Google VDay video 2012

Happy Valentine's Day !!!!! Oh yes. It's officially Valentine's Day today. And just for a quick post lemme share with you this cute video by Google this heart's day. :>

Awwe`. This is just so cute. It reminds us that celebrating this day is not all about material things, spending time with each other is wayyyy more important. :">

Happy heart's day to all! Spread the love. :> 

Ciao!

Miss Saigon: A Musicale adaptation

Last Tuesday, my friend Josephine was invited by her friend, Franzly Lacoma, to watch a major production entitled "Miss Saigon: A Musicale adaptation" presented by the University of Santo Tomas- MEDIARTRIX. Being the good friend that she is, Jo also invited me.

If someone would ask me what knowledge do I have of the famous play Miss Saigon, all I could say is.. Lea Salonga, then scratch my head afterwards. Clueless? Yes. Honestly, that's all I know. Period.

Lea Salonga is a Filipina mezzo-soprano singer, actress, and is well-known for originating the lead role of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon. If you would like to know more about her, click THIS.

Miss Saigon shares the emotional story of an American GI and his love affair with a Vietnamese woman in a world torn apart by war. For a brief rundown about the story, click THIS.

The opera is very inspiring. It is one of the stage shows that can be enjoyed as you sit back and let the music and melodrama wash over you.

The girl who played as Kim (Oops! I wasn't able to get the names of the actors. Sorry. :p), has superbly powerful voice. She has the biggest challenge because of the character she portrays, plus the increasing trauma she went through as the story progresses. In my own opinion, she sounds like Leah Salonga. I love her voice and acting skills.

The guy who played as Chris also has a very fine voice. I admire a man who sings really well, and he is no exception. :)

Both the lead actors got me very "kilig" and at the same time left me sighing and teary-eyed. All the other performers were equally good and portrayed their own roles very well. Plus admirable vocals!

Although there were some casualties along the play, overall, it is musically and visually stunning. The cast were amazing in their own respective roles. :)

This play is exceptional, you wouldn't want to miss. Two thumbs up for the UST Mediartrix for one great production! Till next time! :)

SKELE- TOES #whattheheckisthat Campaign Launch at the 2012 FILA Polo Cup

Manila Polo Club, my first time to hear about the place. It is said to be one of the most prestigious private clubs in the Philippines. By private, I mean, it is exclusive for the members of the club. They are without a doubt, included in the upper-class unit in our society.

Last Sunday, February 5, I was fortunate enough to be invited in an event that will be held in MPC. Seriously? Makakapasok na din ako sa loob without the need to be a member! *insert super-mega-excited laugh-slash-pa demure na tili here!!*

On the said event, FILA will be launching their newest sports shoes: Skele-Toes. Uh-oh. Wait, wait, and wait! Sports shoes? I'm not even close to being a sporty person. Blame my big lazy ass when it comes to exercise.

Since 2003, the Cup has been one of the brightest highlights of the local sports calendar in Manila Polo Club, not just for the action but also for the glitz and glamour!

And so this year, FILA launched a head scratchingly unique campaign called "Skele-Toes #whattheheckisthat" at the event where fans of the revolutionary Skele-Toes four-toed shoes could stand to win a starring role in a travel and lifestyle documentary!

On the campaign #whattheheckisthat:

We all wonder, what the heck is #whattheheckisthat?

All one has to do is look for the most amazingly strange, weird, odd, unbelievable, and what-the-heck-is-that reaction inducing photo, post it to the FILA Phlippines Facebook page, and the Facebook community votes for a winner. The top #whattheheckisthat submitter then gets to star in an exciting travel and lfestyle documentary wearing his or her favorite Skele-toes.

How cool is that? :)

And for those who have Twitter accounts, guests can tweet their most #whattheheckisthat moments during the event and see their messages onscreen. Top tweeters get to win FILA goodies. Exciting! :)

What's actually good about this campaign is that the FUN comes with a social responsibility. A project by FILA President Butch Albert called "500 For 500" by Operation Compassion is started. With every purchase of Skele- Toes, 500 pesos will go to the 500 families affected typhoon Sendong. In addition, guests may also donate at the registration area.

The event was hosted by four gorgeous Skele-Toes endorsers Tim Yap, Borgy Manotoc, Georgina Wilson, and Abs Abdelkader.

 

L-R: Tessa Prieto-Valdez, Abs Abdelkader, borgy Manotoc, Cris Albert (FILA CEO) and Georgina Wilson

The night ended with an awesome party, great food and fireworks too! :)

 

For more information about FILA:
Log on to their WEBSITE
Like their Facebook page here: FILA Skeletoes Philippines
Follow their Twitter here: @filaskeletoesph

Summer Fun Continues at Kids Paradise Happy Hour

Entertainment for kids has been brought to a whole new level by Kid’s Paradise at Seri Fantasy World as it bridges enjoyment and learning through Kids Paradise Happy Hour every weekend. Launched last May 7, Kids Paradise Happy Hour is a fusion of games and activities, arts and crafts, and playing every Saturdays and Sundays at 11am-12nn, 2pm-3pm, and 5pm-6pm. From winning games to creating origami and building puzzles to making new friends while playing, Kids Paradise Happy Hour is the perfect weekend plan for your kids.

Turn your kids’ summer into something extraordinary and treat them to learning new things the creative and fun way at only Php250 pesos joining fee per kid per session at Seriland Fantasy World located at the 2^nd Level South Wing Manila Ocean Park.

  

How to Make My Valentine's Day SPECIAL ♥

February! The so-called "LOVE month". Just a few days away and we'll all be celebrating Valentine's Day. Errr.. okay, I admit not ALL though. He he.

Most of us will surely be looking forward for this month to be filled with hearts once again. By hearts, literally speaking, I mean almost  all of the malls, stores, schools and classrooms will be decorated with cut-out hearts posted on the walls or heart-shaped balloons hanging on the ceilings. Heart-shaped chocolates, cupcakes and cakes are everywhere.

According to Wikipedia:

"Saint Valentine's Day, commonly shortened to Valentine's Day, is a holiday observed on February 14 honoring one or more early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine."

Normally on this day, we give flowers, chocolates, love letter, greeting cards and other sweety-patootie gifts to our special valentine. Love is indeed in the air!

This is what normally people, couples in particular do. But have you asked yourself on how can you make your Valentine's Day extra special?

One thought came to my mind. Why not spend my V-day with my closest friends.. more like a group date! On the last week of January, my closest friends and I planned to celebrate our Valentine's day by having a picnic at Luneta Park.. for a change. Not all of us have boyfriends. We're a mix group of In a relationship, Single, and It's Complicated relationship statuses. He he he. We are planning to bring foods and just chill, relax, hang-out together and have an update of what's going on about each other's lives.At night, we shall watch the Dancing Fountain lights.

Of course, my friends could bring their dates to join us. The more, the merrier!

Simple as it may sound, but what makes it "extra special" is that we get to celebrate Valentines Day not only with our "special someone", but also with friends that we value and are close to our hearts. Whether in a relationship or single, each of us will surely enjoy this special Valentine's day celebration! :) Okay, I'm getting excited already :)

But waiiiiiiiiiit! What gave me this idea to blog about How to make your Valentines Day Special is actually a contest by Mrs. Joy Calipes- Felizardo, owner of GASTRONOMY by Joy.

For more information about the contest and how you could join, click HERE. Here are the prizes that you could win by joining. A sweet treat for the V day. :)

1. A dinner at L'entrecote,  Forbes Town.  AGC that is worth two Menu Geneva, consisting each of House Salad,  the signature L'entrecote Steak with the secret Herb Butter Sauce, unlimited Fries, and the sumptuous dessert Raspberry-Walnut  Vacherin and a glass of wine.   I made  a review about this amazing restaurant and I'm sure you and your dearest will  have a "steak tastic" dinner date here. Related Post:  A  Remarkable Steak Experience and More at  L'entrecote

2. Discount vouchers from Manila Hotel  and a box of pralines worth P480.


3.  Three jars of  Italian  Mild Honey.   One thing to say I Love You in a honey way.  


and lastly..


4.  Two winners will get  two boxes of  Chocolate Bark each (each box is worth P200)

Tempting right? A sweet treat for the Valentines. Join her contest now! :)

Renaissance Woman by Naomi

I've been hearing Resorts World from a couple of friends for quite sometime. I really wanted to go and explore the place since last year but because of being busy with work and stuff, I never had the time. So when a friend invited me to an event that will be held in RW, I didn't think twice to go.

So what event was that?

UNO Magazine held an event last February 3, 2012 together with  Naomi Jewelry entitled "Renaissance Woman by Naomi". The event was held at Genting Club, Resorts World Manila. This is for the benefit of World Vision.

NAOMI is a jewelry store owned by Joel Paguio, which showed his creativeness into an art form, by making jewelry designs.

NAOMI is not an accessory but an expression. NAOMI jewelry art pieces are NOT about buying into what mass media tells you you should buy, but about finding a piece that echoes your personality. Source

Here are some of the jewelries by Naomi:

What is World Vision?

World Vision is a non-government humanitarian organization which is devoted to helping children, families and communities to conquer poverty and injustice. They serve almost 100 people in about 100 countries around the world. World Vision serves all people regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity or gender. Formore information about World Vision please visit www.worldvision.org.ph.

On the said event, Naomi together with World Vision Development Foundation collaborated to extend help to the less fortunate children and families by having an auction of two special pendants specially designed by the owner of Naomi, Joel Paguio. 20% of this will be donated to World Vision.

A fashion show was also held.

UNO Covergirl Kat Alano

Daisy Reyes

Eula Valdez

NAOMI Endorser- Precious Lara Quigaman

I enjoyed to night! I was actually star st-rucked by how beautiful Lara Quigaman is. And so I didn't hesitate to have a picture with her. He he :p

Toodles! 

Hello, February!

Yay! January went by too fast that I almost forgot it's already February. January has been a pretty good month for me to start the year. I got me a new job and I'm just so happy!! ^__^  Also, on the first of February I already started with what I call as the "D Project", but I'm not gonna reveal what that is.. for now ;p

I wonder what's in store for me this so-called "Love month?" He he. Well anyway..

Hello February! and hello there you cute little pandabear :">

As for books, my goal for this month is to read at least 2 novels. 

I'm almost done with The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, next in line are these 2 novels: The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold and Halo( first book) which I borrowed from a friend. I can't wait to start reading them!

I also wanted to start using the jumping rope which I bought almost a month ago. What is wrong with me, really? A month has passed and I haven't used it. Not even once.Maybe I've just been busy with new work and stuff. And just for clarity, I'm not going to use it for playing purposes. I'm going to use it to...... exercise! Hahaha I must have the initiative to start this month, seriously!!!! 

Anyway, sorry for being so random. I'm looking forward to a great February, 2012!

Ciao!