Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Holiday Glass Frames From Zenni Optical
There are many Holiday frames to choose from, but I really like the Tailored Fashion Acetate Full-Rim Frame with Spring Hinge.
It's so cute and stylish, right?
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Manny Pacquiao Wins!!!
AFP PHOTO/Jewel SAMAD (Photo credit should read JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images)
After the 8th round, Oscar Dela Hoya decided to stop the game and making Manny Pacquiao as the winner of the Dream Match.
“You’re still my idol,” Pacquiao told him.
“No, you’re my idol,” De La Hoya said.
Congratulations Manny Pacman Pacquiao! You really made us (Filipinos) proud!
An alternative for The Dream Match Pacman-Delahoya Live
If you want to watch the Pacquiao-De La Hoya fight live and free, download the SopPlayer software (free to download). Install and then launch SopPlayer, login as anonymous and tune in to
sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267
- or -
sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002
Again, To watch the fight, do the following:
1. Install the SopPlayer software, download it from http://download.sopcast.cn/download/SopCast.zip
2. Install the software, and then launch it.
3. Login as anonymous
4. Enter this sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267 or this sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002 and click on the right arrow
5. Sit back and enjoy the fight.
WATCH HERE: The Dream Match Pacman-Delahoya
An alternative for The Dream Match Pacman-Delahoya Live:
If you want to watch the Pacquiao-De La Hoya fight live and free, download the SopPlayer software (free to download). Install and then launch SopPlayer, login as anonymous and tune in to
sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267
- or -
sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002
Again, To watch the fight, do the following:
1. Install the SopPlayer software, download it from http://download.sopcast.cn/download/SopCast.zip
2. Install the software, and then launch it.
3. Login as anonymous
4. Enter this sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267 or this sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002 and click on the right arrow
5. Sit back and enjoy the fight.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
I'm one of the 50 VIP bloggers in Sony Expo 2008
In addition, all Nuffnangers who will be there at the Sony Expo event will also get the chance to win the brand new Sony VAIO C laptop by writing the best Post-Event entry.
Dinos Alive! World Tour
The lighting of the waterfall facade marked the opening of Dinos Alive Tour 2008 in Manila. Press, celebrities, sponsors and executives were there to have an upclose view of the 31 different robotic dinosaurs. The biggest is 2 storeys high (Apatosaurus).
I saw Mayor Peewee Trinidad of Pasay City and Alvin Patrimonio with his family. They were enjoying the roaring experience in the Cretaceous and Jurassic era.
Anyway, we are very impressed on what they have done to this place. Imagine the “walk-through” dinosaur theme park, that measures 12 times the size of a basketball court (12,000 sq m), is full of fun and adventures.
It only takes one ticket to access the Dinos exhibit and all the fun activities in store for you. Among thses are Purefood dino trains and inflatebles, Alaska game zone, QTV Movie Theater, Caltex fossil dig, Santa's grotto and entertainment provided by magicians, clowns, face painters and the likes.
So, if you want to exprience a different kind of adventure, visit Dinos Alive Tour 2008 at Block 5 of SM Mall of Asia (MOA).
Tickets on weekdays cost P500 for adult, P400 for children below a meter and P1,600 for family package, which includes five tickets.
Weekend ticket prices, on the other hand, are P600 for adult, P450 for children and P1,750 for family package.
Don't worry, Dinos Alive organizers have considered the economic situation and how Filipinos loves going out in large groups. So on top of the family package, 3 supplementary tickets are available for purchase at Php 200 each.
For tickets call Ticket World (02) 891-9999.
"Dinos Alive World Tour" is open to public from Nov. 28, 2008 to Jan. 11, 2009.
They also have party plans. If you plan to celebrate your birthday, Christmas party, or even company outing in Dinos Alive! World Tour, you may get in touch with Mylene Amalgro at 09284170008.
The Dinos Alive! World Tour is guaranteed to thrill audiences young and old in a fun, educational and interactive display of mechanical magic.
For more information on , please visit: http://www.dinosalivetour.com/ or visit their blog at: http://dinosalivetour.wordpress.com/
More pictures: http://irisaeirin.multiply.com/
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Sit On Santa’s Lap
The Sit On Santa’s Lap website lets you upload your picture plus you can tell Santa what you wish for this Christmas. Then Santa's elves will check if you are naughty or nice.
I've tried it. Here's my picture:
Anyway, I've noticed the digital frame that Santa is using. It looks good and I think it will be a great gift this Christmas. It lets you receives photos by phone of Wi-Fi. This frame is another innovation from CEIVA.
CEIVAshare is the simplest way to share photos with your family and friends. Connecting by an existing phone line, CEIVAshare quickly deliver cherished photos to loved ones in an easy, plug-and-play way.
Ceiva is holding a contest called Got a Wish Sweeepstakes. It so easy to join, just like what I did on my video. Upload your picture, and sit on Sata's lap and tell him what you want this Holiday. There will be 1 random entry selected for each day of the contest; cash prize of $500 per winner. So what are you waiting for sit on Santa's lap and join Got a Wish Sweeepstakes.
I Got A Package!
The administrator on the said forum got sick, so the package was delayed. I almost forgot about it, but this morning our security guard called in and said I have a package. I thought it was our pictures from the TMX event. But I was surprised to see that the package came from MD, USA.
Finally, I got my New York shirt. Thanks to Paraiso Philippines Forum.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
The 21st Awit Awards Coverage
Awit Awards, organized by the Philippine Association Of The Record Industry (PARI), once again recognized the Filipino musical talents, performing artists, producers and people behind the making of Filipino recorded music.
Being the prestigious and longest-running award-giving body of the Philippines, Awit Awards has five objectives:
1. To recognize exceptional works of music and the people working behind it;
2. To promote the Philippine music industry, artistry, and legacy;
3. To champion music making and production, at par with global trends and excellence;
4. To showcase talents in an event dedicated to music; and
5. To reinforce the fight against piracy.
PRE-AWARDING
Around 6:30 PM, Callalily and Pedicab started the pre-awarding program with powerful performance. Hosted by Richard Poon and Sitti, the pre-awarding revealed the worthy awardees for Best Inspirational/Religious, Best Christmas, Best Regional, Best Dance, Best Musical Arrangement, Best Vocal Arrangement, Best Engineered Recording and Best Album Package
To name a few awardees for this category:
Yeng Constationo's Salamat won the Best Inspirational/Religious.
A Perfect Christmas by Jed Madela got the Best Christmas Song.
Kuya Angee Rozul's Probinsyana was chosen to be the Best Engineered Recording. (Angee Rozul is my friend's brother) Congrats Kuya!
Anyway, the pre-awarding ended with a Samba performed by Eileen Sison of Guarana together with the sexy dancers from Escola de Samba de Manila. The men were drooling while the dancers moved their hips. I can't blame them as those girls really know how to move on the dance floor, or should I say on stage.
AWARDS PROPER
At exactly 7:45 PM, the stage lights were up again as 6Cyclemind and Sandwich performed a collaboration of Sandwich's Betamax.
Hosted by Christian Bautista and Nikki Gil, the 21st Awit Awards was a combination of award presentations and musical performances. Aside from 6Cyclemind and Sandwich, bands like Itchyworms, Sino Sikat?, Parokya ni Edgar, True Faith, Cueshe, Hale also rocked the night. Nyoy Volante, Julianne, and MYMP had a back to back to back acoustic session. While Richard Poon and Sitti serenaded the crowd. It was really a night of music.
The "Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Award" by the Philippine Association of Record Industries (PARI) was given to Ms. Lea Salonga during the 21st Awit Awards Night. Karylle, Ronnie Liang, Aicelle Santos, Raki Vega, Nikki Gil, Christian Bautista, and Toni Gonzaga paid tribute to the multitalented Ms. Lea Salonga with her hits. Unfortunately, Ms. Lea Salonga was not there to accept the award. Instead, she prepared a short video for all of her fans, family and friends in the industry.
Yeng Constantion received several awards including Best Selling Album of the Year, Album of the Year, and Music Video of the Year. However, Yeng Constatinto is on tour with Gary V. Julianne also received several awards such Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist and Best Performance by a Female Recording Artist.
Though most of the winners were not there to receive the awards, the 21st Awit Awards was a success. It was fun to be a part of this event.
Congratulations to all the winners !
WINNERS OF THE 21ST AWIT AWARDS
Performance Awards
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST | ||
SONG TITLE | ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Tulak Ng Bibig | JULIANNE | MCA Music, Inc. |
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE RECORDING ARTIST | ||
SONG TITLE | ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Sana Maulit Muli | GARY VALENCIANO | Star Recording, Inc. / ASAP Music |
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A DUET | ||
SONG TITLE | ARTISTS | RECORD LABEL |
Hard Habit To Break | JED MADELA & GARY VALENCIANO | Universal Records, Inc. |
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A GROUP RECORDING ARTIST | ||
SONG TITLE | ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Tatsulok | BAMBOO | EMI Philippines |
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST | ||
SONG TITLE | ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Grateful | JULIANNE | MCA Music Inc. |
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW MALE RECORDING ARTIST | ||
SONG TITLE | ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
I'll Take Care Of You | RICHARD POON | MCA Music Inc. |
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW GROUP RECORDING ARTISTS | ||
SONG TITLE | ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Let Me Love You Tonight | RYAN CAYABYAB RCS | Sony BMG Music Phils. |
Creativity AwardsALBUM OF THE YEAR | ||
ALBUM TITLE | PRODUCERS ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Salamat | Laurenti Dyogi, Malou N. Santos & Annabelle R. Borja / Jon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla Yeng Constantino | Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions |
SONG OF THE YEAR | ||
SONG TITLE | COMPOSER ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Ikaw | Medwin Marfil Sarah Geronimo | Viva Records Corp. |
BEST-SELLING ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ||
ALBUM TITLE SONG TITLES | PRODUCERS ARTIST(S) | RECORD LABEL |
Salamat | Laurenti Dyogi, Malou N. Santos & Annabelle R. Borja / Jon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla Yeng Constantino | Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions |
BEST BALLAD | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCERS COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
It's Over Now | Francis Guevarra Louie Ocampo, Joey Albert & Janice de Belen Kyla | EMI Philippines, Inc. |
BEST ROCK | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER (EXEC. OR LINE) COMPOSERS LYRICISTS ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Tatsulok | Bamboo Romeo Dongeto Bamboo | EMI Philippines, Inc. |
BEST NOVELTY | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER(S)/LYRICIST(S) ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Itaktak Mo | Rudy Y. Tee Josephous Ybanez / Joey de Leon Joey de Leon | Sony BMG Music Philippines |
BEST WORLD/ALTERNATIVE MUSIC | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Turning My Safety Off | Neil Gregorio & Sinosikat? Sinosikat? Sinosikat? | Warner Music Philippines |
BEST RAP | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICISTS ARTISTS | RECORD LABEL |
Lando | Jonathan Ong Chito Miranda & Aristotle Pollisco Gloc 9 featuring Francis M | Sony BMG Music Phil. |
BEST JAZZ RECORDING | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Akin Ka | Neil Gregorio & Sinosikat? Sinosikat? Sinosikat? | Warner Music Philippines |
BEST R & B | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSERS/LYRICISTS ARTISTS | RECORD LABEL |
Let Me Love You Tonight | Ryan Cayabyab Ryan Cayabyab Ryan Cayabyab RCS | Sony BMG Music Philippines |
BEST SONG WRITTEN FOR MOVIE/TV/STAGE PLAY | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTISTS | RECORD LABEL |
Paano Kita Iibigin (for the movie “Paano Kita Iibigin”) | Regine Velasquez, Diana Velasquez-Roque & Civ Fontanilla Ogie Alcasid Piolo Pascual & Regine Velasquez | Star Recording, Inc. / Viva Records Corporation |
BEST INSPIRATIONAL/RELIGIOUS | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSERS LYRICISTS ARTISTS | RECORD LABEL |
Salamat | Jon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla Yeng Constantino Yeng Constantino | Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions |
BEST CHRISTMAS | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
A Perfect Christmas | Ito Rapadas Jose Mari Chan Jed Madela | Universal Records, Inc. |
BEST REGIONAL RECORDING | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST | RECORD LABEL |
Matud Nila | Patty Mayoriago, Djhonna Geraldoy & Civ Fontanilla Ben Zubiri Mark Bautista | Star Recording, Inc./ ASAP Music |
BEST DANCE | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTISTS | RECORD LABEL |
Sumayaw Ka | Rudy Y. Tee Aristotle Pollisco Gloc 9 | Sony BMG Music Philippines |
Technical Achievement Awards | ||
BEST MUSICAL ARRANGEMENT | ||
SONG TITLE | MUSICAL ARRANGER(S) | RECORD LABEL |
Probinsyana | Bamboo | EMI Philippines |
BEST VOCAL ARRANGEMENT | ||
SONG TITLE | VOCAL ARRANGER(S) | RECORD LABEL |
Souvenirs | Moy Ortiz | Viva Records Corporation |
BEST ENGINEERED RECORDING | ||
SONG TITLE | SOUND ENGINEER/ RECORDING STUDIO | RECORD LABEL |
Probinsyana | Angee Rozul Tracks Studio | EMI Philippines |
BEST ALBUM PACKAGE | ||
ALBUM TITLE | CREATIVE ARTISTS: GRAPHIC DESIGNER CONCEPT, PHOTOGRAPHY | RECORD LABEL |
Moonlane Gardens | Graphic Designer & Photography: Sarah Gaugler Album Concept: Clementine | Universal Records, Inc. |
MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR | ||
SONG TITLE | PRODUCER (EXEC. OR LINE) DIRECTOR ARTISTS | RECORD LABEL |
Probinsyana | Christopher Sy Bamboo Pancho Esguerra Bamboo | EMI Philippines |
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Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Awardee | ||
LEA SALONGA | ||
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21st Awit Awards People's Choice Winners | ||
The People’s Choice Winners were determined based on votes sent in through text during the period July 15 to Aug 31, 2008. | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE NEW MALE ARTIST | ||
DANIEL RAZON (for All My Life) | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE NEW FEMALE ARTIST | ||
OLIVIA (for Oh Lori) | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE MALE ARTIST | ||
MARTIN NIEVERA (for Hard Habit To Break) | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST | ||
AICELLE (for Ikaw Pa Rin) | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE NEW GROUP | ||
3RD AVENUE (for Why Can't It Be) | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE GROUP | ||
SINOSIKAT? (for So Blue) | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE SONG OF THE YEAR | ||
SALAMAT by Yeng Constantino | ||
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE MUSIC VIDEO | ||
TIME IN by Yeng Constantino | ||
For more information, visit: http://www.awitawards.com.ph/
Pictures:
Crushes Crushes and Crushes
He just stopped when we were watching the 21st Awit Awards. I can't blame him the show was really good and full of celebrities. (I'll blog the details later). Anyway, after the show I had a chance to have a picture taken with my celebrity crush, Christian Bautista.
I can't really stop myself from smiling. Even my husband is teasing me. He knows I have a crush with Christian Baustista.
Anyway, I have to get rest. I'm really really tired. I'll blog the event tomorrow. Good Night!
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Advance Screening of Twilight
Read more here
My first Sony experience is with my Sony Walkman
Since during those good ‘ol days, mp3, mp4 and iPod, among others, were just in our imagination, all I have to boast is my Sony Walkman. I had it for more than two years. Talking about quality products….
Since I’m the only one, I think (lol), who had this “hi-tech” gadget that time, I instantly became popular at school and many befriended me. And guess what?! One of them is my crush…. (giggles). At that time, I really felt lucky to own a Sony Walkman, through it, I don’t need to swoon over him so he’d just look at me.
My classmates and friends are literally falling in line to borrow my walkman. Yes, that’s really true! (my school was just a small one and belongs to the “never-heard -schools”). When it’s my crush’s turn to borrow it, I’ll act as if I don’t like him to borrow it. I even told him that I can’t enjoy listening to my favorite musics/bands anymore because they’re always borrowing it.
Luckily, my strategy worked and he’d plea to borrow it. After some pleas and refusals, I would agree but on one condition. Of course, he’ll ask, “what’s that?” I just simply replied, “We share”. In short, we both listen to my Sony Walkman, and I, at that time, was very very happy to be with him, beside him, actually…
There were also some times where I’m not listening to my professor but to my walkman, instead. My crush would even sit beside me, we’d hide the walkman and share the earphones. Oh, that was heaven for me! Honestly, I’m giggling right now remembering those times (lol).
Those were the days… (sighs)… I just wish I still have my Sony Walkman now and not just those pictures…Actually, I lost it since we have been moving homes a lot of times, so it was misplaced. But what we have until now is the Sony VHS at my mom’s place and surprisingly, it’s still in perfect condition, though we seldom use it now due to the advent of a much sophisticated and multifunctional DVD’s.
Anyway, it (my Sony Walkman) definitely gave significance in my life just like the Sony’s World’s First World’s First Slimmest Camera with Optical Image Stabilizer: Cyber-Shot T77, which is not just slim and stylish but also handy that I can carry it anywhere, anytime especially during blogger's event like the Sony Expo event.
Special Gift for a Special Little One
Earlier, I was planning to go the mall to do my Christmas shopping. But before hitting the mall, I checked online for some ideas and gift suggestions for boys. Then, I saw a site called MEGA Brands toys.
MEGA Brands toys offers affordable toys that provides stimulating creative experiences for children and families. They have a wide selection of toys for girls and boys for all ages. They have games and puzzles for the whole family. Name a toy brand, they have it. They have Disney Princess, Dora the Explorer, Hannah Montana, High School Musical, Mickey Mouse Club, Marvel, Pirates of the Carribean, and more. Their site is very user friendly. You can search for products based on age, catalogs, brands, price, categories and award winners.
My personal choice is the Mickey's Clubhouse with mickey mouse cars. It is a 48-piece play set which you can build and rebuild your very own exciting fantasy playground. From slides and spinning platforms to wheeled contraptions and a lookout point, transform the Clubhouse into lots and lots of things using the magical Silly Switch. This toy also comes with instructions or you can download it from their site. I think this is a perfect gift for my 6 years old nephew.
So, if you are looking for a gift for a special big kid in your life, check MEGA Brands toys website now.
My Prize from Sweetytots and A Horseshoe
Anyway, that's not the only thing I received from the mail. Last night, I received my invitation from a well-known company (I'm not sure if I can disclose it now). It is for their event this coming Saturday.
Monday, November 24, 2008
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The 21st Awit Awards
Type:Music/Arts - Performance
Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: EASTWOOD CENTRAL PLAZA
City/Town: Quezon City, Philippines
Contact Info: eastwoodcity@megaworld-commercial.com
Pre Awarding at 5:00 pm
Show Proper at 7:00 pm
Featuring:
SANDWICH • SUGARFREE • TRUE FAITH • NIKKI GIL • URBAN DUB • HALE • IMAGO • MYMP • PEDICAB • JULIANNE • RICHARD POON • 6 CYCLEMIND • CALLALILY • ITCHYWORMS • CUESHE • SITTI • NYOY VOLANTE • PAROKYA NI EDGAR • KAMIKAZEE • JOHNNY CROSS • RONNY LIANG • AICELLE SANTOS • TONY GONZAGA • CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA