Ageless Ian Veneracion

Hi, I've been wanting to post something in my blog but actually, I was just lazy enough to do so. Why? Well, to be honest I kept on daydreaming of Ian Veneracion's face these past few days eversince the pilot episode of Pangako Sa'yo teleserye remake began last Monday, May 25.

For those of you who have seen especially the first 3 episodes. I know you will feel the same sentiments that I do now. I don't usually comment on actors/actresses and even die hard fan of soap operas but this one caught my eye. Jodi Sta Maria and Ian Veneracion's tandem is oozing with surprises, butterflies in the stomach moments and the part where you like to scream your heart out with emotional outburst. Yeah, that's how I feel. It's like I'm infatuated, in a good way though.

Aside from that what's the secret of Ian Veneracion's baby face at the age 40? It seems like he has a vampire gene. Hehe pardon me for saying it but maybe it's true. What a youthful look after all these years. My only hope is to meet this guy and probably have a little chat with him over interesting topics. Hmmm, I'm not sure how it will happen but I trust the universe up there. Ciao!

                 Photo courtesy from the twitter.

The Secret: a story review

Hi, this week has been very interesting to me personally.  I joined the Wattpad community and it really made me feel so fulfilled discovering a group of writers sharing their books and other writing specialties.

My first book being read was "The Secret" written by Ms. Darly Jamison. It was an intense thriller book with some twisted plot. I like it that the characters have it's impact with each other and collaborates in a manner that is not predictable at all. My favorite character in the story is Sarah or Natalia. She has a strong and determine character in the story. Also, Mrs. Wilson is an adorable and one notable character. I will not mention all of the characters of this story nor the full plot of it for those of you who are interested to read. I don't want to be your spoiler alert. Hehe

Anyway, if you're a book or story lover and has already joined Wattpad. You can search Darly's book The Secret on it's search engine. Or you can sign up for Wattpad for free reading of this story. I will get back with you once I finished reading its sequel, Secrets and Lies. Happy reading guys!

PS. This story won a 2014 Watty Award so it's worth your reading.

All time favorite: Cebu's famous Lechon Belly

I went to Festival Mall Alabang tonight and to my surprise found out a food stall in their food court about Cebuano food, the famous lechon belly. Ohhh, I almost die with happiness. It's been awhile since I haven't tried Cebu's finest lechon. Yeah, I tried some lechon here in Manila areas but sorry for this criticism of mind, sometimes it taste blunt and the worst thing is it depended on Mang Tomas sauce to taste better. In which,  I apologize again in my own opinion defeats the own taste of Lechon that it should be tasty enough to be eaten on its own or just needs a little soy or chili vinegar for the dippings. I know most people here in Luzon just love the taste of Mang Tomas but for me, it's smells like a vomit and taste so weird. Again, sorry for me saying these things.

Below is what I bought today for dinner. I love to pair my lechon belly with puso^ (hanging rice). It's just Cebuanos' old time favorite. Just eat this moderately though or you'll get hypertension or raise your cholesterol level. Our health is still our wealth so just indulge a little at a time. Ciao!

On disappointments & perking up!

I am a little bit disappointed with myself today. I almost lost my wedding ring and it made me feel panicked. I believe I am reckless when it comes to valuable things and yes, I've learned my lesson.

Now, I paused and gather my thoughts before I have to go to work. I don't want to see my people feeling the guilt I had this morning when I realized my wedding ring was not in the place where I supposed to put it. This place I am hanging right now may be expensive for a disappointed soul like mine but it sure is one of the best places I go to during the days that I hated myself. Other people might say, why go somewhere when you're not in the mood. This is just my way of making myself happy and loved despite the failures and mistakes I've done. You know treating myself with a cup of my favorite tea or eating a piece of multigrain bagel in a nice and cozy place with lots of friendly people laughing and staff asking you if you're okay is such a contiguous experience to make a lousy day brighter. By the way, I'm at Starbucks right now.

It seems that I'm all set for work now. Here's a thought I've got from Bro. Bo Sanchez ' instagram. Hopefully,  this will change the course of my day.

Matabungkay Beach Resort Resto Food Review

Hi, sharing to you a review from our 2 weeks ago roadtrip to Batangas to hunt some great beaches. In our road trip our final hault went to Matabungkay Beach Resort in which we ate our late lunch.

Their restaurant was nice with all the mixture of wood and modern design. The ambience was pretty busy there were guests in the lobby talking and on the other area near the restaurant was I supposed teachers learning music tunes as their summer studies, I guess.

We ordered 2 meals, one for my hubby and myself. My husband ordered Sizzling Blue Marlin and I ordered this Sizzling Seafood Bounty. The attendant not so suggestive but polite when answering questions.  She give us a bottle of water in which I mistakenly thought a bottle of wine since I think it is a recycled bottle from an empty wine. Very clever and environment friendly. We also had a glass of mango shake.

Now, the place was not well ventilated. I dunno there are only few ceiling fans and it is hot. Although, the place is open but there was no air coming in that much. I hope they just added a few electric fans. Anyway, we got our ordered food not too long. My hubby's sizzling blue marlin was tasty yet the meat was a bit dry inside. My ordered meal the sizzling seafood bounty to my surprise was a bit disappointing. The seafood was chopped tiny that I could not recognize if it's still there. The only thing I consistently taste are the bell peppers and onions. The sauce nothing too special,  I am a cook myself and it's like a del monte tomato sauce being mixed-up in the meal. For a meal worth P275.00 in one order, I can say it's not that worth it. Anyway,  the mango shake was sweet and purely real ripe mangoes.

To sum it up, I may come back but maybe I'll order for another food. Also, I will be bring an extra folding fan with me to ease the heat if ever it will be summer. It seems their facilities is okay so I might try that also if there's another chance we could come back next year .

LOST

Sharing to you a poem I wrote last year.. Human imperfections lead to mistakes but beyond it is the ability to think and retract the course of action.

LOST
By MTA
10.23.14 @01:15am
           
Crazy, crazy night
Just needed it right
In a cozy place            
Contemplating her solace..
                                              
A shadow of evil proposes       
It came in like slow flashes         
Of creepy light as it touches
In the depth of her naive lips.

It responded yet it feared
The feeling seems distinct
Yet it feels the sweet caress
As she feels his kisses flourish.

Beyond and beyond..
It awaken such query
Is this a mistake worth trying?
Or just that perfect crime..

                      #

a selfless love!

Remembering one of my life's mentor when I was in high school, Atty. Nina Valenzona of Share A Child Movement. I was scrolling my mails checking for some poems that I've saved before I switch to a new phone last year and I happen to come across with my message for this wonderful woman during her death a year ago, around February 2014.

Now,  I am emotional again here because I will never be the kind of person I am today if it's not for her guidance, kindness and selfless acts. I was one of her scholars. She and her mom Atty. Esperanza Valenzona built a shelter and refuge for those poor kids like myself to be their haven especially in creating educational and learning opportunities.  It's sad that whoever made the world a better place was the one taken away by death so early.

Here's my mesaage for her that I kept to be reminded of her unconditional love to others in need..

Mama

Here's a poem I wrote last year. Hope it would be great to share it to all the mothers in the world..

Ironic, how a word can define           

More than a thousand thoughts
Of joy and uncondiional love
Oh, such a humbling character.  

It lingers when you speak
A delicate woman who carries
Burden, pain and a vast of risk
Never fails to rejoice life's best.

I adore this steadfast creature
Perfection is but a possibility
Those kind hands and warm hugs
A treat everyone wants to have... 

   (10.29.14 @23:14)

                         #

My First Herb Plant

Another thing that inspired me yesterday was when I stopped by at SM Makati Supermarket and bought my very first herb plant. Wow, I was amazed to see a lot of herb plants on display. It's so wonderful to look at. If only hubby is with me. I would have bought more.. It can save me more money in the future if I get to complete their varieties as I can have my own herb garden and have fresh herbs for cooking.

 I bought coriander when called as a seed but it's leaves is called cilantro. I love to put this in my burritos and tacos.

Half of SM Makati Supermarket wall herb display. Amazing!

One Fruitful Day!

Before I'll sleep tonight, I just want you guys to know that I had an "amazing" day having attended a seminar or "kwentohan" as what our speaker Mr. Jelson Estrella Capilos of JEC Trainings said. The topic was about Customer Service but presented in a very different and specifically tailored approach.

Now, I believe that the universe or God whatever the strong force up above is conspiring me to do greater things. For the past few weeks, I would admit that I am so desperate to find ways of doing something that I love more than my regular job. I know I can find the resources but I don't have the confidence nor the drive or the will power. Yes, if you know me dearly, you might be laughing right now because my closes circle of friends see me as a confident person or someone that won't mess up when it comes to realizing dreams . Yet, the truth is, when it comes to my passion I have less faith in myself. Maybe because I need someone to push me harder or guide me? And I thank heaven for this opportunity of hearing someone's perspective of self-worth, unconditional love and financial education. Perhaps, I was not sitting in one of Mr. Francis Kong's preach as I dreamed last month when I saw his post in his facebook page that he'll have a talk sometime this coming month of June but Mr. Capilos, our speaker the whole day is not less than Mr. F. Kong himself when it comes to inspiring other people and moving them closer to their goal. I added, another one mentor today and life is interestingly getting better and better amidst so many challenges . Soon, I'll get there. It may take awhile but I'll try to be truly committed. #

Photo courtesy from JEC Trainings (Just Enjoy the Company) Facebook page.

Summer Roadtrip

Today is my rest day and I get to go with hubby in a road trip to beach hunt for some quality beach for their company outing. The photo I shared here is from one of the beach resorts that we visited in Batangas. The scenery made my mind so crystal clear when I saw the sparkling water and the fine whitish sand. I wish we could stay longer and had brought the laptop. It's a place for gathering of lots and lots of wild thoughts. #bellabeachresort

Dashboard Confessional 's vox supporting Manny Pacquiao's fight!

Photo credits from Dashboard Confessional facebook page.

Time to begin.

Hmm, it's 3:30am and here I am trying to make this blog. It's been awhile since I haven't wrote anything in particular. This blog will perhaps be my bleeding and safe ground. Horray for a new beginning!