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adversities and insurances

Growing up, i knew that my parents don't have insurance because i know for a fact that they cannot afford the monthly stipend then. Later in life, one of my close friends lost her mother to heart attack. I was there as she hurdle the struggle of losing a mother. She told me that even when their mother is no longer around, she still took care of them. Their mother didn't let them worry about monitory expenses because her mother obtained term life insurance to make sure everything is taken cared of if anything happens. I understand that adversities in life may happen, it is just befitting to prepare for it. We never want to leave our loved ones hanging. Would we?

lazy day

The weather condition lately is really weird. It's so hot during the day and it's quite cold in the night with slight rains and creepy winds. Sometimes especially in the afternoon, you'd think it's the peek of summer but one moment it will rain. So, i guess, this is it huh? The dreaded global warming?

When i woke up this morning, i so not feel getting up. I just wanted to lie still and snuggle my pillows. The weather's so gloomy i get lazy to even check the time. Well, apparently i had to, else another absence at work to be incurred. Haayyyy....

accidents are inevitable

My friend in California just told me about what transpired during her getaway. She spent her entire week in Carolina to visit a long time friend from highschool. She was really having a great time not until an accident happened. They were having some roadtrips when a raging car bumped into their car. The driver must not be looking that the traffic light signal was about to turn red. She and her friend were okay, they just sustained some minor bruises. Good thing they got a competent South Carolina injury lawyer who helped them with their case. Accidents are inevitable but i think it's a relief if you'll get to receive payments for the injuries sustained.

sculptured body

We can't really tell what's going to happen in the future - surprises always await us. Sometime last month, I met an old elementary classmate. I wasn't able to identify him at first glance because he looked different. Totally different from what i had always pictured him from before. He was this tall skinny kid. Then again, surprised as i am, he became this physically good looking fellow. He is skinny no more! He got a great body to boost. I certainly asked him what happened. He then told me that he became active in sports in college. He goes to the gym regularly plust the help of some pro hormones to go with. I was really amazed. Little did i know i'd see a new person in the years to come.

enlightening text message

Often we receive funny text messages or quotes from friends. But seldom that we receive some facts or informative text messages right? Last week, i got this text message from a colleague. It goes - "Do you eat toccino, longganisa, hotdogs, spam, liver spread, instant noodles, instant coffee and fruit juices? Do you eat pork? Use microwave? Clean your body's sewage system now. I was strucked! With all of those unhealthy junk fancy food i eat everyday. It's really time is should try some orovo detox to have a healthy digestive system and body in general. I'm not getting any younger, i should start living a healthy lifestyle.

cute bandaid

Is the word bandaid a brand name or a noun? I'm not so sure but I'm quite sure that my bandaid is cute :) Saw this in a bookstore and without second thoughts i bought a dozen even if i don't have any wounds to cover. Heheh! Hello? It's pink, unique shape and hello kitty design! A male colleague once asked if i have bandaids, i gave one to him and he said never mind. Hahah!

40 Tips for a Better Life (6-10)

6. Play more games and read more books than you did in 2007.
*Ok, i'm playing tabletennis now, only i read magazines not books. :P

7. Make time to practice meditation and prayer. They provide us with daily fuel for our busy lives.
*This, i lack, i have to admit. :(

8. Spend time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of 6.
*So i gotta talk to my grandfather now. :)

9. Dream more while you are awake.
*I'm good with this! :D

10. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants.
*Tsk, this i have to work on.

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can't get enough of pizza

Last night (like the rest of all previous nights)- I was craving for pizza. I don't know, i can't seem to get enough of pizza. It's either i want to eat pizza or garlic bread. LOL! I wanted to go out and buy but i figured it's about to rain. I felt lazy. I tried and controlled my desire not to eat this sinful delight. Sinful in a way that i'm advised not to eat much of these type of food. Maybe it's high time i should try orovo and be healthy instead. What do you think? I'm beginning to gain weight again because i do not watch my food intake. Tsk bad.

40 Tips for a Better Life

Got this from a forwarded mail and thought it would be nice to share here.

1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day. And while you walk, smile. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.
*I hope i won't come off a crazy woman smiling while walking. LOL!

2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.
*I could go for more than 10 minutes. Especially when i get home, i just sit and sit still. It's either i'm too tired or i'm too bored. :P

3. Buy a DVR and tape your late night shows and get more sleep.
*Shoots! That's why i don't sleep early because i watch movies and shows a lot.

4. When you wake up in the morning, complete the following statement, 'My purpose is to _____ today.'
*Ok, i'll try this one starting tomorrow. ;)

5. Live with the 3 E's -- engergy, enthusiasm and empathy.
*Guess, don't have that much energy. :(

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don't forget to back up!

Don't forget to back up, your files that is. You may never want to experience the horror i had last week when my hard drive in the office crashed just like what i mentioned in my previous post. And i don't have any back up to all of my recent files at that. I was so worried i can't think placidly. Here's what actually happened. Logging on to my account would take me hours. I tried logging in other workstations and everything's okay. I asked some people to login in my PC and it's the same thing, they could not login immediately. The IT personnel advised me to save my files while they still can access the hard disk without logging on to the network. I was glad i managed to save my files despite the fact that i was having almost 3 days downtime.

my harddisk crashed

For 3 days last week, all i did was saving and transferring my files from one disk to the other. I literally have not performed actual tasks because i was too busy worrying on salvaging my files. I at least have to impose 3 colleagues to allow me to store some of my files temporarily on their workstations. (Thanks to them!) On Thursday, i managed to burn some files and have used 5 DVDs already. I'm not in any way close to 100% in creating backups. The IT personnel took my harddisk thursday night and fortunately returned it to me afternoon the next day. I'm thankful they helped me readily and thanks too to the CAT6 cables, i didn't have a hard time accessing my files remotely.

pink guitar

Ahmnn... here's an addition to my christmas wishlist this year - one of the cutest thing i could ever own - a pink hello kitty guitar. Olalah! Isn't that lovely?!? Wahhh I want one! I will have to learn again (knew a little in highschool) playing the guitar. Maybe this guitar will unravel that i have great prowess in playing such instrument, lol! Thanks to my friends in Singapore for taking this cute photo for me. :) I'd be more than happy if you'll send me not just the photo next time. :P *wink*

michael scofield is back

I'm glad that one of the greatest men in my life is back already, in the tv screens that is. Michael Scofield of Prison Break is up again on its 4th season and i can't wait for each week to pass to be able to watch each succeeding episode. He simply is adorable! Opps.. not to mention that he is undeniably a very intelligent person. Last night, i was watching the 7th episode where some of the guys have to go to Nevada. As always, i'm amazed by the splendid las vegas hotels being shown. If you're a fan of the show like me, then you must know what i'm talking about. :)

very interesting answers

Ever remember those times back in school during exams when you can't think of any answer? at all?

but of course, who else will?

oh, james bond!

decorating and furnitures

My friend, Gugs, just sent me photos of her humble abode. She purchased some shelves and other stuff to fill and decorate her living room. I was quite envious. I have always dreamed of having my own place and having to decorate it just the way i would want it. Well, she's not too sure about the color and style of the cabinet she bought. She apparently wanted something to make the space appear bigger or spacious. Maybe she should try check out some discount furniture and she might just find that piece she's looking for. I would have help her decorate her place if only she lives nearer.

on credit cards

I sometimes forget to keep in mind the due dates of my bills - cards and mobile phone. I'd end up paying for late charges because I'd lost track which bill is due on which date. I should avoid this circumstances because extra charges are the last thing i want. Maybe it's high time i should give up all my other cards and get a high limit credit card instead. By then, with just one card, I wouldn't have to think about so many due dates.

pre & post photos during the CE sportsfest

Two weeks ago, we had the opening of our department sportsfest. It was done primarily to promote camaraderie among 200+ associates within a single department. Hoorah to the committee for their outpouring time and effort to make the activity possible.

I shall post photos according to team colors. But before that, let me share some photos taken before and after the parade and ceremony.

mark and haze

ian and shellyn

me, ian and shellyn (oopsss, i belong to the green team :P)

romz and terai

mark d. (gibati ug kaanyag :D)

romz and nagz

raul, as if stolen shot kuno!

pai's triplets

mark d. with the yellow beauties

dev pipol: mark u., mark a., rey

jung, jona, ky

romz, rai, me (now i belong!)

aisah, raul, princess, nagz

change position

nagz, konting pose naman dyan :P

greens with a red

a must posing with Astroboy :)

posing with Ms. CE '08

josh and jai with macelle

jai and jona
their saving some lost photo moments with Macelle and Jona
(these two ladies are now ex officemates :P)
More photos to follow...

nuggets and fries

i'm not advertising... nor exaggerating...
but when i'm feeling down and blue...
i just need nuggets and fries to go...
eating junkies? no worries...
it'll bring back the glee in me...