tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54911095591516137772024-02-07T12:06:15.185+08:00mabuhay-manilaarabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.comBlogger604125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-43475109159821656062015-04-25T01:39:00.001+08:002015-04-25T08:21:56.131+08:00" Things to do when you're stuck in Divisoria " <a href='http://postimage.org/' target='_blank'><img src='http://s4.postimg.org/toa71s29p/GOPR7327.jpg' border='0' alt="GOPR7327" /></a><br /><br />
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<br> I haven't been to Divisoria for the longest time.
Even though, I live (more or less) just minutes away.
The place has changed a lot through the years, but there are some things that pretty much stays the same.
So, when on a sudden whim, I decided to visit this place on a sunny afternoon, (that was the day before the holy week)
Mom and Pepperoni were a bit surprised, but they did agree to tag along with me.
So, we hailed a tricycle and were off to "Diviseoux" - our own bourgeois word for: Divisoria. </br>
<br> To make it short, we shopped, bought a lot of affordable goodies.
I love sale, bangketa, tiangge, flea markets.
Never seem to get tired of it.
But I hate crowds. Ironic right?! ^-^
We were like tourists, the usual strolling and browsing, even brought our handy GoPro.
The smallest thingy gadget that doesn't look too obvious when you're pulling out a camera.
You know how big eyed pickpockets and snatchers lurked around the area.
Sadly, after more than a few decades, Divisoria, like any other busy streets, are filled with <i> masamang elements, </i>
so just be street smart, don't parade your android phones, or your big wad of cash,
and don't wear too flashy and if you can, blend with the crowd. ^0^ </br>
<br> <i> The imposing monument of Gat Andres Bonifacio </i></br>
What is it with little kids and monuments? they seem to be pretty attached to it.
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<br> This is the local flea market scene.
It is open everyday of the week, from morning to night time.
The newly appointed Vice Mayor, I.Moreno, tried to e-hem,
beautified and organized the whole area, giving a chance for peddlers and hawkers to sell their products.
This particular street has been pedestrianized and newly installed orange booths were designed so that they can have their own space.
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Was Ate smiling at my camera?!
Those casseroles on the right are Mirienda, not sure what kind of food she was selling though.
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<br> Pedicure: More fun in the Philippines . </br>
This is very Manila, where a local <i> manicurista</i> get the nails done in a jiffy. No need to go to your fussy beauty parlour.
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<br> Watches for sale: 2 for 150 pesos. </br>
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<br> Fish balls anyone? </br>
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<br> Poor kid, so worn out that he takes his baby sleep in that small space, while his mother was tending to this booth.
That's how hard it is to earn a living here. </br>
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<br> Fresh Mangoes for only 25 pesos! </br>
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<br> Why this is called a Full Over is still puzzling to me. </br>
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These ladies were so glued infront of the telly. ^0^
Probably watching their favorite teleserye.
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</span>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-49276955714708014912015-03-13T00:54:00.001+08:002015-03-14T00:49:28.219+08:00" daily life in Manila "
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<br> peeking through one of the makeshift houses along Rizal Ave. </br>
<br> Those plastic bottles outside the window aka : his " Kalakal " {recyclable goodies} collection,
where his next trip will be a visit to the junk shop </br>
<br> A common sight for those who are commuting everyday. </br>
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</span>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-64748589836958842132015-02-28T15:22:00.001+08:002015-02-28T15:25:37.859+08:00" How are you Manila? "
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The busy streets and the hoi polloi of Manila.
The same run of the mill setting.
location: CM Recto - 7-sih at night
what you see: the tricycle, the jeep and the bike.
How you wish almost two years of hiatus, this city could do a bit of improvement... Not! </br>
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Sadly, it's still polluted and traffic.
and don't even get me started about politics..
Pretty much everything's the same.
Outside Manila though, there seems to be more improvement.
More restos and hip shopping malls abound. </br>
<br>But in the heart of the city, what was once a glorified and well-known sight,
is slowly becoming like a rundown. </br>
arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-29054789606386177182012-06-27T22:18:00.002+08:002012-06-27T22:36:25.494+08:00" Tarsier "Alas! on their 2nd day,<br />Off they went to see the famous <a href="http://www.bohol.ph/article15.html "> Philippine Tarsier. </a><br /><br />Its size is only 3-6 inches in height! <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1365.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1365.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />so Small that my four-eyed mom thought this was it! ^0^<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1360.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1360.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />they had to climb a few plight of stairs before reaching its hub. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1357.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1357.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />which strictly restricts anyone from flashing their camera or <br />making loud noises. <br /><br />here's a few info I found <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Tarsier"> via WIkipedia </a>. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1355.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1355.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />enhanced photo-op for souvenir shots. <br />but obviously, the gal's angry bird shirt was disturbing. ^0^<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1372.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1372.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />and some cute memorabilia as well. <br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1375.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1375.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1373.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1373.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-90694406560706006772012-06-25T22:10:00.006+08:002012-06-27T22:38:05.163+08:00" Baclayon Church "Welcome to Baclayon Church. <br />among the must see whilst in Bohol, <br />which is only a short trip from Tagbilaran. <br />( the city's capital ) <br /><br />a piece of its history: <br />It's considered to be the 2nd oldest church here in the Phils. <br />I think what's interesting inside is, it's made of coral stone,<br />cut into blocks and piled atop each other.<br />It is believed that egg whites were used to cement the coral stone blocks together.<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1331.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1331.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />a closer look at the Bell tower, <br />still in tip top shape, obtained during the 1800's. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1332.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1332.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />the entrance to the church. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1284.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1284.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />warning: <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1288.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1288.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />from the inside looking out<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1289.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1289.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />is this the confession area? not sure... <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1291.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1291.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />the interior of the church has exquisitely carved gilded altars, <br />nave paintings, dichromatic tiled floors, <br />with large stained glass windows.<br />notice the super sharpness I did with this one. <br />the lighting just wasn't that good. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1293.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1293.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1292.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1292.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1298.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1298.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />the ceiling<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1295.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1295.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1296.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1296.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />looking at the other side of the church<br /> <br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1302.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1302.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />what used to be where the priest held his sermons. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1304.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1304.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />the stained glass windows.<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1306.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1306.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />some emblematic heraldry i suppose...<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1310.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1310.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />its craftsmanship<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1312.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1312.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1313.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1313.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />a room full of saints, religious artifacts. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1317.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1317.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1318.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1318.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1319.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1319.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />entrance fee for the museum costs 50.-( less than a dollar).<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1320.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1320.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />mom was so pissed when she took this one, because this lady just wouldn't <br />budge or move. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1321.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1321.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />apparently, picture taking isn't allowed inside the museum. <br />for whatever reason we couldn't seem to decipher. <br />the artifacts inside weren't even that interesting to begin with. <br /><br />so these are more or less, "stolen shots" .<br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1325.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1325.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1324.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1324.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1327.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1327.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1333.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1333.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1330.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1330.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />this is a view from the museum. <br /><br />the restroom. <br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1323.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1323.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />a wishing well outside. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1334.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1334.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />and of course, the souvenir shop<br /><a href="http://s1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/?action=view&current=IMG_1338.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa409/arabesque_jcc/IMG_1338.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-84683593080127876562012-06-17T22:41:00.006+08:002012-06-17T23:46:20.886+08:00" Panglao Blue Water Beach Resort "so, the trip to Bohol continues... ^0^<br /><br />But first, let me show you where my mom and her gang stayed during the trip,<br />its ambiance and what's her verdict.<br /><br />A resort called Panglao Blue Water Beach Resort is located <br />almost at the end of Alona beach,<br />if you love the hip and buzz during night time or<br />hanging out on the the beach, <br />then this resort might proved to be secluded or <br />off beaten path as one might call it. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1212.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1212.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /> <br />On one hand though, if relaxing is your kind of thing, lazing around and merely doing nothing, then, this is the perfect place for you. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1213.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1213.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />You're greeted with a warm smile and upon checking in, <br />you'll quench your thirst with a free glass of honey/calamansi/lemongrass <br />mixture of cold drink.<br />The hotel boasts its 5 star rating, and they were lucky, <br />because they made early reservations, plus off peak season, so the rate was cheaper. <br />The room was spacious and modern looking. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1220.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1220.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1221.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1221.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />A small balcony outside with nice bathroom amenities. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1228.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1228.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1226.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1226.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br />Plus a huge swimming pool, for adults and kids alike.<br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1217.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1217.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />Nipa hut inspired tents for those who love their spa treatments. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1214.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1214.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br />A wooden bridge connecting inside out. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1216.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1216.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />A few minutes on the way to the resto, <br />very nice decor but according to Mom and some of T.A.'s comments, <br />the food was just so-so and quite expensive compared to others. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1231.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1231.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1232.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1232.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1235.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1235.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />by the way, that's tuyong adobo, a local dish here in the Phils. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1238.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1238.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />There's a floating bar further ahead,<br />they didn't get a chance to see it, as on their last day,<br />the make shift bar was torn apart due to strong winds. ^0^<br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1246.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1246.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1247.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1247.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br />A glimpse of the beach. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1236.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1236.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1243.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1243.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1245.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1245.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />these last two photos, displays an array of grilled foods prepared solely, <br />for the dame Kris Aquino's staff. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1257.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1257.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1258.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1258.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br />*if you don't know who she is, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0032643/bio"> click here. </a><br /><br />It was the start of rainy season then, so I was worried about the weather, <br />I was constantly texting her if it was raining or too windy. <br />thankfully though, it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. <br /><br />ps: My mom couldn't help but notice this cute lil kid playing around the pool that <br />afternoon. ^0^<br /> I told her to capture some candid photos of ordinary people. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1234.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1234.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1233.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1233.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-50754851936623419092012-06-13T00:24:00.001+08:002012-06-13T00:24:41.022+08:00" Welcome to Tagbilaran "<span style="font-size: xx-small;">where in the world is Tagbilaran? ...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Tagbilaran is the capital of Bohol (province) , a popular destination known for its pristine beaches, underwater diving, the "Kisses" (CHocolate Hills) and of course, the endangered Tarsier. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Join me as I post something out of Manila and visit something nature lover and </span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">beach bum likes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">I was happy when Mom said she'd be going to Bohol last two weeks ago with her friends for a </span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">get together/bonding/reminiscing the old days. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">so, for 4days and 3nights, packed with sunscreen, a tropical hat, shades, re-chargeable batteries and the whole post-summer escapade things,</span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">she was off along with her handy camera. ^0^</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> so, here are some of the highlights and must see, if ever you wish to visit Bohol. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">I hope you enjoy her pictures as much as I did. ^0^</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> <a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_1192.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_1192.jpg" /></a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> this is what the airport looks like, </span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">its departure and arrival area. </span><br />
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<br /><br />arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-41905712557492041652012-06-06T01:19:00.004+08:002012-06-06T01:19:53.384+08:00" I need a break! "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4178.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4178.jpg" /></a><br />
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<br />arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-14445385715608038132012-06-04T00:58:00.001+08:002012-06-04T01:16:01.922+08:00" the Jeep "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4052.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4052.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"></span>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-35782065994688224972012-05-17T21:56:00.001+08:002012-05-17T21:56:37.677+08:00" there's no place like Manila "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_0788.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_0788.jpg" /></a><br />
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even in this cramped and dingy river, <br />
space is still vital.<br />
but again, the river becomes a waste. <br />
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<br />arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-49325528044667860102012-05-16T23:13:00.001+08:002012-05-16T23:16:22.220+08:00" It's siesta time! "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4181.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4181.jpg" /></a><br />
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even on a hot and oh! so humid weather we're having lately, <br />
'tis always best to rest on a hammock.arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-23900790275417831242012-03-29T21:58:00.003+08:002012-03-29T22:21:40.421+08:00" Binondo Church "I have showed you Binondo church several times already, its exterior and interior, <br />this time though, the light was better, sadly though, my camera wasn't. ^0^<br />I somehow couldn't get the white balance right using a p*s. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_3823.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_3823.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />I can't help looking up and see these wonderful depicted paintings of Christ and Mother Mary,not your usual trompe-l'oeil though. <br /><br />warning: intentionally tilted the foto<br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_3824.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_3824.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br />Although, not your usual church goer,<br />I like visiting churches and appreciate how historic or modern it used to be. <br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_3832.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_3832.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-78694088531185512232012-03-26T12:42:00.002+08:002012-03-26T12:45:18.454+08:00" Sta. Cruz Bridge "so this was taken on a grey saturday morning whilst inside the train. <br />I always wanted to take a photo of this from above but during rush hour,<br /> you're lucky if you can get a seat, the train is most of the time, <br />cramped and unventilated. <br />I'm glad I was early that day. ^0^<br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_7867.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_7867.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br />This is the Sta. Cruz bridge overlooking the Escolta side,<br /> that's a high-rise condo unit on your right, <br />if you look further, that's the Jones bridge.arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-84628602427562533942012-03-25T23:10:00.002+08:002012-03-25T23:17:33.002+08:00"Jeepneys for sale "<a href="http://s864.photobucket.com/albums/ab206/coffeebits/?action=view&current=IMG_0417.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab206/coffeebits/IMG_0417.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />In case you're interested in buying, <br />there's an open garage near Broadway centrum. <br />I love the cool signage and the casing, not your usual kind of display.arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-29316586339157057462012-03-23T00:01:00.003+08:002012-03-23T00:07:47.838+08:00" German Cultural Centre "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_0396.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_0396.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />This old and abandoned structure used to be the Goethe Institute, <br />would've been a good spot since its near the metro. <br /><br />since then, illegal settlers have infested the area.<br />On the other hand though, this can be a potential <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_exploration"> urbex hunt. </a> ^0^arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-70491463033608367292012-03-16T22:58:00.003+08:002012-03-16T23:55:43.887+08:00" what's cooking ? "sorry for the on and off postings I've been having lately. <br />the "blah" life has been really hectic and I seem to be in no mood for anything. <br /><br />anyways, I was out for a walk to buy some dindins after work and taking random photos of here and there. <br />This was minutes before the vendor was about to call it a day. <br />Not a trés bon angle but I like how the light was focusing on this cart. <br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_0279.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_0279.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br /><br />and this one, on a greyish area. <br />I like the nostalgic feel of this, where nowadays everything looks generically commercial. <br /><br /><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_0280.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_0280.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />the typical hang out after work scenario of some of the locals.<br />Beer, Karaoke and Stories. <br /><br />Happy weekend all! ^0^arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-64478713553351344892012-03-12T23:00:00.004+08:002012-03-12T23:14:59.993+08:00" From one house to another "<span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_3916.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_3916.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />here's a plethora of houses in different shapes and sizes.<br />obviously not a pretty sight but definitely a clear insight.<br /><br /></span></span>arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-3814548417874922162012-03-03T00:36:00.003+08:002012-03-03T00:45:08.506+08:00" yellowish "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4067.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4067.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />on the way to my granny's b-day last night and this is while we're stuck in traffic.<br /><br />Happy weekend everyone! ^0^<br />so happy it's finally Saturday!arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-54856981026105870202012-02-28T21:19:00.001+08:002012-02-28T21:43:02.098+08:00" Separate Lives "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_3953.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_3953.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />Look at how life differs from day to night. <br />On the foreground,a pile of shanty houses next to each other. <br />while on the background is a condominium ready for occupancy.arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-56639502326915086992012-02-27T23:18:00.003+08:002012-02-27T23:21:16.429+08:00" Longer Route "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4033.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4033.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />There is the short and long version, <br />but I prefer to take the latter, <br />less pollution and traffic. <br />This is one of the passageways on the way to LRT and MRT (railway stations)arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-49973847893083175892012-02-24T22:31:00.006+08:002012-02-25T12:01:35.022+08:00" Now Showing "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4024.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4024.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />I can't get enough of <a href="http://cinematoric.blogspot.com/"> "The girl with the golden tattoo", </a> <br />and if you haven't watched it yet, I recommend the original suede version, <br />it's a trilogy actually, based on the novel by <a href="http://cinematoric.blogspot.com/"> Stieg Larsson. </a><br /><br />how about you, any interesting films you've watched lately.<br />This foto was taken on the streets of Rizal avenue and Recto. <br /><br />Happy weekend everyone!arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-32485390438333917952012-02-22T23:56:00.003+08:002012-02-23T00:10:00.602+08:00" a helping hand "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4021.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4021.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />well, this is the usual scenario here when the flooding gets worse, <br />you have two options: <br />either your shoes/feet get soak in those filthy water or <br />simply pay a small fee to that guy over there. ^0^<br />can't believe it's the end of Wednesday already!arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-15071944045897833912012-02-21T23:53:00.003+08:002012-02-22T00:35:34.382+08:00" Slow "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_3978.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_3978.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />sometimes the signs are a bit confusing, look at where the slow-lane was pointing at?<br />but I think this time, it's right, that escalator and the rest of the escalators here are really slow.arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-45386817120198898862012-02-20T21:40:00.004+08:002012-02-20T21:50:33.596+08:00" One day "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_3960.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_3960.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />For those of you who're not familiar with this name. <br />Dilson is an old cinema house here in Rizal Avenue along Recto. <br />Already quite dilapidated but not abandoned, <br />it features unwanted movies and films that are strictly for adults only. <br /><br />A pity that such a classic cinema house could end up like this.<br />Nowadays, if it's not downloaded, most of us rushed to the mall to watch a movie, <br />leaving establishments like this into bankruptcy.arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5491109559151613777.post-87652394881863131342012-02-16T23:45:00.004+08:002012-02-17T11:35:13.496+08:00" eatery "<a href="http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/?action=view&current=IMG_4054.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r601/kipelo/IMG_4054.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a><br /><br />whoever came up with this name for a food cart. <br /><br />oh well, raining cats and dogs today, talk about unpredictable weather.arabesquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17906096829817289921noreply@blogger.com9