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A New Year, A Great Love, A Bright Future and How Apps Keep Me Sane!

2011

I was going to blog a summary of my 2010 but I think everyone else is doing it, so I won't. ^_^ Besides, no point looking back... I got the entire 2011 to look forward to!

Not to sound totally ungrateful but okay, I'm glad to have been given another chance to live and try to make a difference. I'm glad to have ever supportive parents (in spite of the occasional bickering that comes with living with them). I'm glad to have the best boyfriend in the whole world... and having had one too many, I have every right to claim that Noodle Boy is THE BEST and I have no intention of leaving him, entertaining other guys, or continue dreaming of Ryan Reynolds. I'm glad I still have my sanity intact so I can plan for the future (which is about time!) and I got my iPhone and apps to help me get by.

First blog entry of 2011 and my favorite iPhone apps in here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2011/01/new-year-great-love-bright-future-and.html

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2:00 AM
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A Game of Luck? The Contest Whore That is Me!

2010

Another year, another 365 days of cool contests online. I've never considered myself really lucky. I haven't won the lotto, right? But chances are, I usually get Lady Luck's nod when it comes to contests. I enjoy contests. I'm not a very competitive person evidently as you can see that I'm not into sports. But as far as playing cards, gambling, and writing competitions, I've been doing it for as long as I remember. Even before the dawn of the Internet.

I come from a family who plays madjong almost everyday; hosts madjong, piat2x/pusoy, and poker sessions at my house; and goes to the casino whenever there is a chance to. When I went to Las Vegas with my mom, I could literally see the sparkle in her eyes. I wasn't really there for the games... If you know what I mean. ^_^

All about online contests in here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2011/01/game-of-luck-contest-whore-that-is-me.html

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Money Matters

gaisano

This may sound weird to most of you but I just had my first M. Lhullier moment! *fist pump* Weeee! Also I am aware that this may not mean anything to anyone but to me, it does. Because now I don't have to deal with Paypal and pay such exorbitant fees. With XOOM (yup, xoom.com) it's so easy to get my ka-ching hassle-free! Shout outs to Peachy of Innuendo for all of these!

Read my story... in here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2010/11/money-matters.html

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The tale of the two phones

Two months ago, I was bugging NoodleBoy about not having a wifi-enabled phone. Yes, it's true... When I sold my iPhone 3Gs, I was left with a Cherry Mobile P1, the MyPhone Q21, an 8gb Nokia N95, an old Nokia 6233. I know it's a lot of phones... but really, I wanted something like my Sofie. I can be really annoying when I want something... and I'm not even going to blame my star sign or horoscope for that. It's just me.

You must read the whole story... in here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2010/10/tale-of-two-phones.html

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The Sulitizen Story of a Phone-atic

mymaria

My NoodleBoy kids me sometimes. Whenever I tell him, "I feel so complete now. I have you in my life." He jokingly adds, "Yes, me... and your phones." Instead of getting mad at him for not taking me seriously when I tell him how I feel, I just smile because I guess it's true. I'm not in denial.

I don't know why I have so many phones (both expensive and cheap ones)... I mean, I can't come up with a valid reason but I do know that they make me happy. That seems valid enough for me.. and for NoodleBoy, as sweet and understanding as he is, he is happy that I am happy! Materialistic, yes... but I try to do my corporal works of mercy nevertheless.

Read my SULIT story... in here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2010/10/sulitizen-story-of-phone-atic.html

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Philippine tourism is far from dead.

facebook

We know that since the hostage taking crisis that happened, the Philippines has suffered quite a loss in the tourism industry/department. Lots of resorts and hotels are having promotions and discounts already. But all hope is not lost... Why? Because I am an optimist (or so I'd like to think) and I believe that the Philippines is still the next best thing to paradise. Third-world paradise maybe but still... paradise!!! You'll see why.

Check it out... in here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2010/09/philippine-tourism-is-far-from-dead.html

8:37 AM
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Hello camera!

children

A few days ago I got a new toy from Sis Kim... Well, actually it serves a purpose so I'm not sure if it's just a toy this time. It's something I need additionally to get a head start on our newest biz... the Ramenoodles Photography.

Check out my latest gadget & pictures in here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2010/07/hello-camera.html

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From L'Oreal Paris with Love

contest

Last Mother's Day, I wasn't really sure what to give my mom except for the usual balloons and flowers plus a poem from me... And I was busy with trying to run SALA Lounge + Café, too! I figured I'd just let my mom beat me at PS3... That would work.

Then a cool contest came along.

Find out what I won for my mom »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2010/07/from-loreal-paris-with-love.html

9:44 PM
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This Bag Is Our Country's Story

jansport

Just because I celebrated the 4th of July by eating my heart out, it doesn't change the fact that I remain true to my roots... I AM PROUD TO BE PINOY!

Be proud to be Pinoy & please help me out here »
http://www.bastaigatsikat.com/2010/07/this-bag-is-our-countrys-story.html

8:27 AM
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Partial Eclipse?! QUASI-Eclipsed!

eclipse

It's not TWILIGHT, okay? I still do not get that movie, nor will I ever try to understand it. Tee hee!

Anyway, I wanted to shoot the moon at 7PM because it was a PARTIAL ECLIPSE tonight... but my laziness got the best of me. (And I had to look for the freaking tripod!!!)

But at 9:08PM, I tried my luck.. and voila! Here's the moon, QUASI-eclipsed! LOL!!!

I should practice shooting some more. Ugh.

11:31 AM
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Havaianas Philippines - Happy Soles Will Travel To Brazil

2010

http://www.havaianasphilippines.com/happysoles/willtravel/p2_profile.php?pid=9
I know I'm practically tone deaf and all but... desperate times call for desperate measures! Please vote for me!!! http://www.havaianasphilippines.com/happysoles/willtravel/p2_profile.php?pid=9

8:05 PM
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Maybe it's Maybelline!

9biggest

The Maybelline gift pack that I won in the 9 Biggest Facebook contest arrived today! Woohoo!!!

Thank you Maybelline... Now I have new stuffs to try and I'm pretty sure I'll be lovin' 'em! Weeeeeeee!

CHECK WHAT'S INSIDE THE SWAG BAG! CLICK HERE!

http://bastaigatsikat.blogspot.com/2010/05/maybe-its-maybelline.html

4:00 AM
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Maybe she's born with it.

colossal

Maybe it's Maybelline!

For 17 years, I've been loyal only to one mascara. I've tried others, those that were given as gifts and pasalubongs, but no other ever came close to Maybelline.

The loyalty paid off today... when I received this COLOSSAL news!!!

I didn't even know it until Claire came over and told me about it! She told me to check Facebook! OMG! It was totally unexpected! Thank you so much Maybelline!

Be a winner like me!!! Win prizes from Maybelline!!!
Read here:
http://bastaigatsikat.blogspot.com/2010/05/maybe-shes-born-with-it.html

3:24 AM
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HAVAIANAS Happy Soles - Official Entry

2010

My official entry to the Havaianas Happy Sole contest! See: http://www.havaianasphilippines.com/happysoles/

9:50 AM
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Pizza or Politics?

betterormoc

You decide.

Normally I don't write about politics or anything related to our government because it makes me ~~vomit~~ depressed, but the recent blackout/brownouts or power outages has prompted me to blog about it. Why? Because it's annoying and I want to de-stress myself. Now I have a weird feeling these recent turn of events, blame it on the TransCo or whoever you want, I feel has something to do with the automated voting for the upcoming elections. Perhaps they want to do it the old way, maybe because cheating would be so much easier? The "dagdag-bawas" technique has been proven for so many years and had been carried out effortlessly. But what do I know about it, right? I'm just a common law-abiding citizen who does not know where my taxes go. (I don't pay much anyway because I freelance a lot. So yeah.) You know, this is one of the reasons why I shifted from my Political Science course. I figured everything I was taught in class will never happen in real life.

I guess I read and watch too many conspiracy theories to make me ponder this time. But it can't be helped. The signs are everywhere! I mean, I am here at the hotel, writing this piece, and the moment we arrived at the parking lot, I was like, "What in blazes is happening now? Too many cars with red-plates and single digit ones plus uniformed men here. Is there a convention or did these guys just found out how yummy the seafood pizza is at the hotel?"

CLICK FOR PICTURES AND READ THE REST OF THE ENTRY HERE:
http://bastaigatsikat.blogspot.com/2010/02/poetry-in-politics-not.html

2:10 AM
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Pssst!! Need a small phone for back-up?

b23

Selling my extra my|phone B23 Duo dual sim phone.
Got this from SUN CELLULAR in January but didn't get the chance to use it.
Still under warranty.

Line #1 is locked to SUN network.
Line #2 can be used with Globe or Smart network.

Complete set with box. Like brand-new!!!
FULL SPECS: http://www.myphone.com.ph/B23 duo.htm

Reason for selling: Really don't have the use for it. Sayang lang!

Small phone, perfect for back-up!

NOW YOU KNOW...

Letting it go at a fixed price of PHP 2,800.00 only!
Add 200 for shipping anywhere in the Philippines!
Payment methods: BDO/Chinabank/GCASH

ia\m/^_^\m/ai

2:21 AM
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Panglao Pix!

2009

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Barks & Co. WOW! Bohol 2009

2009

Chocolate hills, butterfly sanctuary, tarsier sanctuary, Loboc river, Hinagdanan cave, Baclayon church, Python, Sandugo...

Tara na, viaje tayo!!!

11:39 PM
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Earth Hour 60!

WE SUPPORT!!!

Lights off. 8:30-9:30 p.m. local time. Light writing with LED light.

6:41 AM
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Seller with ZERO feedback + bank transfer payment = YES or NO?

buyer

I recently bought an item in eBay from a seller with 0 feedback. I know it's a big NO-NO if it's not going to be a meet-up and especially if it's worth 5K, right? I'm from Leyte and since it's the New Year, I felt being up for a challenge. :D So given the benefit of a doubt, I went ahead and paid for the item via BPI bank transfer today. (No GCASH! So it should be good, right?!)

I was informed the item will be shipped tomorrow morning. I'm crossing my fingers that this equation:
Seller with ZERO feedback + bank transfer payment
= EQUALS = a positive result.

I will update this post once I receive the item (giving it 2-3 days to arrive if it will be shipped tomorrow). I read that being given a tracking # isn't quite enough because I might not get the actual item, right? So I'll leave my feedback to this seller once I get the item.

And so for some peace of mind, I am hoping for reactions, suggestions, or advice from Ebayers.

Please let me know if I made the right choice... (especially that I just broke my New Year's resolution of not shopping online anymore! Hehe!!)

Happy 2009 online shoppers!!!

ia\m/^_^\m/ai

P.S. I posted this at the eBay Philippines Discussion Board :]

3:14 AM
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