Foots Spa and other funny signs in Manila, La Union, Albay and Tagaytay

Posted by nethan on June 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment

N.B. – This was published in Asian Correspondent (June 2, 8:00 a.m.) where I write a column (Philippine Fantasy). That Manila is the Philippines’ seat of political power and home to various English tutorial centers is already globally known. That’s why it has a reputation to protect...

Source: Rising Sun

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Words get in the way

Posted by cyborg on April 14, 2010 · Leave a Comment

…since i missed last week’s theme, i’m trying to make amends by posting early today! yeehaw! plus, i have been looking forward to this theme. i might have a bunch of photos that will fit perfectly, but i decided to post something that is very fresh..just out. nope not from the oven...

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Pagkatapos ng Semana Santa

Posted by nethan on April 9, 2010 · Leave a Comment

N.B. – This will be published in the April 9-15, 2010 issue of Pinoy Weekly. LUNGSOD NG TABACO, Probinsiya ng Albay (Abril 9) – Kahit katatapos lang ng Semana Santa, may dagliang ginhawa pa rin sa pansamantalang pamamahinga. Iba pa rin ang epekto sa katawan ng sariwang hangin sa probinsiya. Mistulang...

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soon

Posted by cyborg on March 2, 2010 · Leave a Comment

…we will be having more fun in the sun! can’t wait for summer to finally come. but i’d settle for spring for now too!:) what should’ve been a photo of the day is again turning out to be a Photo of the Week now! sheesh!:) soon! ...

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mahusay

Posted by cyborg on February 25, 2010 · Leave a Comment

…the cinnabuns made recently, all by herself. yes it may be another out of the tin goody but i can’t help but still be proud. from popping the tin, arranging in the cookie sheet, turning on the oven! and taking them out..to serving a piece to her mom..me! all on her own. humuhusay na...

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breakfast buffet

Posted by cyborg on February 17, 2010 · Leave a Comment

…something that we all look forward to when we go for a night or so hotel living, or should i say living of reality for a few days. when we get away to unwind a little. when we forget about everything behind to have room service, a nearby pool to wade in and yes…eat all you can breakfast! …and...

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WTF is in the Philippines? Let WhenInManila.com show you!

Posted by nethan on January 28, 2010 · Leave a Comment

“When In Rome, do as the Romans do.” So When In Manila… is our way of presenting to you the cool & awesome stuff in the Philippines. Here, it’s as beautiful as Indonesia, equally affordable as Thailand and even more amazing than Mars! WhenInManila.com is the brainchild...

Source: When In Manila

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Ako, punong abala

Posted by nethan on January 23, 2010 · Leave a Comment

N.B. – This will be published in the January 22-28, 2010 issue of Pinoy Weekly. Ang medyo maluwag na panahon sa aking pansamantalang pamamalagi sa Korea ay naging masikip sa aking pagbabalik sa Pilipinas. Sunud-sunod ang mga kailangang gawin, maraming artikulong kailangang tapusin. Nagsisimula...

Source: Rising Sun

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Historic Butuan

Posted by netizen on December 31, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Author’s Note: This article uses virtual reality technology to provide an immersive experience. Click the images to view the 360-degree VRs. Adobe Flash 10 or higher is required. Average VR size is 2.5Mb each. “In the beginning, there was no Philippines but there was BUTUAN” Such is the claim...

Source: Firefly360's Blog

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Regalo ko sa iyo ngayong Pasko

Posted by nethan on December 19, 2009 · Leave a Comment

N.B. – This was published in the December 18-24, 2009 issue of Pinoy Weekly, the full text of which may also be retrieved from http://pinoyweekly.org/new/2009/12/regalo-ko-sa-iyo-ngayong-pasko/. Ang panahong ito’y nagsisilbing tulay para mag-usap ang mga dating magkaaway. Ang mga dating hindi...

Source: Rising Sun

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