More Than Just A SAHM: April 2013

Saturday, April 27, 2013

Kipling's New Gray Collection

Here's a new gray collection from Kipling. Check it out now in Kipling stores nearest you!

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Official Start of Summer Vacation

After a week of hiatus, I am now having some difficulty blogging and feel like I am having a blogger's block. Anyways, I am now done with my number one to-do list this summer and that is enrolling my two children to school. Thanks to husband who provides us all our financial needs. Now I can finally say that today is where our official vacation begins. I just started browsing destination and landed here at luxury paris vacation rentals. What a nice getaway and I hope I have all the means to spend even a night here. It's awesome and affordable vacation that caters all your vacation needs.

So where have we been in the past few days of hibernating? We spent our weekend in Batangas, tour around my home province and attended a very special occasion that happens once a year, our barangay fiesta by which also serves as our family reunion. I wish it happens every month because when I see my siblings, time becomes shorter and we talk like we never see each other for many years when in fact we often meet in other simple events.
I will blog more later so stay tuned!

On top of Taal Church

Where we went last weekend? Overlooking Balayan Bay and Talisay, this is what I discovered after a creepy climb to the tower of Taal Church. Please don't take my word "creepy" seriously, because on top of the tower is a beautiful view of the town and nearby city. I just encountered a few steps of darkness on our way up to the tower due to my fear of closed space and felt some kind of hard breathing. The picture below was taken on top of Taal Church. This is just a snipet of our experience. I will post a detailed post of our quick tour later.

Monday, April 15, 2013

From My Blog to My Book

At least three new books have been added to my to-read-list. I got these from a friend and the other one from a publishing company intended for a book review. I haven't started reading any of those and just made a quick browse and no serious reading yet.

I might be on the blogging world, but I still want to read paper with prints. I own an e-book but nothing compares to hardbound book. I am thinking now of printing my blog. Yes, I have been wanting to do this for a long time now. At first I thought it was easy. I tried to download my blog and print few pages but in the middle of printing, an error occurred so I stopped. I asked some help online and I found out Web To Print Workflow services. In this paperless generation, printing is still the best option to preserve blog or serve as back up. I became paranoid most of the time when I have a hard time loading my pages in the internet. Now I can order to print my blog and customize the way I want it, like printing only the selected posts that I need.

Which do you prefer, digital or real book? I want to keep my blog on a book. There are of course pros and cons but whatever you prefer, it is the book and the content that give its weight and meaning.

Patience

The sea does not reward those who are too anxious, too greedy, or too impatient. One should lie empty, open, choiceless as a beach - waiting for a gift from the sea. - Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Friday, April 12, 2013

Household Tips

When it's summer and the weather is extremely hot, appliances need to be in good condition. It will not only give you peace of mind when they are safe and working well but proper care will also cut down your electric bill. It is recommended to clean the appliances like electric fan at least once or twice a week to keep the machine in good working condition. For air conditioner, it is recommended to call for cleaning service at least once a year. Appliances when overused get crashed and when you need to buy parts like split lock washer for replacement, you have no option but call for maintenance or refer to manual instructions for trouble shooting tips. It surely is a tough job especially if you are not a handy man and have no idea how to do it.

To save you more from any inconveniences, buy only the appliances from trusted manufacturer and approved for safe use. This way, you will get the most out of them and will help you avoid from paying extra costs.

Monday, April 8, 2013

“EARTHDAY JAM 2013” STREET PARTY FOR MOTHER EARTHON APRIL 19

The Biggest and longest running music tribute in celebration of the International Earthday is back with a solid and exciting set of musicians for this year’s music marathon. EARTHDAY JAM 2013, slated for April 19 is ready to rock Bonifacio Global City with support from The City of Taguig. Dimitri Productions, with executive producer cum eco-artist Lou Bonnevie, 12 years ago created this highly popular event with the crusade to use entertainment and music as a medium to reach out and create a popular campaign for a greener earth. The year 2013,once again, bring upfront issues critical to our times with guest speakers to discuss and inject more information on how ordinary citizens can make a difference. Several NGO booths will be around the performance area for people to check out various environmental activities they can partake.

The event will be a street party with a multimedia stage erected at the 9thave.cor. 34thst ,besideMercato Night Market in Bonifacio Global City. Commuters may take a stroll down the avenue from Market Market and enjoy the food in Mercato as it opens at 6pm to give way to the concert.

Participating artists include (in alphabetical order ) Abra, Barbie Almalbis, Brownman Revival, Callalily, KitchieNadal, Kalayo, Lou Bonnevie,Mayonnaise, Moonstar 88, Ney, Nina, Reggae Mistress, Rivermaya, Rocksteddy ,Sandwich, Save Me Holywood, The Oktaves with surprise appearances from celebrities and other “artist for the environment”. Award winning host-actress G Tongi with celebrity guests and popular personalities will host the festivities.

A special project of Earthday Jam Foundation,Inc – Earthday Jam is FREE TO THE PUBLIC and is sponsored by DENR , PCSO, Smart Communications,Energy Development Corporation, Shell Philippines Exploration B.V.,First Gen Corporation, PAGCOR, NLEX , Bonifacio Global City and Gery’s Grill. Media partners include Philippine Star, Business World, ABS CBN and MYX Music Channel with FM stations Radio High 105.9 and Crossover 105.1, Manila Concerts and Philippine Concert Scene. Creative director is Toto Gentica.For more info, join facebook: Earthday jam 2013 orEarthday Jam Foundation,log on to www.dimitriproductions.com or email dimitriproductions@gmail.com.

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Ichill Theater Cafe

Chill at Ichill Theater Cafe. When you think of chill time, you probably think only a few places around Metro, either Taguig, Eastwood or Makati. You think about a coffee shop with strong WIFI and chill with friends over hot or cold coffee.

Last Friday was a surprised for me. At the heart of Sampaloc, just a few meters away from the University of Sto. Tomas, you will find Ichill Theater Cafe operating 24-hours, where you can spend time with friends in a cafe and a movie theater. I think that I will frequent the place because it was terribly chilling inside during our first visit. The place is located at 1125 Dos Castillas St. Sampaloc Manila.

At the second floor, you will find a big screen which is available for rent for movie screening and other activities you want. You may ask the management for booking and reservation for other events. The cost is just P500 per hour. When we went there, my two daughters really enjoyed the time because of strong WIFI that kept them connected to the online world.

More at Ichill Theater Cafe... coffee, donuts, pizza, smoothies are available. Bring your family, friends and classmates for group study or meet up with friends for chill time.

At the first floor, guests and customers can perform like a star. They can even share joke or pick up line and win a surprise. They just had their soft opening a few weeks ago, so check out for more promos and freebies coming soon.