Update!!!

Whew! For the past 3 days, I don't have internet connection that is why I was not able to blog. THose days are over and I am going to keep up with those days. :)

Here are a few teasers -

Oh My July! Day 05 - Yummy Ginatan

Oh My July! Day 06 - Have a break! Have a choco

Oh My July! Day 07 -  Coffee!

Oh My July! Day 08 - Cut and Sew

Oh My July! Day 09 - Almost there!

Oh My July! Day 04 - Easy sewing projects

I spent the whole days sewing and writing / typing. I published my random thoughts here. I completed a few projects before I broke a needle (good thing I still have a spare) and locking the sewing machine (which I don't know how to unlock :( )..

Anyways, I did a lot of pinning in place for a few projects which includes a tent, an envelope sleeping bag, a tent foot print and a lace underwear (yep, my first attempt). 

The Lace Underwear

I bought 4 yards of stretchy lace from divisoria for 10 peso per yard. The lace was 3 inches in width. I decided to make a lace underwear with it. 

I followed the steps in this instructables, only making a few changes. I don't have a serger machine, i used a regular zigzag instead. Here is what I did...

 For the waistband

 Cut 29 inches of lace and top stitch the edges together with 1/4 inch overlay using a regular zigzag.

For the crotch

Cut 2 pieces of 14 inches lace. Pin in place with the right sides facing each other. Cut the fabric 1 inch width on one end and 2 inches on the other (refer to the photo for this). Sew on the edges using a regular zigzag.

Combine

Pin the crotch and the waistband. The end where the waistband meets and the wider edge of the crotch is the back. Align the sewn edges together. This is also the part where I sew my cotton lining into the crotch area. Sew the front by matching the lines at the back. To do this you can either measure the waistband or fold the waistband in half.

Done! My first underwear project!

Here are the other projects I completed in a day. :)

Oh My July! Day 03 - The PNR Metro Commuter

Yesterday, I went to divisoria. From my place, I got a few routes to get there.

From FTI Transport Terminal
1. Jeepney to Pasay, LRT to CM Recto Station, jeepney to 168 Mall
2. Jeepney to Pasay, jeepney to Divisoria
3. Jeepney to Pasay (via Harrison), jeepney to Divisoria
4. (from FTI station/tenement) PNR Metro Commuter to Tutuban Station

I chose to the 4th option for the following reasons:

1. I don't have to transfer from one jeepney to the other
2. It is faster, there is no traffic
3. Convenient (If you're riding during the off-peak hours, the train is jampack during peak hours. There's a lot of pushing.)
4. Cheap

As I was waiting in the FTI station, childhood memories of this train started feeding itself. From getting into the station, to the ride to getting off the train...

My first ride was with my Auntie Precy. I was about 8 years old. The station have a platform but it was lower than the train door. I would hop to get in. The seats are not cushioned. The windows have screens, but my Aunt told me not to look through the windows and just sit properly. When you're at the end of the coach, you can hear the loud squeaking sound of big metal clamps connecting one coach to the other. The end doors were not close during the ride. We got off at Tutuban station. Tutuban station was not the end station during that time. I would say, I like that Old station. The walls are brick red, the columns have old lamps, the metal works on the windows are very beautiful to my eyes.. It was like an old Spanish house to me.

It took 2 years before this Metro Train ride was followed, it was also with Auntie Precy. This time, it was not as good as the first one. I remember  the train was already leaving the station. We were running to catch the train. A man at the last coach caught my hand and for all I know, we were already inside. The end doors and the side doors are open during travel time. We passed from one coach to the other, until we find an empty seat. Every station, vendors would get into the trains selling almost everything - candy, cigar, apples, oranges, smoked-fish (tinapa), dried fish (tuyo and daing), handkerchief, towels, hangers, basins, buckets - almost everything! For a minute or 2 the train becomes a palengke. Then the vendors would leave before the train leaves the station.

The second ride was followed by another and another and another. We would get off in Tutuban, Blumentritt or Espanya Station depending on the situation.

There were times -
- when a group of kids were running from a coach to the other, followed by a man in black polo shirt -- the kids are snatchers, the man is a train marshal.

- when a plastic bag would suddenly hit the window - garbage from squatters living at the side of the railways.

- when a liquid of you don't know what, gets through the door - water? urine? I don't know. My aunt would tell me not to sit near the door.

- when you would sit beside a trader of fish, or ratan, or plastic wares, or clothes, or shoes, or slippers, or fruits, and their goods are occupying most of the space in the middle.

- when the train would be delayed due to derails or accidents

- when during the construction of the Skyway and MRT, the train was fully packed up to the roof! Passengers on the roof, usually men, would shout, "Ulo! Ulo!" To warn others to watch their head as the train approaches construction areas.

- When you would be standing in a full pack train with people of all sorts of size and shapes, all kinds of smell, and sweat.

Today, the train also gets full pack specially during rush hour but there is passenger segregation. The first coach is designated for women, senior citizens, pregnant, carrying children. Squatters on the railways are relocated. There are ongoing track rehabilitation. The schedules are on time. There's visibility of train marshals and police in every coach. There are air-conditioned coaches. The seats are old but cushioned.

It's not as good as the railroad systems of our neighboring countries. And Philippines has been left behind, but still an efficient way to go to Divisoria!

For PNR Metro Commuter schedule, here is the link to their website.


P.S.
I had a chance to ride the Bicol Express when I was 8. I'll share my experience in a different post.

Oh My July! Day 02 (PM) - Pizza and Buffet

Pizza and Buffet

While I was taking a break from the various sewing project, my sister brought me 3 slices of pizza! Yum!

(Ooops, I already ate the fist slice before I took this picture)

And of course, because today is my day, I went out to get a free dinner! Yay! Free Birthday buffet! I went to Dad's World Buffet Glorietta 3 to enjoy their buffet with unlimited drinks (soda, fruit shakes and fruit juices) and the 

I wasn't able to take photos of their variety, you can find it here. You'll surely have a lot to choose. They have a carving station, seafood grill, Asian cuisine, US, Greece, Japanese (Saisaki), Filipino (Kamayan) and a lot more!

Enjoying my dessert!

Oh My July! Day 02 (AM) - Google and Me

This is how my google homepage looks! :) :) :)

Greetings from Google! 

I received a lot of greetings! In the morning, After taking a few pictures of my first daisy, room clean-up, I I got back to work on my tent project. I pinned the ribbons into place so I can have a smooth sewing session tomorrow. I'll be posting my sewing projects in this page - Thousand Pins

Oh My July! Day 01 (PM) - Ball Game

PM

Last night , I went to the finals of the UNTV Cup Season 2. It was a battle between AFP and PNP for the 1.5M Pesos donation to their chosen charity.

There was an exhibition game between the Legislators (senators, party-list representatives and congressmen) and the Executives (the mayors, vice-mayors, the cabinet members). The Executives won! I think they spend more time outside of their offices more than the legislators who always sit on sessions! Lol!

OPENING NUMBER

THE EXECUTIVE VS THE LEGISLATIVE

ME AND THEM

We did not finished the game, we left on the last 3 minutes to avoid the long taxi line. And because the kid is already sleepy... But I think the AFP won. (I'll check the results later. Hehehe)

Yay! the AFP won! check the events here.

Oh My July! Day 01 (AM) - Wash and Relax

My Month - Day 01 AM



I just finished my laundry. I hope it doesn't rain so I'll have crisp, dry clothes by afternoon!

For the mean time, let's listen to some relaxing instrumentals...

July Autumn

July Beyond Memory

July Snow Rain

The Tent Project

I have commissioned a sewing project. I am making a tent!. This is not the first time I am going to make a tent. I made one for myself before, and I'd say I am more than happy and proud! My tent has been through the winds of Mt. Pulag, rain and gusty winds of Mt. Apo to name a few. :)

You can find the photo of my tent here.

I'll be posting my completed tent project soon! :)

Fresh greens

Oregano and spinach... 

Samsung Promo (Philippines Only) - UPDATED

Hey guys! If you're living in the Philippines and love to take a lot of selfies, try joining the Samsung Promo  - My Ultimate Life. All you have to do is create an account (you can link your FB account), then post as many photos as you like! Yup, there is no limits on how many photos you will upload. 

Samsung is giving away gadgets and an all-expense paid trip to Amanpulo!

For more details - use the following links.

Samsung Promo Link 1

Samsung Promo link 2

Samsung Promo Link 3

Birthday Buffet!

A few sleeps left and the July is here! I'm excited because my birthday is just around the corner... And it's perfect time to try some FREE buffet around the Metro. Birthday promos!!! Yay!

So for everyone who is celebrating their birthday, check this out! Pick one or a few and enjoy ur birthday!

Let's begin...

1. Vikings 

BIRTHDAY PROMO

A birthday celebrant may eat for free at Vikings only when he/she meets the following conditions:

• Birthday celebrant can avail the promo on the actual day of birthday.
• Celebrants may eat for free at Vikings when they wish to avail the birthday promo, as long as they are accompanied by one full paying adult.
• One full paying adult are adult guests who will be paying full rate without any discounts.
• Celebrant must bring an ORIGINAL and VALID government issued picture I.D. with the birthdate imprinted on it, both local and foreign I.D.s are accepted, for proof (such as S.S.S., N.B.I., Driver’s License, Pag-Ibig, P.R.C., Barangay, Unified, Police Clearance I.D. and Passport) In the case that the adult guest doesn’t have a government issued picture I.D., he/she may bring his/her birth certificate supported by any picture I.D. (school I.D., parent’s I.D., company I.D.) In the case that the child guest doesn’t have a government issued picture I.D., he/she may bring his/her birth certificate supported by his/her parent’s picture I.D. or his/her own picture I.D (school I.D.).
• This promo can’t be used in conjunction with other in house promotions or discounts.
• Gift certificates can’t be used with this promo.
• This promo is available in all branches.

Birthday Promo +3 and -3 Days at Vikings SM Marikina and Vikings SM Lanang Premier

This promo is designed for guests who are unable to avail our usual birthday promo on the exact day of their birthday.

• Birthday celebrant of all ages can avail the promo within 3 days before, 3 days after their actual birthdate, and on the actual day of birthday (total of 7 days).
• Celebrants can eat for free for one week on both lunch and dinner per day, as long as it is within the week of his/her birthday (within 3 days before, actual day of birthday, and within 3 days after their actual birthdate).
• Celebrants can eat for free at Vikings when they wish to avail the birthday promo, as long as they are accompanied by one full paying adult.
• One full paying adult are adult guests who will be paying full rate without any discounts.
• Requirements for Celebrants: Celebrant must bring an ORIGINAL and VALID government issued picture I.D. with the birthdate imprinted on it, both local and foreign I.D.s are accepted, for proof (such as S.S.S., N.B.I., Driver’s License, Pag-Ibig, P.R.C., Barangay, Unified, Police Clearance I.D. and Passport) In the case that the celebrant doesn’t have a government issued picture I.D., he/she may bring his/her birth certificate supported by any picture I.D. (school I.D., parent’s I.D., company I.D.).
• This promo can’t be used in conjunction with other in house promotions or discounts.
• Gift certificates to avail this promo is not honored.
• The promo is only available at Vikings Marikina and Vikings Lanang

2. Sambokojin
Celebrate again and again and again…

Up to 14 FREE BUFFETS, Lunch and Dinner for 7 Days in any of the Sambo Kojin branches.

BIRTHDAY PROMO MECHANICS:

• Free Buffet for Birthday Celebrant who will dine in any of the participating restaurants accompanied by one (1) paying adult on actual birthday, within three (3) days before and three (3) days after that.
• Free Birthday Buffet may be claimed up to 14 times, lunch and dinner, within those seven (7) days. Only 1 Free Birthday Buffet may be claimed per visit.
• To claim, Celebrant must present to any of our dining personnel a valid document with proof of date of birth (Birth Certificate, SSS ID, TIN ID, Voter’s ID, Passport, Driver’s License, PRC License, AFP/Military ID).
• Celebrant must also completely fill out the information sheet.
• All Firstfoods Food Services, Inc. and Golden Reef Food Services, Inc. personnel and their relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity or affinity are not qualified to join the promo.
• Promo is not valid with any other existing promotions.

Visit their promo website for complete list of promotions.

3. Dad's, Kamayan, Saisaki

FREE BIRTHDAY BUFFET !
Celebrate AGAIN and AGAIN and AGAIN !
Up to 14 times, for 7 days Lunch & Dinner in any of the DADS Saisaki Kamayan branches.



MECHANICS:

• Free Buffet for Birthday Celebrant who will dine in any of the participating restaurants accompanied by one (1) paying adult on actual birthday, within three (3) days before and three (3) days after that.
• Free Birthday Buffet may be claimed up to 14 times, lunch and dinner, within those seven (7) days. Only 1 Free Birthday Buffet may be claimed per visit.
• To claim, Celebrant must present to any of our dining personnel a valid document with proof of date of birth presented together with photo identification – (Birth Certificate, SSS ID, TIN ID, Voter’s ID, Passport, Driver’s License, PRC License, AFP/Military ID).
• Celebrant must also completely fill out the information sheet.
•  All Firstfoods Food Services, Inc. and Golden Reef Food Services, Inc. personnel and their relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity or affinity are not qualified to join the promo.
• Promo is not valid with any other existing promotions.
• Promo period is from February 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014.

4. Yakimix

Birthday Promo Yakimix 2014

• Promo Mechanics
• Birthday celebrant can avail the promo 3 days before, 3 days after and on the exact date of his/her birthday.
• Birthday celebrants may eat for (1) free buffet at any Yakimix Manila branches.
• To avail the birthday promo, the accompanied should be 3 full paying adult rate without any discount/s. Rate is (1) Celebrant with (3) Regular rate to avail the promo.
• Celebrant must also complete fill out the information sheet.
• Celebrant must bring an ORIGINAL and VALID government issued picture I.D. with the birth date imprinted on it, both local and foreign I.D.s is accepted, for proof such as:

                S.S.S ID 
                N.B.I or Police Clearance ID
                Driver’s License
                Passport
                Voter’s/COMELEC ID
                Barangay Clearance ID
                In the case that the adult guest doesn’t have a government issued picture I.D., he/she may bring his/her birth certificate supported by any picture I.D. (school I.D., parent’s I.D., company I.D.) In the case that the child guest doesn’t have a government issued picture I.D., he/she may bring his/her birth certificate supported by his/her parent’s picture I.D. or his/her own picture I.D (school I.D.).

• Promo is not valid with any other existing promotions.
• Promo period is from January 1st , 2014 to December 31, 2014

5. Buffet 101

Birthday Promo Buffet 101 2014

Promo Mechanics

• Birthday celebrant can avail the promo 3 days before, 3 days after and on the exact date of his/her birthday.
• Birthday celebrants may eat for (1) free buffet at any Buffet 101 branches.
• To avail the birthday promo, the accompanied should be 3 full paying adult rate without any discount/s. Rate is (1) Celebrant with (3) Regular rate to avail the promo.
• Celebrant must also complete fill out the information sheet.
• Celebrant must bring an ORIGINAL and VALID government issued picture I.D. with the birth date imprinted on it, both local and foreign I.D.s is accepted, for proof such as:

              S.S.S ID
              N.B.I or Police Clearance ID
              Driver’s License
              Passport
              Voter’s/COMELEC ID
              Barangay Clearance ID 

              In the case that the adult guest doesn’t have a government issued picture I.D., he/she may bring his/her birth certificate supported by any picture I.D. (school I.D., parent’s I.D., company I.D.) In the case that the child guest doesn’t have a government issued picture I.D., he/she may bring his/her birth certificate supported by his/her parent’s picture I.D. or his/her own picture I.D (school I.D.).

• Promo is not valid with any other existing promotions.
• Promo period is from January 1st , 2014 to December 31, 2014

6. Grams Diner 

Do you know some more birthday promotions? Post a comment, we'd love to know! :)