Creative and practical

Tired to giving the same gifts every year? a Tie, pair of socks? This year I plan to be creative and practical. Just recently, I started giving away presents made from my our hands. And what's the best to it but in the kitchen right? We appreciate every little thought and hard work, and now it's time to pay it forward. One awesome example is shari's berries. They are simple, strikingly presentable and delicious. I mean, who would not want them right? Can't wait to make a batch at my hubby's birthday. He'll be thrilled, I know it.

Fast Facts

The last note of a keyboard is C.

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Fast Facts

The term “disc jockey” was first used in 1937.

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Fast Facts

The harmonica is the world’s best-selling music instrument.

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Life's a beach

Apart from watching movies and surfing the Internet, traveling is also in my list. Going to different places and witnessing the world is by far by ultimate dream. Lucky are those who have the luxury.  We recently went to Magalawa Island and it was a great experience. The beach was super nice! Getting there was a pain in the butt because of the 5 hour drive. You'll definitely need neck pillows especially if you fall asleep easily. We brought packed snacks, in case anyone gets hungry. I remembered when we took a dip in the salty water, it was totally relaxing. I think I was stay there for a week if I can hahaha. Nothing but water and fresh sea foods. Life's a beach.

Fast Facts

A piano covers the full spectrum of all orchestra instruments, from below the lowest note of the double bassoon to above the top note of the piccolo.

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4th of July

Happy 4th of July!

Those were the days.

I miss traveling. When I was young, I used to travel a lot especially with family, friends and band mates. I remembered when we had this out of town gig (Laguna I think), we took the bus going to Laguna with our things and gear in tow. It was quite an experience for me because we rode an ordinary bus (without A/C) and it was hell fast in the free-way. I saw several trailer trucks in the middle of the high-way trying to out run each other. If it wasn't for tie down straps, their load would have fallen in the road. Anyway, we made it safely to our destination and back, and it was fun fun night of music and beer. Those were the days.

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday to my sister M!

Magalawa Island

Our Magawala Island experience posted *here*

Fasts Facts

A grand piano can be played faster than an upright (spinet) piano.

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Going neon

I've been scouting for black colored strings for my 4-string bass because I know it'll look so cool with my white P.Bass. I'm still unsuccessful til now but sister gave me 2-sets of DR strings color orange and green from Sam Ash. So cool right? I think I wanna use the orange first hahaha. I wonder how the DR neon strings will look like on pedal steel guitar hahaha! Anyway, I'll probably change the strings later when I'm finish with my work.

Then I remembered our battle of the band gig next next week. Our theme is--illuminate. Perfect for the event. going neon...

Fast Facts

Jeanne Louise Calment’s CD was released on her 121st birthday in 1996. Titled “Time’s Mistress” it features Ms Calment reminiscing to a score of rap music and other tunes.

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Choice hobby

I know I don't a serious sport as a hobby because first of all, I'm not good in sports. I suck on anything with a ball and chasing it. But I do envy those people who are serious about sports. They even buy the top of the line gear, down to last yoyo string. I once tried tennis with the hubby, when where were then bf/gf and believe it or not, I enjoyed it. But tennis includes straining the arms and wrist, that's why I quit because I don't want to loose that pulse on playing guitar. That's only thing I'm good at. So I made a choice. I'll stick to my bass for now and watch the hubby play tennis.

Fast Facts

The Beatles song “Martha My Dear” was written by Paul McCartney about his sheepdog Martha.

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Happy Moms day!

Happy Mother's day to all hard working mothers out there!

Thank you Mamsie. love love.

Fast Facts

The first pop video was Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen, released in 1975.

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Dream house

Our car garage is crowded which means we still have a lot of junk to give away. I know we've sorted out all the junks away, but we still have more. I think we really need to dispose everything, even our things when we're still kids. Mom can't wait to decorate the house. She even bought a sofa set for the living room and a bistro set like in here for the garage. Our dream house is almost finish.

Fast Facts

The British, the highest per capita spenders on music, buy 7,2% of the world music market.

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Dreams to reality

What comes in my mind when it comes to steel buildings are the high rise sky scraper in Makati. Condominiums are also a trend nowadays. My sister A purchased a condo place somewhere in Makati few years ago and didn't know until now. My other two sisters M and Zj were glad she did because their work place is somewhere in Makati and South area and they plan to live there. That will happen this year. Another accomplishment. Feels good when everything falls into place right. Next project--Condo in Tagaytay hahaha. Thank You Lord for all the blessings. We are grateful everyday. Time to make our dreams into a reality!