Just for Laugh

I know this is an old joke, pero pramis tawa ako ng tawa dito! hahaha! naimagine ko kasi hitsura nung driver! hahaha!

Passenger taps taxi driver's shoulder:
Nyahhh!!! Sigaw ng driver.
PASSENGER: Bakit ka sumigaw?
Driver: Sorry boss, bago lang kasi ako sa taxi.
25 years kasi akong driver ng punerarya.

hahaha!

Typhoon Ondoy's Wrath

Major cities in Metro Manila were already declared under state of calamity due to severe flooding in most areas. And there was a rising number of casualties as of this moment. [here] Number coding were also lifted for a week to give way to those who need to attend to their families who were affected by the typhoon and for government authorities to repairs roads. [here]

We're one of the fortunate people who were spared from the Typhoon Ondoy's tragedy. We stayed at home, safe and sound. And we are very thankful for that.

It was raining since friday night. I was in Ortigas. As usual, mahirap nanaman sumakay at mahaba na ang pila ng taxi sa megamall. I asked Mannix to fetch me.

On Saturday morning, September 28, 2009, It was still raining. [I believe it was raining all night that we had to turn the aircon off.] The amount of rainfall is consistent. [Ndi mahangin pero malakas and buhos ng ulan.] I thought, Jen, Yvonne's yaya, was only kidding me when she told me that it was already flooding outside. I went outside and saw that the street across our house is at knee-level already. Lexah, our car, was parked outside and it was almost half-dipped into water. We moved her two houses away, where it is higher.

The cable was out by then so we only have updates from AM Radio.

It is really shocking when we saw videos and photos from youtube and facebook. All we can do as of that time is to pray for them.

Pagasa said there are two more tropical depression that may hit Philippines within this week. [here]:( Let's just hope they would change their path. hayz!

How can we help the Ondoy victims?

Happy Birthday Mama Mary!

Allow me to thank you for all your guidance and love. Thanks for all the sweet embrace and a shoulder to cry on. You're always there for me when i needed you! I promise not to let you down again!

I love you, Mama Mary!

Start your day with a Smile

Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day. ~Quoted in P.S. I Love You, compiled by H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

Peace begins with a smile. ~Mother Teresa

Have a nice day!

Remember to infect everyone with your smile!

Perks of a Shopaholic

As we all know, most for the major cities here in Manila already have SM Malls of different variety including Hypermarts. They did sprang up like mushrooms.

For a shopaholic like me, SM malls are really a one-stop-shop. Department store, Supermarket, Toy Store, Hardware, Pharmacy, Payment centers and a Bank until 7pm. It is so convenient that earning points is like an automatic thing for me. I always carry my SM Advantage card in my wallet like a credit card. And another nice thing here is that you can also earn points when you gas up at any Petron Station and purchase at any Ace Hardware even outside of SM Malls.

I've been an SM Advantage shopper since October 2004. And just this August 2009 I was promoted as an SM Advantage-Prestige member. [Yehey!]

Some of the "advantages" of being a Prestige member are the exclusive lounges, members-only gift wrapping counter, Prestige lanes at the supermarket and reserved parking space [I haven't tried this one yet but I will have to try that this weekend i guess].

I've been to the SM Prestige Lounge at Megamall and Makati. As they say "It is a haven within SM Department Store for the exclusive use of SM Prestige members. It has spacious reception & waiting areas, elegant but cozy furniture, wall-to-wall carpeting, built in shelves & cabinets and a fully-functional pantry. Prestige members who want to relax and take time off from their shopping can enjoy the convenience of separate powder-cum-fitting rooms for men and women, package counter, diaper changing area, massage chairs, Nokia Charging Stations and Wi-Fi connection. A team of friendly and courteous staff is always ready to attend to the needs of members and their guests."

 

The ambiance is so relaxing. It's a place to be if you want a time off after hours of shopping. A cardholder can only bring up to two persons. They also serve iced tea and coffee [I believe its for free and part of the service. Haven't ask one yet. hihihi]

Well, I guess we'll just have to enjoy these perks once in a while.

You can also check your points online when you visit and register to their site.

Giving Credit to Where Credit is Due

It has been a year since i set my feet on this company. My evaluation did not actually impress me much. I was working hard for a year and i believe i did my best to meet my client's expectations. I was surprise i was given a lower rating due to petty company policies. I had two memos because of having late for more than 3 times in a month for the past year. [Most of those lates are just minutes past the allowed grace period. Well i did not anticipates most of the traffics along the way.]

For me, being on the Perfect Attendance list every month doesn't mean you're a good employee. [Who wouldn't want to be on that list and recieve some perks anyway?] But nevertheless, my being late doesn't affect the quality of my work [and my attitude?].

Another thing here is that i was not informed about the evaluation before it was approved due to some system failure at some point. And they cannot retrovert my appraisal because it has already been to the auditors and the upper management!

Now, to compensate all of these is for me to achieve a goal for six months again? Meaning, i will have to work [again!] on the merits I've been working for a year? does it sounds fair? Well i guess not.

Driving Lesson 101

It's been a year since I had my driver's license which i got when i enrolled to a reputed driving school. My primary purpose then was really just to get a license. [I think] It's a lot easier when you're assisted by these driving schools.

It has also been a year since i had a grip on a steering wheel and set my feet on the brake, clutch and gas pedals. It was a relief though that i will be driving an autimatic car. [geez!]

We have her blessed after the morning mass at St. Micheal and named her after Alexandria, Lexah!

After a little bickering and niggling, i finally got Lexah off the road. At first I was a little tensed that i have benumbed my left feet and almost got a stiffed neck. Hahaha! The weather also bullied me into backing out! It rain hard that i almost can't see the road ahead! But when he realized i was really determined to learn, he stopped!

We drove around The Fort [though practice driving was not allowed] They wouldn't know naman unless i will have any violations. So super careful! But i had my excuses ready when a security approach us why i was driving so slow. mmm...i'll say "Where do we find a Metrobank ATM here?" hahaha!

We also drive her around Ayala, Makati. :D

I had a chance to apply what i learned [a year ago] about parking. We tried it at Market Market! Just a little more practice!

I never knew driving was this easy! Hah!

Our new baby...

... Lexah! :D

I want nobody but You!

Just sharing this cool vid! :D this song is circulating around... hahaha

One Flaw In Women

Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
but they hold happiness, love and joy.

They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.

They don't take "no" for an answer
when they believe there is a better solution.

They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel
and cheer when their friends get awards.

They are happy when they hear about
a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
yet they are strong when they
think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss
can heal a broken heart.

Women come in all shapes, sizes and colours.

They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
to show how much they care about you.

The heart of a woman is what
makes the world keep turning.

They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their
family and friends.

Women have vital things to say
and everything to give.

HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN,
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.