http://rina640.multiply.com/ I want to be distracted with the things that life has to offer-- such as travel, family and friends, mountain biking, badminton, food, new things to do, and the list goes on and on.....<BR><BR><BR>&nbsp; “We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.” - Jawaharial Nehru Sat, 5 Jul 2008 10:39:50 -0000 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:19:53 -0000 http://images.rina640.multiply.com/logo http://rina640.multiply.com 100 100 http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/31/Paoay_Revisited Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:19:53 -0000 http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/30/Windmills_of_Bangui_and_Cape_Bojeador_2008_ Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:42:11 -0000 Ivy, thanks for this enjoyable morning at La Mesa Nature Reserve! May bonus lunch pa =) Hope you had fun as much as we did! Next year uli!! http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/29/La_Mesa_Twin_Delight-_Ride_na_Birthday_Pa Mon, 12 May 2008 04:56:55 -0000 http://rina640.multiply.com/video/item/16/Colbie_Caillat_-_Bubbly Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:08:18 -0000 Digo and Alex http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/28/My_Two_Nephews Mon, 14 Apr 2008 13:50:27 -0000 Aitit met up with the Bigkis IHM people at Xocolat Katipunan. It's a good thing that he was able to it squeeze in, with his very busy sched.... http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/27/Aitits_Visit Mon, 14 Apr 2008 13:35:08 -0000 Terry Larrazabal Bike Fest 2008 is the biggest biking event of the year here in the Philippines! It is the first time I have seen so many bikers (roadies, downhillers, mountain bikers, bmx afficionados, etc..) in my life, and we are so lucky to have made it in Subic for the event. As expected, it was a http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/25/TLBF_2008_Subic_april_4_to_6 Sun, 6 Apr 2008 14:06:47 -0000 <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><FONT style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ff9966" face=Verdana color=#ffff00>The rules are easy, just post 10 things that recently made you happy! Then tag 10 people and&nbsp;ask them to post this on their blogs.<BR><BR></FONT></P> <P>Karen, since you tagged me, here is my random list: <IMG src="http://images.multiply.com/common/smiles/teeth.png"></P> <P>1. Being able to bike regularly since the year started </P> <P>2. Finally&nbsp; conquering &nbsp;(as my Mareng Ivy describes it) Maarat's " Wall" </P> <P>3. Watching JUNO (the movie)...just like Karen =)</P> <P>4. Playing with our neighbors pet pug (Mister Wiggly)</P> <P>5. Getting a pack of Kitkat (peanut butter variant) from my cousin</P> <P>6.&nbsp;My hubby appreciating&nbsp;the &nbsp;Chicken Dog dish I made &nbsp;(the recipe I got from a blog)</P> <P>7. Playing Prolific ( Face Book game similar to Boggle)...bummer ba (haha)?</P> <P>8. Holy Week has started (less traffic,&nbsp; peace and quiet here in Manila)!</P> <P>9. Having lunch (of chopsuey, inihaw na liempo and pork barbecue) with my good friend today</P> <P>10.&nbsp;Carrying my cousin's foster&nbsp;baby and making him smile one short bit&nbsp;</P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P>Am tagging the following people:</P> <P>Carmen,&nbsp... http://rina640.multiply.com/journal/item/14/Recent_Happiness Tue, 18 Mar 2008 06:45:38 -0000 Great movie soundtrack..this is my favorite song in the album http://rina640.multiply.com/video/item/15/Juno_Soundtrack_-_Anyone_Else_But_You_-_Ellen_Page Tue, 4 Mar 2008 01:58:12 -0000 The scene where Vanessa (Jennifer Garner) first saw the baby made me cry..great background song by Cat Power (Sea of http://rina640.multiply.com/video/item/14/Juno_scene_Sea_of_Love Tue, 4 Mar 2008 01:45:51 -0000 <P>Read this article this morning.&nbsp; Hmmmmmm...interesting!!!&nbsp;</P> <P><EM>12 Most Romantic Places in the Philippines <BR></EM></P> <P class=fontsubheadline><EM></EM></P> <P><EM>By Ross Harper-Alonso<BR>Philippine Daily Inquirer<BR>First Posted 03:33:00 02/10/2008<BR></EM></P> <P class=fonteditor><EM></EM></P> <P><EM>MANILA, Philippines - “Spend a candlelit evening with violins in the background, roses for the beloved and starlight in her eyes,” so goes most ads for trysting places this Valentine’s Day. But alas, the ads always prove too enticing and you wind up with 10,000 other couples waiting for tables at this “romantic” hideaway, your passion dissipating and the roses wilting with each ticking minute.</EM></P> <P><EM>With Filipinos famously known for being such suckers for romance (we send the most number of love-related text messages in the world on any given day), one wonders if there remain some undiscovered places in the country where a couple can still bask in equal doses of passion, solitude and creature comforts.</EM></P> <P><EM>Here are some suggestions from people who, because of their jobs, have explored places off the beate... http://rina640.multiply.com/journal/item/13/12_Most_Romantic_Places_in_the_Philippines Fri, 15 Feb 2008 02:26:32 -0000 Attention All Photography Enthusiasts, Hobbyists or Professionals! Calling all photography enthusiasts! On March 9, 2008 the office of Senator Pia Cayetano will have a photo exhibit, which will showcase different photos on women’s rights as provided in the Magna Carta of Women Bill filed by Senator Pia Cayetano. The said photo exhibit is part of a whole day Women’s Expo entitled “Pinay In Action” to be held at the NBC tent. In this light, everyone is invited to submit photos depicting women either enjoying, or being deprived of, these rights. You may send your 640×480 entries by email at magnacartaofwomenphotos@gmail.com not later than February 18. Please include your contact info such as, complete name, contact numbers and email add. You will immediately be informed should your entry be selected. Please note that your submission of entries indicate your agreeing to the use of your photo for the aforementioned exhibit. Your photos will not be used for other purp... http://rina640.multiply.com/calendar/item/10002/Photo_Contest_Deadline_for_entries Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:06 -0000 We left Manila before 4am, and arrived the venue at exactly 5:30 am..just in time to watch these majestic balloons inflate. It was still dark and cold when we got there. Am just glad that the hot air balloons were able to take off because of good weather conditions on that Sunday, I heard that the spectators the day before were disappointed since the balloons were not able to make it up in the sky, it was too windy then. We are lucky! http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/24/12th_Hot_Air_Balloon_Festival_Clark_Feb_10_2008 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:39:19 -0000 A good friend of mine just shared this video with me...am now sharing it with you..captivating visuals accompanied by an awesome song (Better Days by Googoo Dolls).. Truly moving =) Better Days And you ask me what I want this year And I try to make this kind and clear Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days Cuz I don't need boxes wrapped in strings And desire and love and empty things Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days So take these words And sing out loud Cuz everyone is forgiven now Cuz tonight's the night the world begins again And it's someplace simple where we could live And something only you can give And thats faith and trust and peace while we're alive And the one poor child that saved this world And there's 10 million more who probably could If we all just stopped and said a prayer for them So take these words And sing out loud Cuz everyone is forgiven now Cuz tonight's the night the world begins again I wish everyone w... http://rina640.multiply.com/video/item/13/I_want_a_world_full_of... Sun, 27 Jan 2008 15:17:50 -0000 It was an eventful and fun ride yesterday which started at Chowking San Mateo. The group was led by Bud of PMTB, who was a very good and knowledgeable trailmaster, and can tolerate our frequent rest and photo stops =).There were lots of single tracks, muddy trails, river crossings, pinched tires, and of course "kwentuhans and alaskahans" along the way. To all those who came and made the great ride possible, thank you! http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/23/Mascap_Ikot-ikot_Ride_with_Wawa_Dam_Sidetrip Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:14:38 -0000 Got this from Anton's blog. 2008 Awesome Calendar of the Philippines Just sharing with you my awesome calendar based on the awesome events I witnessed in the past and the events that I plan to experience this year. Plan your vacations as early as now and you can use this as your guide. It took me a while to compile these so I do hope you enjoy! 2008 Awesome Calendar of the Philippines The Definitive Guide to Philippine Holidays, Philippine Festivals, Philippine Fiestas, Liturgical Events, and Awesome Events! Copyright 2008. Our Awesome Planet (www.OurAwesomePlanet.com) JANUARY U.P. Centennial Year Celebrations (100 Years) Best Time to Climb Mt. Pinatubo! 1 NEW YEAR'S DAY | Tuesday | Solemnity of Mary Mother of God | HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION 9 FEAST OF THE BLACK NAZARENE | Quiapo, Manila An intense, day-long festival highlighted by a mammoth procession through the streets. 13 42k CLARK MARATHON | Clark, Angeles City, Pampanga 18-19 ATI-ATIHAN | Kalibo... http://rina640.multiply.com/links/item/10/OUR_AWESOME_PLANET_2008_Awesome_Calendar_of_the_Philippines Fri, 11 Jan 2008 10:22:10 -0000 http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/21/Christmas_Happenings_from_the_year_that_was.... Mon, 31 Dec 2007 18:57:13 -0000 http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/20/Intramuros_Dec_6_2007 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 04:53:26 -0000 Just saw Avenue Q last night, and it was GREAT! Loved the songs! Here's a http://rina640.multiply.com/video/item/12/58th_TONY_AWARDS_AVENUE_Q Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:31:00 -0000 http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/19/Alicias_8th_Birthday Sun, 2 Dec 2007 12:29:18 -0000 Finally, tips for us guys and gals who want to look thinner (in pictures at least, http://rina640.multiply.com/links/item/9/9_Ways_To_Make_Your_Portrait_Subjects_Look_Thinner_Sublime_Light Tue, 27 Nov 2007 01:09:31 -0000 This is our send-off party to our good friend Raymund who is leaving for http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/18/First_and_Last_Raymund_Jacinto_BADMINTON_Cup Wed, 21 Nov 2007 02:32:37 -0000 Pictures taken by my bro last Nov. http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/17/Rainy_Vigan Thu, 8 Nov 2007 13:57:49 -0000 This place is worth the long travel time, it's simply gorgeous! It's like going back in time to be in this heritage village. For more info check their website: www.sitioremedios.com Jessica Zafra, who is also a guest checked in at Sitio at the time we were there, wrote this article on Phil. Star: <a href=http://www.philstar.com/index.php?p=49&sec=45&aid=2007110861&lf=>http://www.philstar.com/index.php?p=49&sec=45&aid=2007110861&lf=</a> http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/16/Sitio_Remedios_Currimao_Ilocos_Norte Wed, 7 Nov 2007 04:33:06 -0000 Itinerary: MANILA- VIGAN- CURRIMAO- PAGUDPUD-CURRIMAO-VIGAN-MANILA http://rina640.multiply.com/photos/album/15/Northern_Exposure Tue, 6 Nov 2007 06:00:03 -0000 Nice and catchy song...just downloaded it from http://rina640.multiply.com/video/item/10/Wicked-What_is_this_Feeling_Cristina_Vee_and_Amby_Leigh Fri, 26 Oct 2007 11:13:35 -0000