Run for Japan

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In the midst of all the things that Japan has--and is still going through, what best way to show them love than participating in the upcoming Run for Japan, a fundraising event where proceeds will go to help rebuild the country that has contributed a lot of things to the world.

For a mere Php350, all runners can join the 3k, 5k and 10k which already includes the singlet, race bib and souvenir.

Run in your normal jogging outfit or wear a cosplay (which would be highly entertaining!). All for the love of Japan! Happening this April 17 (Sunday) at Fort Bonifacio Global City, 5:15am. Registrations are on-going.

Visit http://www.pinoyfitness.com/2011/03/run-for-japan-april-17-2011/ or http://www.runnersrunner.com/store/events/run-for-japan.html for more details.

Take 2!

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Way before Nicki Minaj's hit single "Your Love", award-winning British music artist of the 80's-- Annie Lennox was the first to come up with the catchy entrance tune. She didn't sing it the way the queen of hip-hop did though. On the contrary, Annie sang No More "I Love You's".



Lady Gaga's current hit song Born This Way is making a lot of fans sing-- and other big artists as well. After discovering 10-year-old Youtube sensation Maria Aragon and asking her to sing in Gaga's concert in Toronto, Canada last March 3, here's what came up of their duet bringing more emotion to the soulful (literally)song followed by Katy Perry's semi-acoustic take of the same song.

And to wrap things up, here's quite a funny set due to other people's naive comments---After Justin Beiber released his single 'Somebody To Love' (which has another version that also features Usher), people search Youtube, find this next song and thinks "Hey this isn't J.B.'s song!" Well FYI, this is courtesy to the 70's British band "Queen" which the song was actually revived by the Glee Cast. If you're looking for the one Beiber sang (in Glee version) here it is, listen... and see the difference!

Proj. 365: Day 14-16

Day 14: The only constant thing I could keep picturing to have a new one everyday is on food photography. Like my previous shot on Krazy Garlic, this is another resto I'd keep tab to review on. 'Toast Box' aas a little selection on their menu but is simple yummy I tell you!

Day 15: I just saw this when I was out and roaming. I don't know what it is so I'm telling you to go figure out that too. :))

Clue: It looks like a metal leaf... or somekind on UFO umbrella?
Who knows? o_O"

Day 16: And last but certainly not the least, I had fun going to mass after seeing Spidey drop by our church. Talk about fanadom! I just had to make fun of this pic! Sorry kid.:))

Up, up, here we go!

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This week, a lot of great songs came out that I could just keep them looping in my iPod! So let's not keep the waiting any longer, here's one from an asian band who is making their way to the charts! This is Far East Movement featuring One Republic's very own Ryan Tedder in Rocketeer.

Justin Bieber shows a religious side as he closes eyes and sing Pray which definitely touches one's hearts.

But contrary to J.B.'s religiousness, Enrique Inglesias' new single goes out to party in sex and sin with Tonight I'm Lovin' You (which is not really what he's trying to say.:o)

The long awaited team-up of Nelly and Kelly Rowland finally brings a follow-up to their hit song Dilemma with Gone followed by David Archuleta's very catchy new hit song Elevator.

So that's a wrap to this week's new songs! It's time for me to look for more new ones to feature! 'Til the next Music Highlights!;)

Proj. 365: Day 13

Day 13: It's a Thursday night and although gimmick night was a bit off given the time of the day, it was still nice to hang out with friends and eat a new place called 'Krazy Garlic' which literally served everything with garlic (including their drinks)!

The place was cozy and the food is great (although a bit expensive). I could write a review about the resto, but maybe when I have the time.:P

P.S. Forgive the gruesome pixel, it was taken from my camera phone.

I forgot to bring my baby today! But at least I kept the rule of thirds in tact. :D

**Thanks to Arvin for the treat! Advance Happy Birthday!!:D

Project 365: Day 11-12

Day 11: Saw this very iteresting and up-to-date jeep which designed itself with the latest social networking sites like "Facebook" and "Twitter". Only saw one side of it though, I wonder if it included any other sites.

Oh and this Jeep's travel route is at our province so if you want to take a trip to network-ville, this is the ride you should be taking!:))

Day 12: Another random picture I took for the day. It's Sunday and there's not much happening except mass and... a really bright lamp. :-I

Project 365: Day 7-10

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My days are finally starting to get busy and 4 pictures of my day has been left unposted! I hope to be able to keep taking a snapshot of something with the coming days or else I'll be posting an image of "IOU's" *eeep!*

Day 7: Jan 7--I woke up at around 6:30 to jog at our province's oval track. When all my energy was drained, I was never too tired to take this snapshot of kids running with no rubber shoes on. They even removed their slippers to play! Totally worth the picture feature!:)

Day 8: Our fiesta at the town plaza. Thank God for rural places for keeping this tradition!
Since I don't dance ballroom, all I could do was play with my baby camera.
And what best way to enjoy bright lights and moving people? Low shutter!

Day 9: Magellan's Cross... and no, I didn't go to Cebu. This image is the reminder of my previous
trip there and what I still need to accomplishfor the Cebu edition of Travel Times!
Ugh, I wish I could have included "non-procrastination" in my resolution!
But sadly, I was too lazy to do that. LOL!

Day 10: Jelly Belly time!!! Thank you James for giving me my favorite
Fat-Free and non-cholesterol munchie, Lychee Conjac Jelly by H&Y!=D

To sing or not to sing?

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Rude words now adays are as common as saying "excuse me" or "call me". Now Cee Lo Green puts it out in the open as his latest single's title, F**k you not only has a good song but will unfortunately make people sing F-U too as easy as 1-2-3. Not to mention he makes a kid lead in his MTV! This is definately not fitting for any minor viewers (yes I'm somewhat the concervative/ concerned type here) but then again the artists will just defend themselves by saying it's their "artistry" or that there's a "censorship" that should be working. So, where are they?! Is Cee Lo's subtle version Forget You the solution to any possible issues he might encounter? */rant-ends*



But of course not all songs are that vulgar when it comes to words (or sometimes, does not need words at all). Take this next songs for example: From Paris, China, Colorado, or anywhere in the world... sing or hum to the Good Life in One Republic's latest single or chill and dance to Edward Maya and Vika Jigulina's Stereo Love.





Enjoy the soothing voice of Dawn Richard and Kalenna Harper mixed with Diddy's rap in their newly-formed group called Diddy - Dirty Money in Coming Home featuring Skylar Grey.

Lastly, follow Keri Hilson as she transforms herself into some of the women who have paved the way to black female artists like Diana Ross, TLC and Janet Jackson in Pretty Girls Rock.

Proj. 365: Day 6

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As much as I'd hate to turn this into almost a day-by-day personal entry ('coz I've learned a few not-so good things from making your own online personal blog), this project is forcing me to take pictures of things--special in their own way-- during that day. I don't use Foursquare app for the reason that I don't need people knowing where I am or where I've been. But in this case, the next photo is taken at Ayala Triangle in Makati. The christmas decors are still up and they provide a wonderful relaxing scene at the place... and I don't mind them taking it down. Maybe that could be one place where people would always feel it's Christmas... :)

Day 6: Ayala Triangle's Stars and Lights ---picture taken using a

cool camera app of Samsung Tablet called 'Retro Camera'.

I love how a vintage photo looks like... makes me want to collect LOMOs again!:)

Proj. 365: Day 5

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Day 5 and January 5th of 2011. 3 days after work and I'm already stressed for some reason!:-o Good thing our helper was once a masseuse sho she help relieve my tired muscles. And aside from that de-stressing massage, I also turned on my lava lamp which helped became my picture for today!

I had to try several settings before getting the right one (this one's through manual setting, ISO 800, f1/8) and viola, instant dim-light photographia!:D I knew this project was going to help me pracice photography better.:))

Project 365: Day 1-4

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A new year has come and it's another year to live and of course new things to look forward to! For my first post in this new decade, I'm starting a personal project I'd like to call Project 365 where I will be taking 1 picture a day and post it here (with special thanks to inspirations from fellow photographers and the blog New Dress A Day). Not only do I get to update my blog more often (as this previous new year's resolution is not always kept) but I'll also be able to practice photography even more and add more stuff to my folio. I may not be the best photographer but the joys of being able to complete this (and HOPEFULLY I will!), will one day be rewarded in some way...? *LOL*

So without further ado (and still no permanent photo signature >_<), here's what I've been clicking from Jan. 1-4, 2011!

Day 1: What would be the main highlight of the day rather than the fireworks

that lit the star-less 2011 night? A new year, new opportunity and

a new outlook in life--- therefore the "New Happy Year"!

Day 2: It was another great day for my family to be spending our

last vacation day at our province... and there were a few remaining fireworks

we lit around 8pm. This beautiful dance of light was from

one of the fountains we've enjoyed.

Day 3: January 3. Back to work. *eeep!* These are the times when it was hard to get

out of bed and start making my brain work again. Good thing a good mix of my sweet coffee

was enough to wake me up... and i finally got to use my [one of the many] gifts to myself---

the Nikon 70-200mm mug! I simply heart it!:D

...Oh and i took this one using my 2mp X90 cherry mobile phone.

Doesn't really have to be from my SLR. Ironic though. Haha!

Day 4: Inabraw. Or well, at least that's how we call it in Pangasinan, my birth province.

It's one of the many family recipes we cook at home which is like Pinakbet,

only cooked in Bagoong or Fish Paste.

I took this photo for my uncle who's coming up with a packed-lunch business for

busy people in Makati or Manila. We only cook good food so if you're interested,

check out this page to learn how to order your daily Samit! Authentic Faily Recipe!:)

(Whoa instant plug!XD)

Next post is coming up in the next few days where I'll try to keep continuing this Project. Hopefully with all the things I plan on doing this 2011, I fulfill at least half of it! A Happy New Year to everyone!=)