During our 2-month vacation in the Philippines early this year, my husband and I had an unplanned condominium purchase, which we do not regret (so far). We bought a one-bedroom condo unit in Light Residences on one of its towers … Continue reading
Category Archives: Philippines
SM Residences, Avida Towers, and other Condominium Projects
A condominium is my husband and I’s biggest purchase to date as a married couple. This is actually unplanned, but since we are currently on a vacation in the Philippines, we decided to give condominium-shopping a try. Chateau Residences near … Continue reading
The Freemason Filipinos
I learned about Freemasonry and Knights Templar from reading Dan Brown’s books. So, when I saw a show running in the History Channel about the Holy Grail, I sat and watched it. The show’s conclusion led me to re-dig more … Continue reading
3 Ways to Send Money to the Philippines
I’ve been sending money to the Philippines from US since May of 2010; Either through my Wells Fargo account or Xoom money transfer. But before I came to the US, I was the one receiving money and I get it … Continue reading
Why Most Filipinos Aren’t Fat?
Alert: This post may be found racist. My American friend who had been to the Philippines have asked me this question. He wondered why most Filipinos are not fat at all compare to people in US. What do you think … Continue reading
Tagalog Quotes mula sa ating mga Bayani
Ito ay koleksyon ng mga siniping ideya mula sa ating mga bayani. “Ang pagsusumikap at pagpipilit na kumita ng ikakabuhay ay nagpapahayag ng tunay na pagmamahal sa sarili, sa asawa, anak, kapatid, at kababayan.” - Andres Bonifacio (Kartilya ng Katipunan) “Ang … Continue reading
Paano ba yumaman?
Isa lamang ito sa mga tanong ng maraming Pilipino. Paano nga ba yumaman? Kung tutuusin ang madaling sagot dito ay mag-ipon ng pera. Pero isa ito sa napakahirap gawin, hindi ba? Mas madali kasing gumastos kaysa mag-ipon dahil maraming bagay … Continue reading
It Took Months Before I’ve Got my SSS ID
After 9 long months, I finally got my SSS ID. What the. It is supposed to be released after a month I applied for it right? I waited a month or two, but because of the long period of waiting, … Continue reading
Mt. Batulao Trekking Trip
Last monday, I went trekking together with my friend Dame, her brother Dan, her friend Carlo, and Carlo’s friend Jay. I was reluctant to go for some reasons, but Dame and Carlo were able to convince me to go. Anyway, … Continue reading
September 2008 Licensure Exam for Teachers (LET) Results
Finally, after 37 working days, or 7 weeks, the results are here! One of my close friends just texted me in the middle of the night to announce the good news, that we passed the Licensure Exam for Teachers! I … Continue reading
PayPal Account Verification and UnionBank’s Eon Card
I just had verified my Philippine PayPal account today. Yipee! I’m a member since June last year, but it was only today it got verified since I didn’t really have a debit/credit card. None until I got my EON debit … Continue reading
Waiting for September 2008 LET Results
It’s a month now since my friends and I have taken the Licensure Exam for Teachers. Did we make it? I really hope so, even if we just had reviewed for a limited time. __________ Update: After 7 long weeks, the … Continue reading
September 28, LET Room Assignment
Today, I was reviewing the laws related to Philippines Education, decided to browse online, what other resources could I read, and just happened to land on PRC’s official website. Being an internet savvy, I decided to explore the site and … Continue reading
Survivor Philippines, why held in Thailand?
“Bakit sa Thailand shi-noot at hindi sa Pilipinas?” was also my question when I first learned that Survivor Philippines was held in Thailand and not in the Philippines. I was glad though that I saw one of Paolo Bediones’ interviews; … Continue reading
Survivor Philippines Episode 1 Feedback
I watched the first episode last night, and it was cool. However, I am disappointed that the tribes are divided to girls and boys, and GMA did not mix them. It will be obvious who will win this game, unless … Continue reading
Survivor Philippines
Tonight is the pilot episode for Philippine’s version of Survivor, a popular reality TV show. It will be aired after Ako si Kim Sam Soon. I would almost missed it, if not for my brother who was watching 24-Oras, wherein … Continue reading
Most Filipinos are short?
Oh well, I am short. I just had a medical exam and the nurse told me my height is 4 feet and 11.5 inches. I was standing up straight that time hoping she would tell me my height was 5 … Continue reading
Getting a Philippine Passport
I just got my passport! Well, not really today, but last May 19. I processed it 7 business days ago, and got an appointment last April 29. Yep. April 29. Before, I was incredulous that I have to line up … Continue reading

