LP: Linis (Clean)

Kay bilis ng panahon hindi ako makapaniwala Oktubre na ngayon.Ilang tulog na lang at Pasko na naman. Ngayong Huwebes ang paksa sa Litratong Pinoy ay 'Linis'. Sa pagbubungkal ko sa baul ng mga lumang larawan ay nakita ko ang mga ito. Kuha ko ito noong ako ay -teen pa lamang (1989). Bale nagsasanay ako sa pagkuha ng larawan gamit ang yumao kong Yashica SLR camera.

Ang nasa larawan ay nanay ng tiyahin kong si Ate Viring na asawa ng tiyo kong si Danny na kapatid naman ng nanay ko. Kailangan kong ipakilala si Lola Petra bilang paggalang sa ala-ala niya at ng kanyang anak na si Ate Viring. Si Lola Petra ay tipikal na matanda sa kanila na humihithit ng sigarilyo habang nagwawalis o naglilinis ng kanilang bakuran. Kuha pala ito sa tahanan nila sa Pila, Laguna.

Silip naman tayo sa iba pang lahok dito sa Litratong Pinoy.

Where you can make online donations for Ondoy victims

I got this donation sources/widgets from my resourceful friend Shie of Shie's Asylum. Just click on the following links to make your online donations for typhoon victims.

 

Philippine National Red Cross

  

Caritas Manila

 

GMA Kapuso Foundation

  

ABS-CBN Foundation

Health watch: FLOOD

Typhoon Ondoy like any other natural disasters that hit our country had left us with unforgettable and painful experiences. But there are valuable lessons we should remember from all of them...lessons to keep us all going...

...The destruction of lives and livelihood is usually caused by lack of preparedness - with or without calamity. The following are the things each family should prepare for before calamity happens.

Tips to observe with (or without) an impending typhoon.

• Dispose your garbage properly so it won't clog the drainage and become the source of infection.
• Make sure that power lines are stable or firmly connected; shut down the main power if necessary.
• Boil your drinking water for two minutes or more; save sterilized water. 
• Store foods that are not easy to perish.
• Complete vaccination for children.
  
• Prepare a "first aid kit", fire extinguisher, flashlight or candle, and battery-operated radio.

In the event of an evacuation:

• Listen only to reports and reminders coming from the proper authorities.
• Calmly follow all the reminders during evacuation.
• Be careful not to step on open manholes and street gutter.
• Avoid the path near or leading to the river.
• Using a rope, head to the part where the current is coming from. Never loose your grip on the rope. 

Assistance for a fellow blogger's family

Our fellow blogger Willa Stock, who is based in Canada now is requesting Good Samaritans to spare a penny for her relatives who are badly needing help here in the Philippines. She said in her post that her sister lost everything in the flood brought by typhoon Ondoy. Here's what she said on her entry.

"My family and relatives back in my home country, Philippines, is one of the many victims of killer typhoon,Ondoy, that attack 3 days ago. It was the worst typhoon record that hit the part of Luzon. Two days after not hearing anything from them, my sister sent me a text message today that they literally lost everything and no money to buy a food, there's no way for them to ask help from others because, they too are a victim.
I already send them some of my own, even my son Patrick is so willing to give them the money he got for his birthday. I am now asking my fellow bloggers if you can spare a penny out of your paypal account,credit card or debit card .I would appreciate it more than anything. It breaks my heart because living far away from them, this is the only thing I can do. I wish I could do more."

Maybe we can help her sister deal with her predicament now. You may drop at Willa's site if you wish to help her sister. Thank you.

Bayanihan Fund Drive: Donate to Ondoy Flood Victims

Picking up the pieces for victims of Ondoy. I'm appealing to our readers to spare a few amount or spread the word about Bayanihan Fund Drive: Donate to Ondoy Flood Victims, initiated by Barrio Siete dot com.

1.) Make a donation to our Bayanihan Fund Drive: Donate to Ondoy Flood Victims. If you can’t, then help us by making this viral and create an entry entitled: “Bayanihan Fund Drive: Donate to Ondoy Flood Victims“. A link to this original entry will be appreciated where your readers can make a donation. Please leave us a note in the comment section if you are joining so we can list your entry, in case the pingback doesn’t work.

2.) Invite other bloggers to join our “Bayanihan Fund Drive: Donate to Ondoy Flood Victims”

3.) We will list the names of the donors in a worksheets, their organization and/or their websites, unless they prefer to be anonymous.

4.) The listing will be updated regularly and will be posted here in Barrio Siete Dot com.

5.) We are only accepting monetary donations in currencies accepted by Paypal.

6.) All donations will be remitted only to the Philippine National Red Cross in Manila. (We have not made any contact with them yet.)

7.) If you prefer: You can make donations directly to the Philippine National Red Cross. Here is the link: Ways to donate

In Barrio Siete, this is where you can make your donation. We will in turn, turn this over to the Philippine National Red Cross.

Thousands have lost their homes, many children are now hungry and stranded on their rooftops. Rescue workers are overloaded with the burden of saving thousands waiting to be saved. Please help by putting a badge or making a small donation.If you would be so kind as to help please click the badge above and you land on the official donation page.

Thanks Mahalia of Chocolateword.net for inviting me to join this cause.

More than the holes in our roof

A little  girl is carried to safety through flood waters in  Manila.

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People wait for rescue on the top of their submerged houses in Cainta of Rizal

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People wait for rescue on a submerged bridge also in Cainta, Rizal

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We have been sleeping in our living room since Saturday night and might still be the setup in a few more days until our roof is fixed. We were roused from sleep by the drizzle emanating from the small holes in our roof the morning typhoon Ondoy hit the National Capital Region and adjacent provinces. We are thankful that it's only holes that we are dealing with here. We still have a roof over our head unlike thousands of our kababayan left homeless by Ondoy? Its heart breaking to see people (on TV) scamper to their safety. At the makeshift evacuation centers people are crying begging for Good Samaritan to donate food and clothing, the immediate concern of evacuees especially for their youngster.

 

We were eating dinner then and saw this man crying for food. Hubby and I pause for a while. He said if only we can donate something for them to eat like canned goods. But we can't go out as we have no means of transportation to get to the site. Our motorcycle has yet to be registered so hubby would not be able to drive it to the national road. Maybe I can use my site to spread the words by urging people to donate for the flood victims. Word of advice: make sure that the foundation/organizations/individuals receiving donations in cash and in kind are legitimate ones. We would not want our hard earned money to put to waste or end up in the wrong hands. 

When the actual calamity hits, you will be left only with your faith in God! No matter how strong you think you are, it will only be the mercy of God that will sustain you! (Source)

(To my online friends I haven't been able to visit your site because our DSL connection at home was temporarily cut off, it was restored Sunday morning but still working intermittently.)

FTF: Pan de Manila

Care for some snack from Pan de Manila?

Hot pandesal with Garlic Butter or Coco Jam, mamon, instant coffee, and bread stick. Let's eat! Let see what other foodies are cooking up today at Food Trip Friday.

MM: That's my favorite

Today's theme is about 'That's my favorite'. I'm excited to share with you some stuff and activities my children enjoy doing these days.

Maybe some of you remember my previous post about my daughter's fondness of reading books. She also loves to draw in her spare time.

Here's the latest addition to her collection of books.

 

 

Here are some of her drawings she made today.

 

She's a Michael Jackson fan no doubt...

 

Her favorite MJ CDs...

 

My son is fascinated with reading ghost stories lately. Bet you won't enjoy reading them at night...

Khalil is a big boy alright but he never goes to sleep without one of these Teddies beside him...

 

Meet furby, the battery-operated Japanese-talking doll...I also love this toy. Hear it sing Twinkle Little Star in Japanese. He's so cute. (^L^)

 

 More of Mommy Moments here. Have fun! (^_^)/

GT: Things women can do that men cannot

Niko, the beautiful mom behind Girls Talk, is asking another thought provoking question for women bloggers this week: What are the things women can do that men cannot?

I saw this piece from cosmopolitan.com which is very apt for today's theme. I thought I might share this with fellow GT girls.

Twenty-one things only chicks can do

1. Get pregnant

2. Fake it (maybe it refers to the big ‘O’)

3. Ask for directions

4. Look sexy while sipping fruity cocktails

5. Live longer

6. Have multiple ‘O’

7. Multitask

8. Get a new last name

9. Wear skirts

10. Get out of a speeding ticket

11. Become a cougar, not a dirty old man

12. Wing it on the dance floor...convincingly

13. Wear high-heels

14. Flirt with the bouncer

15. Blame it on PMS

16. Grow out our hair

17. Cover up a zit

18. Get aroused without the entire room knowing it

19. Wear a thong

20. Get a manicure

21. Make a longer list of our talents

Can men beat this list? I bet not. How about you what do you think are our edge over boys? Find out at Girls Talk.

Litratong Pinoy: Palengke (market)

Medyo maulan at madilim na ang paligid kaya ganito ang resulta ng lahok ko ngayong Huwebes. Ito ang talipapa o maliit na bersyon ng palengke sa lugar namin. Kumpleto naman ang mga paninda dito kaya para ka na ring namalengke sa pamilihang bayan.

Dito ang hilera ng baboy, manok at isda

 

Sariwang gulay naman ang mabibili dito

 

Tindahan din ng gulay ang nakapwesto dito dangan nga lang at nakapagligpit na ang tindera dahil gabi na.

Silip tayo sa iba pang lahok ngayong Huwebes sa Litratong Pinoy. Maligayang Huwebest! 

Keep your kids' immune system strong

Photo source: http://filipinotimes.wordpress.com/2009/06/17/update-on-h1n1-in-philippines-3-new-cases-in-bacolod/

I get paranoid at the slightest rash or bruise develop by my kids. I tried to shield them from insect bites by applying a lot of mosquito repellent on their skin. There were times I tried closing all our windows even at daytime to prevent smoke from running vehicles from coming in but, they still get sick. Even if they are vaccinated from the common diseases of children they still developed measles, chicken pox and flu. The best thing that I learned over the years is to make their immune system strong by giving them age-appropriate vitamins and provide them budget-friendly meal that include the staple rice, fish or meat, common variety of vegetables, bread and milk, and fruits in season. Also, children should be taught the importance of proper hygiene. Aside from knowing the things that will make your kids healthy maybe its time that we should know the current trend of infections in the country. Here's a quick read at  Yam's Files.

Do you think you're hot?

I got this tag from Len of Sunday Blues

Do you think you're hot?

Too hot to handle. LOLz

Why do you love (like) this picture?

One of the highlights of my career as a reporter and an AIDS advocate.

When was the last time you eat pizza?

Last July 20, 2009 take out Yellow Cab @ SM Fairview

What is the latest song you’ve heard?

Paparazzi by Lady Gaga

What are you doing while working on this game?

Adgitize and Entrecard drop

What is your favorite nick name?

Yam or Yami 'coz it sounds pleasant to my ear.

What kind of person are you?

An introvert type, sweet, jealous but loving. I'm a couch potato (don't ask about my weight pls). Prefers sleeping than reading or writing.

What is your favorite song?

Somebody by Depeche Mode and Love of my life by Queen.

What is (are) your favorite food?

Fried or grilled pork liempo. Adobo. Pork or Beef Sinigang. Kare-Kare.

What is (are) the most stressful thing(s) to you?

Household chores not done on time. Bills with past due date. Examination period of my kids. Waking up late on weekdays. Out of cash. hehe. 

What is your favorite color/s?

Pastel colors

Please tag other friends of yours.

I'm tagging all my girlfriends in the blogosphere...

What is your not-fulfilled-yet dream?

Travel, travel and more travel. Build a beautiful house. But when I was working I also dream of publishing (more) award-winning articles. Start a scriptwriting career. Be eloquent in the English language.

What is your favorite city to stay?

Quezon City

Listening to Papa Jack is habit forming

Sorry may pagka-bakya ako ngayon pero I'm listening to Papa Jack's radio program over 90.70 Love Radio. Influence ko si hubby dito. Napangkinggan kasi niya minsan ang program ni Papa Jack sa bus while he was on his way home from work. The good-looking DJ gives advice and berate if necessary some pasaway na callers in a wacky manner. He holds two programs TLC (True love conversations) aired around 10 p.m. and Wild confessions 12 midnight 'til 2 a.m. TLC usually deals with relationship problems while Wild confessions gives listeners the chance to air their intimate experience. The caller has the option to reveal the details of his or her intimate moments. Papa Jack however discouraged young callers to go into the details. He would simply ask the caller if he or she feels sorry for what he did or what happened to him or her. And let them promise not to do the act again by making them recite a funny mantra like..."di ko na gagawin ang blah, blah...sumpa man...suman, palaman, batman, pacman...so on. LOLz

While this guy is gaining so many followers/listeners, the prudent cast doubt on his ability to give advise as the program allegedly touches sensitive discussion on sex that may affect or influence young listeners. Personally, I don't think Papa Jack's program is anchored towards that. I think his programs only serve as leeway to a much more important issue of sex education to the broader spectrum of reproductive health (e.g. contraceptive use).

One more thing, Papa Jack's program was able to bring to the fore a rape case involving a teenage girl who was molested not by one but two family members. He offered to help the girl to bring her case to the proper authorities. The segment generate public concern. Callers urged Papa Jack to help the poor girl. Haven't heard of of the case since then. But at least Papa Jack has done his part to let the girl talk and probably open up to the appropriate people...

Activities my kids enjoy on a rainy day

My kids know exactly how to keep themselves busy during the rainy days. If I am to enumerate what those activities are then I would be answering Earth's question for her rainy day contest which goes something like this. "What fun actividies you do indoors or outdoors to make your rainy day fun?"

Well, here's what my kids do to while away the time. Depending on their mood on a particular rainy day, they either spend their time watching TV or DVD movie, play the computer, read books, listen to MJ or Lady Gaga, sometimes draw and last but not least eat. We rarely take a nap in the afternoon so me and hubby (if its a weekend) would join our kids in watching the latest DVD movie.

If you are interested to be part of Earth's online contest visit her site now for more details and see what's in store for you once you are picked as the lucky winner.

I heard Earth will be giving away day passes to Island Cove, an Island Cove Spa treatment, gift certificate at TGI Fridays, gimmick pass to Padis Point and facial treatment at Fucoidan. Hurry and join the fun. Contest end on Sept. 23 (Wednesday).

Tag On Relationships

Another interesting tag from Onlinemommy and Mauie.

What are your middle names?
Alipoon and Vivo

How long have you been together?
13 years

How long did you know each other before you started dating?

More than a week.

Who asked whom out?
He did.

How old are each of you?

T'3 and T'9

Whose siblings do you see the most?

Mine.

Which situation is the hardest on you as a couple?
I can't think of any at the moment.

Did you go to the same school?

Nope.

Are you from the same home town?

Nope.

Who is smarter?

He does in all aspects. LOLz

Who is the most sensitive?
I do.

Where do you eat out most as a couple?

Pizza Hut (ages ago).

Who has the craziest exes?

Mine :D

Who has the worst temper?
Me.

Who does the cooking?

Me.

Who is the neat-freak?
Him. 

Who is more stubborn?

Me.

Who hogs the bed?

Me?

Who wakes up earlier?

Me.

Who is more jealous?

I do.

How long did it take to get serious?

One week (no kidding).

Who eats more?

Him.

Who does the laundry?

Both of us.

Who’s better with the computer?

Him of course.

Who drives when you are together?

We don’t have a car. But we have a motorcyle which he drives.

I'm passing this cute tag to Mareng Pehpot, Beth and Dee.

A sassy mom tag and more

 I have so much to thank for these days. One of which is for having a number of blogger friends who always remember.

Mareng Pehpot and Clarissa think I'm a sassy blogger. Any violent reaction? LOLz.

I'm overwhelmed with this award from Chris, Onlinemommy and Niko.

Award above implies :

Green: symbolizes the new buddies

Yellow: represents the guys who are always active

Blue: symbolized with PR blogger buddies high

Platform Red: symbolizes that we are all equal, junior or senior is summarized in one place, with the same blood red, and we are brothers.

The last two awards also came from Chris, Niko and Clarissa. Thank you girls for the tag.

I'm pleased to pass this tag to U. Pink, Shie, Rj mama, Chubskulit, Willa, Mizhelle and Mauie.

A new header for my blog

Hubby made this new header for my other blog. Isn't it cool? Gracias mi amor. ^.^

iHeartFaces: Completely Candid

 

This picture was taken about 20 years ago when I was just learning to take good shots using an SLR (single-lens reflex) camera as subject requirement. The little boys are brothers and both are my godsons.

The pictures below were of my kids taken while we were at the mall yesterday...

Khalil

Naomi

Come and see more candid shost at iHeartFaces. Enjoy everyone!  (^_^)/