A Woman Remembers

Sunday, July 31, 2011

My Chubby World FunPix

My Chubby World is a weekly kid-oriented and informative Philippine program shown every Saturday at 8:15 am on GMA 7.

In every episode, they have a promo where you need to submit a photo that answers the question of the day based on the featured topic.

I tried sending a picture of my son for their episode 8 about kids fashion. It's a picture that answers the question, "Ano ang paborito mong fashion trend?"

Luckily, my son was chosen to be one of the five winners! Here's the winning photo:

If you haven't watched this week's episode, you can still join and send an entry. This week the question is, "Ano ang paborito mong science invention?"

Send photo with caption to mychubbyfunpix@gmanetwork. Also, include the following: Name and age of Kid, Name of guardian, Phone Number, and Address. You can read the complete mechanics here.

Entries are judged by Rebisco representatives and five winning pictures will be chosen. All winners will get a cash prize and a gift pack from Chubby. This is the last week of the promo, so better send an entry until August 3.

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Joining PinoyRecipe.net's Giveaway

Contest alert!

Lucky PinoyRecipe.net readers will get a chance to win an Apple iPod Shuffle or PinoyRecipe.net T-shirts for the month of August 2011. This giveaway is sponsored by MySaladRecipe.com.

Here are the prizes:
1st Prize: (1 unit) Apple Ipod Shuffle
2nd Prize: P 1,000 Cash or US$25 amazon Gift Card
Consolation Prize: 5 pieces PinoyRecipe T-Shirts to 5 PinoyRecipe.net’s readers

Contest is open worldwide and ends on August 31, 2011.

Join the giveaway HERE.

Monday, July 25, 2011

Traditional Party Invitations

Our July month is filled with weekend parties and occasions, and most of these event invitations are being sent online.

Nowadays, we don't really get to receive those conventional card invitations since everything can easily be sent thru email, online video or thru Facebook. The only invitations that I get to hold are the school party invites from my kids' classmates.

A few months from now, one of my cousin would celebrate her 18th birthday. Of course, aside from the e-birthday invitations she's going to send, she would also be creating a card invitation. With her red and black motif, a black card stock, would be appropriate for the occasion.

Sending online invitations are faster and easier. It also reduces paper waste and frees up your budget. Still, not everyone, particularly the oldies, has an email, Facebook account or Internet access.

Even if most invites are being sent online, it is still a good idea to make use of those traditional invitations especially during special occasions - like wedding, 18th birthdays, etc. Personalized party invitations are more formal, make your guests feel more precious and your event more important.

Saturday, July 23, 2011

Family Moment: Ocean Adventure, Subic Bay

It's Ocean Adventure day once again!

This had been our family's second visit to Ocean Adventure. Aside from the Dolphin Friends Show and Sea Lion Marine Patrol Show we've enjoyed years ago, the place had other interesting attractions such as the Walk on The Wild Side Show, and The Adventures of Olongapo Jones.

Dolphin and Friends Show

"This presentation is packed with action, smiles, interesting information, and an important conservation message. "

Great to see the dolphins and the false killer whale as they showcase their intelligence and ability with such amazing stunts - back flipping, waving their fins, flying high up into the air and surfing with their trainers. They leave a very strong message to conserve these animals.

Sea Lion Marine Patrol Show

"It’s filled with lots of action, and a strong environmental message. In between the laughter and fun, there’s a lot to be learned!"

It's enjoyable to see the South American Sea Lions entertain the people with their tricks at the Nautilus Theater. Being true conservationists, the Sea Lion Marine Patrol practices the three R’s - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. The most important thing is the tips they shared on how to help save the environment and the message that they leave to everyone.

Walk on The Wild Side Show

"Move from sea to land and take a Walk on the Wild Side. "

It started with showing how indigenous Aetas cook rice and create utensils out from bamboo and their ability to make fire without matches.

The show features animals from the Wildife in Need Rescue Center like a variety of birds, mammals, bats, and reptiles. They leave an important message to everyone, and that is, To Love Animals.

Adventures of Olongapo Jones

"This high energy show follows Olongapo Jones and his Eco-Rangers, Pawee and Leila, as they track down the Bouncing Basura Boys, a gang of eco-bandits who leave a trail of cut down trees and discarded trash in their wake. "

This is an entertaining show that features the Ocean Adventure mascots and trampoline acrobats. It shares Olongapo Joe's adventure and his quest to save Mother Nature. We had a great time watching this show! It's about environmental education presented in a humorous and enjoyable way.

Ocean Discovery Aquarium

"Bright colors! Strange shapes! Mysterious creatures!"

Although the species inside the air-conditioned aquaries are limited, this gives guests an experience of seeing upclose some deep sea and fresh water creatures, and diverse marine resources.

Ocean Treasures Souvenirs Shop

Our adventure ended as the kids get to buy these huge cuddly killer whales and dolphins, and a turtle.

Ocean Adventure is an open-water marine park plenty of attractions. It's more than an entertainment hub, it's more of an enjoyable and educational adventure for the young and young-at-heart. They are working hand-in-hand with the Wildlife in Need to rescue in injured animals and release them back into the wild.

Spending a day would make you appreciate the importance of wildlife conservation, appreciate environmental awareness and the welfare of animals.

my family

Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf, West Ilanin Forest Area, Subic
http://oceanadventure.com.ph/
Park Hours: 9am to 6 pm everyday
Admission Prices :
Adult - Php 550
Children 12 years old and below - Php 440
Senior Citizen - Php 440

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Discount Vouchers Instead? No, Thanks!

Sometimes, Facebook promos can be like this.

Since I was online when I saw this message, I joined on the same date and did the simple mechanics.

Hours after, I received their message saying - "Where are you located so we can give you the address to pick up the vouchers?" It means I'm entitled to have the Free Barre 3 GC.

And I replied back, with ".... nearest The Spa branch is the one at Eastwood. Thanks!"

More than three weeks after, they sent me this message:

Frustrating? Not really.
Disappointed? Not that much.
Unprofessional? Oh well.

So, did I take the Php 200 discount voucher instead? NO. Claiming it is not worth my time and effort.

I just said, "Thanks anyway... just save the discount vouchers, baka maubos pa for your ongoing promo :)"

I have no idea how many Free Barre 3 GC they have (or IF they really have) or how many joined their last month's promo, when until now, they only have 17 Twitter followers.

Maybe it's just their false promotion for getting more Facebook followers.

Just this morning, I saw that they have another ongoing promo where you can get Php 200 discount vouchers from Barre 3, The Spa(?). But, as of this writing, I can't see their wall post anymore. They didn't block me, but I guess, their cleaning it up.

Their profile info states that they are from and are currently in these Grad Schools - Ateneo de Manila University (Class of 2012), University of Asia and the Pacific (Class of 2010) and Ateneo de Manila University School of Law (Class of 2014). They're a team that manages corporate events, exhibits and a lot more.

I give high regards for people from these schools, unfortunately, this team did not earn my respect.

Group name withheld. Negative feedback, in a way, is still publicity.
But, if you still want to have a Php 200 discount voucher from them, you can send me a PM on my Facebook page (and just hope that they'll be true to their words) :)

Posting this is just my way of sharing that sometimes things like this can happen and maybe even more.

Monday, July 18, 2011

Joining Pinay WAHMS’ $800 Birthday Giveaway

I'm joining another fabulous birthday contest happening here in the blogosphere!

Three WAHMs are celebrating their birthday this July. Lots of prizes are at stake including cash, domains, web design gift certificates, and a lot more!