Bits and Pieces of December 2010

2011 is here! New Year but does it really mean new beginnings? Well it really depends on how you want to start the year. Some people make New Year resolutions, but I don't. I made some in the past but was not able to follow through with them. So better not make them. I'll just have to do my best in what I do this year; as one song goes "No Promises."

Anyway, I'm not writing about the New Year. I just want to share with you my readers (if ever there are) how I spent my holidays.

First of all we were able to attend the Thanksgiving and Praise Program at the Naga View Adventist College. Though we went there kind of late already. We went Friday and the program already started on Wednesday. I say we because I was with my fiance Ryann. Also, the Muladbucad  bretheren were there ahead of us. It was very rainy!

We went there by motorcycle, so we had to stop once in a while to avoid getting thoroughly drenched. There were lots of people and tents all over the NVAC grounds. But then it wasn't as many as the family camp back in 2000. But it was still great nevertheless. Rye was able to see some of his very close friends and former classmates at NVAC.

And before we proceeded to NVAC on Friday, we made a quick detour to Camsur Watersports Complex in Pili. It was a very rainy day so we weren't able to see everything. We just stayed in the little kiosk by the water until the rain subsided somewhat.

These are some of the things I've been up to during the holidays.

Children's Day Out!

This time of the year is already time for parties and other get-togethers. We also had a bit of  party for the children from the church. Actually we only assisted, being the Children's Ministry leader, Mandy facilitated the whole thing. The children had fun, (I hope). Well, they sure had great time swimming even though the water was quite cold. We had some games like flour blowing, water relay relay, and others. The last part was the exchange gift and awarding. Here are some pics!

Bye-Bye Laptop Of Mine

It's so sad really because my constant companion for the almost 3 years has finally gave up on me. And before you start wondering who or rather what I'm I'm talking about, take a look at this picture.

Yes, it's my Acer 4520G laptop. It crashed two about two weeks ago. You can just imagine my chagrin when it wouldn't power on anymore. And to add insult to injury, I haven't submitted all my articles yet when that happened! I had to rewrite two of them! I was supposed to go somewhere that time but was not able to because   I had to retrieve what I can from my mail. Grrr you can just imagine my frustration and annoyance that time.

When I took it to the computer repair shop ( I won't mention which), the technician wouldn't give me a proper explanation. It was just "most likely its motherboard failure." Frustrating really. I wouldn't go there ever again.

Anyway, instead of shelling out money for repair I just bought a new desktop instead, which set me back financially (you should see my sad face right now). i already spent quite a lot when my laptop had a damaged processor and video card, so i'd rather just buy a desktop this time. At least I'm able to work properly again. I'll write about my new desktop next time! 'Til then!

A Visit to the Bryant Feeding Center

Bread

Have you ever seen so much freshly baked bread in your life? I have! Last Sunday we went to a "factory" where soya milk and soya bread are made. This is located in Mabini, Irosin, Sorsogon. It's actually not that big but it's enough. This "factory" doesn't operate for profit. It exists for charity and the individuals working there are all missionaries of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. It's called the Bryant Feeding Center that feeds indigent and malnourished children and adults. Right now the Center feeds about 1,000 individuals per day. The staple food fed to them is soya milk and soya bread. Too bad I forgot to ask who is financing the said center. But with such a noble cause, I hope this feeding center continues to operate for years to come so that other people, especially the less fortunate ones will continue to be blessed. 

Soya Beans

Ground Soya Beans

Chance Meeting with Miss Maria Venus Raj

I've traveled to and from Legazpi through Cebu Pacific for several times already and I've never yet had a chance to be with a celebrity on the same flight! Well, this weekend I was lucky! I flew to the Legazpi last Saturday. Woke up really early because my flight was at 6a.m. The wait for the boarding announcement was boring and uneventful. Even the flight was the same. I just slept through it. When we were about to  disembark, the flight crew suddenly announced, "We would like to acknowledge the presence of Miss Universe Maria Venus Raj" Everyone was surprised, I was surprised and delighted because I really haven't seen her in person ever! It seemed she was seated at the forward part of the plane and though I tried to crane my neck as high as I could, I couldn't even catch a glimpse of her. So I just decided to wait at the arrival area. 

There was a welcoming committee for her waiting for her at the arrival area. I recognized the Bicol University President Madam Fay Lauraya together with other BU faculty standing beside the banner for Miss Venus Raj. After what seemed like a long wait, Miss Universe 4th Runner Up Maria Venus Raj finally stepped out of the plane. She's really tall and very slim! She was smiling as she walked to the arrival area. As expected there was a pictorial session. I was also able to take some shots, luckily my camera's battery still had a charge. Lots of people were able to take pictures with her, lucky for them. Miss Raj looks really beautiful and sweet. 

Here are some of the pictures I took with my cam. Enjoy! 

One Invigorating Sunday

I know it's been a while since I updated this blog. I've been really busy. I went home home last weekend, well, I actually spent the whole week there since it was going to be a very long weekend for me anyway due to Eid El Fitr. Anyway, it was a good time for me because at least I was able to exercise...one thing that I haven't done in a long time.

Together with Mandy and some of the folks from church, we went to Kawa-Kawa in Ligao City. We woke up at 4.30am so that we can be there in time for the mass aerobics. The short climb to the peak left me out of breath, which shows just how out of shape I am;). Anyway, when we got to the peak, the aerobics exercise was already starting. There were lots of people participating - children, teens, adults of both sexes. We immediately joined in! Although I couldn't follow some of the steps, it was still so much fun and was able to sweat out some of my fats! Well, i hope so.

I'm so looking forwards to another hike up there! And also to the aerobics exercise. It's really much more motivating if you see other people exercising with you.

For My Beloved Lola

For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. 1 Thess. 4: 14.

It's been three months since we laid our beloved Lola to rest. We miss you. I know Lolo misses you most of all. Every time I go home and talk with him, he would always reminisce of the years your spent together. When he speaks it's as if those things happened only yesterday. He still get teary-eyed when he remembers you. Things aren't the same now that you're not around.

I can't help but get teary-eyed as well now as a write this. Soon there will be a big change in my life and I'm sad you won't be able to witness it. But at least you were able to meet Him when you were still with us and this makes me happy.

You're finally at peace Lola. We will wait for the day when we will see each other again when Jesus comes to get those who are faithful to Him.

We love you and we miss you more everyday.