River Rafting at Cagayan de Oro

River rafting at Cagayan de Oro City, FUN!

Kids getting excited! We took the Advance Package which cost us Php 1000 each and Php 500 fee for the whole group for the pictures. At first, I felt that Php 500 was a bit expensive for the pictures but after I have seen the CD, it was all worth it. You can really see in these kids faces' all smiles. They are too excited for the fun and adventure ahead of them. 

As far as I have remembered, I think the Advance package for the river rafting has 21 rapids and it lasted for 4-5 hours. It was a good idea for us to bring lunch with during the fun and ate in the middle of our adventure while taking breaks.

That's me on the rock!... 

If you go to Cagayan de Oro City, don't forget to try and experience river rafting. You can contact CDO Bugsay and book your adventure.

CDO Bugsay River Rafting
0917-3-BUGSAY

Pick up is at 7:30AM near Dunkin Dougnuts divisoria. You will be fetched by a jeepney with blue boats on top of it. Same jeepney you will be on riding going to the mountains. It's good to wear leggings and warmer to avoid sunburn. Sunblock didn't work! :D

Thanks to Jhong the photographer and to our river guide, which I forgot the name.

High Five! BUGSAY!

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Diary Entry #33: My Christmas Cupcakes

TADAAAA!!! My first attempt to decorate my first Christmas cupcakes. I'm so loving it.. Not bad eh!? Heheheh

I joined a baking class last Saturday and we baked Chocolate and Carrot cupcakes. Chef JP from Monster Kitchen was really fun during our class and have learned a lot from him.

Chocolate Cupcakes

Chocolate Cupcakes

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Little Emily Online Shop Review

I have not shopped here recently but I just wanted to share my thoughts about it.

I have been a customer of Little Emily Shop even during the multiply.com existence. But after it shutdown, I was glad that they put up their own domain to cater their customers from multiply. You can check their online shop here Little Emily Shop.

What I like about this shop is that they offer wholesale price, which means you can get it cheaper compared to the retail prices but of course with a minimum number of orders required. I was a hoarder back then, and online shopping is the best way to satisfy my thirst as it is the most accessible way for me.

They sell all kinds of products, from memo pads to stickers to accessories to dress. Most of the items are really cute too. The site is easy to navigate and really simple. They also accept re-sellers.

On top of that, the thing that you will love most about the shop is the affordable prices they offer. You can save more if you buy from them especially those Asian dresses sold on wholesaler sites from China. Though it is not as affordable compared to what you see on those sites but you get to save the expensive shipping fee and Customs Tax. I can still remember, some sellers you can find on Facebook display almost similar items which are very pricey, for a maxi dress you are billed 700-900. Such a pain in my wallet.

If you are from Philippines, and planned to shop on one of those wholesaler websites from China or Hong Kong, might as well buy it from Little Emily Shop, you will get the same quality of goods and be saved from Customs Tax. It's more convenient and fast plus you can save with the shipping fee. They use Xend Express so if you are from provincial areas like me, most likely your order will arrive 2 days after it is shipped.

These shoeboxes are from Little Emily Shop, I bought it few months back. It's 30+ something each box compared 50+ each box when you buy it from retails or somewhere else.

Sadly, their website does not accept credit card payments but I hope they will add it in the future. However if you have linked your card to your PayPal account, then just pay through PayPal, it will be deducted to your card if your PayPal is not funded.

But overall, I always love shopping with Little Emily.
 
Update 2.25.15

So I thought this deserves an update. Right now, I think this shop has been focusing on selling  ladies wears. I am still shopping with them from time to time. As usual, order and and payment processing is fast, but since they deliver their orders through Xend, it takes 4-5 days before I can get the item. It still annoys me though why it is taking that long, I would be very lucky if I receive the orders after 3 days.

Customer support is fast, if you need something to be change in your order, you will receive a reply from them within the except Holidays and Sundays.

The items are non branded so you can't expect a high end quality of their item, some are good and some are not. Some of their dresses are very nice though. Sizes are mostly based on Asian women so if you are petite like me, it will be a very good fit. 

 

 

Those are some of my favorites from them. :)

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Unboxing Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 (SM-T210)

So I recently bought a Samsung Tab 3 since my cell phone is starting to show signs of old age. I can't even install candy crush on it!

I bought my tab at SM Cebu Appliance for P 8991.00 instead of P 9990.00. It was 5% off and an additional 500 pesos for cash/straight credit card payments. I was already eyeing on this one online but when I saw that on SM with a discounted price, I immediately bought it.

The Samsung Tab 3 I have has a wifi only connection. It's not a problem for me since I can tether my cell phone connection if I am out for a trip and our house is also a wifi hotspot. The Samsung Tab 3 with 3G connection was at P14000.00 I think, but I'm not sure as I did not bother to take a look at it.

I have the marble white color with 8GB memory. The package includes a USB cord, travel adapter, and a manual. I did not regret getting this one! The tab can play games without problems. Screen resolution is also good. Though the back camera is bit turn off since it has only 3MP but it can capture decent photos for online sharing. Battery life is not that good, I have to charge it every day. I also have to turn it off when charging as the unit heats up if turned on when charging.

The screen is also wide enough to do basic tasks like watching movies and photos, browsing the web, games or editing documents. The size feels good with my petite hands, however I have to use both hands when typing/chatting. It's very handy too as I don't need to use larger bags if I take it outside.

Aside from gaming, it also perfect document editing. Polaris Office can do the magic as it can also edit Microsoft Office documents. That means I can easily edit my sheets easily even without my netbook. You can also hide apps that you think is not useful for you.

Overall, I love my Samsung Tab 3. It's was worth it buying this tab.

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K-Drama Review: Shark

Category: Entertainment

Genre: Korean Drama

It’s the comeback drama for KNG that is why I have to watch it. Aside from that Son Ye Jin was part of it so this must be a very good drama. But, eeeeennnk. Just an average though.

image credits to hancinema

Shark is a melodrama about revenge and love. While watching it, it’s like watching the Bad Guy or a continuation of Bad Guy. Though the actors were great and the acting was effective too but it’s too sad. I hope KNG would participate on a light-hearted drama and not those bad guy roles always.

I also find it pathetic for Son Ye Jin's character to be very inconsiderate to his husbands’ feelings. He was there during bad times, love her for who she was and supports her whatever she does, but still she keeps on thinking about his first love. She even cancelled the honeymoon. What the heck!

But well, I still enjoyed it a bit. It was good but not very good. I’m still a fan of KNG and SYJ.

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Hof Gorei Resort, Samal

Category: Travel
Destination: Samal Island, Davao

It was my birthday treat for my BF's birthday. Thanks to Cebu Pacific's piso fares for making it happen. I booked 2 tickets to Davao for his birthday and stayed in Samal Island for 2 nights.

After doing a research whole night on where to stay in Samal, we finally decided to stay in Hof Gorei. We booked the Romantic Getaway Package which is P3500 each. Bookings were very easy and the customer service who attended to our queries via email was prompt and accommodating.

We arrived at Davao Airport at 8:00 AM so we ate our breakfast first while waiting for the time to pass since the boat transfer from Davao to Samal will arrive at 10:00 AM. From the Airport, we rode a taxi going Sta. Ana wharf. Mind you, the wharf has no place for waiting passengers. If you go there earlier than your scheduled time, you may need to deal with the heat of the sun plus the dusty atmosphere coming from trucks loading and unloading products. Not to include the persistent pearl sellers.

So finally our boat has arrived. The trip going to the resort took almost an hour. So better bring with you some foods to eat while on board. At the resort wharf, we are greeted with our personal butler with our drinks and our cool towels. That was nice! After sightseeing for a while, I noticed how clear the sea is. You can see the ocean life clearly.

Our villa was a few meters from the beach. I really like the atmosphere there. The place is perfect for couples who want to spend time relaxing with themselves. The place is free from any noise of the city life. Beach with white sand is so adorable, you can set your breakfast, lunch or dinner there if you want for a romantic feel. Rooms are quite spacious, with a separate toilet and bath and a private veranda. And foods are so delicious. It's worth to mention specially their Tinolang Manok, my favorite among the foods we have ordered.

The downside on this resort however is the internet. I really had a problem connecting to the internet as a result, I was not able to work most of projects while there. Internet connection is only available on the wharf area that is about 100 meters away from the resort. The connection too is not stable.

Also, if you are staying here, the price is 3 times higher than the regular price but don't worry, they accept major credit cards so you don't have to worry if you have no cash with you. Also, no grocery stores or ATMs nearby.

Island hopping was included in our package. It was a whole day activity. We were lucky we are only 2 groups to have Island Hopping that day and the other couple was also cool. The whole day activity felt more romantic and exclusive because there are only few people on board. Less noise and possible annoying individuals. :) The only thing I was disappointed with during that day was food. I didn't know I have to pay for it and was charged almost P1000 for that. If I would have known that, I should have ate more or ordered the ones that I love to eat on the beach.

But overall, my Hof Gorei stay was memorable and worth every penny I have paid for. Thanks to Micoy our personal butler who attended to our needs during our stay.

Samal Island, Snorkeling

Crystal Blue Water

Hof Gorei Beach Front

It was fun to be there!

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Fashion71.net Review

Category: Internet Shopping

I have always been curious how to order dresses from China. Even before I was planning to start a RTW online shop, I have already bumped into several whole sale websites I can find online. But I get hesitant to buy since it’s from China and we all know that purchasing from abroad will some Customs Tax when delivered that is why I backed out.

Just now I’ve got some penny to spare, I tried ordering to one of the many websites I have bumped into. Fashion71.net also sells items from China and claimed to be at a wholesale price. But then I think their price is a bit higher compared to one of the sites I have found but I’m not gonna mention. What makes me order from this is their lower charge for shipping, which is I am more concerned with.

I first search for reliable reviews online about this site and found one which I forgot the link. She ordered and got it delivered after a week. Then I tried to make my own order for a couple of dresses and use DPEX as my courier. The dresses were of good quality, it’s the same one we see on malls too. The local courier who delivered was LBC, I think they are tied-up with DPEX or Toll Express, whatever it is.

And what is the thing I was most happy about? There was no Customs Tax! I guess I’ll be shopping again at Fashion71.net.

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Diary Entry # 32: Surprise!

As they say, killer cramps are not normal.

Normally during my period, I don’t feel anything except that I am tired. Unlike my girl friends, I don’t experience any pain or cramps or any uncomfortable issues during my 3-day monthly period. Early this year, I have noticed pain during my period especially during bowel movements. I have a higher tolerance with pain, but this one is different. It felt like something is stuck and my BM is forcing its way out. I just ignored it at first thinking it was nothing. As months passes by, it continues to occur every period.

It was really painful that whatever it is I am doing forces me stop. It usually occurs on my first and second day of my period during my bowel movement. While sitting my throne in the toilet and let the bowel flow, I sometime clench my hands on the walls feeling the pain while those shits' coming out. The pain sometimes makes me cry while on the toilet.

So I finally decided to visit my Gyne and have my pelvic checked.  Everything else is normal, no mass or any enlargements found except that I have a retroverted uterus. She mentioned endometriosis. Then I started to get worried. After explaining a bit about the condition, what makes me worried more is when she advised to get pregnant sooner as there will be a possibility of infertility if pregnancy is delayed.

I am 27, and have a boyfriend who love kids a lot. We have plans already, when, marriage, kids. When I told him about it, we we’re both shocked as we are still not ready to have a kid on our own. Financially, we are not yet stable and still trying to enjoy our salary for ourselves-clothes, travels, gadgets and saving only a bit for the future. Mentally, our mind is not yet set for marriage. We have not expected this to happen and we are both stunned as if everything will have to be fast forward.

Life is full of surprises they say. Whatever will come on our lives, I hope it’s the better part.

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Ssaera's Hong Kong - Macau 2013

Category: Travel Destination

Location: Hong Kong and Macau

My first time travelling abroad and Hong Kong was the destination. Thanks to Cebu Pacific for the Piso Fare last year. Our tour guide is my brother who is a second timer tourist in Hong Kong. I have enjoyed our trip to Hong Kong, I don’t know with my aunts and other 2 travelers who joined us. But me, I had a blast.

Here’s our itinerary for our trip:

Ssaera's Hong Kong - Macau 2013

Day 1

03:00 AM – Arrived at NAIA Terminal 3 for our flight with 5J

07:55 AM – Boarding

10:00 AM – Arrival at HK Airport

11:00 AM – Immigration for our Visa, Arrival area shortly after where my brother was waiting

12:00 PM – We checked in at our guest house located at Chungking Mansion

12:55 PM – Lunch at the mall next to Chungking Mansion, I can’t read the name of the store.

01:42 PM – We took our MTR ride going to Moongkok

04:30 PM – Head back to Tsim Sha Tsui, going to Avenue of the Stars

05:12 PM – We head back to Chungking and took our dinner.

07:00 PM – Aunts was shopping at Tsim Sha Tsui for Hong Kong T-shirts till 9:00 PM

Day 2

08:00 AM – We started our day and took our breakfast at Mcdo

09:30 AM – Going to Ngong Ping 360

10:30 AM – Queued and had our cable car after an hour. The cable car going to the village took 45 minutes. We spent 2:30 hours walking around the village of the Big   Buddha.

01:45 PM – Headed back Citygate Outlets mall and had our lunch at Food Republic. 

03:00 PM – Back to Chungking Mansion

04:00 PM – Going to Ocean Park, which took us almost 2 hours since my Aunt wants to experience riding the two-storey bus. Then we got lost and took taxi later. J

06:00 PM – Arrived at Ocean Park, where most of the people are heading to the exits and the ticket booths are closed. We were still able to buy our tickets but have to pay the price for the whole day pass.

8:30 PM – Took the train going back to Tsim Sha Tsui and had our lunch at Genki Sushi. But my Aunts went to McDo again.

09:30 PM – After our dinner, since the streets is still busy, we went window shopping on the nearby boutiques and mall.

Day 3

08:00 AM – We are heading to Shun Tak Centre where Hong Kong–Macau Ferry Terminal is.

09:00 AM – Bought our Tickets. We took the 10:00AM trip and had our breakfast at KFC while waiting.

09:45 AM – Boarding TurboJet Ferry

11:00 AM – We arrived at the Macau Ferry Terminal and waited for a while for our tourist guide.

12:00 PM – We had our lunch at Galaxy Hotel and had a tour for while at the.

01:45 PM – Next is to Venetian Resort-Hotel and casino for a while.

03:45 PM – Headed to City of Dream. I’m not what we we’re there for. I think it’s for the mermaid? :D

04:24 PM – To Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre. Bungee jumping was too expensive though I wanted to try.

05:50 PM – Going to Senado Square and for the Libre Tikim Street.

06:40 PM – Glanced at St Paul’s Cathedral Ruins.

07:00 PM – Hiking around Macau Streets going to Wynn Hotel for the Dancing Fountain.

----- Where is dinner? ------

07:30 PM – Continued walking going to Star World Casino and played slot machines for a while.

09:00 PM – Head back to Galaxy Hotel going to terminal.

10:10 PM – We arrived at Taipa Temporary Ferry Terminal where Cotai Jet is for trip back to HK.

11:00 PM – Boarding Cotai Jet going back to HK

12:00 AM – Took Taxi going back to Tsim Sha Tsui.

Day 4

Since not all of us are on the same flight. My bro and the other girls are on the first flight while I and aunts is on the evening. After leaving the guest house, we took the train going to Citygate Outlets Mall and stayed there until 3 PM.

05:00 PM – Checked-in for our HK-MNL flight

06:30 PM – Boarding 5J

09:00 PM – Back to NAIA T3

Well, this is our Hong Kong Macau Itinerary July 2013. I’ll be posting my detailed experience on some of our destinations. J

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Gu Family Book: My Best Drama for This Year

Category: Entertainment

Genre: Korean Drama

My Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Must be my best drama for this year! Everything is great, the story, cinematography, effects, actors and actresses all work so great. The villain is very evil and I really hate its character had a deserved ending. Kang Chi and Yeo Wool chemistry is really good. Goon and Tae So’s respect and love to Yeol Wool is very great. I love how the writer didn’t bother to make a conflict between it.  Also loved how Kang Chi’s parents turned out in the end, though they have to endure so much but still end up together beautifully even if it’s meant to die. And the ending is really satisfying. I really enjoyed watching this.

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Diary Entry #30

2013 came by so fast and we are already in the middle of it. What may have happened during the past 6 months was great and hoping for the next 6 months will be filled with more blessings, thrills and adventures.

January to June was not that busy. Fewer vacations and more time working at home. But July to December will be busy I bet. I’ll be busy working too much to save for my Birthday, Hong Kong, Davao, Singapore and monthly travel to Cebu for my Derma visits. Good thing I don’t have a family that depends on me alone, I have more time to do this things.

My working student is now graduating in High School. Time flies that fast without noticing it.

Jenn is now engaged to JR. It’s been 1 year since she left for Taiwan and now is back. Got tons of dark chocolate and a blue hobo bag from her.

Jocurt is now on nursery. My girlfriends’ babies are now starting to go to school, but I still don’t have my own kid to look after too. It’s a no-no for this time for many reasons though I wished I have one.

Acne problems came back after a year of hiatus! Hahahaha… So I have to go back to my treatment which at this time is very expensive. Cost me 10k for the medicines. I was like… What? And not included the monthly 2k facial treatment. I feel like… I should be beautiful the next day for these expensive medicines.

Now trying to live a healthier life, went back to exercising, 8 minute crunches daily, more fluid intakes, and more veges and fruits. I feel that my body is getting old and have to start living correctly after abusing it during my college and early adult years. I’ll be 28 soon, the next thing I know, I’ll be thirty!

I miss my life as kid! J

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zalora.com.ph MKGCEBU Sale

How many of us here enjoyed shopping at zalora.com.ph using the MKGCEBU coupon from Cebu Pacific? How much have you spent and save?

Me? I bought a lot, from shoes to dress to lotion! It’s 50% percent off on top of the discounts. So its double discount from my point of view! I’m just a happy shopper.

I shared the good to news to my brother and also to my BF, they also decided to purchase. Bro bought a Levi’s shoes and a Spyder Sunglasses and BF purchased 3 Maui and Sons Surfer shorts, Nike Tees, and a Maui and Sons Surfer Tees. I also attached some items along with their orders (hihihihi), Tops from Bayo and f.101, chemise from Underneath, Halo Laptop Bag, and a connector ring.

BF and bro was hesitant at first because they were concerned with the authenticity of the products, but still I was able to persuade them. My order was first to arrived and showed them my items, all are in good condition, authentic and is packed properly to make sure it arrives to you in good condition.

all these for 1800 php only :)

The 3 of us want to thank both zalora.com.ph and Cebu Pacific for the sale. I hope in the future you will also offer discounts like this that is not only available for first time customers but also to your existing customers. J

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Sungkyunkwan Scandal and A Gentleman’s Dignity

Category: Entertainment

Genre: Korean Drama

My Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lately, I have not followed any recent K-Dramas as I have not found any interesting stories yet. So I decided to watch Sungkyunkwan Scandal and A Gentleman’s Dignity.

image cr to koreandrama.org

I didn’t know there were a lot of hot guys around Sungkyunkwan especially Geol Oh and Yeorim. (haha) Watching the drama for 2 days was fun. The story was good too. It's about friendship despite social status and loyalty and love between family and relationship. Especially the portrayal of a father’s love his son who is even willing to risk political power for his son which I think is the part of this movie. It’s the kind of drama that you miss the characters so much after watching it.

image cr to koreandrama.org

I watched A Gentleman’s Dignity because of ate Aya’s recommendation and Lee Jung Hun presence. This drama is also fun especially the opening of each episode portraying the 4 Gentleman’s Past and how they started and valued their friendship. The ladies are also fun, despite their age difference and status, they still manage to get along very well because of the Gentlemen! I think this drama has one of the great ending’s I have watched because it’s not too fast forward. I really enjoyed watching this. 

For Sungkyunkwan Hotties and Sexy Gentlemen, I give 5 stars.

PS: OSTs are addictive specially My Love by Lee Jung Hyun. :)

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Noblesse Rai (278)

cr to egscans and creators

He looked so cool with black suit! Now, what's gonna happen with him? His already weak I'm worried as much as Frankenstein do...

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Noblesse: Rai

I miss Rai while he was hibernating and his friends are busy fighting against the union. The scenes are really getting intense now where clan leaders helping each other, evil vs good... I just can't wait for the next EP. How will the enemy react with his presence on he battle field.

Those eyes are really angry! "KNEEL!"

cr to egscans :)

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Warrior Baek Dong Soo

Category: Movie
Genre: Korean Drama

image cr to hancinema

I watched this because I missed YSH so much after watching him at Missing You and knowing that he enlisted already. I like the story but hated the ending. Why does Yoo Un have to die? Why Yang Choo Rip have to be like that? Why do the Sky Lords’ subordinates have to go against his orders well in fact it was for their own good too? I know already about the ending that Yoo Un have to die, but with that reason, I find it very shallow. It was way better when they have just let Yoo Un alive and leave Hanyang just like how he planned it. That way, viewers will have a light heart after watching the drama. I really wanna crush Cho Rip’s face. He is the real evil in the drama.

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Yoo Seung Ho Enlistment

His so manly here. I Miss You already.

After watching Yoo Seung Ho in his latest drama I Miss You, I have been a bit obsessed and been wanting to see him more often specially with that shy smile that melts me away. Damn this kid, so cute. Well, I didn’t know he has planned to enlist early in ROK. I didn’t also bother reading news lately due to my busy schedule. I think he is the first Korean Male stars I have known to enlist at his early 20’s. Unlike other Korean actors such KNG, Hyun Bin, Rain, etc enlisted to ROK at their late 20’s.

Now I think about it, getting enlisted to army in an early age must be a good and wise decision among Korean stars as it will not interrupt their carrier if they do it later. My respect also to YSH for that matured decision he made. I mean it was cool right?

Now I think about it, the first time I saw this on TV was at Queen Seon Deok as Kim ChunChu. He was really cute during that time. Then later watched him as the Jade Emperor in Arang and the Magistrate, Kang Baek Ho in Operation Proposal and as Kang Hyun Jun in I Miss You. Right now I’m still watching his previous drama Warrior Baek Dung Soo. Arrrrgh. I’m pretty sure I’m gonna miss this kid. I’ll just probably watch his previous dramas and movies while he is in ROK.

Well, I’m gonna miss this kid and will definitely wait for his comeback after 2 years. T.T

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How To Disable Globe Tattoo Toolbar Permanently

It’s not only me and I know there are many Globe Tattoo users out there who also gets annoyed with the Toolbar. That small violet squared thing that appears on the lower right side of your browser. Few months ago, they have launched the toolbar. Even after doing some research on how to get rid of it, I still can’t figure how to so instead I bookmarked the unsubscribe link. So every time I clear my cache or use an incognito mode for browsing, I will have to click the link just to get rid of the toolbar since it doesn’t leave permanently. Aside from it's annoying, I also noticed that when the toolbar is active, it affects my browsing speed. It sometimes slows my browser specially when using my netbook. Does anyone experience that also? Or was it just me...

Well anyway, just recently, I noticed that the unsubscribe link doesn’t work anymore. No matter how many times I click it, the toolbar doesn’t leave my browser. Frustrated and annoyed again, I search again for any methods on how to get rid of it but to no luck, nothing worked. Then later I found out after clicking on the menus on the toolbar that it can be permanently disabled. In case you didn’t find the menu yet, here’s how to disable Globe Tattoo toolbar permanently.

• Hover over your mouse on the toolbar. Usually you'll find it on the lower right side of your browser.

• After you hover over it, the menus will show then click on the button with the Question Mark.

• You'll then be given another set of menus, click on the Disable Button, the with an X.

• Then click " I WANT TO DISABLE MY TATTOO TOOLBAR PERMANENTLY' and that's it.

Glad that Globe had finally figured it out how to permanently get rid with Globe Tattoo toolbar. Now let's continue browsing... :) 

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Pilipinas Pasaporte

Finally got my passport delivered right at my doorstep. Now that I have it, what's next?

Let it rot in the cabinet for the next five years! hihihi

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Lie to Me

Category: Movie
Genre: Korean Drama

Good but gets so boring! It was good during the first few episode but gets boring after. I even have to skip some scenes. At least 2 beautiful persons were there, cute Sang Hee and the beautiful Manager Park, whoah, I just love her hair! :)

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K-Drama: Can We Get Married?

Category: Movie

Genre: Korean Drama

cr to hancinema

As I write my short review for this drama, I was thinking why did I start watching this?

That was probably when I was bored and really was looking for my dose of Korean drama and ended up watching Can We Get Married?. I first recognized Jung So Min from Bad Guy and Playful Kiss, which is why I probably decided to watch this.

I got hooked from the very first episode because the story is more realistic that the usual K-Drama I have watched. No magic spells or flying objects, no overly rich characters or the super perfect boy next door that every girl wished of. It tells more about the reality among couples and families, how they manage their life and how they cope up with it.

Our first couple Hye Yun and Jung Hoon is the main leads here. Hye Yun is from a poor family where she was raised by her overly annoying mother. She has inferiority complex and envied his boyfriend’s family because they seemed perfect. Jung Hoon, raised from a rich family and work as a toy designer. He’s the guy who is willing to do everything for her manipulating girlfriend, Hye Yoon. Their relationship was perfect for them until it starts to drip off after they planned to get married. Personality issues, social status and annoying mother from both sides are among the reasons. I was glad my mom is not like their mother.

Dong Bi and Gi Joong, best friends of the main leads, are both from rich family. They are dating for 5 years and broke up when the guy was set up to marry someone else as business engagement. Deul Rae and Min Ho are the late bloomer couple. They are less problematic and happy go lucky pair which I think that gives humor to this drama. Hae Jin and Do Hyun are the problematic couples undergoing divorce trial. These two are the most complicated pair in this drama. Dr. and Mrs Ha, parents of Jung Hoon, are the lovely couple in this drama. They are old but still really love each other. They are the perfect picture for Grow Old with You relationship. Deul Ja, Hae Yun and Hye Jin mother, is I think the antagonist and the cause of the problem in this drama. She is very annoying and always wears those vibrant blue eye shadows which she thinks really look good on her. She deserved her ending in the drama. NOTE: She didn’t die! :)

I am glad I watched this drama. It’s not a waste of my time because as I watched it, I got lessons learned. Congratulations to the writer and staffs. It was a really great drama!

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Groupon.ph Did It Again - Delivery failed!

Category: Internet Shopping

I already had a bad experience with groupon.ph previously with a very late delivery. And now, they did it again, almost 3 months from expected date of delivery and still nothing has been received. I contacted their support through facebook, and it’s so funny when they replied that the item is for OTD, which when I asked the representative what does OTD means and replied that it stands for On-Time Delivery when it’s already very late.

It’s very frustrating and annoying when other group buying companies can manage on time deliveries and then groupon.ph always never fail to deliver it late – or never delivers. Right now I doubt it if I can really receive my order. This site is really out on my shopping sites!

Update: 1-10-13

Whoah! After sending numerous email and getting the same reply from their support. My item finally arrived! Why do I have to pay P60? Hay naku! Gikapoy nako sa ilang pamaagi!

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Enchanted Lights and Sound Experience

Category: Travel
Type: Events
My Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This was during our travel in Manila last December. My Tita keeps telling us to watch the show at Makati and I didn’t bother to listen as she keeps talking about it. Because we were travelling kids, so after shopping at Ermita, Kuya Godo drove us Makati. As an adult watching the show for about 30 minutes, I felt like I was a kid again. It was like a part from of a 90’s fairy tale movies made into a reality! And the good thing is, YOU CAN EVEN WATCH IT FOR FREE! (Hihihi)

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