Maria Corazon "Cory" Cojuangco Aquino (January 25, 1933 – August 1, 2009)

Former Philippines President Corazon Aquino has died at the age of 76, her family said.

She had been suffering from colon cancer for more than a year and recently announced she was refusing further treatment.

Her family had said she was leaving her fate to God, prompting church services offering prayers for her health.

Mrs Aquino became president when the 1986 "people power" uprising deposed former dictator Ferdinand Marcos.

"Our mother peacefully passed away at 0318 [1918 GMT Friday] of cardio-respiratory arrest," Mrs Aquino's son, Senator Benigno Aquino Jr, told the media.

"She would have wanted us to thank each and every one of you for all the prayers and the continuous love and support," he said.

"It was her wish for all of us to pray for one another and for the country."

Mrs Aquino, who was known as Tita (Aunty) Cory, had been admitted to hospital about a month ago suffering from a loss of appetite related to her condition.

In a statement at the time, her family said they remained "in complete trust in God's infinite healing power".

"She has and always will be a woman of faith, a fighter, a source of hope and inspiration for all of us, not just her family but our entire nation as well," the statement said.

A series of daily masses were held to pray for Mrs Aquino's health, at least one of which was attended by her former political rivals, President Joseph "Erap" Estrada and former first lady Imelda Marcos.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/8179357.stm

-ICON OF PHILIPPINE DEMOCRACY, ASIA'S FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT, THE LADY IN YELLOW, WIFE OF THE FAMOUS BENIGNO AQUINO JR.- MARIA CORAZON

Christmas is near!

Christmas is just a few months away and people like us (the blogger groupie) are already making plans for our Christmas parties - yep, parties as in plural form. We'll be having two different parties, one for the mommy bloggers with our families and the other one are for the online bebots - group of digital scrap booker and twittermates. Anyways, we are already thinking of who to assign as the organizer since there will be a need to order or make Party Christmas Invitations to send out to the members who are based in other countries. And since it'll be soon jampacked situation over the post office, we need to start early and mail Christmas invitations or Christmas Holiday Invitations, whatever you prefer.

Speaking of invitation, since we need to do things as fast as we can, one suggest that we just order from www.holiday-invitations.com an invitations christmas party for a hassle free but very unique and personalized invites! Well, we'll see... will update soon.

I envy you Bella!

Just of those moments I wished to be carried like this by Edward! :D

2 anniversaries to attend!

This morning, my mom received two different Wedding Anniversary Invitations , well it's just that I don't know, maybe we find it very unusual to attend wedding anniversary parties and the likes. Anyways, the first invite is for a grand 50th wedding anniversary and the other one is for a 25th wedding anniversary celebration. In all fairness, the golden anniversary invitation is really fabulous! I really liked the intricate design and every details of the invitation, from the envelope seal to the paper that was used, perfect!

And speaking of invitation, I noticed that they got it from www.express-invitations.com, a renowned invitation makers online! known for their unique personalized design and fast-same day delivery offerings. I can say that the celebrants or whoever plans the event has a great taste on details and suppliers.

themed kitchen

A friend called me up this morning. She told me that she is having her kitchen renovated. She recently came back from Mexico from a vacation (yes she braved the risk of returning with H1N1 Virus). She told me that she is having a Mexican theme for her kitchen. She had been to an old Mexican house while touring and she loved the rustic kitchen.
She wanted a Hacienda atmosphere for her dirty kitchen that is why she is having it done from the colors down to the old wood fired stove tops. I asked her if she would really use the wood stoves. She told me she would because that would cost lesser than gas stoves aside from that she said that it is more eco-friendly compared to gas stoves. I kidded her that she really wanted to be a Haciendera.


Written in association with wood burning stove suppliers

friday fillins

Graphic courtesy of Tonya!

And...here we go!

1. It's time for a moment of silence for the late President Cory Aquino.

2. Church; it's not a bad place for thinking and soul searching.

3. I must be a sad day for all Filipinos

4. Chocolate and coffee is the best thing I have ever known.

5. My mantra is simply live and learn.

6. The last time I laughed really loudly was last night while talking to Aggie and Glo.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to finishing Sid's tasks, tomorrow my plans include hearing mass and Sunday, I want to hit the mall!

2009 Philippines National Artists

1. Manuel Urbano, a.k.a. Manuel Conde : for the Film and Broadcast Category (posthumous);
2. Lazaro Francisco: for Literature (posthumous)
3. Federico Aguilar-Alcuaz: for Visual Arts, Painting, Sculpture and Mixed Media;
4. Cecilia Guidote-Alvarez: for Theater;
5. Francisco “Bobby” Mañosa: for Architecture;
6. Carlo J. Caparas: for Visual Arts and Film
7. Jose “Pitoy” Moreno: for Fashion Design

investing on AG

mom has been thinking of collecting some precious items that she might put on display in our house. Over the years, she has been into jars and those Chinese figurines of all images, sizes and shapes. I remember how she would drag me to the famous Chinese stores in the metro and as expected, I would be carrying heavy and fragile loots in the afternoon. Although she still loves her collections, now she is into ethnic stuff and the likes, more of like items that has sentimental values and has history on it.Anyways, aside from antiques and other stuff, she also is considering buying silver actually, the fact that it has a history on every piece makes the item more intriguing and for sure, friend will soon be asking where in the world she got those pieces! And you know what's running in her head? reselling! yes, actually anyone can do that, especially if you have the passion for the finest collections

Authentic Coach Bags Galore

Oh no, to start this post with... these lovely authentic Coach bags are not mine (oh, how I wish!) but these are all orders by our friends from Glo in Boston which was shipped to my place and I just did the packing and distributing :D And I was able to see every piece up close and even tried if the bags will fit me! hahahaha! took picture and put it in their respective boxes :D

Now let me just share with you the wonderful Coach bags :D

my coach stripe beach swing pack

• AUTHENTIC COACH STRIPE BEACH SWING PACK
  
• Made of whimsical Coach signature fabric and brown leather trim
• Front convenient slip pocket with Coach leather patch; nickel hardware
• 48 inch adjustable webbing canvas strap with dogleash clip
• Fully lined interior; can be worn on shoulder or cross body

This is a gorgeous zip swingpack bag! It features the COACH cotton Multi Stripe fabric. The stripes are in peach, green, yellow light blue, pink, dark pink and white. What a fabulous bag to take on vacation! There is one large outside slip pocket with tan leather trim. It has silvertone hardware. It is simply stunning! This features a nice 49" long woven strap that is tan or khaki color and tan leather accents. It can be adjusted to any length needed and is very strong. The inside of this fabulous bag is lined in COACH's fabulous Grafitti Paint Fabric so you can easily see your contents. It comes with the traditional COACH hang tag on the outside in tan This bag measures 8.5" tall, 7.5" wide. Perfect bag for when you don't want to take along a larger purse or need to be hands free and yet still so stylish

power up!

the economy has gone wild same as the people going gaga on price hikes and money matters, today is really the time to create a very good strategy in order to make our living a better one. For example, getting some good options screener for business can make ones investment in proper control, meaning for those who wanted to have the best essential tool to be use in their money making scheme one can grab a PowerOptions tool by SmartSearchXL®, a technology created to help the user the best way to Find, Compare, Analyze, and Make Money On Stock Option Trading. It says to control automatically a businesses data and even options online for the user to meet profit goals. Bundled with the package of PowerOptions tools are the essential data to run the said online tools, analysis and options listings. With a 14 day trial period, one can test drive this PowerOptions giving you a competitive edge in business

WW: Bee Love!

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Bath and Body Works Sale!

My good friend emailed and told me about the B&B hand soap sale! I cannot let this special offer go without ordering for myself because I am one true addict to the scents of this anti bacterial soaps! Even my mom love using it! the lovely smell and the softness of the hands it brings after every wash is just wonderful! :D Have I placed my order?! yeseree! chose 7 scents that would cost me $20! pretty cheap right?! :D

js prom

I am not being to update my blog during the last few days because of so many things, though during my free hours I try to look for our old photos and have it scanned so to load it up all on my flickr account. And speaking of old photos, I was able to find our high school prom photos! it suddenly brings back good memories! how my best friend and I searched for the best prom dresses there is during our times. Funny how we decided to have a non matching gowns during our senior year, it was when we decided that I take the short prom dresses line while she goes the long gown version. We then asked our dress/gown maker with our desired design photo and it was both a hit! I guess our gowns gave us a lot of boost and confidence during that time, imagine we were never vacant with dancing partners for the whole night! boy it was tiring, but super super fun! But if given a chance? I'd probably had a different gown design, if only those prom dresses Clarisse were already available during our time! lol

hair talks

Let's just say that I'd do anything, just about anything to make my hair in really good shape. Hair Products that are well reviewed and rave for by so many people are the ones that I usually dare try and make it a point to get the most out of it. I also have hair gadgets like Flat Irons, blow drier, crimper, rollers amongst the other easy to use hair stuff. I collect stuff you know, just to give my hair a good lift everyday! And speaking of hair products, my dad also have great Shears and Scissors as his collection! Funny, but yes we are a family that cares so much about hair! lol

missing something

Been missing a lot of stuff like working, well from time to time I mean. Actually, I miss my second to the last work where I have this transportation allowance or Mileage reimbursement everyday because I have to drive around the economic zones to visit companies that I handle, I just love the idea of having my own time to handle, schedules to make or break that depends on my mood or whatever. I can also run my own errands from time to time, no need to report or whatever plus the fact that I can bring home the car with me on weekdays. It was such a nice job actually, you know, visiting companies and arranging meet ups with clients, free meal every now and then, which I often look forward too! But you know, there are also some down side when I do drive and take care of the car, because I have to be very more careful in driving so that accidents and other mishaps would'nt happen. But of course, nothing beats working at home, I just hope that one day when things are well settled and all, I can have my own car to drive and cruise around wherever I wanted to go, with my daughter! Well, of course with my husband's consent all the time.

Hidden.

We were at the church earlier and just when everything went good as usual, a lady from out of nowhere freaks out looking for her purse! It was gone at that instant and no one from her behind was able to tell her who took it from her bag. I heard that she just went for the communion and when she comes back, found out that indeed her purse was already missing. Anyways, I wonder what the church can do with situations like that specially when there are no guard to watch over the people and since it is one open community, where practically anyone can enter and leave.
I wonder if a Hidden Camera can be used in every church, you know, just to make sure that people and their belongings are being well watched. And speaking of this great gadget, this also can be use now at home, specially if you have a kid being left to the care of a nanny, being able to review what happened during the day can make the parents feel at ease and worry free. So there, maybe my mom can also use one for her store, to monitor the buyers and the people that usually stays around at the store.

WW: Dark Side

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wedding anniversary

This December is our fourth wedding anniversary. But this year is a different one for us because we wouldn't be able to celebrate our special day together. Living in a two different parts of the world is just the saddest thing you know. So that would mean no Wedding Anniversary Invitations to be send out! hahaha, as if we had experience this wedding anniversary party or anything before! well, who knows? maybe someday, we'll be able to give out anniversary party invitations for one of our milestone anniversary!

Though it might be very too far to happen since we are just in the starting phase of married life! But of course, I always dream of being able to get to that 50th wedding anniversary just like my husband's grandparents! Such a loving scene, seeing them still so in love and all. Inspiring! I just hope that when the time comes and we decided to have one of those parties, www.cardsshoppe.com will still be able to our pretty invitations!

art and stuff

My parents both love collecting art pieces, some are greatly priced while the others are just plain art displays. But I can say that they treat all of it fair and equal, no bias when it comes to special attention. Whenever my dad is here for vacation, he see to it that he cleans his stuff every so often, he even checks every detail just to make sure that everything is in perfect condition. That is why, he is now asking me to look for art storage company that offers keeping of such items, why? Because early next year he is thinking of renovating our house, thus he wants to have his art collection be kept in a safe place, where it can be plainly kept and taken care of. Actually, after looking on the web I saw this www.imaginemindseye.com that claims to be the best when it comes to art keeping, transporting and display. This company offers a great number of services which art collectors can get. One worry is the price, good thing they have a tab for quotations and pricing. Got to check it out after this.

kids pair

I have a niece who now needs to wear prescription glasses, it all started when she experience having a hard time reading her text books. At first we thought it was just the usual eye irritation until she said that she really can't read especially the small letters. So I started reading about the $ 8 Rx eyeglasses when I saw Zenni Optical on TV!!! It must be really good since a lot of good raves and reviews were provided with their eye glasses. So there, we might check out the kids design of eyeglasses and will probably order one for my niece. High Five to Zenni Optical !

powered

The husband's birthday is just a few weeks away and I am still wondering what to give him on his special day. It's not that he's hard to please or anything but sometimes it's really hard to think of what to give him, that for sure he'll surely like! Aside from cars (which are way too expensive for me to get) he also likes collecting gadgets, power tools and anything that he can use for his fixing of things. And since he likes creating his own boxes for his sound set ups, he usually has to borrow stuff and tools from his friends who has them. And I think, getting him his own Bostitch items would make him happy - I hope! With the brands? um, honestly I'm still not sure which to get, need to check out powertools.us to see what brands they truly recommend and yes, will sure ask my dad since he too likes collecting stuff like those. And I remember how they talked about Bostitch compressors sometime ago so I believe he really know the ins and outs about it. Anyways, here are some of the snaps I got from the said site... will have to read and ask the use of every items to know which one he usually use.

Dora Clothing Sale!

As I've mention on my other post about the big sale of www.allaboardtoys.com, here are some of my other finds from where else, Dora! clothing line for the litte ones, and the price?! oh my! super cheap! all items are priced at $12 and below! and the fact that it comes it sets/pairs, thus making it super affordable! I just need to ask my friend who does the ordering if I can still cart some of this items... the swimsuits, outer wears are so pretty isn't?!

Digital Arts & Crafts Studio

By Fisher-Price.
My latest grabs for the little girl. Thank heavens for Allaboardtoys big big sale! 65% off! My online friends were able to snag this DACS for the kids. And since it was on sale, I was also able to get the Dora CD for the arts and craft studio! can't wait for this loots to arrive! But, it'll have to wait because this will part of her Christmas presents! :D

Transform your home computer into an awesome Digital Arts & Crafts Studio for kids! Hundreds of creative activities and kid-friendly tools make it fun and easy for kids to play and create on your computer, all by themselves! They can turn the stylus into a pencil tool for drawing, a paint brush, crayon, stamper and more, to design, create, print, and assemble all kinds of fun art activities and cool craft projects. Jumping frogs, flying airplanes, paper people, greeting cards, invitations, party hats, digital coloring pages, dot-to-dot activity pages, and more! Convenient USB cable connection and one-time CD-ROM software installation make it quick and easy to set up. Password-protected controls block access to desktop and hard drive files to keep your computer secure. Minimum system requirements are: Microsoft Windows - Microsoft XP and Microsoft 2000 Processor: 750MHz, Memory: 256MB RAM, Hard Drive space: 200MB available, Video Graphics Resolution: 1024x768 Video RAM: 64MB, and USB port 1.1. Color printer and internet connection for software updates recommended.

Dora the Explorer Arts & Crafts - Digital Arts & Crafts Accessory

The Dora the Explorer Accessory Pack is designed for the Fisher-Price Digital Arts & Crafts Studio (sold separately). The accessory pack includes a CD, which when loaded onto the child's computer, brings specific Dora the Explorer elements and content to the arts and crafts activities which appear on the base. The CD also contains 5 fun arts & crafts projects: 1) Map Maker 2) Explorer Hat 3) Explorer Checklist 4) Explorer Tools 5) Adventure Journal.

another one?

Are you also thinking of getting another course? Because I do! if it really possible for us financially, I would really enroll myself in one of those beauty school indianapolis and learn the do's and don'ts of beauty, make-ups and more! You see, it has been years since the day I dreamed of owning my own salon, and who knows, in the right time, I might be able to put up my own dream business and probably be the one to take over the ones that needs professional help and all. So you wonder what it the world did I took to make me blurb about this thing? because I was able to stumble upon www.regencybeauty.com a school that is popular to offering courses that has to do with beauty and cosmetology. I even remember my dad telling me about the good chance of earning a good deal of life in another country with an experience to the said profession, and who knows, one day, this dream could land somewhere. I just need to really get into studying one more time.

random

Which do you prefer, to eat or sleep?

:: eat

What are you listening to?

:: wave891's quiet storm

Last thing you ate?

:: puto and piattos

What were you doing at midnight last night?

:: i was asleep

Are you satisfied with how things are going?

:: yes, kind of

Who was the last person you had a conversation with on the phone?

:: my mom

WW: IPOD

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oh brands!

How do we like or prefer on choosing brands? Admit it or not, we all prefer the ones that are popular. The ones that has been out in the market for the longest time than the newbies. We always seem to notice the ones that has established their names in the business. I know it's true. So for those who are just new in whatever business they are, getting the best of their names for the public to know is the biggest thing. That is why, getting their products or company the best Branding and all the works. By getting that, products can surely leap way up high because they'll be known in the market without the long wait.www.brandidentityguru.com does this magical stuff so you know, actually, more and more businesses are acquiring their services when it comes to boosting their name brands, to whatever magic of process they have, I believe it's really effective, from all the positive response of their clients and all. So there, who knows, when I happen to build my own business in the future, I'll get this branding service too! ;)

Rootote Galore

My friends are raving about this super famous Rootote bags, and as one of the many who totally loves tote bags, the shopping spree makes me really giddy! let me share with you my favorite picks amongst all the beautiful designs...


Aren't they all nice? Actually, been having a hard time deciding which design to get! If only I can hoard 'em all, then it would be very very nice! Oh, shopping does magic! bwahahahaha

oh, so you ask what makes this tote special? see this:



The total shopper's bag :D so what are you waiting for? c'mon! let's go shopping! you need help? buzz me and I'll hook you with my friend who resell this totes!

black or white?!

No it's not an MJ song... but this butterfly loose dress, which to get, the black or the white?! made of cotton and lycra, really good for the hot weather of Pinas, not too short nor too long also. After the decision on which color, belt hunting is next! Funny but I'd like to wear this with a thinner belt, I will not follow the model's way of wearing it, and we'll see if I can strut it well, good lcuck to me! hahahaha

Surf galore

Staying here at my folk's house is the coolest! You see, it has been years since the last time I felt so pampered and cared by my parents, specially my mom. After our wedding, the husband and I moved out and we had a place of our own from then on, that is why I really miss being a daughter again in this house. Perks are overflowing, like not doing the house chores (though I try to do my share of course), cooking, help when it comes to taking care of my toddler and best of all the best is cable TV!
I know, such a loser to be happy with cable tv right? but yeah, a real big time loser because we don't have one in our crib, the cable company representative told us that our village is too far from the main line, thus making it impossible for us to get us connected. Sad isn't?!
But hear this, we still have hope, for I was offered to get a satellite dish with an fta receiver and voila, hundreds of channels to surf in that instant! I'd probably read about this thing over at N2News and learn more of it, all those FTA keys, Kbox and the likes are like aliens to my head now!
So back to what I'm saying on the beginning, Ijjust love staying here and since the husband is working for greener pasture in a faraway land, this stay will sure to extend :D

Having a Baby!

Having a baby is my most happiest day to this date! In fact, the moment that my husband and I learned that we are pregnant we can't wait to tell everyone close to us our God's surprise gift! And as what we expected, everyone was at their happiest too. Even friends started planning for a baby shower as early as they can. But of course, I had to tell them to wait until I reach my 8th month just you know, baby bump is at it's balloon-like phase.

So there, we all waited with great anticipation and when I reached my 7th month, a close friend volunteered to make/order Baby Invitations for the party! I was really surprised because I didn't know that shower invitations will still be needed. But then again, thanks for my friends for doing all the works.

Speaking of invitations, found this great site www.cards-411.com that make wonderful invitations baby shower that can become a perfect gift for the expectant mom, imagine making her experience baby shower complete with invitations shower! Nice!

Drooling....

Over this Silky One Piece Dress! :D

Will this suit me? I wonder... actually this pretty thing will soon be ordered! good luck if it will fit on me. I sure hope! :D Been needing new set of wardrobe for I'm getting tired of my boring clothes, this time dainty and feminine styles are my type... dresses, girly tops and the likes are my idea of style just like the one on the picture below. Nice isn't?