Calendar Notes

Kraft Cheez Whiz Palamantasan in Lapu-lapu Central Elementary School Cebu

2010-07-24T01:06:00.000-07:00

July is the month of nutrition. In line with this, Kraft Cheez Whiz, one of the most-loved cheese brands in the country in partnership with the Department of Education has come up with Palamantasan-the first interschool competition among grade school students nationwide in a quest for nutrition education for the schoolchildren to learn. To teach them is already something. But to revolutionize it into a nationwide interschool competition for them to learn is something else.

Last Saturday, July 17, 2010, Lapu-lapu Central Elementary School was one of the many schools to compete. Winners from this eliminations will go to the Regional eliminations, and succeedingly to the National Finals. Kraft Cheez Whiz chose to do a school-based program to further raise public consciousness. Alex Dan Tacderas, Category Manager for Cheese and Spoonables, Kraft Foods Philippines shares, "School is second to home where children learn basic lessons and values, that is why we wanted to direct our cause and execute our program in schools–in both an enjoyable and educational way."

Also, Tacderas shared a story about 'One can make a difference'. The story goes like this.

There was a young man walking on the shore one day and as he walked, he saw many starfishes drifted into the shore. He was walking until he saw a young boy throwing the starfishes back into the sea. The young man approached the boy and asked, "What are you doing?". The young boy replied, "I'm trying to save the starfishes so I'm throwing them back to the sea". The young man laughed and said, "You're just wasting your time, nothing can make a difference". But the young boy ignored the young man and still continued to throw the starfishes back. He held one starfish, threw it into the sea and said, "There, I made a difference".

Each one of us can make a difference indeed. Simple actions can change the world. Just for an instance, eating healthy foods for proper nutrition can draw many to do the same.

I remember how we celebrated Nutrition month during my elementary years. Parade of fruits and vegetables with the drum and buggle corps is always there. We had singing competition, declamation, essay writing contest, poster-making contest, and cooking competition related to proper nutrition. I used to be good at declamation so luckily I won. There are only three words that comes into my mind whenever I hear the words Nutrition month, and that is Go, Grow, and Glow.

During Cheez Whiz Palamantasan ng Sarap, they have also conducted contests in line with the National Nutrition Month’s Celebration. These contests include Cheez Whiz Cheering Competition which each team’s presentation must include the Cheez Whiz lyrics that can be used as a cheer or chant, the On-The-Spot Essay Writing Contest in which essays must be in English and would revolve in the question: “Anu-ano ang natutunan mo tungkol sa palaman at nutrisyon?”, the Sabayang Bigkas in which all the members of the group must memorize their given piece in not more than 20 minutes presentation, the Sandwich Art which is making sandwiches in its artistic way by the use of Kraft Cheez Whiz, and the Jarchitecture Contest in which the art work must portray the theme: “Good Nutrition”.

Winners of the said contests are as follows:

Sabayang Bigkas
Coaches: Sheila R. Dumagil, Lucena S. Ngujo, Sarah V. Igoy

Teacher / Adviser: Shiela Dumagil, Lucena Ngujo. Delia Anongos, Jessica Hiyas, Sarah Igoy, Dalela Sumalinog

Name of Team: Team Aktibo

Essay Writing Contest
Montessa Despi- Gr. IV -F.L

Jarchitecture Contest

Coaches: Emily Lou Curiba/ Dexter Postrano

Teacher / Adviser: Dexter Postrano, Estrella Marañon

Name of Team: Ch-Wezzy Body Protector

1st Place

Sandwich Art

Dina Mondelo ( mom ) and Zamantha Mondel ( kid)

Coach: Susie T. Yu

Adviser: Verna Alipar

Name of Recipe: Crunchy Cheese Stick Wiches

Cheering Competition
Coaches: Edlynne Baguio and Marian Dungog

Teacher / Adviser: Sarah V. Igoy
Name of Team: S.H.E BRATS

CBS with the host

Over the years, educating children about proper nutrition has been one of the primary advocacies of many institutions. Palamantasan revolutionizes the learning experience of school children in corporate-sponsored nutrition education.

To know more about this, you can Join Palamantasan and make a pledge. With Palamantasan as a promising project to help children become healthier in more ways than one, the country is continuously given the hope of a better and brighter future.

Photo credit to Jorich Ponio.

Tim Flach: Going Bats

2010-07-20T05:44:00.000-07:00

Photographs by Tim Flach

Bats are among the least anthropomorphised of creatures. Disney brought us a smiling mouse, T.S. Eliot humanised his cats and the British children's TV show "Fingerbobs" even created a friendly scampi. But where are the cute bats? Bats that don't suck blood or get tangled in people's hair and don't embody the Gothic horrors of the night? Bats we can identify with?

Philosopher Thomas Nagel summed up our attitude when he wrote, "Anyone who has spent time in an enclosed space with an excited bat knows what it is to encounter a fundamentally alien form of life."

Yet Tim Flach's photographs make you wonder why humans have been so unwilling to see their own natures reflected in these mammals. Turn his portraits upside down and suddenly you see bats in a new light. As they pose, they look oddly like us.

Topsy-turvy world - Turn a photo of an Australian fruit bat upside
down and it appears to walk like a human

And indeed they are. Bats breastfeed their young, can live for more than 30 years and have wings anatomically equivalent to human hand.

Cheryce Kramer, a cultural historian working with Flach on a book about how we perceive bats, argues that it's their human qualities that make us react as we do.

HUMAN QUALITIES - "I originally intended to do shots of flying bats,"
recalls photographer Tim Flach. "Then I noticed them chatting among
themselves on a branch. They were communicating something, and
I realized that this was what I should be shooting"

"Those who have looked closely at bats have seen the anthrophomorphic qualities. In the Linnean system of classifying life forms, bats are grouped with primates and humans.The similarities are precisely why we find them so eerie."

Early naturalists were not particularly interested in bats. It was only in the 1930s, when US military scientists began to see them as intriguing machines, that bats underwent an image shift. In 1938 teams developing radar technology recorded bat calls -- pitched beyond the range of the human ear. To prevent confusion when flying in swarms of hundreds of thousands, each bat uses a different frequency so it can distinguish its own echo and avoid becoming disoriented.

At about this time Batman, a comic-book vigilante using scientific knowledge as a weapon, appeared. "The bat was reinterpreted through science," says Kramer.

RELATIONSHIPS - Like humans, many bats pair for life
and most species have only one offspring a year

During World War II, a bizarre study moved things on. In Project X-rays, the US Navy tried to see if incendiary devices attached to Mexican bats could be used to attack German and Japanese cities.

It involved releasing the animals from planes in huge numbers just before dawn. As daylight approached, the bats would look for somewhere to roost - probably crevices under the enemy's rafters. The explosive backpacks would detonate, incinerating the animals and large numbers of civilians. Tests were carried out, but the success of research into the atomic bomb meant the study was abandoned.

Sinister as it was, Project X-ray added greatly to our knowledge of bats. It also led to a further revision of their image. In Britain, bats are now a protected species, and David Attenborough has appeared on television knee-deep in bat guano.

For most people, however, bats still mean Count Dracula and utter panic if one flies into the bedroom (Britain even has a national helpline for those who find themselves in this position). But stare into the faces in Flach's photographs and you begin to feel the daylight of recognition putting the vampire to flight.

Never on Facebook, dear

2010-05-19T00:57:00.000-07:00

There are some crazy activities you should never do on Facebook. Here are some of them.

Password so easy. The most obvious is using a weak password. Avoid simple names or words, even with numbers tacked on the end. When you signed in for an account, you might remember being graded as "weak", meaning your password was too easy to identify.
Facebook suggests that you mix upper- and lower- case letters, numbers, and even symbols and it should have at least eight characters. For example, if your password is periwinkle, insert "smoke screens", such as pE3ri7w00i&nKxle. Now, the problem is remembering that! Here are other things to remember:

Use privacy controls. For everything in your Facebook profile, you can limit access to only your friends, friends of friends, or yourself. Restrict access to photos, birth date, religious views, family data, etc. Don't put out contact info, and address.

Be careful with captions. Don't use your child's name in captions or photo tags. If someone else does, delete it by clicking on Remove Tag.

Don't post 'on vacation'. Saying you'll be away from home is like putting a "no one's home" sign on your door. Just take that vacation. Wait until you get home to tell your friends about that trip.

No to strangers. To help prevent strangers from accessing your page, go to the Search section of Facebook's privacy controls and select Only Friends for Facebook search results.

Supervise kids. The youngest age allowed by Facebook is 13. If you have a child using Facebook, the best way to provide friendly supervision is to become his online pal. Use your e-mail address as the contact for their account.

Enjoy Facebooking! :)

Mountfield Garden Care Products

2010-05-09T03:05:00.000-07:00

Mountfield is immensely proud of their catalogue of professional garden maintenance products - one of the largest ranges in Europe - Mountfield really excel when it comes to quality and consistency.

Whether it's an entry-level mower you require, or a top of the range lawn rider, there's a Mountfield product for you. They produce a range of professional standard petrol chainsaws and brushcutters, hedgetrimmers and lawn scarifiers, cultivators and tillers and much, much more!

They are thirty years in experience. When you purchase a Mountfield garden care product, you are buying direct from the manufacturer with over thirty years of design and production experience behind them. You're investing in one of the best garden maintenance products on the market. Priding their work on the kind of after sales support you'd want to expect, Mountfield ensure that your product will arrive at your door fully assembled and ready for use.

All Mountfield products come with comprehensive manufacturer's warranties, offering you peace of mind and protection for your investment. Built to last by an industry renowned company, Mountfield products will provide you with years of service and reliability.

Now, is it lawnmowers you are looking for? Mountfield Lawnmowers is of the best quality and easy to use. See also Mountfield mowers and Mountfield petrol lawnmowers.

Need an Auto Repair? Visit RepairPal.com

2010-05-06T05:31:00.000-07:00

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On Blog Leave

2010-04-17T08:51:00.000-07:00

for some serious reasons. Will be back after 2-3 months.

Get Secured with ADT-Monitored Home Security System

2010-03-08T02:22:00.000-08:00

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2. It has affordable 24-hour monitoring. ADT-trained home security professionals monitor your home 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from one of 5 interconnected monitoring centers. ADT Monitored Security is also affordable and can help you save up to 20% on your homeowner’s insurance. Home security packages start as low as almost a $1.00 a day.

3. ADT logo deters criminals. ADT Security System will provide you with yard signs and stickers for your home. When surveyed, nine out of ten convicted robbers said they’ve avoided homes protected by a security system.

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5 Foods You Should Eat Everyday

2010-03-04T00:42:00.000-08:00

Eating right on a budget can be a challenge, but it's certainly not impossible. Consider this your cheat sheet to the 5 inexpensive foods you should eat everyday for optimum health.

1. Leafy greens
Medical experts call them one of nature's miracle foods. Leafy greens like Swiss chard and kale are high in nutrients like folate and vitamins A and C that can lower your risk of cancer. Just one cup of dark, leafy greens a day could also prevent diabetes and high blood pressure.

2. Nuts
Many nutritionists recommend nuts like almonds, cashews and walnuts because they're high in natural fiber. Fiber slows your digestive process, keeping hunger and unhealthy mid-afternoon snacks at bay. Goodbye vending machine runs!

3. Onions
Studies show that consuming onions on a regular basis may reduce symptoms of asthma and the risk of developing stomach cancer. Add them to soups and stir-fry, and just remember -- the stronger the onion, the greater the health benefit.

4. Whole grains
Refined grains, like white rice and pasta, have lost 90% of their nutritional value through the refining process. As if that weren't reason enough to choose whole grains like brown rice, quinoa and whole oats, a recent study showed that a diet rich in whole grains actually flattens your belly by reducing fat storage in your lower abdominal region.

5. Yogurt
Making yogurt part of your daily eating routine can improve your digestion -- if you're buying the right stuff. Check that the label lists "active cultures" to make sure you're getting healthy probiotics, and pick a yogurt rich in vitamin D to prevent osteoporosis.

Who Says All Wild Animal Creatures can be Trained?

2010-02-27T18:22:00.000-08:00

Well guess again.

MIAMI (AFP) - – A five-tonne killer whale drowned its trainer on Wednesday in front of horrified onlookers at Florida's SeaWorld entertainment park, police and the park's manager said.

Witnesses said the whale -- involved in two other human fatalities in the past -- leapt out of its tank to grab the 40-year-old trainer during a noontime show, then dragged her into the water to her death.

SeaWorld executive Chuck Tompkins confirmed that the black-and-white bull orca, named Tilikum, dragged trainer Dawn Brancheau into the water, the Orlando Sentinel newspaper reported.

"We're in the process of investigating all of the people and the animals,"

Tompkins said.

"One of our most experienced animal trainers drowned in an incident with one of our killer whales this afternoon," added Dan Brown, general manager at the Orlando, Florida entertainment park.

"This is an extraordinarily difficult time for the SeaWorld parks."

Jim Solomons of the Orange County Sheriff's office earlier said Brancheau died after slipping into the tank.

"She apparently slipped or fell ... and was fatally injured by one of the whales," he said. "This appears to be an accidental death, it's a tragic death."

Tilikum, whose name means "friend" in the Chinook Jargon language spoken among native Americans in the Pacific Northwest, is among the killer whales, dolphins and seals whose shows have made SeaWorld popular.

But he has been involved in previous human deaths, including in 1991 when a part-time trainer at the Sealand of the Pacific facility in Canada was killed in his tank, according to the Humane Society of the United States.

In 1999, after being shipped from Canada to Orlando, the whale was blamed for the death of a man who had apparently stayed in SeaWorld after closing.

The Humane Society said the man jumped into Tilikum's tank and was found dead the next morning, his naked body covered in scratches that suggested he had been dragged around the bottom and sides of the tank.

A witness told CNN that Tilikum attacked the trainer as she showed him off to park visitors following the Dine with Shamu show.

"He just took off like a bat out of you know what, took off really fast and came back around to the glass, jumped up, and grabbed the trainer by the waist and started shaking her violently," witness Victoria Biniak said.

"The sirens were going off. People were running out. I've never seen so many SeaWorld employees come out of the woodwork."

Another witness told CNN that the whales in the tank had begun ignoring the trainers.

"We could tell this whale was not in a good mood at all. We literally could tell it was not cooperating," said the unnamed witness.

Though killer whales, also known as orcas, are a common attraction at entertainment parks, they are known for aggressive "play" and behavior in the wild, including batting seals or dolphins back and forth.

They are huge creatures -- Tilikum weighs at least 11,000 pounds (five tonnes) -- and "are among the most curious of all whales, with a great tendency to 'play' and to manipulate objects," says SeaWorld's website.

Tilikum was captured in November 1983 off the coast of Iceland and is one of several killer whales on display at the Orlando park, which was partially closed down after the trainer's death.

SeaWorld's website said its shows involving killer whales in Orlando and in San Diego, California, have been suspended.

Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals released a statement saying the death was a "tragedy that didn't have to happen."

"For years, PETA has been calling on SeaWorld to stop confining oceangoing mammals to an area that to them is like the size of a bathtub, and we have also been asking the park to stop forcing the animals to perform silly tricks over and over again," it said.

Calendar Notes Supports Earth Hour 2010

2010-02-25T02:28:00.001-08:00

In 2007, 2.2 million residents of Sydney, Australia participated in Earth Hour event by turning off all unnecessary lights and appliances in their household for 60 minutes. That was the very beginning of this campaign which was pioneered by WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature). It aims to increase awareness towards the need to take action on climate change. And by 2008, following Sydney’s lead, many cities around the world adopted the event.

And for this year, please mark your calendars! Earth Hour will take place on March 27, 2010 (8:30PM to 9:30PM).

Everyone can show their support. Check the following guidelines. (From Earth Hour’s Webpage)

Turning off your lights at 8.30PM on March 27

Showing your support and adding yourself to our world map

Adding Earth Hour widgets, logos and banners to your blog or website to help us spread the word

Talking about Earth Hour in your social network by updating your Facebook status, grabbing aTwibbon, tweeting about your support, and more

Get together with your friends and family, by hosting an Earth Hour party or holding your own candlelit affair

Rally your local council or community group to run an Earth Hour event for your community

Encourage your employer and workmates to take part in Earth Hour and make energy savings every day

Make an Earth Hour Lantern as a symbol of hope for the future

Be creative! Find a new way to mark Earth Hour and let us know all about it!

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2010-02-22T06:56:00.000-08:00

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t = V1 + v2: How to increase traffic and popularity quickly and naturally.

2010-02-17T04:38:00.000-08:00

When you read the title of this post you may be confused, what is the formula t = vi + v2, and what is the relationship with traffic link, this is also happening with me when I first read one of my friend’s post, but when I read it I understand his posting finally and I found that the formula t = V1 + v2 is also make sense, please read this post up so that you will be more understanding.

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Please read carefully then apply correctly ....

A philosophy says "Honesty is the Best Policy (Honesty is the political / best strategy)," is what we will prove .... whether honesty concept we can use to generate traffic and more intense popularity beyond the concept of complex expert webmaster or SEO expert ..?... I believe we will achieve that goal if this concept is running properly ..., and if this concept is applying in your web according to the rules, by then:
-Your Web will be swamped with huge traffic visitors day by day, without fuss or tired of the SEO campaign to a lot of web in the internet world.
-Your Web will be flooded huge backlink day by day, without fuss hunt link to a lot of web in the internet world.

If Albert Einstein use the equation E = mc2 to combine mass potential and speed of light to create extreme nuclear energy , then we will use equation = V1 + V2 to combine my web potential and your web potential to generate extreme web traffic and popularity also .

If Einstein use atom plutonium and uranium to make nuclear bombs, then we use the Honesty and accuracy to make a bomb of this traffic and popularity concept.

What do you need to do is follow these steps:

1. Create a post articles as I post this, or copy-paste this post from Copy start here until Copy Finish, and also be entitled: t = V1 + v2, How to increase traffic and popularity quickly and naturally.

2. Copy or make the next powerful sentence existing under the number 3 plug at this website on your part to section that most easily seen by visitor, for example at the top of the sidebar

3. Move or change a link or the url address post (here-1) with your url address, and (here-2) with my URL address post,to find out url address of the post that I make and that you make is to click the title / post title than we make this copy of the address bar.

Next is the post of "powerful sentence" you need to install in your web part (after the change in the url link to its corresponding provisions of the above)

"Want to increase visitor traffic and your web popularity quickly and unlimited ...? Let me ..., I'll do it for you FREE ...!.. Click here-1 and here-2"

-So after the powerful sentence is put on the your web then : if a visitor click the link here-1 he will directly to your link post, and if he click here-2 will directly link to my post ... and this is just keep going unbreakable chain link.

4. Finish, prepare tracker counter and link checker for example sitemeter and Technorati to see a flood of traffic and your web backlink

What is t = V1 + t2 ...?
t: Number of traffic that will be you get on your web in a day
V1: The number of visitors to your web in a day
v2: Number of visitors of the V1 (a visitor from your web visitors) in a day.

Traffic:
For example, my web or your website in one day have an average of 50 visitors .., and all of this we apply the concept (powerful sentences) correctly, and that 50 people from each of 50 people also have visitors from his blog , then the web we will visit in a 50 plus 50 x 50 people on that day = 2550, and will also likely continue to increase day by day, because every day there are always new visitors in the internet world, each day also have a new blogger, or web internet in the world ... PROVE IT!

Popularity:
For example, our web visitors have 50 people in a day, and everyone implement this concept, then in the web that day you will get 100 linkback to your website, a link on Powerful sentence and a link on the link in my multiply 50. and will likely continue to increase day by day ....

Why the need to create links and link your link on my post ...?
... this is to maintain our link eternity, because as we get more links in the post less likely erased ....

Can we do not fair or not fair sabotage this concept, for example, "remove all links of origin" and fill in the web / blogs we own ...? .... Yes, and this concept will not prove to be a maximum of Honesty is a strategy / political answer ..... But I believe that we all want to throw themselves credibility by making such action cheap ...

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Well, what do you think about this formula? Go ahead and practice on your blog and hope that this strategy is successful

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2010-02-12T07:41:00.000-08:00

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Hot Tip of the Month

2010-02-12T07:13:00.000-08:00

Sleep Better

Greet the day refreshed and energized! Nothing beats a good night’s sleep to wake up revitalized. For a pleasant snooze, set the environment by removing work-related stuff from your bedroom, dimming the lights, and sleeping with your favorite pillow.

Almost Lover by Raleene Cabrera

2010-02-12T02:24:00.000-08:00

Raleene Cabrera

I found this video a long time ago and already shared it from my other blog but I want to share it again now. I am really amazed by Raleene Cabrera's magnificent voice. Now here is a song entitled Almost Lover by A Fine Frenzy covered by Raleene Cabrera and her sister Rizza.

Sing along with Raleene if you know the song:

Your fingertips across my skin
The palm trees swaying in the wind
Images

You sang me Spanish lullabies
The sweetest sadness in your eyes
Clever trick

I never want to see you unhappy
I thought you'd want the same for me

Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?
So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
Should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do

We walked along a crowded street
You took my hand and danced with me
Images

And when you left you kissed my lips
You told me you would never let forget these images, no

I never want to see you unhappy
I thought you'd want the same for me

Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?
So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
Should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do

I cannot go to the ocean
I cannot drive the streets at night
I cannot wake up in the morning
Without you on my mind
So you're gone and I'm haunted
And I bet you are just fine
Did I make it that easy
To walk right in and out of my life?

Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?
So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
Should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do

Interesting Facts About February 2010

2010-02-07T08:10:00.000-08:00

The month of February in 2010 has:

4 Mondays
4 Tuesdays
4 Wednesdays
4 Thursdays
4 Fridays
4 Saturdays

and

4 Sundays

It only comes in every 11 years.

Whoa. How cool is that.

Source: Facts and Interesting Stuff

They Don't Care About Us by the CPDRC Inmates

2010-01-26T04:37:00.000-08:00

Michael Jackson’s long time choreographer Travis Payne and MJ dancers Performed with the Dancing inmates on January 19, 2010.

They Don’t Care About Us performed by the CPDRC Inmates produced by Byron Garcia. Thanks to Sony Studioswho made this event possible.

This is an awesome tribute to Michael. He would be very much impressed. May he rest in peace.

Original link here: Michael Jackson's Choreographer Performed with the CPDRC Inmates

My 2010 Planner

2010-01-04T20:59:00.000-08:00

I never thought of buying a planner before since my schedule wasn't so hectic that time. But ever since I became a member of the Cebu Bloggers Society, I suddenly became as busy as a bee, it's like almost everyday I have to write to my calendar the events ahead. And also, it includes my class schedules and the like.

It's very convenient to have a planner. It's one way of organizing, and planning of course (that's why it's called a planner, lol). You can plan your future activities ahead of time, you don't have to worry of what to do next because it's all written in the planner. It could also serve as a diary. I got my planner at the National bookstore for only 69.75php. Very affordable. It's not just cheap, but also have a better quality. Well, there are also other expensive planners which are very unique and yes, with the highest quality, but who need those when there's a cheap but durable product. I've always wanted the Starbucks planner, but unfortunately, I cannot afford one of those.

This planner also includes not just the dates but it also has the address/phone book section where you can write your contact's details. Another is also the Notes section where you can write anything you want. I've already wrote my new year's resolution on that section.

Just in case you're wondering why I am writing about my planner, I just want to share it to you dear readers, and maybe just maybe it might also interest you. It is very useful for me.

Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers already Ties the Knot in 'Winter Wonderland'

2009-12-19T20:45:00.000-08:00

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- The Jonas bachelors are down to two.

Eldest brother Kevin Jonas tied the knot with Danielle Deleasa on Saturday, according to People.

"We're so happy that we're finally married and we were able to share the special moment with family, friends and loved ones," the couple told the mag.

The two reportedly wed in Long Island at a French-style chateau, with 400 guests in attendance, including fellow Disney star Demi Lovato.

And despite a New York blizzard, the nuptials moved forward as planned.

"The snow only made it look more like a winter wonderland," Michael Russo, a celebrity event planner who designed a "fairytale forest" for the event, told the mag. "Danielle looked like a princess. Kevin couldn't stop smiling."

The bride reportedly wore a strapless Vera Wang gown, as Kevin's brothers -- Joe and Nick -- stood by him as his best men.

"Kevin has said many times he feels like he met his princess," Michael said of Danielle, who met the Disney rocker in the Bahamas in 2007. "To see them together you can feel the warmth and the love all around them. They are just perfect for each other."

Source: http://omg.yahoo.com

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2009-12-17T11:15:00.000-08:00

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2009-12-09T01:18:00.000-08:00

Crowd control products help people stay in lines at the bank, for concerts, political events, at the grocery store and anywhere someone needs an orderly line.

Stanchions are a standard way to do this. There are retractable belts, velvet rope and more ways being developed all the time. You can even have printing done on the belts.

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There you can find everything you need for public guidance. They offer a large variety of choices for stanchions, room dividers, rope or chain stanchions for public guidance that works. The retractable belts for their Lavi stanchions actually connect to other brands! So if you need to add to existing systems or start fresh, they can help! Call now!

Relax and have a great time in Myrtle Beach Resort!

2009-12-09T00:59:00.000-08:00

Be among the very first guests to enjoy one of North Myrtle Beach's newest oceanfront condominium resorts. Extraordinary features and architectural beauty combine to offer visitors the ultimate vacation experience. Prepare for a new level of vacation living while enjoying the Myrtle Beach Resort area.

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As Myrtle Beach Resorts attracts over 13 million visitors annually it is no surprise that the title of #1 Family Beach in America has been awarded to the city. With the wide variety of activities and attractions that are available it's not a question of whether you can find anything to do, it's more of a challenge to pick out the things you have time to do! Fortunately, Oceanfront Myrtle Beach Resort is a very accommodating place and with a condo located in such a prime location it is no wonder that so many other resorts would love to be in our position.

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Compare, apply for and get instant approval for a new credit card online.

2009-12-08T03:26:00.000-08:00

Credit Cards are issued after an account has been approved by the credit provider, after which cardholders can use it to make purchases at merchants accepting that card.

When a purchase is made, the credit card user agrees to pay the card issuer. The cardholder indicates consent to pay by signing a receipt with a record of the card details and indicating the amount to be paid or by entering a personal identification number (PIN). Also, many merchants now accept verbal authorizations via telephone and electronic authorization using the Internet, known as a 'Card/Cardholder Not Present' (CNP) transaction.

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Here's how to choose the Best Credit Cards: You can start by browsing our card categories on the left or the banks and card issuers. You can also use credit card comparison and search tools to compare credit cards or to find the card with the right features and benefits for you. The credit card comparison guide is an easy-to-use tool which enables you to compare rates, type of rewards, and annual fees. Once you make your choice, the credit card application is only a click away and many cards will give you a decision in less than 60 seconds.

DIRECTV Packages and Special Offers from Direct Sat TV

2009-12-08T03:06:00.000-08:00

Take advantage of the best Direct TV Packages in the industry. Direct Sat TV guarantees to meet or beat any other Sat TV deal. Call them now for their incredible DIRECTV packages.

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Get Lockers at MoreLockers.com

2009-11-25T19:17:00.000-08:00

Here's a quick history of a locker: The locker/locker shelf was invented in 1942, by a woman named Florrible Del Carmen. Lockers were originally made out of wood or metal. At first lockers had no doors or shelves. People wanted lockers in their locker rooms, but lockers couldn't be installed into the hallways because there were no doors.

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Time For A Great Deal on Tires

2009-11-18T04:05:00.000-08:00

Need new tires? Time for a great deal! With the money you'll save by being a Member of Sam's Club, you'll wonder why you spent so much on tires before. Get the same, reliable brand names an the special Member price you love.

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Trouble in Sleeping? Worry No More.

2009-11-18T03:06:00.000-08:00

If you or anyone in your family need help sleeping, Sleepwellbaby has a sound machine to fit your needs. Although they offer a variety of sleep and relaxation products for babies, children and adults, Sleepwellbaby specializes in white noise machines. Some of their sound machines include the Sound Oasis Sound Conditioner. Sound-Oasis incorporates the world's only "sound card" technology. The Sleep Bear by Sound Oasis is a great sound conditioner for children. The Deluxe Sound-Oasis Sound Conditioner offers a variety of white noise options and allows the user to create their own custom sounds! The Obus Forme Sound Machine is the most economical sound conditioner on the market today.

White noise machines and other similar products such are recommended by doctors for baby sleep problems, by mothers for their children, by professional people for their offices, and by restless sleepers. Marpac is a recognized manufacturer in the sound machine industry. Their most popular machines include the Marsona DS-600A featuring the most popular white noise sounds and the Marsona 1288A. Both of these sound machines offer white noise sound and other features to help with sleep, rest and relaxation and tinnitus. Marpac Marsona sound conditioners have been helping people with sleep problems for many years. If you want to buy Marpac sound machines, like a SleepMate or Sound Screen sound conditioner, they have what you are looking for!

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Translate Online Using Translia

2009-11-10T18:06:00.000-08:00

Translia is an innovative online translation service platform. Its unique collaborative translation technologies enables hundreds and even thousands of translators to work together for delivering translations in a manner better and quicker than ever before.

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High Quality Mailboxes on Sale

2009-11-10T06:10:00.000-08:00

Are you looking to buy a new mailbox? Perhaps your old mailbox just isn't doing the job any more. If you're on a budget, and you need to choose from a large selection of quality mailboxes, you should get your mailbox from the internet and go to Mailboxixchange.com.

Mailboxixchange (pronounced Mailbox Exchange) is dedicated to bringing the widest selection of residential mailboxes and commercial mailboxes to the internet. Whether you are an individual homeowner or represent a 400 unit residential building, they can provide you with the product depth, knowledge, low prices and customer service needed to find a fully customized mailbox solution.

A column mailbox can prove to be a very expensive purchase, as can a locking mailbox, or a commercial mailbox. You don't want to end up paying in excess of thousands of dollars for your mailbox. That's why people shop on the internet - they want to choose a top quality mailbox from a huge range or great mailboxes, but they don't want to pay high prices. That's where the internet can really help you.

Rogar Wine Openers with Free Shipping

2009-11-10T05:40:00.000-08:00

RogarWineOpeners.com is your full service retailer for all Rogar Wine Openers and Replacement Parts. For Years they have been providing this valuable service to those who take their love of wine to another level. They generally have all wine openers in stock and ready for immediate delivery. In addition, should you ever need replacement parts for your wine opener, they can assist you with any parts, components, and general product knowledge. Call them today and see what they can do for you.

The Rogar Estate Wine Opener is beautifully hand-finished and is based on the 1897 U.S. patent of Michael Redlinger. The Estate is fashioned of cast aluminum with an Antique Bronze finish. It features an ornate raised design of grapevines and clusters of grapes.

Opening a fine bottle of wine can be accomplished with style and ease and the bottle can be recorked as well. The estate wine opener can be easily clamped onto a bar, shelf or table or can be used with Rogar's specially designed wood or granite table stands.

Financial Crisis of 2007-2009

2009-11-10T05:01:00.000-08:00

The financial crisis of 2007–2009 has been called by leading economists the worst financial crisis since the one related to the Great Depression of the 1930's. It contributed to the failure of key businesses, declines in consumer wealth estimated in the trillions of U.S. dollars, substantial financial commitments incurred by governments, and a significant decline in economic activity. Many causes have been proposed, with varying weight assigned by experts. Both market-based and regulatory solutions have been implemented or are under consideration, while significant risks remain for the world economy.

The collapse of this bubble, which peaked in the U.S. in 2006, caused the values of securities tied to housing prices to plummet thereafter, damaging financial institutions globally. Questions regarding bank solvency, declines in credit availability, and damaged investor confidence caused a ripple effect in global stock markets, which suffered large losses during 2008. Economies worldwide slowed in late 2008 and early 2009 as credit tightened and international trade declined. Critics argued that credit rating agencies and investors failed to accurately price the risk involved with mortgage-related financial products, and that governments did not adjust their regulatory practices to address 21st century financial markets. Governments and central banks responded with unprecedented fiscal stimulus, monetary policy expansion, and institutional bailouts.

Oxford Medical Provides Expert Interview Skills Training

2009-11-05T01:24:00.000-08:00

Oxford Medical is a medical training company teaching doctors various skills for competitve interviews.

The Oxford Medical runs weekly Oxford and London based Consultant Interview Courses. Small group sizes (6 average),individually focused to give you the best possible training.Optional video recorded performance analysis and free post course training including over 3 hours of video hot topic tutorials. This is why they are considered the best interview skills training company. Consultant interview questions. Practice with this extensive bank of questions. And also prepare for the University Representative who may ask about medical education and teaching. Improve your medical education section of your CV with their Teach the Teacher Course for Doctors.

Oxford Medical are one of the leading providers on small group consultant medical interview training. They have many years experience and have trained hundreds of doctors. Their courses give individual training and work on the principle of helping you understand the structure, purpose and aim of your medical interview. Their tutors are trained interviewers and will share with you the reason behind each and every question. Knowing what the interviewer is after gives you a head start when delivering not just an effective knowledgable answer but also a structured, heirachical and opinionated response.

With all their consultant interview training courses they offer Free access to the consultant section of their website containing forums, NHS related downloads, Video tutorials and interview hot topic video tutorials.This gives their clients the ability to work on areas that they have identified that they require to improve. They don't just identify areas in your performance or application but also give you the tools to correct them after the course.

Get Gold at Gold Coins Gain

2009-11-04T03:47:00.000-08:00

Gold is a precious metal that has been valued by people since ancient times. People use gold for coins, jewelry, ornaments, and many industrial purposes. Until recently, gold reserves formed the basis of world monetary systems.

Gold coins intended for circulation from 1526 into the 1930s were typically a standard 22k alloy called crown gold, for hardness. A gold coin is a coin made mostly or entirely of gold. Gold has been used for coins practically since the invention of coinage, originally because of gold's intrinsic value. In modern times, most gold coins are intended either to be sold to collectors, or to be used as bullion coins — coins whose nominal value is irrelevant and which serve primarily as a method of investing in gold.

Buying gold bullion is now cheaper and easier than ever before. And it's still, by a long way the safest way to own gold. Bullion is valuable precious metal - namely gold or silver. It comes in two main forms : Gold bullion bars, and Gold bullion coins. What makes it gold bullion is simply that its value derives entirely from its precious metal content.

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The new iMac. With its best display ever.

2009-10-23T01:42:00.000-07:00

The New iMac

The ultimate all-in-one.

Now with the ultimate display.

Bigger LED-backlit displays.

iMac features a bright 21.5-inch or 27-inch LED-backlit display with a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio---perfect for HD video.

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Wireless keyboard and Magic Mouse standard.

iMac declutters your desktop with a wireless keyboard and new Magic Mouse: the world's first Multi-Touch mouse.

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The fastest iMac yet.

Now with dual-core Intel processors starting at 3.06GHz and avilable quad-core processors that boost performance up to 2x.

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Environmentally friendly.

The new iMac is ENERGY STAR 5.0 and EPEAT Gold certified, free of many harmful toxins, and made from highly recyclable materials.

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Based on testing conducted by Apple in October 2009 using preproduction 27-inch 2.66GHz Intel Core i5-based iMac units and shipping 24-inch 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo-based iMac units.
Macbook testing conducted by Apple in October 2009 using preproduction 2.26.GHz Intel Core 2 Duo-based Macbook units. The wireless productivity test measures battery life by wireless browsing various websites and editing text in a word processing document with display brightness set to 50%.

New products may not be available in all stores immediately.

Availability of new products are subject to the receipt of agency approvals.

Some products or promotions may not be available in all areas. Product specifications are subject to change.

Prices are Philippines Apple Online Store prices as of October 22, 2009, inclusive of all taxes and duties, are subject to change, and are listed in Philippine Peso.

Are you one of us?

2009-09-15T04:55:00.000-07:00

Last week, when I and my two classmates were at SM City Cebu, we passed by this boutique (i forgot the name) in the North Wing Area near BDO. My classmate Pamela noticed a fascinating design on a shirt displayed in the boutique so she called us and this is what we saw:

(L-R): Andres Bonifacio, Emilio Aguinaldo, Dr. Jose Rizal, and Ninoy Aquino

You think our all time heroes doesn't have the style? Well, guess again. Maybe if they belong to this generation, they would look like this. (lol)

Photo credit to Samantha Cavalida.

The Twilight Saga: New Moon

2009-09-04T09:42:00.000-07:00

Can't get enough of Bella, Edward, and Jacob? Excited for the New Moon Movie?

Here's the trailer of New Moon-to be shown in theaters this November 20, 2009.

Wow. Jacob is so hot in this movie. I can't wait to see the full of it. You can log on to newmoonthemovie.com for more information and also see a short interview with Taylor Lautner.

The New Moon Synopsis:

In the second installment of Stephenie Meyer’s phenomenally successful TWILIGHT series, the romance between mortal and vampire soars to a new level as Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) delves deeper into the mysteries of the supernatural world she yearns to become part of-only to find herself in greater peril than ever before.
Following Bella’s ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward’s image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.
With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner), Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella’s frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.
When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward’s true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she’d hoped for. With more of the passion, action and suspense that made TWILIGHT a worldwide phenomenon, “The Twilight Saga: New Moon” is a spellbinding follow-up to the box office hit.

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Review on Hannah Montana the Movie

2009-08-30T02:09:00.000-07:00

The movie was totally a blast for me. Well, I've only seen the movie on a DVD copy and not on a wide screen but it totally blew me away.

I think Miley is pretty cool although many are criticizing her. Well I can't blame them-that's them. Also, many would think that this movie is for children or teenagers only. Well I'm telling you that it isn't. This is for the whole family to enjoy. It has many great lessons to offer.

What I love about the movie is first, it is a Walt Disney Productions. Second, I love the movie's original soundtrack. Third, I like seeing Miley and her dad's bonding moments-her dad has a great voice. And the last but not the least is, Lucas Till is so freakin' hot! Wow. I just can't take my eyes off him. I didn't expect that Taylor Swift would be featured in the movie. She sang the song Crazier which was just totally awesome. I also like the whole story of the movie and the parts where they have to sing and dance. I just love the movie. That's it.

Here's the full list of song titles in the movie's OST:

Hannah Montana- You'll Always Find Your Way Back
Hannah Montana- The Good Life
Miley Cyrus- Don't Walk Away
Miley Cyrus- Dream
Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus- Butterfly Fly Away
Billy Ray Cyrus- Back to Tennessee
Rascal Flatts- Bless the Broken Road
Hannah Montana- Spotlight
Hannah Montana- What's Not To Like
Hannah Montana- Let's Get Crazy
Steve Rushton- Everything I want
Miley Cyrus- Hoedown Throwdown
Miley Cyrus- The Climb
Rascal Flatts- Backwards
Taylor Swift- Crazier
Hannah Montana- Let's Do This
Steve Rushton- Game Over
Hannah Montana- Best of Both Worlds

My favorite songs in the movie are Bless the Broken Road, Butterfly Fly Away, and Everything I Want. I just love listening to them over and over. Rascal Flatts is my idol since the beginning. And now I'm also starting to like Billy Ray Cyrus' songs.

I suggest you guys watch the movie, for those who haven't seen it yet. It's really worth watching.

Charice Pempengco-My Mom's Idol

2009-08-28T20:23:00.000-07:00

About Charice

Way back May 10, 1993, Mr. and Mrs. Pempengco were very happy to have their first offspring delivered. They were blessed with a baby girl, and was baptized in the name of Charmaine Clarice Relucio Pempengco(Charice real name). The real world of this young diva had started, her mom have witnessed the development of Charice´s talent in singing which is undeniably inherited from her. The fact that Charice´s mom is a talented singer. The distinction of being a diva was obvious, back to her early childhood.
Charice has practiced very hard to enhance her singing talent more exuberantly as she passes through her pace of life. As gifted with a powerful, soulful voice, dancing talent and overall stage present, Charice is well on her way of achieving her highest dreams. She had brought home the bacon, in most of her singing contest. The audience was wowed by her jaw-dropping rendition of the songs she sang. This proves her strong potential in singing. She continued joining different singing contest, and as usual the young diva bagged the title. Charice´s biggest challenge was when she entered showbiz industry, armed with her powerful voice. She joined Little Big Star Season 1, hosted by the pop princess Ms. Sarah Geronemo. Charice was not able to make it at first, she was kicked off. But she was picked up for the second time as wild card. She competed very well and gave her best performance on the show. Evidently, she always got the highest score from the judges. In the latter part of the contest, the text votes she garnered from the viewers were not enough to make her win. As a game, there´s a winner and a loser. She ends up third runner up on the grand finals. Her journey doesn´t end there; she had TV appearances on ABS-CBN and gigs around. She kept on pursuing her dreams; many projects were given to her. The luck comes along Charice´s way.
The FalseVoice channel of YouTube posted her LBS performance; "I Will Always Love You" of Whitney Houston´s hit on the digital world. Many viewers were attracted to the video. It was well delivered, and the viewers thought it was lip synching. No wonder Charice had the powerful, unbelievable vocals. Another face-off video between Charice and Bianca Ryan, America´s Got Talent winner, became popular. It brought her to the attention of Ten Songs Production, a recording company based in Sweden.And since then Charice became well-known all over the globe.
To know more about Charice, visit: http://www.chariceonline.com/

Ever since my mom saw Charice on TV, she became attached to her. Everytime she visits me here in Cebu, there isn't a day that she wouldn't open her lappy to check on Charice on Youtube since there is no internet connection available in our hometown. I guess she has seen all the videos of Charice on Youtube. And she hadn't miss all of Charice's shows on TV like on interviews in ABS-CBN. She's very well updated on Charice's career. Sometimes I think she's more updated on Charice than me. But of course, I'm sure what I'm thinking isn't true. I think my mom can relate to Charice's situation to my situation as her daughter. Just like Charice's mom, she raised me single-handedly with just a little help from my father. And I know all she hoped for is for me to become successful someday just like Charice. But what I'm afraid of is, if I would not be able achieve her expectations for me. I'm sure she'd be very much dissapointed as a single parent. All I can do is to do my best not to let her down. I want to repay all of her sacrifices and love for me. I love you mom.

The Best Day by Taylor Swift

2009-08-25T06:02:00.000-07:00

As I was browsing on Taylor Swift's songs on Youtube, I found this song of hers entitled The Best Day. I was intrigued by the title so I played the video.

At first I thought this is just an ordinary music video but then later I realized that it's all about her on the video. She's the cute little baby carried by her mom. I can see that she and her mom are very close. You can also notice the timing of the song on the video-when she was still a baby, 5 years old, 13, until she grow up. I really love watching this video and listening to the song. Well okay, I admit. I'm a Taylor Swift fanatic. But I'm sure you are too (lol). Anyway, I just want to share this video in case you haven't watch it yet. Also, I can remember my mom when I watch this vid. We were as close as they are. I just miss her.

Enjoy watching!

A Horrible Nightmare

2009-08-23T00:19:00.000-07:00

As I was sleeping soundly on the late dawn yesterday, when darkness still abounds, I dreamt of such a horrific dream or what we call as nightmare. This is what happened in my dream:

We (I and my CBS family) were at a place in which I am not aware of-it's like SM City Cebu. I am not really sure. I and my other CBS friend (which I will not name) headed home early and left the other members in that exact location (at SM). As I reached home (I'm not really sure if it's home since it was in a different house and different setting), I ran into my cousin as she was surfing the net using her grey-colored Apple Macbook (which she really don't own in reality) and watching TV in an unfamiliar room which was a bit dark and only a table lamp gives light to the room. We are in the same room. I also turned on my lappy but chose to watch TV instead.

There was a breaking news on the TV. To my surprise, what I can see from the TV screen is the SM City Cebu collapsing and all other surrounding establishments submerging into the deep ocean including the grounds where they were built in an unidentified cause. I was in a massive shock knowing that my other friends are still on that building. So I called my other friend who I went home with and who is also watching the news. We went immediately to the place where the recovered bodies are laid in. Again, I am not sure of what place it was. I was really surprised when I saw my friend. His eyes were all swelling, he was crying like he really was in deep pain as he was helping in carrying and arranging the corpses. I couldn't see clearly the faces of the dead people. There were hundreds of them or even thousands which really gave me the creeps.

But then I was able to open my eyes and saw darkness all over me, which I also found myself crying excessively. I looked at my watch and saw the time. It was 4:30AM and I was still crying until I fell asleep again.

The thing is, since I don't really know if my friends were included in that horrible incident, why did I cry? That's totally weird. Maybe it's because of the thought of losing my friends that made me cry my heart out, and also the horrific sight of the SM City Cebu collapsing which I still keep on recalling until now.

I just hope I won't have another one of those dreams.

Second Week of Head Nursing Exposure

2009-08-22T22:48:00.000-07:00

We are on AM Shift-from 6am-2pm this week. We have to wake up early or else we'll be late. Good to know my partner refrain from being absent. She already learned her lesson-she was asked to submit an absence slip from the Nursing Service Department because of being absent the week before.

I woke up late during the first day of the second week. I set my alarm clock to 4AM but sadly I wasn't able to wake up. Good thing my partner texted me asking where I am and luckily I was able to wake up. But the time on my watch is already 5AM, so I had to be quick. I finished preparing at around 5:20AM and sadly I was left by the bus. What I did was, I rode a taxi, payed 100php again, and good thing I arrived at the hospital earlier than our school bus. Yay! But the thought of paying a 100php hurts me.

Anyway, this week went smoothly since our charge nurse was still Sir Dexter except for the 3rd day. It was another charge nurse-a girl who we thought was strict and she really was. Let's not name her. On that day, another set of solutions were taught and our minds can't absorb it anymore. We really can't stand her. She was moody-like she doesn't know how to smile, her eyebrows always met each other, she doesn't tell us where she was going, and has a really hot temper. Whew. I was glad that day was over. Luckily we were dismissed earlier and she was the one who did the endorsement. But what I'm afraid of is, she'll be our charge nurse when we get back to duty the week after next. That's pretty much scary. Good luck to me and my partner. Well, if my other classmates got over her, I'm pretty sure we will too.

The second week of our head nursing exposure ends at Thursday since Friday is a Holiday-remembering the death and bravery of Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. or the Ninoy Aquino Day as we call it.

In order for you to relate in this post, you can read the First Week of my Head Nursing Exposure.

First Week of Head Nursing Exposure

2009-08-22T22:32:00.000-07:00

I and my other dutymate was assigned in North General Hospital at 3B Station- has the Medical, Surgical, Pedia, and OB wards. Prior to our duty which started last Sunday night ‘coz we were assigned in graveyard/nite shift-10pm to 6am, we were not able to have an orientation because the teacher didn’t want to orient us anymore due to lack of time. Basically, we have no idea of what to do during the duty. This is also our first time to be assigned in NGH, so we were totally clueless.

August 09, 2009 Sunday (10pm-6am), Charge Nurse: Sir Dexter

Since there was no bus later that evening, we decided to meet at Ayala and from there we rode a taxi to NGH. We were so nervous that time because as I’ve said, we had no idea of what to do. We went inside the hospital, looked for the nursing office, and punched in our punch cards. We arrived at 9:30 so we still have time to change in our clinical uniforms. After a few minutes, when all was set, we then carefully headed to 3B Station. Carefully so as not to awaken the patients. As we arrived at the station, all we did was stare at each other, stand in the corner, and totally clueless. We hesitated to greet the staffs because they were very busy, we didn’t want to startle them. When it was time forendorsement-endorsing the previous shift to the next shift, a guy in an all-white uniform who’s eating Chippy, asked if we’re on our 1st day of head nursing and we said yes. The guy’s name is Dexter. He was tha charge nurse that evening, and we didn’t know until he called us for the endorsement. Once the endorsement finished, we had the rounds- going to every patients’ room and checking the IVFs (Intravenous Fluids) for the remaining cc/ml, just like the usual rounds. After which, he then taught us how to do the things the Charge Nurse does- which I will explain later. So basically, that’s all we did on the first day-learning the basics.

August 10, 2009 Monday (10pm-6am), Charge Nurse: Sir Dexter

Another day in head nursing. I was all alone this day because my partner was absent due to unknown cause. I was so nervous, I also planned to be absent, but then my conscience haunted me. I paid a hundred pesos in my taxi fair that night-so sad. Again, as I arrived at the hospital, I punched in my punch card, get dressed, and went to the station. As I saw Sir Dexter, I was so scared. I told him my partner is absent and he gave me a shocking reply which was “Good Luck”. I didn’t know what he meant by that but it made me want to run, pack my things and go home. After the rounds, he then repeated what he taught to me and made me apply what I learned. When I had nothing to do that time, I wrote in my notebook the tasks of a head nurse which includes:

1. Receiving the endorsement from the previous shift.

2. Doing the rounds- checking the remaining IVF solutions.

3. Preparing the Summary Nursing Care Plan for the next shift:

-must refer to the kardex for the room numbers, names of patients and physicians

-copy the from the previous shift’s summary nursing care plan

4. Preparing the Assignment Sheet:

-write the names of patients with their room numbers

5. Solving the previous IVFs for the Time, Parenteral, and Remaining.

-this is the part I hated the most. I really can’t get it right especially when getting the remaining and the time.

6. 3 hours before the shift ends, rounds must be done to check the remaining IVFs again for the next shift.

7. Updating the new Summary Nursing Care Plan for the remaining, IV number, time to be hooked, and the solution.

8. Getting all the charts:

-check for the monitoring like vital signs, then fold

-write the parenteral in the I & O sheet and slash the solved parenteral, then fold

-lastly, check the order if it is carried/noted and crash out the patient’s room numbers in the previous SNCP.

And you are done!

P.S. If there are any new orders, leave your usual work and transcribe the order from the chart to the kardex, and the new prescribed medicines from the kardex to the medicine tickets and medication sheet. When done, fold the kardex, insert it in the chart right where the order is attached, and let the Charge Nurse check it.

August 11, 2009 Tuesday (10pm-6am), Charge Nurse: Ms. Julie

My partner was present again this time. As we arrived at the station, we were surprised to see another charge nurse. It was Ms. Julie since Sir Dexter had his day off that day. We were again scared to death since we don't know the new charge nurse. Many questions were running on our minds-is she okay? Is she strict? Or what? Finally, she spoke to us. She asked if we are for head nursing, and we said yes. She was shocked to see that there were two of us. So she called the Nursing Service Department to ask if there were students for head nursing on the other station-the 3A Station-which has the private rooms. Private rooms are rooms which are more costly than the wards. It is air-conditioned, has TV, couch, private bathroom and toilet, and allows two significant others to stay for the night. Going back, so after calling the Nursing Service Department, she asked one of us to transfer to 3A station since there was no student for head nursing on duty. My partner decided to transfer, so I was left alone again in the 3B Station with the new charge nurse. I just sat quietly in the corner and just wait for her to make instructions. Finally, all went well except for the solving the IVFs part. I was so confused on how to solve it. She and Sir Dexter have different techniques. I didn't know who to follow. Now I know that they (charge nurses) have different styles and I can tell who is right and wrong.

August 12, 2009 Wednesday (10pm-6am), Charge Nurse: Sir Dexter

This was our last day of duty since the next day will be our Midterm Examination. Again, my partner was absent because according to her, she felt tired to go on duty. So I rode the taxi and payed 100php, punched in my DTR, got dressed, and went to the station. I was surprised again to see Sir Dexter-yeah he's back. I know that's a good thing because I know him well enough now. So the usual routine was made and before the shift ends, I gave him my evaluation sheet for him to evaluate me. He brought it home and said he'd return it the week after.

So basically, that ends my first week of head nursing exposure. Another week awaits, and another story to tell.

Tired Tuesday

2009-08-22T18:53:00.000-07:00

Posted: August 11, 2009 Tuesday

Just like this cute little doggy over here, I am this tired today. I am on graveyard shift duty-from 10pm to 6am. I was awake the whole shift except for the part where our Charge Nurse let me take a short nap. Thanks to Sir Dexter.

The endorsement ended at 6:15 so I took off right away after coz’ I was so dead tired. It was already passed 7am when I arrived home. I ate my breakfast and went directly to my room after. First thing I did was open my laptop and check for emails and other stuff. I turned on the music player and went directly to bed. I was so dead tired, I wasn’t able to take my lunch on time. I woke up at 2pm, went downstairs, grab some lunch, and washed my uniform. Thereafter, I went back to my room, faced the laptop, and do my thing online. Just like plurking, managing my blogs, setting up this blog, and posting this entry.

Finally, I have made this blog as my online journal. Feel free to read and be part of my everyday stories and experiences. I just deleted my other blog entitled Calendar Notes also which was my very first blog from blogger. I already exported my posts to my other blog which is Kai’s Crib. If you have time, you can visit it.

And later tonight, I will be on duty again. Same shift, area, and station. Whew. Another tiring day tomorrow. Well I hope not. Hope I can sleep again tonight.

An Evening with the Kemboteras

2009-08-22T18:24:00.000-07:00

Last Saturday, August 8, 2009, me and other CBS members met the two Kembotera Manila bloggers, Micaela (Micamyx) and Enrico (Byahilo) along with their friends Aaron, Xiena, and Gelo. We ate dinner at Larsian, Fuente. We introduced ourselves, and chit chat while having our barbeque dinner. Despite the smoky environment and smelly barbeque, we still enjoyed the night.

We headed to IT Park thereafter. We decided to stay at Jollibee and camwhoring then took place. Thanks to Sinjin for the photos.

I hope to see you again soon guys. “Balik balik unya mo diri sa Cebu.”