This is my journal. Join me as I journey through my life's ups and downs. It may not always be good but I will try my best to look at the brighter side. God has a perfect plan and thy Will be done. ~ Chec
I seldom eat pasta in white sauce coz i easily get distaste. But i do love mushrooms. So the first time I went to Pancake House, I ordered for a Pasta Carbonara. And I loved it! One of my colleague said it's so easy to prepare. I was up to the challenge so I cooked this weekend for our merienda.
400g spaghetti, cooked al dente 200grams bacon bits 1 can sliced mushrooms 2 nestle All-purpose Cream 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 2 Tbsp. parmesan cheese, grated 2 cloves garlic, minced salt and pepper to taste
Procedure: 1. Cook bacon until done. Remove from pan and drain onto paper towel. 2. Saute garlic and mushrooms using 1 tbsp of bacon's oil. 3. Add all-purpose cream. Stir constantly until it thickens. (Tip: Just let it simmer till thick so that you won't need to add flour or cornstarch) 4. Add parsley and 3/4 of the cooked bacon. 5. Add salt and pepper to taste. (Tip: Sometimes I make it slightly salty coz the taste will even out when you add the pasta) 6. Turn off heat and toss in the cooked pasta. 7. Toss in 1 Tbsp of the grated parmesan cheese 8. Place in serving dish and top with remaining parmesan cheese and bacon.
I love tacos. I was once addicted to Super Tacos of Gourmet's Charbroiled Burger. We always had our one-hour merienda sessions and chikahan at Buencamino st. in Alabang. [When I'm still connected with GHC]. My colleagues already know what I will have... TACOS! sometimes i ordered two ehehehe [addict di ba]
Now, after years of Tacos free tummy, I discovered another place where i can have this yummy, mouth-watering, super delicious Tacos! At Pancake house! yey! [sorry ah ngayon ko lang sya na discover eh!] hahaha
Since my work schedule changed, I missed all soap operas on primetime especially Pinoy Big Brother [Melai and Jason]. But not anymore! I now have my new favorite! It's an early noon time show! It's Show Time! I am now addicted to it. Not only that i'm a fan of almost all the host there, It is really very entertaining! [Showtime starts my day and ends with Papa jack of Love radio. sila lang kasi ang sinusubaybayan ko kasi napapa hagikgik talaga nila ako hehehe]
Showtime is hosted by Vhong Navarro [one of my favorite actor/comedian], Sexy and pretty Anne Curtis [i love her outfit and her wit], Kuya Kim Atienza [i like him kasi andami nya trivia], band vocalists Teddy of Rocksteddy [i like him too kasi makulit sya sobra] and Jugs of Itchyworms [ndi ko sya una kilala, but i'm starting to like him na kasi i love his shades!]. And my super fave comic Vice Ganda as one of the jug-jey[judge] but he's unevictible. He's smart and very funny. I saw his MMK episode last year.
I love the part that they have to critique the contestants [as in super okray!]. And yung pinauso ni Vice Ganda na "Dahil dyan, may nag text!" hahaha! In terms of judging, very objective naman sila so it's fair. Mapa bata man or matanda, as long as maganda ang performance and enegy level patok ka sa pang ookray at sa madlang people. hahaha!
I know i'm an avid ShowTimer na talaga!
Sana tumagal pa ang airtime nila. and sana ndi magtagumpay ang mga katulad ni Osang na pampasira ng show! kumbakiet sila nasuspend ng MTRCB eh dahil sa kanya. [story] o well, sabi nga ni Vice sa kanyang facebook eh ndi nag tatagumpay ang may mga masamang intensyon.
When I learned about PhotoWorldManila.com, i was really excited to enroll for their Basic Photography Workshop. I believe they're much cheaper than the one i saw almost a year ago. As of this writing, it's only Php3,500 for 5 sessions. And they have sessions on weekends. I know this is the right time for me. I promise myself i will join after Andrea's party. Good thing, one of my colleague and her friend also wanted to join. So we registered online and pay thru bank deposit. And the weekend after that, we were in front of the class! weee!
Most of us are hobbyist and in IT. And all of us wanted to explore more about our cameras and how to use the settings manually. Also to meet new friends.
One also said, he was a bit offended by one facebook group [Ndi porket may DSLR ka Photographer ka na!] hehehe! ouch! well then, you'll see! we'll be professional photographer someday!
Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation, Inc., is located at Fort Santiago.
Honestly, I had my Cervical Cancer vaccine just because Mannix said so. Their company offered these three shots for a discounted price. I was too busy then to research about it. I just saw it on TV and my sister had it. So i guess, maybe i should get one too! [nakiuso kumbaga! hehehe] I got my 3rd shot last weekend.
Now that i am protected maybe i should know about it. hehehe!
Worldwide, cervical cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in women. So the cervical cancer vaccine (also called the Human Papillomavirus or HPV vaccine) protects against the virus that causes almost all cervical cancers.
HPV is a family of very common viruses that cause almost all cervical cancers, plus a variety of other problems like common warts, genital warts and plantar warts. HPV also causes cancers of the vulva, vagina, anus, and cancers of the head and neck. Women and men become infected with HPV types that cause cervical cancer through sexual intercourse and sexual contact. Most women will be exposed to HPV during their lifetime.
The vaccine is given in the arm or thigh 3 times—at the first visit, 2 months later and 4 months after that. The best protection is achieved after all 3 shots are given.
Please remember that the cervical cancer vaccine does not protect against other sexually transmitted infections. You must still make thoughtful and careful choices about sexual activity.
Remember also that vaccinated women still require regular Pap tests if they have been sexually active.
It's a warm friday afternoon and I need something to refresh. I always had a Frap but not this time. For a change, we went to 7-11 and had a big big big ounce [no! just 32 oz. which is the biggest one] of Slurpee. It popularized the term "brain freeze". A headache that almost last for 30 seconds. The cold temperature causes blood vessels to constrict and then experience extreme rebound dilation as they warm up again. A good feeling though! But don't worry! It is not believed to be dangerous.
Ok! I have completed my 14-day diet. So what now? Someone would ask me, have you checked on your vital stats? Did you lose weight? Are there any significant changes? I just said, No! I don't wanna check on my pounds or check my waist line. I don't want to disappoint my ego! hahaha! I know two weeks are not enough for me to lose that much. I don't know if it's just psychological but i felt lighter. I will reserve my enthusiasm for later!
For now, I plan to continue my no-rice diet. If our budget allows, we'll go for a south beach diet from The Sexy Chef!
I know excited ka sa birthday mo. We can see it in your face everytime we sing the birthday song to you as in super smile ka to the highest level! Ndi ka pa nga makatulog for how many days di ba. uyy! super excited suotin ang pretty dress! [ako din excited!!!]
Me and your Daddy wanted your 7th birthday to be memorable. Because this is a very special day for all of us. A thanksgiving to Papa Jesus as well 'coz you're still with us giving so much joy.
Many people say you look like your daddy! They didn't know we have so much in common. We love to sing. We sleep like a baby. We love books. We like patterns. We don't like water that much. We love pictures. We love to go malling! We love to eat and we both need a diet! [hehehe] Sometimes moody but we smile a lot! See?! Like mother like daughter.
Wish ko lang for you on your birthday, good health as always and sana tumubo na ang mga permanent teeth mo kasi masyado na maliliit ang mga milk teeth mo para sayo! ehehehe
Happy Happy Happy Birthday!!! We love you so much! muah muah muah!
We don't really know whom we will meet across the street or in some places. It's always a good thing to look your best at all time. You might run into your ultimate crush back in high school. Or your terror teacher in college. Or Papa Piolo buying coffee at Starbucks. Who knows? Expect the unexpected, right? This might be the last time they will see you after a long time. Would you like them to remember you in such unpleasant, graceless, haggard look?! I guess not!
Here are some few tips on how you can always look your best.
1. Take good care of your skin. Use moisturizer, skin toner and facial cleanser daily; and/or expoliant once a week to remove dead skin cells. Ask your dermatologist on what's best for your skin.
2. A woman's hair is her crowning glory so take good care of your hair. Look for a style that match your face type. You can look through any fashion magazines for ideas or ask your salon stylist. Use conditioner everyday to help you protect and manage your hair. You can also use hair treatment once a week to repair damaged hair. Me, I also use hair coat for protection from sun rays and dirts.
3. Always have a clean fingernails. Clear polish is better if you can't maintain atleast a weekly manicure and pedicure. Have a small nail file or nail clipper handy so you can repair broken nails when needed.
4. Always wear a perfume or a cologne or a good smelling lotions and hair sprays so you always smells fresh. Keep them handy.
5. Choose clothes that fits. Arrange your closet every six months, and set aside those that you don't wear anymore. Try different style but don't overdo it.
6. Always wear some type of jewelry that matches your outfit. An earring enhances your face glow. Buy some jewelry cleaner and soak your jewelry daily or every time you wear it to keep it clean and shinny.
7. Last but not the least, always wear a smile. You wouldn't know who might fall in love with your smile. It might also brighten someone else's bad day.
You're on the phone with your girlfriend, She's upset She's going off about something that you said She doesnt get your humour like I do
I'm in the room, its a typical Tuesday night I'm listening to the kind of music she doesnt like And she'll never know your story like I do
But she wears short skirts, I wear t-shirts She's cheer captain and I'm on the bleachers Dreaming bout the day when you wake up and find That what you're lookin for has been here the whole time
If you could see that I'm the one who understands you Been here all along so why can't you see? You belong with me You belong with me
Walkin the streets with you in your worn out jeans I cant help thinking this is how it ought to be Laughing on the park bench thinkin to myself Hey isnt this easy?
And you've got a smile that could light up this whole town I havent seen it in awhile, since she brought you down You say you find I know you better than that Hey, Whatcha doing with a girl like that?
She wears high heels, I wear sneakers She's cheer captain and I'm on the bleachers Dreaming bout the day when you wake up and find That what you're looking for has been here the whole time
If you could see that I'm the one who understands you Been here all along so why can't you see? You belong with me
Standin by, waiting at your back door All this time how could you not know that? You belong with me You belong with me
Oh I remember you driving to my house in the middle of the night I'm the one who makes you laugh when you know you're about to cry I know your favorite songs and you tell me about your dreams I think I know where you belong. I think I know it's with me.
Can't you see that I'm the one who understands you? Been here all along so why can't you see? You belong with me
Standing by or waiting at your back door All this time how could you not know that You belong with me You belong with me
Have you ever thought just maybe You belong with me You belong with me
January 1 (Fri) – New Year’s Day (five-day long weekend from December 30 to January 3) February 22 (Mon) – EDSA Revolution Anniversary April 1 (Thu) – Holy Thursday April 2 (Fri) – Good Friday (four-day long weekend from April 1 to 4) April 9 (Fri) – Araw ng Kagitingan (three-day long weekend from April 9 to 11) May 1 (Sat) – Labor Day June 14 (Mon) – Independence Day (three-day long weekend from June 12 to 14) August 23 (Mon) – Ninoy Aquino Day (three-day long weekend from August 21 to 23) August 30 (Mon) – National Heroes Day (three-day long weekend from August 28 to 30) September – Eid’l Fitr (to be announced, calculated September 10, possible three-day long weekend from September 10 to 12) November 1 (Mon) – All Saints Day (three-day long weekend from October 30 to November 1) November – Eid ‘l Adha (to be announced, calculated November 16) November 29 (Mon) – Bonifacio Day (three-day long weekend from November 27 to 29) December 24 (Fri) – Non-Working Holiday December 25 (Sat) – Christmas December 27 (Mon) – Rizal Day (four-day long weekend from December 24 to 27) December 31 (Fri) – Non-Working Holiday January 1 – (Sat) New Year’s Day (three-day long weekend from December 31 to January 2)
One of my new year's resolution this 2010 is to trim down some flabs and be physically fit. I'll start off with my diet and I'm taking up Nestle Fitnesse 14-Day Challenge!
Breakfast: Nestle Fitnesse Breakfast Cereals and Low Fat Milk Lunch: Sandwich with ham spread, Skyflakes & Apple Merienda: Apple Dinner: Nestle Fitnesse Breakfast Cereals and Low Fat Milk 1pc fried chicken [courtesy of Pam]
Along side with these meals, i also started some home workout routine every morning. [Glad we already bought 3lbs dumbells years ago! hihihi]
Exercise: Arm exercises with dumbells, stretching, situps
As i've said before, birthdays should be celebrated because this is a gift from our Creator. We should be thankful for this chance [not only to exist but] to contribute something on this world. So a birthday is a momentous occasion, to be commemorated. That's why I posted here list of dates to celebrate. [So i can plan when to have free meals! hahaha just kidding!]
January
16-Andrea
24-Lilybeth
28-Kuya Jon
28-Virginee
28-Pamela
31-Abie
February
02-Marienix
20-Ferdi
25-Jayee
26-Fiel
March
06-Charlie
11-CJ
13-Alex
16-Amor
28-Nelson
April
02-Irene
05-Mike N.
08-Cherie
11-Mannix
17-Vincent
May
03-Hya
20-Edlyn
23-Raquel
25-Mike P.
25-Eeya D.
29-Nonilon
31-Chito
June
07-Nino
09-Rhein 10-Chique
27-Rex
27-Nides
29-Cecile
July
01-Tita Precy
11-Ranie
13-Maggie
28-Chay
August
08-Louies
17-Jhen
17-Ailene
25-Marjorie
30-Denver
31-Mama
September
08-Mama Mary
17-Mama
17-Bea
22-Teetel
24-Mitzi
25-Eillen
October
04-Mark B.
06-Bhong
07-Roy
08-Lolo Restituto
16-Nysha
18-Papa
21-Aal
21-Kuya Ruel
30-Gie
November
05-Dennis D.
10-Arys
13-Raymond
16-Bheng
18-ArrJay
21-Jake
30-Rhea
December
02-Denise
03-Ed
07-Marco
10-Bhelle
14-May
15-Renie
18-Loida
21-Papa
25-Baby Jesus
27-Earl
29-Jared
I admit i am not a perfect citizen. Sometimes i break traffic rules.
I admit i am not a perfect employee. Sometimes i do non-work related during office hours.
i admit i am not a perfect friend. Whom you can call whenever you need me. There are other things to attend to.
i admit i am not a perfect daughter. Sometimes i cannot be there when you needed a companion. There's someone else who needs my company.
I admit i am not a perfect sister. Sometimes i hurt your feelings even if i don't mean to.
i admit i am not a perfect wife. I can't cook that well... but i do have specialties. i can't do the laundry all the time... 'coz my back aches. i can't clean the bathroom... 'coz i really can't!
i admit i am not a perfect mother. Sometimes i get so sleepy that i can't wait till you're asleep.
i admit i am not a perfect person, i commit mistakes most of the time.
But our Creator made an imperfect world for us to fill up each and every one's missing pieces. Can you fill up that missing piece in me, so we could be a perfect match? :-)
Positive: Very inquisitive, curious, and witty with leadership qualities. Monkeys are popular people.
Negative: Deceitful and self-absorbed. These individuals can be childish and drawn to mischief.
Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2010 for the Monkey: Plenty of ups and downs are in store for Monkeys in 2010, the Year of the Tiger. Although Monkeys do not generally fare well in a Tiger year, they do well in Yang years and with the Metal element. The bottom line is a year of dramatic ups and downs. Love relationships are likely to be on the challenging side. Monkeys often tempt fate, and this year is not the best year in which to push your luck. You may easily get caught in lies of your own making, so take the honest route and the high road.
http://hubpages.com It is essential for the monkey to not be overly emotional in 2010. You will find that not everything will go your way initially. While you might lose some close friends, you have to maintain mental stability to save the broken pieces of the relationship. However, 2010 will provide business opportunities for you. It is the year for you to take risks. Take the risks and you will be rewarded tremendously. Do not rest on your laurels and expect things to happen!
The Monkey, like the creature in the wild, is very innovative, seeks out solutions to problems and motivates others with its sociability but they can be seen as a cunning, deceptive and manipulative lot.
400g spaghetti, cooked al dente
