Do you have a Brother?
Silly me, when I read it, I thought of a brother, as in part of the family.
I didn't realize that it's actually asking about the brand.
I do remember having a Brother electronic typewriter in our household before. When having a personal computer was too much of a trend yet, back in the day when it was still very young.
Anyway, since we are in the topic of brother.
I don't know what to feel or think now that his birthday is upcoming. He's turning 38 on Feb 24.
No accomplishments up to now.
I'm seriously worried about him. What will ever happen to him once our parents are gone? What will he do with his life now that he is 38?
It doesn't really matter if he doesn't have kids or that his marriage didn't work out; he should at least have something for himself, right?
Going back to the topic, as I have mentioned, yes, I do remember using a Brother typewriter from previous years. I had so much fun with that.
I think I was just 10 years old then? I thought it was cool how it "ate" the paper and type as fast as you can.
And oh, one thing I can never forget!
There's no more need for a correction fluid or a correction tape. All it took was a backspace. Hahahaha!!
Then it was gone.
Back in the day when I had just given birth to my first-born Monica, I wanted so much to study Fashion Design and Sewing. Yup, that's right.
I felt so tempted to buy a Brother Sewing Machine when it had an exhibit in Market! Market!
Hay, I was THIS close to buying it. I had to stop myself since I haven't even enrolled nor stepped foot in the school. Yes, it is still in my must-have list.
Though I'm not creative or artsy, I still want it. That's just me! :))
09 February 2010
08 February 2010
Finally Done
Ok, I'm thankful that I am finally done with my 8 articles.
Now I can breathe.
Now I can focus on blogging.
And, now I can focus on my new work.
Oh yes, THAT work that I am still in denial of.
Just a thought, while I am typing this, is it a bad sign that I am still in denial of my new job?
Would that mean I won't be happy with it and leave right away?
I am trying my best to love my new job but it's just hard for me.
I find it hard to accept that I am reduced to this.
Really, I have nothing against them. I respect them.
It's just that I never saw myself working as one.
Yes, I have said that I am no longer working for career. Seriously. I am not.
And don't think I'm earning a lot. I'm just lucky that I live 5 minutes away so I get to save on fare and on lunches.
And there it goes, I am rambling again.
Will resume blogging tomorrow after work. Do expect some sponsored posts tomorrow.
Now I can breathe.
Now I can focus on blogging.
And, now I can focus on my new work.
Oh yes, THAT work that I am still in denial of.
Just a thought, while I am typing this, is it a bad sign that I am still in denial of my new job?
Would that mean I won't be happy with it and leave right away?
I am trying my best to love my new job but it's just hard for me.
I find it hard to accept that I am reduced to this.
Really, I have nothing against them. I respect them.
It's just that I never saw myself working as one.
Yes, I have said that I am no longer working for career. Seriously. I am not.
And don't think I'm earning a lot. I'm just lucky that I live 5 minutes away so I get to save on fare and on lunches.
And there it goes, I am rambling again.
Will resume blogging tomorrow after work. Do expect some sponsored posts tomorrow.
07 February 2010
I Miss You!!
I miss you, blog!!!!!
Miss you!!!
I long for the day when I can have a couple of hours to blog!
I'm currently finishing my articles. And I'm so sick of the topics I have to cover.
Oh, I can't wait!
Please keep coming back!
I hope to update this later tonight.
❤,
Lil
Miss you!!!
I long for the day when I can have a couple of hours to blog!
I'm currently finishing my articles. And I'm so sick of the topics I have to cover.
Oh, I can't wait!
Please keep coming back!
I hope to update this later tonight.
❤,
Lil
03 February 2010
On To A New Journey
...or should I say adventure???
Oh, good heavens! Where do I start?
Notice: Disorganized thoughts, up ahead! My mind is over active again. I'm just typing as I think as to how I'd be talking to ze husband.
So it all started over this thought-turned-blog entry. And partly because I miss working and PLUS I wanted to earn something more stable than all my writing jobs (as if I have a lot! Hahahaha), this blog and that home-based editor thing--which I still have to blog about. Define procrastinate.
With nothing to lose, I asked my good friend from TELUS if there was a part-time job. There wasn't any back then. Flop.
And yes, I was considering an agent position. Much to my disappointment. ☮
Fast forward to a couple of weeks, I got a call ☎ from my friend telling me about this urgent class that needs to filled up. What's new TELUS?? Everything's urgent! Nothing's changed with you, guys!
I went to the office the next day. It was SO FUNNY!!!
The moment I approached the reception, the receptionists and the guards thought I was joking when I told them I'm applying for an agent position. I feel flattered that they still know me BY NAME. I'm happy.
As usual, the process takes too long. And I mean, toooooo loooooong!
Then my name was called. It felt totally weird sitting side by side with all the other applicants in the interview room and watching this new recruiter explain a few things. And yes, I didn't like the position I was in, I still couldn't believe I'm an applicant in a room that I used to be the ♕ QUEEN ♔ of. Yikes, can't think of any more proper terms to use. I did warn you about scattered thoughts, right?
While waiting for my turn to be asked, I listened to all the applicants answer the questions and all of a sudden, memories came flashing through my mind! I started remembering all the terms used for evaluating. And yes! While they were talking, in my head, I was evaluating them and pretending I had a pen and clipboard with me. I started picking who will and will not make it in this initial process.
Fillers, grammatical errors, S-V agreement, use of prepositions, lack of confidence, beating around the bush, verb tenses, and all those other areas. I'm far from perfect. I know that. But those are basics, right?
Now it's my turn. I introduced myself and explained why I'm applying for a part time agent. The recruiter only had one question for me, how was your experience working with TELUS as a recruiter?
Come Monday, I went back to take that gruelling 100-minute exam that never existed but in the works already during my time. While going through the exam, I remember answering thouse questions in one of our General Assemblies, during the time when it was still being developed. Nothing new to me.
Up next was the final HR interview which I had to wait for so long again, an hour and a half, I think?
Weird experience again. Funny how these recruiters refuse to ask me questions. Hahaha! Knowing I'm pioneer? Nye! I left 2008, surely a lot have changed and the people I left with the same level as mine were promoted already. Another sidenote, I knew for a fact, that I would have been promoted if only I didn't avail my maternity leave and would've been promoted again if I did not resign. But that time, I didn't care about any of those and I still don't up to now. But I do admit, that up to now I still think about how my career would have flourished.
But far, far, far greater than that, if I never went on maternity leave, I wouldn't have been able to breastfeed my high-need and high-maintenance baby! Then I wouldn't have lost weight!!! That would just be QUE HORROR!!!! Forget career! Hahaha!! Yes, I am and I can be shallow at times. Well, most of the time. But I am reflective, mind you. Ok, going off-topic again.
Going back, again, I was just asked a couple of questions. Why am I re-applying and what is my shift preference.
My answer, I prefer a 7am to 11am shift. If I won't get that, then I won't pursue with my application. Hahaha!! As if I didn't want the job huh?
END OF HR FINAL INTERVIEW
Oh, good heavens! Where do I start?
Notice: Disorganized thoughts, up ahead! My mind is over active again. I'm just typing as I think as to how I'd be talking to ze husband.
So it all started over this thought-turned-blog entry. And partly because I miss working and PLUS I wanted to earn something more stable than all my writing jobs (as if I have a lot! Hahahaha), this blog and that home-based editor thing--which I still have to blog about. Define procrastinate.
With nothing to lose, I asked my good friend from TELUS if there was a part-time job. There wasn't any back then. Flop.
And yes, I was considering an agent position. Much to my disappointment. ☮
Fast forward to a couple of weeks, I got a call ☎ from my friend telling me about this urgent class that needs to filled up. What's new TELUS?? Everything's urgent! Nothing's changed with you, guys!
I went to the office the next day. It was SO FUNNY!!!
The moment I approached the reception, the receptionists and the guards thought I was joking when I told them I'm applying for an agent position. I feel flattered that they still know me BY NAME. I'm happy.
As usual, the process takes too long. And I mean, toooooo loooooong!
Then my name was called. It felt totally weird sitting side by side with all the other applicants in the interview room and watching this new recruiter explain a few things. And yes, I didn't like the position I was in, I still couldn't believe I'm an applicant in a room that I used to be the ♕ QUEEN ♔ of. Yikes, can't think of any more proper terms to use. I did warn you about scattered thoughts, right?
While waiting for my turn to be asked, I listened to all the applicants answer the questions and all of a sudden, memories came flashing through my mind! I started remembering all the terms used for evaluating. And yes! While they were talking, in my head, I was evaluating them and pretending I had a pen and clipboard with me. I started picking who will and will not make it in this initial process.
Fillers, grammatical errors, S-V agreement, use of prepositions, lack of confidence, beating around the bush, verb tenses, and all those other areas. I'm far from perfect. I know that. But those are basics, right?
Now it's my turn. I introduced myself and explained why I'm applying for a part time agent. The recruiter only had one question for me, how was your experience working with TELUS as a recruiter?
END OF INITIAL INTERVIEW
Come Monday, I went back to take that gruelling 100-minute exam that never existed but in the works already during my time. While going through the exam, I remember answering thouse questions in one of our General Assemblies, during the time when it was still being developed. Nothing new to me.
END OF EXAM
Up next was the final HR interview which I had to wait for so long again, an hour and a half, I think?
Weird experience again. Funny how these recruiters refuse to ask me questions. Hahaha! Knowing I'm pioneer? Nye! I left 2008, surely a lot have changed and the people I left with the same level as mine were promoted already. Another sidenote, I knew for a fact, that I would have been promoted if only I didn't avail my maternity leave and would've been promoted again if I did not resign. But that time, I didn't care about any of those and I still don't up to now. But I do admit, that up to now I still think about how my career would have flourished.
But far, far, far greater than that, if I never went on maternity leave, I wouldn't have been able to breastfeed my high-need and high-maintenance baby! Then I wouldn't have lost weight!!! That would just be QUE HORROR!!!! Forget career! Hahaha!! Yes, I am and I can be shallow at times. Well, most of the time. But I am reflective, mind you. Ok, going off-topic again.
Going back, again, I was just asked a couple of questions. Why am I re-applying and what is my shift preference.
My answer, I prefer a 7am to 11am shift. If I won't get that, then I won't pursue with my application. Hahaha!! As if I didn't want the job huh?
On To A New Journey (Part 2)
Tuesday, 11am
My schedule to meet with the Operations for the last part of the process. I was late! Flop, 2 points.
I was asked to transfer to the other entrance of TELUS. At first, I felt so giddy being able to step inside the Operations floor. But once I took my 10th step (bilang na bilang talaga! Hahaha!), I got too emotional. I swear, I thought I was gonna cry! I recalled all too quickly that I was alone and would surely look crazy if I cried. Really, I was emotional, walking along the hallways, feeling the cold breeze of the aircon (yuck, parang author lang!), hearing the agents talk, reading the billboards, seeing very few familiar faces.
That was the time I realized something. I LOVE TELUS.
It was my first real mature job. Prior to working with TELUS, I figured I was just playing and hate mostly all the things I did.
So yes, I love TELUS. I love it that I learned so much from my work, and gained some friends. I love all the stressful job responsibilities. I now miss hitting the impossible head count requirement for every class weekly.
Then a Team Captain approached me and the interview started.
Just the same, he asked me only a couple of questions.
Why do these people refuse to ask me questions?? I'm an applicant! Hahaha!!
Things he asked, why am I applying for an agent position and how do I think would I be challenged with the transition.
Super easy questions, right?
What's funnier was when he told me,
"I assume you already know the result of this interview."
By afternoon, I signed the contract already. The offer is a lot cheaper but I couldn't really complain. I wanted a part time position and I knew very well how much I would be getting.
In all honesty, there are three main reasons why I wanted to work again.
1) For health benefits. Being a mom of two, I wanted to take advantage of this benefit. I'm now starting to realize the value of health cards.
2) Stability. I wanted to earn a stable income. In preparation for ze husband's arrival and long vacation by May or June. Yes, I might have sidelines and I still plan to start up my business and although we still have another business, we can never have enough money. We want to enjoy his vacation and we don't want to dramatically cut costs.
3) Self-fulfillment. Oh, I'm not sure if I found the right word. What I want is that, just in case I decide to go full-time (but that's very unlikely) I want my CV to appear that I did something worthwhile. I don't want to stagnate myself with just writing and thinking of more creative ideas for my small dream business.
2) It's a great deal for me to actually step down from my previous position and bejust an agent to a customer service account. I'm no genius but I know my brains can do more than that.
3) I never imagined myself to be an agent. In fact, I hated some of them. It's so hard to explain. Let's just put it this way. There are two types in my own humble opinion. The agents who really have good comm skills even before joining the industry and stay the same all throughout their employment and talk like a normal person when outside the production area.
The other type, the type I despise the most, are those who just enhanced their comm skills via exposure and experience in the industry. Most of the time, these are the ones who have a change in their attitudes once they hit their 3rd month in the company. And these are also the ones who talk in coffee shops as if they are still on call. Holding on to their accent in a very irritating manner.
I SWEAR, I will never be like those.
I do realize that this is a very aggressive opinion. It is MINE.
I may be wrong, but I higly doubt it.
My schedule to meet with the Operations for the last part of the process. I was late! Flop, 2 points.
I was asked to transfer to the other entrance of TELUS. At first, I felt so giddy being able to step inside the Operations floor. But once I took my 10th step (bilang na bilang talaga! Hahaha!), I got too emotional. I swear, I thought I was gonna cry! I recalled all too quickly that I was alone and would surely look crazy if I cried. Really, I was emotional, walking along the hallways, feeling the cold breeze of the aircon (yuck, parang author lang!), hearing the agents talk, reading the billboards, seeing very few familiar faces.
That was the time I realized something. I LOVE TELUS.
It was my first real mature job. Prior to working with TELUS, I figured I was just playing and hate mostly all the things I did.
So yes, I love TELUS. I love it that I learned so much from my work, and gained some friends. I love all the stressful job responsibilities. I now miss hitting the impossible head count requirement for every class weekly.
Then a Team Captain approached me and the interview started.
Just the same, he asked me only a couple of questions.
Why do these people refuse to ask me questions?? I'm an applicant! Hahaha!!
Things he asked, why am I applying for an agent position and how do I think would I be challenged with the transition.
Super easy questions, right?
What's funnier was when he told me,
"I assume you already know the result of this interview."
END OF OPERATIONS INTERVIEW
By afternoon, I signed the contract already. The offer is a lot cheaper but I couldn't really complain. I wanted a part time position and I knew very well how much I would be getting.
In all honesty, there are three main reasons why I wanted to work again.
1) For health benefits. Being a mom of two, I wanted to take advantage of this benefit. I'm now starting to realize the value of health cards.
2) Stability. I wanted to earn a stable income. In preparation for ze husband's arrival and long vacation by May or June. Yes, I might have sidelines and I still plan to start up my business and although we still have another business, we can never have enough money. We want to enjoy his vacation and we don't want to dramatically cut costs.
3) Self-fulfillment. Oh, I'm not sure if I found the right word. What I want is that, just in case I decide to go full-time (but that's very unlikely) I want my CV to appear that I did something worthwhile. I don't want to stagnate myself with just writing and thinking of more creative ideas for my small dream business.
CHALLENGES
1) Having to wake up so early in the morning to make it to the 7am shift. But really, that time is perfect. I leave the kids sleeping and be home when they are about to wake up or just did. I give high importance to eating together with my kids and giving them a bath. I can never bargain that for anything else.2) It's a great deal for me to actually step down from my previous position and be
3) I never imagined myself to be an agent. In fact, I hated some of them. It's so hard to explain. Let's just put it this way. There are two types in my own humble opinion. The agents who really have good comm skills even before joining the industry and stay the same all throughout their employment and talk like a normal person when outside the production area.
The other type, the type I despise the most, are those who just enhanced their comm skills via exposure and experience in the industry. Most of the time, these are the ones who have a change in their attitudes once they hit their 3rd month in the company. And these are also the ones who talk in coffee shops as if they are still on call. Holding on to their accent in a very irritating manner.
Oh agents, they all look the same. Printed jackets or over the top winter coats with a Starbucks tumbler in hand and a cigarette in the other. Plus sporting their oh-so-cool sunnies.
I SWEAR, I will never be like those.
I do realize that this is a very aggressive opinion. It is MINE.
I may be wrong, but I higly doubt it.
30 January 2010
I Love You, Goodbye
Undoubtedly, the title is a flop. Sorry but it really is.
A very desperate attempt to use a song title.
Disclaimer: This ain't a movie review.
January 3, 2010.
I was also desperate to watch a movie. I can't remember the last time I watched a decent movie. When I say decent, I mean English adult film. You really wanna know when? It was in October 2006!!! Man, October 2006! It was You, Me and Dupree-- the one with Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson. The last movie Norvz and I watched. I was pregnant with Monica then. We watched after my work--in TELUS.
Last Christmas, all the household help got free movie tickets together with their gifts and bonuses. Yes, free movie tickets care of Citibank. Us, three sisters are all Citibank credit cardholders and I'm sure most of you know about their promo. Spend at least Php 1500 anywhere and you get a free movie pass. Let's just say I have a lot. As in A WHOLE LOT.
Would it sound selfish if I confess that I found it hard to give my free movie passes away? I wanted to save them until Norvz comes home but the claiming period is only until February.
So I am totally going off-topic now. Flop.
-----------------
During MMFF week, of course the ANGELS --> that would be the members of the household help.
The angels wanted to go to the movies, they were excited. And they did.
Come January, I was left behind together with the other angel from Better Living. So we watched the movie together. I didn't mind. :p
I'm no fan of Angelica Panganiban nor Gabby Concepcion.
I watched it just becausemy husband Derek Ramsay was in it. Hahahaha. I just like looking at his mole on the lower part of his left eye. Reminds me so much of my husband.
And also coz of Kim Chiu, wanted to see her bags and clothes.
Rambling, again.
---------------
I was a little bit surprised to actually relate my experiences with some parts of the movie.
The seaman part, not so much. The part that struck me most was their conversation by the bonfire. It hit me in all the right places. All of a sudden my memories from 2005-2006 flashed right in front of me. Confession: I cried because it reminded me SO MUCH of what happened to Norvz and I.
Fast forward to scene of wedding preparations. I took notice of the nice wedding invitations they showed because it looked classy and simple.
The sudden turnaround of events was shocking--alarming, actually. I didn't see that happening. And because of that twist, I like the movie. It wasn't the happy ending a typical Filipino was expecting but it added spice to a rather ordinary plot.
Now, if only I can find a DVD copy of that so Norvz can watch it come June.
A very desperate attempt to use a song title.
Disclaimer: This ain't a movie review.
January 3, 2010.
I was also desperate to watch a movie. I can't remember the last time I watched a decent movie. When I say decent, I mean English adult film. You really wanna know when? It was in October 2006!!! Man, October 2006! It was You, Me and Dupree-- the one with Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson. The last movie Norvz and I watched. I was pregnant with Monica then. We watched after my work--in TELUS.
Last Christmas, all the household help got free movie tickets together with their gifts and bonuses. Yes, free movie tickets care of Citibank. Us, three sisters are all Citibank credit cardholders and I'm sure most of you know about their promo. Spend at least Php 1500 anywhere and you get a free movie pass. Let's just say I have a lot. As in A WHOLE LOT.
Would it sound selfish if I confess that I found it hard to give my free movie passes away? I wanted to save them until Norvz comes home but the claiming period is only until February.
So I am totally going off-topic now. Flop.
-----------------
During MMFF week, of course the ANGELS --> that would be the members of the household help.
The angels wanted to go to the movies, they were excited. And they did.
Come January, I was left behind together with the other angel from Better Living. So we watched the movie together. I didn't mind. :p
I'm no fan of Angelica Panganiban nor Gabby Concepcion.
I watched it just because
And also coz of Kim Chiu, wanted to see her bags and clothes.
Rambling, again.
---------------
I was a little bit surprised to actually relate my experiences with some parts of the movie.
The seaman part, not so much. The part that struck me most was their conversation by the bonfire. It hit me in all the right places. All of a sudden my memories from 2005-2006 flashed right in front of me. Confession: I cried because it reminded me SO MUCH of what happened to Norvz and I.
Fast forward to scene of wedding preparations. I took notice of the nice wedding invitations they showed because it looked classy and simple.
The sudden turnaround of events was shocking--alarming, actually. I didn't see that happening. And because of that twist, I like the movie. It wasn't the happy ending a typical Filipino was expecting but it added spice to a rather ordinary plot.
Now, if only I can find a DVD copy of that so Norvz can watch it come June.
29 January 2010
The iPad And All Its Glory
No, I won't give a rundown of the iPad's features. There's much has been said all over the web.
Just my thoughts..
Last night was my first time to witness an Apple Event LIVE. Thanks to Gizmodo, Engadget, and Ustream.
Steve Jobs gave a tongue-in-cheek opening statement. Quite true and somewhat funny.
Then flashed a photo of the first Powerbook. I never thought they pioneered the TFT screen.
Jobs mentioned "If there's gonna be a third category, it has to be better at these tasks -- otherwise it has no reason for being."
And that netbooks aren't good for anything. Poor display and slow perfomance. I'd have to agree on that.
I have to admit, I don't like the sound of it. I don't like the name. I'm so sure a lot of people wouldn't be able to pronounce it well. iPad or iPod?
WOW. That's the first thing I uttered the moment I saw the tablet. WOW.
I've been wanting to buy my own iPod touc, then I see this... Gosh, no questions asked! BUT, this or a Macbook Pro, I'd go for the latter.
But then again, this is something nice to have!!
The calendar is to-die for! Really feeds the OC-ness in me!
There are so many ebook readers now and nothing appealed to me. I LOVE the smell of fresh new books. I like the feel of a book in my hands. And it gives me joy seeing my room full of books.
BUT when I saw this, I am so ready to turn my back from those pleasures-- or maybe not. Hahaha.
If I were to choose, I'd pick the WiFi model at 64GB. I don't think I'd be lugging this around when I'm out of the house and if I would, there are so many wifi areas already. Plus I have my iPhone anyway which I can use for mobile internet. I plan to only use this when I'm on bed while putting the ids to sleep. I can blog and browse without worrying about the laptop overheating on the bed. I don't see the need for 3G, I have instant WiFi access anywhere.
Yup, that's the one.
I'd like to have one of that thing in the middle.
THOUGHTS:
** Just like any other Apple innovation or any brand, some people would always have something bad to say about it.
** Apple is a brand that people love to hate. Why? Maybe because
- they are die-hard PC users (i'm obviously the opposite)
- they don't have enough money to buy it. C'mon, it's a really nice gadget. I'm sure people would buy it if they had spare cash.
- they have no idea how easy it is to use. Everything's so simple! A 1yo kid can operate it!
** There is no perfect gadget so stop griping about iPad's shortcomings. Why would they put a camera? That's like putting an end to the iPhone's sales! And knowing Apple, I'm sure they are cooking up something new for or the later series of the iPad.
** It's definitely cheap if we're talking about $$$, but once it reaches Philippine shores.. good luck! with the conversion and taxes.. Haay..
All photos grabbed from Engadget
Just my thoughts..
Last night was my first time to witness an Apple Event LIVE. Thanks to Gizmodo, Engadget, and Ustream.
Then flashed a photo of the first Powerbook. I never thought they pioneered the TFT screen.
Jobs mentioned "If there's gonna be a third category, it has to be better at these tasks -- otherwise it has no reason for being."
And that netbooks aren't good for anything. Poor display and slow perfomance. I'd have to agree on that.
I've been wanting to buy my own iPod touc, then I see this... Gosh, no questions asked! BUT, this or a Macbook Pro, I'd go for the latter.
But then again, this is something nice to have!!
The calendar is to-die for! Really feeds the OC-ness in me!
There are so many ebook readers now and nothing appealed to me. I LOVE the smell of fresh new books. I like the feel of a book in my hands. And it gives me joy seeing my room full of books.
BUT when I saw this, I am so ready to turn my back from those pleasures-- or maybe not. Hahaha.
I'd like to have one of that thing in the middle.
THOUGHTS:
** Just like any other Apple innovation or any brand, some people would always have something bad to say about it.
** Apple is a brand that people love to hate. Why? Maybe because
- they are die-hard PC users (i'm obviously the opposite)
- they don't have enough money to buy it. C'mon, it's a really nice gadget. I'm sure people would buy it if they had spare cash.
- they have no idea how easy it is to use. Everything's so simple! A 1yo kid can operate it!
** There is no perfect gadget so stop griping about iPad's shortcomings. Why would they put a camera? That's like putting an end to the iPhone's sales! And knowing Apple, I'm sure they are cooking up something new for or the later series of the iPad.
** It's definitely cheap if we're talking about $$$, but once it reaches Philippine shores.. good luck! with the conversion and taxes.. Haay..
All photos grabbed from Engadget
Multiply vs Flickr
A little over a year ago, I took the plunge and went premium with Multiply. I was and still am scared of losing thousands and thousands of photos. They are all that I have.
Late las year, I discovered that from $20, Multiply reduced its premium membership to just Php 800 ($ 17) yearly. A little difference but it still matters to me. It felt like a rip-off on my part. That was also the time when I saw that some of my images were missing! My media locker in Multiply can't load some of the images! I panicked!!
Who wouldn't?! After paying 2 years' worth of premium membership, my files get corrupted??
God thing, I burn all the images in a CD and I make use of my Mac's Time Machine.
Then I started getting serious with blogging. I started searching for tools where I could just grab the images from my online storage so it won't use up my Picasa albums.
Flickr was an option since it's well-established and there were several apps that I could choose from. The only drawback was the yearly fee of $ 24.95; I wanted it so badly mostly because of the feature of tags and being able to place a photo in several albums. I'm dead OC so I needed that feature. It gives me some sort of satisfaction and peace of mind.
With Multiply, my photos are all in the album where I save them as on my laptop. That's perfectly fine but when you have over 5,000 photos in one album, it's not helpful anymore.
Ease of use, I've got to hand it to Multiply.
Flickr is quite easy to but you have to get used to it. And because it has more features, you have a lot more to learn.
With Multiply, you just turn your tiny little uploader in the background and it takes care of everything for you.
With Flickr, you drag and drop, then you are given the option to rename, give description, add tags, add to albums, and you can set the privacy of each and every single photo you will upload. Although the website has too many menu and pages, it's a challenge to learn coming from Multiply.
Oh, and I paid Flickr via Paypal. All that blogging paid off.
The question is, which provider should I pick?
My answer,
I honestly don't know yet. I might have to stick with both of them but that would be costly. Let's just see what happens.
Late las year, I discovered that from $20, Multiply reduced its premium membership to just Php 800 ($ 17) yearly. A little difference but it still matters to me. It felt like a rip-off on my part. That was also the time when I saw that some of my images were missing! My media locker in Multiply can't load some of the images! I panicked!!
Who wouldn't?! After paying 2 years' worth of premium membership, my files get corrupted??
God thing, I burn all the images in a CD and I make use of my Mac's Time Machine.
Then I started getting serious with blogging. I started searching for tools where I could just grab the images from my online storage so it won't use up my Picasa albums.
Flickr was an option since it's well-established and there were several apps that I could choose from. The only drawback was the yearly fee of $ 24.95; I wanted it so badly mostly because of the feature of tags and being able to place a photo in several albums. I'm dead OC so I needed that feature. It gives me some sort of satisfaction and peace of mind.
With Multiply, my photos are all in the album where I save them as on my laptop. That's perfectly fine but when you have over 5,000 photos in one album, it's not helpful anymore.
Ease of use, I've got to hand it to Multiply.
Flickr is quite easy to but you have to get used to it. And because it has more features, you have a lot more to learn.
With Multiply, you just turn your tiny little uploader in the background and it takes care of everything for you.
With Flickr, you drag and drop, then you are given the option to rename, give description, add tags, add to albums, and you can set the privacy of each and every single photo you will upload. Although the website has too many menu and pages, it's a challenge to learn coming from Multiply.
Oh, and I paid Flickr via Paypal. All that blogging paid off.
The question is, which provider should I pick?
My answer,
I honestly don't know yet. I might have to stick with both of them but that would be costly. Let's just see what happens.
28 January 2010
Torrent Download Fever
The many years I have been absorbed in the the internet, it was only the other day that I made an effort to actually learn about torrents.
During training, on one of the many idle moments we had, my co-trainees and I found a lot of things we had in common. We were all fond of books. Although I don't remember disclosing that piece of trivia about myself.
Then we talked about movies. I told them how much of a loser I am not being able to watch movies simply because I only want to watch with my husband. I can't even watch HBO. Kids are always on Playhouse Disney.
Torrent files came into the picture and I thought it was high time to actually learn it.
When I got home, I immediately downloaded a bittorrent client
I didn't have a hard time deciding which to download.
I chose this for my torrents download
It's so easy to learn! I can't believe I've let myself miss out on this for so long!
I'm now on a torrent download spree, getting all the movies I can.
For sure, ze husband will be so delighted we can go back to our movie nights.
Since we had kids, it was impossible for us to watch movies either at home or in theatres.
BUT we are not complaining at all. We just miss it most of the time.
And yes, instead of blogging, I got too busy downloading videos and burning them to CD.
Hmm, which gives me another idea, maybe I should buy another WD Passport where I can store all the movies?
Hint hint Norvz! Hahaha!!
No need for hints. Pa-cute lang.
WD Passport for torrent. Next target!
During training, on one of the many idle moments we had, my co-trainees and I found a lot of things we had in common. We were all fond of books. Although I don't remember disclosing that piece of trivia about myself.
Then we talked about movies. I told them how much of a loser I am not being able to watch movies simply because I only want to watch with my husband. I can't even watch HBO. Kids are always on Playhouse Disney.
Torrent files came into the picture and I thought it was high time to actually learn it.
When I got home, I immediately downloaded a bittorrent client
I didn't have a hard time deciding which to download.
I chose this for my torrents download
It's so easy to learn! I can't believe I've let myself miss out on this for so long!
I'm now on a torrent download spree, getting all the movies I can.
For sure, ze husband will be so delighted we can go back to our movie nights.
Since we had kids, it was impossible for us to watch movies either at home or in theatres.
BUT we are not complaining at all. We just miss it most of the time.
And yes, instead of blogging, I got too busy downloading videos and burning them to CD.
Hmm, which gives me another idea, maybe I should buy another WD Passport where I can store all the movies?
Hint hint Norvz! Hahaha!!
No need for hints. Pa-cute lang.
WD Passport for torrent. Next target!
The Evolution of the Apple iPad
It has been unveiled and road tested.
Now, let's explore the timeline.
In 2003 - industry peeps started speculating about Apple's rumored launch of an 8-inch iPod. By April 2003, people started guessing that it will be somwhere around 15 inches in size. Never happened.
In 2004
A UK-based reporter discovers that Apple allegedly bought a trademark protection for a seemingly iBook screen minus the keyboard. Never happened.
From 2005-2007
Tech editors keep discovering clues that Apple will launch a tablet. And it will have the name "MacBook Touch."
In 2009
Various websites report that Apple wil soon be launching a tablet sized at 9 or 10 inches. Some Taiwanese journalists mentioned a February 2010 ship date. Gawker.com puts up a reward for whoever can release photos of the long-awaited tablet. And another reward amounting to $100,000 for anyone who can show it being used for a good one hour.
People, in or out the industry have been eager to see the launch of THE Apple Tablet.
January 27, 2010, 1 PM Eastern Time, Apple announced the much-awaited hybrid of iPhone and MacBook.
Details grabbed from The Week
Now, let's explore the timeline.
In 2003 - industry peeps started speculating about Apple's rumored launch of an 8-inch iPod. By April 2003, people started guessing that it will be somwhere around 15 inches in size. Never happened.
In 2004
A UK-based reporter discovers that Apple allegedly bought a trademark protection for a seemingly iBook screen minus the keyboard. Never happened.
From 2005-2007
Tech editors keep discovering clues that Apple will launch a tablet. And it will have the name "MacBook Touch."
In 2009
Various websites report that Apple wil soon be launching a tablet sized at 9 or 10 inches. Some Taiwanese journalists mentioned a February 2010 ship date. Gawker.com puts up a reward for whoever can release photos of the long-awaited tablet. And another reward amounting to $100,000 for anyone who can show it being used for a good one hour.
People, in or out the industry have been eager to see the launch of THE Apple Tablet.
January 27, 2010, 1 PM Eastern Time, Apple announced the much-awaited hybrid of iPhone and MacBook.
Details grabbed from The Week
GlobeCalls App for iPhone
January 28 and I am so pleased with this new iPhone app from Globe Telecom.
Because I am not on SuperDuo though I wish I were but that just won't be practical. It's cheap, yes but not fit for my situation.
I know the number I frequently call by heart but sometimes it can be a hassle to key in the numbers manually.
Here is what it looks like once you've chosen a contact.
Once you scroll down, a few more options are available like
- send a text message
- send gcash (i don't use that)
- share-a-load (so handy!)
So, yes, this new GlobeCalls App for iPhone from Globe Telecom is such a useful tool. And it's a breeze to learn.
Because I am not on SuperDuo though I wish I were but that just won't be practical. It's cheap, yes but not fit for my situation.
I know the number I frequently call by heart but sometimes it can be a hassle to key in the numbers manually.
Here is what it looks like once you've chosen a contact.
Once you scroll down, a few more options are available like
- send a text message
- send gcash (i don't use that)
- share-a-load (so handy!)
So, yes, this new GlobeCalls App for iPhone from Globe Telecom is such a useful tool. And it's a breeze to learn.
New Year and Real Estate
A photo of 4/7 grandkids in Starbucks in the Fort.
Again, I am so behind with updates. In a day or two, I will be unbelievably busy with articles I have to finish by February 6.
No fail, whenever we go to any Starbucks branch or anywhere in High Street, we'd always receive real estate business cards from sales agent. They are so tempting and I always want to have a chat with them. Ugh! But I know it's too early for us to check on those. Well, except if they are pre-selling. That's an exemption. Besides we are really not in a hurry. Well, we are in a hurry to get out of this place but not hurry, hurry. Rambling mdoe again.
Oh wait, so this was the night we came home from San Mateo. Thus the pambahay clothes of my chikitings.
Let's see in 10 years?
Time For More
I'm supposed to do a Rapidshare Search for more movies and a few clips for kids. But I'm having a hard time focusing because I want to blog about so much. I'm developing short attention span because of the internet. There's just so much you can find and learn around here. But only trust the reliable websites, it's so easy to be lured in some marketing site. On my list, I have to find Johnny and the Sprites, Pororo, Dany and Daddy, and a few other kid programs, and those from Baby TV too. I need to replace some of the videos in their iPod.
Just another casual thought from me. Tss.
I am so backlogged here.
Here are a couple of shots from January 1.
My kids and I, together with my BIL and his family drove all the way to San Mateo to visit my MIL's mom.
It's such a long drive. I'm sorry that I always dread going there. My kids are not used to long trips. They can't stand being the car for too long. This is tried and tested, the longest my kids can stay behaved in the car is for 10 minutes. Just enough for a trip from our house to Market! Market! Whenever we go farther like in Glorietta or anywhere Ayala, they start getting cranky, the time we reach the intersection entering McKinley Road.
So on our trip, I had to stuff them with food inside the car so they won't have time to think about the long trip.
We arrived there stress-free and sound. Hahaha.
The Lola was happy to see the kids. And I was surprised that Monica actually talked to her. She was telling her about colors and flowers.
The next time we go there will probably be when ze husband comes home.
Just another casual thought from me. Tss.
I am so backlogged here.
Here are a couple of shots from January 1.
My kids and I, together with my BIL and his family drove all the way to San Mateo to visit my MIL's mom.
It's such a long drive. I'm sorry that I always dread going there. My kids are not used to long trips. They can't stand being the car for too long. This is tried and tested, the longest my kids can stay behaved in the car is for 10 minutes. Just enough for a trip from our house to Market! Market! Whenever we go farther like in Glorietta or anywhere Ayala, they start getting cranky, the time we reach the intersection entering McKinley Road.
So on our trip, I had to stuff them with food inside the car so they won't have time to think about the long trip.
We arrived there stress-free and sound. Hahaha.
The Lola was happy to see the kids. And I was surprised that Monica actually talked to her. She was telling her about colors and flowers.
The next time we go there will probably be when ze husband comes home.
Awnings Dream
I don't know about you, but I have a thing for awnings. Anything awnings, I like. Once saw a featured house in Urban Zone; the interior designer decided to install some decorative awnings on the daughter's bedroom. It was so cute! The room had a Parisian feel to it.
On one of the many sleepless nights Norvz and I have, we talk about our dream house. Our sole dream house. We don't plan on buying 2 or more houses. The house that we will build wil be our retirement home already. We don't see ourselves settling in a province whether Tagaytay or Baguio, no matter how developed they are. We want to live and die in the city. So, yah, only one house to build but we're thinking of buying some condo unit in a posh place for investment or for retirement or for the kids when we die. Hahaha. That is, if we are blessed with financial wealth. :p
Or we're also thinking, just go and buy a condo unit then live there forever. But it has to be in a nice location. Yes, we are keeping our hopes up.
Where am I going here?
What I'm trying to say is, we both like to have awnings in our future home. We like the idea that it somehow creates a statement. So much for that. Rambling thoughts again.
On one of the many sleepless nights Norvz and I have, we talk about our dream house. Our sole dream house. We don't plan on buying 2 or more houses. The house that we will build wil be our retirement home already. We don't see ourselves settling in a province whether Tagaytay or Baguio, no matter how developed they are. We want to live and die in the city. So, yah, only one house to build but we're thinking of buying some condo unit in a posh place for investment or for retirement or for the kids when we die. Hahaha. That is, if we are blessed with financial wealth. :p
Or we're also thinking, just go and buy a condo unit then live there forever. But it has to be in a nice location. Yes, we are keeping our hopes up.
Where am I going here?
What I'm trying to say is, we both like to have awnings in our future home. We like the idea that it somehow creates a statement. So much for that. Rambling thoughts again.
Apple's Latest Creation Event 01/27/10
After all these years, this is the first time that I am actually patiently tuned in to some liveblogging for the event.
Some thoughts:
Will there really be an Apple Tablet?
If there is, I'm sure it will be so expensive. So expensive, it's gonna be impractical already.
I bet it's gonna be like an e-reader. Goodluck to the sales of Nook and Kindle.
It'll have poor battery performance. Just like any other newly-launched Apple product.
I'm more eager to see newer versions of the iPhone and MacBook Pros..
For live blog of the event:
http://live.gizmodo.com/
Some thoughts:
Will there really be an Apple Tablet?
If there is, I'm sure it will be so expensive. So expensive, it's gonna be impractical already.
I bet it's gonna be like an e-reader. Goodluck to the sales of Nook and Kindle.
It'll have poor battery performance. Just like any other newly-launched Apple product.
I'm more eager to see newer versions of the iPhone and MacBook Pros..
For live blog of the event:
http://live.gizmodo.com/
...of Crystals and Glass
It will be a challenge for me to mention the exact date when I started loving crystals and anything glass. Hmm, wait, maybe when I discovered about mirrors? Hahahaha!!! That's glass, right? When I started taking pleasure in looking at my reflection every chance I get? Of course, I'm just joking.
Seriously, I really fancy anything crystal and glass, especially collectible Swarovski crystal figurines; they're so pretty to look at. I'm always fascinated with how they are made. And being much of an OC, I would love to take care of them. I would love to make sure they are always clean and scratch-free.
Enough about that.
Back in the day, even before GMask was launched, I made myself a personalized protection for my mobile, it was a Nokia 6600. I remember going to Michelle's in Divisoria, an authorized reseller of Swarovski at low prices. I spent a lot of money buying clear and hot pink Swarovski crystals. When I went home, I turned into Martha Stewart, hahaha. I started to get crafty and hurt myself a lot of time with the glue gun and stick.
I attached the crystals on my phone's casing. It was so lovely! My friends kept asking me about it. Hay, too bad I didn't get to take a picture of it.
Someday soon, when we have our own place already, our house will consist mainly of glass and stainless steel. And probably with wood pieces and some crystal collectibles. Though I'm not really sure if those combinations would look good together. Hahahaha!!!
Seriously, I really fancy anything crystal and glass, especially collectible Swarovski crystal figurines; they're so pretty to look at. I'm always fascinated with how they are made. And being much of an OC, I would love to take care of them. I would love to make sure they are always clean and scratch-free.
Enough about that.
Back in the day, even before GMask was launched, I made myself a personalized protection for my mobile, it was a Nokia 6600. I remember going to Michelle's in Divisoria, an authorized reseller of Swarovski at low prices. I spent a lot of money buying clear and hot pink Swarovski crystals. When I went home, I turned into Martha Stewart, hahaha. I started to get crafty and hurt myself a lot of time with the glue gun and stick.
I attached the crystals on my phone's casing. It was so lovely! My friends kept asking me about it. Hay, too bad I didn't get to take a picture of it.
Someday soon, when we have our own place already, our house will consist mainly of glass and stainless steel. And probably with wood pieces and some crystal collectibles. Though I'm not really sure if those combinations would look good together. Hahahaha!!!
Is It Obvious?
This afternoon, my mother goose sold one of her mobile phones to one of the household helpers. What is it with helpers and cellphones? We've encountered a lot, mostly from my sister, fresh from the province, and the first thing that they want to buy here is a cell phone. And not just any handset, they want something that has a cell phone television service!
I sometimes get surprised when I hear them talking to each other after just a couple of days being here in Manila, all they talk about it cell phones, models, and features.
In my case, I have nothing against them using it during work hours. I'm quite lenient. What I don't like is when my kid gets neglected or hurt because of a text or a call. I am so sure that more often than not, the text is probably just a "love quote". No reason for them to go rushing to grab their mobile. I do understand their need ot be connected with their family and friends. In the same manner that my mobile is attached to me especially when Norvz is docked somewhere.
Is it obvious that I am actually running out of things to talk about here?
Well, I'm still contemplating on how I can write the next few more relevant topics.
Since we're on the topic of mobile phones, I got an email from Nokia about this new phone, the X6. It's beautiful! But I really don't see myself buying a new phone anytime soon. Not unless it's an Apple.
Really, it's so hard to replace the "JESUS phone."
And for that, I am so excited for the upcoming APPLE "Latest Creation" Event. I hope I have the money to buy the goodies!!! *salivates*seizures*
I sometimes get surprised when I hear them talking to each other after just a couple of days being here in Manila, all they talk about it cell phones, models, and features.
In my case, I have nothing against them using it during work hours. I'm quite lenient. What I don't like is when my kid gets neglected or hurt because of a text or a call. I am so sure that more often than not, the text is probably just a "love quote". No reason for them to go rushing to grab their mobile. I do understand their need ot be connected with their family and friends. In the same manner that my mobile is attached to me especially when Norvz is docked somewhere.
Is it obvious that I am actually running out of things to talk about here?
Well, I'm still contemplating on how I can write the next few more relevant topics.
Since we're on the topic of mobile phones, I got an email from Nokia about this new phone, the X6. It's beautiful! But I really don't see myself buying a new phone anytime soon. Not unless it's an Apple.
Really, it's so hard to replace the "JESUS phone."
And for that, I am so excited for the upcoming APPLE "Latest Creation" Event. I hope I have the money to buy the goodies!!! *salivates*seizures*
27 January 2010
This Is What I've Been Waiting For
For the past several months, I have been exerting all my efforts trying to monetize this blog. Having your own web address entails money. I made a right choice choosing blogger as my host/ provider because it's free and easy to use although not highly customisable unlike wordpress--which is too technical for me. I don't have enough time to learn all those html stuff.
Blog is a very powerful tool now for social media campaigns.
Honestly, I don't really aim to be like Bryanboy or any other popular blogger. I'm just here to log all my mundane and not-so mundane experiences as a mother and wife. Before signing up for a blog, I never thought I would go this far and would actually think of ways to earn money from here.
I want to record almost everything, to earn is just a bonus for me.
Now, I have a sponsor. That banner you see up there? BabyStar. Yes, that's my sponsor.
I'm happy.
Blog is a very powerful tool now for social media campaigns.
Honestly, I don't really aim to be like Bryanboy or any other popular blogger. I'm just here to log all my mundane and not-so mundane experiences as a mother and wife. Before signing up for a blog, I never thought I would go this far and would actually think of ways to earn money from here.
I want to record almost everything, to earn is just a bonus for me.
Now, I have a sponsor. That banner you see up there? BabyStar. Yes, that's my sponsor.
I'm happy.
26 January 2010
New Disclosure Policy
This policy is valid from 26 January 2010
This blog is a personal blog written and edited by me. This blog accepts forms of cash advertising, sponsorship, paid insertions or other forms of compensation.
The compensation received may influence the advertising content, topics or posts made in this blog. That content, advertising space or post may not always be identified as paid or sponsored content.
The owner(s) of this blog is compensated to provide opinion on products, services, websites and various other topics. Even though the owner(s) of this blog receives compensation for our posts or advertisements, we always give our honest opinions, findings, beliefs, or experiences on those topics or products. The views and opinions expressed on this blog are purely the bloggers' own. Any product claim, statistic, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer, provider or party in question.
This blog does not contain any content which might present a conflict of interest.
To get your own policy, go to http://www.disclosurepolicy.org
This blog is a personal blog written and edited by me. This blog accepts forms of cash advertising, sponsorship, paid insertions or other forms of compensation.
The compensation received may influence the advertising content, topics or posts made in this blog. That content, advertising space or post may not always be identified as paid or sponsored content.
The owner(s) of this blog is compensated to provide opinion on products, services, websites and various other topics. Even though the owner(s) of this blog receives compensation for our posts or advertisements, we always give our honest opinions, findings, beliefs, or experiences on those topics or products. The views and opinions expressed on this blog are purely the bloggers' own. Any product claim, statistic, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer, provider or party in question.
This blog does not contain any content which might present a conflict of interest.
To get your own policy, go to http://www.disclosurepolicy.org
25 January 2010
Blogs Turned Books!!!
Alright, I am so ecstatic about this. After fixing a PPP post and publishing it, this is what greeted surprised me.
If you have a blog, you can now turn them into books either in soft or hard cover. Plus, you also have the option of choosing the front and back cover or if you feel like you're so much of an author that you plan to put some introduction and what-nots on the first few pages.
You may also opt to convert your blog into an e-book if you want it cheaper.
Once you start the process, you will be shown a preview of your book and make some more changes before having it printed. And what's even better is they offer FREE SHIPPING! Though I'm sure that's limited to USA only.
But, whatever. The idea still ROCKS! Yikes, I think that's the FIRST time I EVER used that adjective in my ENTIRE life! Hahaha!
Link Love
If you have a blog, you can now turn them into books either in soft or hard cover. Plus, you also have the option of choosing the front and back cover or if you feel like you're so much of an author that you plan to put some introduction and what-nots on the first few pages.
You may also opt to convert your blog into an e-book if you want it cheaper.
Once you start the process, you will be shown a preview of your book and make some more changes before having it printed. And what's even better is they offer FREE SHIPPING! Though I'm sure that's limited to USA only.
But, whatever. The idea still ROCKS! Yikes, I think that's the FIRST time I EVER used that adjective in my ENTIRE life! Hahaha!
Link Love
