" from dusk to dawn "

~ taken at Sunset around 6-ish.
and i always love it when the sky gets dramatic as this. ^0^

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happy weekend all! and many thanks for dropping by! ^0^

melody: Crazy- Gnarls Barkley

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" National Museum "

I have showed fotos of the National Museum of the Philippines many times already and it never seizes to amaze me its small and grand details.
Like these three figures in the pediment, which hardly anyone notices,
I did try to search for infos about it but nothing came up,
I'm pretty sure it symbolizes something or depicts something of a historical past.



as birds perching on top of the structure,



and a row of Corinthian columns in its ornate details of acanthus leaves.


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" On your march, get set... "

what i do when stuck in traffic...




what an odd couple and managing two bags at the same time?! ^0^

melody: Why does it always rain on me -Travis

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" Spam Jam "

Just in case you can't get enough of Spam - Luncheon Meat,
based in Hawaii by the way,
then, this new enticing kiosk seems perfect for a bite or two.





melody: Return to Innocence -Enya

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" Dilly delight "

i know it's early to go trick or treating yet, but what the heck,
can't wait to show you Dairy Queen's- Jack-O-Lantern Dilly Bar.
Yummy! ^-^

melody: Say what you want -Texas

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" Heading north "

happy weekend everyone! ^0^

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" look at this "

removing the sign is punishable by law,
but apparently, vandalism isn't. ^0^

melody: how lucky we are- meiko

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" The Cupola "

The exterior of Manila Cathedral,
famous for its detailed motifs and Neo-romanesque style.
It is one of the most outstanding churches left here in Manila.

For more info. about this church Click here.
will try to post more of its facade next week.

melody: relax, take it easy - mika

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" Just can't get enough "

as unhealthy as it sounds, this is one of my favorite take away meal.

A hefty cup of Java rice with some *achar - pickled vegetables and ginger and scrumptious Chicken Barbeque.



and within 30mts, our order was delivered right on our doorstep. ^-^



melody: this is the life - amy macdonald

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" Mr Itchy "

Act one: He scratches his head with vigour...



Act two: then looks at his fingers, hmm... fishing for dandruff maybe?!



melody: amy macdonald- Mr rock and roll

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" What was once grandiose "

The exterior might look boring, a bit imposing and without character,
but wait, you haven't heard the whole story yet...

During the Marcos regime, then first lady Imelda Marcos- known for her extreme love for shoes wanted to build world class structures concerning cultural life,
the arts, a film theatre, etc.
one of them was this edifice called Manila Film Center.



It was the talk of the town back then, a huge, multi million project that requires more than a thousand++
laborers and non stop construction,
Eventhough the place was said to be unsafe because it was a reclamation area,
still you can't beat its location as it's just a stone's throw away from Manila bay.



All was about to go as planned till accident happened in 1981, as scaffoldings collapsed and at least 169++ workers fell and were buried alive under wet cement.
A security blanket was immediately imposed by the Marcos administration and rescuers were not permitted on the site until 9 hours later, but by then, it was too late.

The whole thing created much fiasco and controversy, the whole dream project was put into a halt, it was left abandoned and deserted,
legend says, during the still of the night,
the dead haunts the living as unrest souls still wander in and around the area.



After much debate and gov't talks, in 2001, the "Amazing Show" opened to the public.

I have no inkling about this but was surprised to find via wikipedia that the show features transgendered performances and since then, have attracted tourists from all over the world.
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" What 's cooking "

Because it's our uncle's birthday,
we head off to Hyatt's Market Place for their dinner buffet.
Tonight's theme was Filipino cuisine, the presentation wasn't all that
enticing so I decided to show you their delectable sweets and sushi rolls instead.



caramelized flan with raisin and pecan nuts, a brownie and some fruity jelly.
really sweet but tasty.



some sushi rolls and sashimi, i'd gladly have sushi but i don't eat raw,
so i say no to sahimi, they look delicious though.





some bread and pizza display,
i tried a slice of pepperoni pizza,but it was a bit gooey maybe bec. it's not
warm enough already.



and for anything that's hot off the grill, you can choose a wide variety of either lamb chops, barbeque chicken, tenderloin, seafood...and more++


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" Not your usual tree "

It feels like christmas already and most peculiar to see a tree of this kind,
you can't help but notice it.
I don't know whats it called but interesting,
it almost looks like a pine tree. ^0^



Silver Lining - Rilo Kiley

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" Yellow and Red "

This funky building along Sta. Cruz street is a strcture that spells 70's all over.
What used to look grey and dingy now seems to look clean, thanks to re-painting the whole thing.



High - Lighthouse Family

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" Persnickety "

a kid looks curiously as the man fixes his motorbike, locals here call this as Kuliglig" ,
not to be confused from a pedicab though.



and i can't decide which one looks better so i had to post both instead.



Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus

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" The land of might have been "

" Somewhere, there's another land
Different from this world below,
Far more mercifully planned,
than the cruel place we know.

Innocence and peace are there,
all is good that is desired,
Faces there are always fair,
Love never grows old nor tired. "

- Ost from the movie: Gosford Park

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The land of might have been- Jeremy Northam

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" the Big picture "

A typical scenario around Quiapo.
This one seen in front of Minor Basilica (Quiapo Church ).
During daytime the plaza isn't crowded as it is after office hours or when a mass is being held, be prepared to go elbow to elbow with people and non stop hollering hawkers, selling street foods and what not. ^0^




When we were young - The Killers

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" For Sale "

Fresh mussels anyone?



Almost at the end of the bay,
I saw this kid selling "Tahong" or fresh mussels,
since it's not outside the local market, the price is cheaper.
When he saw me taking fotos of it, he was quick to asked me if I wanted to buy some.



Pity that at such a young age, when he should be studying or playing,
instead he's forced to face the reality and hardships of life.

Just like a star - corrine bailey rae

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" these are a few of my favorite things "

I like taking fotos of bikes, be it old or a new one, this one was parked along the strips of Manila bay.



I remember, we used to go biking when I was a kid.
It made me miss those days when life was carefree and worry-free.
Why do we make our life complicated as we grow old ?

King of Anything - Sarah Bareilles

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" theme day: Graffiti "

Not the prettiest graffiti sight, but the closest I could get from a driveby shot.




Click here to view thumbnails for all participants

melody: L'hymme de l'amour- Nolwenn Leroy

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