FLOW: SurfYogaSamba in Zambales

FLOW SurfYogaSamba Weekend Retreat is turning terrific 3 this November! We're going to celebrate our milestone with another awesome retreat with the usual Surf, Yoga Samba combination but this time in another known surf spot only 3 hours away from Manila...yep, we're flowin' to Zambales! Enjoy a long weekend getaway with like-minded people in dreamy destination -Casa San Miguel, Zambales.

Recharge in a relaxing Yin Yoga class by Monica Eleazar-Manzano, learn drumming and samba dancing with Escola de Samba de Manila, get healthy as the Flow team share their favorite recipes in the Green Smoothie Workshop and discover the world of raw veganism with Mona Lisa Neuboeck, a raw food chef who will be giving a talk on Raw Surf Trip - tried and tested tips & tricks on How to eat healthfully raw at any surf spot.

A newbie on the waves? Learn how to surf with Surfasana School by Corey Wills. Corey Wills, a raw vegan, PETA advocate and yogi, will also be leading a fundamentals yoga class to mentally prepare the mind & the body for surfing.

The Flow:SurfYogaSamba Weekend Retreat is on November 30 – December 2, 2012 at Casa San Miguel, Zambales. To register, please log on to www.flowsurfyogasamba.com.

For more information, email flowsurfyogasamba@gmail.com or check us out on Facebook: flow surfyogasamba, Twitter: @surfyogasamba and www.instagram.com/flowsurfyogasamba.

Flow:SurfYogaSamba Weekend Retreat in Zambales is presented by Havaianas, Aura Athletica, Bobble. In partnership with Belo Essentials Sun Expert, Moringana, Lightwater, Vitaminboost, Beyond Yoga. Minor Sponsors: Aloha Boardsports, Billabong. Browhaus, Strip, Lagu, Human Heart Nature, Fitness Lab. Media Partner: Travel Magazine and My Life on Board.

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XAVIER

Just goofing around before practice with his football buds. Thank you to whoever was behind the camera. Sincerely, Xavier's Momma.

GOAL! by Xavier

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Like A CHAMPioN!

Things don't always go the way you want it to. Many know that I'm a strong advocate of using all natural products. Yes, they are not readily available in the groceries or your favorite sari-sari stores. They cost more also. Reality is, I live with my mom. Her house, her rules, her choice of products. I still have to remind her to use her BYOBs (Bring Your Own Bag) when she goes on emergency grocery and usually provide her with one. I always have at least 2 in my bag. I can't control what detergent she buys, the cheaper the better. That goes for almost everything else. 
 

My friend suggested that I try Champion as she has heard good reviews of it. When I asked the labandera and other household staff including the midwife of my uncle, they all agreed that CHAMPION was a good brand. First thing I noticed on the package was NO CHALK. That's a good thing and an added plus. I handed the products to the labandera and asked her to give me her feedback on each kind.

The following is a Champion Fashion Show at a Super8. Where fashion models strutted along the aisle of the supermarket sporting the latest Spring and Summer collection of the, none other than Filipino designer Randy Ortiz.

  

The ultimate goal of any detergent and bar is prove and show that stubborn stains are easily washed away. In this fashion show, the models "attacked" each other with bottle squirts of the daily condiments like ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard and were easily wiped off with a bar.  Of course, daily shoppers were given a visual treat with music and the works. Action in a supermarket is always fun for everyone. 

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Brighter Than The Sun

Music From SMASH

Stop me on the corner I swear you hit me like a vision I, I, I wasn't expecting But who am I to tell fate where it's supposed to go with it Don't you blink you might miss it See we got a right to just love it or leave it You find it and keep it Cause it ain't every day you get the chance to say

Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes off like a gun, brighter than the sun Oh, we could be the stars, falling from the sky Shining how we want, brighter than the sun

I've never seen it, I found this love, I'm gonna feed it You better believe, I'm gonna treat it better than anything I've ever had Cause you're so damn beautiful Read it, it's signed and delivered let's seal it Boy we go together like peanuts and paydays and Marley and reggae And everybody needs to get a chance to say

Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes off like a gun, brighter than the sun Oh, we could be the stars, falling from the sky Shining how we want, brighter than the sun

Everything is like a white out, cause we shika-shika a shine down Even when the, when the light's out but I can see you glow Got my head up in the rafters, got me happy ever after Never felt this way before, ain't felt this way before

I swear you hit me like a vision I, I, I wasn't expecting But who am I to tell fate where it's supposed to go?

Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes off like a gun, brighter than the sun Oh, we could be the stars, falling from the sky Shining how we want, brighter than the sun, yeah Oho, yeah, oho

Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes off like a gun, brighter than the sun Oh, we could be the stars, falling from the sky Shining how we want, brighter than the sun, yeah Brighter than the sun. Brighter than the sun. Brighter than the sun. Oho, yeah, oho

Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes off like a gun, brighter than the sun Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes off like a gun, brighter than the sun Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes off like a gun, brighter than the sun Oh, this is how it starts, lightning strikes the heart It goes officiallike a gun, brighter than the sun - Colbie Caillat

TIMBERLAND with the LADIES

I Said By Hook or By Crook Right?

I was not going to miss my son’s school production even if I had to go in a wheelchair. Yes, it was a hassle but I needed to watch my son. Considering the whole school had a month to prepare from scratch, I’m really impressed of the outcome. Only technical glitches really. Other than that, they were superb. So proud of all of them. Bravo! Special mention to Gabby Agbayani, Grade 7, for all the pictures. 

 “A Very Hairy Catastrophe” was the title. A collaboration of 3 productions. CATS, Hairspray, and an original To The Fairest, written by Mr. David Esteban & Mr. Martin Frias. To the Fairest was based on the Trojan War/Greek Gods & Goddesses. My son played Achilles. He wrote most of the raps for his group. Really amazed on how these kids work together considering that they are from different levels. It really reminded me of my days in Maria Montessori where it didn’t matter if you were Grade 2 or Grade 7. Everyone just got along and knew each other. Definitely looking forward to next year’s production.

 

Decided to BLOG about AFTER SURGERY here

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Day 14 POST SURGERY

I honestly do not remember why I agreed to have surgery. Was it in Hong Kong last November where I was in pain most the time because of those long walks to and from the arena or was it before that? I know I was having Physical Therapy for some time already and I was told that I needed to release the really tight tendon. That is all I had in mind. 

Through the years, I have learned that it's important to get several opinions from doctors and surgeons regardless of what procedure that's going to be done. Some months ago I almost had a Thyroidectomy to the point that I already a room and date of procedure. I backed out after seeing 2 other surgeons who both agreed that I did not need to have one because the mass found was one, benign, and two still within a minimal size. All I really needed was a  fine-needle aspiration biopsy to drain the liquid and oral medications. Beats going under the knife again.
 
After seeing three orthopedic surgeons, considering health insurance and costs, I decided to have it done once and for all. It was really my "agenda" beginning this year. Had it done now it's been 14 days since. Recuperating at home and still praying for patience and hoping that i don't bite heads off too soon. 

I still have a long way to go after the cement cast comes off. That is where the real work starts. 

FIRST SUNSET of the YEAR; 2012

Solitaire Di Venezia with Marbles

"Beautifully addictive solitaire game is the perfect solution to pass the time." 

Now, if only it came with instructions. Haha.

Solitaire Di Venezia with Marbles provides hours of play in style!

The game of Solitaire is reputed to have been invented by a nobleman confined in the Bastille prison during the early years of the French Revolution. The game is played with 36 marbles. The object is to eliminate all but one marble, which should ideally end up in the center of the game board. The 38 handmade marbles contain up to 15 different semi-precious minerals—malachite, azurite, quartz, serpentine, hematite, bloodstone, lazulite, amethyst, crystal, garnet. via BrookStone

DO I NEED A REASON

  Today when I saw you I knew it was just like the first time When you met my eyes I came close And I felt like the first time  To hold back my fear And feel you so near I’ve never been this far before To hold back my fear And feel you so near I’m scared of falling into deep this time  Do I need a reason to tell you why I’m singing you this song Do I need a reason to show you that I know where I belong Whenever I am weary I lean on This feeling that I have I am so much stronger now Thankful, yes I am  Today I’ll renounce them, The doubts and the fears I’ve been nursing I’ll fly like a moth to the flame And I’ll feel like the first time  To hold back my fear And let you come near I’ve never been this far before To hold back my fear And let you come near I’m afraid of losing and still I go

PWD XMAS PARTY 12.16.11

It's been a while since I last attended a PWD (Persons With Disability) meeting. But since I was reinstalled as the President, I have no choice. Next year will be better.

After my life literally changed 12 years ago, I noticed that the men that I attract are those who are "lost" or searching for something that will make them feel better about themselves. Because of my experience, I feel that they find "strength" and "courage" knowing that they know someone who has gone and surpassed these trials. They say I inspire. I am honored by what they all say. I truly am. But deep down inside, I feel that I just get USED. After they have "found" themselves, "regained" their confidence, they leave me and move on to someone else or go on with their present lives. Leaving me starting from scratch again.

I'm 35 years old. Single in all aspects. Sure, there are "guys" who have shown interest, a little "fling" here and there but never a "REAL" relationship. A real relationship in "accepted" terms. I am known to be "different" in my approach to these things. It has always been the case. Maybe that's why. I want NORMALCY in my life. Is that too much to ask for?

That's Just What You Are

In our endeavor
We are never seeing eye to eye
No guts to surface
So forever may we wave goodbye
And you're always telling me
That it's my turn to move
When I wonder what could make the needle jump the groove 
  I won't fall for the oldest trick in the book
So don't sit there and think
You're off of the hook
By saying there is no use changing
Cause that's just what you are
That's just what you are
Acting steady
Always ready to defend your fears
What's the matter with the truth
Did I offend your ears
By suggesting that a change might be a thing to try
It would kill you just to try and be a nicer guy
Its not like you would lose
Some critical piece
If somehow you moved point A to point B
Maintaining there is no point changing
Cause that's just what you are
That's just what you are
Now I could talk to you till I'm blue in the face
But we'd still would arrive the very same place
With you running around
And me out of the race
So maybe you're right
Nobody can take
Something older then time
And hope you could make it better
That would be a mistake
So take it just so far
Cause that's just what you are
That's just what you are
That's just what you are
Acting steady
Always ready to defend your fears
(That's just what you are)
What's the matter with the truth
Did I offend your ears
(That's just what you are)
Sleepwalking man, it's a danger to wake you
(That's just what you are)
Even when it is apparent where your actions will take you
(That's just what you are)
And that's just what you are
And that's just what you are
That's just what you are 

- Aimee Mann

ALL GOOD THINGS

All good things. (All good things.) All good things. (All good things.)  Not sure where to go, Everybody I know, Says I'm too forgiving. And now that I'm gone, I don't wanna move on, I just keep reliving.  All good things. (All good things.)  Oh I wish you, All good things. (All good things.) Come to an end. All good things. (All good things.)  Oh I wish you well.  Lost inside of my head, Empty side of the bed, I feel this place without you. I keep pushing the bruise, 'Cause I don't want to lose, What I love about you.  All good things. (All good things.) Oh I wish you, All good things. (All good things.) Come to an end. All good things. (All good things.) Oh I wish you well...  I could think of a million ways, You've proved you weren't the one. So live inside of your shades of gray, And nevermind the sunshine that I'll find.   I got so much space now, I got a whole house, With the wind blowing through. I don't need somewhere to hide, I got this whole world inside, I was accustomed to showing you.  All good things. (All good things.) Oh I wish you, All good things. (All good things.) Come to an end. All good things. (All good things.) Oh I wish you well... All good things. (All good things.) Ohhhh, ohh, ohh All good things. (All good things.) Ohh, ohh, ohh All good things. (All good things.) Oh I wish you well.

HOW I GET on the HORSE

I have been asked HOW i get on the HORSE. Here's how. I need the ledge and sunny days.

It has never been clearer. I like this system of check and balance. It puts a lot of perspective and puts me in my place.

BUTTERBEER LATTE

 

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JUST AS IT SHOULD BE

Normally I would say that things were going on zoom mode but actually things are just as they should be. Which is good right?

Back On the Saddle Again

It's been exactly one year and 9 months since I last got on a horse. Boy, did I miss it. I missed it so much, that I ended up being the laugh of the day. Tita Marivic started laughing with the grooms saying that I was on for more than an hour and was wondering why I wasn't complaining yet. It just felt so good. "In my element" as someone said. Here is one pic that a friend took. Thank you dear. Thanks for stopping by too.

IT's BEEN that LONG huh?

I'm better now. I have finally gotten out of the rut. It took sometime, as usual. I was holding on to something that probably wasn't there in the first place. They all said he was NOT worth it. I should have listened. I should have listened to my gut feel which was ALWAYS right. I was just stubborn. Duro de cabeza. Thinking that NO ONE can be such an asshole or a bitch. Apparently, there are such people and a number of them yet. Yes, I was really hurt, he broke my heart, but more of disappointed. VERY DISAPPOINTED. People are NOT who they seem to be. Lost my faith in the system which I was so willing to help and promote in my own little way. Too bad for them.

Twitter makes it easier to classify people accordingly like the animal kingdom. After a while, you see who are real bitches and assholes. I met two wonderful people, yes on twitter, and actually met up with them. In doing so, that so-called cyber barricade that oh so many hide behind, was brought down to actual conversations over cups of coffee, lots of laughs and gastronomic food porn. Actual phone conversations and not just tweets or text messages.

Now, daily phone calls and lots of laughs. Just what I need.

32 Flavors

PWD National Registration Week July 2011

The KING of ANYTHING

EDGE of the OCEAN

at the edge of the ocean, I can start all over again.

INDIGO GIRLS: The State Theatre, Sydney 28 April 2011

(will continue...)

Life Unexpected: World Spins Madly On

Woke up and wished that I was dead
With an aching in my head
I lay motionless in bed
I thought of you and where you'd gone
and let the world spin madly on

Everything that I said I'd do
Like make the world brand new
And take the time for you
I just got lost and slept right through the dawn
And the world spins madly on

I let the day go by
I always say goodbye
I watch the stars from my window sill
The whole world is moving and I'm standing still

Woke up and wished that I was dead
With an aching in my head
I lay motionless in bed
The night is here and the day is gone
And the world spins madly on

I thought of you and where you'd gone
And the world spins madly on.

EXPOKID3 @ Rockwell Tent April 2, 2011

WAITING

THAT's ALL I NEED

All I really need is REASSURANCE.

MISSA Football Tourament

AFP ASCOM Field; 12 March 2011

IT HAPPENS ALL the TIME

It happens all the time. After ballooning to an absurd weight (OBESE) due to medical circumstances, plus the real joy of eating, I tell myself that I'll start losing weight or cut down blah blah blah. For the past 10 years, it's been a roller coaster ride. The truth is, I know for a fact, that once I start losing weight, SOMEONE special comes into my life. I must admit after one heartbreak to another, I tell myself that, I'll just stay FAT, that way they'll stay clear and away from me.

Of course, for health reasons, it's always better to exercise and eat well. In 2010, I only had one goal. To start going to the gym and shed those unwanted pounds. I haven't drastically gone far but 30 lbs in a year, it's good enough considering the physical restrictions I have. I have made it a point, BP permitting, that I hit the gym at least 2x a week. It's not enough but it's better than nothing.

So here I am, 30 lbs less. Feeling physically good, except my ankle pains that come with being hemiplegic, and more pounds to shed, SLOWLY. YES this is all just PHYSICAL. But EVERYONE knows, I am NOT just about my physical appearance. I am a very passionate person which I'm starting to believe, is my downfall too.

When you are given a second chance in life, you take things as it comes, make the MOST out of it, don't WASTE time, and SHOW your appreciation and LOVE because everything just PASSES you by. In an instant, things change, unexpected natural circumstances happen, then that chance you're given is lost. Many will say that it's just my being impatient talking. Maybe it is maybe it isn't.