous experience. It’ll NEVER just happen to you. You can’t “find” LASTING love. You have to “make” it day in and day out. That’s why we have the expression “the labor of love”. Because it takes time, effort, and energy. And most importantly, it takes WISDOM. You have to know WHAT TO DO to make your marriage work.

Make no mistake about it. Love is NOT a mystery. There are specific things you can do (with or without your spouse) to succeed with your marriage. Just as there are physical laws of the universe (such as gravity), there are also laws for relationships. Just as the right diet and exercise program makes you physically stronger, certain habits in your relationship WILL make your marriage stronger. It’s a direct cause and effect. If you know and apply the laws, the results are predictable…you can “make” love.

LOVE IN MARRIAGE IS INDEED A “DECISION”…NOT JUST A FEELING.

The NEW me...errr...The BETTER me

It’s been long since my last blah-blah here. Well, there’s much updating we need to do. Let’s start.


1. I’m back to reading

I’m currently reading this “The 10 Women You’ll be Before You’re 35”. It’s hilarious and yet inspirational. It’s a good book for me and for you guys as well. Must-read!


2. I’ve quit smoking!

Yes, you’ve read it right and clear. It’s about time to remove all the toxins in my body. This time, it’s for REAL. Stress is part of my everyday life. SPICE, that’s what I want to call it but still, I can do away with cigs. I’m so proud of myself. *applause* I admire my self-control and I’m also surprised I’m not tempted at all. I don’t miss and look for it anymore. I’m happy I was able to kick the habit. FINALLY!

Had my business trip in Kuala Lumpur and stayed in Hotel Hilton. I was startled when I asked for a NON-SMOKING room! Muwahaha! This is my first trip without any cigs in my trunk.

3. I’m into Bikram Yoga

Hahaha! Some of you might think what’s with me…Am I insane? I’m completely NORMAL! After quitting smoking, now here comes yoga. I can see those smiles on your faces and big round eyes with mouth-opened reactions. I’m serious; I want to be fit and healthy. Not just for me, but for my future family.

It’s about time to think for long-term plans, dear!

4. Party Girl NO MORE

Coffee or a couple of drinks after dinner is better to keep in touch with friends. I find it very relaxing.

5. SPA

I’m a relaxation (read: in any form) addict! I feel I deserve it. With a very fast-paced life I have now, I ought to slow down a bit and breathe. Time flies so fast and I don’t wanna miss life.

6. Save, Save, Save

I’m trying! It’s hard but there’s an effort.

7. All Positive

As much as possible, I want to fill my mind with nicer and finer things in life. Incase life turns not as expected, I stop a bit to breathe, pray, go on and fight. Life is a never-ending battle. Success is not measured on how long you are on top but on how determined you are to get up from failures or mistakes in life. Bottomline, you learn then, share your experiences to others whether good or bad.

If things work out more than you expected, learn how to pay it forward.

CHANGE cannot be dictated or forced by anybody. Be it your dad, mom, BF, friends, doctor, etc. it will never work. Errr…maybe it will, but only temporary because you are just trying to please someone.

CHANGE should start from within. If you embrace change, everything will fall into place more than you expect. To change for the better is a personal decision.

I always want to be a better person. I don’t want to be afraid of change. I don’t want to be anxious of leaving my comfort zone. Because I want to better improve my personality and grow more.

The main title of this blog says it all: Carpe Diem! I want to experience life as much as I can. I don’t want to miss life. I want to share my life to people. I want to touch people’s life in the simplest way I can.

I guess that’ s life all about. Touching people’s lives.